Table Of Contents
Upcoming Events
Student Life
Alumni: Where Are They Now?
Staff Interviews
Senior Section
Editorials/News
Lifestyle
Humor and Advice
Activity Page
Contributing Writers and Editors
Upcoming Events
November 2nd:
High School Wellness Day (during Connections)
November 8th:
General Election Day
November 10th:
MAA / AMC Math Competition
Parent Teacher Conferences
Basketball "Meet the Team" Night
FAFSA Informational Meeting
November 15:
OML Test #2 (after school)
Parent Teacher Conferences
November 22:
Early Dismissal
November 23-27:
Thanksgiving Break (Students will return to school Monday November 28)
Senior Spotlight
Alanna Dorsey
Alanna Dorsey is a senior at Shawnee High School. She is a kind, caring, and compassionate person who is also very involved around the school. She's been in student government all 4 years, 3 of those years she served as class president. She has also participated in Spanish Club, Octagon Club, Spirit Club, SADD (secretary), Red Cross Club, and the Chief Newspaper, She also is a part of Shawnee's educational visioning team, runs the SHS Spirit Page on social media platforms, and participated in football and basketball cheer. Although she's very involved in school, she also has a busy schedule outside of school. She is a competitive dancer and has been for 16 years, which is a huge accomplishment in the dance world.
High school brings so many amazing opportunities for students and amazing memories along with those. Alanna's favorite high school memory is spending time with her friends in the student section at basketball games. Another memory of Alanna's is her most embarrassing one. She had stepped in water and wiped out in the hallway during her junior year, "There were so many people around, I was so embarrassed. Now I can laugh about it though" says Alanna. Senior year brings a lot of hopes for students. Alanna's most hopeful that her senior year will help to better prepare her for college and that by the end of the year she will feel prepared to go to college.
After high school Alanna plans to go to either Bowling Green State University or the University of Cincinnati to major in social work and minor in early childhood education. During college, Alanna looks forward to meeting new people and being able to see what life is like on her own. As a senior you learn so many things throughout high school, gaining tons of advice for the underclassmen. Alanna's advice to the freshman is to get involved and have fun. "Our school has so many different clubs and activities that students can get involved in and students should take advantage of that." Alanna also says that you should never be afraid to ask questions and to ask for help when you need it. In her first two years of high school she didn't ask questions and she could tell that there was a difference between when she did and didn't ask questions. The teachers and counselors at Shawnee just want you to succeed as and are there to help however they can so let them.
Addi Kirchenbauer
Connor Latham
Conner Latham is a senior at Shawnee High School who is responsible, prompt, caring, organized, and hard working. Conner is very active in clubs and sports. He is a part of SADD, Octagon Club, NHS (secretary), and Student Government. During high school, he has played four years of soccer and has been on the swim team for four years. Even with all his activities at the school, he is very active outside of school. He volunteers at St. Rita's, is a member of Young Life, has been in the Kewpee Art Show, played in club soccer and summer swim teams, is a part of medical explorers, and has a job at Shirley's Gourmet Popcorn Co.
So many memories are made through out high school. Connor's favorite memory was senior tenting. He liked being around his entire grade, laying on the road, Hayden Miller catching a bird, and getting food at 4 am. Embarrassing memories exist for everyone, and Connor's most embarrassing memory was breaking a beaker during a chemistry lab his sophomore year after just transferring schools. During his final year of high school, Connor is most hopeful for a successful swim season as well as getting into the colleges he is applying to.
Connor is considering many colleges, including, OSU, University of Dayton, University of Texas, and Cincinnati University. In college he plans to receive his undergrad in biology then continue onto med school to become a specialized physician. In college, Connor looks most forward to having freedom and making his own decisions as well as starting a new chapter of his life and creating his future. When entering high school, underclassmen look up to the upperclassmen. Connor's advice to the freshman is to stay on top of your grades because they all matter and make sure to be involved and enjoy high school. "Do what you want and make the most of it because the four years fly by" says Connor.
