Friday, June 2, 2017 El Rodeo @elrodeonews El Rancho High School Volume 65. Issue 9 www.elrodeonews.com Lyons looks forward to the next chapter in his life By Nayeli Hernandez El Rodeo Staff Writer

The school year is ending and it’s time for us to say good- bye to things like the 2016-2017 school year and the class of 2017. As sad as these goodbye’s may be, none will be as bittersweet as our farewell to Mr. Jonathan Lyons. You might remember Lyons from our first issue of the year, as we introduced him as ‘Music- Loving Mr. Lyons’ and our 2016- 2017 principal. Lyons comes from humble beginnings and has been around the high school system since he was fourteen years old. Despite an impressive first year as principal, the El Rancho District and school board have de- cided to go in a different direction. As hard as it will be to let go of El Rancho, Lyons re- Mr. Lyons has had an incredible time being El Rancho’s principal. Photo by Nayeli Hernandez flects on his first year as princi- pal at El Rancho High School. ter kids, better teachers; I would “As long as you have that, ev- ry is and what’s going on and how Even though it was Ly- “This has been a blast. I not complain at all about the ex- erything else is just gravy.” we can make this a better experi- ons’ first year on campus, he can’t imagine a better experi- perience I have had this year.” As principal, Lyons has en- ence for you guys,” says Lyons. was still able to introduce a va- ence than the opportunity to do Even as he is depart- joyed the opportunity he’s had to As music-loving Lyons, riety of new ideas and leave a this. I’ve wanted to be a princi- ing, Lyons has high hopes for interact with all of the students on it comes as no surprise that lasting impression. His legacy pal, probably since my third year the future of El Rancho and campus, in one way or another. his favorite parts of El Ran- will continue here in the form of teaching. To be in a position all those a part of the school. “I don’t know if I have a cho have been the pep rallies. of the Principal’s Award, which where I got to do that, where I “I’m confident that the singular fondest memory. My “The pep rallies are great. he awarded to Samantha Leg- got to be in that world, even if school will move and grow be- fondest experiences have been I’m a pep rally guy, I love pep ral- gis and Humberto Sanchez it was just for a short amount of cause it has a strong base. The the times that I’ve been able to in- lies, who doesn’t love pep rallies? during Senior Awards Night. time, has been great,” says Lyons, kids are great and the teach- teract with the kids and really just Who doesn’t love screaming and “I could not have asked for bet- ers are great,” says Lyons. kind of get to know what their sto- jumping around?” asks Lyons. Drama bids goodbye at the MACY awards tors and actresses of this year’s ER musical cast impressed the MACY judges with their acting, singing, and dancing chops and received with the Spirit of the MACY Award. However, this was not the only award that the El Rancho Department was able to get. El Rancho’s awards includ- ed: Brando Williams and Sophia Flores getting Bright Spot Awards, Jaime Lugo and Linette Valenzu- ela getting Special Recognition Awards, Erik Cortez, Ernesto Castro, Jose Alcala, and Rodrigo Aguilar getting Achievement Awards, Ivy Castillo getting an Outstanding Achievement Award, and Ethan Sepulveda, Olivia Ball, and Xcaret Estrada getting Highest Achievement Awards. Along with all of these awards, seniors Ethan Sepulveda and Ol- ivia Ball were nominated for the Best Comedian and Best Support- ing Actress Award respectively. El Rancho has a long his- Ethan Sepulveda had the opportunity to take the lead in the MACY performance. Photo by MACY’s tory of going to and winning awards at the MACY Awards. By Jose Alcala and Ethan vitation to the awards ceremony. awards to the students and shows various types of work that go into Mr. Wlasick has been taking ac- Sepulveda Out of the 44 schools who of all the schools. The judges a musical by giving awards like tors to the MACY Awards since El Rodeo Staff Writers attended, only 21 were asked give small, individual awards like the Literature Brought to Life he first began teaching in 1980. to perform a part of their musi- the Bright Spot, Achievement, Award, the Best Student Set De- Next year, Wlasick will be end- On Sunday, May 28, the cals on the stage of the Seger- and Special Recognition awards, sign Award, and the Comedia Del ing his long and illustrious career cast of the El Rancho Drama strom Centre for the Arts in to more prestigious individual Arte Award. The most prestigious as a Drama teacher. To cap off Department’s spring musical Costa Mesa. Along with the awards such as the Outstanding and coveted of these awards is the his last year here at the Ranch, Little Me had the privilege to schools’ performances, a main and Highest Achievement Awards. Spirit of the MACY Award, which Mr. Wlasick looks forward to perform before 44 other South- part of the Spirit of the MACY The judges also give goes to the ten best musicals. going to the MACYs again next ern California high schools. Awards is the actual awards. awards for the best dancers, vo- Take a guess as to which year, and, hopefully, winning However, a total of 55 schools The MACY Awards panel calists, and, of course, actors. “little” show was able to snag more trophies and medals for El were in the running to get an in- of judges is responsible for giving The judges also acknowledge the this award? That’s right! The ac- Rancho’s Drama Department. El Rodeo, Pg 2 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 OPINION Trump fires FBI Director James B. Comey By Skyler Cornwell out plan coordinated to dismantle forcement mission,” Trump remarks, Following Clinton’s loss, El Rodeo Staff Writer the “threat” in Trump’s presidency. a statement that particularly upset former President Bill Clinton put Advisor “I cannot defend the direc- agents who saw it as an insult to them. the blame on Comey, as have many On Tuesday, May 19, Presi- tor’s handling of the conclusion of Trump referred to Democrats’ Clinton staffers, at least partially. Paul Zeko dent Donald Trump fired FBI Di- the investigation of Secretary Clin- reaction toward the incident on the Hillary Clinton personally informed rector, James B. Comey, the man ton’s emails,” Rosenstein wrote in morning of Wednesday, May 10, tweet- CNN’s Christiane Amanpour “I Editor-in-Chief responsible for the bureau’s inves- another letter released by the White ing, “The Democrats have said some was on the way to winning until Nayeli Hernandez tigation into whether members of House, “and I do not understand his of the worst things about James Com- a combination of James Comey’s his campaign team were in cahoots refusal to accept the nearly univer- ey, including the fact that he should letter on October 28 and Russian Copy Editors with Russia during last year’s elec- sal judgment that he was mistaken.” be fired, but now they play so sad!” WikiLeaks raised doubts in the Jose Alcala tion. This revelation came as quite The dismissal brought an end CNN’s senior legal analyst minds of people who were inclined Andrew Sepulveda a shock throughout Washington, to the long-deteriorating relation- Jeffrey Toobin did not buy the idea to vote for me and got scared off.” Section Editors abruptly halting the career of the man ship between Trump and Comey that Comey was fired solely over the In any sense, the firing places News who, in the past, repeatedly butted Clinton investigation, saying it was who was seen as a highly respected Democrats in a difficult position. Nayeli Hernandez paragon of how law enforcement of- heads both publicly and privately. “absurd.” Toobin called the move Many hoped that Clinton would fire ficers should present themselves. For Trump, a president who stresses a “grotesque abuse of power by the Comey soon after taking office, blam- Opinion Trump’s administration held the word loyalty, Comey confirmed President of the United States.” He ing him for costing her the election. Samantha Berrospe Comey responsible for the decision his independence and unpredict- went on, saying, “This is not some- But under Mr. Trump, Mr. Comey Sports to dismiss Democratic nominee Hill- ability as a director, which would thing that is within the American was previously seen as an important Samantha Berrospe ary Clinton’s email server investiga- most likely than not disrupt his political tradition,” Toobin compared check on the new administration. Feautures tion, yet contradicted their accusa- careful, protected administration. the treatment towards Comey to Pres- Just before announcing the Pedro Salcido tions by pointing fingers at Comey Comey had learned from news ident Richard Nixon’s firing of spe- firing, Trump called leaders on Campus with claims that he was getting too reports that he had been fired while cial prosecutor Archibald Cox during Capitol Hill to tell them of his deci- close to the White House with the addressing bureau employees in Los the Watergate scandal. “This is not sion. Senate Minority Leader, Chuck Aleksey Soto Russian probe. As a result, his an- Angeles. As he was speaking, the normal. This is not politics as usual.” Schumer, told Trump that he was Katherine Herrera nouncement that he was reopening television blared in the background Rosenstein thought other- making a “big mistake.” In which he Senior Wills the probe 11 days before the election that there was breaking news that wise, firing back with this argument, reacted with a simple “Ok, we’ll see.” Nayeli Hernandez is ultimately what cost Clinton, for- Trump had fired the FBI director. He “The way the director handled the “Senator Schumer is a bad Staff Farwells mer secretary of state, the presidency. laughed in response at first, believ- conclusion of the email investiga- leader. I’ve known him for a long Aleksey Soto In Trump’s letter to Comey, ing it must have been a prank. Not tion was wrong. As a result, the FBI time. Senator Schumer is a bad lead- which was released to reporters by long after, the letter from Trump ar- is unlikely to regain public and con- er, not a natural leader at all,” Trump Entertainment the White House, he writes “While I rived at FBI headquarters in Wash- gressional trust until it has a direc- told his supporters at a rally on Sat- Kayla Perez greatly appreciate you informing me, ington with the words that Comey tor who understands the gravity of urday, May 13, in Harrisburg, PA. Senior Center on three separate occasions, that I am was “hereby terminated and removed the mistakes and pledges never to Schumer was the one who Jocelyn Estrada not under investigation, I neverthe- from office” and it was to be “effec- repeat them.” Rosenstein assessed criticized the White House’s deci- Reporters less concur with the judgment of the tive immediately,” he concluded. the situation upon taking office and sion to fire Comey, which hinged on Department of Justice that you are Agents in the FBI expressed came to the conclusion that the FBI Comey’s public announcement of his Adam Allred not able to effectively lead the bu- their outrage toward Trump’s actions director had lost his confidence. decision not to press charges against Samantha Berrospe reau,” White House officials refused and worried that a White House ally Ultimately, Comey’s decision Hillary. “We know that the House is Skyler Cornwell to provide any further input on the would be appointed to lead them. to place himself in the middle of the investigating Russian interference in Antonio Cortes matter, instead offering information Comey was widely liked amongst 2016 election left him at odds with our election that benefitted the Trump that Attorney General Jeff Sessions the FBI, even by those who had the FBI’s general decision to stay campaign,” Schumer said. “We know Jocelyn Estrada and Deputy Attorney Rod J. Rosen- criticized his handling of Clinton’s out of politics. During July of 2016 the Senate is investigating. We know Nayeli Hernandez stein were the ones who pushed for investigation. The agents regarded Comey went public with his recom- the FBI has been looking into whether Katherine Herrera Comey’s dismissal. Including all the him as a good manager and highly mendation for the Justice Depart- the Trump campaign colluded with Michael Martinez responsible in his duties. “It is es- ment to stop pursuing charges against minor inner influences leading up the Russians— a very serious offense. Kayla Perez to it, many in Washington, includ- sential that we find new leadership Clinton over the emails, merely dis- Were those investigations getting too ing FBI veteran officers, no doubt for the FBI that restores public trust missing it as being “extremely care- close to home for the president?” Pedro Salcido bore witness to a carefully thought- and confidence in its vital law en- less” with sensitive information. Andrew Sepulveda Ethan Sepulveda Aleksey Soto Teenage employment: the pros and cons Andreya Yaxcal Photographers Adam Allred Photo Editors Adam Allred Cartoonist Michael Martinez El Rodeo is published monthly except during vacations by the El Ran- cho High School journalism class. The El Rodeo offices are located at 6501 S. Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 in room X-1. The paper is Samantha Berrospe priority. When you have a job, you positive memories since you had a to work. With jobs that don’t fol- printed by The Gardena Valley News. El Rodeo Staff Writer have to prioritize it because it is not fun time attending them with your low regulations and students not El Rodeo, the student news- optional to go to work, it is manda- friends. If you have a job, and end speaking up, because they are earn- paper of El Rancho High School is an tory. You can’t hang out with your up working on one of these days, ing money and fear getting fired, open, public forum for student expres- Does having a job in sion and an opportunity to discuss its high school really benefit you? friends too much, and you have to you can miss out on a good time. a student’s grades can drop and audience’s issues of concern. Opinions Having a job takes time and use all of your extra time to com- Having a job in high school cause an unhealthy sleeping pattern. expressed are those of the writer and do effort and when in high school it can plete homework and study. Lim- can be positive, because it looks Getting a job is optional. not necessarily reflect the position of the become stressful trying to balance iting time away from school and good on resumes, college applica- It is all up to the individual to de- school board, administration, sponsors, parents, student body or advertisers. both out, so when you’re a 16, 17, or learning won’t do you good and tions and you receive hard-earned cide if they want another responsi- will, overall, cause your grades money. The unfortunate thing, is bility to handle. Always take into The Editorial Board, which 18 year old in high school, getting a consists of the editor-in-chief, sec- job can be the worst thing you can to drop since your primary focus that some jobs can overwork you. consideration the pros and cons of tion editors, and assistant editors, will do for yourself because you have to isn’t school anymore, it’s working Being a student worker limits you getting a job in high school. A job determine the content of El Rodeo. balance school and work equally. more hours to earn more money. from working certain hours per may or may not help you out, es- Student journalists on the El For starters, managing time Having a job in high school week and day, so you have time to pecially if you already have a lot Rodeo staff will make every effort to can make you miss out on some complete any school assignments, on your plate because a job will publish following the legal definitions becomes tough when you have a of libel, obscenity and invasion of pri- amazing memories. Unless you but some jobs don’t follow those only add more to the amount of job. As a high school student, hang- vacy. Consistent with California Educa- ing out with your friends as much get the day off, you can miss out rules. Employers can overwork a stress you already have. Do what tion Code section 48907, the staff will as possible on the weekends and on school events such as the Night student by scheduling them at eight- you want in life, as long as it’s you refrain from printing material that may completing all your assignment Pep Rally, Don Games, the drama hour shifts on a school night. That making that decision on your own incite students, be a violation of school during the weekday is the main department’s productions, and gives that students limited time to and make sure you don’t harm regulations or disrupt school opera- sports games. These events create eat, do homework, study and head yourself mentally and physically. tions. At the beginning of each semester, journalism students will be reminded of the legal, financial and ethical im- responsibility. If students start to work the importance of life skills. Working while in High school will teach students Michael Martinez plications of each article they write. while attending school, they will be more while attending High school will give stu- more about responsibility and will show El Rodeo Staff writer Ed Code 48907 affirms the right prepared for the future. Working is some- dents a wider perspective on life. Work is college admission officers that you are of high school newspapers to publish thing that can keep students preoccupied usually a self-esteem booster for students. motivated to succeed. Working will teach whatever they choose, so long as the There are many benefits of hav- with the benefit of being paid. This will There are many benefits of hav- students the importance of life skills, content is not explicitly obscene, libel- ing a job while attending High school. show college admission officers that you ing a job while attending High school. giving them a wider perspective on life, ous, or slanderous. Also, there shall Working while still attending high are motivated to succeed. Students will be Working while attending High School as well as being a self-esteem booster. be no prior restraint of material pre- school allows students to help their par- able to learn the benefits of time manage- allows students to help their parents fi- pared for official school publications ents financially. Getting a job while still ment. Working will teach students about nancially as well as learn the importance except insofar as it violates this section. in High school will teach students more money management. Students will learn of money management. Getting a job June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 3 OPINIONOPINIONSPORTS Varsity softball looks to the future

