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The Paw PrintThe Paw PrintLonoke
High School
March 2011Volume 4, Issue 4
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RELAX RELAX
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What’s New?What’s New?
2010 - 2011 Staff:EDITOR IN CHIEF:Megan PalmerDESIGN EDITOR:Kailee Griffi s
DESIGN EDITOR: Raegan PackDESIGN EDITOR
ASSISTANT:Brianna Brown DESIGN EDITOR
ASSISTANT:Kaitlyn Tate
STORY EDITOR:Cheyenne Lee
BACK PAGE EDITOR:Persephone Harris
COPY EDITOR:Joelle TackettSPORTS EDITOR:
Jessalyn TackettPHOTO EDITOR:Shelbi RaysorPHOTO EDITOR:Sydney Wheat
ASSISTANT:Lydia EvansREPORTERS:
Rebecca BargerDaniel BrownKaleigh HuffBrent Powell
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17 17 Running a life marathon!
19 19 How Jackeli Bryant felt about the ACTAAP!
1212 See how Jessica Gardner felt about last softball season!
14 14 Take me out to the BALL GAME!
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04 04 Play around in Plato’s Colset!
06 06 Check out the TOP movies and TOP songs of this week!
SPEAK-OUTSPEAK-OUTSS08 08 See who had the best HUNTING moment!
09 09 Find out who is going to be in the TALENT SHOW!
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Post ItPost ItTop places to spend
Spring Break!
Panama City Beach offers many activities for people of all ages. These activities include zoo excursions,
amusement parks, water parks, museums, and swimming with dolphins. While winding down at the end of the day, plan to go out to the many beach clubs
or teen night clubs.
Stuck Stuck at Home? Here Here are FUN ACTIVITIES to keep you busy!
Cancun’s attractions and destinations make spring break to Cancun enjoyable and relaxing. Enjoy the waterfront restaurants, golf courses, and water sports around the islands and inlets.
South Padre Island, the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world, stretches for 110 miles along
the Texas Gulf Coast. The attractions include nature centers, sea turtle exhibits, and much more.
Cancun, MexicoCancun, Mexico South Padre Island,South Padre Island, Texas Texas
Give your bed-room a makeover! Start off small by picking apart your wardrobe for stuff to donate. Then, take a look around your room and start rearranging!
Give a helping hand to your community!
Get some sun, gain some muscle, and gain community service hours!
Read a good book! Reading school books can be stressful! Pick a book that you will enjoy. Kick back, relax, and fall into character!
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From Plato’s Closet to From Plato’s Closet to Amber’s Closet.Amber’s Closet.
Senior Amber SchaferSenior Amber Schafer
Take a Military ApproachMilitary inspired trends remain popular and are more subtle than previous seasons. Gone are the
fl ashier looks ala Coldplay; rather, military is now about functionality and utility in jackets, boots,
and purses.
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The Buckle, American Eagle, Hollister, and Abercrombie and Fitch are just a few name brand stores where teens shop. At these trendy stores, some cringe at the thought of the prices, but others pay no attention.
Consignment, or secondhand, shops are an option. One new consignment shop located in North Little Rock is Plato’s Closet. Plato’s Closet buys and sells the latest brand name, gently used clothes and accessories at greatly reduced prices.
Senior Amber Schafer decided to shop at Plato’s Closet after she heard they had cute clothes. The top name brands sold at Plato’s Closet range from True Religion and Miss Me, to PINK by Victoria’s Secret. Schafer was impressed when she fi rst shopped there. “I loved all the Ralph Lauren polos I found for $12, and my favorite part was it wasn’t too busy,” said Schafer.
Schafer has even taken clothes to sell. “I got about $60 for nine items,” said Schafer. “It’s a lot like TJMaxx. You don’t have to weed though the good and bad stuff. It’s a good place to keep your options open when you’re on a budget.”
Plato’s Closet’s mission is to make it easy for all teenagers to have the latest name brand clothes.
Bring in gently used brand 1. name clothing and accessories.
The buyer will review your 2. items.
The buyer will create an offer 3. based on the style, condition, brand, and the store’s current stock levels.
Once the offer is accepted, you 4. will be on your way with some cash in your pocket.
