March for Life sparks optimism
Sarah Kearby, Lifestyles Editor
January 30, 2012
On a Monday morning, no one wants to get up for their alarm, certainly not to stand in the rain. However, on Jan. 23, I forced myself to wake up at 3:50 a.m. because I would be marching for those who would never even get the chance to experience rain. I still wasn’t too happy to be facing the rain,... Read more »
Every Student Has a Story: Sarah Pattisall
Ashley Beyer, Lifestyles Editor
January 27, 2012
As a child, sophomore Sarah Pattisall sat and watched her dad play volleyball. She became entranced by a game she didn’t know much about, but she could tell that her father loved it. She never imagined she and her father would form a bond because of this very sport. “I just remember being a little... Read more »
German exchange student reveals American experience
Ashley Beyer, Lifestyles Editor
January 23, 2012
For sophomore Yannick Frach, every day spent in America was a new experience. For the past six months, Frach has been away from the comforts of his home in Germany, spoken a different language, and lived in a foreign country. From spending a day in New York City to learning how to use the tablets at... Read more »
Volunteer opportunity available through Polakoff Foundation
Stephanie Meadowcroft, Lifestyles Editor
January 13, 2012
The choice to earn service hours while helping people keep their sight can be as clear as 20/20 vision. Look no further than The Polakoff Foundation’s The Eyes Have It Program (EHIP). Started in 2006 by Sam and Denise Polakoff, the parents of Leah Polakoff who graduated in ’11, The Polakoff Foundation... Read more »
Teacher Spotlight: Lei Wei
Stephanie Meadowcroft, Lifestyles Editor
January 11, 2012
At the young age of 18, Chinese teacher Lei Wei wanted to travel from her home country of China to the United States to expand her horizons. Her parents didn’t want her leaving home at such a young age, but she didn’t let that stop her from achieving her goal. “I wanted to come to the United States... Read more »
Every Student Has a Story: Megan Greig
Ashley Beyer, Lifestyles Editor
January 2, 2012
As soon as she stepped into her first creative writing class at the age of seven, sophomore Megan Greig knew that she was born to write. “Something about the fact that we could take this piece of paper and use our minds to create an entirely new world on it fascinated me,” Greig said. The class,... Read more »
Students take advantage of summer internship programs
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
January 2, 2012
Summer is a three month vacation and a time of relaxation for busy students. However, some students choose to spend their summers a little differently. Instead of spending her summer at the beach or the pool, junior Morgan Jones wants to participate in an internship provided by the Science and Engineering... Read more »
Music department brings Christmas cheer in Christmas concert, prayer service
December 16, 2011
The music department put on their annual Christmas concert on Dec. 15. Belle Voce, the chorus, the orchestra, and the band and jazz band all performed songs such as “A Christmas Festival” and “Carol of the Bells.” On Dec. 16, the music department put on another Christmas... Read more »
How do you celebrate?
December 16, 2011
The Patriot unwraps ways in which students and teachers celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. “My father dresses up as Santa and rides around in a firetruck. My siblings and I follow behind and carol.” from social studies teacher James Fendryk “My family does the German tradition... Read more »
Advisories reach out during holidays
Sarah Kearby, Lifestyles Editor
December 16, 2011
Everyone knows the holidays are about more than just presents, lights, and cookies. The holiday season is the time for giving, and certain advisories have taken the true spirit of the holidays to heart by serving others this season. Social studies teacher Jake Hollin and his advisory not only contribute... Read more »