Volume 1 Issue 3
Amanda Huffman
Letter From the Editor
Hey TBHS, I would like to thank staff members Kiker, Belcher, Bochantin, and Henderson for working diligently for TBHS Unleashed throughout first semester. Their hard work has contributed to the success of our newsmagazine. I wish the best for them in whatever they choose to pursue. With that being said, I’d like to welcome Zack Hudgens (11), Megan Ryba (10), Paige Martin (11), Jenna Massey(10), Keith Shepherd (11), Olivia Grelle (10), and the select freshmen staff (pg 3) to the TBHS Unleashed team. For this month’s issue, we wanted to highlight the one thing that best defines our generation and today’s society: technology. Recent advancements in technology have reformed the way we communicate, learn, listen to music, and receive information. For example, our online publication (tbhsunleashed.troy.k12.mo.us) is convenient for readers who want instant access to our articles, which I still encourage you to check out. Also, have your voice heard by submitting a letter to the editor to either me or Ms. O in room 219.
Sincerely, Amanda
photo by KaylaGardner Farewell to senior staff members Jessa Kiker, Mallory Bochantin, Alyssa Henderson, and John Belcher.
Teen Dependency on Technology AmandaHuffman/editor-in-chief
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jamming out to their iPods, and gossiping about the hottest drama on Facebook and Twitter. Students should be at school to learn, not to chit-chat about petty rumors found on social networking sites. Nearly a decade ago, today’s most popular technology didn’t even exist, yet it seems to be taken for granted. To some students, a day without a cell phone or Jacob Wadsworth (12) and Sam Nelson (11) are relient on their cell phones during lunch. Facebook feels like an eternity. Growing up in an era where technology “You can’t go a day without Facebook. thrives, teenagers revolve their lives around My girlfriend is always on Facebook on cell phones, video games, and social her phone,” said Dakota Gipson (11). networking sites like Facebook. “We were “Everybody uses technology to do things raised with technology and the more it because it seems to be more efficient.” grows, the more we learn,” said Brittany Though the future of the technology Dickherber (11). industry is looking bright, it will only Although technology has the ability continue to make people more lazy and to connect friends, family, and strangers around the globe, it has made a great impact dependent. Said people will carry on with the need to use auto-correct and calculators on school and the social lives of teenagers. for simple math. If there is ever another Sure, these gadgets have made the lives of most Americans more comfortable, but has dark age resulting in the disappearance of technology, people will show a lack of it taken its toll on today’s youth? When walking down the crowded halls of resilience and will not know how to adjust TBHS, students are seen using their phones, their lives accordingly.
New Staffers on Hobbies and Uniqueness AmandaHuffman/editor-in-chief
Six freshmen were recently added to the TBHS Unleashed staff. They share their favorite hobbies and what makes them unique. “I love performing “I play the trumpet. arts like singing and I’m unique because I dancing. My sense have the ability to stay of humor makes me positive through tough unique.” times.” AMY JONES KAYLIE MORRIS
“I play basketball. I’m also creative.” KAYLA KENSHALO
photos by ToriHeppermann & KaylaGardner
“I play baseball, and I skateboard. I have a unique taste in style.” SETH STRUNK
Editorial Staff AmandaHuffman/ editor-in-chief ToriHeppermann/ managing editor MalloryBochantin/ business manager LancePatrick/ sports editor
staff: JohnBelcher KaylaBishop CaylaBrown RachelCaldwell JenniferFiroved KaylaGardner AlyssaHenderson HaileighHeppermann AmyJones KaylaKenshalo JessaKiker JoHannahMcDonald KaylieMorris CheyenneRodgers SethStrunk MeaganWeldon DakotaZinn contributer: ZackHudgens MojisolaOladehin/adviser
“I play soccer, softball, and basketball. I also have a unique interest in politics.” SAMANTHA MILLER “I like taking pictures, baking, and I’m really good at math.” MEAGAN WELDON
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You Tube J. Kiker FPS or RPG? I like the RPG’s. They’re way more fun and creative. Pg 7 J. Firoved Death of Myspace. Never had one. Couldn’t care less. Pg 10 L. Patrick The ladies like me, and I like Facebook. The proof is in the pudding on Pg 10.
