the warrencentral Warren Central High School Indianapolis, IN Friday, September 14, 2012 Volume 91 Issue 2 www.wcowlnews.com Page 2 Warren Central Publications Page 11 OWL What is on your bucket list? Go to Africa Read what students have checked off their bucket lists on pages 8 and 9 Meet someone famous Visit New York and Paris! Skydiving! What is better than a new book to read? A new movie based on a book of course! Check out which films bookworms will be lining up to see for the next year. Climb a mountain Study abroad With new superintendent Dr. Dena Cushenberry, Warren Township will be undergoing a change in standards and ways of learning.
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Warren Central High School Indianapolis, IN Friday, September 14, 2012 Volume 91 Issue 2 www.wcowlnews.com
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Warren Central Publications
Page 11
OWLWhat is on
your bucket list?Go to Africa
Read what students have checked off their bucket lists on pages 8 and 9
Meet someone famous
Visit New York and Paris!
Skydiving!
What is better than a new book to read? A new movie based on a book of course! Check out which
fi lms bookworms will be lining up to see
for the next year.
Climb a mountainStudy abroad
Go to Africa
Go to Africa
Go to
Visit New York and
York and
York Paris!
Read what students
Study abroad
Study abroad
Study
With new superintendent Dr. Dena Cushenberry, Warren Township will be undergoing a change in standards and ways of learning.
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New leadership, new standards
Civility, order, respect, excellence
Cushenberry takes over with big ideas for Warren Township
Course and Credit Requirements English/ Language Arts
8 credits Including a balance of literature, composition and speech.
Mathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12) 2 credits: Algebra I 2 credits: Geometry
2 credits: Algebra II Or complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 credits. Students must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high school
Science 6 credits 2 credits: Biology I 2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or Integrated Chemistry-Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course
Social Studies
6 credits 2 credits: U.S. History 1 credit: U.S. Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits: World History/Civilization or Geography/History of the World
Directed Electives
5 credits World Languages Fine Arts Career and Technical Education
Physical Education
2 credits
Health and Wellness
1 credit
Electives* 6 credits (College and Career Pathway courses recommended)
40 Total State Credits Required
Schools may have additional local graduation requirements that apply to all students
* Specifies the number of electives required by the state. High school schedules provide time for many more electives during the high school years. All students are strongly encouraged to complete a College and Career Pathway (selecting electives in a deliberate manner) to take full advantage of career and college exploration and preparation opportunities.
For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits. Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages). Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits. diploma. Complete one of the following:
A. Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP exams B. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from
priority course list C. Earn two of the following:
1. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list,
2. 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams, 3. 2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams.
D. Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each
E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding IB exams.
For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must: Complete all requirements for Core 40. Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:
1. Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, or 2. Pathway dual credits from the lists of priority courses resulting in 6
transcripted college credits better. Complete one of the following,
A. Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors B. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information
Level 6, Applied Mathematics Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5. C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading
90, Math 75. D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66 ,
Writing 70, Reading 80.
Effective beginning with students who enter high school in 2012-13 school year (class of 2016).
with Technical Honors (minimum 47 credits)
with Academic Honors (minimum 47 credits)
Graduation requirements changed for class of 2016
This year’s freshmen have a few more things to consider when it comes to scheduling their
future classes. The Core 40 diploma requirements have been revised, affecting the class of 2016 throughout Indiana. According to Counseling Services Center Director Ms. Bre Brown, the new diploma is “easier” and more “clear-cut” to understand. There has been confusion of the exact requirements for the previous diploma. With a new state superintendent and changing college standards, the state has modifi ed the wording and requirements of the “Common Core” diploma. The section of the diploma that will affect students most is the math requirement. Students graduating with the new requirements have to take a “quantitative reasoning” math class each year of high school. “Quantitative reasoning” math includes classes like physics, accounting and computer
programming, creating options other than calculus or trigonometry. SAT scores have been adjusted for academic honors to include math, verbal and reading comprehension scores. The new requirement for academic honors is a 1750. ACT score requirements
have stayed the same, but must include the fi nished written portion, which is not included in the score. Technical honors, which has been under scrutiny for three years due to the multiple interpretations of the standards, now requires six credits in duel/college credit toward students’ career paths or certifi cation in their career path. Before, an internship was the only option, but now duel credits are also accepted.
These diploma standards are not only for current freshmen. Current seniors, juniors, or sophomores that meet the new diploma conditions but not the current diploma can still graduate with the new criteria. “We try to gear toward college,” Ms. Susie Long said. “(Colleges) are serious out there now.”
DR. DENA CUSHENBERRY speaks at Going For the Gold. Sponsored by Student Council, Going for the Gold occurred in July, preparing freshmen for high school life. Photo by Kristen Gibbs
by kaylawilliamson news editor
“We try to gear
toward college.
(Colleges) are
serious out there
now.”
Ms. Susie Long
by katiejones associate editor
Dr. Dena Cushenberry is taking the reigns for Warren Central Township and has high hopes of fi nishing the progress Dr. Peggy Hinckley started. “I’m excited about being the new superintendant,” Cushenberry said. “Dr. Hinckley was absolutely wonderful and a great mentor.” Dr. Cushenberry has worked for Warren Township for 13 years. She began at Raymond Park Middle School as an assistant principal before becoming the fi rst principal at Liberty Park Elementary. In 2008, she moved to the Central Offi ce as the associate superintendant and was the deputy superintendant last year. Cushenberry’s plans for the township include ending the use of the Indiana Academic Standards and beginning the use of the new “CORE” program, CORE standing for “Civility,” “Order,” “Respect” and “Excellence.” This program, starting with the class of 2015, will change the academic standards that students are expected to meet. “This is what our future looks like,” Cushenberry said. “We have to prepare our students to be self-directed learners who are literate, creative, critical thinking, civic-minded democratic citizens who do meaningful and productive work in school and for post school life. We’re going to have to prepare students for their generation, not ours.”
These new standards will be extremely rigorous compared to the current program Warren uses, but Cushenberry believes that it will help students to become better learners, students and citizens both in and outside of the school. She feels that adopting the new program will also help students in future job exploits as it will help them to become more competitive and cooperative. The new superintendant hopes that these new standards will cause students to think harder and a bit differently. The shift from the Indiana Academic Standards to CORE will require students to do more than just study to receive their top marks. It will make them think more deeply. Cushenberry gave examples that students would be required to read the Constitution and argue and debate it. They would read more rigorous pieces of literature and have to form their own opinions and be able to express why they think certain events happened within the book. “In about six months, things are going to be different,” Cushenberry said. “It’s changing.” Kindergarten and fi rst grade students have already begun the new standards and the class of 2025 will be the fi rst to complete them in their entirety. “I’m excited to continue what Dr. Hinckley has started,” Cushenberry said. “I think she laid the ground work and now we’re going to build on that and move our students and our district forward in this new paradigm.”