Addi Kirchenbauer
SADD Takes Action on This Year's Red Ribbon Week
For the last several years, Shawnee High School has not taken part in Red Ribbon Week. Now you might be asking yourself, “What is Red Ribbon Week?” Well, Red Ribbon Week takes place every year on the last week of October. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness about general drug use among all ages. It also helps to rebuild a sense of community and common purpose. This year, Shawnee students did their part in wearing red on October 26th, 2022. During lunch, students received a red ribbon to wear to show their support for this movement.
Jordan Bodine
Photo: Seniors Jordan Bodine, Orinayo Akomolafe, and Addi Kirchenbauer support Red Ribbon Week by wearing red on Wednesday Oct. 26th
Rivals Week
Shawnee and Elida have always been huge rivals when it comes to sports. This year was the second year of Shawnee and Elida participating in Rivals Week. Local businesses sold specialty sweets that were tallied up to see which school would purchase the most by the end of the week. Sara's Sweets sold sugar cookies decorated in frosting of each school's colors. Dash and Joey's had a smoothie assigned to each school. Shirley's Popcorn sold specialty popcorn that represented each school. At the end of the week, Shawnee came out as the champion of Rivals Week for the second year in a row. Part of the money from Rivals Week was donated to United Way.
Addi Kirchenbauer
Red Cross Club
The Red Cross Club is one of the many new clubs joining Shawnee High School! We are an extension of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross was founded on May 21, 1881, by Clara Barton. They have provided disaster relief, lifesaving blood, training and certification, aided military families, and much more all over the globe. Our club president, Alora Patel, and our club advisors, Ms. Trueblood and Mrs. Azzarello, are excited to host a CPR certification class after school on November 17. We are also working towards disaster relief for Hurricane Ian.
Aaron Zheng
Student Polls
Who is better: Drake or Kanye West ? This is a topic that has been heavily discussed around the halls of Shawnee High School. Is Drake better or is Kanye better? Let's talk about Drake and how he has come out with popular albums like Scorpion, Certified Lover Boy and More Life. He also won a Grammy award for best rap song with “God’s plan” 2019. Before he started his career as a rapper he was an actor and had a role on the Canadian teen drama series Degrassi: The Next Generation. Drake can be known for his lyrics like “You the best I ever had” and “I live for the nights that I can’t remember with the people that I can’t forget”. Next let's talk about Kanye West who won a Grammy for best rap album in 2004. Kanye has also come out with popular albums like Donda, Jesus is King and Graduation. He also is the owner of the brand Yezzy and plays a big role in fashion today. Kanye started rapping in the third grade and began making musical compositions in the seventh grade, eventually selling them to other artists. In total, Kanye has 21 Grammys while Drake only has 4 Grammys. When it comes to songs, they both have popular songs that would include “Flashing Lights” or “One Dance”. Some would say that Kanye is more innovative while Drake is better lyrically. In the end, students at Shawnee High School think Drake is better with a close vote of 50.8 percent over 49.2 percent.
Poll done by Antoine Shears
There was also a poll asking students what there favorite fall flavor was. Apple or Pumpkin? Here's those results:
Poll done by Aaron Zheng
What's Cooking in Chef Ebbing's Class?
In the month of October, many new things were made in the kitchens at Shawnee High School. Baking made pumpkin/banana/zucchini bread, Halloween cookies, bread pudding, cinnamon rolls, and apple pie.
Cooking made mac n cheese, Halloween cookies, cheddar broccoli and potato soup, pizza, and onion rings. Chef Ebbing has informed us that his favorite thing to make during this month is “fancy caramel dipped apples and Day of the Dead cookies.” Rolling into the month of November, more fall season items will be made. Stay tuned and keep cookin’.
Jordan Bodine
Marching Band
The Shawnee Marching Band has gotten to enjoy another amazing marching season, but this month they were able to perform their Disney show with the songs "Fantasmic", featuring music from the Sorcerer's Apprentice, "When You Wish Upon a Star", and the "Disney Parade Sequence", which contains music from the Mickey Mouse March and It’s a Small World After All. The band was also able to honor our seniors on their senior night. With the ending of the season, band members have begun preparing for the concert season.
