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Volume 76 No. 4 Friday, January 25 2013
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SENIOR SAVES Z-CLUB, PG. 6
MOUTHWATERING PRAISE, PG. 5
Passing the TAKS
5 Ways to Avoid the Flu
Nine years of perseverance leads former Lobo to recieve diploma Lucia Lopez Staff Writer
1. Get a flu shot 2. Wash hands thoroughly 3. Get at least 7 hours of sleep 4. Stay away from the infected 5. Stay active Madison Branch / SPECIAL TO THE LONG-VIEW
The flu and you Texas hit with widespread outbreak Wesley Hardin Staff Writer This flu season, the Center for Disease Control and the Texas Department of Health has labeled the current flu outbreak in Texas as “widespread.” This depicts a higher concentration of flu in Texas than in recent years. Symptoms of the flu can
be similar to those of the common cold, but there are a few key differences. The flu causes fevers that can be in excess of 100 degrees, aches in the joint and muscles, fatigue, watery eyes, and flushed red skin. The flu is generally only dangerous to children and the elderly. It isn’t usually lethal to healthy adolescents or adults, but the CDC still recommends getting flu vaccines every season to minimize the chance of developing complications due to the flu.
Tips to avoid contracting or spreading the flu to others are fairly simple and straightforward. The number one tip is to get a flu shot. The CDC claims it dramatically reduces the chance to get the flu. Other tips include hand washing, coughing into your sleeve, and avoiding contact with your eyes. The CDC also says that should you catch the flu, stay home until your doctor says it’s okay to return to school. So practice good sanitation, stay healthy, and avoid the flu.
She stands next to principal James Brewer while the flash of the picture hits her face. One simple, yet meaningful exchange is undertaken. A warm, celebratory handshake is traded for her high school diploma. A priceless, triumphant smile spreads across her face as her three children proudly look at her. With great perseverance, she finally accomplished her goal, not only for herself, but for her children as well. After nine years, alumnus
Rocio Percaz has obtained her high school diploma. “I’m very excited,” Percaz said. “I reached my goal. I worked on it for years and I got it. I could have just gotten my GED, but it’s not the same as getting a diploma.” Percaz took the TAKS test every year beginning from 2003. “Reading and writing were the areas I struggled the most in because I was an ESL student,” Percaz said. “For students who aren’t doing their best, my advice is to keep working and don’t let opportunities slip away.” Now, Percaz plans on attending Kilgore College to study photography. “I reached my first goal and now I want to reach a second one by going to college,” Percaz said. “I love taking pictures of my kids, and I want them to be proud of me.”
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Completing a Goal Alumni Rocio Percaz accepts her high school diploma on Dec 10, 2012 from Principal James Brewer nine years after her senior year.
Blood-giving benefits
Boxing dreams
Donating helps donors as well as recipients
Students step into ring
Hannah Kempkes Staff Writer
Lucia Lopez Staff Writer Sweating, panting, with hearts in their throats, young contenders pound their way to victory. After months of training, they finally have a chance to prove their strength, determination, and fortitude in the ring. They step out of their comfort zone for the first time. It is not just any ring. They reached the Golden Gloves. With hopes of one day becoming World Champions, boxing students, including senior Carlos Cerna and junior Cason Shobert, participated at the 73rd annual East Texas Golden Gloves tournament at UT Tyler’s Harrington Patriot Center on Jan. 10-12. “It was my first time in a tournament, and I won both of my
HOBBIT STANDS TALL, PG. 8
but also to the donors themselves. “The blood drive helps people in the hospitals and it helps our kids learn how to donate.” Hanzik said, “[They] become lifetime donors in blood, which is a needed product.” The blood will be given to the Carter BloodCare Center that serves 54 counties in North, Central and East Texas and provides blood components and transfusions for around 200 healthcare facilities. “[Hospitals and blood banks can] never have enough blood,” Hanzik said, “You can’t artificially create blood, so it takes the real stuff.”
Rolling with the Punches Junior Cason Shobert competes in the Golden Gloves Jan 11.
The second blood drive of the school year was held by the Student Council all day in the Little Theatre on Thursday, Jan. 17. Anyone over the age of sixteen who weighed more than 110 lbs. could donate their blood, though 16 year olds had to get parental consent. Teacher Cal Hanzik, advisor to the blood drive, considers it to be beneficial, not only to those in need,
fights,” Cerna said. “I had been training for two months. At first I was really nervous, but I felt really confident and proud of myself after I won.” Out of the students that competed, two were girls, including senior Gigi Garcia. “Fighting in the Golden Gloves was a great opportunity because it was the moment I could show the rest of the gyms what I had been training for,” Garcia said. “Being a girl doesn’t make a difference. It just shows how we girls can do what
Giving Life Seniors Lucero Campozano and Andres Rojas give blood during the blood drive on Jan 17.
