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VOLUME 99, ISSUE 1
September 16, 2016
What’s the next step? The Start of Something New Alexis Baker
The Start of Something New
Business Manager
Sally Knoop
Editors
Sally Knoop Molly Wolfe
Reporters
Alexis Baker Alyssa Cooper Jarrett Dodson Dorian Ducre Ethan Gerling Lauren Milligan
Alexis Baker
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Lindsey Brashear
None of the Above Molly Wolfe
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Player Profile
Behind the Lense
Jarrett Dodson
Lindsey Brashear
Pilot Patrons
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Staff List
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Editor-In-Chief
Albert & Julie Brashear Laura Dodson Alphonse & Candace Ducre Jennifer Jackson-Harr Brian & Beth Ann Heilers Alex Hutton Holly Knoop Lisa Laker Thomas Mathews Porsche Young Delores Whittler Dan & Michelle Wolfe
Mission Statement
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If the Club Fits... Alyssa Cooper
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What’s Treading? Ethan Gerling
Our mission statement is to provide accurate and timely content that is relevant to the Franklin Central student body. We encourage you to respond to articles and submit suggestions through e-mail. Each reporter’s contact information will be listed at the beginning of his or her article Your feedback is appreciated and will help improve The
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NEWSFLASH Athletic Donations Molly Wolfe, Team Editor mwolfepf@gmail.com
Knowing the huge effect athletics have both socially and economically on the Franklin Central student body, the National Guard recently reached out to the FC Athletic Department Director, Greg Orr, to help support our players. The Indiana National Guard had Sgt. Hannah Cincebox, a former Franklin Township student, along with Staff Sgt. Leah Davies and Spc. Sam Huh present Mr. Orr with a $3,000 check to help our athletic department start the 2016-2017 school year right. The $3,000 donation is going to be used for funding athletic equipment for our numerous sports teams. The National Guard financial donation was the first, as part of a community outreach program. The National Guard is hoping to create more of a partnership with Indiana schools.
Mr. Orr recieving the $3,000 donation from the National Guard
As a part of creating this partnership, the National Guard began involvement with FC’s Athletics last winter, when Sgt. Cincebox and other members of the Guard helped support a leadership award for our top athletes. Another contribution from the National Guard was an advertisement in the high school’s student handbook this year.
Lisa Laker
2016 Homecoming Court The Franklin Central High School Student Council is proud to announce the 2016 Homecoming Court: Freshman Princess Lydia Laker & Prince Kionne Bybee Sophomore Princess Madi Morgan & Prince Peyton Lamping Junior Princess Courtney Jacob & Prince DJ Casey Senior Queen candidates: Kylee Althoff, Malia Mulligan, Ayesha Naderi, Karissa Palmer, & McCauleigh Whalen. Senior King candidates: Jon Arnold, Bryce Healey, Zachary Papalko (not pictured), Brady Riley, & Austin Smith
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None Of The Above Molly Wolfe, Team Editor Mwolfepf@gmail.com
This November, America has a hard choice to make. We have to choose between the two most disliked candidates for president in the past ten presidential elections...or do we? According to Gallup, both major presidential candidates, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, are disliked by 25 percent of voters. That’s a huge amount, especially when compared to the most recent presidential election in 2012, in which only 11 percent of voters disliked both Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. On top of low approval ratings, only 45 percent of Clinton and Trump supporters strongly support their candidate. All this means that when voters flood the polls this year, they will be looking for an alternative. There are approximately 43 independent parties in the United States today, including single-issue oriented parties, such as The United States Marijuana Party and The Rent Is Too D**n High Party. However, the two most popular independent parties are the Green Party and The Libertarian Party, both of which have candidates running for president this year. The Green Party’s candidate is Jill Stein, a physician from Massachusetts who became involved with politics in 2002 when she was recruited by the Green Party to run for Governor against the Republican candidate, Mitt Romney. Stein advocates Healthcare as a basic human right, abolishment of the electoral college in favor of direct popular vote and universal child care programs. Some of her platform’s larger goals also include zero percent unemployment rate and nonviolent global support for democratic movements. The most recent polls show Stein polling two to seven percent of the popular vote in America; she needs 15 percent to appear on the televised debates starting on
Monday, Sept. 26. These debates will be televised on most major broadcast networks such as CNN, FOX and ABC. Up to this point, the only two candidates that have achieved polling 15 percent of the popular vote, and will be in the debates, are the Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, and Democratic presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton. The Libertarian Party’s candidate for the 2016 presidential election is Gary Johnson, the governor of New Mexico from 1995 to 2003. Johnson recently polled a high of 14 percent of the popular vote, an astonishing amount for a third party candidate, and only one percent below the requirement to be apart of the debates with Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton later this month. If Johnson can make it to 15 percent and appear on the televised debates, he has the chance of becoming a major candidate for president. The Libertarian’s platform is summed up in their Platform preamble, “Our aim is to keep the Republicans out of your bedroom and the Democrats out of your pockets, so that you can make your own choices and live your life as you choose.” The Libertarian Party is socially liberal; they advocate drug legalization and the elimination of gun control laws. However, they are economically conservative, believing strongly in a free market and the abolition of the welfare state. Libertarians also support non-interventionism and oppose building a wall along the United States border with Mexico. Instead, they advocate the implementation of policies that would make it easier for legal immigration into the United States. So, when November rolls around keep in mind that you have more than just two options for the president of The United States. Exercise your right by heading to the polls. Good Luck America!
