Breathing Hope

By Kristie Kitto

"I'm not much of a crier," was Brayan Melgar's simple response to the question, "Do you ever get down to where you just break out crying?" Why am I asking him if he ever gets down? Brayan has lung cancer and isn't sure if it’s terminal yet, but he is hoping for an end to the suffering.

When he was two years old, he was diagnosed with lung cancer in Guatemala. Hershey Smiles Foundation sent him over to America to treat his condition when he was four. For two years of his life, he had a tube in his throat to help him breathe.

Maybe around the halls you have spotted a short, cute sophomore with glasses and always a quiet whisper. This student is Brayan Melgar, who many of us don't even realize has a life-threatening condition. Every three to four weeks, doctors cut out some of the cancer in his lungs with a laser. This is the reason for the whisper.

Many people think he is an inspiration, but others have no idea he is enduring anything of this size at all. Brayan doesn’t think people understand why he whispers, but he says, “It doesn’t bother me when people look at me strangely.” Since he has had lung cancer for such a long time, he is used to the glances after he speaks or the questions about his condition. He was very willing to share with others how he feels and thinks about his life and what he wants to do with it.

Brayan wants to one day become a doctor or a registered nurse. "Since I have been to so many [doctor appointments], I kind of like it now and want to help people who are going through similar problems." Going to the doctor is an experience for Brian that he doesn't mind, unlike most of us who dread it.

How inspiring is it that someone who is struggling in life wants to one day give hope to the hopeless? From all the doctor visits he said "I know how to put an I.V. in now." He also knows the terminology his doctors use and that will help him become a good doctor in the future.

"I have about 10 different doctors for all my different problems." When Brayan gets depressed, he talks to his doctors, who cheer him up by telling him about new medicines and treatments that have come out. He also goes to his parents when he worries and is able to talk it out with them, and he calm himself down.

When asked "how do you stay positive?" he replied "I just keep looking forward to the next day." That’s exactly what his friends say he does.

Sophomore Marco Delgado said, "Brayan changed my life by making me grateful for what I have, which is life."

Thomas Burdett also said Brayan had a positive effect on his life, "Brayan touches your heart because he looks on the inside, not the outside"

To those who may be dealing with things that are truly difficult, Brayan advises: "look at it as a new experience". About his lung cancer, he said “I didn’t look at it as a bad thing; I looked at it like a challenge.”

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High School Careers: Work or play?

by Tyler Christensen

High school jobs are known for being disliked, but students at Timpanogos are breaking the rules and having fun at work.

Senior Tanner Bean works at Sub Zero making ice cream and loves his job. "We get to do work that we're proud of," he says.

Sub Zero uses liquid nitrogen not only to freeze ice cream on the spot but also for fun. "We get to impress customers with our cool tricks," Bean says. "We blow rings at customers with the nitrogen vapors." They also freeze gummy bears, then drop them on the floor and watch them shatter.

Even jobs that don't sound so thrilling can be fun. Jeff Fitzgerald is a senior working at Maceys. "It's fun when it's not busy and everyone is buying food," he says. "We can walk around without getting in trouble."

That's not the only thing that makes the job fun. Jeff is the fourth best bagger in the state, as shown by a recent competition. "We had a store competition, and I won that," says Fitzgerald. "So they sent me to the statewide competition, and I took fourth."

His advice for enjoying your job: have fun with your coworkers. "The people make it fun," he advises. "We make it fun."

With some time and practice, students can adopt an attitude like senior Trent Jackman, who works at Jamba Juice: "It's such an awesome job."

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Shakespeare's Army Returns Home from the Utah Shakespearean Festival

By Camlyn Giddins

If you mentioned performing at a Shakespeare competition to a young high school actor, most would expect them to run. However, in early September, the highly qualified Mrs. Broberg prepared 20 of our students, including the Timpanogos Dance Team, for a journey to the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City on Oct. 2.

Each year, Southern Utah University hosts the Utah Shakespearean Festival, where high schools gather to compete. They perform one ensemble scene with everyone, some duo/trio scenes, and monologues. They are judged in their acting and choreography, among other areas.

I interviewed sophomore Alana Smith, who played Beatrice from Much Ado About Nothing. When asked what the hardest part was besides immovable costumes, Alana surprisingly answered, "I would say the guys. They're the good part and the bad part at the same time."

Senior Krystal Karns, who also went to assist Mrs. Broberg and support her acting friends, said, "The guys are so freaking flirty at Shakespeare!"

Alana agreed, "And it's heightened because there are only a few guys and tons of girls," but they both giggled when they mentioned that there were a lot of attractive boys there, especially from other schools.

From one point of view, who wouldn't want to engross themselves in Shakespeare? There are sword fights and duels, twisted love hexagons, flying insults, comedy, revenge and death. That's barely skimming the surface. We enjoy watching all of that at the movies. So what is it that makes us shun Shakespeare's work and miss out on lively experiences? The barrier is called language style.

Senior Jake Chamberlain was Lord Capulet, Juliet's father in Romeo and Juliet. Jake overcame the barrier of misunderstanding by diving right into it in order to get his lines down. "I understand it pretty well. I just need to read it to myself multiple times to get it memorized. And if there's a word I don't understand, I just look it up in my drama teacher's lexicon." Jake also said, "I think the man was brilliant. His stories can be amusing and yet also have a great theme behind themn His dramas and tragedies are really quite touching if it's performed well. It really speaks to you if you understand what he's saying."

Most of us don't clearly know what goes on at the festival. This competition is not the typical gauge-each-other's-eyes-out competition. Alana felt it was a lot easier than anticipated because it didn't have the usual tension competitions have. She explained, "I loved the judges because they give you all this amazing input. It's just about getting better, and it's not like a competition anymore. If you just chill and do it, it's so much fun and don't think like, 'oh my gosh; I'm going to lose.'"

Jake Chamberlain commented with similar words, "The best part about the Shakespeare competition was probably the judging of the monologues, duos and trios because I was involved in that and they had really, really good judges. I really enjoyed them."

The schedule is also rather loose. The college puts on plays, which the students get to see while they're not performing. There are also workshops focused on acting, dancing, tech or make-up.

Besides missing school, other bonuses include meeting up with and making new friends from other schools. Alana was nervous about making friends. She explained, "I had just moved and I didn't really know anybody." Krystal laughed, "But that all changes as soon as you get on the bus."

