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The Old Post Sentinel
Issue 14 Volume 93
Vincennes Lincoln High School’s student newspaper...since 1924
Scholastic Art winners announced
February 6, 2016
It’s time to
register to
vote
By SCHAE JONES
OPS news editor
This year’s Scholastic Art and Writing award winners have been announced. The following Lincoln students have
been recognized. From left, Ashley Kincaid, honorable mention in drawing/illustration; Chasity Trueblood, silver
key in printmaking; Paris Fithian, honorable mention in mixed media and in drawing/illustration; Amanda Siddall,
honorable mention in drawing/illustration; Ava Kotter, silver key in textiles and silver key in drawing/illustration;
Sophia Lane, honorable mention in drawing/illustration and for portfolio. OPS staff photo by Daniel Black.
Lincoln students leave their mark
BY KAITLYN
LUNSFORD
OPS staff writer
During the month of January the Lincoln Random
Acts of Kindness Club offered a colorful fundraiser
that allowed students to permanently leave their mark
on LHS.
Students were able to buy
a spot on the second floor
walls to leave their handprint, signature, and year of
graduation.
With each handprint costing five dollars, the “Leave
Your Mark” fundraiser
reigned in a total of $535.
All proceeds from the project will go towards needed
supplies for the animal shelter.
RAK supervisor, Tanya
Stoll, hopes to bring back
the fundraiser next school
year.
“We wanted to start in December, but got busy with
several other projects and
didn't want to distract students during finals, so we
decided to wait until this semester. Then with the delays
and snow cancellations, we
were moved back again. We
hope everyone got the
chance to participate, but if
not, we will try and accom-
modate them,” said Stoll.
According to Stoll, senior
Shelby Adams lead the
fundraiser, but the rest of the
community service class had
a significant role in helping
students leave their mark.
“We'd like to thank everyone who took part in the
project and brightened up
the hallway and helped us
raise money for the animal
shelter at the same time,”
added Stoll.
Throughout the school
year RAK produces several
projects and fundraisers for
students to partake in. However, the “Leave Your Mark”
fundraiser allowed students
to support the animal shelter,
while coloring the school
hallway with their handprints.
“I hope all of our projects
and fundraisers are focused
on serving others, but this
one holds a life lesson for
those who took part in the
activity.
“No matter where you go
and what you do, you will
‘leave a mark’ with your actions and attitudes, or lack
thereof. Just like the handprint that was left on the
wall, we should all focus on
leaving the best ‘Mark’ possible,” elaborated Stoll.
Franklin places
in contest
By MACEY TIGHE
OPS staff writer
Sophomore students take time during enrichment to leave their handprint on the second floor walls. The Random Acts of Kindness club ran the “Leave Your Mark”
fundraiser to raise money for the local animal shelter. OPS staff photo.
Instrumental competition today in Evansville
By AUTUMN RHODES
OPS staff writer
Vincennes Lincoln High
School band students have
been getting ready for instrumental solo and ensemble contest taking place
today at Evansville North
High School. This is a competition that shows the student’s individual talent
alone, not just the talent they
have when playing with the
whole band.
Kyle Beaman, a sophomore, is playing the trumpet.
He will be playing the song
Democracy is founded on a
basis that everyone has a
voice. One way Americans
can use their voice and be involved in their government is
to vote. This year’s election is
quickly approaching and
many students still in high
school are eligible to vote.
The presidential campaign
season is in full swing and primary season has officially
started. In order to be eligible
to vote you must be at least 18
by the next general or municipal election. If you are eligible to vote an important date
to remember is the voter registration deadline of April 4.
If you meet the requirements and are registered to
vote by Apr. 4, the Indiana
primary date is May 3. To
vote in the primaries, a voter’s
closest polling place can be
discovered online through
www.indianavoters.com.
Through this website, voters
can also complete their voter
registration and find more information about absentee voting.
If you do not wish to register online, voter registration
can be completed in person at
the voter registration or
county clerk’s office, any Bureau of Motor Vehicles license branch or public
assistance office.
“Suite” by Henri Tomas. He
is also in a trio with Seth
Arnold and Dalton Might
playing the song “Jupiter
Polka.”
Students prepare a piece
for competition and then
perform in front of a judge
or judges who then critique
their playing. They are
given a score that translates
into a particular rating, with
gold being the highest.
Most importantly, they get
specific feedback from
judges on what they did well
or may need to work on.
Arnold enjoys doing the
solo and ensemble.
