Document - Washington County Public Schools

The Rebel Yell
South Hagerstown High School
1101 South Potomac Street Hagerstown MD 21740
February, 11th 2016
Volume IV, Issue III
SHHS Spotlighters
From the Principal
Present
Dear Parents/Guardians,
In this issue:
It’s hard to believe that March will soon be here. The
last newsletter of the year will be emailed to parents
or distributed to students in May. We hope that you
have found these newsletters helpful!
As stated in the previous newsletters, if you have
questions about your child's progress at any time
during the year, please contact your child's teacher(s)
or counselor at (301) 766-8374. Congratulations to
the near 300 students listed in this newsletter who
earned the Distinguished Honor Roll or Honor Roll
for Marking Period 2!
This is a really important time of year for seniors.
Many are finishing up classes required for graduation
as well as student service learning (SSL) hours.
Please help your graduate stay on track by monitoring
their grades and homework habits. If you have any
concerns, please call and speak with Ms. Starsinic, the
grade 12 counselor. Letters for seniors outlining
outstanding graduation requirements will be sent to
parents in early March.
Prom season is around the bend- May 21st. Prom
requirements are as follows and have been published
in the Student Handbook since the start of the year:
1) students must be in Good Standing in April plus at
least 3 other months prior to April; 2) students must
be academically eligible (based on 3rd Marking Period
grades); 3) students must be conduct eligible; 4)
seniors must have all Student Service Learning hours
completed by April 1, 2016; and 5) juniors must have
at least 60 Student Service Learning hours completed
by April 1, 2016.
The PARCC exams for Algebra I & II as well as
English 10 & 11 will start in mid-April. Teachers
have been working hard to prepare students. Please
remember that the Algebra I and English 10 PARCC
Calendar
23-Feb
27-Feb
5-Mar
10-Mar
4-Mar
15-Mar
18-Mar
19-Mar
21-28-Mar
Principal
Message
1
Department
News
2-3
Academies
4
Clubs
5-6
In the SHHS Auditorium
April 14 & 15 at 7pm; April 16 at 2 pm
Tickets: $7 admission
$5 for Staff
$2 for children 5-10
exams are graduation requirements and passing scores
will be determined by the State of Maryland in the
near future. Also, the Algebra II and English 11
PARCC exams measure College & Career Readiness.
Students who do not pass these exams may have to
take a math transition and/or English transition course
their senior year in addition to having to take English
12. For more information on PARCC, please visit
http://www.parcconline.org/for-parents.
Please take time to review the calendar of events that
is included in this newsletter. We ask that parents use
these events to become more involved in the
educational process.
We thank you in advance for your support and look
forward to preparing your children for college and
career!
Jeremy E. Jakoby, Principal
Parent University
Academic Team Competition @ NHHS 9AM
SAT
Band Concert 7pm Auditorium
National History Day Competition
Washington County Public Library 9AM—2PM
Orchestra Festival NHHS 9AM—3:30PM
End of Marking Period 3
Destination Imagination SHHS 8AM—5PM
Spring Break—No School Students
Special points of
interest:

Homeland Security

Sports Section

SAT Testing dates
and deadlines

Honor Rolls

Fine Arts
Performance Dates

Academies

World Language
Celebrations
Department Information
CTE (Career & Technology Education)
Fine Arts: The Fine Arts Department
consists of Band, Jazz Band, Choir,
Advanced Choir, Orchestra, and Theatre (Spotlighters). The following list is
some of our upcoming events, including dates, and times. All of our concerts are open to the public and showcase our student performers. All of our
events are held in the South High Auditorium.
Success in Career Building is just another name we can call CTE.
TAM—Teacher Academy in Maryland experienced a 100% success
rate in their students taking the I.A. (Instructional Assistant) test
while Homeland Security Students earn accreditations in disaster
recovery. Oracle Level I students earned a Completion Certification
in Database Design while our Foods Service Professionals earn their
accreditation's in the food industry. Business Students earn MOS
(Microsoft Office Systems) certification and even our Carpentry
classes have earned certifications to allow them to work on a job site.
April
14-15 : SHHS Spotlighters presents
You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown at 7
pm.
16: SHHS Spotlighters presents You’re
a Good Man Charlie Brown at 2 pm.
If you have a career in mind and want to earn steps towards success
in your field, consider signing up for one of our Career Technology
Completers.
Social Studies
“The Social Studies Department has remained busy with many
things throughout the winter. Our government teachers have worked
hard getting our students ready for the midterm Government HSA
and are now greatly anticipating the results. Mr. Fairley’s AP Government students took part in the ‘We the People’ competition in
January. They rigorously prepared for two months to refine their
presentations and prepare to answer follow-up questions from judges
about the Constitution. Ultimately, our South High students placed
fifth in the State competition and their efforts should be applauded.
Mr. Myers' AP European History class and Ms. Lovrich's Honors
World History class took a class field trip to Washington, DC to visit
the National Gallery of Art. While there, both classes were able to
take in multiple galleries while completing activities for their respective classes. The AP European History class structured questions
concerning various pieces of artwork around the new historical
thinking skills that have been issued from the College Board this past
summer. The Modern World History class completed a scavenger
hunt of the gallery enabling them to explore a large majority of the
galleria. Our year-long AP U.S. History, AP World History, and AP
European History students are also busily preparing for the upcoming National History Day Competition to be held on March 4 at the
Washington County Free Library. Students that place at this event
will be eligible for the state competition in April. Finally, Mrs. Myers and Ms. Lovrich recently helped organize a ‘Scarf Drop’ in the
downtown area where they left scarves, gloves, and hats for needy
persons to take and use during the cold winter months. Around 20
students helped with the effort and everyone was very pleased with
their generous contributions to those in need.”
