Julia's portfolio 2019

Julia’s Portfolio 2019

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irst semester, I learned the essential skills needed to use InDesign, so this semester I feel like I spent time practicing what I had learned.

Adamson still helped a lot. In the future, I can use these skills to help with designing portfolios for jobs or putting together stuff.

I can improve a lot with InDesign over all; however, what I need to work on most is making my own decisions on what I want my page to look like instead of asking others. I do not have a lot of confidence in my decisions. Along with making my own decisions, I need to get better at finishing all of my work by the deadline. First semester, I had a problem with this, and I still do now.

I feel like I improved somewhat with deadlines this semester, however, there is still a lot of room

to get better. In the future, I just have to follow a schedule more closely. Teamwork is absolutely necessary in this class. I worked well with others, but in the future, I would like to be more assertive with what needs to be done. I tend to be very quiet.

It is important to work as a team because there are so many different parts of the paper that need to come together as one. This year, yelling at people did not work, but consistently checking in with people seemed to work well. As far as ethics in journalism, I continued to realize how important it is to tell the truth and be objective.

Once or twice, there was an article that was not completely objective, and students would comment on it. It is best to stay neutral so people do not get upset. This year, I think I was very

dedicated to the paper. I came to every Production Day, and if not everything was finished on Production Day, I would stay after until we finished.

I tried to help revise any articles that needed revision when I was needed. Next year, I hope to do more to show my dedication.

This year, my biggest problem was procrastination; however, I managed. There weren’t major hardships or problems that happened second semester besides people not completing their stories, but we always managed. I need to get better at writing at a fast pace and finishing other people’s stories without asking for help. I ask for help and other people’s opinions a lot, as well, which is something that I would like to overcome. I need to be confident in my decisions.

Style

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By Julia Knies

W health editor

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the growing industry of fast fashion, many companies are turning to unethical practices to pump out as many clothes as fast as possible.

“We’ve become a culture that depends on fast consumption, and trends go in and out of style really quickly,” said Paige Russell, the sponsor of fashion club.

Per year, the fashion industry brings in, on average, 1.2 trillion dollars according to the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee. Because of mass production and fast fashion, companies are cashing in and selling tops that are destined to fall apart. This is what keeps customers coming back and buying more clothes.

“I do not think that there is anything that says that they have to tell people [about where companies get their clothing].

They probably have it on some back page, three sections deep, in size one font so that you cannot find it if you- have to. I think they can hide it and they do not have to say,” said Aubrie Gilling, a sophomore.

Some brands are unaware of where their own clothes come from, and some do not design them, they are just acquired

from unknown sources. The price comes from the label. This is dangerous because the working conditions are a mystery to both the consumer and company.

“Ignorance is bliss in some cases, but you do not want to be too ignorant about what is going on,” said Gilling.

Companies place their workers in sweatshops, and often their pay is almost half of minimum wage. Child labor is also prevalent with these companies. In Bangladesh, some workers are paid as little as $7.50 a month, while the legal minimum wage is $48 a month. Also in Bangladesh, children who are forced to work are exposed to formaldahyde, sulphuric acid, and many other harmful chemicals to produce clothing sold in the fast fashion shops. They are dying before they turn fifty according to the World Health Organization. This is only one example among many companies who are forcing people to work around the world.

“A lot of it is overseas, and I feel like a lot of people do not really look [at what is happening] overseas or look deeper into it,” said Claire Gramling, a junior.

Along with the effects on human life, the clothing industry has detrimental effects on the environment. The average t-shirt uses about 2700 gallons

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of water to produce according to Angel Chang, a fashion designer who is working towards widespread ethical fashion. Gallons of chemicals are poured over crops that end up in the ocean.

The most common material used for clothing is polyester.

Every time polyester is washed, it sheds plastic microfibers into the water, causing more pollution in the ocean.

“At this point, it is unacceptable to just accept [fast fashion] as the norm. It’s not worth hurting the environment to get a seven dollar sweater,” said Russell.

Some of the most popular brands are the worst—including H&M, Forever 21, and Zara.

Their popularity came from their constantly overturning products and inexpensive products. These companies often are tangled in scandals, for example, Zara was accused of stealing designs from an independant designer based in Los Angeles.

“Being conscious [of what you are buying] is the most important. Research the brands that you are buying from,” said Claire Gramling, a junior.

While ethical and/or organic clothing brands tend to come with a higher price tag, it is important to consider these brands to bring awareness to, and support, ethical fashion.

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Clothes are cheap. What are the real costs?

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clothes on the racks are often manufactured in countries where children as young as age five are forced to work.

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My most significant piece this year was about the clothing industry on the style page.

It was in the February issue. I remember it being fairly easy to write because I was very interested in the topic.

I also think it was my favorite because I had a lot of time to do research and write it since we did not have a January issue. The editor did not change my article very much from the time when I wrote it to when it was published.

It would have been nice to go more in depth

with the story, but then it would have been way over word count. The only problem with it that was not caught was that I repeated a student’s first and last name twice instead of just using her last name, but it is not that big of a deal. I learned a lot about the ethics of the clothing industry and felt like I was able to convey what I wanted. I really liked being able to have a long time to work on the article because I tend to be very detailed oriented and like to spend a lot of time working on stuff.

