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Friday, March 14, 2008

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SchOOl GOAl“Capital High School will

be the best in the area’s academics, activities,

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What do Borah, Bishop Kelly, and Capital have in common?

Have you ever had a group of friends one day and then had none the next day? This is what happened to several students from Borah, Capital, and Bishop Kelly high schools.Twenty Borah students switched places with 10 Capital and 10 Bishop Kelley students on Feb. 27. They switched schedules, sometimes getting schedules from juniors when they were seniors or vice versa. Switchees didn’t have to take any quizzes or tests in their classes. Many worked on homework from Capital, talked to fellow students, or took a moment of silence. Regardless of what they did in their free time, they enjoyed every second of it. “I really enjoyed the classes here that I also take at Capital. I got to compare (drama classes),” said senior Heidemarie Dewhitt.Senior Ashley Anderegg said, “It was really great. I was kind of surprised. Everyone was really nice.” There were a variety of differences between Borah and

Capital. The bell was softer than at Capital. One student was noted to have missed hearing it. Book bags were not being allowed in class, forcing people to carry binders and pocketbooks around. Video announcements were different, as it didn’t include the weather, there were only two people on camera, and there was no talk of birthdays or quotes of the day. Senior Danielle Reff felt it was ‘a truly extraordinary experience, to be included as well as we were.” Borah principal Greg Frederick said, “I think around this valley we have some great high schools.”

Capital students were chosen from the Pathfinder mentor program, designed for juniors and seniors to mentor sophomores. After writing a brief response to why they wanted to switch with Borah, ten were picked. The 20 Borah students were picked from a group involved in Link, Borah’s version of the Pathfinder program. After the switch each student was told to write a one-page essay due that Friday. In addition to the essay several had to make up tests, quizzes, and assignments from their other classes. Borah Counselor Dawn Tolan mentioned the possibility of having a meeting between

switchees. The identity swap was first started last year. A teacher from Timberline talked to Tolan about switching students between the two schools. They both agreed and felt it was a success. The purpose of this program was to give the switchees a chance to experience the life of a new student. Tolan said, “Everyone had a great time. It was a memorable experience in their high school year. They really appreciated what they had.” As part of the learning process, switchees were forced to ask questions of their peers. Senior Brittany Bishop said,

“It was very easy to talk to people.” Even when some were successful at finding where their classes were, it was not uncommon for them to be late. There was one incident where a student read on their schedule to go to US history. After entering the classroom, they realized they had headed for a zero hour class. It was only first period time. Those with blue shirts were members of the organization Link. Their job was to help those lost or had issues with classes. The safe zone was the counselor’s office. If someone had an open class period or off-campus classes they were to go

there. Many Bishop Kelley students agreed that “All the teachers were really good.” Most of them were not introduced by teachers. Rather they were included with students who were new to the school. However, by the end of the day, the identity swap was common knowledge. Before classes started the group of 20 students from Capital and Bishop Kelley met with Tolan and after school as well. After school Tolan asked “Who would want to do it again?”Bishop relied yes, “of course. I’d do it whenever.”Many others agreed.

Senior Flight Editor-In-Chief Danielle Reff and junior Borah page editor Tyson White work at their computers. They are two of 40 students that switched schools and schedules on Wed. Feb. 27.

Those students with outstanding academic achievements were

recognized, certain academic programs were highlighted, and there were even several competitions during the annual academic assembly on Feb. 22. Highlighted programs performed a skit for the student body. The PTE (Professional and Technical Education) programs performed a dance from “High School Musical” and the Math department put on a Rubik’s Cube competition between the math teachers and club members. There were also skits performed by the English Department, the Debate Club, and the Drama Club. The assembly was such a big event that even Channel 7 news covered it.

Students participated in the annual Spirit Stick competition. The cheerleaders had gone to all the classes and taught each grade a different cheer. All the grades competed for the best cheer, criteria being enthusiasm and volume. The winning junior class was awarded the privilege of being excused to lunch ten minutes early. Sophomore Danielle Manning was also recognized at the Academic Assembly, for her gift of service. Since the age of 11 Manning has collected over 800 packages of diapers and over $1300 for Marian Pritchet School, which is an organization for teen moms that want to continue their

Annaliese ArmstrongStaff intern

Book bags not allowed in classrooms, bell was quieter than at Capital

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Capital’s “Academic Idols” recognized

education. Manning usually raises these donations by contacting businesses via phone or letter, and has also spoken at her church. Although raising donations is a time consuming task, Manning said it was definitely worth it.“Helping others is very rewarding, if everyone did something, there wouldn’t be as many problems,” she said. Although there were many humorous aspects of the assembly, the highlight for many students was DECA’s Make-A-Wish recipient, Karuna, who suffers from Beta-Thalassemia, a fatal blood disorder in which the body is lacking Hemoglobin protein

Assembly features three National Merit Finalists, a community service award, skits, a visit from Karuna

Beta. The current treatment involves blood transfusions every two to three weeks. Donations go to granting Karuna’s wish of meeting professional bull rider, Adriano Morae and going to his ranch. DECA advisor Sandi Wold was happy to report that Capital has succeeded in raising the $1100 needed. A crowd of students in their “Make-A-Wish” t-shirts trailed behind a cardboard horse that was carrying smiling Karuna. The audience stood up, applauded, and whistled as Karuna and her entourage made their way around the gym, she smiled and waved like a princess in a parade. “I almost cried,” said sophomore

Kayla Adamson. Video production’s Channel 77 was at the assembly to project the program via live feed onto a screen to provide the students a closer view of the activities. Collaborating with Student Council, senior Jared Jetsel created the short film “Academic Idol” starring senior Andrew Heikkila. They created this film in one day. It was shown at the assembly. Even some of the Video students got into Spirit day. Felix Schaedle, a native of Bavaria, Germany, wore his traditional, Bavarian “Lederhosen.” Schaedle clarified that this outfit is not worn daily in Bavaria but to “Beer Fests.”

Danielle reffediotr-in-Chief

Left: Karuna and a group of Capital students ride around the gym floor on a moving, plastic bull. Capital raised over $1500 for the Make a Wish foundation for her wish of meeting professional bull rider Adriano Morae and going to his ranch.

