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BULLYING

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MHS not immune to rampant national crisis among high school teens, administration begins dialog to address prevalent issue

55%

of MHS students surveyed last spring reported being bullied or harassed on our campus

87%

“It’s gotten better, but it’s definitely present.” Cory Eklund, MHS SCIence teacher

of MHS students surveyed last spring said that verbal attacks were common

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ON THE TABLE

Superintendent Russell throws seven period day option OUT for discussion

#twitter strikes Mac high

Senior Connor Farrell dishes on the new craze of Twitter among students here in McMinnville

by JACK ANDERSON Teachers from McMinnville High School met on Nov. 18 with principal Kris Olsen and superintendent Maryalice Russell to discuss the benefits and limitations of transferring from the block schedule to a seven period schedule. This change would be because of economic cutbacks that the district may be faced with in the future. Several MHS faculty members spoke to the benefits of the current schedule. They mentioned that the block schedule has been a useful system for many teachers and students. Students are given more time in class to study the subject and teachers are given more prep time. This leads to more structured classes and more one-on-one time Please see SEVEN, Page A3

RYAN CORNELISON / The Bruin The seven period day discussion was started because of the overcrowded classes.

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TAKING ACTION

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Social Justice Club raises funds to provide help to African women by ALEXA TOTH According to the Leftist Publication, 17 years’ the war in the Congo has left 5.4 million people dead, and more than 200,000 women and girls have been the victims of rape and violence. The conflict has proven to be the planets deadliest struggle since WWII. Out of all the people in the Congo, the women have undergone the most pain. Individuals from McMinnville, including many McMinnville High School students have made efforts towards helping the women that are suffering in the Congo. These people have formed the Social Justice Club, a club trying to help the women in need. “I really enjoy giving to those less fortunate. I have grown up with such blessing and it feels good to be able to help others,” said sophomore Emily Lucas, a member of the Social Justice For more photos of the event ‘Soul Sister’ look online at:

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Junior Allyson Ulbricht sings a solo for the event Soul Sister. The event raised $2,000 for women in need

group. Lucas’ mother, Sandra, is the leader of the group and is currently in Africa conducting workshops with the women and giving them loans to help them become independent and support their families. In Goma, Congo which is known to be “the rape capital of the world,” the women are raped and then viewed to be worthless and impure to their husbands. “The reason women get raped so often in the Congo is because that is how the men in the military assert their power over the communities,” said Lucas. “When these women are raped they not only get sexually assaulted, but many cases happen when parts of the body are cut off, women are killed, and family members are killed or threatened,” said sophomore Allison Lake. Because of this the women in Congo live in constant fear for their families and themselves. “The original idea was to send our support and hope, every cent we made was just more that we Please see WOMEN, Page A3

princess & the pea preview A&E, A6

mr. ben wade Math teacher, student mentor, and a kid at heart, Ben Wade leads by example FEATURES, A8

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Assistant principal Judi Dickey spearheads plan to address bullying issue that many students don’t report by OLIVIA NILAND It’s no secret that the prevalence of bullying amongst adolescents has risen sharply in recent years. What once was simply a “rite of passage” or “part of growing up” has now become an aggressive, even fatal, epidemic for many young victims. With the rise in popularity of social networking sites amongst increasingly younger kids, bullying has rapidly become more high-tech, vicious, and, worst of all, often imperceptible to adults until it is too late. Fortunately, at McMinnville High School, many students and staff members have spoken up and tak-

en a stand against bullying. “I made it a goal this year to work on bullying,” said Judi Dickey, MHS Assistant Principal. “The idea is to spread the word that this issue is serious. Whether [administrators] see it or not, it still affects kids.” Dickey has worked for several years with students who are victims of bullying and harassment at MHS. She says that much of the harassment reported is targeted at students who are physically different; specifically minority students and those with physical and mental handicaps. Please see BULLY, Page A2

Food Bank provides local needy families assistance Donations needed to keep going by BRAD GALE For many people in Yamhill County, the holidays are a time spent with family and friends, accompanied by lunches or dinners. But this year, the percentage of families needing food has been on the rise, and it’s up to the Yamhill county food bank to supply these families in need. Yet, many ask, how are they able to help lower the rising needs? Every Thursday, the Yamhill County Food Bank is greeted by a supply of food from the Oregon food Bank located in Portland. The food from the Oregon bank is one of the major sources that supply

the McMinnville Food Bank, but even with the supply of foods, there is still a need for more donations. These donations are obtained from the schools in every district and are a vital source to supply the individuals b a n k , benefited from a l o n g food that the w i t h Food Bank gave c o m - them last year munity support. Recently, the McMinnville food bank has moved to a new location, offering a bigger warehouse to store an increased amount of goods for the 26 agen-

17,000

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Key Club helps raise a record 107 units of blood

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Winter Rec Assembly REACTION

Juniors Blake Egli and Alexa Toth react to the issue of questions that were asked of the News-Register award winners during the assembly on Nov. 18.

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Officer Doug Cummins

45%

65%

of MHS students surveyed last spring believed that internet or cyber bullying is an issue

which winter sport are you most excited FOR this year? a. boys bball b. girls bball c. wrestling d. boys swim e. girls swim

The Drama program comes out with a new play in the beginning of December and The Bruin filmed a portion of a song they’re performing from the musical “The Princess and the Pea.”

of MHS students surveyed last spring said that they had bullied or harassed another student

today’s POLL

Poll taken Feb. 2011

“I was called a guy and harassed a lot for it. I was always teased for being too much like a guy and not acting like a ‘girly-girl.’” Sophomore Sierra Mitchell

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Salsa club created Nancy Fransen advises new dance club by emily neel On the best day of the school week, Firday, students mingle in and out of Nancy Franssen’s room in 2nd hall to dance during salsa meetings at lunch. The salsa meetings’ easygoing and fun atmosphere makes it open for all to have a good time. Sophomore Erika Sato said, “I thought it would be embarrassing to dance, but everyone was having so much fun anyway, that it didn’t matter.” Salsa is a great time to practice dance techniques and converse with different people. Sophomore Stephen Gilliat said this about salsa, “The highlights of salsa are learning the new moves and meeting new people.” He adds, “It’s mostly about coming, then getting better and having fun.” During salsa meetings, more advanced students teach beginners new moves. But while people come to room 23 to strengthen their dancing, they also socialize and branch out to other people. The room is so full of energy; there is no room for social embarrassment. Senior Stacey Jarvis said, “Salsa is something that brings us all together, and you don’t even have to be good at the dancing to have fun.” Jarvis took place in the salsa meetings last year,

and is the leader of the salsa meetings this year. She said, “I was willing to teach and be there. People can talk about stuff, but I actually want to get stuff done.” Along with the salsa dance, some students have knowledge about dances such as the cumbia, the merengue, and bachata. Different cultures are opened up during salsa meetings. Me e t - Jarvis ing mem- New Member bers and leaders are excited about the possibility of dance instructor and father of Junior Kellie Gonzalez coming to the meetings. Gonzalez said, “He is trying to come in and teach us moves outside the basics.” Jarvis also expresses her excitement about the salsa group expanding its dancing knowledge, “I am excited to learn new moves and have actual training from a professional that has a connection to the school.” Salsa meetings are soon to become salsa club! This soon to be club will be so popular because of its ability to let students meet each other easily, and learn something new too!

