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Volume XVII, Issue V First Person Colleges send out the news Meat a By Karina Cortez Most to all CSU’s have now versity application, there were Staff writer sent out their letters or emails of several tests to take and many real-life As the final months of high notification by this time. All se- application to fill out. school are approaching, seniors niors are now just waiting on their Among the earliest in the pro- are starting to receive letters of letters from many UC’s and private cess were taking the SAT and/or vegetarian acceptance and rejection from their universities. ACT tests, which should be taken first-choice universities. As many seniors have found several times in order to receive By Sheridyn Talbert Many students, such as Ariana out, universities are now typically the best possible score. Staff writer Alaniz, have gotten the exciting communicating with their students Once senior year began, se- n March 21, 2010, I e-mail accepting them into their through e-mail. However, some niors started applying in October. became a vegetarian, and “back-up” schools. seniors say they prefer getting a After all applications were due, I’ve never looked back. “The letters I got from my letter. financial aid was something to start O back-up schools just add more “It makes the overall experi- worrying about. So, the financial This was a decision that I thought about and weighed very Ariana Alaniz, senior, shows off anticipation from getting a letter ence much more exciting,” Alaniz aid form had to be done in order to heavily because even from the acceptance letters from UCSD from my first-choice school,” says. receive federal money to help pay age of 14 I knew that I was mak- and Cal Poly. Alaniz said. To recap the process of uni- See COLLEGE on Page 4 ing a life-changing decision, and Class of 2010 it was not to be taken lightly. I read everything I could, I watched every Are you ready for Prom? video, and researched By Myriam Akbar every single Staff writer detail I Megan Garcia, the junior could find class ASB president for CI, so that I says, “Yes, I’m going to Prom! could make And not just because I’m class an educated president, but because I really decision. want to enjoy the hard work I And put into organizing a magical finally on that Monday morning Prom for the upperclassmen.” I kissed my last hamburgers, ba- Prom will be held on Sat- con, and chicken wings goodbye urday, April 20, in Simi Valley and moved on to a life of salads, at the American Jewish Uni- tofu and beans. versity, in one of their venues I was terrified. But I kept called The House of Books. The strong and determined and grew event will go from 7 to 11 p.m. slowly but surely into as The theme of the Prom is a vegetarian. “A Tale as Old as Time.” Ticket After a couple of months, prices will be $55. asking for no meat and substitut- A few fun facts about the ing for bacon with some extra venue is that hash browns became second na- filmed his video for his song ture, and after a couple of years “Wall to Wall” there, and it the sweet smells of my mom’s was also used in the TV show honey-baked ham doesn’t even “Mighty Morphin Power Rang- make me sniff twice. ers” as their headquarters. The most difficult aspect of The colors are scarlet, ivo- being a vegetarian would have ry, sapphire, and gold. The attire to be the constant questions and for the night will be tradi interrogations from those around See PROM on Page 5 you. The minute that you admit to your recent diet change some people think that it opens it up PROM 411 for them to voice their opinion. When: Saturday, April People will drill me with 20, 2013 these questions that we both Time: 7-11 p.m. know they really do not want the Where: American answer to. Jewish University in In reality, they seem to Simi Valley be looking for me to make a Cost: $55 mistake, just so they can pinpoint Theme: “A Tale as Old something to criticize. as Time” I am not really sure why I find such negative opinions, but I Lordgin Savella and Kimberly Dizon work the runway at Prom Expo. Photo by Jose Cortez do know that to me personally it doesn’t matter. I have made my decision and it is a choice I wish to con- Clever ways to ask that special someone tinue for as long as I can. of the donut-shaped cookie with “yes” on they won’t be home, take some sidewalk Being vegetarian is by no By Tori Foster one and “no” on the other. Give it directly to chalk with you to their house and spell out means all negative. Staff writer them or leave it somewhere they will find it. “Prom?” on the driveway with your name My close family and friends Seniors and juniors are in the midst of the * Ask them “when pigs fly.” Fill a bunch at the end (with the parents’ permission). greatly support me and go out of whole “getting ready for Prom” process. For of pink balloons with helium and draw pig Feel free to get creative and change up the their way to help me and make a lot of those seniors and juniors, finding a faces on them. Put those balloons in a fairly question and maybe even add a background me vegetarian meals from time date is a crucial part of that process. Here are large cardboard box and put a note on top of or picture. Wait until they get home to see it. to time. some ideas on how to ask them: the box that says, “When will I ask you to * Make a puzzle. Get a piece of card- I greatly appreciate this * Bake “Prom cookies.” First, bake a big prom?” and a note inside the box that says board or card paper and write your invite and I am thankful every day for donut-shaped cookie. With icing, decorate “When pigs fly!” Deliver the box and make on it with these, because in all honesty I the cookie and write “Prom?” somewhere sure it’s opened indoors. couldn’t have done it without on it with your name at the end. Then bake See INVITE on Page 5 two cookies small enough to fit in the middle * Use sidewalk chalk. When you know See TALBERT on Page 3 Page 2 The Isle File Tiongco takes home Mr. CI title

