NEWS BRIEF: Parking Lot by Door 1 Closed to Students

     If you park in this parking lot, you will no longer be able to starting Monday, Aug. 8. The parking lot by Door 1 will be used for faculty parking for the remainder of the school year due to the construction team's taking of the normal faculty lot. All students should park in the South lot by Door 4.

RED VELVET: 2013

Recently, Pulse staff members notice that the popularity of Red Velvet has increased. Here are a few fun facts for lovers of Red Velvet.

Red Velvet Facts:

·         In most cases red velvet is actually just buttermilk cake with red food coloring.

·         Pertaining to the original red velvet recipe, the red is actually caused by a mixture of buttermilk and a small bit of cocoa.

·         Chocolate cupcakes have a reddish hue due to cocoa and buttermilk reacting with each other.

·         Cream cheese icing is commonly iced onto red velvet desserts, due to the high contrast of white and red.

Spring Sports Preview

By Cassidy Kelley

Baseball: Stand Tall, Talk Small, Play Ball

   Baseball is the All-American sport that is also considered to be America’s pastime. Mooresville High School isn’t an exception for the love of the game.

   Coach Eric McGaha has been the MHS boys’ baseball coach for the past two years after coming back from a two year break in order to spend more time with his family. Before then he had been the coach at MHS for eight consecutive seasons.

   “I’ve been blessed to have been the coach here on two separate occasions,” McGaha said.

   McGaha’s expectations for the team this year he says are quite simple: to play the best brand of baseball humanly possible. With 12 seniors on the roster, the boys are not lacking in experience. The only problem they face is getting the seniors focused on the daily task of getting better. When the weather starts to get warmer and the boys can go outside more, McGaha believes they’ll be sharper in their execution.

   Seniors Cole Long and Nathan Gilbert have been on the team for the past four years and have high hopes for the team.

   “We want to win sectionals,” Gilbert said. “And that’s when we face Terre Haute South.”

   “I’m really only concerned about Decatur,” Long said. “They are our biggest rival. But I’m hoping to win State.”

   The MHS baseball team has a lot of experience coming in this year, and is really excited to get outside and see their skill level improve on a daily basis.

   “I really want all of our teams to excel on and off the field this season, McGaha said.

Track: Respect All, Fear None

   The one quality present in every athlete is their individual drive. They’re on a team but there is always something personal pushing them to go on. No sport can show this quality more than track.

   MHS’s Clint Swalls has been coaching the MHS track and field team for six seasons and is excited to see the progress in this year’s team.

   “Our athletes set goals,” Swalls said. “They work hard each day and become quality people.”

   Sophomore Gracie Norton, also an MHS cheerleader, originally became interested in track and field in middle school.

   “I was a cheerleader,” Norton said. “I thought I might be decent at hurdles, so I started training over the summer.”

   The team practices every day after school for an hour and a half. The team is working towards making it to regionals, but hopefully be able to break some personal records along the way. Senior Jon Stapert, who is going into the Marines after he graduates, has been on the team for the past three years.

   “I try to work as hard as I can,” Stapert said. “I just like having to working. And it’s good practice since Marines run a lot.”

   Coach Swalls wants the team to be successful this year, and is proud of the good job they do of not basing success on wins and losses, but rather on completing the goals they wish to accomplish.

   “Our kids want to be coached and get better,” Swalls said.

Softball: Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend

   Whoever said “You play ball like a girl!” never met the MHS girls’ softball team. They’re not afraid to get down and dirty and go for the win.

   MHS’s own Traci Ball is going on her ninth year as head coach for the MHS’s girls’ softball team. This year she expects her team to be competitive in every game. They may not win, but she at least wants them to compete.

   “I think our strong point will be pitching,” Ball said. “We have three great pitchers that I believe will keep us in every game. I think the only weak point will be our inexperience. We are a very young team.”

   Senior Jeana Gregory has played for the school since her Paul Hadley days. She played a little of every sport when she was younger, and enjoys being able to be around her friends on the team while playing softball.

