PC girls make 2012 Tulip Court

Issue No. 1
Staff
Editors: Jalissa Morgan, Stephen Dykstra
Junior editors: Allie Groenenboom,
Vanessa Blankespoor, Delaney Dugger
Journalists:
Seniors: Jordan Rossler, Kylie Lamb,
Miranda Spurgeon, Tyler Sajdak, Cali
Vink, Jenna Horstman, Krista Fopma,
Shelby Nikkel, Zach Van Wyk, Amber
Attema, Keegan Van Maanen, Kate Van
Gilst
Sophomores: Leslie Pence
Freshmen: Damarus Worthington
Advisor: Noreen Vander Wal
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November 8, 2011
PC girls make 2012 Tulip Court
by Kylie Lamb
kyllam12@pceagles.org
PC seniors Taylor Van Woerkom and Alexa Zylstra were
pronounced members of the 2012 Tulip Court, with Zylstra
being named 2012 Tulip Queen. Rounding out the court are
Pella High seniors Kelly Anderson, Hanna Martin, and Sarah
Van Maanen.
The 12 girls chosen as candidates for the 2012 Tulip
Court gathered for the announcement party held on Monday,
October 24, at the Pella High School auditorium. They
displayed their charm and talent as they took the stage and
entertained the judges with singing, dancing and public
speaking. Van Woerkom impressed the judges with a speech,
and Zylstra presented a speech along with a solo.
Other candidates included PC seniors Jalissa Morgan and
Leah Vander Hart, and Pella High seniors Jessica Boertje,
Kourtney De Vos, Alisha Maasdam, Angela Nelson, and
Rachel Wilborne.
“I had a great experience preparing for the Queen’s
Announcement Party,” said Morgan. “I learned a lot about
myself and time management. I am so honored that the
community chose me as one of the top 12, and I had a
wonderful time getting to know all the girls.”
Though the 12 did not have a lot of time to get to know each
other, chemistry was formed between them as they all had the
same passion. “I couldn’t believe how well all the 12 girls got
along together,” said Zylstra.
The girls on the court look forward to representing Pella this
spring and going about their duties. “I am honored to have the
opportunity to be a part of the court. I can’t wait for it all to begin
and make so many memories along the way,” said Van Woerkom.
The 2012 Tulip Court reacts to Alexa Zylstra’s being named Pella’s
new Tulip Queen. Also on the court are (from left) Pella High’s
Sarah Van Maanen, PC’s Taylor Van Woerkom, Pella Highs’s Kelly
Anderson, Zylstra and Pella High’s Hanna Martin.
Volleyball team supports Turnbull family Iowa participates in
Healthiest State Initiative
by Cali Vink
calvin12@pceagles.org
Stella Turnbull, four-year-old
daughter of Travis and Sarah
Turnbull of Sully, was diagnosed
with SMA, Spinal Muscular
Atrophy, when she was one month
old. Stella is nothing short of
a miracle, having been given a
prognosis of “weeks or months” to
live. Stella’s name appropriately
means “star,” and that is just what
she is, a light to all of those who
know her.
SMA is a motor neuron disease
and is much like ALS/Lou Gehrig’s
Disease in adults. It affects the
voluntary muscles for activities
such as crawling, walking, head
and neck control, respiratory,
swallowing and unfortunately,
even smiling, but thankfully the
brain is NOT affected.
PC’s varsity volleyball team’s
theme this year was “shine.” They
wanted not only to make sure that
everyone, even the freshman, felt
welcome but also that PC and its
surrounding communities could
see God’s light in them.
One big event that they did
this year was having Stella sit
the bench with them for the
September 29 game against
Newton. Stella wore a Pella
Christian Volleyball t-shirt and
wore the ribbon that players wore
that night so that she would feel
more a part of the team.
Before the game even
happened the team prayed over
Stella, touching some part of
her wheelchair, and all the tears
shed that night were happy tears.
PC’s volleyball team celebrates with 4-year-old Stella Turnbull.
Turnball has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
“The experience really brought
us closer to God and each other
when we prayed with them before
the game,” said senior Lynelle De
Bruin. “It showed me the amazing
amount of faith the Turnbull’s
have and that we should always
believe in miracles.”
The team gave Stella a gift
before the game that consisted of
a volleyball poster of the team and
the eagle that is passed out during
football games. Stella and Sarah sat
the bench with the team all night,
and this was her first volleyball
game. The players did cheers with
her and even took a team picture so
that Stella and the team won’t forget.
That night Sarah posted on her
blog everything that went on at the
game and how Stella felt. Stella is
just a normal four-year-old girl that
would rather watch volleyball than
look at the stuffed eagle.
Stella had spinal fusion surgery
on October 25 in part to help her
breath easier. The fusion was
successful, but she has a lengthy
recover ahead and according to
Sarah, nothing is ever certain
with a SMA child.
The
Turnbull’s
welcome
prayer for their daughter. Pray
for healing, comfort for Stella
and her family, and also that her
quality of life is improved from
this surgery. If people would like
to help financially, donations may
be made or “Stella” bracelets
bought for $3 in the PCHS office.
by Vanessa Blankespoor
vanbla13@pceagles.org
The United States as a whole
has been in a downward spiral
of unhealthy habits: infrequent
exercise
and
insufficient
nutrition. Iowa, ranked as 19th
healthiest in the nation, is making
a change. Iowans are confident
that residents can increase their
focus on health; according to
the Healthiest State Initiative
website, the goal is to “claim the
number one spot by 2016.”
The 2010 Gallup-Healthways
Well-Being Index® measures
physical, emotional, and mental
health to rank states. They
interviewed over 350,000 adults
with 56 questions covering the
following areas: life evaluation,
physical
health,
emotional
health, healthy behavior, work
environment, and basic health
access. Next they averaged the
answers to determine state ranks,
which is the measurement used for
the Healthiest State Initiative.
In response to Iowa’s low
ranking, Governor Terry Branstad
took a stand. “We control more
than 70% of the factors that
influence our health,” he said.
“It is within our power to make
a positive difference in our lives.
It’s an ambitious goal to jump
18 positions in five years, but if
anyone can do it, Iowans can.”
Branstad promoted the Start
Somewhere Walk, a symbolic
kick-off of the initiative, held on
October 7, all across Iowa. Over
291,000 Iowans participated
in this walk, exceeding the
organizers’ goal by 40,000 people.
In fact, Iowa beat the world record,
previously held by Canada (with
231,635 people) even though the
state has less than one-tenth the
population of Canada.
Another way to get involved
with the initiative is the Blue
Zones Project. All around the
world, these locations retain
people who live longer, healthier
lives. With the collaboration of
Wellmark® Blue Cross® and Blue
Shield,® the project will improve
Iowa communities by bringing in
experts to work with local leaders.
