Volume 65 Issue 3 - Fort Myers High School

Green Wave Golf: They’ve got the DRIVE!
by Kelsea Kosko
Lady Wave Golfers are LCAC Champions
A new year is another
chance for both Green
Wave golf teams to step
it up against their rivals
across the state. For the
girls, the Fort Myers golf
team is composed of a
handful of only the best
players in the school.
The key players this year
include Georgia Price,
Nana Sharma, Emily
Men Golfers get strategy talk from Coach
Bryson.
Thorp, Daniella Debetetto, Katie Rigot, Katie Melich
and newbie Nisha Sharma.
The power of the “puff”
Class rivals meet on the court and on the field!
By Jordan Weil
Exclusively during homecoming week, FMHS students forget
about all rivalries. For one week, the words Cypress, South and Bishop
don’t seem to have the same edge they usually do. During this
week, the only rivalry that matters is juniors vs. seniors.
For weeks leading up to homecoming, hundreds of juniors and
seniors dedicate afternoons and weekends to training and coaching
powderpuff football and volleyball. This is the only time of the year
that the guys get to test their hands on the volleyball court while the
girls taste what it’s like to be FMHS football players. Varsity football
and volleyball players coach the novices and, with them, design
plays and strategies to enhance their competitive edge against the
other class. Come game night, the competition is fierce and tension
is in the air.
Although, traditionally, seniors
win both football and volleyball,
this year’s juniors were
not ready to let the seniors capture
victory without a fight.
The first game of the night
was volleyball. The seniors had
a quick win in the first game ,
Getting the headbands properly aligned followed by a junior win for the
was the toughest task of the day.
second game, leaving it down to
the last game to decide the powderpuff volleyball champions. The
juniors played hard and kept the score close but in the end, they just
“Our rivals are Barron Collier and Gulf
Coast,” notes junior Nana Sharma, and adds,
“we won against Gulf Coast already and are
pretty much awesome this year. We hope to
make it to states.”
With the guidance of Coach Amy Hopperstad,
the Green Wave girls golf team remains
a powerful force to be reckoned with. With a
near perfect season, the team’s wish to make it
to states is certainly a tangible goal. The team
captured the LCAC title on October 11.
The same goes for the guys this year, with
only four new additions to the 2010 roster.
Newbies to watch include Ty Goldman,
Paul Kosko, Ryan Fowler, and
Nick Carling.
“We practice at a lot of different
courses because we try to get accustomed
to all kinds of grounds,” says
sophomore Paul Kosko when asked
about training. Guys golf is also happy
to welcome new coach Jesse Bryson to
the team, who is also a JROTC teacher
here at Fort Myers High.
Stay tuned for updates regarding
matches and tournaments as Green Wave
golf moves forward into an exciting season.
Cross country leaders;
Ryan Stafford and Sarah Spann
The run-down
On Cross-Country
By Gabi Hersch
This cross-country season took off with
a bang as the races at the 22nd annual Optimist
invitational began on September 25
where they had to overcome the largest hill
in Lee County, not once, but twice! Both
boys and girls teams for JV and Varsity
finished spectacularly. The varsity girls,
whose team consisted of: Sarah Spann,
Courtney Russo, Rachel Petrik, Haley
Emerson, Alex Wall, and Tori Cook successfully
held the title of second place
out of 26 teams. Rachel Petrik won third
place and Sarah Spann won fourth. Cyril
Kurland annihilated the other runners and
went for the win, placing first in the JV boys
race. The JV girls team placed first out of the
26 teams, with incredible runner, Amelia Linde placing first. The boys varsity team:
Ryan Stafford, Alex Bautista, James Whittle, Ace Brown, Vincent Sachs, Brendan
Shearman, and Brendan McGonagle blew away the other teams as well. This season
has been running by so quickly, that not only the Optimist invitational took place, but
also a huge race entitled FL Runners, where teams from all over Florida compete for
their best time. On the boys varsity team was Ryan Stafford, senior, who took the
lead winning the whole race.
