October 2016

The World Is Our Campus Volume 64, Issue 2

Arcadia High School 180 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA STUDENT LIFE pg. 18 What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever gotten while trick-or-treating on Halloween?

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SPORTS pg. 16 A Hand-Off to League: Varsity Football piled on the wins with spectacular plays on both sides of the field this season.

“This one lady who lived on my street gave all passing trick-or-treaters candy...canes, most likely from the Christmas of the previous year. I’m not even sure if they were expired or not.”

October 2016 Also in this issue:

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NEWS pg. 4 Serendipity The Pasadena Human Society recently received $10,000 from anonymous donors.

PERFORMING ARTS pg. 14 Chinese American Dancing Group: Immerse yourself in Chinese culture and traditional dance next month.

ACADEMICS pg. 20 Writer’s Block: Some tips for the next time you’re stuck on an essay.

CALENDAR pg. 23 Upcoming Korean Dramas: Brace yourself for another binge-watching session of K-dramas debuting this season.

A New Beginning in Bloom

POWER PAIR Seniors Emi Powers (left) and Maya Khan (right) look forward to an exciting season as Rose Princesses representing the Royal Court before participating in the 128th Rose Parade on Jan. 2, 2017.

By WILLIAM WANG

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asadena’s Tournament of Roses is an annual New Year’s celebration that has paid tribute to the spirit of the community and love of pageantry for over 100 years. Thousands upon thousands of people gather in the streets of Pasadena or huddle around television screens to witness the Rose Parade in all its glory, filled with eyecatching floats, magnificent marching bands, and equestrian performances. The Rose Bowl Game is played the same day to celebrate collegiate football. Perhaps one of the most intriguing aspects of the Tournament of Roses is

the Royal Court, an assemblage of seven women chosen to represent Pasadena, the spirit of the tournament, and their respective schools.

As the Tournament of Roses enters its 128th year, a new Royal Court has been selected and seniors Maya Khan and Emi Powers have been chosen as Rose Princesses. Their selection is an impressive achievement. Roughly 1000 applicants from the greater Pasadena area compete for the seven prestigious positions. The qualifying round consists of a 15-second introductory period during which applicants try to make a lasting impression on a panel of judges. Roughly 250 applicants then proceed to an interview round. That pool is whittled down to approximately 75 semifinalists which is again filtered through interviews to create a group of finalists.

Maya and Emi were selected from among the 34 finalists, making AHS the most well-represented high school in the Rose Princess community.

Being chosen was a remarkable experience for both Apaches. After hearing her name called, Maya was so awestruck that she couldn’t “even remember walking down the steps to get [her] roses and take [her] spot on the court.” Emi, in that moment, “felt so loved and happy” and “couldn’t even believe it was real.” Shouts of parental approval filled the air as the Rose Princesses posed for photos on the stage, enjoying their well-deserved moment of celebration.

Each of the princesses contributes a unique dynamic, and together they represent a diverse spectrum of backgrounds, interests, and hobbies. Potential majors for the seven princesses

range from Pre-med to Computer Science to Broadcast Journalism. Their interests lie in varsity sports, music, volunteering, art, and so much more.

Though the Rose Princesses exhibit a variety of differences, they were ultimately selected in accordance to a common theme.

Beyond being Rose Princesses, what unifies all these women is a belief in the communal good, a passion for their interests, and an attitude of determination. After all, Rose Princess is more than just a title; it’s an obligation and dedication to the community. Rose Princesses will attend dozens of Royal Court events, learn etiquette, promote the Tournament of Roses, and ultimately end their reign as participants in the Rose Parade. The hard work doesn’t detract from the girls’ excitement. Emi in particular is “looking forward to the amazing bonds that [she] is going to create with [her] six new sisters.”

Being a Rose Princess is also about understanding the bigger picture and contributing to it. As Maya put it, “you are representing the Pasadena community, your school, as well as your family and people you associate with.” Rose Princesses exhibit an inherent selflessness as model community members. Emi’s urge to give back to her community can be traced back to the fundamental reasons she tried out as a Rose Princess. As a child she looked up to the Rose Princesses as role models, and now she hopes to reciprocate, to “be the role model to those young boys and girls” in the audience. Similarly, Maya felt that becoming Rose Princess would be “the greatest thank you [she could] give to [her] family and friends who have made [her] the young woman [she] is today.”

In the midst of all this excitement, it’s still important to stop and smell the roses, to reflect.

Maya believes that a rose is a symbol of elegance, as well as love. Beyond that, the rose is also an embodiment of AHS’ educational mantra: blossom here. Congratulations to Maya and Emi, and here’s to a season of growth for us all. wwang@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of NADINE KONG

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Mysterious Humane Society Donor

By BRANDON CHEN

October 2016

AIR POLLUTION

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Everyone loves animals, but two extremely generous animal lovers expressed their feelings by slipping a total of $10,000 into donation boxes for the Pasadena Humane Society (PHS) and Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

The first donor dropped off $8,000 in the form of crisp $20 bills in a collection box at the Neely Cat Center on Sept. 21 at around 11:00 a.m. The day after, spokeswoman Jane Holeman told the San Gabriel Valley Tribunal, “This is a wonderful surprise. The donation is really going to help us.” Unfortunately, the benefactor did not stick around and still remains anonymous.

Holeman said, “It was an anonymous donation.

If they want to come forward and identify themselves, we’d love to thank them in person.”

Breathing is an action so second nature to us that we often do not think about the quality of the air that we inhale. It is also difficult to realize the sheer scale of air pollution until we have experienced it, or at least read about it for ourselves.

In a research report released on Oct. 4, the World Health Organization (WHO) determined that 92% of the world’s population is currently breathing sub-standard air. For the WHO, “sub-standard” is defined as air that contains pollutants exceeding WHO limits. The WHO used satellite data and ground measurements in 3,000 locations around the globe to create this shocking assessment. It measured particles suspended in the air such as sulfates, nitrates, water, ammonia, sodium chloride, mineral dust, and black carbon. In fact, there may be even more pollutants, as the WHO did not account for ozone and nitrogen oxides.

Air pollution kills on a much larger scale than people may think. In 2012, every one out of nine deaths was caused by pollutants in the environment. It is estimated that 6.5 million die each year due to air pollution alone.

The WHO’s report is an excellent reminder and warning that the energy we consume now can come back and haunt us in the future.

Then, on Sept. 24, the staff received an anonymous phone call tipping them off to yet another donation. When they opened the donation box, they found a white envelope with $2,000 in cash along with a Starbucks napkin that said, “Got the inspiration last week—Please save the animals, for some of us it’s all we have left.”

This heartwarming note was left by yet again, an anonymous patron. After this donation, Julie Bank, President and CEO of PHS, announced, “We are awestruck by the generosity and support of our community. We hope this is the beginning of a trend of giving to help animals at the Pasadena Humane Society and across the nation.”

The PHS is a non-profit agency that is fully donor-supported. Bank said, “The donations are vital to provide food, shelter, and medical care to the more than 12,000 animals

that come through our doors each year.” They allow homeless and owned animals in our community to obtain services and help promote humane treatment and compassionate care for all animals. PHS’ open door policy lets it accept all animals from within its service area, regardless of medical condition, age, breed, or illness, allowing it to house thousands of animals that would otherwise be left without a home.

PHS is a vital part of the animal community, and every donation it receives helps tremendously with its mission for humane treatment. These two generous benefactors really hit home with expressing what they truly care for: the animals. bchen@apachepowwow.com Photos courtesy of PASADENASTARNEWS.COM

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Overridden 9/11 Bill National African American Museum

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD

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A Senate bill would “give victims and families of the 9/11 terrorist attacks the right to sue Saudi Arabia for any purported role in the plot,” Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell summarized to CNN. The initial vote resulted in a landslide majority in favor of the bill, despite President Obama’s opposition to keep peace. The Washington Post reported, “The votes in the House and Senate amounted to a sweeping, bipartisan rejection of pleas to back the president, with officials arguing that the legislation poses a national security threat by exposing U.S. officials to similar lawsuits abroad.”

This is the main stipulation, and Obama moved to veto the bill. In a three-page message to Congress, President Obama said, “I recognize that there is nothing that could ever erase the grief that 9/11 families have endured. Enacting the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act into law, however, would neither protect Americans from terrorist attacks nor improve the effectiveness of our response to such attacks.”

It was soon evident, however, that opinions were not to be changed, and Senator Charles E. Schumer, who co-authored the bill with Senator John Cornyn, told The Washington Post, “Overriding a presidential veto is not taken lightly, but it was important that the families of 9/11 victims be allowed to pursue justice, even if that pursuit causes some diplomatic discomforts.”

For the first time during Obama’s eight years in office, his veto was officially overridden after a second vote. The President could only express his understanding of their actions, though headlines moved to condemn the Senate.

Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump told USA Today that they support the measure and would sign it. Clinton said she supported the legislation “to hold accountable those responsible” for the 2001 terrorist attacks; Trump called Obama’s veto “one of the low points of his presidency.”

The result: CNN reported with finality that, “Once both chambers override the veto, the bill becomes law regardless of Obama’s opposition.” nnatividad@apachepowwow.com Photos courtesy of POLITICO.COM

On Sept. 24, the National Museum of African American History and Culture opened to a crowd of families, tour groups, church congregations, and fraternities waiting to see their history finally be recognized. They were joined by Oprah Winfrey, Will Smith, President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.

This event is a powerful moment in the eyes of many African Americans, as the opening follows the numerous police shootings and deaths of young African American men in several states, including California. The museum hopes to not only display stories of hope and resilience but also to show all Americans the pain and struggles suffered by African Americans and their ancestors.

The opening ceremony was certainly emotional, featuring performances from Stevie Wonder, Patti Labelle, and Angélique Kidjo. There were readings of poems by Robert De Niro and Angela Bassett, a speech from the President himself, impassioned stories from African Americans like Beulah Stowe Cary and David Hudson, who suffered from discrimination as young children, and a stirring monologue by Representative John Lewis, who had fought for 15 years to make the museum a reality before former President Bush signed the 2003 bill authorizing it.

The actual opening of the museum was definitely one of the most moving moments.

Ruth Bonner, the 99-year-old daughter of a man born as a slave, rang a bell with the first African American President and First Lady to open the museum. “Ruth’s father, Elijah Odom, was born into servitude in Mississippi,” said President Obama. “He was born a slave. As a young boy, he ran... to his freedom. He lived through Reconstruction and... through Jim Crow.

But he went on to farm, and graduate from medical school, and gave life to the beautiful family that we see today... free and equal in the laws of [their] country and in the eyes of God.” The main centerpiece of the museum is the chronicling of the slave trade and the slaves’ eventual freedom. A pair of shackles and a bill of sale for a 16-year-old girl who was valued at $600 are also shown in the exhibition. It shines a light on the slave trade, a part of history that has greatly shaped African American culture, yet is sometimes overlooked by history books.

Already the museum has accumulated 100,000 charter members, distributed 64,000 passes, and will be selling more passes for 2017. It successfully shares the message of hope, determination, and spiritualism to anyone interested in the culture of African Americans. While the U.S. still struggles with race tensions, as current events have shown, this building demonstrates that there is hope that untold stories can now be shared, and that in the future, there can be less ignorance in the country. klee@apachepowwow.com

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Africa’s Great Green Wall

By REIKO INOUE Staff Writer

In 2007, the African Union made a proposition for a sprawling green wall of trees running the width of Africa along the southern border of the Sahara Desert.

This Great Green Wall of trees would protect citizens from further drought, famine and poverty. It would also halt the advance of the Sahara Desert.

This ambitious plan is well underway. The Great Green Wall Initiative for the Sahara and the Sahel Initiative (GGWSSI) has gained more than $4 billion in pledged funding and has 21 countries taking part. The GGWSSI plans to provide food security for 20 million peo-

ple, create 350,000 jobs, and cut down on 250 million tons of carbon by restoring 50 million hectares (2.5 acres) of land.

But problems and opposing voices have risen, causing the GGWSSI to rethink its plans.

One problem is the fact that many scientists agree that the Sahara is not advancing.

An alternative can be seen in Niger, Malawi and Ethiopia. Farmers of these nations practice natural regeneration of land. Through this process, weakened trees recover over the course of several years and are meticulously maintained. Five million hectares of land has been revived by this method.

The Great Green Wall project partners took note of this phenomenon and immediately began working towards greener initiatives adjusted to fit local conditions.

The GGWSSI is also making changes.

Initiative coordinator Elvis Tangem said that the program has “moved from forestry to sustainable land and water management”, but has also maintained that “the ambition remains the same”. The Great Green Wall can succeed only if participating countries take an adaptive approach to making a greener community. rinoue@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of THEVERGE.COM

Prison Strike

By MARUKO MYINT Staff Writer

On Sept. 9, prisons across the nation began a mass strike with the intention of bringing attention to the many issues that prisoners face. Since then, thousands of prisoners have taken part in the strike, and numerous prisons have been affected.

With a total of 20,000 prisoners having been on strike at one point, this event is easily becoming one of the largest prison strikes in f U.S. history.

This protest has acquired support from over 20 American prisons. Some prisoners have reportedly staged hunger strikes, while others rioted or destroyed prison property. But throughout the various forms of protest, there was one common goal: to bring prison labor to public attention. In prison, inmates are required to do a variety of tasks, from fighting fires, sewing their own undergarments, and farming land to cleaning roadkill on highways.

The majority of their work is to help maintain the prison facility itself. However, most of their earned money is spent at the prison’s commissary or to use the phone.

