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Cary Shepherd/Staff photographerBrian Tennison, new Dean of Students, contemplates all of his new duties on the third floor in addition to remaining the ACADEC coach.

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Daley to not run againJessica ClementStaff reporter

On Sept. 7, Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley announced that he will not be running for re-election in February. Daley has served six terms as mayor since initially running for the position in 1989, and has received both praise and harsh criticism for all that he has taken on within the city. “Daley made Chicago into one of the great commercial business cities in the world, with fantastic economic development,” says Kevin Waller, economics teacher. “This city has generated vitality and jobs under his leadership. That said, there are plenty of critics.” Daley has received disapproval for the corruption he has been associated with. Many of his employees were indicted, convicted, and sent to jail for various crimes that were committed under his watch. At the same time, Daley built up the city’s tourist industry, parklands, and over 60 libraries throughout the city. “I think that given how much Daley put on his plate,” comments Chris Gamble, social science teacher, “whoever takes over as mayor will have a difficult job to do. Even though that’s the case, there are indeed interesting candidates out there.” Rahm Emanuel raised millions of dollars for Daley and represented the fifth congressional district in Chicago from 2006 to 2009, before taking the position of White House Chief of Staff. Emanuel, along with WY’s alderman, Robert W. Fioretti, are two of the many potential candidates for mayor. Mayoral elections will take place on Feb. 22. If no candidate gets 50% of the vote, there will be a run-off election the first Tuesday in April. “Fioretti has been a fantastic alderman for WY and this area,” says Rachel Bowlus ’11. While Daley has gotten attacked over the years for some of his actions, he still has taken great strides in making Chicago a better city, and will leave a strong mark.

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Do you have a new counselor this year?Diana RosenStaff reporter

If you’ve been wondering why an unfamiliar counselor name is listed on your schedule, the answer is here.

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New Dean in the officeJulia DennisStaff reporter

Until last year, Dean of Students Brian Tennison taught AP European History, AP World Studies and coached the Academic Decathlon. This year, he replaces former dean Rickey Harris. Tennison describes his role as “being the person that is supposed to advocate for you” through mentoring, disciplining, or other ways of support. His job description includes administrator of the floor, graduation, junior class sponsor, handling problems on the third floor for teachers and students, assigning lockers, and other tasks. This year he is “trying to figure out the rhythm of the day and year.” One thing that remains the same as in previous years is Tennison’s job as the Academic Decathlon coach.

Alyssa Bivins ’11, a returning member of the ACADEC team, says that “although Tennison’s quantity of work may have increased, the quality of his work is still as excellent as previous years.” Tennison offers butterscotch candy and pictures of his family decorate the walls. Although the job of dean may seem decidedly different from the relationship of student to teacher, Tennison’s office is very much in the middle of school activity. His job as dean is now “a social challenge.” As Dean, Tennison is prepared to help any individual who comes to him. Sheila Lent, social science teacher, took over Tennison’s role as Department Chair and agrees that teachers are here for the students. She views her job as making sure the department communicates with each other to ensure they are on the same page about what skills students should have and how better to support students. So, take advantage of these relationships and Tennison’s butterscotch, and help welcome him into his new position.

When Patricia Sanders, Counseling Department Chair retired last June, the school didn’t believe they would have the economic capability to hire a replacement counselor, according to Norma Chinn, the new Counseling Department Chair. “The school had to find a way to equitably redistribute students over eight counselors,” said Chinn. This solution, she said, would be “best for the students.” Seniors are remaining with their counselors from last year because making the transition to a new counselor while filling out college applications would be difficult. Chinn has taken over Sanders’ senior divisions. The rest of the student body has been redistributed alphabetically. According to Chinn, dividing students up by division meant some counselors had larger loads than others, so this new system will help balance it out. The counseling staff is overall pleased with the redistribution.

“Dividing up the student body alphabetically was the only fair way of doing it,” commented Counselor Debra Hogan. She also pointed out that suburban schools have used this system for years, and it has worked for them. “I think whenever you have a big change it’s hard, but everything will be fine after the first year,” Hogan added. One major advantage will be that counselors will get to know families, since students with the same last names will have the same counselor. During registration, positions removed due to state budget cuts were given back, including the one counselor position. At that point, the redistribution of students had already taken place. Although this redistribution will make the jobs of the counselors much easier in some cases, many sophomores and juniors who had already established relationships with their counselors are upset about being switched. “Ms. Hogan always

helped me with anything I needed,” says Madison Mattox ’12. “Now I don’t even know my new counselor.” Henry Mosher ’13 agrees. “I really liked having Ms. Diori as my counselor and I wish I didn’t have to switch to someone new,” said Mosher.A common concern is that students won’t have the ability to get to know their counselors as well as they knew their old ones. “I haven’t talked to my new counselor yet,” says Nathan Pace ’12. “I don’t know when I will be able to.” It’s especially crucial that juniors get to know their counselors because next year they will be working with them on their college applications. Hogan feels juniors will have the time. “Definitely. They have all year,” Hogan said. The ninth counselor position has been given to Tameka Davis. She will be working as an exclusive freshman counselor. Her office is located on the third floor in the gold house area - office 4F.

Counselor LocationsCheck your handbook for a detailed breakdown of the new counselor as-signments. Then, find your counselor in their office:

• Norma Chinn, room 280

• Tameka Davis, 4F• Esther Diori, 1B• Debra Hogan, 3F• Glenn Jones, 3A• Marissa Martinez, 1A• April Nicholson, 2F• Dana Stearns, 4A• Jennifer Stevenson, 2A

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New face sure to add new ideas

