global warming

Global warming is a huge problem facing today's society. Global warming is the increase in the earth’s average temperature since the mid twentieth century. Greenhouse gasses are responsible for the increase in temperature. In the past century the earth has warmed .32 degrees Fahrenheit. The negative impact of global warming includes melting ice glaciers in the arctic region. Resulting in the penguins and polar bears becoming homeless. It will also create more deserts and shrink the Amazon rain forest. The rain forest provides us with oxygen, and is a home to many exotic animals. Global warming will also increase the intensity of weather events, like hurricanes and tornadoes. Global warming will continue to worsen unless we make some changes. They don't necessarily need to be huge, just little things in your daily life. Like re-filling a water bottle, recycling it when you’re done, or not using a plastic bottle at all. You can car pool, take the bus, or bike! And even though some people don't believe global warming is real, these adjustments can make you live a healthier life. Of course the best way to help the earth is to plant a tree. Trees suck up all the carbon dioxide in the air and produce oxygen for us. 20 Nobel Peace prize scientists declared that if the carbon emissions don’t start declining in the next six years we will face major problems. After 2015 the damage we have done will be irreversible. Global warming is already killing an estimated 300,000 people a year. That number will keep rising until we make some changes, small or big, they all help. So plant a tree, take the bus, or recycle, to help save our planet before it’s too late.

pre writing

1. What is a problem/issue that our entire student body (our school, community, country, etc.) faces today?
global warming

2. What is your view/position on the problem or situation?
that it is real and its bad

3. What would you like to achieve with your editorial? (What is the desired result?)
to convince people to change small things to help the earth

4. How will you persuade your audience to adopt your viewpoint as theirs? List at least 4 persuasive points.
1. that its hurting the earth
2. that its bad for the environment
3. that its hurting us
4. that its easy to make small changes that help

5. How will you motivate your readership to action in your conclusion?
by giving them tips to make changes in their daily life.

6. How will your editorial serve a public purpose?
by helping stop global warming.

books

As the school year slows to an end students are excited to have so much free time. Most of which will be spent catching up on the sleep they lost through out the nine months school was going on. But high school students will also be catching some sun, hanging out with friends and reading. Many students returning next year will be reading books for their AP classes, but some will be reading for pure enjoyment. I spoke to Cory Patel, an Eastview junior, and he filled me in on the books he enjoys. "I would recommend The Catcher in the Rye" Cory says. He also likes The Kite Runner and Soldier X. Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger, is about a mans life and all of his experiences. The Kite Runner, by Khaled Hosseini, which has been turned into a movie, has many awards. The movie was nominated for “best young actor” and “best art direction in a contemporary film” plus much more. It also won the academy award for best picture. The book has also been listed as a best seller. The Kite Runner is a story about a boy growing up in the Afghanistan war zone. He and his best friend grow up motherless, but both have incredibly different futures ahead of them based on their father’s occupations. So as they grow up they grow apart and The Kite Runner shares the story of redemption. Another huge hit turned film was twilight. The twilight series swept not just the nations, but the worlds, teenage girls. Twilight by Stephanie Meyer is about a vampire who falls in love with an average girl. The movie came out in November 2008; the sequel will be out in November 2009. Soldier X, by Don Wulffson, is about a sixteen year old who is drafted into Hitler’s army. It shows you the realities of war, and makes you think differently of it. I also spoke to the librarian about books coming out this summer. “Waiting for you by Susane Colasanti will be a big hit" Ms. Koziy says. Waiting for you is about a young teenage girl who is tired of waiting for the perfect boyfriend, but is taught to live “in the now.” Ms. Koziy says “I read at least an hour a day.” But of course even more on the weekends when she has more free time. When I asked Cory the same question, he said “I read about 4 hours a week, maybe less.” I also looked into Eastview High Schools book club. EVHS has multiple ones, like “Real men read” and “the Eastview book club.” Real men read started out as a male only group, to promote more boys to get reading. It eventually turned into a mixed male and female group. The original “Eastview book club” is for anyone at EVHS who enjoys reading. Anyone can join either group, it just depends what type of experience your are looking for. “Real men read” does more activities besides just reading, for instance they had a pizza party early this year. Many students will be reading for AP classes. That may not be considered an enjoyment but many of the books chosen for class are bestsellers. Though many students will be relaxing and taking a break from home work, the books will be waiting for them when their ready to dig in and enjoy some good stories.

1. Theme Statement: as summer rolls around eastview students await the extra time to spend reading.



Sources:

1. teenage girl

2. teenage boy

3. librarian

4. evhs book club supervisor

5. english teacher

Questions:

1. what are some good books out?

2. what are some big hits about to come out?

3. how often do you read outside of school?

4. are you apart of the evhs book club?

