April Issue 2017 by SLSS Press

Hey Sharks,

EDITOR’S NOTE

It has only been a month since spring break ended but it sure feels like a lot longer. Hopefully you tried something new and exciting over the break-- after all, it’s new experiences that allow us to improve ourselves and become better people.

In the spirit of trying something new, we’re introducing some new things to the SLSS Press in this issue. First, we have a new official logo designed by Angela Cheng! We’ve also started to set up departments to better organize the content in our issues and make it feel more like a real school newspaper. We’re looking to improve the SLSS Press, so if you have any suggestions for us, please feel free to message one of the execs on Facebook (Hedy Ng, Celine Tsai, Davy Lau, and Angela Hu) and we’d be happy to hear your advice! Let’s power through the rest of the semester and keep working hard :) The SLSS Press Exec Team

CONTRIBUTORS Sophia Gu Kathleen Kong Katrina Hong Angela Cheng Celine Tsai Anna Sandoval Caitlin Stephenson Teresa Co Clara Wong Krishangi Dandapure Michael Cui TEACHER SPONSORS Ms. McBurney Ms. Shearer

EXEC TEAM Editors-in-Chief: Davy Lau Hedy Ng Celine Tsai Secretary: Angela Hu Shadowers: Angela Cheng Angela Hu Caitlin Stephenson Kathleen Kong Michelle Li Nicole Mendoza

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HUMANS OF SLSS Sophia GU | Kathleen Kong

“I made these New Year’s resolutions because I felt like everything was becoming too off track and messy. I had to get my life together. When I used to make New Year’s Resolutions, I never went through with them, but this year, I’m determined because my life is really messed up.” ~circa January 2016

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“I kept some of my resolutions… well… promises are meant to be broken.” ~March 2017 The progression of resolutions made by Lucy Lu, Grade 11

“Shoutout to Mr Lin, the meaning of life is 42!” -Jordan Chiang, Grade 11

“Is the ground real if we’re below sea level?” -Richmond See, Grade 12

30-HR FAMine

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The First 30-Hour Famine The first 30-Hour Famine began forty six years ago in the basement of a Calgary church. Fourteen determined teenagers orchestrated a “starve-in” to raise awareness for the plight of less fortunate children struggling against poverty and hunger in Africa. On a cold February evening, 17-year-old Ruth Roberts was examining several images of Ethiopians suffering from malnutrition. She then asked her friends:

“Have you ever gone hungry?” “No..” “I wonder what it would be like...” The fast began at 7 PM on a Friday and concluded at 7 AM on Sunday. Over that period, they only drank water and orange juice. They kept themselves busy by playing volleyball, watching “Around The World in 80 Days”, listening to motivational speakers, interacting with one another, and doing educational activities. The group managed to raise $600 for World Vision. 30-Hour Famine Today The 30-Hour Famine quickly caught on and soon, schools and youth organizations all across Canada were participating in this event. Today, this annual event occurs in more than fifteen countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, the United Kingdom

and the United States. The funds raised by the 30-Hour Famine are donated to World Vision programs. These programs help tackle poverty by enhancing access to healthcare, clean water, food security, and economic opportunities.

“I think everyone’s heart is the same. They feel for these children. We want to end world hunger.” Ruth Roberts, 2015 According to World Vision’s 101 Famine Guide, fewer than 18,000 children die each year from hunger compared to the original astonishing number of 40,000. This decrease is largely a result of the efforts of 30-Hour Famine participants and like-minded individuals. The ‘starve-in’ evolved to become the 30-Hour Famine we see today. Over the last three decades, this event has raised more than $1 billion to combat global issues.

