The Hawkeye - Issue II

The HAWKEYE
Dance Team: Crushing Competition
Do tell about
AJ Deutel
Stellar Student:
BP Theatre Company
Hannah Philipps
Sets the Stage for Victory
January 2016
1700 Courthouse Road Stafford, VA 22554
Volume III - Issue II

able of Contents
OpEd: Homework over
breaks?...... 3
Athlete of the moment:
AJ deutel...... 4
Bp’s Academic of the
moment: Hannah
Philipps...... 5
The Insider on
Theatre..... 6
Dance Team...... 7
Summer Bummer...... 8
BE PROUD:
FRESHMEN
Article and Photos by
Mason Russell
It is still a new year and new school for many
of our proud freshmen here at Brooke Point. They
have reached the moment in their lives when they
must start working hard to do the best they can to
reach future career goals. Many current freshmen
at Brooke Point have enjoyed their first semesters
here. Freshman Jordan Pitt said, “I have really
enjoyed my time in high school so far. Meeting
new people and attending new classes has been
an enjoyable experience.” He’s not the only one.
When asked about favorite class, Freshman
Kaylan Aldner said, “NJROTC is one class I enjoy
the most because of how active and patriotic the
class can be.” There are many freshmen here who
are extremely excited for the new classes they’ll be
attending. Not only that, they’re also ecstatic about
sports and extracurricular activities. Freshman
Jake Mendoza, a member of the Brooke Point
football team, said, “If you want something, go for
it. Don’t be afraid to try.” Many freshmen are here
not only to learn, but to find out what their
futures will hold on the long road ahead.
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Snow Storm Survival Guide...... 9
Winter Wipe Out &
Seasonal Slipups...... 10
Holiday Film review...... 11
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Homework
By Nathaniel Bowman and Virginia Lusker
Many of Brooke Point’s students
have given various reports on the
school’s standards for homework
over break. When being asked if
homework over the holiday break was
common, majority of students said
yes; this includes students in AP and
IB courses. It was evident that AP and
IB classes were assigned much more
homework than your average class,
but nonetheless, almost every student
admitted to receiving homework over
the holidays.
We then asked students if they
thought homework over the break
was necessary. When asked, freshman
Gaby Hernandez replied, “Yes, because
we need to remember the information
we’ve learned.” On the other hand,
junior Tiavonte McLaughlin told us,
“No, because break should be a break
from school, and all work should be
left at school.”
To support both sides, as well as
state his own opinion, sophomore Alex
Regan said, “If you’re in an advanced
class then yes, but if not, then no.” After
asking senior Teagan Sullivan, she
agreed with Regan and shared with us,
“I feel that for some classes it is, just so
you don’t forget the material.”
Photo by Nathaniel Bowman
We then decided to ask the same
four students whether or not they’d
assign homework, and why, if they
were teachers themselves. Both
Regan and Sullivan agree that they
wouldn’t for the sole purpose that
they understand how stressing it is,
especially when you would like to
Over
Break!
spend time with family. Hernandez
states, “It depends on how long break
is, just to make sure they wouldn’t
forget what they learned.” McLaughlin
also agrees he’d most likely assign
homework as well, and when asked
why, he admits, “I’d do it just to be
mean.”
It also appeared that teachers had
different opinions on homework
during the holiday. When asked
if assigning homework seemed
necessary for their classes, AP World
History teacher Joseph Bailey told
the Hawkeye, “Yes, because there’s so
much information and we can’t take
Photo by Virginia Lusker
any time off before the big test.”
On the other hand, Earth Science
teacher Ginger Beach stated, “No, I do
not [give homework] because I need
a break, and they [the students] need
a break as well. I can’t speak for other
teachers, but for me, no.”
To switch roles once more, we asked
both teachers how they felt every time
they received homework over their
holidays. Beach automatically tells us,
“I hated it!” As for Bailey, he explains,
“With regular classes- no, but with my
AP classes, it gave me more time to
catch up.”
With what
you know now, do you
still feel homework over break is
all that unnecessary?
Tell us via social media!
QOTM
Question of the Moment
What did you do
over winter break?
Sophomore
Jacinta Sanchez:
“Every year I go
to Connecticut
to visit my
family.”
Senior Alicia
Rios:
“I went to the
Bahamas where
my stepdad was
born.”
Freshman
Grace Nelson:
“Recovered
from school.”
Junior Tim
Leece:
“I went to Busch
Gardens.”
Teacher Mrs.
Hunter:
“I visited my
family, and
did not do any
school work!”
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B L A C K H A W K
BASKETBALL
By Faith Jasso, Gwen Keller, & Cody Ferdinand
Photos By Faith Jasso
LAST SEASON- overall record 9-15.
All-Conference Honors: Reggie Collins (Honorable
Mention), Kobe Butler (2nd Team), Marquis Wooten (2nd
team).
NAIL BITING 2015 HOMEOPENER- On Friday, December
4th, the Brooke Point Varsity Basketball team hosted the
Garfield Indians. The game was close, but Brooke Point
came up with a win. The final score of the matchup was 52-
48 after Senior Marquis Wooten had the go-ahead bucket.
While the offense was productive, so was the defense.
Senior Kalyn Bentley had 6 of 17 steals for BP.
