The Jagwire Volume 3, Issue 1 / September 2015 by The Jagwire

Volume 3, Issue 1 / September 2015

It does not matter where you are born . . . VALERIE SANCHEZ-CERVERA Staff writer

he 14th Amendment grants everyone in the United States the right of citizenship. The law is clear on this point, all children born in the United States are U.S. citizens, regardless of their parents’ legal status. This law is not universally popular among Americans. Seven candidates in the upcoming presidential elections support the re-examining of the 14th Amendment. Determining whether the amendment should or should not be re-examined is a great controversy for the 2016 elections. Donald Trump, along with Rand Paul, Chris Christie, Bobby Jindal and Lindsey Graham, all support the re-examination of the 14th Amendment in the Constitution with hopes of ending birthright citizenship. Carly Fiorina, Jeb Bush, Mike Huckabee and Marco Rubio took a different approach by opposing the re-examination and reworking of the 14th Amendment, while Ted Cruz has avoided taking a position on the issue. Presidential candidates want to re-examine the 14th Amendment arguing that illegal immigrants come to the United States to have their babies and leave them here. Many of our students are immigrants or come from immigrant backgrounds making this an extremely controversial topic because this could greatly affect our country’s future. In the United States today, being a prosperous nation, we benefit from immigrants because they assist in the growth of our economy. Immigrants bring energy and innovation; therefore, host countries are enriched by cultural diversity. Although, immigrants increase population and can put pressure on public services, unemployment may rise if there are unrestricted numbers of incomers.

“The 14th Amendment grants everyone born in the United States the right of citizenship.” Inside the Issue Homecoming court Page 3 Immigrant Parents and Flower Vendors Page 6 & 7 What it means to be a Jag Page 11

The vanishing of our gentle giants

NATALIE RODRIGUEZ Staff writer

lephants are endangered because of the cruel actions of poachers in Africa, killing approximately 96 elephants a day, according to 96elephants.org. Poachers are hunters who murder elephants in order to gather their ivory for objects such as hairpins, chopsticks, pendants, piano keys, identification chops and more. Poaching has been happening since ancient times, but rose significantly in the early 2000’s, in the central forest of Africa. “In 2013, more than 35,000 elephants across Africa were killed for their ivory,” according to the Huffington Post. Recently, many journalists have been trying to spread the word because of the new study that elephants will be extinct by 2020 or even sooner. An organization named 96elephants.org has organized campaigns to help these poor animals. Gentle creatures who cause a positive impact in their ecosystem, elephants dig pools of water that other organisms depend on, open forest trails and spread seeds over many miles. Poachers in Africa have been wiping out the species in order to trade to countries such as China, Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, other parts of Asia, the far east of Africa and even here in the United States. The main trade source is in Asia and in the U.S. “The U.S. is one of the world’s largest ivory consumers and maintains a legal commercial ivory market that serves as cover for smuggled ivory,” said the National Geographic website. According to National Geographic, in 2015 the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco have been selling ivory illegally. “A 2015 report by the Natural Resources Defense Council found that up to 90 percent of ivory for sale in Los Angeles and 80 percent in San Francisco is likely illegal.” Not only are they selling the ivory in markets, but also on Craigslist at a rate of $1.5 million worth of ivory in a month. To gather the elephants the gunmen hunt the animals down and use brutal tactics to remove their tusks. The materials they use are machine guns, night vision goggles, axes and GPS. Originally they are not allowed to hunt them, but they do and sell their valuable parts to the black market. If these vicious actions continue, our future generations will never see an elephant in the flesh and will have little to no knowledge of these gentle giants. If you would like to help, visit 96elephants.org for more information.

A second chance

YULYANNA MUNOZ Staff writer

ccording to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals statistics, here in the United States, there are approximately 7.6 million companion animals that enter shelters nationwide. About 3.9 million of these animals are dogs and 3.4 million are cats, not including the animals that do not make it to a shelter or a home due to a variety of misfortunes. On August 15, 2015, people nationwide gave some of these animals a second chance. Thousands of animals in shelters around the country were granted another opportunity to have a better life. Shelters around the country collaborated with Telemundo and NBC News to find stray animals as well as sheltered animals a caring home. According to NBC News, with more than 400 shelters across the country participating, twenty shelters reported that they had “cleared” all adoptable animals. NBC news was proud to report a story of a woman in North Carolina who filled her minivan with five puppies and three dogs that were at risk of being put to sleep. Now they are on their way to a New York shelter where a better life awaits them. Every shelter that participated made a difference, no matter how big or small. They all made it possible for those animals to keep living.