“We chose to stop eating for a day and a half so we

could understand, even in a small way, what those children were experiencing. Ruth Roberts

Steveston London’s 30-Hour Famine Every year, 30-Hour Famine participants gather to combat world hunger and gain a deeper insight into what underprivileged children experience every day. This year, over 80 Steveston-London students participated in the overnight event and fasted for 14 hours while sleeping over at the school. They enjoyed access to both gyms, gym equipment, and movies in the C-Lounge. In the morning, a healthy breakfast, cooked by execs from International Issues, Hope Fellowship, and Jaws with a Cause, was served to the students. In total, Steveston-London’s 30Hour Famine managed to raise an astonishing $2 000 for World Vision. Thanks to all the Sharks who participated and donated to a great cause!

RICHCITY IDOL CAITLIN STEPHENSON

On Tuesday, May 30th, students from different Richmond schools will perform, attempting to win the coveted prize of local musical recognition to help their dreams come true. One of these competitors will be Steveston Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own Mark Cam, who is currently in grade 11! This event is cleverly named RichCity Idol, and was founded in 2004 by students Natasha Jung and Martin Hui. It is recognized as one of the largest community events run entirely by Richmond students, with the help of numerous executives and volunteers. Two of the executives are senior students from Steveston-London! Rachel Wong (grade 12) earned

the role of Stage Director and Dylan Cobankiat (grade 11) took on the job of Creative Director. They have been working extremely hard to make this event a success, and they will definitely help to make the show more impressive than ever.

perform a variety of songs, in groups as well as on their own, and are judged by local musicians. There is always a large turnout, and a majority of the profits go to charities such as the Canadian Red Cross and BC Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital.

Back in February we held our very own Shark Idol, where Mark Cam came out victorious and serenaded us all with some amazing pipes. All other participating schools ran their own competitions, and the finalists will all be proceeding to compete in RichCity Idol. The extremely popular show is held in the evening at the Gateway Theatre, and is full of performances by guests and Richcity Idol alumni. The students

You can buy your tickets from any of the volunteers or executives (including Rachel and Dylan) so get them soon, and get excited for RichCity Idol! Go support Mark and the other contestants while enjoying an evening of local, young musical talent! You can find out more information from their website www.richcityidol.com or through their Facebook page.

GEO TRIP 2017 CELINE TSAI

Every year, students in Geography 12 embark on the famous Geo Trip, an annual multi-day field trip to learn more about geography and to explore different landforms and biomes. This year, from March 7th to March 14th, 57 students and staff travelled across six different states --Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, and California. Mr. Allan, Mr. Ververgaert, Mr. J. Mah, Ms. Murdoch, Ms. Chevreau, and Mr. E. Ma led the students to various geological sites, such as Twin Falls, Shoshone Falls, Zion National Park, Glen Canyon Horseshoe Bend, Hermosa Beach, Kelso Sand Dunes, Goldstrike Canyon Hot Springs, Waterhole Canyon, La Jolla Beach, and many more. Below are some favourite memories shared by Geotrippers: “It was super super fun! We went to places that not many people would go, which was very unique, because we got to see things that we don’t normally see. And we were travelling with so many of our friends, so that was super fun! My favourite was the sand dune hike, it was the best. We were barefoot, and the sand was hot but sometimes it was cold-- and we did group piggyback fights and games like that.. And we even got a chance to go into the First Nations land (Waterholes Canyon) so that was pretty cool. We did so many hikes and some of them were pretty challenging, like you’re pretty much

gonna die the next second haha. But it was totally worth it because the view was BREATHTAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL! It was also a great experience to challenge myself. The trip is totally worth it.”-- Sherry Yu “I’m just going to say that my favourite part was the Kelso Sand Dunes because it was a really unique experience walking bare feet on the hot sand and enjoying the view on the top. Overall the trip is a one of a kind lifetime experience that I would recommend to everyone, even people who prefer to stay indoors like me.”-- Bobby Fu “I liked being in different hotels, being with people that I’m not close with for a week, boogie boarding, and the scary hikes. Definitely would recommend people to go on the trip!”-- Chevonne Thompson