WHAT’S TO COME- “As a returning Blackhawk, we have
to win this year,” said Senior Kobe Butler. Butler knows
that Brooke Point did not have the winning season
they wanted last season, but he understands that a
new season comes with new breakthroughs. Butler
said, “The key to team bonding is winning, and when
we start winning, basketball becomes more fun.”
Joe Kania, who has been coaching the blackhawks
since 1993, was a coach at West Virginia University
Institute of Technology for 12 years before Brooke
Point. While Kania was a new addition to the team
22 years ago, Sophomore Zavien Pressley is a new
addition this season. Pressley, who is the youngest
person on the team, said, “I’m looking forward to playing
in front of everyone. It feels good to play a varsity sport
for our school.”
Do Tell About: AJ Deutel
By Faith Jasso, Gwen Keller, & Cody
Ferdinand
Photos By Faith Jasso
Although knee problems have
been an issue for freshman AJ Deutel,
his teammates and
coach have high
expectations for
him this wrestling
season. “I expect
him to be one of the
best,” Sophomore
pushes everyone in the room,” Johnson
said.
While Deutel performs well as
a motivating teammate, his skills as a
wrestler are without
a doubt amazing. “He
has great athletic
abilities, pretty much
the same as upper
classmen,” Pierce,
who also wrestled
varsity as freshman,
his meniscus a bit, and he’s working
extremely hard to get back,” Kaiser
said. “I do expect him to be one of the
best as well because though there are
challenges, he has had that experience
in the past and that will definitely help
during his high school career.”
Despite his past experience,
Deutel himself doesn’t think he’s hit the
peak of his career quite yet. He shares,
“I’m only a freshman, and my goal
for the future is to be a multiple time
Paul Pierce said,
said. Because Pierce state champion and maybe to wrestle
“He’s had a lot
“Work hard and be
in college.” Deutel
of wrestling
knows
also admits that his
experience.”
how
motivation comes
dedicated to what
Deutel, who is a seven time it feels to wrestle as a
from the people
state champion for elementary and freshman, he knows
around him, including
middle school, is highly praised by
you set your mind
AJ will face challenges
his brother, Cody, his
fellow teammates and his coach. “AJ along the way. “He’ll be
coaches, partners and
impresses me on and off the mat. He’s facing older and more
to.”
his parents. Deutel
a great student and athlete,” Coach
Jake Johnson said who is impressed by
Deutel’s capability to perform at a high
level. “There’s never a moment that I’m
not proud of him, seeing him involved
as an athlete and as a person. His work
ethic makes him a great teammate. He
developed people than
him which most of the time is hard,”
Pierce said.
Fellow freshman Jason Kaiser
also understands the challenges Deutel
will face in his first high school season.
“His knee will be a challenge. He tore
explains, “My advice
to anyone wanting to be a wrestler is to
listen to those coaches and teammates
around you. Most importantly, work
hard and be dedicated to what you set
your mind to.”
STELLAR STUDENT
Hannah Phillips
By Regan Flieg
Photo by Julie Gazzoli
Academic achievement is a
major value at Brooke Point
High School. BP is the home of
many outstanding scholars, and
one of these stellar students is
junior Hannah Phillips, a full IB
student.
At only 16-years-old, Phillips
already has an impressive
résumé. With a GPA of 4.486,
she is ranked 2nd in her class.
“Right now, I’m in all IB
classes except Physics. In the
past, I’ve taken AP and honors,”
Phillips said.
Additionally, she is an active
participant in extracurriculars.
She is a member of the National
Honor Society, FBLA, and the
Academic Team. Phillips is also
president of the Key Club and
Junior Concul of the Latin Club.
She then finds time to play
varsity lacrosse and golf.
According to Phillips, “honors
classes…are pretty easy, but
IB is very extraneous.” She
says that the IB program
provides “a different
approach to learning.”
This approach better
prepares students
for college by exposing
to them to the style and
structure of college courses.
However, the IB program is
a lot of work. Phillips says she
definitely spends a few hours
on homework daily. Despite the
amount of work she has to do,
Phillips is “glad to be IB.”
Addressing her fellow
students that aspire to achieve
academic success, Phillips
says, “Time management is
very important… If you’re an
underclassman, really focus
on your grades… It only gets
harder.”
Academic success is no
easy feat, but, as Phillips has
demonstrated, it is attainable.
How to ace your
AP exams:
AP
plying
yourself
TIPS:
1. Eat a nutritious meal
2. Get a good nights sleep
the night before
3. wear comfortable clothes
4. Don’t cram the night
before
5. DON’T STRESS!!
WHAT TO BRING:
1.Several sharpened pencils
and a good eraser
2. A black or blue pen
3. A clear water bottle (no
labels)
4. A jacket
5. A positive attitude!
What BP Black-Hawks
suggest for AP success:
. . .
. .
Quick Review
Practice
Rest Exams
Good
Breakfast
Congratulations
Extensive
Studying
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As the season for winter activities
continues, basketball is not the
only activity preparing for a VHSL
competition. The Brooke Point Theatre
Company, under the guidance of
Directors Lisa Cover-Tucci and Mary
Southall, is rehearsing a one-act play
to perform in hopes of bringing a new
award back to the Hawks’ Nest.
Although this competition is one of
the most rigorous ordeals the theatre
company will face, many students are
unaware of the impact that the theatre
company itself can have on the school.