To sum up the experience, Mrs. Broberg shared, "Over the years, students have said that attending Shakespeare has been one of the most fun and most valuable experiences they've ever had."

The acting warriors returned home with a second place victory for the ensemble scene. A video of the ensemble scene and other little highlights should be posted on the school website soon.

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Timpanogos High School and Junior High Bands Unite

By Camlyn Giddins

With a name like "Band Bash", you know it's going to be cool. Tomorrow, for the first time, Ms. Ugaki's Oak Canyon Junior High band and Mr. Winter's Orem Junior High band will join with the Timpanogos musicians and grace our ears with joyous sound in the large gym. The last band concert was nothing compared to what this performance will be. However, there will be several other opportunities to see the school band perform even besides this grand concert.

This is the first year this genius event has been planned. Luckily, Mr. Morris says it will continue. It truly is a special occasion to have the Timpanogos Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony, Concert Orchestra and Jazz band all performing in one big concert.

Junior Joe Rivest, who plays the trombone, says his favorite song is "Emblem of Unity". "It's the most upbeat. I can have the most fun with it." Joe explains that he likes band because "it's just fun to play music."

Junior violinist Scott Asay also said, "Being able to make music is fun." Scott says his favorite song is Danza by Vaclav Nelhybel. "It has a big sound. Each movement has its own mood, so it's not the same." Scott loves the variety. He loves band because it's fun to "be with people who are musical like you."

Mr. Morris has worked his brilliant instrumentalists through long hours of practice to make this occasion worthwhile. According to Mr. Morris, rehearsals have "gone pretty smooth so far." Make sure to come, enjoy and support them from 12-4 p.m. or 7-9:30 p.m. so you don't miss out. There's something in an instrumental song that's just different than lyrical music. There are no distractions. All you get is the beat and the instruments, and that's really all you need.

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Red, blue and green

By Kaleo Li

As college admission deadlines loom closer, seniors are filling out applications and keeping their fingers crossed for their choice colleges. Brigham Young University, Utah Valley University and University of Utah rank highest by student preference at Timpanogos High. According to an ACT report, about 77 percent of the Timpanogos college-bound seniors of 2008 listed one of these colleges as their first choice.

BYU is the most preferred school by Timpanogos High with 47 percent of students listing it as their first choice school. Both undergrad hopefuls and alumni recognize its unique environment.

"I like how it's a more religious school," says senior Valerie Peterson. A lot of students who attend BYU seem to more conservative. In fact, BYU was ranked the Most Socially Conservative college of 2008.

"I enjoyed my classes, but it was the association of people that I met," BYU alumna Ms. Bodily states. "There were a lot of really talented people academically, and so they really were the ones that stimulated me to really learn."

Around 24 percent of Timpanogos High students listed UVU as their first preference. UVU seems to be a cheaper alternative than the other local universities, and its open enrollment is a large incentive.

"I didn't have a lot of money," says UVU alumnus Mr. Nagro, "UVU was very affordable, and I knew that I could take a lot of courses there in a short period of time."

Another factor of UVU's popularity is its proximity to the students in Timpanogos High. Its campus is a mere seven miles from the high school, allowing students to stay at home and save money from housing.

Six percent of the students chose the University of Utah as their first choice, and most of them did so because of its quality programs.

Senior Helen Kwok says, "(Utah) has better medical fields."

Mr. Sannar, a counselor here at Timpanogos High, says, "A lot of times we see students going there because of the medical programs they have."

The University of Utah also has a very different environment. Set in the hustle-bustle of Salt Lake City, its location provides a more urban, and therefore liberal, setting in contrast to the suburbs of Provo and Utah.

Each of these univerisities offer their own academic advantages. "All three have a good reputation," says Mr. Sannar. Whatever college each student decides to attend, they will be guaranteed a worthwhile experience.

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Speak up

By Kegan Penovich

What is the coolest Halloween costume you have ever seen?

Senior Susan Sulz says " The best costume I have seen was a blow up suit were the person wearing it was a baby hanging on to a grandmother; people would just stare at you trying to figure it out."

Junior Kristian Williams says, "There was this girl with an enormous shoe on her head."

Sophomore Rachel Park says, "A girl dressed up as a witch, and the way it looked just fit her."

Junior Tyler Petty says, "There was this guy dressed as a nun; it was funny."

Faculty member Ms. Kelley says " The best costume I have seen was when somebody dressed up as the house on the movie Monster House."

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Welcome Home Mr. Murphy!

By Jillian P. Phippen and Morgan Cortez

Timpanogos High School has only had 3 principals. Our first principal when the school opened was Dr. Vern Henshaw. If his name sounds familiar, you've probably been reading your grades! He's Alpine School District's Superintendent. Dr. Henshaw hired Mr. Kendall, and Mr. Kendall was here until his retirement last year.

This year, our Timberwolf Pack has a new Alpha Male! However, our new principal isn't new to THS. Theron C. Murphy (That's Mr. Murphy to you) began his teaching career at Canyon View Junior High School. After becoming an assistant principal, he joined the THS Pack in 2001. His emphasis was to reach out to all students, recognizing the importance of diversity at THS. After working here as a phenomenal assistant principal, he moved on to American Fork Junior High and led that school with great results. Now, we have the opportunity to welcome Mr. Murphy home to the Timberwolf Pack.

Mr. Murphy can often be heard saying "The strength of the wolf is the pack, and the strength of the pack is the wolf." Our principal truly believes that every student has value, and he fights for the rights and opportunities of each and every student at THS. He believes that THS is only as good as each student makes it. He believes in each and every student.

When he was asked how he felt about returning to the T-Wolf Pack, he replied, "I love it here at THS. For me, this is home. I can't think of a better place to be."

Mr. Murphy's real specialty is being personally involved in the lives of the teachers, staff and students at the school. When asked what he likes to see most, he replied, "Getting to know the students, watching them succeed, achieve and excel." Those aren't just words for Mr. Murphy. Take a tour of the commons area. The wolf mural and the phrase "A community of one striving for excellence" was spearheaded by Mr. Murphy in 2003. He's instrumental in remembering individual students and making school a place where students want to be and to succeed.

Mr. Murphy wants to send a shout-out to the terrific employees who have given him "a warm welcome from the faculty and staff: the feeling of trust from them, their trust in me, and my trust in them."