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K. Morris Have you heard of Google +? Check it out. Pg 5 C. Rogers Concept Cars Kind of ugly, but very useful. Pg 12 K. Bishop Speaking of concepts, check out 2012 technology. Pg 12 H. Hepperman Competition Between Netflix, Hulu, Redbox, and Blockbuster. Pg 5
Some people might know about YouTube solely because of its aid various stars rise to fame or because of the millions of videos posted daily. Since YouTube was launched in November of 2005 by Steve Chen and Chad Hurley, it has greatly influenced the way people view the internet and media. Chen
M. Bochantin I noticed the library has something new. Nooks. Pg 6
R. Caldwell The ‘Smart’ Alternate. Informative, but irritating. Pg 11 K. Gardner You wanna know what Grinds my Gears about phones? Read Pg 10 C. Brown I can’t understand when people use text lingo, so I made a guide. Pg 11
EDITORIAL POLICY: TBHS Unleashed is a free, monthly publication produced by Troy Buchanan High School’s newspaper staff. TBHS Unleashed functions as an open forum, with the intention of accurately and fairly reporting the news to the student body, faculty, and administration of TBHS, as well as the surrounding comunity. TBHS Unleashed is solely funded by advertisers. Advertisements that appear in TBHS Unleashed do not necessarily represent the beliefs or viewpoint of the newspaper. The opinions expressed in this newsmagazine may not be those of TBHS, Lincoln County R-III School District, faculty, staff, or administration. TBHS Unleashed is a member of the Quill &Scroll Society and SSP of St. Louis. Troy Buchanan High School is located at 1190 Old Cap-Au-Gris Rd. in Troy, Missouri.
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It is amazing how technology advances so quickly. I mean just a few decades ago, cell phones didn’t even exist.
K. Kenshalo Speaking of the freshmen athletes, I wrote aWhat in the world... ? profile on Coach Ruether. Pg 14
Now we have machines that do stuff for us and pretty soon, we’re gonna have robot people running around.
T. Hepperman Trends These trends are so cute! That’s why they are in every issue :) Pg 15 A. Huffman Hey, I’m in every issue too! Pg 2 K. Gardner Don’t forget Oh Snap! Pg 16 C. Rogers TBHS Talks. It’s not what I think; it’s what they think. Pg 14
A. Henderson I made the cover. I’m sooo proud of it. Cover illustration by Alyssa Henderson. Cover concept by Jessalyn Kiker.
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( Video Stores Meet Their Match HaileighHeppermann/staff
Netflix has a flat rate fee of $10 a month with no late, shipping or handling fees with unlimited rentals that have no due dates. Netflix is all done online with an account you create. Netflix has streaming video options that offer a lot of television shows that are not carried on sites, like Hulu. If you want to watch the past seasons of popular television shows, Netflix has plenty of them available. Netflix has millions of subscribers. You are allowed to create an order list or a wish list of DVD’s that you would like to order from Netflix. Netflix sends the DVD’s from the order list through the mail. Red Box is $1 per night DVD rental allowing you to receive newer releases and some older movies, but it is not like Blockbuster where there are movies from years ago. Red Box is located at McDonalds, in grocery stores, gas stations etc. It is convenient when you can walk right up to the kiosk and rent a movie, but when the machine
is not working and there is no one around to help you or fix it, it becomes frustrating for most people. Red Box allows you to rent as many movies as wanted, but the dollar per night fee can add up if not returned the next day. Hulu is an online account for the Untied States and Japan with streaming television shows and movies where you can watch anywhere at any time as long as you have access to the internet. Hulu allows subscribers to make list of shows they want to watch next. Hulu has a simple layout, allowing users to easily skim though movies and TV shows. Hulu also has many movie trailers available for subscribers to view. Traditional video stores are all done by walking in and choosing from old or new releases. Most video stores have a different fee for each movie with four day retails usually. Late and damaged fees do vary within the video store. Not many video stores have online streaming like Netflix or Hulu.
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While Netflix, Redbox and Hulu are growing most video stores are losing business. Are Netflix, Red Box, and Hulu going to overrule Blockbuster or other video stores? The deals that Netflix, Red Box, and Hulu offer allow subscribers to have access movies and TV shows right at home, making them change the price of videos and games. The only advantage blockbuster has is its collection older movies that Netflix, Red Box, Hulu might not have. If Blockbuster does not change the way they bring in customers soon, there may not be a single video store in your area.
Google + Social Network = Unknown Stories, Poems, and Rants, Oh My KaylieMorris/staff
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Larry Page and Sergey Brin are CEO and Co-Founder of Google.
Google+ (plus) is a new social network operated by Google. Google designed the website to make it easy to connect with friends. To do this, Google+ allows multiple person video chats and online games that Google+ subscribers can play. Google+ members can also organize their friends into circles; family goes in one circle, friends in another, and co-workers in a third. One down side during beta testing was that a person had to know important people to get an invite to join the site. Now that testing is over, the public can join. Unfortunately, kids under the age of 18 are rest using Google+. Morgan Tackett (10) said, “I think it’s a good thing that Google has an age limit. I mean Facebook has a limit; it’s a responsibility thing, kind of like driving! You have to wait till you are old enough to handle it.” On the contrary, Jennifer McCormack (9) said, “I think that everybody should be able to use it. How is it supposed to be better than Facebook if nobody can use it?” So, how does Google+ compare to Facebook? Almost everybody can use Facebook. It’s easy to use and there are no age restrictions. Savannah Bogert (9) said, “Facebook will be beat by Google+. Facebook isn’t as good as it used to be. It has so much drama on it and Google+ may lower the restrictions.” Will Google+ lower the age restrictions and allow everyone to enjoy its many features?
