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The
Abby Power
_Comic Corner_
_Spotlight On..._
SPJH celebrated Pride day on April 5, 2017.
Meet the Team!
I am one of the enthusiastic info-bringers for The Python Post. My jokes are based on Mr. Christopher's winter jokes. My favorite section of our newspaper is G’s World! I hope that students are reading the school newspaper. I have a dog named alligator.
Hey there. I’m Abby Power, and I give the newspaper recipes, and… that’s it. I also provide much moral support while I play “monkey go happy escape” or “plants vs zombies” (while providing walnut related commentary) with Eva. I’m also very funny (and by funny I mean so bad at puns they’re hilarious).
Welcome back!
Vol. 1 Number 5
Vol. 1 Number 5
The Python Post team
From top left Nathan, Victoria, Sam, Mr. Burton
From the bottom left: Abby, Eva, Catherine
Missing: Dylan
From the bottom left: Abby, Eva, Catherine
Missing: Dylan
Sam Frew
Why, hello!
I’m what I’d like to call (even if it’s not entirely true), “The Head Of Artistic Design and Visual Editing” but most people just call me Sam, much less of a mouthful. I’ve drawn about half of our comics, and I also write the majority of “Poet’s Corner”. I’ve recently messed around with some ideas and created our official Python Post mascot, the Newspaper-Snake(I know, I know, but it’s funny). I’m in grade eight, French, and I was just told to add that by my superior, but I’d much rather tell you about how cool Anna Kendrick is, or artwork, or human rights, maybe even the stars... I’m often told that I get distracted too easily as well, but I think that’s what makes me so artistic... I always tell myself that inspiration often blooms from a beautiful distraction, and being a part of the newspaper has certainly been that and much more.
I’m what I’d like to call (even if it’s not entirely true), “The Head Of Artistic Design and Visual Editing” but most people just call me Sam, much less of a mouthful. I’ve drawn about half of our comics, and I also write the majority of “Poet’s Corner”. I’ve recently messed around with some ideas and created our official Python Post mascot, the Newspaper-Snake(I know, I know, but it’s funny). I’m in grade eight, French, and I was just told to add that by my superior, but I’d much rather tell you about how cool Anna Kendrick is, or artwork, or human rights, maybe even the stars... I’m often told that I get distracted too easily as well, but I think that’s what makes me so artistic... I always tell myself that inspiration often blooms from a beautiful distraction, and being a part of the newspaper has certainly been that and much more.
Eva Haas
Hey, I’m Eva Haas and I’m the Editor-in-Chief of the Python Post – or what I like to call the Big Kahuna, but everybody knows that it’s only me who says that. I’m in eighth grade and most of the time I’m laughing too loudly or inflicting my opinion on anyone who will listen. I absolutely adore writing and reading – I think that words are one of the most interesting things ever. I have a very loud voice and I like to talk so maybe that’s one of the reasons I like newspaper so much. I usually write the feature and always Something to Think About. I’m glad to have an outlet to talk to the school and not have anybody be like, “Oh my goodness, Eva’s talking again – no surprise!” P.S. I also have a bad habit of playing games (i.e. Monkey Go Happy Escape or Plants vs. Zombies with Abby) while I’m supposed to be doing work, but don’t tell Ms. Autexier...
Catherine Somerton
Nathan Edwards
Sports Reporter extraordinaire
Do you have a sporting event? Nathan will cover it!
Dylan Pittman
Dylan Pittman is a French immersion student in grade 8. Him and Samantha create our monthly comic which make us laugh so much! Dylan is also known to write a book review now and again. Thank you for all your hard work!
Ms. Autexier & Mr. Burton
(Teacher sponsors)
Congratulations are extended to Mr. Christopher for being the recipient of the 2017 PHE Canada Dr. Andy Anderson Young Professional Award! Thank you for everything that you do. We are so lucky to have you as our gym teacher! Even when you dress up for retro day....
Mr. Christopher!