Right top: Senior Andrew Heikilla acts out the role of Presidential candidate nominee Hilary Clinton during the Academic Assembly. During one activity sophomores were picked to cheer for Clinton.

Right bottom: Drama club and class actors and actresses perform a brief skit from the production of Animal Farm. Their performance was Feb. 21-23.

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Three seniors were given National Merit Scholarship recognition at the Academic Assembly. Seniors Kelsey Humphries and Aaron Reynolds are finalists in the program. Senior Lexi Whitmore is a semifinalist. In 2006, over 1.4 million students entered the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2006 P r e l i m i n a r y S c h o l a s t i c Achievement Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Out of the 16,00 semifinalists; some 15,000 are expected to advance to the finalist level in 2008 competition. About half of the finalists are expected to win Merit Scholarship awards, and honored as Merit Scholar designees. Reynolds said, “You know it’s a really big honor to be given this award, and it’s nice

to be recognized.” Reynolds is thinking of going to American University or University of Idaho. Plaques were awarded to the students by District Superintendent Stan Olson. “I’m shy, and it was a little embarrassing to have it presented like that,” said Whitmore. Whitmore would like to go to Middlebury College to major in Japanese, and be a translator. To become a finalist , semifinalists had to meet additional standards and to fulfill several requirements. Students were to submit SAT Reasoning Test scores that confirm the PSAT/NMSQT performance and have a record of very high academic per fo rmance in co l l ege preparatory course work. S e m i f i n a l i s t s m u s t g ive in fo rmat ion abou t extracurricular activities, leadership positions, and write a self-descriptive essay. Another requirement is a school official must provide the student’s information about the school’s curricula and grading system, academic record, and characterization of the semifinalist with a written recommendation. There are 5000 sponsors. About 200 are public and

private higher educat ion i n s t i t u t i ons . The o the r, about 300, are professional associations, corporations, and company foundations. There are three types of scholarships worth about $34 million offered in 2008. One scholarship is generally between $2,500 and $5,000. It is a one-time award, but most are renewable for undergraduate study up to four years of college. This type is a corporation-sponsored scholarship. Then there are two renewable awards. The first is a fixed yearly stipend, between $1,000 and $5,000. The second is individually determined. It takes into account family financial circumstances and college costs. It provides variable stipends ranging from $500 to $10,000 per year. Only finalists who have a sponsor college for their first choice can be considered for one of about 4,600 renewable scholarships and have notified the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Universities and colleges are expected to finance about 4,600 renewable scholarships among the finalists admitted to the institution. The college will determine each recipient’s Merit Scholarship within a range of $500 up to $2,000 per year as well.

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Merit Scholarship program helps outstanding students pay for college

Capital ski teamsnowboarding at

Bogus Basin and Jackson hole

This whole winter season Bogus Basin has recieved 199 inches of snow. Currently it has 72 inches at the summit. As of Feb. 18, 2008 Bogus has sold 220,000 tickets and 13,000 season passes, making a record of sales in years.

Junior Scott Wasden catches mad air with his snowboard at Jackson Hole, Wyoming, toward the end of the season on Feb. 23.

Junior Ethan Ward makes a backside board slides on a c-rail at Bogus Basin on Feb. 16

Junior Mike Raymondi does a 270’s frontside on the picnic table, scraping powder at Bogus Basin on Feb. 16.

Junior Arthur Balluff  throws a big  tail  bonk move on a barrel at Bogus Basin on Feb. 16. 

Junior Cole Chapman does a frontside on Bogus Basin’s Flat Box with ease, on Feb. 16.

Seniors Aaron Reynolds and Lexi Whitemore stand by the speaker as they recieve Merit awards. Senior Kelsey Humphries was the third finalist but was not at the Academic Assembly to recieve the Merit award.

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FlightFriday,March14,2008

Amanda D’annaStaff writer

“NoMeansKnow”wasacampaignfortheNationalTeenDatingViolenceAwarenessWeeklastmonth.Photo By kyrA DormAn

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Everlasting bond with equal pair

From the Desk oF PrinciPal ruzicka

•March 21- End of 3rd quarter- full day •March 31- April 1- ISAT Reading- block scheduling •April 8- Career Fair •April 10- Earth Day •April 12- Golden Eagle Booster Club Annual Dinner Action 6-9p.m. at Fair Grounds •April 16-17- ISAT testing Language- block scheduling •April 23-24- ISAT testing Math- block scheduling •April 29- Best in the Nest at 7p.m. Auditorium •May 5-6- ISAT testing Science- block scheduling •May 7-9- ISAT Make ups •May 4-10- Teacher Appreciation Week •May 5-16- AP Testing •May 8- Carpalooza

A new revolution has arisen at Capital that has opened the eyes of many students about the various aspects of teen dating violence. Hallway posters spread a different message about how teenagers have the right to stand up for themselves and decided what is right and what is wrong in a relationship. Sophomore Christi Avery is

Everyone deserves to be treated with respect

Sometimes finding that best friend or perfect someone relies on a test to pair you up in an everlasting bond. When it comes to friendship, why not rely on the Data Match survey? At the start of the semester Key Club ran a test, “Data Match,” that asks student numerous questions about their personality. The results were then matched up with other students and passed them out for two dollars a piece. Key Club President and junior Anthony Loper said, “ It’s very possible to start a cool friendship… it’s always

worth a try and ends up being something fun.” While taking my own survey I was slightly humored. I was not sure how filling in bubbles would match me up with the opposite sex. I was not relying for it to find me friends. However according to data-match.com there have been many successful stories, The CBS’ “The Early Show” said Data Match was profitable and sometimes prophetic. To my surprise I found many people on my list that I already have made aqautinces with, one being English teacher, Tyler Bevis. The results were passed from Feb. 28 to Mar. 13. The two dollars each spent on the results goes to Key Club to help them with food drives and to help send students to the Key Club convention at the end of the year. “[Data Match] is interesting and surprising,” said key member senior Michelle Eide, “It shows who you are

compatible with.” But can students find true love over the survey? Senior Mitra Ajir believes it’s possible. “Of course! Data Match is where it’s at,” said Ajir, as she sold the results to passing students at lunch. Not only does the survey compare you with the most compatible results, but it also gives you the results of the people you’re least likely to be matched with. Students can win a $50 gift card to the iTunes store, American Eagle, Abercrombie and Fitch, Best Buy, Game Stop, Target, Wal-Mart, and Dick’s Sporting Goods or a $500 March Madness Super Prize. All sheets are marked with a secret code that students can enter at datamatch.com to have their name put in the drawing. Students can also be eligible win an iPod by correctly answering a riddle on the back of their result sheet. All of this can be accessed on www.data-match.com.