ZachHudgens/contributing writer
This February, the TBHS Literary Guild will be hosting a writing events, the likes of which has not been seen before in TBHS halls: Writer’s Week. Running from the February 1517, Writer’s Week will feature “homegrown talent as well as published, professional writers.” Essays, poems, short stories, and rants are all eligible for submission by any student who wish to share his or her literature with an attentive audience. Submission does not guarantee acceptance, however; submitted writing will be judged for “quality, originality, and audience appeal of their manuscripts.” Brian Katcher, author of such celebrated young adult novels
such as Playing With Matches and Almost Perfect will be giving students a speech on writing during Writer’s Week. Katcher shared experiences and advise for aspiring writers. Q: What/who influenced you to become a writer? A: Believe it or not, I never had any desire to be a writer, and I never wrote anything creatively until I was 25. I read a lot, but I never had any interest in writing a book of my own. It was only when I’d moved down to Mexico and my girlfriend dumped me that I decided to fill the hours with trying to create a book. Much to my shock, I realized I enjoyed it. continued on page 13
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Nooks, Kindle Kills the Bookstore MalloryBochantin/staff
Not long ago, one could walk into a library or classroom and find children with their noses stuck in books, eyes glued to the pages as they explored the magnificent worlds before them. Do the same thing today, however, and the scene is much different: Kindles and Nooks held in hands stoically as people glance briefly at screens, words illuminated brightly and faces aglow with the phosphorescence of technology. With the technological era nearing its peak, it is only natural that books have finally succumbed to new hi-tech devices such as Amazon’s Kindle and Barnes & Noble’s Nook. Even Apple has caught on; they now offer full, unabridged books on iPads and iPod Touches. Some may consider the transition to be the first step in the future of reading. Others, though, would argue that this increase in digital books has not only killed the bookstore, but the drive to read as well. “Nooks and Kindles are valuable in the sense that you can take them anywhere and are space-saving, but they put small bookstores out of business,” notes Caitlyn Burkemper (11). Indeed, bookstores are suffering; Border’s Bookstore, for example, was the most recent chain to close over 300 of its doors. And it may not be the last. As these devices begin to catch on, and as more and more upgrades are being made to
the current models, an unfortunate trend is brewing. How long before modern society is left with no bookstores to speak of? How long before one is unable to walk into a bookstore and read the latest bestseller whilst drinking coffee in the in-store café? How long before tangible evidence of classic novels cease to exist in public domain, resting only behind glass walls at museums? Finally, what about the Kindle’s effect on reading? Does it encourage people to read more, with its easily obtainable books, downloaded in under a minute? Or does it frustrate users who lack access to hi-speed internet connections and must wait several minutes for the gadget’s store to load? While there may not be substantial proof that they decrease or increase the amount of time spent reading, it is safe to assume that some people may opt out of reading entirely if e-books are their only options. The progress being made in technology is indisputable. Much has been accomplished in recent years, most of which not only makes life easier but also improves the daily tasks people perform. Nevertheless, when it comes to reading, there exists many bookworms that wish the advancements would stop, leaving the ubiquitous bookstore – and its loyal inhabitants – untouched.
Photograph by AlyssaHenderson
Nooks Available in TBHS, NGC Libraries
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Brandon Cissell (11) checked out a Nook from Librarian Georganna Krumlinde.
Nooks are currently available for checkout in both the TBHS and NGC libraries. Students wishing to check out one of the six Nooks should obtain an E-Reader Agreement Form from Librarians Georganna Krumlinde and Kim Branham. The form must be signed by both students and parents before a Nook can be checked out for a two-week period. They come equipped with 2012 Gateway Reader books and classic novels. If lost or damaged, students are responsible for the $200 replacement fee.
JessalynKiker/staff
Everyone knows the conflict: First can rarely be enjoyed without the company Person Shooters (FPS) or Role Playing of others after the first playthrough. Games (RPG)? Both have their ups and When playing an RPG, there are downs and certainly their own mass of advantages and disadvantages. RPGs need followers. Some students are into FPS plenty of time for a player to do everything games like Call of Duty (COD), HALO, possible in the game. Not only do they and Battlefield. Likewise, there are have a story line, they also have side quests those who enjoy a good RPG game like to complete at one’s leisure. When playing Darksiders, God of War, and Assassins an RPG, the player works at their own pace Creed. Each type has specific differences and create a character specific to his or her that make them unique. intentions. There is much more freedom Most FPS’s require strategy and a in RPGs when it comes to maps, clothes, good eye. story, and Attention character to detail is a features must. These than in games any other develop type of excellent game. hand-eyeTo coordination play an and can RPG, a give vague person history needs lessons like patience, in COD: creativity, World at and a War. love of “FPS’s “RPG’s are just more interactive and being game are better objective based is helpful in completing tasks.” play. It is because possible -Ashley Reinig (12) less effort to play is needed to have fun. You pick what you these games over and over and have a want and go,” Meagan Hamilton (12) different outcome each time. “RPG’s are said. However, these games also require just more interactive and being objective constant creativity to stay interesting. based is helpful in completing tasks,” After hours of repetitive game play, new says Ashley Reinig (12). Take Fable, for techniques such as 360-ing and quick example. Everything the player does scoping have emerged. The story modes of affects the outcome of the game. Choices most of these games are short and don’t must be made at every turn to develop have a lot of replay value. Most of the fun the character. The downside of RPGs of these games must be found online and is that they can get lengthy and difficult to complete, especially if a gamer has a short attention span. Many elements in RPGs may require redoing the same task numerous times to complete a mission or objective. It is important, when playing RPGs, to remember that the point of a good RPG is to have fun.
