Story 1 - Apple refuses to violate privacy of users
1. The story was written by the Editorial
2. The story is about how the FBI wants Apple to create a program in which they could investigate the contents of the San Bernardino's shooters phone without unlocking it.
3. The author firmly believes that the FBI does not have the authority to ask this of Apple because the FBI would potentially be able to violate the privacy of anyone's phone with such a program.
"Although the phone could yield valuable information, we believe that the FBI is asking Apple for too much at the risk of all other iPhone owners."
4. The other side of the argument is (sort of) addressed. The author includes points contradicting to their own argument, but disregards or proves them wrong.
5. No. They made it very clear that their opinion would not be changed.
6. There are no quotes in the story.
7. The story was written in 3rd person.
Story 2 - Beyonce causes controversy
1. The story was written by Fuaad Ajaz
2. Ajaz writes about how Beyonce's recent music video, "Formation", and her performance during the Super Bowl halftime in which she tackles topics like police brutality and modern-day discrimination against minority groups has created controversy and outrage among some americans.
3. The writer believes that Beyonce is doing the right thing and that americans should not be outraged at Beyonce for expressing her opinion about topics that are serious and that she is entitled to discuss.
"But, for some reason, there was a noisy backlash against her expression of opinion. Apparently when someone points out that something unfair is happening to a to a minority group, and that person happens to be a popular black female artist, critics yelp when that someone states the obvious. Why?"
4. The author very briefly mentions what the other side of the controversy thought, but he barely regards them and drives the story with his opinion of the controversy.
5. No, he was not wishy-washy about his opinion and he held onto it firmly.
6. There are quotes included from lyrics from Beyonce's song, "Formation".
7. The story is written in 3rd person.
Story 3 - Is the AP World history test worth it?
1. The story was written by Mia Barbosa.
2. The story Barbosa wrote is about how Bowie high school students have the opportunity to earn college credit by taking the AP World History test. She writes about the fee to take the tests, what the test contains, and the preparation that is offered to students who are wishing to take the test
3. Barbosa believes that the test is worth taking because of the possibility of earning college credit and because so much preparation is offered to students who are taking the test.
"I think that the test is a great way for students to get ahead in the competitive race for college."
"I think that more tests like this need to be offered to student so that way they can prepare for the future better and save money."
4. The author discusses both sides regarding the AP test, but she does not change her own opinion about the topic.
5. She was not wishy-washy.
6. There are no quotes in the story.
7. The story is written in 1st person.
Story 4 - Social media, back at it again
1. The story was written by Alicia Molina
2. Molina writes about a recent Snapchat story that has become famous on social media. "Damn Daniel" has taken a popular hit with many teens and has caught the attention of celebrities, including Ellen.
3. The writer believes that the meme has become annoying in the weeks that it's been around, as many people are trying to imitate it themselves and repeatedly say it, however she expresses how she's glad that Josh and Daniel, the creators of the meme, are putting their fame to good use.
"...I would hear "Damn Daniel," from across the hall and it would bug me even more than the time before."
"I think that it's great that people are using their fame for good..."
4. Barbosa acknowledges that everyone else continued to find the meme funny even after some time had assed.
5. No, she was not wishy-washy, and she did not change her opinion.
6. The writer quoted a tweet that Daniel posted.
7. The story was written in 1st person.
Story 5 - Drug dog investigation have students feeling as though their rights are being violated at school
1. The story was written by Granger Coats.
2. Coats' story is about the controversial punishment that is given to student who possess marijuana (the controversy is that students who possess less than the amount of a felony offense (four or more ounces) are also being punished). Those who are punished are escorted home and sent to Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) and possibly later to Alternative Learning Center (ALC).
3. Coats believes that the punishments are wrongfully causing students to bet behind on classwork, which will impact their understanding and education. She believes that the punishment should only be reserved for severe cases in which the student may cause harm to the school, others, or themselves. She believes that students feel intimidated and are having their rights violated.
"...I believe the DAEP should deb a punishment saved only for severe cases such as students considered a threat to the school, the well-being of the students, or themselves."
4. Barbosa regards both sides of the argument and she supports effective school security, but this does not change her opinion on the current system and regulations.
5. No, she was very firm about her opinion.
6. She quoted the AISD student code of conduct.
7. The story was written in 1st person.
A.
1. A hard news story recounts the events that happened in the recent past (yesterday, earlier in the week, the previous week, ect.) and provides solid facts about what happened. An opinion's piece briefly explains the situation and provides facts about it, but the writer can be more selective about the information they put in their story.
