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is that as Hurricanes, we will examine and improve the ways we treat our
natural resources:

energy, land, and fellow humans.

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Table of Contents

Student Life 4-29
Sports 30-57
Organizations 58-79
Faculty 80-89
Freshmen Academy 90-103
Underclassmen 104-123
Honors 124-127
Seniors 128-185
Advertising 186-197
Closing 197-200
Global Review 201-216

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n January, we had the most wonderful privilege to welcome a group of Ugandan
students. There were 3 boys, Elijah. Moses, and Joseph, who spent a week with us, and
4 girls alona with their school headmaster, Ssemutono Stephen. They got to

experience for the first time things we take for granted:things from touching a

basketball , to seeing an airplane and firing a rifle with the JROTC at Northeast. In

America, we are used to technology for research and review in all classes. F

have at least 7 computers per classroom and two portable labs . in Uganda these
students have 600 students and only 5 computers.in their entire school. Teachers
teach with their hands and a chalk board. Having met these students, we should
remember how most of the people on our planet have so little and yet are so gratefu
The next time you complain about school, or basketball practice, or even a Friday night

stuck at home with the family -remember how fortunate we are
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BY: Melissa Miller

rs! Gas Prices Got You Down

The cost of gasoline has risen significantly in recent years. Higher
gas prices have lowered employment, income, and spending. Most
everyone has been affected by the high prices in some sort of v y. Mar
families have had to limit their driving and spending fe ople are also
losing their jobs, because of the poor economy due to high price
Schools all across the country are being affected tremendously by the
high gas prices also. Teacher's are being laid off just to save money
Some schools have considered making shorter bus routes, but since
districts have little flexibility field trips and sports teams that take
buses on the road are becoming the targets. Schools districts are also
hae to cut back on heating and air conditioning. Prices for food are
also rising, meaning that school lunches are going up. These are just a
few of the things occurring due to high gas prices.

Most studies show that the cost of high gas prices is due to the cost
of crude oil followed by the cost of refining. Ethanol is one source that is
being used to help lower the amount of oil consumed while providing
cleaner-burning fuel. Ethanol is an alcohol-based fuel made by
fermenting and distilling crops that have been broken down into simple
sugars. In the United States, ethanol is generally made from corn.

thanol is 10% of our gasoline we use today. In flex-fuel vehicles, an
alternative fuel E85 can be used. E85 is a blend of 85 percent ethanol
and 15 percent gasoline. If gas prices remain high, then ethanol will be
pushed to be used as an alternative fuel.

Crude prices have been falling because of declining gasoline usage.
That decline was reflected in a government report showing that
Americans drove 12.2 billion fewer miles in June of 2008 compared to a
year ago. If Americans continue to drive less, then gas prices will
continue to reduce and we can save money and help make a difference.

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Lilith is a vegetarian and

Shauna is a carnivore

egetarian or Carnivore?

You may be a carnivore or a vegetarian, a sugar freak, or even a
meal skipper. But what and how you feed yourself will affect your
health for the rest of your life.

There is a small percentage of RHS students who choose to go
vegetarian . Most do so because of health reasons and some consider
eating meat just plain wrong. Meats and animal products can contain
growth horomones, sodium nitrites and nitrates, and antibiotics

Then there are the carnivores. They want meat every time they sit
down to a meal; it may be a small amount of pepperoni on a pizza at
lunch or a Triple Stacker from Wendy's

The snacking population at Rutland is in the majority. Many skip
breakfast at home and wind up eating from the snack machines in the
hallway. Others bring high sugar candy, fattening doughnuts, and
honey buns to start their day. Later, the sugar buzz is gone and they
need another pick up from cookies at lunch or a bag of gummy worms
stashed in their bookbag. These bad habits are hard to break ana
hard on your body too. Well, here's some good health suggestions to
help cure those hunger pains. Try water, and lots of it! Many times
you feel hungry, but you're really just thirsty. An apple in the morning
will help curb hunger and help keep your weight down.

For you vegetarians out there, get your protein from fish or nuts.
Carnivores, balancing things out with fruits and vegetables in your
diet. Try fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. ..

Think about small ways to improve your diet. Your body will thank you
for it!

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Aothers Day Tornado

The year 2008 was a record year for extreme weather
events in our nation. This included a record number of
the following: tornadoes, floods, fires. and hurricanes.

On June 20 and 21, there were over 6,000 lightning
strikes in California, resulting in several thousand
blazes over a period of several months. Extremely dry
conditions caused the loss of thousands of acres of
forests, wildlife, and expensive homes. Severe breathing
problems came from the smoke-laden air. Local Link:
RHS Coach Johnson (Left) holds a lightning detector
which helps determine if lightning is striking too close
to a field when a game is being played.

Midwest flooding caused several major rivers to
overrun tremendous areas. The flooding caused loss of
lives and property in over a dozen states during the
2008 year.

And here in Macon we lived through the infamous
Mothers Day tornado, which touched down early that

unday morning, causing millions in damage to portions

Bibb County. This storm affected many Rutland and

'Estside High school students. Homes were rendered

livable, and vehicle and proper was high. Thankfully, not
life was lost.

lue tarps covered gapping holes in roofs and walls.
nisted tree stumps separated from tree tops dotted
ne landscap. The sounds of chain saws filled the air
r many weeks.
Westside High was damaged badly, so it was decided
at Rutland would open our doors to the much larger
ISHS student body so that they could finish out the
school year. Teachers and students from both Rutland
Mother's Day Tornado by the Numbers: and Westside attended on an every-other-day
100- # of Bibb homes completely destroyed by schedule. Students had to complete EOCT and AP
prepunee , . finals. Getting all the grades in was a challenge, but it
100- homes suffering major damage ; i
50- #of local streets impassable on Monday worked out well due to good planning and cooperation.
following Sunday tornado Students from both schools graduated on time and
450 -#of tons of debris moved by city workers
in less than a week

14,700 # of meals delivered by Red Cross
Unknown- Number of meals delivered by many Local Link: Jessica Stokes (2nd from left) is shown

local churches above the devastation her family experienced from the
$100,000 amount of overtime paid to Macon Mother's Day Tornado.
Police Depart.

Westside was repaired over the summer mofiths.

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It's Really,Really Easy! -

Almost everywhere you look these days there seems to be a
reminder to "Go Green". The all important chant to remember
when going green is: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle! Many common
goods around your house are easy to recycle.. Every other week,
paper, plastics and metal items are picked up by a truck
designed for this purpose
Newspapers and mailers, anything with a triangular recycle
symbol, and glass and cans can fill up to over flowing the
recycling container from a typical Bibb County household. .
According to a survey given to RHS students , over 90% of
everyone surveyed thought that recycling was important. But
when asked if they recycled,
over 50% admitted that they did not.

. Another way we can help reduce is by simply using less. New
technologies have helped us reduce. Low flow toilets, which use a
lot less water than our normal toilets, and halogen light bulbs,
which shine brighter than regular bulbs and use less electricity
are great examples of things you can use to help reduce. At
Rutland this year, a way we are reducing is through the new
electrical hand driers in the restrooms. It replaces the
thousands of paper towels that we use which helps cut back on
garbage. The third and final way that we can help is by reusing.
Instead of throwing away certain items, try to find other uses
for them or use them again and again. Rechargeable batteries
are one of the best items out there that can help us cut back on
hazardous waste. They canbe reused numerous times and when
they can't be charged anymore, you can recycle them.
Recent changes in Board of Education policy have required
schools to use less energy in heating and cooling classrooms.
Workers came during December and removed half of the
lightbulbs in hallways to cut energy costs. And the vacant
trailers on our campus are being removed to other sites for use.
These changes onall Bibb County school campuses will result
in major savings in money and energy.

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Photo 2: Sarah Collins, 11th
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love the variety of products
they have and the fact that
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products on animals

Photo 3: Yesenia Magana,
11th, says "l always have my
make-up with me just in case
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Photo 4: Breyahna English,
11th, applies her Burt's
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Feeling clean and smelling good are of great importance to Kutland teens. But

have you ever thought that great clean feeling could be harmful to your health?
Many cosmetics, soaps, and shampoos that we use contain chemicals called
phthalates. These chemicals can cause liver, kidney, and even lung damage!

We're always trying to protect our bodies from bacteria by using antibacterial
soaps. Did you know a compound in antibacterial soaps, such as hand sanitizer, can
cause just as much damage to our bodies as the germs we're trying to fight? Well
it's true! The compound can disrupt the thyroid hormone function and lead to early
puberty.

Carcinogenic...do you know what it means? Chemicals that are carcinogenic
cause the big C word. . .Cancer! These carcinogenic chemicals are in everything
from make-up to lotions. Coal-tar chemicals have been tested on animals and are
found to be carcinogenic. These chemicals are in the dark color hair dyes we use to
dye our hair and the dandruff shampoos we use to treat dandruff. So here's the bad
news, almost every product we use contain chemicals that are harmful to our
health.

But here's the good news! There are products that are safe for you and our
planet. Revert Eco. is an earth friendly perfume sold at Rue 21. It smells great while
remitiding you to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Burt's Bees products do not contain

any chemicals that are harmful to your health. The ingredients are all natural!

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Photo 1: Chris Hawkins says he
wears this Think Green shirt to
promote awareness of the world

around us and how we affect it

Photo 2: Brittany Mixon spends
her money on repurposed or
preowned items. Her favorite
recent buy was this cute pair of
shoes from a yardsale for only a
dollar

Photo 3: Samantha Chubbuck
wears a World Wildlife
Federation T Shirt. This brand
sends a portion of the sales to
protect endangered creatures.

Photo 4: Whitney Davis shows
off her reusable tote bag.

Photo 5: Ashlind Koskula and
Jennifer Odom shop at Goodwill
because "it's cheaper than other
places" and it makes their look
unique.

Fashion, especially among high school students, is one of the
most creative ways to express yourself. However, your sense of
style not only affects how others see you and how you see
yourself; But it also greatly and (in most cases ) negatively
affects the world we live in.

It's really not hard to stay fashionable while being eco-friendly.
Buying vintage and used clothing from yardsales and thrift

stores gives you a unique look, while reducing the use of landfills.

Buy clothes made with organic materials such as hemp, linen,
organic wool , organic cotton, and bamboo; These materials are
better for the environment because they're grown without the
use of unhealthy pesticides and insecticides. They also help
preserve land and soil. Look for clothes that are colored using
natural dyes that are much healthier for you; the production of
unnatural dyes can produce toxic pollution. These are just a few
ways to decrease your daily impact.

More and more designers and stores are doing their part to go
green ; making it easier for people to find eco- friendly fashions.
From big designers, like Marc Jacobs, to stores like Pacsun,

Gap, and American Apparel, you're sure to find something to fit
your own unique sense of green style.

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After an entire Summer of sleeping in until noon, high school
students struggle adjusting to their "Back to School
schedules. One habit that teens pick up is gulping down coffee
first thing in the morning. Coffee is a caffeine-based stimulant
that restores, strengthens, awakens, and invigorates. Most
people are not aware that there are a few simple ways to turn
your coffee drinking routine into a "Green" routine. An obvious
choice would be purchasing organic coffee beans- which are not
only good for the Earth but also better for your halth. Unlike
most coffee beans, organic coffee is grown without harmful
pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Another eco-friendly
solution is shade-grown coffee, which is cultivated under a tree
canopy opposed to cutting down large amounts of trees and
destroying natural habitats along with them. You can also stay

green by choosing filters made with unblached papers, reusable
cotton/hemp, or gold.

It doesn't take much to help out your planet, just simply alter
your daily routines. You don't have to spend tons of money ona

to cut down and clear away trees or forests

Hybrid or sponsor a kid in Africa with a monthly fee. You caf help
prevent deforestation every morning while reading the paper and
drinking "Green Caffeine."

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D.0.E. a5 a custodian for 13 years.

One Mean, Green, Cleaning Machine

Ms. Beverly Harris

Awarded Custodian of the Year for Bibb County Schools

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-Michael Robinson if - "Ms. Harris keeps our school
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-India Hodges ag eX . ; out of trouble.
-Josh Crowell
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-Candace Molton 77 . lh "Ms. Harris is cool and funny."
Chris Hearn
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of need, she is a person who is true to ' | "Ms. Harris is nice because
herself." , i she warns us before we get in
-Ronda Clark, fellow employee is trouble."
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her body." ___. "| think Ms. Harris is cool and
-Mrs. Barfield Arriving at Rutland in'03, Ms. Harris cleaned fresh red mud tracked she has a great personality."
in by workmen's boots and fingerprints from newly installed windows. Jesse McClure
"How ya durin?"

