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Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School | 805 Mt. Vernon Hwy NW | Atlanta, GA 30327

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THE STAFF Editor-in-Chief WHITNEY WEISS

Section Editors LILY HARRINGTON CLAIRE SIMMEL Layout Editors SARAH KALLIS GRACE SIZEMORE CORINNA WADE Online Manager ANNA CARR HANKS Social Media Editor GRACEN BETTS

FOLLOW US Staff Writers CADE ANDERSON JOHNNA GADOMSKI SYDNEY GREEN Contributing Writers KENDALL BENNETT CHRIS MONDE EMMA ROLADER Cover Art EMILY ANN BETTS Advisor DANIELLE ELMS Affiliations Quill & Scroll, NSPA, GSPA and CSPA

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EDITORIAL POLICY

C&G is a student publication published for the Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School community. All opinions expressed in this publication are those of the individual author, and do not necessarily reflect those of the entire journalism staff or those of Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School. The C&G staff seeks to accurately report news, ideas and events relevant to our readership in a professional and unbiased manner. All content is controlled and edited by staff advisors and editors. The staff will only publish legally protected speech that abide by the legal definitions of libel, obscenity and the invasion of privacy. &

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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ell, it’s surreal to think that this is the last C&G I will ever be a part of. Four years and 10 magazines later, being a member of the print journalism staff has been a privilege that I will cherish forever.

Seniors constantly hear the word “last.” Whether it’s the “last” Homecoming, the “last” Halloween parade, the “last” Winterfest, Prom, musical, sports game; the list is endless. It’s natural for outsiders to ask members of the Class of 2016, “Oh, are you sad it’s your last [fill in the blank]?” I know I am asked this all the time. And, for me personally, the answer is no; it’s not sad - it’s exciting. As cheesy as it sounds, it’s true that “All great things must come to an end.”

Instead of dwelling on something being the “last,” why not seize the moment while you can? Underclassmen, take note of this. Enjoy your time now, because it will be long gone before you know it. That’s what I have tried to do, and I hope that my peers have done the same.

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Speaking of my peers, I hate to brag, but the Class of 2016 is tremendously talented. While we showcase a handful of these seniors in articles like “Balance of Excellence,” this is only a microscopic look into this diverse group of students. Each and every member plays an integral role in our community.

Everyone truly has something special and unique to offer.

Even through the ups and downs, I for one am proud to be a part of the Class of 2016, so hats off to that.

In closing, I would like to take this opportunity to extend a final thank you to Mrs. Elms and the rest of the C&G staff.

Mrs. Elms, you have truly been a “Fairy Godmother” to this program and to me. Thank you for always believing in our capabilities, and encouraging us to go above and beyond. To my fellow staff members, thank you for your dedication and relentless work. I look forward to seeing what the future holds for you all. &

WHITNEY WEISS, Editor-in-Chief

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irst off, we would like to thank Whitney for her hard work and dedication during her 4 years on the C&G staff. Whitney, as a driving force behind our motivation and accomplishments, has truly changed what this magazine means to the staff. Whitney has lit the spark inside of us to produce things we are proud to call our own. Her strong work ethic, both in and out of class, has provided us with leadership skills we will continue to impart on the program as we try our best to follow in your (size 6) footsteps. We are prepared to continue the legacy of the C&G, doing whatever it takes to continue to make the best magazine possible.

To our small, but mighty staff, we hope we can inspire you as much as Whitney has inspired us. We hope to continue pushing boundaries by making real changes in our community. We are so excited to continue working with you all and creating wellrespected and creative content.

To our avid and dedicated readers, thank you for the unrelenting support you have shown the staff and the magazine. Without you, our work would lack purpose and drive.

Lastly, we also could not write this without giving special thanks to Mrs. Elms. Mrs. Elms has provided us with insightful knowledge, connected us with innovative people and valuable resources, and supported our crazy ideas, no matter how cheesy or daring. Thank you for allowing us to express our creativity and trusting and supporting us through the journey. #trustheJOURNey &

GRACE SIZEMORE, incoming Editor-in-Chief CORINNA WADE, incoming Editor-in-Chief

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COLLEGES GRACE SIZEMORE, layout editor

Alabama

Auburn University Kathleen Ford Bentley Kennedy Helaina Theos Joanna Wright University of Alabama Anna Bell Sara Brumbeloe Haley Collins Taylor Donnell Hannah Haverty Graysen Kelley Emma Lewis Mattes Morris Maggie Siegel Kate Wright Riley Young

California

California Institute of Technology David Adams Claremont Mckenna College Max Walton San Diego State University Kendall Evans Stanford University Hailey Wilson

Colorado

University of Colorado Boulder Niall Durst Claudia Henry William Maier Christopher Shaw

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Florida State University Preston Hix University of Tampa Brent Duncan

