November 2011 Edition

Inside this

Edition:Cyberbullying

Christmas Wish List

Senior Spotlight

Texting and Driving

Staff Recipes

Troops Homecoming

Students Thanksgiving Traditions

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Farmer’s Almanac 2011-2012 Winter Weather Prediction

For the winter of 2011–12, the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting “clime and punishment,” a season of unusually cold and stormy weather. For some parts of the country, that means a frigid climate; while for others, it will mean lots of rain and snow.

The upcoming winter looks to be cold to very cold for the Northern Plains, parts of the Northern Rockies, and the western Great Lakes. In contrast, above-normal temperatures are expected across most of the southern and eastern U.S. Near-normal temperatures are expected in the Midwest and Far West, and in southernFlorida.

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CONTENTS

November Calendar of Events.............................................. 3

December Calendar of Events...............................................4

Cyberbullying.........................................................................5

Holiday Features.................................................................6-9

Staff Special (Holiday Recipes).......................................10-11

Sports..............................................................................12-15

Opinion/Column...........................................................16-18

Reviews................................................................................19

Advertisement.................................................................20-22

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Daniel StephansNews Writer

Cheyanne MastNews Writer

Jourdain BrooksSports

Jered RossStudent Life

Leetha RoweNews Writer

Kaelynn BurchettStudent Life

London PostonFeatures

Sami KretzerSports

Miranda SmithArts &

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North Kansas City Invitational-Debate

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North Kansas City Invitational-Debate

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2 hour early out

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No School-Thanksgiving

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No School

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Boys BB vs. Lafayette (A) V/JV/FR5:00p

Wrestling vs. Pleasant Hill (A)6:30p

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Truman High School-Debate

Boys BB vs. Harrisonville V/JV(A) 5:30p

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St. Joe Central JV Tournament JV (A)

Boliver Wrestling Invitational V (A) 9:30a

Indoor Soccer begins-BHS gym 11:30a

Girls BB vs. Raytown V/JV (A) 1/2:30p

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Wrestling vs. Odessa/Lathrop V/JV (H) 6:00p

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Boys BB vs. Maryville V/JV (A) 5:30p

Benton Quad V/JV (H) 5:30p

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Raytown South-Debate

Girls BB vs. Harrisonville V/JV/FR (H) 6:00p

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Excelsior Springs JV Tournament (A)9:30a

Indoor Soccer begins-BHS gym 11:30a

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Boys BB vs. Savannah V/JV/FR (A) 5:00p

Benton Tri Match V/JV (H) 6:00p

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Girls BB vs. Bishop LeBlond V (A) TBA

Boys BB vs. Bishop LeBlond V (A) TBA

Winter Choir Concert-BHS Auditorium 7:00p

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Girls BB vs. Central V (H) TBA

Boys BB vs. Central V (H) TBA

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Girls BB vs. Savannah V/JV/FR (A) 5:00p

Boys BB vs. Schlagle V/JV (A) 5:30p

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BY BRITTANY BOGGESS

Have you ever encountered that awkward moment when you go to get on the world wide web and see your name on everyone’s news feed, being verbally abused to the point it’s broadcasted all over the Internet? This very thing is the latest trend that teens have picked up on, and it has gotten so out-of-hand that there’s now a name for it; it’s called “cyberbullying”. Cyberbullying is when one person, or various groups of people, try to threaten, or embarrass, someone else by using a mobile phone or the Internet. Those who take part in online bullying tend to use a group of friends to target their victim or victims. They will ask others to add a photo, or a comment, on a certain website, or forward something through text messaging on their cell phone. Most of the time these bullies don’t even realize they are actually bullying someone; they look at it as getting even, or “righting a wrong” that was done to them. This year a poll from the AP/MTV found that 56 percent of teens have been the victims in cases of cyberbullying. In a poll taken in 2009 from the same organization, only 46 percent of teens had been a victim of cyberbullying. As more and more teens are allowed access to computers and cell phones, the act of cyberbullying is beginning to rapidly rise. Effects of cyberbullying are not only happening on street corners and school’s, but in the home, as well. Twenty-four hours a day kids who are cyberbullied feel they have no place to go to escape. Severe cyberbullying can lead victims who are at a greater risk for anxiety, to become depressed, and/or have other stress-related disorders. In very rare cases, some victims have resorted to suicide. The punishment for cyberbullies often includes suspension from school, as well as kicked off any extracurricular activities they may be involved with. Certain types of cyberbullying can also lead to violating a school code of conduct such an anti-discrimination, or sexual harassment rule, and lead to criminal charges. Many teens who are being cyberbullied are afraid to confront their peers, often because they feel ashamed of their social status, or they fear their computer and cell phone privileges will be taken away. When teens were asked why they think cyberbullying occurs, 81 percent said because the cyberbullies think it’s funny. Other teens believe that they

don’t consider it a big deal, and most certainly don’t consider the consequences. Teens also say, “Everybody’s doing it,” so there’s no way they’ll get caught. The signs that a child is a victim of cyberbullying vary, but a few signs to look for are: emotional distress during or after using the Internet, withdrawal from friends and activities, avoiding school or group gatherings, decline in grades, "acting out" in anger at home, sudden changes in mood, behavior, sleep, and loss of appetite.

