Class of 2011 top ten reveal tidbits

Julia Kim Staff Writer 1. Mitu Bhattatiry College: Columbia University Major: Biomedical Engineering (BME) or Financial Engineering Number of “I Rock CHS” shirts: 7 Advice to incoming freshmen: Join clubs and never take tests on an empty stomach – it’s torture What are you going to miss most about CHS?: The accessibility of the students, teachers, and counselors – everyone part of the southern hospitality Favorite study snack: A bowl of Lucky Charms or Fruit Loops Guilty pleasure: Infomercials Biggest pet peeve: Impossibly difficult-to-open and dangerous packaging My bucket list: 1) Get in a food fight (like the ones in movies) 2) Learn how to use chopsticks 3) Watch a scary movie 4) Learn how…

Photography club snaps back into action

For those students who have never been able to fit a photography class into their overfilled schedule, yet have always wanted to learn more about the art, the Shutterbugs Club is ideal. Offering the opportunity to both learn how to take photographs and enhance dormant skills, the club will host its first meeting of the year tomorrow,  September 16th, in Mrs. Pellegrino’s room (A107). The meeting starts at 4:00 and should last for roughly ten minutes. This first meeting will cover the basics of the club, upcoming events and T-shirts. Though started last year, this year Shutterbugs members will have the opportunity to interact in a series of different events, ranging from snapping photographs around the school to…

AP IB Council held to address complaints

by Melissa Brisco staff writer For years, juniors have filled their schedule with as many AP classes in a quest for a spot in the top 25 percent, top 10 percent or even top 10 students. This year, with the introduction of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, the GPA race has become is becoming even more intense. Some students which decided not to join the IB program, and opted for AP classes instead think their class ranks are being negatively affected as a direct result of the IB program. Therefore, CHS administration decided to hold a GPA council to address the complaints. “Anytime students feel something is not fair, especially an issue as important as…

Eichenberger brings new life to photography club

by Melissa Brisco staff writer This year more than ever, it seems that CHS has developed an intense passion for photography; cameras are everywhere and sites like ‘flickr’ are becoming increasingly popular. Students in International Baccalaureate (IB), in addition to the requirement of taking higher level classes, also have to complete requirements for certain hours. One such set of hours that IB students have to complete is ‘creative hours’. Junior IB student Audrey Eichenberger has found an inventive and productive way of completing her hours. Eichenberger is resurrecting the CHS Shutterbugs Club. Eichenberger’s need for IB hours, passion for photography and CHS’ scheduling problems inspired her to bring back the Shutterbugs photography club. “I knew…

SADD prepares for Red Ribbon Week

In preparation for the upcoming Red Ribbon week, SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) have begun preparing themes and decorations to place around the school in order to raise awareness about drunken decisions while driving. The themes for next week involve: Friends Don’t Let Friends Do Drugs (twin day), Put a Cap on Drugs (hat day), Band out Drugs (wear a band T-shirt), Sock em Up (wear silly socks) and on Friday, a Red Out (wear red). “I joined SADD because I am aware of many people who have fallen under the influence of drugs and alcohol,” junior SADD member Audrey Eichenberger said. “I want to provide a positive influence to end this sweeping epidemic.” During the…