Communities will add recreation
areas to increase activity and
change restaurants’ menu options
to promote healthy nutrition.
Some people may wonder
why it is such a big deal to start
healthier habits. Making a change
in health not only improves
peoples’ well-being, but benefits
Iowa financially as well. Lifestyle
changes will potentially allow
$16 billion to be redirected over
the next five years to improve
Iowa’s economy.
Everyone can make lifestyle
changes by simply eating better
food and making decisions to
exercise. Anyone can participate—
just take the pledge to create a
healthier environment in Iowa.
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Donors provide 40 units
Allie Groenenboom
allgro13@pceagles.org
Many members of the PC student body donated blood
at a school-held blood drive blood October 4, planned
by the student council. They collected 40 units of blood
from 40 donors. “This blood drive was again a great success,” said STUCO leader and guidance counselor Dan
Van Kooten. Another drive is being planned fo December
30 at the Vermeer Global Pavilion in honor of 2011 PC
graduate Megan Hoogeveen, who passed away shortly
after graduation last June. “The first couple weeks Megan was in the hospital, she received 200 units of blood,”
Van Kooten said. “Blood drives like this one are to benefit those in need, like Megan was.”
Pictured above is junior Amy Beekhuizen.
November 8, 2011
PC sister school to open in Haiti
Krista Fopma
krifop12@pceagles.org
On December 1, 2010, Tim and Lucia Van Maanen and
four of their five children set out for a two week mission
trip to Haiti. Senior Keegan, sophomore Tanner, and freshman Haylie, are students at PCHS. “Our experience in
Haiti was eye-opening. It’s amazing to see what most of
the world actually looks like. We are so blessed not to have
that pain and suffering,” said Tim.
One of Keegan’s fondest memories was visiting the
schools and hospitals in Haiti as well as the amazing,
touching sights while hiking through the mountains. The
schools are sporadically located in the hilly country. There
are no main roads, so it takes hours to travel over rough
terrain, usually in a Jeep. Keegan was struck that the
children have to walk these distances every morning for
school. Even more shocking is that they often are carrying
chairs on their backs while walking the rough roads. If the
students do not bring their own chairs, they stand or sit on
the ground all day at school.
The hospitals are very different than the hospitals in the
US. None of the rooms have equipment in them. There is
one operating room in the hospitals in Haiti. Also in contrast
to U.S. hospitals, the hospitals in Haiti are very unsanitary.
“Dirtier than our school locker rooms,” Keegan said.
During chapel on Wednesday, September 14, Tim, Lucia, and Keegan gave an account of their trip to Haiti and
how it all led up to their current dream and mission- Pella
Christian School of Pignon, Haiti. “The idea came spontaneously,” said Keegan. “About 3 weeks after we got home,
we received a calling from God, feeling that we should do
something. After talking about it, it became a reality.” Lucia then proceeded to visit PCGS and PCHS to talk to principals David De Jong and Darryl De Ruiter; they quickly
agreed to get on board with the plan.
After some research, it was discovered that in 1989 the
town of Pella adopted a Haitian city, Pignon, after a Pella
surgeon, Dr. Schafer, made several trips down to Haiti. Pignon was then established as one of Pella’s sister cities.
Keegan says of his dreams for Pella Christian in Haiti,
“We are following God one step at a time. What that really
looks like, is us watching how He unfolds it all. Our first
calling is to complete the Elementary School. However,
the big picture we really don’t know yet. We would like
PC student involvement and to increase their worldwide
view, and to enable them to shine the light of Christ into
the world.”
During chapel, PC students were given the opportunity
to write down their prayers for the school and place them
in cement building blocks, representing those that would
soon become part of the school’s structure. Tim and Lucia
took the prayers with them to Haiti to place in the actual
foundation of the school building.
According to the Van Maanens, prayer is the biggest
thing the community and students can do for Pella Christian in Haiti, but there is a possibility of short term mission
trips. Students are encouraged to be a part of these trips to
help out and see the work first-hand.
Right now the school is just being built. The foundation
is laid and a well has been dug for water, even though they
had to dig 300 feet down to find water. A next step will
be recruiting students. Many of the students are already
enrolled in schools, but the Van Maanens are hoping this
school will be closer for some of the Haitian kids, eliminating some of the distance they have to walk. Also Tim
and Lucia, with the help of an interpreter, will begin the
process of hiring teachers for Pella Christian in Haiti.
Keegan said, “ We hope that the school will be a refuge, for kids in need of an education and searching for a
relationship with God. This school is a small step, but will
make an impact on thousands of lives in Haiti.”
Winterim to allow students to explore special interests
by Allie Groenenboom
allgro13@pceagles.org
The PC faculty and community have been organizing
a new, interactive program that will take effect next year
for students and teachers: Winterim. Parents had the opportunity to learn about this new program at an informal
meeting last month, while students were introduced to this
program in the October 25 chapel.
Winterim is a program that offers classes and trips to
broaden students’ learning experience to a more hands-on
approach. Students will be able to participate in programs
of one whole or two half-day classes at school, to internships at local businesses or possibly even a mission trip
to the PC sister school in Haiti or a Spanish trip to Spain.
These classes will not all be led by PC teachers, but also
by community members.
Classes and internships will include a variety of areas
of interests: computer programming, ceramics, interior
design, applications of calculus, culinary arts, agriculture,
theatre, and many others. A mission trip to Pignon, Haiti,
would serve to work with the PC sister school that is currently being built there. Students and other participants
would provide assistance to residents and all those working on the school. Trips to Spain would enable Spanish
students to experience the culture of a Spanish-speaking
country as well as give them the chance to enhance their
Spanish language abilities. Fundraisers, such as soup suppers, will be held to reduce the expense of traveling, but
students will be responsible for the remainder of their
trip’s cost.
Winterim will be a required program for all PC students,
and each student will be required to earn four Winterim
credits in order to graduate. The classes/internships will
not be graded; instructors will give each participant a pass/
fail grade.
PC is excited to start this program and see where it leads.
“Looking into the future, there could be possible trips to
Chicago, New York City, or Washington D.C.,” said athletic director and Winterim committee member Brad Engbers. Engbers and Principal Darryl DeRuiter describe this
program as a way of expanding the curriculum to fit each
student’s needs.
“Through Winterim, each student can find special interests of theirs,” said DeRuiter. “This program will give
students an opportunity to learn about things outside of
the classroom, allowing for a Christian influence to be instilled in the minds of all who participate.”
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From
The Pods
Senior
by Kate Van Gilst
katvan12@pceagles.org
A fourth of our year is already over, seniors! Isn’t that
crazy? This year has been going by so fast. With that in
mind, college is coming even faster. Now, I know some
of you are really stressed about this and it can be nerve
racking. But here’s my advice for you. We all have to
keep in mind that God has a plan for us. Prayer is a powerful thing, and through prayer, faith, and perseverance
God will lead us to where he wants us to be. I think it’s
a huge comfort to know God is in control. He knows all
things and if you go to him he will lead the way.
