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Those of you who have been in the homecoming parade would probably not be able to answer the following question: “Who were the people that led our annual homecoming parade?” The answer is the Veterans of Foreign Wars of Garden City South - West Hempstead Post 325 and the Ragamuffins. They have been supplying the honor guard for our Homecoming Parade for the past 35 years. The Ragamuffins originally started in 1948 in a VFW member’s basement. At the parade, the Ragamuffins select the best dressed and most original costumes. VFW member, Mr. Gus Abbate, says that the parents love the honor guard and

their Ragamuffins. The VFW has participated in the parade to “bring pride and patriotism to the neighborhood.” Sadly, they will no longer be leading the parade. Many of their members are 80 years or older and are no longer physically able to march with us. We greatly thank Mr. Abbate and all members of the VFW for their service to our country in war and to our community. Their contributions to our school and community will always be remembered as we build our own future based on the foundations that they have provided.

For more Homecoming pictures, see page 5

Picturesque Pixar Dominates The SchoolSpirit Day Prevails as One of Carey’s Most Enjoyable Extracurricular Events

As the beloved characters from favorite Pixar movies came to life at Carey High School on October 2, all were enchanted by the energy and enthusiasm of the students. The spectators were mesmerized by the artwork and creativity of the Carey students. Spirit Day was the culmination of many months of hard work and dedication from the class advisors and members of the class boards. Each member of the grade was welcome to participate in the planning and design of their wall. Those who participated felt triumphant as they observed the reaction to their efforts!

Home Sweet Homecoming with Mr. Gus AbbateSabrina Melgarejo

Class of 2014 “UP”Class of 2013 “Monsters, Inc.”Class of 2012 “Toy Story”

Class of 2015 “Cars” Class of 2016 “Finding Nemo” Class of 2017 “A Bug’s Life”

The crowning of the queen.

Homecoming King Kenneth Levandoski and Queen Lola Vasquez

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Published by the students of H. Frank Carey High SchoolPrincipal: Mrs. Valerie Angelillo

Assistant Principals: Mrs. Sharon Collins, Mr. Marc Isseks, and Mr. John Kenny

Advisor: Mrs. Teresa Rolla

Editor in Chief.......................................................................... Kaitlyn GioiaManaging Editor....................................................................... Becky MarksLayout Editors............ Deanna Brusca, Alexandra Merkel, Toriann MonacoSports Editor.......................................................................... Dan O’ConnellFeature Editor............................................................................Alexa BruscaPublicist............................................................................ Alexandra MerkelGraphic Artist.............................................................................Alexa PattekNews Editor........................................................................Catherine Molloy

Staff: Amy Biscardi, Kristiana Bredhoff, Talya Cedeño, Sal Ciulla, Olivia DiMeglio, Christina Gavalas, Eleanna Georgiadis, Megan Goldberg, Carly Kaufman, Martina Lent, Sabrina Melgarejo, Dominique Morales, Mikayla Morfesi, Jessica Moschonas, Alexondra O’Connell, Emilios Papas, Grace Poppe, Fahad Rajput, Jackie Sabatino, Thomas Segarra, Jennifer Suazo, Joseph Szymanski

SupportH.Frank Carey PTSA

Meetings are the first of each month in DHSAll are welcome

Prior to August 24th, a heated debate was brewing between the New York Teachers’ Union and New York State. New York State requested that teachers evaluations be 40% based on how their students perform on state tests. The New York State United Teachers Union wanted to prevent this from happening and wanted 20% to be based on student evaluations and the other 20% based on local standards. The only thing that the two sides agreed on was that the other 60% should depend on other factors such as principal’s evaluations. I have a few opinions on this debate. I feel that teacher evaluations should have nothing to do with how their students perform on state tests for a couple of reasons. First, some students may simply not care about how well they perform on a test. If a teacher has a class of students who don’t study and don’t try to perform well, then the teacher shouldn’t be punished. Secondly, state tests aren’t always reliable. Some state tests are exceedingly difficult and that is also out of the teacher’s control. Furthermore, some students are poor test takers. They may have been taught all of the right information, and taught it well, but at the same time, score poorly on a test because they aren’t strong test takers. I also don’t think that student evaluations are a good idea because if they don’t like the teacher as a person, they may not work as hard. I know from personal experience that if a teacher is well liked, his students will try twice as hard, and the opposite is also true. I believe that the only productive way to evaluate a teacher is through an evaluation conducted by a person of higher authority, like a chairperson of a department. I also believe that evaluating a teacher based on state tests encourages a teacher to only teach what is on the test. This takes away the meaning of education, and I believe teaching to the test is a major flaw in our education system today. On August 24, 2011, New York State Supreme Court Judge, Michael C. Lynch decided that districts can use the tests for local and state measure, only if the union approved of the test and as long as the test is used in more than one way. This decision pleased both sides of the argument, and this heated debate has been laid to rest for the time being. - Marisa Varanelli

