The Trojan Times, Issue 1, Vol. 27

The Trojan Times issue 1, Volume 27, October 29, 2021

what's inside?

Table of Contents 4-5........................ monsters, new AMS staff, and neon NighT 6-7....................... FALL SPORTS 8-9........................ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT 10-11...................... Local Events and Photo of the month 12-13....................... Fall festivities 14-15..................... eerie theories and nerving nightmares 16.......................... fateful Phases and student polls

Letter from the Editors It's finally fall, Andover Trojans! We are proud to share with you the first edition of the 27th volume of The Trojan Times.

We have been working hard designing and writing the best content for the newspaper. You might have noticed us getting interviews during your lunch period or conducting polls in the concession stand. Maybe you will find your quote or photo published in the newspaper today!

So, you might be thinking, what is new this year in regards to the newspaper? Well, first and foremost we have changed the way in which the newspaper will be distributed. The Trojan Times will now be distributed on designated days during all 1st hour ELA classes. The newspapers will stay in each ELA classroom for about one week for you to read at your own leisure.

Secondly, we welcomed six new seventh graders and one new eighth grader to the staff this year. This means lots of new voices will be shared in the newspaper this school year. Thank you for your support and we hope that you enjoy the issue!

Sincerely, Ellie Johnson, Lily Ralston, Izzy Kwaw, and Maddy Wallace The Trojan Times Editors

Paw-some Costumes

By Ellie Johnson, Staff Editor and Emily Meyer, Staff Writer

Are you planning on dressing up this Halloween? Surely, you can't look as cute as these famous fluffballs. Lots of pets are taking part in dressing up this fall season. Students at AMS submitted their pets pictures for us all to see.

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Memorable Monsters Page by Rose Gosset and Katie Robert, Staff Writers

Felt, thread, and needles galore! In the third and fourth hour Family and Consumer Science (FACS) classes, the 7th and 8th grade students were met with the challenge to bring student sketches of monsters to life using needles and thread. Kindergarten students from Cottonwood Elementary chose a shape to make a monster out of. Then, AMS student sewers put their creativity to work and prepared monsters from those sketches that were stuffed versions of the sketches.

Marleigh Eberhart, 7, shared that her favorite part was "seeing the little kids' reactions, they were all so cute." The FACS students had fun on this project and it made the Cottonwood students happy as well.

Avery Stout, 7, uses the sewing machine in his third hour FACS class to recreate a monster that a kindergartner drew for him. Photo by Rose Gosset

Megan Evans, 7, is delighted to present her monster to the Cottonwood kindergartner that designed it. After all the care and attention she gave to this project she is gratified with the kindergartner's reaction. Photo by Sean Mansoor

fresh faces

Teaching is a work of heart, not mind. Three new staff members were welcomed this school year at AMS. The first new recruit is Mr. Christian Ammerman, a 6th and 7th grade language arts teacher.

When asked what he enjoys most about teaching, Ammerman shared, "I like teaching because I know that I get to go to work every day and know that I’m making a difference."

"He’s fun to talk to," explained Isabella Muniz, 7.

Another addition to the AMS staff is Ms. Kristen Keene. Keene came to AMS with two years of experience under her belt from Robinson Middle School in Wichita and teaches 7th grade language arts. During MTSS, Keene's students enjoy flexible seating.

Last but not least, Mrs. Amy Champlin is the new principal this school year. When asked, she said that she chose AMS because "[she had] heard nothing but great things about Andover Middle School [including] the students, the staff, and the parents." Champlin enjoys being a principal because "middle schoolers are so unpredictable, funny, silly, and impressionable! This is such an important time of their lives [and] they need people who can work with them patiently and guide them in a positive direction!"

Jakob Pease, 8, shared that he likes that Mrs. Champlin is "really happy and energetic."

Makenzie Kieffer, 7, shared "she's got a lot of school spirit."

Andover Middle School is delighted to welcome two new teachers and a new principal to the amazing Andover Public Schools community.