Leia BrownStaff reporter

Meet Brian Sievers, the newest addition to the math department. At the beginning of the 2010-2011 school year, Sievers took over the position of pre-calculus and probability and statistics teacher. A physics teacher for 12 years at other Chicagolarea schools, Sievers jumped at the opportunity “to establish [himself] at this school.” According to Danna Dotson, math department chair, assistant principal Mark Grishaber brought her attention to Sievers’ resume. Dotson found his long lists of grants very impressive. “I was like ‘oh my goodness, look at all these fantastic things he’s done, especially in times of economic downfall’,” recalled Dotson. Dotson found his participation in the MIT challenge and Invent Team project especially impressive. Sievers, a graduate of the University of Illinois with a masters degree in mechanical engineering, is passionate about environmental projects. Sievers is working hard on an urban farming project called the Lexus Eco Challenge DL and hopes to revitalize the Science/Eco club at WY. Students are ecstatic about their new teacher. “I love his teaching style,” says Shannon Hawkins ’12. “It’s a thousand times better than being in a class with a boring teacher who talks at you.” Sievers has a reputation for being a dynamic physics teacher, but can he handle math? Dotson thinks so. “He has a very solid base in engineering, which is a math based career.” Dotson says. Dotson believes that Sievers will implement projects and physics into math and teach students when and how to use physics while “bringing a new energy to the math department.” Sievers has a genuine excitement for his new teaching position at WY. He chose the school because of the “challenge to teach highly motivated students who are college bound” and the “opportunity to teach at a premiere educational institution.” Sievers has plenty of interests outside of school. He played collegiate hockey and hiked the beautiful Mt. Katadhim in Maine. So, is WY living up to Sievers’ expectations? “Yes and more,” he said.

Cary Shepherd/Staff photographerAssisting a student in the new SSIN space, mentor Tabitha Rice feels excited to be a part of this innovative program. Rice took part in the steering committee that established SSIN.

WY institutes SSINArissa MooreStaff reporter

Most CPS students cannot fathom the amount of stress WY students deal with on a daily basis. Students are held to high academic, athletic, and social standards, and it can be overwhelming. Administrators continue to recognize this and have devised a solution that works best for all of WY. Supporting Students in Need (SSIN) is debuting this year. The program has been introduced in an effort to identify and assist students that may be falling behind academically, socially, or just

in need of the extra support. “The program is aimed at students who are struggling in a variety of areas, not just academics,” says Anatomy teacher Augustina Pucci, also an active member of SSIN. “It is meant to give a small population of troubled stu-dents academic and personal support from members of the WY community,” continues Pucci. Although SSIN is tailored to individual students’ needs, some of the program’s servic-es include a drop in center for tutoring during lunch periods, peer and alumni mentoring, social activities, skills work-shops, and career workshops hosted by WY alumni. SSIN accepts students referred by teachers, counselors and other WY students. Referral forms for the program are available through Edline, the main office, counselor offices, and dean offices. “Through this program,

we are trying to provide a coordinated plan for service to students,” says SSIN Coordi-nator Nicole Neal. “It is for the students who have tried other things in the past but are still having concerns.” SSIN is expected to ben-efit its participants in many different ways. “Because SSIN is designed to support students’ academic and social needs, the program will encourage academic suc-cess by reinforcing successful academic strategies,” says Li-brarian Deborah Barnes, also a SSIN staff member. “It will also encourage social interaction skills that will carry students for life.” At this point, SSIN is still recruiting participants and planning upcoming activities. “We hope the program becomes a whole school effort to get everyone involved and working together to make sure that no student falls through the cracks,” says Neal.

Dynamic newbieAllie McRaithStaff reporter

After last year’s budget crisis, many teachers’ futures were unsure. WY had to lay off some teachers before the budget came through to re-hire the teachers; two math teachers had already found other jobs. This left the math department in a bind. The department chair Danna Dotson was in search of a “dynamic” teacher, and applicant Angelina Myers stood out. Myers graduated from Dominican University as a Golden Apple Scholar. This scholarship program trains aspiring teachers starting right after high school graduation. A renowned program, Dotson saw Myers as an excellent candidate who would fit in with the WY atmosphere. Within the span of the first few weeks of the school year, Myers has already made an

impression on her students. Leticia Angel ’14, describes Myers as young and cute, who teaches with a “fresh perspective on math.” Her own school experiences led her to this career. “My second grade teacher made me want to be a teacher and the thought never went away. In high school I realized I wanted to teach math. Then in college, that I wanted to teach high school math,” says Myers. Collegues already have great things to say. “She brings an enthusiasm to teaching math,” Dotson comments. WY has also already

made an impression on Myers. “I didn’t have a lot of expectations but they have already been exceeded. The students are smart and goal orientated, which fosters a productive learning environment within the classroom,” declares Myers. Throughout the rest of the school year, a common goal between teacher and students is to have a successful year. Angel is sure this will happen, as she already likes Myers teaching style. “Ms. Myers goes really slowly sometimes, but its okay because she is doing it to make sure everyone understands,” Angel recalls. Myers echoes this. “I hope to have a good year and build relationships with students and faculty members. I’m excited to see what the year brings,” she said. She is going to help with Math team, but wants to be involved with other things. “I’ll keep my eye open. They just hired me so I’m still not sure what else there is [club-wise],” said Myers. Myers enjoys seeing movies, going out to eat, and cherishes sitting down with a good book when she finds the time.

Potential cutbacks don’t come to fruition this yearRyann StarksDesigner

Remember last year when about 40% of the school received Saturday Schools for protesting? That was when many students and teachers feared the situation brought about by a state budget deficit-- the state was not giving the Board of Education enough money to run the Chicago Public Schools system efficiently. Around the end of the 2009-2010 school year, there was a big chance that many teachers would be laid off and class sizes would increase to around 37 students per classroom. Many students protested this potential classroom layout with sayings such as “No to 37” and “Save our Schools”. By the end of the school year, many teachers received news that they had lost their jobs, but later on in the sum-mer the budget deficit had been resolved. The national government gave money to each state for their budgets. “We had a 100% place-ment of teachers who got their jobs back,” says Principal Joyce Kenner. “We lost 18.9 teachers, but we gained most of the teachers back, and the rest found jobs elsewhere.” Working with the budget took all summer with members of the administration looking for a way to solve the budget problem. For example, teach-ers like Tabatha Rice, Writing Center coach, are very grate-ful to have a job, no matter how long it took to work the budget out. “The budget easement came very late. I didn’t learn until July that I could come back,” says Rice. She har-bors no ill feelings about the situation. “I am filled with gratitude. I was terrified that I wasn’t staying at WY. I was even worried about keeping a career in teaching,” says Rice. Rice can thank Kenner, Assistant Principals Mark Grishaber, Melvin Soto, and Attendance Director Marianne Stojak for working all summer on stabilizing the budget. With all the panic of last year, Kenner says for now the budget is set, but is still wary of possible future cuts. “There is always a chance of cuts every school year, but we have to anticipate poten-tial cuts in the budget,” says Kenner. With an average of a 28:1 student to teacher ratio, students should appreciate the circumstances of this school year because they were not easy to come by. “I am glad everything stayed about the same,” says Carla Nodi ’11, “but I do not believe protesting last year was for nothing. Our voices did make a difference.”

