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April 2012 EditionBenonianTHE
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CONTENTS......................................................................................................................May Calendar 3
.................................................................................................................May Horoscopes 4.................................................................................................Body Image and the Media 5
......................................................................................Body Image and the Media (con’t) 6
......................................................................................Body Image and the Media (con’t) 7........................................................................................The History Behind Mother’s Day 8
...........................................................................................Skin Cancer Awareness Month 9.......................................................................................................The Kony Controversy 10
................................................................Benton JROTC Cadets Excel in Spring Review 11...............................................Benton Choirs and Concert Band Bring Home a Superior 11
.....................................................................................Moonlight and Roses; Prom 2012 11...............................................................................District Industrial Technology Results 12
................................................................CAD Sweeps the MWTEAM District IT Contest 12.......................................................................Benton’s New Field House Now Underway 12
....................................................................................................Benton One Act Festival 13.................................................................................................................Cinco de Mayo 13.................................................................................................................Kentucky Derby 14
................................................................................NBA Playoffs in the Final Countdown 14.................................................................................................................Senior Spotlight 15
.........................................................................................................May Movie Releases 16Unearthly .....................................................................................................Book Review 16The Iron Daughter ........................................................................................ Book Review 17
..........................................................................................................May Music Releases 17....................................................................................Benton Scholarship Opportunities 18
........................................................................................................Senior Class of 2012 19
EditorEmily CoxFeatures
Devyn AuxierJourdain Brooks
Arts & EntertainmentTabatha EllisLeetha Rowe
SportsSami KretzerStudent Life
Cheyanne MastKeegan Cunningham
OpinionDaniel StephanKailie Brissett
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St. Joseph Calendar of Events
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 May Day
Lafayette Conference-‐Boys BB-‐V/JV (A)4:30pm/6:30pm
Girls Soccer vs. Smithville-‐V/JV (A)5:00pm
Maryville Relays-‐Track-‐Varsity (A)4:00pm
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Chillicothe Conference-‐Boys BB-‐V/JV (H)4:30pm/6:30pm
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Boys Tennis vs. Lafayette-‐V/JV (H)3:30pm
Irish Relays-‐Track-‐Varsity @ Lafayette3:00pm
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Girls Soccer vs. KC Lutheran-‐Varsity (A)5:00pm
MEC Boys Tennis-‐V/JV @ Noyes Courts9:00am
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Cinco de Mayo
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MSHAA District Boys Tennis-‐V @ Noyes Courts
Girls Soccer vs. Lafayette-‐V/JV (A)5:00pm
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Cameron Conference-‐Boys BB-‐V/JV (A)4:30pm/6:30pm
Cardinal Relay-‐Track-‐Varsity (H)3:30pm
National Teachers Day
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Boys BB vs. Pleasant Hill-‐V/JV (H)4:30pm/6:30pm
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MSHSAA District-‐Boys BB-‐Varsity (A)TBA
District Girls Soccer-‐Varsity (A)TBA
MSHSAA Districts-‐Track-‐VarsityTBA
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Mother’s Day
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Early Dismissal 9-12
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Early Dismissal K-12
Last Day of School
17 18 19
MSHSAA Sectionals-‐Track-‐VarsityTBA
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High School Graduations @ Civic Arena3:30pm (Benton)
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Summer School Begins
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MSHSAA State-‐Track-‐Varsity @ Jefferson CityTBA
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Memorial Day
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May 2012
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AriesEven fiercely independent Rams need a cuddle or two in May when Venus, Mercury and Sun work their way through Libra. Personal connections are paramount, especially after the 16th, so spoil your partner silly. Unleash yourself from your psychological chains after the 23rd when Mercury redirects. Anything holding you back from success needs to be dealt with this month.
TaurusIf they say that an army travels on it's stomach, they must be talking about an army of Bulls. Early in May, especially after the 16th, kind Venus, contemplative Mercury and the inspiring Sun turn your attention to diet and fitness. Put your shoulder to the wheel. All good efforts pay off after the 24th when you feel in shipshape for romance. All hands on deck!
GeminiTwins rouse their inner muse in early May. Venus, Mercury and Sun hover in artistic Libra through the month so use this time not only to expand your creative abilities but also to have a darn good time. Mercury goes direct after the 23rd and your mind turns to more pragmatic projects. Can you resist the urge to push a few paperclips at work? This too shall pass...
CancerHomeloving Crabs are content to park in their shells in early May when Venus, Mercury and the Sun lounge in sociable Libra. The world (and assorted layabouts) beat a path to your door. Play host or hostess until the 24th and then toss off your fuzzy pink slippers and get out and party hearty. Seek out and enjoy a treat ... or two.
LeoSend out a political missive in early May. Regal Lions are inspired by Venus, Mercury and Sun in charming Libra to tell the immediate world what they think. Vocalize after the 23rd when Mercury redirects. Almost immediately, your mind shifts to personal and family issues. It's time to take off the gloves and set things straight. Sweeping things under the rug helps no one.
VirgoPractical Virgos should keep their eye on the bottom line in early May when Venus, Mercury and the Sun turn the screws on finances. Your are tempted to buy happiness and fulfillment but everybody knows that money can only buy lurid and tawdry times. (Sounds good to me...) Here's wishing you a snuggle or two by the fire this May.
LibraActivities with friends sweep you through this April with fun at every turn. Charming Venus, expressive Mercury and exuberant Sun are all in your sign in May. Make good use of this affirming energy by expanding your social circle and showcasing your talents. Libras have much to be proud of so be loud and clear with your needs, especially after Mercury redirects on the 23rd. All this social activity costs big bucks. Seek a well endowed advisor.
ScorpioVolunteering for a great charitable cause produces great results in early May. Passionate Scorps should jump in with both feet and will emerge victorious. Everything begins to shift after mid-month. Fairly soon after that, your attention turns to new thrills and chills. Avoid the retro Mercury spills, however, by planning out all possible scenarios well ahead of time.
SagittariusCreate opportunities by joining friends in a variety of social activities. Plan get togethers or join an organization where you meet kindred souls. Sassy Archers can rule the group dynamic, but grab the crown before the 24th. After that, the Sun demands that you consider more altruistic pursuits. Is there more to life than the perfect martini? Hard to believe, but yes.
