A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF
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oday the Missoulian joins educators, students and newspapers worldwide in celebrating the importance of newspapers in classrooms. The Missoulian’s NIE program serves dozens of classrooms in western Montana. To be part of the program, schools, teachers or business sponsors buy newspapers at a special rate for use as classroom resources. Classrooms that participate in the program were invited to observe NIE Week (March 5-9) through a variety of contests and projects sponsored by the Missoulian. Four contests
have become traditional parts of our weeklong celebration: write an editorial; draw an editorial cartoon; write a creative story based on a classified advertisement; and design an ad for an area business. You’ll see the results of all of these contests in this special section. From each of the four contest categories, judges from several Missoulian departments selected a GRAND PRIZE WINNER. These students will each receive a $25 gift card for their outstanding efforts.
ASHLEY KLEIN, NIE Coordinator missoulian.com
Every minute. Every day. The Missoulian is proud to be part of this celebration in learning
Abbigail Olson, Hawthorne Elementary, fourth grade, teachers Michele Riordan and Kristina Fields
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EDITORIAL
EDITORIAL
CLASSIFIED
DESIGN AN AD
Students have strong and varied opinions and they expressed them with excellent editorials. The grand prize goes to Kade McCulloch, a junior at Hellgate High School who is taught by Lew Procacci (Page 4).
Good artwork and critical thinking skills are defining factors when composing an editorial cartoon. Kennedy Max, a Hellgate High School junior taught by Lew Procacci, is the winner (Page 3).
Every classified ad has a story behind it, and we invited students to turn their imaginations loose and make up stories about ads they found in the Missoulian. St. Ignatius Elementary third-grader Sierra Blood takes the top prize. Her teacher is Skye McMaster. (Page 13).
The last contest involved more than 350 students who created ads for 16 area businesses. Everyone in the class produced an ad, which was taken to the business to select one for publication. All of the ads are on display this week at the businesses. The grand champion is Nora Goodwin, an eighth-grader in John Arvish’s class at Victor School. The ad she designed for the Human Resource Council is on Page 5.
ARTICLE
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AD STORY
editorial Cartoon Grand prize
Kennedy Max
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci Editorial Cartoon
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Editorial Grand prize
Should college athletes be paid?
How standardized testing is ineffective
The hot button debate on whether or not college athletes
The yearly standardized tests like the ACT and SAT are completely a waste of time
should be paid has been at the center of the sports world in
for students to stress over. One test should not determine a student’s future. These
the recent years. College sports, particularly men’s football
gender and race bias tests can make or break a students chances of getting into
and basketball generate billions of dollars per year and many
college. Originally the test scores were supposed to predict students’ first year
argue that the athletes deserve a piece of the pie. However,
in college, but studies have proven that students’ high school grades do a better
there area number of reasons why college athletes should not
job at predicting their success in the future. Some colleges are now removing the
be paid. First off, players already receive extensive financial benefits, and in the long
standardized test scores from college admissions. Hampshire College, in Amherst,
run, when less than l% of college athletes go professional, a college diploma is worth
Massachusetts, has stopped accepting ACT and SAT scores, and their class diversity
its weight in gold. Secondly, universities with large endowments will be able to tap
increased from 21% to 31% students of color. The standardized tests only measures
into their immense financial resources, which could subsequently contribute to the
reading, writing, and math, rather than a fuller picture of a student. When you study for
emergence of dynasties. Another issue that emerges is how to distribute the pay in a
those types of tests it’s not a measure of knowledge, it’s a measure of who can study
fair manner. Men’s basketball and football are the only two college sports that generate
the best. Overall if a college wants to see how well a student is doing academically, it
an income and this income is extravagant. Thus these athletes would deserve higher
should look at GPA throughout high school and middle school.
salaries, yet Title 9 of the NCAA rulebook states that all college athletes must receive equal benefits. In conclusion, the beauty of college sports is the knowledge that
Peyton Arledge
players are in it for the love of the game, rather than financial gain.
