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SHOW OR SHUN The new MTV series, Skins, has received much criticism for containing inappropriate content. Flip the pages to find out more. Please see page 5. FACEBOOK FAD Want a fast way to get rid of your clothes and make some extra cash? See how some students are selling clothes on Facebook. Please see page 8. WORTH THE WATCH Is The Eagle worth spending the money for tickets? Turn the pages to read the movie review and decide for youself. Please see page 9.

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WINTER ROUNDUPS With another successful season, it is time again to wrap up the winter sports scores, records, and achievements. Please see page 11.

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Chaparral Middle School Opens New Gymnasium with Ceremony

The construction of Chaparrals gymnasium was made possible by measures S and Y. These measures concerning modernization projects were passed in 2007. Prisca Kim Staff Writer Chaparral Middle School held the grand opening of their gymnasium on Thursday, February 10, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Walnut Valley Unified School District held a ribbon cutting ceremony during the grand opening. The afternoon started off with a reception and a performance by the Chaparral Electric String Ensemble, which led into the ribbon cutting ceremony. Ron Thibodeaux, Chaparrals principal, gave a welcoming speech. Presentations were given by the City of Diamond Bars mayor pro tem Ling-Ling Chang, WVUSD superintendent Dean Conklin, WVUSD board president Cindy Ruiz, and assemblyman Hagmans representative Sherry Roldan. During this time, attendees walked and looked around the gym. Then, Chaparrals Wind Ensemble performed five pieces led by the Chaparral band and musical theater director, Leslie [Please see PRESENT on page 3]

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Sing Sang Sung... Seniors Kaitlyn McCown, Josh Viloria, and Nieman Gatus (left to right) and pianist Jeremy Calimbas performs a piece during the event. Stephanie Cota

Black Student Union Presents Annual Apollo Night in the DBHS Theater
SHOWCASE: The BSU officers judged the contestants and decided who would perform. Those who did not make it still had the chance to showcase their talents at the lunch rallies . Stephanie Cota Staff Writer The show began at 7 p.m. and lasted until 9 p.m. Apollo Night has become a kids talent show where high school students come in to showcase their talent, explained BSU advisor Jill Santana. She added, Its student-run. I help advise them but really [the BSU members] run Apollo Night. Every year, Apollo Night is held in order to fundraise money to help a special cause. This year, BSU raised money to help prevent human trafficking. The event showcased a variety of talents that included dancing and singing. There were also band performances by Excuse My French and Vice Versa. Mariah Wilson from Dreamgirls guest starred at the event. It was really stressful getting everything ready and getting everything together, but Im definitely proud of the way the event went. We raised a lot of money for our cause, human trafficking, so Im really happy with that, stated senior vice president Rachel Scott. Auditions to be in the event were held on Tuesday, February 1, and Thursdays, February 3 and 10. Those who did not make it still had the chance to showcase

VERSE: Presale tickets for the game are $7 per person and $10 at the door. Presale will end on Tuesday, March 8. Tickets can be purchased from members of various clubs on campus. Rachel Halpert Asst. Sports Editor Diamond Bar High Schools boys basketball program will be hosting its first annual celebrity basketball game in the DBHS gymnasium on Wednesday, March 9, at 6 p.m. The game will feature members of the DBHS staff playing against the Hollywood Knights Celebrity Basketball Team, which is made up of a

DBHS Staff Members to Students Attend Peer Compete with Celebrities Counselings DB Forum
variety of celebrity volunteers from modern pop culture. The starting line-up for the staff team includes teachers Christian Calero, Ryan Maine, Ty Watkins, assistant coach Henry Friarson, and Assistant Principal John Terry. [This event] should be a lot of fun and its for a good cause. It will be fun playing with all of the other teachers, commented Maine. DBHSs team will be coached by teachers Latitia Thomas and Shari DeCambra. Lauren Osajima-Baird will serve as the team trainer for the game. Presale tickets are $7 per person and $10 at the door. Tickets can be purchased from members of various clubs on campus, such as the varsity boys basketball program, Future Business Leaders of America, and any of the four Class Committees. All proceeds will benefit DBHS and the boys basketball program. The event is sponsored by Los Angeles radio station 102.7 KIIS Frequency Modulation. KIIS FM will be hosting a luncheon on Friday, March 4, during lunch to play music, promote the game, and sell tickets. Thomas commented, This is a great idea. It seems to be extremely organized.

Black Student Union held their eighth annual Apollo Night in the Diamond Bar High School theater on Friday, February 25.

their talents at the lunch rallies. There was also a small showing of performances for donations at Starbucks. Junior Sabrina Bawa commented, I would like to thank BSU for giving us the opportunity [to perform]. I think the thing that they are doing is for a good purpose, and at the end they remind us that we are all coming together for the opportunity to give to others.

RunWalk and FunRun Fundraiser to be Held

JOG: The entry fee to participate in the event for adults is $25 each, while the fee for students under 18 years of age is $15 each. The children entry fee is $10 each. Justin Park Contributing Staff Writer Walnut Valley Educational Foundation will be hosting its second annual Walnut Valley Unified School District 5-Kilometer RunWalk and 1-Kilomenter FunRun at Diamond Bar High School on Sunday, March 6, at 8 a.m. The event is expected to provide significant financial support for various curriculums offered in the Walnut Valley Unified School District such as academics, athletics, performing arts, and technology. We cleared $58,000 last year. We divided [the money] among schools according to student enrollment. I hope we double the amount [this year], commented Walnut Elementary School Principal Janet Green. During the 5K run, students and adults will be completing a 3.1-mile course around the surrounding areas of DBHS. The route begins on the track

inside the DBHS campus and circulates the neighborhood through local streets including Pathfinder Road, Diamond Bar Boulevard, and Cold Spring Lane. The race concludes once the runners return to the starting line on the track field. The fundraiser began in 2010, when Green, DBHS Track Coach Neal Desai, and other district officials came together to organize a familyoriented fundraising event. With the support of the City Council members of Diamond Bar and [Please see RAISE on page 3]

Share because you care... Participants gather around in circles to express their inner feelings. Stephanie Cota EXPRESS: The event began and races to come together, They also played a variety with opening activities and break down barriers, and share of games and activities. One games where students had the about their lives with other of the many activities included opportunity to share personal students. a game named If You Really experiences that are still I think its really great Knew Me Well.In this activity, affecting their lives. because you get to meet new students shared about the people and talk about what you problems they faced, how they Ashley Ahn really feel, expressed freshman dealt with them, and what effect Feature Editor Hannah Choe. it had on their lives. Peer Counseling held The attendees were Peer Counseling Advisor its 11th annual Diamond Bar separated into smaller groups Sandra Davis commented, I am Forum in the Diamond Bar High where they took part in activities very impressed with the level of School gymnasium on February and group discussions. It was maturity and compassion the 28, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m,. eye-opening to see people going kids showed each other and DB Forum is an opportunity through the same problems as I hope that everyone walked for DBHS students from all you, explained senior Kiana away with an eye-opening different backgrounds, cliques, Ghassemi. experience.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