Prison inmates are not given minimum wage, worker’s compensation, or overtime pay for the labor that they provide. They hope that this nationwide strike will result in higher wages and that the profitability of contracting out prison labor will significantly decrease, hopefully eliminating profit-making motives for mass incarceration.

Azzurra Crispino, Media Cochair of the Incarcerated Workers..ff.

Organizing fCommittee, said, “The repression that the prisoners are facing around the country for participating in these strikes is very severe. So, right now, we’re really focused on responding to them in order to help get the word out...so we can help to support those who are being repressed.” mmyint@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of CNN.COM

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2016 Presidential Debates

By BRADEN WONG Staff Writer

The first 2016 Presidential Debate was hosted on Sept. 26, and offered unforgettable moments: blatant lies, flagrant interruptions, and phenomenal roasts. Here are some of the most memorable aspects: 1. Lies, lies, and more lies Secretary Clinton attacked Mr. Trump’s claims that he had never supported the Iraq War, stating, “Donald supported the invasion of Iraq. That is absolutely proved over and over again.” Mr. Trump denied it all, interrupting, “Wrong. Wrong.” He, however, lied—in fact, he endorsed the war, six months before it began, in a 2002 interview with Howard Stern.

2. Wild savagery Secretary Clinton called several times for Mr. Trump to release his tax returns, to which he replied, “As soon as she releases her 33,000 emails, I will release my tax returns.”

Mr. Trump claimed that Secretary Clinton lacked a presidential look, purporting that “she doesn’t have the stamina.” Secretary Clinton then listed her accomplishments as Secretary of State and asserted, “He tried to change from [my] looks to stamina, but this is a man who has called women pigs, slobs, and dogs.”

3. The birth of memes During the debate, Mr. Trump made re-

peated attempts to clear his sinuses, producing a loud sniffing noise. Soon after, the Twitter account “@trumpsniff” tweeted, “*sniff*”, unleashing a barrage of tweets about Mr. Trump’s case of the sniffles. He later claimed that a “bad microphone” caused the sounds.

Meanwhile, the second Presidential Debate was held on Oct. 9 and featured 30 of the most popular user-submitted questions, as well as some taken from the audience. Here are some of the highlights: 1. Trump takes email to new heights While he said he “probably shouldn’t say this,” Mr. Trump stated he would instruct his Attorney General to find a prosecutor to investigate Senator Clinton if he were elected.

2. More wild savagery Secretary Clinton brought up Mr. Trump’ instances of irresponsible behavior, including attacking a former Miss Universe, mocking a disabled reporter, questioning the validity of a Muslim judge, and, most importantly, a controversial 2005 video featuring him making obscene remarks about his treatment of women. Mr. Trump responded to this rather interestingly (and incoherently): “This was locker-room talk. I’m not proud of it... But this is locker-room talk. Can you imagine the people doing so well against us with ISIS, they look at our country and see what’s going on.

Yes, I’m very embarrassed by it. But it’s lockerroom talk. I will knock the hell out of ISIS.”

Secretary Clinton said it was “awfully good” that someone with Mr. Trump’s temperament was not in charge of the law. Mr. Trump responded, “Because you’d be in jail.”

3. Ironic ends To close the night, the final question was, “Regardless of the current rhetoric, would either of you name one positive thing that you respect in one another?”

“I think that’s a very fair and important question,” responded Secretary Clinton. “I respect his children. His children are incredibly able and devoted, and I think that says a lot about Donald. I don’t agree with nearly anything else he says or does, but that is something that, as a mother and a grandmother, is very important to me.”

Mr. Trump replied, “She doesn’t quit and doesn’t give up. I disagree with what she is fighting for, but she fights and doesn’t quit.”

Ironically, Mr. Trump had ended the first debate with “she doesn’t have the stamina”, but ended this one with “she never gives up”.

The presidential debates have been an eye-opening experience for voters and candidates alike. There were defining moments—profound, but not always graceful. And with the elections approaching fast, we can only hope for what is to come. bwong@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of WORDPRESS.COM

Bumblebees on the Endangered List

By VIVIAN KWANG Staff Writer

On Sept. 22, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced that Bombus affinis, also known as the rusty patched bumblebee, may soon be officially listed as an endangered species. The rusty patched bumblebee is native to North America and will be considered the first species of bee to be endangered in the U.S. The rusty patched bumblebee’s possible extinction will have overwhelmingly negative effects on food sources, global economies, and most importantly, natural ecosystems.

The FWS stated that “as pollinators, rusty patched bumblebees contribute to our food security and the healthy functioning of our ecosystems.” Bumblebees are much better pollinators than honeybees because of their ability to perform buzz pollination.

Buzz pollination is extremely helpful when trying to collect pollen from flowers who have developed an evolutionary defense mechanism for their pollen.

Plants that have this defense mechanism store their pollen tightly in their anthers. However, not all insects can access this pollen. Bumblebees are capable of performing buzz pollination on flowers like these because of their ability to create vibrations using their flight muscles. Pollen is needed by plants to reproduce. Pollinators such as the bumblebee retrieve the pollen and release

it on other flowers to allow plants to reproduce. It is difficult for a plant to produce pollen, so much of bumblebees’ value stems from the fact that it is one of the few creatures that can ensure that it is being transported properly.

According to federal agencies, bumblebees contribute about $3 billion to the U.S. economy on a yearly basis. Without them, the economy will spiral downwards because there will simply be not enough crops and vegetables.

Potatoes and tomatoes are examples of foods th at a re most

commonly harvested, consumed, and sold in a contemporary grocery store. These vegetables require buzz pollination in order to grow. Thus, without bumblebees, a large portion of America’s food source will decrease. And without the pollinators, crops will decrease in quantity and increase in cost.

The Fish and Wildlife Foundation has said habitat loss, climate change, disease, farming, and pesticides are all major contributions to the alarming decline in bumblebees that the world has seen in past years. The bumblebee is a key species in food webs and whole ecosystems.

Like a domino effect, getting rid of bumblebees will destroy chains and halt all metabolic processes of other organisms that depend on the bumblebee.

In 2013, the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation created a formal petition to put the rusty patched bumblebee on the endangered list. According to the organization, the rusty patched bumblebees’ population has decreased by 87% in recent years.

Under the rules of the Endangered Species Act, the Fish and Wildlife Federation must follow protocol before announcing whether the rusty patched bumblebee will make it to the endangered list. As of now, the general public is still making votes as to whether or not the bumblebee belongs on the endangered list. vkwang@apachepowwow.com Photos courtesy of DISCOVERLIFE.ORG

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Unveiling of the iPhone 7

By PAUL LEE Staff Writer

On Sept. 9 in Bill Graham Auditorium in San Francisco, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the company’s new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. While iPhone 7 is aesthetically identical to the iPhone 6 and 6s, it boasts a dual lens camera, faster processor, pressure-sensitive home button, 3D touch, water resistance, advanced LTE connection, iOS 10, and an improved battery life. Philip Schiller, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, said, “The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus reach a new level of innovation and precision to make this the best iPhone we have ever made.” iPhone 7 introduced two new shades of black, including matte black and glass jet black, in addition to its signature silver, gold, and rose gold backings. In the new jet black finish, John Ive, Apple’s Head Designer, remarked that the finish is accomplished by “rotational 3D polishing, and a specialized compound flows over the intricate geometries of the housing.”

Besides the new colors, the new iPhone is built to sustain “spills, splashes, and even dust.” Furthermore, the home button on the new iPhone is no longer a physical button. Instead, Apple used its new “Taptic Engine” to create a responsive solid-state button built for durability.

Most anticipated by iPhone customers was its enhanced camera lenses. The new iPhone 7 Plus offers a dual lens system in which one 12-megapixel (MP) lens works as a wide-angle camera while the other 12MP lens works as a telephoto camera. The lenses also adopt a Machine Learning system which separates the foreground from the background to achieve the same effect as DSLR cameras. It also has a brighter flash with four LED lights.

Besides its new physical improvements, the iPhone 7 now internally incorporates an A10 Fusion Chip, which Apple claims to be “the most powerful chip ever in a smartphone”. A10 Fusion is a 64-bit, four-core processor with over 3.3 billion transistors. It has two cores that run two times faster than the A9 chip found in the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, and is 240 times faster than the original iPhone. Other than its efficient processing speed, the A10 Chip “delivers great battery life, allows WiFi browsing for 14 to 15 hours, and LTE for 12 to 13 hours,” said Vice President Schiller.

Controversially, Apple removed a major feature for music lovers: the 3.5mm headphone jack. The new iPhone 7 package comes with an adapter that transforms the traditional 3.5mm headphone jack to a lightning port connector. However, one of the downsides to this design is that customers will not be able to simultaneously charge their phones and listen to music. Apple, fortunately, added new frontfacing stereo speakers, offering volume twice as loud as its iPhone 6. It also offers wireless earbuds for purchasing, called AirPods. iPhone 7’s price starts from $647, and iPhone 7 Plus’ price starts from $769. plee@apachepowwow.com

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OPINION

By CAMILLA LEONARD Staff Writer

Amazon Rainforest, Ecuador. Cerro de Tigre. Sun burns through the clouds. Birds send songs through the canopies. Rocks pile near mounds of excrement. Hot sizzle of liquid concrete sprays my cheeks. I shovel heaps of stone into the cement maker. Little barefoot girls watch incredulously as 18 strangers build their community’s first bathroom.

I collapse onto the sidewalk, cradling my water bottle. A girl, hair matted with sweat, tugs on my pants. An oversized red shirt hangs off her shoulders. Her eyes glow with a luster of hope. She whispers, slowly, in Spanish, clutching my finger, “What’s America like?”

I lean down, cradling her finger, and tell her a story about America, a place for everyone, a home for all. We have food and clean, running water. Water that’s not brown, but clear and so, so clean. American people don’t have holes in their shoes, in fact, we have many shoes! Some people have entire rooms just for shoes! No one goes hungry. Everyone is taken care of.

She giggles and waves my finger. She smiles, runs away, twirling. Chasing butterflies.

How could I tell her the ‘Great America’ is the reason for the languid death of her whole being?

Here, people’s homes are invaded, their properties cut down, their resources depleted and monetized. Rainforests cut down in days for orchards of palm oil trees. Homogenous mono crops. Fueling an economy completely foreign to their own. Colossus oil companies are drilling

By KAYLI MAK Staff Writer

I’m not a mature person. I have never been very mature. However, as pathetic as it seems, in my last year of middle school, I was one of the most levelheaded people there. Despite my tendencies to invent wildly invalid conspiracy theories and vulgar nicknames, my maturity surpassed those in the grades below me. In other words, it was great to be on top, and not just in terms of height. On campus, my class was the wisest and the most experienced in the ways of middle school. We were the uncontested rulers of the school. Then, with an immensely awkward assembly and a party that seemed far too short, our reign was violently cut off, and the leadership we had waited so long for was over.

Not three, but two months later, my friends and I prepared for the first day of high school.

Just 63 days before, we thought we would be perfectly fine in the years to come. It’s hysterical to think about how wrong we were.

We predicted that we could overcome our childish habits and petty issues. At this point, I think that we’re too overwhelmed by all the possibilities that come with growing up to pursue that endless cycle of yelling “Donald Trump” and giggling darkly over “dank memes”. We could not have imagined that a transition we believed we were so prepared for would transform us from screaming nutcases into the terrified

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into the Amazon with the help of the Ecuadorian government. While the people toil in the fields and scrap through the forests, oil companies drill in their backyards and construct long gas pipes under the guise of “public utility”.

These people have a 60% rate of cancer.

That means six of the ten children, watching incredulously, chasing butterflies, playing tag with me, would be dead in just a couple years. They would have cancer without even knowing it.

And here we were, this ragtag group of 18, complaining about how hot our shower waters were or if our concealer ran dry. In America, we have a tremendous amount of opportunities that take advantage of other communities, possibly even Cerro de Tigre. We take these tremendously for granted.

Towers of oil burn off flame in the distance.

Cheap oil. Here, you can smell the gas while you play in the stream. You can taste it in the air.

You can see it, in thick rippling puddles, settling in people’s backyards. We walk upstream to a grove of palm trees. A multitude of grasses proliferate near the sidewalk. In the distance, twin flames scorch the atmosphere. As we near the smoldering flames, the heat blisters.

Huge beetle corpses litter the ground. The girls silently screech and shiver. Hector, our leader, seizes a handful of beetle corpses on the ground.

“Look at these precious bugs.”

“Pollinators,” he announces, pointing.

“Without them, no forest. Now—dead.”

Suddenly, he grabs my hand, and says, pressingly: “Here! A souvenir.”

The reflection of the fire glitters on their wings like golden flames.

A breeze buries them with a wave of ash.

Wild flowers are wilting under the leaves.

While our gas prices are going down, their cancer rates are skyrocketing.

Galapagos. Sitting in a bus watching greenery rush by. Wasteland. Reeds, grasses, shrubbery. Boys talk loudly about Ivy Leagues in the back seat. Princeton, Yale, Cornell. Dilapidated buildings litter the wasteland. Crumbling bricks, walls, people. I am reminded of the Amazon.

The children bathing in mud. Their faces covered in dust, asking about America. Will they ever see it? Will they see their dreams before they disappear into this wasteland? This graveyard? Six children of each ten falling dead to fuel an economic powerhouse? To fuel Ryan’s 20 minute steaming showers? Chad’s five houses? And me. Thinking about colleges. Thinking about my recs, admission, makeup. Thinking of hot water. Buying furniture for my room. Bathing in bath bombs. And these children are defecating in their laundry rooms, out near their pondy swamp of a swimming pool. A village of children crammed into one room. Paunchy stomached dogs lounging amongst the flies. The stone-eyed face of poverty staring a privileged me in the face.

