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One month after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that killed 14 students and three staff members, there was a nation-wide series of marches, protesting gun violence and school safety. PHS students planned and participated in their own protest, part of March For Our Lives.
To continue reading about the school walkout, go to page 6.
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Bills Get Signed Into Law // Page 4 ‘Love, Simon’ Simplistic, Yet Poignant // Page 8 Social Media Influences Eating Disorders // Page 10 Student Talent on Display // Page 14 Wrinkle in Success // Page 16 Simora Aims for State // Page 20
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SOCIAL MEDIA ANALYZED F or the past decade, social media has become a vital part of American culture; it is used to connect people, share ideas, advertise products, advocate change, update family and friends and much more. In 2015, there were an estimated 2.3 billion social media users. Facebook alone has a monthly active user count 1.59 billion users, followed by Instagram with 400 million and Twitter with 320 million. According to a study by PEW Research Center, 71 percent of teenagers use at least one social media site. Social media has become a forum for student expression and a place to share one’s opinion and advocate change. Whether it is debate students promoting the Puyallup High School walkout or Stoneman Douglas students using it to contact politicians and prep for the Washington D.C. #MarchforOurLives, social media platforms have become an essential resource for sharing information. Journalists have been taking advantage of the digital age and using online platforms to reach their audiences. Young and old activists have been able to use
instagram to advocate change and connect people with similar political views. The Washington State Legislature recently passed a bill protecting student expression in high school and college newspapers. Our publication looks forward to the opportunities it gives us and
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the difficult conversations we will be able to have. Student journalism is an important part of a community’s culture and we are glad it allows us to talk about serious topics, such as gun control and eating disorders. Student voices are meant to be shared. Student voices are meant to be heard. We hope that students at PHS see our publication as a forum for student voice and through our newspaper, website and social media platforms, we will continue to be a liaison between
the community and the student body. While there are many benefits to social platforms, they do have drawbacks. Social media has been known to play a role in the development of eating disorders for some young men and women. Many eating disorders arise from distorted body image and lack of confidence in one’s figure, so pictures of thin women and the encouragement of hashtags like #thinspiration influence one’s eating habits. The Viking Vanguard encourages PHS students to view social media with a grain of salt. PHS nurse Jennifer Schafer suggests that students be critical viewers of the media and its messages about self-esteem and body image. Do not take everything you read or see as true. Be kind to others and be kind to yourself, she says. Our social media accounts strive to educate and inform, as well as update and highlight the students at PHS. We understand that with this great responsibility comes great power and we are excited to use digital media in future journalistic endeavors to give students a voice.
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In December 2017, the FCC proposed a repeal on the 2015 US Open Internet Order. The repeal went through Congress causing state governments to act quickly to prevent future issues from occurring. Washington is the first state in the country to fully pass a bill in support of net neutrality. This protects from websites and media platforms who want to charge people to use their websites in order to benefit themselves or certain broadband companies. When the net neutrality law was first introduced, more than 15 states put a bill up to protect their population from federal laws. Washington is the first to pass it through and have it signed. SHB, Substitute House Bill, 2282 began its journey Jan. 18 in the House Committee on Technology and Economic Development. It passed through the Appropriations and Rules Committees in late January and early February before going through a House vote Feb. 9. It passed with a vote of 93-5, then made it through the Senate Feb. 27 with a vote of 35-14. Gov. Jay Inslee signed the bill into law March 5 and the bill will go into effect June 7. Anyone who uses the internet in Washington state will be able to freely use websites without the fear of paying money. Other countries around the world have created laws against net neutrality as well, some choosing to outlaw certain sites from charging users and others allowing all sites to charge users.
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ashington recently passed a new law for gender pay equality. It is an updated version of the 1943 law, which made gender-based wage discrimination a misdemeanor in Washington. This new bill states the guidelines for what constitutes wage inequality and it says that businesses cannot punish employees for discussing wages with coworkers. The bill does note that pay differences may be a result of education, experience or knowledge but past wage history cannot be a factor. Supporters of the bill hope that the passage of the bill will encourage companies to make policy changes and be more open with wage information. Supporters also anticipate it will decrease the pay gap between men and women in Washington; women make 79 cents for every dollar earned by a man, according to a study completed by the Seattle Metro Chamber of
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Commerce and Women’s Funding Alliance last year. This bill, HB 1506, although being introduced about three years ago, officially began its journey Jan. 23, 2017 when it was first introduced to the House and sent to the House Committee of Labor & Workplace Standards. By the end of February 2017, it had passed through the Labor Committee and Appropriations Committee and an amendment had been added. It passed through the Senate committees and over a timespan of four months, went through the House Rules committee three times and went to a third special session before, by resolution, it was reintroduced and retained in present status June 21, 2017. HB 1506 was reintroduced January 2018 where it quickly passed through the Senate committee. In March, a conference committee was created to resolve the differences between the House version of the bill and the newly added Senate amendments. After the committee report was adopted, the bill was adopted and signed by the president of the Senate and speaker of the House days later. Gov. Jay Inslee signed the bill into law March 21.
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Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5064 into law March 21, 2018. The bill, referred to by supporters as the “freedom of expression bill,” guarantees First-Amendment free press rights to student journalism organizations statewide. At its core, SB 5064 gets rid of administrators “prior restraint,” the ability to review and censor media before publishing. The bill also protects school districts from any liability in the event of
a lawsuit against the publication in response to some administrators’ fears that getting rid of their prior restraint power could allow lawsuits against the school district. The anti-censorship bill makes Washington the last west-coast state to pass legislation giving school-sponsored student media free press. Now, student journalists have the final say on what gets published. The bill does not grant student press unadultured freedom, however; there are restrictions against harassment and
encouragement of rule breaking. Students also may not publish any libelous or illegal material. Back in 2017, Sen. Joe Fain of Washington’s 47th legislative district sponsored the bill. After passing the senate, the bill was referred to the House Judiciary Committee for review. SB 5064 passed in the House March 2. The bill has been introduced four different times in different forms since 2007, earning it the nickname of “the zombie bill” for its multiple reincarnations.
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MARINERS’ SEASON BEGINS
The Mariners’ season opener was March 29 against the Cleveland Indians. Felix Hernandez threw his 10th consecutive Opening Day start and 44-year-old right fielder Ichiro Suzuki saw his return to Seattle after six seasons away playing for both the Marlins and the Yankees. The team ended up with a 2-1 victory.
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Villanova came out victorious over Michigan in the championship game of the NCAA March Madness tournament on April 2. The result of the game was 79-62. This is the Wildcats’ second national championship in the past three years.
RUSSIA CAUSES GLOBAL CONTROVERSY Russia has been the topic of many news stories in the past few weeks. Vladimir Putin won his fourth term as Russia’s President on March 18, however the election has been controversial following allegations of possible election fraud, as well as President Trump’s congratulatory call to Putin. Russia has also been accused of being at fault for the poisoning of a former Russian double agent and his daughter in Salisbury, U.K. March 4. In the weeks since, 20 countries, including the United States, have expelled Russian diplomats from their respective nations.