By Alex Aquino Staff writer Winter is here and with winter brings the annual Mr. CI. This year’s roster of contestants was surprisingly colorful, meaning more of a variety people coming from all walks of life. Mauryce Brunfield and Chris- tian Chavez were the first to be eliminated but put on quite a show. Brumfield dazzled the crowd with his singing of “Just Around the Riverbend” from the classic Disney tale “Pocahontas.” Chavez sang “The A Team” CI’s Short Flags squad -- Catalina Posadas, Reyanna Lapenias, Audrey Reyes, Patricia Manansala and by Ed Sheeran. His voice didn’t Keri Quemuel -- and coach Mark Raquedan posed with their championship trophies. carry throughout the gym; how- ever, he still had guts to stay on Primo Tiongco stage and finish off the song. Neil Olipani and Jonathan National Champs! Bullicer added a little seriousness Minier, Devon Anthony and Primo to the pot when they displayed Tiongco. Their talents were jaw their talents. Olipani spoke a very dropping and truly something you Short Flags earn title for third straight year deep free verse poem while Bul- wouldn’t expect. licer played a deep piano solo. Anthony preformed a By Primo Tiongco Like all of our hard work paid off.” performance stated, “I know you Rafael Ochoa and David routine that involved Tiongco, Staff writer Asked if she expected win- guys will kill it. I’m so proud of Gray’s talents were quite bizarre. which may have helped Tiongco On March 16, our very own ning, Posadas replied, “I didn’t all of you.” Ochoa’s claim of making shine more. Short Flags team took first place expect to win, but we practice so As he began to tear up, he the best sandwich was funny, but Minier, a pitcher on the CI Photo by Stephanie Gamboa in both One Flag and Two Flag at hard and so long. We don’t practice said, “Make us proud and do what then he brought out a table and baseball team, threw baseballs, USA Nationals. to lose.” you do at practice.” displayed his sandwich making starting at 74 mph and leading up This year the squad consisted Short Flags practice day in With this competition season techniques while listening to 94 mph. of five girls. Junior Catalina Posa- and day out for hours. coming to an end, Lapenias said Beyoncé. He left the crowd and Sadly, Anthony and Minier das leads the team as Captain, “Basically, we practice every she would miss the team. judges laughing. were the last to be eliminated and senior Reyanna Lapenias as co- day,” Lapenias said. “We literally “Honestly, yeah, I’m going to Gray’s talent was body rolling Tiongco was crowned Mr. CI after captain, junior Audrey Reyes as put our blood, sweat, and tears into miss being at practice. I’m going to and singing along to a song. The a great run. lieutenant, and freshman member each practice.” miss the girls and the experience of body rolls were funny and coupled Tiongco, a senior, placed Patricia Manansala and sophomore And the as proud leaders of performing. But I have high hopes with the explicit song, made judge first in the push up competition Keri Quemuel. this team, they can’t exaggerate for the team next year,” she said. Ms. Milly Madonna turn her and in the swimsuit competition “We competed with about 13 how proud they are of their girls. Posadas said that the season child’s head and laugh. he made the crowd laugh by teas- different teams,” Lapenias said, “I’m proud of my girls; we’ve is still not over. Charles Sabiaga played a song ing the crowd what was under his “but they were all eliminated dur- come a long way from tryouts… “We still have DTU and we’re he composed and wrote on his uku- towel, revealing what were only ing prelims.” It’s been a crazy journey,” Lape- still working hard planning on lele. The lyrics tell his tale of being his trunks. This is the third year in a nias said. getting the high point award and a stigma. It really showed who he For the talent portion he row that our Short Flags team has But they aren’t the only ones winning that $500 prize,” she said. truly is. The song was well written played “I Will Go the Distance” swept the competition. who are proud. with great lyrics that you could tell on the piano, and for his question- Posadas, the captain, said, “It According to Lapenias, Coach came from the heart. naire response he put others before feels good, I feel accomplished. Mark Raquedan prior to their The final three were Greg himself. Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 3 Piece of Mind Spring horoscope is here

By Breanna Martin wander, but remember to keep your morals and What is your best Staff writer values. Never lose sight of who you truly are. Aries (March 21-April 19) Spring Break memo- Focus on yourself a little more, and stop be- Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ing so generous with your love. You deserve to be As talented as you are, it is time you try treated like Queen/King. new things! Get out of that daily routine and try “One spring break I went to Las something new. Take a chance; you know you Vegas and went up on the Strato- have been wanting to. sphere.” Taurus (April 20-May 20) That person that is always running through your -- Elijah Licon, freshman mind is getting tired of only being in your mind. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) They only want you to be happy and though the love The one you love loves you back. You is there, love isn’t always enough. People let go and are slowly growing on him/her. Don’t give up move on; maybe it’s for the best. because in the end you’ll either have a friend forever or lover forever.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) “The most memorable moment Take a deep breath and really think about what Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) was going to the park and the you want in life. Stop bothering with the criticism The one who desires you is right in front of beach with my family and friends.” around you because what people think of you now you. You need to open your eyes a little bit and -- Fatima Hernandez, freshman does not determine what you will be in the future. notice him/her before it is too late. It’s time you be yourself. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Cancer (June 22-July 22) Stop being so difficult and ease up a bit. Where have you been? It is time you come out You will see that what you so desperately want of that turtle shell of yours and interact with people is not so hard to obtain. You just need to go with the flow and live life one day at a time. “Going to the beach and the park around you. You are a beautiful person so share some of that beauty with the less fortunate. with the family and the boyfriend.” –Jennifer Gonzales, sophomore Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Leo (July 23-Sept. 22) Second chances are not always a bad thing. You are surrounded by both negative and posi- Reconsider some things and talk to those from tive people, but you are doing a good job of block- the past. A good thing is awaiting for your near ing the negativity out. Just keep doing what you are future. doing and remember to always look at the bright side of things. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Spring break is around the corner. Know “Going to hot springs in Ojai.” that the previous breaks you have had have will – Carlos Villicaña, sophomore Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You are in between finding yourself and los- not be as satisfying this one. All the hard work ing yourself. That is perfectly fine, but be careful you have put in will be worth it because this because the world is a confusing place. It is OK to break will treat you right. Ask Raider Sam Crush puts strain on friendship “Went to Six Flags with my By Myriam Akbar Dear Mini-Homewrecker, friends.” Staff writer You probably don’t want to hear this but Dear Raider Sam, you’re a bit of a tramp. You’re definitely on your Lately I’ve been going through some tough way to becoming a future homewrecker, and I’m issues with my two best friends, one happens to be sure you know this. The answer is very simple: a girl who likes my other best friend, who is a boy, STAY AWAY FROM TAKEN BOYS. They’re but who doesn’t like her. I’ve tried to tell her that he taken, honey bunny; that means you need to keep doesn’t like her, but she’s convinced that I’m just your grubby little paws off. Get it? Good. jealous of their “supposed love connection,” when in all reality there isn’t anything there, for him at Dear Raider Sam, “I went to Hawaii with my family.” least. I really don’t want to be mean, but she doesn’t This year I began going out with a really -- Jason Diaz, junior get the picture. What do I do? great guy and we had a lot of good memories -- Confused Friend together, but sadly we broke up a month ago. He broke up with me because he said that he didn’t Dear Confused Friend, have the same feelings for me that I had for him If this gal is really your friend, she would at the time. I accepted that and have moved on, believe you when you tell her a boy doesn’t like her, but the problem is I moved on with his older especially a boy you know as well as her. My advice brother, who happens to be a lot hotter and much is, just ignore her. She’s clearly an idiot and doesn’t sweeter. He actually has feeling for me. Is this see that you’re a good friend. Just ignore her and wrong? -- Keep-It-In-The-Family Girl “Spending the day under the sun wait; she’ll come back. They always do. at the beach.” Dear Raider Sam, Dear Keep-It-In-The-Family Girl, – Natalie Covarrubias, senior I’m not going to lie, but I have a terrible habit Hmm. Lovebug, I honestly don’t see a prob- of falling for boys who are already taken by other lem with this. Clearly the other guy didn’t want girls. I know this sounds terrible, but it’s true. I love you, so why not make yourself happy with a guy a good chase, and boys who are harder to get are so that does want you? You should. You never know, much more fun to me! Problem is I keep getting into maybe he’s your soulmate! Out with the old, in fights with the girlfriends of these boys. Please help with the new. Have fun with this one! me! How do I break this habit? “Party hopping with Ernie.” -- Mini-Homewrecker (Send letters to Raider Sam in Room 29) -- Isaiah Quiroz, senior TALBERT: Three years as a vegetarian Continued from Page 1 share this world, and I believe until this is done It has been said, “You can judge a man’s true we will never truly be able to look in the mirror as character by the way he treats his fellow animals.” I faultless and honest human beings. definitely see this as true, and from my perspective It is now 3 years I have lived as a vegetarian. ignorance is not bliss. I believe it is important for This life-changing decision has indeed changed every person to have as much knowledge as possible my life and broadened my knowledge in so many about the treatment of these beautiful animals that ways. I am thankful and I hope to never look back. Text and Photos by Linda G. Hernandez Page 4 The Isle File CI’s bikers Bobby Morales: spirited senior have new By Sacora Pankey II hope I can be an inspiration to people.” Staff writer “Bobby is a good guy. He has a Mr. Brett Zielsdorf, Morales’ favorite Energetic, fierce, and spirited are some good heart and cares about Chan- teacher and ASB adviser, said, “Bobby is place to of the words that Kierra Routledge and Casey nel Islands High School.” a good guy. He has a good heart and cares about Channel Islands High School. He is Victorio use to describe their friend Bobby -- Mr. Brett Zielsdorf Morales. unique to this school, he is fantastic and one practice Morales has been participating in cheer Morales added. of a kind. He is also controversial and can squads for over 4 years. He is on Channel He mentioned his daily schedule of after speak out his mind.” By Jenny Figueroa Islands cheer team and is also part of the school practice all the way to 5:30 p.m. He Morales’ plans after high school are to Staff writer California All-Star teams. The California then goes to the gym at 7 p.m. and gets home attend Ventura College and cheer there and Did you know that CI is the All-Star team is one of the best cheer gyms around 10. hopefully transfer to Oregon State University only school in the Ventura County on the West Coast. “My schedule is pretty much a cycle of and also cheer there. Some of his future goals that has a Mountain Bike Club? When asked what he enjoys most about school, cheer, cheer,” he said. “For people after that are to major in broadcast journalism Well if you didn’t know that, cheering, Morales said, “Everything — the who don’t think cheer is a sport, think again. and possibly become a cheer coach. now you do. There are currently athleticism, competitions, meeting new We have a three- hour practice five days a “Lastly I want to thank everyone who 13 people in the club, including people and traveling all around the country.” week. Doing two cheer teams and keeping up has supported me these four years mostly, only one girl who happens to be “You have to be fierce and dedicated,” is a lot of work, but I balance everything well. my family and friends,” he said. the highest scoring rider. The president is Jose Con- treras and Kevin Melendez is the captain. Melendez says, “I like Moun- tain Bike Club. I’ve been in it since my freshman year and it’s a great feeling. I like the feeling of pass- ing people and the feeling that you might die, but then you don’t.” They usually practice at Syca- more Canyon, which is by Point Mugu. The club has managed to get most of their bikes from grants and some of the students have purchased them with their own money. The club is also a member at Treck, so they get really good deals for their bikes. As you might have noticed on the side of the teacher’s park- ing lot, there is a pump track. The Mountain Bike Club uses it about once a week, or whenever they cannot go down to Sycamore Canyon. “The club was started by a man named Alfredo Salcido, the husband of CI’s Mrs. Salcido, about 5 years ago,” said Mr. Joshua LaForge, science teacher. Club members race about six times a year against 38 other CI students who are a part of Emanon. Photo by Marisol Marron schools, and they’ve had two victories so far, beating out the other schools, much like in a cross country meet. “The one thing the team needs Fancy Footwork is females,” said Mr. LaForge. “We only have one, so yes we need more, but anyone is welcome, and CI students share love of dance in Emanon COLLEGE: By Marisol Marron backwards. and high point.” Staff writer “The meaning behind it is to leave a Jamie Avecilla, a junior here at CI, is Acceptance Being part of a dance team is a great mark and presence on the community outside also a member on the dance team Emanon. passion for many whatever the reason: get- of just a title,” said Anthony. Avecilla has been on the team since the start. letters arrive ting to meet new people, making friendships, Emanon practices at the Oxnard Police He started when he was at the age of 7 so he’s exercising, or even improving one’s self Activities League and their practices are usu- been in it for about 