From Darkness to Shining Star: Holdsclaw Shares Her Story to Mentor Others
BY ANDEE BRUSH, EDITOR HANNAH STONE, NEWS EDITOR
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asketball is a very well-known and popular sport. Players have the task of making their way to the basketball goal on either side of a court, to shoot and hopefully make the basketball into the hoop to earn the most points possible and win the game. Playing basketball is similar to life, where individuals are constantly working towards a goal to earn rewards and accomplishments, but sometimes things can bring people down or get in the way, just like a defensive player on the court. However, once the obstacle or challenge has been overcome, there is no stopping to the possibilities and points one can attain. The perfect example of this analogy is the one and only Chamique Holdsclaw, a renowned basketball player, whose life has certainly proved that over time, life can have its ups and downs, but even rock bottom helps to reveal the opportunity for a bright future. The 6’2” tall
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Andee Brush, Hannah Stone, and East High School journalism student interview Chamique Holdsclaw, renowned basketball player and public speaker. Holdsclaw was considered the female Michael Jordan during her prime basketball years. She described her life when she was younger and when she “found basketball and picked it up quickly.” Holdsclaw said her discovery of how she could “go to college for free… if I make good grades and do good in a sport,” and this was her inspiration to work hard. She played for the University of Tennessee under the famous coach Pat Summit. She
helped her team win three national championships as the team’s all-time leading scorer and rebounder. After her time playing as a Lady Volunteer, she was the first pick in the WNBA draft by the Washington Mystics. Although she put on a brave face on the court, her life outside of basketball was a whole other ball game. Things got dark when Holdsclaw’s grandmother, the woman who raised her, passed away in 2002.
Things continued to bring her down over the next two years, and in 2004, Holdsclaw did one of the bravest things one can do as a celebrity athlete- she announced to the public that she was dealing with depression. The next several years consisted of several different difficulties that Holdsclaw endured, before she retired from playing basketball in 2010. In the end, however, she feels her struggles were some of the best things
that had ever happened to her, and because of them, she has been able to become a better, stronger person, both for herself and others. In order to share her story, Holdsclaw wrote an autobiography titled “Breaking Through: Beating the Odds Shot After Shot,” and in her life today, she has been able to become a mentor and supporter for other athletes who are going through the same hardships she
faced. Holdsclaw is now a motivational speaker that travels around to present before aspiring athletes, and is also the ambassador for multiple organizations, such as the JED Foundation that works with suicide prevention on college campuses. She is making an impact in both local and global partnerships, as she explained her work in “just getting to touch the youth through sport, and in certain instances, being able to share my personal journey…” After everything Holdsclaw has been through, she is proud of how far she has come, and of all of her accomplishments, from earning a college degree and being first pick in the WNBA draft, to now being able to have a lasting impact through care and support for younger generations. Not only is Holdsclaw a shining star on the basketball court, but she is also a star who has proven her ability to overcome the quiet darkness and become a bright light in the lives of others.
Trojans “Paint the District Pink” for Breast Cancer Awareness
BY SHAUNA HONAKER OPINIONS EDITOR
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amblen County had a district wide pink out. It is also known as “Paint The District Pink.” Students and Staff wore pink to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness. According to NationalBreastCancer.org, “One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Each year it is estimated that over 252,710 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast
cancer and more than 40,500 will die.” B r e a s t cancer affects people’s lives everyday. When someone is diagnosed with any kind of cancer, it has a tremendous affect. It’s very hard on the person and their family. Cancer changes people’s lives in many different ways. From doctors appointments, to Emergency Room visits, and treatments. “Paint the District Pink” is important because it helps
PHOTO BY EMILY CLEMENTS Front Row left to right: Josh Stitts, Abby Williams, Lensei Cormier, Briana Fluker, Haleigh Henry, David Pacia Back Row left to right: Abbey Butler, Faith Kubis, Karcyn Kowalski, Mrs. Suzanne Terry, Maddie Adkins, Cheyenne Stone, and Evan McKenna paint the halls pink for Breast Cancer Awareness.
