The Viewpoint May/June 2019 Senior Issue

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As our time with The Viewpoint comes to an end, we wish to give thanks to the fantastic people who Senior columns Advertisement contribute to making this publication. Without them, Mountain View would have no magazine, and we are Advertisement Index so grateful for all of them.

Matthew, You are one of the most hardworking J1s Senior advertisement Briefs on staff, and you do your best on all of your pages.

Senior advertisement Con-GRAD-ulations Thank you for bringing a wide variety of topics to the publication especially with your sports and destinaSenior advertisement Orchestra tion pages.

Lexi J, having you on staff was a blast! No one Senior advertisement Band would be able to tell that it was your first year on staff unless you told them because you have done an Spring sports recap Theatre and chorus amazing job with writing, designing, getting ads, and Spring sports recap everything in between.

Art Tori, you came in as a J1 with fresh ideas and a lot Behind the scenes Senior columns of ambition. We loved your horoscope page idea, and we appreciate you bringing something to the table Behind the scenes Senior columns that had never been done before!

Aisha, thank you for always relating your topics The next level Senior columns back to our main audience of students. You did so well considering it was your first year on staff, and The next level Senior columns we especially loved your pages that compared and A lookback on seniors Summer do’s and don’ts contrasted two topics.

Jules, your abilities with InDesign and Photoshop Class of 19 in 19 words Advertisement are phenomenal. We were always wowed by your use of pictures and especially cutouts. They always The Viewpoint staff Where are the seniors... blended flawlessly into your designs!

Lexi S, with four years of journalism under your belt, you should have nothing to worry about for college. We’re in love with all of your designs, and you always bring something new to the table whether it’s for designs or writing.

Gia, you’re so outgoing and friendly, and you always brighten up everyone’s day. Sports pages and being our photography editor was no challenge for you. JMU is lucky to have you!

Brody, your skills with Photoshop are amazing. When you focus on topics that you love and really dedicate yourself, you end up producing amazing pages!

Damien, we love your pages targeting our male audience, and you have really come onto your own these past four years especially with bringing your humorous personality into your writing. You always know how to make people laugh.

Sophie, being on staff with you has been incredible. You always choose the best topics that aren’t just about school, but they’re about real-world issues that everyone should be aware of, and that’s truly what the purpose of journalism is.

Dan, thank you for everything you do to make sure this publication runs smoothly! We know how much time and effort you spend making sure that articles are edited, along with designing your own pages, and we appreciate you so much for it.

Jojo, you have grown into such an amazing designer. We could always rely on you to have a fun, new use of color on your page that brightened up the entire magazine. Thank you for being you!

Caroline, your designs, along with your writing, are phenomenal, and you always think of the little details that anyone else would overlook. We don’t know how you manage to come up with something new and fresh every issue, but keep it up!

Selena, we honestly don’t know where the briefs page would be without you. You’ve turned it into something so creative, and you’ve exceeded all of our expectations. You multitask so well with making sure that both briefs and your page is the best it can be.

Bella, we’ve missed you so much this year! We know you still tried your best to help out though, and I love you for it. You were dedicated to the publication without even being in the class, and that’s the definition of commitment.

And last but not least, Ms. Strahl. This publication would be nonexistent without you. We all owe you so much for always going above and beyond to make sure that The Viewpoint is all that it can be. We’re going to miss you dearly, so expect lots of visits!

Love, Ruby Jackson and Chloe Reid P.S. We know you all will do amazing next year whether you’re on staff or onto the next chapter of your life. Make us proud!

The Viewpoint MAY| JUNE2019 VOLUME XIII ISSUE IV Managing Editors Ruby Jackson Chloe Reid Extra Editor Lexi Strawder Social Media Editor Sophie Perez Copy Editor Danielle Piper Bella Roeske Photography Editor Gia Morreale Briefs Editor Selena Obregon Adviser Trisha Orndorff The Viewpoint is a cross-section of the news and opinions of the student body of Mountain View High School. It is a forum of expression published

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Staff Writers Brody Albertson, Javonna Brigham, Matthew D’Lugos, Emilee Holmquist, Lexi Jackson, Caroline Pollock, Victoria Rogers, Aisha Santiago-Burgos, Adam Skoloda, Jules Torrice, Damien Veal

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Mountain View Wild Acts kicked off the start of spring with their spring musical, Mamma Mia. This was the last production of the year. There were five total performances over the course of two weeks along with performing for Riverside judges, where they placed in many categories. The cast and crew were preparing diligently for about four months, starting in January.

Kai Hughes, sophomore, said, “We played a lot of card games when we had downtime, and the memory of playing those and making new friends is very prominent, along with running over the moves we had to make and ways to remember them.”

Along with the cast and crew of students, many teachers including theatre teacher Tom Clark, business teacher Chevonda Clark, theatre and media production teacher Eric Hokanson, and chorus teacher Bonita Keene, and math teacher Larry Crosswell worked incredibly hard to pull Mamma Mia together.

Junior Mo Oberle said, “I mainly just wanted to have fun. I didn’t really think about it [the part] when I auditioned.”

Mountain View is very eager to see what the Wild Acts have planned for the upcoming year.

On Top of the Ball

By Javonna Brigham

Aisha Santiago Burgos

Come out with friends and family and come enjoy the Great American Backyard Campout June 21- 22 at Dixon Park in Fredericksburg.

Enjoy an evening of games, campfire, s’mores, and activities at the pool. Patrons will have the opportunity to camp at Dixon Park and enjoy dinner and breakfast poolside.

If not a patron, you’ll have the opportunity to set up your tent outside the pool area. But don’t miss out on swimming and playing games into the night and early morning.

You can check in by 6:00 p.m. Friday and check out by 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning. It’s $10 per person but children under 3 go in for free. Children 17 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-registration is required to attend this event. The Great American Backyard Campout is co-hosted by Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events and the Fredericksburg Police Department.

For more information you can call 540-372-1086.

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Getting to be one of the top in your graduating class is a tough challenge. High school is full of hard work, and is known as some of the best years of your life.

Senior Emilee Holmquist made high school as memorable as possible. “I have tried to be as active as possible throughout high school because I didn’t want to miss out on anything. I tried to get involved in a variety of activities to get the most out of my time at Mountain View,” she said.

Some of the things Holmquist has done during her time here include: National Honor Society Secretary, Senior Class Treasurer, Spanish and Math Honor societies, and so much more.

“Being a student at Mountain View inspired me to get involved; it’s hard not to when you’re surrounded by so many people that are passionate about what they do. So that’s why I chose to do so many different things: because it was hard not to.”

Holmquist will attend the University of Virginia in the fall, has plans on majoring in Computer Science, and minoring in Spanish.

Learning how to manage time is a struggle many high school students face, but Holmquist says being a full IB student has taught her to balance her rigorous amounts of work along with her many activities: “Some advice for students: Don’t hold back. If you are considering joining a club or sport, just do it. I know that my time at Mountain View will be invaluable to me, as I have learned how to manage so many different things and I have been able to get involved in anything I am passionate about.”

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igh school is a roller coaster and keeping school a foremost concern is a struggle that everyone experiences.

No one comes into high school expecting to be valedictorian. Out of the hundreds of people in one class, it seems impossible.

Senior Alexandra Steska didn’t intend to become valedictorian. She just wanted to do the best in school. Originally, she didn’t want to be valedictorian because she’s not the best at public speaking, but now she’s grateful to be where she is. To be at the top of the class takes a lot of hard work and dedication.

Steska said, “Studying is important, but understanding the material first is even more important. Organization is also going to help a lot to stay on top of everything.”

Slacking off is something that students cannot do if they expect to be the best. Many hours of homework and studying are what they’re sacrificing by doing this. Studying is not the only thing that helps with success. No matter what, having someone there helps as well.

Having the support and love of family while in school is essential in making kids feel motivated and driven. Steska said, “My family has helped me by always being there for me and always encouraging me to do my best. I couldn’t have done it without them.”

Additionally, having supportive friends in school and out of school is a big help. Steska said, “All of my really close friends have been super supportive. I’m always able to go to each and every one of them whenever I’m stressed or when I just need to get my mind off of something.