Lyric Hauenstein
Alumni: Where Are They Now?
Karrington Green
Karrington is a 2022 graduate of Shawnee High School. Karrington played volleyball and ran track and was also part of the WBL sportsmanship committee during her high school years. She is now attending Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio where she is studying to be an ER nurse, playing volleyball, and running track. Karrington’s life in college is busy due to sports and being a nursing major makes her schedule even busier, but she says it keeps her going and that sports and school both give her a reason to keep going. Karrington says that life as a college student is more fast-paced and that her IQ for the game of volleyball has improved so much. The one thing she learned is that if you want to play, you have to work hard every practice because if not you will end up sitting out. One thing she carried over from high school was discipline. There wasn’t a time when she didn’t give her all, whether it was academics or sports. As a 2 sport athlete and nursing student she has no choice but to stay disciplined and do her work to make sure she succeeds at everything she does. Karrington is a big advocate of mental health awareness and taking time for yourself, so as to not get burnt out. This is a principle she lives by till this day. We wish Karrington the best of luck with her education and career.
Orinayo Akomolafe
Mrs. Bidlack
The 2022-2023 school year has brought Shawnee High School a new guidance counselor: Ms. April Bidlack. Ms. Bidlack has been working in education for the past 22 years and most recently held a position at Bath High School, also in Lima. She says that, “The biggest difference I would say [between the districts] is the advanced and AP classes … Students have those opportunities here”. Despite the relatively easy transition between jobs, Ms. Bidlack is still adjusting. She says, “The goal that I have for myself is to work on remembering everyone’s names and getting to know my students”.
Her goals are time consuming, but fortunately, many of Shawnee’s own students have been aiding her in reaching these goals. “I’ve been very impressed with the students. Many went out of their way to introduce themselves to me … They’ve been very kind”. When not working, Ms. Bidlack leads her daughter’s Girl Scout troop and works with her husband on his farm. She has two children, an 11 year old son named Adam and a six year old daughter named Ella.
Ms. Bidlack is the first in her family to attend college, and it is because of this fact that she chose her career. Her own counselor helped her get ready for college. She began working as a guidance office aid in high school and knew from then on what she wanted to do with her life. She went to Ohio Wesleyan University for an undergraduate degree in Education. She went on to earn her masters at Dayton in Education and Applied Professions (Guidance Counseling).
When asked what she appreciates about working with teenagers, she said, “It’s an interesting time as you’re making decisions about your future … It's an exciting time … I really like this age group as you make plans to map out what comes next”. Ms. Bidlack says that while high school students may cause a few premature gray hairs, they also, “help you stay young” and, “I want to help them to reach whatever goals they have”.
Senior Section
November Checklist for High School Seniors:
1) If you’ve decided to apply early admission to a particular school, finalize and send whichever applications are due this month.
Always make sure to have a parent, teacher, counselor or other adult review your application before it is submitted. It’s best to get an extra set of eyes to ensure that everything is included.
2) For regular college admissions decisions, finalize your application essays.
You've been working tirelessly on your college essays for quite some time (hopefully). It's time to finalize them. Again, allow someone else to look over them for the last time - your parents, teachers or counselors would make great proofreaders.
3) Find out your school’s procedures for sending official transcripts – and take action.
All colleges you’re applying to will require your official high school transcripts. Make sure you know what your school’s policies are and get the ball rolling so that your school is able to send your official transcripts in a timely manner.
4) Double check that testing companies have sent your scores directly to the colleges to which you are applying.
Double check that your ducks are in a row and that your scores have been sent to all of the schools you are applying to. Also, make sure you’ve checked beforehand that you’ve taken the right standardized tests for each college you’re applying since different colleges require different exams.
5) If necessary, register to take or retake the SAT, SAT Subject Tests or ACT.
Do this AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if this is still on your to do list!
Note: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many colleges are not requiring SAT or ACT for this college application season. Make sure you know where your college stands on the test-optional spectrum, and make the necessary plans in light of their position.