To Wii or not to Wii DakotaZinn/staff
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XBOX 360: First Person Shooters or Role Playing Games?
The new Wii-U, releasing sometime after 2012, is the most anticipated Nintendo console since the original Wii was released in 2006. The new Wii features an imbedded 6.2 inch touch screen external controller, the Wii Remote Plus, and supports all previous Wii controller input devices, including the Nunchuck controller, the Classic Controller, the Classic Controller Pro, and the Wii Balance Board. The Wii Remote Plus includes two analog circle pads, which remove the traditional barriers between games, players, and the TV by creating a second window into the game world. The controller includes a power button, home button, +control pad, a/b/y/x buttons, L/R buttons, and ZL/ZR buttons. A built-in accelerometer, gyroscope, rumble feature, camera, microphone, stereo speakers, sensor strip, and a stylus. It will have an internal flash memory, as well as the option to save to an external USB hard drive disk drive, or an SD memory card. The touch screen display on the controller enables the player to play selected games even when the television is turned off, by displaying the game on the controller, or use both displays at the same time. “It basically combines the Wii and Nintendo DS together and has the most up-to-date graphics I’ve seen. I’m definitely going to get it,” said Lane Crouch (10). The touch screen also enables the user to zoom in on websites or other content viewed through the system and the gyroscope enables the Wii Remote Plus to be turned on its side and still display upright, comparable to Apple’s IPod and IPhone gyroscopes. The Wii-U will be backward compatible with original Wii games; however, it will not be compatible with Nintendo GameCube media.
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iNNOVATION NEVER DIES
On October 5, 2011, the world was forced to endure the death of one of the nation’s (arguably the world’s) most brilliant innovators. As if that was not enough, people everywhere are now witnessing the effects of his loss. Despite the success of Apple in recent years, there are still expected to be a few negative effects and a slight decline in stock. Considering Jobs was the largest individual shareholder in Disney stock, which provided him with most of his fortune, hence the latter organization, may also see a decline. However, with Apple operating at more than $70 billion and Disney worth even more, the minimal declines in stock are hardly much to worry about. With a mind such as Jobs’, it is reasonable to worry about the future of Apple. His bright ideas, undeniable genius, and eccentric personality changed not only the company, but helped to drastically change the world of not only today, but tomorrow as well. Fortunately Apple has spent the last few years
Stephanie Barton (12)
“I think the company will stay strong to this day and age because right now is a technological advanced time. I think it will be strong even though he is gone.�
What do you think will happen to Apple now that Steve Jobs has died?
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Josh Deshaney (10)
“My guess is that the new owner of Apple will merge with other designers to create the inventions Steve Jobs left behind.�
Ă€OOLQJ LQ IRU -REV NQRZLQJ WKDW KLV KHDOWK ZDV RQ the decline. Ergo, CEO Tim Cook has the swing of things and lead designer Jonathan Ive is no a rookie to the company. Daily Ticker writer Peter Gorenstein says, “In the end, the only thing we know is: things will be different. And, as Steve Jobs proved, different has the potential to be much better.â€? As the technological industry approaches a dark future, the world’s most daring and brilliant individuals must light the way without Steve Jobs. Nonetheless, people cannot forget all of the advantages gained from his productive life. The technology, ideas, and aspirations derived from such a bold, pioneering man will never die as his body did. His spirit made such a monumental contribution to mankind that it will allow Apple to succeed even without him, just as the world’s remaining intellectuals will persevere through inspiration. Thus, in his words, one may discover life’s most noteworthy of lessons: “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.â€?
Jennifer Byrd (12)
“Honestly, even though he was the head innovator, I think it shouldn’t do too much damage to the company because everyone working there looks up to him and his memory and will try to keep the company going.�
John Fiebiger (10) “I think That Apple will stay mostly the same.�
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Broadcasting a Generation SethStrunk/staff
Some people might know about YouTube solely because of its aid in various stars rise to fame or because of the millions of videos posted daily.
