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Campus Updates

BANDThe symphonic band earned a distinguished rating at the State Concert Festival May 4.

The symphonic band spring concert is May 27 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Admission is $2.

Summer band rehearsals begin July 5 and are at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays through the month of July.

Summer band camp is July 26-30 at OCHS.

SPORTSChase Bryant is signing with Capital University outside of Columbus, Ohio, to play for the mens soccer team.

YEARBOOK Seniors will receive yearbooks during a luncheon Friday, May 21.

All underclassmen will receive yearbooks Monday, May 24.

DEAD POETS SOCIETYMembers will host a “carpe diem” celebration. Poetry will be read at 7 p.m. May 21 in the auditorium.

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Career Goals: Majoring in mechanical or computer engineeringCollege Choices: University of Louisville, J.B. Speed School of EngineeringSchool Activities: National Honor Society, Beta ClubInterests Outside of School: Reading, watching TV, playing video games, hanging out with friends and helping othersHonors or Awards: Trustee’s Scholarship to the University of Louisville, academic scholarship to the University of Louisville, David L. Weedman Scholarship, numerous academic awards

Career Goals: Majoring in visual communications with a career in graphic designCollege Choices: Bellarmine UniversitySchool Activities: Varsity cheerleading, Class Historian, Yearbook Coverage Editor, Beta Club, National Honor Society and Sigma Sigma Gamma SecretaryInterests Outside of School: Photography, Photoshop, spending time with friends and familyHonors or Awards: Commonwealth Diploma Candidate, six Academic Achievement awards for various classes, National Scholars of High School Society Recognition, recognition in “Who’s Who of High School”

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NEWSNEWS 4 May 2010

Teacher planted lasting roots for school’s agriculture programBoyd Johnson retires after distinguished career

KYLE STEWARTstaff writer

Boyd Johnson, agriculture teacher, will be retiring at the end of this scholastic year. Johnson taught here for his entire 33 year career, starting in May of 1977. The reasoning behind his retirement is not one of dissatisfaction, but rather one of timing. “I’m not unhappy with what I do,” Johnson said. “There just comes a time when it doesn’t make fi nancial sense to continue working.” Johnson, fondly known as “J” to his students, enjoys the diversity of teaching a class that is not ruled by a textbook but rather one that is hands-on and experimental. “I get to do something diff erent every day. I don’t have to follow a book chapter by chapter like some of the other teachers have to do,” Johnson said. Along with teaching such subjects as greenhouse, landscaping, animal science, and other agricultural courses, Johnson has sponsored the Future Farmers of

America club which has been extremely successful during his 33 years. Though the club existed well before his arrival, Johnson brought about many benefi cial changes and adaptations to the association. “The main improvement has been the quality of our facilities; they have gotten much nicer,” Johnson said. Johnson has seen the renovation of an agriculture shop, the arrival of a new maintenance barn, and the building of a new and improved greenhouse during his tenure. Johnson also brought about a new curriculum into the classroom. “We’ve began to focus more on agriculture-business. Over 60 percent of the jobs in the United States are related to some sort of agriculture, so it has become very important,” Johnson said. The FFA team has competed in multiple national events, and has accumulated many impressive showings. The team has had national profi ciency winners, top 10 national fi nishes and, most impressively, a second place national team fi nish, just merely missing a national title. The development of the FFA program was

a key goal of Johnson’s when he fi rst started at OCHS. “At fi rst, I wanted us to be competitive with the other teams in our region and district. As we began to become more competitive, we began to shoot for national c o m p e t i t i o n s ,” Johnson said. With his i n c r e a s i n g prestige, Johnson was off ered multiple jobs from other employers, but he decided to remain where he initially began. “I had an off er from the State Department ... and also when Scott County was beginning to develop … I stayed because of my family. We had also made a lot of

progress with our program, so that was something that made me stay,” Johnson said. Johnson has earned the respect of his students and authorities throughout his

years due to his hard work and dedication to his career. “He’s extremely committed to both his work and his students,” Heidi Gorbandt, junior FFA member, said. “I’ve never heard anything bad out of his classroom. He will have some hard shoes to fi ll,” Brent Deaves, principal, said. This is precisely what he wants his legacy to be. “I want to be remembered as somebody that tried to help the kids. I don’t just look at the short-term; I think it is important to have a long-term vision. There’s nothing like seeing one of your former students three or

four years down the road have a successful career, family and life,” Johnson said.

Receptionist leaves lasting impression on school communityOf�ice loses one of its friendliest staff membersCAROLINE COLLINSchief illustrator

At the end of this year, the smiling face that has graced the offi ce will be gone. I recently sat down with Roberta Blakemore, receptionist, to fi nd out more about her decision and how she plans to spend her time during her retirement.

Q. How many years have you worked at OCHS? What other positions have you fulfi lled? I’ve been here 26 years. I got my nursing degree from the University of Kentucky, and then I started

working at OCHS in the special education department. I became a title I teacher, then a troubleshooter. I did that for a few years

but didn’t like moving around so I applied for a secretarial job. I was hired and started in attendance and eventually moved out here to the front desk.

Q. What changes have you seen in this school over the years? I see that the students now don’t seem to have respect. There is lack of respect for themselves sometimes and other times for adults. I

would like to see more kindness but that’s the whole society not just the school.

Q. What has been your funniest/favorite experience at OCHS? The funniest would be Mr. Watkins trying to teach the computer and phone system to me … so many tales I could tell.

Q. What would you like to say to the students at OCHS? I would tell them to never say, never. It’s so ironic the things that I said I would never do; marry a farmer, be a secretary or work with kids. I’ve done them all. I would also like to say always be honest and let God lead you.

Q. Why did you decide to retire this year? I really didn’t want to, but I had to

because of family. I want to spend the rest of my years with my husband. He’s the most important person in my life.

Q. What do you plan on doing next? Help my husband more on the farm, maybe fi nd a part-time job. I’ve considered taking piano and painting lessons as well.

Q. If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go? I would like to go to Europe. I would love to see the fountains and fl ower gardens. I like them so much I’m trying to make my backyard look like them.

Q. If you could close out your time here with one quote what would it be? “Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass … It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

HANDS ON -- Veteran teacher Boyd

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NEWS May 2010 5

Schools for the skilledSchools for the skilled

Antonio Burroughs GSA - Drama

This year, 16 juniors were named to the Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program and one student was accepted to the Governor’s School for the Arts. These students had to complete an extensive and competitive application process. The Governor’s Scholars Program is a fi ve-week summer program held at Bellarmine University, Centre College and Murray State University that brings together diligent students from across the state to build character through study and interaction with fellow high school juniors. The Governor’s School for the Arts is a three-week summer program held at Transylvania University that brings together students from across the state of Kentucky who are talented in the arts. Students must be either a high school sophomore or junior to apply.

2010 Governor’s Scholars

MollyBraden

ChauntelFox

GrahamHardaway

AustinKulengowski

MatthewLawson

BrendanLovelace

KatieMoore

SannyOmar

GabbyPeters

JuliaRemaks

EmilyRobison

MichaelRoup

TommySchaller

KyleStewart

Not pictured: Juniors Chandler Santos and Tyler Scaff (GSP).

photos by BethAnn Harvey and Becca Clemons

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May 2010 6 NEWS

Foods that are sold by local producers at the market are fresher than those sold at grocery stores. The fruits and vegetables at Wal-Mart or Kroger are typically shipped in from other states or countries. According to bloomingfoods.org, most transit fruits and vegetables have to travel an average of 1300 miles over a period of one to two weeks in order to reach a family’s table. Foods at the farmers market are picked and sold as soon as possible, preserving nutrients and freshness. Get a little taste of summer and stop by the Courthouse Square between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. to check out what our farmers have to off er. From fresh produce and natural body care to sculptures, there’s bound to be something that will reunite you with your earthy side.

The LaGrange Farmers and Artisan Market off ers a variety of locally grown and manufactured products every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Courthouse courtyard. Market goods include fresh fruits, crafts and preserves in addition to dozens of other natural food and foodstuff s made close to home. The farmers market is also a great place to purchase handmade crafts. Organic beeswax candles and alpaca fur cloth are only two of the many arts that are sold at the market. Other items include soaps and lotions that are made from natural ingredients and carvings made from local wood selections.

ERIN KOHNKEstaff writer

Farmers Market returns to downtown LaGrange

Local farmers come together to bring fresh produce and

delectable products to area consumers

photos by Chelsea Corbin

NEWS May 2010 7

Infl uenced by the Boston Tea Party of 1773, today’s tea party was created in response to the excessive taxation of the people of America. The Tea Party political m o v e m e n t has become a recent force in American p o l i t i c s , p r o t e s t i n g against many d e m o c r a t i c ideals, such as the recently passed health care bill and the ever-so-debated abortion rights. Members of this party stay grounded on the right side of the political divide. The Tea Party movement even claims that the majority of its supporters are longtime Republicans. The Tea Party is dedicated to teaching, attracting, arranging and assembling Americans to protect their natural rights through the values of economic responsibility, government control within the limits of the Constitution and free markets. Members believe that individuals should have the freedom to spend their

earned money independently, that the Constitution is the supreme factor when determining the law and that a hands-off policy from the government in private American life is what is best for American

citizens. They are opposed to the defi cit in the budget, the recently passed stimulus and the bailout policies. The Tea Party movement did not become a major political force until 2009 when many party protests began taking place, s u p p o r t i n g Independence

Day as well as opposing B a r a c k O b a m a ’ s p r e s i d e n c y.

These protests are in response to taxation without representation, and the party is used to evoke images of America’s past, as TEA is commonly used as an acronym for “taxed enough already.” The Tax Day Tea Party, which has occurred the past two years on April 15, is one of the largest Tea Party protests showing evidence of hostility towards taxation. The views of Tea Party members are placed on the right side of American politics with their conservative perspectives on issues and libertarian stances on the economy.

ERICKA HARDIN

staff writer

Recently formed political party rallys against taxation

Tea Party infl uenced by 1773 patriotsp y y

Invitations are unnecessary as anyone can attend the graduation ceremony. Be aware that the only expense may be parking-related fees based upon where you choose to park. Graduates need to wear casual, business-dress clothing (no jeans, no gym shoes, no t-shirts). The graduation ceremony will start with the graduates marching in, followed by awards, speeches, diploma distribution, the senior video, and then the traditional cap toss. Pictures for graduates and their families will be permitted afterward.