ROAD UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Shaw Road will be closed starting April 16 for the next six to eight months. The road will be closed from 23rd to Manorwood in order to add a turn lane in between the two streets. In addition to Shaw, W. Pioneer Ave., the road in front of PHS, will continue to see construction until April 18.
DAFFODIL PARADE MARCHES IN The 85th Annual Daffodil Parade is this Saturday, April 7. The parade, themed “Traditions in Bloom,” will travel through four cities: Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner and Orting. It will travel through downtown Puyallup at 12:45 p.m.
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only this year. Since the beginning of 2018, there have been 17 school shootings in the onoring students from U.S., about 1.4 per week [CNN]. past school shootings, PHS Students and families of victims students joined thousands have found their voice and began of other students that walked out of protesting current gun laws and lack school. of school safety measures. “I chose to walk out because our “It is affecting us right now. This generation is not going to stand idly is what is happening in our schools. by while our classmates and peers This is a problem we have to deal are put in unsafe situations. We with. Adults do not have to deal think there is a change that we need with this problem because they don’t and this is the change that needs go to schools, they don’t do these to happen now,” sophomore Sara things. Whereas the students are who Sprague said. it affects, it is our lives at stake. We Hundreds of students walked out of are the ones going to school just to PHS and went to Pioneer Park, where try to be at school and get educated they honored victims and listened and continue our lives but this is a to Sprague talk about the need for problem we currently have to face,” gun reform senior and student Hallie involvement Pichette to evoke [SCHOOL SAFETY] IS said. change in AFFECTING US RIGHT NOW. Although schools all THIS IS WHAT IS HAPPENING most over the IN OUR SCHOOLS. students country. went to “[I am here] H A LL I E PIC H E T T E the march SE N IOR because a to honor lot of people the victims did it and of school change starts with us, the younger shootings, not all students agreed on generation. [It is important for the need for stricter gun laws. students to be here] because right For some, it seems like there is now, we are the ones being targeted. nothing to be done. I think there should be stricter gun “I chose to be here because I think laws and background checks,” senior a lot of people have the wrong idea Dena Visco said. about gun violence. They think if The Parkland victims are not the B Y
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being affected by it. Right now in you take them away, violence will Washington and Congress, politicians disappear. In Detroit, they have strict are ignoring what is actually gun laws, yet they still have high happening and focusing on their own crime rates. Criminals will still find agendas. The reason we are marching ways, through bombings or illegal is because weapons. we want to Honestly, at get attention the moment, WE ARE THE NEXT and want I do not GENERATION...OUR VOICE voices to really see CAN STILL BE HEARD EVEN IF be heard any need WE ARE YOUNG. because for change. it is our However, E M I LY M E I N T S lives being maybe SE N IOR affected by stricter this and gun laws we are the ones who need to safety,” or stricter background checks but Sprague said. not necessarily stricter gun laws. Students’ efforts are not ending Maybe take into account the stability there. of people, rather than just looking They are continuing to push for at their criminal record and if they don’t have one, just check them off,” a reform and come up with solutions to help prevent more gun violence from counter protester, senior said. occurring in the future. After walking to Pioneer Park, “We are the next generation. We people on the stage held up signs will be in charge. We will be the ones with names of the victims to honor deciding those laws and making them. the change happen and we might as After senior Rimpal Bajwa read well start now. Our voice can still be the names of the victims and led heard, even if we are young,” senior the group in a moment of silence, Emily Meints said. Sprague shared a poem that a victim Moving forward, it is about giving had written a short time before the a voice to the victims of school Parkland shooting. shootings and honoring their families Inspiring students, Sprague shared and what they lost. her opinion on the importance of “My message to Parkland is speaking up. unconditional love and respect,” “[It is important that students Sprague said. are advocating for social justice] because the students are the ones
The effectiveness of marches, walkouts and protests is disputed but change seems on the horizon in the aftermath of PHS’s March for Our [PROTESTING] CAN BE AN ACTION Lives. FOR POSITIVE CHANGE... IT Following the SHOWS THAT WE ARE WILLING TO song, speech and STAND UP FOR THINGS. silence, students were JOE COL OM B O encouraged by march C I T I Z E N organizer and senior Brooklyn Garrett to “go register elected president,” Colombo and vote.” The organization said. “We are dedicated to Indivisible Puyallup was there protecting our nation’s values to respond to the call. and principles through political A member of the group, action.” Joe Colombo, explained Different members of the ideology behind the Indivisible Puyallup greeted organization. marchers as they left the rotary “We are a local stage, offering registration
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forms to anyone over 17. Colombo sees the march as an important step toward engaging youth in politics and a promising sign for the future. “I think protest can be very positive for the community,” Colombo said. “After all, our great nation was founded on a protest when they threw the tea over the boat. So this can be an action for positive change and it is a great way to focus energy, to get people mobilized and motivate. It shows that we are willing to stand up for things.”
Right: Malcolm Omri, Andrew Burden and Colby Handley register to vote at the Indivisible Puyallup table.
