October 2018

What’s inside?

Helping homeless in Raleigh Pg. 4

Kavanaugh and #MeToo Pg. 5

School honors fallen runner Pg. 12

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Group projects

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The tardy bell

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The “T” intersection The ghost of classes barely passed

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Code red lockdowns

October 2018

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Political campaigns target young voters BY: Shannon Aikens Editor-in-Chief

The political activism demon- Price Education Affordability Act— paign trail, and he has outpaced strated by the students of Park- which gave tax breaks on student most every other campaign in land High School, setting the country with the milof the school shooting killlions he’s spent on digital ing 17 people, has made it advertising,” according seem like young people are to The Texas Tribune. more engaged in politics Outrage caused by the than ever before. However, inadequate questioning the polls tell a different story. of Facebook CEO Mark In the last midterms, CBS Zuckerberg earlier this reported that voters between year and Hillary Clinton’s ages 18 and 29 “made up mishandling of digital 13 percent of the national Senate candidate Beto O’Rourke has run a successful communication in 2016 electorate [in 2014], comshows that young voters digital campaign. pared to 19 percent in 2012, care about campaigns representing approximately 14 loans. Young voters more so than that are technologically competent. million fewer young voters.” any other demographic understand Sanderson senior Woody Wisz The downward trend of young the burden of loans and paying for started the Young Americans Protest voters started in the past decade. higher education, so Price’s plat- (YAP!), a nonprofit organization As society changes at a rapid pace, form is especially appealing to them. dedicated to encourage political political campaigns must adapt their In addition to focusing on issues activeness in young people. He platforms to engage newer voters. more prominent to younger demo- agrees that “political organizaDavid Price, the U.S. House repre- graphics, the use and understand- tions have to find contemporary sentative for North Carolina’s fourth ing of technology may be key for channels through which to interact district, has dedicated a significant political candidates to appeal to with young people—canvassing, portion of his platform to providing a new generation of voters. Beto direct mail, and other traditionquality, affordable education. Dur- O’Rourke, a favorite among Texas al methods clearly don’t work.” ing his time as a Congressman, he residents to unseat Senate incum- Wisz believes change must occur supported Pell Grant scholarships, bent Ted Cruz, “regularly draws within the way campaigns are run advocated against high interest an audience of thousands to his because “young voters have an rates for financial aid, and authored Facebook page by livestreaming imperative to vote because they’re his own piece of legislation—the mundane moments on the cam- directly shaping their own futures.”

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Terrifying Halloween Costumes

Vol. LI, Number 2

Spartans plan to break records in Food Drive

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AP summer reading

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The cafeteria

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Failure

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A college rejection letter

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A steadily dropping GPA BY: Maggie Duffy Features Editor

BY: Grace Barnard Circulation Manager Photo courtesy of SHS The annual Sanderson Food heard of the Food Drive before STUDENT COUNCIL Drive is quickly approachwill want to donate this year.” ing, and the Spartans are To donate, students can planning to shatter records participate in their first again this year. Sanderson period classroom competition is known all around Wake beginning November 12 and County for the Food Drive bein the Penny Wars, which will cause it is rare for another high be going on at the same time. school in Raleigh to come Later in the month, Dollars for close to Sanderson’s record.

Desserts will bring in more Last year, Sanderson set a money toward the food drive. new record of $110,093 raised Mrs. Davis, a competitive teacher in the contest for most class for the Food Bank of Last year’s Executive Council presenting the check to the donations explained, “I Central & Eastern Food Bank of Central & Easter NC. NC, the equivalent of plan to beat the competition 553,793 meals. This by encouraging my 1st girls in which boys play volleyball. year, the goal for the Food Drive The push towards meeting this goal period class of seniors to canvass is set at 184,000 pounds. To raise began back in summer when the ex- neighborhoods, seek donations money, Sanderson’s Executive ecutive council began searching for through their workplace, and give Council will host several events sponsorships from Raleigh business- their own hard earned money to the during October and November, es. The sponsors will be featured on Food Drive. Also, the Cuss Cup is such as the Spartan Sprint and Vol- the back of the Spartan Sprint shirts slowing getting filled with money leybros. The Spartan Sprint is a race that will be given out at the race. from students who cannot control open to all students. It takes place Risa Bolash, student body secre- their inappropriate language.” on a challenge course made by the tary, said, “we want to be a very There will also be other opportunities executive council. Volleybros is the inclusive Executive Council. We to contribute to the Food Drive like boy’s equivalent to Powderpuff for hope that people who have never the Spartan Sprint and Volleybros.

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News Equity Team breaks down Netflix rolls out interactive barriers content Popular streaming service Netflix all ranging from 40 to 90 minutes. has entered the realm of interactive The precedent set with this unusual storylines. A few choose-your- format, combined with the show’s own-adventure shows and mov- pervading technological themes, ies have already debuted, most creates a great opportunity for of which are kids’ programming. Netflix to test out new interactive What people are most excited for, features with an adult audience. however, are the rumored interac- “I really like how [“Black Mirror”] combines future technology with tive “Black Mirror” episodes.

According to Lucas Shaw of present-day technology and how it Bloomberg, one episode of the impacts people in both positive and negashow’s fifth tive ways,” season w i l l senior Emma feature Litra interactive elstated. ements. “ I t “The definitely foray shows i n t o Photo Courtesy of nicole chooseu s moorefield where yourtechownNetflix is planning an interactive episode of “Black Mirror.” a d nology venture programming represents will go in the future and how we a big bet on a nascent form of should use it.” She believes an inentertainment known as interac- troduction of interactive storylines tive TV,” Shaw writes. “As Net- will enhance the overall viewing flix expands around the world, experience and make each episode it’s looking for new ways to lure more personal. The show is “alcustomers. By blending elements ready intense on its own,” she says, of video games with traditional “and I think by letting people detelevision, the company could cre- cide what they do, especially since ate a formula that can be applied it is so technologically-focused, to any number of series.” ... will definitely be an immersive Emmy-winning “Black Mirror” experience.” is a British sci-fi anthology that Sanderson teachers Laura Heruses suspense and satire to point nandez and April Yentzer also out perceived errors in today’s so- excited about the new interactive ciety. The show, which premiered episode. Hernandez is a fan of in 2011, was an early pioneer of “Black Mirror” because “I like the nontraditional format now how they do a twist on everyday popular with Netflix originals. events,” she stated. “Sometimes it’s Episodes and seasons vary greatly, sad because … that’s really what’s with entirely different casts and happening. It’s a horror story in directors in each installment. For real life,” Hernandez added. example, the first season has only Season five of “Black Mirror” is three episodes while the third and set to release in December of this fourth seasons have six episodes, year.

As one of Sanderson’s many new “As members of the Equity Team, organizations, the Equity Team we are supposed to relay our expeseeks to bridge the communica- riences and what we see going on tion gap between students and at the school to Mr. Brown, who teachers regarding diversity and in turn talks with the faculty,” the fair treatment of all students. stated Ikharo. “We’re supposed By working to ensure more oppor- to work together to make sure tunities for we adhistorically dress the oppressed dispargroups at ity withSanderson, in the the team’s school students and commustaff hope to nity and impact reensure gional and teachnational coners are versations aware of surrounding it.” equity.

AnSenior other Sanderson’s Equity Team at their first meeting.

Efhe Ikhagoal ro, one of the team’s student lead- of the organization is to distiners, repeated a phrase she heard at guish between the terms “equity” the Equity Conference. “We are and “equality,” which are often the microcosm,” she stated, “and used interchangeably. “The differwe are working toward the general ence between equity and equality macrocosm of the issues. Change is that equality is encompassed in starts with smaller communities.” equity,” explained Senior Greear Led by Assistant Principal Mr. Webb, another student leader.

Brown and English teacher Ms. “Some people may have to give Reddick, the Equity Team is up what they’ve historically had comprised of 25 students from dif- more of in order for everyone ferent backgrounds who were rec- to be on the same level.” Ikharo ommended by Sanderson teach- concurred, saying, “Equality is ers. Over time, the organization equal access while equity is equal hopes to invite more students and opportunity.” get the whole school involved in If you are interested in becomdifferent projects and campaigns. ing a part of the Equity Team, let The first meeting, which occurred a teacher or Mr. Brown know. To on September 20, taught students stay up to date with the Equity about the importance of multi- Club’s projects and conversaculturalism in the school system tions, follow @shsequityteam on and how it benefits the academic Instagram. experience.