   “We practice two to three hours every day after school unless we have a game,” Gregory said. “It would be nice if we could win sectionals.”

   Coach Ball is shooting for sectionals and wants the girls to be aggressive on the field.

   “I want every player to take advantage of their opportunities they are given on the field and be aggressive,” Ball said.

   The MHS girls’ softball team hopes that faculty and students come out to watch them play. It should be a ton of fun.

Girls’ Tennis: Order on the Court

   At MHS, the only love coming from the girls’ tennis team is when they score on the court. Hard-working and determined, their goals are high this year.

   This year’s team has not only worked hard in conditioning due to the cold weather, but also worked during the off season. After making it to sectionals last year for the first time in MHS history, the girls have a lot to work up to.

   “Our sectional win and regional visit last year was amazing,” Coach Michael Teders said. “And the girls have been able to build off of their success.”

   Going on his tenth season as coach, Teders has a lot to look forward to. Since the girls have only been able to go outside only once this season for practice because of the weather, they’ve done a lot of conditioning to keep in shape.

   “We practice from 3:30 to 5:30 after school and do a lot of running,” Junior Michelle Majeski said. “It’s really cold outside.”

   Majeski likes the game not only because of the wins, but also because of her teammates. She says they are the best set of girls and they have no divas or ‘cliques’ within the group. But this sport is not all fun and games.

   “When you’re younger, you get taught the basics of tennis,” Majeski said. “Tennis requires more individual technique.”

   The team hopes to make it past conference and sectionals, then to go on to regionals and come back with a win.

  

Boys’ Golf: Where Your Most Feared Opponent, is Yourself

   Golf is both the quietest sport and the one that requires full concentration. Crowds of people wait with bated breath, not wanting to disturb the golfers.

   Into his fifth year coaching, Ernie Adams is anticipating this year’s golf season.

   “Our expectations are very high this season,” Adams said. “We have outstanding players who have made the commitment to work hard and improve their skills.”

   Captains Broden Chapmen and Brady Sappenfield are the paragon of that statement. Broden, a senior at MHS, has played for the school all four years and plans to continue playing at Marian University.

   “My dad has encouraged me to play since I was a little kid,” Chapman said.

   Sappenfield is a junior at MHS and has also played the sport as long as he’s been at the school. His father also encouraged him to play. To him, the best part about the game is winning, but he gets nervous at the first tee-shot at sectionals.

   “We want to win the conference tournament and win sectionals,” Sappenfield said.

   The team has shown that they have a great amount of talent this year, and could ultimately reach the State Finals. They also want to place high in other Invitationals that they play. For now though, they want to win the Mid-State Conference tournament and place in the top three in the sectional.

   “I hope the other students at MHS recognize our players and encourage them. Our guys are proud to wear the Blue and Gold,” Coach Adams said.

Video: ECA Boot Camp

From our News Partners on the MHS Broadcast Team:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDstfExqT7s

"Lent" Me a Hand

by Taylor Childs 

  “I’m going through sugar withdrawal,” junior Michelle Majeski said.

   Have you heard this before or complaints like it? Know why your friends are giving up their vices and abstaining from meat? Lent has begun! But what is Lent exactly?

   Lent is a time of spiritual preparation for the celebration of Easter. It is a time of self -examination and reflection.  Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Saturday, Lent lasts 40 days, not including Sundays.

   Observers of this tradition are predominately all Eastern Christians (Orthodox), all Roman Catholics, and some Protestant denominations.

   During this time, observers abstain from the consumption of meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all remaining Fridays. These are marked as Fasting Days, and some observers refrain from snacking between meals.

   Historically, the 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness and the practice of fasting was meant to help unify people who could afford meat with poor people who couldn’t. The name Lent comes from the Anglo Saxon word lencten, meaning “spring.”

   In addition to refraining from eating meat, Lent is often a time when Christians give up something pleasurable, resisting their temptations as Jesus resisted the temptations of Satan in the wilderness.

   Currently, a trend among youth observers is health and fitness. Many MHS students are participating in Lent this year, just as they had in previous years.

