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Spring Sports Preview Highlights Spring Athletes
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Top 5 Places To Eat On A Budget In McMinnville
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Tyler Presnell, a motivational speaker is coming to our school March 22. Presnell speaks to schools about his car accident earlier in life and how to prevent unsafe driving. For more pictures and information about Presnell and his modivational story scan this code.
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MORP FRENZY
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Check out photos from the Morp dance held in the Red Gym on March 8.
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Page 12, 13 BATTLE OF THE BANDS Spring Sports Updates For pictures and updates from games on baseball, softball, track, golf and tennis go to mhsbruin.com
Check out pictures and info on the Battle of the Bands competition. The three winners that will play at the assembly are Murders Creek, Bless and Defy and Big Friendly Giants. eriik rodriguez/ The Bruin
SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW The Bruin staff selected an athlete from each spring sport (baseball, softball, track, tennis,and golf) to be featured in our spring sports preview.
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MORP FRENZY
Students dance at Morp dance including sophomore Rebecca Noble and junior Lucy Belville.
Senior Javier Anguiano crowd surfs at the Morp dance on March 8.
Sophomore Max Hayes joins the fun in the Red Gym at Morp.
Senior Hailey Pattishal talks to friends at the Morp dance. Pattishal is one of the many students who dressed in outrageous clothing. isaiah case / The Bruin BRUIN MAGAZINE
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NEWS retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkward annoying gay retard geek loser unwanted retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkwardannoying gay retard geek loser retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkward annoying gay retard geek retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkward annoying gay retard retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkward annoying retard gay loser geek worthless unwanted prep idiot ugly fat failure tool gross awkward by EMILY NEEL In the crowded hallways of Mac High, students carry on conversations and throw phrases around that most other students wouldn’t blink an eye at. But for those to whom the phrases are targeted, the words used can have more of an impact than others may know. Words such as ‘gay,’ ‘stupid,’ ‘idiot,’ and other profanities are tossed around constantly without meaning. “Just because something isn’t hurtful to you, doesn’t mean it’s not hurtful to other people,” said counselor Julie Crandall. Other times, the insult is intended. People may take jabs at their friends’ appearances, among other things. “There is a fair amount of students that are hurt or upset by things said in the halls by both friends and strangers,” said Crandall. It is common for people to talk behind others’ backs, as well as talk to other people about someone else just loudly enough for the victim to hear the insult. Crandall said she also notices a lot of negative comments about people’s intelligence. Insults based on appearance can be particularly disturbing because the targeted student may not have the means to purchase different clothing or change the way they look. Even if the insults are made in passing and without meaning, the victims will most likely start to believe the hurtful things said about them. For those targeted by these insults, Crandall said, “I would encourage them to talk to that person if they feel comfortable. It may be a miscommunication.” She suggests if the student is uncomfortable confronting the person who insulted them to talk to an adult who can help mediate a conversation or address the issue. There are ways to curtail insults in the hallways. By refusing to take part in the insults, students are setting a good example for others. It can be difficult to intervene in the case of bullying, but the more people that do, the less likely the bully is to continue. Positive phrases have a significant impact too. Words of encouragement to someone going through a hard time can boost a person’s mood and empower them, which they may feel like passing on to other students. Zoe hays / The Bruin PAgE 4
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“It is amazing that the people who gave these impacting words are people that didn’t even know them,” said Crandall. “Sometimes the positive words are the most powerful. Saying ‘hi’ to someone you don’t know can also be a positive thing.” Principal Kris Olsen said, “As a father, I know my words have profound impact on my daughters. I know my words matter. Positive words make you feel really good, while negative words make you feel really bad.” Nonetheless, high school students still struggle with understanding the impact the word ‘retard’ holds when they carelessly use it incorrectly. It is a term for intellectual disability, but people casually use it to insult other people and objects. ‘Retard’ is never used in a positive way. Lifeskills teacher Charlotte Smail said, “The Lifeskills students understand more than people think they do. The students know what it means, and know it’s harmful.” In the Lifeskills classroom, students are taught about their disability and what people might say. “They are unlikely to confront the speaker,” said Smail. “People may think it doesn’t affect them, but their face doesn’t always reflect how they feel.” Though offensive language still exists, MHS is generally encouraging and positive toward the Lifeskills students. “We have really good students who want to be peer tutors and help,” said Crandall. “Many students try to reach out and interact to learn about the Lifeskills students,” said Smail. Most of the time when the word ‘retard’ is used, it is because the students may be ignorant of the word and its impact. Continued education will hopefully seal the remaining divides between the students. Remember, you wouldn’t replace the word ‘retard’ with other highly offensive terms, so think before you speak. Words have an effect on people no matter where you go; the effect is not limited to school. Whether it is how you speak to your siblings, strangers on the street, or your teachers, your words will affect their actions and views of you. Olsen said, “Words stick with you. We have to be careful about the words we choose.”