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Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia, currently contains more than 3,810,641 articles. When researching for school papers or any other reason, most students turn to Wikipedia. Even though millions of people use it, just how reliable is Wikipedia as a source? Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia, currently contains more than 3,810,641 articles which is why so many people refer to it. The site is fast, easy, and contains more information than one could imagine. What people may not consider is how exactly the information gets on the site. Wikipedia’s “About Wikipediaâ€? page clearly states, “Anyone with Internet access can write and make changes to Wikipedia articles‌ People of all ages, cultures, and, backgrounds can add or edit articles, prose, references, images, and other media here.â€? This
means that the article one researches could have been written by anyone. As long as a person has an account on Wikipedia, he or she can change anything. Wikipedia relies on the information provided by random strangers, not expert researchers, and it is dangerous to use because it could possibly be wrong. Karlee Hanson (9) said, “I don’t use Wikipedia because it doesn’t give accurate information. Anyone can just go in and change the wording.� There are some cases where newspaper reporters have used Wikipedia as a resource for an article and later learn the information they used was false. After the story was printed, many people read it and believed it. Imagine if Wikipedia was used as a reference source for an assignment and the information was wrong. A student may not know the difference, but the teacher most likely will. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia
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MySpace was once the international “hotspot” on the World Wide Web. Today, the decline in active users is as steady as the increase of Facebook users. According to bbc.com, MySpace lost over 10 million users in January. The once notorious social site has been replaced by the likes of Twitter and Facebook. “It’s outdated and a waste of time,” said Kayla Drago (12). “I stopped using it because nobody got on it anymore,” said Destiny Colvin (12). MySpace has made several attempts to regain its lost users by changing not only its appearance, but the general output of the site. One of MySpace’s numerous attempts included
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changing its original slogan from “a place for friends” to “discover and be discovered.” Following that change, MySpace is no longer considered a social networking site by the company itself or the loyal users it has managed to maintain. Now, it is a place for new and old musical artists. The site has also changed its purple color to a neater black and gray palette, giving the site a more professional look. MySpace tried to broaden its users by appealing to audiences it once did not. It tried to reach the fashion community by launching MyFashion. MyFashion is a page that posts videos of celebrities shopping and showcases the kind of styles they like. It also follows designers behind the scenes. So far these attempts
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have not saved or regained the lost users, but MySpace plows on with what is being called a “Mash Up with Facebook,” allowing users to connect with their Facebooks on MySpace. “I was addicted to MySpace, I am currently addicted to Facebook, and expect to be addicted to Twitter in the future,” said Jasmine Mathews (12). Facebook is expected to turn out like MySpace, and just as Facebook overtook MySpace, Twitter is expected to overthrow Facebook. This process will likely be repeated as new social networking sites are created. Though MySpace has been forgotten and replaced, it is inevitable the process shall be never-ending as long as the internet lives on.
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What really irks me and drives me insane is when people text in class and then ask a billion questions about what is going on in class. I wish people would have enough self decency and not waste their time on pointless texts or statuses KaylaGardner/staff during school. When someone stop the lesson in the middle of class to ask pointless and self explanatory questions, it makes me want to throw his/her phone up against the wall. Could you please just pay attention? While you were asking your questions, we could have been getting more done in class. Since we are not getting as much done in class because you had to stop to ask your ridiculous questions, I now have to do more of it on my own time. If you are going to choose to text in class, then would you do us all the favor of using your own time to ask questions instead of wasting more class time? I can almost guarantee with 99% accuracy that the text you sent and the status or tweet you posted is going to affect your future negatively. Instead of tweeting, making statuses or sending irrelevant text messages, you could have been paying attention to what is going on in school. The work in class is what is going to take you further in life and help you build a better future. If you honestly think about which is more important, I am sure that you would decide not to text in class anymore. Think ten years from today. Are you going to be in college, have a job, start a family, or are you going to still be talking about the same text messages that you sent during high school? Be more respectful, not only to others, but yourself. It is not just their time you are wasting; it is yours too.
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The Art of the ‘Liked’ Status LancePatrick /staff
“What’s on your mind?” The question in the status update box appears simple at first. Anyone could describe his or her day at school, what he or she ate for lunch, his or her deep inner feelings toward Bobby or Sue, or even his or her plans for later that night. A status like this, however, will likely be passed over without more than a glance from the reader. Every person loves being praised and revered for their actions and ideas. The goal of a successful status update is no different. If that person wants to draw in the readers and receive those coveted status likes and comments, there are a few rules that must be followed. First, it is necessary to understand which demographic one is trying to reach. Facebook statistics released that the average user has 130 friends. Chances are, with such high volumes of friends, those people have come from a variety of different backgrounds and furnish different beliefs. By choosing a specific demographic to address, people who fall into that clique will connect better to the status, thus improving the reader rating and probability of receiving that like or comment. Next, one must ask if the topic is relevant and engaging. The turkey sandwich consumed during lunch is neither interesting nor does it relate to the reader (unless that turkey sandwich lunch relates to a mutual event with a certain demographic). A better alternative involves posting an insightful opinion about a current issue or perhaps posting a witty response to a problem. Quoting an exciting or hilarious moment experienced within a group of mutual friends is also an effective option. Mastering the art of receiving those uplifting likes and comments takes time and practice. There are many tricks of the trades that aren’t covered here that will improve one’s results. The only way to discover them is through trial-anderror or taking notes from the pros. With this in mind, soon enough everyone can master the art of the ‘liked’ status.