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Photo OP ECA COUNTDOWNThere are 48 days until ECA make-ups. There are 135 days until ECAs.
Buses are available Monday and Wednesday at 4:15.
ACTIVITY BUS TIMES
BRAIN GAME
PSAT
ZAPS TUTORING
STUCO
YEARBOOK
WARREN’S GOT TALENT
THRESHOLD
SENIOR INFO
Anyone buying yearbooks for the current year will be able to pick them up in the Spring.
The Threshold is open Tue., Wed., Thurs., 8:00 a.m.- 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Congratulations to Warren’s Got Talent winners Tatiana Brown-Robinson (Dance), Allyson Edmonds (Vocal), and Tessa Hudson (Vocal with instrument).
•Senior order follow up and ring delivery will be on December 6/7.•Remember to have your pictures taken at Prestige to be in the Yearbook!•Skating Party is Sept. 26 at the Roller Cave from 8 to 10 p.m.
HomecomingPhotos by Jessica Gibson
The Wiz CastDorothy: Destiny Taylor YarbroughBrother Addaperle: Austin RussellScarecrow: Tony WeatheringtonLion: Maamun AbdelhakTinman: Ivana NikicThe Wiz: Allyson EdmondsEvillene: Meghan BarrasGlinda: Briana WeaverAunt Em: Aaliyah EnglishUncle Henry: Jamar BuckleyGatekeeper: Darian WoodsSoldier Messenger: Emily KippLord High Underling: Sara WittemoreWinged Monkey: Imani Woodson
Tornado/Yellow Brick Road/Kalidahs/Poppies/Field Mice/Emerald City Citizens/Winkies/Chorus:
•The Leadership retreat for Juniors and Seniors is Sept. 19. For Freshmen and Sophomores, they are Sept. 26. •The next meeting is September 17 during 4th period.
Ticket sales are October 1-4 in both cafeterias.
Meetings are Tue., Wed. and Thurs. at 6:40 in G131.
Tutoring for SAT prep is September 19 and 20 at 3:15-5:45 in the PAC.
Family Tans890-9TAN (9826)
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MARISSA WEBB, sophomore, poses in her black and white for Men In Black Day. She showed what warrior school spirit is all about. Photo by Heather Brady
JAELIND STURDIVANT, sophomore, shows o� her Warrior pride for Black and Gold Day. She grinned with determination in hopes of grabbing the win against the LN Wildcats.
DARIAN WOODS,
sophomore gleams
with excitement
as Steve Urkel for
Celebrity- Look- Alike
Day. He was one of
the many warriors
that went the extra mile and showed
school spirit!
GRANT BALES,
senior, poses as
Green Lantern. He was one of
many super heroes during Home-
coming Week
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Marching for the gold downtown
Practicing her flag toss, color guard member Madison Niccolini waited impatiently for Warren’s turn in the
American Legion parade. Warren Central’s Gold Brigade was invited to perform at the American Legion 94th National Convention parade on Sunday, August 26. The Gold Brigade marched downtown along with other high school marching bands in Indiana, performing their closing song of their half-time show. “It was exciting because everyone there actually cared about what we were doing and cheered and thanked us,” Niccolini said. The Gold Brigade was invited several months ago by a representative of the American Legion. This national group is a war time veterans service association that supports “wholesome programs in our communities,” mentoring youth, and “advocating patriotism and honor,” according to the American Legion’s mission statement. Warren’s Gold Brigade consists of the marching band and color guard. They perform during half-times at home football games and competitions around the state. “The Gold Brigade Band and Guard has set very high expectations and standards for this season,” Gold Brigade Director Edward Meckes said. “We also expect to represent Warren Central well with great competitive success.” The Gold Brigade starts practicing during the summer. During the school year, the band and guard practice every Tuesday and Thursday, working to perfect their show by State finals November 3. “This year’s group learns quickly and is excited about our show called ‘All the Bells and Whistles,’” Meckes said.
by kaylawilliamson news editor
Gold Brigade marches in American Legion parade
WARREN CENTRAL GUARD focused straight ahead, determined to show o�
her amazing ri�e skills. The ri�e line for the 2012 Gold
Brigade Marching Band are focused on performing at
the American Legion parade.
Photos by Heather Brady
BOTH THE BAND and guard are proud to march at their highest ability for the American Legion parade. They spent all summer training and continue to improve and become a better, united band.
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Impressive, right?
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Walker Career Center recieves $10,000 grant
The room bubbled with smiles and laughter as the Walker Career Center
accepted a $10,000 grant. 3M and McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology has partnered with the Walker Career Center to earn this grant forthe last three years. “I want to thank the teachers,” Senior Program Manager of Society Engineering Manufacturing Laurie Maxson said. “If you don’t have good teachers, the project won’t go anywhere.” The $10,000 will help pay for new equipment for the Jane Pauley Dental Clinic, opening after the beginning of the year in the Walker Career Center. On August 3, Jane Pauley visited Warren Central and the Walker Career Center for the ribbon cutting ceremony
for the Dental Clinic. The ribbon cutting ceremony was to start the training for the actual opening in January. The official date will be announced second semester. “There’s a need for it,” IU student Carolyn Dundon said. “I think it’s nice to have a profession that people need you and can provide something that is of value.” The Walker Career Center will also use the money to help pay for many of their projects like Project Lead the Way and the Gateway Academy. It will also be used to fund scholarships for students, to add equipment to the classes in the Walker Career Center, to enhance the curriculum and to purchase portable laptops. “This is one of the best things that has ever happened to Warren Central and Walker Career Center,”principal Rich Shepler said.
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WALKER CAREER CENTER instructor Jim Hanson accepts a $10,000 grant given to the Walker Career Center by the 3M Corporation. This was the second year of national recognition from the SME Education Foundation’s grant program. Photo by Heather Brady
Don’t miss out on the 2012 12th man shirt!
Lets go “all out, all game, all season” and support our Warriors!!!
The Bookstore just got in a new shipment so we have all sizes from youth small to adult 3 XL. It’s only $10!
THUMBS DOWN TO allergies and illness. It sounds like a herd of dinosaurs dying with all the coughing during class.
We Think...
Thumbs
Faces in the Crowd
Opinion6 The Owl Warren Central September 14, 2012 www.wcowlnews.com
“Tumblr, because it’s like an updated version of
Instagram and Facebook. You can customize your account, see pictures,
quotes, banners and you can update statuses and
have followers.”
Madison Bermejo,freshman
New electronics policies will be for the best
THUMBS UP TO fall TV shows returning. We’re all excited for some “Once Upon a Time,” “Dexter,” “New Girl,” “Doctor Who” and “Survivor.”THUMBS UP TO Homecoming. It might have been early this year, but it was a great week, a blowout at the football game and a great dance on Saturday.
THUMBS DOWN TO the death of Neil Armstrong. God, if you’re listening, we will gladly trade you Justin Bieber and the entirety of the Kardashians to have the first man on the moon back. No, really. Take them.