In the case of cyberbullying, teens have found ways to prevent it by refusing to pass along a bullies message, encouraging friends to stop bullying others, block communication with bullies, and reporting instances of cyberbullying to a trusted adult. You can also help prevent cyberbullying by speaking up to other peers, teachers, and school administrator to come up with ways to prevent cyberbullying. Remember, the world wide web is accessible to billions of people globally; not just to your friends and family. Even though you may not see a cyberbully, or their victim, it is real and is happening all around you. If you wouldn’t say it in person, then don’t say it

online. Delete cyberbullying. Don’t write it, don’t forward it, and don’t tolerate it. This is one teen trend that needs to be stopped, and the only way to do that is to speak up and speak out against it.

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By Brittany Boggess

The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving

Day parade first appeared in 1924. This parade is presented by Macy’s

Department Store and is the second oldest parade in America right behind

the Thanksgiving Day parade held in

Detroit, Michigan. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is 3 hours

long and is held in New York City.

In the 1920’s, many of the Macy’s

department store employee’s were

first-generation immigrants. Proud to be a part of the American culture, the

employee’s decided to celebrate the countries Thanksgiving celebration

with a festival that many of their

ancestors loved to have back home in Europe.

The Macy’s parade starts at 77th Avenue in New York City, and ends at

Herald Square, where the first Macy’s

department store was built.

Altogether, the parade route totals 6

miles long.

The Macy’s parade is known for its

variety of floats and balloons, each year a new one being introduced, but

never replacing a previous one. The

oldest balloon making its appearance every year is “Felix the Cat” which

made its first debut in 1927. The oldest float in the parade is “Tom the

Turkey” who made his first

appearance in 1971. This years additions to the parade will be “Sonic

the Hedgehog” and “Universal Orlando Resort”.

The Macy’s parade will be

broadcast live on Thanksgiving Day starting at 9 am. This year will be a

commemorative year, celebrating 85 years of tradition. This will truly be

one to watch!

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS

THANKSGIVING?

“Making dinner with my family.”~Alex Wilson

“Running the Turkey Trot with my mom.” ~Skylie Hughs

Macy’s Parade1924

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WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS CHRISTMAS?

“Going shopping at the Oak Park

Mall.” ~Junior

LindsayWilliams

“Spending time with my family.” ~Mr. Snider

Benton Teacher’s Wish List

World peace-Mrs. TalbotGift card for running clothes-Mrs. Nash

Ipad-Mr. JohnsonMoney donation to the advent conspiracy

-Ms. HerbertHippopotamus-Mr. Reynolds

Bicycle trainer-Mr. GierBooks and a Kindle-Mrs. Corey

Nook tablet-Mrs. PainDiploma free-Mr. KnightGood health-Mrs. Snapp

Successful basketball season-Mr. RossPeace, love, and happiness-Mr. Paolillo

Kindle fire-Mrs. JonesTazer-Mr. Turner

For the homeless in Joplin to find happiness this season-Mrs. Michaud

Walt Disney Christmas ParadeBy Daniel Stephan

During the Christmas season, cities across the country begin to celebrate the holidays in their own way. Christmas, or holiday, parades seem to be the most

popular way of celebrating the season. The Walt Disney Amusement Parks join in the countries holiday celebrations by having their own parade down Main Street, USA. This parade features special guests like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Pluto, Scrooge McDuck, and Chip n’ Dale. The parade also includes several elaborate Disney floats featuring celebrities, musical performances, and marching bands from schools and groups all over the country, The parade used to take place on Christmas Day, but in the early 90‘s, when Disney’s partnership changed from CBS to ABC, the parade began taking place earlier in the holiday season, was videotaped, and then aired on Christmas Day. This year will be Disney’s 26th annual Christmas parade and will feature guests such as the Jonas Brothers, Selena Gomez, “American Idol” winner Kris Allen, USC Marching Band, Demi Lovato, and the puppies from the Disney movie “Santa Buddies”. The two-hour special will air on December 25 at 10 am on ABC.

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St. Joe’s Holiday ParkCheyanne Mast The Holiday Park began in 1981, when a group of “Optimists” came to the Parks and Recreation Director with a dream to convert Krug Park into a “Winter Wonderland.” After a contest was held among the cities elementary schools, “Holiday Park” became the official name for Krug’s winter lights. In 2010, close to 100,000 people visited Holiday Park. Holiday Park is the largest seasonal display in northwest Missouri, and a “must visit” place in St. Joseph for the holiday season. Krug Park has a living nativity scene, complete with sheep and a donkey, as well as

several computerized displays. At the southern end of the Parkway, Hyde Park will also have a dazzling light display. Setting up Holiday Park takes about a month and a half, and the majority of the park employees chip in, through the wet and cold, to help out. Holiday Park will be open Friday, November 25-Sunday, January 8 from 6-10 pm (including Christmas night).