The collaboration of all Humane Society shelters nationwide, NBC news and Telemundo consisted of one day where all prices of any animal was set at only twenty dollars. The shelter and its hospital provided the new owner a total of five hundred dollars worth of coverage for the owner to take their new pet for a check up. The Orange County Fair also contributed by giving away two tickets as well as a goody bag to each new owner. Nearly twenty thousand animals were adopted.

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DANIEL FLORES YULY MUNOZ ZAZUETA STAFF WRITER

Jessica Acedo *I love the Dodgers. *I like to Hike. *My favorite artist is Dom Kennedy.

David Sanchez Carolina Madrigal

*I have six siblings. * I have been working at Juan Pollo for two years. *This is my third year running.

*I love Kanye West! *I was the mascott last year. *I dropPed my phone in the Pacific Ocean.

Angeline Alihan

Chirstopher Musni *I left Diamond Ranch to come to Ontario. *I am a C.I.F athlete. *I lost my glasses in the Ocean for 30 minutes, but I found them later

*I Stopped believing in Santa Clause in SEVENth grade. * I love chicken quesidillas. *I have been dancing for 14 years.

Essence Miller Justin Vizcarra

*I play Volleyball. *I like to Dance. *I love to cook.

*I know sign language. *My favorite food is pizza. *I like to do light shows.

Sabrina Lape *I love School. *I love photoshop. *I lined up at THREE in the morning just to get a senior locker.

* I play the clarinet in the OHS entertainment corps. *I love Key Club. *Music is my life!

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Welcome to the Jag family!

SYDNEY HUYNH Staff writer

Have you met the “new kids” on the block? Our Jag family welcomes three foreign exchange students Angie Chen, Alessandro Broli, and Karl Duhme into Ontario High School with open arms. “Ale” Broli in French class.

In Italy, we get pizza with coke, but here you guys drink it with milk.

The people are more outgoing compared to Europeans more reserved natures.

I want to party at prom with all my friends and future prom date.

fter hearing rumors about new foreign exchange students, you might be wondering who will be our foreign exchange students this year. This school year brings students from Italy and Germany to OHS. The foreign student exchange program lasts one full year with the exchange students usually starting and ending their senior year in high school. The exchange students experience a different culture, learn the English language and interact with other high school students in sports, extracurricular activities and during lunch. Our newest foreign exchange students are no pushovers when it comes to academics. All three foreign exchange students are taking rigorous classes such as Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus. They engage in sports such as tennis, water polo and soccer. Well-rounded and driven, OHS can be assured these students bring more diversity to Ontario High School. Senior Angie Chen was born in China, and at the young age of 12, moved to Italy. Chen is delighted to be in an American high school. She compares American culture to the Chinese lifestyle in some ways, but says it greatly differs from European culture. She loves the food here, happily stating, “In Italy, we get pizza with coke, but here you guys drink it with milk.” Her hosting family treats her very lovingly. Chen does not feel homesick for her family back in Italy because “she feels as though her independence has already begun.” Chen wishes to continue to stay in America after she graduates and sets her dreams to double major in music and communications. Alessandro Broli, an Italian Senior in high school, came to America in hopes of learning more of the English language. He wishes to attend Stanford in the future and dreams to become a neurologist. Broli’s home city is located close to Milan. He was born on the island of Corsica, a French province. He is fluent in French. His hobbies include chess, visiting the beaches and playing water polo. Broli especially enjoys “visiting the seasides

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of Newport Beach, Laguna Beach; any beach anywhere.” With three years of prior experience, Broli loves to play water polo and thus decided to join our Ontario Varsity water polo team. Broli considers American people as “welcoming and friendly” contrasting Italians, who only say hi when you first take the initiative. Broli lives together with Karl Duhme and appreciates the host family’s generosity, but at times he still misses home. Before leaving for Italy next year, Broli hopes to “party at Prom”with all his friends and his future date. Karl Duhme, a Junior foreign exchange student, came from Berlin, Germany. “Everything in America is different, such as the people, food, culture, just everything is different.” Duhme acknowledges America as one of the most affectionate and friendly places he has ever visited. “The people are more outgoing compared to Europeans more reserved natures.” Despite going back to Germany next school year, Duhme is considering to apply for one of the colleges in the USA. He is trilingual speaking Spanish, English and German. Duhme’s favorite sport is soccer and he plans to try out for our soccer team later in the year. His host family is really “American in a good way” and lives along with Broli. Duhme says he chose to come to America “because this is the USA, it is a dream come true.” The next time you see one of our visiting students, do not forget to introduce yourself because you never know how amazing your new friend might turn out to be.