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Polls not bearing positive results concerning harrassment Continued from Page A1 “There are a lot of racial slurs,” said Dickey of the bullying. “A lot of students think it’s a joke, but it surprised me that kids were going through this every day at Mac High.” One of those students dealing with harassment on a daily basis is an MHS upperclassman who wished to remain anonymous, and who has been the victim of bullies ever since grade school. “It’s been going on all through high school,” he said of the bullying. “There’s a lot of harassment by other kids, mostly because I’m physically different.” Most of the perpetrators of the bullying are people that he doesn’t personally know, he said, noting that they are also usually a grade or two younger. He said that he has never responded to the bullies directly, instead reporting the incidents to his parents and MHS administration. Still, he would like the chance to confront the bullies about their actions. “I would ask them ‘How would you feel if I said those things to you?’” he said of the verbal harassment. “Most of them are probably just bullies because they were picked on too when they were younger.” Though he has reported most of the harassment to MHS administration, he still deals with bullying on a daily basis, and said that he feels isolated because of the activity. “My parents and teachers tell me to just ignore them and stay positive,” he said.“But people need to stand up for kids with handicaps.” He said that he’d most like to see an anti-bullying group form at MHS in order to raise awareness about the problem. Fortunately for students like this, the MHS administration has already undertaken a wider-reaching anti-bullying campaign. Dickey has met during this school year with students from organizations like the Associated Student Body (ASB) and Link Crew, and plans to meet with students in the National Honor Society in the near future. Dickey also organized a forum which highlighted the issue of bullying on Nov. 3, during which students and staff voiced their opinions on the subject. “I’d like to find another way to get more kids in-

volved,” said Dickey. “It’s much easier to talk to kids about this in smaller groups; students feel more comfortable telling their stories.” Another student with a story to tell is MHS sophomore Sierra Mitchell, who originally attended school in the Yamhill-Carlton District, but said that the bullying she experienced eventually became so bad that she decided to transfer to the McMinnville School District. “I started wrestling in the fourth grade, on the guys’ team,” said Mitchell. “I was called a guy and harassed a lot for it. I was always teased for being too much like a guy and not acting like a ‘girlygirl.’” Mitchell said that at the height of the bullying, she was the victim of homophobic slurs and was even punched by a male classmate. “I just couldn’t put up with it anymore,” said Mitchell of the bullying. “But I was teased at Patton, too. I don’t experience as much of the bullying now in high school, but I have a lot of friends who have been victims of it.” Mitchell said that a lot of her friends were too afraid to speak up when they were victims of bullying, but that she had no qualms about confronting the perpetrators directly and taking an issue to the administration if it worsened. “Every time I see bullying, I stop it,” said Mitchell. “I know what it’s like to be on the other end of it.” Thanks to lawmakers, celebrities, and anti-bullying campaigns and activists, the issue of bullying has become far more visible, and the recourse for it far more formidable. Still, even as the antibullying movement sweeps the country, many parents and schools remain unaware of the true extent of the activity by and amongst children and students. “By and large, the bullying reported at our school is verbal,” said Dickey. “But we have seen a huge increase in cyber-bullying.” According to a recent survey conducted by the Pew Research center, 95% of youth aged 12 to 17-years-old are currently online, and 9 out of 10 of those children have witnessed some sort of bullying activity on social media sites such as Facebook or Twitter. The stealthy tactics that many minors use in order to remain anonymous or under the ra-

dar on the internet means that the majority of the bullying is undetectable to adults. Dickey said that the MHS administration doesn’t seek out instances of bullying amongst students online, but that there is a point when students’ technological activities should fall under the jurisdiction of a school. “When kids here are afraid, that’s when we get involved,” said Dickey. “We deal with [cyber-bullying] almost every week, especially through text messaging. We feel like we have to get involved for kids to feel safe here.” Recently, Dickey conducted smaller forums on the issue of bullying with groups of students, and the said that the results seen there speak for themselves. “When I asked kids who among them had been victims of bullying, all but a few raised their hands,” said Dickey. “Most bullies have been victims of bullying themselves, so that’s why they do what they did.” With a ratio of approximately 10 administrative MHS staff members to over 2,000 students, Dickey stressed that MHS students can play a large role in promoting anti-bullying awareness. The reality is that we don’t see the majority of the bullying activity,” said Dickey. “Such a small percentage of it comes to our attention. Even if a couple hundred students started reporting it to us by the end of this school year would be great.” This sentiment was echoed by many of the students who had reported being victims of bullying. “I think that more of the responsibility of reporting bullying is on other students,” said Mitchell. “If people see bullying, they need to stop it.” Dickey agreed that students should speak up about the issue and take a stand against bullying in whatever way they can. “I would advise students to say something, if they feel safe,” said Dickey. “If they aren’t comfortable with intervening, they should report it to administrators. If students just did those two things, most [bullies] would back off, and it would remind all of us to be a little kinder and more respectful to each other.”

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Occupy Portland more than just unemployed rallyists camping out The ‘99 percent’ consists of individuals upset with Wall Street’s decisons, business dealings over past three years, take to streets by ALESSIA CAPONI Fad, nuisance, intriguing; whichever best fits the way you see the protest, Occupy Wall Street has turned into much more then just a revolt. What started out as a large group of individuals in New York’s Wall Street quickly turned into rally’s all around the world, more

commonly as ‘Occupy Portland’. It started on Sep. 17, when men and women in New York came together to represent the 99%. This 99% is upset about wall street wrecking the economy three years ago and no one has been blamed for destroying 20% of this country’s net worth, accumulated over

two centuries. This large presentage of people are protesting against the greed of government. The “1%” are the investors, mortgage brokers, and banks: spending on programs that benefit themselves. As you may know, the protests started spreading all around the world; now in

Europe as well as the U.S. Not only is occupy Portland a group of unemployed rallyists but they organize events to inform and educate the public on what is going: staying away from main stream media. Anything that is broadcasted about Occupy Portland is shared between groups or online,

Occupy Portland support local businesses and local banks; November 5th is ‘move your money day’. People are moving their money out of big banks to deprive big companies of there customers. Today over 81,000 people pledged to give their support to move their money out, and keep

somewhere closer to home; People feel safter keeping there money in local banks knowing it will not get into the hands of greedy investors. At this point is the public’s choice to choose what they want their government to look like, and in the end what side will you choose?

WOMEN:

Over $2,000 raised for Women of the Congo Continued from Page A1

MAGGIE ELLIGNSON / The Bruin Junior Isaiah Case looks, along with others, at items that wre given for a silent auction. Just the silent auction raised over $800 dollars for women in Congo.

could give” Lucas said of the successful fundraising event Soul Sister, which included a silent auction and different productions. The event on Oct. 22 included useful information on the subject, featuring MHS Twilighters, MHS Dance Team, MHS Advanced Drama Class, Newberg High School’s Dance Team and the VanDeVeere Dancers. “Soul Sister went great! Even though we had some technical difficulties, we got very good feedback about our event,” said Lake. The group raised $800 with the silent auction alone, and $2,000 total by the end of the night. “We also made a video of the attendees of Soul Sister who got in front of the camera and danced with signs written in Swahili meaning peace, strength, and hope,” said Lake. “The women will

see this video and know that we are giving them our love.” According to War Child, violence will flare up and Congo is thrust under the media spotlight for a short while. But the rapes and killings have been going on for so long now that it’s hardly ‘news’ any more. The country is so vast and Lucas remote that Volunteer it’s hard to access many of the worstaffected areas, and the sheer scale of the problem makes it seem so hopeless that it feels like the rest of the world has almost given up on the people of Congo. “A root problem is that cooperation’s taking it upon themselves to get the rich and take natural resources

that Congo has in its land and use them to make their product,” said Lucas. “Tin, Tungsten and Tantalum are used in almost every electronic except the companies who have moved to using conflict free minerals.” “I enjoy raising money for those struggling around the world, but we don’t just raise money for those less fortunate, it’s also important to get out in the community and volunteer your time,” said Lake. The Social Justice Club has a Facebook page and they try to post upcoming events on it. “These women need our help, and help is just one step forward away,” said Kim. The Social Justice Club is always accepting donations and will continue to find new ways to reach out to those in need.