Benton’s Wish List

Street bike-Bobby BerschenkHello Kitty stuff-Taylor Cayton

Car-Jessica JamesLaptop-Bethany Domann

Deer rifle-Dylan McCellanCandy-Jacee ThomasAirplane-Jakey Lian

Gorilla-Trenton YoungerSpiderman stuff-Ashley Higgins

AR15 Deer rifle-Alex HunstmanOrange Camaro-Katie Hall

My two front teeth-Kyle KendelPuppy-Kay Brown

2010 Camaro-Dylan WiggingtonBig Wheel-Ruben Cosslyeon

Graphing calculator-Andee WhalertNew car-Zack HayesCamera-Molly Gach

Red Camaro w/black stripe-Taylor GartonMiss Me jeans-Sydney Miller

No snow!-Courtney HigginsCar-Jacob Braswell

A big truck-Colby DavisHorse-Shelby Ewart

Laptop-Rilea BirkinshaeBlack Mercury Mariner-Faith Hildebrand

Miss Me jeans-Mariah PunnellPhone-Tim Vanderver

Texas stuff-Shelby HudsonSome chicken-Courtney Williams

Top 10 Christmas MoviesBy Leetha Rowe

A Christmas Story-1983It’s a Wonderful Life-1946

The Muppet’s Christmas Carol-1992Planes, Trains, and Automobiles-1987

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation-1989The Polar Express-2004

Home Alone-1990Elf-2003

Miracle on 34th Street-1947Scrooged-1988Quisque vitae lorem

Money saving tip this Christmas

season:Watch the newspapers for

coupons and store sales!

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HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS!

BY JERED ROSS

CHRISTMAS IS A HOLIDAY FOR EVERYONE TO JOIN TOGETHER AND UNITE AS ONE. IT’S A TIME FOR JOY, A TIME TO SEE FAMILIES SINGING CHRISTMAS CAROLS TOGETHER, A TIME TO BUILD SNOWMEN, AND A TIME TO PREPARE FOR THE NIGHT WHEN SANTA WILL COME TO TOWN. STOCKINGS ARE HUNG, CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ARE LIT, STRUNG UPON HOUSES, AND CHRISTMAS TREES ARE SHINING BRIGHT WITH PRESENTS SITTING TEMPTINGLY UNDERNEATH. FOLKS ARE SMILING AND IN GOOD SPIRITS, AND CHILDREN ARE EXTRA GOOD SO THEY CAN STAY ON SANTA’S GOOD LIST. CHRISTMAS IS COMING, SO DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO GET INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT THIS YEAR. I KNOW I AM!

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From BHS teachers

Baked Chicken BreastMrs. Allen

Ingredients:6 chicken breasts1 c. vegetable oil1 c. shredded cheddar cheese2 c. Club crackers, crushed1/4 c. Parmesan cheese1 tsp. garlic saltDirections:Combine oil and garlic salt in a bowl. Combine the crushed crackers, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a Ziploc bag.Dip the chicken into the oil and garlic salt first, then into the crackers and cheese mixture.

Bacon, Cranberry and Mushroom Rice Stuffing

Mr. Dial

Ingredients:4 c. Everyday Value low-sodium chicken broth1 (16 oz) bag 365 Everyday Value Organic Rice Medley6 slices Wellshire Bacon, chopped1 yellow onion, chopped1/4 c. roughly chopped sage1/2 lb. button mushrooms, chopped1 c. whole fresh cranberries2 T. maple syrup1 egg, beatenDirections:Preheat oven to 350F. Bring broth and 1 c. water to a boil in a medium pot; add rice, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer just until tender; about 35 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-heat until just crisp, 7-9 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; set aside.

Return skillet to heat, add celery, onion and sage and cook until golden brown and softened, 7-9 minutes. Add mushrooms and continue cooking until golden brown, 7-9 minutes more. Stir in cranberries, cook for 2 minutes, then transfer contents of skillet to bowl with rice. Add maple syrup and egg, and fold together to combine. Transfer to a 9x13 in. baking dish, and bake until hot throughout, about 35 minutes.

RecipesThanksgiving Recipes

Pumpkin BarsKaelynn Burchett

Ingredients:4 eggs1 2/3 c. sugar1 c. vegetable oil1 (15 oz.) can solid-pack pumpkin2 c. all-purpose flour2 tsp. ground cinnamon2 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. saltIcing:1 (3 oz.) package cream cheese, softened2 c. confectioners’ sugar1/4 c. butter, softened1 tsp. vanilla extract1 T. milk

Pumpkin CheesecakeSami Kretzer

Crust:1 c. graham cracker crumbs1 T. sugar1/4 c. butter, meltedFilling:2 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened3/4 c. sugar2 eggs1 can (15 oz. each) solid-pack pumpkin1 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon1/2 tsp. ground ginger1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg1/4 tsp. saltTopping:2 c. (16 oz.) sour cream2 T. sugar1 tsp. pure vanilla extract12-16 oz. pecan halves

Directions:1. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan; chill.2. For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the pumpkin, spices and salt.3. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.4. Meanwhile, for topping, combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over filling; return to the oven for 5 minutes. Cool on rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.5. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Garnish each slice with pecan halves. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 12-16 servings.