one of the twenty high school students that are participating in the “No Means Know” campaign through the Idaho Teen Dating Violence Advisory Council. Avery had to complete an application that was sent out around Idaho where she had to state why she would be a good candidate based on her leadership skills. “No Means Know” is a good way to make teens aware of the violence that can be between a boyfriend and a girlfriend,” said sophomore Jenna Cacchillo. Cacchillo has never been in an abusive relationship, let alone known someone who has been in one. But she still respects the fact that real high school kids take time out of their lives to enlighten other teenagers about relationship violence. The council sponsored activities during National Teen

Dating Violence Awareness Week in February. There was a free showing of the movie “Juno” on Feb. 23 at The Flicks to put into perspective and discuss the positive and negative affects of teenage pregnancy. “Along with teen dating violence, teenage pregnancy also brings up a big controversy. I think the showing of Juno stated the fact of the real life hardships that can happen if you’re not being safe,” said Cacchillo. Dating violence can be a hard problem to face, but studies have shown that 40% of teenagers, aging from 14 to 17, report knowing someone their age who has been hit or beaten by a boyfriend “No Means Know” is a safe and knowledgeable way to face the facts about teen dating violence, not only students within Capital, but all young teenagers.

Alex Jonesentertainment editor

Speak up! People will listen

Capital matches up

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Arts Editors: Megan Wood and Danielle Reff 4      Friday, March 14, 2008  Flight 

On February 29, twenty-three students from Mrs. Ruxton/Mrs.Baker’s sophomore English classes took the stage for an exhilarating evening of poetry performance.Representatives from each class period were selected to perform their original works in the Eagle’s Nest before an audience of classmates, parents, and friends.

Nicole McMillan

Colton GrangeKayla Alder

Ryan Peterson

Clinton Bounds

Junior Chaz Eyre

Rebecca Honsinger

Matt Hurt

Tawni Young Amy Atkinson Cassie HarrisMelanie Black

Stephen Maier

Rebecca Honsinger

Laura Hansen

Aaron Lombard-Bloom

Sheradon Magee

Not pictured:Ariel Gagnon, Tricia Zarate, Michael Reynolds, Justin Macaw, Megan Wood, Scott Garver, and Austin Abromeit.

Sophomore poets “slam” their competitors

Scott Garver

Kayla Alder

Laura Hansen

Poetry Slam winners

First PlaceRyan Peterson

“Life is Dysfunctional”

Second PlaceJunior Chaz Eyre

Untitled poem

Third PlaceTawni Young

“Where the Blame Falls”

Audience Choice Award Kayla Alder

“I Need a Beat”

Photos by Megan Wood

EntErtainmEntEditor: Alex Jones 5          Friday, March  14, 2008Flight 

The Reviews

Michael Neal Staff Writer

Picture Perfect

The Mercenary of planeT zi

By ryan MarTinez - Chapter 4: A Favor-

Masking Orwell’s Fable

Cast members of “Animal Farm,” the latest production of the Capital High Drama Club, stand outside the gym waiting to enter during the Academic Assembly. The cast gave a small preview of the play by singing a song from the chilling musical. 

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“White Devil, Black Metal”

Photo By Vicki FraNcis

A step towards timeless inspiration

Dark, grim, cold, misanthropic noise. �n�l�enced ��� �lack�n�l�enced ��� �lack Metal greats s�ch as ��rz�m, (earl��) Darkthrone, Graveland and Gorgoroth; this one man �lack Metal project �rom so�thern Cali�ornia deserves to �e hailed ��� the a�orementioned Norwegian Metal gods and praised ��� all �ans o� the genre. Leviathan consists solel�� o� Wrest who writes, per�orms and records ever�� aspect o� his m�sic. From the rolling, seemingl�� trance-ind�ced dr�mming to the eerie (��et �ea�ti��l) t�ned-down g�itars, and the tort�red, o�ten indeciphera�le vocals. This man creates some o� the most power��l �lack Metal in America (where the genre is rare and sadl�� disappointing) and a�road, s�ch as in Norwa�� where the m�sic thrives in its �ndergro�nd scene. Tho�gh not Wrest’s newest al��m, Verräter (German

�or “traitor”) is an amazing compilation o� his earlier works, circa 1998-2002. The album is a two-disk set. The first CD is entitled Schaden�re�de (German word meaning to la�gh at a person’s pain.) The second disk is entitled Krankheit, (“Disease.”) The entire collection consists o� twent��-two songs with a r�nning time o� nearl�� 2.5 ho�rs o� �nrelenting Metal. Songs s�ch as “Co�rtship o� the discarded” �rom the Schaden�re�de CD �oast some o� the most gr�eling and evil ri��s ever written. With scathing high-pitched vocals intermixed with dilapidated moans that give the listener the sense that he has simpl�� given �p all hope. Tho�gh depressive and grim thro�gho�t, the al��m is not j�st mindless violence and hate, ��t rather a congregation o� so�nds per�ectl�� �lended together to reflect this man’s sorrow. The song “O� hive and the ha�nted sea” also �rom

Schaden�re�de, is a �ea�ti��ll�� woven tapestr�� o� his �inest g�itar work. The l��rics are intelligent and deep. Krankeit is a collection o� Wrest’s earliest ��ears, when he was still learning to record on his (then) 4-track. �oth Schaden�re�de and Krankheit are intentionall�� Lo-Fi, ��t Krankheit’s so�nd levels can var�� drasticall��, despite �eing mastered to make the so�nds more even. The entire al��m is �nder-prod�ced, (Deli�eratel�� so, as that is the am�ient st��le) th�sl��, the al��m is an overall acq�ired taste. The m�sic reveals a depressive mirror within yourself, reflecting his torment. Yo� can act�all�� �eel his s���ering dripping �rom the speakers; it encircles ��o� and allows ��o� to see li�e as he sees it.As the sa��ing goes, all great art is made �rom s���ering and Wrest em�odies this to the ��llest.