English Department
Allyson Hayes joined our department a few weeks ago. She comes
from Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and she attended Shepherd University where she majored in English Education and minored in
French. Her hobbies include painting, drawing, yoga, grading papers
and trying weird foods. She played soccer throughout her youth until
a second ACL tear sidelined her athletic career, but she is still a big
soccer enthusiast.
Parents of tenth and eleventh graders can expect their students to
take the PARCC test in the spring. All English teachers are working
hard to prepare students. Year-long classes will test in the April 11May 6 window while semester-long classes will test sometime between May 9 and June 10.
May
12: Orchestra 7 pm
19: Band 7 pm
24: Choir Concert 7 pm
Please contact the school, or the ensemble director with any questions.
World language
The World Language Department has a few awesome additions for
the second semester. Firstly, Chinese has been brought back to South
High after a few year absence. Lǎo Shī Li will be teaching Chinese I
this semester. Secondly, the World Language department is happy to
welcome a new Spanish teacher, Alicia Rice de Escobar to the team.
The World Language department has thrilling celebrations happening
in the next months. In the month of February, many Spanish-speaking
countries celebrate “Carnaval”. Carnaval is celebrated forty days
before the Catholic Lent and is celebrated with parades, floats, and
dancing on the streets.
Many people in the Spanish-speaking countries are starting to prepare
for La Semana Santa or Easter. Easter is one of the highest holy days
of the year and requires many preparations for the processions and
masses. It is a special celebration because the community comes together to celebrate.
Spanish:
Over these next few months Spanish 1 classes will be talking about
food, sports, maintaining one’s health, family, birthday’s, etc. Spanish
2 will be covering fashions, vacation, driving around town, etc.
FRENCH:
Over the next few months the French classes will be covering: extreme sports, our world/the environment, daily life, childhood activities/memories, chores, parts of the house, classroom vo2 cab, school schedule & supplies and likes.
Guide to Your New PSAT Scores
You just received your PSAT score report, and there are a zillion different scores on this thing! How did you do, and which scores are most
important? Here's what you need to know about the most important parts of your score report.
The first thing to remember is the PSAT isn’t used for college admissions, but high scores can earn you scholarship dollars, including a National Merit Scholarship. Additionally, your PSAT scores are a good predictor for how you may score on the SAT, which will be very important
for college admissions and scholarships.
The Big 3 Scores
When you take the SAT, schools will be looking at your:



Total Score
Reading & Writing Score
Math Score
The PSAT is scored on the same rubric, but a slightly different scale, as the real SAT. While the new SAT is scored
on a scale of 400–1600, the PSAT is scored on a scale of 320–1520.
National Percentile
The percentile compares the score of everyone who took the PSAT during a particular test date. For example, students who score in the 90 thpercentile scored higher than 90% of the students who took the PSAT on that particular
administration.
Understanding New PSAT Scoring
Here's a quick breakdown of what's important about your Big 3 Scores.
Using Your PSAT Score
Report
The PSAT is all about practice. Use your PSAT score
report to identify your strengths and weaknesses, so you
know what to work on as you prep for the real thing.
Are there algebra concepts you need to review? Did you
miss picking up points because you ran out of time?
What Could You Score
on the New SAT?
The PSAT and SAT are scored on slightly different
scales, but your TOTAL PSAT score is a direct indicator of your total SAT score. For example, a total PSAT
score of 1000 means that, if you took the SAT on the
same day, you would have gotten a total SAT score of
1000.
Source: http://www.princetonreview.com/
college-advice/good-psat-score
Upcoming
Redesigned
SAT Test
Dates —>
3
Academies
Academic Leadership Academy
Homeland Security:
Twenty SHHS Homeland Security Foundations students received
certificates from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) for passing the on-line course on Incident Command Systems. This is a nationally recognized certification course on the
standard process in the U.S. for responding to all types of emergencies at all levels. Additionally, four second-year Homeland Security
students certified in the on-line FEMA course, "Animals in Disasters," which covers guidelines for protecting and caring for livestock
and pets in the event of a disaster.
The Academic Leadership Academy has had a very success 20152016 school year thus far! We still have a number of exciting things
coming up for the end of the year.
The ALA advisor team is still reviewing our current ALA applications for the 2016-2017 school year. We were pleased to have just
under 50 applicants! All applicants will receive letters around February 1st about their acceptance status into the program. Current South
High students not in the program may apply but must see Mrs. Myers
for an application.
Coming up before the end of the school year, we are planning our
second college visit to Shepherd University in March. More details
to be delivered. We also are in the works to plan a leadership field
trip towards the end of the year. The ALA advisors will hold a whole
group meeting with in the next few weeks so please listen to the announcements or watch for a “Remind 101” message on the details.
General reminder to all ALA members and parents: each month we
hold a whole academy meeting where we discuss vital information
pertaining to your ALA student. Attendance is monitored and it is an
expectation of the ALA program that those meetings are attended.
Simply showing up, signing in and leaving does not count as attending the meeting. If unable to attend students are asked to let their
cohort advisor know so they can receive the information missed.
The ALA program has a website with important student and parent
information. Please take a moment to visit the site and look around!
