By Emily Wanner
Henkle Middle School’s magazine and gift sale 2009 ended on November 18. Students raised a total of over $11,000. Out of that money Henkle will just get under 40 percent. Our school’s student ASB executive board and principal, Rick George, worked together to create the 2009-10 budget. Our school’s fundraisers, like the magazine sale and the walk-a-thon, all go to great stuff for our school like dances and spirit assemblies.
This year to motivate the students of Henkle to sell magazines, Lowell Nelson, the person who talks to the students of Henkle and who works for Great American Opportunities, is giving out some new prizes. Some prizes include sour candy, giant bouncy balls, glittery bouncy balls, cool sunglasses, tornado drinking glasses, and always the iPod drawings and Hummer limo rides.
(Editor’s note: The Magazine and Gift sale raised the amount of money needed and budgeted in order to meet ASB’s budget for student activities. Henkle Middle School wishes to thank all the parents, family members, and friends who purchased magazine subscriptions or gifts to support our students. We also wish to thank all the parents who purchased a subscription for our library, too.)
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
New computers provide better learning opportunities
By Courtney Blades, Student Website Reporter
Recently, Henkle, Whitson, And CHS got new computers. And as the new computers are arriving and being installed, some people shared their opinion about them.
Mr. Rick George, principal, said the decision to buy them came from the citizens of White Salmon, who agreed to be taxed for it. They decided this in 2008, by means of an levy election. One example about how these new computers are being used is that Mr. Hannigan uses “ePals” with students, a site to connect with kids from other countries.
“Before, many classrooms had few or no computers, or computers that were over ten years old,” said Paula Trosper, the librarian. She also said that the computers had upgraded, newer versions of operations and new Microsoft Word, which helps students with work.
As for the kids, some students said that the new Microsoft Word is a little harder to use, and that these new computers are faster than the older ones. Some also said the screen could be bigger, and that the computers are easy to use.
Recently, Henkle, Whitson, And CHS got new computers. And as the new computers are arriving and being installed, some people shared their opinion about them.
Mr. Rick George, principal, said the decision to buy them came from the citizens of White Salmon, who agreed to be taxed for it. They decided this in 2008, by means of an levy election. One example about how these new computers are being used is that Mr. Hannigan uses “ePals” with students, a site to connect with kids from other countries.
“Before, many classrooms had few or no computers, or computers that were over ten years old,” said Paula Trosper, the librarian. She also said that the computers had upgraded, newer versions of operations and new Microsoft Word, which helps students with work.
As for the kids, some students said that the new Microsoft Word is a little harder to use, and that these new computers are faster than the older ones. Some also said the screen could be bigger, and that the computers are easy to use.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
New "A" Day reporters like history best
Two eighth graders, Mayra Evangelista and Hayden Gibson, will serve as Henkle Middle School student website reporters on “A” Days second quarter. The class they both like the most, however, is a high school course—Pacific Northwest History.
“I’m learning about new things, such as how the Pacific Northwest was settled,” said Mayra, explaining why she likes the class.
“It’s new stuff I didn’t know,” said Hayden. So far, he’s enjoyed learning about fur trappers, traders, and Native Americans.
As an eighth grader, Hayden said one difference is “you feel more like you’re the top dogs,” but both he and Mayra said that otherwise eighth grade is “basically the same” as seventh grade. If they could change anything about school, both agree that having bigger lockers would be a top priority. Mayra would opt for longer passing periods and more choices, while Hayden would go for longer lunches and more contests during sports seasons.
When she’s not in school, Mayra enjoys being with her friends and listening to music—“all kinds,” she said. Hayden also likes being with friends. “If it’s a Sunday, I like to watch football.” His favorite team is the Indianapolis Colts.
As for a quality they look for the most in their friends, they both had the same reply: trust.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Student website reporters think large
Courtney Blades and Emily Wanner, two of Henkle Middle School’s newest student website reporters see life with a very wide lens.
