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Address: 200 Blue Jay DriveLiberty, MO 64068

Email:thebell@liberty.k12.mo.us

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Our Mission for the 2012-2013 school year is to unite a diverse group of people and ideas to compose an informative and entertaining magazine using articles, photographs and commercial messages. As journalists in training, we endeavor to give the best representation of the community of Liberty High School. The Bell student newspaper is a public forum for student expression.

Editor In Chief Nathan HuntFeatures Editor Michaela LambSports Editor Mat GeorgeOpinion/A&E Editor Diana TimmermansNews Editor Madi DentonAds Manager Shelby CurtisOnline News Manager Jake BoeseManaging Editor Molly MeeksWebsite Technical Support Tyler EgglestonAdviser Lori Oyler

Reporters:Haley VickersLauren KenneyPreston McConnellNick PalmarineMeredith Crouch Amanda KovacGrace GeorgeAly CoppZachary KilgasSydney PerkinsMadi Hayter

on the cover:(From left to right) Junior Hannah Protzman, Senior Victoria Krauss amd Junior Justice Tyson march with their clarinets at band camp.photo by Molly Meeks

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Junior Murron Paeth walks down an alleyway in Germany with fellow German students.photo by Michaela Lamb

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Graduate Austin Morales, seniors Tim Hannah and Lindell Watkins celebrate a great Track season finish at State.photo courtesy of Shannon Hall

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page 15Get welcomed back to the new school year by Prinicipal Dr. Adams and Student Council Executive President Alex Zaborac. photo by Nathan Hunt

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Guten Tag, adventure!by Michaela Lamb

German students experience a once-in-a-lifetime trip through Germany and Austria. Three flights, including a nine hour trek from Chicago to Düsseldorf, Germany were the beginning of a journey for students studying German in Europe right after school let out in May. The language experience began on Lufthansa, a German airline, where students were completely immersed in the language and culture before even setting foot in Europe. Students began their tour in Berlin and spent two days in the capital of Germany, seeing famous historical sites like the Brandenburg Gate, Check Point Charlie, and the Berlin Wall. Berlin

also offered students a glimpse into urban life in Germany. Unlike America, there are no towering skyscrapers because a law requires that buildings in Germany be no taller than five stories. Ancient architecture flowed seamlessly into modern projects. People’s main mode of transportation is biking and walking. Dogs are not required to be kept on a leash and graffiti is a form of artistic expression. Taking a day to explore the World War II-ravaged city of Dresden, the group battled constant drizzle and chilly temperatures

on their way through the perfectly preserved, picturesque medieval towns of Nuremberg and Rothenberg. They sampled local specialties, like German ice cream and drei im weckla, three sausage links on a roll with catsup and mustard. Students toured World War II concentration camp, Dachau, as well as the BMW world headquarters in Munich before moving on to see the famous “Disney” castle, Neuschwanstein, in the foothills of the Alps. After visiting the scenic village of Oberammergau and the salt mining town of Berchtesgadenm, the

group made their way into Austria through the Alps, stopping to tour Adolf Hitler’s mountaintop bunker, Eagle’s Nest. In Saltsburg, the setting of The Sound of Music, students were shown a city full of art, with living statues, musicians and art venders on every corner. Saltsburg was the home of composer Mozart and his influence is reflected in the city’s cultured atmosphere. From Saltsburg, the group transferred to Vienna, the capital of Austria, their final destination on their 12-day overseas adventure.

Junior Abby Gentrup looks back up the hillside as she descends an ornate staircase outside of the monestray in the scenic town of Melk, Austria.

Students climbed and rode carts up to Neuschawnstein Castle in Germany, which served as Walt Disney’s inspiration for th trademark Disney Castle. It was built by King Ludwig II, bankrupting his kingdom in the process. photos by Michaela Lamb

German students Darrin Arnold, Abby Shott and Zoe Pixler ride a tram up the winding path to Adolf Hitler’s mountain top bunker, Eagle’s Nest.

