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Saints spend summer servingThis summer, two groups of

Saints lived out Xavier’s new motto of “abundantly blessed, humbly we serve” by completing volunteer work throughout the United States and the world. Seven students traveled to Guatemala while 15 ventured to Jackson, Mississippi for two unique weeks of life-changing service.

Spanish teacher Ms. Hoffman led a group of students to the western highlands of Guatemala from June 3-13. The trip was part of the God’s Child Project, an organization that cares for and educates poverty-stricken children in third world countries.

While in Guatemala, students built two homes for impoverished families. In addition, they assisted at Casa Jackson, a malnutrition center for infants and helped out at a local school. Students also brought

groups with people they didn’t know and completed work that included painting, cleaning, yard work and organization. In the evenings, the groups gathered for worship, music and activities.

Senior Kelsi Fuller has attended Catholic Heart Workcamp multiple times and has learned the importance of giving back.

“Many of us are so privileged and we don’t even realize it,” Fuller said. “There are people who live in very bad conditions and even the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference. People appreciate it more than anything in the world.”

Students interested in potential service trips during the 2013-2014 school year can talk to Campus Ministry for further information.

$4,000 worth of clothing and supplies that had been donated by Xavier students earlier in the year.

According to Hoffman, the Guatemalan service trip was like taking a Xavier classroom to a different part of the world. Each day, time was spent praying and reflecting, and students had an excellent opportunity to practice their Spanish. Junior Ellen Jasper was very pleased with her decision to take part in the trip.

“I definitely underestimated how much fun this service trip was going to be and how much it would impact my life,” Jasper said.

Thousands of miles away, another service trip occurred June 1-8. Mrs. Esker, Mrs. May, Mr. Hayward, and Mr. Satterlee led another group of students to Jackson, Mississippi as part of Catholic Heart Workcamp, an organization dedicated to helping the neglected by inspiring its participants to live as disciples of Christ through serving others as a way of life.

Working with over 300 teens from around the United States, students spent the majority of each day completing volunteer work for various families and agencies. Every morning began with Mass, and afterwards students were sent out for about a six-hour work day. Students were divided into small

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Saints gathered in the Xavier Learning Media Center from 10-3 for a leadership seminar to prepare for the upcoming school year.

“We said let’s invite a core group of people to lead by example and impact Xavier in a positive way,” Principal Tom Keating said.

Throughout the day, attendees completed various exercises to learn how to become better leaders and to create more ways to make Xavier great this school year. Activities included speeches from Mr. Keating and watching video clips from inspirational movies.

The students worked together to brainstorm various words to use as motivation during the year. The words chosen were acceptance, ambition, character,

courage and heart. They are posted around the school as a reminder of the values for the Xavier community to live out this year.

After a lunch break, the Saints came back together and continued to discuss how to make Xavier the best experience possible for anyone who walks through the doors.

Another important task accomplished was creating this year’s Twitter hashtag. Those in attendance were able to write down ideas, and then the students decided as a group which one was best.

“We voted on the hashtag #saintstrong, because it shows we are constantly overcoming adversity and showing people what it means to be a true Xavier Saint,” junior Kayla Torson said.

The students who went to the seminar came together with the common goal of leading Xavier and keeping the school on the right path this year.

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Xavier Students pose before leaving for CHWC in Mississippi. Mary Esker Photo.

Students discussing leaderhip strategies. Mr. Keating Photo.

Editor-In-ChiefQuinlan MoranCopy Editor

Katherine BauerPhoto Editor

Meghan GerkePhotographerMaddy BaileyNews EditorMaria Efting

News AssistantAmy Boe

News WritersErin Drahozal

Jeff Frieden

Opinion EditorMorgan NoonanOpinion Assistant

Nic EklandOpinion WritersMaddy Bailey

Tory Brown

Brennan Graeve

Chloe Streif

Ben Valentine

Student Life EditorBrady Hoffman

Student Life AssistantJulie Woods

Mini-Feature EditorsRachel BradyMolly Vipond

Feature EditorsJenna FenskeAnna White

Feature AssistantColette MillerFeature Writer

Lizzy Bailey

Health and Lifestyle EditorHannah Chute

Health and Lifestyle AssistantsErin DrahozalJeff Frieden

Arts and Entertainment EditorEmma Hunt

Arts and Entertainment AssistantAshley Pudil

Arts and Entertainment WritersKayla Thompson

Julie Woods

Ben Valentine

Daniel Vega

Sports EditorShannon Mulcahey

Sports AssistantMorgan Brietbach

Sports WritersKatherine Bauer

Nic Ekland

Daniel Vega

Backpage EditorsJenna FenskeAnna White

Backpage AssistantMary EskerBusiness

Tory BrownDistribution

Brennan GraeveAdvertising

Olivia Rochford

The Saints build a home for a Guatemalan family. Josie Laska Photo.

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Xperts assist with iPad transition

The Xperts are Xavier’s student

run tech support group. The group

was informally created last year to

help with the progression to Google

apps. It has been expanded and made

the transition to the iPads this year.

They troubleshoot iPads and apps

students and teachers use for school.

The Xperts run a help desk

located in the former Learning

Media Center computer lab, which

also serves as their headquarters.