Students eagerly observe popular annual “No Shave November” holiday Many male (and a few female) students and staff compete, try to out do each other for most interesting hairy look on campus by CHAS LAUGHLIN The end of October introduces many things. We say farewell to the last of the spirited days of homecoming, fall sporting events, and the new school year vibe, as we welcome the chilly month of November with open arms and big warm jackets. Even though Halloween has passed, you may still see some young werewolves stalking the halls of McMinnville High School. These are actual not werewolves, of course, but are some of our very own students participating in a national

movement known as “No Shave November”. The rules of “No Shave November” are simple; for the entire month, do not partake in the normal routine of shaving. “I’m going for the Mountain man look,” said senior Cody Areola. Last year he attempted the challenge, but his facial hair was tragically cut off of his face by his friends during a night time prank. This year, he is one of many students returning to step up to the plate and set down the razor. A recent poll found that three out of every five male

students in the school will be participating in this joyous event. Only two girls out of fifty marked “yes” when answering this poll. Although there will be many new faces to the scene of facial hair, there is one face that houses the reigning greatest beard on campus. That face belongs to none other than MHS staff member Eklund. He entered the month with a head start on his beard, having grown it for several weeks already. One of the ways he keeps his beard so lush and beautiful is through careful grooming which involves

shampooing and conditioning daily, along with a good combing down. Eklund boasts that he has begun a new trend among hipsters, who he insists will begin to rock large furry mustaches. This MHS teacher plans to continue his beard growing celebration well into the new year, even as far as spring break. The reasons to join the fun are many, just as is the amount of students already preparing for the month. As far as stocks go, now might be an excellent time to sell Gillette.

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Junior Kelsey Bleck sports some facial hair for the month of November. Many male students at MHS are participating.

girls said yes

SEVEN:

Seven period day would help reduce spending for district Continued from Page A1 with individual students that they may not receive with seven classes in a day. Another beneficial factor of keeping the block schedule is that students have more elective opportunity. Because of this, credits are more available. Students are faced with far less stress with a four period day. If a student is sick for two days, they do not miss the same class twice. Absences due

to sports/activities are more easily made up because of the same reason. Lastly, teaming is stronger, which is essential for freshmen education. The block schedule, however, does have its drawbacks. Classes such as foreign language and mathematics require practice every day, a practice they are denied of every other day. Ninety minute periods tend to be long not only for students but also teachers. This leads to procrastination.

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Don Witten’s sixth period class averages ... students. If the schedule was changed to a seventh period day, teachers would teach a larger percentage of the day.

The seven period day has benefits of its own. Homework is more consistent and attention spans tend to be higher. Students are forced to manage their time better, mimicking more of an adult schedule. English instructor Kerrie Savage pointed out that a change to a seven period day would make the students feel as if they were being experimented on like guinea pigs, something she calls the “guinea pig effect.” There would also be less pathway opportunities and programs such as EASA would be more difficult to operate. Olson is interested to know how the students will react to this idea. “Budget is the number one thing,” said superintendent Russell. “We have no interest in changing the schedule. These are simply ideas on the table in case some sort of budget cuts need to be made.” According to science instructor Jared Larson, the block schedule is one of the many things at MHS that make it unique. Whether or not the school will uphold that individuality, time will tell.

FOOD BANK:

Many individuals benefited from food given last year Continued from Page A1 cies it supplies. Food donations can be dropped off at 1317 NE Dustin Court off of Riverside Drive in McMinnville, or at local food drives across the county. Currently the bank is in need of canned meats, boxed meals, and any other shelf-stable food staples for the food bank and the constantly growing soup kitchen. In 2009, close to 17,000 individuals were supplied with food from the Yamhill

County Food Bank, and increased to 21,000 individuals in need by 2010. The increase for 2011 and 2012 is expected to exceed 30%. “Times are tough, so this year is crucial for food drives,” Said Neal Nyssen, the resource development coordinator for the Yamhill County Food Bank. “We need to obtain all the food we can get right now because January through March is the slowest months for food donations.” There is going to be a

definite increase in individuals in need of food supplies for 2011 and 2012. But with community support and help from the Oregon Food Bank, Yamhill County will be able to service the increasing amount of individuals and families in need. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. To obtain more information on how to volunteer at the Yamhill Country Food bank or for donation inquiries, call 503-472-0457 or 1-800-945-9992.

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Unorginality is taking over the new movie scene Movies are proving to be really the “same old story” Has anyone noticed that a large percentage of film releases this year are sequels, book adaptations, or remakes? I certainly have. It is disheartening that the only new movie choices we have to watch are something we have already seen or read before! People like to experience

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new entertainment, and film writers should indulge the public. We pay money to go see these movies, wouldn’t it be more rewarding if it was something new? I don’t understand why we need to remake a classic like Footloose. That was a movie to be enjoyed for the time period it was made in. The money required to remake the movie could have gone to a new and exciting plot. The sequels to Hangover, Kung Fu Panda, and Cars also seem unnecessary.

The original movies ended sturdily and were not begging for a conclusion. Why drag them on with the possibility of ruining them for what they were? We are also on our 4th Pirates of the Caribbean and 3rd Transformers, both films missing their original leading female roles. It seems desperate when a movie replaces characters. Some people are thrilled about their favorite movies being redone over and over again, but what about those of us

who didn’t like them from the beginning? Remakes and sequels are great in moderation, but now they make up the majority of new releases and we need new stories! I am asking film writers to please come up with some new, creative movies!

Presidential campaign on the horizon Around this time next year, we will be on the brink of a new president

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With 2012 approaching, the world doesn’t just have to worry about the apocalypse, but the American public gets to look forward to the ubiquitous political ads, candidate debates, and everything negative McKenzie that comes with Barnes the presidential campaign and the Bruin Reporter president hopefuls. To start off, this opinion is not about which party is better than the other and I am not going to tell you which candidate is better than the other, either. This opinion is about how effective or non-effective presidential campaigns can really be. If you watch TV (and I’m guessing that most of you do) you know that this year will bring a whole new range to the presidential campaign. We’ve had a

man who has been accused of being part of a cult and a very outspoken man who was once the CEO of Godfather’s Pizza. These candidates have to show the American public that they are better than their competitors based on their ideas and intellect. These key factors don’t get across when they are throwing attacks from right to left. When campaign season begins, I know that the candidates will get nasty, and when everything is said and done they all become “buddybuddy” again. But attacking one another over and over again isn’t an effective way to find which candidate really is the best for our nation. When I watch the debates or the political ads, I don’t really know where the candidate’s stances are on important issues; the only thing I learn is that they can interrupt their opponent and cannot directly answer a question. I don’t learn if this person will be good at turning

our economy around, creating jobs, or handling illegal immigration. The only thing that can be learned is that they have a strong opinion about everything. Now I know that I can’t change the way that these people run their campaigns, because attack ads can work, and I suppose the voters get to know who can be bullied down. A way that could be more effective for these people is that they don’t attack whenever they can and actually pay attention to the important matters that are at hand. At the moment, the American public wants a person they can believe in, that will bring hope to their lives, and by focusing on petty issues they aren’t showing any of that. So if you are a voter, pay more attention to the stances on certain issues, and not how the candidates can talk louder than his or her opponents.

Fall recognition assembly stirs controversy Questions not approved by leadership adviser Kerrie Savage

Friday, ASB hosted the 2011 Fall Recognition assembly, and I must say it didn’t go as well as they planned. While the slide show of fall pictures was a tad awkward without any sound in the background, what really stood out during the assembly were the ques-

tions that were asked by Blake and Ryan to the Fall Sports News Register award winners. Not only were most, if not all, of the questions not approved by the leadership administer, Doc Savage, but they also were quite controversial. Most people in the audience weren’t

sure if they should laugh, or cover their ears in terror. What I instantly think about are the parents of the award winners. What was going through their heads as their children answered these ridiculous questions? They probably weren’t too excited to hear “Who would

you date out of these people,” or “Who brings out your inner animal?” Most of Blake’s questions were dull and confusing, while Ryan’s

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brought sass and disturbance. As they kept asking more and more questions, I kept wondering how many more and more people they could offend. Probably not the best choice on Blake and Ryan’s part. So I ask you this MHS students, ‘what brings out YOUR inner animal?’

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BOYS Soccer

The boys soccer team played with heart until the end of their season, losing in the semi-finals in a controversial match versus Westview. The team, led by 12 seniors, dominated throughout the season finishing with a 14-3-1 record and as first place in the Pacific-8 Confrence.

Fan support

An unprecedented level of fan support cheered on the boys soccer team during their playoff games. In addition to home games drawing a huge crowd, rooter buses promped large numbers at away games. An incredible amount of school spirit and pride was present, no doubt providing drive for the soccer team.

winter weather

Despite a balmy summer and clear fall, McMinnville is once again heading towards a cold, cloudy, and wet winter. Pull out your raincoats and put away your flipflops, because the infamous rain storms of Oregon are just around the corner.