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, are disliked by 25 percent of voters.
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Happy 200th, Indiana JACOB ELLIS, REPORTER jacobellispf@gmail.com
Indiana turns 200 on Dec. 11 this year. How are the Flashes celebrating? Daniel Kinser, a Franklin Central junior, says, “I’m going to the Indiana State Museum to learn about Indiana’s history.” Mrs. Susan Tomlinson, a Sociology and United States History teacher is on the Morgan County Bicentennial Committee. Tomlinson has already attended several meetings, celebrations and workshops about Indiana’s history, and has also participated in the First Annual Flag Town 5K Run and Walk that celebrated the Bicentennial. Tomlinson proudly shares, “We have a rich heritage, and I’m proud to be a Hoosier. My family has been in Indiana since the 1930s.” Junior, Kyle Wilson, says that he is excited for the 200-year anniversary. “I think I’ll be doing a Civil War reenactment for the 200th anniversary,” says Wilson, “I love Indiana. I was born here and I will be buried here.” Hoosiers everywhere are celebrating this historical event. The Indiana Historical Society will open an exhibit called, ‘You Are There 1816: Indiana Joins the Nation,’ beginning Sep. 9, through Oct. 15. Nineteen-hundred torches will be carried for over 2,300 miles, traveling through all of Indiana’s 92 counties in the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay. The Indiana State Museum will have an Indiana Bicentennial exhibit which will include art from the state’s history. On Dec. 11, the Happy Birthday Indiana Bash will take place at Carmel Clay Public Library from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Who’s A Hoosier? 1. A. David Letterman 2. A. Sting 3. A. David Koresh 4. A. John Dillinger 5. A. Marlon Brando
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Indianapolis became the capital of Indiana in 1825.
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The state flower is the Peony, the state tree is the Tulip Tree, and the state bird is the Cardinal.
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State is also known for its pork tenderloins, and for sugar cream pie., which is also known as Hoosier pie.
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Indiana has had two constitutions, the first in 1816 and the second one in 1851. The state flag was adopted in 1917.
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Former president, William Henry Harrison’s home is located in Vincennes, Indiana.
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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway was built in 1909, and its first Indy 500 race was in 1911.
B. Conan O’Brien C. Steven Colbert B. Beyonce C. Axl Rose B. Marshall Applewhite C. Jim Jones B. Jesse James C. Dutch Cassidy B. Laurence Olivier C. James Dean
Answers 1. A
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The start of something new ALEXIS BAKER, REPORTER Alexisbakerpf@gmail.com
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Franklin Central seniors are experiencing their last Homecoming, Coffee House and Roncalli game, they are about to embark on a journey of firsts. It’s time to start preparing for college. On the other hand, some seniors will be going into the work force or the military. Whatever your plan is, it will be the start of something new. For most seniors, college is the next step, and by now, everyone knows that it is a long and stressful process. At this point, counselors have gone around to English classes to help answer questions about applications. That was a lot of information, helpful, but intimidating. Don’t worry seniors; we’re all in this together. Even though this information is mostly relevant to seniors, it will be everyone’s turn eventually. So listen up and get your head in the game. One of the biggest obstacles is deciding which schools to apply to. There might be a lot of schools you can imagine yourself attending, so in an ideal world, you would apply to all of them, but applications cost money. Luckily, there are some schools where the applications are free: Butler University, University of Indianapolis and Indiana Wesleyan University. The students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch might even qualify for all applications to be free on a financial basis. The next thing you have to think about when applying to a college is if it has a good program for want you plan to major in. For example, if you were interested in engineering, it may be a good idea to look into Purdue University because their engineering graduate and undergraduate programs have consistently been top ranked by U.S. News & World Report. This particular school has a multitude of good programs, but your major may be the key reason you would pick one school over another. Another decision when picking a school is location. First of all, how independent are you or are you willing to become? If you rely on your parents or guardians to do all of your laundry and make all your meals, are you willing to step outside your comfort zone and
become responsible for many things you take for granted? If you aren’t, then maybe a close school is for you. But if you want to be independent, maybe pick a school that isn’t down the road. Now that you’ve picked the colleges where you want to apply to, what time is it? It’s time to fill out the actual application. The admissions criteria include strength of subjects, class rank, Grade Point Average, SAT/ACT scores, recommendations, activities, awards, essays and possible interviews. Franklin Central’s website, Naviance, tracks most of these factors: especially when it comes to activities. The resume on Naviance is a helpful tool to display what you are involved in. It shows extracurricular activities, work experience, athletic or art achievements, references, volunteer activities and your objective. It is a great way to display things that can’t be seen on a transcript because it shows how well-rounded you are. Also, it is important to remember that Navianace provides many scholarship opportunities. Financial aid is essential for everyone, so it would be worthwhile to consider applying for many scholarships. There are many ways to receive the means of paying for college. Some include grants, loans, scholarships and federal and state grants or FASFA which stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. I know that it is scary breaking free from the close-knit society of FC, but the next few years will be life-changing. So cherish your moments from today and have some incredible school pride, but don’t be scared of the memories you’ll make tomorrow. Once a Flash, always a Flash!