Sophomore Keegan Pursley, who
recently moved to the area, says that
the club was intrumental in helping
him find new friends. Southall agrees
that the theatre company is one of the
most welcoming and diverse clubs in
the school. She says, “Everyone just
comes in and is welcomed. It’s nice
because people you’d never expect to
see working together are doing just
that.”
However the welcoming atmosphere
is not the only attraction for the theatre
company. Assistant Principal Laura
Sullivan says, “The theatre company is
a huge part of our community outreach
as far as their perceptions of who we
are. They can see that we’re proud of
who we are.”
Photo by Michele Jahimczuk
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Setting the Stage
For Victory:
BPTC
prepares for
competition
By Grace Rolle
Anyone following the productions
closely this year might recognize
that the theme “Be Proud” is highly
prevalent throughout the plays that
have been chosen. Pursley agreed
that “The Adding Machine,” this year’s
competition piece, also aligned with
that theme. He added, “I think [it] helps
people learn to look past differences
and accept others for who they are.”
Sullivan remarked on the school’s
theme when she said, “The best way for
it to become a way of life is to integrate
it into every part of the building we
can.” She adds, “It’s inspiring to see
how all the talent in the building shines
through.”.... “It’s great to see students
doing something they feel successful
in.”
Each of the actors expresses
personal pride being associated with
the theatre company and seem excited
about its future. After the competition,
which will hopefully result in
the theatre company gaining the
recognition they’ve worked hard for
and deserve, the directors, actors and
crews will turn their attention toward
the spring play, where they hope to
express their pride in the earth through
innovative means. Interested? You’ll
just have to go see for yourself.
Actor
&
Actress
of the Moment
By Jasmine Sutton-Banks
How do you prepare for
your auditions?
Senior Travis Morgan: “I
print out my monologue and
I highlight and underline
the words that I want to
emphasize. Then I tape
my monologue to the wall,
stand back, and practice my
script because it helps me
memorize my lines.”
When did you decide you wanted to act? How
did you get into it?
Junior Calie Bain: “I think I was watching the
Oscars in middle school and I decided that I
wanted to be up on that stage. So, my freshman
year, I auditioned for my first play and I’ve been
a part of every play
since.”
How many plays
have you been in?
Travis: “I have been
in ten plays. The
crane wife where I
played the neighbor,
In the play 1984,
I played O’Brien
who is tough and
aggressive, and in
Canterbury Tales, I
played the Reeve.”
How do you get
over stage fright?
Calie: “I take some
deep breaths. When Travis
I’m not in character
I’m nervous, but Morgan
when I start performing, the scary feeling goes
away after a while.”
What do you do to prepare before you go on
stage? Rituals? If
so, what do you
do?
Travis: “Usually I
do a prayer group
with the other
cast members
and I do a shake
down to calm the
nerves. I also do a
prayer to myself.
I pray instantly
before I go on
stage.”
Burning Up the Dance Floor
By Kiara Neely
Photos by Giselle Namata
The Brooke Point Dance Team has made
its mark throughout the years and once more
they plan on making our school proud. The
school dance team is best known for its fun
and energetic dances. From hip hop to jazz,
the dance team makes the crowd get involved
in Brooke Point spirit. This year the dancers
are mostly looking foward to Nationals.
Senior Riley Ritchie said, “Well we start our
competition season this weekend and I’m really
excited to compete because we have a really
strong team this year.”
Through dance, the team has grown
closer as a family. Many girls on the team are
returning members who enjoy encouragement
from their fellow dancers. Some girls have been
dancing since they were younger, which is one
of the reasons they joined the team.
Every team has its struggles and the
dance team is no different. Sophomore Itzabella
Santana said, “The practices are kind of
hard, but it’s worth it in the end. Like during
Nationals, it shows how hard we work.” To
other dancers, the trouble is time management
between school and home.
A closer look at BP Dance
Through the long practices and the tough
dances, the dance team still remains one big
family. Coach Amanda Baker-Foley said, “These
girls are like kids to me. I love them, I see them
all the time. They drive me crazy, but we work
together and accomplish things.”
Junior Cassie Nector explains, “The dance
team has taught me perseverance definitely
because I know that sometimes during practice
I feel like leaving but you can’t do that. You have
to keep going.”
The dance team learns more than just
dancing. Some dancers take life lessons, from
their years of dancing with the team. Junior
Ahne Folwaczny said, “[Dance has] taught me
leadership, patience, and just overall how to
work with other people.” while Senior Natalie
Malstrom said she learned “how to work in
teams, handling pressure.” In a sport known for
individuals, dance has brought a group of girls,
who are very different dancers, together. In the
end, Brooke Point is proud of our dance team
and the hard work they do to entertain our
school. Brooke Point wishes our dance team
good luck at Nationals this year!
Calie
Bain
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Summer bummer
By Shelby Baird and Colleen Parker
Think about it: are you happier in summer
or winter?! Why is this? Lack of school? Warmer
weather? The Hawkeye Staff asked people around
school what seasons they fancy. Of course, most
people love the warmer weather. You’re out of
school, pools are open, and the possibilities of
summer are endless. Winter is pretty dreary
compared to the summer’s heat and awesome
waves. But its
important to
remember that
winter has its
perks, such
as snow days,
hot chocolate
and building
snowmen.
