DECEMBER 2010

VOLUME XLIII ISSUE IV

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2010

Mukwonago suit starts possible pursuit of Berlin mascot change

By Halle Daul

Random Quotes from around Berlin High School “If blind people read too much, they get blisters,” sophomore Chantal Fay said.

When asked where they left off in the movie “Romeo in Love”...

“I think we were at the ‘a Jew’ part,” senior Morgan Rohrbaugh said.

“I think you mean ‘adieu,’” English teacher Amy Wenig said.

Berlin High School has faced the controversial subject of changing its mascot for over 10 years. But, the recent Mukwonago suit has the potential to rekindle the so-called “mascot flame” in Berlin.

Along with Berlin, Mukwonago has the Indian mascot. After a complaint to the Department of Public Instruction, Mukwonago was told to change their mascot.

There are Mukwonago residents and school officials who plan to appear at the hearings to support the claim that the mascot law is unconstitutional.

Many local residents are left to wonder if the mascot issue Berlin has been facing will have to appear before the school board, or an even higher authority.

Recently, Berlin Student Council received a letter from 1962 graduate, Thomas Sobieski. The letter addresses the situation with the mascot and asks for help from the Student Council.

“I believe that it is time for Berlin

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“Native Americans have for 40 years made it clear they would prefer mascots referring to Native Americans not be used,” Tom Sobieski, ‘62, states in his letter.

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to address the Indian mascot situation,” Sobieski states in his letter.

Though the issue seems to be

Photo: H. Daul Secretary and Treasurer, Lynette Rossow, explains to fellow student council members about the letter that Thomas Sobieski sent in regards to changing Berlin High School’s mascot. The council discussed Sobieski’s main points, but decided to take no action at this time. more serious in Berlin, the school board has not begun to talk about what would happen if the Indian mascot would be challenged.

“This is something that would have to be discussed as an entire board as to how we would want to handle it. At this time, we have not even discussed it,” school board member, Bonnie Olsen said.

In Sobieski’s letter, he uses researched facts to persuade the council to help him initiate changing Berlin’s mascot.

“Zebras are horses. Didn’t you see ‘Racing Stripes’?” sophomore Doni Zenku said.

In a conversation about background checks...

“What’s a background check? Oh yeah, isn’t that on PowerSchool?” sophomore Emily Cox said.

Photo: S. Kuehmichel Seniors Bryan Brisky, Allison Yonke and Andrew Klauer show their drawings for possible mascots in Lori Rademann’s art class. From left to right: Blackhawks, Bucks and Stingrays are student designed mascot options for Berlin High School.

“Native Americans have for 40 years made it clear they would prefer mascots referring to Native Americans not be used,” the letter states.

Even though the school board has not discussed what they would do, they still hold a lot of responsibility as to where this situation would lead.

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“I am very proud to be a part of this district and to be a Berlin Indian,” school board member, Bonnie Olsen said. ”

“If someone would bring a complaint, it would be our responsibility to decide how to go forward from there,” Olsen said. “Whether we would fight it or accept it, and if we were to accept it, how we would go about picking a new mascot.”

With the possible mascot change in other cities such as Mukwonago, many may think that community

members will support the mascot change, but Berlin has so far proven otherwise.

“I feel that the majority of this community is extremely proud of our Indian mascot and the history behind it,” Olsen said. “And, they would have very strong opinions on this if there ever is a complaint filed.”

Though it seems Berlin would not want their mascot to change, there are still a select few that find the mascot offensive to Native Americans.

“I have studied this issue for some time now,” Sobieski’s letter states. “I must say that my opinion at the present time is completely different than it was when the issue first surfaced nearly 15 years ago.”

Even though residents like Sobieski have come to support a mascot change, some still say that Berlin shall always remain the Indians.

“I go to a lot of activities and have heard people discuss this. They have very strong feelings on keeping the Indian mascot,” Olsen said. “They are proud of it and do not think of it as any form of disrespect at all. I am very proud to be a part of this district, and to be a Berlin Indian.”

In This Issue

Mattice in Italy pg. 3

Girls Basketball pg. 8

News................................................. 1 Opinion............................................ 2 Feature............................................. 3 Arts & Entertainment.................... 6 Sports............................................... 8

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NEWS CONT. /OPINION Christmas Giving Program gives back to Berlin community children

By Julie Kalupa Various community organizations are teaming up to give local children a very merry Christmas.

The Christmas Giving Program is in its third year running.

“Our group formed to help streamline the process, avoid duplications and allow us to help more kids,” program member Carrie Blazel said.

This program organizes volunteers to do a variety of tasks, all which permit children to receive gifts for Christmas. The main program is the creation and display of the giving trees.

Volunteers create a list of needs each child has, Girl Scouts design angel shaped ornaments, businesses display the trees and volunteers purchase gifts. All of these people are organized by the Christmas Giving Program.

Each angel on the giving tree represents a community child. On the label is the gender, age and needs of the child, such as as shoe and clothing sizes.

Caring community members are then able to pick an angel off of the tree. They will then purchase items to

suit the child’s needs, a toy and anything else they wish. These purchases are then wrapped and placed back under the giving tree.