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The Velvet Monkey Tea Bar
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On The Menu: Appetizers, Insalata (salad), cold Sandwiches, Hot Sandwiches and Pizza
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Glacial erratic Rock check out this prehistoric rock that was carried to the Willamette Valley on an iceburg 13,000 to 15,000 years ago. It’s the largest glacial erratic rock in the area!
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Address: 1310 NE Baker Street McMinnville, OR 97128 Phone: (503) 435-2078 On The Menu: Drinks, Desserts, Ribs, Brisket, Chicken, Sides, Sandwiches, Burgers Burritos, Brats, Baked Potatoes and Salads BRuIN MAgAzINE
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SPORTS
STANDOUTATHLETES SPRING EDITION
Will Worth Boys Tennis
“I want to make it to state and really excel there. I personally think that Adam Kiff and I have what it takes to go really far. As long as we stay focused on the ultimate goal. My favorite memory was hanging out with all the guys on the team.”
Caitlyn Baker Girls Tennis
“Last season was very fun and exciting. Districts had to be my favorite part because everyone gave it their all and we came together and supported each other; kind of like a big family. My goal is to beat the girl that beat me in Districts.”
Kane Kennedy & Haley Pattishal Track & Field
“I’m looking forward to being a part of the one of the best 4x100 in the state and possibly school history. My favorite memory was Twilight Relays when I came from behind and won the 4x400 relay.” PAGE 6
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“I’m looking forward to a great season and bonding with my team. My favorite memory from last season was taking ice baths after practice.”
EVENTS
UPCOMING
Baseball
Softball
Date: March 21st Opponent: Westview Place: Westview High School Time: 4:30p.m.
Date: March 21st Opponent: @ Lakeridge Place: Lakeridge High School Time: 6:30p.m.
Track & Field Date: March 21 Opponent: TBA Place: Wortman Staduim Time: 2p.m.
Boys Golf Date: April 1 Opponent: @ Pacific Conference Place: Chehalem Glenn Time: 1:40p.m.
Girls Golf Date: April 2 Opponent: @ Pacific Conference Place: Chehalem Glenn Time: 1:40p.m.
Boys Tennis
Girls Tennis
Date: March 21 Opponent: @ Hillsboro Place: Hillsboro High School Time: 4p.m.
Date: March 21 Opponent: Hillsboro Place: MHS Tennis Courts Time: 4p.m.
Hunter Hoyt Boys Golf
“I just hope we don’t come in last place because last year we had a bunch of seniors and this year we only have three. My favorite memory, by far, were the bus rides.”
Emily Cutler Girls Golf
“I want to try and make it to the state tournament. We have a great group of young girls which is good for the future of our program. My favorite memory is singing “love on top” on the bus with my team.”
Lane Pendleton & Gage Gubrud Softball & Baseball
“I’m looking forward to league this year because I think we have a chance to do well. As a senior it’s nice to be able to face those opponents again because I think we can beat them this time. My favorite memory was beating undefeated Glencoe 2-1.”
