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ISSUE 1 January 2012
For horoscopes, see page 11
Press > Sports
Press > inFocus series
A bite into the vending machine
Football coverage, page 6
How healthy is it? Page 5
Porter players rush to the field before their Homecoming game on October 4, 2011. The boys defeated Winston Churchill C.I. 27-7. Press > Entertainment Press > Student Success
Worried about your grades? Visit Room 101 for extra help Page 9
Spielberg: from reel to real A profile of his memorable works Page 7
This month, the Environmental Club and EcoSchools would like to remind SATEC to‌
Stay Green!
Dear readers, First of all, we would like to thank you for reading the first issue of the SATEC Press in 2012! The SATEC Press is a project that we restarted in September 2011 after a short, one-year hiatus. Our mission is simple: to inform, share and update our readers on the latest events at Porter (and occasionally the world), and to serve as a platform for all students to exemplify their writing talents. Our school is renowned for our technological and environmental success. However, other talents exist in the school population and the Press is the ideal podium for aspiring media or arts students to publish their work. If you would like to write for our next issue, please join us at our next meeting or e-mail us, the Editors-in-Chief, at pressatsatec@gmail.com. Due to space limitations, we can only physically publish a limited number of items. That is why we’ve established our own website at www.satecpress.com. Please visit us often for the most recent news (print issues are limited) and creative works submitted by fellow SATEC students (if you would like to submit work, e-mail us at the address above). Many thanks to Bogdan and Ashish for launching the site! Most importantly, our existence as the school’s official newspaper wouldn’t be possible without Mr. Goldthorp and Mr. Noukhovitch, our two teacher-advisors. Their attendance at meetings, article recommendations, publication advice, and devotion in general has helped immensely with starting up the school’s official newspaper again. We sincerely appreciate their support! January’s issue of the SATEC Press, as you’re about to read, contains a diverse collection of writings, commentary, reviews and, in general, information. Our team has worked tirelessly to put this together, and we hope you enjoy it. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please e-mail us and we will be glad to answer you back (your comment may even appear on the next issue of the SATEC Press)! Finally, we would like to thank all the writers, editors, and photographers of the SATEC Press for making this issue possible. “There are many powers in the world, including the power of the pen. Don’t be afraid of using it.”
Yours truly, Max Zhu Eric Liao Editors-in-Chief of the SATEC Press
Teacher-Advisors
News Editor
Mr. Goldthorp Mr. Noukhovitch
Brenda Nagahara
Editors-in-Chief Eric Liao Max Zhu
Entertainment Editor Rajiv Rampersaud
Technology Editor Web Editor Bogdan Stanciu
Jaydeep Mistry
Sports Editor Layout Editor Ashish Shrestha
Writers
Rim El-Jirari
Head Photographer
Rabeya Alam Deb Sharma Angel Gao Navneetha Hardikar Photographer Ajanthan Hariharan Sara Chong Nayab Khan Meryum Mobashar Abir Mokbel Sebastin Noor Melissa Rajaram Shiva Sivapalan Kelyang Tenzin
Contents Waste audit gives chance to correct bad habits .......... 3 A new aquarium – right at home!............................... 3 DECA Regionals – Hands on Deck! .............................. 4 Today’s World Peace ................................................. 4 Health policy failing to provide healthier alternative in schools ...................................................................... 5 Return of the Blue Eagles ........................................... 6 Director of the Month: Steven Spielberg .................... 7 Chill Out—It’s Winter! ............................................... 7 Winter Movie Guide .................................................. 8 Empowered Engineering @ SATEC ............................. 9 Need help? Peer Tutoring is here! .............................. 9 Write-Back! ............................................................... 10 Math Spasm ............................................................. 10 Horoscopes ............................................................... 11
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Waste audit gives chance to correct bad habits Brenda Nagahara News Editor On November the 9th, the Environmental Club (EC) at SATEC hosted an Official Waste Audit that conducted an analysis of our school’s waste management receptacles. The concluding results revealed that the school maintains proper use of the recycling bins, but that garbage cans were not being used correctly.