On Target
CAHSEE, WE CAN SEE Hey sophomores, listen up! The California High School Exit Exam is coming your way. Brush up on your math formulas, reading comprehension, and writing skills to pass the test with flying colors. However hard you study, do not forget to get your sleep and eat your breakfast, they will be extremely beneficial when taking the test! CAHSEE is on Tuesday, March 8 and Wednesday, March 9. SPRING FORWARD, FALL BACK Although you might be groaning about losing an hour of your sleep, look on the bright side, there is more time to play in the warmth of the beautiful sun! So, make sure you remember to set your clock one hour ahead, get out of bed, and enjoy the beautiful day! The time is yours to spend it on all your favorite activities. Daylight Savings Time starts Sunday, March 13. TOP OF THE MORNIN TO YA Make the little leprechauns proud and do not forget to wear green to show off your Irish pride for the upcoming holiday! If anyone forgets, you have permission to pinch them for forgetting. Also, remember to look at the end of the rainbow because you might just strike the jackpot and bring home some gold! It might just be your lucky day. St. Patricks Day is on Thursday, March 17. EYE-BAGS BE GONE With two late starts coming up, it is the perfect time to struggle in bed for an extra hour. Spend this extra time with friends or use the additional hour to study. As everyone knows, more sleep produces better productivity in school! Use these two days to your full advantage! Late Start is on Tuesday, March 15, and Tuesday, March 29. WHOS GOT SPIRIT WE GOT SPIRIT Here is something for everyones inner spirit-warriors: Spirit Week is just around the corner! This week is your time to show off all of your school spirit. Youll get to dress up as a nerd and pick another person to be your twin! You will even be able to choose to show off your college pride with College Day! Spirit Week is from Monday, March 21 to Friday, March 25.

Justo Lamas Performs in the DBHS Theater

SING-A-LONG: Tickets were sold from Monday, February 7, to Friday, February 11, during lunch in room 286. Tickets were offered in all the Spanish classes as well. Michelle Lee Asst. Business Manager Diamond Bar High Schools Spanish Club hosted its third annual Justo Lamas Concert in the DBHS theater on Wednesday, February 23, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The concert was part of Lamas 2011 to 2012 tour, Lo Mejor de Mi. In the past years, we usually had full houses. This year were expecting the same, if not better, said senior Keith Sakata, the President of Spanish Club. Lamas is an Argentinean singer who tours and performs concerts in many schools in the United States. He was introduced to DBHS Spanish teacher Chris Buccola in 1998. During the concert, Lamas sang songs such as De Colores, Eres T, Siempre Por Siempre, and La Bamba. Lamas also incorporated interactive activities such as a soccer competition and a Spanish tongue twister contest. A number of students were picked from the audience to participate in the activities. The

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Say what you need to say... Sophomore Eric Song participates in a tongue twister competition. Diana Romero winner of each activity received a copy of Justo Lamas compact disc. He also gave out an autographed inflated soccer ball. Lamas also danced and sang with students from the DBHS All Male Dance Crew, the Taurian Company, and Vice Versa. Five selected singers auditioned to sing along with Lamas. I was one of the participants in an activity and I thought [the concert] was really exciting because [Justo] really got us into it. He really makes [us] feel like were all part of [the concert], commented sophomore Katharina Miyoshi. The concert also featured a video clip about Lamas retirement from his career. In the video clip, Lamas mentioned another singer named Ennio Emmanuel that will be taking his place after he retires. I will keep singing. Im not going to tour as much as I do right now, but I want to do a few shows in small places. I just want to be relaxed and be with my kids, explained Lamas. The event was opened to the public, but most of the attendees were students taking Spanish as their foreign language course in DBHS. I found [the concert] very exciting! Justo was energetic and his songs were very enjoyable, commented junior Sean Wang. He added, I loved how he connected with the people in the audience. After the performance, attendees had the opportunity to meet Lamas, take pictures with him, and purchase merchandise sold at a table in the theater. Lamas books, CDs, postcards, posters, and t-shirts were sold by Spanish Club members. Spanish Club promoted the concert by painting posters and selling tickets to students in Spanish classes. They started preparing for the concert in January. Tickets were sold from Monday, February 7, to Friday, February 11, during lunch in room 286. Tickets were offered in all the Spanish classes as well. They were $13 for nonSpanish Club members and $12 for Spanish Club members. We had a sellout concert, said Buccola. She added, [Justo] has been coming to DBHS since 1998, so were sad to hear about [his retirement], but we know that its best for his family.

Friendly Reminder
Starting July 1, 2011, a new law (AB 354) changing California immunization requirements for all students entering 7th-12th grade goes into effect. The law requires that this coming school year (2011-2012), all students will need proof of an adolescent whooping cough booster shot called Tdap. The Tdap is a booster vaccine that protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough. The new requirements will help prevent people from getting the whooping cough. Make an appointment today to get the booster. Children as young as ten years of age are recommended to get vaccinated. Turn in proof of immunization to your school. Uninsured or underinsured students may qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program; call 1-877-243-8832 or visit www.eziz.org/pages/vfc_ locations2.html. You can also see what immunizations the school has on file for you on parent portal. Check your immunization records to see if the school has all doses on file that have been given. AB 354 requires students to obtain the vaccine or complete the permanent medical exemption with a MD note or persional beliefs exemption prior to July 1, 2011. Any student who does not have proof of getting the booster or have an exemption will not be allowed to start school until they give proof of one or the other to their school. For more information, visit the California Department of Public Heath, Immunization Branch website at www.getimmunizedca.org.