- Student cannot have read the book before- Book must be at least 200 pages in length- Book can not have been made into a movie- Graphic novels are not allowed

Students in English courses are encouraged to use a reading journal while they read. The reading journal is optional. For more information on the summer reading journals, see Lauren Churchill in the school library or check the summer reading Wiki at http://ochs-summer-reading.wikispaces.com. Students enrolled in AP English courses or Advanced English I or II have special assignments for that course. Details are also posted on the summer reading Wiki. All non-English Advanced Placement courses have separate reading requirements. Assignments are available on the Wiki and will be distributed by teachers before school ends.

Summer reading guidelines releasedReading expectations clari�ied for all students

MICHAEL ROUPonline editor

PAIGE RIETVELDstaff writer

Who: Oldham County Class of 2010

What: Commencement Exercises

When: Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Freedom Hall Exhibition Center

Upcoming graduation informationGraduates will be awarded diplomas in Freedom Hall

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members rally in Washington, D.C. Rallys like this

take place all over the country to stop “Taxation

without representation.”

Summer reading requirements for 1oth – 12th grade English students:

8 May 2010 NEWS

Louisville’s premiere alternative record store has just received

the honor of being named the sixth-best record shop in the nation by the prestigious New York-based music mag, SPIN magazine. In the April issue’s countdown for “America’s 15 Best Indie Record Stores,” the magazine praised ear X-tacy, raving about the store’s “huge selection — rivaled by only a few stores in the country — and commitment to keeping Louisville weird.” While ear X-tacy has been ranked as the number six record shop in the country, that doesn’t mean that it’s the sixth most successful.

receives national recognitionLocal record shop ranked sixth in the nation by SPIN magazine

MACK KEIFFER

staff writer

Kentucky drivers have one less distraction to worry about while on the road:

texting. On April 15, Governor Steve Beshear signed into law a bill banning text messaging while driving. The law, which has received support around the state, also bans any use of cell phones by drivers under the age of 18. Legislation was proposed in response to the 57,000 reported crashes in Kentucky caused by

distracted drivers last year, with one of the major distractions being texting. This new law has a few exceptions. Violations are only punishable while the vehicle is in motion, and phones can still be used to report spotted

traffi c problems or other legal violations and to request help. Drivers who are caught texting while driving will receive a warning beginning in July. Fines of $25 for fi rst off enders and $50 for repeat off enders

will be implemented at the beginning of next year. Despite the controversy the bill faced, many think good will come from it. Junior Sanny Omar thinks the ban will be benefi cial to teens and adults alike. “It promotes safety and responsibility while driving,” Omar said. The law makes Kentucky the 22nd states to adopt a policy banning texting while driving.

Driving while inTXTicated is illegalKentucky becomes 22nd state to pass bill

TOM SCHALLERstaff writer

The store has recently suff ered sales in the wake of the economic downturn and the widespread use of illegal fi le-sharing and d o w n l o a d i n g as potential c u s t o m e r s ’ means of obtaining music. But business has been better since shop owner John

T i m m o n s ’ press release in February in which he

INTXTICATION DILEMMA -- Texting while driving creates

potential road hazards. Legislation passed bans drivers

under the age of 18 from cell phone use while driving.

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reached out to local listeners for help in boosting the business’ sales. Timmons’ call to action raised quite an alarm throughout the Louisville community. Not only did fearful music lovers fl ood back to ear X-tacy with their business, they utilized social networking sites to initiate a movement to encourage others to do the same. Receiving this sort of national recognition is quite a feat for what started in 1985 as a mere 500 square foot hole in the wall turned nationally recognized cultural landmark. Hopefully the nod from SPIN will be a perfect display of just how important local attractions such as ear X-tacy are to the great city of Louisville. Said SPIN magazine about the shop: “[ear X-tacy] works hard at keeping itself and the values it represents relevant. If any one store can keep a whole city weird, it’s ear X-tacy.”

“It promotes safety and responsibility while driving.”

-Sanny Omar

HONORING THE MUSIC -- ear X-tacy ranks sixth-best record store in the

nation. The store has been serving Louisville and surrounding areas for over

25 years.

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engaged. It can surpass television in many ways when it comes to entertainment – no commercial interruptions and a greater chance to use one’s imagination are just two

of the benefi ts. Reading is portable and can be done on the bus, in a waiting room, on the beach or in

a bed. It’s even easier now with technology like the Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble Nook

and Apple iPad that encourage reading on the go. Reading the right book

can be a funnier or more suspenseful experience

than the average TV show. It can take just as much eff ort to

pick up a book than to pick up the remote,

and it pays off much better in the long run. In the

words of Groucho Marx: “I fi nd television to be very educating. Every time somebody turns on the set, I go in the other room and read a book.”

9 May 2010

Editorial Board This re�lects the view of the Editorial Board. The members of the board this month included Becca Clemons, Chelsea Corbin, Brooke Daugherty, Ericka Hardin, Matthew Lawson, Chris Poche and Matt Stewart.

t h e c l a r i o n v i e w s t a f f e d i t o r i a l

Managing EditorBecca Clemons

News EditorKayla Aschenbeck

Features EditorCourtney Droste

Photography EditorBethAnn Harvey

Business ManagerKatherine Benge

Circulation ManagerBrooke Daugherty

AdviserJoan Thompson

Editor in ChiefChelsea Corbin

Production EditorChris Poche

Opinions EditorJulie Stolworthy

Sports EditorSamira Asad

Chief IllustratorCaroline Collins

ColumnistKaity Galanos

Online EditorMichael Roup

Staff WritersCarly Besser

Cassidy Bliss

Brooke Gorbandt

Ericka Hardin

Mandy Hogue

Mack Keiffer

Erin Kohnke

Matthew Lawson

Paige Rietveld

Tom Schaller

Duall Schutte

Chloe Sedoris

Kyle Stewart

Matt Stewart

The clarion colonel welcomes letters to the editor. Letters can be put in Mrs. Joan Thompson’s mailbox or be sent to: Newspaper, Oldham County High School, P.O. Box 187, Buckner, KY 40010“The clarion colonel” is published monthly by the students

of Oldham County High School, Buckner, Ky. Oldham County

High School is not responsible for the accuracy of opinions or

claims appearing in “the clarion colonel.” Opinions expressed

do not necessarily represent the views of the staff or its

publisher. The appearance of any advertisement does not

constitute endorsement of any product in “the clarion colonel.”

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OPINIONSOPINIONS

Value of reading has become underrated in society

JULIE STOLWORTHYopinions editor

Getting teenagers to read can be a challenge. Unless a self-declared

bookworm, many students stick to reading just when it’s required of them, resorting to SparkNotes when they’re feeling extra lazy. The reasoning behind this phenomenon is hard to determine: Does reading take up valuable time that could be better utilized? Is it too boring? Does it make one look too nerdy? The answers to these questions are defi nitely no, and hating books does not make one seem rebellious and “cool.” The fact is, the majority of teens aren’t reading like they should, or aren’t reading at all, and it’s evident from poor grammar usage and low English scores on tests and in everyday life. For 2009, the average ACT score in the English portion of the test was 20.6 out of 36, and the average score in the reading portion was 21.4 out of 36, according to the National ACT Profi le Report. These scores are just barely above the College Readiness Benchmark Scores determined by the ACT; only 67 percent of test takers reached the advised 18 in English, with 53 percent

reaching a 21 in reading. One of the few ways to improve performance in these areas is to read and become more familiar with the laws of grammar. Because of this, however, reading may sound like a wearisome task that can’t possibly be enjoyable in any way. Reading can give the impression of being a tool to be used solely for learning (and trying to get teenagers to accept learning as a pastime would be an even more impossible task), thus giving it a generally negative connotation with the youth. However, what many don’t realize is that there is something to read about any subject, whether it be sports, romance, horses, skateboarding or any esoteric topic that exists. Reading is simply another way of grasping information and becoming

Music is something that everyone can relate to. There seems to be a

song to fi t virtually any mood, emotion or circumstance. A song can provide empathy we cannot fi nd elsewhere and comfort in a situation we would have otherwise found hopeless. It is diffi cult to explain why simple words and tunes written by someone else can have such a profound eff ect, but it is a phenomenon that all people have experienced. Perhaps it is not necessarily lyrics or melodies that make music so universally relatable, but the structure of the music itself. It is constantly progressing from verse to chorus, chorus to bridge, and bridge back to chorus. These individual parts all contain individual notes and ideas that build on each other and change constantly, creating

tension in the music. This tension makes us anticipate a resolution; a chord at the end of a phrase or the second word in a rhymed pair. We are temporarily satisfi ed by these small victories, but the music will always move on. We cannot control or predict it, but we continue listening. We want to get to that fi nal resolution—the big conclusion that will make all the individual pieces fi t together and make sense. The beauty of this constant progression is the resemblance it bears to our own lives. We are constantly experiencing tension and anxiety, then searching and waiting for a resolution. We have small victories throughout our lives; those major chords that provide relief at the end of the chorus. But life only lets us enjoy those chords for a few short moments before moving on to new verses. It is a cycle that we have little control over—change rarely asks permission. More often than not, the tension lasts longer than the resolution. We have countless days of

mediocrity between the days that stand out in our memory as truly signifi cant. These days are the ones worth waiting for—they make the hard times worthwhile. But we must also understand that the relief is short-lived. There will always be more notes following: new ideas that must progress before another temporary resolution can be reached. At this point in our lives, we may be uncertain of the direction we are moving in. But our lives, like music, will always be progressing. These changes won’t always make sense to us, but we must embrace them. We have to experience the periods of restless tension in order to appreciate the relief we feel when that tension is resolved. We have to trust that all of the twists and turns will eventually make sense and fi t together into a fulfi lling conclusion. The dissonance of our present cadence will one day be resolved with the ringing harmony of a fi nal chord.

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May 201010 OPINIONSPoche’s Philosophy...

On prioritizingCHRIS POCHEproduction editor

KAITY GALANOScolumnist

As I see it...You say goodbye, I say hello

1. The opportunity to enlarge your 1. The opportunity to enlarge your mind.mind.

2. A melting pot of new, diverse 2. A melting pot of new, diverse people.people.

3. An expansive campus leads to 3. An expansive campus leads to expanding personal boundaries.expanding personal boundaries.