6) It’s time to finalize your college list.
Use the information you’ve gathered from your college visits and interviews to make your college application list. Your number should fall somewhere between five and eight colleges. Consider applying to a mix of reach, target and safety schools.
Once you have decided on your list, go over it with your guidance counselor, teachers, and parents about your decisions.
7) Keep track of ALL deadlines.
This is the year of deadlines. Create a “deadline calendar” showing the deadlines for admissions, financial aid, and scholarships, so that you’ll never miss a date.
8) Start preparing your application materials and then apply!
Ensure you follow all instructions and double check that materials have been submitted as well: recommendation letters, transcripts, test scores, etc. Make extra copies before you send them so that you can keep track of where you’ve applied already.
Applying before winter break may be a good plan so that you’re not rushing to meet deadlines over the holidays.
9) Check in with your guidance counselor to ensure you’re on track for admissions requirements, graduation requirements and to discuss financial aid options.
Staying in the loop with your guidance counselor is the best way to make sure you’re on track in all aspects of your academic career.
10) Start thinking about financial aid.
If you haven’t already done so, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which became available on October 1. You can find what you need to fill out the FAFSA on Fastweb, on the FAFSA website, or you can talk to your counselor.
Also, check in with each school you plan to apply to and check to see if they require a supplemental financial aid form. Some schools require these forms in order to get a better picture of family financial circumstances.
Note: This is especially important this year as changes to finances that happened as a result of the ongoing pandemic may not be reflected on the FAFSA.
11) Attend financial aid workshops with your parents.
Attending a financial aid workshop is a great idea for both you and your parents to gain a better understanding of how the process works and what aid is available. It's also a great idea to learn more about student loans at this point in the process should you find yourself in need of them once scholarships and financial aid packages have been distributed.
12) Make sure you continue to stay on track with your grades and your extracurricular activities.
Colleges will continue to look at what you’ve done in your senior year after you’ve submitted your application. Maintain your GPA in your courses and stay committed to any extracurricular activities you’ve been involved with so that your admission is never in jeopardy!
13) Always continue your scholarship search.
Keep in mind that the time after you’ve sent your college applications is one of the best times to focus on your scholarship applications. Apply for scholarships from local organizations, your scholarship matches on Fastweb, and scholarships that are specific to your school or intended degree program. You can find these by asking a financial aid administrator about opportunities at your college choices.
Apply for scholarships as deadlines approach and continually search for more scholarship and grant opportunities. Never give up as this should be a continual process throughout your academic career!
Addi Kirchenbauer
Editorials/News
Ohio Midterms Check-in
“We have to leave the age of stupidity behind us,” said Ohio congressman and Democratic Senate candidate Tim Ryan from a podium at the Lima Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275 building. Congressman Ryan has been to Lima multiple times, meeting with community leaders, veterans, and union members among others. His events are a reminder of the important midterm elections on Tuesday, November 8th. Early voting has already begun, and the voter registration deadline of October 18th has passed. These last few weeks are filled with the most intense campaigning of the year, especially in the highly contested races.
One of those highly contested races is surprisingly the Ohio Senate election. Tim Ryan (D) faces off against J.D. Vance (R). Ohio once was a toss-up state, but over time has moved into a safe pick-up for Republicans. There are a few Democrat holdouts, for example Senator Sherrod Brown (D). To many analysts' surprise, Congressman Ryan has actually been polling tied with Vance for some time, even showing a lead in the beginning. This can be attributed to Ryan’s worker’s first approach with a moderate and down to earth agenda. He is running a “no nonsense” campaign, as he commonly throws jabs at not only his opponent, but the “culture war”political environment itself. This campaign is resonating with many Ohioans, but they also could be voting out of distaste for his opponent.
