Student Newspaper of John Burroughs High School - 1920 W. Clark Ave., Burbank, CA 91506 TThehe SSignalignal Friday, December 18, 2020 - Volume LXX, Issue II F਌ਕ਎਋’਄, P P W S, P B J R especially known for his 1980s with about one or two weeks in In the series, Zepeda assumes All of our characters, all of the di- N E fi lms, which coincide with the between episodes. Although we the role of Tammy, a student at alogue, everything, is us, which is Recently, the students of the timeline for Flunk’d. have only seen two episodes so John Hughes High School who awesome, and such a cool experi- Play Production Class of John The fi rst episode premiered on far, it appears that they will be re- is working to get into the high ence. To be able to be in control Burroughs High School began YouTube, an online video stream- leasing these episodes in the same school’s cheerleading team. She of what you’ve produced is pretty broadcasting their play for the ing platform, on October 19th, way, with a few weeks in between is one of the characters who make cool.” Zepeda described the ben- 2020 - 2021 school year. The fi rst 2020. It was directed by Guy each episode’s release. up the wide and diverse group of efi ts of this approach, and how it two episodes of the play are view- Myers from the Play Production Filming in isolation has been characters in this series. helped the actors and actresses able on YouTube. Class, who also assumes the role a challenge, but the cast has fi g- “When you watch two people, create each scene in the way they This year’s drama production of Principal Guyers in the se- ured out new ways to overcome either on a TV show or on a stage, envisioned it. is called Flunk’d and is set during ries, who is the principal of John these challenges. When asked their energies match,” Zepeda In conclusion, despite the chal- the 1980s. The play centers Hughes High School. The music about what it has been like fi lm- said. “You know, if someone is lenging circumstances they face around the students (known as for the series was recorded by An- ing during the lockdown, Senior really high-energy while they’re right now, the John Burroughs the fl unkers) at a fi ctional campus drew Orbison and Ian Felchlin, Lauryn Zepeda, cast member in acting, a lot of times the other ac- High School Play Production called John Hughes High School, while the series was student-pro- the series, said, “It’s really dif- tor will also be high-energy, or in class was still able to create a web presumably named after Amer- duced by Sydney Bax and Crystal ferent from, you know, a normal the same kind of tone so that they series using creativity and inge- ican Filmmaker John Hughes, Rubin. play, because when you act in look cohesive on stage…” Theat- nuity. Although there are current- who worked on fi lms such as Like the fi rst episode, the sec- person, you have another person rical elements like tone and mood ly only two episodes of Flunk’d, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and The ond episode premiered on You- to play off of, and when you’re by have also become a challenge, there will be more in the future on Breakfast Club. Apart from these Tube on November 10th, 2020. yourself, you have to guess what presented with the new circum- the JBHS Drama YouTube chan- fi lms, John Hughes also directed These episodes were released the person is saying, or you have stances brought by the pandemic. nel. While you are waiting for the many other fi lms in the 1980s and in the same manner as that of a family member read a line to However, the editing team has next episode of Flunk’d, you can 1990s. Some of these fi lms went last year’s show, Act One Scene you off -camera...” Because of the adapted to these conditions. also check out all episodes of Act on to become classics, and have Death!, in which there were circumstances that the actors and When asked about editing, One Scene Death! on this chan- further added to his legacy, and, a total of nine episodes and a actresses have to work under, cre- Zepeda responded, “Everything nel. despite passing away in 2009, two-part fi nale released over the ativity and ingenuity are import- in the web series, PlayPro stu- he is still a respected fi lmmaker, course of four months, typically ant. dents wrote, acted, and edited... T Y’ H H E I Mਁ਄ਅ Fਏ਒ Uਓ B K G watch. “Due to the circumstanc- Juan say’s, “We would use Hip piece for the past several weeks. formance.” S W es from COVID-19, we weren’t Hop Explosion as a fundrais- Dance Production’s piece was This show came together with On November 20, 2020, the able to put on a show as we’ve er for our competition season. shown as a group performance. the help of an editor, Tyler Grif- Hip Hop Explosion 2020 show done in previous years, but rath- But of course, our competition Dance Production attire was a fi n. The dancers did an excellent was posted on the John Burroughs er than just not doing it one at season got canceled because of classic hip-hop look with baggy job putting their emotions and Dance Team YouTube channel. all, we wanted to rather do it for COVID-19. So rather than not jeans, black tops, and gold acces- talent into their creative pieces This year, Hip Hop Explosion ourselves to provide a good ex- doing it at all, we wanted to put sories. and the editor did an amazing job was presented by the John Bur- perience for the people on the on a show still and try to create Most of the show was fi lmed capturing those special moments. roughs High School Dance Team, team and the people watching,” that experience as we would in at Verdugo Park with social dis- Even though times are chal- All Male, & Dance Production. explained, Anton Juan, All Male previous years.” tance measures enforced. Dance lenging The John Burroughs The Hip Hop Explosion theme captain. Dance team and All Male had Team and All Male have been High School Dance Department this year was “Made For Us.” Normally around late October, several hip hop pieces that in- practicing for this show for about worked extremely hard to present Although we are in a state of Dance Team and All Male would cluded special returning members a month and a half. This was the this show. It was a fun and unique distance learning, the work and showcase Hip Hop Explosion, and new members. Their clothing fi rst time Dance Team and All way for dancers to create and stu- dedication of the dance team have featuring special performances, attire consisted of masks and col- Male were able to meet and dance dents to watch and enjoy. Hope- been put into this virtual perfor- as a way to raise money for their or-coordinated clothing. in person after having several fully, Dance Team and All Male mance. Their theme, “Made For competition season. Despite their The unique show also featured zoom rehearsals. Jay Barron, All will get to physically showcase Us” represents the hard work canceled competition season, Dance Production who performed Male team member, says, “There their amazing talents next year in they’ve put in for themselves so they are still accepting donations one group hip hop piece. Dance was a lot of professionalism be- the 2021 Spring Show. that they and everyone else can through their GoFundMe. Anton Production was working on this tween dancers to create this per- JBHS S I H S G਒ਅਁਔਅਓਔ Hਉਔਓ B H L Power House. challenge, “You don’t get the since it is a collaboration between happen, the students are beyond S W The students from Dance Pro- same excitement and energy from programs. But in the end the show excited for people to experience Despite the circumstances, the duction performed in a few danc- your classmates when you’re just ended up being fantastic. another one of their shows. Ben show must go on. On December es choreographed by students in recording in your bedroom,” ac- Despite all of the diffi culties Casper says, “The show was 12, 2020 the Choir, Dance, and the program: “Hallelujah” cho- cording to choir member Beatrix that went into making the show great!” Band programs put on their year- reographed by Sorsha Khitkian Park. ly holiday show, Holiday Spec- and Amethyst