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guys do.” Each fight lasted one minute for all of the contestants. They fought according to weight and class, with class being the level of experience. Both Shobert and Cerna were new-comers. “Fighting in the Golden Gloves has been one of the most exciting moments of my life,” Shobert said. “I had been waiting a long time to get a fight since previous ones had been cancelled. I finally got to put all of my training and conditioning to the test. It all paid off.”
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A Brief View
Claire Earnest Staff Writer
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A Glimpse of College LEP students visit Letourneau to catch a glimpse of the college life on Dec 13, 2012.
Six students visit Letourneau for day Michelle Sanchez Staff Writer Senior LEP students were able to experience life as a college student for a day at LeTourneau University on Dec 13, 2012. “Being together and eating lunch with the students was one of the fun activities we did while at LeTourneau,” LEP teacher Lori Sustaita said. “Coming back, I could see on the girls’ faces that they were glad they had gone on this trip.” The six seniors talked to LeTourneau students and counselors there, and learned a lot about the college. “I think the trip was a success,” Sustaita said. “Three of the girls already applied there, and I believe they’re very excited to go to college.”
Class raises hundreds for underprivileged children overseas Laura Aciano Staff Writer In an effort to raise money for the Feed the Children organization, which helps feed children around the world, english teacher Kristina Glenn put on a competition amongst her classes to see which class could raise the most money. The winning class, Glenn’s 7th period, received a pizza party and chose what was purchased with the $375 raised in total. “I was hoping we’d get fifty dollars and buy a goat,” Glenn said “but we bought a bunch of stuff [like] soccer balls, medical supplies, baby supplies, goats, and cows. [The students] really enjoyed that.”
The American Clock, written by Arthur Miller, has been chosen as the UIL One Act play. LHS previously performed the American Clock in YEAR for UIL. This play is based in the 1930s during the Great Depression. And when the stock market crashes, the well-heeled Baum family loses everything. “I just thought it was very appropriate for the times that we are going through now,” theater director Pam Mercer said. “It really resonated with today’s economic situation and the times that a lot of people are going through.” The cast production auditions
were held in mid-December; specific role tryouts for those who made the cut were on Jan. 16. With a cast of fresh faces and old veterans, the opportunities for the second performance of The American Clock are endless. “I look forward to seeing how much we can improve over the last time we did it,” Mercer said. “I just really love this cast and I’m really going to enjoy working with them.” The American Clock will be performed on March 27-28 at district. “I am very excited that Mrs. Mercer chose the American Clock,” Arianna Berry said. “We have not done a drama since [my freshman year], and I’m eager for a change and a challenge.”
One Act Cast Keegan Allen Arianna Berry Cole Brady Shawnee Cogswell John Collard Corey Comacho Austin Dickson Claire Earnest Simone Macklin
Trevor O’Connor Chandler Parks Ivan Pineda Brianna Seidel Jori Sutton Alazel Waller Nathen Williams Zach Williams Tayler Wilson
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Nervous Readings Sophomore Alazel Waller and Tayler Wilson audition for roles in the UIL One Act play, “The American Clock” Dec 12, 2012.
Students donate food for Christmas Lauren Bally News Editor In the spirit of Christmas, IB students spearheaded the Feeding Our Friends program, which gave food to families in need during the holiday season. The program included making cards, receiving donations, buying groceries, and packaging meals to send to Hiway 80 Rescue Mission where families picked up donations of food. “The best part was dropping the food off at Highway 80,” junior Tristan Berlin said. “The men there were so thankful to have the extra help to feed the families.” Every grade collaborated with IB coordinator Dr. Kent Cochran to make the vision a reality. “I think it was a good opportunity for the kids to
Club Corner DECA awards scholarships to deserving members Claire Earnest Staff Writer Simone Macklin / THE LONG-VIEW
Seniors who participate in DECA are eligible for scholarships raised by the club members through fundraisers, club dues, and money left over from DECA trips. “[Last year’s seniors] received $500 dollars per semester, totaling $1000 dollars for the year,” DECA sponsor Rose Bayless said. “I have given quite a few to seniors that have been working and have earned the scholarship.” Seniors must show work ethic as well as sincerity about
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One Act readies for competition
Directing DECA Co-President Kaylor Shumaker presents ideas during a DECA meeting Jan 17.
DECA competitions in order to receive the scholarship. “It’s very generous of Mrs. Bayless to give anything to the deserving seniors in DECA,” Vice President junior Kaylor Shumaker said. “We’re getting rewarded for dedicating ourselves to something that we enjoy doing, and concerning college, every penny counts, so no scholarship goes unappreciated.”
Some DECA History
DECA was founded in 1947, and by 1969, every state was operating a state association of DECA. The National DECA Center was built in Reston, Virginia in 1976.
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Canning Hunger IB students collect canned goods to hand out for Christmas to the hungry on on Dec 22, 2012.
band together for a good cause for the community,” Cochran said. “It was nice to be able to see a project and see all the different steps and kids that jumped into it with their levels of expertise to make it a joint project. I think it’s gonna be a project that’s carried over from year to year, building on this year’s success.”