DATES TO REMEMBER
MAY 5 - PD Day - No classes for students
MAY 12 - Grade 9 Orientation at O'Donel
MAY 15 - All tickets for fundraiser due back
MAY 16 - Grade 9 Junior Achievement
MAY 18 - Ticket draw for fundraiser
MAY 22 - Victoria Day holiday
MAY 25 - Volunteer Appreciation 5:30 - 6:30pm
MAY 25 - Open House 6:30 - 7:30
MAY 25 - Grade 6 Parent Orientation 7:30 - 8:30
MAY 26 - Public Health - Vaccinations
MAY 31 - Last Day to Submit Late Term Three Work
JUNE 1 - Grade 9 School Leaving Celebration 5:30pm
JUNE 8 - SPJH Spring Concern and Fine Arts Showcase!
JUNE 14-16 - EXAMS
JUNE 19-21 Sports Day activities will take place during the last week of school
JUNE 22 - Term ends
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Activities & Events
YOGA AND MEDITATION RUNNING SESSIONS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
MUSIC CLASSES / EVENTS ART & CRAFTS CLASSES CARE FOR A PET
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LA RES PVBLICA
I HS
XVI IUNIVS DXCVIII AVC
SEDICESIMO GIORNO PRIMA DELLE CALENDE DI QUINTILIS
PARTITA LA CAMPAGNA IN BRITANNIA
G. G. CESARE ALLA VOLTA DI KENT
MOBILITATE CINQVE LEGIONI E DVEMILA CAVALIERI
NVOVO PONTE SVL RENO
Sono appena giunte le notizie dell’ultimo capolavoro della tecnologia architettonica romana. Le nostre legioni in Gallia sono riuscite a costruire un ponte di legno sul fiume Reno nel tempo record di appena dieci giorni. Il ponte, lungo poco più di due stadi e mezzo e largo due passi e mezzo, ha rappresentato una grande sfida ingegneristica sia per la larghezza del fiume e la forza della sua corrente sia per l’assenza di alcun ausilio tecnico già in partenza. I legionari hanno usato esclusivamente il legno della foresta circostante, non solo per la struttura ma anche per le gru necessarie al fine di completarlo in un tempo ragionevolmente breve. Certamente è un opera costruita per scopi bellici e non definitiva in opus caementitium ma si può ritenere l’ennesimo successo di ingegneria e architettura romana che i barbari non riusciranno mai a eguagliare.
Una nuova importante tappa nella guerra gallica: Di poche ore fa è la decisione del Proconsole G. G. Cesare di partire da Roma alla conquista dei territori britannici via mare. Come affermato dallo stesso Cesare la decisione è stata presa per "scoraggiare i britanni nel dare continuo
supporto alle popolazioni galliche che già da tempo i nostri legionari combattono.
Data la mancanza di informazioni su questi luoghi era stato inviato qualche mese fa un tribuno -Gaio Voluseno- ad esplorare la costa. Con il suo ritorno è potuta iniziare la preparazione della campagna: La flotta è
Data la mancanza di informazioni su quei luoghi era stato inviato qualche mese fa un tribuno -G. Voluseno- ad esplorare la costa. Con il suo ritorno si è potuto iniziare a preparare la campagna nei minimi dettagli: La flotta è stata radunata a Portus Itius, ottanta navi atte a trasportare
le cinque legioni e una dozzina di navi da guerra per la cavalleria. Ieri le prime imbarcazioni hanno lasciato la Piccardia. L'obiettivo è di sbarcare a Kent in qualche settimana. Ovviamente Cesare è in testa alle sue legioni.
I HS
XVI-IVNIVS-DCXCVIII AVC
Sedicesimo giorno prima delle calende di Qvintilis
INTERVISTA ESCLUSIVA A MARCO TULLIO CICERONE
D: Gaio Giulio Cesare ha indetto una nuova campagna contro i Britanni. Che ne pensa di questa iniziativa del proconsole e del conflitto che dura da ormai tre anni in Gallia?
MTC: Essendo stata la campagna in Gallia sino ad ora vittoriosa, poiché io nutro rispetto nei confronti della persona del proconsole Gaio Giulio Cesare, considerandolo un individuo ingegnoso, colto, previdente e diligente in battaglia tanto quanto in carattere, ritengo che egli abbia dimostrato una particolare brillantezza, per quanto io consideri ulteriori guerre e conflitti ai confini come all’interno della res publica nocivi allo Stato, dato che giudico di primaria importanza l’interesse di quest’ulimo, mentre al contrario condanno coloro che provvedono ad accrescere il proprio dominio, danneggiando quindi il bene comune dei civites e ponendo un grande pericolo per la res publica, in ambito militare.
