Attemped Abductions Cause Alarm
by Elma Gonzalez
Last Monday SOH students received a phone call at about 5:00pm informing them about an attempted abduction. According to Ms. Jaramillo, the assistant principal, the girl was returning home through Nestor Park at 3:00pm when a red truck approached her occupied by two men. The student was grabbed by these men, but was able to escape to safety by running back to school, and reporting the incident.
A similar incident occurred this past November. After a minimum day at school, a girl, also heading home, was approached by two men in a truck. They beckoned her to their car and tried to grab her. Luckily, she was able to escape.
"These two men that attempted to abduct the student last week fit the description of the two males in November," says Ms. Jaramillo, assistant principal. "Students must be warned for future attacks". These are not just random incidents so be careful, if you experience or have experienced a similar situations do not keep quiet, inform your parents and the police.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Swine Flu Vaccines
Free H1N1 vaccine shots available to all students.
By Dwayne Codding
This Tuesday our school is providing access for our raiders to get vaccinated for the H1N1 virus, aka, Swine Flu. Since supply is limited, these vaccines are free and available only to students of the Sweetwater District that currently are up to the age of 24, as well as their siblings who under the age of 18, and pregnant women.
Be aware that though the odds are slim, severe allergic reactions may occur to anyone. If anyone has a personal medical history or family history of allergic reactions to flu shots, do practice caution. Doctors will not be readily available, only nurses that are administering the vaccine. These nurses may or may not be readily trained to handle these allergies, so be prepared to contact a doctor if there are any difficulties breathing, increased heart rate, or sudden weakness occurs. Again, allergies are rare, but be prepared nonetheless.
Minors under the age of 18 must fill out and submit a consent form before receiving the shot. Our school nurse has these forms available, students simply need to ask for them. Administrators will be readily available to assist minors in filling these forms out, but parent signatures must also be provided.
Calls will be sent to remind families of these vaccines. Lots of planning and preparations have been made, after all keeping students healthy is the main goal.
If there are any questions or concerns, contact the coordinator health services (619) 585-6020, or read a brochure on http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis/downloads/vis-inact-h1n1.pdf
By Dwayne Codding
This Tuesday our school is providing access for our raiders to get vaccinated for the H1N1 virus, aka, Swine Flu. Since supply is limited, these vaccines are free and available only to students of the Sweetwater District that currently are up to the age of 24, as well as their siblings who under the age of 18, and pregnant women.
Be aware that though the odds are slim, severe allergic reactions may occur to anyone. If anyone has a personal medical history or family history of allergic reactions to flu shots, do practice caution. Doctors will not be readily available, only nurses that are administering the vaccine. These nurses may or may not be readily trained to handle these allergies, so be prepared to contact a doctor if there are any difficulties breathing, increased heart rate, or sudden weakness occurs. Again, allergies are rare, but be prepared nonetheless.
Minors under the age of 18 must fill out and submit a consent form before receiving the shot. Our school nurse has these forms available, students simply need to ask for them. Administrators will be readily available to assist minors in filling these forms out, but parent signatures must also be provided.
Calls will be sent to remind families of these vaccines. Lots of planning and preparations have been made, after all keeping students healthy is the main goal.
If there are any questions or concerns, contact the coordinator health services (619) 585-6020, or read a brochure on http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis/downloads/vis-inact-h1n1.pdf
Chargers 10-3
Chargers' streak continues
By Bob Chan
As Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers remains perfect in Decembers. Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys remain perfectly miserable in the most important month of the regular season. San Diego won its eighth straight and is on the verge of a playoff berth. The Chargers also won their 16th straight in December, all with Rivers— and the last 11 under coach Norv Turner, whom Cowboys owner Jerry Jones decided not to hire last time his head coaching job was available. He hired Wade Phillips instead, and hasn’t gotten his money’s worth in December: 3-8 after this loss, which is Dallas’ second straight. Players talked all week about wanting to win to boost his job security, but the Cowboys have now dropped consecutive games for the first time this season. They’ll carry that skid and sinking playoff hopes into a game at undefeated New Orleans on Saturday night.
Rivers bailed the Chargers out of trouble with several third-down throws and hit Antonio Gates for a go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter, lifting San Diego to a 20-17 victory over the Cowboys that continues December trends for both clubs. hey also may not have pass-rushing star DeMarcus Ware, who sprained his neck and was taken off the field on a cart early in the fourth quarter. Rivers then hit Vincent Jackson for 39 yards and followed with a 14-yard touchdown pass to Gates.