CapricornCorporate Caps are in the prime of their career this May when it appears that you can do no wrong professionally. Get your inspiration from the glorious Sun, expressive Venus and strategic Mercury, especially after the 23rd. Don your pinstripes before the 24th. After that you will focus your attention on affirming pals rather than discouraging politicos.
AquariusAquarians feel especially expansive and worldly this May thanks to Sun, Mercury and Venus which highlight global enterprises. Broadcast your views and reach out to the many rather than to a close few after the 23rd but first test the message after the 16th. After the 24th you have an opportunity to blow in the ear of a particular powerbroker who can make things happen.
PiscesFish are tickled pink when the Sun, Mercury and Venus stoke your passionate fires. I smell something cooking! Serve up your spicy desires after the 16th as sexy Venus enters charismatic Libra and makes you too delicious to resist. After the 23rd, Mercury redirects and your expeditions to sexy parts unknown locates the golden honey pot. Don't eat it all in one sitting, lover!
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Body Image and the Mediaby Emily CoxEverywhere you look there are overwhelming images of thin women and buff men selling makeup and dieting products; there’s modeling in advertisements, and most importantly the selling of “perfection”. The media has set standards and expectations for adolescents and adults alike. The need to fit in amongst what the media considers “pretty” or “handsome”, has engulfed the world. Extreme measures have been taken to fit the stereotype such as, body enhancements by surgical procedures, and harsh eating habits that lead to disorders. All leading to the development of a negative body conscious. It is part of our ego, in today’s society, to be overly self-conscious. The media displays images to us that are often unattainable. It is hard to live up to the larger than life image, thus making us feel bad about ourselves. This often leads to anxiety, depression, suicide attempts, and other similar issues. The media, targets us; society. They are a very persuasive force that has managed to reshape the ideal body image (physical appearance). Is this constant obsession with appearance healthy or harmful? Men and women everywhere feel the intense pressure. People are constantly comparing themselves to others wherever they go; the grocery store, the mall, our home, everywhere. Society is reaching to achieve
a goal that really isn’t attainable in the first place. Body image in the media has no positive effect, it only drags us down. In an
article written by Courtney Littler, “AngeLingo Culture: Perfect Body”, Littler talks about the many different effects that the media has on body image. This article discusses key points such as the expectations that are held to be considered pretty, body enhancements done through procedures, eating disorders, and body consonance. Littler includes many statements about the pressure the media is having on young women, such as, “In today's media, bodily perfection is not only the standard, it's the norm.” By saying bodily perfection is the norm in today’s society, she provides evidence to her readers that there is a problem with body image in the media. Littler proves this
throughout her article, and lists every problem that is associated with media pressures. The one pressure that struck my interest the
most
in her article is when she talks about “body enhancing procedures”. She says, “Film and television is lush with female characters with a variety of personality traits with which to identify, and yet the body types of these very different types of women remain almost identical. The implication is that beauty comes in all types of personalities, but in only one shape and size.” In order to obtain this one shape and size every woman is trying to achieve, women take extremes such as breast implants, liposuction, tummy tucks, nose jobs, and facial reconstruction. I would say that having your face reconstructed to fit the ideal image is a good example of
an extreme effect that the media is having on women everywhere. In another article, “Beauty and Body Image in the Media”, the author, too, hits the same key points as Littler. For example, “Perhaps most disturbing is the fact that media images of female beauty are unattainable for all but a very small number of women. Researchers generating a computer model of a woman with Barbie-doll proportions, for example, found that her back would be too weak to support the weight of her upper body, and her body would be too narrow to contain more than half a liver and a few centimeters of bowel. A real woman built that way would suffer from chronic diarrhea and eventually die from malnutrition.” With this being said, what exactly is the media trying to obtain? Being Barbie is not only deadly, it’s impossible. The media sells products just like anyone else, and they will continue to sell body image. In the meantime, while they’re trying to build a fantasy world, they’re installing poor dieting, low self- esteem, and bad body conscience into teens and adults. Everyone is trying to achieve a goal that really is not attainable and both these articles speak out to people about this growing and controversial problem.(continued on page 6)
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In the book, The Media and Body Image: If
Looks Could Kill, by Maggie Wykes and Gunter Barrie, it begins the first chapter with a strong statement. It says, “Despite normal hunger, slender shape and a successful social life, many young women deprive themselves
of nutrition to the point they risk serious illness and even death.” This statement says it all. If fitting into the media’s expectations is so important that you would take nutrition from your body and risk serious illness or
death, there is a problem. Being pretty, should not be associated with being unhealthy or depicting unhealthy behaviors and thoughts. Unfortunately though, with today’s expectations, we see nothing short of
that very occurrence. In a recent research study conducted by Barbara Krahé, a professor of social psychology at the University of Potsdan in Beandenburg, Germany, and Barbara
Dooley, and Christina Krause, professors at the Dublin School of Medicine and Medical Science in Dublin, Ireland, presented a series of photos, ranging from thin models to “thick” models. The professors brought out
snacks to the group of women, one a healthy choice, such as a nutrition bar, and one a non-healthy choice, such as a snack cake or chips. The women did not know they were partaking in a research study, yet the majority
of them picked the healthy snack choice in remembrance of the photos they had just seen. Another research study conducted by Dooley and Krause, showed similar results. In this
study, a large group of high school students and their parents were to take a survey. In the survey, the groups were asked things like, “Do you feel affected by media pressure?” Over
50% said they were affected by the media and agreed that it does play a part in their eating habits and self-esteem. Almost all the survey takers said they thought the media’s view of perfection, was too thin. Yet people
still fight the constant battle to adhere to the media’s expectations. Both of these studies showed mild, real life effects, of the harsh pressures associated with fitting in to society. This research has helped define people who
have been effected the most by the media pressures. Parents, young children (as young as toddlers), teenagers, and in some cases, even the elderly, have all felt the effects. The media itself has no direct targets; everyone
wants to be young, thin, and beautiful, so everyone is affected by the pressures they render.While looking at the advertisement found in Glamour magazine, published in 2010, some
of the things that popped out included a thin woman standing in an orange dress. She looks perfect, she had perfect skin, a smile revealing perfect white teeth, and articles surrounding her reading, “Flatter your size by
lots more” and “The only way to drop ten pounds for good”. These articles inferred to readers that if you didn’t look like the woman in the picture, you were not what society views as pretty, or acceptable. The magazine
cover mainly targeted women and discussed body image and sex. It also gave off the feeling that if you don’t appear this way, your husband will not be sexually attracted to you. Across the cover a banner was placed
reading, “By opening this magazine you will lower your self-esteem and you will become insecure.” This photo, along with the banner, brings awareness to the things society sees everyday, whether consciously or
not. Media pressures have become second nature to us, they’re all around us, and it doesn’t always click how often we are exposed to it. The media is putting a pressure on everyone to look like the
“Barbie” in the photo, in reality who can achieve that?Another advertisement provided by People magazine, published in 2007, shows a picture of a very well known, and absolutely
beautiful model, Tyra Banks. Banks has been known the world over for her stunning good looks and perfect figure. In this particular picture, Banks doesn’t appear as “thin” as everyone recalls and the caption reads, “You
call this fat?” Another caption reads,
“Mocked after gaining 30 pounds...”. This cover shows just how harsh the media can be, especially towards celebrities. At 161 pounds, however, Banks fought back proving to everyone she is still beautiful, despite the
extra pounds. Banks height is 5’10. Research shows that to be considered healthy at 5’10 a person should weigh between 153-173 pounds. Banks clearly falls into that range. The image, however, suggests that unless you
are under the expected, you aren’t considered attractive. Once again, the media's expectations are ridiculous, and this photo only proves their discredit. In several issues of Men’s Fitness, readers
can see bodybuilders. One issue in particular, “The Body Challenge for 2011”, one can see a very muscular man on the cover. His abs what society refers to as “ripped”, and he is most definitely what is considered “in shape”.
