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CaPital HigH SCHool Volume 45, Issue 48055 Goddard Road. Boise, Idaho 83704 FeBRuaRy 11, 2010

Editor in CHiEF: amanda donaldSon aSSiStant EditorS: BrEnna PatriCk and mark mouSEr

new boss in town

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Wouldn’t it be cool to sit in the big chair and walk around to give teacher reviews? Junior Cody Smith had that experience on Jan. 12 after winning the honor of being Principal for a day at the 2010 golden Eagle Booster Club dinner auction. His parents “came home

and were like, hey we got you ‘Principal for a day.’ and i was like, cool,” Smith said. according to Smith, Principal Jon ruzicka was “really open about it” and let him do whatever he wanted. Smith had a great time doing “Principal for a day.” “it was way fun, i got to shadow mr. ruzicka and just do whatever,” he said.

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Left: Smith takes a moment from his busy schedule of teacher reviews and paperwork to sit back and enjoy his new office.

Senior Samuel Zakarian has been accepted into the p res t ig ious Wes t Point military School. Z a k a r i a n s a i d t h e appointment was, “exciting a n d n e r v e r a c k i n g ” al l a t the same t ime. on average, the number of applicants admitted into West Point is 15 percent. Zakarian was nominated for West Point by James E. risch the republican u.S. Senator from idaho, Walter minnick the former u.S. representative from idaho’s 1st district, and

Senior receives West Point appointmentBrenna Patrick

NeWS edItoR mike Crapo also a u.S. Senator of idaho. He had to complete a plethora of online forms while having to also acquire another three recommendations. He also had to attend a few seminars with individual military areas and graduates. Zakarian’s advice for those who are interested in West Point, or other schools like it, include: taking aP classes and playing sports. He also volunteered at places like the Police impound which, made h i m f e e l “ h u m b l e d and happy. it made me grateful for what i had.”

BPA chapter president places first at regionals

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kamille Van Buren, Capital’s Business Professionals of america chapter president, took first place in Legal Office Procedures in the regional competition. Van Buren also competed in advanced key Boarding and placed fifth. “i felt proud, i made it to national last year, and i’m happy to get another chance,” Van Buren said. BPa is a national student organization that helps student prepare for business and technology professions. their mission statement is “to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, ci t izenship, academic, and technological skills.” BPa students participate in many activities; such as

volunteer work, fund raising, and different competitions. Business teacher dr. debra Brumley said, “[BPa] gives them real-world hands-on experience. this is good regardless if student is going on to college, workplace, military, etc. using the club as an activity, students attend competitions, listen to motivating speakers, meet students from other schools.” Brumley teaches academic Support, introduction to Business and Finance, a n d B u s i n e s s l a w. Van Buren took Business law her sophomore year and Practical law this year. “ i ’ve a lways been interested in Business and law.” said Van Buren. “i just fell in love when i joined the club (BPa).”

Engineering is a class that can combine both the sciences and the arts, making it a class of interest to all kinds of students. Engineering teacher alton Stafford said “someone that likes to build things and modify their toys” would enjoy taking the class, and that a “good work ethic” is what they need to succeed in it. keep in mind that there will be something new next year: the advanced classes will be held at the dennis Center.

interests in building attracts p r e - e n g i n e e r i n g s t u d e n t s

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the Student Council started a food drive benefiting the idaho Food Bank on Feb 1. as most drives go, this will be a competition between the different classes; Sophomore drop off locations are: room 228, English teacher dianne ruxton; room 105, math teacher, nancy Stephan; room 238, English teacher; danielle Bainbridge. Junior drop off locations are: room 102, math teacher Heidi trunnel; room 222, English teacher, matt Jacobsen; room 212 and science teacher,

Capital is out to can hungerRyan Richart

eNteRtaINmeNt edItoRBryan Hess. Senior drop off locations are: room 227, English teacher Puala uriarte; room 205, English teacher Carla Zumwalt; and room 215, history teacher todd Simis. the drive will accept all non-perishable, unopened food items. However not all food is worth as much in the drive, for example, a single packet of ramen noodles is not worth as many points as something like a can of Chef Boyardee. the food drive will go to march 14 with a prize for the grade that receives the most food points.

Photo By AmAndA donALdSonSeniors Luke Obenauf and Andrew Parrish improve upon the design of a conveyor belt, “This class is pretty fun. You learn skills on how to work as a team while getting to build really cool stuff” Obenauf said.

Zakarian is very proud to be able to get into such a prominent school.

there are many reasons to take engineer ing , but perhaps the best reason is that you can get college credit for it.

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The topic for Debate Class this year is “The United States Federal Government should decrease its military and/or police presence in one or more of the following: South Korea, Japan, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq, Turkey.”

Why are Americans so afraid of the S-word?

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Opposing Viewpoints

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Opinion Friday, November 12, 2010

Editor: Michelle Little

Dylan MattoxSportS Editor

Are today’s youth making informed decisions about politics? I don’t think so.Everyone has a right to their own opinions, that is one of the appeals of America. And nearly everyone has an opinion on politics. But is everyone’s opinion of politics their own opinion or someone else’s? People are often influenced by family, peers, and the media. This is not limited to everyday problems, it also includes politics. When someone forms an opinion based from another person’s outlook,

the facts can be muddled and the opinion might be different than the person’s actual beliefs. How much of what people think they know about politics is based on fact or does society influence their views? A judgment may be made about a politician through the media, but the media doesn’t represent the politician. Politicians no longer use the media to tell what they can do for the people, they now use it to tell what their contender can do against the people. This can be a severe problem because it may sway people in the way they vote. It can also be a severe annoyance, b e c a u s e p o l i t i c a l arguments can happen due to lack of information. A student will be told from a friend or family member that they are a Republican or a Democrat, and will decide to join that party out of conformity, thinking that their friend or family member is similar to them and has made a choice that fits their outlook on things.

To consider it is treason. To suggest it is blasphemy. The very word sends shivers down the spine of any “good American”. Just accusing your opponent of believing in it is the most effective way to win an election. What is it? Socialism. What is socialism? The dictionary says it’s “a political theory advocating state ownership of industry.” Conservatives will tell you it’s the equivalent of communism, and liberals are trying to push it on us because they want more power over the people and more tax money. I will tell you it is the next necessary step towards an efficient and happy future. The interesting thing about living in the most Republican state in the country is that during election times, particularly this one, both Republican and Democrat candidates scare the conservative majority in this state by saying words like “liberal”, “big government”, and “socialism”. Pretty freaky. They know the vast majority here is full of old

school rightists who think that the fewer laws the better and taxes only exist because the government is greedy. Perhaps they believe libraries, roads, the fire department, and everything else that’s public is only free because of old-fashioned American hospital i ty, when i t’s actually the tax money our government stole from us. Yes, we all hate taxes. That is, until government threatens to cut funding from Medicare or pensions. Then we really go crazy. My question is where does everybody think the money comes from? We have a debt of trillions of dollars and last time I checked no one has that kind of money stuck in their car seat cushions. Taxes are necessary. Socialism is what many think is Big Brother control, but shall we take a look at the countries that are socialist? Europe, for example, has all the ingredients of “big government control”. They have high taxes, lots of state-run programs, and major government involvement in the industry. The incredibly high taxes pay for things like free health care, early retirement ages, and long vacations. One might think that government-run health care sounds scary, but it’s hard for an American to talk when we have the 37th best health care in the world. In summary, in order to keep up with a world moving forward we need to drop our fear of change. Perhaps what we once considered our enemy is now our last hope for the future.