“I’m looking forward to league and seing how well we do as a team. My favorite memory from last year was pitching a no hitter against Hillhi.” all photos by hayden allen / The Bruin BRUIN MAGAZINE
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A&E
HOT SPOTS TO EAT Top 5 Teen-Friendly Places to eat for Lunch #2
PiCK
This “hole in the wall” hotspot has become something very popular amongst students for a cheap, filling lunch.
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Beef Tripe Burrito accompanied by a refreshing bottle of Mango Juaritos.
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Old Sears Parking Lot, acrossed from Bakers Field.
harvest Fresh This health friendly food market has been
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A bagel w/ herb spread and a bottle of Hubert’s Mango Lemonade.
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A hometown highlight, Sandwich Express is a place that’ll guarentee to leave you pleased and wanting more. Its the tastiest in town.
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Turkey Pesto 6 Inch Sandwich w/ Beer Battered Fried and a cherry coke
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Oregon Burrito: the burrito family royalty is still on top. Try it deep-fried for a radical experience!
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Stampede Barbecue This newly welcomed business has caught the attention of local students. A nice hearty meal for the average persons budget
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SPORTS
Gabrielson BRINGS HIS
‘a’ GA ME
Linfield standout Wes Gabrielson brings his talent to the boys’ tennis team for his fourth year as coach by BRUIN STAFF Wes Gabrielson fell in love with tennis when he was just five years old. He was 15 when he started playing competitively and decided this would be his chosen sport. He played all four years at Sprague High and after honing in his skills he attended Linfield College to join the tennis team under coach Carl Swanson. After graduating Gabrielson coached as an assistant for Linfield in 2008 before taking the head tennis coach at MHS in 2009. “I love the sport and working with the kids and seeing them progess over the four years,” said Gabrielson. He coached this year’s seniors when they were freshman. Senior stand out Will Worth has been a varsity player all four year and he is the #1 doubles player the past two years. For him, Gabrielson has been a role model, “Mr. Gabrielson is probably one of the best players in the Pacific Nortwest in his age groups and he is the one most inspirational and motivational coached I have ever had. I feel honored to have been coached by him for four years,”said Worth. Now, after four years coaching Gabrielson is confident that this year the team can finish with a solid record much like his old Linfield team. The current record for the team is 2- 1 with the loss being a close one to Newberg. “We get to play every team twice though so I’m confident that we’ll beat them next time,” said Gabrielson. “Tualatin will be a tough win as well.” The team’s standouts this year include Nathan Johnson who is the #1 in singles and Adam Kiff and Will Worth who are the #1 in doubles. This year’s team looks to take the District title and take a good number of athletes to the state competition. Gabrielson played tennis at Linfield for four year and then became the assistant coach in 2008. He has coached the MHS boys’ tennis team since 2009.
