Goodbye Titanpalooza, Forever Admin Popular Student Left: Students Celebrate in the Sunshine at the Final Merges Event Deemed Titanpalooza
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AP Napping Page Is Skyline Page Mandatory Page 8 Introduced 3 Haunted? 6 Swim Class TheTitanTimes VOL. XLV, NO. 4 THE NEWSPAPER OF SKYLINE HIGH SCHOOL APRIL 2017 Goodbye Titanpalooza, Forever Admin Popular student Left: Students celebrate in the sunshine at the final Merges event deemed Titanpalooza. too dangerous, with a safer, but still fun, event.” Junior, Leadership is brainstorming intoxicating new activities to replace the de- cades old Skyline tradition. Some Senior By Kyndal Hampton ideas thrown around so far have been: ‘Clean-Up Bonding Day’, any students attend Sky- ‘Teachers-Students Dance’, a Book Proms line High School just to Fair, a Puppet Show, or another Mbe able to attend the tra- Pep Rally. By Destiny Williams ditional “Titan Palooza.” Dressing Students have not been recep- up in class colors, showing school tive to this drastic decision. Sky- rom, one of the most spirit, listening to music, buying line Junior Sabrina Ramos stated, anticipated events food, and seeing your friends are “This is bull****, Skyline is known of the year, is seeing the main attractions on this day. for having the best homecoming. P brand new changes at Skyline However, the fun and games We’re teenagers, we’re supposed to — the Junior Class will now are coming to an abrupt end af- have fun with our peers. Plus, not be a part of the whole expe- ter Skyline Administration, Nurs- even everybody smokes or drinks rience. Due to the attempt es, the Health Center, and teach- on that day. It’s not fair for them to to increase school spirit and ers have voted in the most recent punish the whole school for a few non-stop complaints from the Staff Meeting to discontinue all kids who choose to be stupid.” Junior Class, Leadership and Titan Paloozas from this point for- Staff have admitted that they the Administration have de- day. students aren’t going to be happy ward. The decision was made due are very nervous for the angry re- cided to create a Junior Prom, Principal Dr. Blye commented, about this, but it’s what’s best for to too many risks, as students have sponse, and even possible protests, and combine it with the Se- “It was too big of a risk to contin- them and the school’s reputation. been known to take advantage and they are going to get in response to nior Prom. ue these shenanigans. I’m sure the We can move forward and come up abuse drugs and alcohol on this this decision. This decision has been in the making since December. The school thought it would be a great chance for the two School Lunch to be eldest classes to enjoy each other’s last days together, and to reward the academi- Catered by Sparky’s cally high-achieving Junior Class of 2018. Administration is beyond excited for this first Burgers, curly time ever celebration of both proms. fries to top menu “It’s like knocking out two By Cathya Mendoza birds with one stone,” said Assistant Principal Webb. fter numerous com- “The juniors will be so happy. plaints from students af- And as for the seniors, they Ater UberEats and other can just suck it up. It’s not all food delivery apps were banned about them.” a couple months ago, exciting Star Kevin Durant speaks to media about his upcoming plans. Students, though, had news has arrived to Skyline. mixed reactions. Juniors like Starting next year, all lunches Sparky’s was simple—it was the Crystal Green were excited. and food items at Skyline High nearest restaurant, and a fan- KD Coming to Skyline “It was never fair that we School will be catered by nearby favorite amongst students and didn’t have a Junior Prom, restaurant Sparky’s. He plans to bring teammates so now that we do I’m ‘bout TO CONTINUE, SEE LUNCH, ON PAGE 2 The decision to choose Warrior to bring Draymond Green and Javale Mc- to get that thang turnt,” she Gee to assist him. The all-day said. However, some seniors teammates Green, event, hosted by the NBA (Na- were upset that they had to Wedding tional Basketball Association), will share their moment with McGee along on have fun-filled activities revolving younger students. Bells Will around basketball, teamwork, and “Nobody wants juniors at goodwill visit the importance of staying focused our Senior Prom. They can Ring! on school and academics. wait until next year, like we By Renelle Malone Students who have been given had to. If some junior comes the inside scoop of the event are with my dress on there will be Thomas evin Durant showed his love thrilled and