See what BP
students have
to say about
which they
prefer.
Would you want a luau in December? Would it
go along with the
it seem even
snowy weather or make
colder? We asked,
Senior Austin Miller
seems to think it
would not be so
great. He explains ,“You
do not wear many clothes during
Luaus, I don’t think you would be ready
for winter if you had one.” Miller may be correct
in saying this. However, Sophomore Shane Butler
disagrees, “I think wearing a coconut bra and grass
skirt would be fun in winter.” Megan Kleinshans
exclaims, “Sure why not? It might be fun.” Perhaps
BP should have a winter luau next year!
What would you bring from summer to winter?
Kleinshnas responded, “I would bring the summer
flowers.” Butler enthused, “I wish that the pools
would stay open because that would be really cool,
you could slide down the slides, and it would be
great!” It would be pretty amazing to slip down
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It’s no
slides in the snow ,
although you might
fun
get frostbite! Miller
said, “The heat and the
freedom you
without
get during the
summer are
some things
I would
the sun
definitely
bring
to the
winter.” People do have more freedom in summer to go
to pools and summer barbeques. Winter you can keep
you stuck inside with a
sudden blizzard giving
you time for a nice
movie and hot chocolate.
Summer’s heat is like
no other here in
Virginia, winter can
be very chilly! It
makes people miss
the summer’s rays and
beautiful rivers and
streams. Kleinshnas
stated, “I miss summer
during winter because
I miss all of the beautiful colors. In the winter the colors
are dull.” Butler said, “You have more free time during
summer than winter.” With school, after school activities,
and family during winter, it does
seem that you have more time in summer to do whatever it
is you really want to do.
Miller stated, “I was originally raised in Texas, so the
winter here makes me miss the winter I used to have over
there in Texas.”
Whether you revel in the heat or cringe in the snow,
extreme weather tends to displease most.
With winter still in full swing,
the BP community
is dying for a little
bit of sunshine in the
cold corner of Stafford,
Virginia.
Photos from mr-miller.com and cliparts.co
BP’s Declassified
Winter Survival Guide
By Grace Duckworth, Kayla Hilado, and Jane Pierce
Winter is coming.
Which means snow, cold,
and snow days. Even
though this happens
every year, it still comes
as a shock. So, how
can you survive when
winter comes and
smacks you in the
face? Relax; we
have your
back.
Just like Adele’s
newest album, the
temperature is dropping,
so it’s
Sophomore Brook
Atteberry’s
winter essentials
“My Scooby Doo
blanket, hot chocolate,
and my TV…but it has
to be a Charlie Brown
Christmas”
important to
keep warm.
“I have
to have
sweatshirts
and warm clothes,”
explained junior Brenna
Rodgers. Wearing layers
and scarves is an easy
way to staying stylish
and cozy. Though they
may not be fashionable,
fuzzy socks and slippers
are a must have for cold
feet.
With the cold,
comes dry air, which
sucks all the moisture
out of you. Keeping your
skin hydrated is really
important to staying
comfortable and
looking good. “I use
chapstick and lotion,”
freshman Tori Del
Toro commented
when asked how
she combats winter
air. Not only does
lotion work as
a moisturizer, it
also doubles as a static
neutralizer for hair.
Then come snow
days, a gift from the gods.
They are a surprising
break from school when
you get to relax, but what
is there to do besides
just sitting around? You
could make the best of
your time and catch
up on homework or
sleep. Many students
including Del Toro,
Rodgers, and Brook
Atteberry mentioned
that they like to
watch movies or play
videogames on their
days off. It might also
be fun to put down the
screens and just
head outside and
enjoy the snow. Try to
get outside and enjoy
the snow, maybe have a
snowball fight with some
friends.
One of Virginia’s
biggest snowstorm
was the knickerbocker
storm on January 27
and 28 in 1922. It
snowed as much as
90cm!
Surviving
winter is a struggle.
Luckily for you, you have
these tips that ensure
that you will make it
through!
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DIY Gift Ideas
By Emma McElwain
and Cassidy Hoff
Cocoa in a jar
1. Gather a jar
or container of
choice
2. Fill bottom with
hot cocoa mix
3. Top with
marshmallows,
candy canes, or
topping of choice
4. Add gift tag and
Picture Puzzle
1. Print a picture
you would like to
be on your puzzle
2. Glue it to
a piece of
cardboard and let
dry
3. Using an exacto
knife, cut into
Sharpie Mug
1. Get a plain
white mug
2. Using Sharpies,
draw what you
want on your mug
(initials, lyrics, etc.)
3. Bake in the oven
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Winter Wipeouts
Everyone has a little slip-up every once in a while. Some are
embarrassing and some are just plain hilarious. The Hawkeye collected
the good, bad, and the ugly stories from fellow Black-Hawks. Have a funny
story from this holiday season? Share it with the Hawkeye via social media!
Junior
Blake Brandes’
story ends in a mess. He explains,
“I was seven years old on a December
night, and I saw Santa Clause in my house, but I
knew it wasn’t really Santa Clause it was my dad.
Santa Clause, aka my dad, had also put my dog in a
stocking? I didn’t like the fact that he was dressed up
as Santa Clause, so I threw up on him!”