There have alwa��s �een writers who have p�t their tho�ghts and inspirations down onto paper; making the words timeless. The Writer’s G�ild has �een �ormed so that st�dents can come and do the same; express their own views and ideas, share their work, and critiq�e their writing. “The p�rpose o� Writer’s G�ild is �or people to come and to share their writing,” said English teacher Pa�la Uriarte, “Yo� don’t have to �e exceptionall�� good on writing to join.” Ever�� Wednesda�� Writer’s G�ild mem�ers meet in room 229 at l�nchtime. Starting with a prompt on the �oard the�� start writing down ideas

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or share their work related to the prompt. A�terwards, the�� disc�ss and critiq�e each other’s work while sharing material that needs more editing. “�t’s a reall�� cool cl�� to join,” said j�nior Emil�� Fisher. “�t’s a good wa�� to get inspired.” The�� have prompts that start o�� a stor�� or an idea. Members finish their version o� the prompt and then share endings. On Fe�.. 28 the prompt was a�o�t an occ�rrence o� a ha�nting or o� a ghost. Uriarte comes �p with di��erent prompts that provide a wa�� o� engaging st�dent’s tho�ghts, opinions, and creativeness. “� think its good �or people to join,” said Andrew Heikk�la, another mem�er o� the cl��, “Yo� step o�t o� ��o�r �ox and meet di��erent people.” Each meeting is di��erent. Ever��one is engaged and

express their tho�ghts a�o�t how to improve certain works the�� have done. There was a Writer’s Cl�� esta�lished in 1999 �nder Engl ish teacher Cla�dia Gerhardt. �e�ore she retired, Gerhardt le�t this cl�� �nder English Teacher Uriarte . However, last ��ear there was no Writer’s Cl�� �ntil a creative writing class inspired it to come �ack again. �ack in earl�� Jan�ar��, Uriarte had register �orms �or an�� artist or writers to s��mit their work to �e p��lished in Valley Visions. Capital had 127 st�dents writing and photos s��mitted, showing that there is talent here. Now, Uriarte has �ro�ght �ack the Writer’s G�ild so st�dents can have the opport�nit�� to come in and to share their work. “Writing is a �orm o� creation,” said senior Heikk�la, “The�� are ��o�r words to create new things.”

Photo By Jo Peralta

Continued from the February Issue When we last le�t o�r heroes the�� had j�st taken o�t the �andits that were holding an Organoid hostage. The �andits and there Zoids were on the gro�nd o�t o� commission now and Thomas walked �p to introd�ce himsel� to the Organoid. Shaking one o� the Organoids hands he said: “Nice to meet ��o� Mr. Organoid; m�� names Thomas Jensen mercenar��, � have �een ��o�r resc�er toda�� it seems.” The Organoid stared �ack at the ��o�ng man in total dis�elie� �or a while �e�ore �inall�� responding mentall��. “Hello, � am Takine. Thank ��o� �oth �or helping, tho�gh might � ask wh�� ��o� did?” Thomas smiled �or a moment and then looked �ack at the �andits he and his partner had j�st taken o�t. “Well, it didn’t look like ��o� were having a ver�� good time with them and we didn’t have an��thing �etter to do. We’re act�all�� s�pposed to �e locating an escaped criminal ��t at this point � do��t we’ll �ind him. Tho�gh ma���e � can t�rn that lot in to the militar�� �or some mone��.” The mercenar�� said pointing �ack to the �nconscio�s �andits and their Zoids. “Unless ��o� have a pro�lem with that Mr. Takine.” The Organoid shook his head wildl�� the�� were o� no concern o� his

whatsoever. Thomas nodded and went over to his Zoid and took o�t some rope and �egan to tie the man and women �p; ��t d�ring this he noticed a s��m�ol on one o� the Zoids sho�lders and �ecame o�vio�sl�� concerned. “Now, we have a pro�lem, a reall�� �ig pro�lem. Seems these g���s weren’t exactl�� �andits and � am ver�� thank��l � got ��o� awa�� �rom them.” Takine was o�vio�sl�� con��sed ��� Thomas’s remark and was a�o�t to ask what he meant when Thomas contin�ed. “These two work �or a ver�� power��l terrorist organization � have �een tr��ing to stop �or a while now. � �et the�� were planning to take ��o� �ack to their �ase and �ltimatel�� �se ��o� �or who knows what kind o� experiments.” Takine went �rom a look o� con��sion to a look o� �ear at his resc�ers explanation. Then he asked: “Do ��o� think the�� might do the same to a Zoidian?” Thomas sighed, shaking his head. “This is j�st going to keep getting �etter and �etter isn’t? Yes the�� pro�a�l�� wo�ld � can imagine the�� wo�ld do a lot o� ver�� �npleasant tests and experiments and who knows what else. So where exactl�� is ��o�r Zoidian partner?” Takine looked like he was a�o�t read�� to loose it at this point and take o�� r�nning, ��t he managed to p�ll himsel� together and answer. “The last time � saw her she was still in her stasis pod in a

cave on the mo�ntain ��o� know as �selina.” Thomas looked �ack to his mechanical partner she was standing g�ard over the other two Zoids in case the�� came �ack on line. “Yo� getting all o� this?” He asked her, she nodded her head in repl�� he did the same. “Then ��o� know what we’re going to have to do.” The red and metal mecha sighed and her head drooped. “Yes, it means we’ll have to change o�r names so the�� don’t �ind �s. So what am � going to �e this time?” Thomas stopped and tho�ght a�o�t it �or a moment and then said, “Well � was thinking o� something like H��ane. What do ��o� think o� that?” The newl�� named Zoid sighed and shook her head. “Fine, � am not exactl�� thrilled ��� it ��t � know we don’t have an�� other option here.” Takine listened to the conversation �etween h�man and Zoid in con��sion. “Yo� two have to deal with these people �e�ore?” Thomas and H��ane looked over at him the�� had almost �orgotten he was there; Thomas smiled a meek smile. “Yes, we’re q�ite �amiliar with their gro�p; the two o� �s have had to change o�r names several times �eca�se o� them. A�ter a while ��o� j�st get �sed to it. � am going to call the militar�� to pick these g���s �p and then we can go to �selina to save ��o�r �riend.” Takine’s jaw dropped.To be continued in our Apr. Issue...