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Toia lives on Matt StantonStaff reporter Over the summer, WY lost one of its brightest future stars. On Aug. 10, Rebekah Toia ’13 passed away in a

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tragic accident. People who knew her are trying to erase the memory of the tragedy, and are now instead focusing on the good times they shared with Toia. Toia was a hardworking student, a tenacious softball player, a talented writer, and most importantly, a genuinely good human being. Ben Guttman ’11 lightheartedly recalls the first time he saw Toia hit a softball in practice. “It was her first time up at the plate ever; she swung and hit a line drive right at [Coach Mike] Hinrichs,” remembers the smiling Guttman. “It was hilarious seeing someone her size make a grown man writhe on the ground in pain. The

whole team got a kick out of that.” Guttman adds that “although she was small she was one of the strongest and most fearless players on the team.” Mike Hinrichs, girls’ softball coach, remembers the play Toia made that saved the team last season. “We were playing Northside [College Prep] in the city semifinal game,” recounts Hinrichs. “We were winning with two outs in extra innings and Rebekah had replaced Joanne [Caulfield ‘11] in center[field] after she was injured. A Northside batter came up to the plate and hit a rocket into the outfield. Rebekah ran

down the ball and made a spectacular snow cone catch to her glove side to preserve the win, and our overall playoff hopes. The whole bench went crazy. That was Rebekah. She was a hard worker, very upbeat, always smiling, and she was loved by all of her teammates.” Her softball teammates will remember Toia for more than her incredible work ethic and winning attitude She was a great friend and had a craving for country music. Lizzie Reetz ’11, a softball teammate and friend of Toia, fondly remembers the several times Toia would sing along to country songs during pregame warm-ups. “Rebekah loved country

music,” says Reetz. “Whenever we played at UIC’s field, they would play music on the loud speaker before the games, and she would always be singing along with the country songs that none of us knew. Kenny Chesney, Rodney Atkins, Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley—she knew all of their lyrics. It was great. We’ll all miss her a lot.” Although Toia tragically had to leave us far before she was supposed to, she still managed to touch many of us. To echo one of Toia’s poems, Rebekah is now in the sky above us, flying free. Although she is not physically walking the halls of WY, Rebekah will be remembered forever.

Alex OlivoMolly CinomanStaff reporters

Patricia Szostek ’12 left our dolphin family this year in the most tumultuous of circum-stances. After fighting colon cancer for almost two years, the battle claimed her life this past summer on Friday, August 6th. Patricia gained under-standing of her delicate state of health just before her fresh-man year at WY. Rather than utilizing the accommodations

of homeschooling, Szostek did not hesitate in making the decision to begin her high school experience at WY. In spite of her condition and the taxing hours of chemotherapy, Szostek maintained her enthu-siasm for school by keeping up with homework and attending class. “She was really amazing and never complained,” said school nurse Helen Ramirez, “She managed to get herself together and come to school through chemo treatment.” By the beginning of her

sophomore year, Szostek had completed chemotherapy and her condition improved along with her optimism at the thought of beginning her second year at WY. As the cancer returned, Szostek maintained her ev-erlasting spirit. Although the cancer put up a fierce fight, Szostek was able to see her sophomore year until the end. Thoroughly aware of her circumstances, Szostek held a strong desire to make her last trip to Poland to spend her last moments with her family.

Unfortunately Szostek passed with her memory imprinted on the hearts of her loved ones in Poland as well as a profound effect on the WY community. Brian Tennsion, Dean of Students adds, “Grieving is a complex process and there is no easy way to cope. The only solace we can take is in learn-ing and remembering.” Due to the circumstances and hardships that are part of life, principal Joyce Kenner im-parts words of wisdom, “Life is too short to waste on trivial

matters. You cannot control what life has in store so you shouldn’t waste your time. Any one of us can be gone at anytime so we need to treat each individual we meet the way they deserve to be treated. Gain knowledge from your experiences, use them to help those around you, and embrace whatever everyday life brings you.” Szostek’s exemplifying positive outlook, kind heart, and unforgettable achievements de-spite her burdensome condition are remembered and admired throughout the WY community.

Szostek battled, will not be forgotten

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NFL on TV; midseason updateAlex OlivoStaff repoter

With the first few weeks completed in the 2010 NFL season we can be sure that we are in for a very eventful year. “The NFL is what it’s all about. There is nothing else on TV worth watching,” says Jarrell Anderson ‘11. After the first few games we have seen two supposed super bowl contenders (Cowboys and Vikings) get off to a rather inauspicious beginning. We’ve seen multiple so-called average teams (Dolphins, Chiefs, Buccaneers,

Texans, and Bears) come firing out of the gate. We’ve seen overtimes, defensive stands, return touchdowns, suspensions, arrests, and blowouts and we’ve even seen a former convict return to superstar form. “So far, I love it all. My fantasy team’s doing great and the Bears are rolling,” says Julian Lopez ’10.It is clear that the effect the NFL has on teens and America as a whole in enormous. Every Sunday over a fifth of the nation tunes in to see how their favorite team is fairing. “The NFL is one of the biggest

draws on TV. I always find myself flipping between games even if I’ve got homework,” explains Charlie Stanton ’11. It is a common saying passed around NFL coaches through the ages that every season must be divided in quarters. This way you can focus on individual games easier and try to perform your absolute best. Well, America has definitely seen alot from its athletic ensemble and will be eagerly watching as the remaining quarters unfold.

MLB post season, always a hitCary ShepardStaff reporter We’re almost there everybody. The regular baseball season is ending and it’s almost the postseason! Unfortunately this year, we will not be enjoying Soxtober or whatever play on words the Tribune comes up with if and when Cubs make the post season, mostly due to some highly depressing seasons. Regardless, let’s try and enjoy the postseason for what it’s worth and give baseball a chance even with Chicago out of the picture. In the American League we have the Yankees, Rays, Twins, and Rangers making the postseason and battling it out to become the American League Champs and going to the World Series. Currently the Yankees are the favored American League Champions, due to their record in the league and against the other

teams most likely to enter the playoffs. The National League playoffs are currently harder to give an accurate estimate for who will be playing in this years postseason. So far the only relatively sure teams seem to be the Reds and the Phillies, the Phillies who will most likely clinch either their division or the wild card. This 2010 postseason may be without Chicago, but it is sure to be an epic presentation of good old American Baseball, so don’t miss an inning of it! What can you do? Make a party, pick a team to win it all, and cheer them on while eating your favorite snacks. Then say what is always said this time of year for generations of Cub fans - wait til next year!