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Chinese New Years Celebration Held at DBHS

CELEBRATE: The Diamond B ar Chinese School had volunteers that worked booths. Businesses promoted themselves at their own booths and introduced themselves to the attendees. Holly Liu Staff Writer The Diamond Bar ChineseAmerican Association held its 21st annual Chinese New Year Festival at Diamond Bar High School on Saturday, February 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Chinese New Year Festival is focused on providing an event for residents and letting our children [learn about] the Chinese Culture. Our mission and hope is to bring harmony and welfare in the community of Diamond Bar, explained hostess Glendy Chiang. The festival was also held to fundraise for the Diamond Bar Chinese School. There was an assortment of booths that consisted of business promotions, foods, and games. There were also raffle drawings with assorted prizes. The booths here have a great variety and are very interesting, commented Jennifer Ku, a Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation representative. The DB Chinese School had volunteers that worked the booths. Businesses

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Charlie, a cat who lives in Southampton, England, is the spitting image of Voldemort from the Harry Potter films. Due to skin cancer, the cat had lost his ears and the tip of his nose, making him look exactly like the evil wizard. In Northampton, England, a 70-year-old woman was named a hero when she stopped a jewelry robbery at Michael Jones Jeweler. Ann Timson, given the nickname Supergran, gave the men trying to rob the jewelry store a beating with her purse. She continued to hit them until authorities took control of the situation. A woman suddenly

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died in a Hampton Inn in Philadelphia and was taken to a hospital nearby. An autopsy revealed that the womans died from having an injection to enhance her buttocks. Authorities assumed that she had the procedure done in her hotel room. Jose Luis Ochoa, from Kern County, was stabbed in his right calf in Tulare County, California, by a rooster with razors attached to its feet. Authorities discovered that roosters are often equipped with razors on their feet when they are meant to be used in a cock fight. Ochoa bled to death since the rooster cut him in a major blood vessel in his calf.

Continued from page 1 PRESENT: Chaparrals Wind Ensemble performed ve pieces. Schroerlucke. WVUSD voted to issue bonds for measures S and Y in 2007. The Measure S bonds were for maintaining the districts high academic standards and the bonds for Measure Y were for improving the co-curricular programs in the district. The district formed a Facilities Advisory Committee to prioritize the needs of the district through the use of the bonds. Measures S and Y stated that outdated classrooms would

be updated with improved electrical wiring, heating, roofing, technology ventilation, and other renovations. The measures allowed for improvements on equipment, Chinese calligraphy... A volunteer carefully writes a few Chinese characters. facilities, and school grounds Holly Liu promoted at their own booths festival brings with all the food, key chains to the attendees. including school tracks and and introduced themselves to games, and arts and crafts for gyms. They supported a new This Chinese New the attendees.Performances and the kids, said a city council Year event has turned into a gymnasium as well as a new speeches were made in respect member Jack Tanaka. swimming pool and tennis wonderful cultural event for the to Chinese New Year. DB4Youth, a community whole community, commented courts at Diamond Bar High My wife and I attend this service organization, was Alison Meyers, the Community School. The funds for these festival every year, and we really promoting upcoming events in Service additions were provided by the Coordinator of enjoy the cultural richness this Diamond Bar and handed out Diamond Bar. City of Diamond Bar. Continued from page 1 RAISE: Pasta meals will be sold for $7 at the door and musical performances organized by students of different grade levels from various WVUSD schools will be showcased for entertainment. child participants will be running a designated route on campus. "Each kid is going to get a balloon and a tootsie pop," explained Desai. He added, "It's going to be sweet. The kids are going to have fun." Medals of recognition will be awarded to each individual that participates, in addition to special awards for the top runners. Schools with the most participants will also be awarded with School Spirit Cups. The entry fee for adults is $25 each, while the fee for students under 18 years of age is $15 each. The children entry fee is $10 each. The attendees are also asked to raise extra funds for the event through donations prior to the day of the event. "We cut millions of dollars from the WVUSD budget of the past 5 years, so any help is very much appreciated," stated Green. Registrations can be processed online at www. active.com, or through paper applications distributed to individual students in midFebruary. Paper applications are available for pickup at any WVUSD school and the district office. All registered participants are also invited to attend a preevent gathering held at Walnut High School on Saturday, March 5, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pasta meals will be sold for $7 at the door and musical performances organized by students of different grade levels from various WVUSD schools will be showcased for entertainment. Running bibs and goody bags will be distributed at WHS and t-shirts will be available for pre-sale. "I don't remember a more difficult financial crisis than the one facing our district, state, and nation," stated Green. She added, "The upcoming [event] promises to raise needed money and [will] be loads of fun."

the WVUSD Board of Trustees, approximately 2,300 attendees participated in last year's race. DBHS also received funds to invest in innovative and necessary instructional materials for teachers. Although everyone, regardless of age and gender, is welcome to partake in this event, the 1-K FunRun will only be offered to younger kids. The

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Mother Mayhem
Christine Song Asst. Buisness Manager The recent release of Amy Chuas novel, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, has stirred up a great deal of controversy in the media. The Wall Street Journal publication of an excerpt of the book, titled Why Chinese Mothers are Superior, has elicited heavy criticism, ranging from angry blog posts to websites completely dedicated to scrutinizing Chuas novel and parenting methods. The excerpt criticizes the lenient parenting technique while promoting a philosophy that says children should not be allowed to make decisions for themselves. According to the article, most childrens decisions will be for their own pleasure, while the decisions that parents make will be for their benefit. Although some of Chuas techniques may be questionable, it is doubtless that many people have not only overreacted, but they have also overlooked the effectiveness of her parenting method. The novel describes the differences between two ways of parenting: the compassionate, where children are praised for effort and not success, and the strict, which does the opposite. Chua is often only recognized for her strict and controlling methods, but readers never recognize that she has ensured her daughters success. It goes without saying that Chua has restricted her daughters creativity by refusing to allow them to participate in any activities that she deems unnecessary to their success. Her daughters are limited to only certain careers that will allow them to achieve a moderate sort of success in life. Although many people are worried that this creates a great disadvantage because her daughters were never allowed to pursue interests in which they might have excelled, it is undeniable that she has guaranteed that they will land stereotypically successful jobs by not accepting any possibility of failure. Many readers made angry comments and published criticizing blog posts depicting Chuas techniques outlined in the novel as cruel, but they fail to realize that Chua does highlight a very common fault in the more lenient parenting style: the inability to be truthful to ones children for fear of hurting them. Children need to know where to improve or it becomes difficult to do so later on in their lives. Constructive criticism is often more helpful than hurtful, yet most readers are unable to consider this objectively because they are too preoccupied with the more controversial aspects presented in Chuas argument. In their responses, readers only discuss how she forces her seven-yearold daughter to master a difficult piano piece, even going to the extremes of not letting her get up to use the bathroom and making her skip dinner. Many people also argue that Chuas actions in restricting her daughters from attending sleepovers and having playdates, which are considered common teenage pastimes, were unwarranted. Because readers only highlight these two incidents from her novel, it blinds most readers from the truth in her philosophy that lead to her daughters inevitable success in going to college and gaining a career. Although Chua is very strict and, at times, an unreasonable parent, readers must acknowledge that her parenting methods have ensured that her daughters will succeed in life. Before people begin condemning her actions and forming judgements, they need to understand that although she took her parenting to many extremes, she has provided for her daughters a necessary academic skill set and mentality that they can fall back on for the rest of their lives.

