Vol. 89, Iss. 5 • Salina Central High School www.chspylon.com • December 20, 2012 pg 9 pg 12 Stunning snapshots Swimming to state Page 3 After 26 years in law enforcement, Officer Plank has decided to open ‘Sugar P’s Cupcakery’ in February with his wife. Both the boys’ and the girls’ basketball teams get big wins over cross- town rival, Salina South in the Bi-Center on Friday, Dec.14. Bi-Center blowout Plank’s pastry project Page 8 What’s inside Check out for photos, stories and more. or is it? is near the end A c c o r d i n g to the M a y a n c al e n d a r, th e w orld is going to co m e to a n end, b u t w ill it co m e i n the f o r m of a z om b ie a p oc a l y p se or a series of natural disast e rs? O r is i t coming a t a ll ? N o o ne k n o w s for su r e... P a g e s 6 - 7
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Vol. 89, Iss. 5 • Salina Central High Schoolwww.chspylon.com • December 20, 2012
pg 9 pg 12
Stunning snapshotsSwimming to state
Page 3
After 26 years in law enforcement, Officer Plank has decided to open ‘Sugar P’s Cupcakery’ in February with his wife.
Both the boys’ and the girls’ basketball teams get big wins over cross-town rival, Salina South in the Bi-Center on Friday, Dec.14.
Bi-Center blowoutPlank’s pastry project
Page 8
What’s insideCheck out
for photos, stories and more.
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Coming together in the name of JoyBy Hayley Hager
The Pylon
As the last Joyous Noel for the 2013 seniors and first one without vocal accompanist Joy Patrick, it turned into a memorable Christmas celebration for all.
“Joyous Noel is something I look forward to every year,” vocal instructor Mr. Holmquist said. “It’s a special time of year, and it’s been difficult without Mrs. Patrick here.”
Patrick was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, resulting in her taking time off to rest to get through her chemo therapy. Without her charismatic spirit there to spend the holiday-inspired evening with the rest of the packed auditorium, the musicians performed in dedication to her.
The spotlight found its way
through the dim theatre to illuminate the combined choir students to harmonize the sound of Away In A Manger in honor of the beloved teacher.
“They [the choir] usually sing Silent Night,” senior Kiersten Suskey said. “But without Mrs.
Patrick there, I just don’t think it would have been the same.”
“Joy is my rock; she’s like a second mother to me. She keeps me on top of things,” Holmquist said. “But everyone did a great job of stepping up and working
through her absence. I am so proud; I have the best students.”
With every row full of guests all there to watch the teenage performers, nobody buckled under pressure, giving the best concert they could.
“We [the band] actually got our sheet music only a few weeks before the show, so it was pretty nerve-wracking. But I’m happy with how everything went,” senior Ronni Cox said. “I was very impressed.”
Each department was in the spotlight at some point in the evening, showing off all of the school’s musical talents.
When it was time for the performance of Away in a Manger, the blend of music came together as one.
“I love the atmosphere of Joyous Noel, the fact we all get to perform together,” Suskey said.
Thrifting: old trends come back for moreBy Hayley Hager
The Pylon
The term “hipster” was once something people had a negative interpretation of, but nowadays it seems that the hip look is something more people are interested in. This holds true for freshman Akiyaa Hagen-depusoir, who is noted around the school for her stylish outfits.
“I get a lot of my inspiration from Seventeen Magazine and I follow a lot of people on Instagram that dress well,” Hagen-depusoir said. “I just feel like a lot of people really don’t have much of a fashion sense.”
In order to achieve her unique look, Hagen-depusoir shops in and out of town at different thrift stores.
“My sister Shakera [senior], and I like to go to Goodwill and sometimes to the Salvation Army. There is also an antique store downtown that has cool jewelry,” Hagen-depusoir said. “I actually get a lot of tips from my sister.”
Earlier in the year. the two sisters started making their own high waisted shorts that showed off their excellent taste in
fashion, and Hagen-depusoir has continued making and creating her own clothes.
“I made three pairs of high waisted shorts and recently made my own shirt,” Hagen-depusoir said. “I just took one of my brothers old flannels and cut and bleached it.”
In order to have your own style, some personal creations may be in order. Cutting, bleaching and sewing old clothes to make new ones are ways that you are guaranteed to have a fresh, unique look.
Thrift stores also offer more of a vintage-inspired look, and with the changing seasons, girls are always after the newest and cutest trends.
“Right now I’m really into the look of big sweatshirts, scarves and tall boots. I have a pair of brown boots that I might even over-wear, but they just go with everything,” Hagen-depusoir said.
This season’s must-haves are oversized crewnecks, leggings, and boots. Winter is the perfect time to rock the cozy but cute look.
Christmas Carols
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Maggie Vernon/ The PylonFreshman Akiyaa Hagen-depusoir.
This survey shows the top 5 favorite Christmas songs
of 146 students.
#1
#2
#3
“All I Want for Christmas
is You”
#4
“Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”
#5“Frosty the Snowman”
“Jingle Bell Rock”
“Let it Snow”
What do you do when you hear Christmas
music?
“Think of baby Jesus.”Shekhinah Jones
Junior
“I want to sing, but I don’t because I suck at
it.”Bobby Kochase
Senior
“Want to eat Christmas cookies.”
Olivia AthertonSophomore
“Think of Christmas. What kind of question is
that?”Trent Brown
Senior
“This is the time of year we think about
togetherness.”
Mr. HolmquistVocal Instructor
Maggie Vernon / The PylonSenior Joe McKenna and Junior Aaron Thomas sing along with the mens choir at Joyous Noel.
3News UpdatesDecember 20, 2012
Plank retiring after 26 years of service
By Sydney DauerThe Pylon
After 26 years in law enforcement, school resource officer Mr. Plank has decided that it’s time to retire. During retirement, he plans to golf, fish and do “all the stuff that retired people do.” However, Plank has given himself one more assignment: pastry patrol.
“When you have an opportunity to do something like this, you should go all in,” Plank said.
