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The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
Katherine Grimm, Media Chief 2016-17

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief 2016-17, Media Chief

Senior Katherine Grimm is the Media Chief for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com. This is her second year on staff and third year taking journalism and hopefully not her last. Outside of The Patriot, Grimm participates in cheerleading, swimming, badminton and anything else that she feels is worthy of wasting her time. Outside of school, Grimm can be seen looking for The Patriot’s pet hamster Lasaña whom she’s lost again, drinking her third cup of (always iced) coffee, or complaining about all the things she has to do instead of actually doing them. Grimm also enjoys taking Buzzfeed quizzes and non-discreet people watching. Katherine Grimm can be reached for comments at [email protected].

All content by Katherine Grimm
Ashley Schwartz rises from a baptismal pool on Friday, April 28 after declaring her Catholic faith at the End of the Year Mass during her junior year. While many share in Schwartz's Catholic faith, 35 percent of students practice a religion other than Catholicism, according to a survey sent out by The Patriot.

[Photo] Students of different religious backgrounds share their perspectives

Madison Dailey and Caitlin Kennedy
November 15, 2017
Campus Minister Gary Meyerl addresses the student body during the End of the Year Mass on April 28. Meyerl has decided to leave JC after this school year and will fill the role of Director of Outreach at Cardinal Gibbons High School in Raleigh, NC for the 2017-18 school year.

[Photo] Campus Minister announces return to alma mater

Grace Mottley, Assignment Chief
May 25, 2017
During the End of the Year Mass, President and Interim Principal Richard O'Hara speaks about the ending relationship between JC and Mountain Christian Church. O'Hara announced his resignation the week before the Mass and clarified that the Board of Trustees will create a search committee for an Interim President.

[Photo] President Richard O’Hara announces resignation

Caroline Cooney, Editor in Chief
May 10, 2017
Junior Ashley Schwartz emerges from her Baptism during the End of the Year Mass on Friday, April 28. Schwartz spoke at the beginning of the Mass about how she wanted to share her Baptism with the community and encouraged others to be outspoken about their faith.

[Photo] Tri-M Music Honors Society inductions, ‘It’s Thursday’ song, women’s lacrosse game, Baptism, and the Gala

May 5, 2017
Junior Meghan Sheehan examines junior Ryan Griffin during a mock trial based on the book "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller. Students in the AP English Language and Composition class participated in a trial to demonstrate their understanding of the novel and to defend Captain John Yossarian, the main character.

[Photo] Dollhouses, World Language Induction Ceremony, FLEX field trip, Shea Welsh concert, and a Catch-22 trial

April 15, 2017
Don't sugar coat this

Don’t sugar coat this

Katherine Grimm and Grace Mottley
April 14, 2017
Members of The Patriot and Hereford Harbinger staffs discuss their respective online and print papers. The Hereford High School newspaper staff and members of The Patriot exchanged ideas in order to improve their respective publications.

[Photo] Senior retreat, Art Honor Society, Spanish trip, and the Hereford Harbinger

April 7, 2017
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[Photo] Report Cards: Remembrance Day inspires community, dysfunctional clocks tick off students, and cafeteria food provides variety

Elizabeth Harmison and Adriana Guidi
March 24, 2017
Senior Zachary Miller performing performing as Donkey, pets the puppet dragon during the final scene of "Shrek The Musical." The production's dragon weighed about 80 lbs. and required six students to operate it.

[Photo] ‘Shrek The Musical’

March 22, 2017
Sophomore Joshua Robinson performs a song on stage as Shrek with Senior Zachary Miller as Donkey in "Shrek The Musical" on Friday, March 17. The Theatre Department put on four performances of "Shrek The Musical" on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, along with matinees throughout the week.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of March 13

Anna Kotula, Contributor
March 21, 2017
Dr. Steve Salzberg relays the story of his father, a Holocaust survivor, to a classroom of seniors during a small group presentation on Holocaust Remembrance Day on Tuesday, Feb. 28. Holocaust Remembrance Day is an annual event that focuses on the stories of Holocaust survivors and is put together by Senior Project Coordinator Louise Geczy.