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Thanksgiving break

In past years, we’ve had three for four weekdays off for Thanksgiving, in some rare cases even five! This year, however, we only have Thanskgiving and the day following off from school. Class is great and all, but that extra day is crucial for travel plans, time with family, and saving Skyrim.

7 Class schedule

A proposal has been made to shift to a 7 classday schedule for the 2012-2013 school year. This change would reduce class time and graduation requirements, in addition to taking away a period that could be put to educational use. If implemented, it would drastically change class structure and effectiveness.

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#TWITTERBEGINSBOOMING Tweeting its way to infamy, a new trend emerges The social networking scene is always and will forever be changing. MySpace was a big deal when I was in middle school, but then a website called FaceConnor book turned MySpace in to Bruin the internet Reporter equivalent of a ghost town. Pretty recently, Twitter has been taking over as what some will call a ‘media giant’. Twitter’s simplicity is maybe what has people loving it so much. Tweets have to be 140 characters or less, filtering

out the pointless details and bringing the purpose to the surface. Anybody with a Facebook account can attest to reading a paragraph and getting nothing from it. Tweets are short and sweet, and hold a lot less pointless information.Another thing that is unique about Twitter is what is called a hash tag. Hash tags separate words from your tweet and group you with other people who have entered the same hash tag, or subject field. TV shows and companies are promoting hash tags to be used. A perfect example is that of the new talent TV show “The X Factor”. During the entire show, #XFactor is featured on the screen. So if

somebody writes “Loving the show tonight #XFactor”, anybody who also wrote that can see your tweet and reply to you about it. Choosing who you follow is easy; you search for them, click follow, and instantly anything they post is inserted on to your timeline. Anybody with the new software update can tweet almost anything they do, including pictures and websites you’re visiting. If you have a Twitter, follow me @Connor_Farrell. If you don’t have a Twitter account, join the rest of the world and start tweeting today. Keep in mind though to leave the baggage and drama that comes with Facebook at the door.

Inside the Den: Twitter or Facebook Which do you enjoy more, Facebook or Twitter? “Twitter has been spreading around Mac recently, personally I like Twitter and its a good source to keep caught up with news besides having to watch tv.” Kyle Brooker, Freshman

“I don’t think that Twitter is as good as Facebook, they’re both stalker sites.” Katrina Waterhouse, Sophomore

“I only do it to follow Tiger Woods and what he plays.”

Grant Geelan, Senior

“I think it’s stupid and it’s never going to be cooler than Facebook is.”

Sierra Farley, Junior

“Some people see it as a step back because it’s only updates, but it’s a simpler drama-free social site so follow me on Twitter @Yoel_Aynalem Yoel Aynalem, Senior Photos courtesy of Shannon Becker/the bruin

“It’s different then Facebook because everyone can see it and you don’t know the reactions of the people. I like Facebook better than Twitter through because it’s more personalized.

The graduation to-do list How the graduation to-do list really affects us Many students complain of the multiple requirements we must meet in addition to the standard credit related ones. However, if they looked Katie past the exJohnson tra work Bruin Reporter and time it takes they would see that McMin-

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As the rains come, look for the positive

Even though winter is coming, life will continue on Autumn is a time where most kids begin to w o r r y about being stuck inside for winter months, and for possibly the first time since last June begin to Aaron worry about Haddeland their grades. We often forWhat’s Bruin Editor get why this time of year should be thought of as special and be enjoyed just as much as any other season. With this year’s late sum-

mer-into-fall heat, many outdoor activities have been readily available this autumn. Football games were played in the mild chill of a fall evening, perfect conditions to sit on a couch with friends behind the end zone line and cheer on other students. Pumpkin patches were the places to be as Halloween approached. There were haunted corn mazes and tractor rides to be enjoyed all around. The leaves are changing and falling, littering the roads with a blanket of reds and yellows that provide a

soft place to sit and soak up the last of the sun for the year. This is the season of watching movies on Friday nights and drinking apple cider and hot chocolate. Pumpkin pies are made to be eaten and soon turkey (or tofurky if you are into that sort of thing) will be cooked and relatives will gather to give thanks for the year. So, before we begin to worry too much about grades or being stuck inside all winter, I think we should enjoy all of the things fall has to offer, or at least try to have a little bit of fun before the rains really arrive.

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Drama department’s first play of the season “Princess and the Pea” kicks off Dec. 2

by EMILY GUNNESS

Everyone knows the story of the “Princess and the Pea,” about the young girl who comes to a castle claiming she is a princess. The prince’s mother decides to test their guest by placing a pea under 20 mattresses to see how she sleeps. The next morning the princess tells the mother that she endured a sleepless night caused by something hard in the bed. The mother and prince are exhilarated, because only a real princess would have the sensitivity to feel the pea through so much bedding. “Once Upon a Mattress,” based off the Hans Christian Anderson Tale “The Princess

and the Pea,” takes the classic story and gives it a few twists. “It’s just like “The Princess and the Pea,” but there are underlying stories that make it more interesting,” said senior Stacey Jarvis, one of the lead actresses in the play. Jarvis plays Queen Aggravain, a stereotypical high society mother, who is very strict and full of herself. She is trying to help her son find a wife. She goes through 13 princesses and gives them all a test to see if they are good enough to marry him. After giving them all unfair tests, they all fail and it seems as if the prince will never find a

wife. That day, princess Winnifred, played by sophomore Stacy Bakewell, arrives from the marshlands, so eager to meet the prince that she swims through the castle moat. The Queen, eager to get rid of yet another princess, tests her by placing a pea under 20 mattresses. “It’s a very good and entertaining play,” said Bakewell, “plus it has a lot of jokes in it that teens would get.” Come and check out this spin off a classic fairytale Dec. 2, 3, and 9 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. for only $3 with ASB and $5 without, at the Anderson Auditorium.

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Young the Giant The Kooks

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Foster the People

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Death Cab for Cutie

Dec. 9. 8:00

Portugal. the Man The Rose Garden

Dec. 6. 7:30

Mumford & Sons The wonder Ballroom

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Immortal Technique The Roseland Theater

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Senior Wyatt Bellville eats a barbeque hamburger from the restaurant Rib Slayer. The restaurant has been open for three years.

Rib Slayer amazes customers with selection Once Haagenson’s Catering, Rib Slayer leads the barbecue restaurant industry in Mac

by WYATT BELLVILLE The enticing smell of barbequed deliciousness that permeates the air of Third Street Tuesday through Saturday is a mystery to some. To others, however, the business of Ribslayer is very well known and appraised for the delicious and hearty food it stands to serve. Ribslayer’s BBQ-To-Go, formerly known as Haagenson’s Catering, is a small, local business located in the gravel lot on the same block as Serendipity, right near Gallery Theatre. The location of this establishment may not be as easy to find as other food spots, but once you manage to uncover it, you will keep coming back.