GleeCharatcerTestStudents were asked “If you could be any Glee character, which one would you be?” These are their responses.

• “The new blonde guy because he has a big mouth, looks like Justin Bieber’s brother AND looks like the guy off the Honeycomb commercial.” –Sierra Davis ‘12

• “Sunshine because she represents Phillipino’s!” –Jamie Vogenthaler ‘12

• “Kirk, the feminine guy. I want to be just like him.” –Sam Barder ‘12

• “I wish I could be Finn. I LOVE Finn!” –Amelia Rockhold ‘13

• “The Asian pop singer because I want to be short and Asian.” –Fiona McRaith ‘14

• “Will Schuester because his name is Will and my name is Will and I’ve always wanted to sing and dance.” – Will Greenburg ’12

Dylan ForsterStaff reporter

Fox airs a winning comboJen KeyesStaff reporter Fox’s great fall line-up is going to make studying a bit difficult. Many fan favorites are set to return, including “Glee” and “House,” but several once popular shows didn’t make the cut. Don’t worry, Fox has picked up a superb slew of new shows that you’ll instantly adore. “‘Glee’ is the best!” says Sophie Criscione ’12, a self proclaimed Gleek, “Whichever song is on ‘Glee,’ you can bet the next day everyone in school is singing it.” If you think you’re too cool to watch “Glee”, think again. Your heart will melt for the attractive, musically inclined mixture of misfits in the first five minutes of the show. “I don’t have a TV at home, but I always manage to find a way to catch ‘Glee,’” says Rachel Hobert ’12. Embrace your inner Gleek every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Tuesday night also boasts two new, half-hour shows.

“Raising Hope”, airing right after “Glee” at 9 p.m., has an unusual sounding plot, but the commercials look promising. Jimmy Chance is 23 and after a one night stand with a felon, ends up with a baby daughter named Hope. The Chance family is as dysfunctional as they come. Jimmy is played by WY alum Lucas Neff ‘04. After “Raising Hope,” comes “Running Wilde” at 9:30 p.m. Starring chronic funny man Will Arnett, this show reunites two old lovers who have grown-up and grown apart in different ways. The classic opposites attract story ensures many comedic moments. More favorites return, including the hit medical show “House” for its seventh season. “‘House” is the best medical show since ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’” says Shontita Perry ’12. Cartoon shows “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy” and “American Dad” round out the returning shows that haven’t lost their popularity. The fall TV season is a time when shows can shine or fade out. Fortunately, Fox is full of TV’s current stars. There’s no doubt you’ll find something in the large range of shows. Fox has also been making headlines with new “American Idol” judges Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler. Although the new season won’t air until January, excitement is already building. Auditions started last week in New Jersey.

NBC shows start back up Jessica Clement Staff reporter When the fall comes, new and returning TV shows will definitely be discussed every day. NBC’s classics are returning, with “The Office,” “30 Rock,” and “The Biggest Loser,” in addition to new sure-to-be favorites, such as “Outsourced” and “The Event.” “I am really looking forward to ‘30 Rock’ and ‘The Office’ simply because you just have to love the adorable face of Tina Fey,” says Tim Sonnefeldt ‘12. “Steve Carell and his ‘that’s what she said jokes’ continuously give me a good laugh.” This season must be bittersweet for fans of “The Office.” Along with the new episodes comes Carell’s last year on the show. “The Biggest Loser” also never fails to surprise its viewers. “The most exciting thing about the show,” comments Silas Helm ‘13, “is seeing the crazy things Bob and Jillian will make all of the contestants do.” One of the channel’s newest shows is “Outsourced.” The comedy is about an American manager in a Mumbai, India call center. “The Sept. 23 premiere of ‘Outsourced’ blew my mind,” says Lorena Salome ‘11. “The show had me entertained from the very first minute.” “The Event” is another new series that follows a man trying to unlock the mystery of his girlfriend’s disappearance. For those mourning the loss of “Law and Order,” tune in for the new spin off “Law and Order: Los Angles” airing on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. Make sure to check out the new and returning shows on NBC this season.

Cable favorites returning this fall for new season

CBS lights up new seasonBaxter HelmStaff reporter Get the snacks, grab a comfy blanket, recline in your big chair, and flip the channel to CBS. The quiet satisfaction of knowing your favorite show is on is enough to get most high school students through the week. This fall, there are a number of new shows premiering, including “Hawaii Five-0” a contemporary show based on ending crime on the islands and “Mike and Molly”, a new comedy about an overweight couple that faces the challenge of shedding pounds. A popular returning favorite is “How I Met Your Mother”. “It is the best mix of doppelgangers, best friends, dirty humor and occasional robot wrestling; Aka the best show ever,” says Clara Byczkowski ’11. Another show that has survived the cuts is “Survivor”. It always captures many young viewers, and appeals to their sense of humor because of a few outlandish characters. “It’s funny to see grown men and women go crazy,” says Cornell McCollum ’12. “The point of it is to outplay, outwit, and outlast all the other opponents to win $1 million.” A WY favorite, which has even been shown in the classroom, is “CSI”. “I enjoy watching “CSI” because I hope to go into a similar career,” says John Qian ’11. Another returning favorite, “Criminal Minds” picked up last season’s cliff hanger and in the second episode, said goodbye to long time cast member A.J. Cook who plays J.J. on the show. Tune in Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Now uncovered with a new lineup, the channel has many fixed viewers, especially high school students. So be sure to check out the new shows, and reminisce with your solid favorites on CBS.

TVGlossaryKeep up with the “lingo” from your favorite shows:

• Gleek: A person obsessed with the Fox TV show “Glee”• GTL: The acronym from the MTV show “Jersey Shore” for gym, tan, laundry• Make it work: Tim Gunn’s favorite piece of advice on Lifetime’s “Project Runway”• Oh mon dieu!: The new version of OMG now that the CW’s “Gossip Girl” has gone French• V-juice: The term for vampire blood from the popular HBO show “True Blood”• Flonkerton: A game played during the Office Olympics. The contestant straps boxes of paper to their shoes and skis.

