Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
C.E. #3.1
1. How many people were injured in the attack yesterday at Ohio State University? Page A1 "Terror suspected in college attack"
11 people were injured during the attack at Ohio State University.
2. What is the 'word of the year' and what does it mean? Page A2
The word of the year is xenophobia and it means a fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers.
3. What effect, according to Jonathan Saenz in the story, is the Dripping Spring school board failure to take action on transgendered issues at Walnut Spring Elementary School? Page B1 "School gender policy..."
The school board failed to inform families of the new transgendered restrooms in place. A group of highly conservative members of the school and parents believe it will cause problems with safety of students.
4. Who would Elise Foradory like to have dinner with? Page C3 "Faces on the Field"
Elise Foradory would like to have dinner with her mom, dad, and brother (immediate family).
5. What is the Marco Polo App? Page D6
The Marco Polo app is a walkie talkie like app that keeps the messages between persons until they are deleted.
Long Response:
Newly elected president, Donald Trump wants to terminate the newly obtained relations with Cuba. Obama originally initiated this relation and it has lead to some great things. For example Monday, the first commercial flight to Cuba landed in Havana for the first time in 50 years. Donald Trump now wants to obliterate these relations because he tweeted that Cuba needs to make a better deal for Americans in order for these relations to continue. Trump aides say that nothing is set in stone in relation to Cuba. I think cutting of relations with Cuba is the one of the worst and most stupid things Trump can do. It is basically undoing work that Obama accomplished plus it will just continue the tension between our two nations and completely diminish the progress we have already made. I think that backing off would not do good to Cuban Americans because that is the area they originated from and I would believe there is family and other value in Cuba there for them. Therefore diminishing relations in Cuba would prevent these people from reaching there with ease. I think Cuba would be a cool place to visit because Islands are always pretty and I do not know much about the nation other then the tension between the U.S. and Cuba. Our relation with Cuba has helped the commercial airline industry and a flow of information between the two countries.
11 people were injured during the attack at Ohio State University.
2. What is the 'word of the year' and what does it mean? Page A2
The word of the year is xenophobia and it means a fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers.
3. What effect, according to Jonathan Saenz in the story, is the Dripping Spring school board failure to take action on transgendered issues at Walnut Spring Elementary School? Page B1 "School gender policy..."
The school board failed to inform families of the new transgendered restrooms in place. A group of highly conservative members of the school and parents believe it will cause problems with safety of students.
4. Who would Elise Foradory like to have dinner with? Page C3 "Faces on the Field"
Elise Foradory would like to have dinner with her mom, dad, and brother (immediate family).
5. What is the Marco Polo App? Page D6
The Marco Polo app is a walkie talkie like app that keeps the messages between persons until they are deleted.
Long Response:
Newly elected president, Donald Trump wants to terminate the newly obtained relations with Cuba. Obama originally initiated this relation and it has lead to some great things. For example Monday, the first commercial flight to Cuba landed in Havana for the first time in 50 years. Donald Trump now wants to obliterate these relations because he tweeted that Cuba needs to make a better deal for Americans in order for these relations to continue. Trump aides say that nothing is set in stone in relation to Cuba. I think cutting of relations with Cuba is the one of the worst and most stupid things Trump can do. It is basically undoing work that Obama accomplished plus it will just continue the tension between our two nations and completely diminish the progress we have already made. I think that backing off would not do good to Cuban Americans because that is the area they originated from and I would believe there is family and other value in Cuba there for them. Therefore diminishing relations in Cuba would prevent these people from reaching there with ease. I think Cuba would be a cool place to visit because Islands are always pretty and I do not know much about the nation other then the tension between the U.S. and Cuba. Our relation with Cuba has helped the commercial airline industry and a flow of information between the two countries.
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Fun in the Sun!!!