Plank and his wife, Marvena, are opening a bakery downtown called Sugar P’s Cupcakery. The bakery will feature cupcakes, cake pops and specialty cakes. Plank personally doesn’t have much baking experience, but he says that Marvena has been baking for what seems like forever.
“We’ve been discussing it off and on and decided to go for it,” Plank said.
However, don’t get the wrong idea. Plank isn’t leaving his current job to open the bakery.
“When you stock everything into law enforcement for twenty-six years, it’s time to relax,” Plank said.
Many may believe that opening a new business isn’t the most relaxing hobby that the officer could acquire for retirement, but Plank isn’t worried.
“At any age, to go after your dreams is amazing. I’m happy for you,” fellow faculty member Mr. Bonilla encouraged, “I’ve got my sweet tooth ready!”
Sugar P’s Cupcakery will be
sharing space with Santa Cruz Burritos, a new restaurant offering healthy and gluten-free choices. The two new businesses will be located in the Sign Pro store front next door to Martinelli’s Little Italy downtown. The cupcakery is to open Feb. 1, 2013.
What: Sugar P’s Cupcakery
When: February 1, 2013
Where: Downtown
District changing standardized testsBy Bailey Driver
The Pylon
Throughout the past years, USD 305 has seen many changes, including: new cell phone policies, a new superintendent, and most recently, changes to how we approach standardized testing.
This year teachers are being challenged to adapt their teaching to fit the curriculum that has been changed since the adoption of new state
standards as of October, 2010. Significant change is projected to occur as younger students are faced with upper level thinking used to set them up for success as they prepare to take more complex and rigorous tests in math and English in the 2013-
2014 school year. “We’re hoping to help
students be better prepared to move through this new global society,” said Dr. Corbin Witt, executive director of school improvement.
Now that our school district isn’t being tested in Adequate Yearly
Progress or No Child Left Behind, these tests will be more in depth and detailed, so students are required to use critical thinking skills. The standards these tests are being focused on will be helpful to teachers because it’s more in line with their teaching.
“I think there are benefits in this decision because students are up to a challenge in harder testing,” said English teacher, Mrs. Paradis.
This year I want...
New YearsResolutions
“To go back in time and do my
2012 resolutions.”
Drayton WilleyJunior
“To meet David Bowie.”
Noah Wellbrock-TalleyJunior
“To become a better student, do
everything that my teachers tell
me to do and keep my room clean.”
Erik NorrisSenior
“To become a straight-A student
and go to state with basketball.”
RaShun AllenSophomore
“To learn a new instrument.”
Barret KochJunior
“To get in shape for soccer.”
Kinsey BartonFreshman
“We’re hoping to help students
be better prepared to move
through this new global society.”
Dr. Corbin WittExecutive Director of School
Improvement
Alumni returning to host student panelBy Sarah Gage
The Pylon
On January 3, a student panel composed of alumni will come together to answer questions and tell of their experiences in their past semester of college. The panel will consist of students from KU to Gustavus Adolphus, who will travel to take part in this opportunity that will be open to junior and senior students to attend.
“The purpose is to better equip our current students,” freshman counselor Shelda Burger said.
Burger is one of the number of staff members who is helping put together the student panel. She has helped organize the panel in years past and it has been quite successful in the past with a large audience consisting of college-bound juniors and seniors.
During the event, set questions will be given to the alumni to answer about their college experiences. They will vary from the size of classes to life skills they have acquired or needed in college. Students will be able to ask questions as well. This panel will allow students to understand and find out about what college life is like, and what aspects of high school will affect a person in college.
Opportunities like this allow prospective students to get an idea of what to expect before they leave for college in the next few year, as well as give them an inside look at several schools that alumni are attending.
“We should always make post high school opportunities available for students,” Burger said.
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4 Student LifeDecember 20, 2012
Tis’ the sweaterseason
By Sarah GageThe Pylon
The time of the year came again when donations for Angel Tree were collected from classrooms around the school. This year, Mrs. Shaffer’s sixth hour class donated the most money, earning a pizza party last Thursday.
Sophomore April Kickhaefer donated $30 from her pocket to the cause, not knowing that her money was going to effect students she may know.
This year, STUCO bought toys and Christmas gifts for children in the area using money from their own account, and the money collected from the classrooms was used for a different cause. The student
council decided to try something new this year, using the donated money to buy Walmart gift cards for two students in each class at Central.
“It’s pretty amazing that I get to help someone, and they don’t know it was me,” Kickhaefer said.
Both Kickhaefer and sophomore Jesse Kinderknecht donated large amounts of money to the cause with humble spirits.
When asked if anyone wanted to donate any money one day in science class, Kinderknecht pulled out his wallet and dropped a $20 bill into the jar without a second thought.
When asked about why he donated $20 of his own money for Angel Tree, Kinderknecht replied saying that he didn’t
know. He didn’t donate in order to make a scene or draw attention to himself, instead he did it out of the goodness of his heart.
So now, because of Kickhaefer, Kinderknecht, and other
generous teenagers, eight students will receive $100 Walmart gift cards so they can buy Christmas for their own families, which they may not have been able to afford before.
Students stand in support of ‘cultural holiday’By Genna Salstrom
The Pylon
Juniors Gabe Geisen and Drayton Willeys’ houses look just like any other bright, festive homes around the holidays with colorful lights and Christmas trees. However, there is one thing extremely different about their situations other than Willey’s hatred of Christmas music. They are among the few Atheists in town, meaning they
don’t believe in the existence of a deity.
“Christmas is a cultural holiday with religious roots, but I still celebrate it because I appreciate the sentiment. I just don’t pay homage to God,” Geisen said.
Surprisingly, being an Atheist in a small town with 90 churches is not isolating, even during the holidays.
“I’m the only Atheist in an extremely Christian family, but
It’s not too bad because no one is trying to impose their religion on me,” Willey said.
Senior Jackson Mattek is i the same boat, using Christmas as a way to celebrate family and show what he’s thankful for instead of celebrating it in the traditional Christian way. Some Americans view this way of thinking as an attack, dubbing it the “War on Christmas.”