BY THE NUMBERS
$1200 30 5 $50 25
of groceries families fed meals per family per box of food boxes of food
TARDY CHANGES
Between Classes:
1st & 2nd - Warning/Parent contact
8th - One day ISS
3rd & 4th - One day lunch detention
9th - Two days ISS
5th - Three days lunch detention
10th - Three days ISS
6th - Four days lunch detention
11th+ - Tank
7th - After school detention
Excessive - Principal discretion
First & Fifth Period: 1st & 2nd - Warning/Parent contact
6th - Lose driving privilage
3rd & 4th - One day lunch detention
7th+ - Principal discretion
5th - Three days lunch detention Andy R ash / THE LONG-VIEW
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The Long-View FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2013
Z-Club Prom Boutique
Get a free dress on Jan. 26 from 8 AM -1PM at Regional Medical Center Senior Circle.
College Night
Meet outside the College and Career Center on Jan. 28 at 6:30 PM for info about college.
February Events
Feb 3- Superbowl XLV Feb 14- Valentine’s Day Feb 18- Presidents’ Day
Prom Tickets
Jan 25- Feb 2: $40 a couple Feb 3- Feb 13: $60 a couple After Feb 13: $40 a person; $75 a couple.
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Staff Editorial
Friday schedule controversy continues
Historically, the Friday schedule has been controversial for administrators and students. Either the students hate Fridays and administrators love them or vice versa, but not many schedules yet tried have been overall crowd pleasers. However, the Friday schedule from last year that featured “A” weeks and “B” weeks was as close as possible to perfect. This schedule functions by alternating A days and B days throughout the week and alternating A Fridays and B Fridays throughout the month. While advocates of different schedules might say that it’s too hard to keep up with if school has to get out for an unexpected holiday, really all that needs to be done is make up for the missed day on Friday. At the end of the year, the amount of A days and B days will be completely the same, plus or minus one, whereas the Friday schedule we have now does not compensate for missed days. For some students, this year’s Fridays are nightmares filled with tests, quizzes and homework for the weekend; and their Thursdays are even worse as they are forced to stay up late studying for all nine different classes. A/B weeks would lighten their workload to a reasonable and consistent amount, as only 5 classes would need to be prepared for. Other students find this year’s Fridays completely wonderful as 45 minutes isn’t an adequate amount of for their teachers to teach in. They find they get less done and Fridays are pretty much their first day of the weekend. However, as this is probably not what administrators were going for, a different schedule might be better. A/B weeks would provide enough time for students to learn. Fridays may never be perfect, but it’s essential to find a schedule that brings a balance that’s good for majority of teachers, students, and administrators. A/B weeks seem to bring this balance.
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It’s essential to find a schedule that brings a balance that’s good for majority of teachers, students, and administrators.
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Calling all couples
What is the song that describes your relationship and why?
“I’m Only Me When I’m With You. The name of [Taylor Swift’s] song says it all. This is the most comfortable I’ve been with anyone in a relationship.”
- Julian Mondragon & Jole Huynh
“Our song is As Long as You Love Me by Justin Bieber because we enjoy singing along. ‘We’re like, as long as you LALALALA…”
- Juan Lopez & Annabel Mata
Charming with chivalrous choices Couple voices perspectives on chivalr y
Jacob Castillo Guest Writer
Angelica Sanchez Guest Writer
Chivalry isn’t a big part of everyday life. It used to be common to give respect to everyone, even strangers. Really, I think that the media has been the main pull away from chivalry. With all of the focus on money, promiscuous women, alcohol, and drugs, it is easily seen why. Most people hear that every day, so that’s what they’re going to believe. And really, there aren’t many people who teach about respect. There are parents, but on more than one occasion we’ve blown off what they’ve said. Despite all of the evidence against it though, chivalry isn’t dead. There are still people who will go out of their way to help someone. And who don’t mind holding the door for a stranger. Or even manage a thank you for those who do these things for them. All of these acts seem small, but small things can go a long way.
Chivalry is considered dead, but it isn’t. People confuse being romantic with being chivalrous. Romantic means being fancy and impractical, but chivalry is about generosity, bravery, and courtesy. Generosity is a quality prized by knights. Today is no exception. For example, once every year the Salvation Army has Toys for Tots, an event in which people donate toys. This kind of generosity is a big part of chivalry. Chivalry demands a knight be brave. Today, A soldier is brave enough to fight for his or her country, and does not back off even when facing a “dragon”. Additionally, our society prizes courteousness. We learn to make polite requests, help one another, and give compliments. This courteousness is an important facet of chivalry today as well as the knights of yesterday. True chivalry is not dead. We teach children to be actively chivalrous because we value generosity, bravery and courtesy.
