Students raise money for M.O.D
MHS exPRESS Students raise money for M.O.D. By Kendra Cooper MHS exPRESS writer
Every year, half a million babies are born prematurely in the United States, and Marlow’s Family Career and Community Leaders of America are doing their part to prevent this. Charla Jordan’s first hour class will be treated to a free breakfast as a reward for making the largest contribution to the March of Dimes fundraiser held by the FCCLA members last week. Her class raised a total of $127.72 to support the cause. “The breakfast isn’t that important to me, but I do love babies,” senior Breanne Vang said. Second place was Nick Scalf’s class with a total of
$109.98, followed by Sharon Bullard’s class with a total of $75.12. The high school alone donated a total of $639.19 to help support the cause. The March of Dimes was established in 1960 with a mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. This is the third year Marlow’s FCCLA chapter, advised by Leigh Heldermon, has competed in the Southwest IV Division of the March of Dimes fundraiser. The past two years they have raised the largest amount and they collected the traveling trophy. Their first year, they brought home the award after raising $4,068.86, and $2,754.44 second year.
After a combined donation of $1,900 given by the students and faculty of the Marlow elementary and middle schools, this year the group’s goal became to raise over $2,000. That goal was surpassed with a total of $2,912.35 collected. “Competing to raise money is fun, and it goes to a great cause,” FCCLA parliamentarian Colton Seymour said. Over the past three years of raising money Marlow FCCLA has raised a combined total of $9,735.65. “To raise $10,000 in three years is amazing, I’m speechless and I’m never speechless.” adviser Leigh Heldermon said. The FCCLA traveled to Marietta Tuesday and once again came home with the first place trophy.
COUNTING THE CASH. FFCLA members count donations made in first hour classes last week. (photo by Kendra Cooper)
Play leaves us laughing A review by Johannah Sherrill
RUMORS ABOUND. Senior Kasey McConnell warms up to senior Chisholm Holland as Sophomore Rayne Grandy and senior Donovan Smith react. (photo by Johannah Sherrill)
It isn’t often that you see an audience erupt into laughter when someone opens a pretzel bag, but if you were at the Marlow High School auditorium Friday morning it was absolutely ordinary. The matinee performance of Neil Simon’s “RUMORS,” put on by the Marlow Outlaw Speech Team, was a roaring success. The crowd was rolling, the actors were on fire and the set was completely flawless. The costumes were also first-rate, from Emma Dean’s outrageous dress to Alex Jones’s elegant tuxedo. I was also very impressed with the little details that were incorporated, like the couples’ matching colors and their wedding rings. The set looked superb as always, thanks to the stagecraft class. I could easily live in it. The staircase was an interesting aesthetic focal point and the freehand artwork on the wall, painted by local artist Kim Holland, was a beautiful addition to the set. I was thoroughly impressed with the talent Christina Jaramillo and Rayne Grandy displayed in leading roles considering this is both their
first time on stage and their first year in advanced drama. Senior Chisholm Holland once again ruled the stage for his third year in the annual play and was strong and steady throughout. I was especially impressed by his long monologue at the end of Act II. Colton Seymour stole the spotlight when he appeared on stage during the second act as the bumbling Officer Welch. I never heard anyone drop a line, and if anyone did, it was easily covered by the other actors and actresses. Of course, the play was not flawless. It was a little low energy at times, with some tiring dialogue interspersed throughout the first act, but the show picked up pace exponentially during the second act. These very small details didn’t distract from the fact that once again, the Marlow Outlaw Speech Team has put on a great show. It was obviously great directing by both Paula McConnell and student director Erica Robinson. Overall, I give Friday’s matinee of Neil Simon’s “RUMORS” four stars.
Peck vaults to success
COURTNEY PECK
By Emma Dean
MHS exPRESS writer Self-proclaimed tomboy, this week’s Lion’s Club Student of the Week, Courtney Peck, has risen above the bar. Peck has been involved with pole-vaulting in track since
Editors-in-Chief Johannah Sherrill Emma Dean Assistant Editor Erica Robinson Layout Editor Johannah Sherrill Feature Editor Emma Dean
the sixth grade. “If I get a track scholarship I would like to go to Oral Roberts University or the University of Oklahoma; otherwise, I’m looking into Oklahoma State University,” Peck said. In college, Peck wants to major in nursing or something related to the medical field. “I want to get into a medical field because I like to help people,” Peck said. Growing up with a wrestling coach as a father and having an older brother, Peck says it has made her into the tough tomboy she is today and said her biggest inspiration has been her brother. “Jake has always been successful. He has always worked hard to succeed, which makes me work harder,” Peck said.
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This motivation has led Courtney to many triumphs as well. She is a three-time state track qualifier. She has won 3rd place in pole-vaulting her sophomore year, state runnerup her junior year and 3rd at the Meet of Champions. At the Meet of Champions, all winners and runner ups from all classes compete together. “I finished third behind two state champions,” Peck said. “One of them was the girl who broke the state record.” Preparing for this track season, Peck has her own goal in mind—to break the state record. To do so, she will have to make a 13-foot jump. While Peck’s current record is 10.6, she is striving for a championship with much support.