Tim Horton’s coffee cups: Contrary to popular thinking, Tim Horton’s cups are not recyclable due to a plastic layer built in to keep them waterproof. Please place them in the garbage, not recycling. Also, consider storing coffee in a reusable mug to cut down on the production of coffee cup waste.
Further inquiry revealed that many students were uneducated over proper waste diversion. EC uncovered many items that should not have been thrown in the garbage and recycling bins. Here are some suggestions of what you can do to reduce the production of trash and maintain proper use of waste disposal:
Partially/uneaten food: The waste audit uncovered many partially eaten sandwiches and apples, as well as other large pieces of food waste. These items were barely consumed, yet were probably thrown away when they were fresh. Please pack only what you can eat when preparing lunch, or save food to eat at a later hour. If you dislike the lunch that parents make for you, consider making your own. After all, you know exactly what you would like to eat.
Filled juice containers: EC uncovered many containers in both the recycling and garbage that were filled with different edible liquids. This contaminates the garbage as the juice is ought to leak out and contaminate all the trash in the bin. Please take the time to empty your cups, cartons and bottles before throwing them away by pouring them down the drain or – better yet – by drinking it!
The Environmental Club works tirelessly to preserve our greenspace and beyond.
Taking into consideration these tips will make A sample collection of the a big difference in waste disposal and reduction findings on November 9, at SATEC. Correct your bad disposal habits 2011. and make a positive impact on the environment and the future. It is our world!
A new aquarium – right at home! Navneetha Hardikar WOW! Can you believe it? A brandnew, world-class aquarium – right here in downtown Toronto. Ripley's Aquarium will debut in Toronto, right next to the CN tower, during the summer of 2013. Such an immense project costs over $130 million but this 12,500-square metre facility will house 450 aquatic mammals and over 13,000 sea and freshwater species! The highlighted attraction at Ripley’s is the 96-metre walkway that extends along a lengthy tunnel beneath the lagoon, home to various species of sharks. In addition, this attraction will accommodate different species of tropical inhabitants from the Great Lakes, Atlantic and Pacific Ocean and beyond. Ripley has over eighty-five eccentric
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attractions expanding across eleven countries including ‘Odditoriums’ and Ripley’s Guinness World Records Museums, with locations in Niagara Falls. It started nearly a century ago by Robert Ripley, a selftaught, American amateur artist who travelled across the globe, studying monuments. Using his knowledge, he built remarkable monuments in replica and they continue to be today, despite his passing 60 years ago. Undoubtedly, Toronto’s new Aquarium will draw millions of visitors, and become a great amusement and knowledgeable endeavour for our Torontoni-
ans. It is estimated, based on early figures, that Tourism Toronto will boost revenue by over $50 million and attract (projected) economic aid of $35 million from upper-level governments. Another feather to the City of Toronto's cap? We don’t mind!
DECA Regionals – Hands on Deck! Rabeya Alam Bookworm, Writer, Dreamer DECA, SATEC’s own business-based club, participated in its annual regional competition on Sunday, November 7, 2011. This competitive event set many teeth chattering and many hearts pounding on the day of the event, as students presented a case study analysis before a judge. Students received a single sheet of paper that outlined requirements for their performance and had ten minutes to prepare before presenting their solution to the problem stated. It was a formidable task – practice was done for their specific business topic (for example, Hotel and Lodge Man-
agement) throughout the club meetings over the duration of the leading weeks (every Thursday) but it was recommended that everyone go off and hit the books. After all, practice was essential to charming the judges who repeatedly listen to presenters who propose the same case study – over and over again. They demanded someone (or partners) to provide solutions that were creative and understandable. Confidence (made-up or not) and a loud, clear voice was necessary to illuminate someone’s presentation – and a quick mind that prepared well and could adlib
was the cherry on top. DECA at the Regional level was a challenge for every member of the club and, sadly, many students will discover that they do not qualify for the next level. Would you manage?