“Basically, the War on Christmas is the idea that
society is progressively becoming anti-Christian or anti-Christmas because more and more people are saying ‘Happy Holidays’ instead of ‘Merry Christmas.’”
Another reason for the War on Christmas is that people write it as “Xmas,” but the “X” is just a Greek abbreviation. According to Geisen, there is no war on Christmas.
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What makes theultimate Christmas sweater?
Santa Claus patch
Snowman patch
Tacky middle button
Different patterns
“Mr. O’Neal because then I could walk for
him.”
Dyllan Smith Sophomore
“Mrs. Bigler because she is fun and treats
students fairly.”
Jennivee SterlingSophomore
“Mrs. Cullins because she is sweet
and a great math teacher.”
Teja EdwardsJunior
“Mrs. Paradis because she is
really energetic and happy.”
Albert FernandoFreshman
“Mr. Garber because everyone loves being
in his room.”
Darby MillerFreshman
If you couldbe anyteacher, whowould you be?
“Coach Hall because his jobs seems the
most fun.”
Jack HelveyFreshman
Mrs. Shaffer’s class donates a large amount to STUCO’s Angel Tree
Naomi BowerSenior
Kaleb SpeilmanSenior
K-lee JonesJunior
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Rec basketball back in actionBy Austin Hyunh
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According to senior Kaleb Speilman, a participant of the rec basketball league, the opposing teams will feel like they’re in the ocean because they are so wet from the three point line.
It’s that time of the year. The City of Salina is once again offering a Parks and Rec basketball league that allows students to organize teams and compete against each other.
In the past years, like Speilman’s team, teams were known to be more of a comdey show when on the court instead of acting as
competitors. who’s to blame for these basketball bloopers is the Salina Bobcats, which was a Parks and Rec team put together by the members of the class of 2012. They
were the first ot make Rec basketball exciting to watch. As this season of Rec ball starts, there are many teams
that take after the Bobcats, such as Speilman’s team.
“I believe that when you’re playing Parks and Rec basketball, you need to have a high selt esteem so you don’t have to worry what people think about you when you mess around,” freshman James Michel said.
Even though most of the teams in the Rec league are out their to make jokes, there are teams that actually play to win.
“We’re serious, mainly because we know we’re the best in the league and we will beat all the teams there,” junior Anthony Darby said.
Darby is amped to be
playing for the third year in a row and will continue to ball out on the court along side his fellow teammate, junior Joshua Martinez.
“We’ve been playing together for three years, and it really makes it easier for us to be good because we have a high chemistry with each other,” Martinez said.
Parks and Rec basketball provides students with a way to participate in a basketball game without the high pressure. Not only does it allow students to play care free and have fun, but it gives a competitive atmosphere to those who are looking for a serious game.
“We’re serious, mainly because we know we’re the best in the league...”
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6 In depthDecember 20, 2012
7
The end is nearr is it?
What you need to survive a zombie apocalypse Water
Non-perishable foods
Duct tape- it can hold together machine parts, tape sides of windows to keep radiation out in case of nuclear attack, used as wound dressing
First aid supplies
Baseball bat- doesn’t require ammunition or skill
Sling shot- used for hunting small game and self defense, never run out of ammunition
Fire starters- like storm proof matches
Good athletic shoes for running- you don’t want an equipment failure while trying to escape zombies
Hand crank radio- doesn’t require batteries and you can listen for safe zones
Supplies:
The best way to reduce the effectiveness of zombies is to separate the head from the body.
Drive into zombies- they don’t pay attention to traffic rules. (SUV’s are best)
If a family member becomes a zombie, you cannot change them back. There is no hope.
Use your brain- you’re smarter than zombies. (Example: Lure zombies into a room & lock the door)
Combat:
Do something that terrifies you, like skydiving or swimming with sharks.Leave some evidence of your time on Earth.
Enjoy your final meals and eat whatever you want.
Tell someone how you feel about them - love, hate or anything in between.
Cherish your last moments with family and friends.
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End of the world
What’s on your end of the world bucket list?
So say the world is doomed - have you fulfilled your wildest dreams? If you think the world is going to end tomorrow, here are just a few things you may ponder doing before time runs out.
Matthew 24:36- “No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.”
Matthew 24:29- “Immediately after the distress of those days; the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.’”
Revelation 12:3-5 And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne.
Much of what is read in the book of revelations adds to the confusion about the end of the world. Check out the following excerpt and see what you think.
However, the book of Matthew provides some clarity for believers
Matthew 24:30- “At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and all the nations of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky.”
Biblical breakdown
Timeline: end of the world
Apocalyptic projections aren’t so unordinary. According to blogington.com doomsday has been unsuccessfully calculated many times.
The approach of the new millennium led pilgrims, knights, and many others to think the Apocalypse and Armageddon was upon them.
On this day, all the planets were on the same side of the sun. Although they were not in a straight line, many people believed a series of natural disasters would be the end of times.
Once again, the turn of the millennium worried people. It was feared that computers and electronic systems would be the reason for the end.
Nancy Lieder predicted that a planet would enter our solar system and cause a polar shift on Earth that would kill off a majority of humanity.
On 6/6/06 , people thought that because 666 is referred to as the sign of the devil, the antichrist would return to the Earth.
The Mayans have predicted this date as the end of the world. They think the sun is supposed to reach a solar maximum and the poles of the Earth will reverse.
Nostradamus is seen as a ‘prophet’ by many. His books supposedly forsee the future and predict this as the end of the world.
A preacher named William Miller and another man within the movement predicted many dates during these years as the end of the world. He claimed this after studying the Bible and making calculations
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“Jump off a cliff with a flying squirrel suit.”
Nathan GarlowSenior
Poll: Do you think the world is going to end in 2012?
in 2010, students said...
No
Yes 15.8%
84.2%329 students were surveyed during lunch in 2010
in 2012, students said...
No
Yes 16.6%
83.3%222 students were surveyed during lunch Dec. 12
“Bungee jump from Mt. Everest.”
