KU Magazine

Spring/Summer 2017

KLAMATH UNION HIGH SCHOOL

“Why KU?” New Pel Court

Jane Peterson Senior Student Body President Drum Major

STUDENT MAGAZINE

“Why KU?” Be a part of TRADITION something big.

Really Big.

Kaitlyn - “The best part about being a student at KU is the inclusiveness. Everybody is always super nice and friendly” On campus, you can feel the history of the generations that went before us. In 2017, it means something to be a Pelican, just as it it did back in 1928 when the doors first opened at KU.

LEARNING

Kaitlyn Howard Senior

Daniel Slinker Senior Want to learn more?

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Better facilities. Better learning environment.

Building structural facilities has a profound influence on learning and was a major component of the bond initiative to build new KU facilities. Now, the newly remodeled Pel Court is open and it is a real beauty. But it is just the beginning. Be a part of the new Academic and Arts building as they come on line in 2017 and 2018. Experience all the conveniences of a 21st century leanring environment with the rich historic value that is KU. 2 of 24

OPPORTUNITY

The Name of the Game

Gabe - “KU is great because of the atmosphere for students.

We’re always looking out for each other. You can really see it during school events. We just have the best students.”

Gabe Hernandez Senior

Gabe Hernandez Senior

Whether it is taking honors classes, signing up for the Oregon Tech Liberal Arts Academy, or enrolling in a career pathway through Klamath Community College, there has never been more opportunity for students to get a job or further their education all while attending Klamath Union.

There has never been a better time to be a part of KU. We are a team. A team that has its roots in Roosevelt, Mills, Conger and Pelican. It is where students learn the college going culture lessons of AVID. It’s a roadway to success. A roadway to the traditions of Klamath Union where learning opportunities have never been greater. All roads lead to KU. 3 of 24

What’s

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MEDIA DESIGN

CLUBS/AVID

CULINARY/ART

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KCC/KU CAREER PATHWAYS

DECA

SPORTS

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FACILITIES

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Liberal Arts Academy Ashley - “The thing I have gotten most came from my professors in writing. I am a lot more confident now.�

Argumentative Writing

Designed to develop skills in ethical argument, research, and critical thinking.

Psychology

Introduction to the principles and applications of psychology.

Topics include scientific methodology, learning, memory, cognition, and intelligence.

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Ashley Jacobs Senior

Macro-Economics

The introduction course covers topics which includes gross domestic product, unemployment, monetary policy, fiscal policy, macro equilibrium, inflation, and supply and demand.

English Composition

Focusing on academic reading, writing and research skills, this course introduces critical reasoning and analysis.

Students learn connections between thesis, structure, tone and purpose. It includes writing process, rhetorical strategies and applications.

Public Speaking

Public speaking emphasizes content, organization, speaker adjustments to various situations, dynamics of the speaker/listener, and appropriate language usage.

Introduction to Anthropology

This course explores culture, language, group formation, kinship, economic systems, political organizations, religion, and cultural change.

College Survival & Success College Research

Information literacy is the set of skills needed to find, retrieve, analyze, and use information.

This course helps a student become a more effective learner, as well as make personal and social adjustments for college success. This course will cover college terms and information, class choice, degree requirements, etc.

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Kaitlyn - “I love band because of the opportunities and friends I’ve made.”

Klamath Union High School music students have a long history of excellence, having won numerous awards and state championships.

Known for their musicianship and high standards of performance, there are many musical groups from which to choose. Those include Symphonic Band, Varsity Band Jazz Ensemble, JV Band Ensemble, Marching Band, Audrey Lindgren Junior Concert Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Small String Ensemble, A Capella Choir, Chamber Choir and Bel Canto Choir.

Tatjana Luce Junior

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BAND (Marching, Symphonic) This course fosters collaboration through the art of music making. The first term is focused on Marching Band fundamentals. Students will experience first-hand, the significance of collaboration to create, evaluate and perform during football games. The second, third and fourth term is focused on cultural and historical connections to music and how to relay that information to our audience. Students will also focus on building community as well as how and why we play music.

Students will be asked to use critical thinking skills to broaden their understanding of the musical arts as well as the cultural and historical significance of music making. Students will also be asked to deepen their understanding of how music works through the development of music theory skills.

JAZZ ENSEMBLE (Varsity, JV) Designed to provide the student with an opportunity to perform in the jazz idiom while developing skills in improvisation, musical, interpretation, style, and compositional techniques.

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CHOIR Choir Extravaganza Concert

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ACAPELLA (AC) CHOIR

A-cappella Choir is a full-year course, open by audition. This course will reinforce basic singing technique and introduce more advanced techniques including blend and balance, nuance, dynamics and various stylistic differences.