Tomlinson’s touchdown was his 10th this season, his NFL-record-extending ninth straight year he’s hit that plateau. This one was special because it came in only the second game played in Dallas; he grew up in nearby Waco and went to college at TCU in Fort Worth. Dallas had won five straight at its new $1.2 billion stadium since losing the first-ever game here.thegame also featured the NFL debut of a 3D, in-house video, with fans given 3D glasses as they entered
By Bob Chan
As Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers remains perfect in Decembers. Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys remain perfectly miserable in the most important month of the regular season. San Diego won its eighth straight and is on the verge of a playoff berth. The Chargers also won their 16th straight in December, all with Rivers— and the last 11 under coach Norv Turner, whom Cowboys owner Jerry Jones decided not to hire last time his head coaching job was available. He hired Wade Phillips instead, and hasn’t gotten his money’s worth in December: 3-8 after this loss, which is Dallas’ second straight. Players talked all week about wanting to win to boost his job security, but the Cowboys have now dropped consecutive games for the first time this season. They’ll carry that skid and sinking playoff hopes into a game at undefeated New Orleans on Saturday night.
Rivers bailed the Chargers out of trouble with several third-down throws and hit Antonio Gates for a go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter, lifting San Diego to a 20-17 victory over the Cowboys that continues December trends for both clubs. hey also may not have pass-rushing star DeMarcus Ware, who sprained his neck and was taken off the field on a cart early in the fourth quarter. Rivers then hit Vincent Jackson for 39 yards and followed with a 14-yard touchdown pass to Gates.
Tomlinson’s touchdown was his 10th this season, his NFL-record-extending ninth straight year he’s hit that plateau. This one was special because it came in only the second game played in Dallas; he grew up in nearby Waco and went to college at TCU in Fort Worth. Dallas had won five straight at its new $1.2 billion stadium since losing the first-ever game here.thegame also featured the NFL debut of a 3D, in-house video, with fans given 3D glasses as they entered
Gift Shopping Tips
Need Helping Finding Gifts?
by Robert Garcia
People sometimes always get the wrong gift at times such as a book they already read, or a video game they already have. Or that embarrassing holiday sweatshirt that has a "Merry Christmas" on it. There are constantly mistakes and factors you have to watch out for or you might as well buy your friend a expensive gift and give him or her the receipt. Here are some helpful tips on how to pick out the right gift for that oh so special someone:
by Robert Garcia
People sometimes always get the wrong gift at times such as a book they already read, or a video game they already have. Or that embarrassing holiday sweatshirt that has a "Merry Christmas" on it. There are constantly mistakes and factors you have to watch out for or you might as well buy your friend a expensive gift and give him or her the receipt. Here are some helpful tips on how to pick out the right gift for that oh so special someone:
- Find what they think is interesting.
- Ask them what they don't want.
- Ask if they have the item you are about to buy but don't let it be obvious that you're buying them that.
- Take them window shopping and see what catches there eye then go back later and buy it for them.
And the Most important rule of them all.
- Ask what they want.
It's that simple: stop yourself from getting the bad gift of the year. And if they don't want anything then just give them money or a gift card; you can never go wrong with a gift card and money. And remember even if you get you're friend a terrible gift they know you did it out of friendship, and it's always the thought that counts.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Study Tips
SUHSD Tries Early Finals Scheduleby Omar Arce
It has been 17 weeks. School started over a month early on July 27, and many students did not even get a chance to enjoy the summer. Perhaps the best thing about the new school schedule is the fact that we get extra vacations: two weeks during October and an extra week for Christmas vacation. And now, only a week of regular school separates us from finals week. What this means is that it is Go time! final exams are what makes the difference between a D and C. Here are some study tips for finals:
Review the material right after class when it's still fresh in your memory.
Don't try to do all your studying the night before the test. Instead take it one section at a time.
Have all of your study material in front of you ( lecture notes, course textbooks, study guides and any other relevant materials).
No cell phones, or magazines or the remote.
Start out by studying the most important information. Fun facts are what they are, just fun. If they will not be in the test, do not waste memory on trivial facts.
Take short breaks frequently.
Understand the material well, don't just read through the material and try to memorize everything.
If you choose to study in a group, only study with others who are serious about the test. Not the goofball of the class, or the girl that has a massive crush on you.
Listening to relaxing music such as classical or jazz on a low volume can relieve some of the boredom of studying.But do not get all "Glee" over Calculus.
