‘Mr. Spartan’ The ‘SIP’s Coffee’ Bluffer Pages 3 Page 4 Volume CXXI Issue 10 March 13, 2020 Serving Red Bluff High School since 1901 Mardi Gras Pickeball competes for charity tennis players who cannot move Traditionally, in New Orleans, only accommodate 1 6 team, stated that “Mrs. Palubeski Milca Valladeres Trent Kitchell around the court as they used to. there are “Krewes” which are players, 4 players p e r has an infectious enthusiasm Staff Writer Staff Writer Here at Red Bluff High basically clubs and organizations krewe. Once I have 16, t h e for pickleball and she has been You may be asking yourself, School, Mrs. Palubeski has taken that get together to celebrate. tournament is closed.” very patient in teaching several “What is Pickleball?”. Pickleball initiative to create a tournament Many will also fund-raise This year, “the f o u r staff members the game.” is becoming one of the more that donates the winnings to the during this time for a cause.” krewes were “Krewzin’ f o r Another participant, Stacy popular sports of the era. It is champion team and from there, Many people may not know a Bruzin”, “School Dausse, said “I stepped outside an easy sport to get your friends to whoever or whichever cause about this tournament or how to Krewe”, “Loose Krewe Balls” my box, met some new people, out and go play all while getting they would like to support. and “Krewp Therapy”. and had fun with those I usually a fun Palu-beski exclaims This year the winning k r e w e only see in a work setting.” work- “We have was the out in. celebrated “ S c h o o l Pick- t h i s K r e w e ” leball is particular that chose a sport tourn- the “Back play-ed ament the to School with a weekend Project” as pad- b e f o r e their cause. dle and M a r d i T h e perf- Gras.” k r e w e r a t e d H e r consisted poly- rationale of Jody m e r Photo Credits/ Bluffer for having Johnson, this event Margaret b a l l Pictured left is John Keeth who had the most points for the tourney. a l o n g at this Gambetta, with a miniature court resembling particular time was because T o m Second time player and Teacher, Stacy Dausee hits the ball with ease and grace for the win. the one used in tennis. Pickleball “I used to teach French and Jody Johnson, a high scorer, pauses to talk with Mrs. Palubeski. exhibits elements from tennis, celebrating Mardi Gras Tranbarger, and Merry Even though this tournament badminton, and table tennis. was one of my favorite things get involved and Palubeski stated Catron. They were a b l e has concluded, you may The small size court makes to do. Now that I no longer that “I post an announcement to donate over $600. want to start brushing up on it easy for anyone of all ages teach French, my outlet for and players contact me. This Margaret Gambetta, a your skills for the next time to play, especially for former celebrating went to Pickleball. particular tournament can member of the winning this event comes around. Admin looks to hire new staff CAASPP testing are planning on making the teaching So whatever the case may be, they Milca Valladeres experience here at the high s c h o o l are happy to find anyone, whether Staff Writer great! they are beginning their teaching at Associate Principal, the high school or have taught before. begins for juniors Although we’re sad to see teaching Wendy Drury, stated Principal Rich Hassay, Human come to an end for many teachers that the application process for Resource Director Karen Borror and When asked why students here at Red Bluff High School, we are new teachers ends on March 8th. Associate Principal Ryan Verycrusse Nelly Navarrete should want to participate in the looking forward to seeing new faces They plan to do a paper screening attended a job fair at Chico State Staff Writer standardized testing, Mike Fox, next year! The school is hoping to attract candidates C.A.A.S.P.P. testing or the the testing coordinator for the high planning on finding new for the open positions. Courtesy Photo California Assessment of Student school, informed us that the school teachers who overall There’s also a possibility Performance and Progress, is will be holding a raffle for prizes follow the School Motto. of moving a several teachers starting on March 30th. The first that they do every year to encourage They want people who are who are not retiring next week will be mathematics testing participation and growth. This year Committed, Accountable, year to different areas or from March 30th to April 3rd. they will be giving out a laptop, Responsible, and take over certain teaching April 6th to 9th will be English tablet, and wireless headphones. Enthusiastic. departments. and April 21st to April 24th Fox also included students Red Bluff High School The good thing is that will be testing for the sciences. should not only participate for is looking to hire music, the school is looking at These tests are all for freshmen, these rewards but to prove to science, art, history, a wide range of diverse however the science test are themselves what they know and SPED and ELD teachers. teachers with all different also for sophomores and any what they are capable of. According Many of these positions backgrounds to be a part of seniors that have not taken it. to Fox, it should be a personal are vacant due to teachers Red Bluff High School. The school is also offering A.C.T accomplishment because, “In life retiring, but the school has Drury stated that it’s sad and S.A.T testing. A.C.T testing that’s all that really matters.” also been experiencing to see people who you’ve worked with for so long to will be April 4th, starting at 8:00 Mike Fox wants everyone to increasing enrollment in Mr. Hassay, Mrs. Borror, and Mr. Verycrusse are all smiles at the Chico State job fair. a.m., so students must register know, “In general, as a school, we the past few years. leave, but it’s also exciting online by March 13th. The A.C.T are working hard to improve our The district is also afterwards, which is a process knowing that there will be test also includes social science. scores to truly show how great a hiring two admin positions. The where the applications are evaluated new additions to the school. The S.A.T testing will be April place Red Bluff High truly is.” current principal at Salisbury High by various staff members by their process can almost be described as 3rd, but students must register Both the English and math School, Barb Thomas, is retiring this future respective department. These “bittersweet.” five weeks in advance. Some departments are trying to improve year, so the district is looking to hire teachers will decide who passes the Therefore, be prepared to see some specific goals for the school are the scores from the previous years. someone for her position. Red Bluff paper screening and the interviews new faces here at Red Bluff High that students perform at their This year, science will also be High School is also looking to add a for the prospective teachers will School next year! In the meantime, best level and show growth from tested. The science department new admin position that will oversee begin for the next school year. enjoy the last few months with a few their 8th grade scores, as this has been working hard to align the athletics and the CTE programs. They also plan to find amazing of the teachers who are leaving us in will reflect how well Red Bluff their curriculum to the new Of course either way, they are professors whether it’s teachers with the next year, and make sure their High prepares their students. federal and CA State Standards. simply trying to find people who years of experience or first year staff. last year here is a great one!. Talent Show ASB Officer Elections ASVA B • The Talent show will be held on • The ASB Officer Election Week • The ASVAB test will be held on Wednesday March 25, from 7:00 will be March 16-20, 2020. Friday, March 20, from 8:00 to p.m. to 8:00 pm. in the PAC. Voting will be held on Friday, 12:00 p.m. March 20. Opinions Page 2 March 13, 2020 Voting Importance... hen one sees or hears the word ‘civics’, most people draw a blank. Some (if the 2016 election and the last four years in American history, one that some millennial they’re old enough) may remember the term from high school, but civics, voters don’t wish to see happen again. The problem is, the 2016 election was nothing new for Wthe study of the rights and duties as a citizen, in general is an understated the US; the majority of eligible voters in America don’t vote. In other countries like Belgium topic in public education. A crash course on government and economics is extremely and South Korea, voter turnout is over 80%, and on election day, voters are given time off beneficial, but the people receiving it are on the tail-end of their education and childhood.