TODAYS NEWS-HERALD

LHHS

THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 9

VOLUME 41

Created by the Advanced Journalism class at Lake Havasu High School

ISSUE 1

BYOD: Stepping out of the comfort zone

By Mykaela Smith
EDITOR

Cross Country team to host 2nd Fun Run

By Wesley Smith
REPORTER

Joining schools of the twenty-first century, Lake Havasu High School is diving head first into the program known as BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). This policy has created a more technology-friendly environment for students everywhere. The plan for LHHS is to allow students to bring in their own electronics such as iPads, eReaders, and Smartphones. Now, this may sound like a student freefor-all, but have no fear because all teachers who plan to participate are given both guidelines and permission slips for parents and students. We [Career Technical Education] have been using devices for awhile, said Shawna Schneikart, CTE coordinator at LHHS. Schneikart also stated that devices are not only computers, but any instrument that students are using. An example would be aerobics classes using fit-

Photo byy Kylie Graham

Haylee Hobday uses an online dictionary with on of LHHS iPads. ness tracking applications. Many teachers have already jumped on board at LHHS. Among the list of participants at the high school, Jenna Lowder, English teacher at LHHS, has inspired many to get involved. She believes that the program will prepare students to use technology on-the-job, rather than for just games. It is worth the setup and monitoring, Lowder said.

Saturday September 22nd will mark the 2nd annual Cross Country Fun Run. This five-kilometer (3.1 mile)) trail around the Bridgewater Links golf course will start at 7am. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in nine different age groups, including the Lake Havasu High School Cross Country team alumni. Registration, which is open to the public, is limited to 200 registrants. Pre-registration is encouraged. Participants must be able to finish the 5k in less than one hour. Race day registration will be $25, and pre-registration is $20. LHHS Cross Country team alumni have a discounted price of $15. All proceeds benefit the LHHSs boys and girls Cross Country program. Preceding the Fun Run is the 30th annual Mark Weston Cross Country team invitational. Participants are encouraged to arrive early to watch.

Knighting our new teachers

A spotlight on the 10+ new instructors settling in at LHHS
By Tabitha Rees
EDITOR

Whether they have just graduated or have years of experience, there is much to learn from all of Lake Havasu High Schools newest batch of teachers for the 2012-2013 school year. Some fresh faces are new to teaching and Arizona. Tim Havens, Jacqueline Jensen, Alyssa Pezone, and Jeremy Wojcicki all come from a New York job fair. Others arent as new, like Resource math teacher Ginger Balboni who had helped out LHHSs study hall and special education programs. Sean Tunnell, physical/general science teacher, completed both real-life science projects and missionary work in Brazil. Early Childhood teacher Karla Desper worked for 12 years in Chandler, including a few years as an assistant principal. Definitely not new to teaching: Owen

Williams. The Spanish instructor, who grew up in El Salvador and has a Ph.D. in Spanish Language, was set to retire last year. Then LHHS needed a foreign language teacher this semester, making this his 51st year teaching. Others have inspiration, instead of experience. Alex Gay, biology/life science, comes from a family of teachers, including our own Sibylle Gay. He also remembers Creative Writing teachers who taught me to think a different way Tim . Havens, whos worked in both high schools and community colleges, remembers his caring and knowledgeable high school math teacher Nelson Beeble. Alyssa Pezone, Resource English/Life Skills, was inspired by her own disabled sibling to pursue special education. She remembers her humorous, outgoing, and loud teachers as she searches for the little light bulb

moments in helping students read. In turn, Math of Money/Algebra 3-4 teacher Jeremy Wojcicki remembers teachers he doesnt want to draw from. Some teachers let questions go unasked, he said. [I want] an open classroom, free to ask questions, no shutting down of knowledge. Its the same with Jacqueline Jensen, sophomore English, whose passion for writing is channeled in her classroom. She has an Inspire Wall Quote of , a Day, and free writing exercises, in hopes of creatively challenging students. All the new teachers have settled in, thanks to our current staff. Alex Gay gives a shout-out to the entire science department, while Karla Desper calls out the entire J-Hall and her awesome mentor, Marie Hendry. Teachers make all the difference, she said.

By Tiffany Malerba

Locker shortage solved

By Zoe Engracia & Tiffany Malerba
REPORTERS

Once again, the halls of Lake Havasu High School are filled with students, both new and old. With a wave of freshmen and new students, the population grew to 1,961 enrolled, compared to the 1,914 lockers in all. S ome students were left carrying all their books (and other school-related things) in

their backpacks, while trying to navigate the different corridors of the school. Most of the people left with no lockers were the new students, and those who wanted more convenient locker locations. Due to the donations of many generous students who have decided to offer their own lockers, the school has managed to fix the problem with 15 to spare. If you do not have a locker and wish to have one, inquire at the Career Center.