In the picture, the man is looking down at his ab’s and smiling, as if proud of his stomach. The text next reads, “Get your PERFECT BODY...” This advertisement sends a message to all males suggesting that if you
don’t have rock hard, and a lean, perfect build, you are not attractive. This, is just one of the reasons steroids, extreme diets, and extreme workouts, have become so popular. All of which can be very unhealthy. This kind
of advertisement is the reason why many people develop depression, eating disorders and so on. This just goes to show that no one is safe from the media, and everyone is a target. (continued on next page)
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You could say that the media is just one of many sources that influence people to strive for perfection. Peer pressure from family members and friends, books and novels, and movies also play a large role in how we view ourselves. People are aware of what needs to be done to stay healthy. Yet starvation, steroids, medical procedures, and eating disorders are at an all time high and to most, seem like the “easier” route to take. One might say that along with the media’s advertisements for perfection, there are also people out there who are fighting it the pressures to fit the perfect image, and not give into the media’s judgements. That being said, it comes down to being your choice. There are many commercials and articles out there that are against bulimia, anorexia, restrained eating, and medical procedures. There are pressures from both sides no matter where you turn, and the overly self- conscious, vulnerable are being impacted the most. Have you ever looked at a photo, or watched a movie, and felt bad about
yourself or the way you looked? This is how the problem begins. Who gets to set the standards, who is to say what is beautiful and what isn’t? You do. And how you view yourself is all that matters. Overall, the pressures have been unbelievable, and many cannot remain strong against it. Body image has become so important in our society today, and fitting in with society’s expectations has become so necessary, that teens and adults are taking drastic measures to fit in with the expectations. The real problem is not how you look, but how you feel. When you are healthy and in shape you will feel better about yourself as a whole. What the media shows is not healthy and should not be acceptable. Their version of perfection, is too skinny, too tall, and too polished, and it all leads to dangerous and unnecessary procedures. Is looking the part that important? No. The media should focus on eating healthy, building self-esteem, and how to feel good about yourself. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Our job is to stay strong, and ignore the
expectations. The only choice that matters is yours, so make sure it’s a healthy one.
Adios Barbie. Advertisement. Glamour 7 July 2010: 1. Print.Advertisement. People 26 Jan. 2007: 1. Print.Advertisement. Mens Fitness - Body Challenge 2011: 1. Print.Littler, Courtney. AngeLingo Culture: Perfect Body. University of Southern California, 2003. Web. 13 March 2012."Beauty and Body Image in the Media." Media Awareness Network. Media Awareness Network, 2010. Web. 26 Mar. 2012. <http://www.media-awareness.ca/english/issues/stereotyping/women_and_girls/women_beauty.cfm>.Wykes, Maggie, and Barrie Gunter. The Media and Body Image: If Looks Could Kill. Chapter 1. London: SAGE, 2005. Print.Krahé, Barbara, and Christina Krause. "Presenting Thin Media Models Affects Women's Choice Of Diet Or Normal Snacks." Psychology Of Women Quarterly 34.3 (2010): 349-355. Academic Search Elite. Web. 26 Mar. 2012.Barbara Dooley, et al. "Eating Concerns And Media Influences In An Irish Adolescent Context." European Eating Disorders Review 17.3 (2009): 208-213. Academic Search Elite. Web. 26 Mar. 2012.
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The History Behind Mother’s Dayby Devyn Auxier
For 104 years, people have honored their mothers, grandmothers, and even aunts, on the second Sunday of May. Kids offer up homemade gifts such as plants in Styrofoam cups, and construction paper cards, while teenagers and spouses usually give candles, jewelry, Zlowers, or “spa” certiZicates. Like every other holiday, Mother’s Day had to have originated somewhere, do you know its history? Well, if not, let me tell you. Mother’s Day is believed to have started in ancient Greece where the Greeks held a yearly festival in the spring that honored the Mother of Gods, Rhea. In the 17th century, the Christians of England had a day to honor the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. Eventually, the holiday was expanded to include all mothers. However, it wasn’t until the 1870‘s that the holiday reached the United States. Julia Ward Howe, a social activist from New York City, was quite upset over all the damage being done by the Civil War, so she gathered mothers to help protest the war.
Howe even suggested changing July 4 to Mother’s Day. Overall, the holiday died down quickly due to lack of funding. In 1908, Anna M. Jarvis, daughter of Anna Reeves Jarvis, a woman who tried celebrating a spin-‐off of Mother’s Day with a group of people in her hometown, continued to push the development of an ofZicial Mother’s Day after her mother passed away. Jarvis petitioned a superintendent of the church her mother had been a member of. Jarvis Zinally got through, and the Zirst ofZicial Mother’s Day was held on May 10, 1908 in Grafton, West Virginia and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jarvis was completely dedicated to making sure that Mother’s Day became a holiday, so much so that she even quit her job and started petitioning left and right. She petitioned the state government, as well as various institutions and organizations. After several months of petitioning, Jarvis persuaded the World’s Sunday School Association to sponsor her and her protest.