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“I would like to see the “I would like to see the movie movie Black SwanBlack Swan.”.”-S-Sophomore Mary ophomore Mary Robin ClayRobin Clay
Favorite songs: “Firework,”Favorite songs: “Firework,”“ The Time (Dirty Bit),” and “ The Time (Dirty Bit),” and “ Tonight I am Loving You.”“ Tonight I am Loving You.”
-Senior Briana Tate -Senior Briana Tate Favorite song: Favorite song:
“Raise Your Glass”“Raise Your Glass”
-Junior Sandra Best-Junior Sandra Best
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6.) Unknown7.) Just Go With It8.) The King’s Speech9.) I Am Number Four10.) Never Say Never
1.) Born This Way2.) Forget You3.) S&M4.) Freakin’ Perfect5.) On the Floor
6.) Grenade7.) Blow8.) E.T.9.) Tonight I’m Loving You10.) Firework
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Russell was sitting when he heard a limb at the top of a tree shake. Then a squirrel came falling down. It hit the ground and took off
running!
Memorable MomentsSophomore
Brandon Russell
-Treat every fi rearm as if it is loaded. - Be certain of the target, and what is beyond it.
- Keep the safety on until ready to shoot.- All fi rearm hunters on any land during daylight hunting hours must wear a hat, cap, vest, jacket, rainwear, or other
outer garment of hunter orange, visible from all sides. - Let someone know where you are hunting and when you
plan on returning.
Safety Tips While Hunting
How
“I was in the deer stand while four deer were
standing around. I was picking out mine of the group, and the momma
doe started stomping and snorting at me. I jumped and it
scared all of the deer off!”
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RACK?Junior
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Senior Tanner CrowSenior Tanner Crow went hunting for the fi rst time in Mountain went hunting for the fi rst time in Mountain View, Arkansas when he was just a little kid.View, Arkansas when he was just a little kid.
Sophomore Brent Sims Sophomore Brent Sims shot an eight point buck that weighed shot an eight point buck that weighed
160 pounds in Tucker, Arkansas.160 pounds in Tucker, Arkansas.
Sophomore Taylor ShawSophomore Taylor Shaw“I went hunting with my Pepaw, and a huge ten “I went hunting with my Pepaw, and a huge ten point came out of the woods. I shot, killed him, point came out of the woods. I shot, killed him,
and one side of his horns fell into the thicket. and one side of his horns fell into the thicket. Good news: I found it. Bad news: we had to Good news: I found it. Bad news: we had to fi gure out how to put it back on for my wall.”fi gure out how to put it back on for my wall.” By Sydney Wheat
Gabby Silerwill sing “I’m in will sing “I’m in
Love with Love with Another Man”Another Man”
by Jasmine by Jasmine Sullivean.Sullivean.
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Lacey Nyhuis, Hunter Spence, Lacey Nyhuis, Hunter Spence, & Leah Lavendar& Leah Lavendaralong with Jacob Brown, Lance Cunningham, along with Jacob Brown, Lance Cunningham, Raniesha Franklin, Megan Palmer, Patrick Pasley, Raniesha Franklin, Megan Palmer, Patrick Pasley, Eric Sturba, Stephanie White, Nick Gebhardt, Cody Eric Sturba, Stephanie White, Nick Gebhardt, Cody Horner, Toni Mathews, Devyn Pasley, and Tori Lackey Horner, Toni Mathews, Devyn Pasley, and Tori Lackey will dance and shake it to “Shake Loose” by Chosen.will dance and shake it to “Shake Loose” by Chosen.
“We are going to be amazing.”“We are going to be amazing.” -Sophomore Leah Lavender-Sophomore Leah Lavender
LaQuanda TatumLaQuanda Tatumwill belt out the tune “Weak” by SWV.
Marla Coleman Marla Coleman & Doyleisha & Doyleisha
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Today, March 18th, Student Council’s theme, ‘So You Think You Have Talent’ will challenge students to showcase their skills at the 3rd Annual Talent Show competition.
There will be a total of 16 performances including singing, dancing, and sign language. These acts were selected from the auditions that took place March 7-10. “Everyone who has tried out is participating,” said Marcel Vincent, Student Council sponsor.
The talent show is a way “to showcase talent and raise money for charitable organizations,” said Vincent. The $1.00 admission fee goes
to the Wade Knox Child Advocacy Center and next year’s Angel Tree
child.The top three
places will receive a plaque.