“It’s one of the best experiences for an instrumentalist
to play and be judged alone
for how good you are,” he
said.
Beaman sees great benefit
in doing this competition.
“It helps with nerves and
getting better at playing in
front of people. It also challenges you into playing
harder music and making
you better all around.’’
He hopes to place high
among the other competitors.
“I’ve been working hard
on my solo and trio for
months. Now it’s time to
show it off!” he said.
Sophomore Brett Bauer
will be playing the alto saxophone version of “Air for
Alto”
By doing this, he plans on
becoming a better player and
to become more comfortable
playing by himself. He
hopes to achieve a gold rating.
In all, 25 Lincoln students
will compete today.
Adviser Haley S. Lancaster contributed to this
story.
On Feb. 2, Schae Jones,
Karlye Vonderwell, and Madison Franklin all competed in
the Rotary Speech contest.
All speeches had to include
themes on leadership, service,
and the Four Way Test. The
Four Way Test is a series of
questions: Is it the truth? Is it
fair to all concerned? Will it
build goodwill and better
friendships? Will it be beneficial?
Both Vonderwell and Jones
were disqualified for going
over the four to six minute
time limit. Franklin received
first place.
Franklin’s speech was about
relating social media to the
Rotary’s Four Way Test. She
got inspiration for her speech
through her own feed on social media.
“The hardest part was finding the right words to get
across my message,” said
Franklin.
Franklin will go to to compete in the Rotary Speech district-level competition in the
spring.
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Opinions
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Question of the Week: What is the worst excuse you’ve heard for not doing homework?
“My dog ate it.”
Robin Abel
freshman
“I just didn’t feel like
doing it.”
Tristan Lett
senior
“Sorry, I fell asleep.”
Alexx Blair
junior
“One day, a student
came into class and told
me ‘My hamster ate my
homework.’”
Chaz Hendrix
science teacher
Open your heart and your home to a pet
By HANNAH WILLIAMS
OPS sports editor
In the United States alone,
approximately 8 million cats
and dogs are taken into shelters each year. Of those 8
million, 3 million are euthanized, or put down. Over
half of the animals euthanized each year are treatable,
healthy animals, but there is
simply no room in the shelters across the nation. These
statistics prove just how important adopting animals really is.
Adopting animals from
shelters or taking them in off
the streets is a wonderful
thing many families should
consider. These adopted pets
would become beloved, irreplaceable members of their
families.
Rescuing a shelter animal
is an extremely fulfilling
deed. Coming home to a
happy, healthy, and grateful
animal is a fantastic reward
after adoption.
There are plenty more reasons to adopt animals.
Adopting animals gives
everyone the chance to save
a life. Saving an animal
from an overpopulated shelter results in a loving, lifelong friend and helps local
shelters. Shelters with too
many animals require more
food, veterinary help, and
volunteers.
The act of adopting an animal prevents cruel puppy
mills from receiving benefits, helps regulate the number of homeless animals on
the streets, and gives a deserving animal a loving
home.
Puppy mills across the nation are large-scale commercial dog breeding
establishments where profit
is a priority over the wellbeing of the dogs. These establishments are inhumane
and cruel. Adopting animals
from shelters allows these
businesses to fail.
Adopting any animal is a
life changing event. Adoption not only changes your
life, but the animal’s as well.
Preparation before adopting an animal is the number
one priority. Animals need
suitable living space, the
correct food, and a loving
family. With all of this, there
is no doubt that an adopted
animal would become the
perfect addition to any family.
Theater can open your mind
Trying arts in your high
school career is an amazing
activity to be involved in.
The arts allow you to be creative and learn more about
yourself. Being involved in
the arts such as marching
band, choir, the musicals, the
plays, art, photography,
stage crew, and technical
theatre while extremely fun
also looks great on college
applications.
I've been involved in choir
for four years and the spring
musicals at Lincoln High
School for three years. In
that time I have learned
amazing stage presence and
I've felt more confident in
myself. I think the arts are
definitely something everyone should try.
You don't have to be able
to sing, dance, or draw to be
involved in the arts. You can
help make the magic happen
behind the scenes at your
school plays and musicals.
Studies by the University
of Sydney's Faculty of Education and Social Work and
the Australian Council for
the Arts have shown that students who participate in the
arts have higher self-esteem,
drive, motivation, life satisfaction, and are involved in
class more.