WILDCAT STATS Overall Linfield Record: 73-31 Linfield Team Record (while Gabrielson attended): 53-19
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SCOREBOARD BOYS BASKETBALL
WRESTLING OSAA STATE RESULTS AT Memorial Coliseum Feb. 23 Jered Sublet: State Champion [132]; Tiger Paasch State Champion [170], JT Barnes, 2nd [152], Bryce Branson, 5th [120]. The Grizzly team placed fifth overall with 87 points. David Douglas finished first with 146 points followed by Oregon City [126], Roseburg [120], and Hillsboro [117.5]. State participants include: Aspen Nelsen [106], Sol Souza [120], Manny Humlie [126], Bobby Crowston [138] and Chris Cerda [195]. Season Team Record: 17-3 Head Coach: Shawn Keinonen
Season Stats Egli 33-14 6-3 15 6 24 Israel 25-12 14-8 11 9 27 N. Autencio 150-54 31-20 39 23 51 T. Autencio 5-1 8-7 11 3 3 Gubrud 314-135 105-84 103 31 92 Anderson 76-36 29-16 24 18 37 Vicknair 186-96 109-75 19 27 150 Boumann 6-4 2-0 1 1 4 Coste 7-2 0-0 0 1 7 Spence 18-3 6-4 3 6 2 Parker 116-67 66-45 10 34 104 Payne 7-2 2-2 4 4 2 Brooker 6-2 6-2 0 1 3 Long 97-36 13-2 4 11 66 [Figures after each player’s last name denote field goal attempts, field goals, free throw attempts, free throws made, total points, assists, steals, rebounds.] Season Record: 13-11 Head Coach: Willie Graham Assistant Coach: Ryan McIrvin
SPRING SPORTS
SWIMMING State Participants OSAA Swimming Meet State Boys Swimming Participants: District Champs Grahm Shaw -- 50 Free, 22.79s, 10th Place Tristan Versteeg -- 100 Backstroke, 52.38s, 7th Place, 100 Fly, 50.89s, 5th Place Owen Bainkerd – 50 Free, 22.9s (School Record) Jacob Porter -- 200 Free, 1:43.48, 4th Place 100 Fly, 51.09, 5th Place State Girls Swimming Participants: Ericka Sato, Molly Hartzel, Carli Topping, Rebekah Wood-- 200 Free Relay, 1:44.66, 9th place Ericka Sato, Molly Hartzel, Carli Topping, Rebekah Wood-- 400 Free Relay, 3:49
GIRLS BASKETBALL Season Stats G. McMillan 232, 52, 55, 7 A. McMillan 181, 23, 46, 31 Long 142, 43, 50, 4 Mohler 115, 8, 26, 4 Bliven 115, 16, 32, 2 Peterson 105, 14, 29, 16 Olsen 101, 31, 31, 5 Gubrud 60, 29, 18, 4 Logsdon 41, 9, 6, 14 Morton 41, 8, 7, 9 Lundmark 17, 1, 3, 0 Bellville 4, 1, 2, 0 (Figures after each player’s last name denote total points, total assists, total steals, and total blocks. Note: These statistics do not include the girl’s last game against West Salem.) Team Season Record 13-12 Head Coach: Sean Coste Assistant Coaches: Adam Howard, Mike Gower
March -April Spring Schedule Track March 11 @ Newberg High School 7pm. [Newberg Mile] March 21 Grizzly Bear Open @ Home 2p.m. April 3 vs. Newberg @ Home 4p.m. April 10 @ Forest Grove 3:45p.m. April 12 @ Westview High School 4p.m. April 17 Tigard High School 3:45p.m. April 19 Oregon Relays @ University of Oregon 2p.m.
SPRING SPORTS Softball
Date Opponent Place Time March 12 @Oregon City OCHS 5:00PM March 14 @Rex Putnam RPHS 5:00PM March 18 Jesuit MHS 5:00PM March 19 @Sandy SHS 5:00PM March 21 @Lakeridge LHS 6:30PM March 25 Rex Putnam(Tourn) RPHS TBA March 26 Rex Putnam(Tourn) RPHS TBA April 2 Aloha MHS 5:00PM April 4 Canby MHS 5:00PM April 8 @Tigard THS 5:00PM April 10 Newberg MHS 5:00PM Baseball Date March 12 March 13 March 15 March 19 March 20 March 21 March 25 March 26 March 27 April 2 April 3 April 5 April 8 April 10 April 11 April 16 April 17 April 19 April 23 April 24 April 26
Boys Tennis
Boys Golf Date Opponent Place Time March 18 @Pacific Con Tualatin 10:00AM April 1 @Pacific Con Chahalem 1:40PM April 2 @Canby Willamette TBA April 8 @Pacific Con Pumk.Ridge 11:00AM April 15 @Pacific Con Meriwether TBA April 22 Pacific Con Michelbook 12:00PM April 23 @South Albany Sping Hill 12:00PM April 26 TBA (Invite) Michelbook 12:00PM April 29 @Pacific Con Forest Hills 12:00PM Girls Golf Date March 12 April 2 April 9 April 15 April 23 April 30