Georgia

Emory University Johnna Gadomski Sarah Porter Illeana Zeissner Georgia College and State University Nicole Cohen Sam Fisher Evan Thomas Georgia Institute of Technology Greyson Burnett Grant Knoechel Nicholas Lee Annie Strickland Georgia Southern University Olivia Monjeau Georgia State University Michael Bernardini Mercer University Aaliyah Milord Ogelthorpe University Jay Reid Shorter University Braxton Lindley University of Georgia Katie Arnold Caroline Barber Caroline Ford Courtney Hammond Lily Harrington Kate Kennedy Trevor Palatine Emily Snellings Chelsea Zoller University of North Georgia Dahlonega Susanne Sokolowski University of North Georgia Oconee Matthew Brown Connor Lowrey

Illinois

University of Chicago Brie Neal

Louisiana

Louisiana State University Talia Momon Tulane University Josie Barton Lucia Geddes

Michigan

University of Michigan Kendall Bennett Harris Calhoun

Mississippi

University of Mississippi Addie Ball Carson Griffith Chase Rainbow Lauren Rousseau

New Jersey Princeton University Jay Rolader

New York

Fordham University Peyton Hayes

New York University

Saaleha Medlock

The New School Julia Durst

North Carolina Elon University

Christopher Monde

North Carolina State University Erika Cassell

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Elizabeth Kendrick Emma Rolader Elizabeth Serafen

Wake Forest University Emily Ann Betts John Crumpler Kasey Rohleder

Ohio

Miami University of Ohio

Tennessee

Nicole Durst

University of Tennessee

Warren Bull

Texas

Ohio Wesleyan University

Pennsylvania Bucknell University

Madeleine Seibert

South Carolina Clemson University

Justen Gonzalez Emmy Reynolds Jack Staples

Furman University Sydney Long

Wofford College Mackenzie Eden Benjamin Myer Jack Sullivan

Reed Birdwell

Baylor University

Kerlin Anderson

Southern Methodist University

Allie Creekmuir Jackson Miller Lily Scott Andrew Wouters

Texas A&M University

Virginia

Hampden-Sydney College Harrison Cobb University of Virginia Emma Smith Virginia Tech University Brendan McCloskey

Washington D.C. American University Steve Couvaras George Washington University Alexandria Cannon

Sarah Kate Schoen

University of Texas at Austin Kat Glover Hailey Thompson Whitney Weiss

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ADJUSTING TO

DORM LIFE

Simple tips on how to survive life away from home. design, CORINNA WADE CADE ANDERSON, GRACEN BETTS, SYDNEY GREEN, ANNA CARR HANKS, staff writers

ACADEMICS

WELLBEING

Always attend class. You never know when the professor will drop a crucial test hint or give out extra credit for attendance.

Make time for you. Set aside time for yourself to participate in an activity that relaxes you.

Take advantage of the space under your bed with storage units like drawers or a shoe rack.

Don’t work on your homework in bed because it can disrupt sleep patterns and distract you from the task at hand.

Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast. Keep healthy snacks stocked in your dorm room.

Place hanger bags/shelves in your closet to help maximize the small space.

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ORGANIZATION

Use a shower caddy to keep bathroom items organized and separated from your roommates’.

Try to fall asleep and wake up at the same time every day. Be sure to set a bedtime that is realistic for your lifestyle.

Take advantage of the resources available to you like a Teacher’s Assistant or a writing lab.

DORM ROOM DINING

Establishing healthy eating habits can help break those unhealthy cravings and keep the mind sharp and ready to learn. Here are easy to make dorm room recipes.

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HOW TO: Coat the inside of a mug with cooking spray. Scramble two eggs, shredded cheese, and salt and pepper. Microwave for 45 seconds, flip the partially cooked egg with a fork, then microwave for another 45 seconds. Fluff with a fork before serving.

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HOW TO: Combine 1 cup almonds, peanuts, or any nuts of your choice with . ½ cup dried fruit, and ¼ cup seeds of your choice (sunflower, pumpkin, chia, etc.). Shake in plastic bag until well mixed. Optional: M&M’s, chocolate chips, or popcorn.

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HOW TO: Thinly slice apples and lay them out on a large plate. Top with your favorite toppings such as peanut butter and chocolate chips. For additional sweetness, coat with a drizzle of honey.

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As a testament to the motto ‘Balanced Excellence’, the following students showcase the varied talents and passions found within the Class of 2016.

