Students Are the Key to Spirit and Fun

The
Paw Print
JSerra Catholic High School
Volume 39 • April 2016
Students Are the
Key to Spirit and Fun
by Ivan Altimirano and Ryan Sánchez
Over the years JSerra has been evolving and growing into a larger,
more ingrained school. As our school has become more established, so have
our traditions and events, such as Fat Tuesday, Snow Day, the Senior Catalina
Trip, the Peru Trip,
multiple Spirit Weeks,
the Lion Report, and
our sport Pep rallies.
Yet despite this, there
is a perception by
some students that
our school lacks
the “fun” that other
schools apparently
seem to have.
Of course, this
is a matter of opinion, but it does bring up a point: what can students do
to make JSerra even greater?
“Mrs. Vandenberg and I, as the ultimate ‘approvers’ of school
activities,” said Mr. Stroupe, “are far more likely to say ‘yes’ to student ideas
than ‘no!’ That being said, the ideas for fun activities need to come from the
students, not us middle-aged administrators. I recall meeting with ASG back
in the fall where they wanted to talk to us about doing more ‘cool’ things
on campus. My mantra to them was, ‘give us ideas to work with.’
“Mrs. V and I are eager to approve fun stuff,
but we have to have proposals brought to us, not
vice versa, and students have to follow through on
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#1 In the Nation,
#1 In Our Hearts
by Julia Sanchez
America’s favorite past time now
returns to our day-to-day routine. With
the professional teams already staring their
Spring Training in Florida and Arizona (go
Yankees!), JSerra Boys Baseball is not far
behind. The boys have started off the season
with success after being named #1 team in
the nation, surpassing both Orange Lutheran
(#25) and Mater Dei (#6).
Chase Strumph
Their pre-season play began with a big
win over Tesoro High School with a final score
of 8-1 in the Frank Lerner division Newport
Elks Tournament championship game. During
the game, seniors Andrew Swanson and Davis
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JSerra’s 2016 Summer
Abroad Program
Students Are the Key to Spirit
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their end of the bargain. School spirit, to be meaningful and
sustainable, must be student generated.”
by Hanna McCutcheon
It becomes clear that, perhaps, it’s not the amount
JSerra’s Summer
of events that JSerra has, but more the failure of current
Abroad program is
students to live up to “the JSerra spirit.”
an opportunity of a
“I have been at JSerra for all thirteen years,” Mr. Stroupe
lifetime. Our school
said, “and I remember years when all basketball games were
offers students the
standing room only and ‘Lion Nation’ was in full effect, similar to
opportunity to travel
our home football
the world with their
games the past two
peers and experience
years. Perhaps the
a different way of life
team leaders of
that others live in other parts of this world. In the past four
the various sports
years alone, JSerra students (including administration and
need to twist arms
teachers) have traveled to China, Italy, Ireland, Portugal, Spain,
to get their fellow
Peru (a part of the missionary trip), Germany, Austria, and
Lions to the game.
Switzerland. When in a specific country, the students learn
Or, perhaps, we just
about that country’s art, history, architecture, local religion, and
need that seminal
literature. In addition to this great learning experience, JSerra
student leader, like Will Teah of a few years ago, who can stir up
offers this program for academic credit. This summer, there
Lion Nation.The point is, no one was saying JSerra wasn’t fun a
are two different countries that students have the opportunity
few years ago when basketball games were packed with rowdy
to travel to: China or Italy.
students having a blast.”
The Italy trip is from June 5 to the 18. Students will
So what can be done to restore this sense of spirit?
stay in cities such as Naples, Rome, Florence, and Venice, all in
One suggestion is to have new events that could become JSerra
a two-week span. They will be able to see monumental sights
traditions. Examples might be food-truck Fridays, music lunches,
and places such as Pompeii, the Coliseum, the Sistine Chapel,
or Sport vs. Sport day, where all sports teams get together and
St. Peter’s Basilica, and so much more.
compete against each other in various activities on the field.