“I really enjoyed shopping for my six-year-old angel. I feel really good knowing that she will wake up on Christmas day to find big present under the tree,” senior Anna Mae Beyer said.

Later, the Christmas Giving Program picks up each of the gifts and delivers them to the anonymous family in need.

The families and children who receive gifts are chosen by the local Boys and Girls Club, Clay Lamberton Elementary School and the Berlin Resource Co-op.

“My staff gets to know our kids and their families. We then identify potential families who we think may need some assistance,” Boys and Girls Club Manager Harper Mruk said.

“Then, a letter is sent out informing the referred families of the program and inviting them to participate.”

This year, the progam finished on December 21, when the gifts were delivered to the families.

“We assisted 149 kids this Christmas,” Blazel said. “The volunteers have made it happen.”

Feature Editorial: Disney good girls gone bad

Some of the Disney Channel’s recent celebrities tend to be racy, distasteful and just downright skanky.

Parents seem to think that just because their child is watching the Disney Channel, everything on it will be safe and clean. In reality, its biggest stars are not so squeaky clean.

When there are millions of children looking up to them as their role models, how can stars like Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan and Vanessa Hudgens be proud of their actions? Little girls who idolize these stars tend to imitate them, and that is a problem.

What ever happened to the good, little Miley Cyrus? Lately, she seems to be trading in microphone stands for stripper poles at award shows like the Teen Choice Awards.

Not only has she been wearing skimpy clothing, but also performing extremely suggestive choreography in recent music videos for songs like “Can’t Be Tamed.” Billy Ray, forget about bringing that mullet back, bring your little Miley back!

There has been a lot of controversy over Lindsay Lohan and her drug and alcohol addiction. The once innocent little red head who starred in Disney’s remake of “The Parent Trap” is not so innocent anymore, and has been caught numerous times in possession of drugs.

Young girls should not look up to somebody who cannot steer clear of drugs. Quite frankly, everyone is sick of hearing about her going back to rehab. It did not work the first 90 times, and it never will.

Vanessa Hudgens is another vulgar celebrity. She is best known for her role in Disney’s “High School Musical,” and nude pictures, of course.

Hudgens recently has been accused of smoking after she was caught with Marlboro Lights in Los Angeles. It is debatable to say that dream boyfriend Zac Efron would approve, or be proud to say he is dating an ash tray that everybody has seen naked.

Photo: J. Kalupa This Giving Tree, located in the Berlin High School office, has many presents waiting to be delivered to children.

Pop culture trends, divine or disaster:

Winter fashion faux pas

By Nora Weiske The month of December brings the chilly winter weather, yet people still dress as if it were 80 degrees.

Say it with me people, “pneumonia.”

These fashion faux pas are not news. I recognize a few of them from previous years.

Students are still walking into school wearing flip flops, or open toed shoes. Personally, I hate the feeling of snow between my toes.

Furthermore, to those “tough guys” who think it is okay to wear sleeveless cutoff shirts in the middle of the winter, it is NOT okay.

Yeah, we know it is attractive to show off big, buff arms, but be serious. It is cold out -- wear some sleeves.

I have made the mistake of thinking a sweatshirt is going to keep me warm, but when the temperature drops below zero, it is time to bring out the winter apparel.

Knowing the Unknown

By Julie Kalupa

Photo: H.Daul It is a proven fact that a jacket will keep a person warm when it is cold outside, use it!

Winter hats. Where do I even begin? I remember when hats were used to keep a person’s ears warm.

Now, people are wearing them around school as a fashion statement.

It is warm in the school. Pick a temperature, and dress for it.

I dislike being cold. Goose bumps are not exactly the most comfortable sensation.

When it is cold outside, these fashion faux pas are 100 percent disaster.

Impending doom two years away

Looking at my calendar this month, I realized in horror that it is already December 2010 and I have a mere two years of life left before the world as we know it ends. Yeah, right.

In the very off chance that I may actually experience the “change of the universe,” I figured I should at least know what I am in for, right?

Idea number one: We all die. The Earth, the sun and Venus align with a black hole and cause global natural destruction. This will include the poles changing and tectonic plates moving. As a result, massive earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and other disasters will occur. “The Day After Tomorrow” ring any bells?

Idea number two: We will all become psychic. Since December 21, 2012 is the last day of the Great Cycle, according to the Mayan calendar, it is believed that with each cycle, humans become more evolved. We are currently in the fifth cycle. Apparently, they believe that the day, much like a magic wand, will convert

Photo: K. Cheema us into higher beings who will allow the world to live in eternal peace and harmony. I like this idea, especially if it gives me the ability to teleport.

Idea number three: We will experience the return of the Almighty God. The only snafu of this prediction: many religions agree. Hmm.... so whose god is brought back. Do we draw straws?

I am an obvious skeptic of our doom. Although the Mayans, Nostradamus, Aztecs, Christians, Muslims and Hindus all believe that something will happen.

I will now include my prediction of the solemn date: 12/21/2012... I will wake up and continue putting my final touches on my Christmas gifts.

The day will continue as planned.

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Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, Last year, the Cheer and Stunt team took first place at the regional competition which led us to advance to state and take home a third place rank; however, nobody knew.

