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Top 5 places to visit in Hawaii

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By Rachel Lamb

Over the course of six days, I visited many  attractions in Hawaii.  This includes islands, restaurants, and National Parks. These are the top 5 that I recommend going to see if you ever find yourslef in the Hawaiian Islands:

1: Haleakala National Park

At 10,023 ft (3,055 m) above sea level, the Haleakala National Park covers the summit area of the larger of the two volcanic mountains on Maui. It takes a total of 2 hours to drive to the top.
At 10,023 ft (3,055 m) above sea level,
 Haleakala National Park covers the summit area of the larger of the two volcanic mountains on Maui. It takes a total of two hours to drive to the top.

2: Mendes Ranch

Horseback riding facility located in Maui. Total ride time is 1.5 hours. Refreshments and 2 stops for pictures are included.
Horseback riding facility located in Maui.
Total ride time is one a half hours. Refreshments and two stops for pictures are included.

3: Kula Restaurant

Located at a 2,300 ft. elevation with live music indoors.

4: Island of Lana’i

Located 18 miles from Lani, this island is the 6th largest of the Hawaiian islands. Only one hotel, Four Seasons, is located on the island.
Located 18 miles from Lani, this island is the
sixth largest of the Hawaiian islands. Only one hotel, Four Seasons, is located on the island.

5: Makawao

Rodeo Town including many shops, restaurants, and art galleries. The only market remaining in town is Rodeo General Store.
Rodeo Town including many shops, restaurants, and art galleries. The only market remaining in town is Rodeo General Store.

 

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Senior week offers fun times for graduating class

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By Rachel Lamb

With roughly one month of high school left, seniors were congratulated through senior week. This gave the graduating class a week break from school lunch and invited them to the gym for music, catered food, and fun.

“My favorite part of senior week is only sitting around seniors at lunch. It is nothing like in the school cafeteria,” said senior Claire Watkins.

Other seniors, such as Katrina Klingsmith, favor it due to convenience of the food.

“It is nice to sleep in and not have to worry about packing my lunch in the morning, since I normally bring it everyday.”

Even though there are still many celebratory events left, senior week can be an emotional time.

“I feel the end is coming. I’m going to miss all of my friends so much,” said senior Alec Chait.

He added that this time of year is very stressful and senoritis is slowly beginning to sneak in.

Senior Shaw Ray has a different opinion on how senior week makes him feel.

“This event gives me a hint that we’re almost done with high school, but not to give up yet, we’re not completely done.”

Ray also shared that he thinks seniors are offered a big opportunity.

“It’s a good way to be able to talk to other seniors about your plans for after high school, since you do not really get to see your classmates as much as you think.”

Another senior, Timon Stermer, agreed with Ray.

“I rarely see my classmates during the school day. Senior week is probably one of the few occasions that I see a lot of them at once.”

Many seniors feel that this point in the year is a good time to slow down and focus on the present.

“I’m enjoying what is left of the year and I want to spend the time we have left making memories that I’ll never forgot,” said Klingsmith.

 

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This weekend’s Thunder events excite students

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By Rachel Lamb

Every year during mid-April an event called Thunder Over Louisville kicks off the beginning of the Kentucky Derby Festival. This event includes an air show, venders, many different activities, and fireworks.

Thunder Over Louisville is tomorrow. Many students are looking forward to that day, as this weekend approaches.

“Staying up all night after the fireworks is my favorite part,” said sophomore Hannah Knauer.

Others have a different opinion on their favorite part of the day.

“My favorite part is getting to see the airplanes fly over and do tricks in the afternoon with all of my friends,” said freshman Matthew Dunlap.

Senior Timon Stermer agreed that he also enjoys spending time with his friends.

“I look forward to Thunder every year because the people I spend the day with make it a fun experience.”

However, not everyone sees this event as a fun experience overall.

“The large crowds tend to put a damper on the evening,” said sophomore Heather Bouch.

She is not the only one that dislikes the exceeding amount of people. Knauer added to what Bouch said.

“That loud, mess of people is my least favorite part of the whole day.”

Thunder Over Louisville still offers a fun opportunity, if people can make the best of it.

“I have gone for the past five years and look forward to going again this year,” said Stermer.

 

 

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Youth group takes big step toward growing faith

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By Rachel Lamb

Students in the youth group at Georgetown Christian Church have been looking for ways in which they can deepen and grow their faith.

Starting on April 20, a project called “Deeper Life” will begin. Throughout this project, students will complete a number of tasks, such as scripture and book reading, journals, devotionals, quizzes, and service projects.

Some of the requirements are considered simple, but others are seen as difficult.

“I have memorized many verses in the Bible and know all of the books in order, so Bible reading will not be a problem for me,” said senior Timon Stermer.

Some students, such as junior Jacob Huntley, said that processing what they read will be difficult.

“The hardest part for me will be mostly with day to day stuff like Bible reading and journaling.”

Huntley added that he has an obligation to fulfill through this and even through difficult times, he will still manage to grow as a Christian.

Youth minister Chris Cowsert shared what he thinks students will struggle with the most.

“They will definitely be challenged with everything that is asked of them during this project, but they have a chance to prove what each of them are capable of.”

Once each student can prove that he or she has grown deeply in their faith, a free five-day trip to Florida during fall break will be given to the ones that fulfill all of the requirements.

“It is not an everyday location, so it is a very big deal to them that going to the beach is the reward,” said Cowsert.

However, a free trip is not all that freshman Kaelyn Gibson wants to get out of this opportunity.

“I want to participate in this because I have gone through some rough times. Honestly, I just want to become closer to God.”

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Upcoming events arouse excitement in the Senior Class

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By Delaney Smith and Rachel Lamb

As the school year is starting to come to a close, annual events for seniors are coming up quickly. Some upcoming events are:

May 1- Senior Class Day 8:30 a.m. : Day in which seniors are honored with awards, not including scholarships. “My favorite senior event is senior day, because we get to dress up,” said senior Alex Kennedy.

May 12-16 Senior Week : Week of events for seniors, such as Baccalaureate and Senior Class Night. Special lunches from outside venders are also brought in. “Senior Week is my favorite week of the year, since I don’t have to eat the school food,” said senior Ashley Apple.

May 12- Baccalaureate 7 p.m. : An end of the year ceremony that honors seniors. “We have have the choir perform and an inspirational speaker that gives them a look back and a look forward into the future. It can be emotional, since it is the last time they are together, except graduation,” said principal Janie Whaley.

May  14- Senior Class Night 7 p.m. : Night in which seniors are honored with scholarships. ” I am enlisted in the marines and not going to college right away, so this event will not affect me as much as others,” said senior Alyson Gill.

May 17- Prom 7 p.m. : School dance for juniors and seniors only. “I am most looking forward to prom considering it is my senior year,” said senior Scott Schuchardt.

June 8- Graduation Commencement Ceremony 2 p.m. : Ceremony where graduates are given diplomas, class president and faculty speak. “Saying goodbye to all the friends that I have made over the years is going to be tough,” said senior Timon Stermer.