Some of you may wonder if this hidden-away barbeque place is all that I’m working it up to be; the answer is yes. You can’t go wrong ordering from the menu at Ribslayer, and there is almost always parking available. They have ribs, chicken, salads, and, likely what they are most well-known for, their hotsandwiches. I went in ordering to order one of their more popular menu items, the pulled pork sandwich. On average it takes close to 15 minutes to receive an order, which may be disappointing to some, but personally knowing that the food is fresh and delicious makes it worth

waiting for. The pulled pork sandwich consists of hot, juicy, and tender pulled pork covered in sweet, tangy, sauce all on a warm bun. The sandwich runs for $7, which is about the average price for a sandwich on the menu, and comes with a side of coleslaw, chips, and a deli-pickle. For the iron-stomachs out there that enjoy a spicy dilemma, there is a Ribslayer Challenge, which consists of “The Flaming Mo-Fo,” a very hot sandwich which consists of pulled pork, beef brisket, habanero, bhut jolokia (the ghost chili A.K.A. one of the hottest peppers known to man), chipotle, jalapeno, sautéed onions

and tomato. Winners of this challenge receive a stomach full of fire, and their picture on “The Wall of Flame.” Overall, the interior, food, and smells of Ribslayer BBQ-togo make it one of my favorite places to eat in town, despite the cost and location. I would give Ribslayer a 9.5/10 based on the overall experience, and I definitely recommend others to check it out. If you plan to go here during lunch though, it would be a wise decision to call your order in ahead of time, which the menu, location, and phone numbers can all be found at their website, www.ribslayer.com

Death Cab For Cutie releases “Codes and Keys” New album sounds proud but fails to live up to predecessors

by Lindsey Lewers Releasing their demo, You Can Play These on Chords, in 1997 and their first full album, Something About Airplanes, For Listeners Of in 1999, Death Cab for Cutie began a long Alternative & running successful career, bringing toindie rock gether beautiful melodies, hypnotic vocals, Singles From Album and luring lyrics. “ You Are a Tourist” With the band consisting of Ben Gib“Stay Young, Go Dancing” bard, Nick Harmer, Chris Walla and Jason McGerr, Death Cab has released quite a few very successful chart toppers such as “I Will Death Cab For Cutie Possess Your Heart,” “Crooked Teeth,” and Codes and Keys (Atlantic, 2011) “I Will Follow You Into The Dark.” Tracks off their fourth album, TransatEarlier Records lanticism, and songs such as “Soul Meets Narrow Stairs Body,” and “Meet Me on The Equinox,” Plans have been used in television shows and Transatlanticism movies such as the Twilight Series, The OC,

and Californication. Fourteen years after their first recording, they released their seventh studio album, Codes and Keys, on May 31. Being their first album in three years, I had some high hopes that they have been taking their time recording some magic in the studio, possibly even a concept album. Unfortunately, I was very let down. Seeming to venture away from their original bedroom pop-indie sound they created so long ago, this album came off as a very distant, experimental album of the band pretending to be something it’s not. In the past, Death Cab has focused a lot of their music on vocals and simplistic yet ensnaring guitar and piano. Exploring their talents, Codes and Keys seems to use dif-

ferent vocal effects and synth-like sounds. Using echoes, fast beats, and more powerful drums, they are giving the impression that they are almost completely abandoning their classic sound that hooked all their fans throughout the years. Sadly, most of the album doesn’t even sound like they recorded together as a band. Lastly, the final track, “Stay Young, Go Dancing,” a ballad-love song of sorts, doesn’t even have similarities to the rest of the album. Nothing in this album makes sense. Compared to their earlier works, I have to give this album a three out of four. If you like “I Will Follow You Into the Dark,” listen to the album, Transatlanticism. If you like “Meet Me on The Equinox,” listen to the album, Narrow Stairs.

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‘Under the Mistletoe’ warms teenage hearts

Bieber keeps the season sizzling with his third studio album, collaborates with many artists including Mariah Carey and Usher

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Under the Mistletoe (Island, 2011)

It’s time to believe

by Stephanie Chitwood “It's the most beautiful time of the year/ Lights fill the streets/ spreading so much cheer/ I should be playing in the winter snow/ But I am going to be under the mistletoe.” These are the inspirational lyrics of Justin Bieber’s new song “Mistletoe.” This song combines classic holiday genre with the upbeat styling of Justin Bieber. “Mistletoe” hit iTunes on Oct. 18. You will not able to get the song out of your

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head! The music video shows Justin and a girl sitting at a table having a romantic moment, when she is interrupted by another girl who steals him away. Justin continues to sing about how he would rather be under the mistletoe with the girl he was having a date with. The music video is very intense and romantic. This song, along with many others, is featured

on the new album, Justin Beiber: Under the Mistletoe. The album features many more talented artists, including Usher, Busta Rhymes, Boyz II Men, Mariah Carey and The Band Perry. Under the Mistletoe has many cover songs like “Drummer Boy,” “All I want for Christmas is You,” “Fa La La,” and “Santa Clause is Coming to Town.”

This album has different types of music genres; from country to hip-hop, there is music for everyone. Everyone will want this album! Fan, or not, I would definitely recommend this for anyone who likes to feel cozy and warm, like Christmas morning! Under the Mistletoe came out on Nov. 1, the perfect time to start getting into the Christmas spirit!

Fashion Spy

The essentials of winter fashion by MAGGIE ELLINGSON

Best Television Series Drama award winner returns for second season

This season is bringing retro back, with wide legged, high-waist trousers, crazy colorful platforms, and peasant tops. Don’t forget your Farrah Fawcett hair!

by Vincent rolleri The world has finally son (Lori and Carl). With been hit by the infamous everyone reunited, they go on Zombie plague. Millions a gamble to the CDC (Center have turned into the rotfor Disease Control). There ting, walking corpses that they find a chilling reality filled our nightmares. The saying that the human race Walking Dead is a drama may have met its extinction, on AMC, telling the story of concluding the season. Rick Grimes and his quest to Because of great critiques simply survive. and awards, including the Its story focoveted Best TeleviStarring cuses on Sheriff Andrew Lincoln, Jon sion Series Drama Rick Grimes award, the series Bernthal, & Sarah leading his fam- Wayne Callies returned on Oct. 16, ily and a small 2011 with another Genre group of survivors season. Quickly, on Zombie apocalypse, from all differOct. 25, 2011, AMC horror, drama ent walks of life. President Charlie The series starts Production Collier was proud to anwith Rick Grimes AMC Studios nounce season three. “We awaking from a are thankful for everyone’s coma after being hospitalized contribution in front of and from a shootout while on the behind the camera as we job. continue to make The WalkHe finds the once ing Dead a unique television populated area of Atlanta experience,” said Collier. quiet and desolate. Dazed The show has proven and confused, he goes to his itself to be a top notch series house to search for his family, to watch and be followed with no results. With little regularly. It has earned a total knowledge of the danger, he of three awards only through goes to the city of Atlanta. its pilot episode, including, Quickly he is surrounded Outstanding Sound Editand staring death in the face. ing, Outstanding Special But with much luck, he is Visual Effects, and Outstandsaved by other survivors. He ing Prosthetic Makeup for goes with them back to their a series. It is an all-around camp, to be greeted warmly outstanding series. by the survivors, and with Because of the series wide much surprise, his wife and regards, it deserves a 10/10.

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for the iPhone and Android by NICK NILAND & MICHELLE KIM

The iPhone revolutionized the phone, bringing games to play on the The iPhone craze, with its new features and apps, has somewhat cast a most dynamic and diverse game center you could ever imagine. The shadow over the Android market. However, Android has pulled through App Store offers thousands of games, entertainment, and sports apps. with some cool, new, and exclusive apps to the Android market. 1. Facebook: Allows you to connect, and share statuses, photos and videos with all of your friends instantly, with just the tap of your finger.

2. Twitter: A fun, new, and easy social networking app. You can tweet to your friends, or even celebrities with the simple app.

2. Tank Hero: What’s better

3. Pandora: The internet radio

than a 3D tank and annihilating opponents with cannons, heat seekers, and howitzers?

that allows you to listen to songs for free, with the app on any Apple products. It’s free, and you can listen to any type of music on the go!

3. SoundHound: Don’t know

what awesome song you’re listening to? This app searches the name of the song through the internet and also includes lyrics, videos, and etc.

4. Score Center: Let’s you

check all the scores of the major sports league, including, NFL, MLB, Golf, College Football, MLS, NBA, NCAA Basketball, and it lets you choose your favorite teams and sends you notifications for the score updates for your teams.

4. Google Goggles: Through

your lens, it recognizes objects, famous landmarks, stores, artworks, and popular images found online. Features include: scanning barcodes for product info, translating a text into a foreign language and vice versa, adding contacts from business cards, solving Sudoku puzzles, and recognizing just about any 2D image.

Instagram: A cool new way to edit and share pictures, with your friends or people around the world.

6. Words with Friends:

Scrabble, yes the classic scrabble game, is now available to play on your phone, against your friends or anyone as a matter a fact. The simple game is competitive and easy but super addictive.

7. Angry Birds: The game that allows you to attack green pigs. Yes it’s strangely addictive but it is a game that you can play when you are bored, and it brings countless hours of amusement and frustration to the player. 8. Fruit Ninja: Fruit Ninja is a game that will test your patience and your reflexes; you have to cut as much fruit as you can, while avoiding all of the bombs waiting to be cut.