motivate people to get involved and donate to cancer centers. West High raised a to-
tal of $350 for cancer patients on Oct. 25. There are many ways to get
involved with this Hope 5K on Decemmovement. One way ber second in Downis to join people in town Morristown. the Jingle Bell Run for
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West High Recognizes Trojan Army “Veterans”
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he time for the Trojan Army to shine again is now. This year’s army “veterans” have been nominated because of their amazing importance in the school. They have also been nominated because of their careers, and excellence in their present professions. The veterans from the past have all been from many professions. Some are workers in NASA, and some are writers, teachers, and coaches.
The Trojan Army “veterans” are John Taylor, Mindy Moseley , Ronald “Chuck” Proffitt, and David Saulsbury. Some are even actual He owns two records West High. Her West Proffitt is the next US army veterans. at Auburn for basket- High tennis team won Trojan Army veteran. This years first ball achievements. He a Tennessee confer- He was a student here Trojan Army veteran is is now a sales man- ence cup. Mosley is and he participated in John Taylor, he is know ager in Alabama. in the United States many sports such as for many West, High The second pro teaching associa- basketball and football. Accomplishments. Trojan Army veter- tion. In 2002 she was Proffitt attended CarAfter West he went an is Mindy Moseley. part of the Dallas Di- son Newman College to Auburn University She was a multi ath- amond cheerleaders. and was awarded most and played basketball. letic student here at Ronald Chuck football interceptions
at Carson Newman and got All Conference three times and All American once. He then became a Morristown West High assistant football coach. He is now a defensive back and coordinator and head boys gold coach for Garner Magnet. David Saulsbury was another student at West High. He graduated with football conference honors and was a president of his student council. He is a professional engineer and is a founder of an engineering association. He is also a Tennessee promise mentor.
Senior ACT Scores Exceed Expectations
BY ANDEE BRUSH EDITOR he senior class of the 2017-2018 school year has been working exceptionally hard to show their abilities and aim towards a bright future. Their determination to go above and beyond was proven in their outstanding performance on the retake ACT that was held Tuesday, Oct. 3. When the reports with the scores of the senior class came back in the month of November, the faculty
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and staff of West High were very proud, as their expectations were exceeded with the seniors’ amazing improvements compared the prior ACT exams they had taken. During this ACT, there were 54 Trojan seniors who received the Grit Award. This is an award given to those who improve their
Principal Jeff Kinsler congratulates seniors Carter Durfey, Anna Kutbay, and Hannah Smith for scoring a perfect 36 on the Oct. 3 ACT. ACT
score by at least three to the next. Not only points, from one exam were seniors able to
increase their scores, they also contributed to creating an excellent average score of 20.99 for the senior class as a whole. There were also six seniors who earned a perfect score of a 36 on this last test. Some of the seniors who made a perfect score include Carter Durfey, Anna Kutbay, and Hannah Smith.
The ACT is a very important exam that seniors are required to take at least once, and the scores they receive will help them make a transition into their college journey. A good standing on the ACT means more opportunities to get into different colleges and also be eligible for scholarships to help pay for college. The seniors will continue to work hard as they make their way through their final year as high school students.
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Trojan Nation Apprise What They Are Thankful For
BY MARIA FARIAS STAFF EDITOR
Mr. Hawkins (Career Technical Education Teacher)
1. “Family, health and friends to share time with.” 2. “Thanksgiving means time to catch up with family and friends while taking time to reflect on all the blessings in my life. “
Lakin Loftin (Freshman) 1. “I am thankful for my family and friends who have stuck beside me through the hardest times.” 2. “Thanksgiving means that its a time to spend with family and EAT together.”
Juan Ramos (Sophomore) 1. “I am thankful for many things but most importantly is family, sleep, and my girlfriend.” 2. “Thanksgiving is a national holiday where we give thanks to the most important things in our life.”