SNAPSHOTS gEO TRIP 2017

Taking It A Step Further Krishangi Dandapure

Did you know that 71 Indigenous communities across Canada do not have access to consumable tap water? Safe drinking water is something that we take advantage of, but it’s considered a luxury to these people -- and they're living in the same country as us. Issues in the Aboriginal community like this are vwhat caught the eyes of three grade 9 students: Janice Chan, Jessie Hall, and Veronica Xia. For their Socials Studies project, they were assigned a project on the unjust treatment of Aboriginals during the Industrial Revolution. The trio came up with the idea of incorporating their passion for poetry into the project. Driven by a desire to do something more and to make a change for Indigenous people’s issues, they decided to hold a poetry contest as part of their project. In the past, students never received the opportunity to learn about Aboriginal history, such as the horrors of the residential school system. As a result, many people don’t understand why there are so many issues regarding Indigenous people’s rights today. This has begun to change, as more and more topics on Aboriginal people have begun to be incorporated into our curriculum. However, we still have a long way to go. Many people aren’t aware of the harsh living conditions and difficult lives many Indigenous people lead, and the three girls are hoping this contest will make people aware of these issues while giving youth the opportunity to use their creativity and talent towards a charitable cause. The participants of the contest are all in Grades 5-9, and the poems focus on issues facing Aboriginal people. Each entry requires a minimum $1 donation, and all the proceeds are going to a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of Indigenous communities. The winners are chosen based on the level of impact of their poems, and the trio hopes to potentially have the top ten percentile of applicants perform their poems at a venue.

Below are excerpts from two submissions:

“Walking through the school halls, Into the snowfall, My whole body is freezing, I can’t hear my heavy breathing, When we aren’t awake, They come and take, Little children” From “Mistreating” by Erik Cheung “We gave them knowledge. Like us, they're now superior, But with a language barrier. They can't communicate with their family, But now they fit in with the society. They've forgotten their culture; Will they ever remember? What's lost is lost and gone forever, And never meant to be discovered.” From “For better or for worse?” by Sarah Kuo What Janice, Jessie, and Veronica did is commendable, as they have taken a simple school project an extra step forward by making a positive impact in the community. The three girls have proven that hard work and a will to make a difference are the qualities we need to drive the world towards a better future. Next time you come across something that you feel needs changing, why don’t you take it a step further too?

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SPONSOR Mr. Nick Hamm COACHES Andy Cheng, Mr. Ben Hockley, Nick Kong

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POETRY

CAITLIN STEPHENSON

The Beginning a path leads between the towering pines covered in dew sunlight peeks through as soft moss nurtures the diverse, rough trunks a breeze of autumn provides chills to the trees rustling in the wind a branch lies across the ground there to be crossed everything is still fresh and pure

My Mind is Yours my mind is a book; enter my world, spread my pages, and I will provide an escape; let us get away for a while my mind is a paintbrush; let me use your true colours. I will show you a picture and make you see clearly. my mind is an oak tree; build a swing on my strong branches, and however our wind blows, I will keep us deeply rooted. my mind is a playground; climb all over me, enjoy, but like any child who has fun, you must leave once it becomes dark

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Life Path to Successâ&#x20AC;? come one or all there is a better way for it to be done you will discover the path to success which consists of riches dispel your worries without the enormous feat a phenomenal profession a delectable dwelling oh, you will be the talk of the town yet some may even have quite the audacity to ask if success is in fact something more they go on about feelings happiness kindness relationships but that, my dear friend is really all taboo those are but mere distractions shut them out

Not At Home sometimes it is bad when he starts raising his voice who knows what his goal is for everything goes downhill like it is his wish

it is not supposed to be bad

and I see this when people join us for dinner, because everything changes there is warmth and laughter there is joy

often it is terrible when she begins to cry it becomes even worse I thought tears should be met with understanding

it is not supposed to be terrible

we should feel safe and loved and comfortable and not judged for family is there for one another am I right? occasionally it is horrible when our house is filled with noise stomping, slamming, yelling arguing, crying and defeat

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wHAT’S new reviews CAITLIN STEPHENSON