The teams are led by seniors Ryan Stafford and Sarah Spann. Their dedication to
excellence continues to motivate the runners.
Intense competition was evident on every play of the Powder Puff 2010 Contest.
couldn’t stop the force of the Senior team. After
the intense, hard-fought final game, the senior
team celebrated its close with their fans win on
the court.
Immediately after volleyball, the football
game began. Clad in war paint and football
flags, the girls battled it out for their classes.
After two senior touchdowns, it was clear that
the juniors couldn’t contend, leaving the seniors
all-around powderpuff champions. The seniors
celebrated on the field as the juniors walked off
with just as much class pride as they walked on
with, knowing that, next year, it will be their
turn to take home the win.
Powder Puff Professional
Coaching Staff
Senior sensations: Volleyball team now at 18-2
Awesome team relies on experienced leaders
By Whitney Letourneau and Rachael Schaaf
The Lady Wave volleyball team is sailing through their season
with a record of 18-2. The Seniors this year have made a huge
contribution to that record. Setter, Kristin Shotwell, has made a
countless number of assists for the team. Along with Kristin is
libero, Erin Basinait, who has helped defend the FMHS court on
varsity for two years. Jessica Potanovic has had experience on the
varsity team for four years at FMHS and is now a great right-side
hitter. Marissa Marazzi and Brittany Brinson are both outside hitters
who usually lead the team in kills. Molly Oak, middle hitter,
has played on the team for two years now as a middle hitter.
The FMHS volleyball team’s goal is to once again make it to
the state championships. This is especially important to the Seniors
because this may be their last year of volleyball. The Tidal
Wave wishes the girls good luck as they continue their season. From left to right: Kristin Shotwell, Jessica
Potanovis, Molly Oak, Marissa Marazzi, Brittany
Brinson, and Erin Basinait
Tidal Wave Staff
Editor-In-Chief- Amelia Rosen
Feature Editor-Molli Vyne
Graphics Editor- Drew Seibert
Visual Art Editor- Claudia Zapiec
Academic- Jelise Singh
Student Life- Emily Kaske
News Editor- Liam Corkell
Emily Campbell, Laciey D’Agostino, Ashlyn
Demilia, Joshua Evangelista, Gabrielle Hersch, Nicole
Horton, Samantha Hullstrung, Kelsea Kosko, Julia
Leal, Whitney Letourneau, Rachael Schaaf,
Sarah Correnti, Jordon Weil
Tidal Wave Newspaper
published by FMHS Journalism class.
For more information about advertising
in the Tidal Wave Newspaper,
please contact Mrs. Pam Schwantes,
Newspaper Advisor, at 239-334-2167, ext. 282
Principal, David LaRosa
Fort Myers Senior High Schhol
2635 Cortez Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33901 Copyright 2010-2011
Photo by Amelia Rosen
Kayla Fett and James Whitfield
2010 King and Queen of Homecoming
by Emily Campbell and Sarah Correnti
Each year select students from each class have
the honor of being on the homecoming court.
This year, the students represented their classes
by being recognized at the football game,
Greenie Growl, and at the actual dance.
The Senior court members are: Brittany Brinson,
Kayla Fett, Emma Joslyn, Hannah Severson,
Kristin Shotwel, Auriel Williams, Trevor
Kristen Shotwell Baer, Kevin Durante, Victor Lam, Griffin Plattner,
Michael Siegel, and James Whitfield.
Brittany Brinson is one of the varsity volleyball
captains. She has been on the varsity team
for four years, and is currently in the IB program.
Kristin Shotwell is also a volleyball captain.
She, like Brittany, has been on the varsity team
Emma Joslyn for four years. Kristin is in the IB program, and
plans to graduate with an IB diploma.
Kayla Fett is the Senior class secretary. She has
been in SGA throughout her four high school
years. Kayla’s personality shines through with
her sense of humor and unique laugh.