Aside from helping students and

they also do other computer work

like labeling laptops and making

The Xperts consist of 14

students and Ms. Olson serves

as their moderator. There are

members from each grade,

but most are upperclassmen.

Junior Jack VonKampen mans

the help desk third hour every

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

“We get our badge, work

teachers or students come in and

we help them,” VonKampen said.

Sophomore Amy Olberding

said she wanted to become an

Xpert in order to help students

and teachers who do not

understand the new technology.

The three biggest challenges

the Xperts have faced this year

students’ homes, the proxy server

crashing, and what Mr. Marshall

from one app in another app. Most

of the problems with connectivity

from students’ homes have been

solved, and the proxy server crashes

If there are not any Xperts

can help troubleshoot the iPads.

New library generates buzz

The new and improved Cedar

Rapids Public Library held a

grand opening on August 24,

2013. After being destroyed by the

new home in Westdale Mall. With

the hard work and dedication of

the Cedar Rapids community,

have been donated to the

a budget of $49,000,000,

the library has exceeded

many people’s expectations.

“My favorite part about

the library was probably the

study rooms,” senior Allison

Schwach said. “They have a lot

of cool furniture, and it is very

high tech and modern. The

On opening day alone,

the library issued out 591 Erin Drahozal

News Writer

new library cards, and 11,379

items were checked out.

A new addition to the library

is the technology. While typing

a paper or playing around on

the computer, one can walk on

a treadmill instead of sitting in

a chair. Another feature is the

water conservation unit. The

greenhouse on top of the roof is

watered by a pair of tanks that

collect rainwater and even the

air conditioning condensation.

The new Cedar Rapids Library

is 11% bigger than the old one,

but uses one third less energy.

The library will serve as a symbol

of how far the community

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News Writer

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Xavier High SchoolOpinion4

Welcome to your new home, freshmen“You could be

great, you know, it’s all here in your head, and Slytherin will help you on the way to greatness, no doubt about that.” Your parents

might not have placed a Sorting Hat on your head to choose if Xavier was the right choice for you, but now that you’re here, you might as well be great, right? You have to let Xavier be your Slytherin or Gryffindor and create the greatest version of yourself possible. There are many tips I could give you to help survive your four years here at the good old XHS.

Please, young ones, try your best not to crowd the hallway. It’s alright to pick up the pace and even talk to your friend in a place anywhere but the middle of the hallway. Try to decide what you’re going to have for lunch before you begin to stand in the middle of the food-area and waste the glorious lunch minutes. Get involved; you have heard this a million times already, but honestly, right now is the best time to try new things.

The list of tips could honestly go on forever but if you really want to know the insider secret (I mean, really, the Sorcerer’s Stone of all freshmen advice) it is to live in the moments you are experiencing right now.

Now is your time to mess up! You only get this year to use the excuse “I didn’t know, I’m a freshman,” and that excuse is golden. You can’t really use an excuse like that when you’re a senior and you walk into the wrong bathroom (true story, I don’t know how that happened).Try out a club that you’ve never even heard of. What’s the worst that could happen? Take choir and during your lesson with Mr. Walker, discover that maybe all those times your mom complimented your voice she was just trying to be nice. Accidentally wear dress code on a spirit day: I promise you’ll never, ever forget again. Discover the hard way that your teacher requires you to use ink on all of your assignments! Say the

wrong words to the fight song until you finally are able to sing the right ones in your sleep. Realize that as tough as you think a sport may be, you can do it if you put your mind to it. Volunteer to help with the next all-school Mass and come to the conclusion that public speaking is not your forté. Try to be really cool as you walk through the lunchroom and end up dropping your crispitos. Have a crush on an upperclassmen. Who knows, they might just ask you to prom. Fall for the wrong person. Fall for the right person. Discover that someone may not be your true friend. Listen to what you’re parents have to say, even if you’re “sure they are so unbelievably wrong.” Find out who your real friends are.

This is your time. This part of our lives is meant to be a growing and learning experience, so live it up and laugh it off. Meet new people and get as many memories in as you possibly can. Be kind to everyone. Enjoy your time here because, man, does it go fast.

Morgan NoonanOpinion Editor

Twins: Alike But DifferentBeing twins, we repeatedly get asked the same questions: “Are you guys best friends? Do you do everything together? Do you

share clothes? “ Although we’ve been friends since birth, when it comes to everyday activities and opinions we couldn’t be more different.

Maddy: After starting high school, being Lizzy’s sister became a lot more interesting. Lizzy got moved up as a freshman to varsity basketball and starred on the varsity soccer

team. Personally, I have no interest in basketball, but I constantly got the question, “Do you play basketball, too?! Who is better? You or Lizzy?” It’s nice to know people recognize my sisters talents as I do, but I have my own accomplishments and interests.

Lizzy: Having classes with my twin is both interesting and challenging. Although teachers mix us up, we seem to always end up with each other in the same classes. Maddy is a straight A student, and I always look to her for help with my studies. Teachers assume that we have similar strengths when it comes to academics, but in reality we both have different problems with different subjects. It’s nice having someone at home who can help you understand difficult problems on homework!