How many college reps have you gone to? I think these
things help a lot with the added bonus of getting out of
class! I wonder if the teachers are getting irritated at us
seniors getting out of class to go to these reps all the time.
I also think it’s awesome that we get two excused absences to visit the colleges we are considering. Visiting
different colleges is a good thing to do even if you know
where you want to go. It gives you a better perspective of
what you’re looking for and may secure your decision.
College is a very important step in our lives and we just
need to keep God in the picture too. Like I said, prayer is
a powerful thing. God will lead you if you listen to him.
Junior
by Delaney Dugger
deldug13@pceagles.org
Walkin’ in a winter wonderland...aka PCHS! This
school is always sooo cold!! Even though air-conditioning is amazing, the teachers abuse it! Mr. Herdegen said,
“Every time I walk into my room I just flip the air down
to the coldest setting possible!”
Teachers also say that the cold air keeps us focused
in class, but it’s awfully hard to focus when your teeth
are chattering. The things people do to keep warm are
also very distracting in class. Other people tap on their
desk, wiggle their legs, say: “Can I go get my sweatshirt?”, “Can you please turn the heat on?”, “Muy frio!
Muy frio!”
Now that the warm months have ended, the school is
still the same freezing temperature. Hopefully the teachers will figure out that we can focus better in a warm
environment, soon!
So, the other day we juniors turned around and saw
freshmen at the third table at lunch! The third table!
Freshmen are always secluded to the first table, then sophomores second and third, juniors fourth and seniors fifth
November 8, 2011
and sixth. Freshmen should really stay in their place. It
is nice that they are more out-going than most years, but
please try to be more respectful to the older classes.
So ya. . .the seniors cheering update? With football
over, the seniors did not pump up their cheering at all in
football games! It was really disappointing to not have
cheering at football games, but the volleyball games were
awesome!! If you lead them we will follow. Let’s keep the
spirit up in the gym and just forget about what happened
on the field. I dont mean to hurt your feelings. I was just
saying what is going on from the junior’s point of view.
Sophomore
by Leslie Pence
lespen14@pceagles.org
Don’t be afraid to SHINE!
SHINE! We’ve all heard it before. We have it on the
back of our volleyball shirts, but what does it really mean
to shine?
S
ervant – Being a servant really isn’t that difficult:
just being a good sport whether we win or lose, or being
there to comfort a friend in their time of need. Since it
is not that extremely difficult to do, why don’t we do it?
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H
I
ntegrity – The quality of being honest. Honesty is a
big way to set ourselves apart from the world today when
everyone else is cheating, stealing or lying. It’s especially hard when peer pressure kicks in and being different
is not something that we want to endure. We just have
to remember that no matter the trials we face, God will
always be there to guide us.
N
Meeting
eeds – God says that “He will supply all
our needs.” What do we do when we see others’ needs?
Often time we are too busy with our own lives to be concerned with others’ lives. We need to be like Christ and
try to meet the needs of our family and friends. Ask God
to open our eyes to the needs around us.
E
xcellent Encourager – Think of how it makes you
feel when someone encourages you. I know that often
times I receive encouragement just when I need it most.
As Christians, we are to “encourage one another and
build each other up.” Again this should be easy to do, but
often times it is much easier to complain and make fun
of others. I want to be an encourager, how about you?
This is what “SHINE” means to me. It may look different to you. Take some time to think about how we can
shine every day here at school, at home and in our community. Share it with others and let’s encourage one another to SHINE God’s love all around us ALL the time!
Matthew 5:16 - Let your light shine before men in such
a way that they may see your good works and glorify
your Father who is in heaven.
Senior Jackie Fisher and sophomore Madison McKee
are new to PC this fall.
by Tyler Sajdak
tylsaj12@pceagles.org
Correction: The Eagle’s Cry regrets that sophomore
Madison McKee was inadvertently left out of the new
student photo and article in the October Eagle’s Cry.
McKee is a new sophomore who was homeschooled
last year. In her first year here at PC she became involved
in a lot of things like cheerleading and choir, and she
is planning to do track this spring. McKee likes going
to chapel on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and also
likes the Bible class, because she likes learning about the
Bible. “I miss my old friends, but at PC it’s easy to express feelings about God with other believers,” she said.
Senior Jackie Fisher, PC’s newest student, came to PC
from Pella High at the end of first quarter. “My favorite
class here at PC is English because I’m good at it,” she
said. Fisher loves the people here at PC, and says finding
her way around the school has been easy.
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Going to football games as freshmen is a whole new
experience. First of all, we get bossed around by most of
the seniors. They constantly make us move up or down
the bleachers. Why do the freshmen have to sit way in the
back? Shouldn’t the big seniors be in the back where they
can’t block our view?
.During the halftime dances, we have to be careful not
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really enjoy it.
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November 8, 2011
Young teams push each other, learn dynamics of the sport
by Jordan Rossler
jorros12@pceagles.org
Although the Eagle cross country team
is young, they have been improving tremendously this season and have had a
blast doing it. Whether they are sporting
their flashy, yellow team apparel, getting
lost on the way to Lake Red Rock, or telling endless inside jokes, the team creates
their own fun, despite the discomfort of
running mile after mile every day.
“Our team is really close this year,”
said sophomore Alec Breon. “We really missed (freshman) Marina Shannon
when she was hurt, but now she’s keeping
up with (senior) Sarah Brandsen! She’s
an amazing runner!”
All of the girls have been consistently
improving, all the way up to the state qualifying meet on October 20. “Marina had a
strong race to finish in 33rd - she has been
consistently running well since her injury,” commented Coach Jocelyn Meinders.
“The other girls had strong races as well,
some of their best of the year.”
The boys team showed great improve-
ment as well. “The guys did a good job
pushing each other,” Meinders said. Juniors Matt Spoelstra & Ryen Van Vark ran
side by side the last mile to push themselves to better times. Freshmen Ryan
Van Kooten and Jonathan Beltman also
pushed each other to do well. “(Freshman) Jake Lensing had a strong race as
well. He has had a good freshman season,” Meinders said.
Along with encouragement from teammates, learning the dynamics of long
distance running has improved the team
overall. “We’re definitely getting faster,”
said assistant coach Kevin Herdegen.
“Most of the runners are finally figuring
out how to run a race. They’re getting
more competitive.”
The cross country team hopes to carry
the momentum from this year into next
season, as many people will be coming
back for another year of running. As Herdegen said, “We’ve made a lot of progress
and I’m excited to see how much better
we can be next year!”
