SOH Cafeteria to Get Makeover
By Elma Gonzalez
Yes! The day is finally here. Our cafeteria will be redesigned! This school year has seen the beginning of many reconstructions. But, like me, I am sure many students believe the cafeteria to be one of the most important ones. For this reason the school administrators believe it would be best for students to take part in the process. Mr. Carpizo and Dr. Armstrong chose a panel of about forty students to give their opinion on the renovation. These forty students are there to represent the whole student body. However, don't think these students are designing it themselves. A company was hired to create a design of the "soon-to-be new" cafeteria. Students only give their opinion on what should stay or definitely GO! Plus, teachers also have a say on the design.
In the last meeting the company presented various changes. Tall tables, booths, artwork, and brand new lamps are among some of the propositions. Although, students and teachers have already discussed these suggestions with company representatives, the principal has the final say. Let's hope all points of view are taken in consideration for this decision, and Dr. Armstrong makes the best choice. Either way, SOH students will soon have a brand new cafeteria.
Monday, January 25, 2010
RUN SOH! RUN!!
SOH Starts Running Club
by Omar Arce
It's the last week of January. The new year feeling is almost gone. And along with this feeling, are the new year resolutions. Obviously, the most popular resolution is to lose a few pounds. There are only two ways to accomplish this goal: a good diet and a well-planned exercise regimen. Luckily there is a club at Southwest High School that will help you with the latter.
The SOH Running Club, a club that was primarily designated to keep the SOH long distance runners in shape, now aims to promote a healthy lifestyle trough running. Senior, Sergio Vargas is member of the running club. "I joined the running club primarily to get in shape after the holidays...but, I mainly joined because I truthfully enjoy the thrill of running...I might be overdoing it, but running makes me feel alive." Explains Vargas.
Everyone is invited to join the club. "I like the feeling of being with people who enjoy running as much as me, and I overall love the atmosphere the running club exerts," says Vargas about the atmosphere of the club. The club meets every Thursday and Tuesday right after school at Room 907. The only things needed, are a pair of running shoes, work out clothes, water, and plenty of energy
by Omar Arce
It's the last week of January. The new year feeling is almost gone. And along with this feeling, are the new year resolutions. Obviously, the most popular resolution is to lose a few pounds. There are only two ways to accomplish this goal: a good diet and a well-planned exercise regimen. Luckily there is a club at Southwest High School that will help you with the latter.
The SOH Running Club, a club that was primarily designated to keep the SOH long distance runners in shape, now aims to promote a healthy lifestyle trough running. Senior, Sergio Vargas is member of the running club. "I joined the running club primarily to get in shape after the holidays...but, I mainly joined because I truthfully enjoy the thrill of running...I might be overdoing it, but running makes me feel alive." Explains Vargas.
Everyone is invited to join the club. "I like the feeling of being with people who enjoy running as much as me, and I overall love the atmosphere the running club exerts," says Vargas about the atmosphere of the club. The club meets every Thursday and Tuesday right after school at Room 907. The only things needed, are a pair of running shoes, work out clothes, water, and plenty of energy
Get Your RUN Sweaters
Running Club Sells Gear
by Omar Arce
The RUN SOH hoodies have become an increasingly popular item at Southwest High. But, what exactly do they mean? They do not represent a tribute band to Hip Hop legends RUN DMC, they were this year's logo for the Cross Country team. The idea was so successful that the remaining sweaters sold out in a few weeks after they were given to the Cross Country team. A new shipment has been ordered. There are two ways to get one. Joining the running club and selling a box of chocolates or paying 10 dollars. Get one - they will be gone soon.
Leave Kaeding Alone!
A Raider Has a Rant
by Martin Zazueta
For the past week I have been annoyed when hearing insults and attacks towards the San Diego Chargers kicker Nate Kaeding who missed three field goal attempts in the Chargers' first round playoff game this year. Charger fans are so upset at Kaeding because the game ended 14-17 with the Chargers losing to the New York Jets. Fans claim that its Kaeding's fault that the game was lost.
Although I am in favor of people's expressing their opinions freely, I originally did not mind the the talk against Kaeding; what really got me ticked was that minutes after the game anti-Kaeding Facebook groups started showing up saying to get off the team or the witty "Are You Kaeding me?". I also cannot imagine the amount of emails and letters Kaeding must have received from disgruntled fans. What I have to say about that is, Charger fans have to stop being so narrow minded, and look at what really happened at the game.
The Chargers played one of the most terrible games they had all season, with the offense receiving over 9 flags and losing over about 45 yards throughout the entire game. The situation was so bad that they had to bring out Kaeding for the field goal 3 times: one at about 43 yards, another at 57 yards and the third being in the 30s. Ok, first off, all these are difficult kicks and even though Kaeding's record is a 57-yard field goal kick, it does not mean he is going to get it every time. And then again, the offense they did not do their job. If they did, they would not have needed Kaeding to attempt the field goal in the first place.
So, if the Chargers end up losing Nate Kaeding, one of the best kickers in the NFL, because irrational fans cannot put the pieces together as to why the Chargers lost and are taking it out on someone who has done nothing but great work until this one game, then we will have other problems to worry about next season. So please don't hate.
by Martin Zazueta
For the past week I have been annoyed when hearing insults and attacks towards the San Diego Chargers kicker Nate Kaeding who missed three field goal attempts in the Chargers' first round playoff game this year. Charger fans are so upset at Kaeding because the game ended 14-17 with the Chargers losing to the New York Jets. Fans claim that its Kaeding's fault that the game was lost.
Although I am in favor of people's expressing their opinions freely, I originally did not mind the the talk against Kaeding; what really got me ticked was that minutes after the game anti-Kaeding Facebook groups started showing up saying to get off the team or the witty "Are You Kaeding me?". I also cannot imagine the amount of emails and letters Kaeding must have received from disgruntled fans. What I have to say about that is, Charger fans have to stop being so narrow minded, and look at what really happened at the game.
The Chargers played one of the most terrible games they had all season, with the offense receiving over 9 flags and losing over about 45 yards throughout the entire game. The situation was so bad that they had to bring out Kaeding for the field goal 3 times: one at about 43 yards, another at 57 yards and the third being in the 30s. Ok, first off, all these are difficult kicks and even though Kaeding's record is a 57-yard field goal kick, it does not mean he is going to get it every time. And then again, the offense they did not do their job. If they did, they would not have needed Kaeding to attempt the field goal in the first place.
So, if the Chargers end up losing Nate Kaeding, one of the best kickers in the NFL, because irrational fans cannot put the pieces together as to why the Chargers lost and are taking it out on someone who has done nothing but great work until this one game, then we will have other problems to worry about next season. So please don't hate.
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