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VOLUME X ISSUE II NOVEMBER 2012

Students Will Not Receive Lunch Passes This Year Principal revoked passes for legal and safety reasons

Seniors this year will not be seeing any more of these yellow passes. It is unlikely next year’s seniors will either.

Catalogs confound seniors Bowl graduation depends on fundraising WILLIAM SAN NICOLAS CO-EDITOR IN CHIEF

Seniors fundraising this year face new challenges that might make the $22,000 goal to graduate in the Hollywood Bowl unreachable, making graduation in the auditorium or field a possibility. Some notable differences between the sales device of this year and last include the use of catalogs, switch in fund raising partners, and the variety of items now available to customers; seniors can now offer peanuts and trail mixes, not just chocolate to potential customers. The company that seniors now sell from is called Freedom Fundraising and SAS Counselor Cynthia Ross said that while working with this company, “they were pretty quick in sending out brochures.” Brochures advertising catalogs featuring candles as the item of purchase were considered as well from this organization, but turned down due to lack of selection and because of the higher price of the candles, ranging from “twelve to sixteen” dollars apiece. PAM Counselor Elizabeth Payne said that Freedom Fundraising was actually, “[the] first company we ever worked

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with.” She revealed that the switch between providers was based on an increased profit margin for the school and increased selection for the customers in order to make sales a little more easy. The company seniors sold for last year, World’s Finest, had catalogs available, but the selection was limited to chocolate only and the profit margin seemed less appealing than that of the one offered by Freedom Fundraising. Both counselors confirmed that once the items are sold and the orders are placed, the goods will be delivered to the school, before winter break, but seniors will be responsible for the final delivery of the candies and treats they sold. This effectively limits the pool of customers seniors can sell to. The items in the catalog all cost seven dollars, which will lower the pool of potential buyers alongside the delivery range of seniors, because customers prefer cheaper products. Making the twenty sales to raise $140 may seem strange when the bailout fee is set at seventy, but what may stand as the lurking variable is the fact that the companies giving the senior class things to sell need to make money too. “The company won’t give us their

products for free,” Ross said. However seniors choose to overcome the difficulties in making sales with this new process will ultimately decide how much closer they will be to making it to the bowl this year.

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Hollywood High’s students are up in arms over the loss of the lunch pass. Earlier this year, students were excited to receive their lunch passes as was the tradition in years past. However, they were left confused as to why they were unable to do so this school year. Seniors were especially upset because they are already burdened with their $125-$145 senior dues and the uncertainty of their graduation schedule. The lunch pass was a privilege earned by students who maintained exceptional attendance

and achieved high scores on their standardized tests. Those students were given the little yellow card as a reward and were allowed to leave campus for lunch on select days. It was something many looked forward to and worked hard to obtain. Unfortunately, they will have to look elsewhere for comfort this year. Principal Alejandra Sanchez made the decision to revoke the lunch pass privilege. “We cancelled all lunch passes for the safety of our students,” she said. “It

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is a really huge liability issue.” Although nothing has happened to students off campus so far, Sanchez wants to make sure that nothing will happen in the future. “If a student walks off campus to get something to eat, and something happens to that student, then that student is going to be under my responsibility,” said Sanchez. “Our school is a closed cam-

pus.” The majority of students met this notion with frustration, provoking many to attempt to try and have their voices heard via petition or protest. This will however, prove to be in vain, as this change is permanent. “They can do a petition,” Sanchez said. “I’d love to hear what they think, but it won’t change the decision of the general counsel.” “We were told it (the lunch pass ban) was for liability purposes,” said SAS senior Ike Dayon. “I hope the teachers and staff do realize we worked hard for those passes.”

Best in the West!

School achieves an API of 753 AMBER CORDERO CHRONICLE REPORTER

Hollywood High reached a 753 Academic Performance Index (API) score this year an outstanding rise of fifteen points, thats an amazing eight more than what anyone had expected. API scores are based on the schools overall performance on the CSTs. Principal Alejandra Sanchez and administrators were impressed with the results, since the score was more than what was expected.“ There is always room for improvement. We shared the CST results with the teachers. Teachers can do a data collection analyzing algebra and geometry and think about what to practice,” says Ms. Sanchez. Hollywood scored higher The catalog features a variety of than Bernstein High (605), items from chocolate pretzels to peanut brittle. Everything is Hamilton High (733) Marshall High (742), and Fairfax High priced however, by the seven (746), University High (750), dollar price tag at the top of according to the Great Schools each page. website. The 753 score is lower than North Hollywood High (770), Eagle Rock High (773), Down-

town Business Magnet (807), Bravo Medical Magnet (842), and Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies (907). Teachers, students, and parents were all concerned about the scores on the CSTs. “Parents are so interested, because we have to have an action plan,” says Ms.Sanchez. Ms. Sanchez wants students to have a better performance next year. Ms. Sanchez suggest that students should involve themselves in CST Prep courses. Majority of students received high CST scores and thanked their teacher for preparing them well. “Some of my teachers gave me sample problems and they gave me suggestions on how to eliminate the wrong answers. I was so happy, because I thought since I got advance on two of the subjects I would get my lunch pass,” says SAS student Juliana Campos. Reaching a score of 753 for the first time was an achievement, but students and staff are not stopping until reaching a perfect score of 1000.

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OPINION/EDITORIAL

STAFF EDITORIAL

Students are grounded for lunch

Without lunch passes, the school should provide microwaves for reheating

It has been a tradition in Hollywood High School to

award students who score proficient in the California Standardized Test with lunch passes that allowed them to leave during lunch and buy food from the wide variety of restaurants surrounding the school. It was a great pleasure indeed for students who wanted something different from the usual lunch the school offers and also a fair way to push students to aim for high scores in their CST. To students, it was fair game. Until recently, a sudden decision was made that banned students from leaving campus during lunch that has left the student body outraged. There was no debate to this decision. Just a sudden word from the principal that the tradition of going out to lunch was no more.

The choice was made that prohibited students from leaving was due to “liability issues” that would presumably cause the school problems if any student were to be harmed during lunch period. The burning question in this issue is whether this decision, how it was executed without the consent of staff and students is fair for the school. Is it fair for those who have earned their privilege? Is it fair for those seniors who have already paid the senior dues? Is it fair for those who have followed the rules with their lunch passes? Is it fair for the school that has recently scored the highest API in the west? More heartbreaking for seniors as they have waited for three years to finally have the opportunity to leave every day at lunch, not just on Mondays as juniors and sophomores were only allowed to do. Students, especially seniors,

are now outraged under the situation. Petitions are being circulated, but as of now, the principal is steadfast on her decision, making petitions and similar protests almost futile. If no compromise can be reached that would allow students to leave during lunch, students should be given some degree of what they can eat at lunch. Students should be able to sell food to others as it is their right to choose what is they want to eat, rather than being limited to school food or the food they bring from home. The school should also consider investing in a room where a microwave is present so students can heat food they bring from home. With the decision to eliminate lunch passes being indefinite, students will just have to find some other time to eat at their favorite restaurants.

stop because it is jammed pack with students and it can literally take up to 15-20 minutes for another one to pass- and it will most likely still be full. I hate the idea of being late as do my teachers. I am not always late, but when I am, I must drag myself downstairs to the counselor office and wait in a line that is literally from the office to Chick-Fil-A. It is bad enough that we’re late and that we must stand there for minutes just to get a pass to even sit there and write 25 standards. What’s the point? What are we, kindergarteners? This whole new system is ridiculous- I do not understand why we need to endure this. I am positive everyone knows that being late stinks. I do not need to write “I will not be late to school again” 25 times to learn my lesson. It is just a waste of time and paper.