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THINKING GLOBALLY AND ACTING LOCALLY, Dove Valley Recycling Plant employees sift, package, and ship materials coming from local households. The plant accepts aluminum, cardboard, commingled glass, plastics, tin, paper, magazines, newspaper, scrap metal, and tires.

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Proposed Green Deal brings controversy to the floor

By Julia Knies

T health editor

HE Green New Deal was proposed as the next

effort to combat climate change; however, it has proven to be controversial because the legislation is set on a rapid timeline

Time is running out

A recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change founded that people have just over a decade to get carbon emissions under control. They also determined that the temperature should not go beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial temperatures, compared to the previous two degrees Celsius above. The decrease of .5 degrees allows for a more sustainable life.

“I think making everything ‘green’ would destroy a lot of businesses. I do believe that [climate change] is occurring, but at a much slower rate than everyone says,” said Dominic Bea, a sophomore.

The mastermind behind the idea To resist this, the New Green Deal was created. Proposed by first-year New York Representative Alexandria OcasioTHE CACTUS SHADOWS PRESS Cortez, this legislation recommends a plan of what the country should do in order to become more environmentally friendly.

Goals for the nation There are five major goals to be accomplished by 2030.

The goals are to reach “net-zero greenhouse gas emissions”; “to create millions of good, high-wage jobs”; “to invest in the infrastructure and industry of the United States”; to have clean air, water, and more for the generations to come; and “to promote justice and equality.”

“I do not think that [zero carbon emissions] is possible.

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In ecology, it is one of the things that we call a ‘wicked problem.’ Initially when you look at it you think ‘oh, there’s no problem with that. All we have to do is this,’ but we forget all the other interactions that we have,” said Janet Anderson, a biology teacher.

Another goal is for all energy in the US to come from sustainable sources. According to the US Energy Information Agency, currently about twenty percent of US energy comes from renewable sources—including solar, wind, hydroelectric, and more. This change would be drastic, especially if accomplished in ten years. Currently, the plan is for 31 percent of the energy to be renewable by 2050.

“Energy wise, we still use a lot of coal, and I do not see that changing very quickly technology wise. I think it would be a good goal, I just don’t see us actually getting there yet,” said Anderson.

On the flip side The Green New Deal has attracted some controversy regarding the high price to execute these changes.

Some are interpreting Ocasio-Cortez as saying that the US needs to “permanently eliminate all Planes, Cars, Cows, Oil, Gas and the Military,” according to a Tweet by President Donald Trump on February 9, 2019.

“Everyone focuses on fossil fuels which are insanely bad for us to keep using, but agriculture and deforestation are huge, in my opinion,” said Max Rigler, a junior. “If you ever go through any supermarket, they have insane amounts of meat. We go through so many cows every year. Obviously they have to grow up, and we have to deal with feeding

By Austin Hagan and them, and they produce methane. That’s where the whole Maja Peirce ‘stop cows from farting’ part of the Green New editors Deal gets a travel and in-depth lot of flack. It sounds stupid, but, in reality, it is a big deal.”

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Chernobyl power plant meltdown causes opposition to replace fossil fuels with nuclear energy.

First Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report saying future global warming seems likely, is released.

China surpasses the United States as largest contributor of CO2 emissions.

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“Getting a juice box spilled on my crotch on the first day of freshman year by my best friend. I was mortified.”

THIS CLOSE TO THE FINISH LINE, Luke Rodriguez, valedictorian, continues to put in his best work in Mr. LaVigne’s English class three weeks before graduation.

Aiming for the stars Valedictorian Luke Rodriguez reflects on his priorities

by Julia Knies health editor

Being named the valedictorian is an honor that many high school students aim for throughout their schooling.

Typically, the valedictorian is the student who has reached the highest level of academic achievement out of all the students, although extra-curricular activities are a factor at some schools as well.

Luke Rodriguez took the title of valedictorian for the 2018-19 school year.

Rodriguez had a hand in many clubs around campus, being the president of Spanish Honors Society, co-president of National Honors Society, and is in Math Club. Outside of academics, Rodriguez works a part-time job teaching children’s Karate.

He will be attending Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University, to study economics, although when he first applied, he was planning on going into political sciences.

“I am not the type of person who enjoys public recognition. When people are like ‘he’s valedictorian,’ it’s a little embarrassing to be that person. My mind set was never ‘I have to be valedictorian,’” said Rodriguez.

His peers in the IB program Nicklus

Cuc, Isabella Sayegh, and Emma Strouse were named the salutatorians this year.

Salutatorian is a title given to the student, or students, with the second highest ranking in their class that year. Again, this is typically measured with their GPA, but also other activities.

“Normally for me, school work usually comes first. On any given day, I’ll come home and I’ll set aside time just to do work. I’ve gotten really good at time managing, and I know how much time certain assignments will take. As I got better with time management, I’ve definitely gotten accustomed to having more free time after I’ve done all my work,” said Cuc. Scott LaVigne is an English teacher that has had the chance to teach these students in their senior year and watch their growth and work ethic.