Opponent @Pacific Con @Pacific Con @Pacific Con @Pacific Con @Pacific Con @Pacific Con
Place Time Tualatin 10:00AM Chehalem 1:40PM Pump.Ridge 11:00AM Tualatin 10:40AM Meriwether TBA Quail Valley 12:00PM
Opponent Place Time @Central Cathloic CCHS 4:00PM Liberty PMS 4:30PM @Rosburg RHS 4:30PM @Wilsonville WHS 4:30PM North Eugene PMS 5:00PM @Westview WHS 4:30PM @Tigard (Tourn) THS 9:00AM @Tigard (Tourn) THS 9:00AM @Tigard (Tourn) THS 11:15AM @Newberg NHS 5:00PM Newberg PMS 4:30PM Forest Grove PMS 4:30PM @Forest Grove FGHS 5:00PM @Tigard THS 5:00PM Tigard PMS 4:30PM @Hillsboro HHS 5:00PM Hillsboro PMS 4:30PM @Hillsboro HHS 5:00PM Glencoe PMS 4:30PM @Glencoe GHS 5:00PM Glencoe PMS 4:30PM
Date March 12 March 14 March 19 March 21 April 02 April 04 April 06 April 09 April 11 April 16 April 18 April 23 April 25 April 29
Opponent Newberg @Forest Grove Tigard @Hillsboro @Tualatin Glencoe Newberg @Century @Newberg Forest Grove @Tigard Hillsboro Tualatin @Glencoe
Place MHS FGHS MHS HHS THS MHS MHS CHS NHS MHS THS MHS MHS GHS
Time 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM
Girls Tennis Date March 12 March 14 March 19 March 21 April 02 April 04 April 09 April 11 April 16 April 18 April 23 April 25 April 29
Opponent @Newberg Forest Grove @Tigard Hillsboro Tualatin @Glencoe Century Newberg @Forest Grove Tigard @Hillsboro @Tualatin Glencoe
Place NHS MHS THS MHS MHS GHS MHS MHS FGHS MHS HHS THS GHS
Time 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM 4:00PM
marissa dyck / The Bruin Senior Tiger Paasch placed first at the OSAA State Meet in the 170 weight class.
Grapplers Make School History
Wrestling State Champions: Seniors Jared Sublet and Tiger Paasch claimed state championships at the OSAA 6A State Wrestling Championships Feb. 23 at the Memorial Coliseum. Sublet was the champion at 132 pounds and Passch at 170 pounds. This is the first time since 1987 that MHS has had an individual state champion. In addition, junior JT Barnes placed second in the 152 weight class and Bryce Branson placed fifth in the 120 weight class. State Participants: A total of nine wrestlers represented MHS at the state competition. The Grizzly team placed fifth overall with 87 points. David Douglas finished first with 146 points followed by Oregon City [126], Roseburg [120], and Hillsboro [117.5]. Other state participants include: Aspen Nelsen [ 06], Sol Souza [120], Manny Humlie [126], Bobby Crowston [138] and Chris Cerda [195]. The Coach: Head wrestling coach Shawn Keinonen said, “This year has been a lot of fun. The wrestling team worked extremely hard going 17-3 overall in dual meets. With a highlight victory over Newberg (first in 30+ years) and 9-0 league dual meet record ( Region Champions). Jered and Tiger winning MHS first state wrestling titles since 1987 and becoming the third and fourth athletes in school history to do so.” Keinonen, selected as co-coach of the year for Special District III, praised his wrestlers, “This was a fitting end to these two HS careers as they have both spent countless hours in pursuit of becoming champions. JT Barnes just missed out on a title but put togethter a fantastic year in placing second and finishing the year around 42-4. Same can be said of Bryce he was right there and did a great job of placing for our team helping us to an overall fifth place finish,” said Keinonen. BRUIN MAGAZINE
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FEATURE OF THE ISSUE
BATTLE. IT. OUT. All photos by Isaiah Case/ The Bruin
Penn Sumner and Jack Anderson showed off their musical talents on the Macstock Stage during the Battle of the Bands competition. The musicians were joined by other local talent to showcase Mac High performances.
