Raiders come home
by Vianney Casas
Once upon a time...
There was a homecoming dance.
“It’s the night of our nights, it’s the night of our dreams...”
There’s this night in high school besides Prom you just cannot miss: The Homecoming Dance. And what’s even better is that the homecoming dance is available for students of all grade levels. This year’s homecoming dance was a success; its theme was Disney. You imagined it right, it was all a fairytale.
Of course, the homecoming queen and king (or Big Man On Campus A.K.A BMOC) weren't forgotten. All candidates were wished good luck and all deserved to win, unfortunately only one princess and one prince could. The queen (Stacey Ruiz) was announced on the night before the dance during the Homecoming Game. The BMOC was announced that October 23, the actual night of the dance. All candidates were as charming as princes we see on Snow White, Cinderella, and Sleeping beauty, however, Hugo Flores ended up becoming the BMOC. Going back a few minutes, you could totally feel the suspense as people waited for the BMOC to be announced a few seconds that seemed like a hours and then... Hugo Flores! Pretty much everyone ran towards and hugged him, screaming his name in a chorus. At the end it was worth the wait, no matter whom you voted for, the best won.
The dance itself was amazing. There was nothing else you saw but beautiful girls in dresses of different kinds and colors and handsome guys with ties. Surprisingly, not all couples were boy-girl. You could see group of girls together as well as boys and still you could see them having fun! “Who needs a boyfriend/girlfriend anyway to have fun?” was their question. Speaking of which, I’m 99% positive everyone had fun. Music of all kind was played by the DJ: from Hip-Hop, reggeton, banda, slow songs and a bit of Pop. The dance floor was filled with teenagers having no regrets and just dancing like popcorn popping in a microwave and lets not forget the slow songs! Those who were with their boyfriend/girlfriend got a little romantic and danced their arms wrapped around each other, just like in a fairytale. The whole thing was movie-like, and, of course, an experience that those who went will never forget, and not just for students, because, believe it or not, teachers went as well, alone, with a friend or a date. Ever wondered what makes high school unforgettable? Well homecoming is definitely one of those.
To get more details and in case you want to see pictures buy our SOH yearbooks.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Consider vegetarian
Think before you eat
By Sierra Holter
We go to school to educate ourselves, so why not become educated about what you eat? Every day, countless animals are being murdered for humans. They live their lives in what seems to be death camps just waiting for their day to be slaughtered. Every day, cows, chickens, pigs and all other livestock are being pumped with growth hormones, shoved into tiny cages and being poked and proded until their bodies give out because of their weight, or they are slaughtered.
CHICKENS
There are more chickens on earth than there are humans.Yet we kill more than 23 million chickens daily for meat. Chickens are extraordinary animals though their brains may only be the size of a walnut. These animals have their own language with more than 40,000 different dialects, also, when a chick is born and the mother needs to go tend to other business other female chickens will babysit the chick until the mother returns. So next time you're enjoying fried chicken or pollo asado remember these creatures are capable of love and deserve to be treated as the wonderful animals they are.
COWS
Most people never have the chance to meet their meat. Well here's your chance. Cows are amazing animals that hear,feel and remember almost everything. These animals are beaten, pumped with steroids,deprived of their children and forced into cages half their size. Like humans, cows produce milk when they give birth to a calf. Dairy cows are artificially inseminated to produce milk. Once born their calfs are taken to other farms to be raised for meat or if they're females they are kept on the dairy farm and the cycle starts over. If people knew the awesome things cows are capable of they might consider buying a salad instead of a cheeseburger. We have a second chance to rethink what we eat, whereas 100,000 cows do not have any option to whether they become someone's meal or not.