“To get through that four-year progression to valedictorian, you really have to own your learning. Most of the kids that I have that are in the upper ends of the grades are kids that basically invest in themselves. They go to their teachers, they make sure they’re getting their work done properly, and they’re putting in extra time,” said LaVigne.

Rodriguez is speaking at graduation on the Thursday, May 23.

-Natasha Jarick DO YOU HAVE ANY opportunity for a deeper understanding of ADVICE FOR NEXT YEAR’S material students have learned. “[The students] are going to do lots of SENIORS?

experiential activities, so that way, they’re “Apply to as many scholreally going to get in touch with the local arships as you can.” culture...and it’s stuff that you may not do on -Jordan Anderson -Emily Bergman your own. The whole trip is geared towards the experience in each and every one of the places,” said John Trenton, a French teacher and chaperone of the trip to France.

Chambéry and Southeast France is where the trip to France is focused. Chambéry is an Alpine town situated in France near the borders of both Italy and Switzerland. As well as having Cactus Shadows’ new sister school, Chambéry offers a lot of history.

From the 13th to the 16th century, it was the out I won because it was I’d been is also

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CSP: What was the biggest lesson you Ryan: I don’t really know what made me learned this year? want to be student body president. It was Ryan: The biggest lesson that I learned kind of an inherent thing, like it was just this year was that you have to take a lot of inisomething I wanted to do, there was no spetiative in your own self to become a positive cific one way or the other, it was just someleader in your environment and in your comthing that I had to do. munity, and that’s a CSP: What was your favorite part of being very internal change student body president? Your least favorite? in, like, maturity and Ryan: Honestly, I loved hosting those growth.

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Student president Ryan Pogemiller reflects on challenges of leadership

This was by far my least favorite article I wrote this year. I did all the interviews but did not know how to organize it, so I asked Ryan to help. It wouldn’t have gotten done without him.

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apply what I have learned,” said Ema Cartin, a sophomore going on the trip to France.

The trip is from June 3 to June 13 and is chaperoned by John Trenton and Noemie Neipert, both French teachers.

The Galapagos Islands have been a destination for biology enthusiasts because of the unique biodiversity. Charles Darwin, the biologist who made significant advancements in the theory of Evolution, focused his studies on the archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. He marked the subtle differences of animal species, such as tortoises and finches, between the islands.

“I’m hoping to gain experiences and meet people. The culture will be different in South America, so I’m looking forward to that,” said Brooklyn Presta, a sophomore going on the trip to the Galapagos.

The trip is through EF Tours, a tour company with over 50 years of experience, and it consists of nine days of being in Quito, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. The trip to the Galapagos Islands is from June 5 to June 13, and chaperoning the trip are Janet Anderson, a biology teacher, and Andrew Cupo, a theater teacher.

Some school trips abroad happen over the school year. During spring break, some of the seniors enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program traveled to Greece and Italy to explore cities such as Rome, Florence, and Athens.

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the growing industry of fast fashion, many companies are turning to unethical practices to pump out as many clothes as fast as possible.

“We’ve become a culture that depends on fast consumption, and trends go in and out of style really quickly,” said Paige Russell, the sponsor of fashion club.

Per year, the fashion industry brings in, on average, 1.2 trillion dollars according to the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee. Because of mass production and fast fashion, companies are cashing in and selling tops that are destined to fall apart. This is what keeps customers coming back and buying more clothes.

“I do not think that there is anything that says that they have to tell people [about where companies get their clothing].

They probably have it on some back page, three sections deep, in size one font so that you cannot find it if you- have to. I think they can hide it and they do not have to say,” said Aubrie Gilling, a sophomore.

Some brands are unaware of where their own clothes come from, and some do not design them, they are just acquired

from unknown sources. The price comes from the label. This is dangerous because the working conditions are a mystery to both the consumer and company.

“Ignorance is bliss in some cases, but you do not want to be too ignorant about what is going on,” said Gilling.

Companies place their workers in sweatshops, and often their pay is almost half of minimum wage. Child labor is also prevalent with these companies. In Bangladesh, some workers are paid as little as $7.50 a month, while the legal minimum wage is $48 a month. Also in Bangladesh, children who are forced to work are exposed to formaldahyde, sulphuric acid, and many other harmful chemicals to produce clothing sold in the fast fashion shops. They are dying before they turn fifty according to the World Health Organization. This is only one example among many companies who are forcing people to work around the world.

“A lot of it is overseas, and I feel like a lot of people do not really look [at what is happening] overseas or look deeper into it,” said Claire Gramling, a junior.

Along with the effects on human life, the clothing industry has detrimental effects on the environment. The average t-shirt uses about 2700 gallons

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of water to produce according to Angel Chang, a fashion designer who is working towards widespread ethical fashion. Gallons of chemicals are poured over crops that end up in the ocean.

The most common material used for clothing is polyester.

Every time polyester is washed, it sheds plastic microfibers into the water, causing more pollution in the ocean.

“At this point, it is unacceptable to just accept [fast fashion] as the norm. It’s not worth hurting the environment to get a seven dollar sweater,” said Russell.

Some of the most popular brands are the worst—including H&M, Forever 21, and Zara.