But isn’t this happening all over the world in countries similar to this? Building construction abandoned. Improvements forgotten. Innovation isolated. Brick upon mortar upon wood.

Children making snow flakes in ashy beetle wings. Strewn across this battlefield.

So often I’ve been preoccupied with my-

self—my grades, successes, career, accomplishments, failures, friends. Success completely defined me. I pictured success as a large house with deluxe cars and bursting wallets.

But now, it’s so much more.

It’s courage. It’s heart. Success is defined in working until the skin peels slowly off your thumbs because you’ve labored, day after day, for your children to have a bucket of semi-clean water. And even at that, it’s riddled with oil debris. With the flecks of first-world country consumer waste.

The majority of these people live under the poverty line. However, they are some of the happiest people I have ever met. They meet each day with grit and determination as they struggle to carve their lives into the mountains. I marvel at their tenacity.

Walled in resorts corner the falling slums.

Neon fluorescent lights blind tourists from the shade enshrouded streets of the poor. There are others, in my close proximity, that are extremely wealthy. They have everything they could have wanted—cars, boats, private jets, multiple mansions. Health. Food. Warm water. Fresh water.

One thing they didn’t have? Happiness. It may sound cliche, but it was absolutely true. Those who have nothing to complain about often find something. The Ecuadorian people are not wealthy in money, but in values…culture… kindness. I met people who, while having nothing, had the wealth of the world in their hearts.

And that is truly priceless.

freshman that bite the insides of their cheeks to keep themselves from saying stupid stuff. Yes, we had reverted right back to where we had started: the inevitable and puniest form of all humans, the bottom of the food chain.

In spite of the “growing up” that we thought we’d done in our middle school years,

wanted (with the exception of racist jokes and curse words), and nobody would care, because apparently, when you’re in the eighth grade, everybody understands that your knowledge is not as vast as you claim it is.

In high school, everyone is constantly talking about how we’re old enough to say smart

all the older students were smarter, more mature, and so much taller. Now, I could have dealt with that. My personality allows for me to accept that I am not incredibly smart, that I am not emotionally developed, and that I am basically a tall midget. What I could not handle, however, was the great shame that my immaturity and lack of worldly knowledge brought me.

In middle school, I could say whatever I

things, and how we’re young adults, and we should be responsible and mature enough to take care of everything that we need to take care of. I understand now. Growing up is hard. That realization was a little overdue. My childhood is more dead than the grass in my front yard.

Now that we’ve taken a head-first crash landing into the previews of adulthood, we’ve discovered that the titles we held in elementary

and middle school meant next to nothing. Being considered “Most Popular” or “Most Likely to Go to Harvard” doesn’t mean anything in comparison to the Prom King or Queen, or the several kids who have actually gotten into Harvard.

We are nothing until we make something out of ourselves. Because of that, we are the least accomplished, and therefore the lowest social class. Sometimes, I go back to my middle school for the sole purpose of feeling tall and mature. This seems to be the only adjusting method I can think of.

While my grade is considered to be at a higher social class than those who replaced us, when shown next to the people older than us, we’re still as immature as our eighth grade teachers claimed we were. (After all, I did make a “dank meme” reference.) As disheartening as this is, life goes on.

In my current state of over-dramatized transition, I’m finding it hard to comprehend how students ever survived going from middle school to high school, but they did, so I suppose that there isn’t a viable excuse for me.

I know that eventually, I will get older, and the whole cycle will start over again. People get older and wiser, but they will always be regarded as having less worldly knowledge as the generation that came before.

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By REIKO INOUE Staff Writer

I swear, one of its long fingers just twitched. There it goes again! The dark makes it hard to see, but I knew that Hand was out to get me ever since Mom dug it out from some storage box and decided that it was the missing piece to our living room’s interior decoration.

Dad was the one who brought that evil Hand into our lives. He purchased it as a young man, before he got married. My dad had always appreciated good craftsmanship and saw something special in the wooden ebony carving of an elegant life-sized hand from the wrist-up displayed in a store window. Depicting a hand in an upright position, it could’ve belonged to a high-class woman struggling to high-five someone while trying to keep it cute. It was as if that woman then cut off her snooty hand to sacrifice to it the devil to creep on unsuspecting victims. The thing even had fingernails, for God’s sake. I have no idea what store it was in (but I imagine it also sold similarly useless and creepy things like real eyeballs pickled in jars and possessed mannequins without faces that you could tell were staring at you as you walked by).

It was hiding in a box of Dad’s things until Mom found it while cleaning their room. She lovingly placed it on a bookshelf in our living room, marveling at its life-like beauty. I didn’t

buy any of it. That Hand was way too thin, long and freaky for me. Its smooth, idealized shape with no bumps or wrinkles watched me smugly from atop the shelf. If that isn’t evil, I don’t know what is.

Late at night, I’d be the only person downstairs in my house doing homework that I procrastinated on during normal hours. I’d feel something watching me and look up to see that devil Hand. If I looked at it long enough, it seemed to begin to jerk and move about ever so slightly. That sent me running upstairs to my bedroom and locking the door. Later, I’d be in bed curled up with my blanket tucked tightly around me. I imagined the Hand creeping upstairs and grabbing my feet if I left them exposed, so I made sure to cover them. Especially after reading the book Coraline in which a similarly devilish hand-creature followed around a girl and haunted her, I grew paranoid that it was that darn hand appearing in my window or causing the rustling in the bushes I was walking past.

Yet, after living with said Hand for several years, I’ve developed something of a friendship with it. I found that making thew Hand hold mundane little objects such as small squares of soap from hotels, candy bars or tiny stuffed animals softened its appearance. While I placed those things in the Hand, I’d hiss at it, “Mwahaha, your dark powers are gone! Bow down to me, you lanky freak!” The Hand became less threatening once I saw it as a dumb block of

wood instead of a living thing like I was a crazy person. Which I’m definitely not. I think.

Facing it alone at night still compelled me to want to make a salt circle but we were buddies during the day. Holding it in my sleeve as if it was my own hand, I’d poke my sisters, play the piano and occasionally use it as a backscratcher. My fear of that wooden Hand became more of a sadistic comradery.

Armed with my awe inspiring story of gaining the upper hand, I’m sure you too, can now make peace with the satanic knick knacks in your life.

confident as I felt, there was still a small, flickering hesitation in me. I was good at swimming.

My dad had previously coached swimming and passed the sport on to me, so I was more than adequate. Thinking about the vast ocean was frightening, but I swallowed my feelings and trudged on through the soggy sand.

I was about waist deep when I realized just how uncomfortable the sun on my dry hair had begun to feel. As I plunged straight in, the chilly water broke and nipped me directly in the nose. It wasn’t uncomfortable, but when I tried to come up for air, I realized I couldn’t. I looked down, and even though the floor was only a few feet under me, it felt like it stretched on for miles upon end. I propelled my arms upwards, and managed to break the surface for a mere second. But with the continuous waves slamming down on me, I couldn’t reach the surface for long enough, and I was instantly pushed down again.

I was drowning.

I held my breath for what felt like an eternity. Slowly, my eyelids grew heavier. I restrained myself from opening my mouth and shouting for help, because I knew that doing so would immediately ensure a mouthful of salt. I fought

against the waves, thrashing about. I paddled until my arms grew weak, and suddenly, I was plucked out of the water and dragged to the shore. Promptly, we drove home, and thus began my fear of the ocean.

I swore to never return to the beach unless I was safely on shore. Since then, swimming has become somewhat of a distant memory.

I’ve come to realize that I’m not necessarily afraid of the beach. What I fear is the solitude, the vast ocean full of undiscovered beings, and the feeling of no one coming to the save you. Often times, I find myself imagining what would have happened if no one had come to my rescue. I am scared to death of being left alone to die and wither away. I am afraid that no one will come to save me when I’m drowning, and that there won’t be someone to come and pluck me out of the ocean.

In another life, I believe that the waves of the ocean and I could be friends. Just not in this one.

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In Cold Water

By KAYLA YANG Staff Writer

The first time I took a trip abroad was to the island of Taiwan, where my parents had been born and raised. It was a blast; not only did I eat some of the best food in the world, I met my many relatives (and graciously accepted their welcome gifts!). During my trip, my two older cousins wanted to take a swim at a local beach, while I wanted to go to the carnival.

Unfortunately, my nine-year-old self was easily swayed with the promise of a vanilla ice cream.

We arrived at the beach a few hours later, complete with slick bathing suits and goggles that were a little too tight.

I never really liked the beach. The sweltering, sun and inescapable granules sand did not seem appealing whatsoever. However, I was excited that day. The last time I had been to the beach was years before, where I was only allowed to dip my toes in the water under the watchful eye of my parents. This time, I was independent. I was allowed to do whatever I wanted, as long as one of my cousins was there.

I began to march towards the ice ocean, but as

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She blinked just as I did, That girl in the mirror.

And I wondered to myself, What she was afraid of?

Was it failure? Was it what others would think?

Or was it that She could be worth something? That she could succeed?

My best friend, She speaks and they listen, In this awe-inspiring exchange that I will never know.

She smiles, And they smile back, Like the sun broke through the night and shone again, I am a star, Endlessly covered by the sun, Wordlessly shining when no one thinks to look.

I stood that day, At the back of the crowd, Dying for him, For her, For anyone to notice, That I had been broken inside, Because of fear.

Fear that has pinned my feet, Anchored my soul.

And each day I see, That I am my own obstacle.

That I am an echo of myself.

I am stuck, you see.

My great dilemma is one of my own creation, That while I tear myself in two, I cannot help but wish that it would stop.

That while I shrink from the world, I dream of greatness for myself.

That you might look at me, In the way that you see her.

With something more.

I turned back to the girl in the mirror, And I wasn’t ashamed, I knew that, But there was something in me that wondered what others could think.

I was worried that I would never be good enough, That I would be a disappointment to those around me.

I was afraid that they might laugh, Or think I was more awkward than I felt.

I was afraid of their opinions, For the longest time, This caught at me.

For the greater part of my life, I was so worried about their opinions, When suddenly, I realized that there was only really one that mattered: Mine.

What they thought of me would neither hurt or help me.

But my opinion.

My opinion had the power to change everything.

My dreams, the limits I placed on myself, And my confidence and security in who I was.

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Halloween At Disney

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By DANIELLE SANTOYO

Disneyland has transitioned to the Halloween season to become, as Disneyland calls it, A Halloween Spectacular. The decorations stay up from Sept.

9 to Oct. 31, and will also feature a “Frightfully Fun Parade”, a new Disneyland original held during Mickey’s Halloween Parties.

The “parties” sound fun and all but they cost extra. As in, regular day passes won’t work. Separate “Halloween Party” tickets must be purchased and do not come with a day pass. The pass is expensive (as one can imagine) but it’s worth it. From the parade, to trick or treating around the park, the Halloween celebration is for everyone.

The decorations put up at Disneyland include a giant Mickey-shaped pumpkin on Main Street, as well as garlands and other minor decorations throughout the park. But the pumpkin on Main Street is usually used for great photo opportunities. Frontierland will have decorations celebrating the traditional Dia De Los Muertos skeleton display. The display will be outside near the Mexican restaurant, Rancho Del Zocalo. There will also be a Tree Decoration near the Golden Horseshoe, which will have a memoir to author, Ray Bradbury.

Face Paints around the park are offered. Small paintings are free but any full-face coverage costs extra.

Mickey and Minnie will be in Main Street for further photo opportunities. But this year, Jack Skellington and Sally are situated in a new location near the Royal Street Veranda in

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the New Orleans section of Disneyland. Disney villains are mainly spotted in Adventureland or Fantasyland, but usually make more appearances as Halloween draws closer or during the Halloween Party.

However, year after year Cruella De Ville is usually on Main Street for meet-and-greets.

The Haunted Mansion has been redecorated to match the theme of the Nightmare Before Christmas, but the wait times will be crazy long.

Space Mountain has also been altered for Halloween, transforming into the Ghost Galaxy. Fastpasses are highly recommended, as the lines are still long. By using fastpasses lines are a lot shorter than standing in the standby line.

If you buy a ticket for the Halloween Party, you may arrive at any time of the day that the day pass allows you, but you will receive a wristband that lets you stay for the after hours of the park in which they will be doing trick-or-treating activities.

If you plan to go to Disneyland, you may dress up for the Halloween event only. Usually during park openings, dressing up is prohibited for adults, but during Halloween time, adults may dress up. Those that are 14 years or older also have to follow a series of dress up guidelines that are further emphasized on the Disneyland website, while kids 13 years and younger have a more relaxed set of dress code.

All in all, the event is worth the price paid, hope to see you there! dsantoyo@apachepowwow.com

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DIFFERENT COFFEE BEANS THAT CAN WAKE YOU UP

By BRADFORD YAO Staff Writer

Coffee is arguably a must-have drink for all adults when they wake up in the morning.

Most buy a big bag of common Arabica coffee beans from the store to brew by themselves, or head over to Starbucks for a frappuccino. However, this can get old after a while, and every avid coffee drinker should have the chance to try different types of coffee. However, what new types of bean would a coffee fanatic be interested in trying?