These four years have felt like a lifetime; now comes the true experience

beyond dress codes, superfi cial drama and ubiquitous insecurity. Leave these halls prepared to inhale the fresh air and embrace the realization that the labels stop here.” Class of 2010, we did it. In 15 days we will be walking across the stage, accepting our diplomas. We will be accepting the end of a seven-period schedule, cease rooting for the Colonel and earn no more detentions for being tardy. The saying goes, “as one door closes, another opens.” That door will open widely, letting the view of the fresh frontier to be seen fully. We will all see our chosen unchartered territory before us, ready to be settled and conquered. Embarking on our collegiate journey may seem daunting, but the growth potential outweighs its perceived fearsome presence. Leaving the fi sh bowl environment of high school and washing upon the shores of a college campus can be traumatizing and can

leave one feeling some major culture shock. All people adapt to new surroundings at diff erent times. Some will fi nd themselves struggling to fi nd their sea legs as they establish themselves as college freshmen. In those times of doubt, homesickness and questioning whether you truly are ready for the real world, keep one thing in mind: optimism. Optimism will be the tool for the most rewarding college experience. College will be a brilliant opportunity to grow as a person, become independent, meet new, interesting people and learn some valuable lessons. The transition from high school to college, from home to a dorm, is an immense one, but being optimistic about what you will achieve will narrow the gap considerably. It is a matter of looking at the glass half full or half empty. The idea of college may seem scary, but what you will encounter is too good to pass up. Hence, I have created a list that presents three signifi cant wonders of a college experience.

Apart from the general education classes that are required, college off ers a variety of

interesting courses one can take. Course variety is surprising and one should take advantage of that. Electives such as yoga and ultimate Frisbee can be taken, along with philosophy and music appreciation. There’s a class for every interest. Benefi t from the wide assortment of classes by branching out and learning something new.

New school. New people. Thousands of new people. College is the perfect way to meet interesting individuals and develop relationships. In high school, you went to school with your classmates for at least four years. You heard all the rumors about them, had your fair share of petty catfi ghts with them, and at some point, their many faces seem to just have blurred into one. Let’s face it; they became pretty boring. With college comes diversity. People of all backgrounds and ideologies are somewhere on campus - you just have to be bold, brave and confi dent to go fi nd them. We learn about ourselves best by developing relationships with other people; let college be your medium for personal growth.

Living in a fi sh bowl environment for a large percentage of your life’s existence, and then being able to stretch your fi ns inside a large collegiate campus is going to be freeing. Just like a goldfi sh that only grows as big as its home, you will grow intellectually as well as individually while residing on campus. The majority of a college’s population will not know who you are, so use that as incentive to infl ate your comfort boundaries without being concerned that you will be judged. Living independently will allow you more personal responsibility, which will propel you to feel a little more grown up. Diff erent ideas will force you to think beyond yourself, and will make you more open to diff erent endeavors. College will be the best years of your life. Seniors, drawing a close to the familiarity of your life may be distressing, but if you act with positivity and establish yourself amongst the unknown, you will reap the rewards. As you walk across the stage and accept your diploma, exclaim a warm “hello!” to the next stage of your life.

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If college is the point at which our “futures” are to begin, high school is where we get

in our last bits of practice. As I quickly approach the end of my era, I’ve learned much in my time of practicing for life and have found there is one key to survival of high school halls: prioritizing. The fi rst and most important notion is to balance your time. With numerous opportunities, you have an abundance of options and decisions to make each and every day. I’ve been and seen both extremes of this, as a student who studies for upwards of four to seven hours a night or who allows textbooks to remain cozy in the backpack every day.

Either way, extremes in high school are bad. If you’re an avid student, relax a little, go out, hit up the town every once in a while and drag your friends on the adventure as well. For the lazy layman, I’ve been there and certainly postponed my work just like you do, and all I can say is, the break was nice, but the grades slipped, and cracking open the textbook every once in a while won’t necessarily kill you. Everyone learns lessons in high school. For me, it was how to overcome fears, seeing that the reward almost always trumps it. The best way to get the full high school experience is to get out there. Join a club, there are well over 25 of them, or play a sport and meet some new people who have the same interests as you. After all of the school-related problems, high school boils down to friends, and here are a few things that can help to keep you and your chums happy and the good times

rolling. To top off the list of happy friendships, remember these three words: “mates before dates.” Now, I know you’ve had a crush on this girl since the third grade, but when it comes down to the nitty gritty, your friends are more likely to be around long after she is, and somebody has to help pick up the pieces. Treat her like a princess, but don’t neglect your royal brothers and sisters in the process; it is only a high school relationship. The worst part of high school, beyond the mountains of homework, is the drama. The infamous high school drama is as old as, well, high school, and will be until the end. Just remember, it’ll pass, and there are more important things to worry about, so don’t lose sleep over it. High school always has that temptation to participate in improper actions, whether as a sign of rebellion or just to have fun, but

that’s the beauty of this misconception. The best times can be clean times. Whether it’s chilling out with friends and watching a movie, playing Taboo, making a fi lm or just fi nding a place that you can call your own, plain and simple fun defi nitely doesn’t have to come out of a bottle. After all of these variables come into play, it’s up to you to decide what to do and how to prioritize your life, molding one where you maximize your experience in high school, but still get the education we’re here for. College is when the “real world” begins, so practice your juggling skills now, and learn your limits for the future. Finally, remember to dream until your dreams happen, act when options arise and live with the enthusiasm of leaving your mark on the people around you. Hey, it may seem hard, but it’s only high school. That’s my fi nal philosophy…

May 2010 OPINIONS 11

Our generation has been much

like the others – we complain about homework, we engross ourselves in

relationships and we argue with our parents. However, there is one major aspect of the adolescent experience we’ve had that our parents haven’t: social media. MySpace, Facebook, Twitter: To say these are a part of our lives is an understatement. Most of us have used one or more of these social tools, and if you haven’t, someone close to you has. My journey through these past four years of high school can be erratically traced via a stream of Facebook status updates, outlining the juvenility of freshman year to the self-assuredness that accompanies seniority. Some embarrassment ensued upon reading updates from my younger years, but I’ve accepted my progression as a maturation process.

Becca Clemons What’s it going to be

then, eh? April 12, 2010 at 10:56 p.m.Comment Like

I’m using this moment to recommend a book that I think every person should read before leaving high school: “A Clockwork Orange” by Anthony Burgess. Whether you love or hate reading, it WILL change your life and will have you questioning every decision you make by contemplating this classic line.

Becca Clemons IHOP IHOP IHOP

January 31, 2010 at 2:06 p.m.Comment Like

A good chunk of my status updates involve food. I’d like to think I’m getting my binge eating out of the way now before college and the “freshman 15” becomes a force to be reckoned with.

Becca Clemons what a morning/day/

night/morning

December 25, 2009 at 1:10 a.m.Comment Like

I hope that everyone will get numerous chances to have thoughts like this, as high school should be a mix of spontaneous decision making and either learning from the disastrous outcomes of those ideas or reminiscing on the successes stemming from them (or a combination of the two).

Becca Clemons wouldn’t it be nice

December 20, 2009 at 3:21 p.m.Comment Like

Yes, wouldn’t it? We idealistic young souls are constantly dreaming up wild ideas as much as we can before the real world reaches out and slaps us in the face. Thank you, Beach Boys, for reminding us all that the dream mentality still exists outside of childhood!

Becca Clemons University of

Wisconsin-Madison was pretty

awesome

November 25, 2009 at 8:46 p.m.Comment Like

We all have a dream college, or if you don’t yet, you probably will come senior year. As I am not attending my ideal school, this status leaves me a memory of what could have been.

Becca Clemons Roll with the changes

August 22, 2009 at 1:54 p.m. Comment Like

Ah, change: defi nitely a prevalent theme in life that greets one most harshly in the teenaged years. I could have been analyzing this theme in my life, with the passing into a new school year, or just listening to REO Speedwagon. Whatever …

Becca Clemons Wayne’s World is on!!! July 3, 2009 at 10:53 p.m.Comment Like

If you haven’t seen this movie, you don’t deserve to be a teenager (unless you’ve never

used the phrase “That’s what she said,” which I challenge you to tell me you haven’t).

Becca Clemons is �illing out job

applications

June 11, 2009 at 8:11 p.m.Comment Like

Ask me if I ever followed up on any of those job applications. Spoiler alert: I didn’t.

Becca Clemons is...

May 28, 2009 at 9:47 p.m.Comment Like

There’s clearly some kind of introspection here, but the vagueness of this update shields me from getting it. What were you thinking, self? Pondering existence? Leaving your mental state “To be continued…”?

Becca Clemons is hating AP studying

May 5, 2009 at 10:37 p.m.Comment Like

A staple of a hearty high school career! If not AP studying, any studying can fi ll this void for every school boy/girl, or maybe it’s just the thought of studying that generates the hateful feeling.

Becca Clemons …is super tired.

March 8, 2009 at 5:04 p.m.Comment Like

A pretty typical update for the typical teenager, prone to complain incessantly about trials that will no doubt seem trivial in a few years, if they don’t already!

Becca Clemons survived the

inauguration

January 21, 2009 at 10:00 p.m.Comment Like

One of the most memorable events in our short teenaged lives was Barack Obama’s election as president of the United States. Anyone who joined Mr. Lowery and Coach D on this trip will probably say they wouldn’t do it again – Washington, D.C. in mid-January? 1.8 million people crammed into the National Mall? No, thank you, it

was an insane idea the fi rst time – yet, I’m glad I didn’t miss it.

Becca Clemons needs something to doOctober 22, 2008 at 12:00 p.m.Comment Like

The fact that I conceived this thought and made it my Facebook status is an embarrassing exposition of naivety – for one, I now hold the belief that there’s ALWAYS something to do (granted you are sitting around your home and not stuck in a simply boring situation that has absolutely no potential for improvement – i.e. that mandatory four-hour driving class), and secondly, I have many interests and can fi nd a way to enjoy at least one of them during my spare time.