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un control has been a topic of late but what do some of the local educators think and feel about this topic of daily conversation? APUSH and Psychology teacher Wil Walker says he believes in his Second Amendment right. “I believe in the Second Amendment absolutely. I believe we should have the right to carry arms or bear arms as it says in the Second Amendment. I just think we do need some new guidelines and maybe some changes to the amendment to prevent certain people from buying guns,” Walker said. American Studies II and Multicultural Studies teacher Frederick Orton says he had a change of heart after the recent school shooting in Parkland, FL. “I own a gun so I believe in gun rights but after Parkland [Florida] it was definitely a change of mind in my thinking. I think there are two things we need to limit in the Second Amendment: citizens should not be able to buy military-based weapons and armorpiercing bullets,” Orton said. Senior English teacher Matthew Taron says he believes that people who do believe in gun control are misunderstood. “People who believe in gun control are not necessarily wanting to get rid of all the guns but want to take steps to insure that the people who have access to guns are safe with so-called guns and safe around people,” Taron said. Spanish teacher Jason Gregory says he believes that gun control does not need to collide with the Second Amendment. “I believe the gun control laws we have right now are not sufficient. A ‘wellregulated militia’ would not commit school shootings. There are ways to increase
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gun safety that do not infringe on the true rights granted by the Second Amendment,” Gregory said. When it comes down to what those ways are, Gregory stipulated four specific things. “One: There is no reason to allow citizens to have AR15s. Ban them. Two: [Expand] mandatory background checks, including at gun shows and for private sales. Three: Increase buying age to 21. Four: Prohibit campaign contributions from the NRA, as well as from other lobbyist groups like Planned Parenthood. People are being slaughtered by abortion and school shootings while politicians collect checks from special interests. Campaign finance reform is an integral part of the
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worked in Texas and Texas it seems like it worked well. But I am still stuck on the idea of arming teachers because at school you are supposed to feel safe,” Walker said. Orton thinks that this idea of arming teachers is crazy. “I think that it is ludicrous. I do not think it is a solution and I cannot describe how ridiculous it sounds to me for me to have to carry a gun,” Orton said. Taron believes that that arming teachers would be a bad idea. “I think arming the teachers with guns is a bad idea. We are as teachers trained to do what we do and WE DO NEED SOME NEW we are fairly good at GUIDELINES AND SOME the things we do and CHANGES TO PREVENT CERTAIN shooting into a crowd PEOPLE FROM BUYING GUNS. to hit the ‘bad guy’ W I L WAL K E R is not [what] we are T E AC H E R trained to do,” Taron said. Gregory is not conversation,” Gregory said. opposed to having certain Junior and Senior English teachers being able to carry teacher Gayle Franks believes a gun. that gun control should and “I am opposed to being needs to happen. forced to carry a gun. Well“I believe regulated gun trained teachers should be control is needed. I just able to opt in if they desire,” do not believe that anyone Gregory said. needs assault weapons. I do Franks says that the not think it is necessary for training involved is not functioning in life other than aligned with the reasons she shooting in gun practice or went into the profession. the military,” Franks said. “I will not carry a gun and One aspect of gun control I will not work at a school that has been up for debate which allows teachers to has been arming teachers. carry guns. I am not trained Walker says that when it to be a cop or a prison guard, comes to the issue of teachers I am trained to be a teacher carrying guns at school he is and I do not need to have torn. someone else’s life in “I am absolutely stuck in my hands,” Franks the middle on this. I know said. it has
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MOVIE SPEAKS TO STAFFER Coming out.
struggled to tell his friends and his family he was gay. It took me four years to finally come out and be open with Telling just one person the truth about everyone that I cared about. who you are can be extremely scary. I felt so free once I finally was out, it felt like I was able to While watching the movie “Love, breathe again. Simon” there were a lot of things that It took me a long time until I was finally ready to come out to spoke to me. my parents. “Love, Simon” follows Simon Spier, I told most of my friends a long time before I told my mom played by Nick Robinson, through his and dad. H . PA L M E R coming-out journey and how he deals I knew that both of my parents would be supportive of it but it M U LT I M E D I A with different situations of friendship, was still a scary feeling. love and hate. Coming out on your own time is such an important thing. As a gay high school student, I have never been able to relate Simon gets outed to people at his school in the movie and he to a movie so much. states, “That is supposed to be my thing, I am supposed to be the Life can be pretty easy when everyone around you presumes one to decide when and where and who knows.” you are straight. Having someone pressure you to come out can be really hard. My friends would ask me what guys I was crushing on, I I had a couple of friends who were pressuring me to tell my would just make up a lie with the first guy that came to my head mom and always telling me that she would be okay with me to humor them for the night. being gay. I relate to Simon in the movie because he is tempted to stay in It is no one else’s job to determine how or when someone the closet until he is in college, so comes out. that people would not change the It is entirely up to the person who is coming out. way they looked at or thought of Simon wonders, “Why is straight the default;” AS A GAY HIGH SCHOOL him. most straight people do not understand how hard STUDENT, I HAVE NEVER BEEN He could be whomever he it is to come out and all of the struggles that come ABLE TO RELATE TO A MOVIE wanted to be at college without with it because they are considered normal. hiding his true colors. “Love, Simon” really digs deep and opens up SO MUCH. It is difficult, though, because the process that a lot of LGBT kids go through H A N NA H PAL M E R it is so hard not being completely when they are getting ready to come out. M U LT I M EDI A honest with yourself and to others It is a very relatable story for many people, for such a long time. including myself. Coming out to my friends and family as gay was one of the Everyone’s coming out story is completely different. hardest things I had ever done but also the most rewarding. Some people are lucky, like me and have family and friends Hiding who I was for so many years actually ate me alive. who support and love them unconditionally, while others are I felt like I was stuck in my own little boxed up world with no not so lucky. one to really talk to. I wish I had a movie like “Love, Simon” when I was coming The part of the movie that hit me the most is how Simon out.
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I do not mean to create a Waking up in the morning, bleary eyed and misunderstanding, I am not wholeheartedly unrested. The sky is still dark and shadows blanket the world. Unfortunately, there is no time to linger. against drinking coffee or any sort of energizers. I am a student. I understand the It is time to go. Tired and irritable and cursing need for those things and I myself love the everything, there is something you need: coffee. taste of a good light roast. I only mean to Ah yes, that universally loved beverage. Why, provide a glimpse of the consequences should though, does everyone flock to that wondrous these beverages continue to be consumed daily. beverage? Well aside from being warm and highly A measure of caution and understanding is all I customizable, coffee contains a central nervous want to get through. system stimulant called caffeine. In other words, it It should be mentioned also is an energizer. that as for any other drug, the Here is the issue, though. body will begin to develop Caffeine, while generally not seen as a tolerance for caffeine. The very dangerous, is in fact a classified effects of a normal dose will stimulatory drug. We anti-morning begin to diminish and the people do not tend to think about the consumer will have to take in potential harmful effects when we take a more to get that same level of sip of that glorious roast. At least, not in performance. This presents an that moment. even greater potential harm, in The realization comes later. The K . LYC H I K the long term specifically. That is realization comes when you can barely S TA F F where blood pressure and other keep your eyes open, when a headache cardiovascular problems can is threatening to split your skull and come into play. your movements are lethargic and slow. You did I love coffee, the taste and the smell and of not have any coffee, did not take your customary course, the energy it provides me. As much energy drink that day. as I love it, though, I cannot deny that Unknowingly, those dependencies take hold there are harms that arise from consuming and burrow deep inside. Caffeine addiction is it often. So, the next time you order a growing to be a frightening part of our society. So coffee at a cafe, or are about to press many young people, including myself, are taking the ‘brew’ button on your machine, to consuming coffee and energy drinks without a take a moment to think. Do you second thought. As a member of a coffee-drinking really need it? Remember, it is family, I have seen some effects firsthand, be it in alright to go decaf sometimes. myself or in a sibling. High blood pressure, headaches and tiredness are a few common side effects. Skipping a day of my morning coffee decreases my mental function quite noticeably as I have a hard time focusing and my energy levels are low. And did I mention the headaches?