Damion CooperSenior
“Kiss Robert Pattinson.”
Jaylinn DentSenior
“ Drive to Oregon or Florida with some people.”
Casey RayasJunior
“Go bungee jumping.”
Hannah BoazSophomore
“Go 8 seconds on a bull.”
Lane HawleyJunior
Safest places to be during the zombie apocalypse1. South High School- Two words: bomb shelter2. Basement- Isn’t that where you go during every emergency?
4. Shopping mall- Has everything you need- weapons, food, clothes 5. Gun shop- This one is pretty obvious
3. Tunnels under Central- Warm, small, and zombies might not know they exist. Plus, they are dark. Zombies are afraid of the dark.
Least safe places to be during the zombie apocalypse1. A city- Stay away from highly populated areas2. A hospital- That is where zombies generally start
4. Near fire- Fire draws in zombies because they can see it from a distance5. Airport- You cannot escape zombies in a confined space, and although you could jump on a plane, eventually it would run out of fuel.
3. Interstate- You don’t want to be stuck in traffic during these attacks
According to the Mayan Calendar, tomorrow is the day the world is supposed to end so here is what you need to know
“Armageddon” “War of the Worlds”“The Day After Tomorrow”
“2012” “The Knowing” “I am legend”20%
4% 3% 50%
6% 17%
Deadly doomsday destruction
2012- a series of natural disasters.
Here is how the movies say the world will end:
Here is how you say the world will end:
What is your favorite end of the world movie?
Armageddon- An asteroid approaches the Earth.
The Day After Tomorrow- An Ice Age freezes the Earth.
The Knowing- A massive solar flare lands and aliens attack.
War of the Worlds- Aliens invade the planet.
I am Legend- A disease kills off nearly every human.
Wall-E- The Earth is covered in garbage.
“It will explode into little pieces.”
Malik VealJunior
“Natural disasters, one at a time.”
Cierra WilsonSenior“A big flash of light and
everything is obliterated.”
Joe McKenna Senior
“Yellowstone will erupt and the polar caps will melt.”
Kaleb SpeilmanSenior
File Photo / The PylonAustin Huynh references the Bible for verses relating to the end of the world
Ridiculous Revelations:
By Sydney DauerThe Pylon
While the exact cause of our destruction is yet to be pinpointed, the knowledge of our impending death can be overwhelming. When that school bell rings today, we have 10.5 hours until we die. You might as well live it up.
Before we all die, there are several things to take care of. First order of business, as you leave the halls of Salina Central, tell every single person exactly what you think of them. Next, you get your booty to Imperial Garden and you thank all of those chefs for the delicious meals they have prepared for you over the years.
Now, we all understand that our town isn’t home to one of the best shopping malls, but you’ll have absolutely no use for money when you’re dead. Go blow it all! No one cares if you’re fat when you’re dead. Go eat everything!
Go streaking. Free the animals from Petco. Go touch everything that says ‘Do Not Touch.’ Get in a fight. Throw a party. Go skinny-dipping. Try to solve a Rubik’s Cube. Find someone with a Segway. Ride it.
Whatever you choose to do with your last hours, make it memorable.
To those that seem oblivious to our obvious defeat, I have three words for you: open your eyes. The signs have been all around us for quite some time. Crocs made over $1,000,000,000 in 2011. The inventor of Oreo creme
filling died earlier this year. They’re still producing Kidz Bop CDs for crying out loud. The end is near.
If these signs aren’t enough to convince you, I’ll enlighten you with some more ‘scientific’ information. The Mayans predicted our doom, some interpretations of the Bible claim that December 21, 2012 is the date of Armageddon, sun storms are becoming more intense, we are about 30,000 years overdue for a polar shift, and the Europeans have an atom smasher that creates mini black holes.
Let’s not forget that we live on the same continent as a freaking super-volcano that’s overdue for eruption that, if it were to erupt, ash would block the sun and propel the world into a new ice age.
“To those that seem oblivious to our obvious
defeat, I have three words for you: open
your eyes.”
Sydney DauerSenior
6 In depthDecember 20, 2012
7
The end is nearr is it?
What you need to survive a zombie apocalypse Water
Non-perishable foods
Duct tape- it can hold together machine parts, tape sides of windows to keep radiation out in case of nuclear attack, used as wound dressing
First aid supplies
Baseball bat- doesn’t require ammunition or skill
Sling shot- used for hunting small game and self defense, never run out of ammunition
Fire starters- like storm proof matches
Good athletic shoes for running- you don’t want an equipment failure while trying to escape zombies
Hand crank radio- doesn’t require batteries and you can listen for safe zones
Supplies:
The best way to reduce the effectiveness of zombies is to separate the head from the body.
Drive into zombies- they don’t pay attention to traffic rules. (SUV’s are best)
If a family member becomes a zombie, you cannot change them back. There is no hope.
Use your brain- you’re smarter than zombies. (Example: Lure zombies into a room & lock the door)
Combat:
Do something that terrifies you, like skydiving or swimming with sharks.Leave some evidence of your time on Earth.
Enjoy your final meals and eat whatever you want.
Tell someone how you feel about them - love, hate or anything in between.
Cherish your last moments with family and friends.
CKETB
1.2.3.4.5.
End of the world
What’s on your end of the world bucket list?
So say the world is doomed - have you fulfilled your wildest dreams? If you think the world is going to end tomorrow, here are just a few things you may ponder doing before time runs out.
Matthew 24:36- “No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.”
Matthew 24:29- “Immediately after the distress of those days; the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from the sky, and the heavenly bodies will be shaken.’”
Revelation 12:3-5 And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne.
Much of what is read in the book of revelations adds to the confusion about the end of the world. Check out the following excerpt and see what you think.
However, the book of Matthew provides some clarity for believers
Matthew 24:30- “At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and all the nations of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky.”
Biblical breakdown
Timeline: end of the world
Apocalyptic projections aren’t so unordinary. According to blogington.com doomsday has been unsuccessfully calculated many times.