PIGS
Did you know pigs are smarter than our dogs? Did you know pigs can play video games and can dream much like humans? These are only few of the interesting talents pig have. Even though they are one of the world's 3 smartest animals we kill more than 150,000 each day. Most factory farms do not have the most humane killing methods: a recent investigation in 2008 found that pigs were being lifted by chains around their necks and hung for until finally their necks were slit open. This is against many laws in the United States and ultimately the factory was shut down. The pigs in that farm were lucky and no doubt there are many more farms all over the world just like this one. Pigs are as smart as 3-year old children; we dont eat our kids or our dogs, so why would we eat these cute little animals?
TRUTH.
Face the facts: eating meat does so much unnecessary harm to millions of animals every day. Calves, chicks, and piglettes will grow up in factory farms alone with no families or friends. Every day they will be tortured until they are big enough to be slaughtered. You can help stop this cruelty by not eating meat,but, if you cannot give up animal flesh you can always be a part of many animal cruelty prevention groups. This madness can be stopped. A cow may not be a cute cat, a pig may not be man's best friend, and a chicken may not be a cute little hamster, but these animals deserve to be loved and will show you love if we just gave them the chance. So next time youre about to enjoy that hamburger remember just because it doesn't cuddle with you at night or bring you the morning newspaper doesn't make it any less of a living being.
Felix "El Gato" Castro
To an athlete dying young
By Stephanie Meza
Felix "El Gato" Castro was a former raider who passed away on October 9, 2010. What made Castro stand out from other alumni was his boxing career. Felix Castro was born on December 16, 1991. Castro had a future in boxing in Mexico: he represented Baja California in the national Olympic, and brought back home 2 medals in 2008 and 2009. He would train every day at the Mojac gym, with hope in his heart than one day his name would be known all around the world for what he did in the boxing ring. Felix had the support from everyone around him, especially his father and coach. With his mind set to succeed, Felix was on his journey for a second victory, but unfortunately life came unexpected and he couldn't get his second victory.
On Saturday, October 9th, 2010 while at a family reunion, Felix was chewing on a water bottle cap and swallowed it by accident. Felix immediately tried to pull it out, and many of his family members tried to help, but it was useless - the cap was stuck. They rushed him to the hospital, but he died on the way there. His death was a surprise to everyone, the way it happened made many people reflect on how death comes unexpectedly at times. No one expected Felix, a boxing champion, to die at such a young age and in such an unexpected way.
His classmates from the class of 2010 were in shock. Tabatha Aceves, a former Raider who was a friend of Felix said: "Felix was such a sweet and fun person...I saw him as a happy individual because he was good at what he loved doing the most: Boxing." Tabatha also added: "I'm very sad and shocked by his death, and mostly because the way it happened could have been prevented, I will always remember him." Another friend, Jorge Beltran also told us: "It's awfully ironic how such a strong, dedicated champion could go down so easily in an accident as such. Really makes you think about how life could be taken away with so much ease if one is not careful...my respects Felix "EL Gato" Castro..."
Champion, and loyal friend, Felix will always be remembered for the magic and power he created with his boxing gloves on, and for the funny and happy guy everyone knew at school.
R.I.P. Felix "El Gato" Castro.
You will be missed but NEVER forgotten.
By Stephanie Meza
Felix "El Gato" Castro was a former raider who passed away on October 9, 2010. What made Castro stand out from other alumni was his boxing career. Felix Castro was born on December 16, 1991. Castro had a future in boxing in Mexico: he represented Baja California in the national Olympic, and brought back home 2 medals in 2008 and 2009. He would train every day at the Mojac gym, with hope in his heart than one day his name would be known all around the world for what he did in the boxing ring. Felix had the support from everyone around him, especially his father and coach. With his mind set to succeed, Felix was on his journey for a second victory, but unfortunately life came unexpected and he couldn't get his second victory.
On Saturday, October 9th, 2010 while at a family reunion, Felix was chewing on a water bottle cap and swallowed it by accident. Felix immediately tried to pull it out, and many of his family members tried to help, but it was useless - the cap was stuck. They rushed him to the hospital, but he died on the way there. His death was a surprise to everyone, the way it happened made many people reflect on how death comes unexpectedly at times. No one expected Felix, a boxing champion, to die at such a young age and in such an unexpected way.