Don’t worry seniors; we’re all in this together.
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...Senior Profiles
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FC seniors are all making big decisions right now. Below are some fellow students’ stories about their decisions when it comes to college and what they will miss most about FC:
Sarah Kurtz: -”I want to major in counceling because I want to help the orphans in Mazatlan, Mexico deal with the issues of separating from thier families. -I’m considering Grace College and Cincinnati Christian University because they have great programs that will prepare me for what I hope to do. -Tuition , programs, location, and how much the students like it overall are factors that I consider when choosing a college. -I’ll miss my friends that I got to meet throughout high school.”
Caroline Kolp: -”I’m planning on majoring in social work because my passion is helping others. -The biggest factor for finding a school is a sense of community. -I’m going to miss my friends the most becuase I’m so close with them and not seeing them everyday is going to be difficult.”
Brock Perry: -”I plan on majoring in Youth Ministry simply because I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I feel called to youth ministry by God and I have a passion for community and friendship that drives me to show other people what it’s like to be known, valued, and loved. -The biggest thing thing I’m going to miss about FC for sure is my FC Singers family. They are one of the biggest parts of my life and I love them to death. It’s going to be one of the hardest things to say goodbye. They all, every one of them, are incredible. FC is lucky to have such an amazing group of people.”
Allison Anness: -”I’m considering IU for their amazing psychology program. And I’m also considering Huntington University for their counseling degree they offer and the aspect of it being a Christian college. -I’m going to miss being in FC Singers the most. The bonds and experiences I’ve had with the people in the choir are ones that will never be had again in the same way. I’m very thankful to have been part of such a successful and fulfilling program.”
McCauleigh Whalen: -”I am seriously considering Indiana University, University of Arizona, IUPUI, and Purdue University. All of those are excellent schools with great biology programs. -What I’m going to miss most about FC is being involved in Riley Dance Marathon, Student Council, volleyball, and all of the amazing opportunites and friendships they’ve brought upon me, cheering loud in our great student section for whatever sport is in season, all of the awesome teachers who have helped shape me into the person I have become today, and last, but not least, the frozen yogurt in the cafeteria, which is what I’m pretty sure kept me going throughout freshman year.”
Expecto Morem SALLY KNOOP, REPORTER sknooppf@gmail.com
Many witches and wizards all over the world rejoiced this past July 31 when the two part script of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was released in book stores and on stage in the Palace Theatre of London. The book, based on J. K. Rowling’s story, was written by Jack Thorne and John Tiffany and was expected to be a major hit; the numbers still overwhelmed many bookshops the world over. Over 2.2 million copies of the script were sold in the first two days of its release in the U.S. and Canada alone, a number that shattered several records. The story focuses on Albus Severus Potter, one of Harry and Ginny’s three children. Albus struggles with the weight of a family legacy that he never wanted. He and his best friend, Scorpius Malfoy, decide to go an adventure with a stolen magical item and a mysterious companion. Not too much more can be said without giving away some major spoilers, but let it be known that according to many Franklin Central students, the story is fantastic. “I have been a hard-core Potterhead since I was in grade school and will always be,” says Audrianna DeWitt, junior. When asked about what she thought of the new installment, DeWitt replied, “I think the script is an amazing addition to the Potter series as well a great insight into the next generation. We haven’t had new material for quite some time, and I feel as though this was an amazing way to keep the fans happy.” Although some people have complained of being let down by the script, the book overall has been well received, having a nearly four out of five rating on Goodreads. DeWitt’s only complaint about the script was a bit of cheesiness in the reoccurring plot line. Perhaps the news that J. K. Rowling released three new short story collections on Sept. 6 will cheer her underwhelmed fans up. These stories expose the darker side of the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Each e-book is roughly 10,000 words long, cost around $3 and give more background to characters such as Professor Dolores Umbridge, Minerva McGonagall, and Remus Lupin. They provide a history for the notorious Azkaban prison and a better one for the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and
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Wizardry. The magic will only continue with the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them movie this fall on Nov. 18. Rowling’s dedicated readers always knew that the story would never really be over, but receiving more actual text from the author is better than any fanfiction or theory they can come up with. Happy reading, Potterheads.
What house is your favorite news staff in?
Alyssa Cooper, 11, Gryffindor Sally Knoop, 12, Hufflepuff Molly Wolfe, 12, Ravenclaw Ethan Gerling, 12, Hufflepuff Lindsey Brashear, 12, Hufflepuff Lauren Milligan, 12, Ravenclaw Alexis Baker, 12, Gryffindor Dorian Ducre, 12, Hufflepuff Jarrett Dodson, 11, Hufflepuff Mr. Lichtenberger, Teacher, Slytherin
Meet the staff
LINDSEY BRASHEAR, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF lbrashearpf@gmail.com
Tucked away in the newsroom, The Pilot Flashes staff has been hard at work to put out the first issue of the newspaper. From brainstorming article ideas to making final changes to page design, these students have worked their tails off for weeks to create the issue you are currently holding. Besides writing and producing the paper, our staff collects ads, volunteer at school events, and organize fundraisers for equipment, conferences, and printing supplies. We thought it was time you meet the friendly faces behind the publications.