Shepherd’s PieLondon Poston

Ingredients:1 1/2 lbs. ground round beef1 onion, chopped1-2 c. carrots, corn, peas-chopped8 T. (1 stick) butter1/2 c. beef broth1 tsp. Worcestershire sauceSalt, pepper, or other seasonings of choice

Directions:1. Peel and quarter potatoes, boil in salted water until tender (about 20 minutes).2. While the potatoes are cooking, melt 4 T. of butter (1/2 stick) in a large frying pan.3. Sauté onions in butter over medium heat until tender (about 10 mins). If you are adding vegetables, add them according to their cooking time. Put carrots in with the onions. Add corn or peas last, or after the meat has been cooked.4. Add ground beef and sauté until no longer pink. Add salt and pepper. Add Worcestershire sauce. Add half a cup of beef broth and cook, uncovered, over low heat for 10 minutes, adding more beef broth as necessary to keep moist.5. Mash potatoes in bowl with remainder of butter; season to add taste.6. Place beef and onions in baking dish. Distribute mashed potatoes on top. Whip with a fork so that there are peaks that will brown nicely. You can use the fork to make some designs in the potatoes, as well.7. Cook at 400F degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbling and brown. Broil for last few minutes if necessary to brown.

Banana Nut MuffinBrittany Boggess

Ingredients:1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour1 c. chopped walnuts1/2 c. toasted wheat germ1/2 c. brown sugar1 tsp. cinnamon1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp ground nutmeg2 ripe bananas, mashed3/4 c. milk5 T. butter, melted1 eggcinnamon sugar, optional

Directions:1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line 12 muffin cups or coat with cooking spray.2. Mix flour, walnuts, wheat germ, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in large bowl. Stir in bananas, milk, butter, and egg. Mix just until blended. 3. Using an ice cream scoop, fill muffin cups evenly with batter. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, if desired. 4. Bake muffins until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 20-22 min. Cool 1 minute, then remove from muffin pan and cool on a wire rack.

Directions: In a mixing bowl beat eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well. Pour into an ungreased 15x10x1 inch baking pan. Bake at 350F degrees for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.

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Peanut ClustersMrs. Herbert*This recipe is for Zack Coon!

Ingredients:1 pack almond bark1 can dry roasted peanuts (salted or unsalted)wax paper

Directions:1. Melt the almond bark according to the packages2. Stir in peanuts3. Spoon them onto wax paper4. 4. Let them dry for approximately 10-15

minutes.

RecipesThanksgiving Recipes

Mississippi Mud PieEmily Cox

Ingredients:1 cube butter1 c. flour1 1/2 c. pecans, choppedDirections: Mix butter and flour well. Add chopped pecans, mix until pecans are well coated. Press firmly into bottom of a 9x13 in. pan. Bake 20 min. at 350F degrees. Cool 30 minutes. First Filling:1 (8 oz) pkg. cream cheese, softened1 c. powdered sugar1 c. Cool Whip (lg. size)Directions: Mix well and spread on crust. Second Filling:1 lg. pkg. instant chocolate pudding1 lg. pkg. instant vanilla pudding3 1/2 c. cold milkDirections: Mix well and spread on top of cream cheese mixture. Spread remaining Cool Whip on top of pudding mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Granny’s Homemade Cookies

Jourdain Brooks

Ingredients:1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, or 1 c. shortening1 c. brown sugar, packed3/4 c. granulated sugar1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour1 tsp. salt1 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg1 tsp. cinnamon2 lg. eggs, well beaten1 T. vanilla3 c. rolled oats (do not use instant)1 1/2 c. raisins1/2 c. chopped walnuts (optional)Directions:1. Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Grease two lg.

cookie sheets or line with Silpat, parchment paper, or waxed paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add sugars; beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in eggs. Add vanilla.

3. Mix flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg together in medium bowl. Stir dry ingredients into butter-sugar mixture. Stir in raisins and nuts. Stir in oats.

4. Spoon out dough by large tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets, leaving at least 2 inches between each cookie.

5. Bake until cookie edges turn golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheets. Then carefully remove them, using a metal spatula, to a wire rack. Cool completely. They will be quite soft until completely cooled. Store tightly covered.

Yields: 2 dozen cookies

Pumpkin Pecan CrunchCheyanne Mast

Ingredients:1 can (15 oz) pumpkin1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk3 eggs1 c. granulated sugar1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar6 tsp. McCormick Pumpkin Spice, divided1 T. McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract1/4 tsp. salt1 package 18 1/2 oz) yellow cake mix1 c. chopped pecans1 c. (2 sticks) butter, meltedWhipped cream (optional)Directions:Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix pumpkin, milk, eggs, sugars, 5 teaspoons of the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla and salt in large bowl until well blended. Pour into 13 x 9-inch baking pan which has been sprayed with no stick cooking spray.

Mix cake mix and remaining 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice in medium bowl with wire whisk. Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over pumpkin mixture. Sprinkle with pecans. Drizzle evenly with melted butter.

