Issue 2

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" rowspan="2" width=210 BGCOLOR="#99CC99" TEXT="#080000" bgproperties="fixed" background="0488dfc3.jpg"> <div> <B>We asked....</B></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>"If you could change one thing about Liberty High School, what would it be?"</B></div> <div> <B>                   By Jamie Poley</B></div> <div> <B>"If I could change on thing in the school, it would be student conduct."</B></div> <div> <B>          -     </B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>Mr. Bowers</B></FONT></div> <div> <B>"I would change the amount of disrespect exhibited by the students." </B></div> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>         -      </B></FONT><B>M</B><B>rs. Berkowicz</B></div> <div> <B>"I would change the way people interact with each other, and create a more positive atmosphere."-</B></div> <div> <B>                 </B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>Mr. Williams</B></FONT></div> <div> <B>"I would get rid of the animosity students show toward one another."</B></div> <div> <B>               -</B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>Allie Hosking</B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>"Would you vote for a female president and why?"</B></div> <div> <B>              </B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B> By Brandy Treloar</B></FONT></div> <div> <B>"I'd vote for either sex based on their record and what they stand for"</B></div> <div> <B>                 Mrs.Aberman</B></div> <div> <B>"Yes, because girls understand a lot more than guys do"</B></div> <div> <B>                    Paul Young</B></div> <div> <B>"Of course, if anyone no matter what sex, color, minority, or white I would vote for them if they believed in America and is a good candidate"</B></div> <div> <B>                        Mr.Bowers</B></div> <div> <B>"Yeah, they have the right to become president too."</B></div> <div> <B>                 </B><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>Nicole Lindsley</B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>"What is your favorite leisure activity?"</B></div> <div> <B>-By Jared Levine</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>"Bird watching"</B></div> <div> <B>---------------Casey Pazzalia</B></div> <div> <B>"El futbol"</B></div> <div> <B>---------------Ramon Romero</B></div> <div> <B>"Reading"</B></div> <div> <B>---------------Mrs. Mignemi</B></div> <div> <B>"Keeping kids drug-free"</B></div> <div> <B>---------------Joe Toscano</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Would you rather die tomorrow or live forever, and why?</B></div> <div> <B>-By-Rebecca Cuttita</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>"I'd want to live forever because I'd have all the time in the world to do whatever I want. I'd do things I otherwise would not have done. Everyday problems would not apply to me so I'd be a lot more laid back."</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="05b85640.png" border=0 width="133" height="100" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B>----------Drew </B></div> <bR> <div> <B>"I'd rather die tomorrow because living forever would be way too boring and monotonous. To have to watch all my loved ones die would make me depressed."</B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="05d84630.png" border=0 width="132" height="99" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B>---------Kelly </B></div> <bR> <div> <B>"I'd rather die tomorrow because I don't want to have to watch all my friends and family die."</B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="05f8d6a0.png" border=0 width="141" height="106" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B>----------Michelle </B></div> <bR> <div> <B>"Die tomorrow because life without quality has no quantitative value."</B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="06186640.png" border=0 width="134" height="100" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B>----------Mr. Bowers</B></div> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=82 BGCOLOR="#CCCC99" TEXT="#080000" bgproperties="fixed" background="0498dfe1esnpes.jpg"> <div> <FONT SIZE="5" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>Mrs. Davies                      Room 206</B></FONT><B>     </B><B>|</B><B>     </B><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Mrs. Davies Room 20"><U><B>home</B></U></A><B>    </B><B> back</B></div> <bR> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=398 colspan=2 BGCOLOR="#CCCC99" TEXT="#080000" bgproperties="fixed" background="0498dfc3.jpg"> <div> <I> Issue 2</I></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Mild Intellect</B></div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="the_system"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>The System</B></div> <div> -By Michael Erlwein</div> <bR> <div>      <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Papyrus" >Today in the education system, all students are expected to learn subjects such as math, social studies, language, and sciences and pass each class within four years, mostly above state adjusted bars. I, on the other hand, chose the five-year plan, which isn't so unpopular these days.  Personally speaking, I had a problem with going through every grade and having to pass every class so not to be left behind. Although I did succeed through the hardest years of my school life, I hit the biggest obstacle (senioritis) and it landed me into the “five-year program.”</FONT></div> <div>      Education advisors have been trying to make the country's youth more productive, yet they make it seem as if you did a horrible thing by failing. Are we at such a loss for adult workers that we must get every child out of school as quickly as possible? Very doubtful.  I think that many students are in need of more personalized “training” and the system should give leeway to those who need different programs or have different learning techniques. I was never the type to jump out of bed to see my school or friends. Hey, I could wait till noon to see them, and they, most likely, felt the same way about me.</div> <div>  I always pictured a perfect school where each student could chose which class they wished to be in, what time, and where. Just picture it! You wake up at 9:30 A.M., get ready for school, and head to your first class, which starts at 10 AM. Now, from what everyone teaches me in school, I know my own body better than anyone else, and I know that I would work much closer to par if I didn't start classes till 10 AM and ended around 4 or 5 PM. </div> <div> The school should be more flexible with students who do not fit the traditional mold.  Flexible starting and ending times might better accommodate those students who function better on a different time clock.  