33 Things - October 2010

Speakertriplets

“Best part about being a triplet is that you always

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1. AnnA MIller: “I want people to be able to relate to my songs.”2. CloSe CAll: “We started throwing a set together and it just clicked.”3. SpeAker TrIpleTS: “You’re not alone there’s always someone to do things with.”4. ABBIe ToDD: “I knew two ladies who recently died early this year from breast cancer and I thought it would be a memorable topic.”

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Russian born

At nine-years-old most people are enrolled into third grade. Freshman Olga Lazko was moving to America.

“I lived in Russia until I was nine years old,” Lazko said. “I moved to the United States because my mom married my step-dad. They had met in Russia and then got married.”

Lazko noticed many differences between the United States and Russia.

“The biggest difference is easily the people, they are much smaller,” Lazko said.

She did not notice any differences between her and others.

“Some people find it really weird when they find out about it, but I am pretty used to it by now,” Lazko said.

Lazko has made friends easily during the transition. One friend she met this year was freshman Lexi Branch.

“She is a really likeable person and has a great sense of humor,” Branch said. “Everyone gravitates towards her.”

Although Lazko had friends and family still in Russia she did not plan to go back.

“I have gone back a couple of times to visit relatives and friends but I really don’t think I will go back when I am older. It would be so hard to have to re-learn everything, especially learning how to re-read and re-write (Russian),” Lazko said.

Lazko enjoyed the opportunities she had from living in the United States.

“I definitely like it here and have friends and other activities I enjoy doing in the United States.”

by Emily Wasson and Megan Peterson

Freshman Olga Lazko did not always live in the U.S.


Freshman Olga Lazko sits in front of North High School. She was originally from Russia and moved to Columbus when she was nine years old. Lazko enjoyed visiting Russia but does not want to move back.

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A person all his own

Straight, curly, wavy, buzzed. All kinds of hairstyles are seen in the hallway at school. But wait, who is the kid with the

dreads? It is senior Caden McGaha.“I’ve wanted dreads since eighth grade,” McGaha said. “I

asked my parents and they shot it down. Weeks before I turned eighteen I did research on dreads out of respect and I asked for permission again from my mom.”

Social studies teacher and wrestling coach Dan Marsh finds him very spirited.

“He’s outgoing, intelligent [and] talkative,” Mr. Marsh said. “The easiest way to put it is [he is] like the Energizer Bunny.”

In addition to an abundance of energy, McGaha has a great sense of humor.

“Everything makes me laugh,” McGaha said. “Really dry comedy, stupid comedy, the way people interact with each other, freshmen.”

However, there is one thing that he does not find funny.“Ignorance,” McGaha said. “I think people should want to

learn things. I feel like the more you learn the better you can be.”

McGaha has his own opinions about life. He is not afraid to go against the crowd when he feels strongly about something.

“I don’t have Facebook,” McGaha said. “It’s not an important thing to have. If you want to talk to someone, talk to them. If you want to hang out with someone show up at their house.”

McGaha also has very strong morals. His friends sometimes poke fun at him for it, but he stands his ground.

“I hang out with your average high school guys,” McGaha said. “When they want to go do something sometimes I’ll be like ‘guys we shouldn’t do this’.”

Senior Justin Aimers is a close friend of McGaha.“He’s always in a good mood and he’s just a good friend,”

Aimers said. “He’s very honest and trustworthy.” In addition to McGaha’s other unique habits, he has taken

up eating organic foods.“I try to eat as natural as I can,” McGaha said. “Eating

organic doesn’t play into fat or calorie content. It has to do with pesticides, chemicals and hormones.”

McGaha has a plan for after high school“I’m going to major in foreign language and study abroad,”

McGaha said. “I’ve been invited to Puerto Rico over the summer. While I’m down there I’m going to look into different things.”

McGaha plans to major in the Spanish language, but he is interested in learning others as well.

“I’d like to learn three languages,” McGaha said. “I’d like to learn Swahili and I think I’d like to learn Arabic because when they talk it sounds really beautiful.”

McGaha tries to keep a positive outlook on life.“I’d say if I had to have a motto it would be don’t worry so

much,” McGaha said. “A plane could go through that window at any second, and with things like that you can’t worry about every little thing. There are so many other little things to enjoy.”

by Megan Peterson

Senior Caden McGaha is not afraid to be his own person and stand out from the crowd

Senior Caden McGaha shows off his unique personality and hairstyle. He got dreads on June 13 after he wanted them for years. He also tried to always have his own opinions about things.photo by Ellen Pheral

Anime is like telling a story but you can actually see what

you’re trying to read,” Eldridge said. “I really like creative imagery that you can see.”

Eldridge learned about anime when she was little, and enjoyed it from the first time she watched it.

“When I was little I was first introduced to anime by a friend. After that I really got into anime and then drawing later,” Eldridge said.

Eldridge joined Anime Club her freshman year, now she is the president of the club.

“I became president because I can easily provide what we watch.” Eldridge said. “We basically want to introduce people to the Japanese style.”

Although Eldridge had the added responsibility of being the president, she still was able to relate to other members.

“She does anything anyone else does,” junior Olivia Stout said.

“Throw out ideas, organize things and if the teacher isn’t here she’s in charge of what we do and how we behave.”

Along with enjoying anime, Eldridge also enjoys drawing.

“I usually draw anything that comes to my mind. I try to draw it the best I can,” Eldridge said. “My friend is writing a script and I am drawing the pictures for her.”

To keep up with her love of the Japanese lifestyle, Eldridge is in Japanese 3.

“Lauren works very hard and pays attention. She listens and is enthusiastic,” Japanese teacher Elizabeth Bays said.