Text Lingo
Do you find yourself befuddled, bemused, or bewildered by the texts you receive? Text acronyms, or seen to some as jumbled groupings of letters, have given the nation a twist on the way America communicates. Here are a few examples: jk- just kidding ftw- for the win wdymbt- what do you hbu- how about you? mean by that? omh- over my head sry- sorry lol- laugh out loud nvm- never mind ttyl- talk to you later idk- I don’t know ttly- totally smh- shaking my head ikr- I know, right? omw-on my way nm- not much stby- sucks to be you brb- be right back btw- by the way wywh- wish you were here jw-just wondering g2g- got to go hw- homework pls- please kk- ok gal- get a life orly?- oh really? idc- I don’t care sys- see you soon tgif- thank god, it’s friday! fb- facebook compiled by: CaylaBrown/staff
The Smart Alternative? RachelCaldwell/staff
Smart phones are the popular phones that provide people with amazing apps, infinite information, and instant internet connection almost anywhere. But what happens when you receive too many text messages or you download too many apps? Emily Bass (10), owner of a Samsung Flight 2 from AT & T, has gone crazy because of her phone! After about a month of owning her phone, problems arose when it started to “randomly call people.” The problems got increasingly worse when her internet decided to stop at times. She no longer enjoys and sometimes regrets getting her phone. She does like the full key board and touch screen. Emily also believes that downloadable apps or text-tospeech make smart phones more attractive. Kara Hunsel (10) is the owner of a LG Optimus from Sprint. Although she loves her phone to death, the dilemma she had with her phone drove her “up the wall.” After just three months of having the phone it wouldn’t charge. Luckily this issue was quickly resolved and Kara is happy with her phone again. She believes smart phones have an advantage over normal phones because of their access to the internet. Stefanie Maraczi (11) has the desirable HTC Desire from U.S. Cellular. She absolutely loves it, except when she forgets to delete old texts messages. “I have like 2000 texts,” Stefanie says. It freezes for a moment before returning to normal but it still can be annoying. Maraczi also said that she likes advantages that the smart phones provide, such as internet and apps. Lexi Scott (11) owns a Verizon Incredible which she bought when it first came out. The only problem she has with the Incredible is that the phone’s internet is getting slower every day and is taking longer to download apps. Despite this issue, she still likes her phone and does not regret buying it. Her favorite thing is the internet which she uses to look things up at times. She also loves playing her favorite game, Angry Birds, another luxury of smart phones.
Literature In the World CaylaBrown/staff
Bookcrossing.com is known as the World’s library, a place where books get new life. Members can read, rate, and review books, then send them out into the world by “free releasing” or by shipping them to others to be enjoyed. There are over 975,000 members from all over the globe who share their love of reading. It is free to create an account and once a member, you can track books to see where in the world they end up. The goal of Bookcrossing is to connect people through books.
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Concept Cars Offer Innovative, Cleaner Alternative CheyenneRogers/staff
Concept cars are display cars that showcase concept cars are just prototypes, but some make it to production. new styles or technologies. Most cars are The 2011-2012 Chevrolet Camaro was a shown at motor or auto shows to gauge concept car until the manufacturer decided future customers’ reactions and comments to produce it, and make it affordable for on new designs. Some ideas and designs everyone to buy. Most concept cars appear may or may not be produced. Concept cars to have no wheels, even though they have never go directly to production; the design is 21 inch wheels. The tires are actually built tweaked and later finalized. The vehicles are into the car. “I think that it would also known as prototype cars and are be really hard to change the often confused with prototype tire if it blew out,” said racecars. Brian Youngs (11). Some concept cars Today’s concept are supposed to cars look futuristic help with pollution, and appear to use less and minimize the fabrics and metals. use of gas; most are solar powered, The 2012 Camaro is a prime example of a concept car. Most dealerships believe that concept cars are worth or use electricity. producing because in today’s economy, With the use of a lighter body and built in we are having problems with our gas and bucket seats, less material will be used. oil refineries. They believe that by making “I believe that concept cars will be more fuel efficient and use more electricity, ”said cars use electricity instead of gas it will cut out the need and use of gasoline. In the Corrine Decker (11). Concept cars can be near future, manufacturers want to have minivans, economy cars, and even buses. a computer in every vehicle that runs the Many people have not heard of a concept entire car. People would no longer have to truck, but they do exist. Most are hauling worry about driving because they car would trucks used to transport items; there are control itself, all you have to do is program some that resemble trucks driven today. One of these is the Ford F-250 Super Chief. Most it.