J.D. Vance had a rough start to the senate campaign. In the Republican primary, he was consistently trailing behind former State Treasurer Josh Mandel. Mandel’s far-right agenda garnered strong support, but in a surprise move ex-President Donald Trump endorsed Vance. This was likely due to Vance’s connections within the Republican party, as well as Ohio republicans viewing him as a less divisive candidate than Mandel. The only problem for Vance is that up until he needed the endorsement, he was a “Never Trump” Republican, and a vocal one at that. Trump himself has railed on Vance, commenting on how he does not really like him and all he does is ask him for endorsements. Vance was also far behind in fundraising early on, but after a huge injection of tens of millions of dollars from Republican Super PACs, he has surpassed Ryan in fundraising. His campaign is like many of his Republican colleagues, focusing primarily on President Biden, cultural issues, and immigration. Attack ads against Ryan have exploded over all types of media, trying to showcase him as buddies with Nancy Pelosi (D) and President Joe Biden (D). Both Pelosi and Biden consistently poll among the lowest politicians in approval rating. Tying Ryan to them is definitely boosting Vance’s campaign.
The Ohio Senate seat is key to the next few years of American government. It is among 5 seats in states that could go either Republican or Democrat. Among them, it is one of the closest in the polls. The party that wins the most of these seats will gain control of the Senate. Democrats hope to maintain control in order to pass more legislation. Republicans want to take back the Senate, as they could put a halt to both the Democratic and President’s agenda. Doing that will grant them an advantage in the upcoming presidential election in 2024.
The Senate race is not the only one on the ballot. Governor, Secretary of State, and Treasurer are among the state level races on the ballot this November. Representative Jim Jordan is against up and coming challenger Tamie Wilson (D). Congressman Jordan has been focusing on the race little, instead opting to spend more money on his Republican allies. This along with comments made by those allies signals that Congressman Jordan may be looking to run for Speaker of the House, if Republicans were to regain control of it. Wilson believes she has a real chance at dethroning the Republican in what is seen as a safe district, since it has been redrawn. Congressman Jordan has also taken many hits to his image. His involvement in a massive sexual assault scandal on the OSU wrestling team, his involvement in January 6th, and his hateful comments toward a 10-year old victim of rape have resulted in many hits to his character. While he is unlikely to lose his seat in his extremely conservative district, if there were to be a time for it to happen it would likely be now.
A non-partisan race holding great importance is that of the Ohio Supreme Court. The court has had numerous critically important cases given to it. The most prominent of which is about gerrymandering. Ohio is one of the most gerrymandered states in the United States. For the last 12 years, these districts have overwhelmingly favored Republicans. The court has struck down these maps multiple times, and is requiring a more fair distribution of voters. Those who win a seat on the court in November will then be faced to decide if the maps drawn are constitutional or not. That decision will determine the political control of Ohio for many more years to come.
This was a quick synopsis of the upcoming midterm election. The most important aspect of any election is to use your right and go vote. If you need more information about voting, vote.org is a wonderful and accessible website that will be able to assist you. If you are interested in learning more about the candidates, the League of Women Voters website offers a comprehensive guide to your elections. By putting in your zip code, you can give free access to information about all the candidates on the ballot in your zip code (https://www.lwv.org/elections/vote411). Make sure to stay informed over the next two weeks, as what the results are could very well change the course of American politics.
Carter Kohli
Pro Vs Cons: Back Pack Policy
Pros:This year at Shawnee High School, administration has enforced a No Backpack policy. There are pros and cons to this new policy. Carrying a backpack around all day causes severe back pain. In an article by John Triano, DC, PhD, he informs the readers that “A heavy weight carried in backpacks can distort the natural curves in the middle and lower backs, causing muscle strain and irritation to the spine joints and the rib cage, lead to rounding of the shoulders, cause a person to lean forward, reducing balance and making it easier to fall.” With no backpacks, students can prevent early set back problems. This No Backpack policy also prevents serious fire hazards.
Jordan Bodine
Cons: With the new backpack rule, what are the pros and cons? To start with the cons, it is much harder to carry your things. You are allowed to bring a small bag or purse but you can’t carry as much as you could before. I have seen a number of people in the hallway drop their things, and I have had trouble carrying everything. You have such a small time limit in between classes that if you have to carry multiple textbooks and binders it can be nearly impossible if you don’t have time to stop at your locker. Also, there seems to be one kid in each of my classes that is always forgetting something or needs to get something from their locker. Overall it is a hassle to have to carry all of your stuff around in your hands.