[Photo] Memorial prayer service, letters for Josh Hamer, Holocaust Remembrance Day, dogs, and the fashion show

March 19, 2017
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[Photo] Peeling back the layers

Zachary Miller, Media Editor
March 17, 2017
Father Steve Sutton makes the sign of the cross in ashes on senior Nick Hinke's forehead as part of the Ash Wednesday Mass tradition. Each year, JC holds an Ash Wednesday Mass for those who would like to receive ashes on the Holy Day of Obligation.

[Photo] Candlelight vigil, Tim Perry visits, Ash Wednesday, and the Athletic Banquet

March 9, 2017
How well do you know the dress code?

How well do you know the dress code?

Grace Mottley and Katherine Grimm
February 24, 2017

[Video] Mooing on up

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
February 21, 2017
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[Photo] Report Card: Salad bar returns, Weight room receives renovations, School-wide service

Edward Benner and Elizabeth Harmison
February 16, 2017
Senior Erin McCaughey presents her senior project, which includes interviewing previous Black and Gold Award winners. Each senior in the class of 2017 will have the opportunity to present their project to two teachers in order to rehearse for their final presentations this May.

Week in Pictures: mini presentations, hat making, Shrek the Musical, and Student Appreciation Day

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
February 10, 2017
Senior Anna Smith smiles as she donates blood at the Annual JC Blood Drive on Jan. 27. Every year, social studies teacher Rodney Johnson coordinates a drive with American Red Cross Association for students to donate their blood.

Week in Pictures: Blood drive, AP Biology, turtles, salad bar, and FBLA

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 31, 2017
Seniors Carly Schofield and Grant Sharretts spend English class acting out the fencing scene in Shakespeare's tragedy, Hamlet. Different main scenes of the play were preformed during other classes.

Week in Pictures: MLK Day assembly, QPR session, NHS meeting, Hamlet, and AP Psychology

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 24, 2017
Sergeant Wendell Baxter addresses the JC community during the Martin Luther King, Jr. assembly on Wednesday, Jan. 18. Baxter reflected on growing up in Bel Air as a young black man in Harford County.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Jan. 16

Anna Kotula, Contributor
January 24, 2017
The head man and the head woman of the powwow lead the traditional couples dance during the Morning Star Powwow. All proceeds raised from the powwow will be donated to St. Labre Indian School in Ashland, MT.

Week in Pictures: Puzzle room, dress down day, Morning Star Powwow, egg drop, and mock trial

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 19, 2017
Overall, 2016 was an eventual year that consisted of nonstop surprises. Even though there were scientific discoveries and improvement in animal safety, the political discussions and celebrity deaths made 2016 an interesting year.

The good, the bad, and the ugly: 2016

James Keller and Katherine Grimm
January 14, 2017
After Christmas Break, renovations were completed in the weight room. The room is now fit for more efficient workouts for both individuals and entire teams.

[Photo] Weight room renovation completed

Grant Sharretts, Online Chief
January 14, 2017
Junior Paige Alban, senior Yena Kim, and junior James Keller (left to right) pet a bloodhound after school on Friday. Sophomore Alyssa Ross brought in her dog for a presentation on the business project she created for Social Studies teacher Jake Hollin's financial literacy class.

Week in Pictures: Romero Club, Powwow assembly, the Breakfast Club, and dogs in class

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
January 10, 2017
Junior Myah Savage fakes out a defender in a game against Notre Dame Preparatory School on Wednesday, Dec. 7. Off the court, the women's basketball team gave back to the community by serving veterans at Perry Point VA Medical Hospital.

[Photo] Team gives back during the holiday season

Anna Kotula and Kayla Kozak
January 6, 2017
Freshman varsity basketball player Cam Byers lays the ball in through two defenders during a game against Glenelg Country School on Dec. 5. The varsity men's basketball team won the game 66-60.

Game of the Week: Men’s basketball beats Glenelg

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
December 16, 2016
Seniors panelists share their thoughts on JC with prospective families during Patriot Perspectives night on Wednesday, Nov. 30. The night was centered around seniors answering questions from parents regarding the JC experience .

Week in Pictures: Marine Biology field trip, Patriot Perspectives, and CPR training

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
December 7, 2016
A group of students gather outside of The Winter Garden Theatre in New York where they went to see the musical "School of Rock" on Saturday, Nov. 12. The JC Theater Department hosts trips to New York twice a year to see a Broadway musical.

Week In Pictures: Can Drive, theatre trip, Honors Reception, and the Variety Show

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
November 17, 2016
Seven women’s soccer seniors pose with their fatheads after their senior game against Mercy on Oct. 19. Women’s soccer is one of the varsity teams that emphasizes team unity on and off the field.

