The Vista View: Volume IX, Issue I

VOLUME IX, ISSUE I

OCTOBER 7, 2011

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The campus illustrated; 2011 Leadership The Vista View Editing Staff’s yearly outlook

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s the year rolls on, and graduation comes closer for Seniors, the Vista View promises to continually publish, semi-monthly, articles on school events and happenings, student life, sports, trending and controversial topics, local news, and entertainment (be it literature, cinematic, or music).

Last year, we introduced a re-vamped layout with co-ordination from this year’s Editor-in-Chief, Cameron Tu, and last year’s Editor-in-Chief (and overlordess), Alexa Silva.

This year, we pledge to not only make the newspaper even more visually stunning, but too also make it exciting from a student’s perspective, and knowledge-garnering from a teacher’s perspective.

New inside this issue is a brand new section, Fashion (introduced by Life/Fashion Editor Alisson Shoffner). What’ll come next issue? Only time will tell, because we don’t really know!

If you have any suggestions, please let a staff member (see back page) know. We don’t bite, we write.

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2011 Back-to-School Dance: “Under the Western Skies” ALYSHA FONTAINE Weekend Editor

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ne of the first events that students have to look forward to as school starts is the back to school dance.

Each year the dance is put on by the Commissioners of Dance and is planned months in advance. This year’s commissioners, Allison Vergara (12), Emily Olson (11), and Geordyn Coker (12) had to pick a theme, decide what food will be at the dance, what D.J, will play, what decorations will be needed, and how many tickets they need to sell.

Every year is pretty much the same routine, however this year; the commissioners decided to do something different. After deciding on a theme, they made the choice of having the back to school dance, coined as “Under the Western Skies,” outside in the quad, something that has never been done before.

“We came up with the theme because we wanted it to be related to our school somehow and we figured that since we are the Broncos a western

theme would fit perfectly and we thought it would be best outside because it fit the them,” said Vergara.

Countless freshmen showed up to the dance right after the Link Crew event to come out to eat great food, listen to upbeat music and dance with friends. Not only did freshman come to this event, but students from all class came to enjoy. Sonia Molenda, a senior, said she very much enjoyed her time there.

“I loved the atmosphere of the dance; I loved how the D.J. and his music had gotten everybody to dance with his upbeat attitude and buoyant music. I also love the decorations; all the lights and the huge poster in the quad looked awesome,” said Molenda.

Meanwhile, while the dance floor was in the centre of the quad, tucked in the back by the security office was the entertaining and hilarious photo booth at which students could get their photos taken. The backdrop was country western and had various themes. Each person had the opportunity to take three shots with their friends. After having their pictures taken, students gave their e-mails to the

teacher and were told that they would receive the photos at a later date.

“My friends and I had a great time at the photo booth; it provided us with a great memory of how fun the dance was. It will be something I will remember for a long time,” said Molenda.

The time and effort that the commissioners put into the dance definitely paid off, and had exceeded their expectations.

“We expected, or were hoping rather that we would have a high attendance, and we succeed with that goal. We had at least 600 students there, so we were very happy [about] that. We also expected people to more attract to coming to the dance because it was the first one outdoor dance in VMHS’s history,” said Vergara.

The dance proved to students that high school doesn’t always have to be a stressful place and can be a place where good memories and friendships are formed. It also showed students that they should get more involved in, and enjoy, all four years of high school, because they go by quickly.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

9/11 Never Forget

It’s been 10 years since the events of 9/11. Teachers and students remember.

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Fashion: Grace An

Student Grace An is gaining notoriety in the fashion industry. Read about her!

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Fall TV Show Guide

Too many new fall shows? We’ve compiled a list of the best and worst.

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OCTOBER 7, 2011

NEWS

Emily Brown is the most awesomest person. But sometimes, she says “I can’t think.”

Link Crew’s annual pool News in party pleases freshman Brief: NIKKI CARTER Viewpoint Editor

Link crews annual pool party fun event for incoming Class of 2015 Freshman Combination of burgers, hot-dogs, Kool-Aid, and pop music made for an exciting event

Hot weather and long school days, what better way to welcome the weekend with a bang than a BBQ Pool Party? Link Crew hosted this event on the 9th of September, from 3pm - 6pm.

“We (Link Crew) hosted this event with the intention to get freshmen more involved and show them that freshman year can definitely be one of their most memorable years in high school,” stated a Link Crew leader, Fernando Davalos, 12.

So, Link Crew took advantage of the school’s pool during their time of steaming hot weather as a way to gather all of the freshman class and give them a chance to get involved with their friends, meet new people, and just have fun.

“Link Crew’s BBQ Pool party is really fun, two

thumbs up. There was lots of good energy and everyone had a smile on their face,” said Sergio Afonso, 9.

Between all the limbo competitions, pingpong games, relay races, dance offs, and swimming, the class of 2015 certainly seemed to be enjoying the opportunity to get a tan and hang out with their friends.

Another dealmaker was, of course, food.

Link Crew barbequed their infamous hotdogs and veggie burgers, along with the perfect thirst quencher, Kool-Aid. Again and again, the freshmen came back for seconds and even thirds. Let’s not forget about the cupcakes, which were a new addition to the Link Crew menu. When the first announcement sounded over the pool that cupcakes would now be served, there came a mass rush to the food corner to pick up their delicious dessert.

The cupcakes were gone within five minutes.

While the class of 2015 was enjoying the water and delicious food, Link Crew Leaders also got the chance to take a breath, interact with the freshmen class, and enjoy the pool. With a beautiful turn out of people, sunny weather, and fresh food, the BBQ Pool Party seemed Photo by Nikki Carter to be the very image of relaxation and fun.

“This event was a way to help get freshmen connected in a fun and refreshing way,” stated Link Crew Leader Aliyah Reed, 12.

Right to the very close at 6pm, the class of 2015 enjoyed the chance to get the new school year off on a positive note. What better way to celebrate a fresh start than by the pool side with friends, both old and new?

Senior class luau a success LINDSEY CHICHONSKI Staff Writer She left us early in the year. :(

With summer kissing us goodbye and the school year starting up again, the class of 2012 kicked off the school year by keeping the summer atmosphere alive at the first senior event: a luau at the pool.

August 19, 2011, with the temperature reaching scorching heights, was a perfect night to hold one of the first senior events of the year. Instead of filling the pool with only water, it was filled with the class of 2012 gathered to celebrate their seniority.

“ Ta l k i n g to all my friends made me excited about the whole year and the future senior events. It made me realize that the small moments mean a lot when the year is going to go by fast,” said Sara piecukonis, 12.

Food, music, swimming and many more activities kept the feel of summer alive as seniors enjoyed their first event as the new graduating class.

“Since it is our last year all together, it is good to enjoy the time that we have left together, its important that we spend time with our graduating class while we can” stated Haley scheer,12.

With graduation only eight months away, the senior events are a good way for seniors to sped time with the people that have been on the journey through high school with them.

“It is crazy how fast these past three years have gone, and though it is still the very begging of the year I already know senior year will zoom by, I hope that all the seniors will come out and participate in every event Courtesy of Melissa Gutierrez because it will make senior year that much better,” said Danielle McCarthy, 12.

“Many go us enjoys hanging out with friends in the refreshing pool” said Dominic Papa, 12.

With a great turn out to the first senior event the class of 2012 is sure to leave its mark.

Hey there, Broncos! Here is a news update on all the important campus events, and breaks, that will occur during the Fall season. As the year progresses, and we get closer to Thanksgiving, make sure you stay on top those grades and get involved on campus!