Letter to the Editor

Dear Seahawk,SAT scores came in. I scored much lower than I thought I would. My chances for college are ruined and my parents are going to be so upset. I even studied and did tons of practice tests. My actual SAT score was a lot lower than ANY score I got on the practice tests. I was so set on this college, and now my chances are ruined. Any advice would be appreciated.Sincerely,Stressed

Dear Stressed,Oh the horrors, the horrors! I’ll start my rant by discrediting a popular misconception: the SAT in NO way measures your ability to do well in college. I’m not going to tell you that SATs don’t play a part in college selection; however, I will tell you that they are not the only thing colleges look at. Your GPA and extracurricular activities play a far larger role in the college admission process. I’m sure if you really did study, your parents won’t be upset at you. After all, it is JUST A TEST, and not an easy one at that. Honestly, don’t worry too much about it. If you do think you can do significantly better, take it again but don’t beat yourself up over it. Most colleges will take the best score out of each section, which is definitely a good thing. Hope this helped!Sincerely,Seahawk

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Hidden HeroBecky Marks

This month’s Hidden Hero is someone who is very kind, humorous and pleasant. She is helpful and always has a smile on her face. Not only will you find this Hidden Hero in the Main Office, you will also find her all around Carey, helping to make our school a better place. Our November Hidden Hero is Mrs. Gayle Hosemann! Not only has Mrs. Hosemann been an active member in Carey’s PTSA, she has also served as a Cultural Arts Chairperson, a Reflections Co-chairperson and a lab assistant in our Science Department. She is always there to cheer on our school. You may recognize Mrs. Hosemann as Ms. Wright’s secretary, and now, most recently as, Mr. Isseks’ secretary. If you decide to go into the Main Office, to ask a question or just to say hello, you can count on Mrs. Hosemann to be welcoming and informative. Congratulations to Mrs. Gayle Hosemann, our November Hidden Hero!

Teen ComparisonJennifer Suazo

My first thought was: “Oh man, this is going to be hard.” But a week later I was loving Carey. There were many differences between the lifestyle here and the lifestyle in my country, El Salvador, which I had to get used to. In El Salvador I went to school in the afternoon, while here I have to wake up at 6:00 A.M. However, the biggest difference is the weather. Having to wait for the bus in the cold was the hardest task I had to get used to. I know many of the ESL kids can relate to this. The countries we originated from don’t get as cold as the winters in New York. Now winter for me is the best season of the year. Another difference between these countries is that students don’t have to wear uniforms, and I was so happy I didn’t have to worry about that. In El Salvador wearing uniforms was the main rule. Something I still have trouble with is the fast pace of New York. In Latin-American countries, people are used to taking care of things at their own pace, while here you either do it or you’re left behind. True, I had to get used to this entire new lifestyle, but in the end it was worth the effort. I’m glad I’m in the U.S. because the education here is better than in my country; I have more opportunities of becoming a successful person in life. Most of all I love Carey. I’ve heard of other schools, and I know this is the best school life could have put me in.