We also hype each other up and I’m just so grateful for the support they’ve given me these past few years. My friends Angela, Ashley, Rachel, Audrey, Nyah, Selena, Kim, and Harshal have all been by my side through everything.”

Steska’s friend Harshal Patel, senior, said, “She’s caring and always considerate...of other people’s feelings. She’s always there for you even if it’s

just to listen and be there for support. She’s naturally a smart and kind person.” Patal continued, “I hope she achieves her goals. She has been extremely passionate about science, and her dedication will take her far.

She has a very bright future.”

In addition to family and friends being supportive, teachers can inspire students to do better. Steska said, “I’ve always been inspired by Mrs. Gallagher who I’ve had for both IB biology and anatomy. She’s such a wonderful teacher, and she’s a large reason why I fell in love with biology as a subject, and I’ve really looked up to her these past two years.”

Teachers, especially if a student has one multiple times over their high school career, can have a huge influence on students and their goals in life.

Margaret Gallagher, science teacher, said, “She, along with a couple others, have always been the top of the IB bio course. She works incredibly hard. She’s incredibly focused. The amount of time that she puts into, not memorizing the material, but making the connections between what is happening is what has made her so successful. A lot of people want to approach biology and the sciences as memorizing facts, and that’s the base, you have to start there,but she has the ability to put the connections, the why behind it, and that will make her very successful.”

Furthermore, Steska got accepted into the University of Virginia (UVA) as well as William and Mary. She decided on UVA and said, “I’ve always wanted to go to UVA, and I just fell in love when I visited. I’m also a huge fan of their emphasis on nurturing their students’ love of learning.”

She plans to major in biology on the pre-med track as well as minor in French. Steska has worked hard her entire high school career, and she deserves to the spot of valedictorian. After high school, Steska will continue to study and stay focused in college as well. She leaves with parting words and her valedictorian speech at graduation.

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Caleb Ricciardi Mendez (left) plays the saxophone in Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. He competed at All County Band his senior year and plans on attending Regent University.

Joseph Montgomery (middle) plays the French horn in Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. He competed at All District Band and All County Band his senior year. He plans on attending Wingate University.

Jorge Vargas (right) plays the saxophone in Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. He will be attending the University of Mary Washington.

Orchestra

Congrats to our graduating musicians

by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper | Photos by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper

Faith Gelinas (right) played cello in Chamber Sinfonia. She plans on attending Ger manna and becoming an EMT.

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Selena Obregon (right) played violin in Chamber Sinfonia. She will be attending Virginia Commonwealth University. Ayanna Aulston (left) played viola in Concert Orchestra. She will be attending Virginia Wesleyan University. Jazmeen Ortiz (not pictured) played cello in Concert Orchestra.

Teacher’s Corner

Tom McDonald is the orchestra, guitar, and IB music teacher. He also conducts Concert Orchestra and Chamber Sinfonia. There are two concerts a year along with assessment in the spring. For the 2018-2019 school year, Chamber Sinfonia was awarded the highest ranking at assessment with a one and Concert Orchestra was close behind with a two.

Gene Welch is the band teacher. He conducts jazz band, wind ensemble, percussion ensemble, and others. Band went to Philadelphia this year for their spring trip and got an excellent rating. He also conducts Mountain View’s marching band.

Tom Clark teaches drama, advises the improv team, and is Wild Act’s artistic director. This year, he helped produce Wild Act’s 2019 productions “Poe: A Haunted Experience” and “Mamma Mia.” He also helped organize the Nights of Original Theatre which showcase the work of his upper level drama students.

Eric Hokanson teaches technical theatre and media production. He can always be found in the auditorium maintaining the facilities and plays a crucial part in Wild Act’s activities, and directed all technical aspects of “Mamma Mia” (2019) and played in the pit.. He is also the International Thespian Society advisor, and helped organize and performed “One Song Glory” in the Cabaret Night.

Bonita Keene is the chorus teacher. She is in charge of Madrigals, Jazz, and Women’s Chamber Choir. There are two annual concerts conducted

by Keene. She was in charge of vocal work in “Mamma Mia.” Mark Hughes and Kristen Mohan are both visual arts teachers, and Hughes also teaches photojournalism. Their students’ art work is showcased at the gallery at the annual Fine Arts Festival at Brooke Point High School. Hughes organizes a senior art show every March for AP and IB students. Mohan is the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) sponsor. She organizes a few pop-up art shows and aided in costume creation in Wild Act’s “Celia,” along with the assistance of NAHS.

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Congrats to our graduating musicians

by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper | Photos by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper

Kendall Shumate (left) plays the flute in Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band. She is attending Christopher Newport University.

Ashley Campbell (right) plays the clarinet in Wind Ensemble and she plans on attending Virginia Tech.

Sarah Ellixson (left) played bass clarinet in Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra. She plans on attending Germanna Community College and transferring to a four-year university.

Ronnie Gricas and Dustin Pond (not pictured) both played tuba.

Charles Tapp (right) primarily played trombone in Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band. He will be attending Virginia Tech.

Aiyanna Lee (left) plays flute in Wind Ensemble. She is planning on attending the University of Mary Washington.

Kimberly Sharp (middle) plays trombone in Wind Ensemble.

She plans on attending the University of Virginia.

Kate Castillo (right) plays French horn in Wind Ensemble.

She plans on attending Germanna.

Makenna Moore (left) plays the French horn in Wind Ensemble. She plans on attending Virginia Tech.

Johnathan Bingham (middle) plays percussion in Wind Ensemble. He plans on attending Old Dominion University.

Lisa Herdegen (right) plays trumpet in Wind Ensemble. She plans on attending Virginia Tech. feature u may | june 2019 u the viewpoint u 07

Danielle Nogales (left) was in Madrigals Choir and Jazz Choir. She competed at All District Chorus in her freshman and sophomore years. She also performed in all of MV Wild Act’s spring productions since “In the Heights,” 2016. Danielle plans on attending Christopher Newport University.

Alyssa Endrizzi (middle) was in Madrigals Choir and plans to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps after she graduates.

Sarah Reid (right) was in Madrigals, Jazz, and Honors Choir. She competed at All County Chorus and All District Chorus in her junior and senior years, and performed in multiple MV Wild Act’s cabarets. She is also a talented visual artist and had her work showcased at the AP/IB art show. She will attend Brigham Young University.

Theatre &Chorus

Congrats to our graduating performers

by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper | Photos by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper

Angela “Shredder” Schrader (right) has worked tech and filmed all productions since “In the Heights” (2016). She plans on enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps after her hard work in MV’s ROTC program.

Sarah Andrews (not pictured) worked in both of the Wild Act’s fall haunted houses since “The Woman in Black” (2016), and with tech in all spring musicals since “Pippin” (2017). She will attend Longwood University in the fall.

Jianna Rios (left) has also worked in both of the Wild Act’s fall haunted houses since “The Woman in Black” (2016), and with tech in all spring musicals since “Pippin” (2017).

Seyatta Schillace (middle) has performed in all spring productions since “In the Heights” (2016). She will attend George Mason University after graduation.

Renee Kauffman (right) performed with Wild Acts for the first time this year in “Mamma Mia” (2019). She will be attending Christopher Newport University.

Austin Molina (left) also performed with Wild Acts for the first time this year in “Mamma Mia” (2019), and he will also be attending Christopher Newport University.

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Grace Dalton (left) was in Madrigals Choir and competed in All District Chorus her sophomore year. She was president of MV’s troup 7143 of the International Thespian Society and worked in all productions, performing or in tech, since “In the Heights” (2016). She will be travelling a semester with Up with People and then she plans on attending George Mason University.

Jordan Ortiz (right) was in Madrigals Choir. She plans on attending Seton Hall University.

Mackenzie Phillips (right) was in Madrigals Choir. She also performed in all of MV’s spring productions since “In the Heights” (2016). She was president of chorus and secretary for Tri-M Honor Society. She will be attending Randolph Macon College.

Jackson Miles (middle) was in Madrigals Choir and Jazz Choir. He also performed in all of MV Wild Act’s productions since “The Woman in Black” (2016), was co-captain of Sorry in Advance, MV’s improvisational team, and was in the International Thespian Society. He plans on attending Germanna Community College and then transferring to the University of Mary Washington.