Students who are on the “five year plan” should receive advisement on their nontraditional status</div> <div> .<A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U>top1</U></A></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Is It Time to Wake Up?</B></div> <div>                           <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Tempus Sans ITC" > -By Jamie Poley</FONT></div> <bR> <div>       Liberty Central School recently printed a new version of the Student Handbook for the 2003-2004 school year. Page three of the handbook opens with the school's “Mission Statement”; it states: “The mission of Liberty Central School District is to inspire all students to pursue their dreams and to contribute and thrive in a diverse community”.  The mission statement shows that Liberty has a goal for each individual; however, placing it in the student handbook isn't exactly the best place to publicize this. </div> <div>       Majority of students don't view the Student Handbook as interesting or important, nor do most even open it. This is a wonderful effort of the school, and more people should know about it. The “Mission Statement” in itself is probably more important than the rest of the text in the handbook. </div> <div>       Students at Liberty should be aware the mission and the intents of the school, rather than not knowing what could potentially be in store for them; maybe such a wonderful thing should get more publicity.  It's up to the authority of the school and the cooperation of the students to pursue and carry out this mission; if such things are not done, it should barely be considered a “mission” at all. </div> <div>        Students have the right to be informed, the potential to be inspired and the ability to pursue their dreams. Nothing could contribute to the well being of a student's mindset better than the teachers and administration themselves. A little bit of inspiration goes a long </div> <div> <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U> top2</U></A></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Bookbags Banned</B></div> <div>                    -By Brandy Treloar</div> <bR> <div> “For health and safety reasons, backpacks may not be used in the building” say's the Liberty high school student handbook. Many students agree that last year they were more comfortable due to the bag made of clothe they wore on their back to offer a more convenient way to transport the heavy books. Zack Andrews says, ”There's no point in the no backpack rule because if someone wanted to carry a gun in school they could just have an ankle holster;” </div> <div> Many teenagers now wear “overly big” pants with deep pockets and flares that can easily hide drugs and guns. ”If the school disallows students to carry backpacks due to the threat of drugs or weapons, then the students are just going to rebel further and carry weapons on them.” continues Zack Andrews. </div> <div> Many students are also complaining about their arms hurting from carrying five pounds of books in their arms all day and not on their backs.</div> <div> Students don't have enough time to get all the books from their locker that might be across the school from where their next class might be. Some students recommend that the school make the in-between class times longer; like last year so they can be on time.</div> <div>  Theresa Brex, a mother of two children from Liberty High school says” It's ridiculous that they took book bags away; it's only a more convenient way to carry books. I don't see any reason for taking them away.” Mrs. Brex also recommends clear bags (like big purses) that used to be given out at her former job when the employer was afraid of the employees stealing</div> <div> . <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U>top3</U></A></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>Student Council Carries On</B></div> <div>                               -By Rebecca Cuttita</div> <div>       </div> <div>       Student Council is often over-looked by many students as a small group of “over-achieving preps.” They are accused of sitting around in Mr. Feasel's room every Thursday afternoon simply to complain about our lack of backpacks or the smoking in the bathrooms. Their true goals, hard work, and many accomplishments often go either unnoticed or without proper recognition. As a current member of Student Council, I hope to dispose of this false notion of what Student Council is and update students on its happenings.</div> <div>      As many of you may have noticed, Student Council has just recently purchased recycling bins for the cafeteria. We owe this, in part, to Kelly Lorino, who after starting a very successful recycling program in the Senior Lounge, decided to work with Student Council to make recycling a school wide issue. </div> <div>      On perhaps a more interesting note, Student Council is currently working diligently to bring “Grade Wars” into our high school. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this, it is a week-long competition between classes, helping to tighten their bonds and bring them closer together. All week grades work to earn points through wearing their designated class color and competing in events including drama, athletics, and music. The week is brought to an end with an obstacle course, after which points are totaled and the winning class is announced. By bringing Grade Wars to Liberty this year, Student Council hopes to start a trend that will outlast its current members.</div> <div>      In other news, each grade representative was given a class list at last week's meeting. Student Council is working to give each grade representative the names of approximately 20% of their class. The representative will then be responsible for bringing the concerns of those they represent to Student Council or even bringing the student to a meeting if the problem permits. This is in an effort by Student Council to get the entire student body involved.  They also increased the allowed number of at large representatives in order to make it easier for those who want to be on Student Council to join. </div> <div> As Erin Simpson, a senior and five-year member of Student Council, said, “Now maybe people will stop whining and complaining and come join Student Council or approach their representative if they have a problem</div> <div> ” <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U>top4</U></A></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>SAT Tips</B></div> <div> -By Erin Smith</div> <div>       </div> <div>          As many of us prepare to take the Standardized Aptitude Test or the S.A.T., some basic tips are needed to complete the test with ease and success.  With just a few of these tips maybe some of you can receive a better score than I did. First, get a good vocabulary list.  