THUMBS UP TO all the rain. The water ban and burn ban have been lifted, so we can officially start the bonfires.
THUMBS UP TO Jersey Shore being canceled. This needs no further explanation.
“I think Facebook is better because I think it is a lot easier to know who you are talking to or about
because most people use their actual names. Also, I think it is a great way to keep people updated on special events and also stay in touch with their
friends.”
Austin Thurston,
junior
“I like Twitter because you get to interact with your favorite celebrities better than any other
social network. Everything you post on other social networks go on Twitter too. Lastly, you get to
interact with your friends better than any other
social network.”
Krishae Nelson, senior
THUMBS DOWN TO the Colts losing 21-41 on Sunday. Apparently, Andrew Luck isn’t so lucky...THUMBS DOWN TO Michael Clarke Duncan’s death. The talent behind John Coffey in “The Green Mile” will be sorely missed.THUMBS UP TO Tennis for Turkeys.
The boys tennis team raised money for the less fortunate, and we got to see our teachers attempt to be athletic.
Fact: teens like their cell phones. Fact: teens like their iPods. Fact: teens are not allowed to use them in school. This has always been a rule for students but, this year, the school has really begun to crack down on the usage of electronics during school. No more headphones in the hallways, no more phones during passing periods. Honestly, it is a good idea. Students do not always have the best sense of when, where and how to use their electronic devices appropriately, and “better safe than sorry” is the motto of this generation’s instructors. So, to ensure that students are taking the hint, administration has made their policy on electronic usage stricter. First offence, the student is sent to the “Short Term Removal” room and by the third offense, that student will be having a meeting with the principal, parents included. However, students do not understand why rules like this are being put into effect. Listening to “Call Me Maybe” or texting their friend between classes seems pretty harmless, and, when done correctly, it is. Still, those who misuse the technology they have been so fortunate to have, ruin it for the rest of us. Things like cell phones and iPods continually cause disruptions throughout the school. They go off during class, they distract students and they are easily stolen. Also, when kids listen to their music in the hallway, the music can prevent them from hearing instructions from faculty or PA system announcements. It becomes a safety issue.
Electronics can also be used to cause trouble as students have a tendency to post information about fights, other people and things that are most likely better left private, online. Texting can also cause problems by giving students the ability to talk to each other without being in the same room, which is cool until “Fight me. Behind the bleachers. 3:00” starts showing up on peoples’ phones. The new rules, regulations and punishments for electronic usage are to prevent these types of situations from happening. The less people recording fights on their phones, the less people we have posting that footage on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. The less people we have posting, the less the problem will escalate. It’s a nice little chain like that. However, we all know that students will always have electronics with them. This is an age of technology and changes are being made to adapt every day. Though the administration has banned the use of electronics in the hall, they do make exceptions for the classroom. With their teacher’s permission, students will be allowed to use graphing calculator apps or listen to music during work time, while in class. This makes it easier on students, who will now only have to pay $2 for an app, rather than over $50 for a real graphing calculator. The new electronics policies are going to be a give and take process for everyone. Students need to learn the right time and place for using their phones and mp3 players. Once we can do that, more opportunities might be opened up to us and our newfangled technology.
THUMBS DOWN TO it being that time of year when it’s freezing outside in the morning and burning in the afternoon.
When I was asked to write an article for our prestigious newspaper The Owl, I was more than honored to be recognized as a leader in my school. I wear many hats day after day and it most certainly is not easy. Being the Executive Producer of WCTV, Vice President of Student Council, and a member of Connection Show Choir can arrange a long list of things to do. In the midst of all these responsibilities, I am no stranger to the Drama Department. I have performed in “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Guys and Dolls,” and now I have officially been cast as The Wiz in this year’s fall musical “The Wiz”. I am also a two-time Warren’s Got Talent winner. When I walk inside the building each morning, I come in with a positive attitude. Getting involved in activities at Warren has made the biggest impact on my life. Students do not realize the importance of joining clubs and making a difference in and outside of school. Looking back on my high school years, I would not change a thing. I did everything I wanted to do and more. Warren Central’s Student Council is the largest in the nation. This
year, as a StuCo officer, I was given the opportunity to go on the S.L.I. Leadership Retreat at Manchester College. There, I was given a more in depth look on the characteristics of a true leader. I have never been surrounded by so many people with the same
aspirations that I have. Being a leader is such a
wonderful person to be and everyone should want others to look up to them. Just the simple thought of knowing my
peers and teachers are watching me and
depending on me to lead the school is an amazing
responsibility. Here at Warren we have the Set a Good Example
Award given to seniors every month for doing the right thing in school. When
I found out I was the first winner of this award for the
school year, I almost cried. That award is something every single student should strive for and look forward to when their senior year arrives.
Anyone can be involved in school, but a leader goes above
and beyond the expectations. Good leaders are made, not born. If you have the desire and willpower, you can become an effective leader!
The Warren Owl is a newsmagazine published ten times a year by the Publications staff of Warren Central High School at 9500 E. Sixteenth St., Indpls., In 46229. The Warren Owl is printed by The Daily Reporter of Greenfield, IN. Advertising rates are available upon request by calling (317) 532-6252. The Warren Owl is distributed to more than 3,000 students, faculty and residents in the community. As a student written and edited high school newsmagazine, the Warren Owl will strive to perform three functions:(1) To inform its readers thoroughly and accurately of all events and issues relative to students, staff and community.(2) To provide a forum for student opinions through its editorials and letters to the Editor.(3) To entertain readers with focus and feature items. Student staff members will decide the content of each issue and will write and edit all printed material. Editorials
will reflect the views of the student staff as a whole, not necessarily the opinions of administration or faculty members. The Warren Owl encourages readers to share comments, suggestions, or complaints by submitting letters to the editor. In order to be considered for publication, letters to the editor must include author’s signature. Names can be withheld from publication only at the request of the author and approval of the editorial board. The editors reserve the right to edit letters for clarification, or for space limitation. Libelous or profane letters will not be published. The Publications staff urges all Warren Central students and staff to use the “Letters to the Editor” as a public forum in the spirit of free speech and press. The Warren Owl is a member of the NSPA, CSPA, Quill & Scroll, and the Indiana High School Press Association.