THE C&G STAFF

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KASEY ROHLEDER

ince freshman year, Kasey Rohleder continually impresses her teachers and peers with her recurring success in academics and ability to challenge herself. With her humble nature, Rohleder manages to stay within the top 5 percent of her class, doing so with dedication and balance. “I think it’s a lot of motivation,” Rohleder added, “And self discipline and time management.” While also being a talented artist, athlete, and volunteer, Rohleder proves that being proactive is the key to success and that hard work definitely pays off. Among a variety of challenging courses, Rohleder’s favorite is the arguably hardest math course offered at HIES: AP Calculus BC. “It is probably my favorite because he [Mr. Taylor] is such a great teacher and he gives us a lot of leeway with what we can do, so he’s really understanding with what we have going on.” Rohleder continued with, “I would definitely recommend Calc BC but it’s kind of definitely a harder class. You have to be willing to work.” Rohleder plans to study neuroscience and biology at Wake Forest.

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hen discussing the new STEM focus on campus, one student’s name that always comes to mind is senior Hailey Wilson. Although extremely passionate about the fields of math and science, Wilson believes her biggest accomplishment is “being able to achieve academically while also being able to enjoy sports, extracurriculars, friends, and all other things HIES has to offer.” Wilson’s favorite class at HIES is AP computer science, but she was not always drawn to it. “It was something so new to me, and I kind of just signed up for it on a whim and found out that it was something that I really enjoyed,” said Wilson. Believing in the bright future of computer science, Wilson values learning in order to keep up with the quickly developing world of technology, as “it is a skill that a lot of people are having to learn now.” Planning to major in industrial engineering, Wilson chose this route because it “has a lot of components that [she] really [enjoys] like math, stat, a little bit of computer science, and little bit of econ.”

KEN BRUNSON

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en Brunson has never failed to impress the HIES community with his various academic achievements and notable work ethic. In the top 10 percent of his class, Brunson is a member of the Cum Laude Society and the National Honors Society, awards given to students who showcase academic excellence. Brunson attributes his success thus far to his academic competitiveness, and his ability to measure up to the best in the grade. He also gives special recognition to his seventh grade history teacher.

“He really taught me how to study and get prepared for a class, which is something I am thankful I learned early on,” said Brunson.

Among the many subjects Brunson excels in, math and computer science are his favorite. “I enjoy computer science because it is like solving a puzzle using a lot of critical thinking. Math, on the other hand, is just something that makes a lot of sense to me.” said Brunson. Brunson plans to study business and computer science in college, hoping to eventually run his own company.

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HARRIS CALHOUN

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arris Calhoun has flourished academically within the HIES community. Receiving numerous awards, Calhoun is a part of the Cum Laude Society, as well as the National Honors Society. Calhoun’s love for learning was first sparked by his grandfather, who studied biology and physics. This, in turn, fostered Calhoun’s love and appreciation of math, “I like a set answer. I also grew up around math, so it just kind of became apart of my everyday life,” said Calhoun. Calhoun’s interest in biology was driven by his first biology teacher, Ms. Marbut. “She was very invested in the material. Instead of just teaching it she actually cared about what she was teaching. It made me work a lot harder, and actually look into the material and understand it,” said Calhoun. Calhoun plans to study biomedical engineering in college, continuing the legacy of his grandfather. “I would really like to take my studies to developing countries to help improve the quality of life,” notes Calhoun.

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ELIZABETH KENDRICK

rom the court to the pool, Elizabeth Kendrick exhibits athletic talent and dedication. After starting off playing on neighborhood tennis courts and participating in swim lessons and summer league, Kendrick found a passion for both sports.

Kendrick views both swimming and tennis as opportunities to relieve stress, but she is mainly driven by her competitive spirit.

“There is always more to improve, and that’s what motivates me.” She also points out the importance of “encouraging your teammates and allowing them to encourage you.” Some of her favorite moments spent with her teammates include the prestate pasta dinners because “you get to see everyone outside of the pool in a very relaxed setting,” and going to Bruster’s after beating GAC in tennis. Kendrick points out that since HIES doesn’t lacks both tennis courts and a natatorium, “the amount of dedication that comes from the parents, the swimmers, and the tennis players” proves to be unparalleled. “ Her commitment and enthusiasm for tennis and swimming are inspiring to other athletes at HIES.

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fter Haley Collins fell in love with volleyball in the 4th grade, she emerged as a vital player for both the HIES varsity program and her junior olympic club volleyball team. Collins’ dynamic skills as an offensive and defensive player have proved advantageous to the HIES team and impressive to watch. Regarding her high school athletic life, she was driven by the hope of “winning state and reaching that goal again after each year.” Collins developed a strong work ethic through her dedication to the sport, as her personal mantra includes, “always work as hard as you can no matter how hard the practice is or how sore you are the next day because it will always result in a good outcome.” Partially due to her consistent offensive and defensive contributions, this year HIES witnessed the varsity volleyball team’s third victory in a row at the State Championship. Collins loves that the HIES program has a “great overall coaching staff” and how it is “very organized. They always get a good group of girls out there.”

MARTIN WILLIAMS

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ince the 7th grade, Martin Williams has been a standout on the football field for both his talent and his leadership.