Eldridge’s lifestyle was changed by Japanese. It wasn’t just a language, but it was a way of life for her.

“I’ll probably keep going with Japanese and always keep up with anime. Drawing will be a hobby, not a profession,” Eldridge said.

by Ellen Pheral

Being a Mormon affected every aspect of sophomore Dallin Hinckley’s life.“As a Mormon we believe that you shouldn’t cuss and so I thought that

should apply to what I read as well as everything else.”The choices he made were founded in his religion.“I chose not to read one of my summer reading books, The Things They

Carried, because it was against my moral standards.”English Teacher, Kelley Culp was okay with Hinckley’s decision to not read

the book.“He had to read a different book,” Mrs. Culp said. Despite Hinckley being given The Martian Chronicles as an alternative

reading he didn’t feel as if it affected his English class.“So far, this decision hasn’t affected anything yet except that I didn’t have to

do a section of the summer reading test. Most likely I will end up having to do an alternative test anyway.”

However, Hinckley had not always been sure whether he would participate in his summer reading assignment.

“I had heard that the book had a lot of language but I had still originally planned to see how bad it really was first.”

Although Hinckley has other Mormon friends, he was the only one who chose not to read the book.

“None of my other Mormon friends have decided to not read the book, but a lot of them thought it was a good idea.”

Sophomore Drew Hill, a friend of Hinckley’s, was one who thought it was a good idea.

“I think it’s cool,” Hill said, “He’s sticking up for what he thinks is right.”Hinckley wanted to do what he thought was right.“I wanted to stand up for what I believe in since I hold my religion at the

highest part of my life.”by Emily Wasson and Megan Peterson

Drawn to anime Junior Lauren Eldridge has been affected by anime

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Religious reading Sophomore Dallin Hinckley could not do his summer reading



Junior Lauren Eldridge sits on a chair at her house. She worked on her drawing. One of her passions is drawing.

Sophomore Dallin Hinckley relaxes on his couch and reads. He was unable to read one of the summer reading books and had to read The Martian Chronicles as an alternative.

Putting life into lyrics

Creative lyrics? Check. Great instrumental? Check. A beautiful singing voice? Check. Talent and determination? Check. These traits account for

the makings of a singer/songwriter, and junior Anna Miller has them all.Miller enjoys writing music in her free time. It is a hobby she has stuck with

for many years. “I’ve been writing since I was 13, so for about three to fours years now,”

Miller said. “I was in choirs since I was little and I’ve taken voice lessons for one year.”

In addition to singing, Miller plays the guitar, piano and violin.“My sister played piano,” Miller said. “I always heard her practicing. I didn’t

play but I wanted to try. One day I went over to the piano and just started playing what I thought sounded good. Guitar was the same way. My dad taught me to read a chord chart. Then violin I started taking lessons for nine years ago.”

She has a process that she goes through for each song that she writes.“I write the piano or guitar first. Then I put it to a melody or lyrics second

or add a violin track,” Miller said.Miller’s songs do not all take the same shape.“Most of them do (have lyrics),” Miller said. “I have a few songs with just

piano and some with piano and violin.Junior Macy Albright, who is a good friend of Miller, is also a big fan of her

music.“The first time I heard her sing and play I started crying because it was so

beautiful,” Albright said. “Her music is very honest and the words are about things that speak to your heart. I love that she writes her own music because she gets to express herself and it relates to other people.”

Miller has played her songs publicly and put her creations out there.“I have played at different places like churches, Music House Café in

Seymour, weddings, the fair. I have recorded on iTunes, and I usually play new songs for my friends,” Miller said.

She carries a mini Bible with her and has a favorite verse, Matthew 6:25-30. Her religious attitude has an effect on her music as well.

“Sometimes I’ll write Christian music. Sometimes even if it’s not a Christian song, it can be taken with that meaning,” Miller said. “Music I write has no foul language and it’s not going to have dirty meaning in it.”

Miller is sometimes afraid of people not liking her music, but she keeps her chin up.

“I would hope they would like my music, but I just have to be open to it and know that people don’t like all styles of music,” Miller said. “If I want to be heard then I need to be open to the fact that some people aren’t going to like it.”

There are certain things Miller hopes to achieve through her music.“I want people to be able to relate to my songs,” Miller said.Her mother, Angela Miller, is very proud of her daughter’s accomplishments.“It is a God given talent. I don’t even understand how it happened,” Mrs.

Miller said. “It’s almost like every song is a miracle, it just comes to her.”Miller is unsure about how music will play into her future.“I haven’t decided,” Miller said. “It would be awesome to be a singer/

songwriter. It depends on how my music goes, where it leads.”by Megan Peterson

“You make this song worth while as I’m singing to an

empty crowd and I can’t find the words to describe you’re

perfect... smile.”

“I simply have no choice but to fall helplessly over your sweet voice and I rest comforted in the gentleness beneath your

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A “Perfect” Breakdown of Lyrics

This is meant to be a play on

words saying both “you’re perfect”

and “your perfect smile.”

I originally wrote “I can’t find the words

to describe I’m hypnotized” but my

voice teacher advised me to avoid cliches and to add deeper

meaning.

Junior Anna Miller plays three instru-ments, sings and writes music


Junior Anna Miller plays the guitar in front of her piano. She has been writing songs since she was 13. She taught herself to play guitar and piano.

From the time she was in eighth grade senior Rachel Ozols knew singing was what she always wanted to do.

“At that point I had been taking voice lessons for three years and I loved it,” Ozols said. “I sing opera and also take voice lessons in regular music.”