Withdrawing our military presence in South Korea, Japan, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq, and/or Turkey is a bad idea for several reasons. To start, our military presence keeps the peace in these regions, the Middle East and East Asia. For example, American military deployments in South Korea are vital to keeping North Koreans at bay. This is especially critical due to the fact that the North Koreans now have nuclear weaponry; also, tensions are high between the Koreas, due to the sinking of a South Korean frigate by a North Korean submarine earlier this year. Furthermore, China is eager to stretch its military and economic power in the region. Taiwan, a breakaway state dating back to the aftermath of World War II, could easily be enveloped. The same is true of the disputed Spratly Islands,

host to oil reserves. The islands have claims from China, the Philippines, Taiwan, and other. Were it not for our marines in Japan presiding over the scene, the situation could escalate. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, Iran is building a nuclear arsenal. Should American troops leave, Iran could use the withdrawal for their own interests. Armed with nuclear technology, Iran would wield a considerable presence, and tensions between Iran and Israel, also a nuclear weapons state, would only rise. Should a war break out between the two nations, it would create a new image of catastrophe. That’s not to mention the moral obligation to all of the countries we have a military presence in. In Japan, we protect, as declared by the treaty signed after World War II. They don’t even have a military due to our guarantee. We hold a similar agreement with Kuwait, where we have had troops since the First Gulf War. In South Korea, we hold back a renewed outbreak of the Korean War, which, technically, never ended. In Iraq and Afghanistan, we are key to holding together the government. In Turkey, our military presence is part of NATO’s defense agreement. Our military presence may not be popular, but it cannot be said that they don’t have their uses.

One Simple Question:Are young adults aware of politics?

“Heavens no! there are a lot of experiences students are lacking . . . i n my op in ion , u n d e r s t a n d i n g politics has a lot to do with experience a n d b a c k g r o u n d k n o w l e d g e . . . ”

“No, I don’t think s t u d e n t s a r e pol i tacal ly aware of anything. I didn’t start watching the news until my senior government class with Mr. Ragan!”

“ I f e e l l i k e t h e students just follow what they’re friends’ views are because they don’ t real ly k n o w a n y t h i n g a b o u t p o l i t i c s . ”

“I think that the internet age and the deluge of media that is constantly available has made us more aware as a society. However I sometimes doubt the validity of the sources from which the students get their information...”

Weston Durland Sophomore

Terra McBroomeJunior

Cody Fairchild Senior

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Ye s ( N o ) Ye s ( N o ) Ye s ( N o ) ( Ye s ) N o

Andrew HothJunior

Andrew TinkerJunior

For Policy Debate this year, the topic is “The United States Federal Government should decrease its military and/or police presence in one or more of the following: S o u t h K o r e a , J a p a n , Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq, Turkey.” These countries are geographically diverse, showing the US military presence around the world.It’s no coincidence that US bases form a ring around Asia. It has its roots in the cold war, when America focused on a “containment” strategy around Russia. This is especially important in Turkey, South Korea, a n d O k i n a w a , w h e r e many affirmatives will claim that the presence is “a military relic” and should be e l iminated.The biggest focus will be on hegemony, where t h e U S i s c u r r e n t l y considered the global hegemon. Affirmatives will claim that the military is

overstretched, and only by withdrawing from some of its commitments can it preserve its hegemony. The neg will claim the opposite, but overstretch is an excellent argument.A n o t h e r A f f i r m a t i v e case area is terrorism. In Afghanistan and Iraq, there is excellent evidence claiming that mili tary presence increases the efforts of terrorists. Following this logic, Affirmative teams will say that we must remove our troops to stop the efforts of terrorists. A special area for cons ide ra t ion in th i s d i scuss ion i s Turkey. Approximately 90 tactical nuclear weapons are stationed at Incirlik Air base, and these weapons are considered somewha t vu lne rab l e to thef t by terror is ts . Affirmatives will claim that we have to withdraw these weapons to prevent a terrorist nuclear attack. Broader than terrorism or hegemony, international relations deals with the effect on host countries by US military presence. F o r e x a m p l e , S o u t h Korea doesn’t like that we have a skeletal base on their mainland; the base is commonly cited for rapes and other social problems. Reducing the troop presence may keep the populace happy, preserving relations between South Korea and Japan. This may be necessary to help against North Korea, or China.

Below are two debate students’ opinions on the topic. On the left is Andrew Tinker, a junior taking the affirmative side on the debate. On the right is Andrew Hoth, a junior taking the opposing side of the debate.

Amanda donaldsonflight aSSiStant Editor

Blind Politics: Is society influencing youth’s opinion of politics?

d E C A students p r e p a r e to go to nationals in Flordia

DECA is an association that helps students prepare for the future of management and marketing, and helps do community services. The kind of students that Sandy Wold, would like to have in her class are motivated, c rea t ive , de te rmined , committed and involved. D E C A h a s g r e a t opportunities; nine college credits are available and also a scholarship to University Of Idaho, for state finals. In addition, DECA attends Nationals every year in a different location. This year is Orlando, Florida. Senior Karlie Andrews said, “I like the competitiveness

Renovation U p d a t e s :

Sports medicine: helping out thefootball team and the community

Jonathan Reff SportS Editor

Adelisa MehmedovicStaFF WritEr

CHS newspaper Flight became a Professional Te c h n i c a l E d u c a t i o n program almost ten years ago with the help of advisor, Vicki Francis, and now-retired PTE state program manager, Dr. David Dean. As a PTE program, there are a number of extra benefits to students. Three college credits are available through Northwest College to students who participate in this class. Classroom technology

and equipment are industry-standard. “We have an advisory board made up of industry, and university professionals that advise me on the equipment I should buy,” said Francis. This board includes Northwest College and Idaho S ta t e sman employees plus professional photographers. This past summer the classroom lab was updated with a new server that u p g r a d e d t h e w h o l e system. “She gives us the tools and we build our ark,” said senior Editor-in-Chief Amanda Donaldson. As a result of a class change, fall semester Editor-in-Chief senior Liberty Fleming is working as an

advanced photography student. Donaldson has s tepped in as Spr ing semester Editor-in-Chief. “I really like the idea of running a publication,” said Donaldson. Since this is a student-run publication with Francis as head advisor, these students must always work hard to get the job done or risk not getting the paper out. There a re ce r ta in qualifications new students must have. Besides a love for journalism, “You have to be curious and want to know what’s new,” said Francis, “have a concern about the world and the people around you, be passionate about the world and be very curious,” added Francis.