EDITORIAL POLICY
7www.wcowlnews.com September 14, 2012 Warren Central The Owl OpinionPicture This
By Allyson EdmondsWCTV Executive Producer/Student Council VP
Letter from a Leader
By Jessica GibsonMercadees’ Marvelous Things
If you asked me what my hobbies were, you would get a limited response. I don’t play sports. I don’t sing. I don’t play an instrument. I can narrow the answer to three things: Watching movies, reading and writing. Out of these three things, the last one is the one that would mean more to me than any sport I could play, any instrument I could master or any note I could hit. Anyone who knows me can tell you that I want to be a writer. I once told someone I feel as if I was born to do it. That person asked me how did I know I was born to do something. “Because if I didn’t do it, I would die,” I said. I’ve been telling stories before I could read or write. I learned to write before I learned how to read and somehow was able to transcribe my thoughts to paper despite the fact that afterwards I had forgotten what they said. After learning how to read, my whole life became books. I felt like nobody understood me better than the characters
in my storybooks. I cherished the words, the pages, the smell of ink and the covers as if they were all made of gold. The fascination of reading comes from the little gems the author has planted on each page. I can’t find a better way to describe it than the character Hector in the film “The History Boys.” “The best moments in reading are when you come across something-a thought, a feeling, a way of looking at things-that you’d thought special, particular to you. And here it is, set down by someone else, a person you’ve never met, maybe even someone long dead. And it’s as if a hand has come out and taken yours.” I moved a lot when I was younger, went to different schools and left friends. And once I got to a new school it would take me awhile to warm up to people because I was shy. I always had my books, though. “A Series of Unfortunate Events” by Lemony Snicket, “The Blue Girl” by Charles De Lint, “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak and “Abarat” by Clive Barker all had these characters that would reach out their hands to me and say, “It’s going to be okay.” Today I am 18, not moving around, not so lonely, and I wish I could go to every author who has written every book I have read and say, “Thank you for the marvelous things that helped me get through whatever it was I needed to get through.” Now it is all I want to do. It’s my dream to be able to reach out my hand to somebody and encourage him or her to take it. I have to do it because it is what my books have done for me. I hope this column will be a good start in accomplishing that. Some will probably scoff at it, but if what I write sticks in one person’s mind then that will be what glitters and is actually gold.
by mercadeeshempel editor-in-chief
2013
And here’s me thinking I could just walk across
a stage
Graduation paperwork
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The Bucket ListThe Bucket List
Since my brother moved to Manhattan a little over a year ago, I have been able to visit him twice. Between my two visits, I have gotten the full New York City experience through seeing all of the major tourist attractions, as well as the places my brother likes to frequent now that he has lived there for awhile. Of course, part of the experience is taking a taxi, and this past summer, I had to take one to and from the airport by myself--it’s just as scary as people make it out to be! Overall, I think my favorite things about the city are how diverse it is and how there is always so much to do and see, no matter the time of day or night.
During the summer of 2009, I took a trip to Europe and spent a
week in France. I went with a organization called People To People
as a student ambassador. While in France, my journeys took me
to Paris where I stayed with a Lady in her home for three days and
learned how people in Europe lived. One of the things I learned
first was that ,in Europe, showering everyday is not something they
usually do and is frowned upon . I also learned that not everyone
can afford air conditioning, which made the whole showering
situation so much worse. The food in Paris looked amazing but, call
it my western taste, the food tasted horrible. So, looks are deceiving
in Paris. My trip to Paris was unique because, during this time,
Michael Jackson died and they were having parades below the
Eiffel Tower. After making my way through the MJ fans, I climbed
my way up every step of the Eiffel tower, up and down. The lady I
was staying with even took me to the beach on the Mediterranean
Sea which was really cool because the water was clear. I learned
a lot about how Europe works and that you have a extremely high
chance of being run over by a moped . The time I spent in Paris
was probably the most memorable thing in my life.
Go to Paris!Go to Paris!
Go to New York CityGo to New York City!
Go Skydiving!My skydiving experience started off with saying bye, and giving my worried mother a hug. After that, I had to sit through getting lost and trying to get to Frankfort Municipal Airport, which was only supposed to take a half an hour. When we finally got there, I was surprised to see a lot of people like me to be “crazy” enough to jump from a height of 4,000 ft. from the sky, flying at 120 mph to earth. After a few minutes of waiting and filling out papers, it was finally time for me to start my experience. My tandem jumper didn’t even give me a warning on the edge of the plane, and out of nowhere we started flying; it was cold. I could see all the patches of farmland and all I could think was “wow.” I noticed that the air was extremely noisy and I felt it go through my fingers. Before I knew it, it was over and I greeted my uncle at the bottom, who was the first one to jump. (His skydiving experience is on Youtube.)
Photo provided by Johnny Moon
Photo provided by Analisa Bixler
-Jonathon Moon, senior
-Analisa Bixler, senior
-Miguel Ayala, senior
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After nine months of preparation (praying, studying, memorizing bible verses and asking for support) our group of eight students and five leaders flew to Jamaica in early July for a much-needed mission trip. We stayed in Trelawny territory in a rec center called “The Nutshell” with three bigger churches. Throughout the week we went to two elementary schools, a pre-school and a nursing home. Every time we showed up somewhere, the Jamaicans were so happy just to have someone to talk to. Mary Bouma, who graduated from WC last year, said it perfectly, “We make them so happy, but little do they know how happy they make us at the same time.” We also laid a foundation for an addition to a church using about nine tons of crushed brick and dirt called marl. It was difficult! After a week of hard work, we relaxed at Dunn’s River Falls. It was an honor serving the Lord. I can’t wait until my next mission trip.
In June 2010, my family and I went to Nairobi, Kenya for two
weeks. Nairobi is where the Kamba tribe (my tribe) resides. We
went to visit family and other relatives. My dad had not been back
home since he was 18, so it was very overwhelming for him to be
reunited with all of his cousins and old friends. All of my family
threw us a huge welcome party and gave us their blessings. I
stayed with my grandparents in Nairobi for a week and then we
stayed at a resort in Mombasa for a few days and later returned
to Nairobi. After a few days we went to Tsavo (Sa-vo) National
Park. Tsavo is where we went on the safari. I had the time of my
life. The animals were definitely the best part of the safari, but I
think that the fact that a lion could just jump right into the safari
van and attack us all made it so much more adventurous. I had
an amazing experience and I will NEVER forget it. This trip really
helped me appreciate how beautiful the world is. I can’t wait to
go back!!! -Lyric Gorman, junior
Safari in Africa!
Go to Jamaica!Go to Jamaica!
Safari in Africa!
To Do list: - Visit the Taj Mahal - Travel to Hawaii- Parasailing - Write a novel and publish it- Ride an elephant- Go scuba diving- Go bungee jumping! - Ride a camel
Photo provided by Lyric Gorman
Photo provided by Ivan Kimberlin
-Ivan Kimberlin, sophomore
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Aliens, beasts and revolutions...
Oh, my! Let’s watch!
With monkeys, Jersey lawyers and bromances, it is a tough choice between what shows to devote time to, but here are
the shows that we suspect will earn the ratings
Batman first appeared on May 1930 in Detective Comics #27.
Catwoman was the first villain to appear in the comics.
When playing the Joker, Cesar Romero painted over his mustache instead of just shaving it off.
Dr. Freeze’s costume weighed 75 pounds.
Tommy Lee Jones’s make up took four hours to apply for him to become Two Face.
The flag of Gotham City closely resembles the state flag of Indiana.
On February 20, 2009, “The Dark Knight” became the fourth movie to have made more than $1 billion worldwide.