The judges will be Mike Brown, Manager of the Lonoke
Community Center, Shannon Clement, President of the Lonoke High School Alumni Association, Donnie Davis, President of the Booster Club, and Amanda Simpson, Assistant Manager of Lonoke Pizza Pro. The judges are looking for talent, crowd interaction, and preparedness of the contestants.
Last year’s fi rst place winner, junior Tyler Grady, can remember the nervousness he had before he played and how excited he was when found out he won. “Just have a great time performing and don’t worry about anything. You will do great,” said Grady.
It is time to see who really has talent at Lonoke High School.
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Carlton Harris & Gabriel Carlton Harris & Gabriel Martin Martin will rap original lyrics will rap original lyrics
while while Andrew TripplettAndrew Tripplett plays the plays the
background music.background music.
“This is what we do.” “This is what we do.” - Carlton Harris- Carlton Harris
Nick Harris & Destiny Mills Nick Harris & Destiny Mills
SOLO PERFORMANCES
Anna CriswellSadie PasleyGabby SilerShelbi SmithMark SullivanLaquanda Tatum
GROUP PERFORMANCES
John Almaraz and Tiffany BeckhamMatthew Brumley and Brooke PettyLogan DeWhitt, Jessalyn Tackett, and Joelle TackettMarla Coleman and Doyleisha HollowayTyler Grady and Guy HalbertNick Harris and Destiny MillsCarlton Harris, Gabriel Martin, Andrew Tripplet, and Keylon Walker
GROUP DRAMA
Jacob Brown, Lance Cunningham, Raneisha Franklin, Nick Gebhardt, Cody Horner, Tori Lackey, Leah Lavendar, Toni Mathews, Lacey Nyhuis, Megan Palmer, Devyn (Lani) Pasley, Patrick Pasley, Hunter Spence, Eric Sturba, and Stephanie White
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“I felt we did well, but we could have done “I felt we did well, but we could have done better. I feel that next football season we’ll better. I feel that next football season we’ll
Work HarderWork Harder and be muchand be much BetterBetter.” .” - Junior Brenden Ellington- Junior Brenden Ellington
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The Junior High Jackrabbit basketball team was victorious this season becoming Conference Champs with a record 8-0 as well as District Champs.
The team battled the Southside Batesville Southerners for the district title at Clinton High School February 16, 2011.
To make it to district, “everyone had to work together,” said freshman Tykel Gray.
In preparation for the game, Gray said he studied plays the team went over in practice.
Freshman Marty Maples said the team “put in a lot of effort” to make it to district.
Gray said he was
nervous at fi rst, but then “it all came back.”
The Junior Jackrabbits were victorious with a fi nal score of 40-33.
Freshman Jamel Rankin led the team with a total of 12 points. Freshmen Darrius Mc Call, Cedric Cooney, and Gray scored 8 points each, and Maples scored 4 points.
Gray said he has high hopes for the team next year if they all stick together.
“Anything is possible, and hopefully we win it all again next year,” said Gray.
JR High Wins It All
Football Skills CompetitionFootball Skills Competition
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By Jessalyn Tackett
Students from grade 4-12 were able to show off football skills on Saturday, March 5, at the Lonoke High School football fi eld in a competition coordinated by Deborah Dunn.
Competition skills were: kick, punt, pass, speed drill, and obstacle course. For each skill, points were accumulated. The person with the most points in a particular skill received a medal, and the fi rst runner-up received a ribbon. The person who accumulated the most points in the competition received a trophy as the grand champion.
Deborah Dunn said she originally wanted to hold the competition “as a fundraiser for the Diamond Princess Pageant.” When Dunn coordinated the competition, she modeled it after the competitions held by the National Football League. She “thought the kids would enjoy it,” she said. There was no entry fee for participants, but spectators were charged a small entry fee.
“We have some good players this year. We
should make it pretty far.”
– Senior Matt Eby
“We had a bunch of sophomores and juniors,
so it was a rebuilding year. Next year we
should be a lot better.” – Sophomore Reid McKenzie
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– Senior Jessica Gardner
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Eric Williams was the grand champion of the Eric Williams was the grand champion of the competition. Wade Stout won the place kicking competition. Wade Stout won the place kicking
competition with Eric Williams behind him. Eric competition with Eric Williams behind him. Eric Williams won the passing competition with Wade Williams won the passing competition with Wade Stout, and Brenden Ellington tied for 2Stout, and Brenden Ellington tied for 2ndnd. Wade . Wade Stout won the punt competition, while Brenden Stout won the punt competition, while Brenden
Ellington won fi rst runner up. Eric Williams won Ellington won fi rst runner up. Eric Williams won the speed drill and the obstacle course, with Brenden the speed drill and the obstacle course, with Brenden
Ellington winning 2Ellington winning 2ndnd place in both skills. place in both skills.