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Referees scramble to get ready for the next football play as Cydney Haines brings water bottles to the team and coaches. This is one of the many jobs Sport Medicine students have to preform. In Sports Med. there are three levels each with different expectations, requirements and curriculum. First year students are required to have at least 20 hours of volunteer work per semester. The second year 40 hours are required each semester and than 80 the third year. In the first year students are studying systems, CPR, and standard ankle tapes. Then the students learn about anatomy and how to treat high school level injuries. Third year students have review and curriculum gets more indepth. The expectations for the first year are standard class expectations, with simpler volunteer work. The second year is similar but students are given more responsibility. Instead of hydrating athletes students start to care for their injuries. Third year they’re expected to help out the inexperienced students with a required 80 hours.

The bid process for Capital’s three-year renovation has started. Funded by a bond passed in 2006 by the Boise School District patrons, the project seeks to remodel all the bathrooms on Capi ta l ’s campus , r ep lace eve ry window within the building, and replace the majority of the tile. Capital was notified on Feb. 2 that the bids from numerous companies were finalized. The bids were placed to confirm which company would do each or all of the renovations. Plans to remodel the bathrooms has been revised, instead of starting the remodel in the A and F halls the contractors will start in the B hall because those bathrooms were closer to the back entrance and easily accessible for the contractors. D u r i n g e a c h r e m o d e l the bathrooms will not be operational. Students will have to find temporary detours to other facilities during their daily schedule. Starting in the warmer months, around April, the contractors will take out the windows during the school days, replace them with plywood, and then install the new windows and coverings. Most of 250,000 sq. feet of tile will be ripped out this summer with carpet installation during the 2011-2012 school year.

Top Row: Michelle Little, Melody Bates, Klayton Johnston, Amanda Donaldson, Mark Mouser, Liberty Fleming, Alyssa Thomas-Navarro, Dylan Mattox, and Ryan Richerts. Bottom Row: Jonathan Reff, Alexa Azevedo, Lauren Cooper, Kelsie Byrne, Marisa Hansen, Brenna Patrick, and Logan Whitfield.

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Nov. 13th10:45am- tailgate party, Semi-Finals

FB game starts @ Noon 4:30pm- girls Basketball @ Kuna High

Nov. 11-137pm- Drama Club Show nights

Nov. 194:30pm girls Basketball VS Boise

Nov. 204:30pm girls Basketball VS Borah

Nov. 22-26thanksgiving Break, no school

Nov. 297pm- All City Jazz Night

Nov. 304:30pm Boys Basketball @ Emmett4:30pm girls Basketball VS Eagle

EvEnts this Month

Over $2,000 raised by students and faculty to “Make-A-Wish” come trueKelsie ByrneStaff Writer

We all know about anonymous charity, but what about the good-willed people that go to our own school? Capital gives students the chance to take part in Make-a-Wish, this is a program that was founded in 1980; their mission is to give children with terminal diseases the chance to live their biggest dream. Whether it be going to Disney world or getting to be a police officer for a day, they make it happen. One of the most recent acts of kindness that the whole school helped with was raising money to help Nicolas, a young boy with an enlarged heart. His wish was to go to Disney World in Orlando, Florida and with the help of the staff and student body who together raised $ 2,414, Nicolas will get his wish in January.Sophomore Caity Denny i s d o i n g t h e D E C A sponsored Make-a-Wish for the first time this year and so far says she is really enjoying helping. “We pretty much raised all the money for Nicolas ourselves, i think it’s really cool how the whole school got involved,” said Denny. She is excited to do it next year, because, “it’s a new kid and a new wish.”

DECA advisor Sandy Wold has been doing Make-a-Wish for four years now and enjoys every year. Wold commented on student participation saying, “it’s awesome every year. i’m so impressed with our students. it makes me proud to be an Eagle.”DECA will be selling stars and shirts in the spring. the money will go to the Make-a-Wish foundation to help other kids in need. Wold said they are also

DECA member senior Brooke Whitman sits with Nicolas at the Homecoming football game on Oct. 1.

Senior linebacker Muamer Hasanovic and senior defensive lineman Alex Kopp carry Nicolas on their shoulders at the Fall Sports Assembly where money was collected to send Nicolas to Disney World this January.

planning on br inging Nicolas back for another assembly after his trip, to have a “meet and greet.”Junior lorry Hernandez, also a first time Make-a-Wish participant, said, “i’m definitely doing it again next year, and i would recommend it to anyone.” Denny and Hernandez both became involved through marketing class, but anyone can join. Any questions can be answered by Wold in portable R-5.

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Spanish teacher Mary Ellen Voshell and Spanish students of all skill levels gather together at el Tenampa for a Tertulia.

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spanish educator Wins teacher of the year Award

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about the Spanish 5 class is that she can understand it because Voshell is very interactive with her students. “She treats every one as if they are her own kids, and helps everyone along no matter what,” said Spanish 4 junior Evan Kramer. Voshell teaches Spanish 3,4 and 5 and English language learning. She has also taught AP Spanish classes. “Her AP students often participate in and pass the Advanced Placement test with a four or better,” wrote gilderhus. “i think Capital is a special community. Students are very respectful of other students and teachers,” said Voshell.

“She’s crazy and fun, it’s great,” said Emile Kelley, Spanish 3 sophomore. Senior Brittany Yoest said that the best thing

Voshell converses with students during their Tertulia meal.

“it was kind of a surprise, but i saw my husband, son and daughter-in-law [there] so i was guessing,” said Spanish teacher Mary Ellen Voshell on winning teacher o f the Year. Sponsored by the idaho Association of teachers of languages and Cultures, the award was given Oct. 7, at the Basque Center. Voshell was recommended by South Junior High Spanish teacher Kacey larracoechea, with whom Voshell has written the Spanish curriculum for several years, along with world language supervisor Sharon larracoechea and Capital High School german teacher Jamie gilderhus. the recommendation included Voshell’s Master’s degree in Spanish and Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and English journalism from the University of idaho, teaching positions, and the trips she takes to Spain with students every other year. it also mentions her involvement in exchange programs. She hosted

several students in her home in the 80’s and 90’s and was a representative to French and Spanish students for summer long home stays. Voshell has taught at Capital for 21 years and served as Department Chair for World languages. She has taught at five other schools and won several other awards including the Fulbright teacher Exchange grant, idaho Arts Commission grant and idaho Humanities Council grant. “Her rapport with the students is inspiring. Her students excel in her class because she encourages t h e m t o c h a l l e n g e themselves in the language,” gilderhus wrote in a letter of recommendation for Voshell. One example of Voshell’s inspiring rapport with students is an extracurricular activity called a tertulia, during which students from her Spanish classes go to a restaurant, converse in Spanish for an hour and have a good meal as well. Voshell started the tertulias when she began to teach advanced Spanish classes. they go about twelve times a semester.