Middle States Results After holding our breath for the long awaited results from the Middle States observers, we finally have something to show for the hard work and effort that has been demonstrated by everyone at H. Frank Carey High School. Congratulations, students and staff for wowing the committee of Middle States representatives! These representatives were Mr. Charles Brozina, Mr. Edward Waite, Sister Joan Whittle, and Mr. Brian Costa. Upon leaving our school, the committee had nothing but well-deserved compliments for our school. They were impressed with all of our departments. One representative even said that there are two days at Carey; there is Day 1 that lasts from eight to three, and there is Day 2 that has a life of its own, starting at three, involving the various afterschool activities here. He was just as impressed with Day 2 as he was with Day 1. The official report on our school will be given in approximately six weeks, but the verbal reactions given demonstrated that all of the efforts to get this accreditation were a “tremendous success.” Carey is an A+ school that has rightfully earned the recognition of this prestigious foundation due to the careful planning of the Internal Coordinators, Mr. Kenny and Mrs. Milio and all the faculty and staff.

Ms. Chieffo, Ms. Gonzalez and FCCLA members served at the Middle States Dinner.

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YesTom Segarra & Grace Poppe

When a single television program is absorbed by an estimated 77 million young American minds, its cultural influence is certain to be colossal. Indeed, nearly all of us born after 1970 hold Sesame Street as a cherished part of our childhoods. Regardless of the fondness of these memories, however, they are of no value whatsoever if one misses the point entirely. A disorienting excess of nostalgia, coupled with an alarmingly obstinate allegiance to Cookie Monster and his self-evident eating habits, has led some viewers to an irrational contempt for progress and an impassioned demand for stagnation in the name of cookies.

The vehement opposition to Cookie Monster’s newfound health-consciousness ostensibly stems from concern about the decline of personal responsibility in this country today. Parents, these critics wail, and not television programmers, ought to be the arbiters of their children’s nutrition. It follows, they believe, that Cookie Monster should continue to eschew moderation and consume as many sugary treats as he would like. This is not an argument, but a self-contradictory non-sequitur, and a thin veil for their pathetically childish aversion to healthy greens.

There is nothing about a child’s TV show that forcibly compels Americans to adopt certain habits, and if there were, the need for Cookie Monster’s dietary reform would be more urgent, not less. Elmo and Big Bird are not armed government officials, and they do not have the power to bypass the human capacity for judgment. The vegetable-haters’ argument is an unwitting confession of the belief that viewers will uncritically accept, for the duration of their lives, any idea presented to them, and must therefore be protected from the meddling influence of Muppets with an anti-obesity agenda. Consider this, and ask yourself: who, truly, is to blame for the decline of Americans’ sense of personal responsibility?

It is impossible to gauge precisely the degree to which the show’s values have strengthened the present state of our families and communities, but few would deny that they have—research by the Educational Testing Service continues to demonstrate that the series has had a positive impact upon its young viewers. The reason is clear: the methods behind the playful puppets’ benevolent message, for decades, have been ingenious. Sesame Street’s two creators, one of whom earned a Ph.D. from Yale in experimental psychology, were the first to employ the technique of incorporating an educational curriculum into a children’s show. It is in this way that they were able to make informed decisions about which ideas to include, and this is what made Sesame Street such a successful and valuable series—inspiring positive values, not hypnotizing the audience against its will.

A condemnation of Cookie Monster’s enlightened food selection is an inexplicable commitment to the past without regard for its content. This represents an act of treason against the very soil upon which the Street was paved, and a tragic injustice to the multitudes of wandering children who would, before long, lose all interest in learning how to get to Sesame Street.

In 2006, the writers and producers of Sesame Street began addressing the issue of childhood obesity in America, through special segments of the show entitled Healthy Habits for Life. These segments contain advice about exercise, nutrition and rest. The decision to alter Cookie Monster’s diet, particularly, sparked an explosion of unexpected controversy among viewers, their parents, and analysts of our nation’s culture. The debate’s social implications cannot be ignored, and therefore the question arises: is this beloved Muppet’s new direction desirable?