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More thanMore thanTreading Water.Treading Water.- Lonoke Swim Team- Lonoke Swim Team
Water fl ows over my skin as I use speed and grace to Water fl ows over my skin as I use speed and grace to slice through the water. I get to the end and fl ip, using slice through the water. I get to the end and fl ip, using all my muscles, straining to push off the wall so that I all my muscles, straining to push off the wall so that I may overtake my opponents. I dream of swimming. I may overtake my opponents. I dream of swimming. I live for competitions. I swim for winning.live for competitions. I swim for winning.- RACHEL DENSON- RACHEL DENSON
The swim team practiced The swim team practiced throughout the summer to get throughout the summer to get ready for competitions. The ready for competitions. The team is coached by Laura team is coached by Laura Denson and assisted by Mrs. Denson and assisted by Mrs. Sheryl Letteer. Sheryl Letteer.
Team members consist of Team members consist of sophomores Tripp Weaver, sophomores Tripp Weaver, John Michael Clay, and junior John Michael Clay, and junior Rachel Denson. Rachel Denson.
Swimming is “harder than Swimming is “harder than other sports because you use other sports because you use different muscles. You have different muscles. You have to be toned, not buff,” said to be toned, not buff,” said Denson. Denson.
Teams accumulate points Teams accumulate points in competition as a unit. “We in competition as a unit. “We have a really small team, so have a really small team, so it hurts us in points,” said it hurts us in points,” said
Letteer. “Although we don’t Letteer. “Although we don’t have enough members to have enough members to actually win, still the team actually win, still the team almost made it to state, and almost made it to state, and we’ve placed a lot,” said we’ve placed a lot,” said Denson. Denson.
Swimming competitively Swimming competitively focuses on technique. focuses on technique. Members practice and work Members practice and work towards “getting the strokes towards “getting the strokes perfect, and the endurance for perfect, and the endurance for longer races,” said Letteer. longer races,” said Letteer.
Many colleges have swim Many colleges have swim teams and offer scholarships. teams and offer scholarships.
“I would recommend “I would recommend people to join, and we would people to join, and we would need more people to do a need more people to do a relay,” said Denson.relay,” said Denson.
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The 2011 softball team is working to make sure this is the best season ever. “We are getting more depth [with] every position,” said head coach Larry Smith.
The team is led by Smith and assistant coaches Lou Ann Howell, Laura Park, and Roy Don Lewis. In workouts, “we warm up, hit infi eld and outfi eld, run bases, pitch and catch,” said pitcher Hannah Murray. Smith said this workout is effective because “it prepares us for all parts of the game.”
The team’s fi rst game was on March 4th against West Memphis at the Sylvan Hills tournament. Murray feels confi dent about this season. “I think good things will happen,” she said.
In order to prepare for a game, the coaches try to fi nd out as much about the opponent as possible. “We fi nd their weaknesses and
The 2010 golf team chipped onto the fairway last season. Senior Parker Cole, senior Will Joshlin, sophomore Sonny Chivers, and freshman Wyatt Howell made up the golf team last season.
“We weren’t the best team out there, but probably the closest group of players. We had so much fun,” said Howell. “The camaraderie between all of the players is probably my favorite part of golf,” said Cole.
Golf practices consisted of hitting golf balls off of the range, chipping and putting on the practice green, and playing a round of golf. To prepare for a golf match the team would “go to the practice range, and then eat some snacks,” said Howell. Joshlin fi nished second place and Cole fi nished third place in a tournament last season. The golf team also won the DeWitt Invitational Team match.
This season the team’s goal is to go to more tournaments. Howell’s personal goal is to “play every shot perfectly.”
Head coach Dean Campbell said, “there are no tryouts. If you have the equipment and are willing to put in the time, you can play.” Howell and Chivers will be returning to the team this season, and Campbell hopes to add more players. “I think these two, along with whoever we add, will be able to contend for some tournament honors,” said Campbell.
