Barker searches for Chinese, German teacher
Leah Polakoff, Reporter
March 31, 2011
JC can say “Zài Jiàn” and “Auf Wiedersehen” to two foreign language teachers, as Chinese teacher Fen-Whey Koh and German teacher Judy Potter are leaving at the end of the 2010-2011 school year. Koh is departing from the JC community because of her long commute, while Potter is retiring after... Read more »
Patriots prepare for ESPN RISE National High School Invitational
Jenny Hottle, Online Chief; Kristin Marzullo, Photo and Design Chief
March 31, 2011
The varsity men’s basketball team was invited to play in the prestigious National High School Invitational at Georgetown Prep over spring break. Seniors Jenny Hottle and Kristin Marzullo had the opportunity to join the team during their trip. As reporters and photographers, they documented the trip... Read more »
Artist Profile: Hunter Kothenbeutel
Joey Hoff, Editor in Chief
March 30, 2011
With his bow set, sophomore Hunter Kothenbeutel aims, staring down his arrow and focusing his attention toward his target. His knack for archery, like his passion for ceramics, requires both precision and concentration. “You really have to put all of your focus into what you want to do. Like in archery,... Read more »
Lavigne’s ‘Goodbye Lullaby’ shows lack of vocal talent
Gabbrielle Joseph, Copy Editor
March 30, 2011
Punk rocker Avril Lavigne is back with her new album, “Goodbye Lullaby.” Unfortunately, the quality of the singing does not live up to the quality of the song lyrics. By listening through Lavigne’s album, it becomes obvious that the slow songs are much better than the upbeat ones. The lyrics and... Read more »
Briggs revises Honor Council plans
Allison Siegel, Print Chief
March 29, 2011
Students met with Dean of Students Thomas Vierheller and Music Director Daniel Briggs on March 15 to learn more about the Honor Council that will be put into place during the 2011-2012 school year. “We really wanted to finally address [the Honor Council] with students and the whole process. We wanted... Read more »
Lang honored after 20 years of directing
Rachel Dinsmore, Reporter
March 28, 2011
The spring musical, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” marked an important milestone for its director, Alumni Relations head Laura Lang. The show marked Lang’s 20th show directed at JC. Although Lang is associated with her partners-in-crime Kim Brueggemann and Larry Hensley, she... Read more »
Kinser warms hearts with blanket project
Meg Kirchner, Reporter
March 28, 2011
Blankets are something many people take for granted. But senior Maggie Kinser understands the importance of them. Her senior projects incorporates making blankets for Senator Bob Hope’s Hospice House. The hospice house caters to patients who are close to the end of their life. The hospice house... Read more »
Week in Pictures: Week of March 21
March 25, 2011
Photography by Taylor Hooper and Maggie Cassidy. This Week in Pictures takes a look into student life at JC. This week we take a look at our orchestra as they begin to practice their scales and music for the spring concert. Also in the science department sophomores were practicing their lab skills... Read more »
JC News Update: Spring Break
Rachel Dinsmore, Multimedia Editor
March 25, 2011
“The Patriot” brings you the JC News Update with Rachel Dinsmore. Each week Dinsmore discusses recent events happening around JC. This week Dinsmore catches up with stufdents and faculty members who are going to Europe over spring break.
Health Alert: Organic foods prove beneficial
Leah Polakoff, Reporter
March 25, 2011
Two Red Delicious apples sit beside each other at the market. Both are shiny, firm, and mouthwatering. There’s only one difference: one is labeled USDA Organic and the other is not. This tiny sticker that sits atop the organic apple can make a world of difference. The apple is one of the fruits listed... Read more »