Duhme working in Pre-Cal.

Nothing overly dramatic ALONDRA ALSALAMY Staff writer

he new drama teacher, Mr. Mascio, has joined the OHS staff for the 2015-2016 school year and he plans to stay a while. Mr. Mascio has many new ideas for his students to improve attendance at theater productions. “I want to do things that people talk about afterwards in a positive way,” Mascio states. Things like play selections, building up the drama department, fellow student’s opinions, building a positive presence on campus, and opening a wider range for different theatrical opportunities are all part of his plans. Drama students Therek Romo, Emily Huitz, Angel Roa and Ivan Villapando believe that Mr. Mascio will work to improve the drama department. Stephanie Alsalamy says, “I’m sad that he’s barely coming my senior year, but I know he will do great things for OHS and five years from now, the drama program will be something everyone wants to be a part of.

While you may not have met the new drama teacher, the odds are that you have a picture with him from one of your previous visits to Disneyland. He worked there for nine years. In fact, he is the only person to ever play both Darth Maul and The Mad Hatter. But Disneyland is not the only cool thing about his past. He also worked with California Weekly Explorer, the assistant to a television manager in Hollywood, he runs an improv group and teaches a teen improv group. Do not miss out on the Fall production, “The Bad and the Ugly.” There will be musical numbers, monologues and scenes of all your favorite villains up on stage.“The idea of this show is fun and evil,” states Mascio.

Mr. Mascio is sometimes confused with Mr. McConnell, the AP English and Composition teacher here at OHS. (Alsalamy)

Jags On: Food RICKY BECERRA & DANIEL VERGARA Staff writers

(Vergara)

Kiara Romero, Freshman 1. Takis 2. Mushrooms 3. I’m not on the healthy side 4. Strawberries. I don’t like the taste

1. What is your favorite midnight snack? 2. What is the worst pizza topping? 3. What is your opinion on a healthy diet? 4. What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten? How did it

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Daniel Ortega, Sophomore 1. McDonalds 2. Pepperoni 3. It’s dumb. 4. A jar of mayo

Samantha Nieves, Junior 1. Cocoa Krispies 2. Mushroom, pineapples, and olives 3. It’s very important. It revolves around my life 4. BeanBoozled

(Essien)

Andrea Morales, Senior 1.Hershey Kisses/ leftover pizza 2.Mushrooms 3.You should have it 4.Frog legs. It tasted like chicken

[Jelly Beans]

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Immigrantparents MARIANA OROZCO-BERBER Staff writer

any students in California come from immigrant backgrounds and although they do not necessarily feel academically disadvantaged, they do not feel as though they are equal to people with legal parents. Immigrants come to America every day because it is the “Land of the Opportunity” and they want their children to obtain a better life. A recent graduate of Ontario High School, Alex Orozco, stated, “Because I come from a low income immigrant background, I basically got a full ride to my dream school and I’m on to pursue my dream career.” His dream is to become an engineer, and his parents, no matter how much they desire, could never hand that to him. Due to his immigrant background, half of his dream was handed According to Movoto.com, these are the demographto him by the government. The government gives him ics on our campus; showing the racial backgrounds of the school. what his parents could not provide and grateful for that opportunity. Sophomore Cassandra Cruz mentioned that she was limited to travel because there is always that danger that if her family goes out of the country, they might end up deported. The limit of travel might seem like an irrelevant disadvantage, but it is really more important than it seems. Traveling is the easiest way to gain cultural experience and broaden our knowledge. These students are limited to factors and real life experiences because their parents cannot travel, and as a result, neither can they. Both students interviewed mentioned that they are held to high expectations from their parents and being first generation in America is hard since they do not have anyone to really guide them; any help they need they have to hunt down themselves. While everything is new and they do not have a path to follow, they build their own and hope it works out and if it does not, they improvise. Coming from such backgrounds motivates them to be able to continue to do well in school. They want a better life for themselves and their families.

In the end, their immigrant background serve as an advantage to them because it generates a hunger for success, the need to prove

to everyone that they can do it too.