I bend down to search the bright pink peonies embedded into the cool fertile earth with roots strong and full. As I pick the best, I feel the sun hit my forehead making sweat glisten and drip down my rough face. I hear my mom call me from the porch but I ignore the faint sound of her quiet voice. As I use my shovel to dig up the dull, moist soil I hear a loud crisp clank hit my tool, the sound of hard metal. I jump up becoming jittery and nervous to this unfamiliar, piercing sound. I the curiously dig through the dirt with my already filthied hands. I sort through the dirt to feel an object, one that is a rock of some sort. It is smooth, edges round, and luminous in the light. I dust off the thin layer of deep brown grime that engulfed the rock into its unattractive tresses. Once uncovered the color is revealed, radiant, and gold with yellowed undertones that seep through the surface of the rock. I doubt the authenticity of the unknown substance. It can't be gold, I think to myself, can it? I slowly bring the rock towards my mouth to bite into it. As I do my boney white teeth hit the rock and I hear a pop, my braces have broke. Well it must be real gold I say to myself. I yell to my mom who is still waiting for me to come inside. She runs out as if something is wrong but then quickly notices the gold nugget that was cradled in my hands. She stops in astonishment, moving her mouth she says a couple of words under her breath in shock. She quickly walks over to me now and asks a million questions. I tell her what happened and that it broke one of my brackets as I bit into it. Her turns from curious into a big smile and says, "Well we are gonna have to get that fixed." My mom then reaches over to grab the nugget in which it is still not fully clean. She examines it for a few moments and then finally bites into it. I hear a crack then as her mouth releases from the nugget I see a white something that looks like porcelain in her mouth and an empty hole where it belongs. I stutter to tell her but I tell her that she chipped her tooth. "At least we know its real," exclaims my mom with excitement from the discovery of the nugget. "I guess we will have to get that fixed too," I say.
Lonestar Dispatch Issue #2
NEWS: Student death impacts campus
Summary:
Junior Brady Henricks passed away on October 1, 2016. His death has impacted the campus drastically devastating many.
Quoted:
Principal Susan Leos
Micheal Jefferson
Ruth Ann Widner
In my opinion the quote "My first reaction was shock, my stomach dropped because I never would have expected something like this to happen to one of my best friends..." was the strongest. I think its the strongest because it shows a lot of emotion.
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a quote.
COMMENTARY: Climate change impacts the world
Summary: Climate change is real life issue as provided by much evidence. It is an issue that society must accept and address.
Quoted:
No one
There are no quotes in this story.
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a statement.
STUDENT LIFE: A home with a motor
Summary: Ethan Moore drives a Volvo 240 vintage car. Ethan, his family, and his friends enjoy the car because it reflects his personality.
Quoted:
Ethan Moore
Chris Moore
Alissa Lopez
I think the strongest quote was "Usually people with 240's know what they have.
Lead: No
Conclusion was a quote.
ENTERTAINMENT: Aspiring Silver Stars audition
Summary:
Soon to be Silver Stars tryout this week to audition to get on the team. Many rigorous tests are conducted on the aspiring Silver Stars. Pre Drill is a class take before silver stars which helps prepare for tryouts.
Quoted:
Courtney Allison
Katrina Kilsby
Emily Davis
I think the strongest quote was "The hardest part about tryouts is pushing through the whole week because it definitely a long and tiring process of learning the dance and going over it again and again."
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a a quote.
ATHLETICS: Ultimate frisbee welcomes new teammates this season
Summary:
The ultimate frisbee club invites new players to join the game. Members of the club express their love for the game and encourage others to join.
Quoted:
Jacob Ploeger
Erik Atwell
I think the strongest quote was "We are getting a lot more under class men which is good because we want the team to continue years after we graduate."
Lead:No
Conclusion was a quote.
REVIEWS: Lady Gaga stuns fans with her new album
Summary: Lady Gaga's new album Joanne just launched and is a very unique one. Her new album is filled with a variety of musical genres.
Quoted:
None
No quotes
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a statement.
INDEPTH PAGE STORIES: Students find talent through clubs
Summary:
There are many clubs that are at Bowie and allow students to find there talents. Any student can create a club out of their passion as long as a teacher facilitates it.
Quoted:
Caleb Newton
Max Wood
Christina Jia
Bridget Alvarez
Lauren Aman
Emily Robinett
Hosei Nakajima
I think the strongest quote is
Lead: Yes
Conclusion: Quote
Summary:
Junior Brady Henricks passed away on October 1, 2016. His death has impacted the campus drastically devastating many.
Quoted:
Principal Susan Leos
Micheal Jefferson
Ruth Ann Widner
In my opinion the quote "My first reaction was shock, my stomach dropped because I never would have expected something like this to happen to one of my best friends..." was the strongest. I think its the strongest because it shows a lot of emotion.
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a quote.
COMMENTARY: Climate change impacts the world
Summary: Climate change is real life issue as provided by much evidence. It is an issue that society must accept and address.
Quoted:
No one
There are no quotes in this story.
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a statement.
STUDENT LIFE: A home with a motor
Summary: Ethan Moore drives a Volvo 240 vintage car. Ethan, his family, and his friends enjoy the car because it reflects his personality.
Quoted:
Ethan Moore
Chris Moore
Alissa Lopez
I think the strongest quote was "Usually people with 240's know what they have.
Lead: No
Conclusion was a quote.
