The student news site of Antioch Community High School.

Sequoit Media
The student news site of Antioch Community High School.

Sequoit Media
The student news site of Antioch Community High School.

Sequoit Media
Valerie Rosek

Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff

Valerie Rosek is a senior and has been on staff for three years. She does dance competitively and is a member of Interact club, National Honors society, Math Honors Society and English Honors Society. Rosek also takes photos of sporting events in her freetime and enjoys going out to watch the sunset every night on the lake.

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The NBA All-Star Game is played between the best players from the Eastern Conference and best players from the Western Conference.

[Photo] James Among NBA Players Protesting the All-Star Game

Joseph Neumann, Tom Tom Staff
February 17, 2021
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As sports open back up, Sequoits will begin playing on the field, courts and stages.

[Photo] Illinois Regions Eight and Nine Move to Tier One

Madeline Monroe, Tom Tom Staff
February 8, 2021
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Jacob Moisa plans to stay safe while weight lifting at the gym by wearing a mask and cleaning off used equipment.

[Photo] Should Gyms Stay Open while COVID-19 Numbers Rise?

Will Torres, Tom Tom Staff
November 4, 2020
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Senior Drew Lehn participated in the conference golf tournament as a varsity player.

[Photo] Boys Golf Takes on Conference

Will Torres, Tom Tom Staff
October 7, 2020
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The Lane siblings push each other constantly and do whatever it takes to be successful in cross country.

[Photo] Sibling Love

Gavin Calabrese, Tom Tom Staff
September 15, 2020
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From the effects of wildfires, many national beauties have been destroyed. Climate change is a huge aspect to the extremities of these fires, which has increasingly gotten worse from human contributions. The use of pollutants by humans needs to be reduced, scientists claim, for climate change to decrease in the future.

[Photo] Smoke Signals

Lena De Vore, Social Media Manager
January 30, 2020
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Senior Gavin Eldridge passes the ball inbounds to fellow teammateKobe Kriese under their opponents net.

[Photo] Learning From a Close Game

Brandon Pinto, Sports Media Managing Editor
January 29, 2020
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Athan Kaliakamanis wins first jump ball of the game.

[Photo] Antioch Basketball Conquers Grant

Tyler Cook, Tom Tom Staff
January 13, 2020
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Sophomore Hadde Luebke likes to retie her shoe before she goes out onto the competition floor so that her shoe does not fall off. This is just one of the many superstitions that the cheerleading team has.

[Photo] Tied Up In Traditions

Grace Acello, Tom Tom Staff
January 10, 2020
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[Photo] Filming a Fake Smile

Bridget Nauman, Online Sports Managing Director
December 17, 2019
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[Photo] Performing Arts

December 17, 2019
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Junior Alexander John Kutcher finds himself being influenced by the Four Pillars of National Honors Society. He believes that NHS help him in his everyday classes and will help him in his future education. 

[Photo] More Than Four Pillars: National Honor Society

Beth Kamman, Public Relations Coordinator
December 12, 2019
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Junior Gavin Calabrese found that the best way of collecting change was by asking his classmates and friends for any loose change they have laying around. His contribution further helped Antioch Community High School win the battle against Lakes Community High School.

[Photo] Battling for Open Arms Mission

Sydney Parker, Sports Writing Editor
November 15, 2019
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Cardinal Crazies impact school spirt by encouraging students to go to games with friends and dressing up in the planned themes.

[Photo] Crazies Impact School Culture

Ariana Nikolov, Tom Tom Staff
November 15, 2019
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Smith has spent his four years of high school dedicated to moments like winning the 2A cross country state title.

[Photo] One More Title

Sarah Benes, Tom Tom Staff
November 25, 2019
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Antioch chess players have found a new way to advance their skills in their games. Websites along with apps help them learn new ways to beat their opponent with a better technique that is taught through technology based chess boards.

[Photo] Chess Team Harnesses Technology to Improve

Braxton Schieler, Sequoit Media Intern
November 14, 2019
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[Photo] ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Coping With Conflicts

Daylia Brock, Lifestyles Writing Editor
November 19, 2019
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Adopting a pet allows for animals to be out of a shelter and welcomed into a new home.

[Photo] Adopting to Save a Life

Julia Hackeloer, Lifestyles Visual Editor
November 19, 2019
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Mathematics Teacher Michael McDermott finds chromebooks have been beneficial in his class. He uses Google classroom to post assignments and practice pages for his students.

