November 1, 2013

RISING STARS: CHASE THE NEWSVolume 1 / Issue 1

CURRENT EVENTSBy: Mustafa Hassan and Sahra Shire

Hello Dugsi Academy parents, teachers, and students. On October 10, there was a congressional meeting about if the government shutdown should stop.

A Government shutdown is a temporary government stop in services when lawmakers cannot pass the necessary funding measures in time. The congress started the shutdown because the Republicans wanted to defund “ObamaCare”. This was the first government shutdown in 17 years. Many places like local parks, and NASA Television, etc. were closed due to the shutdown. The government shutdown is very important because all federal employees have had their pay suspended.

The mayor of D.C .,Vincent Gray sent a letter to the federal government. His letter stated “I have determined that everything the district government does protecting the health, safety, and welfare of our presidents and visitors is essential.’’

“The government shutdown is very important...” – Mustafa Hassan

FEATURE NEWSBy: Idil Hadi & Jaweriya Yusuf

Hello! Welcome to the Dugsi Features. In this column, we have selected the winner for Student of the Month. Students of the Month are students that stand out the most in their classes. We have chosen these students because they deserved it.

From Ms. Autumn’s class Aisha Kamal was picked because she stands out most in her class. She was doing her work even when people around her were making bad decisions. She likes to read and draw. Her favorite subjects are computer and writing.

The next Student of the Month is Ahlam Mohamed from Ms. Laura’s class. Ahlam Mohamed was picked for Student of the Month because she was following directions. She participates in her class and always raises her hand every time she wants to talk.

The final Student of the Month is Mohamud Hanshi from Mr. Vyvyan’s class. Mohamud Hanshi was picked for Student of the Month because he was participating in his class. He didn’t talk out of turn. He focused on his work. He is quiet and respectful.

CAUGHT YA! CORNER

We would like to congratulate these following students; Rayan Abdullahi, Zuhur Ahmed, Khalid Abdullahi, Qali Mohamed, and Abdirizak Jama. These people were following the teacher's directions and remembering the rules. You guys should be proud of yourself for winning Caught Ya’ Corner. Try your best next time to win Caught Ya’ Corner again.

By: Aliah Ali & Amina Ali

November 1, 2013The Teacher of the Month is Ms. Amanda.

We picked Ms. Amanda because she always has a smile on her face and she has a great personality. She also has wonderful teaching skills and she is super cool! Congrats to the winners! Will you get caught next month?

COMICS AND JOKES

Chase: Dugsi Academy Mascot

Teacher Advisor:

Deborah Fonkert

Hamdi Ahmed

Editor:

Hussein Farah (8th grade)

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November 1, 2013ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Movie Spotlight

By: Ifrah Khalif & Iman Cabdi & Nasra Abdi

Captain Philips

Release Date: October 11, 2013

Rated: PG13

Running Time: 1 hr 34 min

Captain Philips is a 2013 American action thriller directed by Paul Greengrass. This movie stars Barkad Abdi. Barkad Abdi moved from Somalia to Yemen at age 7 with his family because there was a war in Somalia. Then, he moved to Minneapolis/ St. Paul, where he learned English. Now Barkad Abdi is 27 is living in Hollywood and staring in the film.

The main part of the story is the Somali pirates are trying to take over an American cargo ship and takes its crew hostage. I watched this movie and I am honest that this movie is one of the best because most of the actors are Somali and I am Somali. I just found out that this is a really true story that happened in 2009.

CREATIVE WRITINGSofia Abdirahman & Fowzia Abdi

Do you love writing? Have you ever wanted to publish one of your stories, poems, or any other creative writing? Well here’s your opportunity. This year we will have students in K-8 get the chance to publish their work in the Rising Stars Newspaper. Make sure to turn it into your homeroom teacher, and we’ll pick four creative writing pieces; two pieces from K-4, and another from 5-8 to publish in our upcoming article. We will be determining the winners by their creativity and writing skills. Ms. Sara will announce the winners. So, stay tuned, and WRITE ON!

Rules:

1. NO negative language.2. NO violence.3. DO NOT use classmates, teachers, or staff

names without given permission.4. Must be school appropriate.5. The majority of your writing should be a

full page.

6. Be creative.7. HAVE FUN