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News Number of women running for political office in 2018 soars BY: Mary Frances Vincent Business Manager

local level, EMILY’S List has endorsed 24 women running for office in North Carolina.

Another resource for all women candidates is the Women’s

resources the WCF provide for the candidates are more coverage in the media, branded material, and skill building.

Former New Hampshire

will there be enough (women on the Supreme Court?)’ And I say, ‘When there are nine.’

People are shocked. But there have been nine men, and nobody’s ever raised a question about that.” Ginsburg shows that while it is normal for men to hold t h e m a j o rity of political offices, it is yet to be normalized for women.

“We’re not going to see 240 years of women’s underrepresentation in politics end in one election cycle,” Debbie Walsh, director of the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University says. She points out while there might be an increase in women in political offices, it is not going to change overnight.

If students want to help get more women into political offices, they should vote and campaign for them and let others know about the need for more women in office.

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In the 2018 midterms, 256 women are running for U.S. Congress and 3,379 women are running for state legislature. Both numbers are record-breaking.

Out of the 256 women running for U.S Congress, 234 are running for the House of Representatives while the other 22 are running for the Senate. The Democrats have 197 women running while the Republicans have 59.

One tool Democrat women are using in this election is the non-profit EMILY’S List. EMILY’S list stands for “Early Money is Like Yeast (i.e., it makes the dough rise).”

This acronym means that the money gained early in the campaign contributes to more money later. The EMILY’S List’s mission statement is “[electing] pro-choice Democratic women to office.” 70 out of the 182 Democrat women running for U.S House are recommended by EMILY’S List, and 12 out of the 15 Democrat women running for U.S Senate are also recommended. On a

Some of the female candidates endorsed by the Women’s Campaign Fund (WCF).

Campaign Fund (WCF). The WCF is a non-partisan organization with the goal of having half of the elected offices held by women by 2028. The only requirements that the WCF has to endorse a woman candidate is that she also wants 50% representation in elected offices, can find common ground with others to be a better leader, and has the drive and credentials to win her election. The

Governor and current Senator Margaret Hassan credits the WCF in her 2012 win saying, “Early and ongoing support from the WCF was really important in my race. WCF ensures that there will be women at all levels of government.”

As more women run for political, office people quote Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg who said, “I’m sometimes asked, ‘When

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News Efforts increase to decrease homelessness BY: Savannah Gunter Arts & Entertainment Editor

the U.S. where a worker earning the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour would be able

outdoors, which is the reality for most homeless Americans.

Homelessness is a rapidly

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Urban Ministries recently announced that in partnership with Wake County, they will be “expanding [our] Helen Wright Center to serve more than 70 women each night,” which will almost double their current number. According to the Urban Ministries Instagram page, “construction is planned to begin in 2019 at our new location on Bastion lane. We’re excited to be able to serve more women in their journey from homelessness to home!”

Over the past few years, homelessness has become increasingly more prominent in America. According to The Week, “about 554,000 people in the U.S. were homeless on any given night in 2017 — including nearly 58,000 families with children — meaning they didn’t have a safe, permanent place to sleep.” In Raleigh specifically, the homeless population increased by about 8% in 2017. Most recently, Hurricane Florence has destroyed around 30,000 homes on the East Coast, according to Vox, which has added a substantial number to the homeless total.

According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, the reason for this increase is that “there are now only 12 counties in

The Helen Wright Center for women is expanding this year.

to afford a one-bedroom rental home on their own.” This is due to the increasing economy of the nation. An increasing economy is typically seen as a very positive thing, but it also overlooks the homeless population and makes it increasingly difficult to survive when the cost of living is steadily rising.

Additionally, the government often criminalizes sleeping

worsening issue, but efforts are being put forward to stop it. In Raleigh, shelters like the Helen Wright Center, Raleigh Rescue Mission, and Family Promise provide housing for Raleigh’s homeless population.

In addition to expanding its current facility, the Helen Wright Center is working to build another women’s shelter in Raleigh. Recently a pay-what-

you-can restaurant called A Place at the Table opened in Downtown Raleigh. The restaurant’s mission is to provide free meals to those who can’t afford them. Urban Ministries has “responded to [their] neighbors in crisis by providing basic needs – food, medicine and shelter” since 1981. All of these places are volunteer-based, which means they need ablebodied people to help serve others.

One such community servant, Sanderson junior Abby Dittmann, has volunteered at the Helen Wright Center downtown, which she considered “really fun and a good experience.” Dittmann spoke about how she and her mom “would bring dinner for them and serve them and they were all super nice and funny.”

She continued, “it felt really great to help incredibly nice people out that have had people treat them poorly. It was so simple, but everyone there was really thankful, which is so awesome. I think it is absolutely necessary to volunteer at shelters and help homeless people because sometimes people get into bad situations and need some help to recover and get back on their feet.”

There are so many opportunities for Raleigh’s citizens to give back. If more students, parents, and citizens actively served the homeless, the problem could be lessened or even alleviated altogether .

Sanderson announces Morehead-Cain and Park scholarship nominees BY: Valeria Borthayre Staff Writer

“It’s really an honor. If I get the scholarship, I hope to have the re-

character. The four year scholarship is valued at up to $110,000, photo courtesy ofvaleria borthyare

Sanderson has selected this year’s nominees for the prestigious Morehead-Cain and Parks scholarships. Seniors Olivia Lannom, Greear Webb, Natalie Fidler, and Lizzie Mcintosh are nominees for the Morehead Scholarship, while Efhe Ikharo and Ashlyn Fidler are selected for the Park Scholarship.

The Morehead-Cain Scholarship, founded in 1945, was the first merit scholarship established in the United States. It covers all expenses during four years of undergraduate studies at UNC Chapel Hill. Scholars have the opportunity to participate in the Morehead-Cain Summer Enrichment Program established in 1974. Its purpose is to help scholars learn about making an impact in the world. Throughout the course of the program, students gain confidence, independence, and hands-on experience.

“I feel pretty amazing about getting nominated.” says Lannom, a member of the Sandscript.

The Sanderson Morehead and Park scholarship nominees.

sources to start research in neuroscience, while I also enrich myself and my learning through meeting other people with high goals.”

Named after Roy H. Park, the Parks Scholarship is awarded at North Carolina State University based on accomplishments and

covering expenses ranging from books to supplies. Approximately 40 awards are given to in-state students each year. Scholars are also eligible for additional grants to further fund projects and research opportunities.

“I feel really honored,” Ikharo

said. “It’s one of the top schools in North Carolina especially in design which is an area I am interested in. I’m hoping that I get to meet more people since the scholarship brings in people from all over the country.”

Best of luck to this hard-working group of selected students!

Spartans have their say: Who do you think will run against President Trump in 2020?

“Joe Biden” - Jennifer Mejia, 11

“Kanye West” - Josue Moyao, 12

BY: Lindsay DeAngelis Staff Writer

BY: Grace Barnard Circulation Manager

After much debate and contro- and sideshows to distract from his versy, Judge Brett Kavanaugh reasoning for electing Kavanaugh is officially the newest member to the Supreme Court. He could of the United States Supreme have easily chosen another ReCourt. On the surface, it seems publican who doesn’t have such a like Republicans are benefitting complicated past. He knows that from this new addition. But who Kavanaugh will be partial and push are the real winners and losers? Is the Conservative agenda, which is it women or men, Republicans or why he was so dead set on getting him on the Supreme Court.

Democrats, poor or rich?

Women are obviously losing Some may argue that Kavanaugh in the sense of progressive law. was being framed to look like a The #Metoo movement suffers criminal with a questionable past another blow. Yet again, another when Dr. Ford came forward, but woman has been called a liar for Kavanaugh was already a conspeaking her truth about sexual troversial nominee back when he assault. Democrats have lost was first nominated in 2003 by control of the Supreme Court George W. Bush. TIME magazine to Republicans. Now, the White states, “Kavanaugh’s nomination House, the Supreme Court, to the D.C. Circuit in July 2003 was highly and Concontrovergress are sial beeven more cause of right— his role in leaning very parw h i c h tisan matmeans the ters, includDemoing judicial crats have nominalost in that tions.” It sen se as took the well. Time Senate and time three years again, Kato confirm vanaugh him to the used his D.C. Cirplace on Brett Kavanaugh, the newest member of the cuit bethe bench Supreme Court. cause they to enhance the power of corporations and the were so conflicted. wealthy. This means that with The recent claims against Kavamore power, Kavanaugh will naugh’s character by Dr. Blasey continue to serve the wealthy Ford, along with the the other and powerful instead of the com- allegations of assault in his past, munity at large. His presence prove that he is not fit to hold a on the Supreme Court will put lifetime seat on the Supreme Court, the fundamental protections of not to mention his inappropriate workers, consumers, and lower behavior during the hearing. His class members at risk of being loud outbursts prove his obvious snuffed out for corporations and temperment issues that are sure to cause further issues in the future. the powerful few.