Senior Kate Keenan, junior Emily Fisher, and junior Ashley Howell attend the Writers’ Guild. The group, which was created to encourage students to write about their thoughts and express their views, critiqued their work on Wed. Feb. 27. 

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SportSFriday, March 14, 2008Flight

Editor: Khris Kohlmeier6

Track and f ield working hard to beat r ival in the seasons f irs t meet

Danielle ReffEditor in chiEf

Cheerleaders dance into first place

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Runners and jumpers practice for Mar. 14 meet

The Varsity cheerleading team celebrates after taking first place in the Co-Ed Large Division at the Treasure Valley Invitational Cheer Copetition on Mar. 1.

An unexpected win gives confidence to team

amanda D’anna/khris kohlmeierStaff writEr/SportS Editor

Cheer and clap for Capital Cheerleaders winning their first competition of the tournament season. It was at the Treasure Valley Invitational on Feb. 23 at Eagle High. The first competition of the season is a big deal because it shows how hard the team has been working, everyday in their 6th period class, and after school, often until 4 or 4:30. “They hit all of their stunts and it was good because even with a few new girls, they pulled it off very well. We were hoping to win, but didn’t expect it at all,” said co-advisor Krista Embysk. Practicing two hours a day, everyday, the dances and cheers were clean and precise. Something that came as no surprise to the girls. “I am so proud of this squad. What people don’t realize is that we are an all-yearlong team. These girls give a lot of time commitment and work so hard,” said Embysk. “They hit all of their stunts and it was good because even with a few new girls, they pulled it off very well. We were hoping to win, but didn’t expect it at all.”-Krista Embysk

Varsity cheerleader, junior Rachael Thurman has been cheering for Capital for two years and was ecstatic about winning the competition. “It was exciting because we weren’t expecting it and my

favorite part was that all my stunts hit. The only thing that was difficult for me was flying and I think for the squad was that we got new girls after the first semester. We pulled it together pretty well in such a short amount of time,” said junior Rachel Thurman. A win of this magnitude and clabber means, “a boost of confidence for them [the cheerleaders]. We definitely have areas to work on but we’re confident for the next competitions. It reinforces the girls that they’re a team!” said Embysk. Thurman said, “You have to be passionate about cheerleading

and having a bond with the other girls is something you won’t find in any other sport.” “The only thing that was difficult for me was flying and I think for the squad was that we got new girls after the first semester. We pulled it together pretty well in such a short amount of time.”-Rachel Thurman

The team was supposed to compete at the Universal

Cheerleaders Association Competition on Mar. 8 at Eagle High School, but had to pull out at the last moment because of some bumps and bruises, but nothing to serious. “We had to scratch a competition on this Saturday [Mar. 8]. Now with numerous girls with nagging injuries, and new injuries, it made sense to use this time to heal and rest those issues and concentrate on the big competition,” said Embysk. While there was some disappointment that the team couldn’t compete, the girls understood the decision, and appreciated the rest.

“I wanted to compete. We just couldn’t do it. With the rest I’m hoping that we will be even better prepared for State” said Thurman. The team will compete at the State meet on Mar. 22, at the Idaho Center. “I’m excited to being going to State, I think we can build on the success we had at the last meet,” said Thurman. With one success under their belt the team is expecting to compete well in the event. “I think we should great at State, but cheerleading is difficult and anything could happen out there ,” sa id Thurman.

Sophomore Marie Smith jumps a hurtle in practice on Mar. 6 in preparation of her first high school meet. The Varsity track team is preparing for their first meet of the season against Capital’s rival the Borah Lions.

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Baseball and softball hi t the diamond in anticipation of big seasons

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Junior Brad Reid takes a ball on Mar. 6 in the Varsity baseball season opener against the Timberline Wolves. The team would fall 15-3. The next day they would go on the raod to Timberline and lose 18-1.

Grade: 12

Sport: Wrestling

Years wrestling: 6 years

Hours dedicated to wrestling per week: 15

Loves wrestling because: “It’s challenging and competitive.”

Favorite opponent: “Jaron Hathaway.”

Benefits from wrestling: “You get in shape, and you get to hang out with really awesome people.” College plan: “I hope to wrestle at a national level.”

Difficulty level: “It’s over 9000!”

Activities outside of school involving wrestling: “Club wrestling.”

One word to describe wrestling: “Mental.”

annallese armstrongStaff writEr

Athlete of the Month

Seth Untereher

It’s officially springtime, or close enough, and once again it’s time to pull out the dusty cleats and brush off the bases because Capital baseball and softball are finally underway. Varsity baseball head coach Jerry Hollow is entering his twentieth year as a baseball coach and his sixth year as Capital head coach. “In this upcoming season we are looking forward to coming together as a competitive baseball team,” said Hollow. Varsity catcher junior Jarel Lewis has been playing baseball for about 12 years and has high

Eager for the new year, teams anticipate success and expect hard work

hopes for the season to come. “I think my team is going to excel this season because we have a lot of potential since most of our guys have been playing for a while, but then again we have a lot of younger players that will be a strong asset to the team. They just have to step it up,” said Lewis. On the girl’s side leading the Capital softball team this year will be two familiar faces in two unfamiliar roles. Shane and Kara Alder, husband and wife and Capital’s Security Officer and Attendance Secretary are now taking on the roles of dual head coaches of the softball team. “I love our coaches, they are tough on us, but they also know so much and so supportive. They are the great,” said returning sophomore middle-infielder Laura Hansen. After a rebuilding season last year the team is rested and ready for the trials and tribulations of the season that awaits them.

