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By DELFINA BARBIERO
Features Editor
A novel is to thank for my employment in
Clementsofficial newspaper. The Girl Who
Played with Fire by Siege Larson inspired me
to have a life of adventure, mystery, friendship,
and an adrenalin addiction to life. The novel
follows notorious hacker, Lisabeth Salander
and investigation journalist Mikeal Blom-
kivst. ful country Such an inspiring story put
me in this chair in the hopes of one day be-
coming a journalist like Mikeal. I could have
been a hacker, but unfortunately I am a cave
woman with technology. So in sophomore
year, I changed my elective choice last min-
ute on the course schedule form to newspaper.
It was not as if I was expecting to inves-
tigate Sugar lands mayor for corruption and
embezzlement of tax payers money. I knew
this was a high school newspaper directed to
teenagers, and I am just a teenager. I had to
start with headlines that read, Winter Fash-
ion How To, before, Mayor Embezzles Seven
Million for New Hot Tub. However, I started
with my head in the clouds, completely ignor-
ing that this was simply a school newspaper.
I had not expected there to be such limitation
to my expectation. It was only logical that
that was true, since life is not a thriller novel
and Sugar Land is hardly a setting for one.
Yet, I did not change to a different elective
for my senior year. Instead, I stayed to become
an editor, to stay with friends, for takeout, and
most importantly to write. To write for one day
to investigate the dust bunnies that was swept
under the rug by our beloved United States
government? To be a journalist about winter
fashion? Or just to write for writing sake?
As imaginative as I am, my life is incredibly
simple. My thirst for adventure was mainly
Writers journey to self understanding fulfilled
to write an adventure rather than to be in one.
The question if I will major in journalism
or communication is still up to debate, among
thousands of other questions that will deter-
mine my education in the next four years, This
will in turn determine my career and the rest
of my life. As hyperbolized as that sounds,I
am sure I am not the only senior that feels
this way. The amount of stress only piles on
as all seniors consider selling their kidney
to afford a college education. Despite the
hair pulling question of where I should live
next August, I still manage to write not only
for the school newspaper, but also for me.
By RABAB ZEHRA
Sports Editor
Writing this senior goodbye is one of the most
difficult assignments I have gotten in high
school. These past four years have been quite
a journey and a lifetime experience. When I
joined the newspaper staff freshmen year, I
thought it would be like any other ordinary
class. Little did I know what I signed myself
up for.
As the first year of high school went on, I
made more friends in newspaper than I ever
did in previous grades. The class itself started
feeling like a family and kind of like a safe
haven. Every day for the past four years I have
looked forward to coming to my 5
th
period
journalism class. Being a tier three sports
editor has impacted my decision on where to
go to college and what career to pursue. Both
sports and writing have always been a passion
of mine, but I never thought I could combine the
two. Now that I have three years of experience
of being a sports editor, I hope to join the U of H
newspaper staff and maybe even continue writing
professionally.
High school has been a great adventure and I
will never forget the friendships and experiences
I have made here at Clements. So before I close
another chapter of my life, I would like to thank
all the people who have stuck by my side and
encouraged me to pursue my goals. A special
shout out for my parents, siblings, teachers,
and friends: I would not have gotten this
far without yall, so thanks for being so
supportive.
And last but not least, a very special and
heartfelt thank you goes out to Ms. Carroll
who has been an amazing teacher, mentor,
and friend the past four years. I would not
be where I am without you, and for that I am
very grateful. Love you, Mama C.
I would like to finish the last story I ever
write for newspaper with a quote for my
fellow seniors who are going off to college
next semester.
Youre off to great places!
Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting.
So get on your way!
-Dr. Seuss
Sports editor shares memories
Horoscopes
GEMINI
Today lacks excitement -- but that might be
just what you need. Your real excitement
comes next month. We think it has some-
thing to do with changes, endings, presents,
tears, parties.could it begraduation???!!
CANCER
Your sense of fun is enhanced today, and
you should be able to get others to join you
even if theyre depressed or introverted. If
this includes Senior Pranks, think twice. Is
painting the sidewalk pink and green re-
ally worth missing graduation ceremonies?
LEO
Youll have trouble communicating with loved
ones now, especially family, so take extra time to
make yourself clear. Try skywriting your mes-
sage. Or buy an air horn to get their attention.
VIRGO
You may be making a purchase, or just think-
ing about a night out on the town. Think be-
fore you leap: Make sure you can really af-
ford it. If so, then go for it with wild abandon!
LIBRA
If youre feeling a little tired, its most
likely because youve been over-analyzing
things. Give your mind a rest! For almost
12 years you have studied, been quizzed,
tested, youve had your writing timed, and
read books youd never pick for yourself.
SCORPIO
Is there someone you have your eye on that
you need to muster up the nerve to talk to? If
so, youre in luck. Youll have all the mental
courage you need to initiate any conversation.
But rememberyou only have until June 6!
SAGITTARIUS
Get the most urgent tasks done and then get the
exercise you need. You can start by packing up
your room. That will kill two birds with one stone.
CAPRICORN
Events you might have been scheduled to
attend could be temporarily postponed.
This could leave you feeling somewhat at a
loss because youd planned to be away and
now you dont know what to do with your-
self in the meantime. Celebrate in Sugar
Land. It could be your last summer at home.
AQUARIUS
Change happens and sometimes it is unexpect-
ed. So next December, dont be surprised if your
parents have started using your old room as a
new home gym. They still love you.sort of.
PISCES
Down in the dumps? Worried about the fu-
ture? A get-together with old friends could
be just what you need. Bring pictures from
grade school and middle school. Be glad
the days of break-outs and braces are over.
ARIES
Youll soon have the opportunity to meet many
interesting persons, some in the form of college
roommates. Give this relationship a chance.
TAURUS
The stars will grant you luck, dynamism,
glory and love. But remember, there are al-
ways haters. It is always better to be hated
for success than to be the hater. This year
also encourages you to get better at reading
people and situations before you make your
move. But, make sure you polish up those
moves before you hit the college campus.
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In a graduate program.
Natalie Amante, senior.
Starting grad school at Texas A&M.
Abbey Davis, senior.
Married.
Lee Crenshaw, senior.
College.
Christopher Arrendondo, senior.
In school.
Teddy Zhang, senior.
Working with the Houston Fire Depart-
ment.
Sam Adkins, senior.
Graduated from college with a job in the
Houston area.
Rebecca Cheney, senior.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
On a boat.
Brennan Blaum, senior.
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