The dates for the China trip are from June 6 through
The main way to reach our full potential as an already
the 19. Students will explore China’s
fascinating school is through student
The
greatest sights and cities during the
participation. As students, we are the
two-week stay. Cities will include
actual people who experience the
Beijing, Xian, Hangzhou, Xitang,
school; it’s up to us how we influence
Staff
Ivan
Altamirano
Julia
Sanchez
Suzhou, and Shanghai. Students will be
our spirit and enjoyment at JSerra.
Emily Gloyne
Ryan Sánchez
able to see the Great Wall of China,
If we can spark and maintain this
Molly Harmon
Jadyn Zielinski
Tiananmen Square, Tiger Hill, and the
excitement at games and events, we
Hanna McCutcheon Mr. Jeff Kahl, Advisor
Qing Dynasty Guo Zhuang Garden.
can restore the glory of Lion Nation.
Paw Print
Sports
JSerra Swimming
by Jadyn Zielinski
Last year the swim program won the CIF state
championship. What will this year hold? With the season
just starting
and
new
athletes on
the
team
joining the
returning
athletes we
are looking
forward to winning again this year. I recently asked Coach
Kevin Clements some questions about how the swim
program here at JSerra is doing:
1. How is the varsity doing so far this season?
The team is doing very well and swimming above
expectations. Thus far we have either matched or swam
faster than some of our best times from last season. Our
numbers are looking good and the culture of the swim
program is coming into its own, creating a positive and
supportive environment.
2. What is the main focus for the team this season?
Our focus is always on improvement. We will have
representation at CIF from both the boys and girls teams,
but the success of our program is measured by how much
everyone can improve individually. This will help build our
depth and create a winning environment for all.
3. What are the goals that you have for the team
in the next four years?
Increase our numbers by providing a positive,
supportive, and competitive environment. Doing this will
aid us in creating a formidable program within the Trinity
League and CIF. Ultimately, be in a position to win Trinity
League and CIF on both the boys and girls teams.
This season looks like it’s going to be great, so
come out and support the team!
#1 In the Nation
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Wendzel led the team in hits, with Wendzel contributing two
RBIs, and Swanson with two base hits.
On March 16 the team had the opportunity to
begin league play against St. John Bosco at Angel Stadium.
They came out victorious with a 7-0 win.
With third baseman Royce Lewis, Brady Shockey in
center field, Chase Strumpf at shortstop, and Collin Quinn
on the mound, JSerra looks stacked against the competition.
All the potential and promise displayed during pre-season
looks like this season isn’t one to miss.
Senior Andrew Swanson has played for the JSerra
baseball program all four years of his high school career
and said, “Our biggest competitor this season is going to
be Orange Lutheran, but all league teams are going to be a
threat. We were ranked #1 in the nation for several weeks
last season, too. It took us
a long time this season to
get the same ranking. Our
reputation is high because
of Coach K’s tenure and the
influx of Division-1 athletes.”
Andrew laughed as we
spoke about the seniors this
year, remembering a moment
when, “Brady couldn’t hang
out because he had a meeting
Collin Quinn
with the Red Sox. This is a
special team that has many different pieces that makes it
dangerous. Each player can play past high school in some
way, if they choose to. Also, look out for Collin Quinn to get
the call (from college) because I believe it’s coming.”
When asked what to look for this season, Andrew
said, “Spectators should expect some of the most exciting
high school baseball available. There are players of a certain
caliber here that you would be hard-pressed to find
anywhere else. It is a fun team and we enjoy the support.”
Campus Ministry
Stubenville Youth Conference
by Emily Gloyne
Over the summer students from
our school travel to San Diego, for three
days, to a Stubenville Youth Conference.
High school students come from across
the country to have their faith awakened
and their hearts enlightened through a
personal encounter with Jesus.There are a
total of 23 conferences across the nation
and over 54,000 teens gather to grow
deeper in their faith.
Each year Stubenville provides
a different theme for their conferences.
This year’s focus is “Thirsting for God.”
Just before Jesus died on the cross, he
said “I thirst.” Jesus wasn’t speaking about
being thirsty for something to drink, but
thirsting for souls. Stubenville wishes to help teens recognize
that Jesus yearns for our souls and wants teens to quench
his longing at their conference. JSerra students stay in dorms
at one of the colleges in San
Diego. They pray, worship,
listen to seminars, and create
lasting relationships.