As a versatile player, Williams has excelled as quarterback, linebacker, and running back for the Bears. He enjoys the “contact of football”; however, there is more to the game that resonates with him. “In clinch times in a game, you have to step up, focus and make a play,” said Williams. Acknowledging what he loves most about the HIES football program, William notes, “We have a great coaching staff. They invest in us and care about the players.” Additionally, the team values leadership, inclusiveness and accountability. For example, Williams explains that this year, “We really focused on welcoming the freshman class into the team.” While he is sad for his high school football career to end, he knows that the values he gained from football will carry through in his future. “It’s time for me to move on from it, but I know I’m really going to miss it,” said Williams.

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TREVOR PALENTINE

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revor Palatine is both a standout player and leader for the Bears baseball program. While reluctant to play when first entering the game at age four, he has loved and has been committed to the game for the past 15 years. As a talented pitcher, Palatine is naturally drawn to his position because he feels “in control of the game.” Palatine adds, “sometimes [pitching] is nerve wrecking, but it is also a lot of fun.” Baseball has given Palatine an outlet to grow as a leader, on and off the field, as he stated “You have to take responsibility for yourself, stand by your actions and be a good role model.” One of Palatine’s favorite parts of the game is most definitely that baseball “is a team sport.

You have to rely on others and put your trust in others.” As a four time varsity member, Palatine acknowledges that baseball has made a lasting impact on his life, as he explains, “There is a special relationship and bond between the team. It is bittersweet that it is my last ride.”

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FINE ARTS

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JULIA DURST

hen she was in fourth grade, Julia Durst fell in love with theatre. “Learning lines came really easily to me, and I was told I was good at it from a young age,” said Durst. This encouragement led her to pursue theatre, acting in 12 HIES productions since fourth grade. Durst’s favorite part of performing is the rush she gets before going on stage. “I’m kind of an adrenaline junkie, so it’s kind of like the same feeling,” said Durst. In order to prepare for performing in front of an audience, Durst keeps it simple by listening to a custom playlist that she creates for every character she plays. Acting also keeps her grounded, “It’s definitely a good sense of finding where I’m at during the day,” said Durst. The ability to become a different character keeps her in touch with her emotions and her favorite character so far is Amy March, from this year’s production of Little Women. In the future, Durst’s dream is to become an actress, and she plans on majoring in theatre.

EMMA YANIGER

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ue to a strong interest in singing, Emma Yaniger decided to take a chance and audition for her first musical production in the fifth grade. It did not take long for her love of performing to develop, as she has participated in every school production since. Yaniger’s numerous character embodiments throughout her career have given her “a better emotional intelligence,” because she “feel[s] like [she] can better understand others.” Some of Yaniger’s most exciting performances stem from the fact that she could “play someone totally out of the box,” said Yaniger. Believing theater has not only “improved [her] character and personality,” Yaniger also claims theatre “provided [her] with more confidence.” There are many aspects of theater that Yaniger loves, but she specifically loves the fact that theater allows people to “leave behind everything in their lives and let go,” and that it can “spark conversations about social issues and things that are actually important.”

SAM BARKER

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inging sparked a passion in Sam Barker at a young age, and nothing has been able to replace it since. “I’m drawn to music by a mixture of a deep emotional connection, and the joy that it brings to both others and myself.” Adds Barker,“Without a doubt, music is my creative outlet. Whether it is a way for me to display an opinion or simply to cheer myself up, music is a way for me to use my creativity in a constructive way.” Barker’s performances are fueled by his love of music, more so than recognition. “Even on the days I’m not overly motivated to work, I find I’m drawn back to music in some way, shape, or form,” said Barker. However, he does enjoy the feeling of accomplishment that follows performing in front of an audience in the theatre.

His favorite was Professor Bhaer, from HIES’ production of Little Women in fall 2015. Barker is unsure of whether he will pursue music as a major in college or not, but he plans on joining A Capella groups, and “keep[ing] music as a part of my life for as long as I’m living.”

CHRIS COTTON

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ith influence from his family, Chris Cotton became interested in art, specifically drawing, from a very young age. Although he did not begin to take drawing seriously until middle school, Cotton’s skills have developed immensely as he practiced his craft in and outside of school. Cotton loves drawing because, “you can imagine in your head and then put it out onto the paper which is really cool,” he says, allowing him to exude creativity. Taking inspiration from his love of hunting and fishing, Cotton often uses graphite to portray “anything that involves the wilderness.” His most common subjects include wilderness landscapes and wildlife. Cotton applauds HIES for creating a “good, diverse community with an environment where you’re able to play football and take AP drawing.” Cotton’s work can be found scattered on display throughout the school, a true testament to the immense talent found at HIES. Although Cotton does not plan to study art in the future, he intends to continue drawing and creating in his free time, fostering his love for art.