“What you do will follow you until you get really old, until you’re about ready to die,” said Courtney, when asked what young people these days should keep in mind. To clarify, Courtney cited as one example, that young people should not “steal or do bad stuff.”
“Like not finish high school,” said Emily, before adding her own words of wisdom for young people. “You don’t always have to do something to impress or to meet someone’s standards. I think you should set your own standards.”
Both girls appear to be setting high standards for themselves. They get good grades and conduct themselves well, and they like science.
“Mr. Lyons (the science teacher) sometimes gets off track and we end up learning more than we bargained for,” said Emily. “He said if there are aliens out there, they’re not going to look like us.”
“It’s really interesting to learn all the stuff you don’t think about every day,” said Courtney, “like how many planets there actually are.”
Both girls have lived here nearly all their lives. Emily was born in Ontario, Canada, and is actually Canadian. Courtney was born in Hood River. Both see mostly similarities in the courses they take as seventh graders, compared to being sixth graders, except for a few differences.
“We have passing periods, so you can talk to your friends in the hall,” said Courtney. “We still have the same classes, except you don’t have to take art unless you want to.”
“We get to choose which subjects of the arts we get to do, like music, art, and drama,” said Emily.
When she’s not in school, Emily likes gymnastics and ballet, which she takes two times a week and has been doing for about four years. Both girls spend lots of time on the computer.
“I like to get on the computer and talk to my friends,” said Courtney.
With their articulate prowess, both girls will have much to offer when they begin writing articles for the HMS website this academic quarter.
“What you do will follow you until you get really old, until you’re about ready to die,” said Courtney, when asked what young people these days should keep in mind. To clarify, Courtney cited as one example, that young people should not “steal or do bad stuff.”
“Like not finish high school,” said Emily, before adding her own words of wisdom for young people. “You don’t always have to do something to impress or to meet someone’s standards. I think you should set your own standards.”
Both girls appear to be setting high standards for themselves. They get good grades and conduct themselves well, and they like science.
“Mr. Lyons (the science teacher) sometimes gets off track and we end up learning more than we bargained for,” said Emily. “He said if there are aliens out there, they’re not going to look like us.”
“It’s really interesting to learn all the stuff you don’t think about every day,” said Courtney, “like how many planets there actually are.”
Both girls have lived here nearly all their lives. Emily was born in Ontario, Canada, and is actually Canadian. Courtney was born in Hood River. Both see mostly similarities in the courses they take as seventh graders, compared to being sixth graders, except for a few differences.
“We have passing periods, so you can talk to your friends in the hall,” said Courtney. “We still have the same classes, except you don’t have to take art unless you want to.”
“We get to choose which subjects of the arts we get to do, like music, art, and drama,” said Emily.
When she’s not in school, Emily likes gymnastics and ballet, which she takes two times a week and has been doing for about four years. Both girls spend lots of time on the computer.
“I like to get on the computer and talk to my friends,” said Courtney.
With their articulate prowess, both girls will have much to offer when they begin writing articles for the HMS website this academic quarter.
Photo: Emily Wanner (L) and Courtney Blades (R)
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
ASB Sale to raise funds for student activities
By Daniel Lewis, HMS Student Reporter
The Associated Student Body, with Mr. Lyons as the advisor, will sponsor a magazine and gift sale fundraiser this school year. Mr. Lyons hopes that this magazine sale will be better than last year's. The event will begin with students having an opportunity to fill out and submit "Reach Out" booklets by Friday morning, Oct. 30. The main sale will launch Oct. 30 after an informational assembly in the afternoon.
The money raised from the sale will be used to buy sports uniforms, dance DJ's, Grizzly Pride Day supplies, and other stuff from athletics to social. Lowell Nelson of Great American Opportunities is the lead salesperson. Sale order turn-in days are Nov. 2, Nov. 6, and Nov. 18.
Not only are there magazines this year but also CD's to jewelry. All items should be delivered by Christmas. Some prizes that students can win include candy, sunglasses, glitter balls, i-pod speakers, limo cruises, and cash. Also, any student who sold magazines can renew magazine subscriptions from last year's sale.