One interesting variety of coffee bean is not from the soil, but instead from the inside of a cat’s stomach. There is a type of coffee that is harvested from the poop of a cat! This very unique coffee bean is referred to as “Kopi Luwak”, which translates to civet coffee. Originally created from the Dutch East Indies, or modern-day Indonesia, Vietnam is now known for carrying and selling this coffee. It is quite common throughout Vietnam, so the five districts of Vietnam should have stores that carry this product. One intriguing fact is about the taste of this coffee. Usually, most coffees have a designated taste that comes with each bean. However, with the Kopi Luwak, there is no same taste that comes with every bean. Instead, each bean will vary depending on the diet of the cat that it originates from. Although many declare that this coffee does not produce an extraordinary taste, many coffee fanatics strive to taste it, as it is definitely a one of a kind coffee regarding its production. However, the price may drive people away from trying this bean, as prices range around $100.

Moreover, it is almost impossible to pick this bean up in the store, as many buyers need to order this bean from online to even get to try it. Nevertheless, most people do not ever end up tasting this coffee bean, but it is something that would be very cool to try.

Moving on from the Kopi Luwak, a more normal yet still fascinating coffee is the Blue Mountain Coffee. The name “Blue Mountain” comes from the origin of this coffee, which is from the “The Blue Mountains” of Jamaica. This specific bean has grown in popularity from the small country of Jamaica to becoming a known coffee worldwide. However, this bean is still not classified as one of the most popular in the U.S. today, which baffles some reviewers, as many rate this as the best coffee bean currently on the market. It has almost the perfect taste for an ideal bean, as it offers a great sense of balance: not too sweet or bitter, while also carrying a rich and distinct taste.

Many coffee drinkers appreciate this mix, and really enjoy the taste that this relatively thick coffee brings.

However, this coffee is on the rare side of available coffees in the U.S. market, with prices typically in the $50 range, plusa shipping fee to your house.

However, this coffee brings a much more neutral taste compared to the sugary, sweet taste that an Arabica coffee provides. According to the great feedback from other coffee tasters, it is definitely worth a try.

Coffee beans vary differently around the world.

Whether it be farming techniques or taste, it is always good to try different types of coffees rather than stick with the same ritual. So next time you look online to shop for something, trying a new type of coffee should be something on the top of your list. byao@apachepowwow.com

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By RACHEL LEE

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The All New Pottermore

I solemnly swear that I am up to no good. Sound familiar? This catchy quote is taken from the one and only, the astounding, magnificent masterpiece, Harry Potter. Even though the last movie was released in 2011, the wizarding world is still alive.

Ever since J.K. Rowling introduced Pottermore in 2012, the Harry Potter fandom has been able to discover their destined house and wand.

Recently, the entire Pottermore website has been redesigned and improved with some old features out the window, and some entirely new ones introduced. The fresh additions include never-before-seen writing by J.K. Rowling, exclusive insight on Cursed Child and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, character backstories, and various sorting ceremonies.

Cursed Child, the eighth Harry Potter story, is the first to be presented on stage in London’s West End. The play picks up where we last left off, with Harry sending off James Sirius and Albus Severus to Hogwarts to begin their education.

Cursed Child gives the reader a glance into Harry Potter’s life after Hogwarts, and the countless adventures that accompany him nonetheless. On the other hand, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them takes place during the 1920s in the same wizarding world, long before Harry Potter’s existence.

The movie, set to come out this year, follows the path of Newt Scamander and his journey to retrieve the misplaced fantastic beasts while maintaining the balance between the

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wizarding and Muggle world.

Patronuses, advanced magic that produces a unique, protective force against Dementors, require highly powerful wizards and top-notch skill.

Like a wizard’s wand, patronuses are unique to the wizard who conjures it. For example, Harry Potter’s patronus is a stag; Albus Dumbledore’s patronus is a Phoenix; and Severus Snape’s patronus is a doe. And now, we, fellow Muggles, can discover our Patronuses and welcome the inner magic within us. The possibilities are endless, with results varying from a butterfly, to even possibly a shark. Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the great North American school of magic founded in the seventeenth century, is part of the new J.K. Rowling series named Magic in North America. The new series will provide background information on the history of magic in North America, prior to the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. The brand new sorting ceremony into Ilvermorny School includes four possible houses: Horned Serpent, Pukwudgie, Thunderbird, and Wampus. Named after four magical, majestic creatures, the houses are similar to the Hogwarts houses we’re familiar with.

The Pottermore website and Harry Potter fandom is constantly updating and buzzing with magic, and with so many new features, who can possibly ignore it?

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The Mystery of Ouija Boards

By ATUSSA KIAN Staff Writer

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to connect with spirits of the dead? For a small price, an Ouija board can give you this experience of a lifetime, or after-life for that matter. Some people consider them to be the most effective way to connect with the dead, particularly those who might have a special connection to you and your soul. Other times, spirits that live in your home are the ones who you come in contact with. But do these really work? Such a question could lead to an onslaught of much debate that could potentially be filled with strong beliefs that are expressed with rude bigotry and unnecessary attacks. In this article, however, we are going to skip the debate part, and automatically assume that Ouija boards are a huge hoax. That would also leave several gaping questions. If these game boards were really meant for some fun, how do they work? How did the inventors come up with a such an idea? How does the board seem to answer correctly every time? And the scariest question of all: why do the Ouija board’s answers seem surprisingly human? After all, if there was really some magnet under the board that was controlling everyone’s hand movements, how could it knowingly spell out words and sentences that make sense? All of these questions can be explained using one simple concept: the ideomotor effect. This theory states that someone can move an object without subconsciously realizing it.

In the Ouija player’s case, this object would be the planchette. You can test this theory by tying a heavy object to a string, and trying to keep it completely motionless. If you were to imagine the string going in a circle, you will notice that your ‘motionless’ hand is moving the string is subconsciously moving the string in a circle.

A study run by the University of British Columbia proves this theory to be in fact correct. One of the tests had two subjects be blindfolded to play a foiled game of Ouija board. The experiment was designed so that

the partner purposefully took his or her hand off the planchette. From there, they continued to answer ‘yes’ or ‘no’ questions using the board. At the end of the study, it showed the subject answered more questions correctly when playing the game with a partner, when they believed that they didn’t have total control of the planchette, versus answering the questions alone. This experiment in itself explains why you need to have two or more players touching the planchette while ‘connecting with spirits’.

A second possibility that explains the way that Ouija boards work can be crushing for some die-hard horror fans and that is this: one of the players is moving the planchette. In many cases, the players vow not to move it on purpose. However, some still do this. It is the only other possibility. We can see this occur on YouTube, especially with certain channels who claim to be ‘psychic’ and believe that humans can connect with the deceased. While trying to ‘prove’ that the Ouija board works and playing it like it’s just another innocent game, they are really moving the planchette themselves.

Possession seems to be something that many believe proves the Ouija board as real. However, such possessions are mostly staged.

Even with these provided explanations, real horror fans, and ghost believers alike manage to find gaping loopholes in the scientific possibilities. Many wonder how they can come up with a name and a story-line for the spirit they’re connecting to simply powered by the ideomotor effect. One thing is clear however: Ouija boards are a mind-boggling mystery. If you plan to play the game, don’t forget to respect the ghosts and move your planchette across the “GOODBYE” on the bottom of the board, just in case. The consequences of doing otherwise could be severe. akian@apachepowwow.com

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Wonderland On Earth

By NICOLE SOONG Staff Writer

There are lots of hiking trails in Yellowstone National Park. They can be dangerous if tourists encounter bears or other wild animals, so it is necessary to have bear spray at all times. The water there is not always safe for tourists to drink, so visitors should bring enough water to prevent dehydration. People should also bring a sleeping bag that is warm enough for 20 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit, because the night can get pretty chilly. Don’t forget the basic essentials like headlamps, raincoats, and matches!

The northern side of the national park has lots of remarkable landmarks, but the Old Faithful Geyser was definitely the most unforgettable part. The stunning view of the eruption, with hot water rushing out vertically to the sky was surely remarkable. The Old Faithful Geyser erupts every 35 to 120 minutes and eruptions usually last 1.5 minutes to 5 minutes. The average height of the eruption is between 130 to 140 feet and the highest in record is 180 feet! Walking along the trail of the Old Faithful Geyser, there were lots of hot springs with dazzling baby-blue water, and the steam rising up from the hot spring added the mysterious vibe to the elegant sunset. The trail was embraced by lots of different kinds of trees with few birds’ chirps. The scent of the area wasn’t pleasant because of the acid.

Yet, the air was really fresh and cool, along with cool breezes. The area was really quiet and placid when my family and I were sightseeing; there were a few tourists taking pictures of the hot springs, while people talked quietly, and tried not to disturb the nature. It felt really nice to be close to nature, especially since we live in the city.

Hiking on a different trail the next morning, the scenery was completely different. The green trees were lush and spectacular, blocking the sunlight from reaching the ground, bringing out cool breezes. Hiking can be very pleasurable, so the time passed by quickly while sightseeing and talking with the family, especially when the birds were singing and the cicadas were calling.

The verdant trees calmed me and the voices of the animals brightened my day. The sunset lightly illuminated the land with a warm beam. Some squirrels would climb up trees, and I saw a huge brown bison eating a few feet away. The remarkable thing was the trail wasn’t packed with people because it was still early in the morning, and it was extra sedate.

The minerals stained the rocks, created the pink and yellow surface of the canyon, along with the Yellowstone River rushing downhill, was definitely memorable.

The marvelous scenery cannot be thoroughly described with words, and the Yellowstone National Park can definitely bring amusement. A trip to Yellowstone National Park will not disappoint tourists and will certainly fascinate people! nsoong@apachepowwow.com

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HALLOWEEN

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The time of the year to scare your friends and make them scream is here! Halloween is just around the corner, so it’s time to step up your Halloween game.

Here are five ways to pump yourself up for the trick-or-treat season: 1. Going to a dress up party is an awesome way to get into the Halloween spirit. Just because you’re getting a little too big to trick-or-treat doesn’t mean that you can’t still dress up. Costumes are a great way to freely express yourself.

2. Putting up decorations inside and outside of your house definitely gives off the Halloween vibe. Think mummies, vampires, or skeletons. Be creative!

3. Watch the scariest movies that you can find. That sinister mood that you get from watching movies perfectly encapsulates the Halloween vibe. Get some popcorn, turn the lights off, and brace yourself for a heart attack.

4. Buy some candy and pass it out to those cute kids in their even cuter costumes. Having a bunch of candy to pass out will definitely help you take part in this awesome holiday.

5. Go the pumpkin patch with your friends and pick out a pumpkin. Then, when you get home, carve it into a Jack o’ Lantern. You can either follow a design or carve your own creation. Set them on your porch when you’re done for extra cute decorations! ljia@apachepowwow.com

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Chinese American Dancing

By KRISTEN CHAN

Executive Copy Editor

The Chinese American Dancing Group (CADG) is a professional training studio for all ages. It is performing at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse on Nov. 5 and 6 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. As an association of dancers promoting Chinese culture and raising multicultural awareness, CADG was created by Dr. Jaw John Chang, who also founded and was president of the American Chinese Dance Association (ACDA). Since his youth, Dr. Chang has been renowned in Taiwan where he grew up dancing. He eventually came to the U.S. where he developed new dances forms and contributed to many others as well as the ACDA through his training and teachings. The ACDA is made up of several different ChineseAmerican dance groups, including Shin Dance Academy, which is well-known as a studio that specializes in a variety of modern styles as well as traditional Chinese dancing. Dr. Chang had been awarded many titles, and has been continuously pumping out productions for the last 40 years out of his love for dance to showcase his students’ growth under his instruction. This year, CADG will be performing its traditional Chinese dances, adding a new type of style in hopes of making an impression and stunning the audience with color and emotion. In his traditional dances, Dr. Chang implements basic movements expanded from his personal training, incorporating tools such as fans to highlight the mood of the dances or colorful ribbons to add fluidity and softness to accentuate different layers of the songs he uses. Some of our very own students study under Dr. Chang. Junior Sammie Ly has been dancing at his studio for almost nine years, and she shared how her “favorite aspect about being in CADG is that [she is] able to pursue [her] hobby in dance while sharing [her] culture that [she]loves to an audience.” So Apaches, if you’re hoping to see something different, try scoping out CADG’s performance coming soon in November. kchan@apachepowwow.com Photos courtesy of MISSIONPLAYHOUSE.ORG

Talent Tours the Nation

By ASHLEY LEE Staff Writer

For the past month, famous gymnasts have been making their way around the U.S., bringing their talent to cities of all sizes. The 2016 Kellogg’s Tour of Gymnastics Champions features members of the 2012 and 2016 U.S. Olympic Teams and runs until mid-November. This tour gives people all over the nation a chance to watch their favorite gymnasts perform live.

The show opens with an introduction of each member of the cast, welcomed by the roaring cheers of the audience. A majority of the show features individuals performing their respective personal routines. Simone Biles, four-time gold medalist and star of Rio 2016, stole the show with her gold medal floor routine. Chris Brooks, 2016 U.S. all-around silver medalist, was a star on the horizontal bars. Jordyn Wieber and Nastia Liukin, members of the 2012 Olympic Team, also brought back their routines and showed the audience their talent once more.

Members of acrobatic and rhythmic gymnastics are also featured in this tour. Tiffani Williams and Axel Osborne, mixed pair silver medalists in the 2016 World Championships, performed their unique acrobat routines, which consists of dynamic stunts where they propel one another into the air. The 2016 U.S. Olympic Rhythmic group’s routine was accentuated through their use of ribbons and hoops.

The tour closes with a finale featuring all members of the cast. Acrobatic, rhythmic, and artistic gymnasts join together in one final incredible show. Different components of the last show include joint dances, solos, as well as acrobatic stunts. The gymnasts, dressed in neon apparel, dance to the final song “Don’t Stop Believing”, delivering the crowd one final message—dreams are achievable if you just believe.