The Cheer and Stunt team gets no recognition for any award we win. We are the only team in the past three years to win a regional title, but we do not have a banner in the gym.

I think it is unfair that we do not get recognized for winning when every other team gets recognized even when they do not win.

Sincerely, A Cheer and Stunt Team Member

Award winner overcomes tragedy

By Jostun Pomplun

By Ashley Gravunder December’s Student of the Month, senior Halle Daul had to face tragedy and loss to be where she is today.

“One of the biggest things I had to overcome is my mom dying. She passed away when I was ten, and I think I could have gone down the wrong path,” Daul said.

English teacher Jodi Becker believes that Daul has never let this event prevent her from excelling.

“She has not let her mother’s death stop her from succeeding and becoming a young woman her mother would be proud of,” Becker said.

Guidance counselor Ann Ragus thinks that Daul has taken the good from the bad.

“She has had to live without a mother’s support and it has made her stronger and wiser,” Ragus said.

Daul was thrilled when she was told she won this award.

“I did not expect it at all. It is

Student leader earns award

Photo Submitted an honor, it really is,” Daul said.

Daul has been in student council since her sophomore year and is currently student council president.

Becker believes Daul will make an impact on other’s lives.

“She is making a difference in this school and will make a difference in our future,” Becker said.

Daul plans to attend Marian University, where she is going to major in social work.

December’s Student of the Month award goes to Greg Klassa.

“I am excited and it feels good,” Klassa said.

Klassa is involved in many extracurricular activities. He is in student council, swimming and LINC crew.

Klassa is also the Senior Class President.

Klassa excels in both math and science classes.

“He is quite a leader in class,” math teacher Kay Rossow said. “He takes great pride in making sure everyone understands each of the problems. I think he would be an excellent math teacher if he chose to do so.”

One hard class that Klassa took was Honors American Government taught by Andrew Kasuboski.

“I had to put a lot of work into it, and I studied really hard. I kept focused and got on the right track,” Klassa said.

After high school, Klassa plans to attend Ripon College. There he will study to become a biology teacher.

Upcoming Events January 1 Happy New Year!

Photo Submitted “He has a good sense of humor and a love for the subject, which are always important,” science teacher Dave Reich said.

Reich expects Klassa to have a bright future in the science field.

“He has a natural curiosity that extends beyond just looking for the right answer,” Reich said. “He wants a deeper understanding of why things happen the way they do in biology, and he has the academic ability to do so.”

January 7 Academic Decathlon Regional UW-Stevens Point January 10 Jim Wand, Hypnotist

Foreign exchange student prepares to leave first host family

By Amberlee Perry After living with her first Italian host family for almost four months, the time has come for foreign exchange student Crystal Mattice to move in with her second host family.

“I am very nervous to move in with a different family,” Mattice said. “I have done the majority of my growing up and learning here, so it is like a second home to me.

Now, I have to leave.”

Mattice’s experience with her host family has been different than that of other foreign exchange students.

Her host parents are divorced and living in separate homes.

“My (American) parents are married, so it has been a different experience living with divorced parents,” Mattice said. “It is kind of interesting.”

Upon Mattice’s arrival, both she and her host family had to adjust to living with one another.

“A big thing I had to adjust to was the meal times,” Mattice said. “In America, my family wouldn’t have

dinner any later than seven. Here in Italy I have dinner at eight or so and get to bed around 10.”

Mattice’s host mother, Grazia Tralli Chiara Bellomi, has also had to make some adjustments.

“We now have to speak English sometimes,” Grazia said. “Crystal will come with me to run errands and shop as my daughter would.”

Mattice’s older host sister, Chiara Bellomi, has not had to make much of an adjustment.

“I already have a sister, so nothing really changed,” Chiara said.

Grazia feels that she and Mattice have bonded over the last few months.

“We cook together everyday.

She shows me different foods and I show her how we make food here,” Grazia said. “We talk about our opinions and ideas; this has made us much closer.”

Mattice’s host father, Danielle Bellomi, believes he and Mattice have grown closer, as well.

“We enjoy many of the same ideas,” Danielle said. “We have done a lot of things together. We have

gone running and hiking, and we also went to a culture convention.” Danielle is also very impressed with Mattice’s progress.

“She came here speaking almost no Italian, and now I can undestand her,” Danielle said. “She is learning very well.”

Mattice has grown more confident and comfortable around her family over the course of the last four months.

“At first I was constantly worried

This view overlooks the back patio of Mattice’s current host family’s home in Italy.

Mattice will miss the host family with whom she has bonded.

“I will miss just about everything about them,” Mattice said. “My current host mom gives me a lot of freedom, but I don’t know what my next host family will be like.”

Mattice has a thankful farewell for Grazia, Danielle and Chiara.

“My first host family has been really patient with me and openarmed. I could not have asked for anything better.”

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about what they would think of me, but with time I realized that it shouldn’t matter,” Mattice said.

“We come from opposite sides of the world, of course we are going to be different.”

Mattice and her first host family will stay in touch.

“We will still see each other after she moves to her next family. She will be living nearby, and we plan to continue to spend time together.”