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Today’s World Peace Shivappiriyaa Sivapalan Book Lover, Poet
Former President of Egypt Hosni Mubarak resigned on February 11, 2011 amidst a month of violent demonstration that rocked the nation.
Civil war has raged in Sri Lanka in the last three years, affecting many that live there. It was between the Singhalese majority and the Tamil minorities that populate the nation. While much of the war is over, the battles continue in smaller areas. Since the peak of the tension, thirteen peace-making sessions have been called. An entourage of Tamil leaders in the Sri Lankan government was invited to the White House, by Secretary of State Hilary Clinton, in early November to discuss the ongoing circumstances
and share improvements. Following those brief meetings, the group travelled to Canada and visited the Tamil people in England. A further meeting is expected in December to continue these talks. Unlike so many other talks, the Tamil people hope that these discussions will bring success for the nation in forms of equality and individual rights. The Sri Lankan government has denied these wishes before – despite the people’s hopes. Wishfully, the Tamil people will not be disappointed again this time around.
Similarly, the Egyptian state protested for their freedom in mid-2011 against their dictator Hosni Mubarak. A successful campaign, he was ousted after nearly three decades of power and Egyptians today are hopeful for a healthy and rightful leadership. It will be a significant breakthrough for their country, but more for other Arab states facing similar problems.
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Health policy failing to provide healthier alternative in schools Nayab Khan Film Critic, Entertainment/Argumentative Writer, Poet The start of the school year has brought new challenges, new teachers, and a new health policy. The TDSB has implemented a new food policy in which food and beverages are replaced by healthier goods in order to promote students to choose healthier alternatives. The school board has also partnered with Healthy Vending Canada (HVC) in ways to encourage students to eat healthy from the huge line up of healthy goods available to them in vending machines – but are they truly what they stand to be? After many days of research and observations, I not only found misconceptions of the health aspects of these “healthy” snacks and drinks, but also the ridiculous price ranges of these foods. First, the healthy analysis: using the example of Baked Lays Barbecue Flavoured Chips, I noticed the fat content of the product was fairly low (3 grams). However, the total amount of carbohydrates laden within the product stands at a mere 22 grams. Although calories are responsible for weight gain, carbohydrates increase the amount of fat consumed at higher rates and consequently rapid weight gain. 22 grams of speedy fat growth in the body is a pretty high amount, and is sadly stated to be a healthy alternative for students like ourselves. Another indication I would like to draw attention to is the unusual list of ingredient names indicated in the label such as Monocalcium Phosphate, Fructose, Torula Yeast, Dextrose, and Leavening are some of the ingredients present within the chip’s content. These ingredients do not serve any significant health properties to an individual’s well being. Would I consider something added to my
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food called “Acetylated Distarch Phosphate” a health property? Never. “Carbohydrates increase the amount of fat consumed at higher rates, which then leads one to be overweight faster.” Remember folks, if you can’t read it or don’t know what it is – it’s most likely not good for you. Health industries are partiallyresponsible for this matter since the ideas of these foods being labelled as nutritionally “healthy” for kids have become a profitable misconception. However, if the companies do know about the product being unhealthy, why sell it? Well readers, let me tell you of a psychological method these companies do into robbing you senseless. I like to call it “The Food Placebo Effect.” When a company tries to sell a product where certain phrases flash to your eye such as “90 calories per serving” or “low in fat,” the product is implicitly stating that it is not healthy at all for the consumer, and does not significantly help lose weight even if it claims to be low in fat (total bogus). However, consumers start to believe that this low-in-fat product can cut down their weight, and so they buy more, and more of it thinking that it will help eliminate fat. But really, the so-called low-infat trend barely reduces fat. If anything, the individual gains more weight from consuming these products. Thus, products low in fat will not reduce your weight yet consumers still believe that the product will “magically” eliminate all unwanted fat within the body due to their low-fat guarantee commitment, despite the ultimate reality. You’re only allowing more unwanted, processed cultures to enter your body and form a