Over the summer Ozols decided to take her dedication to music to the next level.

“Last summer I attended Interlochien Arts Camp in Traverse City, Mich.,” Ozols said.

Ozols knew attending the Interlochien Arts Camp was an opportunity of a lifetime.

“I was so excited when I was accepted because they only allow the best kids in the country to be a part of it,” Ozols said.

She experienced the camp with her friend, senior Allie Halstead, the summer of their freshman year for the first time.

“I heard about the camp from my mom who was raised in northern Michigan,” Halstead said. “Interlochien is a completely immersing experience that tests your drive and dedication. Being separated from the real world for a few weeks is not an opportunity that comes along very often.”

The camp was very hectic and strict but rewarding for Ozols.“We woke up early every morning and had to wear a uniform,

but it was all worth it to me to gain the experience,” Ozols said.Ozols knew the camp would help with her future.“This experience has been good for my career choice because

I plan to go to school in Ithaca, New York to major in vocal performance. It was well worth all of the effort.”

by Emily Wasson and Katee Holman

Singing sensationSenior Rachel Ozols made the most of her summer


Senior Rachel Ozols sits in front of the school. She has known that she wanted to sing since the eighth grade. This past summer she attended a singing camp.

Taking a chanceFreshman Shea Fox knew he would have

a hard time being a cheerleader, but he took on the challenge.

“I get made fun of a lot,” Fox said. “Now I just ignore it and walk away.”

Fox has done gymnastics for seven years but just recently joined cheerleading.

“I knew I wanted to do cheerleading ever since sixth grade,” Fox said.

Fox knew it would be difficult at school if he joined in elementary so he waited until high school. Kids continue to tease Shea before they get to know him.

“It’s made me a better person and helped me learn how to deal with people,” Fox said.

Fox doesn’t let other people change his mind about the sport he loves as he makes

plans for his future. “I want to do cheer in college for the

University of California,” Fox said. “I know a lot of people there and they have a really good team.”

Senior Hil`ary Owens, another cheer-leader realizes Fox is doing more than just cheering.

“I feel like it shows that Shea doesn’t care what other people think,” Owens said. “He will fight for what he believes in.”

Cheer has become a big part of Shea’s life. It sometimes causes bullying, however he refuses to give up.

“He is always really positive about everything,” Shelby Newkirk said. “He’s a really big motivator.”

by Laurel Wolfe

Freshman Shea Fox takes on the challenge to live his dream

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Freshman Shea Fox practices his cheerleading routines. He joined the team this year to try out something new. “I knew I wanted to do cheerleading ever since sixth grade,” Fox said.

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how they became a band: It was a competition through church but it changed into a permanent thing. “We lost but that’s how we became a band,” sophomore Hayden Darnall said. “Our Youth Pastor, Clinton Walker asked us to play a show,” Kennedy said.

genre: The band plays pop punk and sometimes alternative. “We listen to a lot of stuff but what we play is who we listen to the most,” Kennedy said.

Where they practice and perform: The band has shows at church and in their garages as well as practices. “We put on our own shows,” Darnall said. “But sometimes we’re asked to play for other people.”

Favorite part of the band: “I like rocking people’s faces off,” Kelley said. “I like goofing off and going to eat after band practice,” Kennedy saidcompiled by Laurel Wolfe

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Close Call practices after school. They had been playing together since they were in a competition at their church. They enjoyed playing together.


Who: Jake Kelley, an eighth grader plays the drums, sophomore Hayden Darnall plays the bass, and college freshman Jacob Kennedy plays the guitar and sings

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1.“I’m going to California to look at Stanford college for my brother, and catch some sick waves.”freshman Will Dorenbusch 2.“I go to Wisconsin, go tubing, see my family and friends and go to some football games.”freshman Sydney keaton

3.“I will be playing Xbox everyday.”sophomore Cody Back

4.“I play tackle football with a bunch of my friends.”freshman hugh hamil

5.“I usually just hangout with my family and friends.”sophomore paige Simmons

6.“I race go-karts professionally.”junior Zack eastman

7.“What I do for fun is hang out with my friends and ride four wheelers.”junior harry Wilde

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Fingers callused, freshman Annie Day gets done with orchestra practice. Day has even stopped playing basketball to focus solely on her violin. As a

freshman she plays second chair. “Ever since teaching her in the fourth grade, I have had the privilege to watch not only grow better in her musical talent but mature as individual,” Day’s violin instructor Vanessa Edwards said.

“It is mesmerizing to hear all the instruments playing in unison,” Day said.Day has been a participant in the solo/ensemble group and has won four

gold medals. She prides herself on her violin ability. Day is a member of the Columbus Philharmonic as well.

“The proudest moment of my musical career has been making the Columbus Philharmonic,” Day said. The Philharmonic practices every Sunday at North Christian Church.

“I prefer the Philharmonic to North’s orchestra because we play with a full orchestra and their are a lot more performances,” Day said.

Day says she would like to be remembered by her work ethic to get things done. “Annie has here priorities set in order, she is always going above expectations,” Day’s former teacher Lynn Montgomery said. “I wish all my players and students were more like Annie.”

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Personal symphonyFreshman Annie Day has mastered violin

Freshman Annie Day crams in time after school to practice violin in front of the Erne Auditorium. She has played violin since she was young. She was also in the Columbus Philharmonic.

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The heat was pressing in on the Bull Dogs Saturday Aug. 21. The junior varsity team was not worried about facing Seymour, the Varsity team had won the previous

night 49 to 0, and the JV was positive they would have a similar result. Junior Matthew Mahoney was no different.

“I felt good, I got to play on Friday night and I was excited to play again,” Mahoney said.

