B. 10
C. 3
D. 6
E. 7
F. 5
G. 1
H.
I. 8
J. 4
K.
L. 9
M. 11
N. 2
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Monday, February 23, 2015
Other Highschool Newspapers
1. My favorite front page was from the 'Granite Bay Gazette.' I liked it because of the giant photo of the eye.
2. It was this issue of the Granite Bay Gazette, and it's because of the intriguing photo.
3. My favorite headline is Hours of Focus in Just One Dose. I am interested because it addressed a very real topic happening in at all high schools.
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5. A lot of them have a very large prominent photo on the front page. However, some of them take up the entire front page.
6. What differs is the text for story headlines and name of the paper, and the size of the front page photo.
7. Here, there are more single-photo covered front pages then the newspapers around the world.
2. It was this issue of the Granite Bay Gazette, and it's because of the intriguing photo.
3. My favorite headline is Hours of Focus in Just One Dose. I am interested because it addressed a very real topic happening in at all high schools.
4. 4
5. A lot of them have a very large prominent photo on the front page. However, some of them take up the entire front page.
6. What differs is the text for story headlines and name of the paper, and the size of the front page photo.
7. Here, there are more single-photo covered front pages then the newspapers around the world.
Front Pages of the World
1. My favorite cover page was from a Chinese paper called ChinaDaily. I liked it because it made the main story seem incredibly prominent and important, but not just by being on the front page.
2. My favorite headline was 'Indonesia Pins It's Hope of Islamic Tourism.' I thought this was interesting because since it's from another part of the other world, where the majority of the population is Muslim, and not seen as a threat. Initially instead of 'tourism', I read 'terrorism' and was very confused.
3. 3
4. On all the papers, no photo ever takes up more than half of the front page, and the text of the stories are always Times New Roman.
5. Things that are different are the text of the name of the paper and some papers have very prominent adds, or black borders around the headlines of the photos, drawing more attention to them.
CE 4.4
1. With House Bill 1432, the vehicle registration fee would increase up to $10.
2. A cubic foot of snow weighs about 8 pounds. But after being frozen into ice, the cubic block of ice weighs in around 64 pounds. It's important for how roofs hold up in New England underneath all that weight.
3. I think that cartoon is saying that Obama keeps saying that we're going to fight, defeat and end ISIS, but he is really restraining our military and not actually trying to achieve that goal.
4. Maureen Gilman some old artifacts from her ancestors during the 1800s to garden, to give it a more 'family' feel.
5. The primary way to advertise music in Austin's past was by posters. My favorite was the add for Shiva's Headband at Threadgill's.
6. Gay marriage should, everywhere in the US, be legal without rebuttal. The idea that same-sex marriage is not legal, and that people are not allowed to do what they want with their own lives, based on some radical and incorrect interpretation of the bible is outrageous. If a man can marry and woman, and woman can marry a man, then it should be legal for a man to marry a man, or woman to marry a woman. I cannot think of a single legitimate reason for gay marriage to not be legal. It doesn't cost big government officials money, so why do they care about gay marriage. In no way shape or form should gay marriage be illegal. People should be able to choose who they marry, and not have it combined to the opposite sex.
2. A cubic foot of snow weighs about 8 pounds. But after being frozen into ice, the cubic block of ice weighs in around 64 pounds. It's important for how roofs hold up in New England underneath all that weight.
3. I think that cartoon is saying that Obama keeps saying that we're going to fight, defeat and end ISIS, but he is really restraining our military and not actually trying to achieve that goal.
4. Maureen Gilman some old artifacts from her ancestors during the 1800s to garden, to give it a more 'family' feel.
5. The primary way to advertise music in Austin's past was by posters. My favorite was the add for Shiva's Headband at Threadgill's.
6. Gay marriage should, everywhere in the US, be legal without rebuttal. The idea that same-sex marriage is not legal, and that people are not allowed to do what they want with their own lives, based on some radical and incorrect interpretation of the bible is outrageous. If a man can marry and woman, and woman can marry a man, then it should be legal for a man to marry a man, or woman to marry a woman. I cannot think of a single legitimate reason for gay marriage to not be legal. It doesn't cost big government officials money, so why do they care about gay marriage. In no way shape or form should gay marriage be illegal. People should be able to choose who they marry, and not have it combined to the opposite sex.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Lone Star Dispatch 4
Front Page: Annual Teacher of the Year Award Announced
Kimberly Shuttlesworth (band director) was awarded the 2014-15 Teacher of the Year award. She has been nominated multiple times over the past few years. Kids have always seen her as a role model and appreciate the way she treats them.
Who: Kimberly Shuttlesworth
What: Teacher of the Year award
When: 2014-15 School Year
Where: Bowie
Why: Works hard 24/7 and respects and treats students well
How: She was awarded the TOTY award among other nominees
Kimberly Shuttlesworth, senior Bree Zuberier, junior Henry Cardenas, were all quoted.
