By: Anna Beth Simmons On Friday, October 9th, the advanced journalism class traveled to Bossier to visit the Bossier Press Tribune and learn about news writing. Junior Zoe Lee went on the trip and came back with more knowledge than ever before. “I learned how to come up with the questions for the [school] paper,” Zoe said. Sophomore Makayla Fitzgerald also learned some new things about news writing. “I learned the difference between hard and soft news and how to prepare for an interview,” Makayla said. Sophomore Sarah Pardue, however, was mostly excited to come back with a full stomach. “My favorite part was the food. It was really good.” Sarah said. The trip was a fun experience and the journalism class hopes for more real world experiences like this one.
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“Another day, another year. I’m just ready to get out of here,” sophomores muse to themselves as they strut through the halls.
Thoughts vary throughout the day. “Here goes another day full of crushed dreams and disappointment,” Jack Morgan said mournfully. Justiss Dudley has a different inner monologue. “Dang, I hope I did all my homework,” Justiss thinks worriedly. DeBraden Hadnot has somewhat similar thoughts. “Man I’m just ready for Spanish class and the end of the day. I love Mrs. Cimino,” DeBraden said. Every school has its ups and downs. “I just don’t like that I HAVE to go to school,” Jack said. Justiss has a different disliking. “I don’t like the water fountains because Jack likes them,” Justiss said jokingly. Though some students do not like to go to school, there are a few things they enjoy throughout the day. “I like football, how small the school is, and all my friends,” DeBraden said. Jack enjoys the smaller things. “Ashton’s pretty neat-o burrito. Mrs. Nock is also great, and the water fountains are nice,” Jack said. To the majority of sophomores, not being a freshman is definitely a highlight. “Whoahahaho! It feels great because I am now closer to being one of the upperclassmen,” DeBraden said laughing. Apparently, the definition of “freshman” varies. “I still consider myself a very fresh man, but it does feel good to not be a ‘fishy,’” Jack said. The October Students of the Month are Kathryn Harris and Byron Vickers.
Kathryn Harris is the daughter of Jack and Debbie Harris. Kathryn is involved in several different school related organizations such as One Act Play, National Honors Society, the student council, and she also happens to be the junior class president. Furthermore, Kathryn also runs for the cross country team, and participates in the UIL speaking event, prose. After high school Kathryn wants to go to college to be a Sports Medicine Doctor. Byron Vickers is the son of Ronnie and Cristie. Byron is involved in a few school related organizations such as the art club, which he happens to be president of, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the National Honor Society. He also participates in UIL events for science and math. By: Zoe Lee
There will be some fun holidays over next few months, and I’m excited about that. But I also want to introduce some interesting festivals in Taiwan. One of the important holidays in Taiwan is Chinese New Year in February. There are family reunions and they eat together. Children get red envelopes with cash from their parents and relatives. People stay up late, and in the moment from 11:59 to 12:00, everybody sets off strings of firecrackers at the same time. There is joy and happiness everywhere. We have spring break during Chinese New Year, some families plan a trip. I like Chinese New Year very much. Another festival I like is Dragon Boat Festival in summer, we eat rice dumplings those days, and we have dragon boat competitions. After Dragon Boat Festival, the weather becomes really hot. The Dragon Boat Festival is pretty fun in Taiwan. Another important holiday is Mid-Autumn Festival. An ancient story says that there is a rabbit on the moon that pounds herbal medicine with a pestle and mortar, so on that day, families barbecue outside and watch the moon together. By the way, we have a full-moon every time on this festival. We also eat mooncakes and pomelo that day. I’m looking forward to experiencing holidays here. If you all have chance to come to my country and experience those holidays there, I promise they will be a lot of fun! By: Anna Beth Simmons
