37.1 september 2009 courier

the courier volume 37 issue 1

september 29, 2009

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abbey borcherschufan (jerry) deng

lauren elder grace padillajustine renfroheidi roberts

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policy

The Courier is the official student newspaper of Col-umbine High School.

Expression made by stu-dents in The Courier is not an expression of Jefferson County Public School’s Board policy, and the school district and its employees are immune from any civil or criminal action based on any expression made or published by students.

on the cover

The front doors of Columbine welcome a new group of stu-dents for the 2009-10 school year.

photo by grace padilla

. . . Odontophobia is the fear of teeth . . . There are ten human body parts only three letters long . . . The king of hearts is the only king without a moustache . . .

Any student who has taken Government class is familiar with the basic workings of the Unit-ed States judiciary system, but on October 1, 2009, students will be given the unique oppor-tunity to observe it in action. Columbine has been chosen as the next host for the Courts in the Community Program, sponsored by the Colorado Supreme Court and the Colorado Court of Appeals. The program was established on Law Day, May 1, in 1886. Since its debut, the program has brought a variety of real cases to high schools across the state, allowing students to witness the justice system first hand. As such, the program’s main goal is to give students hands-on experience in how the Colorado judicial system works. It seeks to illustrate how disputes are resolved in our democratic society. “The court decided to go to Columbine this semester for several reasons, including the fact that it had never been to your school before,” said Jon Sarche, Public Information Coordina-tor for the Colorado State Court Administrator’s Office. “Also, Principal DeAngelis and Chief Jus-tice Mary Mullarkey met at a function within the past couple of years, and she had mentioned the program to him. [Mr. DeAngelis] put me in touch with Ivory Moore and Tom Tonelli.” The two trials are not mock hearings. The court will be have oral arguments for both ac-tual cases, one civil and one criminal. The first hearing will be for a civil case: Savannah Boles v. Sun Ergoline, Inc, in which the plaintiff claims the defendant is liable for injuries that she sustained from a fan that was manufactured by Sun Ergoline, Inc. The second hearing is a criminal case: People of the State of Colorado v. Allen Charles Bergerud. The defendant, Bergerud, will at-tempt to overturn his manslaughter and assault charges.

These cases, like all those se-lected for Courts in the Community Program, are primarily chosen for the potential they have to get stu-dents interested in the arguments. There are challenges that justices and event coordinators face when selecting the cases. “This process can be made difficult by the tim-ing of the arguments; attorneys for both sides have to have been given the opportunity to file all the briefs they’re allowed before a case can be scheduled for oral argument,” commented Sarche. “Sometimes it can be kind of difficult to find a case that is both ready for argument and that will be interesting to students.” Students attending the pro-gram should expect to dedicate their day to the proceedings, as the arguments will most likely take up all class time, and possibly longer. All justices will be in attendance in-cluding Chief Justice Mary Mullar-key and Justices Gregory Hobbs, Alex Martinez, Michael Bender, Nancy Rice, Nathan Coats, and Allison Eid. There will not be any witnesses or jury, and parties to the cases are usually absent as well. The attorneys will be present, making their ar-guments to the Justices. Each side gets 30 min-utes, with the petitioner making their statement first. The justices will often interrupt the attor-neys to ask questions so that they may clarify. Unfortunately, not all the school will be able to witness the hearings. “There will be about 500 students attending with various so-cial studies teachers who will notify the classes they are taking,” says Mr. Tonelli. When asked what his students were doing in terms of prepa-ration, Tonelli remarked, “We’re preparing the week before by explaining the cases and rules

that pertain to them. The cases that have been chosen are both very interesting not only to stu-dents, but to anyone.” The court will take over the school for the day, so in all likelihood students will see at-torneys and officials around the building. “It’s important to remember that Columbine’s au-ditorium really becomes the Supreme Court courtroom for the day,” says Sarche. “These are real cases, after all, with attorneys representing real people who want the Supreme Court to help them.” When asked what he hoped students would take from the Courts in the Community Program, Mr. Tonelli replied. “This is a tremen-dous opportunity. Its a great experience for stu-dents interested in law and also a chance for every kid there to see the judicial process at work in America.”