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It is safe to say that the influence of technology on society is rapidly growing and it plays a big part in our daily lives, especially that of teenagers. When you go anywhere, you can easily see teens glued to their phones rather than talking to one another. This behavior can be defined as technology addiction. When teens experience stress, technology becomes a quick and easy way to fill basic needs. Dr. Brent Conrad, Clinical Psychologist for Tech Addiction, describes the behavior of teens and young adults on the internet as FOMO, or Fear of Missing Out. This leads to youth feeling the need to be connected and be the first to find out about a story. According to Rita Z.Goldstein and Nora D. Volkow from Nature Reviews Neuroscience, people who overuse technology may develop similar brain chemistry to those who are addicted to substances. Also, those who are addicted to technology are more likely to use substances
than others with healthier relationship with technology. According to Tucson.com, Dr. Scott Frank, an associate professor of epidemiology and
PEOPLE WHO OVERUSE TECHNOLOGY MAY DEVELOP SIMILAR BRAIN CHEMISTRY TO THOSE WHO ARE ADDICTED TO SUBSTANCES. R . G OLD ST E I N, N. VOL KOW E X PE RT S
biostatistics at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, performed a study on the topic. He proved that a group of teens who hypertexted, sending more than 120 texts a day, were 40 percent more likely to have used cigarettes and twice as likely to have used alcohol than students
who use technology less frequently. Of course, technology has some positive things. Teachers use technology to communicate with students and to keep their attention during class. Technology has helped many teens to seek help when they do not feel comfortable sharing with an adult in person. Teens can easily use the internet to access help sites on sensitive topics anonymously. Not being afraid to talk to adults and professionals on the internet to get help and get treatments at an earlier stage can be beneficial. But it is also important to have an adult that can guide teens away from getting addicted and help them to discover who they are. To prevent more teens from getting addicted to technology and rather use the resourceproper;l, teens need to be able to find a balance. I encourage that teens find something in their life to relieve stress.
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wo likes. Refresh. Eight likes. Refresh. 16 likes. Pause. Refresh. 27 likes. And so the process goes. Studies show that people can get addicted to social media in a similar way they can get addicted to drugs or alcohol, as explained by Simon Sinek on Inside Quest; it triggers the release of a chemical called dopamine in the brain. Dopamine is known as the “pleasure” neurotransmitter or reward system portion of the brain. Research done by Guido Frank of the University of Colorado, Denver demonstrates that women diagnosed with anorexia had more major responses to the procedure in the orbitofrontal cortex of the brain, which is associated with impulse, whereas overweight women, chosen to represent those with bulimia or binge eating disorders, showed less control and more neural idleness. While it is unclear whether dopamine levels are a cause or an effect of eating disorders, studies done in rats remain consistent with some of Frank’s research; starved rats had higher dopamine levels and overfed rats had dragging levels. There is not data that shows that social media
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directly causes the development of eating disorders but it can be a risk factor that influences onset concerns. In the same way cold temperatures decrease one’s immunity to a cold, social media heighten one’s exposure. Research from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine found that young adults who use social media a lot are more likely to develop negative body images and eating disorders. Psychological factors are not the only influence on the development of an eating disorder. They can also stem from a combination of genetic, biological, behavioral, emotional, interpersonal and social factors, says the National Eating Disorder Association [NEDA] Senior Program Associate Chelsea Kronengold, MA. Eating Disorder Hope cites that sports can also trigger eating disorders; nearly half of females in an aesthetic sport demonstrate eating disorder behaviors. Kronengold describes eating disorders as a complex medical and psychiatric illness. “Eating disorders are classified as a mental illness in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM-5). They are considered to often have a biologic basis and co-occur with other mental illness such as major depression, anxiety or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD),” Kronengold said. According to UW MPH Nutritional Sciences Candidate and
ABOUT 10 MILLION AMERICANS CURRENTLY LIVE WITH AN EATING DISORDER
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eating disorders are not just a lifestyle choice, as well as debunks some other myths. “Eating disorders are not a lifestyle choice or just a teen phase that will go away if you ignore them. You do not have to be underweight, you cannot tell someone has an eating disorder just by looking at them [and they are not solely a] result of over controlling parents. [Eating disorders do not only affect] teenage girls and recovery is not rare,” Schafer said. Although eating disorders were once thought to affect only a narrow portion of the population in the teens and early twenties, we now know that they affect people of every age, race, gender and socioeconomic status, Kronengold adds. Researchers for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did a study in 2016 using a constructed week sampling procedure, collecting data from Tweets using the hashtags #thinspo and #fitspo. Data analysts then used statistics to extrapolate the topics and characteristics associated with the Tweets and replies. Within adolescents, rates can be as high as 16 percent for binge eating, 20 percent for purging and 61 percent for non-purging behaviors, such as fasting, skipping meals and restricting food intake. The age of onset eating disorders is typically in the late teens. For those aged 13 to 17 in the U.S., 89 percent used social media in 2015 and 33 percent used Twitter. The results of the study showed that engaging with social media content through retweeting or liking a tweet may have some influence on behavior. The #thinspo tweets were significantly associated with retweets and likes and the content focused on unhealthy behaviors and suggested an engaged community that normalizes disordered eating behaviors and increases body dissatisfaction. Over the past decade, there has been a 119 percent increase in hospitalized 12-yearolds admitted for eating disorders, according to the Eating Recovery Center. The PEW Research Center also reports that the percent of Americans using the Internet and at least one social media site has increased more than 50 percent since 2005. Since the introduction of Facebook and other social media sites, as well as the development in technology and internet access, media and social media have been major influencers on the development of eating disorders. “Media affects body image by conveying certain body ideals associated with certain connotations, such as a fit and healthy person versus an unhealthy, “lazy” person. It increases body dissatisfaction and comparison,” Tran said. “Visions of people cause body comparison. It is inevitable. While all bodies are different, people on screens tend to steer more towards society’s “ideal” body type. While these body trends change constantly, the average individual is unable to see that having different bodies is okay.” Schafer also notes the negative body image developed from consuming media. “The NEDA reports one in every three TV commercials convey an attractiveness message, that the idea of extreme thinness is much more desirable than a normal, healthy weight. We see that through social media sites. Young people see thousands of images and they use them as personal benchmarks,” Schafer said. “Media sets up that so-called standard that for people with eating disorders, they are born from this intense desire to achieve an impossible standard. For a kid it is difficult to differentiate between their realities and what their actual body looks like and what their perceived
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disorders arly signs and dequate food intake leading oss, intense fear of gaining rn with body weight and shape, amounts of food accompanied ontrol, use of inappropriate rs, [such as] vomiting, laxatives, ronengold said. e differently for each lopment is not preventable, n individuals either personally at has an eating disorder. If monstrating signs of an eating you can do. ost important things you can about the complexities of . Take the time to more fully e serious illnesses. While o hear about some of the is important to recognize x nature of this disorder,” . “If you are worried about g behaviors or attitudes, you concerns with honesty and ng and supportive manner. It t to discuss your worries early waiting until a person shows a full-blown eating disorder. s in a calm, caring and non-
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reality of what celebrities and stars look like.” Aside from television, magazines and other outlets impact the establishment of mental illnesses, including eating-related disorders. “The media is a powerful tool which has the potential to positively or negatively influence one’s body image. The media often perpetuates dieting and a drive for thinness in women and young girls. Research indicates that of American elementary school girls who read magazines, 69 percent say that the pictures influence their concept of the ideal body shape and 47 percent say the pictures make them want to lose weight,” Kronengold said. “While there is no single cause of body dissatisfaction or disordered eating, numerous studies have found exposure to the thin-ideal in mass media to be correlated with body dissatisfaction.” Particularly, social media plays a major role, especially as adolescents have access to online sites at a younger age. “Social media is especially impactful because it is meant to be a space for “normal” people to share “real” life experiences. However, this is a deception because users typically only post their highlight reels and have the power to edit their images. There has been an increasing trend on social media to post healthrelated content and advice, even when not research-based,” Tran said. “This content may be incredibly triggering for individuals who are more prone to compare their lifestyles, health status and/or bodies with others on social media. Orthorexia, or an extreme obsession with healthy eating, is most commonly associated with such content.” While the widespread movement for #thinspiration on social media posts focused on thinness and encouraged disordered eating behaviors, social media does have some benefits for linking sufferers and offering hope. “The body positive movement is making great strides to promote size diversity, body acceptance and a healthier body image for women and men. Body positive activism promotes and normalizes the notion that all bodies are good bodies; it is important for the media to continue to embrace and encourage diversity,” Kronengold said. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rating of any mental illness. Anorexia is the third most chronic illness among young people. Three percent of youth are affected by an eating disorder. Look around the classroom, look at your classmates; at least 20 of them are likely demonstrating behaviors of eating disorders. Every 62 minutes, someone passes away from an eating disorder. Every 62 minutes, someone loses their life to 60 PER a disorder that likely could THOSE CENT OF have been treated. Every school day sees TREATTHAT GET the death of seven RECOV MENT, victims of eating THIS H ER. CALL disorders. By continuing TO GE ELPLINE to stay educated, aware AND T T HELP and critical of the PROFE ALK TO media, students can SSION eliminate the chance ALS. that one of those seven come from Puyallup High School.