2. The writer cannot take a stand or side in a hard news story. In an opinion's piece, the writer has the freedom to express their thoughts and side of the story.
3. Hard news stories require quotations from people who were interviewed on the matter of the story. In an opinion story, the writer does not need to do this and can provide quotes if they would like to in order to back up their stand.
B. I think that there aren't many photo on this page because then photos might draw the attention away from the story. Photos are also often included to back up the story and to provide an image of the story's topic. An opinion's piece does not include many photos other than to complement it and show who the writer is, and because the focus should be on the piece itself, not the pictures that accompany it.
C. 1. Should teachers give less homework? (My opinion on this is that teachers should reduce the amount of homework that they assign to students because the overloading amount of homework that students receive often cause them to stress out, lose sleep, and miss out on activities that they enjoy. Also, homework does not guarantee that
2. Should students be required to take a speech or debate class? (Yes, because taking a speech or debate class allows student to build communication skills that will help them later in life, to build writing and researching skills, and to become comfortable with talking in front of a large crowd. Occasionally, it may also also students to express their thoughts on the topic.)
3. Do we really need endorsement plans? (No, because endorsement plans limit the type of classes that you can take and because many students feel as if they have less options in high school. Students should be allowed to take any class they want without having to worry if they're meeting the requirements of their endorsement plan. Many students have a Multidisciplinary endorsement plan, which is basically allowing students to take any class they want. The other endorsement plans should be eliminated because they only limit a student's options.)
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Peer Review SoM
http://jadonsphotojblog.blogspot.com/
8-10 Paragraphs (350 words) - 50 points
5 Quotes - 25 points
Inverted Pyramid - 25 points
Extra Credit - None
TOTAL - 100 points
8-10 Paragraphs (350 words) - 50 points
5 Quotes - 25 points
Inverted Pyramid - 25 points
Extra Credit - None
TOTAL - 100 points
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Earthquake Story
Californians felt the ground tremble and shake beneath their
feet early Monday morning when an earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay area
around 8:12 a.m. PDT.
Although the tremors from the earthquake could be felt
throughout the Bay area, Hayward suffered the greatest damage from the
earthquake.
The epicenter of the earthquake, located beneath Hayward
Hills, had a magnitude of 6.4 on the Richter scale as stated by Penny Gertz, a
scientist from the U.S. Geological Survey in Menlo Park.
Hayward, like many other California cities, sits directly on
a major fault line.
According to Gertz, the earthquake erupted from the Hayward
Fault, which ran underneath Hayward Hills. Gertz added that this particular
quake was “a strong one” and that people as far as Los Angeles and Redding felt
tremors from the quake.
The earthquake, however, left a heavier imprint on a few Californians than it did on others.
Jennifer Vu, a public information officer from the Hayward
Fire Department, reported that the earthquake rocked McHenry’s Auto Supply on
2342 Plum St. and partially collapsed the building.
Luckily, less than 10 people were affected by the collapse.
Two people were killed and six were injured, Vu said. Three
of the six people suffered severe injuries and were hospitalized at the Hayward
General Hospital, she detailed, but luckily there have been no other reports of
serious injuries in Hayward.
Law enforcement and public safety services immediately
kicked into action to search the scene for survivors and aid those who had been
injured by the quake.
Twenty-one fire personnel, twelve police officers and five
American Red Cross workers arrived at the rubble where McHenry’s Auto Supply
once stood, Vu stated, some arriving within mere minutes of the quake and the
building’s collapse.
No other buildings close to the site of the building’s
location collapsed, but residents nearby were very aware of the incident.
Mike Beamer, who lives in the apartment right across the
street from McHenry’s, described that he could feel the building’s collapse for
the 30 seconds that it lasted, with a big jolt right in the middle.
“I was eating my breakfast when the room started rolling. I
dove under the table just as I heard an explosion outside and a chunk of cement
flew through my kitchen window. That’s when the screaming start across the
street,” Beamer detailed.
Hayward residents are expecting to make a recovery from the
quake and be prepared for the next time a quake hits, and those killed will be remembered.
Names of the dead are being withheld pending notifications of families, said Vu.
Names of the dead are being withheld pending notifications of families, said Vu.