The 2011 baseball team started the season with a home game against the Cabot Panthers on February 22, 2011. The baseball team is doing a lot to ensure that this season will be perfect.
The team ended last season with a record of 13-16. The workouts include stretching, running, hitting, and fi elding. Head Coach, Darrick Lowery, feels this workout is effective because “conditioning and fl exibility are both key elements in baseball.”
Before a baseball game, Lowery tries to get as much information as possible on the team’s opponent. The team then watches the opponent during the pre-game warm-up “to see if what we scouted was true,” said Lowery.
Senior Matt Thompson feels that the baseball team is looking good, but “there is always room for improvement.” This year’s baseball team is younger than last year’s. “Sometimes we struggle to get the hang of what we are striving for,” said Lowery. However, the team is breaking down every element of the game a lot more this year, and
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Where did this marathon take Where did this marathon take place?place?
How did you fi nd out about this How did you fi nd out about this marathon?marathon?
Were you working out/running Were you working out/running before you decided to do the before you decided to do the marathon? marathon?
What does your training consist of?What does your training consist of?
How long have you been training for How long have you been training for this?this?
What makes you run?What makes you run?
Who encourages you?Who encourages you?
Do you do any other sports?Do you do any other sports?
What advice would you give to What advice would you give to students who are interested in students who are interested in running a marathon? running a marathon?
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The race was the hardest thing I have ever done. It really took everything to get through it. The pain was the worst thing. On the 19th mile, my leg went stiff but I knew I had to fi nish. But I know that if you want something, you have to give it your best even when it does hurt because once you get to where you want, the prize will be amazing. Same as life.
I ran my fi rst marathon at 8:00 in the morning on March 8, 2011.
The marathon was held at the River Market in Little Rock.
I just randomly looked it up and thought it would be a
good experience.
Yes. I was running two to three miles on the weekdays and 12 to 15 miles on the weekends.
I ran off road all my life, but I started going to the
community center to get the weight mostly in my legs.
I have been training for three months.
My dad and my brother ran.And I just love to run.
My whole family encourages me. But mainly my brother
Jose Almaraz.
I run track, cross-country, and play soccer.
Eat right! And eat a lot before the race! Eat starches like
potatoes, burgers, and pizza. Your body will use the fat to keep
you going. Also, drink a lot of water and just do your best.
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Do you have a story? Send story ideas to [email protected] or talk to Mrs. Jones.Interview by Raegan Pack
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) has been involved in many activities throughout this year. From creating school calendars to holding a Chili Supper, this club has been busy.
FBLA went to the annual District Conference on January 26th. Forty schools competed at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) including 60
LHS members. This was a conference in which students “elected District Offi cers, competed, and qualifi ed for state,” said FBLA club sponsor, Mrs. Angela McCallie.
Lonoke alone had over 20 winners. Juniors John Pennington and Emily Danielson were elected into District Offi ce. “It
was a moment I will never forget,” said Danielson. “It is a great leadership opportunity!”
FBLA will be attending the State Conference in the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center and Robinson Auditorium April 4-5. “Thirty-two LHS members [will attend] along with kids from all over Arkansas,” said McCallie. These students were selected to go by placing at the district conference.
Senior Jordan Anderson is excited about going to state. “It’s my fi rst time to go, but hopefully I’ll learn how to be a better leader and also have fun,” said Anderson.
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The LHS drama class participated in the Southside Forensics Olympiad on February 25-26 at Fort Smith Southside High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas. 17 other schools entered this competition in hopes of making it to the fi nals. Seniors Kasey Carraway, Megan Palmer, Shelbi Raysor, and LaQuanda Tatum all competed and made it to the semi-fi nals.
This was a bracketed competition, similar to a sports tournament, in which high school students competed in acting, speaking, and interpretive events. Eight seniors from Lonoke chose to prepare one or more pieces and stay
a night at The Residence Inn in Fort Smith for the competition. “The invitation was open to all drama students,” said Drama teacher Mrs. Shelle House.
Seniors Lance Cunningham, Raneisha Franklin, Allison James, and Gabby Siler competed in Interpretive and Acting competitions. Carraway was one of the eight students who participated in two or more events. He competed in Improvisation and Solo Acting, and made it to the semi-fi nals with his solo. “I went nuts,” said Carraway. “I was so excited!”