While doing a little more research on our Alpha Leader, it turns out that Mr. Murphy really is a great example of Utah schooling. Mr. Murphy was raised by a principal, and his mom was a 9th grade teacher. He grew up in Vernal, Utah, graduated from Uintah High School (home of the Utes), and then attended Dixie College. He transferred to Brigham Young University and received his degree there. His life has taught him the real importance of education, and he lives what he believes.

Mr. Murphy is not just our principal; in his spare time, he is happily married to Jody (who is gorgeous enough to be a model! Go, Murph!) He has 4 children whom he is proud of, and they are proud to be honorary T-Wolves. All of his spare time is spent with his family, and he manages to squeeze in a bit of golf, tennis and skiing.

Welcome home, Mr. Murphy. It's a great day to be a T-Wolf!

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Not Just the Ordinary Happily Ever After

by Megan Laubershimer

Over the years we've seen numerous twists on the classic fairy tale but nothing quite as original as the charming tale of a playboy bunny turned sorority mother in Happy Madison Production's The House Bunny.

Though proving to be no more than an imaginative story with genuine, heart-felt laughs few and far between, Anna Faris of the Scary Movie franchise manages to light up the otherwise empty movie with her charismatic charm and alluring simplicity. Even junior Kirsten Lamplugh says, "I think it looks so funny because she's so ditsy."

She captivates audiences with more than her skimpy outfits and barbie-doll presence, but with a knack for comedy and an enchanting personality as the title character.

Faris gives life to Shelley Darlinson, a 27-year-old bunny, who's kicked out into the real world where she falls in place with a group of misfit outcasts resembling Snow White's seven dwarfs. There she teaches them the power of a good make-over and a hot outfit, but is that really what's important to them?

Senior Alayna Graham says, "I thought it was lame because they hid themselves behind make-up and clothes," and she's not the only one to think that way.

The sorority girls seem to lose themselves as the story progresses until the very end, especially since it seems to be a popular theme among Americans to think looks make a girl, and though the movie ends on a high note, as all classic Hollywood movies do, it shows the audience how we put far too much importance on our looks, something the movie doesn't forget to emphasize in the end.

Not only are the smart yet unfashionable girls given a lesson on expressing themselves by more than just their school papers and more on their looks, Shelley learns the importance of a good heart and a smart head when she falls for a guy who "might just like a smart girl."

Starring alongside the ditsy Faris are actors Kat Dennings as the quick-witted yet cynical Mona, Emma Stone as geeky but sweet Natalie, and even American Idol runner-up Katherine McPhee as soon-to-be mom Harmony. With innocent charm they make the transition from "nobodys" to "somebodys" while even picking up a few guys on the way.

However, their main purpose seems to be to support Faris's outrageous dialogue and the few quirky, comedic scenes from Shelley's exorcist voice to the Marylin Monroe on the manhole moment and particularly Shelley's eventful and often chaotic dates with the Charming Oliver.

The previews do the movie almost too much justice in revealing many of the upbeat parts which brought many people to the theater in the first place. Junior Kristie Kitto says, "I want to see it so bad. It looks hilarious. I've got the commercials memorized. The things she says are hilarious."

Overall, whatever happens to drive you into the theater, you'll leave with a feeling of light-heartedness, lower IQ, and a memory of a pleasant movie that will quickly be forgotten.

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Tennis-Love

by Tiffany Monney

The proud voices of the Timpanogos Girls' Tennis Team echo throughout the school bus as they drive towards their match. "The girls always sing the school song on the way to and back from a game," observed the tennis coach Suzy Hansgen, "it helps to pump them up."

Both Varsity and Junior Varsity girls agreed that before a match they usually have some bouts of nervousness, but mainly excitement for the upcoming matches. Lindsey Peperone, senior, confided that before a match she is always "super excited."

This exhilaration combined with their conviction is well-rewarded; currently their record is four wins dominating over Pleasant Grove, Spanish Fork, American Fork and Lehi, and one loss against Lone Peak. All the girls are exuberant for the opportunity to play in the Regional Tournament and perhaps even State.

This winning streak is not without reason, however, for there is an enduring sense of unity on the tennis team. When questioned about their favorite part about being on the team, Heather Jackman, senior, remarked, "My team members, especially Cierra Pova, McKale, and CC Almighty, and also the fact that everyone will cheer me on in a tough spot, chanting my name."

McKenna Tidwell, freshman, stated that "all her friends" were what she adored most. It seemed to be unanimous; the girls on the team provide great support in addition to being enjoyable.

The whole team is ecstatic whenever one of their own wins, and when inquired about the first emotions experienced when they are the victors of a match, Shayla Gibb, junior, noted that she was "relieved and tired."

Caroline Collins, sophomore, said, "I feel very accomplished."

One of the members who is the most pleased, however, is their coach Suzy, who loves to share her knowledge and love for the game as well as making it fun. She, being the backbone of the team, greatly contributes to the immense skill and precision on the court in addition to the confidence and oneness of the team. "Uncle Suz is a great support, so loving and kind to all of us," commented Taylor Thomas, junior.

The Girls' Tennis Team has a power and unity that has yet to be paralleled, demonstrating their expertise at their many practices as well as their games. Their standing proves it; the combination of good friends, a great coach and talent makes every match intense and captivating to watch. Timpanogos High School wishes each member of the team the best and hopes to see them go far.

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The great and spacious building

by Irasema Del Castillo

Many students have curiously pointed out the large building that now occupies the northwest side of the school next to the shop classes. Even before he started teaching at the school, Mr. Williams had already left a permanent mark on the school's landscape: the greenhouse.

The greenhouse isn’t some insignificant building to look at; it is quite valuable to the school. The district hoped to increase Timpanogos programs, especially an agriculture program to add an extra science credit for those incoming sophomores.

Doug Golding, the head of the CTE department at the district and Mr. Broadhead, one of the assistant principals at our school, contributed greatly in obtaining the agricultural program at Timpanogos.

The building was designed by our very own Mr. Jorgensen, and cost $300,000 to build it. Now what does one get for $300,000?

Mr. Williams calls the greenhouse “way super fancy.” All watering, fans, and temperature settings are automatic, meaning one clicks a few buttons and boom it’s done. The greenhouse can become any environment for any plant to grow. This building got started in May and just finished the beginning of September.

The new classes offered in the building are Horticulture, Floral Design, and Agricultural Biology. These classes will use the greenhouse for conducting experiments, designing floral arrangements, and growing plants for commercial purposes. The horticulture and floral design classes have over 400 poinsettias they will take care of and grow for the Christmas season.