Huntington Story
Who - Janice Jones
When - "10 pm, Wednesday" (April 6)
Where - Barstow, California
What - Jones was shot in the leg and may be facing charges
How - Her dog knocked the gun on accident
Why - Under investigation, Jones has committed multiple charges - ownership of a gun without a permit, animal abuse, and expired plates to name some
What comes around goes around, especially for Janice Jones, a 53-year-old woman who resides in Barstow, California, and who may face charges for animal abuse, possessing a firearm without a permit, and having an expired license plate.
According to California Highway Patrol press liaison, Tammy Rye, on Wednesday night at around 10 p.m., Jones was lounging at the back of her motor home and snacking on a couple of pork chop when her dog, a Pomeranian named Tobo, knocked off Jones' 9 mm handgun off a seat, causing the weapon to discharge when it hit the ground and fire a round through Jones' leg and into the side of the vehicle. Luckily, there were no casualties in the incident.
"It could have been worse," Rye stated, "The bullet hit two inches from the gas tank."
Jones was immediately transported to the Huntington Beach Hospital by an ambulance, and then later transferred to the Irvin Medical Center.
Jones was treated for her injuries at the Huntington Beach Hospital, Jim Washington, the spokesperson for Huntington Beach Hospital, confirmed.
However, further investigation at her motor home revealed multiple charges to officers.
Jones did not own a permit for the very gun that she had been shot with, and the license plates on her vehicle were, in fact, expired, Rye explained.
Additionally, in Jones' absence, her dog, Tobo, was placed in the hands of the Huntington Beach Control Animal Control officers, who later noted that the dog was obviously malnourished and suffering from fresh cigarette burns on its forehead. Animal control officers are considering pressing charges against Jones for animal abuse indicated Janet Ngo, one of the animal control officers.
"It could have done with a little less abuse and a few more of those pork chops, " Ngo added.
When - "10 pm, Wednesday" (April 6)
Where - Barstow, California
What - Jones was shot in the leg and may be facing charges
How - Her dog knocked the gun on accident
Why - Under investigation, Jones has committed multiple charges - ownership of a gun without a permit, animal abuse, and expired plates to name some
What comes around goes around, especially for Janice Jones, a 53-year-old woman who resides in Barstow, California, and who may face charges for animal abuse, possessing a firearm without a permit, and having an expired license plate.
According to California Highway Patrol press liaison, Tammy Rye, on Wednesday night at around 10 p.m., Jones was lounging at the back of her motor home and snacking on a couple of pork chop when her dog, a Pomeranian named Tobo, knocked off Jones' 9 mm handgun off a seat, causing the weapon to discharge when it hit the ground and fire a round through Jones' leg and into the side of the vehicle. Luckily, there were no casualties in the incident.
"It could have been worse," Rye stated, "The bullet hit two inches from the gas tank."
Jones was immediately transported to the Huntington Beach Hospital by an ambulance, and then later transferred to the Irvin Medical Center.
Jones was treated for her injuries at the Huntington Beach Hospital, Jim Washington, the spokesperson for Huntington Beach Hospital, confirmed.
However, further investigation at her motor home revealed multiple charges to officers.
Jones did not own a permit for the very gun that she had been shot with, and the license plates on her vehicle were, in fact, expired, Rye explained.
Additionally, in Jones' absence, her dog, Tobo, was placed in the hands of the Huntington Beach Control Animal Control officers, who later noted that the dog was obviously malnourished and suffering from fresh cigarette burns on its forehead. Animal control officers are considering pressing charges against Jones for animal abuse indicated Janet Ngo, one of the animal control officers.
"It could have done with a little less abuse and a few more of those pork chops, " Ngo added.
Friday, April 8, 2016
News Values
News Values
Article 1: "NASA is Facing a Climate Change Countdown" - Prominence
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/05/science/nasa-is-facing-a-climate-change-countdown.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fscience&_r=1
This article fits the value because NASA is a national space exploration agency that works with other international countries. Because of the agency's importance and involvement in the world and in many grand scientific feats, anything having to do with NASA is newsworthy.
"KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — The concrete block perches absurdly atop a piling, elevated about 10 feet above the beach sand. Is it art? A bulky milepost?"
Article 2: "'American Idol' crowns final winner" - Timeliness
http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/07/entertainment/american-idol-finale-feat/index.html
American Idol named it's final winner and ended the long-running series on Thursday, yesterday, although the article was published today. While other articles that feature news may be covering events that happened some days ago, this article covered an event that happened the day before.
"(CNN)"American Idol" ended its run Thursday night with a win that left even the judges surprised."