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Ms. Keene 7th grade Language Arts teacher

Mr. Ammerman 6th and 7th grade Language Arts teacher

Mrs. Champlin New Andover Middle School Principal

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Light 'Em up Page by Rose Gosset and Katie Robert, Staff Writers

Get your glow on! On October 22nd, Andover Middle School hosted the first school dance since 2019 due to COVID restrictions. The school dance was open to all 7th and 8th grade students. Many students showed off their neon gear which was the theme of the dance.

Students enjoyed rocking it out on the dance floor or competing with friends in an open gym.

Lindy Jessop, 7, commented, "everyone was really friendly and the decorations looked cool."

Some of the songs played at the dance were "Fancy Like" by Walker Hays, "Dancing Queen" by ABBA, and "Cha Cha Slide" by DJ Casper.

When Max Chism, 7, was asked what his favorite song that was played at the dance was, he said "my favorite song was "Y.M.C.A" by Village People."

Perhaps one of the most entertaining moments of the night was when the open-gym students formed a dance circle where people were able to show off their moves. Isaiah Day, 7, performed the worm while his peers watched with laughter. Adler Law, 7, did backflips as classmates cheered him on. Overall, the 2021 Neon Night was a great success. Everyone had a ball, ate lots of candy, and drank lots of soda, all while helping to support STUCO.

"I liked the big dance circle we did." - Katelyn Rowe, 8

A large group of girls huddled together to talk at the AMS school dance.

Tyson Ross, 7, and Daniel Kim, 7, connect glow sticks at the school dance .

There were lots of cool blue and green lights casting shadows and making AMS student's clothes glow.

"I liked the open gym." - Molly Bleakley, 8

8th grade students, Jenna Harrison, Katelyn As the DJ plays music, some AMS students dance Angela Parker, 8, stands in the "spotlight" at Kice, Katelyn Bennett, and Greysen with friends. the STUCO dance.

All dance photos by Emma Jittawait Thompson, have fun at the dance and welcome friends as more people arrive. favorite Neon Night memories

"I liked dancing."

- Ava Childress, 7

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"My favorite part was hanging out with my friends." - Blake Swindler, 7

"I liked that it was really colorful and I liked the music."

-Brynn Eilert , 7

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"The DJ was cool."

-Isaiah Day, 7

"I liked the open gym because I got to play basketball."

-Brooks Brown, 7

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Touchdown, Throwdown

By Emile Rivero, Staff Writer

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Set, hut! There is nothing quite like the bright stadium lights shining down on the Andover District Stadium football field. Fall and football go hand in hand. This season, the Trojans started out their football season strong with a win over the Eisenhower Tigers for both the seventh grade A-team and the eighth grade A-team.

Nick Atkinson, 7, said, "my favorite part of playing football would be the team aspect of it."

Atkinson is a cornerback for the 7th grade B team.

The eighth grade A-team finished with an overall record of 2-3, while the seventh grade A-team’s record was 1-4. The seventh grade B-team finished the season undefeated, going 3-0.

Quarterbacks are the natural leaders of any football team. Eighth grade A-team’s quarterback, Walker McClellan, shared "[my favorite part of playing football is] being around the guys."

You cannot experience football without a vibrant cheerleading squad. The Trojan cheer squad exhilarated both the crowd and team whenever a big play happened. AMS cheerleaders came to each game with a smile and put in the hard work, rain or shine, to help lead the football players to victory.

Lily Ryan, 7, shared, "what I enjoy most about cheering is how everyone cheers with us."

Through many ups and downs, the Trojan football team and cheer squad worked hard the entire season.

Brooks Brown, 7, contests a catch against the McPherson Bullpups.

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Serves up! Representing our school, the AMS volleyball teams ended their season playing some great ball.

Overall, both the 8th and 7th grade teams fought hard and worked together to take home win after win. Don’t sleep on these girls, they're quite the group to watch.

Consisting of eight players, a brand new coach, and great teamwork skills, the 7th grade A-Team finished the season with an overall record of 11-2 which marked their name down as Wichita Suburban League (WSL) champs.

Kennedy Geyer, 7, shared the emotions she felt after the WSL league tournament victory, "It was really exciting because it felt like all our hard work paid off."