Teachers almost seem programmed to say that every minute of every class counts. I wasted an entire advisory period once waiting in line to get a silly pass and writing standards. I know that we need to learn from our mistakes, but sometimes it is not always our fault. The whole idea that standards “helps” teach a lesson is not always true. I do not believe that students should receive a penalty if they’re late 5 minutes into homeroom, because sometimes it is a challenge to get there on time. Some of us have siblings to drop off and happen to catch the bus late. Knowing that the situation won’t change anytime soon, administrators should drop the whole standard idea, it’s pointless.

nutrition. I have not come across a single quiet or decently quiet area to study or do my homework. Every allowed section of this school is prone to a massive wave of loudness and socializing-- even the library has been turned into a socializing spot! Some of us just want a place with minimal noise to make our lives easier. Socializing is always fun as long as it does not necessarily interrupt those at work. Few teachers allow their students to come into their class during lunch and nutrition. I don’t blame them for not giving up lunch or nutrition time to their students. It would seem like a hassle for being yet another supervisor for a portion of the stu-

dents. As I am one out of many stressed out seniors in this school, I need as much time as possible in school to get ahead of schedule just as much as others do. College applications and AP classes are very time consuming and require much devotion and sacrifice. My fellow non-AP Literature seniors are also consumed by the rigors of the senior project. The stress is everywhere and some may also want to take advantage of quiet space to focus on their work. Perhaps we can allow students to stay in the hallways? I could have my loud moments at times, but when engaged in thought, I can be as quiet as a silent film.

Standards don’t help diminish tardies

VANESSA GARCIA CO-EDITOR-IN- CHEIF

ome of us are fortunate being able to walk to school, have the school bus pick them up or their parents dropping them off. Unfortunately, not everyone has either of those advantages, and they rely on the public bus to get to school. Every single morning I have to race to my stop because I just cannot afford to lose my usual bus. If I did, then I would be late to class. At times, the bus skips my

Why can’t I find a quiet place to study ?

ELLIOTT GATICA CHRONICLE REPORTER

Senior year has taken a toll on me. Some people seek as much time as possible to stay academically focused in quiet areas. Sadly, administrators are becoming more strict on clearing hallways during lunch and

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MAN ON THE STREET

NOVEMBER 2012

Who would you vote for in the presidential election, and why?

“Obama because he has Obamacare and he’s black.” Erick Chavez, MET, 12th grader

“I would vote for Obama because I don’t want a dumb president and because he likes Hispanics and because of Big Bird.” Jessica Torres, SAS, 11th grader

“Probably Obama because he took over a very hard position after Bush and he has not finished his job yet.” Samara Cibrian, PAM, 12th grader

“Obama because he knows what he’s doing and he’s experienced.” Ashley Williams, PAM, 9th grader

Photo credit: Elliot Gatica Interviewed By: Jennefer Acuna and Elliot Gatica

Seniors choice: sell $140 of candy or pay $70

KIMBERLY SOTO ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

pon hearing the news that seniors would no longer be permitted to sell World’s Finest Chocolate Bars to help

fundraise for our culmination ceremony at the Hollywood Bowl, I was crestfallen. The catalog that replaced it was put in place due to complaints from parents and administrators that selling candy on campus was promoting unhealthy eating habits. Here are some reasons as to why this decision was a bad one. Reason number one: Seniors needed to sell twenty candies from the catalog that was given out. That comes up to a total of $140, twice the amount of the minimum $70 that was needed to graduate at the Hollywood

Bowl, a luxury that is becoming less of an opportunity. Reason number two: We didn’t actually have the candy on hand to sell. We had to place in the orders, wait for them to arrive and hand deliver them ourselves. As a result, selling to strangers on the boulevard was no longer an option. This brings us to reason number three: In today’s society, people are reluctant to pay for something that they will have to wait for. The students have to hand deliver those candies. A major flaw in all of this

was the fact that we had to deliver the candy ourselves. Once again, we can rule that out, unless you don’t mind driving to complete strangers’ homes. Who knows- you might meet your soulmate... or a psychotic housewife. Either way, you get to graduate at the Hollywood Bowl, right? Think again. Last but not least, reason number four: We may not even get the chance to graduate at the Hollywood Bowl due to funding issues. Many students failed to sell any candy and some did not

even pick up their catalogs. If the school does not receive a specific amount of money by students we could be graduating in the auditorium since the field will be in the process of renovation. It is being debated at the moment so all we can do is keep our fingers crossed... oh and pay up the $ 70.

in regards of my political point of view. Just as any other person, may he/she be a politician or not, I feel as though my political opinion is “correct” and that I am simply the most logical person on the planet. My ideals may not exactly be completely similar to those in the Republican or Democratic Party, but I would definitely have to say that when closely looking at each party’s platform, I will most likely be going blue this presidential election. I feel that it would be virtually impossible for any individual president to undo the damage inflicted upon our country that our former administration had dealt and that Obama could do this country some good. Though, that is not exactly why I will vote for the Democratic Party. When the Republicans in Congress denied many of President

Obama’s ideas, they did not do it because they thought they would not benefit the country, they did it because he’s a democratic president and they wanted his presidential term to be a complete and utter failure, correct? Well, if that is the case that is horrendous and disgusting. To deprive your own country of something positive strictly because your president’s political party differs from your own is far beyond atrocious. To commit such a crime surely discredits the party as a whole and makes it seem as though a good majority of the Republican Party cannot be trusted with deciding the greater good of our country. Another reason why I am voting for the Democratic Party is because a religious force has always driven the general platform for the Republic Party. It is

in the very foundations of our nation that church and state should be separated from one another, therefore, one’s religious perspective on abortion or gay marriage is irrelevant in regards of political policies. To deprive a woman of the right to control over her own body and a gay couple the right to eternal happiness simply because your higher being says “no” is ridiculous. It is about what is right, not how you interpret a cryptic religion of which you may not have any understanding about. I may not feel so obliged to go out of my way to vote for an election that I will not have any effect on, but I do suppose that perspective does need a slight adjustment. I would like to voice my own opinions and hopefully make others see the other side of a different person’s platform. I

do not care whether or not I change someone’s mind or not, but it would nice if someone in this country would finally stop and think for a second. There seems to be a lot of action from a lot of people who seem to lack the patience of actually caring about the greater good of their country or the consequences their actions will carry out. Torn between Scylla and Charybdis: “Divided by destiny, torn between death and doom. Destruction by decision, fate shows me my open tomb.” What ever decision my country and I make, whatever candidate wins the election, I just hope we make the right decision; the decision that doe not lead to our death as a nation, literally and/or metaphorically speaking.