Speaktoid Assistant:

Comparative to the Siri feature on the iPhone, it translates languages, launches apps, connects with social networking sites, gets maps and images, sends emails, converts measurements, the list goes on.

9. Skype: Lets you Skype with your friends, no matter your location, and no matter if they have an iPhone or a computer. Face Time is all the time. 10. Tiny Wings: Yes, another

game with that iconic bird. The objective simple, get as far as you can, flying your way over the hills and ocean trying to progress your way through the island. Collecting bonuses and coins.

doubleTwist Player:

Works great for wirelessly syncing and playing all your iTunes playlists, podcasts, and videos on your Android phone and vice versa.

9. N64oid: Allows you to play those favorite childhood Nintendo 64 games on your mobile device. I don’t think it gets any better. 10. Camera Fun Pro: Lets you take photos through 29 different filters and lens. Photos look great!

5. Google Sky Map: No matter where you are, Google Sky Map puts the universe in your hands and allows you to explore the night sky without the use of a telescope. super addictive. 6. What the Doodle!?: A

multiplayer real-time app. Similar to the concept of Pictionary, it’s a simple draw and guess game, and easily entertaining.

7. Wordz Up!: A revised version of the old-school Boggle game. It’s simple as a grid of words and making as many words possible from it. If you like Words With Friends or Scrabble, you’ll love this!

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B. WADE

“I like that it’s different everyday, and there’s Purpose. Leadership. Inspiration. always a new challenge.”

Ben Wade teaches a full classroom during his fifth period class. Although a new teacher, he has been involved in Mac High events for the past seven years.

New teacher Ben Wade shares his story, how he became a MHS teacher and Young Life leader by Connor farrell Each new school year, a group of unpainted canvas, unmolded sculptures, and unsolved formulas enter the school. Freshman, unaware of the long journey of school and life ahead of them, enter into a new world that is high school. Not too far off are new teachers. Every student has had that experience of being the inaugural class of the new teacher. Is this a teacher who will inspire me? Is this a teacher who will annoy me? Can I use my cell phone without it being taken to the Student Center? One teacher that is making a quick mark on McMinnville High School is the new math teacher, Ben Wade. Who is Ben Wade? He attended Thurston High School and graduated in 2005. “I loved high school, it was a time for me where there weren’t a lot of worries, I just played sports and did my homework,” said Wade. As good of a student as an athlete, he decided to go to Linfield College and pursue a degree in Secondary Education while he played college football for Linfield. “I applied to two colleges, Linfield and Oregon State. I got in to both, but

Linfield was giving me a half scholarship and I knew I would be able to play football. It was the perfect school for me because I knew that I had wanted to be a teacher, and it was far enough away from home so that I could be on my own,” said Wade. In 2007, Ben Wade was an assistant coach for the Duniway Middle School football team, and introduced a lot of kids to a youth group called Young Life, a youth ministry that depends on young adults (mostly college students) to mentor and befriend teenagers while also introducing Christianity in an approach that isn’t threatening or too strong. Starting to get into teaching, Ben looked for any opportunity to get the wheels rolling on his teaching career. Unable to get a full time job in the weak economy in our state, Ben took as many substitute teaching opportunity’s as he could. “Subbing is kind of like being a grandparent, you babysit the kids while trying to keep them in order. You might even spoil them a little. And then you leave and the parents have to come back and pick up the pieces,” said Ben. The 2010-2011 school year was supposed to Ben’s last year in McMinnville, and had planned to leave the place he has called home for seven years. All of that held up until this summer when he received a call from McMinnville High School about a job as a full-time math teacher. “It was a dream come true for me because I was about to go and try to figure

out what I was going to do and then I got a call from the high school about full time teaching, two days later I was hired and planning my class, it was crazy!” Wade is more than just a teacher, as many would say that he is still a kid at heart. After graduatiing from high school, Ben took a trip to California and Arizona to see the West Coast and was pulled on stage on the Price is Right television show. “It was an amazing experience! I went but didn’t expect to get called. They said my name and I went crazy! I ran up and went to the wrong booth. I even ended up bidding correctly and was so nervous that I smacked the microphone out of Drew Carreys hand.” Ben also kayaked the bottom of the Grand Canyon on his road trip. “It was an amazing perspective, one that not many have seen.” Undoubtedly popular amongst his new students, Wade has shown flashes of the classic teacher and flashes of the Young Life leader already in his short time teaching at McMinnville High School. He is involving himself in the school beyond just teaching. He is one of the two line judges for the volleyball team, alongside Erin Brisbin and he is considering helping coach track. From Young Life to math class, Ben has been a big part of many high school student’s lives in the past seven years, and will undoubtedly continue to do that for years to come.

Ben Wade begins to flag “out” during the Senior Night Volleyball game against Newberg High School.

(Above): Ben Wade shows his many spirited faces.

(Below):Ben Wade explains a math problem.

(Above): Focusing hard on the computer, Ben Wade shows his work ethic and focus.

(Above): Ben Wade smiles for a picture in the MHS Courtyard.

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key winter sports contributers look to upcoming season, prepare to lead team for league games and hopefully playoffs, districts

BOYS BASKETBALL Two seniors from the boys’ basketball team are striving for success during this upcoming season. Turner Grimm and Grant Geelan are leaders on the team this year and have been working hard in order to prepare for this season. “I’m excited to go out and put on a show for all of my fans,” said Grimm. “I’m excited to see how the young guys ajust to varsity basketball,” said Geelan.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Ariel Oliver, Jessica McMillan, and Grace McMillan all have been working on their skills in the offseason and preparing their younger teamates for what to expect in the upcoming season. “I’m excited to go into my senior year and win games,” said senior Oliver. “The team will have a lot more chemistry this year because we’ve played together a lot in the offseason,” said senior Jessica McMillan. “I’m excited for our new upbeat tempo we are bringing to the court this year,” said Grace McMillan.

The Top 10 is shaken by wins, losses

Senior Felix Devera and Junior Bryce Branson have been working hard in the offseason and preparing themselves and their teammates for the upcoming wrestling season. “I’m most excited for the state tournament,” said Branson “I’m excited for the success the team will have,” said de Vera. “And

Oklahoma and Georgia Tech win, keep college fan on their toes

BOYS SWIMMING

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Seniors Blake Tillery, Stephen Grinich, and Matt Valentine have worked hard for three years and plan to make a mark during their last season of swimming at MHS. “I’m looking forward to getting back to where I was, improving my times, and going to competitions,” said Grinich. “We have done really well in the past and we have a really strong guys’ team this year so i think we will do well.”

GIRLS SWIMMING Seniors Brooklyn Neubig and Claire Lawson have worked hard for three years and plan to make a mark during their last season of swimming at MHS. “Im looking forward to the season this year and even though we have a young team we should be pretty successful,” said Neubig.

Ducks lose chance of BCS title After beating No. 3 Stanford, UO loses to USC 3835 and set there sights for another bowl game by ALEX ANDERSEN The Ducks faced 18th ranked USC Saturday Nov. 19. The ranked match-up, was assured to provide more chaos to the already messy BCS formula. Before the match-up between the Ducks and the very underrated Trojans Matt Barkley opened up about this year’s 2011 Oregon Ducks to the Los Angeles Times. “I think Oregon is very good this year, remarked Barkley. “But

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“I felt that our season as a whole was a huge accomlishment. As a team we came together at the beginning of the season with numerous players that had not played a year of varsity soccer. They really came in with urgency to give it their all and to succeed in something they love. This year out of my three years of playing varsity soccer has been my most memorable one. ” Three other MHS teams had high GPA’s and were also honored by the Dairy Farmers of Oregon. Sport Place GPA Boys’ Cross Country

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OREGON FOOTBALL Looing for a win in Civil War

Girls’ Soccer 17th 3.57

MHS boys’ cross country team’s combined G.P.A. It put them at number one in state academically for boys cross country. The team was featured in the Oregonian along with other top high school teams.