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Case Files:

Savannah Boles v. Sun Ergoline, Inc. (def.)Court of Appeals ruling: In favor of Sun ErgolinePlea: Negligence and strict liability for defendant Case Facts: Plaintiff sustained damages when her

fingers contacted the operating fan blades of an exhaust fan installed in an upright tanning booth operated by Executive Tans. Defendant manufactured the booth, into which it incor-porated an exhaust fan assembly provided by others.

Peolpe of the State of Colorado v. Allen Charles Bergerud (def.)

Court of Appeals ruling: Allen Charles Bergerud found Guilty

Charges: Murder and AssaultCase facts: Defendant appeals his convictions

based on the grounds that his constitutional right to counsel was violated by requiring him to choose between having counsel or an inno-cence defense.

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the buzznews

If what they say is true–that you are what you eat–then it looks like this year Columbine students are about to get pretty healthy. The Colorado State Depart-ment of Education states that obe-sity is the most common medical condition of childhood, and small but increasing evidence shows that obesity and poor nutrition can

affect student behavior and aca-demics. For this reason, a variety of changes have taken place through-out the school having to do with the types of food and drinks that are available to students. These ef-forts aim to discourage the effect of these statistics on students. Some of the most noticeable changes in the area of eating have been the new restrictions against soda beverages, the different food

available in the vending machines, and the overall effort put forth into encouraging a healthy lifestyle for students. According to the Colorado Department of Education, the new rules relating to Food and Nutrition Services are “to preserve and pro-tect the nutritional integrity of Food and Nutrition service operations in school districts, recognizing the proven link between nutrition and a child’s ability to learn.” As stated by the Colorado State Department, 51 percent of children eat less than one serving of fruit a day and 29 percent eat less than one serving of vegetables that is not fried. The new guidelines are being applied in order to possibly lessen the truth of this statistic. The policies have made changed the options available in Columbine’s cafeteria and school store. “They got rid of a lot of the unhealthy stuff,” said Kaleigh Atz-man, senior. “They definitely closed down the selection.” The biggest concern of eating healthy in schools seems to have to do with the strong connection between eating healthy and doing well in school. The Colorado De-

partment of Education said, “We think food . . . because they can’t think without it”. Jefferson County Public Schools has also released infor-mation on school meals and child nutrition, Today’s concerns for eating are obesity, osteoporosis, heart disease, the influence of media in food choices, a healthy environment, a need for increased fiber, and lack of physical activity. Jeffco’s report also states that 14 percent of children aged 12-19 are overweight, which is double to the numbers of that from two decades ago. When it comes to the school vending machines, many students may have noticed a change in what they can now purchase. A bill was implemented, the Colorado Senate Bill 04-103, in order to “encourage school districts to increase the nu-tritional value of foods in vending machines” and “adopt a policy pro-viding that at least 50% of vended food and beverages meet nutrient criteria.” Reasoning behind the bill is the fact that, as stated by the Colo-rado State Department, 95 percent of senior high schools have one or

more vending machines, and fats and sugars account for 40 percent of children’s daily energy intake. Another significant change that has been identified about the food in the school is the new rule against carbonated beverages. The Colorado Department of Edu-cation’s Rules for the Administra-tion of the Healthy Beverage Policy state, “Each beverage described shall satisfy minimum nutritional standards for beverages, which standards are science-based and established by a national organi-zation.” Beverages sold in schools must meet particular health crite-ria in order to be permitted to be given to students. Atzman disagrees with the new rule against carbonated bev-erages. “It’s kind of silly,” said Atz-man, “because if they don’t get it here, they get it after school or something.” But when it comes to the new food policies as a whole, it can be looked upon mostly as a positive thing. “It definitely teaches [stu-dents] good habits, makes them healthy. You don’t always have to eat junk food to be full,” Atzman said.

heidi roberts

Developing food habitsWith a new school year comes new food policies

Bag LunchOh, the ever-classic bag of lunch surprises. Whether it be the juice box, or the PB&J, the bag lunch is, and always will be, a legend.