It can be accessed at the following link:
https://sites.google.com/a/wcps.k12.md.us/south-hagerstown-highschool-academic-leadership-academy/
Front Row: Joshua Snoke, Bailey Goeins, Caitlynne Johnson, Jackie
Shubert Back Row: Anthony Hodges, Jonathan Monroe, Sandu
Salcutan, Tyler Dorman, Anthony Kamphouy
Remind 101 information: You can text the program at 240-4282928 with the message @ALA15. No personal numbers are shared;
everything goes through the third party app.
If any ALA parents have any questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to contact your child’s cohort advisor:
Seniors: Mrs. Caitlin Myers
Juniors: Mr. Tom McNicholas
Sophomores: Ms. Marshall
Freshman: Mr. Kamler
If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more
and become more, you are a leader.
John Quincy Adams
Front Row: James Coats, Kyle Hose
Back Row: Kelsey Koharsky, Zachary Mickey, Daniel Gonzalez, Malachi Hedges
Missing from photo: Michael Garlock, Austin Ishle
Oracle
Ruslan Akhmedov,
Andrea Etape, James
Bradley, Qin Zheng,
Eniola Olanlyan,
Jean Paul Valencia,
Wilfrid Mbianga,
Mr. Litten, Edward
Rise, Julia Taylor,
Christian Durante
Congratulations to the Oracle I students for earning their
Certificates of Completion for Database Design.
Herwin Sarabia and Collin Abbott
Missing from photo: Diether Dizon
4
Zachary Delauter, Jesse Shirley, Tim Heidtke
Missing from photo: Christina Woodel
Clubs
Interact Club
Spanish Club
Interact Club: where we pair with the local Rotary Club chapter to assist the community. During the month of December we as a group did gift wrapping at YMCA.
The gifts were wrapped for people that weren’t able to afford gifts for their family.
An upcoming event is the Bull and Oyster Roast on February 21 at HCC. It’s an
event to help out with manpower for the Rotary Club. We are going to there to
assist with the serving food, cleaning up, and helping out with anything else that
needs to be done. The main goal in Interact is to help our community. All students
earn SSL hours for participation in Interact events.
Don’t forget that Spanish club is held every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays
of the month from 3:30 to 4:30. Anyone interested in learning more
about Spanish festival/holidays or Spanish culture is welcome to join
Spanish club. We meet in room 1003. See Sra. Sheffler if you have
any questions or would like to join!
French Club
French club aims to help students better understand the culture and
people of the Francophone world--which is found on all five continents! We try to accomplish this through exploring the food, music
and habits of different Francophone cultures. Some of our activities
include creating cards, playing games, trying new foods and playing
tricks on our classmates!
FBLA
This is an important time in FBLA! We are currently taking our Regional competition exams in attempts to qualify for up coming State competition. For those who
qualify for State go on to national competition. Another event we have coming up
is the Wizards basketball game on February 19th. It’s a group of FBLA members
from all over coming together and meeting each other. This is a fantastic chance to
meet new people and interact with other FBLA members. This is a unique opportunity as prior to the basketball game
students will listen to guest speakers
regarding professional sports management and participate in a college fair.
In November, we participated in the annual SHHS craft show, where
we sold student-created holiday cards, scarves made by some of the
mothers and delicious cookies made by Senor’s Cookies! We had a
great time making “Bûche de Noel” in December and January
brought “La fête des Rois,” where two students found the “fèvre” or
bean in the King’s cake. The “king” and “queen” made us another
cake for our following meeting as is the custom in France for the
bean-finder to do.
Rebel Robotics
Clear Spring High School hosted
the Volvo Group Truck County
VEX Robotics Competition on
January 16, 2016. The South High’s “Rebel Robotics” robot teams
9080S, 9080H, and 9080R all earned spots in the state VEX robotics
competition in March. Congratulations to the Rebel Robotics teams
and best of luck at States!!!
Team 9080S - “The Tank”
Rowdy Lavender
Tristian Mershon
Katie Custer
We are very excited to celebrate Mardi Gras next month! We are
planning to create masks and enjoy more sweet treats! We are also
anxious to participate in the Winter Carnival in February. Watch out
for the crazy fish in April!
Awards:
Tournament Finalist
Skills Award
Design Award
Our meetings are held on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays and all
interested in Francophone culture are invited.
Academic Quiz Team
Team 9080H - “Green Machine” Award:
Kent Ha
Tournament CHAMPION
Maryanne Kimani
James Stell
Team 9080R - “The Rebel”
Brett Custer
Shaelyn Cosgrove
Support team members:
Xianvieve Hulbert
Vincent Fiery
Shyanne Fisher
Sammy Brammer
We are preparing to take on the other schools in the county on
Saturday February 27th at North High. Those Hubs won last
year and we intend on taking the top prize from our rivals. The competition starts at 9:00 am and goes until
noon. You are more than welcome to represent our school at
the competition. For those who wish to see what we are about
or need some more information, see Mr. Rundle in room 3124.
Award:
Tournament Finalist
National Honor Society
Ethan Fiery
Kevin Heichliner
Michael Smith
Paula Tellez
The National Honor Society students have been busy managing
many tasks. In addition to maintain high grades in a variety of challenging Advanced Placement classes, they have also been
peer tutoring after school on Tuesdays with the "Stay Bright, Be
Bright" program. Students are preparing to host a fundraising night
at Panera bread on 2-29-16 (Please attend if possible). Students are
also excited about attending the local Rotary club luncheon at
the Fountain Head club on 3-2-16.