' She dared anyone mark her mirror-like shine on the tile floors. She's just
-Chris Hawkins

Lam so impressed with Ms.
Harris keeping Rutland

"She's like a second mom." extremely clean and neat. She
-Vicky Covington 6:00 and opens the school., stands at the front door and encourages shows a great amount of pride

that way- from the floors to the ceiling and everything in between.
Ms. Harris works a split shift" usually. She arrives each morning at

and Whittney Davis students to get into dress code, and then continues her duties. She which strengthens my pride
leaves around 10:30, and returns to work at 2:00, staying until 9:00 for our school. She works very

"I love working for Ms. Harris. She's great. making certain halls,restrooms,and classrooms have been made ready hard and deserves the best.
She tells me when acme outside and for the next school day. I've noticed her genuine
geresucal When asked why she chose this line of work, she said, "To be honest | eee
she is going to take care of her
"She's a great custodian. Our schoolis 4 Supervisor the next year. During my 13 years | have opened three new babies. "
always clean. schools, met many people, and made many friends. So many kids really -Mrs. Thompson

Ahnikha McMiller appreciate me for me; down to earth and always willing to help them. | Assistant Principal

tell them "I love you "because so few of them really hear that, | greet

' them in the morning, and | do my best to make sure the children come to
a clean environment daily.

"Bottom Line-l love my job, and it's because of the children
-Ms. Bevery Harris

1/14/2009

think it chose me. | came to the system as a regular worker and | became

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September 29-October 3

Homecoming only comes once a year. It is a
time of school spirit and competition. This
year's Homecoming Week consisted of Twin
Day Monday, Tacky Day Tuesday, Retro Day
Wednesday, Celebrity Day Thursday, and of
course, Spirit Day Friday. Like every other
Homecoming, there is the traditional Spirit
Stick Competition between the classes. This
year to win the Spirit Stick, there was a
combination of the highest percentage of
students who participated in the dress-up day,
the class who brought the most canned goods,
decorated homeroom doors, and hall
decorations. The extremely spirited Senior
Class of 2009 prevailed and showed the most
school pride. The Spirit Stick was presented to
the Seniors at Rutlands first ever Homecoming
Bash where the winners of each dress-up day
and the famous Sexy Legs Contest were
announced.

Pictured: Clockwise: Brittany Tucker, Tiffany
Sams, Haleigh Lyles, Breigh Findlay, Jessica
Hill, Marlesa Bell, Casey Oliver, Brooke
Chester, Carlos Pitts, Sydney Banks, Ashley
Crute, Ellie Barbee, Austin Torrey, Brooke
Collins, Logan Nipper, Tiffany Sanders,
Malcolm Jones, Ashley Crute, Chelsea Tucker,
Marylizza Mofford, Dion Pinkney, Sam Viator,
Justin King, Kawanna Sallette, Jasmine
Flowers, Shannon Pinnell, Kristyn Archer,
Antwone Grayer.

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alumni Kept the crowa entertained during aown moments

Christopher Booze st arough tackle and was assisted off the field and into an

ambulance by paramedics. His injury was a painfully dislocated hip.
During halftime, ROTC and Band members participated in the homecoming court presentation.
iners-up, Tyler Sullivan and Taylor Bledsoe were announced. Bledsoe listened to the
r cell phone from her hospital bed. During homecoming week, Taylor was diagnosed
165 disease. Even Pathe all of homecoming week, it is an event | will never
sai Sitting in my hospital gown and my toy tiara, | listened for Mr. Kubin's announcements of
the winner's was crowned by '08 Queen oan Jones, and ne.
Hickey was pre sented his crown.* The crowd celebrated, the cameras flashed, and players rar
back onto the field for the second half
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Homecoming candidate selection changed with the elimination of ballots, and students
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Spring of (08 brought a fresh face to head Rutlands athletic department. Coach George Collins,
along with six other coaches from Houston County High, is our third Athletic Director in six years.

One great idea Collins introduced is the season ticket. Purchased by students for $50.00, it
allows attendance to all home sporting events from fall football to spring soccer.

Our new coaches appeared on the Rutland scene about the time our nation's economy began its big
downturn. When asked how he expected the economic troubles and high gas prices would affect the
fall season sport events, Coach Stewart commented that he had not heard of any restrictions on
bus usage. "Players are going to need more room after the game. They need to stretch out on the bus
to prevent cramping. We need to have the right amount of room and number of buses," he said.

Coach Tony Jones, new football and men's head soccer coach expressed another need- greater
support from fellow Rutland students at games. "More student fans at games and more pep in the
crowd" is what he feels will increase the quality of athletic performance.

Coach Doug Johnson commented that being at Rutland reminded him of his early years at
Houston County High School 15 years ago. Johnson predicted a similiar steady climb in
improvement in Rutland's athletic success.

We look forward to the new leadership in our athletic department. Stability has been an issue in
the past, and the transplant of these "HoCo coaches will hopefully be the answer to this need.

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2008-2009 SEASON PASS

otudents admire qualities in new coaching staff

Seth Sutton said his favorite coach is Chip Stuart
cause "he can throw a football through a carwash
and come out the other side dry

Maurice Davison said his favorite coach is Doug
Johnson because "He always pushed me to do my

pest

Preston Sanford said his favorite coach is Bubba
Williams because "| can see myself in his shoes in ten

years"

Coach Ron Christian was rewarded "BIBB COUNTY COACH OF THE YEAR" award for the 2007-2008 school year. Coach Christian teaches Health/P.E.
and coaches basketball, football and track. He has been working at Rutland since 2005 and his wife Veronica Christian also teaches at Rutland. During the

2007-2008 basketball season coach Christian took his boys team to the second round of playoffs.

"Green to Rutland, new coaching staff shows promise

Bubba Williams Doug Johnson Tony Jones

Chad Averett Chip Stewart

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Southwest 0-7
Peach County 6 - 26
Mary Persons 6
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Woodward Academy

Spalding 18-19

Maynard H Jackson 34 - 14

South Atlanta 34 - 20

page 33, top: Dee Lundy prepares to punt the ball for the Canes
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Page 33, center: Chris Booze makes an amazing catch and runs for
another Hurricane touchdown

Page 33, above: The defense prepares for another big stop on the
Woodland offense

Page 33, left: Jamel Hickey breaks out of the pocket to throw the ball
Page 32, left: Ryan Bartholomew looks for an open reciever to throw
another touchdown pass

Page 32, center: The Rutland Hurricanes bust through the banner
before the Homecoming Game against Eagles Landing.

Page 32, top: Coach Averett congratulates the offense on their
touchdown drive

Page 32, bottom: The Hurricane captains of the Homecoming game
meet their oponents captains at the 50 yard line to do the coin toss

eeping the Cane SPIRIT UD

The cheering squad traveled to

Panama City for a summer workshop.

There they learned new formations,

practiced and competed , increasing}

skills in athleticism, and comradery.

They battle extremes in temperature, crowd apathy,
taunting from opposing teams , fatigue, and hoarseness but
strive to encourage fans and players alike on a consistant
basis. They are coached by Mrs. Christian.

page 34, far left: Chelsea Tucker does a stunt at a
football game to pump up the crowd

page 34, left: Mallory Smith and Laina Tarpley cheer at
the Homecoming Pep Rally

page 34, bottom: Ebony Purcell cheers on the crowd to
get the football players pumped.

Center: The RHS cheerleading squad cheer for the
students at the Homecoming pep rally

page 35, top: Ashley Crute puts on a show for the
Rutland Hurricanes

page 35, above: The squad performs at half-time during
a basketball game

page 35, left: Logan Nipper, Tiffany Sanders, and Ellie
Barbie do a basket toss with Mallory Smith on the field
prior to a football game

Slam-Dunk Season

Lady Canes Dominate Court and District

experience and expertise as he ended tt

with more than 200 wit

basketball coach.

Reaching the Playoffs, the Lady Canes met the
challenge of unfamiliar opponents with composure
Great teamwork and good sportsmanship sets

the Lady Canes apart from less successful teams

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Page 36, left: Shaketa Hodges goes up for a rebound

Page 36, bottom: Kendra Grant takes a free throw.

Center: The Lady Canes celebrate after their victory.

Page 37, top: My'stique Jackson waits to throw the ball in to make another
great play.

Page 37, left:Brittany Brooks passes the ball to a teammate.

Page 37, above: Before the game, Shaquita Hodges shakes hands with the
team as her name is called.

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Woodland

Maynard Jackson
Spalding

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Eagle's Landing
Woodward Academy
South Atlanta
Maynard Jackson
Southwest

Mary Persons
South Atlanta

Page 38, Left: Bronco Davis sprints down the court.

Page 38, Center: The Canes talk strategy before the game.

Page 38, Top: The Canes score again.

Page 39, Top: Teammates show spirit for Antwone Grayer has he
prepares for the game.

Page 39, Top Right: The canes pose for a picture before the game.
Page 39, Above: Tyler Sullivan packs the opposing team.

Page 39, Left: Corey Jackson dribbles past the opposing player.

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Once again the Lady Cane Softball team
experiences extreme success as region
champs. Encountering a loss of many

talented senior players from the previous
season and entering a new region with

unfamilar teams did not hinder the spirit or
the record of our Lady Canes

With the final tally of a 13-2 region record,
these talented women dominated on the
field. The lady canes lost five senior starters,
one of which was the star pitcher for the last
four years. Sophomore Brittany Middleton
stepped up to the plate to fill the place of
their field pitcher. Even though the overall
record was not as good as the year before,
the team really stuck together and
performed exceptionally well. With a new
defense and new leaders the Lady Canes
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Pike County
Warner Robins
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Houston County
Warner Robins
Eagle's Landing*
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Page 40, left: Brittany Middleton pitches the ball straight
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Page 40, top: Casey Oliver sprints to first after a hitting a
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Feb 23 Warner Robins
Feb 25 Central

March 2 Perry

March 4 Westside

March 6 Perry

March9 Mary Persons
March 11 Woodland
March 13 Eagles Landing
March 17 Spalding

March 20 Jackson

March 23 Warner Robins
March 25 Central

March 28 Westside

March 31 Woodward Academy
April 3 Mary Persons
April6 | Woodland
April8 Eagles Landing
April 10 Spalding
April 14 Jackson

April 18 South Atlanta
April 24 Jackson, Atlanta
April 28 Woodward Academy

Page 42, Bottom: David Canady makes an out at third.

Page 42, Center: The team evaluates their opponents skills before
the game.

Page 43, Top Left: Chase Hopper catches the ball at first to make
the out.

Page 43, Top Right: Blake Shouse catches a ball hit to him and
makes a great play.

Page 43, Center: Austin Torrey hits the ball and gets an RBI.
Page 43, above: Danny Spires calls the pitch to strike out the
batter.

Page 43, Left: Ryan Bartholomew prepares to hit the ball.

Getting it Right
on Friday Night i

The girls soccer team struggled at the

begining of the year as the young team was

fighting to stay alive in their new region. Led

by senior captains Cymone Williams and

Roxy Wilson ,the Lady Canes tried to keep t
their heads up after some hard losses early

in the season

Relief came in the Jackson game, when

victory was acheived in a tight 3-2 score.

Schedule

Warner Robins
Peach County

Perry

Mary Persons
Woodward Academy
Eagles Landing
Woodland

Jackson

Bulldog Cup
Howard

South Atlanta
Maynard Jackson
Westside

Spalding

Central (Senior Night)

Page 44, Bottom Left: Cymone Williams clears the ball as she takes a
goal kick.

Page 44, Center: Roxy Wilson takes the ball down field to make pass
to a striker.

Page 45, Top: Lauren Ingram dribbles down the field to score.
Page 45, Top Left: Candace Cosnahan goes up for a save.

Page 45, Above: Ellie Barbee runs to keep the ball from going out of
bounds

Page 45, Left: Skyla Smith runs to get the ball back to make another
great play.

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Woodward Academy
Eagles Landing
Woodland

Jackson

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Howard

South Atlanta
Maynard Jackson
Westside

Spalding

Central (Senior Night)

Page 46, Bottom Left: Luke Eady takes the ball up the field to get away from

defenders
Page 46, Top Right: Wilson Vegas takes a shot on goal.

Page 46, Center: Coach Jones gathers the team before the game to motivate

them to do their best
Page 47, Top: Jacob Potts makes an amazing save to keep the boys in the game

Page 47, Top Left: Emmanuel Awoyeye dribbles the ball down field to make a
play.

Page 47, Above: Coach Jones and Assistant Coach Rafael Infernal watch the
field to critique the game.

Page 47, Left: Brett Combs takes a free kick to send the ball down field

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SCHEDULE

December 3 Perry / Central
December 6 Bear Duals
December 9 Houston County
December 16 Jones / Monticello
December 23 Jones Duals
January 3 Bibb County Tournament
January 7 Northside
January 9-10 Area Duals
January 14 Houston County /
Jones County
January 16 - 17 State Duals
January 22 Southwest
January 23 Warner Robins
January 30 Northeast
February 4 Warner Robins

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ross Country Team Shows Endurance

Cross Country is a challenging sport that takes a large amount
of determination. Thanks to the dedicated Coach Hickey from
Skyview, our Cross Country team reached for the stars and
succeeded. At Rutland our boys Cross Country team finished
5th in the Region and the girls finished 6th in the Region. [i
There were 6 regular meets, 3 invitational, and 1 region. For
the boys; brothers Mickel and Michan Craig had a great
season. Mickel placed 15th in the region and Michan placed
16th. Both received medals at the Northeast invitational.
With all the excitement for the boys team, two promising
runners were injured early in the season, John Harvey and
Brian Moore. For the girls; Kendra Grant was 1st place in 6 of
the meets for our team. She placed 31st in the Region and
received a medal at the Warner Robins invitational.