Late Starts

There will be late starts on October 19th and October 26th. Remember that school starts at 9:55make sure not to sleep in too late! There’s nothing more emberassing than showing up late on a late start.

Golden Alliance Field Show

The VMHS Golden Alliance field show will take place on Saturday, October 8th. Many other schools will be competing, show your support!

Speech and Debate Competition

VMHS’s speech and debate team will be traveling to Youcaipa High School to compete in a National Forensics League Tournament on October 15th at 6am. Other speech and debate competitions dates are October 29th and November 19th at 6am.

This event is free, so come and support our Broncos!

Red Ribbon Week

Don’t do drugs. Red Ribbon Week will fall on the week of October 24th- 29th, so keep your eyes open for future updates!

PSAT Test

The PSAT test will be given on October 26th at 7:00am. Tickets are no longer available for this date. Study, get a good night’s sleep, and eat a good breakfast!

CAHSEE Makeups

Did you miss the days during which the CAHSEE was administered? Don’t fret, makeups are going to be held on November 1st and 2nd. Mark these dates on your calendar, the CAHSEE is very important.

Progress Reports

The twelve-week grading period will end on November 4th, and last grading period of the semester will come to an end on December 16th. Keep your grades up and make up all missing work!

SAT Testing

The next SAT exam is on November 5th, the last sign-up date was October 7th. For those of you that have missed this testing window, there will be another administration in December. Study hard!

SAT study books, and the “daily online question” found on the collegeboard website, are a great help Veteran’s Day

There’s no better time to thank a veteran than on Veteran’s Day, November 11th. To honor veterans, we don’t have any school, so enjoy your weekend!

College Workshops

Take advantage of the college application workshops from November 14th-18th on campus everyday after school at 2:30. Counselors will be there to aid students in filling out their college applications.

Jazz Choir Concert

The VMHS Jazz Choir is holding a concert on October 27th from 7:30am-9:00pm. If you have a taste for music, or want to support the hard-working band students, consider this event!

-Compiled by Emily Brown

with revisions by her best-friend Cameron Tu <3

OCTOBER 7, 2011

NEWS

03 “Indie” Starbucks brews its final coffee CAMERON TU, FARID GANIME Editor-in-Chief, Staff Writer

“Ynez ‘Starbucks’ closes, leaves behind gaping hole” “A unique location unlike any other chain establishment, good coffee served by good people in a good place”

We don’t usually cover “franchise” establishments, particularly one as grandiose as “Starbucks.” But, this particular Starbucks, once located on Ynez Road, near the Tower Plaza Center, is quite an exception.

The “Starbucks” located on Ynez Road was Starbucks Coffee Company’s (NYSE: SBUX) first foray into the Temecula area, in 1997 (an approximate figure).

Why, after nearly 14 years of service, this particular location is closing is un-known, even by the employees.

Sophia Nalty, a barista, says “our speculation was that either the lease has ran up, or this location is not generating enough revenue. We didn’t really know much.”

It’s truly a shame that this location closed, too, for what is lost in the modern-day society of chains and franchises on every block (there’s about 15 “Starbucks” in the nearby vicinity), is the “personal” feel. When SBUX began getting big in the late 1990’s, they began to push out local “mom and pop” coffee houses. They replaced friendly-service with stoic “baristas” who were trained to pump out macchiatos, frappes, lattes, and all these other generic drinks.

This location had this “personal” feel.

At one point in time, almost everyone loved Starbucks Coffee, especially during it’s expansion

y e a r s — store was closing. The coffee coffee was was good too, many times just so “baristas” give you coffee cool—yet, that is watered-down, or too it’s growth strong. What they served was was flawed always just right. from the At m o s p h e r i c a l l y , start.

It the Ynez “Starbucks” was b e c a m e quite “hipster.” When you too big, too walked in, you never felt as fast, and though you were entering a Howard franchise, it truly felt like a Schultz, “mom and pop” coffee house.

CEO of With the Beatles playing in the Starbucks background, dimmed lights, Coffee Co., the already well-brewed addressed this in his book “Onward: How Starbucks coffee always tasted even better than it was. Nalty, Fought for Its Life Without Losing Its Soul.” He taking note of the ambiance of the location, said “this stated that, essentially, the problem with all these location [was] very chill compared to others.” cookie-cutter “coffee-houses” was that they were all Everything about this location was perfect, identical. The baristas were mechanic—“Hi, what and now, as of September 23rd, it’s gone. The baristas would you like?” Everything lacked personality. have since been split up, sent to brighten up the other

What the Ynez Starbuck’s offered was the generic Starbucks. exact opposite of nearly every What can other Starbucks in this area. It be ascertained by didn’t have those passé domes the closure of this with large seating areas are unique Starbucks modern-steel adorning the is, perhaps, that walls with loads of merchandise we, as a society, tacked onto them. What it did are becoming too have, and offer, was a small, complacent with x. square, room. With an open As it stands, all off ceiling, and exposed beams. the other “about White walls, with a little “book15” locations are case” of products, with a little “walk in, order, get alcove in the center. Seating coffee, leave” stores, was unique, too. there is little urge Rather than just having to stay and “chill” the stereotypical, and if you do so choose to mechanical, steel stay, your “peace” is adorned chairs and “faux” with screaming children and lounge-chairs, this the loud, annoying, hum of Starbucks had benchlaptops running. You don’t seating decorated with need efficiency and you don’t authentic fabric, and need technology to enjoy your not tacky vinyl. brew. All you need are nice

But, of course, people, serving nice coffee, in a these things were all nice location. merely cosmetic. What Point in fact, this Photo by Farid Ganime Starbucks is now closed. But, truly set the Ynez location apart from the the people of Murrieta aren’t at rest were the baristas, and the coffee they made. a total loss. The Starbucks on Murrieta Hot Springs During all five visits to this location, the baristas Rd. brews some of the best coffee—just keep in mind were always wide-smiled and ready to serve you— that this is one of the loudest locations. this is quite a feat, considering that they all knew the Unless otherwise noted, photos by Cameron Tu

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VIEWPOINT

Broncos reflect on 9/11 Media’s ef-

fect on teens NICOLE CARTER Viewpoint Editor

“[...] we are brought into the modern-day culture that media has created [...]”

“Some debate that the teen generation influences the media [...], because of the idea that [they] control the media.”

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What do you remember about 9/11? How do you feel it has changed you, or society, as a whole?

CAMERON TU Editor-in-Chief

It’s been a sobering 10 years since 9/11, when Muslim radicals hijacked four aircraft, with the intent of turning them, along with the passengers, into weapons of mass destruction. The result; three gaping holes spread along the East Coast, one in the Pentagon, one in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and one in the Manhattan skyline—each serving as a dismal reminder of the 2,958 (terrorists are not considered in this estimate) innocent civilians and rescue-workers who lost their lives that day.

The image of seeing the North Tower smoldering, with dark clouds of smoke spewing out of the sides, people falling to their deaths, is forever implanted in my memory. So is the image of seeing the South Tower being struck by United 175—a massive fireball transcending upwards, only to leave behind more devastation and chaos. And so, too, is the image of seeing these towers fall. Yet, as powerful as these images are to me, nothing comes paramount to what I felt that day.

I can only imagine that what I felt, being seven years old at the time, is merely a glimpse of what the adult population felt. I was deeply confused, and maybe slightly worried at most. But what they felt, to see four aircraft crash, and three buildings burning in flames, people jumping to their demise, or running from the ensuing dust clouds—an attack on their way of life—must have been truly fearful.

Yes, it’s been ten years since this happened.

But it was an attack on us, and nearly 3,000 people died that day for a cause that has little justification.