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o step into the public sphere in this day and age is to step into an ocean of technology. The American public is awash in smartphones, smartwatches, tablets; in blogs, posts, online forums. The tide of social media influence is inexorable and according to the 2016 Nielson Total Audience Report, Americans spend an average of 10 hours a day looking at a screen. The growing presence of social media in America has allowed activists to take to the blogosphere in support of their various causes. Julia Wright of activist Instagram account “@theteenfeminists” describes how the anonymity of her account allows her online activism more credibility in her audience’s eyes. “I was inspired to create this account because… activism is something I am very passionate about but as a 13-year-old girl, people often would not consider my opinion important. On Instagram, people do not know my age so they do not automatically refuse to listen to my opinion and I find that I can use Instagram to make a meaningful difference,” Wright said. In the digital age, social media is the younger generations’ home turf. Teens and young adults can navigate the online world with ease, allowing them to make good use of the uniquely widespread and immediate impact that can be made online. “I think I connect better with my peers online,” Wright said. “I think it is [because of] the fact that there are more resources and a bigger audience which helps us get together with people and talk about what issues plague our world. Obviously, it is different online because the demographic is completely
changed, we have people from all over the world but that just means we get more insight into the issues.” According to Dahlia Bazzaz, engagement editor of the Seattle Times’ Education Lab, the immediacy of social media lends itself well to citizen advocacy when news organizations are bogged down. “I think it is a way of connecting people. If you have a hashtag or key words you can look up, [social media] is a way to... get information directly from advocates... when news organizations are a little delayed because things have to go through the editing process…,” Bazzaz said. “As well as provide documentation of timelines of how things unfolded.” Senior Avé Rose Trebilcock, one of the PHS students who spearheaded a walkout on March 21st in memorial of the Parkland victims, describes how she used social media to inform students about the event. “We could not put up posters in the school because [the walkout] was not a [school-sanctioned event], so we went to social media with it. I posted something along the lines of “this is what we are doing and why; this is the place and time” so people knew what was happening and were not confused by all the rumors going around which definitely helped,” Trebilcock said. “We also made a twitter just for the walkout and tried to update it as much as we could; we also followed as many people as we could to try and get the word out there. Without social media we could never have gotten the word out… with social media we had a bigger audience. On social media I can relate and connect to anybody all
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over the world and that is very powerful and that is what the kids in Florida did after the school shooting and they have made a huge impact.” Social media’s conduciveness to supporting the school walkouts and marches extends far beyond PHS, Wright says. “As for the #neveragain movement, social media has played a major role in helping the movement. Without it, I do not think it could have gotten as far as it has…and the Internet overall has contributed to the coordination of everything being done--marches, walkouts, protests,” Wright said. Social media has given the layman capacity to share information that was once only available to professional journalists, Bazzaz says. “There has been a rise in citizen journalism because of social media and the internet and that has given rise to increasing democratization of information,” Bazzaz said. But the public is not alone in making more use of social media to tell stories. “There is a movement in journalism to move away from just sharing stories on social media and using it to communicate with your audience... without Facebook and Twitter, news organizations would be toast. It is an incredibly useful tool for spreading information,” Bazzaz said. According to Trebilcock, social media journalism is more accessible and appealing to many. “I do not like watching the news but I follow CNN NPR, BBC, FOX News and MSNBC on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and the reason I see those articles is because I follow them, not because I go look for them,” Trebilcock said.
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As generations enter the digital age, technology has become a valuable tool for millenials to connect and advocate for social justice. The Viking Vanguard explores the positive and negative influences of social media platforms. “I think a lot of people are the same way and follow a lot of news systems because [the political climate] is very divisive right now and if they are into politics, they like to know what is going on.” According to Bazzaz, social media is increasingly being used to link journalists with their audience. “We use social media to gauge the impact of our stories, to talk about what stories we should cover next and as a sounding board to interact with the public and get their feedback,” Bazzaz said. Sometimes, social media can also be a platform for engagement projects. “[The education lab at the Seattle Times] started a project [on Facebook] called the homeroom for parents of students of color. We wanted to moderate an online discussion about family engagement in education and how that could lessen disparities between white students and students of color,” Bazzaz said. Social media cannot always be viewed with a rose-colored filter, however. The data collection and customization that is done by many social media companies can create a dangerous echo chamber of ideas, Bazzaz says. “I think when you have algorithms [on social media] placing certain news that it thinks you will like at the top of your feed, it creates a saturation of content in which you only hear your own worldview. That can definitely affect the way people receive and perceive information,” Bazzaz said. However, Trebilcock says the echo-chamber effect that social media can have is mediated by the diversity of perspectives and ideas that are presented. “My political views and knowledge have come from things I have [personally] seen but social media has [had] an influence. Articles I see online
and on social media have inspired me but they have not changed the way I think,” Trebilcock said. “I see things on social media that I disagree with all the time but if I can do it then other people should be able to have their voice heard the same as mine, even if they have a different opinion… there is a big difference between hate speech and free speech but as long as young people on social media are saying what they feel is right that is awesome when it is not hateful.” According to Wright, this multitude of perspectives can create an inclusive online environment. “Representation in the media is important because it offers people self esteem that they might not have otherwise. I am a Catholic, bisexual, Asian-American female. I do not get that much representation. Asians do not dominate the media really, much less LGBT+ Asians,” Wright said. “Any sort of representation makes people feel valid, like “That is me up there, there are people like me that exist out there too and they are successful… Our account does not have a really specific focus but we often talk about… Black Lives Matter, equality for LGBTQIA+ people and the feminist movement. We also [support] other movements when we think that they represent what we stand for, such as the #enoughisemough movement after the Parkland shooting.” According to Wright, social media’s power to influence will not be going away anytime soon. “I see a future where online activism grows by huge leaps and bounds. As more and more people become more invested in social media, activism will spread even more,” Wright said.
