THE PAW PRINT Vol. 1 Issue 1
September 12, 2017 Every Ending, Starts With a Beginning
The students of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School proudly present to you the first of many issues of “The Paw Print”. The first student led school newspaper. The students working on this paper put in a lot of time and effort into creating something great for the good of the student body. This newspaper will be filled with awesome thoughts, insight, and ideas from some amazing students ranging from grades 6 through 12. While still in its infancy of development, it is our goal that the Paw Print becomes something for other staff and students to build upon for years and years to come. Just as anything starting out new there is sure to be some growing pains and multiple changes happening. The team working on this paper felt it was very important to get something started to help build school moral and student/staff participation in making Urban Pathways a school that students would be excited about going to and staff would be proud to work at. On behalf of the entire Paw Print staff I would like to say thank you for taking the time to read and welcome to the “Paw Print” era, long may it reign. Hail to UP
Written by UP Staff
DACA Supporters to Rally DACA which stands for the (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival) is scheduled to be phased out by President Donald Trump. This program which protects undocumented immigrants who were brought to this country as infants or children from deportation. There are some in our area who disagree with this plan to phase out the program that could affect over 80,000 individuals. Among those defenders is a group of protestors from Mt. Lebanon area who plan to stage a rally outside several business offices in the upcoming weeks. Written by: TyRaya Kitchen & Jaquan Benton
Exciting NBA Offseason This offseason NBA teams went hard at targeting great players to add to their teams. The team that I feel went the hardest were the Boston Celtics with getting Kyrie Irving in a trade from my favorite team, the Cleveland Cavaliers. In return Cavs received Isaiah Thomas a few other players, and a draft pick. I still have faith in my Cavs to beat the Celtics this year. I think LeBron will be a great mentor to Isaiah and Isaiah will have a good season. Will he have a better year than Kyrie? We will see. The eastern conference is going to be hard to win for any team. The real test will come during the NBA finals to beat Golden State Warriors since they have all their superstars coming back to their team. My Cavs always work very hard and play well during the playoffs. So I still have faith that they will be able to beat Golden State again and win another championship. Written by: Mikayla Hall & Emoni Taylor
World/Local News Hurricane Season in Full Effect What’s going on in the world? Well… Hurricane Irma awaits Florida, while gas stations and highways are clogged full of locals evacuating. Hurricane Katrina damage costs were $125 billion dollars, but hurricane Harvey and hurricane Irma will probably not compare. What’s your estimate? “This Hurricane could be wider than our whole state, “quotes the governor of Florida. Hurricane Irma compares to Hurricane Andrew. If you would like to help text IRMA to 90999 to donate $10 to the Red Cross.
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Written by Marcia Hill & Taylor Dotson
Largest Gun Seizure in Allegheny County Police in Allegheny County seized the largest amount of guns ever at one time last week. The owner of the house was 65 year old Gary Guyaux. He has been in jail since 2016. When police arrived at his home to remove illegal weapons, they had no idea how many were there. It took officers three days to remove all of the guns. The house was in nasty condition. 38 dogs were removed and taken to local shelters. Of all the 586 guns, most of them were loaded. In addition to assault rifles and handguns, a rocket launcher was also found in the home Written by Ty’Raya Kitchen and Ja’Quan Benton
Is your bus route going to change? Every year the Port Authority seems to be at risk of losing funding. This was supposed to change in 2013, when the state secured money to give to the authority over the next decade. State lawmakers are now planning to take some of this money to work on other projects. $80 million could be taken from the Port Authority directly. This would eliminate more than half of the 102 bus and train routes in Allegheny County. This would have a large impact on Urban Pathways students and staff who commute. As Laura Weins of Pittsburghers for Public Transit stated, “Public transit is not a choice for many people - it’s a necessity.” Written by UP Staff
Is it Time for War? North Korean leader Kim Jung Un has plans to complete another missile test. This missile a hydrogen bomb which reportedly can sit atop a ballistic missile, expanding its landing trajectory is viewed as a very serious threat by the United States and President Trump. President Trump has already stated that if provoked the USA would strike back with Military force. I ask you, is it a time for war? What else can be done to prevent a war with North Korea? My answer is no, it isn’t a time for war. Kim Jung Un and Donald Trump need to find a better way to handle their differences and not put millions of lives at stake. Written by Taylor Dotson & Marcia Hill
Sports and Clubs A US Open First For the first time in over 30 years professional women’s tennis achieved something great, the final four in the US Open tournament were all Americans. Madison Keys, Sloan Stephens, Venus Williams, and CoCo Vandeweghe. Sloan Stephens the only unraked player in this final four was the eventual championship winner beating out Madison Keys for the title. This entire tournament was filled with first and was made a historical event during the championship match. All the women in the tournament played tough and showed that America is still a force in the professional tennis world.