Freshman Katelyn Wu recently attended the tour held at the Staples Center and stated that “the whole performance truly was amazing.” She explained that she “had goosebumps the entire time” and “could feel the crowd giving off so much energy.” To be able to unite with other fans sharing the same passion for the gymnasts and the sport of gymnastics itself brings the experience to another level. Fans are united in one big venue and come together in celebration of the gymnasts and their achievements. Audience members are able to cheer on the athletes together and be amazed by their true talent as a whole.

One of the reasons that the Kellogg’s Tour is so popular is because it allows fans to watch the gymnasts perform live, instead of having to watch them through a TV screen. Katelyn also mentioned that “it’s an incredibly different feeling seeing them perform in person rather than [on] a TV screen.” It’s not common for people to watch gymnastic performances, let alone competitions, so this opportunity truly gives the audience more than they can ask for in one show.

To watch gymnasts perform in a show rather than in a competition is an entirely different experience.

The gymnasts have been making their mark all over the U.S. through this tour, inspiring the young and the old to continue dreaming on. Their performances have played an incredible role in so many lives, motivating individuals to strive for their goals and reminding fans that nothing is impossible. alee@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of NBCMONTANA.COM

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The Russian Grand Ballet Presents

SWAN LAKE & SLEEPING BEAUTY

By SARAH WANG

Staff Writer

The Russian Grand Ballet performed its acclaimed shows Sleeping Beauty and the famous Swan Lake on its 2016 North American Tour. The Grand Ballet was in Southern California from Oct. 13 to 16. Sleeping Beauty played at Glendale’s Alex Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 15. The audience was immersed into the dance’s emotion and expression during the mesmerizing show.

Additionally, Swan Lake was performed at LA’s Wilshire Ebell Theatre on Oct. 16! Both shows began at 7:00 p.m. and ticket prices ranged from $30 to $60 and sold out quickly.

This ballet company consists of the three most established schools in Russia: the Great Russian choreographic schools of St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Kiev. The ballet is led by Russia’s biggest rising ballet stars: soloists Constantine Mayorov, Yulia Zakharenko, Denis Chernyak, Antonina Radievskaya, Evgeniy Svetlitsa, Dmitry Vasilev, Olga Kifyak, and Akari Kawasaki Sinyavskaya. The soloists were backed up by 18 other dancers in various shows. It is on a 27-stop North American tour and will finish further down on the West Coast.

Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake was performed in three acts with two intermissions, featuring choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. In case you are unfamiliar with Swan Lake, this 130-minute dance is a beautiful mixture of love and deception to the grand soundtrack of Pyotr Tchaikovsky, also known as Peter Tchaikovsky. The ballet opens with a royal coming-of-age ball during which Prince Seigfried is to select a bride. The prince is gifted with a beautiful crossbow and he decides to hunt a flock of swans that had flown overhead. He follows the swans to a lake in the heart of the forest only to discover that they have turned into beautiful girls. The swan princess, Odette, tells the prince that she was placed under a spell by an evil sorcerer that can only be lifted if a virgin prince swears infinite fidelity and marries her. Seigfried falls in love and invites Odette to the ball. In a tragic twist, the evil sorcerer disguised his daughter as the lovely Odette causing Seigfried to propose to the wrong woman. Realizing his mistake, he races back to the lake to beg for Odette’s forgiveness. Odette tells Siegfried that she must kill herself or forever remain a swan. Siegfried declares that he will die with her and the two fling themselves into the lake, vanquishing the evil sorcerer in their act of love. The two lovers are forever united in life after death.

Most of us are familiar with the synopsis of Sleeping Beauty, but the ballet has altered the storyline slightly. King Florestan and his Queen host a grand christening ceremony to honor the birth of their first child, Princess Aurora. Only six of the seven fairies of the realm are invited, and the evil fairy who was not invited, Carabosse, crashes the ceremony accompanied by her many rodent minions and a clap of thunder. Carabosse punishes the Master of Ceremonies, Catallabutte, for not sending an invitation, by beating him with her staff. She also curses Princess Aurora to die by the prick of a spindle on her 16th birthday, but the good Lilac Fairy alters the curse so that the princess will be awoken after a century by the kiss of a handsome prince. True to the tale, on her 16th birthday, Aurora pricks her finger on a spindle and the whole castle falls into a deep sleep. A hundred years later, a prince named Désiré is selected by the Lilac Fairy to defeat Carabosse and rescue the princess. The quest is a success and Prince Désiré and Princess Aurora marry each other in a grand ceremony and live happily ever after.

The Russian Grand Ballet was only here for three days, but its performances made a lasting impression on audiences all around for they enjoyed an evening of whimsical dancing!

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By MARUKO MYINT

Haunted Hallo-ways Staff Writer

This year’s “Haunted Hallways” was held on Oct. 21 and Oct. 22, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Ticket prices varied, depending on the time bought and the status of the ticket.

Pep Squad members set up and participated in scaring guests as monsters. Leaders within the program were also given the responsibility of making sure everything was under control.

They planned to set up on Oct. 21 during sixth period, which was also their first day of operation. Materials used in this event were all rented or recycled from earlier years.

“Haunted Hallways” took place in the G and E-Halls. Within the hallways, there were sections that displayed different themes and characters. Themes from last year that were used again include the mental ward, scarecrow path, mask room, and baby-doll room. These themes formed a new section dedicated to the popular film, The Purge.

Pep Leader Sophomore Annie Ou said, “The new section included iconic characters from the movie. People who came this year could have expected to be screaming with fear from this part!”

Pep Squad planned to branch out and advertise in new and different places. They also cleaned up earlier this year by closing the event at 10:00 p.m.

Regular AHS students could have also participated in this event by volunteering as monsters. That helped Pep Squad get more volunteers while also offering a unique experience to the

kids that participated. Students interested in volunteering attended mandatory meetings and were given a certain role as a monster. They had a choice to either to make their own outfit or be given one by a Pep Squad member. The volunteers were also expected to show up a few hours before the event to prepare and put on makeup.

After going through the hallways, guests enjoyed the carnival food and games. There were various games that offered prizes, and delicious foods were also up for sale. Popcorn, funnel cake, fries, snow cones, nachos, and chili were also available.

Pep Squad hoped to attract over 200 people for this event. The profit was used for funding the numerous events Pep Squad attends, and for purchasing new material for future years. Pep Flags Captain Sophomore Ivy Chang explained that Pep Squad “obtained a majority of [its] funding from this fundraiser to pay for [their] coaches, music, and more.”

“It’s extremely important for us to work hard in order to allow Pep Squad to continue cheering and showing our school spirit,” Ivy said.

We wish Pep Squad the best of luck in achieving and surpassing its goal this year. mmyint@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of FREE-VECTORS.COM

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Sixteen and Counting

By SHAZIA PATHAN

essary to be capable to handle the endurance and strength required during the games,” explained Cammie, adding, “It would not make sense if When asked about her favorite memory we kept attacking and did not protect our own from the past four years, Girls Varsity Volleycourt.” The team similarly stresses the imporball player senior Cammie Dopke cannot recall tance of staying strong for the season, as the a single favorite moment from her past team has already lost four years. Instead, she gushes that she two of its starting hitters and her teammates, “just talk and have due to injuries. Despite a great time...we have team dinners the team’s security in every Monday night...like right now!” its strength this season, The team is finishing up its League seathese injuries add to the son, and already, nostalgia is hitting the constant uncertainty of players. This is no surprise, given the “having their whole team’s “strong bond and chemistry,” as dynamic change” decited by most of its players as one of pending on a key player the team’s biggest strengths. For the sebecoming injured. Raniors, though, it comes as a surprise how chel, however, is asquickly time has passed. Senior Rachel sured that “every girl Reedy confessed, “I keep reminiscing on [the] team is capable on the great moments and how fast it all of carrying her weight passed, just as I was told it would!” The and every girl is able nostalgic montages of previous seasons to play consistently,” are not detriments but uplifting remindwhich takes away this ers, encouraging the players to “play all SMACK DOWN Junior Stephanie Yen jumps to guard against Glendale as fear for the most part. out, at every chance,” and, for seniors, Beyond the senior Malia Carr and sophomore Hannah Ruiz prepare for the next play. to guide the younger players of the team. scores and undeInitially, before Volleyball’s first league as they are currently 1st in League and hope feated status in their League, the players, game of the year, the team believed that play- to remain so for the rest of the season. After most importantly, are enjoying another great ing more offensively was the answer to solving some reflection on its own plays and the sea- year together, on and off the court. They are its weaknesses of previous seasons. Though the son ahead, the team has realized that defensive playing to their best ability and succeeding. team placed 2nd in Pacific League and made playing is essential “because that is what ulti- Thanks to the team’s early success, its confiit to the first round of CIF last season, two mately wins the game,” explained Cammie, dence is unwavering as it heads further into highly commendable feats, the girls want the adding, “It would not make sense if we kept the league’s increasingly competitive rounds. best and, as always, are aiming to place 1st in attacking and did not protect our own court.” spathan@apachepowwow.com League and ultimately win CIF. Where do the Outside of practice, the players are reliconfidence and great goals come from? Ra- gious in their personal workouts, as it “is necPhoto by BRIAN SOONG Staff Writer

chel revealed that “the team has a lot of great talent and experience,” the results of which have already been evident in the success of the team during its summer tournaments anthroughout the school season. So far, the girls are on track to achieve their high expectations,

REMEMBERING JOSE FERNANDEZ

By JOCELYN HU Performing Arts Editor

A MODERN LEGEND Jose Fernandez is remembered for his bright spirit and inspiring story throughout baseball history.

If you’re a baseball fan, you’ve probably heard about the legend and two-time state champion Jose Fernandez. Fernandez was a well-known American baseball pitcher who died recently in a boat crash on Sept. 25. He was born in 1992, in Santa Clara, Cuba and played Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Miami Marlins for most of his career.

Beyond his record-setting career, Fernandez’s story is remarkable in that he almost never made it to America at all, let alone the MLB. Fernandez lived in Cuba for much of his child-

hood, until in 2005 his step-father defected to America and settled in Tampa, Florida. Fernandez and his family attempted to follow suit three times, but were caught and faced jail sentences each time. Fernandez ultimately spent a year in jail for attempting to leave Cuba.

The family then made another attempt to reach Mexico, and this time arrived safely. They moved to America and settled in Tampa when Fernandez was 16.

Fernandez did not attend college, but went to high school at Braulio Alonso High School in Tampa, Florida. He was drafted by the Miami Marlins in the first round and signed on Aug. 15, 2011. His career started with the 2012 season at Single-A Greensboro. He was quickly promoted to Single-A Jupiter, led all of Marlin’s Minor Leaguers in wins and strikeouts, and was even ranked 2nd among all Single-A pitchers in wins and 5th in strikeouts.

In 2013, Fernandez became National League All-Star and the National League Rookie of the Year. He was the youngest pitcher and Marlin to appear on a 2013 Opening Day roster in history, as well as the first pitcher 20-yearsold or younger to allow a maximum of one run, three hits, in his first two Major League starts since 1965. He became the first pitcher to win awards twice in the same season since 2011, as well as the first pitcher to win in consecutive months since 2006.

As 2014 approached, Fernandez had his second Major League season cut short due to surgery on the tendons in his right arm. He missed a total of 14 months of baseball due to this Tommy John surgery.

Returning on July 2, 2015, he finished his third Major League season with a 6-1 record and a 2.92 Earned Run Average, which represents the average amount of earned runs a pitcher allows every nine innings he pitches. He recorded 79 strikeouts compared to just 14 walks. Even with his injured arm, Fernandez played well and broke even more records.

Sadly, this September, Fernandez died tragically due to a boating accident just weekends before the end of the 2016 regular season.

The Marlins cancelled its next game, and teams throughout the MLB league honored Fernandez with a moment of silence and the display of his jersey. In their following game, all the Marlins wore his jersey for one final victory before announcing they would retire his number.

Fernandez left heartbreaking last words to his girlfriend right before he died, saying “I’m ready for where this journey is gonna take us together.” As one of the youngest pitchers to achieve so much and inspire a generation, Fernandez has left a great legacy to baseball.

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Chatting With GIRLS GOLF

By CHRISTIAN LOWE Staff Writer

DREAM TEAM Freshmen Tiffany Lo, senior Jannell Lo, and junior Gabbi Lewis support each other on and off the pitch.

PGA Champion Arnold Palmer once said, “Success in golf depends less on strength of body, but more on strength of mind and character.”

For the members of the Girls Varsity Golf team, the wisdom in this quote is something they know will give them an edge over the competition. To them, getting into the right frame of mind is essential to success. I had the opportunity to ask junior Gabbi Lewis and freshmen Kate Villegas and Tiffany Lo several questions on what their visions, goals, and achievements for this year’s season. Here are a few of their responses: What personal goals have you set for yourself to achieve victory as well as the team?

KATIE: I personally have three goals that I have set for myself and that is to win U.S. Amateur Women’s Golf, be on the Ladies Professional Golf Association and more importantly, to be top ranked within my division.

TIFFANY: My personal goal is to shoot evenly by the end of the year and just make the best of this year, which is going along pretty well at this point.

GABBI: My goal is simple—to gain more experience and make it further in CIF than I did last year.

What sets you apart from your varsity teammates?

KATIE: What sets me apart from any varsity golf members is that I work extremely hard and I take golf seriously because it’s what I want to do for a living and for the rest of my life.

TIFFANY: Experience sets us apart from each other. Each member brings her talents, experience and strategy to the game daily and how we use [those talents and strategies] sets us apart.