Also in 1908, Nebraska senator, Elmer Burkett, suggested that Mother’s Day be turned into a national holiday. Congress quickly shot this suggestion down, but by 1909, Mother’s Day was celebrated in 46 states and even in parts of Canada and Mexico. In 1912, West Virginia began to recognize Mother’s Day as an ofZicial
holiday. Two years later, President Woodrow Wilson signed on the tradition as an ofZicial holiday.
Many countries like Argentina, France, and Paraguay have taken the concept of Mother’s Day and adapted to their own culture, some countries Mother’s Day traditions are almost parallel to
the United States, while others have their own unique traditions. In Argentina, “Día de la Madre” is celebrated on the second Sunday of October. There is some uncertainty as to why Argentina celebrates Mother’s Day in October while the rest of South America celebrates in May. Some think it’s because spring starts in October in Argentina, therefore having the holiday in October would go better with the “spring” concept of Mother’s Day. In Argentina, Mother’s are celebrated with traditional dinners and poems. Just like the United States, kids create homemade cards and other assorted varieties of crafts. Many
husbands take on the responsibility of the mother for the day by doing all the cleaning and cooking.
France began honoring a day for Mother’s after the United States made it an ofZicial holiday. Once the celebration started in the US, an unbelievable amount of mail was sent to mothers who lived in France. So much mail came in that a postal card was made by the Union Franco-‐Américaine just for the holiday. In 1918, France began giving out awards to mothers of large families because of the low birth rate. However, Mother’s Day didn’t become an ofZicial holiday in France until 1920. The French customs of celebrating Mothers Day are very similar to our. Mothers receive gifts, such as cards and Zlowers from their children, and receive a day off from housework. A big family dinner usually Zinishes of the Mothers Day celebrations.
It may have taken a lot of time, effort, and perseverance to make Mother’s Day a national holiday, but in the end it paid off. Each year we give our mothers one day to completely relax and feel pampered. Every mother deserves a break from the hard work they go through every day.
Whether we use the day to take over the household chores, treat her to a spa day, or buy her something special, we should all show our mothers how much we appreciate all they do.
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Skin Cancer Awareness Monthby Jourdain BrooksDid you know that your skin is the largest organ on the human body? That being said, who wouldn’t want to protect this large and precious organ? Well, May is skin cancer awareness month, and what better time to become aware of the dangers of skin cancer then right now. With summer quickly approaching, overexposure to the sun is common and can lead to a sometimes fatal outcome. That’s why it is never too late to know the signs, symptoms, and preventions, of skin cancer.
Skin cancer is a disease in which the skin cells lose the ability to divide and grow normally. There are 4 types of skin cancer; Melanoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma, and Actinic Keratoses (pre-cancer). Basal Cell Carcinoma is the most common of the skin cancer types and accounts for 80% of all those who are diagnosed. Currently, there are 3.5 million cases today and 2 million every year. The deadliest type of skin cancer is Melanoma, with one person dying every 62 seconds from this deadly cancer. It is the most common form of cancer and is most often seen in adults between the ages of 25-29, and is the most common form of skin cancer for teens age 15 and above. If caught early, the survival rate for those with melanoma is 99%, but the longer it goes undetected, survival rate drops 15% the more advanced it becomes. The majority of people diagnosed with melanoma are white men over the age of 50, but until the age of 39, women are almost twice as likely to develop this type of skin cancer as men are. For those that tan indoor under fake UV light, are 74% more likely to develop melanoma, 2.5 times more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma, and 1.5 times more likely to develop basal cell carcinoma. Ten minutes is a tanning bed equals the cancer-causing effects of 10 minutes in the Mediterranean summer sun.
Skin cancer can be caused in a variety of ways, overexposure to the suns hot rays being the main one. However, tanning beds is also a very common skin cancer culprit. Avoiding tanning beds and its UV bulbs, is recommended, and whether you are under fake UV light, or the sun’s actual UV rays, always wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, and be sure to cover up those areas of the skin that may tend to receive the most sun exposure since those areas will most likely be the first to show signs of cell abnormalities. Another good suggestion is to examine your skin regularly from head-to-toe for any skin abnormalities such as sun spots, red or darkened areas of the skin, and changes in shape, size, or color or freckles and moles. It is also a good idea to see a physician or dermatologist annually for a professional skin exam.
There are treatments for skin cancer available, but only if it is discovered in its early stages, and none of them are very pleasant. Some pre-cancer treatments include the cutting, shaving, or freezing of the affected area. For the more serious stages of skin cancer there are treatments such as radiation therapy, chemotherapy, photodynamic therapy, and biologic therapy. These last treatment options are harsh, time consuming, and physically tiresome on the body and its immune system. These are just a few of the options available for those seeking treatment of skin cancer. “In 2004, the total direct cost associated with the treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer was $1.5 billion.” This cost has only gone up over the past 8 years.
While we all want that gorgeous dark summer glow on our skins, is it really worth the risk? You can still enjoy the outdoors, get a nice tan, and stay healthy. Just remember to apply sunscreen and don’t stay out too long. And remember, even on a cloudy day, you are still being exposed to the sun’s UV rays, and sometimes that isn’t even more dangerous because you don’t realize how much sun you are really getting. Be smart, be safe, and you’ll stay healthy.
For more information visit http://www.skincarephysicians.com/skincancernet/whatis.htmlFor more reason on how to prevent skin cancer visit http://www.skincancer.org/media-and-press/Press-Release-2011/skin-cancer-awareness-month-reminder
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The Kony Controversyby Daniel Stephen
Joseph Kony is wanted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), with over 33 charges, including 12 counts of crimes against humanity, and 21 counts of war crimes. He is still, as far as the public knows, alive and vigilant, and remains on the FBI’s top-ten most wanted (non-terrorist) list.
On March 5, 2012, a video entitled, “Kony 2012”, was released onto the World Wide Web, and within 24 hours was viral, possessing over 86 million views in less than 25 days. Some of you might have seen this whole, “Kony 2012”, video on website and social media networks, but do you really know the truth behind it? Joseph Kony is the pioneer, and leader, of the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), according to Wikipedia; it is a Christian rebel group operating out of Northern Uganda, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The LRA is most well known for their
extensive violations of human rights and their continuous breaking of Africa’s Federal Laws. Some of their many, and most famous, violations would be, murder, abduction, mutilation, sexual slavery, and forcing children to murder their own parents and participate in life threatening hostilities.