Downside of tipping, besides losing your money
“2 Is Better Than 1 by Boys Like Girls because the first line is ‘I remember what you wore on the first date’ and I wore a fake mustache our first date 2 years ago and that’s when we realized that we clicked. ”
- Erick Benitez & Katee Bean
Facebook as background check Jariuce Banks Guest Writer Facebook has been the central hub for all buzz, pop culture, and trends discussed among several people. Many people feel secure in the fact that only the people they befriend will be able to see whatever has been posted. But they fail to consider who may be watching. Colleges and jobs are sticklers for applicants with honest characteristics. Background checks are only part of the homework for those jobs and colleges. If they were to require seeing an applicant’s Facebook, it might help them to narrow down their decision. I feel that if no unruly behavior were to show up in an applicant’s background check, there would have to be a reflection of that on their Facebook. This is mainly because Facebook is generally used for social purposes, and also professional purposes, and if an applicant displays that same behavior online when talking to friends, it only makes their chances greater. Usually, Facebook users believe that anything they post online won’t be seen by anyone else but their friends, and this is where they are wrong. How they act online and how they act in person has to match, otherwise they wouldn’t hold true to morals and values, which is what colleges and jobs look for in applicants.
Letters to the editor The editorial board of The Long-View encourages you to submit a letter. It should be no more than 300 words. Include your full name and email or phone number (email and phone number will not be published). We reserve the right to edit for space, spelling, grammar and libelous statements. Send your letters by email to kberns@lisd.org or mail them to The Long-View, 201 E. Tomlinson Pkwy, Longview, TX 75605.
When it comes to tipping, mixed feelings are blame. In some cases, because a waiter knows involved. Most of the time, waiters and wait- his tip is assured with the gratuity imposed in resses definitely deserve a tip, and they need large parties, he does not make the effort he it. With a low salary, they depend on would usually make if he knew his tip dependtips to obtain money. Other times, ed on how well he served his clients. Due clients receive a horrible service, to that, the clients receive a but are required to leave a tip. terrible service and are not If a waiter or waitress is very content or willing very attentive of their clito pay the mandaents’ needs, they should tory tip. And they receive a tip by all shouldn’t. Waitmeans, especially ers and waitresses if he/she is servshould receive their ing a large party. tip based on how good The purpose of a their service is. waiter is to serve the If one is not sure how Me agh an client, and the cost is much he should leave for Mc Na ma not included in the cost of the client’s a tip, the suggested amount ra / The LO meal. Therefore, leaving a tip is only natural according to CNN Money is as NG -VI EW as a reward for the waiter’s service, if he defollows: 20% for excellent serserves it. vice, 15% for good service, and no Some people are very opposed to the gratuity less than 10% for poor service, although I am policy in most restaurants, but they are not to not sure I agree with the last percentage.
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4 10 IMPRACTICAL WAYS TO KEEP WARM
Take a space shuttle to the sun. Bring plenty of marshmallows. Get a job at a metal refinery. Keeps you warm and it pays! Put on a flameproof suit and set yourself on fire. Nice and toasty. Dig a hole to the center of the earth. Swim in magma. Have a luau on top of a volcano. Aloha! Cut open a tauntaun and crawl inside. Warning: And you thought they smelled bad on the outside. Dancing with the Stars with the Human Torch. Unfortunately, he has two left feet. Stand on top of a tall building in a lightning storm. Holding a metal rod. Run a triathlon on Venus. Insult a dragon’s mother. They have no sense of humor.
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Spring sports fever
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Shouts of Pride Seniors Roberto Mendez and Alfredo Olivas show their school spirit during the Spring Sports pep rally on Jan 18.
Firing Up the Crowd Coach Goffney encourages students to attend and support our Lobo Basketball team during the Spring Sports pep rally on Jan 18.
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Lobo Pride The Lady Lobo Softball team raises their ‘Rockin’ Ls’ in harmony with the school song during the Spring Sports pep rally on Jan 18.
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LAST MINUTE VALENTINE GIFTS
•Framed Couple Picture •Stuffed Animals •Flowers •Handmade Cards •Chocolates •Baked Goods
PAGE 5 feature Five Guys food full STAFFPICK: of homey flavor RESTAURANTS The Long-View FRIDAY, January 25, 2013
AMERICAN
Wing Stop
DESSERT
Butcher Shop
FAST FOOD
Chick-fil-a
FRIED CHICKEN
Chicken Express
HAMBURGERS Juicy’s
ITALIAN
Olive Garden
NEW RESTAURANT Jersey Mike’s
ORIENTAL
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GZ’s
Burger-tastic Five Guys’ new Longview location is at 3405 N. Fourth St.
Burgers prove tasty at latest fast food joint Wesley Hardin Staff Writer As I walked into one of Longview’s newest restaurants, 5 Guys Burgers and Fries, I was immediately dazzled by what I saw. 5 Guys’ classic-looking burger diner that seemed almost reminiscent with old TV shows like “Happy Days.”
The grand open spacing and chrome coloring made the restaurant feel both classy and comfortable. The service people greeted me cordially and received my order out quickly and correctly; then came the best part; the food. The 5 Guys burger was different from any restaurant burger I ever had. By its taste, I could tell it was made in a restaurant because home-cooked burgers just don’t taste that good, but the burger felt home-made. As I bit into the burger, the cheese melted in my mouth. I was hit with a
barrage of intense flavoring and spices. It was one of the best restaurant burgers I’ve ever had. On the other hand, one thing that let me down was the fries. I tried both the normal fries and the signature “Cajun fries.” While the normal fries were average, I felt the Cajun fries were overly spiced and a detriment to the whole meal.