[Photo] ACHS Excels With Technology

Brett Brose, Tom Tom Staff
November 8, 2019
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Antioch Community High School students find that multitasking during school can lead to stressful situations.

[Photo] Mobile Devices Encourage Multitasking

Braxton Schieler, Sequoit Media Intern
November 8, 2019
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A pen and a blazer represent the future career I am ready to achieve and the adult hood that I cannot wait to take on.

[Photo] I Wish To Be An Adult

Grace Acello, Tom Tom Staff
November 12, 2019
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Knowing people in college, I've heard a lot about there being a lot of school work. Even though it scares me a little, I can't help but be excited.

[Photo] I Wish To Be A Young Adult

Beatriz Warnes, Online Lifestyles Managing Director
November 12, 2019
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My phone is my outlet, I am able to connect with my friends and my family through text messages and social media. As a teenager, I enjoy viewing my friends on social media and supporting them.

[Photo] I Wish To Be A Teenager

Julia Hackeloer, Lifestyles Visual Editor
November 12, 2019
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When I was a kid, bright colors were my favorite style to wear, I always had a stuffed animal in my hand everywhere I traveled, and pigtails were my go to hair style.

[Photo] I Wish to Be a Kid

Bridget Nauman, Online Sports Managing Director
November 12, 2019
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[Photo] I Wish To Be Stuck Forever

Beatriz Warnes, Bridget Nauman, Julia Hackeloer, and Grace Acello
November 12, 2019
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The perfect relationships people strive to have may be completely out of reach for others.

[Photo] The Road of Life Begins With Broken Bridges

Bridget Nauman, Online Sports Managing Director
October 28, 2019
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When parental figures have a history of crimes, the behavior can often be passed onto offspring.

[Photo] Explaining the Family Life Behind the Ferociously Minded

Kaitlyn Howe, Editor-In-Chief
October 28, 2019
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Oftentimes people find themselves torn between their symbolic families and their blood relatives.

[Photo] Symbolic Families

Madison McBride, The Feather Managing Editor
October 25, 2019
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JJ Blinkers has been a staple landmark in Antioch for years. They have been around for residents to buy costumes, gags and props. This store enhances the Halloween experience for all ages.

[Photo] Carving Out the Fun in Halloween

Kourtni Weldon, Lifestyles Writing Editor
October 25, 2019
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The girls warm up for their matches.

[Photo] The Sequoits Fall to Wauconda

Jadda Pope, Tom Tom Staff
October 10, 2019
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Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis catches the ball in warmups to prepare for the game.

[Photo] Sequoits Defend Against the Rams

Matthew Soberano and Ryan Komers
October 8, 2019
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Juniors Owen Lane and Kyle Miller pushing through the last stretch of the race.

[Photo] Antioch Cross Country Dominates NLCC Opponents

Athan Kaliakmanis, Tom Tom Staff
October 7, 2019
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Ashlyn Sundell knows what people will sacrifice to be popular.

[Photo] Popularity

Rilee Schreiner, Sports Media Managing Editor
October 3, 2019
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The Sequoits got excited when their first touchdown of the game was scored.

[Photo] Football Gets Another Win

Matthew Soberano and Alex Pritchard
October 2, 2019
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[Photo] Taking It to the Courts

McKenna Kalisz, Sports Media Managing Editor
September 24, 2019
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[Photo] Soccer Up From Ground Zero

Matt Soberano, Tom Tom Staff
September 23, 2019
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[Photo] Football Gets Their First Conference Win

Rilee Schreiner, Sports Director
September 16, 2019
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[Photo] Sequoits Take the Win Over Woodstock North

Alex Pritchard, Tom Tom Staff
September 10, 2019
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The Antioch Varsity Dance coaches Samantha Kanya and Kelly Taylor go back to the field for the first game of the season.

[Photo] A Dynamic Dance Duo

Kara Galarneau, Tom Tom Staff
September 9, 2019
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[Photo] The Sequoits Lose Their First Game of the Season

Cassidy Thomas and Sammi Milliken
September 3, 2019
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Lovin Oven Cakery has pre-packaged treats to bring home with you.