colony of unnecessary by- products. This not only fails to resolve weight issues for some, but also robs them of their money. Part two of my analysis will discuss the unjust price range of the snacks. I’m sure many or most of you have heard a student in the hallway cry “Yo! These prices are whack! What gives?” or “Dude, even the Dollar Store has more common sense than these pieces of...” well, you get where I’m going. I must admit that $1.25 for one small bag of chips comprised of 80% more air than chips is a pretty cheap offer. If those chips don’t satisfy your craving, maybe a fruit snack or a Rice Krispie bar would please your rumbling tummy? Unless you’re willing to pay for $1.50 on one measly bar (just 25 cents more than a bag of air) of dried fruits, don’t expect much. What also stuns me is not only the price range of these snacks but that the most expensive treat within the vending machines is a Jack Link’s Beef Steak, standing at a price of $2.50 per steak piece. This snack is not only high in sodium content, but filled with preservatives, insane cholesterol values, and goodness knows what else. Overall, these snacks do not meet customer satisfaction at all – they fail to respond to demand, and survive simply on the policy. Now don’t even get me started with the beverages. The idea is practically similar in terms of high substance content (sugar, carbohydrates), artificial flavouring, additives, and so forth. Bottom line is, it’s not the natural kind of healthy the public seeks for.
“Health policy…” continued What a consumer like me, for instance, would suggest is to lower prices first. The price range for something as small as one bag of chips (or air) from the vending machine (1 oz.) should be set on a price of 25cents each, more or less relative to their bulk values. Snack bars should then be 50 to 75 cents more, and drinks at around a buck. That way, students will not gain the need to argue about a product that did not satisfy their foodie needs, or complain about the expense of it all. The price range is fairly reasonable for small quantitative portions of a snack like the ones mentioned.
Next, a healthier line up of products should be considered in order to promote a healthier lifestyle for the students. If the policy ensures students to eat healthy, then companies like HVC should ensure that students acquire a healthy product – and when I mean healthy, I mean untainted by additives or processing, and all the other unnecessary gibberish riddled within these food products. If that cannot be done, why not remove the vending machines altogether? Simply replace them with healthier meals served from a full-service cafeteria.
If the Ministry of Health wants healthier choices, I’ll give you healthy! Here’s step one of doing so: we must always remember that one’s daily physical activity cannot be excluded in terms of maintaining health. Consuming these snacks on several occasions is fine. But the need to consume a large portion, however, will not only provide you with another roll of fat but also total loss in cash.
Return of the Blue Eagles Kelyang Tenzin Tibetan, Athlete, Ultimate Frisbee Player “WHOSE HOUSE IS THIS?! OUR HOUSE! WHOSE HOUSE IS THIS?! OUR HOUSE! ” – echoing from the Spirit Assembly all the way to the backfield, this chant united Porter’s first football team in a decade.
the money was in place...we could go ahead,” said coach Franchetto, speaking regards to the monetary input from the Toronto Argonauts, the Tim Horton’s Foundation and the Rob Ford Football Foundation. And go ahead they did! With practice beginning in the last week With a line of forty-seven players, head of August and continuing each day until coach Franchetto believes in his players. the season officially began, Porter boys “They’ve gone from nothing,” he says, worked hard. They kept this intensity up, “to playing their first game.” A tremen- focusing on the prestige of being a first dous accomplishment for a rookie team! and the accompanying expectations.
ball player, making him grateful of such a golden opportunity. The season ended with a narrow loss to the defending champions, Danforth Tech (16-8) and finished off with four wins and one loss, placing them tied for third in the East Region! The accomplishments and existence of the team can be accredited to the dedication and efforts of Mr. Franchetto, along with other coaches and managers, and the support of the administration.