The summer before
my sophomore year, two
of my friends and I went to
Stubenville on a whim. My
friend’s sister had been before
and really encouraged us
to attend. We went with an
attitude of wanting to grow closer to God and also wishing
to have fun. At times, the conference was overwhelming, but
it was also a very powerful experience. Some moments that struck me the most were
the speakers’ messages and the time of worship. It was
really profound to see how God made
an impact on all 5,000 students, all in
one colosseum. 5,000 teens seems like
a lot, but in the scheme of life, that’s
very miniscule. I never truly began to
understand Christ’s impact until this
experience. I also really enjoyed the
different talks each day. The presenters
were personable and compelling. Their
stories were very impactful.
Even though the weekend is “jampacked with Jesus,” everyone also has a lot
of fun. I roomed with five girls and every
night we ordered Domino’s to the dorm
room; eventually everyone else caught on
and did the same. I created a lot of great
memories while developing a relationship with God. It was a
really memorable weekend and I encourage other students to
go out of their comfort zone and go this summer.
When speaking with
Miss Riley about why students
should go to this summer’s
conference, she remarked,“It’s
a week of just fun! It’s a very
upbeat gathering of a bunch
of young people from all over
the place, that will never meet
again. It’s very unique to see
the universal church come
alive. It’s not just sitting and
praying all the time. There’s tons of talks and breaks. It
encourages you to make a lot of new friends with new
people and grow in relationships you already have. It makes
you ‘step out of your boat’ and get a little bit uncomfortable
and take your faith to the next level.”
Opinions
The opinions expressed here are those of the student journalist.
They do not reflect the views of the JSerra faculty, staff or administration.
Watches Obsolete?
Marriage
Today, everyone has a phone
When thinking about their future,
that, along with so many uses, also
most teenagers probably envision
acts as tiny clock that always rests in
themselves settled down with a future
our pocket. Due to this, some wonder,
spouse. However, the sad truth is that
are watches still relevant in this day in
while most of us will find a partner,
age? Well, yes, watches can beat your
60% of California marriages end in
phone in many different aspects.
divorce. The institution of marriage,
Aside from looking great, it is
which is the cornerstone of society,
much more convenient to just look
has been under constant attack by
by Ryan Sánchez
by Ivan Altamirano
at your wrist instead of reaching for
modern culture.
your pocket. Also, it is useful for knowing the time during
The liberal zeitgeist of the 1960s and the push to break
situations where using your phone would be unacceptable,
down tradition has had profound effects on American morality.
such as in class, during
The Sexual Revolution corrupted human relationships and
a mass, or in a meeting.
contributed to the glorification of degeneracy in mass media.
During a conversation,
People are now marrying later, and more people than ever are
it is extremely rude to
simply never marrying at all.
look at your phone,
Not only has marriage itself been corrupted by
yet a simple glance
divorce and media, the very definition of marriage has been
at your watch is no
changed.The long-held belief that marriage is between a man
problem.
and a woman is now being challenged. This is a symptom of
Watches can also go into more intense
society’s refusal to believe in absolutes. Morality, instead of
environments than phone ever could; this why they are
being based on religious truth and tradition, is now based
used during diving where the pressure would probably be
on whether or not a given action makes people happy or
too great for a phone. Along with this, watches are much
not. By letting such an important thing like marriage lose its
more reliable. After a long day, your phone may die due to
meaning and biblical basis, we shake the very foundations
the usage, yet a watch will always have your back as they
of our Western society and slide down that slippery slope
last for years.
towards total moral decay.
Checking the time on your phone can also lead to
It is imperative that we defend marriage and
distractions, such as seeing the notifications on your lock
everything it stands for. Although it is tempting to give up
screen or missed calls. This, of course, leads to a waste of
the fight against what seems like an unstoppable societal
time that could have been avoided if
force, we need to keep standing up
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are going to have in the future.