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Too Much Skin

Justin Park Contributing Staff Writer Music Televisions newest adaptation of the British teen drama, Skins , was recently dubbed the most dangerous program by the Parents Television Council and was at the center of a heated debate among student and adult viewers alike. Only weeks after Skins premiered, nationwide backlash against the programs repulsive portrayal of inappropriate teen behavior has grown massively in the entertainment industry. There is no denying that the shows explicit content is unacceptable for television broadcast, even for a program intended for mature audiences only. In order to create a more appropriate television program for viewers, the offensive content in Skins must be promptly removed. Judging by the countless angry parents generated from the first few episodes, it seems like child pornography would be an accurate description for MTVs Skins . The PTC claimed that a hefty amount of racy scenes in the show involve adolescent actors as young as fifteen, glaringly too immature to star in any sexual content. The current child pornography

law states that creating and distributing sexually-explicit content of minors is a serious act of crime and could lead to decades-long sentences in federal prison. The producers of MTV are guilty for committing this very crime, as they have knowingly produced and aired sexually inappropriate c o n t e n t involving minors. The producers failed to carry this important responsibility. The PTC has already filed a complaint to the United States Department of Justice regarding the possibility that Skins might be breaking the law on child pornography. In an effort to explore the issue further, the PTC is also requesting that the programs viewers contact their state Attorney General for a legal investigation on MTV and the local cable or satellite providers. Such legal input made by one of the most influential organizations of television industry should not be overlooked by any viewers. The PTCs action on raising

There is no denying that the shows explicit content is unacceptable for television broadcast

awareness of the programs danger was neccessary, but is certainly not enough to make an impact on a multi-million-dollar broadcasting station like MTV. Although Skins has not been classified as pornographic material just yet, a specific scene in one of its episodes p r o v e d otherwise to many viewers. The scene depicts a teenage c h a r a c t e r, named Chris, w a l k i n g a r o u n d entirely naked while displaying blatant signs of heavy drug usage. Surprisingly, the actor who played the role is only seventeen years old. If the producers were responsible enough to hire adult actors instead of minors, their violation of the law could have been easily avoided. For example, other successful teenage-based television shows, such as Glee, opted to hire actors older than the teenage characters they play. In regards to the ongoing debate questioning the legality

of Skins , MTV expressed that incorporating graphic scenes to the program was a necessary evil, as it is presenting realworld issues of teens to the public audience in a frank way. However, MTV neglected to realize that their program is helping those particular issues grow and they are discreetly attracting more youths to engage in them. By seeing people of their own age group involved in seemingly exciting crimes on television, children will likely be motivated to believe that teenage delinquency is a worthwhile experience. These persistent problems with Skins have been recognized by the programs advertisers and caused many of them to withdraw their sponsorships as a result. Their decision to reject Skins was sensible, as endorsing it would undoubtedly deteriorate their companys image. Advertisers actions alone should speak volumes about the negative effects this distasteful program brings to others, and the desperate need to bring action in order to stop it. If viewers of Skins choose to stay ignorant toward this threatening issue, the future of American media as well as the children of this generation may fall into great danger.

Its nice to be able to have your teachers online because you could easily communicate with them, but you should also worry becasue the can see [...] your pictures. Victoria Palanca, Sophomore I think its very awkward because I dont want to see their personal life. Stacy Fang, Junior

Its cool because you can see your teachers as normal people. Theyre still teachers, theyre just on Facebook.

Nico Jauregui,

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Its weird for teachers to be my friend on things like Facebook because they can see my personal information. Christine Mao, Freshman

Its weird to see my teachers anywhere except the classroom. Id rather not see them on their Facebook or something, and Id rather them not see mine. Hannah Bautista, Sophomore

I dont mind seeing my teachers online. Theyre still people and its kind of interesting to see who they really are outside of the classroom. Kyle Beatty, Junior

Millions of users log on to Facebook each day and with its recent movie release, it has easily become the largest social networking website around. In prospect, the website has allowed people from all across the world to strengthen their relationships with friends and acquaintances and even rekindle past friendships. Even more so, the growth of Facebook is taking place at school where some students and teachers are forming relationships. Some say that these relationships should be encouraged so that students and teachers can have a closer relationship. However, a positive relationship between a teacher and student outside of school is rare. Allowing such a relationship will only encourage bias and should not be allowed outside of school. A teacher should be considered a role model or a mentor to his or her students not a friend. Facebook contains more information than should be revealed in an educational setting and often times blur the line between a teacher and a friend. If a teacher were to become too friendly with a student, the student may be graded more easily and provide an unfair advantage to his peers. Teachers do not only lose a sense of professionalism by becoming too friendly, but they can also lose the respect of their students. Similarly, if a teacher has the ability to see conversations that are meant to be had between students, it may lead to an awkward relationship between the teacher and his or

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her students. Schools should take responsibility for this by not allowing such friendships that could interfere with a students learning process. Facebook contains an excessive amount of personal information that should not be available to teachers. Friendships between teachers and students on Facebook can cause an unbalance in the grading system. A teachers relationship with one student may become stronger, but in turn, it puts other students at a disadvantage. On the other hand, a teacher might see pictures of students doing things that, in school, would be inappropriate. As a result of this, what once was a professional relationship could likely be damaged. It is the teachers responsibility to refrain from adding students to their friend list in order to avoid unfairness and to stay professional. There are ways to keep a professional and friendly relationship between students and teachers without exposing information that should not be shared. Students can email or visit a teacher personally for educational advice, rather than having a Facebook relationship. This way, the student and teacher can keep a healthy, professional relationship while refraining from forming unnecessary friendships. Facebook is not a necessary tool in a teacher-student relationship. Both teachers and students must realize this so they can maintain a professional learning environment.

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Out of the Box

The eastern hemisphere is in the process of several life changing and life ending revolutions, but somehow Justin Biebers haircut is still relevant Yasmine Shahbaz
The Editorial Board invites The Bulls Eye readers to submit original commentary based on current events. All submitted work should be in accordance with the Editorial Policy in the staff box. Selected entries will be published in a subsequent issue of The Bulls Eye.