Bake 50 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature. Serve with whipped cream and Spiced Pecans , if desired. Store leftover dessert in refrigerator.

Chocolate Peanut Butter CupcakesDaniel Stephens

Ingredients:1 package (2-layer size) devil’s food cake mix1 package (3.4 oz) Jello-O Vanilla Flavor Instant pudding1 c. cold milk1/2 c. Planters Creamy Peanut Butter1 1/2 c. thawed Cool Whip Topping4 squares Baker’s Semi-Sweet Chocolate1/4 c. Planter’s Dry Roasted Peanuts, chopped

Directions:1.Heat oven to 350 degrees F.2.Prepare cake batter and bake in 24 paper-lined muffin cups as directed on package. Cool 30 min. (Cupcakes need to still be warm to fill.)3.Beat pudding mix and milk with whisk 2 min. Add peanut butter; mix well. Spoon into small freezer-weight resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Snip off 1 bottom corner from bottom of bag. Insert tip of bag into center of each cupcake; pipe in about 1 Tbsp. filling.4.Microwave Cool Whip and chocolate in small microwaveable bowl on high 1-1/2 min. or until chocolate is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 1 min. Dip tops of cupcakes in glaze; sprinkle with nuts. Keep refrigerated.

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CranberriesLeetha Rowe

Ingredients:1 lb. (4 c.) fresh or frozen cranberries2 c. water2 c. sugarDirections:1. Rinse cranberries with cool water and remove any stems

or blemished berries. 2. Heat water and sugar to boiling in 3-qt. saucepan over

medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling 5 minutes long, stirring occasionally.

3. Stir in cranberries. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling about 4 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to pop. Pour sauce into bowl or container. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until chilled.

Mashed Potato SaladEmily Cox

Ingredients:6 med. red potatoes, boiled in skins until tender and cooled1/2 lg. sweet onion, diced2 lg. stalks of celery, diced4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped1 tsp. celery seed1/4 c. sweet pickle relish1 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper1/2 c. mayonnaise1/4 c. mustard1 T. white vinegar or pickle juice1 hard-boiled egg cut into 8 wedges for garnish8 cherry tomatoes for garnishParsley or garnishSweet Hungarian paprika for garnish, optional Directions:1. Cut cooked potatoes into cubes with skin on or scrape off the skin with a butter knife (if preferred). Place in a large mixing bowl with sweet onion, celery, chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery seed, pickle relish, salt, and pepper. Toss gently. 2. Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar (or pickle juice). Mix into potatoes and vegetables until combined. 3. Decorate with hard-boiled egg wedges, tomatoes, and parsley. Sprinkle with a light dusting of sweet paprika. Refrigerate mustard potato salad at least 4 hours to let flavors meld before serving.

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City Showcase Basketball Tournament

By Sami KretzerThe boys and girls City Showcase Basketball Tournament will be held at the Civic Arena on December 15-16, 2011. Participating high school’s are Benton, Lafayette, Central, and LeBlond. Gates will open at 2:45. Come out and support your Benton Cardinals!

Thursday, December 15 3:25 Color Guard Presentation & Anthem 3:30 Central vs *Lafayette (girls)5:00 Central vs *Lafayette (boys)Pom Routine between Games6:45 LeBlond vs *Benton (girls)8:15 LeBlond vs *Benton (boys)

Friday, December 163:25 Color Guard Presentation & Anthem3:30 Lafayette vs *LeBlond (girls)5:00 Lafayette vs *LeBlond (boys)Pom Routine between Games6:45 Benton vs *Central (girls)8:15 Benton vs *Central (boys)

*Denotes home team

NCAA Honors Veterans

By Jered Ross North Carolina and Michigan State honor Veterans Day with a game spectators will not soon forget. The 2011 Quicken Loans Carrier Classic, involving two powerhouse teams, tipped off on the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson. President Obama spoke before the game saying, “We are proud to be here to see a great sporting event, but the main reason we’re here is, on Veterans Day, we have an opportunity to say thank you.” Before deciding on this unique location, many factors had to be taken into account such as the winds affect on the long-range shooters, and what to do if the forecast called for rain. Neither factors ended up being an issue for the teams. The Carrier Classic is now ranked as the highest-rated game ever played in November, outranking the previous top-ranked North Carolina-Duke game watched by 3.78 million in March 2006. The previous top-ranked November game was the Preseason NIT championship in 1992 between Indiana and Seton Hall. The game was won by top-ranked North Carolina 67-55.

AnnouncementsBHS ChoirBenton High School’s choir will be performing its “Winter Concert” on December 15, 2011 at 7:00 pm in the Benton theatre. Choirs performing will be men’s choir, Benton singers, girls glee, concert choir, and Belconto. Come join in the holiday celebration!