Megan Pedigo (left) was in Madrigals Choir and Jazz Choir and is president of A Capella. She was also a Wild Acts member and performed in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” (2017) in addition to all spring productions since “In the Heights” (2016). She will be attending Brunswick Community College.

Wild Act’s Production

Clare Johnson (left) was in AP art and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She will be attending The Catholic University of America.

Sarah Sabal (right) was in both AP and IB art.

Her work was also featured in the AP/IB art show and will be attending the Rochester Institute for Technology.

Spring, 2019 “Mamma Mia”

Fall, 2018

Poe: “A Haunted Experience”

Spring, 2018 “Beauty and the Beast”

Winter, 2017 “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Fall, 2017 “VTA Pippin”

Spring, 2017 “Pippin”

Winter, 2016 “The Secret in the Wings”

Fall, 2016 “The Woman in Black”

Spring, 2016

Ashley Nghiem (left) was in AP art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She will be attending Virginia Commonwealth University.

Audrey Sun (middle) was in AP art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She will be attending Virginia Commonwealth University.

Abigail Wood (right) was in AP art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She will be attending the University of Virginia.

Art

Congrats to our graduating artists

by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper | Photos by Bella Roeske and Danielle Piper

“In the Heights”

Arayanna Baker (left) was in IB art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She hasn’t selected a college yet, but plans to major in studio design.

Carson Cooke (left center) was in IB art, and his work was featured in the AP/IB art show. He will be attending Christopher Newport University.

Gabrielle Cueller (right) was in IB art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show. She will be attending North Greenville University.

Ashley Isaacson (right center) was in IB art, and her work was featured in the AP/IB art show.

She plans on attending Germanna Community College and transferring to Virginia Tech.

Michael Bendele (right) was in the International Thespian Society and performed on stage in all of the fall and winter plays since “The Secret in the Wings” (2016), and has been on Sorry in Advance, MV’s improvisational team, since his sophomore year.

He also worked tech since “Beauty and the Beast” (2018). He hasn’t picked a college yet, but plans on majoring in theatre and education.

Evan Hurt (left) was in Sorry in Advance, MV’s improvisational team, from freshman to senior year, and served as improv co-captain his junior and senior years. He also was in both of the Wild Act’s fall haunted houses. He will be attending Radford University. feature u may | june 2019 u the viewpoint u 09

Senior Columns

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Entering high school was a fresh start for me. In middle school, I was somewhat of a flop. I had no drive and no motivation to do the work that I now know I’m capable of. My reasoning was that middle school report cards don’t get seen by colleges, so I had no reason to actually get good grades or actually show up to school. Looking back, this was extremely negative on my part-- I was that kid.

After middle school, I made it a goal to actually put effort into my work and school. I literally did a 180 and put my life on what I believed, and still believe, to be the right path.

One class that especially helped me to stay on the right path was journalism. Before this class, I hadn’t ever really written for fun, and my first thought was that it would feel like a chore to write. My mindset shortly changed. Not only the teacher (shoutout to Mrs. Orndorff aka Ms. Strahl), but the people and the atmosphere of the class was fun, and it soon became a class that I looked forward to going to. Writing became something that was exciting to do, especially if I was collaborating with another student. This stayed the same for my three years as an editor for The Viewpoint. I learned skills that were not only beneficial for journalism but for my life like how to write decently, how to communicate with people, and how to be the type of leader that people look towards when they need help. I will miss the staff of The Viewpoint dearly, but I’m so excited to see them grow and continue to produce amazing work.

It’s weird to me to look back on the person I used to be in middle school. I never believed that I would get to this point in my life where I was actually proud of the work that I was doing. I never believed that I would actually get into college.

However, I would also like to say that this is a very personal and individual decision. I knew what was right for me. Moral of the story is to do what makes you happy and proud, whether that’s going to college, going into the military, taking the year off, working, or anything else that you guys set your mind to. Being happy is what’s most important, and this might be hard for some people to hear, but some things really don’t matter as much as people think they will. If I could give any advice to my freshman self, it would be to remind me that not every single thing matters (I would also tell myself to not procrastinate but literally everyone who knows me knows that this would be impossible). I wish I had realized earlier to stop worrying so much about the little things, but I don’t want to look back with regrets; I want to move into the next phase of my life happy and proud of the person I’ve become.

To end my somewhat unorganized reflection, I’d like to make a dedication. To my teachers, friends, and family: I wouldn’t be where I am without you, and I owe you all so much-- thank you for all that you’ve done for me.

Do what makes you happy

By Ruby Jackson

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Herff Jones

The one thing everyone tells you before you go to high school is to take it slow because it goes by in the blink of an eye. Man, were they right. While high school did go by very fast, it also feels like forever since the first day I walked through those doors as a little freshman.

From cheering on the sidelines to dancing it up all night at prom and homecoming, these four years have been the most fun years ever.

There are a lot of things I have gained over my four years here as a Wildcat whether it be knowledge (because duh, we are in school), friends, or definitely some crazy and fun memories.

The one huge thing I have learned not only in the past three years, but mostly this year, is patience. I have always struggled with patience growing up because I tend to be a very antsy person and like to know everything as soon as possible. One thing that really humbled me this year was the college application process. I was dead set on JMU. So of course, I applied for early action. With just my luck, I was deferred to the regular decision, and of course… I got waitlisted. I just remember spending my days stressing about where I was going to go and my mom just kept telling me, “Gia, be patient. You’ll get in.” I eventually got accepted, which has to be one of the best feelings ever, but now I am ready to get out of here and start fresh. Before I start to get ahead of myself, I need to stay patient, not rush anything, and go with the flow.

Aside from learning patience, I have also learned that more people change than you think. Over the years, many friends have come and go and quite frankly, I’ve made some of my best friends this year. Some of the people I expected to stay by my side throughout high school and I have definitely gone separate ways, but to be honest, I am not that upset. I am glad to say I have branched out and now have some of the best friends that are always up for an adventure. I know that when I want to go spontaneously go to the movies at 9 pm in the middle of the week, they will always be down.

Now is the time I am supposed to thank all of the people that have affected me throughout the years, and boy am I excited. I first want to say thank you to my parents for supporting me and cheering me on throughout high school. I also would like to thank Mrs. Strahl for being the best journalism teacher and helping me become the writer I am today. I want to give a huge shoutout to all of my Stafford ladies for sticking by my side and making senior year one of the most fun years ever (you all know who you are). Lastly, I want to thank my coworker for giving me the best quote to live by: “It is not a bad day, just a bad moment.”

Even though high school may be over, the memories are not gone. It is time to start the next chapter in my life and I have never been more ready. Harrisonburg… here I come! Rolllllllll Dukes!!

By Selena Obregon

By Gia Morreale

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Herff Jones

Patience is a virtue

High school went by so fast. I’m sitting here trying to recall my favorite heartwarming memories of high school and I’m drawn to a blank, just because so much has happened over these four years.

So instead, I wrote a list of senior wisdom.

1. To all freshies: take the promise that you’d never mutter, “I hate freshmen,” in the halls and throw it out the window. Not to say freshmen deserve it, but it’s almost against human nature to not automatically say it whenever you’re walking in our ungodly crowded stairwells after you become a sophomore.

2. If you happen to follow a beautiful IG model and they happen to have their number in their bio, DON’T FaceTime them out of curiosity during lunch. It will only end in hysterical laughter and tears in the worst way possible.

3. Avatar:The Last Airbender is still an amazing show; change my mind.

4. “And i- oop” jokes will never not be funny.

5. If there’s a higher-level class, solo, or role you want to audition for, do it. I play violin and there are some things I regret not auditioning for, or putting off now that I’m a senior.

6. If you have arachnophobia to the degree I have it, don’t go where oceanography keeps their fish tanks. One moment your friend’s showing you her snail and the next you turn around to a spider-crab in your face and are screaming bloody murder.

7. Hot Take: Crabs are just sea spiders and are almost as unsettling as normal spiders.

8. If you laugh non-stop after falling while going up the stairs, the lunch monitors look less uncomfortable while helping pick up your lunch.