Emma Joslyn, an I.B. student and National
Merit Scholar, is one of the many faces of
WAVE TV. Her Greenie Growl performances
are often remembered, and she is a professional
Auriel Williams
at making others laugh.
Hannah Severson is a varsity cheerleader that
is an anchor on WAVE TV. She is one of the
most spirited students at FMHS and has always
made an effort to be more involved.
Auriel Williams has a bubbly personality and
is an asset to the varsity cheerleading team. Auriel
has been a cheerleader since her freshman
year.
Kevin Durante
Trevor Baer is currently in the IB program, and
plans to graduate with his IB diploma. Trevor is
a varsity soccer star and has played throughout
high school.
Kevin Durante is also in the IB program. He is
on WAVE TV and is the Vice President of SGA.
Kevin plays the piano, and often produces his
own music.
Victor Lam is in the IB program, and is also
Griffen Plattner frequently involved with clubs at the school.
Victor is often seen studying or reading a book.
Griffin Plattner is one of the most involved
students in the school and he is the SGA president.
He is in the IB program and is also in the
band.
James Whitfield is a varsity football
player playing the position of wide
reciever, and he is one of the
Brittany Brinson varsity football captains.
Homecoming 2010; one for the history books!
By Josh Evangelista and Laciey D’Agostino
Greenies celebrated homecoming with an Atlantis-themed
week. This year’s homecoming was especially significant, being
that we are celebrating our 100th anniversary.
On Monday the 11th, the school started off the week with
Pajama Day. There’s no better way to begin homecoming
week than waking up and skipping dreaded morning routines.
Students stepped into school with their fuzzy slippers and
their baggy pajamas, and some even held teddy bears close to them throughout the school day. After
school students gathered to watch the Powderpuff volleyball and football games, where Seniors
proved victorious in both.
Celebrities walked the school halls on Tuesday during Celebrity Look-a-like Day. Michael Jackson,
Steve Urkell, Snooki, Lady Gaga, and many more claimed the school as their own red carpet.
Wednesday, classes showed off their Green Wave spirit on Class Pride Day. Seniors, Juniors,
Sophomores, and even the Freshmen all showed their devotion towards their own class by flaunting
their class T-shirts. They also displayed their pride with their off-the-wall Atlantis-themed hallway
decorations. At night, the student body cheered on each of their own class skits from the bleachers
during Greenie Growl. Endless jeering took place, as well as much laughter shared by everyone.
Greenie Grub Day took place on Thursday, where everyone came dressed in green clothes that they
Homecoming Court continues tradition
Court members share Greenie pride and spirit
October 22, 2010
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Kayla Fett
Hannah Severson
Underclass Homecoming Court.
weren’t afraid to get dirty in. The school day was put on pep-rally
schedule so that the last 45 minutes could be saved for the students
and teachers to have fun in the sun at Taste of the Greenies. There
were many exciting activities such as the rock wall and the dunk
tank, as well as a wide variety of food stands for everyone to indulge
themselves in. Many students in togas filled the stands at the gym
later that night for the White-Out volleyball game against Venice.
To end the school week, the FMHS student body celebrated the
theme with Atlantis day. Students paraded the halls in swimwear
and other crazy underwater outfits, making the hallways seem like
a fusion between a beach shore and a deep sea dive. At night, the
ceremonious walk of the homecoming court took place. Immediately
after this elegant event came the riotous homecoming game. Green
and white faces filled the stands and roars resounded across the field
as the untamed Greenies cheered on our team.
Over the past century, FMHS has had 99 great homecomings. But
our 100th has been momentous, and will be remembered forever.
Mike Siegel, everybody’s friend, is an I.B.
candidate enjoys playing soccer and helps
with SGA.
The Junior Court consists of Morgan Bauman,
Dalvin Battle, Tim Kim, and Courtney
Russo. Jordan Colbert, Teal Corkhill,
TJ Douglas, and Jacob Taminosian make up
the Sophomore Court. Last, but not least,
the freshman court members are Stephanie
Buonocore, Taylor Ennen, Alex Diaz, and
Jonah Owenby.