“Last year was a learning experience for a lot of us. This year I think we should be more competitive. We have experience now,” said Hansen. After try outs at the end of February the team had only a few precious weeks to prepare for the season. Practicing every day for close to three hours the girls are working hard to improve in some key areas. “We are a little weak in hitting, but we work at it with the coached everyday in the cages, and I can see definite improvement,” said senior first-basemen Madeline Mocettini. The team put this hard work to use on Mar. 3 taking on Emmett in their season opener beating Emmett 4-1 at Emmett. The team will need to play well if they hope to accomplish their self-imposed and lofty season goal. “As a team we have a goal of making it to State. We were close last year and we have a good shot this year,” said Mocettini.

In addition to having five new freshman joining their ranks, track and field have two new coaches. Throwing coach Jenn Broncheau was a state discus winner in 2001, her senior year at Capital High School. She graduated from North Idaho College, where she was national runner up in the weight throw. Later she threw for the University of Idaho (UI). She won the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) championships in the hammer throw in 2006. After that, in

2007 she coached throwers at the UI. High jump coach Kathryn Guerrero currently works at Capital as a P.E. instructor. Previously, she assis ted coaching cross country for two years on the island of Saipan and then assisted coaching in sprints, distance, jumps and hurdles at Ontario High School for two years. Capital’s first meet will be on Mar. 14 against Borah. For this event, they practice daily from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 22 was their first official practice. They must go to ten practices before entering any of the seven or eight meets. Before this official practice they conditioned inside the school, working on endurance training. Senior Sean Nelson said, “[Endurance training] really works you out.”

Nelson participates in the pole vault, long jump, 4 x 2, and 200. His personal record last year was 12 feet in the pole vault. Several forsee their first meet as a success.Junior Sam Nielson competes in 300 hurdles, triple jump, and the high jump.She said, “We have a lot of potential. I’m really excited for it.”“I think I’ll do pretty well. I’ll try to do 12,” Nelson said.Senior thrower Brad Manning said, “I’m really excited. I think people will make marks that they didn’t think they would.” Some are already focused on the state competition. Sophomore Kasen Covington is a triple jumper and does the 400. Last year he got 2nd in the triple jump. Covington said it’s basically “a that guarantee that I’ll win state.”

edina macicStaff writEr

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Ski & Snowboard command Dotty Clark

Athlete of the Month

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Megan Woodarts editorKanecia Odomsports editor

Khris Kohlmeiersports editor

Irish prince of endurance ascends to throne

Friday, March 14, 2008

After 23 years, head CC coach steps down, leaving all to assistant

Former Head Coach Rob Parsons (second from right) and the new Head Coach John Doherty (far right) stand with the CC runners who took state in 2004. flight file phOtO

Junior Sam Reagle (middle) stands on the block after winning first place in Snowboard Expert, sophomore Eric Siegrist (left) won second place in Snowboard Expert and senior Ryan Evans won third place at the Dotty Clark Championship race at Bogus Basin on Feb. 14.

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Dancers claim multiple first place titles

danielle reff editor-in-chief

Grade: 10

Sport: Basketball

Years playing: 11 years

Hours dedicated to sport per week: 12 hours

Loves playing because: “ I get to spend time with the ‘family’”

Favorite Opponent: Borah

Benefits from playing: getting in shape

College Plan: ISU

Difficulty Level: Hard

Activities outside of school that involve Basketball: Summer League

One word to describe basketball: Exhilarating

For the past five years Assistant Cross Country Coach John Doherty has been a steadfast number two to Head Coach Rob Parsons, but next fall will bring more than just a changing of the leaves, as Doherty takes control as

head coach in the wake of Parson’s coaching retirement. “I’m very excited to be taking over. There will be increased responsibility and there will be significantly more pressure, but I look forward to it all,” said Doherty, a Biology teacher at Capital. Returning players are comforted by the fact they will have a familiar face taking over as head coach. “Doherty is a good coach, I’m excited to have him leading our team next year,” said junior runner Matthew Koob. Ascending to the new position, Doherty is not intending to dismantle the program that

Parsons has built over the past 23 years taking Capital from an unknown entity in Cross Country to State Champions. “Mr. Parsons was a great coach and the legacy he is leaving behind is a great one. I intend to keep the same hard-work ethic he promoted, and continue the many traditions he started,” said Doherty. The decision to step down was not an easy one for Parsons, who has spent a good deal of his teaching career as a Cross Country coach. “I’ve spent 23 years working with athletes and the decision was not one made in haste. In the end though I think now

is the most appropriate time. Mr. Doherty is a great guy and knowing I’m leaving the program in his hands is the right thing to do,” said Parsons. Parsons took over the team back in the late 80’s. At the time Capital Cross Country wasn’t a major player. The team was without uniforms, and had very little success of any kind since the early 80’s for the girls and the late 70’s for boys. In his tenure Parsons would almost single handedly transform the infant program into the annual contender it is today. “I’ve spent a lot of time working for that team. From

late June through December I would spend 30-40 hours a week devoted to Cross Country business. I’ll definitely miss it but I’m looking forward to doing new things,” said Parsons. With all of his newly found free time, Parsons has a long list of things to do. “I’m looking forward to spending more time with my family. I’ve been a ghost to them June through December, I can spend more time with students, but most of all I’m looking forward to going to Art in the Park for the first time in 23 years,” said Parsons.

Golden Girls get first place in Kick, Pom and Novelty competitions

The Capi ta l Ski and Snowboard team dominated the Dotty Clark race at Bogus Basin Ski Resort on Feb. 14. Capital had two “Kings of the Mountain” and top medals in almost every competition. Out of the 104 club members who signed up, 80 students raced at least three times and qualified for the Dotty Clark Championship race.

Capital dominated other teams and six-time defending champ Bishop Kelly

Dallas Thomason and Sam Reagle were the two “Kings,” with Thomason taking first in Ski Expert by two seconds, winning a pair of skis. Reagle took first in Snowboard Expert by 3.5 seconds, winning a snowboard as well. For the snowboarding competition Capital had 11 of the top 20 finishers in Male Snowboard Expert. In Snowboard Expert, sophomore Eric Siegrist took second place, senior Ryan Evans took third, and junior Scott Wasden took fourth. For girls’ snowboarding, Katie Andrews took third in Snowboard Expert and Raelee Miller took fourth. In Intermediate, junior Sophia Dinneen won first. In Novice, junior Megan Heller won first, sophomore Sarah Hoffman received second, junior Taylor

Year after year the sound of dancers downstairs in the gym has only meant one thing: trophies. This year, with a group of eight new team members and five returning members they have already shown their skills. Their most recent competition was the Pacific Northwest Competition (PNW) on March 7-8. They received first in small dance, kick, and novelty.