Advisors: Mr. Custer & Mr. Litten
The Rebel Robotics Club meets every
Tuesday afterschool in room
3114. Since this is a competition academic club, we meet all year round
(even some weekends). If interested in
joining, see Mr. Custer or Mr. Litten.
5
Scholarships
Best Buddies
Best Buddies Buzz…
The South High Alumni Scholarship by March 7, 2016
This scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship at South
High. Applicants must demonstrate that they exemplified what a
“Rebel” means. A minimum grade point average of 2.5 is required but applicant must demonstrate participation in school
activities, leadership and special service to either faculty or the
students at South High and complete the required essays. It is
essential that the scholarship packet contain all items requested
including recommendations, transcripts etc. Applications are to
be returned to the Guidance Office before the due date. There are
several scholarships available this year. Winners will be announced on local media television, newspapers and honored by
the alumni of South High. GO REBELS!
* It’s hard to believe we are
now into the second semester. We have had great
times getting to know our
members and building friendships, going on trips and completing
valuable community service projects. We are looking forward to
more fun times to end the school year on a positive note.
* February, just in time for Valentine’s Day, our members will be
selling stuffed bears and cats with candy in the café’ during the 4
lunch shifts from 2/8/16 – 2/12/16, these adorable items are cash
and carry. Great gift to give to your sweetheart for only $2.50.
SunTrust Scholarship Sweepstakes Varied
Scholarship is free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or
financial need. There are 15 chances to win and one winner is
chosen every 2 weeks from Oct to May. Enter at offtocollege.info
* We will have an ice cream social on Friday, 2/19 during 6th period for club members. Please sign up asap.
* We will be collecting items for the W-House, every year we make
baskets containing candy/treats, cosmetics, and hygiene products
for the clients. Items can be donated between March 1st through the
18th, please bring donations to room 1133.
The William Maletsky Memorial Scholarship by April 1, 2016
This scholarship is awarded to a student showing commitment to
higher education. Preference will be given to a student who was a
member of at least one varsity sports team at South. Details are
available at www.cfwcmd.org which is the website for the Community Foundation of Washington County. Please click on
“Grants & Scholarships” then “Applications.” This is the only
way to access this scholarship!!
* We are planning a trip to Hershey in April, details to
come…
* Friday, May 6, we are hosting a county wide
“Special Needs/Life Skills” Prom. The theme is
Peace, Love, & Dance. We have a committee that will
be meeting periodically, if you are interested in helping out, please stop in and see us.
The Ralph Stotlemyer Sr. Memorial Scholarship by April 1, 2016
A scholarship fund created by Ralph "Coach" Stotlemyer, a 2002
People's Choice Award winner, to provide scholarships for South
Hagerstown High School students lettering in athletics Details are
available at www.cfwcmd.org which is the website for the Community Foundation of Washington County. Please click on
“Grants & Scholarships” then “Applications.” This is the only
way to access this scholarship!!
* All are welcome, meetings are every other Tuesday,
afterschool in room 1133. Lots of opportunities to
make new friends and a difference!!
The Sherrill Koontz Scholarship by April 1, 2016
An endowed fund established in memory of Washington County
teacher and activist, Sherry Koontz, to provide scholarships to
young women graduating from South Hagerstown High School.
Details are available at www.cfwcmd.org which is the website for
the Community Foundation of Washington County. Please click
on “Grants & Scholarships” then “Applications.” This is the only
way to access this scholarship!!
2015-2016 Yearbooks
Baby Ads
may be Submitted till March 3rd
$50 Quarter Page, $75 Half Page, $100 Full Page.
Please email Pictures and message to:
littedan@wcps.k12.md.us
Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary by March 14, 2016
Any 2016 high school graduate is eligible for this scholarship.
Applicant must have been accepted in a health care curriculum
such as: Nursing, X Ray Technician, Lab Technician, Physical
and Occupational Therapy. Letter of acceptance is required. Students in pre-nursing or pre-med are not eligible until they have
been accepted fully into their medical curriculum.
Yearbook Prices
$69 January 28th through March 28th
$79 Until Last day of school or Sold Out / Which will happen if
you do not pre-order your yearbook
$100 If we have any left after the last day of school
The American Legion Scholarship Programs Deadlines: Varied
The American Legion offers several scholarship opportunities
such as: The Oratorical Contest, The Legacy Scholarship, Baseball Scholarship, Eagle Scout and the Samsung for high school
juniors only. Application materials and info are available at
www.legion.org. Click on Programs then on Scholarships.
You can order online with a check or credit card at
www.yearbookordercenter.com
School Number 14312
6
Sports
Q: A couple months later, what are your thoughts on the photofinish at states for cross country?
DH: Still kind of bitter because I’ve worked so hard and to lose that
close, at least I went down with a fight and gave an effort in the final
200 meters.
Q: Do you think anybody will ever beat your course record you set
here at South?
DH: Yes, for sure. There are a lot of ones who will run here on this
course so I wouldn’t be surprised.
Q: What does it mean to you to be voted Most Athletic by your
peers?
DH: It was pretty cool because nobody really thinks about cross
county and track runners but the support for the team has grown
with all of our achievements we’ve had recently.
Q: Looking ahead, are there any goals you have set for yourself?
DH: I want to win a state title at least.
Q: Just before the New Year started, you tweeted the total amount of
miles you ran in 2015; you said you ran 2,075 miles total and averaged close to 8 miles a day. What do you think about those numbers?
DH: It’s crazy because I didn’t run every
day but I still had a bunch of miles.