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Detained for selling flowers? ORLANDO MAYORQUIN Staff writer

he San Bernardino Police Department recently boasted about the removal of flower and fruit vendors in San Bernardino, bringing awareness to the controversial street vending law in place. In mid-August, the official Twitter account of the San Bernardino Police Department tweeted several photos that included captions such as, “Another great job by our community policing specialists” and “Another illegal street vendor taken off the street”. Due to health concerns, street vending is illegal in San Bernardino County. "People who are doing it illegally could be making cheese in their bathroom...You don't have any way of monitoring and ensuring that it is safe,” said Terri Williams, the environmental health division chief for the San Bernardino County Public Health Department. The controversy behind this law lies in the effect it has on the community. This law negates the primary source of income for many economically struggling families who have to resort to street vending. “I have a family to feed and bills to pay,” said Enrique Gomez, a roadside taco vendor and a Mexican immigrant, in an interview with the SBSun. Many would consider this as an honest way to provide for a family and that officials should leave it to human intuition to determine whether a street vendor’s product is healthy. On the flip side, illegal street vendors affect businesses who actually have the permission to sell. Jose Reyes, a taco shop owner, says that businesses ask the authorities to enforce such laws because the street vendors take away customers, “I understand the way the economy is that people need to survive...but there is also a way of doing things properly.” This is not only limited to taco shops, but businesses that sell fresh fruit and flower shops as well. OHS studenta weighed in on the matter. “I think street vending without a permit should be illegal because it creates health risks in the community. They also draw away customers from legitimate businesses because they do not charge tax.” said Junior Robert Guerrero. Gabriel Sanchez, another junior, disagreed “It should not be illegal if the person selling is benefiting their life from it.” (Govea) No matter your perspective, this law is affecting our community. A local vendor located in the Pomona Swapmeet who has gone through the porcess of obtainging a permit to sell.

Cracks in the Healthcare System KRISTEN ESSIEN Co-Editor in Chief

Editorial

cross the nation, there are ambulances racing to the scene of accidents and other crises. Ironically, this potentially life-saving service is quickly followed by numerous bills that may just stop your heart. On August 9th, 2015, my family was involved in a car accident. Both my mother and sister in the front seat were fine. I was not as lucky as they were, and they were initially unsure about my condition because I had blacked out in the back. As a precaution and due to prior brain injuries, my mother had me taken to the emergency room, where I turned out fine. At the time, the ambulance ride seemed like a good idea: a quick ride to a hospital for my mother, sister, we could join my gravely injured father and I would get also checked out in a timely fashion. Instead, the driver drove in circles attempting to find the hospital while my mother cried and tried to get in contact with relatives who had already arrived at the emergency room. On August 25th, we received a notice in the mail about our bill. The ambulance service charged $26 dollars per mile (the driver got lost on the way to the hospital) in addition to various other fees, amounting to a couple thousand dollars, and that did not include the emergency services at the hospital. I received no care inside of the ambulance, only transportation and a casual conversation about my college ideals with the paramedic. According to health.costhelper.com, most ambulance rides cost around $3,600, on average. In Elisabeth Rosenthal’s article in the New York Times “Think the E.R. Is Expensive? Look at How Much It Costs to Get There”, she reported that one woman was so marked by her experience in 2013 — “The two-block ride was billed at $900. All they did was put a paper mask on me”— that she has since vowed to always find alternate transportation, if she finds herself in need. When it comes to your life, cost should not matter. During an emergency, one should not be weighing the balance between their life and their checkbook. Ambulances have the right of way in traffic, but must that privilege come at such a great cost?

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ALICIA GOVEA Editor

general misperception exists among the college preparatory students on our campus that they hold a low work ethic. No matter what, students still deserve recognition of their achievements. These opinions and misconceptions derive from a general observation from adults or other students. The cause, most likely, is a scenario that sheds bad light on college prep students, thus they receive a negative and false conception. So how do college prep students feel about this generalization of them and their fellow classmates? Junior Valerie Trujillo, says, “I do believe it is a general misconception [that college prep students possess a low ambition], just because they don’t take AP or Honors classes doesn’t mean they have a low work ethic.” Trujillo, a college prep student herself, states, “I do not think it is one student that sets a reputation or the majority.” Junior John Medrano, states “... I do believe that it is a [misperception] that

