Monday, April 10, 2017

Lonestar Dispatch #5

'New leader takes first steps'- Front page 

Summary: The AISD board has chosen Mark Robison as the new permanent principal at Bowie High school. Mr. Robison had a meeting with the staff of Bowie last Friday to discuss his plans and views for the school. 

Who: 
 Mark Robinson
What:
New principal 
Where:
 Bowie High School 
When:
Next school year 
Why:
Bowie has a temporary principal and needed a new permanent principal. 
How:
The AISD board of trustees chose Mark Robison 

Who was quoted in the story?
Mark Robinson 
Brad Lancaster
Amanda Toon 
Ruth Ann Widner
Susan Leos

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"I understand that high expectations are placed on a school with so many strengths and I'm confident that we will continue to cultivate a culture of excellence."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
Yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
A quote 

'Twins balance school, extracurriculars and themselves'

Summary: Twins, Brooke and Taylor Foulard are involved in many activities in and outside of school. Juggling sports and AP classes can be a struggle but they push each other to do their best. 
Who:
Brooke and Taylor Foilard. 
What:
Are successful in school and in sports
Where:
Everyday lives 
When:
Present
Why:
 Stress with school and extra activities 
How:
 involved in multiple things 

Who was quoted in the story?
Brooke Foulard
Taylor Foulard
Janine Foilard

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"Juggling everything can be stressful. but i always try to stay positive and never give up."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
Yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
Quote.

'Class of 2017 prom transforming into New York City' - News

 Summary: The 2016-2017 school year end is coming upon us which means it is time for senior prom. The theme of this years prom is New York City to end this year with a bang. 

Who:
 Class of 2017
What:
 Prom planning
Where:
 at Bowie 
When:
all year
Why:
Prom is coming up
How:
 with the help of their sponsor

Who was quoted in the story? 
Bridget Alvarez
Carlyn Crow
Deanna Dellana
Lauren Noe 

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"It's a great way to end senior year before we all part ways."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
Yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
A quote


Getting to the roots of the tree and all of its problems

Summary:
The grand Bowie tree in the center of the courtyard has been in need of care and treatment. Jacob Wallace started a Go fund me to raise money for the tree. It is so important that the tree receives care because it is special to the Bowie community and Austin.

Who;
Bowie Tree
What:
Has been lacking nutrients and needs care.
Where:
The Bowie courtyard
When:
Early February to now
Why:
It is important to the community to keep it alive

Quoted:
Jacob Wallace
Andy Angstrom
 James Ellerbrock
Tristian Rodriguez

 Strongest Quote
"This tree not only represents the beauty that defines Bowie, but it is also the binding that holds the place together."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
quote

"Sticking it to their competitors"
Summary: 
The Bowie High School girl's lacrosse team have earned many successes. The have won many games and have grown together closer as a family.  
Who:
Bowie Girls Lacrosse team 
What:
 Successful season
Where:
Bowie High School 
When:
Right now
Why:
 They are winning the games
How:
they have good team mates

Who was quoted in the story?
Juila Krebs 
Luana Lopez
Coach Jesse McCarthy 
Veronica Cruz
Brianna Martinez
Rosa Heim
 
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"They really have showed us the best and worked on our weaknesses and made us better individually."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
Quote

Juniors guide students to perform under the spotlight

Juniors have direct the play The Laramie Project for the underclassmen to perform, especially freshman. It gives the juniors a chance of auditioning to be senior directors and the underclassmen the opportunity for growth in acting.

Who:
Starlight Theatre Company
What:
a play with interviews
Where:
Bowie high school
When:
This spring
Why:
it gives opportunities for underclassmen and juniors
How:
the play helps students learn and grow

Quoted:
Blake Moyer
Emily Robinett
 Anika Scoma 

Strongest Quote:
 "That's truly what it is: the preservation and presentation of a culture. I look forward to seeing where my senior year takes me"

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
Quote

"Immigration laws getting out of hand" 

Summary: 
When Donald Trump took office  there has been more immigration law enforcement then ever before. Trump wants to make sure that no illegal immigrants enter the United states. This article talks mostly of laws that Trump would like to pass to control immigration. 

Who:
 The illegal and legal immigrants in the U.S.A
What:
 Immigration laws
Where:
 In the U.S.A
When:
  Recently passed
Why:
 To get illegal immigrants out of the US
How:
 By a law 

Who was quoted in the story?
No one 

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
no one is quoted in this article 

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? 
Statement 

"Day in a life: junior lieutenant" 

Summary:  
Soon to be Silver Star captain, Junior lieutenant Morgan Andrews explains her experiences as a Silver Star at this level. She also explains her preparation for being captain next year for the Silver stars. 

Who:
Former Junior lieutenant Morgan Andrews
What:
She is junior officer and next years Silver Star captain
Where:
Bowie High School 
When:
This and next year 
Why:
To help out and captain the Sliver Star team
How:
 By auditioning
 
Who was quoted in the story?
Morgan Andrews
 Courtney Allison  
Hannah Parson 

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"The best quality about Morgan is her ability to dream."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?
yes 

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?
Quote

Photography:

1. What is your favorite photo in the entire paper?
My favorite photo was "Catchin and Throwin"
1A. Why is this your favorite?
I liked the depth of field in this picture and how it really froze the moment it was taken.
1B. What rules of photo composition are evident?
Balance

2. What is your least favorite photo in the entire paper?
didn't like the dark Tommy photo. 
2A. Why is this your least favorite?
It was not very well composed.

3. If you were a photographer on staff, which event/photo assignment would you have liked to do for this issue? You will need to look through the entire paper and see the topics covered and decide which one you think would have been fun.
I think it would be fun to do Sticking it to their competitors.

4. Overall, how would you rate the photography in this issue? What were the strong points and weak points. 
I think this was a very good issue an 8/10 it had some very current and informing stories that are relevant to students. 

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