Another “loser” in this situ- His blatant political bias should ation is the Earth. Kavanaugh bar him from the position as well. is considered one of the most Furthermore, it is clear that Kaanti-environmental judges in vanaugh plans to blindly stamp America. During his career as a Trump’s agenda for decades to judge, he has often ruled in favor come. of corporate polluters, paying no What does this mean for the attention to public health protec- future of the nation? Supreme tions. Now that he is confirmed, Court members serve for an enit is expected he will continue tire lifetime so any new addition to ignore the issue of man-made is monumental. This is why it is important for Sanderson students climate change.

The true winner is one man to pay attention to the issues suralone — Donald Trump. Kava- rounding this case. Soon, many naugh is just an instrument of students will be of age to vote the Republican party, an insur- which is why it is important to start ance policy for the fraud him- establishing values and beliefs now. self. Trump, like a magician, If not of age to vote, students can has directed the attention of the use their voice and call senators to American people, to side debates speak their minds.

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“Michelle Obama” - Shalea Brown, 10

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OP-ED Brett Kavanaugh joins Supreme Court

Spartans have their say: Who do you think will run against President Trump in 2020?

“Beyoncé” - Claire Ellington, 9

“Nicolas Cage” - Ryan Self, 12

“Oprah” - Grace Midha, 11

OP-ED America runs on fumes BY: Savannah Gunter Arts & Entertainment Editor

Transportation is one of the most important elements of society — it facilitates the movement of people from one location to another. In many parts of the world, public transportation allows masses of people to make their everyday commute at the same time. In the United States, this is not often the case. The U.S. practices individualism to the point of environmental toxicity — the primary mode of transportation for most individual Americans is the car, which is both inefficient in the grand scheme of things and detrimental to the environment.

According to Joseph Stromberg of Vox, “American buses, subways, and light rail lines consistently have lower ridership levels, fewer service hours, and longer waits between trains than those in virtually every comparably wealthy European and Asian country. At the same time, a much greater percentage of US public transit costs are subsidized by public tax dollars.” This means America is spending millions of dollars a year on inefficient and unused public transit systems.

Only 15 rapid transit systems

exist across the entire United States, all of which are in large, metropolitan areas. Most American cities were built postautomobile, so it makes sense that far more U.S. citizens rely on their personal cars rather than

Many attach a stigma to American public transportation. With the exception of most major cities, Americans tend to look down on those who can’t afford a car of their own. In many cities, including Raleigh, buses

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In the United States, use of automobiles greatly outranks use of public transportation.

trains, buses, or metros, but all those automobiles create a high cost for both the citizens and the environment. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, cars cause 75 percent of carbon monoxide pollution in the U.S. — pollution that could be drastically lowered with the installation of public transportation systems.

are used significantly less than private automobiles. According to a GoRaleigh customer survey taken last fall, a quarter of bus riders make less than $15,000 a year, and nearly half make less than $30,000 per year. This implies — not incorrectly — that lower-class Americans are more likely to use public transportation. What many Americans

don’t realize is that if everyone used public transportation, 75% of carbon dioxide emissions would be discontinued and Americans would spend far less money on cars, insurance, and gasoline.

Sanderson junior Lane Swecker took notice of the metro systems while she was in Europe two summers ago, saying they were “more environmentally conscious” than cars in the U.S. “I think a lot of it does have to do with size,” she added, “since they can afford to maintain it with all the people living there.”

Having ridden the bus to school for years, junior Valentyna Semenova agrees that “buses and other forms of public transportation are definitely more efficient than cars and less dangerous for the environment.”

America should shift to public transport systems rather than expensively polluting the environment on account of individualism. With the addition of metro and bus systems in the United States, more jobs would be available and the average American would save money on gas, car insurance, and cars themselves.

Applications rob students

BY: Olivia Lannom Online Editor

BY: Olivia Lannom Online Editor

This November, midterm elections mine how many young voters will are taking place in the United States. show up to the polls, politicians Every year, millions of Ameri- tend to ignore the fact that there can teens become eligible to vote, will be newly registered voters in but the majority do each election. not think to register.

Senior Sarah However, Sanderson Grace Johnson is High School has set an intern for Sydout to change this by ney Batch, a candihelping all seniors date for NC House pre-register to vote District 37. Johnthrough English and son stated, “Young Civics classes. people are the future Teen voting is crucial to the Teen voting has of our government, government. been a controversial and they should be subject in politics for as long as the aware of the choices being made. voting age has been 18. Young voters It is important for teens to educate are one of the most influential groups themselves in order to make an in elections. The pressure that is put impact in our world.” on young voters should not deter Many people choose not to vote, teenagers from registering because it ignoring how much of a privilege is important to have younger Demo- being able to vote is. For centuries, cratic and Republican voices heard. minorities and women fought to Millions of eligible voters do not have a say in the government, but vote in the midterm elections because now people take it for granted. It is they think that midterms are less disappointing how many students important than presidential elections. choose not to vote simply because However, these elections tend to be they are lazy. crucial to the structure of local gov- If you are able to vote in this elecernment. Currently, North Carolina tion and need help registering, go is Republican dominated, so student to Ms. Rhodes’ room in 213. If you votes could either keep it that way or are 16 and want to preregister, you change it. Since it is hard to deter- can also contact Ms. Rhodes.

High school students are being Sanderson senior Layla Ejlali stated, robbed. No, they’re not being mugged “The way that colleges make us pay in the parking lot. Instead, they are for applications is disgusting. It is a being fleeced by institutes of higher scam that they use to get our money, learning. It is becoming evident to high and it is unfair to students who canschool seniors that the not afford this pricey application process is process.” not free. Before apply Some might claim ing, most people are that Free College not aware that applicaApplication Week tions can cost between could benefit North $60 and $100. Many Carolinians, but colleges have fee waivmost of the major ers available, but it can Some students spend hundreds of public institutions, dollars on applications. be difficult for the aversuch as NC State age person to get the waivers.

University and UNC Chapel Hill, In addition to the application fees, do not participate, resulting in apapplicants have to pay $12 per test plicants paying the usual $85 apper school to send test scores from plication fee. the ACT and SAT. Even if a fee is Sanderson Guidance Counselor Mr. waived, almost everyone has to pay Donatini explained, “It is lucky that to send scores, which can really start we even have the free application to add up. If a student applies to the week. Even though it is not available recommended number of six schools, for bigger schools, students should it would cost between $72 and $78 to still take it to their advantage when send test scores. Not to mention if a applying to smaller schools.” student wants to superscore the ACT, Catawba College, a small private then they have to send tests costing up school located in Salisbury, North to $156. This is discrimination against Carolina, has no application fee, people who cannot pay because it is encouraging students of all financial exclusion based on economic status. backgrounds to apply. This institu The expense of college tuition is a tion is setting a fantastic example for given, but few consider the fees as- other universities because it gives sociated with college applications. equal opportunity to all students.

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Teens register to vote

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Is rap changing a “lil” or a lot?

OP-ED The fight for Roe persists

BY: Lila Peters Staff Writer

The fight for reproductive freedom has Vice President Mike Pence, and Rick Perry. been a constant in the lives of women for The American Life League is committed to decades. In 1973, when the Supreme Court “protection of all innocent human beings ruled on Roe v. Wade, there was a light at from the moment of creation to natural the end of the tunnel for abortion rights. death.” Their main goal is to see Roe v.

This light has since been dimmed by con- Wade overturned and make abortion illegal stant criticism from the government and once again. other opponents.