Friday night at the football game against
Estero, the homecoming court walked across
the field, waiting to see who would win the
crown. Congratulations to James Whitfield
and Kayla Fett, the 2010 homecoming king
and queen!
Victor Lam
Trevor Baer
Michael Siegel James Whitfield
Back Row: Jacob
Taminosian, Tim Kim,
Jordan Colbert, and Alex
Diaz Front Row: Dalvin
Battle, Taylor Ennen,
Teal Corkhill, Stephanie
Buonocore, TJ Douglas,
and Morgan Bauman
Not Pictured: Courtney
Russo, Jonah Owenby
Photos by Mollie Collins

The true cost of beauty
Is it only skin deep, or will the damage last forever?
By Emily Kaske and Drew Seibert
Cost of hair extension: $300. Cost of piercing: $50. New Tattoo:
$100. Did your spray tan turn your skin orange?
What is the real price of beauty? The high cost of fashion
trends is obvious, what you may not realize is the equally high
health costs. How much does it cost to cure an eye infection... from the
bat poop in mascara?
FMHS junior, Josh Evangelista visited the farm where
the dumpings are harvested, he says “It smelled so bad so I
couldn’t stay for fear of hyperventilating.” Murfreesboropost.com
says modern mascaras are made of a lot of different ingredients,
and it is quite possible that bat feces are one of them.
Don’t you love the way high heels elongate your legs?
Do you also love the huge, gross bunions the poor fit causes?
According to hubpages.com, high heels cause bunions which is a
misalignment of the bones in the foot that turns red and swells up,
burns and then can become numb forever. Certain foot types make you
even more prone to growing bunions, and they can destroy your ability
to wear heels for ever.
Even something carefully studied and planned, and consulted on,
like plastic surgery can go terribly wrong in the blink of a bloody
botox-injected eyeball. As far as plastic surgery mishaps go, breast
augmentation takes the cake. So what goes wrong?
As reported by breastimplantinfo.org, a lot can
go wrong including: “Hardening of implants,
leakage of implants, reactions to the medication, movement/
slipping of the implants, drooping or disportionate breasts, massive
scarring and possible mutilation, too much skin taken, fatality, nerve
damage/ tissue/ organ damage.”
As illustrated above, tattoos and piercings also have very potentially
harmful risks such as infection and even cancer. Tattoo removal is a
long, painful experience that costs a lot of money, as well. One session
can cost around two hundred dollars, and you may need up to five sessions.
About.com says options for removing tatoos include lasers, surgery,
or covering it with flesh colored ink, like an overlapping tattoo.
Even hair extensions have their issues. An interview with actress
Jennifer Aniston revealed her problems with extensions. “Nothing
destroys your hair faster than extensions. It’s taken a year and a half to
get my hair grown out.” Specialists agree that hair extensions are the
worst thing you can possibly do for your hair, as reported on dailymail.co.uk.
So there you have it, fellow students of America, the real deal on all
the latest beauty trends.
Make good choices at your own risk...
Drawing by Claudia Zapiec
Learning the traditions of Homecoming
Exchange Student experiences cultural differences
By Nicole Horton and Julia Leal
Sebastian Sandig, our only foreign exchange student in Fort Myers High
School, is so excited to visit America. He is attending school here for one
year then will be returning to his home back in Denmark.
His visit here hasn’t been all fun and games, he is in the process of adjusting
to the cultural differences. One major difference is the educational
system here compared to school there. Here Sebastian is enrolled as a junior,
in Denmark he wouldn’t even be in high school yet. Coming from a school
of 500 students, FMHS struck him as overwhelming with a student body of
1855 students. “We don’t need hall passes, and tardiness is easily excused,”
says Sandig, “American schools are much stricter.”
“We don’t need hall passes, and tardiness
is easily excused,”
In Denmark, Sebastian gets to choose his own school hours and also remains
in the same classroom all day which he considers a better idea than
our four period days. Although the schools may be stricter, Americans are
“much more welcoming and open,” explains Sebastian.