excited for the upcom- major problems!” said Senior and gratitude recently to the ing day. “I’m hella juiced bruh, KD Kameron Britt. & Fig to KOAL community with his fasho finna be my favorite play- Tickets for the juniors will contribution of brand new ‘KD 9’ er now. He really doing his thang cost half as much as the $90 Tie the shoes to OAL’s Varsity Basketball since he made his way to the Bay,” required for the Seniors, but Teams. Collectively, OUSD schools said Junior Armani Caston. they will be given no fund- Knot! were very grateful for the dona- However, teachers were not as raisers. There will be double tion. But now, Durant is taking his supportive of the event, because the food, a taco truck, and a generosity to another level. they felt it was taking away from candy buffet. The new theme Durant’s management team has student dedication to academic ex- will be “Denim vs. Leather”, announced that KD would now like cellence. with a best-dressed contest. to visit the six OUSD high schools Mr. B expressed his frustration. In response to criticism that he contributed shoes to. He “Wow, yet another day of students of the decision, Admin has is doing this because of the warm missing out on their academics? already decided to increase response he was given from Sky- Life is not all about fun and games. event security, in case any al- line faculty and students. The Sky- Right now is for learning, and tercations occur between the line visit is currently scheduled for juiors and seniors. Details on Page 2 April 26. TO CONTINUE, SEE DURANT, ON PAGE 2 TheTitanTimes 2 | News April 2017 The Office Romance Blossoms Ms. Thomas & ding Planner, a job for which the Titan couple is paying $150 per hour due to his in-demand landscaping Mr. Figueroa skills. Of course by Mr. Figueroa’s de- Times Get Engaged mands, the guest list will consist By Sabrina Ramos of only the most punctual Titans on campus. To earn your ticket Editors in Chief fter falling in love with one into the highly anticipated wed- Sabrina Ramos another over the past two ding, you must have absolutely & Noah Mitchell Aschool years, Mr. Figueroa zero tardies the week of the wed- has finally decided to pop the ques- ding, including 1st Period tardies. The couple’s wish is for guest attire Copy Editor tion. And of course, Ms. Thom- as just couldn’t say no. Grab your to be formal “dress to impress”, so Rosa Floriano dresses, heels, tuxedos and dress please refrain from wearing crop shoes—their eternal love is soon to tops, sagging pants, or anything Sports Editors be confirmed. else that may be deemed unprofes- Mahaugoni Sellman On Valentine’s Day 2017, Mr. sional. Figueroa went big, and popped the It is planned for Mr. Bloom- & Kyndal Hampton question in front of all the teachers field to be the wedding officiator, at the monthly Staff Meeting. and Ms. Ponce will be the flower Arts & He did not shy away from the girl. Ms. Thomas has chosen teach- Entertainment diamonds, eitheR— he blinded her er Ms. Rahmaan to be the Maid of Honor, while Mr. Figueroa has cho- Editor with a 14-carat diamond ring. How- ever, the diamond isn’t enough for sen his favorite student, Sopho- Destiny Williams Ms. Thomas. An anonymous source more Mark Orviss, as his Best Man. heard Ms. Thomas say, “It’ll do for In an interview about his role in Features Editor now, but I definitely need a bigger the wedding, Orviss said, “I hope Sean Saechao ring,” while eavesdropping in the he trips down the aisle.” main office. On behalf of the Titan Times Staff, we are all wishing this beau- Opinions Editor The hottest couple on campus is set to get married the first week tiful couple a lifetime of laughter, Sabrina Ramos of June on the Senior Lawn, which happiness, and tardy sweeps. Can’t will be transformed into a beautiful wait to see little baby Figueroa/ News Editor venue by the Leadership Team. Mr. Thomas’s running around campus Tanim Woodruff Anderson will serve as the Wed- soon! The big moment on the Senior Lawn. Business & Marketing Manager LUNCH: Fresh Breakfasts, No Chip Sales Cathya Mendoza CONTINUED FROM LUNCH, ON PAGE 1 Distribution staff alike. Additionally, Administra- “I mean, I wish it Manager tion wanted to do something was WingStop or Renelle Malone about the increasing trend of students not getting their Jamba Juice, but at Staff Writers school lunch and instead buy- least Sparky’s is way Amirah Boulware, ing unhealthy snacks through- out the day, like Hot Cheetos better than what Armani Caston, Axel and candy, from fellow stu- Ramirez, Cameryn Mabry, dents who are unlawfully sell- we had before.” Emmett O’Brien, Jamilah ing the items.