Becca Clemons is exhausted from the

wild crazy night...ha

March 13, 2008 at 1:48 a.m.Comment Like

I have no idea what the wild craziness was or what that casual “ha” implies, yet something tells me this night in my sophomore year probably doesn’t top the memories I’ve had since. It’s a slightly saddening thought that simple pleasures don’t always hold as much weight as they used to, but it also keeps me optimistic for my remaining high school days and college years.

Becca Clemons chillin! July 21, 2007 at 2:58 p.m.Comment Like

Short and sweet, but so fi tting. After fi nishing my freshman year of high school, what else was there to do but “chill” all summer? I was too young to get a job, too young to drive and too young to see R-rated movies by myself. It was hard to get into a high degree of mischief at this time – but don’t worry, freshman, you’ll have yours.

Becca Clemons is getting the heck out of Dodge

BECCA CLEMONSmanaging editor

(a goodbye column)

May 201012 OPINIONS

PAIGE RIETVELDstaff writer

Policy

Several campus issues have students questioning the validity of the policy-making. Students were asked, If you could change one school policy, what would it be and why?

When I was fi ve, I got a sleek bright blue “big-girl” bike with a horn and precautionary training wheels. My dad, sister and I would go for bike rides weekly, touring the town from atop a throne of comfort and juvenile content. I sped alongside the train tracks, imagining that I was battling the engine, and my dad would cheer me on until I crossed the make-believe fi nish line just seconds before the train did. I was a highly accomplished street racer, that is, until the day my dad told me it was time to take off the training wheels. At age six, I felt betrayed. Surely my dad, an obvious proponent for my well-being and fully operational skeleton, would not jeopardize my safety and snatch away the roots of my cycling success. I didn’t know how to react. I resisted the change and stalled the action as long as I could because I was afraid of the unknown. A bike without training wheels had great potential for failure and danger, detriments I was not quite ready to face at my vulnerable age. To alleviate this fear, my dad and I spent countless hours practicing, me clad in every type of protective pad possible. Fortunately,

these safety measures were unnecessary as I accomplished the feat of training wheel-free biking without any conversations with the pavement, but it was still a momentous mental adjustment. I had achieved a milestone in my life; I was liberated. Flash-forward 11 years. Again, I stand poised at a landmark transition of my life: leaving home and going to college. My entire senior year has revolved around what is going to happen next year. I was forced to make complicated and life-changing decisions, spend hours applying to universities and for scholarships and realize the drastic transformations my daily routine was about to undergo. I was confused and scared. Then, for Christmas, I was surprised with a vintage yellow beach cruiser bicycle with a white basket and a bell, meant to be my mode of transportation around whichever college campus I would call home in the fall. Mounting that bike for the fi rst time reminded me of how I felt when I was six years old, trying to learn to ride without the added support of training wheels. I laughed at how silly I had been, fearing something so inevitable and unstoppable and doubting

myself. I pedaled down the deserted street on that dreary Christmas morning. My family was on the porch, watching me ride until I turned the corner into solitude. I pictured myself riding that beauty across campus next year, headed to an environmental policy class, confi dent and tall on the cushy white seat. Then I realized that it was foolish to fear the inevitable; I would be going to college soon, and there were no two ways around it. But that didn’t mean that I should cower in the potential of failure or reject the opportunity to move into a new environment and be challenged. Rather, I should embrace the potential to excel and learn and experience life. Graduation fast approaches and ultimate freedom looms at its tail like a streamer soaring from the end of a sky high kite. I cannot deny that I am still a little nervous to embark on the journey of the rest of my life, especially since the story begins in a brand new place with brand new people. But I do fi nd some comfort in knowing that I’ll be there on my trusty bike which can always carry me home.

Taking off the training wheels

T here is something exhilarating about soaring down a steep hill, eyes shut tight against the whipping wind, hair

blowing furiously, thighs burning from the climb to the top, sweaty palms wrapped tightly around the handlebars of a vintage yellow bicycle. For just a second, there is no control or fear, just freedom and elation. It’s a moment not measured by time but by innocent cackles of laughter and joy. That adrenaline was especially enchanting in my youth. I remember tooling around downtown LaGrange on my tricycle as a three year old. My favorite teddy bear, Cadbury, securely strapped in my basket and Barney sunglasses drifting down my nose, I would circle the block for hours. I felt secure and stable on the solid iron frame as I raced against my imaginary friend. There was no chance of injury, no reason to be scared, just a long stretch of sidewalk and 30 more minutes before the sunset.

CHELSEA CORBINeditor in chief

Seniors �lip the kickstand of life and pedal to potential

photos by BethAnn Harvey

“Exemptions for fi nals, because if you work hard for it all year, you want that reward.”

Michael Stone, junior

“Dress code, especially the holes in our jeans; as long as [the holes] aren’t revealing, they should be all right.”

Dominique Stillman, sophomore

“[The] hall pass policy, so students that have things to do can do them, like go to their lockers or to the bathroom.”

Matthew Hillebrandt, freshman

“I don’t think I would change anything because [the policies] aren’t that strict at all.”

Gabe Butkus, sophomore

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May 2010 OPINIONS 13

THE ‘BL CK’New schedule’s expectations fall short

In assessing this year, many students are discussing the overload of stress it has caused. According to many, the new seven-period schedule is to blame. At the end of last year, students didn’t know what to expect from the seven periods and signed up for the same classes, causing many to have advanced and Advanced Placement classes back to back. Block scheduling resulted in semester courses, shortening the amount of time students had to retain a class’ content in order to pass i t s fi nal. A co n ce r n with the d i f f i c u l t schedule is that students have to remember the class’ content for the entirety of the 10-month school year. “I’m scared for fi nals because we have to remember what we learned from the beginning of the year,” Calyn Crawford, junior, said. Students aren’t the only ones aff ected by the change in scheduling. This year, teachers had to rearrange class plans in order to fi ll in extra time or make up for lost time. Classes that were only a semester long now have additional time overall for students, but many teachers do not feel this way. As students sit in class, most feel as though the teacher is rushing to beat the bell, handicapping the lesson and leading to less understanding of the subject. Although students have double the stress, teachers are continuing to push the students just as hard and are holding them to the same standards. Narcissistic behavior pushes teachers to believe their respective

who were not proactive about their grades toward the beginning of the year. If one failed to comprehend the material or do homework in the fi rst semester, then he or she most likely struggled to raise grades in the second semester. Along with continuous grades come continuous grudges. If students have bad reputations with their teachers at the beginning of the year, then they will be stuck with that reputation for the entirety of the year. A teacher’s attitude toward the student can then aff ect his or her work, causing less inspiration to change at all. “Seven classes have put more stress on me because I have more homework and can’t do it all,” Grant Johnson, junior, said. Many classes assign homework every night, so students sometimes go home having six or seven periods of homework on top of any extracurricular activities they may have after school. In order to deal with this stress, some students opt to not do their homework in order to maintain their sanity. Because of the stress, some advanced students are opting to take easier classes so they can maintain high GPAs. When colleges go to look at their transcripts, they won’t see as many advanced classes, and college admissions boards won’t understand that taking easier classes was key to the student’s educational survival. The seven period schedule has these many fl aws, but it has also helped many students. “Seven periods seem to make the day go

faster,” Tim Hoey, junior, said. Overall, the seven period

scheduling has taken a toll on students grades and mentalities. Those who were once confi dent with their school work

find themselves struggling to maintain good grades in their classes. Students who often took all advanced and AP classes are signing up for easier classes in order to prepare for next year’s foreboding stress. Because other schools are now adopting the seven-period mistake, Oldham County must adapt to the anxiety by simply lowering its standards. In an environment where a fi nal grade assesses an experience, my grade for this seven-period year is a C.

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KATHERINE BENGEbusiness manager

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According to DoSomething.org, 1.2 million students drop out of high school in the U.S. each year. Whether its because classes aren’t interesting, students aren’t motivated or merely because they are failing, it is entirely unacceptable. Some teens see dropping out as a way to remove school from their lives entirely. They want to hang out with their friends, go to parties and have social lives. School does not fi t into their schedules. This lifestyle is simply ignorant. Statistics show that dropouts will be far more likely to spend their lives periodically unemployed, on government assistance or cycling in and out of the prison system. What makes this even worse is that the dropout problem is likely to increase substantially through 2020 unless signifi cant improvements are made. There are an abundance of reasons one should not drop out. First, although it sounds simple, socialization is a rather important behavior you learn while in school. It helps you learn how to interact with peers for future situations. Likewise, while you may have your parents to help you out now, they won’t be there forever. Additionally, according to distance-education.org, minimum wage isn’t enough to pay for basic needs in most areas of the country. No parent should have to bear fi nancial responsibility for any grown child. Furthermore, high school dropouts will be competing against high school and college graduates for the rest of their lives. Life itself is a competition, and when you’re young, an education really gives you an edge when you’re searching for a job and don’t have much work experience. Few dropouts have admirable reasons for quitting school, and some don’t weigh their decisions very carefully. In 2005, the average income of a high school dropout was $17,299; the average income of someone who obtained a high school degree was $26,933. You’d think staying in school for two more years would be worth the extra $9,634. Since teens aren’t fully matured yet, they typically make regretful decisions. If we were to enforce the consequences, then perhaps students would have a little longer to consider alternatives and realize dropping out isn’t the thing to do.