By De’Jah Saunders & Isabel Cox
Photos by De’Jah Saunders & Isabel Cox
History teacher
Carly Hegna’s story went
downhill. She shares, “Last winter, I went
sledding with my mother and daughter. The hill in my
backyard was pretty okay, but we wanted to try out
another hill. So my mother and I went to a longer hill. My
mom went sledding once down the hill to test it out and all you
could hear was our neighbor’s dog barking. Then we saw her
come down her driveway to yell at us and say ‘Did I just see
you go sledding down my yard?’ I just wanted my
daughter to have a good first sledding experience.
If I had the chance to change anything, I
would’ve still gone sledding down the
hill, because she had already yelled
at us.”
Freshman
Raegan Flanagan’s
story took a split! She explains,
“When I was eleven years old my family
and I went bowling four days after Christmas.
It was just a normal day, until my mom went up
to bowl. My mom was walking up to take her
bowl. Then it happened. My mom bent
down to bowl and her pants
split!”
Photo from clker.com
mrwallpaper.com
Holiday Film Reviews
By Isabella Taffera, Sarah Moncure, Kassidy McCall
Krampus (2015) is a mix of a horror, comedy,
and fantasy. This is definitely a new take on a
traditional holiday film. A little boy named Max and
his family are having a lot of their wacky relatives
over for Christmas and nothing seems to go as
planned. Max feels like Christmas is not like it used
to be and he gets very upset. A massive blizzard
triggers many strange events to occur. People go
missing, strange snowmen are randomly appearing,
and many creepy creatures cause many problems
for the family. An evil creature named Krampus has
come for them.
Love the Coopers came out this past November
13. It is a comedy movie about Christmas starring
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Diane Keaton, John Goodman, Amanda Seyfried, and Olivia Wilde.
The Cooper family and all their relatives get together for Christmas. This
family experiences many wild adventures and unexpected turns of events.
According to IMDB, “Love the Coopers” has a 5.7 rating out of 10.
The Night Before (November 13,2015) is a new Christmas comedy film,
perfect to see with a group of friends this holiday
season. Directed by Jonathan Levine, “The Night
Before” stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen,
and Anthony Mackie. These three men are the best
of friends. They decide to go on a mission to find
the best Christmas parties in New York City. This
hilarious movie was given a 67 percent by Rotten
Tomatoes.
Arthur Christmas (2011) is a more recent
addition to your holiday film collection. This
adorable film is an animated comedy and
adventure movie. James McAvoy voices Santa’s
clumsy son Arthur. This film is about a little girl’s
her before she wakes
up. Join Arthur on his
journey to save a little girl’s Christmas.
Prep and Landing (2009) is a movie about
Christmas spirit and friendship. When an elf loses
the spirt of Christmas, he messes up his mission
and gets his picture taken by a human. Now all
the elves must do everything they can to erase the
photo and stay hidden. The elves must remind
him the importance of being a part of Santa’s team.
According to IMDB, “Prep and Landing” is rated a
7.8 out of 10.
blogs.indiewire.com
gift that gets misplaced and Arthur must get it to
arthurchristmas.com
Pictures from wikipedia.org, loftcinema.com, rottentomatoes.com
Seasonal
Classics
A Christmas Story
Classic Comedy
Rated PG|1983|1Hr43Min
Home Alone
Classic Adventure
Rated PG|1990|1HR43Min
Its A Wonderful Life
Classic Drama
Rated PG|1947|2HR10Min
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Running in a Winter
Junior Merritt Peterson has
been running track at Brooke
Point for three years. She
usually runs only distance
events, including the mile
or the 1,000. According to
Peterson, winter and spring
track are pretty similar.
Winter track runs from mid-
November until February
and meets are held inside.
Peterson explains, “The
season goes much faster than
you’d think.” She is looking
forward to the spring season.
She says, “Everyone has been
working and training hard.”
Peterson stays in shape during
the winter months by using a
tredmill and doing a lot of leg
and ab workouts. She claims
to like the spring season more
because more people come
out to their events. This three
year runner says “there’s
alot of talent on our team
and we have great coaches!”
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Wonderland
By Cassidy Hoff and Emma McElwain
Upcoming
Winter Track
Events
Tuesday January 12th: 3:30 Boys
and girls indoor meet at NSHS
Friday January 15th: Boys and
Girls varsity invitational at St.
Christophers
Saturday January 16th: Boys and
Girls varsity invitational
Friday January 29th: Boys and
Girls varsity meet
Friday February 6th: Boys and
Girls varsity meet
Monday February 8th: Boys
and Girls Varsity Conference
tournament. BPHS
Wednesday February 17th:
Boys and Girls Varsity Reigon
Tournament. Prince George
Complex
Friday February 26th: Boys and
Girls States. Boo Williams Center
Saturday February 27th: Boys and
Girls States. Boo Williams Center
While runners are practicing
inside, Addison Phillips is
practicing shotput in the cold.
He explains that he prefers
spring track because it is much
harder to throw in the winter.
He says, “It’s more difficult to
be fluid with your movements
and you can’t throw as far.”
Phillips expects to qualify for
conference later on this year.
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The History of Valentine’s Day
By Regan Flieg
You know that Valentine’s Day is the
designated holiday for expressing love,
but do you know where it comes from?
