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The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
The School Newspaper of John Carroll School

The Patriot
Druw Van Der Werff, Media Chief 2017-18

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Chief 2017-18, Media Chief

Senior Druw Van Der Werff is the Media Chief for The Patriot and jcpatriot.com. This is his second year working on staff and his third year taking journalism. In addition to The Patriot, Druw is a member of the varsity football team, wrestling team, and does shot put and discus for the track and field team. He is the unofficial mascot of the school’s Strategic Gaming Club, which he helped create. Van Der Werff is also a connoisseur of all varieties of pizza. Druw Van Der Werff can be reached for comments at [email protected].

All content by Druw Van Der Werff
Freshman Julianna Smith dribbles the ball during the women's varsity soccer game on Saturday, Sept. 16. JC won 3-2 in overtime as a part of the Battle of Bel Air.

Women’s Soccer

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Chief
February 1, 2018
Members of the band practice a piece of music on Nov. 27. The band plays during football games and has a concert on Dec. 8.

[Photo] Students prepare for holiday performance

Lauren Becker, Media Chief
December 8, 2017

Don’t destroy America’s history

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Editor
October 27, 2017
Senior Connor Kiss and sophomore Angela Kahoe work on a building for their Introduction to Engineering class on Sep. 21. Introduction to Engineering students are having a competition to build a structure that supports the most weight.

Using animals for medical research is necessary

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Editor
May 16, 2017
Sophomore Zack Haskell grapples with an opponent from Woodlawn High School in the Parkville Knightmare meet on Dec. 10. The wrestling team finished with a 10-13 dual-meet record.

[Photo] Wrestling

John Kyburz, Contributor
April 2, 2017
Strategic Games Club moderator Shane Lawler, along with sophomore Paul Capobianco and senior Darius Pirozzi, engages in a game of Star Wars Imperial Assault after school on March 20. The club meets every day after school, with Thursdays and Fridays being the most popular days.

[Photo] Special needs prom, Strategic Gaming Club, Lifesavers, Envirothon, Ring

March 31, 2017
Senior wrestling captain Eric Ashton controls a Loyola Blakefield wrestler in the Parkville Knightmare Meet on Dec. 10, finishing in first place. Ashton has wrestled with success despite only wrestling for four years, and has earned a spot in the top 25 of his weight class in the region by the Maryland State Wrestling Association.

[Photo] Senior wrestler meets success as captain

Daniel Robinson, General Staff Member
February 24, 2017
"The Lego Batman Movie," released on Feb. 10, is the latest Warner Brothers movie. Uniquely animated using only LEGO bricks, it captures the heartwarming and child-friendly message of the necessity of family and friends perfectly.

‘The Lego Batman Movie’ builds upon the Caped Crusader’s legacy

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Editor
February 21, 2017
Sophomore Zack Haskell has his opponent in a crucifix hold during a tri-meet at Boys' Latin School of Maryland. JC faced Boys' Latin and Gilman on Feb.1 and lost both matches 36-40 and 24-42, respectively.

[Photo] Week in Sports: Week of Jan. 30

Christina Giovanazi and Adria Pirozzi
February 10, 2017

Zoos provide protective environments

Druw Van Der Werff, Media Editor
January 6, 2017
Sophomore Zachary Haskell prepares to return an opposing wrestler at the Knightmare Invitational at Parkville on Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10. JC finished second overall with 75 team points, five wrestlers in the finals, and three champions.

[Photo] Week in Sports: Week of Dec. 5

James Keller and Emily Stancliff
December 15, 2016
Father Jerry Francik gives his homily to students during Mass. This week's Mass celebrated the Immaculate Conception of Mary and was held in the upper gym on Thursday, Dec. 8.

[Photo] In case you missed it: Week of Dec. 5

Lauren Becker, News Editor
December 13, 2016
Varsity soccer midfielder Seth Anderson fights for the ball against a Loyola player on Sep 16. The varsity soccer team finished their season with a 6-13-2 record.

Men’s Soccer

Druw Van Der Werff, Multimedia Editor
November 29, 2016
Junior Olivia Collins presents her reflection on the Corporal Work of Mercy of "Clothe the Naked" during the Thanksgiving Prayer Service. During the prayer service, several students reflected on each Corporal Work of Mercy and shared their experiences.

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

Lauren Becker, News Editor
November 25, 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
New wrestling head coach Mike Mazza spots senior Eric Ashton during an off-season workout. Mazza has been a wrestling coach for 17 years, four of which were spent as the head coach at Harford Technical High School.

[Photo] New coach hired for wrestling program

Anna Sullivan, Entertainment Editor
October 15, 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
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