Rachel Clarke, senior, says the horticulture class “is so relaxing!”

Mr. Williams, one of the newest teachers to our school, teaches welding, horticulture, floral design, and A.G. Biology. He also is the adviser to one of the newest clubs at Timpanogos, the FFA, or Future Farmers of America.

Mr. Williams says it is a “wicked sweet organization.”

He attended Spanish Fork High School and then went to get his teaching degree at Utah State in Logan. He lives and works on a farm in Spanish Fork with his wife Sarah. He decided to be a teacher because of the influence of his teachers in high school.

A student in Mr. Williams’ horticulture and floral design class, Jordan Honeycutt, sophomore, said “Mr. Williams is a cool teacher! I learn so much about plants!”

Don’t miss the chance to be in one of these great new classes now offered! As Chantel Hall, senior, says, “it’s plantastic!”

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Food, fun and school spirit

By Kristie Kitto

Annually, P.A.C.K. coordinates a Homecoming Carnival right before the game. The booths were wonderful this year. There was everything from Pine Wood Derby to Kris Caldwell's Jewelry.

Kids swarmed the Pine Wood Derby race booth. They loved to see their car win (who wouldn't?).

Many girls were showing off the jewelry they had purchased from Kris Caldwell.

Dippin' Dots was a big hit. They also donated the money they made from the carnival to our high school.

Pie throwing was great! Anyone could buy a pie and shove it in the participants' face. It was a perfect opportunity to make someone miserable, get a good laugh, or cream the person you hate or really like.

Another booth included students paying to bash a car. Scott Curtis took no time demolishing two windows; it was very impressive.

Many students were enjoying themselves. Danielle Hubbard, a junior, said, "It was fun and a good way to bring the school together. I also got to meet a lot of new people, which was nice." The Carnival was a good chance to pump THS students up for the game against Snow Canyon. There were many booths that helped with the spirit we had at the game.

The Drama Club did face-painting to show school pride along with Journalism Staff, who put big blue paws or Homecoming football temporary tattoos on the students. Many people had their entire face painted like a wolf. That was very brave and so cool, and it looked really good. It was also interesting to hear where people wanted their tattoos to be placed. Many liked the inside of their forearm and below the ear on the neck, and others even on the ankle. There was also a booth to get your hair all done up with a pretty cool style with sparkles. The people who did that looked really snazzy. The Carnival had a good turnout, and the weather was surprisingly comfortable. Those who went were glad they did because they had fun and saw lots of their friends.

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Tanner Prestwich (Junior)

By Aimee Bench

What sports do you play and how long have you played them?

football since 6th grade and wrestling since 8th

What is your position in football?

linebacker

Nicknames?

Firecat

Favorite college/pro sports teams?

"I love the (Miami) Dolphins, not college so much but I like BYU."

Any pre-game rituals?

"I just go through it in my mind and listen to music--anything upbeat."

Favorite food?

RIBS!

Favorite thing about sports?

the competition and fun

Anything special about your choice of football number? (38)

"Not really, I just liked it."

Quote from Tanner's football and wrestling coach Byron Tanner:

"Tanner is an extremely hard worker and is very dedicated to the sports he plays.

I am very impressed with his work ethic and overall character. Tanner is one of the best kids I know."

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Flaws In the System

Devan Almquist

Slack all chapter. Cram all night. Memorize dates and associate names. Pull out an A- with hardly any effort. Everyone has done it at some point in their lives. The education system nowadays allows for people to pass a test without really knowing the material.

On the other hand, you have the students who know the material but consistently receive only a mediocre score on the tests. The problem is: it's easier to succeed and fake the knowledge rather than learn it and earn the grade. This is putting only a small number of our brightest students into the mortgage-size payment universities (no offense to our Honor Students).

Everyone has the kid in their class who is probably smarter than some of the teachers, (no offense to our amazing faculty) but is consistently pulling lower or average grades, just because of the way the system is designed. The current testing format hardly tests a student's knowledge but rather the student's ability to memorize names and dates. This is a serious disadvantage to those students who know the material but have problems with mind-numbing memorization. This alone keeps many students out of our colleges, forcing them to take middle class jobs and live the "blue collar" lifestyle.

Isaac Hinckley, senior, said, "It seems like most of the tests I take won't do me any good once the bell rings; I just memorize what I need and forget it when I'm done. Easy A."

The education system isn't totally crumbling though. The current format creates a more level playing ground, even if it takes away some valuable hills. The system allows everyone an equal chance to bluff their way through class, zone out for a few hours doing pointless homework and then either cheating or guessing their way to an A on the test.

Nathan Almquist, sophomore, said, "I like the way our grades work. It's easy to do the homework. Just put a little bit of time into it, then it's easy to pull a decent grade on the test without much studying."

The easiest way to fix these flaws would be to cut down class size and to increase teacher/student ratio. However, our public education systems do not currently have the money needed for these improvements. The only way to get more money for the schools is a higher tax, and that is an entirely different story.

Another easy fix for this is that students could start putting an effort into actual learning instead of putting the emphasis on their grades. Grades are important, but as one wise owl reminds us all, "Knowledge is Power!"

Both solutions require change, and the change looks to be far off. Maybe someday things will improve, but for now keep the coffee on the pot, the book open and get ready for that all-nighter!

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Teacher Secrets: Crowther

by Sairah Gold

If you happen to look hard enough, Brad Crowther has a scar from a dog bite just above his mouth. The event started out like any other little boy's typical escapade to dig to China. This is his story:

Crowther tells, "I was about 6 or 7, and I was playing in the sandbox with my friend-- we were digging a hole to China. We took a minute to sit and rest, and my friend's half-wolf half-German-Shepherd dog just came up and bit me right on the mouth. It was purely random. My mom was gone with the only car we had at the time, so my neighbor took me and my dad to the hospital.

"I had to get plastic surgery and get my jaw wired shut, so I couldn't open and close it. I had to eat through a syringe because I had no other methods of eating. They wrapped up my head so I looked like a mummy. I even have a picture of me, and really all you can see is my eyes and my mouth.

"I really have no idea why it even bit me. We played with this dog all the time and it was fine; it was really just random. I didn't antagonize it or anything. The really sad part was that after I got all my bandages and the wire off and stuff, my mom took me out for ice cream, and I couldn't even eat it. I just had to give it to my brother and sister, who actually fought over it."

