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Since the 1999 Columbine High School massacre, there have been a total of 31 school shootings in the United States, four of which occurred in Colorado (Arapahoe High School, Columbine High School, Deer Creek Junior High School, and Platte Canyon High School). Bullying and mental illness are the highest contributors to school shootings. There are usually warning signs that people can look for such as: recurrent themes of destruction, violence, hopelessness, hatred, or loneliness in a student’s writing, artwork, or conversation. Keep an eye out for unpredictable, uncontrolled, or out of proportion outbursts of anger. Most importantly, a rumor or threat needs to be taken seriously and reported immediately. Author of Rampage: The Social Roots of School Shootings, Katherine Newman stated, “It’s one thing to say, ‘I could just kill that guy,’ as a metaphor, and another to say, ‘I’ll be at school on Monday with guns.’” Bullying has become a nationwide epidemic, and it’s only getting worse. Statistics show that in 12 of 15 school shooting cases in the 1990s, the shooters had a history of being bullied. We’ve all heard about bullying many times, but we’re not taking it seriously enough. In some instances, victims of bullying have to deal with severe psycho- logical issues. No one should ever have to feel so low about themselves that they desire to hurt others. We are now living in a time where school shootings are becoming a recurring issue. Senators and governors are “working” on getting schools safer and getting this situa- tion resolved, yet it keeps happening. Schools can be strict with policies to make the school safe, and that’s fine. However, schools need to continue to teach children how to be kind with peers and train staff how to respond to a crisis. In recent years, the federal dollars spent on protecting schools have actually been cut significantly and are set to decline further, according to Irwin Redlener, director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. All school shootings can be prevented. It’s up to students and staff members to make schools a safe environment. Be kind because a smile can change the outlook of someone that has no more hope.

Happy Chinese New Year! Innovative technology C. Daniel Uland Alexander Lee Staff Reporter Staff Reporter In January 2014, Clearview Audio introduced a brand new ap- Friday, January 31 marked the start of the Lunar New Year. This year is the year of the horse which stands for proach to the way speakers are built. Normally, speakers are boxes the pursuit of freedom, passion, and leadership. This implies that people will have busy schedules for their goals that take up space and become furniture in your home, for better in the year of horse. Also, the horse is a symbol of traveling, competition, and victory. or worse. Now, Clearview has the technology to make speakers The Lunar Calendar is mainly used among the Chinese and Vietnamese cultures. During this time, it is practically invisible, with a speaker they call “Clio.” similar to the traditional American New Year. “Speakers should be heard, not seen,” said a Cleaview repre- During the Lunar New Year, many Chinese sentative at the Consumer Electronics Show, the prestigious trade and Vietnamese enjoy eating food and snacks show earlier in January. The Clio is basically made of a clear piece to celebrate the longevity of life, well-being, of acrylic glass that is set in a metal base, which contains all the health, and luck. electronics and wiring. The electronics in the base send sound The Lunar Calendar is known internation- waves through an invisible membrane, and the result is, as Clear- ally just like the American New Year. There- view said, room-filling sound. It is a stereo speaker (which means fore, you can put two New Year’s resolutions you only need one), and what is known as a dipole speaker, which on your checklist! means it sends sound both forwards and backwards out of the Then again, is 2014 the year of the horse, or glass. is it really the year of the Bronco? This new speaker will be available in May 2014 starting at $349.

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Page 2 Page 3 Pages 4-5 Page 6 Page 8 Commentary February 12, 2014 Page 2 Relationships versus being single Monica Lopez Books for Valentine’s Day Staff Reporter Miracle Lewis Staff Reporter Some say when you’re single you want a relationship, but when you’re in a relationship you want to be single, is that true? Or, are you satisfied with your relationship status? Relationships are an ex- Single? Need more… romance? Then check out a book at the Westy Library! perience in high school that a lot of people encounter, but there are some who prefer to spend their They have books that will get your heart racing and your mental appetite wanting time differently and experience other things. Being single and being in a relationship both have pros more. Here are books that may satisfy your romantic needs: and cons, it just depends on the person if they can handle the cons and appreciate the pros. Every Day by David Levithan For a point of view on relationships, Jessica Martinez talked about her one year and eight month Every morning A wakes in a different person’s body, in a different person’s life, relationship with Branden Schellin. Martinez and Schellin like to play video games and watch televi- learning over the years to never get too attached--until he wakes up in the body sion together, and she describes her relationship as a love movie with a mix of gangster. Martinez’s of Justin and falls in love with Justin’s girlfriend, Rhiannon. expectations in her relationship are that her significant other will stay faithful, trustworthy, and Kissing Shakespeare by Pamela Mingle listen to her when she needs someone. Martinez goes on about the pros and cons of a relationship, Although her parents are renowned Shakespearean actors, Miranda’s perfor- the fights, losing friends, and just the struggle of taking care of not only yourself, but your signifi- mance in a school play is disastrous, but before she can get away to hide, Ste- cant other, too. However, having someone to rely on, talk to, and support you makes up for all of it. phen, a castmate, whisks her to sixteenth century England to meet--and save-- Martinez was asked if she had any advice for couples, and her answer was “to be patient with your the young Will Shakespeare. boyfriend or girlfriend because you can’t rush love.” Accidental Love by Gary Soto Amy Loi was interviewed for a single person’s point of view. Loi doesn’t care if she is single or not After unexpectedly falling in love with a “nerdy” boy, fourteen-year-old Marisa as long as she is happy. She is looking for a relationship with someone special, and she is willing to works to change her life by transferring to another school, altering some of her wait for that person. Loi’s thoughts on relationships are that people take them too seriously; we’re behavior, and losing weight. still young, so enjoy the time while you still are young. Loi talks about the pros and cons of being Cupid : A Tale of Love and Desire by Julius Lester single, which include not having someone special, and being the third wheel, but having less wor- Cupid, the spoiled and mischievous god of love, is attracted to and marries the ries, less drama, and being able to do what you want to do makes up for the cons. It all depends on what type of person you are, if you enjoy having a significant other, then be in a beautiful mortal, Psyche, and both learn many lessons about the nature of love. relationship, or if you enjoy being independent, then be single. Appreciate the experiences that you are given, being in a relationship and being single can both teach you lessons. Your relationship status is up to you, which one do you prefer?