4. What people place on top of the tree.

7. Holiday celebrated by African Americans around the world.

8. What children leave for Santa on Christmas Eve. 10. What St. Nicholas fills for girls and boys.

11. The biggest shopping day for Chirstmas.

12. Songs related to the holidays.

13. Under this people exchange a kiss.

15. When the ball drops in Times Square.

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1. A decoration hung on a tree.

2. What bad children receive in their stockings.

3. The Jewish holiday.

4. A jolly old man.

5. Three big balls of snow placed on top of each other.

6. Decorated evergreen.

9. Red and white peppermint candy.

14. Santa’s little helper.

Created by Jenna Horn

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Ethnic Cuisine made local

Bon Appetit

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Lara’s Tortilla Flats

This cute, little restaurant is painted in bright, traditional, Mexican-themed colors. Once inside, the Mexican theme only intensifies with more bright colors and art. However, the English music playing in the background was a bit of a drag; I would have loved to jam out to some spanish songs. Bryce Huggins and I were quickly seated by a young waitress. Studying the menu while snacking on chips and salsa, we immediately knew what we wanted to try: tamales. Our food arrived minutes later and we did not hesitate to dig in. The dish included a tamale, beans, rice, and, of course, more salsa. It was delicious.

Go with a group of friends --> 715 North Main Street, Oshkosh

Vitale’s Italian Cuisine

This place is awesome. I am not an expert on Italian atmosphere and food, but this place is right on. We were seated at a table that was almost too perfect to touch. Our waiter was very helpful, suggesting dishes that would help us have the “authentic Italian experience” and giving us a mini course on proper Italian dining etiquette. We ordered spinach rotolo , minestrone, and freshly baked bread for under $15. And, if I may, the bread was an original recipe brought from Sicily. We ate our fill, and then we ate some more. The food was scrumptious. It was tempting not to order everything on the menu. I will definitely go back to Vitale’s.

Take your prom date here --> 215 W. Murdock Avenue, Oshkosh

Photos and text by Amberlee Perry

Empanadas

Professionally trained chef offers upscale menu

By Julie Kalupa

Chef Joe Hauer is a local man who takes pride in his job. After honing his skills in Arizona, he has returned to the area to please diners at Norton’s of Green Lake.

Recently, reality television has greatly publicized the chef profession. One may wonder if chef school is similar to “Hell’s Kitchen” or “Top Chef.”

“I don’t really see any similarities between school and the reality chef shows,” Hauer said. “But, I do like watching them.”

Unlike the chefs on the television shows who are competing for a prize, Hauer did not have to compete to earn his position.

“I went to Scottsdale Community College in Arizona,” Hauer said. “Otherwise, most of my experience comes from working handson and with other chefs over the years.”

Hauer recalls enjoying to cook from a young age, even though as a child he wanted to be an astronaut or a scientist.

“My favorite food is cranberries,” Hauer said. “But, there isn’t anything I don’t like to cook for

others.”

As with any profession, a chef has its positives and negatives.

Hauer’s least favorite part of the job are the long hours he occasionally has to work, especially during the summer months.

He has many favorite aspects of his career.

“I enjoy the freedom I have to experiment and create (meals), watching people enjoy my food and allowing others to have the most memorable dining experience possible,” Hauer said.

From the diner’s viewpoint, a chef does not seem very different from a cook. However, there is a big difference. Chefs go to school and earn a degree, cooks do not.

“As a chef, I have more responsibilites. I have to plan the menu, supervise others, be a well-rounded cook and do more planning,” Hauer said. “A cook’s main duties are to just carry out the preparation and processses of the kitchen.”

Hauer recommends the chef profession to anyone who loves food, and he also has some advice to give.

“Pay attention, observe the more experienced chefs and cook with your soul,” Hauer said.

Photo : J. Kalupa

Chef Joe Hauer creates delicious meals at Norton’s of Green Lake.

Techniques for international dining

India

No matter where one finds himself in India, there is a universal rule: Eating is only done with the right hand.

In India, most sustenance begins and ends with the roti, or chapati, a flatbread served at nearly every meal. Rice is just as common because it is one of India’s most widely grown crops. Since Indian cuisine is so hands on, it is not When eating with the hands, aluncommon to see people eating rice ways use the right. Feel free to use the with their hands. roti to dip or scoop oher foods.

Always pour your own drink last, no matter the occasion. If possible, toast with the word “gambai.”

Italy

Never add sugar or milk to tea. It is considered rude. China is known for its tea, and to tamper with it is taboo.

Famous for everything from pizza to pasta to fine wines, Italian dining is no joke. Although globalization allows leeway for foreigners’ etiquette, it is not hard to raise eyebrows due to unorthodox dining in Italy. For instance, if a host is stingy on the vino, he is cheap. If one waits to swallow their food before answering a quesLeave your glass full. If it is left tion, he is rude. Finally, do not even empty, or even half full, it will be think about standing up while eating, topped off. as it is unfashionable.

Information from vayama.com

Rotolo

Even when using utensils, the right hand rule applies. If no silverware is available, eat all food with the hands.

Whenever receiving food, accept it with both hands. This is the only exception to the right hand rule.

No matter what you are eating, always use utensils. This includes fast food, certain breads and desserts.