OFF THE BEATEN PATH Dudley’s
PIZZA
Pizza King
SEAFOOD
Red Lobster
TEX-MEX
4 out of 5
El Sombrero
Designed by Andy Rash
FIVE ESSENTIAL TOOLS TO BE A CHEF
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Bon appetit Junior Blake Lovelace prepares a meal to perfection during Culinary Arts.
1. Whisk 2. Chef’s Knife 3. Skillet
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Sophomore attends Area band competition Laura Aciano Staff Writer He’s surrounded by people, their faces focused, all of them playing vigorously into their shiny trombones, but no sound is coming from them. The only thing he hears is the steady sound of his breathing and the music from his own instrument, as if he were the only one in the room. As if there weren’t judges studying his every note. Sophomore Andrew Yancey has placed first for yet the second time at the All Region band competition, a highly esteemed place even for older band members. After hours upon hours of practice, he was one of the 40 trombones that tried out, placing first out of forty, allowing him to
advance to the Area competition. At Area, Yancey placed 12 out of 18, but was not able to advance further as they only take the top four players. Nevertheless, he takes this as a valuable learning opportunity and hopes to go further next year, using his two first place achievements to encourage him. “It’s definitely worth it,” Yancey said. “It makes you a better player because you have to learn and get better at certain things and strengthen [your playing].” In order to achieve these successes, Yancey practiced fervently every day, for at least 45 minutes before competition. Throughout winter break, he practiced up to three times a day, each for the same amount of time. “[You have to] make sure you have everything just right, but once you
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Trombone Trebles Sophomore Andrew Yancey takes a break during band practice.
get into the groove of things, I think it gets easier,” Yancey said. “At first it’s tedious and kind of boring. Next you start enjoying the music. Then you practice it so much you get annoyed with the music.” When it comes to his performance, Yancey does his best to control his nerves which he believes are the one obstacle that could keep him from making it to
state next year. “I try to go up there and zone everything out except me and my music, and in region I was pretty calm but that changed in state tryouts. This year I prepared a lot and I had [my music] down pretty good, the one thing that got me was my nerves,” Yancey said. “But I think it’s pretty fun overall. It’s a good experience.”
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Sophomore exceeds expectations with grades Hannah Brown Features Editor
She wasn’t expected to survive birth. However, as she steps onto the stage and receives her certificate for making all A’s, she knows she has proven everyone wrong. Sophomore Allison Efurd has Down Syndrome, but despite this setback she tries her hardest to make sure she walks across the stage at every honor roll celebration. Allison takes modified courses, but that does nothing to lessen her achievement. She has made all A’s since the fourth grade for both personal
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satisfaction and for her parents through hard work. “I do my work,” Allison said. “My daddy wants me to make A’s. I get money for it.” Work ethic determines Allison’s grades. According to Annie Roberts, Allison’s core subjects teacher, working and showing effort decides what she makes on her report card. “She’s so sweet; I love Allison to death,” Roberts said. “She’s a hard worker. She has her moments when I have to say, ‘Get busy!’, but she usually does.” Allison gets rewarded for good grades by getting her nails done by her mom, going out to eat with friends, and getting video games she likes. School isn’t just hard work for her and she enjoys her time at LHS. “I like my classes and I like going to school to see Ms. Roberts,” Allison said. “Ms. Roberts is my favorite teacher; PE is my favorite class because I dance.” To her mother, grades aren’t the only major success she has made in her life. Every day, Allison exceeds everyone’s expectations. “I was told she’d never be anything. Never talk, walk, or anything,” mother and teacher Diane Efurd said. “Now I’m watching her do all of these. Everything she’s done has been an accomplishment.”
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Accomplished Art Sophomore Allison Efurd perfects her artwork for an assignment during her English 2 class.
QUESTION & ANSWER: MR. INNERARITY Q: What would you do in the event of a zombie apocalypse? a: Q: Who’s your favorite superhero? a: Q: Have you ever had Indian food? a: Q: What was your favorite television program as a child? a: Q: What did you want to be when you were little? a: I would gather my friends and family and hide for a few months. Nature would quickly take care of the zombie apocalypse. The zombies would succumb to the elements and bacteria would render the zombies harmless.
Captain America.
Provided by Jordan Innerarity / SPECIAL TO THE LONG-VIEW
Ireland Explorer Debate teacher Jordan Innerarity standing by Dunguaire Castle in Ireland.