Sophomore Leah Breon stays ahead of the Hawks, while junior Craig Wilson holds a
steady pace leading a crowd uphill.
Volleyball season ends with gold
by Jenna Horstman
jenhor12@pceagles.org
The Lady Eagles finished their regular
season strong with gold medals for winning the Knoxville tournament on October 15. They carried their success into the
post season as they won their next three
games, defeating PCM, Pleasantville,
and Interstate 35. A disappointing 3-2
substate loss against the St. Albert Saintes ended the Lady Eagle’s season with a
28-5 record.
The season brought many good memories for the team. “Some of the strengths
and highlights we had throughout the season were our ability to come back when
we got down in a game, our team’s unity,
and having fun on and off the court together.” said senior middle Jasmin Schelhaas. “My favorite memory was when we
won the Knoxville tournament to end our
season! We played great as a team and
had a lot of fun.”
Power Poll
by Jordan Rossler
jorros12@pceagles.org
Van Wyk -205- Still the cream of the crop!
Faber -130- Very impressive Frisbee performance.
Noble -125- Powerful win over Renaud to become top dogs of the juniors!
Van Voorst -100- Disappointing finish in Frisbee leaves them without any additional points…
Renaud -50- Gets on the scoreboard with a 4th place finish in Frisbee!
Evenhouse -30- Finally gets some points from the win in Powder Puff Football!
Vermeer -25- Maintains status as top freshman homeroom.
Hessing - Only sophomore team with potential…
Herdegen - Talk to Mr. Herdegen about how to add points.
Anderson - Embarrassing to the sophomore class.
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November 8, 2011
Eagles lose in first round of district play
Senior Caleb Fredrickson makes a tackle against North Polk. The Eagle’s lost 42-7, ending their season.
by Stephen Dykstra
“Besides growing bigger, faster, stronger, and better
stedyk12@pceagles.org
looking, I think we really grew as men,” he said. “Coach
Life doesn’t always go the way many would like. Less has always said that if all he did was teach us the game of
than ideal circumstances leave people to wonder if fairy- football, then he has failed as both a coach and as a man.
tale endings exist anymore. Some might say that was the I can definitely say that he has not failed us this year,”
case with this year’s Pella Christian football team after Hofman said.
they suffered a tough loss to North Polk in the opening
Losing the opening round as been especially hard for
round of the playoffs. But to a few, the season was far from the seniors. Their final season at Pella Christian is now
disappointing.
complete. Although they will never be
Coach Rich Kacmarynski has led the
Season Summary able to play high school ball again, many
Pella Christian Eagles for the past four
will leave with good memories.
seasons, appearing in the playoffs every DM Christian: Loss 29-17
“I think it would be easier to list what
single season. In 2008, he led the Eagles to Van Meter: Win 31-7
I won’t miss (about the season),” said
a phenomenal finish after falling one vic- Bondurant-Farrar: Win 24-22 Hofman, “because there’s really nothing
tory short of the Dome. Since then, Kac- Clarinda: Win 24-6
I won’t miss. Even the parts most people
marynski and the rest of the coaching staff Interstate 35: Win 43-0
don’t enjoy, like agilities and conditionhave worked tirelessly to further develop PCM: Loss 33-14
ing, I’m still going to miss struggling
the young football program. Although Colfax-Mingo: Win 49-17
through them all.”
the team’s playoff hopes died sooner than Shenandoah: Win 43-0
Kacmarynski will also miss many asthey would have liked, Kacmarynski still Clarke: Win 28-0
pects of the season. “We had a group of
feels like they had a successful season. sub-state:
close-kit seniors that played and bonded
“I felt like we grew a ton this year. We had North Polk: Loss 42-7
together. I’m going to miss that.”
a lot of new faces in the lineup with new
Even though a fairy-tale endstarters in new positions,” Kacmarynski said. “We also had ing would have been nice, the Pella Christian Eagles extwo 1000 yard rushers-something that has never been done perienced a season filled with good times, a playoff berth,
before in school history.”
and most importantly, a chance to play for the glory of
Brett Hofman, a senior starter for the Eagles, also felt God. “It was an enjoyable season for me,” Kacmarynski
like the season was successful.
commented, “We have a lot to be proud of.”
JEFFREY F. ALLEN, D.D.S.
Cardinals stun Rangers
in epic Series finale
by Ty Sajdak
tylsaj12@pceagles.org
The Cardinals were backed up against the wall all
year. And that is exactly what happened in this year’s
World Series.
With the Texas Rangers up 3-2 in the series and one
strike away from a World Series trophy, Cardinals third
baseman David Freese hit a two-run RBI triple into the
right field corner to tie the game up in the bottom of the
9th. Then in top of the 10th, Rangers’ Josh Hamilton hit a
two-run shot to right-center field to take the lead, until
the Cardinals tied it up again in the bottom half of the
inning. The Rangers did not score in the 11th, which allowed David Freese to hit a walk-off home run in the
bottom of the 11th.
The very next night the Cardinals finished it off in
Game 7. Freese was named the series MVP.
The Texas Rangers were one strike away from a World
Series title two years in a row, but failed two years in a
row. And two years in a row they lost it to a team who
wasn’t supposed to be in the World Series.
The Cardinals had everything fall into their laps in the
past two months, and the Rangers were looking like the
team to beat coming into this postseason. But the Cardinals got hot at the right time and took down a very good
Rangers team.
This season just goes to show that you can never count
out anybody in this game.
Cheerleaders make
State showing
by Kylie Lamb
kyllam12@pceagles.org
This year’s state cheerleading competition was held on
November 5 at the State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.
The cheerleader teams from PC sent five girls from the
football and basketball squads to participate in the state
competition in Des Moines. “State cheerleading is a really exciting experience,” said senior Caitlin Roozeboom.
“I am glad I got the chance to be on the squad this year.”
The juniors included Bri Warden, Marissa Ferguson,
and Kara Jansen, along with sophomore Cali Beyer. The
squad was led to state by Coach Nicole Van Wyk.
“We were very excited to go to competition,” Van Wyk
said. “We entered a new category this year. Our routine
is different than usual, but it is a fun-filled routine with a
lot of tumbling, jumps and cute dance moves. Each of the
girls bring a lot of talent to the team.”
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November 8, 2011 Page 7 Eagle’s Cry
TV doesn’t affect grades, survey suggests
Favorite TV Shows at PC
by Miranda Spurgeon
mirspu12@pceagles.org
Some of us everyday go home from a long day at school, work, or even extra
curricular activities and plop on the couch and turn on the television. What
television shows are good for a laugh, some good action, or for intense drama?
According to a recent survey, favorite shows of PC students include That 70s
Show, NCIS, and One Tree Hill.
