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SEPTEMBER30 -Food Drive ends, Volleyball vs. Gladewater, 1st Six Weeks ends

OCTOBERTBA - Senior Play Auditions 3 - 2nd Six Weeks begins4- Volleyball @ Henderson 6- JV Football vs. Pittsburg

7- V Football & Volleyball @ Pittsburg, Cross Country @ Hallsville10 - Staff Development/School Holiday, FCA Meeting @ 7 p.m.11- Volleyball vs. Spring Hill12 - “Pink Out” Day, Key Club: 7:30 am meeting FCA “Fields of Faith”13 - Report Cards, JV Football vs. Gilmer14- V Football & Volleyball @ Gilmer15- Cross Country@ Lufkin 18- Volleyball @ Gladewater20- JV Football @ Henderson21- V Football & Volleyball vs. Henderson24- Cross Country@ Home25- Volleyball vs. Pittsburg 26 - Key Club: 7:30 am27- JV Football vs. Gladewater28- V Football @ Gladewater29 - Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF 31 - Halloween

NOVEMBER2 - Fall Retake Day3- JV Football at Spring Hill 4- V.Football vs. Spring Hill5- UIL Academics @ Dangerfield9 - Senior Retake Day, Key Club: 7:30 a.m. 11 - UIL Academics @ Whitehouse

This year, students and faculty have welcomed a new leader in the form of Principal Otis Amy. Amy, who is a 1985 graduate of Carthage High School, was hired over the summer break to replace retired principal Tim Ratcliff.

As a student at CHS in the 1980s, Amy was involved in football, basketball and track. He was also a member of the Pine Burr yearbook staff and served on the Student Council.

“Mr. Amy was very friendly,” Paula Carter, counselor and former English 4 teacher, said. “He was involved in many activities and organizations - athletics plus academics. He was always a people person, always with a ready smile.”

After high school, Amy

attended the University of Texas in Austin, where he majored in Education. Amy was in the United States Army for three years and then coached at various Texas high schools before eventually becoming principal at Henderson High School in Henderson, Texas. Amy served as principal in Henderson for four years before coming back to Carthage.

“My goals as principal this year are for the school to maintain its academic standards,” Amy said. “When we learn the EOC requirements, we hope to exceed its minimum requirements.”

Amy has high expectations for both the students and teachers of CHS, now that he is principal.

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Amy returns to Carthage as new principalBy CK Williams

WHAT’S INSIDE . . . . .

Academic Info & Updates - Page 2

New [Cyber] Bullying Policy

Page 3Football update

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Principal Otis Amy began work as principal during the summer. Amy is a 1985 graduate of CHS.

Freshmen will not take the TAKS test this year, but they are preparing for the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) end of course tests that begin March 26. Little information is known about the test, but there is a four hour time limit and freshmen are tested in social studies and science.

“STAAR is not necessarily more difficult than TAKS, but it requires a higher level of thinking like an ACT test,” Testing Coordinator Tammy Alexander said. “The teachers and I are overwhelmed with

New state testing standards create change in curriculumBy Brianna Morgan

the unknown format of the test and we will be unable to see a test for three years.”

For the English EOC (end of course) test, students are required to write three essays and multiple choice questions within the time limit. One of the essays is a field question to determine how well students will do on questions of similar difficulty.

“I do not believe that one test can actually evaluate a person’s knowledge,” English teacher Belinda Ratcliff said. “This new test has created fear of the unknown and frustration.

It is very hard to tell a senior that he or she cannot graduate by only passing a test.”

Students are required to test in each of their core classes, and the scores count for 15% of their final grade in the course.

“Our teachers seem like they know what they are teaching,” Freshman Joe Roblow said. “I feel like I should listen and study more because my grades somewhat depend on the tests.”

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NEWS September 30, 2011

Funderburk, UIL sponsors recruit students for academic competitions

If you’ve ever wanted to participate in an UIL academic activity but didn’t know who to talk to or what exactly you would be doing, drama teacher Kimberley Funderburk is a great place to start. Funderburk is the UIL Academic Coordinator and she coaches the One-Act play, Prose and Poetry competitions.