The LRA began in the late 1980s as a war against the Ugandan government. Kony claims that his men and children were fighting for the Bible’s 10 Commandments, and they were only doing what’s right. On December 25, 2008, Kony’s soldiers massacred close to 150 people; clearly the drastic opposite of what Christmas, and the 10 Commandments, is known for.
The viral video, made by, “Invisible Children Inc.”, and directed by Jason Russell, shows his son’s reaction to looking at pictures of Kony, and hearing the story of what he’s done. They state that if you buy posters of Kony, you can cover the night and make him famous. “Invisible Children” claims that all the money made from their products will go to “the areas most in need of it.” However, there are no reports of money being received by any of the places in need. The media is now portraying this as a scandal, although some still believe this organization is completely
legit, others see it as a scam.
The truth behind “Invisible Children Inc.” will never be fully understood by the public. For all we know, everything said and done by them could be exactly what they are portraying it to be. In my eyes, “Invisible Children Inc.” is just like any other organization; nothing makes them any different. I do agree that Joseph Kony, and the LRA, should be put to a halt as soon as possible, but I do not believe that he is our biggest concern.
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Student LifeBenton JROTC Cadets Excel in Spring Reviewby Mrs. MichaudOn April 13, 2012, Benton JROTC competed in the Spring Review. The freshman drill team received second in the competition, and junior, Alicia Ptomey placed third out of 30 competitors in the individual drill.The competition ended with a recognition of the new St. Joseph JROTC Brigade staff. Among those named were junior Catelyn Curso, as Brigade Adjutant, junior Cheyanna Ashler, as Operations and Training Officer, and junior Alicia Ptomey, as Brigade Commander. As the Brigade Commander, Ptomey is now the top Battalion Commander of Benton, Lafayette, and Central High School. Not only is this a huge honor for Ptomey, but for the JROTC program, as well. Ptomey was promoted to Cadet Colonel, and will lead the JROTC cadets in the Apple Blossom Parade on Saturday, May 5. Congratulations to all our JROTC cadets!
Benton Choirs and Concert Band Bring Home a Superiorby Daniel StephenOn Thursday, March 29, Benton High School’s, concert band, chamber choir, concert choir, and Bel Canto group traveled to Maryville, Missouri, for large group competition. Each group received a one rating, which is the highest overall possible rating on a scale of 1 to 5. This is the second year in a row Bel Canto, concert choir, and chamber choir have brought back a superior rating. Also, attending the competition was Benton’s concert band who competed and, for the third consecutive year, received a superior rating. Overall, Benton had four groups bring back the highest rating possible. Congratulations to all students involved!
Moonlight and Roses; Prom 2012by Sami Kretzer and Emily CoxOn April 14, Benton students dressed in their best to celebrate the 2012 junior/senior prom at the Mitchell Park Plaza in St. Joseph. From 7-10pm, approximately 200 students showed up to dance the night away. Staff and administration also attended the prom to help make sure the night went without a hitch. The room holding the dance was elegantly decorated with the theme of “Moonlight and Roses”. As you entered Mitchell Park Plaza, lights, tulle, and flowers led showed the way to the dance room. Lights were strung around the dance floor, and jars of blue and white water beads and submersible tea lights hung from the ceiling, along with
sparkling silver moons. Rose petals, tea lights, and beautiful bouquets donned the tabletops around the room, and a beautiful tulle backdrop shown behind the royal chairs where prom king
Charles Thornton and queen Jessica Ball. Punch and cookies were available, and upon leaving, students were given
customized champaign flutes to remember the night by. Thanks to the staff and prom committee for putting
together such a beautiful and memorable event.
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Student LifeDistrict Industrial Technology Resultsby Sami KretzerCongratulations to Mr. DeBey’s students who participated, and placed, in the Northwest Technology Education Association of Missouri District Contest on April 20 at Missouri State University. Twenty-four students from Mr. DeBey’s class, twelve students from Mr. Langner’s class, and four students from Mr. Allen’s class attended the competition and represented our school very well. Not only did Benton have a fantastic turnout, but our very own Mr. DeBey was named “High School Teacher of the Year” by the association members, MWTEAM. Congratulations, Mr. DeBey. A special congratulation also goes out to Bobbi Thompson who received the Judges Award for her blanket chest! Thompson received second place in the overall competition with a score of 99 out of 100!
Students who placed with a state award:Jacob Metzinger-wall shelf Cecil Leivan-Round coffee table Mason Richey-turned pencil Nick Ellis-scroll saw coffee table Kain Ellis-nightstand Liam Roach-turned pen Kaleb McDonald-CNC TV stand Students received the blue ribbon:Braxton Barbee-scroll saw plaque Dillon Robinson-mantel clockGunner Murphy-wall shelfDesirae Daken-wall shelfAustin Generaux-wall shelfChase Generaux-wall shelfElijah Baig-wall shelfKyle Kendal-wall shelfRichard Saunders-scroll saw plaqueDani Hughes-round coffee tableJames Williams-oval coffee tableJacob Metzinger-turned toy topMichael Carpenter-turned penSadie Ziolkowski-wall shelf
CAD Sweeps the MWTEAM District IT Contestby Sami KretzerBenton High School’s Computer Aided Drafting, or CAD Team, competed in the MWTEAM District IT Contest Friday, April 20, at Missouri Western State University. Several students placed in both the individual and team projects. Congratulations to all winners!The students that won from Benton for CAD shootout were:Cal Hensly-(1st place)Daniel Dasta-(2nd place)Sidar Caceres-(3rd place)Students that placed in the individual or team projects: Kaitlin SarnowskiBobbi ThompsonJacob MetzingerCecil LeivanMason RicheyNick EllisKain EllisKyle KendalSidar CaceresLiam RoachKaleb McDonaldMatt SharpMichael GunterMiles RedmanAlex HuntsmanJason KalamonTeam for Problem Solving consisting of Tyler Rich, Kain Ellis, Kyle Kendal, and Cecil Leivan placed 2nd.