Q: Do you have any advice for younger
and incoming runners?
DH: Keep working hard, stay healthy,
and don’t give up.
Q: Our final question ties into the main
topic of this month’s column theme; what
has been your best sports-related high
school memory? Or, what do you think
you will remember the most after you
graduate?
DH: I’ve done a lot but overall, getting
second in states. Not necessarily how it
ended but how close it was.
By Brayden Leather
If you ask someone who has graduated about their favorite high
school memory, chances are they will involve being at a sporting
event. It could be when they were announced as Homecoming
Queen during the Homecoming football game, raising Spirit Fingers
with the cheerleaders at a basketball game when a player from South
goes for a free-throw, or maybe they played a sport and their best
memories come from being on the field, court, or track. If you have
been to any of the home basketball games this season, you have
probably seen the South High Media Club set up in the corner of the
gym with me wearing a headset announcing games; those moments
are going to be what I remember
after I graduate. But the moments
you remember after high school
happen thanks in part to what is
going on during the game.
Track
The Indoor Track team competes
every Friday (with “B” team
meets on some Wednesdays), at Hagerstown Community College. I
recommend you try to make it to a meet if you haven’t already. The
senior class has some great track stars on the team such as Natalie
Strassberger, who earned All-County honors in Cross Country earlier in the school year. For Strassberger, she continues to lead the
girls among top-finishers and show why she is an All-County runner. Strassberger was also nominated for Most Athletic by her
peers.
The boys rank among the top three in the county in multiple categories as well as the girls who also lead a few categories. McCoy
Dutrow leads the county with the fastest 55 meter dash with a 6.77;
Derek Alleman has the best time in the 55 meter hurdles with a 8.27;
Darren Harman ranks second in the 1,600 meter dash (4:31:63) and
first in the 3,200 (9:43:87). Timmy Witmer also joins Harman
among the top three in the 3,200 with a 10:26:37. The boys team
has the best time in the 4x200 relay with a 1:41:02, and the third best
time in the 4x800 relay with a 9:00:44. Nate Harrison-Moore also
ranks third in the high jump with a 5-6. As for the girls, Tysin Lewis has the third best time in the 55 meter relay (7.80), Rynaisha Jenkins has the second best time in the 55 meter hurdles (9.66), Chelsea
Wright has the longest high jump with a 5-2, and Michaela Hepp is
tied for the third best in the high jump with a 4-6. Hepp also is tied
for third in the pole vault with a 7-6.
He was voted Most Athletic by his classmates in the Class of 2016
Senior Superlatives; he finished eight-hundredths of a second behind
a state championship; he sets records and ends up breaking them.
Darren Harman cannot be stopped. Period. I was fortunate enough
to talk to Darren about his high school track and cross country career.
Girls Basketball
If you listened to our broadcast
of the Varsity Girls Basketball
game against Smithsburg on
December 22nd, you likely heard
me mention how explosive of a
pair Sophomore Tysin Lewis and
Junior Tajah Goodman are. The
two seemed to have a good
rhythm going as they kept paring
up with each other. About 75%
of the time they paired up, they
scored on it via the layup or field goal. Despite the close 47-43 loss,
the two finished with 17 points combined. If you care about the
math, that adds up to 39% (unless you round it up). That is nearly
half of the points the team scored that night. But Goodman and Lewis are not the only good players on the team; the rest of the team is
talented and competitive as well. If you cannot make it out to a Varsity Girls game, don’t worry; the Media Club offers for the first time
ever, a live video and audio stream of every home game. To begin
watching, search on Google, “UStream South Hagerstown,” and listen on the SHHSMedia app, available for free download for all devices.
Interview With Darren Harman
Q: Let’s start off talking about the many achievements you have
made throughout your high school running career; is there any one
that seems to stand out the most over others?
DH: As a whole, basically where I am now and improvements I’ve
made. Of course, the second place finish at states was pretty good
but overall, how much I’ve improved over the years.
7
Sports
Boys Basketball
Wrestling
When it comes to basketball,
the three-point shot is probably
the most recognized shot made
in basketball. Junior Jeff Wetzel knows a thing or two about
these field goals. Just ask him
about the three-pointers he
made during South’s 59-52 win
over Williamsport on January 8th. He made three of them (two in
the first period when he put up twelve points against Williamsport’s
defense), and each one had the crowd in an uproar with excitement
as they watched the ball sail through the air and into the hoop. After
that game, and after seeing a few other games, I knew I needed to
talk to Jeff Wetzel about basketball. So I typed up a few questions
and Jeff answered them when he got the chance.
After earning All-County honors in
football, Senior Brandon Ngati looks to
continue his outstanding senior year in
sports with a strong final year of wrestling and perhaps earn a trip to states.
As of January 15th, Ngati is enjoying a perfect season at 15-0.
Dameyon Garey (5-4) ranks sixth in the county in the 106 pound
class, Derrick Hannah (8-4) ranks second in the county in the 132
pound class, and Tim Heidtke (13-3) ranks second in the 138 pound
class, to round up the Rebel wrestlers who rank among the top in the
county for best record as of January 15th. “So far we have an okay
team. Most are fairly young. . .” Tim Heidtke, a four-year varsity
senior wrestler, said in regards to the team. “Brandon Ngati recently
won the Hub Cup which was a big deal for our team. I placed seventh at 138 and I’ll be dropping to 134 for counties.”
Interview With Jeff Wetzel
Bocce Ball
Q: Let’s start off talking about what was arguably
your best game so far this season, the January 8th
game against Williamsport when you started off
the game with twelve of your 17 points in the first
quarter. What was that like?