It has been at least six years since the drama classes at Lonoke have participated in a Forensics Competition. “I’m extremely proud of these young ladies and gentlemen,” said House. The seniors competed against some students who have been in drama for four years. “I learned that a lot of people take it
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Taking LHS Drama Taking LHS Drama to theNextto theNextLevelLevel
While some created drama, While some created drama, these seniors lived it.these seniors lived it.
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In 50 years we will need to produce 100 percent more food than we do today in order to feed a much larger world population. The future farmers, scientists, business leaders,and teachers who will someday lead the world wide effort to provide safe and affordable
food to all are celebrated by National FFA Week.
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FFA (Future Farmers of America) makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing the potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education.
“With their optimism, enthusiasm, leadership skills, and knowledge, FFA members’ potential for success is infi nite,” said agriculture teacher, Amanda Snider.
Some of the events that were held in FFA week were the 3rd Annual Chili Cook Off, a Dairy Foods Contest Demonstration, Barn Yard Trivia Day, the FFA member luncheon. Sixteen students participated at ASU Beebe’s Agriculture Day Invitational CDE contest.
Other events were, March 1st Eastern District FFA Foundation Kick Off at Brinkley High School,
“Schools discussed what they are doing in their communities,” said senior Laquanda Tatum, who participated in the planning of the ceremony. This year’s conference held a talent show, the FCCLA initiation ceremony, and student introduction.
Offi cers and representatives of different organizations were also introduced. Tatum’s favorite part about the conference was the talent show.
Tatum said that she had fun at the conference, and went mainly because she loves being in FCCLA. Nothing specifi c is planned for the next conference, but the FCCLA does regularly participate in activities such as fundraisers.
The conferences are held annually for the FCCLA. This year’s conference was “short and sweet,” said Tatum.
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The FCCLA District conference took place in Pine Bluff, Arkansas in February to introduce and meet with over 100 schools. The FCCLA District conference was a student led organization, with students from multiple schools participating in different areas. The theme of the meeting was “Hot, hot, hot!” Two to three hundred students attended from
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By Lydia Evans FFA members participate in FFA week activities.
WEEKWEEK
FFA hosted the Annual Chili Cook Off at the Rusty
Shack Cafe.
and March 10th Eastern District CDE Contest at ASU Jonesboro.
Upcoming events in FFA are: April 8th Arkansas FFA Association State CDE Contest U of A Fayetteville, April 28th Lonoke FFA Banquet, May 6th through 8th ASF Spring Livestock Show, and June 7th through June 10th Arkansas FFA State Convention.
Students earned money from the Fall Fruit and Meat Sale, and proceeds will go to pay a portion of National Convention Fees, State Convention Fees, Livestock Team Supplies, and Community Projects.
“FFA week was a great experience as well as
a time for us to fi nd our infi nite potential through the activities we participated in.”
- Secretary, Erin Ellis.
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Pi day was held on March 14th, 3.14. $94
dollars was earned and will be donated to the Wade Knox Child
Advocacy Center, and all canned goods will be given to the local Food Pantry.
Tickets were $2 for one ticket, or $5 for 3 tickets. Participating teachers who got pied
were: Mr. Vincent, Mrs. Letteer, Mrs. Melnick, Mrs. Jones, Mr. Wright, Mrs. Prado, Mr. Boyd, Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Hobson. Activities were held in the cafeteria during lunches. “I threw a pie at Vinny-Vinny...because I got an F in his class. It was great,” said senior Colby
Mahoney. With the help from Math Club and Mrs. Prado, Pi Day
was a creamy and tasteful success.
Math Club pulled out the calculators and began the year off with a busy calendar.
They sponsored the Red Cross Blood Drive where over 30 pints of blood
were donated in October. They continued with over 60 pints of
blood donated in February. Math Club also hosted
a Teacher Luncheon on February 23rd to give thanks to the teachers.
On March 5th, the Math Club went to the Regional Math Competition where students in the areas of
Algebra I and II, PreCal/Trig, Calculus, Geometry,
and Statistics competed with schools around the state.
Winners from this regional competition will compete at the
state contest.
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Science Day was held on March 16th. Members went
to the Elementary School to demonstrate a series of experiments to fi fth grade students. The purpose was to show science experiments in a fun and entertaining way so that fi fth graders would learn to engage and fi nd enjoyment in the sciences.
