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For our last issue, we wanted the cover to be something really special. We threw around a few ideas, all trying to incorporate the senior class somehow. As we got closer and closer to the deadline, we luckily had a breakthrough! Why not put the senior class officers on the cover with our super sparkly prom numbers? So we did. They are a goofy group, as you can see, and getting a serious picture was quite the feat. Thank you, senior class officers!

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we loved it here at fondy high

Ou r fi n al far e w e l l
b y s y d n e y i n k s & k ay l a m a r c o e

he Class of 2013. We always said it. From the time we calculated our graduating year sometime in middle school, to the first day of the 2012-2013 school year when we heard Mr. Wiltzius welcome us back as the senior class. It didnt hit home much last year, or the year before that, or the years before those. Just like hearing Class of 2017 doesnt really strike a cord right now. But before we knew it, the year of 2013 snuck up on us. These past thirteen years in the Fond du Lac school district may not just be a wrinkle in time. It was our childhood and it helped make us who we are today. The butterflies that you felt on your first day of freshman year are not all that different from the butterflies that you

will feel as you walk across the stage on graduation night. Of course, some are the beginning of a chapter, and some are the end, but nevertheless, senior year brought those together who were once torn apart, made friends of once strangers, and bound together classmates for those who needed support. It didnt matter whether or not you had ever talked to the kid standing next to you in the stands, were all on the same team; we all have Cardinal pride. You shared an armrest and you shared laughs while watching the school musical in the PAC. You conversed in awe over the great talent showcased at the Art Show with a fellow classmate you had only seen in passing. Whether you loved every single minute of high school, or counted down

the days to graduation from the moment you walked in, the bonds formed here will last forever and the memories will never fade. Fondy High has laid the groundwork for the rest of our lives, and for that, we owe it a big thank you. Senior year is a time to be cherished, to not take for granted, to experience every aspect of being a true Cardinal. The Class of 2013 will soon walk through these halls for the last time, leaving behind a legacy of faithful spirit and eccentric diversity. To the seniors: good luck on whichever path you choose from here. To the underclassmen: dont wish away your remaining high school days. And from the Cardinal Columns staff, it has been an honor to share our collective views on the highs and lows of high school here at Fondy High.

flashback to freshman year

k ay l a m a r c o e / / e n t e r ta i n m e n t e d i t o r

Ahh, freshman year. Everyone remembers it, some wish they wouldnt. Its the year of Which way is the English pod again? Why are they making out? What time does this class get out? Wheres my locker? Everyone has been there. Its a year that really introduces us to the high school life style: football games, actually dancing at dances, PDA, and lunch room drama. Its the year everyone seems to love to hate. For our Seniors, thinking back on Freshman year is bittersweet. Sweet because youve come a long way from their Freshie-selves, bitter because as they near the end of their high school careers, they wish they would have done things a little differently. Take your schooling seriously! Believe it or not, a couple weeks/ months/years from now, you will wish you had paid attention to what your teacher was going on and on and on about. Its not fun to sit there during a test and not know anything. Get your sh** done. Do your work, advised Kaden Voss. Logan

Melius added that its helpful to get your hard classes out of the way early. Dont be that cocky freshman. Use your freshman year as a cushion for future grades, said Mackenzie Nick. Staying on the topic of cocky freshmen, dont. Usama Kahn bluntly phrases it when he says, dont think youre cool, because youre not. Keep out of trouble! Thats always things you hear from teachers and parents, but students agree. Nothing good happens after 2:00 AM, said Ryan Nelson. So go to bed at 2:00 AM. High school is a great time. Most people dont realize how good it has been until its almost over. You dont know what you got until its gone, holds true. Enjoy every second, because it literally goes by in a minute, said Sydney Schibbelhut. Have fun, but make sure you study and do your homework... itll pay off in the end. Gaby Mertes added, Live it up while you can, dont rush through it. Dont let anyone put you down. Be you!

My advice? Dont rush anything. High school really is a great time. Youll meet tons of new people, make new friends, and gain new interests. I never thought I would miss high school. I always said I cant wait to graduate. Believe it or not, you can. When youre sitting in senior year with only seven days of high school left - ever, as I am as Im writing this - youll realize how much youre going to miss it. Your friends will be going all over the state, the country, and maybe even the world. Youll go from talking to the people in your classes daily to not hearing a single word from them ever again. No matter how much you think you hate it here at Fondy High, youre gonna miss it. Youre going to miss the teachers who greet you in the hallway. Youre going to miss being close to your family and friends. Youre going to miss more than you think. So dont take it for granted. Enjoy every Friday night football game, every homecoming dance, every movie day in class, because theyre going to be gone before you know it.

viva la raza
As a full-blooded Mexican,

Education Is Key

g r e g m o r a / / s ta f f w r i t e r

I see the world differently than most students here at Fondy High, or anyone else in this world for that matter. I see the struggle of my own brothers and sisters everyday. Most tend to be forgetful to the fact that they are lucky to be in this country right now and dont have to face the struggles faced by others in Mexico. Most Mexicans you meet are first generations, which means they are the first of the family to be born and raised in America. Our parents came into this country on a search for wealth, freedom and education for their children. Education is one of the most important things we have. Most of our parents didnt have that when they were in their childhood years. Mexican parents had a slim chance of making it past sixth grade. My parents didnt, and nei-

ther did a large amount of others due to having to work to support their family. As Mexicans are coming up as one of the fastest-growing ethnic groups in America, we need to make sure that we all motivate one another to make a difference for our parents. Today, you see a select few Mexicans in higher-ranking jobs that need a masters, professional, or a doctorate degree. Most end up not receiving these high jobs from the lack of education we try to receive. Many people can lose their education from grades, gang relations, or having to drop out because they cant fit into the education system. As one, we need to come to carry each other and help each other out as much as possible. Mexicans know how it is in Mexico; everyone puts out a hand and helps out a individual no matter who they are, what

theyve done or the color on their skin. As we get older, fewer Mexicans receive a higher education. By the age of 25, two out of three Mexicans have a high school diploma and only 13 percent have a bachelors degree or higher. Do what your parents did at a young age to get here: bust your butt to get what you deserve. No one can do that except you. If we can make these numbers change, it would truly be a blessing for our parents to see. Its exactly what our parents want to see: us becoming successful. The more you succeed, the less we will struggle in the future. Who knows, one day with our highly intelligent minds we will be able to form a group in the future to help Mexico come out of its everyday struggle and make Mexicans want to stay there knowing they have everything we have here, only on our own land.