Not only do the arts improve your learning ability
and wellbeing, they are
where you meet diverse people. You are surrounded by
people who share a common
passion but at the same time
are entirely different from
you. Everyone involved in
the arts have their own
uniqueness and talents that
they bring together and create something special.
Being involved in the arts
is also a great stress reliever.
For the last four years I've
been involved in the arts
anytime I needed a break
from homework and daily
stress I've looked to the arts
to feel better. The arts are all
about bringing joy to the intended audience and the people around you. It's a perfect
escape from daily struggles
and stressful times.
Many people think that the
arts are only for a certain
group of people but that's far
from true. Anyone can be involved and bring their own
individuality into art. That's
what makes the arts important and worth trying.
KNOX COUNTY
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
All scholarships are available at https://www.communityfoundationalliance.org/kn
ox/scholarships/ and due by
Feb. 15.
Heather Bird Memorial
Scholarship ($1000)
Scholarship for dependents
of active members of the Vin-
cennes Township Fire Department with at least one
year of service.
Jay Lampton Memorial
Scholarship (TBD)
Applicants must plan to
pursue a degree in auto mechanics.
McKinley Avenue Presbyterian Church Student Scholarship ($650)
Persis McClure Hurst Me-
morial Scholarship ($1200)
Graduating seniors with an
interest in English or history
or plan to pursue a major in
English or history.
Robert W. Nordhorn Memorial Scholarship ($400)
This is for seniors who are
enrolled in Technical Theatre,
Band, or Choir or who have
participated in theatre or musical productions.
By ANASTASIA KELLER
OPS copy editor
Many different kinds of
animals are taken into shelters. The amount of animals
available makes it that much
easier to find an animal you
connect with.
Often times people choose
against adoption because
they want a specific breed of
animal or a specific age.
Purebred young animals are
not the only animals that
will make good pets.
It has been proven that
having a pet makes you happier and healthier. Those
who cannot adopt but want
to, can still help out with
sheltered animals. There is
always a need for volunteers
at local shelters and humane
societies.
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Review: ‘Creed’
By ZAK MCGAVIC
OPS staff writer
I recently watched the
movie “Creed” and I really
enjoyed this film. This film
was an inspiring sequel to all
of the Rocky movies.
The film is inspired by the
death of Apollo Creed, formerly played by Carl Weathers, the friend and opponent
of Sylvester Stalone’s Rocky.
Michael B. Jordan plays
Adonis Creed, the long lost
son of Apollo. Adonis was a
troubled youngster who
started out in a group home
and then was moved to a detention hall after getting into
some trouble.
As Adonis grows older and
stronger, he moves in with
Apollo’s wife and he is
spoiled and treated like royalty. He started fighting from
Schott North America
Scholarship ($1000)
Dependents of employees
for Schott North America or
Gemtron Corporation facilities may apply for this scholarship.
Velma and Herbert Pepmeier Scholarship (two
$4000 awards)
This is for graduating high
school seniors who are affili-
a young age and learned to
live on the streets as well as at
home with Mrs. Creed.
He goes on a wild adventure to find himself as a
fighter after quitting his day
job.
He goes to Philadelphia to
find long time friend and
enemy of his father, Rocky
Balboa. Rocky was a boxing
champion for years and met
Apollo twice in the ring and
was also trained by Apollo.
Adonis works as hard as he
can to be trained by rocky
after being turned down several times by Balboa.
Adonis is successful in his
fighting career. This movie
shows you that no matter how
rough you started out you can
still finish on top.
“Creed” was released in
November and is rated PG13.
ated with St. Johns United
Church of Christ in Vincennes or Bethel Church in
Freelandville.
Zack Arnold Memorial
Scholarship ($1500)
Seniors who have been a
member of the high school
golf team for at least two
years may apply.