The approach of the new millennium led pilgrims, knights, and many others to think the Apocalypse and Armageddon was upon them.
On this day, all the planets were on the same side of the sun. Although they were not in a straight line, many people believed a series of natural disasters would be the end of times.
Once again, the turn of the millennium worried people. It was feared that computers and electronic systems would be the reason for the end.
Nancy Lieder predicted that a planet would enter our solar system and cause a polar shift on Earth that would kill off a majority of humanity.
On 6/6/06 , people thought that because 666 is referred to as the sign of the devil, the antichrist would return to the Earth.
The Mayans have predicted this date as the end of the world. They think the sun is supposed to reach a solar maximum and the poles of the Earth will reverse.
Nostradamus is seen as a ‘prophet’ by many. His books supposedly forsee the future and predict this as the end of the world.
A preacher named William Miller and another man within the movement predicted many dates during these years as the end of the world. He claimed this after studying the Bible and making calculations
Jan. 1, 1000 A.D.
1843 & 1844
March 10, 1982
Jan. 1, 2000
May 2003 Dec. 21, 2012
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LIST
“Jump off a cliff with a flying squirrel suit.”
Nathan GarlowSenior
Poll: Do you think the world is going to end in 2012?
in 2010, students said...
No
Yes 15.8%
84.2%329 students were surveyed during lunch in 2010
in 2012, students said...
No
Yes 16.6%
83.3%222 students were surveyed during lunch Dec. 12
“Bungee jump from Mt. Everest.”
Damion CooperSenior
“Kiss Robert Pattinson.”
Jaylinn DentSenior
“ Drive to Oregon or Florida with some people.”
Casey RayasJunior
“Go bungee jumping.”
Hannah BoazSophomore
“Go 8 seconds on a bull.”
Lane HawleyJunior
Safest places to be during the zombie apocalypse1. South High School- Two words: bomb shelter2. Basement- Isn’t that where you go during every emergency?
4. Shopping mall- Has everything you need- weapons, food, clothes 5. Gun shop- This one is pretty obvious
3. Tunnels under Central- Warm, small, and zombies might not know they exist. Plus, they are dark. Zombies are afraid of the dark.
Least safe places to be during the zombie apocalypse1. A city- Stay away from highly populated areas2. A hospital- That is where zombies generally start
4. Near fire- Fire draws in zombies because they can see it from a distance5. Airport- You cannot escape zombies in a confined space, and although you could jump on a plane, eventually it would run out of fuel.
3. Interstate- You don’t want to be stuck in traffic during these attacks
According to the Mayan Calendar, tomorrow is the day the world is supposed to end so here is what you need to know
“Armageddon” “War of the Worlds”“The Day After Tomorrow”
“2012” “The Knowing” “I am legend”20%
4% 3% 50%
6% 17%
Deadly doomsday destruction
2012- a series of natural disasters.
Here is how the movies say the world will end:
Here is how you say the world will end:
What is your favorite end of the world movie?
Armageddon- An asteroid approaches the Earth.
The Day After Tomorrow- An Ice Age freezes the Earth.
The Knowing- A massive solar flare lands and aliens attack.
War of the Worlds- Aliens invade the planet.
I am Legend- A disease kills off nearly every human.
Wall-E- The Earth is covered in garbage.
“It will explode into little pieces.”
Malik VealJunior
“Natural disasters, one at a time.”
Cierra WilsonSenior“A big flash of light and
everything is obliterated.”
Joe McKenna Senior
“Yellowstone will erupt and the polar caps will melt.”
Kaleb SpeilmanSenior
File Photo / The PylonAustin Huynh references the Bible for verses relating to the end of the world
Ridiculous Revelations:
By Sydney DauerThe Pylon
While the exact cause of our destruction is yet to be pinpointed, the knowledge of our impending death can be overwhelming. When that school bell rings today, we have 10.5 hours until we die. You might as well live it up.
Before we all die, there are several things to take care of. First order of business, as you leave the halls of Salina Central, tell every single person exactly what you think of them. Next, you get your booty to Imperial Garden and you thank all of those chefs for the delicious meals they have prepared for you over the years.
Now, we all understand that our town isn’t home to one of the best shopping malls, but you’ll have absolutely no use for money when you’re dead. Go blow it all! No one cares if you’re fat when you’re dead. Go eat everything!
Go streaking. Free the animals from Petco. Go touch everything that says ‘Do Not Touch.’ Get in a fight. Throw a party. Go skinny-dipping. Try to solve a Rubik’s Cube. Find someone with a Segway. Ride it.
Whatever you choose to do with your last hours, make it memorable.
To those that seem oblivious to our obvious defeat, I have three words for you: open your eyes. The signs have been all around us for quite some time. Crocs made over $1,000,000,000 in 2011. The inventor of Oreo creme
filling died earlier this year. They’re still producing Kidz Bop CDs for crying out loud. The end is near.
If these signs aren’t enough to convince you, I’ll enlighten you with some more ‘scientific’ information. The Mayans predicted our doom, some interpretations of the Bible claim that December 21, 2012 is the date of Armageddon, sun storms are becoming more intense, we are about 30,000 years overdue for a polar shift, and the Europeans have an atom smasher that creates mini black holes.
Let’s not forget that we live on the same continent as a freaking super-volcano that’s overdue for eruption that, if it were to erupt, ash would block the sun and propel the world into a new ice age.
“To those that seem oblivious to our obvious
defeat, I have three words for you: open
your eyes.”
Sydney DauerSenior
8 December 20, 2012
Athletes & Sports
Nothing is more annoying than hearing the same parents in the stands criticize and critique their kid, or other players every game. We get it, we all know you’re flawless, and should be playing professional basketball.
BOX OUT! MOVE YOUR FEET! FOLLOW THROUGH! KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE BALL! LET’S GO! C’MON, PLAY SOME GOOD DEFENSE! We’ve all heard these phrases from belligerent, screaming parents in the stands. Contrary to popular belief, yelling will not make any player realize they have messed up any quicker or more effectively. Any good player is aware when they have made a mistake, without being yelled at. Yes, a comment made every so often is acceptable, but encouragement
and praise will do more than save you from sounding like a jerk.