ENTERTAINMENT: Aspiring Silver Stars audition
Summary:
Soon to be Silver Stars tryout this week to audition to get on the team. Many rigorous tests are conducted on the aspiring Silver Stars. Pre Drill is a class take before silver stars which helps prepare for tryouts.
Quoted:
Courtney Allison
Katrina Kilsby
Emily Davis
I think the strongest quote was "The hardest part about tryouts is pushing through the whole week because it definitely a long and tiring process of learning the dance and going over it again and again."
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a a quote.
ATHLETICS: Ultimate frisbee welcomes new teammates this season
Summary:
The ultimate frisbee club invites new players to join the game. Members of the club express their love for the game and encourage others to join.
Quoted:
Jacob Ploeger
Erik Atwell
I think the strongest quote was "We are getting a lot more under class men which is good because we want the team to continue years after we graduate."
Lead:No
Conclusion was a quote.
REVIEWS: Lady Gaga stuns fans with her new album
Summary: Lady Gaga's new album Joanne just launched and is a very unique one. Her new album is filled with a variety of musical genres.
Quoted:
None
No quotes
Lead: Yes
Conclusion was a statement.
INDEPTH PAGE STORIES: Students find talent through clubs
Summary:
There are many clubs that are at Bowie and allow students to find there talents. Any student can create a club out of their passion as long as a teacher facilitates it.
Quoted:
Caleb Newton
Max Wood
Christina Jia
Bridget Alvarez
Lauren Aman
Emily Robinett
Hosei Nakajima
I think the strongest quote is
Lead: Yes
Conclusion: Quote
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Feature Story Brainstorm
1. Who is your main subject?
My main subject is my Grandpa or my dad.
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to, minimum 2 other people)?
My supporting interviews will be of my dad and my grandma.
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
The potential topic is immigration or an interesting story about his life in another country.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
First Hand Experience
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject. Type these in your blog.
1. Who was with you when you moved?
2. How did you feel leaving the house?
3. What were your thoughts when entering a new country?
4. How did you feel when you saw the new country for the first time?
5. Did you have a plan for your future?
6. How did moving to a different country affect the course of your life and your character?
7. Where did you move from?
8. Where did you move to?
9. What was the process you had to undergo to get into the country?
10. What things changed for you when you entered the country?
11. What pull factors did the country have?
12. How did moving change your life for better?
13. How did it change for worse?
14. Why did you move?
15. What happened after you moved and settled down for a while?
16. Did you meet any new people?
17. Compare the customs of each country.
18. What type of transportation did you use?
19. Describe where you lived.
20. What were the current events of both countries at the time.
6. Once you complete that portion, you need to come up with 5-10 questions you need to ask your supporting interviews. Type these into your blog. You may need different questions for each supporting subject.
1. How did this affect your life?
2. How did you meet Grandpa?
3. Could you tell he was from somewhere else?
4. What did you think the first time you met him?
5. Did you ever meet in the past without knowing each other?
1. How did Grandpa's immigration affect your life?
2. Do you think your life would be different if he didn't move?
7. You will need to do a little research on the topic you expect to interview your main subject about. Take a little time and do some google searching - find at least 5 new things about the intended topic you should know before you interview your main subject. List those on your blog.
Capital of Bolivia is La Paz
Bolivia is has a republic government
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
I plan to conduct all this really anytime over the break because my grandparents live in Austin.
9. Where you will interview them (some interviews are better to do in the persons environment, while others should be done in public places, ALL interviews should be done in person)?
I would interview them at my house or their house or over dinner.
10. How will you record the information? (taking notes is ideal, and if you want to record the conversation you MUST get permission. You can do both if they will allow you to record, this is a really strong technique that you could use.)
I will record the information on my phone in the memos app. I will also take notes of important things to remember.
My main subject is my Grandpa or my dad.
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to, minimum 2 other people)?
My supporting interviews will be of my dad and my grandma.
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
The potential topic is immigration or an interesting story about his life in another country.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
First Hand Experience
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject. Type these in your blog.
1. Who was with you when you moved?
2. How did you feel leaving the house?
3. What were your thoughts when entering a new country?
4. How did you feel when you saw the new country for the first time?
5. Did you have a plan for your future?
6. How did moving to a different country affect the course of your life and your character?
7. Where did you move from?
8. Where did you move to?
9. What was the process you had to undergo to get into the country?
10. What things changed for you when you entered the country?
11. What pull factors did the country have?
12. How did moving change your life for better?
13. How did it change for worse?
14. Why did you move?
15. What happened after you moved and settled down for a while?
16. Did you meet any new people?
17. Compare the customs of each country.
18. What type of transportation did you use?
19. Describe where you lived.
20. What were the current events of both countries at the time.
6. Once you complete that portion, you need to come up with 5-10 questions you need to ask your supporting interviews. Type these into your blog. You may need different questions for each supporting subject.