Cy’s Asian Bistro

This restaurant is small, but cozy. It was well decorated and had a very casual atmosphere. I loved their wooden menu decorated with silver elephants and trees. After we were seated, we were given some sort of dried rice to snack on while looking over the menu.

We ordered simple appetizers: shrimp and egg rolls. Our food was brought on cute, rectangle shaped plates. The food was tasty. I noticed that after people finished their meals, the cook would come out of the kitchen to ask how the food was, and to have conversation with some of the customers. This was very impressive.

Go here after a movie --> 208 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Neenah

When finished with a meal, leave utensils to the right of the dish, even if one is offered more, this will work.

Photos and Text By Karnpal Cheema

Photos and text by Amberlee Perry

Calamari NEW HOURS UNTIL SPRING

Wednesday & Thursday 4 -9 p.m.

Friday & Saturday 4 -10 p.m.

Sunday Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Regular menu from 3 -9 p.m. on Sunday

From the outside, this restaurant does not look too exciting. However, once I walked inside, I felt foolish for doubting the place. It was very fancy and incredibly clean. It was beautifully decorated as well, and I was impressed. Our waiter was very quiet, but polite. I ordered squid, while Caleb Draves ordered an eggplant based dish.

The squid did not agree with my taste buds, but the eggplant dish was good. I would like to return and try octopus instead. Make sure everything is eaten, because boxes do not seem to be offered here.

Go here to try something new --> 207 N. Appleton Street, Appleton

China

Since the time of Marco Polo, China has been famous for its wide variety of foods. Today, western culture is mixed with thousand-year old traditions to make an amazing culinary experience.

Due to its use of chopsticks and China’s array of ethnic groups, traditional Chinese dining etiquette is diverse to say the least. Throughout China, When finished with your meal, though, certain guidelines are always leave a small amount of food on your followed, both in formal and informal dish or you will be served more. situations.

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Bon Appetit Apollon

Looking for Models!

We are looking for three juniors to get their senior pictures taken at the end of January for our Style Team!

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Curry Don’t miss Dr. Jim Wand’s appearance here at the high school on January 10, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium.

Happy Holidays!

Make your reservation for New Year’s Eve!

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arts & entertainment

Battle of the bottles: Bobble vs. Camelbak® vs. refills

By Karnpal Cheema

Camelback® Better Bottle

With this whole “Going Green” fad sticking around it seems fitting to review something at the forefront of the movement: water bottles. With so many options to choose from, the average consumer may be confused as to what hydration method to use.

Camelbak® is a well known water bottle manufacturer. Their Better Bottle water bottles are nearly everywhere, and seem to have a loyal following.

Bobble is a new company on the bottle scene. The unique looking Bobble features a small carbon filter that filters water as users drink.

With a cool look and affordable prices, Bobbles are flying off the shelves. Bobble’s following is also increasing, but it is nowhere near that of Camelbak ®’s.

Pros:

-Variety of sizes and colors -No-spill mouthpeice works well - Accesories are easy to buy

Cons:

Pros:

Bobble

Rating out of 5:

-Very affordable -Very easy to find -Easy to replace -No add ons to buy

Eminem’s latest album, “Recovery”, was released in the United States on June 21. This was Eminem’s seventh studio album produced by Aftermath Entertainment and Shady Records.

Anyone who loves upbeat hip-hop or rap genres should really give this album a listen.

“Recovery” consists of 17 hot, new tracks, and there is not a single one with which I did not fall in love.

Comparable to artists like Drake, Lil Wayne and T.I., Eminem uses powerful lyrics paired with strong vocals to bring his music to life.

The first single, “Not Afraid”, was released on April 29. Only one week after its release, “Not Afraid” had already acquired 380,000 digital downloads. This single also managed to debut on the Billboard Hot 100 as number one, the second hip-hop song to do so.

The next single was released on August 17. This song, titled “Love the Way You Lie”, features the very talented Rihanna in the chorus. Eminem’s forceful rhymes pair up with Rihanna’s melodic vocals for a perfect combination, resulting in a first-rate production.

“No Love” was released on October 5, and this single is my personal favorite. Eminem collaborates with

The Bobble features its own filter.

Cons:

-Manufacturing costs outweigh number of bottles recycled -Becomes grimy after repeated use

Rating out of 5:

Camelbak maintains its popularity.

-Easily damaged

Eminem: from ‘Relapse’ to ‘Recovery’

By Caitlyn Schubert

Photo: J. Horn

Refilling of Plastic Water Bottles Pros:

Lil Wayne on this track, which is full of vigorous raps and emotional lyrics.

Parts of the song contain excerpts of the song “What Is Love”, made famous by Haddaway. This interpolation really helps make the song, and relates to the tone of it.

As everyone has either heard or figured out for themselves, Eminem tends to use some very explicit language in his music. I am not going to lie, “Recovery” is a prime example of this. However, an edited version of the album is available, which bleeps out all of the horrific language and leaves some of the milder curse words as is. An edited copy of “Recovery” can be purchased at department stores like Wal-Mart, while unedited copies can be found at places like Best Buy, both for the low price of $13.99.