Out of respect for Heath Ledger, the Joker is never once mentioned throughout “The
Dark Knight Rises.”
Michael Jackson was asked to write and perform the songs for the movie but he had to turn it down due to his concert commitments.
“Batman Begins” is the only Batman movie (both live action and animated) to celebrate Bruce Wayne’s birthday. He turns 30.
“Animal Practice” Veterinarian Dr. George Coleman is not a people person. He loves the animals but hates the pet owners. The show will star Justin Kirk, but the real star of the show will be the monkey. Crystal the Monkey will play a doctor. Yes, a doctor. It will be on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on NBC. This show premiered August 12.
“The New Normal” If you watch “Modern Family” you will fall in love with this show. The show follows a gay couple that has it all- except a baby. The couple sets out to find a surrogate mother. Ryan Murphy, the creator of “Glee” and “American Horror Story,” is the creator. The show’s cast includes Justin Bartha, Andrew Rannells and Georgia King. The series premiered on Tuesday September 11 at 9:30 on NBC.
“Revolution” What would happen if all the electricity just shut off? Will people fight over road kill and then roast it in their back yard over an open fire? Find out in the new thriller series starring JD Pardo, Billy Burke and Annie Lise Philips. Series premiere will be Monday, September 17, at 10 p.m. on NBC.
“Partners” The show stars a pair of gay/straight BFFs. Louis and Joe have a “bromance,” until Joe gets engaged. That leaves Louis with his boyfriend. Starring Michael Urie, David Krumholtz and Sophia Bush. Series premiere will be Monday, September 24, at 8 on CBS.
“The Neighbors” People are always assuming that aliens will attack the world. Well, actually in the up and coming show “The Neighbors,” the people will invade the aliens. A family moves to a neighborhood filled with aliens. Will they make it out alive? Find out in the series premiere Wednesday, September 26 at 9:30 on ABC. The show’s cast will include Lenny Venito, Simon Templeman, Jami Gertz and Toks Olagundoye. The aliens include Larry Bird, Reggie Jackson and Dick Butkus. No kidding.
“Made in Jersey” No, it is not a spin-off of “Jersey Shore.” It is a legal drama about a classy Jersey woman who is an attorney. She does her best to help her clients, deal with her colleagues and of course her unbearable family. It will star Janet Montgomery, Kyle MacLachlan and Felix Solis. The series premiere will be September 28 on CBS.
“Beauty and the Beast” If you have seen “Beastly” and watch “Teen Wolf” and “Once Upon a Time” then the new show “Beauty and the Beast” is the right show for you. It has fantasy and creepy romance. It is based on the 1987 show with the same title. This time, however, the Beast is human in the daytime and beast-like in the night. It stars Kristin Kreuk, Jay Ryan and Max Brown. The series premiere will be Thursday, October 11, at 9 p.m. on CBS.
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by dejabullock sta� writer
On February 20, 2009, “The Dark Knight” became the fourth movie to have made more than $1 billion worldwide.
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This year is for bookish word lovers as best sellers are li�ed o� the page to the big screen
“The Hobbit” by J.R.R TokienRelease Date: December 14
Lovers of “Lord of the Rings,” this one is for you. Directed by Peter Jackson, “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is only the first part of an upcoming “Hobbit” trilogy. In this film, hobbit Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) makes his way to the Lonely Mountain with a group of Dwarves to reclaim stolen treasure from Smaug the dragon (Benedict Cumberbatch.) Fans will recognize familiar faces in this film as well. Ian McKellen (Gandalf the Grey,) Andy Serkis (Gollum,) Hugo Weaving (Elrond,) Elijiah Wood (Frodo,) Orlando Bloom (Legolas) and more all reprise their roles in this installment. No matter how long the wait, hobbit lovers will be prepared for their precious to hit theaters.
“The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott FitzgeraldRelease Date: Summer 2013
“The Great Gatsby” is an American classic and has been cherished since it was first published in 1925. Nick Carraway is the sarcastic yet sensitive narrator of the novel. His beautiful cousin Daisy is stuck-up. Her husband Tom is no better. His girlfriend Jordan is shady and secretive. Nick is really the best person he knows until he meets Jay Gatsby, his mysterious neighbor.
Only known for his elaborate parties, Gatsby is a mystery. Nick finds a friend in him, though, and as they get to know each other more, Nick realizes the affections his neighbor has for Daisy. Leonardo DiCaprio plays Gatsby with Tobey Maguire
as Nick. Daisy is played by Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton is Tom. This is the fourth
time “Gatbsy” has been adapted for the big screen, and it is not too far of a
stretch to think that this may potentially be the best.
“The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” by Suzanne Collins
Release Date: November 13, 2013 This year, there was not a movie more talked about than “The Hunger Games.” What was once a book series known to a select few exploded into a fiction phenomenon. Now all fans can talk about is when the sequel “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” is coming out. “Catching Fire” takes place a few months after (spoiler alert!) Katinss and Peeta win the Hunger Games. Next up is the Quarter Quell, a competition between all the winners of the Hunger Games from each district. Because Katniss is the only District 12 girl who has ever won, she finds herself right back in the arena, and with Snow placing a target on her back, the stakes are even higher than before. Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth have signed on to reprise their roles. Joining them is Jena Malone as Johanna Mason, Philip Seymour Hoffman as Plutarch and Sam Claflin as Finnick. Gary Ross did not sign on to be the director of “Catching Fire,” but Francis Lawrence, director of “I Am Legend,” will have the responsibility in his hands. Although more than a year away, it is safe to say the world will be watching.
If there is anything better than movies, it is the movie trailers. Sitting and critiquing the upcoming releases, it is the one time everybody can be Roger Ebert. Then one specific trailer comes on. This great music is playing, the characters come on screen and for some reason they seem so familiar.
It hits you when the film’s name comes on the screen, and your heart leaps to your throat because your favorite book finally has a movie adaptation! Cue fangirl/fanboy moment. This is the feeling most bookworms had over the summer with the premiere of trailers for “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” “Breaking Dawn,” “The Hobbit” and more. These are the films readers should be anticipating for the next year.
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen ChboskyRelease Date: September 21
For those who desperately want “The Catcher in the Rye” to be a film, this is the next best thing. “Perks” is about a misfit high school freshman who goes by “Charlie.” In the book, Charlie, lonely and scared of high school, writes to an anonymous person about his aunt Helen, his friend Michael who recently killed himself and mostly about his two outrageous friends Patrick and Sam. Patrick and Sam are stepbrother and sister and show Charlie how to feel infinite and the perks of being a wallflower. Logan Lerman plays Charlie. Ezra Miller and Emma Watson play Patrick and Sam. Other stars include Nina Dobrev as Charlie’s sister and Paul Rudd as Bill, Charlie’s English teacher and first friend. With a pitch perfect cast, a familiar yet engrossing plot and a quirky cast of characters, anyone can tell just from the trailer that “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” is going to be the movie that really stands out this year.