Prom CommitteeThe BHS prom committee is selling Benton Cardinal decals for $12. All proceeds go towards Benton’s 2011-2012 junior/senior prom. Help make this prom a memorable one!ACT Deadlines ACT Test Dates Deadlines:February 11, 2012April 14, 2012June 9, 2012Registration Deadlines:January 13, 2012March 9, 2012May 4, 2012BHS ACT Academy Application Deadline:January 13, 2012March 14, 2012

Girls SoccerPre-season soccer conditioning will begin after school on January 14, 2012. Conditioning will be Mon-Thurs and is recommended for all girls not involved in a winter sport. Make sure to bring both indoor and outdoor clothes; weather conditions will determine where running will take place. Indoor soccer will begin Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 11:30 am in the BHS gym, and will continue every Saturday until February 25, 2012, with the exception of holiday and winter sports activities.

Practices for spring girls soccer season will begin Monday, February 27, 2012 at Spring Garden Middle School (weather permitting). You must have a physical and concussion screening on file with the school in order to practice. Player will NOT be allowed to practice without either of these.

All information regarding girls soccer can be found on the BHS website by going to: http://sjsd.schoolwires.net/benton. See Coach Bosch in room 216 for questions.

Senior GoodbyesThe 2011-2012 yearbook is offering Senior Goodbyes. Each goodbye can include up to 35 words and a wallet sized picture for $35.00. (Do not send your only copy of the photo.) Checks should be made to Benton High School-Yearbook.

We MUST receive your Senior Goodbye wish and check by December 16, 2011 to be included in the 2011-2012 yearbook. Any late senior goodbyes will not be accepted.

*Any message deemed inappropriate will be edited by the advisor.

Send senior goodbyes to:Benton High SchoolLynn Laipple, Yearbook5655 S. 4th StreetSt. Joseph, Mo. 64505

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What do you enjoy most about being on the Cardinelle Squad?By Cheyanne Mast

CARDINELLES

“Dancing with them ‘studly’ football boys, and gettin’ down

with my Cardinelles.”

“Getting to dance at the pep assemblies.”

“Getting to dance at games and pep assemblies and spending

time with friends.”

“Dancing in front of everyone.”

“Getting to dance at pep assemblies and games. I also like that I feel closer to some of the girls and we have become better

friends.”

“Dancing at games.” “Hanging out with everyone.”

“Getting the crowds pumped up. I also enjoy being a part of a team, and become

closer to the other girls, and dancing in front of large crowds.”

“Doing the dances and preforming them with

everyone.”

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Top Row (left to right): Fr. Bailey Fry, Fr. Madisyn Reynolds, So. Myleigh

Lanham

Middle Row (left to right): So. Cheyenne Miller, Jr. Lani Bambfield, Fr. Cora

Keesler, So. Camille Carter

Bottom Row (left to right): Fr. Alisyn

Wintersheidt, So. Ravyn Blanchard, So. Baylee

Flowers

Being on the Cardinelle

squad takes hard work, and perseverance. To be a Cardinelle, one must

maintain passing grades, work well with others, have certain

dance skills, keep a good attitude, and be a good role

model for others, in and outside of school.

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Taylor GartonJunior

“The whole team was eager to go!”

“I was disappointed because I felt we could have done better.”

Katie HallJunior

“I feel like this year, we aren’t as advanced as last year without guy

cheerleaders, but we’re still pretty good, I thought!”

“Next year we won’t be as aggressive without tumblers. I feel like we will still

be better than Lafayette!”

Congratulations to the 2011-2012

Benton Cheerleading squad for earning

3rd place at this year’s Regionals

competition! The team went on to place

7th at State. Way to show the Cardinal

Spirit!

Lauren KaferFreshman

“I was excited and nervous since it was

my first high school competition and I

didn’t know what to expect.”

“There were a lot more squads than I

expected at Regionals! There were tons!”

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“When we arrived at Regionals, I was scared out of my mind thinking, ‘Everything HAS to be perfect, this is what we've worked our butts off for.. this is our time; Give it everything we've got!’”

“My favorite memory from the cheer competitions was all the crazy moments we had learning the routine, we had our ups and downs as a squad, but at the end of the day, we're a family, we depend on each other, and not one person can do it alone.”

Angela RehmSophomore

“At Regionals, I was so nervous. I thought I was gonna poop my pants! But I was so excited, ‘cause I knew that as a team we would do amazing!”

“My favorite memory so far would be, when we performed the state routine in front of the school and nailed it! Along with watching Katie Hall try and do a cartwheel!”

Sephra PompaJunior

“Since we have so many seniors, I think everybody tried their very best to make it good, last Regionals performance. For us, and we did great!”

“We got 5th at State my sophomore year, and that was by far my favorite memory! First time Benton cheerleading ever placed at state.”

Cassandra PeekSenior

“At Regionals, it was very nerve-racking because one if our girls got hurt, so we had to change a lot in our routine. We still went out there and had a positive attitude!”

“I have many funny memories about competition, but the one I remember most was this year when we were practicing our building and we were almost done with our build when I started laughing and accidentally spit on Shae’s face and dropped the build.”

Brea LembkeJunior

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Jefferson City Holiday Invitationalby Jered Ross

T he 2011-2012 Benton g i r l s basketball team look to start their season out strong at the Jefferson City Holiday Invitational December 28-30, 2011. The team plans to take their season to new heights this year, and what better way to show what they’ve got than winning the holiday tournament.