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Seniors Last Get Together

Senior Banquet creates lasting memories
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As the year nears the end, teachers rush to finish their lessons. Seniors have less time to hang out with each other because of all the projects and work brought up last minute. However, one day was committed to bringing all the seniors together. May 15, 2013 marked the class of 2013s last get-together: the senior banquet. At around 5:30 PM, a bunch of the senior class walked into the commons and sat down in groups at different tables. As everyone laughed and enjoyed eating their taco from the taco bar, raffle numbers were being called out for various prizes. Prizes like gift cards and gas cards were given out. The tacos tasted good, said Eddie Wick, I thought the gifts

for the awards were very funny. Senior awards were also given. Unlike the scholarship awards given on the senior awards night, these awards were chosen by the senior class themselves. Awards such as best athlete, won by John-Myles Gaskell, most likely to be snacking, won by Sara Kirchhoff and Ty Rebedew, and Biggest Mouth, won by Corbin Teletzke, were given to various people. After eating a dinner and socializing with each other, the seniors filed into the PAC where they were entertained by comedians known as Comedy Sportz. It was a hilarious time as some seniors, such as Joseph Moyer, Angelina McCormick and Vicente Lezama, went on stage as volunteers to help

the comedians do their improv acts. I loved Comedy Sportz, said Senior Erin Steward.My stomach actually hurt because I was laughing so hard. I was honored to get the awards that I did, even though I know theyre informal. When the banquet ended, the seniors split up left the high school with stronger memories with each other. The seniors last day get together was a fun and memorable time for all seniors. The seniors will never forget the moments they had together. Other awards were given to seniors. These awards were scholarships. Awards such as the Coca-Coca scholarship won by Doniell Erickson and the Bruns Wick won by Jennifer Schmitz. Congrats to all the people who won a scholarship.

the

MAN
a blunt look at drug dealing at fondy high
written by

middle
photo by oria lin vi c t

ta n vi k uma r

there are many things fond du lac high school students know how to do.
They know how to sign up for classes for Cardinal Time, what foods to avoid in the cafeteria and what routes are most efficient in the hallways. They know who to go to to change their schedules or when theyre running late for class, but they also know who to go to when they want to buy a bag. Thats where Unidentified Student X comes him. He is many things to many people, but to excited adolescents in the mood for rebellion, he is the promise of a good time. Although X is rumored to be a drug dealer by his peers, none of the glamorous details about a teenager who lives a dangerous double life apply here. Yes, he distributes drugs, but his role in the network can be better classified as that of a middle man. Students will contact him when they want marijuana, but it is someone elses bidding he is doing when he supplies it. X and other middle men like him allow outside drug dealers access to the eager high school market.They are not purchasing marijuana or even growing it; instead they are supplying it to high school students who would have otherwise been inaccessible. In fact, X denies making money off of the drugs he sells; all profits go to the dealer he works for. Everyones been a middle man, laughs X. The dealer

he works for buys his merchandise out of town and sells it for large profits. X knows that this man is probably making a good amount of money, but he does not interact with him outside of business or even know him personally. I do it to help people. Most people who come to me theyre trying it for the first time and dont where to get it from, he says. Students become aware of Xs notorious ability to supply marijuana and soon turn to him for all their weekend needs. X has served the needs of 10 to 15 students in his grade alone. These students buy their marijuana in large volumes, enough to be distributed to a small circle friends. Everyone knows. Everyone, said Anonymous Buyer, a student at Fond du Lac High School. Though Anonymous Buyer has only purchased marijuana from X once, the majority of her friends get their supply from him and pass it along to her. She was among the group of students who didnt know how to interact with X after she had bought weed from him. She wondered if she should acknowledge his presence as she passed him in the hallway. Do you smile at your drug dealer? I dont know, she said. Privacy is very important to X. Many of his customers, a surprising amount of them athletes, benefit from his confidentiality. If you see each other you dont say anything, he says regarding his encounters with his customers at school. If you do [say something] you talk about anything but that. Xs work is primarily done a few times over the weekend. There is no dropping of a brown lunch bag or swift walk-by exchange. After a customer contacts him, he and his boss will meet them at a potential drop-spot. All transactions last less than a few minutes and are done in the privacy of someones car. X will supply the requested substances in a clear plastic bag, but the customers are able to purchase whatever their money will buy. X isnt picky when business is good. In less than five minutes the episode ends and both parties carry on with their days. The transaction is as simple as buying a candy bar and far easier than buying a pack of cigarettes. Casual encounters like these are no big deal for X. Marijuana is the name of the game, and when theres cash theres a stash.

The Big Picture

In the state of Wisconsin, where citizens proudly claim to be out drinking your state since 1848, alcohol may seem

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like the obvious choice for substance abuse; however, nationally and locally marijuanas numbers show it to be the drug of choice for teenagers everywhere. Officer Vokes, who has worked at Fond du Lac High School for five years, has noticed a rise in the popularity of marijuana as well. Over the past few years, the majority of encounters he has with substance abuse include marijuana followed by prescription pills. Alcohol is a distant third on the list and certainly much lower that what it used to be in years past. School social worker Julie Rehfeldt offers an explanation to the growing popularity of marijuana. She says three factors influence this: marijuana has become more socially acceptable, prevalent in the media and accessible. In a culture where students as young as middle school have gained exposure, stories of drug abuse are only superficially shocking. Their use in our society is becoming less and less obtrusive, and where there is demand there will naturally be supply.

Everyones a middleman.
unidentifie d student x

Crime and Punishment

With communication this discrete and the network this complex, it may seem nearly impossible to collar distributors, and it is. This year Officer Vokes was able to discover two-to-three students responsible for selling or distributing drugs, a number which is rather small when compared to the 15 to 20 hes arrested for possession or the 20 to 30 hes arrested for being under the influence. The line is clearly visible in regards to possession, whereas there are three criteria the police department considers before charging someone with distribution are not. These factors include quantity, a large enough quantity to sell and make a profit; how the drugs are packaged; and paraphernalia, such as scales and baggies. The severity of the crimes also vary. Punishment for possession is done on a strike system. The first strike is usually an ordinance, a second strike is a misdemeanor charge, and the third strike is a felony. If charged with distribution, a student would be immediately expelled and charged with a felony. We always want to find big fish, says Officer Vokes. The majority of information he receives about drug distributors comes from students who have been caught with possession. Since he rarely has time to pursue all the leads he receives about drug dealers, he refers much of them to the MEG (Metropolitan Enforcement Group) Unit. The MEG Unit consists of 20 police departments around Fond du Lac; they are dedicated to promoting a drug-free environment. Other groups and organizations plan help students confront their drug problems, like Ms. Rehfeldt who discusses students drug problems confidentially. X says his first encounter with drugs began at the end of his eighth grade year when he stopped caring about school and came under the influence of kids older than he was. He also knows that his parents would be disappointed in him if they knew of his involvement with these affairs. Perhaps the answer lies in understanding why students chose to do drugs.

I think that--based on my own opinion--it is, one, a social event, and they want to be part of that. Two, people who are self medicating--they dont feel good, says Ms. Rehfeldt who also says that marijuana is the most common drug she deals with. In a 2012 survey taken by Fond du Lac High School students, 20% admitted to using marijuana in the last year, a number which Ms. Rehfeldt believes to be inaccurately low (she believes the number should be closer to 50%). Though she was not able to provide a specific demographic under which normal marijuana users fall she did say that low grades seemed to a trend. Nearly half of the students who reported using marijuana in the last year had most Ds and Fs compared to the 14% with mostly As. She also says that low grades have caused many students to quit smoking.

Getting Out

Yet, for many students quitting is more difficult when they depend on it for happiness. I know this sounds depressing, Anonymous Buyer says regarding the experience of doing marijuana, but it honestly makes me feel so much happier. Less self conscious. It makes me kind of forget stuff. For students like Anonymous Buyer, Ms. Rehfeldt is available to discuss their issues with drugs under confidentiality. However, the battle against marijuana is becoming harder and harder to fight. There isnt a negative stigma attached to it anymore. Its become the norm - the culture, says Ms. Rehfeldt. A change can only begin once the student has made up their mind to stop, and many do attempt to make that choice. I dont plan on doing this after high school, says X. I want to join the marines. You definitely cant be doing that stuff in the marines. Unlike the dealer he works for, a former student at Fond du Lac High School who never graduated, X hopes to leave the drug network behind and carry on with his life. Until then he will continue to supply drugs. Those who buy marijuana from him have many stories to tell. They confess the details of his escapades: supplying drugs to hundreds of students, buying different varieties of cannabis from those who grew it, and cashing a handsome fortune for himself. They divulge the secret locations of his so-called drop spots. However, X denies all these claims especially the ones that call him a drug dealer. He is a middle man, a brush stroke within an intricate painting, a domino in a large chain reaction, a catalyst in the drug network.