Breanna Larez runs from base to base Photo by Annual Staff By Jocelyn Estrada El Rodeo Staff Writer as family, and Dons of all ages. was a very important game and Regardless of the out- and look forward to future years “I felt that this season we I am glad we won it as a team.” comes, the girls stayed humble of improvement and higher titles. The varsity girls’ soft- had a bond like no other. We didn’t The girls placed fourth out and committed to playing their The unanimous goal to ball team put in many extra get as far as we wanted but every of the six teams in the league and hearts out for the game they love. make playoffs on the team is hours throughout the 2017 sea- game we did play as if it was our continued to push themselves to “I hope our team builds stron- evident, and their persistence is son. The girls had a strong bond last. I feel we played our hearts the limit in every round.”My fa- ger, individually and together, powerful. There is always room that helped them through even out as individuals and as a team,” vorite memory was all the team as we will play every game for improvement and the girls are the toughest times, and was says sophomore, Alexis Zacarias. lunches we had before every our hardest to make it farther ready to warm up their bats and topped off by the support of “The best memory of this season home game and knowing that we each season,” says Zacarias. bring home the gold. The path coaches AJ Reyes, Ralph An- was playing Santa Fe (away) and had a great bond on and off the The girls are realizing to the league championship title gel, and Adrian Palacios as well winning 4-3 in the 8th inning. It field,” adds junior, Layla Prieto. where they may have gone wrong is a glowing, El Rancho blue! Girls and Boy’s swim make a splash at CIF

Katherine Pina extends from her flip turn Photo by Adam Allred Adam Allred League on May 4 to com- and Varsity Boys came in 4th. and 100 backstroke. Martinez place in CIF Southern Sec- El Rodeo Staff Writer pete at Rio Hondo College. Three swimmers be- also qualified for CIF in the tion. The 400 Freestyle Relay Swimmers competed in came Del Rio League cham- 200 free and 500 free, along Team made up of Andrew It may seem that a multiple events to gain points pions in five different events. with two boys relay teams. Gonzalez, Benjamin Sanchez, swimmer is always prepar- toward the final score of their Ashley Meza, 12, in the 100 At CIF, the Med- Jose Mancilla, and Carlos ing for a meet, but all those team. League standings are yard backstroke, Angelica ley Relay team consisting of Rojo pulled off a 32nd place meets come to one final com- as follows: JV Girls came in Martinez, 10, in the 200 IM Benjamin Sanchez, Zishou finish. Angelica Martinez petition. Competitors came 4th place, JV Boys came in and the 500 Freestyle, and Car- “Andy” Ma, Jose Mancilla came out with a 13th place. from across the Del Rio 3rd, Varsity girls came in 2nd, los Rojo, 9, in the 50 freestyle and Carlos Rojo came in 30th

El Rodeo, Pg 4 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 FEATURES Momma Jocelyn “Joce” is Simply Irresistible!

By Jocelyn Estrada El Rodeo Staff Writer

Oh. Hey, El Rancho, didn’t see you there. For the past school year, the El Ro- deo newspaper always featured a rather irresistible student on campus. But now, it is time to meet the chick behind the flick. Pasta lover and vine enthusi- ast, Jocelyn Estrada, is simply irre- sistible! Jocelyn can be considered a very active person, but not in the exercise type of way, (gross!) She is involved in numer- ous clubs and activities, such as Advanced Drama, Be A Leader, Thespian Troupe #2164, Social Justice, Journalism, Peer Advis- Jocelyn Estrada and her adopted son, Kermit. Photo by Adam Allred ing, Girl Scouts and many more [Joce’s] baby,” word to Carey. for all she has learned about the Joce has been in a happy, ad- creativity, both on the stage and volunteer organizations! With Aside from her love of art and many other tips over time. venturous and motivating relation- in ink. Also, for motivating me all of these titles on her resume, food and the holidays, Jocelyn Joce has known exactly what ship for over two years with her to become a teacher. #GoTitans! she’s got a future that’s bigger enjoys spending time with her she wants to pursue as a career since mans, Luis “Ratchet” Rodriguez. Susie and Mrs. Nasouf, you and brighter than her forehead! two incredible pets. A little ter- her Freshman year, and has her life “My only regret is not speak- made senior year go by 100x’s Jocelyn enjoys spending rier named Dollar, named after all figured out.... for the most part. ing to him sooner. I definitely see easier and always made me feel so her free time on Twitter (@little- the dog from the movie, “Richie “I really want to be a teacher my future with [Luis] and I’m welcomed, confident, and at home. joce_) and watching food videos- Rich,” and a thirteen year old sis- and create opportunities for stu- willing to go through anything to “Journalism family, there mostly anything pasta related. ter named after who-knows-what. dents in other schools similar to keep him on his feet.” How sweet! are not enough words to thank “I love pasta of all kinds, “Many people say my sister those El Rancho was able to offer No wonder they were voted the you for the strong and positive re- especially when it’s al dente. But and I look alike, but I don’t see it. I me. I believe in paying things for- Class of 2017’s “cutest couple!” lationships we formed in just one if it’s not, I’ll still eat it. Cold, mean, she’s the type of cute where ward, and I’m committed to chang- As her high school years year. I have no bad or problematic hot, old, not, pasta is pasta,” says she’s kind of ugly that you just think ing/bettering the lives of young slowly come to an end, Jocelyn memories of anyone in that class, Estrada. Man, she really goes it’s cute. That’s what makes us sis- adults in the future,” says Jocelyn. would like to take a moment to and that is why I love you all so right pasta limit on food loving! ters, and I love her,” adds Estrada. Our edgy educator plans to thank everyone who has made much. I’ll truly miss you all.” Jocelyn has a pas- Jocelyn’s greatest memo- earn her degrees and credentials her experience so incredible. Best of luck to the class sion for the holidays and con- ries in high school would, of at the California State University, “Shoutout to Advanced Dra- of 2017, and for those who had firms her favorite Christmas course, be credited to the drama Fullerton and has happily commit- ma! You were all a major part of any problems with Joce or don’t time artist to be Mariah Carey. department. From playing a hill ted as of late March! #GoTitans! my life and I love you all so dearly. like her, “don’t be mad because “She is literally my queen. I in “Goodtime Charley” fresh- Speaking of a future of com- Mr. Wlasick and Mr. Zeko, I’m doing me, better than you’re owe it all to her. I’m naming my first man year, to swooping lead roles mitment, Jocelyn has been linked thank you for allowing me the doing you.” That’s all, folks. born, Mariah. I don’t even care.” throughout high school, Jocelyn up with a lover and best friend since opportunities to channel my in- I guess she’ll literally “always be has a strong love and appreciation the end of her sophomore year. ner demons through my art and The beautiful, bold, and bald Paul Zeko! abouts” club where, they take a group of students to The Pico Rivera visit different parts of the world in the early summer. This year, they are visiting Library Spain, and next year, China! This is where their downloads & love of traveling and the culture kicks in. “Outside streaming: free of work, we enjoy hanging music, movies, - Mr. Zeko insisted on putting this selfie of him & his wife. Photo by Paul Zeko out at the beach, bike rid- ebooks, audio By Jocelyn Estrada as well as being involved ing, traveling, and trying books & maga- El Rodeo Staff Writer in a broadcast meteorology new foods,” says Mr. Zeko. find a good book program at Mississippi State He is a fine connois- zines Beautiful, bold, and University “back in the day.” seur of foreign and meaty encuentra un bald. Mr. Zeko has been In his double decade, delicacies, but classifies buen libro an incredible role mod- Zeko has taught various carne asada nachos as his el and teacher to many courses such as Photogra- all time favorite. Don’t Dons, and it’s time to rec- phy, Journalism, Freshman come at him with your free printing ognize his hard work! English, Junior English, weak, 7/11 nachos, fools! free wi-fi Zeko has been working Senior English and AVID. In addition to his late free online test at El Rancho High School “I think my favorite part night “foody call” cravings, for 20 years, more or less. about working here is that he enjoys kicking back and prep That’s longer than most of the students are, for the most listening to smooth tunes our students have been alive! part, respectful, kind and of alternative and clas- He has a very strong ac- generous. Also, who couldn’t sic rock as well as jazz. comfortable ademic background and has love working with their wife? As well off and hap- seating attended a variety of univer- That’s the other best part.” py as Mr. Zeko is with his sities to earn his degrees and Mr. and Mrs. Zeko are bubble, he has high hopes credentials. Zeko is an alum- both beasts when it comes for the future and stays op- ni to California State Univer- to writing. They also enjoy timistic for his students and sity Fullerton, University of spending their time togeth- family. “When I grow up, it’s always fresh & cool at the New Mexico, and received er both on and off campus. I want to be a millionaire.” Pico Rivera Library his masters degree and cre- The Zeko’s are the He’s already bald any- on Rosemead & Mines dentials at Whittier College advisors for the “Gad- ways, so look out for the June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 5 FEATURES Uno Tea House: so good you can’t just have uno By Aleksey Soto El Rodeo Staff Writer

