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Week in Review

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By McKenna Click

A look in photographs of the past few weeks at Floyd Central. The week’s activities include Godspell, the Dazzlers’ national preview, a lab in science teacher Michelle Harbison’s class, NJROTC annual inspection, and design and sketchbook assignments in Intro to Art and Drawing I-IV classes.

Dazzler's preview their national competition routine of Jan. 29. Photo by Jalyn Kowalski.
Dazzler’s preview their national competition routine of Jan. 29. Photo by Jalyn Kowalski.
Junior Savannah Wormley strikes a pose ending the scene at a showing of Godspell. Wormley has been involved in theater since she was a freshman. At first it was the nationally and internationally renowned theater department that drew her in. “I went into it not knowing if I’d have any talent or knack for it at all, but I took intro my freshman year and never looked back.” Part of the reason she likes it so much is the people involved in theater. “The department is truly a melting pot of interesting personalities and it really is like being a part of one big, huge dysfunctional family.” Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Savannah Wormley strikes a pose ending the scene at a showing of Godspell. Wormley has been involved in theater since she was a freshman. At first it was the nationally and internationally renowned theater department that drew her in. “I went into it not knowing if I’d have any talent or knack for it at all, but I took intro my freshman year and never looked back.” Part of the reason she likes it so much is the people involved in theater. “The department is truly a melting pot of interesting personalities and it really is like being a part of one big, huge dysfunctional family.” Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Bailey Hussung sings one of many songs in the theater’s production of Godspell. Godspell ran its last round this past weekend, selling out their final showing. The next show that the theater department will be showing is Thoroughly Modern Millie. Tickets can be reserved by calling the box office at 812-542-2284. Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Bailey Hussung sings one of many songs in the theater’s production of Godspell. Godspell ran its last round this past weekend, selling out their final showing. The next show that the theater department will be showing is Thoroughly Modern Millie. Tickets can be reserved by calling the box office at 812-542-2284. Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Jade Dailey recites her lines during a performance of Godspell. Dailey has been involved in theater since elementary school. “I needed something to take my mind off of the everyday aspects of life,” said Dailey. She started out her high school theater career at New Albany but switched to FC this year. “My favorite part of FC theater is they are on a very high professional level when it comes to the rehearsal process and the audition process.” Dailey continued on saying, “Everything is so well put together by Mr. Steiner.” Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Jade Dailey recites her lines during a performance of Godspell. Dailey has been involved in theater since elementary school. “I needed something to take my mind off of the everyday aspects of life,” said Dailey. She started out her high school theater career at New Albany but switched to FC this year. “My favorite part of FC theater is they are on a very high professional level when it comes to the rehearsal process and the audition process.” Dailey continued on saying, “Everything is so well put together by Mr. Steiner.” Photo by McKenna Click.
Student teacher Kelly Book explains some of the lab work to juniors Kaylee Newland (left) and Rose Mintkenbaugh (right). Fitzgerald and Book agreed that the hardest part of the lab is writing out the chemical equations based on what the students have observed in the lab. Photo by McKenna Click.
Student teacher Kelly Book explains some of the lab work to juniors Kaylee Newland (left) and Rose Mintkenbaugh (right). Fitzgerald and Book agreed that the hardest part of the lab is writing out the chemical equations based on what the students have observed in the lab. Photo by McKenna Click.
Juniors Rose Mintkenbaugh (left) and Kaylee Newland measure out liquids for a two day lab “Pipes of Reactions” in Beth Fitzgerald’s Chemistry I class on Monday February 28. Photo by McKenna Click.
Juniors Rose Mintkenbaugh (left) and Kaylee Newland measure out liquids for a two day lab “Pipes of Reactions” in Beth Fitzgerald’s Chemistry I class on Monday February 28. Photo by McKenna Click.
Senior George Emily stands and listens as Captain Tim Naville inspects him during NJROTC’s annual inspection that was held Wednesday morning in the gym. This is the 20th annual inspection since 1994. Photo by McKenna Click.
Senior George Emily stands and listens as Captain Tim Naville inspects him during NJROTC’s annual inspection that was held Wednesday morning in the gym. This is the 20th annual inspection since 1994. Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Lance Youtsey (center) stands at attention in front of other JROTC students Wednesday during annual inspection. Youtsey said he went into ROTC because he’s always wanted to go into the coast guard, but his favorite part about ROTC is the people. “It makes my day, they’re actually pretty funny,” said Youtsey. Photo by McKenna Click.
Junior Lance Youtsey (center) stands at attention in front of other JROTC students Wednesday during annual inspection. Youtsey said he went into ROTC because he’s always wanted to go into the coast guard, but his favorite part about ROTC is the people. “It makes my day, they’re actually pretty funny,” said Youtsey. Photo by McKenna Click.
Sophomore Cassie Nale (right) and junior Katrina Klingsmith (left) work on art projects for Susan Higdon’s intro to art class. “My favorite part of art is being with the art community,” said Klingsmith. Nale was working on a sketchbook assignment, but Klingsmith was working on her potential design for next year.’ Photo by McKenna Click.
Sophomore Cassie Nale (right) and junior Katrina Klingsmith (left) work on art projects for Susan Higdon’s intro to art class. “My favorite part of art is being with the art community,” said Klingsmith. Nale was working on a sketchbook assignment, but Klingsmith was working on her potential design for next year.’ Photo by McKenna Click.
Freshman Matthew Jewel works on his potential design of next year’s planner cover in Susan Higdon’s intro to art class. A design senior Zach Nichols’ came up with will be used if a new design is not created. Photo by McKenna Click.
Freshman Matthew Jewel works on his potential design of next year’s planner cover in Susan Higdon’s intro to art class. A design senior Zach Nichols’ came up with will be used if a new design is not created. Photo by McKenna Click.
Senior Parker McCullough works on his project in Kerri Jones' Drawing III/IV class. McCullough has been around art his whole life. “My grandpa used to teach art here,” but goes on to say “I don’t think I really became interested in art until sixth grade. My favorite part [about art] is the freedom of expression. Photo by McKenna Click.
Senior Parker McCullough works on his project in Kerri Jones’ Drawing III/IV class. McCullough has been around art his whole life. “My grandpa used to teach art here,” but goes on to say “I don’t think I really became interested in art until sixth grade. My favorite part [about art] is the freedom of expression. Photo by McKenna Click.
Juniors Brett Yeaton and Sarah Henry work on their pen and ink projects in Kerri Jone’s drawing I/II class. Henry first became interested in art when her middle school art teacher Diane Emerson suggested she take classes outside of school with the Louisville Visual Arts Association. “The teacher there was fabulous so I became hooked.” Henry continued on with art from there. Her favorite part is “working with new mediums that I haven’t worked with much before.” Photo by McKenna Click.
Juniors Brett Yeaton and Sarah Henry work on their pen and ink projects in Kerri Jone’s drawing I/II class. Henry first became interested in art when her middle school art teacher Diane Emerson suggested she take classes outside of school with the Louisville Visual Arts Association. “The teacher there was fabulous so I became hooked.” Henry continued on with art from there. Her favorite part is “working with new mediums that I haven’t worked with much before.” Photo by McKenna Click.
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ROTC cadets participate in Clarksville Vietnam War memorial display

