Over this past weekend, unbeknownst to many, Carry Evans drowned in Lake Simcoe, along with her friend Theresa. No one here knows Carrie or Theresa, except from what they hear on the news or read in the papers. This tragedy has hit home for me, as Carrie and I worked together at a summer day camp the past 4 summers.
I bet you're asking yourselves why you should care about someone who you don't even know?? - you don't understand. That could have been any one of us. It could be our school mourning the loss of 2 of our own. We went through this several years abo with the loss of Abby and Alvis, and I know how difficult that was for those who knew them. I guess the point that I'm trying to make, is that we as teens, think we are invincible. We don't think anything can hurt us.
A tragedy like the one occured over this past weekend is a wake up call, and should be taken very seriously. It also puts things in perspective, and we must sit, think, and evaluate our own lives. I ask you, no, beg you, to take caution in what you do. If you go out on a lake, wear a life preserver. If you dring, don't drive. Don't put yourself in a situation where you may get hurt. I know I must sound like a public service announcement, but please take this seriously. I'm not saying that you should live like hermits without taking chances, just use good judgement and be careful.
This summer, some of you will be put into situations where you have to make choices. I ask you to make the right ones - not only for your sake but for the sake of others who might be affected by it.
The Critic
Sofi, ed. recently sat down with Vice-President candidate Ameet Nathwani (a.k.a. Bones) for a few words about the upcoming S.A.C. elections:
MacNews: So, Meety - why do you want to be vice-prez next year?
Ameet: Girls....ha, I mean...I want to change the way the school is run.
M: How are you going to do that?
A: I want to let the students have a say. The S.A.C. is supposed to represent the students, and ask them what activities they want us to organise. We shouldn't be telling them what they want. It's unfair if the tastes of the students on the S.A.C. are the only ones reflected in the dances and other events.
M: How are you going to figure out what the tastes of the entire student body are?
A: Besides being open to all suggestions, I'd also like to have written surveys several times throughout the year where MAC students can provide feedback, as well as suggesting how we can do our jobs better.
M: I hear you've got a lot of S.A.C. experience.
A: Yeah, three years in total. I was rep in both grades 10 and 11; and this year I worked as an Executive Assistant.
M: Okay, here's the juicy question: who are you going to vote for for President?
A: I haven't decided yet. I think it's going to come down to their speeches. Either candidate would do an amazing job, and I'm friends with both of them, and can work well with both of them, so that's not an issue.
M: Thanks for your time. Any last plugs, jokes, or slogans?
A: Yeah, baby!
M: Okay, go ahead.
A: Yeah, baby! That's my slogan.
SO VOTE BONES FOR V.P.!
Despite the controversy (SNE?), anti-hype, bad choice of day (MAY 14th - could the timing have been any WORSE?) and a half-hour delay, this year's fashion show still managed to be an overwhelming success. The concept was the most original one yet (in my time, anyway); a "tour" of 14 of the world's most celebrated cities (Cairo, New York, Milan, London, Yerevan, Hong Kong, Kingston, Athens, Barcelona, Bombay, Nairobi, Rio De Janeiro, Paris, and Toronto).
The show also included a superbly choreographed scene from Grease that put the broadway show to shame. In fact, it was so good that we should consider putting Grease on as the school musical next year (How about it, Husini?)
Other highlights included the gorgeous original creations of fashion designer Anahid Babayan, Mr. Ambrose in a toga, Vicky's saran-wrap jacket, the people who provided the red laser "light show" between scenes (a la penultimate Seinfeld episode), Dan S. decked out as Kramer, the seizure-inducing strobe lights, and the free samples of Tommy cologne and Tommy Girl perfume.
The models this year were of all body types and colours, which added to the themes of multiculturalism and unity. The female models were poised and graceful, while the male models each had a distinct personality and exuded confidence. They also handled themselves well, especially in the light (or lack thereof) of technical problems, caused by a blown fuse. Though all the models got cheers (and the occasionally lustful scream) from the crowd, the clear favourites were Reena Patel (calm down, Kshamta!) and Danny Stoitsiadis, who stole the show.
A portion of the proceeds will go to two worthy causes: Princess Margaret Hospital, and the Suzanna Kazakova fund.