His classmates from the class of 2010 were in shock. Tabatha Aceves, a former Raider who was a friend of Felix said: "Felix was such a sweet and fun person...I saw him as a happy individual because he was good at what he loved doing the most: Boxing." Tabatha also added: "I'm very sad and shocked by his death, and mostly because the way it happened could have been prevented, I will always remember him." Another friend, Jorge Beltran also told us: "It's awfully ironic how such a strong, dedicated champion could go down so easily in an accident as such. Really makes you think about how life could be taken away with so much ease if one is not careful...my respects Felix "EL Gato" Castro..."
Champion, and loyal friend, Felix will always be remembered for the magic and power he created with his boxing gloves on, and for the funny and happy guy everyone knew at school.
R.I.P. Felix "El Gato" Castro.
| "So set, before its echoes fade, | |
| The fleet foot on the sill of shade, | |
| And hold to the low lintel up | |
| The still-defended challenge-cup..." |
You will be missed but NEVER forgotten.
Bullying can lead to death
Raiders Don't Bully
By Vianney Casas
Bullying? Homicide.
“Nine teens, including three juveniles, have been charged in connection with the death of a 15-year-old Massachusetts girls who committed suicide after weeks of bullying on Facebook and at her high school.” “Seth Walsh, a California teen spent the better part of the last 10 days on life support after attempting suicide over relentless bullying because he was gay.” “Jon Carmichael took his own life Sunday after what some say was bullying by bigger classmates.”
“In the US, a person convicted of murder is typically given a life sentence or even the death penalty for such an act.”
Bullies are nothing but murderers. The coldest, heartless way to murder someone slowly, breaking their heart in the process, causing a mix of the worst feelings is killing someone with words, words coming out of our mouths like rattlesnakes. For the heartless bullies out there: Do you not realize all you’re causing? Can’t you see it in the person's face? The pain, the heartbreak your nasty offending words are causing ? What if someone else teated you the same way? Now, let's see how that feels.
Why do people bully? Is it pure boredom, no life, nothing better to do? Is it ignorance, feeling like you’re God to judge others and superior enough to put people down,feeling like they’re in Hell? Is it that you're so mad at the world, so insecure about yourself, that you have to take it out on someone else? Someone that didn’t do a thing to you and yet you kill them. Wait, I think I know the answer. Maybe you just like ending people’s lives. Destroying a family, the future they had ahead. Maybe you like knowing they will never accomplish what they had planned, have a family, live a life like the one you’ll keep living and should’ve spent in jail for the damaged done.
Why can’t people accept others the way they are. There’s racism, making fun of homosexuals, or just simply the talking about someone because of the way they dress, they think, they speak, they act. But how about you? Do you for some reason think you’re perfect? Do you feel like you have a right to make people feel like they’re the worst thing in the world. Do you think you have the right to destroy their lives? Keep laughing. Do you think it's funny how someone committed suicide because of you, how a family is breaking down in tears because of you? Save them a little pain, the sleepless nights, the fear to present themselves to the world, the thoughts, the humiliation. Why don’t you save them all you cause. I suggest you think before you speak. Just think, get in that person’s shoes for just a minute. Let's see if those words come out, lets see if you can laugh.
Anti-Bullying laws are being enforced where the schools can expel the person bullying and the authorities might take care of it. I say give them life sentence. After all what they do is kill an innocent individual with a heart.
And for those out there that are being bullied: Don't worry, everything will be OK. Don’t be afraid to speak up. You’re amazing just the way you are. There are plenty people out there that love you for who you are. Believe me. You’re worth way more than those who hurt others.
Sources:http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/hhs_psa/pdfs/sbn_tip_6.pdf
http://articles.cnn.com/2010-03-30/justice/massachusetts.bullying.suicide_1_scheibel-students-massachusetts-school?_s=PM:CRIME
http://www.lgbtqnation.com/2010/09/gay-teen-dies-after-10-days-on-life-support-following-suicide-attempt-over-anti-gay-bullying/
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-6173960-504083.html
By Vianney Casas
Bullying? Homicide.