Vasquez, “Man There is also a struggle with tacular. This is the longest run- With a Bag” choreographed by the learning aspect of the shows. B.O.B. B V L 7PM and went live from Twitch, a ning show started by the previous Sofi a Mari Bacalzo and Riley Mia Schwartz, a member of S W streaming app. choir director Mary Rago. Shepherd, “Santa Tell Me” cho- Dance Production states, “It is On November 7th B.O.B took The show lasted about two This show featured groups reographed by Sofi a BostickZreik very hard to learn over Zoom be- place as a virtual event. B.O.B hours and ended at about 9PM. from all three programs: Dance and Anthony Sanchez and fi nally cause you don’t really have your better known as Burroughs On “I thought it was fun to do it Production, the intermediate girls “Merry Christmas, Happy Holi- choreographer or teacher next to Broadway is an event that takes live like that. No matter what we choir Decibelles, intermediate days” choreographed by Jaylen you teaching.” place once a year in the fall time. did, it still felt like B.O.B.,” said mixed choir Sound Waves, ad- Harvey and Mia Schwartz. But no matter how hard things It is a wonderful traditional event Maddie. vanced girls choir Sound Sensa- Band provided the music for get people like to look on the that the choir students look for- The kids really gave it their all tions, advanced mixed choir Pow- the show. Playing along with the bright side of things. “My favor- ward to every year. All the kids and succeeded. The crowd loved er House, Concert Band, Wind choirs and specialty acts. ite part about doing a virtual show come together and put on a won- the show and thought they did as Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and To close the show, the students is that we are able to record our- derful show for the friends and good as they would if they were Jazz Band. in choir sang “Silent Night” just selves doing the dances as many families. It is Broadway themed on the stage. “Yeah we were not The show was full of singing, as they do every year. This tradi- times until we feel like we have and is full of all the great classics on stage or in person but I believe dancing and music from all of the tion has been running since the the perfect take. Performing live we all know and love. The band there was no diff erence. I had a talented students involved. show was created. The song al- can cause some mishaps to hap- and teach programs also partic- lot of fun,” Angie Huynh told us. Decibelles performed “Santa, ways features a female soloist in pen but there is a lesser chance ipate and show off their mind This year COVID-19 has tak- Teach Me To Dance” choreo- the 12th grade, and this year that of mishaps happening while per- blowing talent. Each year more en us all by surprise. The kids graphed by Ashley Borgese and honor went to Natalie Bernanrd. forming virtually,” shares Antho- and more people come together were pretty disappointed when Shannon Ary. Shannon Ary along Zoey Kohanim, a member of ny Sanchez, a Dance Production and make the amazing show what their trip to New York got can- with Dominic Matas choreo- Sound Sensations, was very ex- student. it is known for, talent. celed last year. Looking back they graphed “Merry Twistmas” for cited to hear her sing, “It’s such a Another student, Sorsha Kh- Maddison Howick a four year did not think it would aff ect their Sound Waves. Sound Sensations beautiful song and tradition and it itkian, said, “My favorite part is choir student said, “This show is B.O.B. or even their 2020-2021 sang Miss Barbra Striesand’s was even more outstanding with that there really aren’t any prec- something I prepare for all year, school year at all. None of us did. version of “Jingle Bells” choreo- her singing the solo.” edents for doing this. If you mess I love coming together with all The kids did a great job of stand- graphed by Corey Hidalgo and This kind of show is still very up, it’s no big deal, because no my fellow classmates and putting ing up to COVID-19 and proving Jen Stanley. On top of choreo- new to everyone participating in one is truly used to the online for- something together that we know that nothing can stop them and graphing for Sound Waves, Dom- it. And though it took a while, mat and it’s all new territory.” will blow people’s minds!” they will always be a family. Ev- inic Matas also choreographed students got used to the format, There were so many moving Due to COVID-19 this year ery other morning from Mondays “Boogie Woogie Santa Claus” for though it was still is a bit of a parts especially with this show was a little diff erent. Sadly the through Thursdays the students students could not come together meet in the mornings for choir. B’ B B C S this year in person but instead did “It has been new to sing over B N E First opened in 1949, the Bur- eryone at Bob’s. not let COVID-19 get in the way Zoom and learn new things S W bank location is the oldest operat- Due to COVID-19, masks are of them throwing an amazing through there,” said Anaya. It’s no question that the ever ing Bob’s Big Boy in the United a new sight at the Bob’s car show, concert. The students came to- This process was not only new changing world we live in has states. however 6 foot social distancing gether virtually and put as much to all of us but also took us all by aff ected our lives in more ways Just as famous as the classic from the cars have always been eff ort in as they could. surprise. “It was a hard thing to than one. Restaurants now have 50s diner itself, the classic car preferred by the owners. “It was pretty weird and diffi - get used to,” the students said. outdoor seating and all business- show is still taking place every Another cool feature that cult, and made me kind of sad to A big congrats to the amazing es require masks. Bob’s Big Boy Friday night. Car enthusiasts will Bob’s has brought back because think that I would have to do my and talented choir,band,and teach is no exception. enjoy a wildly diverse array of of the pandemic is the car hops. last B.O.B over the computer.” programs for putting on an amaz- Bob’s thought ahead and ex- vehicles from all eras. From the You can park in a designated area said Anaya Leath, a Power House ing show this year. panded their outdoor seating into backyard specials, to the muse- and a waiter will bring a tray that member. “Hopefully next year the kids the parking lot. Overhangs, and um quality restorations. From the fi ts on your car window for your It was especially hard for the will be doing in person shows, so outdoor heaters make sure that land yachts of American muscle, food. Bob’s Big Boy is the perfect seniors this year. Not being able they can experience that excite- customers can stay safe while still to the sophisticated Japanese im- example of a business that has to do their last B.O.B ever. One ment again,” said Angie. experiencing the state landmark. ports, there’s something for ev- been able to adapt for the better. Saturday night the show began at PAGE 2 F DECEMBER 18, 2020 Y L P B S H pants attend each session and ac- about updates about other youth To explain, you must fi ll out subjects. S W tively contribute to a community leadership programs. the application that consists of If you are selected as a fi nalist, The Youth Leadership Pro- project in order to graduate. If you are interested in attend- several open-ended questions that you will have to complete an in- gram is a chance for high school Past participants describe ing this program, you would have cover what your passions are, terview. students in the Burbank area to these fi eld trips as being able to to go through a lengthy applica- what makes you unique, and what Finally, a few fi nalists will be earn volunteer hours, meet with learn about what happens “on the tion process once this program is career you are interested in pursu- selected to become a part of the other high school students and inside” of these organizations. available once again. ing professionally as well as other Youth Leadership Program. city leaders, expand their knowl- They also described how