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By Patrick Prifogle

This weekend a replica of the Vietnam Memorial will be on display in Clarksville. It is sure to be quite the spectacle. Before it goes on display, though, it will be toured by motorcycles, police cars, and everything that makes noise around New Albany and Clarksville. It will rest on Veteran’s Parkway for the remainder of the weekend.

According to senior chief Michael Beal, senior Conner Seacat, juniors Alexis Martin and Alyson Gill, and sophomore Kayla Jones of  the NJROTC will raise and lower the American flag and the P.O.W. flag on the site this weekend. It will only be there this weekend so if you want to see it, go as soon as you can.

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Small price for great honor

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By Jessica McNally
Men and women from all over the country fight for our freedom everyday. These brave men and women who fight and who have fought for our rights, like veterans, walk our streets everyday. They pass us on the streets, in the mall, and even in the grocery store. These veterans don’t get recognition except for one day of the year, Veteran’s Day.
During one of the uniform inspections in JROTC, Senior Chief Michael Beal decided to ask all of the cadets the same question. Beal asked us, “why do you wear your uniform?” Most cadets answered basically the same, “to honor those who protect and serve our country.” When I answer this question, much more goes through my mind than just honoring those who protect and serve. I think about not only those who protect and serve today, but also those who protected and served years ago and those who will serve our country someday. I think about all of the men and women who have risked their lives for our freedoms and for rights. I also think about all of the people that I know that will be leaving for the military when they graduate high school. Last but not least, I think about my family who are, have been, or will be in the military.
My cousin’s husband, Jordan Powell, was in the marine corps. When Powell was in Iraq a few years ago, he nearly lost his life trying to protect our country. Powell and one of his fellow marines were driving down the old dirt road heading towards the base they were stationed at. While they were driving, the other marine saw something that Powell did not. Powell did not see that there was a land mine in the road up ahead. The fellow marine threw himself and Powell out of the Humvee. The vehicle kept rolling forward and only a few seconds later hit the land mine causing it to explode. Powell said that he considers himself lucky that he did not lose his life while serving in the military.
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NJROTC awards ceremony

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By Bekah Landers and Claire DeFrancisci

Photos by Bekah Landers

The JROTC participates in many important events throughout the year, giving the students many opportunities to show their dedication to the program. At the end of the school year, the students are awarded for their achievements and the new commanding officer is announced.

This year’s Commanding Officer senior Marissa Samons passed down her title to junior George Emily for next year.

“I am so excited for next year,” said Colonel Ben Gipe. “Every year keeps getting better and better and I can’t wait to see what these cadets have in store.”

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NJROTC returns to Pekin to aid tornado victims

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By Jessica McNally

This Wednesday, April 11, FC and Lanesville NJROTC teamed up with New Albany NJROTC to help clean the debris out of two more fields in Pekin. Farmers around the area need help to clean debris out of their fields in order for them to be able to plant their crops.

These farmers are some of many that were affected by the EF4 tornado that came through on March 2. Cadets lined up, stretched across the field and searched for debris, including: roof tiles, photographs, jewelry, fiberglass, branches and more.

Senior Marissa Samons, the cadet company commander of FC and Lanesville NJROTC, led her company, and NA senior Brandon Reardon, the cadet company commander of NA NJROTC, led his company in their march through the fields.

“The trip was very successful because we accomplished what we went there to do. People needed our help and we were there for them. They appreciated what we did to help them,” said Samons.