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Volume 4 Issue 8
Spring Break 2012 by Ashley Andrews
Bedford County’s week of Spring Break was March 31 through April 8. Many students either went on
vacation, fishing, worked, or just hung out with friends.
Some students, like Heather Canonico, went to Santa Rosa Beach to a beach house of one of her dad’s
friends and took along Jailenn Scott, Mallory Sullivan, and Sarah Kathryn Rich. They spent most of their time
on the beach, they shopped, and rode go- carts.
Some students stayed home, while Chelsey Brown went to the beach and New Orleans on her spring
break with her mother, father, and cousin. While she was in New Orleans they toured around downtown and
walked on Bourbon Street, ate in gorgeous old buildings, saw where the hurricane hit, went shopping, and went
to a car show.
Stephanie Turner and Anna Navarette went on the annual trip for the SCHS band to Six Flags. They
rode several rides, such as the Ninja to the newest addition of the theme park the Dare Devil. There were also
water rides and slow calming rides for them to ride as well.
Unlike Heather and Chelsey, Alley Poteete did other things. On spring break, Alley Poteete worked at
Wal-Mart and went fishing with some of her friends.
I myself did a few things, although I didn’t go on a vacation. Over the spring break week I went fishing
practically every day, went to my cousin’s wedding, worked, and went to Easter in Alabama.
Many students did anything and everything they could do in a week’s time with all their friends because
as a senior it was their last senior break before we all go off to college our separate ways. Being a senior, I also
did all I could before I graduate. I hung out with many of my friends, worked, and hung out with my friends
again. I reunited with some and fought with others. From now on, most of us won’t have the same spring break
unless we get lucky and attend the same college or university.
Sherlock Holmes Interview
with Diamondie Wilson
by Akelah Rowe
Every year SCHS Drama students perform a fall and spring
play. The fall play is usually centered around Bedford
County youth, but the spring play is chosen for the SCHS
students. This year Sherlock Holmes was selected for this
year’s production. I go behind the scenes with Diamondie
Wilson; a senior at SCHS. Diamondie explains her
experience with this classic British play.
Question: When did you first start performing in plays?
Diamondie: In 4th grade I did two plays; The Mysterious
Case of the Missing Ring and Wooing Wed Widing Hood.
Q: How do you feel about performing in your first and last
high school play?
D: I’m really sad because this is the only one that I was able
to do.
Q: Are you anything like your character, Gas house Gertie?
D: Absolutely! She’s a nut case and hyper-active just like me!
Q: Do you want to act in theatre when you go to college?
D: Absolutely, if I could make time for it through band.
Q: What would you tell anyone who’s interested in acting at
SCHS, but are too afraid?
D: Go for it; it may seem scary, but it’s so much fun, and
practices are so funny!
Come support the SCHS Drama department and watch
Sherlock Holmes right here at SCHS. Times and dates are as
follows:
Fri, May 4th @ 7pm
Sat, May 5th @ 2 & 7pm
Sun, May 6th @ 2pm
Prom 2012 by Alley Poteete
“Today Was a Fairytale” was the theme of Central’s prom, and some people’s
night was truly a fairytale. It was a bittersweet night for the seniors since it was
their last prom. Several of them share their experience.
Lauren Warren, a senior, went with her boyfriend,
Gage Smith who is also a senior at SCHS. She said “It was a fun night. Senior walk
went good, I didn’t fall. But I’m just not big on dressing up.”
Caitlin Reason, a senior, went with her boyfriend
Matthew Epperson who is also a senior at SCHS. She said that “I had a blast at
prom. Our limo was the best part; I loved arriving to prom in it.”
Hunter Hayes, a senior, went with his friend, Stacy
Bailey. He said, “I had fun at prom, but my favorite part was the Chop House; I
loved watching Gage play with his food.”
Jeb House, a junior, went with his girlfriend,
Ashley Andrews, who is a senior at SCHS. He said, “I had fun, it was enjoyable. It
was the best night of my life, and I’m glad I got to spend it with my beautiful
girlfriend.”