Maddy: Double the girls equals double the clothes. So yes, we do share certain articles of clothing. No, we don’t ever dress identical (unless it’s wearing the same polo to school, which means we are matching with one hundred other people). When we were little our mom used to put us in little, matching outfits, but we no longer feel the need to look

anymore alike than we already do. We do share our clothes, which is nice because one twin can buy something we both like and the other can buy something different.Lizzy: We often are told we look more like sisters than twins. Most of our classmates can tell us apart, but some teachers still struggle. For instance, once when I was walking down the hallway, my shirt was untucked and the teacher told me to tuck it in; I complied. Unfortunately, my shirt came untucked right before I walked past the same teacher! The teacher asked me, “Didn’t I ask you to tuck in your shirt earlier today?” To which I replied “No! That was Maddy!” But of course, that teacher had already had Maddy in class earlier that day, and he said, “Good try, but I already had her in class and she’s wearing a different color. Tuck in your shirt!” Sadly the twin switch doesn’t always work. Being a twin is great, but people tend to make assumptions that aren’t even close to the truth! Teachers and students shouldn’t judge others because of their siblings. We may be from the same family, but we aren’t all alike. Just look at Jake!

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Freshmen congregate around senior Morgan Noonan. Meghan Gerke Photo.

Maddy and Lizze Bailey at age two. Maddy and Lizzy Bailey Photo.

September 19, 2013 Opinion 5

New service requirement is a blessing Two thirds

of a day, 15 hours. That’s how long we are required by Xavier to perform service this year. What’s most of the reaction I’ve heard? “I don’t get why I have to do

this?” “Don’t we already do enough?” “It’s such an inconvenience!” I can’t understand this outlook.

Our theme this year is “abundantly blessed, humbly we serve.” Each one of us has been blessed thousands of times. Hundreds of blessings have been given to us today alone. We woke

up this morning. Not everyone is blessed with this miracle. All of us most likely have three meals a day if not more, while many in the world can’t remember the last time they were full.

Next, we attend Xavier. Whether you like this fact or not, this is where we are. This school provides us with everything for us to get ahead in life. We have a safe and encouraging environment. Many people live in war-torn or violent areas with little hope of a better life.

The most surprising complaint I’ve heard came from parents. “I don’t have time to get my child to where they would be working.” Dear parents, that is a terrible

attitude. How many of us think, “Why should I have to sacrifice?”

For many in our school, money may be a tight problem at home. You might think, “My family barely gets by” or “We have enough problems of our own.” But I know there are those who are worse off in this world and our community. Service isn’t about you. Look past your struggles, and help others with theirs.

Service is about giving of yourself and nobody said it would be easy. No hardship we encounter in our pursuit of service could ever amount to what Christ did for us. He died for all of us and simply asked us to love our neighbor as ourselves.

I’ll gladly go down to Bridgehaven or work for Habitat for Humanity rather than give up my life.

This school year, we’ll have 1,968 hours outside of class. Regardless of how much time we spend at extra curricular activities, there is plenty of time for more. It’s so easy to find 15 hours. Go above and beyond that! Don’t approach this experience with grumbling and negativity. It’s truly a great opportunity. How will you serve?

Katherine BauerCopy Editor

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There are many people in this world who aren’t happy with where they’re at in life. Many of these people don’t have the w i l l i n g n e s s

or toughness to change what they are unhappy about. When people aren’t tough enough to get something done or be where they want to be, they make excuses. Excuses not only hold us back, but they give the people around us the impression that it’s okay to make excuses as well. In order for us to be the best

version of ourselves, we need to eliminate excuses completely and take charge of our lives.

I don’t have enough money. Get a job in your free time and save. I’m not smart enough to get an A. Do all of your homework and study for tests. I’m not big enough, fast enough, or strong enough. Spend hours lifting and running. I’m late because there was bad traffic. Leave in order to be 5-15 minutes early. I can’t help it, it’s just the way I am. You have free will; don’t use your personality as a scapegoat. I’m too lazy. Don’t be pathetic. Adults use excuses too. My kids are so misbehaved. Discipline them, make sure they

have enough sleep, feed them the right food, spend time with them, and love them. I don’t have a high enough paying job. You should have tried when you were in school and not been a slacker. Those people are “haters”. Don’t give them stuff to “hate” about.

The difference between people who succeed and people who aren’t good enough is excuses. Everything in life comes back to you. If you slack off and expect anything besides disappointment, then you are lying to yourself. Sometimes people give their best effort and still come up short. So there is no room for anything less than your

best. I sometimes use excuses and struggle with being on time but I am working on it. If you use an excuse frequently, catch yourself and own your faults and failings. When a life is lived without a scapegoat, the realization comes that you can do so much more than you ever thought possible. Just as George Washington Carver once said, “Ninety- nine percent of failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses.” So step up and own your life.

Back to school means time management A l r i g h t ,

alright, alright! The school year has started, and I can tell it’s going to be a good one! Oh yeah, school... I guess I forgot I have homework every night.

Okay, no problem, it’s homework. But wait, there’s more! I forgot about play practice, All-State practice, show choir practice, and I have a job. Oh yeah, and early bird gym in the morning. Have fun!

What is sleep? What is free time? As the school year goes on, our free time we love so dearly tends to fade away. As you grow even older, you learn that free time is a luxury to take full advantage of. It’s better to start good time management skills early. That way, they become habits, and you don’t have to worry as much later.