1.What are you thankful for? 2.What does “Thanksgiving” mean to you?
Shailynn Collins (Junior) 1. “I am thankful for my family and friends for their support.” 2.“Thanksgiving means spending time with your family and catching up on good times while eating food.”
Jessica Gonzalez (Senior) 1. “Thankful for every new day that is given to me and thankful for everyone that is in my life.” 2. “Thanksgiving to me means being thankful for what I have, and it also means I will be gaining 20 pounds”
Meet the Staff: Who is West Side Story? November Edition: Sarah Whitehead and Trevor Lovell BY ANDEE BRUSH EDITOR
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he new members that have joined the West Side Story staff for the 2017-2018 school year will be featured each month throughout the year, so other students can get to know their peers, who bring them school news stories. Questions
1. What was your main reason for joining the West High Newspaper class? 2. What do you hope to gain from being a part of West Side Story? 3. What are some unique attributes you feel you bring to the staff? 4. What other activities are you involved in here at school? 5. Where do you hope to see yourself ten years from now? Favorite food? Favorite movie? Pets? If yes, what are they? Favorite activity? Siblings? If yes, what and how old are they? Something unique/ nobody knows about you?
Sarah Whitehead
Sarah is a senior and this is her first year on the West Side Story staff. 1. “I actually did not sign up, but I am glad I was placed in here.” 2. “Business skills.” 3. “A unique personality.” 4. “FBLA club.” 5. “I have no idea, but hopefully doing well.” Favorite food: “Chick-fil-A.” Favorite movie: “Moana.” Pets? “Yes.” What are they? “I have five dogs, one cat, and six turtles.” Favorite activity: “Working.” Siblings? “Yes.” What and how old are they? “My brother is 21 and my sister is 7.” Something unique: “I eat a lot.”
Trevor Lovell
Trevor is a sophomore and this is his first year on the West Side Story staff. 1. “I love writing about current and up-to-date events.” 2. “Knowledge about how to Photoshop and write articles.” 3. “I believe I bring a hype factor to help some new people.” 4. “FBLA club and Anime club.” 5. “With a Master’s degree and my own car restoration shop.” Favorite food: “Cookies.” Favorite movie: “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” Pets? “No.” Favorite activity: “Drawing.” Siblings? “Yes.” What and how old are they? “My brother Terrell is 15, my brother Noah is 14, and my sister Sophia is 10.” Something unique: “I like meditation.”
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Spending time with family in Sevierville BY MACY ODOM STAFF WRITER
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ver fall break, I went to Sevierville with my Mamaw and my two cousins Katie and Amanda. It was a sunny day with the temperature at 75 degrees. My cousins and I spent the whole car ride there laughing and talking, while my Mamaw told us stories about our parents. We were headed to Wears Valley, where we went to the old country stores and looked around. In the store, my cous-
My cousins and I are sitting in front of an old country store in Wears Valley in Katie and I played checkers, while my Mamaw and my other cousin Amanda shopped around.
When we were finished looking around, we were starving, so we all decided to go eat somewhere
good! The best part of getting to eat was when this girl outside my window ran into this handicap sign.
Now what you do not know, is that when I get full I start laughing. So when we headed outside to get
in the car, and come back to Morristown, all four of us were dying laughing at this red headed kid that was staring at us. So to make him stop we sped up and blasted our music to block him out. The party all stopped when we all had to go back home, because we do not always get to see each other much anymore. I would say this was the best thing that happened to me over fall break, and one of the most favorite memories I have being with them!