   Sophomore Samantha McQueen said she is giving up sweets, cookies and junk food, Junior Caitlin Brown in giving up fast food, Junior Molly Tieman is giving up chips, and Junior Katelyn Lowe is bringing her lunch every day. 

   Junior Zach Benge is also giving up desserts and candy.

   “I want to start eating better, and Lent seemed a good place to start,” Benge said.

   Majeski is giving up pop.

    “It’s an addiction,” Majeski said. “I rely on it. Last year it was gum and pop.”

   Just as many others, Majeski has been observing since she was little.

    “When I was younger, in middle school, it was to eat veggies at every meal,” Majeski said.

   Junior Sydney Kanouse, giving up sweets, candy, and most baked goods, has been observing for about 15 years with her whole family.

   “Kind of what you give up helps you in what you lack,” Kanouse said.

   Unhealthy foods aren’t the only option. Last year, junior Jacob Tooley reduced his video game and TV time to only five hours.

   “It’s my Christian duty,” Tooley said.

   Sophomore Elizabeth Brock is refraining from fighting with her mother.

  “Me and my mom fight a lot, so we decided to be nice to each other,” Brock said.

   Another observer is participating not because of religion, but solely for the challenge. Junior Jade Broer is giving up milk, soda, meat, junk food, and biting her nails.

  “I do it every year just for the challenge,” Broer said.  

   Lent will last until Holy Saturday, which is on March 30th this year.

Sources:

http://thelewisflyer.com/2010/02/26/lent-for-dummies/

http://www.umc.org/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=lwL4KnN1LtH&b=4841001&ct=3334445

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/what-is-lent-and-how-is-it-observed.html

http://sjenews.blogspot.com/2013/02/lent-for-dummies.html

YEARBOOKS ON SALE NOW

MHS Yearbook Sales

   Students of MHS, the last chance to order 2013 yearbooks is coming up. All payments are due on April 15, and the yearbook can be purchased via mailing an order form to Herff Jones, Inc. or by ordering online at www.yearbookordercenter.com use order #40256.

 Make your purchase now!

Shake It for Charity: Dance Marathon

   On Saturday, March 23 the Student Council will be hosting a Dance Marathon in support of Riley Children’s Hospital from 1 pm to 5 pm.

   “This year we’re trying to get as many people as possible to go,” student body president Mandy Carroll said. “By raising money, we could save someone’s life.”

   The fundraiser operates much like the Race for the Cure, allowing students to register to dance and do a variety of other activities, including ping pong, crafts, basketball, cornhole, a bouncehouse and a photobooth. Participants are required to raise $20 each for the Riley Children’s Hospital.

   “We would like to raise over $2000 and we are already almost halfway there,” media specialist Barbara Goddard said.

   This year, the Dance Marathon will officially be connected to the Riley Children’s Hospital for the first time. 

   “We are excited to have (MHS prom DJ) Heartbreak DJ at the marathon,” Goddard said. “We have the same DJ, but it’s a lot cheaper than Prom.”

MHS will have Spirit Days next week for the Dance Marathon.

   “It’s more about hearing stories from Riley Children’s Hospital families and being inspired than dancing,” Carroll said. “It’s about making a difference.”

Smoked Out (Upstairs Photos)

Photos from the upstairs of MHS after the smokeout. Photos by Mrs. Ada Clark.

Upstairs Locker Retrieval Information

If you have items in your locker upstairs that are absolutely necessary for you to retrieve (keys, etc.) stop by ISS between classes to fill out a request slip. Only essential items will be retrieved.

Thursday Information for Students

NEED TO KNOW - STUDENT INFORMATION FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 14

1. The upstairs hallway and classrooms will be closed until further notice.

2. On Thursday, students will report first to Period 3, so staff members can deliver belongings to students who left them in upstairs classrooms.

3. Upstairs classrooms have been relocated. See the schedule below.

Visit http://www.mooresvilleschools.org/schools/mhs/march-14-information for more information.