That 70s Show is in an unfinished basement with shag carpet and teenagers
hanging out in their traditional circle. The comedy show set in the 1970s in
surbaban Point Place, Wisconsin, presents the mishaps of ordinary teenagers
dealing with every day life.
A series of criminal action points right towards NCIS. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) includes actors Mark Harmon, Michael Weatherly, David McCallum, Sean Murray, and actress Pauley Perrette. They work
as a family to solve the crimes of naval officers and to be there for each other.
NCIS: Los Angeles is also a spin off from NCIS with a different setting. It airs
on Monday nights at 7 P.M on CBS.
“Don’t say I didn’t give you anything,” says Nathan Scott from One Tree
Hill, a story of group of high school students who are in different cliques, but
who grow to be best friends. “There’s a lot of drama and it is addicting to
watch!” said senior Leah VanderHart. One Tree Hill is shown on the CW on
Monday at 7 P.M.
The
world of
Television
Why do students watch TV?
PC students rate popular
actors, actresses
by Kate Van Gilst
katvan12@pceagles.org
Some make us cry, some make us laugh, some make us drop our
jaws and drool. Actors and actresses in the world today have a big
impact on teenagers’ lives. They think of them as role models or heroes or idols. Students at PC rated their favorites, listed below.
Matthew McConaughey over Ashton Kutcher by 70%.
Jennifer Aniston over Kate Hudson by 60%.
Jennifer Lopez over Beyonce by 61%.
Megan Fox over Kim Kardashian by 70%.
Brad Pitt over Tom Cruise by 59%.
Adam Sandler over Jim Carry by 77%.
Tom Hanks over Kevin Costner by 82%.
Taylor Lautner over Zac Efron by 52%.
Selena Gomez over Demi Lovato by 88%.
Sandra Bullock over Julia Roberts by 74%.
The older genereations love their beloved “older” actors. But
what about the generation today? Do they like older actors? Many
students said they didn’t care. A lot of high schoolers said they think
older actors are less cocky than the young actors today. The older actors do have more experience and they have talent.
One student said it very well: “The older actors have talent, but
with the young actors, we are able to see their talent grow.”
by Jalissa Morgan
jalmor12@pceagles.org
With the number and variety of shows available to
people nowadays, a general question arises: Why do you
watch TV? PC students have their own different reasons
for why or why not they watch TV.
Many students say they watch TV to take their minds
off stuff or because they are bored. Students find watching TV relaxing and entertaining. Sometimes they watch
because there’s nothing else to do. Some watch TV for
the humor.
Senior Kayla Van Wyk watches many shows like Gilmore Girls and One Tree Hill. “I like the characters, especially the attractive ones. I like to follow the intense plot
lines. They keep me entertained,” she said.
Some students watch to learn. “I watch TV to gain
knowledge and to not be bored,” said freshman Dillon
Branderhorst.
TV can also just be a distraction. Sophomore Mariah
Eekhoff said, “Sometimes I get stressed out, and it’s nice
to watch something that’s more interesting than my own
life.”
Other students aren’t able to watch television. “Our TV
doesn’t work; it’s a dinosaur TV,” said freshman Julia
Dykstra. “So I watch Hulu when I’m bored.” Hulu is a
website that provides limited episodes of various shows
for free.
Overall, the number one reason why students watch TV:
they are bored.
by Keegan Van Maanen
keevan12@pceagles.org
How important is schoolwork in the life of an average student? How does
television fit in? How much time do they spend on each? Do they keep a
good balance? All good questions to think about, but the answers to a recent
survey might be a surprise.
A couple of quick observations include that most students receive B’s and
watch between 1-4 hours of television. However, a greater percentage of
students who watched 1-4 hours of TV got A’s than the group of students
who watched less than 1 hour. Most of those who watched more than 10
hours of TV a week received A’s. So do grades really depend on the amount
of television watched? Or do they depend more on the time students devote
to studying each week?
According to the studying graph, those who spend less than 1 hour receive
the greatest percentage of A’s. This could be due to a natural intelligence. Yet,
those who studied for 7-10 hours and 10 or more hours and got B’s and C’s, received the greater percentages in their groups. But a general conclusion would
be that most PC students have a well-balanced schedule of TV and studying.
And for those students, keep up the good work.
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Revitalize
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jalmor12@pceagles.org
I know I am not perfect; I don’t come anywhere close
in fact. I’m selfish and arrogant and downright outrageous sometimes. If we could make a list of people I’ve
upset in my life, I know the list would be pretty lengthy.
However, God continues to forgive me. I do
not have to dwell on past experiences and mistakes, though I do need to learn from them.
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Paul says in Philippians, “Not that I have already obtained
all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on
to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.
Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of
it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win
the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ
Jesus” (Philippians 3:12-14).
Kylie for hitting a stop sign
Marcus for making the whole table rumble
in the library (8th period)
DJ for working so hard on lights for Beauty
and the Beast
Josh W. for never being fully awake
Box office for surviving lunch hour mobs!
Por los capitaníos de la marina de español
por ellos son muy buenos.
Zach V.W. for working while no one else
pays attention
People who put snaps in the snap cup!
by Delaney Dugger
deldug13@pceagles.org
Way to go! You are the best! I like what I see! All
of these describe what a snap cup is about. The PC
snap cup is found in the library. Anyone who would
like to say “Good job!” or give a word of encouragement is invited to submit their comment for publication. So . . . SNAPS to . . .
November 8, 2011
Junior Powder Puff team for being studs...
thanks to quarterback, Chuck Norris!
Mrs. Vander Wal & Ms. Haveman for
dealing with all the ridiculousness in the
library & Mac Lab.
Friends, we do not dwell on things of the past. The Lord
has set us free, and now we must, as Paul says, strain forward no matter how hard it is. People in this world can
strain for goals such as popularity, state championships, or
higher job positions, but these missions and their rewards
are nothing compared to the journey and the ultimate reward we can obtain through Jesus Christ.
Take heart students, faculty, and community; as Paul says
in Philippians 4:5, “Remember, the Lord is coming soon.”
Top 10...
... Thanksgiving Foods
Stephen Dykstra
stedyk12@pceagles.org
Shelby Nikkel
shenik12@pceagles.org
1. Turkey. It’s healthy! Stephen Dykstra would
tell me to eat it, therefore I do.
2. Stuffing. Oh, my gosh. Stuffing makes us happy, very, very happy.
3. Mashed potatoes (with gravy please!)
4. Apple pie. Ice cream. Yum!
5. Pumpkin pie. It IS Thanksgiving.
6. Deviled eggs. Such a naughty snack.
7. Green bean casserole. Bonnie. Amazingness.
Christmas Banquet. Delicious.
8. Pecan Pie. Oooh. We love it so much, we can’t
explain it!