Their popularity came from their constantly overturning products and inexpensive products. These companies often are tangled in scandals, for example, Zara was accused of stealing designs from an independant designer based in Los Angeles.

“Being conscious [of what you are buying] is the most important. Research the brands that you are buying from,” said Claire Gramling, a junior.

While ethical and/or organic clothing brands tend to come with a higher price tag, it is important to consider these brands to bring awareness to, and support, ethical fashion.

Where it all starts...

Clothes are cheap. What are the real costs?

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New Year, new you

clothes on the racks are often manufactured in countries where children as young as age five are forced to work.

Tips on how to maintain your New Year’s resolutions.

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By Grace Carey style editor

AS THE NEW YEAR BEGINS TO UNFOLD, MANY FIND themselves falling short of their once promised New Year's resolutions. Often times, individuals who set too many resolutions do not end up reaching all, if any.

Be realistic Studies done by Psychology Today have shown that about 80 percent of New Year's resolutions fail by February. They suggest asking yourself questions about what areas you would like to improve upon and what obstacles are anticipated.

“I generally don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions, because I just feel that we should be constantly improving ourselves each day and not rely on one day a year to ‘become’ someone else or start a new lifestyle,” said Cheyenne Yerkes, a sophomore.

Experts have weighed in on the fact that resolutions are not often reached, and they believe that in order to achieve them, one must start small and work their way up. Starting small is believed to help because that way one is not overwhelmed with all the new changes in which they are wishing to embark upon.

Setting up a plan

Diet or Die Which diet to choose is a question many people ask themselves, especially with the start of the New Year.

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By Raven Ramirez

W staff writer

ITH the beginning of a new year, comes resolutions. One of the most common is to diet. There are countless options; however, there are a few prominent ones that most choose to follow.

A fad diet is very popular for a short amount of time. According to Health Research Funding, the average American attempts to implement fad diets four times per year, and with 69 percent of fad diets failing, they are not widely successful.

Some of these diets can be harmful, due to their popularity, and the fact that many people would be willing to do anything to lose some weight.

Keto One of the most talked about diets recently is the keto diet. It is a low-carb and high-fat diet that deprives the body of carbohydrates, making it go into ketosis.

Ketosis is a metabolic process in which the body burns fat for energy.

This diet may have some benefits against diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, and epilepsy. However, this diet also can have dangerous effects such as muscle loss,

stress on the kidneys, and dehydration.

Jenna Englund, a senior, is doing a version of the keto diet.

“With this diet, you are not able to eat processed sugars and you have to stay away from glucose and sucrose,” said Englund.

There are several variations of the ketogenic diet, such as the cyclical ketogenic diet that involves periods of higher-carb refeeds, which is a period of time where the body has an overfeeding of carbohydrates. For example, five ketogenic days, followed by two high-carb days.

Optavia Danica Gianni, an English 101 and 102 teacher, is currently on the Optavia diet.

This is a line of diet products created by the people behind the Medifast products.

The diet is based on the products they created to provide all the nutrition a person needs. Gianni has been on this diet for about seven months.

“I am always interested in trying new things and seeing all of these diets, like the keto diet and Isogenics are things that I have tried,” said Gianni.

Paleo Another popular diet is the paleo diet. It focuses on what humans in the Paleolithic

Age would have eaten. It includes eating foods that could be obtained by the early strategies of hunting and gathering and that are not processed, such as lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. The results of this diet can be positive but only if followed correctly. The effects include a larger increase of weight loss, improved glucose tolerance, better blood pressure control, and better appetite management.

MIND The MIND diet is aimed to preserve the function of the human brain. A 2015 study showed that older adults who stayed on this diet experienced a slower decline in thinking skills. The foods eaten on this diet are Mediterranean base such as many vegetables and fruits along with meals that contain nuts, beans, and animal protein.

Unique Wesley Winters, a senior, is on a diet that he has tailored himself.

“I try to stick to starchy and complex carbs because when glucose is readily available in your body, it causes blood sugar to spike and slows down weight loss,” said Winters.

The golden rule with any diet and eating in general is to always check the food labels for hidden, unhealthy ingredients.

“I think setting up a plan, writing it down, and having short intermittent goals to reach that larger goal really helps,” said Kristen Rotenberg, a health teacher.

In order to prepare for setting a resolution, one should first consider making a step by step process on how they plan on reaching their goal.

Richard Wiseman, a British psychologist, came up with a ten step process on how this may be done.

The first step he listed was making only one resolution, then taking time to reflect upon it.

After that, he urges people to not reflect on past failures but rather focus their energy on what is to come. The fourth and fifth steps consist of honing in on what one wants and breaking it down into manageable steps with set deadlines. Wiseman then suggests telling friends and family, creating a checklist, and once each point is reached, rewarding oneself. The final steps are tracking the journey and not taking it too hard if the resolution is set back.

Be flexible Being accepting and flexible with goals is a crucial part of reaching them, because it gives room for mistakes and recovery.

Another thing that should be kept in mind is a support system. More often than not, when backed with positive feedback and motivation, someone is less likely to stray from that path. Talking resolutions through with friends and family has also shown to help reach goals. This is believed to help because having someone to share trials and tribulations with encourages a healthy mind set.