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rom partaking in summer mission trips to working with the homeless population through Fountain of Hope and creating cards through Send-a-Smile, Community Service Board President Caroline Ford actively seeks opportunities to give back. Ford explains, “Last year I went to Peru to work with underprivileged children and families and the poor part of the country. I also participate with this charity called Fountain of Hope and they help feed the homeless and they also work on getting homeless people back on their feet and finding jobs for them.”

Ford’s attention to community service was instilled in her at a young age, as her family always advocated for giving back. “It’s always been a part of who I am,” said Ford. However, as she grew older, she “individually branched off from my parents and became more involved in it by myself.” As her time at HIES closes, she definitely sees herself continuing community service during and even after college, “I just can’t really imagine like my life without community service; it’s something that I really believe in.”

KATIE ARNOLD

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enior Katie Arnold spends her free time co-leading the HIES Change a Life Club. Change a Life partners with Sandy Springs Mission to help young, underprivileged children with school work they might be struggling with. “[When] I first came in they had trouble with really simple things that you wouldn’t think about, like counting,” said Arnold. Along with the satisfaction of assisting children understand and conquer various topics, Arnold also finds it satisfying when they “all run up to you at one time and give you a big hug,” and occasionally, “come up with little drawings and stuff that they want to show me.” Although recognition by the group is fulfilling, Arnold has made one special connection that will stick with her forever. A boy “named Yair that I love, he made me a Valentine’s Day card sophomore year and I still have it in my room.” While saying goodbye to Change a Life club will be difficult, Arnold still plans on getting involved in college.

“I definitely think that big projects like Habitat for Humanity and stuff are things that I see myself doing.” said Arnold.

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ackson Miller continuously dedicates his time to local service projects such as Habitat for Humanity, helping to build houses, and West Ministries, where he participates in making sandwiches for the homeless. However, it’s his leadership in Atlanta Children’s Charity that really shows his true enjoyment in community service. Atlanta Children’s Charity is a new club at HIES started by Miller and a group of his friends. Miller explains, “my friend came up with the club, and I wanted to bring it over to Holy Innocents’.” Miller continues, “[In the club] the board members, which are five seniors, decide on a charity to help; we just try to focus on charities that are based solely around youth.

We just want to get [the children] better education, better books, even better clothes around the community.” Miller also notes “it’s the accomplishment you do and how you help people that [makes] the best experience.” Miller participates in community service because he “thinks we’re pretty lucky to be where we are and [that] we should be giving back,” to the less fortunate.

WILL EPPERSON

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ill Epperson has devoted his time to raise funds for Type 1 diabetes research through JDRF, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, as he has lived with Type 1 diabetes since the age of four. “I was the captain of the Holy Innocents’ team, and we fundraised for JDRF around the walk… selling donuts in past years or having dress down days to raise money for Type 1 diabetes research.” In addition to participating in JDRF, Epperson is also involved in Ayuda. “[Ayuda] is an organization that works with diabetes education in Latin America.

I worked with them last year, and I’ll be working with them this year. I’ll be in the Dominican Republic implementing programs to teach kids about how to live with Type 1 diabetes.” Epperson says, “I want to be able to make an impact. I think it’s easy to get wrapped up in our own bubble, in a way. And I think it’s easy to forget that there is a lot outside of our bubble that we don’t interact with on a daily basis. So for one I want to try to give back because we are privileged to a lot of things that not many people have, and giving back helps us realize that.”

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EMMA ROLADER

fter finding out she had a twisted vertebrae during her sophomore year of high school, Emma Rolader turned to yoga for an athletic output because it “was the only thing [she] could do.” Like most people, she started with “the most basic level yoga, which included downward dogs and breathing.” However, with months of hard work and dedication, it soon expanded to a routine of four times per week. Rolader describes yoga as a “super mindful practice… where you sit on your mat and think about what is happening right here, right now.” Emphasizing the importance of mediation, Rolader states that yoga forces her to “sit there in dead silence just with yourself, and breathing.” Adding meditation is “ironically the hardest part but the best part [for her].” Although she does not teach yoga, except to the occasional family member, Rolader is a qualified instructor, and recommends everyone to try it at least once. She claims that “there is a sense of being present that I think is helpful for a lot of people”.

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ince the 5th grade, Alexandria Cannon has been a part of her Girl Scout troop. Cannon describes being a girl scout as “being a part of a sisterhood outside of my group of friends.”

Although her parents are the ones who originally brought up the idea of joining the troop, Cannon is thankful she joined because she “has made life-long friends.” Cannon found the program rewarding when her troop “went to a brownies meeting and mentored them” and they talked to the girls about topics such as body image and loving themselves. The Girl Scout journey leads up to the final project called the Gold Award, which is ultimately “a way for you to leave your legacy” in the Girl Scout world. Cannon is working on literacy with refugee children in grades 1-5 for her project. She is reinforcing reading comprehension skills through a program called New Expressions, which offers weekly workshops for music, art, and dance. Although Girl Scouts of America ends at high school graduation, Cannon plans to stay involved in the program whenever she returns home.