Head Photographer Erica Robinson Staff Photographers Kendra Cooper Rayne Grandy Ryan Taylor Adviser Sharon Bullard
“My dad is a good motivator. Even though he doesn’t completely understand the sport, he is always rooting me on,” Peck said. This support has given Peck the power to lead in other aspects. She is also the student council parliamentarian. This past summer she participated in Girl’s State, a program in which junior girls spend a week learning about government. “Courtney is one of the most talented individuals whether in student council, pole-vaulting, or in academics,” student council adviser Ann Field said. Courtney is the daughter of Mike and Kim Peck. She is also the sister to 2008 Marlow alumni, Jake Peck.
Marlow Outlaw band receives “1” rating The Marlow Outlaw Band received an overall rating of “1” at Rush Springs this past Tuesday at the pre-regional marching competition. Two of the three judges gave Marlow a “1,” while the third judge gave them a “2” rating. “We need work, but,
overall, it went pretty well for competing on a field that was not marked well,” senior brass player Amber Wheeler said. They will travel to Cameron University on Tuesday, October 19th, to compete in the OSSAA regional marching competition.
Around campus Friday October 15 End of 1st nine weeks HS FB Bridge Creek (H) 7:30 Saturday October 16 CC Regionals Monday October 18 All-Region Honor Choir Festival Tuesday October 19 Band Regional Marching Contest @ Lawton 7-8-9 FB @ Newcastle 5:00 Wednesday October 20 FFA National Convention @Indianapolis, IN
Thought for the Week “Generosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need.” -Kahlil Gibran
Powderpuffs?
ROYALTY. Voting is now underway for Powder Puff King. There are collection jars in the HS office. The senior boy who collects the most money will be King.
The MHS express is the student newspaper of Marlow High School. It is published every Thursday during the fall and spring semesters, except during holidays. The MHS exPRESS encourages comments from the student body, faculty, and administration in the form of letters to the editor. All letters must include a name for consideration; however, the name may be withheld upon request. Letters should be sent to Room 105 at MHS. The opinions expressed within the signed editorials are the opinions of the writers; the opinions expressed in unsigned, boxed editorials are the opinions of the staff. Neither is necessarily the opinion of the high school administration, staff, or faculty.
Every year, half a million babies are born prematurely in the United States, and Marlow’s Family Career and Community Leaders of America are doing their part to prevent this. Charla Jordan’s first hour class will be treated to a free breakfast as a reward for making the largest contribution to the March of Dimes fundraiser held by the FCCLA members last week. Her class raised a total of $127.72 to support the cause. “The breakfast isn’t that important to me, but I do love babies,” senior Breanne Vang said. Second place was Nick Scalf’s class with a total of
$109.98, followed by Sharon Bullard’s class with a total of $75.12. The high school alone donated a total of $639.19 to help support the cause. The March of Dimes was established in 1960 with a mission to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. This is the third year Marlow’s FCCLA chapter, advised by Leigh Heldermon, has competed in the Southwest IV Division of the March of Dimes fundraiser. The past two years they have raised the largest amount and they collected the traveling trophy. Their first year, they brought home the award after raising $4,068.86, and $2,754.44 second year.
After a combined donation of $1,900 given by the students and faculty of the Marlow elementary and middle schools, this year the group’s goal became to raise over $2,000. That goal was surpassed with a total of $2,912.35 collected. “Competing to raise money is fun, and it goes to a great cause,” FCCLA parliamentarian Colton Seymour said. Over the past three years of raising money Marlow FCCLA has raised a combined total of $9,735.65. “To raise $10,000 in three years is amazing, I’m speechless and I’m never speechless.” adviser Leigh Heldermon said. The FCCLA traveled to Marietta Tuesday and once again came home with the first place trophy.
