Volume 63 Issue 11 - Fort Myers High School

Seniors, what will you miss most about Fort Myers High School?
Sarah Cannington John Tobler and Wisly Desire
Zach Meredith
Mrs. Ferguson and Brandon Rae
Jamie Hughes
“I am going to miss my friends and all
of the dances.”
“We are going to miss the sports that we
participated in and Mrs. Raber’s cookies.”
“The more that you read, the more things you will know.
The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”
Anthony Reale, Ms. Bueno, and Ross Becker
“We are going to miss seeing Ms. Bueno in
the halls.”
FMHS says goodbye to senior SGA officers
by Morgan Frink photo by Louie Mausser great.” Historian, Carl Rios said, “Either when
It’s that time of year again. Yes, that’s
right, senioritis is in full swing! Not to
worry though, graduation if just around the
corner. As the class of 2009 reflects back
on this year, they will no doubt remember
the wonderful activities and events that
SGA (student government association)
has held to make the year great!
The big events SGA planned this year,
with the help of Ms. Kirk, the club’s advisor,
were: Homecoming week, Toys for Tots,
Pasta for Pennies, the SGA banquet, the
elections for the 2009-2010 school year,
the freshmen social, winter movie night,
Taste of the Greenies, Greenie Growl,
Mr. Greenwave, and they assisted in the
Sam Sirianni night/memorial dedication.
According to SGA seniors, when asked
what their fondest memory of SGA was,
President, Natalie Watson said, “I’ve
always loved working with other people
to host school events and or community
service projects, but I’m so happy with
the outcome of the Homecoming. All
of the time we put in to decorating paid
off — people were talking about them
for weeks after!!” Vice president, Jillian
Moore, said, “The results of homecoming
week this year. After putting so much work
into planning the events and decorations of
the dance, seeing it all come together was
I went to deliver
the toys to the
elementary school
for Toys for Tots.
The children were
very happy, and
I was blessed to
see that, or when
I saw the finished
H o m e c o m i n g
decorations. I was
very proud of our
reps and officers.”
When asked
what they would
change, Natalie
Watson said,
“Sometimes I wish
SGA members
wanted to be
more involved,
and didn’t just
sign up for things
because they
have to. I understand people have busy
schedules, but the club thrives on the
involvement of its members.” Jillian Moore
commented, “It all turned out great—there
isn’t much I would change.” Carl Rios said,
“I wish I could’ve given more time to SGA.”
What are SGA seniors going to miss the
most? Natalie Watson says, “Working with
Ms. Kirk and the bond I have formed with
SGA members. As well as getting to work
on a business-type level with friends.”
Jillian Moore says, “Being involved in the
school activities.” Carl Rios felt, “There is
a hate/love sentiment towards Homecoming
Week. It’s very stressful because you have
to organize a week’s worth of events and
your own matters as well. But at the same
time the events start, you enjoy them
even more because of the hard work.”
Now that the year is almost complete, when
asked if they would recommend this club,
Natalie said, “Definitely! It gives you a sense
of responsibility while getting to meet tons
of new people and you always know what’s
going on!” Jillian said, “Yes” because “it
helps you stay involved in the school and class
activities.” Carl said, “Yes”, because “being
selected by your classmates to be in this group
is a really special thing. You represent your
class and ultimately your school. The Reps and
Officers participate in activities that improve
our school and the community. Being in SGA is
Senior SGA officers: Michele Dueease, Carl Rios, Barbara DePena, Brittany Idlette,
Natalie Watson, and Jillian Moore
also good motive for serving and leader roles.”
SGA would without a doubt not ran as
smoothly as it did, had it not been for the
advisor, Ms. Kirk. According to Ms. Kirk, “I
absolutely loved being the SGA advisor this
year! This was my first year having the group
entirely under my wing, and for that reason,
this year will always stand out in my memory.
I had wonderful SGA officers to work with;
they made my role more than enjoyable!”
When asked about her favorite activity
the club put together, it proved to be the
same as the reps’ and officers’. She said,
“Homecoming Week was my favorite
activity this year—probably because so many
hours of blood, sweat, and tears went into
making ‘“Casino Royale’ a giant success!”
With the mention of next year’s SGA
seniors, Ms. Kirk says, “The seniors next
year will be great; I have some very talented
and dedicated juniors ready to step up and
take the wheel, so I’m confident the ’09-’10
school year will be a great one for SGA.” Next
year, the current SGA president, Natalie, plans
on “attending UF in the fall (Go Gators!!) to
major in some field of mass communications.
(Most likely public relations) I hope to join
a service organization there or their SGA.”