Inside the Pride: The beauty of make-up Brayan Verduzco Ochoa Meet the Reporters Staff Reporter

Do you remember when earrings were supposedly only for girls? Well, that rule applies with make-up as well. We live in the 21st century, and America needs to wake up and ac- cept that guys wear make-up too, and I’m not just talking about male celebrities. EVERYONE has insecurities, and we have to live with them. It’s what makes us hu- man. No one is flawless or has perfect skin, and that’s okay. The definition of “beauty” has changed over the years. Beauty isn’t starving yourself to a size 0 and wearing pounds of Miracle Lewis make-up. True beauty is from what’s within. Staff Reporter NO ONE needs to wear 10 pounds of makeup, yeah, it covers up dark spots, acne, and dark circles, but with that much make-up on, you should at least sign-up for clown college. Years of experience: On the bright side, you can benefit a lot from using the right amount of make-up. You can 2 years enhance your face structure or make your eyes pop. You can hide wrinkles or make your eyebrows look better, you can even make yourself look younger. The list is endless which is What are you excited about why you should be careful about how much make-up you put on because you don’t want to this school year? look like a completely different person when you remove your make-up. “This year, I’m excited to meet new people and discover new aspects of art and media.”

Describe your favorite way to spend a day: “Most of my days I spend writing, painting, drawing... and stalking unsuspect- ing people that I don’t know. I also spend time with my friends and most of my Julio Vargas “Forever alone” family.” Staff Reporter List your favorite music: This trend has being going around for quite some time. Nobody even knows who originally “I listen to all sorts of bands: Dimmu Borgir, Dream Evil, ASP (from Germany), started it. From having Valentine’s Day around the corner to having all of these people that aren’t Five Finger Death Punch, Otep, Three Days Grace, All American Rejects, The in relationships complain about being “forever alone” it has started to become an everyday thing. Offspring, Slayer, and so on.” But who are we to blame? We’re all young, and full of hormones, and mood swings making us even crazier than Justin Bieber’s behavior. Why you joined the newspaper staff: Honestly, there’s a certain limit which puts people in a bad spot and makes them seem a little “I have always been into writing, and journalism was something I’ve always “thirsty” for attention. Joking here and there about being “forever alone” is fine, because it is wanted to try. I’ve tried it, and now I really enjoy the experiences it gives me.” funny, but it’s like, why are we even saying that when we’re barely 15-18 years old? Unless you are in your 70s and still alone, it is unlikely that you will be forever alone. Words of wisdom: Let’s hope that doesn’t happen. Just relax and open your mind to the possibilities. “Don’t deny or reject something (or someone) you have never tried (or taken the time to know them) you might be surprised and end up liking it (or them).” Features February 12, 2014 Page 3 Wattpad Inside the Pride: Mary Vargas Inspiring art Staff Reporter Meet the Kay’Lynn Shámy Staff Reporter Reporters Do you enjoy reading? How ing, share your ideas with oth- about writing? If so, Wattpad, ers as they share theirs with Andre Watkins an application for your elec- you. Another perk of joining Many of you know the awesome art teacher Mark Kreger, Staff Reporter tronic device, may be a fun Wattpad is that you can follow and if you have seen any of his art pieces, you know how thing for you! and be followed because of the powerful and amazing they are. Years of experience: 1 It can also be accessed on stories, books, and poems you If you haven’t seen his art, then, you definitely should check the computer, which is quite write. People can leave their it out! He is currently working on a new piece, and it is about What are you excited about convenient. You can save your commentary and vote it if they the issues with Syria and other global disasters. He said he this school year? stories, books, and poems on like it enough, and you can do saw a news clip with a photo of the damage done in Syria, “This School year I’m most your account with or without the same! excited about finally gradu- publishing. You don’t have to and he painted it for the background of his painting. Notice though, that there He also had a past student from one of his IB classes model ating, lifting weights after worry about your computer are not any actual professional with her younger sister in front of the background of Syria. school, and finally being in crashing before you save it onto writers on this site or app. It’s Raging Harmonies.” your flash drive. just a great way to express your The painting is meaningful and recognizes the issues we deal Wattpad is a great way to read inner writer! Who knows, you with every day. Describe your favorite way and write more, as well as in- might just find something you to spend a day: spire you with great ideas! So, enjoy on Wattpad. So go ahead “My favorite way to spend a if you enjoy reading and writ- and check it out! day is just relaxing and be- ing very lazy. Also, hanging out with my friends, and just Andre Watkines getting away from school and Staff Reporter Console versus console stress. Playing guitar is also a fun way to pass time.” The new era of gaming has arrived and you may be asking yourself, “What console do I get for the best gaming experience?” The Xbox One or the Playsation 4? Both consoles are available for purchase with the Ps4 costing List your favorite music: $399, and the Xbox One costing $499. Being the two biggest consoles in gaming, there’s of course competition “Metalcore, Posthardcore, Deathcore, some Hip-Hop, between the two, but which one is truly better? and R&B.” Microsoft’s Xbox One has some interesting advantages