Boba lovers all over the city rejoiced at finally having a decent boba spot just a few min- utes away from home when Uno Tea House opened its doors in Pico Rivera on April 13th . The cool and modern decor, as well as the delicious drinks, make it the perfect after school hang- out place or casual date spot. Uno offers a wide selec- tion of drinks, from traditional iced and milk teas to smoothies and boba sundaes. At only $4.40 for a regular sized tea, plus 50 eat alongside your drink and starting at only three dollars. Never tried boba before? cents extra for boba, various jel- satisfy any sweet tooth. Their The staff is also quick Dip your feet in with a matcha new addition to Pico, and it of- lies, or pudding, you get your dessert menu consists of DIY and very helpful. On a busy milk tea with boba, a taro milk fers tasty drinks and desserts. money’s worth. The regular size shaved snow (as well as some day, you only have to wait tea with lychee jelly, a Thai Although it may not be on par is more than enough to fill you up. predetermined combinations about 5 minutes for your order, tea with egg pudding, a straw- with Honeyboba, it does an However, be warned that asking if you can’t decide whether but times may vary depend- berry mango smoothie with amazing job at satisfying boba them to blend ice into a tea (regu- to pick strawberries or man- ing on how complicated your strawberry popping boba, or a cravings, and it’s a closer drive. lar or milk) will cost you extra. goes), macaroon and croissant order is. Any wrong orders are strawberry banana smoothie. Stop by at 6001 Rosemead Blvd. Uno also has treats to ice cream, and Japanese cones also fixed with no complaints. Overall, Uno is a great with a few friends and enjoy. Mata and Lugo awarded teachers of the year Samantha Berrospe working with my students, symbolizes her hard effort and make new connections to others change her teaching, but it will El Rodeo Staff Writer but as a teacher, you do not triumphant success through- and some amazing literature!” be a constant reminder to keep always know whether or not out her years of teaching at the For Lugo, receiving this doing the best that she can do. AP Literature, CP you are doing a good job or if Ranch. Even with the recog- award is an honor, especially “Even though it is a great English, and Diversity in Film you are making an actual dif- nition of her work, the award since she has been teaching honor to have been singled and Literature teacher Christi- ference. So to get the award won’t influence her teaching or at the Ranch for twenty-three out along with Mrs. Mata for na Mata, and AP Spanish Lan- helps me to feel like maybe I how she presents herself to her years. All of Lugo’s hard work doing what most every other guage teacher Shirley Lugo am doing something right af- students and her staff members. throughout the years earned her teacher here at the Ranch does, received this year’s Natalie ter all. I feel appreciated, and “With or without the this award, not once, but twice. I don’t think that it will greatly Zucker “Teacher of the Year” that’s always a nice thing.” award I would try to be the best “I had won teacher of impact my teaching. Every Award. Both Mata and Lugo As fun and bub- that I can be. Every year, I take the year from the student teacher I know does this job were nominated by their staff bly as Mata is, her winning a look at what I’ve done, and body many years ago when because they really want to members to receive the $500 was a shock to herself and I think about how I can make they had surveyed students make a positive influence on award for their outstanding caught her at the wrong time. it better for next year. I think about it. I am so honored to re- the lives of the students that teaching accomplishments “I was completely sur- that it is human nature always ceive this award once again.” come through their doors. We throughout the school year(s). prised. I did not expect to win to want to do better, and that is For Lugo, receiving this certainly don’t do it for the After working at the Ranch at all. They called to present definitely in my nature. That’s award is just a way to appreci- money, the accolades or recog- for seventeen years, Mata had the award through Facetime the great thing about being a ate the hard work that herself nition, but it helps to encour- the honor to receive this award. right after I got out of the teacher and a student, every and many other teachers at the age us to keep improving.” “I am honored and proud. shower! So embarrassing!” year you get to start fresh, reach Ranch have done. Lugo knows I love what I teach, and I love For Mata, this award higher, learn new things, and that winning this award won’t Avril Lavigne? Did you mean: “Melissa Vandella” Dear Avril Lavigne, or to sing like Lavigne. Fast for- when “Avril Lavigne” released should I say Melissa Vandella, ward to 2003, Lavigne is be- her new album, The Best Damn “Why do you have to go and ginning to write her next album Thing, and a completely new make things so complicated?” when tragically, her grandfather look. Under My Skin and The On May 12, Twitter user @ and greatest supporter passed Best Damn Thing were polar givenchyass left Twitter shook away. Lavigne became emo- opposites, differing in both lyri- by revealing Lavigne’s (al- tionally unstable and would cal content and song style. The leged) secret when she posted lock herself in her apartment transition from somber melo- “Avril Lavigne is dead & was to write songs. She finally fin- dies to upbeat drums and guitars replaced by a look alike: a ished and began recording each surprised many fans. Many have conspiracy theory thread.” song, sometimes having to take also noticed “Avril Lavigne” The thread begins with breaks and calm down. Some missing moles and birthmarks a video comparing a 2002 Avril sources claim Lavigne threat- she used to have. This theory Lavigne song with a 2014 Avril ened and even attempted to kill was once brought to her atten- Lavigne song, clearly show- herself in late 2003. The theory tion in an interview and she be- ing a vast shift in music style. continues with Lavigne actually came very shaky and nervous, The story goes that af- succeeding a suicide attempt. refuting the theory with, “Well ter the 2002 release of her first At the time, Lavigne was at the I’m here so that’s not true.” album, Let Go, Lavigne had peak of her career, and rather In the end, this conspiracy trouble transitioning from a than let the news announce the theory has more speculation than regular person to a big celeb- Pop-Punk princess’s death, her evidence. Maybe the real Avril rity. So, she hired a look-alike record company used Melissa Lavigne is still alive and this to go out and face the paparazzi Vandella to live out the rest of theory is just adding unknown pretending the be Ms. Lavigne. her life as the deceased celeb- and untrue information to the Her name was Melissa Vandella rity. Soon after, Lavigne’s sec- story. To read the full thread and one day while in the studio, ond album (Under My Skin) was and find some more “evidence,” the two twins thought it would released featuring the real Avril visit twitter user @givenchyass be funny to teach Vandella how Lavigne’s voice. Skip to 2007, and view her pinned tweet. Avril Lavigne in 2004 and “Avril Lavigne” in 2017, this is a case for the FBI El Rodeo, Pg 6 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 CAMPUS