ALEXANDER BRYANT

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lexander Miles Bryant, better known as AB, has been drawn to music for as long as he can remember. “I’ve always loved music and listening to it,” said Bryant. Although it took some time to find his true calling as a rapper, his interest piqued as a freshman in high school. “I tried to sing but I couldn’t really sing at all, then I tried to DJ and that didn’t work out either, so I just decided to rap and make beats,” said Bryant. Being in high school, Bryant was able to find lyrical inspiration from everyday situations and from popular artists he could relate to. “I like it because I can say what I’m feeling, and be comfortable with that and just express myself,” he notes. Through making his own mixtapes in his basement recording studio, Bryant developed a sense of organization and patience. “I’ve made some of my best friends from music,” said Bryant. Planning to continue producing music well into the future, Bryant’s passion will continue to grow.

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BEN MYER

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en Myer, a known musician around the HIES campus, was first introduced to his passion as a lower schooler. “I started cello in the third grade, and that was very eye opening,” said Myer. After learning the basics of music theory with his cello, Myer upgraded to his first bass guitar. Today, Myer plays as part of the band “18 Mullets.” He finds inspiration from everyday life, “but mainly artists from the sixties and seventies.” Playing an instrument throughout his middle and high school years has provided Myer with a creative outlet. “When you’re playing music, it’s like you’re stepping out of all the stuff you’re worrying about,” remarks Myer. Performing has garnered a sense of selfconfidence within Myer, as he states “Performing is the most fun part about playing music.” He is planning to continue his passion after graduating and in the future. “I’m definitely going to start a band in college,” notes Myer.

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he wrapped him in clothes and placed him in a manger, proclaimed the shaky voice of a preschooler in the annual nativity production. I was a sheep, surrounded by angels and donkeys and Mary and Joseph. For months we had been practicing the actions in the scene of the birth of Jesus on the FAB stage - it was show time.

Line up in alphabetical order, I can still hear my lower school teacher say. We would walk like ducks in formation all the way to the old, dimly lit Duncan Gym. Once there, we would climb the rock wall and wait for Coach A and B to call us into the middle of the gym before telling us that we would be playing kick ball today, our favorite activity.

We chose teams, scattered amongst the gym and on the bases, and waited for the ball to come flying into the outfield, or barely make it past the pitcher – it was game time.

Oh, Ah, Ort Report, I said Oh, Ah, Ort Report, we would chant as a class in the dining hall in Mentone, Alabama.

Stick 100 rowdy fifth graders together in cabins with teachers off campus for a few days and the result is nothing but memories. After a few days of community building, we harmonized even more with the daily Ort Report, which was a measure of the food we had not eaten after our meals. Basically, you want a low number on that Ort Report, and between a catchy cheer or the gross amounts of food that fifth grade boys can eat, we HIES kids never had a problem with getting that number lower. On the final night we were supposed to have our Ort Report produce a number of 0 – it was our time to shine.

Do your math homework so you don’t live in a cardboard box under an overpass, declared Middle School Principal Mrs. Jespersen. Your transcript starts today, a stickie on our lockers told us on the first day of freshman year.

How do you expect to win a state championship if you don’t have the courage and cohesion of a team that wants it, preached Coach Watkins on the court during a practice four weeks before we could have been the first team in decades to rewrite school history.

This is the beginning of the end so embrace and love

on it and cherish it all, Headmaster Barton triumphantly vowed at the Senior Tie Ceremony on the first day of our senior year – these were all “evaluate and get serious” times.

Emma Rolader, Upper School Principal Mr. Durst will call as I walk across the stage, accept my diploma, and turn to a new page of the book that my life is writing – the last time I will experience a moment here on campus.

My time at Holy Innocents’ has been filled with happiness and joy and love and frustration and fear. It has been 15 years of my life that have nurtured and fostered my identity and the values that I live my life by. I have made friends with people who share my ideas and with those who have challenged my beliefs. I have lost friends who have moved across the country or who have left this earth that we call home. And I would be lying if I said that I have enjoyed every minute of my journey at HI. I have transformed and found myself, and lost myself again amongst the crazy, changing tides that are the sea of life on a school’s campus. But, more importantly, I have grown. I have grown into the person I am during this season of my life because of the incredible people who have touched my soul and the souls of so many others at HI. The discipline and mentorship and friendship I have found among the administration here is unparalleled to anything I think I will ever experience on another school’s campus. From the nativity production in preschool to the senior tie ceremony, HI has fostered within me a sense of positivity and created an atmosphere of wholeness in my life.