The Sign Language Club (SLC) by Anna Navarrette
After almost a hundred years of educating students, Shelbyville Central finally introduces
its first sign language club, dedicated to helping students learn despite any hearing disability
they might have. Mrs. Wanda Sawyers is the founder and supervisor of SLC. Mrs. Wanda
Sawyers, a CODA (child of a deaf adult), was born into a completely deaf family. She has been
doing sign language for around twenty-five years. She began the SLC here and works with over
twenty students. Throughout her life, she has helped many people by translating for them and
helping them communicate with the deaf.
Right now, Mrs. Sawyers is working with a student by attending all of his classes with
him and translating the lectures for him. She is also helping the students who have joined SLC
learn sign language so they may expand their limits and overcome any speech difficulties they
may face. They have learned the basics –the alphabet, numbers, everyday words, and sentences.
These meetings are every Thursday beginning at three to five in the afternoon and last about an
hour.
Mrs. Sawyer has always enjoyed working with the hearing impaired, as well as children.
Since she began this club, she has the best of both worlds, which is something she feels is
unbelievably awesome. Signing is a language that she is a natural at.
“Sometimes being a CODA was hard for me growing up, but now when I look back I loved it
so much I would never trade it for the world. I get told all the time that sign language is so
beautiful. So I am glad I can do it and also now teach others to do the same. I think it is very
important for the people to know because the deaf population is very large and growing by the
day.”
For any Shelbyville Central High School student who is interested in being a part of this
club, it’s not too late. Even this far in the year Mrs. Wanda Sawyers is willing to accept new
members. You may be very behind, but it’s never too late to try. So come on over this Thursday
at three and see what it’s all about. You may just be amazed at how interesting it comes to be, I
know I was.
2012-2013
Student Body Officers by Payne Long
The student council is a big part of Shelbyville Central High School. The council makes most of the big events
and activities at school happen and SCHS is very appreciative of them. With all of these activities and events
comes big responsibility, and that is where the whole council comes in. There are the freshmen, sophomore,
junior and senior representatives and officers; and then the student body officers. Student body officers are
the ones that run the meetings and plan activities. They have a big responsibility and play a key role in the
student council.
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President- Tiona Murray “I am very excited for the year to come. It will be filled with fun activities and creative fundraisers. With the
assistance of Mrs. Vega and Ms. Parsons and other members of the council, there will be no obstacle too great.”
Vice President- Alexi Gordon “I’m really excited about being Vice President of the Student Body. I’m hoping we can do some new things to
support St. Jude’s Children’s hospital. We have already discussed many ideas for homecoming that I believe
many people will enjoy.”
Secretary- Madison Martin
“As a new student body officer, I hope to get more students involved in school pride and I would like to see
about trying to give the class officers more time on displays. I would like to take a look at the ounce
requirements for GCFD in order to help in today’s economy. I am very thrilled to be an upcoming student body
officer and I’m excited to work with my other officers. I believe with all of us put together we will have a great
year!”
Historian- Caleb Krieg
“As a Student Body Historian, I am elated that I’ll be able to take photos of various student events and make a
digital collage of them, but beware those photos will be candid! As a new officer, I want to do more community
activities like the GCFD or even start new ones like an end bullying campaign. After all, they do say that change
starts at home.”
Making Community Service Required
by Alli Kirkman
Community service is doing something helpful for the community without
getting anything in return. There has been some debate or whether high school
students should be required to do community service. Several students at SCHS
were asked the question, “Do you think community service should be required in
public schooling?”
Constance Seagraves says “Yes, because students need a sense of
completion and a duty to their school, and by community work the students may
build character and fill themselves with completion and a desire to be voluntarily
involved in their educational environment.”
Samantha Smith agrees with adding, “Community work is great for students!
It gives them a taste of the real world; it will also look good for college
applications.”
Michael Haughton states his agreement, “Yes, because it’s helping people;
it’s not like it’s a waste of time.”