Benton’s New Field House Now Underwayby Keegan CunninghamThe wait is over. After months and months of work, it’s official. Benton High School will be getting a new field house, to be called the Morgan/Enright Athletic Building, after the Morgan Foundation and Enright Trust.Benton’s own Coach Matthew Tabor, has worked hard to raise $400,000, and thanks to local trusts, foundations,
and through private donors hit that goal. The other $900,000 was given by the St. Joseph School District. The field house will be approximately 10,000 square feet, and will contain a multi-purpose room for PE, JROTC, wrestling, and dance, just to name a few. This facility will have two locker rooms, a bathroom stadium use, a classroom, coaches office, and storage room.
Construction will begin May 2012, and is expected to be finished by September 1, 2012.
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Beno On Ac Festival
by Devyn AuxierEach year Benton theatre students put on a One Act Festival here at Benton High School. The one acts are unique because they are written, and directed by honors theatre students at Benton, and performed by Benton students and faculty. This year, there are ten, one act performances; five Friday eventing beginning promptly at 6:00 pm, and five Saturday afternoon beginning promptly at 3:30 pm. Ticket are $5 for a one day event and $8 for both days. The shows this year range from comedies about birds and sandwiches to dramas about school shootings and bullying......................................................... Friday nights shows include: Weakness, written by Cameron Pike and directed by Joshua Scott, Tragedy of a Sandwich, written and directed by Lynsie Peterson, Lost in the Night, written and directed by Amber Baggio, and A Matter of Serious Business, written by Matthew Ball and directed by Johnny Scott. Weakness, is about the “coming-out” journey of a sexually confused young man who is unsure of his feelings, has a cast consisting of Stephen Glenn as Carson, Zach Bailey as Duncan, Ayriah Collins as Molly, Sam Lundy as Carson’s mom, and Mrs. Rhonda McDaniel as Duncan’s mom.
Tragedy of a Sandwich, is about a mom who doesn’t feel her son’s fiancé is good enough for her son, which leads her to hire a hit man to take out
the fiancé. The cast includes Cami Pendleton as Sarah, David Murphy as Michael, Miss Regan Vaughn as Lucinda, Cameron Pike as Jake Ripped-Pants, and Ayriah Collins as Scarlett. the third. Lost in the Night is a play about Lakota, a drug- addicted teen, who pushes the limits until it’s too late to turn back. Cast includes Matthew Sharp as Lakota, Mr. Michael Gier as Henry, Haley Meadows as Nikki, Colton Brown as Taka, and Jacob Parker as Jared. The final play of opening night, A Matter of Serious Business, is about the boss of an evil corporation, who encounters a plethora of problems, all while trying to eat his lunch. The cast includes Colton Brown as the boss, Mr .Michael Gier as Dr. Sinister, Amber Baggio as the torturer, Cami Pendleton as Kate, Mrs. Rhonda McDaniel as Maya, Allison Hawkins as the snipe hunter/mute box salesman, and DeeDee Hebb as Patricia the Pop-Tart Peddling Princess.........................................................Saturday afternoon will be host to the remaining one act performances beginning with, Over the Edge, written and directed by Haley Meadows, about a school shooting that stems from a misunderstood young student who snaps from the constant bullying. The cast includes Cody Gasper as Alex, Thea Miller as Jessica, Kayleigh Peregrine as Kat, Cameron Pike as Ryan, Zach
Bailey as Zac, and Megan Longoria as Sarah. Hope You’re Well, written by Jessica Ball and directed by Michael Gunter, is about a young man drafted into the war, who writes letters home to his parents divulging in his dealings with the war. Cast includes Gail Bunge as Jack, Cami Pendleton as Tank, Jacob Parker as Pearson, Allison Hawkins as Joshua, Thea Miller as Sergeant, and Kaylin Schultz as the nurse. The Enemy, written and directed by Matthew Sharp, is about a man struggling with drug addiction and pushing away those who care and want to help him. The cast includes Cody Gasper as Jason, Jessica Ball as Bailey, Camille Carter as Stephanie, Lynsie Peterson as Allison, Scott Patrylak as Jesus, and Colton Brown as Satan.Dropping the Rock, written and directed by Sam Lundy is about a two teenagers in love that both get casted in a school play. When one of the lead girls casted quits the play, it’s up to the two love birds to save the show. This cast includes Mrs. Jennifer Schultz as Ve, David Murphy as Noah, Camille Carter as Sophie, Kaylin Schultz as Isabella, and Danay Cabrera as Nicole. The extras for the show include Colleen Prendergast, Joshua Scott, Matthew Sharp, and Coach Matthew Tabor. The fifth act of the evening, I Can
Dream, written by Cami Pendleton and directed by DeeDee Hebb, is about a Jewish family
enduring the tortures of a concentration camp during the Holocaust. Cast includes Gail Bunge as Eliana, Zach Bailey as Keifer, Mr. Steven Snider as Claus, Jeff Siasoco as Cuddles, and Thea Miller as the mother.The Wishing Birds, the final show for the One Act Festival, written by Kaylin Schultz and directed by Megan Longoria, is about a man with an incredibly large beard, who relies on three birds to shower him with money, love, and attraction. The cast includes Stephen Glenn as Daniel, Kayleigh Peregrine as Blackbird, Dylan Normal as Cardinal, Allison Hawkins as Owl, Cody Gasper as Mr. Clyde, Sydney as Rose, and Lacie May as Dawn......................................................... The shows will only be performed once, which means this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to come out and the see amazing hard work, creativity, and talent. The writers, directors, and actors have been working diligently for the past month to make the One Act Festival this year as great as it can be. Each of the shows have a powerful message behind them that will reach an audience of all ages, races, and ethnicities. As director and actor, Matthew Sharp, said, “You never know who’s going to be in the audience, and what lives you’ll be able to change with your show.” So be sure not to miss the exceptional performances that will be talked about for months!