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May music review

a d a m w e b b / / s ta f f w r i t e r

stone sour
Finishing out the second part of their two part release, Stone Sour has finally let out House of Gold & Bones part 2 a year after the first parts release. Originating in the Iowa capital of Des Moines in 1992, Stone Sour has had an odd career. They performed together for five years and then went on hiatus in 1997. Their lead singer, Corey Taylor, and guitarist, Jim Root, went on to join another up-and-coming Des Moines band entitled Slipknot. Their tenure in Slipknot was long-lived, recording four studio albums until their bassists passing in 2010. Stone Sour returned to the music world in 2002 to record their self-titled album, which gathered generally positive reviews. Their hiatus resumed until 2005 when they returned to record Come What(ever) May. Taylor and Root since then toured, wrote and maintained with both bands respectively. Stone Sour then went on to release three more albums, Audio Secrecy in 2010, with a song mentioning Slipknots bassists passing, and House of Gold & Bones parts 1 and 2 in 2012 and 2013, respectively. Stone Sour has been known for its lighter side of Corey Taylor, his two bands almost being alternating sides of his morality coin. I love Stone Sour for their very interesting approach towards lyrics and vocals, and I dont expect any different out of this album. Stone Sours more mainstreaming music usually consists of their lighter acoustic like Bother and Through the Glass, but the rest of the albums also had a much darker side. Some very successful heavier songs like 30/30-150 and Say Youll Haunt Me have also given them a name in the Hard Rock world. House of Gold & Bones part 2 released on April 8, and I hope people go check out what they have to offer.

iggy pop & the stooges

Another old band on the scene, Iggy & the Stooges have decided to release a new album. Formed by James Osterberg, more commonly known as Iggy Pop, the Stooges are known for their ridiculous on-stage antics. Iggy Pop has even been credited to the invention of the stage dive. Their style, typically reflecting Garage Rock, was incredibly innovative when they started in 1967. Pop played for a multitude of local bands as a drummer, but moved on to frontman vocalist when he formed the Stooges. After a brief British visit with David Bowie, the band went on an indefinite hiatus in 1975. Pop moved on to start a very successful solo career in 1976 until the Stooges reformed in 2003. Following the death of their original lead guitarist, Ron Asheton, in 2009, Iggy Pop stated that the original Stooges died with him, but Iggy Pop & the Stooges is still well alive. Their new album Ready to Die released on April 30, 2013. Though their onstage antics were childish at best, the music was definitely good. Iggy has a very laid-back approach towards singing and has a very distinct flow about him. They were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2010, and I hope this album cements their already well-stated career.

imagine dragons
A relatively new act on the scene, as of 2008, is progressive-rock band Imagine Dragons. They originally began in Las Vegas and independently recorded three EPs before signing a record deal with Interscope Records. They recorded another EP, and released a single of their first hit Its Time. They received multiple titles and awards including Favorite Rock Artist of 2012 and one of 2012s Brightest Stars. Dan Reynolds vocal style never ceases to amaze me. His innovative combination of progressive new age rock, and a moderate dubstep backdrop, paints a very beautiful picture. Their commonly associated track Radioactive really set the tone for the rest of the album. Their first full-length album Night Visions released September 4, 2012, and has had a lot of radio play since. If you havent already gone out and bought this album, then you should have a giant hole burning in your pocket.

One Step at a Time

Three senior girls take their first trip to El Salvador
sydney inks // editor-in-chief

ith tears of empathy streaming down her face, Alex did her best to tell of the hardships that little children endure, day in and day out in El Salvador. She cant help but cry: Its just not fair. This conversation of summer plans turns from utter excitement to a whirlwind of deep emotion, but her sudden tears illustrate a clear picture of passion and love for these complete strangers who are miles away. Alex Owens, Kelsey Schultz and Caitlin Joseph, all best of friends and co-mission workers for Hope Lutheran church, will begin their travels to Ahuachapan, El Salvador on July 7 for their fourth mission trip. Being a church organization, the mission is to share Gods word, but it reaches further than that. We expand their knowledge of Jesus; we give them hope, said Schultz. We help them, so when they see us helping they associate it with religion and the people that brought the help, continued Joseph. We are helping them to have a better quality of life. Through a Vacation Bible Study structure, the Hope Lutheran Church, combined with their sister churches in Milwaukee, work with kids in the projects of Pottstown, Pennsylvania or the even less fortunate of El Salvador. Their previous three mission trips were to a project in Pennsylvania, but due to lack of funding this year, the girls will travel only to Ahuachapan for their first time. Spending the day to play games, do crafts and eat lunch with these impoverished children is enough to gain

their undivided trust, in just four days. Even those less fortunate kids in Pottstown will always have more than those kids in El Salvador, said Joseph. But their attitudes are the same. They are so happy and hopeful. They share with whoever is around even though they have nothing. Even when these strangers invade their neighborhood with their games and activities, the children do not shy away. Each experience differs, but the inkling of hope these three high school seniors carry for children, who have every reason to lose faith, is what names each trip a mission. They all have different personalities. Its fairly the same but all so so different, said Joseph. They have so much trust in you for only meeting you for four days. Pottstown, Pennsylvania is the definition of a project. Danger and crime is the norm, and the children of the project streets are accustomed to it. During the summer of 9th grade, the girls first time visiting Pottstown, they walked into a situation that they did not expect. The truth of it is, they were the minority; their small church group were the only white people in the whole project. Raphael, the Milwaukee church leader, grew up in Pottstown. He handed out the t-shirts when they stepped off the bus and sent the counselors on their way. There was no instruction, just Raphael telling each counselor to go knock on doors and ask them to come to our VBS! Intimidated as they were, the three girls from small town Wisconsin gained the courage and pounded on their first door in the projects.

We put on the shirts and knocked on the doors, said Joseph. You try to trust that they will understand why you are there. But still being your first time and knocking on doors you sit there and almost hope they dont answer, commented Schultz, but by the third or fourth door you and pound on the door, yelling and want them to come out, continued Joseph. The three girls are some of the oldest youth going on the trip, and naturally take leadership roles on mission trips. Me, Kels and Lex are the most emotionally invested, said Joseph. Were like okay, if this is what it takes to change this kids life, then that is what we will do. A lot of people follow our examples. The four days spent with the kids induces a counselor-child bond that neither party can abandon. Owens, Schultz and Joseph are regretful each year to leave behind their children after truly witnessing the corrupt life of a project. Its so scary because you have to leave them knowing that this might be the only time you get to interact with them, said Schultz, and if thats the only good experience they have in the middle of all this bad, its really scary. You come back hearing all of these bad stories of their older siblings and how their future might end up, said Joseph, and youre like oh god. You just want to help them as much as you can but you can only do so much. Connections, some yet remaining, are made over the four short days spent in Pottstown. A girl who Schultz had counseled in Pottstown continues to keep in touch