Traveling Ireland Inneraritystyle
1 The Cliffs of Moher 2 St. Patrick’s Cathedral 3 Town of Cork 4 Gap of Dunloe
Senior saves Z-Club tradition Organization’s vice president hopes to continue club customs Laura Aciano Staff Writer The sour smell of pickles tickles her nose and before she has time to wipe off the slimy green goo, her face is pelted with chunks of peanut butter and tuna. She shuts her eyes as tightly as possible, and in the quick gasp she takes to get a breath of air, the smell of syrup mixed with mustard and relish attacks her senses. Her
eyes water, her nose burns and her mouth gags. Although she remembers her initiation as a gross experience, Vice President senior Korynn Johnson would gladly go through it again. It was precisely experiences like this that had Johnson in search for a sponsor when the Z-club faced being shut down. “Z-Club had been needing a sponsor all Fall,” Johnson said. “I emailed the president of Zonta Club in Longview and notified her that Mrs. Tilley was willing to be our sponsor.” Given her role as VP of the club, Johnson felt that something needed to be done and went through with
Yes, I would suggest that everyone try Indian food. There are few things better than freshly baked naan.
Bill Nye the Science Guy.
I wanted to be a writer that lived in the woods. I always enjoyed the My Side of the Mountain books by Jean Craighead George and the Hatchet Series by Gary Paulsen. I was convinced that I would live alone in the wilderness and write books similar to the above mentioned authors.
helping Z-Club survive. “I would’ve hated to see the program discontinue this [2012-13] year because we lacked a sponsor,” Johnson said. “Giving back to the community should be important to students [and] Z-Club gives them that opportunity.” Besides helping the community, Z-Club is also a sisterhood which gives each girl a person to bond with within the organization. “[The sisterhood] shows a role model older figure,” sophomore member Tara DiPasquale said. “I heard how much fun it was so I would’ve felt like I missed a big part of high school [without Z-Club].”
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A Working Sisterhood Z-Club Sponsor Amanda Tilley and Sophomore members Lindsey Butler and Bailey Nance volunteer at Habitat for Humanity on Jan 19.
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Rising above double vision
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Junior baller succeeds despite impaired sight Zach Williams Sports Editor
Like many young men his age who are 6’6”, Junior Cadell Williams excels at playing basketball in the post. When not fighting in the trenches, this gentle giant enjoys singing choir at church and school. He loves to participate in sports, having played football and baseball, even though he has sometimes had to deal with difficulties, like breaking his hip in 7th grade. But breaking his hip was not the only hardship Williams faced in 7th grade. He began to develop double vision. This not only affected his passion for sports, but music as well. “At first, when I had to read music, it was hard because it was so little,” Junior Cadell Williams said. “But it has got better since high school. When I shot free throws, it came in, but I just had to focus. Eighth grade it got better, ninth grade didn’t bother me. Now that I’m a junior it’s a lot better. But it can get hard at times. “ Through concentration, Williams is beginning to leap over this obstacle. “I just have to focus,” said Williams. “Just have to try hard. I just can’t let it bother me and let it interfere in my basketball playing.” Luckily, Williams is in the perfect position to succeed. “With his size, Cadell plays around the basket, so he is shooting close to the basket,” said head basketball coach
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Jumping through the hoop Junior Cadell Williams elevates over defenders and double vision.
Billy Goffney. “I can see now that he struggles to get it in there. Quick shots he has a problem with, but shots that he can get a good look at he has a much higher percentage. With him he’ll just need repetition, so that it becomes an automatic motion.” It doesn’t seem to make him stand out from the others. “There will be times he’ll drop a pass, and on the jump ball once he was late getting off the floor,” said Goffney. “But no more than anybody else: if you can put both hands on the ball and still
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Zach Williams Sports Editor Is there anything different about South Africa? It’s not like what people think. There aren’t lions roaming around in your backyard. What brought you guys here from South Africa? When I was five-yearsold, my parents decided to come here, because it was getting dangerous there. You say it’s kind of the same, do they drive on the right side of the road? No, left-side. Claire Earnest /THE LONG-VIEW
In the classroom, on the field
First grade teacher finds time to coach Claire Earnest Sports Writer
During the day, Assistant Coach David Monsivais teaches first graders at Ware Elementary School how to count and read. When the school bell rings, he rushes to the high school just in time to coach Lady Lobos soccer. “Teaching first grade and coaching high school is not an easy task. It’s a lot of hard work and dedication,” said Monsivais. “These are two completely different worlds.” Although it is only Monsivais’s first year at LHS, he is taking it all in stride; working hard to improve Lady Lobos soccer skills. “I have noticed there is a great team camaraderie. The girls seem upbeat and very supportive of each other,” said Monsivais. “We are