Jaguars down, Trojans all around. Both 8th and 7th grade B-teams battled hard and beat Andover Central in an epic showdown.

"It was really exhilarating, especially since we came back when we were down and we couldn't have done it without everyone in good spirits like we were," declared Kelsey Anderson, 8.

It is no secret that a great coach can make all of the difference and this year the Lady Trojans volleyball team welcomed three new coaches to the team, Coach Lieachea Lattau, Coach Ashley Eichman, and Coach Jessica Johnson, along with seasoned veteran Coach Brooke Hernandez. Volleyball is a mental game, and with solid coaching, these student-athletes were able to work together to overcome challenges throughout the season.

Finishing 7th in their league, 8th grade A-Team Coach Brooke Hernandez started off her first year as head coach with a bang.

When asked what her favorite part of the season was, Camille Avila Luna, 8, declared, "getting better every day with my peers."

"Playing with my friends and getting to work with my coach," added Brynn Eilert, 7.

Wonderful job to the Lady Trojans who have proven, yet again, that hard work pays off in the end for another successful volleyball season. These are definitely girls you want to keep your eye on, especially in the near future.

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Make a run for it

Highlights

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By Maddy Wallace, Staff Editor Runners on your mark! The AMS cross country team worked hard and ran hard this season. The season opened on September 7th and ended with the WSL league meet in Derby on October 12th. Meets were held every Tuesday along with one Saturday race at Wellington.

Hard work and determination led the 7th grade girls to seven straight wins and the title of being undefeated all season.

"I enjoy the running and the people," said Aaryn Tyler, 7. This season marked Tyler’s first experience out on the course.

There is a reason why the phrase "practice makes perfect" is known so well known. "[I enjoyed] the running and conditioning for sprints," shared Brayden Willard, 8. Willard worked hard at practice each day to improve his race time.

"I enjoyed the sense of family," Tyler Wertenberger, 8, stated.

Runners worked hard but also had some time to have fun at practices and meets. One Friday after school, the team ran to Wendy’s, got ice cream, and then ran back to AMS. "It was fun and I got to hang out with my friends," said Parker Lee, 7. Games were also played every Friday morning at practice. The last Friday practice before the season ended, the Trojans participated in a Glow-Run where they brought glow sticks and got to run while talking to friends and having fun.

"The eighth grade girls were super supportive, and the coaches were fun," shared Kaiya Womack, 7.

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The girls tennis team had a fun end of season party at Chicken N Pickle.

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The Lady Trojans tennis team won the WSL League Tournament.

Izzy Kwaw, 8 and Paige Steiben, 8 won against McPherson 8-0.

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The 7th grade boys placed top 3 every single cross country meet.

7th grade girls go undefeated all season in cross country.

You just got served

Valeny Wong, 8, came back from losing a match during a tournament.

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Eighth grade cross country runner Maddy Wallace broke school record.

9 eighth grade boys placed top 25 at the cross country WSL meet.

Order on the court! The girls' tennis team had a smashing season, going undefeated for the seventh year in a row. The 7th and 8th grade teams consisted of eighteen athletes and two outstanding coaches. The Trojans played eleven competitions and practiced daily after school.

The Lady Trojans placed 1st overall at the WSL league tournament, held on October 11th.

Emma Jittawait, 8 shared "I enjoyed being part of the team because it feels like a family."

Tennis isn’t just an individual sport. Players can play both singles and doubles. Doubles are played with a partner. It takes a lot of teamwork, cooperation, and quick thinking to play doubles, which can make some think that it is more difficult than singles. But singles can be just as challenging. When playing singles it is crucial to have quick thinking and a wide range of movement. The player has to move around the entire court and think of what to do at a moment's notice. The player can only rely on themself.

"I enjoyed fun Fridays," said Ada Tantemsonboom, 7.

In the end, the hard work paid off. Teamwork and dedication led them to an amazing season.

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Student Stars Pages by Maddy Wallace, Staff Editor and Allison de la Garza, Staff Writer What a star! Many students have hobbies that they enjoy outside of school. What makes you, YOU? How are you unique? For some, it might be creating and perfecting a masterpiece. For others, it could be playing a sport that they train hours for each week. Unique skills and characteristics are what separate us and make us different.