FCA stands for Fellowship of Christian Athletes, but in Elysian Fields, it is not only for athletes. Anybody who wants to join, including athletes, can join this great organization with FCA sponsor Coach Commander. Coach Commander is looking forward to several upcoming events. Feeding the students and performances are just a few things on FCA’s agenda. “I’m looking forward to Fields of Faith. This month the breakfasts are starting also, so that’s good. I have a good group of kids and I’m excited to see what happens,” Coach Commander said. Coach Commander holds FCA close to her heart. “I enjoy encouraging faith and their [the students’] walks with Christ,” Commander said. Not only does she encourage faith, but she wants to build relationships with the students as well. “I want to form relationships that are different than when we are in the classroom,” Commander said. If you are wondering whether or not to join FCA, sit in on a meeting and experience the encouraging atmosphere. You won’t regret it! By: Makayla Fitzgerald
The first bell rings, and the students staring at the new teacher think, “Hey, its Zach Galifiankis!” They soon discover it is Coach Hefner, the new history teacher. Coach Hefner is excited about his new teaching position and his new location. “I wanted to live in a small East Texas town like EF,” Hefner said. The students in his classes seem to like him a lot, also. “He’s pretty cool, he’s not all strict and focused on just discipline. He likes to teach in the most fun ways possible, and I feel we all learn better that way” junior Jade Barge said. Coach Hefner came from a city called Fort Stockton. He likes many things about Elysian Fields, but there's one thing that really catches his eye. “I love the trees,” Hefner said. Even though he liked his old town, he wanted a change, and that is what EF is giving him. By: Makayla Fitzgerald
Excited about the new school year and ready to be a Jacket, Mrs. Fulbright, the new sophomore English teacher, is energetic and excited to support the Jacket Nation. Mrs. Fulbright taught in a few other schools before arriving in EF. “I’ve taught in Marshall, Jefferson, and Tatum,” Fulbright said. Out of all of the schools she has worked for, EF is her favorite. “The students are well mannered and care about their education. I can honestly say they are the greatest!” Fulbright said. In her English II classes, her students recently completed skits from the book Tom Sawyer. “I really enjoyed them, and sometimes even laughed so hard my belly hurt. The students did great job!” Fulbright said. Mrs. Fulbright is a big supporter of her brother, Coach Ford, and his athletics program. “GO JACKETS!” Fulbright said. By: Anna Beth Simmons
Homecoming only comes once a year, and when it does, that is when the orange, white, and Jacket pride comes out the most. Another thing that comes with homecoming is the homecoming court. This year’s freshmen duchess is Laresha Hudson. She is going to be escorted by T.J Ratliffe. This year’s sophomore duchesses are Cheyenne Earl, escorted by Jeb Dickson, and Holly Holden escorted by Clayton May. This year’s football sweetheart is Jacey Doyle, escorted by Reese Mathews, and the band sweetheart is Chelsea Giddings, who will be escorted by band beau Andrew Wise. This year’s junior duchesses are Kara Adams, escorted by Dylan Parker, Sarah Findley, escorted by Caleb McCracken, and Hope Bagley, escorted by Zack Khun. This year’s Homecoming Queen candidates are Lexie Aaron, escorted by Ryan Storey, Claire McIntosh, escorted by Hunter Morgan, Cassie Crooks, escorted by Hunter Hammontree, and the lovely Shiloh Pearson, escorted by Dylan Manshack. Homecoming is just around the corner, and it would be great for everyone to come out with their Jacket Pride! By: Ellis A. Harris F.
Although most freshmen seem happy and energized, they’re actually just like the rest of us. “When is this going to be over,” Kayla Evans asks herself as she walks through the front doors in the morning. Dawson Doyle had a similar inner monologue. “When I walk into school I think ‘What have I gotten myself into’?” Dawson said. Kaitlyn White feels the same. “Well let’s just get this day started and over with,” Kaitlyn said. However, according to most freshmen, high school is much better than middle school. “On the first day, everyone made it seem like it would be nerve wracking, but it felt like just another year. I feel welcomed, and I enjoy high school much better than middle school though,” Kaitlyn said. Cole Bailey has his eyes on other things. “The girls are way cuter,” Cole said. In addition to the girls, students enjoy the extracurricular activities, getting to eat earlier, and being one step closer to getting a car. “It feels like America. Freedom,” Dawson said. |
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