Chieftain April 2015

BROTHER RICE APRIL 2015 VOLUME 54, ISSUE 7 Legend of ‘Uncle’ Revealed By Matt Busuito Chieftain Staff He’s been called the most legendary man to ever associate himself with Brother Rice. So the Chieftain felt it was mandatory to sit down and interview him. Let’s get to know the master substitute teacher we know as “Uncle.” Students soon will not be able to use their own devices, as Marcus Khemmoro ‘15 does here The Truth About the iPads Details about new program for 2015-16 By Peter Monaghan Chieftain Staff Recently, there has been a lot of talk about the acquisition of iPads for the Brother Rice student body. There are many rumors in circulation, so the Chieftain decided to find out what is really happening by sitting down with some of the staff in the know for some clarification. First off, yes, the rumors are true and the students will be issued iPads in 2015-16. However, there are some interesting elements that come with this exciting news. The system in place right now, where students are able to use their own devices in school, will change drastically. Next year, the new iPad will be the only device students can use. Each student will be assigned an iPad and will not be allowed to use laptops, tablets, or other, non-schoolissued iPads. All students must bring the school-issued iPad every day. The iPads will lessen the complications common with using different devices for one assignment. Books will be Continued on Page 2 Breaking News: Malzone Declares for NFL Draft See Page 6 B ROTHE R R I C E H I G H S C HO O L C H I E F TA I N PAGE 1 Q: When did you start working here? A: About 10 years ago. Q: What are your hobbies? A: Golf, flyfishing, tinkerThe legendary ‘Uncle’ ing with cars, community service, going into the wild/remote areas, combing flea markets in New York City, and politics. Q: Why does everyone call you “Uncle”? A: So, it was my first or second time substituting here at Rice. I was called in to sub for Mrs. Sackman’s art class, which got me excited because I love art and love to teach art. When one of the students walked in, he stopped in his tracks, stared at me, and said, “You Continued on Page 3 A P R I L 2015