The Lion’s Den

Spotlight

Class of 2018

January/February 2018

The Class of 2018 is only a few months away from graduation! Many have already received acceptance letters from colleges. We are excited to see their accomplishments and look forward to their final decision!

Chance Anderson: William Paterson University, Kean University, Nor folk State University, Cheyney University, Cabrini University, Sacred Heart University, Livingstone College

Alaysia Chestnut: William Paterson University

Ibn Coleman: University of Maryland, Howard University, Rutgers University New Brunswick, Morehouse College

Jelika Cotts: William Patterson University, Alabama State University, Cheyney University, Harr is-Stowe State University, Camden County College

Jamilette Cotts: Kean University

Edwin Cruz : Rutgers University New Brunswick, Rowan University, Stockton University

Chyna Felix: Rutgers University

Jeremiah Garcia: Rowan University, Stockton University, Fair leigh Dickenson University.

Genesis Gonzalez: William Patterson University, Har tford University, Kean University, Cabr ini College

Jasmine Holmes: Johnson C. Smith University, Fair leigh Dickenson University, Virginia Common-wealth University, Temple University, Old Dominion University, Livingston College, William Paterson University, Dillard University, Bethune-Cookman University, Bloomfield College

Destiny Land: Rowan University, Stockton University, Rutgers University, William Patterson University

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Tyra Lewis: New Jersey City University, Stockton University, Rowan University, University of New Haven, Temple University

Yanira Martinez: Stockton University, William Patterson University, Saint Joseph’s University, Felician University, Georgian Court University

Ahzeem Moore: Morgan State University

Erica Muse: Stockton University, Kean University, Georgian Cour t University, William Patterson University

Ashley Pintor: Keystone College, Temple University, Loyola University, Kean University

Semaj Reid: Flor ida Memorial University, Lane College, Camden County College

Nyraysia Robinson: Unity College, University of Maine, Lees-McRae College, Keystone College, Stockton University

Kelvin Rosario: Fair leigh Dickinson University, Stockton University, Morgan State University, Norfolk University, Lincoln University, Rutgers University New Brunswick, New York University, William Patterson University

Cyani Scott: Tuskegee University, Alabama State University, Lincoln University, Cheney University, Norfolk State University, Grambling State University, Bethune Cookman University, Hampton University, Bennett College, Delaware State University, Morgan State University, Winston Salem State University, Fairleigh Dickenson University.

Nyree Scott: Stillman College, Bennett College

I’Asia Shabazz: Rutgers University New Brunswick, Rutgers University Newark, Rowan University

Naajia Shakir: Rutgers University Camden, Albr ight College

Jordan Smith: William Patterson University, Fair leigh Dickenson University, Bloomfield College, Kean University

Siannie Still: Rowan University, Rutgers University, Virginia State University, Talladega College, Livingstone College, University of Delaware, Stockton University, Kean University, Coppin State University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, William Paterson University, Morgan State University

Jermyah Winston: Camden County College, Wilmington University, Georgian Cour t University

T’yonna Wyatt: Bethune-Cookman University, Xavier University of Louisiana, Drexel University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Gordon College, Cheyney University, Grambling State University, Norfolk State University, Spelman College, Rutgers University Camden, Morgan State University

Kashamir Wynn-Roy: Livingston College, Norfolk State University, Kean University, William Paterson

University, Xavier University of Louisiana, Cheney University, Florida Memorial University, La Salle University.

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Sports Reel by Jeremy Cantillano

Happy Birthday!