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This one time at band campby Molly Meeks

Temperatures soar, but the band keeps marching into a season that features popular Potter melodies.

Hogwarts castle was the musical destination for the Blue Jay Pride Marching Band at their annual band camp this summer. Theme music from the popular Harry Potter series will highlight the 2012 marching season. Instead of battling Voldemort, band students battled the heat and a lot of sweat, marching in temperatures from 98 to 103 degrees. When the heat became too intense, practices were moved inside to the gym or

band rooms. “Marching in the heat is miserable, it’s really humid and hot.” junior Caroline Craven said. “It makes stuff like four count marches even harder when I already have short legs.” The other challenge the band faced was memorizing the complex Potter music while learning new field routines. Music used for marching band is generally not as difficult as music used in concerts, although this year’s music is challenging. This year’s field routine is not

as difficult as in past years. “I really like the music this year, I’m a big Harry Potter fan. Although the music is kind of repetitive,” Craven said. Along with the new music and drill, the band had to break in some new members with all the new sophomores coming in. Sophomores must learn all the fundamental skills, such as the correct way to walk and hold their instruments, keeping them towards the audience. “I’d say the hardest part is learning to march five yards

in four steps,” junior Alexis Vroom said. “You squat and have to take huge steps.” This year’s band camp work will make its debut at the first home football game on August 24. The entire field routine may not be completely finished, but most should be ready. The band put a great deal of work, not to mention sweat, into this year’s band camp and the new routine. Spectators are welcome.

Above: Trumpet player Tyler Allee braves the heat. Below: Senior Brittany Stokes marches in formation playing her saxophone.photos by Molly Meeks

Junior Laurel Cross gets her mind off of the extreme temperatures by concentrating on marching with the wood winds.

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Michaela LambSenior students reflect back on how they have changed since their

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“I’ve grown six inches and gained30 pounds since sophomore year. I’ve be-come more social and I’ve made a lot more firends. I’ve started doing a lot more in school, like yearbook, gold and basketball,” senior Sam Sutton said.

“I feel like I have really grown up a lot since my sophomore year. I’m more mature and I think that shows in how I act. I think I’m more focused now than I was back then,” senior Dustin Kleeman said.

Sophomore Sam Sutton Senior Sam Sutton

Sophomore Julia Clem Senior Julia Clem

Sophomore Dustin Kleeman Senior Dustin Kleeman

“I think that I’ve matured both physically and emotionally since I was a sophomore. I really branched out and joined a lot of clubs and I feel like that has helped me get to know a lot more people. I’m not as shy as I was when I first started high school,” senior Julia Clem said.

 

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ATHLETTICSBOY’S RUGBy- Tracey Davies