with her. In a letter, Schultz learned of the 12 year old girls boyfriend who was a drug addict, and her sister who was pregnant with her rapists child. Hard hitting facts like these were ordinary news for this girl of the projects. It is the trap that the mission workers hope to diverge these children from. Willette, a 5 year old girl who became instantly attached to Joseph, made for a tear filled goodbye with counselors and children alike. We cry about it all of the time, said Schultz, we cry that we cant go back. And being someone who cries maybe four times a year, this is one of the main reasons I do, said Joseph. I had Willette for three days, and she is the one kid that I remember most from all three years. She was one of the few kids who actually grasps the Jesus concept after hearing it for the first time in her life, continued Joseph. After walking Willette home the last day, the little girl found her way back to the playground and refused to say goodbye. Eventually on the bus, Joseph looked out to see Willettes crying, sorrowful wave as they drove away. I was sobbing; I said, I miss you, I love you little girl, said Joseph. The girls formed bonds not just with thankful children, but also their fellow supportive counselors. The mission workers resemble a union; they spend two weeks of their lives together. Upon leaving Pottstown, the bus that they depart on resounds with cries. Leaving behind the chil-

dren whose lives are in shambles is devastating; their mission is to lift the kids spirits and they did just that, for a mere four days. It is because of this reason, the wholehearted effort to improve even one persons quality of life, that Joseph, Owens, and Schultz all intend to continue their mission work after leaving Fond du Lac for college. Caitlin Joseph and Kelsey Schultz will attend UW-Lacrosse, and both join a church there to participate in any mission work available. I always want to be a part of it. Church is a big part of my life. Whichever church I end up in, I hope to go on mission trips with them too. Joseph then plans to transfer to Concordia and get a degree in missionary work. With goals to travel to places such as El Salvador for months at a time and either teach English or pursue a field in human resources, her aim is to make a difference. I only ever worry about other people... its the people in El Salvador; those kids in Pottstown. I want to change the world for a good way and help them get their life together. After leaving Fond du Lac, Joseph is unsure she wants to settle back here, but if she does, it will be for the sake of her church. I know our church does the good work that i would like to be apart of. I know I would be bringing the word of god with me as I go. In all, it is important to me to be helping other people.

Along with Joseph, Owens also intends to find a career designed to change lives. She will head to UW Madison in the fall, with prospects of majoring in some type of psychology or as a social worker. After my first mission trip four years ago, I realized helping people is my passion, and I couldnt stop there, said Owens. The attitudes of these children who grow up surrounded by hardship will never cease to amaze the three girls who are so passionate about others lives. The hope and faith Owens, Schultz, and Joseph instill to complete strangers is their mission, and they will continue to be awed by the effects of their meaningful work. What each girl has described as a life changing experience, the mission trips impress life lessons that cannot simply be taught, whether in the United States or in a country even less stable. It makes you appreciative for everything you could ever have, said Schultz. Its a big part of who I am because whenever I feel sorry for myself, Im like I could have it so much worse. It makes you stop complaining and worrying about your own life, its makes you realize the big picture.
Alex Owens (above left) and Kelsey Schultz (below) spend quality time with children from Pottstown, Pennsylvania.

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THe

The next generation at Fondy could be a generation of gamers.

Shane Fernandez Staff Writer

GAMER

RISE

of the

hen you enter Cruz Immels basement late at night, youll find him completely zoned in on one of his favorite first person shooters, Call of Duty. You wont hear a sound though because his Turtle Beach headphones are plugged in and hes in a completely different reality. Sometimes, he completely loses track of the time while playing with his headphones in. He may be even recording the gameplay for one of his videos on his Youtube channel. It can be a difficult schedule to adjust to mostly because I have school and work but when I get into my game, I dont have a care in the world, said Immel. This is considered life for the hardcore gamer and since people in the world are gamers then chances are they are hardcore gamers. According to the Entertainment Software Rating Board, video gaming has become a popular hobby, and many people sink many hours into it. It helps reduce stress and gives people something to do to keep their mind off of nervewracking things. When people buy video games, it helps out the gaming economy and helps give jobs to people who need them (i.e. video game developers). Many people question whether or not they are a gamer, but the fact of the matter is, if you play video games, then you ,too, are a gamer. The Kavage twins are two prime examples of Fondy gamers. These two are basically the definition of gamers. I think I like playing video games because it helps resolve everyday stress and gives me something to do, said Shane Kavage. I really dont have a reason on why I play video games, I normally just play them because I want to, said Tyler Kavage.

Local student playing a Nintendo 3DS

Shane Kavage playing Monster Hunter 3DS

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Photos by : Shane Fernandez

 Many gamers have actually been playing video games for an average of 12 years. In 2010, 67% of U.S. households played video games and the average 2010 gamer would spend eight hours a week playing video games. According to the ESRB, back in 2009, the total amount of revenue accumulated by video game/computer game sales resulted in a total of $10.5 billion. Some schools even have clubs dedicated to playing video games! At Fond du Lac High-School, there is the local gamer club which is joined by some of Fondy Highs local gamers. Local gamers can be divided into several groups, the most wellknown two being hardcore and leisure gamers. Hardcore gamers typically spend most of their time playing their favorite game either online, with friends, or just by themselves. They tend to spend many hours on their game in one single night. The typical leisure gamer tends to not be into the game as much as the hardcore gamer would. They often play for short amounts of time and play occasionally when it comes to console games. However, theyll also tend to play on other devices that play video games such as an iPhone or a Nintendo DS. Tyler and Shane Kavage are two Fondy students who would be considered hardcore gamers. They both put plenty of their time into playing video games on different consoles. They both prefer Role Playing Games/single player games like The Elder Scrolls V:

Skyrim and Fallout, which are known as very popular games. When it comes to gamer culture, there is a debate that has sparked over the years: Whats better, Xbox 360 or the PS3? While some say the 360 runs faster than the PS3, others say the PS3 has better graphics than the Xbox but thats still debatable. The Kavage twins are a prime example of people who prefer Playstation 3 over the Xbox 360. When not playing video games, these two enjoy hanging out with their friends that also enjoy playing video games, so most of the time, theyre playing video games with their friends. Some people dont even consider themselves gamers mostly because they rarely play video games. They dont even fall under any gamer category. I dont know much about video games but watch out if you play me in Mario Party because thats my game, said senior Sara Kirchhoff. The future of gaming is very promising, with all of the new games coming out in the next few months/years. All of these upcoming games are said to have very realistic graphics according to their release trailers. The gaming systems expected to release sometimes this year are the new Xbox and the Playstation 4. Gamers are hoping for better graphics on these consoles and better playability than the former systems. Chances are, the next generation will be a generation of gamers.