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Lincoln Scoreboard
BOYS BASKETBALL
vs. Evansville Harrison Jan. 29
Junior Varsity 56-44 Won
Varsity 55-48 Lost
at South Knox Jan. 27
Freshman 35-32 Lost
GIRLS BASKETBALL
at Pike Central Feb. 2
Varsity 61-26 Won
vs. Mount Carmel Jan. 28
Junior Varsity 48-40 Won
Varsity 40-22 Won
SWIMMING
Boys
vs. Gibson Southern Jan. 28
Varsity Won 92-84
Girls
vs. Gibson Southern Jan. 28
Varsity 162-59 Won
WRESTLING
at Castle IHSAA Sectional Jan. 30
Placed 9th
Schedule
BASKETBALL
Feb. 6 vs. Pike Central
Feb. 12 vs. Boonville
Feb. 13 vs. Heritage Hills
BOYS SWIMMING
Feb. 8 at F J Reitz High School--Lloyd Pool
GIRLS SWIMMING
Feb. 6 at Jasper--Sectional
BOYS WRESTLING
Feb. 6 at Castle--Regional
Feb. 13 at Evansville Central--Semi State
Girls basketball sectional
wraps up tonight
BY LAUREN McCRARY
OPS staff writer
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Students partake in YMCA ball
By LUKE BLACKBURN
OPS staff writer
Here in Indiana, we play
basketball. Whether it be
with a school, local organization, or just out in the
driveway, there’s always a
game to be found. For
some, the NBA pipedream
carries out all the way
through high school. For
others, it dies young. But
for three groups of Lincoln
students, there is still a game
to be found outside the walls
of Alice Arena.
YMCA high school
league, formally known as
church league, kicked off its
season on Monday. The season will be four weeks long
with each team playing two
games a week. The league
has a very low number this
year with only four teams.
However, three of those
teams are from Lincoln.
One Lincoln student, Jeremiah Brooks, is a huge fan
of playing in the YMCA
league.
“I just love playing with
the squad,” he said after the
game on Monday. “But I really want to beat the South
Knox team.”
Brooks and the rest of his
team come to play for a
number of reasons. Most
players come out to play the
legendary Indiana past time.
However, Lincoln senior
Blake Barmes has a different
reasons.
“I play to impress girls
with my sick moves,” said
Barmes.
With such little numbers
this year, the tournament
championship should feel
very much in the grasp of all
four teams. Barmes is very
confident in his team in the
tournament.
“We have a 25 percent
chance of winning, so I like
our odds,” he mentioned.
Through the past few years
in YMCA league, a team’s
choice of coach has been a
big deal. This year Brooks’
team, known as the Scrubs,
chose girls’ tennis coach
David Bruner to lead the
way. With a 1-0 record, it is
proving to be the correct
choice.
“I think he deserves coach
of the year,” Brooks said.
“There is no one better.”
Games are on Mondays
and Thursdays at 7 and 8
p.m. There is no charge for
admission. However, there
is a never-ending flow of entertainment from players and
coaches alike.
Athlete of the Week: Jalen Cardinal
By GABRIEL QUINTANILLA
OPS staff writer
This week's athlete of the
week is freshman Jalen Cardinal. He is the son of Greg
and Shawn Cardinal. He also
has a sister, Alexa Cardinal.
Cardinal has been playing
basketball for eight years.
He also is involved in baseball and football. He is also
a member of the Interact
Club.
Cardinal’s most memorable sports moments are
playing with his teammate
Anthony Smith.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is Cardinal’s most admired athlete.
“I admire his work
ethic on and off the
field. He also displays
good character and
sportsmanship.”
Cardinal’s post-high
school plans are to
play baseball for Indiana University. His
off-season activities
are attending camps
and practicing for the
sport in season.
What Cardinal has
learned for sports is,
“The value of teamwork and to be accountable.”
His advice to
younger athletes is,
“Always give it your all and
Contributed photo.
always listen and respect
your coaches.”
Superbowl odds: It’s the Panthers’ year
By LUKE BLACKBURN
OPS staff writer
The sports question of the
past two weeks is obvious.
On Feb. 2, the girls basketball team crushed the Pike Cen- Who will win the Super
tral Chargers in Round 1 of sectionals. They are very happy Bowl?
about their draw, with Princeton on the other side of the
Can Peyton Manning combracket.
pletely put a cherry on top of
“I felt like we were straight ballin’ last night!” said sopho- his legendary career with a
more Lindsey Sparks on Wednesday. “The bus ride to and
possibly final Super Bowl
from the game was fun and exciting!”
ring? Or can MVP-hopeful
The girls got the victory over Pike Central with a score of Cam Newton dab one final
61-26. Every player who came off the bench scored, with
time on his already incredible
junior Allison Hein and sophomore Abi Haynes each pulling season?
Unfortunately,
10 points.
Hoosiers may come out disUsually a top scorer, Jenee Goodwin had to sit this round
appointed when time runs out
out due to injury.
on tomorrow night.