Samantha Smith
Shawnee Station Review
I got a four-course meal at Shawnee Station including a handcrafted drink. This is how my experience went. To start off with their coffee shop in the mornings, they are very quick and efficient. By the time I pull up, my drink is usually done. In the beginning, when they first opened they were a little slow but they definitely have caught up. To start off my meal I got the beer-battered fries for an appetizer. These were delicious,. They had a very crunchy outside shell and the inside was soft and hot. The breading was very flavorful. For my main course, I got the grilled chicken sandwich with Buffalo sauce on the side, red onions, and pickles. There was an abundance of onions and pickles on the sandwich. I'm pretty sure there were 10 slices of pickles and a huge slice of onion. For dessert, I got a homemade peanut butter pie. It was rich and creamy but not my favorite dessert. The service was incredible. Our waitress had each course out in less than 15 minutes. She was very friendly and at the end of the meal, she gave us extra stickers. A very friendly place, but they have room to improve on the main menu.
Samantha Smith
Crocs: Why You Should Hate Them
We’ve all probably seen Crocs, the awful abomination and absolutely horrific example of footwear that everybody seems to have. I hate them, they literally have holes in them, which contradicts the entire point of shoes, which is to protect your feet. The Huffington Post has asked Podiatrists what they think of Crocs and this is how they responded, saying that “Unfortunately Crocs are not suitable for all-day use, these shoes do not adequately secure the heel. When the heel is unstable, toes tend to grip which can lead to tendonitis, worsening of toe deformities, nail problems, corns and calluses. The same thing can happen with flip flops or any backless shoes as the heel is not secured.” So not only do they look like absolute monstrosities that are a complete assault to the eyes, they also damage your feet when you wear them for long periods of time. And on another note, some of them can sell for over $100, let me repeat that, over $100 for a piece of plastic endorsed by a specific brand (or Kanye). Although Crocs look like the worst thing to ever have existed in this planet there are a few good things about them, such as the fact that they’re made from recycled materials, and because of this they are completely nontoxic, which means that hypothetically you could eat them if stranded on an island, although they have no nutritional value and feel like you’re trying to eat rubber, not to mention the fact that they would probably taste almost as bad as they look. Thank you for reading about why crocs are awful and why I hate them.
Lyric Hauenstein
Lifestyle
The Gift That Keeps On Giving
It is that time of year again. Spirit Halloween has recently shown up in our local mall to celebrate Halloween of 2022. When many people think of Spirit Halloween they think of the spooky animatronics or the overpriced costumes and this year is no exception to those traditions. As the season goes on, the animatronics are swapped out periodically. Unfortunately, my favorite animatronic of this year, Lil’ Skelly Bones, has been bought. Lil’ Skelly Bones (pictured) was one of the only two animatronics this year that made me physically jump. His name is also very fun to say, I might add. Another animatronic that made an appearance this year was Regan MacNeil (pictured) from the infamous horror movie The Exorcist. This animatronic specifically stood out to me because I have never seen a Spirit Halloween animatronic that is based off of an actual horror movie. There are plenty of costumes from Michael Myers to Bob Ross. I love the jewelry and mugs they offer as well. Hopefully you are able to stop by Spirit Halloween before the Halloween season ends.
Abbey Rivera
Thrilling Entertainment
During the month of October, many people enjoy the thrills of Halloween. Some activities that people participate in are going to Haunted Cornfields and Haunted Houses. The most popular of these in our area are the Haunted Town Hall, Hammer Brother’s Haunted Circus, Putnam County’s Haunted Cornfield, and Chainer’s Field of Screams. These places make horror movies come to life and allow the thrill seekers to fulfill their enjoyments. If letting these horrific scenes come to life is too much for you, the alternative option is watching a scary movie. Popular scary movies consist of Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th, Halloween, The Shining, The Ring, Poltergeist, Scream, and the Conjuring series. And even then, if these options are too scary for your liking, Suter’s Corn Maze is the perfect alternative for you, with activities such as the corn maze itself, a pumpkin patch, flower field, fun games for younger children, and tasty treats.