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David KyinStaff reporter Whether it’s cheering at the top of your lungs for your favorite sports team on Comcast Sports Net, or following the drama in “Weeds,” cable television is sure to have what you want to see this fall. Looking at the cable TV Schedule for only about 30 seconds, you’ll see about 15 different shows to forward to this fall. For the all the MTV fans,” The World of Jenks,” is a show about a guy who travels the country in search of interesting people, lives with them and televises it to show how different people live around the world. The first episode was about the rapper Maino and it definitely showed insight into his life. Some of the physical trials of his life are shown right on his face. He has a scar reaching from the right side of his mouth to a good portion of his neck. The episode is titled, “Heaven and Hell” and in it, Maino claims that the prison system actually works, or at least for himself, and it has led him from a life of no success, to one that is filled with it. “The first episode was amazing,” said Julian Lopez ‘11. “Maino went from one of the nicest guys to almost killing Jenks at one point of the show to where one of his

entourage told him to let Jenks live and I kind of freaked out inside a little bit.” Another great show on cable TV is “Weeds”. It offers a comedic view into what a big drug family’s life is about and even though it’s on premium channels, it still very much worth watching. “‘Weeds’ is so amazing!,” said Jola Szkodon ‘11. “I’m a little behind in the series and haven’t seen any of the new season yet but it’s both extremely funny and it also has a lot of drama to it too.” The last major show that has a good following on cable is “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.” It’s a show about a group of bar buddies who work with one of their fathers. Their bar isn’t exactly the most successful, but their get-rich-quick schemes are always a good laugh because the buddies aren’t exactly the sharpest tools in the shed. “‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ is one of my favorite shows. I always expect to laugh a lot before I even watch it,” said Aidan Henry ‘11 In a short wrapup, cable television will have something interesting for everyone to watch. Whether it is drama, comedy, or sports this fall will have something for every viewer.

ABC ready for another yearAlyssa DeeStaff reporter WY students are getting back into the swing of things. They are hitting the books, attending sports practices, juggling club activities, and polishing up papers. Even though there is a good amount on their plates, some of the young scholars take a short break to catch their favorite ABC TV programs. Rachel Mertel ’11 is one of many with a busy schedule who still finds an hour on Sunday nights to watch “Desperate Housewives”. This ABC comedy-drama series follows the lives of a group of women who reside on Wisteria Lane. The show is now in its sixth season, and fans are still keeping up with the dramatics of Susan, Lynette, Bree, and Gabrielle. “It’s a family tradition that my family and I sit down on the living room couch and watch the latest episode of Desperate Housewives every Sunday,” says Mertel, a devoted viewer. Currently in its eleventh season, “Dancing with the

Stars” returned Sept. 20 on ABC. This will be the first season in which fans will be able to chat live on the show with ABC in the Chat Party Lounge. “I was most excited to see ‘The Situation’s’ ripped abs,” comments Lissette Nunez ’11, referring to contestant Mike Sorrentino from MTV’s hit reality show, “Jersey Shore.” The Emmy-winner for outstanding comedy, “Modern Family,” returns for a promising second season. It airs on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. For those audiences who are searching for something fresh, check out the new ABC series “Detroit 1-8-7” and “No Ordinary Family.” The action-filled series, “Detroit 1-8-7”, stars Michael Imperioli as Louis Fitch, a detective fighting crime in the inner city of Detroit. “No Ordinary Family”, on the opposite side of the TV show spectrum, follows the Powell family as the father, mother, and their two teenage children venture to South America on the mom’s business trip. The plane

NFLUpsetsHere are some of the improbable upsets that happened in the first two weeks of the NFL’s 2010-2011 season.

Week 1

• The Houston Texans snap the Indianapolis Colts winning streak against them with an important 34-24 victory.• Many people have picked the Dallas Cowboys to be in the Super Bowl but the Washington Redskins weren’t having any of that, as they

beat the Cowboys 13-7.•Being a strong west coast team with a flashy quarterback makes the San Diego Chargers the team to beat on many teams’ schedules. But in week one, the rebuilding Kansas City Chiefs beat the Chargers 21-14.

Week 2

• Our beloved Chicago Bears managed to pull out a victory against the Dallas Cowboys, winning 27-20, andstarting off the season on the right foot with two

wins. • Many have put Brett Favre and his Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs already and see it as a sure thing. But a young MiamiDolphins team managed to get to the Vikings prehistoric quarterback and win, 14-10.• The return of Tom Brady to the New England Patriots is exciting but it has become clear that the new team to beat is the New York Jets as they won 28-14.

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ends up crashing and the four Powells experience new extraordinary lives with super powers. “Next time I have writer’s block, I’m going to plop down on my couch to watch my favorite ABC oldies and some of the new,” says Molly Block ’11.

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Cary Shepherd/Staff photographerWhere’s the water? WY’s drained pool provides an unwelcome sight for swimmers during competition season. Teams have been practicing at Juarez or individually at neighborhood facilities.

At WY injuries hamper teamsMatt StantonStaff reporter

Injured athletes stand in line against the wall outside of the trainer’s office in the basement of the gym building waiting their turn to be treated. Cuts, bruises, sprains, and broken bones have occurred in record numbers this fall, keeping Shana Scott, WY’s athletic trainer, busy. “This year has been crazy,” said Scott. “We’ve had a broken collarbone, broken arms, concussions, sprains, knee problems—basically everything.” Scott cited a couple possible reasons for the increase in injuries.

athlete’s body and increase the risk of injuring muscles, tendons and bones. My job is to prevent injuries before they have a chance to happen.” For example, if a jumper comes in with knee pain, and his knees cave-in while jumping, Scott can assess the problem and assign the jumper strength exercises that will strengthen the muscles around the knee to ultimately prevent a ligament tear. While Scott is right in her medicinal approach, boys soccer midfielder Cornell McCullom ’12, who has sat out several games with chronic ankle issues, explains injuries with an old school attitude. “In any sport, going hard and playing aggressively is absolutely necessary if you want to win,” explains McCullom. “Many times, playing aggressively makes the probability of getting injured grow because your body isn’t always capable of taking the beating and the stresses of months and months of a grinding sport. Strength training and conditioning are usually good at preventing injuries, but sometimes things happen and injuries still occur.”