Sophomore Chasity Trueblood brought in 7 points, as did
While Manning’s career has
fellow sophomore Sparks.
been incredible, this year was
“We played a great game, got the dub and Round 1 is fin- by far his worst. He threw
ished. We still climbing!” said Haynes.
just nine touchdowns, with 17
“We have to cheer each other on and push each other to get interceptions and a passer ratbetter” says senior Shelby Boger. “We have to play our best ing of just 67.9. To put that in
and fight for that sectional win.”
In the semi-finals last night the Lady Alices faced rival
Jasper Wildcats to advance to the championship. Due to OPS
publishing deadlines, we are unable to report the outcome of
that game.
“It’s sectional week, so we are already pumped up to play
but we have to keep encouraging everyone and keep our
spirits high,” senior Lauren Frederick said. “Our goal is to
win sectionals and even beyond.”
The Lady Alices have not taken a sectional title since
2009.
The championship game is tonight at 6:30 at Princeton.
OPS adviser Haley S. Lancaster contributed to this story.
perspective, Cam Newton’s
passer rating was a 99.4 at the
end of regular season. Manning will go up against a Carolina defense that is hands
down the best this year. Linebacker Luke Kuechly was
listed as the best player in the
entire Super Bowl by
ESPN.com.
Beyond the stats, the Panthers are just clicking on all
cylinders. They have one regular season loss with a schedule that is easily one of the
toughest. They had some serious doubters throughout the
season.
Admittedly, I was one of
them.
But if anything was to ensure their legitimacy it would
be their win against Arizona.
Arizona actually led the
power rankings coming into
the playoffs and they were
undoubtedly a powerhouse.
After a 49-15 routing of that
powerhouse, the Panthers
proved they are not to be
beaten. They are also favored
by Vegas betters.
The 50th anniversary Super
Bowl champion will be the
Carolina Panthers. Their
swagger and winning attitude
makes them a public enemy.
It just so happens that those
traits also put them that ahead
of the Broncos.
Admittedly, I would love to
see Manning’s career end
with a win. If anyone deserves it, it’s him. But sometimes teams are just too
talented and building momentum. That team is the Carolina Panthers.
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Senior Spotlight: Trent McCrary
By JULIA ZHU
OPS features editor
This week’s senior spotlight belongs to Trent McCrary. Trent is the son of
Troy and Chris McCrary and
the brother to Corbin and
Lauren. He has a dog named
Casper and a cat named Jasmin.
His hobbies include hanging out with his friends,
school plans are to either attend Purdue or attend Vincennes University and then
later transfer to Purdue. He
plans on studying pharmacy
and currently has an internship at Walgreen’s pharmacy.
His favorite teachers are
Steve Toy, Kreg Battles,
and Kevin Myers.
“You’re never a loser
until you quit trying,” by
Mike Ditka is his favorite
quote.
McCrary’s most memorable moment is going to
the semi-state basketball
game in 2015, and his most
embarrassing moment was
attending the wrong class
for half a period his freshman year.
Contributed photo
His favorite books are the
Harry Potter books and his
playing ping pong and basfavorite television show is
ketball, and hanging out
“The 100.”
with his girlfriend, South
McCrary’s favorite part of
Knox senior Macy
attending Lincoln are the
Flaningam.
“great teachers” and sporting
McCrary is a member of
events.
the Kiwanis Key Club, Teen
His advice to underclassCourt, National Honor Socimen is to take part of the inety, and Varsity Men. He is
ternship program their senior
also a varsity member of
year.
both the baseball and tennis
“You will love it!” he exteams.
claimed.
McCrary’s post high
Around the VCSC:
Schools take a positive approach
BY STACY VIERRA
OPS staff writer
Positive Behavior Intervention Support is a program
invented to help students
everywhere promote good
behavior and reward them
when they are caught being
good. This is a worldwide
program, and our four elementary schools have a
PBIS program. They’ve
been in place since 2008.
While the program is essentially the same, each school
handles it differently.
“[Principal Kelly] McCarty brought the idea to my
attention-she had been reading up on approaches to deal
with behavior, and liked
what she saw,” said Valerie
Kelly, teacher at Francis
Vigo Elementary and PBIS
coach. “This is the first reward program that is this intensive. As the coach I had
14 days of training the first
year, followed by 12 days
the second. It's a well
thought out program and the
Universal Team of teachers
were included on 6-8 training days that second year so
it was done in a very thorough manner.”
Ever since then, Vigo has
trained faculty in how to implement the program with
their students with slogan
the Bulldog Be’s : Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be
Prepared, and Be Your Best.