To forget would be inappropriate, and so we need to come together as a nation and remember the lessons that these events have taught us.

I will never forget 9/11, now, open your mind to the different perspectives of teachers and students who, too, will never forget these cowardly, and evil, acts of terror:

“I remember feeling confused, not sure exactly what was happening, feeling like I wouldn’t r e a l l y understand until I was older. My mom spoke to me about it, I was sad, but it was kind of an empty feeling— nytimes.com the kind that comes with confusion at what was happening.

I think 9/11 has made me more grateful for the men and women that fight for our country everyday. Looking at [United] 93, and how regular citizens made a momentous decision that saved a number of lives, it makes me feel like anyone, myself included, can truly make a difference.” -Krista Palmer, 12

“Well, I don’t think they changed me really, I was a bit young. However, in all honesty, I think that the attacks made America think twice about its security, and, at the risk of being politically incorrect, I also believe that some of the factors of the heightened security are a bit too harsh, even to the point where they impose themselves on certain individual... prominent example. Not only do these measures often violate the physical privacy of people, but brittanica.com their personal privacy as well. I feel that it is appropriate to remember these attacks and give respect to the people that died because of them, but not to over-react to them in a way that decreases the overall quality of life for American citizens.” -Robert Clark, 10 (Continued on Viewpoint 05)

Often the term “you are what you eat” is imprinted upon teenagers’ minds from an early age.

Yet, a more fitting term for today’s world may be: “You are what you see.”

Before the age of TVs in every room, gossip magazines over-flowing with “do’s and don’ts of fashion” on every shelf, and the media constantly influencing our every decision, our views of “acceptable” was very different compared to how it is today. We no longer truly look to our parents or older siblings as sole role models; instead we tend to gaze upon celebrities covered by the media. This influence is evident with everything from the clothes we wear to the way we speak. This being said, it seems that we are being constantly impressed upon to act and dress a certain way by the ever-changing culture of TV show celebrities, musicians, and even cover models.

“A lot of us [teenagers], not willing to listen to the old tales passed down from our parents, look to our favorite shows, movies, or music on how to react to reality,” teenvogue.com said Vassilisa Ellis, 12.

By watching our favorite soap operas, cracking open our favorite celebrity-coverage magazine, or listening to the current pop song, we are all brought into the modern-day culture that the media has created. With this, the two main influences that come to mind are fashion and the way teenagers speak. Obviously by seeing our favorite actors, actresses, and singers dressing and talking a certain way, we are bound to attempt to copy them.

This perhaps explains why teen clothing stores are constantly changing their stock; our media role models are constantly changing their wardrobes.

Along this line, comes the ever-changing lingo of our generation. With our parents’ generation came words such as “hip,” “groovy,” or even “far out.” Yet, with the consistently-lessformal discussions heard on TV, over the radio, or in pop music, our culture’s speech has also become noticeably less formal, leaning more towards slang.

Some may debate that the teen generation influences the media, because of the idea that we control our own seventeen.com teen culture.

“I think media just reinforces opinions teens have, nothing more,” stated Robert Clark, 10.

However, it seems clear that the media has far more to gain from us by constantly changing its culture. This is so, because in order to stay up with modern society, one must rush out to the mall to buy the latest outfits and shoes to match with them.

Purchasing the most recent edition of Teen Vogue or Seventeen Magazine is a way to keep up with the current lives of other teenagers and celebs.

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Broncos reflect on the events of 9/11, ten years later CAMERON TU Editor-in-Chief

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“I did not know much about it at first, but as I started learning more about it, I became depressed.

The thought of how horrific it must have been for the people who lived there and families who were connected to it makes me sad. I understood why terrorists would do that to this country, [but it was still] horrific.

It changed me, I am somewhat more grateful [for] the life I have in this country. I am more openminded when it comes to international affairs and other countries. The society has become much more stable because of this. The foreign exchange system has become more stable, so that terrorists cannot easily get in. The security has improved, along with how the armed forces do their training, all because of the fact that they want to be more prepared for future terrorist attacks and prove that we, as a whole, are not afraid. That is why we are building more buildings in the Twin Towers’ place, is it not?” -Ariana Ellis, 10

“Well, the goal of the terrorist[s] was to rip our country apart, to leave us vulnerable as a nation, but when in fact 9/11 did the exact opposite.

It brought society closer together through the sad happenings [of] that day, and through losses, it showed our country that we really needed to take a stand against evil. Personally, it has changed me immensely to watch the brave men and women run into the collapsing buildings. It made me even more proud to be a part of this selfless country.” -Caroline Dutzi, 9

“You can attack America. You can kill men, women and children. But you can never stop the beating of the American heart. You cannot snap the resilience of the American people. You cannot stain the virtue of the American soul. And no matter what evil you move in with, you cannot possess the American spirit. Did you think you could crush the American people by attacking a symbol of capitalism?

America is not a building, it is not an economy. You can destroy these things, but America won’t be destroyed. America is the people of the world. Not a people of one ethnicity, or one religion, or one political party, but a collection of the love of life and mankind. It is a nation of people who so value life that they would sacrifice their own lives for the love of life and mankind—the antithesis of those who would throw away their own lives out of hatred and for the destruction of life.

Despite inner struggles with the issue, deep down Americans value the sanctity of life. America is a nation of the world. She dances to the tunes of many traditions and with a skin colored by the melding of every race on Earth, she sees through the eyes formed by expansively different views.

With her ears, she hears the cries of the world and responds with a compassion nursed and grown from diverse religions. Whether it is a small child who falls in a well causing hundreds to stop their usual business and come together to help, or be it someone trapped in a burning building whom heroes will risk their own lives to save, tragedy brings out the best in the American people. At any time of great tragedy, Americans will come together to help. Even now, we see our country-men lining up for hours to give

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blood, or rushing to donate resources to help those in need.

We will stop and take time to mourn. We will pause in prayer. We will take time out from some of major celebrations and diversions. But we will resume our lives.

By the dawn’s early light, we as a nation of many peoples, blessed by God, indivisible, offering Liberty and Justice for all see the broad stripes and bright stars streaming atop the rubble as hundreds of gallant Americans continue to search for life. And the Star-Spangled-Banner will continue to wave over he land of the free, and the home of the brave.” -Mark Fitzpatrick, Math Department “When I reflect back on the events of September 11th, the first emotion that comes forth is deep sadness for all the families who lost love ones on “Kingdom of wealth Kingdom of power Faces its fears On its final hour Brother and sister Twins stand still Symbols of courage Of liberty until, Great terror they face And surprises and shock Great sadness from people Nobody shall mock Ten years later America still stands Home of the free Holding hand in hand People will mourn People will remember On the eleventh day Of September Names on black nytimes.com Marble stone America’s resilience Shall be shown… .”

-Irenz Afable, 12 that horrific morning. As I watch tributes on TV, it reminds me of how life will never be the same for many New Yorkers, be it police or fire personnel, or the loved ones, killed in the Twin Towers. Like many testimonials state, “it felt like the end of the world.” I also think about how devastating it must [have been] for kids who lost a parent, and how hard it must be for other parents to attempt to “explain” to a child what took place, and why. That’s just so sad, as it must be so difficult for a young mind to comprehend [these events].

Another thing that hits me hard is the fact that Americans were [this] vulnerable to terrorist attacks in 2001, especially airplane attacks; yet, most of us lived with a false sense of security. We just didn’t think it could happen to us, yet, we were naïve and because of that we endured the worst day in American history. I think Americans now have a better understanding of just what “terrorism” means, and I think we all have a heightened sense of alert

every-day of our lives.