Eminem has had great success with “Recovery”, and I love every aspect of the album. I would highly recommend “Recovery” to anyone who can appreciate the hip-hop or rap genres. They will not be dissappointed, for it is undoubtedly one of the best albums out there.

Rating out of 5:

Must Download: “No Love”, “Not Afraid”, “Love the Way You Lie”, “Space Bound”

Senior Carlos Martinez and junior Kayla Schenkenberger competed for the title of “Berlin’s Best” at a drama club sponsored talent show.

In a series of three competitons, the audience voted for their favorite performers.

On December 16, Martinez and Schenkenberger sang to determine the winner. Martinez won with his performance of “Here Without You”

by Three Doors Down.

Reel Talk

Potter Part 1 leaves audiences hanging

By Halle Daul Box office buster, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1,” leaves audiences on the edges of their seats, waiting for more.

Whether audiences are Potter fanatics or just go because it is the new fad, this film is hands down the best one so far.

As the young Gryffindor clan becomes more mature, so does the movie content.

First, Potter is macking on his best friend, Ron Weasley’s, younger sister. If that were to happen in any place other than a magical world, he would be dead.

Second, there is more fighting, blood and gore than in the usual Potter flicks. But, that does not mean this is not a family film everyone can enjoy.

Lastly, throughout the film, audiences feel the chemistry between Weasley and Hermione Granger grow. Of course, being the stubborn girl she is, Granger pushes her feelings aside because she knows the journey they are on is life or death. Ms. Granger may be a young wizard genius, but she is

a love idiot. Come on Granger, it is time to hop on that red-headed hunk wagon and fall in love already.

For all the Potter followers, this film is the beginning of the twopart film and over 700 page book, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” Even though this film is just the opening of an action packed second film, it is still phenomenal.

It is the start of Potter, Granger and Weasley’s hunt to find the five remaining horcruxes, while dodging the possible fatal strikes from “He-who-shall-not-be-named,” A.K.A., Voldemort. Yes, I just went there.

Now, for those who have no idea what is going on, my advice: watch the movies, every single one of them.

To try to explain a horcrux in simple terms is difficult. It is a device that can help someone attain immortality. The only way a wizard can create these horcruxes is if they do some horrible deed, such as murder. When he does so, his soul rips into two. Part of the soul remains inside the wizard, whereas the other part of the soul ends up

in a horcrux.

After Voldemort murdered Potter’s parents, he made and placed seven different horcurxes in places that had some sort of sentimental value to him. Without destroying all seven of these horcruxes, Voldemort will remain immortal, which would be disastrous. Confusing, I know.

Even though all the Potter movies are very true to the books, the books still explain everything better than the movie. It may take audiences a bit longer to catch on if they have not read the books.

Like almost every movie adaptation, the books seem to be slightly better than the movies. Yet, throughout this entire film, audiences are engaged and anticipating what twist they will encounter next.

When the movie was in its last minutes, it, of course, had the jawdropping, cliff-hanging ending that, even though they knew it was coming, still left audeinces wanting more.

Rating out of 5:

Holidays By the Number

According to the National Christmas Tree Association, there are 30 million real Christmas trees sold every year in the United States.

The average family spends $935 each year on holiday gifts, according to the American Consumer Credit Council.

Roving Reporter: What is the strangest dream you have ever had?

-Relatively Affordable -Very environmentally friendly -Unique, ergonomic design -Variety of sizes and colors

- Pricy, usually around $14 to $22 Cons: -Need to buy new accessories of- -Hard to find ten, otherwise can be unsanitary -Made of thin plastic, feels flimsy -Noisy when drinking

Rating out of 5:

Photos: K. Cheema

Berlin’s Best

Santa’s sleigh must travel 1,800 miles per second to go everywhere on Christmas Eve, according to The Telegraph newspaper.

The average American gains one pound from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, according to the New York Times.

According to Manta.com, a business search engine, there are 6,919 toy stores in the United States.

“I was having a tournament in a pool, and all of a sudden, this dancing panda came and jumped on the pool table and started throwing the pool balls at everybody,” freshman Brett Dawson said.

“Dallas and I were running in the basement, and all of a sudden, our preschool teachers came in dressed like the witches from the ‘Wizard of Oz’ and chased us around our laundry room,” senior Julia Lewallen said.

“One time, I had a dream that I was a rhino, and my face was still on the rhino, and I would always hit people,” junior Erin Grenier said.

Photos and text by Quinn Thompson

“My bunkbed in my room was a treehouse and there was a hole on the ladder in the tree. As I was going up, I put my hand in it and there was a red glow coming out of the hole and a little superstrong monkey came out and threw me off my bed,” senior Jake Sedarski said.

Ask the Nurse: What is the 24 hour flu? Is it real or is it a myth?

By Terri Maul, RN, BSN

The 24 hour flu is actually viral gastroenteritis. This literally means inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by a virus. Some people call it the stomach flu, but this is incorrect terminology. So, when someone says they have the 24 hour flu, what they really mean is they have a virus affecting their stomach and intestines: viral gastroenteritis.

Symptoms of viral gastroenteritis are diarrhea, abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, muscle aches, possible headache and sometimes a low grade fever.

People catch it through contact with an infected person or by eating contaminated food or water. It usually lasts 12-60 hours.