[Lyons, from page 1] Concert Band ends on a good note at banquet “The principal at my old school had an award that she always kept on the side and it was kind of how I explained it at Senior Awards,” says Lyons, “It’s a selfish moment where I get to recognize kids that I have had an opportunity to work with, beyond just as students on cam- pus. It was just a way for me to say, ‘these are kids that I appreciate.’” Not only was Lyons incredibly appreciative of the two recipients when handing them their awards, he also had a lot to say about them in this interview. “In my head, all the seniors are fantastic and I love all of them, but with Bert and Sam, that’s kind of what we strive for… I think if you closed your eyes and you thought about this year, from whatever perspective, there’s a group of kids that have always, kind of, moved to the top. You see them all the time, they’re at everything. They’re the fabric of the campus,” says Lyons. The El Rancho Concert band ends the year with an instrumental concert, including Orchestra and Jazz ensemble. Photo by Reggie Cordero As Lyons begins to step away By Andreya Yaxcal “This year the most memo- in the band is just having a better con- hoping that I’ll make a difference”, says from this chapter of his life, he is El Rodeo Staff Writer rable moment with jazz band was nection. I hope that incoming freshmen new Drumline Captain, Jesus Aguilar. that day when they finally pulled it will push hard to learn what they have to The Color Guard continue to still unsure about where he will be- El Rancho’s Concert all together. We worked really hard learn so we can succeed as a band”, says wow everyone while having a success- gin the next chapter of his life. Band, Color Guard, Drum- all year and struggled but it finally new Senior Drum Major, Angelica Ojeda. ful winter season. After placing 5th at “I’ve been on a lot of inter- line, and Jazz Band ended off the all came together,” says Mr. Cordero. “What I want most out of this championships, decisions were made views. I’m hopeful that I can stay a school year with their annual banquet. As for next year, tough de- upcoming season is for the newcomers at the annual banquet. Sophomore, principal at the high school level,” Mr. Cordero’s performing arts pro- cisions were made for the 2017- and returners to ‘band’ together and cre- Sandye Espinoza was announced to says Lyons. “That’s kind of where my grams- such as marching band, jazz band, 2018 leadership positions. ate the greatest performance El Rancho be next year’s Color Guard Captain. experience is, but it may be at a middle and the color guard- all celebrate and hon- These important positions included has ever seen, both on the parade route The upperclassmen who participate school, it may be an assistant principal or the service of the seniors. Even though Color Guard captains, Drumline captains and on the football field,” says Assis- in the band’s leadership program all hope position. I’m not really sure. I’ve been the seniors were a small class, Cordero and Assistant and Senior Drum Major. tant Drum major, Andrew Sepulveda. that next marching season will be exciting. looking at different opportunities.” showed his appreciation and gratitude of Next year’s Senior Drum Ma- The Drumline Captains were These leaders hope to teach the incoming Thanks to his experience having them participate in his programs. jor was announced to be juniors, An- announced to be sophomores, Jesus freshmen early in the summer in order to “When the seniors leave, it’s al- gelica Ojeda and the Assistant Drum Aguilar, Yazlin Juarez, and Xavier Mar- have their field show and parade march as principal at El Rancho, Ly- ways a tough loss, they contributed a lot Major will be Andrew Sepulveda. quez. These members would like to ready before the next school year ends. ons has learned an abundance of to the program with leadership, musi- Both would like to prepare the incom- make a difference and continue to have If you’re interested in join- new life skills. Many of which he cianship and friendship.”, says Cordero. ing freshmen early in the summer in a fun, yet hard working environment. ing Orchestra, Marching Band/Concert will take with him as he contin- During the banquet, awards were hopes to make their last marching sea- “I would want to bring everyone Band, Jazz Band, Drumline, or Color ues on his stroll through the jungle. handed to students ranging from ‘most son unforgettable for all band members. together as a family and work together Guard, contact Mr. Cordero through “[I’ve learned] trust your in- improved’ to ‘outstanding musician’. “Some differences I want to make as a group. I’m honestly terrified, but I’m [email protected] or in room C-4. stincts, you don’t know everything, and to be open and honest; to be trans- parent, to be ‘this is where I’m at this, 2016-2017: a roller coaster of emotions is where my head’s at.’ No matter how By Pedro Salcido to J.A.M.Z. this year. After a they have had clean water. In take aways phones in the case smart you are, it doesn’t mean that El Rodeo Staff Writer long battle, the seniors came out 2014, the city switched water of tardies. It’s been interesting. you know everything. This last year has really taught me that more than I on top with a win against the ju- suppliers as they reconstructed Most students say that he is actu- would have anticipated,” says Lyons. This past school niors with a final score of 12-8. pipes for their old water supply. ally “pretty chill.” Senior Izaiah Lyons is positive that no matter year has been… interest- After winter break, the With a population of 98,310 and Morales says, “He’s the coolest where he goes, it would be a shock to ing. There have been many most wonderful time of the year 41.2% of the population living in dean we have had yet. I like him have an experience that is even close ups and, many, many, downs. quickly came to an end when the poverty and more than half the the most because he shows me to the one he’s had here at the Ranch. Within the school, a lot United States was “awarded” a town being black, it makes you respect, and that’s not something “I may do this job someplace adults usually do.” else, but it’s going to be different, has changed. In August we got new president, Donald J. Trump. wonder… nevermind, not to- because it just is,” says Lyons, “To a new Principal, Mr. Jonathan A week after President Trump day. Anyways the water running This year was the fourth be able to walk in and say, ‘this is Lyons. With his inspiring speech was sworn in, he had signed over through the faucets in Flint have annual Don Games. The class what I can rely on, I can rely on good at the beginning of the year, El three executive orders and there bacteria that could cause diseas- competition where two classes people.’ Will I ever have a group of Rancho students had high hopes were several protests against es such as cancer. If you wish to are joined together and go head people like this? Probably not. There’s for the year. Slowly adapting his rule. Many Americans were, stay updated on the issue you can to head in a variety of games. no way to say. I’m really lucky. Mrs. to his new jungle, Lyons began and are, still living in a constant go to flintwaterclassaction.com. At the end of the rally the Gray Chavez is fantastic, Mrs. Leal is fan- tastic, Mr. Medrano, Mrs. Rosales, to develop a love for the school state of fear and anger against the Traveling to North Dakota, Team (juniors and sophomores) they’re a great time, great support and its students fairly quickly. new President and his cabinet. the Native Americans of the area came out on top with a win staff. The easiest part of this job is I As the year progressed One of the marches that have been having trouble with an against the Blue Team (seniors get to work with really good kids, that and the months passed, El Ran- was in opposition to Trump’s of- oil company who want to place and freshman). The class of makes it easy. I probably won’t have cho hosted it’s annual Night Pep fice was the Women’s March. I a pipeline right over their sacred 2017 is the first class to have it that again, that unique experience.” Rally. With a close competition myself had the pleasure of attend- grounds. This is not only insensi- throughout all four years of their All in all, El Rancho has had an this year,all the classes brought ing this march with some other El tive to their beliefs but also very high school career. The class incredible impact on Lyons in every way possible. The position he’s had here has all they had to the rally with Rancho students and staff mem- dangerous. These natives use this of 2018 is the undefeated class definitely changed him for the better. amazing skits and school spirit. bers. The march started around as a source of water and if the pipe in this category. They are defi- “I think I’m much more com- The Superhero Seniors prevailed 10am and ended around 4pm. leaks it can stream into their wa- nitely the class to beat next year. fortable making tough decisions. It’s with a #Back2Back win, Freak- The crowd was very energetic ter supply. There have been many As the year comes to a something that you never get good show Juniors came in second, and determined to make their protests against the pipeline and close and everyone is finding out at. [Same for] having those hard Undead Sophomores in third voices heard. This march advo- a very strong social media pres- how they will spend the next four conversations with people some- years of their life, the El Ran- times,” says Lyons, “Having to make and Fifties Freshman in fourth. cated everything from women’s ence all across the globe showing those tough decisions, I think that As the class competition came rights to the Black Lives Matter their support for the natives using cho school board decided to do was a skill that has changed me.” to an end all the students joined movement. It was not focused on the hashtag #NoDAPL. Unfor- some pretty suspicious things. When Lyons first started here hands and sang the alma mater. one single issue, all of the causes tunately, the natives did not suc- In previous years, the graduation at El Rancho, his goal was to create Fast forward to December had a common goal, equality. ceed. The pipeline was placed, requirements had been that one a positive atmosphere in which stu- and it was already time for Pow- As college apps finished up and has leaked twice since then. needed three years of science, dents could have a joyful experience. der Puff. The senior and junior and ER students began to deter- If you wish to help this cause a semester of health, and a 2.0 “Yea, we want kids to do well, we want you to graduate from high ladies trained neck and neck for mine where they wanted to attend, you can visit NoDAPL.life. overall GPA. Well, guess what? school and go to college, but really, I several weeks to go against each Marcela Cisneros, had received Coming back to school, That’s all gone. The removal of want your experience on the campus other and the boys also rehearsed her acceptance letter to Stanford. towards the end of the year, we these graduation requirements is to be one that is joyful. This should be for many weeks to provide us Her financial aid and scholarship received a new dean, Chalio Me- pretty dangerous to future class- fun,” says Lyons, “This is a blast, why with a fabulous performance. money exceeded beyond the four drano. His start was not as smooth es. If you wish to read more on would I not want to do this every day? As game day came closer, ten- years she would attend, in other as others. Coming in towards the this issue turn back to page 1. Even on my worst days, I am genuine- sion between the two classes words, SHE GOT A FULL RIDE! end of the school year, it’s tak- 2016-2017 has been a roll- ly, like super excited to get to work.” How many principals can say progressed (all in good fun). On Water, aka one major key ing him a little while longer to ercoaster full of lots of loops, that? Mr. Lyons, this might be the end game day the “pepsters” put on to life, has been causing some is- adjust to his new surroundings. but have high hopes for the fu- of your journey here at El Rancho, a fantastic performance, despite sues within these last few years. He started off by dress coding ture as our generation becomes but we are grateful for all that you’ve the minor audio problems, you In the small town of Flint, Michi- many, many people. He then had more aware and as our collec- done here. Farewell, Mr. Lyons. could say they are on their way gan, it has been three years since the ladies in the attendance office tion of memes become stronger. June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 7 CAMPUS Senior activities kick off as year comes to a close By Jocelyn Estrada ing event for seniors, but some El Rodeo Staff Writer teachers as well! Different staff members, such as Mr. Wlasick The end of the school and Mrs. Senteno-Tapia, will year is always the most thrill- take judging positions for the ing and active time for all stu- event and help time, oversee, dents. However, the class of 2017 and organize the competitions. takes the lead when it comes to The event is full of laughs the summer countdown. Many and messy fun as the seniors en- students look forward to the joy their final days together. And warm summer nights and pull- still, the thrills do not end there. ing out their bathing suits from On the final day of school, the bottom of their drawers. seniors are able to pick up their Thanks to the administra- cap and gown and begin rehearsal tion, teachers, and students, nu- for the graduation procession. At merous activities are planned this point, reality is hitting, and to help make that time fly. the few moments left as an en- First up, is senior sun- rolled Don will slowly run out. set on May 2nd. During senior #ERSENIORS. The event will senior grades will have already trip event to a round of challenges The clock is ticking as sunset, there will be karaoke, be an opportunity for the class been submitted. The class of on the football field on June 5th. the year comes to an end, and games, and a slideshow present- of 2017 to sit together on lawn 2017 is left to soak up their fi- Students will be given the op- as bitter-sweet as the thought of ed in El Rancho’s quad. Seniors chairs and blankets while soak- nal moments in public school portunity to participate in games, it all is, the seniors will always were allowed to submit photos ing up the memories with each and be together with their peers. such as a watermelon eating be Dons and keep the spirit and for the slideshow through the other on campus one last time. The annual “senior picnic” challenge and potato sack race. memories alive as the years go by. “Twitter” app with the use of By the last week of school, has taken a shift from being a field Not only is it an excit- College signing day recognizes college-bound seniors seniors who sat out on the field to to thank everyone who helped the event was spent listening to celebrate. For every college let- throughout the process, includ- board members and administra- ter a student submitted, they re- ing [the Associated Student tion speak of their own hardships ceived a raffle ticket to win prizes Body] and the Peer Advisors and experiences in college, rather such as a laptop and gift cards! who came to school at six A.M. than focusing on the students “The planning was put to get chairs, posters, and the and their respective colleges. on by Mrs. Leal, Mrs. Na- stage ready to go,” adds Perez. Also, the colleges that the souf, Jacki Cisneros (Genera- The ceremony was class of 2017 had been accepted tion 1st Degree) and Michelle well organized and excit- to were only briefly summarized Sandoval (Be A Leader Advi- ing for all students, however, in a speech and did not allow sor),” says Bethania, “it was there was one aspect that did for individual recognition to any definitely a lengthy process.” not reach what was expected. of the students. In addition, no El Rancho hosted board “It was a really proud mo- students were given the oppor- members and teachers to speak ment for the seniors, and I just tunity to speak or share a point at the event as well as honor- wish that it was far more interac- of view which would have been By Jocelyn Estrada Club, and, senior, Bethania Per- ing a guest speaker, Krista Ma- tive for them and focused on their far more relatable to the seniors. El Rodeo Staff Writer ez as part of Michelle Obama’s rie Yu, from ABC Family’s Dr. achievements and the schools they College signing day was “Better Make Room” initiative. Ken. Krista spoke on her expe- were accepted to,” says Perez. an honorable and proud moment The second annual “Col- Seniors submitted col- rience in the higher education The beginning of the as- for the seniors, parents, teach- lege Signing Day,” took place lege acceptance/waitlist letters to process and offered some help- sembly was full of excited peers ers and many more El Rancho on May 15th, 2017. The event the College and Career Center be- ful advice to the class of 2017. and parents as the seniors entered members. And now, the count- was prepared and hosted by Gen- ginning late March and were there- “The event was not set up the stadium, and from there, the down begins for graduation. eration 1st Degree, Be A Leader fore invited to sit among the 250+ and put together easily. I’d like spirit declined. The majority of Word on the Street: To which college did you commit?

University of California - Merced Robert Herrera, 12

Long Beach City College Alejandra Villalpando, 12

Biola University Melody Campos, 12

California State University: Los Angeles Siann Rodriguez, 12 El Rodeo, Pg 8 El Rancho High School SENIOR WILLS I, Heavenlee Vasquez, being of sound mind and body, I, Aaron Gallegos, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the do hereby bequeath the following: The side room in big following: To finish college, land a job at a place like Pixar, create my own bear to Janae Vasquez and her people. The varsity 3200 animated film, and live my life to its fullest potential. to Destiny Rivera, my chocolate strawberry addiction to Brandon, my fan club to Robert, and my clumsiness to Jamie Benitez. I, Gabby Castro, being of sound mind and I, Samantha Berrospe, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: body, do hereby bequeath the following: my To the underclassmen, I hope you all make the right decisions and make choices based poster writing to Serena Perez, my ASB cubby on what you want to do and accomplish. Also underclassmen, go to every school activity. to Karissa Furlough, my soul and dedication I, Monica Guido, being You might think you’re too cool for them or that it’s lame, but going to these events are to Briana Alcala, my love to Sarah Navarro, of sound mind and body, what will make your high school experience memorable. I leave to Katherine Herrera the my heart to Ahtziri Sanchez, my chair to Matt do hereby bequeath strength that I never had, to a hopefully stress free senior year. To Aleksey Soto I leave my Sanchez and my phone to Julio Ornelas. the following: My love for bands and discovering new music. Please play your kpop so many times and very photoshopping skills to loud so everyone converges into a kpop fan. To Kayla Perez, I leave to you my love for Anthony Alvarez, My Harry Styles, and Teen Wolf and in hope that you will constantly play Harry’s album and I, Omar Torres, being of sound Count Olaf ankles to binge watch the greatest show in history. To Andreya Yaxcal I leave to you my sarcastic mind and body, do hereby Susana Regalado, and My wit because your little comments about everything are what make the brainstorming circle bequeath the following: I leave sock swag to Donteylor hilarious. To all of the people I mentioned, you will all succeed to the greatest and I leave my tennis teammates my trait of Maxwell. you guys a piece of me in spirit. Love you all. XOXO Gossip Girl. being motivational and happy.