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Technology in 2012: Bigger and Better KaylaBishop/staff
The future is just around the corner with all the new technology coming out next year. Many exciting new inventions and innovations are set to be released. Different students have varying viewpoints on the upcoming technological advancements. Justin Shipley (12) said “I am looking foward to more fast cars because I’m into racing.” There are some fast cars coming on the horizon; Turbo Charger Cars utilize an air compressor used for forced induction of an internal combustion engine. Also soon to be released is the Flexible Samsung Phone which premieres January of this year. It is a phone that that has bendable AMOLED screens 4.5 inches across and 0.3mm thick. It’s so thin you can even roll it up! Jessica Chapman (12) is not looking foward to this new innovation, saying “I just got a new phone. Why do I need something newer?” David Jennings (12) said he already has his ultimate technology- his iPod ,which he can hook up to the television. Whether you are looking foward to the future with bright eyes or clinging to the familiar present, one thing is clear. The future is here.
Across: 1. Popular website that dispels myths 5. Inaccurate online encyclopedia 8. Part of the computer that controls the cursor 10. Device for saving and transporting files 12. Company that created Office 14. You’ve got... 16. Technologically advanced cellular devices 20. Bird Call 21. Mechanical persons 22. Electronic book 23. “The old Facebook” Down: 2. Pamphlet given at a play 3. Company of Macs 4. Sonic the Hedgehog game company 5. Famous operating system 6. Globe-spanning collection of information 7. Popular search engine 8. Main component of a computer 9. Plugin/Cable type 11. Videogame company that devoloped Street Fighter 13. Screen display of a computer 15. Popular social networking site 17. Messages sent from a cellphone 18. Card game 19. Photoshop developer See page 14 for answers.
Freshmen Athlete Q&A AmyJones & JessalynKiker/Staff
Sven Sandvig (Wrestling) Q: To you, what is the most
thrilling part of a match? A: Winning, most definitely. I mean, I don’t always win, but when I do I love the feeling I get when the referee raises my hand and announces that Im the winner. Q: Do you think your coach has prepared you enough for your meets? A: Yes, Coach Woodfin is a great coach. Q: What is your team’s typical reaction to a win? A: Excitement of course. A win is a win.
Hannah Lowery (Girls Basketball) Q: How would you feel if you were in the position to shoot the winning basket right
before the final buzzer? A: Extremely nervous, but excited that my team would trust me enough to make that final basket. Q: How would you feel if you actually made that shot?
TBHS Donates Hope JessalynKiker/ Staff
This year’s canned food drive was a resounding success. A total of 11,010 cans were collected from the staff and students of TBHS. This total can be attributed in part to the mass amount of extra credit offered by multiple teachers, giving students an incentive other than good will to donate non- perishable items. The mass amounts of donations were transported to the Ever Life Food Pantry by Matt Bauman, Jim Zuroweste, and multiple student volunteers on Tuesday, December 20. “I was very surprised by the amount of donations we had.” David Hanke (11) said. This year marked the second biggest donation made by Troy Buchannan to the Ever Life Food Pantry. The food donated will go to struggling families all over the county to
A: To make the winning shot would be amazing. It would make me feel all the more confidant for the season to come. Trace Armstrong (Boys Basketball) Q: Why did you decide to get involved in basketball? A: I’m tall and a lot of people told me I’d probably be good at it so I decided to try out. Q: What is your favorite thing about your sport? A: When I make baskets and score points for the team. Q: What is your least favorite thing about basketball? A: I hate being benched. I like being part of the action. Becca Baumli (Girls Softball) Q: What do you do to prepare for a game? A: I practice every day to make sure I’m as prepared as I can be. Right before a game I will usually listen to my music really loudly to get pumped for the game. Q: How would you feel if you scored the winning run? A: I would feel like I made the team proud and that I was responsible for the win. help make a very merry Christmas. (Continued from page 5)
Q: What was that first story about? Did it ever move beyond the rough draft stage? A: Actually, it was my first book, Playing With Matches. I never expected to finish it, let alone for it to be published. Q: Do you have any advice for student writers? A: Start writing now. I never wrote a thing until I was 25 and I feel that that was a lot of time wasted. Like playing a musical instrument or excelling at a sport, the more you practice the better you’ll be. Don’t worry about getting published, just write from the heart. Also, get the opinions of
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Enroll in Journalism I & learn: Photoshop, design using InDesign, how to write editorial stories, the rules of ethics & digital photography. other people who will give you the honest truth. I never would have been published without my writers’ group. Katcher will be making an appearance at the TBHS Writer’s Week, alongside Antony John and Sierra DeMulder. Students seeking to submit pieces should speak to Deborah George, room 211.