D: Perché, quali sono i suoi dubbi?
MTC: Poiché vi sono condizioni purtroppo favorevoli per trasformare la libera res publica in regnum, sull’onda delle strabilianti vittorie in campo militare, e dal momento che Cesare, nel caso in cui vincesse la campagna, si troverebbe tra le mani un potere che potrebbe minacciare quello del Senato, considero importante fare attenzione e difendere quindi lo Stato repubblicano.
D: Cosa si aspetta in futuro, della repubblica?
MTC: Considerando gli eventi attuali, sottolineando la grande influenza che il proconsole Cesare e il console Pompeo stanno acquisendo, ritengo che potrebbero esservi dei tentativi di rovesciamento del Senato, dai quali mi dissocio e mi dissocerò fortemente, in quanto io giudico l’attuale forma di governo la migliore.
RIPRODUZIONE RISERVATA.
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DESIGNING MY FUTURE BACKGROUND AND VALUES
WHAT MOVES ME? my passions
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Hey! I'M HELOISA, 21 YEARS, COMING FROM BRAZIL
first OF ALL, MY FAMILY
(and that includes my dog )
they are my reason of life
they remind me of who I am and where i came from
they inspire me
and every step I take I think how it would affect them...
...however, here is another passion that in fact makes me stay away from the first one:
TRAVEL
Ah! I highly recommend that you explore the world! the unknown really fascinates me
AND the feeling that you are always about to discover something completely different.
I’m now in my second exchange
and I can’t wait for the next one.
<- three unforgettable months in California
oNE YEAR IN Australia ->
What’s next?
New cultures, new languages, new places, new drinks, new food, new beaches....
BEACHES
MY third passion!
wELL, FOR ME life is about salty hair, sun and sand.
When I was 18 years old I moved to the place THAT I really want to live for my entire lifE
my magic island!
Florianopolis, or Floripa, is a city in south Brazil composed of one main island, a continental part and surrounding small islands.
The place I call home! THIS IS THE HERCILIO LUZ BRIDGE IN FLORIANOPOLIS
ALTHOUGH THE Story Bridge in Brisbane
REMINDS ME A LOT FLORIPA...
I MISS MY CITY
Floripa is also known BY its famous parties another passion
Night clubs everywhere!
Party, party again and be behind the scenes as well.
Organize parties and events is definitely one of my interests! decide Theme, Tickets, Place, Public, Drinks, Music, Facilities, Promotion, Sales, and work hard for The Big Night !
See people having fun *in* an event I helped to realise, there is no price!
Not only parties...but also trips! Plan each detail, route, search flights, accommodation, find places unknown for tourists, do on my way. I would never buy a ready travel agency package, but I would love to suggest and help people that don’t like to plan by themselves with their trips, do my best so they could have the best experience ever! maybe i’ll have a travel blog one day, who knows.
Blog, Facebook, WebSite, Linkedin, Instagram, Snapchat and the futures social media
platforms that I will use, really matters to me.
The majority of the companies need social media to grow, show your business, prospect new customers, stay connected with the world
and I would love to work within this area, help to develop websites, blogs and even apps mental note: study hard!
I should have followed my brother and studied advertising...
however, I chose to study international relations. first because i really thought that i could change the world: stopping corruption, to end poverty, to achieve social equity for everyone, to build the ideal world.
it’s impossible turn on the tv and be indifferent to the situation in Syria, for example
Today, I still believe that I can contribute for a better world, not as idealistic as the United Nations,
but by giving my best in any kind of work, any company and anytime
For me, Help changing the world starts with simple attitudes, result of our values!
my top 4 VALUES
My judgement of what is important in life
Honesty
every relationship should be based on honesty, be honest with myself, with my friends, my family, my colleagues, my boss.
i strongly believe that dishonesty steps will not take us anywhere.
Empathy
It is a daily exercise, place myself in another's position, trying to understand or feel what another person is experiencing. It’s hard, but extremely necessary.
Empathy makes me more tolerant, comprehensive, makes me a better person.
To care about the other is part of our mission in life.