What do you do?

1. Be sure to rest—your body is working hard to fight the infection.

2. Sip clear fluids such as Gatorade, tea, water, white soda, apple juice and broth. Popsicles and Jello are good, too. Avoid milk products (except for yogurt) until you have recovered.

3. On the second day, introduce food slowly. Start with saltine crackers and chicken and rice or noodle soup. Yogurt with acidophilus is a good choice. Some people use the “BRAT” diet to slowly reintroduce food to their systems

— bananas, rice, applesauce and toast.

4. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is okay to take for aches and pains.

Avoid ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn) and aspirin as these can irritate the stomach lining when a person is not eating.

If symptoms worsen, see a doctor. This includes inability to keep fluids down, vomiting for more than two days, vomiting blood, blood in your stool or a fever of 104 degrees or higher.

Also, see the doctor if dehydration occurs. Signs of dehydration include excessive thirst, dry mouth, amber or brown urine, little or no urine, severe dizziness, weakness and lightheadedness.

Occasionally, a person may experience a severe case of gastroenteritis for up to 10 days. In these extreme cases, it is wise to seek medical advice.

The best prevention for the “24 hour bug,” is to wash your hands frequently, especially after using the bathroom. Avoid touching your face with your hands. Wash produce before eating. Drink only purified or treated water. Cook meat and eggs thoroughly. Avoid sharing drinks and utensils with other people.

Remember, whatever goes in usually finds its way out.

Photo: Q. Thompson Scott relaxes on the hood of his minivan secure in the knowledge that his minivan is best in the lot.

By Quinn Thompson Junior Wade Scott drives away with December’s “King of the Lot” title. His 1995 Nissan Quest is a big hit among his friends and stands out among all other cars in the student parking lot. He also has a good idea as to why he was selected as “King of the Lot” this month.

“My baby-blue minivan is awesome. I mean, look at it. It is beautiful,” Scott said.

Scott’s minivan is one-of-a-kind. It could not be mistaken for anyone else’s ride. Few vehicles exhibit the same features as “The Quest” does.

“The windows do not roll down, and there is a big dent in the passenger side door because my mom backed into me,” Scott said. “All my friends love it and we go cruising in it all the time.”

Scott’s minivan has been through a lot since he has had it. Like most kids his age, he likes to experiment with what his minvan is capable.

“There are so many crazy things I have done with my minivan; I go drifting and do stupid stuff,” Scott said.

Scott has had his share of adventures with “The Quest”, but not every experience with his minivan has been a positive one.

“I spun out in front of a cop before, but I did not tell anyone,” Scott said. “Now, everyone will know.”

If you have a recommendation for King of the Lot, submit it to Ms. Kuehmichel in room T115.

Top 10 over-publicized celebs of 2010

By Halle Daul

1. Kanye West- We heard his apology to T. Swift. Stop talking about it, Kanye. We know you do not mean it.

2. Taylor Swift- Your songs are not good. Stop singing about when you were 15.

3. Justin Beiber- He is an over paid baby.

4. Heidi Montag- The plastic surgeon stopped answering her calls.

5. Lil Wayne- It does not matter if he is over-publicized. He deserves to be talked about too much.

6. The Kardashians- Being rich for no reason is nothing great. Let’s not broadcast your life around the whole world. It is annoying.

7. Miley Cyrus- Go back to being a good girl. Sing about slumber parties, not about being untamable. We liked you better that way.

8. Tiger Woods- America knows that adultry is frowned upon. But, doing it over and over again is a bit ridiculous.

9. Jon and Kate Gosselin- He is dating somebody 15 years younger than he is, and she is pubically spanking her children. They are both tragic.

10. Jersey Shore Cast- The “situations” they get themselves into are hilarious, but really unflattering. No one cares if it is t-shirt time; put on some clothes, and simmer down on the GTL.

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sports

Early injury sets back girls varsity

By Nora Weiske With expectations of being the best team they can be, the girls varsity basketball team plays to their potential.

“Our main goal is to play more aggressive defense,” Head Coach Joel Johansen said. “We also want to reduce the number of total turnovers from the last two years.”

After losing five senior girls from the team, the new varsity team has to fill positions.

“The team graduated five starters last year,” Johansen said. “People might write us off as a re-building team, but I do not see it that way.”

With an early injury to starter Kattie Gregor, the team may lose depth in the guard position.

“Kattie’s injury will definitely set us back,” Johansen said. “Anytime you lose one of your starters to injury, it changes everybody’s role in practice and in game situations.”

Gregor tore her ACL and will be out for the rest of the season.

“I will be on crutches for awhile, then I have to get surgery and do rehab so I can walk again,” Gregor said.

The dance team started practicing during the last week of October. Not only did they begin a new season, but they also began with an almost entirely new team.

“There are almost all new dancers on the team, a new captain and a new coach,” Co-captain Mariah Moe said.

Coach Jamie Emerson took the job as coach because she wanted to get back into dance.

“I was on the dance team in high school, and I really missed it,” Emerson said.

The dancers are excited to have Emerson as coach.

“She is a lot of fun. When we need to get down to work, she keeps us on track,” dancer Kayla Konen said.

Moe also likes the new coach.