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MonthSeason Statistics: 8 games played, 9 goals scored, 17 shots on goal, 2 assists
Video scoreboard brings new view to Warrior Stadium For the past decade Warren Central football has established itself as not only one of the best teams in the state, but as one of the best teams in the nation. War ren has won f ive st a te championships and has produced many Division One college football prospects. Every Friday night in fall, fans pack the stands to watch the team dominate and perform dazzling plays that many wish they could see over and over again. The only problem was the scoreboard did not have a video monitor to show all of this. That has changed. On the night of the Homecoming game against Lawrence North, Warren unveiled its new state-of-the-art video scoreboard. The first score it featured was a 66-7 home win. Warren is only the third school in the state to have this kind of scoreboard. The other schools are Valparaiso and Center Grove. “In 10 years this is going to become the norm,” Athletic Director Marcus Clayton said. The project started a year ago through Daktronics, which does all of the scoreboards in the state’s college stadiums such as IU and Purdue as well as Lucas Oil Stadium. “We’ve been trying to stay a step ahead of some of the challenges out there in high school athletic departments,” Clayton said. “What we are trying to do is stay ahead and forecast for that rainy day.” The $50,000 project is paid entirely by sponsorships and donations and does not use any district or tax money.
Sponsors include Harrison College, Adidas, Blossom Chevrolet, Hardees, and Community Hospital who all gave five-year commitments. With these commitments, the basis of the project is to pay for it over the five-year period. Instead of posting sponsors outside of the stadium just like what has always been done, this new scoreboard features the sponsors on it. “Once we get through the initial five year period then you’re looking at $50,000 to $100,000 per year coming back to the athletics, TV departments as well as projects and renovations to the school,” Clayton said. A “fan-cam” will be displayed throughout the games on the screen, just like a professional or college game. Fans will be able to see themselves and show off their school pride. Also, during the games, businesses can promote and sell their products on the screen. “Businesses get a bang for their buck through this,” Clayton said. The scoreboard does not just have an entertainment value, but it also has an educational value. On game nights, students from the TV department will run the scoreboard. “This will help students develop job skills during the games that they can use right out of high school,” Clayton said. With a new scoreboard, fans and students will all have something new to look forward to every Friday night this fall. “We are trying to stay ahead of the game, not from an entertainment standpoint, but to support our student athletes,” Clayton said.
“We’re all working really hard, and this season is going fantastic.”
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Coming into the season, it was no secret the girls soccer team was going to be one of the best in the state. They returned eight starters from a team that finished second in a tough conference, won a sectional title, and won 14 total games in 2011. But before the highly-anticipated season even got off the ground, the girls took a big blow. Just days before the ladies’ first game, senior goalkeeper Kelsie Williams went down with a knee injury, leaving a hole in the team’s projected starting lineup. But just as they did last year, the girls scratched and clawed, and were resilient. The first two tests of the year weren’t very challenging. The team dominated both Greenfield Central, and Roncalli, outscoring the two squads 8-2 to start the season off on a positive note. The next test however, would not be as easy. A ranked Westfield team came to the eastside on August 20th to compete in what would be a nasty, physical game. The Warriors fought their way to a 3-2 lead, but let it slip away in the last ten minutes. The 3-4 loss was a heart-breaker, but not a demoralizer.
The team was right back at it two days later against another ranked foe. That foe was the New Palestine Dragons. On this night, one of the teams many talented goal-scorers carried the team. Sophomore Alessandra Fistrovic scored all four of the team’s goals en route to a big 4-2 victory. The ladies followed that up with an easy 3-0 win over Lawrence North, setting up the biggest match of the year against top-ranked Carmel. The Warriors held off the Greyhounds as long as they could, but Carmel broke through in the 55th minute, and scored again shortly after to drop Warren, 0-2. Despite two tough losses to two tough teams early in the season, the girls have a lot of positives to take out of the first part of their season. Fistrovic has scored eight goals to the lead the team, and fellow sophomore Kaitlyn Wells has scored four as well. The defense, along with junior goalkeeper Addie Runkel, has been fantastic. The girls are allowing just over a goal a game. And after a Carmel loss to Terre Haute South, the MIC title is in reach. So despite some adversity early in the season, the girls soccer team is in prime position to make a run at their first ever state title.
Boys soccer Boys tennis
FALL SPORTS UPDATE
The boys started off their season against Noblesville. They were not able to pull out the win as they lost 5-0. In their next match, the team took on Heritage Christian. They again could not pullout the win as they lost 4-1. Junior Riley Dewing was the lone winner as he won his 2 singles match with scores of 7-5, 7-5. The final opponent of the three game home stand was Pike. This match was much closer than the previous two, but Pike was able to pick up the win with a score of 3-2. After another tough loss the team headed to Southport looking for their first win of the season. This time they were able to get the win with a score of 4-1. Hoping to build momentum off the big win, the team headed traveled to Cathedral and Perry Meridian. The team was not able to get a win at either sites as they lost with scores of 5-0. After the tough losses the boys headed back home for the Warrior Invite. Out of the eight teams there, the boys finished sixth. The team hoped to improve their record in their next home meet as they took on Scecina. They were able to beat the Crusaders with a score of 4-1.
The boys soccer team kicked off the season in pursuit of another Sectional title.
After their first game against Greenfield Central was rained out, the team started their season off against Park Tudor. The team led for most of the game 2-1 with goals by junior Gaston Pondal and sophomore Hamed Sidibe. However with eight seconds left, Park Tudor was able to score the game-tying goal off of a free kick and the game ended in a 2-2 draw.
In their next two games, the boys took on Mt. Vernon and Carmel. The Mt. Vernon game ended in a 1-0 loss. Carmel beat the boys 5-0.
Looking to bounce back from the two tough losses, the boys took on Cardinal Ritter at home. From the start, the boys were able to take control of the game and won the game 4-0. Sidibe scored
one goal in the game and Pondal contributed with three goals. Their next two games would be against MIC rivals Center Grove and North Central. In the Center Grove game, the team took a tough 1-0 loss. Against North Central, the boys had a 1-0 lead going into halftime after a penalty kick by Pondal. They boys were not able to keep the lead in the second half however, as North Central won the game with a score of 1-7. Another MIC opponent was in the team’s sights as they took on Ben Davis. Ben Davis had a 2-0 lead going into halftime and scored an early goal in the second half. However, after two penalty kicks scored by senior Jose Gomez and another goal by junior Luis McDonald, the boys were able to tie the game up at 3-3 and that is how the game would end.
JUNIOR AMELIA CARNEY passes the ball past an opponent during the girl’s senior day game against Franklin Central. Carney scored the �rst goal of the game as the team went on to win 2-0.