Grade 11, Hellgate High School
Kade McCulloch
Teacher Lew Procacci
Grade 11, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Lance Comes At Night, Hawthorne Elementary, fourth grade, teacher Emily Weber
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 Cellphones in the Classroom
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School Uniforms Create a Strong Learning
Regardless of a school’s cellphone policy, students usually have their cell phones on
Environment in Public Schools
them. Why not take advantage of today’s improvements in technology? Cell phones
School Uniforms should be required in all public schools. I attended a private school
in a learning environment can be very helpful tools. Students spend a good amount of
and a uniform made every morning more productive. Uniforms help bridge the gap
time learning to navigate and discover all the things that these mini computers have
between different socioeconomic groups Within the school. Yes, young people
to offer, so cell phones should be used to their advantage. The amount of paper that
should be able to express themselves, however, school is an environment based in
is used and wasted in schools is absurd when there is the option of doing work on a
academics and other school related activities. A lack of a dress code can easily distract
cellphone. Students would be able to engage in peer editing or complete assignments
all students and detract from the students’ educations. School uniforms promote
through internet sources without the waste of paper. Cellphones can be a distraction to
school spirit and create a sense of pride in the students and the way that they present
the students, but mainly only if they are trying to hide them from teachers. The stricter
themselves. Students that wear uniforms, particularly in high school, have the tools
the teacher is about cellphone policy, the sneakier the students are. Causing them to
that are necessary to look professional and put together as they enter college and the
be distracted from learning the class material and more focused on not getting caught.
workforce. There are plenty of opportunities for students to express themselves both at
The benefits of having more lenient cell phone policies outweigh what comes out of
school and in their own time. Ultimately, school uniforms promote a safe and healthy
tight restrictions.
learning environment with students that are more ready to learn.
Emma Davis
Dylan Yonce
Grade 11, Hellgate High School
Grade 11, Hellgate High School
Teacher, Lew Procacci
Teacher, Lew Procacci
Grand prize
Nora Goodwin, Victor School, eighth grade, teacher John Arvish
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The best two words students can hear during the winter are “snow day”, but few
Why Tech Suits Should be Banned for 12 and Under
people know what goes into schools cancelling. The main decision that must be
Swimmers
made before school can be cancelled is can the busses run in these conditions? If it
As an athlete representative for Montana Swimming, l had the opportunity to go to
is unsafe for the busses to run their routes with student on board than school will be
Dallas, Texas, for the annual USA swimming convention. The most memorable event
cancelled. This is great for keeping students safe on the way to school but what about
was the 7-hour-long House of Delegates meeting. At this meeting, over 1,000 athletes,
during school? Cold is very important to the health of students, especially if something
coaches, and board members from all over the U.S. debated new rules to add to
like a fire drill happens and kids are forced to be outside for long periods of time. In
the USA swimming rulebook. Among them was the proposal to ban tech suits for
order for schools to close strictly due to cold, wind chill must hit -25 degrees. At that
swimmers ages 12 and under. These suits cost upwards of $100 which implies that the
temperature, with 15 mph winds, frostbite can set occur in 6.5 minutes. Yes having
sport is more expensive than it actually is, and new swimmers who can’t afford one
an unplanned day off school puts a strain on teachers who have to change their
usually get discouraged and might quit. With the increase of young swimmers wearing
schedules to fit their lesson plan in, but if an emergency occurs that forces students
tech suits, it makes them look necessary to the sport. Tech suits are usually only helpful
outside in freezing weather, their health can be in danger. To protect students against
for older swimmers who are trying to better their time or qualify for a meet but, because
harsh weather elements, schools should consider temperature more when making the
younger swimmers are still focusing on technique rather than speed, a suit like this will
decision to cancel school.
not help substantially. Many younger swimmers can easily drop time without a tech suit. Banning these suits for age 12 and under swimmers will benefit beginners in the
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sport, and increase motivation to work hard and be dedicated.
Grade 11, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Claire Becker Grade 11, Hellgate high school Teacher, Lew Procacci
Victoria Redman, Victor School, seventh grade, teacher John Arvish
Kids, Camps & Summer Fun Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Your guide to kids’ camps & summer fun.
Filled with local stories, kids’ activity ideas & safety tips.
Look for Kids, Camps & Summer Fun in the Missoulian on April 8th.