CHLOE SEDORISstaff writer

Drop out cop outIt pays to stay in school

illustration by Caroline Collins

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The Art Institute of Ohio -

CincinnatiLanham, Desiree (Media arts and

animation)

Asbury UniversityGonia, Jeremiah (Undecided)

Berea CollegeWallace, Rylie (Education)

Bellarmine UniversityArmstrong, Jake (Undecided)

Boyd, Lauren (Nursing)

Brodie, John (Music technology)

Gowen, Bruce (Psychology)

Grieshaber, Shallon (Nursing)

Knezevich, James (Engineering)

Leese, Marissa (Business administration)

Pehlke, Leah (Education)

Reinbold, Jessica (Pre-physical therapy, exercise

science)

Rua, Ruby (Pre-physical therapy)

Bluegrass Community and Technical

CollegeAhmann, Ross (Undecided)

Burkhead, Cody (Business)

Collins, Adam (Undecided)

Brigham Young UniversityStolworthy, Julie (Performing arts)

Brigham Young University - IdahoChace, Elizabeth (Music, performing arts)

Hammond, Brittany (Nursing)

Brown Mackie CollegeEdens, Deidra (Veterinarian technician)

Campbellsville UniversityCohen, Maggie (Nursing)

Deaton, Christopher (Music composition,

music theory)

Moyer, Kelly (Physical therapy, nutrition)

Capital UniversityBryant, Chase (Business management)

Daymar CollegeHoladay, Kaite (Medical

assistance)

Eastern Kentucky UniversityAbrams, Rachel (Education)

Clark, Anna (Spanish, family studies)

Dunaway, Daniel (Agriculture education)

Farrow, Katie (Nursing)

Frank, Nicholas (Herpetology)

Lindebrekke, Karly (Criminal justice - pro�iling)

Loranger, Renée (Aviation, professional �light)

Lyon, Justin (Professional �light)

McGrath, Kayla (Athletic training)

Pierce, Justin (Airport management)

Shannon, Austin (Weather)

Toth, Michael (Undecided)

Valenzuela, Michael (Athletic training)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityMorriss, Max (Motor craft aeronautics)

Empire Hair Design SchoolMinnock, Breanne (Cosmetology)

Tincher, Ashley (Cosmetology)

Elmhurst College

Hamby, Chase (Pre-medical)

Florida CollegeOdle, Caleb (Pre-medical,

internal medicine)

Gainesville State CollegePowell, Royce (History)

Galen CollegeCompton, Emily (Nursing)

Tidwell, Melissa (Nursing)

Georgetown College

Masters, Matt (Engineering)

GM Technical CollegeRumsey, Elisha (Automotives)

Hawaii Paci�ic UniversityLorenz, Amanda (Psychology)

Indiana University

SoutheastAdkins, Courtney (Nursing in forensics)

Allen, Shea (Criminal justice)

Engel, Megan (Biology)

Haynes, Whitney (Undecided)

Higgs, Kirsten (Undecided)

Jackson, Kori (Psychology)

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Marchegion, Reagan (Nursing in criminal

forensics)

Swank, Dylan (Undecided)

ITT Technical InstituteMorrison, Chris (Graphic/game design)

Jefferson Community and

Technical CollegeAder, Ben (Accounting)

Ashley, Ben (Undecided)

Bell, Daniel (Accounting)

Brown, Zach (Undecided)

Burget, Catherine (Pharmacy)

Burget, Victoria (Veterinarian)

Cundiff, Laramie (Criminal justice)

Cushing, Beth (Undecided)

Ef�inger, Robert (Undecided)

Green, Patrick (Business)

Hart, Alicia (Registered nurse)

Hulet, Erica (Graphic design)

Johnson, Alex (Undecided)

McRoberts, David (Wielding or automotives)

Miller, Ben (Automotive technician)

Parrish, Cherry (Psychology)

Ray, Tiffany (Undecided)

Reinbold, Holly (Primary child care)

Rowan, Travis (Undecided)

Russ, Quintin (Psychology)

Sadler, Josh (Psychology)

Scott, Dillard (Undecided)

Sexton, Michael (Undecided)

Shockley, Andrew (Automotives)

Smith, Ben (Undecided)

Stant, Julee (Veterinary assistance)

Strause, Ian (Graphic design)

Sullivan, Caleb (Undecided)

Wathen, Branden (Undecided)

Wernert, Krysta (Registered nurse)

Wisdom, Morgan (Dental hygiene)

Woods, Kara (Mechanics)

Jefferson Community and Technical

College, Carrollton

Schureck, Alex (Undecided)

Johns Hopkins UniversityDurcanova, Beata (Neuroscience)

Kentucky State University

Hunter, KK (Physical therapy)

LDS Business CollegeLangford, Tyler (Business management)

MilitaryAbner, Wesley (Marines)

Crowe, Michael (Air force)

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Floyd, Niilo (Marines)

Goodrum, Ishmel (Marines)

Guilford, Paul (Marines)

Hunt, James (Army)

Petty, Andrew (Army)

Spicer, Steven (Army)

Weakley, Stephanie (Navy)

Wilkinson, Ercil (Marines)

Yepko, Kirk (Marines)

Monroe Community CollegeEllison, Tyler (Law enforcement)

Motorcycle Mechanic InstituteLakes, Kyle (Motorcycle technician)

Murray State UniversityJeseo, Jared (Music education)

Major, Nick (Undecided)

Whitewood, Kaitlyn (Pre-veterinary)

Northern Kentucky UniversityBlair, Jon (Graphic design)

Dunne, Taylor (Computer science)

Farris, Tim (Psychology)

Fletcher, Austin (Sports medicine or sports

management)

Galanos, Kaity (Journalism)

Garrett, Stephen (Information technology)

Heredia, Osvaldo (Psychology)

Leanhart, Anthony (Elementary education)

Zabel, Elyssa (Theatre arts)

Northwestern UniversityCorbin, Chelsea (Journalism)

Ohio State UniversityPoche, Chris (Undecided)

Ohio Technical CollegeGorbandt, Ryan (Diesel mechanics)

Johnson, Jeff (Undecided)

Paul Mitchell SchoolTalavera, Haillie (Cosmetology)

Samford UniversityGrogan, Claire (Secondary

education, biology)

Seattle Central Community CollegeYu, Jacqueline (Undecided)

Somerset Community CollegePence, Justin (Mechanics)

Spencerian CollegeFitzpatrick, Andrew (Medical massage therapy)

Sercye, Kierra (Nursing)

Southern Virginia UniversityTincher, Andrew (Dentistry)

Sullivan College of Technology and

DesignGoldsmith, Zach (Networking)

Sullivan UniversityBrown, Tyler (Culinary arts)

Collins, Andrea (Culinary arts, baking, pastry)

Cook, Leslie (Graphic design)

Edison, Melissa (Child care)

Flournoy, Brandon (Law enforcement)

Morrison, Bryan (Business management)

Plappert, Joseph (Computer maintenance)

Satchwell, Emily (Baking)

Schuppert, Nathan (Culinary arts, hospitality)

Trebuna, Brianna (Culinary arts)

Wimsatt, Jessica (Culinary arts)

Texas A&M - Corpus ChristiKohnke, Shalece (Education)

Texas A&M at Galveston

Maritime Marine AcademyMiller, Brianna (Marine biology and marine

transportation)

Undecided/other pursuitsAdams, Chris

Allen, Oechsli

Aponte, Tabatha

Applegate, Kalin (Cosmetology)

Compton, Christina (Child care)

Fortner, Garrett

Jones, Shelby

Lehto, Alex

Lemus, Nancy

Lopez, Luis

Matsen, Conor (Hockey)

McCarrick, Brittany

McGregor, Adam

Miller, Katie

Moore, Ashley

Morris, Garrett

Neuner, Austin

Pence, Bradley

Reynolds, William

Rumer, Jay

San Javier, Jose

Santoyo, Juan

Smith, Rene

Spillman, Olivia

Stewart, Zach

Weinman, Bryan

United States Air Force AcademyCran�ill, Rachel (Aeronautical engineering)

University of Alaska, FairbanksMillam, Sarah (Wildlife biology and conservation)

University of Colorado at BoulderKelley, Rachael (Environmental studies)

University of KentuckyAlvarez, Lizbeth (Education)

Beaven, Katie (Engineering)

Billingsley, Brock (Horticulture, business

management)

Blandford, Cheyanne (Liberal arts)

Clauser, Nick (Entrepreneurship)

Clemons, Becca (Journalism, philosophy)

Collins, Caroline (Psychology)

Conn, Rachel (Undecided)

Cornett, Cheyenne (Nursing)

Doan, Tyler (Japanese, international business)

Ertel, Hannah (Speech therapy)

Farmer, Melanie (Undecided)

Fowler, Kelsey (Nursing)

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Hat�ield, Corey (Secondary mathematics

education)

Hazlewood, Brandon (Sociology, criminology)

Hedges, Adam (Biology)

Howard, Angela (Biology)

Howley, Austin (Aviation)

Ingram, Tyler (Engineering)

Jones, Zach (Undecided)

Kaseta, Alicia (Dietetics, human nutrition)

Keaton, Adam (Undecided)

Lewis, Derrick (Chemistry)

Martin, Heather (Music education)

McDonald, David (Music education)

Mitchen, Kelsey (Kinesiology or nursing)

Neel, Danielle (Education)

Norton, Ben (Physics, mathematics, music

composition)

Norton, Zak (Kinesiology)

Orwick, Amelia (Journalism)

Pearson, Brandy (Food science)

Persky, Jake (Biology, pre-physical therapy)

Roberts, Paxton (Economics, management)

Shackelford, Blake (Physical therapy)

Shawd, Patrick (Pharmacy)

Sherry, Elizabeth (Elementary education)

Smith, Jesse (Business)

Stephens, Wiley (Criminal justice)

Strother, Darryl (Pre-communication disorders)

Taylor, Billy (Engineering)

Thurman, Gabe (Undecided)

Tisdale, Kelly (Nursing)

Torres, Joseph (Russian)

Wells, Abagail (Undecided)

Wilson, Tabby (Nursing)

Worthington, Bryan (Biology)

University of LouisvilleAdams, Myron (Art)

Bennett, Berkeley (Undecided)

Chesak, Renel (Biology)

Coffey, Mark (Undecided)

Dabbs, Cole (Psychology, pre-medical)

Davenport, Sam (Computer engineering)

Dillingham, Dustin (Business)

Edison, Ashley (Undecided)

Flener, Amber (Undecided)

Gessner, Alex (General engineering)

Good�leisch, Scott (Business, history)

Gorsick, Cynthia (Psychology)

Heath, Codi (Nursing)

Isaacs, Darren (Engineering)

Isgrigg, Brad (Undecided)

Keiffer, Mack (Music)

Kesel, Emma (Undecided)

Marcello, Anthony (Undecided)

Miller, Camden (Biomedical engineering)

Money, Cheyanne (Biology, chemistry)

Moore, Matt (English)

Morris, Lauren (Music education)

Mosser, Carson (Undecided)

Murphy, Ryan (Undecided)

Oberfrank, Justin (Pre-medical)

Obradovich, Kiley (Education)

Parise, Daniel (Undecided)

Schulz, Chris (Nursing)

Schuster, Adam (Engineering)

Smith, Zachary (Horticulture, turf

management)