Chief
Sally Knoop Business Manager, Team Editor
Molly Wolfe Team Editor
Favorite TV Show? Supernatural Favorite Song? Renegade by Styx Favorite Superhero? Batman
Favorite Food? Baked goods Favorite TV Show? Game of Thrones Favorite Superhero? Thor
Favorite Food? Cookie Dough Favorite Movie? Lord of the Rings Favorite Singer? Cole Porter
Lauren Milligan Head Copy
Alexis Baker Copy Editor
Ethan Gerling Copy Editor
Favorite Drink? Tea Favorite Band? Panic! At the Disco Favorite Superhero? Mercy
Favorite Movie? Dead Poets Society Favorite Band? Carrollton Favorite Song? Hear You Me by Jimmy Eat World
Favorite Movie? Birdman Favorite Band? Foo Fighters Favorite Superhero? Squirrel Girl
Alyssa Cooper Reporter
Jarrett Dodson Reporter
Dorian Durce Reporter
Favorite Movie? The Princess Bride Favorite Band? Karmin Favorite Superhero? Ms Marvel
Favorite Food? Chick-fil-a Favorite TV Show? Better Call Saul Favorite Song? Do What I Want by Lil Uzi Vert
Favorite Drink? Snapple Favorite Movie? Hancock Favorite TV Show? ESPN First Take
Lindsey Brashear Editor-In-
Editor
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Behind the lense
Photographers at Franklin Central
LINDSEY BRASHEAR, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF lbrashearpf@gmail.com
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his time of year, many seniors are starting to worry about college applications and scholarships as well as other important things that need to be done before the end of the year; one of those is scheduling and taking senior picturwwes. Many students choose to get their pictures done at a professional photography studio. They don’t realize that some of the best photographers are right here at Franklin Central. So take a minute to get to know a few of them and pick up a camera yourself.
Alyssa Finney
Alyssa Finney got her first camera in sixth grade but didn’t get a professional camera until her freshman year of high school. Finney enjoys taking travel and scenic pictures the most, though she is available for senior pictures as well. Finney’s advice for new photographers is to follow these three simple steps: 1) Know your camera. “Have fun and experiment with your settings!” 2) Don’t buy the high-tech stuff just yet. “Take time taking pictures on what you have now and it will help you to know what to buy when it’s time to upgrade.” 3) Take at least one photo every day. “It’s cliche but practice makes perfect.” As a closing remark, Finney wishes those just starting photography is to enjoy the learning process and to know that it never ends “The cool and exciting thing about photography is that there is so much to learn. Inspiration is all around you.”
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Jake Lawrence
Jake Lawrence began taking photos at age seven and he hasn’t looked back since. Even though Jake has been doing photography longer than most, he didn’t start his business until freshman year. “There is something about getting the lighting and subject just right that makes it so fun to me,” said Lawrence. Lawrence uses his photography and his relationship with God to inspire his Instagram followers. “I try to post a journal a day about my relationship with God and usually upload a photo with it.” When asked what his favorite style of picture to take is Lawrence said senior portraits. “I love photographing their genuine happiness.” Sessions start at $50, but price can be negotiated. All proceeds go towards helping Lawrence fund for a missions trip.
Emily Toney
Emily Toney started taking pictures three years ago and since then has had huge success. “I got into photography by watching my mom do it for years,” said Toney, “I basically ‘stole’ her business from her - oops!” Toney said when she first started photography it was difficult but once she got the hang of it, it became a lot easier. “I highly suggest to just have fun with it and really teach yourself and learn new things from other photographers.” Toney’s favorite sessions are with seniors or families. But she is open to anything: babies, couples, engagement, pets, senior photos and weddings. When ask how she feels about photography, Toney responded: “I love capturing moments for people and memories that will forever last a lifetime.”