these edge about diff erent education- trips taught them to appreciate RISE al and career opportunities, and diff erent organizations and the B K S off erings for residents that allow knowledge but also interact with have their confi dence fl ourish. services they provide in that these S W their leadership skills to grow. other people and build great rela- Other benefi ts include oppor- experiences also demonstrated If you are looking for a chance The class sessions are held every tionships. tunities to build your resume and how there is a thought process be- to be involved in the community, Wednesday from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, This program looks for ap- to get to have a close relationship hind everything. bring ideas to the table, and meet from January to March 2021.The- plicants who demonstrate the with not only Burbank leaders but Faculty members and student new people RISE will be the per- sessessions are not limited to one excitement, willingness, and the city of Burbank itself. participants all describe this pro- fect program for you. RISE is a specifi c meeting place, but will be commitment it takes to improve This program has a total of six gram as enlightening, education- free nine week program that is scheduled throughout various lo- their neighborhoods. It is always interactive sessions, which in- al, and fun. made to empower leaders from cations in Burbank that highlight important to put your best into clude both practice-oriented and One faculty member stated, the City of Burbank. that week’s discussion and focus. this program and take it seriously classroom activities. “Way more than education. Way The program’s mission is to The program will then conclude because you are not only work- Initially, the Youth Leadership more than leadership. Way more inspire leadership, create better with a graduation ceremony for ing for yourself but for others to Program was created to help at- than just what the paper says.” neighborhoods, and work to make the participants. At every sin- make it a better place. In order to risk youth in Burbank and give A student participant described a diff erence in the community by gle meeting there will be a light participate people must live in the them a safe space where they the program as, “a link to the real combining knowledge, skills, dinner as a plus for participants. City of Burbank. Attendance is were able to get involved in the world” and that they were “given values, and motivation. Residents The sessions are made to devel- very important when it comes to community. value as teens.” have the opportunity to become op knowledge of the community, the success of the program, mean- Though this program was Other student participants resource ambassadors, participate allow participants to personally ing that it is mandatory that all started for a plethora of reasons, credit the program in helping ma- in local government, develop and grow their leadership skills and meetings be attended. Joining this its main reason was to teach ture their social skills by making strengthen leadership skills, net- abilities. Participants are taught program means you are commit- students important skills such them much more outgoing. work with other local leaders, and to project plan, put forward plans, ted to working with others in your as leadership, networking, and Additionally, the program was enhance community knowledge. and learn to be a good public community to do what it takes to self-confi dence. described as a “safe space” where Participating in this program speaker. Learning to connect with bring out the best in the city. Par- If that’s not enough, partic- they felt comfortable while also exposes you to many volunteer- local government and foster the ticipants also must be willing to ipants also go on various fi eld learning about what being an ac- ing opportunities and creates an community is important as well. take action in community service trips where they explore diff erent tive part of the community meant event that brings together the During this time it is required and civic activities, as an example businesses and organizations. For and learning more in-depth about community to off er new ideas of the participants to complete that could be serving as a neigh- example, past participants visited the city. and have a part in what the City a volunteer or community based borhood ambassador. To succeed the local fi re department and po- Unfortunately, due to the rap- of Burbank plans. Joining this group project that benefi ts people in this program everyone must lice department. id spread of COVID-19 and local program will be a great help to in the City. It will be an amazing attend all ten sessions to receive a However, in order to partic- health and safety regulations, the aspiring leaders because it allows opportunity to see everyones hard certifi cate of completion. ipate in this program, there is a Youth Leadership Program has them to interact with many diff er- work pay off and be something All of this is subject to change certain level of commitment that been canceled for 2021. Howev- ent people to plan something ben- that is great for the community as during the COVID-19 pandemic. is required. er, you can check the Burbank efi cial towards the community. a whole. Not only will residents Contact RISE for more informa- It is mandatory that partici- website for more information In the program there are wide get the chance to expand their tion. PAGE 3 H DECEMBER 18, 2020 H D-T B J B can expect to see a record-setting class artists from theater, TV, and S W 110’ tall Christmas tree, Christ- fi lm. In this hour-long expedition This year there will be many mas under the sea, and a camping to repair Santa’s sleigh, you will holiday-themed events you can Christmas land. This event takes enjoy dazzling light shows and attend from the comfort of your place at Irwindale speedway from many holiday sights and sounds. car. These events are a perfect November 25th to January 10th. You will need a smartphone that way to spend the holidays with Tickets cost $59 per car with an connects to your car’s sound sys- family and friends safely. Here eight-person maximum per car. tem to experience the narration is a list of fi ve drive-thru holiday If you love holiday treats, con- that guides you through the quest. events in and around Los Angeles sider celebrating with Knott’s Tickets start at $24.95 per per- this holiday season. Taste of Merry Farm from De- son. Shows open in Los Angeles WonderLand is a holiday cember 27th through January 3rd. County from now to January 3rd. drive-thru that includes millions While the park remains closed, At Christmas in Color you can of dazzling lights and holiday de- Knotts has still been transformed drive through acres watching over cor. There is so much to expect into a holiday wonderland. There 1.5 million breath-taking lights on this drive-thru including elab- are thousands of lights, countless all synchronized to music coming orate sets, synchronized holiday holiday settings, and miles of fes- right through your car radio. This music lights, a stuff ed holiday tive garland that serve as a back- event takes place in San Dimas stocking, and even visits from drop to tasty holiday food. Knotts at Raging Waters. You will drive Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and the is serving over 60 foods and by giant candy canes, snowmen, C: M B Elves. This festive event starts on drinks items that guests can en- and through huge archways. This November 23rd and will last up joy. Adult tasting (12+) cards cost event starts on November 20th until the 30th of December. Tick- $40 while Junior tasting cards through January 3rd. Prices start A C C ets cost $60 for regular-sized ve- (3-11) cost $20. These cards are from $30 per vehicle. B C are leaving to go get food or to hicles and $80 for large vehicles. limited due to the proper distance If you’re interested in spend- S W use the restroom. The cinema will In Santa’s Speedway Christ- of guests. ing time with family and friends Christmas is just