As a teacher of literature, I often encounter the theme of “loss of innocence”, in various pieces of literature where characters learn brutal life lessons through a series of events. I think Americans lost their collective sense of innocence on that day. We now know that there are people who want to bring harm to American and [it’s] ideals. Accordingly, our country has to defend ourselves against any future terrorist attacks, and that is truly a challenge that will continue for many years.

For me, it’s amazing that ten years have passed. I remember exactly where I was when I first heard the news; and I remember watching the television in complete shock when [United 175] hit the [South] Tower, followed by utter disbelief when the buildings collapsed. Like most others, [it is hard to remember] in that I really don’t want to relive that day, even now. Hopefully, we will never experience anything like 9/11 ever again.

It has made me feel good about seeing all the hard work that has gone [into the reconstruction of] the Ground Zero location in New York City. The ten-year rebuilding efforts are a tribute to American tenacity, perseverance, and courage.” -Ross Haefer, English Department

“On September 11th, 2001, I was a teacher in St. Paul, MN. At about 9:00AM, the school secretary came to my classroom and interrupted my class to let me know that something was happening in [New York City]. She wasn’t sure if it was a bomb on an airplane, a hijacking, or another kind of attack. She was letting us all know that serious events were taking place, half-a-continent away. We [the teachers] were trying to collect information from the news, but not even the news programs were exactly sure as to what was happening.

When I got home early that afternoon and I was able to watch the news in earnest, the alarm and uneasiness began to build. It was significant to me that all flights were grounded, because my husband was a UPS pilot. He had been scheduled to fly that night; however a quick call to operations confirmed that he was “grounded.”

As a family we attended a prayer service that night to pray for the victims of the attacks. We felt that was our only way to help them from so far away, besides sending a donation to the American Red Cross.

I knew our response to the attacks would be thorough and swift because I thought of the Japanese Admiral Yamamoto who, after his attack on Pearl Harbor, said, “I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve.”

I believe that our society has changed dramatically as a result of the 9/11 attacks. In my mind, the most positive change has been a renewed, vigorous appreciation for firefighters, police, and military members, as well as renewed patriotism.

This patriotism is evidenced in the singing of “God Bless America” during the seventh-inning stretch of Major League Baseball games, as well as in many other manifestations.” -Anna O’Connor, Math Department *Pespectives have been adjusted accordingly for layout.

OCTOBER 7, 2011

06 LIFE Tanya Singh represents Indian heritage

Photo courtesy of Tanya Singh

NATALIE HADWEH Staff Writer

“I always knew how amazing my family and friends were, but all the support I received in reality made me so thankful and blessed for everyone in my life.”

Being only seventeen years old and the youngest contestant in the competition, Tanya Singh, 12, was a delegate representing India for the 23rd annual 2011 Miss Asia USA Cultural Pageant.

“It was actually really amazing how this opportunity came about.

Around April, my mother had taken part in a fashion show to raise funds for Japan Relief and that’s where I was first discovered.” The president of the production approached her and told her and she would be a perfect candidate for the contest.

At first Singh was not sure if she wanted to do this, but after given the information and detail about the event, “I leaped at the opportunity,” said Singh. She knew that this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and she wanted to take advantage of it.

“One of the main rules and regulations of the contestant is that each contestant must have a background of Asian Ancestry for an Asian country,”

said Singh.

There were 15 to 17 Asian countries being represented and most countries had one to two delegates to represent their country. Singh shared the title of Miss India with another contestant.

“Representing my heritage was something that I felt so proud of.

I not only grew up with the culture but I always felt it made me special and unique. I feel extremely blessed to represent my origins,” said Singh proudly.

The competition was a very different experience for Singh because she has never done something like this in her past.

“I learned not only how to be more confident and a beautiful person, but I really got to know more about myself and my strengths and weaknesses” Singh explained.

Singh met speakers, Asian delegates, makeup artists, and people younger and older. “I met many new people from diverse and electric backgrounds,” Singh explained.

Singh and the other delegates became friends very fast and bonded in the short amount of time. “I even made a friendship that I think will last a lifetime and that is with Miss Philippines Trish Santos” said Singh.

The competition was held on August 20 2011 at the Redondo Beach performing Arts center. There was four categories in the competition

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that was judged upon. The categories were National Costumes, Swimsuit, Evening Gown and Personality.

The Personality Interview was held the day before. Each contestant had to be interviewed for three minutes with certain judges.

“It was extremely intense yet, a very good learning experience for me as it was my first official interview” Singh explained.

The night of the competition they had to do an opening dance number in the beginning of the event which was very high energy.

“The event was such a rush in retrospect. I found it entertaining and really fun to be a part of! Like a race between all delegates,” Sign explained.

Photo courtesy of Tanya Singh Throughout every part of the competition she had them” Singh explains. to rush back and forth getting changes, Singh’s brother even came fixing hair, retouching makeup, and from Stanford University to watch changing jewelry. the show and S i n g h to make sure “Representing explained that she is that everything my heritage was going to focus on her would run studies for now and s m o o t h l y. something that I feel maybe in the future Her best so proud of. I not she will do modeling if friends came given the opportunity. to the event to only grew up with the Also Singh wants to support her culture, but I always with signs and take advantage of senior year to enjoy felt it made me special flowers. Singh’s all that is going on at family, from and unique.” school.

India, praised Singh’s family her for wearing and best friends went to supported her the Indian sash. throughout the whole competition.

“I always knew how amazing “My parents have been my family and friends were, but all the so supportive and loving, words support I received in reality made me wouldn’t not even describe the amount so thankful and blessed for everyone of appreciation and respect I hold for in my life” Singh concludes.

Student from Sweden enjoys California lifestyle ALYSHA FONTAINE

live here for the next eleven months.

His host family is in charge of numerous things: like giving him

Can you imagine leaving your a place to live, feeding and taking care old life behind to come to another of him, and sending him to school. As country for a year? To not know any one attending school here, Joel is finding and to learn a whole other was of life? in some obstacles, but is making An exchange the most of his student time here. Joel is named Joel “The fact that the states are getting involved Balkow who so different compared to Swe- and learning is 17 from several new things den, everything is bigger. The about how people Stockholm, Sweden, did school system is different and here live. He is just that. discovering what the so are the people.”

Joel came to he likes about both California in California and late June to live with his host family in Vista Murrieta. He is also noticing how Murrieta, California. He left behind his different it is from his home, the capital Swedish family and friends to come of capital of Sweden, Stockholm.

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“My favorite part of California, so feels like it. He also found that, at first, far, is probably San adjusting to the state Diego. My favorite and the school was a part of Vista is the little harder than he big tables where thought. you can hang out, “The fact or the gym and the that the states are so football stadium,” different compared Balkow said. to Sweden, Though everything is bigger.

Balkow is getting The school system involved here at the is different and the school, he explains so are the people.” that there are Balkow shows that certain things that he is hard-working he does miss about and willing to learn.

Sweden. He misses _Everythintg to his family, friends, make the most out and being able to of his experience Photo by Alysha Fontaine and time here. fish whenever he

OCTOBER 7, 2011

FASHION

07 Glamour Gals glitz it up with the elderly ALISSON SHOFFNER Life/Fashion Editor

“We bond with older ladies to make them feel appreciated and we paint their nails at the same time”

There are numerous clubs around Vista’s campus that are aimed at bettering our community, Glamour Gals is one of the many.

Glamour Gals is a club that goes off campus to senior homes on Tuesdays from three to five to interact with elderly woman who normally wouldn’t have any other interaction outside of their nursing home facility.

“We bond with older ladies to make them feel appreciated and we paint their nails at the same time,” said Madeline McAllister, club president.