Pro: Less Invasive Body Scans

Colene Eng Staff Writer

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Cutting Off Cairo

Laura Moffitt Asst. Feature Editor Without the Internet, jobs would suffer, businesses would not be able to place orders, students would be unable to complete their work, and the everyday activities of people across the world would be disrupted. The Internet should not be governed by anyone just as it cannot be owned by anyone. If the government were to have this ability, there would be no limit to their power to control the information released to the public via the Internet. Still, some countries like Egypt are dictated by a government that uses its power to manipulate this crucial part of the twentyfirst century lifestyle. This type of government control must end in order to protect the rights of people to use the Internet freely. For example, the Egyptian government, led by President Hosni Mubarak, turned off the countrys Internet in order to keep rebellions against the current government from being further organized. Government officials cut off Internet access to the majority of the country with ease by shutting down the Domain Name System servers used by Egyptian Internet service providers. An Egyptian company that was instructed to shut down its DNS servers stated that under Egyptian legislation, the government has the right to issue such an order and they are obliged to comply with it. This sort of power makes it so that the people of Egypt are stripped of what should be their right to assemble and communicate via the Internet, putting them at the complete mercy of their own

government. The Egyptian government turned the Internet off during the rebellion and left its citizens unable to protect themselves against this violation of their natural rights. In order to prevent further attacks like this on the Egyptians freedoms, it is imperative that their government creates a more effective way to protect the citizens from violations of their rights. The Egyptian government is not the only country that has attempted to manipulate the Internet. Some politicians in the United States have proposed the development of an Internet kill switch that our own government could use in the case of a national emergency. With a third of the nation spending 40 hours per week online, this could cause many Americans to rise against our government as well. No government should put a mechanism like this into place. The Egyptian government has controlled the information available to the rest of the world with little interference. After the Egyptian government turned off the countrys internet, nearly 88 percent of Egypts Internet traffic was removed and even more revolutionaries rebelled against the government. Our generation is dependent on the Internet. Because of its contributions to both media and business endeavors, the removal of the Internet ignited violent rebellions and is a prime example of why governments should not be allowed to manipulate something that plays such a vital role in todays society. Laws must be made in order to protect the Internet from being controlled by any government so that it can be used by everyone.

metal detector could not find. than previous scanners. Because The scanners, which are strong their predecessor showed nude enough to penetrate through images of passengers, there had In an effort to help reduce layers of clothing, produces to be a seperate viewing room t h e n u m b e r o f i n c i d e n t s chalky black and white nude in which officials could view the h a p p e n i n g i n a i r p l a n e s , images of passengers with images. This dramatically slowed numerous safety measures only facial features blurred out. down the screening process. have been taken, including an However, TSA is Now, the new extensive body screening that making progress The T S A s system takes reveals detailed characteristics in correcting this a mere three of each passenger. However, issuethe new new scanners offer s e c o n d s t o the detailed images are a huge scanners will only scan each invasion of privacy and give produce a generic resolution to nearly i n d i v i d u a l , good reason to question the image of bodies versus the necessity of these machines. w i t h s q u a r e s every controversy that p r e v i o u s Now the Transportation Security highlighting any scanners, Administration is testing a new spots that might has been discussed w h i c h c o u l d method of screening at three n e e d f u r t h e r take as long different airports which will better i n s p e c t i o n . as 15 seconds. protect every individuals privacy. Everyone will appear to be This expedited process let more This latest development is a the same on the screen so people board their flights in a desperately needed upgrade, no connection can be made more efficient fashion. and it will benefit this nation while between the person in question Most passengers are also still maintaining the high level of and the images taken. There will worried about the major health security that passengers expect. be no further intrusion of privacy risks that the scanners pose. The privacy issue was first and the prestige of United States Many of the scanners that are raised because the machines security will be upheld. in place right now emit ionizing were able to see past peoples In addition to resolving the radiation which shoots a beam clothing to help find harmful privacy issue, the scanners are of X-rays at a traveler. This objects which the traditional also much more time efficient backscatter scanner has been

proven to destroy cells, which puts passengers at a higher risk of cancer. The TSA has recently failed to release results of their safety inspection, only giving reason to assume that they are trying to cover up a potential health risk. The new scanners, however, use the millimeter wave, which has been proven safe from all possible health hazards. This will greatly benefit frequent fliers and flight crews, who, in order to board the plane, must frequently go through the scanners at the entrance of terminals. The 2.7 million dollars that U.S. officials spent on this development have allowed for huge progress in airport security. The TSAs new scanners offer resolution to nearly every controversy that has been discussed and excel in guarding peoples privacy. Undoubtedly, this new break-through will please many and will hopefully replace its predecessor as soon as possible.

Con: Less Invasive Body Scans

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top priority and it cannot be protection that would normally distracted by privacy issues that seem irrational. Even with the will only slow down security and body scanners in place, privacy The Transportation Security ultimately allow for threats to is still promised to passengers. The images are only seen by Administration is often pegged board planes. The new security systems officers who are in a separate with a negative description location from because of its controversial offer less detailed images of the Keeping flights the machines methods used to protect airports passengers being so they cannot from crime. Despite the growing scanned and take safe is the TSAs top m a k e a n y need for heightened security, connection some fliers still feel violated m o r e c h a n c e s w i t h p o t e n t i a l priority and it cannot between the by body scanners that provide image and the shockingly deatailed pictures of terrorist threats. be distracted by Machines that person being each passenger. Recently, the provide a full and scanned. In TSA responded to these pleas for privacy issues detailed picture addition to this, help by testing new software that of its passengers passengers sacrifices security for increased are necessary to can still opt to privacy. The new body scanners create a safe environment in have a pat down rather than only show outlines of people walking through the scanners, the terminal and on-board a walk through the scanner. The rather than a more detailed plane. Hindering the TSAs ability TSA already offers two adequate image. They also do not show to protect airports in order and efficient ways to minimize the shape or size of what a to accomodate a passengers the amount of threats that enter person is holding regardless of privacy needs is essentially a a terminala new system is whether or not it is a plausible downgrade that will only waste simply not necessary. The change in software threat. Transportation security is time and money, while giving up the tight and efficient security will not only cost money, but in a matter that cannot be handled by a process that does not that keeps planes flying safely. terms of security, it will be a huge require the maximum amount Body scanners are a matter of blow to the progress the TSA of security and restrictions. national security, which sets has made in providing sufficient Keeping flights safe is the TSAs them apart from other means of security. Airport security is very

delicate and until advancements in technology can provide an improvement in both privacy and the ability to provide information without being invasive, it should not be changed. For now, we cannot take chances with a new system that would impair the TSAs ability to secure an airport. Instead, we must focus are attention on the security of each airport terminal, not the privacy of the passengers. There is room for improvement, but a better medium can be found, where both security and privacy is enhanced. Until then, the TSA cannot waste time nor money. Placing passengers at a heightened risk because of poorly conceived projects that could bring unnecessary threats into the terminal is irresponsible. If national security is continually pressed with matters of privacy issues, progress in its safety measures will cease and seemingly comfortable passengers will be put in situations of increased danger because of it.