Article 3: "UT officials confirm woman was found dead in Waller Creek" - Proximity
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/person-found-dead-in-waller-creek-on-ut-campus-pol/nqy8F/
Article 1: "NASA is Facing a Climate Change Countdown" - Prominence
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/05/science/nasa-is-facing-a-climate-change-countdown.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fscience&_r=1
This article fits the value because NASA is a national space exploration agency that works with other international countries. Because of the agency's importance and involvement in the world and in many grand scientific feats, anything having to do with NASA is newsworthy.
"KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. — The concrete block perches absurdly atop a piling, elevated about 10 feet above the beach sand. Is it art? A bulky milepost?"
Article 2: "'American Idol' crowns final winner" - Timeliness
http://www.cnn.com/2016/04/07/entertainment/american-idol-finale-feat/index.html
American Idol named it's final winner and ended the long-running series on Thursday, yesterday, although the article was published today. While other articles that feature news may be covering events that happened some days ago, this article covered an event that happened the day before.
"(CNN)"American Idol" ended its run Thursday night with a win that left even the judges surprised."
Article 3: "UT officials confirm woman was found dead in Waller Creek" - Proximity
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/person-found-dead-in-waller-creek-on-ut-campus-pol/nqy8F/
The article was published by Austin American Statesman, and the subject of the article - the discovery of the body of a young woman - happened only 1.3 miles away on Waller Creek (yes I looked that up). Because of the closeness of both locations, this article fits the value paired with it.
"5:20 p.m. update: University of Texas officials confirmed they found the body of a woman in Waller Creek on the university campus Tuesday morning, but did not release her identity pending notification to next of kin."
Article 4: "Redefining Disability" - Human Interest
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mallory-weggemann/redefining-disability_b_6175266.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mallory-weggemann/redefining-disability_b_6175266.html
The article centers around the story of Mallory Weggemann, a 2012 Paralympic Gold and Bronze medalist and a 15-time world record holder, and her struggle with gaining a physical disability when she was 18. She describes how her physical disability changed how she saw people around her and how she saw herself, and she describes how she turned her disability into something empowering and strong.
"Disability. It is an interesting word and one that many of us feel we cannot relate to. For nearly 19 years of my life, I was never classified as someone with a disability, until one day, in literally a split second everything I knew changed and I was now classified as an individual with a physical disability."
"Disability. It is an interesting word and one that many of us feel we cannot relate to. For nearly 19 years of my life, I was never classified as someone with a disability, until one day, in literally a split second everything I knew changed and I was now classified as an individual with a physical disability."
Article 5: "ISIS Reportedly Carries Out Mass Kidnapping of Factory Workers in Syria" - Conflict
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/04/07/473426381/isis-reportedly-carries-out-mass-kidnapping-of-factory-workers-in-syria
The conflict in this article is between ISIS members, who kidnapped more than 100 factory workers, and the Syrian government, who is working to rescue those workers from ISIS' clutches, days after a skirmish between ISIS militants and government forces. This is a physical conflict between the two forces rather than an emotional or philosophical conflict.
"ISIS has conducted a mass kidnapping of industrial workers near Syria's capital, Damascus, according to Syrian state media and an independent rights group."
http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/04/07/473426381/isis-reportedly-carries-out-mass-kidnapping-of-factory-workers-in-syria
The conflict in this article is between ISIS members, who kidnapped more than 100 factory workers, and the Syrian government, who is working to rescue those workers from ISIS' clutches, days after a skirmish between ISIS militants and government forces. This is a physical conflict between the two forces rather than an emotional or philosophical conflict.
"ISIS has conducted a mass kidnapping of industrial workers near Syria's capital, Damascus, according to Syrian state media and an independent rights group."
Article 6: "US election - Bernie Sanders invited to Vatican by Pope" - Impact
http://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2016-35999269
The article concerns Bernie Sanders and the Pope, two very influential people for thousands of people. The conference will no doubt attract the attention of man people, and may even gain Bernie Sanders more supporters, which will have an impact on the national election.
Mr Sanders, who is Jewish, accepted an invitation to Rome for a conference at the end of next week.
Article 7: "Rise of the crocodiles: Fence-climbing reptile shows they're ready to take over" - Novelty
http://metro.co.uk/2016/04/06/rise-of-the-crocodiles-fence-climbing-reptile-shows-theyre-ready-to-take-over-5798608/
I think the caption is what makes this article slightly insane. The subject of the article and the title are both strange and weird, and that would catch anyone's interest. Crocodiles climbing fences isn't something you see everyday.
"One particular croc managed to scale a 4ft fence, before gracefully (sort of) diving down into a lake."