“Participation in UIL teaches students that it is a privilege and an honor to represent their school,” Funderburk said. “Students learn to win and to lose, to take as well as to give.”

There are over a dozen different UIL competitions and all will practice throughout the fall in preparation for the district competition on March 23.

“The amount of time a student spends on their event depends on the event and the coach,” Funderburk said. “For example, a student participating in Poetry would need to rehearse and do research on their own then meet with me twice a month until we get close to District. On the other hand, the One-Act Play cast has rehearsal for a couple of hours every day.”

If you are interested in participating in one of the many UIL competitions this year, stop by the Drama room to see Mrs. Funderburk, or see the sponsor for the specific competition you are interested in joining.

Amy (cont’d from page 1)“I expect [the teachers] to

teach the curriculum at the highest levels,” Amy said. “And they should maintain good rapport with the students.”

Being back in Carthage as a principal, Amy now finds himself supervising some of his former teachers and classmates.

“As one ages he or she must expect to work for younger bosses if you keep working,” history teacher Steve Garrett said. “I’m glad Mr. Amy left

Henderson and came back to Carthage as a principal. I hope his tenure as a principal is a long one so that I can retire while he is [still] principal.”

Amy says that he is happy with his new position and looks forward to completing his career here in Carthage.

“I love it at CHS,” Amy said. “Like Dorothy said in the Wizard of Oz, there’s no place like home.”

STAAR Testing (cont’d)This is the thirty-fourth

year that English teacher Belinda Ratcliff has been a teacher. She has taught since STAAR was known as TAKS, TAAS, TEAMS, and TABS, so the new test is just a new name change for her.

“I wish the state would let [teachers] do what we do best and that’s teaching,” Ratcliff said. “The state has

taken creativity out of our hands by forcing us to teach a quantity of information rather than the quality.”

Despite the frustrations that come with the unknowns of testing, administrators and teachers will continue to adapt their curriculum as needed, to meet (or exceed) the state’s requirements.

2UIL Sponsors & EventsAccounting Karen McAlister (A-10)

Calculator Applications Angela Hardy (E-2)

Computer Applications(See Kimberley Funderburk)

Computer Science Roberta Collinsworth (E-1)

Current Issues & Events Steve Garrett (B-5)

Journalism Jayme Quick (A-6)

LD/CX Debate Velda Molitor (A-2)

Literary Criticism Beth Simmons (C-9)

Math Angela Hardy/Phillip Parker

Number Sense Angela Hardy (E-2)

Persuasive Speaking Velda Molitor (A-2)

Poetry/Prose/One-Act Play Kimberley Funderburk

Ready Writing Melanie Hudson (C-4)

Science Matt Glass (D-12)

Social StudiesSteve Garrett (B-5)

Spelling & Vocabulary Illene Richter (B-8)

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3NEWSSeptember 30, 2011

New bullying policy clarifies definition of detrimental behaviorBy Brianna Morgan

Our campus bullying policy is now updated to meet the standards of House Bill 1942. This bill was passed for school districts to identify, prevent, and respond to bullying before the issue becomes a major problem.

“I saw how severe bullying is as an issue when I went to Austin and saw House Bill 1942 passed,” counselor Angie Musgrove said. “Seeing the parents of bullied children that committed suicide and hearing their testimonies helped me realize that there is a need for a universal policy.”

Bullying on this campus includes causing emotional or physical harm to the target (bullied student) or damage to their property. Other definitions are creating a hostile environment for targets and infringing the rights of targets.

“I see a lot of verbal bullying of people in the hallways,”

freshman Nicole Holcomb said. “When I see this happening, I want to say to the person there is no reason to be mean. Even if [the other person] did something, it is a waste of time to bother them.”

English teacher Belinda Ratcliff considers bullying as a negative look or comment, exclusion of other students, and cyberbullying. Overall, she concludes that the result of it makes the victim feel less than human and makes the person have a negative self-image.