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Over-FIltering Websites in Schools Harms
I am 16 years old, and I don’t want to die. Millions of kids like me sit inside school
Education
institutions everyday. Most come to learn and to build their future, without the
Many students, including myself, are constantly frustrated by website filters in school. I am frequently unable to use online resources for assignments because they are blocked, and I have no recourse to unblock these websites. Student’s frustrations stem from the Children’s lntemet Protection Act (CIPA) which was passed in 2000. This outdated act requires schools to block online material that is “obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors”, and was created to keep students safe online. However, the CIPA has been widely interpreted to allow schools to block any content they want, without notice. When schools filter content beyond CIPA requirements they risk blocking access to legitimate educational resources. Yet many schools ignore this risk. A study by the American Library Association found that the majority of schools filter content beyond the requirements of the CIPA. In recognition of blocked online resources, The American Association of School Librarians created Banned Website Awareness Day to promote how overly restrictive filtering affects student learning. Despite the efforts of librarians and students, the FCC and Department of Education have not responded to concerns about over-filtering. Without governmental action, the CIPA cannot be reformed, and students will continue to lack the educational resources they need.
intention that their future may be ruined in that same day. Unfortunately, the latter has been the reality for many students. In 2018, there have already been 18 American school shootings. Many would argue that this problem could be solved simply by the distribution of firearms to teachers for self-defense. However, this is not the most effective way to control shootings. In this scenario, these extremely dangerous weapons are introduced further inside of the schools, where they shouldn’t be in the first place. Who says that gun won’t get into the wrong hands? Why should I, as a student, have to attend a school everyday where I fear for my own safety? Instead, guns should be controlled with stricter licenses, so we wouldn’t have the need to defend ourselves. It may take many years to achieve this, but it’s our selfless obligation to ensure that future generations have a safe school environment, where the focus can be on learning instead of on our own security.
Miles Miller Grade 11, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Finn Westenfelder Grade 11, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Elizabeth Camp, Florence-Carlton School, third grade, teacher Melinda Hettick
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On Gun Control
A New Approach to Old-School Education
On Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 14, 2018, 17 people were murdered and 14 injured in a
While the current public schooling system excels in cultivating basic knowledge
brutal mass shooting in Parkland, Florida. This is the 18th such shooting in America in
and understanding of important topics, it does little to encourage self-determination,
2018 alone. It seems that every month, we hear a story of the mass killings of children,
development, and exploration. Ask any high school student, and they couldn’t tell you
teachers, and other innocents, violently murdered while carrying out daily routines not
how many times they’ve learned the Pythagorean theorem, or that the mitochondria is
dissimilar to our own. Like clockwork, our phones light up with breaking news alerts
the powerhouse of the cell; however, if you were to ask a student to recount something
carrying an onslaught of horrific details. The brutality of this American phenomenon
that school has taught them which will directly benefit the career they choose to
has become trivial; we are numbed to the bloodshed which confronts us almost daily.
pursue, many will be unable to answer. This is because, while high schoolers are
This anesthetization is arguably more dangerous than any assault rifle. Americans
finally allowed to choose electives and their own classes, they are still restricted by
cannot forget that they have the power to change this reality which so often seems
class requirements which can, at times, feel antiquated. For example, why should I
inescapable. While we cannot prevent all violence, heal all mental illness, or identify
be required to take three times the amount of math classes as fine arts classes when
all criminals before they act, we can fight for an end to the widespread availability of
l aspire to pursue the latter. Though an understanding of all the required topics is
firearms. I urge every citizen to push for gun control, whatever that may mean to you,
important to have, many —including myself— find themselves taking a class for a
from stricter vetting processes to a complete ban. We have the power to create a safer
credit, rather than an education. Allowing alternate paths and approaches to study
future.
would not only encourage determination, development, and exploration in students, but would acknowledge the rapidly progressing nature of post-graduation pursuits.