around the be showing some fun Christmas mas Lights Drive-thru Spectacu- In the Elf on the Shelf magical during the holidays all while be- corner and this year’s holiday movies for families to enjoy. lar you will drive through an actu- holiday journey, you are joining ing safe and comfortable consid- season might be even better than This drive-in movie cinema is al NASCAR track that leads you the elves on a drive-thru quest to er going to a drive-thru event or the last. Although the eff ect of located in King Gillette Ranch in to Santa’s village and a series of build more Christmas spirit. This light show to get into the holiday COVID-19 has taken a toll on ev- the Santa Monica Mountains. incredible lighting displays. You story is brought to life by world- spirit this year. eryone, it’s safe to say that Christ- Now for the ones who are de- mas celebrations will still go on ciding to stay home altogether and as planned this year. don’t want to go out, I have a few H P If you are planning on travel- great ideas that can help make B E MM wearing, social distancing, and (From (https://www.cdc.gov/ ing this holiday season, I suggest your Christmas celebration a bit S W handwashing, pose less risk than coronavirus/2019-ncov/dai- you travel by car if possible to more festive. You can do these With the Holiday Season gatherings where fewer or no ly-life-coping/holidays.html) ) limit the chances of coming into activities with your friends and afoot, most of the students at preventive measures are being The most important aspect of contact with the virus at the air- family but they can also be done John Burroughs High School implemented.” (https://www.cdc. the Holidays is being with Fam- port. Although plane tickets are by yourself! and their parents and family are gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/dai- ily and Friends, and sharing time at a low right now, it is still not a First activity for all the hot expectant and unsure of their ly-life-coping/holidays.html) with those you love. In order for good idea to travel. chocolate lovers out there. You celebrations, and how they will The thing that may pose the this to be possible in the future, For those you are planning on can make yourself a hot chocolate approach and navigate travel and greatest threat to the well being we have to make sacrifi ces which staying in California this year I bomb! It’s a chocolate ball fi lled visitation with family, during the of Americans may be the “Use of benefi t the common good, and have some suggestions for the with hot chocolate powder on the most wonderful time of the year. alcohol or drugs may alter judg- general health this winter. festivities that you and your fam- inside along with some marshmal- The confl ict has reached an inter- ment and make it more diffi cult This is not to say you can’t ily can go and enjoy while still lows or anything else you want in national scale, with millions of to practice COVID-19 safety.” still see those you hold dear this staying safe. your hot chocolate. people unsure of what to do and (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavi- Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, A classic Christmas tradition This hot chocolate bomb is how to stay safe while doing it. rus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/ or Diwali, but like everything else that you can participate in would great for gifting as well as adding According to the CDC, people holidays.html) The normal fes- in 2020, it will have to be a big be driving around and viewing a new way to make your hot choc- are currently being told to keep tive and loving parts of being adjustment, one where we’ll all Christmas lights. This is an awe- olate. celebrations within the groups of with family, like sharing hugs or have to take responsibility for our some way to spend time with The second thing you can do people that live under each roof, holding hands, may be risk fac- actions and behaviors, making family and still enjoy the magic this Christmas is have a virtual and visit with those outside of tors, that simply are too danger- sure to be cautious and courteous of Christmas. Christmas party. This is great if your household virtually, or if in ous for any large gathering this of others. Some places that have some you want to spend some time with person, to take precautions such Holiday season. Video calls and shared time amazing Christmas lights are distant relatives or if you want to as mask wearing and testing prior Whether you are choosing over the phone may replace more Daisy’s Christmas Adventure in celebrate the holiday season with to celebrations indoors. “In-per- to risk spreading or contracting aff ectionate tradition this year, Long beach and Norton Winter any of your friends who live far son gatherings that bring together COVID, you should NOT join but as responsible people, we Wonderland in Burbank. Both away. family members or friends from any form of close family gather- have to remember that things these places have amazing light The virtual Christmas party diff erent households, including ing if you meet any of the follow- aren’t always personal or dire. shows and the displays are as can consist of having an online college students returning home, ing criteria: Traditions change when circum- Christmasy as it can get. trivia game, virtual white elephant pose varying levels of risk.” -Has been diagnosed with stance does. The importance of Second thing that you can do gift exchange, or even play a fun (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavi- COVID-19 and has not met the seeing family right now, does not with your family is attend The Elf Kahoot game. 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Stay safe, and keep others car just like how they would do spice up your Christmas is have attendees during the gathering last 14 days safe too. Happy Holidays. in Santa’s workshop. The expe- a Netfl ix party. You can watch – Gatherings with more safety -Is at increased risk of severe ill- rience also includes scenery like your favorite holiday movies with measures in place, such as mask ness from COVID-19. a toy workshop, gingerbread vil- your friends and family on Netfl ix lage, and “Santa’ Magical Grot- through Netfl ix party. This allows to.” everyone who is in the party to H I T P C This magical journey is locat- watch the movie at the same time B S S Some activities that have also ways to support the businesses ed in Fairfax, Pomona and it’s and you can even comment on the S W happened annually have been around Burbank. Since the begin- available till January 3, 2021. movie while watching it. With the Holidays coming pictures with Santa, a car show, ning of quarantine Ladies Night Next we have the classic This is great for families who up, the celebrations are slowly a snow play area, and more. One which occurs every last Friday holiday tradition like outdoor can’t get together this Christmas starting to happen. Sadly though big part of Holiday in the Park night of the month has been can- movies! Now instead of sitting to enjoy their favorite holiday due to COVID-19 many events is usually the food trucks which celed as well. Ladies Night con- in a park all together with your classics together even though they regarding holiday celebration include: Cousins Maine Lobster, tributes to a lot of the funding that friends and family while enjoying can’t be in the same room. or regular events have come to The Grilled Cheese Truck, Pou- goes to small businesses on Mag- a classic Christmas movie, you’ll These are some fun ideas to be canceled or postponed. This tine Brothers, and many more. nolia. do it while sitting in the comfort help spice up your Christmas cel- leaves no sympathy for special Usually the food trucks are one Although Ladies Nights have of your car. ebration this year during these annual events including Holiday of the main attractions. Although been canceled there has been an Outdoor movies are now mov- hard times. I hope your holiday in the Park. making lines during a global pan- alternative that came up over the ing to