JW: I just have not been playing my best so I felt
like I needed to come out and be a leader and
have my team follow my lead.
Q: How big of a win do you think the Williamsport game was?
JW: I think it was a big win because they were apparently the best
[team] in the county, so we knew we had to come out and start out
strong.
Q: To you, which game was the toughest played so far this season?
JW: I would have to say the Urbana game. I didn’t have the right
mindset at all. But it also could’ve been the game against St. James
when I broke my nose and had to leave the game in the third quarter.
Q: Looking ahead, what are you looking forward to the most, and
what are you least looking forward to?
JW: I’m looking forward to recovering from my injury, getting back
and getting my team ready to go back to war to finish the season
strong and get us ready for the playoffs.
Q: Our final question ties into the main topic of this month’s column theme; what has been your best sports-related high school
memory? Or, what do you think you will remember the most after
you graduate?
JW: I will remember and never forget the community. Yes, the
game was or is fun to play, but it wouldn’t be possible without the
fans and the coaches that have made me the player I am today. A
high school memory that has been my best while I’ve played is the
North-South games. They are so much fun because not only is it a
rivalry game, but you’re around pretty much everybody you know so
it’s always a good game to play in or be a part of.
I would like to thank Jeff Wetzel for taking the time to answer a
couple questions and I wish him a quick and full recovery, and as
always, I wish the Boys Basketball teams the best of luck throughout
the remaining games of the season they play.
8
The game of bocce ball is one everyone can have fun playing. Anyone can play and earn a varsity letter at the same time. Bocce ball is
growing in popularity every year it is played. You can make great
memories that will last a lifetime by playing bocce ball during your
time in high school. And if you are not playing, it is fun to be a fan!
Bocce usually competes against in-county schools so you can follow
them throughout the entire winter sports season and not travel too
far. Just ask a player about bocce ball and I can almost guarantee
they will tell you some of their best high school memories come
from playing.
Cheerleading
Before the cheerleaders made the trip to
Westminster High School for the competition on Thursday, February 4th, members
of the cheerleading team knew they had to
put forth hard work and determination,
especially after having their competition
delayed due to the blizzard that closed
school for a week, and they had to overcome various challenges that
came their way; so they did. Senior Amy Smith says the team has
“bonded so well,” and they have become “friends with people we
never expected.”
In addition to leading large football crowds in our “Color Shout,”
the cheerleaders also cheer for the junior varsity and varsity basketball teams. The cheerleading team also comes up with clever “trashtalk” banners for the teams to run through. Going back to my opening paragraph, sports can help cause great high school memories.
Cheerleading is considered a sport (and if you don’t believe it, try
lifting another human up over yourself and balancing their weight
while they strike a pose), and lot of
great memories have been made by, and
thanks in part to, the cheer teams South
has had. Don’t be afraid to join them
when they start a cheer, and don’t be
afraid to get loud. It is sports, after all,
and you only have four years in high
school, so why not use them to show
that Rebel Pride?
Distinguished Honor Roll
Marking Period 2
Grade 9
Logan M. Abbott
Emily G. Alexander
Madeline R. Blash
Jason P. Gardner
Taliah N. Hodges
Maliesha D. Hughes
Steffany L. Maldonado
Patience O. Moses
Hallee M. Robinson
William L. Ross, Jr.
Michael N. Seredich
Carsyn J. Shipway
Armani D. Travis
Jonathon M. True
Grade 10
Cassie R. Bedard
Aiyana I. Colon
Madison R. Cook
Britni C. Dickens
Joshuana N. Edmond
Laiba Javed
Faith O. Moses
J’Rya J. Neal
Shea M. Przywieczerski
Adelina J. Rolea
Katia Salazar-Barbosa
Tyrese M. Simpkins
Corinn A. Snyder
Matthew E. Wagner
Victoria M. Williford
Joseph W. Wolfe
Judah M. Womack
Samirrea M. Wright
Grade 11
Natalie E. Alexander
(Rhoshima A. Bromfield)
Benjamin P. Carbaugh
Sarah J. Cartwright
Madilyn C. Drust
Megan L. Frey
Courtland D. Hahn
Mary T. Hamilton
Matthew P. Mannick
Brianna N. Mills
Hannah R. Moore
Paola F. Tellez-Herver
Dai-Bao Van
Timothy J. Witmer
Grade 12
Allyson C. Buffington
Miguel-Carlo T. Decastro
Kayle L. Farrow
Meranda J. Foltz
Darren J. Harman
Daniel T. Harrast
Savannah K. Martinez
Mariah E. McPherson
Katelyn C. Mehrling
Amy M. Metz
Jessica S. Miller
Justin R. Mitchell
Alexandra L. Mourton
Madison T. Nareski
Toby L. Peer II
Sawyer H. Rachor
Brianna J. Spangler
Elizabeth A. Stell
Natalie E. Stevens
John T. Strauss
Emmanuel M. Teferi
Honor Roll
Grade 9
Tyler D. Adkins
Daverion J. Artis
John C. Baldwin, Jr.