One easy trick I’ve learned is prioritizing everything you have to do. If you have a couple practices

or meetings you have to go to along with homework, see which practice or meeting is less important than the other so you can see if you can skip out a little bit early. (Ask your coach or director first.)

Another useful skill multitasking. Back to the practice and homework example: do your homework in the down time you have. You’ll thank yourself in the long run when you can relax at 10 p.m. instead of starting your homework. Multitasking will actually help you in the long run, because we all know that we will have to do several things at once eventually. DO NOT PROCRASTINATE. Procrastination kills. You will die if you procrastinate. Do your work early and get it out of the way.

Lastly, be involved, but don’t overwork yourself. Yes, it is awesome that you can do basketball and be in a play at the same time. But is it really worth it to be failing classes and not getting enough sleep?

All in all, if you can learn these three skills, your life will be immensely easier. And isn’t that what everyone wants? An easy life? I’d like an easier

life. Anyways, don’t stress yourself out. Stay cool, Xavier.

Brennan GraeveOpinion Writer

Ben ValentineOpinion Writer

Xavier High School Student Life 6

Thoughts

from

Students

“This was my third year

doing CHWC. I love

making new friends

with the people in my

group from all over the

country.”

“I went on CHWC

because I was inspired

by the service trip I

went on with LaSalle

Middle School. I wanted

to continue helping

people.”

“I went to Guatemala

with a group of Xavier

students because it

was a great opportunity

for me to have fun and

lend a hand to people

in another country.”

“I learned to be humble

and grateful for what I

have because

sometimes I do not

realize how fortunate I

am. It was hard work,

but with everyone

working together, it was

fun.”

A group of Xavier students went to Jackson, Mississippi to help

serve the community.

Ms. Hoffman took several kids to Guatemala to build houses for

a few families. They purchased the materials for the houses with

their own money.

Junior

Max Furhman Senior

Kelsi Fuller Junior

Dylan Eller

“I like the theme because

it reminds us we need

to serve other and how

blessed we truly are.”

“Key Club is a club

based on service. It’s

a nice way to give back

to my community and

serve Xavier as well.”

“Service is important to

me because even though

I am giving back to the

community, I am also

receiving.”

Sophomore

Anna Christianson

Freshman

Jack High

Senior

John Locher

Junior

Jacob Hansen

Every year, Xavier High School’s student body is given a theme to live out through the year. There

are daily reminders of this theme during morning prayer, on signs around the classrooms and a banner

in the gym. This year’s theme, “Abundantly Blessed, Humbly We Serve,” was presented to the student

body at the Back to School Mass. As a student body, the goal is to try to follow this theme throughout

the daily activities reminding the students that God has given everyone a great opportunity to serve

others.

This year marks the start of a new service opportunity, sophomores through seniors are all

required to serve at least 15 hours. Sophomores will spend their 15 hours giving back through their

in the Social Studies hallway with ideas and opportunities on how to give back and serve. Also some

parishes will have opportunities for service on their websites.

Catholic Heart Work Camp Guatemala Mission Trip

bundantly Blessed...

umbly We Serve

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Over the Summer Some

Xavier Students did

service on their own.

Page Design, Photos and Information Collected by Brady Hoffman Photos and Information Collected by Julie Woods

Photos by Sarah Stancyk, Melanie

Wertzberger and Hannah Chute.

Mary Esker Photo. Matt Downey Photo.

SPOTLIGHT

A group of juniors made cards for Gems of Hope.

Sophomore Sarah Stancyk went on

a service trip in the Ukraine with

her church.

St. Joseph’s Church Youth Group did service around the community.

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New to School

new faces Where did you attend high school? What did you want to be when you

where younger?What’s a fun fact about you? Teacher

“I am the mother of five and will be a grandmother in November for the first time. I also enjoy quilting.”

“ I served in the Marines for five years.”

“I’m training for my third half marathon and second marathon.”

“Around seventh grade I wanted to be in the Ma-rines.”

“As a child, I wanted to be a princess. With eight sisters and two brothers, I was only a princess in my own mind!”“I dreamed of being a pro-fessional athlete when I was younger.”

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Mrs. Gaffney

Mr. Mallie

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Mr. King

“Maintaining the ‘big picture’ in life is hard to do but absolutely necessary.”

“It is important to have competition and cooperative

activities for students with different motivational levels.”

Ms. Schrunk - Social Studies

Mr. King - Fitness/Wellness

“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”

“Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddently you are doing the impossible.” -Saint Francis of Assisi

Mr. Lage - Spanish

Mrs. Gaffney - Cafeteria Supervisor

Mr. Mallie - Social Studies

Mrs. Lemker - Math

“The most precious thing we have to give is ourselves. Volunteering/community service can be very rewarding.”

“Try and try again.”

Ms. Larkin - Theology

“Your life must be rooted in Christ if you are to have a solid foundation upon which to build your college years, as well as the rest of your life! Christ is constantly calling us to a

deeper life in Him.”

There are several new faces around the Xavier halls. Below are some of their favorite quotes or words of wisdom to help their students excel this school year.