The strongest wrote was "She has been nominated every year that I have been at Bowie," senior Bree Zuberier said.
Yea
Statement
Student Life: Deborah Moreno starts music career by joining Son De Rey
Deborah Moreno, a junior at Bowie, has officially joined her dads band Son De Rey full time this year. Deborah says that she really enjoys playing and singing in the band. They have recently been working on their new album, and her and the rest of the band are very excited for its release.
Who: Deborah Moreno
What: Her band Son De Rey
When: 2014-15 School Year
Where: Recording studio, outdoor and indoor performance around the country
Why: She really enjoys music
How: Her dad let her join the band full time
Junior Deborah Moreno, band memmber Luis Ramirez, and father David Morenon were all quoted.
The strongest quote was "If there's a big crowd, it's just a really good feeling because all these people cam to see us," Deborah said.
Yes
Quote
Who: Deborah Moreno
What: Her band Son De Rey
When: 2014-15 School Year
Where: Recording studio, outdoor and indoor performance around the country
Why: She really enjoys music
How: Her dad let her join the band full time
Junior Deborah Moreno, band memmber Luis Ramirez, and father David Morenon were all quoted.
The strongest quote was "If there's a big crowd, it's just a really good feeling because all these people cam to see us," Deborah said.
Yes
Quote
News: School wide Science Fair competition held
This past month, the Bowie science fair was held among students of all classes. Many of them are advancing past this competition and will continue to compete in the regional fair. All ideas came from any sort of inspirations, it was not restricted to a single source.
Who: Bowie Science Fair participants
What: Bowie Science Fair
When: Thursday January 22nd, 2015
Where: Bowie
Why: Annual fair
How: Completed by students
Biology teacher Jessica Davis, junior Ksenia Vlassova, freshman Kyle O'Rourke, and freshman Shravani Deo were all quoted.
The strongest quote was "There were probably over a hundred," biology teacher Jessica Davis said.
No
Quote
Sports: World champion hits the target
Junior Brooke Landry has been throwing knives since she was 5. Since then, she has earned 3 world titles and is known as the highest ranked female knife thrower in the world. Brooke enjoys doing it day in and day out, and continues to practice to improve.
Who: Brooke Landry
What: She's good at knife throwing
Where: Bowie
When: since she was 5 years old
Why: She likes throwing
How: Always practices and attends competions
Junior Brooke Landry, freshman Gillian Stittler, and father Mike Landry were all quoted.
The strongest quote was "I got into it when I was five, so it's just the only thing I've ever really done," Landry said.
Yea
Quote
Entertainment: UIL competition lies ahead of us
UIL solo and ensemble competition is approaching at the end of February. This is a competition for choir students where students either perform and ensemble piece or a solo piece to perform for judges. Kids are nervous about the competition, but are still excited.
Who: Bowie Choir
What: UIL Solo and Ensemble Competition
Where: McCallum Highschool
When: February 28th, 2015
Why: Annual Competition Bowie attends
How: Kids practice and prepare for this performance since the beginning of the semester
Choir director Ben May, sophomore Ilyanna Santos, and junior Stephanie Hernandez were all quoted.
The strongest quote was "Last year we got alines, but this year I'm not too sure because we didn't have as much time to prepare. I'm hoping we are able to get all ones," Santos said.
No
Quote
Commentary: Graffiti becoming part of Austin's artistic culture
Graffiti is usually considered an act of vandalism and a crime. But in Austin, landmarks such as the "i love you so much" sign are becoming loved and appreciated works of art. There is no real defining line between vandalism and art, but it seems graffiti is floating towards the art side.
Who: Austinites
What: Graffiti
Where: Austin
When: Recent past
Why: People beginning to open their minds to different forms of art and not see graffiti as only a form of vandalism.
How: Graffiti artists continue to spread the love around Austin
No one was quoted.
Absolutely
Statement
In Depth: Hands free cell phone policy enacted
Recently, Austin has put into effect a hands free driving policy. This has made it illegal to use any hand held electronic device while driving. The law is expected to decrease the number of distracted drivers significantly. The article also presents several alternatives to using your phone while driving with new high-tech. hands-free devices.
Who: Austin drivers
What: New hands free driving law
Where: Austin
When: January 1. 2015
Why: To try to decrease the number of car accidents in Austin
How: New law outlawing the use of an hand held electronic device while driving
Junior Marielle Lopez, senior Lauren Guilette, and senior Stacy Stacher.
The most powerful quotes was "I think the new hands free policy will make the roads safer," Guilette said.
Yea
Quote
Thursday, February 12, 2015
Friday, February 6, 2015
Africa and Abandoned Amusement Parks
These photographs are stunning. I don't usually like black and white/ sepia filters, but for some reason, these really enhance the pictures in some way. It's amazing how he has so much patience and will wait weeks just for a few photos. He clearly knows what he's doing though, because they all come out beautiful.