But sceptics wonder: why football? And For many players, such as Sadben Khan, why now? With such a determined coach this was more; it was the realization of a Although this season has ended, another and supporting staff – why not? “Once twelve year dream of becoming a footwill begin shortly.
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Director of the Month: Steven Spielberg Rajiv Rampersaud Entertainment Editor Yes, he’s the guy that made E.T., Indiana Jones and many other memorable films. And yes – he’s also the guy that most people consider to be the greatest director of all time. But what makes Steven Spielberg (pictured) so special this month? The answer to this question rests with the names of two upcoming films: War Horse and The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn. It just so happens that both of these films are directed by Steven Spielberg, and both of them are releasing this month; Tintin on the 21st and War Horse on the 25th. So, to all the hard-core Spielberg fans out there, and even those of you who want to catch a good flick this holiday season, you’re in for a treat. The Adventures of Tintin is Steven Spielberg’s first animated feature. Based on the popular French comics by artist Hergé, the story revolves around a boy named – you guessed it – Tintin and his companion, Captain Had-
dock, on a mission to recover the Unicorn, a ship that has been lost at sea for over four centuries. However, standing in their path is the Red Rackham, a masked figure who is determined to beat Tintin and his crew to the lost treasure that is buried somewhere inside the sunken boat. The movie, which is currently 86% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, has received universal acclaim from critics and is bound to be one of the highest grossing films of the winter season. If, however, you’re not a fan of animated films, you may want to check out Mr. Spielberg’s other film, War Horse. Inspired by the book and Broadway play of the same name, War Horse tells the story of - not a boy, not a man, but a horse - named Joey and his service throughout the First World War. Before you begin to judge it, take this into account: horses played a key role in the battles that took place over the course of the
Great War. In fact, of the one million horses that were sent abroad from the UK, only about 62,000 returned. And that’s just the UK! By the end of World War I in 1918, millions of horses were reported dead. So, although a number of brave humans died throughout this particularly bloody period of history, many horses, which were just as brave, died as well. In War Horse, we see Joey as he ventures across Europe. He starts off in France, continues in Germany and finally ends up in No Man’s Land, where he is left alone. War Horse releases on Christmas Day, just four days after the release of Tintin. To sum everything up, Steven Spielberg has two movies coming out this holiday season: War Horse and The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn. If you love animation, you should probably check out Tintin. If you love drama and don’t mind shedding a tear, you may want
to check out War Horse. If you’re just a Steven Spielberg fan and will not rest until you’ve seen EVERY SINGLE Spielberg film, then you should definitely watch both films. Critics are saying good things about both films. Maybe you’ll have good things to say about them too. The fact that Steven Spielberg has two films that are releasing just four days apart and are generating a lot of buzz, makes him Director of the Month.
Chill Out—It’s Winter! Abir Mokbel There’s a lot for SATEC students to look forward to this winter season! One event which had, undoubtedly, us talking was the annual semi-formal. Hosted by the Student Administration Council (SAC), The Snowball was held at Ella’s Banquet Hall on December 22, 2011. It was an amazing night to spend with friends after four, long months of school! Another exciting event for students to check out is the Multicultural Show. Although it doesn’t quite take place during the wintertime, the Multicultural Show will be recruiting mem-
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bers over this period – so if you have a hidden talent, now is your chance to reveal it. The Multicultural Show has always been a hit, and we expect this year’s show to be nothing short of AWESOME. Last, but certainly not least, are the various events that will take place in the New Year including bake sales and dress down days from many, many clubs. Among these are the Environmental Club’s Rainforest Café, DECA’s dress down day and business week, SASSY’s Pink Day, VON’s Vow of Silence…I’ve lost track. For more information on upcoming, school events, be sure you listen to the morning announcements. You won’t want to miss any of the events that our school has to offer...in the winter and beyond!