Elias J. Blumenberg
Samantha N. Brammer
Rida S. Bukhari
Asia Marie P. Carbaugh
Hannah M. Chaney
Kira S. Davis
Devon T. Douglas
Dashawn T. Duncan Owens
Judly M. Dupont
Emily R. Eaton
Vincent M. Fiery
Mallory A. Fleagle
Ally M. Frushour
Jazzman D. Gary
Deyshaylee Gonzalez-Vega
Miel A. Guerrero-Cardenas
Brianna L. Guyer
Michael R. Hawbaker
Kendi N. Henderson
Kaitlin A. Hockenberry
Xianvieve T. Hulbert
Brionna L. Johnson
Tyler J. Johnson
Bonnie D. Kackley
Imani D. Kayeye
Dillon C. Keller
Jeremy A. Kifer, Jr.
Jeannine R. Kulpinski|
Sianna D. Lauer
9
Immanuel S. Lowery-James
Ishah S. Malik
Kara F. Malott
Carson D. Mathews
Molly E. McCook
Fulton R. Meaney
Sydney J. Moser
Sara E. Murray
Brian S. Page
Karan P. Patel
Skylar A. Patterson
Abbie N. Rice
Christopher J. Salazar
Jasmine N. Scott
Amaya R. Shirley
Sydney K. Shumaker
Jaya K. Smith
Honor Roll
Honor Roll
Grade 10
Ruslan I. Akhmedov
Shawn E. Alvarez
Graciela F. Amaguana
Allyson A. Barger
Mila L. Benner
Caroline D. Bowman
Mattie L. Bryant
Kahlil L. Butler
Aaron P. Carbaugh
Devyn J. Carey
Jaziria A. Carson
Autumn R.Cavendar
Darren C. Chea
Marcus J. Cheese
Denise Chen
Hunter J. Clark
Lilly K. Coburn
Noah W. Condino
Brett A. Custer
Loren V. Diggs
Taylor S. Dorm
Tyler T. Dorman
Andreas E. Etape
Aiden S. Farrar
Kenneth D. Flores-Rodriguez
Tiana C. Ford
Kavon H. Gaines
Bailey S. Goeins
Derrick M. Hannah
Amir L. Harris
Tattum L. Havens
Meghan L. Hinebaugh
Caitlynne E. Johnson
David S. Johnson
Jakob A. Key
Kimberly L. Kovar
Tyra V. Martina
Angelina Menowsky-Adames
Erica L. Metz
Nadia N. Metz
Alyssa A. Miller
Jake A. Mitchell
Chase P. Molony
Daijah M. Palmer
Mya R. Rasco
Kaylyn M. Rodgers
Elizabeth A. Rohr
Yarimar Rojas-Cartagena
Sandu Salcutan
Andrew E. Santori
Mason P. Seals
Alyssa S. Smetzer
Jade L. Smith
Kaylah M. Smothers
Francy C. Snyder
Jakob C. Snyder
Christina B. Tapley
Julia A. Taylor
Karla D. Tellez
Dustin R. Wagner
Christian M. Webb
Kara E. Weikert
Madison E. Welsh
Nathaniel A. Wilson
Gordon C. Young
Cristian Zamora-Zamora
Qin J. Zheng
Grade 12
Grade 11
Akira D. Berry
Jacob D. Bertrand
Maryland L. Broadus
Laurynn D. Cooper-Jordan
Tahmeia A. Dingle
Lucas Dobre-Mofid
Marcus Dobre-Mofid
Stephen K. Dunn
Christian Antho R. Durante
Rebecca A. Embly
Ethan M. Fiery
Santanna N. Fostek
Brayan A. Guzman
Kent T. Ha
Dejah M. Hawkins
Emmanuel C. Heard, Jr.
Essynce S. Henderson
Kaylee N. Hykes
Antonio L. Jennings
Sidney E. Kelly
Ashley N. Kessler
Jonathan G. Kidwell
Bailey K. Knight
Briana G. Legette|
Mayhen M. Lockley
Emma R. Lorenzen
Dajohnna L. Lyles
Hanan A. Malik
Dylan M. Mannick
Seth A. Mannick
Heaven R. Massie
Michael E. McCook
Micah H. Mills
Jonathan C. Monroe
Amanda L. Moore
Eniola A. Olaniyan
Phillip A. Pappas
Arlene Paulino
Herwin R. Sarabia
Bryce A. Schloe
Kaylee N. Schroyer
Haley S. Siefers
Naomi J. Tasker
Sarah R. Touhey
Tiarah L. Townsend
10
Shabree A. Brown
Landon W. Buzzerd
Brittany N. Campbell
Courtney L. Cook
Andrew J. Craig
Megan E. Crawford
Megan E. Desmond
Jonathan E. Diaz-Freire
Abby M. Giancola
Diamond D. Hamilton
Jacob A. Hardesty
Kny D. Hawkins
Timothy J. Heidtke
Justin M. Herold
Benjamin J. Higgins
Cameron S. Jacobs
Alengta G. Jernigan
Zoe L. Keener
Melissa A. Keller
Danielle N. Lauer
Joshua E. Lawrence
Zachary T. Martin
Jennifer M. Miller
Cole B. Mills
Caroline E. O’Reilly
Natalie A. Pandolfi
Megan S. Potter
Thomas B. Renegar, Jr.