Glamour Gals is a club that gives back to the community by giving special attention and treatment to important people who normally wouldn’t get recognized. The elderly women visited by Glamour Gals are

in their nursing home with a small variety of people- nurses, staff, and doctors, so seeing new fresh faces always brightens up their week.

“We have about twenty-five girls in the club and we always visit Brookdale Living on Jackson Ave in Murrieta,” said McAllister.

This club just started at Vista Murrieta, so it is not yet recognized in the community. As more students join, the club will expand and more nursing homes will be visited. At Brookdale Living there is an activities room where Glamour Gals sets up tables and the ladies walk in to get their nails done or just sit for a nice chat. It’s on their schedules.

“Last year some ladies didn’t want their nails painted because they preferred to wait in line for food, but we encouraged them to come with us instead. It was funny,” said McAllister.

Glamour Gals used to give the ladies at the nursing home makeovers too, but now they only do nails, because many did not want to get their makeup done. Glamour Gals is a wonderful opportunity for service hours and great karma- people should make a difference in the lives of what they will some day become.

“Their faces light up when

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they notice we’ve arrived. Last year a blind lady said she looked forward to Glamour Girls every week, it made my day,” said McAllister.

Glamour gals is a great way to do something for those who really

matter and don’t always feel as if they do. The club is a great way to remind the elderly that a community of students, the young, respect them, the elderly, for the long life they’ve lived and all they have accomplished.

Grace An, get her autograph while you still can ALISSON SHOFFNER Life/Fashion Editor

Photo by Alisson Shoffner

Senior Grace An is one of the top five designers in Southern California, based on the fact that she was selected to participate in O’Neil’s third annual clothing line competition and music event in association with Teen Vogue. The event will take place on Saturday, October 9th at Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles. The winning designer will be determined by the audience at the actual show, or by others watching the live web cast and texting in their votes.

“I get tickets for the event next week [September eighth] and they are teenogue.com also available online.

O’Neil pays for pep buses to take people to the event and support, you can buy a pep bus ticket at the trading post” said An.

An, featured in August’s Teen Vogue

Magazine, and the four other finalists will present their original dress or romper and handbag designs on the runway for a glamorous evening with international supermodel Elyse Taylor and a live musical performance by ‘The Like’. All the glits and glamour will be co-hosted by celebrity stylist and two-time Emmy Award winner for costume design on the hit television serious “So You Think You Can Dance”, designer Soyon An, also currently on tour with Carrie Underwood.

“After high school I want to go to Parsons [school of design] or FIDM [Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising],” said An.

The finalists are competing for a grand prize including a design internship at O’Neil, a five thousand dollar education scholarship, new O’Neil wardrobe, exposure in Teen Vogue, and their winning design will be sold exclusively at PacSun stores as a part of O’Neil’s Spring collection.

“Mrs. Mueller [fashion and design teacher] kept telling me to sign up for the competition and, when I finally did it, I didn’t think I was going to get called back,” said An.

Not only is An deeply devoted to fashion and being a designer, she is also a Link Crew Leader and a Student Senator. In order to enter the competition, An first had to fill out an online application, then they asked her questions about her style icon and why she is interested in fashion.

“I began to realize my passion for fashion

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“I began to realize my passion for fashion around eighth grade, before that I wanted to be a teacher or a ballerina”

around eighth grade, before that I wanted to be a teacher or a ballerina,” said An.

The second step to entering the competition was to send in a picture of the dress and the bag. Shortly after, An received a phone call from O’Neil headquarters. Then finally, An went in for an actual interview face-to-face.

“My parents kind of laughed when I told them I wanted to be a designer because they thought I was joking. After all of the competitions and the fashion shows at our school, they saw how much I like it, and now they’re really supportive,” said An.

An is one of many high school students who goes beyond the requirement of “getting a high school diploma” and doesn’t wait until adulthood to seriously and passionately pursue their dreams.

OCTOBER 7, 2011

08 WEEKEND The Vista View’s “Fall TV Show Guide” PAN-AM

ALYSHA FONTAINE, CAMERON TU

September 25th on ABC

Weekend Editor, Editor-in-Chief

Fall Television Guide: Compiled is a comprehensive list of new TV shows that will begin airing during the fall season.

The Playboy Club

September 25th on NBC The Playboy Club (NBC) premiered on Sunday, September 25th, at 10 PM. It is a “period-drama”, set in the 1960’s. that follow a group of Playboy “Bunnies”, including Maureen (Amber Heard), and the men who play a vital role in their lives, in particular Nick (Eddie Ciboria). CIboria plays a mysterious attorney, and club keyholder, who comes to Maureen’s aid after she kills a mobster in self-defense. The Parent’s Television Council has already blasted the show, citing that it is a “blatant attempt to obliterate any remaining standards of broadcast decency.” Whether or not the show is good, remains to be seen. You decide! Watch it on NBC Sunday’s at 10 PM. Critic Rating: n/a Our Projected Rating: 5-7

The X Factor

September 21st on FOX The X Factor (FOX) premiered on Wednesday, September 21st. Produced by Simon Cowell, The X Factor is the American version of the British singing/reality competition show.

The “talent show” is not completely identical to Cowell’s former stomping ground, American Idol, in the sense that the competition is open to all solo and group artists, with no age limits. The prize: a $5 million music contract with Syco Music. Watch the competion on Wednesday’s at 9 PM, on FOX. Critic Rating: 70/100 Our Projected Rating: 6-8

Suburgatory

September 28th on ABC Suburgatory (ABC) is an American television series created by Emily Katten (As Told by Ginger, Parks and Recreation) and co-produced with Michael Fresco (The O.C., My Name is Earl). It premiered on Wednesday, September 28th, on ABC. “Suburgatory” is a portmanteau of the words “suburban” and “purgatory.” As it’s name would suggest, the series follows Tessa (Jane Levy), a native New Yorker, as she adapts to the “punishing” suburban life. It’s up to you to determine if this show is a mockery of the “cookie-cutter” lifestyle we Broncos find ourselves living (with the scattered superficiality), or just a realisation of what suburban life really is. Decide on Wednesdays, on ABC, at 8:30 PM! Critic Rating: n/a Our Projected Rating: 7

Pan-Am (ABC) premiered Sunday, September 25th. Set in the “Jet Age” (1960’s), this drama centers on the intracacies of the relationships held by the gorgeous Pan-Am stewardesses (led by Christina Ricci).

Pan-American World Airways, in it’s heyday, was lauded as a symbol of the sleek glamour of Americana culture. Despite this, the stewardesses lives were always full of turbulence.

Kelli Garner, Margot Robbie and Karine Vanasse round out the Barbie doll-like crew. Pan-Am will be a must-watch for students with a taste for drama, history, or aviation. Come fly with them on Sunday at 10 PM, on ABC! Critic Rating: n/a Our Projected Rating: 7/8

Hart of Dixie

September 26th on The CW Hart of Dixie (The CW) premiered on Monday, September 26th. Hart of Dixie follows Dr. Zoe Hart (Rachel Bilson) in a new medical-drama as she is moved from upstate New York into the South, by a sudden turn of events. Inheritting a Southern medical practice in Bluebell, Atlanta, Hart encounters numerous culture clashes. The good doctor’s heart is set on leaving until a medical emergency occurs and she discovers an old secret... Watch Hart of Dixie on the CW, Mondays at 9 PM. Critic Rating: n/a Our Projected Rating: 6-7

H8R (abv. Hater) September 14th on The CW

H85 (The CW) premiered about two weeks ago on Wednesday, September 14th. The show is the result of a green-lighted pilot, in which celebrtities Kim Kardashian and “Snooki” Polizzi grilled the people who grilled them. Basically, the show’s host Mario Lopez brings shunned stars together with the alterior motive being that celebrities will confront those who criticise them.