GIRLS RUGBY -Krista Kastler

INTRAMURALS- Andi Morris

LADY JAYS DANCE TEAM- Sara Wyatt

LIBERTY DANCE CLUB- Andrea/ Bruce Lewin

LIBERTY TAKEDOWN CLUB- Mike Hammer

PEOPLE IN MOTION- Sara Wyatt

PING PONG CLUB- Ellen Meade

SKI AND SNOWBOARDING CLUB- Amy Ahart

SPECIAL OLYMPICS- Ken Lenger

TRAP SHOOTING- KEN Lenger

SOCIALAFRICAN AMERICAN ASSOCIATION-Eric Greely

ALLIANCE- John Barreca

AMERICAN INDIAN CLUB- Mary Lou Jones

BOOK CLUB- Glory Fagan

BREAKFAST CLUB- Bruce Failla

DINNER AND A MOVIE- Amy Tuso

ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB- Rick Knowles

EQUESTRIAN CLUB- Julie Murphy

EXIT 1-6- Sara Forsman

KEY CLUB- Erin Garvy

PEER HELPERS- Amy Tuso

SERTEENS- Jill Hertzog

SOCIAL CONNECTION CLUB- Kim Stuart

THESPIANS… Don Johnson

TUESDAY MORNING CLUB… Dennis Bunch

YOUNG DEMOCRATS.. Jeff Wilkins

ACADEMICNATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY- Angie Klein

ROBOTICS- Gary Pierson

SPANISH CLUB- Tori Figg

SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY- Gabrielle Stolwyk

CHINA SKYPE- Jake Boswell

FRENCH CLUB- Jessica Lumetta

GERMAN CLUB- Cindy Biermann

CAREER ORIENTED ACE MENTORING-Denis Blochlinger

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I am excited to welcome back all of the returning LHS students, and to the sophomores, welcome to Liberty High School! Whether it is going to be your first year of high school or your last, there is no denying it is going to be a significant year for all of us. We are at the point in our lives where the world is at our fingertips. Our opportunities are endless and the decision is now up to us.

Liberty High School is full of opportunities, and it is because of those opportunities that I have become the person that I am. I have learned that the easiest way to not only survive high school, but to find success in it, is to get involved. Join a club, sport, or organization, and believe me there are plenty at LHS. Being involved allows you to not only meet new people, but to do things you never imagined you would do.

Coming into such a big school it is easy to get lost, and it can feel like the first day of kindergarten all over again. It is important to always stay true to yourself and never be afraid to be anybody but you. You do not have to be the most outgoing person in the room, but never let being shy or scared stop you from doing anything. After all, the kid sitting next to you could become your best friend; it just takes a simple hello.

Along with being yourself, high school has taught me another important lesson; failure. As odd as it may sound, failure can be the key to success. Throughout the course of our high school career, there is no doubt that mistakes will be made. Instead of dwelling on your mistakes, learn from them. And most importantly never be afraid to fail, as they say you miss a hundred percent of the shots you don’t take. There are so many remarkable teachers at Liberty who are here to help you. They can always provide a listening ear, and words of wisdom in, or even outside, of the classroom.

However the learning experience extends from more than just the classroom. High school is the time to discover who you are and want you want to be. Cherish the moments, because believe me it flies by. Be involved, be yourself and become the person you are meant to be. I cannot wait to spend another great year with all of you here at Liberty!

by Alex Zaborac, Student Council Executive President

It is important to always stay true to yourself and never be afraid to be anybody but you.

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Welcome Back Liberty High School Blue Jays!

Your faculty and staff are thrilled to begin this year con-tinuing our targeted  focus on creating a culture of involve-ment and connections.  As we embrace the second year of our Advisory Program, your teachers have worked over the summer to improve the curriculum and processes within Advisory.  Their work was informed through faculty and student suggestions and student focus-group feedback.  The foundational pillars of this program continue to rein-force the importance of academics, post-high school edu-cation planning, and positive involvement as a contribut-ing citizen to your local and global communities.  With our continued synergized focus on planning and supporting for success post high school, which is infused within the Advisory program, it is our goal to create the best program for you in order to propel each and every student at Liberty High School toward achieving every individual goal you set for yourself.  

As you walk the halls and enter into your classrooms, the environment is ready to welcome you.  Many colorful changes occurred over the summer.  Every room in the building received a splash of color.  The choices were deter-mined by a student group last year that was challenged to blend energizing colors with innovative thinking.  We be-lieve that LHS’s facelift allows us to enhance your learning in an environment  that embraces  21st Century ideology.

I challenge each of you to do your best in all areas of your academics and to find a club or organization that sparks your interest to join.  It is critical that you are working to-wards building your academic resumes for college and post high school employment.  Many scholarships base their awarding status on student academic status along with stu-dent involvement beyond the classroom.  Holding mem-bership in clubs and organizations demonstrates team-work, flexibility, leadership, dedication, and commitment.  Plus, it is fun to meet new people who are interested in the same things and enjoy spending time doing what the club or organization commits to doing. 