According to History.com, Valentine’s
Day’s origins stretch back to the Ancient
Roman feast of Luperci, the festival of
fertility. As a part of this celebration,
Roman priests sacrificed dogs and goats.
They proceeded to dip strips of goat hide
into blood and slap fields and women
with them. This was gratefully recieved
as it was believed that this action would
increase fertility. To end the festival of
Luperci, bachelors drew the names of
single women out of an urn and were
randomly paired with them for the year.
In an attempt to override Luperci,
the Catholic Church placed the feast of
Saint Valentine on Feb. 14, one day before
Luperci.
According to Catholic Online, not
much is known about Saint Valentine, but
one of the stories depicts the saint as a
priest administering Catholic weddings
to couples despite this action being
illegal. He was put to death for his crime,
and he is believed to have sent a letter
to the daughter of his jailor signed “Your
Valentine” before he died.
According to History.com, the
holiday of Valentine’s Day didn’t take
a definite turn toward romance
until the Middle Ages when it
was believed that February
marked the beginning of mating
season for birds. Charles,
Duke of Orleans, was the writer of the
oldest Valentine still in existence. It is
a poem written to his wife during his
imprisonment in 1415.
The mass-production of Valentine’s
Day cards began in the 1840s when Ester
A. Howland began selling her creations.
With approximately 1 billion Valentine’s
Day cards sent a year, it is the second
most popular holiday for card sending,
ranked only below Christmas.
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Is BP feeling the love?
Brooke Point students and staff express their love for Valentine’s Day
How do you feel about Valentine’s Day?
We asked the BP students and staff if they loved,
loathed, or lacked an opinion about Valentine’s
Day. Despite the wide variety of views and
opinions, the majority of the questioned people
are in favor of Valentine’s Day and love it!
How do you feel about PDA?
An overwhelming number of people are
okay with or do not mind seeing Public
Displays of Affection around the school.
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By Faith Jasso, Gwen Keller, and Cody Ferdinand
Chocolate or flowers?
To all the boys who are still wondering
what to get their significant other,
chocolate has shown to be the sweetest
gift you can get!
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Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is coming soon, those who need last minute date and gift
ideas, here’s the place to be! Here are some of our BP Blackhawks’ opinions
on their ideal Valentine’s Day dates, share yours with The Hawkeye on social
media. Freshman Raechel McDonald says “going out for a nice lunch followed
by going to the beach and watching the sunset.” Freshman Tiana Hall says
“cuddling and watching movies.” Freshman Taylor Hamilton says “dinner and
watching movies.”
Stafford:
-A night out at Government Island,
with cupcakes from The Icing
Baking Co. and hot chocolate
-Take a walk through history at The Marine Corps
Museum
-Go roller skating at the Cavalier Family Skating
-Dinner date ideas: Bella’s Café, Outback Steakhouse,
Chili’s, Applebee’s
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Woodbridge:
- Grab a pair of skates and go ice skating at the
Prince William Ice Center
- Strikeout a date at the AMF Dale City Lane
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Date Night
Fredericksburg:
virginia.org
- Dinner and bowling at Splitsville
- A walk down memory lane in Old
town Fredericksburg and enjoy donuts from
Paul’s Bakery
-Dinner date at Olive Garden
Stay at home:
By Isabel Cox and
De’Jah Saunders
-Watch a movie with popcorn and snuggling
-Make a dinner for you and bae
tinaskating.com
D.I.Y.
Gifts
You Float My Boat:
Grab some vanilla ice
cream, straws, root
beer and put in a
basket. Don’t forget to
personalize it with a
cute note!
52 Reasons Why...
Take an old deck of
cards and a sharpie,
then write down a
reason on each card.
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Last Minute Gifts:
Go to any store of your
choice, set a price limit,
give each other a time
limit, and meet back up
to exchange gifts.
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#WCW
Sophomore Timothy Daley:
“Lauren London because
shawty bad.”
Who is your
Celebrity
Crush?
Sophomore MJ Maire:
“Alex Morgan because she
is extremely attractive
and athletic which makes
her even more attractive.”
By Kiara Neely and Jasmine
Sutton-Banks
Sophomore Karah Andrews:
“Bryson Tiller because his
voice is sexy.”
#MCM
Junior Kelsey Harris:
“Micheal B. Jordan
because he’s attractive.”
Crushin’ on You
I must have sneezed
because God has blessed
me with you
- Chelsea Littles (10th)
Catch the eye of the
one you admire with a
witty line!
Are you from Tennessee
because you’re the only
10 I see?
- Chris Gervacio (12th)
If you were a fry
you’d be a hot fry
- Kimmie Hilliary
(10th)
Junior Christian Smith:
“Megan Fox because
her smile and she has a
spontaneous look to her.”
Junior David Tignor:
“Scarlet Johansson because
she is really attractive, she is
a good actress, and she’s in
shape- body goals!”
Junior Amber Kohl:
“Shawn Mendes
because he’s a great
singer and attractive.”
Sophomore Katie Harris:
“Justin Bieber because
he’s beautiful and can
sing to me.”
Are you a
campfire?