First Time Voter: Hoping we all make the right decision

MICHAEL AYOUB CHRONICLE CONTRIBUTOR

ov. 6 will be the first time that I will be voting for anything relevant to the U.S. government and frankly, I’m not necessarily too ecstatic about the matter. To be completely honest, I have never felt any reason or obligation to throw my personal vote into the ballot box. Although it seems, as it may be a regressive trait, I, like many others, am very close-minded

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NEWS

Thefts send bicyclists in search of solution

Cyclists and skaters worry their property being damaged or stolen JACQUELINE PORTILLO OPINION EDITOR

PHOTO CREDIT: JOANNA.BAUTISTA

Hollywood High School has always coped with the issue of bike theft with somewhat closed eyes. Now, with the progressive increase in thefts, there has been a notable depletion in students who ride their bikes to school. The skateboard storage issue in school had been temporarily solved with the implementation of a skateboard locker in secretry Patricia Woods’ office, but will her impending departure be the end of skateboard storage? If so, where will skateboarders put their boards during school hours without carrying it around and risking it getting taken away by an administrator? Bike part theft has seems to have always been a problem in Hollywood High but it was not taken into consideration until student, biker and SAS Senior, Edmundo Rea, took action and walked into the Assistant Principal’s office to complain about his friend’s seat post being stolen during school hours. According to the Assistant Principal, Cassandra Morris bikes are “personal items and the school is not liable,”and that if “bikes are that expensive, leave it at home.” Current bicyclists say the

Roger Carillo carefully locking his bike in the racks located near the parking lot

contrary upon the subject of the bike thefts. Edmundo said, ”Well stolen parts are always a bad thing, but the fact that the school didn’t want to help out is terrible. My friend had his seat post stolen, it’s the same as a teacher were to get his radio stolen from his car. “The location of the bike racks is like the most hidden place on campus with the least supervision possible.The school needs to buy a lock and close the gate during school hours.” TCA senior and bicyclist Christopher Urias agrees, “Well

sadly I was a victim of the stolen parts. They took my seat post and seat as well. I actually think it’s a good idea that there might be bike lockers. At least like that people will at least feel much safer about their bikes.” Brandon Ultreras, who is also a bicyclist, states that he had been hearing about the bike thefts for some time now. “[I] feel nervous about leaving bike tied up to those bike racks ” and that his friends have also been a victim of bike parts theft. [The bike racks] are very old, they are broken and are fragile. We need something

better and more reliable, bike lockers are perfect. We need to feel secure that our bikes are safe so we may get home safe,” said Brandon, an SAS senior. In regards to the skateboards, students have been storing their skateboards in lockers during school hours in the Assistant Principal’s office thanks to Secretary Patricia Woods. With the news of Woods’ departure from school, skateboarders are concerned about the safety of their skateboards, or carrying them around and risking getting them taken

away by an administrator during school hours. “If they remove it, it’s just bad for the school because then all the kids who have boards will carry it around, having the urge to ride it and even get it taken away by the end of the day,” said NMA junior Usmon Muslimbekov, . “It’s also very annoying when someone carries there skateboard around and when you pass by through a crowd in the hallways, you’re likely to get hit by one of them,” Usmon said. “ So keeping and making a skateboard and bicycle locker would be a great idea for Hollywood High and let the students feel more secure about their property.” SAS senior, Victor Tapia agreed. “The skateboard locker is helpful because I don’t have to carry it around campus, and I don’t feel 100% good about leaving it there, but it’s better than nothing,” he said. “It’d be devastating if the skateboard lockers would to be removed, because it’d be a hassle carrying it around and not all teachers let you bring it inside their class.” Bicyclists and skateboarders can join a new campus club that meets Wednesdays at lunch in the auditorium. Katherine Morrison, PAM technical theater instructor, is the sponsor.

Garden sprouts with fresh, healthy greens Volunteers help build and revitalize school garden VICTOR RODRIGUEZ CHRONICLE REPORTER

Hollywood High School’s garden has been around for four years, but it wasn’t until recently that it has been recognized for its improvements. HNAS teacher Joseph Mendizza and the garden project volunteers worked on the garden every minimum Tuesday, Fridays and Saturdays, the garden has received recognition for the work they put into it. “ It teaches students how to

manage a garden and to work as a community,” said SAS senior Hope Guzman who helps lead volunteers in building and maintaining the garden. Mendizza began the program to supplement the culinary program with vegetables and healthy habits. The garden not only beautifies the school, but also supplies the garden project workers with vegetables. The garden is currently planted with tomatoes, lettuce, celery,

dill, onions, and a few other plants. The future plans for the garden project workers are to plant a pomegranate tree and to create a place for compost. Mendizza also plans to expand the garden and increase student involvement. “This garden is for the school. It is not limited to students who worked on it,” said SAS senior and garden contributor Tiffany Martinez.

PHOTO CREDIT: VANESSA GARCIA The garden is located behind the library. The garden grows tomatoes, lettuce, celery, dill, and onions.

TCA expands child development program KIMBERLY SOTO ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

The Teaching Academy will be expanding their Child Development Program in the spring and is encouraging students who have plans of working in the field of education to join. T.C.A.’s child development program is a five-course program that prepares one for a career in education while providing you with college

level courses that one would normally need to pay for. The program is funded by Los Angeles City College and is taught by Rosa Cruz. Upon completing these courses one would be certified as a teacher’s assistant, meaning one would have a job earning $24,280 per year right out of high school. Those who wish to continue and become a certified teacher would go on to either L.A.C.C.

or the University of La Verne and complete the second part of the program which includes more training and courses. These classes are completely free and are worth 10 elective credits and three college credits, although the program’s coordinator, Kelly Bender, strongly suggests students take the class for educational purposes. “The program is a big commitment, the classes are not

just for credit recovery,” said Bender. One class consists of 40 students per semester but will be expanding to 80 students starting in spring. To complete the five courses before graduation from high school, one would need to begin in your tenth grade year during the second semester. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be interviewed by Bender. Some

of added perks included in the program are field trips and LACC I.D. discounts. The classes take place on campus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 and are taught by an official LACC instructor. Those who are interested in joining a college level program that provides the opportunity of paving your future at a young age, see Bender in room 315.