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What is a fun fact about yourself?I am taking six art classes this year. -Meghan Gerke ‘14

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What are your plans for the future?I want to have my own event planning business. I am obsessed with

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What does your job in advertising entail?I organize the ads for each issue. -Olivia Rochford ‘14

What is something interesting about yourself?I like cats. I should be a cheerleader. I can count to ten backwards.

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What kind of things do you plan to cover on the Student Life page?

This year we plan to cover anything interesting about being a student at Xavier.

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What is an interesting fact about yourself?Nothing warms my heart more than a big bar of chocolate and The Notebook on repeat.

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What are you are most opinionated about? Social issues. -Ben Valentine ‘14

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Xavier High SchoolHealth & Lifestyle10

wake up!

The Night BeforeRAvoid spicy foods, chocolate, and coffeeRDon’t go to bed angryRPray or calm down 30

minutes before going to bedREat dinner a few hours

before going to bed

During the NightRSleep with a window

open or crackedRNo background noiseRGo to bed and wake up

at the same time every dayRKeep bedroom at a cool

temperature

“Every morning I wake up, take a shower, get dressed, pet my cat, change my shirt because of cat hair, give my mama a fist

bump, and I’m out the door.” -Junior Noah Clasen

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“I wash my face and listen to music when I wake up to feel energized and happy.”

-Senior Alyssa Gorkow

The MorningRPlace the alarm across the room

RDon’t press the snooze button; sit up right awayRDrink a glass of water before getting out of bed RTurn on the lights as soon as you wake upRExercise or stretch every morning

RSplash water on face, shower in the morningsRThink positively

For some people, waking up is the hardest part of the day! Whether it’s for school, an early practice or game, or a club meeting, here are a few helpful tips to ease the

pain of getting up early.

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September 9, 2013 A & E 11The Little Shop of Horrors is Opening Soon

Mother Teresa once said, “Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.” Even though Xavier’s Drama Department did not have only a day to put together a production, they only had two months. Nevertheless, the fall production, Little Shop of Horrors, is ready to take the stage tonight as the first show of the 2013-2014 season.

The originally planned show, Altar Boyz, was scheduled to open the season, but was removed at the last minute. With a handful of students that no longer had a play to get ready for, director Mr. Cervantes shifted his focus from boy bands to man-eating plants, as well as adding seven more cast members.

“We have a cast that knows the amount of time we have to pull this together,” Cervantes said. “They have been very timely with

learning lines, learning music, and showing up to practice.”

Little Shop of Horrors is a spoof of a 1950’s science horror film which has been performed on Broadway and was later made into a movie. The plot revolves around Seymour Krelborn, a florist shop worker who grows and takes care of a plant that has a very interesting diet.

“This show is the strangest show anyone will ever see,” senior Nina Noronha said. “We have really great music and choreography, and on top of that, it will also make you laugh.”

A new addition to the theater this year is two opera boxes on each side of the stage. They were built for Xavier’s production of Amadeus in April 2013 and will be used not only

to add to the theater’s appearance, but for audience members as well.

“We plan to give patrons the opportunity to bid on the seats before each performance, and the two highest bidders will take them,” Cervantes explained. “It is a unique experience when you get to sit close to the stage and almost feel like you are a part of what is taking place.”

Cervantes says he plans to use the money for possible scholarships for anyone going into the performance field after high school.

Little Shop of Horrors has scheduled performances on Thursday, September 19, Friday, September 20, and Saturday, September 21. All shows are scheduled to start at 7 p.m. in the Regis-LaSalle Theater.

Ashley PudilA&E Assistant Editor

Senior Mason Montuoro battles with the oversized plant during one of the play’s rehearsals. Maddy Bailey Photo.

Poms begin their seasonThis year, Xavier’s Poms Squad

has lost one of their coaches, but that has not stopped them from competing. Seniors Charlie Dean, Mary Esker, Taylor Fitzgerald, Annemarie Ford, Clancy Haase, Morgan Noonan, and Molly Vipond will lead their lone junior, two sophomores, and six new freshmen with their national experience and performance capabilities.

“I am so excited for this season because we have a talented group of girls.” Fitzgerald said. “We also have a very strong bond this year, and I feel that with that, we can accomplish a lot!”

The Poms have competed at one competition so far, an invite at Linn-Mar High School on August 24. The team placed third in the Poms category and second in the Jazz.

Their upcoming competitions include venues such as the University of Northern Iowa on October 12, Newton, Iowa on November 2, Glenbrook, Illinois on November 17, and Des Moines, Iowa on December 5 and 6. Tickets are available for sale at each competition.

Coach Kelli Brietbach has high hopes for the team this year. Last year, the Poms Squad had the opportunity to perform in Orlando,

Florida for a National Competition. Their main goal for this season, besides dancing to the best of their abilities for Xavier at pep rallies and football games, is to make it to the National Competition once again.

Julie WoodsA&E Writer

Michele Ann BurkeOwner, Head Instructor Phone 319-393-0303

Studio Dance3907 Center Point Rd. NECedar Rapids, IA 52402

Top: Sophomore Erin Foley jumps into a split at the pep rally.Bottom: The Poms Squad poses for a picture before performing at a game.

Meghan Gerke Photos.

