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Nevada’s Official JCL Newsletter
Hello fellow JCL delegates,
Every year around this same time, State convention is suddenly just around the corner. This year however,
we are working hard to make it the best one ever. The board and our host JCL have worked tirelessly to
compile only your favorite dramatic events, tests, and ludi, back to back with dessert prizes and meals to
impress. For two days at the end of March you can wind down the stress of 3rd quarter by participating in
our exciting two-day classical celebration. You can begin participating in pre-convention contests to be
judged at convention or if you want to get even more involved, you can run for a position on the state
board! Attendance at one national convention and one state convention is required so any and all
applicants are encouraged to run and be a part of planning all of our fun events. We hope to see you all at
the state convention, the 28th and 29th of March, at the Meadows!
See you soon,
Elisse Johnson
NVJCL President 2013-2014
"For the beginnings of all things are small."
Cicero, De Finibus Bonorum et Malorum V. 58
I attended my first national convention this summer at UNLV. I enjoyed myself greatly, and I felt that it was a
learning experience for me for future conventions. Never before had I seen a JCL event on such a grand
scale, with over 1200 attending. I think the most memorable parts of convention for me were either
fellowship meetings, or participating in Open Certamen. Also, I felt that this convention, for me personally,
was a new experience and a stepping-stone to future conventions. - Ian Ogilvie, Technology Coordinator
As this was my first national convention, I was very excited to go and even more excited because we were
hosting at UNLV. I didn’t know what to expect. I had never been to such an enormous gathering of Latin
lovers. When the convention started, it was a blast. If I had never taken Latin, I would have thought that a
week of speaking and learning Latin in the middle of summer would be boring and tortuous. That was
SOOOOOO not the case. I could have never imagined all the fun I had in those 7 days. Whether it was
playing cards and hanging out with friends, partaking in Ludi, or even the chapter meetings at crazy times at
night, it was always fun. I will never forget my first of many national conventions, and I can’t wait for the
next ones. - Christian Otter, Second Vice President
*TMS JCL Movie Night* Pompeii from the British Museum
On September 25, 2013, several members of The Meadows School
Junior Classical League went to the theater at Village Square in Las
Vegas to watch a one-and-a-half hour documentary that was being
shown for only one night from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM, Pompeii from the
British Museum. The movie is currently “touring” and being viewed in
movie theaters around the world. The film is about an exhibition on
Pompeii and Herculaneum and covers both the daily life of people
living in these two cities and, of course, the eruption of Mount
Vesuvius. TMS JCLers had a blast learning about the ancient world, and
when asked what they found most interesting or what they most
enjoyed about the film, some of these JCLers responded, giving us a
glimpse of what they experienced.
“From the documentary of Pompeii, I thought it was interesting how
similar a lot of their [jewelry] was and how complex some of their
possessions were. The art was pretty interesting, might I say, but
overall the movie was pretty cool!” - Kaitlyn Abdo, TMS JCLer
“At our JCL movie night [...], I learned about the daily life of the people
who lived in Pompeii. I enjoyed learning about the various artifacts
displayed and how they were incorporated in everyday life. I learned
how perfume was stored and the beautiful jewelry the women would
wear. I learned that the rich women would wear expensive pearls and
gemstones, while the less wealthy women would substitute pearls for
clay in their jewelry.” - Miriam Novick, TMS JCLer
“I thought the movie gave a really good glimpse into what the ancient
world of Pompeii was like from a “daily life” perspective. From
grooming to conducting business, jewelry to household adornments,
there were many aspects of the daily life that were on display that
show what a ‘day in the life’ of a Pompeian was like. I also liked the fact
that they had experts in Classics, archaeology, and art explain the
significance of the pieces and how they relate to the person who lived
and used/owned them. A good discussion was introduced that slaves
made the Roman city and household work, and that our snapshot of
Pompeii froze these ‘invisible’ members of a household along with the
household themselves. There usually isn’t much left from other cities
about this sometimes forgotten part of the household. The entire
movie was well produced, and I am eager to see such an exhibit come
to the states!” - Sherry Jankowski, TMS JCL Sponsor
Fall Forum
On December 7th, the TMS and
Liberty JCLs participated in a variety
of activities at Fall Forum, which
was held at Liberty High School. A
preview of what the NVJCL State
Convention will hold, Fall Forum
allowed students to engage in
academic testing, Olympica, and
Ludi, among other activites.