10 years now. Continued from Page 1 confidence. ally three days a week. “However, we have When asked what he enjoys the most for college. Last but not least is Here at CI we have students that belong hell months on the month of a competition,” about being on the team he answered, “The finally accepting an offer to a uni- to a dance team outside of the school called mentioned Anthony. This means they practice feeling on stage with my team. I get to vibe versity, which too many seniors, Emanon. Devon Anthony, a senior, is one of every day of the week. off my teammates and it makes me go harder.” the choice has not been done yet. the captains for Emanon. Emanon is a high Emanon has competed in various types One of Avecilla’s most memorable mo- However, the deadline to accept it school dance company that consists of stu- of competitions. “I’d say we go to about six ments was when Emanon won Vibe Jr’s and is closely approaching. dents from all over Ventura County. comps every season,” mention Anthony. it gave them the chance to perform at Vibe. As students are starting to get “It’s a team where you can channel your The highest they’ve placed has been 1st “We were also the second junior team ever to a good feeling about their chosen problems and relieve your stress through place with an overall high score on the entire perform at Vibe as a guest.” Another one of his schools, they start visiting with dance,” said Anthony. competition. memorable moments was performing at the their families to make sure it is Aside from making new friendships, Josh Camaclang, a junior here at CI, has Street Dance competition and winning their where they want to go. A big part their purpose is to bring other schools to- been a part of Emanon for a year. When asked 1st place title along with high point. about choosing a school is feeling gether as one community and also give back on what he enjoys the most about being on Liezl Austriaco, a junior, has been in comfortable at the school. to the community in which they live. the team he replied, “The feeling of being a Emanon for one year. When asked what she “I’ll be living there for the Emanon consists of 60 members but family in the team, the feeling of performing enjoys the most about being in the team she next four years,” Alaniz said. “I their entire dance family is called “The as a team it’s always nice.” answered, “Performing and practicing with want to make sure I’m happy Alias,” which is composed of three different One of Camaclang’s most memorable the team every day.” One of her most memo- wherever I am living. Wherever teams which include Emanon, Undeclared, moments from being on the team is when rable moments was winning first place at SIO I end up, I just hope I’m happy” and Incognito. Their whole entire dance fam- they performed at Vibe, one of their big- and when the team was undefeated for 5 years. ily is made up of 140 dancers. gest competitions in the dance community. Emanon has tryouts every May and ev- Emanon’s team name was chosen by He also mentioned, “Another memorable ery June a new team gets chosen. Emanon’s Spring Break is their founder, Byron Bucao, a former CI moment was when we competed at Street next big competition is on April 6 at World student. Emanon is “no name” spelled Dance this 2013 year where Emanon’s all of Dance in L.A. March 28-April 7 male team “Boyz n Motion” won 1st place Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 5

PROM 2013 Being the best beauty you can be

By Angelica Rojas makeup last longer. Make sure to set your Staff writer foundation with powder, to help it stay Prom is just around the corner and put and not budge. (Any cream or liquid this is the time for you to look your ab- makeup should be set with a powder.) solute best. When you finish your makeup, spray your Return of ‘The Voice’ Ladies, you might have found the face with a setting spray, which acts like perfect dress, but just like hair is impor- “hairspray” for your face. They give them advice for the battle tant, you can’t forget your face. Ladies, - Since you’re taking a lot of pictures By Lilibeth Mireles rounds when the coaches have two of their possibly men, this means emphasizing with flash, avoid products with a lot of Staff writer own team members battle against each other on makeup. Prom isn’t the time for the SPF because not only will it make you It’s finally March and I have been wait- directly singing the same song together. And ordinary face, it’s a time for you to extra appear oilier, but because SPF reflects ing for this month to come. they hope that at least one team member glamorize it. For some, wearing makeup light it can cast a white mask on your face. “The Voice” began its fourth season on goes all the way to the finale where the is an everyday thing, but for others this - Without blush or bronzer you will Monday and continues tonight. I’m more public votes on who wins. is a one-time thing. So, here are some appear washed out in pictures, so don’t excited for this new season, since they have I missed the first season, but once the tips to help you with your prom makeup: forget to apply it to bring life to your face. two new coaches, Shakira and . They second season was starting I started to watch - Pick eyes or lips: dramatic eyes and - Contouring and highlighting is will be replacing Christina Aguilera and Cee and got into the show. dramatic lips can be tricky to pull off, so completely optional, but by doing it cor- Lo Green for this season. The thing that I like about “The Voice” it’s better to focus on just one. rectly it enhances your facial features, This TV show is based on the reality is that no matter how old you are they give - This isn’t a time for the “natural making you appear slimmer, like you singing competition “The Voice of Hol- you a chance. look.” The key is to make your face stand automatically lost 5 pounds. land.” The show first premiered on April 26, Last season they had their youngest out. This is the time to apply those extra - If you don’t know how to apply 2011, with team as the win- contestant, a 16-year-old girl. coats of mascara or apply false eyelashes, your makeup, YouTube is key to learning. ning coach and Javier Colon as the winner. “The Voice is helpful and they don’t which look better in pictures. They have makeup videos on EVERY- The second season premiered on Feb. 5, put the contestants down,” said Jennifer - Don’t match the color of your dress THING. 