by BEN Schieber This year’s Battle of the Bands presented a broad array of musical styles, performers, instrumentation and volumes. Organized by Macstock Productions, with assistance and P.R. by our very own A.S.B., the competition pitted seven bands against one another in a musical competition that shocked, gladdened, inspired, and entertained. First in the lineup was a band by the name of Murder Creek. The group is composed of seniors Alison and Lauren Ulbricht as well as Noah Shumway and Brian Farris, who do not attend Mac High. Murder Creek played three songs: Lost in My Mind by The Head and The Heart, I’ve Just Seen a Face by the Beatles, and L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N. by Noah and the Whale. The group stood and sang from the front of the cluttered, greenly-lit stage, and their clear vocals rose above their competent, if uninspired instrumentation. The band’s real strength lay in the heart-wrenchingly beautiful harmonies and excellent vocal blending. Murder Creek’s rendition of Lost in My Mind was one of the best pieces performed the whole night. For an astounding change of pace, the Christian hard rock band Bless and Defy took to the stage with a raucous and thoroughly enjoyable sound. The four musicians: Ethan Simpson, Jacob Baltzell, Kelsey Bleck, and Lukas Simpson presented a rather loud set which included their original songs: Wrath, Cast Me Down, and Shadows. The aggressive tone of the Simpsons’ and Baltzell’s singing paired with the blasting guitars made for an unexpected but captivating vessel for the Christian themed lyrics. The next band, in many ways, defies description. Bios, as they were called, played their original songs entitled: Er.Rar.War.Com.net.cyian.jpg.mpg.png.ogg, PAGE 12 MARCH 22, 2013
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waste to the audience’s eardrums with remarkable Back’n Cakes, and Jump with the Shi. Each was full of vocals, displaying impressive control and range. loud unintelligible lyrics. The fast pace and bizarre The screamo group was very committed to their stage presence gave the set a lively, but extremely style of choice; exhibiting the standard rapid head confusing atmosphere. From the trunked and dreadmovements and thrashing of both limbs and instrulocked box beater, to the simple fact that they deemed ments. Their original pieces were titled Mackenzie it necessary to cook a hamburger onstage, the nasty Terry, Gunpowder, Maroon Tooth, and 96 bpm, and hip hop beats were over-shadowed by the bewildering were dominated by raging singing and a robust pulse. antics of the performers. The performance was highlighted by Peterson’s Band members Ryan Peterson, Jacob Baltzell, trumpet and piano playing, and Baltzell’s singing, they Erik Meyers and Jeffery Leach cavorted about the left several members of the audience feeling strangely stage with a slightly unnerving fervor. Despite all that tingly. it must also be said that the cleverest line in the event belonged to Bios: “Went down to the Bakery, Where all the smells were savory” Next in line was The Oreos. Largely a family affair, the band was composed of Shali, Leah, and Isaiah Rake as well as Manny Humlie, Kelsey Bleck and Shasta Ehrhart. Easily the band with the most crowd support, The Oreos filled up the stage with their variety of instruments. They played only two songs, Diamonds by Rihanna, and Locked out of Heaven by Bruno Mars. Supported by excellent bass and drums, and brightened by vocals, guitar and piano, the audience was treated to a warm, full sound. Cool As A Double Freaking Rainbow was the next to hit the stage, and they did so with startling force. Eric Myers, JefKelsey Black plays the drums in the Battle of the Bands Competition. fery Leach, Jeremy Leach, Ryan Black was a part of three different bands. Peterson, and Jacob Baltzell laid
Despite the shameless plug to visit their Facebook page, Cool As A Double Freaking Rainbow offered a very entertaining set. When The Big Friendly Giants began to play, the appreciative cheers that had accompanied Jack Anderson, Penn Sumner, Katie Pardee, Manny Humlie and Kelsey Bleck’s arrival on stage quickly faded in appreciation of the refreshing acoustic style. The music was led by a broad string sound, and punctuated by harmonica and Sumner, Anderson and Pardee’s ringing harmonies. The upright base and soft drums provided a foundation for story-telling lyrics and the friendly tones of banjo and mandolin. They played a wonderful rendition of The Prettiest Thing by David Childers and followed it with a more fully instrumented and more masculine take on Lost in my Mind, the piece played earlier by Murders Creek. The final band was called Ill-Tre, a combination of the first names of each the performers: Trinedad