SENIOR ELLIOT DANT serves the ball during the “Tennis for Turkeys” event on September 5. The team, along with numerous faculty members raised over one thousand dollars to help feed hungry families during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Boys XC:
Girls XC:
Boys Soccer: 2-4-2Next game: 9/15 @Bishop Chatard
Girls Soccer: 6-2Next game: 9/15 @Bishop Chatard
Golf:Sectionals are 9/14 @Southern Dunes
Tennis: 2-6Next match @Ben Davis (MIC)
Football: 2-2Next game: 9/14 @North Central
Volleyball: 5-6Next Game: 9/15 Warrior Invite
Next Meet: Flash Rock Invite @ Northwest Christian Church
Next Meet: Flash Rock Invite @ Northwest Christian Church
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Girls continue as one of the best in state
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by petarhood sports editor
There is no doubt that athletics are a big deal here at Warren Central High School.
But often times we overlook the responsibilities the student-athletes have. They must be able to not only to pull their weight on the fields and courts, but off of them as well. From Athletic Director Marques Clayton and his staff, all the way down to the coaches and the athletic tutors, academic improvement each year is a must.
From 2008-09 to 2011-12, the days that after school tutoring was available increased, as did the performance in the classroom. Athletes went from 67% above a 2.0 to 86% above that. Also, over the past few years, student athletes have been passing their English and Math End of Course Assessment tests at a much better rate than the general population of the school. And last year, 99% of class of 2012 student athletes earned their diplomas.
These numbers, along with many more, are crunched by math department chair Jennifer Jensen. Jensen is a part of Clayton’s “team” that is helping to not only keep the student athletes eligible, but to make them the top academic performers in the school.
“It starts with academic excellence,” Clayton said, as he described the three pillars of the athletic department.
Jensen, along with Tracey Bush, Matt Cleby,
Betsy Rigby, and Georgia Watson sacrifice their time before and after school to get the athletes the help they need in various subjects. Bush concentrates on English, while Cleby and Rigby deal with math, and Watson helps with science.
“I enjoy working with the athletes because I feel like they sacrifice a lot of their time for the school,” Bush said. When Clayton took over as AD, athletic tutoring was only available two times a week. Now, it is offered eight times a week: Monday through Thursday, before and after school. Clayton and his tutors, using the data they obtain at the end of each semester, gear their help towards athletes’ shortcomings. “We use that data to improve our services,” Clayton said. “We track all
student athlete failures.” For example, last year, 48 student-athletes failed a math class, and 32 failed science classes. So in response to that, Clayton brought in two more math tutors, as well as a science tutor for this year. Targeting failures in specific subjects is key in academic progress. “We go through and we look at that, and we say, ‘what can we do from a tutoring standpoint to provide the necessary support,” Clayton said. For Clayton and his team though, the improvement is well-documented, but they aren’t done yet. “Now we want them to do more than pass; we want them to excel,” Bush said.
After losing many seniors from last year, the volleyball team started off the season with an almost entirely new group. The girls started off their season at home against Franklin Central. After the first two sets, the girls were down 2-0, but were able to extend the game after winning the third set 25-20. In the fourth set, Franklin Central was able to put the game away with a score of 26-24. In their first away game of the season, the girls took on Park Tudor hoping to avenge their first loss. The first game, the girls easily won with a score of 25-16. With a score of 25-17 in the second set, the girls were able to put the game away. Returning home for their next three games, the girls took on Pendleton Heights, Lawrence Central and Cardinal Ritter. In their first match, the girls lost 2-1 in three tough sets to Pendleton Heights. However, against Lawrence Central, the team won in straight sets. Ritter was the girl’s last game of the home stand. Going into the third set, the teams were tied at one game apiece following two very close games. In the third set, the team was able to pullout the close win with a score of 25-27. The team took to the road for their next three games. In their first game, they lost to a tough Silver Creek team. Their next game against Lawrence North would be the team’s first conference game of the year. The game went the distance as both teams won two sets apiece, forcing the game to go into the fifth and final set. In the end, the girl’s were able to pullout the win with a score of 15-9. In their last game of the road trip, the girls lost in straight
sets to Roncalli. Their next two games against Westfield and Lawrence North resulted in the same 3-0 loss. Hoping to end the three game skid, the girls returned home to take on Southport. After the first three sets, the girls had a 2-1 lead and were looking to put the game away in the fourth. They were able to do this, as they were able to come out with a close score of 25-22.
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Athletic tutors help student athletes excel
Young volleyball team looks for identity early in the season
“I enjoy working with
the athletes, because I
feel like they sacri�ce
a lot of their time for
the school”
-Athletic Tutor Tracey Bush
Girls Golf The girls golf team has finished up their regular season, and they are now gearing up for the postseason. Senior Cayla Clifford, and juniors Rachel Snyder and Sarah Stephens have been the top golfers on the team all season long. They finished third out of 16 teams in the Marion County Tournament, and recently finished second out of three times against Center Grove and North Central. Sectional play will begin for them today at 8 AM at South Dunes Golf Course.
by petarhood sports editor
THE TEAM GATHERS together just seconds before an early season match against the West�eld Shamrocks. The Warriors, led by senior All-American Casey Clark are sitting at 5-6, and are preparing for the Warrior Invite, which will take place this Saturday at the Warrior Arena.
JUNIOR CIERRA COUCH serves the ball during the team’s �rst match of the year, against Franklin Central. The ladies went on to lose the match to a tough Flashes team in four sets.
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Strasburg: Ace in the hole...
Literally Okay, so let me get this straight.You haven’t made the playoffs in 31 years?
Just three years ago, you drafted perhaps the best pitching prospect to dawn a major league uniform in the last century? And now that you are in a position to win a world series with that man as your ace, you are telling him he will not be allowed to pitch when the games really start to matter?
Makes perfect sense if you are the Washington Nationals front office. Before the 2012 season began, the Nats announced that young phenom Stephen Strasburg, who was coming off Tommy John surgery, would not be allowed to pitch all the way through September. Little did they know then, that their young team would be playing through September and into the fall nights.
Yes, no one, not even the Nationals, expected the Nationals to be the best team in baseball this year. But it’s September 14, and they are. So, why shut down the best pitcher on your staff?
I could understand sitting him down for the rest of the season if you’re a team, like the Nationals usually are, that’s out of contention late in the season. But this is a squad that has a legitimate chance to bring home the first world series title in franchise history. And you’re dealing with a pitcher who has been perhaps the best in the bigs all year long.
The Nationals’ front office argues they’re doing it to protect him and his arm. But what exactly are you saving him for? Who knows if this franchise will ever get this chance again?
And health shouldn’t be an issue here either. Sure, if you let him pitch the entirety of this season and the playoffs, that right arm of his might be a little sore in November. But if you ask Strasburg, I’m sure he would tell you a World Series ring is worth a little pain. It’s not a head, neck, or back. Pitching him through the rest of the year would not shorten his life span.
I think the Nationals have the right mind set when it comes to Stasburg. They want to protect their prize possession, and why shouldn’t they? But by not allowing him to pitch in the postseason, they’re making a huge disservice to him, the franchise, and their fans. If the Nationals don’t win it all this year, a lot of second-guessing will be done in DC, and with good reason.