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Please, Keep the Change

Ashley Ahn Feature Editor Dear President Barack Obama, Your State of the Union address was quite inspiring, and behind your strong demeanor, powerful rhetoric, and ability to receive frequent standing ovations, I could find nothing but potentially brilliant plans for the future and a delightful reminder of what you promised two years ago. I know you will get around to those promises someday. In fact, I find it quite admirable that you constantly look for ways to improve our nation before finding success in your first projects. It is obvious that you have been hard at work trying to win the future, so it seems to me that it does not matter if you cannot finish what you started, as long as you keep churning out those fantastic ideas. Let us be honest: America did not vote for you because you carry out your actions with diligence, but because you would not stop talking. With that said, I still have a few reasons for voting for you next term: I do not know if you realize this, but Americans are always up for a good challenge and we are especially excited for your latest and greatest, Race to the Top. Please let us take a moment to applaud while forgetting why schools are so important. I can honestly say that I cannot wait for you to shower teachers with money when they explain their elaborate plan to make school dominate the education system, but why do only that when we can dominate much more, like the world perhaps? A wise man once said, We need to out innovate, out educate, and out build the rest of the world. Sounds like winning the future to me. If only you had your hand in every decision our school s y s t e m s make. Cue the uproarious applause here. On to the next reason: clean energy. Insert standing ovation here. Ye s , Mr. President, I am ecstatic; this is our generations Sputnik systems as difficult as possible. moment. Wow, you sure are Last term I promised President getting good at making new George W. Bust that I would slogansalmost as good as leave no child behind, but I guess Sarah Palin. Please, a moment this term is all about getting to of applause. You seem to very the top as quickly as possible. excited about your plans for I do not blame you though; we the future. Even more so, your are in an extremely necessary Secretary of Energy seems to be race against China and India really into all of this.He is even the upcoming super powers of closing his eyes and visualizing the world. Yes Mr. President, I your plans for the future in his know that we are behind and mind. Do not worry, I think those that you are now quickly trying to loud grumbling noises that were coming from his nose were just grunts of agreement. Let us give a round of applause to this very enthusiastic American. M r. P r e s i d e n t , n o w what I am really impressed about is the amount of jobs that will be available to me in the future. Machines and technology seem to be taking over everything! You even said it yourself: thousands of workers are being put out of a job because of these machines. What once used to be an assembly line of people is now a single computer firing off data one way or another, getting things done in a blink of an eye. I hope that with this advance in technology, like in the past, will open up more job positions. I trust you Mr. President. I know you will make this happen...eventually. Now, one more round of applause. So Mr. President, as you can see, you are doing an amazing job running our country. You are a flawless leader and should stop at nothing to continue with your plans to win the future. Please respond as quickly as you can, the soothing applause is beginning to make me feel a tad drowsy. Sincerely, A dedicated American

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Clothing Conundrum
Jasmine Hsu Contributing Staff Writer Lately, many people have been selling their things on the popular social networking site, Facebook. It is not unusual to see people creating albums titled, For Sale! containing pictures of clothes, shoes, or accessories. News Feeds are lling up with announcements of new items for sale, which range from $100 designer jeans to $1 earrings. Girls have started selling outts and accessories, and boys are putting their shoes and jeans up for people to buy. Why is everyone doing this? Justin Kong Feature Theme/Photo Editor This recent spell of selling on Facebook is attracting much more attention than one would think. A lot of people are either starting up their own little businesses or ghting over the cute items being sold. I was actually surprised that people responded at all because, originally, I was just planning on selling it to one person, but then other people wanted to buy clothes, too, said senior Serena Nguyen, expressing her shock at the number of people clamoring for her clothes. It is a mystery when this will all die down. Maybe Facebook is the future department store!

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Every month, we will bring you some of the most ridiculous, hilarious, at-out idiotic, and sometimes insightful things we hear around campus. So bewarewell be listening. Girl: Will you be my Valentine? Boy: Yeah sure...next year. Girl: Did you know Obamas rst name is Barack?! Teacher to student: I dreamed about you. Girl 1: I like your earring! Girl 2: You mean my infection? Girl 1: My lip gloss is hot, my lip gloss is poppin! Girl 2: Thats chapstick... Girl: Sorry, my eyebrow is itchy. Boy: What eyebrows? Girl: I want to go to rehab! Boy 1: Whats that nasty smell? Boy 2: Thats your feet, dude. Boy 1: No its nooh.

I had a lot of clothes I no longer wore that were wasting away in my closet, and I needed to make room for new clothes, stated freshman Ellen Jeong, who joined the Facebook selling frenzy a while ago. Instead of throwing them away like I usually do, I decided I should try selling them. You know what they say, One mans trash is another mans treasure. Whats so great about selling clothes on Facebook is how amazingly simple and easy it is. You just comment on the picture you want and meet up with the seller. Plus, who doesnt like cute clothes for a cheaper price?

Selling your things on Facebook is a great way to earn money. I just needed a quick buck and I got what I wanted, said junior Joe Yun. Im not even updating [the album] because I dont really need the money. If people want to buy it then Ill sell, but Im not putting in anymore effort in my sales as of now. It seems he is not keen on selling clothes for a long time, though he was able to get fast cash. Many students can just forget about getting a job and start a business on Facebook!

Girl: Is the blood that comes out of your nose the same as the blood in the rest of your body? Teacher: Where does the apostrophe in doesnt go? Boy eating chips: These are really hot. Girl: Thanks!

horoscope hullabaloo
Lea Chang Asst. Feature Editor Astrologers have only recently figured out that our zodiac signs may not really be what we think them to be. Apparently, a sign called Ophiuchus was thrown out of the horoscopes back when they were rst invented. S o m e astrologists are now attempting to bring the zodiac sign back. According to these astrologers from the Minnesota Planetarium Society, the zodiac signs should be divided in this way: January 20 to February 16 (Capricorn), February 16 to March 11 (Aquarius), March 11 to April 18 (Pisces), April 18 to May 13 (Aries), May 13 to June 21 (Taurus), June 21 to July 20 (Gemini), July 20 to August 10 (Cancer), August 10 to September 16 (Leo), September 16 to October 30 (Virgo), October 30 to November 23 (Libra), November 23 to 29 (Scorpio), November 29 to December 17 (Ophiuchus), and December 17 to Jan 20 (Sagittarius). There is some overlap between the new set of signs and the old, but for the most part, the horoscopes have changed because the newly added Ophiuchus has made every sign shift over a number of days. Later on, it was found I was never one to put my faith in mystical crystal balls, zodiac signs, or tarot cards and the like. Although there is the occasional coincidence, no matter how I look at it, the position of the planets and the stars when I was born have no inuence whatsoever o n m y personality, love life, or chances of winning the lottery. In fact, numerous scientists call horoscopes just about as true as the idea of crop circles being created by aliens. On top of that, the idea that I could suddenly go from an extroverted, versatile and always optimistic Gemini to a quiet, rather boring bull, or Taurus, made me even more of a skeptic. In short, I must conclude that zodiac signs are a childs gamenothing but mere make-believe. Personally, I put no value whatsoever into the words of the horoscopes on the Sunday newspaper. However, it may be interesting to see every once in a while what the stars claim to have in store for their respective zodiac signs.