9. Don’t trust people who use emojis unironically. Heart and smile emojis are an exception.

10. Don’t stress it if you aren’t in a relationship. They aren’t as vital to life as you’d think, and there’s no need to rush things.

11. “Endgame” will BREAK you. I cried for hours and had puffy eyes at prom.

12. You’ll make amazing friends at the most unexpected time.

During my first three years of high school, I hung out and talked to the same two people outside of school (both of which I still adore more than anything and am so grateful for). But at my senior year homecoming, my best friend and I ended up going with a mutual friend’s group, and since then, we’ve become really close friends.

In the short-ish time we’ve known each other, I’ve been able to experience so many firsts with them, grow as a person, and just be happier. I love my girls so much, and they’re easily one of the best things to happen to me in these past 4 years.

13. If you for some bizarre reason feel personally attacked by this: it’s not my problem anymore because im graduating hehe. pls still read The Viewpoint though <3.

It's all about perspective

By Sophie Perez

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I’ve been reminiscing on the past four years of my life and racking my brain for inspiration as to what sentiment my senior column should be based on. I keep coming back to one specific idea that has basically been my mantra since I was a freshman. This idea being that sometimes the only thing we have control over is our perspective, and that’s enough.

There’s no doubt that high school is filled with ups and downs, and often times it can be easy to feel like all there is is negatives. The parts of this period in our lives that are worth remembering can get shrouded out by the things we’d rather forget. Whether we feel weighed down because of academic stress or social pressures, it’s so important to step back and look at the big picture. I think that’s probably the most important lesson I’ve learned in high school, as well as my favorite lesson. I would have had a much different high school experience if I hadn’t learned to put things into perspective.

I’m not sure if everyone will find comfort in this like I do, but high school is not the rest of our lives. We’re young, we still have our whole lives ahead of us! As seniors we’re about to embark on this entirely new journey after graduation, and we truly do have so many opportunities waiting for us. A few years down the road when our lives are completely different than they are right now, we’re not going to remember that one math test we didn’t study enough for, what others thought of us, or even the sleepless and homework filled nights. Were going to remember long nights spent laughing with our best friends, and the feeling of pride after getting back an A that we worked our butts off for.

Even during times when it feels like there’s nothing positive enough to outweigh the negative, looking at the grand scheme of things can be so comforting. There’s billions of people out there! There’s a universe that’s quite possibly infinite (kinda scary but in a cool way haha)!

Our problems are such a small part of everything, so why not focus on the positive things that make us feel important?

I’ve been so incredibly lucky to have such amazing friends surrounding me, especially through my junior and senior years. Thank you all for the endless laughs and happiness. I also know I couldn’t have gotten to where I am without my family. Thank you for all of the support and love.

One door closes

By Chloe Reid

One door closes and another door opens. Ever heard of that saying? Well, I have. Looking back at my time at Mountain View High School, this one little saying has been such an apparent theme whether I realized it or not. The truth is, I didn’t realize this myself until the situation had already passed, and I had moved on.

Every decision I’ve made has lead me to this point in my life and I couldn’t be any happier, because if I went through every “door” that I thought was best for me, who knows where I would be.

The Viewpoint has made such a positive impact on my life, but taking Journalism wasn’t always my first choice. I wanted so badly to get into the Medical Assisting class, but since I was only a junior, I did not get admitted into the program. I took a leap of faith and decided to join staff the following year. Looking back now I can’t imagine not writing for The Viewpoint.

Choosing what you will do after high school is a major decision to say the least. Yet another circumstance where this saying is undeniable true. In January, I was supposed to find out about the two schools I applied to: Christopher Newport University and James Madison University. At the beginning of January, I was notified that I was deferred to regular decision from JMU. In that moment I was devastated, shocked and terrified because I was worried this meant I wouldn’t get into CNU either. The very next day, believe it or not, my CNU acceptance letter was delivered. The timing was uncanny, what are the odds I would find out back to back?

This was a huge eye opener for me, and although I was upset at first, I took a step back and realized I was better off. After a few weeks of thought and consideration, I realized my heart has always been at CNU and in March I was notified of my acceptance to JMU. I would’ve missed out on my dream school if I was admitted to JMU in January.

If I could give any advice to fellow Mountain View students, it would be that if something negative happens, it could very well be a blessing in disguise. Don’t freak out, because something bigger and brighter could be right around the corner.

My time here at Mountain View was filled with lots of fun, academic accomplishments, and long lasting memories. I want to say a special thank you to everyone who made a positive impact on these last four years. Thank you to all of my teachers who have gone above and beyond to better my education, especially Mrs. Strahl and Ms. Clark.

To my parents, I would not be the person I am today without you.

Thank you for always being my number one fans, for pushing me to always do my best, and for showing me that the world is full of endless opportunities.

Saying goodbye to Mountain View is bittersweet, but as this door closes a brighter one opens. Go Captains.

The art of laughter

By Lexi Strawder

Herff Jones

After being on The Viewpoint staff for 4 years, I am finally getting my close up yet somehow I am out of words. When I ruminate about the past four years I’ve spent in high school, I think about events that happened non chronologically. I can’t remember my first block freshman year or who was in it, but I can clearly remember the night before New Cats’ Day. I had full expectations to walk in the doors on my first day of school like I was in High School Musical. Unfortunately there were no choreographed musicals that broke out in the cafeteria, but I’m not sure if that’s a good or bad thing.

My high school experience was unique to me and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Every tragedy and victory, broken friendships, and new relationships, all the tears I cried, and all the nights I stayed up ‘til it was morning laughing with my friends not only gave me a high school experience better than any other movie, but it also transformed me into the person I am today. Out of all four years, senior year was the most bitter sweet. It feels like just yesterday my mom was hounding me about turning in my college applications after I had procrastinated ‘til the last minute to send it off. I spent so much time rushing to go to college and explore the real world that now things are slowing down, my eyes have become opened to the reality of me going off in the world. It’s all daunting and nerve wracking, yet exciting and invigorating at the same time.

I would like to give a special, sappy shout out to my parents for running right beside me while chasing my dreams, being my biggest cheerleaders, and always pushing me to keep pursuing whatever I put my mind to. I am not only fortunate, but blessed to have amazing people like my family and friends who kept me hungry for pursuing my goals and never letting me give up even on the most unbearable days.

If I learned one thing that I took away in my high school journey it’s this; never take yourself too seriously. I mean really. Life is way too short to constantly stress out about what other people are thinking, besides NOBODY CARES! Odds are everyone is so wrapped up in their own insecurities they aren’t paying attention to yours. According to Huffington Post, you have an average of 50,000-70,000 thoughts per day. Why add one more thought about what other people may or may not be thinking when odds are they are lost in their own thoughts?

Start by laughing at yourself. When you trip and fall, have something big and green in the corner of your teeth, or ask a seemingly dumb question, just be able to laugh at yourself, because yeah, it is really funny. It’s only embarrassing if you let your insecurities control you, and believe me- I’ve had my fair share of embarrassing moments.

I am beyond fortunate to be graduating as a Wildcat and starting my new chapter as a Pirate at East Carolina University. I am more than ready to create my next “movie.” Hopefully it’s more triumphant than a tragedy but knowing me, odds are it will be a comedy.

It's all been done before

By Damien Veal

For most of high school I always had an attitude and constantly complained, about how tired I was, how much work we had to do, how long the days went. But then after a year I realized the days didn’t seem too long anymore. Once I started to actually take my work piece by piece, it wasn’t so insurmountable. The tired thing never really got fixed. It took me four years to figure just a few things out of high school, but here it is.

Our attitudes and days are what we make of them. No not everyday is meant to be the best day ever but we are meant to give our best.

As privileged as we are, there will always be something to be upset about. All around the world there are people in real struggles, with real problems and frankly that loser not texting you back isn’t one of them.

People wake up everyday without arms and legs, and live to their fullest, so what is stopping you.

We should all strive to be the best version of ourselves, not others.

For you this may mean going to the gym, and bettering your body, for someone else it could just be beating that final level in a video game.

We are all different, don’t judge people for not fitting into the same category as you. Don’t try to hide your likes and dislikes, that’s what makes you yourself.

Let yourself feel an emotion no matter how bad it may seem to be.