I think they were better when we played them in the past,” very bold words coming from a quarterback who’s lost to Oregon by a combined score of 24 points and is (02) in his career. The pregame quote sparked controversy and angst between the Oregon defense and the arm of Matt Barkley. But, maybe Barkley’s statement was true, at least this was the case Nov. 21st as Southern California demolished the Oregon Please see DUCKS, Page B2

Teams now enter the most crucial part of the season, the hunt for BCS bowls. In week 10 there was a big shake up in the top 25 of the BCS standings. The Top10 was shaken, as Clemson and Kansas State both lost, leaving the door wide open for new comers to get into the Top-10. Clemson lost a tough game, against a Georgia Tech team that can’t make up its mind if they want to be a contender or a pretender. While Kansas State got embarrassed at home by the Oklahoma Sooners, who lost just the week before and are trying to keep pace in the chase for the national title. As a surprise, the Houston Cougars are prowling their way up in the rankings. Case Keenum has been having himself an electrifying year, passing well over 3,000 Please see COLLEGE FOOTBALL, Page B2

Game Predictions PROJECTED FINAL SCORES FOR SELECTED GAMES PAC-12 FOOTBALL (Saturday) Oregon 49 (35)

Oregon State 7 (35)

USC 14 (38)

Washington 35 (21)

Colorado 14 (6)

Utah 21 (30)

UCLA 28 (45)

WA State 14 (27)

California 14 (28)

Arizona 20 (31)

Stanford 42 (31)

Arizona St. 42 (27)

By Erik Rodriguez Predictions by MHS Students

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It was the greatest group of players I have ever played with in my entire soccer career.

This Issue’s Highlights

UPCOMING GAMES

NEXT UP: McMinnville Liberty, 7:15 p.m. Dec. 6

Swimming

For more pictures and stats on the Boys’ Basketball team, go to, mhsbruin.com NEXT UP: McMinnville at Crescent Valley 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30

Boys Basketball

OSU FOOTBALL

Struggling

Oregon State led by freshman Mannion

Sean Mannion has more throwing yards then Heisman candidate Andrew Luck by taylor mcanally A little confidence for freshmen can go a long way, and that is the case for the Oregon State Beavers, who now have two wins under their belts. Sean Mannion is now leading the team in the quarterback position as a redshirt freshmen. Mannion has made leaps and strides throughout the year, starting with beating out former starting quarterback Ryan Katz. Mannion is now passing 182 for 274 (66.4 percent). In the Beaver’s 44-21 victory against Washington State, Mannion threw four touchdowns to four different receivers, and he fired completions to 11 different receivers. Mannion has thrown for 1,966 yards, which is more than some of the leading quarterbacks in the PAC-12, like Andrew Luck, who has thrown for

1,888 yards. A true freshman is also leading the Beavers offence; freshmen Malcolm Agnew. Agnew ran for 108 yards for the Beavers vs. Washington State. Defensively, the Beavers followed the lead of freshmen defensive ends Scott Crichton and Dylan Wynn Crichton was in on seven tackles, including a quarterback sack, when he forced a fumble along with another forced fumble vs. Washington State. Oregon State started out rough, with very little experience from all of these freshmen. With great coaching and hard work ethic these freshmen are the future of a very successful Oregon State football program. The Beavers and their freshmen starters are going to need all the confidence they can get when they travel down to Autzen Stadium and play the Ducks on Nov. 26.

NEXT UP: McMinnville at Newberg, noon, Dec. 8

For more pictures and updates of the MHS swim team throughout the season, go to, mhsbruin.com

Girls Basketball

To see more sats on the Girls’ baskeball team, go to mhsbruin.com

Wrestling NEXT UP: McMinnville at McNary, 4 p.m. Dec. 2

To read more info and pictures on the Wrestling team go to mhsbruin.com

DUCKS: Have a record of 10-2

in Autzen Stadium. On USC’s next drive the Ducks were able to force two straight Barkley incompletions, and Kenjon Barner scored on Oregon’s next drive with a 9 yard scamper to notch the score to 38-27. The Trojans continued to drive on their next possession with Marc Tyler and Curtis McNeal splitting the carries and splitting Oregon’s front four. As the drive progressed it appeared USC was going to score and run away with the game until Redshirt freshmen cornerback Terrance Mitchell tipped a pass intended for Robert Woods and junior safety Johny Boyett snatched the ball before hitting the turf, and the Ducks had a plausible chance in executing an improbable comeback. A couple of quick screen plays, and an acrobatic one hand grab from senior tight end David Paulson set up the Ducks on the Troajns 1 yard line. Lamichael James did the rest with a one yard stumble into the endzone. Later, a two point conversion to Lavasier Tuinei in the back of the endzone brought the Ducks within three points, Autzen Stadium was electric. However, USC still had the chance to ice the game

Continued from Page B1 defense, looking reminiscent of their early decade conference supremacy with a balanced attack that kept Aliotti, Oregon’s defensive coordinator guessing the entire game. Junior quarterback Matt Barkley was lethal, going 2436 for 323 yard and 4 touchdowns, but a costly inter-

“I think Oregon is very good this year but I think they were better when we played them in the past.” Matt Barkley USC starter

ception midway through the 4th quarter fueled 21 unanswered points for the Ducks who trailed by as much as 24 points at 38-14 with 3:17 left in the third quarter. A 96 yard kickoff return from freshmen phenom De’anthony Thomas cut into the Trojans dominance and excited the fans in swarms of yellow and black

with a touchdown, but the Ducks still had 7:05 left when the Trojans took the field. Until USC had reached the red zone the Trojans orchestrated a methodical drive stringing together numerous runs over ten yards and Barkley torched the secondary with a couple of out routes to Marqise Lee. One play later miscommunication between Barkley and Tyler created another turnover, this time a fumble recovered by Oregon’s defensive end Brandon Hanna. The Ducks were in business. After a tight end screen to David Paulson, Oregon was past midfield, and looking to seal the 24 point comeback. However, after consecutive

runs the clock became a factor and after a string of incompletions the drive had stalled and the Ducks were going to have to settle for a field goal and overtime. At least that’s what Duck fans thought. From 37 yards Alejandro Maldonado missed wide left and Oregon’s second straight BCS Championship appearance was completely ruined. As thousands of Duck fans filed out of Autzen in disbelief and dismay, the Trojans celebrated near the clad of red and gold, whether this game signifies that USC has returned as the conference’s dynasty remains to be seen, at least for another year.

COLLEGE After a long lockout, the NFL is rolling FOOTBALL: Despite a 127 day lockout, the NFL is 12 weeks in and the Green Top 10 is Bay Packers have the best record in the leauge at 10-1 shaken up NFL

Midseason Report

by connor farrell

News Register Fall Sports Athletes MHS Yamhill Valley

Football Chris Akiens Boys’ Soccer Dustin Munger Girls’ Soccer Carly Mechals Girls’ Cross Country Claire Lawson Boys’ Cross Country Tim Anderson Volleyball Taylor McAnally

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top of the NFC North, standing just a few wins from their first playoff berth since 1999.

yards with 32 touchdowns, along with breaking records all over the place. Another surprise team that cracked the top 25 of the BCS rankings was the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, a team that plays in a weak conference, but not a team to be overlooked by their opponents. As the season is coming into the home stretch, teams will be tested to their maximum, to see if they have enough determination to make a final run to make it to the BCS Bowl Games.

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The Green Bay Packers’ record, the best in the leauge a couple of wins as they sit at MAYBE 0-10. The underdog story of the year is that of the Detroit Lions. A few short years ago Detroit had the worst season in football history when they went 0-16. Now they stand near the

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After Timbers’ first year: success

Play of the Issue

The are Timbers one season in and have one of the best crowds in league, along with great start reputation on the field

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Despite a long lockout and a saddening uncertainty, the National Football League is in full swing. A collective bargaining agreement was reached on July 21st, ending a historic 127 day lockout. We are almost to 12 weeks of action-packed football, as tonight’s game on ESPN between the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs will finish the eleventh week. So far the Green Bay Packers have the best record in the league at 9-0. A shocking statistic that most people would not have

believed before the season started, is the complete and total destruction of the Indianapolis Colts. The loss of Peyton Manning has sent the Colts looking for answers, and maybe

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by Moises diaz 2011 was the first year in the MLS for the Portland Timbers. They started the season with new players and a new coach, John Spencer. Their stadium was renovated and the name of it changed from PGE Park to JELD-WEN Field. The Timbers also got a new logo for the MLS. As the team was approaching the MLS, the Timbers Army expanded and was one of the best crowds in the 2011 MLS season. The army loved when the timbers scored because their mascot, Timber Joey, would cut off a piece of would with his famous chainsaw. Senior Carson Clow, who was part of the army, said, “It was really fun and exciting to be a part of the army.