"Happiness is a journey, not a destination; happiness is to be found along the way not at the end of the road, for then the journey is over and it's too late. The time for happiness is today not tomorrow."
Quoted by Paul H Dunn
find happiness in simple things, simple attitudes. I Train my mind to be grateful and happy for my health, my food, my home, my daily opportunity to make different and to make difference in someone’s life.
HAPPINESS
BALANCE
find a balance between mind, body and spirit to make everything work together is what brings me peace of mind!
also it’s important to know how to balance work and leisure, friends and family, temporary desires and life goals
Finally, I'm going to talk about my strengths and abilities, or at least things that I consider as strengths
DETERMINATION
COMMUNICATIVE
OPEN MINDED
AND ABILITIES
Teamwork
Adaptability
PROMOTING EVENTS
It's all about how much you want something. If I really want, i'll have determination to get it. It can be a job, a test, to study at qut, any challenge.
I don`t really like to do everything by myself and do believe that work on a team has many benefits. Share ideas, get feedbacks, suggestions, learn and teach at the same time and help each other.
Every day I realise how important it is to leave aside our preconceptions and have a mind receptive to new and different ideas. we can always learn a new point of view, change our mind or simply respect others opinion.
Everything and every relationship works better when people clearly communicate each other. Be communicative also helps in networking, making new friends, finding opportunities, or just to know more about the guy sitting next you on the bus.
Miscommunication is one of the reasons why people argue, get disappointed and, in fact, a lot of issues could be solved by the simple act of communcation .
organise,organise and organise. events are my passion, and an event will only work with a good promotion, marketing, advertising strategies, any innovative way to call public attention.
it`s good to have everything planned. however, for several times things didn`t work as i have planned and i had to find out solutions, be patient and adapt myself. there is always a different way to do or to solve things
Now you and I can know more about me, thanks for your time
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What the hell is Hoodoo?: Hoodoo is an African American folk magic which incorporates African beliefs, Native American spirituality and good ol’ Catholicism. It’s a mish mash of magic involving prayers, oils, powders, jar spells, candle magic and ancestors, amongst other odds and ends I’ll get to before the run of this zine series is up.
Who the hell are you?: I’m a budding rootworker. “Rootwork” and “Conjure” are other names for Hoodoo. Voudon/Voodoo is NOT Hoodoo, by the way. Anyways, I started a few months ago. I’ve sucked up all the written material and some video material as well. I’ve got books hidden in my trunk and a journal with a lock on it. I’ve got recipes and rules and I spend time to study daily. My car is my alter for all things magic as I don’t live in a place I can practice freely, I spend many nights bundled up in jackets and blankets with a window crack so as not to suffocate while I light candles with petitions underneath.
Welcome, to my adventures in Hoodoo.
Topics that this zine will cover include:
Psalms, Candles, Oils, Herbs, Sachet Powders, How to use these tools, Laying tricks, mojos and gris gris, Petitioning Saints and honoring ancestors. Just to name a few.
Welcome to my Adventures in Hoodoo.
I have no one to share this sort of journey with, and that’s where YOU come in. I was burying some candle wax in my front yard and a neighbor saw me at 9 at night with a big shovel pressing all my weight into it to dig past the winter chill of the ground and flopping the dirt neatly into a pile. The lady was turning around on the street in her car and rolled up in the driveway next to me. I was a little stunned at the time, so I slammed the shovel down into the hole I was making and waved at my neighbors’ car. Then I went immediately back to digging because that’s the natural not-weird-thing-to-do in that situation, yeah?
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Welcome back!
Vol. 1 Number 4 Monthly Feature
Recipe
Spotlight on...
Sports Section
Teacher Facts
Comic
Poetry Corner
This recipe is made in a blender!
Ingredients
1 cup low-fat milk
1 ⅓ cup flour
2 cups spinach
2 tbsp flaxseeds
3 large eggs
2 tbsp sugar
1 banana
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp baking powder
Instructions
Add milk, flour, spinach and flax seeds to blender.
Blend on a high speed for 50 seconds. Add remaining ingredients and blend on medium-low speed for 30 seconds.
Allow batter to rest 5 minutes.
Heat pan over medium to medium high heat and grease.
Pour approximately ¼ cup of batter onto heated pan and cook approximately 1 minute or until bubbles break the surface of the pancake, and the underside is golden brown.
