The EAGLE’S EYE Trumbull High School - 72 Strobel Road - Trumbull, CT 06611 February 28th, 2020 Issue No. 3 came from Camila Cabello who Abigail Clark ‘22 sang her new song “First Man,” EE Staff Writer GRAMMY Awards 2020 which was about her father. Home videos played on From Billie Eilish the stage and she had her father breaking the record of being choked up as she came down to the youngest artist to win all him, holding his hand and singing three major awards in one night from the heart. to stars honoring the late Kobe Ariana Grande did not Bryant through song and speech, let down with her phenomenal the 62nd GRAMMY Awards presentation of “Imagine” and were full of excitement, tears, “7 Rings” with a little snippet of and breathtaking moments. “My Favorite Things.” Finishing Starting off the night, off , she sang her hit song “Thank host Alicia Keys began: “We’d U, Next.” Although she had many never imagined in a million nominations, Ariana did not take years we’d have to start the home any awards that night. show like this,” referring to The real winner and Kobe Bryant, a former NBA record breaking performer of the legend, who died earlier that day night was Billie Eilish who won in a tragic plane crash along with fi ve awards, four of which were his 13 year old daughter Gianna. the biggest awards including Best In addition, to a beauti- New Artist, Song and Album of ful remembrance song sung by the Year. Alicia Keys and Boyz II Men, “I’m not one to watch many other stars recognized the awards shows but I think this year death of an amazing basketball was really special,” said Trum- player and man. bull High student Neya Kidambi. Lizzo opened the show Photo courtesy of CNet “I was so excited to see Billie by singing two of her hit songs Urban Contemporary. She won tremely emotional performance to the tune of Lewis Capaldi’s win because I think she really “Cuz I Love You” and “Truth three of her eight nominations. had the room in tears and ap- “Someone You Loved.” While deserves it.” Hurts.” She had the whole audi- Throughout the night plauding her moving comeback. talking to the audience and get- Along with her incred- ence in applause and singing there were many more amazing Along with Alicia Keys’ ting them into the music, it was a ible wins, she gave a stunning along to her incredibly catchy performances especially when moving tribute, she also sang great performance to really kick performance of her song “When songs. Lizzo took away three Demi Lovato took the stage an entertaining song about the start the night of entertainment. the Party’s Over” with her brother awards that night; Best Pop Solo for the fi rst time since her drug importance of music in our lives, Another incredible act and writing partner Finneas. Performance, Best Traditional overdose in 2018 performing her the GRAMMY’s, and the incred- R&B Performance, and Best debut single “Anyone.” Her ex- ible stars in our era of music School Lunches Neya Kidambi ‘22 Annika Haakonsen ‘20 the general speculations that had EE Features Editor Half-Time Extravaganza EE Contributor provided a base for the study. The On Sunday, February 2, the The set list was a perfect com- “I think J Lo is an inspiration Ever since First Lady research also found that despite not Super Bowl LIV 2020 aired bination of her singing talents, and for women everywhere, especially Michelle Obama’s healthy school- liking the school lunches, students on televisions nationwide, and also demonstrated her talent in considering her ability to execute lunch initiatives were set into saw the school lunch options as while some watched the game for dancing and stage performance. a showstopping performance at motion back in the early 2010s, being relatively healthy. So, what football, some watched for the ad- The special eff ects drew atten- the age of 50,” said junior Mishka school lunch menus across the did this contradiction mean, and vertisements. But the Eagle’s Eye tion to her, making the audience Kapoor. country have been adjusted to why was this additional finding staff enjoyed the iconic halftime unable to take their eyes off her. Lopez’s inclusion of “Mi Gente” provide better meal choices signifi cant? show the most. “I was disappointed that the was a noteworthy ode to her La- for their students. Upon further consid- This year’s halftime show fea- performance for Waka Waka tina heritage, similar to Shakira’s The initiatives were put eration, this may be largely tured two shows, spanning over wasn’t more than a few seconds incorporation of “Chantaje”. By in place to battle childhood obe- due to an increase in healthy a 15-minute time period. Well- because it’s my favorite song,” presenting their heritage