CHAMBER CHOIR

This small select ensemble is designed to teach students the proper vocal, rehearsal and stylistic characteristics of various musical eras.

BEL CANTO (BC) CHOIR

This intermediate choir is designed to teach students the basics of good choral singing, musicianship, and what it takes to make an excellent choir.

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ORCHESTRA

CONCERT ORCHESTRA

Sally - “There is a great sense of teamwork and mutual camaraderie … it creates an environment unlike any other.”

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Students in Concert Orchestra will prepare and present string orchestra repertoire of intermediate difficulty and will present at least one public performance each quarter.

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

Jessica Reed Junior Sally Clark Junior

Timothy Chen Tess Tofell Students will refine understanding Junior Senior and skill in orchestral rehearsal, music theory, and music history.

Various guest artist and conductor/clinicians are frequent contributors to the educational offering in the orchestra class. The orchestra also participates in the annual Southern Oregon Music Educators Association Orchestra Festival and other adjudicated events that provide professional criticism of the orchestra’s performance.

Lights, Camera, “After I receive my 1-year certificate, I plan to continue my education in film.�

Game Design & Lab Unity is a cross-platform game engine developed by Unity Technologies and used to develop video games. The objective of the class is for students to become industry certified in Unity Game Design.

Kari Woodward Senior Media Design Student

Digital Photography & Lab Students will learn the basics of digital photography, composition, and manipulation of images while using Affinity Photo. Digital photography will focus on learning the basics of a camera functions.

All classes on site at KU

Tyler Eastburn Sophomore Self Portrait

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Action !

Media Design KU/KCC Career Pathway

“I am on my way to my one-year KCC certificate in Media Design, all done without leaving campus.�

1-Year Certificate Our Digital Media and Design Program prepares students for some of the most in-demand jobs and market opportunities that exist for college graduates.

Christian Rodriguez Senior Media Design Student

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Video 1 & Lab

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Students learn to Plan, design, and create digital video projects incorporating graphic and audio elements.

Video 2 & Lab While applying storytelling and narrative techniques, students create and produce one-on-one interviews, on-the-street interviews, product demos, how-toFinal Cut Pro X editing software videos, YouTube videos, web cam videos, and creative storytelling videos.

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KCC areer KU Pathways Your path to success

Justin - “Programmers are the wizards of the modern world. Our code is what drives industry and fuels imagination.”

Joshua - “I like video games so why not make it a career.”

Joshua Gaede Junior Computer Science

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Justin Boehner Senior Computer Science

Career Pathways

Klamath Union High School launched its newest program 2016-2017, in partnership with Klamath Community College. The KU/KCC Career Pathways program provides opportunities for juniors and seniors to explore and begin a one-year certificate or the general education requirements for four different pathways: Computer Technician, Automotive/Diesel Technician, Welding, and Emergency Operations. The Klamath Falls City School District pays for all tuition and books in this program.

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Garrett - “I have always had a thing for cars. I am interested in a career as an auto mechanic.”

Taylor - “I am taking this course to determine if I want to make this my career.”

Trevor - “I was always interested in the automotive industry. I would like to take it one step further and get my certification.”

Garrett Parkinson Senior Taylor Mynear Senior

Trevor Summers Senior

Auto Diesel Technology

Students in this pathway will receive preparation in a variety of areas of automotive service excellence using state of the art equipment with master technician instructors. They will also complete some of the general education requirements for earning a certificate in Auto Diesel Technology. This course is one of the most popular in the KU/KCC Career Pathways program and is a great choice for students looking to add more hands-on learning to their high school education and who may want to seek employment in this field.

Welding Students in this pathway will be introduced to welding through courses that can lead to Klamath Community College’s Welding one-year certificate of completion or they can explore the field as an area of interest. Emphasis areas include shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxyacetylene welding and cutting (OAW), and basic fabrication.

Students will also take general education. classes required to complete a one-year certificate.

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Daniel - “I am taking advantage of the KCC credit courses in Computer Technology all while going to KU.”

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Computer Technician

The Computer Support Technician Career Pathway Certificate (16 credits) provides students the basic knowledge and skills needed to work with an information system. Students who complete this program will have a strong foundation in computer hardware, software, and networks. The curriculum allows students to acquire hands-on experience working with information system components in a lab setting as well as study information system concepts in a classroom setting.

Dalton - “This summer, we will be going to Bly to fight fires.”