Several of the experiments that were on display were
dissections, volcanoes, catapults, and fl ame tests.
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The 45th Annual Arkansas Junior Science and Humanities Symposia (AJSHS) was held on March 11th and 12th at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville. AJSHS is a national program dedicated to promoting original research and experimentation in the sciences, engineering, and mathematics at a high school level. It recognizes students for outstanding achievements. Students grades 9-12 were able to compete in Research Paper Presentations or Poster Contests in an attempt to win scholarships
Arkansas JSHS Science Day
“We got to sit “We got to sit down and control down and control the microscope.”the microscope.”
-Freshman -Freshman Dylan WalkerDylan Walker
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Teachers and juniors now wait for the results of the biggest test of the year. The Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment and Accountability Program (ACTAAP), was March 8th and 9th.
Before the test, “I felt nervous. Change that. I felt confi dent about the test,” said Jackeli Bryant. “My teachers prepared me well.”
Results of this year’s A C T A A P will be r e l e a s e d in June. S t u d e n t s s c o r i n g p r o f i c i e n t will receive rewards next year. Rewards include a senior skip day for the entire class, individual skip day, cash prizes, and senior out to lunch. “I’m very excited because I want to win that money,” said Bryant.
“Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) is a measurement defi ned by the United States federal No Child Left Behind Act,” said Counselor Carrie Holt. Based on standardized tests, the U.S. Department of Education determines how public schools and school districts are performing
academically.The ACTAAP is
the standardized test Arkansas uses. The state requires every student who is classifi ed as a junior to take the Literacy ACTAAP exam.
The school’s scores must improve yearly. “Students who do not score at the profi cient level must have an Academic
Improvement Plan and complete
r e m e d i a t i o n in order to r e c e i v e credit for the course in which the test was low.”
If a student fails the math
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example, the student will be in remediation during advisory. The student will not receive credit in math until the remediation is complete.
All juniors have been practicing skills every Tuesday and Thursday during advisory. “It helps me with my writing and my confi dence in making profi cient or advanced,” said junior Russell Kuvet.
Freshmen and sophomores are already preparing for future tests.
Literacy teachers
IncentivesIndividual skip day, class skip day,
money, and off campus lunch are all incentives to motivate the Junior class to score profi cient on the ACTAAP testing on March 8th and 9th.
“I really like the senior out to lunch and the individual skip day. It motivated me to do better on the literacy test,” said junior Olivia Evans.
The leadership team, made up of high school staff members, discussed their options with students, gave ideas, and decided which incentives would be most effective. Since the scores will not be known until June 2011, incentives will be awarded to this year’s juniors next year when they are seniors.
If the entire class meets Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), the entire class will be awarded a Senior Skip Day.
Individual students who scored profi cient or advanced will be allowed to skip one day of their own choosing, without it counting against them in any way.
A drawing will be hosted with 12 cash prizes of $100 being awarded to juniors. Students who scored profi cient will be entered once and students who scored advanced will be entered twice.
Profi cient seniors will be allowed one day a month for off campus lunches. This year’s seniors who were unable to go would have enjoyed the privilege.
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taking the time to learn every situation.
Tryouts for this season were held January 4-5, and six seniors, four juniors, nine sophomores, and three freshmen were selected to be on the team. Lowery said, “We have a great group of kids who get along very well and play well together.” Lowery feels that team unity is very important in sports.
“The baseball team would love to have as many fans at their games as possible. There’s nothing better than having a loud, rowdy Lonoke crowd,” said Lowery.
Lowery and Thompson are both very optimistic about this season. “I feel confi dent that we will be very competitive this year,” said Lowery. Thompson said, “I feel really good about this season and what it holds in store. Go Rabbits!”
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take advantage of them,” said Smith.
Both Murray and Smith are very excited and confi dent about this season. “Last year was good, but I think this year will be even better,” said Murray.
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very seriously,” said Carraway. Lonoke took 11 entries to competition, and three came back with the honor of making it to semi-fi nals. “I hope that we can go to another competition and I would be ecstatic if we got to go to another one,” said Carraway. Although there is a possibility of attending another competition, House is not yet prepared to reveal any of that information.
If acting and interpretation sound at all interesting, take part in this class. But no matter what, watch out for the drama!