Extraction
Colene Eng Staff Writer Oh, no! your dentist exclaims. It seems as if were going to have to extract your wisdom teeth! Just what, exactly, does this mean? Having had these words recited back to me in middle school, I know from a rst-hand experience the feeling of having wisdom teeth removed. Two nights prior to my procedure, my parents permitted me to choose a restaurant of my liking. I wanted my last meal with my wisdom teeth to be delicious. There, my friend told me about how much the surgery would hurt, and how much my mouth would swell up. I laughed it off, thinking that he was exaggerating his story in an attempt to scare me. T h e morning of the procedure, as the doctors led me to the room where I was to lose m y f o u r w i s d o m teeth, I felt the rst rippling wave of fear. I struggled to remain in my positive state of mind as my friends words kept repeating in my head. Then, the nurse put an anesthesia mask over my nose and instructed me to count to ten. I remember being determined to stay awake, but obviously, that did not happen. The next thing I remember was the doctor shaking me awake from my nap and telling me to go to the waiting room. When I stood up, a wave of nausea struck me, and the room started spinning. This was not a good start to my recovery process. As the days passed, I realized that nausea was the least of my problems my cheeks swelled up to around three times their usual size. Due to their outrageous shape, many people stared at me, making me feel embarrassed. Furthermore, the pain was unbearable. T h e first t w o days after my surgery, I took the maximum number of pain relievers but no matter how many pills I popped, there was always a dull throb in my mouth. No matter what I tried to do to alleviate the pain, there was no effective remedy. As the veins in my mouth tried to reconnect, I felt sporadic moments of sharp pain. Also, I was not able to fully open my mouth because of the soreness, which restricted me to liquid foods such as porridge. The procedure was torturing. My low pain tolerance might have contributed to my experience, but then again, who really likes to have their teeth yanked out? Though some may have an easier time, it would be safe to say that there is denitely a certain degree of discomfort after this surgery.

that this new zodiac sign had actually been around since the idea of horoscopes was even invented. People born under the sign of Ophiuchus are supposedly poetic, enviable, and extremely wise and knowledgeable. However, the sign is part of a different set of horoscopes used mostly in Eastern cultures. So, in reality, although quite intriguing, this new Ophiuchus sign has hardly anything to do with us at all.

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Arts & Entertainment The Academy Presents... iFusion

more likely to take home the Golden Oscar. It would have been difcult to predict the winners of this years Oscars without rst looking back at the Golden Globes, an award show hosted by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The stars of the 2010 Golden Globes included Natalie Portman, for her part in Black Swan, and Colin Firth, for his role in The Kings Speech. The Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture went to The Social Network. When it came to the Best Picture category for the Oscars, the more prominent nominees included Black Swan, The Social Network, and The Kings Speech. Through its success at the Golden Globes, The Kings Speech was a safe bet to take home the gold, for its quietly brilliant plot, which is a quality that Oscar voters love in movies. It was no surprise when it won. The winners were just as obvious for Best Actor and Actress in a Leading Role. Because the actors had already been rewarded at the Golden Globes, Academy Award winners Colin Firth and Natalie Portman were favorites to take home Oscars as well. From awkard jokes to presenters in questionable mental states, the Oscars was a night to remember. Although some may have been disappointed by the results, like the masses of losing actors always say, it is just an honor to be nominated for, let alone win an Oscar. Ashley Ahn Feature Editor Just when you thought that Apple could not possibly think of anything else to sell to the general masses, they come up with the latest and greatest, the iFusion. True to its name, this device combines the capabilities of the iPhone and everyday desktop telephone to create, the iFusion. The iFusion is the first integrated communications and is the perfect addition to any household. Additionally, there is an audio line out port so that the iFusion is able to connect to different speakers depending on the customers preference. This innovative design eliminates the need for the use of separate docks. Users of the iFusion are also able to enjoy the music on their iPhones due to Advanced Audio Distribution Profile Bluetooth streaming. The iFusion is currently

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Spring means different things to different people, but for movie buffs and anyone working in the lm industry, one thing is at the top of their heads: Oscar Season. On February 27, actress Anne Hathaway and actor James Franco hosted the 83rd annual Academy Awards. The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, the name of the trophy given to winners, is an award show founded by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. It recognizes exemplary movies and the people who helped make them. Everyone had personal favorites that they wanted to win, but there were a few nominees that were

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of Rome and the traditions of a small village. Tatum, who also starred in A new production from other blockbuster icks such as Focus Features opened in G.I. Joe and Dear John, seems theaters on February 25 starring perfectly fit for his role both teen sensation Channing Tatum in a physical sense and in his and British actor Jamie Bell ability as an actor. His acting, in the new epic, action thriller though forced and awkward at The Eagle. The times, is for the most part lm is based on believable and realistic. the 1954 novel, Tatums character draws Eagle of the the audience empathy Ninth, written and sympathy easily by by Rosemary epitomizing the heroic Sutcliffe. The warrior and by displaying movie follows his inspiring courage a young but and valor. respected Bell, who acted Roman soldier, in both Defiance and Marcus Aquilia, Jumper, seems to bloom in his role as the played by suppressed, dangerous Tatum, and his slave by giving his British slave, p l a y e d b y To restore glory to his name... He will have to endure character emotional Bell, as they tremendous pain. Courtesy of www.ramascreen.com depth. The talented attempt to win cast also includes Mark back Aquilas familys honor by a confrontation between the Strong, Donald Sutherland, and journeying to Northern Britain protagonist and the bizarre Denis O Hare. to nd the long lost, legendary painted people of the seal The movie will be entertain emblem, The Eagle of the tribe who are erce, merciless a wide range of movie fans Ninth. warriors indigenous to Northern and is sure to be a blockbuster The Eagle of the Ninth Britain. The movie, however, hit. If you are an action buff, a represents Romes honor. It is also focuses on the dramatic drama lover, or simply a fan of a symbol of victory and glory. tension between Bell and Tatums enjoyable movies, make sure to However, in the movie, Marcus characters. It explores the clash head to the nearest theater and Aquilias father lost this valuable of cultures between the customs catch this movie. object more than a decade ago in a failed conquest of Northern Britain. Tatums character feels that it is his duty as a citizen of Rome and as the son of the man who lost the eagle to return it to its rightful place. The movie is packed with erce action scenes, including