and disadvantages. The design of the Xbox One is very bulky and it’s full of vents, and there is no “ring of death” this time around. Xbox One’s hard drive has 500GB, Why you joined the news- and it can not be upgraded. Instead, buyers will be able to add external storage to the system. The console costs paper staff: $499 which is a hundred dollars more than the Ps4, but the Xbox One also comes with the Kinect. The Xbox “I joined the newspaper One’s controller still runs on batteries, but is improved. As you can see, Xbox fans should be satisfied. staff because it looked inter- Sony’s Playstation 4 does give the Xbox One a run for its money. The design of the Ps4 is sleeker, and it has a esting, and it’s pretty fun to unique angular shape to it. The ports of the console are also hard to find because they are somewhat hidden. The go around and ask people’s Playstion 4’s 500GB hard drive supports replaceable internal drives, but users can’t add external storage like the opinions about a wide range Xbox One allows. The price is cheaper for the Ps4 starting at $399, but you don’t get the Ps4 camera. Playstation’s of topics.” Dualshock 4 controller is a little bigger than the ps3’s controller, and the analog sticks are smoother to move. The Words of wisdom: controller also comes with a front touchpad and mono speaker. Playstastion 4 is definitely a smart and good buy. “If you have a dream or goal, At Westminster High School, there are mixed reviews. Most students prefer the Ps4 because more people own chase after it no matter what one and online play is free. Xbox One fans disagree, but the Xbox One is holding its own. Both the Ps4 and Xbox others say.” One are great consoles and should keep surprising us for years to come.

Control your anxiety and do well on the ACT test Carlos Mercado ing comprehension, and sci- stitute anxiety with concen- 3. Looking professional be- Business Manager ence. So, what causes us to tration and do something to cause dressing to impress can stress out in the heat of the prevent the negative emo- improve your performance. ACT tests are coming soon! moment and forget every- tion. 4. Relaxing and trying to let The ACT test is very im- thing? Simple tips that you have all your knowledge show. portant for our future; so, Emotions have a big impact heard time and time again If you improve your men- preparing for it is very im- on our state of mind, and are logical things to do, so tal feelings, it will make your portant and should not be they influence many things don’t ignore the advice. testing experience less stress- avoided. including test performance. Improve your ACT scores ful. Westminster High School Stress can take knowledge by: has tried to develop our test- away, but there are ways to 1. Going to bed earlier than ing skills, so that our testing help control negative emo- usual. scores improve. ACTs are tions of fear or stress. You 2. Eating your favorite composed of subjects we all can’t necessarily fully control breakfast for nutrition and know including math, read- emotions, but you can sub- energy. To: Her To: All the single ladies To: Jessica Cabral To: Levander Duran From: Him From: Beyonce From: Anonymous From: Jamie Board History of Valentine’s Day Message: You’re beautiful. Message: Message: You are very cute! <3 You’re always Message: You are the sunshine of Samantha Nunez “Don’t be mad once you see looking cute with that beautiful smile. Hope we my life. The pulse within my heart Staff Reporter that he want it, cause if you like can have a future together<3 beats every day. The air I breathe. To: Jimmy it, then you should put a ring You are everything to me and What is Valentine’s Day in 2014? It is the fourteenth day of the second From: Fear - Mac on it. Oh, Oh, Oh.” couldn’t ask for more. I love you, month of the year where hearts and flowers surround us. It’s when you always! “need” a relationship or a date. However, that’s not the original reason Message: Buy some boots!! Boy! To: Nita Rosas To: Lolo Vigil Happy for Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day contains both Christian and ancient From: Lorenzo Ortiz From: Jasmine Tidwell Roman traditions. So, who was Saint Valentine, and how did he become Message: Shout out to my girl- Message: I love you so much. You make my day To: Lorenzo Ortiz associated with this ancient rite? friend we’ve been together for a everyday when I see you! Let’s make it last. :) <3 From: Nitza Rosas From the Catholic Church, a legend contends that Valentine was a year and still gong strong. I love Message: Shout out to my boyfriend Muah! xoxo priest who served during the third century in Rome. When an Emperor for being the best boyfriend ever! <3 you <3 named Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than To: Diana A To: Alondra Saucedo (Lola) those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men. To: Luis Carlos Hernandez From: Victoria F. Valentine’sFrom: Anonymous Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and con- To: All Girls From: Anonymous Message: You think you can do these Message: I love you! My favorite tinued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valen- From: Manuel Message: From the first moment I saw place in this world is next to you :) ! To: Tannor things, but you can’t Nemo! From: Alysaa Cordova tine’s actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. Message: You are all beautiful <3 you, I knew you were the one. We have Ancient love leading to murder or just teddy bears and chocolate? In had little conversations before, but I Message: Love you brother! You are To: Johnika Rios awesome. either case, the holiday is just around the corner. To: Cindy Abarca highly doubt you know who I am. To: Kyle From: Your goldfish From: Gill Message: I love you my girlfriend! To: Jese, Dominic and Oleg From: Dom, Jese, Victoria, Oleg, To: Ana Dominguez Diaz Message: You’re the best! I’ll hit you You are amazing. Stay golden. From: Victoria To: Jovana