I really like it because of the how the bird looks. It looks dead but dying. It seems to be more than a skeleton, but the remains of a bird that used to be alive. It shows lots of symmetrical and geometric patterns in the waters reflection, as well as balance with the mountain in the background.
Nick Brandt uses a Pentax 6711 lens. He takes these pictures as part of his goal to be the last one to document the beauty of East Africa before it is destroyed by man. He hopes his pictures will capture the animals spirit and in their natural state of being. "You wouldn't take a portrait of a human being from a hundred feet away and expect to capture their spirit; you'd move in close."
Of all the abandoned theme parks, I would rather go to "Jazzland" or Six Flags: New Orleans. I would go there mostly because I have close ties to New Orleans and I really enjoy going there. Also, I LOVE Six Flags, so I think walking around an abandoned one would be really cool.
I really like it because of the how the bird looks. It looks dead but dying. It seems to be more than a skeleton, but the remains of a bird that used to be alive. It shows lots of symmetrical and geometric patterns in the waters reflection, as well as balance with the mountain in the background.
Nick Brandt uses a Pentax 6711 lens. He takes these pictures as part of his goal to be the last one to document the beauty of East Africa before it is destroyed by man. He hopes his pictures will capture the animals spirit and in their natural state of being. "You wouldn't take a portrait of a human being from a hundred feet away and expect to capture their spirit; you'd move in close."
Of all the abandoned theme parks, I would rather go to "Jazzland" or Six Flags: New Orleans. I would go there mostly because I have close ties to New Orleans and I really enjoy going there. Also, I LOVE Six Flags, so I think walking around an abandoned one would be really cool.
Some places I think would be cool to photograph would be Alcatraz, caves, North Korea, the sky (as in sky diving), and Mt. Everest (if you could see anything).
I have always been interested in Alcatraz because it's a very famous prison, for being in escapable as well as haunted. This photo above is of the courtyard of the prison. If I were to go and take photographs there, I would expect to take a lot of symmetrical pictures. This is based on the fact that I always see the photos of the hallways and cells, which have many geometric qualities. To go there, I would need a camera, and a tripod (especially if I were going for the geometric aspects of the prison). I would need to get a tour of the prison, and pre cure a ferry ride there. I would be interested in renting a helicopter to fly over the bay and photograph a picture of it from the air (I would like to get a shot with Alcatraz as the focus and the San Francisco skyline as the background.
Monday, February 2, 2015
CE 4.3
1. The Patriots won the Super Bowl 28-24, and Tom Brady was the MVP.
My favorite commercial was the FIAT commercial because I thought it was a viagra commercial the entire time, but then switched at the end. It was a clever twist.
2. You can see bison in Texas at Caprock Canyon state park.
3. Oil profits are dropping due to energy companies loosing profits during the oil price drops.
4. My favorite is 'Warming Up for Carnival' because it has lots of colors. It shows evidence of Rule of Thirds and Viewpoint.
5. We don't need a groundhog in Texas because someone has gotten an armadillo to do the job for it.
6. Open carry shouldn't be a big issue. We already have concealed carry, and if anything thats a bigger deal. Being able to hide a weapon and carry it on you? Everyone in the Texas legislature is making a massive deal about weather or not some people will show their off in public. I definitely think it should be allowed, but I don't think it should come at the expense of all this time. it's really stupid.
My favorite commercial was the FIAT commercial because I thought it was a viagra commercial the entire time, but then switched at the end. It was a clever twist.
2. You can see bison in Texas at Caprock Canyon state park.
3. Oil profits are dropping due to energy companies loosing profits during the oil price drops.
4. My favorite is 'Warming Up for Carnival' because it has lots of colors. It shows evidence of Rule of Thirds and Viewpoint.
5. We don't need a groundhog in Texas because someone has gotten an armadillo to do the job for it.
6. Open carry shouldn't be a big issue. We already have concealed carry, and if anything thats a bigger deal. Being able to hide a weapon and carry it on you? Everyone in the Texas legislature is making a massive deal about weather or not some people will show their off in public. I definitely think it should be allowed, but I don't think it should come at the expense of all this time. it's really stupid.
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO
We closely relate aperture the pupil of our eyes.
The smaller the aperture size, the higher the aperture size.
If you have a lower aperture, then the subject of a photo will we sharp and the background will be blurry.
a. Slow
b. Mid
c. Fast
d. Fast
e. Mid
f. Fast
a. Fast (and a flash)
b. Fast (and a flash)
c. Mid
d. Fast (and a flash)
e. Mid
f. Fast
ISO 200
ISO 6400
1. You will capture the motion better
2. You should always use low ISO unless there isn't enough light to capture an image quickly.
3. Only increase your ISO when there isn't enough light. Although sometimes it can help you catch a super fast shot.
DSLR
1. 2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, 22
2. 1 second, 1/60seconds, 1/4000 seconds
3. 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600
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