Emma Peasley Grade 11, Hellgate High School
Matthew Knight
Teacher, Lew Procacci
Grade 11, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Maia Saltsman, Meadow Hill Middle School, sixth grade, teacher Tamara McDermott
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Miles Miller
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Editorial Cartoon
Connor Flanagen
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Max Rosenthal, Florence-Carlton School, third grade, teacher Suzy Miller
Editorial Cartoon
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 The Reality of Gym Class in High School The purpose of gym class originally was to encourage us to practice healthy habits. The reality, however, is quite the opposite. If anything, this class makes students dread working out rather than motivating us to. Anxiety hits us every time we step into the locker room. Self confidence is drained if you are just a little slower than those couple of sporty kids. Yes, exercise is important, but this class ruins it for us. I will never attempt to run the M after the final. Not even the athletes benefit, already training for and playing sports. At the very least, there should be a variety. Options of gym classes like there are options for almost any other. For example, a conditioning for fast-paced athletes, independent workouts which is what people beside the most from, but is sadly the opposite of gym class. After already nine years of P.E, another idea is to make it an elective or close it down altogether. Instead of gym class, like the upperclassmen, we should fill it with an elective that will benefit us. I believe I speak for everyone when I say that gym class does more bad than good, regardless of intention.
Zoe Hulsey Grade 9, Hellgate High School Teacher, Lew Procacci
Dusk Johnson
Hellgate High School, ninth grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Cora Matt, St. Ignatius Elementary, fourth grade, teacher Tim Krantz
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Dillon Deschamps
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Editorial Cartoon
Zara Noonan
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Kaelynn Hopfauf, Bonner Elementary, third grade, teacher Kara Reardon
Editorial Cartoon
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
creative classified ad story Grand prize
Husky/wolf pups, 1st shots – call 406-745-6776 for more pictures and info. $600 – St. Ignatius
This is a story about some puppies. This is how it starts … These puppies are so cute! Who would want to sell them?! This is what I think. They don’t want to clean up after the puppies or they can’t afford the puppies food. Maybe they don’t have time for walks or baths. They also could be selling them for more money. Who needs $600 when they have puppies! Puppies are adorable! Instead of training them when they’re old train them when they’re young! They’re also really good cuddlers. Some puppies like these huskies love snow! Maybe some don’t but that doesn’t make them bad puppies. They’re still cute and loveable. Even some are poofy, puffy, and soft. But some puppies ears are the softest part of their whole entire body! Some puppies grow up to be firedogs. Some might be helper dogs, some could be just loving family dogs. I love puppies! They’re one of my favorite animals. Puppies are one of the best animals in the world! Like I said puppies are adorable!
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My 6 puppies!
I found 6 poor little puppies. No one wanted them but me. When I got home the puppies all ran into the kitchen. I got a big bowl got some food and gave to them. They all gobbled it up like really fast. Then they all curled up on the couch and fell asleep. I laid with them. The in the morning I heard noise in the kitchen dog food all over the floor! Then it was time. I trained the dogs over and over. Soon they weren’t puppies no more they were dogs. Big ones to it was time to get them new homes. After that they all had new homes. After I got home it was quiet. But I liked it. Everything was good again. Everything was normal.
JuDaya Azure-Matt St. Ignatius Elementary, third grade, teacher Skye McMaster
Sierra Blood St. Ignatius Elementary, third grade, teacher Skye McMaster
Brayden Wallace, Meadow Hill Middle School, sixth grade, teacher Tamara McDermott
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Nicole Parker
Hellgate High School, ninth grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Editorial Cartoon
Nicole Schaller
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Brooklyn Roose, Lewis & Clark Elementary, fifth grade, teacher Leslie Ferrell
Editorial Cartoon
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Daynen Clouse
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Editorial Cartoon
Chloe Jarvis
Hellgate High School, 11th grade, teacher Lew Procacci
Josephine Fyant, Frenchtown School, sixth grade, teacher alene Normand
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Owen Nasgovitz age 9, Missoula
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Jorja Lloyd
second grade, Frenchtown Elementary
Jaxon Haynes, Frenchtown School, fourth grade, teacher Dalene Normand
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Ivan Chinikaylo
second grade, Frenchtown Elementary
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Jillian Hanson
second grade, Frenchtown Elementary
Jorja Lloyd, Frenchtown Elementary, second grade, teacher Kim Duke
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Isabele Zeckzer
second grade, Frenchtown Elementary
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Angela Hood
second grade, Frenchtown Elementary
Layton Stubb, Florence-Carlton School, first grade, teacher Karla Crawford
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Jordan King
age 10, St. Ignatius
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Amelia Cronk
age 11, St. Ignatius
Finn Nowels, Rattlesnake Elementary, third grade, teacher Maureen Loewenwarter
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