Of course, all that's left now are freaky mental images and the scar. But, Crowther's too tough to let mental images bother him. But how did he cover up his scar? Simple! All he had to do is grow his now trademark goatee. The only time you'll catch him without it is when he's interpreting for the Deaf. Good call, coach.

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New Teachers Who Have Improved the School

By Madonna Marquez

Great new teachers who have helped improve the school year are, Mr. Morris, Mr. Heward, Mrs. Hatt, and Mrs. Rodriguez. All of them have loving hearts and care for the students who attend their class and would love to see them behave and achieve all of their goals and most importantly succeed. These teachers have a great attitude with where they are and what they are doing. Most student may think that teachers are aliens from a different planet, but if anyone had the chance to stop and talk to them they will realize that they are humans just like the rest of us.

All four of these teachers have agreed that seeing some one learn what they teach is a great feeling for them. Mr. Morris loves watching his student learn something new, Mr. Heward is crazy about introducing students to the things he loves, Mrs. Hatt really enjoys seeing the students "get it", and Mrs Rodriguez likes playing with the physics toys and getting students excited about learning science. They also love helping out the students and love it when the students are ready for the class and participate.

All the teachers came from different places. Mr. Morris came from his home of a loving family. This is his first time teaching a class at any school. Mr. Heward came from teaching UVC and also teaching a middle school. Mrs. Hatt changed from working at a billing office at Alpine Pediatrics, she also teaches English and Math in Lehi. Mrs. Rodriguez actually worked at Timpanogas two years earlier, she took a break and enjoyed her family. All these new teachers have decided to come work at Timpanogas as a wonderful experience for them and are also giving the students the same full throttle.

Timpanogas may be "perfect" but the new teachers would like to change somethings. Mr. Morris would like to change his Internet connection and would like to have phone reception in the band room. Mr. Heward would like to see more cans get recycled and have a way to recycle more things. Mrs. Hatt would love to have a key to the copy center because she stays late after school when mostly everyone is gone. Mrs. Rodriguez would like to change the way her classroom looks, she would like her classroom to be more decorated.

Comparing the school to other places where they have worked before Mr. Morris states that this school is great, and there is nothing it can compare to. Mr. Heward states that he likes Timpanogas better because the students are more motivated to learn. Mrs. Hatt states that its definitely Timpanogas because she sees more interaction and its better then sitting in front of a computer all day and she states that she will more likely to grow here. Mrs. Rodriguez states that the school is still the same since the last time she has been here, its always been a friendly environment.

All the teachers have a second favorite subject. Mrs. Rodriguez, besides physics, enjoys astronomy. Mr. Morris, besides music, loves history. Mrs. Hatt, besides Math and English, is overwhelmed with love for music. Mr. Heward , besides biology, loves animal behavior. They have many likes and dislikes of classes just as the student body here at THS. The teachers were once young in high school just like most of us are now.

Here are some of the clubs these teachers would of loved to join: Racket ball club (if there was one), guitar club, the office club, and to make up a club, the star gazers club. Mr. Heward chose the "office club" because he likes being involved. Mrs. Hatt chose the guitar club because she loves music, she also can not play guitar but would like to learn. Mrs. Rodriguez chose star gazers club cause she enjoy astronomy.

The techniques these teachers are each very unique. Mr. Morris uses analogies, stories, and demonstrations. Mr. Heward likes to use classroom discussions where the students get into the conversations. Mrs. Hatt uses her own technique which she calls, " I do it, you do it, we do it", she also likes to use models. Mrs. Rodriguez uses hands on experiences and lab work.

Consequences of not following the rules? Well Mr. Morris says, "Three strikes, your out!" Mr. Heward says he hasn't had that many consequences because his students are pretty good, the only thing he has had to do is take cell phones away. Mrs. Hatt has her rules posted up. She says that 5 rules is enough to understand and the students should have enough integrity to know whats good and whats not. She also uses a reward system. She gives tickets out, the more they have the most likely they will win prizes and for the consequence she takes the tickets away. Mrs. Rodriguez treats her students like adults unless they do not act as an adult. She also says if the students look interested and are active in class and participate then they don't have to worry about consequences.

Their goals in five years? Most of them stated that they will still be working for THS as a teacher and then some. Mrs Morris would love to still be working for THS and also working on his Masters Degree. Mr. Heward had a simple answer saying he would still be a teacher at THS. Mrs. Hatt says she probably will still be teaching, but she also wants a family and a dog. Mrs. Rodriguez says she will definitely be working at THS in five years.

Mr. Morris always wanted to be a teacher ever since he was about twelve years old. But unlike Mr. Morris, Mr. Heward wanted to be a wildlife biologist. Mrs. Hatt says nope she never wanted to be a teacher cause her mother was an elementary teacher. She helped her mother with the planning. But one day she went on a mission and decided she loved teaching people what she loved. And she also loved being able to help people. Mrs. Rodriguez never knew what she wanted to do until her third year in college, but she figured it was teaching she wanted.

Here are some quotes the teachers would like their students to hear.

Mr. Morris says, "I tell them, no misfortune in life is so bad that whining about it wont make it worse."

Mr. Heward says, "Tardigrades are awesome!!!"

Mrs. Hatt says, "Just do your best, cause that's all you can do."

Mrs Rodriguez says, "I hope you have fun and enjoy physics, but also learn a lot from it."

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Awesome clubs at Timpanogos high school

By Jessica Carranza

Watch out! There are many awesome and fun clubs at Timpanogos High School. Our school has a variety of clubs that you can be part of.That were at club rush for two days during the lunchtime. For the new students that don't know what it is. Club rush is an activity that involves all the clubs at Timpanogos High School. During this activity, all the club councils axplained and gave information about their club. During the Club Rush there were many clubs that were inviting new students to enjoy, and be part of their activities. Club rush was on Wednesday, September 4th. the clubs of Timpanogos High School were excited to know and have more people and share new fantastic experience with them.

Some clubs like the Drama Club, Fashion Club, FCCLA Club,French Club, Hip Hop Club, Japanesses Club, Spanish Club, and other clubs form part of the clubs with more years and experience working in timpanogos high school. But every year students come with a new ideas and energy to create new clubs with many fun activities. Every club has to have an adviser that can be any teacher for our school. The best part is that you can enjoy and be part of many clubs that you want, you don't have to be just part of one club. Its a really cool idea to meet other people and learn different type of games, parties, activities, traditions and other things in each club. Some students at Timpanogos High School give their opinion about their feelings, and ideas about the club rush and the clubs in general:

Erica Barragan(11):
"I think that the club rush was exciting and so much fun. I sign up for the Spanish club, because they had music and it looks interesting for me."