“Young people do not want to take up for one another and they do not take action unless they are already involved,” Ratcliff said. “As teachers we have more responsibilities to the students than subject matter. We have to teach life lessons when the opportunity arises to make young people responsible, mature adults.”

Students and faculty should report bullying if they see an

incident. Bullies and targeted students will be counseled on the implications and consequences for bullying.

“Bullying is sometimes an issue on campus, but the majority of students do not believe that they are bullying,” Musgrove said. “They think that they are kidding, but the person on the other end has a different idea about the situation.”

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4 FEATURES September 30, 2011

Retired teachers serve school as long-term substitutes By Shay Joines

It’s late. She is up looking through books, trying to understand and learn all this new material. Most people would think that ‘she’ is a student but no, it’s Mrs. Beverly Allen.

As many know, Señora Henrietta Warren and Mrs. Beverly Allen are long-term substitutes this year. Warren is substituting for Brenda Milstead, while Allen has been covering for Lauren Dennard.

“When I decided to retire, I asked the Lord to show me if he wanted me to teach again,” Señora Warren said. “This opportunity came up and so I

took it.” Both Warren and Allen are

retired CISD teachers. Warren retired as Spanish teacher at the junior high, while Allen was a teacher at Libby for many years.

“I study every week preparing to teach,” Allen said. “That way, the kids are actually being taught the material.”

The two both enjoy being around the students and seeing how they’ve grown.

“I was happy to step in for Mrs. Milstead,” Warren said. “I know how difficult it is to learn a new language; the students learn better with a teacher

than with a program.”Unlike Señora Warren, this

is not Allen’s first long-time substitute job.

“Last year I did several long-terms at Baker Koonce and one at the high school,” Allen said. “I actually was also the sub for Mrs. Dennard when she was on her first maternity leave.”

Although they have had very different experiences, both teachers have the same motivation for substituting.

“I love being around the students and being in the classroom,” both Warren and Allen said.

Q & A: What you don’t know about our new faculty By Shelby Wise

Donna Kushner, Choir

Q: What was your reason for coming to Carthage?A: I wanted to be closer to family in the area and wanted the oportunity to compete for the championship titles.

Q: How many years have you been teaching?A: Four years.

Q: What was your favorite activities in high school?A: Football, baseball and FFA

Q: What is your favorite TV show? A: Swamp People

Q: What was your favorite activity in high school?A: I always enjoyed athletics, especially soccer.

Q: What is your favorite TV show? A: Anything on the I.D. channel.

Q: What do you do in your spare time?A: Spend time with my kiddos, Cooper and Kayden, and with my husband!

Q: What is different about your job this year?A: I am no longer a secretary. I teach CTE classes.

Q:What was your reason for coming to Carthage?A: To become the head boys’ basketball coach.

Q:Where did you start out teaching?A: My first job was at Jasper High School in 1992.

Q:What was your favorite activity in high school?A: Playing basketball for the Center Roughriders.

Q:What’s your favorite t.v. show?A: The Office.

Coach Folmar, World Geography Jenna Robinson, Human Services Jon Haft, Physics/Coach

Q: What was your reason for coming to Carthage?A: I was born and raised in Carthage and moved back two years ago.

Q: What was your favorite activity in high school?A: I was in choir for four years, but always enjoyed going to the football games to support the band and football team.

Q: What do you do in your spare time outside of school?A: I spend time with my daughter, who is six.

Señora Warren leads a Spanish II class in a dance. (Photo by Micah Almeida)

Former students choose college program to complete studies By Carlie Smith

Students sit with their lap tops on their desks, waiting to begin their day at a new school. These students have left behind CHS and are now attending Panola Early College High School.

Early College started enrolling freshmen and sophomore students two years ago.

“If I’d had the chance to go to Early College, I would have gone,” senior Johnathan Wilson said. “I think it is a great opportunity to not only get high school credit, but get college hours also.”

Many of the students that

transferred, however, have learned that there are more differences to Early College than just the credits. Many had to change the way they take notes and do their homework, due to the higher standards of college classes.