JANUARY

Angel Medina

Gerwith Acevedo

Pamela Williams

Thoai Phan

Lizbeth Otero

Tatiyana Rigney

Arotica Cooper

Jamilette Cotts

Chance Anderson

Ra’Joun Jennings

Jamil Coley

Jason Billingsley

Shavonne Harvey

Chyna Felix-Spady

Luis Gonzalez

Christopher Hall

Ashley Pintor

Nya Bush-Rios

Stheisy Dela Cruz

Dian Pagan

FEBRUARY

Marc Gonzalez

Kiara Mauricio-Berroa

Arian Coleman

Selena Gibson

Tyasia Albert

Ariana Boyer

Tuan Ngo

Naaji Shakir

Ni-Asia Moore

Teresa Troutman

Jaylynn Horsey

Robert Hamilton

Nicolas Lorenzo

Ra’Mer Nock

Diana Byrd

Mariah Taylor

Kaylee Estrada-Morales

NFL: The Eagles can finally call themselves World Champions! They defeated the New England Patriots, 41-33 in Super Bowl LII. Nick Foles was named MVP and celebrated the victory with his family at the Super Bowl and Disney World. Fans enjoyed the parade in Philadelphia as they team made their mark on Eagles and Philadelphia history, becoming the first team in franchise history to win the Super Bowl. The NFL Draft will be in April in Dallas. Olympics: The Winter Olympics opened in PyeongChang, South Korea on February 9 with a captivating opening ceremony. Athletes from over 90 countries are competing in the winter games. The United States is represented by 242 athletes, more than any other nation in the games. Currently, Norway leads the gold medal count with 13 gold medals and 35 medals total. The United States has won a total of 21 medals: 8 gold, 7 silver and 6 bronze medals. NBA: The Toronto Raptors have now lead the Eastern Conference with a 40-16 record. The Golden State Warriors have taken the Western Conference lead with a 44-13 record. NHL: The NHL season is continuing as scheduled even though the Olympics are being held in South Korea. The NHL did not allow players to compete in the Olympics which has caused much criticism. The Tampa Bay Lightening lead the Atlantic division with a record of 38-16. The Capitals lead the Metropolitan division with a record of 32-17. The Predators lead the Central division with a record of 34-12. The Golden Knights lead the Pacific division with a record of 37-15.

students and seeing each day as a new opportunity.

If you weren’t an officer, what would you want to be?

Officer Carter: I would want to be a counselor because then I would still be able to work with kids.

What is your best year working at Brimm?

This year.

How do you put up with students?

Officer Carter: Patience, and pas-sion. I’m also a mom so I know how to handle kids.

How long have you been working in Camden?

Officer Carter: I’ve been working in the district for 10 years. I have been in R.T. Cream, Creative Arts, Davis, and now Brimm.

How do you like you job?

Officer Carter: I r eally enjoy being an officer. I like interacting with the

I’Asia Shabazz, Senior

First Choice College: Rutgers New Brunswick

Plans for the Future: To become an or-thopedic surgeon.

Favorite Part of Brimm: Club time and art class.

How have you changed through the years?: I’ve matured.

Who inspired you the most? My mom.

Ibn Coleman, Senior

First Choice College: Rutgers New Brunswick

Plans for the Future: Attend college, then dental school and specialize in orthodontics.

Favorite Part of Brimm: Math and sci-ence courses and the privileges.

How have you changed through the years?: I’ve become more outspoken and diligent.

Who inspired you the most? My sister .

Marshay Fisher, Senior

First Choice College: Rutgers New Brunswick

Plans for the Future: To become a physi-cal therapist.

Favorite Part of Brimm: AP History

How have you changed through the years?: I’ve matured.

Who inspired you the most? My sister .

Staff Interviews by Camara Hall, Jordan Hawkins, Analyse Ortiz With Officer Carter

Featured Artwork by the Anime Club

Senior Profiles by Ky’aaijsha Clayton, Kiandre Davis, and Tatiyana Rigney

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NJ Featured College

Stockton University

Brimm News Advisor

Mrs. Johnson

fjohnson@camden.k12.nj.us

Student Reporters

Jeremey Cantillano

Ky’aaijsha Clayton

Kiandre Davis

Camara Hall

Jordan Hawkins

Madizon Martinez

Dynasty Nelson

Analyse Ortiz

Tatiyanna Rigney

UPCOMING DATES:

March 21:

SAT Testing—Juniors

March 21:

Parent Night: PARCC Literacy and Mathe-matics

March 30 - April 6:

School Closed, Spring Recess

School resumes on Monday, April 9

April 17—25:

PARCC Testing:

April 25:

College Prep Night—Open to 9th and 10th grade students and parents

May 23:

Junior Parent Night - Open to current 11th

For more information, visit www.stockton.edu to learn about majors and what Stockton has to

offer.

Welcome Back

Mrs. Gehring!

Stockton University, is a public 4-year university located in Galloway, NJ with additional locations in Atlantic City, Manahawkin, and Woodbine, NJ.

Stockton University has seven schools including Business, Health and Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and General Studies. Each school offers undergraduate and grad-uate degrees in addition to minors and certificates. More than 850 students are now enrolled in Stockton’s 13 gradu-ate-degree programs.

Stockton University is has more than 130 official student clubs and organizations. Their club organization include weight training, fencing, scuba, Frisbee and many sports. They also have a variety of intramurals including flag foot-ball, volleyball, dodgeball, basketball, soccer, street hockey, and softball. If you prefer the arts, there are performing arts, voice, dance, music, and art including an art gallery.

Application Deadline: May 1

SAT/ACT scores must be received by May 1

Selective, 77% (Fall 2016)

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