Seymour had not scored a single point when Mahoney fell to the ground with two of Seymour’s players.

“I was running through the line at full speed all of a sudden tripped over one guy and another fell on top of me, and the force of me hitting the ground and the guy falling on top of me fractured my shoulder.” Mahoney said.

Pain shot through his arm jarring his senses leaving him dazed.“It hurt bad enough that I didn’t remember exactly what happened it was like a

concussion for your shoulder there was instant pain but I did not know how severe it was” Mahoney said.

“First thing to come to mind was to get back in the game.” Mahoney said.However he didn’t get back in game. The Wednesday after the Seymour game

Mahoney went to Dr. Misamore, the trainer for the Indianapolis Colts. His mother wanted to take him immediately, his father, Mike Mahoney, felt different, he wanted to let his son decide.

“I was excited to watch my son play, but I never thought he would get hurt. It was sad to find out he was,” Mr. Mahoney said.

At the doctors appointment Mahoney had an MRI and X-rays, and was told the results would be in later, so he and his parents left and went back to Columbus.

by Kaitlin Miller

Within a split secondJunior Matthew Mahoney suffered a break

GeTTInG TO KnOW...

nicole kleeWhat is the coolest thing you have done?My friend drove his van up to the side of a DQ where I used to live in Lagody. We climbed up the service ladder and I skate boarded off the side and landed in a dumpster.

how would you describe your personality?I guess I’m fun loving, sort of outgoing and I’m always joking around.

What do you feel strongly about?I feel like people should always be able to express themselves. Racist and prejudice people bother me very much. People are different and it should be okay to everyone, no matter how you look, dress or where you come from.

What do you want to be when you grow up?I’m really hoping to finish cosmetology credits before my senior year and then finish at a beauty college after high school. I know it’s not very plausible, but I would love to own my own beauty salon eventually.

With an array of eclectic interests, freshman nicole Klee never experiences a dull moment

Freshman Nicole Klee sits outside of the school. She had many interest and felt that people should be themselves

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Junior Matthew Mahoney stands next to the field goal post out on the football field. It was after practice and he was showing his usual attire for every practice and game.

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Senior Andy Cox wanted to do something different with his life. He has always done sports but it

seemed to him that everyone did the same thing. That’s when he heard about triathlons. He was hooked and knew he wanted to try it out.

“I wanted to do something different when I was 14,” Cox said.

The first time he competed in one was the Tipton Triathlon. Cox heard from Andy Guygen, a friend who worked at Columbus Cycling and Fitness.

“I really like the biking but I’m better at running,” Cox said. “It’s just really cool to be going so fast on the bike, you fly.”

Cox trains whenever he gets the chance with senior Evan Trotta.

“I trained twice a day in the summer,” Cox said. “But now that I’m swimming with the team I just do it whenever I can.”

There are a lot of different types of triathlon distances. They have sprints which consist of a 500m swim, a ten mile to fifteen miles bike ride, and a three mile run.

“I mostly do sprints but I’m training to race in the

Iron Man when I’m 18,” Cox said.The next level is the Olympic level where you have

a 1600m swim, a twenty-four mile bike ride, and then a six mile run. Cox has competed in a few of the Olympic races but the Iron Man which has a twelve mile swim, fifty-six mile bike ride, and finally a thirteen mile run is what he really wants to do.

“I was warned not to do it,” Cox said, “But I want to anyways.”

Joe Kahlenbeck, the owner of Columbus Cycling and Fitness, gives his opinion on Andy’s triathlons. Kahlenbeck has helped to coach Cox and prepare him for his races.

“The triathlons have made him more disciplined,” Kahlenbeck said. “He thinks about what he’s doing before he does it because he know he’s being sponsored.”

Cox juggles Boy scouts, work, school, and swimming practice on top of his training for triathlons.

“His triathlons have added discipline because he has to multitask,” Kahlenbeck said. “Cox trained very hard to get where he is today and continues to do so.”

by Laurel Wolfe

Iron manSenior Andy Cox decided he wanted to do triathlons

Senior Andy Cox poses in front of the pool with his biking and swimming gear. He has been preparing to do an Iron Man competition. He also enjoys triathlons. photo by Ellen Pheral

When I grow up... Three students share what they want to do after high school

What kind of teacher do you want to be when you grow up?I want to be a Spanish teacher. I like the language. It’s really easy, and I like the Spanish culture.

Why do you like Spanish over any other language?Its easy to conjugate.

What year of Spanish would you want to teach?I would want to be a second year because you start introducing new tenses.

What kind of teacher do you want to be when you grow up?I want to be a preschool teacher because I love little kids.

Why would you choose preschool over anything else?If you impact a child when there younger it impacts them better. I wanna be the one that teaches them good values.

What drives you to want to be a preschool teacher?I love little kids and working with them.

What kind of teacher do you want to be when you grow up?A preschool or elementary school teacher.

Why would you choose preschool or elementary over anything else?I think that is where all kids start enjoying school and they are more fun to be around and teach because you get to know them.compiled by Shelby Beatty

junior holly hauersperger senior Sarah gwin senior Sydney Cox

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It has been a long day for sophomore Alice Zhang. A full day of school, band practice, cross country, homework and a little piano before bed. Zhang is used to

busy days like this; it is rare that she does not have anything on her schedule. “I am in two sports, band, and a bunch of clubs,” Zhang said.Zhang keeps up with a very busy lifestyle. She participates in activities such as:

cross country, track and field, marching band, Key Club and also manages to get straight “A”s.