“For my New Year's resolutions, I always want to change so many different things. But mainly, I just make one little change and try to stick to it.

My family also plays a big role in it, because they are always pushing me to be better,” said Lauren Miller, a junior.

In life, many things can be difficult, but New Year's resolutions do not have to be. By following a step by step process and diligently sticking to it, reaching goals can be easy.

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Proposed Green Deal brings controversy to the floor

By Julia Knies

T health editor

HE Green New Deal was proposed as the next

effort to combat climate change; however, it has proven to be controversial because the legislation is set on a rapid timeline

Time is running out

A recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change founded that people have just over a decade to get carbon emissions under control. They also determined that the temperature should not go beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial temperatures, compared to the previous two degrees Celsius above. The decrease of .5 degrees allows for a more sustainable life.

“I think making everything ‘green’ would destroy a lot of businesses. I do believe that [climate change] is occurring, but at a much slower rate than everyone says,” said Dominic Bea, a sophomore.

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Health skin from the sun is something that kids are told to do from a very young age. Different people have different methods to protect their skin from the sun, and some work a bit better than others.

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work 100 percent of the time—is to just not go in the sun. It is impossible to be burned if you do not go outside.

Of course, this is impossible, as the sun gives us vitamin D, which humans need to survive.

“I sunburn pretty easily, so any time I’m in direct sunlight for more than like, one to two hours at a time I’ll be bright red,” said Aubrie Gilling, a sophomore.

Sunburns are caused by excessive exposure to UV light, both UVA light, which is generally associated with skin aging, and UVB, which is associated with sunburns. Certain people are also at higher risk for getting sunburned by being outside too long.

People with blue eyes, light skin, red or blonde hair, or a history of sunburns in the past are more likely to be burned.

“I went to a music festival in late June and it was really hot, like over 100 degrees. I was wearing a tank top, shorts, and a hat, so my face was fine. In the morning when I was first got there, my chest was the one place that I forgot to put sunscreen on, and it got sunburnt. As it healed, it was peeling, and it was pink. It physically hurt to wear shirts because the sunburn was so bad,” said Emily Watters, a sophomore.

Some of the ways to avoid a sunburn would be to avoid prolonged exposure when the sun's rays are at their strongest, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Covering the skin also drastically reduces the chance of a burn when outside.

Tanning beds and sun tanning are also very fast ways to get sunburned.

Tanning beds do not decrease the chance for sunburns. Some can even be the thing that ends up doing the burning. Application of sunscreen generously throughout the day if going outside is also encouraged.

“If there’s a second degree burn, I would suggest you see a doctor because if there’s a blister, that can become infected and you may need antibiotics,” said Linda Killingbeck, the school nurse.

Certain drugs like antihistamines, ibuprofen, certain antibiotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and certain cholesterol-lowering drugs have been seen to increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun.

The FDA is also cracking down on what is and is not allowed in big brand sunscreens. Only 2 of the 16 most common ingredients in sunscreen are considered safe by the FDA, these being zinc oxide and titanium oxide.

“Today’s action is an important step in the FDA’s effort to take into account modern science to assure the safety and effectiveness of sunscreens. The proposed rule that we issued today would update regulatory requirements for most sunscreen products in the United States, to better ensure consumers have access to safe and effective sun care option in line with the latest science,” said FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb.

Protecting your skin with good quality sunscreen and avoiding prolonged exposure are important to make sure your skin stays healthy for years to come.

To resist this, the New Green Deal was created. Proposed by first-year New York Representative Alexandria OcasioCortez, this legislation recommends a plan of what the country should do in order to become more environmentally friendly.

Goals for the nation There are five major goals to be accomplished by 2030.

The goals are to reach “net-zero greenhouse gas emissions”; “to create millions of good, high-wage jobs”; “to invest in the infrastructure and industry of the United States”; to have clean air, water, and more for the generations to come; and “to promote justice and equality.”

“I do not think that [zero carbon emissions] is possible.

In ecology, it is one of the things that we call a ‘wicked problem.’ Initially when you look at it you think ‘oh, there’s no problem with that. All we have to do is this,’ but we forget all the other interactions that we have,” said Janet Anderson, a biology teacher.

Another goal is for all energy in the US to come from sustainable sources. According to the US Energy Information Agency, currently about twenty percent of US energy comes from renewable sources—including solar, wind, hydroelectric, and more. This change would be drastic, especially if accomplished in ten years. Currently, the plan is for 31 percent of the energy to be renewable by 2050.

“Energy wise, we still use a lot of coal, and I do not see that changing very quickly technology wise. I think it would be a good goal, I just don’t see us actually getting there yet,” said Anderson.

On the flip side The Green New Deal has attracted some controversy regarding the high price to execute these changes.

Some are interpreting Ocasio-Cortez as saying that the US needs to “permanently eliminate all Planes, Cars, Cows, Oil, Gas and the Military,” according to a Tweet by President Donald Trump on February 9, 2019.

“Everyone focuses on fossil fuels which are insanely bad for us to keep using, but agriculture and deforestation are huge, in my opinion,” said Max Rigler, a junior. “If you ever go through any supermarket, they have insane amounts of meat. We go through so many cows every year. Obviously they have to grow up, and we have to deal with feeding them, and they produce methane. That’s where the whole ‘stop cows from farting’ part of the Green New Deal gets a lot of flack. It sounds stupid, but, in reality, it is a big deal.”

