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The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief 2015-15

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief 2015-15, Print Chief

Senior Hanna LeBuhn is the Print Chief for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com. This is her second year on The Patriot and third year in journalism. In addition to the newspaper, LeBuhn’s involved in cross country, swimming, the Student Athletic Leadership Group, and Speech and Debate. Outside of school, LeBuhn can be found anywhere outdoors. She also loves to travel, drink coffee constantly, whip up new recipes in her kitchen, and spend quality time with her crazy family. Hanna LeBuhn can be reached for comments at [email protected].

 

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[Photo] Cheating remains serious issue

Nicole Arrison, Video Editor
April 15, 2015
Senior Charlotte Molali speaks out to her peers at senior retreat about her battle with anorexia. Recently, Molali has been sharing her story with others, including students at Towson University.

Senior speaks out about experience with anorexia

Hanna LeBuhn and Kathy Deaver
April 1, 2015
This year's varsity basketball team had two pairs of sisters filling its ranks. Freshman point guard Delaney Schutz (left) and senior point guard Madison Schutz (middle right) make up one pair, and freshman small forward Nikki Hunter (middle left) and senior center Ashley Hunter (right) compose the other.

Sisters pair up in varsity basketball

Hanna LeBuhn and Kathy Deaver
February 27, 2015
The Mock Trial team poses after their first trial which took place at the Bel Air Circuit Court. On Feb. 19, the Mock Trial team defeated Harford Tech to win the County Championship.

Mock Trial team competes on large scale

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
February 25, 2015
People hold up tributes to the victims of the Charlie Hebdo shooting on Jan. 7, 2015 during a 1-minute silence in Bordeaux, France, in remembrance of those killed and wounded in the deadly attack in Paris on Wednesday. Gunmen killed 12 people at the Paris office of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in an apparent militant Islamist attack. Four of the magazine's well-known cartoonists, including its editor, were among those killed, as well as two police officers. A major police operation is under way to find three gunmen who fled by car.

Terrorist attacks receive different attention

Hanna LeBuhn, Justin Hawkins, and Claire Grunewald
February 5, 2015
Print Chief explains how to order at Starbucks like an expert. The most important thing to do is try new things.

Overcoming the pressures of ordering at Starbucks

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
December 18, 2014
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[Photo] Nicole Arrison, Video Editor 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Eleanor Werneke, Lifestyles Editor 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Eric Johnson, Sports Editor, 2014-2015

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Erica Kelble, Multimedia Editor, 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Kishan Patel, Sports Editor, 2014-2015

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Claire Grunewald, Lifestyles Editor 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Morgan Taylor, Copy Editor 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Angela DeCarlo, Stories Chief 2014-2015

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Elizabeth Driver, Copy Editor 2014-15

October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Tona Rimpel, Video Editor 2014-15

October 2, 2014
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[Photo] Will Bolton, Opinion Editor 2014-2015

October 2, 2014
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[Photo] Kristen Isoldi, A&E Editor 2014-2015

October 3, 2014
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[Photo] Alex Rasmussen, News Editor 2014-15

October 3, 2014
Senior Zack Wedemeyer swims during practice on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The men's swim team has drastically increased in numbers this season compared to last season.

[Photo] Swim team skyrockets with addition of new athletes

Alex Rasmussen, News Editor
December 12, 2014
Stephen Douglas, class of '06, poses with members of the cast of "Unbroken." Douglas (pictured 2nd from the left) plays the role of Clarence Douglas. "Unbroken" premieres on Christmas Day.

Alum breaks into the big screen

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
December 12, 2014

Injured athlete finds way to rise again

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
December 4, 2014
Senior raises over $50,000 in fight against cancer, Sadie Hawkins dance renewed

Senior raises over $50,000 in fight against cancer, Sadie Hawkins dance renewed

Hanna LeBuhn and Mitch Hopkins
December 4, 2014
JD's basket contains a BBQ pulled pork sandwich paired with sweet potato fries. JD's Smokehouse, newly opened in Churchville, replaced Bruce Bitner's.