Dance
What Should We Do for New Years...?
by Elma Gonzalez
When people think of high school dances the first thing that comes to mind is Prom or Homecoming. However, this year our school has decided to offer another type of dance, one without dresses or royalty. This year SOH will honor students with perfect attendance by offering a dance next Friday, December 11. The idea came from a student. Two weeks ago Dr. Armstrong began appearing on KSOH, asking the students to think of ways to improve the school's attendance. A student submitted this idea, arguing that a good incentive could possibly do the trick. As a result, the principal, along with other administrators decided to hold this dance. "Those students who have had perfect attendance for the past two weeks will receive a special invitation," explains Dr. Armstrong. The dance will be held at the school gym from 7:00 - 9:30pm. For those who have had perfect attendance, it will be free of cost.
by Elma Gonzalez
When people think of high school dances the first thing that comes to mind is Prom or Homecoming. However, this year our school has decided to offer another type of dance, one without dresses or royalty. This year SOH will honor students with perfect attendance by offering a dance next Friday, December 11. The idea came from a student. Two weeks ago Dr. Armstrong began appearing on KSOH, asking the students to think of ways to improve the school's attendance. A student submitted this idea, arguing that a good incentive could possibly do the trick. As a result, the principal, along with other administrators decided to hold this dance. "Those students who have had perfect attendance for the past two weeks will receive a special invitation," explains Dr. Armstrong. The dance will be held at the school gym from 7:00 - 9:30pm. For those who have had perfect attendance, it will be free of cost.
San Diego Football
Chargers On the Road to a Championship
By Bob Chan
Tomlinson stiff-armed Cleveland ’s Hall of Famer out of eighth place on the career rushing list and scored his 150th career TD on a 4-yard run as the Chargers won their seventh straight and 15th in a row in December, beating the Browns 30-23 on Sunday.
By Bob Chan
Tomlinson stiff-armed Cleveland ’s Hall of Famer out of eighth place on the career rushing list and scored his 150th career TD on a 4-yard run as the Chargers won their seventh straight and 15th in a row in December, beating the Browns 30-23 on Sunday.
After Tomlinson passed Brown on an 11-yard burst up the middle in the fourth quarter, San Diego ’s running back pointed toward the 73-year-old who was sitting in a luxury suite. He patted his heart and offered a salute. 
Antonio Gates set a career high with 167 receiving yards for the Chargers who dragged their cleats early and only led 13-7 at halftime. But quarterback Philip Rivers led San Diego on touchdown drives of 85 and 83 yards in just over nine minutes in the third quarter to open a 27-7 lead. Tomlinson’s TD with 5:58 left in the third put the Chargers up by 20, and placed the running back in elite company among NFL greats. Tomlinson finished with 64 yards on 20 carries and has 12,321 yards. Tony Dorsett is seventh all-time. Rivers threw two TD passes—both on short routes to running backs—as the Chargers continued their surge following a 2-3 start.
With Dallas and Cincinnati looming on the schedule, San Diego couldn’t afford to overlook the Browns who have lost seven straight amid mounting injuries. At halftime, San Diego seemed to be in trouble. At the end of the third quarter, the Chargers had little concern. San Diego thoroughly dominated the Browns in the third, outgaining Cleveland 208-10—164-0 in passing yards—w
hile holding the ball for 12:06.
Rivers was 7 for 8 in the quarter with four completions going to Gates for 114 yards Brady Quinn threw three TD passes for the Browns, must get ready to play an angry Pittsburgh squad on Thursday. The Steelers lost at home to Oakland 27-24 on Sunday. The Browns, who had a costly turnover in the first half, made the score respectable by scoring 16 in the fourth as Quinn hit running back Jerome Harrison for two TDs. Phil Dawson’s 49-yard field goal with 39 seconds left made it 30-23, but Tomlinson recovered an onside kick with 38 seconds remaining.
Antonio Gates set a career high with 167 receiving yards for the Chargers who dragged their cleats early and only led 13-7 at halftime. But quarterback Philip Rivers led San Diego on touchdown drives of 85 and 83 yards in just over nine minutes in the third quarter to open a 27-7 lead. Tomlinson’s TD with 5:58 left in the third put the Chargers up by 20, and placed the running back in elite company among NFL greats. Tomlinson finished with 64 yards on 20 carries and has 12,321 yards. Tony Dorsett is seventh all-time. Rivers threw two TD passes—both on short routes to running backs—as the Chargers continued their surge following a 2-3 start.
With Dallas and Cincinnati looming on the schedule, San Diego couldn’t afford to overlook the Browns who have lost seven straight amid mounting injuries. At halftime, San Diego seemed to be in trouble. At the end of the third quarter, the Chargers had little concern. San Diego thoroughly dominated the Browns in the third, outgaining Cleveland 208-10—164-0 in passing yards—w
hile holding the ball for 12:06.Rivers was 7 for 8 in the quarter with four completions going to Gates for 114 yards Brady Quinn threw three TD passes for the Browns, must get ready to play an angry Pittsburgh squad on Thursday. The Steelers lost at home to Oakland 27-24 on Sunday. The Browns, who had a costly turnover in the first half, made the score respectable by scoring 16 in the fourth as Quinn hit running back Jerome Harrison for two TDs. Phil Dawson’s 49-yard field goal with 39 seconds left made it 30-23, but Tomlinson recovered an onside kick with 38 seconds remaining.
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