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that prepares us for the adult world.” Senior Taylor Kaserman said, “I love how close we get with students mostly after State and Nationals, you can get great sponsors, a lot of experience in selling, money and work ethic.” Senior Poi Phimmasone said,” I love DECA. You get to meet a lot of new people around the world, basketball games are our bonding moments.” Senior Rachel Anderson said, “ It’s a great experience, the trips are fun. Mrs. Wold is our favorite person, she make me cry happy tears. She’s like our mom.”

PtE FactSixty-six percent of PTE high school program completes enroll in college as compared to 49.1% o f t h e g e n e r a l student population.Close to 20,000 state

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PtE Fact Nearly all of Idaho’s high school students are currently enrolled in at least one PTE

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PtE FactNearly 80% of Idaho’s jobs require less than a baccalaureate degree (Idaho Department of Labor) Also, over 9,900 full and part-time students enrolled in technical college degree or certificate programs.at least some post secondary

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PtE FactTech Prep agreements provide students with an opportunity to earn college credits for PTE classes . Over 13,800 students e a r n e d 1 3 , 8 6 9 creditsand requires less than a baccalaureate d e g r e e . ( I d a h o Department of Labor) According to the Georgetown University Center on Education

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Video interns produce client project

Family and Consumer Science builds team dynamics

NewsTaught By Vicki francis

Ryan RichertsEntErtainmEnt Editor

Family and Consumer Science deals with many subjects such as consumer s c i e n c e , p a r e n t i n g , nutrition, culinary arts, early childhood education, personal development, f ami ly dynamics and economics. Many people w i t h a F a m i l y a n d Consumer Science degree own their own business. It is taught as an elective here at CHS but is a requirement in many other schools across the nation. There are several careers related to Family Consumer Sciences, including working for a research firm or a think-tank, family law, dietitian, fashion or interior design industry, educational assistant and social services. The FCCLA (Family,

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Students prepare for careers in medical fieldsTaught by Melodee Sather

Mark Mouserassistant Editor

Chosen as the Idaho Professional and Technical Education Program of the Year for 2010, the Video Production program, taught by Rob Parsons, has an abundance of offerings for students. With three levels of the class, students have something new to learn each new year, with each class becoming more and more difficult. Students shoot projects using professional quality video cameras and produce using Mac G5 computers using Final Cut Pro. A professionally outfitted studio with a VT5 mixer is used to produce a daily announcement program for the school. In Video Production 1, there are six video projects; Dog Wash, Boise Sketch, Music Video, the Final Project, and two inserts. Video Production 2 covers everything students need to know about what’s new with Capital. Then in Video Production 3, along with producing public service announcements and promotional videos for clients, the Tech Interns assist Video 1 and 2. “This class encourages creativity and leadership. Its one of the best video

programs in the Boise School District, because it teaches students things they wouldn’t learn until they go to college,” senior Tech Intern Colton Mabury said. Parsons has three Tech Interns willing to jump up and help with the many community/client projects including; seniors Daniel Sheldon, Kevin Hodes, and Mabury. Projects have included producing a promotional mailer and web-based work for Olympic athlete Anne Audian for the Idaho Women’s Fitness Celebrat ion, shoot ing video for the Nike Cross Nationals official website and producing behind-the-scenes footage for Boise’s version of Dancing With the Stars. They are currently working on a PSA for the school on Teen Dating

Violence. Tech Interns also have to take an industry-certified skills test through the SkillsUSA Work Force Ready program and, if they pass, receive a skills certificate.oyed in various fields i n c l u d i n g : n e w s a n d broadcasting, commercials, and film.

C o l l e g e C r e d i t Offerred: Idaho State University

Career Prepartation: Emergency Medical Technician/Medical Billing Technician/ Certified Nurse

M e d i a n S a l a r y Range:$41,800-$70,230 per year*Occupational Outlook Handbook

Front to Back: Students Alex Guapp, Kimberlynn Hylton, Taylor Brewer, Hasma Sulejmanovic, Matt Buchanan, and Kaliegh Davis attentively taking notes during a power point presentation.

Video production teacher Rob Parsons gives direction to senior Tech Intern Daniel Sheldon while filming Olympic athlete Anne Audian for a promotional mailer for the Idaho Women’s Fitness Celebration.

The school yearbook, known as Talon, has a staff that is working hard to provide the quality product that the students, faculty, and students’ families have come to expect since its first edition in 1966-67 school year. Yea rbooks a re an impor tant par t of the school year because thirty years from now, when a student is thinking back to his/her high school days, the first thing reached for will be the yearbook. Talon editor-in-chief Klayton Johnston said “anyone interested in taking pictures or writing stories” would enjoy working for Talon next year. The needed qualities, Johnston says, have no specifics. “[New students] need to know that the yearbook is an important thing that takes time and dedication. If they are willing to work, then they will be fine.” Yearbook advisor Vicki Francis says good qualities of a Talon staff member include “being interested in telling the story of Capital High School, enjoying meeting people, and having

a real interest in layout, photography, or design.” “You come out with real strong job skills. You become a team player, and learn how to meet deadlines. Anytime an employer sees you’re on a newspaper or yearbook staff, they know you’ll be the better person to hire because you’ve worked in a real-life environment,” Francis said. Francis says she enjoys t each ing the sub jec t . “I like the fact that students know they’re not just answering to me, but to the whole school with their quality of work,” she said.

Michelle Littlestaff WritEr Health Occupations prepares students for a career in the medical field. Select students participate in HOSA a national student organization promoting career opportunities in health care industry.

PTE Facts:The Cente r s fo r New Direc t ions , located on technical college campuses, served 829 single parents and displaced homemakers. Over 9,900 full and part-time students enrolled in technical college degree

C o l l e g e C r e d i t Offered:College of Western IdahoNorthwest College

Careeer Preparation:B r o a d c a s t i n g /Production and Facility

Median Salary Range:$40,000-$60,000 per year*Occupational Outlook Handbook

C o l l e g e C r e d i t Offered:Northwest College

Career Preparation: Writer/Photographer/L a y o u t d e s i g n e r /Communications

M e d i a n S a l a r y Range:$34,*50-%67,820 per year


Chantel Moorestaff WritEr

Writers, photographers, and designers create memories

C o l l e g e C r e d i t Offered:Open to any school

Career Preparation: Dietitian/Reasearch/Family law

M e d i a n S a l a r y Range:$34,*50-%67,820 per year


PTE Fact:S t u d e n t s h a v e opportunity to earn college credits for PTE classes. Over 1 3 , 8 0 0 s t u d e n t s earned 13,869 credits potentially savings over $2.2 million for students and parents.