NEWS

NOVEMBER 2012

Roque elected President in mock elections HOLLY SAN NICOLAS COPY EDITOR

The NMA/CAA Presidential Elections took place on Oct. 22 following the students’ campaigns and hard work. NMA Senior Te’Aven Roque was pronounced the winner shortly after. “I’ve never thought myself as much of a clown”, Roque said. In the build up to the 2012 presidential election, Dr. Steven Steinberg, government teacher, once again introduced students to a truly one-of-a-kind experience. “It is a program that allows seniors to run in a mock presidential election,” Steinberg

said, “They campaign, create political parties, and it all leads up to an election in the end.” In doing this, students are given a first-hand experience on how political parties work. It is a rewarding and rigorous process, and according to Steinberg, the students study past political campaigns. They have also created their own political parties- the Patriots Party, the Euthecratic Party, the Honorables Party, and the Progressive Diplomats Party. “We study media and make media,” said Steinberg. During the long-awaited Town Hall meeting, the candidates provided two-minute speeches and a media show. The candidates answered questions on controversial top-

ics like immigration, abortion, the death penalty, and more. This is the fourth year that this has taken place in the NMACA program, and the actual elections that are going on further enhance the excitement and learning experience. Teachers say the students are better able to make the connection and get something out of participating as a result. “I don’t expect them to become politicians. I expect them to become better citizens...I would say some years have been better than others, but in general, everybody takes the leadership positions and campaigns to heart,” said Steinberg.

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College applications in full swing

Help available with personal statements, scholarships The college center is working hard to help seniors meet the Nov. 30 deadline for Cal State and UC applications. All students should turn in their applications before the deadline because procrastination will have its consequences. For out of state colleges and private colleges, the deadline is early January, remember deadlines vary for each college. Last year, the night before Cal State applications were due, there was a blackout that prevented many students from sending in their applications. The college center offers ACT and SAT information. Both exams are accepted equally by colleges, but both test different abilities. Heather Brown, the college counselor, recommends practice exams to see which test is more appealing to a student’s abilities. “There are ACT people

and SAT people. I believe your brain is born either way,” said Brown. She urges students not to wait until the last minute to take their exams. “ In my opinion, the SAT tests you on how well you take the exam. The ACT is more what we call an achievement test that sees how much you have learned,” said Brown. There are also field trips students can sign up for to visit college campuses and get a feel of what college life is like. Even better, some colleges and universities visit the school to inform college-bound students about their educational systems and how it fits their needs. Some colleges that have already visited include Yale, USC, UCLA, Mt. Saint Mary’s, Cal State Los Angeles, and Boston College. Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) is part of the Dream Act that was recently passed to help “dreamers” pay for college. If students have been

Te’Aven Roque speaking in front of the crowd in the mock elections

Senior class plans for perfect graduation VANESSA GARCIA CO-EDITOR IN CHIEF

Seniors working hard at the college center. It is open during nutrition, lunch and afterschool

JOANNA BAUTISTA CHRONICLE REPORTER

PHOTO CREDIT: EDWIN CHAJON

Media students conduct their own campaigns

a resident of California for at least three years, they can eligable for a Cal Grant. The college center offers more information on FAFSA and also offers workshops to work on applications for the program. The college center holds Cal State and UC workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5pm, where students can get help on their applications from Cal State counselors themselves. The college center also offers opportunities for scholarships such as that of the Hollywood High Alumni Association, which offers scholarships to at least 10 seniors each year. The college center works hard to get college information out to students by using e-blast, flyers, announcements, teachers, and even twitter (@ CollegeCenterHH). The college center will be very busy and will continue to be busy for a very long time.

After a long dispute over the senior class song, ballots reveal that this year’s class song would be “Good Riddance(Time of your Life)” by Green Day. Ending the graduation with “Gangnam Style” by PSY was what many seniors hoped for until administrators removed the instant viral song off the class ballot. Senior class sponsors Magnet Counselor Elizabeth Payne and SAS Counselor Cynthia Ross received numerous of seniors voting for “Gangnam Style” to be their class song. “It was a ridiculous amount of votes we got voting in for that song and after a while we just stopped counting” said Ross. More than half the seniors voted for “Gangnam Style” while other voters suggest other songs that were filled with inappropriate language. “It was disappointing to see that the seniors were not taking this serious. They should know that their graduation is at jeopardy and that we are not the ones making the decision. In this case we did what was right which was too removed the song off the ballot

simply because it was beyond ridiculous having it performed during graduation. “ said Ms. Payne. When seniors heard about the idea of having gangnam style as their class song many were frustrated and angry, assuming that the sponsors were the ones that chose it. “I was mad because I thought it was ridiculous that we were having this song that is just a trend to be our class song. Because the class song is supposed to represent our lives and the adventures ahead,” said SAS Senior Ariadna Angulo. Many issues have jeopardize this year’s graduation because a lot of seniors are not participating in school events and fundraising. The possibility of having graduation in the auditorium instead of the Hollywood Bowl has increased. It would be the first time in years that graduation would be held in the auditorium. “We are trying to reach our goal of $22,000 by hosting fun events that will help us fundraise. Seniors need to do their part and help us get to the bowl,” said SAS Senior Rebekka Grammenos.

Relationships go healthy VANESSA GARCIA CO-EDITOR IN CHIEF

Children’s Hospital is offering classes during lunch on Tuesdays to help teenagers build a healthy relationship with their partners. Healthy Start coordinator Haesoon Lee began this program to help students understand the value in a good

relationship. “It is a great program, students should take advantage of it and go the meetings because you learn a lot about yourself and your partner.” said Lee. The program will be there for the rest of the year. It offers great adive and help. A good relationship is a healthy relationship.

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SENIOR CLASS COUNCIL

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J.R. REMPOLA SAS

CC:What are your responsibilities as class president? My responsibilities are to develop a class goal, to plan events , to fundraise and to make sure that the voice of the senior class is heard.

CC:What are some of the ideas that you have plan so far? Some of the plans that I have in mind is to have Shakey’s Night, a roller skating night and Hockey. I plan to make senior year as fun as possible yet still doing my job raising money. CC:Any final comment? Seniors, let’s be determined to make sure we reach our goal of $22,000 and graduate at the bowl.

R E S I D E N T

IKE DAYON SAS

CC:What are your duties as vice president? One of my duties is to be the president’s right hand man and whenever the president is absent it is my responsibility to substitute him and follow the agenda and help the president create the ideas and execute them.

CC:Any final comment? My comment to the senior class is to let them know that they should attend the meetings and to participate in all of the events.

T R E A S U R E R

REBEKKA GRAMMENOS SAS

S E C R E T A R Y

CC:What are your duties as class treasurer? My duties are to handle the money. Right now we only have about $3,000 and we still need $19,000 in order to graduate at the Hollywood Bowl. CC:If we do not reach the goal what would be the alternative? Some of the alternatives would be to graduate in the auditorium. But I highly doubt that would be an option because I know that we will reach our goal. CC:Any final comment? My final comment would be to let the seniors know that we need to fundraise and fundraise.

PRATNYA MONIAGA PAM

CC: As secretary what are your responsibilities? Some of responsibilities would be to keep organized I keep record of everything and I write down basically everything that is said. I help out writing out the documents and making sure everyone is on task. I also keep in touch with the Alumni association to work wih them. CC: Any final comment? I have to say that the senior class needs to be involved as much as possible and that this our graduation and that we much reach our goal and graduate at the bowl.