Although many people agree with having to do community service, a lot
disagree also. Cameron Kirkman says, “No, because students already have enough
on their hands and don’t have much time for anything else. Also, it puts pressure
on parents because they have to either get their children there or make sure they
get there.”
Cassie Pollock agrees saying, “No, because students in high school already
have enough to deal with in and out of school; they don’t have time to do
community work.”
Tori Spence concludes with “No, because they have enough stress to deal
with; keeping grades up and studying.”
What Have The FRESHMEN Learned This Year?
by Meredith G. White
Arin Harwell learned how to play the drums and is even in a
band with her older sister, Alix Harwell (junior), at their
church.
Buddy Ray had an interesting (and slightly disgusting)
revelation this year. “Always smell your forks before you
use them. One day Dallas Oliver (junior) had a weird
smelling fork at lunch and so I learned to smell them first.”
Bryce Breaux had learned something very important
concerning his high school career: Always do your work and
listen to all your teachers.
David Lynch had a good tip for the upcoming freshmen next
year: “I learned not to trust upperclassmen because they’re
mean and will lead you in the wrong direction.”
The SROs of SCHS by Megan Mullins
SRO K. Moses
What made you want to be an SRO?
“I worked at MTSU for a few years and enjoyed working around younger students. I always wanted to give back to my
local school system and have the chance to work with and support the student athletes.”
What is your favorite thing about being an SRO?
“I enjoy being involved in the school activities with the students (sports, clubs, ect.).
What is the worst experience you have had on the job?
“One morning on my way to work there was a bad wreak on Hwy 231 involving a bus. I was the first officer on the scene.
I had to make sure all the kids were off the bus and try to save the person in the car.”
What training did you have to go through to become a SRO?
“First I had to attend Basic Law Enforcement Training for 8 weeks-all day classes and stay overnight –only home on
weekends. Then after being a patrol officer for 3 years I had to attend a Basic SRO class and then attend an annual
conference.”
What’s the weirdest thing you have experienced?
“We have had numerous animal calls at the school- dogs, puppies, the owl, and the cat that crawled into the coke
machine. I had to get it out and the coke guy Zack took it. The kitten rode with him all day and he gave it away on his last
stop.”
How many arrests have you made this year?
“25-but not all were SCHS students but were on school property.”
SRO Corey Ewing
What made you want to be an SRO?
“When I first went to collage I wanted to teach and coach. I changed my major to law enforcement , so know I get to do
both.”
What is your favorite thing about being an SRO?
“I get to laugh everyday at some of the things kids do. It reminds me of how I acted when I was in school.”
What is the worst experience you have had on the job?
“We had a student go to the hospital for doing drugs. That’s always scary for all of us.”
What training did you have to go through to become a SRO?
“You have to be in law enforcement for 2 years or have a degree. We also have training every year.”
What’s the weirdest thing you have experienced?
“I had to call animal control to get an owl out of the net at the baseball field”
How many arrests have you made this year?
“7”
Foreign Places by Hannah West
During this year and the past, three seniors from Shelbyville Central High School
traveled to foreign countries. Abigail Marbibi, Angel Garrett, and Diana Godinez all
went to different countries. Abigail went to Mexico,
Angel went to Canada, England, Ireland, and southern
India and Diana went to Guatemala.
Abigail vacationed to the cities of Progreso
and Cozumel in Mexico. She went over Spring
Break. Abigail had taken a Caribbean cruise where
they stopped at Progreso and Cozumel each for a day
and spent two days out at sea. She said she had an amazing time
and it was a fun experience. She also said, “It was completely different, yet
exciting.” Abigail enjoyed seeing the new places and experiencing the culture.
She said it was quite different from the United States in that the women wore
traditional clothing and you could see the Spanish influence on the cities.
Abigail’s favorite memory was going to the Dzibilchaton Mayan ruins and learning about the Mayan culture.