Acosta To: Melissa Cornado Ricky, Diana, Jimmy, Alex & the rest Day From: Ana Dominguez Diaz up. To: Ms. Gilbert From: Ana Diaz Message: Why are you so small? Message: We’re in our off hour right From: Anonymous From: Kyle Message: You’re an amazing Message: Thanks for your friend- now... Boredem Kills!!! Message: Girl, you’re amazing, ador- Message: I love that you help me out person, I love you. You deserve ship, I appreciate it. You are able and beautiful. Keep your head To: Jose Aranda when I struggle on my reading. the best. I would date me. To: Hayley Gonzalez always there for me even when I To: Susana Bermudez up girly. From: Anonymous From: Wolfie To: Tiana Newman From: Canelabar don’t need you. I love you girl! Message: You are so amazing. You probably don’t Message: I will hug you soon <3 From: Carlo Barrientos Message: Hey Hayley, shout To: Abigail Morales like me but just know you are an amazing person. I Message: I love you, Boo! To: All my wonderful friends To: Ailen Yamilet out to you, just letting you From: Best friend always get lost in your eyes. I love you so much. From: Alyssa Cordova From: Andy M know I’ve got your back, To: Oleg Message: Te amo Message: I love you! Have a good and you won’t ever push me To: Tanaya Takahashi Message: Thank you for being here To: Marisol Marquez From: Mandy Chikitia <3 Valentine’s. away. You’re awesome, don’t To: Gill Muniz From: Mario Cordova for me and you guys are the best. From: Neena Embry Message: Baby, I love you so much. You are the To: Jimmy H. let anyone change you, and From: Cindy Abarca Message: Words can’t describe how much you Message: Thanks for always being my greatest thing in my life, and I wouldn’t trade you From: Everyone don’t let anyone break you Message: What’s up! I dig you mean to me. Getting with you was probably the friend. Stop drinking soda. for the world! Love you bunches! 5-14-12 Message: You’re so adorable. because Hayley, you are best thing that ever happened to me. Every time I To: Mario Cordova see you, it brightens my day. I love you <3 From: Tanaya Takahashi Precious. To: Jesus Munos To: Karina Barraza To: Neena Embry Message: Mario, I’m happy that I met From: Anonymous To: Aron Hernandez From: Carlos Mercado To: Atta Mmorosa From: Marisol Marquez To: Class of 2014 you, and I couldn’t ask for anyone Message: Hey, you have an amazing personality. I From: Alonso Marquez better. Thanks for always being there Message: Thanks for being nice, From: Ana Dominguez Diaz Message: Hey Neens, thank you for being To: All my friends From: Anonymous love you. Please be mine. Stop looking for the right Message: Free Him for me. You’re the best boyfriend. I you’ve changed because you were Message: You know who I am, have a the best friend ever xD From: Nemo Cwill Message: To the best class ever! Love you girl when I’m right in front of you. love you! Love Always- Tanaya a bully to me. But good job on that great Valentine’s Day. P.S. Start drinking soda. Message: I love you all, and I’ve got guys. To: Ms. Giebler cheerleading thing, it’s impressive. exciting news. To: Juan Ortiz From: Erik Arellano To: Aylssa Cordova To: Diana and Oladys To: Yareli Miranda From: Someone Message: I’ll be waiting for you one day. You’re an To: Alejandro Martinez To: Sierra Casias From: Tannor DeBell From: Anonymous From: Ana Dominguez Diaz To: Rebecca Maestes Message: You From: Anonymous From: Your warm fuzzy From: Octavia Sandoval To: Random girls who see this Message: Shout out to the best sister in the awesome teacher. I LOVE YOU! <3 Message: very cool! Message: I love you. You’re are such a kind- Message: You are so Message: You are the most creative, Message: I Love you David:) <3 From: Random guy who wrote this world, you’ll get through it! Promise! :) such an amazing friend, hearted guy, and To: Oleg S handsome, please be mine colorful person I know! I’m going Message: You’re all beautiful. thanks for putting up with you are so funny. From: Me (Vicky) To: Lexie T. me. I love you. already! to be the best warm fuzzy to you! Stop being so To: Jasmine Tidwell To: Phillip P. Message: Oleg, you’re Russian, there- From: Jaime Andrew Pena Hope you have a wonderful day! Stay To: Dennis Cordova adorable. From: Valencia Sanchez From: Alyssa fore, you sir, are awesome. Stay fresh.. Message: Good at dancing bright! From: Aliyah Limas To: Jesus Message: Girl, you’re cute xD, lol, I love you, thank Message: You are an amazing friend, woooo! and unpredictable. From: Dom, Jese and Victoria Message: I love you From: Anonymous you for being a true and great friend. and I love you. Message: When are you going To: Jocelyn R more today, but not as Message: Cut your hair. P.S. I love From: Anonymous much as tomorrow. To: Oleg to start lifting? you. Message: Your eyes are so gorgeous, To: Monica Horizon ( Monica Lopez) From: Dominic To: Zippy To: Lovebug and I think you’re so beautiful. From: Anonymous Message: You’re the best Rus- From: McFly From: Snickerdoodle Message: Your beauty makes me weak, as your sian in America To: Lauren Paul Message: You’re my best friend. I appreciate you more Message: I love you ugly! Thanks for always being smile makes me want to speak. I’m just waiting To: Marcos Villanueva To: Karla From: Unknown than you know. We are going to be best friends for infin- here for me!! You always make me smile! for the perfect sign for that day to make you From: Ay- Rockiefresh From: Francisco Message: I love you! You Inside the Pride: Meet the Reporters ity. You are so kind and altruistic. We have the best time mine. Message: My princess, Message: Te quero Francisco are fabulous. Brayan Verduzco Ochoa together. I can’t wait for our future together. #Good- To: Dr. Doell To: Jese T just because you won Job: Staff Reporter times Man To: Oleg From: Double- N From: Victoria class clown doesn’t mean Years of experience: 2 From: Alyssa Message: You are the sweetest girl I know. I love Message: * slap slap slap* haha you you’re funny! To: Jaqueline