Yearbook Construction Clearinghouse

Retrieve Backpacks and Persona Items from 1 - 2 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE - FROM MHS FACEBOOK PAGE

We have received word from the restoration company and our facilities department that students may retrieve backpacks and personal items from the MHS second floor from 1 - 2 p.m. today. This is the ONLY time our staff will be able to retrieve these items. Students should enter Door 1 and will not be allowed to go beyond the school lobby. They will be asked to describe the items and which classroom they are in. Only the student or a parent/guardian will be able to pick up the items. We will not release any items to others and all items remaining will continue to be secured and available for pickup when students return to school.

We appreciate your understanding and assistance in this matter. Crews are working very hard to get our school up and running as quickly as possible and we appreciate their flexibility in allowing the pickup of personal items.

News Release: Disney Named MHS Principal

NEWS RELEASE:

Disney Named Mooresville High School Principal

Mooresville, Ind. –
The Mooresville Schools Board of Directors unanimously approved the appointment of Brian Disney as the next principal of Mooresville High School. Disney is currently the assistant principal at Franklin Central High School, where he oversees the guidance department, handles student management, and provides instructional leadership for teacher evaluations and teacher professional learning communities. He will join Mooresville Schools this summer.

"I am very excited to have the opportunity to join the school community in Mooresville where there is long tradition of academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence," said Disney. "I look forward to working with the dedicated and passionate educators in Mooresville as we become an Indiana Premier High School. I am thrilled to work with our students and parents in preparing our graduates to make significant lifelong contributions to our global society. I am inspired by the partnership between the school and community to provide a springboard for our students into their college and career endeavors."

A screening team of school staff members and district administrators took part in the interview process, choosing Disney from several candidates. The team recommended Disney at Tuesday evening’s School Board meeting.

"There is no doubt that Brian is the right person and educational leader to serve at the MHS helm at this specific time in Mooresville history," said Superintendent Brad Lindsay. "His experiences, professionalism, and passion are a winning combination which will serve Mooresville well making better happen for our students, staff, parents and community."

Disney previously taught mathematics at Brownsburg High School, serving as the lead teacher for Algebra 1 as the curriculum was being aligned with the Indiana End of Course Assessments. He also served as Varsity Girls Basketball Coach for two years. Disney also served as Director of Guidance and a Guidance Counselor at Zionsville Community High School, where he served as the director of testing, the coordinator of dual credit coursework, and co-developer of the school’s master schedule.

"Brian clearly stood out as someone who would do a great job leading MHS," said screening team member Kelly Blackwell. Blackwell, an MHS math teacher and MHS alumnus, added, "After having the opportunity to talk with him and learn about his skills and experiences, it’s obvious he will be a great fit for the MHS team."

"We were impressed with not only his skills, but also who Brian Disney is as a person," said MHS Science Department Chairperson and screening team member Kim Zook. "We’re excited to have him as part of our school."

Disney earned both his Administrative Licensure and Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis. He earned his undergraduate degree from Butler University, where he graduated Cum Laude.

"Mooresville is leading the way in educational reform to prepare students for global citizenship," said Disney. "In addition to devotion to student learning and growth, there is commitment to adult learning through professional learning communities and best practices. The 1-to-1 technology implementation and upcoming building project are essential for our students' futures. The dedication to providing more individualized learning opportunities for our students will become a model for other schools. All of this is accomplished through a partnership between the schools, parents, students, and Mooresville community. Mooresville is a unique and exciting school community."

Disney and his wife, Tracy, have one daughter, Kate.
 

MHS Not in Session Wed. 3/13

Official Statement from Mooresville Schools Web Site: http://bit.ly/YYzRNV

MHS Closed on March 13, 2013

03/12/2013

Mooresville High School will not be in session Wednesday, March 13, due to cleanup from smoke damage on the second floor of the building and the need to shut down air handling systems. Mooresville Schools administration has been in contact with the Indiana Dept. of Education and has been informed that the day will not need to be made up. This day off school will not affect our graduation schedule.

All other Mooresville Schools, including Paul Hadley Middle School, will be in session during normal hours tomorrow and bus routes for those schools will run as usual.

