Author Archive for Brianne Hannafey

Tips for Last Minute Shoppers

Published On June 20, 2010 in Community Features by
Tips for Last Minute Shoppers

Steven Birch | During the December holiday season, people frantically rush through stores to find the perfect gifts for their family and friends. But, often people wait until the day before or the actual day of their holiday to purchase the right gift. At quarter to twelve before the holiday, many people are Read More »

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Saving the World by Getting Involved

Published On June 20, 2010 in International News by and
Saving the World by Getting Involved

How can we help change the world? Communications and External Relations Manager, Mr. Kevin Cassidy recently spoke at our school about ways that we can change the world. Part of the United Nations, The International Labor Organization (ILO), deals with all labor conditions from unsafe working conditions, unfair work, child labor, slave labor and more. Read More »

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National Honors Society: Embarking on a New Tradition

Published On June 20, 2010 in Community Features by and
National Honors Society: Embarking on a  New Tradition

Have you ever wanted to be part of a new club or organization? Is your grade point average at least an 88? Do you have community service hours that you need to put to the test? Fortunately, you’re in luck. Our school has joined in the chapters of The National Honor Society (NHS,) and recently Read More »

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Boo Bags are a Big Hit

Published On June 20, 2010 in Community Features by
Boo Bags are a Big Hit

A preview of the Boo Bags made by the Garcia Advisory Get in the Halloween spirit and buy a Boo Bag to support our seniors. Boo Bags are little bags filled with many different treats. Although, candy is not allowed, there are many other fun items in the boo bags. The bags consist of vampire Read More »

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Pop Punk’s Poster Boys’ Return

Published On June 20, 2010 in Arts and Entertainment by
Pop Punk’s Poster Boys’ Return

Blink 182 at a July 2009 performance. Were you a fan of the former punk rock band Blink 182? Well if you were, get ready because they are back and better than ever. Blink 182, a Punk Rock band, who split in 2005, announced their reunion at the 2009 Grammy Awards. The band embarked on Read More »

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Trip off Broadway!

Published On June 20, 2010 in Community Features by and

What is racism? How do people learn to gain a sense of identity? And why are some pushed away because of their ethnic background? These are some questions many people ask that can not always be answered. Fortunately, Ms. Violetta Surowiec took her Spanish Four class to see “La Gringa,” a play that shows the Read More »

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Is It Really That Lovely After All?

Published On June 19, 2010 in Arts and Entertainment and Front Page by

The Lovely Bones is a number one selling novel, but will the movie be a number one box office hit? Everyone is hyped to see this movie, especially those who read the book, which is filled with mystery and vengeance, but are they building up the movie to something it will not live up to? Read More »

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