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Junior class council creates class spirit by hosting a bagel breakfast

Juniors eat a bagel breakfast provided to them by Junior Class Council. Jonathan McBride photo.

By Matt Hansen

The Junior Bagel Bash. The event’s purpose was to raise class spirit in the junior class and have a free breakfast while doing so. A variety of bagels were available for students from Einstein Bagels and Bagel Fair along with orange juice from the cafeteria.

The junior class council believed the event was affective with spreading around spirit and bringing the junior class closer.

“I think it was a success in bringing a lot of juniors and unifying the juniors that came,” junior class president Andrew Jones said. “We had so many people here we needed to go buy more bagels.”

The bagels were donated but more bagels were needed to be purchased because of the bigger turnout of junior students.

“We got donated bagels from Einstein Bagels and the Junior Class Council bought 50 bagels from Bagel Fair in order to feed all the juniors that came,” Jones said.

The juniors enjoyed the bagel breakfast and the idea of events to raise class spirit.

“We should have more of these [events],” junior Moriah Akande said. “They’re good bonding time except there should have been chocolate chip bagels.”

Others agree with the need for different types of bagels.

“I thought there should have been a wider variety of bagels but other than that it was good,” junior Danielle Harvey said.

The Junior Bagel Bash started the junior class’ events off on the right note.

“It was awesome,” junior Tommy McKay said. “Lots of bagels and lots of friends.”

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Sep 03, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Homecoming loss hurts struggling panthers

By Drew Cagnassola

Following their first week loss to a Pike team that recently lost to Center Grove, the panthers were hoping to bounce back and get on track for the rest of the season.

Lawrence Central, coming off a major win over their rival Lawrence North, wanted to uphold their reputation as one of the best teams in the state.

After the conclusion of all pre-game events, including spirit week and the pep rally, it was game time. Lawrence Central struck first with a goal line run. But the panthers quickly responded with a long touchdown pass from Gavin Alexander to Jordan Williams, but the extra point attempt was missed.

Panthers line up against the Lawrence Central Bears at the homecoming game. Jack Peck photo.

Lawrence Central scored with a long run to set the score at 14 to six. After a few changes in possession, NC scored with a long touchdown run by senior Tiandre Edwards.

Instead of trying to equal the score by going for two, the Panthers attempted another field goal but missed it.

The score was close at 14 to 12. The teams then exchanged touchdowns with the score going into half time being Lawrence Central-21 and NC-19.

Hopes grew with the close score at halftime, but these hopes were quickly put down with a impressive performance by the Bears in the second half.

The Panthers were shut out by Lawrence Central’s defense while the Bear’s offense continued to rack up the points. The final score was 42 to 19 with the Bears moving to 2-0 on the season, and the panthers remaining winless.

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Sep 01, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Junior captains lead tennis team

By Linda Albrecht

The tennis team heads in a new direction this year led by two junior captains, Luke Lohrstorfer and Jake Minner. They hope to lead their team through regionals this year. Lohrstorfer describes the process of becoming a captain.

“We had to sign up for an interview and then go through to interview with our coach,” Lohrstorfer said. “Not very many people tried out though.”

“We played really hard,” Minner said. “Not only at tryouts, but we were some of the few who actually went to the summer training.”

Jake Minner and Luke Lohrstorfer excited for the tennis season. Jack Peck photo.

Minner explains why no seniors are captains this season.

“[The seniors] aren’t really dedicated,” Minner said. “There’s not one who is unanimously liked by everyone. There are a few who are leaders, but they didn’t play enough this summer.”

Lohrstorfer agrees with his co-captain’s opinion.

“Al Miller is pretty liked by all players,” Lohrstorfer said. “But he is known as kind of a trouble maker.”

Both players fulfill the responsibilities of captains. They get to choose what the players wear before matches, lead the team by good example and lead warm ups. Lohrstorfer and Minner both hope to be captains next year. Come watch and support your panthers this Wednesday and Thursday at 4:30 p.m. as they play Kokomo and Carmel.

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Aug 31, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

First 33 minute periods draw different reactions

By Paul Logan

Of all the sudden changes this year, perhaps the most disruptive is the 33 minute full periods every Tuesday. The decision to keep homeroom on the same day as late start Tuesday has resulted in five of our Tuesday periods’ awkward length. 33 minutes is long enough to be bored yet short enough to waste the entire time talking about nothing. Effectively, five of your classes this year only meet four times a week.

Savannah Wooten, Senior, said “It’s less productive for students,” in reference to the shorter periods. She is, however, assured by the increased meeting time for the teachers.

That meeting time, however, comes at the expense of our half days, which were taken out of the schedule before last year’s school year.

On the other hand Andrew Jones, Junior Class President, said “the teachers knew there was less time and kept everyone on task, also, it was easier to focus because the class wasn’t as long.”

Both Wooten and Jones said that they “loved” the shorter periods. Wooten added that she “loves sleeping in.”

Is more sleep worth losing almost two hours of classes for the day? It is hard to determine right now. We can pass judgment at the end of the school year, when scores for AP’s, IB’s, and Finals show us how much of a difference twenty minutes a week makes.

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Aug 27, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Parents replace students in the hallways at back to school night

By Matt Hansen

On Monday night, parents attended the 2010 back to school night. In preparation for back to school night, teachers and students returned before 7:00 pm. The goal of the night for the teachers is to inform their students’ parents about what will happen during the semester and provide information about themselves.