If you can’t be honest with yourself about things, then who can you be honest with? You also never know how others are feeling, and there is only one way to find out: talk to them. Ask them how they are. Going through their Insta and trying to decrypt things will only make it more and more complicated, walk up to them and say how your feeling. Even if things don’t work out how you wish you will know the truth and be all the better for it.

Get out of the house, you can always watch that show tomorrow. The time we have with our friends is limited, and for me that time is coming to a close. With friend going to colleges all over, the likelihood of you keeping all your buddies and best friends is very unlikely. Make time for them now, even a simple Facetime will suffice.

Never settle for less than what you are. Lay back; it’s all been done before.

Herff Jones

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Summer

DOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S and DONTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S What to do and what not to do to have a great summer by Javonna Brigham

DO

DOnt

Explore a new place

Forget sunscreen

Go on a picnic

Have too much screen time

Go swimming

spend all day inside

SPEND TIME WITH FAMILY

Spend all your time alone

-Junior Amanda Bridges

Go to an amusement park

Drive recklessly -Junior Taziah Greene

Wear sunglasses

Flake on plans

GO SCUBA DIVING -Sophomore Ayden Cox

Ignore your friends Leave your pets in the heat

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FEE-FI-FO-FUM READY OR NOT HERE THE SENIORS COME

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Bridgewater College Ronald Robinson Malcolm Anderson

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Central Michigan University Camryn Taylor Christopher Newport University Nicklaus Flemming David Dittmer Ryley McCulloch Kendall Shumate Kenneth Sherrod Chloe Reid Tarryn Levesque Renee Kauffman Kendyll Brown

Clark Atlanta University Rashan Jeffery

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East Carolina University Lexi Strawder

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Kutztown University Lauren Jackson

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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Connor Williams Isabel Acheson Carly Lane Nicole Vile Trevor Johnson Megan Watts Angela Fagbenro

Garrett Cunningham Lisa Herdegen Cole McCommons Samantha McKinnon Aidan Anderson

Pennsylvania State University Karla Flamenco

Radford University Linda Fuerte Michael Bendele Radford Schneider Evan Hurt

The Catholic University of America Clare Johnson

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University of Virginia

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NOVA Community College Jordane Biacan Bennica Saysay

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Western Nevada Community College Grace Thompson

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Evolution of bathing suits For the past 200 years, bathing suits have evolved due to society’s changing views on women

by Lexi Jackson | Photos by on Wikipedia and Flickr

Before the 19th century, not many people enjoyed swimming until the National Society of Great Britain began holding swim competitions, after which it became increasingly popular.

During this time, women’s clothing, including bathing gowns, was modest and demure. According to Marie Claire, it was fashionable to keep your skin as pale as possible, so women wore face-shading bonnets, shawls, and gloves to keep themselves covered. They wore long, black stockings and laced up bathing slippers made of twisted straw or felt. The bathing gowns also had weights in the hems to prevent the skirt from lifting and showing womens’ legs, and “turkish” pants and “paletot” dresses made from thick flannel fabric which made the dresses bulky and heavy.

At this time in the 19th century, the second-wave feminist movement was born and reached its height, and the new generation of women were able to dress bolder. By the mid 1900s, bathing suits were made of nylon or lycra. According to Marie Claire, the bottoms were cut straight across the top of the leg, covering the fabric underneath. The skirts were either flared or pleated. The top part was also more daring with low necks and sometimes cut outs in the midriff. However, some pin-up girls, including Marilyn Monroe, opted for more revealing bathing suits like the bikini.

Sophomore Frances Stanley said, “In the beginning they [bathing suits] were more of a t-shirt and shorts look, beginning the more “scandalous” period, showing more of women’s skin.

Mid-late 1900s

1800s Early1900s As swimming became more popular, so did more promiscuous bathing suits. During the early 1900s, women’s swimsuits evolved to a one-piece garment with a long top that covered the shorts, partnered with slip-on shoes made of duck canvas. According to Victoriana Magazine, swimsuits were tight, with a v-neck or u-neck neckline. Vibrant colors and contrasting stripes became trendy as well.

Lisa-Marie Bastian, sophomore, said, “They [bathing suits] looked very modest.

They have some sort of long leggings [or] stockings with a knee length skirt and the waist looks sort of like it was sucked in. The sleeves sort of look like medieval. They also look very heavy and very hot.”

When women were swimming, they had to look out for police who would measure the bottom of their bathing suits to their knee. If a bathing suit appeared to be too short, the woman would receive a $10 fine or could possibly go to jail.

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2000s By the end of the 1900s, it was acceptable for women to wear whatever bathing suits they wanted, and that continued on into the early 2000s. There are yearly trends, but almost all styles are acceptable. They are a mix of both modern and old-fashioned styled.

Kerri Hederer, CTE teacher, said, “It’s [‘90s bathing suits that are] definitely something that’s becoming more popular today with the high-waisted [bottoms] and straighter bandeau top And of course the printed words on the front of a one-piece is really in this year which is straight out of the ‘90s.”

By the late 2010s, the ‘60s era silhouette had returned. Those included scalloped or ruffled necklines and hipster bottoms. They have a lot of mix-and-match options for colors and styles to suit anyone.

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It’s been an absolute pleasure for me and your Dad to watch you develop into the young man you are today! You’re an AMAZING young man who possesses a humble and caring attitude. We thank you for being a respectful and responsible child who always made good life decisions. We’re excited to see what the future holds for you! We’re confident you will find success in whatever you decide to do. As you close this chapter of your life as a high school senior, face your challenges head on and continue to make us proud.

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Dear Karla, What an intelligent young lady you are, and what a bright future awaits you. We are so excited to see what you will achieve.

We are 100% sure you will accomplish great things. Always be true to yourself, and surround yourself with positive people who will help you grow. Don’t ever be afraid to chase your dreams; the sky is the limit for you. Enjoy the beauty life offers and learn from the challenges. Always remember that you have us to guide you through anything you need help with.

We love you, Karla...go change the world!

Congratulations Tyler on the amazing milestones you have accomplished during your 12 years of school. In elementary and middle school, you were chosen to the gifted program and Junior National Honor Society. In high school, you decided to tackle the rigorous IB Program, selected to the NHS, and played varsity football for four years. Words cannot express how incredibly proud we are of you for the hard work and time, you spent exceeding your goals. We look forward to the next chapter in your story, your collegiate time at Northwestern University, where your latter years will outshine your former years.

“People say I’m the best boss. They go, ‘God we’ve never worked in a place like this before, you’re hilarious, and you get the best out of us.’ I think I’m a role model here, I think I garner other people respect.

People I respect, heroes of mine, would be Bob Hope, Abraham Lincoln, definitely, Bono, and probably God be the fourth one. And I just think all those people really helped the world, in so many ways, that it’s, it’s really beyond words. It’s really incalculable. “

Our sweet Samantha is graduating and about to be set loose on the world. Every day you reinforce our beliefs in you as a hardworking, sweet, and considerate young lady. We are proud of you as you pursue your dreams. Your determination and commitment has been fun to watch and we are so proud of how hard you have worked to move closer to achieving your dreams. The world is yours. Keep working hard, setting new goals, and believing in yourself and you will go far! Don’t ever change. We love you so much!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Julia

Congratulations to our beautiful baby Daniella Garcia. We love you so much and we are so proud of you. Danny, we love watching you grow into the fine young lady you have become. You are courageous, not afraid to tackle any obstacle. You are “stealth;” they don’t see you coming but you are a force to be reckoned with. You are intelligent, joyful, determined, strong, and funny; with those attributes, we can only see a bright, successful future. We want you to relish your adventures as you conquer the unknown of New Beginnings!

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Outstanding job! We are so proud of you, Samantha! You will do great things! Our advice to you: understand who you are, smile, take a deep breath and enjoy today.

Tomorrow will take care of itself. Study your Bible and get to know God daily. We wish you all the success and happiness the world has to offer.

We love you!

Dad and Mom

Congratulations on your graduation and best wishes for your next adventure! We are so happy as a parent to share in the excitement of your graduation day and so very proud of you.

We are very proud of you!