drive in movies! The Street season will still be amazing this Since quarantine started large demic and trying to social dis- quarantine. On the same Friday Food Cinema is changing this year even if you can’t do all of events are very risky due lack of tance would be impossible as the nights that Ladies Nights would year to a drive in movie event your regular holiday traditions social distancing. Plus with cases streets and sidewalks are only so occur the organizers of Ladies where guests have to stay in their with your friends and family! on the rise there is no chance of big and there are so many people. Nights have come up with a so- vehicle at all times unless they any big events even if it’s jolly Without Holiday in the Park cially distanced alternative called C: M B and full of Christmas spirit. though it brings the question of Ladies and Gents Night In. J B In previous years Holiday in how some vendors and stores will Ladies and Gents Night In as the Park is a night on a Friday in get to advertise their Holiday dis- said previously is on the same November. Magnolia gets closed counts or their gifts to be given. night that Ladies Night would off from North Hollywood Way Many people who walk down the occur although instead of going to North Catalina Street. Ven- street that night in November buy out to eat and walk on Magnolia dors set up all up and down the gifts and pretty little handmade you call in an order and pick up street and so do some local school presents to support teams and to to support local businesses. Also teams, activities for kids, and give unique gifts for the Holiday some food trucks show up which local stores. It is usually a very season. you can virtually order as well for crowded night as the sidewalks In addition, many teams also pick up, rather than go out of your and the streets are full of people. receive a large amount of funding home. This obviously right now isn’t from Holiday in the Park due to Sadly due to a recent the safest thing to do as it is not selling candy and performance. COVID-19 spike it does not look the easiest task to social distance This also includes small sellers like there are going to be any big in a place where you can’t even who sell handmade items and holiday events. Although there are fi nd a parking spot. Especially cannot anymore because there is still ways to support your local with activities such as jumping in no way to sell without the event. businesses and have a good holi- a bounce house full of other little Although Holiday in the Park day season in a safe way! kids. isn’t happening there are other PAGE 4 O DECEMBER 18, 2020 S JBHS H P O O C? B L R away without being charged for protests, Americans have been B B S walking into campus. SRO’s are S W her death. Police violence doesn’t noticing militarization in the sys- S W trained for situations that involve As our nation continues to see always happen, but in today’s tem and have called to defund John Burroughs has two cur- someone with a weapon who has injustice within our police sys- times where it is growing more the police or at least tone down rent SROs (school resource offi - an intention to hurt anyone on tem, people are calling for much and more common, it isn’t a good their weapons. While School Re- cers) who walk around campus, campus. Not only can SRO’s try needed reforms in the actions our idea to take chances, especially in source Offi cers might not be on talking with students, and work- to handle school shooters, they’ve police carry out. One of the many our schools. the same scale as some offi cers ing with administrators to aid also been trained to deescalate duties of police at the moment is One reason someone might out there, a study from Education in providing a safe environment suicide attempts and can aid in to deploy School Resource Of- want a School Resource Offi cer Week showed that the majority on campus. A common topic of medical emergencies. They are fi cers on campus to supervise on campus would be to make the of School Resource Offi cers will conversation in schools district responsible for being attentive, schools. I think that in today’s students there feel safer. Howev- carry a gun, a mace, and a TASER is getting rid of SRO’s that are aware, and must respond quickly climate, it is not a good idea to er, according to the Public Policy with them to schools frequently. assigned to schools. If an SRO to urgent situations. utilize School Resource Offi cers, Institute of California, evidence Guns are obviously very danger- witnesses some type of interfer- If there is evidence of a fre- and we should not have police on doesn’t show their presence ous, and one being brought into ence with students like a fi ght, quent crime reporting like car campus. makes schools any safer. In fact, a school could potentially end up drugs, or anything that requires break ins, kidnappings, sexual One reason I think we it has shown that African Ameri- in the hands of a student or some- authoritative attention that anoth- traffi ckers, or child predators who shouldn’t have School Resource can students and female students one else that it isn’t intended for. er campus administrator may not have committed a crime in the Offi cers right now is because of tend to feel less safe when there TASERs are mostly non-lethal, be aware of, it is their job to get area or has raised an eyebrow for the growing frequency of police are School Resource Offi cers on but are often overused, and can involved. They have been trained concern, SRO’s and police de- shootings in America, especially campus. cause cardiac arrest. on a wide range of situations to partments can get involved with among people of color. According Considering the amount of The New York Times has re- make schools better. schools to make the community a to studies from the Washington violence and prejudice that has ported that they can even worsen SRO’s aren’t solely on campus safer place making sure everyone Post, at least 5,400 people have been going on, it makes sense situations if the recipient of the to protect students, but they’re is aware. They can host events been shot and killed by police that students would feel this way, stun is angry or has a mental ill- also there as a safe fi gure who for parents to speak with them on since 2015, and in recent cases but it could have negative eff ects ness. The weapons here should students can feel comfortable how to watch out for diff erent be- such as those of Breonna Taylor, on them. They may fi nd it hard to in no way be used on students, as talking with. SRO’s talk with a havioral changes in their child to it has been shown that these peo- concentrate in their classes or be- they could cause serious bodily variety of students throughout get them back on the right track, ple are not always armed. Even in come anxious if there was police harm to their targets. the school day to get a feel for or just to simply be informed. cases that don’t involve shooting presence on their school’s cam- In a time where we need to the culture of the school. Teenag- Schools often hold meetings in such as that of George Floyd, it pus. School is supposed to be a be more careful than ever with ers are more likely to speak with their auditoriums or on campus. has been shown that offi cers may safe environment for students to handling both our schools and adults who they feel comfortable Many schools are consider- use excessive force without us- learn and be comfortable. Their our police, I don’t think it is a around and have a sense of trust. ing getting rid of SRO’s at their ing a gun at all. Not every police creativity, safety, and learning good idea to employ the use of If an offi cer talks to everyone just schools. While some may agree, offi cer is a bad person who will shouldn’t be hindered by stress School Resource Offi cers in our to get to know students it can be many also disagree (especially do such things as these, but it or the feeling of being threatened schools. There may come a time easier for a students to let an of- parents who want to feel that their has been shown