With its controversy and future modifications, the future of the proposed Green New Deal is undecided.

Restaurants with vegan options increase in popularity

By Karli Kinsey

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EGANISM is a growing trend

in today’s society. More and more people try it out for the sake of its popularity, but they are unaware of the actual health benefits that come along with it. Restaurants are picking up on the trend of veganism and what it has to offer, and the vegan restaurant population is growing.

“I think eating out can be expensive, and you don’t always know what ingredients you’re getting when you eat at restaurants, but it’s getting a lot easier to find vegan options,” said Greer Greenberg, a sophomore. “Some restaurants have just a few vegan options, while others specialize in

their vegan products.”

One extremely popular vegan restaurant is called Picazzo’s, located in Scottsdale, and is known for their dairy and meat free pizzas. They have a regular menu but also offer a completely separate vegan menu. Their variety of food options is what scores them their reputation. They know how to please the people.

“Their vegan menu is awesome, they have vegan chicken strips there. My friend got those one time, I tried them, and they tasted no different then real chicken,” said Maddie Miller, a senior. “I totally recommend nonvegans to try it out because I think that nonvegans have this mindset that tofu and vegan ‘meals’ taste awful, but, in reality, if you go to a place that cooks and prepares vegan food in a professional way, like Picazzo’s, you

would never even know the difference.”

Another very popular eating destination would be Loving Hut, located in Phoenix.

They offer foods from burgers to sushi, and they never disappoint. Finding places that offer vegan Vietnamese food is difficult, which is why Loving Hut is such a convenience for those who prefer to stay away from animal products.

“I love Vietnamese food, so when I found out about Loving Hut I was thrilled. Their food is incredible and tastes like any other type of Vietnamese meal,” said Greenberg.

What many people do not know is that there are health benefits associated with veganism. According to Healthline, going vegan provides many people with advantages including losing excess weight, lowering blood sugar, improving kidney function,

protecting against certain cancers, lowering risk of heart disease, reducing pain from arthritis, and much more. If more people were aware of the benefits to giving up on animal products, more would join the vegan community.

“Unlike many diet fads and trends, I think veganism is here to stay; however, I have yet to commit to it. I know there are many benefits to a vegan diet, especially in terms of helping the environment,” said Jennifer Cento, an English teacher.

Veganism is growing, according to Foodrevolution.org. They say that within these past three year, there has been a 600 percent increase in people claiming to be vegan. It is said to believe that as more people become aware of its health benefits, the trend will continue to grow.

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Living with lactose

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yogurt or other products containing dairy, they just cannot drink a glass of milk.

The prevalence of food allergies in children has also increased approximately 50 percent between 1997 and 2011, now affecting 1 in 13 children in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One of the most common allergens is dairy.

Along with that, people can have a sensitivity to casein, one of the proteins found in milk. It is different from an allergy and lactose intolerance because it can trigger inflammation throughout the body, producing symptoms like sinus congestion, acne flares, skin rashes, and migraines.

and efficient ways to get calcium and other nutrients for decades; however, in recent years, the consumption of milk has decreased. More people are asking themselves if milk is actually healthy.

Today, the average person drinks 18 gallons of milk a year, but in the 1970s, that number was about 30 gallons a year, according to the US Department of Agriculture. Along with that, the sales of milk alternatives such as almond milk, soy milk, and others increased 61 percent from 2012 to 2017, according to Mintel, a company that focuses on market intelligence.

“I know that when you go to a dermatologist, they ask you not to drink too much milk, which is why my opinion on almond milk being superior is valid,” said Gianna Palanzo, a sophomore.

Dairy has been praised for its high nutrition profile. It is rich in protein, fat, and calcium. Just one cup of milk has 28 percent of the recommended daily amount of calcium. A study done in 2013 by Nature Research showed that dairy helped people feel fuller and reduced how much fat they intake overall.

Along with appetite control, it also helps with kids bone development and have better bone health later on.

“I like regular milk, but I really don’t like almond milk. I really wanted to when I tried it, but it’s disgusting. I know being dairy-free is better for you and that there is dairy-free milk, but I just don't see the hype about it. I have milk about five times a week because I drink it in my coffee,” said Sammy O’Connor, a sophomore.

Sammy O’C onnor Although milk provides many nutria sophomore. ents, there are claims and research to show that milk may not be all that great. The consumption of milk has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, an increase in acne, and more.

“In excess, calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin D may disrupt biochemical processes. But milk contains nutrients that are necessary for bone health, maintaining heart health, and reducing the risk of cancer,” said Susan Duncan, the vice president of American Dairy Science Association.

Despite the nutritional benefits of milk, there are continued issues with allergies. About 65 percent of the worldwide population is lactose intolerant, according to the US National Library of THREE SERVINGS of milk is recommended per day by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Myles Hoppes, aged five, Medicine. Some people with lactose intolerance can still tolerate drinks milk, but he prefers to drink chocolate milk whenever he can. 4 AVIANNA HOPPES

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I know being dairyfree is better for you and that there is dairy-free milk, but I just don’t see the hype about it. I have milk about five times a week because I drink it in my coffee.”