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The Knight Life sends its condolences to the family and friends of Daniel Townsend. We are dedicating a full-page feature to Daniel in our September 13 issue. If you want to share your memories, thoughts, and pictures of him, come by room C104 or email to yourknightlife@gmail.com.

JEWELS & JOUSTS Knight on the town:

Tabitha Rees
EDITOR

By Kylie Graham
REPORTER

JEWELS to David Coutts, Robert Fotino, Rebecca Anderson, and Courtney Murphy for taking home the GOLD at the Olympics er, Olympic-esque Skills USA and FCCLA Nationals. It may not be gymnastics or swimming, but they have mad web design and/or fashion construction skills. JOUSTS to the disappearing DE classes, including the long-awaited Nursing Certificate courses. With teacher unemployment such a concern all over, we must be able to drag ONE more qualified educator our way. JEWELS to Bradleys ever-so-gracious gift ofyes, a CAR, ladies and gentlemen. Of course I have that trip next month and everyones already planning Senior Ditch Day and theres already that flu going around and DARN IT. This is going to go to a freshman, isnt it? JEWELS to the freshman class of 2016, or the last of the Daytona Middle School alum who will get the chance to attend ASU and say, Hey, I had 7th grade math in this room! JOUSTS to classes 2019-2025, or rather the people who chose their Future Knights shirts. If were going to make elementary schools wear standardized shirts, at least spend SOME time coming up with an original, and fun, design. And a final JEWEL from Early Childhood teacher Maria Hendry, for the awesome babysitting service provided during pre-service week! Thank you to Miranda Brown, Michaela Delgado, Kyra Cardenas, Breezy Rondeau, Alexia Monroy, Cara Hesch, Krysta Rainey and our graduates Savannah, Alexis, Kassie and Courtney, (who) took care of all our children from all district schools for three days. You ladies are dedicated and you ROCK! Teachers AND students - feel free to submit/suggest Jewels and Jousts for our September edition. Email us at yourknightlife@gmail.com OR just stop by the LHHS Knight Life News Facebook page.

Hula hoop!
REPORTERS

Every Tuesday night there is a loud, fun, and entertaining way to get some exercise. From five to seven p.m. at the Nautical Convention Center, a Hula Hoop Jam is held. Peri Pierson, the creative mind behind the Hula Hoop Jam, is also a part of the fire show

(Hoops With Flames) at the London Bridge Resort. This is an oppurtunity to enjoy music and meet new people. I come here every Tuesday to learn new tricks and meet new people. It is so fun said , Freshmen Caitlyn Crandall. Hula Hoop Jam has a Facebook page with details and any rescheduling, along with updates.

KNIGHT LIFE
STAFF
Editor-in-Chief Tabitha Rees Assistant Editor Mykaela Smith Features Editor Kathleen Rabideau Sports Editor Wesley Smith News Editor Zoe Engracia Photo Editor Kylie Graham Copy Editor Molly Studler Design Editor Katarine Aver Reporters Haley Cooper Jordin Fenderson Tiffany Malerba Daisy Picazo Riley Vodicka

How long have these been here?

By Zoe Engracia & Tiffany Malerba Summer vacation is over, and Lake Havasu High School geared up for the 2012-13 school year. With almost 2,000 students enrolled, occasional infractions will happen, which is why the Knight Life would like to remind the students that the regular school policies are still in place. The school has the same policies, said Mr. Dale Genger, Assistant Principal. We just try to follow the rules. With the new influx of students, 100 more freshmen than last year, he said that it doesnt mean that there should be more offenders. The most strain is actually on the teachers. Due to the large number of students, teachers need more structure in their class, said Genger. He also said that although some may disagree with the school policies, the rules are actually helping.We try to set up a safe environment for kids concerned about their education. However, not everybody sees it this way. I dont like the fact that students can get dropped from classes or dropped a letter grade if they are absent for eight days, said Kaylie Hovdal, junior, speaking of the schools attendance policy. I have different priorities too. She also brought up the dress code and standardized school shirts when she said, Now that elementary school kids also have these shirts, I think its more fair. But Id rather not have them at all. Although opinions differ, the school has set rules for the students to follow, which many teachers believe are for the students best interests.

Adviser Mrs. Norman