[Photo] Together on and off the field

Ianna Pirozzi, In-Focus Editor
November 15, 2016
Service Club President junior Caitlyn Trent and Coordinator of Service Learning Susan Strawbridge organize bags for the annual Thanksgiving Patriots "Can" Do Food Drive on Nov. 2. This year, the Service Club hopes to collect at least 8,000 cans and beat last year's record of 7,242 cans.

Week In Pictures: Junior Retreat, Service Club, All Saints Day Mass, “Mary Poppins,” and field hockey championship

Katherine Grimm and Druw Van Der Werrf
November 13, 2016
Junior Ella Wilson portrays the character Mary Poppins while singing the song "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" from the musical "Mary Poppins." Wilson had always been familiar with the JC theater department and had decided to be apart of it during her shadow day.

[Photo] Artist Spotlight: Wilson shines as a triple threat

November 16, 2016
"Mary Poppins" cast members sing and dance in the number "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious." The fall musical "Mary Poppins" premiered on Friday, Nov. 4, and continued throughout the weekend.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Oct. 31

Lauren Becker, News Editor
November 9, 2016
The cast of "Mary Poppins" gathers around Mary as she chooses letters in order to spell out supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. "Mary Poppins" will be showing at 7 p.m. on Nov. 4 and 5, and at 2 p.m. on Nov. 5 and 6.

[Photo] Theatre department performs ‘Mary Poppins’

Anna Sullivan, Entertainment Editor
November 4, 2016
Senior Anthony distributes candy to trunk-or-treaters through the window of the JC school buses. Mountain Christian Church held it's annual trunk-or-treat in the teachers parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 29.

Week In Pictures: Ring orders, FBLA lollipops, Service Club, STEM night, and Trunk or Treat

Katherine Grimm and Druw Van Der Werrf
November 2, 2016
The Patriot Tries It: Carving Pumpkins

[Video] The Patriot Tries It: Carving Pumpkins

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
October 31, 2016
Junior right wing Kathryn Hodges reaches in an attempt to take control of the ball from a Maryvale player. The varsity field hockey team was defeated by Maryvale 0-1 in the rematch from last year's championship on Monday, Oct. 17.

Week in Pictures: Freshman dinner, math league, PSAT’s, field hockey, and Open House training

Zachary Miller, Druw Van Der Werff, and Katherine Grimm
October 26, 2016
The class of 2017 gathers outside on the stadium bleachers to take their senior panoramic picture. Students are able to purchase regular prints for $16 or laminated prints for $21.

Week In Pictures: Welcome Wednesday, French exchange, Spanish club, senior panoramic picture, and diversity

Zachary Miller, Katherine Grimm, and Druw Van Der Werrf
October 18, 2016
Senior Beth Sapitowicz talks to Chantal Buscher Kelley, class of '01, after Buscher spoke to the Entrepreneurial Studies classes about how JC prepared her for her future job. Buscher currently works at the International Olympic Committee and helps Olympic athletes find jobs once the Olympics are over.

[Photo] Alumni returns to enlighten students on her business experience

Azanae Barrow, Entertainment Editor
October 15, 2016
Senior Charlotte Haggerty runs down the field as she is chased by two juniors during the 2016 Powderpuff Game. The senior class won the game 18-12 with a touchdown in the last minute of the game.

Week In Pictures: Spirit week, Homecoming, field hockey, and women’s soccer

Katherine Grimm, Zachary Miller, and Druw Van Der Werrf
October 13, 2016

The Patriot Tries It: Pumpkin Spice Lattes

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
October 10, 2016
Senior Jordan Butler (right) and other members of the Entrepreneurial Studies class practice golf at Black Horse Golf as a part of their field trip on Sept. 26. The main purpose of the trip was to learn about the function of the business and how the students would improve it.

Week in Pictures: SGA, entrepreneurial field trip, Powderpuff practice, women’s volleyball, Variety Show, and Peter Sklar

Katherine Grimm, Zachary Miller, and Druw Van Der Werff
October 4, 2016
Campus Minister Gary Meyerl prepares to pass a spinning plate to sophomore Leon Li. Meyerl represented the Campus Ministry at the Club Fair held on Tuesday, Sept. 20.