JCL Chapters Attend
Annual JDRF Walk in Las
Vegas
Toga-clad and bearing posters to
support the cause, The Meadows
School and Liberty High School JCL
Chapters came together on
November 16 at UNLV in order to
raise awareness for Type One
Juvenile Diabetes. Afterwards,
JCLers had lunch at Market Grille
Mediterranean Restaurant and
finished off the day at Laser Quest.
Karaoke Night
On November 23, 2013, the TMS
JCL held Karaoke Night at Karaoke
Q Studios. In addition to using the
event to have fun and relax, JCLers
extended their“friendly hand” by
donating clothing for the Shadetree
and money for the Plastic Food
Drive for the Nevada Partnership
for Homeless Youth.
Meet your new
President: Elisse Johnson, Grade 12
Salve! My name is Elisse Johnson, your 2013-2014 Nevada JCL President. I am a senior this year and I am so excited end my high
school career leading our delegation to success alongside my fellow officers. It is my duty to lead meetings, general
communications, general assemblies and beyond. I ran for this position because I have always been a strong leader in outside
groups and activities and I wanted to use my skills and time to help with JCL activities. Since my first JCL convention I was entirely
enthused by the crazy or challenging opportunities it provides each students. Throughout the year I hope to inspire that same
enthusiasm in new JCL members while also maintaining it in the JCL veterans. I hope each and every member feels as though they
can contact me at any time and express any concerns or comments! I am working to increase the efficient means of planning by
encouraging participation within the board and making sure our board does all they can to make each person’s JCL experience as
fabulous as mine has been.
First Vice President: Claudia Close, Grade 12
My name is Claudia Close, I am a senior, and I am the First VP. As First Vice President, I am in charge of publicizing JCL and
convention through any form of media. I didn’t actually run for this position, but as soon as Kathryn was elected to National Office,
I was more than happy to step up to fill her spot. I am particularly keen on bringing awareness to the JCL through media as I am
the co-editor of my school newspaper and have written articles in the past - including an article on Nationals in the Review Journal.
As First VP, I hope to further anyone’s interest in JCL and again, make Las Vegas in general aware of the NVJCL’s participation in
the national convention. Habetis bona deum!
Second Vice President: Christian Otter, Grade 10
Salvete, fellow JCLers! My name is Christian Otter, I am in the 10th grade, and I am your new 2nd Vice President of Nevada JCL. In
this position, it is my job to be in charge of all things relating to spirit, whether that be prizes, judging, or deciding on competitions.
I decided to run for this position because in the 5 years I have been doing JCL, spirit is definitely one of my most favorite
competitions. Also, I love to do all the crazy dances that go with the cheers. I have always loved mythology and ancient civilizations.
I hope this year will be great and I can’t wait for State! Valete! –Otterpop
Secretary: Elizabeth Noone, Grade 11
Hey! I'm Elizabeth (Lizzy) Noone. I'm a junior at Liberty HS. As secretary, I keep track of what happens at the meetings, and remind
everyone what happened at our last meeting, so we don't have to go over all of it again. I've been in Latin and JCL since freshmen
year. The summer I was heading into junior year, I got to attend my first national convention, and got to make friends with the
Meadows JCL Chapter. It had been one of the greatest summers I've had in a while. School started back up, and my teacher, Mr.
Fisher, asked if I would be interested in running for secretary. I told him that I would love to. As secretary, I'm hoping to be able
to keep everyone on track, and help everyone prepare for upcoming events whenever I can. Valete for now, my fellow JCLers!
Treasurer: Kennedy Courtney, Grade 12
I’m Kennedy Courtney. I am a senior at Liberty High School and the 2013-2014 Junior Classical League state treasurer. As a
treasurer, I keep track of funds, philanthropic donations, convention expenditures, and I monitor the accounts. My teacher has
been a great influence on me. He’s inspired me to get involved in learning more about ancient cultures. I also love the enthusiasm
of the JCLers and wanted to continue to be a part of the wonderful or-ganization. I hope to make an impact on others in the same
way that I have been impacted.
Parliamentarian: Daria Butler, Grade 12
Salve, amici! My name is Daria Butler and I am 17-year-old senior. I am the Nevada Junior Classical League Parliamentarian and
my job is to assist President Elisse in the conduct of the meetings and I am in the process of drafting the NVJCL constitution. I ran
for this position because I thought that my planning and organizational skills could contribute to NVJCL. In the past, I served as
Junior Class Representative and currently serve as Student Body Representative. I enjoyed fundraising and planning for Prom 2013
and Homecoming 2013 and wanted to also assist with JCL conventions. Additionally, I served as Representative to the TMSJCL last
year and I thought my experience with JCL could also benefit NVJCL. Serving as NVJCL Parliamentarian has taught me to be more
responsible and use my time more efficiently in terms of completing tasks. My goals this year are to successfully draft the NVJCL
Constitution and to plan a fantastic NVJCL Convention. The Convention will be held at The Meadows School this year and I am on
the planning committee for Karaoke, the Friday night Dance, and decorations.
