Sunday, May 31, 2009
last current event
so this dude got shot after church and reasoning seems to point at him being in charge of this abortion clinic in Kansas. crazy stuff if you ask me. i obvi don't agree with killing...who does? and this article really cranks the gears in my brain. i mean i guess people that take the extremes of issues are insane, but really how can you be fighting for pro-life and kill someone? the pieces jsut don't seem to come together for me on this one. I can just hope that society can learn from this and we don't see another incident like this one ever again.
last sr. post
so i worked 16 hrs. this weekend, 8-4 each day and even though some people might look at that as lame...i'm super tiredddd! i still have to finish laundry and pack my back pack but other than that i'm sleeping! uhm...yea so work is chill. right now i'm worried if i'll be able to stay with starbucks when i'm away. i'm keeping my fingers crossed but i figure if i can't it's not the end of the world. but i will miss the discount :)
Monday, May 25, 2009
memorial day weekend...
okay so I went to an Elephant Appreciation Day gig in Baltimore with some friends this weekend. Uber cool! At first I felt out of place with the goth, crazy looking people there, but I can not believe how much fun it was. Everyone was into the music, like hard core, and being apart of the mosh was crucial! :) haha so yea...now i'm catching up on hw, planning grad party stuff, and getting ready for another week. Graduation is in three weeks!!!!!
CE #3
EXIT EXAMS
To me, these numbers of people that are not meeting requirements in educational districts show just how important education really is to someone. It is crucial that our nation’s students are held to high standards and excel in the highest courses in order for us to compete in the global market. Many are now seeing even more educated students emerge from places like India and Russia. In order for the United States to stay on top, tests like Virginia’s Standard of Learning are very important. Although the tests are a pain to focus on at the end of the year, it is evident just how important they are in the education process. If they were not in place classes would not be made accountable for any material and in an even worse of a case, classes may just fool around all day. This is not what school districts want to see and these standardized test are a way to prevent this nonsense. So, with all the new competitors out there in the job field, it is ever so important that people value and really take seriously these exit exams. After all, your diploma is on the line.
peace out!
To me, these numbers of people that are not meeting requirements in educational districts show just how important education really is to someone. It is crucial that our nation’s students are held to high standards and excel in the highest courses in order for us to compete in the global market. Many are now seeing even more educated students emerge from places like India and Russia. In order for the United States to stay on top, tests like Virginia’s Standard of Learning are very important. Although the tests are a pain to focus on at the end of the year, it is evident just how important they are in the education process. If they were not in place classes would not be made accountable for any material and in an even worse of a case, classes may just fool around all day. This is not what school districts want to see and these standardized test are a way to prevent this nonsense. So, with all the new competitors out there in the job field, it is ever so important that people value and really take seriously these exit exams. After all, your diploma is on the line.
peace out!
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Herndon Optimist Scholarship Dinner
SENIOR BLOG #3
Last night I went to a scholarship acceptance dinner for the Herndon Optimist Club. It recognized the three college scholarship award winners (myself, Zach Leach, and Doug Berger) as well as the Educators of the Year for all the schools in the Herndon cluster. So, Mr. Martinez and the Herndon High School winners were in attendance as well. It was great to talk to the friendly, old, talkative members over dinner....haha made me appreciate all they do in our community. It lasted for three whole hours (SO LONG!) but was worth the money they are awarding me with. :) All in all, it's just one step closer to going off to college and I think i'm getting cold feet.
Last night I went to a scholarship acceptance dinner for the Herndon Optimist Club. It recognized the three college scholarship award winners (myself, Zach Leach, and Doug Berger) as well as the Educators of the Year for all the schools in the Herndon cluster. So, Mr. Martinez and the Herndon High School winners were in attendance as well. It was great to talk to the friendly, old, talkative members over dinner....haha made me appreciate all they do in our community. It lasted for three whole hours (SO LONG!) but was worth the money they are awarding me with. :) All in all, it's just one step closer to going off to college and I think i'm getting cold feet.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Senior Reflection
SIX FLAGS TRIP
Okay I don't understand why people do not want to go. The $55 that covers transportation, food, and the park entrance is a great deal. Plus, why would you not want to get out of school. I'm sure that when the school planned this they wanted it to be a bonding time before we left for the summer and school next year but it is turning into something almost against that idea. My peers are saying that it's lame, we'll be supervised, and I can't afford it with prom. I do agree with the last statement. There are a huge amount of expenses as one ventures into their senior year and I am totally feeling the crunch of prom costs, senior dues, yearbook, all night grad, and so much more. Thankfully my parents are being supportive. I just hope this trip turns out to be an awesome time and that I can come back and brag to those that were "too cool" to attend. :)
Okay I don't understand why people do not want to go. The $55 that covers transportation, food, and the park entrance is a great deal. Plus, why would you not want to get out of school. I'm sure that when the school planned this they wanted it to be a bonding time before we left for the summer and school next year but it is turning into something almost against that idea. My peers are saying that it's lame, we'll be supervised, and I can't afford it with prom. I do agree with the last statement. There are a huge amount of expenses as one ventures into their senior year and I am totally feeling the crunch of prom costs, senior dues, yearbook, all night grad, and so much more. Thankfully my parents are being supportive. I just hope this trip turns out to be an awesome time and that I can come back and brag to those that were "too cool" to attend. :)
CE: On Mall, a Sight at the Museum
My article this week focused on the new premiere of Night at the Museum's sequel. It is said to be a big box office hit so it will be interesting to see how the public takes it. The series opener brought in huge numbers and really showed what good sales are. In totally it brought in about $575 million back in 2007.
Here in DC the fans, paparazi, and stars were all present and excited for the production. Since it was held at the Smithsonian Institute, great precautions were taken so that nothing like in the movie actually played out. :) This series seems to be a favorite for all ages.
Here in DC the fans, paparazi, and stars were all present and excited for the production. Since it was held at the Smithsonian Institute, great precautions were taken so that nothing like in the movie actually played out. :) This series seems to be a favorite for all ages.
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