NEWS
Elementary kids take on science experiments
by Alicia Molina, Staff Writer
Local elementary school students participated in a Science Day held at Bowie. The event was organized by teachers and students and offered elementary kids a hands-on approach to high school
science.
Who was quoted in the story?
Jill Harding, Maura Evans, Angelica Aguilar, and Denise Sanders were quoted.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"One kid did slip by my partner and the little girl just ate a spoonful of the dough; I still remember looking over and seeing the little girl instantly regretting what she did because the dough smelled really fruity but tasted like the teeth cleaner at the dentist's office." This is a funny anecdote that was included in the article.
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence was a little weak, it could have focused on the mix of fun and education that Science Day promoted.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a quote.
COMMENTARY
Non-Christian students struggle with holidays during school
by Avy Friedman, Staff Writer
Some students who observe religious holidays other than Christmas do not have the privilege of having time off from school. They must instead adapt to the schools' schedule, which focuses on exclusively Christian holidays.
Who was quoted in the story?
No-one was quoted in this commentary article.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
There were no quotes in the article.
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence was effective and made me want to keep reading.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a statement.
STUDENT LIFE
Pet rescue strikes a chord with a pair of animal lovers
by Ashley Ramirez, Staff Writer
Two students regularly volunteer at local animal shelters. They help feed animals and inform potential owners of the responsibilities of owning a pet.
Who was quoted in the story?
Fuaad Ajaz and Alex Reyes are quoted.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"I love it because it helped me to figure out what I want to do with my life," Ajaz said.
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence was effective and interesting.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a quote.
ENTERTAINMENT
Alexander Hamilton raps
by Avila Dye, Staff Writer
'Hamilton' is a new musical that combines American history with modern-day music. It has received overwhelming praise for its postmodern take on the Founding Fathers and has earned celebrity acclaim.
Who was quoted in the story?
Austin Hyde, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Lauren Norris, and Ruth Ann Widner are quoted.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"It's just really interesting and [Hamilton] makes it a lot more accessible for young, modern audiences."
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence was interesting and captured my attention.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a statement.
ATHLETICS
Moving on to bigger and better things
by Caitlin Devlin, Student Life Editor
The Bowie cheerleading team continues to advance in local cheerleading competitions and will soon be participating on the national level. The varsity and junior varsity teams must attend rigorous practice in order to succeed in their performance.
Who was quoted in the story?
Harrison Rocha, Ervin Knight, and Bridget Alvarez are quoted.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
" I always try to channel my energy into my performance," Rocha said. "There were some mistakes made but I think overall me and my group did very well."
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence made me want to keep reading.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a quote.
IN-DEPTH
'Tis the season to be accepting
by Kamryn Bryce, Editor-in-Chief
Students describe their holiday traditions and how they differ from other students. They emphasize the importance of tolerance and acceptance, especially during a spiritual holiday.
Who was quoted in the story?
Sam Searles, Nour El Houda Remli, and Andy Moe are quoted.
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"When I have kids I'll definitely teach them to e accepting of all religions and understand their differences."
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
The lead sentence provided a visual to grab the reader's attention.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
The conclusion was a statement.
PHOTOS
1. What is your favorite photo in the entire paper?
My favorite photo is Violet Glenewinkle's photo of the STC doing vocal exercises for Tarzan.
1A. Why is this your favorite?
This is my favorite photo because it has a good composition-it adheres to the rule of thirds, there is a pattern and a line of movement.
This is my favorite photo because it has a good composition-it adheres to the rule of thirds, there is a pattern and a line of movement.
2. What is your least favorite photo in the entire paper?
My least favorite photo is the lit Zilker Park Christmas tree.
2A. Why is this your least favorite?
This is my least favorite photo because the lights on the tree are far-away and unfocused. Although the trees in the foreground are an attempt at framing, they are dark and contrast too much with the focus of the picture. Also, the title of the article doesn't match the photo- this image is mostly dark.
2A. Why is this your least favorite?
This is my least favorite photo because the lights on the tree are far-away and unfocused. Although the trees in the foreground are an attempt at framing, they are dark and contrast too much with the focus of the picture. Also, the title of the article doesn't match the photo- this image is mostly dark.
3. If you were a photographer on staff, which event/photo assignment would you have liked to do for this issue? You will need to look through the entire paper and see the topics covered and decide which one you think would have been fun.
I would have liked to do any of the athletic photography. It's a challenge to capture action that would only last a split second without photos. The soccer team would have been especially fun to photograph.
4. Overall, how would you rate the photography in this issue? What were the strong points and weak points.
The photography was good in this issue, though the Zilker tree photo is weak in my opinion and shouldn't have been on the front page. A lot of the pictures I found interesting- the activities on Science Day and the STC- were a little too small. Also, there were too many photos on the culinary holiday luncheon page- just one or two would be fine. Yeager's WWII collection picture, the cheerleading picture, and the beekeepers were excellent highlights.
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I think Vicki Hebert should be interviewed. She teaches English classes for juniors and runs GSA in her room. She is incredibly interesting and kind.
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