Love, Dad and Mom Congratulations Matt! It has been amazing watching you grow & learn & we are so proud of you. You are an example that hard work & perseverance pays off. Your many achievements include making sure all Virginians have the right to bring a service dog to school and raising a puppy to be a future CCI service dog for a person with a disability. You are part of an amazing running club called Ainsley’s Angels that believes through inclusion, everybody wins. With Shiloh by your side, you have touched many lives & always left everyone with your infectious good cheer & smile. The best is yet to come! We look forward to many adventures together in the future! Love, Mom, Dad, Kate, Meg, Jake, Henrique, Shiloh and Pam

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We are so proud of how hard you’ve worked and of all you’ve achieved during the last four years. We can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you as you follow your dreams.

Be kind, be brave, and be confident.

Love, Mom, Dad, and Nic

Congratulations, Ryley! You have made us so proud. Now is the beginning of a whole new chapter in your life. Always believe in yourself, and continue to give 110%. Your life and future are a lot more than you can imagine, because you are capable of accomplishing more than you know. The future for you is so bright. You have more potential than you think, but you will never know your full potential unless you continue to challenge yourself, and push yourself beyond your own self imposed limits. YOU GOT THIS! All of our love, Mom, Dad and James

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With love and pride today and always, Mom and Dad

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Olivia, We are so excited for you as you graduate and move on to the next chapter of your life at University of South Carolina Honors College. Words cannot express how proud we are of not only your academic accomplishments over the years, earning your Girl Scout Gold Award and excelling in ballet, but most importantly how you have grown to be a beautiful, caring, young woman with spiritual awareness and a heart to help others. Cherish the friendships you’ve made and those to come. We are always here for you.

Congratulations and much love, Mom, Dad, and Kyle

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Xani, We are so proud of your and how awesome you are! You got into BYU because you worked hard and made it happen.

You are such a great person with so much to offer the world. The world needs people like you. You are a light in the darkness and we can’t wait to see where you will shine and what great things you will bring the world. We love you so much and will miss you terribly, but are so excited for the adventure that lies ahead!

Love, Mom, Dad, Taelor, Adam, Theo, Sally, and Lance

Congratulations to a special young man, you are wise beyond your years. Your compassion, understanding and concern for others is remarkable. You amaze us so much because your character and integrity is phenomenal. Your positive attitude and GOD’s blessings will take you so far. Always let GOD lead you and know that Mom and Dad are always behind you. We love you so much and can’t wait to celebrate your graduation and your many future accomplishments.

Love, Mom and Dad Robert “Tres” Reese, the best nephew an aunt could ever have in the entire universe. I am so proud of you and your accomplishments. This is only the beginning. I wish you the very best of everything.

Congratulations, I love you to the moon and back.

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Congratulations Jade Matthew Alvillar!

He is strong and selfless. He is always reaching out his hand and heart to others!

From his marching band drum solo to his amazing art work, he has always stayed humble. He worked as a lifeguard at The Rouse Center through high school.

He is an overcomer. He will take all he has been through and use it wisely because he is a man of character and integrity.

He is graduating a year early and will pursue his Undergraduate in Animal Sciences and Chemistry at NMSU. May Jesus always lead you and your family and friends lift you up. YOU ARE LOVED.

Congratulations Grandson, you are the best and I know that you will accomplish all that you set out to do. Continue to keep GOD in your life and He will do the rest.

Love you so much, Grandma Congratulations to a handsome, smart and compassionate nephew.

We’re incredibly proud of you and there’s no limit to how much farther you can go. Prayers for you that your Graduation and future be filled with peace, love, good health and prosperity.

Love, Uncle Art and Aunt Bobbi

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Cami, So proud of your hard work and determination. Things we pray for you as you start this next journey in your life are joy, love, laughter, a life where you dreams come true because of your hard work, to take risks (but be careful), to have friends who are kind and supportive, to find your passion, to give and earn respect, to stay true to yourself, to have the courage to make mistakes and learn from them, to have confidence and self-control and to surround yourself with people that deserve you. We love you more!

Love, Mom and Dad

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You did it, Chewy! We all knew you could!

While at times it got hard, you kept going.

Watching you grow has been such an amazing gift to all of us. You finished IB, you were in chorus for 7 years, you did track, received confirmation, joined stepteam for 4 years. With all of that you also joined numerous clubs, volunteered, and you stepped in for family when needed.

You got your 1st job and got a license (kind of scary, LOL!). Keep it up, Jordie.

With all our love and support, you got this!

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Congratulations on completing this exciting chapter of your life. We are so proud of the young woman you have become.

We know that whatever you want to accomplish in life, you will strive to achieve your goals. You continually amaze us at all that you have achieved so far in your life.

May the next chapter be as rewarding and fulfilling as this one.

We love you, Mom and Dad XoXo

Commemorating your spiritual strength, mental fortitude, and belief in yourself despite challenges you endured.

You believed in your heart you were a college-level volleyball player despite various obstacles along the way. I want to thank your monumental and encouraging friends, epic teachers and counselors who were always there for you. Mom Jackson Chronicle: Four months and eleven days after you were born, I returned to work (Pentagon) off maternity leave. Two hours after I arrived a plan crashed into the building: “ True strength is keeping everything together when everyone expects you to fall apart.” Mommy

Congratulations my love! You don’t know how proud you’ve made all of us. We’re honored to have been a part of such an accomplished, smart, talented student, daughter, sister and friend. Jazzy, you’ve completed a grueling 4 years in getting a full IB diploma, joined track, step team for 4 years, played cello for 7 years, & managed to squeeze in FBLA/DECA. On top of all that, you’ve found time to volunteer, help with family obligations, work, & kept a smile on. Thank you for being everything and more! Keep it up and you’ll reach the stars!

Love you!

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Chloe, We are so proud of you and your many accomplishments at MVHS. You have become an amazing young lady over the past 4 years. Your drive and perseverance has brought you to this moment.

As you graduate from high school your journey at Christopher Newport University will begin. You are going to do great things in college.

Just always remember …

Behind you, all your memories Before you, all your dreams Around you, all who love you Within you, all you need.

Go Captains!

We love you, Mom & Dad

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spring sports recap

find out how the spring sports performed this season by gia morreale | photos by lifetouch * Disclaimer* All stats last updated on May 24.

baseball The baseball teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record this spring is seven wins and 11 losses.

The boys lost in the first round of the district tournament.

Coach Mark Sanford would like to recognize the seniors, Zach Kaatz, Andrew Neff, Brandon Lindauer, and Jake Smith.

He would also like to recognize sophomore Cameron Murray for his performance as a catcher and batting with 13 RBIs this year and sophomore Nico Rodriguez for his performance as an outfielder and batting with 9 RBIs this year.

Andrew Neff received 1st Team Pitcher and Utility. Cameron Murray received 1st Team Catcher. Nico Rodriguez received 2nd Team Outfielder, and Zach Kaatz received Honorable Mention 1st Base.

The baseball team will be competing in the regional semifinals.

softball The softball teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record this spring is 14 wins and one loss.

The team is headed to the regional tournament in the number one seat.

Coach Brianna Worley would like to recognize junior pitcher Jessie Kantor who is currently 12-1 on the season with 173 strike outs. She would also like to recognize junior shortstop Caroline Pollock batting .269 with a .943 fielding percentage, sophomore catcher Annaliese Franklin batting .260 and only one passed ball on the season, and lastly senior first baseman Felicia Preston who is their only senior batting .250 with a .936 fielding percentage.

The softball team will be competing in the regional semifinals.

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Outdoor Track and Field Teams competed at the Commonwealth District Championship at North Stafford. The boys teams finished second and the girls team finished third overall. On the boys side: TJ Beckford won Triple Jump. Jaden Dixon won the Discus Throw and Ronald Robinson won the 100 meter dash in a state qualifying time. The Girls 4 x 100 meter relay of placed first in a State Qualifying time, the team consisted of Jordan Venning, Jordan Burzynski, Lakiya Joshua, and Janelle Anderson. Jordan Venning won the Triple Jump. Kendra Williams won the Girls Discus Throw. Girls 4x800 relay team is the 5D regional champions. Jordan Venning won Triple Jump and Colton Ocetnik won Pole Vault. Both athletes are regional champions. u may | june 2019 u feature

girls soccer The girls soccer record this spring is 12 wins, two ties, and two losses.