9. Crescent rolls! Smothered in butter, of course!
10. Ham. Sweet, juicy ham!
Sexist Scuffle
Miranda Spurgeon
mirspu12@pceagles.org
Kylie Lamb
kyllam12@pceagles.org
Zacahry Van Wyk
zacvan12@pceagles.org
Jordan Rossler
jorros12@pceagles.org
Boys: We are better than you!
Girls: You know what? Women hold the most important
Girls: Hold the phone, what gave you that idea? Because talking, so that implies it is for males because they like the
sound of a women’s voice. Men created it for themselves.
job there could be. Putting up with men. We are supportive,
we obviously are better!
and love and care for you, even despite your “confidence”
Boys: The man who created the GPS did so to tune out the and “awesomeness.” We put up with you guys and even
Boys: We are smarter, more athletic, and better drivers.
nagging voice of his wife telling him where to go.
though you will never admit it…you know you need us.
Boom.
Girls: Okay, directions aside, girls obviously bring smarts,
Boys: The question of needing you was never up for deGirls: You are also more arrogant, uncoordinated, and
creativity, and charisma to the world.
bate. The question is: are we better? The answer is yes.
directionally challenged.
Boys: In response to the smarts, haven’t most of the
Girls: Must we also remind you of all the men who have
Boys: You confuse arrogance with confidence, being
uncoordinated with awesomeness, and directionally chal- smartest people been guys? Albert Einstein. Sir Isaac New- brought destruction and corruption into the world? For exlenged with being the creators of the GPS, which was for ton. Galileo. Also, creativity and charisma are important ample, Hitler, Stalin, and King Ahab.
qualities of leadership and all of the Presidents of the US, the
women.
most important leadership position in our country, have been
Boys: Must we remind you of one person who started this
Girls: Alright, the GPS system always has a girl voice men. On top of that, in the Bible, God called us to be leaders. whole sin concept……… EVE!
Page 9 Eagle’s Cry
Editorial: P.D.A. - Public Display of Affection
by Jalissa Morgan
jalmor12@pceagles.org
and
Seniors Derek Ambroson and Aubree Else, who have
Stephen Dykstra
stedyk12@pceagles.org been dating for more than two years, said, “We live far
away from each other and so school is the most frequent place we see each other.” Ambroson also add-
PDA is defined as “public display of affection.” Seems
innocent enough, right? Or is it? You see, affection is a
very soft, kind word for the sketchy habits of those in
blissful relationships with their someone “special-special” or “significant other.” As representatives of singles
everywhere, we feel deeply violated when one of your
PDA sessions disturbs our daily routine, such as getting a book from a locker. What are you to do when all
you need is a piece of gum from your locker, but alas,
a couple is cuddling right in your path. You are now
faced with two choices: a) say, “Excuse me,” extremely
awkwardly and hope they respond by inching away so
you can squeeze through, or b) suffer in silence, give up
your right to that piece of gum, and sadly saunter away.
Heartbreaking, isn’t it? In an attempt to save the innocence of single people, we want to expose the secret life
ed, “Because I want to publicly display my affection.”
Senior Kayla Van Wyk stated it quite simply, “Hormones.
That’s why couples PDA.” Senior Nathan Tvedt, who has
been dating Van Wyk for six months, commented, “We complain about how gross other couples are. Save it for dates.”
As for the single people, they have something to say about
PDA too. Senior Derek De Ruiter says, “It’s kinda sick. I
mean, I think it depends on the couple. It seems really awkward for everyone else around them.”
Sophomore Jordan Breon agreed, saying, “It’s pretty awk-
ward for everyone else. They could just go somewhere else.”
of PDAs, and how it impacts more than just the couples. So what is the student body to do? Many couples are ruled by
hormones, and singles feel overwhelmingly awkward. Our
But let’s get to the heart of the matter: why PDA in the suggestion? Take it elsewhere, and save your snuggling for
first place? Why do couples feel the need to promote the dates. Our beloved English teacher Marlo Van Peursem
their relationship in public? We have asked some ex- says it best, “PDA is impractical when you are saving room
for the Holy Spirit. Remember, two Psalter Hymnals.”
perienced couples, and here’s what they have to say.
Teacher /Student
Random
Reviews
by Jenna Horstman
jenhor12@pceagles.org
Soul Surfer
Rated: PG
Release Date: August 2, 2011
Soul Surfer, directed by Sean McNamara, is the true story
of surfer Bethany Hamilton that shocks, but also inspires.
Hamilton was a normal teenage girl who loved to surf the
Kauai Coast. Her life quickly took a turn when she was attacked by a shark while surfing. The shark bit off a large
chunk of her board as well as her arm. As she adjusts to living with just one arm, she gets frustrated and almost gives
up on surfing, but when a devastating tsunami in the Pacific Ocean destroyed Phuket, Thailand, Hamilton realizes
she can make a difference in other people’s lives as well as
her own. She tries even harder to get back up on her board,
and with determination, discipline, and faith, she succeeds.
Her passion and dedication for her sport are an inspiration.
Soul Surfer is a definite tear jerker and a great movie for the
whole family to watch.
by Krista Fopma
Krifop@pceagles.org
Teacher/Student Dialogue is a column in which teachers and students ask each otehr questions. The students are polled
to answer the teacher’s question, and a rondom teacher is selected to answer teh student question.
Mrs. Renaud: What is your worst date experi- find my parents. We had to walk around the farm in order to
ence? If you don’t have one because you are so to- tell them we were leaving. We finally found them in a hog
tally suave, then what is the best date you have been on? lot so by the time we left, I already felt like I smelled. We
then left for the bowling alley. Upon arriving at the bowlsenior Shelby Nikkel:“My boyfriend and I were eating at ing alley, we found that all the lanes were taken, so we had
Fazoli’s in Des Moines while shopping. Because there was to wait a few hours for one to clear up. We decided to drive
such a long line I went and picked a table while he ordered our around until the late night bowling started. He was trying
food. While he was waiting in line a whole bus of track boys to impress me with his driving skills, when he took a corner
came into the restaurant. One of the boys came and sat down too fast, and we ended up in the ditch. He decided that he
at my table across from me and started hitting on me. Thank would push while I drove the car. I agreed to it, forgetting
goodness my boyfriend walked up a couple seconds later that his car was a stick shift. I climbed in the driver’s seat
and slammed the cups on the table in front of the guy. I then and did my best, but I killed his car three times before I fiquickly slid out of my seat to escape the awkward situation.” nally got it out. But just as the wheels caught the gravel,
I accidentally gassed the car and it sprayed dirt and gravel
junior girl:“It was Jake’s(boyfriend) mom’s birthday and all over my date. He was kind of mad at me for it, and we
she wanted us to attend the Renaissance Fair with the fam- decided to skip the bowling and just go back home. That
ily. The day already started off interesting, with all the rain was our last date before going back to ‘just friends.’”