JUNIOR CLASS COUNCIL T

VANESSA GARCIA SAS

CC:What is your goal as president? “My goal would be to raise about $8,000 this year and have fundraisers to come up with the money. This way seniors won’t have to pay a lot in order to graduate at the Hollywood Bowl. I would want to reduce the senior sell for the upcoming seniors.” CC:What is your message to the junior class?

“My message is to let them know that graduating at the Hollywood Bowl is a done deal, and we must take it seriously. The seniors now might graduate in the auditorium, and it has been our dream to graduate at the Hollywood Bowl.”

V I C E P R E S I D E N T

BARRINA THOMPSON SAS CC:What is your goal a vice-president? “ To let the whole junior class have a voice, to let them be able to participate and make this year the best year it can possibly be.” CC:What would you change a vice-president?

“I have noticed that there is a lack of school spirit so I would make sure that there is more school spirit.”

R E A S U R E R

INTERVIEWS BY: VANESSA GARCIA CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

ASHLEY CARRILLO SAS CC:What are your goals as Junior Treasurer? “My goals as a junior class treasurer is to have the trust of the junior class, help with fundraisers, and keep a good relationship with the student store workers.”

PHOTO CREDIT: EMELY DIAZ AND ASHLEY CARRILLO

V I C E P R E S I D E N

CC:What are your duties as treasurer? “ My duties as treasurer are to keep count of all the money from fundraises and report it to the junior class council and school of our profit from our fundraisers.”

INTERVIEWS BY: EMELY DIAZ CHRONICLE REPORTER

Future President’s Agenda

BARACK OBAMA

VANESSA GARCIA CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

MITT ROMNEY

-Plans to invests in small businesses - Invest in education -Cut down taxes for the middle class -Bring more jobs back into the U.S -Develop every available energy source made into including oil, gas, clean coal, wind, solar, biofuels and nuclear. - Wants to double student campus based student aid and tuition - Since he ended the war he will use the money saved to reduce the deficit. -Believes a women’s health care choices are personal decisions. -Improve Medicare by having free preventive care - Close the “donutnut hole” saving seniors an average of $600 a year -Extend the Medicare by eight years - Will help the hardworking immigrants become citizens of the nation

-Plans for more jobs and more take-home pay -Will eliminate regulations destroying the coal industry -Increase access to domestic energy sources -Give every family access to a great school and quality teachers -Provide access to affordable and effective higher education options -Open new markets for American good and services -Curtail the unfair trade practices of countries like China -Immediately reduce non-security discretionary spending by five percent -Reduce taxes on job creation through individual and corporate tax reform -Replace Obamacare with real healthcare reform that controls cost and improve care -Change women’s healthcare

CALIFORNIA’S PROPOSITIONS

Proposition 31 Proposition 30 Two Year budget CyJerry Brown’s Tax Increase for Educa- cle: tion A YES vote would mean: Certain financial responsibilities of the A Yes vote would mean: The

Proposition 32 Ban on corporate and union contributions to state and local candidates:

Proposition 33 Car Insurance rates can be based on a person’s history of insurance:

Proposition 34 “End the Death Penalty” A Yes vote would mean: No

offenders could be sentenced to death under state law. OfLegislature and Governor, includfenders who are currently unstate would increase personal A Yes vote would mean: Unions A Yes vote would mean: Ining state and local budgeting der a sentence of death would income taxes on high-income and corporations will not be surance companies could offer and oversight procedures, would be resentenced to life without taxpayers for seven years and permitted to use money deducted new customers a discount on change. Local governments that the possibility of parole. The sales taxes for four years. from an employee’s paycheck automobile insurance premicreate plans to coordinate services state would provide a total of The new tax revenues would for political purposes. Unions, ums based on the number of would receive funding from the $100 million in grants to local be available to fund programs corporations, and government years in the previous five years state and could develop their own law enforcement agencies over in the state budget. contractors would be subject that the customer was insured. procedures for administering state the next four years. to additional campaign finance programs. restrictions. A No vote would mean: A No vote would mean: A No vote would mean: The state would not increase Insurers would be allowed to A NO vote would mean: The Certain offenders convicted for personal income taxes or sales A No vote would mean: There continue to provide discounts financial responsibilities of the murder might continue to be taxes. State spending reducwould be no change to existing to their long-term automoLegislature and Governor, includsentenced to death. The status tions, primarily to education laws regulating the ability of bile insurance customers, but ing state and local budgeting and of offenders currently under programs, would take effect unions and corporations to use would continue to be prohibitoversight procedures, would not a sentence of death would not in 2012–13. Ending school in money deducted from an employ- ed from providing a discount to change. Local governments would change. The state would not be early May. ee’s paycheck for political purnew customers switching from not be given (1) funding to implerequired to provide local law poses. Unions, corporations, and other insurers. ment new plans that coordinate enforcement agencies with adgovernment contractors would services or (2) authority to develop ditional grant funding. continue to be subject to existing their own procedures for adminiscampaign finance laws. tering state programs.

Proposition 35 Increased penalties for Human: Trafficking and Sex Slavery:

A Yes vote on this measure means: Longer prison sentences and larger fines for committing human trafficking crimes.

A No vote on this measure means: Existing criminal penalties for human trafficking would stay in effect.

Proposition 36 Modification of the “Three Strikes” Law :

A Yes vote would mean: Some criminal offenders with two prior serious or violent felony convictions who commit certain nonserious, non-violent felonies would be sentenced to shorter terms in state prison. In addition, some offenders with two prior serious or violent felony convictions who are currently serving life sentences for many nonserious, non-violent felony convictions could be resentenced to shorter prison terms.

A No vote would mean: Offenders with two prior serious or violent felony convictions who commit any new felony could continue to receive life sentences. In addition, offenders with two prior serious or violent felony convictions who are currently serving life sentences for nonserious, non-violent felonies would continue to serve the remainder of their life sentences.

SOURCE FROM THE OFFICIAL CALIFORNIA VOTER GUIDE

Proposition 37 Mandatory Labeling of Genetically Engineered Food:

Proposition 38 Molly Munger’s State Income Tax Increase for Education:

A Yes vote would mean: Genetically engineered foods sold in California would have to be specifically labeled as being genetically engineered.

A Yes vote would mean: State personal income tax rates would increase for 12 years. The additional revenues would be used for schools, childcare, preschool, and state debt payments.

A No would mean: Genetically engineered foods sold in California would continue not to have specific labeling requirements.

A No vote would mean: State personal income tax rates would remain at their current levels. No additional funding would be available for schools, childcare, preschool, and state debt payments.