[Video] Get To Know: Lovin Oven Cakery

Lovin Oven Cakery is a family-owned bakery located in the heart of Antioch.
Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff
August 30, 2019
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[Photo] Lacrosse Ends the Losing Streak

Rilee Schreiner, Tom Tom Staff
April 25, 2019
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[Photo] Boys Track and Field Kicks Off the Outdoor Season

Bridget Nauman, Online Sports Managing Director
April 3, 2019
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[Photo] Sequoits Start the Season Off Right

Kyle Christian, Tom Tom Staff
March 21, 2019
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[Photo] Baseball Begins a Season of Victory

Alexis Olson, Tom Tom Staff
April 3, 2019
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Junior Tre Watson looks to reach a person record in the long jump.

[Photo] Boys Track and Field Conquers the Lake Michigan Invite

Kyle Christian, Tom Tom Staff
March 21, 2019
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[Photo] What It Feels Like to Be the Boy Who Cried Wolf

Charlotte Bongratz and Emily Torres
March 22, 2019
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[Photo] ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: What It Feels Like to Be Trapped by the Pied Piper

Avery Frasch, Sports Media Managing Editor
March 22, 2019
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[Photo] ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: What It Feels Like to Have Your World Turned Upside Down

Kaitlyn Howe, Editor-In-Chief
March 22, 2019
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[Photo] What It Feels Like to Be Made Out Of Wood

Diana Anghel, Managing Editor
March 22, 2019
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Freshman Ariana Nikolov is seen with cigarettes and a Juul tied in her hair to represent the addiction one can be tangled in.

[Photo] What It Feels Like to Be Tangled in Temptation

Kara Galarneau, Tom Tom Staff
March 22, 2019
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Ice Castles Come to Lake Geneva

Ice Castles Come to Lake Geneva

This winter, Lake Geneva has brought a new tourist attraction to the community.
Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff
February 22, 2019
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Being in a social environment does not necessarily mean they are feeling social. Being put into a social situation at some times may feel as being completely left alone. “Although they do treat me like I belong in their group, sometimes it feels a little secluded because they’ve all been so close longer than I’ve been a part of their group,” sophomore Erika Mehring said.

[Photo] Alone Together

Shannon Price, Tom Tom Staff
February 22, 2019
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[Photo] Follow the Leader

Jacob Leitza, Tom Tom Staff
February 22, 2019
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[Photo] Review: A Dog’s Way Home

Joseph Kestian, Assistant Director
February 22, 2019
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Elijah Reyes pins the competition on his way to state.

[Photo] Seven Secure a Spot at State

Evan Day, Tom Tom Staff
February 13, 2019
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Senior Michael Volkmar grabs his opponents wrist in order to obtain control and set up a shot.

[Photo] Sequoits Wrestlers Move Closer to State

Matthew Soberano, Senior Editor
January 25, 2019
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[Photo] Antioch Cheer Competes in Their Last Invitational

Brandon Pinto, Sports Media Managing Editor
January 19, 2019
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Students and parents look through information about enrollment at Antioch Community High School.

[Photo] Class of 2023 Visits ACHS

Kara Galarneau, Tom Tom Staff
January 17, 2019
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[Photo] The Sequoits Take Down the Knights

Bridget Nauman, Online Sports Managing Director
January 12, 2019
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The varsity cheerleaders competing at the Grayslake North Invitational.

[Photo] Cheer Stumbles at Grayslake North Competition

Grace Acello, Tom Tom Staff
January 13, 2019
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Two students are reading a Tom Tom magazine and another is reading a Eagle Eye magazine.

[Photo] ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: What Different Media Programs Look Like

Lena De Vore, Social Media Manager
January 3, 2019
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[Photo] SpaceX Insight Lander Reached The Red Planet

Lena De Vore, Social Media Manager
November 28, 2018
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An old tape with a cord in the shape of a heart.

[Photo] Music Through The Decades

February 1, 2019
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Apple Cider Floats DIY

Apple Cider Floats DIY

A fall favorite in just four ingredients.
Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff
October 11, 2018
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Proactive Rather Than Reactive

Proactive Rather Than Reactive

In any given crisis, the faculty and students have been given emergency planning by implementing ALICE protocol
Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff
September 28, 2018
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Sequoits communicating in their lunch.

OPEN LETTER: Sequoits Fly Together

It takes time, but remembering to be positive and positive with those around you is incredibly important.
Valerie Rosek, Tom Tom Staff
February 9, 2018
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