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Oh B y! LAUREN MILLIGAN, HEAD COPY EDITOR lmilliganpf@gmail.com
The 2016 Olympics has been taking the world by storm, breaking records and also breaking people’s hopes. Katie Ledecky beat her own world record during the 400-meter freestyle and won a total five medals, adding to the U.S. total of 121. Michael Phelps is still the most decorated athlete in Olympic history with a record of 23 gold medals and an overall of 28 medals. Winning these medals and beating our times aren’t the only types of records that the US is setting. Chris Mosier is the first transgender athlete that’s been on the U.S. team during the Olympic games. Mosier represented Team USA during the duathlon competition. A duathlon follows the phase of a runcycle-run, meaning the competitors would run a certain length, cycle a certain length and then run the rest of the way. Though, Mosier is also a triathlete, swimming, biking and then running the last distance. On Aug. 8, the world finally heard about Mosier. Nike aired a commercial in their “Unlimited Courage” campaign on The National Broadcasting Company (NBC) during the live broadcasting of the Olympics. The message of this commercial was that Mosier never gave up despite his gender oppression and the societal aspects of his sport. “At any point in my life, regardless if I was confused about who I was or if I didn’t know the language of what I felt, the one identifier that never changed was ‘athlete,’” said Mosier. To Mosier, he seemingly always identified as male, even when he looked more feminine throughout his
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youth. When sharing his results among the top females of a certain race, he felt wrong because he was perceived as a straight, white male in physical appearance. Mosier started his transition in 2010, taking testosterone, changing legal documents and participating in male competitions. This is especially difficult because most international and national competitions don’t allow the usage of substances to be in a person’s body (an example of this is the banning of the Russian Track and Field team due to the positive testing of a banned substance). As of this year, athletes that are going through hormone therapy to transition from one gender to the other, are allowed to compete. As of Jan. 2016, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) allow femaleto-male competitors into the games without restrictions, but the male-tofemale competitors have a multitude of restrictions. The female’s testosterone levels must be below 10 during the eligibility trials and the period of competitions. The competitors will be tested on a regular basis. If they do not meet or accept these terms, they are suspended from female competitions for a 12-month period. Mosier is a LGBT+ advocate, often speaking out about the difficulties that people within this community face. He’s also one to speak about the inequality of athletic competitions between men, women and others. People like Mosier are inspiring others within the LGBT+ community to become more active in sports and clubs.
FLASHES TAKE TOUGH LOSS VERSUS REBELS DORIAN DUCRE, REPORTER dorian.ducre@yahoo.com
After coming off a week one victory at Decatur Central by a score of 21-17, the flashes were unable to generate the same success versus Roncalli, on Friday night at Lucas Oil Stadium. Franklin Central lost to the rebels 22-14 after showing great resilience throughout the entire game. Senior quarterback, Jon Arnold, led the flashes on a 10 play, 75 yard drive that concluded with him running 10 yards into the end zone which made the score 9-7 at halftime with the flashes trailing by two. The Indy Star quoted Roncalli head coach Bruce Scifres saying, “Franklin Central changed the momentum, and I told our guys at halftime that we had to step up, “Scifres said. “We had the lead and needed to play smart football.” Coach Scifres squad followed suit and on their first drive of the second half matriculated the ball down the field for 54 yards and scored on an 8 yard touchdown run by senior running back Kenny Gillum which increased their lead to 16-7 with just fewer than 5 min. left in the third quarter. On the next possession for FC, Arnold fumbled the football at the Roncalli 22 yard line. The football was recovered by senior defensive back, Josh Swan, and returned for a touchdown pushing the Rebels’ lead to 15 with 3:04 left in the third quarter. “It took the wind out of our sails” quoted by the Indy Star from head coach Grant Lewis in regards to the fumble. “We can’t give a play like that up in a dogfight. When that happened it was hard to get the kids on track again,” said Lewis. The Flashes weren’t ready to call it a night. Arnold’s one yard touchdown culminated a nine play drive that trimmed the lead to 22-14 with 6:50 left in the game. But the next FC drive trying to tie the game up at 22 apiece, the Flashes were unable to assemble a first down resulting in the rebels taking over at the 41 yard line with 3:24 remaining on the clock, all but sealing the deal for Roncalli.
“I’m proud of the way our guys stepped up in the second half,” Scifres said, “We were able to get a cushion after halftime”. Roncalli’s offensive efficiency was on full display Friday night, with 197 yards on the ground and 105 yards passing. Their defense held FC to a total of 191 yards of total offense. Senior quarterback Derek O’Connor of Roncalli, completed 86 percent of his passes going 13-15 for 105 yards passing and had seven carries for 20 yards rushing. Leading the team in rushing for the rebels was Kenny Gillum who ran the ball 16 times for 106 yards and a touchdown. For the Flashes, quarterback, Jon Arnold, completed 46 percent of his passes going 6-13 for 62 yards through the air; he ran the ball seven times for 40 yards rushing and scored two touchdowns. Other key contributors were sophomore running back, Michael Pitz, and senior tight end, Wilson Huber, Pitz mustered 63 yards rushing on eight carries and Huber reeled in two passes for 28 receiving yards. The Flashes suffered another tough defeat last Friday versus Coach Moriarity’s Bloomington South Panthers, losing 31-7. FC struggeled mightly on the offensive side of the ball being held scoreless for the first three quarters and turning the ball over three times. Arnold completed 33 percent of his passes going 4-12 for 42 yards passing and three interceptions. Arnold ran the ball 11 times for 56 yards rushing. FC’s leading rusher in the game junior Jaylen Brown had 18 carries for 123 yards rushing, averaging 6.8 yards per carry and a touchdown.