JD’s Smokehouse shows potential for the future

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
December 3, 2014
Senior Sean and Amanda Nastalski stand back to back representing the sport that they play. Although twins, Amanda and Sean are different in most aspects of their life.

The Patriot investigates twin and triplet relationships

Hanna LeBuhn, Elizabeth Driver, and Morgan Taylor
October 21, 2014
Seniors Erin Sullivan (left) and Emma Asbury (right) cut open and pin back the skin of the frog they are dissecting. Dissections took place on Oct. 16 and 17 during Anatomy class.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: Yoga, Dissections, and Remembering Claire Wagonhurst

Erica Kelble and Mike Moxley, Multimedia Editors
October 20, 2014
Fifteen new faces share their first impressions of JC

Fifteen new faces share their first impressions of JC

Hanna LeBuhn, Print Chief
October 2, 2014
The purple dots represent how effective certain treatments are for breast cancer. Senior Kayla Bynion tested and recorded her findings in a cancer research lab at the John Hopkins University for her Senior Project.

Senior Projects

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
May 30, 2014
Jean-Philip Grobler, known by his stage name St. Lucia, performs at the Sweetlife food and music festival. The festival was held on May 10 and included a variety of artists ranging from Lana del Rey and Foster the People to 2 Chainz, Bastille, and Capital Cities.

Sweetlife Festival outshines expectations

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
May 30, 2014
The vine arch, at Longwood Gardens, leads to the rest of the botanical display. Longwood Gardens is made up of 1,077 acres of gardens, meadows, and woodlands, located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

Outdoor Activities

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
May 30, 2014
Confections with Cassidy: Caramel Mocha Frappe Cupcakes

Confections with Cassidy: Caramel Mocha Frappe Cupcakes

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
May 13, 2014
Working out runs students' lives

Working out runs students’ lives

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
May 13, 2014
Back to the drawing board: Master Plan changes

Back to the drawing board: Master Plan changes

Emily Cassidy and Billy Jump
May 2, 2014
Scavenger hunting takes high tech spin

Scavenger hunting takes high tech spin

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
May 2, 2014
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[Photo] Smoking hookah skyrockets in popularity

Angela DeCarlo, Copy Editor
April 4, 2014
According to Athletic Director Larry Dukes, coaches are “not encouraged to carry seniors just because they are seniors.” Most upperclassmen on varsity are selected based on talent and leadership, not because of class level.

[Photo] Coaches should choose varsity based on talent

Billy Jump, Copy Editor
April 4, 2014
Confections with Cassidy: Brownie Mug

Confections with Cassidy: Brownie Mug

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
March 28, 2014
The Netflix trend grows in popularity

The Netflix trend grows in popularity

Hanna LeBuhn and Billy Jump
March 28, 2014
Frog legs hop off editor's favorite foods

Frog legs hop off editor’s favorite foods

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
March 27, 2014
Finding the meaning behind the ring

Finding the meaning behind the ring

Caitlin Wolfarth and Hanna LeBuhn
March 20, 2014
Senior Marta Moix walks off stage to shake Principal Madelyn Ball's hand. Marta won the Triple Threat Award for Women's Varsity Basketball.

[Photo] Week in pictures: Sports Banquet, Senior Seminar

Erica Kelble, Multimedia Editor
March 19, 2014
Freshman Steven Kutcher shakes Head Coach Robert Torres's hand as Kutcher receives his Triple Threat Award for men's JV indoor track. The Winter Banquet was held at the Richlin Ballroom on Tuesday, March 11.

Sports banquet moves to Richlin Ballroom

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
March 19, 2014
Senior Taylor Gerber designed a scavenger hunt based off of the novel "Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline. The scavenger hunt will take place until the end of the school year.

Senior reinstates scavenger hunt tradition

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
March 10, 2014
Toast and eggs provide a great source of nutrients in the morning. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day according to kidshealth.org .

Eating breakfast improves health

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
March 10, 2014
Print Chief Sydney Setree's car was hit on the passenger side where her airbags deployed. The crash took place at the light at the entrance of JC.

Car accident shakes up Chief

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
March 7, 2014
Junior Scott Walczyk, senior Travis Nelson, and juniors Austin Kiss and Brendon Huffman strike a pose during a practice of the number "Mama Says" in JC's production of "Footloose." The show opened on Feb. 28, and ended Mar. 2.