2012, after the Super Bowl XLVI with Blake Andrade, a senior at CI. to the color of your eye shadow. If you If you want to get your makeup done, Shelton as the winning coach and Jermaine When at the end of a blind audition they can’t decide what color eye shadow to Macy’s or Nordstrom’s makeup counters Paul as the winner. don’t push the button for someone and at use, try a classic smokey eye. can do your makeup, but you have to pur- The third season premiered on Sept. 10, the end they wish they did, they give them - Don’t forget your eyebrows; chase something, also in Sephora, with a 2012, with Blake Shelton winning again as advice to come back and re-audition for the they frame your face, so groom them minimum purchase of $50. the coach and Cassadee Pope as the winner. next season. and if necessary fill them in. But re- If you find a makeup school student Many people prefer “American Idol” For example, Dez Duron was audition- member not to overpluck or make they might be willing to do your makeup or “The X Factor,” but for me it has to be ing for the second season and sadly none of them too dark. (When filling in brows: for cheap or even free because they “The Voice.” the coaches pushed the button. At the end, blondes=two shades darker than hair and need the practice or just an unlicensed “The Voice” has coaches/ mentors who Aguilera regretted not pressing the button, brunettes=two shades lighter than hair.) freelance artist, but you’re going in at spend hours and hours helping a singer reach but she told him to come back and he did. - It’s important to make your makeup your own risk because they don’t have their dreams. Season 3, Duron came back and Agu- as long-lasting as possible. Use a primer as much experience or aren’t credited, so “The Voice” has a format from the blind ilera pressed the button along with Shelton, before your foundation, which gives you might not like your end result. auditions, to the battle rounds, to the finale. but Duron decided he wanted to be in Agu- you a smooth canvas and makes your The coaches choose teams through a blind audition process where they push a button ilera’s team. He did not advance to the finale PROM: All of the inside informa- for someone who auditioned that already but he never gave up. performed, finalizing that he or she wants Continued from Page 1 ing a main meal,” says CI senior Gyssel that singer on his or her team. tional tuxedos and long dresses. CI Senior Oleynick. “Small appetizers are way Denise Duran says, “Of course I’m going better! I like that because in my opinion to prom! It’s my last year and I deserve a I look forward to the dancing, and I little fun. I think purples, blues, and gold wouldn’t want to be all bloated from eat- are some of the best dress colors!” ing heavy food. I definitely agree on hav- Inside the dance there will be auburn ing just appetizers and desserts.” lighting, different domes of the room, and “The venue happens to be kosher, so if the weather permits-a beautiful view meat will not be served,” Megan Garcia of the balcony. adds. “We don’t want the menu to be bor- A main meal will not be served at ing, so there will be many fun desserts. Prom but a variety of extravagant desserts A good alternative is to go on a date first and finger food will be served. and grab a bite to eat!” “I actually like the idea of not hav- INVITES: How to ask a future date your name at the end and decorate it. projector. Cut it * Post-it note their invite. Simply Continued from Page 1 write little notes on some post-its and up into puzzle pieces and give it place them on their bedroom wall in the to them or leave it somewhere she’ll form of the question “Prom?” or in the find it, like their desk at school. shape of heart with one post-it in the * Light up your invite. Get enough middle containing the invite. tea candles (or the plastic, battery-pow- * Order some “Prom pizza.” Ask a ered ones) to spell out “Prom?” and set local pizza joint to spell out “Prom?” with them up in front of their house in time pepperoni or any other topping. Have for them to see it at dusk. Be waiting for them deliver it to their address. them behind the candles. * Use a photo collage. Photograph * Lead them to your invite. Cut out yourself with different words from the black foot prints from construction pa- phrase “Will you go to Prom with me?” per and place a Hershey’s Kiss on each anywhere you’d like. Then put it all one. Make a trail from the person’s drive- together in a photo collage or hide it way into their bedroom. In their bedroom around their room for them to find. leave a big sign that says, “Now that I’ve * Say it with a t-shirt. Buy a plain kissed the ground you’ve walked on, will white t-shirt and some markers. On the you go to Prom with me?” t-shirt, write your future-date’s name, * Write a poem. You can decide the question, and two boxes with yes/no whether to make it serious or come- below them. Wear it to school the next dic. Just make sure to somehow put day and approach them. Give them time to the question in it. Leave it on their desk read the shirt and then give them a marker or ask their teacher to put it up on the to mark their answer. Just remember, it’s once a year, re- Page 6 OPINION The Isle File Staff Voices U.S. warms to gay marriage A male’s perspec- By Myriam Akbar Staff writer Things are changing here in America. Slowly but tive on healthy eat- surely. As of January 2013, nine states -- Connecticut, Iowa, By José Cortez Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Staff writer York, Vermont, and Washington -- as well as the District On a daily basis I only eat dinner. I do not have time of Columbia and two Native American Tribes, have legal- in the morning to eat or make anything for breakfast, so ized same-sex-marriage. I go to school like a carcass. Also, the food here isn’t so In addition, Rhode Island recognizes same-sex mar- delish, so I’m better off eating air. riages performed in other jurisdictions, and California, Throughout the day at school I fill myself with 100 which briefly granted same-sex marriages in 2008, now percent water (no preservatives added). I don’t want to recognizes them on a conditional basis. snack because I feel it’ll go straight to my thighs. I’ve Recently, the Washington National Cathedral, where decided to turn a new leaf and be healthy. Americans gather to mourn tragedies and celebrate new For dinner I eat chicken and steamed veggies. With presidents, will soon begin hosting same-sex marriages. temptations everywhere, it’s hard to keep faithful to my

Cathedral officials have told Associated Press that newly found lifestyle. Cookies here, chips there, food the church will be among the first Episcopal congrega- everywhere. I’m like living in Hometown Buffet. tions to implement a new rite of marriage for gay, lesbian, What I do to stay on track is just say, “You’re a fat bisexual and transgender members. sions for them based on their opinion, or what they think whale; you don’t need to get any bigger!” That always I’ve noticed my whole life, most people will fight is right, because at the end of the day that shouldn’t sets me in the right direction. to defend that marriage should be between a man and matter. I also exercise for 30 minutes every day. I run on my a woman; however, growing up having an openly gay Long story short, people should be able to do the broken down treadmill in my overly hot stuffy garage. brother and lesbian sister, I’ve easily become accustomed things that make themselves happy, as long as they’re not I do have days off; I call them haven days. Preferably to a different conviction. harming anyone. on Sundays I eat