They took second in military and pom; and third in large dance. Junior Caralice May placed second in the 5A solo competition. Their first competition was Idaho Showcase invitational (ISI) on Feb. 10. May placed first in the drill down and received fifth place in the 5A Solo competition. Senior Michelle Eide placed 6th in the solo competition. Overall, the group received second places in large dance and kick; and third in military, small dance, and prop. Their second competition was in Payette on March 1. They took first in kick, pom and novelty. Also, they placed 2nd in military, dance and small dance. May won the Drill Down and placed 2nd in the 5A solo competition. Eide placed

5th in the solo competition.State competitions are on March 22, and if fate plays well, the Nationals on March 29-30 in Fort Worth, Texas. Coach Julie Stevens said, “I feel they are doing very well. Even though they get tired and complain at times, they are learning so much that it is really amazing. I hope that the student body will come out and support them at their competitions this year.” With several new and returning members, there is an initial reaction to worry. “I think they are doing extremely well and they are a hard working group of young ladies,” said Stevens. Junior returning dancer Christina Salazar said, “I think we’re making a lot of progress. We have a great coach.” Those at boy and girls basketball

games have opportunities to watch them perform, as well as at assemblies. Each year the Golden Girls have a variety of girls that lead the pack. Returning dancer Caralice May is their captain, treasurer and historian; Salazar is the motivational leader; and junior Hailey Shepard and junior and returning dancer Shannon McGarvie plan birthdays and parties. Caralice said as a captain she has to do “pretty much everything.” When the coach isn’t there she teaches the girls, keeps the money straight for Nationals, takes care of planning, and makes sure everyone gets where they need to be skill and move-wise. “We’ve improved a lot since the beginning of the year.

Last year’s team was stronger during routines. I think we’ll get close to that this year,” said McGarvie. Dance class starts at 6AM and ends at 8:15AM. They are also required to take on an extra dance technique class once a week. They perform at basketball games and assemblies. Dance routines included military, large dance, small dance, pom, high kick and the possibility of a novelty. This year the coach has chosen baseball as a potential for the novelty dance. They will have to wear baseball outfits while holding select props. As of now, they’ve only heard the music for it. Several students feel the group has improved over the year.

Boland took third, Arturo Ochoa took fourth. In Ski novice, Carrie Klocke scored second. Coach Michael O’laughlin said, “We won five of six Saturday races after not winning one for five years.” To win Dotty Clark there are several different methods of earning points. One can receive two points for finishing a race, one for disqualifying, four for fourth place, six for third, eight for 2nd, and ten for first place. The Eco Lounge donated skis and snowboards for the winners. The end of year trip was held in Jackson Hole, Wyoming during Presidents’ day weekend. Next year the team is traveling to Lake Tahoe, California and is going to Heavenly and Kirkwood to shred some new snow.

annaliese armstrongJournalism intern

OpiniOn8  Editor: Angel Snodgrass

ONE SIMPLE QUESTIONDoes love have an age? Why or why not?

“It depends on the type of love. People change as they get older; and so does the way they think and feel about things.”

Sophomore Shelby Richins

Flight    Friday, March 14, 2008 

“It depends. There is a point when it gets weird. But that point is not reached if it is true love.”

Junior Michael Franks

“No, because age is just a number, and age shouldn’t be the determine factor of a relationship.”

SeniorAlen Tucakovic

“No. Age is irrelevant.”

Kristin BothwellEnglish Teacher

Creational intent is fueled by trends and money

Letters to the editor Teen pregnancy and Journalist Mistake

Michael NealStaff writer

Does love really have an age limit?

I am writing in response to the article, “See pregnancy through her eyes.” Now I am not being judgmental, because I was a pregnant teen. I was 16 when I had my daughter. Yes, I got pointed at and whispered about. I still get the looks when I tell people that my daughter is 17. Do I get mad at them for their reactions? No. Should they give me a break? No. Now I know what you all are thinking, “Of all the people in the world that would understand it would be me.” Now I have two explanations.    My first explanation  is, we live in a world where everyone is judged on the way they look,

or dress, and act, so much so when you are a teen. Is it right? No. Just like is it right to point at or whisper about someone that is heavy set, or looks, or dresses different? No. So why not get upset or side with pregnant teens? Because it was their choice to say no. Just like it was my choice to say no and didn’t. I know that the pregnant girls are going to say that your boyfriend said stuff and you gave in. So did mine. He promised me that if anything happened; he would always be there or if I didn’t; he was going to break up with me. He left me two months after I found out that I was pregnant. I haven’t seen him since. I haven’t even gotten child support. Do I ask for a break or pity? No I don’t. Like I said it was my choice and know one else’s.

My second explanation is, we also are living in a time that it doesn’t help when the movies and the media are making it ok to be a pregnant teen. They are making it look like if you get pregnant you will get a Best Picture nomination or a million dollars. That is only in a world that is not true to real life. Now I have not seen the “Juno” movie. So if you all want to say that I need to watch it, you can. It doesn’t change the fact that it was up for Best Picture, and young girls are going to look at it as if they get pregnant that they will get a movie made about them. Or if they get pregnant they can sell their story to a magazine and get a million dollars. That does not happen in real life, and I am very concerned that her parents are getting her money for this and she is showing our children

that it’s ok. I have always told my daughter that if a guy really loves her, he would wait until they are older and they can handle a pregnancy. Now, I know that she will do what she thinks is right for her. I just hope she listens to me and does the right thing, and not what the media, or movies think she needs to know. Now I know that I am not the parent of every teen, and it’s not up to me to tell everyone how to live their lives. Neither is the media or the movie. If you are a teen that got pregnant by your boyfriend and you are out in public and you see people pointing and whispering just remember it’s in everyone’s nature to do so. I hope all the best for you. Honestly you will have a hard road ahead. Mrs. Ellis