Written by Mikayla Hall & UP Staff
New Deals for Steelers Front Office As the Steelers dive into the 2017 NFL season and all the uncertainness that will sure follow, they can be sure about their front office staying in place. At least for the time being. The Steelers gave a contract extensions to Head Coach Mike Tomlin and General Manager Kevin Colbert. Mike Tomlin’s extension was for two years extending him through the 2020 NFL season. It is projected that his salary would be around 6 million per season. Kevin Colbert’s extension was also for two years running through the 2020 season. Could this mean a complete regime change after the 2020 season for the Steelers?
Clubs Clubs Clubs!!!
After surveying several students during last school year, the most common theme found was that students wanted more clubs and things to do after school. Well we are happy to say our voices have been heard. With the help of our hardworking staff we now have several clubs students can choose to participate in. These clubs created to help build student interaction and student pride are being offered by staff who are volunteering their time to do something for us, the student body. So please let’s thank everyone involved with starting these clubs and let’s get active. Below is the list of clubs along with the club’s advisor(s). Written by Miracle Brooks & Niccole Bermudez Photography Chess National Honor Society Soccer Black Student Union Drivers Education Middle School Student Council High School Student Council Drama Key Club
Mr. Corbett Mr. Campbell Mr. Mutschler Mr. Whelan Mrs. Ferguson Mr. Reynolds Mr. Corbett Mr. Campbell Ms. Heflin Mrs. Ferguson
Middle School Book Club High School Book Club Fishing Cheerleading Newspaper Golf Kickboxing Dance Video Game Tennis
Ms. Cooper Mr. Campbell Mr. Prokopik Ms. Neely Mr. Reevey & Mr. Corbett Mr. Lockley Mr. Reevey Deasia Reed (Senior) TBD TBD
Entertainment Top 10 Hits of the Month 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Look at what you made me do (Taylor Swift) Despacito (Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, Justin Bieber) Bodak Yellow (Cardi B) Wild Thoughts (Rihanna, DJ Khaled, Bryson Tiller) Attention (Charlie Puth) Believer (Image Dragons) Unforgettable (French Montana ,Rae Sremmurd) There’s Nothin Holding Me Back (Shawn Mendez) Bank Account (21 Savage) Rack It Up (Yo Gotti, Nicki Minaj)
By Fatimah Bisiriyu
Fall TV Preview Line Up Tuesday, Sept. 5- American Horror Story: Cult (FX) Over-the-top creepiness and scary clowns make for a terrifying time. Friday, Sept. 22- Fuller House Season 3 (Netflix) More fun times with the Tanner family and their everyday lives. Monday, September 25- The Voice Season 13 (NBC) A singing competition returns to find a brand new star. Wednesday, September 27- Empire Season 4 (FOX) The plans of a music star competing to take over the hip hop throne. Thursday October 5- Scandal Season 7 (ABC) Olivia Pope is back taking aim at the oval office Written by Mr. Corbett
Get in Style: New Jordan Release Dates
Air Jordan 11 “Gym Red” Release Date: December 16, 2017 Price: $220 Air Jordan 11 “Navy” Colorway: White/Midnight Navy-University Blue Release Date: November 24, 2017 Price: $220 Air Jordan 5 Blue Suede Colorway: Game Royal/Game Royal-Black Release Date: September 30, 2017 Price: $190
By Maisha Jones
Another Movie Remake On September 8th, Warner Bros. released a remake of the 1990 movie, It. The movie is about a group of friends who face their biggest fears and square off against a killer clown. I am going to give you some of my thoughts on the movie. I think the new It movie is not going to be that good. I don’t think they will be able to capture all the story from the 3 hour TV series. And, I think they are going to make it scarier than focus on the story. Check it out and let me know what you think! By Kymir Edwards
New Game Releases Written by Earl Dunbar NBA 2K18 is a new game released on September 19th. It has many modes like My Career, My League, and more. There is a regular version and a legends edition. Shaquille O’Neal is on the cover. The price is $59.99 and it is on PS4 and XBox One. Madden 18 is a football game for the PS4 and XBox One. You can build a dream team of future Hall of Famers. There is a new 3v3 mode that you can play online with friends. You can battle head to head online or in multiplayer. New story mode called “Long Shots” The game was released on August 25th.