GABBI: What makes me stand out among my peers is that I put everything into what I do...I learn from my mistakes and improve upon them.

As a team we have really good chemistry, we have a good time while also playing our best.

What exercise or nutrition do you feel is important to maximize your abilities?

KATIE: Golf and walking is my workout and [I] exercise every day!

TIFFANY: We stay in shape by walking 3,000 yards every match and practice. The team sometimes works out to build strength.

GABBI: Personally, I like to follow a healthy diet and work out on a regular basis.

However, as a team we all work out to stay in shape.

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FOOTBALL 2.0

By ASHLEY LEE & CHRISTIE WANG Staff Writers

arsity Football has united the AHS student body with its incredible ongoing season. The players have been on top of their game every step of the season, working their way around every opponent, adding to the books with each successful play.

Their continuous success has brought them to high rankings in League, and their performance on the field has shown a true sense of unity among the team.

The football players practiced rigorously over the summer, pushing themselves to the best of their ability while eyeing a successful season ahead of them. They trained long hours every weekday, sweating in the intense heat.

The coaches and players were determined to improve their game and had their minds set on going to playoffs and CIF. With the team’s positive efforts, we can see that its hard work has definitely paid off and its efforts to reach its goals have been growing closer as the season continues.

The team had a great start to its season, beating each team it played, adding to its winning record. Its season opener game against Bell Gardens ended with a score of 51-6. Even having played only one game, the team already showed that it had so much potential for the season. After winning its second game against Monrovia with a score of 22-21, Arcadia continued to extend its winning streak game after

game, defeating Maranatha 21-14 and Pasadena 10-0.

The Apaches continued on with the winning streak at the Homecoming Game on Sept.

30, defeating John Muir High School (JM).

Both teams had a slow start to the game, with the score at 0-0 at the end of the first quarter.

During the second quarter, with 8:53 left on the clock, JM scored the first touchdown of the game, leading 0-6. However, its attempt for a two-point conversion failed, keeping the score 0-6. Later, Arcadia turned the ball to Muir after its fourth down. Muir accepted the ball but fumbled, and Arcadia intercepted. With the ball in possession and just three minutes left in the first half, the players successfully made their way down to the goal line, scoring their first touchdown of the night.

The score was tied 6-6. Junior Randy Lud-wig’s successful punt following the touchdown brought Arcadia to the lead, 7-6.

For the halftime show, the band members outdid themselves, playing their hearts out to “A Rose by Any Other Name: Romeo and Juliet” with Color Guard accompanying them. Both groups made AHS proud, amazing the roaring crowd with their skill, precision, and movement

on the field during half-time. They had an extraordinary show, pepping up the audience with more spirit for the second half of the game.

Once the game resumed and the third quarter began, the Apaches lost possession of the ball, and JM came back out fighting, determined to gain back the lead it had lost. Too soon, Muir was on the 30-yard line with Arcadia on defense. Moments later, Muir made a touchdown, leading the score 7-13. However, its attempt at a punt failed, and the Apaches regained possession of the ball with 8:45 left in the third quarter.

Sophomore Jahlique Stephens made a run for it, making it to the 35-yard line before being tackled by Muir.

Arcadia scored its second touchdown of the night, leading 13-12 succeeding its punt. Arcadia’s defense tightened its hold on Muir, giving up only a few yards. By the fourth quarter, Arcadia was leading the game, scoring yet another touchdown with six minutes still left on the clock. Although there was time left, the game had already ended in Arcadia’s favor thanks to the crowd cheering the players on, and the support of their fellow teammates, leaving the

final score 19-12. Defensive lineman junior Jerry Lu was “focused, excited, and tired” during the game. Jerry, along with everyone else, was “extremely happy because we are 5-0 and Muir is a really hard team to beat.”

Following the Homecoming Game, the Apaches played and won against Burroughs 37-27, improving upon their record and bringing it to 6-0. They continued on the following week and played against Burbank. Unfortunately, after an intense and competitive game, it fell short with a score of 16-26 and lost its first game of the season. Burbank moved into first place in the Pacific League.

The Varsity Football team has come a long way, and to have such a great start to the season is an achievement to be immensely proud of. They are confident of their future success.

Junior Alex Kelliher said, “Our defense is really strong and I think it could lead us to a CIF title. If we execute the game plan, then we’ll get the CIF championship we’ve worked all year for.” Just as the defense line prevented Muir from scoring again, it can certainly take the team to its goals. The team has confidence in its skills to succeed and so do their fellow Apaches. With an already impressive season so far, the boys will certainly end the season on a high note. Good job to the football team, and best of luck on the rest of its season! No Apaches Down! alee@apachepowwow.com cwang@apachepowwow.com Photo by BRANDON CHEN

KING OF GOLF: ARNOLD PALMER

By COLLIN GAJA

Staff Writer

Arnold Palmer is thought to be one of the best golfers in history. Throughout his career, Palmer won a total of 92 championships, 62 of which were amassed in the U.S. PGA Tour. His story starts in the town of Latrobe in Western Pennsylvania. Palmer was the son of professional golfer Milfred J. “Deacon” Palmer, and quickly picked up the sport after his father gave him a set of clubs. When Palmer was around 11, he had already won the Latrobe Country Club’s caddie tournament five times. By the age of 17, Palmer had won two state interscholastic championships. This eventually led him to receive a scholarship to Wake Forest University, where he won three Atlantic Coast Conference Championships during his time playing. Sadly, in 1950, Palmer’s close friend Bud Worsham died in a car accident which shook Palmer to the point of quitting college during his senior year to join the U.S. Coast Guard. After a three year gap from golfing, he returned to play in 1954 and won the second of two consecutive Ohio Amateur Championships. That same year he earned the title of U.S. amateur and during that fall, he turned pro.

During Palmer’s career, he won many major tournaments such as the 1958 Masters

BEGINNING OF A LEGACY (left to right): Legendary Masters’ champions Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player playing a course in 1963. tournament. At the Masters, Palmer outplayed runners-up Doug Ford and Fred Hawkins by one stroke. But Palmer was disappointed about the win and stated, “It was deeply frustrating to me that I won the 1958 Masters, and nine other tournaments prior to that, and that I was denied the opportunity to collect Ryder Cup points

for my play.” Though he was disappointed, he was able to be placed on a team in 1959 to play in the Ryder Cup, a biennial men’s competition between the U.S. and Europe. Palmer’s earliest win was in the 1955 Canadian Open Weston Golf & CC August 17-20. He won the tournament in the fourth round with a score of

70, and won $2,400 in the process. In his later years, Palmer was able to win another Masters in 1960, the U.S Open in 1960, one more Masters in 1962, and his fourth and final Masters in 1964. This final victory allowed him to become the first man to win four consecutive Masters in a row. During his fourth Masters, he won the tournament by six strokes on his 70th round and earned himself a seventh major victory.

Palmer retired from the professional scene on Oct. 13, 2006 due to dissatisfaction with his own plays. After retiring, Palmer helped found The Golf Channel and began kicking off the Master Tournaments until 2009. Sadly, Palmer tragically died on Sept. 25, 2016 while awaiting heart surgery. Less than a week after his passing, Palmer’s life was celebrated at the Ryder Cup with a moment of silence and tribute from the U.S. and European teams.

Throughout Palmer’s career, he had many major victories, such as the 1962 Open Championship and the 1961 Open Championship. His death left the world heartbroken as one of the best golfers in history left us. But his dreams will live on in the spirits of golfers, and his soul will live on forever in our hearts. cgaja@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of SATURDAYEVENINGPOST.COM

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STUDENT LIFE

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By FRANCES CHEUNG Staff Writer

Did you know that America’s second most popular holiday is Halloween? Every year on Oct. 31, children, teens, and sometimes even adults dress up in their favorite costumes, and go out in hopes of receiving candy from local neighbors and friends.

On this night, you see some of the scariest, most unique, creative, and cutest costumes. Some homeowners even take it a step further and transform their entire house into a haunted house with spooky decorations opened for the public to walk through and be scared. However, most homes are simply stocked up with candy, ready to be given out when doorbells are rung by groups of trick-or-treaters that yell “TRICK OR TREAT!” For some, that’s not always the case. Although it is traditional that homes give out candies and treats to trick-or-treaters, occasionally you might encounter some homes that give out really odd and unexpected items. Whether it’s an odd-flavored candy or something even worse, it’s just not something most homes give to passerby trick-or-treaters.

Here are some of the things that your fellow AHS classmates have received from past trick-or-treating experiences.

“This isn’t exactly a physical item, but my experience was I went knocking on the door, and this guy opened the door. He was all dressed up, had candy and everything. However, when he saw me, he took a deep breath in, pointed at me and said, ‘YOUUUUUU.’ Afterwards, he shut the door without giving me any candy, and I didn’t even know who he was.”

—Jill Chen, 10.

“Instead of receiving candy like what most trick-or-treaters typically get, this one home I encountered gave my friends and I entire pies!”

—Mia Harder, 11 “This one year, I went to this home, and this very nice older woman who looked around 50 to 60 years old said that she wanted to give kids something healthy this year. She then proceeded to give us each milk cartons.”

—Kristen Duran, 10 “The weirdest thing I’ve ever received was probably a toothbrush. Who gives a toothbrush on a holiday that’s all about candy?”

—Kyla Dang, 11 “This one lady who lived on my street gave all passing trick-or-treaters candy canes, most likely from the Christmas of the previous year. I’m not even sure if they were expired or not.”

—Christina To, 12 “I think the weirdest thing I’ve ever received was probably just one of those weird candies that looked like human eyeballs.”

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Students PROMOTING LITERACY

By SIMONE CHU Editor-in-Chief

Ernest Hemingway watches the room from his projected spot on the whiteboard, his mouth quirked slightly upward at the corners in the barest hint of a smile. It’s his week—he’s the first author spotlighted by Students Promoting Literacy (SPL), a club dedicated to promoting literacy in the community and renewing a love for reading among the AHS student body. The club aims to complete its mission author by author and reader by reader.

At the club’s weekly meetings, members “present about an author, and then do activities after,” said senior Cathleen Huang, SPL’s secretary. For example, after the officer team presented about Hemingway’s life and summarized a few of his works, members popcorn-read a passage written by Hemingway to get a feel for his style, noting how his signature economical and understated style made it easy for the story to be read out loud.

SPL is not just a club dedicated to an interest, however. “This year, the club is revamping itself,” President senior Tiffany Wong said. “We hope to do more outreach events in collaboration with the public library and retirement homes in the community.” Her favorite aspect of SPL is the opportunity to give back to the community through something she loves: reading. Cathleen shares her enthusiasm: “I’m most excited to get to read to the elderly this year,” she said. SPL’s officer team is also researching other organizations outside of the community to collaborate with, with the guidance of its advisor, Mr. Woodin. “The entire officer team has a lot of respect for each other, and we’re all working super hard to ensure the club’s success this year,” Tiffany said.

SPL is unique on a campus where so many clubs dedicated to a love of science exist, but clubs centered around reading and literature are scarce. SPL welcomes anyone who is passionate about reading, or who is looking to rekindle an old love for a favorite pastime. Because students’ schedules are so tightly packed, it can be difficult to squeeze reading time in each day. However, the weekly author highlights are a great way to hear about works that you might be interested in reading later on. It’s also refreshing to be around other students who share the same interests as you—you won’t find another club on campus with members as enthusiastic about sharing and talking about books that they’ve read.

If you’re interested in making new friends and giving back to the community through reading, SPL meets every Friday in room C110. See you there!

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CONTAC SPOTLIGHT

By BRADFORD YAU Staff Writer

Here at AHS, there are countless opportunities for extracurriculars, as evidenced by the vast number of clubs that were present during Clubs Day. However, a few students in particular have gone the extra mile—instead of creating a club, they have created their own business! Seniors Will Han and Siddharth (Sid) Rao, along with their cofounders Alex Xu, Jeff Xu, Mihir Shah, and Eon John, are the faces behind ContaC, a student-run Californian startup. The overall purpose of this company is to eliminate the need for businesses to buy bland, low-quality business cards that will most likely be thrown away and forgotten, which is a waste of money for businesses and actually hurts the environment. Instead, Sid believed that “streamlining the networking process and eliminating the need to carry around stacks of business cards is the future, which is what the cards designed by our company exactly do.”

Because Sid and Will were put under very strict time constraints and forced to move quickly in order to develop their product and business, the company received high accolades for its extended efforts. According to Will, some of the awards that have been allocated include “an article on the LA Times High School Insider, a sponsored hackathon (HackThe6ix), and... a grant of $500 from 1517 Fund.” Reviews have been very positive for ContaC as well, as they have an average Google rating of five stars and over 700 Facebook likes for its page. Although this company has yet to even hit its one-year anniversary, its growth has been tremendous, and its future looks bright.

Even though the road looks very successful from here on out, it wasn’t always easy: the process of trying to get the business on its feet was challenging and frustrating. Sid mentioned that the biggest struggle when trying to start up was the “communication, as we often had problems with people not delivering what we expected.” He went on to say that there was also an issue with “general information, as not every one of the members live in the same area.” However, the members of ContaC were able to spin this adversity into something positive. Will compared his hardships to his obsession with spicy food, as both require “constant need at the core of my being to find out what I’m capable of, where my boundaries are—and to push those boundaries, not despite but because there is pain involved.” By turning those hardships into a positive experience, Will has developed a grinding mentality that he has used to help ContaC become more prosperous. After facing early adversities, ContaC can look ahead to the promising growth and future in store for it.