Photos provided by Alyssa Clutter

Alyssa Clutter fights for the ball during a soccer game.

Helping Hand Averie Mountain, 6

What do you enjoy about your hobby?

"I enjoy being able to volunteer for The Buddy walk and announcing miracle league games. I also love going to local elementary schools and talking about kids with special needs."

What motivates you to pursue your hobby?

"I am motivated to spread my platform because I want everyone to know that kids with special needs are amazing."

What is something most people don’t know about your hobby?

"Some things people don’t know about my platform is that I created it when I was 6 years old and a lot of FAA kids from our school are on the miracle league baseball teams that I announce."

What is your favorite movie?

"The Peanut Butter Falcon."

What a save!

Alyssa Clutter attempts to save the ball from going out of bounds.

Averie Mountain posing for a picture with Miss Unstoppable.

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Averie Mountain, 6, hanging out and having fun with young FAA kids.

Speaking to the camera with confidence, Averie Mountain, 6, speaks to a camerawoman at her elementary school.

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worth the kicks

Alyssa Clutter kicking the ball during her soccer game.

Alyssa Clutter, 8

What made you start your hobby?

"My dad put me in it when I was really young."

What do you enjoy about your hobby?

"It’s a nice break from being inside and it’s nice to hang out with my team."

What motivates you to pursue your hobby?

"It’s fun."

What is your favorite movie?

"The Avengers."

Growing Greens Jacob Salinas, 7

What do you enjoy about your hobby?

"I enjoy having free food, and I like to admire and look at them."

What made you start your hobby?

"I started growing stuff because it’s a passion and interests me."

What is something most people don’t know about your hobby?

"It takes a long time for things to grow. Pumpkins take around 180 days to grow. It can take 15-20 years for maple trees to mature. " Photos provided by Jacob Salinas What is your favorite snack?

"Gushers"

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Community conjuncture

By Lily Ralston, Staff Editor and Allison de la Garza, Staff Writer Fun at the Fair!

Ding ding ding, step right up. Let’s go to the fair! The AMS band traveled to Hutchinson to perform at the Kansas State Fair on September 15, 2021. Student musicians performed two fun and lively songs, “Paint it Black” by Mick Jagger and “Dynamite Drums” by David Stewart. When asked what their favorite thing about the trip was, Lili Thiessen, 8, said, "hanging out with friends."

Elle Ross, 8, liked, "the food."

The talented group earned a score of 1, which is the best score a school could earn. The judges were impressed with the band's volume and balance. A good band follows a Pyramid of Sound, which is a chart of the volume each instrument should play. The flutes are at the top, being the quietest instrument. Tubas and bass clarinets are among the loudest instruments, so they are on the bottom.

Overall, the AMS band had a fun time playing together, and their hard work was rewarded.

Spirit Week Come one, come all! AMS students showed their school spirit by dressing up for the corresponding spirit week days. All these creative ideas for dressing up were provided

by Student Council.

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Twin Day Bustling Book Fair Fun

As the band walks onto fair grounds, they get a good look at the rides and people.

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Books, erasers, prizes, and more. The book fair is an event that helps both students and the school. Eager readers are able to purchase books and miscellaneous items and all of the profits benefit AMS. Some of the new books that were featured included Traitors Among Us by Marsha Skrypuch, Last Gate of the Emperor by Prince Joel Makonnen and Kwame Mbalia, Vacancy by K. R. Alexander, and Battle Dragons by Alex London. Teachers made wishlists and kids could buy books for their teachers, letting everyone in their class be able to read that book. Make sure to look out for new books in your classrooms!

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AMS spirit/ Hat Day Oct. 7

USA Day Oct. 8

Best Spirit Week Moments

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"I liked how almost everyone participated, especially on Thursday."