We want to thank all of our middle and high school students and staff for their outstanding job during today’s evacuation and early dismissal. We also greatly appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our parents as we worked to keep students safe.

We are thankful for our local fire departments for all of their help to quickly contain the fire, which affected a small area within a single room, and to control the situation. We are cooperating fully with local law enforcement in their investigation of the incident and appreciate their support.

We plan on MHS students returning to school at the normal time Thursday. Crews are working diligently to get MHS operational as soon as possible. The second floor of the building will likely be off limits later this week. We will assist students with retrieving personal items left in second floor classrooms once school resumes. Those items have been secured.

We will communicate any further information as it becomes available through parent emails, our website, and school social media. This includes changes to any extracurricular activities scheduled for Wednesday.

Pulse Shorts: Principle Qualities in New Principal

 As Mooresville Schools looks to hire a new MHS principal, students weigh in on qualities they would like to see in the new principal.


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'Watch' On! Spring Play Tonight

by Taylor Childs  

 The theater department is getting ready for their premier of Play On tonight, Thursday March 7^th at 7 p.m. in the Mooresville High School Auditorium, with a follow up performance on Friday the 8^th. Admission is $5 for anyone over the age of five.

   This year’s play is actually a play within a play, commonly referred to among the cast as “playception.”

   “The writer keeps changing everything last minute, and on the opening night, everything that could go wrong, does,” senior MacKinsey Taylor said.

   The idea of a play within a play was new for some of the cast, but overall well liked.

   "It sounds like a great idea. The crowds really going to like it," junior Josh Passey said.

   The play is agreed to be great for a high school production.

   "It's good for high school students to watch and act in. It shows the hilarious truths of what goes on in a play,” student teacher Kaitlyn Yearwood said.

   The play must be a crowd pleaser; it's actually a redo from 10 years ago, but with some changes to allow more chances for casting.

   “I added some characters and twists,” director Melanie Kassen said, “Fools was also a redo. “

   Much thought goes into the picking of a play for the spring production.

   “I want to enjoy it and connect with it personally, because I spend so much time on the play. I also look at the crew that's returning, and try to pick a play that will allow a lot of spots,” Kassen said.

   This year’s play will be a first for more than just freshman. Junior Josh Passey and sophomore Ricky Yutmeyer are fresh to experience.

   "It was a little weird because I had never taken her classes, and walking in against people that had taken them, but I took musical theater and enjoyed it, so I thought, why not," Passey said.

   For another, the spotlight seemed appealing from the crew backstage.

   "I was helping out last year, stage crew, and my friend really loved it. Just how great last year’s play was," Yutmeyer said. 

   Even though they weren't freshman, the two novices still had their doubts.

   "At first I didn't know I would make it, but the second day Hannah and I did a love scene and everyone thought it was amazing," Yutmeyer said.

   Passey just focused on the upside.

   "I felt pretty good about getting a part," Passey said.

   Several of the cast members even act outside of school. Freshman Cearra Guisbert, freshman Maryssa Small, sophomore Austin Webster and senior Caitlin Goings and are a part of community theaters.

    For some, this is just a hobby.

   “My love for theater is growing bigger and bigger, I’ll enjoy it the next two years. I don’t think I’ll pursue it after high school but that might change,” Yutmeyer said.

   And for others it’s hopefully the beginning of a career. Caitlin Goings has been acting since she was 10.

   “I have a tryout over spring break at the New York film academy. Then I have try out in March at the American Musical and Drama Academy,” Goings said. 

   Some of the actors can relate greatly to their characters, while others are complete opposites.

   MacKinsey Taylor, playing Gerry, a lead, has the opposite personality as her role. “She gets to boss everyone around and take charge,” Taylor said.

   These actors are eager to showcase their talents, so go to the premier and show support for the drama department.

Lent me a Hand: What is This Observance?

by Taylor Childs
   “I’m going through sugar withdrawal,” junior Michelle Majeski said.

   Have you heard this before or complaints like it? Know why your friends are giving up their vices and abstaining from meat? Lent has begun! But what is Lent exactly?