Brush manages Dual Enrollment,AP Classes, Working Part-Time: Time Management is Key BY SUMMER SIMMS STAFF WRITER
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welfth grader Andee Brush is the epitome of diligent. As the West Side Story Newspaper Editor, she has an important job. Brush informs students about daily school activities that are going on throughout West High School. E v e n though Brush is taking on such an important job as the newspaper editor, she has many other
things she does, during and after school hours. Brush says, ‘‘I am only in one AP class this semester. However, I am also taking two college courses through the Walter’s State Dual Enrollment program, which are similar to AP classes, where I can receive college credit from both. During the week, I work anywhere between 10 to 15 hours. I work as an Ingle’s Markets cashier, at the Ingle’s located
Editor: Andee Brush
Features Editor: Andee Brush
News Editor: Hannah Stone
Sports Editor: Cameron Walker
A&E Editor: Jenni Diaz
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on the East end of Morristown. Once I get home from work, I usually have only one to two hours to do my school work before I would like to go to bed. My usual bedtime is sometime between 10:30 and 11 o’clock.’’ With the use of a planner, Brush can plan all of her weekly activities to keep from being overwhelmed and improve her time m a n a g e m e n t . West Side Story Newspaper Editor Andee
Brush juggles dual enrollment, AP classes and a part-time job.
Staff Writers: Maria Farias Joanna Cardenas Tyler Connell Emily Clements Sarah Whitehead Summer Simms Trevor Lovell
*West Side Story is a student publication that reflects the views of individual students instead of Hamblen County Schools or Morristown Hamblen High School West.
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Fairview Hosts International Night BY JENNI DIAZ A&E EDITOR JOANNA CARDENAS STAFF WRITER
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nternational Night was held Oct. 12 at Fairview’s gymnasium. The night consisted of various heritages showing off their country and what they do. It all started with a poem read by a Fairview student wearing a charro suit explaining what it was like to be a Mexican American. The festival continued with a Guatemalan hymn, and a Guatemalan dance. The dance consisted of various partners dressed up in Guatemalan attire dancing
to marimba- a type of music that Guatemala is known for. Right after, they had a traditional Mexican dance. It was a girl dressed in a very bright colored dress, that was full of ruffles. She swayed her dress back and forth and jumped up and down. Later, another Fairview student tapped away to the song “You’re The One That I Want,” that was a song featured in the movie Grease, a very iconic American movie. Finally, the festival ended with everyone going to the cafeteria to enjoy all the differ- Guatemalan dance group and choreographer from left to right: Romaldo Soto, Catalina Diaz, Keymi ent types of cuisine Perez, Keidy Morales, Famer Suarez, Jenni Diaz, Frankie Mazariegos, Kimberly Mazariegos, Monse from various coun- Perez, Jeremias Perez, Daniel Mazariegos, and Jessica Morales tries and heritages.
Critter Crusaders Club Takes Action BY SUMMER SIMMS STAFF WRITER
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ew clubs are always making their way to West High each year. The main purpose of a new club called Critter Crusader is animal lovers together, to educate and inform oneself about local wild life, and what people can do to help it. Club meetings will take place on Fridays and are supervised by Kim Hall, teacher. Her room is located in the freshmen academy downstairs. The club feels that having meetings on Fridays is much more accessible time for students. Tenth grader Chloe Bolling is the president of the Critter Crusad-
The creators of the Critter Crusaders Club, Chloe Bolling, Matthew Zaragoza, and Julio Chavez. The club meets every Friday in Mrs. Kim Hall’s room. er Club, Matthew Zaragoza is the vice president, and Julio Chavez is their technology coordinator. The creators of Critter Crusaders Club have a very
strong passion for animal’s rights and wildlife conversation. Vice President Matthew Zaragoza says, “I got interested in animals right after learning about
Sea World park, and the treatment of orcas, and dolphins. I started doing research on, and that’s when I realized how many animals are being mistreat-
ed, which really inspired me to take action and see how I could help, even in a small scale.” In the future, the Critter Crusaders will have infor-
mational meetings about a specific animal, as well as “cat/ dog of the month” from a local shelter, to offer students who are looking to adopt a pet an easy way to do it. The new club is also looking into the opportunity of getting to volunteer at local shelters, and maybe even take a trip to a close-by wildlife conservation center. The Critter Crusaders Club encourages all students to come by to check out their club, so more students will be aware of animal rights to better help animal in their community.