Orozco Message: You are an amazing punk! you with all my heart. You’re one wild child, we always make me happy! (sometimes) To: Emileo Gonzalez You’re Loved! From: Kaitlyn Olsen From: Anonymous always have the greatest times! # Turn down for What are you excited about this school year? Message: I love you! To: Cupcake what? To: Johnika Rios (aka Cupcake) “I’m excited to get more involved in school and enjoy my junior year.” From: Strawberry Message: Emileo, you are such an amaz- From: Eli (aka Monkey) ing boyfriend, and I am so glad I found Message: You’re awesome. Describe your favorite way to spend a To: Sunny Akquia To: Eric you. I can’t wait to have so many memo- To: Ochoa_b_stunnin ( Brayan Ochao) day: From: Anonymous From: The Group Message: I love you babe. I hope you see this and have an ries with you next month, and in the next From: Anonymous amazing day. Smile, it’s beautiful, like you! “Sleeping in, waking up at 10 a.m. home To: Ana Dominguez Diaz Message: You’re perfect, Message: Eric!!! years. I love you! Happy early 4 months Message: I want to make you mine! Will you be alone, and cooking myself breakfast. From: Melissa Corando Solis stay fab. xoxo <3 To: Alex T. To: The “Scooby Gang” anniversary. my Valentine? I will tweet you 2-13-14 at Then, spending the rest of the day with Message: I love you so much. Thanks for being my From: Victoria F. (you know who you To: Dominick Chavez 11:11 p.m. my friends.” friend! You’re so funny, and I love hanging out with you. To: Dominic S Message: You’re my are) To: Lizeth Lopez (Pancho) From: Victoria F. favorite Asian be- From: Savannah Gutierrez To: Joseline Chavez Soto From: Anonymous I’ll always be here for you! I love you. List your favorite music: Message: Dude, sides Ricky, Juwand, Message: From: Anony- From: Randy Ramon Message: You’re an To: Rat Attack “Anything that can get me up to dance, You are amazing. Richard, Jimmy, Thanks for being the mous Message: You are the most beautiful amazing guy, you From: Ginlget jump, and sing in my room or something Brotha from anotha Kyle, Michelle, Pris- raddest bunch of weir- Message: and perfect creation to ever be cre- are always there for Message: Girl I adore you!!! You mean a lot to To: Maria and Jasmine to calm me down and fall asleep.” motha(friendzone!) cella, Chuefue, Oleg, You’re a won- everyone. If I could me. We always have a good time. You’re my From: Rebecca dos I’ve ever met. Love ated, but you already know that. You Keng, and Dominic. you guys. derful, amaz- know I love you more than you could I would live in your ginlget for life!!! Love ya <3 Message: <3 you guys smell, but I still Why you joined the newspaper staff: ing, short, ever love me. I am the luckiest and eyes. Are your parents love you <3 “I joined to get more involved in school To: Victor Mendoza talented girl. most loved by God, because he gave thieves because I want and to stay updated with the news.” To: Jamie Pena From: Anonymous To: Chris Escobar So outspoken me you, his most perfect and beauti- to know who stole all To: Alexa Lor, Mena Lor, Reana Hernandez, Dan Pozdnyakou From: Lex :) Message: Be mine? I need From: Anonymous and creative. ful creation. I love you sooo much :) the stars and put them From: Sandy Lao Words of wisdom: Message: You are a very nice you in my life, I will always Message: Hey, I’m sorry. I miss Love you. in your eyes? Message: I love you guys so much!!! Thank you for everything.!!! <3 “We Live In The Land of The Free, and If You Can’t Express Yourself, Then You’re Not guy, really outgoing and a re- love you. you and love you. Very Free.” ally cool friend. Entertainment February 12, 2014 Page 6 The Maine concert review Fast and Furious: Eminem’s Savannah Murray return Features Editor Latest chapter Draco Meza An acoustic evening with The Maine—Sold out at The Moon Room Entertainment Editor Bridger Wingate January 28: a night of great pizza, great friends, great jams, and great Staff Reporter Eminem, A.K.A Marshal memories. Mathers, B-Rabbit, Slim Shady, The Maine, an indie punk rock band based in Arizona made The Moon and that white guy from D-12, Room at The Summit Music Hall their fourth stop on their first ever In 2001, The Fast and the Furious was released in theaters and cinemas could be considered a rap god, acoustic tour created to support the release of their brand new acoustic worldwide. The film grossed over $200 million at the box office. This mostly due to the fact of what he EP Imaginary Numbers. The Moon Room is a lounge/bar-type area off was just the beginning of one of the most popular film franchises of all has accomplished. the side of The Summit where tasty food is sold from a small window time. The box office worth of the entire franchise is over $2 billion. Yes, Eminem, in almost all of his al- in the corner (the pizza there is top-notch- and bigger than my entire 2 billion dollars. The last two films grew in critical and financial success. bums, talks about struggles he’s head!) and bands play smaller, more intimate shows for fans. Fast Five got 77% on Rotten Tomatoes. Fast and Furious 6 got 70% and gone through, things that bother Intimate it was: The Maine stood on stage, not even five feet away from grossed more at the box office than Fast Five, becoming the most finan- him, but one thing that always where I was standing, and the rest of the crowd bundled around me and cially successful film of the franchise. stands out is his creativity. His swayed along to their 16 song acoustic set. But tragically, on November 30, 2013, Paul Walker…who played a sig- music can make you pumped up The Maine turned the venue into a haven for their fans- a place to nature character in the franchise, died when he, and his friend Roger or bring you down leaving you escape bad thoughts and bad vibes. Well, with the exception of the fan Rodas, left a charity event in Rodas’ vehicle…a Porsche Carrera GT. The a happy or aggressive mood, but in the front of the venue that kept passing