5. what is your favorite book?

news story

You think you know, but you have no idea.The 2008-2009 Eastview cheer season was bound to be great, with the Florida nationals and all the competitions that were planned on being won. But something tore apart a team, a family. Being involved in any sport gets you into a specific group of friends. And with any group of friends comes drama. So I went to find out the truth about what destroyed Eastview High Schools varsity cheer team, and what changes will be made for next year to prevent this.I go in depth and get the stories from both sides of the cheerleaders, along with the coaches and administration and how they feel about a varsity sport being discontinued in mid season. As I spoke with Mr. Percival, Eastview High Schools athletic director, he explained to me how many people this effects, and in so many ways. He admits it was incredibly disappointing to have the season end short. Not only because of all the time and effort the girls had put into practicing but also for the parents who had put time and money into their child's extra curricular activity. He also goes into detail about next year. "There's nothing we can change," Mr. Percival says, because you can’t force people to participate in an activity, and every one has the option of quitting. As I went out to find the reason why the team broke up, I was asked not to use real names because that may bring up issues. "The main reason the team broke up was because of all the lies" Sally, a varsity cheerleader, says. Two of the girls got into a fight, and then the rest of the team broke into two sides. One of the girls was accused of sleeping around and spreading rumors about the other girl. That then caused a fight which led to the division. “It was so hard to watch my dreams just disappear,” Suzie says. She worked so hard all summer to make varsity. She was looking forward to nationals in Florida and dominating in local competitions. “There are still a lot of harsh feelings” she says. She also told me that many of the girls who chose sides still don’t speak. Suzie will try out again this coming year, and will hopefully make varsity. A lot of the girls from last years team will not be trying out again because of what happened. Because of the season ending, one more change came. Both the varsity and junior varsity coaches will not be returning next year. Coach Tracy, the main varsity coach will be having her second child. Coach Amanda, the main junior varsity coach has moved on to begin her teaching career. The new coach is a man, and he has high hopes for the incoming team. Hopefully next year the drama will subside and the team can go and win nationals. The 2008-2009 Eastview varsity cheer team will always be known for the dramatic break up, but it shows the incoming girls what lies ahead and prepares them to handle situations like this in a different way.

interview notes

3 interviews
24 hours in advanced
heads up to interviewees
back round research
write 10-15 interview questions
holy trinity of interviewing
anecdote a brief story told by interviewee entertaining paints a picture for reader paraphrased
revealing quote said by interviewee unique readers insight to personality
portraiture description created by writer based on observations of interviewee relevant to topic
relax gain trust show interest
opener question: oh cute pictures are those your kids?
first step asks about topic
i want to talk to you about the up coming fundraiser would you tell me exactly what your doing?
qualifier
find out if source is qualified what is your role in the fundraising efforts?
routine factual 5W's and h
who's on the committee when will it be
numerical statistical info
how many years have you held this fundraiser?
G O S S E Y
a way to ask deeper questions
goals obstacles solutions start evaluation why
responder clarification
would you explain what you mean im not sure i understand
soliciting a quote
a specific question "tell me exactly what your hopes are for this fundraiser" then, "do i have this down right?"
soliciting an anecdote prompts a short story "what has been the most memorable aspect of the process?"
imaginative strays from the routine "does your team have any superstitions?"
grenade difficult questions " some people say you favor certain players. would you comment on this?"
recover from a grenade: a neutral question, "any last minute strategies to work on before the game?"
concluding the interview
thank you
sign documentation sheet
further questions
not everyone is a great interviewee
plan ahead unforeseen circumstances

game

1. Who will be the new superintendent of district 196?
Jane Bearens
2. How many teachers are absent from school today? Who are they?
10
3. Who is the president of our school board? How many are on the board?
none, 7
4. What date is graduation this year?
june 12
5. Who are the newest faculty members?
Fedje Sundin Bargerin
6. Who is the tallest person at our school?
Mr. Franchino Mr. Tollefson
7. What does DECA stand for?
assosiation of marketing students
8. How many home football games were played this season?
6
9. Who are the student council officers?
Jordan Mckeen Nichole Rechtzigel Nikki Trummer Alex Sertic Kellie Van Beck Nikki Fitzgerald Rachael Anderson
10. Where do you find accurate spelling of a student’s name? Grade level?
guidance office
11. How many students have enrolled at EVHS this year?
2,217
12. Who is the head custodian?
Brian Fisher
13. Who advises the Yearbook?
Jules Kitchener
14. Where is the district office located? (city & street name)
Rosemount
15. Who are the administrators (in addition to Dr. Peterson) and what are their duties?
Dr. Franchino Kim Martens Bruce Miller Matt Percival assistant principals Jodi Hanson student services
16. Who advises the chess club?
Mr. Detmer
17. Name the captain(s) of the girls’ soccer team?
Marissa Price, Sam Mehr, Kelsey North
18. Who manages the cafeteria?
Jean Martin
19. Who are the librarians?
Mrs. O'Sullivan Mrs. Koziy Mrs. Lindgren
20. How many students are taking AP tests this year?
1,156