Editor: Aliya Farmanali, Grade 11
Salvete omnes! My name is Aliya Farmanali, and I am your NVJCL Editor for the 2013-2014 Term. I am thrilled to introduce myself
by publishing this first newsletter for the NVJCL! You will definitely be seeing another one of these sometime around the NVJCL
State Convention!
Why did I run for this office? I ran because I believe in the inclusiveness of the JCL and camaraderie that it fosters, and what better
way to express that then by creating publications that can bring all of the JCLs in Nevada together? As Editor, I hope to capture
the passion that all of us JCLers share for Latin and the Ancient World through the NVJCL Torch, but I also hope to connect the
various local JCLs even more so by letting you all know about what is going on where and inspire each JCL to try new activities.
I would like to thank the NVJCL Board for all of their input regarding this first edition of the NVJCL Torch for the 2013-2014 school
year.
Remember, if you have any comments or questions, or if there is something that you would like to see in a future edition of the
NVJCL Torch, be sure to let me know by emailing to [email protected]! Curate ut valeatis!
Historian: Abirami Balarajan, Grade 12
My job is to create the state scrapbook over the summer that is submitted to the National Convention in June. My job during the
year is to get us into the National Torch article on what states are up to and take pictures at all of our events!
Since my freshman year, I have always been known to take those great moments of JCLers when they are in an awkward pose or
sleeping or catch them in a great moment of spirit. I loved taking pictures during convention and I wanted to share these photos
with the JCL rather than just putting it on facebook. I wanted to be state Historian so that my pictures can be shown to the whole
state and share my love of taking pictures during convention. My Latin experiences also have made me want to be more involved
with the JCL any way possible. Also my 8th grade year, my first year of JCL, I immediately fell in love with Latin. I had attended
my very first state convention, and I had an amazing time there hanging out with my friends, doing certamen, doing tests, and
generally having fun. I knew I wanted people to feel the same joy I did at my first state convention, so I became a state officer.
My goals as officer is to get our state in the National Torch every time, enter us in every possible contest we can to gain more
publicity and recognition as a JCL. I’m already working on two deadlines for our JCL to get us into the torch, and also my goals are
to make it the best possible JCL year I possibly can!
Technology Coordinator: Ian Ogilvie, Grade 10
Salve! My name is Ian Ogilvie, and I am currently a sophomore at The Meadows School, and I am this year’s Nevada JCL tech
coordinator. The job of the tech coordinator is to transfer news and information about the events and the JCL onto the Nevada
JCL website. I have a background in computers, and I feel that I can head this position. My main goal is to update the website as
much as I can before state convention. Valete vomnes!
“ROUND ONE”
2013 NATIONAL JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE CONVENTION
STATE AWARDS
Olympika Ludi Soccer 4th
Other Publicity - % of Chapters 2nd
SCHOOL AWARDS
The Meadows School
Other Publicity - Best Article 1st
Publicity 6th
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Liberty High School
Elizabeth Noone
Greek Life and Literature II 12th
Greek Derivatives II 28th
Hellenic History II 31st
Ancient Geography II 33rd
Academic Heptathlon II 34th
Latin Derivatives II 36th
Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 36th
Latin Vocabulary II 37th
Roman Life II 40th
Mythology II 42nd
Academic Decathlon 96th
Traditional Photo 10 3rd - 6 POINTS!
OVERALL Graphic Arts 24th
OVERALL Sweepstakes 46th
Sage Ridge School
Jasmine Brazelton Latin Derivatives 1/2 2nd – 8 POINTS!
Reading Comprehension 1/2 & 1 1/2 3rd – 6 POINTS!
Latin Grammar 1/2 and 1 1/2 4th – 4 POINTS!
Latin Vocabulary 1/2 4th – 4 POINTS!
Mythology 1/2 6th
Mottoes 1/2 7th
Open Certamen: Novice 1st
Modern Myth - Lower Division 3rd – 6 POINTS!
Essay - 7-8th Grade Girls 9th
Textiles 7-9 1st – 10 POINTS!