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Parrish sets the pace for cross country JARRETT DODSON, REPORTER jdodsonpf@gmail.com
Senior Michael Parrish and the Flashes Boys Cross Country team are preparing for another exciting season of competition. As of Aug. 23, the Flashes are ranked twenty-fourth in the state. While the cross country team has been extremely competitive over the past few years, a state championship title has eluded the team since 1998. This squad included Mr. Brian Dunn, who is the current boys head coach. The 2016 season looks promising for the Flashes who have a multitude of seasoned varsity athletes looking for the win. This year’s team consists of ten seniors and a wide assortment of other athletes. One of those seniors is Parrish, or “Greek God Mike” as some of his friends and teammates call him. Parrish was the only FC athlete to qualify for the 2015 cross country state championship last year. On running at the state meet, Parrish said, “[It was] stressful, but very fun and a good experience as a still developing runner.” Coach Dunn looks to Parrish for guidance in sorting out and leading freshmen this year. Parrish has always been a role model for the underclassmen and that is demonstrated by his character and positive attitude every day at practice. One freshman, Christopher Reischel, said that “Michael Parrish is a great runner and he inspires me every day.” Parrish is particularly strong as a leader because of his team-first mentality, saying that his favorite part about running is “Growing with the team and
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improving.” During the 2016 Track & Field season, Michael ran the 1,600 meters at the Conference Indiana Track and Field Championships and achieved a personal record of 4:26.92. Michael placed third and Franklin Central won the meet. Parrish’s current 5K personal record is 16:03.26. He set that record during the 2015 season and is continuously training to improve that time this year. He currently holds seventh place in Franklin Central Cross Country’s time records. His coach, Dunn, is third on the list, with a time of 15:34, and three-year consecutive state champion Aaron Fisher, Dunn’s 1998 teammate, is first with 15:14. Running is in the family with Parrish, whose brother, Mitchell, is also a varsity runner and can be seen jockeying for positions against his brother. At a 3,000 meter time trial both brothers finished with exact same time of ten minutes. Mitchell’s best 5K time is 16:30.4 which he set at the Sept. 3 Avon Invitational, smashing his old record by more than 30 seconds. The elder Parrish struggled in his first race, so he ran at the Avon Invitational in the junior varsity race, where he won with a time of 16:21.7 shattering the previous course record. When asked about how he thought the team would do this year he said “Great, seniors have tons of experience and are in great shape... Trust the program.” Saagar Barmeda
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Student Spotlight: Student Writers The Pilot Flashes wishs to spolight some of Franklin Central’s best writers and to share their work with the rest of the school.
Ode to Trees
Elise Julien, Sophmore A vision of the vast, dancing meadows clouds my sightlines, captures the core of my creativity, lures me until I have no choice but to succumb. Violent and blazing rays attack my skin, causing sweat to emanate from my pores and dampen my clothing. A path leading to shade calls my name. I answer the call, abandoning the openness of the field. I feel the difference and look up to thank my rescuer. The bare, bark-clothed tower that rescued me. Its branches are ladder rungs that spiral. Its branches are welcoming any climbers. Though its leaves now lace the ground with their graceful outlines and dulling colors, this tree is beautiful. This nature-made totem pole reaches for the sky. Its branches promise height that I could only dream of. Darkly dressed, the wooden skyscraper possesses more pigmentation than my pale skin.
The journey taken to become the unmoving shelter hasn’t been an easy one. Constantly fighting other types of vegetation that try to steal your nutrients has earned you a medal of honor. Withstanding natural torments and sprouting into a beautiful structure gets you noticed. Planting your roots firmly in the ground has made you as wise as the owls that choose to live in you. Your strength against the inconsiderate insects that aim to destroy you is admirable. Even more admirable than that is the way you move in the wind. Your branches are arms that wave without cares, arms that sway to the inaudible symphony created by creation. You are a teacher, of flawless feature of nature, a teacher to hear the symphonic melodies that human ears have become deaf to. You are an example, oh angelic topiary in the arbor, of how to persevere through persisting predicaments and then give way to the majestic refrains that serenade in your ears. A lesson to be learned from a tree is to break free of the shell around you, grow, do the best you can do in life, and dance to the music of naturethe music of life.
“Nature is beuatiful and is often overlooked. There’s more to it than meets the eye and when we look into it we can find it’s true beauty.”
-Elise Julien
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If the club fits...
ALYSSA COOPER, REPORTER acooperpf@gmail.com
Looking into some clubs? Franklin Central has a great array to choose from, whether you’re joining or just curious to know what it’s all about. FCHS clubs offer something for everyone. FCHS has many clubs to choose from for those that are looking for a hobby and those who want to learn a lot while helping the community. The clubs offer something for everyone. Join our school community and get involved in a club.
FCHS AQUARIUM CLUB
Aquarium Club:
Do you love fish and want to know more about them? Aquarium Club informs students about multiple species from varying habitats. The club also pulls concepts from different branches of science to maintain the aquariums. “We will maintain species from as close as the stream down the road in Franklin Township to species that exist in Africa, South America and other areas on the Earth,” said Mr. Joe Fleckenstein, Aquarium Club Sponsor. Aquarium Club had over 100 fish last year, from several different species. This year members can look forward to seeing local fish as well as dwarf seahorses. The club meets every Thursday.