Soccer:
Basketball:
Jan. 27: vs. A&M Consolidated (VARS) Jan. 28: at Lufkin (VARS) Feb. 3: at Mt. Pleasant Feb. 10: vs. Desoto Feb. 14: at Mesquite (VARS) Jan. 17: vs. North Mesquite Feb. 21: Tyler Lee
Jan. 27: at Desoto Jan. 31: vs. Mesquite Feb. 3: vs. Mesquite Horn Feb. 7: at North Mesquite Feb. 10: vs. Robert E. Lee (SN) Feb. 14: at Desoto Feb. 21: Bi-District Playoff vs. A&M Consolidated at Fairfield High School,
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drop it, in that case, I have a lot of kids in the gym with double vision. He has done a good job of coping with it.” While this might affect his game sometimes, it definitely doesn’t affect his personality. “He has a tremendous work ethic, said Goffney. “He comes to the gym on a daily basis really wanting to work and get better. Not just for himself; he is always encouraging others and getting on to them about doing stuff right. He can be heard throughout the practice getting on to others. “
Lady Lobos:
Jan. 26-28: Lady Lobos Invitational Jan. 31: vs. McKinney Boyd Feb. 3: at Rockwall Feb. 7: vs. Henderson Boys (VARS) Feb.10: vs. Desoto Feb.14: vs. Mesquite Feb. 17: at North Mesquite Feb. 21: vs. Robert E. Lee Feb. 24: at Mesquite Horn
Tennis: Feb. 10-11: at Ennis Highway 287 Tournament Feb. 17-18: at Eastman Tournament Feb. 24-25: at Robert E. Lee
Lobos:
Lady Lobos:
Jan. 27: vs. Desoto Jan. 31: at Mesquite Feb. 3: at Mesquite Horn Feb. 7: vs. North Mesquite
Swim:
Jan. 28: District 11-5A in Rockwall Feb. 11: Region 3-5A in Mansfield, TX
Track:
Feb. 18: at Robert E. Lee Invitational
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David Monsivais
Assistant Lady Lobos Soccer Coach
working hard to achieve a goal, which is to win district and go to the play-offs.” One might wonder, how does he manage it all? His key for everything is patience. “In first grade there is an obvious difference with kids who are able to catch on and those who don’t. It’s the same in soccer,” said Monsivais. “You can’t make drastic changes because it could hurt you, and you don’t want to hinder a player’s level of confidence. You have to realize what their level of play is; to be able to see their progression.” Undoubtedly, Head Coach Bellamy and Assistant Coach Monsivais will be working hard, preparing the girls to compete against the tough district teams. “We have a great team that works together and pushes each other,” said Monsivais. “We respect our opponents and we will just take it one game at a time.”
Baseball:
Feb. 7: vs. Kilgore (JV/FR) Feb. 10: vs. Texas High (VARS) Feb. 11: 100 Innings Marathon Feb. 14: vs. Pine Tree Feb. 17: vs. Hallsville Feb. 20: vs. Texas High
Softball:
Jan. 30: at Chapel Hill Feb. 11: at Mt. Pleasant Feb. 16-18: Lobo Classic
Golf:
Feb. 6: Ladies VARS at Springhill Tournament Feb. 13: Boys VARS at Lobo Invitational Feb. 22: Ladies at Brook HIll Tournament Feb.24-25: Boys VARS at Maverick Spring Invitational Challenge
Ray Lewis and the Ravens have fought against injury and age to win themselves a ticket to the Super Bowl for the second time in their team history. But they will be facing a formidable NFC opponent in the San Francisco 49ers, helmed by the dynamic Colin Kaepernick. But win or lose, the Harbaugh family will be happy, and sad, as for the first time ever, two brothers, John Harbaugh, head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, and Jim Harbaugh, head coach of the 49ers, will be coaching against each other in the Super Bowl. But which brother will win? The San Francisco 49ers (5-0 in Super Bowl games) are considered the favorites, with good reason. They have the better record, the more dynamic quarterback, and the more complete and perhaps better team. They have fought through adversity, winning on the road in a come-frombehind win over the NFC’s best, the Atlanta Falcons, and Kaepernick has shown not only can he run like a gazelle, he has a certified NFL arm. That being said, who am I to count out the Ravens? Who saw them getting this far? Weeks ago, people were wondering if they would make the playoffs. No one expected them to go into Mile High and win against Peyton Manning and the Broncos. No one expected them to make Tom Brady look like a fool at his home in the fourth quarter. They have become healthy and hot at just the right time. They are fueled by emotion and leadership from Ray Lewis, the MVP of Super Bowl XXXV, who is playing his last game on Feb. 3rd. The Ravens and John Harbaugh, representing the AFC, will win the Super Bowl. Sorry Jim.
STAFF PICKS: SUPER BOWL Hannah Brown
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THSCA ALL-STATE ACADEMIC TEAM Colin Jeter
“It is a great honor to be selected to the all academic state team. I take pride in being one of the top student athletes in Texas. I would like to thank my teachers and coaches for their role in my life and helping me achieve this award.”
“I feel very honored being selected. It just shows that football players are not just mindless jocks, but they can have Jalen smarts and it’s breaking Johnson away from the stereotype.”