Trey Simpson, 11th, says he enjoys the long distance running
and thinks Cross Country is a very rewarding sport. Practice
involves running three and a half miles everyday to increase
endurance. And like most other sports , cross country
members also lifted weights to increase muscle and help burn
fat for a leaner body.

Page 50, Top: Tyler Tolbert at the Westside
Invitational keeps his distance ahead of a
Westside runner.

Page 51, Center: Trey Simpson runs at the
Westside Invitational.

Page 50, Bottom: Sisters Shaquita and
Shaketa Hodges, and Aziza Jabari warm
up at the Westside Invitational

Page 50, Center: Atravia Chatman catches
up to the head of the pack at the
Northeast Invitational.

Page 51, Above: Trey Simpson and
Kenneth Swayne take a moment to rest
and rehydrate after a long event.

Page 51, Top: Kendra Grant runs.

olf Season Begins with a Snowy Start

The 2008-2009 golf season was filled with high
expectations. RHS has moved to a new region that will
present us with new challenges Coached by Mr. Barrett,
and led by John Barfield and Jonathon Rowe, the golf
team works year round to ready themselves for the
rigors of the season.

Barrett says "If we can read the "greens" and make
clutch shots we will celebrate a 4-AAA championship
this season." To have set a strategy is one thing. To
remember and use it under stress will prove to be the
real test.

SCHEDULE

Perry HS

Westside High School
Houston Co. Tournament
Perry High/Worth High
Eagle's Landing
Howard High

Houston Co HS

Eagle's Landing

Bibb County
Championship

Region Tournament

Pg. 52 Top left: Dylan Payne is unsuccessful in hitting
his golf ball in the snow

Pg. 52 left: Justin Armstrong holds the flag stick

Pg. 52 bottom: The RHS team watches the tournament
at Houston County.

Pg. 53 John Barfield watches where his ball goes on hole
12 in the Houston County tournament,

Pg. 53 left, Jonathan Rowe and Alex Poulin ready their
golf bags to carry to the next hole,

pg. 53, bottom, Cody Darden walks the course.

Ryan Bartholomew, David Canady, Danny Spires,
Chase Hopper, Will Jester, Hunter Spivey, Blake
Shouse, Austin Torrey, Cody Phillips, Jonathon

Jones, Reese Stokes, Chance Gordon, Brian Tucker,

Matt Arnold, Dustin Compton

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Brett Combs, Wilson Egas-Benavides, Maros
Horvath, Adrian Childs, Kenneth Maddox, Dustin
Wilson, Emmanual Awoyeye, Larry Cole, Joshua
Crowell, Jeremy Greene, Nathan Olgetree, Jacob
Potts, Gustavo Barragan, Michon Craig, Mickel
Craig, Luke Eady, Nick Freeman, Angel Gomez,
Nattapong Kilangsa-Art, Cameron Willis.
Managers: Taylor Bledsoe, Rafael Linfornal

BOYS BASKETBALL

Bronco Davis, Corey Jackson, Dewayne Bawn, Dante
Gastin, Tevin Oliver, Jarvis Kills, Kenneth Swayne,
Ormaine White, Austin Torrey, Stanley Walker, Tyler
Sullivan, Matt Worthy, Randy Billingslea, Antwone
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Managers: Kawanna Sellette, Chalandra Selette,

Kiana Londy, Lobnya Sams

John Barfield, Jonathon Rowe, Alex
Poulin, Cody Durden, Andrew Poulin,
Brandon Watson, Dylan Payne, Justin
Armstrong, Trevor Irby, Noel Davis,
Lorena Karz.

JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL

| Myles Hodges, Patrick Scoles, Matthew McDaniel,
Jake Bradshaw, Jeremy Chambers, Dalton

| McEldowney, Chase Amerson, Justin Blizzard,
Brannen Odum, Jonathon Rousey, Chad Mims

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Brittany Tucker, Casey Oliver

esha Dawson, Brittany Brooks, Kendra Grant,
Alisha Irvy, Cayla Jones, Shajuan Watts, Tomecia
Watson, Shaquita Hodges, Kyrmia Smith, Zonesha
Davis, Yashica (Tae) Smith, Shaketa Hodges,
Mystique Jackson

Manager: Chiquella Taylor

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Cymone Williams, Diane Wilson, Roxy Wilson, April
Bivins, Shannon Pinnell, Brook Austin, Eleanor
Barbee, Candace Cosnahan, Lauren Ingram, Jasmine
King, Taylor Monroe, Kayla Page, Tiffany Sanders,
Mallory Smith, Melanie Spillman, Ronda Walls, Carly
Mathews, Ashley Rosado, Skyla Smith

Managers: Justin Williams, Delaney Connell, Jessica
Webb

Record First Place in County Achieved by

Elite Lady Canes Basketball Team
From Final Eight to Top Four- Journey Worth Traveling

It's a long journey from first game to THE
FINAL FOUR. But that's exactly where the Lady
Canes found themselves the second week of
March.

Led by veteran basketball coach, "Silent Storm"
Johnny Dixon, the team has shown poise,
teamwork, and humility.

When asked how she prepares for a state title
competition, Kendra Grant said "We try to keep
focused. We always pray before our games".
Tae Smith commented that prayer has always
been a part of the Lady Canes

pre-game preparation and success.

Manager Chiquella Taylor says,"! pray everyday
for God to help us out -hustle more than the
other team and keep our stress level down.

The team faced the Carrolton Trojans at the
Macon Centraplex on Friday March 13 at four
o'clock.

First on the schedule, the girls were pumped by a
walk-through send off at school prior to leaving
for the tournament.

Coach Dixon keep his game face on, and the
school honored the team with our first:"Green
Out".

First quarter began with nervous energy from
both teams. The athletes settled down, and it
appeared this was to be a well-balanced match.
And it was, initially.

Canes were leading by nine points during the high
point in second quarter. But high scorer Kendra
Grant(14 points,) began limping with a serious
stress-fracture injury and Tae Smith (13
points) showed fatigue from the aggressive
Carrolton team.

The Lady Canes fought well, but the scoreboard
told the final story: Rutland, 51, Carrolton 68.

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balances the tuba and hits the low notes,the Pride of the Hurricanes pose in the

stands during the fall competition, Mr. Mathews directs during Spirit Week,

Chris Harkins shows good form during a performance, Casey Dean and Mr.

Mathews warm up Kenneth Lawrence, Drum Major, directs , and band marches
/ during annual Christmas parade in downtown Macon

Color Guard

Color Guard is the combination of flag core and dance team. Rutlands Color

Guard serves as a visual to the songs that our band plays. They entertain us
and their big smiles lift our spirits when we are down at halftime during the
football games. Along with the band, they enter competitions and are judged
by their performance. Have you ever considered what it takes to be in Color
Guard? " It takes hardcore determination and the drive to do it", says Anna
Suber, captain.

In order to be the best they can be, Color Guard must practice frequently.
During football season, practices occur on Mondays, Tuesdays, and
Thursdays from 3 to 5. At practice the team starts off stretching and
talking about their day to help release any stress they may have. After
stretching its time to practice routines. The routines are very important to
the success of the Color Guard so they give them their all.

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There are many advantages and disadvantages that result from involvement
in Color Guard. For Anna Suber, the best part about Color Guard is being the
captain. All in all the most rewarding thing is being on the field at halftime,
looking up at the crowd, knowing they are watching you and all of the precise
movements that should be perfectly coordinated. |n order to have that
rewarding feeling, Color Guard has to be ready.

The amount of time it takes to get ready is the biggest disadvantage for the
girls The make-up, uniforms, and most importantly, the hair take time to be
consistent and just right.The rushing can be extremely stressful, but this
doesn't hold back the dedicated team members that make our Color Guard
what it is; the best thing since toasted bread!

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exhibit , and Delaney Connnett checks
out the artwork on the art hall. wall

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The stress is on for many visual arts Am
students as they strive to put together
a viable Advanced Placement
portfolio.
With a record number of students
working towards this goal, they strive
to produce 29 college-level pieces.
There are also several prestigious art
contests that RHS visual art students
enter, including the Kiwanis and
Protege exhibits. The Congressional
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Yearbook Mascot

"Green Staffers Produce Great Book

We started out as a very GREEN staff- all but two
were brand new to journalism. We quickly agreed
that the "Green" theme would work on many levels
for our book.( Marla Sapp's idea). We chose green
topics that would apply to our students. Each
staffer researched that topic and created a double
page spread for the theme section. Former RHS
teacher, Ms. Moore along with Mrs. Barfield spent a
record six and a half hours designing the cover. Mrs.
Paula Bennett meticulously recorded all the money
for ad sales, senior ads, and yearbook payments.
Yearbook staffers took most photos,. but we also
were thankful for contributions from

Ms. Childers, Mr. Pitts, and Mr. Barrett.

Ed McConnell and Helene Cox , Lifetouch
representations were life savers upon several
occasions.

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All of the staff worked hard, but some came
through with large numbers of pages and really put
forth a great deal of effort. They include: Jennifer
Bilow: Theme Editor ,Marla Sapp:Ads Editor,
Melissa Miller Sports Co-Editor and Clubs Editor,
Brett Combs: Co-Sports Editor, Jocelaine Presen
Dieu, Breigh Findlay, and Cooper Lowe, for classes
section and various other well-done sections.

We thank all of the students and teachers who
gave us quotes, filled out questionnaires, and let us
take their photo. We did this for you, our school.
We hope it brings you great memories and causes
you to consider the greener way of treating our
planet.

THE EYE of the Storm
earbook Staff

How did "Hoppy " help make the yearbook happen? When we had a really
bad day, or missed a deadline,, Hoppy would tell us to just hop back up,
get back on our feet, and finish what we started!

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Athletic Director Coach Collins filled us in on how
funds are raised for the athletic department. Ticket
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parents and students that would allow them free access
to all home athletic events which has also added funds to
the Athletic coffers. Jack- of all Trades, Mrs. Christian is in charge
of four programs and their funds.
Cheerleading, Drama, Color Gaurd and FEA are
all her responsibility.

The FEA (Future Educators of America)

raisers to help pay for their uniforms.

Can you imagine the job of book keeper Mrs. Scott?
She has all of the incoming funds to count, record, keep
spread sheets on, and deposit.

To raise money for the general fund, parking permits for
student drivers and temporary ID's are sold.

Band and Chorus have a booster organization that

program. The downside is their high
cost and wear and tear from season to
season.

4 AONEY FACT: Cost of a high
3 hool football helmet is $300.00

FEA uses the money from their fund raisers to honor the
teachers at RHS.

They purchase small treats and gifts and host a
breakfast that is held each semester for teachers,. they
also sponsor a raffle for faculty meetings.

The Drama Department performs for Rutland High
parents and students. They also take "the show on the

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sells cookies during lunch every

Club activities.

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f band uniform: $500.00
Cost of Cheerleader Uniform: $278.00
Cost of Color Guard Flag: $55.00

Members Include: President Anna Suber, Vice President Tyler Loque, Secretary Jasmine Flowers, Treasurer Nakia Cumminas, Historian Chalandra Sallette, Business Manager Kawanna
Sallette, Michael Amerson, Ashley Atkinson, Marlesa Bell, Robin Collins, Zenobia Harris, Caitlin Horne, Aziza Jabari, Breanna Mack, Tiphanie McClure, Arishonna Perkins, Shannon Pinnell,

Kacy Polk, Amber Ramirez, Kaitlin Rowe

Creative Students Design Sets

What would the three productions of the Drama Club be with out a set?

Set designers avoid the spot light, but their contribution is vital .
samantha Chubbuck, Delaney Connell, and Geordi Couto spent after school
hours designing and painting the sets for Crenshaw Family Reunion, Who's
Dying to be a Millionaire, and Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat productions. Delaney

said, I'm a very artistic person and | enjoy being able to contribute to the
productions without actually being on stage. "The backdrops are painted on
large hinged structures, and once one play is over, they are primed and
redesigned for the next production. With a tight budget, this is the most
economical and environmentally beneficial way to reuse and recycle
materials.

