Front Page: Cancer diagnosis doesn't stop Gomez
After Roberto Gomez, a theatre teacher and technical director, was diagnosed with liver cancer, things have changed for him and everyone around him. He had a tumor that later proved to be inoperable. Gomez underwent an unsuccessful surgery that he has been recovering from for about 2 months. He started teaching again along side with his wife. Gomez went on Facebook and found that many people had reached out to him, including past students, co-workers, and friends.
Who? Roberto Gomez and family
What? Cancer diagnosis
Where? Bowie
When? Nov. 7-Now
Why? Important to know about cancer & about people reaching out
How? Facebook
Who was quoted in the story? wife Rachael & daughter Lauren
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? Lauren because it was kind of more descriptive
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
2. Student Life: Dirty clothes making a difference in community for special need students
Life skills students are now venturing out to different and real world places to experience what working is like along with developing new skills. The department recently got a new washer and dryer set which allows the students to wash clothes and be able to help out the community. They wash sports uniforms from the athletics department. These students are introduced to new opportunities that will help them later in life.
Who? Special need students
What? Dirty clothes making a difference in their life
Where? Bowie
When? Now
Why? It's good to help people be involved in the community
How? Using washer and dryer
Who was quoted in the story? Rachel Smith, Wayne Johnson, Kane
What quote was strongest in your opinion? Smith because you can see more about what the students do
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Kind of
Was the conclusion a quote or statement? Statement
3. News: Marching band travels abroad for New Year's parade with millions watching
The Bowie Band went to London to perform at the New Year's parade. They were originally invited in April of 2013 and after one and a half years of fundraising, they were able to go. The parade is 2 miles long and many of the members enjoyed staying in London as well as participating in the fun parade.
Who? Bowie Band
What? Performing at New Year's parade
Where? London
When? New Year's
Why? It's a good and fun opportunity
How? Fundraising and a plane
Who was quoted in the story? Ty Harmon, Lauren Aman, Linda Garza, Jessica Stachew, Grace Larner, Kylie Dugan
What quote was strongest in your opinion? Garzas, it has emotion and gives a background
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
4. Sports: World champion hits the target
Brooke Landry, a junior, is the highest ranked female knife thrower in the world. She's been throwing knives for almost 12 years along side Gillian Sittler. She scored 200/300 which makes her an expert.
Who? Brooke Landry
What? Knife throwing
Where? Bowie
When? Now
Why? She likes it
How? Practice
Who was quoted in the story? Mike Landry, Brooke, Gillian
What quote was strongest in your opinion? Brooke's because it's her opinion
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
5. Entertainment: A new year calls for new and unique flavors
Girl Scout season has begun and that means cookies are being sold again. Many new flavors have been introduced such as Rah-Rah-Raisin, Trio and Toffee-Tastic. Many Girl Scouts are proud of what they do. They are role models, being positive, and gain important life skills.
Who? Girl Scouts
What? New cookie flavors
Where? Bowie
When? Now
Why? Bring new customers
How? Baking
Who was quoted in the story? Gabriela Gonzalez, Amy Baker
What quote was strongest in your opinion? Gonzalez because delivers true Girl Scout message
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Kind of
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
6. Commentary: Pushing equality for all
In the past century women have gained rights that have always been available for men. This has sparked a feminism movement. Recently, however Meninism has been introduced. A group of men started an account online to mock feminism and came up with a stupid idea.
Who? Everyone
What? Equality
Where? The world
When? Now
Why? Because it's needed
How? Feminism
Who was quoted in the story? No one
What quote was strongest in your opinion? N/A
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Statement
7: In-Depth: Hands free cell phone policy enacted
Recently, a new law was introduced that prohibits the use of an electronic hand held device when driving a vehicle. This will help save the lives of many as a driver is 23 times more likely to crash while using their phone. Phones have many distractions; the driver could use their phone to text, change music, or check social media.
Who? Texans/drivers
What? No more phone use while driving
Where? Texas
When? Now (law was introduced on January 1, 2015)
Why? It's safer
How? Fined if don't comply with
Who was quoted in the story? Lauren Guilette, Stacy Stacher
What quote was strongest in your opinion? Stacher, more in depth about phone related accidents
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Statement
1. The "he's fighting for her picture"
1a. It looks nice
1b. Lines, Balance
2. First session picture
2a. Bad lighting but its ok
3. Probably the Trivia Crack one because its fun
4. Overall, the pictures were really nice