This brings up the argument of whether or In 1969, 21 year-old Norma Leah Mc- not abortion rights is “settled law.” Settled Corvey Nelson, better known as “Jane law is a law that is so well-established, it Roe,” became pregnant with her third child. is no longer subject to debate. Recent SuShe was unable to get an preme Court appointment abortion because it was Judge Brett Kavanaugh illegal in Texas unless the said on many occasions pregnancy was the result of that he believes abortion rape or incest. Her friends rights are not settled law, suggested that she falsely but has since redacted his claim she was raped so she statements to say Roe v. could get the procedure, Wade is indeed settled, but because there was no but only to an extent. This, police report of the alleged among many other things, rape, she was still denied an sparked controversy withThe fight for Roe v.

Wade still abortion. McCorvey was in his judicial confirmation continues 45 years later. then referred to attorneys process.

Linda Coffee and Sarah Weddington, who Since the retirement of Justice Anthony filed suit for her under the alias Jane Roe. Kennedy, abortion rights will depend on The defendant against Roe was attorney Kavanaugh. Kennedy was the swing vote Henry Wade, who represented the State of within the Supreme Court, and taking his Texas. After a panel of judges from the Dis- place will be the Trump-appointed Kavatrict Court ruled abortion unconstitutional, naugh. When questioned by Democratic the case was taken to the Supreme Court. citizens at a conference, Kavanaugh spoke The court ruled seven-two that access to of Roe v. Wade, saying he “understands the safe and legal abortions is a constitutional importance of the precedent,” a statement right. Roe v. Wade set the precedent that not profound enough to ensure that reprothe 14th Amendment allows the choice ductive freedom will remain an important of abortion, but it also gives the state the issue within the judicial system. power to regulate said abortion.

Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Before Roe v. Wade, women seeking Murkowski (R-AK) have both said they abortions had no other choice than to have believe he will not overturn Roe v. Wade, them performed illegally, travel thousands but other politicians hope for the opposite. of miles to have the procedure done in a Republican Congressman Steve King foreign country, or take matters into their shared a picture of a sleeping baby through own hands. If Roe v. Wade is not protected, social media on October 6 with the caption, this may be the painful truth of our country. “Soon, babies like this little angel will be Nearly 50 years after Roe v. Wade, a sur- protected in the womb by law.” vey conducted by NBC News and the Wall Overturning Roe v. Wade will not end Street Journal stated that 71% of Americans abortions, but instead will force women would like to see the decision upheld. seeking abortions to undergo an unsafe, One of the largest pro-life associations, the unsanitary, and illegal procedure. Denying American Life League, has gained support women the choice of abortion is, in one from political leaders such as Ted Cruz, word, unconstitutional.

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Today, rap is viewed by some Lamar is a superb example of people as much differently this, as he uses his music to than it was five, ten, or fifteen preach about politics and soyears ago. Classic rappers cial justice. Other rappers, like like Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Lil Lil Wayne and Tupac, write Wayne, and Jay-Z are all still about coming up from nothing extremely popular. However, to being successful. So when there has did the also been Spotify an unand Apfortunate ple Murise to sic rap fame of playlrappers ists start Photos courtesy of lila peters who are a Legendary rappers (bottom) versus rappers i n c l u d disgrace to ing artthese days (top). the genre. ists who Photo courtesy of lila peters These s p e w “ r a p filthy pers,” lyrics such as about Lil Xan, treating Lil Toewomen nail, 6ixviolent9ine, and ly? It Lil Pump, are made famous seems as though these artists by 15 year old boys who are are gaining fame for being trying to seem “edgy.” ridiculous enough to be in 6ix9ine (Tekashi69), a trend- teresting, rather than having setter for the new age of un- actual talent. pleasant rap, is also one of the Sanderson senior Gus Lehrmost well known in the indus- men is already making a name try. His so-called “music” is for himself in the music indusjust a compilation of crude and try under the name WoahGus. sexist lyrics sung so aggres- When asked about his opinion sively that it he’s painful to lis- on rappers like 6ix9ine and Lil ten to. 6ix9ine was convicted Pump, Lehrmen stated that he of sexual misconduct with a is neither for or against the artchild, which he admitted to in ists. “Rap is an ever-evolving court. Yet, people still listen genre and adapting to it is part to him, and — whether they of what makes rap the genre it realize it or not — they are not is today,” he says. “Music is an only promoting him, but also open space.” Well, if music is his unacceptable behavior. an open space, “artists” like One of the most significant Lil Toenail and Lil Xan should things about good rap is how at least make their music a it can tell a story or convey a “lil” more pleasant to listen message using clever wording to, and a space people would over a catchy beat. Kendrick actually want to enter.

BY: Lindsay DeAngelis Staff Writer

Crocs pass the test of time BY: Olivia Lannom Online Editor

Since 2002, Crocs foam clogs have dominated the casual footwear industry, acting as a fun and more durable alternative to the common flip-flop.

Recently, the classic clogs have been on the rise, as people are always looking for a versatile option in the workplace and around the house.

Classic Crocs come in more than 20 colors, making them easy to match with any outfit.

Crocs have changed the face of casual fashion, as they have appeared on notable people, such as former President George Bush and Prince George of Cambridge. According to Amazon.com, Crocs sales increased by 1,500 percent after Prince George was spotted in his pair of navy clogs.

However, not everyone is keen on the “ultra-hip Italian styling” that the Crocs company claims to be putting out. Fashion consultant Tim Gunn once told TIME Magazine, “it looks

like a plastic hoof. How can you Almost anything can be found in Jibtake that seriously?” Those who are bit form, such as letters, foods, and “anti-Crocs” don’t understand the even cartoon characters. This was a true purpose of Crocs — comfort. pivotal moment in fashion because Rumors have circulated it has allowed people to exaround Twitter about press their interests subtly Crocs going out of busithrough their shoes. ness, but this is simply Crocs are also ideala truth that has been ized on social media, stretched. Although specifically by rapper Crocs is closing its and singer-songwriter manufacturers in Italy Austin Richard Post, betand Mexico, the comter known as Post Malone. pany will instead manuPost wears his white classic facture their shoes One of my two pairs of Crocs, clogs all the time, even through outsourcing, personalized with Jibbitz. in concert. He tweetmeaning that the coled, “You can tell a lot Photo Courtesy of Olivia Lannom orful shoes we know will about a man by the Jibbitz not be going anywhere. on his Crocs,” demonstrat In 2006, Crocs purchased a ing the importance of being able to company called “Jibbitz,” which express oneself through the fashionare little plastic accessories that able shoe accessories. can be attached to Crocs to make When walking through Sanderson’s them more personal and individual. hallways, Crocs of all colors and

sizes can be seen, as they are the perfect footwear for students. Sanderson Junior Keyon McKoy stated, “I am so glad that I bought a pair of Crocs.

I love wearing them to school so that I can keep my feet comfortable while I’m walking down the hallways.”

The shoes easily slide on, and they have a safety strap to ensure that they do not slide off one’s feet. Also, they are great shoes for people on their feet all day or just lounging around the house. In 2007, Crocs even released a “Professional” line of close-toed Crocs for nurses and chefs who need to have comfort all day, which some students wear at jobs in the food industry.

Overall, Crocs are a great shoe alternative for all people, as they are so easily adaptable and customizable. Although some do not see their beauty, classic Crocs clogs are here to stay.

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Features The Hate U Give tops charts The State Fair is in the air BY: Mary Frances Vincent Business Manager

The Hate U Give, a beautifully crafted Young Adult novel by Angie Thomas, tells the story of Starr Carter, a young girl whose life changes when she watches the police shoot her unarmed friend. Starr, who lives in a

BY: Grace Barnard Circulation Manager

yet frequently talked about.

This novel depicts the shooting of an unarmed AfricanAmerican, something familiar in the news but made more personal in the eyes of a teenage girl. Starr is a character struggling with the same things as most high school students like religion, identity, and individualism. Through her angst and discomfort, readers are forced to grapple with controversial issues. This novel inspires tears, laughter, and anger, but also helps readers understand an issue controversial in America.

Thomas constructed a novel with hardhitting emotions but punctuated with light moments of family, friends, and pop culture references. After reading The

low-income African-American neighborhood but attends the local white private school, sees her two worlds collide as the news of the shooting becomes national news.

This novel tackles police brutality to racism to gangs. The Hate U Give exposes many readers to an unfamiliar world through the eyes of a young woman experiencing it firsthand.

The awardwinning novel sits on The Photo courtesy ofBalzer + Bray N e w Yo r k Times BestBestseller “The Hate U Give” is a must-read.

Seller list for 83 weeks and counting. John Green, author of Hate U Give, readers will The Fault in Our Stars, called see the world in a different The Hate U Give “a classic of way. Everyone should read this novel to understand an our time.”