Career and Community Leade r s o f Amer i ca ) is a nonprofit student organization. Formed in 1945 in Chicago, it is a nationwide organization t h a t s p e c i a l i z e s i n Family and Consumer S c i e n c e e d u c a t i o n . The FCCLA has several competitive events such as there “STAR” events (Students Taking Action w i t h R e c o g n i t i o n ) . These test knowledge c o o p e r a t i v e l y , i n d i v i d u a l l y a n d c o m p e t i t i v e l y . I n cooperative events teams work to accomplish s p e c i f i c g o a l s : i n i n d i v i d u a l e v e n t s individuals work to accomplish specific goals: In competitive events teams or individuals work on a goal with a specific set of criteria.

Taught by Tera Chase

Talon students Natela Puturidze, Kendra Sanford, Juan Serrano Aguirre, Taylor Willey, Peter Green (Alumni), Ashley Carpender (Alumni), Russell Howe, Khusnidbek Yusupov trade gifts for their annual secret santa gift exchange in December.

Photo by ViCki FRanCis

Arts

Editor: Kelsie Byrne

Friday, February 11, 2011

PTE photographers focus on life

“I love photography because anything you can imagine you can create and get across to your viewers to blow them away.”

“I like having the opportunity to pause time. I have taken photography for two years.”

“Photography i s a way to illustrate your imagination.”

“The jellyfish I find to be very colorful, and it was a rare opportunity to see jellyfish close together like that.”

“I chose this picture, because it was really one of the first pictures of the year. The eye contact is intense, as well as the coloring. This would be wrath.”

College Credit:Northwest College

Career PrePeratioN:College degree iN PhotograPhy/freelaCe Need teChNiCal ProfiCieNCy

MediaN salery raNge:(aNNual) $20,620-$43,530

“I love photography because it gives me the chance to show the world how I view things. my perspective.”

“My favorite thing about photography is the creativity that I can show and express myself in.”

“This photo I like because it shows my distinct style with animal photography.”

Photo by Laura Scott

Photo by Katelyn Chapin Photo by Troy Wade

PhoTo by Marisa hansEn

PhoTo by KElsiE jEnKins

Photo by Chris Dennis

Photo by Laci Talley

Photo by Luke Bowden

Photo by Huma Aatifie

Liberty FLeming

Senior Liberty Fleming i s n o t o n l y C h i e f Operations Officer on the Student Council but is also a photographer. “I love portraiture photography. Each picture is unique because every individual has different traits. It’s fun to be able to capture someone’s personality in one picture for seniors, family, and w e d d i n g p i c t u r e s . ” She would like to turn her interest into a career. “I would love to explore art as a potential career. Being able to design, c r e a t e , a n d u s e m y imagination every day, while getting paid, would be ideal. It’s so much better to do something you’re passionate about!” she said. She specializes in senior and family portraits and fashion shots. “It’s the best to have full freedom for

shantel MooreStaff Writer

Cover of Val ley Vis ions 2010 by L iber ty F leming.

Artist Spotlight

Liberty Fleminglocation, outfits, and props for my models, then just create!”This will be her third year in competing at Skills USA. The regional competition will be held on March 4th. She will compete against other schools completing a test, a studio lighting session, an outdoor shoot, resulting in a composite print, and an interview.

First, second and third places will go onto State as well as two competitors from each school. State will be held on April 8-9th. The gold medalist will then compete at nationals in the summer. She runs her own business called Limitless Expressions Photography, has been Editor in chief of Flight

newspaper, and editor of the fashion page for Flight, her photo was on the cover of the Valley Visions Art and Literary Magazine (2010). She was Art Student of the Month-Capital High (2010-2011), and placed 1st in Capital’s art show (2010).

Friday, February 11, 2010 Entertainment

5Editor: Ryan Richert

Inexpensive ways to have fun in Boise

Spend your lazy Saturday playing a fun-loving game of “frolfing”

Amanda DonaldsonEDITOR IN-CHIEF

A Flash Mob is a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual and pointless act for a brief time, then disperse ( Wi k i p e d i a ) . F l a s h Mobs have been gaining popularity for several years and now they are quick, free and make for great memories for participants and bystanders. Thousands

of videos, many recorded via cell phones held by as ton i shed bys tander s , are posted on the Internet. There’s a scene in Macy’s shoe department at Miami’s Dadeland Mall, as members of the Florida Grand Opera belt out “Toreador” while brandishing stiletto pumps. Now you may be asking what’s the best way toget in on the action? Even with the chaotic nature of the event a lot of planning

hundreds of dollars to start playing, just a frisbee, another component of disc golf is the sophistication of it all. There is an etiquette a s p e c t t o t h e g a m e , involving courtesy to your party and to others around you — a frisbee to any part of the body can really hurt, so looking before you throw is always key.

a p p r o a c h a b l e a n d above a l l , l a id back . No matter what you call it, disc golf, frisbee golf or just “frolf,” spending some time at the convenient Ann Morrison Park’s 18 hole course is a great opportunity to meet some fellow golfers, enjoy the outdoors and get in some exercise. One attraction to “Frolfing” is its accessibility a n d a f f o r d a b i l i t y . There’s no green fees which

Amanda DonaldsonEDITOR IN-CHIEF

On a lazy Saturday, Ann Morrison Park is populated with families picnicking, people jogging through the pines and kids throwing footballs and frisbees, where, Camouflaged in T-shirts and Toms, leaning over rivers and out of trees is a rare breed of athlete — the disc golfer. A docile creature, one that is fun-loving, easily

How To Make: Eraser USB DriveAmanda DonaldsonEDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Movie Reviews

Want to make a flash drive that nobody would even think about taking? Hide it in a pink eraser and it’s secure in this digital age.

Ryan RichertENTERTaINmENT EDITOR

The movie “True Grit” is a remake of the 1969 movie by the same name telling the story of a 14 year old Mattie Ross (played by Hailee Steinfield) who sets out to capture the released, merciless bandit Tom Chaney (Josh Brolin). Chaney killed her father and a Texas senator and is being pursued by a Texas Ranger LaBouef (Matt Damon). Ross knows she cannot do it alone and searches for a man with “true grit” to assist her. She hires Rooster Cogburn (Jeff Bridges) a U.S. Marshall and bounty hunter. He has the best record of always getting his man, one-way or the other, and is joined by the Texas Ranger Labouef who has been pursuing Chaney. The trio embarks upon a lost cause journey where each character faces chal lenges test ing whether they have “True Grit.”