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Kelley Writes Autobiography It’s Not a Coincidence BY EMILY CLEMENTS STAFF WRITER eather Kelley, physical education and lifetime wellness instructor, coach of girl’s basketball, softball, and volleyball teams, recently published a book called, It’s Not a Coincidence. Kelley said, “I felt God called me to write about the great miracles I had seen. I started the book about two years ago and was ready to send to the publisher when I called my dad and could hear he was sick, so I did not send to the publisher. The last two chapters were written while I was taking care of him.” “I wanted to give God the glory for all he has done for me.” Kelly wrote the book because she felt that God called her to write it. “After receiving the call that her father had a heart attack, she hit the floor pleading with God. She would go from a skeptic of faith to learning there was a God. In developing
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From FBLA Scholars to Pro Bowlers BY TYLER CONNELL STAFF WRITER
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orristown West High School’s FBLA’s fall social school trip at the refurbished West End Lanes bowling ally was a huge success with 17 people showing up. As a group, the trip consisted of the students PHOTO BY CITIZEN TRIBUNE and others bowling in Coach Kelley’s book is now available at large groups. Also the the West High Library. students and teacher her faith, she has over- the library in mem- played a few games of come death and near- ory of Kelley’s father. pool. This allowed the death experiences,“ students and teacher according to Amazon. to have a fun weekend The book was while it being a school published onto Amfunction. azon Sept. 21, 2017. Amy Whaley Kelley sent her manthe FBLA advisor and uscript “to a couple of organizer had the stuself publishing compadents in a friendly safe nies and decided to go area while there. The with West Bow Press. reason for this trip was They are the comto have fun with other pany that published students out of school. “Heaven is For Real.” This allowed the stu Her book is dents to not have to also available at Barnes have a long stressful and Noble. Students day at school before may check the book Coach Kelley’s Book going. out in the West High Now Available on Am- On the rainy School Library. The azon and Barnes and night of the trip as stubook was donated to Noble. dents showed up, the
CTE Corner: Nursing Services Program of Study Qualifies Students to Become CNAs BY SHAUNA HONAKER OPINIONS EDITOR SARAH WHITEHEAD STAFF WRITER
Nicolas Noble , Noah Ellis, Lori Mass, and Michael Durham bowl at West End Lanes.
Rebecca Eubanks, Kelsi Gibson, Sarahi DeJesus, and Yuridia DeJesus Ventura play pool at West End Lanes for the fall FBLA social. more fun it became. This allowed the students to have friendly competitions between each other. This was also the case with pool. With music playing, bowling, and shooting pool, this night was a huge turnout and a great possibility for fu-
ture trips. Dawson Wood, a trip attender and student said, “It was Wonderful.” This trip was an amazing experience for all of the students and administrator that attended the trip.
Morristown Welcomes Legendary Texas Roadhouse
BY SARAH WHITEHEAD STAFF WRITER
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orristown West High School students have the opportunity to become a Certified Nursing Assistant before graduation. After completing the required Health Science course, students have a choice of taking Anatomy and Physiology, Rehabilitation Careers, or Medical Therapeutics. After completing the courses juniors and seniors can take nursing education. Students have no opportunity for dual enrollment and must complete forty clinical and class hours. The ending exam of the CNA course ends with a TN exam of seventy-five multiple choice questions and a skills exam including completion of five random skills out of
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Madison Allen takes Mackenzie Poe’s weight for Medical Therapeutics. twenty-seven. They must be completed exactly correct within thirty-five minutes. The CNA course students have to have forty clinical hours which include going to a local nursing home to help care for the residents. Alyssa Cartwright states, “The best part is being able to help the residents
and knowing that you are making an impact in someone else’s life”. Health Science teacher Darlene Adkins says that “the course gives high school an opportunity to get their foot in the door and experience things that will help them in the future if they wish to pursue a nursing career.”