Vania Bernal(12):
"I believe that was very cool and fun because you get candies hahaha I mean more information about many clubs. I like to be in the hip hop club because you have an extra fun activities to do during the day."

Gaby Pirir(12):
"omg! in a clubs there are so many activities. I like clubs because I get to know many people and maybe my future boyfriend."

Jose Ahumada(11):
" it was fun. there was a lot of people, it was crazy! I signed up for FCCLA, hip hop club, and some sort of pvc pipe sword fighting. I only plan to go to the first two. I wish there were more sport-relates clubs."

Richard Hart (10):

"I have joined swimming club.I have come to think about the many clubs.This is my first year here at time and I have never seen so many clubs that I want to join."

Being in a club is a good opportunity to gain great in your mind and heart. If you sign up for any club in Timpangos High School I can guarantee that you are going to learn something new and interesting games or activities that you would like. I have Been in a club since I was sophomore, and its fun for me, because you get to know more people in the school that you never see around the school. But in the clubs you are going to know different people with different cultures, traditions, feelings and ideas. Being in a club is not only for fun but its more than that, its working as friends, working as a team with every member. Clubs at THS rocks!

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Boys Vs. Girls

Chris' opinion: Weeks ago, I made a solemn oath never to attend a school dance. So far, I have made very good on this oath by not yet going to a dance, and by publicly proclaiming my resentment for them. The holes in one's pocket known as school dances appear worthless and expensive from the outside. I don't believe all men feel like this, however, many of us share this stubborn stand on school dances. There are a variety of reasons why one might not ask a girl to a school dance: lack of funds, lack of desire, lack of esteem... The reasons I claim are the first two of the three, and although some cynics might criticize my motives, I enjoyed most of my day. It proceeded as follows:

I confirm my suspicion that waking up on beautiful, sunny Saturday is a beautiful thing if you have no school dance to worry about. No day date, no hassle of planning, no overpriced dinner and most of all, no overpriced dance. I eat an awesome breakfast, throw on a hoodie and walk to the school for my ACT prep class. Upon arriving, a member of the class asks if he can leave early for his Homecoming day date. I feel the excitement rush in as I anticipate returning home and enjoying mass amounts of sleep as opposed to taking my whole day to complete a course of events leading up to an anticlimactic school event. I take the test and happily return home.

Unfortunately, I can't get a hold of too many friends to do anything because they are all enduring their Homecoming day dates. I decide later that this, and the four hours of aimless boredom that followed, was the huge downside of not going to the dance.

Eventually, five o' clock rolls around and it is time to get ready for work. As I clock in at Magleby's, I turn around only to see a group five couples from Timpanogos, dressed from head to toe in school dance-like attire. I talk to them for a minute as they pass to their table. Upon their inquiry, I answer with the reason I am not at Homecoming. About an hour later, a second group from Timp shows up, donning the same manner of clothing. Again, I talk to them briefly, and again I am asked why I'm not in a tuxedo with a date on my arm, while I reply with the same answer.

As they leave, I ponder where I stand on my decision. I decide, for the last time, that I made the right choice. I clock out, and return back home for a relaxing night.

Sairah's Opinion: Since the beginning of time, men have been, according to the world, the "stronger/better gender". The more dominant sex. Then the Dark Ages came around and gave us chivalry. Not only retaining the idea of men as the stronger sex, but giving them the responsibility to treat women like the goddesses that we are. Since then, the world's gotten more mature and started giving women equality with men, even though everyone still secretly thinks that men are more dominant. Thus, killing chivalry.

Personally, I do NOT this this is ok. If men are going to be the dominant gender, then they should take the initiative to ask us, and step up to their roles (As long as they keep respecting us like they should). Granted, there should be 2 or 3 girl's choice, but it should be more up to the guys than we're making it. My sophomore year, there were actually MORE girl's choice dances than guy's choice! Why do you think boys are more likely to get a job at an earlier age? So they can start making money earlier.

Guys are the ones who're expected to take the lead early. And one way to do that, is by stepping up to the plate and asking girls to dances. Unfortunately, as I said before, chivalry is dying. Laziness is spreading, and guys just don't want to plan anymore. Almost every girl's dream is to go to a formal school dance and be a princess for a night. We can't do that without the help of a boy. For every boy that doesn't go to a dance, there's a disappointed girl at home. To promote get guys back in the habit, our council needs to plan more guy's choice. End of story.

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Bump Set Spike

By Tragen Herrick

"You can't beat a team that never gives up!" This is the Timpanogos
volleyball team's motto for the '08 season, and it really showed in the
game against the Salem Hills Sky Hawks. The team started off slowly, losing the first set 20-25. During the second set, they really picked it up and spanked the Hawks 25-18. During the third set, our offense started to falter, losing 16-25. Down two games to one, the team got back into the game with a big win in the fourth set, 26-24. Finally, in the fifth set, we

really dug deep with some spectacular blocks by Susan Sulz and some
hard spikes by Erianne Avery. The T-Wolves were able to pull out a
"W" against the Sky Hawks with a score of 17-14.

According to Coach Molen, "We don't really have a star player; we
have multiple girls that are doing very well." This statement was
true for this match: every player pitched in to get the win. Erianne
Avery said, "The thing we need to start doing better is to start
playing our game at the beginning of the game."

The J.V. team led by Casey Cook and the Riggs sisters (Melinda and
Megan) played a tough game against an excellent Sky Hawk defense. In
the first set, they lost 17-25. They battled hard in a long second
set, but came up short 25-27. In the third set, the Sky Hawks defense
was too much for them; they lost 9-15.

The sophomores had a good game led by Mercedes Riggs and Korinne
Pickett. They started strong, winning the first set 25-23. The
defense really showed its game in the second set with some nice digs
by Korinne Pickett, winning 25-17. Their defense struggled in the
third and fourth sets losing, 17-25 and 16-17. In the fifth set, it
was tight 'til the end, but lost 16-18.

T-Wolves, the volleyball team needs your help. "We need the student
body at every game cheering us on," said Susan Sulz. So let's get to
those games and cheer on our THS volleyball team.