Varying Viewpoints

This question is phrased very oddly. It is not necessarily the point in which way Cookie Monster should be portrayed, but more so is it a form of censorship or a move to get more viewers? Either way, a change is not needed or desirable; Cookie Monster first appeared on Sesame Street in 1969 and was seen as nothing more than a fun-loving, cookie devouring, creature. His crazy eyes, wacky character, and sweet-obsessed demeanor are pure entertainment for children all across America. Thirty seven years later, after a steady diet of baked goods, the writers began to make the character say things like “cookies are a sometimes food” as well as starting to give him more fruit to eat. The purpose of the show originally was to give kids an adventure with strange monsters and have a little education on the side. The debate over Cookie Monster is a microcosm of this because the overly “awareness oriented” show has become more, dare I say, political? To a parent it might be difficult to explain every new change that they make for a certain movement. To a varying degree, it is the fault of the parent, not the producers of the show, because of the problems of a child in front of a television. If they were truly concerned about the content their child absorbs, they would be less eager to distract their child with T.V. (Note: children, according to most medical standards, should not even be watching television until at least three to four years of age.) To conclude, however, Cookie Monster is a cultural icon that should remain the way he was made because kids need to have fun once in a while, especially with food. “C is” now, was then, and always will be “for cookie.”

NoOthyan Delif

Mr. Messenger and Allie Kadell have brought Invisible Children to Carey High School. This organization’s main purpose is to help the children who have been abducted by the Lord’s Resistance Army led by Joseph Kony in Uganda. They have raised over $4,000 through donations and their couch on the football field fundraiser! It’s not too late to donate. The Pupil Personnel Services Dept. sponsored a valuable assembly to kick off National Bullying Prevention Month. The 7th and 8th grade students saw the assembly called “Get a Grip,” produced by Camfel Productions. The assembly discussed strong work habits while combating addictions and handling failure, all crucial to ending bullying for good. Carey is pleased to announce that senior Thomas Segarra is a Commended Student in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. He has been recognized for his exceptional performance on the PSAT, a test taken by over 1.5 million other students. Congratulations, Tom! Congratulations to September’s Male and Female Seniors of the Month, Justin Poserio and Megan Goldberg! Congratulations to the Carey Mathletes for their hard work at the meet on October 26th. Carey came in second place with eleven points, tying with Floral Park and Sewanhaka. New Hyde Park came in first with twelve points and Elmont came in last with seven. One point is awarded for every correct answer to a math question. Good luck to the Carey Mathletes for their future competitions! Carey’s annual Halloween Fair, sponsored by the FBLA, was enjoyable as always. Children and adults of all ages had a great time dressing up and playing games. Carey’s spooky spirit prevailed! The Junior High Drama production is going to be “Captain Fantastic!” directed by Ms. Cartmell and Ms. Mannion and will be shown January 27th and 28th at 7:30.

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In loving memory of Steve Jobs, “The Apple of our i”

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Here we are, approaching the cold weather of late autumn and early winter. It’s time to pack up those summer clothes and hide them away until next year. You know what that means; no more short skirts and tank tops! Ladies, please buy some longer skirts! I’m not scolding you for having short skirts; I’m trying to get you to embrace a whole new way to wear skirts. Well, it’s not exactly new, but this style is back and bigger than ever! Long skirts are classy and elegant! Who needs mini when you can go with maxi? There are three ways to wear these slightly longer skirts. First, you can still rock a mini and look fabulous! Try wearing a full flowing miniskirt and match it with a soft blouse. Add tights, a blazer, and simple flats or boots, and you are fall fashion ready. You can even wear this look in the winter! Just add a heavier jacket, and you’re set for anything that comes your way. If you want to rock knee length skirts, try

wearing neutral toned A - line skirts with colorful sweaters tucked in for a pop of color! Don’t be afraid to make it your own with unique jewelry or shoes. Last, but certainly not least, long maxi skirts! These you can wear anywhere, anytime. You can dress them up with fancy jewelry and heels, or dress them down with a baggy sweater or boots. I recommend neutral straight maxi skirts. Neutral colors match with more, so you can wear them with more things. With these skirts, you can never go wrong!

Gentlemen, don’t think you have been forgotten because I have something for you! Men tend to just throw on baggy heavy jackets as it gets colder, but that’s far from fashionable! You can stay warm and fashionable with a nice leather jacket! They are warm and can endure even the coldest weather. Just add a fitted hat, and you are set! From school, to the weekends, to special events, you’ll be dressed for the part!

1. Do you depend on luck a lot? Well, I’m sorry to say that you’ve been relying on a mirage. Luck is simply an illusion. The truth is you make your own luck. The oasis you see, what you think luck really is, is actually a burst of confidence. You sense accomplishment if you give whatever you wish to succeed a shot, and like that, a wave of confidence floods your veins. So, don’t attribute your successes to luck. Give yourself some credit!