exas Roadhouse is making its way across the Unites States, and opened up a Morristown location on Merchants Green on November thirteenth. T h e popular steakhouse chain actually originates from Clarksville, Indiana instead of well assumed Texas because of the name. Kent Taylor opened the first Texas Road House Feb 17, 1993. The chain quickly took off. Only twenty years later the company has around four hundred-fifty restaurants. Texas Roadhouse has locations in 49 of the fifty states and they also have four international stores in Dubai and Kuwait. The restaurant decorates each location differently so
The new Texas Roadhouse restaurant is located on Merchants Greene in Morristown. that it reflects the lo- USDA six oz. choice cal community. Ac- sirloin, bread and cording to the Texas cinnamon butter, and Roadhouse website, their rib eye steaks. “famous for hand-cut One of the steaks, falloff-the- most unique things bone ribs, made-from- about this particuscratch sides, and lar roadhouse is, evfresh-baked bread.” ery fifteen minutes all Rated four employees stop and stars for outstand- line dance in the dining service, food, en- ing room to entertain tertainment and all the guests. They also around fun environ- have buckets of free ment, Texas Road- peanuts on every tahouse was named #1 ble and it’s encouraged Steakhouse in America for guests to throw by Consumer’s Choice the shells on the floor! in Chains survey. Morristown is Only one of the over excited for the legenda dozen awards won. ary Texas Roadhouse Most popu- to open and bring quallar dishes from the ity fun and great times! steakhouse are their
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Paws For Fall Fashion
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A&E Editor: Jenni Diaz
Falling for Makeup: Eye Makeup Tips Wow Season
BY MARIA FARIAS STAFF WRITER
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s the weather is changing, the Fall Fashion is rolling in. Holiday styles are finally out, with great new wardrobes. The most popular things that teenagers are wearing are flannels, Duck boots, distressed knit sweaters, sweater scarfs,and Max is a five month old lab who wears a navy cross front braid- bandanna with a fashionable throw Ceramic ed sweaters. dog bowls may be purchased at Rebecca Jane’s Not only is it just shirts and shoes, it is also new denim trends. Fall is the perfect time to buy new jeans, and contribute your old pair to a good cause. Fashion also can be for animals. From designer bandannas, collars, sweaters, to boots. Fall Fashion is for everyone, and not everyone has the same styles. Fall is about expressing your own unique styles, and being a good dog.
Kamryn Odom, freshman, shows off her long necklace grouped with a wide sleeve top and skinny jeans.
Step 2: rime the eyelid with an eyeshadow primer potion. Then apply concealer all over the eyelid. After that pack down the concealer with translucent powder and wait for two or three minutes. Wipe off the excess with a powder brush.
Step 3: pply a medium shade of red or burgundy on the crease of the eyelid and on the outer-corner of the eye. Then take a darker brown and apply that to the inner corner and blend in the eyeshadow with a blending brush.
Step 1: tart by outlining the eyebrows then fill them in with a color thats a little darker than the color of the natural brow. After that conceal the bottom of the eyebrow with any kind of concealer to make the eyebrows look more sharp and clean.
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Step 4: ut an even darker color on the inner triangle of the eyelid to make the eyes stand out. Then apply a light gold color to the eyelid then blend in all of the eyeshadow on the outer-corner to
Step 5: et an eyelash curler and curl the eyelashes before putting on mascara. Then put on one coat of mascara on the part of the eyelashes closer to the eye and let it dry. After that add another coat on the whole eyelashes. This prevents the eyelashes to go down. Then add a coat of mascara on the bottom lashes.
Step 6: et a liquid eyeliner to draw out a wing. Drawing a wing helps to cover up any glue that was left on the eyelid. Make sure to make the wing not so big that it covers the whole eyelid. After that, take an eyeliner and apply a little on the top and bottom water line to make the eye color stand out.
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Step 8: ontour on the sides of the nose and apply a straight line from the inner end of your eyebrow Michelle Farias, down to the tip of your freshman, presents the nose. Also contour on final look. the cheekbone, chin, and forehead to make the face look more defined. Apply blush and glow to make the fall look stand out. To end, spray setting spray so it’ll last all day long!