“I had to change a few things, like instead of working on paper we work on the computer,” sophomore Britney Crabtree said. “The only thing we write is notes, and when I say that, I mean we write a lot of notes.”

Some students who joined did not like the changes and have already transferred back

to CHS.“What I did not like is the

learning styles. It was too much of a change for me,” sophomore Michael Vana said. “I was used to having a teacher explaining it to me.”

Being in a different school means students must sacrifice their friends and teachers and even their extracurricular activities to pursue a higher education.

“Leaving my classmates was horrible,” Crabtree said. “That was the hardest thing to do when I left.”

While some students prefer the atmosphere at Panola, many

enjoy the experiences they can only get at a traditional high school.

“I would never go to Early College,” sophomore Sonia Morales said. “The classes I’m taking are at my pace and I’m happy with my experiences here.”

5FEATURESSeptember 30, 2011

Twin siblings share special bond, enjoy mutual experiences at school

By Carlie Smith

Alex RoweAsk me how it felt my first day of school at Carthage.

Blake HollandAsk me about my 7th grade year.

Dalton MorrisAsk me what I like about high school.

What’s your favorite back

to school memory?

Kelsi HookerAsk me what I like most about coming back to school.

By; Blanca Sigala

I sat down with 11 freshmen and learned some interesting things about their back-to-school experiences. Talk to them and you could learn something too!

Misty WolfAsk me what I like to do right before school starts.

Kate ShermanAsk me what me and my friends like to do to say good bye to summer.

Sutton TravisAsk me who makes my breastfast the first day of school.

Cassity BrittainAsk me what I like most about eating lunch.

Ashley Metcalf Ask me who I want to see on the first day of school.

Samantha ClementsAsk me what I like about starting a new school year.

Two students walk down the hallway as people stop to take another look. Their classmates gather around the two - they are identical twins.

As freshmen, twins Ja’meysia and Ja’meyia Roberson are new to the high school, but not to the school district.

“We have never tried to trick anyone or changed places,” Ja’meysia said. “Most of the students at school know us apart by now.”

Because twins spend so much time together and share so much in common, they have a unique relationship.

“I love being a twin,” Ja’meysia said. “I have someone who knows me very well and that thinks like me, someone who knows how I feel, understands me, is close to me, and of course looks likes me.”

Growing up so close, many

twins eventually become part of the same organizations at school.

“We are involved in a lot of the same activities,” senior Steven Zhu said. “In TSA, we ran against each other for president.”

Zhu and his twin sister, Jully are seniors and also participate in college classes and academic UIL competitions together. Another set of twins on campus are sophomores Emily and Seth Ward.

“I have two brothers and four sisters,” sophomore Seth Ward said. “Emily and I are the youngest.”

Connections between twins develop very differently than others, since they have known each other since birth.

“We used to get along all the time, Emily said. “Now we are finding our own paths and different friends.” Seniors Jully and Steven Zhu study together before heading to their dual-credit

classes at Panola College. As fraternal twins, the two share a special bond and are involved in many of the same activities. (Photo by Micah Almeida)

Interesting Facts about Twins-Identical twins share the same DNA

-The average weight of twins is 5.5 pounds.

-One in every 250 pregnancies could result in a twin.

-China has the lowest rate of “twinning” in the world.

-22 percent of twins are left-handed, while only 10 percent of the general population is.

-Elvis Presley had a twin that did not survive at birth.

- “Quarternary marriage” is when a set of twins marries another set of twins

6 SPORTS September 30, 2011

Football players

discuss their

favorite

sports movies

By Rebecca PageMy favorite sports movie is We Are Marshall, because even though it had a dramatic start, they still came through into making a new team. The movie showed that nothing is

impossible through God.

My favorite sports movie is Facing the Giants, because even though nobody believed in them, the coach did and through God, they achieved their goals. He pushed his team and proved that nothing is

impossible.

I like The Gridiron Gang, because even though the players were convicts, their coach taught them how to work together as a team and to accomplish their goals. The coach believed in the players, even when they didn’t

believe in themselves.