Flip and cook for approximately 30 seconds.
Repeat with remaining batter! Yum!
Python Athletes Congratulations to the Grade 7 Boys Basketball (Team Blue) who won the NLBA Provincial Basketball Championship. The boys went undefeated all weekend and defeated MacDonald Drive Junior High in the championship game! Awesome job boys!
Our Pythons Grade 8 Girls Basketball Team won the Python Cup in the month of February! The girls hosted an 8 team tournament and went undefeated! The girls played an awesome championship game vs Leary's Brook Junior High to win the trophy! Way to go girls!
Pythons Grade 7 Boys Volleyball Team who their third championship of the season. The boys went undefeated to win the Leary's Brook Invitational. The boys will be traveling to Clarenville in March to play their Provincial Championship! Good luck boys!
February Python Athletes of the Month:
Gabe Trickett- Grade 7 Boys Basketball
Karen Greek- Grade 7 Girls Basketball
Winged Thieves
Fluttering moth at our rec-room ceiling light Spinning round and round
And up and down.
It steals into the house
As I try to escape
A summer night's Porch light clutter.
I swing at it with determined hands
Or maybe a rolled-up flyer
Or the flyswatter from under the sink.
Though swathed in light,
Their jagged, fluttery movements
Make them hard to see
Unless they land.
Maybe it is coloured like
Brazen night-time eyes,
Maybe a foul skull,
Or some non-descript pale wraith.
They are my wife's tender enemies,
Her icky anathema,
And though I owe them no personal grudge,
I am her tender soldier
Defending against the tainted taunt
Of their wings.
They are wiley
And fast,
And evade as good as any thief.
They enter and
Some small part of
Our wont comfort
Is stolen away.
Fluttering moth at our rec-room ceiling light Spinning round and round
And up and down.
It steals into the house
As I try to escape
A summer night's Porch light clutter.
I swing at it with determined hands
Or maybe a rolled-up flyer
Or the flyswatter from under the sink.
Though swathed in light,
Their jagged, fluttery movements
Make them hard to see
Unless they land.
Maybe it is coloured like
Brazen night-time eyes,
Maybe a foul skull,
Or some non-descript pale wraith.
They are my wife's tender enemies,
Her icky anathema,
And though I owe them no personal grudge,
I am her tender soldier
Defending against the tainted taunt
Of their wings.
They are wiley
And fast,
And evade as good as any thief.
They enter and
Some small part of
Our wont comfort
Is stolen away.
In February our Physical Education classes celebrated the NLESD Dart Outside Week. Our students were bused to Paradise Park to enjoy a morning of sliding and hot chocolate. Everyone had a great time in the fresh air!
DATES TO REMEMBER
-During February and March our students are participating in badminton lunch time Intramurals. All students are welcome! Drop by the gymnasium any lunch time Monday- Thursday to have a game!
-French tutorials take place every Thursday afternoon after school.
-During February and March our students are participating in badminton lunch time Intramurals. All students are welcome! Drop by the gymnasium any lunch time Monday- Thursday to have a game!
-French tutorials take place every Thursday afternoon after school.
-Gaming Club every day 3 & 6 in the library at lunch.
-Social Action every day 4 in the library.
-GSA every day 2 in the library
March 13th - 17th - Spirit Week
March 10th & 20th - Grade 9 Needles
March 17th - Report cards go home
March 20th - March 24th - Scholastic Book Fair
March 20th - Dress as your favorite literary character day! Prizes will be given to the most creative costumes!
March 24th - Deadline for Science Fair registration
March 30th - Heritage Fair
March 10th & 20th - Grade 9 Needles
March 17th - Report cards go home
March 20th - March 24th - Scholastic Book Fair
March 20th - Dress as your favorite literary character day! Prizes will be given to the most creative costumes!