I, Adam Allred, being of sound mind and I, Albert Madueno, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: to the body, do hereby bequeath the following:My underclassmen in El Rodeo, my somehow good dark humor to Rudy Fernandez (CO ‘18) , my picture taking skillz, to Sakeenah Islam the desk I sassy attitude to Janae Vasquez(CO ‘19) , my always sit at in Xenia’s. MLG skills to Armando Tapia(CO ‘18), my sarcasm to Stephanie Alva(CO ‘18), and my I, Madison Ortiz, being of sound mind immaturity to Kaeliana Vasquez (CO ‘18). and body, do hereby bequeath the I, Jocelyn Estrada, being of sound mind and body, following: My 100m sprinting legs to do hereby bequeath the following: My green Natalie Munoz, my 400m sprinting room locker to Geysha “Straigtsha” Govea, my I, Amy Navarro, being of sound legs to Charlette Barrera, my Varsity humorous writing to Aleksey Soto, my proud mind and body, do hereby bequeath relay team to Natalie Munoz, Chalette mom-like habits to Sophia Flores, my witty the following: my basketball skills Barrera and Jocelyn Jauregui, and my remarks to Katie Herrera, my laid back and to Susana Regalado, my height photography skills to Gabby Nava. sarcastic personality to Ernesto Castro, my love to Donteylor Maxwell, captain for Night Pep Rally to Crystal Burgos and my knowledge to Nicole Mercado, and absolute shade-throwing attitude to Layla Prieto. lunch money and good looks to I, Briana Santos, being of sound mind and body, do hereby Melanie Navarro. bequeath the following: My annotated books for AP LIT to the up and coming seniors

I, Jonathan Maciel, being of sound mind and body, do hereby I, Ivy Castillo, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: my lit music, my stress (and the many bequeath the following: My crocs to Andrew Sepulveda, tears that come with it), my confidence, my individuality, and my my love for emojis to Melissa Ochoa, and my mochi to spiciness ;) to the underclassmen. Julio Orneales. My locker to Ernesto Castro, my onesie to Remy Torres, my blonde hair to Kyra Chavez, my fidget spinner to Tony Cortez, and a cold one to Rudy Ya Boi.

I, Christian Arteaga, being of sound mind and body, do hereby I, Jerry Chu, being of sound mind and body, do bequeath the following: my sarcasm to Steve (bighead) Acuña, hereby bequeath the following: Hello! Now that I my big butt and great advice to Rodrigo (Rigolicious) Saldana, am leaving, I want to say a few things! It has been a my “Overfriendliness” to Andrew Martinez, my reserved spot on great pleasure to all of you whom I met! I leave my the varsity soccer bench to Robert Ayala, and lastly, my ability to I, Emily Gamboa, being lucky hat to Jack, I leave my school spirit to Jake, prove people wrong to Amberly Recendez. :* of sound mind and body, and lastly, I leave my awesomeness to everyone! do hereby bequeath the Teri maa ki chut bhen ke lode (good bye)! Good luck following: I give my y’all! right arm to kassandra my “life” to Brianna I, Nayeli Hernandez, being of sound mind and body, do hereby and my “skills” to my bequeath the following: my “foul language” to the 2017-2018 El daughter Serena Rodeo Staff, my loud voice to the Get Lit Team, my coffee addiction and ability to sleep in class to Aleksey Soto, my senior year attitude I, Stephanie Rico, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: My to Kayla Perez, my ability to be extremely careless to Katherine chicken legs to Susana Regalado, My amazing math skills to Carlos Pareja, and my great Herrera, my sarcasm to Andreya Yaxcal, my mood swings to Angel yearbook editing skills to Anthony Alvarez Molina, my astrology knowledge and mom lectures to Alexa Osegura, the food in my house to Nich Rodriguez (since he eats it anyways), and my lamp to Jessica Hernandez. El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 9 SENIOR WILLS I, Aaron Gallegos, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the I, Jasmine Sanchez, being of sound mind and body, following: To finish college, land a job at a place like Pixar, create my own I, Pedro Salcido, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath do hereby bequeath the following: My sassiness to animated film, and live my life to its fullest potential. the following: my tweef starting abilities to Kalysah Hudson and Sandye, my love of color guard to Breanna and my Mariah and Marissa Cruz, my dance moves to Gabriela Aguilar, my killer comebacks to Danielle photography skills to Miranda Zorilla, my striped shirt to Emily Ponce (not 4 realz tho hehe), may creativeness to Evelin Salas, my layout abilities to next years journalism and yearbook staff, and my bitter attitude towards the school board to every student attending ER :). I, Adrian Flores, being of sound I, Monica Guido, being mind and body, do hereby bequeath of sound mind and body, the following: My left pink spike to do hereby bequeath Sean senpai, my right pink spike to the following: My I, Ariana Ramos, being of sound mind and body, do hereby George Castillo, my Mexico short photoshopping skills to bequeath the following: The palm tree to the next group of shorts to fruity miguel angel, and Anthony Alvarez, My Volleyball Seniors, My amazing photoshop skills to Eva Salas, My my sarcasm to Geysha Govea. Count Olaf ankles to captain abilities to Jenna Alvarado, and My uncontrollable facial Susana Regalado, and My expressions to Emily Ponce. sock swag to Donteylor Maxwell. I, Stephanie Marquez, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the I, Samantha Leggis, being of sound mind and following: Take everything the staff has shown me and have that respect . body, do hereby bequeath the following: My will to be #CollegeBound to Steve Acuna, my school spirit to Dillon Madrid, my diploma to I, Jose Alcala, being of sound mind and Jacob Romero, my ASB President chair to Julio body, do hereby bequeath the following: Ornelas, my #ShakeEm ‘s to Draven Mendoza, My fake glasses to Louis Cortez, my my ASB cubby to Anika Herrera. knowledge of television and movies to Crystal Burgos, my swollness to Melissa Ochoa, all of my accents and I, Jocelyn Estrada, being of sound mind and body, I, Donald Brown, being of sound mind and impressions to the Drama department, do hereby bequeath the following: My green body, do hereby bequeath the following: to and my old film reels and meditation room locker to Geysha “Straigtsha” Govea, my Eric Estrada, I leave flats that I ran 14:42 practices to Mr. Retana. humorous writing to Aleksey Soto, my proud in, to George Castillo, I leave the endurance mom-like habits to Sophia Flores, my witty necessary to run a 9:35 3200m, to Nick I, Jeremy Martinez, being remarks to Katie Herrera, my laid back and Rodriguez, I leave the speed necessary to run of sound mind and body, sarcastic personality to Ernesto Castro, my love a 2:02 800m, and to Tigran, I leave you your do hereby bequeath the for Night Pep Rally to Crystal Burgos and my favorite leash. following: I leave my swag absolute shade-throwing attitude to Layla Prieto. to the upcoming senior football class. I, Vanessa Espinoza, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: my responsibility of painting/drawing for set work to Ernesto Castro and Kyra Chavez. Also I bequeath I, Jasmine Chan, being of sound mind and my assertive attitude to Alyssa Gomez. Last but not least, the body, do hereby bequeath the following: improv team to Ernesto Castro. my position & love to Serena Perez, my bangs to Karissa Furlough, the embarrassing video of me from Elementary School to I, Ashley Cota, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: I give Jennifer Rodriguez my memories so, she can look back to Hugo Vera, my memes to Julio Ornelas & all our crazy jokes. I give Danica Kantor my freedom so, she can go any- Alexis Gallegos, my lack of skills in golf to where she wants without​ permission. I give Arlene Luis my brain so, she can Deanna Roldan, my love of superheroes to see that being intelligent isn’t something that is given but worked for over Emily Lopez and my love of Shrek to Rene time. I give Amanda Rodriguez my height so, she can see what it’s like to be Gallegos. I, Jerry Chu, being of sound mind and body, do short again. I give Mathew Molina my courage so, he can show his true self to others. I give Jennifer Cervantes my eyes so, she can see all the anime hereby bequeath the following: Hello! Now that I I’ve watched. I give my Loving Parents my heart so they can see how much am leaving, I want to say a few things! It has been a they mean to me. I also give them my awards because they are the ones who helped me earn them. great pleasure to all of you whom I met! I leave my I, Xcaret Estrada, being of sound mind and body, do lucky hat to Jack, I leave my school spirit to Jake, hereby bequeath the following: My obsession with and lastly, I leave my awesomeness to everyone! conspiracy theories and movie theatre adventures Teri maa ki chut bhen ke lode (good bye)! Good luck I, Ashley Meza, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: to to Ernasty Castro, my emotional breakdowns and y’all! always do my best in anything I wish to pursue and never allow anyone to let me feel breakfast runs to K-eye-ra Belana, my crusty rusty anything less than the fighter I am. locker and my black leotard to Sophizzle Flores, my arguments with Wlasick to Tony Jackson Picket I, Katherine Piña, being of sound mind and body, Burnside, my love for Steven Universe and new do hereby bequeath the following: My reputation friends to Karizma Reyes, my costume changes to of wearing KT Tape at every swim meet to Marissa Alyssa Gomez, my need to protect the Little Theatre I, Stephanie Rico, being of sound mind and body, do hereby bequeath the following: My Lopez; my smiles on those cloudy days to Angie at all costs to Natalie Sepulveda, my hide and go chicken legs to Susana Regalado, My amazing math skills to Carlos Pareja, and my great Martinez; my willingness to defend my best friend seek skills to Sirius Savedra, my small bladder to yearbook editing skills to Anthony Alvarez as well my before meet dances to Carlos (aka Crystal Burgos, and my entire heart and home in the Barlos) Rojo. Litttle Theatre to Mr.Wlasick and the Thespians in Troupe #2164. El Rodeo, Pg 10 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 STAFF FAREWELLS

into photography when we needed writing and incredible personality. him most; Mia Alvarez, who only Mr. Zeko, thank you for giv- copy edited for us and still managed ing me the opportunity to lead such a to spill cup of noodles on the desk; talented group of people. Thank you Samantha Chavez, who never said no for giving me a home on this campus to running an errand for us and was in the form of X-1. Had it not been amazing with a camera; Sebastian Ar- for you and this class, I wouldn’t be zate, who was always there to help us going on to study communications with any articles we needed; Danae at UCSD. Journalism has revealed Rodriguez, who showed up to class the best parts of me, like my ability 12% of the time but never missed a to sleep in class, the amount of times killer sports article; Gemini Chavez, I can cuss in an hour, my knack for who took literally anything we threw writing and editing, my ability to at her; Daniel Reveles, who did any- lead, and my ability to be apart of a thing and everything to get amazing little family. I’ll never forget my time shots for El Rodeo; Noah Perez, who here in El Rodeo and I can only hope was always available for photos and a to have left you all with the best of playlist in layout; Bernice Vega, who me. You all made my senior year and could lay out a paper like nobody I cannot ever thank you enough. I’m else, while dancing along to literally going to leave you all with this, as it any type of music; Katherine Herrera, is the only way I can end this with- who did everything in her power to out crying, but still hating myself: I make sure she gave nothing but the see the finish line, gonna finish mine. best to this paper; Aleksey Soto, who is an incredible writer that’s never -Nayeli Hernandez shy about speaking her mind; An- drew Sepulveda, who is a wizard of copy editing and provided the best Although I became a Don four memes; Kayla Perez, who gives so months before the end of the school much to this paper and its staff and year, I fully consider myself a part of never failed to pick a fight with Mr. El Rancho. Growing up as a kid who Zeko; Andreya Yaxcal, who had the moved around a lot, I have been to wittiest of remarks to anything and my fair share of schools, El Rancho everything; Skyler Cornwell, who being the sixth high school I have literally came out of nowhere but Most of you don’t know other I’ve made here on campus and attended in the span of four years. proved to be a wonderful person with who I am, and that’s okay, because yes, this is a cliché, but it doesn’t Believe it or not, with the amount of a knack for political and entertain- this is for the El Rodeo Staff. For the matter because I actually mean it. schools I’ve attended, I have not once ment pieces; Samantha Berrospe, past year and a half, I have created a When you spent countless hours with participated in any school events or who would throw her shoe for no rea- family and a home in El Rodeo. Most a group of people, especially when clubs until now! I chose my senior son, but still do everything to be one kids who peaked in high school have you’re on campus together until 10 year to finally get involved! I don’t of the best reporters on staff; Ethan a variation of all of these great and at night, they start to grow on you. regret it except for the fact that I Sepulveda, who could never turn a amazing accomplishments. Luckily, I I have created so many memories waited so long to experience some single thing in on time, but always hate high school and have yet to peak, with this staff and I would never of the best moments of my youth. delivered amazing articles in between hence El Rodeo being all I have here be able to finish telling them all. I wish I could have these past Photoshopping his pictures; Jose Al- at the Ranch. I only spent one semes- Everyone who has been apart four months on replay. I will always cala, who always saved us from hor- ter of my junior year with the staff of of this year’s staff has left an unforget- cherish the people I’ve met and the rendous grammatical and spelling er- 2015-2016 and I thought their depar- table impression, not only on me, but opportunities that have been given rors, but still roasted the majority of ture was as hard as things would get on the paper. We’ve had people like to me. I will take with me what I us; Petey Salcido, who did the best for me. Saying goodbye to the 2016- Michael Martinez, who is an incredi- have learned from the teachers who center spreads and could literally do 2017 staff is, by far, a lot harder. ble artist that barely ever says a word; have welcomed me as if I had been anything we needed him to do while I cannot begin to describe Antonio Cortes, who always has here since the beginning, and I will still throwing it back in class; and what an honor it has been for me to something slightly terrifying to say, certainly not forget my fellow peers Jocelyn Estrada, who is a mom to the not only be a part of the staff, but to but, nonetheless, has grown so much on the El Rodeo staff who have whole staff while still being a vital lead it as editor-in-chief. The bond as a writer; Adam Allred, who started showed me nothing but kindness. part to this paper with her humorous that we have created is unlike any off as a sole reporter only to delve Thank you for having me, El Rancho.