anything I want, so if I want chips I’ll People base their opinions on gay marriage by being It’s the strangest thing that the people in power are eat chips. Usually till I want to burst out my pants and go surrounded by a particular culture, religion, and house- purposely creating civil issues among the gay commu- into food coma, but it’s all worth it. hold. I simply propose that marriage, which is “sup- nity for no reason, especially because the solution to the posedly” a contract of monogamous love till “death do problem is very simple. People need to quit making laws By Alex Aquino you part,” should be between any two people, willing to based on their own opinion but should focus on what’s Staff writer follow through with that agreement. really important -- the well-being of citizens. I’m going to start off by saying that I have the worst We’ve all seen and or heard that marriage is a diffi- If every human would just take a few seconds to put eating habits ever. I don’t eat all the time, contrary to cult commitment, which takes a lot of work. This is prob- themselves in another’s shoes, they would then see dif- belief, but I eat the wrong things on the occasions that I ably why the divorce rate is up to 52 percent in America. ferently. Aside from their own convictions, people would do eat. Many people get married for all the wrong reasons, see that if they were also robbed of their rights to marry To understand where I’m coming from, you must or just without fully considering the agreement they’re the person they love, they would feel angry and hurt. first understand that I work after school at home. My making, so if two people who are willing to do so want I don’t think anyone likes to feel that way; therefore, father has a day job and a hobby that sprouted into a job to, why can’t they? we all as humans should stop thinking about ourselves for and my mother is a full-time babysitter. The answer is very simple: They should be able to. once, and consider how other people feel, and base our My father works demolition during the day and It’s their life, and no one should be able to make deci- convictions on that. works in the garage where we do upholstery at night(s) and weekends. As soon as I come home from school I sit down and Invasion of the Beanie Snatchers! snack on something; something could range from a donut to an apple to powerbar. Honestly, she is OK with any style of hat wear, as long By Aylin Rodriguez When I finish, I help my mom with the daycare while as it is school colors. Staff writer I wait for my father to come home so I can help him too. “When you come to school and you’re proud of being How many of you have gotten your beanies taken away When my father gets home, my focus shifts to him and a Raider (by wearing the school colors), you do better as a from you by a school administrator? his works. student,” added Principal Hernandez. I bet that is half of you out there. So why do we continue On a good day we work from 5-8 in the evening. At Now, many of you have gotten your gray beanies taken to wear them and risk them getting taken away? Why not 8 my mom usually has brought some fast food to eat or away, and although we have gray sweatshirts with gold and just wear the CI beanies? has made something. blue “CIHS” embroidered onto the sweatshirt, plain gray Maybe you are questioning why the school administra- I eat to my heart’s content and then begin on home- beanies are not allowed on campus. tors don’t loosen up a bit. Well, they are simply following work. By the time I’m done with my homework I’m Yet again, another loophole has been brought to my the rules. Now, many of you are probably aware of these hungry again, but I ignore it and sleep. attention by Principal Hernandez. If you have a solid gray rules, but there are also some loopholes to get around just I don’t eat at school and that begins the process all beanie you would like to wear to school, you can. As long as wearing CI beanies. over again. Not eating a breakfast tricks your body into you have blue and gold “CIHS,” “Raiders,” etc. embroidered Principal Maricruz Hernandez enforces the student doubling your calories when you do eat, making me the onto the beanie, you shouldn’t get it taken away. body to . Not because she wants to give the “huge” man that I am today. student body a bad time, but because “it brings out school “They can go and embroider it at any place they want culture.” with ‘Channel Islands High School’ that is blue, yellow or “I want my students to be proud of representing who white and then they can wear it here,” said Principal Her- By Primo Tiongco we are. I’m proud!” said Principal Hernandez. nandez about wearing plain gray beanies. Staff writer She likes it when she sees the students walking around She had a student that came up to her and suggested For the past years of my high school life, I’ve with CI colors. “It gives you motivation and pride; it pro- wearing a gray beanie with gold embroidered ‘CIHS’ on it always considered eating healthy and being healthy, and motes our Channel Islands pride,” said Principal Hernandez. and Principal Hernandez said, “I love it! It looks good, it’s sometimes I would apply it to my life. But that never You guys are probably interested in the loopholes, school spirit and if it is in our school colors, I cannot say lasted. yes? Well, Principal Hernandez said that the beanies don’t no to them wearing it.” When I joined our school dance team, putting forth necessarily have to be CI purchased beanies. She said it Many of you have gotten tired of getting your beanies all that excessive energy and hours in the sun made me was OK to purchase beanies from other stores to wear at taken away, but if you don’t want to get your beanies taken think, I don’t care what I eat, I can always work it off. school, as long as they are CI colors or any shade of blue, away, simply follow the rules. Although there are loopholes, The past two years, every class for me I always had white, gold and even yellow. just follow the rules. It’s easier and safer. something to eat. Chips, candy, sandwiches, whatever I could get my hands on. I never had a second thought about eating, let alone snacking. I always told myself, “Oh, I have practice later, I Urine trouble at Channel Islands High can burn it off.” Most of the time I did, but eating too By Selena Arroyo if teachers have the power to control our bladder. many bags of hot fries and all the Hershey’s Cookies and Staff writer As a United States citizen I have civil liberties in which Cream drops didn’t really give me the energy to suffice Lately, teachers have been trying to control my rest- the U.S. Constitution automatically restrains the govern- me for dancing. room usage and I am completely against it. ment, including school officials, from using its power to I would get occasional heartburn, I would feel tired One of my teachers -- he who should not be named -- abuse individuals in certain liberties such as thought, belief, and sluggish, and worst of all my acne broke out like told me I