Everyone should read this novel issue made complicated by to understand an issue in Ameri- the world but surprisingly can culture that is misunderstood, simplified by a teenage girl.

Each year, October brings cooler temperatures, colorful leaves and the North Carolina State Fair. The State Fair attracts people from all over North Carolina and even from neighboring states. For many families, it is an annual tradition. Some people agree that the appeal is in the assortment of extraordinary foods to try, like deep fried oreos and massive turkey legs to munch on. Several Sanderson students and teachers shared their most memorable fair experiences.

Brandie DeJesus “When I was walking off the aliens ride, I tripped and fell in front of everyone; Another time, I was on the ferris wheel and a guy kissed me.”

Madi Beane “My favorite fair memory was when I was in line for the Zipper and my friend chickened out so I had to ride with some random twelve yearold.”

Sarah Waters “When my friends and I went to the fair and we went to one of the people that guesses people’s ages. He told us that if he didn’t guess my age he would buy us food and he didn’t guess it, so we got some free food.”

Sam Stickney “My favorite memory was riding the ferris wheel with my friends last year.”

Ms. Miller “I lost my first tooth at the fair while eating my first funnel cake.”

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Features Sanderson to host Chick-fil-A Celebrities highlight Leader Academy underfunded teachers BY: Nicole Moorefield Op-Ed Editor

BY: Shannon Aikens Editor-In-Chief

Starting this year, students will be able to participate in the Chickfil-A Leader Academy, a new program at Sanderson. Sponsored by the Chick-fil-A at North Hills, this program aims to provide leadership opportunities through school and community outreach.

The organization’s purpose is to “engage, expose, and equip” students with the skills to become a future leader.

According to the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy website, “thirty selected students [will] participate in monthly Learning Labs using unique curriculum technology, then involve hundreds in their school and impact thousands in their community.” Students interested in helping the Raleigh community and embodying Chick-fil-A’s positive influence should consider joining Sanderson’s Leader Academy, led by Mrs. Carpino and Mrs. Doss.

Mercer Webb, one of the organization’s communication leaders, says the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy at Sanderson will participate in projects such as “Do Good December” and the end-of-year Impact Project, which will be announced in detail later on. Webb also emphasizes that students outside the academy will be able to “participate in big events that we will put on later in the year.”

Similar to National Honor Society, students involved in the Leader Academy will participate in projects to improve the local community. Before Hurricane Florence hit the North Carolina coast, students from Fike High School’s Leader Academy brought food and water to residents in Wilson County. In addition to these acts of kindness, students in the program participate in Impact Projects that bring large-scale changes to the community.

Sanderson is honored to be a part of this ever-growing organization. The Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is the country’s largest high school program focusing on leadership, with 557 Chick-fil-A restaurants sponsoring programs this year. According to Rally de Leon, head of the North Hills location, 98% of these operators “believe that Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a tangible way to live out the values encompassed

by Chick-fil-A’s corporate purpose.”

If you are interested in taking part in this organization, make sure to follow @sandersoncfa on Instagram to learn more information on how to get involved in Chick-fil-A’s Leader Academy. Be sure to thank Chick-fil-A North Hills and Rally de Leon for providing Sanderson with this opportunity.

he was “very unaware of how desper Many celebrities have taken ate a majority of classrooms are for part in the “#10FeaturedTeachsupplies, and that the burden fell on ers” Instagram challenge. This the teacher’s own pocketbook.” project, started by Ed Droste At Sanderson, the struggle to stock of band Grizzly Bear, benefits classrooms is not uncommon. “We teachers and students from uncould use a lot more derserved arsupplies,” says art eas across the teacher Abigail country.

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Teachers send “The school gives in their Amaus about $2 per zon wishlists student to spend, of needed and we fundraise school supmoney through plies, and ceNational Art Honlebrities ranor Society by selldomly pick ing calendars.” Art one wishlist to students are asked post on their to purchase their Instagram stoown sketchbooks, ries each day paint brushes, palfor ten days. ettes, and pencils, Followers are “which probably encouraged to pur- Jazzi Goode, a teacher from chase one or a few Charlotte, recieved boxes of amounts to $10 to $15 a person, but of course not items from the list to donated supplies. all students can do that,” gift to each teacher. she adds. “I provide a Typically, the celebrities donate lot of supplies I want students to use as well. that would be too expensive for the After the ten days are up, the school to provide,” but there are still nominated celebrity chooses many needs that go unmet, like more a friend to tag, who features pottery wheels for the sculpture class 10 new teachers on his or her or better-quality scissors. account.

This Instagram challenge has ben According to Droste, he was efitted teachers all across America inspired to start the challenge and shows that social media can be after talking to his friend Chrisa force for good in the world. Hopetine Ronan, a teacher in Los fully this trend of generosity will Angeles. Ronan shared that continue until all students have the most American educators have supplies they need for a successful to buy classroom supplies with school year. their own money. He went to private school growing up, so

The movie of the year is born BY: Lindsay DeAngelis Staff Writer

view with ABC, Gaga said she was “overwhelmed with his ability to tell a story through his voice.” She also noted that one of the reasons that she was so drawn to the film was because she “believed in him so much.” When the process of green lighting the film came about, Gaga expressed how thankful she was for Cooper saying that “There can be 100 people in the room that are watching you and 99 do not believe in you and one does, and that was him.” Cooper and Gaga’s mutual appreciation for one another truly shines through in the film.

The 1976 version of A Star Is Born was the second remake of the film.

Although it is not the most critically acclaimed of the four films, Barbra Streisand, who plays Esther — the 1976 version of Ally — and Kris Kristofferson, who plays John Norman Howard — the 1976 version of Jackson Mayne — delivered the most recognizable performances.

Their on-screen chemistry and the beautiful ballads sung within the movie were nothing short of iconic.

Although the storylines between both films are practically identical, slight differences are still apparent.

The 1976 version seemed much more rushed than the most recent film. Esther performed one of her original songs with John and she instantly became a star. A few scenes later, Esther was already cutting a new album, and discussing a tour with her husband. Cooper and Gaga’s performance allowed the plot to move along seamlessly and allow the audience to savor each scene.

The music within each rendition of the film has been different as well. In the 1976 version, Kristofferson sings “Watch Closely Now” and “Hellacious Acres” and Streisand belts “The Woman in the Moon” with ease. The 2018 film’s soundtrack has been a massive success as well.

Gaga and Cooper dominated the iTunes top charts with songs such as “Shallow,” “Always Remember Us This Way,” and “I’ll Never Love Again.” The song “Shallow” has

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The most recent adaptation of A Star Is Born was released earlier this month and has already exceeded all expectations. The film has already generated major Oscar buzz and has a score of 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. With an incredible original soundtrack and some of the most talented acting of our generation, this remake of a classic was destined to be a hit.

Acclaimed popstar Lady Gaga plays Ally, a waitress and aspiring performer who is unexpectedly visited from rock-and-roll legend, Jackson Mayne, portrayed by director Bradley Cooper. The movie follows the love story of the two singers, as well as depicting Ally’s rise to fame, and Jackson’s struggles with alcoholism. The movie is a raw and authentic depiction of two people and their journey together.

Cooper made his directorial debut with 2018’s A Star Is Born. Cooper said that when he heard Gaga sing, he knew that he needed to make this film, and that she had to be the lead.

Gaga felt the same way. In an inter-

The 2018 A Star Is Born poster.

done particularly well with its number one spot on the iTunes charts since October 9.

When asked about the newest film, Sanderson sophomore Kelly Porter said, “I really enjoyed the newest rendition of A Star is Born. The acting was incredible and I loved the music.”

It is apparent that no matter the generation in which A Star is Born is filmed, the movie continues to prove it can stand the test of time.

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Royal Wedding 2.0

Features Plagiarism: stealing tweets

BY: Mary Frances Vincent Business Manager

October 12 was a busy and windy Majesty, The Queen.

The Greville Emerald Kokoshnik day at St. George’s chapel on was originally owned by Dame the grounds of Windsor Castle.

Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret Greville who left the tiara Eugenie — daughter of the Duke to the Queen Mother upon her death. and Duchess of York — married When the Queen Mother passed in Mr. Jack Brooksbank. The couple 2002 she left it to the Queen of England. The tiPhoto courtesy Of The Royal Family was engaged ara is made of in January afrose-cut pave ter dating for diamonds set eight years. in platinum Princess and adorned Eugenie with six emwore a dress eralds. Along designed by with the tiPeter Pilotto ara Princess and ChristoEugenie wore pher De Vos. diamond and The fabric Mr. Jack Brooksbank and Princess emerald drop of the dress Eugenie exiting on the west steps earrings, a gift from included symbols of St. George’s chapel after their her husband. important to PrinPrincess Beatrice of York, Princess cess Eugenie including a thistle to represent her fondness of Bal- Eugenie’s sister, was her Maid of moral, a shamrock represeny- Honor and Mr. Thomas Brooksbank ing her Irish heritage, an ivy to was the Best Man. represent her home, and a York The marriage ceremony was led by Rose. The dress also featured a the Reverend David John Conner, low back requested by Princess the Dean of Windsor. During the Eugenie so others could see her ceremony, Princess Beatrice read scoliosis surgery scar that she got an excerpt from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. After the cerwhen she was 12.

“I loved how much her wedding emony concluded, the newlyweds dress showed off her surgery scars. took a carriage procession through She embraced a flaw of herself on Windsor Town Centre.

As the second royal wedding of one of the most important days 2018 Princess Eugenie’s wedding of her life,” stated Helen Gaitan, a Sanderson junior. Along with a will forever be compared to Prince beautiful dress, Princess Eugenie Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedwore the Greville Emerald Koko- ding, but it will always be special shnik Tiara loaned to her by Her in its own way.

BY: Lila Peters Staff Writer

Scrolling through Twitter tion have plenty of followers, and coming across the same most of whom have quickly notweet multiple times is not an ticed the trend of stolen content. uncommon occurrence. The “Why would accounts would popular social media site has rather pretend a tweet is their a problem when it comes to own instead of retweeting it? plagiarism, largely due to the Retweeting something takes a fact that it is almost impossi- lot less time, and it shows that ble to you’re giving know credit where Photo courtesy of Twitter which credit is due,” a c pointed out count Sanderson creatsenior Raed the chel Strawn. tweet Plagiarism, first. or “content While stealing,” is stealalmost ineviTwitter users have even made memes i n g table in pointing out the similarities between tweets the social accounts. a n d media meme content is not as seri- world. In a matter of seconds ous as plagiarizing a paper or we can quickly take a screenshot speech, it is bothersome to the and post something as if it were content owners. our own. Being one of the most Accounts such as @Dory, @ followed accounts on Twitter CommonWhiteGirl, and @ while exhibiting this behavior memeprovider are practically not only sets a bad example, but identical. These are just a few it also shows a lack of creativity accounts that Twitter has sus- and authenticity. Next time you pended for “tweetdecking,” come across a funny tweet from which is essentially taking a major account, you’ll now be credit for tweets and making certainly bound to wonder if the a profit off of the retweets poster is a creative genius, or gained. The accounts in ques- simply a copycat.

Bob Ross: A legacy never forgotten BY: Avery Helmer Staff Writer

Life was all just happy accidents, happy trees and happy clouds for the famous television personality and artist, Bob Ross. Born in Florida on October 29, 1942, he dropped out of school in the ninth grade and enlisted into the U.S. Air Force at age 18. During his service, he took his very first art lesson in Anchorage, Alaska and from that point on, he wanted to be an art instructor. During his time with the Air Force, Ross was a Master Sergeant. He stated that he was “the guy who makes you scrub the latrine, the guy who makes you make your bed, the guy who screams at you for being late to work. The job requires you to be a mean, tough person. And I was fed up with it. I promised myself that if I ever got away from it, it wasn’t going to be that way anymore.”

After leaving the Air Force, Ross attended various art schools that taught him different art techniques. Ross studied the technique of “wet on wet” painting which allowed him to produce a painting in under an hour. The wet on wet, or

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Bob Ross painting “Grey Mountain.”

alla prima (Italian, meaning at first attempt), is a painting technique, in which layers of wet paint are applied to previously administered layers of wet paint. Each painting would start with simple stokes that appeared as nothing more than smudges of color, but as Ross added more and more strokes, beautiful abstract artwork would appear.

Eventually, Ross became an instructor himself and began teaching on television show called The Joy of Painting. Premiering in 1983 on the PBS channel, the show attracted millions of viewers, airing on 275 stations. It was well re-

ceived, largely due to the well known gentle demeanour and light-hearted humour that Ross showed. Many viewers have stated that Bob Ross made them feel calm and relaxed due to his happy personality.

Sanderson sophomore Grant Snyder said, “Whenever I watch Bob Ross on YouTube, I feel peaceful.”

Ross was largely influenced by Bill Alexander, a German oil painter that allegedly taught Ross the wet on wet technique. Alexander also had his own television show called The Magic of Oil Painting that aired on PBS in the

United States. In the first episode of season two of The Joy of Painting, Ross explained that Bill Alexander shared the gift of art with him and that he wanted to share that gift with the audience.

Ross led a secretive life, only spending time with his family and a close circle of friends. He had one son, Steven Ross, with his first wife, Vivian Ridge. His son was also a talented painter and made several appearances on The Joy of Painting.

Ross and Ridge’s marriage ended in divorce in 1977. Ross remarried a second time to Jane Ross, who died of cancer early in their marriage. In 1995, two months before his death, he remarried once more to Lynda Brown.

In 1994, Ross was diagnosed with lymphoma. The disease forced him to retire from his television career and eventually took his life at the age of 52 on July 4, 1995.

Bob Ross created over 30,000 paintings, which he donated to PBS stations across the country. Ross will never be forgotten. His “happy clouds” and “happy little trees” will never disappear.

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Sports LeBron becomes the new face of Hollywood BY: Ben Ellis Sports Editor

and the Cavaliers. LeBron will be playing alongside young talent like Lonzo Ball and Kyle Kuzma while also playing with veterans like Rajon Rondo and Lance Stephenson.

and in 2014 he made another big announcement — he would be going back to Cleveland to play for the Cavaliers. However, after losing the title in 2017 and getting swept in the 2018 Finals,

made the announcement that many were expecting in saying that he would join the Lakers.

The Lakers played their first game with LeBron on October 18 against the Portland Trail Photo Courtesy of sports illustrated

Earlier this month, the 2018-19 NBA season began, along with a new chapter in the career of basketball superstar LeBron James.

This past summer, LeBron made headlines when he announced that he would be joining the Los Angeles Lakers, the third team he has joined during his career.

Beginning in 2014, LeBron spent the last four seasons with the Cleveland Cavaliers, making it to the NBA Finals all four years and winning the NBA title in 2016.

On June 28, LeBron announced that he would be opting out of the final year of his contract with the Cavs, and three days later he took the sports world by storm by announcing he would sign with the Lakers.

This upcoming year presents a new challenge for LeBron, who has won three NBA championships in his career and has made eight consecutive NBA Finals appearances, only the fifth player in NBA history to accomplish such a feat. For the first time in his career, LeBron will be playing for a team in the Western Conference, which has been dominated the last four years by the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors are the defending NBA Champions and have won three of the last four titles, all coming against LeBron

NBA superstar LeBron James starts the 2018-19 season with the Los Angeles Lakers.

After entering the NBA Draft straight out of high school, LeBron was picked first overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Cavaliers.

LeBron played in Cleveland for seven seasons, and in 2010 he announced that he would be taking his talents to South Beach to play for the Miami Heat. LeBron won two NBA championships in a span of four years with the Heat,

many began to wonder if LeBron would be able to win another championship in Cleveland.

Basketball analysts and fans began to suspect that LeBron would join the Lakers, as they already had a good amount of young talent on their team and are located in the big market of Los Angeles. On July 1, LeBron

Blazers, the first of several highly anticipated games for the Lakers this season. Among other anticipated games this year are on November 21, as LeBron will play his first game back in Cleveland with the Lakers, and Christmas Day as the Lakers will play against the back-to-back champion Warriors.

Cristiano Ronaldo accused of assault BY: Valeria Borthayre Staff Writer

Leslie Stovall, one of Mayorga’s people seeking to promote them- the accusations first arose. The lawyers, said, “We believe we selves at my expense.” In an Ins- company, which has a $1 bilhave the factual basis to ask the tagram Live video, he once again lion contract with Ronaldo, said in an interview, “We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation.” EA Sports, a developer and publisher of sports video games, also commented on the allegations, saying “We are closely monitoring the situation, as we expect cover athletes and ambassadors to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with EA’s values.”