Angel went to Canada, Ireland, and England for vacation and to India for a mission trip. The experiences
she gained from the eighteen day trip were extraordinary. She wishes everyone could go on a trip like she did
and she would gladly do it again in a heartbeat. Like Abigail, Angel said each country was different than the
United States. She said Canada was the most similar, but most of their buildings were made of glass. She
described Ireland as being very religious based and open with Christianity. Angel saw Ireland’s rolling hills that
were plentiful in sheep. Also, she said drinking is very casual to the country.
While she was in London, England, she described it as being clean and having
very old buildings that were built in the 1500s or even earlier. Angel also got to
visit two real castles while in England. What surprised Angel the most is the
way that England, Ireland, and India drive on the opposite side of the road than
America. When she was in India, it was their winter weather which maintained
a hundred degrees Fahrenheit. She described India as
being very poor. She said it was common to see
naked children with roped tied around
their waist to serve as a leash. India’s
buildings and clothes are bright colors. Their
currency is fifty rupees to match our dollar. Angel said that most
vehicles don’t have side mirrors, so as you pass a car, honk
continuously. Angel also saw wild monkeys roaming around. She
explained that many people eat with their hands and that most places
don’t have toilets. Also, she explained that many people have never
seen a white person so many were scared and curious. In India, they live by a
cast system, which means if you’re born poor then you will never be able to surpass being
poor. Angel’s favorite memory was dancing with the orphan girls. They were not
allowed to play sports, so Angel started dancing with another girl named Cira.
Soon hundreds of girls surrounded them. She said, “It was truly the best memory
of mine. Those kids never stopped amazing me.”
Diana went to Guatemala this past year to visit some of her family
members. She described it as a beautiful place with mountains. She said many
people walk instead of driving, sell food on the side of the streets, and there is
barely any technology there. While there, she learned a lot about the Guatemalan
culture. Her favorite memory was staying up all night playing games with some
of the local kids.
Bits and Pieces of Our Seniors' Futures by Kiga Turner
Graduation is upon us again and most seniors are very excited. After senior year, we try to keep in
touch with our friends. Often times, we move away and calls to old friends gradually get further and further
apart until they are non-existent. We move on with our lives and begin to create our families and futures. High
school is a period of growth in our lives, and eventually, we are done with it. The SCHS Messenger has decided
to take the time and peek into the futures of some of our 2012 seniors, because we do continue to care about
what happens to our students after we have prepared them to take on the world.
"I plan to go to MTSU for my pre-pharmacy degree. I'm not sure where I
want to go after though," says Luke Bratcher. "My neighbor is a pharmacist, and it
just sounds really interesting to me."
"Uh, I am going to go to University of Tennessee,
Memphis," Idel Giron tells me, "I want to get a degree in
engineering, but I don't know if I'll keep on going with it.
I want to build my own home."
Rebekah Lovvern shrugs and says, "I don't really know what I want to do yet.
I'm going MTSU. I'm between elementary education and physical therapy training."
"I'm planning on getting a tattoo," Channing Harden exclaims playfully, "No,
no, no. Actually after graduation, I'm going to San Antonio, Texas for my family
reunion; then, in the fall, I am going to attend MTSU for pre-veterinarian. I'm a little
if-fy, but I think I will really like working with animals. They're so cute."
"After graduation?" Aaron Caffey confirms, "I'm going to UT Memphis for bio-medical engineering.
Afterwards, I will probably go to a medical school. I just think it seems really
interesting, and that's where a lot of the engineering work is prospering."
David Pearson takes a moment to think before speaking, "I am going to
Motlow for accounting. I may or may not stay in Shelbyville."
"Uhm," Kirstin Hawkins begins, "I want to become a dental hygienist. I'm
going to attend Chattanooga State and probably work as a technician until then."
"I want to be a teacher. I'm going to MTSU for it," says Julie Kay Haynes, "I
want to come back to SCHS to teach. That's my little dream right now."
"What I want to do after graduation?" Dreanna Woodard asks, "Well, I know I want to go to college at
UTC. I'm currently undecided, but I am thinking about speech-language pathology. I want to help people, and
that seems like a good way to start."