Resolution or not, it’s likely that egos will be burst on a regular basis! Tune in for some good celebrityCritic Rating: 33/100 Our Projected Rating: 3-4

Returning “Must-Watch” Shows

Fringe, Season 4 September 23rd on FOX

Fringe (FOX) is a refreshing drama/sci-fi epic, that lightens up the often-times “austere” quality of Fox broadcasts. Fringe, though appearing to be little more than a run-of-the-mill sci-fi, is a T.V. show of epic proportions. Currently spanning three seasons, every single episode is related to teach other and deals with intense laws of science, love, and relationships (the family kind).

The series follows FBI-agent Olivia Dunham (Anna Torv) during her tenure at “Fringe Division”, an agency dedicated to “keeping the universe together”, as her relationship builds with the mysterious Peter Bishop (Joshua Jackson, Dawson’s Creek) and his eccentric mad-scientist father Walter Bishop (John Noble, Lord of the Rings). Catch this critically-aclaimed show on “Fox Fridays” at 10 PM. Critic Rating: 77/100 Our Rating: 8.9 Viewer Rating: 8.9

Dexter, Season 6 October 6th on SHOWTIME

The previous 5 seasons of Dexter (SHOWTIME) have chronicled Dexter Morgan’s life as a serialkiller “with morals” (he only kills bad people), but, following the suspensful twist at the end of Season 5... things will change drastically for Dexter. He’s lost several of his close friends, and family-members, and narrowly evaded the law numerous times in previous seasons, but his luck might just run out. With powerful past performances from Michael C. Hall (Dexter Morgan), Jennifer Carpenter (Deborah Morgan) and John Lithgow (“Trinity”), Season 6 will continue to enthrall. Darkly dreaming Dexter will be returning to cable on October 6th.

Critic Rating: 79/100 Viewer Rating: 8.8

Our Rating: 8.5

Mad Men, Season 5 Early 2012 on AMC

Charlie’s Angels (ABC) premiered on Thursday, September 22nd (exactly 35 years, to the date, after the original series) This reboot, set in Miami, stars Minka Kelly, Rachael Taylor, and Anni Ilonzeh as the new Angels. However, they don’t begin their “angel” career from the start. Eve (Kelley), joins the group after her friend (the original Angel, Gloria) is killed. Say “Hello, Angels!” on ABC Thursday’s at 8 PM!

Mad Men (AMC) chronicles the sexy and provocative New York life-style of the 1960’s. Following the employees of the fictional advertising super-firm, SterlingCooper-Draper-Pryce, Mad Men delves into the intricacies besetting numerous groups of people during this era; in particular females and minorities. With an ensemble cast consiting of the suave Jon Ham as Donald Draper, John Slattery as Roger Sterling, and “the sexiest woman in the world” Christina Hendricks as Joan Harris, the show is a pleasure to watch, visually. With inspiring cinematrophy, and direction, (Matthew Weiner) Mad Men is a pleasure to watch, literally. Winner of three Golden Globes and four Emmy’s for Outstanding Drama Series, Mad Men is a must watch, and airs on the AMC network on Sundays from 6-8 AM. Critic Rating: 77/100 Our Rating: 9.3 Viewer Rating: 8.6

Critic Rating: 30/100

Scores compiled from metacritic.com

Charlie’s Angels September 22nd on ABC

Our Projected Rating: 4-5

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Final Destination 5 a thrilling ‘end’ SHELBY WERHANOWICZ Advanced Staff Writer

The fifth and final addition to the Final Destination series was disappointing to say the least. The movie did not reach the standards of the previous four films, and seemed to lack the thrill that was the fate of the main characters.

The whole theme of the Final Destination movies is that you can’t cheat death. The Previews for the film falsely portrayed what seemed to be a plot twist that would present itself in the final movie.

The trailer for the film made it seem like two of the main characters were going to live in the end.

This is only partially true, because they do not die immediately after the others as they are supposed to. But their deaths link to an accident in the first movie.

The film was in 3D, and it wasn’t any more exciting that it would have been in 2D because of its lack of visual effects and audience interaction. But the graphics were well done for the most part although some scenes were a

little too boring and unrealistic for my taste.

The acting was mediocre at best: the actors and actresses seemed inexperienced and cheesy. The characters they played seemed scattered and unconvincing and did not have any real lives outside of their work, which is where the majority of the movie is focused on.

All the characters in the film that died worked together, and the movie seemed to have most of its scenes filmed at or near their local newspaper building where they were employed.

Overall, the movie was okay but not great, and definitely not worth seeing in theatres. It failed to meet the standards that the previous movies had set. The film did not follow the plot of the first four, and the twist in the plot was its real downfall. It did have some redeeming qualities, such as the consistency with the character warnerbros.com that Tony Todd plays and the references back to the previous movies, symbolizing the end of the series, which audience members that have seen the other movies would appreciate.

The Help, from book to the silver screen EMILY BROWN Editor-in-Chief

meet in Aibileen’s house, fearing she would be fired from the family she works for. Eventually, Minny (Spencer) joins in. Eventually, Skeeter gains enough sources, and publishes her book, titled “The Help.”

Emma Stone is one of Hollywood’s newest rising stars. Taking on a role completely different from her usual criteria, in which she would play a comedic role, was a pleasure to watch. In The Help, Stone plays a strong-willed and stubborn Southern girl. While in this role, she has to fully dive into it with a new character type, a more serious role, and a flawless southern accent. This proves how much of a controversial actress Stone can be; she can not only play a variety of roles, but play them all exquisitely. Every teenage girl can relate to Skeeter. I don’t think anybody could have done this role justice but Stone, and I’m sure we will see her in numerous movies in the future, stretching her horizons even farther.

Spencer and Davis made the movie. Spencer’s role as Minny was more of a comedic role while Davis’ role, as Aibileen, required a more serious and despondent attitude. Minny is moviefone.com a maid known for her feisty attitude, which often gets her fired from jobs. After getting revenge on her previous boss, Hilly (Bryce Howard), the leader and most feared of the white neighborhood housewives, she finds a job working for Celia (Jessica Chastain), a ditzy housewife who tries her best to fit in. Contrasting Minny in almost every aspect, Aibileen is a motherly figure, showing strength and pride in everything she does. Both Spencer and Davis are worthy of winning awards.

Paranormal Activity 3 (Oct. 21, 2011) This is the third, and possibly final, installment of the “Paranormal Activity” series.

Like the previous films, “Paranormal Activity 3” will utilise the same “discoveredf o o t a g e ” cinematography, queasy to some and immersive to others. However, unlike the previous two movies, comingsoon.net “Paranormal Activity 3” takes viewers back in time, far before the events of “Paranormal Activity 2.” It follows Katie and Kristin, the sisters from the first two movies, as children. As the series has progressed, audiences have asked the question, “Why are they followed by demons?” Finally, an answer will be given... Does saying “Bloody Mary” three times in a dark bathroom really produce a demon? We will soon find out.

Starring: Katie Featherston and Zayd Jaber Rating: n/a

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“You is kind. You is smart. You is important.” This is one of the opening lines of the new film The Help, based on the book by Kathryn Stockett.

The main cast includes Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Viola Davis. This movie is all about overcoming obstacles, standing up to prejudice, and following your dreams.

The Help takes place in the South.

1900’s Mississippi to be exact, which during this time was dominated by segregation and racism.