I SEE A FUTURE WHERE ONLINE ACTIVISM GROWS BY HUGE LEAPS AND BOUNDS. AS MORE AND MORE PEOPLE BECOME MORE INVESTED IN SOCIAL MEDIA, ACTIVISM WILL SPREAD EVEN MORE.
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Above: One of junior Mathea Berge’s pieces is acrylic on canvas. “[AP Art] is an exploration of what I can push myself with,” Berge said.
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Among the varieties of classes that are offered at Puyallup High School, from Multicultural Studies to Guitar Techniques, there is a class that is specific for those that are artistically inclined. AP Art is a class that has been offered since 2014, taught by Dorrie Coleman, that gives those specific students a creative outlet during the school day. Juniors Mathea Berge and Sydney Mendenhall are the only two students at PHS that are currently enrolled in this class. Art is something that Berge says she has been actively participating in for the majority of her life.
“[I have been doing art] ever since I was little. Art has always been something that I have carried around with me,” Berge said. Berge gave a brief explanation of what is included in this class. “Usually it is our decision of what we get to do. It is more freeform because you are making your portfolio so you can decide,” Berge said. Mendenhall plans to stay involved in art, even after graduation. “[I] definitely [plan on pursuing art in the future],” Mendenhall said. Berge also plans on sticking with art in the future. “I want to go to art school but if I do not I at least want
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to continue painting because it makes me happy and I have a talent for it and I really feel that I am complete when I do it,” Berge said. AP Art includes a lot more than just painting and drawing. Berge feels that more people should consider taking this class. “People think that AP Art is a lot more difficult than it should be or that it is only painting but in AP Art you can even do 3D clay work or photography. I think it would be really cool to see more people in this class because I do not think they really know what you can do in it. I really suggest it for anyone that is invested in art. It is challenging but it is worth it,” Berge said.
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World of Color is a water and light show almost every night (typically at 9:45 p.m.) in California Adventure. It is an impressive show that utilizes fire, the fountain, fog, colorful lasers and well-known Disney songs to display stories and characters. As you wait for the show to start, test your memory skills on the Fun Wheel Challenge for a chance to be in control of the colors on Mickey’s Fun Wheel.
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Go on the Purple Tea Cup
Rumor has it that the purple tea cup is the fastest one on the Mad Tea Party ride at Disney. Even if it is not, you may be able to take a spin with Alice or the Mad Hatter if you choose to enjoy the ride.
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You do not have to be a little kid to dress as your favorite Disney character. Consider incorporating colors and accessories into your attire to Disneybound as characters. Or attend Disney’s Dapper Day and go all out with your costume. Either way, have fun with your outfits and do not be afraid to try something new. If you choose to dress up, make an attempt to meet the character for fun photos and an interesting conversation.
Whether you are purchasing them in Disney or you order them in bulk from eBay ahead of time (this is a pro-tip and will save you a lot of money), pin trading is an easy way to have fun and get souvenirs without spending a lot of money. There are new series released each year, as well as classic pins, that you can trade with any worker that has them on a lanyard. Many stores also have pin boards that are fun to look at. If you get really into it, you can trade with the passholders that are serious pin traders and can often be found at the Disney’s Pin Traders store.
Eat Dole Whip
Dole Whip, a soft-serve pineappleflavored frozen dessert, has become a fan favorite treat at Disney. While you are by the snack-bar in Adventureland, make sure to go into the Tiki Room, a 15-minute musical celebration in which tropical birds, tiki gods and colorful flowers come to life.
Wait in Line to Ride Indiana Jones
As you wait in line for the ride, there are many hidden secrets, so make sure you pay attention to the details. Disobey the “Do not” signs by pulling the bamboo pole or the rope in the well and just see what happens.
Ask to pilot the Mark Twain Riverboat
Search for Hidden Mickeys
There are over one thousand hidden Mickey symbols around the park. As you walk around the park, go on rides or wait in lines, keep an eye out for the exclusive images.
Look for Cats
There are many cats that roam Disney at night to keep out rodents and mice (well, except Mickey). Sometimes you can spot them darting across Fantasyland or perched in Main Street, so keep an eye out! Or go to @disneylandcats for jokes and photos of the felines.
Look for Characters on It’s A Small World
Although this ride goes down in infamy for its catchy tune, it is a classic Disney attraction. While floating down the river and admiring the figures from different cultures, keep an eye out for your favorite Disney characters!
If you ask nicely, you may be escorted to the wheelhouse where you get to steer the boat and blow the whistle.
Wear a Button
Whether you are celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, your first trip to Disney or any other event, you can get a free button by asking for one at any souvenir store or the City Hall.
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Ask for a Map or Death Certificate
The Jungle Cruise ride is a must for any Disney visitor. As you enter the loading area, make sure to ask a Cast Member for a free souvenir map. If you are lucky, as you leave The Haunted Mansion attraction, you can ask to receive a death certificate.
According to Disney, this is the bench where Disney came up with the idea for a Disneythemed amusement park, as he watched his daughter ride a Merry-Go Round. You can find it in the Opera House on Main Street, U.S.A and experience a little piece of history.