Multiple cases of measles and mumps are confirmed in Arizona

By Ryan Bartholomew staff writer

The Arizona Department of Health Services issued a release in early March confirming a case of measles in the state. The Pima County Public Health Department is investigating potential community exposure of the disease after a 12-month-old infant was diagnosed March 6.

“We are working with our healthcare and public health partners to make sure we quickly identify any possible exposures to the community that may have occurred,” said Pima County Health Department Director, Marcy Flanagan.

Another vaccine-preventable dis-

ease, mumps, was also confirmed in Cochise county. The laboratory confirmed case was reported at Elfrida Elementary School. The student who contracted the disease had not been vaccinated in the past.

Washington State experienced an outbreak of at least 58 confirmed cases of measles in January and February. This caused Governor Jay Inslee to declare a State of Emergency and introduction of legislation fighting the anti-vaccination movement that has resulted in the resurgence of the disease in the developed world.

“I think the leading cause of the outbreak was caused by unvaccinated individuals,” said Falon Squier,

a sophomore. “Mumps is easily preventable by the vaccine, but since some parents believe that vaccines are damaging or, absurdly, that they can cause autism, kids are going out to public places with viruses that can spread and evolve.”

The principle being used when parents choose not to vaccinate their children is called herd immunity. While herd immunity is incredibly effective, it is not a 100 percent surefire way to prevent the spread of disease.

“Take a herd of cattle, for example. Say you have two that aren’t immunized. They will be protected by the others around them that are immunized. But when the popula-

tion of those who cannot be vaccinated for whatever reason may come up, it only takes one to bring the virus in and cause it to spread to all the others that are not immunized,” said Linda Killingbeck, the school nurse.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, mumps is a contagious disease caused by a virus spread through the air by coughing or contact with infected secretions from the mouth, nose or throat. It is also spread when there is contact with an infected person’s saliva, such as with kissing, shared eating utensils, water bottles and other items that touch the mouth.

“It’s scary, people not wanting to

get vaccinations for personal reasons like not wanting to support a certain pharmacy. They should be legally required to get vaccinations if they are going to public schools,” said Callahan Schwartz, a freshman.

Measles typically begins with high fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes. Two or three days after symptoms begin, tiny white spots, called Koplik spots, may appear inside the mouth.

With the appearances of measles and mumps becoming more frequent in the past few years, it is more important than ever to be aware of those who are and are not vaccinated so that another outbreak does not occur.

the opportunity to go on a trip to France or the Galapagos Islands.

School trips abroad offer a unique experience, often with more organization than a trip planned by oneself.

The opportunity to travel abroad opens an opportunity for a deeper understanding of material students have learned. “[The students] are going to do lots of experiential activities, so that way, they’re really going to get in touch with the local culture...and it’s stuff that you may not do on your own. The whole trip is geared towards the experience in each and every one of the places,” said John Trenton, a French teacher and chaperone of the trip to France.

Chambéry and Southeast France is where the trip to France is focused. Chambéry is an Alpine town situated in France near the borders of both Italy and Switzerland. As well as having Cactus Shadows’ new sister school, Chambéry offers a lot of history.

From the 13th to the 16th century, it was the capital of its own state. Chambéry is also known for making soaps and perfumes, so the students will get an inside look on the production of those.

“I’ve taken French for about four years now, and I wanted the chance to actually

apply what I have learned,” said Ema Cartin, a sophomore going on the trip to France.

The trip is from June 3 to June 13 and is chaperoned by John Trenton and Noemie Neipert, both French teachers.

The Galapagos Islands have been a destination for biology enthusiasts because of the unique biodiversity. Charles Darwin, the biologist who made significant advancements in the theory of Evolution, focused his studies on the archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. He marked the subtle differences of animal species, such as tortoises and finches, between the islands.

“I’m hoping to gain experiences and meet people. The culture will be different in South America, so I’m looking forward to that,” said Brooklyn Presta, a sophomore going on the trip to the Galapagos.

The trip is through EF Tours, a tour company with over 50 years of experience, and it consists of nine days of being in Quito, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. The trip to the Galapagos Islands is from June 5 to June 13, and chaperoning the trip are Janet Anderson, a biology teacher, and Andrew Cupo, a theater teacher.

Some school trips abroad happen over the school year. During spring break, some of the seniors enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program traveled to Greece and Italy to explore cities such as Rome, Florence, and Athens.

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Seniors look back on high school

By Austin Hagan and Maja Peirce travel and in-depth editors

WHAT WAS THE FUNNIEST MEMORY OF HIGH SCHOOL? “Dropping all of the hot dogs on the ground at feast and fireworks and ripping my LULUS.” -K elsey Harding.

“When we had the assembly with the bikers and one of them fell.”

-Taj Nadesan

“When someone lit a donut on fire in Mr. Cunnane’s classroom.”

-Kiran Gershenfeld

“Getting a juice box spilled on my crotch on the first day of freshman year by my best friend. I was mortified.”