I mean this in the least cheesy way, but playing in a positive environment only makes circumstances better. There should be no worry or fear in talking to your parents after a rough game. Whether they’re aware or not, the talk shared with them after preforming either leaves a feeling filled with more disappointment and frustration, or leaves you with a warm, proud feeling.
A lot of times, frustration is built up for too long, and it starts to break down confidence and mental toughness. That is one of the last things you want to be thinking about, before it starts to affect games in the future. Although athletes should have a strong sense of mental toughness when it comes to taking constructive criticism, and not so constructive criticism, it’s still challenging to not be too hard on yourself.
Obnoxious opposing student sections are always going to try to get in your head. For example, Andover’s twenty rows they pack with out of control students taking over half of their gym is pretty intimidating. But parents’ criticism will always hit a little bit deeper.
The girls’ and boys’ basketball teams have gotten plenty of new gear in the last several years. They are capable of getting such nice and new equipment because of all the fundraising both teams do. At the beginning of the season, they write letters to family and friends in hopes of receiving a donation back. In return, each player pledges to donate some of their time volunteering in the community.
From uniforms to game-day travel suits to warm-ups, the following is a price breakdown of everything they have purchased:
In the Driver’s seatBailey DriverThe Pylon
Parents expect too much from their student athletes
Continued dominance Girls and boys defeat South in first league match up
Basketball gets suited up
Girls’ Nike Travel Suits: $90 per set
Girls’ Long Sleeve Black Shooting Shirt: $20 per shirt
The girls varsity team also performed well against South, and were able to keep a comfortable lead throughout most of the game, improving their record to 3-2. Both teams are off for the holidays, but come back January 4 to host Campus at home.
Coach Andrews markerboard: $70
Boys’ highlight film, senior posters, calenders and lettermen posters: $1000
Boys’ warm-ups: $2080Boys’ shooting shirts: $650
Gatorade cart: $400
‘Play with Passion’ and ‘Play 25’ posters: $120
Travel Bags: $45 per bag
By Carson JettThe Pylon
The boys’ basketball team began their season with a 1-3 start, which normally would cause them to go into the South game with a sense of doubt. Fortunately the team came in with some confidence, and after a few early shots and a quick lead, the team everyone has been waiting for came alive.
“We heard that South thought this was their year to beat us, and we wanted to go out and keep the streak alive and prove we were a better team than our record showed,” senior Mark Vaughn said.
The team came out from the beginning with intensity, which hasn’t been as prevalent in
previous games, and the quick start helped the boys’ gain back some confidence and become emotionally involved in their play.
“We came out early with intensity and hit early shots that built our confidence,” Vaughn
said. “My shot was off for the first few games but I just told myself I needed to go out and play hard and I knew my shot would eventually fall, and it did.”
The team focused on the defensive aspect of the game, creating steals and deflections,
which led to some easy baskets and contributed to their successful offensive night.
With the confidence that was presented early, the boys were able to connect and become the team they new they could be, which has finally set the tone and expectations for the rest of the season.
“We were all really pumped and intense and showed more emotion, which led to our confidence and success. We need
to continue these things and improve ourselves individually and together and we will reach our goals,” Vaughn said.
“Contrary to popular belief, yelling will not
make any player realize they have messed up any quicker or more
effectively.”
Bailey Driver The Pylon
Paige Johnson / The Pylon
Maggie Vernon / The PylonSophomore RaShun Allen defends South’s Justin Stonebraker.
Maggie Vernon / The PylonJunior Shaelyn Martin gets ready to pass the ball during the game at the Bi-Center.
Girls
South 30Central 43
Boys
South 31Central 62
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9December 20, 2012
Athletes & Sports
40the number of hours the
VETS team practices every month
37the number of points senior Mark Vaughn and junior
Treyton Hines scored last Friday against South which
was more than South scored as a team
54the number of pinning victories the varsity wrestling
team has had so far this season
10the number of points that
have to be scored in order for the student section to cheer when they are doing “Silent
Night”
By the numbers a quick look at numbers and stats
about the fall sports season
44
the field goal percentage that the varsity boys’ shot
against South
the number of wins Coach Andrews has had in his
first four years of coaching varsity girls’ basketball
Max Kuhn Boys’ basketball Noah Hadnot Boys’ swimming
Most embarassing music on your iPod
Favorite app on your phone
Your biggest turnoff
“T-Pain”
“‘Bike Race”“People with better hair than me”
“‘Party in the USA’ by Miley Cyrus”
“Sudoku or Traffic Rush”
“Snapchat, so I can Snapchat my best friend Grant Dodge”
“Stank breath and chewing with your mouth open””
“Christmas music”
“Justin Bieber”
“Big ego, hairy legs, wizard beard”
“Bad teeth”
“#blackberryprobs”“Ratchets”“‘Baby’ by Justin Bieber”
“‘My music app, Snapchat”
26the number of turnovers the boys’ varsity basketball team forced South to make
8the number of events the boys’ swimming team has
qualified for state in this year
Students raise level of school spirit
Matt Martin leads boys’ swimming with early success
Other state qualifiers include: Noah Hadnot, Decker Gates, Erick Nilson, Bryen Baker, & Kyler Bell
Brianna Chora / The PylonThe student section cheers for the varisty boys during the Maize- South game, while supporting a white out theme.
Sydney Dauer / The PylonSenior Matt Martin competing in the butterfly at the South Invitational.
By Chandler BurrisThe Pylon
The swimming season only started a few weeks ago, yet senior Matt Martin has already qualified for five state events and took first place in every event he competed in at the first meet.
Martin started training for this season at the end of May, by joining a swimming club and attending swim camp in June at the University of Missouri. In addition to swimming he also lifted weights three days a week to build muscle.