I was extremely excited for the live action remake of my favourite Disney movie. After seeing it, I do believe this movie is definitely worth checking out! We all have a little kid inside of us that enjoys Disney songs. The movie is very well designed and produced. At first, I was a bit worried of how they would animate the candelabras, clocks and cups or how they might make the beast look realistic, but the CGI really fit well with the movie visuals and was appealing. The “Be Our Guest” musical number was just as hypnotizingly amazing as the original, but obviously much more realistic; I cannot even begin to imagine how much work was put into that scene. The other songs in the film were quite strong, but the only comment I have is that Emma Watson’s voice sounded rather autotuned and edited at times. Belle’s character was definitely further developed in this version, with the inclusion of background events concerning her mother. Luke Evans, who played Gaston, was an excellent character, fully embracing the audacious, conceited antagonistic role, and perfecting songs using a super deep voice. The beast, played by Dan Stevens, even received his own song, and was able to portray both a rough and soft side to the character, making the audience able to sympathize with him. These amazing actors definitely grasped at all the different emotions, and as a result, the film was more effective in this aspect as compared to the 1991 version. What I really enjoyed and will take away from the movie was that it truly explored many different social issues during the French Renaissance period, including education, sexuality, feminism and uniqueness. I would honestly recommend this movie to anyone.

Beauty and the Beast In theatres 4.5/5

This is certainly one of my new favourite Disney movies. With a strong, independent female lead, Moana is a unique, cultural film for children and children at heart. First of all, like any other Disney movie, Moana has great, catchy songs like ‘How Far I’ll Go” and “You’re Welcome”. Moana is a relatable character for many, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson does a fantastic job playing Maui, the famous adventurer, who is complete with animate tattoos of all his accomplishments--- just one example of how boisterous and arrogant he is. This movie is full of funny and cute moments, especially when a dimwitted rooster and an adorable piglet are thrown into the mix. I must say, one part was quite over the top and that was the song by Tamatoa the eccentric crab, called “Shiny”. It was a bit creepy and odd in my opinion, and if I was younger I think I might have had nightmares. Overall, the movie was very well done and I think I enjoyed it because it was quite different from other movies I have seen. I would recommend this film to any Disney lover.

Riverdale Netflix 4/5

Moana On DVD 4.5/5

Although Riverdale is loosely based off of its comic book counterpart, Archie, Riverdale is a darker, more mature and dramatic teen show, with a very different storyline. It provides just the right amount of mystery and cliffhanger endings, creating an interest and audience similar to that of the prior Netflix favourite, Stranger Things. The show features many loveable, well-developed characters and it is really the experienced actors and actresses that make it so much more enjoyable. They play the roles very well and force you to sympathize with all of them. My personal favourite character is Jughead, played by Cole Sprouse, for he has faced many struggles throughout his life and appears to be an extremely dynamic, caring and emotional character. There is also an ever-present “love square”, which totally adds to the drama and emotions throughout every episode. The plot is addictive, and I cannot wait to see what’s going to happen next… I would recommend this to anyone of high school age or older.

Reviews Cont'd

This show is definitely going downhill for a variety of reasons. First of all, hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews make dull jokes and often are not able to read off their teleprompters correctly, which is truly not enjoyable in my opinion. Judge Bruno Tonioli, who regularly rises from his chair and provides grand arm gestures, was hilarious at first, but now, in season 24, it has become a bit much. Len Goodman, another judge who is referred to as the ‘grumpy’ one, is actually the only upright and honest judge there is, and he expresses his traditional, stylistic dance views realistically. This season’s cast includes U.S. Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, Normani Kordei from Fifth Harmony and Heather Morris, who played Brittany on Glee. Those seem to be the only three out of the twelve contestants that would be known to most teenagers. There are many unusual personalities this season, such as actress Charo, who has already sparked controversy by making threatening comments and seems to be a little out of control. There are also some entitled reality television stars and a wacky Saturday Night Live host. Dancing With the Stars is not my favourite show by all means, but I will continue watching it when I have nothing else to do, and even then, it will be for the actual professional dancers, not the stars. I recommend this show if you have a lot of free time, enjoy watching dancers of a variety of ability levels, and like having a good laugh.