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of some scenes in the movie What Dreams May Come. Most of the cinematography was almost painting-like and looked like isney released “A Wrinkle in Time” Feb. 26, which is a literal dream. based on the novel by Madeleine L’Engle. When my There is one scene, however, where Mrs. Whatsit turns into mom told me that was the movie we were going to see, a giant leaf being; literally. The CGI in that specific clip is I was not especially looking forward to it; the previews made awkward and unnecessary. it look extra-childish and over-dramatized. I know they had to show her different capabilities but this The beginning of the movie moved faster than I had thought was something that was unexplained and did not further it would and it progressed to plot-thickening events quickly. anything for the development of the story. I was completely The previews also made the movie look long and drawn-out unable to take the scene seriously and I think it definitely but I genuinely enjoyed the speed of the movie and was upset ruined part of the character for me. when it came to an end. I enjoyed some of the character development in the movie, In the movie, physicist Alex Murry (Chris Pine) goes we got to see Meg turn from closed-off, depressed teenager to missing in the middle of a breakthrough study on frequencies a confident, determined girl. and alternate universes during his experiments for NASA. The impact Charles Wallace made His daughter Meg gets bullied at on Meg’s personality throughout the school due to his loss, which leads to entire movie was impeccable. Calvin’s her having some “behavioral issues,” I FOUND HIM [MURRY] TO BE hardships helped shape him and his according to the principal at her school. SELFISH AND I THINK HIS PART AS bond with Meg. Her younger adoptive brother Charles One of the things I did not like about MEG AND CHARLES WALLACE’S Wallace, however, is confident and the movie was the character development FATHER WAS OVERRATED. rarely takes after his sister. Charles of the father. I found him to be selfish Wallace is very imaginative and R AQU EL A M ATO and I think his part as Meg and Charles OPI N IONS extroverted, while Meg is almost the Wallace’s father was overrated. opposite. His children barely grew up with a dad He soon introduces Meg to three women he calls, “The because his personal need for acceptance by his co-workers Three Misses:” Mrs. Who, played by Mindy Kaling, Mrs. was bigger than his devotion for his family. Chris Pines was a Whatsit, played by Reese Witherspoon and Mrs. Which, phenomenal actor, the character himself was too self-absorbed played by Oprah Winfrey. They all have different gifts and to take care of his family. personality traits that help the kids on their trek to find their Mrs. Which was the person that took over the film and father. distracted from the other two of the three misses. With her Alongside the two kids on their journey is Calvin, a young being an overbearing ringleader of the three, she seemed boy who goes to school with them and lives nearby. He has a almost god-like compared to the others. troubling home life yet manages to keep a positive outlook, Winfrey’s dedication to the role slightly overpowered the causing Meg to start taking on similar traits. dedication to making the movie very memorable. Overall, The three misses have the ability to “wrinkle time,” the directing side was greatly successful, however, her acting making it possible for them and the kids to travel between was not up to par with dimensions. As they explore through the other actors in the other universes to find their father, film. It felt like she they discover a form of evil was reading from known as, “The It.” a script while The scenery and CGI also trying to of the movie were very overpower eccentric and vibrant. the other The visuals in the characters and first universe make herself they travelled to the star. reminded me
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In a chilling twist on Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein,” the television series “Frankenstein Chronicles” rose from the grave and made its way to Netflix. Full of crime and mystery, it had me hooked within an episode. Sean Bean’s appearance may have also played a part in that. John Marlott, portrayed by aforementioned actor Sean Bean, is a detective in 19th century London who finds the sewn-together body of a child and is sent on a whirlwind of an investigation. Betrayal, tragedy and horror are all a part of this fascinating story. I enjoyed Shelley’s book, the foundation around which the show was built, so when this title appeared on my Netflix page I was immediately interested. I was not expecting, however, Shelley herself to appear in the show as a character. I suppose it might be mentioned that it does not follow the plot of the book but uses the book as a device in the show itself. I love crime and detective shows. I enjoy watching the mystery unfold, whether it follows my predictions or not. For this particular title, I got everything wrong, which I do not actually mind. The unpredictability of the plotline is one of the great parts of this show. I found the medical aspect, the human
reconstruction and other procedures, to be highly interesting. Not everyone may share that view though. I enjoyed watching the issues with archaic medical procedures and cures. Whether or not it is viable, the logic and thinking behind all those procedures is rather interesting to think about. Another plus for me was the wardrobe design. One of my favorite things about historical fictions are the incredible costumes. I genuinely enjoy looking at the classy suits and dresses from the olden times, so seeing them again in this show was lovely. There were only a few negatives to the show overall. Maybe the pacing was a bit off sometimes but it was never too bad. Some may find it a tad slow, though, which is understandable. While I certainly enjoyed this series, others may not. It is dark and despairing and it takes a while to get into the real action. The content is altogether not very graphic and what disturbing content there is, it is portrayed in such a way as to be tasteful and an addition to the tone of the show rather than being gratuitous. Lovers of fast-paced and action-packed titles will probably not enjoy this series as much as I have. However, those who like a quieter, story-driven show should give this one a try.
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antasy-thriller film “Annihilation,” would never have crossed my mind nor would I have thought to watch it if my brother had not dragged me to a theater unexpectedly. I usually try to avoid overly frightening movies. However after sitting curled up in my theater seat and clutching my coat around myself, I realized that I had in fact enjoyed the movie. The story takes place in a part
of Florida, an area that has been enshrouded in a “shimmer” that is slowly growing and covering more and more of the land. Many have tried to explore past the mist but none have returned…except for one man. Kane, portrayed by actor Oscar Isaac, is the lone survivor but for unknown reasons, his health takes a drastic turn for the worse. His wife, Lena, played by the talented Natalie Portman, is determined to explore past the
There was something that dragged shimmer to find out what happened down my opinion of the movie: the to him. ending. As a whole, I did like I understand what they were trying “Annihilation.” The movie was to do with it but it seemed very creative and at times, very pretty. forced. It had an Spoiler alert, interesting they were blend of IT HAD AN INTERESTING BLEND trying to push science and OF SCIENCE AND FANTASY WITH the feeling of fantasy with THE OVERARCHING THEME OF confusion and the overarching GENETIC ALTERATION. ambiguity, like theme of K AT E LYC H I K ending a rather genetic STA F F straightforward alteration. statement with I enjoyed ellipses and a looking at the question mark. Well, it did not work. beautiful creations the crew came up I feel that what they did took away with and all the strange mutations. from an otherwise good conclusion. Of course, not everything was As a short warning, the movie is stunning; there were some pretty for the most part mild with a few frightening creatures. exceptions. Beware of the bear… It is R-rated, after all. There I mentioned this being a frightening movie and it was, sort of. were some graphic and disturbing moments but they were resolved Not so much scary as eerie and relatively quickly. strange in a manner to make the This was a rather imaginative film viewer unnerved. and all-in-all, enjoyable. There were some pretty chilling I would recommend it to most parts (the bear) but overall, people, thriller lovers or not. unnerving is the correct descriptive If nothing else, it is at the very least word for this film. entertaining, so go give it a try. That is a plus in my opinion: I cannot handle scary that well. Eerie, I can.
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As a Beatles junkie, I know that there are endless options of their songs to share. After much internal debate, I eventually came to “Strawberry Fields Forever,” John Lennon’s self-described “psychoanalysis set to music.” The song is not actually about a literal strawberry field; Strawberry Fields was the name of a Salvation Army youth home near John Lennon’s childhood home where he spent much of his time growing up. Lennon explores not only his nostalgia for his life before fame but his own feelings of not belonging. The track has a surreal sound, as it is a psychedelic masterpiece from the 60s. I recently visited the John Lennon memorial in Central Park in New York, named after Strawberry Fields. While staring at the black and white mosaic with “Imagine” in the center, I immediately felt the tune of “Strawberry Fields” wash over me. It is infectious, it is a masterpiece, it is John Lennon.