Because you’re
hot and I want
s’more
- Cora Haney
(11th)
By Julie Gazzoli
Are you my appendix cause the
way you make me feel makes
me want to take you out
- Bailey Birks (10th)
I’ve lost my
phone number
can I have
yours
- Lorelei
Griffis
(9th)
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Are you lacking in
a relationchip this
Valentine’s Day? All
the single ladies (and
gentlemen) here is how
to be the best single
pringle you can be in the
season of love.
1) Identify yourself
as a single pringle. The
first step to being happy
as a single person is
acknowledging the fact
that you are single. Most
people are ashamed or
embarrassed to admit
that they’re alone.
The Best Way to be a Single Pringle
For when you’re not in a Relationchip
By Grace Duckworth, Kayla Hilado, and Jane Pierce
Even people like senior
Reuben Levin and
sophomore Alex Regan
are hesitant to embrace
the title. It will be better
in the long run to accept
your relationship status
and learn to love your
single lifestyle.
2) Find other single
people in your area.
It’s easier for single
people to be date-less
when they have another
like-minded person to
relate to. Levin says
that on Valentine’s Day
he reaches out to other
friends that aren’t in
relationships and hang
out. Keep in mind that
this step isn’t about
seeking a relationship,
but a friendship. You
don’t need a significant
other to be happy.
3) Take up ‘single’
hobbies. A great way
for someone to get
passed the negatives
of being single is to
distract yourself.
“I like to watch
movies and cry, and
cry, and cry,” junior
Elisa Valesquez says
jokingly. It’s also
great to learn to like
being independent, don’t
be ashamed to be alone.
Try knitting, watching
Friends reruns, and
taking in multiple cats.
Whatever you do, make
Teachers’ love advice
sure it’s enjoyable for
you.
4) Accept and
love the single life. A
romantic relationship
isn’t always the best for
everyone. Sometimes
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you just need to
recognize that your value
and personal worth isn’t
dependent on whether
or not you’re dating
someone. Eventually.
Paws-itively in (Puppy) Love
By Colleen Parker and Shelby Baird
Dear Most Beloved Pet,
You’re the greatest companion that anyone could hope to have. You’re loving and
fun and oh so comforting in my time of need - all the things I wish were in
my past relationships. Pet, I truly believe you’re my one true soul mate. Stay with
me forever, so we can watch Netflix.
Love,
Your Sappy Human Friend
Gabe Rouse (10) and his dog, Kai, like
to go on long walks at Government
Island and ocassionally share a
peanut butter. From the same spoon.
George Yuschak (9) is shown
here with his cat. Yuschak and his
feline friend, Tealva, like to share
intimate kisses on their couch.
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Will Macecevic
“Don’t let drama consume your
relationship. If there’s a lot of
drama in your relationship
then it’s probably not a good
relationship to be in.”
“I started dating my husband in
high school, so I think I would
know about love. Love is about
the way that you treat people, not
about the things you say or buy
for them. It’s about respecting
them and enjoying being with
them. It’s not about needing them
but wanting to be with them.”
Jason Liebel
“Don’t take it all so seriously.
There’s a lot of life to live. Just
go out and live it.”
“DON’T! DO NOT! Buddha,
in essence said, there is nothing
good in women. Ladies,
gentlemen will break your
heart. Gentlemen, ladies will
break your heart. And this
is coming from a man that’s
been married twice, but I love
my wife. My current wife.”
photos taken by Grace Duckworth
Drake Kennedy (10), and his
cats Hagus, and Noah. “They do
whatever they want, wheather
you wan’t them to or not.”
Amara Bottlesom (11) loves her cat,
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Laurie Cooke
Montez
Akula. Akula loves to sit on Bottlesom’s
lap, preventing her from doing homework
or from completing her artwork.
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Semester in review
By Isabella Taffera, Kassidy McCall, Sarah Moncure
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The first semester of the 2015-2016 school year, for many, will be
memorable. For the first time, freshmen were tossed into the lion’s den
some may call high school, while the rest of us reveled in the joy of being
an upperclassman. Not only did we welcome freshman to high school life,
but we also got to experience countless fun school activities including
homecoming and its spirit week, exciting football games, and the infamous
Student Expression Night.
The few days leading up to homecoming night were filled with eccentric
outfits and plenty of spirited students. The electrifying days we all know as
Spirit Week, will be remembered for the exciting, pulsing energy throughout
the school. The highly anticipated homecoming night was cleverly themed:
“Under the Big Top.” For many, the fun-filled evening was filled with dancing,
playing games, and hanging out with friends.
Along with homecoming, Friday night football games were a highlight for
many BP students this fall. Head Varsity coach, Tommy Buzzo, was admirably
awarded “Coach of the Year” by The Freelance-Star. He felt honored and appreciated receiving it.
Adding to the many 2015 Brooke Point accomplishments, the drama department opened the year with their
commendable performance of “The Laramie Project”. Freshman Katie Monaghan, said, “It was powerful and inspiring.”
The student body basked in Brooke Point’s newly remodeled library at the start of the 2015-2016 school year. In the
cherished moments before the start of school, students utilize the highly equipped facility to its maximum. On the exterior
walls of the library, students and staff can walk by and be reminded of our shining new school motto: “Be Proud”.
Despite the many exciting events of 2015, Brooke Point was sad to see Cathy Van Valzah, a social studies teacher whose
career started at the opening of this school, retire from her impactful position as a member of the staff. Scott McClellan said,
“She brings a lot of experience, a lot of wisdom that we’re gonna miss.”