Opinions
Finding the
Perfect Balance
A school’s sports and
preforming arts program should be just
as important as academics. Some think
that academics are more important or
the other way around. But a perfect
balance of the two programs can make
a school strong and have its students
dedicated in all aspects.
Sports are not just for
by Hanna McCutcheon
“jocks” and academics are not only
for the “nerds.” A well-rounded student has both a high
GPA and preforms well in his/her specific or multiple
sport(s) or arts program(s). I believe if a school values both
programs on an equal level the school can only benefit.
Sports, for example, unite a school. When a team
is doing well the entire school joins together to cheer
on their team. By bringing everyone together it creates a
stronger sense of community and pride. When a school has
those things, students feel more dedicated to their school
and want the school to prosper because they care.
Sports bring a competitiveness that is good for the
school; a school’s student body all works together to help
the school win. Everyone wants to be a part of the winning
school and, with sports, a school can achieve that.
Many sports, if not all, require athletes to maintain a
certain GPA. This only encourages students to do better in
school to be able to play sports. It’s a win, win. Now, I also respect
all the performing arts programs because they also contribute
to a school’s pride and accomplishments, just as sports do.
Academics are vital to a high school career, but
without extra-curricular activities, a high school wouldn’t
be as memorable or fun, in my opinion. All extra-curricular
activities should be just as valued as academics to make a
school a better place.
Feed Your Soul!
by Donna Vandenberg
Head of Student Affairs
When I came to JSerra six years ago I could not have
imagined how much my faith would be deepened. I began
to attend daily mass in the chapel, although, I must confess
there are times when I would love to hit that snooze button.
Attending daily mass helps to center me and give me a sense
of peace to begin my day.
I’ve had the opportunity to experience many retreats,
including Kairos. These are always highlights in the school year.
On Kairos, I have give the “Life Graph” talk; it’s an opportunity for
me to tell my story, including my faith walk. This is very cathartic
for me as I’m able to talk about times that my faith was “tested,”
and how trust in our Lord brought me to a place (JSerra) and a
profession (teaching) that I could not have imagined earlier in my
life. Kairos has allowed me to share with students the idea that
God does have a plan for each of us, even though, at times, we
wonder why. I know the good Lord had other plans for my family
and me when he brought my husband home to him 18 years
ago. While I would give anything to have him back, the change of
direction in my life brought me to JSerra and has allowed me to
work with so many amazing students, parents, and colleagues.
Another faith-filled experience JSerra has afforded
me is the opportunity to visit Peru. I just completed my
second missionary trip there and I can honestly say these
trips have changed my life. I am so grateful to serve and
look forward to many more years of building homes, schools,
delivering clothes and food, and so much more!
I want to encourage all students to attend retreats;
you will be amazed by how much your faith will be deepened.
I also highly recommend going to Peru. It is truly inspiring to
work with people who have so little, yet are so happy. You will
receive so much more from this trip than you can give.
There are so many opportunities for faith formation
at JSerra, all of which are good for feeding the soul. Attend
retreats, XLT, and TNL! Get involved in a discipleship group!
Go to daily Mass! Become a missionary! Feed your soul!
Opinions
Senioritis:
Fact or Fiction
Unreasonability Behind
Standardized Testing
Senioritis: The ‘fictional’
disease that effects seniors in high
school’s second semester. Seniors are
approaching their final three months
on campus. The new uniform for
most seniors is a college sweatshirt
and some slippers.
Teachers have simply
dubbed it as an excuse for seniors
by Julia Sanchez
to be lazy once they enter those final
months. In my mind, senioritis is the culmination of four
years of testing, quizzes and research papers bringing us to
a breaking point. Graduation is just around the corner and
it is the only cure.
Last week my mom and I talked about my final
grades and how they still matter, which they do. The word,
‘senioritis’ was uttered more then once and it got me
thinking. Is there really such a thing? Do seniors really start
asking themselves if it is all really worth it?
Quite honestly, I sit in my car on my drive to school
and think about all the lectures, tests and notes waiting
for me once I get there. On every Thursday block day, the
senior lot is empty at the beginning of second and empty
again after lunch for those who have a free seventh period.