The girls soccer team lost in the semi-final game of the district tournament.

Coach Fernando Ramos would like to recognize senior Megan Watts for scoring her 100th goal of her high school career this spring season.

He would also like to recognize junior Brooke Burzynski for having 13 goals and 8 assists this season.

The girls soccer team will compete in the regional semifinals.

boys soccer The boys soccer record this spring is 13 wins, one tie, and one loss.

The boys won the 2019 district championship against Brooke Point, that ended in penalty kicks with two overtime periods.

Coach Max Watson would like to recognize senior Rafe Croce as he is the leading goal scorer. He would also like to recognize the goal keepers senior Colin Weinberger and sophomore Jonathan Krob as they have saved nine goals in the past 15 games.

Watson said, “I want this group of players to be recognized/mentioned for being a group who have served the program from JV up to now the Varsity team. After graduating a large majority of last year’s team, there were minimal expectations for the season and this group of players has delivered. This year, it quickly became clear that our strength was in the collective, not the individual... a bit different from past teams. That change in mentality has paid dividends. Everyone fulfills their role, and the machine keeps moving.”

The boys soccer team will compete in the regional semifinals.

tennis The boys tennis team finished their regular season winning 10 matches and losing 6. The girls team finished winning 8 matches and losing 8. They finished their seasons in third place. The boys team is led by senior captains Lucas West and Cole McCommons and the girls team is led by senior captains Casey Jackson and Taylor Larned.

As for individual play, both the Casey Jackson and Mark Shelton advanced to regional play in first singles and along with their doubles partners, Taylor Larned and Lucas West move on in doubles competition.

Coach Richard Bradley would like to recognize the top performers. They were Kate Sportsman finishing 14-4, and for the boys, both West and Cole McCommons finished 15-4.

boys lacrosse The boys lacrosse record this spring is 14 wins and two losses.

The boys lost in the district tournament to Colonial Forge 6-5.

This spring, the boys have broken the school record for wins in a single season this year.

Coach George Pugh would like to recognize the seniors, Garrett Cunningham, Caleb Ricciardi, Tyler Ferron, Tanner Van-Liew, Zach Fernow, and Luke Mehr for leading the team to the best season in program history. Senior Tyler Ferron said, “My favorite part of lacrosse season is the team bonding and how close we all get as the season goes on.”

The boys lacrosse team will advance to the state quarterfinals and will host the regional championship.

girls lacrosse The girls lacrosse record this spring is 13 wins and three losses.

The girls are undefeated in the region.

They finished first in regular season and will start regional playoffs Monday, May 20th.

The girls lacrosse team finished second in the district tournament.

Coach Kimberly Sullivan wanted to recognize the top returning players for this spring, and they are: Mary D’Lugos, Lizzie Ranberger Mackenzie Proffitt, Tyarra Sisson, and Liz Britten.

She also wanted to recognize the top new players this season and they are: Emma Stalteri and Hanna Navarro.

The girls lacrosse team advances to the state tournament and will host the regional championship.

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behind the scenes of the

Viewpoint Take a peek inside the ins and outs of the publication of the Viewpoint

by Caroline Pollock | Photo by Caroline Pollock

Welcome to the inside scoop of the Viewpoint. Here, you will see everything that goes into publishing a single issue. Some elements of the process can be dull, but in the end, it is all worth it.

The Viewpoint, what you are currently reading, is the official newspaper of Mountain View High School. This publication is entirely run, written, and prepared by students, with the help of our staff adviser, the one and only, Trisha Orndorff. As a staff, we are responsible for the content of the magazine in all of its objectivity, accuracy, and presentation.

Our purpose is to bring interesting topics to the knowledge of students and staff of Mountain View High School and the surrounding community.

Our manual directly states, “The goal of The Viewpoint is to provide information in a professional, creative, entertaining, and ethical manner to the Mountain View community through a print and online newsmagazine, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.”

The work that goes into publishing an issue is not easy. Each member of staff spends a great deal of time on their pages to ensure the best quality. The work can be tedious, tiring, and hard, but the bounded, final copy of each issue displays the hard work and long hours that go into it.

words to know: uBeat: When a staff member reports live at a MVHS sporting event and

send updates to the social media editor to post on Twitter. uBrief: A short article about a significant event that occurred in the local community uDeck: The sentence under the headline stating the topic of the page and the byline uDoubletruck: An article that spans two pages instead of one uFolio: Located at the bottom of the page, telling the page number, month published, and type of article uPerfecting: One to two days of class before send off when we make the final changes to our pages and receive class feedback uSend Off: The process, and day, that the final copy of the issue must be sent to the publisher uSlate: The first day of every issue where we brainstorm ideas

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Our focus of topics varies from controversial politics to personality quizzes. Every two months we publish a hardcopy and online issue of The Viewpoint. Fortunately, The Viewpoint is an “open forum,” meaning we are able to publish without having to turn our ideas over for prior review. The downside is that we must come up with the funding completely on our own without help from the school. Therefore, every staff member is required to go to at least one business of choice and pitch an advertisement that will be included in our magazine and social media outlets. On top of the advertisements, we must also arrange various fundraisers throughout the year in order to come up with all the necessary funding.

Each member of staff chooses what the topic each of their pages will be. Every member is required to complete two pages every issue. This can either be two individual, or single, pages or a 2-page article, a doubletruck. The staff makes sure to keep the topics of each page varied and unique.

On the first day of every new issue, we have a day called “slate.” This is when we bring all of our ideas to the table (literally) and brainstorm about the upcoming issue. We are a very close-knit group, and we would not be able to deliver such an impressive publication without our fellow peers’ guidance and feedback. With that being said, the constructive criticism The Viewpoint receives is appreciated and needed in order to make it the best possible publication for our audience. However, the unnecessary, unhelpful, and negative comments that we get can be frustrating. It is important for our readers to keep in mind that we are all humans who are putting tons of effort into the publication, so mistakes are possible.

Every staff member must fill out checklists for the first draft, late night, and the second drafts of our pages.

Because The Viewpoint is an academic elective class, not just an after-school club, each draft, and completed checklist is a grade in the grade book.

For first draft, we must have an outline of our writing completed, the design of our page worked up, and all components of design included. The components that must be placed in the design include the headline, deck, folio, placeholder pictures, and placeholder text.

Placeholder text and pictures refer to the pictures and text that have not yet been acquired, or taken. A placeholder is put in its location to show where the aspects of the designs will be arranged.

One day each issue, the staff stays after school to work on our pages and ensure we will meet our deadline; this is called Late Night.

By the end of second draft, once the checklist is completed, our writing must be completed, placed onto our pages, and ready to be edited by editors and fellow staff members.

The publication runs extra smooth thanks to our many editors. uManaging Editors: seniors Ruby Jackson and Chloe Reid are responsible for designing and writing the content that goes on the front cover, back cover, and centerfold, selecting what pages go into print, assisting in all staff members’ pages, arbitrating all matters of staff dynamics, and so much more. uSocial Media Editor: senior Sophie Perez manages and moderates content for The Viewpoint’s Facebook fan page, Twitter, and Instagram. uCopy Editors: juniors Danielle Piper and Bella Roeske edit each page to make a publishable content page. uBriefs Editor: senior Selena Obregon designs and edits each brief along with the briefs page for every issue. uExtra Editor: senior Lexi Strawder is responsible for selecting, editing, and arranging the online, extra issue. uPhotography Editor: senior Gia Morreale is responsible for ensuring all the photos on each page are high-quality, eye-catching, relevant, and interesting. uStaff Adviser: Trisha Orndorff guides us with love and compassion and is the reason we are able to successfully publish every issue.

Thanks to every member of staff we are able to work together and publish a successful publication.

Being on staff, and holding an editor position has allowed me to make a difference at Mountain View and do something good for fellow Wildcats. I feel like The Viewpoint does a great job of covering a wide variety of topics and school events for all kinds of students, faculty, and parents. This helps create a sense of unity throughout our school community. I want people to know not only how much work goes into our publication, but also how much heart is put into every single page. We work together for a little over a month to produce the publication, and I want our readers to know how much this magazine means to each and every one of us. My favorite part of writing for The Viewpoint is working with my fellow staff members.