Lauren CooperSTaFF WRITER

The movie, Country Strong, is about a rising country singer and songwriter named Beau Hutton (Garrett Hedlund) who got involved with an emotionally unstable country star Kelly Canter (Gwyneth Paltrow), when he went on tour with her. She had just gotten out of rehab for drinking, and was trying to fix her marriage with her husband, James Canter (Tim McGraw). At the same time, Hutton couldn’t help but fall in love with the girl who was also on tour with Kelly Canter, Chiles Stanton (Leighton Meester). The hidden message behind all the drama and chaos in the story is that it doesn’t matter if you fall down, as long as you can get back up again.

“True Grit” “Country Strong”

Bystanders watch in awe as flash mobbers dress in brightly colored close dance to Michael Jackson Music. goes into working out kinks

as well as keeping it all a secret. Local group Boise Flash Mob has organized s e v e r a l e v e n t s o v e r the past three years and offers a fun and easy way to experience Flash Mob culture in Boise as well as an inexpensive Saturday. “It was really fun being a part of a giant pillow fight, people didn’t even know what to think,” said senior Taylor Kaserman who participated in International Pillow Fight Day on April 3.

Get in the action by participating in a flash mob

S t e p 1 : G e t y o u r e r a s e r s and flash drive.

You can get a couple of erasers in an office supply s to re o r an a r t store for about a dollar at Staples.

The flash drive can be purchased from Dr. Brumley in room 224 for $12.

S t e p 2 : C u t t h e e r a s e r s .

One eraser is used for the flash drive and the other will serve as the cap. You’ll want to use almost all of one eraser for the drive and about half for the cap.

Step 3: Free up the f lash drive.

The plastic casing is usually easy to pull apart. Just work a fingernail between the pieces and pull.

Step 4: Hollow out the pieces.I used a rotary tool to dig out a

gap in each piece. Keep testing the fit with the flash drive until it’s nice and snug same thing goes for the cap.

Step 5: Put it all together and start putting some files on it

Take a moment to admire the results and then put that flash drive to work!

Friday, February 11, 2011 Sports

Editor: Jonathan Reff

Athlete of the Month

Grade:12

Sport:Wrestling

Years Playing:11

Hours dedicated to the sport each week:20

Enjoys the sport be-cause:It’s an individual challenge and you don’t have your team there to back you up if you fall

Favorite opponent:Andrew Henderson Benefits from playing the sport: Strengthens you physically, men-tally and emotionally

College plan: Some-where in Idaho

Difficulty level: 9

Activities outside of school that involve the sport: Freestyle/Greco wrestling club, swim teamOne word to describe the sport: Insane!

Kyle Anderson

Rugby teams prepare for first game in

Portland

Dylan MattoxStaff writer

Boy’s Varsity basketball finishing strong

everything you do, will always make you better.” Senior Greg Jensen said, ” Practicing, pushing your self and work hard for teammates. A w i s e l u m b e r j a c k always has a sharp saw.” .Senior Morgan McCain said, “Encouragement by coach, building up on good plays and a positive attitude.” Senior Jordan Feeney said,“ Hustling and trying your hardest, get on the line, by Coach Rush.”

“The way they dress, being on time, the activities they participate have to be very precise with high standards,” Rush said. Without these tasks it makes it impossible to r each the i r goa l s . “They need to have an attitude that trusts both their teammates and coaches that they have their best interests in heart and will help them become the best person and player they can be.” Rush said. Basketball is a sport that requires a player to

be confident in their skills and confident that the skills they have preformed in practice can be translated to the basketball court. “As a team our goal is to improve everyday and close the gap between our performance and potential.” As the team prepares for state in March, they work on ways to become a s u c c e s s f u l a t h l e t e . Senior Timofey Rezanovich said, “Hard work, have mind set, your teammates and a positive attitude. Coach always said, ’compete in

Varsity head coach Paul Rush said, “The most important part of boys Varsity basketball is our practices. Players have to sacrifice by having a team-first attitude that is focused more on what is going to benefit the team then what is going to benefit themselves.” The players are expected to have an attitude that is disciplined, sacrificing, trusting, confident and always trying to improve. The players have to be discipl ined with their behavior on and off the court.

Adelisa MehmedovicStaff writer

Don’t see your team’s results?

Have your coach send in the stats/scores/pictures

to [email protected]

Sophomore point Jon Holland looks to throw the basketball on Caldwell territory in the sophomore home game on Feb. 4 against Caldwell which eventually resulted in a win for Capital.

Rugby is starting the second year with a girls’ team. The first game will take place in Portland on Feb. 11, and the boys’ team will start in March. The boys’ team is also traveling to Sacramento, o n M a y 6 t h , f o r a na t iona l compet i t ion . Starting in January, the Rugby s tar ted c l in ics to help prepare athletes for the upcoming season a n d i n t r o d u c e t h e spor t to new players . “Clinics open to all students curious about Rugby are still

ongoing, but are becoming more of a practice for the team. We have enough people for the teams, but you can still sign-up until Mar. 1,” head coach Matt Jacobsen said, who has also coached at Sonoma High School in California and Jesuit High School in Oregon. The clinics are held from 4:30 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Pierce Park. Jacobsen said Capital’s team is different from other schools because, “We work very hard, and we have great kids who are just dedicated to the sport.” There is still time to join rugby, go to the clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays to learn more about the sport. Or talk to Matt Jacobsen in room 222 to get more information.

The boy’s Varsity’s regular season record is 4-15.

Team improves with focus,motivation and discipline

Photo By Kelsie ByrnePhoto By ZAchAry PAttee

Senior Timofey Rezanovich goes for 2 points in the Varsity game against the Caldwell Cougars on Feb. 4.

Capital’s Bowling Club began their season on December 2. Since then, the students have continued bowling every Thursday after school. Each Thursday they pay $6 for three games, shoe rental, and pizza. In the beginning of the season, the bowlers each pick a partner who they will stay with for the remainder of the season. Every week the pair will bowl three games against an opposing team; wins and losses are recorded after every game. Senior Victor Gonzaga, who has been bowling for two months and has a high score of 250, said his favorite part about the club is “meeting everybody.” With over 35 members in the club, there are a variety of skill levels participating. Some students have had experience with bowling in the past, while some are still learning the proper techniques. Senior Samantha Pittz, who has been bowling for two years and has a high

score of 145 said, “It’s a lot of fun, you get to practice your bowling and hang out with friends.” Bowling Club Advisor Nick Ciaccio said that “It’s a great time and if you enjoy bowling then the bowling club is for you.” At the last meeting, held on Feb. 10, faculty and staff join for free bowling against the students. After the games there is an award ceremony where the top two bowlers in their category receive a bowling pin. Pittz said her favorite moment is “the end of the year when I get my pin.” Junior Trevor Hopkins, who has been bowling for eight years and has a high score of 215, said, “If you’re looking for fun, join Bowling Club.” Bowling Club will start up again next year and “there’s a spot for any Capital student,” according to Ciaccio.