Nic Sporleder, 8

June Schimdt, 8, and Jordan Kleeman, 8, match for Twin Day. Photo by Sean Mansoor

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Shopping at the book fair, Adler Law, 7, takes a look around. Photo by Lily Ralston

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"I dress ed up fo r U SA d ay and loved sh owing m y school spirit," Dotsie F o ste r , 6

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Lydia Powell ,6 "I enjoyed Hat Day because it was fun to wear a hat," Peyden Hopkins, 6

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photo of the month Photo by Lili Thiessen, 8

Along with the other AMS cheerleaders, Kenadi Dean, 7, cheers at the Andover vs. Eisenhower Football Game on September 29, 2021.

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Sweater weather

By Ellie Johnson, Staff Editor and Emily Meyer, Staff Writer Pumpkin in the air and leaves on the ground, spooky air flowing all around town. The students at AMS are busy getting ready for the fall trends of this new season. Everyone is pumped with autumn cheer for this holiday filled year. Beanies and all, the AMS Trojans are ready for fall.

Pumpkin spice and everything nice is right on point for this spooky season, and many students here at AMS agree.

Lola Woodward, 7, shared that, "pumpkin patches are my favorite trend this year." This season, pumpkin patches are high up on people's to-do lists. With the spooky sensation and fun atmosphere they provide, pumpkin patches are hard to pass up on. Walter’s Pumpkin Patch is a perfect spot to spend one of your very fine autumn afternoons. Located just north of El Dorado, Walter’s Pumpkin Patch is full of many different fall activities to fit every age.

Speaking of pumpkins, Starbucks new fall drink collection is all the rage this October. Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Iced Pumpkin Lattes, and the Pumpkin Spice Frappuccinos seem to be the most popular pumpkin refreshments from Starbucks this season.

We asked Ruby Ralston, 6, what her favorite fall trend was and her answer was, "Starbucks pumpkin lattes."

Aiden Dible, 7, replied with a similar answer when he stated, “pumpkin spice is my favorite this season.”

Starbucks isn't the only place with tasty treats. Crumbl Cookies is offering unique seasonal cookie flavors including Pumpkin Chocolate Chip and Pumpkin Caramel.

Time for sweaters and holiday cheer, the AMS trojans can't wait for fall to be here.

"Fantasy football."

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"Haunted houses."

-Henry Lasater, 8.

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-Isabella Muniz, 7.

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"All the Crumbl tastings."

-Katelyn Cao, 8.

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Fear factors

By Ellie Johnson, Staff Editor and Emily Meyer, Staff Writer Pumpkins and ghosts and scares... oh my! October is known for falling leaves, horror movies, haunted houses, and all things scary. With Halloween right around the corner, spookiness is at its peak. Horror is the place people look to when wanting to participate in a frightening fall activity. The fear factor is high, especially around this upcoming Halloween night.

Field of Screams, located in Maize, is a popular attraction for those looking for a fright. This spooky spectacle offers haunted houses, corn mazes, and more. The eerie feeling is sure to have your heart beating faster while you are there. The actors are sure to give you the night of your life as you make your way through a very entertaining and scary haunted house.

It's the exhilaration needed for a spooktastic shock. Every year, new horror movies are released. In need of a thrill or a good time, many people watch these terrifying films. Some of the most famous horror movies include Scream, The Conjuring, A Quiet Place, and many more spooky sequences. AMS students were eager to share their favorite scary movies.

Presley Shanks, 7, said, "my favorite horror movie is either It or The Conjuring because they are entertaining and I love scary movies."

So grab your popcorn, have a seat, and try to relax as these movies are sure to give you a fright this Halloween!

"Crimson Peak."

-Keaton Rupp, 8

"The Sixth Sense."

-Trinity Scolari, 8

"Haunted House."

-Daniel Kim, 7

"Halloween Kills."

-Alexis Ryans, 7

"A Quiet Place."

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"Haunted House 3" -Trey Ford, 6

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-Emma Willard, 8

"Hocus Pocus."

"Saw 12."

-Lylah Covey, 8

"The Conjuring."

-Cameron Kittle, 6

"Mama."

-Maria Ali, 8.

-Nolan Hull, 6

"Goosebumps."

"Halloween with Michael Myers."

-Cole Elliott, 6.

-JP Hupp, 7.

"Paranormal Activity."