Typically, the first word people use to describe HI is “community”, and I can attest to that. The community of students and teachers has stimulated the organization of the energies in my life into something that drives and embraces and connects to the path that lies ahead as I leave this place. That is cool and also terrifying and awkward. Because what happens when you leave the life you have known for 15 years?

I don’t know the details, but I know that it will be something beautiful and something life-giving, just like my time here at Holy Innocents’ has been. &

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should COLLEGE

FRESHMEN

ROOM WITH FRIENDS from

HIGH SCHOOL?

17.35% OF HIES SENIORS SAY YES, COLLEGE FRESHMEN SHOULD ROOM WITH FRIENDS FROM HIGH SCHOOL

YES

CHRIS MONDE, contributing writer

A

lthough every individual is different and each person can thrive socially in college no matter what choice they make, there is no problem with someone rooming with a friend from high school in college.

has difficulties flourishing socially in large groups. That person probably would have a difficult time feeling comfortable at their new school, or would feel pressured by living with complete stranger.

Adjustment into college life can be very difficult for certain people due to the extreme amount of change it brings into someone’s life.

Transitioning to potentially a new city, being around all different people and not being in the comforts of your own home are just some examples of what one faces going into college; some of these examples can affect people differently depending on the person.

I believe it is okay for people to room with a friend from high school because if someone does feel like this in their transition to college, they’ll always have a familiar face available to talk to, which will help to ease any pressure. If someone can’t feel comfortable in their own dorm, then how can they feel comfortable in their new environment?

One out of every 4 college students experience some form of mental illness, including depression. Take a person, for example, who has a hard time talking to new people, or

82.65% OF HIES SENIORS SAY NO, COLLEGE FRESHMEN SHOULD NOT ROOM WITH FRIENDS FROM HIGH SCHOOL

If somebody wants to room with a person they know they’ll feel comfortable around, then that’ll relieve a major pressure that many people face when first entering college. &

NO

KENDALL BENNETT, contributing writer

C

ollege is a once in a lifetime experience full of an array of new opportunities.

We are sacrificing our comfortable homes for a completely new environment full of overwhelming freedom, a diverse student body, and an entirely new culture. While that can admittedly be a little daunting, it’s an incredible opportunity to start over.

I can understand going to the same college as your friends. Whether it’s a happy coincidence or a carefully articulated plan, you can leave your comfort zone and know you’ll at least have a couple friends with you there. The problem is when a preexisting relationship deters this new experience. Everyone is desperately trying to make friends their freshman year, which opens the door to tons of new personalities.

By rooming with a friend from high school, you are inadvertently limiting yourself to what you already know.

In addition, it’s usually better if your roommate isn’t your best friend. Being able to have mature conversations with your roommate is much easier when it’s someone who will take the concern seriously without getting offended. This isn’t to say all friends are this way, but asking something as simple as “Will you not be so loud in the middle of the night?” can either be a polite request or escalate into a tangent of past faults or irrelevant grudges.

Rooming with a new individual creates a professional and mature foundation, which is so much easier for communication.

Lastly, learning to adapt to new surroundings is crucial for the rest of your life. If you only let yourself be surrounded by the people you already know, you shrink your world considerably. Step outside of your comfort zone. You can do it! &

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NEXT LEVEL WHITNEY WEISS, Editor-in-Chief

ATHLETES *As of April 13th

JAY ROLADER Princeton University Football “There’s nothing like football. It is the only sport I know that can take a complete group of strangers and make them all as close as family.”

SARAH PORTER Emory University Volleyball “I love volleyball because it is intense and has taught me skills such as being a leader and teamwork.”

CHELSEA ZOLLER University of Georgia Track and Field 3 x State Champion Competed at World Junior Championship Competed at Junior European Championship 2A 400m State Record Holder 400 m and 300 m Hurdle School Record Holder

HARRISON COBB NICOLE COHEN Georgia College and State University Volleyball “I love playing volleyball because I love being a part of a team. I like being challenged and having something to work hard for.”

Hampden-Sydney College Basketball “You have to be a leader on and off the court and you have to be a good role model. If you are hustling and playing hard, your team is going to buy off that energy.”

DAVID ADAMS

ERIKA CASSELL

California Institute of Technology Baseball

North Carolina State University Basketball 58 games played Average Stats: 14.0 points 1.4 assists 10.2 rebounds 1.8 steals 2.0 blocks

“I have always loved the game of baseball and could not be happier to be given the opportunity to be able to continue my baseball career.”

BRAXTON LINDLEY

SYDNEY LONG

MAX WALTON

Shorter University Track and Field

Furman University Basketball

Claremont McKenna College Football

“I like the family atmosphere around track and the connections you get to make with everyone on your team.”

“I’m a really competitive guy and that’s what I love the most about football.

Compete to make sure the other team remembers your number after the game.”

“Winning the State Championship was an accumulation of four years of hard work and hearing that final buzzer go off and knowing we won made every sacrifice I made worth it.”