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Talk With an Encyclopedia with ChaCha

by Tyler Christensen

Imagine having a book with all the answers. This book can tell you anything you want to know about any subject you can think of. If someone knows, it's in the book.

They used to call this the Encyclopædia Britannica. Now we call it the Internet. Given a basic keyword, Google is happy to point you in the right direction. Still, it's sometimes difficult to get an answer, and Google isn't very helpful without a computer.

While most people don't carry around a computer, nearly every student at Timpanogos always has their phone. What everyone wants is a genius friend that they can text with questions and always get the right answer.

Newsbreak: you have one. This is ChaCha.

ChaCha is a free answer-getting service. People from all over the world text questions, and they scour the Internet for the answer and text it back just a few minutes later. ChaCha works with any topic, so it's a great source no matter how obscure the question. Yes, ChaCha can even get that test question that nobody knows the answer to (but don't ask -- that's cheating and cheating is bad).

Texting "ChaCha" (242-242) is a quick, easy, and free way to find out about things you're interested in, from sports scores to the eating habits of flamingos. Have a sudden crave to know who ran in the 1852 United States presidential election? "Franklin Pierce - Democrat and Winfield Scott - Whig. Franklin Pierce was elected president." Maybe you heard someone mention Google Chrome and wondered what it is: "A new browser, the latest in a series of moves by Google Inc. to rid the world of Microsoft Windows!"

ChaCha can be a lot of fun. Ask for a joke and they'll be happy to send one back. It's an entertaining way to fill time, and it's educational as well.

So in one line, what is ChaCha?

"ChaCha is a human-powered search and answer service delivering answers via text or PC, anytime, anywhere! Happy ChaCha-ing!"

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Cross Country Outruns Us All

by Morgan Cortez

One of our best sports here at THS is cross country.
For the sophomores who do not know what cross country is, according to Coach Jody Benson, "It's a team sport of running across different terrains, to see who has the most guts!" If there are any juniors or seniors out there who did not know of this sport, you should be ashamed.
When asked how the season is going, Coach Benson said, "Doing awesome. Girls won 3 out of 4. Boys won once and placed 2nd and 3rd."

This writer has often wondered where the cross country meets are held; I didn't know that they were scattered everywhere. Tooele, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Soldier Hollow, Murray Park, Boise ID, Spanish Fork, UVU, Sugarhouse Park, Tempe AZ, and Pomona CA.

Alex Amor, 11th, started cross country this summer. "I started doing track last year and just decided to do cross country."

How about the competition? "Well I say it's pretty hard, but that's just me." Alex said.

Annie Woolley, 10th, said, "I started cross country this summer. My friend persuaded me to do it."

And her view on the competition? "I think it's kind of hard, but it's fun though."

Spencer Baker, 11th, says, "Well I started the summer before 10th grade. My friends were doing it and I did track and I thought I would try it out."

Looks like everyone on the cross country team thinks it's hard. "I think it's WAY hard." Spencer said.

Well cross country, we give you the best of luck and expect great things from you

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Dr. Bill and Ms. Lola

Dear Bill and Lola,

There is a sophomore boy who's a hottie biscotti, and I'm completely enamored with him, but I'm a junior girl. How do I show him how I feel without robbing the cradle?

Sincerely,

Head-Over-Heels

Dear Head,

Lots of people date other people younger than themselves. It's not an uncommon thing, especially when you're in school with the same people every weekday. There's no reason to feel like you're "robbing the cradle". Unless you make a habit of dating people younger than you, then you have a problem. In fact, several of my friends previously, or are currently dating someone a year younger than them. It's not such a big difference when you think about it. Just work your flirt and see where it goes.

Cordially,

Miss Lola

Dear Head,

Good grief, is this really a question? Are we scraping the bottom of the advice box or something? A year's worth of difference is virtually nothing. In fact, my own parents are one and a half years apart. According to you, they're the scandal of the century! But honestly, these age difference taboos disappeared in elementary school and junior high, so start acting like a normal teenager. If you are stuck in that stage of life, however, maybe you shouldn't be dating after all.

Sincerely,

Dr. Bill

Dear Bill and Lola,

My brother just got married and I am now the only child left in the house. I'm scared that I'll get lonely really fast. How do I cope?

-Youngest Child

Dear Youngest,

There are lots of things you can do to pass the time. Asking for more hours at work (or getting a job period, if you don't have one), hanging out more often with friends, volunteering for an organization, pick up a sport... the possibilities are endless! Life provides lots of opportunities for anyone to not be lonely. If your friends are busy, you have the day off from work, and practice is over for the day, then you could always take your iguana for a walk. That would make his day, I'm sure. And you can still call your brother or other siblings, if all else fails. Good luck.

Cordially,

Miss Lola

Dear Youngest,

Was your brother really living at home until he got married? I'm sorry, but that's pretty sad. It's like Failure to Launch all over again. Listen, you don't need advice on avoiding loneliness. What you really need is a how-to about not following your older brother's footsteps. Please get a life and move out after you graduate from high school. It doesn't matter how Matthew McConaughey-like you are; if you live with your parents, you are niether studly nor cool.

Sincerely,

Dr. Bill

P.S. If you do get lonely, try buying an iguana. It seems to work for Lola, and everyone knows how lonely she is.

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Girl's Soccer Optimistic About Season

by Chris Rytting

When Coach Aaron Barth and the Timpanogos girls' soccer team started out their season, their ultimate goal was an undefeated record and a state championship under their belt. With a 6-2 record, needless to say, the state championship is well within reach for the T-wolves, but do they have what it takes?

With several of last years starters returning, but with some now graduated, many would agree that the championship can realistically be claimed. Coach Barth says that up to this point, he is happy with the season, but not overenthusiastic because of the two losses. However, his expectations for the rest of the season are as high as they were at the beginning, especially for the state tournament.

When asked about the playoffs, he considers himself 'very optimistic.' "I hope that we are able to take the rest of the season and go undefeated and find out what happens in the state tournament," Coach Barth says.

So what will it take for the T-Wolves to take state? Coach Barth believes that the team needs to become more passionate, but other than that, they have what it takes. "Passion," he states, "eventually it always comes, but we need it from whistle to whistle, not just whenever it comes up." It is interesting how passion and drive always plays such a huge role in the success or failure of a team, especially for a talented, such as this one.