   Lent is a time of spiritual preparation for the celebration of Easter. It is a time of self -examination and reflection.  Beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Saturday, Lent lasts 40 days, not including Sundays.

   Observers of this tradition are predominately all Eastern Christians (Orthodox), all Roman Catholics, and some Protestant denominations.

   During this time, observers abstain from the consumption of meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all remaining Fridays. These are marked as Fasting Days, and some observers refrain from snacking between meals.

   Historically, the 40 days represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness and the practice of fasting was meant to help unify people who could afford meat with poor people who couldn’t. The name Lent comes from the Anglo Saxon word lencten, meaning “spring.”

   In addition to refraining from eating meat, Lent is often a time when Christians give up something pleasurable, resisting their temptations as Jesus resisted the temptations of Satan in the wilderness.

   Currently, a trend among youth observers is health and fitness. Many MHS students are participating in Lent this year, just as they had in previous years.

   Sophomore Samantha McQueen said she is giving up sweets, cookies and junk food, Junior Caitlin Brown in giving up fast food, Junior Molly Tieman is giving up chips, and Junior Katelyn Lowe is bringing her lunch every day. 

   Junior Zach Benge is also giving up desserts and candy.

   “I want to start eating better, and Lent seemed a good place to start,” Benge said.

   Majeski is giving up pop.

    “It’s an addiction,” Majeski said. “I rely on it. Last year it was gum and pop.”

   Just as many others, Majeski has been observing since she was little.

    “When I was younger, in middle school, it was to eat veggies at every meal,” Majeski said.

   Junior Sydney Kanouse, giving up sweets, candy, and most baked goods, has been observing for about 15 years with her whole family.

   “Kind of what you give up helps you in what you lack,” Kanouse said.

   Unhealthy foods aren’t the only option. Last year, junior Jacob Tooley reduced his video game and TV time to only five hours.

   “It’s my Christian duty,” Tooley said.

   Sophomore Elizabeth Brock is refraining from fighting with her mother.

  “Me and my mom fight a lot, so we decided to be nice to each other,” Brock said.

   Another observer is participating not because of religion, but solely for the challenge. Junior Jade Broer is giving up milk, soda, meat, junk food, and biting her nails.

  “I do it every year just for the challenge,” Broer said.  

   Lent will last until Holy Saturday, which is on March 30th this year.

Sources:

http://thelewisflyer.com/2010/02/26/lent-for-dummies/

http://www.umc.org/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=lwL4KnN1LtH&b=4841001&ct=3334445

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/what-is-lent-and-how-is-it-observed.html

http://sjenews.blogspot.com/2013/02/lent-for-dummies.html

No school for Wednesday, March 6

Enjoy the snow!

Volunteering Locations

   National Honor Society requires seniors to log 36 hours of volunteering by the end of their senior year. For those who are unsure of where to get volunteer hours, here are a few places and ideas of where to go:

Specific Programs:

·         Churches in Mission: Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

·         Morgan County Humane Society (age restrictions)

·         Mooresville Public Library (pages are needed)

·         The Mooresville Senior Center (especially for their rummage sale)

·         Multiple Sclerosis Association of America- Swim for MS to raise awareness; set a swim goal and invite others to get involved

·         CitiIMPACT Volunteer Missions (Christian Humanitarian & Missions) Help tackle causes such as poverty, injustice and cleaning up disaster zones

·         AMIGOS: Travel and volunteer in Latin America. (education, environmental and community health projects)

·         American Public Media: Talk with a reporter and answer questions about subjects that may be worthy of a story.

Ideas:

·         Boys’ and Girls’ Club

·         Daycares

·         St. Francis Hospital

·         Pioneer Park

·         Community Foundation

·         Elementary School Events

Boys’ Basketball Sectional Results

   Mooresville Boys’ Basketball beat Terre Haute South 71-68 after two over-times on Friday, March 1. Their championship game against Martinsville was on Saturday, March 2, and Mooresville lost 56-64 after two over-times.

   Good job boys for a great season!