What American students consider the best week of the school year, homecoming
week, doesn’t exist in Denmark. They don’t participate in prom or
homecoming much less dress up days. Sebastian will be attending homecoming
with the children of the family he is staying with. When asked about
Tidal Wave Wonders... Why did you choose this costume for Celebrity Dress Up Day?
By Samantha Huilstrung
Michael Divico, 12,
“Can you find Waldo?”
Kayla Fett, 12, “I think
nerds are so cute, and
they run the class.”
Mrs. Brant, art teacher, Nick
Gubasta, 9, Kelley McCurry,
9, “We keep it classic like
Britney Spears, cool like
Lance Armstrong, and who
doesn’t love Sandra Dee?”
the family he said “ I love them, I consider them family already.”
Overall, his experience so far in the United States is a success.
“America is filled with many opportunities, I am so glad I got to
participate in the foreign exchange program.”
Katie Jones, 11, “Hannah
Montana has the
best of both worlds!”
Big offense... plus big defense, triumphs over Estero 34-27
By Amelia Rosen photo by Amelia Rosen
Fort Myers Green Wave took on the Estero Wildcats for the
2010 FMHS homecoming football game. The first half of the game was
a great offensive success, and, although the playing quality dwindled
slightly during the second half, the Greenwave held off the Wildcats to
pull through with a win of 34-27. In the first 20 minutes of the game,
FMHS soared into the lead with a score of 27-0. Exhilarating plays were
scattered throughout the game, and in the last two minutes of the fourth
quarter, Fort Myers was winning 34-27. With little time remaining, Estero
The long tradition of class competition lives on!
On Wednesday night October 13, the stands were packed for the celebration of yet
another Greenie Growl skit. Dating back to 1948, Greenie Growl is a strong tradition
that is carried out on every Wednesday in the spirit of Homecoming Week.
The lively night began with the Marching Band welcoming the students, parents,
and staff as they found their seats. Following the music, Mr. LaRosa shared a brief
introductory speech on the night’s activities to come later on, as well as an introduction
the legendary host for the night, Mr. Jay Severson. Mr. Severson initiated the
night with a short excerpt pertaining to the six notorious judges: Mrs. Lois Thome
(WINK TV), Mr. Chad Oliver (NBC-2), Mrs. Margaret Sirianni (Beloved Greenie),
Mr. John Roszell (Former Administrator), Mrs. Annette Booker (Former Administrator),
and lastly, Ms. Holly Thompson (Former FSU Track Star).
The first runner-ups were the freshman, with the theme of “Little Freshman
the Musical”. The freshmen seemed to have worked hard on their
Sebastian Sandig
Señora Corbett, Spanish
teacher, “Dora is going to
save the coqui because they
can only survive in Puerto
Rico.”
lined up for an onside kick. The stands were filled with excitement for a
possible homecoming win as well as anxiety for a possible last-minute
loss. Fortunately, Green Wave obtained their well-deserved victory after
a fault with Estero’s onside kick. One of the Wildcat players tapped the
ball forward, causing a penalty to be called against them and Fort Myers
to regain possession. Fort Myers ran out the clock. Greenies roared with
applause, as their football team jogged of the field with a homecoming
victory before the largest crowd of the season estimated at 3000.
Green Wave gets loud for Greenie Growl
By Jessie Singh
Photo by
Michayla Neal
script, but could not catch a break with overpowering sounds of chanting
that were commencing throughout the stands.
Going along with the sophomores’ theme of an “Untold FMHS
Documentary,” should indeed remain untold. Their
script incorporated the Atlantis theme along with a little history
on the great god of the sea, Poseidon, as LaRosa and
the supreme god of the Olympians, Zeus,
as Dr. Browder.
Next in line was the junior class, incorporating a “Castaway” scene.
At this point in time, the stands look like
a sold-out Justin Bieber concert as more
fans joined in on the excitement.