“It’s like she was born to be busy,” sophomore Jackie Shao said. Shao is one of Zhang’s close friends who is amazed by her fast paced lifestyle.“I don’t really show off or boast,” Zhang said.Zhang is very humble about her achievements and being able to keep up with so

many activities and college level classes. Another friend, sophomore Bethany Gill, explains her opinion of Zhang’s im-

pressive lifestyle. “I always make fun of Alice when I take her home from school. She has a duffle

bag for cross country, loads of textbooks and her saxophone. She can barely fit in the car,” Gill said. “I think it’s great that she can stay so organized and get every-thing that she needs to get done and still get good grades.”

With the pace Zhang is maintaining right now, she has a bright future ahead of her.

“I want to go to a really good college after I graduate,” Zhang said, “I’ve been looking at colleges already.”

by Alli Ziegler

Multitalented

Sophomore Alice Zhang takes out her notebook to study while waiting on a ride after cross country practice. photo by Alli Ziegler

Sophomore Alice Zhang balances school work,

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1. I got into a car wreck this summer. It was raining and I wasn’t paying attention. I hit a tree.

2. The most embarrassing thing that ever happened to me was in middle school.

3. My biggest achievement would be starting Varsity football.

4. If I had a band, it would be named Any Last Words because it’s a sweet band name my friend happens to be in.

5. The highlight of my summer is going to Warped Tour. It’s a concert with a whole bunch of bands.

6. If there was one thing I could do in my life, it would be to save someone’s life. This way I could always be remembered as a hero.

7. My favorite year is senior year because it’s a relief after a hard junior year.

8. If I had to get a tattoo of one thing that represented me it would be some kind of Bible verse that was inspiring to me.

9. If I had to describe myself in one to two words it would be laid back because nothing really bothers me. I’m a joking kind of guy.

10. My role model would be my mom because she has made it on her own, as in she has been divorced for most of my childhood.

11. The thing I am most proud of is beating East this year in football.

12. I like to play [video games] in my free time because it gives me a chance to relax. I’m going physically a lot of times so when I get to be at home it’s nice.

13. If I had to change my name, I would change it to Ron Burgundy from “Anchorman” because it was a funny movie.

14. If I were an animal, I would be a gorilla because it’s at the top of the food chain. A gorilla has nothing to worry about.

15. I would choose ballroom if I had to take dance lessons so I could show off my moves

16. If I could be any rock star, I would be Oliver Sykes because he has a sweet accent and cool hair.

17. If I had an unlimited amount of money and could buy one thing, I would buy a house because it’s one of the most expensive and useful things to buy.compiled by Ellen Pheral

My 17 years in 17 sentencesSenior Matt Stott describes his life in 17 sentences


Senior Matt Stott sits in the gym. He said his greatest achievement was making the varsity football team.


March 10, 1996, is the birth date of Cody, evan and Will Speaker. Although all were born on the same day, technically evan is the oldest, then Will and followed by Cody. They have all attended the same schools throughout the years starting with Mt. Healthy, middle school at Central and now high school here at North. The triplets may participate in a lot of the same activities but their personalities and who they really are as people are truly unique. “You want people to know more about you than just being a triplet, there’s more to me,” freshman evan Speaker said.

height: 5 feet 4 inchesWeight: 108 poundseyes: GreenFavorite Color: BlueFavorite Movie: Napoleon DynamiteFavorite Memory: Getting off the bus and going to north for the first time everFun Fact: I’ve been wrestling since second gradeFavorite thing about Will: He’s very outgoing and never afraid to go up and talk to somebodyFavorite thing about evan: He is very organized and fun to talk to

height: 4 feet 11 inchesWeight: 89 poundseyes: GreenFavorite Color: RedFavorite Movie: Talledega NightsFavorite Memory: My first time at 4-H CampFun Fact: I’ve been showing pigs since I was twoFavorite thing about Cody: He’s funnyFavorite thing about Will: no matter what the situation, Will is always happy-go-lucky. He’s always positive.

height: 5 feetWeight: 100.6 poundseyes: BrownFavorite Color: GreenFavorite Movie: AirplaneFavorite Memory: Waiting in line at the State Fair to show pigs while just hanging out with my friendsFun Fact: I don’t like video gamesFavorite thing about Cody: He’s supportive and always helps outFavorite thing about evan: He helps with homework

Cody Speaker profile

Evan Speaker profile

Will Speaker profile



photo by Luke Carr

compiled by Erica Stewart

pros:-Always have a friend - Will-Always have someone to hang out with - Will-If you forget something you can ask your broth-ers - Cody-Always know at least two other people - Cody-Have people at your back to back you up - Evan

The ins and outs...

of being a triplet

Cons:-Brothers can get on your nerves a lot - Will-Have to share everything - Cody-People get you confused - Cody-not fun being known just as “the triplets” - evan

Who is the most...

...academic oriented?Evan...sports oriented?Me...friendly?Me...goofy?Will...devious?Evan...favored?Evan...messy?Will...competitive?Evan...talkative?Will

(according to Cody, evan and Will)

...academic oriented?Me...sports oriented?Cody...friendly?Me...goofy?Will...devious?Me...favored?None...messy?Will...competitive?Me...talkative?Will

...academic oriented?Evan...sports oriented?Cody...friendly?Me...goofy?Me...devious?Evan...favored?None...messy?Me...competitive?Evan...talkative?Me

How to...be a tripletWill Speaker:

“Help them out when they need help.”

“Don’t tease them.”

“Don’t get on their nerves”

“Don’t be devious”

Cody Speaker:

“When your brothers are talking, don’t interrupt”

“Be nice to them”

evan Speaker:

“Learn to put up with annoying brothers”

“expect to be asked: Are you a triplet?”

