Boys’ Varsity Volleyball Article

For the seniors of the boys’ volleyball team, the last home game versus Bell-Jeff was one they will never forget. They played the best game they could play, even though their scores fell short of a victory.

Not only did the senior boys pour excessive sweat, but they poured their hearts out to make their last competition memorable.

With their fellow classmates cheering them on, they were determined to make the Valiants proud.

They were neck and neck until the third set, more determined than ever to bring it home.

Despite their loss on the score board, their contribution to their alma mater and team members will be forever appreciated.

Add a comment May 13, 2008

Prom Is Upon Us

It’s the middle of April, and thoughts about prom are quickly permeating the air. Feelings of anticipation, excitement and nervousness flood the minds of students as the event draws near. Last minute preparations are being done as the year is coming to its final moments.
While making memories is certainly important, going out in style definitely makes a difference. When buying your dress it is important to keep in mind some key details, such as what is currently in season.
Overall, color and style depend on your personality. Pick a color that suits you and a style you are comfortable wearing. Most important of all, the dress must fit. If you dig trends, then aim for long delicate dresses in either gold, yellow, white, orange or multi-color. Remember: do not over accessorize.
It is important to not stress out when it comes to finding a date. There have been assumptions that you simply cannot go to prom without a date, which is preposterous. Sometimes going with friends can be a lot more fun and you are not restricted to one person for the whole night.
The prom of 2008 at St. Gen’s should certainly be one to remember. We have a very unique prom court, representing members from nearly every social circle. This goes to show how diverse the school really is. Everyone, regardless of stature, is offered different opportunities that make their high school experience unique and truly extraordinary.

Add a comment April 17, 2008

Senioritis Article

Early symptoms of the disease- laziness, lack of focus, uncertainty in making decisions- often appear in the fall. By spring, the average high school senior may have completely become disoriented academically. 

 Senioritis attacks high-achieving, average and struggling students alike. By this time in the school year, most college-bound seniors have turned in their applications and received their acceptance letters. The 30% of seniors who aren’t headed for a higher education may not have figured out what they want to do after graduation. 

In Saint Genevieve High School’s senior class of 2008, senioritis relatively seems not to be the issue that other high school seniors are engulfed simultaneously during their senior year. The high participation of seniors in sports, play productions and most importantly homecoming demonstrates that the class of 2008 can have fun during their senior year while maintaining their academics as the utmost importance.  

The Class of 2008 proves to the Valiant community an important aspect of their achievement as a class. The first time in _ years there has never been a class who has maintained a grade-point average above a 3.0 until now. Only one percent of the senior class has a grade-point average below a 3.0.  

“I am very glad to know that we are not letting senioritis get to us. Not only are the seniors excelling their academics, the seniors are also dominating many of the extracurricular activities. This is our last year in high school and we are doing it big,” said senior Justin Sabino.  

Senior John Paul Quiocho also agrees.

“It just proves that academically, the students of Saint Genevieve are getting more intellectual and are having fun learning in class. For the past years, SGHS has struggled to searching teachers with great credentials and with just that 1% it shows that we’ve achieved an unexpected goal.”

 The seniors are commencing a legacy for the underclassmen to take the initiative to follow their footsteps and face the odds regardless of the circumstance.

Add a comment January 23, 2008

Drumline Rough Draft

Behind all the overpowering beats of the snare drums, tenor drums, bass drums, and cymbals; the ringing notes of the xylophone make a colorful addition to the percussion section of Saint Genevieve High School’s first-ever drumline ensemble.

Senior Annabel Navarro has gotten the opportunity to be part of the drumline ensemble by playing the only keyboard percussion; the xylophone. Like any other instrument, the xylophone requires constant practice and dedication in order to master professionalism. In order to reach professionalism, not only does experience take part to become great, rather the passion for it is what makes it acquirable.

Once an announcement was made in the beginning of the school year calling all interested Valiants to take part of joining drumline; Annabel was immediately intrigued. Having a knowledgeable background of playing various instruments, she knew that being part of drumline would enrich her passion for music.  

Annabel, as well as her fellow drumline members, is passionate about playing instruments while at the same time contributing her unique talent to her school. They constantly practice and dedicate themselves to do something that they enjoy.  

Only since the formation of the school’s drumline has a new, renovated fight song been created to give a sample of what the Valiant Spirit is all about. The new Valiant fight song was well received by the Valiants due to its talented ensemble whose hard work paid off. 

When asked about her opinion regarding the new Valiant fight song, Annabel thinks that the song is great and likes it because “it’s easy to play and it is catchy.” 

Not only does she play the xylophone, she also plays the cymbals and the bells. Due to her talent to play many instruments, she enjoys the advantage to multitask with the instruments available to her. 

Although the drums are far much louder and stand out than that of the xylophone, Annabel truly stands out from the crowd. Her constant dedication to music from an early age has come to show that with commitment and loving what she does contribute to the realization of her full potential as a member of Saint Genevieve’s drumline team. 

Add a comment December 19, 2007

Bob it like Beckham

Victoria Beckham’s new trend-setting do modifies the classic bob into that of an updated, chic look. She recently cut off her long hair extensions and is now sporting a sleek blonde bob that is named after her – the Pob. 