Overall, ContaC has gone off to a great start, especially considering all of its team members are high school students! Even more so, the company has yet to hit its one-year anniversary of release, and it has the potential to reach even higher heights. ContaC isn’t just an amazing achievement, as Sid said ContaC has taught the team members that “there's a lot more to be learned from experience than school will ever be able to teach you.” byau@apachepowwow.com

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“All in all, my journey has been full of amazing experiences and failures alike, but it’s the addictive adrenaline rush that comes with the awareness of pain ahead that keeps me coming back for more.”

“Although we were very stressed, the results that we produced were really rewarding and looking back, we did a LOT in six weeks than the average high school student or company can do.”

Student Hobbies @ AHS

By CAMILLE MARQUEZ

Staff Writer

AHS students are known for several traits, one of them being their continuous hard work. Students at AHS underestimate the importance of arranging enough time for their favorite activities. A concern is that pastimes take away time from their academics and there isn’t enough space in their schedules to fit it in. However, hobbies are fun opportunities that help to destress, socialize, and learn new skills. But besides studying for an exam or reviewing lecture notes, what do our fellow Apaches like to do in their free time?

Sophomore Fiza Haroon stated, “My hobbies are dancing and playing soccer. I enjoy playing at the AHS field or in the park.” You don’t need to be a part of a team to truly enjoy a sport; simply gathering some friends at a park to play soccer is just as fun!

Sophomore Vanessa Zhang greatly enjoys spending time with her two dogs.“I have a poodle named Jinny and a german shepherd named Bailey. I make sure to set aside time to walk, feed, and play with them.” It’s easy to get caught up in our school work and neglect our pets at times, but there are several health benefits our dogs and cats give us, including lowering our stress.

“Whenever I’m bored, I scroll through Youtube or watch K-dramas. It gives me the break I need from APENG,” commented junior Cammie Neo. “I do a lot of dancing at San Marino Dance Academy. I’ve been dancing since I was eight or nine and I enjoy it because it helps rid of the pressures I get from school, ” said junior Samantha Chen. Not only will dancing reduce stress, it keeps you active, develops coordination, increases flexibility, and it’s a way to meet new people while doing something you love.

Junior Katherine Chen mentioned, “I watch Gossip Girls and New Girl on Netflix, but it sometimes leads me to procrastinate on homework.

I’ll try to use it as reward for finishing homework instead so I can catch up on some sleep!” Freshman Bryanna Balian also loves to catch up on Netflix in her spare time. She remarked, “My favorite shows are Stranger Things and Pretty Little Liars. Although, I only watch them after I’m done with my homework assignments.”

Why are hobbies important? Hobbies promote creativity. They’re a way to temporarily take a break from our academics. Additionally, they help to alleviate stress; they belittle your focus of personal or school issues. Hobbies reinforce your strengths, whether they may be physical or educational. Engaging in activities allows you to build self-confidence and motivation, which will positively affect your life in all aspects. cmarquez@apachepowwow.com

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FIND THE CURE TO YOUR WRITER’S BLOCK

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD Staff Writer

You know exactly what you’re going to say if you could just find the words, or maybe you don’t. Maybe that’s the problem—you’re just plain out of ideas.

This is a chronic disorder that plagues all writers, even those who aren’t so inclined to call themselves so. In the English language, we have a name for it. We call it “writer’s block”. That’s the idea. There’s a wall separating you and your essay, and to get over is a true trial of determination and creativity.

Writer’s block is unavoidable, inevitable, and common, but there are ways to get over the metaphorical block and it all stems from a different viewpoint.

Jeff Goins, a writer and entrepreneur, described it as a condition that “happens to every writer. It’s inevitable. Your prose has turned to mush, you don’t have a creative bone left in your body, and you want to throw in the towel.” We all know that feeling. Maybe it’ll be minutes, hours, or even days before you come up with a solid idea, and there are times where this may slide, but for the rough deadlines, you might want to try these brainstorming tricks to get over it.

1. Identify the cause. Stress causes writer’s block as much as a lack of ideas does. When you’re coming up mere hours before an essay is due and you take that time to doubt whether it’s possible, you’ve just dug your own hole. In moments like these, close the laptop and take a few breaths. Remember your purpose and what you like readers to gain from your writing. Also, avoid “perfectionism”.

Goins noted, “You want everything to be just right before you ever put pen to paper or touch a keyboard. You try to get it perfect in your head and never do, so you never begin.” This often creates a major block in fluidity, so when facing that critic within, simply writing everything may be more productive than sitting and staring.

2. Think about other things. Maybe you just need to set it aside for a few minutes, so just switch to a different subject for ten or so minutes and come back. This gives your brain a short break to come back refreshed and with a different perspective.

3. What are you trying to say? This method often involves outlining or simply writing down things that you like. Create a list of the things you want readers to feel or see, this leads to creating sentence structures from your comprehensive outline.

4. Start over. This is the last hurrah of writing, especially when it comes to deadlines. If you are completely unsatisfied with the work you produced or with how it reads to the audience, find a new perspective. Look at your topic and find things that relate to you and that you are passionate about, because passionate writers make the best pieces. Pulling an abstract topic may also be helpful. Think of something as simple as the color blue and write something creative.

With all of this in mind, get over that hurdle and write something you love. Writer’s block, though irritating, leads to the best breakthroughs, simply because the writer is able to reevaluate his or her purpose. In some cases, it may even be helpful. So, for the writer in you, push through for the sake of writing and create something you are truly proud of! nnatividad@apachepowwow.com Graphics by DONNA SAYPHRARAJ

FOILED AGAIN?

By KAYLI MAK

Staff Writer

Test anxiety is terrible. The impending sense of doom one gets during the hours before a test is an awful feeling. I happen to be excellent at tearing at my hair and sobbing over textbooks. That’s the way it has always been.

Obviously, if you haven’t studied, freaking out before your test is only natural. Teachers often say that if you know the material, you shouldn’t have any reason to be nervous. I don’t believe that. Sometimes, even if you’re the smartest person in the world, you blank out, putting a serious dent in your currently decent grades. For this reason, there is always a reason to be nervous.

Still, it doesn’t hurt to study a little harder. When I’m studying, my friends just happen to appear out of nowhere. Though I relentlessly tell them that their presence is distracting, their constant antics seem to interfere with my packed schedule of stressing out, crying, and stressing out again. That’s just one example of how studying can go wrong. When my studying is interrupted, I tend to spend a longer time internally screaming than actually studying, and that’s not good, especially when I actually have to study in order to assure myself that I’ll actu-

ally succeed. So, the big idea here is to make sure you study well.

My juvenile middle school habit was to have “test rituals”. This was mainly just to psychologically prepare myself for the test.

I should probably mention that this exercise was just to ensure my personal sanity. I wore bracelets, “lucky” t-shirts, and woke up exactly 30 minutes earlier than usual to pick up the textbook (and to fall back asleep on it).

Those ridiculous things I did took my mind off of the various tests long enough for me to relax, even if it was just for a little bit.

If none of the previous methods have worked, then I suggest swaddling yourself in a blanket (optional) and propping the textbook (and the notes you can dig up) in front of your face. Even if I’m not scrutinizing my notes like some sort of evil scientist, I find that this tricks my mind into believing that I’m being somewhat productive, and being “productive” is always good.

As a whole, if your test anxiety is affecting your ability to actually take the test, then you should probably talk to your teacher. Otherwise, a little stress can be a good thing. It just shows that you care and forces you to study a little harder, and working a little harder is always appreciated. kmak@apachepowwow.com

JUGGLING PRIORITIES

By ROSELIND ZENG

Staff Writer

“Homework. Sports! Afterschool.

TEST!… Sleep? Who has time to sleep anymore?!” So much to do and so little time to complete the daunting tasks at hand. You can’t simply wish these problems away— oh no—it’s never that easy. Your fingers sliding rapidly across the keyboard draws the attention of everyone, while you sit there and review the questionable quality of the essay that’s to be handed in tomorrow.

But then we wonder: is there a better way of going about our learning careers; a more sophisticated path amidst the blunder and chaos of our to-do lists? When the pressure of education clashes with the responsibility of society, what’s the best course of action?

The most important thing to remember when keeping our lives in check is to have a plan. For example, if you have a quiz, a test, and a sports match all in the same week, set aside time to study on top of training.

Everything is much simpler if it’s written out, than when you improvise upon your schedule.

When enacting the goals you’ve set for yourself on paper, stability and time management are what keeps your life from

falling apart. We’ve all had those times when we procrastinate, reassuring our conscience with “I’ll do it later”, but if you maintain a stable schedule, and get rid of all the distractions that come your way during the week, you’ll find that you become more productive.

And lastly, if you want to balance out your busy schedule, then it should be natural to be ahead of the game. If you feel like you’re cranking out work every second but it never satiates the monstrous workload you have, then try to do the work before you’re required to. Preview the chapter, and take notes before the teacher lectures on it.

That way, you gain knowledge and make room for in-depth discussions in class. Review for a test over a course of a few days; this is more effective than that of cramming the night before. Know important dates that are coming up, so that you can attend to what you need and not be so strung out, not knowing what’ll pop up next.

Being in high school is sometimes a daunting task. If you employ the right tactics and be aware of what’s coming your way, however, you’ll achieve many great things in school, and in life. rzeng@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy ICONFINDER.COM

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By SARAH WANG Staff Writer

AHS is known for its massive student population and endless opportunities. With a campus this large, that means that there’s a niche for each and every student to fit into. Whether that niche is a club, sports team, class, or academic team, AHS has one for you. If you’re looking for a meaningful and challenging cause to dedicate your time to, search no further! AHS has 11 top-ranked and equally outstanding academic teams for you to enter. There are clubs of all kinds, shapes, and sizes, from Speech and Debate’s (SD) 123-member family to Academic Decathlon’s (AcaDeca) close-knit 20-member group, and there’s definitely one for you!

AcaDeca prides itself on being the oldest nationally-recognized competition for highschool students. Team members compete in seven categories: Art, Economics, Language and Literature, Music, Science, Social Science, and Math, that all focus around a theme that changes yearly (with the exception of math).

Decathletes also compete in subjective categories: Essay, Interview, and Speech.

If studying isn’t for you, but public speaking’s more your thing, try SD! Even if you have no experience whatsoever, JV and Varsity members will be there to guide you along the way and train you to be the best in your events.

Perhaps you love the thrill of public speaking but have an insatiable desire for expressing your creativity? Destination Imagination is a national high school program that teaches creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Teams use their quick thinking and open imagination to create effective solutions to their problems.

Not all of us are creative masterminds, but there are those who can truly appreciate the fine art of social sciences. History Bowl (HB) is the top-ranked team in Southern California and one of the most successful HB programs in the entire nation! If that wasn’t impressive enough, AHS sent three Quiz Bowl (QB) teams to the national championships last year and sure

By FRANCES CHEUNG Staff Writer

AHS is a place that provides students with many opportunities to learn, try new things, and test their knowledge. One of them is the chance to tutor other students. Tutoring opportunities can not only allow students to help others and contribute to the well-being of the school, but can also test how well their own knowledge is on the topic. The process of tutoring can improve students’ abilities to understand the material they teach, since you need to know the topic well in order to be able to tutor someone else on it. Often, students who are interested in the process of tutoring apply for Peer Tutoring and Outreach programs which accept new tutors semesterly, or sign up for fee-based tutoring at the Career Center.

However, students tutoring for the first time can also run into some struggle when attempt-

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enough, QB took home the national champion title. Don’t be scared away by the prestige of QB, it’s students just like you that lead the way to success. If you are currently a junior, then be sure to try out for Gov. Team next year. Known as Constitution Team and formally known as We The People: the Citizen and the Constitution, Gov Team flew all the way to Washington D.C. last year after making it to the national championships! The 30 Gov. Team members are divided into six units, each focusing on one aspect of the Constitution, and compete by answering the judges’ questions in mock congressional hearings.

Finally, STEM subjects are always hugely popular in high schools. That’s why AHS has five teams dedicated to math and science!

Math Team is an award-winning team that fosters a passion and skill in many levels of math through team competitions as well as individual write-ins. Arcadia’s Physics Team placed 2nd in California and 8th nationally and internationally! Physics Team trains its members to compete in the Physics Olympiad and also to achieve 1st place in all of its many competitions. Ocean Sciences Bowl (OSB) is also a fantastic team to join, especially living so close to the Pacific Ocean. OSB explores all ocean-related science topics, ranging from oceanic crust compositions to coral reef systems. Last but not least, Science Bowl competes in buzzer-competition rounds about all things science and gets the opportunity to compete in JPL’s annual Science Bowl tournament!

So now you know all about AHS’ amazingly diverse academic teams on campus! If , perhaps, your interest has been piqued, more information can be found on ASB’s website. Go for it, and try one, or even try all of them—you never know where you might find your next passion!

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ing to help their peers understand the material.

Although they understand the concepts well, it can be difficult to explain concepts to someone who has a different mindset from you.

1. Just remember that tolerance and patience are key.

Arguably, the most important characteristic of a good tutor is having a high tolerance and patience, even when things get difficult.

Remember, different people learn at different rates. Although some subjects might seem like a breeze for you, they can be overwhelmingly difficult for someone else. Always be patient with your tutee, and break things down as much as possible until he or she finally gets it. One of the worst things you could do as a tutor is to lose your patience. Always remember that your tutee is trying his or her best, and just keep calm!

2. Never multitask while tutoring.

Tutoring while doing your own homework or surfing the Web is never the way to be a good

tutor. First of all, the notion is just rude in general. In addition, you can’t give your maximum attention to your job of tutoring when multitasking, and the tutee can even feel scared to ask you questions if he or she sees that you are distracted. Even if he or she is just working a problem out, make sure you watch over him or her and double check that he or she isn’t doing anything wrong while he or she works. When you’re tutoring, always remember to give your 100%.