2. It’s fall. The transition from summer to fall is a difficult one. Whether it is the change of air, the change of temperature, or the change of daily activities that you associate with this time of year (hint, hint), you can’t help but feel caught in the transitions a bit. If you feel this way, the best way to handle this is to simply seize the day! Notice the changes, let them inspire you, live in the moment! (I personally do not know a more captivating image than boundless leaves shifting colors and falling onto gray streets and sidewalks.)

3. Let me guess, you feel stressed. Don’t worry; we all do. It’s part of life to get stressed out. Often. Well, there’s nothing to be stressed about. If you do what you can, the best you can, you are phenomenal. That’s all the world wants from you. Some tips to help mitigate the stress are as follows: 1.) Watch a comedy—laughter is the best medicine. 2.) If you feel overwhelmed, go for a walk around the block—breathe the fresh air. 3.) Call up a friend who’s going through the same thing—misery loves company.

4. Take on a new interest. If you always wanted to try something, go for it. If you realize along the way it’s not for you, so what?! You gave it a shot, and in the future you won’t be able to regret missing your chance. The latter is much worse than the former. Try things out! Join a club, take an elective. Take on new endeavors!

5. Don’t ever be afraid of the word “No.” We’ve all been there, but we’ve all gotten over it. The reality is you’re bound to hear it in your life, so you might as well get used to it now. We find the opportunity to over-analyze the word, and inevitably take the blame for the word. “No” doesn’t have any subliminal messages like “You’re not bright, are you?” or “I’m saying no because I personally dislike you” or “You’re as wrong as you can possibly be.” NO! “No,” simply means no!

6. Many people make resolutions on January first. I find that extremely impractical. Our New Year’s Day is two days after Labor Day. If you weren’t happy with something last (school) year, change it! Get organized with binders, or notebooks, get better grades by participating in class, studying, and doing your homework. I personally always plan to take control of my time management skills, and though I falter at times and relapse into vacation mode—when it is clearly not vacation time and more like midterm week, woops!— I force myself to get back on track. Try to keep up with your resolutions, but if it doesn’t work out just keep trying!

7. Have something to look forward to. Time goes by so much more quickly and much more enjoyably if you do so. For example, renting out a movie every weekend; it serves its purpose for getting you through the week and rewarding yourself for completing another ever-demanding week. Also, volunteering and donating to charities can help. Even consider going to and participating in school events! Though sometimes it’s extra work, the end product is your reward. Trust me, the feeling is intoxicating.

Eleanna Georiadis

Instructions for NumerologyTake the number that represents your birthday month and the date

of your birthday and add the individual digits. Go to the horoscope with the number that corresponds with the sum you got from your addition. If your addition gives you a double digit number, add the two singular digits to get one single number and continue doing this, if necessary, until you get a single number. If it gives you a 9, look at the horoscope labeled 6 and if you get an 8, look at the horoscope labeled 4. For example: If your birthday is on 12/24, you would add 1 plus 2 plus 2 plus 4…the sum is 9 so you would look at the horoscope labeled as #6. If your birthday is 9/15 you would add 9, 1, and 5. From that addition you get 15, so you would add 1 and 5 to get your number horoscope of 6.

Ellescopes Out with the short, in with the long!Alexondra O’Connell

Born Yesterday is Today’s HitAmanda Moneta

Nationally known steel tycoon, Harry Brock (Patrick Grogan), is now in town with his long-time, ditsy girlfriend, Billie Dawn (Alexandra Kadell). Supposedly, Mr. Brock is here for some “sight-seeing,” but people around town have been thinking otherwise. There is some speculation of Harry Brock using his lawyer, Edna Devery (Amanda Moneta), to get what he wants. The only way of achieving this is by persuading Senator Norval Hedges (Dean Stollberger) to agree on passing legislation allowing unrestricted free trade. Is this constitutional or just plain unacceptable? With all this going on, people of the town still can’t help but wonder…is the nine year relationship between Harry and Billie ever going to flourish? Or is this new reporter, that happens to be on the scene, Paul Verall (Joseph Field), going to get in the way? If you’d like to find out, come see the amazing production of Born Yesterday, December 9th and 10th at 7:30 P.M.!