Dancing With the Stars (season 24) Television 3/5

Einstein’s Riddle Anna Sandoval

It has been a few weeks since spring break ended. You might have been productive for the past few weeks or you might have slept in and binge-watched Netflix. But that’s alright! I won’t judge. We all needed a break from school. Anyway, I haven’t been very fruitful myself so I fancy our brains are in a stalemate; let’s make those gears turn again, shall we?

A rare fish was stolen from the city aquarium. As the city’s best detective, you were assigned to the case. You track down the thief to a street with five identical houses in a row, but each a different colour. In each house lives a person of a different nationality. They each drink a different beverage, smoke a different type of cigar, and own a different kind of pet, one of which is the missing fish. After a few hours of expert sleuthing, you come up with the following clues: 1. The Brit lives in the red house. 10. The owner who smokes Blends lives 2. The Swede has a dog. next to the cat owner. 3. The Dane drinks tea. 11. The horse’s owner lives next to the 4. The green house is directly to the left of one who smokes Dunhill. the white house. 12. The owner who smokes Blue Masters 5. The green house’s owner drinks coffee. drinks beer. 6. The owner who smokes Pall Mall ci 13. The German smokWes Prince. gars own a bird. 14. The Norwegian lives next to the blue 7. The owner of the yellow house smokes house. Dunhill cigars. 15. The owner who smokes Blends lives 8. The owner living in the centre house next to the one who drinks water. drinks milk. 9. The Norwegian lives in the first house. Continuous solving of logic puzzles and brain teasers will improve your intuition and problem solving skills. For some, solving puzzles is a form of entertainment, while for others, it’s an affliction. Nevertheless, the satisfaction of solving a riddle named after one of the greatest physicists of all time (although there is no concrete evidence that Einstein invented this riddle) is worth it in itself, or maybe not, I can’t speak for the majority of the world. What you think is entirely up to you.

VOLUNTEERING and its benefits teresa co

With a busy life, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, volunteering benefits all individuals. It helps you create a bond with others and develops your social skills. Volunteering is good for your mental and physical health, because it combats depression, makes you happy, increases confidence, and provides a sense of purpose. As many of you know, we need thirty hours to graduate, and many of these fantastic

volunteering opportunities can be found by going on the the municipal volunteering website icanhelp.richmond. ca. There are many diverse opportunities on this website, such as camp leader, teacher assistant, reading buddy, score keeper, sports coach, and many more. If you're considering a new career or are currently uncertain about your future career, volunteering can help you match your experiences with your area of

interest. How much time should you volunteer? You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to volunteer for your whole life for it to benefit you. It is suggested that individuals volunteer 1 - 4 hours per week. Volunteering should make you feel relaxed and entertained, and it should not be a stressful thing to do. How volunteering benefits your health "There's a growing body of research showing that volunteering is associated with better physical and mental health outcomes," says Eric S. Kim, a researcher at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He conducted an experimental method that was later published as a book called Social Science and Medicine. The book provides facts and conclusions that volunteering prevents health issues; for instance, it was proved that "people who volunteered were 47% more likely to get cholesterol checks and 30% more likely to get four shots than those who didn't volunteer."

TEA FOR TWO CLARA WONG

To me, spring break means an opportunity to go out and eat when you could’ve easily made your own meal at home. Spring break is about spending money on food, even when you have leftovers in the fridge and nothing in your bank account. Over those two short but blissful weeks, Kathleen and I were able to visit a number of restaurants and cafes and try many different types of food; my overall favourites were the tea based desserts. We’ve never been a fan of tea, but two dessert places changed my opinion completely. Are you looking to take aesthetic dessert photos that taste as good as they look? If so, we know two places that are the perfect blessing for your Instagram feed!