“Although it may sound odd, I think teams are more competitive in their training than in past years,” Scott explained. “When kids go hard and knock each other around, they’re bound to end up with some scrapes and bruises. Plus, when you go out and walk on our football field, you understand why people get hurt. The field’s in bad shape.” Football player Vlad Stankov ’11, who is currently sitting out with a broken scaphoid bone in his wrist, offers a slightly different view. “Personally, I don’t understand the increase in injuries this season. The team hasn’t done anything differently from other years. I think getting injured is all up to chance,” said Stankov. While Stankov attributes injuries to mere random chance, Scott adds that the condition of the individual depends a lot on the severity and probability of becoming injured. “Injuries are preventable,” asserts Smith. “A variety of variables like field conditions, strength, fitness, flexibility, and nutrition can influence an

Work on pool set to begin soonCary ShepherdStaff reporter If anybody were to walk into the WY pool after school they would normally be met with the sounds of whistles, splashes, and timers going off until well into the night. It is used all seasons of the year by four WY sports teams plus Park District club swimmers. But right now, you will find nothing but a quiet, empty pool. Due to a law enacted by

the state three years ago, all public pools must meet a new safety requirement due to problems with drainage systems. The law was created after an accident that occurred involving a girl’s hair becoming caught in the drain. State legislators then enacted a law that gave all public pools three years to get the required construction done, or they would not be given a license to allow swimming. WY’s pool was supposed to be fixed over the summer, but it has yet to even begin construction. “At this point we do not know when the construction will be completed,” said Andy Parro, swim team coach. “We’re trying to rush along the construction and pressure the work into being done quickly, but we have no definite completion date.” The unknown timeline makes the planning of the girls and boys swim seasons

very difficult for meets and competitions, not to mention practice, which would normally be every morning and night. The girls swim team is very upset about the construction delays, with good reason. Their season has already begun and they do not have a home pool to practice in together, and are forced to practice individually at local pools. “It is difficult because we have a lot of potential this year and now not having a pool makes it hard for us to actually train that potential,” said Susan Engemann ’11, a member of the girls swim team. “Plus it takes away from the whole team aspect of swimming since we’re not together every morning and afternoon like we usually are.” At this point the construction is just about to begin on the pool, but there are no deadlines for when it needs to be completed. The

construction that will take place includes retiling the pool and installing new gutters. This type of construction requires the pool to be emptied and the current tile and drain covers to be removed. Then the drain covers must be installed to legally require the construction to pass safety measures. If the construction takes long enough for the pool to remain unopened until after the girls season is over, then this could potentially take up at least part of the boys swimming season as well. While everybody hopes that this will be taken care of as soon as possible and the girls team will be able to use their pool, planning for how to deal if an unopened pool alters their season as well has begun. With any luck the construction will be finished in a timely manner and the swimming season can get back on track.

Kiersch climbs her way to the top

Golf team swings into actionNicole MiddletonStaff reporter

Brightly colored polos, khakis, and a little backswing…that’s right, its WY golf season again. With fresh faces on the team and coaching staff, this season has teed off to a great start. The girls team consists of eight girls and the new coach, Special-Ed teacher Jeri Jozwiak. The girls team needed a new coach, and Jozwiak was up for the job. “I actually just took up golf this summer, so it has been fun to learn the game alongside the girls,” shares Jozwiak. On both teams, players are optimistic about certain teammates qualifying for state. Jozwiak believes Karli Krok ‘13 will definitely

qualify, if not the entire team. “We have made lots of improvements since the beginning of the year and we will continue to work hard to bring home another city title,” says Omari Whitmore ’12. Other boys on the team have commented that the work has been tough but they are really seeing results. “The season has been fun, and we have been playing well, only losing to Northside College Prep,” agrees Zach Stewart ’11. Coach Kevin Snider has stepped up to replace the former golf coach this year. He is excited to have the opportunity to work with such great guys this season, also noting that everyone on the team maintains at least a 4.0 GPA. Snider remains confident about advancing into regionals. “Our goal this year is not just to start a team, but a strong program that will be long lasting and will make a name for golf in Chicago,” says Snider. Since the boys have finished second in their conference, the real work is just beginning.

Baggett carries load for footballCharlie BurdickStaff reporter

This year’s varsity football team is running through the competition…literally. Football Coach Tim Franken and the rest of the players have gotten behind running back Terrance Baggett ‘11 as he leads them on to victory. “We win with the ball in his hands,” said Franken. Baggett has scored over 20 touchdowns this season and teams cannot stop him. Baggett has the load of the entire offense on his back but to him “there is no pressure, I do what I do. I refuse to let anyone stop me.” Baggett being one of the captains this year expects hard work out of his teammates in the weight room, practice field and most

importantly on the playing field. This year’s team is thankful to have a player like Baggett, but the team struggles with getting kids to come out and play. “We are limited by what comes in the door,” said Franken. “Kids have to test to get into our school and unlike other schools we simply don’t just get all of the kids from a neighborhood or community.” The team is significantly smaller compared to a school like Lane Tech. Lane has about 80 players on the varsity team. Our school’s whole program has about 50 kids including JV and varsity. Though with small numbers, Franken was able to win two convincing games early this season beating Hope 48-20 and South Shore 49-0. With a couple of problems at the start of the sesan the Dolphins have overcome huge obstacles. Unlike last year they won games they should have. Though they lost to the number three Simeon Wolverines the Dolphins are having a much more productive season compared to last year. The team has a new look and is ready to take on the rest of the competition.

Baxter HelmStaff reporter

It all started because a little seven year old had a passion for climbing. Now it has escalated to travelling to Sydney, Australia, Paris, France, Edinbraugh, Scotland, Montreal, Canada, and numerous states in America. Michaele Kiersch ’13 represents the United States in the Youth World Championships for rock climbing. The goal of each competition is to be able to complete the route. Only the very top climbers, if any at all, even make it through the course. The higher the climber goes, the better the finish. “What I love about climbing the most is that there is no limit,” says Kiersch. “There will always be another challenge, something that I won’t be able to do. It’s very hard to get bored with climbing because each of the movements is unique and different from the last.” She currently competes within the age group for the 16 to 17 year old girls. Kiersch has placed fifth, 10th, and 14th at this level. She also competes in the Continental Championships; Kiersch is the defending Continental Champion, and will travel to Ecuador in late November to participate. “The whole sport is about pushing yourself to go farther. It’s about exceeding your own goals and to really commit,” exclaims Kiersch. The motivational drive in this girl is phenomenal. Climbing is what she does, and she has thoughts of doing it professionally one day. “There is so much adventure in the world. I want to live the fullest life I can. And that means doing what I love. I just want to climb.”