gas- those vibes were hard to vehicle crashed into a light pole and tree. Both Rodas and Walker were that’s on you. He might not be your miss. declared dead at the scene. The seventh film in the franchise, Fast & Fu- favorite artist, but you’ll remember In between performing tracks off albums and EPs including Forever rious 7, which was in production and filming, was put on hiatus due to at least one his songs whether you Halloween, Pioneer, Black and White, Can’t Stop Won’t Stop, and Imagi- Walker’s death. like his funny, sad, angry, or uplift- nary Numbers, The Maine added in little jokes and anecdotes about Now, the film will be released in April of 2015. With Justin Lin, the ing songs. events from previous nights on tour. The crowd now knows in detail director of the previous four entries in the franchise leaving, James Han, If you’ve never heard a song from about the band almost dying on their way into Denver (apparently icy director of Insidious, Saw, and The Conjuring to take over. Jason Statham him, give it a shot. The classics roads and five slightly intoxicated backseat drivers are not components will join the cast along with UFC fighter Ronda Rousey and Kurt Russell. like “Stan” and “Lose Yourself” in the recipe for success) and the creepy birthday girl who hopped up on I really liked the last two films, Fast & Furious 6 was my favorite out of or a new one from his album like stage in Utah and tried kissing vocalist John O’Callaghan. them. I really hope the seventh entry is the best one in the Fast & Furi- “Berzerk,” or “Headlights,” but The friendly, laid-back energy radiated off the stage during the set, and ous franchise. whatever song you hear, you can’t during The Maine’s impromptu meet and greet. The band took pictures I wonder what it will be called. The sixth one was called Furious 6. Will go wrong. Eminem has gotten the with fans, signed merchandise and ticket stubs, and had little conversa- this one be called “& 7” or “7 Fast 7 Furious?” Actually, I like “7 Fast 7 fans what they’ve been waiting for tions with everyone as they were walking by. Bassist Garrett Nickelsen Furious,”, I’m not even joking. with MMLP2, bringing back that and drummer Pat Kirch were happy cuddle bugs with everyone- being lighting trapped in a bottle, and the sole providers of hugs and asking everyone if they liked the set, how showing his creative flows and they feel about acoustic music, and other general post-show questions. rhythm. Eminem is coming back Guitarist Kennedy Brock was there for the smiles and the jams, and he again with another great album. was dancing along to the songs playing in the venue. O’Callaghan and Game review of It came out in November, but you guitarist Jared Monaco made sure everyone was safe leaving the ven- can never go wrong with Eminem. ue, ensuring they had their coats and warm memories to protect them Metro: Last Light It’s a great album, and it’s worth a against the cold. try and worth the money. The Maine surely did not disappoint anyone who attended the show that night. Here’s to more shows in the future. Cody Magerfleisch display). In other words, no ammo Be sure to catch The Maine on this year’s Warped Tour! Their brand Staff Reporter count appears on the screen, no new self-produced EP Imaginary Numbers and all other works are avail- mini-map, not even a little timer to able on iTunes and at 81twentythree.com. Metro: Last Light is one of the show when you need to change the most terrifying games you will filter on your gas mask (but there is ever play. It seems like nothing is your watch, I guess). Inside the Pride: Meet the Reporters on your side- nuclear fallout cov- The closest thing to hints in this Bridger Wingate ers the streets of Moscow, the Met- game is the little compass on your Job: Staff Reporter ros are full of crooks and criminals, notebook (I don’t even know), but Years of experience: 2 and there are even Nazis. Nazis in that doesn’t help much in the heat What are you excited about this school year? Moscow, people. We’re in trouble. of combat. Thankfully, though, “Nothing, to be honest. I really have a strong dislike for school. I guess Did I mention there’s also mu- the darkness is your ally, and if the only thing I’m excited about is ending this school year.” tants? Or that this takes place in 20 you happen to come across a si- years? Maybe I also left out the fact lenced pistol, you will be a shadow Describe your favorite way to spend a day: that THERE ARE ALIENS. Also, and nothing more, and can pull “Tostitos, Pringles, chips, ketchup, cola, water, Blu-rays, video games, our hero, Artyom, is now an offi- off some sweet takedowns if you and ice cream. Oh, and not for a day would I do this...I’d rather spend three cial Ranger, which is, like, a group turn out the lights and freak out months doing this, so, basically it’s summer.” of soldiers or something, it wasn’t the bad guys. The weaponry could very clear. This is the sequel to use more variety, as you have your List your favorite music: Metro 2033, but you don’t have to AK-47, double barrel shotgun, re- “Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nirvana, System of a Down, Rage Against the play the first one to play this one. volver, and repeat style armory. Machine, AC/DC, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Jimi Hendrix, joined with While it sounds like a run-of-the- I would give it a 9 or 9.5 out of 10 the orchestral works of Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Alan Silvestri, and mill first person shooter, there is stars for the originality of it all, and Max Richter.” one thing about Last Light that is the story will leave you wanting to distinctive from Call of Duty and scream- not only in rage, but also Why you joined the newspaper staff: Battlefield- no HUD (heads-up- in terror. “I just wanted to give people my two cents on certain things, especial- ly horrible films, because I have no clue what people see in movies like Grown Ups 2.”