Californiabased band The Neighbourhood, made famous by their hit “Sweater Weather,” released their self-titled third album March 9. The band is seemingly struggling to find themselves after the global success of “Sweater Weather” and their subsequent decline in popularity. They seem to reinvent themselves and their sound with every new project and this new album is no exception. The best track off of “The Neighbourhood” in my opinion is the final track, “Stuck With Me.” This track really explores the band’s awareness of their decline in popularity, especially from lead singer Jesse Rutherford’s perspective. To me it explains their regrets for not taking opportunities to advance their careers earlier. The song is the perfect finish to an overall decent album, hopefully marking the beginning of the band’s confidence in what their sound is and who they are.
Canadian R&B singer Daniel Caesar has found amazing success following his 2017 album Freudian and deservedly so. Caesar’s voice is smooth, relaxing and hauntingly beautiful. The sixth track on the album, “We Find Love,” encompasses all that makes Caesar so great. The song detailed a failed relationship and Caesar’s reckoning with his former love crashing around him. He is calling out for help, saying “when we fall down, we give up,” acknowledging how his loss of love has left him feeling helpless. It is a beautiful reflection on his heartbreak and sorrow, piano and heavenly harmonies creating the atmospheric sound of the track.
Married to Music is a series that takes the wedding tradition of something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue Another California based band, LANY, has been a favorite of mine for the last year and a half. In a Spotify Sessions recording, the band and gives it musical flair. did a cover of Harry Styles’ “Sign of the Times.” LANY performs the song
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with an ethereal, stripped-down sound that is all their own, using synths and piano in addition to a laid-back but exciting beat. Since hearing this cover live at their Seattle concert last November, I have been hooked.
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ccording to senior Ethan Carlson, playing soccer for Puyallup High School is not just about competition but also being able to have fun and to play with his friends. Carlson believes that his teammates chose him as captain because he tries to give constructive criticism to his teammates and tries to have a positive effect on everyone on the team. As Carlson finishes up his last season playing soccer for PHS he hopes to leave on a good note. “[I hope] that everybody will like how I led them and liked that I was a part of the team and not just a person that could do well on the field,” Carlson said.
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According to senior Trixie Witham, her goal since freshman year was to become captain and in her final year playing for PHS she has achieved it. In the pool she calls out plays and and directs her teammates to help them win the game. Out of the pool, she does a lot of the behind the scene commitments of captain like ordering team gear and putting together team events. “I want to leave behind the legacy that hard work and dedication lead to success. My teammates and I have put in a lot of time outside of the high school season to better ourselves and I think it has helped us to improve a lot over the past few years,” Witham said.
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Junior softball player, Sidney Booth, was named WIAA Female Athlete of the Week April 4. Booth was the starting pitcher for two games last week, both against undefeated teams in the SPSL, South Puget Sound League. Booth struck 19 batters out while only allowing three runs. Both Rogers and South Kitsap typically average more than 10 runs per game. She had two doubles, a two-run homerun and four RBI. S p o r t s / / April 6, 2018
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start, she has given herself a distance goal. “When I first started junior year, my goal for the whole year was to try my very best and just have fun Look ahead. Drown out the noise. Get in position. with every sport that I do. My main goal for track was In the throwing arena, it is just an athlete and the to just have fun with it. But, distance wise, I want to javelin. A light breeze flows through the air and fans gather throw around 145 feet for javelin,” Simora said. along the side, waiting for the toss. As for long-term goals, Simora hopes to go to a Totally focused, an athlete must jog down the university on an athletic scholarship, then go to grad runway, then transition into cross steps. With a full body school to study law. When she is not on the field, she throw, the javelin launches into the air, before finally enjoys spending time with family and attending her leaving its mark in the track. church’s youth group. She also PHS junior wrestles for PHS and took sixth in Tanya Simora is state last season. currently ranked first THAT FEELING AFTER I To any athletes on the in Washington and fifth fence about trying THREW 134 FEET, IT WAS SO in the nation in javelin track, Simora INCREDIBLE. for outdoor high school suggests just track. She began track in going for it. elementary school, then TA N YA SI MOR A “Definitely threw shot put at Kalles J U N IOR try it. You will Junior High but did not not regret the take it seriously, she says. atmosphere She has been competing in javelin, shot put, discus and the that throwing, especially, has 100-meter hurdles for three years at PHS. to offer. Throwing is such a Simora not only enjoys the competition aspect but chill environment that you the social component, too. are guaranteed to make “I love meeting new people and getting to know friends.” Simora said. them through something we both love: track,” Simora said. It seems like Simora can Last year, Simora placed fifth in the state but it was do it all: she holds state not as rewarding as her third place finish as a freshman, she titles, school records and says. Having the opportunity to compete at such an elite national rankings. While level has become one of Simora’s favorite track memories. her own accomplishments “Freshman year state, I went in thinking that I are a mix of talent, skill probably would not even place but I still had that goal of and lots of training--she getting in the top three. Coming to the turf and throwing spends a lot of time in that 134 [feet], I knew after that, that I was placing for sure. the weight room and at That feeling after I threw that 134’, it was so incredible. It practice going through was the perfect ending to a story,” Simora said. the motions--Simora While she was not able to beat that distance her does offer some tips sophomore year, Simora went into this year confident and on how ready to start the new to strive season. Last weekend, towards a March 31 at the spot at state, THROWING IS SUCH A CHILL Liberty Invite, Simora in any sport. ENVIROMENT THAT YOU ARE broke not only her “Take own javelin record but SURE TO MAKE FRIENDS. every day also the school record, as a new which she had set two TA N YA SI MOR A learning years previously. She J U N IOR experience, also set a new school so if you have record for the shot an off day, put, after throwing a 37 feet 6.25 inches at the same meet. just forget about it and “Sophomore year, my season was not what I wanted or expected. So coming back from that, it felt amazing. It felt just come the next day prepared with a focused like everything I went through last year, finally paid off this mind,” Simora said, year,” Simora said. “Have fun but stay Throwing 140 feet 10 inches is Simora’s proudest moment. focused.” Because of the ground-breaking distance, Simora took Simora’s next first in javelin at the invite, her fourth win during the 2018 steps are the Wilson season. It also moved her to the fifth slot in the nation, just Spring Break Open, 13 feet behind Dana Baker from Kansas, who holds the top Saturday, April 7 and the place. Pasco Invitational, Saturday, “Honestly looking at the rankings just gets me excited for April 14. As she continues the rest of the season. It gives me the competitiveness that to achieve record-breaking I love and get from the sport. I use that drive to become a better thrower and ultimately a better athlete,” Simora said. throws, Simora is definitely leaving her mark on PHS and Going into this season, Simora just hoped to enjoy herself and do her best but after having a successful the track. B Y
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