This vocabulary list is imperative for a good score on the verbal section, but don't let lists with "big" words fool you; they are not always the way to go. Also make sure you study your vocabulary daily. Next be aware that some questions are presented in order of difficulty (easy to difficult). This is especially helpful if you are weak on either the verbal or math section.  Next, avoid leaving blanks if at all possible.  On the Verbal section, practice-reading passages so that you can spot main ideas, draw conclusions, pick out important details, and determine the point of view and the author's tone. Also, be able to compare and contrast two related reading passages. Write notes in margins of reading passages so you do not forget the important points. Additionally eliminate all absolutely wrong answers first, and then guess if you have a choice of two or three possibly correct answers.  Another important thing to remember is to practice analogies. An analogy is the relationship between two different things. You should be able to spot common types of analogies. While finishing the sentence completion look for key words like “although”, “therefore”, “however” and look for opposing statements, cause and effect, and supportive views. On the math section do not plan to use your calculator on every problem. Some can be solved faster by eliminating obviously wrong answers.  And do not plan to know every answer.  This is a basic reality:  There is not enough time to answer every question.  Also review some basic concepts in geometry, algebra, and comparing quantities.  On test day make sure your calculator has fresh batteries.  On the night before the test get plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast. Probably most important is do not try to cram the night before the test.  This cramming will only stress you out and will not prepare you enough to receive a satisfactory score.  On test day, work quickly but not carelessly. Keep track of the time for each section of the test. And most importantly, if you finish early, use the time for re-checking. With these tips and tricks you might find that conquering the S.A.T. is not such a task, after all.  </div> <div> <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Garamond" >       </FONT> But these tips will not cover all that is needed in two years.  The class of 2006 will experience a change on the S.A.T.  The test now will be out of 2400 points including a new writing section with a student written essay.  The sections will be scored the same on a scale of 200-800 points.  The time on the test will also change.  An extra half an hour will be added making the entire test approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. And it gets better.  The cost will also increase about $10-$12 but will have a fee waiver for students who cannot afford the test.   So get prepared all you sophomores out there, for the new test is comin. </div> <div> <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U>top5</U></A></div> <div>                                 <B> </B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Batang" ><B>Kobe Gone Wild</B></FONT></div> <div>                                                         By Bryan Jensen</div> <div> <FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Batang" >    </FONT> A 19-year-old woman from Eagle County, Colorado is charging the Los Angeles Lakers franchise player, Kobe Bryant, with rape.  Bryant, who is 25, has insisted that the sex was consensual.  Some people believe that the sex was consensual, but others are against Bryant's statement.    </div> <div>       Eagle County Sheriff Detective Doug Winters testified Thursday at a preliminary hearing to determine whether Bryant will stand trial.  His description of the event was based on an interview with the woman, who did not testify.  The hearing was expected to last only the afternoon, but was adjourned for the day after about six hours of testimony.</div> <div>      Winters described how an exciting chance meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers superstar led to an assault that left her shaken and in tears.  The victim said she told Bryant “no” at least twice, and he ignored her both times.   When she stood up to leave Bryant gave her a hug that led to some consensual kissing.  When she turned to go, he grabbed her by her neck and pulled up her skirt, raping her against a chair.</div> <div>      After the alleged attack, Winters said that Bryant kept asking, “You're not going to tell anyone, right?”</div> <div>      The woman said she agreed at one point.  Though the testimony was logical, the most explosive statement came from Bryant's defense attorney when she suggested that the woman's injuries would also be “consistent with a person who has had sex with three different men in three different days.”</div> <div>      The hearing began when Bryant arrived in a parade of three Sport Utility Vehicles.  He has the right to go to trial within six months, but he could push that back until after the NBA season ends early next summer.  If convicted Bryant can face 4 years to life in prison.</div> <div> <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U>top 6</U></A></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>The Same Old Jets?</B></div> <div>                      -By Josh Chen</div> <div> As the new season of NFL on the way, the New York Jets are starting without their starting QB Chad Pennington due to his a broken bone in his left hand. Many experts predicted the end of 2003 season before it had even started. The Jets started the season with 4 straight disappointing lost. So a question is popping out in every Jet's fans mind </div> <div> “ Is it the same old Jets again??” </div> <div>      </div> <div> With a 0-4 record going into a bye week, the Jets need a lot of things to work on to prepare for the up coming Bills. Jets coach Herman Edwards announced to the press that they are going to stick with the same game plan. And the key is to cost mismatch against the Bills, and keep the pressure on the Bills QB Drew Bledsoe.</div> <div>      </div> <div> On Sunday Oct. 12, the Jets came out firing and finally, the New York Jets played a complete game. Finally, they dominated like they knew they could. And finally, the Jets won. The Jets defense shout down the Bills offense. And the Jets fans were live again in Giant Stadium.</div> <div>       </div> <div> With the win, the Jets moved to 1-4 and now have something to build on as they move to Houston next week for a match-up with the Texans (2-3). The Jets began their climb out of the hole Sunday. And with the coming back of their starting QB Chad Pennington on Oct.26 against Philadelphia; maybe the Jets could prove everybody wrong and keep the season going and give the fans what they want to see.</div> <div> <A HREF="#the_system" TITLE=" Issue 2"><U> top </U></A>7</div> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>