Pros:-It’s free-You can eat what you want-No waiting in lunch lines

Cons:-Having to eat food that has been sitting in your locker all day

-Not getting to eat delicious, warm food

-That annoying and surprisingly loud crinkly sound of the pa-per bag

School LunchThat pizza you’ve been sensing in the air all through your fourth or fifth hour class? It can be all yours! With a wide selection of delectable choices, school lunch is the most convenient, and possibly one of the easiest ways to eat a good lunch.

Pros:- Its warm food- Its usually healthy food-You can have the most amount of time to eat your lunch

Cons:-Standing in line-Choices are not always exactly what you want

-It costs money

Eating OutFast food is, as the name im-plies, the quickest, often most fun, and sometimes (to the ste-reotypical teenage mind), the most delicious way to eat your lunch. From the triple decker hamburger delight to the side salad with no dressing, there is something for everyone.

Pros:- Its warm food-Get exactly what you want-Even if it is super unhealthy, it is super delicious

Cons:-You have less time to eat (with driving times and lines)- It’s not the healthiest food- It costs money

WEIGHING YOUR LUNCH OPTIONS


the buzz news

Change seems to be everywhere as the new school year is ushered in. One of more controversial changes is the removal of the smokers’ pit. Located between the school and the Clement Park tennis courts, the pit served as an area for kids to smoke during off hours and lunch. However, due to changing laws and policies the pit has been removed, giving kids no designat-ed smoking area, leaving them to smoke wherever they can. “Kids are going to smoke no matter what rules they come up with. It’s something they just can’t stop. It’s stupid to try,” said junior Dani Boekhoff. Senior Shane Stouder sees the logic in behind the law. “Why should we have a pit?” he com-mented. “It’s illegal for most of us [students] to have tobacco any-

ways.” While both sides have legiti-mate arguments, questions arise over why the policy is in place this year. Columbine has always had a pit, so what makes this year differ-ent? One of the largest contribut-ing factors is a new Colorado law (C.R.S. 25-14-301) that prohib-its anyone under the age of 18 from possessing, using, distrib-uting, selling, buying any form of tobacco, including cigarettes, chew, hookah, or snus. What this means for schools is that, accord-ing to the Jefferson County Public Schools’ parent newsletter “Chalk Talk,” “Beginning with the 2009-2010 school year, Jeffco students will not be able to possess or use tobacco products at school or any-where on school property. Some high schools currently have ‘smok-ing pits’ where students can smoke

when they’re not in class [and] those areas will now be closed.” The newsletter also states that there ”will be support and interven-tion for students who want to stop smoking in the form of counseling and classes. “ According to administrator Tige Asnicar, Columbine itself had nothing to do with the decision to remove the pit. All schools in the state must abide by the new law, and administrators and other fac-ulty are required to confi scate to-bacco products from those under 18. Asnicar also said the new tobacco policy has made his job more stressful. When asked if he thinks the new rules will actually make a dif-ference in the amount of kids that smoke, he said, “I think in a sense fewer teens would be tempted to start. It’s more of a deterrent from

picking up smoking rather than a solution for those who already have the habit.” Campus supervisor Dave Evens says he averages two to three packs of confi scated ciga-rettes a day. “That’s a lot of money students are putting at risk,” he said. With the cost of cigarettes at around fi ve dollars a pack, this new policy could cost students who choose not to follow the rules. Columbine is not the only school that has been impacted by this issue; all other Jeffco schools have been asked to remove their smoking areas in order to comply with the Colorado tobacco law. Though the pit has been re-moved, some feel the removal of the pit has led to a new set of is-sues. “At least before they were containing the unavoidable prob-lem. Now it’s just widespread,” freshman Madelyn Padilla said.

Several cases of the H1N1 virus have been reported in schools across the district, including Columbine, causing concern among Jefferson County offi cials, who are now planning for possible outbreaks. Prevention of a swine fl u outbreak is among Jeffco’s top priorities, and certain measures are being taken to ensure the health safety of students and staff. Jefferson County’s Superintendent Dr. Cindy Stevenson said that the district’s main goals regarding swine fl u are to work on communica-tion, hand washing, and clean buildings. “Currently we are working to prevent an outbreak by en-couraging hand washing and staying home from school or work if any symptoms are detected. We have guidelines for parents and staff members that include: anyone with a fe-