Ovalle and Ileana Harnett. After a curiously misplaced and not altogether well received religious message, the duo began to play. Ovalle’s passionate performance dwarfed the back tracks and Harnett’s singing. However, the two performers complimented each other well and finished out the evening on a high note, performing their original songs Burnin’ Belief and He Runs it All. After a novelty performance by the remnants of last year’s winner The Side Project, and a couple of percussion battles, the finalists were announced. They are as follows in order of their appearance; Murders Creek, Bless and Defy and Big Friendly Giants. The bands will play and compete at an assembly in the spring and the winner of that assembly, as chosen by the student body, will win a monetary prize as well as the opportunity to play at the end-ofthe-year concert; Macstock 2013, which will also be presented by Macstock Productions.
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Top: Noah Shumway, Allyson Ulbricht, Brian Farris, and Lauren Ulbricht. Middle Left: The band ‘Bios’ cooks a hamburger on stage. Middle Right: Seniors Jack Anderson (left) and Penn Sumner (right) perform. Bottom Left: Sisters Leah and Isaiah Rake from the band ‘The Oreos’. Bottom Right: The band ‘Cool as a Double Freaking Rainbow’ performs.
BRUIN MAGAZINE
MARCH 22, 2013
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OPINIONS
Zoe hays / The Bruin
Each issue the The Bruin Editorial Board meets to discuss the topics of the school and give their opinion.The board consists of grace McMillan [Editor] Audrey McMillan [Opinion Editor], Hannah Lundeen [News Editor] Olivia Bowland [News Editor] and Emily Neel [Online Editor]
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MORP A HIT
Morp, prom’s trashy, cheap and more fun evil twin, was a huge success. championed by both seniors D.J. kurtis cooper and D.J. Jonah Smith the night went over without anyone acting sane. crazy costumes reigned supreme while near universal participation made for a vibrant, crazy night.
B C Why We need Anonymous D F
NERD HERD PLACES SIXTH Despite early competition difficulties The Nerd Herd Robot Team performed well in the Portland Autodesk Regional. At one point the frisbee throwing and pyramid climbing robot was ranked sixth out of more than 50 competitors.
BATTLE OF BANDS MIXED BAG
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The annual Battle of Bands is a popular event, but this year left us wondering about some of the performances. Some bands did not take the event seriously and were unprofessional. The transitions between bands was LONg and the audio wasn’t working. We even had one band cook hamburgers on stage. Hmmm.
PING PONG IRRITATING
“hacktivisits” needed to Right injustices When Government Fails If you haven’t heard of Anonymous in the news, we’ll catch you up. Anonymous is an organized group of activists who call themselves “hacktivists,” and can be compared to WikiLeaks. They oppose and expose government corruption, Internet censorship, corporation misconduct, homophobia, and other Jack Anderson & injustices through the hacking of computer systems, Vincent Rolleri even the Government’s. Members of Anonymous wear the Guy Fawkes mask, which can be seen in the film V for Vendetta. While we do not condone the illegal hacking
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activity Anonymous carries out, we believe that the public should be aware and have access to every document and secret the government attempts to conceal. When the authorities fail to pursue and accomplish justice and human rights are being violated, we need groups like Anonymous to keep things in order. This was evident in August, 2012 in Steubenville, Ohio, where a group of high schools gang raped an unconscious 16-year-old girl at a party and received protection because of their athletic ability and small-town reputation. Injustice is injustice, and sometimes it takes lesser wrong to expose a more substantial wickedness.