Open clinics introduce sport to players

Bowling Club finishes last meet against faculty competition

Photo By tAylor BlAKe

Senior Samantha Pitts prepares her bowling stance at Westy’s. Pitts has a high score of 145 in her two years of bowling.

Friday, February 11, 2011 Sports

Editor: Jonathan Reff

Athlete of the Month

Grade:12 Sport:Basketball Loves the sport because: Intense sport which makes you stronger and wiser as an athlete

Favorite opponent:Father and older sister

Benefits from playing the sport:Learn to be strong and very smart

College plan: Full ride scholarship to BSU

Difficulty level: 10+

Activities outside of school that involve the sport: Pre-season workouts

One word to describe the sport: Tough

Smaller team holds surprises, anticipates district

Senior Klayton Johnston “breaks down” his Eagle opponent on his back on Dec. 9 during a home meet against Centennial and Eagle. “I have my days. Somedays I love it. Some days I hate it,” said Johnston. “It’s a really good workout and one of the best ways to stay in shape.”

Lady Eagles shoot hoops for a cure

Sophomore guard Darian Blair holds off a vicious Vallivue Falcon defense in the 2nd quarter of the January 27 game that ultimately lead to a loss making their final record 4-16 in the regular season. .

Sophomore center Rebekah Ritthaler goes in for a lay-up against Vallivue.

Jonathan ReffSports Editor

The Varsity Lady Eagles ended their regular basketball season with a 44-38 win against Vallivue

and with a record of 16-4. They earned a third place standing in the Varsity Extra poll of the Idaho Statesman. As of Jan. 27 the sophomore Lady Eagles ended a tough regular season with a record of 4-16 and the JV team 10-10. Even while the Lady Eagles were getting big wins they chose to help the Susan. G. Kommen Foundation for Breast Cancer Awareness with their “Hoop for the Cure” game. All the funds, donations, and proceeds from this game against Meridian High, including ticket sales and refreshments, went to the foundation to help find a cure for breast cancer, a

disease that affects about 210,000 women each year in the U.S. The Varsity athletes wore brand-new pink-lined jerseys while all the teams practiced in their “Hoop for the Cure” T-shirts. The Meridian High Varsity, JV, sophomore teams also participated in the event by wearing pink. “It’s a cause that needs support,” said head Varsity coach Blas Telleria Jr. “It’s nice to do our part.” “This is my third year of doing this and I love it,” said JV coach Harry Angelos. The “Hoop for the Cure” game ended with a sophomore loss but a JV/

varsity win. The JV’s score of 44-40 was probably the most exciting game out of the three as the opposing team kept scoring but not enough to beat the Lady Eagles. Junior Tori Hunemiller led the team with most points at 13. Sophomore Josie Blair led the team with Most Assists and Steals with 4 and 5 respectively. Sophomore Sarah Haener and Freshman Kayla Hall led the team with Most Rebounds at 4 each. Varsity high scorers were senior Amber VanDiver and junior Morgan Buhr with the most points at 13 each. Most Assists went to freshman Delaney Sauer,

senior Kelsey Alder and junior Kalli Williams at 3 each. Most Steals went to Amber VanDiver and Delaney Sauer at 2 each while VanDiver also had the most rebounds at 10. All this resulted in a 46-36 win. During the 1st quarter of the Varsity game Capital was behind on the scoreboard at 10-16 but pulled themselves out of the hole to get a tie of 24-24 at halftime. VanDiver, who has signed with Boise State, also had a Jan. 13 article in the Idaho Statesman focusing on her accomplishments as a basketball player.

Off to the next big chapter in life

From left to right: Seniors Rachel Saleen, Amy Carver, Kaitlin Howell, Alex Suggs, Megan Ray, Cody Larson,Stephen Shaw, Patrick Carter, Amber VanDiver, and Corey Bell sign their letters of intent for the college they will be attending in the gym foyer on Feb. 2.

Jonathan ReffSports Editor

Ten athletes accepted college sports scholarships at a signing ceremony in the gym foyer on Feb. 2. The students/athletes excelled in both their academic and sports lives. “These kids separate themselves from the student

body in many ways,” said principal Jon Ruzicka. S i g n i n g f o o t b a l l scholarships were: seniors Corey Bell with Boise State University, Patrick Carter with Idaho State University, and Stephen Shaw with M o n t a n a U n i v e r s i t y. Senior Amber VanDiver will be going to Boise State University for basketball. Cross country/ track senior athlete Cody Larson will be going to Lewis and Clark State University. Senior soccer athletes Megan Ray will attend N o r t h w e s t N a z a r e n e , Alex Suggs at College of Idaho, Rachel Saleen at Northwest University. Softball seniors Kaitlin Howell and Amy Carver will attend the College of Idaho. Coaches for the

individual sports, families of the a th le tes , CHS athletic director, Steve Sosnowski, and Channel 7 crew attended the event. “It’s a big deal,” said Ruzicka. At the beginning of the ceremony Ruzicka asked if the students would say their name, college or university they will be attending, what scholarship they have received, and whomever they are thankful for. The individual athletes were thankful for their f ami ly, coaches , and God for putt ing them where they a re now. Larson said he feels, “ Pretty good. I t was kind of cool getting a little bit of press here.” “What a great day for the kids,” added Ruzicka, “ I’m pleased to be a part of this.”

Amber VanDiver

Girls’ basketball teams raise awareness for cancer-ridden patients

Seniors commit to sports scholarships at eight different schools

Photo by SiERRa tiPton

Photo by amanda donaLdSon

Photo by miRanda odE

Photo by amanda donaLdSon

District is rapidly coming around the corner making it definitely crunch time for the wrestling team. As of Feb. 2 the record is 12 -16 and things are beginning to heat up for the Eagles. This season a multitude of changes have occurred. The total number of players on the team is almost half of what it was last year. However, head coach Jody Webb said, “There are some kids that will surprise some people,” which in turn, will

hopefully help them out during Districts and in future meets. Webb’s thinks the team will “do very well,” in districts. They are getting, “better, and better,” as they proceed through the rest of the year. Even with all the challenges they are faced with this year, Webb still loves coaching. Webb said that coaching for him, “Gives me the opportunity to influence young men and direct them in the right way.” Senior varsity player Beck Lowe said that the

season, “started off pretty rough,” but is remaining to “get better” as the season progresses. Lowe’s inspiration for joining the wrestling team came from his grandfather. “He was the only one to wrestle in my family and he was amazing.” He said he enjoys wrestling because, “It gives me the chance to go on fun trips like to Couer d’Alene, Idaho.” He also enjoys that it is a very “challenging” sport.