Footloose dances its way into audience’s hearts

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
March 2, 2014
Society squashes sense of beauty

Society squashes sense of beauty

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
February 27, 2014
Confections With Cassidy: Cookie Dough Truffles

Confections With Cassidy: Cookie Dough Truffles

Emily Cassidy, Promotions Chief and News Editor
February 26, 2014
Making relationships work

Making relationships work

Hanna LeBuhn and Angela DeCarlo
February 25, 2014
News Updates: Culture Shock club finds new starting point, Admissions office remains hopeful for class of 2018

News Updates: Culture Shock club finds new starting point, Admissions office remains hopeful for class of 2018

Kathy Deaver and Emily Cassidy
February 24, 2014
Maryland declared a State of Emergency due to significant amounts of snow closing school for two days, Feb 13 and 14. Snowfall at JC measured about 15 and a half inches.

[Photo] Winter weather freezes students’ class time

Angela DeCarlo, Copy Editor
February 24, 2014
Compliments spread love

Compliments spread love

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
February 19, 2014
Sophomore Carly Lyon prepares to dive in the 200 free relay. The swim meet was away on Jan. 23 against McDonough.

[Photo] Week in Pictures: Girl Rising, Catholic Schools Week, Culture

Erica Kelble, Multimedia Editor
January 31, 2014
News Update: Calendar Change

News Update: Calendar Change

Emily Cassidy, News Editor & Promotions Chief
February 7, 2014
Bucket List: Biking to school changes up normal cycle

Bucket List: Biking to school changes up normal cycle

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
January 28, 2014
Junior Chris Almony takes down his opponent. Almony has been a part of the team since his freshman year.

Wrestler wins 100

Hanna Lebuhn, Lifestyles Editor
January 20, 2014
Cupcakes with Cassidy: Creme Brulee

Cupcakes with Cassidy: Creme Brulee

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
January 17, 2014
Bucket List: Writing letters thanks positive influences

Bucket List: Writing letters thanks positive influences

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
January 14, 2014
Pro V. Con: Uniforms save lives

Pro V. Con: Uniforms save lives

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
January 9, 2014
Confections With Cassidy: Gingerbread Eggnog Ice Cream Sandwiches

Confections With Cassidy: Gingerbread Eggnog Ice Cream Sandwiches

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
January 6, 2014
Junior Hunter Ritter wrestles senior Bryce Pappas from St. Mary’s at the Early Bird Tournament on Nov. 30. Ritter has won both MIAA championships and the Maryland Independent School championship.

Athlete Spotlight: Hunter Ritter

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
December 18, 2013
Quick Picks: Holiday Drinks

Quick Picks: Holiday Drinks

Cole Alban, Sydney Setree, Lauren Fabiszak, and Hanna LeBuhn
December 17, 2013
Sophomore Megan Ingold swims the 100 meter backstroke event. The women's team lost 39-131.

[Photo] New swimmers dive into swimming season

Kathy Deaver, Sports Editor
December 19, 2013
Bucket List: Sponsoring spreads holiday spirit

Bucket List: Sponsoring spreads holiday spirit

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
December 16, 2013
Freshmen reach for donuts during their second class breakfast on Dec. 4. The class meets quarterly during advisory for freshman class bonding.

[Photo] Freshmen bond over class breakfast

Nicole Arrison, In-Depth Editor
December 19, 2013
Seniors Amanda Spaeth, Alex Gromacki, Megan Grieg, Emily Goheen, and Matt Wagner perform "I Still Believe" by Frank Turner at the Variety Show. The show took place on Nov. 26 and 27 and raised over $8,000 for the class of 2014.

[Photo] Variety Show takes center stage

Lauren Glase, News Editor
December 6, 2013
Senior Megan Grieg sings "One" by U2 in the Senior Variety Show. The Variety Show is being held on Nov. 26 and Nov. 27 at 7 p.m.

[Photo] Senior Variety Show returns after two years

Angela DeCarlo, Copy Editor
November 26, 2013
Seniors Zach Hammons and Colby Fell fight for the ball. JC beat Mount St. Joesph 1-0 on Oct. 23.