that it can hap- that having School Resource Of- where we can continue to safely fi cer know about a disturbance child is attending a safe school). pen. Even more disconcerting is fi cers on campus may result in for use this system, but right now, the without it looking suspicious School Resource Offi cers want that when these acts of violence some students. police system needs to be reeval- considering that everyone makes to help students become better do happen, they aren’t always As protests have become uated and changed before we can conversation with the offi cer. adults, better citizens, and help punished, just like when the cops more common, and the police continue to implement it into our A frequent concern across them understand and think about who killed Breonna Taylor got have started to respond to these schools. schools in American is the the consequences of their actions thought of a “school shooter” can impact their future. D D N C L R B M C time supporters of Denzel Dion. of a later drop or for next season. brand should also release more Either way NOID feels some- O E The comment section was sent In conclusion the brand isn’t details on why it’s so expensive. what out of pocket for Denzel On October 3, 2020, Denzel a blaze with comments such as all bad and simply needs more Is it because the fabric that’s be- Dion and doesn’t feel very au- Dion released NOID, his cloth- “dope concept but $250 for a detail. NOID feels rushed and ing used is high end? Or maybe thentic. NOID is a mystery ride ing line. The line was made to piece of fabric with some holes premature with it’s lack of sizing the fabric needs extra hours of that fi lls the audience with anxi- embrace diversity and encour- in it is a BIG yikes…” and “Tell options and not being able to pin- manipulation to bend into the gar- ety yet intrigue. age genderless clothing. This is me why I saw the notif and went point their target audience. The ment? perfect timing since the brand oop.” debuted during fashion month. Another error with the brand Consisting of utilitarianism style is who is the clientele? Yes, the P H R and a simple color palette, Dion audience knows it’s genderless, B M C takes made in her former rela- the 80’s feel. dips his toe into the world of high however, what age range and O E tionship. This is a common theme The two women also made a fashion. personality is NOID aimed at? 9 PM on November 26, 2020, throughout the project and is very music video together that solid- The Youtuber/ infl uencer Dion’s general audience are high Miley Cyrus released her album admirable. ifi ed Miley Cyrus’ punk image teased his clothing line on October schoolers and young twenty year “Plastic Hearts” to the mass pub- During the majority of the al- and helped Dua Lipa be seen 1, 2020 and tweeted “MY GEN- olds who might not have the lic. This Pop album with heavy bum Miley Cyrus is facing her in a diff erent light. The women DERLESS LINE @NOIDOFFl- budget for the $300 Croft Cargo Rock infl uences has been high- demons and owning her narra- wore outfi ts consisting of black CIAL will be out 10.03.2020 - Skirt. ly-anticipated. Embarking on tive of being wrong. However, and white. Accessorized with red THIS SATURDAY!!” The tweet This leads to the actual prod- this new era for Cyrus she kicked she still leaves room for a more lipstick smudged on their shirts, included a visual of a walking sil- ucts of the brand. NOID released things off with a bleach mullet sensual side. Collaborating with that could easily be mistaken for ver mannequin body whose chest nine garments, three bottoms, and a hit single, “Midnight Sky.” Billy Idol they created “Night blood, and classic fi sh nets. altered with every stride. three tops, two dresses, and one “Midnight Sky” was the best Crawling (feat. Billy Idol).” This Miley Cyrus closes this re- This was the fi rst time Dion jacket. The clothing feels unorigi- way she could’ve introduced her song embodies the saying, feels cord with “Golden G String” a teased his clothing line and fol- nal and not innovative. Dion nev- audience to this new sound. Not so good but feels so wrong. call out on how life’s unfair. She lowed up his initial tweet by er stated that his brand would be only does it embody the sound he A stand out line from the en- announces to the world that she tweeting, “for those asking but it would’ve been nice if the is striving for but it’s also not too tire record is off the song “An- wants to be sexually liberated and ‘NOID’ is dion backwards but if brand didn’t feel like a knock off diff erent from her other projects. gels Like You” and Cyrus states, feel comfortable wearing reveal- you split the name you get ‘NO Yeezy and a simpler Blackmerle. Long time fans have seen this “I’m everything they said I would ing clothing but, “Oh, that’s just ID’ which is what the brand rep- Some of the clothes have po- direction for Miley Cyrus and is be.” The twenty-eight year old is the world we’re living in. The resents. genderless clothing for tential to blow up and be able to what seemed most natural for her. agreeing with the tabloids, apol- olds boys hold all the cards and all :).” trend. The tops with the holes This was just a taste of what ogizing for her behavior, and they ain’t playing gin.” The line could be considered around the belly button could be a Miley had planned for her fans thinks her lover could do better. In conclusion, this album is a luxury since the price point is signature for the brand and could and fully embraced the rocker The rock theme carries through must listen to even if one states unexpectedly high. This is shock- be a way to identify NOID is the look with a Miley fl air. She per- to the features, having rock stars they aren’t a fan of Cyrus. She is ing since the brand is not tied sea of rising fashion brands. formed covers of songs such as such as Joan Jett, Billy Idol, and able to capture her raw, unfi ltered to a major luxury conglomerate The best part of the collection “Zombie” by the Cranberries Stevie Nicks. Seeing Miley Cyrus emotions and package them with such as LVMH or Kering. NOID wasn’t even on sale. The boots and “Heart of Glass’’ by Blondie. collaborating with her idols on poetry and sound. Miley Cyrus is also not sold at a luxury store seen on the Croft Short are beau- These covers were so essential to this project was very special. brought her all to this record and like Saks Fifth Avenue or Barneys tiful and have been seen bub- the sound of the album that they She kept one pop feature and can be very relatable to anyone New York. The lack of association bling around the luxury market. were added in a deluxe edition. saved it for her friend Dua Lipa with a guilty, questioning con- with these luxury conglomerates The boot feels right on target for This record picks up right on “Prisoner (feat. Dua Lipa),” science. and luxury retail stores makes the a futuristic style with a 1990’s where her previous single “Slide the second single released. “Pris- This album is a solid 5/5 and brand seem unnecessarily expen- lens. The boots look like they’re Away” leaves off . In the opening oner” is a perfect melt of each art- deserves fi fty minutes of a day. sive. ready for an apocalyptic runway, track entitled “WTF Do I Know” ist’s sound. The hits of 80’s pop The price point was a major or stylish fi shing in the Matrix. Cyrus is vulnerable and accepts is excellent for Dua Lipa’s Future upset for Twitter users and long Maybe these boots could be a part that she is also to blame for mis- nostalgia era that encompasses PAGE 5 O DECEMBER 18, 2020 O C M C: E L B G H images of American Indians.” sue, and one can fi nd a Google N E She followed with lists of ma- Doc with statements against the On November 19, 2020, John jor Native American organiza- change. The most common theme Burroughs held a virtual forum tions that have been calling out among the statements is that they to discuss plans to change the racist mascots and caricatures all come from alumni, most of mascot, statements from those in since the 1960’s, as well as or- whom share the idea that the