Being able to work with such creative and talented people is so refreshing and my favorite part of the day. The Viewpoint allows us to get out of a typical classroom environment and participate in what an actual publication room would.

uManaging editor and senior Chloe Reidu The Viewpoint helps the MV community by presenting varying perspectives, keeping the population informed, analyzing trends, maintaining records, and raising awareness. My favorite part of advising The Viewpoint is watching each student’s personal and technical progression from year to year. Often, staff members start as timid freshmen who tremble at the thought of talking to people they do not know. Over time, they gain confidence in themselves as they perform more interviews and become more integrated and involved with the school. Not only that, but their designs also become more elaborate, while their page ideas become more sophisticated.

Readers should know that they are the staff’s number one priority.

We write for them. We choose high-interest topics for them. We aim to cover a diverse population representing them. We are proud of their achievements and want to highlight their accomplishments.

uStaff advisor Trisha Orndorffu My work helping to publish The Viewpoint allows for students, teachers, and events to get recognition. By continuously featuring the students and staff, and establishing a connection with our readers, we get people excited to read the magazine. That’s what makes it worthwhile to me. I want our audience to realize that the staff does all of the work with producing the magazine. We design the pages, write the articles, and do all of the fundraisings. It’s extremely time-consuming for everyone involved, and I want our audience to keep in mind exactly how much effort is put into each element.

My favorite part about being on staff has definitely been my role as managing editor for the past two years, which has allowed me to grow as a person by helping others evolve as writers and designers.

Through this position, I’ve become more responsible and dedicated to the publication, but that’s not the best part; it’s so exciting to see people take your advice, run with it, and use their creativity to construct a unique, stunning page. Everyone has grown immensely, not just me, and it’s just so rewarding to see.

uManaging editor and senior Ruby Jacksonu The Viewpoint staff just wanted to say thank YOU for being an amazing audience, for the amazing support and helping us in another successful year of publication!

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THE NEXT LEVEL

These senior athletes move to the next level of their athletic career

by Gia Morreale| Photos by Gia Morreale

Bryant Graham Football Bridgewater College

Malcolm Anderson Football Bridgewater College

Ronald Robinson Football Bridgewater University

Cami Taylor Soccer Central Michigan University

Andrew Neff Baseball Concord University

Aiden Fritz Track and Field Christopher Newport University

Carson Cooke Football Christopher Newport University

Kenny Sherrod Football Christopher Newport University

Will Pataki Basketball Hood College

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Lauren Jackson Volleyball Kutztown College

Zachariah Kaatz Baseball Lock Haven College

senior ayanna alston said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;it makes me happy that so many people from the class of 2019 are going to go on and continue to play the sport that they love!â&#x20AC;?

Anthony Solorzano Soccer Marymount University

Gabby Cuellar Golf North Greenville University

Tyler Haskins Football Northwestern University

Megan Watts Soccer Old Dominion University

Felicia Preston Softball Rainy River Jr. College

Tanner Van Liew Lacrosse Randolph-Macon College

Tyler Ferron Lacrosse Shenandoah University

Cassidy Butler Soccer Stevenson College

Maggie Sharp Basketball Towson University

Ayanna Alston Lacrosse Virginia Weslyan University * Not pictured* Brandon Lindauer, Baseball, Washington College

Abbey Whitehead Gymnastics West Chester University

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Kimberly Allen, AP government teacher

Lt. Col. Richard Barnes

Cadet Will Weigeshoff started out last year and joined the program (JROTC) as a junior.

He could not run a mile to save his life within the required timeline, as well as crunches and pull ups. But by the end of his senior year, he earned an Army scholarship to VMI which is going to be huge. You have cadets like Cadet London Rizzi who’s up for attack command this year. I think at the beginning of last year she broke out from the pack by just being aggressive and wanting to take charge of things.

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Carson Cooke’s...antics during first block,” Allen chuckled with a reminiscent smile, “and there are a multitude of antics that makes Carson memorable in class. His daily anticsand they change day to day- just his phrasing of questions just makes you as a teacher shake your head.

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Mark Hughes, art teacher All of Clare Johnson’s...excuses for not making deadlines,” Mark Hughes said with a laugh. “Clare’s had a few good zingers, I can’t think of any right now but she’s always got interesting reasons for not meeting her deadlines.

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Kate Heffner, AP/IB Social Studies Teacher

There’s so many seniors, I have all of the ones from Anthropology last year that I’d want to talk about and my 4X and 4Y kids that I love...I guess to summarize it I enjoy getting to know my students better and figuring out who they are and what they want to do with their life. And now that they’re seniors, I’m sad to see them go but excited for their future.

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Greg Margheim, Athletic Director

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Personally one of the moments I’ll always remember is Megan Watts getting her hundredth goal...I’ve known Megan since she was two. We used to babysit her at our house, she’s like a God child, so that’s a big moment for me to see how far she’s come.

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“ A lookback on seniors

Some favorite memories MVHS teachers have of their senior students

by Selena Obregon | Graphics by Selena Obregon

Class C l a s s of o f 2019 2019 in 1 9 words words i n 19 Nicole Vile: “It really helped me get an understanding of who I am and that goals that I have for myself.”

Jianna Rios: “If I could go back in time and do it over again, I still wouldn’t.

Such a crazy experience.”

Kameron Lawson: “The beginning is crazy, the middle is where the fun really starts, and the end is nothing but flashbacks.”

Adam Skoloda: It had its ups and downs, but it brought out my true character and showed me who I am.”

Terrell McCoy: “I made a lot of friends and played a lot of basketball. I ate a lot of chicken sandwiches.”

Jordane Biacan: “It honestly wasn’t what I expected my high school experience to be.

I’ve had a lot of memorable experiences.”

Izzy Acheson: “Bittersweet experience. Most of my best school memories are through sports, and the worst ones were from academic stress.”

ZeaMarie Andersen: “To be honest, it wasn’t as bad as I expected. It was filled with some new experiences and relationships.”

Tyler Haskins: “I was influenced by so many great people, and I am so grateful for my time and memories here.” feature u may | june 2019 u the viewpoint u 31

Memories:

Amy Ellis

Javonna Brigham “Always being serenaded by Caroline and having her show me her “sick” dance moves.”

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Matthew D’Lugos “Going to the Free Lance Star and picking out the top pages with Caroline and Jojo.

Almost everyone picked the story about the puppy.”

Lexi Jackson “Going on the field trip to the Free Lance Star was really fun because we got to see a newspaper in action.”

Ruby Jackson “Spending class

making ornaments for our fundraiser. We just relaxed and talked without the normal stress that comes from making an issue!”

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Selena Obregon “I think playing

Chloe Reid “Last year’s Christmas issue when Ruby, Paige, Emilee and I got together to bake a pie and a bunch of food for our recipe page.”

Sophie Perez “Attempting to teach Adam and Damien yoga. They were hilariously terrible. “

Bella Roeske “Arguing about comma usage with Dan while editing pages at midnight. “

Danielle Piper “During late night for the January/February issue when the cover was being shot and everyone got to share the fruits and vegetables afterward.”

Victoria Rogers “My favorite memory was when we all made glitter ornaments and exchanged secret Santa gifts.”

Mafia with the staff. Everyone got so into it and it was so much fun.”

Caroline Pollock “Jojo constantly

making fun of my dancing and singing. I don’t know what I would do without that constant love-hate relationship. “

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Aisha Santiago-Burgos “My favorite

memory was when we would play Mafia and when we went on the field trip. We all went out to eat and had a good time even though it was freezing cold outside.”

Lexi Strawder “Making breakfast with Gia after school to take pictures for our VHSL state award-winning article (check out the MarchApril 2018 issue to see it)!”

Jules Torrice “When some of us went to Pizzanos for lunch before going to the Free Lance Star. We started a chat to play Crazy 8, but it didn’t really work out because there was so many of us.”

Damien Veal “My favorite memory of journalism was me and Adam struggling to work, and we would just look at each other and bust out laughing and nothing would ever get done.”