Members include: President Mary Welch, Vice-President- Ryan Bartholomew, Secretary- Melissa Miller, Treasurer-Kandance Stephens, Launga Anderson, Danie
Arnold, Alisha Ashley, Deborah Awoyeye, Emmanuel Awoyeye, Nicki Bailey, Andrew Bennett, Jennifer Bilow, Marilyn Bui, Candance Cosnahan, Casey Edge, Breic
Findlay, Brian Gay, Christian Grandison, Daniel Hall, Lauren Ingram, Jasmine King, Tyler Logue, Cooper Lowe, Miles Mashburn, Courtney Meeks, Brittany
Middleton, Justin Moore, Kyle Moore, Patrick Morris, Nil Patel, Kaitlyn Rountree, Chelsey Rutherford, Rocio Salazar, Kawanna Sallette, Blake Shouse, Trey
Simpson, Derek Smith, Mallory Smith, Melanie Spilman, Cealan Strickland, Tyler Sullivan, Chiquella Taylor, BJ Tucker, Calabria Turner, Jessica Webb, Mara Wynn

Every Two Seconds, a fellow American Needs Blood
The Beta Cub is a national honor society that recognizes leadership, achievement,
service, and character and encourages them in continuing their education after high
school. Students must have a GPA of 3.5 to become a member of Beta. Beta started off
this school year with a new advisor, Sara Crane, and new officers. The club is involved in
ei unity services activities, including the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

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Members Include: Erika Allen, Dustin Archer, Kristyn Archer, Marlesa Bell, Marc Bonneville, Tiffany Brown, Heather Burnett, Brooke

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ssica Hill, Dartellis Hodges, Darius Howard, Destini Jones, Rachael Jones, Heather Kaufman, Jasmine Kemp, Justin King, Brandon Middlebrooks, Marylizza Mofford, Candace Molton Dylan
1, Arishonna Perkins, William Rutledge, Caleb S Brittany Scott, Anthony Serrato, Brittany Smith, Tyundra Stanley, Jordan Steinberg, Benjamin Tarpley, Umar Taskeen, Luke
Williams, Keffany Wynn

Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA) is a national honor society for students
studying marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, sales, service, and
hospitality. This year, DECA has been on the move. Most students at
Rutland know DECA sells cookies, but they do more than that. This
year six DECA members made it to state competition. These
members had the opportunity to go to the Sports and Entertainment
Conference in Orlando, Florida for four days. Those who went got to
converse with some of the conference speakers including the Vice
President of NASCAR and the head of management of Universal
Studios.

Student Focus Group |

The Student Focus Group is Rutland's movers and 4
shakers. They area group of selected
representatives from the sophomore, junior, and
senior classes. They let Ms. Gilbert know of
concerns and new ideas that would make Rutland a
better school. Not a shy group- they must be able
to speak up and make their opinions known.
Member Breigh Findlay said, "As a group, we try to
voice the opinion of the entire student body to Ms.
Gilbert. She is always open and grateful to hear the
ideas that her students present."

Future Business Leaders ot America

Members Include: Mathew Adams, Alisha Ashley, Jason Benge, Leanna Benge, Benjamin Bevins, Taylor Bledsoe, Brooke
Collins, Bria Brown, Emily Bryan, Shawni Casteel, Ashley Crute, Algernon Davis, Lesha Dawson, Abbie Edwards,
Diamonique Ethridge, Chanteralyn Fuller, Joenelle Frye, Christian Grandison, Russell Greene, Philip Haney, Amber Harris,
Adrienne Holsey, Brittany Hughes, Alex Johnson, Jennifer McCranie, Kyle Milam, Nathan Miles, Melissa Miller, Casey
Oliver, Rebecca Powell, Jonathon Rowe, Chris Ryjkoff, Nicholas Slaton, Tramicia Smith, Austin Spires, Hunter Spivey,
Treadarius Spivey, Umar Taskeen, Chiquella Taylor, Tori Taylor, Tim Theus, Brandon Watson, Mary Welch, Ashley White,

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Members Include: Aziza Jabrai, Laugna Anderson, JacQuitta Beeks, Jeremy Greene, Kaylyn Miller, Chalandra Sallette,
Jennifer Bilow, Nakia Cummings, Sean Devenney, Luke Williams, Kenneth Maddox, Sydney Banks, Supporia Yates, Erika
Allen, Robin Collins, Tyler Logue, Kawanna Sallette, Candice Sledge, Anna Suber, Lateshia Thomas, Alexius Bonner,
Brittany Corn, Brittany Hughes

Student Council

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Eunice Waters and Patrick Williams

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Jobs tor Georgia Grads

Members Include: Launga Anderson, nicki bailey, Sydney Banks, Logan Broadnax, Brittany Brooks, Shannan Brooks, Jakari Brown, Kyline Cars well, Kalaylah
Collier, Mia Crawford, Bronco Davis, Sharonte' Davis, Jacinda Durham, Diamonique Ethridge, Alcia Fields, Raynisha Frazier, Chenterlyn Fuller, Konkeisha Glynn,

artemus gordon, Kendra Grant, Yicureia Hale, Daniel Hall, April Hargrove, Taneshia Hart, Immanuel Henderson, Atticus Hodges

Advisor: Malorie Jetterson

Members Include: Robert Bell, Monique Calhoun, Adrienne Carey, Abbie Edwards, Courtney Ellis, Natalie Farris, Clorissa Harris, Rachel Jones, Lorena Kurz, Yesenia
Magana, Tiphanie McClure, Laura Mitchell, Amber Ramirez, Laporshia Rhodes, Kaitlyn Rountree, Haley Williams, Tiaria Windham, Supporia Yates, Kallie Young

Advisor:

Members include: Kristin Archer, Tiffany Brown, mark Christmas, Brett Combs, Erika Coons, Morgan Delk, Ciara Haugabrook, Zenobia Harris, Azziza Jabari.

yler Logue, Tiphanie McClure, Mason McDaniel, Trang Ngyuen, Shannon Pinnell, Kacey Polk, Connor Snow, Anna Suber, Umar Taskeen . and Danielle Dykes

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Advisor: Brian Rubin

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Members Include: Jennifer Bilow, Brooke Davenport, Sean Deveenney, and Breyahna English

Mrs. Hill, adviser, has lots of work , but the workers are few this year. Plans include a travel theme,
With Prom scheduled much later than usual this year, there will be ample time for the whole thing to come
together.

Chess Club

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Gaming Club

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Members Include: Justin Moore, Tyler Myers, Dartellis Hodge, Chris Hill, Juan Novoa,
Loreand Novoa, Lori Whitley, Matthew Brock, Ethan Carter, and Desmari Jones
Advisor: Stacey Carpenter

Members Include: Matthew Adams, Ben Bivins, Michael payne,
Jessica Morris, Brittany Moore, Haley Williams, and Dallas Smith
Advisor: Susan Bailey

Ms. Gilbert

Principal Ms. Gilbert is in her second yea
Kutland's helm.

Establishing a legacy of accomplishments,
she has begun the School of Internationa
Studies. during this 2008-09 school year.
She can also be credited with finishing the
Senior Courtyard. Facing obstacles such
as having to add a second pernanei for
saftey and dealing with French drain issues,

she led the school in raising t ae 15,000
to pay for the work. It was indeed a sight
to see a bulldozer coming into the building

to deliver heavy bricks and stone to finalize
the project.

Seniors wait patiently for spring's warm air

and sunshine so that they can enjoy eating
lunch in the area.

Mrs. Thompson

New to Rutland, Mrs. Thomp:

organized the newly-forme
team and works first

tenth and eleventh arac

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Dr. Jones Franklin

In her second year at Rutland,
t hand with Dr. Jones-Franklin took on the
responsibility for the freshmen

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Dr. Norfleet

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Fond Farewell

Ms. Gilbert speaks at the

farewell event for the Ugandan students
in January.

First to Visit
On a rare warm January day, some
seniors strike a pose with Ms. Gilbert.

Checking ID's

Dr. Norfleet spots a student

who looks to be out of dress code. Upon
closer inspection,

however, he sees the ID.

Lunchroom Duty

Keeping students on their toes, Ms.
Jones-Franklin spends time with students
in the lunchroom. (above)

and Mrs. Thompson talks with a couple
of young men after they have finished
eating.

Andrea Aivila, Custodial

Lisa Amos, Career Technical and
Agricultural Education

Julius Awoyeye, Mathematics
Chad Averett, Physical Education
Susan Bailey, Science

Alton Barrett, Social Studies

Thomas Bates, Career-Technical
Education

Sebastian Beal, Mathematics
Paula Bennett, Media Clerk
Stacey Bennett, Career-Technical
Education

Sara Bhardwai, Science

Mary Biggs, Mathematics

Brenda Blain, Social Studies
Jacqueline Bromfield, Custodial
Barbara Brown, Career-Technical
Education

Pamela Cannon, Paraprofessional
Darlene Capista, Career-Technical
Education

Stacy Carpenter, Science

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the medium of styrofoam that was donated to the Visual Arts
department by Ms. Amos. Brittany found that the styrofoam
sculpts easily and holds tempera and acrylic paints.

Her finished piece is shown at left.

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Lee Childers, Media Specialist
Veronica Christian, English

Ron Christian, Physical Education
George Collins, Career-Technical
Education

Mia Corey, Technology Specialist
Sara Crane-Cowart, Social Studies

Marissa Cugal, Science

Brooks Dantzler, Fine Arts

Karen Davis, Technology Specialist
Jay DeGrandis, English

Anca E. Demsorean, Mathematics
Cynthia Dennis, Exceptional Children

Gunner DeWitt, Marine ROTC
Johnny Dixon, Social Studies
Jeffery Durham, Custodial

Gailtricia Fogg, Exceptional Children
Cindy Folendore, Science

Shelia Fulford, English

utland s Greenest of Green

stland's faculty practices the three K's

nould th at the greenest teachers would most likely be the
youngest teachers on the block. But after collecting our teacher surveys, we
found that two of our seasoned faculty members actually did the most to
help our environment. Both Ms. Amos and Ms. Folendore recycle rainwater
plastic and glass. When asked what being green means to them, they Say
that it means leaving our earth better than you found it. They grow some of
their own food and avoid pesticides. Ms. Amos cannot stand contributing to
landfills. She actually donates the styrofoam that our computers are
packaged in to the Fine Arts department. So why do they feel it's important
to recycle? Ms. Amos says "It's foolish not to." Ms. Folendore teaches her
biology students to avoid polluting by assigning experiments that show the
dangers of runoff in lake water. Ms. Amos and Ms. Folendore know that
everything they do is making a difference and thanks to them, our earth just
might last a little bit longer. The three R's are reduce, reuse, recycle

Christy Gay, Principal's Secretary
Gail Gilbert, Principal

Bryan Gilmore, Literature

Tina Graham, Media

Beverly Harris, Head Custodial
La Tosha Harris, Paraprofessional

Susan Hearn, Nutrition

Ana Hernandez, Foreign Language
Charles Hernandez, Fine Arts Chorus
Kimberly Hernandez, English

Alvaro Henriquez Foreign Language
Tiffany Hill, English

Cheryl Hitchcock, Graduation Coach
Kathi Jackson, Exceptional Children
Malorie Jefferson, Job for Georgia
Graduates

Doug Johnson, Physical Education
Janet Johnson, Exceptional Children
Loretta Jones, Receptionists

ew, but not so Green

We have added a few new faculty members to RHS,
but none are what you might call "green".

Here's a few facts about some of our excellent faculty additions.

Ms. Henderson (right) hails from Columbus where she taught at Harris
County Middle School. She really prefers teaching

Algebra | and Il. Her hobby is traveling- she has visited the

"Wild, Wild West of Wyoming, Idaho, and Nevada. The furthermost north she
has been is Maine.

Mrs. Graham, right below, is new to our Media Department.

She has been a great addition to the brilliant duo of Ms. Childers and Mrs. P.
Bennett. Parker Smith says that Mrs. Graham has a sweet personality and
cares for the students like a second mom.

Ms. Jukes, who attended Stratford Academy and UGA travels from
Howard High to Rutland each day to teach French students.

She says " The gas seems to leak out of my car like water, but it breaks
up my day and I really enjoy getting to know so many teachers and
students.

Her favorite French foods are cheese and tarts, and her favorite French
place is Montpellier, where she studied while in college.

"It's a college town on the beach- it doesn't get much better!"

Tony Jones, Social Studies

Barbara Jones-Franklin, Assistant
Principal

Justine Jordan, Exceptional Children
Hema Keerthi, Mathematics

David Kelly, Physical Education
Ethel Kendrick, Nutrition

Barbara Leggett-Hughes, English as
Second Language

David Meeks, Social Studies

Shannon Norfleet, Assistant Principal
Kelly O'Connor, Paraprofessional

Shirley Perry, Career-Technical Education
David Popwell, Exceptional Children

Christine Ragin, Custodial

Fred Randolph, Exceptional Children
Adrienne Ray, Mathematics

Sylvia Ray, Exceptional Children
Carol Reilly, Mathematics

Deidra Romero, English

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Rhonda Royster, Exceptional Children
Brian Rubin, Social Studies

Liz Sanders, Social Studies

Julie Scott, Science

Deborah Stanley, Paraprofessional
Beverly Stewart, Counselor

Judy Stroud, Paraprofessional
Chip Stuart, Science

Liva Taylor, Nutrition

Samantha Thompson, Assistant
Principal

Bill Tyre, Mathematics

Jaspher Valeriano, Science

Demeiko Vaughn, Mathematics
Danny Webb, Custodial

Bubba Williams, Physical Education
Wanda Windham, Nurse

Donna Wright, Exceptional Education
Clementine Wyche, Career-Technical
Education

Musketeers

Two of our male teachers have
pony tails:

Mr. Bates-Technology

Mr. Jones- Social Studies

Nurturing Nurse
Who works at both
the Middle and High

School.
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Windham do it?