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It was the morning of the twenty-second that seniors, Kenneth Levandoski and Lola Vasquez, took their royal stroll down the Carey track for their coronation. Homecoming was a great success! Thanks to the sponsorship of Student Government, the parade and the football game that followed were enjoyable to all. Despite the devastating losses to Garden City High School’s junior varsity and varsity teams, the sun still shone upon the Franklin Square community. Prior to the game, our parade was led by our grand marshal, Mrs. Kathy Levandoski and consisted of four colorful, breathtaking floats that were created by the devoted and hardworking students of each class board. The parade also kicked off our commitment to Relay for Life, a great charity helping out people with cancer, which will take place May 18, 2012. The homecoming courts for 9th grade were Tori Farrell and Chris Costa, for 10th grade were Michelle Bedian and Joseph Lucito, and for 11th grade were Amanda Andrade and Mike Campagna. Before the parade took place, everybody had a tasty pancake breakfast prepared by the Carey Dads’ Club.

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The Animal Alert Club is very well respected. The animal Alert Club was created last year in order to raise awareness of animal issues and to participate in actions to help with these problems. Last year the club focused on animal fighting, factory farming, pet over population, and illegal whaling/ seal killings. The club helped with these issues by having pizza fundraisers to donate to the NCSPCA (Nassau County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). The Animal Alert Club also invited a guest speaker to come talk about their organization and the cruelty of animals. Did you know they can arrest you after three warnings for abusing a pet?

Mrs. Poppe, the advisor of the Animal Alert Club, said this year the group will be focusing on circus animal issues, animal testing, unnecessary shark killings, and the New York State Animal Fighting Bill. On June 21, 2011 the NYS Senate passed the bill to “put more bite in the law,” stated Mrs. Poppe. The old animal fighting bill would convict people once they were found to have placed a bet on the fight. Now, the new bill will hold you legally responsible for even attending the event. As most of you may remember, in 2007 NFL star Michael Vick was convicted of running a dog fighting operation. This was frowned upon by many, and similar acts are still being executed today. The Animal Alert Club feels we can all help. They encourage us to carry out the following instructions in order to persuade Governor Cuomo to sign the new bill to help stop animal fighting in New York State:1- Please go to www.aldf.org.2- Type in “Animal Fighting” in the second white box on the right.3- Scroll down and click on the article called “New York: Put Teeth in Animal Fighting Law.” Read the article.4- In the article find “Send a polite letter now to Governor Andrew Cuomo”.5- Fill in the form.6- Change the topic from “agriculture” to “animals/endangered species” by using the drop-down arrow.7- Write a very short letter in the comment box and ask Governor Cuomo to please sign the Animal Fighting Bill

S3237/A44078- Click on “submit form.”

The Carey community should look out for the Animal Alert Club’s next pizza sale, which is during the second

Animal Alert to the Rescue

Carey’s Think Pink Fundraisers

According to the American Cancer Society, more than 230,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011, adding to the 2.6 million women in the US with a history of breast cancer.

Throughout the year Carey’s Think Pink Club, under the direction of Ms. Kim Hoffman, focuses on making students and faculty more aware of breast cancer and breast cancer prevention. The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Think Pink is especially busy with increasing awareness and raising money for this very worthwhile cause.

Carey’s Think Pink Club, on October 13th, participated in the American Cancer Society & Pink Hair For Hope 2011 Project. For a $10 donation, students and faculty were able to get a lock of [She by SO.CAP.USA’s] signature pink hair extension added to their own locks. To date the Pink Hair For Hope campaign has brought together more than 375 salons and raised close to two million dollars to fight breast cancer. Maryann Paretti, owner of Sedona Court Salon in Albertson, volunteered her time by coming up to Carey to do the hair extensions after school. Unfortunately, Ms. Paretti has a family member who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

In addition to the extensions, the 14th of October was Lee Denim Day, and on the 16th there was the “Taking Strides Breast Cancer” Walk at Jones Beach. The last bake sales were October 24th-28th. Throughout the month, Think Pink also raised funds by selling pink socks, scarves and sweatbands. There is also a “Dig Pink” volleyball game. Last, but not least, on November 4th, they hosted Zumbathon.