I think Strasburg himself said it best though:“I don’t think I’ll ever fully understand it.”
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Cross country teams place well in big meets as they head towards �nish line for regular season
The boys and girls cross country teams are both experiencing many changes this year, but that has not stopped their success. Although, the girls lost five seniors and are considered a very young team, they have still finished well in many of their races. In the Arabian Round-Up at Pendleton Heights High School the team did not come out with an outcome as they had hoped, but Hope Jones finished. “It was our first race, but many other teams who competed had already had two or three races,” junior Diana Hancock said. “We finished pretty well for not being warmed up to racing yet.” At Harrison High School they got 15 out of 25 teams. Jones led the way with a 12 place finish. Their next meet will be September 22 at Culver Academy. For the boys and their new coaching staff, there season has been off to a good start, getting better and better each race they have completed. At the Harrison Invitational, the boys finished in eighth place, and have done nothing but improve. They raced at Moconaquah High School on September 8 and came away with a second place finish. “Our season is going well,” junior Lee Justice said. “We are on course with where we want to be, but there is always room for improvement.” Their next meet will be Saturday September 15 at the Flash Rock Invitational.
Football team in mid-season form
The football team came into the 2012 seasons with high expectations, as usual. But a tough early season schedule, and a relatively inexperienced team have made it hard to live up to expectations early on. They began their season against a ranked Merrillville team on the west side of downtown Indianapolis, inside of Lucas Oil Stadium. Coming in, the program had never lost in a professional stadium, and that didn’t change. Senior Cantrell Andrews and junior Katrell Moss put the game away in the second half with interception-returns-for-touchdowns. The final score was 35-7. The next week, the Irish came calling as the Warriors hosted two-time defending 4A state champions Cathedral. In a game that featured a combined 14 punts, Cathedral outlasted Warren to win the game 14-7. The Cathedral game was no doubt an offensive struggle for the boys, but just six days later, the floodgates would open. The team hosted the Lawrence North Wildcats on Homecoming
weekend, and it was clear from the beginning, the Warriors were going to take their frustration out on the Wildcats. The offense had put up 66 points by halftime, and the defense didn’t allow a first down until midway through the third quarter. The final count was 66-7.
The dominant performance set up a clash between the second-ranked Ben Davis Giants and the Warriors. The arch rivals played one of the craziest, most bizarre game in the rivalry’s long history. Warren went ahead on a Max Hernandez field goal early in the third quarter, and led 3-0 up until the final minute of the game. Ben Davis kicked a field goal to tie it with 58 seconds left, forced a quick three-and-out, and then kicked another field goal with seven seconds left to secure the win.
It’s no secret the team has struggled offensively early on in the season, but one bright spot has been junior receiver Darius Lee. Lee leads the team in receiving, and is third in rushing. He also leads the team in touchdowns scored with five.
Their next game will be their first true road game as they travel to North Central on September 14.
SENIOR JOHN WERT leads the pack in one team’s few home meets. Wert is one of the many senior leaders on the team. Photo by Joe Spears
SENIOR QUARTERBACK ANTHONY Cooper Taylor scrambles out of the pocket during team’s �rst game against Merrillville at Lucas Oil Stadium. The team went on to win 35-7 and Taylor went on to throw for 135 yards and two touchdowns as well as rushing for 26 yards.
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SENIOR RECEIVER GLYNN Hill cuts back up the �eld on a 44-yard reception during a game against Cathedral. Hill’s reception would lead to a touchdown run by junior quarterback Je� George, but the team would go on to lose the game Photo by Cayla Cli�ord
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What it means to be a true WarriorStudent athletes step up and compete for more than just the name on their jersey
Most days, Carmel High School is one of Warren Central’s biggest rivals. But during some special events, both teams compete together to play
against one cause. In a normal game, all the players go out to become the winner, but during special awareness events, both teams work together, and the amount of money raised means more than what the scoreboard reads. The volleyball team has hosted a “Pink the House Night” for the last fi ve years. The team suits up in special pink jerseys and takes the court against Carmel High School, who also contributes to the cause.“We played Carmel for this event last year, and they helped with our fundraising efforts,” Head Coach Dan Hagist said. When Mr. Marques Clayton took offi ce as athletic director, he began requiring at least one service project a year. When the volleyball team was trying to come up with an idea, they bounced several ideas around, but the breast cancer awareness one seemed to be the best. It has proven itself very successful. “This event has grown every year,” Hagist said. “We have raised over $5,000 for the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation.” Susan G. Komen F or The Cure Foundation is a non-profi t organization that was started in honor of Susan G. Komen. It is the most successful breast cancer awareness organization in our nation hosting many events such as Race for the Cure. This season, the volleyball team will once again be selling shirts and will take on Carmel High School on October 2. Another team participating in a breast cancer awareness game will be the football team. They are hosting Terre Haute South on October 5 and have been given the opportunity to be a part of something very special. The football team will be one of only 10 high schools in the nation to receive special Adidas pink jerseys
customized for the team.
Junior football player Drew Hamilton knows the hardship and frustration that goes into having a family member diagnosed with breast cancer. He sees the true meaning of a Warrior behind the fi ght for breast cancer and fi nds taking the fi eld in honor of these true Warriors is something very special to him. “I will be honored to show my support in all pink attire as a Warren Central football player,” Hamilton said. “My battle as a football player may end, but someone diagnosed with breast cancer may have a battle for a lifetime.” The softball team hosted an event to raise awareness for a different, important cause. Last spring the girls took on Pike High School to defeat Autism. This game went beyond just being a game, the team hosted bake sales, decorated the bleachers, and made sure they had plenty of support behind them. Assistant Principal Nancy Campbell knows the importance of raising autism awareness. Everyday she goes home and faces the adversity of raising an autistic son who means the world to her. “The girls really seemed to take interest in this event, and there was a good crowd” Campbell said of last years event. “Everybody from parents to students, to students with disabilities came and showed support for the cause.” Community service is one of the great lessons taught to the many student athletes at Warren Central. Many students taking part in an awareness game makes them feel like they have truly contributed. For the boys soccer team, Relay for Life made their game against Cardinal Ritter more important than just getting a win. “Relay for Life gave us a reason to win, and to know our time and effort was going to a great cause means the world to the boys soccer team,” senior captain Austin Abbett said. Clayton has been a big activist for the awareness games and hopes to see them continue to grow each year. “Every team is required to do one service project a year, and some teams have gone above and beyond,” Clayton said.
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FORMER PLAYER NICOLE Thompson prepares to serve the ball in the girls Pink the House Night.
Photo by Alex Martens
MS. BRITTNEY DEBESSE hits the ball across the tennis court during the � rst annual Tennis for Turkeys event. The team and faculty helped raise money to help buy turkeys for families this Thanksgiving.
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