“She is really nice and she works hard to make this a good team,” Moe said.

The team had their first performance on Tuesday, November 30 at the boys basketball game. They danced to the song, “Boom, Shake, Drop.”

“The performance went really well. I am proud of them,” Emerson said.

Teamwork is very important for any team, and the dance team has it.

“Working together is the team’s strongest point,” Captain Amanda McClelland said.

Another important aspect to have on a team is good leadership.

“One of our strongest points is that we have two really good captains to push us,” Konen said.

Emerson has goals for the season.

“I would like to do well at com-

Newton too much for Ducks

By Quinn Thompson

Photo: EDGE Photography Senior Kattie Gregor takes the ball down the court against Winneconne. Gregor later injured her knee in the very same game.

Junior Amaya Bruce-Allington starters to an injury will be hard.”

“Our juniors are all solid playfeels the team is losing valuable Sophomores who had floor time ers,” Johansen said. “The sopholeadership with Gregor out for the last year, Callie Walker and Mad- mores are also very fundamentally rest of the season. die Koster look to continue where sound players.”

“We also need to step up our de- they left off.

Sophomore Laura Trochinski is fense. Kattie was a great defender,” “Playing on the varsity team this a first-year on the varsity team. said Bruce-Allington. year is different than last year,” said “It is much faster paced than the The varsity team consists of only Walker. “I play more this year than J.V. games were,” Trochinski said. two seniors while the rest are un- last year, so I have to step up my “I enjoy playing with the girls on derclassmen. game.” the varsity team.”

“The younger players rely on the Stacked with 11 girls, the varsity The Lady Indians will take on seniors for guidance,” Johansen team looks for leadership from ju- the Wautoma Hornets on January said. “Losing one of the two senior niors, as well.

4 at Wautoma.

Dance team begins season with new coach

By Anna Gravunder

Future Sports:

petion,” Emerson said.

One of the team’s goals is to improve on the splits.

“We want to have every girl be able to do the splits by competition season,” Konen said.

Every team has its weakness and the dance team is no exception.

“We are a young and inexperienced team, but we can overcome that disadvantage,” Emerson said.

The team has specific plans for improvement.

“We need to improve on the sharpness of our arms and watching our lines as we perform,” Emerson said.

Photo: EDGE Photography

The dance team’s first performance was hip hop with poms at the boys basketball home game against Clintonville.

Top ranked Auburn is set to face number two, Oregon, in the BCS National Championship game on January 10.

A game featuring Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton of Auburn and running back LaMichael James of Oregon will provide nothing less than a quality football game between two undefeated teams.

Auburn has established itself as the best team in the country by maintaining an undeafeted record with the fourth toughest schedule among college football teams.

Oregon averaged nearly 50 points per game on its way to recording an undefeated regular season, as well.

The outcome of this game will be simple. If James cannot outperform Newton, expect the Auburn Tigers to leave Glendale with a national championship under their belts.

Controversy had surrounded Newton and Auburn prior to the end of the regular season. It would only be fitting that Auburn finishes with a 14-0 record to add to the drama.

Unfortunately, Auburn will be the fourth SEC team to win the national championship in the last five years.

However, the Oregon Ducks should be a challenging opponent for the Tigers. If they prevent Newton from playing well, they have a chance at bringing a national championship to the Pac10 conference once again.

The final prediction: Auburn beats Oregon 42-39 in a competitive game between two great football teams.

Team led by state qualifiers

By Jostun Pomplun The boys swim team has high expectations for this season after sending a number of swimmers to state last year.

“My expectations are to send as many individuals to state as possible,” Coach Bill Clewien said.

The team lost 11 seniors from a total of 20 boys on last year’s team. This season, they added two freshmen who have swimming experience along with four others who are new to swimming.

“The new guys are making steady improvements,” Clewien

Photo: EDGE Photography Junior Dylan Young is one of the Indians’ top returning swimmers. He hopes to make it to state this season like he did last year in the relays.

said.

Juniors Dylan Young and Greg Hameister are two top returning swimmers from last season with Hameister capturing a state title in the 50 yard freestyle and a third place finish in the 100 yard freestyle.

“It felt great to win state because I didn’t expect it at all,” Hameister said. “I didn’t expect to go from twelfth my freshman year to first the next.”

Young went to state last season in relays that placed eleventh and eighth. Senior Greg Klassa also went to state last season in the 100 yard breaststroke finishing eleventh and thirteenth in the 100 yard freestyle.

“I think these three have a good chance of returning to state, hopefully along with one more to make up some relays,” Clewien said.

Young is a leader of the team and a co-captain with Klassa.

“Coach put me as captain this year, and I’m tyring to get the team to come to practice on a regular basis, morning practice and the workouts,” Young said.

So far, the Indians have had four meets in which they have done well.

“The season is going pretty well since we have had a few meets and we’ve done well at them,” Young said.

There are things that Hameister would like the team to improve on.

“We need to improve our work ethic in practice because we usually aren’t motivated. If we want to accomplish anything by the end of the season like sectionals and state we need to work harder in practice,” Hameister said.

The swimmers are also there for each other during meets.

“The boys do a good job of supporting each other,” Clewien said.