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Varsity Bulldogs prepare for upcoming district seasonBy Rebecca Page

Next week, the Bulldogs will begin district play against the Pittsburg Pirates in Pittsburg at 7:30 pm. The Bulldogs ended pre-district play with a 3-2 record when they defeated the Center Roughriders on Sept. 23.

The Bulldogs are pumped to begin their district quest next week.

“I feel like we have already won the game,” junior Gregg Graves said. “We have practiced hard every day getting ready.”

The varsity players are determined to continue their winning streak in district. Many players on the team feel like Henderson is the team to beat this year.

“I think Henderson is our big competition,” sophomore Jimmy Gonzalez said. “They have always been our rival.”

All of the players have been working hard on and off the

field to prepare for the rest of the season.

“We have worked extremely hard so far to get the team ready for district,” junior Payton Klysen said.

Varsity players usually practice on Monday and Tuesday from 3:30 pm until 7:30 pm, on Wednesday from 3:30 pm until 6:00 pm, and then on Thursday from 3:30 pm until 4:30 pm.

This season, a lot of players are working on doing their best not only on the field but also during practice. This means they are practicing harder each day to improve themselves. The team practices almost every day so they can achieve their goal at being the best that they can be.

“I am looking forward to trying to win another District Championship,” Klysen said.

Senior Edward Pope and his teammates face off against the Nacogdoches Dragons. The game resulted in a victory for the Carthage Bulldogs with a 35-21 score.

Athletic director Scott Surratt gathers the team after the Nacogdoches game. The Homecoming victory was a welcome win after the tough loss against Chapel Hill on Sep. 9.

Jimmy Gonzalez Rider Pride Ramon Bridges

7SPORTSSeptember 30, 2011

SPOTLIGHT: Emily Donald Auxillary Member

Cross-country team prepares for district meetBy C.K. Williams

Lady Dawgs continue quest for district successBy CK WIlliams

The varsity volleyball team opened their district season with a tough loss against Spring Hill on Sept. 20. The Lady Dawgs will face off againt Gladewater here Friday, starting at 7:30 p.m.

The girls have been preparing and working hard for district ever since this summer. With Coach Dennard being out for maternity leave for much of the pre-season, the girls are trying their best to succeed.

“With Coach Dennard being out, it has been very challenging,” freshman/JV Coach Millie Wilkie said. “With hard work, though, the girls have the potential to make it to the playoffs.”

The players have been working not only on their skills on the court, but also on their communication and

teamwork.“If I could communicate

more on the court, I think I could better help the team,” senior Macy Cherry said. “I’m also trying to encourage my teammates more.”

As the girls compete in district play, they are striving to make it farther in the playoffs than last year, but there are still some areas where they are struggling.

“The girls need to be more consistent,” Wilkie said. “They need to play with more heart, and always as a team.”

Through continued hard work and dedication, the seniors in particular hope to find success this season.

“I want to see how far we can go this season,” Cherry said. “I hope to make a lot of memories my senior year.”

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What is the one thing that nobody knows about you?“I love making different kinds of desserts.”

What is one of your favorite childhood memory?“Going to Colorado with my family and enjoying the cool weather.”

If you were an animal what would you be and why?“A dolphin because they can swim around and jump out of the water.”

What is your favorite hobby?“Taking care of my pets.”

What is your secret talent?“Cooking.”

What is the hardest part of being a twirler?“When performing in front of people and you get nervous and drop.”

If you had to eat one food every day, what would you eat? “Steak, because it’s always different.”

By Blanca Sigala

Photo By: Carlie Smtih

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The cross-country team is busy gearing up for their district meet, which will take place Sat., Oct. 24, here.

The team members have been attending invitational meets since the summer in order to prepare for their district competition. The athletes try to be successful both on and off the course.

“I expect the team to be great students academically first,” cross-country coach Art Horton said. “If they are good students in the classroom, they will be dependable and trustworthy in all they do athletically.”

The team practices four days a week, running at least three miles each day.

“During a normal practice, I run a little over four miles each day,” sophomore Tanner O’Dell said. “[One of] my goals for the season is to get to three miles in 18 minutes or less.”