Photo by miRanda odE

Senior Andrew Henderson keeps his opponent from getting reversal points during Buck’s Bags Duals on Dec. 10

brenna PatrickAssistant Editor

If you would like to submit a letter to Flight, the following requirements

must be met:All Letters to the Editor must be turned into room 230 within one week follow-ing the release of the previous issue. No more than 300 words in length, please. If you have any questions or submissions, e-mail Liberty Fleming at [email protected]. Anonymous publication will be at the discretion of the editors, advi-sor, administration, with parental ap-

proval.

Opinion Friday, February 11th, 2011

Editor: Mark Mouser

One Simple Question:Do you support Supt. Luna’s plan for online school? Why/Why not?

“It is completely ridiculous, and it’s unfair for the teachers (it will lay off). It’s good for the economy, but it threatens educational val-ue because you get more out of a class when it’s face to face. What I see is that the negatives far outweigh the benefits, so I do not support it.”

“I took an (on-line) class, Eng-lish, and I think it’s really easy and they make it way too easy to cheat. You can just Google the answers. Also, it’s not interac-tive at all, so it’s anti-social and it’s easy to get distracted.”

“It’s too expen-sive. Anything g o v e r n m e n t mandated is ri-diculous. In this case, it would be online class-es. IDLA’s great for being able to take more class-es, but it needs to be the student’s choice, not the government’s.”

“I think online classes should be accesible to students but not required. Not ev-eryone learns best from on-line classes. At BSU, some of my classes were on-line only. I learn with face-to-face interaction, and this didn’t feel real. I ended up dropping that masters program because of it.”

Drew Malinowski Sophomore

Gabe OsterhoutJunior

Zach Garner Senior

Danielle Bainbridge Faculty

Yes No X Yes No X Yes No X Yes No X

With Valentine’s Day r a p i d l y a p p r o a c h i n g , students get extra “Lovey” towards one ano ther, and then out comes the controversy on PDA (Public Display of Affection). Some say i t is very inappropriate for the school setting. Others may call it a distraction from learning, but it personally doesn’t bother me. I think as high school students we are old enough and should be mature enough to handle seeing a couple kiss before going their separate ways. It’s something everyone will go through sometime in life and it’s really no big deal.

Students who are usually disturbed by this probably just want something to complain about for the day, or they are surly because they don’t have someone to kiss or hug goodbye. I understand how it could be bothersome to teachers who don’t want to turn the corner and bump into a couple of students making out on the stairs. There are also the students who feel it is their job to stop and watch others as they kiss. It’s not like they are trying to be private about it, but it’s creepy to find two people kissing and then there is a third person just watching. That’s taking being a third wheel to an extreme, and it’s even creepier if the two who are kissing don’t know you or don’t even realize you’re watching. There is, however, a time and place for everything. When a student is trying to get into their locker and two people are making it almost impossible because they are in their own world, or if someone can’t get through the door, something must be said to stop those people. When it comes to school, I suggest that students t r y a n d k e e p i t P G .

Kelsie Byrne

P u b l i c D i s p l a y o f Affection: Is it a big deal?

What you should do fo r your Valen t ine

Girls, your boyfriend isn’t expecting too much. Just do something cute. Maybe do a collage of pictures of both of you and frame it, make him a mix CD of all the songs that remind you of him, or bake him some cookies or a cupcake. Everyone knows that the best way to a man’s heart is through his belly, and the best gifts for a lady come from both the heart and the wallet. Although finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift is a main part of the holiday, there are also little things you can do for your boyfriend/girlfriend all throughout the day. Stop and get him/her some breakfast or a coffee on your way to school, tell him/her how much you love and appreciate them, tell them fourteen things all throughout the day that you like about him/her, or write them a simple, cute letter during your free time in class. Little things like that will brighten a person’s day. Valentine’s Day can be a pretty tough holiday, so just relax and feel the love.

Lauren Cooper

Ever wonder what the perfect gift would be for your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day? There is no greater gift than just spending time with each other and being in love. Ye a h … R i g h t . Guys, your girlfriend is expecting something good, something shiny, a n d s o m e t h i n g t h a t smells like a dozen roses. N o w i s y o u r c h a n c e to take her breath away.

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I t i s no t the bes t investment for the future

of Idaho’s studentsSuperintendant Tom Luna’s Online Education Plan

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“Excessive physical contact and public displays of affection are not acceptable on school ground, school buses, or at school activities.”

Taken from Capi ta l High School’s Student Handbook, Section 1 of Capital High School’s Procedures under Public Displays Of Affection:

Mark Mouseropinion editor

Idaho State Superintendent Tom Luna has proposed a plan. This plan, designed for cutting costs to meet the state’s tiny budget, is unexpectedly radical a n d c o n s e q u e n t i a l . Ironically, one of the main parts of the plan to save money involves giving laptops to high school freshmen starting next year. This hardly seems frugal. The reasoning behind this

is that all students who receive these laptops will be required to take at least two online classes a year, result ing in a savings because approximately 770 teaching positions will be eliminated. However, this would increase class sizes for regular classes. It is true that we are in a desperate time where decisions must be focused o n d e b t a n d b u d g e t . However, there are some things so essential that you just can’t simply slash away at them like they’re insignif icant luxuries. This bill will take away from students’ education, therefore taking away from the future of Idaho. As a student who has t aken on l ine cou r se s b e f o r e , I f o u n d t h e experience to not be nearly as educationally effective as a classroom setting. According to Luna, studies show that online students test higher than classroom students. I would like to point out that tests are a lot easier when you type the answers up on Google, or

have your mom tell them to you. There are more ways to cheat than that: there’s no teacher there to make sure you aren’t texting or calling someone for answers, so it’s pretty easy to get help that you aren’t exactly supposed to get. A friend of mine once offered to pay me thirty bucks if I would do his online history assignment for him. It would be simple: he gives me his username and password and I would punch in the answers. I declined for two reasons: I was too busy doing my own work, and I’m not a big fan of cheating. I can also tell you something that was not a reason: fear of getting caught. That’s not something one needs to worry about on online school. Nobody’s watching you. Why not? True, perhaps the whole get t ing-answers-f rom-Google problem could be solved by setting up a program that doesn’t let you leave until the assignment is done or something like that (which would be an extremely difficult program

to both set up and work with), but that wouldn’t change the fact that kids could text or call their friends, or as shown with the true example above, have someone else do it. I understand that desperate times call for desperate measures, but that is no reason to not invest in our future. The budget needs to be cut, but not at the expense of the intelligence of our people. Hopefully, Superintendent Luna will remember the name of his own plan: “Students Come First”. Education is the foundation of our society, and Luna intends to break those foundations. Now we’re faced with the all-important question: What is more important? The present or the future?

A public display of affection (sometimes also referred to as a “PDA”) is the physical demonstration of affection for another person while in the view of others. Holding hands, hugging or kissing in public are commonly considered to be unobjectionable forms of public displays of affection; however, what is considered objectionable

depends on the place.

CArTOON BY AMANDA DONALDSON

111-February 2011

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