History Consoles
Nintendo Entertainment System Released October 18th, 1985

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Nintendo Gameboy Released July 31st, 1989

Nintendo Gameboy Advanced Released June 11th, 2001

Microsoft Xbox 360 Released November 22nd, 2005

New Xbox One and Playstation 4 Releasing in the near future

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The Great Gatsby:

A chievement In past years, The Great Gatsby has been adapted for theaters three times and once as a television film. So far, the only version that really made an impact on audiences was the last theatrical adaptation in 1974 starring Robert Redford as the enigmatic Jay Gatsby and Mia Farrow as Daisy Buchanan, his love and obsession. All of that was changed when a fourth adaptation was announced in September 2010 when Baz Luhrmann moved to Australia, where he started planning how he would film his own version. Now, after a six-month delay in theatrical release and almost a years worth or B omb ? of marketing, the 2013 version starring Leonardo Dicaprio, Carey Mulligan and Tobey Maguire was released May 10th to positive reviews from audiences and (not so) positive reviews from critics. Unfortunately, while I am one of those critics that can say I enjoyed the movie very much, I do not agree with the fact that Baz Luhrmann decided to use modern music in certain parts where it did not seem to fit since the movie takes place in 1922. I agree with a select few, such as Young and Beautiful by Lana Del Rey and Over the Love by Florence and the Machine, but having a rap song like No Church

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by tatiana bell / / staff writer in the Wild by Jay-Z and Kanye West does not seem to fit because rap music was not popularized until the 1970s when it was better known as hip-hop. Other than the music, the movie is magnificent. The settings are absolutely beautiful and the party scenes at Gatsbys house are so wild and overflowing with alcohol you could almost get drunk off of just watching them. I have to say that all around ,the performances were truly wonderful. Tobey Maguire as Nick Carroway is perfect for the role. In his first big leading role since 2009s Brothers (for which he was nominated for

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a best actor Golden Globe), Maguire shows the boyishly charming personality that we all loved when he was portraying Peter Parker, albeit with his version of Nick Carroway being more naive, especially when he first meets Jay Gatsby and doesnt suspect much of how he makes his millions. Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan, Nicks cousin, is absolutely breathtaking in her performance. Mulligan, whose breakout role as Jenny in An Education made her an Academy Award-nominee and a star to watch for, portrays Daisy with a voice and grace similar to that of Marilyn Monroe, from the way that she speaks to how she moves gracefully from one scene to another, never faltering in showing how certain aspects of her life affect her mind. It is obvious from the way her voice suddenly goes quiet whenever Gatsby is mentioned by someone that you can hear the longing in the way she says the name and is unconvincing when she tries to pretend he does not mean anything to her. During a particular scene in which Nick is joining Daisy, her husband Tom (Joel Edgerton), and her friend Jordan (whom she is trying to get Nick to form a relationship with), you notice the way her eyes tear up

ing. On top of that, they have a young daughter who is absent for almost the entire film until you see her for a short minute during the last scene. Leonardo Dicaprio plays Jay Gatsby with all of the charm you see in some of his other films where he plays a love interest. Unfortunately, you also see some of the anguish reminiscent of when he played Romeo in Baz Lurhmanns 1996 film Romeo + Juliet. You can see how his love for Daisy has taken over his entire life, throwing the lavish parties with hope that she might someday attend them, involved in dealings with mysterious men in order to keep his cash flow coming and to afford his gigantic mansion, and support his overall lifestyle that he created from

person that she seems to trust most in the world. Throughout the movie, it is evident how Gatsbys love for Daisy soon becomes an obsession when she is unsure as to what she should do and whom she should choose to stay with. It almost hurts to watch as the man that many people in Hollywood have called a teen heartthrob since his Titanic years, with his cherub face and likeable personality, fall apart before our very eyes until the only thing that exists to him is Daisy and winning her love. For those of you who have not seen any other version of The Great Gatsby, I suggest that the best thing for you to do is to watch the 1974 version with Robert Redford to decide if you think that this remake is better

Leonardo DiCaprio, from left, and Carey Mulligan with director Baz Luhrmann on the set of Gatsby.

when the phone rings and she silently grieves over the loss of her husband to his affairs with other women because she knows one of them is call-

his own imagination in hopes that it will someday include Daisy as a permanent part of it. You can see how his plan to get back together with Daisy has been put together for years in hopes of getting her back, even after she married Tom, and how Nick plays a key role in it because he is Daisys cousin and the one

or worse than the others. The movie is available at the local library and also on Netflix. I cant say whether or not you will enjoy it, but for those of you who do not care for either Leonardo Dicaprios performance or Carey Mulligan; Mia Farrow and Robert Redford are the closest thing to better. I would also suggest this to anyone who does not care for any of the leads. Either way, its your choice and I hope that you enjoy either one or both of them since they were both very well done.

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Jumping to Orlando

Fondy High students will be competing in a National Jump Rope Competition

the UK, and Africa, said sophomore Madilyn Sass. There are different divisions you are able to compete in depending on your age and skill level. The tournament is spread out over 4 days of regular competition and one day of Grand Worlds. The Cardinal Skippers will be competing in speed events such as single rope speed, single rope double unders, and double dutch speed. Most of the girls have been jump roping for close to ten years. They have all won numerous awards and honors throughout their years, and agree that its a very big part of their lives. We have all worked extremely hard at practice and our coaches have worked us to the bone, said Sass. Now all we have to do is try our best and do our thing.

When you hear the word jump rope, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Is it little kids playing jump rope outside at recess? Or is it high school-aged kids doing flips and cartwheels through the ropes? For some Fondy High students, jump rope is a huge part of their lives and theyll be taking their passion down to Orlando, Florida in July to compete at a National jump rope competition. Madilyn Sass, Allison Duley, Saiya Yanagihashi, Maddie Bahr, Katie Heilman, Margaret Krolczyk, Esther Schorse, and Amelia Bahr will all be competing in the National competiton, held July 4-9. The World Jump Rope Championship is a competition that crowns the best of the best jump ropers as world champs, said Saiya Yanagi-

hashi, senior jump-roper. This year it is held in Orlando, Florida. It is held in hopes of uniting the sport of jump rope by having athletes from all over the world compete at one competition. The World Jump Rope Championship is not only a competition, but also like a big workshop where jumpers around the world inspire each other by teaching each other (often their competition) the new tricks that they have been working all year on. Its cool because even though we all compete against each other, we are all still like one big jump rope family. The world jump rope championship has allowed me to make friends from all over the world. There will be hundreds of competitors from countries all over the world including China, Japan, Brazil,

rachael schneider // sports editor

im gay and I play

(Non)Acceptance of Homosexual Athletes?

Hes 34 years old, an NBA player, and hes gay. When you first glance at Jason Collins, he doesnt seem to give off the given stereotype of someone who is homosexual. How does society look at them? Times are changing. Nothing is secretive like it used to be. People are being more open about their own thoughts and feelings on this subject. Many Fondy athletes are a bit split, and many still feel too embarrassed to talk about it openly. I think its a great thing that Jason Collins came out, said Fondy athlete Jack Nejedlo. I think it shows courage to be able to make that announcement especially because he is still playing. If someone from Fondy came out, I dont know how I would react. I would feel a little bit uncomfy, but I wouldnt make a big deal of it. I wouldnt let it get in the way of our team and our performance. Jason Collins journey of self-discovery and self-acknowledgement be-

gan in his hometown of Los Angeles and has taken him through two state high school championships, the NCAA Final Four and the Elite Eight and nine playoffs in 12 NBA seasons. So why is homosexuality so unacceptable? I think that what Jason Collins did was very brave, said athlete Taylor Tatro. Hopefully he will inspire others to come out too. I would hope that peoples views on the player would not change. I think its cool that Jason came out, said a Fondy athlete who chose to stay anonymous. But, if someone came out on a Fondy team I dont know how I would feel. I really just dont. I wouldnt care I guess. Like I wouldnt look at them differently or feel uncomfortable in the locker room. I just would hope they would work as hard as everyone else on the team. Other athletes were asked these same questions but choose not to respond due to fear of be-

ing harassed by peers and teammates. One athletic coach at Fondy has his own personal experience and opinion on the situation. I think that the Jason Collins situation in the NBA is major advancement in civil rights for all people, said hockey coach Ryan Sarazin. Even if someone does not agree with someones sexual preference, which is fine, they do not have the right to intimidate, bully, or tell someone where they can or cant work. I had a personal situation of a hockey player in Juniors who was shipped off to another league and basically [his] hockey career ended because the team found out about his sexual preference. This never sat right with me, as I never had any issues and was friends with him until one day he was gone. Again, people have the right to think how they want to think but in a lot of communities this homophobic mentality must stopwe are better than that.