“Students are given Lucky
Bulldogs for Positive behavior seen throughout the day.
On Thursdays, one lucky
name is drawn from each
room. Those students get to
eat at the Lucky Bulldog
table in the cafeteria.
[Christy] Jarvis, our social
worker, has fun activities for
them. Then, one of those students is chosen as the overall
weekly winner. His or her
name appears on the sign
outside the building, and
later he or she will eat pizza
with the principal. When our
doghouse is full of Lucky
Bulldog certificates, we have
an all-school celebration. It
can be anywhere from a
dance party outside, to indoor Bingo, or a snack of
Hugs (drinks) and Kisses
(Hershey’s)” said Kelly.
“...it's wonderful seeing them
beam because
they know their
behavior is
good.”
--Valerie Kelly
teacher
There are great benefits to
the program.
“Although there are times
when we have to remind and
reteach, it's wonderful seeing
them beam because they
know their behavior is good.
It makes it easy for the
teachers because we use the
same language and system
through the school so we can
be helpful with all students,
not just our own,” Kelly explained. “Our parents are always very supportive of
anything that helps our students be their best.”
Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary has been using the
program for four years and
believes that it's important to
build positive relationship
with kids. They also use the
“Be’s” as their slogan every
morning. When following
the expectations of the building students receive what
they call Eagle Feathers as
rewards and when the
Eagle’s nest is full they have
PBIS celebrations.
At Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, students are
rewarded with Benjamins--a
reward ticket--for going
above and beyond, having
good behavior, kindness, academic achievement and
also student of the week.
“Students are excited to
earn Benjamins and to attend the reward activities,”
said Beth Lindsey, social
worker for Franklin. “We
have parents that help with
our events as they arrive.”
James Whitcomb Riley Elementary Students have
PAW powers that they can
earn for their behavior, and
they can be turned in for individual rewards and then
classroom and school wide
rewards take place as well
for following expectations.
Artist of the Week:
Alycia Bickel
OPS photpo by Mackenzie Orr
By MACKENZIE ORR
OPS staff writer
This week’s artist of the
week is Alycia Bickel.
Bickel is a member of the
Vincennes Lincoln Accents
Choir.
She is the daughter of
Jason and Stacee Bickel. She
is older than her five brothers, Jeremiah, Lucas, Jonah,
Elijah, and Jude.
Bickel became a part of
chorus in the seventh grade.
She had heard about it from
a friend and quickly became
involved.
She likes what choir offers
her that other extracurriculars don’t.
“I do not have many talents nor am I athletic, so it
helps to build confidence,”
she stated.
Bickel has been involved
with the Lincoln High
School choir for three years
and has participated in Old
Town Players productions
for two years.
She participates in stage
crew for the middle and
high school musical productions, helping to build sets
and working behind the
scenes.
Her vocal mentors are instructor Mark Snyder and
students Sara Hillyard and
Annie Keller.
Her favorite singers are
Brandon Urie, Patrick
Stump, and Tyler Josph.
“They put so much emotion into their singing,” said
Bickel.
Bickel plans to continue
her vocal music after high
school. She wants to attend
Vincennes University for
two years then further her
studies at the University of
Southern Indiana to become
a counselor.
Her advice to young artists
is, “ Don’t let other people
or groups shake your confidence, Keep your head
high.”
Senior Spotlight:
Mark Abendroth
By DANIEL
BLACK
OPS staff
writer
This week's
senior spotlight is Mark
Abendroth. He
was born in
Terre Haute,
Indiana to his
parents, Kirk
and Leah
Abendroth.
Abendroth has an older sister
Valerie, a dog named Footy,
and a cat named Sofie.
Abendroth spends his time
hanging out with friends,
playing video games, participating in drumline, lifting,
and working at JCPenneys.
Abendroth is involved in
Tri-M Society, Batteries Not
Included improv group,
marching band, and the winter drumline.
After high school, Abendroth plans to attend Indiana
University to major in game
design with a concentration
in production so he can
achieve his career goal as a
OPS photo by Julia Zhu
successful game developer.
Abendroth’s favorite
teachers are Steve Toy, Seth
Skelton, Kreg Battles, Amy
Shoemaker and Carly Tibbs.
Abendroth’s favorite thing
about Lincoln is the sense of
school spirit and pride,
which is also why one of his
favorite moments at Lincoln
was being at the regional
basketball game last year
cheering on his team.
His advice to underclassmen is to “Make friends with
your teachers and do your
homework as soon as possible!”