At first I thought the Journal- ways keep me entertained. Stay thick, everything from being honest about If I want to be completely hon- -Skyler Cornwell ism class would be another kick- mami! Pedro, you can’t have custody my writing, to writing letters of rec. est, being in El Rodeo was one of the back class where we take pictures of kermit until you are 21. But, I love that make it seem like I birthed the funnest things I’ve ever had the privi- and write a few essays about school, you and I hope you stay in my life. world’s savior. I appreciate how flex- lege of doing while at ER. I’ll miss but it turned out to be far more than Ethan, I’ve known you the longest out ible yet punctual you are with every- Mr. Zeko, every other staff member that. I actually joined a family of of everyone in Journalism. I hope you thing. You set an incredible example! I’ll leave behind, I won’t miss stay- brilliant, creative, and witty thinkers ing for layout and being at school for that create a work of art which many over 12 hours, bye. Lowkey those dons look forward to every month. were the best times though. These Not only am I thankful people I get to call my fellow news for the improvement in my writ- staff have become some of my fa- ing over the year, but for the les- vorite people. I bid thee farewell El sons I was taught to better myself Rodeo News, may we meet again. and my perspective on many things through my peers and Mr. Zeko. -Adam Allred To my baby of the class, Kayla. Your contagious laugh and strong perseverance always brightens my mood. You’re go- ing to bring bigger and better ad- ditions to the table in future years, I’ll miss this awesome staff. you make me so proud. Andreya, Everyone was always cracking me thank you for laughing at my jokes up. This was by far the most fun class when nobody else does. You rock! I’ve ever had. Journalism is a class Aleksey, you’ve never looked I will never forget. Mr Zeko wasn’t bad, and I mean it. I don’t think the just a teacher, he was also like a stu- word “flaw” exists in your book. dent. He would roast everyone over Keep doing what you’re doing, brai- a stupid comment and the one get- niac! Katie, your laugh, hard work, ting roasted would laugh because and fried rice can cure any bad it was true but it was all in playful mood of mine, and please continue always remember how much I appre- I wish I would have joined fun. If you’re a sophomore or junior to get so involved in different clubs. ciate you and how proud I am of you. Journalism sooner, and I cant thank you should definitely join this class. Antonio, you’re so incredible, Nayeli, thank you for not be- you all enough for the great memories This class brought me a couple new and I mean it. Show off your talent! ing like the other moms, you’re a we have created. I find you all... sim- friends and a lot of memories. This Adam, you always have the best cool mom. I love you so much and ply irresistible. Thank you to every- class made me a whole lot better at chisme and the best photos. Skyler, I know you’re going to change the one who actually read my articles and writing and it really showed in my es- why didn’t you move sooner? You world... the count is 126+. Please gave me feedback, you all are the best! says in ERWC. I’m going to miss it. bring a whole new kind of happy vibe send me photos of your Kermit and I hope to see the paper thrive through- Hi. Oh Wait… Good bye to the El Rodeo staff, good to X-1. Michael, you are an incred- always eat your veggies! I can’t wait out the years. I love you, El Rodeo! I’ll miss y’all. K, bye. bye Zeko, and goodbye high school. ible artist, and I know you will go far. to go to your Spiderman wedding. Sam, baby, I know you’ll al- Mr. Zeko, you beautiful, bald - Jocelyn Estrada - Michael Martinez ways keep in touch. Your fangirl headed, Spiderus, you. Thank you for -Antonio Cortes June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 11 STAFF FAREWELLS I joined journalism last year memorable with laughs, jokes, and Henlo staff, henlllo u est people to walk this campus. Even during second semester after be- mafia. I hope you all live up to your stinky staff, go eat an paper u booty- though Joce tells you to take my seat ing recommended by former staff dreams and shine brighter and bright- ful people. whenever I’m late, I’m glad to have member, Hugo Martinez, to join. er with every dream that you concur. This whole year has been gotten to know you. You’re an amaz- Since then, I have fallen in love To Mr. Zeko, joining your Dig- fantastic! I would like to thank all of ing actor and I hope you continue with the class and the people in it. ital Photography class last year was you on staff for making my senior with it, but if you don’t, it’s all good. Being in journalism was the another one the best decisions I made year the most memorable. Words can I know you’re going to be a great per- best opportunity that I was ever in high school. You made me fall in not describe how happy I am that son after high school and you’re are given in high school. I got to meet love with photography and believed I got kicked off of volleyball and going to do beautiful things. Ethan, new friends who were just as quirky in me and my artwork when no one joined the staff. I love you… as much as I am able. and ambitious as myself, I wrote else did. So, thank you. You are a great All those late nights we spent Antonio! I hope you con- better due to being in a class that teacher that cares about your students together editing articles and mak- tinue with making music. Death is focused solely on writing, and and always tries to make sure every ing layouts will forever be a special Cancer has an amazing ring to it. If it was a class that I always enjoyed student has an amazing experience in part of my high school memories! you don’t keep rockin out through- going to. Walking into X-1 every- your class. I will miss you Mr. Zeko. Thank you, Nayeli, for encour- out life, I will come for you lol. day, besides the dreadful Tuesdays, I’ve had you for two years now, and I aging me to join. You are a strong I hope you have an amazing life; was a class that felt just like home. will surely miss your classroom with leader and your future is bright. Please you deserve it. #BuyDeathCance- With people that I’m not afraid to be students art covering the walls, and keep being yourself and fight the roniTunes. (in metal) I love you. myself, and a place where I’m not that newspaper scent that lingers in good fight. You are like a mother/old- SKYLAR!! You came in half- afraid to speak out about my opinions the room. But most of all I will miss er sister figure to me. I have learned way through the year and I’m glad you and ideas, it is nice knowing I have you being my teacher because your so much from you. You are going did! You are an amazing writer and I a place that I feel comfortable in. critics and helpful advice on my ar- to be such a powerful and bada** think you have a future with it. You are It’s bitter-sweet knowing ticles and my photos are what made woman. I can not wait to see you such an intelligent person that I have that all of us are going to go to dif- my writing become stronger and my succeed; you deserve every ounce of learned so much from. I hope you ferent places and accomplish great photography become better and more happiness coming your way. I am go- have fun back in Oregon! I love you. things. It’s especially sad knowing unique. Thank you for everything. ing to miss you so much. I love you. And now for my babies. The that many of the people that I’ve It is sad to be leaving this year Sam, you are one of the sweet- fantastic four, the fabulous fems, gotten to know these past four years and leaving behind the newspaper af- est people I have ever met. You make you are K.A.K.A. I love you all so have grown up and to become such ter such amazing times. I have gained the room so bright with your little much. I hope you guys succeed in intelligent, strong young adults. so many memorable memories from jokes your and cute laugh. You make every sense of the word. You four The fellow staff members to being at El Rancho for these past my day better whenever you show deserve so much. Aleksey, the fu- continue next year are the people that four years. I know that I will do up and I honestly regret not talk- ture mother. You are such a beauti- I will miss immensely. They are the well and succeed in whatever is to ing to you sooner. I am glad I got to ful and intelligent being. You are creators of a new vision of El Rodeo come in the future. Goodbye Class know you this year. I hope that you such a strong individual. You are go- and they are the best people for this of 2017, and goodbye the El Rodeo have a remarkable life. You are an ing to make a great Editor-in-chief. task. Aleksey, Katie, Kayla, and An- Staff. You will be missed, and to the AMAZING PERSON. I love you. Katie, you are such a cutie. I dreya, you guys are wonderful, smart staff, you will always be in my heart. JOCELYN! Heheheheee. I am am going to miss you so much. I’m and strong ladies that will do so well so glad I got to be in this class with probably going to miss your laugh in the future. You guys take initiative -Samantha Berrospe you. Since freshman year you have the most. It’s one of my favorite and aren’t afraid to speak up about been one of the funniest people I things in journalism. I hope you have anything. You guys are people that have ever met. There are NO words fun senior year. It’s tough but don’t have made my last year of journal- that can describe how much I ap- let it get to you. YOU GOT THIS! ism one that I will always remember. preciate you and Kermit. You are Hey Andreya! I hope I didn’t Aleksey and Katie, you guys an amazing human being and the slaughter your name but you are such are seniors next year and it will be so thought of not seeing you every day a cool girl. I hope you have a good stressful, but don’t forget to focus on makes me upset. I hope you have junior year. You’re almost there! I yourselves before your studies. I’ve fun in college; you are going to be- didn’t talk to you much and I regret known you two since middle school come an amazing teacher. I love you. not doing so. I hope you have a good and I know that you guys are strong Hey, Picasso, I never called high school experience you deserve women that can get through anything. you this in real life but who cares. it. Hang in there! #2MoreYears. I can’t wait to hear about your success. I have always admired your draw- K A Y L A! Probably one of Kayla and Andreya, I’ve had ings, please don’t ever stop. I see the most adorable staff members! the pleasure to get to know you two you going far with your art. I know You’re doing amazing sweetie. Don’t this semester and I know that, what- we never really talked but you are let anyone get you down, you are too ever you decide to do in and after an all around cool and chill per- precious to be sad! I can’t wait to high school, you guys will succeed. son. I hope you have an amazing watch you grow into a better person. Since you two are going to be ju- life after high school. You’re go- I hope you have fun in high school. niors next year, you guys still have ing to do great, Michael. I love you. You deserve every ounce of recog- time to choose what you want to do Adam, you are so sweet. nition you get (bc Zeko didn’t give and make sure this upcoming school Thanks for the sweater from Christ- you any.) You are great. I love you. is one that you strive for greatness. mas; it’s really comfy and soft. I ZEKOOOO! The king of bald- I will miss my class of 2017 a hope you have a great time in col- ness. Thank you for giving me the lot because I have formed some great lege. I’m happy to have had journal- chance to join journalism. You and ev- friendships with the people in this ism, Elias, and Qureshi with you, eryone on staff have made me a better class. For the seniors in journalism, you had my back with some assign- writer. Keep putting out some bomb I want to let you know that you guys ments that saved my grade. You are papers and don’t stop teaching. You are such hilarious good-hearted peo- gonna do great things. I love you. may be getting old, but you aren’t that ple that I will always have a place in Noble, noble, noblllleee. You old yet. I love you Zeko. You’re great. my heart for. Yeli, Joce, Petie, Ethan, are a lil baby with yo 13-year-old Adam, Skyler, Michael, and Antonio, ash. Tehe. You are one of the funni- thank you for making my senior year - Pedro “Petey” Salcido Saying goodbye was never die, easy, even at 2 am when Amber is so this calls for a moment to be the only one to reply. cheesy. To Joce, whom I’ve known for Well, this has been a short time over a decade, coming. your friendship has left me in a To Redbone, Bino kept us debt that can never be repaid. humming. It saddens me that we must say The stress we endured just to goodbye, even just this once, make this newspaper but soon will we will say Hi. made us all at one point, want Sincerely, Ima Dunce. to jump off a skyscraper. To Sam, the madam that uses Lead by the all powerful Yeli sunglasses as a form of eye protec- I reviewed songs from the tion, speaker I could make a diagram ex- To shows on the tele. plaining why you’re the biggest fan We fought, we bought nuggs, of One Direction. and with Zeko to oversee To all the weird stuff that Zeko Through the fights, we ex- decided to turn the blind eye, panded our family tree. Makes his easily the hardest To the ones we lost over the goodbye. year, it was never the same without - Ethan Sepulveda you here. To Yeli, Kermit, and the web chart, I say thank you, from the bot- tom of my heart. “Ditzy Goonfits” will never El Rodeo, Pg 12 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 CAMPUS LIFE Sophomore poets present A Night of Spoken Word

