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Fielder Friday 12/7/18

Hannah Darbro, Fielder Friday Editor

December 7, 2018

Here are your announcements for today - enjoy!

Karen Seeberg, ELL teacher, passes the Wildcat head to Nicki Koleno, Social Studies teacher.
Photo by Chari Rahn

Fielder Friday 12/7/18
Dark cloud cast over Wizarding World in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

Hannah Kopek, Sports Editor

November 19, 2018

From the opening scene, “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” packed a punch. Instant action places us in New York, 1927. The color scheme is far darker and more faded that the first film, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find them.” It is very clear that this movie is no longer the same...

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Dark cloud cast over Wizarding World in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
Clue clouds stage with mystery

Taylor Aguirre, Staff Writer

November 9, 2018

The drama club tackles Clue, based off the movie and board game, centering around a murder mystery. Shows run Nov. 15 -17 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. Six individuals being blackmailed are invited to a mansion for a dinner party where they are met with more twists and turns throughout the night. “Murders...

Drama students practice a scene in which the characters try and guess one another's real lives, seeing that they are all under fake identities throughout the play. The first show is Nov. 15 at 7:30p.m.
Photo by Abby Blazevic

Clue clouds stage with mystery
Doug says thank you for birthday wishes

November 9, 2018

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Doug says thank you for birthday wishes
Wildcat closet provides free clothes to families

Ian Wesselhoff, Staff Writer

November 5, 2018

Wildcat Closet, the school’s annual clothing drive, collected clothes to display during parent-teacher conferences on Nov. 5 and 6, where all are welcome to visit the Media Center and shop. According to Rose Fleming, English teacher, “anyone from the district is available to come in” and purchase...

A parent chooses clothes from the Wildcat closet during parent teacher conferences.
Photo by Renee Nieckula

Wildcat closet provides free clothes to families

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The drama club tackles Clue, based off the movie and board game, centering around a murder mystery. Shows run Nov. 15 -17 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. Six individuals being blackmailed are invited to a mansion for...

Club News

November 9, 2018 • No Comments

Student Council The club meets every other Thursday at 2:30 p.m. in room 200. Thanksgiving basket drive for needy families will be the only activity until after Thanksgiving break. BioExplorations Club This club involves...

Students perform at music festival

Alana Daliege, Staff Writer

November 9, 2018 • No Comments

Two choral students and one band student have the opportunity to participate in Illinois Music Education Association, a nine-district music program that allows selected students that audition to advance their musical abilities....

Freshmen take mental health survey November 9, 2018
French week celebrates language, culture November 8, 2018

JJC to charge fee for dual-credit classes November 8, 2018

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Opinion

Photo survey: Do you believe teachers should remain objective when discussing politics in the classroom?

Abby Blazevic, Opinion Editor

November 9, 2018 • No Comments

Subjective views on politics influence students

November 9, 2018

When it comes to politics, everyone has the right to their own opinion. However, teachers should keep...

Ask the administration

November 9, 2018

Matt Ambrose, Assistant Principal Ask the Administration 1. What is the process by which items...

Vaping targets impressionable teens

November 9, 2018

Vaping: the act of inhaling a cocktail of vaporized chemicals, including nicotine and sometimes marijuana,...

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Video

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Fielder Friday 12/7/18

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December 7, 2018

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Features

College admissions offices provide application tips

Hannah Darbro, Fielder Friday Editor

November 9, 2018 • No Comments

We asked local Colleges North Central and Lewis what truly went into looking at applications. Can sending an application in before the deadline (either regular or early decision) increase the chances...

Students urge peers to be more politically aware

November 9, 2018

More than just keeping up with current events, political awareness includes understanding the changing...

Teens vape despite consequences

November 9, 2018

A student sits in class with a Juul vape in his hand. In plain sight, while the teacher’s back is...

Doug says thank you for birthday wishes

November 9, 2018

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Photo Gallery

Super fans race to the stands.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Super fans prepare to cheer on the JV and Varsity scrimmages.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Sophomores take the field to scrimmage vs Varsity.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
The Varsity cheerleading team entertains fans between the scrimmages.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
JV and Varsity Poms team showcases their "Wild Things" routine.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Freshman Michael Yowel marches while playing "Take 5" on the trumpet.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Freshman Noah Slaughter and senior Dominic Heye march in the drumline while junior Pia Marie spins her rifle.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
The pit crew percussion team looks for direction from drum major Audrey Nelson, senior.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Senior Sarah Hlade prepares to toss the rifle during the color guard routine.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Seniors Tommy Syron (56) and Joe Winter (65) practice drills before the scrimmage starts.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Junior Justin Divelbiss looks downfield for an open receiver.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert
Varsity offense scrimmages against Varsity defense. The red caps help distinguish the teams.
Kat Hahn-Boisvert

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Sports

Hockey team strives for improvement

November 9, 2018

After a successful start to the season with a 5-0 record...

Girls rugby prepares for spring season

November 9, 2018

The girls rugby team, The Plainfield Thundercats, has...

Tennis 4th in conference, aims for sectionals

October 12, 2018

After placing fourth in conference and achieving a...

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In-Depth

Teens vape despite consequences

Iris Wright, Website Editor

November 9, 2018

A student sits in class with a Juul vape in his hand. In plain sight, while the teacher’s back is turned, he inhales it, but only a few students notice...

Vaping targets impressionable teens

Hannah Kopek, Sports Editor

November 9, 2018

Vaping: the act of inhaling a cocktail of vaporized chemicals, including nicotine and sometimes marijuana, through a vape pen. This practice that was...

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Faces of Plainfield

Faces of Plainfield: Jose Lopez

Iris Wright, Website Editor

September 26, 2018

For junior Jose Lopez, there are many experiences and people who have shaped his life and are worth his gratitude. For instance, Lopez’s family and friends first sparked...