Pob, which stands for Posh Bob, is the hottest new hairstyle of the season. So if you are looking for a trendy new hairstyle – opt to Bob it like Beckham.

 Victoria Beckham has brought the bob back to the headline in hair fashion. She took a classic cut, added her unique twist and reinvented the hairstyle. 

Although the bob has been around for many years and will always be a timeless look, the Pob takes this hairstyle to another level. The wonderful thing about the Pob is that it can suit every female’s individual facial features and hair type. 

With just a few minor adjustments, you can tailor this look for yourself. Anyone can wear a Pob and look as chic and trendy as Victoria.  

The Pob is the perfect cut no matter what you’re doing for the day. It can be worn for a casual morning at Starbucks or styled up for an evening out. It is a low maintenance cut that can be styled with ease and guaranteed stress-free.   

If you are thinking about having your hair cut into a hip new Pob, visit your salon for a consultation and flatter yourself with the new do that’s suits you best.

Add a comment December 14, 2007

Rustic Apple Pie

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Gazpacho con camorones al castillano

 Gazpacho con camarones al castillano

Add a comment November 1, 2007

Sándwich a la argentina recipe

 

Sándwich a la argentina 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 loaf of rustic Italian bread
• 6 thinly cut chicken breasts
• 2 cups of Italian bread crumbs
• Romaine lettuce
• 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
• Mayonnaise
• Olive oil
• Fresh oregano and rosemary

DIRECTIONS

1.  In a plate, cover chicken breasts with bread crumbs and add salt to taste. Heat olive oil in a large skillet; add oregano and rosemary, then add chicken. Sauté chicken until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

2.  Heat bread loaf in the oven until warm and toasted. Cut the loaf of bread from left to right to create an opening. Add mayonnaise, chicken breasts, lettuce and tomatoes.

Add a comment November 1, 2007

Story Topic

 Story Topic 

1. Rosti Restaurant- Tuscan Food Alfresco. Casual to upscale dining that offers delicate dishes cooked under a wood-fired brick oven just like in Tuscany. Conveniently located in four locations: Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Encino, and Westlake Village.

Add a comment October 9, 2007

Chapter 5: Making the Interview Work On Assignment Questions pgs. 115-116

Yanett Salazar

Journalism 

Chapter 5: Making the Interview Work On Assignment Questions pgs. 115-116 

1. Write a short definition of each of these terms:

A)     –est Question: (words such as proudest, saddest,  biggest and so forth) a question that tends to be “high schoolish,” and its simplicity can distort people’s views

B)     Formal Interview: a type of discourse that is planned and set up in advance

C)     Off the Record: using information given without providing the name of the source

D)     Open-Ended Question: a type of discourse that will get a quotable response

E)     Primary Source: experts and reliable citizens who know the facts first-handedly

F)      Q and A: an effective technique where the reporter’s exact questions are reproduced, followed by the source’s exact answers

G)     Stock Question: all-purpose questions usable in any situation

3. Select one of the following historical figures to interview. Do some research into the person’s life and times, then develop your interview questions. You may be asked to role-play the interview with another student.

Paul Robeson

*    As a renowned epitome 20^th century Renaissance man, what would you say that out of all of the marvelous talents you possess would best give you the most pride over?

*    Your intellectuality and personal aspirations has opened up new avenues to pursue your career while at the same time it has contributed to make enemies simply by a misconception about your viewpoint towards social injustice. What obstacles did you face as a black man in the prejudice America where blacks were seen as second-class citizens?

*    How did you live your life knowing that no matter how successful you were there was always the status quo that didn’t grant you the entitlement that every citizen should have?

5. Prepare all the questions you want to ask of someone newsworthy in your school or community, in the order you want to ask them. Exchange your list with that of another student and critique each other’s approach. What was missed? Did you include follow-up questions? Keep your refined list handy for writing an interview story later.

Elmo the Muppet from Sesame Street

*    As a toddler educator, your 37 years educating young hearts and minds has given you the stardom that you now possess by having your own series in Sesame Street titled Elmo’s World. What do you believe has influenced you throughout your career to be in the point you are in today?

*    Longtime fans of Sesame Street resent your now-prominent status, which has caused some older characters to see reduced roles. As an educator of character, what would you respond to your fans that have learned as toddlers the importance of equality?

8. Do the reporters on TV shows such as 60 Minutes have an advantage over local reporters? What techniques are available to a network reporter who comes to town for one story that might not be available to a local reporter, who must deal with the same sources over and over? Write a short essay on your thoughts.

I believe that reporters that are renowned nationally have the advantage that compared to local reporters. The nationally acclaimed reporters of network stations have the benefit entitled to them and can easily acquire their news because they are well-known and powerful compared to the local stations. In other words, the network reporters can easily attain the information they need without trying as hard as the local stations. Also, the network reporters cover the news of the whole nation so therefore their newscasts always contain various news headlines than those of the local reporters who only tend to become repetitive due to insufficient news coverage.   

Add a comment October 3, 2007