-Nick Atkinson, 7.

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eerie theories

Superstitions

By Izzy Kwaw and Lily Ralston, Staff Editors

Aliens, anomalies, and apocalypses. Could they be real? A conspiracy theory is an explanation for an event or situation that invokes a conspiracy by sinister and powerful groups. Most conspiracy theories are unknown, or not very popular. Some conspiracy theories including "The Demon Cat" and "Skull and Bones" are examples of less common conspiracies that you may have heard of before, but never taken into consideration.

Conspiracies It's the Great Big Pumpkin Charlie Brown If you have seen The Peanuts special over Halloween, this conspiracy may be a surprise.

Some theorists believe that The Great Big Pumpkin is actually an angry god who killed Charlie Brown's parents.

Black Cats Cats play all sorts of mythological roles.

In ancient Egypt, cats were revered; today Americans collectively keep more than 81 million cats as pets. This superstition comes from old beliefs in witches and their animal familiars, which were often said to take the form of domestic animals like cats.

Knock On Wood This is a common superstition used to fight off bad luck or bad fate. This is also said to be suggesting the idea that the person does not want to upset a angry universe.

Demon Cat Do you want to host a ghost? The White House and other Washington D.C. buildings are being haunted by a mysterious ghost cat, known as the Demon Cat. The Demon Cat was seen on the night before both Lincoln’s and JFK’s assasination.

Area 51 A meme based on Storm Area 51 in 2019, sent thousands into the desert for an event called Alien-Stock in search of aliens, but it didn’t quite go as planned. Area 51 is a military installation at the Nellis Military Operations Area. It quickly became known as the most secretive military sight in the world. This is because it does not exist on any government website, leading to many conspiracy theories.

Don't Walk Under a Ladder This superstition arises from Christian beliefs in the Holy Trinity: since a ladder leaning against a wall forms a triangle, "breaking" that triangle was blasphemous.

Skull and Bones Skulls and bones have been something referred to as a logo or a flag. The Skull and Bones image is part of a theory that it is used as a symbol for a secret society that is working to have full world domination. That logo is also thought to be associated with the illuminati.

Breaking a Mirror Should this ever happen to you, watch your back! Breaking a mirror is believed to curse you with seven years of hardships and bad luck.

Rabbits Foot Talisman Good luck charms are common, and a rabbit's foot is one type of lucky talisman. The rabbits foot is said to ward off evil, and protect the owner.

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Why Do the Leaves Change Color In Fall?

Cooler temperatures, Halloween, and pumpkin spice, but have you ever wondered why the leaves change color? Photosynthesis and chlorophyll play a big role in this process. Photosynthesis is the process by which plants or trees create their own energy through sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide. Chlorophyll is the reason the leaves have a green color. When photosynthesis comes to a stop in fall, the trees shut down for the winter. The chlorophyll breaks down. The colors that come next depend on the temperature and the amount of rain received.

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Yellows & Oranges Caused by declining daylight

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Reds & Purple -Vibrant Colors: *cool (above freezing) *sunny & dry -Dull Colors: *early, hard frosts *wet conditions

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Nerving Nightmares

By Izzy Kwaw and Lily Ralston, Staff Editors

Halloween may be scary, but nightmares can be even more chilling. According to Google, Nightmares are a type of frightening dream that 10-50% of young people have. Everyone can experience nightmares, but not every sound sleeper does. Because nightmares happen during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, dreamers are more likely to remember them even though they usually do not mean anything. The subjects of nightmares can vary from person to person. Struggling with getting sound sleep because of crazy dreams? Make sure you don’t fall asleep after eating! Consuming food right before sleeping can make your brain more active, and therefore lead to more nightmares. Also remember, if you have low stress and don't worry too often, you are predicted to have better dreams.

What's the craziest nightmare

What Does Your Nightmare Mean?

Being Chased: This is the most common nightmare and usually suggests being in pursuit of a goal, but experiencing a frustration or challenge in obtaining it.

“I was at the supermarket and I ran off a cliff.”