Dalton Powell Senior Firefighter

Tyler Jordan Senior Firefighter

Tyler - “Fighting fires is the most dangerous thing on earth. Fire Science is teaching us how to stay alive.”

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Students interested in this pathway will learn about a variety of emergency response operations including first aid basics and beyond, the fundamentals of emergency response communications, the incident command system and crisis intervention. The courses in this pathway will prepare students to pursue an Emergency Medical Technician certificate or prepare to go into Fire Science or another field of public safety.

Getting down to business KU

Hunter - ÒTo Þnish Þrst and make it up on stage at state, was the best feeling.”

Bailey - “It was such a great feeling to watch our team do so well at state.”

Bailey Ellis

2017 Oregon State DECA Champions and Award Winners.

Mr. Ellis DECA Advisor

Hunter Ellis Senior

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DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools around the globe. Klamath Union DECA has a long history of state and national championship trophies in a variety of management categories. This year along, KU DECA was awarded the Oregon State Chapter of the Year as well as the Most Enthusiastic Chapter.

Jacob Mcgonigle

David Forester

Amanda Johnson

Work Hard.

KU SPORTS

Michelangelo - “The more fun you have while playing, the better your team will do and the better your memories will be.�

Mickey Luce Senior Chris Case Football, Basketball, Track

Semior

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Bevan York

Chris Case

Darby Bacchetti

Play Hard.

High Fives.

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High Ăžves. School Spirit. Team Pride. For almost 90 years, Klamath Union High School has been a place where champions are made. With our youth and high school athlete training programs, young athletes get the tools they need to improve strength, endurance, speed, power, and Ă&#x;exibility. Come see our new athletic facilities; Modoc Field (state-of-the-art turf), The new Aux Gym, and of course, Pel Court.

Be a part of our team. Pelican Power.

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Clubs DECA Languages Marketing Math Club Guitar Culinary Child Development Robotics

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Business Honors Society Flight Club Weight Lifting Theater Bowling Health Occupations Swim Team Anupama - “I was always looking up at planes in the sky and wondered how they could fly, so I jointed flight club.”

Anupama Hazarika Freshman Flight Club

Hailey - “Neither of my parents went to college, and I know that AVID will help me to get into college and give me the resources to get through college.”

Hailey Anderson Sophomore

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Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a global nonprofit organization that operates with these guiding principles: Hold students accountable to the highest standards, provide academic and social support, and watch them rise to the challenge. AVID’s kindergarten through higher education system brings research-based learning strategies to students each day that develop critical thinking, team work, and writing & reading across all content areas.

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Juan - “Something

smells good.”

New

Culinary Lab Coming Soon

Juan Ortega Junior

Culinary Arts Be a part of the new Culinary Arts Facilities coming to KU soon, where students in the program learn about nutrition, cooking techniques, seasonings and flavorings, safety and sanitation principles and food-service career opportunities.

New facilities are coming to the Art Department at KU as well.

The program will accommodate the beginning and intermediate art students, as well as the more advanced artist. Work will include sculpture, egg tempera and figure drawing. Students may be selected to create commercial art work when opportunities present themselves. All new and all exciting.

Art Megan - “Art has really been an important part of my life. Being able to create art is freedom.”

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Megan Hartwell Senior

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All the world’s a stage …

It’s a bird, It’s a plane, It’s Superman

Dr. Sedgwick - “I’ll get my revenge by destroying the world’s symbol of goodness - Superman!”

New “Black Box Theater” coming soon to KU.

Sally Clark Junior as Dr. Sedgwick

DRAMA

Be a part of one of the longest and most successful high school drama departments in Southern Oregon. Take classes as part of your elective curriculum or audition for one of several plays presented each year. Increase your selfesteem and confidence. You will make lots of friends. Be the first to enjoy the over 200-seat Black Box Theater coming soon to KU.

KU.

Student Leadership ASB

ASB stands for Associated Student Body and it represents the interests and goals of the entire school student body.

Honors Program Kiley - “I take harder courses so that I am best prepared for whatever major I pursue in college.�

Want to learn more?

Prepare for college by choosing a variety of classes in the KU Honors Program, in the areas of English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

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What ever good things we

Jim Rohn

BUILD end up building us FACILITIES

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Building structural facilities has a profound influence on learning and was a major component of the bond initiative to build new KU facilities. Now, the newly remodeled Pel Court is open and it is a real beauty, but it is just the beginning. Be a part of the new Academic and Arts building as they come on board in 2017 and 2018. Experience all the conveniences of a 21st century leanring environment with the rich historic value that is KU.

Auxiliary Gym

Modoc Field

Pel Court

Arts Building

Academic Building