"Don't ask me," Dimpal Patel warns me and then smiles, "I'm kidding. I'm going to cosmetology school
at Paul Mitchell in Murfreesboro. I love working with hair; I do my own all of the time."
"I'm going to take the Certified Nursing Assistant certification test. Then, I plan to get a job as a CNA as
I go to Motlow in the fall and majoring nursing." Emily Roberts says, leaving it short and sweet.
Haylie Spence smiles, "I am going to go to Tennessee Tech to get a degree for elementary education.
Mostly because I like kids, and I don't really know what else to do."
Ashley Barrios says quietly, "After I graduate, I want to get a job, get back on my feet. I want to work on
my book and spend time with my boyfriend. Once I'm back on my feet, I want to attend the beauty school here
in Shelbyville."
Aleck James says, "Lorrie and a couple of us our going on a senior trip to
Panama, Florida for most of the summer, but when we get back, I am planning on
going to Tennessee Tech for elementary education. I love little kids. I think I will
want to teach in Murfreesboro."
"Party, party, party!" Lorrie Rittenberry says quickly and laughs, "When
we're back, I'm going to MTSU for my basics. I want to go to Memphis or UTK for
actual medical school. I want to work in a trauma unit, because my dad was burned
really badly. Also, my grandpa had cancer, and I would go to the hospital a lot. The
doctors let me help and told me things I could do. I just like blood and guts and
stuff. I really do; I think it's cool."
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Summer Vacation
by Katie Thorpe
Around this time of year, one of the only things on a
student’s mind is summer vacation. How many days until
summer? What am I going to do when it’s here? Summer
vacation is the biggest break we have all year and we love it!
Staying up late with no school work and sleeping in to anytime of
the day you want. It’s fantastic! I know teachers and parents
would rather us be focused on our finals and EOCs, but all we are
thinking about is summer vacation.
Sarah Jones: “I`m going to Destin, Florida with my best friend,
Heather Groves.”
Jake Hinson: “I will be going to visit my family in Perry County.”
Dallas Oliver: “I don’t know exactly what I will be doing over the
summer because my parents spontaneously plan things for us to
do, but I will definitely be looking for a summer job.”
Matthew McClenny: “I`m going to Panama City with my family
and, of course, I will still be working at DQ.”
Janita Hendricks: “Over the summer I will be visiting family in
Michigan, where I used to live.”
Many students already have plans for the summer and now they
are just waiting for school to be over so they can get on with
them. Summer vacation 2012 is almost here! Just a little bit
longer… we might be able to make it.
Social Networking: Good or bad? by Cain Barrett
Social networking is one of the most popular activities in the world
today. From MySpace, to Facebook, to Twitter, the buzz of social
networking hasn’t reduced in the slightest. The best thing about social
networking is that there is no age limit, so mom, dad, brother, sister and
even grandma can join the social networking world. But is social
networking beneficial?
After talking to several people, the conclusion is that most teens on
social networking sites have one mutual problem; parents on the same
website as them.
After asking adults these questions, a lot of people over the age of
thirty only use Facebook to re-connect with old schoolmates, teachers,
long lost friends and family members. Parents do not use these sites to
“snoop” through their kid’s privacy, or anything like that; most parents
have social networking accounts simply to live out its true purpose, to re-
connect.
After talking to different students, most teens who have a Facebook
enjoy the fact that they have privacy away from their parents and can
post whatever they want. But is too much privacy a bad thing?
High school senior Will Dye said, “All social networking sites are
terrible. They are all full of so much drama and nonsense that you can’t
even enjoy the true purpose of the site in the first place.” So the
question still remains; is too much privacy a bad thing?
Some people think it has potential to be better if it had more
monitoring. Junior Megan Mullins said, “Social networking is okay, but it
could definitely use more monitoring.” However, if there is more
monitoring on these sites, wouldn’t it be defeating the purpose of even
having one? There are many questions to these sites, but at the end of
the day, everyone just needs to have fun and enjoy the fun of social
networking!