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Barking to Raise the Woof

Fond du Lac Humane Societys raising money for expansion
a d a m w e b b / / s ta f f w r i t e r

pollo is a handsome boy. His sole mission in life is to just have fun. He plays well with others and loves long walks. Apollo also happens to be a dog, so he loves the occasional earned treat. Unfortunately, he eventually found himself in the streets, where he wandered his neighborhood for months. He found himself being surrendered to an alien place, skinny, hungry and unsure of new people. He was found and surrendered to the Fond du Lac Humane Society as a stray. He quickly warmed up to the new people (after a walk, of course), and grew to a healthy weight and began trusting people again. Just under a year later, Apollo was finally adopted out to a nice home. Apollo was a stray-boxer and is definitely not the only one. There are many situations that can lead a pet out on the streets. Of all American households, 68% own an animal. There are 78.2 million dogs owned and 86.4 million cats; almost anything can happen. From natural disasters to lost homes, abuses to everyday accidents like leaving the door open, our pets need a place to go, and someone to help them. For our community, that place is the Fond du Lac Humane Society, and that person is shelter manager Renee Webb. However, they

have come to the realization that their current shelter might not be enough. The Humane society has begun a mission to fundraise $600,000 to expand their shelter. Fundraisers includes Lucky Dog Bingo every Thursday, and every second and fourth Saturday, a yearly theme ball, dog shows, and other various things. The improvements would give more kennel space and a separate sick bay for dogs with kennel cough, an upper respiratory infection in dogs spread very easily in close quarters like an animal shelter. It would also provide more room for the current and future animal population in Fond du Lac. They also hope to accomplish that goal by the Fall of 2014. [On average we receive] 1000 cats, 600 dogs, 100 small pets a year, said Webb. [The improvements] would provide adequate isolation and intake for shelter pets...we created domestic pets and we have a responsibility and accountability for them. The current facilities hold about 60 dogs, 200 cats and an unidentified amount of critters, with space being easier to section off for much smaller animals. The improvements would allow approximately 100 dogs and 280 cats. Its not just about adding capacity, we will be more adequately contain and isolate the animals we have, said Webb. Separating contagious

and noncontagious animals, stray and bite hold from adoptable, and nurseries for pregnant and nursing animals. There is a lot anybody can do to help. Spreading the word, volunteering, handing out flyers, assisting at fundraisers, donating, adopting; anything big or small is well appreciated. The Humane Society exists only to help the animals that dont have a voice or the capability to help themselves. The police rely on the Humane Society a lot, said Officer Vokes. Were not as knowledgeable as them in these situations. When I was on the road, I got calls all the time. Personally I got calls five to ten times a month, and thats just one officer! [The shelter] definitely needs more room, the bigger the better. I donate canned food and bleach, as much as I can. Im a huge supporter, and I am all in favor for them. I think the shelter is great, said Mrs. Heitzman. Getting animals off the streets and giving them an opportunity to find them a forever home is wonderful. I donate blankets, pet clothes and cleaning supplies... anything I can. Providing support for the pets, staff volunteers, as well as the community is our job. [The shelter is] a place for lost, homeless and abandoned pets as well as community awareness and education, Webb said.

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q & a with an artist jaden hambrick

when did you get into art?
I really got into art when I was 4 years old. I had wanted to draw Robin from Batman, and I spent nearly 5 hours until my four-year-old self was satisfied with it! After that I started to draw anything I could draw from people to animals to objects!

Favorite piece you did for the art show?

My favorite piece I did for the art show was definitely the Legend of Zelda poster. I sacrificed many hours of sleep over that, and Im extremely proud and satisfied with it after putting in so much work.

What did you all make for the art show?

For the art show I made an art portfolio featuring some of my friends and I, a pastel piece incorporating feet, a colored pencil disfigured mirror drawing, and a Legend of Zelda poster.

Do you have any inspirations/anyone who inspires you?

A person that really inspires me is Glen Keane. Hes a character animator for Disney (he created the Beast, Aladdin, Ariel, Rapunzel, and more) and his work is just so amazing and always gets me pumped and excited! Other people are my family and good friends who support me!

do you have Plans for anything art-related after high school?

After high school I plan to go into a degree for animation and someday work at PIXAR as a character animator where Ill get to work with both 2D and 3D animation!

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Many students showcased their artwork at the annual Fondy High Art Show between May 13-17.

DRAFT DREAMS
w r i t t e n b y k ay l a ma r c o e

From Fond du Lac to Omaha, Michael Wilson takes his hockey dreams to the next level

this time of the year,

many college athletes are crossing their fingers, waiting to see if they will be moving on to bigger leagues. Its a stressful and hopeful time in an athletes life. What most people dont know is that it also happens in high school, and that a few weeks back, it happened to a current Junior here at Fondy. Michael Wilson has been waiting for this moment for a while: to see his name on the United States Hockey League site, next to one of the leagues teams. He was drafted in May by the Omaha Lancers, which is a part of the United States Hockey League. This means Michael could potentially be relocating to Nebraska next year. If he makes the final roster, he will move to Omaha, live with a family associated with the Lancers organization, and will finish his high school career at a local school. Ever since I heard of the USHL, its been what Ive wanted, Wilson says. The Lancers were my first choice. Their organization and their city is just unbelievable. Michaels work ethic also started very early, says Sharon Wilson, Michaels mom. When he was in 6th grade he would get up at 5:00 AM and head to the rink before school for hockey practices. Over the last two years, he has spent every weekend from September 1 to October 31 in the Minneapolis area playing with Team Wisconsin. In fact, there were times when we would suggest he take a weekend off just to hang with friends or take a rest and his reply was always, not going to happen... I wont get better by not playing. Being drafted is just the beginning. Wilson will attend a tryout camp in Omaha in June. All returning players and draft picks go there to give it all theyve got and compete for a spot on the final roster.

The USHL is the best NCAA development league in the world; players come from many states and countries to play and be offered NCAA scholarships, explains Leigh Mendelson, the General Manager of the Omaha Lancers Hockey Club. Also, it is a good breeding ground for the NHL; many players each season are drafted by NHL clubs. Once a player leaves the USHL for the NCAA, they are ready to play at that level, and the NCAA is where many then become prepared to play hockey professionally. I went down for a practice in March, and they said that they were going to put me on their draft board, so it was a little expected, says Wilson. Wilsons dedication and love for the sport has had a huge part in getting him where he is today. He is extremely focused and determined to do whatever it takes, says his mom. He is very disciplined about setting goals. I think his work ethic the past off-season helped him prepare physically for a league like the USHL, but his biggest growth was in his mental development, says coach Ryan Sarazin. Him being a leader on our team and keeping strong mental focus has been great. Michael has been playing hockey for eleven years and has been a part of Team Wisconsin for three. He has dedicated a large part of his life to get him to where he is today. Originally, Michael caught our eye because of his speed, competitiveness, aggressiveness, and work ethic, recalls Mendelson. After a few viewings, his skill level and offensive abilities came more to the forefront, including a hat trick vs. Superior in State quarterfinal playoff game. He has a good solid base of work, and if he can acclimate himself to the pace and level of the USHL, he has a chance to produce some offense. I hope he takes the team concept to the next level, says Sarazin. If you look at successful players that play at high levels of hockey, they are driven, team-first guys. Individuals fall by the wayside. Ive learned a lot that Ill take with me, Wilson states. The coaching and learning aspects, the things Ive gotten from Coach Sarazin, and the different