Xavier High SchoolA & E12Spotlight: Xavier edition

Q: What is your favorite form of art?

A: Painting, because I can do a lot of

interesting things with it.

Q: What are your best accomplishments?

A: I won a contest and was published in a

magazine. I also had a piece displayed at the Mount Mercy Art Show.

Q: Why are you interested in singing?

A: Music is in my family. I’ve been singing for as

long as I can remember.

Q: What programs do you participate in?

A: Voce, Xavier Chorale, Vocal All-State,

State Music Contest, musicals, and show

choir.

Q: What is the best part of performing?

A: I like working with all of the different people,

and the cast parties.

Q: Why are you interested in theater?A: It is a great way for me to express myself,

and I make a lot of new friends during every

show.

Q: What has been the best moment so far?

A: We placed second at Linn-Mar and we

qualified for Nationals.

Q: What makes Poms a fun experience?A: Everyone is so supportive and

competitions are so awesome.

Senior, Anna JacobiArt Enthusiast

Junior, Noah LauerChoir Singer

Sophomore, Jacob Francois

Involved Thespian

Freshman, Brie Baldus Poms Dancer

Kayla ThompsonA&E Writer

Meghan Gerke Photos.

Comics with Keefe

Emma KeefeComic Artist

Xavier’s Top 10 Playlist

From a survey of 35 Xavier students

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We Can’t Stop - Miley Cyrus

Counting Stars - OneRepublic

Wake Me Up - Avicii

Take Back the Night - Justin Timberlake

SAIL - AWOLNATION

Roar - Katy Perry

Applause - Lady Gaga

Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke ft. Pharrell & T.I.

Clarity - Zedd ft. Foxes

Demons - Imagine Dragons

Emma HuntA&E Editor

Homecoming

A & E 13September 9, 2013

Ben Valentine & Daniel VegaOpinion Writer & Sports Writer

Ponder This...

With Ben and Dano

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Bad Driving/ Parking Lot EtiquetteTerrible HygieneChewing with Mouth OpenBeing Late/ InefficiencyBad Spatial AwarenessLoudmouths/ Potty mouthsOther

Everyone has a passionate dislike for certain things that people do. We need to stop being a part of the problem of bothering others and be reasonable. If you are bothered by something, consider the blessings in your life and deal with it. We surveyed Xavier students and had 325 responses.

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A little under one year removed from a boys’ state golf appearance, the golfers of Xavier High School have high hopes and expectations to further their success by winning the State Championship.

“We have to have strong team chemistry to make it to state again,” senior Matt Junge said.

One way the team builds team chemistry is by participating in events outside of meets and practices.

“On meet days, to stay focused and energized, the team eats at the Spring House restaurant. On our way to meets, we listen to relaxing music to calm our nerves,” senior Ben Sagers said.

The Saints currently sit 34-17 on the season and are ranked eight in class 4A. Junge is ranked fourth in the state individually.

“In my seven years as the golf head coach, I have never had someone ranked so high,” Tim O’Brien, head golf coach said.

The Saints participated in the Prairie Supermeet at Airport National. The team finished with a

score of 263 finishing fourth out of 14.On Thursday, September

12, the Saints hosted a meet at St. Andrews gof course. Xavier won, finishing with a score of 161, edging out the Lions of Linn-Mar

The Saints participated in the Prairie Supermeet at Airport National. The team finished with a score of 263 finishing fourth out of 14.

Last Thursday, September 12, the Saints hosted a meet at St. Andrews golf course. The Saints won, finishing with a score of 161, edging out the Linn-Mar Lions by three strokes.

The Saints golf team played again Monday, September 16 in an MVC divisional meet at Pheasant Ridge golf course. They will participate in the Cedar Falls Invite at Beaver Hills Friday, September 20.

Remarkable, outstanding, and dominant are a few words that can describe senior Carly Berrutti’s summer. From living the life of an Olympian to participating in Grand Nationals in Sparta, Illinois, Berutti soaked up every second of it.

Berutti kept busy during the summer as she had 12 tournaments, practiced four to five times a week and was one of 12 kids in the nation selected for the Olympic Camp in Colorado Springs.

“Even though it is lot of work, my coach in Muscatine does a great job of preparing me. I just absolutely enjoy every second of it, it is my passion,” said Berutti.

Berutti attributes her success to the help of her coaches and supporters. The first day at the Aim Grand Nationals, Berutti shot 97/100. The second day, she shot a perfect 100/100, ending with a total of 197/200 making her the top female in the junior division.

Look for Carly Berutti and the Saints trapshooting team this upcoming spring.

Golfers have high hopes for upcoming season

Berutti on targetKatherine Bauer

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Cross Country team experiences new changes with new coachEvery year, teams of all different

sports deal with new changes, goals, and obstacles. This year, the Xavier cross country teams went through a transition from Coach Nathan Hopp to Coach Bryan Jones.

“He is a great coach,” senior captain Anna Jacobi said.

“Everyone loves him and he pushes us through our challenging practices. He cares about everyone.”

Coach Jones was the assistant track coach at Xavier in 2012 and coached middle school track for several years. Xavier cross country is a new experience for him.

“This is my first year of coaching cross country ever,” Coach Jones said, “so I am learning a lot.”