ver of 100 or greater and one other symptom, sore throat, cough, nasal congestion, or runny nose, should stay home and not return to work or school until they have been fever free for 24 hours,” Stevenson said. As for a plan, should a large outbreak of swine fl u occur, the district will determine school pro-cedures closures on a case-by-case basis. One case will not initiate immediate school closures this year. “Jeffco is also tracking student ab-sences so that we can tell if an outbreak is be-ginning,” said Stevenson. Lynn Setzer, Executive Director of Communi-cations at Jefferson County Public Schools said, “The district has been asked by the health de-partment to keep a daily count of students who are calling in

sick because of a fl u-like illness – those numbers are tracked by the county health department so they can get an idea of how widespread the fl u is in schools.” If a large outbreak were to occur, Stevenson said the district will make the continuation of learning a priority. “Absences for teachers and students mean that we will all have to fi gure out ways for students to keep learning through on-line and E-mail strategies. School staff mem-bers are thinking about how to keep learning alive even if we have many staff and student absences,” Stevenson said. The number of swine fl u cases is expected to rise as school resumes this year, a fact that

prompted chief medical offi cer Ned Calonge at the Colo-rado Department for Public Health and Environment to re-lease a statement. “Schools and child-care facilities should have emergency pandemic fl u plans in place to deal with ill children and high absenteeism rates,” Calonge’s statement read. “Now that kids head back to school, we expect to see more cases.” In light of this fact, Columbine is hoping to make the school a healthy, safe place for students by encouraging elevated hygiene awareness. Columbine Area Nurse Consultant, Ms. Boyle, recommends that students “wash [their] hands often with soap and water, cough or sneeze into your elbow, [and] keep an arm distance from someone that is sick.” Boyle also encourages students not to share cups or water bottles and to throw all used tissues in the trash, followed by thorough hand washing.

Pit be-gone!In accordance with new law, Columbine removes smokers area

grace padilla

H1N1 hits homeJeffco prepares for an outbreak of swine fl u

abbey borchers

are tracked by the county health department so they can get an idea of how widespread the fl u

If a large outbreak were to occur, Stevenson said the district will make the continuation of

students mean that we will all have to fi gure out ways for students to keep learning through on-line and E-mail strategies. School staff mem-

alive even if we have many staff and student absences,” Stevenson said. The number of swine fl u cases is expected to rise as school resumes this year, a fact that

MYTHS ABOUT SWINE FLUMYTH: I can get swine fl u from eating pork products.TRUTH: Swine fl u is spreading primarily from person to person; it cannot

be contracted from consuming pork products.MYTH: Wearing a face mask will keep me from catching swine fl u.TRUTH: N-95 or N-99 specialty face masks will provide some protection,

but standard issue face masks will not prevent transmission of the virus.MYTH: The fl u shot I can get right now will work for swine fl u as well.TRUTH: Flu vaccines are different for different kinds of fl u. The only im-

munization for swine fl u is a vaccine that will be available in late October or early November.

Source: news.nationalgeographic.com, baltimoresun.com

Seniors Rachel Hudspeth (left) and Jennifer McGilchrist wash their hands before returning to class. Thorough hand washing is an effective way to avoid getting sick. photo by abbey borchers.

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Addiction and Prohibition

In years past, the smokers’ pit was a place for students to feed their addiction to tobacco. With new laws governing student tobacco use, this is no longer the case. In compliance with new laws passed by the state, Columbine has forbidden the use of the pit for smoking. However, the removal of the pit will do nothing to stop students from smoking. If students need to get their fi x, they will; lack of a convenient place to do it will not stop them. Removing the pit will do nothing but make students walk a little farther over to Leawood Park to light up, which presents another fl aw in the policy: removing the pit will drive smokers away from the school and across the street to the park, where young children frequently play. Exposing young chil-dren to secondhand smoke is surely not some-thing state lawmakers were hoping to do, but it is certainly something that will happen as a

result of their actions. The new smoking policy has been justi-fi ed by calling it a deterrent–it will supposedly discourage students from smoking who have not already started. The obvious hole in this logic is that prohibiting something only makes people–and especially teenagers–want it more. If smoking is prohibited on school grounds, it will only make students more inter-ested in starting. When the pit was a fi xture on school property, student smokers were contained in one area. All of the litter and secondhand smoke was in one secluded area where one did not have to walk if one did not want to. Now, smokers have no place to gather, so all of the unappealing side effects of smoking will soon be spread across our community. If the state hopes to reduce student to-bacco use, programs should be put in place in schools which would raise awareness about the problem, encourage students not to start smoking, and help students quit who already are. Removing designated smoking areas in schools will do virtually nothing to solve the problem. Addiction is not so easily killed by the prohibition of that which feeds it.