Winter Movie Guide Rajiv Rampersaud, Nayab Khan The season of summer block- won’t disappoint you. busters and horror films may be over, but there’s still plenty Dec. 16: Sherlock Holmes: A more for movie-goers to look Game of Shadows forward to. This winter, you’ll The sequel find movies with singing to the first chipmunks, detectives in movie foldresses, secret agents and lows the much, much more. Excited? adventure of You should be. Let’s take a Sherlock look at some of the highlyHolmes anticipated movies that were (Robert and will be released this winDowney Jr.) ter season: and his companion, Dr. Watson (Jude Dec. 9: New Year’s Eve Law), as they take on the Garry Marshall, director of criminal mastermind, ProfesValentine’s Day, returns with sor Moriarty. Like the first a movie featuring an all-star film, A Game of Shadows will cast that looks at the lives of no doubt contain plenty of various couples prior to ring- action and witty jokes as Robing in the New Year. The sto- ert Downey Jr. reprises his ry may be choppy, as it role as the famous detective. doesn’t just focus on one rela- This, time, however, he has a tionship, but a whole set of new love interest: a gypsy them. If, however, you are in (played by Swedish actress the mood for a rom-com or if Noomi Rapace) who turns out you like stars like Zac Efron, to be quite the fighter. Jessica Biel, Ashton Kutcher and Lea Michele, then this Dec. 21: Mission: Impossible may be a good movie for you. – Ghost Protocol If you’ve seen the first three Dec. 16: Alvin and the Chip- Mission Impossible munks: Chipwrecked They’re back! movies, then Alvin returns you won’t with Simon, want to miss Theodore, this one. Dave and The Agent Ethan Chipettes. Hunt, played This time, once again however, he’s by Tom wreaking Cruise, and his team travel to havoc on a cruise ship. His Dubai, Moscow and Mumbai, behaviour gets him and his all in an attempt to capture friends stranded on an island terrorists that destroyed the where they find someone Kremlin and to prove themwho, well, turns out to be selves innocent of a crime quite the adversary. If you they did not commit. love the crazy antics of Alvin and his crew, this movie Jan. 13: Beauty and the
Beast 3D You know the story...but if
you don’t, check out this film! It was loved by many and still is. The only difference in this production of Beauty and the Beast is that it’s now hitting theatres in 3D. After the successful release of The Lion King in October, Disney plans on adopting many of its classic, animated films in 3D. Expect 3D versions of Sleeping Beauty and Snow White in the near future. Feb. 3: The Woman in Black After starring in the highestgrossing film series of all time, Daniel Radcliffe returns to the big screen with The Woman in Black. Based on the novel of the same name by Susan Hill, the film tells the story of a lawyer (Radcliffe) who a travels to a remote village in order to settle the legal affairs of a deceased woman. There, he discovers the presence of a vengeful ghost who terrorizes the locals and goes by the name, The Woman in Black, hence the title of the film. In fact, it is said that a child dies whenever one sees The Woman in Black. If this summary doesn’t scare you,
the movie trailer definitely will. Feb. 27: Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance The long awaited sequel has arrived for fans of Ghost Rider. The story begins with Johnny Blaze, a.k.a. Ghost Rider (Nicholas Cage), hiding in Eastern Europe and struggling to hold back his curse before it takes over his human form. A division is willing to take on the devil, and one of the individuals within the group (Ciaran Hinds), plans on taking over Blaze’s mortal son’s body on the child’s upcoming birthday. New recruiters will be accompanying Blaze on this fire-spewing action-packed journey that you don’t want to miss! COMING SOON? It has been reported that a Ghost Busters III, Godzilla, Wanted 2, and TMNT Project (unnamed) are in the process of production! Keep an eye out for them in 2012. Stay tuned for the Spring Movie Guide, which features the much-anticipated book-tofilm adaptation of The Hunger Games.