mas- favor and opposed to the change, ganizations like the NCAA and cot change threatens the history and updates from ASB. NAACP who also stand against of JBHS, and their memories and Students and some faculty using Indigenous people as mas- experiences there. have been calling for a change to cots. Some rail against the cur- the Indian Mascot for some time, Next up speaking for the mas- rent JBHS students: “WE ARE ASB took a vote to put the issue cot change was Amy Herman, KEEPING OUR INDIAN. THE on the table, and it seems during JBHS student body president TEEN STUDENTS CAN GO TO this especially tumultuous year from 2008-2009. She said, in re- HELL. THIS IS OUR INDIAN some change may come. gards to new American Indian AND NO ONE WILL BE TAK- The forum took place over themes around school, “not only ING IT AWAY FROM US.” Zoom, with school offi cials like am I concerned we have not made There seems to be an an- Principal Madrigal, Vice Princi- progress, I am concerned we are ti-young people theme as well: pal Chambers, and ASB students taking steps back.” “Since when does the whining present. A total of four speakers Herman also responded to of a bunch of politically correct gave their opinion on the mascot a common theme among those punks override all of the previ- change; two for and two against. in favor of keeping the mascot: ous classes before them.” Further, First up was Rachel Hendrick- The Indian is my identity and by “This is history we are talking son, a JBHS alumna of 2007 and changing the mascot my identity about. I personally don’t believe Native American of the Mus- is being taken away. Herman re- that 16-18 year olds can real- cogee (Creek) Tribe. She provid- sponded with, “Nobody’s identity ly understand what this history ed a lengthy slide show with her as an alum is being taken away means. I believe having current own statements as well as facts by the mascot changing…. the students be the decision makers is and fi gures in support of chang- memories, the friendships made, WRONG.” ing Burroughs’ outdated mascot. [those] are not related, specifi cal- The issue seems to be separat- Hendrickson reported that ly, to the mascot or the sign that’s ing older alumni and current stu- former American Psychological on the front of the school.” dents. Association President, Ronald The opposition to changing In the recent vote to change Levant, states, “These mascots the mascot is fi erce. On the JBHS the mascot, change overwhelm- are teaching stereotypical, mis- ASB website an entire page has ingly won, and a new mascot will leading and too often, insulting been dedicated to the mascot is- be chosen soon. I F A N S M F O W A R P B J R Despite its prominence in ed build and aerial preciseness. In B A M wouldn’t mind going to a school F E military aviation, Lockheed also May of 1960, this plane made in- S W that had the “red panda” as their As you probably know by now, designed civilian planes. For ex- ternational headlines when Unit- As you may or may not know, mascot. Not only is the red panda John Burroughs High School is ample, the Lockheed Electra was ed States Air Force pilot Fran- John Burroughs High School’s cute but it represents gentleness- going to change its mascot. It an innovative design when it was cis Gary Powers was shot down mascot the “Indian” is in its fi - now isn’t that a quality everyone has become evident that the cur- made. As opposed to a singular in this aircraft over the Soviet nal days. A petition went around wants? I hope so. rent mascot is off ensive towards vertical stabilizer, it had twin ver- Union. Despite this catastrophic to the JBHS community to see The red panda would be a great Native Americans, and must be tical stabilizers (known as “tails”) event, the plane’s reputation sur- if they’d like the racist mascot new mascot. changed. Because of this, many that were attached to either side vived, and a model of it is still in changed and not a surprise people Things have changed a lot, not ideas for the new mascot have of its horizontal stabilizers. This service with the U.S.A.F. today. wanted change. only the mascot, but our lives as been discussed. design is ultimately what earned Another plane from the Skunk Now it’s time to think of what well. What better way to end the One idea was for the new Clarence “Kelly” Johnson his Works was the famed SR-71 a new school mascot should be year off with change and hope- mascot to be aviation-themed. job as a Lockheed engineer, and Blackbird, a spy plane that could but still keeping the same red fully coming back to school next This would pay homage not just helped infl uence later aircraft that (according to published statis- and white colors. In all honesty I year as the Red Pandas! to history’s many great aviators, would mimic this vertical stabi- tics) fl y above 85,000 feet and but also to the history of our lizer design. could fl y at speeds well in excess G city. Burbank has been home to Kelly Johnson was a brilliant of Mach Three. At speeds like B T S versatile designs on uniforms and many of aviation’s greatest inno- aeronautical engineer which led these, there would not be enough S W other merchandise. They’re also vations, especially at the Lock- to him becoming the head of the space to turn this aircraft within As we all know, John Bur- much bigger than a bulldog and heed facility, much of which has Skunk Works, which was the se- the state of Ohio. Later, stealth roughs High School is changing are not off ensive in any way. The now become the Empire Center. cret project development team technology was conceived for the their mascot from the “Indians.” “Burroughs Grizzlies” has a nice This facility contained the Skunk from the Lockheed facility in Bur- F-117A Nighthawk, right here in Burroughs is accepting votes ring to it in my opinion. Works, which worked in secrecy bank. Here, revolutionary aircraft Burbank. on what the new school mascot With this mascot we can still in order to create revolutionary were designed and built. Among To this day, many of the devel- should be, and I think we should keep the school colors. I think that designs for aircraft, from the P-38 these was the Lockheed U-2. This opments made in Burbank are still be the Burroughs Grizzlies. this a mascot that will satisfy ev- Lightning of WWII, to the F-117 plane was a high-altitude spy in use in the world of aeronautics. A grizzly bear would be the eryone and make John Burroughs Nighthawk of the Gulf War. plane, known for its sophisticat- For example, the stealth technol- perfect mascot because they’re High School look better than ever ogy created for the F-117A Night- one of the most feared animals before. A hawk, is still in use. While F-117s but can also be good for cute and B A C transcontinental record was set in don’t (offi cially) fl y anymore, S W Burbank by Howard Hughes, as the technology used to minimize C P After seventy-two years, John he fl ew from Burbank to New Jer- their radar cross-section is in use B B S benefi ts for increasing cognitive Burroughs High School has de- sey in record time. on the Northrop Grumman B-2 S W function and decreasing disorders cided to start the process of re- Furthermore, another famous Spirit, the Lockheed-Martin F-22 John Burroughs High School like dementia and Alzheimers. moving and replacing their mas- aviator has connections to Bur- Raptor, and the Lockheed-Mar- students have voted to replace Aside from cognitive benefi ts, cot, the “Indian” after the majority bank: Amelia Earhart. On her last tin F-35 Lightning II. Other the Burroughs Indians due to the chili peppers are natural pain re- of the students voted for a needed fl ight which was an attempt to cir- countries have also implement- racist background of an Indian. A lievers. Anyone having a bad day change. Now that the decision has cumnavigate the globe, she fl ew ed stealth technology onto their strong new mascot that students can step onto Burroughs grounds been made, a variety of mascots in a plane manufactured in the aircraft, but these are the aircraft should consider is a red hot chili and have their spirits