“Nine teens, including three juveniles, have been charged in connection with the death of a 15-year-old Massachusetts girls who committed suicide after weeks of bullying on Facebook and at her high school.” “Seth Walsh, a California teen spent the better part of the last 10 days on life support after attempting suicide over relentless bullying because he was gay.” “Jon Carmichael took his own life Sunday after what some say was bullying by bigger classmates.”
“In the US, a person convicted of murder is typically given a life sentence or even the death penalty for such an act.”
Bullies are nothing but murderers. The coldest, heartless way to murder someone slowly, breaking their heart in the process, causing a mix of the worst feelings is killing someone with words, words coming out of our mouths like rattlesnakes. For the heartless bullies out there: Do you not realize all you’re causing? Can’t you see it in the person's face? The pain, the heartbreak your nasty offending words are causing ? What if someone else teated you the same way? Now, let's see how that feels.
Why do people bully? Is it pure boredom, no life, nothing better to do? Is it ignorance, feeling like you’re God to judge others and superior enough to put people down,feeling like they’re in Hell? Is it that you're so mad at the world, so insecure about yourself, that you have to take it out on someone else? Someone that didn’t do a thing to you and yet you kill them. Wait, I think I know the answer. Maybe you just like ending people’s lives. Destroying a family, the future they had ahead. Maybe you like knowing they will never accomplish what they had planned, have a family, live a life like the one you’ll keep living and should’ve spent in jail for the damaged done.
Why can’t people accept others the way they are. There’s racism, making fun of homosexuals, or just simply the talking about someone because of the way they dress, they think, they speak, they act. But how about you? Do you for some reason think you’re perfect? Do you feel like you have a right to make people feel like they’re the worst thing in the world. Do you think you have the right to destroy their lives? Keep laughing. Do you think it's funny how someone committed suicide because of you, how a family is breaking down in tears because of you? Save them a little pain, the sleepless nights, the fear to present themselves to the world, the thoughts, the humiliation. Why don’t you save them all you cause. I suggest you think before you speak. Just think, get in that person’s shoes for just a minute. Let's see if those words come out, lets see if you can laugh.
Anti-Bullying laws are being enforced where the schools can expel the person bullying and the authorities might take care of it. I say give them life sentence. After all what they do is kill an innocent individual with a heart.
And for those out there that are being bullied: Don't worry, everything will be OK. Don’t be afraid to speak up. You’re amazing just the way you are. There are plenty people out there that love you for who you are. Believe me. You’re worth way more than those who hurt others.
Sources:http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/hhs_psa/pdfs/sbn_tip_6.pdf
http://articles.cnn.com/2010-03-30/justice/massachusetts.bullying.suicide_1_scheibel-students-massachusetts-school?_s=PM:CRIME
http://www.lgbtqnation.com/2010/09/gay-teen-dies-after-10-days-on-life-support-following-suicide-attempt-over-anti-gay-bullying/
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-6173960-504083.html
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
16 de Septiembre
Raiders celebrate Mexican Independence Day
By Stephanie Meza
On September 15, Raiders had the opportunity to celebrate Mexico's Independence (which is on September 16) during the annual 16 de Septiembre assembly hosted by M.E.Ch.A. Given that about 90% of the Raider population are Hispanic, this is a very popular assembly on campus. But besides all the "fiesta" that goes on on September 16, what is the historical meaning behind it? Since 1521, Hernan Cortez and other Spanish conquistadors had been invading the western hemisphere and taking advantage indigenous peoples by getting rich off of them. During the years 1521-1810 Mexico was known as "new Spain." September 16, 1810 was when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave the call to action for people to revolutionize against the Spanish crown. This year in particular, Mexico's independence is special because it's celebrating 200 years (bicentennial).