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Empowered Engineering @ SATEC Jaydeep Mistry Technology Editor Each year, there is always something new to see in the tech classrooms; gadgets such as smart boards, programmable robots, breadboards and voting clickers for inclass tests via PowerPoint are integrated into daily lessons. The use of such advanced gadgets allows students to involve themselves in their courses and learn outside their textbooks.
fy for the international VEX Robotics Competition. With all the students’ hard work, hours of planning, building and programming from 2 months prior to the competition, our teams remained in the top 20 and qualified for the finals. Mistakes were made, but after realizing from their mistakes SATEC students will continue to work hard for their last chance at VEX in February in Mississauga. With a lot of Most of all, students of the engineering information gathered from other robots, the type can participate in engineering compe- SATEC teams will make their machines titions such as VEX Robotics, LEGO Ro- better, stronger and smarter to beat some of botics, the Cybernetic Land Walker Chal- the schools who appear atop the scoring lenge, F1 in Schools and countless comsheet every year. puter programming competitions. A great deal of money is invested to supThe VEX Robotics competition, for inport all these projects and gadgets, as VEX stance, was held on Saturday, November robots consist of high-quality chips and 26, 2011. 4 teams from SATEC competed metal equipment. More than that, against 70 other entourages across Ontario SATEC’s technology teachers devote a at Woburn Colligate for a chance to quali- great deal of time out of their personal
Need help? Peer Tutoring is here! Ashish Shrestha Layout Editor, Writer Ever feel like you're just not getting the marks you want? You study and could swear you have the information stamped in your head yet quizzes and tests do not reflect it. You're not alone. There are a lot of students who, with just a little bit of help, could be doing great. Lucky for you, our school has its own tutoring services to help you. For three strong years, senior students have offered assistance to anyone that drops in room 101 afterschool from Monday to Thursday. “It all depends on the initiative that’s made by the Tutee,” says Ms. Deuerlein, student-success teacher and teacher-advisor for the club. So why not make the effort for the mark you want? Most tutors have
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taken the classes you are taking today and – as if the help is not sufficient – teachers from different subjects rotationally supervise and can better reinforce the concepts you learned. “You’re always welcome,” repeats Ms. Deuerlein, “to come (in) as often or as little and seldom as you’d like.” So if it's just reinforcing the day's lesson with the help of a peer or seriously studying for upcoming tests, visit room 101 across the main office to get the help you need – and to get the marks you want.
lives to allow students to complete these projects. Their work behind-the-scenes, such as buying the necessary components for in-class projects or competition, is much appreciated! Ultimately, the funding decision falls upon the curriculum leader of technology, Mr. Sutcliffe. Without his allowance to purchase new computers, software and expensive projects, SATEC teams would not be capable of competing at these extracurricular events. Neither would SATEC have such dedicated students who uphold the competitive challenges of these competitions without their teachers’ support. Thanks to them, we are becoming the wellrounded students of tomorrow!
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Dear Football Anonymous She’s probably reading right now. Dear Football, I love you. Seriously. I go to every single one of your games, and I cheer like a maniac. Just like the rest of the school. We really love you! In fact, we would die without you. Football, you are the Edward to my Bella. I could not live without you. Because I love you. Uh, no. Why are you such a big deal? Yes, you’re back to the school after a whole bunch of lonely years, but did anyone even notice you were gone? Yes, you’re something new to raise school spirit and such, but your home games have an unimpressive attendance. The only one with a significant crowd was the Homecoming game, AKA the one we all got to skip class for and go to. Not much school spirit there. And yes, you’re football. We should be excited about you by default. But why should we make such a big deal out of you? You’re not that impressive. Maybe it’s because you’re new. Something that’s not everyday, something that can break the monotony of homework, school, CLUB, homework, school, FACEBOOK, homework, school, OMGDRAMA. But you’re not the only new thing this year. We have new teachers, new courses, new friends, and new clothes. We’re joining new clubs and changing our statuses. We have a Spirit Squad. The SATEC Press is back, which is why you’re getting this letter filled with angst. But do you care? No, because you’re getting all the attention. But that’s not fair. YOU DIDN’T EVEN WIN. But it’s GO FOOTBALL, right? So, yes. Maybe you’re awesome, and we just can’t really tell. Maybe we’re fans, deep down inside. But if we’re at a game, and the guys beside me are cheering for the other team…well, we’ve never really been known for our school spirit. But I’ll leave it to you to tell the team. And besides, my name isn’t Bella. Love, Me.