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THIS CLOSE TO THE FINISH LINE, Luke Rodriguez, valedictorian, continues to put in his best work in Mr. LaVigne’s English class three weeks before graduation.

Aiming for the stars Valedictorian Luke Rodriguez reflects on his priorities

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Being named the valedictorian is an honor that many high school students aim for throughout their schooling.

Typically, the valedictorian is the student who has reached the highest level of academic achievement out of all the students, although extra-curricular activities are a factor at some schools as well.

Luke Rodriguez took the title of valedictorian for the 2018-19 school year.

Rodriguez had a hand in many clubs around campus, being the president of Spanish Honors Society, co-president of National Honors Society, and is in Math Club. Outside of academics, Rodriguez works a part-time job teaching children’s Karate.

He will be attending Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University, to study economics, although when he first applied, he was planning on going into political sciences.

“I am not the type of person who enjoys public recognition. When people are like ‘he’s valedictorian,’ it’s a little embarrassing to be that person. My mind set was never ‘I have to be valedictorian,’” said Rodriguez.

His peers in the IB program Nicklus

Cuc, Isabella Sayegh, and Emma Strouse were named the salutatorians this year.

Salutatorian is a title given to the student, or students, with the second highest ranking in their class that year. Again, this is typically measured with their GPA, but also other activities.

“Normally for me, school work usually comes first. On any given day, I’ll come home and I’ll set aside time just to do work. I’ve gotten really good at time managing, and I know how much time certain assignments will take. As I got better with time management, I’ve definitely gotten accustomed to having more free time after I’ve done all my work,” said Cuc. Scott LaVigne is an English teacher that has had the chance to teach these students in their senior year and watch their growth and work ethic.

“To get through that four-year progression to valedictorian, you really have to own your learning. Most of the kids that I have that are in the upper ends of the grades are kids that basically invest in themselves. They go to their teachers, they make sure they’re getting their work done properly, and they’re putting in extra time,” said LaVigne.

Rodriguez is speaking at graduation on the Thursday, May 23.

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Student president Ryan Pogemiller reflects on challenges of leadership

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YOGA AND STRETCHING releases not only muscles but also the feel-good brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine. Lizzy Shipley, a sophomore, takes time during the week to practice yoga.

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Underage drinking increases across the country

By Evan Myers staff writer

America’s legal drinking age is 21; however, many teens find themselves drinking alcohol before that time. Underage drinking has a negative effect on the development of teenagers’ minds and can also lead to addiction.

People 12 to 20 years old account for 11 percent of all alcohol consumed in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“My biggest concern with underage drinking is how easy it is to do it because plenty of students have fake IDs and can still get it easily. I think teens drink as a way to relieve stress and

get a break from school,” said Jaci McNulty, a sophomore.

About 4300 people under age 21 die from excessive drinking per year in the US according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and 85 percent of these deaths are accidental, with the majority of them being caused by car accidents.

“If you get a DUI while underage, you lose your license automatically, or even worse, you kill yourself or someone else in a crash,” said Beth Udisky, a social worker.

In addition to drunk driving deaths, drinking before the legal age can have some very damaging effects, such as brain development

problems, increased risk of alcohol dependence, risky sexual behavior, increased risk of physical and sexual assault, poor academic performance, monetary costs on the community, and death. These effects can happen with any excessive drinking, not just before the legal age.

“I think that ‘wanting to fit in’ and peer pressure also can cause teens to turn towards drinking,” said Kolten Sauber, a sophomore.

Much attention has been paid over the years to the causes of teen drinking. Alongside peer pressure, teenagers drinking is often glamorized in movies and television.

“There is a lot of binge drinking at parties,

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Fighting the Freshman 15 Attending college can be a big stepping point in someone’s life. When a person gets to live on their own for the first time, they get to make their own rules. The problem with this can be overeating, which can quickly become a bad habit. This is how the dreaded “Freshman 15” begins.

Late Nights

Studying past midnight and feeling the urge to eat a pizza may feel like a necessity, but the habit can be contained with a variety of healthy options.

In order to keep the mind healthy, getting the required amount of sleep can be beneficial.

High Temperatures

In Arizona, the first couple months of school weather ranges from the nineties to hundreds. Staying hydrated is a must in the hot summer days.

Working out with friends can be a motivator to go to the gym, and keeping a stock of healthy snacks into the dorms are a big help.

Free Time

There can be a lot of free time during the weekends, and time well spent includes meal planning. Making healthy meals for the upcoming week can be a time saver, and a healthy option.

Having a variety of fruits, vegetables, protein, and carbohydrates will balance the body. Students should not stop themselves from having a cheat meal every once in a while, but attempt to eat everything in moderation.

Though it is a new time to experiment, there are endless ways of how to avoid the “freshman 15” throughout college.

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and teens don’t know their limitations and don’t realize how much it will take them to get drunk. It’s to get as drunk as possible, as fast as possible, although it has recently been less because of the vaping and juuling,” said Udisky.

The National Center for Biotechnology Information documented their research of men and women and their drinking habits and found that 12 to 20 year-old males are more likely to report binge drinking in the past month than their female peers (22 percent versus 16 percent). Overall, thirty percent of those tested from ages 18 to 20 have admitted to binge drinking in the past 30 days.

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