Dubuque, Iowa may not seem like a significant destination for most people, but for senior Vanessa

Shipley it was a city of opportunity. This was the place where the Drum Bugle Corps camp was held. Shipley went to Iowa to learn more about color guard, but she ended up leaving with some valuable life lessons as well.

“I went to the camp to learn more about color guard, but I ended up maturing a lot as well,” Shipley said.

Shipley joined color guard her Freshman year. She was already involved in Sound of North when her friend suggested she try out color guard.

“One of my friends said that I would be good at winter-guard so I joined and I’m so glad I did,” Shipley said.

Since freshman year, Shipley has been excelling in color guard. So it was no surprise that when she auditioned for the Drum Bugle Corps summer camp, she was accepted. Shipley was the only one who attended the prestigious color guard camp from Columbus North.

“I was nervous about camp at first, but when I got there everyone was really nice. It taught me to be a more independent person because I was by myself,” Shipley said. “I really matured while I was there.”

Shipley not only learned to be more independent, but she also learned a full color guard routine and new exercises. She preformed the routine with other color guard teams from all around America.

“We stayed for three weeks and traveled to over fifteen states to perform,” Shipley said.

Camp was just one of many pleasant experiences she has had with color guard. She hopes to continue with color guard for years to come. Shipley enjoys it so much that she wants to stay with it until she ‘ages out’, which is when she turns 21.

“I just love performing and spinning.” Shipley said. Shipley also has some huge supporters that motivate her

every step of the way. Her coach, Charles Williams, helps her improve on her skills in color guard.

“She is very humble when she gets solos. She never gets a big head about it and just keeps working on it until it is perfect,” Williams said.

Another big influence for Shipley is Chris Sparks. Sparks attended the Drum Bugle Corps Camp with Shipley this summer.

“She definitely has natural talent when it comes to guard as well as being a great leader and hard worker,” Sparks said.

“Color guard has been such a positive experience for me. It has helped me grow as a person.”

Shipley hopes to continue to grow and mature in color guard until she is old enough to age-out. by Alli Ziegler

Senior Vanessa Shipley learned more than she expected at color guard camp this summer

Keep on spinning


Senior Vanessa Shipley spins her rifle at the homecoming game. She went to a camp for color guard this summer. She learned more there than she expected to.

out in

Video Store

“I think red Box movies are getting more rented then going to a movie store because there are a lot of Red Boxes around Columbus and they are only a dollar,” junior Ashton Thomas said.

Piercing Ears

“gauging your ears is more common now because I think people are trying to fit in the hardcore music scene, be individualistic or just a fashion statement,” junior Holden Hayes said.

Key Rings“You can get your favorite team on a lanyard which is better than a key ring,” junior Zach Morey said.

Mini Skirts

“high-waisted skirts are very popular right now and are worn more often than other skirts,” sophomore Shelly Salo said.

“Silly bands are being worn more because silly bands make shapes and they can tell who you are. You can trade for cooler bands and also collect them. You can also match them with your outfit,” Karley noland said.

out vs. in Five things that are getting more trendy

by the secondcompiled by Katie Stowers

Wrist Bands

Best Buddies is a program for kids with special needs. It gives them a chance to pair up with peers to have a one-on-one friendship. President of Best Buddies and sophomore Maddie Lego did a Q&A about Best Buddies to see what the experience is like.

What is the main reason people join this program?I think the main reason people join this program is because they like the feeling of being a friend to someone who sometimes is treated with disrespect. It is also an amazing experience to create these friendships.

About how many people join best buddies each year?Last year we had about 16 buddy pairs.

What do the buddies do together?Mainly what they do is have a normal friendship like they would with any other of their friends. They have to make weekly contact and hang out twice a month. Every month we also have a group event where the entire chapter gets together to do an activity.

What’s the best part about being president?The best part about being president is that I get involved in all aspects of the chapter. From planning the events to matching the buddy pairs, I am involved.

At fifteen, freshman Andre Abedian is the youngest player

on both the JV and Varsity soccer teams. With the combination of summer practices three times a week and tryouts, Abedian made both teams.

“I try hard everyday,” Abedian said. “That’s my goal.”

Abedian is determined to do his best and uses soccer as an outlet for his pent up energy.

“I really love to play, I look up to the great players at the World Cup,” Abedian said.

Abedian plays midfielder for the team.

“I love the feeling of scoring a

goal,” Abedian said. “It’s amazing.”His cousin senior Vanand Abedian,

who is Varsity kicker for North’s football team, shows his support for his younger cousin.

“He works hard at the soccer field,” Abedian said. “He is very smart and has great fundamentals.”

Abedian does his best keeping school and sports balanced. He has to keep up his grades in order to play.

“I have to use time in school really effectively to get stuff done before practice, and so I can get a good night sleep,” Abedian said.

by Kaitlin Miller

compiled by Ashley Roberts

Friendships for a causeBest Buddies is a chance for a lasting friendship for sophomore Maddie Lego

rookie of the yearFreshman Andre Abedian is the youngest teammate on the JV and Varisty soccer teams

Sophomore Maddie Lego stands outside of the school. She was President of Best Buddies. There were 16 buddy pairs last year. photo by Kaitlin Miller

Freshman Andre Abedian plays during a soccer game. He was the youngest player on the varsity team. photo by Mackenzie Goins

The goal was to visit all 50 states by the time freshman Michael Vogel’s sister, Christiana

Vogel ‘10 graduate, went to college. Michael’s dad and sister were the inspiration

for his family to travel around the U.S.“It was kinda my older sisters thing and my

dad thought it would be a good life experience,” Vogel said. “My dad basically thought it would be cool to incorporate it in our life and it would be a good learning experience.”