“I want to get a school record and be a member of the Moby Dick speed club. The Moby Dick speed club is a club that is made up of the fastest
swimmers in Salina and is used as a goal setting tool by coach Smith to inspire us to try our hardest to beat the set
times,” said Martin.His training has paid off
so far this season with a first place finish in the 200
free style, second in the 100 butterfly, first in the 100 back, second in the 100 fly, second in three relay events and a third place finish in the 400 free relay.
“There’s no telling how far the team will go this year but I definitely feel that we will get top three at league with how good the team has been doing. No matter how the season ends I’m happy that I could be a member of Mustang swimming and will always remember the experiences I’ve had here,” said Martin
A loud and supportive student section is always essential to help support our boys’ and girls’ basketball teams. Our student section has recently upped our game to match the requirements of a good student section that supports themes, but in the recent past, our student section seemed to not be so fond of them.
“I think the reason why our school hasn’t been into themes so much is because a lot of
people are too lazy to participate in them,” senior Luis Jimenez says.
This year, the students involved in the student section are in favor of having themes at basketball games as well as more school spirit than the was in the past. In doing so, the effect of being involved more will attract more students to the games.
“Our student section looks to do something original to set ourselves apart from other student sections. Doing that will make students want to go to the games more,” Jimenez says.
By Genna SalstromThe Pylon
Society has always influenced self-esteem. Pro-anorexic websites, Barbie dolls and advertisements have all led to the national takeover of eating disorders.
In the 1950’s, males were supposed to be the provider, the king of the household, physically strong, and perhaps emotionally stoic in suburbia with 2 children, a wife and a dog. Nowadays, however, males are expected to have more emotional connectivity while still taking care of business.
Females in the 1950’s were expected to be dependent, “seen but not heard,” emotional, beautiful and a happy homemaker who lived for her husband and children. In contrast, the modern day female is independent, goal-oriented and has a high paying job while still taking
care of the house and children. Young girls have been
playing with Barbies since their release in the 1950’s. However, if Barbie were a real person, she would be 7 feet 2 inches tall and have measurements of 39-23-33 (bust, hips, waist). Of course, no living woman has these measurements, and only 5 percent of American females naturally possess the body type portrayed in advertising.
There are “pro-ana” sites on the internet that glorify and support eating disorders. Because of this, CNN states that the more time adolescent girls spend on social media websites,
the more likely they are to develop an eating disorder. This has obviously had an impact since 42 percent of first to third grades want to be thinner and 80 percent of 10-year-olds are
afraid of being fat.
According to the Doctors David M. Garner, Paul E. Garfinkel, Donald Schwartz, and Michael Thompson, “The cultural pressures on women to be thin and diet have been linked to the
expression of serious eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa.”
Eating disorders are a serious and growing problem in today’s world. Up to 24
million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the United States. 95 percent of those who have eating disorders are between the ages of 12 and 26.
Anorexia is the third most common chronic illness among adolescents as well as the most fatal mental disorder with a mortality rate of 10 percent, which is 12 times higher than the death rates of all other causes of death for females between the ages of 15-24. Anywhere from one to four in 100 women will suffer from anorexia or bulimia in their lifetime. 20 percent of people suffering from anorexia will prematurely die from complications related to their eating disorder, including suicide and heart problems, and of the anorexia survivors, about 50 percent develop bulimia.
10December 20, 2012
Editorials & Opinion
By Sammy JordanThe Pylon
Last year, in the March 15, 2012 edition of the Pylon, I addressed an issue concerning the Administration in regards to conduct in the student section at basketball games. After comparing our meek section to Souths “towering” student section, I proposed a more “laissez-faire” approach to governing the students to the totalitarian crack down of last season’s student section.
The article was published after the last game was written in the hopes that the administration would rethink
their policies. Unfortunately, in the past few games, especially the south game, I have seen no reform to the strict nature of the administrations supervision.
It starts at the pep assemblies. Assemblies should be looked forward to. Students should await the in anticipation for the announcement to leave with thankful squeals of delight instead of with disdain. You know there is a problem
when teenagers would rather spend time in the dry ELO classrooms than at an assembly. The issue with the assemblies
isn’t the content, activities, or cheers but instead with the atmosphere.
The negativity produced from the administration leading the pep rally stymies school spirit. Instead of
demanding participation in chants, I urge the faculty to allow students to set their own
level of participation. By allowing for a student
lead assembly and a student lead spirit section, school spirit will increase exponentially.
Last Friday, I was extremely disappointed in the administration. Tension between the “SK ballers” and VETs has finally subsided, by compromising a shared front row. Even after explaining the compromise, the administration continually patronized the “SK ballers.”
For the second time I address the Administration: take a step back from the student section. Regulate but do not dictate.
Teenagers consume expectations instead of food
A letter concerning the administration
“Up to 24 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the
United States.”
Genna SalstromThe Pylon
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13 Voted YES
Voted NO
What is your biggest fear?
Strange Phobias
“Rats.”-Lindsey Wood
“Nail filers.”-Alex De Leon
“Balloons.”-Alexis Allen
“Pieces of hair.”-Jaylinn Dent
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
Staff Editorials: Negative societal expectations
Do societies expectations on the internet have negative effects on adolescents?
Staff vote:
Many students in the section chose not to cheer because of the limited cheers allowed to them due to the strict rule of the administration.
“I proposed a more ‘laissez-faire’
approach to governing the students”
Sammy JordanThe Pylon
Brianna Chora/The Pylon
11December 20, 2012
Editorials & Opinion
The following are situations in which our students and faculty deserve praise for a job well done or to be called out for dropping the ball.
&Kudos
Call outs
-The score of the boys’ South/Central game was 62 to 31. Holy cow. Thatta boys.
-Girls basketball team won 41 to 31. Poor kitties.
-THE STUDENT SECTION. The amount of spirit was crazy. Our section was to maximum capacity and students were forced to sit elsewhere. Not only did we annihilate the Cougars of the court but we trumped them in noise level. Way to show up. Lets do it again!
-Silent night. We scared the crap out of everyone in that gymnasium.