staff editorial

“Kids haven’t stopped smoking. They will fi nd other ways to smoke.” – Haley Brush, 9

“No. Every morning when my mom drops me off across the street, there are always students smoking there.”

–Jennifer Brownrigg, 10

“The policy won’t change a thing. Kids just go out to their cars in Clement to smoke before and after school and during their off hours.” –Kaleigh Atzman, 12

SPEAK OUT

?Do you think the new smoking

policy will affect teen smoking?

SPEAK OUT “No, the smoking policy will not stop

students from smoking because of addiction” –Dylan Wilde, 11

Hello everyone! I’m Jerry, an exchange student from Beijing, a big city and the capital of China. I’ve seen the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony last year in the Bird’s Nest Stadium. It was so exciting. Besides that, I’ve been to lots of places of interest in Beijing, such as the Great Wall, Tian’anmen

Square, the Temple of Heaven, and so on. Do you know them? They are very nice! I am an optimis-tic, easygoing, friendly, honest boy. I can get on well with everyone. I like staying with friends and

playing games or sports with them. I’m in 11th grade and I have joined the school’s soccer team. I prac-tice soccer after school ev-ery day. But I don’t feel tired because I love soccer. My favourite team is Chelsea, which is an England Club. I live in a family of three: host father Frank Fran-cone, mother Tina, and their 9-year-old son Frankie, who is lovely and studies at home. They treat me really well and we usually go out-side playing happily. They

are very kind! I like our school Columbine. It’s a good school. Students here are very friendly. I really hope to make friends with you. We can talk about different cultures between China and America with each oth-er. If you want to be my friend, send e-mail to me. If you will have a party on your birthday or other days, remember to tell me. I want to join! I just live here for one school year. Give me a chance! Thank you!

Voice from a world awayColumbine and Courier staff welcome new foreign exchange student

Real name: Chufan, DengEnglish name: JerryCitizenship: China

Hometown (City): BeijingDOB: April 27 1993

Grade: 11E-mail: chelsea.dcf@163.

comHobbies: playing and watching soccer and

basketball, singing, playing chess, listening to the

music, going outside to play with friends.


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BE SEEN

on the court

on the mat on the field

on the courseon the diamond

this week in

rebelathletics

TUESDAYSoftball4:30 p.m. vs. Arvada West@ Dave Sanders Field

Volleyball6:30 p.m. vs. Dakota Ridge

WEDNESDAYGymnastics6:00 p.m. vs. Green Mountain @ Chatfield

THURSDAYBoys Tennis3:30 p.m. vs. Green Mountain @ Columbine

Softball4:30 p.m. @ Pomona

Volleyball6:30 p.m. vs. Arvada West

FRIDAYCross CountryDave Sanders Invite

Boys Soccer5:00 p.m. vs. Ralston Valley @ Lakewood Memorial

Football7:30 p.m. vs. Arvada West @ Jeffco Stadium

How long have you been playing foot-ball? How long have you played for Columbine?

I have been playing football for 11 years. This will be my 4th year with Columbine.

What is the best part of playing football? The hardest part?

The best part about football is the feeling on a Friday night under the lights after a great win. The hardest part would be dealing with defeat after working hard all year.

How do you balance football with school, friends, and other activities?

Having priorities in line has helped me the most with balance in my life.

How do you prepare before a game?I will always visit my grandparents before every game

and spend time with them. I will also always watch a highlight video of a past Columbine team. I will say my prayers, and I'm good.

Do you have any plans for college yet?I will be attending University of Colorado to play football.

What advice do you have for the freshmen players this year?Always be the best person you can be. Be selfless, not selfish.