BRENT DUNCAN The University of Tampa Basketball

“The gym is my second home.”

ILLEANA ZEISSNER Emory University Track and Field “In running, no matter how hard it gets, giving up just isn’t an option because making it through the tough times will lead to a greater reward in the future.”

Art CLAIRE SIMMEL, section editor SARAH KALLIS, layout editor

THAT

RESONATES

Artistic seniors reflect on their favorite pieces from their high school careers.

It’s On Our Hands “I have been a vegetarian for over two years and I wanted to portray that through my photo in the style of Tyler Shields.” -Caroline Barber

Honeysuckle “It’s amazing seeing how far I've come and it wouldn't be possible without the countless art teachers I've had along the way.” -Brendan McCloskey

Hands “I chose this piece because it’s my absolute favorite piece I’ve done and I’ve had a really great experience here at HIES in the visual arts.” -Isabella Vear

GET OUT

“Art has been a stress reliever for me and allows me to express myself in a way that other subjects do not. I took this picture to illustrate gun violence in America today.” -Sarah Porter

Poseidon’s Mistress It was freezing cold and about 5:30 in the morning, and I made my friend go out in the water so I could get this shot. I also really love the colors, and the slight bit of movement in the photo.- Annie Strickland

Yupo “This piece... was created through water color pencils and then further altered through the use of Photoshop.” -Katie Arnold

Floating Market “I aimed to portray the vivid ambience of a Vietnamese market from a different perspective” -Emily Ann Betts

Camellia Flower “This flower involved several steps where I layered different replications of the flower, one with graphite, one in paint, and one in Photoshop.” -Kasey Rohleder

Rad “I’ve learned skills that I’ll be able to carry with me beyond photography class and beyond the Holy Innocents’ community.” -Ileana Zeissner

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Frame for tassel turner JOHNNA GADOMSKI, staff writer LILY HARRINGTON, copy editor design, GRACE SIZEMORE

I

an Frame sat fidgeting with his keys, anxiously awaiting the reveal of the 2016 tassel turner. Like many of the people in the chapel that day, save a few senior students, the results of this year’s tassel turner were entirely unknown. Teachers and students alike sat on the edge of their seats, watching the service proceed, clinging onto every word while trying to decipher what lucky HIES community member would be announced.

As soon as senior Ken Brunson mentioned his sophomore year Precalculus class, Frame’s fingers stopped fidgeting, and his heart dropped. From Ken to Kerlin Anderson to Jackson Yaeger, student accounts of personal memories and fond references to Frame’s quirks gave away that the 2016 tassel turner was, in fact, Frame.

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and chuckled before his impromptu speech.

“Frame’s speech was perfect,” says senior Katie Arnold, one of his advisees, “it couldn’t have been better if he had prepared it before.” Somewhere along the lines, he even incorporated a bad joke and pun, a true testament to his character.

Historically speaking, the tassel turner is a member of the HIES community whom the graduating class choses to assist them in their transition into the next chapter of their lives. Throughout the years, this person has proved him or herself as a token of support and community to the class.

As the robot carrying a sign that read “FRAME” advanced up the aisle, a feeling of joy and surreal excitement rolled throughout the chapel.

Reminiscing on the Friday Five, Hogwarts sorting hats, and the dreaded Juice Box Project, Frame looks back on his time with the class of 2016 fondly. “I share a lot of different memories with different people,” Frame noted.

Cheery, humble, and flustered, Frame stepped up to the podium

Frame expresses the most symbolic part about being chosen as the

tassel turner is the sense of community it brings. “I feel connected to the class. The tassel turner is an indicator of a teacher that had a good relationship with a lot of the students, or had a good sense of community with that class. I don’t have that connectedness with any other class besides that of 2016” said Frame.

As a teacher and mentor to the students of the class of 2016, “it is certainly encouraging. There are a lot of days as a teacher when you feel like what you did didn’t work, but being given this award makes you think that you’re at least doing something right, and you can keep on keepin’ on.”

Frame’s lightheartedness and eccentric personality has won the heart of the class of 2016. Not only does he lead the robotics and engineering department, a true interest of many senior students, he has also proven his dedication outside the class. He coached a student basketball team outside of school, showing up to every game decked out in professional attire. While he wasn’t necessarily well versed on the language of basketball, it was his support and

effort that made all of the difference to the team.

“He has come to almost every game and is always making it fun,” said senior Hoyt Spearmen, “Like we kinda expected him to come for a couple games during junior year, but for the past two years he’s made it to just about every game.”

Even if you did not have Frame as a teacher or basketball coach throughout your years at HIES, he makes himself known through his unforgettable and driving presence in the community. Walk past him in the halls and you are sure to receive a friendly hello, smile, or corny joke. Frame embodies the values that HIES encourages: community, dedication, and love for learning. &

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