was abusing the pass. Oh, I’m sorry! I can’t tell and ACTION. A.K.A using the facilities. there was no tomorrow. my bladder when to urinate! A Channel Islands native -- she who should not be This year I am no longer on our school’s dance It’s wrong to hold a student in a classroom captive and named; let’s call her Voldemort -- was stripped from her team, but rather another dance team. Both teams work vulnerable when they need to use the facilities. Especially rights when a teacher didn’t allow her to use the restroom, equally as hard, but the team I’m on now doesn’t practice ladies, because a few times a month they require more when she REALLY had to go. every day like my previous team. restroom usage than others, if you know what I’m sayin’. “I felt like I was on the verge of an accident and all So I thought to myself that if I keep eating at the rate Teachers say to bring a doctor’s note; exactly what is because of my teacher,” the victim stated. I am now, I would gain weight and that’s “no bueno.” So that going to do for you? It’s going to tell you the exact same Teachers, take into consideration that we’re human I’ve decided to take food in moderation. thing I have been telling you the whole year. As a matter of beings, not dogs that can urinate anytime they please. It’s OK to eat chips, but not every period. It’s OK to fact, I could make my own doctor’s note if I really wanted to. have a snack, as long as it’s not a meal. And it’s OK to And don’t you dare get me started on the teachers who eat out, as long as it’s occasional. only give us three passes a semester to use the restroom, as Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 7 When I was 17 Burger Wars The guy with the music Five Guys or In-N-Out? A tasty By Aylin Rodriguez Staff writer By Andrew Orozco In-N-Out Mr. David Cole, a history teacher here Staff writer ¨ Our native local favorite ham- at CI, was 17 when he attended Poly High At the entrance of this new shopping burger restaurants, considered the best in School in Riverside with Reggie Miller, the district, The Collection, is a new burger the west in service and taste. retired NBA star. joint called Five Guys, which can be ¨ Extremely simple and consis- As a senior Mr. Cole was in the varsity considered a spiritual rival to our native tent. soccer team as #16. Aside for his love of In-N-Out. ¨ Small menu: burgers and fries, soccer, he was also really into music and Both look aesthetically similar to nothing more, nothing less. (Some may cartoons. each other and are bound to bump heads, argue that the secret menu adds more Although he was “kind of an awkward being relatively near each other. variation which is always a valid option guy,” he “wasn’t the shy loner guy hiding Which one is better? Well, let’s com- including grilled cheese.) in a room.” pare the two. ¨ Fries are thin and have a unique He was always invited to the ‘big taste to them. people parties.’ This was as a result of his Five Guys ¨ All burgers are served the same love of music. ¨ A large chain of hamburger unless ordered otherwise. The invitation to the many parties came restaurants from the East, considered one ¨ A special mention again to the with a catch though; he had to take his of the best by both media and consumer secret menu adds to the charm of the records. He was the guy with the records. review. food. He had a big collection of records, ¨ Their menu is a bit more diverse ¨ Everything is meticulously ranging from classic rock to punk rock, to from In-N-Out including hot dogs, and wrapped and clean. much more. Mr. David Cole grilled cheese. ¨ Extremely cheap (about $6 for a As a result of having so many records, ¨ Complimentary peanuts combo) and are spread around California. Mr. Cole became familiar with the phrase because of the growing up part,” he said. But ¨ Fries are thicker cut, and come “bring your records” when being invited to no surprise, he was better at history than in both Classic and Cajun seasonings. Final Comparison to parties. he was in any other subject. He then went Expect to be overfilled. Both are extremely strong in what Mr. Cole wasn’t really into high school on to become the history teacher he is today. ¨ Their burgers come with double they do best. Five Guys is a bit more so he didn’t go to his Grad Night, but he “I think people from high school would patty with each patty being on the thick relaxed and allows far more options to went to Prom, which for them was held at be surprised that I’m a teacher,” said Mr. side. You must order a little version in what one can order, with a mess given Disneyland. He went with his good friend Cole, since he was always a quiet guy. order to receive one. when eating. Aimee, whom he had known since junior Mr. Cole was always a good kid; he ¨ Numerous condiments/toppings In-N-Out is strict and simple, almost high. took care of his mother and he never liked to choose from, ranging from the basic religiously so. With tradition taken to Mr. Cole was always in advanced to get in trouble. tomato and lettuce, to green peppers and heart, it’s unsurprising that the fan base classes. “Still to this day, I do not like getting A1 steak sauce. You must list what you is extremely loyal. “I was scared to get out of high school in trouble,” he said. want on your burger or else you’ll get a It all goes down to preference. They, basic patty melt. in my personal opinion, are equal in ¨ Wrapped hastily in tin foil and taste. It’s all in what kind of atmosphere served in a brown paper bag. you feel most comfortable in. From the Fond memories of teen ¨ Slightly more expensive starting bright and clean In-N-Out to the loud and at an average of $8-$9 dollars per person, peanut littered floor of Five Guys. The By Alfredo Perez “The craziest thing that I did will have including fries and a drink. choice is yours. Staff writer to be the time I told I mom I was going When Ms. Milly Madonna was 17 she camping with a friend, and her family to attended Nordhoff High School. San Onofre near San Diego. Truth was I “My favorite subject went with my boyfriend in high school was Eng- and friends, and had an lish, go figure,” said Ms. amazing time,” Ms Ma- Madonnna, a CI English donna said. teacher for the past 10 Madonna had a cou- years. ple best friends who were Ms. Madonna really close, but aren’t played softball. Her really that anymore. Her hobby was to chill with favorite place to hang out friends at the beach. was Oil Piers Beach. “When I was 17 “I will always re- my goals were to gradu- member how good it felt ate high school, and get to just be free to live, love along with my mom” Ms. and enjoy being young. Madonna added. That is something that “I was most defi- will always be on my nitely not the nerd type I mind,” Ms. Madonna don’t know… I partied, said. rebelled against most authority, and loved , loved, loved to enjoy life,” Ms. Madonna said.

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The Isle File, Channel Islands High’s student newspaper, is written and produced by the Writing for Publication class.