What is your favorite motivational quote?Phil 4:13–I can do all things in him who strengthens me.

What is your favorite pre-game meal?Angie's chicken sandwich with pasta salad

What is your favorite pump-up song?"Rockstar" by Nickelback.

How long have you been playing volley-ball? How long have you played for Columbine?

I have played volleyball for 6 years, played for Colum-bine for 4 years.

What is the best part of playing volley-ball? The hardest part?

The home games. The hardest part is the practices.

How do you b a l a n c e volleyball with school, friends, and other activi-ties?Volleyball is my social life and while the lower levels are playing I do my home-work.

How do you prepare before a game?Listen to music and visualizing.

Any plans for college yet?I have a college in Northern California (Cabrillo Col-

lege) looking at me for volleyball.

What advice do you have for the fresh-men players this year?

Work hard, it will pay off.

What is your favorite motivational quote?

"Nothing worth gaining was ever gained without effort” by Theodore Roosevelt and "Do or do not. There is no try" from Jedi Master Yoda

What is your favorite pre-game meal?Subway

What is your favorite pump-up song?"Move, Shake, Drop" by DJ Laz and "Errtime" by Nelly

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After being planned, fabricated, painted, in-stalled, and repainted over the course of the last year, a giant clock now stands tall as a proud reminder of the Class of 2009. The idea of a clock as a senior gift came from last year’s senior senate. “Other classes talked about it, but [senior senate] was the first class to follow through with it,” said sen-ate sponsor Mrs. Tennessen. The original plan for the clock was to have a computer-designed sticker of a col-umbine flower in the middle, which was what was first installed. Last year’s senior senate, however, decided that was not what the clock needed to have. Instead of having the computer company redo the design, Kat Powers was chosen by the senior senate to paint a columbine on the clock. Powers has a long history of painting for Columbine. She was chosen to paint for the first time for the 2002 After Prom, the first time she had ever painted. Since then, she has been painted for various functions at

Columbine, notably drama productions, and other places such as private residences and Governor’s Ranch Elementary School. It took Powers a couple days to fully paint the senior clock. “Getting the numbers at the right angles and getting the numbers and let-ters just right” was the biggest challenge in painting the clock, according to Powers. Powers has not only painted the clock but she also painted the senior gift of the class of 2008 located by Rebel Corner. “I love painting for Columbine. The kids are great,” said Powers. When asked what he thought about the clock, Sophomore Chris Chavez, said, “It stands out, is easy to see, is very elegant, spa-cious, and creative.” “It’s not a very good senior gift” said Se-nior Evan Kaufman, who did not agree with Chavez. The clock located in the center of a square glass box contains three columbine flowers in the middle. It is represented in the colors of Columbine. Apart from the clock, Columbine is filled

with many memories of all the senior classes. The clock displayed in remembrance of the class of 2009, is just one of the memorable ideas that fills Columbine’s halls. Although some of the senior gifts didn’t survive the building remodeling in 1995, there are still two or three old senior gifts located throughout the school. According to former senior senate sponsor Lee Andres, the oldest senior gift is “the rebel man located on

the floor.” The Rebelman is on the floor by the counseling office representing the class of 1975. When asked what her ideal senior gift would be, Sophomore Amy Bowman said, “An aquarium on the floor.” As it now stands, the clock is now an ongoing reminder of the class of 2009, but whether this gift will remain for years, only time will tell.

Tic-toc, the clock is doneGiant senior gift from Class of 2009 is now finished

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OUTTHISWEEK

NEW

RELEASES 9/29 - 10/6

IN THEATERS:

The Invention of Lying

Whip It

Zombieland

Extract

The Informant!