Poets of sophomore class Joshua Esqueda, Alonzo Murrieta, Alejan- dro Sainz, and Brandon Villalobos. Photo by Mr. Zeko By Aleksey Soto the sophomores to open up and ex- El Rodeo Staff Writer press feelings they would normal- ly keep inside. Dylan Joseph was Ten weeks of studying stan- among the few who performed Rio Hondo’s Early College Academy zas and preparing poems culmi- his solo piece, Heart of Gold, By Katherine Herrera what college classes would nated in Mrs. Zeko’s sophomore which earned loud applause both El Rodeo Staff Writer be like. Not only can you get Honors English students perform- before and after the performance. exempt from college cours- ing at the annual Night of Spoken “I tried to think of what I

Word on May 23rd. The event was truly wanted to tell to everyone, Rio Hondo’s Ear- es, but it will also increase hosted at Whittier College’s Ruth and what experience I wanted ly College Academy pro- your accumulative GPA. B. Shannon Center and spon- them to know, so I choses what vides students to be ex- When coming to the end sored by the Flourish Foundation. I thought was bothering me the empt from UC and/or Cal of Senior year, stoles and cords Every student was re- most at the time,” Joseph said. State College courses. will be award for your hard quired to do a group piece, “For a while I’ve been feel- Most high school stu- the College and Career Cen- work. Completing at least two and a few were selected to do ing guilty about watching all dents who take these cours- ter to pick up an application, or more courses, will earn you an individual. Eric Morago, a my friends struggling, with me es through Rio Hondo are fill out the application includ- a cord. On average, Rio Hondo well-known poet in the Whit- not struggling as hard, and I benefitted in the long run ing the list of classes, offered, offers more than 20 majors that tier area, aided Zeko’s classes just wanted to encapsulate that because of money saved that you would like to take are transferable to any UC’s. during the long creative process. in my poem the best I could.” going into Senior year and “I came about once a week, Of course, many of the and courses taken/passed. Thinking of attending a 2 unless we felt that we needed to performers were also nervous. From the end of Junior year be accepted to the program. year college after high school? try and squeeze another meeting “I was nervous because I is the start of Rio Hondo’s The program is fo- Attend Rio Hondo! High in, and basically it just depended wrote [Love is Different] about Early College Academy. cused primarily to help you School graduates now have on where we were in the pro- how much I love my boyfriend How to join: Towards become exempt from tak- free tuition for the first year! cess,” Morago said. “In the very and how great he is and then the end of junior year, Juniors ing these courses in college, beginning it’s all about exposing about us breaking up,” Natalie who are interested, must visit but to also prepare you for them to different poems and ex- Perez said. “We were going to amples and trying to work out an be talking about love and mem- exercise for them like exercises ories and stuff and both of our on metaphors and similes or on moms were going to be there!” narrative and storytelling. Then Crystal Burgos closed they would do like a writing exer- the night with her solo cise, and then it would go to then piece, The Art of English. turning in either an individual The night was a memo- poem or a group poem. Then it rable one for all of the sopho- would be the revision process.” mores, and Morago hopes it The night opened with left an impression on them. musical entertainment from “I hope you either decided sophomores Nelson Portillo and that you discovered something Brandon Villalobos, followed by in poetry and want to pursue it juniors, Gabriela Nava and Sol and continue it in your follow- Rodriguez, A.K.A the Meloncolly ing years in high school, in col- Mondays. Their line up included lege and beyond, or that you just covers of alternative rock songs don’t stop trying to communi- such as Zombie by the Cranberries cate your thinking and feeling and Whiskey and Wine by 311. through your writing,” he says. In order to prepare and Rodriguez also hopes the motivate the sophomore poets, students learn from the experience. Rodriguez, along with junior “When I started doing po- Esmeralda Barajas, recited the etry, it helped me grow as an classic poem The Quiet World individual,” she said. “I was un- by Jeffrey McDaniel and their sure of myself and who I was, response entitled Dead Line. and it helped me find myself, so “[Sol] came up to me tell- I hope they do the same thing.” ing me she was interested in this Mrs. Zeko closed the night classic piece and Mrs. Zeko said with a speech thanking all of the we should perform,” Barajas said. people who participated in mak- “We were sitting on the ing the night a success, including idea and the opportunity came Mr. Zeko and his photography up for us to perform it, so we classes, the Flourish Foundation, were, like, ‘Okay we’ll just per- Ms. Chodos, Morago, and all three form it,’” Rodriguez added. of her Honors English classes. After all of the opening per- “When we started we al- formers, the night finally kicked ways gave ourselves numbers,” off with Training Wheels, a poem she said about her students. “We by Diana Munoz, Erika Esca- were at a one, not meaning one milla, Crystal Burgos, and Mat- was bad it was the beginning, and thew Avelar, and the rest of the then we were at a two, at a three, night fell into place afterwards. at a four, at a two. [Now] I say to The night was a chance for my sophomores, you are at a ten.” June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 13 HIGH SCHOOL REGRETS What is your high school regret? “I regret nothing.”- “I regret getting “I regret coming to this Pedro Salcido Voluntarily listening to Taylor into all those fights school.”-Esmeralda Swift and Twenty One Pilots. freshmen year and Garcia - Nayeli Hernandez not doing my best.”- Stephanie Marquez “My biggest regret “I regret taking so is not joining drama many AP Classes. I freshman year, and not should have had more continuing swim.”- fun and it’s okay to “The past is the past Samantha Berrospe ditch school. I always and I can’t change ditched and I’m it. I did what I did No Ragrets. still graduating with in the past under the -Samantha Leggis honors. Work smarter knowledge I had at that not harder.”-Janetzi time (whatever time Galean it may be) to the best “My biggest highschool of my ability. I have “I regret never going to regret has to be not taking no regrets.”-Jonathan the quad during lunch.”- advantage of all of what Maciel Ashley Cota El Rancho has to offer. There are so many clubs/ “I regret Focusing to opportunities I didn’t take much time on social “I regret nothing it was up and that has an effect media and girls.”- great <3333”-Amy on me now. Challenge Daniel Plancarte Navarro is good, don’t be afraid to face it.”- Christian “I regret hat I didn’t Arteaga follow my heart “I regret not having completely.”-Rebecca enough swag.”- Aleman Jeremy Martinez “My high school regret “I regret not joining many is developing clubs sooner and I regret senioritis 2nd taking AP Statistics senior “I regret not taking “I regret not going to semester of year.” -Jocelyn Estrada French all four years, as many school events sophomore” and not taking drama as I could have.”- year. -Vanessa during junior year.”- Omar Torres Espinoza “I regret not doing a Jose Alcala Musical.ly.”-Adrian “My high school Flores regret is going to that “I regret waiting until one morning practice the last minute to do my sophmore year.”- my assignments.”- Donald Brown Heavenlee Vasquez “I regret ;eaving the “I regret not doing Little Theatre for other what I said I would do classes, I should’ve by my senior year as stayed in there for as a freshman, and ever long as possible.” leaving basketball.”- -Xcaret Estrada “I regret coming to Aaron Gallegos school.” -Ivy Castillo “I regret not joining more clubs, and not attending more basketball and football games.”-Katherine Piña- El Rodeo, Pg 14 El Rancho High School June 2, 2017 ENTERTAINMENT Gorillaz shows One Direction heads in different directions world, sharing his new music to the Humanz side select few that were lucky to get their hands on some tickets. Throughout in new album the break, besides writing and pro- ducing music, Styles acted in the up- coming blockbuster movie, Dunkirk. For Styles, this isn’t his first acting experience. He appeared on the hit Nickelodeon show, iCarly, with the 1D boys, back in 2012. However, this is his first major film. Styles is a tal- ented artist and will prove what he can do in his singing, writing, and acting. The most recent release of the 1D boys was English member, Liam Payne. Payne released his new single Strip That Down on May 19, 2017. His single has a cool beat and is the perfect song for the summer season. Samantha Berrospe touring and music producing, One December of 2016. Steve Aoki and Payne has been working on perfect- By Skyler Cornwell El Rodeo Staff Writer Direction decided to take a hiatus Tomlinson both produced the song, ing his upcoming album and has been El Rodeo Staff Writer and focus on other projects and them- turning it into a pop dance song. teasing his audience with pictures Since the hit single What selves. The hiatus has done all the The release of Tomlinson’s single of him at the studio with other mu- Gorillaz recently came back Makes You Beautiful, English- boys well and has allowed them to ex- was unexpected and unannounced, sic creators, yet there have been no with a new album after several years Irish boy band, One Direction, has plore different music genres and pro- but it still did well in charts, earn- announcements of any album date. hiatus, and many fans have expressed been the most popular boy band of duce albums and songs on their own. ing the #2 spot on the U.K. charts. From Payne, we can expect his al- mixed feelings about it. The group this generation. 1D was formed in One of the first boys to release While in One Direction, Tomlinson bum to be like his single with strong has never shied away from covering 2010 and consisted of five mem- new music was Irish member, Niall was constantly told by many that he vocals, rap and R&B. Payne has al- as many different styles of music as bers: Harry Styles, Louis Tom- Horan. Horan released his hit single had the worst voice of all the mem- ways been a strong singer songwriter possible, combining beats and sounds linson, Liam Payne, Niall Horan, This Town, on September of 2016. bers. For Tomlinson, Just Hold On and will produce a very good album to form something entirely unique and former member Zayn Malik. His song topped the charts imme- proved that he has an amazing voice. for his audience and others to enjoy. and all their own, which is some- One Direction finished in third diately and proved to many that he After being m.i.a for quite The hiatus that One Direction thing only Gorillaz can pull off. With place on the hit singing competition, could sing with and without his band- some time, English member Harry has taken has done all the members each album they put out, nobody can X-Factor, but due to their popular- mates. This Town was an instant radio Styles, comes back with tons of new very well. They all got to spend time deny that the familiarity of the be- ity, massive fan base, and harmoni- and iTunes hit, and remained #1 on announcements. Styles released his with their families and loved ones loved characters that we all know as ous voices, Simon Cowell’s label, the worldwide iTunes chart for three single, Sign of the Times, in April of after being on the road for five con- Gorillaz are always refreshing, it’s SYCO Records, signed the band de- days after its release. Horan is current- 2017. After the release, Styles an- stant years, and they all got to ex- almost as if you are introduced to spite not winning the competition. ly working on an album, but the date nounced that his new album Harry perience different styles of music. something new each time. This fact Since X-Factor, the boys have of its release has yet to be announced. Style, was to be released on May 12, Whether Horan, Tomlinson, Styles, is why it surprises people who do continuously released hit albums and After the death of his mother, 2017. Style’s alternative album was a and Payne decide to get back together not know what Gorillaz are all about. sold out massive tours every year. English member Louis Tomlinson hit and went straight to #1 in in mul- in the later future or not, all members Unlike many artists, a set After losing Malik and the band and wrote a song in her honor, titled tiple countries. Styles is currently will succeed in whatever they do. theme or trademark sound is not in never getting a rest due to constant Just Hold On, which released in touring in small venues all across the their vocabulary. There is guaran- teed to be a song for any music taste, making it impossible for one to say Monsta X stacks up album sales The resurrection of Possessed they hate Gorillaz, unless you are tone-deaf. Not only are they genre- on to create a new genre of metal, By Antonio Cortes altering legends, their lyrics give which largely focused on satan- meaningful and deep messages about El Rodeo Staff Writer ism and death called “death metal.” life, love, and other personal topics. After 30 years, Possessed is On Halloween in 1986, the The Humanz album includes gearing up for its third full length group released its sophomore effort a melting pot of synth, R&B, soul, album release since 1987. The al- entitled, Beyond the Gates. This al- and alternative beats. It also features bum is currently scheduled for bum would be a big turnaround from a collaboration of several voices that a mid 2018 release and will fea- their previous sound. The band mem- complement the music well. The ture all new original material. bers would go back into the studio overall flow is perfectly coordinated Possessed formed in 1983 to record their third release, a five and easy on the ears. It is not hard to when the members were 15 years- song E.P. named The Eyes of Horror, recognize the hard work and dedi- old. The original singer, Barry which would continue their change cation that was put into this album. Fisk, committed suicide later that of direction into a thrash metal band. Even though Gorillaz have been ever- same year. Bassist, Jeff Andrews, Shortly after The Eyes of changing, the entire album gives off quit the band shortly afterwards. Horror, the group disbanded with the feel of an entirely different era, not Jeff Beccera would replace An- members wanting to start college only for them as a group, but for fans. drews on bass and also take over vo- or perform other styles of music. Many predict that it will only cal duties and later on, Brian Montana It would be twenty years until get better from here, which sounds was recruited on guitar. From 1983 to the group performed in front of an au- impossible until you realize it’s 1984, the group spent the year per- dience again. Speculations of a new By Skyler Cornwell is difficult for their artists to obtain Gorillaz we’re talking about. Any- fecting its sound and writing material. album arose after Beccera performed El Rodeo Staff Writer widespread fame and popularity as thing is possible with them, and it’s Possessed would release a three song a rendition of one of Possessed’s quickly and easily as it would be exciting to think about. All good demo entitled, Death Metal in 1984. most popular songs, The Exorcist, The six member South Ko- things come with time, as we have for a group from a much bigger In 1984, Montana was kicked for one of Sadistic Intents releases. rean hip-hop boy group, MON- all learned from this masterpiece. If company. Thus, MONSTA X have out of the group due to his play- It wasn’t until May 11, 2017 the Bible had an audio version this STA X, have recently announced had to work extra hard to get to ing being labeled “subpar.” Larry that Possessed officially announced would be it. The second coming of their first US tour since coming this important part in their career. Lalonde was recruited in his place. that they signed a recording con- Christ arrived, was recorded, and to America several times before It’s been three years since In 1985, the band was signed tract to Nuclear Blast Records. Its produced in the form of Humanz. for the widely known Hallyu (Ko- they debuted as a group, previous- to Combat Records and then went third full-length album, which re- If you haven’t heard the al- rean culture wave) event known ly displaying their individual and to release its debut album Sev- mains untitled, is set to be released bum yet, the entirety of it is available as KCON. Tour dates have been unique talents on the reality show en Churches while still in high mid 2018, a whole thirty two years on Spotify. The songs ‘Saturn Barz’ set for the month of July and tick- ‘No Mercy’, where they underwent school. Seven Churches would go since its last full length album. and ‘Andromeda’ are highly recom- ets have long been sold out. Their a series of obstacles in order to be- mended, as they sum up the entire popularity amongst foreign fans come an idol. So far they have not vibe of the album. Give it a listen. It has become so great that for their won any major awards from music will be one of the best decisions you show in Los Angeles, they had to shows, but that does not deter them could ever make. You might even be decide on a second show to make from trying their best no matter washed of all your sins in the process. sure those who missed the chance what. MONSTA X are a group full to attend had an opportunity. of kind hearted, humble boys who MONSTA X come from a put their fans before themselves. small yet wealthy company called There is no doubt that MON- Starship Ent. In Korea, most groups STA X are becoming increasingly run under companies that manage popular in the United States as they several other groups. The more continue to grow with their music. idols they distribute to the public, Each comeback showcases their the more successful they are likely individual talents and defines the to become. Starship may be well group as a whole. If you are looking off, but they are not one of the most for something new and refreshing, popular companies out there, so it MONSTA X is the group for you. June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 15 ENTERTAINMENT Open Mic Night Werewolves, banshees, and hunters, oh my! Fargo stumbles over the Adam Allred developed into, not only a show El Rodeo Staff Writer escalating bar for pre-teens, but also, for young adults. As long as you have an in- El Rancho held their sec- terest for the myths and unknowns of the world, Teen Wolf is definitely ond annual Open Mic Night a show to watch and obsess over. on Friday, May 12th in the Teen Wolf is not a show of Little Theater. Students of all cliches and bad acting, as many grade levels could come and would assume. It started off as a show their talent, be it spo- light-hearted, rom-com television ken word, musical abilities, show and quickly transformed or singing. For a small fee of into one with more dark and seri- $2, both students and parents ous subject matters. Battling pos- could watch Dons perform. sessions of dark Oni Demons, Junior, Gabby Nava, re- ripping through time and space flects on the night, “I loved see- with the power of love, and kill- ing off major character’s, (whoops, ing all the talent that our school spoiler!!), Teen Wolf has truly be- has, and I know that’s not all!” come a show that deserves more The hardest part of planning recognition and appreciation. en event is getting people to The actors on the show are participate. Senior Olivia Ball, talented young adults who are sure who planned the event, ac- to do many great things in their knowledged this. “It was hard Jose Alcala & Ethan Sepulveda El Rodeo Staff Writers lives. One of the incredible and organizing it because up until talented actors is Tyler Posey, who the day before I was scrambling In the spring of 2014, the FX plays the alpha werewolf, Scott to find performers,” she notes. McCall. He has been in some icon- show Fargo graced the world with the ic movies alongside Jennifer Lopez Standing in front of a acting talents of Billy Bob Thornton, Martin Freeman, Colin Hanks, and and Arnold Schwarzenegger, and is group of your peers and people you see every day can be hard. Allison Tolman telling the story of a planning to further his acting and mild-mannered man turned arrogant music career. Dylan O’Brien, who Preparing beforehand can help, after meeting a deceptive hit-man who plays the sarcastic and funny, yet although nerves can get the best roams through the quiet town, Bemi- brave, Stiles Stilinski, has become of people sometimes. “I ran dji, MN. The show was met with some one of the best up and coming actors through the songs once an hour skepticism from fans of the original in Hollywood. He has managed to 1996 Coen Brothers film of the same Make sure to tune in to the series finale this summer. before the show because I was name, on which the show is based, but land huge roles in the multi million super busy,” continues Nava. any reservations melted away once the dollar franchise, The Maze Runner pilot episode sent viewers on a roller Samantha Berrospe forms a variety of average high Ball recalls her favor- trilogy, and American Assassin. coaster of murder, mayhem, and Minne- El Rodeo Staff Writer school students into supernatural ite part of the night was when Holland Roden, who plays the ge- sota accents. The show was universally ones who learn to fight for each nius banshee, Lydia Martin, has ap- “each of my acts got off stage praised and was nominated for 5 Golden other and save countless lives. Werewolves, Banshees, peared in many tv series and films after being applauded for. They Globes, even winning Billy Bob Thorn- The show is centered around Kitsunes, and a clueless, psy- such as, Bring It On, CSI, and Lost. were all so nervous to go up but ton a Golden Globe for his performance. a group of teenagers who con- chotic, man slaughtering reptile This summer, MTV is say- they all left with huge smiles.” stantly find themselves in the In the winter of 2015, Fargo that transforms into the snake that ing goodbye to Beacon Hills, as When someone felt as wrong situation at the wrong time. blessed the universe with one of the he actually is. No, it isn’t Pico, the last season of Teen Wolf will be if they couldn’t go on, the au- They become part of the super- greatest seasons of television in history. it is the small forest side town in airing, and all of the unique charac- With a cast with Kirsten Dunst, Patrick natural world and battle villains dience showed their support Northern California- Beacon Hills. ters we’ve come to love and cher- Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart left-and-right. Scott, Stiles, Lydia, with cheering, claps, or snaps. Beacon Hills is a fictional ish will be no more. If you have and Ted Danson, and Bokeem Wood- Allison, Kira, and Malia are just Some of the performers made town from the popular MTV show, not yet watched this great show, bine, the perfectly polished story of a a few of the many characters that small mistakes, but they con- cop and married couple in the middle Teen Wolf. Teen Wolf aired in 2011 binge watch the entire series be- embody the famous teen show. tinued on with their perfor- of a gang war between a crime syndi- and became one of MTV’s most fore the final season airs. Don’t be Despite the word ‘teen’ in cate. A precise, yet subtle metaphor popular and successful fictional the only one left not knowing what mance. At the end of the night, the title of the show, Teen Wolf for the 1970s and the fight between tv series to this day. The series all the crying tweets and emojis are all the student performers came “mom and pop” shop and large corpo- has appealed to many people of dives deep into mythology and all about. Give the show a chance out for one final round of ap- rations that don’t seem shoved down all ages. With romance, betrayal, puts a supernatural twist on clas- and you surely won’t regret it! plause. Nava looks forward the viewer’s throat, which can’t be said sic story time creatures. It trans- death, and other supernatural vil- and would love to do it again. about the third season’s central themes. lains, Teen Wolf is a show that has The third season is about the sib- ling rivalry that turns bloody between two brothers (both played by Ewan McGregor) named Emmit Stussy, a wealthy entrepreneur, and Ray Stussy, a pot-bellied parole officer. The double- 2017 Meme Timeline casting of Ewan McGregor pays off as McGregor’s raw acting skill is show- By Pedro Salcido cased to the fullest. David Thewlis, best El Rodeo Staff Writer known for his role as Remus Lupin in the Harry Potter series, is perfectly cast as the disgusting, vile, yet mesmerizing, villain. The cinematography is nothing short of spectacular with nearly the en- tire color blue being completely vacant for a bland, drab look that is still excit- ing to see. Unfortunately, the rest of the season has yet to amaze, with epi- sodes that seem to set up the next with the promise that some climax would August arrive, but only mild disappointment September November October December awaits; and trust me I know quite a bit about that. After more than half the season over, the “surprise twist” seems rushed and didn’t feel satisfying com- pared to the twists in previous seasons.