March 24th - Deadline for Science Fair registration
March 30th - Heritage Fair
Throughout the winter months, one thing on everybody’s mind is the sheer amount of SNOW. There’s so much, it’s everywhere and inescapable! Everybody has to ask before they go anywhere if the roads are okay, and most times they aren’t. This blocks us inside and drives us crazy and it’s rainy and snowy and everyone’s miserable for a block of at least three solid months of year. Of course, all us students adore our frequent snow days during these gloriously chilly months, but in all honesty, we’re driven mad with cabin fever very quickly. All that dirty snow, accumulating everywhere? Yeah, a lot of us would like to pass. And so, to kick away these winter blues, the school has of course been selling tickets for a warm vacation somewhere nice – but other than that, I want to share some tips on how to cope with feelings of being trapped by nasty Old Man Winter. So without further ado, here are my coping mechanisms so I don’t go snow-crazy:
1. Hot drinks! They’re a welcome distraction from the chill.
2. Some cozy you-time, reading or writing or drawing wrapped up in a nice blanket. Mmm…
3. Taking a walk – I know most of you might be thinking, ‘yuck, exercise’ but here I am to tell you that a breath of fresh air can cure most any cabin fever. If it’s a snowstorm this obviously isn’t the best thing for you, but in the aftermath, in all that quietness, you can be alone with yourself. It’s really calming for a stressed student such as myself!
4. Getting together with friends wherever possible. Go sliding! Make use of good company and snowy weather.
5. Finally, I’ll say that though winter is pretty frozen and bums most all of us out, it really is a gorgeous time, and getting out is a really good cure for all of the feelings that come along with being snowed in. So, good luck banishing those pesky blues, and if you’re not having luck, find solace in the fact that we’re all in this together!
1. Hot drinks! They’re a welcome distraction from the chill.
2. Some cozy you-time, reading or writing or drawing wrapped up in a nice blanket. Mmm…
3. Taking a walk – I know most of you might be thinking, ‘yuck, exercise’ but here I am to tell you that a breath of fresh air can cure most any cabin fever. If it’s a snowstorm this obviously isn’t the best thing for you, but in the aftermath, in all that quietness, you can be alone with yourself. It’s really calming for a stressed student such as myself!
4. Getting together with friends wherever possible. Go sliding! Make use of good company and snowy weather.
5. Finally, I’ll say that though winter is pretty frozen and bums most all of us out, it really is a gorgeous time, and getting out is a really good cure for all of the feelings that come along with being snowed in. So, good luck banishing those pesky blues, and if you’re not having luck, find solace in the fact that we’re all in this together!
By: Mr. Burton
By: Eva Haas
Mr. G. Williams!
Mr. G is The Python Post Teacher of the Month!
During the third week of March (13th- 17th) SPJH will show our school spirit by participating in numerous exciting activities organised by the one and only, Mr. G. Please watch the video below for more details about spirit week at SPJH.
Interviewed by: Victoria Tuck
"Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. I wish you the BEST of luck today."
-Irish proverb
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A Month In Review
Chase Away the Winter Blues and Positive Python winners!
The grade 8's visit The Rooms and remember those who fought for our freedom.
The French club hosting their annual French carnival!
Our Pythons hard at work during Skills NL.
Pythons stand up to bullying and show awesome support for Pink Shirt Day!
Quebec trip 2017!
Ms. Pearce jumped out of an air plane from 3500ft in the air! It was a single jump which means she did it all by herself!!
Mr. Staple has beaten every Super Mario game ever invented! woo hoo!
Why didn't the vampire bite Taylor Swift?
WHY?
Because she had BAD BLOOD!
_Joke_
Brought to you by:
Victoria Tuck
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What Changes Need To Be Made In CCHS?
By: Collin Reed
This is a question the Cannon County Board of Education faces year after year. A poll, conducted by the newspaper staff, asked 111 students and a number of teachers this very question. When asked, many said they were happy at CCHS, but most had their own take on how to improve our school. Many common answers included sanitary conditions in the bathrooms, more room to eat at lunch, less homework, longer lunch, and to be able to take our backpacks through classes. These are definitely not the only responses we got, but most feedback received were of those.
7.2% of those asked felt that the restrooms weren’t as clean as they should be. Many of us can relate to this and you could safely say that everyone agrees with this statement. Though some of it may be, it is not just the custodians’ fault, or anyone in particular. If this problem is properly recognized, we can all find some way to help. There seems to always be some type of trash on the floor to pick up, if everyone does a little bit here and there, we could make a world of a difference.