Wait until the end of May because that lot will be empty.
By now, we all basically know where we’re going to
college. I find myself thinking about freshmen orientation,
meeting my roommate, and going to packed football games.
I’m not trying to defend our laziness as a grade, but really, how
would you feel knowing you’re so close to graduation but are still
inundated with work every night? I’m not necessarily supporting
not doing your homework or not studying anymore, but I am
trying to give the not-so-fictional senioritis an explanation. Just
think about it.What would you do if you were us?
Throughout my years as a high
school underclassman, I was always
warned about the “dreaded” junior
year. All the upperclassmen would
talk about how difficult and time
consuming their junior years were.
Now that I am two months away
from completing my junior year and
entering my last year at JSerra, I can
by Emily Gloyne
attest that all the caution I received
proved to be very accurate.
In my opinion, one of the most overwhelming aspects
of junior year is preparing for and taking the ACT and or SAT
test. Not only does the test appear as a great task to bear,
but the preparation for standardized testing is unreasonable.
It has come to the point that it is more about “figuring out
the test,” rather than being a bright student, in order to
receive a fair score. Parents spend outrageous amounts of
money on classes and tutors. Students also devote too much
time and effort into tutoring and completing work in order
to “drill” the material into their brains.
One of the most frustrating aspects of standardized
testing is if you are not a great test taker, but you have a
strong GPA, you’re at a crossroad. Colleges look thoroughly
at your class load, GPA, and test scores. However, a lot of
the time, a student’s GPA does not match up with his or her
test scores. I know students who have scored well on either
the ACT or SAT, but they devoted a tremendous amount
of time to studying and preparing. That seems fair for their
efforts, but it should not be that difficult to succeed on the
test. I think standardized tests require too much time from
the students, and parents spend way too much money in
order for the student to get into the college of his or her
dreams based on one test score.
Opinions
Is TV Stronger
Than Ever?
I think the TV set is not
at its highest point. Now that we
have phones, I pads, computers, etc.,
we are able to stream and watch our
favorite TV shows on the go. This
makes it easier for us to access. Now
that we have Netflix we are able to
catch up on your favorite seasons
without having to record them. TV is
by Jadyn Zielinski
falling apart and I assume that in the
years to come there will be no TV sets.
Some channels are losing money because no one is
watching TV anymore but are, instead, streaming it on there
phones. Even sports are being watched on phones, too. TV
is still being watched but only the shows that Netflix and
other streaming websites don’t have.
I rarely watch TV anymore; the only time I watch
TV is when award shows come on or I’m bored. Also,
another thing people use instead of TV is Apple TV, which
is a TV but with apps. With these, you can watch Netflix,
Hulu, etc. You can also purchase TV shows or movies. This
is more convenient for people who are busy and only get
to watch TV sometimes.
In order for TV to be able to be watched more
television manufacturers need to listen to the customers
and focus on what they do different than what Netflix
currently does. TV needs to be better and mobile because,
with TV, you can only watch at home while all these other
devices you are able to watch on the go. I personally
wouldn’t see the difference if TV went away.
I feel like if they work on some improvements I
would probably watch it more than I do now. We will see
because maybe in the next four or five years there will be
no more TV sets.
Social Media Identity
Today’s youth is the
first generation able to become
completely different people. Social
media sites have enabled people to
orchestrate how others perceive
their lives. Whether it be how many
followers one has, if their photos are
cohesive, or even if he or she has an
acceptable “follower ratio,” social
by Molly Harmon
media standards are becoming too
much to handle. I am not immune to this shortcoming, but
I have definitely made an effort to stop giving my phone
screen power over my life.
I think that the current millennials need a reality
check. Up until this year, I’ll admit that I dedicated way too
much energy into how I edited pictures and tried to create
the most clever captions possible. This, however, made me
miss out on the experiences of which I took these pictures.
Memories are meant to be cherished with the people we
care about, not flaunted to people who have no role in our
lives.
I understand that social media has made it
extremely easy to network and make business connections,
but it shouldn’t be a way to determine self-worth. The
fear of missing out, also known as FOMO, is a real issue
as a result of these pressures to have a presence on social
media. People feel excluded from a picture of an event they
didn’t even know about, and soon compare their complex
lives to those of others’ profiles.
