Volume 3, Issue 16 Pelham High School, Pelham, GA November 22, 2013

2013 BUZZ Staff Amanda Curtis, Bethany Doss, Welcome to PHS, Mr. Harvey Jaquan Green, Whitney Harrell, Heather Hogan, Sherry Lammons, If you have not noticed, there is a new face on the campus of PHS. Although we are sad Mrs. Warren Rebecca Latham, KeyOndra Rob- relocated to Pelham Elementary School, we are excited Mr. Harvey is with us at the high school. He, inson, Dashiki Ross, Nikeya Rus- too, is excited to be here and says it is a great new experience for him. He enjoys guiding and forming sell, Darian Woods, Jr. structure in the lives of children and teenagers. He feels as a male role model, he can make a differ- Carrie Nobles–Editor ence in the lives of his students. In addition, Mr. Harvey’s passion is coaching because it gives him a Mrs. Meg Whigham–Teacher chance to show and teach the players what he has learned throughout his years of playing basketball. What he likes the most about teaching and coaching is the excitement the students have in their eyes when they have learned something he has taught 11/18- Yovani Albarran, Chelsea them. When he is not at school, he can be found Singleton, Christopher Woods spending time with his family, cooking, grilling, 11/20—Janita Davenport playing cards, and texting. He has a very close family 11/21—Alexus Williams and is the youngest of four. Mr. Harvey graduated 11/22—Y’Nesia , Re- from Albany Tech College in 2008 where he majored ginald Holloway, Monica Mash in Early Childhood Education. He now attends (ASU) Ashford State University, and has only four more 11/23—Caleb Cameron, Hunter classes to complete before he achieves his Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Mr. Harvey Brock says great teachers and administrators inspired him to becoming an educational instructor. His goal is to make an average student become an over achiever and make a gifted student push beyond even the highest expectations. PHS is fortunate to add Mr. Harvey to its staff of exceptional teachers.

Inside this issue: If you would like to receive a copy Boston Butt Fundraiser Interview Don’ts 2 of The Buzz through email, contact Support the football team by 2nd Chance 2 Mrs. Whigham— ordering your Boston Butt today. [email protected] Contact any football player, coach Seniors—Are You Ready 2 or [email protected] or Mrs. Carroll for more infor- SAT/ACT 3 mation The Boston Butts will be Thanksgiving Holidays Nov. 27-29 ready for delivery on Monday Neha Patel—Culture 3 Enjoy the time off with your family and and/or Tuesday just in time for

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Five Things to NOT Do When Being Interviewed Seniors, Are You Ready for Life Beyond PHS? Do not use terms such as “I’m a problem solver “ and “I’m a team player” Saying this will never get you recognized because interviewers hear it all the time. Never say “I don’t have any weaknesses” Everyone has weaknesses. The point of the question is not about how weak you are; it is about your honesty and self-awareness. Do not give answers that are too short or too long The best answers are 1-2 minutes long. Do not ask “What’s in it for me” Asking questions like this is an instant turn-off. Do not look at your resume This is a sign of either being nervous, you are ready to get out of the interview, or you have fabricated something. SAT & ACT Testing Dates

2nd Chance Animal Rescue SAT Every Animal Derserves a Second Chance at Test Date: Register By: Late Register By: Happiness 12/7/13 11/8/13 11/22/13 1/25/14 12/27/13 1/10/14 Here at Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR), we accept pets regardless of their situation and see them through until 3/8/14 2/7/14 2/21/14 we find them an adoptive home. 5/3/14 4/4/14 4/18/13 6/7/14 5/9/14 4/23/14 SCAR was started by a few employees of the Animal Medical Center in Cairo, Georgia. We as care givers began to take in these animals and give them the vaccinations and medical care they needed; the funding was out of our pockets. We ACT came together and created Second Chance Animal Rescue. Now we are asking our animal loving friends to help us in our Test Date: Register Date: Late Register By: mission to save the lives of these dear animals that love us all 12/14/13 11/8/13 11/9-22/13 unconditionally! 2/8/14 1/10/14 1/11-24/14