COUNTING THE CASH. FFCLA members count donations made in first hour classes last week. (photo by Kendra Cooper)
Play leaves us laughing A review by Johannah Sherrill
RUMORS ABOUND. Senior Kasey McConnell warms up to senior Chisholm Holland as Sophomore Rayne Grandy and senior Donovan Smith react. (photo by Johannah Sherrill)
It isn’t often that you see an audience erupt into laughter when someone opens a pretzel bag, but if you were at the Marlow High School auditorium Friday morning it was absolutely ordinary. The matinee performance of Neil Simon’s “RUMORS,” put on by the Marlow Outlaw Speech Team, was a roaring success. The crowd was rolling, the actors were on fire and the set was completely flawless. The costumes were also first-rate, from Emma Dean’s outrageous dress to Alex Jones’s elegant tuxedo. I was also very impressed with the little details that were incorporated, like the couples’ matching colors and their wedding rings. The set looked superb as always, thanks to the stagecraft class. I could easily live in it. The staircase was an interesting aesthetic focal point and the freehand artwork on the wall, painted by local artist Kim Holland, was a beautiful addition to the set. I was thoroughly impressed with the talent Christina Jaramillo and Rayne Grandy displayed in leading roles considering this is both their
first time on stage and their first year in advanced drama. Senior Chisholm Holland once again ruled the stage for his third year in the annual play and was strong and steady throughout. I was especially impressed by his long monologue at the end of Act II. Colton Seymour stole the spotlight when he appeared on stage during the second act as the bumbling Officer Welch. I never heard anyone drop a line, and if anyone did, it was easily covered by the other actors and actresses. Of course, the play was not flawless. It was a little low energy at times, with some tiring dialogue interspersed throughout the first act, but the show picked up pace exponentially during the second act. These very small details didn’t distract from the fact that once again, the Marlow Outlaw Speech Team has put on a great show. It was obviously great directing by both Paula McConnell and student director Erica Robinson. Overall, I give Friday’s matinee of Neil Simon’s “RUMORS” four stars.
Peck vaults to success
COURTNEY PECK
By Emma Dean
MHS exPRESS writer Self-proclaimed tomboy, this week’s Lion’s Club Student of the Week, Courtney Peck, has risen above the bar. Peck has been involved with pole-vaulting in track since
Editors-in-Chief Johannah Sherrill Emma Dean Assistant Editor Erica Robinson Layout Editor Johannah Sherrill Feature Editor Emma Dean
the sixth grade. “If I get a track scholarship I would like to go to Oral Roberts University or the University of Oklahoma; otherwise, I’m looking into Oklahoma State University,” Peck said. In college, Peck wants to major in nursing or something related to the medical field. “I want to get into a medical field because I like to help people,” Peck said. Growing up with a wrestling coach as a father and having an older brother, Peck says it has made her into the tough tomboy she is today and said her biggest inspiration has been her brother. “Jake has always been successful. He has always worked hard to succeed, which makes me work harder,” Peck said.
Sports Editor Haleigh Hines News Editor Rayne Grandy Layout Assistant Tyler Hall Cartoonist Leah Waggoner Business Manager Rylie Turner
This motivation has led Courtney to many triumphs as well. She is a three-time state track qualifier. She has won 3rd place in pole-vaulting her sophomore year, state runnerup her junior year and 3rd at the Meet of Champions. At the Meet of Champions, all winners and runner ups from all classes compete together. “I finished third behind two state champions,” Peck said. “One of them was the girl who broke the state record.” Preparing for this track season, Peck has her own goal in mind—to break the state record. To do so, she will have to make a 13-foot jump. While Peck’s current record is 10.6, she is striving for a championship with much support.
Head Photographer Erica Robinson Staff Photographers Kendra Cooper Rayne Grandy Ryan Taylor Adviser Sharon Bullard
“My dad is a good motivator. Even though he doesn’t completely understand the sport, he is always rooting me on,” Peck said. This support has given Peck the power to lead in other aspects. She is also the student council parliamentarian. This past summer she participated in Girl’s State, a program in which junior girls spend a week learning about government. “Courtney is one of the most talented individuals whether in student council, pole-vaulting, or in academics,” student council adviser Ann Field said. Courtney is the daughter of Mike and Kim Peck. She is also the sister to 2008 Marlow alumni, Jake Peck.
Marlow Outlaw band receives “1” rating The Marlow Outlaw Band received an overall rating of “1” at Rush Springs this past Tuesday at the pre-regional marching competition. Two of the three judges gave Marlow a “1,” while the third judge gave them a “2” rating. “We need work, but,
overall, it went pretty well for competing on a field that was not marked well,” senior brass player Amber Wheeler said. They will travel to Cameron University on Tuesday, October 19th, to compete in the OSSAA regional marching competition.
Around campus Friday October 15 End of 1st nine weeks HS FB Bridge Creek (H) 7:30 Saturday October 16 CC Regionals Monday October 18 All-Region Honor Choir Festival Tuesday October 19 Band Regional Marching Contest @ Lawton 7-8-9 FB @ Newcastle 5:00 Wednesday October 20 FFA National Convention @Indianapolis, IN
Thought for the Week “Generosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need.” -Kahlil Gibran
Powderpuffs?
ROYALTY. Voting is now underway for Powder Puff King. There are collection jars in the HS office. The senior boy who collects the most money will be King.
The MHS express is the student newspaper of Marlow High School. It is published every Thursday during the fall and spring semesters, except during holidays. The MHS exPRESS encourages comments from the student body, faculty, and administration in the form of letters to the editor. All letters must include a name for consideration; however, the name may be withheld upon request. Letters should be sent to Room 105 at MHS. The opinions expressed within the signed editorials are the opinions of the writers; the opinions expressed in unsigned, boxed editorials are the opinions of the staff. Neither is necessarily the opinion of the high school administration, staff, or faculty.