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Mrs. Mr. Dixon Mr. Tidwell

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Mrs. Carpenter Mr.Omel = Mrs. Wright

Mrs. Childers Mr. Popwell = Mr. Durham

Mr. DeGrandis Mrs.Kay = Mrs. Griffin

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Ron Christian
Ronnie Christian

and last names:
(they're married!)

A Couple of Winners

Teacher of the Year Star Teacher
Mrs. Veronica Christian snonerthe foie U6,,Eorian Rubin

Answer the follwoing quesions: Who meets students for a pizza party review the night before an AP exam?

Who puts the "pep" in pep rally? Who hangs a Pirate flag outside his classroom to warn of a test?
Who keeps stats at basketball games, directs 3 student plays a year, Who has the best prevention method for shooting a BB gun near someone's
makes sure the color guard performs with precision, and keeps the face?
Cheerleaders in check? If you answered "Mr. Rubin," then you know some of the reasons why he was
If you answered "Mrs. Christian," then you know some of the reasons she nominated as Star Teacher. by Star Student Umar Taskeen.
was elected by her peers as Teacher of the Year.
She's willing to go out her way to take care of other people's needs".
Jasmine "Marshe" Flowers
She's compassionate, intelligent, and always has the right thing to say.
Jennifer Bilow

Rubin says, "I think being inquisitive, asking more than just what the question asks, always

try to go a step further, that's what separates a good student from a decent student

| think just about anybody can teach a class straight from the book and get their point across
but Rubin's technique of teaching and his use of humor really connects him with the students
better than most teachers can." "

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understand the
material by making

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methods are
unorthodox but they
work nevertheless.
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Performing Through

Ninth Grade Academy (NGA)

Katherine Adams Quantre' Adams Charles Allen Krystal Almaraz

Xavier Andrews Emmanuel Anthony

Joshua Arnett Jodeci Ashew

RI Bell Erica Billingslea

WN,

Casey Bradshaw Jake Bradshaw Tiffany Bragg Corey Brett

Freshmen strive to hear no evil, ee no evil, speak no evili as they are
being inspired ana transformed to be the best in all that they
encounter theirtreshmen year.,

Lacey Bright Logan Broadnax Ky'Andre Brooks Shedreka Brooks

NGA Admini

Mackenzie Brown Marquez Brown

Keyante Brown

Tobias Brown

Morgan Bryan

Jasmine Butler

Rhondal Carswell

Kyle Chastain

Kenny Chapman Peggy Chapman

Kelsey Burnam

strator

Jalesia Brown

Matthias Brown

Degarrius Burney

Caleb Callaway

Ariel Childs

, Ms. Jone

The graduating class of 2012
Rutland High School's Ninth G
Academy is to place students

s-Franklin

is the first to enter the newly formed

rade Academy (NGA).The purpose of the
in small learning communities, where they

can adjust to the challenges of high school, reduce failure, and improve

student achievement. In prepa

ration for the academy, half of the first
y

floor of the academic hall was set apart for 9th grade faculty and

students. Students stay inth

area for all core classes and travel

outside the hall to elective classes and of course, lunch. Ninth grade is the

foundation of high school, and
relationships. The NGA Admir

it must be relevant, rigorous, and built on
istrator is Ms. Jones-Franklin, and she is

proud to be apart of this new tradition. When asked about her new

osition here at Rutland Ms. J

ones-Franklin said, "My position affords me

the opportunity to work with the best and brightest students in Bibb

County. My primary responsib

ilities include implementing and supervising

the Ninth Grade Academy, cor

ducting quarterly meetings with ninth

grade parents, communicating with ninth grade teachers, assisting
appropriate instructional personnel in implementing Georgia Performance

Standards, and administering
students. According to resea

discipline/support to the ninth grade
rch, ninth grade is the most difficult

transition in education, and the NGA provides additional academic help to
ensure success for all students. In the future, it will be interesting to see
the results of this radical change at Rutland High School.

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most fair tests, most knowledgeable, and best sensei
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> Their choices are recorded in the next few pages. We
hope the new Freshmen Academy is successful and
that the over 400 members of the Class of 2012
enjoys this Specially prepared section of the
yearbook.

" Weighing In" on NGA

[really don't like the fact that
we're separated from the upper
classmen. We're already coming
into the school new, 50 it would be
better to let us blend in."

Josh Arnett

Courtney Childs Mark Christmas Adam Clance Ormonda Clark

Erika Coons Logan Cooper

Ws ok, | wanted to be mixed with the
other grades but some freshmen

arentready ormatureenough tobe
mixed with everyone else." ' Zach Cox L Michon Craig L Mickel Craig

Destinee Potters

It'S real good,|was hoping toitto Bravdon Crosby
be mixed up but | like the Freshmen
Academy better because It's just
class for us Freshmen, it makes us
feel very important.
Jessica Rainey

Maddison Daniels Zonesha Davis Brandon Davison

Johnathan La'Trell Devereux Shilea Drummer
Denmark

Riarus Dudley

Derrick Edwards

The votes are in: Mrs. Cugal
received the honor of being voted
"most knowledgeable". teacher in
the NGA. Having taught at RHS for
Crieghton Faulks John Ferry Kimberly Fincher two years.she is also one of our
international teachers. Mrs. Cugal
teaches biology, a class that many
find difficult. Freshman Lester
Moss, says that Mrs. Cugal is his

favorite teacher "because she

offers to spend extra time ona

subject not everyone understands

Danielle Finney Canisha Foreman Johnny Fort

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Sarah Foster Tajamiian Foster Ferrell Francis Angela Franklin

In Loving Memory of our Classmate

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Sad dam Fraser Raynisha Frazier Stephen Freeman Chad Glover Hodges Glover Antwaun Glynn
Joseph Gooch Artemus Gordon Michael Green Lester Guillory Jonathan Hall
Andrew Harris Zenobia Harris Joseph Harrison Ciara Haugabrook Christopher

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Ronnie Hiley Kaitlyn Hill Kenneth Hill Kristen Hill Michael Hill Michael Hodges

Immanuel Camilla Herndon Carmen Herrera
Henderson

Danielle Hogges Rebecca Holder Davin Holland Joshua Hooker Taylor Hopper Jerod Horn

D'Arius Hicks

Jaimee Hogan

Cody Horne

Tori Hortman

Jessie Hughes

Megan Johnson

Brittany Kay

Briana Howard

Justin Hunnicutt

Jessica Jackson

De'Terrius Jones

Yvetta King

A\esa Beth Somers

Tiffany Howard Kaley Hudson

Tyler Hunnicutt

Krystal Jackson Melvin Jackson

Jermel Jordan James Kaufman

Jessica Knighten Michael Kornegay

It seems everybody knew Alesa and thought a lot of her. Her friend
Samantha Viator says that "Alesa was a very outgoing girl-always
happy and cheerful. She could always bring a smile to your face.
Casey Bradshaw said that "Alesa was a wonderful singer and was
good at dancing. She loved acting".

Many people commented that Alesa could always bring a smile to
your face. She was friends with everybody, said Casey and she
smiled a whole lot.

Mr. Hernandez recalled that Alesa sang first soprano in the
Women's Chorus. Even though there is a strict no-gum rule in
chorus, Alesa managed to sneak gum in during practice several
times! He said that she was always cheerful and bubbly.
Alesa cheered for Rutland Middle School and made the senior high
school squad her freshmen year at Rutland High School. She was
very active in Liberty United Methodist Church, and sang in the
Youth choir there.

Our memory of Homecoming Week will always remind us of Ales' great
smile and her exuberance for life. It is good to have this happy
reminder of her as a classmate, a student and a friend.

Alesa Beth Somers
1994-2008
"A heart that is gone is
never forgotten"

Ms. Folendore

Freshmen Favorite

The ninth grade voted and the

ballots are in.

The winner of ninth grade teacher

superlative for "best explains so |

can understand and remember",

is Mrs. Folendore! Mrs.

Folendore has been a teacher at

Rutland high school for 4 years , . , -
and has taught about 1,000 Matthew Linderman Kelsey Lindsey Asa Logue Jayro Lucas
plus freshman over the course of

her career, She teaches AP

Biology, Intermediate Biology,

Honors Biology, Gifted Biology,

Gifted Chemistry,

think | received this nomination

because | go out of my way , like

others ,and help those students

who want to know more.

-Ms. Foledore

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Shakira Manuel Jessica Marlow Marquez Martin Carly Matthews

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Best at Explaining and Helping us Retain Intormation

Kemontay McNair

Brandon Mock

Jessica Morris

John Muniz

Chasity Osborne

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Brandon Pitts

Travis McNeal

Craig Moncrief

Trevis Morris

Garrett oy

Dana Padgett

Brian Pleasant

Hannah Merritt

Brian Moore

Lester Moss

Ra'Kela Newbill

Jeri-El Parker

Keshona Pleasant

Chad Mims

Brittney Moore

Kortney Moye

John Norrell

Joshua Parks

Brandon Plyler

Keshanah Mims

Shabrika Moore

Terry Mullins

Haley Nutt

Edward Pence

Andre Poole

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Devin Mitchell

Gregory Mobley

Summer Moore Shunquita Morgan

Jared Mullis Jared Mullis

Kyle Odom Hannah O'Neal

Kaley Peterman

Destinee Potters Carl Pounds

Mr. Tidwell: Most Understanding/Kind

Mr. Tidwell was voted
Most Kind and
Understanding. Mr.
Tidwell has been teaching
at Rutland for all the 6
years it has been open and
is one of the few teachers
that is still at Rutland. He
has taught more than 300
plus freshamn since he has Brittany Powel Shakirah Pringle Hunter Pruett Sierra Pryor
been at Rutland and is

Freshmen Favorites

currently teaching (th
grade english classes. Mr.
Tidwell was voted Most
Kind and Understanding
becasue he says," I try to
relate to my students as
much as possible so that
they become my friends

Brianna Purnell Heartly Purvis Jessica Rainey Kristin Raleigh
not my enemies."

Marcelino Ramirez Tori Ramirez Bryan Reeves Conya Reeves

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Paul Salazar Brenney Scott Danielle Scruggs Haley Shelar

Bobby Slocumb Amber Smith

Lamisha Smith Skyla Smith

Ahji Standifer Stephon Stanley Amber Statham Demarcus
Stephens

5, Hernandez: Most Interesting Teaching Style

Dylan Stiles

Freshmen Favorites

Miss Kim Hernandez
recieved the freshmen
superlative selection for
having the most
interesting teaching style.
This is her first year at
Rutland in the role of
full-time instructor, but
she spent '08 spring
semester doing her
student teaching under
Mr. DeGrandis last year.
Ninth grade students
said: She always kept our
attention with interesting
assignments and topics. -
Jessica M. Rainey. "She .
never gives up on anyone,
she has a good attitude.
She explains everything
with good examples so
we can understand. "

- Logan Broadnax

"She uses examples we
can visualize in out heads
for vocabulary using
students ' traits to show
us what words mean.
That helps us remember
the meanings of the new
words."

-Xavier Pearson

Tyran Thomas Marvin Thompson

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Linsey Turner Ashley Underwood Kaley Vivas Allen Walker

Most Cane Spirit:Mrs. Christian

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Sadarien Walker Sherrell Walker

Freshmen Favorites

Shajuan Watts Robynne Whisby Ashley White Jorci Whitehead Who has CANE SPIRIT?
Mrs. Christian does! She
has taught English and
Drama at Rutland for the
last four years. She
keeps stats at
basketball games, and
even sings the National
Pb Anthem. She is the
Achante' Williams Jace Williams Justin Williams Kira Williams = _ faculty sponsor for both
Color Guard and
Cheerleaders. Sheisa
makeup expert- the Color
Guard and Drama
Students sport the most
innovative and up-to-
date techniques. years
Mrs. C. calculated that
she has taught 800 plus
freshman while here at
Rutland.
Mrs. Christian was voted
most Cane Spirit
becasue she goes all out
for spirit week and
attends most sports
events. Freshman,
+ Zenobia Harris says,"
Kayla Yester Devon'Te Young Zyeia Ziegler : Mrs. Christian has a lot
of energy and is fun to be
around."

