Volume II Issue II: September 23, 2016 |
OPINION |
Next online issue: October 7, 2016 |
Republicans Inconsistent Regarding Women's HealthBY CAMERON KROETZ
Hillary Clinton, the Democratic nominee for the White House, was diagnosed with pneumonia last week. Before the diagnosis was revealed she was seen stumbling as she left a 9/11 Memorial Event early, sparking concern for her health. While pneumonia can be a serious condition, Clinton was completely recovered in a few days. One of the most ironic things to come from this "issue" is the sudden concern for her health from the GOP, a party not known to be particularly concerned with any woman's health. The once great party of Lincoln has been reduced to ad hominem attacks against Clinton, criticizing her for perceived health issues that are nothing more than rumors. But now as she has a confirmed health complication, pneumonia, the Republicans have pounced with some right wing radio hosts calling for her to drop out. This is completely ridiculous considering pneumonia is not a chronic condition that will plague her for much longer... |
Counselors Help Shape Students' FutureBY MIA DELMONICO
People have many different views on the duties of a high school counselor. Some think that they are just there to give out schedules and give preparation for college, but others have realized that they do much more than their job description requires. Many students have received guidance from counselors that they would be unable to receive elsewhere. Others don’t take into consideration the long, hard hours they put in for us without being asked. Whether we have experienced firsthand the graciousness of our counselors or not, we all should be thankful and appreciative of their hard work and dedication. I have experienced these amazing peoples’ hard work in action and am truly amazed by their impact on students. Many students are in need of support or reassurance and are unable to find that in their homes. This is where our school counselors come into play. They are there for these students who qualify for extra needs: clothes, toiletries, free and reduced lunch, bus passes, and anything imaginable... |
Column: Here's the ThingDear Reader |
Column: Learning to Grow Up"The Maintenance Guy" Helps Improve Our School Experience |
Column: Aspire to Reach Positively |
BY DAVID MIKHAIL
Last Publication I published an article in which I stated my opinion on some of the school's actions regarding traffic safety. While some people may disagree with my opinion or misunderstand me for a negative person, they could not be more off. Here is the thing: I don't complain aimlessly for the sake of complaining, far from it. I complain because our system is, unfortunately, flawed and is in desperate need to be set right. As with anything that needs fixing, we must first know what is wrong with it. That, my dear reader, is why I must speak out. Many people know that our system has many faults, however, there is a myriad of flaws that are not addressed. Either because people are not aware of them, or because those who are in charge are not willing to do anything about it. Not only does this hold back our society and refrain it from improving, it is also unfair to everyone, especially those who are working towards a better society... |
BY JASMYN GONZALEZ
Did the water turn off? Call the maintenance guy! Did the lights go out? Call the maintenance guy! Are the bells off schedule? Call the maintenance guy! As you can see, our schools often run across problems as such. There have been issues at every school with its plumbing, electricity, etc. Whenever this happens the first person we call is always “the maintenance guy.” Chris Kivett is the “maintenance guy” at Redlands East Valley. His duties include taking care of our students and teachers at REV and ensuring that the day goes by smoothly. Kivett demonstrated this daily goal when he stated that when the students and teachers “...are able to go about their day…” the custodians and staff are “doing pretty good.” He further went on to say that, “if the students don’t notice…” him or any of the custodians throughout the day, they must be efficiently “...doing [their] job.” This not only shows the humility that custodians and maintenance worker have... |
BY KAYLAN ENGE
Things go wrong in life and that is something I have learned to accept. Over the years, I have figured out that you can have an awesome day and something can still come along to spoil your happiness. I have had my share of good and bad days , and there were even times when I felt utterly defeated. As I look back at those days I realize that there are a few things that could keep you from being positive. The first being other people the second is yourself. From my experience I learned that YOU are your worst enemy. The last thing that could bring you down are the events going on in your day. But you can’t let that bring you down. I will tell you a story. This is a story about me that I hate talking about and I am still learning to move on from it. My motivation for sharing it is to let others know that even when life knocks you down you just have to get up and keep moving My junior year was one of the hardest times of my life. I started off feeling positive and motivated to pick up from my sophomore year, which ended well... |
Column: Just Speaking My TruthSeeing Through Colors BY LAURYN BEST
I’m not like your typical black girl. At least that’s what I’ve been told by many people on multiple different occasions. The first few times I wasn’t sure what to make of the comment. So I would laugh and nod my head in agreement, even though it didn’t quite sit well with me. Redlands is diverse enough that I hadn’t been completely ostracized from the black community, but it did mean that most of my friends consisted of people with white or latino/latina backgrounds. This was not a problem perse, but it did feel weird being the only black person in some of my classes (this made for awkward glances whenever we discussed slavery and segregation). At some points I even forgot I was supposed to be different from everyone, until they would point out that I was. I’m basically white on the inside. |
Column: Through My EyesBY SAVANNA PATINO
Welcome back to high school. It is a time of prosperity, diversity, and growth. It is a beautiful four years, filled with good memories, friends, and learning. They are the best years of your life. Except that it’s not. High school is loaded with stress, bullies, trauma, fake friends, and hard classes. It is one of the most trying experiences every American teenager is forced by law to complete. For all the new freshman, high school is as similar to middle school as night is to day. The classes get harder, and your friend group gets smaller. And as someone who habitually spreads herself too thin across various activities, I can confidently say that the stress level is real. As a senior who has done colorguard (with the marching band), four different choirs, Ethic, and Kimberly Juniors... |
Being the Top Dog on Campus: Pros and Cons of Senior Year
BY KAYLAN ENGNE
Everybody knows that senior year is supposed to be the best year of your high school career. You are on your way to graduating and ready to take the next step in life (what ever that may be for you), but everyone has different experiences and problems during their final run through the school year. Here is a list of different things to come, both good and bad.
Pros
1.) Easy Classes: As the school year has begun you have already taken most of the the classes you need. You can either have a no first or sixth period, or you can continue with a full schedule. So as it stands the first pro of senior year is having an easier schedule than in previous years
2.) You Already Know The Game: Let’s be real. You’re in your final run. You already know how everything works. You know how rallies and other events like homecoming work whether or not you have attended. The school year can be mostly predictable when you know what events are around the corner...
Everybody knows that senior year is supposed to be the best year of your high school career. You are on your way to graduating and ready to take the next step in life (what ever that may be for you), but everyone has different experiences and problems during their final run through the school year. Here is a list of different things to come, both good and bad.
Pros
1.) Easy Classes: As the school year has begun you have already taken most of the the classes you need. You can either have a no first or sixth period, or you can continue with a full schedule. So as it stands the first pro of senior year is having an easier schedule than in previous years
2.) You Already Know The Game: Let’s be real. You’re in your final run. You already know how everything works. You know how rallies and other events like homecoming work whether or not you have attended. The school year can be mostly predictable when you know what events are around the corner...