I wish you a tremendously successful school year and en-courage each of you to take an active role in making  a posi-tive impact in your school through your daily interactions with your teachers, staff, peers, and community.

Sincerely,

April Adams, Ed.D., Principal

“I challenge each of you to do your best in all areas of your academics and to find a club or organization that sparks your interest to join. ”

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Dear newbies

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“Where are the 300s?” “Wait, where are the 800s?” “Hey, do you know where room 605 is? What about 101?” What you need to do to not be such a sophomore in your first year at the big and sometimes scary, high school is to know your own way around. Being able to navigate is a life long skill that everyone needs, and you can practice and hone in the skill by getting a map of the school; they have thousands of them in the office. If you aren’t one for memorizing entire maps then I find it useful to get your class schedule, a highlighter, and a school map. Highlight all your classrooms and figure out which hallways you should use to get from class to class. And even if you get lost, odds are you aren’t the only one, and don’t be afraid to ask for help from a teacher or one of your peers. So something I’d add to your sophomore survival list is a map up from the counseling office and make sure you study up on your school. It takes about two weeks to really be in the swing of school anyways, so don’t beat yourself up if you don’t know everything there is to know on the first day of school.

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by Shelby Curtis

Don’t be such a Sophomore

Congratulations! You have managed to survive school this far. I know that the first few days can be difficult here at the high school. The halls are crowded and cramped with a bunch of people you don’t know, who get angry when you walk slow or hold up traffic, and that can make your first few experiences here less than satisfactory. Just the thought of talking to some of the upper classmen has some of you running for dear life. I know it freaked me out when I started my sophomore year. As time went on, I realized that they weren’t evil, and they weren’t going to try and kill me. They were there for the same reason as me, and now most of my friends are a grade or two older than me. Don’t be afraid to mix with people outside your comfort zone this year. It makes the high school much more enjoyable.

Finding a seat at lunch for the first time in this school can be intimidating. Although do not fear, lunch is not like Mean Girls, where you find a clique at each different table; there will not be a Gretchen Wieners yelling, “You can’t sit with us!” since you are wearing sweat pants and it is Monday. But if you would like to avoid feeling awkward, make sure you talk to your friends and ask what lunch hour they have before hand. Also, try to make friends quickly in your fifth hour class who you can sit with. To help with your lunch seating arrangements, The Bell staff has enclosed a lunch schedule on page five. Remember, everyone was once a sophomore and had to learn the hard way where to sit. Plus, it is the first lunch for every sophomore, so if worse comes to worse, just sit confidently at any table. (Except if it is a senior table, then you run.)

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“This is a repeat after me song!” and “Hey, MASC, how do you feel?’” will forever be the two phrases I will respond to no matter where I am or how old I become. Now, I admit I may look ridiculous chanting a song about a burrito or clapping to the rhythm of “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” but these are characteristics about myself of which I am not ashamed. Experiencing Student Council camp in Fulton, Missouri was one of the most significant learning experiences of my life. Which, by the way, is what they tell you when you first arrive. And when you first hear it, you blow it off, but each day it becomes truer until the time comes when you are forced to leave the “Magic of Fulton.” Fulton was and always will be a pivotal moment in my life. Never ever have I felt more loved and accepted than when I was with my Council J. As I left, I became inspired; I realized I needed to take the “Magic of Fulton” home to the LHS council and beyond. So I came back and decided to make some changes with how some things looked in my life. One change you have already noticed is the look of The Bell. We have changed from newsprint

to copy paper, which will cut our costs drastically. This will allow the community of our advertising supporters some relief and presents beneficial opportunities the staff most likely would not have had before. Another change I made, that was somewhat of an impulse, was the change of my hair color. I recently lightened my hair for a more fun and summer-ish look. You know what they say, “blondes have more fun.” Which, I beg to differ, because as a natural brunette, I had tons of fun already, but we will see. Speaking of changes of color, the walls of the high school have had a major splash of character. Which at first, I admit I was hesitant about, but now I greet the change and embrace the diversity it shows in the high school. So, to all of you, keep in mind throughout this year to accept change. If at first you might be totally against something, give it a second chance. Think over why the change occurred and, who knows, you might just find that you like it. This year I will introduce to you the “Magic of Fulton,” and I am asking you to embrace the change and accept a new way of thinking.