It was also tiring because we sang songs, screamed, and jumped all game long. “ Portland started their season with a loss to the Colorado 3-1 as a visiting team which was the game opener for the MLS. Timbers started the season with three away games and lost 2 and tied 1.

Goals scored by the Timbers this year (30 at home) On April 14 they played their first home game in front of a sold out crowd against Chicago. The Timbers won 4-2. Junior Nic Autencio said, “The first Timbers home game was really exciting.” It was really cool to see

Jorge Perlaza and Diego Chara play their first game for the Timbers at home.” Most of the Timbers games were sold out. Portland had a descent season with ups and downs but failed to qualify for the playoffs. They finished sixth in their conference and twelfth overall. Top scorers for Portland were Kenny Cooper and Jack Jewsbury, both with eight goals. Throughout the whole season Portland scored 40 goals, 30 were at home, and allowed 48. Portland was a home team, winning nine games at home, and only winning two away games. Next season, the Timbers will be a better team and they will be ready to play and compete to make it to the 2012 MLS Playoffs.

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Senior Dylan Leathers celebrates his goal in a game versus Newberg by doing a backflip.

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After making it all the way to the semi finals, the boys’ soccer team drops their game versus Westview 1-0 by connor farrell Another hopeful season, another division title, and another unfortunate ending capped off the MHS boys soccer season. Showing heart and determination, the Grizzlies battled through an injury plagued season, including injuries Dylan Leathers, Jose Pelayo, and Dustin Munger, to win a third consecutive league championship. The battle could only last so long unfortunately, as the Grizzlies lost to Westview High School in the semi-final round of the playoffs. Finishing 14-3-1, McMinnville showed that a potent offense crossed with a strong defense can bring you pretty far. After crushing Gresham at home 5-0, a tough matchup at South

Medford high school was set. Two school buses full of fans followed the team to South Medford, 260 miles south, to watch McMinnville turn a half time deficit to a 6-2 final, the Grizzlies the victors. Next on the schedule was the Sunset Apollos, who finished the season ranked the best team in the state. Playoff rules stating that the team with least home games entering the quarterfinal round would get a home game allowed McMinnville to have a final game under the lights at Wortman Stadium. An exciting 80 minutes of regulation, followed by 20 minutes of breath taking over time play left McMinnville and Sunset stalemated at zero. The season hung in the balance just as it had

the season before, but the team would not allow it to come to an abrupt ending like it had just 12 months before. Dustin Munger and Adrian Rubio netted the first two shots for McMinnville while Ryan Aker allowed not one ball to score as McMinnville won 1-0, outscoring Sunset 2-0 in penalty kicks. Hoping to advance to the state championship at Hillsboro Stadium, McMinnville had to win one more road game, at Westview High School. Allowing an early goal in a fog covered field, McMinnville tried to even the score for rest of the game, but a stingy Westview defense proved too difficult to overcome. The final score of 1-0 marks the end of the high school career of 13 seniors.

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Members of the MHS dance team along with McMinnville students cheer for the Boys’ soccer team at home during their 1-0 win versus Sunset High School (2-0 PK).

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Senior Dustin Munger prepares to kick the first of five penalty kicks in the close game versus the Apollos. Munger made the goal along with Junior Adrian Rubio’s goal to win the game 1-0 (2-0PK). Senior Goalie Ryan Aker saved all four goals that Sunset kicked in penalty kicks.

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The MHS boys’ soccer team celebrates a 6-2 win over South Medford High School.

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Martin Cortez kicks past a Newberg High School defender in the Grizzlies 3-1 win

What’s Bruin Top Ten

10. Drink a Thirst Buster before class: You’ll need to go to the bathroom at least four times.

SCHOOL DAYS UNTIL WE’RE OUT OF HERE

November and December have lots of days off from school.

I’ve forgotten everything I learned in September and October.

Winter sports have started.

No one can hang out after school.

The next few months there is a possibility for snow.

We will be trapped in McMinnville with no way to leave or have food come in.

Modern Warfare Three has been released!

These British fifth graders are brutal.

Right now I only have seven periods.

Next there might only be seven periods, and they would all be in one day.

There is one more thumbs down!

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9. Always be the last one to class: You’ll probably end up sitting in the doorway where there’s a nice breeze. 8. Let a ferret loose in your classroom: Chaos will start and you can make your escape. 7. Throw Up: Start by eating all of the gum from the bottom of the desks, then use your imagination.

6. Make a Cardboard Cut-Out of Yourself: Put a sweatshirt on it and you’re golden! 5. Throw a fit: Temper tantrums work for three year olds, why not you? 4. Switch into Bruin: It’s where dreams come true.

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Everyone else: 122

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Ways to Cope with Your Overcrowded Class

COUNT 2011 Seniors: 117 DOWN

It was not very good.

No Shave November

Every year, starting on Nov. 1, millions if not billions of men put away their razors and let their luscious beards grow for the next month. Only the strongest of the strong go the entire month without shaving; they must endure whisker pokes and complaints from both men and women alike about the scruffiness of their faces. After the awkward family dinner at Thanksgiving where Grandmothers often stare at the overflowing mustaches of their 14-year-old grandsons, the growth continues for another week. We here at The Bruin would like to applaud these men and would like to document their epic quest this cold November.

Upper Left: Jerome Verduyn Bottom Left: Pedro Moreno Upper Middle: Justin Smith Bottom Middle: David Brosius (He tried) Right: Blake Tillery Photos taken on Nov. 14

Thanksgiving Recipe

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Where’s Blake?

For all of you who have leftovers from Turkey Day and get tired of turkey sandwiches, this is for you.

See if you can find Blake Egli in this Photo.

3 cups cubed cooked turkey breast 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup golden raisins 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 3 tablespoons chopped green onions 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup mango chutney (or cranberry sauce) 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon pepper In a large bowl, combine the turkey, celery, raisins, cheese and onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chutney, ginger and pepper until blended. Pour over turkey mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

From Allrecipes.com

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3. Make your own personal bathroom pass: you’ll be able to roam the halls for hours. 2. Leave: the likelihood that your teacher will notice one person missing is miniscule. 1. Build a Clubhouse out of the Extra Chairs: make sure that your password remains a secret.

Pisces

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Aries

Taurus

You may be feeling sad because of the recent rain. Just remember, it’s only for the next six months.

This is your lucky day, instead of being pulled over for going 26mph in a 25mph zone you will only get a parking ticket.

Despite what your mother says, that won’t be chocolate on her hands when she came out of your baby brother’s room.

Aquarius

Once again, your nerves will get the best of you and cause you to leave out the “ni” when saying “organism” in AP Bio.

Capricorn

That new day care you will apply for won’t trust you because of your past record. Don’t be discouraged.

Horoscopes For the week of Nov 20 - Nov 26

Don’t build your fort on an Indian burial ground.

Scorpio

Despite your apology cakes and letters, Bear Hugs will decide that they should never trust you again. Try Bank of the Bear.

Libra

Even though you saw how embarrassing breaking a chair is when you watched the Coste video, you will break 3 different chairs this month.

Cancer

Chicken Noodle Soup is in your future. Wash your hands every chance you get to avoid you cold turning into a chronic respiratory infection.

Virgo

Sagittarius

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Gemini

Over the course of the day you will find around $20 on the ground, but you will have to use it all on club fees.

Leo Your good intentions of wearing a clown mask to Bear Hugs won’t go well, consider yourself warned.

Those are neither pencil shavings nor raisins, you might want to get your stomach pumped.