Props to prep non Honors students have a low work ethic...one of my closest friends isn’t in Honors classes and yet is the most hardworking person I know.” Medrano says he is not taking Honors classes this year, and believes, “The majority [of the student body] sets the reputation.” What about from the view of a teacher, how do they perceive the college prep students? “The impression is the college prep students aren’t as hard working as the Honors students. Their skills aren’t as good; it’s not necessarily the expectation, but it’s what most teachers feel,” says Chemistry teacher, Mrs. Montoya. Montoya goes on to say, “I think it’s a majority of the kids, but they aren’t as diligent. They either have more distractions in their lives or maybe their skill level isn’t as high.” “The AP and Honors students often are [praised more]. Generally speaking, the AP students and Honors students are the ones that are involved in everything on campus. If you go to a general prep class, most of the kids that are involved in some-

thing will be in a sport.” says Montoya. Even more so, is there an obvious difference in student involvement on campus? Montoya says, “The percentage of kids in a prep class that are involved in a sport or any organization on campus versus the percentage of students in an AP or Honors class...it’s a huge difference...many of them have the ability, they just don’t want to work; at least that’s what I perceive.” However, what do fellow Ontario AP/Honors students have to say about this subject? Carmen Sanchez, a Junior who is enrolled in AP classes states, “Non-Honors students have a bad reputation of not wanting to do work or just slack off and pass with a C, even a D.” Sanchez goes on to state, “AP [students are] praised more because they are being congratulated for their hard work.” Find the jag in the OnLINE issue! First person to present this hidden jag to mrs. white in rm. 125 wins a pprize

Don’t let social media mess with your mind DUBY JIMENEZ Staff writer

ocial media’s effect on our ability to communicate and interact with others is visible throughout society among all age levels. A recent survey conducted by Edison Research asked more than 2,000 U.S. citizens ages 12 and older how many of them used social media. The Researchers found that 67 percent of the respondents use social media (Social Times). These statistics reveal how direct interaction is not being seen as the primary way of communication anymore instead, people are beginning to value social media more because it is a convenient way to communicate with large groups of people. Social media is not only affecting how users interact with others, but how they feel emotionally. An online social connection is supposed to give emotional satisfaction, but through research it has been proven that social media is

actually perpetuating negative feelings such as depression and anxiety (Human Kinetics). Pictures of ideal people are constantly shown through social media which automatically affects the self esteem of people by causing feelings of personal dissatisfaction.

(Martinez) Social media contributes to a decrease in social interaction with one’s peers.

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STEPHANIE CARBALLO Co-Editor in Chief

The F word

genders, all sexualities. It’s a movement that feminist movement. hrough social media and everyday incorporates everybody to be equal and to Other stars are not on board with conversations, people have acquired a feminism. Actress Sara Jessica Parker reitertwisted interpretation of what the word have their rights.” The extremities of the movement are ated words of a famous playwright and said “feminism” means. what steer some away from it. “I’m not a feminist, I’m a humanist” (CosMisconceptions and misunderstandings about Junior, Michelle Urzua says “I supmopolitan.com). Many women are afraid of feminism lead many to oppose the movement. attaching “feminist” to their list of qualities People are in opposition of feminism port some things [concerning feminism] but I think it’s out of control and now it’s a trend to because of the negative connotation it carries. because they believe that all feminists are be a feminist.” People also oppose the smaller Country artist Carrie Underwood said “I strictly white and female, hate men, or feel factions within the feminist movement that wouldn’t go as far as to say I am a feminist, that women are superior to men. focus on making it a social norm for females that can come off as a negative connotation. Others oppose the movement because they to be able to expose their nipples in public But I am a strong female” (Cosmopolitan. believe that inequality between the sexes is com). something of the past that does Is the word “feminism” the best fit not exist today because it has Many women are afraid of attaching “feminist” to their list word for movement that seeks equalbeen erased through social and of qualities because of the negative connotation it carries. ity for allasexes? The root word “female” political movements for women’s in “feminism” leads one to assume that rights. or grow out their body hair the way men “feminism” is strictly for females. Feminism is a movement that is typically do. Urzua says that things like gainSophomore Andrew Provencio says open to people of all genders and races who ing wage equality are more important than “I wouldn’t call myself one [a feminist], but show an interest in seeking gender equality. gender equality [I support].” Provencio agrees According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, growing out body hair for a movement. And junior, Amerika Dixon says she does not supthat feminism has a negative connotation feminism is “the belief that men and women port the “Free the Nipple” movement because and if the movement had a different name he should have equal rights and opportunities; she believes women should always have their would be able to identify with it more. organized activity in support of women’s breasts covered. rights and interests”. Whether people decide to call Celebrities like Emma Watson, John Senior Leslie Acosta says “[Femithemselves feminists or not, the important Legend and Zooey Deschanel have publically nism] is not just about women… Celebrities thing is that most are in favor of moveannounced that they are supporters of the like Emma Watson, John Legit’s about all ments for gender equality.