Sturgeon, Savannah (Biology)

Townsend, Megan (Elementary education)

Tran, Irena (Art, pre-medical)

Tromba, Paul (Music education, pre-medical)

Turner, Connor (English, psychology)

Vogelgesang, Samuel (Civil engineering)

Walsh, Tyler (Mechanical engineering)

Walton, Brandon (Biology)

Williams, Nathan (Undecided)

University of MarylandLoftis, Corbin (Chinese language/literature

University of NebraskaHennings, Joel (Computer engineering)

University of PittsburghSimpson, Truman (Human nutrition, pre-

physical therapy)

University of Southern IndianaFouch, Stephanie (Journalism, business)

University of the CumberlandsCook, Brandon (Undecided)

Vanderbilt

UniversityWallace, Dalen (Civil

engineering, pre-medical)

Western Kentucky UniversityAllen, Vincent (Undecided)

Asad, Samira (Journalism, political science)

Barmantje, JJ (Information systems)

Brewer, Nick (Computer graphics)

Brickey, Audra (Elementary education)

Claxon, Lauren (Elementary education)

Cornell, Sarah (Music education)

Crawford, Courtney (Sports medicine)

Droste, Courtney (Undecided)

Feldman, James (Psychology)

Forsythe, Alyssa (Veterinarian)

Hatton, Michael (Undecided)

Kesting, Ashley (Broadcast journalism)

Lape, Emily (Undecided)

Lawson, Emanuel (Hydraulic engineering)

Lytes, Rana (Visual arts)

Major, Scott (Physical therapy)

Miller, Corey (Psychology)

Montgomery, Lindsey (Nursing)

Pfaff, Chris (Business management)

Rothman, Stephanie (Broadcast journalism)

Simpson, Brittani (Music education)

Templet, Cate (Public relations)

Weishaar, Kale (Military science)

Wittenberg UniversityBrady, Teddy (Marketing, biology)

Campbell, Chris (Political science)

Xavier UniversityGolemboski, Annie (Social work)

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“Waste not, want not.”

Alex Alex

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“Let’s go do stuff.”

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RuaRuaThe role model

“Failure is not an option.”

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ChaceChaceThe philanthropist

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Top 15 things to do before ki ckingthe hi gh s chool bucket

Go on a road trip Go on a road trip with friends.with friends.It doesn’t matter where you go, as long as you have your best chums, a tub of hummus and a full tank of gas with you.

Swim in Crystal Lake.Swim in Crystal Lake.It’s the closest thing we have to a beach around here, plus a refreshing dip can keep the summer’s heat at bay (pun intended).

Read “The Perks of Read “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” Being a Wallflower” or “The Catcher in or “The Catcher in the Rye.”the Rye.”Both classics have been placed on banned-book lists, and both deal with growing up in high school — perfect guides to the inner workings of the teenage mind.

Go to Waffle House, IHOP or Go to Waffle House, IHOP or Steak ‘n Shake any time after Steak ‘n Shake any time after 2 a.m.2 a.m.Nothing brings friends together better than a milkshake, chocolate chip-covered waffl es or a stack of fl apjacks in the wee hours of the morning.

Get kicked out of Get kicked out of Wal-Mart.Wal-Mart.I suggest playing either tag, hide ‘n’ go seek, capture the fl ag, Marco Polo, or bumper cars with the carts.

Paint up at a sporting event, dye Paint up at a sporting event, dye your hair a crazy color or make a your hair a crazy color or make a t-shirt with you favorite player’s t-shirt with you favorite player’s number.number.We got spirit, yes we do; we got spirit, how ‘bout you?!

Learn to play an instrument.Learn to play an instrument.Whether it is a few chords on the guitar or something exotic like the washboard or kazoo, this is another great skill to add to your repertoire.

Go to at least one Go to at least one high school drama high school drama production.production.The actors work hard to achieve one goal, to entertain you, so what is there to lose?

Hot tub, trampoline Hot tub, trampoline or pool hopping. or pool hopping. Find a residential location within a quarter mile vicinity and race your friends to the next checkpoint.

Go to a mattress store and Go to a mattress store and jump on the beds.jump on the beds.Sometimes it’s nice to just kick back and act like a kid.

Attend a bonfire.Attend a bonfire.It doesn’t require scary stories, but it’s a great place to meet new people or get closer to those you already know.

Learn to do laundry.Learn to do laundry.This essential skill is one that everyone should be able to do before encountering a washing machine in college.

Go to a drive-in.Go to a drive-in.It was fun in the 50s, and hasn’t lost its charm.

Go to a concert.Go to a concert.See your favorite bands or hit up a national festival like Warped Tour or Abbey Road on the River.

Have a movie night.Have a movie night.Pop in a classic fl ick or cheesy fi lm, pull up a couch cushion and pass around the popcorn with your best mates.

CHRIS POCHEproduction editor

20 FEATURES May 2010

Then and now Now and laterComparisons between past ambitions

and current goals

Re�lections on high school and hopes

for the future

JULIE STOLWORTHYopinions editor

As young children, we are always asked what we want to be when we grow up. How often do we actually pursue those careers? When and why do we give up those dreams of being an astronaut, the president or an actor?

For some, it is when reality sets in and we understand how diffi cult it will be to achieve such ambitions. Other times, we gain new interests as experience opens our eyes to diff erent opportunities. As we begin to approach the next stage in our lives, we have clearer views of the future we have set up for ourselves. Here are some seniors who shared their views regarding the contrast between their childhood dreams and their current aspirations.

Q: What advice would you give to underclassmen?

Q: What are you looking forward to the most after high school?

Q: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Name:Name: Elyssa ZabelMajor:Major: Theatre arts“When I was little, I wanted to be a teacher. I’d still love to teach one day, but I feel a stronger need to pursue theatre while I’m young.”

Name:Name: Tyler WalshMajor:Major: Mechanical engineering“Every little boy wants to grow up to be a police offi cer.”

Name:Name: Emma KeselMajor:Major: Undecided

“I wanted to be a mom … I’m going to wait until later to do

that.”

Name:Name: Chase BryantMajor:Major: Business

management“It was always my dream to be a professional soccer player.

Reality kind of took its toll and things change.”

Name:Name: Marissa LeeseMajor:Major: Business administration“I’ve always had a strong love for animals and wanted to be a vet. It changed when I passed out after seeing a cat get spayed when I was volunteering.”

Name:Name: Caleb OdleMajor:Major: Internal medicine

“I wanted to be a Power Ranger (the red one). I think that

changed because I learned that there isn’t technology to do the stuff they did. But once it is possible, I will suit up!”

A:A: Take classes that are more essential to what

you’re interested in. I wish someone had told me that.

A:A: Going to college to be a musical composition

major. It’ll be really interesting to work with professional composers and have my own

compositions performed.

A: In a house with my two pets, enjoying life

and drinking a milkshake.

A:A: The Latino Leadership and College

Experience Camp two summers ago. Basically, Hispanic students got together and

learned how to get into college and be leaders, which helped me a lot.

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“That’s what she said.” “Same-sies.” “Shake and

bake.”

5. “This one time, at band camp …” – “American Pie”6. “No no, this is legit.” – “Road Trip” 7. “Oh, snap!” – “Zoolander”8. “Haha … Classic.” – “The Hangover”9. “Same-sies.” – “Superbad”10. “Don’t mess with the bull; you’ll get the horns.” – “The Breakfast Club11. “Can you deal with that?” – “Meet the Parents”

12. “Danger is my middle name.” – “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery”13. “Alllllrighty then.” – “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective”14. “Strange things are afoot at the Circle K.” –“Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure” 15. “Shake and bake.” – “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby”

on a daily basis. May the Force be with you.

1. “That’s what she said.” –“Wayne’s World”2. “She doesn’t even go here.” – “Mean Girls”3. “No, I will not make out with you!” – “Billy Madison”4. “I’m kind of a big deal.” – “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy”

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A day in the life of... a Marine pooleeMarine pooleeCHELSEA CORBINeditor in chief

SAMIRA ASADsports editor

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‘Bout the Marine Corps ‘Bout the Marine Corps bein’ mighty bold.bein’ mighty bold.It’s more than true and we It’s more than true and we have seen,have seen,There’s nothin’ easy ‘bout There’s nothin’ easy ‘bout bein’ a Marine.bein’ a Marine.Sound off 1, 2,Sound off 1, 2,Track lap 3, 4,Track lap 3, 4,1, 2, 3, 4 … feel the sweat 1, 2, 3, 4 … feel the sweat outpour.outpour.

Climbin’ stairs and Climbin’ stairs and skippin’ down.skippin’ down.Then for push ups on the Then for push ups on the ground.ground.30 Marine style without a 30 Marine style without a break,break,Out in the hot sun, sure to Out in the hot sun, sure to bake.bake.Water break 1, 2,Water break 1, 2,Breathe deep 3, 4,Breathe deep 3, 4,1, 2, 3, 4 … these Marines 1, 2, 3, 4 … these Marines are hardcore.are hardcore.

Staff Sgt. Wilson won’t Staff Sgt. Wilson won’t take no smack,take no smack,For that a series of sprints For that a series of sprints on the track. on the track. After an hour we issue a After an hour we issue a plea,plea,We’re just not cut out to be We’re just not cut out to be poolees!poolees!Cool down 1, 2, Cool down 1, 2, Salute Sarge 3, 4,Salute Sarge 3, 4,1, 2, 3, 4 … tomorrow we’re 1, 2, 3, 4 … tomorrow we’re gonna be sore!gonna be sore!

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If you are looking for something fun to do this summer, spending your evenings on the Harbor Lawn at Louisville’s Waterfront Park downtown may be the place for you. Every last Wednesday of the month, from April 21 to September 29, 91.9 WFPK sponsors the WFPK Waterfront Wednesday Concert Series, featuring upcoming artists. The lawn is a great atmosphere for families, excluding pets, and admission is free. Food is not regularly served, but drink carts are available. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to relax during the performances. Gates open at 5 p.m., but starting times vary. For more information, call (502) 814-6518 or visit louisvillepublicmedia.org.