Sean C. Roberts
Hope C. Shindle
Chad D. Shumaker
Amy J. Smith
Natalie W. Strassberger
James S. Tapley
Mackala C. Thompson
Ty E. Wade
Dylan P. Weaver
Chelsea F. Wright
Amanda H. Yeatts
Sean M. Younker
Be Active / Be Involved
Rebel Athletics
Fall
Cheerleading
Baseball
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Basketball
Boys
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Cross Country
Football
Varsity
Lacrosse
Freshman
Junior Varsity
Freshman
Boys
Varsity
JV
Girls
Varsity
Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Golf
Soccer
Bocce Ball
Boys
Softball
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Cheerleading
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Indoor Track
Varsity
JV
Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
Unified Track
Varsity
JV
Unified Tennis
Spring
Winter
Volleyball
Rebel
Clubs
Best Buddies
Interact Club
Rebel Marching Band
Class Officers
The Midnighters Jazz Ensemble
Robotics / Engineering
Color Guard
Key Club
Spanish Club
Concert Band
Link Crew
Spot Lighters
Concert Choir
Media Club
Starshine Rebel Quilters
Diversity Achievement Council (D. A. C.)
Mock Trial
Student Government Association
French Club
National Honor Society
Wind Ensemble
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Peer Helpers
Yearbook
Indoor Percussion
11
12
ADDENDUM NEWLY ARRIVED
February 22, 2016
Character Counts of Washington County by March 17, 2016
Student must have attended public high school in Washington County. Student must also have demonstrated the best re
sentation of the 6 pillars of Character Counts. Acceptance to 2 or 4 year post-secondary institution is required.
The West Hagerstown Lions Club Scholarship by April 15, 2016
The scholarship is a $500 non-renewable award. Applicant must be a member of the senior class of South High, North Hig
Technical High schools. Applicant must also been accepted to an accredited college or trade/technical school. 2 letters of r
ommendation are required. Details are available in the guidance office scholarship drawer.
The Dunbar Brooks Excellence Scholarshipby April 20, 2016
The scholarship is awarding two $1000 scholarships and nine $500 scholarships. Applicant must be a member of the senior
class and have a grade point average of 3.0 as of the end of the first semester during one’s senior year. Demonstrated leade
ship in addressing diversity and helping others. Diverse groups include: race/ethnicity, gender, age, disability or poverty.
plicant must be pursuing post-secondary education. Nomination forms available in the guidance office.
The Rotary Essay Contest and Scholarship by March 21, 2016
This scholarship is awarding two $1000 scholarships. Essay is based on the business ethics 4 way test. Is it the truth? Is
fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Winner must att
the selected Rotary club meeting to present their essay and claim the award. Meeting and luncheon will take place on
Wednesday, April 27 at Fountainhead Country Club.
Korean War Veterans Association by April 15, 2016
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to academically qualified students of Washington County. Scholarship is available to graduating seniors of Washington County students from public or private schools. Certified
home schooled students are also eligible. Applicant must be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of the Korean
War. Details are available in the guidance office.
The Elk’s Vocational Scholarshipby March 15, 2016
Applicants must be pursuing programs no longer than 2 years in duration and must culminate in a certificate, diploma or ass
ciate degree, but not a bachelor’s degree. Applications are to be submitted to Hagerstown Elks Lodge #378 prior to
March 15. Accuracy and completeness is paramount prior to sending to the state level for judging.
13
Elk’s Lodge #378 Lee Ridenour Memorial Scholarshipby March 31, 2016
The applicant must be a high school senior, Washington County resident and either a son, daughter or grandchild of a member
in good standing or deceased member of Lodge #378. Applicant must enroll as a full time college student and have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. The awards are as follows: First place, renewable $1000 for a maximum of 4
years. 2nd place is a single award of $1000 and 3rd place is a single award of $500.
Maryland PTA Scholarshipby March 18, 2016
The applicant must be a senior pursuing a career in education with schools of Maryland. There is no restriction on the selection of college for the applicant. Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 un-weighted grade point average. The following factors are considered: commitment to a career in education, academic record and student’s resume.
The Jean Cushwa Art Scholarshipby May 3, 2016
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts Announces the Jean Cushwa Art Scholarship Award. The $1,000 Scholarship
will be awarded to one Graduating High School Senior who resides in Washington County, Maryland. The student must plan
to pursue a career in Visual Art, Art History, Art Education, Design, Architecture, or Museum Studies. Funds are to be used to
support tuition and fees for the first year of college.
The Massey Roe Youth Scholarship/Hagerstown Lions by April 18, 2016
The applicant must be a graduating senior from North, South, Tech High, Barbara Ingram or St. Maria Goretti high schools or
home schooled within those districts or past recipient of this scholarship. Scholarship assistance is available for up to 8 semes
ters of study. Accredited college or university enrollment is required to be eligible. Details are available in the guidance office.
The Cynthia E Morgan Memorial Scholarshipby February 25, 2016
This scholarship is awarded to a Maryland high schools or college student who is a first generation college student who either
already attending or will be attending a Maryland college or medical school with a major in the medical related field.
The Angie M Houtz Memorial Fund by April 30, 2016
This $3000 memorial scholarship is in honor of Angie Houtz who was a victim of the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks. Applicants
must have a minimum un-weighted 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, grade point average. Applicant must also have at least 200 hours
of community service in the last 5 years. Application is on www.theangiefund.com and some copies are available in guidance.
The Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Club of MD scholarshipby May 3, 2016
Applicant must be a member, son or daughter of the Steelers Fan Club of MD registered at Cancun Cantina/Barefoot Bernie’s
of Hagerstown. Applicant must have been a member for a minimum of 1 year and in good standing. Graduating seniors from
14
a high school in Washington County, private or other school in
which the student qualifies. Applications available in Guid-
PLEASE BE AWARE OF ALL THE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS ON THE FOLLOWING
WEBSITES:
www.cfwcmd.org
www.mhec.state.md.us
www.yourfuturestartsnowwcps.com
15