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Makeup on, rings off, bows in, shoes tied, socks pulled up, skirt pulled down, 3, 2, 1, “And now performing, Liberty High School.” While the fans of the Liberty Varsity Cheer squad are very pleased with their performance at the 2012 Regional Cheer Competition on July 19, few truly understand what went into participating and hosting the event. Previously doing very well at competitions, including being three-time state champs and earning a national ranking, the squad had a lot on their plate. And since this was the first time Liberty hosted a regional competition, no one really knew what to expect. “I never really thought about how much time and effort went in to hosting a competition. I always thought competing in one was a challenge but now I understand hosting it is just as hard,” senior Audrie Estrada said.The work that needed to be done was doubled, and a lot of people had to step up to make the competition happen.“Hosting the competition was very hard but I definitely think it paid off. It was nice that since it was in Liberty, most of our friends and families were able to come and watch all the hard work we’ve put in come together,” junior Hailey Davisson said. Liberty participated in the Large School All Girls category. Since Liberty is such an enormous school, new faces are always popping up on the floor. “I didn’t know what to expect until the day of, and before we competed I had the worst nerves and butterflies,” sophomore Maddie Whittman said. “It was probably the most nerve wrecking thing I’ve done yet! I was terrified, but my teammates made me feel so much better, which made

me feel so secure and blessed to be on such a supportive team where my teammates care so much,” she said. To continue the name of one of the best varsity squads in the nation, Liberty will continue to grow and develop as a squad and family during the coming year. “[This will be] another amazing year with the community, Liberty High School, and of course we are hoping to try to qualify for national’s again,” Coach Brenda Moates said. “They are a young performance team, but they have the skills and the ability to make some waves this year.” Skills and hard work will go a long way toward the team’s overall success. “The talent on the varsity squad gets better and better every year. I expect my team this year to have all positive attitudes and great teamwork. I have so much faith in my team and I believe we can achieve anything,” Estrada said.

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The varsity squad hosts districts at LHS and proudly takes second place. by Grace George

Cheer squad makes waves

The varsity squad performs at the districts preview for the fans at Cokely Field House. photos courtesy of Hunter Siegfried

The squad is all smiles after they place second at districts.

After two seasons, both ending with losing records, the Liberty High School football team has completely revamped their program. Along with changes in practice, there have been a changes in the players that Head Coach Chad Frigon and the rest of the staff has noticed. “First and most easily noticed has been the positive attitude and work ethic displayed by our players,” Coach Frigon said. With each new season comes new goals for every team, but in the modern ‘pass first’ mentality that most high schools use, LHS’ goals are unique. “As a team, we would like to outrush our opponents, win the special teams battle and win the turnover margin,” junior Brock Dorothy said. “For the big picture, we would like to win conference, and finish with a winning season.”

Another major change in this summer’s workouts has been the approach the players have taken towards them. They have taken practices seriously. And in past years, as the summer went along, attendance dropped. “We have averaged over 90% in our attendance,” Frigon said. “We feel we are further along than we were last year.” On top of the improved attendance and player mentality, the team’s competitiveness is at an all-time high. “Our league is the toughest in the state,” Frigon said. “If we can compete well within our conference, we will be set up to compete well with the rest of the teams in the state.” To be prepared for this challenge, extra scrimmages have been scheduled along with more competitive practices. “These workouts early in the morning help us to become mentally and physically strong for the upcoming season,” sophomore Kyle Tomc said. With the upped competitiveness among the players themselves and the teams around the city, it is no surprise that the boys in blue are ready to get out on the field. There is an excitement in the air from the coaches and players alike for this upcoming football season.