Homecoming
Spirit Week
Photos by Jasmine
Sutton-Banks
Pep rally
Homecoming
Dance
Football
Games
Coach of the Year:
Coach Buzzo
Laramie
& More!!
Project
Upcoming in 2016
By Nathaniel Bowman and Virginia Lusker
Are you looking forward to 2016? You should
be, because we’re giving you a road map to a
successful and entertaining new year. Ending the
month of January, we have exams! We know it
can be difficult to find excitement in those, but
remember, it means you’ve made it halfway down
the road. Right after exams, we jump right into
February with many basketball games and track
events. Kicking off March, we have our Dare
Basketball Game right here at Brooke Point on
Friday, March 4. Five days later on March 9, we
also have another Student Expression Night! For
those of you who did not go to the first one, The
Hawkeye strongly suggests you attend it. As for
the following weekend, March Twelve and
Thirteen, the Fine Arts Festival will be taking
place also here at Brooke Point. And let’s not
forget that we will be ending the wonderful
month of March with spring break starting
on the twenty-eighth. That’s the start to your
successful and exciting new year.
Weekdays to Look Forward to
• January 27-29: EXAMS-Early Release
• February 1: No School
New Movies in 2016
• Deadpool
• Kung Fu 3
• Sherlock
• The Divergent Series:
Allegiant
• Batman v Superman:
Dawn of Justice
New Music in 2016
•Ariana Grande: Moonlight
•Drake: Views from the 6
•Iggy Azalea: Digital Distortion
• February 15: Presidents’ Day-No School
• March 25: 2 Hour Early Release
• March 28-April 1: Spring Break!
•Kanye West: SWISH
•Rihanna: Anti
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Temperamental
Temperatures
By Mason Russell
What an odd winter this has been. The weather
couldn’t have been more random during the month
of December. According to federal weather officials,
“December’s wild El Nino pushed 2015 in the United
States to near-record levels for heat, moisture and
downright extreme conditions.” December 2015
was on record for the being the second warmest
and even the third wettest in 121 years of record
keeping. We’ve even experienced some of that
warmth here in Stafford. With Christmas Day
meeting a high of 75 degrees, and here we are
expecting snow to come. From what it looks like, not
until the end of January.
Image by Rick McKee
Image By Brian Brettschneider
Hawkeye’s Holiday Playlist
1.All I want for Christmas is you Mariah Carey
2.White Christmas Bing Crosby
3.Last Christmas wham!
4.Mary, did you know Pentatonix
5.Here comes Santa Claus Elvis Presley
6.Mistletoe Justin Bieber
7.Baby its Cold Outside India Menzel and Michael Bublé
8.Santa Tell Me Ariana Grande
9.Little Drummer Boy Pentatonix
10.Jingle Bell Rock Bobby Helms
11.Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Pentatonix
12.The Dreidal Song Julie Silver
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Image By David McCue
The warm weather in December definitely weirded out
many people last year. Senior Nolan Roberts says, “He’s
bummed out to know he could out into the Christmas
weather in his t-shirt and shorts.” He says, “I’m glad it’s
finally getting cold again, even though it should’ve been
here sooner. Not looking forward to snow as much as
most people though, I just want the nice chilly weather.”
Other students have also told me they’re wishing for
snow to fall or for the cold weather to come back.
From what we’ve all been hearing in the news and on
the weather channel, the snow is here and coming soon.
For the east coast, it seems to just be a waiting game for
now. Just a week ago, we had ourselves a short wave of
flurries. All we can do now is hope.
Staff
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Hawkeye’s Songs for the heart
1. “Perfect”- One Direction
2. “Words”- Jacob Whitesides
3. “Thinking Out Loud”- Ed Sheeran
4. “She Keeps Me Warm”- Mary Lambert
5. “Boom Clap”- Charli XCX
6. “Never Gonna Give You Up”- Rick Astley
7. “Clarity”- Zedd
8. “Like I’m Gonna Lose You”- Meghan Trainor
9. “Pretty Brown Eyes”- Cody Simpson
10. “If I Ain’t Got You”- Alicia Keys
11. “Locked Away”- Maroon 5
12. “Falling in Love With You”- Elvis Presley
THE HAWKEYE
STAFF
The Hawkeye is the official student magazine of
Brooke Point High School. All articles are studentwritten.
It is a forum of student esxpression, printed by
Stafford Printing.
Views expressed are those of the student writers
and editors and are not necessarily shared by the
administration or staff of Brooke Point High School.
The staff strives to uphold the highest journalistic
ethics and standards.
Editor in Chief
Giselle Namata
Assisstant Editor
in Chief
Regan Flieg
Advisor
Lindsay Bakum
Shelby Baird
Nathaniel
Bowman
Isabel Cox
Savannah
Duckworth
Cody Ferdinand
Julie Gazzoli
Kayla Hilado
Cassidy Hoff
Faith Jasso
Gwenevere
Keller
Staff
Virginia Lusker
Kassidy McCall
Emma McElwain
Sarah Moncure
Kiara Neely
Colleen Parker
Jane Pierce
Grace Rolle
Mason Russell
De’Jah Saunders
Jasmine Sutton
Banks
Isabella Taffera