- Shahd Assaf, 6

Falling: Falling is another common nightmare, often relating to not feeling in control of your life. Whether this is school, work, relationships, money, or a fear of letting go.

“I was walking with my parents at the zoo, and my parents pushed me off a bridge. I fell into an abyss.”

- Ryann Parcell, 6

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“My parents dropped me off in the woods with wolves.”

- Chloe Gantz, 8

"My mom got swallowed by a crocodile."

- Eric Witt, 8

Sustaining an Injury: This can often represent feelings of weakness in your personal life. “Injury dreams could be an indication of feeling emotionally hurt by loved ones, friends, or the fear that they may let you down...” says Phil Lawlor.

Feeling Trapped: A feeling of claustrophobia can reflect an inability to get out of a bad situation, particularly one with no possibility of escaping. It can mean feeling trapped physically or emotionally.

“My mom was a witch.” - Nas Williams, 7 “I was at my grandparents house and dreamt that I was back at my house and this guy with a cloak was chasing me.”

- Corbin Williams, 6

Teeth Falling Out: Teeth are seen as representing power or confidence. Teeth falling out can symbolize a loss of confidence or a knock to self-esteem. It could also mean a fear of losing something important.

Drowning: A situation that includes drowning in water could mean becoming deeply involved with a situation in life. A drowning nightmare where your head slips under the water could mean being overwhelmed. Being unable to breathe can mean not being able to put feelings into words.

you've ever had?

"I was driving on a bed, but like a car in this really nice neighborhood. I fell into a giant cotton candy canyon and this giant pulled me out of it."

- Audrey Bailey, 8

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“I walked into my bathroom and then my dog followed me, and when I turned around, my dog turned into a silverback gorilla.”

- Eli Niessen, 8

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Fateful Phases

By Izzy Kwaw, Staff Editor and Lily Ralston, Staff Editor

Momentous moons! The moon has a series of phases that happen over time while it rotates around the Earth. The four main phases are the new moon, full moon, first quarter, and last quarter. The phases in between those are the waxing crescent, waning crescent, waxing gibbous, and waning gibbous. There are many different sky events, but eclipses are one of the most exciting, but rare sightings. Solar and lunar eclipses are often confused with each other, but they have major differences. A solar eclipse can only take place at the phase of a new moon, when the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth and its shadows fall upon Earth's surface. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. It can only happen during the Full Moon Phase and when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are exactly or closely aligned with Earth between the other two.

Lunar eclipses are less common.

Reach For the Stars

November 4-5, 2021: Taurids Meteor Shower November 5, 2021: Uranus will be visible in the sky November 17-18, 2021: Leonids Meteor Shower November 19, 2021: Full Moon/Partial Lunar Eclipse December 4th, 2021: Total Solar Eclipse December 13-14, 2021: Geminids Meteor Shower December 19, 2021: Full Moon December 21, 2021: December Solstice

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Poll Them In

By Ellie Johnson, Staff Editor and Allison de la Garza, Staff Writer

Trick or Treat?! Every student at AMS has unique values, personalities, and opinions. We’ve gathered answers from students about favorite sports teams and candies during this fall season. best local

Halloween candy

sports team

fan favorites

Other 18.4%

WSU 21.6%

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Reese's 16.3%

Snickers 7.1%

KU 50%

K-State 28.4%

KitKats 28.4% Twix 29.8%

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Maddy Wallace, Staff Editor Izzy Kwaw, Staff Editor Ellie Johnson, Staff Editor Lily Ralston, Staff Editor Rose Gosset, Staff Writer Katie Robert, Staff Writer Emily Meyer, Staff Writer Bella Bouddhara, Staff Writer Allison de la Garza, Staff Writer Emile Rivero, Staff Writer Mrs. Haley Winegar, Advisor

When students submit an article or artwork to the Trojan Times, the following guidelines should be followed.

Your name must be printed on the item.

Articles or artwork may not be libelous, obscene, or in poor taste, contain content that may cause a material or substantial disruption to the normal school day, or result in an unprovoked invasion of privacy. Students are able to submit stories, artwork, and letters to the editor.

Anything submitted will be subject to verification by the editor(s) and advisor of this publication.

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