Blackle.com, a website created by Heap Media, is taking small steps to save energy with its predominately black-backgrounded site. Blackle, powered by Google Custom Search allows users to search the Web with much of the searching power that Google off ers. Typically, it requires more energy for

MICHAEL ROUPonline editor

CASSIDY BLISS

staff writer

BROOKE GORBANDTstaff writer

a monitor to display a light or white screen than a black one; however, some types of monitors are less aff ected by the color change than others. Some types of screens, such as LED screens, have a backlight that is always on when the monitor is running. These are not aff ected as much by the color change that is provided by Blackle. Other monitors, such as plasma and OLED screens do not have a backlight and save more energy when Blackle is used rather than Google. To date, approximately 1,844 kilowatt

lovely afternoons, including enjoying a nice cold ice cream cone, or enjoying a movie in an untraditional setting, a drive in. For a pleasant sunny afternoon, here are some local ice cream hot spots along with a few local drive-ins for your joy and entertainment.

hours have been saved by Blackle users since its inception in 2007. Using the dark background of Blackle, enough energy has been saved to power a 60-watt light bulb for almost three and a half years. Although it saves energy, the search engine lacks some major features that are found on Google. Blackle only provides a web search, leaving out the picture, map, news, video and other searches available with Google. Yet the energy-saving potential of Blackle is great when used for simple searches.

An old idiom claims that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Freecycle.org emulates this philosophy by providing a venue in which people may give away unwanted objects as well as receive desired ones, all for free. Instead of discarding miscellaneous objects, users “freecycle” them and help to eliminate clutter in landfi lls, also helping to cut down the need for manufactured goods. Membership is free, and Oldham County and Louisville harbor their own freecycling networks. From washers and dryers to doghouses and coupons, virtually anything is available to claim or donate. In eff orts to reduce, reuse, and recycle, don’t throw it away; give it away!

option goes black and green

Sweets and screensTop summertime rituals for popular outdoor fun

MANDY HOGUEstaff writer

Blackle offers eco-friendly internet search capabilities

The Homemade Ice Cream and Pie Kitchen3598 Springhurst Blvd

(502) 326-8990

Cold Stone Creamery2015 South Hurstbourne Parkway

(502) 499-7750

Ben & Jerry’s2745 South Hurstbourne Parkway

(502) 499-6658

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream700 Lyndon Lane

(502) 425-9436

It’s the time of year when the weather begins to warm up and students begin to spend more time outdoors in the sun. There are plenty of ways to spend these

Georgetown Drive-In8200 State Road 64Georgetown, Ind.(812) 951-2616

Sky-Vue Twin Drive-In5909 Lexington Road Winchester, Ky.(859) 744-6663

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Students travel abroad for a cultural experience

While some kids hit the beach or the pool this summer, a select few students

and recent graduates will be boarding an international fl ight to Europe for two weeks of enriching sightseeing and guided tours. Under the careful eye of Lynnette Newkirk, social studies teacher, the students will visit many historical sites in Florence, Rome, and

the cosmopolitan City of Lights, Paris. This will be Newkirk’s second year taking the 3,000-mile journey across the Atlantic to accompany students on an informative and memorable trip. The Europe trip is usually scheduled every other year, but Newkirk said that if there is enough interest, that she would put together a group to go summer 2011. “I always look forward to the trip,” Newkirk said. “My favorite part is the London tour. There is so much art and history, and the shopping is great too.” Throughout the two-week journey, students

and chaperones will be accompanied by an Educational Tours staff er who will lead them through the bustling streets of London and inside the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. The program fee includes walking tours of London, Paris, and Rome, as well as visits to some of Europe’s most popular tourist attractions like the Colosseum and St. Peter’s Basilica. With most of us spending our summer lounging around the house or mowing the lawn, a lucky few will be jet-setting around the world, with a chance to toss a coin in the famed Trevi Fountain.

KAYLA ASCHENBECKnews editor

Open for businessAu revoir, America; Bonjour, Europe!Greenhouse offers plants

for purchase

As spring arrives, the greenhouse sprouts new life for the area. Open

every school day until 4 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the greenhouse off ers several varieties of plants for purchase by students, faculty, and county residents. Tended and cared for by those in the agriculture department, these plants make for an easy and well-priced buy.

BROOKE GORBANDTstaff writer

Geraniums in 6-inch pot - $3

Flats - Assorted annuals - $12 per fl at

Fern & Assorted Hanging Baskets - $12 eachAssorted plants in 4-inch pots -

3-gallon shrubs - $15

Gallon Perrenial Plants - $7 each or 3 for $15

Japanese Maples - $50 each

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May 2010 25REVIEWSREVIEWSA book for your thoughts ...Make summer reading an enjoyable experience this yearMATTHEW LAWSONstaff writer

CARLY BESSERstaff writer

reaches stardom with impressive style‘Adventures’ provides innovative beats for music fans

Overall, B.o.B has proven his appeal to all kinds of listeners. His tracks are attention-grabbing and don’t lose their creative appeal throughout entire

songs. This album is great for just about any music lover, and is defi nitely worth the $11.99.

Considered a rapper, singer, instrumentalist and song writer, artist B.o.B brings positive attention, high listener requests and plenty of airtime with his innovative new sound. His album, “The Adventures of Bobby Ray,” was released on April 27, 2010, and is available on iTunes. Both “Airplanes” and “Nothin’ on You” have claimed spots on iTunes’ top songs list, which leaves listeners wondering if the rest of B.o.B’s work is just as impressive. For pure rap, “Bet I” is a good choice. The synthesized track fi ts perfectly into the equation for a good modern rap song. B.o.B appeals to alternative junkies and people who would rather listen to real

instruments instead of synthesizers. His background beats for “Don’t Let Me Fall” and “Nothin’ on You” feature him playing acoustic guitars and pianos. Many rappers have attempted to successfully rap with beats that are out of their elements, but B.o.B achieves this the most eff ectively. One notable element is the lyrics of choruses when B.o.B chose to sing instead of rap. His rapping skills are impressive, yet it sounds like someone completely diff erent wrote his more alternative pieces. In songs like “Don’t Let Me Fall” and “Haterz Everywhere,” B.o.B’s words

compare to a disappointing elementary school poem. Better developed

lyrics would allow for more respectable fl exibility as an artist.

He sacrifi ces meaning in order to rhyme, something that artists should avoid. His infl uences are

multifaceted, and it is obvious in his song, “Mellow Fellow.” The ragtime style of this track as well as B.o.B’s R&B and rap

hybrid voice made it a fun and upbeat song that could easily be aired on public radio. B.o.B should collaborate

more alternative artists. This only occurred once in the song, “Nothin’ on You” with solo artist Bruno Mars. With his

rap expertise, and the established sound of another mellow band, B.o.B’s tracks could be twice as entertaining as they already are.

If you liked B.o.B, try:

Wiz Khalifa

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The Verdict

With the specter of summer reading on the horizon, many students are left with limited ideas of what to read to fulfi ll their summer reading assignments. An engaging and entertaining book is essential to making this annual process as pleasurable as possible. Here are a few suggestions for the uncertain summer reader.

The Baffl ing Mystery - “THE ABC MURDERS” by Agatha Christie Agatha Christie has intrigued readers for generations with her mind-boggling murders. For a reader craving a challenging and exciting mystery, “The ABC Murders” is the quintessential book. In “The ABC Murders,” the immortal and cunning detective Hercule Poirot must solve the case of the ABC murderer who kills people whose fi rst and last names begin with the same letter. Through remarkable

character and setting development and a unique twist on a seemingly typical murder mystery, Christie succeeds in challenging readers with an interesting and intriguing story.

The Extraordinary – “MAXIMUM RIDE: THE ANGEL EXPERIMENT” by James Patterson The fantasy genre has been immortalized by series such as Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. For a reader in search of the newest thrilling and extraordinary series, I would suggest “Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment.” “The Angel Experiment” is about a group of orphans who were altered genetically to have wings and the ability to fl y. When Angel, the youngest of “the Flock” is kidnapped for more experimentation, the rest of the group must work together to save her from captivity. “Maximum Ride,” though seemingly bizarre, is a creative, action-packed book that keeps the reader immersed. The connection between the characters and

their desires to save a dear friend makes readers anticipate whether characters’ striving eff orts will bring a happy ending.

The Forbidden Love – “HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET” by Jamie Ford As a guy, you wouldn’t expect me to enjoy a romance (and typically I do not choose to partake in their emotional storylines), yet this was one book that left me pleasantly satisfi ed when it was fi nished. “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet,” set in World War II era Seattle, follows the story of Henry, a Chinese man who refl ects on his past after the discovery of old Japanese possessions reminds him of his childhood. The story centers on Henry’s relationship with Keiko, a Japanese girl he meets at his school. Henry falls in love with Keiko but this love is threatened by the prejudice and discrimination of 1940s America. Through excellent character development and an engaging and realistic setting, “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” succeeds in getting even the most unconnected

reader involved in a story which explores the themes of prejudice, loyalty and devotion.

The Tear-Jerker – “TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE” by Mitch Albom Mitch Albom is best known for the book “The Five People You Meet in Heaven,” but this is by far his best work of literature. “Tuesdays with Morrie” is a true story which centers on Albom’s relationship with his old sociology professor, Morrie. Recently diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s disease, Morrie is nearing the end of his life but uses his fi nal years on earth to impart a message of humility and love. The message of this story will touch readers of all ages and backgrounds. In “Tuesdays with Morrie,” Albom writes with such honesty and passion. This book not only tells a heartwarming story but teaches the reader about life from the perspective of one who is about to leave it. The lessons and love “Tuesdays with Morrie” shows brought me to tears and gave me a diff erent view on what really matters in life. This is defi nitely one of the best books I have ever read.