The Associated Student Body, with Mr. Lyons as the advisor, will sponsor a magazine and gift sale fundraiser this school year. Mr. Lyons hopes that this magazine sale will be better than last year's. The event will begin with students having an opportunity to fill out and submit "Reach Out" booklets by Friday morning, Oct. 30. The main sale will launch Oct. 30 after an informational assembly in the afternoon.
The money raised from the sale will be used to buy sports uniforms, dance DJ's, Grizzly Pride Day supplies, and other stuff from athletics to social. Lowell Nelson of Great American Opportunities is the lead salesperson. Sale order turn-in days are Nov. 2, Nov. 6, and Nov. 18.
Not only are there magazines this year but also CD's to jewelry. All items should be delivered by Christmas. Some prizes that students can win include candy, sunglasses, glitter balls, i-pod speakers, limo cruises, and cash. Also, any student who sold magazines can renew magazine subscriptions from last year's sale.
Wrestlers working hard
By Noah Carmichael, HMS Student Reporter
Wrestling has begun. Here is Coach Lindstrom for a few words say.
How do you think the season will go this year, Coach?
I think we'll do very well this season. We have a lot of good wrestlers.
Is wrestling fun?
Yes, very fun and very fun to coach.
Is it hard?
Yes, very hard. That’s what makes it the most fun sport.
Why do you have to do so much conditioning (run and work out)?
Because 4 minutes and 30 seconds on a mat wrestling can seem forever sometimes, so we need to be prepared. We are going to have a great season this year!
Wrestling has begun. Here is Coach Lindstrom for a few words say.
How do you think the season will go this year, Coach?
I think we'll do very well this season. We have a lot of good wrestlers.
Is wrestling fun?
Yes, very fun and very fun to coach.
Is it hard?
Yes, very hard. That’s what makes it the most fun sport.
Why do you have to do so much conditioning (run and work out)?
Because 4 minutes and 30 seconds on a mat wrestling can seem forever sometimes, so we need to be prepared. We are going to have a great season this year!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Monster Mash promises Halloween fun
Tomorrow is the big night! Monster Mash returns to Henkle Middle School 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.
Dozens and dozens of parents, grandparents, and students converged the building Friday evening to construct and decorate a fantastic and elaborate Halloween experience. A big crew has transformed what seemed to be an innocent music room passage into a creepy "Haunted Hallway," filled with frightful and phantasmic scenes and characters. The small gym will host a costume contest and a cupcake walk, while the large gym will be full of fun carnival games, a fortune teller, and a special booth for folks to remember loved ones who've passed away. There will also be an "apple-on-a-string" eating contest, with $50 savings bond prizes donated by local banks. Families can also feast on a pizza dinner in the small gym. Most everyone shows up in costume, but it's not a requirement.
The Henkle Parent Teacher Organization annually sponsors and organizes this fun event. Proceeds raise funds for many HMS endeavors, such as field trips and support for the drama and music programs. We invite everyone to come enjoy the festivities and to support HMS all at the same time.
Dozens and dozens of parents, grandparents, and students converged the building Friday evening to construct and decorate a fantastic and elaborate Halloween experience. A big crew has transformed what seemed to be an innocent music room passage into a creepy "Haunted Hallway," filled with frightful and phantasmic scenes and characters. The small gym will host a costume contest and a cupcake walk, while the large gym will be full of fun carnival games, a fortune teller, and a special booth for folks to remember loved ones who've passed away. There will also be an "apple-on-a-string" eating contest, with $50 savings bond prizes donated by local banks. Families can also feast on a pizza dinner in the small gym. Most everyone shows up in costume, but it's not a requirement.
The Henkle Parent Teacher Organization annually sponsors and organizes this fun event. Proceeds raise funds for many HMS endeavors, such as field trips and support for the drama and music programs. We invite everyone to come enjoy the festivities and to support HMS all at the same time.
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