This summer, Coach Jones started meeting his team. He was not disappointed by the talent and determination he saw in the runners. The atmosphere the team created was exhilarating.

“They seemed to love running,” Coach Jones said, “and wanted to improve no matter what fitness level they were at. The level of dedication has not decreased.”

A few changes have been made to the program since Coach Jones began practices. One noticeable difference is now the boys and girls practice together. Previously they’ve been separate.

“It is interesting seeing how well the girls do,” senior captain Jacob Schmitt said, “and the team feels a lot bigger.”

In addition to the coed practices, Coach Jones challenges the team to more mid-range speed workouts such as the timed mile and two mile repeats.

“We seem to have more workouts during the week,” senior captain Marinna Schroud said, “and I think that’s more beneficial.”

Overall the coaching change has been easy and beneficial for the team. Leaders see many advantages to Jones’ coaching, and all are excited for the season.

“Practices are more efficient,” Jacobi said. “And we do a lot of different types of workouts.”

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runner to push themselves and reach their full potential. He also wants the runners to meet individual and team goals.

“Coach Mallie and I have high expectations for the runners this season,” Coach Jones said, “but those expectations also seem to be the same as those of the runners themselves.”

The Saints’ first meet at Cedar Rapids Prairie was cancelled due to intense heat. Xavier ran at the Linn-Mar Invite on September 7. Sophomore Jenny Dickes placed seventh with a time of 15:22, and Marinna Schroud ran in 16:14 to place 21st. Jacob Schmitt placed fifth with a time of 16:34, and sophomore Steven Culpepper had a time of 17:35 to place 17th.

On Thursday, September 12, the boys placed ninth overall. Schmitt placed 22nd with a time of 16:34. The girls placed tenth overall. Dickes was the top runner for the Xavier girls with a time of 15:21 to place 23rd.

The team runs again Friday,

September 20, at the Cascade Invite.

Above: Head Coach Bryan Jones and Assistant Coach Kyle Mallie write runners’ times from the the CR Invite. Right: Senior Jacob Schmitt runs at the CR Invite last Thursday. Mrs. Wagner Photo.

Senior Carly Berutti stands in front of the Olympic stadium in Colorado for the Olympic Camp. Photo Submitted.

Senior Carly Berutti shoots during the 2012-2013 trapshooting season. Haylee Schiltz Photo.

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Senior Captains for fall sports

Football

“Going off of the theme this year, ‘nothing is given to us, we have to earn it’, the underclass-men look up to us to understand how to earn

what you deserve.” Matt Nelson

GirlsCross Country

“As a leader, I have to set a good example for everyone through my actions and I have to be a person who is easy to

talk to.” Maddy Gerleman

Boys Cross Country

“A leader is someone who can work with other people and lead them in a way that is beneficial to the whole team, and that

is what I have to do.” Jacob Herndon

Golf

“My goal as an individu-al is to become a better golfer and as a team, I want to make it to state. As a leader, I have to make sure those goals

are reached.”Ben Sagers

Volleyball

“I want to be the leader that everyone can come to if they need help. I also have to be pushing the team so we can reach our full potential. I have to make sure we do not slack off on the

minor details.”Britni Scholtes

Shannon MulcaheySports Editor

New season, new goals, better future for the Saints

After last year’s 13-1 season, the Xavier Saints football team is looking to move on from the defeat against Ankeny High School in the 4A championship game and focus on the new leadership in the players this fall season.

The Saints’ team last season had a total of 75 players with 34 seniors. This year’s team has increased to 86 players and 41 are seniors.

“This season, we have a completely different team; it is a new group with new leaders. As far as last year, we sometimes reminisce on the season, but we try to focus on this year and this season,” senior quarterback Quinton Scholer said.

Scholer completed eight out of ten passes for 112 yards at the first regular season game on Friday, August 31, against Dubuque Hempstead. But Scholer did not stop there; he carried the

ball eight times for a total of 99 yards and made two touchdowns. Xavier defeated Hempstead, 35-7.

“Our theme this year is the same as last year, ‘Do your job and you get what you earn’,” head football coach Duane Schulte said.

At the Senior Night game, the Saints beat Cedar Rapids Jefferson by a score of 44-0. The Saints scored on all six possessions in the first half of the game. Senior Ryan Persick scored five out of six extra-point kicks and made one field goal. Senior Matt Nelson scored in the first quarter, and Brendan Miller made two touchdowns. Scholer ran 48 yards to score, and juniors Jay Kortemeyer and John Hovda also scored.

The third game of the season for the Saints was against Cedar Rapids Prairie Hawks, Friday, September 13. The Saints beat the Hawks 23-0, improving Xavier’s record to 3-0. The Saints gained some momentum after the half when they were leading just 2-0.

The Saints play again against Dubuque Wahlert on Friday, September 20.

Shannon MulcaheySports Editor

Senior quarterback Quinton Scholer throws the ball at Saints Field at the September 13 game against CR Prairie. Meghan Gerke Photo.

Saints volleyball starts season off on a high note with new coach

It is a new season with a new coach, but Xavier has the same goal as previous years.

“We want to make it to state, we want to get closer as a team, and we want to win our conference,” junior Kayla Torson said. “It feels good to be back at it, especially with this team.”