Jennifer Powers and Tonya Beeler teach students to circle, underline, and bracket (CUB), read the questions carefully, and try to make the best effort. “You can’t study or prepare for it overnight. You just have to listen to your teachers in class,” said English teacher Sheryl Murtha.
“It was long. I started to lose track but I got back on because I had to get my perfect score,” said Bryant.
Senior skip days are “boring when no one else is around,” said senior Travis Reaves. “I felt left out,” said senior Deidra Webb.
Students who do not score profi cient will be placed in remediation classes next year.
Scores will be announced at the beginning of next year. “To be honest the test was diffi cult, but I tried hard and I did that thing. I feel like the incentives are something to strive for,” said junior Gabriel Martin.
How students place at state will determine who will go to the National FBLA Conference this year. It will be in Orlando, Florida June 28-July 1.
The cost should range from $1,000-$1,500 per student. A garage sale will help fund the students who will be going to nationals. Although it may sound like fun, the main purpose for going is to compete and to learn new things at workshops.
Conferences are not the only thing that FBLA offers. Part of the FBLA creed states “I believe every person should actively work towards improving
social, political, community and family life.” Multiple projects have been completed to improve the community. “March of Dimes, Literacy Council, Open Arms Drive, Angel Tree, Chamber of Commerce, Merry Thanks, American Enterprise, and a Chili Supper have all been very benefi cial,” said Danielson.
Sign-ups for the 2011-2012 FBLA will be the fi rst week in September and dues will be $10.
“FBLA makes me a better leader in all aspects of my life,” said Anderson.
Help make the world a better place…for everyone.
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AJSHS cont. from pg 20and cash prizes, as well as a trip to the National JSHS in April. Freshman Dylan Walker said he enjoyed the trip. “The microscope we looked
at had a honeybee and we got to look at its tiny hairs,” said Walker. “The trip was a lot of fun and I hope to go again.”
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ShoesWhen it comes to shoes, it is just like the height; it
varies. Prom is more than a “walk in the park.” Shoes should be comfortable to stand in for hours. Prom is
four hours of dancing, and do not forget about posing for the camera. Choose a shoe with an ankle strap for support. Do not forget the choices of heels. Go with a skinny stilleto if you have time to practice. No time to
strut? Go with a chunky heel.
Where to buy:Dillards, David’s Bridal, First Impressions, and Bakers.
DressesHave you found the dress yet? The dress
sets the style. Jewelery, shoes, and tuxes all follow its trend. Popular trends this season
are bright colors and pearls. Sherri Hill’s 2011 Prom Collection uses feminine pastels, pearls,
and rhinestones to create the “Girly Girl” look. Tony Bowls’ 2011 collection is inspired
by bright neon colors. Any style you choose is sure to be a STAR of the show.
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HairThe Ozone layer will be hit hard over Lonoke,
Arkansas on April 2nd, 2011. Hair can be one of the most important parts of the prom look. Hair can
also be the way to express oneself. There are multiple destinations to set up an appointment: The Little
Hair Hut, Kreations, Extreme Hair, Sassy’s Styles, and Debbie’s Place are just some of the options.
TipsCall weeks before prom to set your hair appointment!
Location: Clinton Library in Little Rock Date: April 2, 2011
Time: 8p.m - 11p.m.
Limo ServicesTransportation is key in arriving at prom. Guests can
ride in groups, as couples, or even solo. For groups, assign one or two people to be in charge, to collect money, and
to rent the limo or bus. There is no alcohol allowed on the rented transportation. Bring the music most
preferred by the people in the group.
TipsThe limo may not be MP3 accessible. CDs are the
best back-up plan!
LHS would like to give a special thanks to: Ms. Sajder
Mrs. Mertsch The 2011 Prom Committee
The Class of 2012
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Can you spot 10 differences?
A cowboy rides into town on Friday. He stays in town for three days, then leaves on Friday. How did he do it? He has a horse named Friday.
The survivors lived, so they didn’t get buried.
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So, how was your St. Patrick‛s Day?
It was awesome! I got to meet an actual leprechaun!
A leprechaun? You do know they‛re not real...
Sure they are! His name is Mr. Freckles and he‛s suprisingly tall and muscular! In fact he‛s
right over there!
Hi. I‛m Mr. Freckles, your friendly, neighborhood leprechaun. Want
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Oh...my...gosh...he‛s like the Jolly Green Giant...