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Alyssa DeeStaff reporter

Activities Director Felicia Clotworthy is not just your typical administrator. She is the Fashionista of WY and a creator of her own beautiful every-day-wear fashion lineWhen did you begin sewing your own clothes?Felicia Clotworthy: My grand-mother taught me how to sew when I was five. I began making dolls and puppets. My grandmother bought me my first sewing machine. At 13, I sewed my first pair of pants. This actually turned out to be a bit of a fiasco because the final product had no crotch!What encouraged you to start sewing? FC: My biggest inspiration was my grandmother. When I was growing up, she tailored clothes—that was her business. After seeing what she created, I would always think to myself, this is so neat, so I began to sew. When she had a stroke she could no longer sew, but continued to take great plea-sure in seeing my creations. Where do you get your ideas to sew?FC: Many of my ideas come from nature. I like Fall, espe-cially, because of the beauti-ful colors and the weather. Outerwear is my favorite type of clothing to make. Fashion from the 60s and 70s inspire my clothing because of the structure of the clothes (for example, suits and dresses).

Some of my fashion icons include Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Audrey Hepburn. A couple of my favorite fash-ion lines are Chloé and Prada. Japanese fashion is also a favorite of mine. How much money do you generally spend on materials to make clothes? FC: The way I think of it is that it’s my art, and you invest in your art. If I thought about how much it cost, I don’t think I’d want to continue making clothes. What makes a good de-signer? FC: Every designer should have basic knowledge of sewing, tailoring, techniques, and understand fabrics and textiles. What tips would you give students who are interested in fashion?FC: Definitely go with your fashion. Fashion and design-ing are an art form. Don’t be afraid to experiment. Take risks with design. How often do you sew?FC: When I was younger, I sewed almost every other day, but as I am getting older and busier, I usually sew during holidays and other school breaks. What is your all-time favorite piece?FC: It’s hard to pick one. I love working with furs, leath-ers, and knits. I like fabrics with texture because they are easily bent and can create wearable shapes.

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5 Songs you must have on your ipod

• “The Iroc-Z Song”-The High Speed SceneThe track tells an abstract story with the classic power chords and garage band jam quality. • “Flume”- Bon IverThe drums and layered flute will have you entranced by the beat until the last note.• “The Youth”-MGMTAlthough there’s a cool verse or two in this song it is the instru-mentality of MGMT that shines in the song.• “The Mystery of Inequity”-Lauryn HillLauryn Hill’s smooth sound and quick but intelligent lyrics makes for a great song and a powerful commentary.• “Impossible”-Daniel MerriweatherThe soulful voice and care-ful timing of the song make it easy on the ears yet powerful in spirit.

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gamer’s delightDavid KyinStaff reporter Shoot, pass, score! People have been putting huge amounts of game time into the newest hockey video game to hit the markets, NHL 11 that went into stores Sept. 7th. It’s cover is headed by no other than Jonathon Towes, the Chi-cago Blackhawks captain. “Jonathon Towes is prob-ably my favorite player in the whole league,” said Jimmy Coates ‘13. The newest accomplishment the young captain has claimed is the cover of one of the year in and year out powerhouse sports video games. NHL 10 won sports game of the year last year and NHL 11 has had hype built around it like no other game. “I loved last year’s game and since I love both hockey, The Blackhawks, and video games, I couldn’t wait to un-

wrap my copy of the game,” said former student Blake Pon ‘10. After playing the game for myself and also being a hockey player, the game seems to have much more real life aspects. You have much more control over your player from how you hit, to how you shoot, stick handle, and even how you celebrate. “I love sports. I love the fact that when you do some-thing right or well, you have the freedom to just go crazy and celebrate however you want to. Now that NHL11 has added the feature to choose how you celebrate, it is one of my new favorite games,” said Tim Sonnefeldt ‘12. The new aspect of real-ism has made what was once thought the roof of hockey video games even higher. The game itself is something that you could play for hours on end without losing interest.

add it to the shelfJen KeyesStaff reporter

The iPhone 4G seemed like a revolution when it was first unveiled at the begin-ning of the summer, but Apple’s new holiday line will blow you away. The recently introduced line up of prod-ucts is more than impressive. If your 1st generation iPod has seen better days, now is the best time to upgrade. Apple’s new creations include three upgraded products: the iPod Touch, the Nano, and the Shuffle. “I have an iPod Touch and I was considering going all the way and getting a new iPhone 4G,” says Fiona McRaith ’14, “but the new iPod touch is basically the same as the 4G so there’s almost no point in spending the extra money.” One of the biggest com-plaints from Touch users was that there was no camera. This time, they get double what they asked for. The new Touch comes upgraded with a front and rear facing cam-era. This allows the user to

Nicole MiddletonStaff reporter

Sick of the fast food restaurants for lunch? Maybe you’re feeling like you want something organic and tasty. Well if so, you are in luck because this month’s best kept secret is this little place called Jupiter Outpost Café. Stuck in a small nook in the West Loop, this artsy café will impress you. It is located at 1139 Fulton Market Avenue, not too far from the Ashland and Lake green line. It is a suggested spot for lunch if you have a car accessible and if you leave school at the very beginning of the period, because making those fancy sandwiches takes time. In addition to sandwiches, Jupiter can whip up great coffee or tea-like drinks for the student on the go. They also offer vegan baked goods which taste as good as the real thing. But the most

remarkable thing about the café is that you can glance at the menu and stumble upon creations that your taste buds have never experienced before, and they are quite genius creations at that. Are you drooling yet? If you hurry to this hot spot while it is still nice outside, there is outdoor seating where everyone is welcome, even your puppy. Stop by after school and bring your dog, and they will offer him a treat! “I love the place because the menu is so dynamic,” says Rachel Mertel ’11. More students have been checking out Jupiter this year but it is surprising that it took so long for people to recognize it. Opening its doors at 7 a.m. and closing at 6 p.m., Jupiter provides the chillest environment to sip that caf-feine or pig out on the hummus and veggie sandwich. Overall, you simply must check this place out.