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Senior Lunch

Meet George Senior lunch at La Casa Maya has been moved to next Tuesday W. and Josey– before seniors get out for Thanksgiving break. Both available You will need to turn in all orders and money for adoption. th before Monday, November 25 . See KeyOndra The Buzz Page 2 Robinson for more information. Trending Topic of the Week Quote of the Week Interesting Fact of the Week @___monroedoll I’m ready for #Thanksgiving or what- Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you Students who regularly ever. were to live forever.”― Mahatma Gandhi consume chocolate milk in schools can gain an @rip_dyekool my mama cooking good for Game of the Week additional 5 pounds over #Thanksgiving the course of a school year. –Uber facts In 2014, the new Tom Clancy game, The Division, @lovelyasw going out of town for #Thanksgiving will be coming out. What better way to get into the Song of the Week videogame spirit than replaying the old games? Tom Unapologetic Album Unique Culture—Neha Patel Clancy’s Rainbow Six Vegas 2 was released March 18, 2008 and it is still one of the all-time favorites! “” Neha Patel is a PHS sophomore student with Rihanna’s song “What now” was released a very unique culture. Her culture consists The game focusses in November 2012. Ratings for the song of several different beliefs, traditions, and on killing habits. She says it’s all based on her religion increased daily and they still do. Rihanna is terrorists Hinduism, originating from India. All sorts a very popular artist among many people. and saving of different foods are served from things like Even though the song was released last hostages pani puri, khichdi, rotli, etc. Those are just a year, the video was not. With high demand from dan- few common dishes. India is known for its from many of spices. Their dress code is very unique and ger. Not only is the game itself difficult, addictive, and fun, but the graphics are also wondrously de- her viewers, different compared to the U.S. They usually signed. If you have not already purchased this game, like to Rihanna has w e a r you are missing out! finally released t h i n g s Instagram Pic of the Week a video to coordinate with the song. In the that are video, it shows Rihanna acting out from all b r i g h t the different sorts of emotions that continue a n d to spread through her body since she does s t a n d not know how to deal with the pain. Many o u t . N e h a people can relate! Not only were the view- w e a r s ers ready for the “What Now” video premi- l o n g ere, but according to Rihanna’s personal dresses tweets, she also anticipated the freeing of w i t h the video to the world. leggings accompanied with a scarf. In their culture, holidays are celebrated with much enthusiasm involving different dances, cloth- Three Fun Thanksgiving Facts ing, and music. They greet each other by smiling and saying “Jay Swaminarayan” The First Thanksgiving Likely Served which is just a common word for “Hey”or Up Deer – Not Turkey “Hello.” Senior Shawnee Fenton kisses farewell to her beloved show pig at her last show. Every Year, The President Pardons A Turkey Movie of the Week— Snoopy Has Been In The Thanksgiving Parade Longer Than Any : Catching Fire Other Balloon Trailer - Photos - IMDb 2hr 26min - Rated PG-13 - Action/Adventure/Scifi/Fantasy/Suspense/Thriller Director: Francis Lawrence - Cast: , Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson The Buzz Page 3 Hornet Spotlight—Shondreka Jackson and Lorenzo Jackson

This week’s Hornet Spotlight shines brightly on PHS Senior Shondreka This week’s Hornet Spotlight also shines brightly on PHS Senior Lorenzo Jackson. When this Hornet is not hustling on the basketball court for the Jackson. When this Hornet is not found on the PHS football field or wrestling Lady Hornets, you can find her being a on the mat, you can find him striving to be an dynamic member of the FBLA and avid member of the Fellowship of Christian WBL. Shondreka has partaken in the Athletes. Lorenzo has participated in football Lady Hornet basketball team all throughout his high school career, wrestled throughout her high school career, and with the Hornets in 9th-11th grade and has has participated as a member of the been a member of the FCA in 10th-12th FBLA and WBL her junior and senior grade. Apart from school, Lorenzo likes to years. When she is not focusing on her spend quality time with his family. He thor- academics, she loves to spend time oughly enjoys throwing the football and with her two younger sisters, as well playing basketball with his little brothers. as her boyfriend. Shondreka’s advice Lorenzo is also known for helping anyone in need and being a great mentor to to younger Hornets is to focus on grades throughout high school because the younger generations. Lorenzo names Coach John Sirmon as his favorite the importance of your grades starts as soon as you enter high school and teacher. He says Coach Sirmon has been by his side from the moment he first will follow you until the end of your senior year. Shondreka names Mrs. became a teacher here at PHS. He has strived to show Lorenzo the correct way Whigham as her favorite teacher because she has always made learning and guided him on the true path to graduating. Lorenzo’s advice to younger interesting and refuses to allow any willing student to fail. She also states Hornets is, “Do everything in your best power to pass all of your classes and that Mrs. Whigham has always strived to lead her in the right direction. After always give one-hundred percent in everything you choose to do.” After high high school, Shondreka plans on attending Southwest Georgia Tech to re- school, Lorenzo aspires to attend Shorter University to pursue his dream in ceive a degree in nursing. Good luck, Shondreka! building a career in criminal justice. Good luck, Lorenzo!

Wrestling Match On Tuesday, November 19th, the Hornets host- ed a wrestling match in the Pelham High School Gymnasium against the Bainbridge Bearcats. The winners on the wrestling team were Tyler McDonald, Austin Sharp, Austin Waters, and Britt Scarbrough. There were only two rounds held during this wrestling match. Each participant won at least one match. Coach Taylor stated, “Everyone did a great job, and we know what we have to improve on.” The Hornets took a tough loss against the Bearcats, but everyone is now looking to the next match. Come out and support the Hornets on Tuesday, November 26, when they go up against the Americus-Sumter Panthers. The Buzz Page 4