8 NOVEMBER 2012

ENTERTAINMENT

Welcome back to Silent Hill This time the scares are in 3D Nights since there is a maze there and so I wanted to get in the mood! Go watch it!” said Kimberly Vasquez, an opening night viewer. 3D movies are really in style at the moment so having a horror/suspense movie in 3D was just what October needed. While watching Silent Hill: Revelation in 3D people got to have the full experience and they felt part of the movie. The fear and suspense was much more intense. The 3D effects

Silent Hill: Revelation 3D hit theaters on Friday Oct. 26, 2012, just in time for Halloween. The sequel to Silent Hill had people jumping out of their seats as fans watched this film for a good scare. “I am a huge Silent Hill fan . This movie was honestly great and I was really scared. I watched this right before going to Halloween Horror

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JENEFFER ACUNA CHRONICLE REPORTER

make you feel as if you were walking through Silent Hill itself and are the one facing Pyramid Head, the nurses and all the other characters in the movie.

This movie is recommended to those who love a good scare and have the desire to be part of this amazing franchise. Be prepared to face some of your darkest fears as well. Fans of the franchise are taken back to Silent Hill in the new film released in October.

He just needs somebody to love PAM students deliver good laughs and big heart in this year’s fall production

“Play It Again Sam” was held in Ms. Kate Bridges’ room from Nov.1 to Nov. 4. The PAM students did an excellent job in this romantic/ comedy play. Woody Allen wrote “Play It Again Sam” and throughout the play, his own personality was reflected within the characters. The story takes place around the mid 70’s and is

about a socially awkward man named Allen, played by Michael Iuga, trying to find love after his wife leaves him. In spite of his crazy gestures and what one might call an odd sense of humor, he begins to fall into place and realize he is much more of a charmer than he thought he was. Iuga delivers an uncanny impression of Woody Allen, along with the rest of the cast’s performance. Each character was unique in their own way, and the actors

playing those characters did a remarkable job of making the audience laugh throughout the whole show. It’s definitely worth the hard work and time that the performers put in. It was interesting to see the performing arts students perform just as well as professional theatrical actors do. Overall, the play was a success and everyone who participated did very well.

PHOTO CREDIT: DESARAE ZENDEJAS

DESARAE ZENDEJAS CHRONICLE REPORTER

(From left) Bogart( Mantor), Allen (Iuga), and Linda(Godinez) say their final goodbyes

UPCOMING NOVEMBER CONCERTS ARTIST

DATE

VENUE

The Single Ladies Tour: R. Kelly

November 2 and 3

800 W. Olympic Blvd

Yellowcard, The Wonder Years & We Are the In Crowd All American Rejects & Boys Like Girls The Monkees

November 3

November 10

House Of Blues - Sunset Strip 3790 Wilshire Boulevard Greek Theatre

Mumford And Sons

November 10 and 12

2301 N Highland Ave

Jack’s Mannequin

November 11 and 12

5515 Wilshire Blvd

John Legend

November 18

The Wiltern

Wintersleep

November 20

1822 Sunset Blvd

November 3

ENTERTAINMENT

NOVEMBER 2012

Students perform at Whisky a Go Go Musicians were given the oppurtunity of a lifetime on Sunset Strip CHRONICLE REPORTER

Local bands from California got the chance to play at the world famous Whisky A GoGo on Tuesday Oct. 23. 2012. Bands like Tyrannous, End Of Truth, Scarred Condition, The Artist Must Draw, Silent As The Graves and Hollywood High’s very own Exterminate, lived their dream as the played the same stage that bands such as Black Sabbath and many others. Hollywood High has added another notch to that belt. TCA Junior Erick Alvarez is a drummer for the band Exterminate. Playing at the Whisky was great,” he said. “It’s an experience I will never forget.” Other bands like The Artist Must Draw came all the way

from Lancaster, California to put on a great show for their Los Angeles fans. Danielle Musitelle, a 17-yearold from the Van Nuys, California, is the lead vocalist for the band Silent As The Graves. “It was really amazing!” she said of playing at the Whiskey. “The fact that I was standing on the same stage that hundreds of huge artists like Carnifex, I Declare War, All Shall Perish, Guns N’ Roses, Black Sabbath, etc. was just amazing. The fact that all those people came out to support local bands is also an amazing feeling.” It is very rare for teenagers who are in bands to get gigs at venues this big and known. These bands are living their dreams as musicians and they are extremely lucky. “It’s actu-

ally very overwhelming. I know I have a lot to do still, like record and play more shows, but I never thought that I would be where I am today. I’ve worked so hard and I still work hard every day for the band. We’re a family and I love them. I almost cry tears of joy after playing a show. Music is the most beautiful thing in the world and to share my music with others is such an incredible feeling” said Danielle. Supporting local bands is very important. The only way to go out and keep music alive is to go out there and go to these local shows. Remember to check out these bands that have been mentioned and keep supporting local music.

PHOTO CREDIT: JENEFFER ACUNA

JENEFFER ACUNA

The Whisky’s marquee displays the artists scheduled to perform, including bands from Hollywood High.

Tips to Surviving Freshman Year Step by step guidelines by an experienced senior JACQUELINE PORTILLO CHRONICLE REPORTER

High school is always the highlight of anyone’s life. It’s really easy, and simply a breeze to get through it all! If you’re a freshman ready to take in the high school experience, here are a few tips for you.

1. The Last One To Class Is The Golden Egg There’s no better way of showing your teacher who’s boss, than by entering class during the beginning of their lecture. Better yet, take food to feast on during their unnecessary speech. It’s not like you need it for future references, right? There’s nothing better than waking up late, getting some breakfast at McDonalds, and being the cool kid in class. 2. Why Homework? Teachers have to go home and grade papers, so they give us homework so we can ditch our social life to be doing work like them. Stop right there! Homework is for geeks, and let’s be honest, it’s not like the nerds in high school make it in life anyway. It’s not senior year yet, so who cares?

3. It’s Okay To Procrastinate Everybody has a busy life as a teenager. Being a freshman is exhausting! Sleeping through classes, sitting on your tush for almost eight hours a day, and having to walk home right after, you deserve some rest! Having to watch TV, nap, eat, and maybe stare at the wall; there’s no time to do homework. It’s okay, that’s what advisory is for.

4. If He Can Do It, You Don’t Have to. Classes are already tiring as it is, so why waste time studying? That’s what nerds are for. Remember, the key to getting all the answers in life, is by being nice to the geek in class. They’re the “homies”, so they’ll be there for you when you need them, right? Not to mention being there for you during tests and quizzes. 5. Go With The Flow Why plan things? Being spontaneous is best! You have a project due next month, do it when you feel its spirit touches your soul. Don’t go to the project; let the project come to you. Don’t plan, meditate and play Xbox.

6. Get Lost You don’t know your way around school? Great! Don’t be annoying and ask a junior or a senior for directions, you’re not their responsibility. Roam around school until you find the class you’re looking for. Not only do you get to know the school campus on your own, but you get to miss class! 7. Better With A Clique, Than Alone. Are your friends boring and geeky? It’s okay to ditch them. That’s what cliques are for. Find a group of people of the same ethnicity and who find school pointless, and feel to cool for school. 8. Fashion Is Everything How do you expect to be noticed if you wear jeans, a t-shirt, and vans? Ditch your old wardrobe and stay trendy! Go to Forever 21 or a hipster thrift shop to stay on the radar.