hand- sity and promote healthier eating school-lunch initiatives. known artists Jennifer Lopez and said freshman Julia Wilkinson. in-hand with their passion for habits. However, it is a popular According to findings Shakira performed, separately at Next, Jennifer Lopez per- performing, they created a very belief among students that, despite gathered from large-scale profes- fi rst, before blowing the audience formed, wowing the audience special connection with their fans the initiative’s good intentions, the sional studies, many nation-wide away with a spectacular joint per- as she showcased her singing and promoted diversity. quality of the food provided by healthy lunch initiatives have the formance. Shakira began the show abilities. J Lo is often known All in all, the Super Bowl this school cafeterias has decreased, ability to infl uence what a student with a musical medley of her most for her talents in acting, but her year was truly incomplete without along with the variety of options. believes constitutes a “good” famous hits, including “She Wolf” singing and dancing expertise this wonderful display of talent by Due to these changes, many specu- versus a “healthy” lunch. In other and “Hips Don’t Lie”. were given a spotlight at the 2020 both of these strong female role late that students no longer enjoy words, a student may view a health- Super Bowl. models. eating school lunches. ier lunch as one of lower quality. Students in the Trumbull If anything, the fi ndings High School commons and senior illustrated that despite whether a lounge were surveyed and research student views the off ered options as conducted through an in-school “healthy,” they may not be inclined study attempting to address these to like the options provided. Why questions: Are high schoolers more does this matter? These lunches or less inclined to eat lunches pro- may be conditioning students to vided by the school? And, why is associate healthier foods with a that inclination? worse level of satisfaction, there- The ultimate fi nding of fore deterring students from fi nding my study was that a majority of healthier meals more enjoyable. To THS students do indeed eat school avoid this from progressing, we lunches. Additionally, of those must consider how to instill better students, a majority tend to agree meal habits in students through that school lunches are not of over- the introduction of more enjoyable Photo courtesy ENews all good quality. This challenged menu options. 2 News The Eagle’s Eye February 28th, 2020 Issue No. 3 Lansing Leads the Way for the Rho Kappa Ask Amy History Honors Society they have received, and finally an talking to me about how excited Dear Amy, Kathryn Wilkinson ’20 essay describing why they were they are to join the honors society I feel like I completely wasted the February long weekend, EE News/Science/Tech Editor and this isn’t the only time I’ve felt that I’ve wasted my time off. I interested in joining the society soon. I hope they can continue to and what they could possibly pass along the torch.” spend most of my free time on my phone, using social media and Trumbull High School playing video games. When I look back on the weekend, I feel as is proud to announce the begin- contribute by being a member. To maintain membership, The inaugural class of inductees must also meet a com- if I did absolutely nothing. It’s especially hard in the winter since ning of a new honors society, Rho I can’t go outside as often. How can I find worthwhile things to Kappa. The Rho Kappa National thirty-six seniors were admitted munity service requirement of ten to the society. The first meeting hours per year. This is encouraging occupy my time? There’s not many things that I really enjoy. And Social Studies Honor Society is how can I stop myself when I go into “cyber mode”? the only organization developed was held on Monday, February students to take their passion for to provide national recognition 10th. Important information about history out into the community, the society, such as requirements by volunteering at places such as Thanks, to high school seniors for their The Phone Fanatic outstanding achievements and to remain in good standing, were the Trumbull Historical Society. relayed to the students. All of the “The community service superior performance in history Dear Phone Fanatic, throughout their secondary educa- new members were enthusiastic requirement is encouraging stu- about being a part of the honors dents to leave an impact beyond It’s hard to keep track of time when you get lost in the tion. digital world, but there are a few things you can do to make your The idea to bring this society, and excited about the rest the walls of THS.