Stovall has questioned the acSoccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has been accused of sexual assault. tions of the police at that time. court to set aside the agreement so claimed the whole incident is just “I found no explanation for the we can litigate ... for damages.” a result of someone wanting fame metropolitan police department’s He also reported that the incident by taking advantage of the spread failure to continue that investigahad caused Mayorga to suffer of fake news.. Ronaldo says he tion,” he said. “I don’t know why, from serious post traumatic stress is calmly waiting for the truth but I’m curious to find out.” disorder and depression. to be uncovered and can await Ronaldo’s fans and family offer Ronaldo has spoken out about the results with peace of mind. their support. His mother posted the accusation on both Twitter The consequences of the alleged on social media: “Together we and Instagram. In a recent Twitter accusations have already started will be stronger and Ronaldo will post, he stated, “Keen as I may be to affect the soccer star’s life. feel that strength. Yesterday, today to clear my name, I refuse to feed Multinational corporation Nike and always I will be with you.” the media spectacle created by has expressed its concern since Photo Courtesy of chicago tribune

Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo is having his reputation questioned after Kathryn Mayorga accused him of sexually assaulting her nine years ago. He has denied the allegations on various social media sites, saying that rape is “an abominable crime.”

Ronaldo and Mayorga were both at the Palm Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas in 2009. Mayorga says that the Juventus player invited her to his suite. Later that night, he exposed himself to her in the bathroom, then pulled her into a bedroom where he assaulted her.

She reported this to the Las Vegas Police, but she did not include Ronaldo’s name. Eventually a settlement was reached which stated that Ronaldo would pay her $375,000 in exchange for her silence.

Mayorga’s lawyers are attempting to reopen the case, claiming that she has been left with emotional and physical damages and that Ronaldo’s lawyers took advantage of her delicate state.

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Athlete Of the Month

Chloe Smith: queen of the court After a hard-fought season, the Sanderson Varsity Volleyball team finished the season with a record of 8-9. While each player contributed to the team’s wins, team captain Chloe Smith stood out among the rest. “She’s mature, and knows how to control the game,” said Coach Samantha Blue, Sanderson’s new volleyball coach. “She knows the game like the back of her hand.”

Smith has been playing volleyball since seventh grade and plans to continue playing throughout college. In fact, she is in the middle of a recruiting process with several regional universities.

Smith knows how to keep her team together and motivated, which makes her a great leader.

“After a loss, I tell my teammates to keep their heads up. It can even be a good thing as long as we un-

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BY: Valeria Borthayre Staff Writer

Chloe Smith serving the ball.

derstand why we lost so we don’t repeat the same mistakes,” she says. “After a win, we celebrate, but we do not linger on it, we

move on.”

Balancing school, sports, and social life is no easy task, but Smith has learned to manage her time as wisely as possible, even if it means focusing more on schoolwork and volleyball than her friends. “Volleyball combined with tough AP classes doesn’t leave me much time for a social life. My teammates and I spend so much time together that practices and games have become my social life,” she stated. She even dedicates time to practicing on the weekends. “Saturday I spend most of the day at the gym working out or doing training sessions.

On Sunday, I complete all my homework and prepare for the week ahead.”

After playing for so many years, Smith has countless memories from all seasons, but one mo-

ment has remained with her until this day. During her freshman year, the team took a trip to the weightlifting room. “I had never weight lifted before, and I was terrified. The coach at that time made five other girls spot me to make sure I wasn’t going to hurt myself. I had literally no muscle!” she jokes. “That moment was when I realized how close I was going to get with my teammates, and what a strong bond I would have with each and every one of them.”

Smith is an exemplary player both on and off the court. She is loved by her teammates and coach. She is someone other players look up to because she has shown them how dedication and hard work pay off in the long run.

Tiger Woods returns to golf High school sports teams stay “Samantha Strong” relevancy Tiger is back. Those are the nouncement in August 2017 that words many sports fans have been he had just undergone his fourth back surgery since 2014, many waiting to hear for years.

On September 23, professional wondered if Woods would ever golfer Tiger Woods won the Tour play professional golf again.

After six months of recovery, Championship in Atlanta, Georgia for his first PGA Tour win in Woods returned to professional golf in over five December years. The 2017 at the win is TiHero World ger’s 80th Challenge of his legin the Bahaendary mas, where career, he finished bringninth. He ing him gradually within improved two wins over the of the allnext few time reTiger Woods wins the Tour Championship for his first PGA Tour win in over five. months and cord. even finRiddled with back injuries and surgeries, ished second at the 2018 PGA Woods has been on a long road Championship, one of the four to recovery since his last tour major golf tournaments. win, which came in August 2013 Woods officially announced that at the Bridgestone Invitational. he had returned when he won After falling off the radar a bit, the Tour Championship, and he many people began to wonder now has many sports fans lookif they would ever see the same ing forward to what he will do Tiger Woods who many had come next. “I was glad for him,” said to recognize as one of the great- Sanderson golf player Griffin est golfers of all time again. “He Law on Woods’ win. “It’s tough is not ever going to win another to be the best at your sport and tournament,” said sports analyst fall off completely, but it’s good Woody Paige of Tiger Woods to see him come back to form.” back in 2015. Following an an-

Union Pines senior Samantha area. The South Carolina Track Davis died after having a seizure and Cross Country Coaches Assoduring her race in the Hares and ciation asked that South Carolina Hounds cross country meet on teams run one kilometer for DaSeptember 22. At the four ki- vis, who had one kilometer left in lometer mark, Davis collapsed her race. They began the hashtag due to the seizure, prompting #1kforSamanthaDavis, which on site medical professionals to spread through multiple running quickly get to her and take her websites and social media pages. to Novant Presbyterian Medi- Sanderson’s cross country team cal Center. There, she went into participated by running one kilocardiac arrest and unfortunately meter in silence on the Monday following her death. passed away.

Hickory Ridge High School This past spring, Davis suffered from a softball injury that wore “Samantha Strong” and resulted in seizures and epi- “Union Pines Strong” bracelets lepsy, but she had recently been at their meets. Other schools brought banseizure-free. ners, signs, The young bows, and woman was ribbons to highly inmeets to honvolved in or Davis. activities at Sanderson her school. junior cross In addition country runto cross country and People can donate to the family of Samantha ner Mackenzie Merritt softball, DaDavis through GoFundMe. vis also participated in marching says that the unwavering love band, indoor track, and outdoor for anyone affected by Davis’s track. Her tragic passing was death “shows you don’t have to definitely felt by each of these be just united as a team, you can communities, which honored be united as a whole sport.”

We can bring light to this situaher in various ways.

Although Davis was from tion by recognizing how imporNorth Carolina, her death im- tant it is to honor our competitors pacted people outside of her with sportsmanship and love.

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What defines a sport?

BY: Avery Helmer Staff Writer

hop is a dance that can require The same goes for activities cal activity and practice four or fast agility and forceful move- like bowling and cheerleading. more times a week” Some activities require high amounts of skill. An example of this would be golf. A sport that requires strategy and obtained skill to win, golf is a highly competitive activity and most golfers start playing when they are young. Professional golfer Tiger Woods was first introduced to golf when he was two years old. He then started playing professionally at the The Sanderson High School cheer team. ments durS a n d e r s o n age of 19 and then later won ing a dance, s o p h o m o r e his first tournament when he whereas ballet is a dance that Caroline Jackowski, a member was 20. is expressed gracefully with of Sanderson’s Junior Varsity Overall, sports do include softer movements. Dance is Cheer squad says, “I define a physical activity, and whether also very heavily competed ac- sport as any vigorous exercise it is used as skill or in competitivity in the world. According and being a part of a team. I do tive nature most activities do to the Oxford Dictionary, dance think cheerleading qualifies as qualify as a sport. definitely qualifies as a sport. a sport because we exert physiPhoto courtesy of wake county athletics

People around the world have wondered from time to time what qualifies something as a sport. The Oxford D ictio n a ry defines a sport as “an athletic activity requiring skill or physical prowess and often of a competitive nature, such as racing, baseball, tennis, soccer, football, wrestling, boxing, hunting, etc.”

These sports or activities require a lot of physical health and strength. These sports also have competitions all around the world.

It is heavily debated as to whether or not activities like dance, cheerleading, golf, and bowling are sports. Different styles of dance can differ from the type of exercise that is expressed through dance. Hip

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Arts & Entertainment Fortnite: a blessing or a curse? Who wants to live forever?