Aside from taking down the holiday tournament in Jefferson City, the team also plans on winning the state title this year. With high hopes and strong determination, the lady cards plan on taking the 2011-2012 season to new heights. The girls first game in the tournament will begin on

Wednesday, December 28th at 7:30.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT TENNIS VOLLEYBALL CROSS COUNTRY

GOLF SOFTBALL

Cassandra Peek“I had a lot of fun. It went by fast.”

Advice: Train hard and your reward will be great.

Colleen Prendergrast“We had our fair share of victories and losses, and we faced them all as a team, so I’d say our season went pretty well.”

Advice: Keep your head up and never give up. That is how you make your season great.

Lauren Johnson“I had a great time. It went by way too fast!”

Advice: Don’t give up and always push yourself because it’s the victories you’ll remember.

Gail Bungee“I feel the season was decent. I accomplished in earning a few metals, made it to regionals, but didn’t quite make it to state.”

Advice: Don’t get mad at yourself if you do bad. Just have fun and keep your eye on the ball.

Cheyenne Ellis“I feel like our season went very well. We came together and fought our way to the very last game. Even then, we didn’t just give up the win.”

Advice: Never let your ego get in the way from making you better as a ball player.

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Reflecting on their last season...

On October 21, 2011, President Barack Obama announced that all U.S. troops would be coming home from Iraq by the end of the year. At this point Obama can declare an end to America's long, and costly, war in that Middle Eastern nation of Iraq. When interviewed, Obama said, "After nearly nine years, America's war in Iraq will be over." Obama went on to say, "The coming months will be a season of homecomings. Our troops in Iraq will definitely be home for the holidays." Out of the total 39,000 troops in Iraq, 150 will remain overseas to tie up loose ends and should be expected to come home at the end of December. Drug out for over eight years, the war cost the United States heavily. Over 4,400 members of our military have been killed, and over 32,000 have been injured. During

the next two months, thousands of troops will begin boarding convoys for the journey home. Obama said, “The last American soldiers will cross the border out of Iraq with their heads held high, proud of their success, and knowing the American people stand united in their support for our troops. “ It’s been a long nine years, and we’re happy to have our troops home. It’s an amazing thing to see families reunited with their loved ones for the holidays, and has been a long time in the waiting to finally have our troops back where they belong, home. “Both countries achieved their goals,” said Iraqi government spokesman Ali al-Moussawi. “Iraq wanted full sovereignty, while the United States wanted its soldiers back home, and both goals are achieved.”

Troops Homecomingby Emily Cox

military

Opinion

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by Emily Cox After falling for more than a decade, the U.S. suicide rate has begun climbing steadily since 1999. The rate has risen from 10.5 per 100,000 in 1999 to 11 per 100,000 people in 2005; an increase of just under 5%. "We really don't know what is causing this," said Dr. Paula Clayton, research director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. There could be many reasons why the suicide rate has been going up and up since 1999, as Clayton said, "All we have is speculation." One possibility for the increase in suicides might be tied to a rise in the abuse of prescription pain pills. Studies have shown that people who abuse drugs are at greater risk for suicide. Another possible explanation is the drop in hormone replacement therapy after its link to sever health risks back

in 2002. Women who gave up the replacement drug have become more susceptible to depression. If severe depression isn’t properly treated, it can lead to thoughts, and oftentimes acts, of suicide. As a matter of fact, Dr. Ian Cook, another member of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention research board, said, “Untreated depression is the leading cause of suicide.” Some experts also suggest a post 9/11 effect, or an increase in suicides among veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, is another possible reason for the increase in suicides. The declining economy has also been putting an enormous amount of stress on many Americans over the past few years, especially among middle-aged adults who seem to be enduring the most pressure and stress from it. Whatever the reason for the rise, it is something that should not be taken lightly and could befall on anyone.

With the holidays coming up, depression can become an overwhelming feeling. Everyone needs to know the signs to watch for. By knowing the signs, we can all do our part in stopping this terrible occurrence.

Around the holidays there is a significant rise in the amount of suicides that occur. It’s an unpredictable event that

occurs, but we can take steps to prevent it. If you recognize

any of the warning signs within yourself, or another person, can contact any

member of the Benton staff. Together we can help.

Warning Signs of SuicideProlonged depression or sadness

Loss of interest in activities

Frequent talking or writing about death or suicide

Change in sleeping habits

Withdrawing from family and friends

Change in personality

Impulsive actions

Feeling hopeless

Feeling strong anger or rage

Feeling trapped

Dramatic mood changes

Drug or alcohol abuse

Change in eating habits

Poor performance at work or school

Giving away prized possessions or belongings

Writing a will

Feeling excessive guilt or shame

Recklessness

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by London Poston Did you know that 1.1 percent of drivers between the ages of 16 to 24 have been observed visibly manipulating hand-held electronic devices? Many people, across the globe, have died all because he or she answered a simple text message or phone call. Maybe you think it’s not important, but indeed it is. In the blink of an eye your friend, or family member could be gone forever, and all because they decided to take their eyes off the road for a split second. The ability of sending a short message has been embraced by millions all over the world, and been the cause of death for just as many. Driving is an activity that requires full concentration, and reading or composing a text message while driving can compromise a drivers concentration. The most obvious thing that happens when a driver is texting and driving is that driver will avert his or her eyes from the road for a matter of two to five seconds. That’s more than enough time for someone to run in front of a car, or for a car to run a red light. Despite the urgency of a text message, the risk it puts on yourself, and others, and the numerous

other dangers of texting and driving should be enough to prevent any driver from texting. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case. Senior Raychel Baker, and Junior Miles Goodwin both said, “Texting and driving is dangerous.