and mud at Sleepy Hollow where the fair was. I was surprised to find that all of the people were actually dressed in senior Krista Fopma:“My boyfriend had got permission to
Renaissance clothes, along with watching a guy get hauled borrow his dad’s really nice, new truck for a night at the
off on a stretcher because of a jousting accident. At the end drive-in movies in Newton. A minor speeding problem,
of the day when I was ready to head home, his mom insisted along with a powerful truck, and the fact we were running
that we stay for one more show. We sat down and ate our late, meant he was speeding significantly. Just our luck, a
food while listening to this last group sing. I wasn’t really cop came over the hill, turned around and pulled us over.
paying attention, and next thing I know, one of the guys on So while he sat in the cop car for what felt like hours, I sat
stage was motioning for me to come up on stage. Jake’s dad in the truck freaking out (and watched my parents drive
insisted that I go. Once I got up there they instructed me to by). When he came back to the truck, he explained that
dance like a gypsy, while Jake’s whole family was taking the cop’s printer ran out of paper, so we had to go all the
pictures. Then to top it off, I had to try on a “shaky” skirt way to the station to pick up his ticket. By the time we had
and shake for everyone. I was definitely ready to go home!” picked it up, it was too late for the movie, and we were
both in really bad moods. Needless to say, worst date.” junior Allie Groenenboom: “The first time my boyfriend came to my house, I dropped my entire plate of Student:
“Obviously
teachers
have
faWhat
makes
a
favorite
student?”
supper on the ground like 2 seconds after putting the food vorites.
on my plate. Thankfully, I was still in the kitchen! Then
after I got a new plate f food, I started walking down- Mr. Herdegen: “I don’t agree with the statement ‘obviously
stairs with him and I fell down the stairs. Great night...” teachers have favorites.’ But I would rather teach a class
filled with students who do their homework, ask questions
senior Kalyn Van Donselaar:“My worst date was with one when they are confused, come to class prepared, are respectof my good friends. He came to pick me up and I couldn’t ful of myself and other students, study when needed, etc.”
November 8, 2011
by Cali Vink
calvin12@pceagles.org
by Keegan Van Maanen
keevan12@pceagles.org
Stupid
News
A 31-year old man ran from the crowd of spectators at
the Frys.com Open Tournament on October 10, and yelled
out, “Tiger! Tiger!” before throwing a hot dog at him. Tiger
Woods, who was focusing on his putt, made no effort to retaliate when the man laid down to prepare for his arrest.
When asked about what Woods saw, he gave this
response. “A man came running on the green, and he had a
hot dog.”
The man was arrested and questioned. He denied
throwing the hot dog at Woods. Instead, he insisted the hot
dog “fell out of his hand.” The man also said he was looking
to be in the news and didn’t want to cause trouble. “I wanted
to do something courageous and epic,” said the man.
“He wanted to be in the news, and I’m sure he will
be,” said Woods.
(Harig, Bob. “Golf Fan Arrested After Tossing Hot
Dog Near Tiger Woods.” ESPN. 10 Oct. 2011. Web. 26 Oct.
2011.)
Really? Throwing a hot dog at a golfer preparing to putt?
There are more than just a few things wrong with this…
One: If you’re going to heckle Tiger Woods, please do it
after he has finished his putt.
Two: You really couldn’t think of anything better to throw
than a hot dog?
Three: If this is what you call “courageous and epic,” then
you have logged way too many hours playing Runescape.
Four: Why would you do something like this, knowing
that you’re going to be arrested?
Five: If you didn’t throw the hot dog, why would you run
onto the green yelling his name? If you bought him a hot
dog, I’m sure he can eat it after he has made his putt.
Six: You’re 31 years old.
I think its great that people are finally embracing food
fighting, but everything has a proper time and place. If
you’re going to do something newsworthy, at least do something cool.
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November 8, 2011
Most PC students
lift weights weekly
by Shelby Nikkel
shenik12@pceagles.org
Thanksgiving Highlights
Good food, quirky relatives, and football on TV. According to a recent poll, these are some of the most enjoyable aspects of the Thanksgiving season for PC students.
Calvary CRC helps
students connect
by Miranda Spurgeon
mirspu12@pceagles.org
Sixty-five kids strong, Calvary CRC youth group is
one of the largest youth groups in town pulling most of
the students from the halls from PC. They take time at
the beginning of Wednesday night meetings to play ridiculous games. Game time is followed by senior Drew
Stravers playing guitar for group singing. The group has
a good atmosphere when they sing, according to senior
Jasmin Schelhaas, which leads to good small group connections. “We are more comfortable with each other and
which we tend to be more open with each other.” Says
Schelhaas. Small groups are broken up into gender and
grade levels, which brings togetherness between the
people.
One upcoming event for the Calvary youth group is
one of their most important ones for the year: a fundraiser for their mission trips. Youth auction off service
from the members—such as yard work or babysitting, as
well as baked goods and random items that people, from
the church, bring in. The money goes to mission trips to
Chicago and San Antonio.
by Cali Vink
calvin12@pceagles.org
Alcohol, drugs, and obesity are three of the top problems
in the United States today, according to TopTenz.net. One
way to address the obesity problem is by weight lifting.
Many PC students weight lift. In fact, a recent survey
showed that 65% of PC students lift at least once a week,
25% weight lift twice a week, and 28% lift three or more
times a week.
Kids weight lift for a variety of reasons, but the most
common is because they are involved in a sport. “Weight
lifting can increase bone density and muscular strength,”
said PC’s head volleyball coach Cindy Nikkel, who is
also a personal trainer. “It also aids in joint and ligament strength to ward off injuries and has been proven to
lower blood pressure. Muscular strength for the athlete
means added power and explosion which means speed
and increased vertical jump, and therefore enhances athletic performance.”
Some students lift for other reasons: health, attractiveness, and enjoyment. Senior Jon Lensing said he weight
lifts for sports like soccer and swimming, but sports are
not the only reasons why he weight lifts. “Food is glorious and amazing stuff, so I have to lift to burn off all the
food that I eat,” he said.
Music department debuts choirs, band
by Krista Fopma
krifop12@pceagles.org
PCHS held their first concert of the year on Tuesday, October 11. The Cantus, Solstice, and Concert choirs, as
well as the band performed at the Fall Concert. The band performed Chorale Prelude: Abide With Me in memory of
Megan Hoogeveen.
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PCGS to celebrate
100-year mark
by Delaney Dugger
deldug13@pceagles.org
Pella Christian Grade School is celebrating its 100th
year of educating students on July 6-8, 2012. The celebration will consist of a banquet at PCHS with a speaker,
games at PCGS, and a pancake breakfast with a worship
service at Vermeer Pavilion.
There are five committees for the event, including
steering, publicity, booklet, food, and Saturday event.