lifted by the have been suggested, mostly be- Burbank Lockheed facility. that the United States Air Force pepper. They originated in Mexi- students’ uplifting attitude and ing animals, which would serve Aside from historical ties to has applied this technology to. co and have plenty of health ben- helpful teachers. as a counterpart to the Burbank aviation, the Burbank Airport With an aviation history this efi ts. Burroughs was known for bulldogs. Though, out of all the was said to be extremely conve- rich, an aviation-themed mascot The hot and spicy chili is a bright red school colors. With the suggestions so far, there is one nient and comfortable; enough to would be very fi tting. So many great way to describe Burroughs recent mascot change, Burroughs mascot that could possibly be the be ranked the best airport in the citizens of Burbank have worked students. Burroughs sport team would need to get rid of any paint- best choice: the Aviators. entire United States by Fodor’s in the aviation industry, and a are on fi re! Over the years, Bur- ings of Indians, tomahawks, or Aviation has a very close his- Travel guide. mascot like this would honor roughs basketball and volleyball feathers throughout the school. tory and association to the city As it has been stressed above, their legacy. For this mascot, mul- teams have accomplished major Thankfully, a red chili pepper of Burbank, due to the Lockheed aviation has very important ties to tiple ideas have been suggested, achievements. The students on mascot would allow the school to Aircraft Company, which is now Burbank, but to have the aviators but the most prominent one is the sports teams come to play and remain red. Chili peppers can be referred to as the Lockheed Mar- as a mascot for our school would “Aviators.” This simple mascot win every game with their school naturally grown into other colors, tin Corporation. Lockheed decid- prove to be very fun as well. ASB would honor all parts of aviation, spirit and enthusiasm. however a majority of chili pep- ed to locate themselves in what tends to work very hard on ideas not just Burbank’s history. This A majority of Juniors and Se- pers are a vibrant red. is now known as the Burbank for spirit weeks, and other school mascot also does not denote any- niors who attend Burroughs take While Burroughs has made the Empire Center, which is why it events. Having the school mascot thing military-oriented, so as to advantage of the AP courses that decision to change the racist In- has an aircraft theme. Lockheed become the aviators would cre- not be controversial or off ensive are off ered to students to count dian mascot and the debate over started to become very import- ate very fun ideas, and allow us to anybody, whereas a direct ref- towards college credits after tak- what the new mascot should be ant during World War 2, as they to dress up as our mascot during erence to a military aircraft could ing the AP exam. A health bene- continues, red chili peppers would employed thousands of workers spirit day. This is also very prac- be problematic. Ultimately, this fi t that comes with chili peppers be the best mascot that represents to build and work on planes and tical, as it has been stated that the mascot would not just honor the is that they improve cognitive students’ energy and the colors of other equipment for the ongoing school colors will not change, history and legacy of aviation in function. Peppers have amazing the school can remain the same. war. therefore there will be no confl ict Burbank, but that of aviation ev- Additionally, the United States with having this mascot. erywhere. R S B A I energy and spiritually energy. A V O I S W When a squirrel enters in your life B B B the idea of the John Burroughs The last ideas for a mascot are For our new mascot I think we it means to release yourself and S W Burros, meaning donkeys in the Naturalists or Robins. John should have a Red Squirrel as our accept joy. Means to stop feeling John Burroughs has decided to Spanish. Burroughs was a naturalist who new mascot. I personally think stressed or depressed and focus go through with a historic mascot Another idea is something in- promoted and wrote for the U.S. this because in Burbank we see on your goals and think more pos- change that will alter our identity fl uenced by Burbank’s wildlife. conservation movement. The a lot of squirrels in the city. And itive. as JBHS students, teachers, and Burbank has had many mountain U.S. conservation movement was they’re just the most adorable lit- Squirrels have a lot of mean- staff . How do we want people lions coming into its territory. If a pro-environmental conserva- tle creatures and they’re so cute ings; they also mean how it’s im- to see us now? And what do we we want the cooler version of the tion movement that was helpful when their cheeks are stuff ed with portant to communicate and show want to honor in our new mascot? name we can call ourselves the to sustaining nature. The idea of food. respect to people around you Our city and county have a pumas, panthers, cougars, and Robins stems from his fi rst essay Also how squirrels act brave through words or actions. I per- rich history, a diversity of ani- around thirty seven more names collection, Wake-Robin. even though they’re small and sonally like what squirrels sym- mals, Hollywood, and many cul- (although 420 Mariposa Middle No matter what the new mas- light creatures. And how squirrels bolize, I like red squirrels because tural signatures that play big roles school already has the cougar as cot becomes, it should refl ect symbolize life, passion, manifes- red symbolizes love, kindness, in our lives as Burbank commu- mascot). something we want to honor in tation, and drive. And how squir- joy, strength, leadership, courage, nity members and LA county cit- Many fi lm and television se- our student, teacher, and faculty rels are just a part of nature and willpower, radiance, and determi- izens. ries were produced in our school identities. All John Burroughs they just do what they want there, nation. Los Angeles contributed to like Little Giants and Glee. Since High School community mem- such calm and stress free crea- In conclusion this is why our early diversity in what today is Little Giants was fi lmed at our bers are encouraged to voice their tures. mascot should be a Red Squirrel. known as Burbank. Many parts school the John Burroughs Giants thoughts and opinions in order to Squirrels are basically positive of Los Angeles County are here is an appropriate name and be- refl ect a new representative face because of Mexico’s infl uence on cause the mascot in Glee was the to our school. the language and culture, hence Titans the Titans is also an idea. N C B N P like this year, there have been lots called the Burroughs “School” as after a couple of years people perfect, since it’s a red bird. S W of changes to mascots or team a temporary name. Then we had would just get used to the name In the end though, whatever Students recently voted to names due to controversial or of- the Cleveland Indians change and move on. Another bonus the new mascot ends up being, change the Burroughs Mascot, fensive mascots. their name, and now Burroughs. would be that this name wouldn’t students still will be going to the and now the question is, what will First, we had the Washington Personally, I think we should get removed ever because (hope- same school, and nothing will the new mascot be? Redskins change their name to the change our name to something fully) nobody would ever be of- have really changed except a fi c- Very recently the Cleveland Washington Football Team. This that wouldn’t be controversial or fended by it. tional mascot. Indians professional baseball one is funny to me. How did they off ensive at all. Something like Also since we’re keeping the team in the MLB, also decided to not have a better name in mind? a basic animal such as the Car- same red and white colors, a mas- drop their name as well. It seems Hopefully we don’t end up being dinals, Bears, or Bobcats. Then cot like the Cardinals would be