Congratulations to all the people behind the scenes whose organization and hard work made Odyssey '98 a truly memorable show.
Sofi, ed.
Do you need stress relief during exams? Is $2 too much for you to pay to go to a dance where the deejay doesn't play the music you like? Would you like to buy out of your worst class more often? Do you have Mac spirit coming out your wahzoo and nowhere to release it? All this could change by voting for Andrea Lui to represent you, your comments and your opinions in grade 12. Our Student Activity Council has money to spend and I want to spend it on you, the students. ANDREA LUI FOR GRADE 12 REP!
Hey, my friend Johnson is running for grade 12 SAC rep. You may have noticed that his signs aren't up all over school. Reason? He does no believe in destroying our environment for merely a 1 week campaign. So here is his message to you all:
VOTE 4 JOHNSON!
rainbo brite
SAC election day isn't even here yet, and already we are being presented with a veritable demonstration of blind-sightedness on the part of our leaders-to-be. Can't the candidates see past their own agenda, (getting into the SAC for the prestige, and hell it looks great on a resume), to realize they are ignoring more global concerns. What candidate hasn't succumbed to massive tree-killing (for shame!!!)??? (As a side note, did you know that trees scream when they're cut down?) plastering the school walls with their unoriginal propaganda, SAC wannabes have all but actually vocalized their advocacy of environmental destruction. (As if they would even take the time to recycle once the whole kit and kaboodle was over. Sigh! Only in a perfect world!) And these are the people who want to be leaders of our school. These are the people setting an example for the rest of the student body! The blind leading the blind....when will things change???
P.S. Congrats to Johnson H., grade 12 rep candidate, for going against the tide.
P.P.S. Back to last week, one more thought....why would the S.A.C. protest Nike sponsorship of Hoops for Heart when our very own president was postergirl for the conglomerate? Remember last year's campaign???
Nexus
Hello! I'm John Papamarko and I;m running for your Grade 12 representative. You may have seen me around the school, wearing a hat with my poster on it or my very colourful, homemade jacket. I think that I could be a great representative for you people. I'm very concerned about many different issues, including the duckies in the quad and those evil wooden fork thingies in the caf. I am very involved in the school and the community and I feel that I would be a great addition to the SAC. Remember, if you were running, I'd vote for you. Take care of yourself, and each other.
John Papamarko
P.S. Don't worry, Johnson - I'll recycle my posters!
I will never cooperate! I'll never surrender! Keep your laws off my body!
So, what am I ranting and raving about? The school, or perhaps the school board, is trying to dictate what we can and cannot wear to school! And they did the same thing with Tyrrell too, except now they are taking it too far! Here are the facts:
So how do Mac / Tyrrell students respond to these new rules? Like this: HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA!
(:CHEEKY:) and RESOL
Gemini
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GEMINI! You have your eyes on the person of your dreams. Now all you have to do is let 'em know you're interested. Geminis are born flirts, so this won't pose too much of a problem. If you do it soon s(he) may just be buying you dinner on your birthday.
Cancer
Whoo-hoo, you're a slick one! You're instant hot stuff this month. Score one for you.
Leo
One word: RELAX!
Virgo
I know it's fun to pick on grade nines, but some don't like that very much. Try not to slack during these final weeks.
Libra
You sexy thing! Don't you have quite the following! Well kick the leeches off, and spend some time with your friends.
Scorpio
Craving something? Well you won't get it if you don't work for it.
Sagitarius
Oh yah, you. You're boring. Nothing of great importance is going to happen to you. It may rain this week-end though.
Capricorn
Pick up your spirits! Something wicked this way comes.
Aquarius
Summer shopping is on your things to do list. Make sure you have the cash. Love is in the air for everyone but you.
Aries
Oh, the God of War has a boo-boo! Wipe the tears and grow up.
Pisces
Having your head in the clouds will not help you this close to exam time. But someone likes you regardless; try a Leo.
Taurus
Don't expect things to work in your favour just because you think you deserve it. Because in most cases you don't.
Your Role Model
Woman of 1004 moves
The Lion Heart
I got into the S.A.C. with KIM
Advisor of MacNews
The Greatest
The Master
The Show Stopper
And the Woman of all Women
SHORTIE