By Claire Krackow
Staff Writer What qualities would your peers say you have? Every year at Red Lion Area Senior High School, Senior Superlatives are chosen according to what qualities pertain to different students Recognizing students who have been at the school for four years in giving them a title as superlative is a great confidence booster as well as a final ending to their high school career. It is also a way for their peers to remember them as they move onto the next chapter of their lives. Without recognizing students who stand out in those aspects, homecoming or prom court would not be possible. As well as team captains or lead roles in the school musical. The buzz and excitement about superlatives never fail to keep the Seniors anticipating. However, they are not always a good idea. Many conflicts can be started when finding out who won which superlative. During this year's voting of superlatives, many people were campaigning for what they wanted to win. In reality, people will vote for who they think deserves the title, not for the student who wants it the most. Students will be feeling very insecure once the superlatives are revealed because they may not get the one they wanted. Others may get the title that somebody else wanted, which will cause much conflict as well. "I just think it's bad because people might get down and upset if they don't get the superlative that they wanted," said Senior Paige Taylor. "I'm just not a big fan of them, although they are definitely very fun and exciting." In recent years, having Senior Superlatives has caused problems because of these same reasons. Senior should be chosen for a superlative based on the qualities that their peers think about them.
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By Zachary Rhine
Staff Writer The Keystone State decided it was ready for a change. This came in the form of a new governor being elected. The 2014 General Elections took place on November 2nd. While it was recorded to be a Republican landslide, Pennsylvania was one of the states that said goodbye to their Republican Governor and hello to a Democratic one. Enter Thomas Wolf. A former CEO of one America’s largest supplier of kitchen cabinetry turned politician, Tom Wolf confirmed the statistics that he would be victorious in the November election. Wolf was formerly a Secretary of Revenue under Governor Ed Rendell in the early 2000’s. Going into the race, Wolf also had the support of fellow democrats Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Having won his new position as Governor, Wolf has certain goals and ideas that he assumes will benefit Pennsylvania as a state. Some of these ideas include the desire to build a stronger middle class and the intent to restore money to the education system. Wolf wants to increase the minimum wage to 10.10 dollars an hour. He also plans on restoring the one billion dollar budget cut made by former governor Tom Corbett. Wolf is also an advocate for equal pay and other women’s rights. “Equal pay for equal work,” Wolf says on his Website, www.wolfforpa.com. “We want to end discrimination,” continued Wolf. In addition, he is also a supporter of LGBT. By Bella McCarey
Co-Editor-in-Chief As most high school seniors will come to realize, life is all about making investments. Whether it is buying a stock, investing in a company, purchasing a starter home or opening up a business, everyone at some point will have to organize their assets. However, one of the most overlooked investments is gaining a higher education after high school. An investment has many costs added into it, generally requiring an upfront payment Depending on where a student plans on attending college determines the varying tuition costs that a student may have to pay. Websites for state schools such as Millersville, East Stroudsburg or Indiana University of Pennsylvania state that costs range from $8,000 to $10,200. Those price tags do not include the cost of room and board,that can tack on an additional $7,000 to $9,000. Private colleges, such as locally located York College to Drexel University can range from $15,000 to $50,000, according to the numbers on their websites. Public universities tend to be cheaper than private colleges because public universities are partly funded by the state, whereas private colleges rely on tuition in order to make a profit. When it comes to paying for college, the first step is to fill out a FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). By completing the form, a student can find out how much he/she qualifies for financial aid. Even if you know your parents make too much money to qualify, it is still worth applying. You can still earn money if you are a minority, are a first generation college student, or one of your parents is on disability or is laid off. In addition to financial aid, many students hope for scholarships from the college or from an outside source. A scholarship doesn’t exactly mean that a student has to be a scholar, be as it may seem. There are thousands of different types of scholarships, some for being a race or religious minority, for what elementary school you went to or simply for what your gender is. Taking the time and effort to research what is available is worthwhile, along with networking within your local community. Many local businesses and organizations, such as the Rotary Club, offer free money to college bound seniors. The actual payout may only be $500, but every bit counts. If you’ve applied to every scholarship and grant under the sun and you are still short a couple thousand or even most of the tuition, student loans may be the last option, however not a last resort. According to the American Student Assistance statistics, every year 12 million out of the 20 million that attend college take out student loans, so it is a popular form of payment. As soon as a student hears the words “student loans”, panic automatically settles in. Debt is a big fear for anyone fresh out of college looking for a job or an internship. However, the bills don’t start arriving for at least 6 months after graduation. The cost of college should not be a venue for turning away students, however the high costs should be taken into consideration. Sitting down with your parents, especially if they have gone to college and are in your shoes, can help you and your whole family get on the same page. College is a huge risk, but the return on your investment (ie the job of your dreams) will make the whole hassle worth it. Photo submitted by Dylan Brightbill By Maggie Bishop Staff Editor “Where are you going to college?” If you are a junior or a senior, you have probably been asked this question dozens of times. Like most students, you may not have decided what exactly you are going to do after high school. Some students may be skeptical about continuing their education after high school because it is so expensive. In many cases, jobs require more than just a high school diploma. The reason why people continue their education after they get their high school diploma is to educate themselves more on their specific area of interest. But there are other ways to increase the chance of getting a more professional job than going to college for four years. Some students can go to a community college for two years. For example, to become a radiation therapist, dental hygienist, or an electrical repairer, it is only required to go to a two-year college. According to Suzanne Rose from Helium.com, continuing education after high school, “Can open doors and forge opportunities.” Going to college also gives one the opportunity for personal growth and to gain a sense of responsibility. Red Lion alumnus, Dylan Brightbill is currently a sophomore at Liberty University majoring in Pastoral Leadership and Biblical Exposition. “Before you win you have to lose. You have to lose your pride. You have to lose your immaturity. You have to lose your selfishness. If you want to win, then first you have to lose,” he said. If one wants to get a steady paying job and move out of their parents house, than one may want to consider what they want to do after high school. Ashley Zagorski
Staff Writer As admission letters come rolling in, it’s hard on high school seniors to decide where to go. To leave or not to leave, that is the question. “I’d like to stay. There are lots of factors to stay or to go,” Senior Steph Lincoln said. But what are those factors? For many of us, it’s family. For others, it’s friends. Some want to ‘get away’ and ‘start a new life.’ There are some students who say that it does not matter how close or far away they are, if the education is good, that’s where they will go. Money place a big factor. Most schools out of the state you live in makes the student pay out-of-state tuition which could get pricey. Junior Jared Warner said, “Volleyball.” For some students, they can get a scholarship from schools for a certain sport. This plays a big factor in a student's decision. In the end, it is the student’s decision and only they can make it. The question we must ask ourselves is, to leave or not leave. It’s up to you. |
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