Jillian’s plans for next year are to “major
in nursing at the University of Florida.”
Carl says, “I am attending the United
States Military Academy at West Point.”
On a final note, Ms. Kirk says, “…my
officers and reps—they are the best!” Goodluck
next year seniors, and thanks for all the
hard work you did to make this year great!
PROJECT
GRADUATION
DATE: 06//06/2009
This event is for all FMHS graduating seniors!
Come “RIDE THE WAVE” one last time with all
your fellow classmates. Join them for a night of
fun, food, games, and prizes.
WILL YOU BE THE SOLE SURVIVOR IN OUR
“SURVIVOR CHALLENGE” ?????
Get your tickets for $10.00 in A106!!
Location
Fort Myers High Gymnasium
TIME: 9:30 PM — 3:30AM
“I am going to miss all the sporting events and
all my teachers.”
Greenies perform
musical Grease
by Eliza Chamberlain
For this year’s spring musical, FMHS
performs Grease, a very popular musical
and movie known to all ages. The show
takes its name from the 1950’s United States
working-class youth subculture known as the
greasers. Grease was first preformed in 1972
as a play and shortly after the production of
its huge hit musical film premiered in 1978.
This play is set in the year 1959 in a fictional
high school, Rydell High. The musical is
based on the changing times of the 1950’s and
60’s, as Sandy symbolizes the conservative
fifties, her lover, Danny, is the symbol for the
rough and raunchy approaching sixties. As
the play continues the audience follows ten
high school students on their journey through
their senior year of high school as they deal
with love, cars, friendships, and drive-ins.
Fort Myers High first performed this
tantalizing play on April 2-4. Opening night was
a huge success due to the “very talented cast
and crew”, says sophomore Abigail McMahon.
Around 500 people attended the premier event,
crowding the auditorium with a continuous
applause. According to one attendee, Amina
Aouchiche, “The play was very entertaining
and kept the attention of the audience”. Overall,
the play seemed to be a huge success for the
Fort Myers High School Drama Department.
McMahon, who plays the lead roll of
Danny Zuko is played by junior Tyler Bishop
- Dr. Seuss
“I am going to miss seeing Mrs. Ferguson in
Student Affairs the most.”
“ I am going to miss my friends and the
overall atmosphere of the school.”
Sandy Dumbrowski is played by sophomore Abigail McMahon
photo by Michele Dueease
Sandy Dumbrowski, is just one of the many quintessential beauty school drop-out, Frenchy,
talented cast members showcased in the was performed by junior, Brooke Potts.
play. Starring alongside the roll of Sandy Other roles were as follows; Miss Lynch:
was the role of Danny Zuko, who is Sandy’s Alexandra Troast; Eugene: Sam Murphey;
love interest. Zuko was played by the very Patty: Kayla Fett; Jan: Shaunna Lazzaro; Marty:
talented junior, Tyler Bishop. Senior Jennifer Nicole Minott; Doody: Schuyler Kessler; Roger:
Aubuchon played the quirky part of Betty Ryan McBride; Vinny: Dan Sinex; Sonny: Ian
Rizzo. Alongside the character of Rizzo was Gallogly; Cha Cha: Ashley Wilkinson; Vince
Kenickie, played by senior Michel Avey. The Fontaine: Ben Stivers; Johnny Casino: Ron Riis;
Teen Angel: Matt Koller; Radio Singer: Paige
O’Donovan; Pink Ladies: Cebi Stough, Lauren
Taylor, Kaysee Donathan, Amanda Luiso, Jade
Alejandro, Meghan Collins, Michelle Dueease,
Haley Olson; Burger Palace Boys: Chazmen
McCarter, Brandon Boils, Andres Recabarren,
Anthony Loehle; Rydell Students: Kaitlyn
Johnson, Cailey Schiafone, Samantha Dees.
Congratulations to this year’s cast and crew for
making this musical performance such a success.
Congratulations to INFLUX who placed
First Runner Up in the International
Championship of High School A Cappella
Southern Semifinals! The group performed
“I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You”,
“Dido’s Lament”, and “Lizzie Borden”.
Kelsey Pinkard performed the solo in “Dido’s
Lament” to rave reviews from the judges,
and Ian Gallogly and Tyler Bishop received
many compliments from audience members
for their solos in “Lizzie Borden”. It was
a wonderful evening of a cappella music,
and INFLUX made Fort Myers High School
photo by Michele Dueease proud, both in performance and attitude.
Heather Brown, Ms. Camp, and Tyler Carner
“We are going to miss English class with
Ms. Camp.”
Quanitra Reid
“I am going to miss Coach Sammy and
all of my friends the most.”