1. How did this affect your life?
2. How did you meet Grandpa?
3. Could you tell he was from somewhere else?
4. What did you think the first time you met him?
5. Did you ever meet in the past without knowing each other?
1. How did Grandpa's immigration affect your life?
2. Do you think your life would be different if he didn't move?
7. You will need to do a little research on the topic you expect to interview your main subject about. Take a little time and do some google searching - find at least 5 new things about the intended topic you should know before you interview your main subject. List those on your blog.
Capital of Bolivia is La Paz
Bolivia is has a republic government
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
I plan to conduct all this really anytime over the break because my grandparents live in Austin.
9. Where you will interview them (some interviews are better to do in the persons environment, while others should be done in public places, ALL interviews should be done in person)?
I would interview them at my house or their house or over dinner.
10. How will you record the information? (taking notes is ideal, and if you want to record the conversation you MUST get permission. You can do both if they will allow you to record, this is a really strong technique that you could use.)
I will record the information on my phone in the memos app. I will also take notes of important things to remember.
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
C.E. #2.4
1. What is causing earthquakes in Oklahoma, according to the story on page A3 "Oklahoma earthquake damages 40-50 buildings"
The earthquakes in Oklahoma are cause by oil and gas production.
2. Why are open-record laws so important? Page B1 "Greyhound data now...."
Open-record laws are important because the public needs these records of essential information.
3. What was so interesting about a judge and her friend rescuing two boys from a fire? Page B1 "Bastrop judge...."
The interesting part of the fire was that two adults one who was believed to be the boys mother were walking away from the car and did not attempt to save the boys.
4. What is Lance Armstrong's objective with his new podcast "The Forward." Page C1 "With podcast Armstrong..." DO NOT WRITE "to recycle his image" be more specific.
Lance Armstrong's objective with his new podcast is to have a new beginning.after All the scandals have this as his new platform when all the other platforms were lost within those scandals.
5. What movie do you want to see? Page D2 "Doctor Strange conquers...."
I would like to see Trolls.
Long Response:
I believe and hope to god Hilary Clinton will win today's election. The decision of voters will drastically impact america in both good and bad ways. Our vote today determines the future and the image of our country. The impact it has on me is whether I get the opportunity if I would like to be a female president. It would also affect my safety if Trump becomes president I would feel unsafe. I think if the race is close that the courts could get involved and evaluate each candidate for qualification and which candidate is better suited for the job. The impact I have on the decision making process is small but my parents and hopefully grandparents are voting for my future and better opportunity for other children like me. I think it should be based on both the electoral college should reference the popular vote as a guide for the vote they will choose. I think this is the most fair for america in making sure the people's voice is heard as well as not allowing the incompetent to reach a verdict in our new candidate. I do see a future with more parties but that future is a while away just like Texas turning into a blue state will take some time. I am concerned because the fact that Donald Trump is even a choice and not a joke is insane. Donald Trump as a candidate shows us how much hate americans feel which is not the country I know. The even chance of him becoming president scares me. I will definitely stay up to watch the election process because the future of our country is currently on the table.
The earthquakes in Oklahoma are cause by oil and gas production.
2. Why are open-record laws so important? Page B1 "Greyhound data now...."
Open-record laws are important because the public needs these records of essential information.
3. What was so interesting about a judge and her friend rescuing two boys from a fire? Page B1 "Bastrop judge...."
The interesting part of the fire was that two adults one who was believed to be the boys mother were walking away from the car and did not attempt to save the boys.
4. What is Lance Armstrong's objective with his new podcast "The Forward." Page C1 "With podcast Armstrong..." DO NOT WRITE "to recycle his image" be more specific.
Lance Armstrong's objective with his new podcast is to have a new beginning.after All the scandals have this as his new platform when all the other platforms were lost within those scandals.
5. What movie do you want to see? Page D2 "Doctor Strange conquers...."
I would like to see Trolls.
Long Response:
I believe and hope to god Hilary Clinton will win today's election. The decision of voters will drastically impact america in both good and bad ways. Our vote today determines the future and the image of our country. The impact it has on me is whether I get the opportunity if I would like to be a female president. It would also affect my safety if Trump becomes president I would feel unsafe. I think if the race is close that the courts could get involved and evaluate each candidate for qualification and which candidate is better suited for the job. The impact I have on the decision making process is small but my parents and hopefully grandparents are voting for my future and better opportunity for other children like me. I think it should be based on both the electoral college should reference the popular vote as a guide for the vote they will choose. I think this is the most fair for america in making sure the people's voice is heard as well as not allowing the incompetent to reach a verdict in our new candidate. I do see a future with more parties but that future is a while away just like Texas turning into a blue state will take some time. I am concerned because the fact that Donald Trump is even a choice and not a joke is insane. Donald Trump as a candidate shows us how much hate americans feel which is not the country I know. The even chance of him becoming president scares me. I will definitely stay up to watch the election process because the future of our country is currently on the table.