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Team makes changes to better themselves for the season.by Nick Palmarine

kicking off a new season

Ryan R. Snyder, M.D

With a heap of successful spring sports teams at LHS last year, the baseball team fit right in with its run at state. It was no surprise the team made a deep run into the state tournament because there were many returning players from the second place season the previous year. The team ended up getting third in the tournament, led by a furious, last-inning comeback in the consolation game. After losing to the eventual state champs, Rockwood Summit, in the semi-finals round, the Jays had to face a very tough Willard team in the third-place game. With the Jays trailing by six runs entering the seventh and final inning, they knew they had a tough task to try and win the game. The team moved from station to station with a string of singles and walks. The game and the comeback were capped off with

a single from Taylor Uhlmann scoring Nathan Winfrey for the seventh and winning run for the Jays. The players not only enjoyed the games during the tournament but also the time in between games. “It was amazing. I think the whole team bonded from the games and all the extra activities that we did,” junior Jacob Francis said. The state tournament had an atmosphere that only the players truly got to feel. “It is an all-around great experience,” senior Nathan Volkmann said. “You get to play against teams from across the state that have the same goal in mind as you do, which is to win the whole thing.” Returning players from the year before motivated the team throughout the season.

“It gave everyone the confidence to believe in themselves and the team that we can actually make it to state,” Volkmann said. Francis was the winning pitcher for the Jays, getting the final two outs in the top of the seventh, but he only really cared about what his team had accomplished. “It was awesome [getting the win], but I liked the team coming back and winning the game more,” Francis said. The team has a long journey back to the postseason this year beginning with offseason workouts starting later this year. If their hard work pays off again this year they could make it three straight years going to the state tournament, which is something almost unheard of in high school baseball.

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The team celebrates after getting third place at state. photo courtesy of Kayla Henrichs

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Men and women’s track teams continue competition after school year ends.by Mat George

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While many spring sports teams were finished at the end of the 2011-2012 school year, there were a couple that were still playing. The men and women’s track teams both participated in the state championships on May 25 and 26. The men’s track team placed fifth and the women placed 15th. “[Placing fifth] was kind of a disappointment, but we worked hard,” junior Kyle Gabrielsen said. Although the teams did not get first in state, they were proud of the outcome, competing against their own best times. “I ran in the four by 400. We did great at state,” senior Danielle Coffer said. “Even though we didn’t make it to

the finals, we ran our fastest time.” Looking back on the season, the runners all had favorite memories. “My favorite memories were at every meet, everyone from each team would always really get into the four by four, with it being the last event at every meet,” senior Lauren Holm said. “It’s really cool to see all the athletes from each team cheer on their teammates like that after the end of a long day,” she said. “You just see a whole crowd of kids running from one side of the track to the other to cheer and yell at their teammates in a really difficult race so that’s always cool.” Every person has a favorite

thing about the sport or activity they partake in. “I’d say my favorite part of track is seeing all the different groups mesh,” senior Ty Cogdill said. “In almost all other sports, you see the same type of kids participate, but in track the ‘groups’ kids are in vary.” School sports can take up a large amount of time, especially if a person is doing more than one in season. “Juggling soccer and track was a bit of a challenge but it was fun to take part in,” sophomore Sharee Zombo said. “The soccer and track seniors were always encouraging me.” During the offseason, the runners still have to stay in

shape for the next season. “I do summer running, go to running camps, and in the fall I run Cross Country,” junior Jennifer Myers said. When the season finally did end for the team, some already started looking forward and settin goals for the 2013 season. “I’m looking forward to defending our state title and hopefully being able to bring more points home for the team,” senior Tim Hannah said. “I, myself, want to win state in the 400 meter. I was ranked eighth in the state at one point last year and I hope to finish the year as a state champion.”

Senior Kolton Shindelar lands his long jump at the state competition, helping his team secure fifth place. photo courtesy of Shannon Hall

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