Jordan Bodine
Like no other Halloween
No one wants to be caught wearing the same Halloween costume, so this is a list of my favorite, unique costumes. For couples costumes, my favorites are Elvis and Pricilla Presley, Kim and Kanye, and Sandy and Danny. All iconic couples that are recognizable but unique. Iconic duos can be Tiana and Charlotte, Spy Kids, and Hot and Cold. Always a great choice to go with female icons, my choices are Meredith Blake, Elle Woods, and my favorite Paris Hilton. Group costumes are fun but most of the time basic, so try these instead: the guys from the Grownups movies, the Cheetah Girls, and the most ridiculous one, the royal family.
Samantha Smith
Spooky Science: Underwater monsters on earth
As Halloween approaches we are all familiar with common tales of monsters and monstrosities alike. Moreover, most of us are also familiar with the fact that only 5% of our ocean has been explored. Now, as a result of scientific exploration, some Halloween-ish creatures are making an appearance into the human world.
Vampires:
Did you know there are underwater vampires? Okay, maybe not the bloodsucking-fang-toothed creature you might be picturing, but some equally eerie creatures. The vampire squid is a type of cephalopod found in the darkest parts of earth's oceans. Interestingly, what makes this creature so different is that it is a mutant combination of both a squid and an octopus together. It is in its own taxonomy, due to its irregularity. Almost like a mutant monster.
On the freshwater side, the vampire fish is a nickname for the payara, an abundant gamefish found in the Amazon Basin. While this large fish does not suck the blood of its prey, its six-inch-long fangs, which protrude from an undershot jaw, resulting in a face only a mother could love.
Creepy Crawlies:
An alien. Well, almost. The scariest creature of them all…Spiders. SEA Spiders. These spiders are larger than any we've ever seen before, measuring up to 4 feet in diameter. They also have extra limbs, adding to their frightening appearance.
Ghosts and Ghouls:
Chimera fish have no bones and are just made of cartilage. It is translucent, showing its organs which gave it its name.
Alex Karapondo
Humor & Advice
Q: Why do vampires need mouthwash?
A: They have bat breath
Q: What's a ghost's favorite play?
A: Romeo and Ghoul-iet.
Q: Why do skeletons have low self-esteem?
A: They have no body to love.
Q: What health insurance do Halloween creatures use?
A: Medi-scare.
Q: Why do skeletons make good comedians?
A: They are two humerus.
Q: Why did the headless horseman start his own business?
A: To get ahead in life.
Q: What is a vampire’s favorite flavor of ice cream?
A: Veinilla.
Q: Why hasn’t anyone ever seen ghost poop?
A: Because it’s invisible.
Q: Do zombies eat popcorn with their fingers?
A: No, they eat the fingers separately.
Q: What do Italians eat on Halloween?
A: Fettuccini Afraid-o
Q: What do you call a ghost on the ceiling?
A: High-spirited.
Q: What did the witch do on her birthday?
A: She spellabrates
Aaron Zheng
Activity Page
Contributing writers and editors
Writers
Lyric Hauenstein
Alex Karapondo
Carter Kohli
Abbey Rivera
Jordan Bodine
Antoine Shears
Mariam Khandakani
Orinayo Akomolafe
Aaron Zheng
Editors
Senior Editor: Addi Kirchenbauer-Roney
Junior Editor: Samantha Smith
Advisor
Mrs. Kuhlman
Thank you to the yearbook committee for supplying photos for The Chief
Credits:
Created with images by Lukas Gojda - "Halloween Pumpkins on old wooden table" • Inga - "Hello November, the first of November is a calendar on the grass in autumn leaves." • Sensay - "Education concept - school backpack with books and other supplies, blackboard background" • New Africa - "Cute little kids with pumpkins wearing Halloween costumes on stairs outdoors"