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Honorable mention
•Corey Bartley •Javontrae Williams •Torean Sheppard
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ENTERTAINMENT
THE HOBBIT
‘Lord of the Rings’ prequel fun for entire family
One of the most divisive movies of last year, “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” aims to ignite a three-part adaptation of the classic J.R.R. Tolkien novel of the same name. Similar to “Avatar” and “Tron: Legacy” before it, the viewer’s enjoyment of the movie will highly depend upon the height of their expectations along with how much they are willing to accept the choices that the story makes. A LOT OF FUN The divisiveness among the Tolkien fans is a shame because “The Hobbit” really is a lot of fun. Instead of being a groundbreaking masterpiece like its counterpart, “The Lord of the Rings,” the movie is an entertaining prequel that follows Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman), the wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen), and thirteen dwarves on a quest to kill the dragon Smaug and reclaim the Lonely Mountain. In terms of
performances, spectacle, and visual effects, filmmaker Peter Jackson delivers once again with several amazing action sequences and a wonderful cast under his direction. FLAWED PACING The film’s biggest flaw is something that Jackson’s other recent fare has suffered from: the pacing. Since the movie is basically a 170-minute firstthird of a 300-page book, it features several superfluous scenes that slow the pacing down and create tedium for the audience. Much like “The Lovely Bones” and the “King Kong” remake, Jackson’s unnecessary expansion of concise material is the biggest hurdle to overcome in regards to enjoying the movie. SOLID ENTERTAINMENT As much of a gamble as it was to follow up the greatest fantasy saga ever made, “The Hobbit” is solid entertainment. For an adventure that creates much promise for its upcoming sequels, the movie manages to be loads of fun, even if it does fall short of greatness.
Warner Bros. Pictures Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) remains cautious in the face of danger in “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.”
Highest Grossing Movies of 2012 1. “The Avengers” - $1.51 billion 2. “The Dark Knight Rises” - $1.08 billion 3. “Skyfall” - $1.04 billion 4. “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” - $921 million 5. “Ice Age: Continental Drift” - $875 million Information: BOX OFFICE MOJO
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Unorthodox Jukebox
New Bruno Mars album achieves near perfection
never gets old despite being a radio favorite. It still makes you want to move your feet while other songs also manage to stand alone in their own right. With his signature fedora, relaxed style, and irresistible voice, Bruno Mars delivers his best with an impressive new album. After the release of his first album “Doo-Wop & Hooligans,” the Honolulu-born singer has returned to defeat the second album slump that determines the legacies of stars that burn bright one minute and burn out in the next. DIFFERENT DIRECTION Mars takes a different direction in his newest album “Unorthodox Jukebox,” which leads to a more unique style for the musician. While his debut album was comprised of simplistic pop songs,“Unorthodox Jukebox” exhibits a wider variety of intense and heartfelt feelings. LOCKED OUT OF HEAVEN One gets a taste of his album with the single “Locked Out of Heaven,” which
ECLECTIC RANGE The album displays an eclectic range of musical genres and the range of notes that Mars’ silky smooth voice can hit. He continues to draw influence from pop and R&B while incorporating rock, soul, and even reggae, especially with the track “Show Me.” Mars creates inventive synthesized songs that will surely elicit dancing like the upbeat “Money Make Her Smile” or will elicit crying with the heartbreaking “When I Was Your Man” and “If I Knew.”
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DESTINED FOR STARDOM Even if you were not previously a fan of Bruno Mars, give “Unorthodox Jukebox” a try. His new and improved personal style may appeal to you. With natural talent in his singing and dancing, Mars has the opportunity to become a symbol for our generation and has the destiny to solidify himself as a star that will burn for years to come.
Best Movie Soundtracks of 2012 by Preston Mitchell
4“Django Unchained” - Various Artists 4“Les Misérables” - The Cast of Les Misérables* 4“Pitch Perfect” - Various Artists 4“Skyfall” - Adele and Thomas Newman* 4“Think Like a Man” - Various Artists
* = ACADEMY AWARD NOMINATION FOR BEST SONG
The newest console release from Nintendo, the Wii U, is currently on the shelves of American stores. The Wii U is a radical redesign from Nintendo hoping to attract core gamers back to their product. A major difference from the original Wii is the Wii U’s utilization of a controller that includes a touch screen. The touch screen features an off-the-TV function where the touch screen functions as a small TV, similar to screens on Game Boys. HIGH COMPATIBILITY The Wii U is compatible with classic Wii games and functions with the usage of the Wii Nunchuck. A new Wii U Pro Controller is also available. The Pro controller means to be more similar to classical gaming controllers and is most likely to facilitate the more esoteric, hardcore fans of the Wii console.
The Wii U includes an internet browser that allows gamers to access various social networking sites, YouTube, and Nintendo eShop. This also allows gamers to receive updates for games, buy virtual copies of games, and transfer their specific profiles quickly to other consoles. INCREDIBLE PACKAGE There are two different levels of the Wii U: the white basic pack and the black deluxe pack. The basic pack includes 8 GB of onboard storage in a white Wii U console while the deluxe pack includes 32 GB of onboard storage. The pack also includes stands for the console and its controller as well as a Nintendo Network premium subscription. The current retail price for the Wii U is between $300 and $350, which is awesome since the initial launch of the console could only be purchased on eBay for an excess of over $500. You can purchase the Wii U in stores now.