The Caption: We salute our new crocodile overlords.
http://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2016-35999269
The article concerns Bernie Sanders and the Pope, two very influential people for thousands of people. The conference will no doubt attract the attention of man people, and may even gain Bernie Sanders more supporters, which will have an impact on the national election.
Mr Sanders, who is Jewish, accepted an invitation to Rome for a conference at the end of next week.
Article 7: "Rise of the crocodiles: Fence-climbing reptile shows they're ready to take over" - Novelty
http://metro.co.uk/2016/04/06/rise-of-the-crocodiles-fence-climbing-reptile-shows-theyre-ready-to-take-over-5798608/
I think the caption is what makes this article slightly insane. The subject of the article and the title are both strange and weird, and that would catch anyone's interest. Crocodiles climbing fences isn't something you see everyday.
"One particular croc managed to scale a 4ft fence, before gracefully (sort of) diving down into a lake."
The Caption: We salute our new crocodile overlords.
Wednesday, April 6, 2016
Student of the Month Story
Who - Rami Altai
What - He was chosen for Student of the Month
When - March 30, 2016
Where - Bowie High School
Why - He was chosen for Student of the Month because he had good grades and contributed to the school and his community
How - He worked hard for do his best in school
Original: [Freshman] Rami Altai was selected for Student of the Month for March 2016. The Student of the Month is carefully chosen by the Student Council who choose their candidates based on the candidate's grades and their contribution and activity in the school and in the community.Being chosen for Student of the Month is an honor and former Student of the Month's often include it in applications for scholarships and college admissions. Along with the nomination, those who are chosen to be Student of the Month are pulled for an in-depth interview.
Edit: On March 30th, freshman Rami Altai was selected as Student of the Month for March 2016 at Bowie High School. Candidates for Student of the Month are chosen by the Student Council,but the student body chooses the lucky winner. Winners for Student of the Month are often chosen for their outstanding grades and their contribution and involvement in the school and in the community.
Final Story
Although anyone has the potential to be Student of the Month, the task is not an easy feat. However, those who are chosen as Student of the Month have future access to higher honors and achievements that they can include in resumes for scholarships and colleges. On March 30th, freshman Rami Altai was selected to be Student of the Month for March 2016 at Bowie High School for having remarkable grades and his involvement at Bowie High School and in his local community.
The Student Council chooses candidates for Student of the Month. The Council reviews the candidate's academic grades, their activities at school, and their activities outside of school in order to determine the lucky winner.
"It's a long and hard process," said Student Council member Toni Alvarado, a senior and longtime member of the Student Council, "We have to look at what the candidate has done for the school and for the community, and sometimes it's difficult to choose between two students."
While most of the choosing procedure depends on the candidate's activities and involvement in and outside of school, grades also play an important part in the process. That being said, grades aren't everything when it comes to choosing.
"We want a student who has good grades or who is at least making an effort to get good grades because then they can stand as a role model for other students who need motivation to do better grade-wise," Alvarado explained, "But that doesn't meant that a student with high grades will be chosen. There needs to be a balance between grades and after-school activities."
The school's administration often checks in with the Student Council to make sure that the choosing procedure is being carried out correctly, but otherwise everything is left completely to the students.
"Once in a while, a teacher or administration member will pop in and ask us how far along we are, but they never try to add in any input. It's completely up to us, and we're grateful for the amount of independence that they let us have in the decision," Alvarado said.
Along with being given the title of Student of the Month, students who are chosen for the honor often receive recognition from their peers and their classmates.
"I remember when I was chosen," recalled Becca Glory, the former Student of the Month in February this year, "A lot of my friends and my teachers came up to me and congratulated me for being chosen. Whenever I introduced myself to new people, a few of them would recognize my name."
Apart from having high grades, Becca had been chosen as Student of the Month for her volunteer work and contribution at the Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital and her dedication to the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Organization at Bowie.
"I spent a lot of time at the veterinary offices where my aunt worked. I had always been interested in animals, and so I dedicated my time to helping out as much as I could at the veterinary hospital and participating in FFA meetings," sad Glory.
The Student of the Month for this month, Rami Altai, says that he was most likely chosen for his involvement at the school and his contribution to his community.
"I go to the Game Design Club occasionally after-school...I play on the Bowie tennis team...I do some volunteer work...I volunteer with Keep Austin Beautiful. I pick up trash from the streets," Altai explained.