Season Wrap-up: Fall sports

Emily Cassidy, Angela DeCarlo, Eric Johnson, Hanna LeBuhn, Elizabeth Driver, Billy Jump, and Justin Hawkins
November 25, 2013
Principal Madelyn Ball and English department chair Christine Zurkowski pose on the Great Wall of China in Beijing. They went to China to promote JC to prospective international students.

Ball, Zurkowski visit China to meet with potential students

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
November 25, 2013
Senior Senior Thomas Jednorski works on a painting for his AP Studio class. He transferred from Gilman and is pursuing his passion for art.

Artist Spotlight: Thomas Jednorski

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
November 22, 2013
News Updates: Vocational speaker reaches out to junior class, Academic team starts off year winning against IND

News Updates: Vocational speaker reaches out to junior class, Academic team starts off year winning against IND

Hanna LeBuhn and Cole Alban
November 18, 2013
Athletic Director Lawrence Dukes presents the cheerleaders during the Sports Banquet. The cheerleaders won first and second place in the competitions that they competed in during the season.

Poor attendance of sports teams at fall sports banquet reflects poor school spirit

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
November 15, 2013
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[Photo] Pro V. Con: Social media stimulate student distraction

Angela DeCarlo, Copy Editor
November 4, 2013
Junior Camille Smith dresses up in toga.

[Photo] Halloween costumes solve last minute problems

Hanna LeBuhn, Sydney Setree, Emily Cassidy, Lifestyles Editor, Print Chief, News Editor
October 31, 2013
Male students from three different continents now live on campus in refurbished dormitories. Each student has their own room consisting of a bed, sink, desk, and chair.

[Photo] New dorms opened up for use

Cole Alban, Online Chief
November 4, 2013
Report Card: Colored shirts brighten JC, Homecoming decor dazzles, Pep rallies promote spirit

Report Card: Colored shirts brighten JC, Homecoming decor dazzles, Pep rallies promote spirit

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
November 4, 2013
Bucket List: "Ghosting" provides light-hearted scare for neighbors

Bucket List: “Ghosting” provides light-hearted scare for neighbors

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
November 1, 2013
Confections With Cassidy: Caramel Apple Cider Cookies

Confections With Cassidy: Caramel Apple Cider Cookies

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
November 1, 2013
Cheerleading coach Kari Patchak, class of '07, claps for the JV girls during a football game on Oct. 24. Patchak was a cheerleader for four years at JC.

[Photo] Coach Spotlight: Kari Patchak

Erica Kelble, Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2013
Sports Updates: Male swimmers take their mark, Later practices benefit athletes, Football plays three games at home

Sports Updates: Male swimmers take their mark, Later practices benefit athletes, Football plays three games at home

Kathy Deaver, Justin Hawkins, and Hanna LeBuhn
October 31, 2013
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Quick Picks: Brad’s showcases traditional fall corn maze and pumpkin picking

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
October 31, 2013
Quick Picks: Get lost in fun at Beachmont

Quick Picks: Get lost in fun at Beachmont

Sydney Setree, Print Chief
October 31, 2013
Seniors (from left to right) Margaret McGuirk, Matt Wagner, Kirsten Kyburz, and April Moscati pay attention to the senior leaders at the Variety Show meeting. The show will be Nov. 26 and 27.

Variety Show makes comeback

Hanna LeBuhn, Lifestyles Editor
October 31, 2013
Each room for the dorm residents is eqipped with a sink, bed, desk, and dresser. Students have to be in their rooms by 10:00 p.m. on school nights and lights out is at 10:30 p.m.

[Photo] What’s behind the dorm’s doors?

Rachel Amrhein, Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2013
Members JCs first football team return to the field to walk across the field one last time. The past teammates walked side by side with the teams current captains Paul Lorrick and Gus Lane.

Alumni weekend starts off with a BANG

Emily Cassidy, Promotions Chief and News Editor
October 21, 2013
Confections With Cassidy: Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Confections With Cassidy: Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Emily Cassidy, News Editor
October 18, 2013
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