PHOTO CREDIT: GOMOXIE.ORG

Album cover for Jepsen’s new album Kiss.

Jepsen’s new album brings some mixed feelings KARRYN HUDSON CHRONICLE REPORTER

Carly Rae Jepsen’s second album “Kiss” was thought to be a perfect follow up to this summer’s big hit, “Call me Maybe”, which took teenagers and celebrities by storm. Unfortunately, the album did not sound like it was going to make it as big as her hits “Call Me Maybe” or the Owl City collaboration “Good Time.” Though the album is very poppy and upbeat, it is a little too poppy and upbeat. It’s at times just plain obnoxious; her other songs had beats that were fun to dance to or sing along, but this album is just annoying. At most, it seems like a half-effort on Jepsen’s part. In the song “Tiny Little Bows” it sounds very rhythmic and has

a lot of acoustics in it. It doesn’t really sound like you would pay attention to the words but if you were to continue to listen to the song you would start to like it. The songs do get very catchy if you were to listen to them repeatedly. Call Me Maybe received so much air time it became the summer anthem of 2012. The music reminds one of something a teeny bopper would listen to. If Jepsen’s primary target was aimed for a younger audience, she achieved her goal. Occasionally, her voice would sound very high pitched and annoying, then add that to the annoying loud beats you could hear behind her voice: it just didn’t go. If there are die hard Carly Rae Jepsen fans out there then go ahead and buy the new CD

10 NOVEMBER 2012

SPORTS

September’s Athlete of the Month Photo Credit:Daisy Alvarez

Photo Credit:Karla Hernandez

Running towards City Finals

Cross Country varsity runners starting off the race DAISY ALVAREZ SPORTS EDITOR Hollywood High’s Cross Country team raced against the Bernstein Dragons on Oct. 25, 2012. The Junior Varsity and Varsity boys and girls won the meet, and 11th grade SAS student Xavier Magana placed first among the JV boys league. On Nov. 1, the team attended league finals at Pierce College. Magana and SAS sophomore Valeria Herrera, along with Varsity

senior runners Alfredo Robles, Karla Hernandez, and the Varsity girls made it as a team. The FroSoph boys made history and achieved something that had not happened in over 33 years: they became League Champions and qualified for city finals as a team. “We’re going to get what we worked for,” said Coach Adolfo Carcano. “Perseverance in the face of adversity.”

New basketball coaches bring new ideas KARRYN HUDSON CHRONICLE REPORTER This year’s basketball season has added on two new coaches for the junior varsity team. Former Junior Varsity Coach Rosa Marin has been replaced by Thara Innocent and Raymond Carrillo. The new coaches aim to get the Junior Varsity team to a league title. Though they are new to Hollywood High, they look forward to getting out on the court with their team. “I decided to come to Hollywood because I wanted to get to a different area. New environment, I like that it’s very diverse here.” said Innocent. “It’s good to get girls that aren’t great because we can make them even better,” said Carrillo.

Both coaches are well prepared. “I’ve been coaching about for six to four years. I have a traveling team,” said Carrillo, who graduated from high school just last year. Innocent also has a league title from her previous school, which was a small private school. “I coached at small private schools, both the boys and girls varsity team. These kids didn’t know how to play much, but the boys varsity team won their section.” The coaches both know that their teams need to work hard and are focusing on their fundamentals, but they will stop at nothing to try making it to the playoffs.

Ronald Clayton SAS Senior DAISY ALVAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

CC:How do you feel about being athlete of the month?

RC:It’s a great thing. I truly work hard. But I think everyone is really an athlete of the month. CC:How long have you been playing football?

RC:I’ve been playing for 7 years, but i’ve been playing football at Hollywood for 3 years. CC:What inspired you to start playing football?

RC;Watching college football games and seeing how intense they were made me want to play. CC:What do you like most about playing football?

RC:I love the excitement, the fun, and the memories.

CC:What is one of the best moments you’ve had on the field?

RC:The first game against Panorama HS, I broke about 5 tackles on the sidelines when everyone thought I was down.

Two drill team members make it to All-City this year”, said Guzman. “I tried out last CHRONICLE REPORTER year but unfortunately didn’t make it. This Two Hollywood High year I was more prepared drill team members both technically and have been nominated to mentally and I’m also participate in All-City to really looking forward to march in the Rose Parade going out there and repon Jan.1, 2013. Senior resenting our school.” SAS student Kelly Flores “My teammate Kelly and Junior SAS student who also made it to All Cinthya Guzman are the City, she told me what to two girls representing expect and of course my Hollywood High school in coach. Before the audinumerous parades such tions she taught us new as the Martin Luther King flag techniques which did Parade, Bandfest, the come in handy. My coach Disneyland Parade and was a member of the Holthe Rose Parade. lywood Drill/Color Guard “Well it’s my third year team so she also had the and I can say I’m happy to chance of being party of be back,” said Flores. “My all city for two years. She first year was my best is currently a party of the year, I can say that I was PCC color guard so she is very ambitious.” a very big help” “I’m really glad I made it Flores will be danc-

Photo Credit: Ashley Carrillo

ASHLEY CARRILLO

From left to right: Kelly Flores, Cinthya Guzman ing with shields while Guzman will be in Color Guard. Guzman said she is “...expecting to learn a lot of new things. Being a flag bearer is going to be a bit of a challenge since I’m drill team, not colorguard year round.”

Flores was in color guard her first year and then decided to do shields her second and third year. According to her, the audition process is very rigorous. The performers must go to En Sereno Middle

School where they first stretch and warm up. Afterwards, the performers participate in an exercise across the floor where they have to do kicks, leaps and turns. Following this procedure, they are then broken up into different groups depending on what positions (such as color guard, shields, and band) they would want to audition for. For color guard and shields, they are given a choreography to learn by a specific time and have to perform it twice in front of judges. The first time they perform the

routine, it doesn’t count just so that the dancers can get rid of the nerves. The second time it counts as the actual audition, then there is a two week waiting period to see who made it to All-City. With the exception of the month of November, practices will be held every Saturday, even during Winter Break. Flores and Guzman would like to “Give credit and thanks to Coach Adele Paez, Ms. Thomson, our sponsor, and the 15 alumni’s.” Flores and Guzman are both very excited and honored to be part of the 2012-2013 All-City Drill Team.

October’s Athletes of the Month

SAS Senior

ELLIOTT GATICA CHRONICLE REPORTER

CC:What advice could you give to future athletes? AR:Don’t be afraid to fail.

CC:What advice could you give to future athletes? TM:Stay strong and do what you love. Don’t let others discourage you.

CC:Do you seek to pursue what you are doing now, like in college? AR: Yes, I hope to run at an NCAA ranked university.

CC:Do you seek to pursue what you are doing now, like in college? TM:I want to do this for scholarships, the experience, and for something I can remember.