3. Don’t ever imply that your tutee isn’t smart.

This isn’t a race. You might’ve understood something quicker than your tutee, but all your tutee needs is more time until he or she eventually gets to your level. There is no need to imply anything that might lower someone else’s self confidence.

4. Share your own experiences.

It’s more than possible that you’ll experi-

ence it—while tutoring, you can realize that you had the exact same problems as your tutee when you were learning the subject. Don’t be afraid to share your own experiences of what you did and what you realized along the way when you were in his or her shoes. You never know—something that helped you understand the concept might just give your tutee that last push he or she needs.

5. Be a friend Remember that you are simply a student, and you are only helping your peer understand something he or she wasn’t sure of. You aren’t there to take the place of his or her teacher, but to simply there to sit with him or her until you can work through it. Always be friendly, and make sure that your tutee feels comfortable!

It’s never a bad thing to make new friends. fcheung@apachepowwow.com

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By ALYSSA RAVE

Staff Writer

With Halloween just around the corner, all types of stores are transforming their themes for the holiday. Popular brands will release new spooky packaging and deals that are to die for.

It’s no surprise that all types of candies become fun-sized and king-sized to fit with the Halloween theme, but some candy brands absolutely top all makeovers of the season. Here are the top eight candies to buy during this Halloween season!

1. Kit-Kats Kit-Kats crown the pyramid of Halloween candy with multiple flavors and a classic formula. There are dark chocolate Kit-Kats the size of your head, or white chocolate mini Kit-Kats that can’t reach the tip of your pinkie finger!

It’s a great candy no matter what taste and size combination you choose.

2. M&M’s M&M’s are the next best sweets to purchase during October. The brand releases giant bags, which offer a great deal based on normal prices and quantity. Not to mention, its packaging annually undergoes an entirely new look to fit the eerie theme of Halloween. The multiple kinds of chocolate, including peanut and pretzel, make for a great Halloween experience!

3. Sour Patch Kids This amazing candy is one of the best. A turn of sour and sweet for all, one deeply welcomed. Sour Patch is a special candy that works for people with allergies to other common ingredients. This candy is here to stay, as its enormous bags of it to little pass-out packages are an addicting choice of treats.

4. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups The Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are hauntingly good. With traditional packaging for other holidays, such as Christmas and Easter, the line transforms into Reese’s Peanut Butter Pump-

By KAITLIN LEE & VIVIAN KWANG

Staff Writers

October, the month of spooks, scares, and peculiarity. On Sept. 30, director Tim Burton dropped a horrific, thrilling movie titled Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, adapted from Ransom Riggs’ world-renowned novel.

With Burton’s reputation for directing weird and creepy movies, this movie was bound to be bizarre. It was as if Riggs wrote the book knowing that Burton would eventually turn it into a hit blockbuster movie. Once again, Burton delivered his unique style to the big screen, bringing Miss Peregrine and her children to vivid life. This movie was filled with nightmare-reincarnated monsters, time traveling, and of course, people with supernatural abilities. As if it was already impossible to add more creative features, the majority of the movie was set during World War II. In this eerie movie, there were a variety of people with special powers. The most notable characters were Jake, the protagonist who can see the Hollows; the monsters that threaten the lives of Peculiars; Miss Peregrine, who can turn into a bird and create time loops so that the day starts over; Enoch, who is essentially a puppet master and can turn abiotic things biotic by adding organs, such as the heart; and Emma, who is lighter than air and has the power to control and manipulate the air. The side characters also stood out in this movie, each one bringing

his or her own peculiarity to the table.

When Jake’s grandfather is found dead in a forest, Jake goes hysteric and thinks he’s insane.

He remembers as a young boy when his grandfather would tell him stories about his time in the home for peculiar children. When Jake finds evidence that all these stories are true, he and his father venture out to an outlying island near Wales. When he finds the home for peculiar children, he gets stuck in a time

As a lover of anything freaky or absurd, we truly did enjoy this movie. We loved the CGI effects, the sets, and most of all, the plot.

The plot was so fascinating that we began to think, was there a limit to Riggs’ imagination?

We were at the edge of our seats the entire time, wondering what would happen next to the peculiar children. The plot was also filled with some humorous moments, making us love the film even more. Lastly, the CGI effects

loop and he transported really tied everything togethto the year 1943. Every day, beer in this extraordinary movie. The fore a bomb is dropped on the house due sets were wonderfully done, each one to the war, Miss Peregrine would reset a reminiscent of Tim Burton’s earlier the day. While there, Jake learns more films, such as Edward Scissorhands about his grandfather and about this and Sleepy Hollow. The colors were new world he entered. The more time eye-catching, and the imagery, although he spends with the peculiar children, sometimes very dark, was creative in the more he starts to learn about himits own way. self and his new-found ability. Since he’s the Although it seems like this movie was only one who can see the Hollows that threaten flawless and just utter perfection, there were the lives of Peculiars, it’s his duty to save Miss some aspects that made us question its excelPeregrine and the other children. lence. We found the movie to be quite similar to

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kins for Halloween. The brand still offers bags of fun size or large individual cups, combos that are simple but yummy.

5. Skittles If you find yourself hosting a fun Halloween party for you and your friends, try your hand in purchasing Skittles, a more sour turn to traditional candy. With more flavors being introduced and packaging becoming customized in various sizes, the company hosts generous deals that leave the customer winning a great steal on candy.

6. Snickers The Snickers candy bar is tasty chocolate that is available in all types of sizes. During October, this brand of candy typically makes its other versions known, such as almond and triple chocolate. The assortment of all aspects of the candy is refreshing, and Snickers is a safe treat to stock up on for Halloween.

7. Starburst Similarly to Skittles, Starburst has an array of flavors including tropical, original or the Halloween mix. This juicy candy has such a big deal going for it, accounting for its small size.

Starbursts come in bags of miniatures, rolls of six or large bags. The age-old candy makes its way onto the list for its variations and different packaging.

8. Crunch The Crunch chocolate bar brings this list to a close, with its similar lay-out to the 100 Grand, but another bracing reason to stay. The candy’s fun-size bar builds onto its rice crisps with a little more chocolate than expected, and the larger bar is a great way to balance the flavors of the ingredients. Crunch is a bit more expensive than 100 Grand, but it is still a nice candy to eat once in awhile. The bar often goes overlooked, but during Halloween, there’s no doubt it will make a comeback.

arave@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of KAITLYN LIAO X-Men, except set in 1943. Also, the main characters, Jake and Emma, sadly were uninteresting and struggled to carry the movie without the other characters supporting them. The antagonist in the film was also weak, as he suffered from a lack of motivation and no real sense of danger for the main characters. In addition, it led to confusing moments when we were unsure what the overall tone of the movie was. At some points in the plot, it was dark and creepy, but there was a sudden skeleton fight laced with slapstick humor and weird hip-hop music playing in the background which caught our attention. Another odd occurrence was the abrupt transitions. Most of the time, there would be no connection between the different shots, it and the scene would just shift on to the next one. Although small, we found this disconnection in transition to be quite irritating.

Overall, we both found the film to be exemplary, ranging from different characters and ideas. But since we have read the first book of the series we cannot truly say if it will satisfy readers. Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is definitely a movie worth watching even if you aren’t a fan of the supernatural or the spooks. We guarantee you that this film will bring you into a world unknown. Lastly, stay peculiar.

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Korean dramas, or K-dramas, have experienced a surge of popularity in the past few years. With attractive actors, a wide variety of genres, exciting and fresh plots, and wonderfully selected soundtracks, what’s not to like about K-dramas? K-drama fanatics can satiate their craving for new K-dramas with the new ones that air towards the end of 2016 and early 2017. And for those who have never watched a K-drama I welcome you to a world of light-hearted comedies, pure romances, and action-packed thrillers. However, beware of the consequences: obsessions, celebrity crushes, and insomnia due to binge-watching marathons.

By JUSTIN CHEN Staff Writer

Clash Royale has become one of the most popular games on the app store. Produced by Supercell and released on Mar. 2, the mobile game is a mixture between an online battle arena and a collectible card game.

The objective of the game is to win more crowns than your opponent, which can be achieved in many ways. Each player h a s two arena towers which guard the crown tower. Destroying an arena tower grants you a crown, while destroying the crown tower grants you three crowns and the win. There are two lanes in the battlefield, and you must destroy one arena tower before attacking the crown tower. At the start of the battle, you are given four cards and five elixirs.

An elixir is used every time you place a card, and you replenish one elixir every second, but you can have a maximum amount of ten elixirs at a time.

Cards are used to destroy

Release date: Nov. 16, 2016

Goblin In the fantasy genre, Goblin tells the tale of a goblin and a grim reaper seeing the dead off into the afterlife.

Goblin stars Train to Busan’s Gong Yoo, Hotel King’s Lee Dong Wook, My Love from the Star’s Yoo In Na, and BtoB’s Yook Sung Jae.

Legend of the Blue Sea One of the most anticipated K-dramas, The Legend of the Blue Sea, stars Lee Min Ho. He achieved the title as the best K-drama actor. In addition, it starts Jun Ji Hyun, who is an acclaimed actress. This drama entices the audience with the love story between a mermaid and a nobleman.

the enemy’s towers, and each one has different abilities and cost different amounts of elixir.

Cards range from tanks, which can soak up a lot of damage, to attackers, who can deal tons of damage if not dealt with swiftly. They also have levels that represent their strength, and have different rarity types. If you win a battle, you are granted a chest, gold, and trophies. Chests give you cards and takes a certain amount of time to open, and your amount of trophies determines your skill level. There are two types of currency in the game: gold and gems. Gems can be bought with real money, and are more rare than gold. Gold can be used to upgrade and buy cards. Clans are groups of players that band together in order to donate cards and battle each other.

You receive experience for donating cards, opening chests, etc, which helps you level up.

Your king’s level determines the strength of the arena and crown towers. Finally, there are nine arenas that you can be in, depending on your amount of trophies.

I believe that Clash Royale is engaging and fun, however it feels too much like a pay-to-win game because players who have large amounts of money spend it all on gold and gems. In turn, they are able to get extremely high level cards that can just

Release date: Early 2017

Night Light Starring Jin Goo, a great actor who established himself in Descendants of the Sun, and UEE from the girl group, After School. This drama, a story of avarice, is bound for great ratings.

Release date: Dec. 2, 2016

Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Ju This drama unites YG entertainment company, labelmates, and co-stars of Cheese in the Trap, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk.

Based on the true story of a Korean weightlifter, Lee Sung Kyung portrays a female weightlifter who falls in love for the first time.

Entourage A very anticipated K-drama, Entourage is packed with a star-studded cast. It stars Cheese in the Trap’s Seo Kang Joon; Running Man’s Lee Kwang Soo; Kim So Hee, former Wonder Girls member; Amber from the girl group, f(x). Entourage is a black comedy that reveals the truth behind stars and the entertainment world.

EARLY 2017

DECEMBER 2016 Release date: Nov. 21, 2016

Release date: Nov. 4, 2016

NOVEMBER 2016

Man to Man Produced by the same writer from Descendants from the Sun, Man to Man gives the audience a glance into the lives of a popular actress and her bodyguard. Starring Cheese in The Trap’s Park Hae Jin, Man to Man also features a cameo from Descendants from the Sun’s Song Joong Ki.

With the hottest and skillful actors and actresses and wonderful storylines, these K-dramas are destined to do well to capture the hearts of viewers. Korean dramas offer beautiful, heartfelt moments as well as outrageous over-the-top absurdity. Which one will you watch?

Which one attracts your attention the most?

wreak havoc on average level cards. Many players, including me, find it unfair to have to fight against such strong opponents that are guaranteed to win against your team. Furthermore, there are cards in the game that are just way too overpowering and need to be made weaker. For example, the princess is a legendary card that is amongst the hardest cards to obtain in the game.

Its attack range is incredibly long, and can even shoot the enemy’s towers from your side of the field. If played correctly, this one card can

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absolutely demolish your team. Its only weakness is its hit points, but that is easily compensated for it only costs three elixir.

Finally, my last concern about Clash Royale is its repetitiveness. I believe that the game is slowly withering down to a bore, and that soon enough everyone will quit playing the game. I think creating new game modes will help put an end to boredom. For example, what if you could play cards with unlimited elixir, but only have five cards at once? That would be an interesting twist to the game, wouldn’t it? Overall, Clash Royale is surely one of my favorite games, however it could use some improvements to make it an even better, more enjoyable game.

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WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR HALLOWEEN TRADITIONS?

By WILLIAM WANG Staff Writer

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October 2016

“I usually dress up with my friends and get together to eat pizza and party at someone’s house. After, we go to Monrovia to go trick-or-treat” — Amanda Ung, 10

Halloween at its core serves to protect us, just as it once did as the tradition of the ancient Celtics. As an outlet for insanity, Halloween allows us to go crazy for one day out of the year so that we can stay sane for the other 364 days.

“I like to dress up in outrageous costumes and go trick-or-treating with family and friends. I especially like my Stay Puft Marshmallow costume.”

— Douglas Nguyen, 12

“I’m usually stuck trick-ortreating with my younger brothers as we trick-or-treat around various places in Arcadia, but otherwise it’s sort of fun.”

— Vanadium Wang, 11

“I like running around the neighborhood with my friends in matching costumes like psychos while trick-or-treating.

Afterwards, we give the candies we don’t like to other trick-or-treaters” — Elisha Wang, 9

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