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Apples newest machine... will be the best that we have seen. Courtesy of www.pinoytutorial.com docking station for the iPhone. The iFusion allows users to choose between using the handset or speaker phone. The iFusion connects the iPhone via Bluetooth technology and provides its demanding customers with voice clarity and hands free interaction for the convenience of customers all around the world. The iFusion is compatible with the iPhone 3G, 3GS, and 4. Boasting a full duplex speaker phone and a patented design, this new product also ensures top notch voice quality. The unique design of the iFusions phone cradle allows easy access to a dock connector port for synching and charging the iPhone. The sleek make up of the iFusion is asthetically pleasing available in two colors, black and white. The sleek design of the device is sure to look good in any home and meets the requirements of families and business owners all around the world. This highly anticipated product is due to ship in April 2011 and can be pre-ordered for $169 from the actual website, www.thefusionphone.com. The simple yet handy new gadget is straightforward to use and combines the users favorite aspects of owning both an iPhone and a desktop phone. Although the iFusion may seem like just another gadget, this new device is bound to be a revolutionary innovation. Meshing together new technology with the old, the iFusion is sure to be a big hit with customers of all ages.

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Only several Sundays ago, people all over the nation eagerly turned to the Fox Channel to watch Americas biggest yearly sporting event the Super Bowl. While watching the Green Bay Packers pummel the Pittsburgh Steelers, America also had the opportunity to view the famous and much-anticipated Super Bowl commercials. The Super Bowl advertisements are considered as much a tradition as the actual football game itself. This year, at three million dollars for a 30 second time slot, the price for an advertisement rose once again. The costly price tag for the measly half-minute ensured that only the big players like Coca-Cola or some major

The Superbowl brought him fame...but the Force wont do the same. Courtesy of www.worldfortoday.com those big bucks will ultimately the Doritos commercial with an

adorable pug or the Wild Westthemed Budweiser ad. Also, every year, close to half of the Super Bowl viewers watch the commercials more than they do the actual football game. Although the price of putting an advertisement into the Super Bowl denitely puts a dent in any companys funds, if executed correctly, the commercial can certainly make a pretty penny. Seeing as the Super Bowl is the most watched event on television, it only makes sense that its commercials are the most watched as well. The most popular Super Bowl commercial of the miniature Darth Vader with a Volkswagen already has over 30 million views on Youtube. It goes without saying that next years advertisements will be just as successful.

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R-YU Ready?
Sarah Dresser Contributing Staff Writer Ryus phenomenal standings are a result of his extreme hard work and endless Varsity wrestling has been dedication, sacrificing several among the top sports teams weekends each month. He at Diamond Bar High School. credits his achievements to Campus was a-buzz with stats those around him. I had a lot and news of upcoming matches. of coaches; they pushed me A key part of and taught the teams me a lot of success was technique, senior varsity s a i d wrestler Brian Ryu. This Ryu, who humble is currently star athlete ranked among devotes the top fifteen countless in the state h o u r s in his weight furthering class. his game Last year, so that Ryu placed he could first in the potentially California be a Interscholastic candidate Federation for a Southern scholarship Section in the a n d heavyweight guarantee c l a s s . a future Although he for himself placed fourth in higher in the CIF education. competition Starting this year, from a he remains desolate Courtesy of billfoley.zenfolio.com p o s i t i o n confident in his standings with a brilliant in his freshman year, Ryu smile on his face as he moves improved from a record of on to CIF Masters. At twelfth in 2-16 to 21-2 in a mere four the state, he is an all-American years. [My success] kind of wrestler with a bright future came out of nowhere, stated within reach. Ryu. Although he is at such a

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high caliber, he asks many of individually. So try not to cut his teammates for advice and corners [and] take each step at coaching, while also attending a time, advocates Ryu. weekly clinics at Mount San During a match, Ryu lives Antonio College. He may be in the moment and tries not modest, but he is definitely one to stress himself by thinking of the most dedicated wrestlers of what could go wrong. His on the team. wrestling influences the rest of Ryu is his life, boosting prompted by the his confidence in inspiration and everything else he encouragement does. Although from the people training may be in his life. [My hard for him, his wrestling is] very accomplishments small compared assure him that to what they he can become deserve and anything he what they do, wants. In reflected Ryu. wrestling, theres He is even always a chance working through something wrong a torn ligament may happen. [But] in his knee in Im just gonna order to show keep on going, his appreciation said Ryu. He tries for the ones that not to overthink make sacrifices his strategies and Diana Romero for him, namely advises others to his family. Not only is he loyal relax and not worry about the to his family, but his friends future or the past but only the also hold great significance in present. his life. The death of teammate Ryu is determined in creating Brandon Riley in September his own future, overcoming 2009 gave him the inspiration challenges with an optimistic to accomplish his goals. Ryu outlook. He believes every wanted to remember and really great athlete can work honor Riley by working hard hard to accomplish whatever through his wrestling. Ryu they want. Ryu is a top-notch is also an inspiration to the wrestler on the team; not only younger wrestlers on the team. does he wrestle for enjoyment Wrestling is a team sport and distinction, but for his future even though you go out there and his relations.

Athlete of the Month:

Nicole Woo
Marissa Alaniz Contributing Staff Writer Senior Nicole Woo is a leader in basketball and academics, scoring major points on the court and in the classroom alike. Woo has been pursuing her love for basketball since the young,uncoordinated age of five. Four years of high school basketball under her belt, three of which were on varsity, have molded her into not only a great point guard but also the exceptional team captain she is today. Her position requires her to be quick on her feet as she leads her team to the net and helps to develop insight and teamwork. On the court, Woo makes quick decisions, communicates plays, and gives directions to her fellow Brahmas. There is a misconception that athletes prioritize sports over academics, but with a grade point average of 3.89, Woo proves otherwise. Woo manages to juggle school work, friends, playing basketball for the school team and staying loyal to her 12-year commitment to her club team, the West Covina Sabers. She intends to continue playing basketball recreationally in college while majoring in engineering. This choice transpires from her proficiency in math, as she is currently taking Advanced Placement Calculus BC along with AP Economics. Woo currently has her eyes set on going to the University of California, San Diego. With basketball season over, Woo is beginning to really appreciate the years she has been playing. Its sad to know that all the hard work I put into it is ending and I wont get to see my friends as much, expressed Woo. She reflected upon her high school basketball career before saying that she would not have changed her decision to try out, and that anyone else that may be intimated should just go out there and give it a shot. As the saying goes, you cannot score if you do not shoot. Through basketball, Woo was able to gain great leadership skills and teamwork ethic that have prepared her for future endeavors in life.

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