International Baccalaureate students along with the Panther Quest leaders attended back to school night to assist the parents throughout the hallways and raise money by selling baked goods.

International Baccalaureate serves treats to parents at back to school night. Matt Hansen Photo.

The proceeds go towards the International Baccalaureate fund and children in Africa in need of help. Although parents struggled getting around the school, it was a successful back to school night.
“I think back to school night was profitable because parents were able to get procedures and outcomes straight from the teachers,” Raymond Ball, social studies teacher, said.
Other teachers agree with Ball and are happy with the parent turn out.
“[Back to school night] went well,” English teacher Shelly Boeglin said. “It ran smoothly and there was a good turn out of parents who seemed to be on board.”

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Aug 27, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Earth Day Lunch a Success

By Emily Keesling

In spirit of Earth Day, the cafeteria turned off ovens and used cold food for lunches. Tuna on bread and pasta were the main entrees. Despite the rumors of the lunch being gross, the lunches were actually praised by students.

“I loved the cold lunches. They were healthy and helped the earth,” Macey Dickerson said.

A favorite among 8th period lunch was the pasta.

“I don’t usually bring my lunch but I would consider doing it now” Rachael Holbreich said.

The cost for a large appliance such as an oven is 15 cents per kilowatt. By turning off the ovens for a day, Washington Township reduced 1/3 of their normal electricity cost. Many students have contemplated doing this once a week to reduce costs of the school and having more money.

“The fact is, this saved money and it did no harm,” Jaleesa Jones said.

The point of Earth day was to help save the earth a little by little. Along with that, the new idea of saving money came along too. If Washington Township were to practice this new idea, a large budget cut would appear.

If the referendum does not pass, this practice would be crucial to start. Even one class could be saved from eating a cold lunch once a week. Basing off of what students have said, the food was delicious and an acceptable alternative to hot food.

Other ways the school could save money not just on Earth Day but everyday are quite easy. Make sure books or furniture do not block the vents in your classroom.

Encourage everyone to keep doors and windows closed when heating or air conditioning is running.

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May 10, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Students spring break trips around the globe

By Alicia Erwin

Where People Went on Spring Break

“I went on a cruise with my family” Hannah Thomas, 12

“I went to Cambridge, Massachusetts” Will Gering, 11

“I went on college visits with my family and my friend Cydney” Courtney McClendon, 12

“Hollywood, Florida” Brice Mossman, 11

“I went to Brazil with my family and Matt Johnson came with me” David Harper, 12

“I went to Siesta with my mom” Gabby Baugh, 10

“I went to Sea Grove Beach, Florida” Zach Bradby, 9

“I went on a cruise with Hannah Dryer” Ana Mitchell, 12

“I went to Florida with my swimming friends” Ashley Gilchrist, 12

“I stayed home and tried to get rid of my farmer’s tan” Maggie LaMar, 11

“I went to Peru” Al Miller, 11

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Apr 15, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Record heat in Indiana

By Emma Markey

The week of April 5, 2009 had record high heats for this year. It was in the 80’s multiple days during the week. While, there was pure enjoyment in being outside, the students inside North Central suffered from the heat.

With the rise in temperature outside came as a rise in temperature inside as well. Unfortunately, there was no beautiful sun to enjoy.

Instead there was nothing but windowless room and stuffy heat mixed with the smell of that kid that clearly hasn’t showered in a week.

While the new record heat should be enjoyed outside, students are forced to endure the poor cooling system of North Central.

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Apr 15, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Junior travels to Vienna over spring break

By Jessie Ayers

Over Spring Break junior Alex Figueroa traveled to Vienna, Austria to visit her friend Elisabeth Kallich.

“She has her own apartment in Vienna and I got to stay there with her for a week because she goes to school there,” Figueroa said.

Figueroa used to live in Vienna five years ago so she has many friends there. Figueroa can speak German fluently so speaking didn’t pose any difficulty.

“Throughout the day we would go shopping in downtown Vienna, then we would go to some cafes afterwards which there are a lot of in the city,” Figueroa said.

Durring her stay, Figueroa visited the Schonbrunn Castle and the zoo.

“It is the oldest zoo in Europe and it was built for Marie Antoinette when she was twelve,” Figueroa said. “It was her home before she moved to France, and it looks exactly like the movie Marie Antoinette and it is very crowded because everyone has a weird obsession with her.”

The zoo in Vienna has no fences so the animals can nearly roam around freely.

“It was really different from our zoo, and kinda weird too,” Figueroa said. “I got to pet a peacock though.”

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Apr 15, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post

Descants win state championship

By Emma Timpson

As the North Central Descants Choir traveled to Ben Davis High School for the 2010 ISSMA Ben Davis Giant Spectacular, they were unaware of what to expect. The choir of approximately 50 girls worked up to this day for months.

After their performance the girls waited in hopes of a good outcome. It turns out all of their hard worked had payed off. The Descants won the ISSMA competition of 2010 for best vocals and best band.

“Winning state was the best ever, after working for weeks to perfect our dancing and singing it was a good feeling,” said sophomore Descants member, Virginia Warner.

Fellow member and sophomore Maddie Moyer shared the same feelings as they heard their school for the win.

“It was overwhelming, like I couldn’t believe it happened and we were all just so excited that our hard work paid off,” said Moyer.

The choir worked for about 3 weeks to perfect their performance for state. The Descants are now working towards competing in concert choir, hoping for another trophy to add to the shelf.

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Apr 07, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post