Pike Lincoln Technical Proceeds Despite Fire JenniferFiroved & JoHannahMcDonald/staff
photograph courtesy of Ted Wilkinson
The fire destroyed the majority of Pike-Lincoln’s campus.
TBHS Talks What is the least useful technology? “Auto Correct because when it changes your word and it’s always wrong. It just creates more work for you.” C.J. Addington (10) “IPads, because it’s just a gigantic iPod touch.” Meredith Jones (11)
“CD Players. No one has a CD player anymore.” Will Deaver (11)
On Friday, December 2, 2011, tragedy struck when a fire ignited at Pike Lincoln Technical School in Eolia. The fire caused extensive damage to the campus; nothing was salvageable. Fortunately, the school’s recent addition, a new auto diesel building, was left untouched by the flames. No lives were lost during this disaster, and the school was covered by insurance. Though it was insured, it will still be a financial setback to Pike and Lincoln County school districts. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Industrial Technology teacher Ted Wilkinson said, “It was a total loss; it burnt so bad they can’t tell where it started.” From Monday December 5 to Thursday, December 8 classes were canceled for PikeLincoln Tech students altogether. While the classes were canceled, the Lincoln County school administration put together job shadowing opportunities around the area that went along with the programs that each student is in, to continue the education process. Currently all of the auto-related classes have been moved to the diesel building, while all other classes, which included the center’s computer, nursing, business, and construction programs, were moved to the Clopton Middle School. This building is available and was unused due to the small population in Clopton.
She Shoots, She Scores KaylaKenshalo/staff
“Xbox, because all you do is play video games.” Brendon McCall (11) photograph by KaylaGardner
“VCR, because no one uses those plastic bricks anymore.” Casey Erlitz (10) CheyenneRodgers/staff Answers to crossword on page 12: 1A:Sno pes,5A:Wikipedia,8A:Mouse,10A:Flash Drive, 12A: Microsoft, 14A: Email, 16A:Smart Phone, 20A:Twitter, 21A:Robot, 22A:Nook, 23A:Myspace, 2D: Program, 3D: Apple, 4D:Sega, 5D: Windows, 6D: Internet, 7D:Google, 8D: Modem, 9D: USB, 11D: Capcom, 13D: Monitor, 15D: Facebook, 17D: Text, 18D: Solitaire, 19D: Adobe.
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“I coach because The freshmen I love the game, girl’s basketball always have.” team started the season fiercely with -Beth Ruether many consecutive
wins, catching the public’s attention. With only one loss so far, they have been unstoppable, thanks in part to Beth Ruether. She’s not just a P.E. teacher, but also an incredible basketball coach. Coaching basketball now for three seasons, she has gained a lot of experience, backed
The most unfortunate part of the incident is not the destruction but the loss suffered in the community, including Lincoln and Pike Counties. About 85 Troy Buchanan students lost a place of learning in the blaze and countless memories with it. Krista Hogarth (11), a commuting student of the school, said, “It was shocking at first, but the realization hit me when I saw my teacher cry.” All of the teachers at PikeLincoln lost personal items they had at the school while the students lost projects. Special Education teacher Kirsten Hunchberger, a close friend to some of the technical school teachers said, “A lot of students have told me that they were really sad that they lost projects that they had been working on since the beginning of the school year.” The fire required 125 fire fighters and 40 fire engines from all over Pike and Lincoln counties to extinguish it. Water from the water tower on highway NN by Bowling Green was used to help extinguish the fire. While the Pike-Lincoln officials prepare to reconstruct the damaged premises, only time can heal the wounds left behind in the fire’s wake. The reconstruction of the PikeLincoln Technical School is expected to take a bit of time, but a timeline has not been determined. with firsthand knowledge of the game. Her love of basketball started early in life. Ruether started playing ball at a young age when her cousin asked her to rebound for him. “He taught me a lot and he is my inspiration,” Ruether stated. “I’ve played basketball my entire life, from fourth grade on up. In high school, I was on the Varsity team all four years then went on to play four more years at Washington University.” Ruether said she has high hopes for them this season. “The team hustles and absorbs everything,” she said. “They are always getting better.” She said her team has potential because of its strong work ethic and great attitude towards the sport. “It’s just the little things that the team needs to work on, like boxing out and turnovers,” Ruether said. The freshmen team had a great start, and if Ruether keeps working with the team on the “little things,” they could become champions.
Winter Wear ToriHeppermann/staff
This winter’s fashion is focused on sparkle and shine. Whether glitter, gloss, or sequin, it is the time to shine. Soft colors are a must as well. It is essential to remember that in winter colors shouldn’t be as bright as they are in spring and summer. [In no way means] you have to go black, grey, and brown. Choose colors like lavender, caramel, teal, gold, or maroon. Also, don’t forget to keep warm this winter with a stylish coat.
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HOT GLAM OUR Thick Sweaters
Sequin Boots
Soft & Shiny Colors
Cardigans Leather Jackets
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