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Complete with an education center, a local organics store and hiking trails, Crestwood’s Foxhollow Farm is a community resource unlike any other. The 1300-acre farm serves as the area’s “earth friendly” farm that employs an impressive array of methods to maintain an eco-friendly status. Deemed a “sustainable organic biodynamic” farm, Foxhollow earns its description and produces delicious and varied farm-fresh products close to home. The greatest attraction to the estate is the Farm Store. The broad windows and glass doors encourage sunlight to fi lter into the room, making even just browsing the unrefi ned stock feel organic and relaxing. The proximity of the market is refreshing as it is one of few venues that sells such an incredible variety of products from Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio vendors only. Fresh fl avors present in the farm’s prized grass-fed beef, milk and yogurt, freshly baked bread, local honey and jams and produce harvested daily on the farm easily trump their over-processed counterparts. Scented soy candles, soaps, personal hygiene products and more make the Farm Store a one-stop shop for local environmentally-friendly goods; there is a certain comfort that comes with buying products knowing where and how they were grown. Beyond growing produce and raising cattle organically, Foxhollow Farm is careful

to preserve the land it occupies as well. A granola-head’s dreamland, the farm practices farming techniques that sustain the earth around it. The completion of the walking trails give commendable notice to the native species residing in the woodlands. In combination with the education center, the farm complex is community-focused and driven which emulates its motto to remain faithful to its surroundings. Undoubtedly, the farm is an incredible resource for those seeking instruction in organic gardening and respecting nature, including for the schools and restaurants it services. There is no denying the growing demand for “green” as the eco-era unfolds. Foxhollow Farms answers that demand by being a well-established form of eco-friendly agriculture. The Farm Store acts as a year-round farmers market, fulfi lling a desire for local foodstuff s in all seasons. As many garden vegetables begin to ripen, endorse this nearby cornucopia of sustainable yields.

The VerdictFoxhollow Farm provides locals with fresh harvests and ideologies to feed the

growing hunger for sustainable products in Oldham County.

Downtown LaGrange is jam-packed with restaurants for a variety of taste preferences. There’s McDonalds for a classic hamburger, KFC to end those chicken cravings, Arby’s for a helping of curly fries, and now The Old Tyme Fudge Company to satisfy the yearning of any sweet tooth. Located right next to El Acapulco, this tasty spot sure knows fudge. As I scanned the diff erent fudge choices, including rocky road, coconut almond, dark chocolate, and the rest of the 32 fl avors of tempting fudge, the friendly owner, Mary Mudd off ered me a sample. I gladly accepted a taste of a classic favorite, cookies ‘n’ cream. The taste surpassed all of my expectations; it was so creamy and rich without an overpowering taste. The store name, The Old Tyme Fudge Company, is very fi tting to the sweet shop. They make all their own fudge in the store; you can even see it being made in the back. The store is set up like an old fashioned drug store center. However, fudge isn’t all they make the old fashioned way; they also create chocolate moldings, diff erent nut fl avors, and holiday themed treats. For my trip to the store, I just stuck to tasting fudge. I ended up purchasing the orange cream and the caramel butterscotch fl avors of fudge. Having only tried fudge a few times before in my life, I didn’t exactly know

how to prepare my taste buds for what was about to come. Slicing off a piece of caramel butterscotch and placing it in my mouth, I experienced instant satisfaction. With the fl avor being so simple, the recipe didn’t try to overdo a classic taste. As for the orange cream, I believe the store should consider renaming it to orange dreamsicle, because that’s what it tasted like. Again, such an original taste. The Fudge Company did a wondrous job not trying to modernize the taste, which in return could possibly mess up the fl avor. The location is perfect for this fudge paradise. Next to El Acapulco, enjoy an after-meal by walking a few feet and grabbing some desert at The Old Tyme Fudge Company. With the signature special deal of buy a pound, get a half pound free, this sugary shop appeals to all budgets and sweet tooth’s alike.

If you are on the hunt for something new in La Grange, or if you just have a craving for something sweet, The

Old Tyme Fudge Company is the place to go for friendly service, a refreshing old time atmosphere and fi rst-class fudge.

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CHELSEA CORBINeditor in chief

Foxhollow Farm earns ‘green thumb’ rating Old Tyme Fudge Company sweetens LaGrangeLocal organic farm grows fresh produce for community New shop hopes to rejuvenate local taste buds

If you liked Foxhollow Farm, try:

LaGrange Farmers Market

Bray Orchards & Roadside MarketJoe Huber Family Farm & OrchardJ

If you liked The Old Tyme Fudge Company, check out:

Serendipity Café & Gifts located on Main Street in LaGrange

Homemade Ice Cream & Pie Kitchen located in SpringhurstKaren’s Book Barn located on Main Street (has a café)

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SIDELINES

Baseball The baseball team is nearing the end of its regular season with a record of 16-10. The team will be competing in the district tournament at North Oldham May 25 with its fi rst game against South Oldham at 5:30 p.m.

Softball The girls regular season is coming to a close. The team has a record of 12-14. They will be taking on South Oldham May 24 in the fi rst round of the district tournament at Trimble County High School.

Track The girls track team continues to dominate the track as it holds on to the number 12 spot in the state. Many members of both the boys and girls teams will be competing in the regional tournament May 26 at Fern Creek High School.

Tennis The boys tennis team has had a decent season with a record of 5-8. The girls have been a bit more successful this season with a record of 10-4. Tom Schaller, Matt Stewart, Kyle Stewart and Josh Walker, juniors; and Drew Myers and Payton Roberts, sophomores; represented the boys team at the regional tournament May 17. Paxton Roberts, senior; Hannah Guest and Jessica Caswell, juniors; Nicole Muller, sophomore; and Kamber Heil and Claire Daugherty, freshmen; represented the girls team.

and begin to fulfi ll the desires you hold for yourself.

Calls that are made during gametime are

key ingredients in the fi nal outcome of the game; however, the decisions made when the clock is not running are what determine your destiny in the end. The short stretch of time between the fi rst and second half is the time when you get to look back on the fi rst two years and assess what they have brought you to. You will refl ect upon the bad calls, the perfect shots and see what worked best for you. You then get to look forward to the fi nal two years and determine which path you want to take. Will you maintain your position and play defense, just standing by while others rush around you to make the shots? Or will you stand on off ense, and push yourself to go for the goal? To most, two years seem like a long enough

amount of time to make every play you desire before the

clock hits zero. Due to this mindset, you may sit back and take it easy through the third quarter, maybe even sit the bench for a while. You’ll let your school work slip and watch people pass you by without taking in a single moment of the game. You may catch yourself saying, “I can’t wait to be a senior,” many times before the quarter ends. Don’t let yourself get so caught up in what’s to come that you don’t realize what is going on around you. Take in every moment, because once the buzzer sounds, you can’t go back.

The long awaited fourth quarter will creep up on you

As the fi nal buzzer prepares to sound, ending the class of 2010’s game, all

that is left to do is review the extensive four quarters that have brought us to this point. We’ve witnessed milestone plays, overcome heart-wrenching hurdles and have formed unbreakable bonds that go beyond the court. The middle school

years are spent practicing for the

game of high school you are about to partake in. You endure countless coaching sessions, warning you of the struggles you are going to face and preparing you for the independence you will receive. Despite the hours of preparation, when you enter through the doors of this new world, you are swept off your feet by an overwhelming rush of reality and you are left to fi nd a way to plant your feet fi rmly back on the ground.

After surpassing the period of shock and adjustment, a

term of trial and error begins. You will fi nd yourself interacting with new teammates, sometimes leaving old ones in the dust. You will try to change yourself and will struggle to fi nd a position that fi ts you best, or a position that gets you the most attention. However, as half time approaches, you will begin to realize that changing yourself to meet the standards of others will do nothing but lead to trouble. The teammates who accept you for what you have changed to be will only stick around for a short period of time until they leave you to defend yourself. You will come to fi nd that at some point you have to stop fulfi lling the wants of others

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sooner than you may think. The prospects of what this fi nal stretch has in store will excite you beyond belief and your dream of approaching the end will become an overwhelming reality. As you watch the clock slowly tick the seconds away, you will be led down a path of reminiscence. You’ll look back upon all the missed shots, close calls and genius plays that have helped develop you into the player you truly are. You’ll refl ect upon the numerous speeches of motivation given by the coaches that have helped you come to the point where you now stand. You’ll think of all the shots you wish you had made and realize how little time left you have to make them. You will wish desperately that the time left on the clock was a little longer and will begin to cherish every sweet second as it quickly ticks away.

The bittersweet sound of the fi nal buzzer will bring about celebration of the victory which you have just achieved. As you embrace your fellow teammates in excitement, an uplifting, yet saddening realization will come about. These people that surround you are the ones that have been there from the very fi rst tip-off at the beginning of the fi rst quarter. They have supported you through every play you made, no matter how crazy it may have seemed. Without them by your side, the game wouldn’t have been what it was. Now that the game has ended, you will all be going your separate ways to play your own games. When it’s all said and done, the shots, fouls, and the fi nal score will drift from your mind and memory, but the bonds you created throughout that life-changing game will stick with you through whatever journey precedes you. Samira Asad, Clarion Colonel News, signing off .

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28 SPORTS May 2010

Seniors chosen to advance to the next level in sports

For many students, sports uniforms are traded in for graduation gowns, marking the end of a high school athlete’s career. For others, opportunities to pursue athletic interests continue on with college level sports programs. These talented competitors demonstrate the commitment, drive, and ambition that marks dedication to any collegiate sport.

BROOKE DAUGHERTYcirculation manager

Kori JacksonIndiana University

Southeast

Dance Cheerleading Cross-Country

Claire GroganSamford

University

Soccer

Chase BryantCapital

University

Softball

Jessica ReinboldBellarmine University

Brooke LeanhartIndiana University

Southeast

Volleyball

Kelly MoyerCampbellsville

University

Rachel Cranfi llAir Force Academy

Basketball

Matt MastersGeorgetown

College

Golf

Leah PehlkeBellarmine University

Football

Chris CampbellWittenberg University

Brandon CookUniversity of the

Cumberlands

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Maggie CohenCampbellsville

University

Marissa LeeseBellarmine University

Whitney HaynesIndiana University

Southeast

Theiss made her mark in the sand by break-ing Remsing King’s triple jump record of 44 feet, 4 inches. Theiss jumped an impressive 44 feet, 8 1/2 inches, which caught her by surprise.

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Tennis matches can last as long as three hours, so a strong mental game is essential to a strong fi nish.

Chiseled arms are key to success in the shot put event.

Powerful legs and endurance are needed to stay in front of the pack in the long distance events.

A stable core helps Mason to pitch and bat at his peak on the baseball diamond.

To defeat what long distance runners call “the wall,” Grogan must be mentally tough.

Whether batting or fi elding, McElhinny’s arms allow her to excel in all aspects on the softball diamond.

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As a sprinter, Orwick’s legs allow her to explode out of the blocks for optimum fi nishing times.

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