This year's assembly's theme was the bicentennial and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Raiders enjoyed answering trivia questions about Mexico's history and the world cup. They enjoyed the activities such as "futbolito" that took place in the middle of the gym where a mini-soccer court was built. Two memorable performances also took place that day during the assembly. The first one was the "waka-waka" dance that was performed by many lady-raiders in M.E.Ch.A. Then, SOH'S new band "3-Volve" gave an unforgettable performance as the crowd sang along "pero recuerda, nadie es perfecto y tú lo verás♪." Among all these performances, there was one moment during the assembly that grabbed the audience's attention. This was Mr.Rodriguez's speech, in which he spoke about the situation in Mexico, how it's widely known as being the country with the highest murder rate, and its drugs and violence rather than its culture and beauty. He gave the low statistics on education among Latinos, how they're seen as a minority by these numbers. During his speech, he gave additional meaning to the historical one of 16 de Septiembre.
Mexicans take pride in their culture and where they come from. However, there are so many more ways to show this pride. They can wave their flag, and cheer for their team as much as they want, but is this going to change the situation in Mexico? As an active M.E.Ch.A member and a proud Latina, I believe that it's time for things to change. Just like Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave a call to action for revolution, Mr. Rodriguez gave his own call to action, to change the low statistics. The best way to show we're proud of where we come from is giving our people something to be proud of, through education. We have the ability to change these statistics, and make those numbers higher.
Let's prove the current statistics wrong.
By Stephanie Meza
On September 15, Raiders had the opportunity to celebrate Mexico's Independence (which is on September 16) during the annual 16 de Septiembre assembly hosted by M.E.Ch.A. Given that about 90% of the Raider population are Hispanic, this is a very popular assembly on campus. But besides all the "fiesta" that goes on on September 16, what is the historical meaning behind it? Since 1521, Hernan Cortez and other Spanish conquistadors had been invading the western hemisphere and taking advantage indigenous peoples by getting rich off of them. During the years 1521-1810 Mexico was known as "new Spain." September 16, 1810 was when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave the call to action for people to revolutionize against the Spanish crown. This year in particular, Mexico's independence is special because it's celebrating 200 years (bicentennial).
This year's assembly's theme was the bicentennial and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Raiders enjoyed answering trivia questions about Mexico's history and the world cup. They enjoyed the activities such as "futbolito" that took place in the middle of the gym where a mini-soccer court was built. Two memorable performances also took place that day during the assembly. The first one was the "waka-waka" dance that was performed by many lady-raiders in M.E.Ch.A. Then, SOH'S new band "3-Volve" gave an unforgettable performance as the crowd sang along "pero recuerda, nadie es perfecto y tú lo verás♪." Among all these performances, there was one moment during the assembly that grabbed the audience's attention. This was Mr.Rodriguez's speech, in which he spoke about the situation in Mexico, how it's widely known as being the country with the highest murder rate, and its drugs and violence rather than its culture and beauty. He gave the low statistics on education among Latinos, how they're seen as a minority by these numbers. During his speech, he gave additional meaning to the historical one of 16 de Septiembre.
Mexicans take pride in their culture and where they come from. However, there are so many more ways to show this pride. They can wave their flag, and cheer for their team as much as they want, but is this going to change the situation in Mexico? As an active M.E.Ch.A member and a proud Latina, I believe that it's time for things to change. Just like Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave a call to action for revolution, Mr. Rodriguez gave his own call to action, to change the low statistics. The best way to show we're proud of where we come from is giving our people something to be proud of, through education. We have the ability to change these statistics, and make those numbers higher.
Let's prove the current statistics wrong.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Negative effects of drugs.
Think ahead
by Vianney Casa
There are writers who say they need drugs to get inspired. There are artists who do drugs before their performance in order to perform well and without a care. There are people use it to forget about problems. Unfortunately, 46% of teens at schools report using drugs.
Positive: (According to them)
You will feel relaxed.
You will forget about every single problem in your life.
You go to all these places you’ve never been to, and you see things you’ve never seen.