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Cinco de Mayoby Leetha Rowe
May 5 is known as “Cinco de Mayo” day, and is celebrated across the country. It is not just a reason for people to party, though. It began as a celebration of the Battle of Pulebla that took place on May 5, 1862. Mexico was victorious in pushing the French forces out
of the state of Puebla. It is said that Cinco de Mayo started in California with a group of Mexicans, in response to what was happening in Mexico. Now, every May 5, we
celebrate, and honor the victory. Overall, it has become more of a U.S. holiday than a Mexican holiday. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated all over the United States. In Omaha,
Nebraska, they have a parade, a festival, and a carnival. At the end of the day, they have a crowning of a queen to mark Cinco de Mayo. In Chicago, Illinois, at Douglas Park, as many people as 200,000 people get together to enjoy a festival with music, food booths,
cultural displays, games and lots of activities for kids. Jefferson City, Missouri has an annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. They play music and have Chihuahua races, as well as piñatas to break open, and a game called the tortilla toss. No matter how you spend
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The Kentucky Derbyby Cheyanne Mast
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most watched, and longest running, horse races in the United States today. The Kentucky Derby began in the late 1800s with its
first official race in 1875, and has done nothing but grow in popularity over the past hundred years.The founder of the Kentucky Derby was 26-year-old Col. M. Lewis Clark. In 1874, Clark began rescuing Kentucky’s
declining stock farm. Before even considering the track, Clark
first
secured land from his uncles, John and Henry Churchill and began the Louisville Jockey Club. To fund the construction of the track,Clark raised $32,000 by selling 320 membership subscriptions to the track at $100 each. The trackwas was later incorporated as Churchill Downs in 1937. (The name “Churchill Downs” is first used in a report on the ninth Derby by the Louisville Commercial Newspaper in 1883.)On opening day, May 17,1875, an estimated 10,000 watched the first Kentucky Derby. In 1894, a group, headed by W. F. Schulte, purchased the track, and incorporated it as the New Louisville Jockey Club. They went on to build a 285-foot grandstand on the other side of the track to adhere to the races growing popularity. In 1895, the new grandstand was completed. Topped by twin spires, it was ready to greet its guests on May 6, 1895.
In the year 1896, the Kentucky Derby shortened its race length from 1 1/2 to 1 1/4 miles. The reason for the
change was for teh horses. The distance is too long for3-year-old horses to run so early in the spring.On April 22, 1899, Kentucky Derby founder, Col. M. Lewis Clark, is found dead by suicide in
his Memphis, Tennessee home. Just 12 daysbefore the 25th anniversary of the Kentucky Derby.On May 3, 1952, coverage of the Kentucky Derby aired on national television for the first time. Several memorable events have occurred, traditions have been set, and records have been broken since the first Kentucky Derby race. One thing that hasn’t changed, though, is its popularity. Whether your middle class, a celebrity, from the Bronx, or never even ridden a horse, the Kentucky Derby brings in folks from every walk of life.
The 1378th annual Kentucky Derby race will air on May 5, 2012 from 2:30-7:30pm (ET) on ESPN.
For more information on the Ketucky Derby, please visit its website at: www.kentuckyderby.com.
Sports
NBA Playoffs in the final countdownby Jourdain BrooksAs the NBA season comes to an end, the playoff race is really heating up. The closest race for the number 1 spot is in the Western Conference, only being separated by ½ game. The two teams currently neck-and-neck are Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs. In the Eastern Conference, The spot for number 1 is separated by 1 ½ games between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls. Most games have already been set for the first round of the playoffs begins at 1:00pm between the Bulls and 76ers. Some of the elite teams will be going head-to-head in the first round so be sure to check it out!
Team match-ups for round 1 in the Western Conference:1 San Antonio Spurs vs. 8 Utah Jazz2 Oklahoma City Thunder vs. 7 Dallas Mavericks 3 Los Angeles Lakers vs. 6 Denver Nuggets4 Memphis Grizzlies vs. 5 Los Angeles Clippers
Team match-ups for round 1 in the Eastern Conference:1 Chicago Bulls vs. 8 New York Knicks2 Miami Heat vs. 7 Philadelphia 76ers3 Indiana Pacers vs. 6 Orlando Magic4 Boston Celtics vs. 5 Atlanta Hawks
To view current standings go to: http://espn.go.com/nba/playoffs/predictions
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Sen
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Cheyenne Ellis
What will you miss most about Benton soccer?My coaches. They are always there for me.
What is your favorite memory of your high school career?When the softball team had a tournament in Cameron, and Coach Muss hit the ball at the golf course and almost hit a guy! Priceless.
Do you have any plans for college?I’m going to Indian Hills Community College
Have you received any scholarships?Yes, I received a full ride for softball.
What do you plan on majoring in in college?Physical therapy or education.
What position do you play in soccer?Left defense.
What is your favorite thing about soccer and the team?That we are all so close and even if we get down on ourselves, we will always have someone to lean on to help get our heads back up.
What is your favorite subject in school?Science
Who has been your most influential teacher?Lock because she always sees the best in everyone.
What is your most memorable game in all the seasons you played?Cameron game when Mal got her first yellow card for being too aggressive! Haha.
How do you prepare for a game?Warm-ups and talking about what we need to do to improve ourselves.
Gatorade or Powerade? Do you have a preference in color?Powerade. The pretty blue kind.
Will you miss the home games or the away games the most?Away. The bus rides are always the best. We do team braids and coach hates it!
How do you feel the team will do this year?Even though we haven’t won many games, most of them have been really close. We are a young team that is trying really hard to make ourselves better.
Do you have any advise for the underclassmen teammates?No matter how much running it is, or how bad the pain hurts, just remember, the girl next to you is feeling the same thing, so don’t give up and work as a team and great things will soon happen.
What is the best advise you have ever been given?To never get down on myself because once you do, so does the team. We feed off of each others energy.
Do you have a favorite soccer quote?“If you’re attacking, you don’t get as tired as when you’re chasing.”
Who is your most influential coach?Heiser
How long have you played soccer?3 years
What do you like most about soccer?Knocking girls on their butts and taking your anger out.
What other sports are you involved in?Softball.
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Unearthlyby Cynthia HandReviewed by Leetha Rowe
Clara Gardner has always thought she was good at sports, stronger, andsmarter than most. What Clara end up finding out is that she is, thanks to her mom, she is part angel. Being part angel makes her smarter, faster, and stronger thanhumans, and now she has figured out her purpose life. All angels are given a purpose for being on Earth, and Clara is no exception. Her visions showing her purpose lead Clara to Wyoming, specifically, the middle of nowhere. Clara envisions
a boy standing in a forest fire and assumes her purpose in life is to save him.
Everything begins falling into
place. Clara begins dating the boy,
Christian, and things seem
good, but when Christian
leaves for the
summer, Clara
meets
Tucker, a human
who is incredibly
appealing to her own “human” emotions. Now, Clara has to choose between Tucker and Christian; not just on who she should date, but on who she should save.
I rate this book four stars because of the way Cynthia Hand tells her story with such detail, leaving readers hanging on the edge of their seat.