Skeeter (Stone), a journalist for the paper, needed one big story to send her career flying. Growing up with a maid all her life, Skeeter decides to write a book from the perspective of “the help,” or the black maids who work for white families. The maids do everything in the house hold from cleaning, to raising the children. Aibileen (Davis) is the first to open up about her life and the experiences that came along with being a hired help. Skeeter and Aibileen secretly

Dragon Tattoo” is the American adaptation of the best-selling Swedish crime series, known as “Millennium.”

The film follows two very different individuals, Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) and Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara), as they unravel comingsoon.net g o v e r n m e n t conspiracies and personal secrets. Lisbeth, on the outside, appears to be a twisted individual. As the film progress it becomes clear that her “unique perception of the world” is a result of societal opression and abuse.

The previous adaptations of the series have pleased audiences, offering great thrills, edge-of-your-seat action, and fresh new perspectives on life. With an ensemle cast, the U.S. version aims to please.

Starring: Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara Rated: R -Compiled by Emily Brown and Cameron Tu

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Mission Impossible Ringer an intense drama with great cast (Dec. 21, 2011) Following the IMF’s shutdown, due to it’s implication in a global terrorist bombing plot, Ethan Hunt and his team have to go a secret mission. The goal: clear their organization’s name.

Ghost Protocol is initated as they go rogue, fly under the government’s radar, and engage comingsoon.net in the grittiest, most action-packed installation of the series yet.

Starring: Tom Cruise Rated: PG-13

Happy Feet Two (Nov. 18, 2011) “Happy Feet Two” is the longawaited sequal to the original film, takes viewers back to beautiful Antarctica once more, this time in 3-D. In “Happy Feet Two,” Mumble is all grown up with a son of his own, named Erik.

Mumble is disappointed comingsoon.net that Erik doesn’t dance like he does (much like Mumble’s father’s own dissapointment).

Erik runs away and meets a penguin who can fly.

Meanwhile, the entire penguin community faces dire threats... When powerful forces shake the world, Mumble unites the penguins to put everything back to normal in their community.

Starring: Elija Wood, Robin Williams, and Pink Rated: PG

The Adventures of Tintin (Dec. 23, 2011) After years of production rumors “The Adventures of Tintin” is finally being released.

An adaptation of the original hit comic-series by Hergé, this film combines the first three stories of the series into a funfilled animated epic. With plenty of humor (for comingsoon.net adults, teens, and children) the movie promises to be a pleasing throwback to a bygone era of entertainment.

Starring: Jamie Bell and Daniel Craig Rated: PG

ALYSHA FONTAINE Weekend Editor Ringer stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, known for her role in the old classic Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Gellar plays a set of twin sisters, Bridget Kelly and Siobhan Martin. Both sisters are completely different, when we first see Bridget she is in a Narcotics Anonymous meeting in Rock Springs, Wyoming.

At this time, Bridget had not drunk in over six months.

A f t e r months of not seeing or speaking to each other, Siobhan finally calls her sister to visit her. When Bridget arrives, she notices how different they have become: Siobhan has a huge mansion on the beach with a handsome looking husband and gorgeous step-daughter, wonderful wardrobe, and a boat, which the sisters immediately go on when Bridget arrives. While they are on the boat, they begin to talk about their lives and catch up on the past few months. After falling asleep for a while Bridget wakes up on the boat to find that Siobhan is missing, and after calling out her name she discovers Bridget’s medicine bottle that she uses has no more pills in it.

Bridget starts to panic and shout out

Siobhan’s name, then finally she sees Siobhan’s clothes in the middle of the ocean, and starts to panic.

Siobhan had committed suicide, and Bridget has not a clue what to do. When Bridget arrives back at her house, she makes the tough decision of disguising herself as her sister. As the show goes on she begins to live Siobhan’s wonder life: she begins to use her clothes, have her husband and family, and her fantastic mansion.

But as time goes on, Bridget realizes that Siobhan’s life isn’t a walk in the park. She discovers she has had affairs with her best friend’s husband, Henry. fanpop.com She finds out her step-daughter despises her, and that her marriage with her husband is only good in when they are in public eye.

But Siobhan is not the only one with the problems, Bridget finds herself running from the law, after being wanted from the police from a crime that she had committed when she was a stripper in the past.

All of these stories make for a great television show.

Ringer is indeed a must watch fall-show because of its intense storylines, amazing cast members, and the differences between the twins make it that much more interesting. I would recommend this show to any viewer, but especially to those who love cliffhangers, twists, and a lot of action.

Last Harry Potter film a must-see NIKKI CARTER Viewpoint Editor

brilliant scenes that manage to summarize the original novel, but still portray the same beautiful story.

Through the movie, every scene evokes the

The wizard we all grew up with has finally strongest of emotions from the viewers: whether it be come to a spectacular end of his adventure in the movie tears of joy or sadness at each of the character’s triumphs Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. and obstacles. Often the audience will find themselves

The Harry Potter series: part fantasy, part ad- grieving for each of the character’s losses that they sufventure has always offered something for all readers fer along the journey. Being able to evoke these emowhen it was brought to the big screen for the first time tions from avid Harry Potter fans and those new to the in 2001. The long awaited finale was released ten years scene alike, all the actors truly brought their all to their later and did not disappoint. In fact, this highly antici- roles. pated movie held the number one position in movie the- Daniel Radcliffe, playing the leading role of aters throughout the world for the whole first month of Harry Potter, became the screen’s all-time mature hero: its release. ready to lay down his life for his friends, family, and the

Harry Potter, now seventeen, has grown quite rest of the wizarding world. While Hermione Granger, a bit since he first started his journey Emma Watson, once again brought into the mysterious wizarding world at the intelligence of her character to life, the mere age of eleven. With this prowhile also showing realistic emotions gression in age and rising action, each of loss throughout the movie. Lastly, movie seems to be darker than the preHarry’s right-hand man, Ron Weavious. With the increasingly dark and sly, played by Rupert Grint, finally serious plot, the viewer becomes enbecomes fed up with being what he grossed with the films. “Harry Potter believes as second best. He perfectly and the Deathly Hallows” also shows executes the feelings of jealousy, hurt, an almost drastic change with each and eventually unconditional loyalty. character due to their ever-stressful After watching this movie, it further situation. For example, Harry seems to established to me that no others could become even more heroic, as he is willreplace the main leads of Harry Potter, ing to sacrifice everything of himself to as they truly do justice to their characbring peace to the world of magic and ters. On this note, though most movwarnerbrothers.com ies based from novels tend to leave the muggles (non-magic folk). He has realized his destiny to help bring down a viewer disappointed, “Harry Potter dark wizard in order to save the world, as all of man- and the Deathly Hallows” brought to the big screen all kind knows it. the greatest moments and even added in an occasional

Luckily, he is accompanied by his ever-faithful well-placed additional scene. friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. To many For all those who grew up watching Harry Potviewers’ delight, the romance between the two has fur- ter, reading the novels, or even those new to the scene, ther developed, as have their maturity towards each this movie is a must watch. Every moment leaves you other. Together, the trio embarks upon their own “se- on the edge of your seat, breathless, and awaiting the cret mission” hoping to find a way to bring down the next second. More importantly, this movie offers someincreasingly-strong wizard that poses a threat to all that thing for all viewers: adventure, fantasy, drama, and a they hold dear. sprinkle of romance. So, grab a bucket of popcorn and

Danielle Yates, director of the past three Harry watch the heart-pumping finale of the Harry Potter SePotter Movies, brought JK Rowling’s novel to life with ries.