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Jenifer’s Body

Gamer

Love Happens

Sorority Row

ON DVD:

Ghosts of Girlfriends Past

Observe and Report

Away We Go

Monsters vs. Aliens

Year One

Management

Battle for Terra

My Life in Ruins

Imagine That

1. What is the oldest senior gift (1975)?

2. What was the senior gift for the class of 2007?

3. Which extant senior gift is the second oldest?

4. Which senior gift is located above the stairs?

5. Which senior gift is located outside by the Commons?

1. the rebel man on the floor, 2. the senior window, 3. the trophy cases, 4. the mural, 5. the rock

CLUB OF THE MONTH

WHO: KEY CLUB

WHAT: AN ORGANIZATION OF VOLUNTEERS COMMITTED TO HELPING OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD

WHEN: MEETINGS ARE EVERY TUESDAY AT 2:55, ALTHOUGH KEY CLUB MEMBERS CONSTANTLY HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER

WHERE: MEETINGS ARE HELD IN MR. DANIELS’ ROOM (SCI-2), ALTHOUGH VOLUNTEERING PROJECTS TAKE PLACE ALL THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY

WHO: TO MAKE THE WORLD, AND SPECIFICALLY OUR COMMUNITY, A BETTER PLACE!

WHAT IS HAPPENING NOW: KEY CLUB IS AND WILL BE INVOLVED IN A VARI-ETY OF EVENTS INCLUDING EMILY’S PARADE AND TRICK-OR-TREAT STREET

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REBEL YELL: Homecoming + Chocolate = :]

REBEL HELL: New health policies–say goodbye to cigarettes, caffeine, and all things delicious

Mysteries of the Universe: What happened to our beloved bagel n’ cheese?

Quote of the Month: Student: “How do you say ‘fruit cake’ in French?” Mme Barrera: “There is no such thing in France”

Columbine Salutes: Kanye West, for never failing to make himself look like an idiot on live TV

On this day: 1969: Beatles release “Abbey Road”

Swine Flu: Are you and your family pre-pared?

K: Holy barn animal! I have so many sick kids in class! I feel like I am in a Petri dish and cultures are growing on my clothing and skin! How do you prepare for that? When I arrive home, on the front porch there is a yellow tented entry point, and there is a shower of Purell, then I place all my clothing in a stainless steel can to be incinerated later, upon exiting the tent, my dog hands (paws) me a tyvek suit and respira-tor.

What will CHS students do without Bagel n’ Cheese?

K: It is the end of an era. I think we can expect great things since the entire school population will lose hundreds of collective pounds. Re-member kids, the cheese came packaged in a bladder with an “udder” like “hose” dispensing the “cheese.” Personally, I wouldn’t miss any-thing packaged like that.

T: Live longer.

What do you do with the extra 3 minutes of class time?

K: Well, with bell-to-bell instruction being the norm in this building—I’m typically teachin’ the dumb outa kids like some sorta tornado of intelligence that fl ies around wreaking havoc–everytime I gets close to you, I makes you smarter instead of ripping your house outa the ground and making goats fl y—I just vortex ‘em with smartness. That’s pretty much what I do.

T: Scream at them. I reduced Jackie Sheehan to tears just yesterday.

Kizzle & Tizzle

What fall fashion statements will you be making this season?

K: Well, I have been considering the male re-sponse to the females wearing the Ugg style boots. The girls wear these boots/slippers with shorts, skirts, jeans, and even cheer uniforms. I propose that the guys start wearing Sorel boots with shorts. I think some sweet Sorels or Moon Boots, ala Napoleon Dynamite, with shorts will rock fall fashion. Rock the snow gear with the shorts guys!

What do you think of the new school clock?

K: Whoa! The class gift idea is escalating! What’s next? The Rebel Sphinx? The Rebel Tower of Littleton? Maybe the seniors will do-nate an escalator rising out of the commons.

T: I like it, but it’s a little too small.

If the teachers were the competitors in the Mr. Columbine pageant, who would win?

T: Mr. Tadlock: He’s smart. handsome, and he knows Pi to the 103rd place.

Bagel and cheese flavored Jelly beans “Too bad these were discontinued.”

Class of OH!9’s Giant Clock Lollipops “These take forever to eat!”

Tonelli’s Everlasting Laughter Bar “hahahahahhaha”

Kiki’s Milk Studz “Mr. Leyba’s awesomeness in candy bar form.”

Mr. D’s DeAngelicious D-Train Coco Bar “I’m aboard the D-train!”

Rebel Man Macaroons “Revolutionary goodness in every bite!”

Chatfield Charger Licorice “Eww... Gross.”

CHS Candy Cigarettes “Eating only permitted off campus.”

Night School Airheads “Just kidding.”

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