“Utterly captivating. One of the most addictive books I’ve read in a while.
UNEARTHLY hadme lying awake at night,
wondering what would happen next.”
Richelle Mead, bestselling author
of the Vampire Academy Series.
Reviews
May Movie ReleasesMay 4
The AvengersA Little Bit of HeavenDeath of a Superhero
First Position
May 11Dark ShadowsThe Dictator
Girls in ProgressGod Bless America
HickWhere Do We Go Now?
May 16The Samaritan
May 18Battleship
What to Expect When You’re ExpectingHysteria
Lovely MollyPolisse
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The Iron Daughterby Julie Kagawa
Reviewed by Leetha Rowe
Meghan, a Summer faery who is also half human, has never really fit in. Then came the shock when Ash, the Winter prince, who Meghan thought loved her, abandoned her. Now, as prisonerto the Winter faery queen, war between Summer and Winter looks to be
inevitable. Meghan believes that the true danger is the Summer and Winter courts, but fromthe Iron fey, ironbound that only she and Ash have seen. Unfortunately, no one believes her. As if all this isn’t bad, Meghan’s powers have been cut off leaving her with just her wits to rely on. Meghan
know it would
be foolish to trust anyone, but as her confidence grows, she can’t help but hear the whispers of longing that comes from her human heart.
“The Iron King has the...enchantment, imagination and adventure of...Alice in Wonderland, Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, but with lots more romance.” ~Justine magazine
I rate this book four stars. The adventures Meghan goes through and the choices she has to make are captivating.
May Music
Releases
May 1Now That’s What I Call Music! by
Various ArtistsNow That’s What I Call Class Rock
Hits Vol. 2 by Various Artists2nd Sequel Compilation of Now!
Strange Cloud by B.o.BMasters of My Make Believe by
SantigoldBlown Away by Carrie UnderwoodCountry, God or the Girl by K’naan
Little Broken Hearts by Norah JonesStorm & Grace by Lisa Marie Presley
May 4Fortune by Chris Brown
May 7Strangeland by Keane
May 8Neck of the Woods by Silversun
PickupsNot Your Kind of People by
GarbageWelcome to: Our House by
SlaughterhouseExister by Hot Water Music
Rize of the Fenix by Tenacious D
May 18The Temper Trap by The Temper Trap
May 22Apocalyptic Love by Slash feat. Myles
Kennedy and The ConspiratorsBorn and Raised by John Mayer
May 25Anxiety by Ladyhawke
May 28Daybreaker by Architects
Fall to Grace by Paloma FaithMay 29
Clockwork Angels by Rush
Reviews
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Benton Scholarship Opportunitiesby Cheyanne MastBenton High School is offering several scholarships for juniors and graduating seniors. Some require students to meet certain requirements before being considered for the scholarship, while others are open to anyone. If you are a student interested in applying for a scholarship, below is a list of just some that are available. Note: deadlines are quickly approaching for some scholarships so hurry and apply today!Jason C. Hughes Scholarship-established as a memorial to Jason C. Hughes, a 2004 graduate of Benton High School.Benton PTSA Scholarship- $200.00 awarded at Scholarship assembly in May
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Scholarship-forLatino students in the United States who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities, and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic engagement in the future. No GPA or academic major requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply.Women Legislators of Missouri Scholarship-$500 scholarship awarded to nine female 2012 Graduating High School Seniors. One recipient will be chosen from each of the nine Missouri U.S. Congressional Districts. Applicants must show involvement in leadership and community service.American Legion Scholarship-$500 scholarship paid for each semester of college.
Alpha Delta Kappa-For females planning on entering the field of education. Applicants must be a high school senior in good standing, ranked in the top 25% their class, and have an ACT score of 20 or above. Jim Sparks Memorial Scholarship-$300 scholarship
Buchanan County Farm Bureau Scholarship-The Buchanan County Farm Bureau Scholarship Fund will grant two, $750 scholarships to students who will graduate from high school, or are attending college or technical school. The student’s permanent residence must be in Buchanan County, and the student’s parent or guardian must be a member of the Buchanan County Farm Bureau for at least two years.ABWA Scholarship-This is the Pony Express Chapter American Business Women’s Association Scholarship. To qualify for this you must be a student seeking a business or professional career, a high school senior or currently attending college, and be in good scholastic standing having a GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale. A transcript must be sent with the application.Class of 1958 Scholarship-Two, $1000 scholarships donated by the members of the Benton Class of 1958. There are no specific requirements given.Kids Chance Program of Missouri-Available to children of workers who were seriously injured or died in a work-related accident covered and compensated by workers’ compensation. A serious injury is one that led to a paid settlement of judicial award and is verified with information from the Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation.Don Van Sickle Memorial Scholarship-$1000 scholarship is presented in memory of Mr. Don Van Sickle, an educator, who touched may lives in the south side communityAlpha Gamma SigmaFarris ScholarshipRay Alburn Memorial Scholarship- A partner project between Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph, the Ray Album Big Band, under the direction of Kathleen, and the Alburn family.St. Joseph PTA Character and Spiritual Leader-$500 scholarship for a one-year term. You must be a graduating senior of the St. Joseph school district, a member of your high school PTSA for the 2011-2012 school year, have a GPA of 2.0 or above, and one letter of recommendation from a school personality (teacher, principal, counselor). If you receive this scholarship, you must attend bi-monthly meetings of the St. Joseph PTA Council, the Founder’s Day Dinner, and be prepared with a “motivational thought” at these meetings.St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association-To be eligible for this scholarship you must comply with the following guidelines. Been a member/player of the St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association for at least 5 years, shown some degree of involvement in our soccer program-either through volunteer coaching, assistant coaching, refereeing, or any number of other volunteer capacities.King Scholarship-Applicants must be a resident of Buchanan or Andrew County, have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, an ACT score of 18 or better, and demonstrate financial need.Kirschner Scholarship-Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater, and an ACT score of 18 or better. First consideration is given to those students who are pursuing a degree in the field of Christian Ministry, Christian Counseling, Christian Education, or similarly related fields (as defined by the committee as: social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, criminal justice, physical therapy, and elementary or secondary education.)For an application, or for more information on available scholarships, please visit Benton’s website at www.sjsd.k12.mo.us/benton, under “Apply for Scholarships”, or see your counselor for more details.
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