Robert Williams Cameron Willis

Miserable Weather and Large Numbers Cause Early Morning Headache

Freshmen Group Photo Poses Challenges

The group photo for all 400 of our
ninth graders was originally scheduled
for October 3rd ,but unfortunately the
photographer became too ill to come.
The photo was rescheduled for
December 11th.

The new date dawned cold and windy.
Freshmen were called to the atrium
and instructed to get into smaller
groups in ABC order.

Mrs. Barfield and a few of our yearbook
staff along with the help of most of the
ninth grade teachers, finally managed
to complete the near impossible task
of getting a picture of Rutland's
freshman class and first group of ninth
graders to be placed in the ninth grade
academy. These pages will take you
through the difficult task of achieving a
decent group shot.

Mission Impossible
accomplished! After
much movement and
aggravation most of
the freshmen
cooperate long enough
to get a decent shot
and return to the
building.
The larger the crowd, the

The first few freshmen emerge louder! Ms. Folendore and

from the warm atrium and are other faculty members

shown where to stand by a instruct the students to

member of THE EYE staff, Erika move closer to the
Allen. cameraman.

With chapped lips and
freezing fingers and toes,
we finally retreat into the
warmth of the building

and return to class

Last minute adjustments
Everyone face forward,
look up!

Every morning Rutland students
spend much time and effort
getting our hair just right. To
avoid a bad hair day we use
grooming gels, sprays, and
cremes to get "the look".
Little did we realize there are
carcinogenic chemicals in the hair
dyes and shampoos we use. What
are carcinogenic chemicals you
ask? Carcinogenic chemicals are Charmecia Launga
Anderson Anderson
considered to be any substance
that causes cancer. These
chemicals can lead to cancer and
other serious side effects.

Alisha Ashley

Andrew Casas says,"| wash my

hair and sometimes straighten it".

Brooke Austin Hector Avila Jesulayomi Jesutofunmi
Awoyeye Awoyeye

Eleanor Barbee

"| get haircuts every other week",
Alex Gary.

FY!

"Straighten"- to get
this look you use a flat
iron and slowly start from
the root of your hair to
the ends and release the Jacquitta Beeks Kevin Bennett Dale Benson Darius Bentley

grip.

Hanna Bragg

Raven Brown

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Andrew Casas

Jose Chavez-
Suarez

Cassandra Ashleigh
Bishop Bordonaro

Bria Brown Jaleel Brown

Shaniqua Burney

Jeremy Derrick Chappell
Chambers

Larry Cole Alexis Collins

Cory Combs

Gavin Franklin, brushes his hair
and uses wave grease.

Kayla Mattingly & Brooke Austin
wash their hair daily and

straighten it from time to time.

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Launga Amerson,"| wash my hair every
other week and wrap it."

FYI

"Wave Grease"-For students who
have low-cut hair, a method of
"Wrap"- To comb your hair around
your head completely, cover it with
ascarf, combing it out the next
morning.

a from time to time has

used the 5 Second rule. You
Know - something drops on the floor,
you pick it up, blow it off and eat it.
Some Rutland students cringe and
say eeew" but most others
admitted to giving in to the
temptation at some time or other. In
the October issue of Parade
Magazine, scientists say it's usually
okay unless is it a
semi-solid food. like jello or ice cream

Candace Christopher
Cosnahan Crooms

Jessica Crowley Aryan Dahbashi

"| think it's okay if you're at home
but not at school"

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Terry Danielly Dominikue

Devero

Eleanor Barbee said,"No, because
it's nasty and you can get sick".

Timothy
Ellington

Courtney Ellis Anthony Epps Mercedes
Etheridge

Paris Evans

said,"Sometimes if it's hard candy".
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.....Or Not?

Quintavious Joshua Fambro Shawnteria
Everett Finney

Franchester Tori Fountain Gavin Franklin
Flowers

5 Seconds

Justin Armstrong said, "Yea, if
it's been there less than 5
David Gary seconds."

Dante Gastin

"It depends on what it is, yea if it's
something good."Darius Bentley

Ricky Goodwin Latroya Goslee Christian Keirra Green
Grandison

Every year Spirit Week has become
more inventive and ,well, more
spirited! The week ushers in
Homecoming and is a good
opportunity for our students to
show their school pride. A high
percentage of Sophomores dressed
for each day, brought canned goods,
and attended our Fall Festival. The
festival /pep rally was a first for

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Quiosha
Guyton

Katie Holt and Audrey Mason participating in
Twins Day!

John Harvey

Miriam Herrera

Briana Bishop painted John Birfields face in a

totally unique design. on Friday for Spirit Day. Sha'Asia Hill
He admitted it "kinda hurt all day" and that he

"rally had to scrub hard'to get it all off that

evening.

David Hawkins

Josset Hicks

Vereza Hill

Dorian Gunter

Daniel Hall

Michael Hinson

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competition. Lots of orange and green
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finally proven to be worth it after all. All the late night studying and giving
up weekends has paid off for Tyler Sullivan, Valedictorian and Umar
Taskeen, Salutatorian.

Ever pictured yourself in cap and gown at graduation, stepping up to the
microphone, and delivering an inspiring speech recorded on numerous
camcorders and memories of fellow graduates? For Tyler Sullivan and

| Umar Taskeen this dream is a reality. They have worked towards this goal
with every novel read, each homework assignment turned in on time, and
every research project edited and reedited for perfection.
The valedictorian is the student with the highest rank in his or her
graduating class who gives the valedictory speech. Valedictorian Tyler
Sullivan says, "It feels good to know that all my hard work has finally paid
off. I'm very happy to be number one in my class. It's an awesome

| feeling." He also says to the upcoming students who aim for this honor
"Do all of your work, its not always about being the smartest, it's the
amount of effort you put into your schoolwork."
The salutatorian is the student with the second highest rank in his or her
graduating class who gives the salutatory speech. Umar Taskeen says,
"I'm proud of myself for reaching this title. When first found out, | was
excited but disappointed by coming so close to being Valedictorian." He
advises the upcoming students to"Pay attention, do your work, and you'll
be fine.".

Tyler and Umar are hardworking, dedicated students who deserve the
honor , recognition, and scholarships that accompany this acheivement..

Selected Seniors

These twelve students were voted to be the best of the
best of the senior class by faculty and staff. Criteria was:
exemplary character, contributions to Rutland school
community, and school pride.

This is a great honor, it is good to remember that people
take notice of the students who'give it their all" .

"Michael Amerson has the voice
of an angel and a heart of pure
gold."

-Mrs. Childers

"Kendra is a great young woman
with a talent that lets her
shine. She never gives up and
puts heart into everything she
does."

-Mrs. Hill

"Jessica has never allowed her
character to be compromised.
She always does the right
thing."

-Mr. Hernandez

"Maurice has a smile that lights
up the room."
-Mrs. Childers

"Chris is always focused and a
very good leader."
-Mr. Reynolds

"Beth has a wonderful
amount of talent and tenacity. |
When her artwork was
destroyed for the Kiwanis art
exhibit, she redrew the piece in
two days, and won first place.

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"Kawanna always puts others
before herself."
-Mr. Barrett

"Lance is a dedicated, talented
young man, in band and school."
-Mr. Matthews

"Tyler has always been polite
and thoughtful. He is so smart
and talented. He definitely
makes Rutland a better place."

-Mrs. Graham

"Tyundra has always been
avery kind and respectful
young lady. She always has a
smile for everyone she meets."

-Mrs. P. Bennett

Kawanna Sallette Tyundra Stanley

The STAR student is the
achiever of the highest ranking
score of all seniors on the
SAT

Umar is a unique and smart
individual, and Mr. Rubin had
this to say about him Umar
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humor.He constantly makes
puns and sees information on
a whole different level..His
project work is very creative
and outside the box. You just
have to step back and look at
it. His answers are right, and

his delivery is unique.

"He is one of the most
dedicated students I have had
the pleasure to teach."

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Star Student:

Umar Taskeen
Star Teacher: Mr. Rubin

Matthew Adams
Latia Alexander
Erika Allen
Michael Amerson
Dustyn Archer
Gabrielle Balkcom

Joey Ballum
Bethani Banks
Dwayne Bawn
Marlesa Bell
Jason Benge
Leanna Benge

Taylor Bledsoe
Symone Bond
Alexius Bonner
Marc Bonneville
Tiffany Brown
Emily Bryan

Heather Burnett
Kyline Carswell
Adrienne Cary
Shawni Casteel
Brooke Chester
Samantha Chubbuck

Turning 18 means a big step: changing from a child into an adult. Added
opportunities open new doors for young Americans-the most important being the
responsibility of voting.

Many Rutland students voted in this historic election.

Others used the chance to join the armed forces and even get a tattoo or two.

glad | finally get to vote this year
and make a difference in the
world".

Symone Williams said, "Voting
makes me feel more involved as an
American citizen"

Here are a few seniors who took time to vote for the 2008 presidential election
and choose to make a difference in our nation's future.

Michelle Collier
Janai Collins
Robin Collins
Taylor Collins
Brett Combs

Delaney Connell

Brittany Corn
Tiffani Couch
Geordi Couto
Heather Crammer
Kelly Crooms
Richard Crosby

Tiffany Crowell
Nicholas Crumpton
Shawna Dauber
Algernon Davis
Bronco Davis
Noelle Davis

Sharonte Davis
Maurice Davison
lesha Dawson
Kacey Deen
Morgan Delk
Aaron Doster

We spend our first 17 years
looking forward to turning 18.
We envision this magic number

to be ultimate freedom and a

huge step into adult hood.

New choices entice us.

Many young adults chose body
piercings and tattoos.

Most of the tattoos or
piercings have significance,
others don't. Let's not lie-
some of us do it just
because we can. A good
number of the class of 2009 at
Rutland participates in this
eighteen ritual". Some of our
students are all for it and
others carefully contemplate
the future with a permanent
skull tattoo on aging 7O-
something skin..

Michael Doster
Sheara Drummer
Tony Dupree
Jacinda Durham
Kristen Dykes
Abbie Edwards

Diamonique Etheridge
Christopher Evans
Candice Feagin
Jasmine Flowers
Virginia Floyd

Taria Fountain

Dustin Frank
Chenteralyn Fuller
Cristobal Gomez
Kendra Grant
Brittany Green
Thomas Groves

Paul Guillory
Phillip Haney
Amber Harris
Melvin Harris
Bryant Harrison
Ashley Hart

Chelsea Tucker got her tattoo in honor of her father
who died in 2005. (initials and stars tattoo
Michelle Collier (pictured below) is a 17 year old
senior but is planning to get her tattoo soon after
her 1 8th birthday
Ricky Lester (pictured on left page) says the reason
for his tattoo is because, "I'm a chart toppin, all-
american, rock-a-billy man and no other tattoo can

compare.

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Julius Hawkins

Courtney Henderson
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Caitlin Horne
Amber Hudson
Brittany Hughes
Zachary Jacobs
William Johnson
Jessica Jones

Rachael Jones
Alex King

Dustin Lanier
Cynthia Lara
Kenneth Lawrence
Ricky Lester

Andrew Lewis
Marcus Ligon
Rafael Linfernal
Stephen Lober
Lilith Logan
Tyler Logue

And Going Somewhere

Many choices are avaliable to our
graduting seniors. Some are choosing to
go into the military while others are taking
the traditional route of going to college
Carlton Swayne has chosen to enter into
he Air Force. Carlos bls has decided
that he will attend college for four years

and then join the Marine

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Abbie Edwards has aa accepted to
multiple schools with holarships in
gymnastics. Brittany Scott is thrilled to
be an upcoming freshmen at Alb any State.
Not everyone knows what they want to do
when they grow up, and are anxious about
which road to take..

One thing's for certain, they all will walk
out of the doors of Rutland High school in
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Deshonvaris Lundy
Elizabeth Marquez
Courtney Martin
Paizley Matlock
William Matthews

Caleb Mays

Tiphanie McClure
Jennifer McCranie
Brandon Middlebrooks
Stephen Milam
Nathaniel Miles

Therone Millender
Kyle Moore

Jessy Mullins
Ashleigh Mullis
Trang Nguyen
Brittany Nipper

Casey Oliver
Shanditra Parker
Matthew Payne
Marvin Phillips
Carlos Pitts
Kacy Polk

Above: Abbie Edwards and Brittany Scott
Left: College bound Tyler Logue, Umar Taskeen,
Chris Gomez, Lilith Logan, Rachel Jones, and
Tiphane McClure

Opposite page far left: Carlton Swayne
Opposite page top : Carlos Pitts

Rebecca Powell
Jocelaine Presen Dieu
Andrew Preston
Ebony Purcell

Gary Purvis

Aldrich Raines

Jasmine Roberts
Dondre Rome
Jonathon Rowe
Sydni Russell
William Rutledge
Christopher Ryjkoff

Kawanna Sallette
Ladonya Sams
Stuart Sanders
Steven Sanford

Caleb Scarborough
Steven Serfoss

Serika Skeete
Nicholas Slaton
Candice Sledge

Brittany Smith

Dallas Smith

Marcus Smith

unny Senior Moments at RHS

In high school you have many experiences;
some embarrassing and maybe even a few
that make you "roll on the floor laughing".