The only time Baker thinks it is okay to text while behind the wheel is when you are stopped at a light. Baker also believes that texting and driving increases the risk of a car crash. Despite knowing

the dangers, Goodwin said, “Heck yes I text and drive, and I’m darn good at it.” Goodwin also said he thinks texting while driving forces him to have a better reaction time. Baker and Goodwin both have their own beliefs when it comes to texting and driving, and they both agree that despite their differences, it is very dangerous. Mrs. Carol Stephenson, Benton High School’s nurse said that she does not text and drive whatsoever. Even when her phone is easily accessible while driving, she will let it ring. Stephenson believes that she can go without answering her phone while driving because she knows how dangerous texting and driving is. She also thinks that by her not answering her phone, she is saving the lives of everyone on the road.

The three main distractions when driving are visual, manual, and cognitive impairments. This mean when you take a phone call, or answer a text message, you are taking your eyes off the road, taking your hands off the wheel, and taking your mind off of driving. Did you know that 20% of accident reports in 2009 were due to texting and driving? Also in 2009, 5,474 people were killed in the U.S., with an estimated 448,000 injured, from motor crashes due to texting and driving. Knowing how serious of a risk texting and driving is to yourself and loved ones, should be incentive enough not to do it. Face it, statistics don’t lie, and we only get one life. Is it worth the risk?

Mrs. Carol Stephenson

Jr. Miles Goodwin

Sr. Raychel Baker

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November Movie Releasesby Leetha Rowe

November 1stFour the Record

by Miranda Lambert Ceremonials

by Florence & The Machine TH1RT3ENby Megadeth

Blouseby Blouse

Long Live the Kingby The Decemberists

Ambitionby Wale

Luluby Lou Reed & Metallica

November 7thInni

by Sigur RosJohnny ForeignerJohnny Foreigner vs

Everything

November Music Releasesby Leetha Rowe

November 8thParallax

by Atlas SoundReplica

by Oneohtrix Point NeverWelcome to Condale

by Summer CampTwerps

by TwerpsSo Outta Reach

by Kurt Vile Humor Risk

by Cass McCombsTumble Beeby Laura VeirsTycho - Dive

Fear of God: Let Us Pray

by Pusha TNational Treasures:

Complete Singlesby Manic Street Preacher

Crazy Clown Timeby David Lynch

Kinshasa One Twoby DRC Music

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds

by Noel GallagherThe Hunter

by KeleThe Vision

by Joker

November 15thHello Sadness

by Los CampesinosGet Along

by Tegan and Sara Camp

by Childish GambinoTake Care

by Drake Part Lies, Part Heart,

Part Truth, Part Garbageby R.E.M.

November 21st 50 Words for Snow

by Kate BushTalk that Talk

by Rihanna

November 22nd Keys and Codes Remix

EPby Death Cab For Cutie

November 16The Descendants

Tomboy

November 18The Twilight Saga:

Breaking Dawn part 1

Happy Feet TwoAnother Happy Day

The LieTyrannosaur

The Heir Apparent: Largo Winch

November 23Hugo

The MuppetsArthur Christmas

My Week With Marilyn

The ArtistA Dangerous

Method

November 2Five Star Day

The other F word

November 4A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas

Tower HeistThe Son of No One

Young Goethe in Love

November 9J. Edgar

House of Tolerance

November 11Immortals

Jack and JillMelancholia

Into the AbyssThe Conquest

Book Reviews

GoneBy Michael Grant

People are missing; teachers, cops, doctors, parents, all adults are...gone. Phones, internet and television, all down. Violence is ensuing, bullies are taking over, and hunger is on the rise. Teens are developing new, unimaginable, and deadly powers. They grow

stronger with every waking moment. They must choose whose side to be on, and war is swiftly upon them.

“If Stephen King had written LORD OF THE FLIES, it might have been a little like this.” -VOYA (starred Review)

I rate this book four stars for its spine tingling drama and adventure.

Thirst No. 2By Christopher Pike

Alisa has finally become what she has wanted to be for over five thousand years; she is finally human. Alisa is discovering emotions she gave up every having the chance to feel again. She is defenseless and vulnerable, and trying to cope with her new self all while trying to differentiate between what is real and what is only in her mind. Will Alisa be able to handle her new human self, or will

she be doomed to make the same fatal mistakes she made once before?

“I've loved this series ever since I read it.” ~B. Mason

I rate this book five stars. Christopher Pike does an amazing job telling Alisa’s story and her battle with her deepest desire; to become human.

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