Life turns 'Oh so colorful and happy'.
I won’t be at risk of getting kicked out of my crew.
It just makes me look cool.
Nice. Now let’s get back to reality...
You might feel relaxed at the moment and no problems will exist only for a few minutes, then eventually your problems will still be there; you’ll be back to normal. And not only that you have probably made it worse.
-Drugs can have horrible consequences.
Academically: the declining of grades, school absences, increased probability of dropping out of school, falling asleep in class, not performing well in classes, and not trying to your hardest potential.
Physically: Injuries due to accidents (car accidents), physical disabilities and diseases,possible overdoses leading to death, along with death through suicide, homicide, accident, and illness.
Mentally: Depression, developmental lags, apathy, withdrawal from friends, family, and simply life.
Delinquency: Arrest, adjudication, and intervention by the juvenile justice system.
Friends: You will most likely lose most of them.
Family: Putting family and crisis and at risk of being in danger.
If you get kicked out of your “crew” for saying no to drugs, well then THEY ARE NOT YOUR REAL FRIENDS. What friend would want to put you in the danger of illness, death, and all the suffering drug addicts go through?
You will look cool? You won’t. To the other drug addicts you might, but then people doing drugs don’t look so good. Think of your future. Will you get a job when you’re doing drugs? Will you live to your 90’s doing drugs? Will you enjoy life as wonderful as it is, when doing drugs? Would you trade happiness, all the people that love you, all your successful future ahead of you, all the real fun, the wonderfully beautiful moments of life, just to look “cool”?
Don’t be tricked, Raiders; choose wisely. Remember that time machines do not exist. Think about the things mentioned above and ask yourself if you're willing to waste your life for 5 minutes of feeling free. Are you willing to that the risk of getting arrested, losing your friends, getting Fs, and losing your life knowing you’ll never get it back. Just don't look back in time and say that you regret it, you're making the choice to do it right now.
Sources: http://www.ojjdp.ncjrs.gov/PUBS/drugid/ration-03.html
http://library.thinkquest.org/C0125202/My%20website/reason.htm
If you need help: Call 1-800-662-HELP to reach a free referral helpline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Or talk to your parents about it, don't be scared, everything will be OK.
There are writers who say they need drugs to get inspired. There are artists who do drugs before their performance in order to perform well and without a care. There are people use it to forget about problems. Unfortunately, 46% of teens at schools report using drugs.
Positive: (According to them)
You will feel relaxed.
You will forget about every single problem in your life.
You go to all these places you’ve never been to, and you see things you’ve never seen.
Life turns 'Oh so colorful and happy'.
I won’t be at risk of getting kicked out of my crew.
It just makes me look cool.
Nice. Now let’s get back to reality...
You might feel relaxed at the moment and no problems will exist only for a few minutes, then eventually your problems will still be there; you’ll be back to normal. And not only that you have probably made it worse.
-Drugs can have horrible consequences.
Academically: the declining of grades, school absences, increased probability of dropping out of school, falling asleep in class, not performing well in classes, and not trying to your hardest potential.
Physically: Injuries due to accidents (car accidents), physical disabilities and diseases,possible overdoses leading to death, along with death through suicide, homicide, accident, and illness.
Mentally: Depression, developmental lags, apathy, withdrawal from friends, family, and simply life.
Delinquency: Arrest, adjudication, and intervention by the juvenile justice system.
Friends: You will most likely lose most of them.
Family: Putting family and crisis and at risk of being in danger.
If you get kicked out of your “crew” for saying no to drugs, well then THEY ARE NOT YOUR REAL FRIENDS. What friend would want to put you in the danger of illness, death, and all the suffering drug addicts go through?
You will look cool? You won’t. To the other drug addicts you might, but then people doing drugs don’t look so good. Think of your future. Will you get a job when you’re doing drugs? Will you live to your 90’s doing drugs? Will you enjoy life as wonderful as it is, when doing drugs? Would you trade happiness, all the people that love you, all your successful future ahead of you, all the real fun, the wonderfully beautiful moments of life, just to look “cool”?