OCTOBER 7, 2011

SPORTS

11 Varsity polo beats Lake Elsinore High FRANK CUCCIA Sports Editor

“They’re working very hard and they’ve got morning practice [on gameday] so it’s phenomenal that they can keep playing [so well].”

This one was riveting; an awesome spectacle from start to finish.

It is, quite possibly, the most difficult test of stamina in the world of sports.

This sport is the aggressive struggle known as varsity Water Polo and the team’s victory over the Elsinore High Tigers with a final score of 11-6. broncopix.com Honestly, it’s GOAL- Jacob Brighton, 12, hard to describe lunges out of the water. what I saw during this game because it’s hard to grasp the pressure and fatigue that the Boys Water Polo team must handle in order to win a game. The VMHS Boys varsity Water Polo pulled off a great victory over the Elsinore High Tigers with a defining final score of 11-6. The game was a struggle for ground from start to finish. Neither of the teams showed signs of backing down and both battled with every ounce of strength that they could muster. Shane Anderson, Boys varsity Water Polo head coach, enlightens

broncopix.com the public about the boy’s morning routine.

“They’re working very hard and they’ve got morning practice the day of the games, so it’s phenomenal that they can keep playing like that,” Anderson said.

It really is phenomenal to see how a water polo game actually unfolds, because, at times, it can be even more exciting than a football game. The afternoon was filled with incredible attempts from both sides as each team battled for the ball, striving to outrun their opponents. The Broncos maintained a minimum of three points each period over the Tigers, but the Tigers were able to keep the distance at three points by the end of the second period.

The Tigers savagely fought to gain some headway and managed to pull out six goals throughout the whole game, in which many were made by the sneaky and lethal Backhand Shot. A goalie who

not paying attention to the player fall victim to the player who gets passed the ball and propels the ball back toward the goalie in a high-speed attack. The Broncos retaliated with a Skip-Shot goal scored by Nathan Hoyt, 12, who obtained partial responsibility for the eleven total goals that the Broncos scored.

Anderson had something to say about the complete performance of his boys that afternoon.

“The boys impressed me with their 11-6 victory because I didn’t know what they could do in a game like that,” stated Anderson.

The Broncos victory over the Elsinore Tigers was a well-earned win showing that, in one afternoon, their endurance and skill surpassed the Tigers who are certain to learn from their mistakes and battle again. For now, the Broncos will cherish their win and use their knowledge to propel them to victory in their later pursuits.

outVarsity Girls golf barely trounc- Positive es on the Chaparral HS Pumas look for Bronco pleased with their performances that day. Lauren Lee, 9, holed out a fantastic birdie on hole number 3 Sports Editor at The Golf Club of Rancho California and finished her day with 39 strokes. Gariepy had many close

Golf is a game of patience and belief in your approaches to the hole from 150-100 yards in and abilities. A game of passion and, at times, complete finished with a minimum of 4 pars. Texie Petchell, victory or total defeat. For varsity girls’ golf, it was 9, shot the lowest score of the day, a solid 38 strokes, and demonstrated a mastery over a day of complete the course and her own emotions. victory.

Petchell also elaborated on her

The VMHS stunning performance.“ girls’ golf team had

“My driving was great, a decisive victory but there were a few putts that I over Chaparral High wanted back. Overall, I was pretty School on September happy with how I played,” Petchell 15 with a recordstated. breaking total of 198

The three combined scores becoming the first of Gariepy, Lee, and Petchell time the team ever helped contribute to the new broke 200 total strokes combined record that each and meaning an average every individual earned and has of 39.75 strokes per Photo by Frank Cuccia sparked a newfound confidence girl. For some, it was within girls’ golf. Ryan Heise, head a struggle and others were eager to share their feats of the day with the coach of VMHS girls’ golf, expressed his happiness rest of their teammates. Regardless of those that with the girls’ golf team.“ Breaking 200 [strokes] for the first time was didn’t shoot their best that day, the team was right there for those that needed that extra boost. Carolane really exciting for me and I know it was for the girls, Gariepy, 11, finished her round with 41 strokes and too,” Heise said.

The Chaparral team put up a good fight, was willing to share her thoughts on the day’s events but the girls rolled with the punches and helped and her performance.

“It was a tough round for me,” Gariepy said. secure another win under their belts. They now “I didn’t play as well as I wanted to, but I hit some prepare for what the future has in store for them. As good shots and helped pull out a victory for the they continue, completely undefeated throughout their season so far, the girls look forward to many team.”

Despite this, the rest of the girls were opposing forces in the near future.

FRANK CUCCIA

football season SHELBY WERHANOWICZ Advanced Staff Writer

The first varsity home football game of the year against Santiago High School lead the Vista Murrieta Broncos to a 28 to 0 win. With more than half of last years varsity team graduated, there was a lot of pressure on the varsity team to start off the season well.

With all of the incoming freshmen, the turnout was impressive as expected. The pre-game show included a performance by the band and a World War II plane fly-by.

With it being the first home game of the season, the traditional tailgate party hosted by the BBC got students pumped up to cheer on their fellow Broncos. The BBC section of the stands was packed to it’s fullest and the cheers could be heard from the field.

There wasn’t much of a game considering the fact that the Bronco’s crushed the Santiago Sharks, and winning the game 28 to 0. Still the energy coming from the stands and the passion that the players showed was phenomenal. Our Broncos played exceptionally well considering the pressure that they were under to win the first game.

Our Bronco boys definitely set the standard for the rest of the season, proving that they have what it takes to follow in the footsteps of last years varsity team. They presented a passion for the game like no other team and sent a message to all of their rivals that they are in it to win it.

How To: get good grades and succeed in school EMILY BROWN Editor-in-Chief

1. Pick classes that are best-suited for you.

Choose classes that make you want to work hard but aren’t too challenging for you. Make sure the classes you take interest you, so that you will work harder naturally, and enjoy it at the same time. If you want to challenge yourself by taking a class that really interests you, is too hard, your grades might be lower but your level of knowledge might increase!

2. Study.

Studying really does make a difference, and is the most important thing a person should do to achieve good grades. You don’t have to study for hours, but just ten to fifteen minutes a day. The best way is to study hard for a few minutes at a time, preferably with someone quizzing you. This method will cut your studying time down enormously.

3. Don’t procrastinate!

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When a teacher assigns an assignment or project, especially a really important one, start it the day you get it. Starting it right away and taking your time will help you remember the things you learned, and also give you time to make sure you are doing the assignment or project correctly. Doing something at the last possible moment won’t be putting your best foot forward and will only cause stress and tiredness.

way to form a group without having to leave your house is through Facebook. These groups will allow anyone to join, discuss, post notes, and study from the computer with fellow classmates. These study groups are especially convenient if you miss a day of class and need to know what you missed.

what they are there for. In addition, the questions you ask may be what everyone else wants to know, but are just too shy to ask. If you don’t feel comfortable asking your teacher questions, turn to other students in the class for help. Odds are, someone in the class will understand the material.

5. Do your homework.

7. Tutoring

4. Form study groups.

Homework is given to make sure you understand what was done in class. If you understand the homework, you are likely to succeed on the next test, and in class in general.

Getting a tutor for any subject can help significantly improve your grades. Tutoring can take many forms: paying a professional tutor, going to a tutoring program, finding a tutor on a school related website, or getting help from a friend. If none of these opportunities are available to you, Vista Murrieta has tutoring every late start in the library before school, thanks to CSF and NHS.

Forming study groups with friends are a great way to study and understand information. Try to form a study group for every core class you have. Don’t have the time to meet somewhere with the group?

That’s okay, because today’s technology provides us with numerous ways we can connect. A popular

6. Ask questions!

Don’t be afraid to ask teachers for help, because that’s

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