Of those questioned, 15.3% wanted more room to eat during lunch. This is one that most everyone who didn’t get to sit with their friends or sit where they would have liked at lunch can agree with. The main reason for the restriction of the lower halls is the excessive trash which is left. This goes right back to the idea of keeping the school picked up. Yes, it is not everyone who leaves trash, but leaving it there does not make teachers and staff want to leave the lower halls open. With that aside, it would be much more convenient and smooth to not have to be crammed in a loud, crowded lunch room.
It is not surprising that 7.2% of the people interviewed said they wanted less homework. Nearly every student, sometime or another, has wished for no more homework. Of course, some homework is needed for practice and some homework is needed for a grade to benefit us and the teacher. Despite these positive aspects, many students feel overwhelmed at times; for many, it seems like there is no break from it through the school week. Homework does not need to be totally abolished, but there definitely needs to be a strong reduction in how much is given. Many teachers may not realize that the teacher on the other end of the hall also gave 5 workbook pages.
A whole 17% of those asked said they wanted a longer lunch. This is really one that many of us wish for but know how hard it would be for the school board to work 5 or 10 more minutes of lunch time into the schedule. There is however, a good argument to be made for an extended lunch. Many students wait in line for a considerable amount of time before they get their food, so some of these may not get finished before the bell rings. This could be part of an argument, but the school board would need a much better reason to lengthen lunch.
The suggestion that has the best argument just so happens to have the most votes. 19.8% of students questioned said they wanted to be able to carry their backpacks throughout the school day. Many of us have had the experience of dropping our books because they slipped or fell out of our hand. Backpacks are have said to be able to house drugs, alcohol, firearms, and bombs. This rule of no backpacks has a loophole, if a student wanted to take any of those things to school all they would have to do is take said item into school with the backpack and hide the item in their locker. If a student wanted to bring drugs to school, it could easily fit in their pocket. If a person wanted to bring a bomb or firearm to school, they will find a way, backpacks banned or not.
There were multiple other good suggestions, but these make up the most popular. To conclude, everyone is going to have something to complain about or critique, but if you really think about it, CCHS is actually a really decent, smooth running school.
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HOUGHMAN HERALD
February-March Edition
Contest Winners!
January was a busy time for the students and teachers at Forest City. Getting back from a much deserved winter break, starting the New Year, and getting back to our studies. We also had BLACK OUT BULLYING WEEK and LITERACY WEEK. It just so happens that these two were in the same week! During Black Out Bullying week we participated in activities to promote kindness and anti-bullying. We also participated in reading activities for Literacy Week. For example, an older grade partnering with a younger grade to model good reading.
Students were also able to participate in either a poster contest, essay contest, or a Public Service Announcement Video (PSA). Forest City is very proud to announce the winners on the district level.
2nd Place in the essay contest goes to Niarie D. in 4th grade.
1st Place in the PSA contest goes to Madeline, Mia, Alyssa, and Iana.
Honorable Mention: Elias V. 1st Place at Forest City in the Poster Contest.
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Calendar Events
February 14: Valentine's Day
Hootie Store Grades K-1
February 17: Hootie Grades 2-5
February 20: Presidents' Day-No School
March 7: Hootie Store Grades K-1
March 9: Report Cards go home
March 10: Hootie Store Grade 2-5
March 12: Daylight Savings Time
March 14: Family STEM Night 6-8pm
March 17: No School/Teacher Work Day
March 20-24: Spring Break/No School
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Special Report
Hooties
What are Hooties?
Hooties are an incentive for positive behavior. You can receive Hooties for a variety of different reasons. For example, showing good manners in the cafeteria, wearing you TBK shirt or other black shirt on Tuesdays, walking quietly in line, picking up trash in the hallway or playground, or being prepare to learn for the day.
Who gives out Hooties?
All teachers and staff at Forest City can give out Hooties. You never know who is going to catch you doing the right thing.
What do we do with the Hooties?
GO SHOPPING! There is a Hootie store with a variety of different prizes to pick from like plush toys, books, posters, or keychains. The more Hooties you earn the more you can buy. So we find kids love to save.. save.. save! Check out the calendar to see what days you can visit the Hootie Store.
Do the teachers and students like the Hooties?
Yes, students love to know they have done something well and have made a difference and the teachers like to reward the students for their positive behavior. It’s a win-win for everyone.
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