Don’t be tricked, Raiders; choose wisely. Remember that time machines do not exist. Think about the things mentioned above and ask yourself if you're willing to waste your life for 5 minutes of feeling free. Are you willing to that the risk of getting arrested, losing your friends, getting Fs, and losing your life knowing you’ll never get it back. Just don't look back in time and say that you regret it, you're making the choice to do it right now.
Sources: http://www.ojjdp.ncjrs.gov/PUBS/drugid/ration-03.html
http://library.thinkquest.org/C0125202/My%20website/reason.htm
If you need help: Call 1-800-662-HELP to reach a free referral helpline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Or talk to your parents about it, don't be scared, everything will be OK.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Runners should be aware.
Raiders, stay safe!
by Stephanie Meza
With the abduction of cross country runner, Chelsea King, in early 2010, runners all over San Diego are being more aware of the safety techniques they should consider for running on the street. Chelsea King was an eye-opener for everyone to see the reality of abductions. This reality became even more alarming a few days ago on September 7th, when someone attempted to abduct one of our cross country runner during practice. During the daily practice, one of the XC athletes was finishing her run when a car approached, and tried to pull her in. Luckily, she escaped and managed to get back to the school safe.
The cross country runners are aware of the dangers they might face while running in the street, but they never had the problem of having one of their team mates in danger. Fortunately, everyone is all right and the problem is now in hands of the police. But should we feel completely safe? Unfortunately, it's the third time in 2010 in which a student from SOH was almost abducted, and this puts some of our Raiders in panic. There's no need to be scared, if you take the necessary precautions when you go run or even walk home, you should be safe.
Always consider the following while walking/running in the street:
• Ditch your music:
Leave your mp3 device at home. If you lose the sense of hearing, you're not aware of any potential threats that might be around you.
• Run with a buddy:
Always take someone with you during your run, if not, let someone else know what route your taking before you take off.
• Vary your routes and times:
Don't make yourself a target, attackers may follow your routine if you do the same one everyday.
• Carry a cell phone:
Immediately contact the police if situations get out of the ordinary.
• Most importantly, FOLLOW YOUR INSTINCTS:
Trust your gut, be safe, if you feel you're being followed, you probably are. NEVER second guess yourself in an unusual situation. SAFETY is ALWAYS the number on PRIORITY.
by Stephanie Meza
With the abduction of cross country runner, Chelsea King, in early 2010, runners all over San Diego are being more aware of the safety techniques they should consider for running on the street. Chelsea King was an eye-opener for everyone to see the reality of abductions. This reality became even more alarming a few days ago on September 7th, when someone attempted to abduct one of our cross country runner during practice. During the daily practice, one of the XC athletes was finishing her run when a car approached, and tried to pull her in. Luckily, she escaped and managed to get back to the school safe.
The cross country runners are aware of the dangers they might face while running in the street, but they never had the problem of having one of their team mates in danger. Fortunately, everyone is all right and the problem is now in hands of the police. But should we feel completely safe? Unfortunately, it's the third time in 2010 in which a student from SOH was almost abducted, and this puts some of our Raiders in panic. There's no need to be scared, if you take the necessary precautions when you go run or even walk home, you should be safe.
Always consider the following while walking/running in the street:
• Ditch your music:
Leave your mp3 device at home. If you lose the sense of hearing, you're not aware of any potential threats that might be around you.
• Run with a buddy:
Always take someone with you during your run, if not, let someone else know what route your taking before you take off.
• Vary your routes and times:
Don't make yourself a target, attackers may follow your routine if you do the same one everyday.
• Carry a cell phone:
Immediately contact the police if situations get out of the ordinary.
• Most importantly, FOLLOW YOUR INSTINCTS:
Trust your gut, be safe, if you feel you're being followed, you probably are. NEVER second guess yourself in an unusual situation. SAFETY is ALWAYS the number on PRIORITY.
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