The team is led by captains Shelby Murray, Malarie Jaramillo, Courtney Hollan, and Shelby McKell, all of whom are seniors. However, Coach Barth says, "Every single player is a pivotal piece in us winning the state championship."

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Seven Days of Suffering: Sucrose Deprivation

by Chris Rytting

Seven days without any sugar in any way shape or form can take a toll on a junior in high school. I decided to give sugar deprivation a run for its money last week as I went completely off processed sugar. My boycott of sugar did not include, however, cutting out natural sugars like fruit. A synopsis of my project follows:

Day One: I roll out of bed at 7:00 a.m. and head downstairs for a bowl of oatmeal. Grudgingly, I don't use any brown sugar to sweeten it, and proceed to eat one bowl of bitter, tasteless oatmeal. The day progresses, and further instances occur where I long for anything, but having made an oath to stick it out, I distract myself for the rest of the day with anything else I can manage.

Day Two: I wake this morning with the same trials I faced the day before, feeling the same draw to many products with sugar. I find myself reflecting on the days before I had taken on this challenge. I realize how often I used to have yogurt, mints and other sugared products before Day One.

Day Three: It's slightly easier this morning not to use the brown sugar on my oatmeal that had become routine every single morning. I considered how I might have become my head and stomach's new best friend for the lack of sugar intake. I am comforted by this as I sit and appreciate how good my head and stomach feel.

Day Four: Today proceeds the same as yesterday, except for one minor detail. For one reason or another, when I head downstairs for my usual oatmeal helping, instead of oatmeal, I find cinnamon spice pancakes, my favorite breakfast. I have a newfound disgust for this experiment as I walk out the door eyeing the pancakes. I am surprised at how the abandonment of the pancakes carries all the way to lunch. I feel extremely relieved when I sit down to lunch.

Day Five: I notice myself feeling better and better each day, physically and emotionally, now that I don't eat sugar.

Day Six: The draw to sugar decreases quickly day by day. Again, I always notice myself feeling better.

Day Seven: My last day I find myself with mixed feelings, questioning myself. Do I want to have a massive breakfast filled with pancakes and oatmeal with brown sugar tomorrow to celebrate my accomplishment, or do I want to maintain this healthy lifestyle?

On Day Eight, I decide on a rational middle ground. Seeing as how the no sugar benefited me so much during the week, I decide to cut way back on sugar and have one or two days during the week in which I can have a limited amount. I recommend trying this for a week and seeing what the results are. It worked out great for me.

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Living In HD

by Aimee Bench

Jimmy Henry-Dempster, or "Coach HD" as known by many of the students at Timpanogos, couldn't be happier with where his life has taken him throughout the years. He joins us here at THS through Brad Crowther as an assistant football and basketball coach.

In football he is the Wide Receiver/Corner Backs coach, and the players all love what he brings to the team. When asked if he always wanted to be a coach, he replied,"Coaching wasn't something I always wanted to do. I always wanted to be a player, but there comes a time when you have to hang up the cleats, so coaching was the best way to be close to the sports I love." His mom also coached sports, and because she is his role model, he feels it was always his destiny.

Coach HD's love for sports came at a very young age, and at age 11 he began playing organized football in Houston, Texas where he grew up. He played wide receiver for two years on varsity, and Bethel College in Kansas recruited him. However, he ended up going to Brigham Young University and becoming the BYU basketball manager.

For five years he worked with the team while getting his degree in Spanish with a coaching minor. BYU basketball was his life, and he loved going to the Marriott Center everyday for work and playing with the guys on the team. Other than BYU, he loves watching the University of Texas and the Houston Texans play football.

In his spare time Coach HD is "pretty nerdy" and enjoys playing his Wii, Xbox 360, Playstation. He also loves watching movies, reading any book by Orson Scott Card, and eating Italian food. Even though he is a BYU alum, his favorite color is red.

We are all very excited to welcome Coach HD to Timpanogos, and know that he will leave his mark on the T-Wolves through all he does.

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Beyond the Sidelines

by Aimee Bench

You think you know the Timpanogos football team? Maybe you know their record, who plays where, and even some statistics--but do you really know the men behind the masks? Here's an up-close and personal look at the 2008 T-Wolves.

I asked some of the team's seniors various questions so the school can get to know their football team more personally. Senior quarterback/kicker/punter/free safety Parker Brown, junior quarterback/free safety Brooks Fowler, and senior corner back/wide receiver Kellen McWhorter are the favorite offensive leaders as chosen by senior linemen Jeff Watkins, Chance Blakelock, Garrett McClintock, Bryson Tudor, as well as senior wide receiver/defensive back Griffin McGinn. McWhorter is also a favorite as a defensive leader along with senior linebacker/fullback JoJo Pili, and junior defensive end/tight end Joe Kruger.

When asked who the best-looking football player was, McGinn said that it was a "Weird question." It's probably good he feels this way. However, an anonymous source says that junior linebacker/wide receiver Tanner Prestwich is a "good choice" for the best-looking player. Watkins and McClintock think senior wide receiver/defensive back Travis Sievers is the biggest sweet-talker, but Tudor claims that title goes to senior wide-receiver/free safety Justin Nickle. When asked who is smoothest with the ladies, Watkins and McClintock explain, "Chance (Blakelock) thinks he's smooth. Parker Brown really is." Tudor similarly adds, "Travis Sievers thinks he's smooth, but Parker Brown really is."

Some questions are agreed on, while others have a big variety. Some of the biggest eaters on the team include senior defensive end Andrew Eide, Pili, and senior linemen Toa Peters and Kelton Duffy.

Watkins, when asked who the smartest player on the team is, he replied,"Uh(laughs), probably me or Garrett (McClintock). Let's go with me." Tudor also agrees it's either "Garrett of Jeff." McGinn and Blakelock both think the player with the most positive attitude is senior linebacker/lineman/running back Scott Curtis, while others answers for the same question include Parker Brown and Brooks Fowler.

Junior linebacker/fullback Parker Almeida, Blakelock, and Pili are the funniest in the locker room, while Pili is also named the team's best dancer. McClintock and senior offensive lineman Josh Betras need some work in the dancing area according to their teammates.

As for the biggest all-around playmaker, the overwhelming favorite goes to McWhorter for his explosive ability to turn any situation on the field into a great one.

Hopefully this inside look at T-Wolf football shows that there is more to this team than straight football--though that is what they do best.

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