School Spotlight Student Spotlight Senior Zuriel Harris-Scott 1.) How long have you been attending Urban Pathways? “Since 6th Grade (6 years).” 2.) If you were principal, what would be the first thing you’d do? “I would make a budget.” 3.) In your opinion what makes a good educator? “Someone who has their own motivation, passion, and drive.” 4.) In your opinion what makes a good student? “One that has respect for their self and motivates or inspires their self and others to be better.” 5.) If you had magic powers and could change anything about the school, what would be the number one change you make and why? “I would change the structure of the building because this used to be an office building and space is limited in certain classrooms.” 6.) If you had the power to hire anyone in the world to be your teacher, who would you hire and why? “My mother because she gave the school ideas that they are using right now.” 7.) What special talent do you have? “My talent shows in my voice but to answer the question spoken word.” 8.) What are your future career goals? “I want to become a foreign language instructor or have a career in law.” 9.) What is your favorite food or place to eat? “I am undecided on that one because I have traveled to so many places with such great food.” 10.) Where is the best place you ever vacationed? “It would have to be Maine because my brother was stationed there.” By Elizabeth Johnson & Emoni Taylor
Staff Spotlight by Taneiya Young & Asia Hall This issues staff spotlight we will be interviewing Dr. Amy Matz school psychologist. Below is the transcript of our interview. TY: How long have you worked here?
AM: Three Years
TY: How do you feel about the overall school culture?
AM: I think the school has a great heart
TY: What are some things you would like to see change or improve? improve.
AM: I would like to see PBIS continue to
TY: In your opinion what makes a good educator?
AM: Passion and excellent people skills
TY: In your opinion what makes a good student?
AM: Someone who expresses themselves
TY: If you weren’t in education what career would you have?
AM: I would own my own fashion boutique
AH: What hidden/special talent do you have that not many people know about? AM: I can sing AH: What famous person/celebrity do people say you look like? AM Megan Fox AH: What’s your favorite TV show or movie?
AM: Game of Thrones, Stranger Things
AH: Where is the best place you’ve vacationed? AM: Italy AH: Do you prefer coffee or tea?
AM: Coffee
AH: Do you prefer Beyoncé or Taylor Swift?
AM: Beyoncé
AH: Would you rather be alone for the rest of your life or constantly surrounded by annoying people? AM: Annoying people
School Announcements School Happenings/Upcoming Events Upcoming Events for September and October September 12th: Open House 6:00-8:00pm, Bake sale and Chinese auction. September 14th-15th Middle School girls’ basketball tryouts after school meet in the library September 18th & 19th High School girls basketball meeting after school meet in the library September 29th: Family Feud event: staff vs students Host: Mr. Bonner also looking for contestants to participate October 4th: An Assembly only for the middle school classes. There will be 4 motivational speakers that will talk to the middle school about reaching new dreams and recognizing talents. October 4th, 5th, & 6th NUP Dance Team tryouts after school 3:45pm to 5:30pm October 25th: There will be a live virtual field trip about opioid epidemic. (Teachers should sign up ASAP) October 27th: Sadie Hawkins Dance for middle school only. Reported by Niccole Bermudez & Miracle Brooks
PATH to Success Starts Here and Now This year will be the first school year that Urban Pathways will be utilizing PBIS system. PBIS stands for Positive Behavior Intervention Supports. This system will incentive good behavior and recognize those students who are following the Urban Pathways PATH to success. What is the PATH to success? P-prepare yourself, A-accept responsibility, T-treat others with respect, H-help each other be safe. The students names listed on the Pathway to 100 board has been recognized for doing something positive in one of these four categories. Let’s thank them for all the good work they are doing and we hope to see many more names fill up the boards soon. Good luck and keep on the PATH to success!!! Written by UP Staff
Leisure Section Dragon Ball Z “Vegeta and Goku” by Malique Lewis-Brown
Riddles/Jokes What is Forest Gump’s wifi password? 1forest1 How many kids with ADHD does it take to screw in a light bulb? Let’s go play with our bikes. I started a band called “999 megabytes”... But we ain’t get no gigs yet. What do you call it when you have your grandmother on speed dial? Insta-Gram
What comes down but never go up? Rain
Crossword Puzzle
What travels around the world but stays in one spot? A Stamp What starts with the letter “t” is filled with “t” and ends with “t”? A teapot Why is the letter “A” most like a flower? Because a B is always after it By Kymir Edwards