Words of wisdom: “If it can be written, or thought, it can be filmed.”-Stanley Kubrick. Odds and Ends February 12, 2014 Page 7 We’re all in this together! This day in Brayan Verduzco Ochoa Staff Reporter

It’s about that time! Time to go all out and get ready for CenterStage Theatre Company’s production of history Disney’s High School Musical On Stage! Hayley Lokken In the story, it's the first day after winter break. The jocks, brainiacs, thespians and skater dudes find their Sports Editor cliques, recount their vacations, and look forward to the new year. There's plenty of teenage intrigue before the whole school comes together as winners on the court, and on stage when the Wildcats win the champion- ship game and Troy and Gabriela emerge as true "High School Musical" sensations! The cast and crew of the Westminster production are currently working on the set, programs, and costumes Birthdays on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Westminster High School. If you want to get involved or get some com- 1917 - Dom DiMaggio (Baseball player) munity service hours done, come see Mr. Rodriguez in the Black Box Theatre. 1964 - Michel Petit (NHL defenseman) For more information about the show or CenterStage Theatre Company, ‘LIKE’ their facebook page at 1809- Charles Darwin https://www.facebook.com/centerstagetc 1809 - Abraham Lincoln

Events 1909 - The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded 1982 - Wayne Gretzky scores 153rd point of season, tying NHL record 1989 - Gretzky sets two records, his 45th hat trick and 10th 40+ goal season 1982 - U.S. performs nuclear test at Nevada test site 2004 - The city of San Francisco, California begins issu- ing marriage licenses to same-sex couples in response to a directive from Mayor Gavin Newsom. There’s always next year Dominic Swanson Entertainment Editor

The Superbowl was expected to be the biggest game of football of the year. Denver’s high powered offense against the Seattle’s brutal defense. Both set a new standard for NFL teams by surpassing multiple NFL records. Both teams ended with a 13-3 season and took home the championship trophies. The game was set with an unstoppable offense against an immovable defense, but this game was going to turn out for the worst. As the game began, Denver started with a bad snap causing a safety, starting in motion, the second worst NFL Superbowl. Denver couldn’t move the ball as the offense was hammered by Seattle’s defense. Denver’s receivers were overpowered by Seattle’s cornerbacks and safeties, while Denver’s offense was also get- ting pressure throughout the game by Seattle’s defensive line and linebackers. All of this caused Denver to be plagued by turnovers throughout the game. The final score of the game was Seattle, 43, and Denver, 8. It was the worst game in Denver’s season while it was Seattle’s best. Denver was never a challenge for Seattle throughout the game, and the only Broncos that shined were the defense, and only in the first half. Though the season is over for all teams and free agency and the draft are in sight, many teams will rebuild to try to reach the Superbowl. Denver and Seattle will also try to bulk up their teams while trying to improve. Even though the Broncos lost a humiliat- ing game, a lot of their all star players, who were placed on injury reserve such as: Von Miller, Ryan Clady, and Chris Harris, will be able to return next season. Hopefully, to aid the Broncos with another chance at the Lombardi trophy. Sports February 12, 2014 Page 8 New year, new beginning Abigail Macias Dominic Swanson Entertainment Editor UFC Staff Reporter In the UFC and MMA world, in every match champions cement their It’s was a rough start for the Lady Wolves basketball team in the 2013 season, but as they say new year, legacies while other champions begin theirs. In recent weeks, a former new beginning, and that’s exactly what the Lady Wolves are doing with only two losses since 2014 began. world champion, Anderson Silva, not only lost, but broke his tibia in his In the past two years, Westy has gone to conference games, but they have been defeated. This year, they right leg causing Silva not to just lose, but to critically put his career in are looking to change that and become victorious, and become the first team in Westminster High School’s jeopardy. The big question: will he ever be the same fighter? Silva is ex- history to win a conference game. The Lady Wolves are working harder and pushing themselves to get better pected to come back to fight in the UFC before the end of the year, and on the court. hopes to one day be the champion of the middleweight class. The Lady Wolves are playing fast, aggressive, and have one of the best defenses. They are nationally ranked Chris Weildman, who not only defeated Silva once, but twice, in back- as one of the best defensive teams. Not to mention their great win against Brighton High School at the Pepsi to-back matches ended Silva’s 17 match winning streak. Weildman cur- rently undefeated at 11 and zero, not only won, but defended the middle- Center. Definitely, whatever the Lady Wolves did during their break have made them turn the tables and weight title from the fighter he took it from. Weildman has proven to made themselves very successful in 2014. the UFC world that he is the next big fighter, but the question that all Freshman Mariah Boltz said, “I’m very thrilled and amused to be on the Varsity squad as a freshman.” undefeated champions go through is how long will it last? Although the Lady Wolves are doing great, they have to improve some things like: rebounding, limiting A once former world champion, Benson Henderson, is back on