Through practices and their many invitational meets, the athletes are doing everything

they can to condition themselves for district.

“I want to be a better athlete this season,” senior Alysia Roberts said. “I [want] to compete and do my best to help my team members win district.”

This year, there are three boys on the cross-country team, as well as several girls.

“There are good leadership skills among the girls,” Roberts said. “Everyone encourages each other and pushes their teammates to strive for their best. We cheer each other on a lot.

The girls must monitor their eating and sleeping habits to stay in good shape throughout the season. They hope that their mental and physical work will pay off in the end.

“I like the work ethic of our team,” Horton said. “We want to be [at the Regional Meet in November] as a team to give ourselves a chance to compete at state.”

(Left) Varsity coach Lauren Dennard talks to the team during a time-out. Dennard was out on maternity leave for the first part of the season, leaving Coach Millie Wilkie to coach all three teams. (Photo by Shelby Soape)

8 OPINION September 30, 2011

THE LAST BARKBy Alex Braun

“What is your favorite class this year?”

“My favorite class is Journalism I, because I love writing stories and taking pictures.” -Daniel Marion

“Mrs. Reyes’ Biology, because she always helps me out on my work so it makes it easier for me to learn.” -Luz Jimenez

Sophomores

Juniors

“My favorite class is Journalism, because it gives me the freedom to express my thoughts about the subject we’re on.” -Zach Kiper

Freshmen

“Panola College Welding with Mrs. Jolene Davis. It’s the best class as far as preparation for my future career as a welder in the oil field. The best part about the class is it’s all hands-on.” -Nick Spanial

Seniors

“U.S. History, because Coach Brown is awesome and he makes history more interesting.” -Tambra Mitchell

“My favorite class is Spanish, because Mrs. Webster makes it

fun.” -Brianna Gwinn

“I like Bud Worley’s class because we have a lot of freedom in what we get to do.” -Dylan Hunt

“My favorite class is Ms. Richter’s class.”

-Keewanee Day

will use an airhorn instead. When it is time to stand up and yell, they will sit down and remain silent. Students just want to have fun and be entertained at pep rallies, not feel like they are still in class. If the school keeps forcing students to be spirited, they probably will not show much spirit.

In the past, students have had a choice of going to the pep rallies, or remaining on campus in an environment like the library. Some students would really prefer that type of setting. Homework could be completed, they could read and they could have a peaceful setting to relax before going home.

This option should return because everybody does not like making noise or hearing a crowd of people yell in their ears. Teachers that do not like pep rallies can monitor these students, instead of retreating to their

9OPINION

The Carthaginian Staff

The Carthaginian is produced by members of the journalism department of Carthage High School and published by Champion Printing in Center, Texas. This publication is the original work of students. No part of the newspaper may be reproduced in any form without permission of the staff. It is the policy of the newspaper to encourage readers to submit story ideas items of interest, illustrations and letters to the editor for publication. The staff reserves the right to edit libelous or inappropriate material. Comments and views expressedin The Carthaginian are those of the staff and individual writers and do not necessarily coincide with the beliefs or opinions of other students, faculty members or the administration of CISD. If you have any questions or concerns, or if you are interested in submitting information or a letter to the editor, please contact the journalism department at (903) 693-2552, ext. 1118 or in CHS Room A-6.

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CK Williams Brianna Morgan

Carlie Smith Shay Joines

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PrincipalOtis Amy

SuperintendentDr. Glenn Hambrick

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Should pep rallies be mandatory?September 30, 2011

Pep rallies should be about having fun and school spirit, but this year, some students do not care. The next pep rally will be Oct. 7, before the Bulldogs play in their first district game against the Pittsburg Pirates. During previous pep rallies, students have sat in the bleachers like zombies, rushed toward the doors before the pep rallies were over, shook the bleachers, and have cheered only for the JV cheerleaders and the auxiliary.

Students should have more options regarding pep rallies, including if they attend them and how they are organized if anybody wants to see more school spirit.