New members are always welcome to join the club, even boys, so don’t be afraid to show your support gentlemen! In the words of Ms. Hoffman, “Real men wear pink!” Be sure to show your support for the Think Pink Club and keep your eyes, and hearts, open to any future fundraisers from Carey’s very own Pink Thinkers!

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week in November. Mrs. Poppe would like to let everyone know all are welcome to come to a meeting at anytime. You can sign up for the club whenever you want, and do not have to come to every meeting if you are unable to attend.

To support the Animal Alert Club, our teachers have sent in photos of their pets. Try to match the pets on the next page with their master. Fill in the corresponding letter next to the teacher’s name and return slip to Student Activities Office by November 23rd. The winners will be announced next issue.

PET MATCH-UP

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Steve Marino

Steve Marino participates in both football and baseball. He is a captain of Varsity Football and is the team’s star wide-receiver. Steve only started playing football in the tenth grade for the JV team. Last year he was named an all-conference football player. On the diamond, Steve played a big role in Carey’s quest for the Long Island Championship. This year Steve looks to continue his success in both football and baseball.

Sabrina Genna

Sabrina Genna is this year’s captain of the girl’s Varsity Volleyball team. Sabrina does not only show leadership and pride on the court but in the classroom as well. She is a model student and achieves success in the classroom. She is looking to continue her volleyball career next year; as she hopes to play in college.

Seahawk Spotlight

T.V. Stars

Carey Football’s recent 19-14 victory over the Long Beach Marines added to an impressive résumé that the Hawks have attained in televised games. The Seahawks have amassed an impressive 3-0 record in televised games over the past few years, greatly due to the outstanding performances of 3-year starter, Running-Back Rob Zorn, as well as 2- year starting Wide-Receiver Steve Marino. The Hawks seem to be at their best during televised games as they have outscored their opponents 83-34 during their television conquests over the past two years. The team’s most recent victory was due, in large part, to the efforts of MVP’s Mike Locicero, and the ever-consistent Rob Zorn. The Hawks have faced much scrutiny this year following the team’s 10-0 start of a year ago, which ultimately ended in the Hawks suffering a heartbreaking loss to neighboring rival Garden City. Despite entering the season as the #1 seed within Nassau County Conference II, an early season loss to conference rival, Mepham, has led the Seahawks to become one of Nassau County’s most over-analyzed teams this season. This attention has not proven detrimental to the Hawk’s television success however, as their wining ways have continued when the cameras were rolling and the lights were at their brightest. As the postseason begins, the Hawks ought to be hoping far as many of their playoff games to be televised as possible as they have proven to be true T.V. Stars.

VolleyballThe Varsity Volleyball team had an excellent season this year led

by Sabrina Genna, Catherine Molloy, and Alissa Schurr and coached for the second year by Ms. Hoffman.With 6 seniors and 5 juniors and 2 sophomores, the Hawks placed in third and ended their season with 8 wins and 8 losses. The team has won its last 5 home games in a row, including wins over the first and second placed teams. Their last game of the season was October 24th, but ended in a loss for the Hawks. “Coach Hoff” plans to pick next season up right where the girls ended.

Cross Country Pushes the Limits

The Carey Cross Country team has been pushed to the limit, working hard to improve their times in every race. The ultimate goal is to beat a P.R or personal record. These dedicated runners have started the season as early as June to complete a total of 300 miles over the entire summer vacation. Captains Nicole Ritirato, number 11, and Gina Bruno, number 12, agree that this season the team is more motivated than ever. Coach Insler and these dedicated captains are very proud. Coach Insler would like to send a message to anyone interested in joining Varsity Cross Country next year: “Cross Country is a sport that requires mental toughness and physical determination. Long distance running is one of the most difficult sports to participate in, but there is great satisfaction in completing a strenuous run. It is rewarding to see a runner train hard and improve their times.”

We wish Carey’s determined Cross Country team good luck in their future competitions.

SPORTS

Catherine Molloy & Nicole Vincenzi