the turnovers, boxing out more, taking more shots, and seeing the open person quicker. These suggestions are horse as he defeated Josh Thompson in his recent match. After losing from Coach Jeff Dennis and some of the girls on the team. his title belt to Anthony Pettis, who is now the lightweight champion, Even though last season’s basketball squad was a little bit taller, took more shots, and scored more. This Henderson is one of the top fighters, and a well-known name in the UFC year the basketball team is shorter, with more heart, and is a well-balanced team. They have three great posts world. Henderson is currently trying to settle a rematch with Pettis to that block amazingly, they have a great rhythm with the ball, and try to regain his lightweight title. After a victory over a great fighter like if they would take more chances and shoot more, they would have Thompson, maybe a second Henderson vs. Pettis match is in the near future. a better chance to get more points on the board. The new champion of the lightweights, Pettis is a young champion who “One step at a time, one game at a time, but in the back of their recently beat Henderson by using an armbar submission. He has earned minds they think about winning the conference game,” said Den- the right of title holder of that class. Yet, Pettis has not scheduled a fight nis. ever since that victory. Is Pettis scared to lose his title too soon or is Pet- Senior Agustina Santistevan said, “I’m very sad that this is my tis waiting for a rematch to the fighter who once owned the lightweight last year to be on the team, I feel like I have a lot of pressure to do class? Pettis is still young, but must schedule a match soon to prove to the my best.” UFC, and the world, that he is a champion. Good luck to the Lady Wolves on these next games that are cru- Many new and former champions have arisen and fallen in the UFC, cial to going to the conference game. Hope to see you ladies with but with future matches and challengers awaiting a match, who will be the win! lose their title, who will achieve a title, and who will successfully defend Photo by Abigail Macias their title?

Game: The Lady Wolves play against Brighton. Inside the Pride:

HayleyIs Lokken 2014 our year? Meet the Reporters Sports Editor Alexander Lee Rockies fans are some of the best fans in sports. They have stuck with their team through losing seasons, and Job: Reporter more recently, two back-to-back last place finishes, but hopefully, after what the organization has done this off- Years of Experience: 2 season, that won’t be the case for too much longer. What are you excited about this school year? The Rockies were looking for someone to fill the gap left by the loss of their longtime first baseman. (Todd “As an incoming IB junior, I am looking forward to the new opportuni- Helton) They were able to sign Justin Morneau as a suitable replacement. ties and experiences as an upperclassman and building relationships with Science teacher Scott Troy had many positive things to say when asked about the Rockies off-season prepara- the people I surround myself with.” tions. “I think, for the most part, that the off-season trades the Rockies made were beneficial to them. I par- ticularly like the trades for Justin Morneau and Brett Anderson. Morneau filled a huge need for a lefty hitter Describe your favorite way to spend a day: and a first baseman after Helton left. As much as I liked Helton, his offensive production was down, and I think “My perception of spending my favorite day is being around the people Morneau will be a step up in that department. I also like the potential that Anderson has to be the number that make me want to live like there’s no tomorrow.” four guy in the pitching rotation. Given that the top of the rotation was so good last year (De La Rosa, Chacin, and Chatwood), adding a solid number four should significantly improve the pitching situation. Hopefully, the List your favorite music: Rockies' big pitching prospects (Butler and Gray) will get into the rotation at some point.” “None at the mo- One of the most controversial trades that occurred was the deal that was made with the Houston Astros, ment.” that gave the Rockies right-handed pitcher Jordan Lyles and outfielder Brandon Barnes, in return they gave Houston their centerfielder Dexter Fowler. When asked about the Rockies off-season changes, junior, Gillian Why you joined the Muniz said, “I think that their intentions were good, but I think that trading Dexter Fowler was a big mistake.” newspaper staff: They were also able to add needed bullpen depth with the free-agent signing of LaTroy Hawkins, a right- hander who was given a one-year, $2.5 million deal, and Boone Logan, a left-hander signed to a three-year, “I joined the newspa- $16.5 million deal. They also selected right-hander Tommy Kahnle from the Yankees in the Rule 5 Draft, but per staff in 2012/2013 the biggest acquisition of all was, left-hander, Brett Anderson from the Oakland Athletics. because I wished to Spring training starts on February 15, and the Rockies, and their fans, hope that these deals that they were able improve my writing to make will help their team go from last place to World Series Champions. skills as well as have an experience of how Photo by Hayley Lokken Photo the newspaper staff courtesy works. Although I of do not have the class anymore, due to my Scott passion for writing, I Troy. chose to still contrib- ute to the newspaper by writing articles on the side.”

Words of Wisdom: “What you’ve got to do is figure out what you’re afraid of because when you put a face on it, you can beat it. Better Junior Gillian Muniz yet, you can use it.”