Sudoku Puzzle
Student & Staff Submissions Meliodas Dragon Sin (Captain of the Seven Deadly Sins) by Claelynn Mikell
New School Alma Mater Panther Pride To thee we pledge our Panther Pride Hail to those near and far Who built the path to reach the stars Salute, Salute Urban Pathways High Hear our Voices we are one Our time has come and our dreams begun March on March on with all thy might We’ve captured the day now let's seize the night To thee we pledge our Panther Pride Salute, Salute Urban Pathways High Written by Mr. Reevey, edited by Ms. Whorton
PSSA jingle “School Bell Ring” a Hotline Bling Parody If you catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test/Catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test /And I know when that school bell ring. That can only mean one thing /I know when that school bell ring That can only mean one thing English/Reading/Math too The PSSAs are on the way now Everybody knows but were not stressed out /Cuz our teachers got us ready, yeah no doubt/ English/Reading/Math too PSSAs are on the way now, but high numbers yeah we gonna score/ Then celebrate with our teachers on the dance floor Hanging our awards up all over the door /If you catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test /Catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test /And I know when that school bell ring/ That can only mean one thing /I know when that school bell ring/ That can only mean one thing /English/Reading/Math too PSSAs we just don't get along /Cuz them questions man they really long/ But we’re ready so we’re not gonna get em wrong/ English/Reading/Math too /We do exactly what our teachers ask for Running through that test making the top score/ Hanging our awards up all over the door /If you catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test/ Catch me on my cell phone I know I can lose my test/ And I know when that school bell ring/That can only mean one thing/ I know when that school bell ring That can only mean one thing. Written by Mr. Reevey
Classifieds Jobs/Help Wanted Party City Corporation- Seasonal Sales Associates, Part-Time Picture People-Retail Sale Associate, Part-Time Dakota Watch Company- Retail Associate, Part Time FedEx Office and Print Services, Inc. - Retail Customer Service Associate, Part Time Bahama Breeze- Now Hiring at the Pittsburgh Bahama Breeze, Full Time/Part Time Fanatics, Inc. - Retail Game Day Staff (Pittsburgh Pirates), Part Time Milestone Retirement Communities- Dietary Aide / Server, Part Time People Ready- Cook / Banquet Server / Housekeeper / Dishwasher / Concession Associate, Part Time Office Team- Sales Assistant, Full Time/Part Time
Community Events/Programs Jazz Poetry Month: Tom Rainey Trio When: Sept. 7, 7-9 p.m. Phone: 412-435-1110 Email: info@cityofasylumpittsburgh.org Page to Screen - Free Movie! 12:15 PM | Tuesday Sep 12, 2017 The Downtown & Business Branch hosts free movies on Tuesdays starting at 12:15 pm. Please join us for this week's film! Call 412-281-7141 for more information. Green Market 2:30 PM | Wednesday Sep 13, 2017 Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens1 Schenley Park Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Made in PGH: The Local Startups Building the Future 5:00 PM | Wednesday Sep 13, 2017 Bakery Square 6425 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Pittsburgh Lebanese Festival 11:00 AM | Friday Sep 15, 2017 1000 Lindsay Road Scott Twp, PA 15106 The Homestead Strike of 1892 - A New Play in One Act 7:00 PM | Friday Sep 15, 2017 Pump House 880 East Waterfront Dr. Homestead, PA 15120 FREE ACT/SAT Practice Test 8:00 AM | Saturday Sep 16, 2017 College Nannies and Tutors 3015 Banksville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15216 Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Rochester Rhinos 7:00 PM | Saturday Sep 16, 2017 Highmark Stadium 510 W STATION SQUARE DRIVE PITTSBURGH, PA 15219 Pittsburgh Career Fair - Sales & Management - Hosted by United Career Fairs 6:00 PM | Monday Sep 18, 2017 Doubletree by Hilton Pittsburgh Green Tree 500 Mansfield Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Acknowledgments Recognition to all reporters/staff/writers On behalf of the Newspaper team we would like to thank all those staff and students who worked on this issue of the Paw Print. We hope that you enjoyed this issue and look forward to adding to our already talented team of student writers to make our team much stronger. Keep on the lookout for our next issue coming soon!!!! Asia Hall
Kymir Edwards
Taneiya Young
Malique Lewis-Brown
Claelynn Mikell
Elizabeth Johnson
Maisha Jones
Juanay Randolph
Justice Boyd
Mikayla Hall
Ty’Raya Kitchen
Fatimah Bisiriyu
Niccole Bermudez
Miracle Brooks
Emoni Taylor Jaquan Benton Ms. Ralston
Marcia Hill Mr. Reevey Mr. Corbett
Earl Dunbar Taylor Dotson Mr. Whaelen