OVERALL Creative Arts 12th
OVERALL Graphic Arts 22nd
OVERALL Academics 24th
OVERALL Sweepstakes 30th
Matthew Grimm
Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 28th
Latin Derivatives II 31st
Ancient Geography II 34th
Latin Grammar - Level 2 II 46th
Grace Macauley Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 24th
Drew Stephenson
Roman Life II 41st
Jewelry 7-9 6th
The Meadows School
Abirami Balarajan
Classical Greek IV 14th
Greek Life and Literature IV 17th
Ancient Geography IV 19th
Hellenic History IV 20th
Reading Comprehension: Prose IV 21st
Latin Literature IV 27th
Roman History IV 27th
Greek Derivatives IV 30th
Mottoes IV 34th
Academic Heptathlon IV 36th
Roman Life IV 36th
Latin Derivatives IV 37th
Latin Vocabulary IV 38th
Mythology IV 40th
Latin Grammar - Advanced IV 42nd
Dramatic Interpretation Prose Girls 9th
Traditional Scrapbook State 4th – 4 POINTS!
OVERALL Graphic Arts 25th
OVERALL Sweepstakes 47th
Shivani Dixit Mottoes IV 20th
Aliya Farmanali Reading Comprehension: Prose III 14th
Classical Art III 18th
Mythology III 30th
Roman Life III 32nd
Roman History III 36th
Academic Decathlon 80th
Textiles 10 1st – 10 POINTS!
Jewelry 10-12 6th
Small Models 10-12 8th
OVERALL Graphic Arts 22nd
OVERALL Sweepstakes 44th
Kathryn Gibson Mythology III 35th
Samantha Gondy Latin Derivatives II 25th
Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 25th
Latin Vocabulary II 30th
Latin Grammar - Level 2 II 42nd
Roman Life II 48th
Amanda Hansen
Hellenic History II 22nd
Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 23rd
Roman History II 26th
Ancient Geography II 29th
Latin Grammar - Level 2 II 32nd
Roman Life II 34th
Sight Latin - Level II Girls 6th
Dramatic Interpretation II Girls 9th
Austin Heerema
Hellenic History IV 18th
Ancient Geography IV 26th
Latin Derivatives IV 29th
Mythology IV 38th
Open Certamen: Advanced 2nd
Kaitlyn Herndon
Hellenic History II 19th 19th
Ancient Geography II 25th 25th
Latin Derivatives II 30th 30th
Roman Life II 36th 36th
Mythology II 45th 45th
English Oratory - Lower 4th – 4 POINTS!
Essay - 9th Grade Girls 7th
Dramatic Interpretation II Girls 10th
Chalk/Pastel 7-9 9th
OVERALL Creative Arts 13th
OVERALL Sweepstakes 47th
Anisha Makhija
Classical Art IV 12th
Latin Derivatives IV 16th
Reading Comprehension: Prose IV 20th
Hellenic History IV 25th
Academic Heptathlon IV 28th
Reading Comprehension: Poetry IV 28th
Ancient Geography IV 30th
Roman Life IV 31st
Mythology IV 32nd
Mottoes IV 37th
Sight Latin Poetry Girls 8th
Kaiya Massey
Latin Derivatives II 22nd
Roman History II 27th
Mottoes II 32nd
Ancient Geography II 33rd
Latin Grammar - Level 2 II 35th
Roman Life II 37th
Mythology II 41st
George Ogilvie
Hellenic History II 14th
Latin Derivatives II 27th
Roman Life II 33rd
Mythology II 39th
Open Certamen: Intermediate 2nd
Christian Otter
Roman Life II 10th
Ancient Geography II 28th
Mythology II 39th
Latin Derivatives II 46th
Lucas Pan
Mythology III 30th
Open Certamen: Advanced 3rd
Monica Pan
Classical Art IV 11th
Mythology IV 24th
Roman Life IV 25th
Mottoes IV 26th
Roman History IV 30th
Latin Grammar - Advanced IV 36th
Academic Decathlon 77th
Multimedia 10-12 6th
Shalini Shah
Latin Derivatives II 24th 24th
Roman History II 25th 25th
Reading Comprehension: Level 2 II 32nd 32nd
Mottoes II 35th 35th
Latin Vocabulary II 37th 37th
Roman Life II 39th 39th
Chandler Williams
Hellenic History III 22nd
Ancient Geography III 31st
Latin Derivatives III 38th
Mythology III 40th
Quid: Crib Cards
Ubi: The Meadows School – Upper School Common Room
Quando: Tuesdays or Wednesdays After School
Still interested? Talk to a TMS JCL Officer or Ms. Jankowski for more details!
Need Hours? Join the TMS JCL in
Making Crib Cards for the
Summerlin Hospital NICU!
Comments? Questions? Contact Aliya Farmanali,
Editor of the Nevada Junior Classical League, 2013-2014