Last, but, certainly not least, were the
senior class with a dominating theme
of “Makin’ Bank.” The senior skit received a
mountain of laughs from the audience with amusing
scenes,such as, LaRosa’s conversation with the new Athletics
Director, Mr. Gadson, and what he could
offer to FMHS, reenactments
of Mrs. Bueno’s lofty record for handing out
detentions, LaRosa’s frequent staff
meetings, and all of the in-betweens.
Congratulations to the senior class! Underclassman: word
of friendly advice, the first few years are always rough.
Marching Band
goes Gaga!
By Liam Corkell
Over 120 members strong, the Green Wave Marching
Band is indisputably one of the most notable
organizations at FMHS. The marching band performs
at pep rallies, varsity football games and marches in
the annual Children’s and Edison Festival of Lights
Parades. In addition, they also host and participate in
the annual assessment for the Florida Bandmasters
Association (FBA) from which they received straight
superiors, the highest possible rating, last year. But
what really makes this group of musicians stand out
from the crowd is their halftime show, which is performed
at every football game and the annual as
sessment held on November 6. Every year is a new surprise for the students, just wondering what they’ll
hear when the marching band takes the field. This year, the marching band’s musical
selection consists of Born to Be Wild, Bad Romance, and Ain’t Nothing Wrong
with That. Junior Alex Jacfield says, “ I love how the band has put together
a Lady Gaga show for halftime. I go to every game and I always look
forward to the band show!” What exactly does the marching band do at
all these games? When they’re not on the field delivering another
phenomenal halftime show, they’re up in the stands providing
background tunes so as to give the thrill of the game that
extra kick. The most notable of these tunes is of
course, the school fight song, which is performed
with every touchdown. Other classic spirit and
theme songs like Rocky Top and Superman are
also performed from the stands. But marching
band isn’t all flashes and sweat music. It requires
a great deal of time and commitment to present
such a spectacular display of music for the whole
community. The marching band practices after school
every Tuesday from 5:00 till 8:00, and every Thursday
from 2:30 till 5:30. Then, every Friday night, they take
to the stadium with overwhelming prowess. Being a
part of this magnificent ensemble is the perfect
opportunity to make new friends if your not familiar
with the school. For those seeking a challenge, the
marching band can help develop work ethics that will
serve any student for the rest of their life. Naturally,
this ensemble doesn’t lay down its music just because
football season ends. The marching band attends multiple events throughout the remainder of the year. It’s
fairly common for class reunions, and small performance gigs to receive a visit from the marching band.
Plus, nothing makes incoming Freshmen more keen to join than a massive ensemble surging through the
auditorium during orientation. But what a marching band is truly perfect for, are the parades. Every year
the Festival of Lights parade welcomes all the marching bands in the Southwest Florida. However, the
loudest cheer of all is saved for when the Green Wave Marching Band comes rolling through. Whether
your a beginner or an expert, any music student looking for the ultimate addition to their high school
experience should consider a year or four as a member of the Green Wave marching band.
Awesome Greenie Granolla Treat: SPECIAL “GREENIE-GOTTA-EAT” RECIPE FEATURE
Green Wave Gourmet “Homecoming Crunch” By Gabi Hersch
Ingredients
-1 cup of Craisins [Cost: (10 oz. bag)
around $3]
-1/4 cup Sunflower kernels- Dry roasted
[Cost: (7.25 oz.) around $4.50]
-1 1/2 cups Kashi Go-Lean Crunch Cereal
[Cost: (one box) $2.50-$4.69]
-Cup/Bowl
-Plastic bag: optional
Directions
1. Pour 1 1/2 cups of Go-Lean Crunch cereal into the cup/bowl
2. Add 1 cups of Craisins
3. Mix around by hand, with a spoon, or just by shaking the bowl/cup
4. Add 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds
5. Mix again if necessary
6. To bring to-go, pour trail mix in a plastic bag 7. Enjoy!
(Serves 1-2 people)