types of gameplay Ill have from Team Wisconsin. There are no guarantees for veteran players, or draft picks other than an honest chance to make our roster, explains Mendelson. There are always free agents who come to camp and take a veteran or drafted players spot, if those players arent prepared to compete or execute. We will bring about 28 players to camp in Omaha in September to compete for a final 23 roster spots, over the course of the pre-season, we make our final roster decisions. Though not a guaranteed spot, Coach Sarazin believes that Michael will earn one. I think he has what it takes to make the final roster. It will just depend on his tryout and the teams assessment of him and the players they have returning to their lineup. Itll be a whole new start, a new atmosphere. Just playing at an extremely high level day in and day out, Wilson tells. We are above and beyond proud of Michael, says Sharon. He is a wonderful son and he sets a great example for his younger brother Noah and many cousins. We are his number one fans! We wish Michael the best and we are proud to move players on to a higher level of hockey here at Fond du Lac High School, Sarazin says. Wilsons final thoughts? Its an honor. Its an accomplishment that means a little something in the world of hockey. Im just happy to be a part of the Lancers organization.

I think if you asked Michael, he would say all of that was easy because he loves to play hockey that much.
Sharon Wilson

we have issues
meet the staff of cardinal columns

Here in the newsroom, there is a group of real people not robots who work tirelessly to meet deadlines, get photos, and design pages. These are the people that work hard every issue to bring you the magazine you love.

ou see the magazines. You read the stories. But do you actually know who is behind the writing?

the editorial staff

Sydney Inks
Editor-In-Chief
Sydney has been the Editor of Cardinal Columns for two years. She hopes to major in Journalism and possibly minor in Photo-Journalism when she attends UWStevens Point this fall. She has been in dance since age four and spends the rest of her free time hanging out with her friends.

madeleine trtan
Co-Editor-In-Chief
This is Madeleines first year as Co-Editor and she has loved every minute of it! In the fall, she intends to study English or Political Science with a double minor in Spanish and International Studies at the University of Vermont. She enjoys snuggling with her 12 year-old Pekingese, Phoebe.

christine moua
Art Director
Christine is a senior and this is her second year in Print Journalism. She enjoys listening to music and spending quality time with her laptop. One time, she made Patrick Carney laugh. This is literally all you need to know about her.

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bergen van riper

Entertainment Editor
Bergen is a senior and likes to take her kitty for walks. She is excited to continue studying the world of journalism in college and hopes to make a great journalist someday.

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Mr. smith
Advisor
Mr. Smith has been teaching English and journalism since 2010. Prior to that, he taught high school English in Maryland for five years. He also spent several years as a writer and designer, including two years as a reporter for a weekly newspaper in Washington, D.C.

kayla marcoe

Entertainment Editor

Kayla is another senior staff member. Her biggest goal in life is to marry Aaron Rodgers... even if hes already engaged. She will be attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison next year to pursue a degree in journalism, focusing on sports broadcast (like Erin Andrews!)

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rachael schneider
Sports Editor
Rachel is a junior and a loud, opinionated sports writer. She loves playing and watching hockey and spending time with her friends. She has a strong passion for journalism!

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Luckie is a senior who enjoys running, playing games, and hanging out with friends. He is in Key Club and Track and loves being in them.

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melanie rytkonen
Melanie likes to swim, hang out with friends, and shop. Shes a caring and friendly person and loves to listen to music.

shane fernandez
Shane is just an average student. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games and listening to some of his favorite musicians/ bands.

tanvi kumar
Tanvi Kumar loves to write. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching Disney movies, and traveling the world.

christina mccleave
Christina loves writing personal stories about her life, hanging with her friends and family, and traveling to different places.

jorden glendinning
Jorden is a fun, loveable, creative gal. She loves to hang out with her friends and family, write stories, and help people.

adam webb
Adam is a long time lover of music. When hes not writing, playing, or listening to music, he likes to hang out with his friends and play with his dogs and cats.

austin klewicki
Austin loves to play hockey and has a passion for sports, science, history, and writing.

danny weed
Danny is a senior and writes for the Sports Department.

greg mora
Greg is a individual who is looking to spread his culture and promote it in any way.

w h y d i d yo u j o i n p r i n t j o u r n a li s m?
Jorden Glendinning:
I joined Print Journal-

ism because I love writing and thought it would be perfect to showcase my writing.

laura engebretson
Laura is a sophomore who enjoys various arts, including singing and writing. In her freetime she enjoys playing video games and going on walks.

madeleine trtan:

and I always loved reading the Cardinal Columns. My best friend [Sydney] encouraged it.

Ive always liked writing,

favo r i t e a rt i c le(s) yo u w rot e t h i s y ea r?

christine moua:
I loved writing Sahra

Mahameds and Vicente Lezamas stories. They were fun people to interview, and it was great to put their stories out there for everyone to read.

bailey ROMMELFANGER
Bailey does yard work in his free time. He likes to play on his iPod and making the world a better place for future generations.

Rachael schneider:
and fun to interview.

Gnevuchs story. He was the most inspirational

I enjoyed writing Mr.

sydney inks:

the school store. It was good experience in writing investigative stories and it was a hot topic at the moment.

The investigative story about

kayla marcoe:

my favorite. It gave me an opportunity to do some actual in-depth sports writing, and I got to cover a

Draft Dreams was by far

tatiana bell
Tatiana is a junior and has written multiple movie and book reviews for Cardinal Columns.

success story that showed hard work and emotion.

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bittersweet
Farewell
b y j o r d e n g le n d i n n i n g

hen senior Jenny Smit got off the bus for her last volleyball match of the year, she and everyone on the team walked into the locker room to get ready to play the game. Music blared through the locker room as everyone slipped into their uniforms to play the final game of the season. They got out onto the court and began their warm-ups. None of them knew if they were going to win or lose. Jenny could feel the nerves pulsing through her body, but she was excited because she knew they could win. As the warm-up was over and they got in the huddle, all of the seniors said that they need to play their hearts out because this could be their last game and that they are just asking for everyone to work hard. Unfortunately, it did turn out to be their last game. They lost and many seniors were done playing competitive volleyball for the rest of their lives. For Jenny it was certainly her last game as a high school student. Tears streamed down her face as she left the court. It was hard to think that my high school sports career was over and that we may not see very much [of the people on the team] anymore and because we would not play with them again if they were done with sports, said Smit. Teammates were hugging. So were the fans. The seniors were taking it the hardest. After all of the hugging they went into the locker room still crying and saying why and its not fair. The