CC:How do you feel about being athlete of the month? AR:It feels great! All the hard work is paying off.

CC:Who do you look up to when playing your sport? AR:David Budisha, because he shows that with hard work, anything is possible, even a world record. CC:What is your personal motto? AR:“Train hard, win easy.”

Seniors celebrate victory

Volleyball advances to league finals

CC:How do you feel about being athlete of the month? TM:I’m so honored and thankful and excited!

CC:Who do you look up to when playing your sport? TM:My mom and my aunt who played volleyball so I can follow her footsteps and she got three scholarships for it.

CC:What is your personal motto? TM:”Don’t give up, don’t get discouraged and strive in what you believe.”

Photo Credit:Jose Valcarcel

Lady Sheiks make a winning spike towards the end of the game

Lady Sheiks of Volleyball have completed their season with Varsity’s final record standing at 12-1, while Junior Varsity’s record is 5-8. The final game on Oct. 24th was against Belmont, and Varsity’s win has placed them first in the league. The varsity game began as a ceremony for the

seniors celebrating their final game in the season and in Hollywood High School. Each senior spoke about one another and later received a rose from Coach Burns. “In the beginning we weren’t doing so well, but we pushed each other and reminded ourselves that teamwork is what is going to push us to win every game, and to make us stronger,” said 12th grade SAS varsity player Krista

Lubiano. Eric Burns, coach for the varsity volleyball team, has managed to achieve an almost flawless season. Coaching volleyball for ten years has payed off for the team and has gotten them to city finals for the second year in a row. The varsity team is heading to the finals consisting of semi finals and one final determining the winner of this year’s volleyball league.

Basketball team off to a good start KARRYN HUDSON CHRONICLE REPORTER With the basketball season quickly approaching, the Hollywood High School’s Girls Basketball team is more excited than ever to get back on the court. After losing in the playoffs last year, the girls basketball team is in higher hopes this season with the aid of a more apt team. They are working very hard to try and get that league title, previously taken

by Belmont in a close game in which Hollywood lost by less than five points. Girls Varsity Coach Lou Herron has been putting the girls to work in the hopes that they will be able to go far this season. Herron said, “I think we’re doing okay. We’re on the road to being a good team. We’re trying to find our identity.” Herron said he expects the team to make the playoffs. “Yes, we plan to go all the way this year. We want to go more deep

PAM Sophomore

ELLIOTT GATICA CHRONICLE REPORTER CC:How long have you been playing volleyball? TM:I have been dancing since I was 10 and I was also involved in sports since then as well.

CC:What inspired you to join cross country? AR:I wanted to try a sport that was both challenging and competitive.

VICTOR RODRIGUEZ CHRONICLE REPORTER

Tiaja McKnight

Photo Credit:Elliott Gatica

Alfredo Robles

NOVEMBER 2012

Photo Credit:Daisy Alvarez

Photo Credit:Elliott Gatica

SPORTS

Bernstein Dragons tackle the Sheiks during the third quarter

Sheiks suffer 36-8 loss against Bernstein Dragons JACQUELINE PORTILLO CHRONICLE REPORTER After a good season with a total of five wins and four losses, one of the wins being the homecoming game, the Hollywood Football Sheiks faced a loss to the Bernstein Dragons on Oct. 26. The players were ready for the game against Bernstein after receiving cheer during the pep rally that same day. Hollywood’s first touchdown came on a pass in the first quarter, made by Nery Granados. By the time the first quarter

into the playoffs,” he said. “The freshman, now sophomores, have gotten their feet wet. Last season we were 18 - 8. We want to become better. We also have four new players on varsity and three new team captain, Ingrid Barrera, Ashley Ramirez, and Diana Lopez. ” Herron and the team are looking forward to playing Belmont this season, since it is predicted that Belmont will take lead this year. In spite of the recent loss of

their previous senior captains, the team remains optimistic with the arrival of new ones for this upcoming season. First time captains, Diana Lopez SAS 12th grader, and Ashley Ramirez, SAS 11th grader , had some things to say. “I expect us to win league to win league,” Lopez said. “We got over confident and cocky last season. We only lost two seniors last year, so our team still has experience, and we’re hoping that with an experi-

was over, both teams were tied eight to eight. The Dragons were up 15-8 at half time after taking the lead on a punt return touchdown in the second quarter. Hollywood faced a tough game going back and forth with the scores.Bernstein put up 21 points during the last two quarters, ending the game with a 36-8 score. On Nov.2 ,2012 , the varsity football Sheiks went against Torres High School and won with a score of 23-14. The team now hopes to make it to playoffs and finish succesfully.

enced team we’ll make it all the way,” “Well, it’s different having that position on the team,” said Ramirez. “ I’m honored that our coach has thought to give me the position as one of the captains. It keeps me motivated to try to get back on track and not give up on my team mates. They are like family to me.” With captains and a coach like this, varsity is sure to make it into the playoffs.

October Highlights

Below: LACER’s Dance Guard demonstrated some moves during the peprally. PHOTO CREDIT: AMBER CORDERO

NOVEMBER 2012

Below: Hollywood’s soccer players get ready for a team huddle and chant. PHOTO CREDIT: AMBER CORDERO

FEATURES

PHOTO CREDIT: AMBER CORDERO

Cheerleaders from the LACER program demonstrated some of their tricks on the field during the peprally.

PHOTO CREDIT: ASHLEY CARRILLO

School JROTC achieves a 1,087 score on DAI evaluation DAISY ALVAREZ SPORTS EDITOR

The JROTC Sheik Battalion had their annual Director of Army Instruction (DAI) evaluation on Nov.2, 2012. After three months of continuous practice, the cadets arrived at school early that morning to prepare for the arrival of the Director of Army Instruction Lieutenant Colonel Ted McDonald. All the cadets that participated were a new

generation of members and they experienced a real DAI evaluation for the first time. They were inspected on the information they had learned during their short time in the program, how organized they were as a whole, and what they knew about their positions and ranks in JROTC. The battalion earned a total of 1,087 points out of a possible 1,100, their best score since 2009.

“The administrators were very supportive, and the cadets did an outstanding job. The inspection went really well. I couldn’t be any prouder of my JROTC staff.” said MSG Harris about the evaluation. The next day, the Color Guard competition was hosted by JROTC and they were the third group to participate. “ We’re hoping for a top 5 finish,” said Executive Officer Second Lieutenant Estefani Luna.

PHOTO CREDIT: DAISY ALVAREZ

PHOTO CREDIT: ASHLEY CARRILLO

Below, from left to right: The annual Day Of the Dead altars were presented to the school on November 1, 2012 by Ms. Estangui’s AP spanish class. The altars are dedicated to people who had passed away and left an impact on the world. These altars were made inspire by the creativity of her students. Many of the studemts brought items from their own home.

From Left to Right: Sergeant Major Erick Avila, Captain Freddy Garcia , and Second Lieutenant Estefani Luna. The three go over some notes before a presentation.