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DIY: Holiday Decorations
BY JOANNA CARDENAS STAFF WRITER
Ping Pong Ball Lights
Supplies • Ping pong balls • Set of lights (preferably yellow) • Cutting utensil Directions 1. Grab a ping pong ball and with a cutting utensil cut an opening in the center of the ball long enough so that the light fits. 2. Place only the light inside the ping pong ball. 3. Continue step 2 until every light has a ball. 4. Connect the set of lights to an outlet and enjoy the lights.
Festive Pine Cones Supplies • Pine cones • Colorful cotton balls • Green paint • Twine or ribbon
• Paint brush • Glue • Paper plate (if desired)
Directions 1. Pour green paint on something that you won’t mind throwing away like a paper plate. 2. With whichever brush you choose to use, dip the brush in the green paint and paint the entire cone. 3. Place the pine cone in a dry area where it won’t be moved for a while. Wait until it is dry. 4. When the pine cone is dry, begin to glue the colorful cotton balls onto the pine cone. 5. When you’re satisfied with the design of the pine cone, get a piece of twin or maybe a festive ribbon and tie it to the bottom part of the pine cone. 6. Hang up the pine cone in your tree or around your home and get into the holiday spirit.
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Congratulations Seniors in Fall Sports BY TREVOR D. LOVELL CHARLES NEILL STAFF WRITERS
Cameron Cobb
Jalynn Blevins
Davis Connelly
Dylan Ellis
Jacob Harrell
Joey King
Luis Pressley
James Hensley
Braeden Likens
Logan Shafer
Hannah Hyslop
Erin Foster
Matthew Hayes and Taylor Carmody
John Foreback
Aaron Hess
Brad Miller
Josh Wilson
Rebekah Brandon
Jade Mattison
Daniel Tate
Trinity Talley
Drew Cartwright
Blake Greenlee
Nathan Keaton
Colton Misenheimer
Hayley Blair
Nathan Willis
Emily Hall
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Congratulations Seniors in Fall Sports cont.
Blake Burroughs
Sarah Greer
Brady Towne
Shelby Crawford
Kris Grizzel
Darshan Shah
Elias Willett
Paul Hancock
Josh Smith
Heather and Ryan Gorbski
Sam Hillard
Bailey Stratton
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he Morristown West High Swim team has been hard at work since the beginning of the school year to start the season off in a positive way. Elizabeth Helton, head swim coach and Inclusion teacher here at West High, strives to have a remarkable swim season. Swimmers begin early in the school year with conditioning. Helton says. “We do dry-land training in the first week of school which involves weight training, ab work, running, and stretching.” Team members do not actually get to practice in water until after the first few weeks! Once athletes
Bryce Hill, senior, swims quickly down his lane to beat his fastest time. get through with the first few weeks full of workouts, they are able to finally practice their skills in water. Helton said, “In the water, we focus on drills for technique, interval training for
speed, and distance for increasing endurance.” “We always stretch before swimming and until our first meet on November 6. We have been running and doing core work prior to getting into
Anna Kutbay, senior competes in the first swim meet at Carson-Newman University.
the pool,” Helton states. Swimming not only involves hard work while in the water but also outside of the swimming pool. It is crucial for swimmers to stretch before getting into the water.
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Stretching helps prevent cramps; something that any sport wants to prevent. The swim team will conditioned up until November. That is when the season actually com-
B5 menced. This year, the swim team held their first meet at The Carson-Newman University, Monday, Nov. 6. “Many of my swimmers worked especially hard in this meet. Several swam in multiple, difficult events and I appreciate their willingness to work so hard for the benefit of the team as a whole. There is a ton of room for improvement as this is a very young team. We will start two a day practices next week and hopefully, that will help us prepare for a good showing at Regionals in January. Science Hill had the top score and they took all the first places in the meet.” stated Helton.
Hannah Marshall, junior, swims in the fifth round of the swim meet.
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