Fargo’s biggest flaw is that it has been so good these past two seasons, making anything short of perfection is disappointing. Hopefully, the season does impress by the end, and some of March the more promising characters such as January February April Sy, Yuri, and Meemo get some more May screen time. As of now, the season is still a very worthwhile watch, but it will not go down as one of the greats. June 2, 2017 El Rancho High School El Rodeo, Pg 16 CLASS OF 2017 Teacher advice to the class of 2017 “The best advice I could give to anybody— for the rest of your life don't fake yourself out on any as- pects— romance, education, or ca- “You must be prepared. The world reers. In any situation, small or large, is going to be a lot tougher, the econo- be true to yourself. Understand what my is going to be tougher, and our stu- is real and deal with that reality appro- dents have to be prepared to compete priately, honestly, and vindictively. Do in a very tough market.” —Mr. Elias that you'll be happy.” —Mr. Salcido

“I think that seniors who are grad- uating this year are accomplishing a “You can take it one day or great milestone, hopefully the first of day one, you decide. Make the their milestones. I recommend that they most out of every moment and pursue their dreams, pursue anything don’t wait around for anyone to that they are passionate about, whether tell you what to do. Dream big it’s college, the workforce, or travel. and go after it.” —Mrs. Moghimi Just to pursue their dreams; I think that will be an amazing feat for the hu- man beings that they are.” —Ms. Valle Senior Favs Word on the Street:

Samantha Leggis: Best to What will you miss about bring home to your parents high school?

Alondra Barrios: Will do any- thing for a retweet “I will miss Madison Ortiz: High being a minor. maintenance You can’t get arrested as bad- ly, and you’re not as respon- sible” -Arthur Jose Gonzales: Most likely Perez, 12th to get rich or die trying Christian Arteaga: Most sarcastic “Seeing fa- miliar faces, my thrower team, and friends that Amy Navarro and Jonnathan are going out Quintana: Cutest couple that of state. I may never was never see them again!” - Marcy Nayeli Hernandez: Chavez, 12th Most likely to be caught Bernadette Gonzales: sleeping in class Most likely to drive a teacher t early retire- ment