I don’t think that everyone should delete every
online account they have. In all honesty, it’s nice to see
what friends are up to once in a while, especially ones I
won’t see next year in college. I’m just trying to say that
social media profiles should be on the bottom of anyone’s
priority list. Let’s focus more on the world in front of us,
without the barrier of an iPhone.
Our World
“Honor Killings” and the Power of Film
by Kerry Ashkenaze
Contributing Writer
Very rarely do legal loopholes exist that allow thousands
of murderers to entirely escape punishment. Yet, since ancient
times, hundreds of thousands of self-proclaimed “honor killers”
have enjoyed impunity for what they call “honor killings”: culturally
or religiously-motivated acts of violence against females accused
of bringing shame upon their families or community.
In 2014 alone, over 900 Pakistani women and girls fell
victim to such killings. Globally, about 5,000 women are killed
in the name of honor each year. Shockingly, many human rights
groups agree that many more killings actually take place yet go
unreported because most attackers are family members. Even
the murders that do get reported often result in no more than
a small fine. How is this possible? In Pakistan, due to a legal
loophole, there exists only one stipulation for the release of a
convicted honor killer: the victim’s family need only formally
express forgiveness of the perpetrator.
Until recent years, the issue of honor killings, typical
of many cultures within the Middle East but particularly
prevalent in Pakistan and India, remained largely avoided and
unaddressed. Family and community members often find it
easy to turn a blind eye to the flagrant injustices because they
are often the perpetrators. Moreover, survivors are rare and
often remain silent to escape further violence.
Yet recently, news of the horrors and realities of modern
honor killings has surfaced due to the courage of survivor
Saba Qaiser. Featured in Pakistani filmmaker Sharmeen ObaidChinoy’s Oscar-winning documentary, Saba is a young Pakistani
woman whose father and uncle attempted to kill her after she
eloped with an “unsuitable” man. Pressured by male elders, Saba
formally forgave her culpable relatives in court and they escaped
punishment; along with thousands of other men guilty of killing or
attacking “dishonorable” female family members, they went free.
This incident serves as merely one example of a twofold issue in
the developing world: the execrable treatment of women and the
subsequent impunity enjoyed by male perpetrators.
Researchers for a nonprofit American think-tank recently
conducted a study on the specific reasons behind modern honor
killings. They found that worldwide, 58% of honor killers exacted
violence upon their victims solely because the latter were “too
Western”; among other possibilities, the targets may have displayed
too much independence or expressed desires to obtain a higher
education. Honor killers also commonly cite incidents of female
“sexual impropriety,” including rape, as justification for their crime.
In other words,a sexually-assaulted woman may come under fire by
her family for a coercive act entirely beyond her control. Moreover,
any woman “on whom suspicion has fallen” can fall victim to an
honor crime; even if she’s innocent, the family possesses the legal
right to exact punishment for their tarnished reputation.
Already, Obaid-Chinoy’s documentary on Saba’s story has
had palpable effects on Pakistani society and politics. Upon watching
the Oscar-winning film, Pakistani Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif,
expressed a commitment to “rid Pakistan of this evil” by “bringing
in appropriate legislation.” This is the first and most essential step
that must be taken to combat the rising rate of honor killings; the
current legal loophole merely serves as a catalyst for perpetuated
maltreatment of Pakistani women. Furthermore, societal attitudes
toward honor killings must be drastically altered. In an age rightly
valuing respect for and tolerance of diverse customs, cultures, and
religious practices, it is important to differentiate the practice of
honor killing from other unique, nonviolent cultural and religious
acts. The spirit of tolerance must not be confused with turning a
blind eye to barbaric acts that violate morality.
Filmmaker Obaid-Chinoy exemplifies this necessity.
Without her courage and initiative to capture the harrowing
and very real effect of honor killings in Pakistan, the issue would
not currently be at the forefront of human rights activism.