Editors: Tori Foster and Aylin Rodriguez; Photo Editor: Patricia Wrenn; Copy Editor: Myriam Akbar

Staff Members: Alex Aquino, Selena Arroyo, Jose Cortez, Karina Cortez, Liz Duran, Jennifer Figueroa, Linda Hernandez, Rosemary MacGarvey, Marisol Marron, Breanna Martin, Lilibeth Mireles, Andrew Orozco, Sacora Pankey, Alfredo Perez, Angelica Rojas, Sheridyn Talbert, Primo Tiongco and Mario Torres. Staff Advisor: Mr. John Grennan, Room 29

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By Alfredo Perez “My in- “All the wins all the success Staff writer spiration for was a team effort, and im glad I Salvador Perez, a junior goal- the season had the opportunity to have played ie for CIHS, views the boys’ soccer was to never with all of them.” Perez added. season as amazing, although it give up and In five years Perez sees him- didn’t end the way he wanted it to. keep my self playing pro or college soccer. Perez was an outstanding head up,” “Perez grew up to be a leader goalie through the CIF run. He Perez stated. when the team needed him the had three clean sheets, and pen- This most, he was just amazing this sea- alty blocks at some outstanding wasn’t Per- son,” said coach Francisco Salazar. sequences. ez’s first CIF Jesus Escobar, senior, added, When asked what was the final. Last “Perez had a lot of pressure on him highlight of the season, Perez year as sophomore got pulled up from the beginning of the season, responded by saying “The penalty and was on the team through the from everyone. I personally had shootout.” CIF run. Perez has a chance for high expectations for him this Perez blocked four penalties another final next year, and maybe season. in a row in the penalty shootout vs. just get lucky and take the final. “The season is over now and Palmdale in the semifinal. Perez’s season was one he Perez has surpassed my expecta- Perez through the whole sea- didn’t expect: the last minute pen- tions. He has proven himself to son had expectations of a CIF run, alty block, the penalty shootouts, me and the whole league that he’s and getting to the final was an the CIF final was just a dream the best goalie in the Pacific View expectation. season for him. League.” Javier Vasquez and Valo Barajas at the CIF Master’s meet. Vasquez battles his way to state By Primo Tiongco tling for years. Staff writer “I was hoping I would get Over the past few years, this far,” he said, “because I’ve our CI wrestling team has worked really hard and I’ve gone to CIF and beyond. This been wrestling for a pretty long year, senior Javier Vasquez did time.” exactly that winning the Pacific The State tournament was View League individual title at held in Bakersfield. Vasquez 182 pounds. won his first two matches, but From there he qualified then lost his next two matches for CIF Coastal Division tour- to be eliminated. nament, along with seven of Vasquez is a highly talented his teammates. Then Vazquez wrestler, and many of our fellow qualified for the CIF-Southern students look up to him. We Section Masters Meet. And asked him about a few of his from there the State Tourna- achievements through his time at Masters and State and how The Raiders celebrate Jesus Soto’s goal with a team hug. ment. “Getting to CIF, I knew it he accomplished them. wasn’t going to be too hard,” “When I wrestle, the things says Vasquez, “but getting to that run through my mind are Soccer’s successful season Masters was when it started like, what move can I do next?” getting challenging, because it When asked about his was only me and it was men- greatest memory of his entire Raiders fall in CIF final for second straight year tally hard.” journey, he went on to joke, Through all of the chal- “My greatest memory was when By Breanna Martin I was doing warm-ups at the “They are still hungry, but lenges the Masters offered, Staff writer Vasquez went on and placed State Championship and I farted Ending the season with a re- we are going to have to second in his division. He went and sneezed at the same time.” cord of 15-7-5, our boys’ varsity wait until next year.” 4-1, his only loss coming in Vasquez is an inspiring soccer team was unsure if they -- Coach Rogelio Juarez the finals. character in himself, making CI even qualified for CIF. However, But according to Vasquez, proud by getting this far but we it was just our luck that they quali- Masters wasn’t his prime goal: asked who inspired him and he boys fought, but El Rancho man- fied and ended off barely squeez- getting to State was the real simply stated, “I look up to Jona- aged to get two lucky shots and ing in with a wild card game goal. than Urango and Gabe Roman.” unfortunately two up on the score against Santa Ana Valley. Juarez Aguilar I’ve been to Masters, but Urango is a former CI wres- board. However, our Raiders came Sure enough our boys took getting to State was the real tler and Roman is one of CI’s quit, but in the end we were the out hungry second half and Luis that win with Luis Mottu, a junior challenge,” he said. assistant wrestling coaches. ones that had heart and gave it Juarez senior and captain managed pulled up from junior varsity, be- What motivated him to get Although Vasquez did not our all and look, we ended up with to put two in for Channel Islands. ing top scorer for that game. They that far and go to State was the place at state – he went 2-2 — great results.” Amazing as that it is Channel continued winning until they made fact that he has been in wres- Channel Islands is still proud to it to the final round in the CIF- For the second straight season Islands still came up short as El Southern Section championship and third time in five years, our Rancho managed to put one final game. very own Channel Islands boys’ goal in ending the game at a heart- All-Pacific View League They didn’t just win these soccer team lost in the CIF final. breaking 3-2. games, but came together as a However, each year the boys have Now that it is over and done Boys’ Basketball: Second Ordaz, Salvador Perez and team. In these final games they gotten closer and as Coach Rogelio with the seniors carry mixed emo- Team: Rolando Marighny Antonio Troncoso; Honorable truly played with heart, especially Juarez says, “They are still hungry, tions about the final results. and Greg Minier; Honorable Mention: Rogelio Solis and Mention: Robert Pacheco and Jesus Soto. junior goal keeper Salvador Perez. but we are going to have to wait Danny Aguilar, senior and until next year.” sweeper for the team, says, “It’s Jaymart Sabator. Girls’ Soccer: First Team: An- In the semifinal game against First Team: drea Rios; Second Team: Ma- In the final round our Raid- Girls’ Basketball: Palmdale the two teams ended up bitter sweet because we know Danielle Brown and Tiarah ria Gomez; Honorable Mention: in penalties. As scary as this was ers played an exceptional match we could have taken it all and Umu; Second Team: Lahni Rebecca Hernandez, Breanna for Channel Islands, Perez showed against El Rancho. Considering knowing that El Rancho took Salanoa and Leah Salani; Martin and Jackie Mata. no fear blocking four consecutive that EL Rancho was 26-2-1 and state makes it even more disap- Honorable Mention: Gabby Girls’ Water Polo: Second shots leading the Raiders to take also was making their third straight pointing.” Mendez and Heather Thomp- Team: Alexus Barreto; Honor- the win in penalties 6-5. appearance, winning the title in As for Captain Luis Juarez he son. able Mention: Cea Carungcong Luis Juarez says, ”A lot of 2011 and losing in last year’s Di- says, “Overall I feel good because Boys’ Soccer: First Team: and Miriam Guzman. people doubted that we were going vision 4 final Channel Islands did I feel accomplished and, yeah, it Daniel Aguilar and Luis to make it and even some players extremely well. was my last game, but we came so Juarez; Second Team: Josue didn’t have faith. They wanted to For the entire first half the far and I’m truly proud of myself