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Why Family Matters
Rubani Virk, Co-Managing-Editor (10)
January 26, 2012
Out of the countless issues in America including terrorism, economy, and war, gangs are one of the issues that can affect teens the most. Gangs are a rising issue throughout the country, and teen gangs are especially life-changing at this delicate period of life. Today’s teens are invited into gangs... Read more »
ABC Considers Local Screenwriter
Cami Larsen, Sports Editor (11)
January 25, 2012
Every young aspiring writer dreams of one day having a well-known television network purchase one of their very own scripts. As a determined writer, it is necessary that he or she captures the attention of those who contributed to the reality of their dream. But, there is still a process. The first... Read more »
Pitman Aerobics More Than a Strenuous Workout
Pauline Cepeda, Staff Writer (10)
January 24, 2012
Imagine yourself breathing hard, gasping for air as sweat rolls down your face. Your heart is pumping; your legs and your arms start to feel heavy; you feel tired. You’re about to stop and give up on doing your exercise. And suddenly, you hear, “DIG DEEP!” the most memorable of all of Mrs.... Read more »
Teen Pregnancy Rate in the Netherlands: Lower than Ours?
Jessie Castellano, Senior Staff Writer (12)
January 23, 2012
Teenage pregnancy is a leading issue that most countries deal with today. The effects on the economy, along with public opinion, only solidify the need to control the problem. Benefit programs, like the ones inAmerica, continue to dwindle away all their funding by supporting this adolescent group.... Read more »
The Reality Of Your Personality
Guranjan Virk, Tech (12)
January 20, 2012
Personality—it basically defines who we are as unique individuals in this diverse universe. Everyone is different (all thanks to our personalities), but how does this all work? How do we develop our personalities? An individual’s personality is not that simple to perceive, there are many reasons... Read more »
There’s an App for That
Haley Jones, Staff Writer (10)
January 20, 2012
There’s an app for that. Oh, and an app for that too. There is an app for everything. Whether it is an app for traveling, school work, social networks, or just for entertainment, there is always an app to be found. After researching on Apple’s iTunes Store, I’ve come up with... Read more »
Animal Rights Advocates Get “Furred” Up
Cindy Teixeira, Front Page Editor (11)
January 19, 2012
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals—otherwise known as PETA—has some furry issues. Some would argue that the organization has done more harm than good in “standing up” for animals. In addition, its method’s can be extremely overboard, humiliating, and offensive. Is this how... Read more »
With “Jane By Design” There’s No Fashion Crime
Monica Ocegueda, Tech (12)
January 19, 2012
Meet Jane Quimby- a high school misfit turned into high fashion intern. Jane is a simple girl with huge dreams of belonging in the massive world of fashion. As difficult it is to be in the fashion industry, Jane seems to be flowing in perfectly until she faces her reality at home of being an unpopular... Read more »
An Insight On High School Social Cliques
Christy Giang, Staff Writer (9)
January 19, 2012
As teenagers grow into adolescence, they face a number of challenges including peer pressure, school, social cliques, school, drama, and many other things that come with the process of growing up. But wait, what are cliques and why do we have them? Social cliques are a natural thing in all high... Read more »
Hoopscoming Preview
Brianna Wheeler, Co-Managing Editor (10)
January 19, 2012
Hoopscoming is here! Be prepared for more dress up days, lunch time activities and another rally! We will be having different activities and dress-up days Tuesday through Friday. Dress-Up Days: Tuesday: Cartoon Day/Kindergarten Day (dress like a little kid) On Tuesday during lunch there will... Read more »