Although she risked her reputation and even life by returning
to Pakistan to document Saba’s story, Obaid-Chinoy’s powerful
film has inspired thousands to take a stand against honor killings
and demand punitive legislation worldwide.
Magnets
The Business Magnet Program
Heads to the State Competition
by Sarah Abdeshahian
Contributing Writer
The JSerra Business Magnet Program attended
the FBLA Southern Section Leadership Conference on
February 6th, 2016 at Biola University. The entire program
sat through the informative opening session before taking
their respective tests. The students also had the chance to
vote for the Section officers as well as taking part in the
Shark Tank competition in the afternoon.
We also came home with an abundance of winners
and several State Qualifiers, who will be competing at the
competition in April. Congratulations to the following
students for qualifying for the upcoming State Competition:
• Sydney Reinart: 5th place in Accounting • Logan Caroll: 1st place in Personal Finance
• Ian Yu: 1st place in Public Speaking II
• Nico Abusaid: 3rd place in Entrepreneurship
• Max Rist: 3rd place in Entrepreneurship
• Yifei Yan: 3rd place in Entrepreneurship
• Maclain Engels: 5th place in Management Decisions
• Josh Tackaberry: 5th place in Management Decisions
• Anthony Dejardin: 5th place in Global Business
• William Sandberg: 5th place in Global Business
• Terry Jan: 5th place in Global Business
• Sarah Abdeshahian: 3rd place in Sports
and Entertainment Management
• Alden Hagopian: 3rd place in Sports
and Entertainment Management
• Evan Nassar: 3rd place in Sports
and Entertainment Management
State qualifiers will be competing at the State
Leadership Conference in April. Some may even have the
opportunity to compete at the June National Competition
in Atlanta. Good luck to all of the Business Magnet
competitors!
College Prep
Dorm Room Decor
by Julia Sanchez
After sending in your letter of acceptance seniors
begin the fun part of heading off to college,finding a roommate
and decorating their dorm room. It’s safe to say you’ve
called the same
room ‘home’
for a long time,
only to leave it
behind as we
move on to
the real world
of living alone.
You won’t have
your
mom
telling you to
clean up or to
put away your clothes. It’s all up to you! But let’s not get too
crazy here.
I have to not only factor in the relatively small size
dorms tend to be, but also that I will be sharing the space
with someone else. Below I’ve put some tips on how to
maximize your space so you and your roommate can live
together in harmony. Good luck!
1. The Container Store is your new favorite place
to shop. You can buy all the closet organizers, under-thebed storage, and other bins to stay organized.
2. Investing in a dry-erase board or a chalkboard
would help you and your roommate know each other’s
classes and what you need to buy more of.
3. If you don’t have room for a bedside table, or
want to leave that space open, use a mattress caddy instead.
4. Two words: shoe caddy. Since shoes take up a
lot of space, you could buy a shoe caddy that hangs on your
door, under your bed, or in your closet.
5. Learn to fold your clothes a new way. Rolling
them up saves you a lot of time and a lot more space.
College Roommate
Questionaire
by Molly Harmon
As seniors inch towards graduation, finding a college
roommate is become more of a priority than it was at
the beginning of the year. Searching for a potential college
roommate can feel like a mix of speed dating and interviewing,
but once you get the hang of it, it becomes exciting to meet
people from across the country going to the same college as
you. So, without further ado, here’s a cheat sheet of questions
to ask a potential roomie:
1. What time do you go to sleep? This question might
seem intrusive and even creepy at first, but it’s actually a really
important thing to know. If you plan to go to bed at midnight,
and your roommate
falls asleep at eight,
there could be
some problems.
2. What’s your
major? Some people
prefer to room with
someone with the
same major as them.
This could make
studying easier and has potential for similarities off the bat.
3. How clean is your room? You’re going to be living
in basically a shoebox for a year, so you want someone with
the same level of organization as you.
4. What do you like to do for fun? This question is
more about finding similarities between you two. If you like
running or playing guitar, it could be nice to find someone
with similar interests!
5. What are your study habits? You don’t need to
always study with your roommate, but it’s good to know
if they plan to study in the dorm or the library and if they
study in complete silence or with music on.
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