BY: Savannah Gunter Arts & Entertainment Editor

Fortnite has become an international throwing a controller at the screen. sensation in the last year. The Xbox, Medical specialists are worried Playstation, Nintendo and Mobile that children are spending more game was published by North Carolina time in front of a screen rather than studio Epic Games in July of 2017. The outside because this increases health game has become popular throughout issues for children. Research from 2017 and 2018 for its intriguing set of Harvard Medical School shows that graphics and gameplay. Players are put sunshine, exercise, executive function, in an online server with 100 players to socialization and appreciation of nature collect resources, build tools, and fight are all benefits of spending time outside for survival rather than online. to be the last Besides playing man standing.

Fortnite, many Gamesradar, young viewers a statistical tend to find entertainment entertainment website states from watching that over 45 people play the million active g ame . Th is is players play Fortnite is an increasingly popular game. one reason why each day. Fortnite Fortnite has receives most of its revenue from in-app gained popularity over the past year. purchases called microtransactions, Famous Youtube channels make up which are small purchases within the to a quarter of a million dollars each game. Users can buy extra gadgets, month advertising Fortnite and other dances, and new “skins” to dress games. Subscribers find that the rage their players. The Fortnite creators expressed through youtubers playing are making $300 million a month. Fortnite is entertaining. However, The game itself is free, but the parents find these outburst dramatic microtransactions allow players to and not appropriate for children. The spend up to $100 each transaction in coach of the Vancouver Hockey team order to be the best player out there. has even banned Fortnite because Parents are debating whether their kids most of his players are too distracted should play Fortnite as violent graphics playing the game before practice. such as shooting and killing are shown Though the game has made a lot throughout the game. Fortnite is rated of money, Fortnite has become a T for teens by the Entertainment concern for children’s health. Once Software Board, meaning it’s generally the player starts playing the game, appropriate for ages 13 and up. they can’t seem to stop. Epic Games Authorities are also concerned is applauded for Fortnite but parents about the frustration experienced are worried that this game has become when losing the game. Many reports an unhealthy obsession. Sanderson have been made that teenagers teacher, Mrs Dotts says “If I could have broken their own TV’s by smash the PS4 today, I would do it.”

In the last few months, plans makes them vulnerable and have been underway in the charming to the audience. film industry for numerous This audience connection biographical films, or biopics, is one of the key reasons on musical icons. Bohemian why biopics are becoming Rhapsody, a biopic on the late vehicles for immortality in Freddie Mercury of Queen, the music industry. The lives will premiere November 2. of Elton John and Freddie Sir Elton John, who recently Mercury will be surrendered embarked on his last world tour, to the media through their upcoming will be the films, but subject of their stories Rocketman, will be a “fantasy preserved musical” forever. biopic in With the works for 2019. “Bohemian Rhapsody” will premiere p r e s e r v i n g November 2. a life in film These films comes much are not a new phenomenon, but they seem responsibility. According to to have made a comeback in People, Bohemian Rhapsody the last decade. Films like the almost bit the dust due to 2013 movie “Jimi: All Is by “over eight years of casting My Side” about Jimi Hendrix, and directorial struggles.” and the 2014 film, “Love and The film centers around Mercy” inspired by The Beach Queen’s collaboration as a Boys sparked a comeback for band, and members Brian biopics in the music industry. May and Roger Taylor have These films prove that there is been working closely with more to making it in the music directors to produce the film.

Biographical films industry than record sales. For musicians to have legacies, decide how icons will be they must share with the world remembered. Some are both their music and their lives. orchestrated to present Biopics are very intimate in one last perfect picture on that they allow the audience to the big screen, but others observe the lives of celebrities— give a glimpse into the dead or alive. People are often true nature of our favorite moved by the stories of those celebrities. Whatever the they idolize. Seeing someone case may be, biopics are persevere through failures and facilitating immortality obstacles on the big screen i n t h e m u s i c i n d u s t r y.

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Brockhampton redefines boy bands BY: Maggie Duffy Features Editor

Brockhampton, an unconventional boy band, has taken the music world by storm. Their music encompasses a wide range of genres, but the most atypical atribute may be its members.

W h i l e m o r e t r a d i t i o n a l b o y bands like The Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, and One Direction have five members, Brockhampton includes a massive fourteen.

The group lives together in the “Brockhampton House” in Southern Los Angeles, not just a home for them but a recording studio as well. Kevin Abstract, a lead vocalist, has said that the idea of the group living together was inspired by the 2010 film “The Social Network,” in which a house is inhabited by a group of Harvard students creating a social media outlet.

“If we were all in one house working on all these different things, it’d be really cool and we could make something really special,” Abstract stated.

Brockhampton is prominent in the media because they don’t fit into the typical “boy band” mold. Their songs discuss bold topics such as sexuality, race, family, and mental health.

Although the group released a mixtape in 2016, the group began gaining notoriety last year when they released a trilogy of studio albums–SATURATION I, II, and III. Several albums were in the

A f t e r Va n n ’s r e m o v a l , Brockhampton made the decision to shelve PUPPY as well. Additionally, the group’s scheduled tour dates for the summer were cancelled. The

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The boys of Brockhampton.

works for 2018, but all of them went unreleased for various reasons.

In June, an album called PUPPY was set to be released, but sexual assault allegations were raised against Brockhampton member Ameer Vann. As a result of this, Vann was ultimately kicked out of the group.

This put Brockhampton in an extremely difficult position. Ameer Vann was seen by many fans as the face of the band.

band seemed like a lost cause.

O n J u n e 2 0 , h o w e v e r, Brockhampton reemerged, performing a new song called “TONYA” on The Tonight Show.

They announced that their album would be coming soon. In July, the band began their Beats 1 radio show, “Things We Lost in the Fire.” The first episode introduced a new single called “1999

WILDFIRE.” Two more singles were then released in July.

At the end of the summer, Brockhampton released their fourth studio album, IRIDESCENCE, on September 21. The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, a massive musical milestone.

IRIDESCENCE, with its fifteen new tracks, has been a big hit in the media. Just nine days after its release, the record reached number one on Billboard’s Top 200 List, making it Brockhampton’s first to reach the top charts.

Fans had suspected that IRIDESCENCE could be the first of a series of albums, similar to the SATURATION trilogy. Their suspicions were confirmed when Kevin Abstract tweeted “trilogy. round two.”

It is obvious that Brockhampton is far from finished in their musical journey. The band will continue to redefine boy bands in the coming years.

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Arts & Entertainment First Man takes viewers to the moon BY: Ben Ellis Sports Editor

BY: Lila Peters Staff Writer

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Earlier this month, Universal Pictures released its newest blockbuster First Man, a story about the Apollo 11 trip to the moon in 1969. Golden Globewinner Ryan Gosling stars as Neil Armstrong, the leader of the mission and the “first man” to walk on the moon — hence the title. The film also stars Claire Foy — known for her role as a young Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown — as Armstrong’s wife Janet Shearon. The film is directed by Damien Chazelle, who is known for directing the 2016 Academy Award-winning film La La Land (also starring Gosling) which won Chazelle the award for Best Director.

The movie, which was released on October 12, marks the 60 year anniversary of NASA — the government agency responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research. It has been over four decades since the last manned mission to the moon, so no one under the age of 40 has experienced a moon landing in their lifetimes. The film aims to give viewers the extraterrestrial experience that many have been longing for, as

Ryan Gosling stars as Neil Armstrong in First Man.

well as provide some historical background on the difficulty of the Apollo 11 mission.

Before becoming an astronaut, Armstrong was first a naval aviator and test pilot, enduring several years of training before being selected to the Apollo 11 crew. “The training process was extremely dangerous both physically and mentally,” said Colonel Davis, Sanderson’s Air Force JROTC Instructor.

Colonel Davis, who has had experience in aeronautics, also said that the astronauts for the mission “had to be uniquely qualified and were selected among hundreds of others.”

The film has garnered positive reviews so far, receiving an 88% Certified Fresh score from review site Rotten Tomatoes.

It is currently playing in local theatres such as Regal North Hills, Raleigh Grande, Six Forks Cinema, and the IMAX theatre at Marbles. The film may attract anyone who has a passion for astronomy, is deeply interested in space travel, or likes to learn about history. The 1969 moon landing is one of the most significant events in human history, and it is now being brought to the big screen.