The volunteers have been doing a number of things to
get ready, such as sorting through the archives, making a
commemorative booklet, developing ideas for the teachers to use in the class room celebrating 100 years, and
making the banner along with other publicity things.
PCGS principal David De Jong hopes that the next
100 years will bring more fulfillment of the school’s
mission of ‘Proclaiming the Lordship of Jesus Christ
in all spheres of life and learning. Together with
parents, PCGS strives to provide excellent academic training rooted in God’s infallible Word, challenging students to develop their individual, Godgiven gifts for a life of service in God’s kingdom.’
“Since we are always challenging students to develop
their individual, God-given gifts for a life of service in
God’s kingdom,” said PCGS principal David De Jong,
“we need to work together to understand how we can
best prepare students for a world of connectivity.”
For more information on getting involved in preparations, email Judy Vos at judyvos@iowatelecom.net.
November 8, 2011
Beauty and the Beast performs to full house
by Vanessa Blankespoor
vanbla13@pceagles.org
Belle and the Beast warm up with soup, as enchanted objects begin to hope that they may become human
again. PC’s theater troupe presented Beauty & the Beast, a Disney classic, October 27-29. Among the characters were Belle (senior Alexa Zylstra), the Beast (senior Marshall Fynaardt), Gaston (senior Jordan Rossler),
enchanted furniture and cutlery, “silly girls,” wolves, villagers, and many more. With a cast of 50 students, the
energy and full stage entertained large audiences all three nights.
De Jong selected as All State pianist; Vos earns Opus honor
by Amber Attema
ambatt12@pceagles.org
Music has been in the air here at PC. The musicians
played their instruments, the vocalists warmed up their
voices, and a pianist learned a 22-minute song. On October 22, seven students traveled to Indianola to try out at
the All-State Music Festival. Only senior Shayla De Jong
moved on to the second round of competition on October 26, when she earned the honor of being one of three
All State accompanists. She will accompany the All State
choir on November 22 at Iowa State University.
“I’m looking forward to how huge and good the choir
is,” said De Jong. “It’s great how dedicated the ensemble is to making good music.”
Overall, trying out for All State was a positive experience for the PC musicians students. “There is no way
you can come out of it a worse singer. It’s a very good
growing experience,” said senior Lauren Griggs.
All of this improvement doesn’t come without a lot of
practice. “I practiced everyday for about one hour,” said
senior Leighton Schedler.
The teachers that direct these students also took time
out of their schedule. Choral director Tim Van Voorst
said, “We had rehearsals twice a morning before school,
and I took them to two clinics.”
The students enjoyed their experience and encourage
other students to try out sooner than their senior year.
“It’s a big commitment, but I wish I would have done it
sooner,” said Griggs.
Not only is all state a great experience for the students, but also for the teachers who help them. “I enjoy
watching the progress, from attempting to play to actually playing,” said band director Ron Zwiers. “I enjoy
what you could call the journey, and if anyone makes
All State that’s just frosting.”
Freshman Jessica Vos also earned the honor of being
accepted into the Opus honor choir. Ninth graders from
around the state sent in a recording in the middle of
September to audition. The chosen singers perform in
amass choir at Iowa State’s C.Y. Stephens Auditionium
on November 17.
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Cool Photos
November 8, 2011
This space is for students to share their
creativity through the pictures they take.
Have a picture you would like to submit
to the Eagle’s Cry? Email them to Jenna
Horstman at jenhor12@pceagles.org
photo by Krista Fopma
A senior’s view
of the football
season
by Stephen Dykstra
stedyk12@pceagles.org
If you’re ever on the southeast side of Pella
on a given Friday night, there’s a good chance
you’ll hear the famous roar rising above Eagle Stadium. “V-I! C-T! O-R-Y! V-I-C-T-OR-Y!” If you are daring enough to follow the
noise and pull into the crowded parking lot on
300 Eagle Lane, I’m sure you will be overwhelmed by the energy of the crowd as the
soaring Eagles landed after another victory.
As you cautiously move towards the bleachers, thoughts begin to flood your mind. Who is
this Pella Christian football team? How good
are they?
Your thoughts are interrupted when you notice the team members, some kneeling, others
folded over, grab each other’s hands and bow
reverently. That’s who we are: the Pella Christian football team, united as one to play for
the glory of God. We’re not a huge team, like
the 3A and 4A schools surrounding us. We
don’t have a smorgasbord of all-state players.
We aren’t even ranked in our class. Then what
makes us different from the hundreds of football teams in the state of Iowa?
The answer is simple: As a team, we have
several goals, some more important than others. But when it comes down to it, our biggest
goal isn’t to go undefeated, win our district, or
take home the state title. While those goals are
good and something we should strive for, they
are not our main purpose.
As the Pella Christian football team, our ultimate goal is to bring honor to God through
how we act on and off of the field. Because in
all reality, trophies collect dust and names are
forgotten, but a team who works towards the
eternal rewards in life will truly make a difference in central Iowa. It’s that simple.
So the next time you are in town and hear
that notorious cheer on a Friday night, remember the Pella Christian Eagles, and more
importantly, remember who we represent.
photos by Krista Fopma
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Upcoming Events
by Allie Groenenboom
allgro13@pceagles.org
November
9-12 State Volleyball
14 Boys Varsity Football, TBA
15 Little Hawkeye Conference Choir
Festival @ Newton, 7 pm
17 Opus Choir Festival at ISU
Football Banquet 6:30 pm
18-19All-State Musical Festival at ISU
21 Board Meeting 7:00 pm
Girls Basketball @ PCM
JV 6:00 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
22 8th Grade Visit Day
Girls Basketball vs. Albia, home
Freshman 5:00 pm
JV 6:15 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
23 2:15 Dismissal
24-25No School, Thanksgiving Break
28 Boys Basketball vs. West Marshall,
home
JV 6:00 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
December
1-2 State Drill Team at Wells Fargo
in Hy-Vee Hall
1
JV basketball vs. DM Christian, home
Girls 6:00 pm
Boys 7:30 pm
2
Boys basketball @ North Polk
JV 6:00 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
Girls basketball vs. Roland-Story
JV 6:00 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
3
Boys basketball @ Washington
JV 5 pm
Varsity 6:30 pm
5
Basketball vs. Grinnell, home
Freshman Girls 5:00 pm
Freshman Boys 6:15 pm
JV Boys 7:30 pm
8
Boys Basketball at PCM
JV 6:00 pm
Varsity 7:30 pm
10 Boys Basketball vs. Albia, home
Freshman 2:00 pm
JV 3:15 pm
Varsity 4:30 pm
12 Basketball @ Knoxville
Freshman Girls 4:45 pm
Freshman Boys 6:00 pm
JV Boys 7:15 pm