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video chat with other people who own the new Touch or iPhone 4G. It is pretty hard to hate the retina display; this crystal clear screen al-lows the best possible views of movies and games. The Nano was also touched up, literally. The square face, a big change from the most recent Nano Chrome, is now fully touch screen. This is great for those who like the ease of a touch screen but don’t want the price of a Touch or iPhone.The final update was on the often forgotten Shuffle. “The Shuffle seems really dumb to me. I don’t under-stand the point. You can’t see what’s playing next and can’t control it that well,” says Grace Galhotra ’12. But athlete Andrea Cory ’12 disagrees. “I’m a runner and the Shuffle is perfect for going on runs or bike rides when you can put one playlist on and not have to stop and change the song.” The clip on the back of the Shuffle makes it attach-able to clothing, so it’s ideal for movement. There is now a control pad so changing the song is a breeze. The price, at $49, isn’t bad either. Many people already have iPods or iPhones, but now would be a good time to consider upgrading. The new options are exciting and different from what Apple has done before. Leave it to Apple to create the latest must haves.

4Movies you have to see in when they release

• “The Social Network”- Director David FincherThe telling of how facebook was created. Enough said.• “Its Kind of a Funny Story”-Director Anna Boden Starring Zach Galifianakis as a mental patient the film is sure to secure many laughs.• “Stone”- Director John J. CurranEdward Norton and Robert De Niro. What else do you need to know.• “Conviction”-Tony GoldwynConviction is the inspirational true story that follows Betty Ann Waters, a woman who dedicates her life to graduate from law school to exonerate her imprisoned brother.

2 New shows you gotta take a look at

• “Running Wilde” (Fox)Starring comedic actor Will Arnett as Steven Wilde, a man whose morals are in for a re-boot after seeing an old flame.• “No Ordinary Family” (ABC)Starring Michael Tchiklis as Jim powell this famil-action program follows the adventures of a family with pretty amaz-ing talents.

1Event you should find yourself at

• Columbus Day Parade- October 11thThe annual parade is totally free and equipped with a marching band, decorative float and on Columbus Drive from Balboa Drive to Monroe.

3Books you should definitely be reading

• “The Tipping Point”- Malcolm GoldwellA book that seeks to explain and describe the mysterious sociological changes that mark everyday life.• “A Short history of Nearly Everything”- Bill Bryson Science. In layman.• “Persepolis”- Marjane SatrapiPersepolis, gives a naive-style- yet humanizing account of the author’s childhood in the Islamic Revolution in Iran.

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FUNDRAISER RAISES FUN AT WHITNEY yOUNG CARNIVAL

Nicole Middleton/Beacon StaffThe opening day of the carnival was a success with many WY students coming right after school. WIth nice weather and fun rides, it was a perfect day for the first annual WY carnival.

Allie McRaith/Beacon StaffTaking advantage of the large number of students mingling at the first annual WY Carnival, Tim Son-nefeldt ’12 models some of the glow stick products for sale. The proceeds will go towards the soccer and baseball teams.

Friends talk and throw their heads back in laughter, the music and chatter filling the air and drowning out their voices. Next to them is a set up for bungie jumping, where a small line of four people wait patiently as they watch the people already jumping soar high into the diluted blue sky and back down. A “Fun Factory” is set up with painted monkeys and smiling children on it, and quotes saying “fun” and “final inspection”. Across the way a couple sits holding hands on a bench next to a ride with light up carts going in a circle under a starred umbrella. Flashing red lights spell out “Racing” behind the ride, where a cluster of people of all ages head to the exit of the fenced in attraction. On the fence a lonely gray towel flaps in the wind, setting itself apart from the merry atmosphere behind it. As the sky grows dimmer, the rides’ lights shine brighter, and the park begins to clear out on its final day of the first WY carnival.

Arissa Moore /Beacon StaffTearing up the stage, WYs own Kids These Days perform their latest song. They were just one of the multiple bands live at the carnival.

Nicole Middleton/Beacon StaffExcited yet probaly chilly in the dunk tank on Friday, dance teacher Jeanette Gordon anxiously waits to be dunked. Gordon was one of the many teachers that sat in the hot spot to get dunked by paying students.

Roberto Nieves/Beacon StaffPerforming on the carnival stage, Max Bezanson ’11 (left) and Ian Engels ’11 members of The Fancy Boys, impress the crowd with their rendition of Jimi Hendrix’s “Little Wing”. They were one of many great perfomances including Kids These Days, Give Back, and reggae act Tjax Malek-I.

A group of teenagers walk around the carousel and head toward the ticket booth, where an older man sits and waits. He exchanges a handful of tickets for a few dollars with one of the teenagers wearing a WY hoodie. As the students take turns paying, a group of three girls passes them.

WY Carnival By the Numbers

•13 rides •8 teachers in the dunk tank •7 Student bands preformed•127 three-day passes sold•9 months of planning•80 volunteers•2500 carnival-goers• 3 days of fun• 61° F Average temperature of the weekendSource: Jen Rockhold

Allie McRaith/Beacon StaffEnjoying the carnival games, Zoe Leeds ‘12, attempts to win the teddy bear of her choice.. With little to no competition, Zoe should have no problem winning a cool prize.

With a slight cool breeze, the carnival took on a life of its own Sunday afternoon. Along the fence stood a painted sign reading “Carnival Today” with an arrow pointing at the park bustling with excitement. An antique carousel turns slowly as a faint soundtrack plays. Small children and a couple ride around on the golden painted mystical horses.

Thanks to Friends of Whitney Young,

who orga-nized the carnival.

Laughter and the smell of funnel cakes waft through the cool night air. Many students look around trying to decide what to purchase. WY students climb the narrow metal stairway to the top of the yellow slide. They throw down their pota-to sacks and race to the bottom. Children giggle as the horses move up and down to the rhythm of the music. The spinning rides leave many dizzy and bright eyed. The beat of the drums echo throughout the WY grounds. Shrieks of joy sound from the dunk tank, where teachers plunge into the frigid water. Many stu-dents took turns aiming at the target, as a large crowd gathered around the dunk tank excitedly.