Our first stop was Cartems Donuterie. They have three locations in Vancouver and we went to the store on Main Street. Kathleen and I tried an Earl Gray tea ($3.00) and two donuts ($3.25 each ): the Earl Gray and the Hazelnut Mocha (a March special). Vegan and gluten friendly options were also available for the two donuts, as well as many other flavours. The donuts were light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of icing. The rose petals in the Earl Gray donut enhanced the flavour of the tea, but didn’t overpower the donut. Also, the coffee flavour in the Hazelnut Mocha was subtle, but enough to satisfy. The Earl Gray tea was easily customizable with sugar and cream on the side. It was the perfect blend of sweetness with a light tea flavour, coming from someone who has never liked tea. Unfortunately, expectations have been raised after visiting Cartems, so we’ll never be satisfied with standard Tim Horton’s donuts anymore. Location: 2190 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5 Wifi: Free (Password - citrusdust) Our other favourite dessert was the London Fog ice cream at Rain or Shine Ice Cream on Cambie Street. Rain or Shine makes their ice cream with only fresh ingredients, and gluten free and vegan options are also available. A single flavour is $4.50, two flavours are $5.00 and a double scoop is $6.00. Waffle cones and gluten free cones are made in store for an extra cost of $1.00 and $0.50 respectively. The homemade ice cream was creamy and smooth, but it also wasn’t too sweet. The lavender in the London Fog was perfectly balanced with the vanilla, which is definitely an accomplishment since lavender can often overwhelm and taste too “flowery.” As you can tell from the background, Rain or Shine has an Instagram-worthy wallpaper that is perfect for ice cream shots. Kathleen and I will definitely be back to try their homemade sundaes and milkshakes (and to take more ice cream wall photos)!

Location: 3382 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W5 Wifi: Free (ShawOpen)

bon appEtit! Angela cheng

At last, spring has come around the corner! I don’t know about you guys, but I’ve waited far too long for winter to end! Since it’s spring, I decided to put together two fruity recipes for you to try with family and friends! Bon appetit!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries Cook Time: 15 mins Ingredients: 16 ounces milk chocolate chips 2 tablespoons shortening 1 pound fresh strawberries Directions: 1. In a double boiler, melt the chocolate and shortening, stirring occasionally until smooth. 2. Holding them by the toothpicks, dip the strawberries into the chocolate mixture. 3. Insert toothpicks into the tops of the strawberries. 4. Turn the strawberries upside down, insert the toothpick into styrofoam for the chocolate to cool. 5. Serve and enjoy the smiles!

Lemon Souffles Ingredients: 8 large lemons (preferably Meyer) 3 large eggs, separated 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Confectioners' sugar, for dusting Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line the baking sheet with parchment. 2. Trim tip end from a lemon so fruit sits level. Cut stem end one-third of the way down, making cut parallel with bottom; reserve top. Repeat with remaining lemons. 3. Hold a lemon above a sieve set over a bowl, and scoop out the pulp. Squeeze the juice from the pulp, and reserve. Repeat with all lemons. Place shells on prepared baking sheet. 6.Combine egg yolks, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup reserved lemon juice, and flour in the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat mixture on medium speed until pale yellow, about 3 minutes. 7. Place bowl over a pan of simmering water; whisk constantly until very thick, about 8 minutes. Remove bowl from heat, and return to mixer. Beat on medium speed until cool, scraping down sides several times, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl, and set aside. 8. Combine egg whites and remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar in clean mixer bowl. Place the bowl over the pan of simmering water, and stir until sugar has dissolved and mixture is warm to the touch. Remove bowl from heat, and return to mixer; beat on low speed until frothy. 9. Gradually increase speed until meringue is shiny and holds soft peaks, 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to overbeat. 10.. Whisk 1/3 of the meringue into the yolk mixture. Gently fold in the remaining meringue. Carefully fill the prepared lemon shells to just below the rims. 11. Transfer baking sheet to oven, and bake until meringue is slightly golden and rises about 1 inch above the shell, about 14 minutes. 12. Remove from oven, and transfer to serving plates. Garnish with the reserved lemon tops, and dust with confectionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sugar. Serve immediately.