Your funniest experiences in high school
will last a lifetime while the most

embarrassing fade away. You start from
tripping up the stairs and end up laughing

about it on the way down. When high
school first starts, everything you do is

embarrasing. Then you learn that it's not

about worrying if you will make a fool of
yourself but what you can do to make it
into a good time.

High school doesn't last forever so just
forget about how embarrassing it can be
and make it worth living! A few of the
seniors here at Rutland live for making
high school the greatest time of their
lives. Everything they do is a "roll on the
floor laughing" experience. Your junior and
senior year is when you realize that it
won't be long until you're thrown out into
the real world where being serious is
required. So laugh it up and enjoy it while
you can.

During spirit week they were playing
music in the lunchroom . One day |
started dancing on the lunch table,
having a good time, and this boy got on
the table and started dancing too and he
went to jump off the table and it split
half!

It was so funny!

-Kendra Grant (KG)

| was walking down the hallway and went
to open the door and when | did |
accidentally hit Mr. Morris. He looked so
serious and | was scared but then he just
started laughing

Cornell Thomas

On the way back from a wrestling match
a couple years ago, a group of wrestlers
on the bus decided to show their best

side to the car behind them... the person

driving the car turned out to be the

assistant principal Dr. Malone!

-Sam Stokes

Everyone was on their way to 3rd block,
and | was out by the trailers and these 2
guys were throwing a tennis ball across
the breezeway and it hit this poor girl in
the head. Everyone was cracking up! |
was Still laughing 5 minutes into class
Thankfully the girl was ok...we think!"
-Delaney Connell

Terrell Smith
Yashica Smith
Austin Spires
Treadarius Spivey
Joseph Stainbrook
Tyundra Stanley

Kandace Stephens
Samuel Stokes
Anna Suber
Nathaniel Suddeth
Tyler Sullivan

Seth Sutton

Carlton Swayne
Umar Taskeen
Chiquella Taylor
Victoria Taylor
Timothy Theus
Cornell Thomas

Lance Troutman
Brittany Tucker
Chelsea Tucker
Toni Vaughn
Samantha Viator
Stanley Walker

One day in class, Mr. Rubin took up

Jamel Hickey's phone and he put it in his
pocket, so i started texting and calling

t. Every time it went off Mr. Rubin

would pull it out of his pocket and just

look at it. | did it so many times. It was

funny
Jeremy Chatfield

Brandon Watson
Jakuria Watts
Jessica Webb

Ormaine White

Deanna Williams

Elizabeth Wilson

Roxy Wilson
Larry Windham
Brandon Wood

Ashley Woodson
Matthew Worthy

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Kelly,
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Just yesterday, you started pre-k. Now, you will begin a new journey in your life.
But, we are sure that whatever you choose to do, you will succeed. We hope that
you will remember your school years with a smile on your face. | know we will. We
wish you nothing but peace and hapiness. We love you with all our hearts.

The Lord is my shepherd, | shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he
leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake. Even though | walk through the valley of the shadow of death, | will fear
no evil for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table

before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows

mam Ourely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and | will dwell in the house of

the Lord forever." --Psalm 23

Love,
Mom, Dad, Chris, Brandon, Sarah, Grandmother, Grandaddy, Granny, and
Grandpa

Jennifer McCranie

To Our Princess - Bug, Thithy and Auntie "J

Oh how time flies...and you have grown into such a beautiful young lady
From playing in the mud...to whooping up on the little boys...taking your
clothes off as a 4 year old and running through the yard...to taking our
breath away in a pageant or on the sidelines as a cheerleader. We stand
50 proud to be your family...cheering you on!
Always remember..."You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you

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joy, and luck in your future. May all your
dreams come true. We love you!

Love,

Grandaddy and Grandma Davis, Uncle Ron,
Aunt Wanda, Chad and RJ

We have watched you grow up and it has gone
by to fast. We are all proud of you and the
wonderful person you have turned out to be.
We wish you good luck and hope you continue
to be the best at everything you do.
Congratulations! We love you very much!

Mama, Ansley, Grandma, Aunt Elizabeth and
Austin

Marlesa Bell

It took a lot of work,
Time, and persistence, too,
To achieve the important goal
That you set out to do.
That effort now pays off,
The world now offers more
To you, new graduate,

It opens a special door.
Congradulations Marlesa,
You did it all; you made it through.
You took your first step toward success,

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your own person. You are 50 very special. It
always makes us proud to say "you are ours.
May God bless you as you take another big step
in your life, and in his hands you safely abide.

All of our love,
Family and Max

"For | know the plans | have for you", declares
the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm

you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11

Samantha Viator

Samantha (SAM),
You are an awesome daughter and sister.
We are so proud of you.
You Rock!!!
Love,

Mom, Dad, and Jacob

Kacey Deen

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Mom

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approved a $700 billion
plan to rescue Wall Street

Housing Crisis
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tatus in 2008. With the rise

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response to months of retail

sales decline, home foreclosures

and record drops in the stock

market (dropping 777 points on
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foreclosure. Nationwide

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Energy Independence
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to lift the almost

commuters concerned about record gas
prices, drivers traded their cars for bikes
The Federal Highway Administration
reported that Americans drove 9.6 billion
fewer miles over the previous year. With
consumers buying fewer cars, the big
three American automakers felt the pinch
Seeking relief, they asked for and received
a $13.4 billion piece of the federal
bailout originally intended for Wall Street

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coastal and
inland areas
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preparation for Hurricane Ike, which
turned out to be the third most destructive
hurricane ever to hit the U.S. The early
evacuation efforts (put in place after
Hurricane Katrina) undoubtedly saved
thousands of lives

Cleared for Takeoff

It's officialDelta bought Northwest
Airlines for $3.1 billion, creating the worlds
largest airline. The combined new airline
now serves more than 390 destinations in
67 countries. It is expected to generate
about $35 billion in yearly revenue and
employ 75,000 people

20-year ban
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operations. The

high price of
crude oil as
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Crisis in Gaza
The long-standing conflict in Gaza
rose to war when hundreds of
civilians lost their lives and thousands
were injured in airstrikes and mortar
shell attacks waged separately by the
Israeli military and Hamas militant
groups. Hamas is listed as a terrorist
organization by the U.S. and many
other Western nations. In January 2009,

Israel withdrew its troops and the Hamas groups declared a
cease-fire, ending the three-week war; however tensions between
the two sides remain high

Obama Elected 44 President

In a historic moment, 47-year-old Barack Obama, a freshman

senator from Illinois, became Americas first African-American

president. In addition to shattering 200 years of history, he

became the fifth youngest president ever when he was sworn in
to office on January 20, 2009. In his inauguration speech,
President Obama delivered a message of bipartisan hope and

expectation to a crowd of over one million people in Washington
D.C. and to millions more via television and the Internet.

U.S. Troops

After more than five years of war, plans to
reduce the presence of U.S. troops in Iraq
were moved forward. A new agreement
between U.S. and Iraqi officials was ratified,
outlining the withdrawal of U.S. troops by
2011. At the same time, in Afghanistan there
were 31,000 U.S. troops, and that number is
expected to double in 2009

Winning against Cancer
New diagnoses and deaths from cancer both
fell for the first time in the U.S. according to
the National Cancer Institutes 2008 report
The overall death rates fell for the most
common cancers, dropping .08 percent
annually from 1999 to 2005 for both men
and women. While overall cancer rates
decreased, lung cancer remains a concern in
the Midwest and the South. Both areas have
yet to adopt anti-smoking laws that ban
smoking in public places or to increase taxes
on cigarettes

Cease Fire

following a short yet destabilizing
conflict, the governments of Georgia
and Russia signed a U.S. brokered
cease-fire, which required all Russian
troops to withdraw to their pre
invasion positions. The invasion was in
response to Georgian Suppression of
Russian supported separatist rebels in
the breakaway region of South Ossetia

Prepared for Landing
In January 2009, US Airways Pilot
C.B. Sully Sullenberger prepared for
impact less than 90 seconds after
taking off from LaGuardia
International Airport in New York, as
Flight 1549's engines went out after
hitting a flock of birds. The pilot
decided the safest place to land was
in the icy waters of the Hudson
River. Pilot Sullenbergers skill and
quick response saved the lives of all
155 passengers.

Earthquake Rocks China

A 7.9 magnitude earthquake rocked southwest

China leaving 4.8 million people homeless. More

than 60,000 people were injured while over
20,000 people lost their lives. To help rebuild
the livelihoods, schools and basic services the
area needs, several United Nations agencies
have set up continuing operations in China.

$50 Billion Fraud

The former chairman of the Nasdaq Stock
Market, Bernard Madoff, was charged with
running a $50 billion Ponzi scheme, in
one of the biggest fraud cases in history
Madoff could face 20 years in prison and
a $5 million fine if convicted. Madoff's
actions may have cost some of the largest
financial firms in the world hundreds of
millions of dollars each

Adventurer to the End
Almost 13 months after adventurer Steve
Fossett disappeared in a single-engine

; plane over Nevada and a year to the day
, Since the search was called off, hikers

found his airplane and remains in the
Sierra Nevada Mountains. Fosset holds
many world records including being the
first person to fly solo nonstop around the
world in a hot air balloon.

Mumbai Targeted
Over three days in November,
Indias city of Mumbai was
attacked by terrorists, allegedly
backed by a Pakistani-based
Islamic militant group. Over 160
people lost their lives in the
planned attack which targeted
Indias financial center

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during the 2008 presidential election

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Alaskan Governor Sarah
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After three decades of exemplary service as the first ,
aircraft in history to successfully make use of stealth 2
technology, the F-I17 Nighthawk was retired at a private
military ceremony. The Stealth gained notoriety through

now famous camera footage of its precision performance in
Desert Storm in the early 1990s.

Myanmar

Devastation

A massive cycone hit

the small country of

Myanmar in May

2008, tallying an

eventual death toll

of over 100,000

people. The military

government of

Myanmar initially refused

foreign aid and asserted

that it could handle all relief

and rescue efforts. According to
International Red Cross reports, the lack of immediate international
support most likely cost thousands of lives.

Voters turned out in
record numbers with over
133 million Americans
showing up at the polls.
Social networking websites
like YouTube, MySpace and
Facebook played a major
role in yielding the highest
turnout in 40 years.

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President Obamas
inauguration was visible from space.
Satellite images showed the record-
breaking 1.8 million people gathered
on the National Mall in Washington,
D.C. to be a part of the historic
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Killys, a 70-pound pit bull, went for a joy ride that started and

ended at an Oklahoma car wash when he was left alone in a car

and accidentally slipped it into reverse. After crossing the highway
and hitting a curb, the car turned and circled back to the car wash
The dog couldn't quite reach the brakes and crashed into the side of
the building. No one was injured and the police officer on the scene let

the bewildered dog off with a warning.

Medal of Honor

Amy Master Sgt. Woodrow Woody
Keeble was awarded the Medal of
Honor nearly 26 years after his death
for his heroic efforts during the Korean
War. Keeble was the first full-blooded
Sioux Indian to receive the honor and
the 10th person to receive the medal
from President Bush. Keebles family,
fellow soldiers, tribal members and four
5. senators lobbied for years to
approve the nomination

Extreme Thin Outlawed
French lawmakers presented a bill banning

the glamorization of extreme thinness. The bill

recommends fines of up to $71,000 and

three years in prison for people or businesses

that promote extreme thinness. If the bill
passes, the law would be the strongest of its
kind anywhere in the world.

Hands On

The American Heart Association announced
that the hands on CPR method works
just as well as the mouth-to-mouth
technique in most cases of cardiac arrest
The announcement will hopefully
encourage hesitant bystanders to step
forward to provide life-saving CPR in
critical situations

Fishy Business

Beth Nudelman quickly notified
officials of their mistake when she
received voter registration material for
her deceased goldfish, Princess. The
paperwork sent to Princess
Nudelman likely came from the
Womens Voices, Women Vote project,
which sent nearly | million mailings
to Illinois households using a list that
mistakenly included pets.

Smoking Genes
Scientists identified genetic
variations that raise the
risk of lung cancer in
smokers. The research also
revealed evidence to suggest
that these variations could
make carriers more addicted
to tobacco.

Russian Blue Wins
A |.5-year-old Russian Blue cat
named Blade Runner won Best in
Show at the CFA-lams Cat
Championship in New York. Over
248 cats in 41 breeds competed
for various honors throughout
the event. Blade Runner

became the first Russian Blue

to win the title

Economic
Ues & Downs

With the economy in turmoil,
unemployment rose to 7.2%.

More than 2.6 million jobs were
lost in 2008, the highest number
since World War II

Starbucks, the reigning king
of coffee, announced that it
~ would close 600 stores.
With increased competition
~ from McDonalds and
Americans making financial
sacrifices, the coffee chain faced an
uncertain future.

