NEWS
Absences get a makeover
- AISD has changed their attendance policies in order to encourage kids to come to school 90% of the time. Incentives have been put in place to motivate student to follow these rules, but many are still confused about the changes.
Quoted: Superintendent Kathy Ryan, Assistant Pricipal Susan Leos, Assistant Principal Lawrence Britton, Aisd Website, Anita Yem, Danielle Bryant,
-I believe the quote by Danielle Bryant was the strongest because he talks about the struggles these new rules are going to put on him and his family. You can hear the emotion and understand the problems with these new rules.
"This will effect me personally because I often find myself late to class because my mom is a single mother so getting me to school on time is sometimes difficult for her."
The lead sentence did make me want to keep reading because it introduced an idea that was relevant to me as a high school student.
The conclusion was a quote
COMMENTARY
Science Fair is getting too competitive for students
-Gavin Farner writes that science fair should be an optional activity during school because it causes stress in students lives and takes away the little free time they have with friends or family after school. The many grades that science fair requires throughout the year can bring down a students grade.
Quoted: No quotes but written by Gavin Farner
There are no quotes
The lead sentence made me want to keep reading because it was something I agreed with and wanted to hear his reasons to back up this statement that science fair should be optional.
The inclusion was a statement.
STUDENT LIFE
Pet Rescue strikes a cord with a pair of animal lovers
- Two juniors have been volunteering at an animal shelter (specifically for cats) ever since they adopted their two kittens. They do lots of work whether it be with the cats or with those whom are looking to adopt a cat.
Quoted: Fuaad Ajaz, Alex Reyes
-I think that the quote by Fuaad Ajaz is the strongest because it talks about how this volunteer opportunity has shown him his true passions and what he wants to do with his life.
"I love it because it helped me figure out what I want to do with my life," Ajaz said. "I know I want to work with animals."
The lead sentence didn't really make me want to keep reading. It sounded kind of boring and like I already knew the whole story. However new information was presented throughout the story that hooked my attention.
The conclusion was a quote
ENTERTAINMENT
Starlight Theater Company has a busy holiday season
- Theater had rehearsed for a very long time their children's shows that were performed here at Bowie about a month ago. However theater got no break sine right after they began rehearsals for the spring musical, Tarzan.
Quoted: Betsy Cornwell, Tasha Anslyn, Anna Seningen, Chloe Arevalo, Michael Jefferson, KAedon Solana, Jackson Walker
-I think the quote by Sophomore Michael Jefferson is the most important because he talks about how he got such a huge role and he was only a sophomore. It converts lots of emotion and is inspiring for others who read it.
"I honestly never would have expected to be a lead, especially since I'm only a sophomore and I was up against so many talented people." "It's amazing."
The lead sentence did make me want to keep reading because I am very excited to see the Tarzan production.
The conclusion was a quote.
ATHLETICS
College bound turns into D1 bound
-3 seniors committed to D1 colleges to continue with their sports career. Two play softball while one plays basketball and they all had different opinions on where they wanted to go.
Quoted: Kianna Ray, Amber Lotz, Hailey Walker
-I think the quote by Kianna Ray is the strongest because it gives a sense of what everyone is looking for in a college so it is relatable.
"The coaching staff, current players, and incoming players are amazing and made me feel very welcome and the campus is beautiful, and academically it's a great school."
The lead sentence did capture my attention because going to a D1 college and playing spots is a dream of mine.
The conclusion was a quote.
IN-DEPTH
'Tis the season to be accepting
- Many religions celebrate different holidays during December or what we in America call the Christmas Season. Three specific holidays, Hanukkah, Eid, and Christmas were mentioned and the differences between the holidays. In the end though, the holiday season is just about spending time with family.
Quoted: Sam Searles, Nour El Houda Remli, Andy Moe
-I think the most important quote is by Sam Searles where she talks about acceptance of every religion. I agree with this statement and think that it speaks to everyone who reads it.
"When I have kids I'll definitely teach them to be accepting of all religions and understand their differences."
The lead made me want to keep reading because the holiday season is such a good time and I have always been interested in how other religions celebrate so it definitely grabbed my attention.
The conclusion was a statement.
PHOTOGRAPHY
1. My favorite Photo is of Jake Yeager holding his gun in the student Life section.
1A. This is my favorite because he is the only thing in focus in that picture (good depth of field) and it conveys the importance of him. Furthermore you can see the emotion on his face clearly.
2. My least favorite photo is the lacrosse photo on the bottom of the front page.
2A. This is my least favorite photo becuase all the reader can see is the back of a player. You don't know who that is or what they are feeling because the reader can't see the emotions on her face.
3. I would have loved to shoot pictures in Florida at the National Journalism Convention. The scenery is pretty and it would have been something different from dead plants in Texas.
4. I would rate it a 7 out of 10. I think more emotion could be shown within the hoots and some are a little blurry. I believe more clear and hands-on photos could have been taken for the photo essay on the culinary class.
SUGGESTION FOR STORY
Cover the cave that is under Bowie
Person: Britteny Brezinski- an english teacher who does aerial gymnastics and currently is suffering from a foot injury that is going to require surgery. (People think that she is just an english teacher but she does more.)
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