Flashes Robotics: Robots being programmed for yearly challenges,
such as heaving foam pieces to clear a fence for points, is something you can experience in The Robotics Club. This interactive and hands on club is for anyone who enjoys robots, competition, problem solving , or being on a team. The club has won multiple awards over the years including the spirit award at the Indianapolis tournament and the Excellence Award at the City of Indianapolis Competition.They have even qualified two robots for state finals. This year’s team will engineer robots that can throw foam objects, such as blocks or jacks, over a fence. The Robotics Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. in room 608. “It is a really fun team, because it is run by the students and all of the robots are designed and completed by students,” said Mr. Rick French, Robotics sponsor.
Friendly Flashes:
Creative Writing Club:
Students gather in room 432 to get their imaginations going and to write for Creative Writing Club’s meetings. This club focuses on writing and creative thinking while having multiple group outings and guest speakers. Author of titles such as “Con Job” and “Kitsune-Suki”, Laura VanArendonk Baugh will make an appearance on Nov. 8 for a workshop. Many more fun activities are planned for Creative Writing Club, including the homecoming parade on Sept. 22.
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:Randi Tolbert
Friendly Flashes is just how it sounds students come together to make lasting friendships with their peers. Members are placed with their peers with special needs in friendship matches. With the exchange of contact information the students will be encouraged to hang with their friendship matches and even become friends with other club members. Every year the club comes together for the homecoming parade and No-Tricks-Just-Treats. The morning of each meeting they plan out their after school activities and give a helpful list for out of school fun. Out of school ideas include going to museums, school events, and multitudes of fun activities to bond over. The club meets monthly after school.
History Club:
History Club is a great pick for those who enjoy learning about the past of Franklin Township and Indiana as a whole. The club attends a variety of events, plays games and even watches movies. “Our purpose is to explore and celebrate the rich history of Franklin Township, Indianapolis and Indiana and to share it with others,”said Mrs. Susan Tomlinson, club sponsor. The club has been known to visit the Franklin Township Historical Society as one of their activities. They also create the Veterans Wall of Fame for Veterans Day, which is set up for students to salute veterans or service members in their family. This year members will look forward to the Indianapolis International Festival. History Club meets next on Sept. 27.
Key Club:
Are you looking for a opportunity to volunteer? Key Club is your ‘key’ to success in this situation, as it focuses on just that. The club organizes and participates in a lot of helpful activities for the school and community. Last year Key Club members put together five Little Free Libraries and placed them around the township. These allow for a trade of one book for another, granting access to books to everyone in the township to promote literacy. Grants from United Way, Franklin Township Education Foundation, and Moorehead Foundation went a long way to fundraising these libraries. Key Club also gathered 3,ooo pairs of socks in donations for the Horizon House. They will be meeting next on Sept. 28, at 7:15 a.m. in room 235.
SADD Club:
Students Against Destructive Decisions, also known as SADD Club, takes time to think over tough choices. The club is all about positive and productive decisions rather than destructive ones. The club hopes to help members have a better judgment in situations. Last year SADD Club hosted many opportunistic and helpful events. The club helped host Kindness Campaign and promoted both Suicide Prevention Week and Spirit Week. Spirit Week fundraising went towards the MakeA-Wish Foundation. The club meets every first Thursday, in room 426.
World Cultures Club:
Students gathered in the upstairs large group instruction room at Franklin Central on Aug. 9 for fun, interactive Japanese culture centered activities. World Cultures Club ran a meeting that was styled to inform students about Japanese culture, with hands on activities. It was open to any and all high school students. World Cultures Club is meant to bring everyone together and to show that differences in culture will not divide the school. Remember Flashes Around The World last year in May ? World Cultures Club puts that event together inviting everyone to showcase their cultures.If you’re interested, come on the third Thursday of each month, the next meeting on Oct. 6, in room 235.
EDITORIAL • PAGE 18
Tricks of the trade LAUREN MILLIGAN, HEAD COPY EDITOR lmilliganpf@gmail.com
School has started up again and we’re a mess. We’re nodding off during notes and can’t really keep track of when that essay is due. Don’t even ask us how to translate this sentence in our foreign language of choice without having at least 12 ounces of some caffeinated beverage in our system. But that’s okay, because we’re getting the hang of it once again. We’re going to bed earlier and writing down what needs to be completed in our agendas. We’re slowly but surely getting our homework done at night and we’re relearning how to take proper notes. Each school year, we go through the process of recovering from the summer. Some of us are already ahead of the ball, easily kicking along while others are struggling to even get off the bench. Worry not, for I am here to help. This is my fourth year here at Franklin Central, so I’ve had a lot of experience. I’m going to share some of my tips and tricks:
1. Go to sleep before midnight
2. Stay hydrated
H20
Not everyone has to get seven or more hours of sleep every single night in order to function normally but it’s generally safe to go by the signals that your body is telling you. If you’re yawning and generally can’t form a sentence correctly without messing up, then I’m suggesting that you should have gone to bed hours ago. Go to sleep when you see fit but generally before midnight is best.