bus ride home was hard. Some were still crying, but now talking about all of the memories that the team had throughout the season. Senior athletes this year have had a good run. With many teams going to states, they should feel proud to have left it all out on the field for court. However, there always comes a time when the senior athlete plays his or her final match. Many will never compete at such a high level again. [Its] very emotional for yourself even if youre a senior because you know youre not coming back, said Ty Rebedew, three-sport athlete. You dont want it to end but you gotta grow up sometime. Many of our athletes will leave with the best memories. For Ty Rebedew his best memory of Hockey was states, because he and his brothers all went. My best memory is when our swim team broke the 400 free relay in four minutes, said Michaela Martin, That hasnt been done in three years. Ashlin OBriens was going 21-1 their sophomore year for basketball. John-Myles Gaskell and Smits were overnights in the hotel and spending time with the team. My best memory is when we had our opening win for the football season, said Ben Maruska. This was definitely the highlight of my highschool career. As the seniors leave high school athletics I would say to them enjoy every

day of practice and every game, said Coach Ziegler. They will never have another experience quite like this and with softball being the last season of their high school careers it will probably have that finality feeling, that they may not have experienced yet, I would also say that they should continue to work hard and do their best in any situation, whether it be athletics, school, work or personal life. If there is one thing they take from being part of a team it is how to be a part of a team and work well with others. It is a skill they will use for the rest of their lives. Keep a good focus on your goals, said Martin to the upcoming seniors. It can be really easy to get distracted from them with everything going on around you, but it is really rewarding when you get them. Dont let miniscule things distract you from what you really want. I hope that our athletes learn or gain the following characteristics: leadership, teamwork, dedication, strong work ethic and the ability to set goals and work towards them, said Mr. Deering, Athletic Director. Give it your all and enjoy every minute of it because it goes so fast, said Emily Nett. Kyle Dunn, Ty Rebedew, Ben Maruska and Michaela Martin will be playing for their college teams. For all of the athletes, team work is a big key. As these seniors know, the memories made with the team are everlasting.

Letters to the Editor

Letter from the Cardinals Nest

Dear Student Body,
As you all are aware, a couple months ago the School Store was closed down. There has been lots of false rumors so we are writing this letter to inform all of what really happened and how sorry we are for the whole situation and our actions. The store was shut down due to many bad choices from the entire staff. There was lack of supervision, organization and communication throughout the semester. Which resulted in theft of money for food for the entire staff. This was done 1-2 times a week and eventually got out of hand. Money was not taken for personal use, simply for food for the staff. As was stated in the Cardinal Columns, students stole apparel this was a false accusation because we, as staff, were told we could wear the apparel to advertise and then when finished we had to put back. We understand that we affected the student body in many ways and we are deeply sorry. We didnt think this was going to be taken so far. Staff were first going to get charged and received a fine for theft, but the school decided to allow us to go to student court. From then we received our punishment. We not only had to clean off tables and clean the lunch room every day, we had to do 30 hours of community service and write apology letters. We are also not allowed in or near the school store. These punishments were fair and were all supposed to be finished by the end of the year or further punishment would be set in place. Once again, we are deeply sorry for our poor decisions and actions and we hope that this situation will be put in the past now that all of you are aware of the true story.

Editorials
In a perfect world, everyone would be respectful and get along. People would mind their own business, and social networking sites would be used to give off positive vibes instead of negative attitudes. Lately, life at Fondy High has been far from that. With the Twitter movement becoming stronger than ever during the 2011-2012 school year, it was probably just a matter of time until the immaturity of high school-aged kids took it as an opportunity to give off their unnecessary and unwanted opinions. Starting out as a way to share your daily experiences and connect with friends, Twitter now has a negative connotation. With parody accounts such as Fondy Swag (@FondySwag), FHS memes (@FondyHighMemes),

Tw-idiots

#fondysfinest
things about peers and teachers, using the incentive of a retweet or favorite for the best or funniest comments. When you use the cover of a fake account to call people things such as f**kers, b**ches, and pu**ies, it actually is quite ironic. If you sit there behind a computer screen, under the protection of the fake account, again, we turn your inappropriate language back on you. If youre almighty and perfect, why do you need a cover name to say what you feel? In a nutshell, we have two words for you: grow up. Your rebellious behavior and your popularity wont look so cool when youre 40 years old and perched behind a screen making nasty judgements about people who have actually done something with their lives.

multiple fake principal accounts, and our personal favorite, FHS Problems (@fondyprobs), teachers and students alike are receiving extreme disrespect on a sometimes daily basis. If you use your time in school to tweet things such as if you hangout in front of one of the four downstairs bathroom areas youre probably a f***ing dumba**, (FHS Problems), we, the Cardinal Columns editorial staff, personally believe that you are what you tweet, and that you need to straighten out your priorities. Not only do these accounts personally bring negative feelings, they encourage it in other students. Using hashtags like #fondysfinest and #FHSProblems, the parody accounts inspire (not in a good way) others to tweet adverse

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love is love
n a nation that relies entirely on choice, freedom, and equality, it can only be inquired as to why the issue of marriage equality is even an issue at all. Under the United States Declaration of Independence, the phrase life, liberty and the pursuit of Happiness is utterly hypocritical when it comes to the matter of same sex marriage. Why is there a battle in order to live and love freely without judgement and law when one of the nations most vital documents states that we, American citizens, have the right to live happily and freely? We are born to believe that we have the option to marry the person that we love. We are destined to

marry our soulmate, a person to start a family with, a person to grow old with, a person to die with, a person to love unconditionally, under any circumstances. Unfortunately, homosexuals (roughly 2% of the United States population), do not have this luxury. Working towards the right to marry their own soulmate is a fixed fight that seems to be never ending. The first state to legalize gay marriage was Massachusetts in 2004. Since 2004, 11 other states have equalized marriage to all Americans. Marriage, gay or straight, is legal in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Maryland, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island,

Vermont, Washington, Washington D.C. and most recently, Minnesota which became the 12th state to approve same-sex marriage on May 14. Marriage is marriage, whether its gay or straight; there is one common denominator: love. There are people in the world who marry for money, who marry for citizenship, who marry just to marry, who get divorced then marry again. Yet, a couple of the same sex who have spent years together can not seal the deal? Labeling love as wrong or right is offensive and unfortunate. If we are all created equal, what power do we have to tell someone who or who not to love? In order to gravitate toward peace, we must accept and love

no tolerance policy or free-for-all?

Bullying at Fondy High
ullying happens on a daily basis to hundreds of kids and teenagers. How does Fondy actually handle bullying? How does the administration help you with your bullying problem? According to the administration, the school has a bullying incident report for anyone who believes there is an incident involving being bullied. If an administrator sees something in the hallway, he or she stops it. Many students would disagree. They dont really do anything, said sophomore Marcus Amsde. A kid bullied me all the time, tried jumping me at school. The principles didnt do anything, so

I had my classes changed around. People will be nice to you, but talk behind your back, tear you down, make fun of you, and they dont really help, said sophomore Molly Ramirez. They just listen to the story and say You can talk it out. It seems like bullying isnt that big of an issue to them. Freshmen year this guy bullied me, said junior Anna Shaefer. He would throw food at me and spit on my chair harassing me. The first week of freshman year, I went home crying. The lunch monitors didnt help me at all. I got sexually harassed, said freshmen Martina Molina. I was told I was going to be raped. It took me three times telling the prin-

cipals before they did anything. Bullying hurts a lot of people every single day. It is not something some people just get over. Getting bullied could lead to severe depression and sometimes even suicide. Getting picked on could be a serious issue for people. It is time to take a stand against bullying. No more bullying. There should not be a feeling of not wanting to come to school because youre afraid of being bullied. The school should be taking more actions on bullying, such as, ISS, out of school suspension and even harassment citations if other consequences dont put a stop to the bullying. It is time that the No Tolerance Policy takes effect.

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