Ping pong tables clog up the lower commons and spill over into First Hall and the entrance to the Student center. Lunch becomes hazardous when paired with flying plastic balls, and constantly retrieving the ping pong balls is an irritant for those who frequent the tables outside the Action corner. What is fun for some is annoying for many.
YOGA PANTS DAY ODD Yoga Day? Really? We are all for the dress up days, but this was a miss. We think “Yoda” Day would have been a better choice. Better to have Star Wars fans break out the gear instead of the tight pants of both girls AND guys.
The Story Behind ‘The Power of Words’ Article by Hannah Lundeen Some readers may questions why The Bruin choose to do a cover illustration that contains words that are utterly offensive. The editorial choice to actually write those awful words on the cover illustration was not taken lightly by the editorial board. At first, we wanted to avoid them, water them down. We took a second look and changed our minds after speaking seeking input from school groups and principal Kris Olsen. The point of the article is to say loud at clear that these words are offensive and we don’t want them uttered any longer in our hallways. The words we use as humans can have a direct effect on Hannah Lundeen the day or life we News Editior have, and students should be aware of the words they say and the effect they have on their peers. The process began with meeting with the R-word club president Caitlynn Cantrell and Olsen. The editors went back and forth on whether the Bruin should print the R-word and other controversial names in the story. Both Cantrell and Olsen were assured that by using those controversial words, we are not sugar-coating the topic, but are facing it head on. Let’s face it, we all hear these words everyday in the halls of this school and most student do nothing to stop it. Words, whether positive or negative, directly affect our outlook on life and the way we go about our lives. It’s time to stop saying them and also to say something when we hear these insulting words. Don’t walk away and pretend you did not hear people say these offensive words. Stand up for the person who is being bullied and stop allowing our school to be filled with ugliness.
What Are Your
SPRING BREAK Plans?
I love going to Arizona for spring break because it’s a totally different atmosphere. I also like coming back with an awesome tan.
Try to get a girlfriend. Preferrably Audrey McMillan. –Colton Heidt, Sophomore
–Amanda Ricker, Sophomore
I’m totally booked; tanning and lunch date with Donald Trump and Josh Kloss and a leisurely
Going to the coast of South Africa to hunt for lions.
hike up Mt. Everest.
-Kurtis Cooper, Senior
–Bethany Mohler, Sophomore audrey mcmillan/ The Bruin
KUDOS
ku·dos (kdz, -ds, -ds, ky-) n. Acclaim or praise for exceptional achievement.
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We want to celebrate the achievements of our school. We forget that so many good things happen here. So, to those out there making things happen, KUDOS!
Emily Duerfelt, academic adviser, has been supervising athletic events for several years and with her leadership MHS has received several sportsmanship awards. Emily also arranges for the performers for the National Anthem. Your dedication to quality sporting events does not go unnoticed. Thank You. Senior Eliza Hallet received the Daughters of the American Revolution [DAR] scholarship. Hallet then advanced to the Regional Competition. Bravo. Senior Jack McKeegan has been accepted into the University of Notre Dame. Odds of making it? Only 13 percent of students from the West Coast make it. Jack is also a 4.0 student MHS. Congrats. Superintendent Maryalice Russell was selected to be the Oregon Superintendent of the Year and was one of four national finalists. Well done.
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SPeAKinG “Words stick with you. We have to be careful about the words we choose. ”
-Principal kris Olsen Zoe hays / The Bruin