Vogel and Christiana had the same thoughts on the reasons they decided to visit all of the states.

“It was one of my dad’s goals he made for the family in 2000,” Christiana said. “He thought we should learn about the diversity of the U.S. and he thought it’d be a great learning experience both academically and socially.”

To keep busy, Vogel and his family had to come up with different activities to do while they were visiting a state.

“We usually go to museums or go on an excursion like zip lining or snorkeling,” Vogel said.

Along with entertainment, transportation changed depending on where they were going.

“We fly to places like Hawaii, Alaska, and California, but we drove to Texas, New Mexico and the Rocky Mountains,” Vogel said.

Vogel and his family can spend anywhere from two days to ten days visiting certain places.

“Two years ago we spent a whole week in New Mexico,” Vogel said. “It depends how far away it is for how long we stay. If we go somewhere far away we will stay longer. We spent 10 days in Alaska.”

Vogel has not only vacationed within the United States. He has also been to France, Switzerland, Mexico and Canada.

“Going out of the country is like a completely different environment and you’re put in a whole new world,” Vogel said. “It’s more exciting [than staying in the country] because it’s just a complete new experience and everything seems interesting and exciting.”

Though they completed their goal, they still hope to travel.

“I kind of just want to kick it and if we go on vacation, it will be on some beach where I can just chill the whole time,” Vogel said.

The Vogel family will still be planning trips to other places outside of the U.S.

“Europe, but we also have our favorite states which we will probably go back and visit again,” Christiana said. “The rest of the world is fair game now.”

by Gabby McLemore

Around the states in 15 years This past Spring Break, freshman Michael Vogel and his family

completed one of their biggest goals

(Above) “We were crusing along the west coast by Canda/Alaska on our way to Alaska and this is the sun peeking through the clouds on the coast.” (Below) “My family and I a few years ago in Oregon at Multonoma Falls which is an extremely tall and skinny waterfall.”

photos submitted for 33Things

Junior Emily Haight wakes up, goes to school, eats lunch, hangs out with friends, and does a lot of things most students

do on a typical school-day.But there is one way Haight stands out from many other

students. She is Mormon and has been her entire life. “Ever since I was born I’ve been Mormon because my

parents are Mormon and they raised me that way,” Haight said.Haight goes to church at The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter Day Saints every weekday morning. It starts at 6:10 a.m. and goes on until 7 a.m. Both North and East students come to church and it consists of two age groups. One group consists of the freshmen and sophomore classes and the other group consists of the junior and senior classes. Haight also goes to church Sunday morning at 9 a.m.

One day Haight enjoys is Hug-A-Mormon Day. It takes place on November 17 and it is a day to appreciate Mormons and give them a hug because there are not too many Mormons in school. Although there are many non-Mormon students at North, Haight still has a circle of Mormon friends there. One of her Mormon friends is junior Brian Cox.

“Emily and I go to church together and do church activities there such as youth group,” Cox said.

Along with the Mormon friends she has, Haight also has many non-Mormon friends at North too. One of her non-Mormon friends is senior Serenity Sample.

“Emily is awesome, funny and I love how she dresses randomly and funny all the time,” Sample said..

Haight’s Mormon and non-Mormon friends are both important to her in many ways.

“My Mormon friends are important to me because they share the same values and understand me more than other people would. My non-Mormon friends are great too. They don’t treat me any different from other people. They respect my religion and won’t do things like swear around me or watch R rated movies when I’m around,” Haight said.

Haight’s religion helps her to keep a positive attitude towards many things, including life itself.

“My religion is important to me because it’s who I am and it’s how I make my decisions,” Haight said.

by Nick Stroia

living theMormon life

Junior Emily Haight is proud to be Mormon

Junior emily haight sits on her bed reading the Book of Mormon. She went to church at 6:10 that morning for morning services. She was brought up Mormon and attends church every weekday morning and Sunday.

photo by Nick Stroia

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"It's kinda lonely (having 7th period lunch), I have band 5A, debs and music men 5C, and AP Bio 6th. I can't change out of any of them. No one else has lunch with me. I eat snacks all day." juniorJaewon Jung

living theMormon life

lunch break downFreshman Isaiah Marcos and junior Jaewon Jung

share their opinions on their lunch

31% of students preferred “A” lunch

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compiled and photos by Keonna Durham

Out of 64 students surveyed

Senior project saviorSenior Abbie Todd walked for breast cancer awareness

Senior Abbie Todd sits at the booth she set up trying to raise money for her senior project. Todd raised over 2,000 dollars. She raised it for the Susan G. Komen race for the cure.

For senior Abbie Todd, making a difference was a big part of her senior project. When she could not decide on something to do, Todd's step mom helped her choose.

"I mentioned this walk to Abbie because I know that she was trying to find something for her senior project," Mrs. Todd said. "She was very excited about the idea and decided that it would be a wonderful opportunity and an experience she would never forget."The Todds chose this walk because it held a personal connection. They have had a few people die due to this disease. Mrs. Todd has also had friends participate in the walk. Todd's step mom explained her thoughts on participating in the walk with Todd."I decided to do the Susan G. Komen three day breast cancer walk last year after one of my friends participated in it and came back with some amazing stories and unforgettable memories," Mrs.Todd said, "I knew at that point I was going to participate in the walk this year."Todd spent all summer fundraising for breast cancer awareness with many different businesses preparing for the breast cancer walk on Aug. 6, 7 and 8. "I had two yard sales, a bake sale, and made donation cans and put them out at Scooters, Starbucks and Boricks. I had a donation table set up at Kroger one weekend and a car wash at Applebee's," Todd said. by Ashley Roberts

photo submitted for 33Things

To find out the rest of Todd’s Projectcheck out CnhSmedia.com

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note: Make sure to only make the hole as big as your straw or the blower will leak

compiled by Emili Hefler

photos by Katie StowersPhoto submitted for 33 Things

Senior Zach Sterling sings his part during choir class. For Sterling, choir was a huge part of his life. He had a passion for singing. photo by Shelby Beatty

A beautiful melody floats down the hall carrying the voices of altos, sopranos, and baritones

alike. One voice in the mix is senior Zach Sterling and choir is a huge part of his life.