The Saints got off to a good start Thursday against Linn-Mar, sweeping the Lions 25-18, 25-19, and 25-18. Torson had 17 kills throughout the game. Senior Britni Scholtes added 40 assists in the three matches and junior Madsy Richards had 12 kills.

Torson credited the win to the way they talked on the floor and their aggressiveness at the net. The matches were a first for new Xavier head coach Krista Johnson.

“She is awesome! She really knows her stuff and she is really cool,” Torson said of her new coach, a Cedar Rapids Jefferson graduate.

The Saints played again Saturday at the Washington Invitational. They won their first four games against Dyersville Beckman, Davenport Central, Oskaloosa, and Johnston. Xavier beat Johnson, the class 5A number two team 23-21, 21-17. In a 28-26, 21-19 loss to Linn-Mar, the Saints had already earned a spot in the championship. They fell to Class 4A number two ranked Solon Spartans 25-14, 25-19. The Saints traveled to Cedar Falls to take on the Tigers in a Mississippi Valley match up. The games

remained close, but the Saints managed the win 25-23, 26-24, 25-23. Sholtes had 42 assists and senior Halle Heying had 31 digs to help the Saints to a victory.

Xavier headed up to North Scott to play in the Lancer invite on Saturday, September 14. The Saints won their three pool games against Burlington, North Scott, and Woodward-Granger. They faced off against Quincy from Illinois in the semifinals and won 25-21, 25-22, earning them a spot in the championship against class 5A number 2 ranked Bettendorf. The Saints lost to the Bulldogs 25-14, 25-15, taking home second place.

The Saints continue their season Tuesday against Cedar Rapids Kennedy at home.

Morgan BreitbachSports Assistant Editor

Senior Kara Zwanzinger serves a ball in a volleyball game against Linn-Mar. Abby Watson Photo.

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September 19, 201316

CLUBSXavier prides itself on being a well-rounded school: in academics, athletics,

fine arts, and extracurricular activities. About 94% of Xavier students participate in a club or extra-curricular activity. Out of the many clubs that

are offered, here are 12 that might catch your interest.

NEW!

Running Club

Art Club

Campus Ministry

HOSA(Health Occupation Students Association)

Pep ClubKey Club

Spanish or French Club

Math Club

SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)

LifeSavers

Science Bowl

BPA

Information & Pictures by: Mary Esker Design: Anna White, Photos by Lifetouch

Teacher: Mrs. St. Andrews

Teacher: Mrs. MiltnerTeacher: Mr. Schaub

Teachers: Mrs. Wendt

Teachers: Ms. Hoffman

Teacher: Mr. Satterlee

Teacher: Mr. O’Brien

Teacher: Mr. Goldsmith

Teacher: Nurse Naeve

Teachers: Ms. Hayes

Teacher: Mrs. Esker

Teacher: Ms. Hoffman

President: Nick Terfler

President: Morgan Noonan

Student Leaders: Mary Esker

President: Grace Busse

What they do: Choose themes for sporting activities, dress up days for homecoming week, class relays/competitions, and provides fun props like baby powder, pom poms, and confetti for the student section.

What they do: Compete in a variety of individual and team events at the regional, state, and national levels. You must be enrolled in a business class to be in BPA.

What they do: Perform acts of community service throughout the school year such as pancake breakfasts,

tutoring at St. M a t t h e w ’ s , Outreach, the E s p e c i a l l y For You Race, the HADSA Walk, and

What they do: Create art for liturgy, work on murals, go to local art exhibits, go to major art museums, and have the opportunity to travel to

Europe every two years.

What they do: Practice math strategies to use at various competitions. Each student also receives a t-shirt.

What they do: Organize salsa dances, cultural fairs, and food drives. French Club hosts breakfasts, Christmas parties, gift exchanges, pizza parties, and movie nights.

What they do: Focus on issues surrounding Respect for Life. They learn through educational events, charitable efforts, and prayer. Also have the opportunity to go to the March for Life in January.

What they do: Meet every Thursday for a run on 42nd Street. Every 4th Thursday they bring a canned food item

to donate. Their goal is to run 1,000 miles over the next few months.

What they do: Plan and set up all Masses, Reconciliation, Stations of the Cross, and prayer services. It is also the source of various r e l i g i o u s r e t r e a t s and service opportunities.

What they do: Practice once a week to compete at various competitions sponsored by the

Department of Energy. The state competition is in January.

What it is: A national student organization, with support from the Department of Education, that provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition for students interested in health science.

What they do: Strive to provide awareness and opportunities for students to recognize and make constructive decisions. They also go to elementary schools to talk about good decisions.

& Ms. Finley

(Business Professionals of America)

What they do: Collaborate with other health professionals and future employers, seek internships, build their resumes, serve as officers at different levels of membership, travel to conferences, and apply for HOSA scholarships and recognition.

& Kelsi Fuller

& Ms. Constant

-Nurse Naeve

Student Reps: Marinna Schroud, Jacob Schmitt, &

“HOSA is a new club at Xavier for future health care professionals. Students can gain experience through service projects, internships and can facilitate health awareness issues for the student body and community.”

President: Grace Busse

Kathleen Parish

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