The future holds many opportunities for those who are chosen as Student of the Month, and many continue to aim at goals they would like to accomplish by their senior year or after high school.
"I would like to be a programmer," Altai said, "I don't have any idea where I would become a programmer though. I want to get a college education, preferably at UT."
Anyone can become the Student of the Month as long as they're willing to input hard work and effort.
"Study, stop watching Youtube, and don't procrastinate," Altai advised to students who may be struggling in school.
What - He was chosen for Student of the Month
When - March 30, 2016
Where - Bowie High School
Why - He was chosen for Student of the Month because he had good grades and contributed to the school and his community
How - He worked hard for do his best in school
Original: [Freshman] Rami Altai was selected for Student of the Month for March 2016. The Student of the Month is carefully chosen by the Student Council who choose their candidates based on the candidate's grades and their contribution and activity in the school and in the community.
Edit: On March 30th, freshman Rami Altai was selected as Student of the Month for March 2016 at Bowie High School. Candidates for Student of the Month are chosen by the Student Council,
Final Story
Although anyone has the potential to be Student of the Month, the task is not an easy feat. However, those who are chosen as Student of the Month have future access to higher honors and achievements that they can include in resumes for scholarships and colleges. On March 30th, freshman Rami Altai was selected to be Student of the Month for March 2016 at Bowie High School for having remarkable grades and his involvement at Bowie High School and in his local community.
The Student Council chooses candidates for Student of the Month. The Council reviews the candidate's academic grades, their activities at school, and their activities outside of school in order to determine the lucky winner.
"It's a long and hard process," said Student Council member Toni Alvarado, a senior and longtime member of the Student Council, "We have to look at what the candidate has done for the school and for the community, and sometimes it's difficult to choose between two students."
While most of the choosing procedure depends on the candidate's activities and involvement in and outside of school, grades also play an important part in the process. That being said, grades aren't everything when it comes to choosing.
"We want a student who has good grades or who is at least making an effort to get good grades because then they can stand as a role model for other students who need motivation to do better grade-wise," Alvarado explained, "But that doesn't meant that a student with high grades will be chosen. There needs to be a balance between grades and after-school activities."
The school's administration often checks in with the Student Council to make sure that the choosing procedure is being carried out correctly, but otherwise everything is left completely to the students.
"Once in a while, a teacher or administration member will pop in and ask us how far along we are, but they never try to add in any input. It's completely up to us, and we're grateful for the amount of independence that they let us have in the decision," Alvarado said.
Along with being given the title of Student of the Month, students who are chosen for the honor often receive recognition from their peers and their classmates.
"I remember when I was chosen," recalled Becca Glory, the former Student of the Month in February this year, "A lot of my friends and my teachers came up to me and congratulated me for being chosen. Whenever I introduced myself to new people, a few of them would recognize my name."
Apart from having high grades, Becca had been chosen as Student of the Month for her volunteer work and contribution at the Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital and her dedication to the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Organization at Bowie.
"I spent a lot of time at the veterinary offices where my aunt worked. I had always been interested in animals, and so I dedicated my time to helping out as much as I could at the veterinary hospital and participating in FFA meetings," sad Glory.
The Student of the Month for this month, Rami Altai, says that he was most likely chosen for his involvement at the school and his contribution to his community.
"I go to the Game Design Club occasionally after-school...I play on the Bowie tennis team...I do some volunteer work...I volunteer with Keep Austin Beautiful. I pick up trash from the streets," Altai explained.
The future holds many opportunities for those who are chosen as Student of the Month, and many continue to aim at goals they would like to accomplish by their senior year or after high school.
"I would like to be a programmer," Altai said, "I don't have any idea where I would become a programmer though. I want to get a college education, preferably at UT."
Anyone can become the Student of the Month as long as they're willing to input hard work and effort.
"Study, stop watching Youtube, and don't procrastinate," Altai advised to students who may be struggling in school.
Monday, April 4, 2016
Nut Graf
A nut graf is a declarative statement at the beginning of a post or story that is briefly summarizing what the story will be about, why it matters, and why the reader should take interest. The nut graf guides the reader in the direction that the story is taking so that the reader can have a grasp of what's going on in the story before reading the rest of it.
Generally, nut grafs should be short and quick and only take up about 1 or 2 sentences, and in some cases, the lead can also double as a story's nut graf. Often times the nut graf is placed after the lead (in which "who, what, when, where, why, and how" are answered) and serves as the transition or connection between the lead and the body paragraph, but the placement of the nut graf can depend on the length of the story itself.
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