“I’ve been singing my whole life,” Sterling said. “I did karaoke when I was younger so I just naturally started singing in choir. I’ve been in choir since fourth grade.”

At first singing was just something Sterling enjoyed doing. Then he found out he had a talent.

“I didn’t really notice that I was good at it until I made my friends sing with me and they weren’t good at it,” Sterling said. “That’s when I realized I was.”

Sterling’s family has an effect on him when it comes to singing.

“They encourage me to do more than I do,” Sterling said. “They encourage me to do more choirs and singing than I do now.”

His friends also offer encouragement and support.

“I give him creative suggestions on what he should do,” senior Chris Brown said. “I try to be as supportive as I can.”

Choir teacher Janie Gordon knows how important singing is to Sterling.

“Zach is quiet at first but he seems to enjoy singing the music,” Mrs. Gordon said.

A part of choir is performing in choir concerts. Sterling has mixed feelings about these events.

“They are exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking, but I think it’s good to get out there and sing,” Sterling said. “It’s good for your confidence.”

There is one aspect of being in choir that he favors the most.

“I just like the way everyone’s part flows together,” Sterling said. “Each sections part might sound ridiculous by itself, but the final part sounds really great.”

Though Sterling finds his passion with singing, his motto can be applied to any activity.

“Don’t give up,” Sterling said.by Megan Peterson

Choir is more than just a class for senior Zach Sterling

Singing for the soul

Living with dystrophy

Freshman Zach Kimsey does not let his disorder stop him

Ever since he was born, Kimsey has had to cope with his disorder.

"It is a born disease," Kimsey said. "There are no cures yet."

Kimsey did not inherit this disorder from his family.

"It runs through generations, but I think I'm the first," Kimsey said.

Kimsey's muscular disorder prevents him from being able to participate in certain activities within, and apart from the school.

"I have kind of rejected myself from sports because I can't do them. I really can only do marching band and golf, but I don't play golf," Kimsey said.

He does not let his disorder stop him from living his life.

"I played drums for a band that my dad took me to see called 'Dark Horse'. They wanted me to play the last song," Kimsey said.

One of Kimsey's friends is freshman Sam Ford.

"I met him in fifth grade on the playground," Ford said.

Kimsey and Ford are both involved in the band at North.

"I really like his love for music," Ford said. Kimsey is already preparing himself for his

future plans."I've always been interested in a medical

career. I'm taking classes for it, like introduction to health careers, but it'd be nice to be in a band," Kimsey said.

Kimsey enjoys the same activities as other kids his age.

"[We like to] take rides on the city bus, we go to Parkside and hangout, mess around at his house and play video games," Ford said.

by Gabby McLemore


Freshman Zach Kimsey plays the drum set during band. He was born with Dystrophy, a muscle disorder, being born with this disease made it impossible to play sports, so he joined band. He played drums for the Sound Of North band.

homeschool vs. high schoolFreshman Syd Uhl shares her views on being home-schooled to being in high school

What was being homeschooled like?“It wasn’t that much different from real school. The major differences are it’s all on computers,” Uhl said. “There’s no one there to bug you and you can work ahead.”

What are the differences between public high school and homeschool?“You don’t have any lockers or anything to worry about,” Uhl said. “The good part is you don’t have gym. You can pick your own schedule and pace.”

What was your schedule in homeschool versus now?Homeschool: “Switch period. One day I’d do english then the next I’d do science,” Uhl said.High School: “It’s class to class. I do get to choose from a variety of different subjects like journalism and photography,” Uhl said.

how do you stay friends with people since you weren’t in school?“I had a lot of friends in home-schooling,” Uhl said. “I met them through my dad and after school activities.”

Do any of your friends homeschool?“I’ve got a few who still do [home schooling],” Uhl said.

What was homework like for homeschool?“It wasn’t really homework,” Uhl said. “It was all on the computer. There weren’t any open book quizzes.”

What has been the biggest struggle adjusting to high school?“The only thing that bothered me was I’ve always been scared of getting to classes late,” Uhl said.

Which one do you like better?“I like homeschool because you can work ahead,” Uhl said. “I like high school better because even though it’s a pain, you get to hang out with friends.”


compiled by Haedyn Scgalski

Anything but

Junior Elizabeth Drake has a love for Harry Potter, a wide range of music and much more

photo by Shelby Beatty

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ACT research

Dennis and karen Aud

Doug and Judy Bonnell

Bush’s Market

Central Trucking Inc

Delor Medical Spa

Dick and Dorothy Denny

Wilma Foster

Sharon hayes

heritage Automotive group

lisa lutes

Jim norris

Dr. Ben and evelyn S. pence

roger and Joyce peterson

Steve and kathleen peterson

rawling’s and Arnett Insurance

linda reece

Sandy retz

Jane roberts

Smith and Syberg, Inc

Sonya’s Dance Zone

Jan Thrasher

george and Carol l. WIlson

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