Boys vs Girls ALONDRA ALSALAMY & JULIANA LOPEZ

(A. Rivera)

Staff writers

16 people say guys

4 people say girls

17 people say girls 20 people say girls

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7 peole say yes

3 people say guys

Whose the superior driver?

13 people say no

Who’s best dressesd?

Who is smarter?

Do you think guys should text first?

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What it means to be a Jag

he school year is just beginning; what better way to start it off than by pumping students up with OHS pride. Ontario High School has had many achievements throughout its years which gives us plenty of reasons to be proud of our school. Students and staff of OHS were asked the question: What does it mean to be a Jag? Freshman, Patricia Montoya, said, “Being a Jaguar means taking pride in what you do and respecting others.” Kevin Esparza, sophomore, said, “It means to be a proud and hard working person to be in one of the best high schools in the district.” Junior, Adrianna Avila, answered, “It means working hard to try and make your school look better and break through any bad perceptions of us.” Senior, Gisselle Molina, said, “Being a jag means having pride in who you are.”

(Magaña)

Ontario High School’s first spirit rally of 2015-2016 was a success. Students were pumped and screamed school spirit for their classes.

(C. Rivera)

Roy Pizano, ASB vice president, stated, “Being a jag is more than just a mascot, memory, or alma mater. Possessing the the title jag represents a sense of community and the ability to go above and beyond for the goodwill of others.” Mr. Zaldivar answered, “ Someone that is willing to learn, help, and take risks. It is someone that is proud of their community.” Overall, each person has different points of view, but they will always have one “Jag” trait in common: to be a Jag you must be yourself. The good things that occur in school are because the that acts you, the students and staff of OHS, have done. Whether you are a student, custodian, teacher, or hold any other position at school, always remember that we are from Ontario High School and being a Jag is how you decide to make it.

(Magaña)

Road to Solofest ERIKA VILLARREAL & LOGAN ROLDAN Staff writers

(Martinez)

roving to be some of the best singers at Ontario High School, choir students, Therek Romo, Alex Pierre, Victoria Valderrama, Emily Huitz and Amanda Powers are moving on to compete in Solofest! Seniors, Amanda Powers and Victoria Valderrama take on the General competition with Cheyanne Sanders, Paula Cruz and Lanette Tovalin as their Solofest alternates backup.

Senior, Alex Pierre will compete as an Independent classical singer with no alternate backup. The Solofest will be scored in five parts: Musical Selection Difficulty, Intonation, Tone Quality, Musicianship and interpretation categories. Competitors will be narrowed down based on the accuracy of the pitch, the focus of the singer and the consistency of voice.

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Solo finalists from left to right: Emily Huitz, Therek Romo, Amanda Powers, Victoria Valderrama, John Strickland, Alex Pierre, Kristin Stull.

These four exceptional singers only have the first week to work with Mrs. Krauss before the start of auditions for their fall production. After that, the new contestants begin working independently on perfecting their song.

Journalism explained

RODOLFO VARELA Staff writer

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ou may or may not find yourself asking “What does a Journalist do?” or “Who are journalists?” Here is how it works in… the Jagwire. First of all, our monthly cycle consists of two or three stories per person and several hours of working on putting together the actual paper. The process of working on print is relatively difficult with a staff of 37 to help out. Usually, the ratio of working on the print paper is one page to three staff members. Layout time can be hectic and communication is crucial. Aside from print, we also have an online newspaper which is staffed by only about six people. Although it is easier to publish stories, it is more difficult to customize due to all the specifications necessary for the outcome. The online paper is where longer stories usually go, or stories that are time-sensitive. The process of producing both papers is between 14-24 hours of work including class time and layout sessions after school. Once the paper has been printed, it is ready for distribution. We also receive criticism from peers as well as some comedic harassment. We are always reminded of some layout mistakes or inconsistencies within our paper ranging from spelling errors to distorted graphics. While the harassment is fun to listen to, every month people ask most frequently “Where is the Jag hidden?” or “When does the newspaper come out?” these questions excite us! That is how we know people are excited about our release! Many people may not know that we pay to publish our own paper, using funds that come from selling advertisements. That is the general process of being in Journalism, maybe you should try it out next year!

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