Week in Pictures: Club fair, Ryan Burks, and Back to School Night

Katherine Grimm, Zachary Miller, and Druw Van Der Werff
September 29, 2016
Senior midfielder Franco Caltobiano beats a Loyola player to the ball during a game. The men's varsity soccer team beat Loyola 2-0 on Friday, Sept. 16.

Week In Pictures: Science Olympiad, FCA, french exchange, women’s tennis, dress down, and men’s soccer

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
September 22, 2016
Juniors Katie Mills (left) and Mackenzie Lawry (right) dance with their friends during the Back to School Dance on Sep. 9. The Back to School Dance is held annually in order to encourage students to get excited about the upcoming school year.

Week In Pictures: Men’s varsity soccer, Service Club, senior portraits, Back to School Dance, and opening school Mass

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
September 13, 2016
Seniors Nate Lebuhn and Chris Tassanari paddle across a lake during a canoe race. Four sets of boys and four sets of girls were chosen from each group of seniors and competed in two relay races against one another.

Gallery: Senior Unity Day

Katherine Grimm, Media Chief
September 1, 2016
Senior Alex Dippel leans in to hug English teacher Hayley Howe after giving her a letter and rose during the Baccalaureate Mass. As part of the graduation tradition, seniors write letters to the people who have helped them during the past four years and hand them out during the Baccalaureate Mass.

Week in Pictures: Graduation festivities, Advisory block party, Chemistry experiment, Educator of the Year and Senior Awards assembly

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
June 7, 2016
Junior Paul Poholsky spins towards the goal to get an open shot. The men's lacrosse team finished their season with a 19-6 record, capturing the championship.

[Photo] Men’s lacrosse

Grant Sharretts, Sports Editor
June 3, 2016
Choral Director Julie Parrish awards senior Seho Kim with the Orchestra Award. On May 25, almost 50 seniors were recognized for their achievements in various areas during the Senior Awards assembly.

[Photo] Assembly honors seniors for achievement

Elizabeth Harmison, Media Editor
June 1, 2016
Senior Lilly Stannard and junior Zach Miller played Morticia and Gomez Addams in the spring musical "The Addams Family." Stannard and Miller both won awards from the JC Theatre Department for their performances in the show.

[Photo] Theatre Department announces plays for the upcoming year

Caroline Cooney, In-Focus Editor
May 26, 2016

Educator of the Year announced

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 25, 2016
Earth Science teacher Tim Perry poses after receiving the Educator of the Year award. Students voted for Perry out of a list of six nominees.

[Photo] Tim Perry wins Educator of the Year award

Pia Scotto, Community Editor
May 25, 2016
Sophomore Jude Brown dodges from behind the goal to get a look for a shot. The men's lacrosse team capped off a great season, winning the MIAA B conference championship 17-9 against Glenelg.

[Photo] Spring sports set new standards

May 24, 2016
Junior Alex Wroe, sophomore Keiron Leonard, and junior Joe Rayman play defense on a Glenelg player trying to transition the ball down field. The men's lacrosse team payed Glenelg Country School in a championship game on Friday, May 20 at Johns Hopkins - Homewood field.

Week in Pictures: Chris Herren, lacrosse, Patriot celebration dinner, and Senior Project presentations

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 19, 2016
Sophomore Adam Berg maneuvers on top of his opponent at the first tournament of the season. The team finished third overall, with Berg personally finishing first in his weight class.

Wrestling

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 23, 2016
Junior pitcher Alex Marlow winds up for a pitch in the third inning. The Patriots were defeated by Dulaney High School 5-4 on May 9.

Week in Pictures: Lollipops, Service Club, yearbooks, Special Needs Prom and baseball’s Senior Night

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 17, 2016

Lasaña chooses Firefly winner

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 13, 2016
Sophomore Trish Ho smashes the shuttlecock back at her opponent. The team finished with a 4-4 record and claimed their spot as #2 in the IAAM.

[Photo] Badminton places second in IAAM

Daniel Robinson, Copy Editor
May 13, 2016
Senior Matt Becker kicks the ball while maneuvering through defense during a game of indoor soccer. All senior Field Day teams played games including soccer, frisbee and dodge ball against each other.

Week in Pictures: Senior field day edition

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 11, 2016
Educator of the Year nominees announced

Educator of the Year nominees announced

Katherine Grimm, Media Editor
May 11, 2016
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