May 2022 Q&A

How much wood doesn’t a woodchuck if it?

Why are we assuming that the woodchuck is chucking wood? Why are we basing our assumptions on stereotypes we learned as children? Be better.

Biggest pet peeves of the Increscent:

-Improper spelling and/or grammar.

-Hearsay

-Anti-francophones and Pro-francophones (Académie Française)

What are the best-paying jobs in Beloit?

Woodman's is well known for paying high, and on the weekend they add 1.5x pay on Sundays. The main problem there is that they are very strict on punctuality and attendance. Don’t be late. Don’t call off. Also, Starbucks, Dairy Queen, and Culvers are lovely options, with a plethora of benefits.

What are your thoughts on Ms. Forbes?

We are not able to comment on these issues.

How many school days do we have a year?

The state mandates that there are 1,137 hours of instruction per year, which works out to around 142 days. There’s snow days and other things to factor in as well, though.

What are the benefits of taking a foreign language at BMHS?

The teachers are quite great. The classes could also provide a unique cultural experience. It also gives you an opportunity to speak a new language with your friends, and understand your native tongue in a new way.

What is the secret of being happy?

Make your own purpose in life, and listen to yourself; what is it you want?

Why are birthdays important?

As a child, they mark your advancement through the various stages of development. Many people become indifferent to them as they age, though. However they mark every year

Why is Hayden Murray chauve?

Who is Hayden Murray? We were unable to locate said person(s) here at The Increscent.

Will the school ever change the school lunch?

Unless Aramark unclenches its iron-clad fist around public catering, likely not.

How do I make him fall in love with me?

Don’t be desperate and maybe he’ll finally appreciate that you have self-worth. However, could also make an effort to make him notice you, but just make sure you do it in a non-stalker way.

Is the school going to do anything about the intense heat in the building?

This question will be addressed thoroughly in one of the articles of this edition. To be short, yes. There are things in motion but there are not any strict timelines.

Is the funding we get being used appropriately?

It depends on what one values, or deems appropriate to spend on. However, in terms of grants that the district receives typically can only be used for their intended purpose.

Why do upperclassmen date freshmen?

It’s ok, their relationship won’t last anyways...

What are the people who peaked in high school going to do now?

People are like stars. They shine bright for millennia, but eventually, like all things, they must burn out. Likely they find some mediocre job and accept a lacking life with their high school or college sweetheart.

Bop or flop the US:

Total flop, unless you’re a straight, cis, white man.

How do you plan on spending your summer?

I plan on following Hayden’s Studious, Scholarly Summer Guide.

What is the best summer drink from Starbucks?

None of the new drinks are really worth trying. However, if you’re feeling spicy try a matcha lemonade with three pumps of raspberry syrup.