Some students do not like following rules, so when they are “required” to go to pep rallies, rebellion will probably follow. When they are supposed to yell, they

classrooms like students.Other students like pep

rallies, but they believe that our pep rallies do not appeal to the student body. They would prefer a student with great communication skills to pump up the crowd. Only a student can really make other students be entertained.

Some students believe that our pep rallies should have more of a schedule to follow. Some have suggested to hear more songs from the band. Some students have even suggested a drill team, consisting of spirited individuals, in addition to the cheerleaders.

There are some people that believe that the lack of school spirit is the fault of the cheerleaders and those that work with them, but they are wrong. Seniors definitely should show more pride this year because it will be your last time to shout and celebrate how much you love

this school and everything associated with it. Each class should remember that these are times to celebrate with others, whom you have had classes with since kindergarten or from an earlier time.

More options should be available regarding pep rallies. If more options are not available, students should maturely express their opinions to Ms. Molitor or Mr. Amy if they have any ideas. Even if you’re not happy with the details, cheer and have fun. The cheerleaders do not deserve our lack of spirit, they work hard to make the pep rallies enjoyable for everyone. Each student is responsible for how they spend their last thirty minutes of class, so choose wisely.Comments and views expressed in The Carthaginian are those of the staff and individual writers and do not necessarily coincide with the beliefs or opinions of other students, faculty members or the administration of CISD.

By Brianna Morgan

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YourCarthage Bulldog

One-Stop Gift Shop!

109 E. Panola (on the square)(903) 693-7106

Free gift wrap with purchase!

KEN TURNER PHARMACY

The Bulldog Store

Snacks and school supplies on sale every day and Milano’s Pizza every Tuesday and

Thursday!

Champion Printing

“Web printing at its best!”

205 Austin StreetCenter, Texas(936) 598-7229

Meat Sale is between September 24- October 10

TSA dues are due October 15

11LIFESTYLESeptember 30, 2011

Movies you wish you had seen this summer

By: Shay Joines

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Summary: During experiments to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, a genetically-enhanced chimpanzee uses its greater intelligence to lead other apes to freedom.Review: This movie had great special effects. The apes looked unbelievably realistic, not only the way they moved but their eyes and facial expressions as well. This is definitely a movie that you should have seen and if you haven’t, hurry and see it before it leaves theaters!

Cars 2

Summary: Hotshot race car Lightning McQueen and his pal Mater head overseas to compete in the World Grand Prix race. But the road to the championship becomes rocky as Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own. Review: This movie was just funny; it was a great sequel to the first. As long as you’re a fan of animated movies, you’re sure to like this. You might still be able to catch it in some theaters, or it’s on DVD Nov. 1.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon

Summary: The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the Moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and to learn its secrets. Review: This movie is packed full of action, not as great as the other Transformers but honestly that’s a lot to live up to. This is definitely a movie that everyone should see. Look for it on DVD today (at the new Walmart, even)!

Others include- The Hangover Part II, Friends with Ben-efits, Captain America.

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12 PHOTO ESSAY September 30, 2011

School spirit shines during first weeks of class1. Varsity cheerleaders show their support for sophomore Brooklyn Peace before Meet the Bulldogs.2. The varsity football team unites as they prepare for the kick-off to the first game of the 2011 football season.3. Sophomores Rileigh Parker and Kristen Liedtke dressed as “Super Sophomores” for superhero day during Homecoming Week.4. Seniors Ally Smith, Alayna Robertson, Macy Cherry, Abbie

Dierkes, Madi Brown and Kori Hooker were “Senior” Citizens for Fantasy Day.5. Senior Tasker Shannon and junior Samuel Chhor dressed as American Indians on Twin Day.6. Freshman Breanna Pittman sports her favorite headwear on Hat Day during Homecoming Week.7. Sophomores Rebecca Page and Alex Braun show off their mums on Friday for Spirit Day.8. The Homecoming Duchesses were Morgan Aldana, Abbie Dierkes,

Alysia Roberts, Sarah Williams, Kori Hooker, and Macy Cherry. Alysia Roberts won the title of Homecoming Queen in a vote by the student body.

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