A while back, there was this craze on tumblr where everyone was yelling at each other to stay hydrated. This seems a little silly, but it’s so important. Staying hydrated keeps you from feeling sluggish and also helps you perform your best. Besides, water helps keep your skin clear and your body functioning smoothly. Generally, it’s allowed to have water out in class but it’s still good to check with each teacher to know their policies.
3. Eat a decent breakfast
4. Do your homework
I used to be in the No Breakfast Club during my first two years of high school but I’ve kicked that habit since I don’t like dragging food with me to school. By the time it was third period, I’d be hungry and wishing for a snack. Since I’ve resumed eating breakfast again, I’m more awake and I’m more focused during class. Eating breakfast also keeps our body focused and we’re able to crank out more work in the process. They do say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
Now, this seems like a given. Most people just automatically do their homework on a normal basis, and some are even obsessive when it comes to doing their work perfectly at all times. Just do your homework. It’ll help your grades and keep you from having to take any type of remedial classes later on in your high school career. It’ll also boost your confidence in certain classes that are material heavy. It’s just going to help you in the long run.
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Fun & Games Start Here!
The halls have ears! Where we publish the out-of-context bits of student conversations that we hear in the halls.
What if we put the goat IN the skirt?
WORD LIST:
CARIBBEAN COLLEGE FOOTBALL GOLF HARRYPOTTER KEYCLUB NEWSPAPER OLYMPICS PHOTOGRAPHY STRANGERTHINGS TRUMP
Stop writing about my voice on your blog!
I’m not the brightest tool in the shed...
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What’s trending at franklin central? ETHAN GERLING, COPY EDITOR egerlingpf@gmail.com
Over the summer there was plenty of new entertainment that became available. Let’s see what was popular for Franklin Central!
Stranger Things:
This Netflixoriginal drama starring Golden Globe Award winner Winona Ryder, and a cast of mostly children, became popular very quickly after its release on July 15. Stranger Things has become one of the top most watched shows on Netflix in the company’s history, and has the third most views within the first 35 days of release for any show on the platform. The story is that of the mysterious disappearance of a little boy in a small Indiana town in 1983. The boy’s mother Joyce (played by Ryder), the police chief, and a group of the boy’s friends all go searching and must face terrifying forces to find him. : Netflix
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child:
Authors J.K. Rowling and John Tiffany and playwright Jack Thorne have revived the historic Harry Potter franchise by forging a brand new story. Instead of just another book however, this time the adventure is in the format of a play. Harry Potter’s son, Albus, and his best friend, Scorpious Malfoy, go on a journey while simultaneously battling through personal issues, such as living up to the legacy of their fathers. For more information on Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, see page 7 for Expecto Morem. :JK Rowling
Suicide Squad:
Suicide Squad is DC Comic’s latest movie interpretation of one of their comic series. The movie features a cast of several big names, including Will Smith, Margot Robbie, Cara Delevingne, and 30 Seconds to Mars singer Jared Leto. Even though the movie has received incredibly mixed reviews, it has still managed to rise to the top of the box office. The story is centered on a group of supervillains who have been hired by the United States government. The group was formed to go on missions too dangerous that the government wouldn’t want to risk their own men and resources on. :DC Comics
Twenty One Pilots:
Almost a household name at this point, the duo of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dunn form the alternative rock/ rap group Twenty One Pilots. The band has had an incredible growth in popularity in the past two years. Their contribution to the soundtrack of Suicide Squad called Heathens is the second most purchased song on iTunes so far in 2016. Their second single off of the Blurryface album, Ride, has also garnered the band more attention. :Twenty One Pilots
Overwatch:
Releasing just at the end of May, Overwatch took the world by storm. Produced by Blizzard, the company behind the wildly popular World of Warcraft, Overwatch attracted players from all across the gaming spectrum to participate in a colorful, fast-paced, first-person shooter. The cinematic trailers that feature many of the unique characters found within the game managed to spark the interest of millions across the globe. The gameplay consists of two teams either trying to control a territory, gain control of a territory, or escort a payload to a designated location. Instead of playing as random, nameless soldiers like many other shooters, Overwatch allows you to pick from over 20 unique heroes to play as.
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:Blizzard
A Taste of the Caribbean Located at 5603 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219 is a new escape to the Caribbean for all to experience! Café Carib is a Caribbean restaurant in Irvington with delicious tropical food that has foodies all over the city raving. The restaurant has done well with critics in other papers, but The Pilot Flashes wanted to put them to the test.
“As we walked up the spell of smoking meat and spices filled the air. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great too and made the experience that much better. Our food was served quickly and was laid out beautifully as well. Each dish was delicious (we shared). I had the coconut shrimp with fried plantains and rice. There was a lot of food too, so we had leftovers to take home.” - Sally Knoop, Reporter
“Our waitresses recommend everything to us, so everyone ordered a different dish and shared. I can vouch for her now and confidently agree that everything we ate was genuinely good. That being said, you have to be willing to try a different flavor of food, including things like crawfish and goat.” - Molly Wolfe, Reporter
If you’re interested in trying new food or are looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out Cafe Carib! Supporting a locally owned business and getting great food and service has never been better. Hopefully you love Cafe Carib as much as we did.
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