Thursday, November 3, 2016
The Man Who Played the Violin
We do perceive beauty but in our own ways. Peoples opinions interfere with the way they see beauty. Beauty itself is an opinion that can only be perceived by individuals.
Some people stop and appreciate beauty and some don't. I believe it mainly depends on the the type of person and what they are like.
I think most people recognize talent in an unexpected context and in a way it makes the talent appear better. Most people appreciate this because it gives them a little entertainment added to their day. When a homeless person expresses their talent I believe it great but some people allow their moral get in the way of weather the content is good or not.
I think many people miss many cool and amazing opportunities but I think that everything happens for a reason and contributes to the events that occur in the future.
Some people stop and appreciate beauty and some don't. I believe it mainly depends on the the type of person and what they are like.
I think most people recognize talent in an unexpected context and in a way it makes the talent appear better. Most people appreciate this because it gives them a little entertainment added to their day. When a homeless person expresses their talent I believe it great but some people allow their moral get in the way of weather the content is good or not.
I think many people miss many cool and amazing opportunities but I think that everything happens for a reason and contributes to the events that occur in the future.
Feature Writing Preview
1. What is the difference between a hard news lead (lede) and the one you read above?
The difference between news lead and the one I just read was the lead is about multiple people and an event that happened while feature writing is about one person.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who- Homeless man named Ted Williams
b. What- Has gone from homeless to sensational in a matter of days
c. Where- Hudson Street ramp
d. When- Wednesday, January 5, 2011
e. Why- He is very talented with his voice
f. How- Someone took a video of him
3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes there are quotes.
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
The story is not fully arranged in "quote-trasition: style.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams
The difference between news lead and the one I just read was the lead is about multiple people and an event that happened while feature writing is about one person.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who- Homeless man named Ted Williams
b. What- Has gone from homeless to sensational in a matter of days
c. Where- Hudson Street ramp
d. When- Wednesday, January 5, 2011
e. Why- He is very talented with his voice
f. How- Someone took a video of him
3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes there are quotes.
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
The story is not fully arranged in "quote-trasition: style.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams
Kevin McLoughlin
Doral Chenoweth III
Ken Andrews
Tony Florentino
Shane Cormier
Frank Willson
Patrick Harris
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
The most powerful quote in the story is,"We could make him a millionaire," Cormier said. I found this the most powerful because of his discovered talent he could go from homeless to a millionaire in a matter of days which gives hope to others.
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
There are about 33 paragraphs
8. How many words is the story (hint: you can copy and paste into Word and get a word count)?
762 words
9. What is significant about the lead (lede) and the final paragraph of the story?
The lead allows you to see where he started and the final shows where he is at now due to his voice.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
I think he did this as a way to organize the paper and make it more interesting for the reader.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
Yes it was.
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Yes I did.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
I thought his voice was really cool and it showed me what all the hype was about.
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
It could have unless this was a local paper and everyone already knew his voice. It would have probably been insignificant to the people who haven't heard his voice.
15. Did the writer try to come up with a way for you to hear the voice, i.e. did he try to describe the voice or give you a way to "hear" the voice without really hearing it?
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
The most powerful quote in the story is,"We could make him a millionaire," Cormier said. I found this the most powerful because of his discovered talent he could go from homeless to a millionaire in a matter of days which gives hope to others.
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
There are about 33 paragraphs
8. How many words is the story (hint: you can copy and paste into Word and get a word count)?
762 words
9. What is significant about the lead (lede) and the final paragraph of the story?
The lead allows you to see where he started and the final shows where he is at now due to his voice.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
I think he did this as a way to organize the paper and make it more interesting for the reader.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
Yes it was.
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Yes I did.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
I thought his voice was really cool and it showed me what all the hype was about.
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
It could have unless this was a local paper and everyone already knew his voice. It would have probably been insignificant to the people who haven't heard his voice.
15. Did the writer try to come up with a way for you to hear the voice, i.e. did he try to describe the voice or give you a way to "hear" the voice without really hearing it?
Yes the writer did.
16. How did the writer do that?
16. How did the writer do that?
He describes it vaguely but also included quotes from people who wanted his voice which gives you an idea of what is sounds like
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)