Warm the Heart

A recent study suggests that people view others more
positively when they're holding something warm, like a cup
of coffee or cocoa. The experimenters suggest that the
connection between heat and emotion is a result of early

associations in childhood.
Despite economic instability,

Google chose to keep
employee perks, like ping
pong and free lunches, as
other companies slashed

costs and benefits. Google

Maintains that their
laid-back atmosphere leads
to devoted and focused
employees.

Pirates Hijack Tankers

In the largest modern-day case of piracy on the high seas,
pirates seized a massive Saudi-owned oil supertanker loaded with
crude oil and carrying 25 crew

members off the Kenyan

coast. The hijacking was

one of several

attacks this year by

Somali pirates

seeking ransoms,

After taking over

the vessel, the

pirates took it to

a Somali port that

has become a

haven for bandits and

seized ships.

Many teens were not troubled by the
economic crisis. In a survey of 769
high school students, 8 percent owned
an iPhone and 22 percent expected to
buy one in the next six months.

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Earth Invades Mars

Usually we think of Martians invading Earth but
it looks like Earthlings will make contact first, Jn
May 2008, NASA's Phoenix Lander arrived on
Mars and for the first time discovered ice on the

Teens Take Title Bird, lldenien
A high school team from Mater Dei
High School in Evansville, Indiana
beat out students from 23 universities
to take the Shell Eco-marathon grand
prize for designing, building and
driving a vehicle that went the farthest
distance using the least amount of fue!
The three-wheeled combustion engine car
achieved an amazing 2,843.4 miles per gallon
The students won $10,000 for their invention

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planet, the platypus, has a

ducks bill, mammal fur and snake-like venom. Scientists
mapped its genetic makeup, which indicates that this
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threebird, mammal and reptile

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Run Green

Did you know that a running shoe can last : :

1,000 years in a landfill? Brooks has Ancient Sea Creature Discovered

designed a shoe that reduces your carbon A new group of plesiosaurs, a reptile species that swam

footprintiterally. The shoe features a new : goss - in ancient seas, was discovered in North America. The

kind of midsole called BioMoGo, which AA aie > ; plesiosaurs roamed during the Jurassic and Cretaceous

degrades 50 times faster than a standard = y periodsabout 65-205 million years ago. This find

running shoe. Brooks estimates that its green represents one of the oldest and most complete

footwear will reduce 30 million pounds of landfill skeletons of a prehistoric aquatic reptile ever discovered

waste over a 20-year period. a in North America

Farms of the Future Sustainable Dave
In the future, farms could rise straight into the Cameraman Dave Chameides embarked on a study to reduce
air resembling skyscrapers instead of sprawling : a waste. To showcase his effort he saved all of his trash for
acres of land. Vertical farming presents many "24 a one yearonly 30.5 Ibs. In comparison, the average
advantages over traditional farming, mainly ; family throws away !,700 Ibs. of trash annually. Chameides
growing more food on less land. Currently, it Conducts seminars and writes a sustainability blog
takes a plot of land as large as Virginia to grow teaching that no one can do everything, but everyone
enough food for approximately 8 million people. 4a can do something.

Stone or Glass?

Add countertops to the list of eco-friendly products. BottleStone, a Los Altos Hills
company that makes ceramic stone countertops out of recycled glass, walked away
with the $100,000 prize from the CleanTech Open, a contest showcasing the newest
innovations in the world of sustainability. The company said that zero emissions are
created in the production of the new surface material, yet the glass countertops are
as strong as concrete and cost less than marble or granite.

Tejon Ranch Protected
Conservationists and developers in California reached a historic agreement that will
permanently protect the Tejon Ranch, 240,000 acres of land just north of Los
Angeles. The newly protected area provides a critical habitat to many wildlife
species. The strong support for environmental conservation is a sign of the times
and will guarantee public access for generations to come.

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recycled paper towels, how many trees
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and innovation continued to evolve.

The Model T changed the face of transportation
when Henry Ford began using the conveyor belt for
production, making cars affordable for the masses.
Following in its footsteps came the family utility
vehicles, the station wagon (1947), mini van (1983)
_ and SUY (1990), accommodating the growing needs
of busy families.

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team went on to win the 2008
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over Canada. The victory marked the
second time the U.S. has defeated
Canada by a I-0 score to win the
Peace Queen Cup

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the Columbus Crew became Major : concluded with a grand finale, when
League Men's Soccer champions with a Spains Rafael Nadal brought down

3-1 win over the New York Red Bulls. s five-time champion Roger Federer in
League MVP Guillermo Barros Schelotto the longest mens final in the history of
scored a Cup Final-record three assists , the All England Club. Nadals victory

to help deliver the championship in took four hours and 48 minutes of actual
only his second season playing time.

Run for the Roses
Big Brown won the 134th running
of the Kentucky Derby in a final
~ kick that gave him a 4 3/4-length
_ victory before a crowd of
' 157,770, the second-largest in
history. With this win Big Brown
became the seventh undefeated
Kentucky Derby winner in history.
The victory celebration was
eclipsed by a fatal injury to
Eight Belles, the second
place winner

Science of Swimming
Speedo's LZR Racer, a new high-
tech one-piece swimsuit,

molds a swimmers body

into an aerodynamic

shape, potentially giving +
swimmers more

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including Michael Phelps,
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Phillies won the World Series
trophy. Despite a rain-delayed
game, they took down the
Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 in
Game 5 to win their
second World Series title
The team named Cole
Hamels MVP. Hamels out
pitched Scott Kazmir for
a 3-2 win in the

opener, then tossed six Red Wings Capture Cup
effective innings before After a surprising loss in Game 5, the Detroit
; the delay, but never Red Wings made a triumphant comeback in
/ pitched in the final game. Game & of the 2008 Stanley Cup Finals,
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seventh season

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vote

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series John Adams picked up four award
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John Adams Rules

HBO ruled the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards

Mariah Moves Up

Chart-topper Mariah Carey broke

winning a record 13 Emmys for its hit mini-series Elvis Presley's record for No

on the Billboard Hot 100

with her I8th hit single, making
her second only to The Beatles
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John Adams. The first Emmy for outstanding host hits
for a reality or reality-competition program wa

awarded to jeff Probst of Survivor. The Daily Show
with jon dtewart prevailed as
and CBS

outstanding reality-competition program

utstanding comedy

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album E=M(
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Doth a follow up to
show's victories marked a record breaking SIX
straight wins

Juanes Sweeps Latin Grammys release, The Emancipation of Mimi

The 2008 Latin Grammy Awards was a night to
remember for Colombian rocker juanes, who took
home five awards for Record of the Year, Album of
the Year, Song of the Year, Best Short Form Video

Moon Man Madness
The Video Music Awards gave out the famed moon man

trophy to the years top video

and Best Male Pop Vocal Album. Newcomer Kany

performers. Chris Brown won Best

Garcia won Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Male Video for With You and Lil

Yocal Album. Marc Anthony also walked away with

. Wayne won Best Hip-Hop Video
the Best Salsa Album award

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for Lollipop. Britney Spears

took home three awards for

her Piece of Me

Video of the Year, Best Female
Video and Best Pop Video

video winning

Black Entertainment

Television Awards

The 2008 BET Awards was a night of wins for
all-star entertainers like Missy Elliott, who won
Best Female Hip-Hop Artist and Kanye West, who
took home Best Male Hip

Hop Artist. UGK and

Outkast won Video of

the Year for

International Player's

Anthem (I Choose You)

Heartthrob Chris Brown

snagged the Best Male

R&B Artist award and

Alicia Keys won Best
Female R&B Artist

Surfboard Goes to...
Gossip Girl has six-more reasons (in the form of surfboard trophies) to rule
the school. The Teen Choice Awards were selected based on over 30 million
vetes cast online by teenagers who hailed the prep-school drama as their top choice.
Chace Crawford and Blake Lively each took home'a Breakout Actor Award. The Jonas
Brothers also took home six awards: Choice Breakout Band, Choice Male Hotties and
Choice Male Red Carpet: Icons, Choice Music; Single, Choice Music: Summer Song and

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Top 5 of 2008

" Movies
|. The Dark Knight ; . .$530,722,000

$318,313,199

Kingdom of the Crystal Skull ...... . $317,023,851
4. Hancock $e ini Scat oe ee eee
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" Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain

2. Bleeding Love
Leona Lewis

* 3. No One
Alicia Keys

4. Lollipop
Lil Wayne featuring
y Static Major

5. Apologize
Timbaland featuring
OneRepublic

(According to Billboard Hot 100)

4 4. iPhone
1 5. YouTube

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Sole Survivor

Thanks to decades of fans who have adopted
Converse shoes as part of their rock-star
wardrobe

the

company

celebrated

its 100-year

anniversary.

Converse

reinvented

classic

designs in

its Century

footwear

collection to

honor its

achievement.

Tough

Guys

Rule

Tough

Guy

1"

reality

shows

chronicling the

lives of men in life-

threatening professions, from king crab fishermen
to ice road truckers to adventurers relying on

survival skills in the wilderness, is dominating the

airwaves, This new genre has audiences riveted
with its realism, documentary-style format and
unpredictable action. The Discovery Channel's
shows Deadliest Catch and Man vs. Wild are
among cable TV's highest-rated unscripted senes

easingly

important,

especially for tweens and teens whose personal style
s expressed with cell phone accessories and whose
communication revolves around email and text
messaging. According to Neilson ratings, the average
teenager texts 1,742 times per monththats an

average of 58 times per day!

100 Years of FBI

Established in 1908 by the Attorney General, the
Federal Bureau of Investigation started with only 34
special agents. Today, the FBI, headquartered in
Washington D.C., employs over 30,000 people including
more than 1,200 special agents and over 18,000
professional support staff in offices around the world.

Box Office Gold
Disney's High School Musical 3: Senior
Year banked $42 million
in its opening weekend, The
big screen sequel to the
Disney Channel TV
movies, starring
Tac Efron and
Vanessa
Hudgens,
beat the
previous
\ record for
best
opening
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of $27.8
million
; set by
Mamma
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Superhero Fans Rejoice
Forty-five years after it was created

by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby,

X-Men fans celebrated the

500th issue of the popular comic

book. The anniversary was

marked with a surprise move: the
outcast heroes left their

Westchester, New York mansion

for San Francisco.

Thank You Mom

Mother's Day turned 100 in 2008. The U.S. Census
Bureau estimates that there are 83 million mothers
who celebrate Mother's Day. The National Retail
Federation estimates that Americans spend $15
billion a year honoring their mothers; however,

the holiday is celebrated in 52 countries around
the world.

Fabulous Fashion Finale
After a season filled with drama and over-
the-top fashion, soft-spoken Portland, Oregon
designer Leanne Marshall was named the
winner of Bravo's hit reality show Project
Runway hosted by supermodel Heidi Klum
Marshall beat out contestants Korto Momolu
and Kenley Collins to win the $100,000
grand prize to start her own line and the
opportunity to sell her collection on
Bluefly.com. The series finale was the first
time in the history of the show to feature
an all-female lineup

Dark Knight
Shines Bright

The Batman seque

$300 million
ord was held by
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead
Man's Chest, which reached $300
million in 16 days

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Tina Fey Impersonates
Sarah Palin

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Actor and comedian Tina Fey
returned to Saturday Night Live to
portray Republican vice
presidential candidate Sarah
Palin. In the skit, Fey debated
Amy Poehler, who played
Senator Hillary Clinton. Fey's
depiction of the Alaska governor
generated so much attention that
the real Sarah Palin appeared twice
the show.

Facebook safeguards
Social networking site
Facebook added more
than 40 safeguards to
protect its users

from cyber bullies
and online

predators

Precautions

included banning

sex offenders and
limiting adult-user
access to profiles of

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users under 18 years old

Feathers Fly!
The first World Pillow

Day brought thousands of

people together turning 35
Cities into playgrounds

' The event's intent was to
promote creative uses of

, public spaces and the
power of a shared commor

goal. Plus, it was a lot

~ of fun!

Lights Out

for TRL

MTV's famed

countdown show,

Total Request Live

(TRL), aired its final

episode in New York

City. The show debuted in 1998 and boosted the
careers of superstars like Justin Timberlake, Christina
Agu and Destiny's Child. Beyonc gave a show

stopping performance during the shows finale

Vacation Idol

The new American /dol attraction at
Disney's Hollywood Studio

Lake Buena Vista, Florida is

similar to the Fox singing
competitionallowing

theme park guests to show

off their singing skills by
auditioning and performing

before a live studio audience

A Toy for the Imagination

Despite all the fancy high-tech toys

available, nature's own stick was inducted
the National Toy Hall of Fame this

year. Toy experts selected the stick because )

of its versatility, natural ingredients, appeal |

to the imagination and its tree More
traditional inductees this year included the

baby doll and skateboard

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a way to make your favorite
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