A look through a mother’s eyes

Love is a very broad topic and everyone’s opinion is different. There are many types of love but the kind of love someone shares for a significant other is the best feeling in the world, it’s literally an indescribable feeling, nothing could ever replace it! Most people will not understand the way others feel for each other but all that matters is that the couple does. I have been told countless times the I’m too young to love and I can’t explain how much I disagree, and love is something no one can control. What is the difference if someone falls in love at age 16 opposed to age 25? Junior Jordan Myers says, “the difference is only positive because, when you’re younger you grow together and learn more about each other and b e c o m e c l o s e r t h r o u g h experiences.” I’m not saying someone marry the first person they fall in love with, but who’s to tell someone that they won’t? All that should

matter is that they make each other happy and no one should be able to take that away from another. Life is short so make sure it’s lived the way it should be lived. Don’t let what other people say stand in your way if a guy or girl is meant for someone, and only them, if they’re the only person that can make your stomach flutter with butterflies, if the mention of their name makes one smile, if they’re your prince charming or princess don’t let anyone take that away. It’s your life only that person can decide who’s going to be a part of it. Everyone experiences love even if it’s for your family, pets, or friends. But love for a significant other is a much stronger and overwhelming f e e l i n g t h a t s h o u l d b e experienced by everyone. Myers says, “Everyone should be able to feel the feeling of true love for a boyfriend or girlfriend. It gives you a sense of being wanted, accepted and not being alone. I’m sure everyone’s felt that way by your friends and family, but feeling that way from a significant other is a completely different and better feeling.” Statistics say that 59.1 percent of people marry their high school sweetheart. That just shows that falling in love now can go somewhere, it may not always turn out that way and may not end up the way planned but we all know

the quote “ It’s better to have loved and lost then to not have loved at all.” Myers says “I think it’s definitely to be with your high school sweetheart forever. You just can’t give up, you have to be 100 percent committed and

truly believe there isn’t one person out there that would be better for you. It might take a lot of work, but in the end it’s most definitely worth it.” While reading this I’m sure there was a person that popped in your head and couldn’t stop

thinking about. Don’t ignore it, and let what a lot of people say “You’re too young to love,” get in the way of yourself and that special someone. Nobody has the right to tell anybody how to feel about someone else. Love is something you can’t

control. And if you hold back it could be the biggest mistake of your life. So go out on a limb and who knows maybe you’ll end up with that person forever. Life is unpredictable but don’t let other people live your life for you.

Heathur ReeceStaff Writer

Dear Editor,Not with the intention to sound irritable, but I would just like to make mention of some slight incompetence in the Flight staff. I’ve noticed over the 3 years I’ve attended the school that a lot of mistakes get made in the Flight. A great percentage of the students’ names are misspelled, and I can imagine that it gets irritating. I know I become disgruntled when people misspell or mispronounce my name. Also, there seems to be a great neglect for some accuracy in student information. In reference, for instance to the last issue. It’s great to gain some recognition for being the first female on the wrestling team, but I’d like to point out that I am a Senior

this year, NOT a sophomore. Apologies if I sound rude, but as mentioned before, that kind of thing can get irritating. Case in point, I think a lot of people would like a bit more accuracy in our school paper. After all, you’d think we’d take pride in our school. So why should we take any less in our school paper?

Where’s the spelling?

Is art now merely carrion? That which once fed creativity and freethinking, now barely assuages the hunger pains of thought and ideas. Vermin devour self-expression. Vultures feast upon the vague remnants of original creation. Mindless sheep graze in desolate, empty plains of conformity. The strong winds that once was art, has swiftly dissipated.

It has blown through the fingers of society, giving us brilliant works of art, and just as quickly as it had come, it escaped our grasp. It tantalized our senses, and then seemingly deteriorated into nothingness. Be it through music, poetry, literature, sketching or paintings; art has become an ancient relic, and presumably (unless acted upon by the sparse artists that still contribute to true creativity) the columns and pillars that support society’s thought, will surely crumble under the massive weight of its blandness and redundancy. Has marketing and money become the sole purpose of creation these days? The creational intent of art has drastically changed throughout the years. Thoughts and ideas were once

congregated together in various forms for the sheer pleasure and enjoyment of it, but now are produced for financial benefits. When a man fell in love, he use to write his thoughts in artistic ways such as poetry or novels (be it serenading intent or otherwise) but now sends his love short anagrams via cellular phone or email. He would never even read a novel, let alone write one. Classic literature and poetry is now (sadly) forced upon students in high school. They see it as a punishment that they must read these works of art, when in actuality (if they would just open their minds and step out of social norms) I am sure they would appreciate them. Authors such as Charles

Baudelaire, a nineteenth century French poet has written some of  the most  influential  poems in history, though is widely ignored in this wasteland of unintelligence. Among his more famous works is a volume of poetry entitled “Les Fleurs du mal” (The flowers of evil) in the poem “Au lecteur” (“To the Reader”) that prefaces “Les Fleurs du mal” Baudelaire accuses his readers of hypocrisy and being as guilty of sin as himself. Baudelaire, his publisher and printer were all successfully prosecuted for these lines of the poem:“…If rape or arson, poison, or the knifeHas wove no pleasing patterns in the stuffOf this drab canvas we accept

as lifeIt is because we are not bold enough!” It is somewhat eerie to me how true these words ring. Charles Baudelaire was true to his art; he unleashed a whirlwind of words, pouring his heart and soul through the ink of his pen, something very few artists can achieve these days. These poems have lasted cen tu r i e s , bu t a r e now succumbed to neglect by our society. Other poets and authors works have also gone unread by today’s youths. H.P Lovecraft, Lord Byron, Edger Allan Poe, and especially William Shakespeare have all gone unjustly ignored. Books like “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville or “A Tale of Two Cities” by Charles

Dickens and Goethe’s “Faust” are all amazing examples of classic literature, but they are all overlooked. Replaced by books such as “Harry Potter”, or “Twilight”. These books are, (in my opinion) very bland and redundant, producing common themes like teenaged vampires or witches. Music was once created to reflect the artist’s deepest feelings, or for the enjoyment of the audience and performers alike. Though now it seems creation (through any medium) is produced solely for monetary awards. It is curious to me, whether people actually enjoy this century’s “art” or if they are simply following the herd of sheep that is society. Perhaps my views on art are a bit pedantic, but this is how I see it.