-Kaleb Speilman’s various sweaters. It’s almost too much for me to handle.
-Poetry night hosted by our favorite local rapper, Cash Hollistah, is tomorrow at Ad Astra (must be 16 years or older to attend).
-We’re done with finals!-Christmas Break is
tomorrow.-The J-Room for looking like
Christmas threw up all over it. -Ghetto buns and leggings:
the perfect female outfit for finals.
-Luke Stoss’ bow ties. You have class.
Kudos:
-Grant Dodge wasn’t with us at the game.
-The end of the world tomorrow?
-We are STILL finding mice in the J-room. Where am I supposed to store my lunch?
-Global warming ruins my life. It’s taken forever to snow.
-So that means we won’t have a snow day. CURSE YOU FATHER WINTER AND YOUR LAZY ANTICS!
-How is Santa going to land without snow?
-Finals.-College kids invading our
building. Visiting your high school is nice...but don’t stay for 3 hours.
-Barbies.-Underclassmen who do not
obey the hierarchy of student section.
-People whose birthday is so close to Christmas. Double presents? You lucky dogs.
-The initial statement on USD305.com regarding school safety was weak. Their late response to tragedy in Connecticut allowed for the spread of rumors in our own school district. I am not confident that the administration and faculty were fully prepared concerning the alleged rumors about the local school shooting this week.
Call outs:
By Beth CashThe Pylon
As of right now, we have approximately twelve hours until the end of the world, and there’s no stopping it. Although the Mayan’s calendar may have been completely wrong, there is more than enough scientific reasoning as to why our precious world is finally reaching it’s demise. Whether it be a sun storm, the European “Atom Smasher,” the Earth’s magnetic field switching or all of the above combined, December 21 is doomsday.
According to solar experts, recent solar storms have been bombarding the Earth with so much radiation energy that satellites have been destroyed. If calculations are correct, the amount of radiation will reach it’s deadly peak by the end of 2012, blowing through the Earth shielding magnetic field which is
already in jeopardy. Not only are the magnetic
poles drifting apart twenty to thirty kilometers each year, but they’re also around thirty thousand years overdue for a magnetic pole switch; north would become south, and south would become north. During the one hundred year process the magnetic field disappears, resulting in enough UV rays outdoors to crisp skin in seconds.
The Europeans aren’t exactly doing their part help solve any of these problems. Scientists in Europe have been building the world’s largest particle accelerator, the “Atom Blaster;” a twenty-seven kilometer tunnel designed to smash atoms together to find out what makes the Universe tick. However, turning it on could produce many deadly results including mini black holes. As the date to fire up the gadget approaches,
the world could be crushed into a dense blob the size of a basketball.
The amount of scientists predicting a natural disaster by the end of 2012 is not a coincidence; something is
going to happen, and whatever is it will occur tomorrow. Tell your crush how you feel, go skydiving, or quit your job.
Literally live like there is no tomorrow.
By Sammy JordanThe Pylon
Tomorrow the Mayan Calendar will run out. Also, on the 21st, Jack Reacher staring Tom Cruise will open in theaters, Samuel L. Jackson turns 63 and “Georgetown Santas” will hand out candy and popcorn on Georgetown Road in Salina. That’s pretty much all that’s happening.
Just as my personal calendar ends on December 31 every year, the Mayan Calendar will end, to be replaced by another apocalyptic timer created by another cult-like group advocating the destruction of human kind (in reality, the Mayan Calendar ended in 2000, as the Mayans did not account for leap year).
Using the Mayan Calendar is similar to using a sun dial to tell time when we have digital clocks or using the ancient slide rule Mrs. Nelson is fond of to calculate equations when we
have access to wonderful TI 84 calculators.
No offense to the Mayans. You guys invented some awesome stuff, like soccer and numerical symbols. So thanks.
For the second time in my career working on the Pylon staff, I will again disprove the apocalyptic theories surrounding the demise of human kind including the most popular theories such as gravitational altering planetary alignment, the approaching planet Nibiru, polar shifts and finally, life ending meteor showers.
The advocates of the apocalypse must have watched Hercules too many times as a child to come up with this theory. Planetary alignment has no effect on the earth gravitational force…nor will it cause titans to rise out earth’s crevices to seek revenge on Mount Olympus Gods. It just
won’t. The last planetary alignment was in 2000…and we’re all still here.
It’s about as real as Tattooine or Naboo.
The polar shift theory is the idea that the rotation of Earth will reverse. According to our scientific friends at NASA, this is impossible. Although the continents do move (at a rate of one inch per year), this has no effect on the magnetic poles. Even in the chance that a magnetic reversal were to occur, the shift would have little to no effect on the human race.
Often, baby meteors trespass into the earths atmosphere, burning up before they even hit the ground. The last big mommy or daddy meteor to have actual impact on the earth’s crust was
65 million years ago. If you are that concerned about meteor showers, check out http://neo.jpl.nasa.gov for the local meteor forecast. This month predicts meteor free skies. So take a chill pill.
So to you believers, I think you’ve watched enough episodes of ‘Revolution’ and ‘Falling Skies.’ End your subscription to ‘The Inquirer’, call a help line to stop that nasty potpourri habit and pick up a copy of Time or The Economist.
The biggest threat to our society will not come from far off extra terrestrial threats, but instead from our own planet. We should spend less energy preparing for a zombie apocalypse or the collision of fiction planets and start focusing on real issues such as the dictator Kim Jong Uh, the quickly approaching fiscal cliff or most importantly…the closing of hostess brands.
Versus- Will the world end tomorrow?
PRO: Evidence behind the end times
CON: Science will back the skeptics
1. Planetary Alignment
2. Nibiru
3. Polar Shift Theory
4. Meteor Showers
Proof behind the Pro
“Atom Blaster”:27 kilometer tunnel designed to smash atoms togeth-er to find out about the universe.
Magnetic poles:Magnetic poles drifting apart twenty to 30 kilometers each year.
Solar storms: Experts estimate as much as a seven percent chance of a super storm in the next decade.
Expectations Reality of December 21
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