Problem Spasm Angel Gao On behalf of the Math Club @ SATEC (The answer to this problem will be posted a week from now on the Math Display board!) You saw a SATEC sweatshirt for $97. You didn’t have the cash, so you borrowed $50 from your business teacher and $50 from your gym teacher. $50 + $50 = $100 You bought the shirt, and had $3 change. You gave your business teacher $1, and your gym teacher $1. And kept $1 for yourself. Now you owe your business teacher $49 and your gym teacher $49. $49 + $49 = $98 + your $1 = $99.
WHERE IS THE MISSING $1? Bought to you by the MATH CLUB. (Tuesdays @ Lunchtime, Room 230; all are welcome!)
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Monthly Horoscopes: January Melissa Rajaram Aries Horoscope (March 20-April 20): Venus and Mars are entering your sign this month and Jupiter making a connection with Mars. But what does this really mean? You may start looking for a new relationship (or cry until you find one). You might even want to go where no one else has ever gone before! But be careful, as going too far may backfire and you’ll end up right where you started. You may come across a pretty good sum of money, though. Overall, life’s looking good.
month so take a deep breath and look at yourself honestly. Take it step-by-step, perhaps beginning with your appearance. What do you look like these days? (NOT including uniforms, nice try though). Do you like it? Do you want to change it up? If yes, then go for it! Keep doing the step-by-step analysis and when you have finished, chances are you might find out more about yourself than you thought you knew.
Libra Horoscope (Sept. 22-Oct. 21): Future goals need to be pursued. Tomorrow starts today, so whatever profession or hobby (a sport, writing, singing, etc.) you wish to make a part of your future demands you to expand it or work rigorously at Taurus Horoscope (April 21-May 20): Even though the it. This could be a little tricky; even though a lot of activities thought of getting that hard earned money makes you feel may be independent, it is more fun to work when you have pretty good, avoid solely focusing on money and nothing else. your friends around you. So get in touch with some of your When you open up to the other things going on around you, friends and see if they would like to join you while you will discover wonders around you that you have never you….practice. really noticed before. Don’t worry; the rewards will come latScorpio Horoscope (Oct. 22-Nov. 21): Think about the longer. They just might even come with something a little extra. term, but does not waste ALL your time on the future. If you Gemini Horoscope (May 21-June 20): Your thoughts in all do, you may miss important details going on RIGHT NOW matters of both mind and heart are insightful but sometimes and mess yourself. Instead, try something else with your free tend to be a little overwhelming. This is why it is really imtime – maybe something you haven’t done for a while. Or portant that you think clearly before you speak because your maybe just take a nap. knowledge could be a model for others as long as you use Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov. 22-Dec. 20): Uh-oh. Communiwords that are not…let’s say sophisticated. Once you keep cation may not be your best attribute this month, and certain that in mind, you should be all set to share your ideas with the relationships may suffer from it. This may lead you to feel world! sad, then upset, and maybe crazy – DO NOT LOSE HOPE. Cancer Horoscope (June 21-July 21): Your friends’ influence Do not pull at your hair or apologize. You need to be calm and on you can be particularly strong this month. What you want try to carry on, and chances are any created problems this and what you actually do will differ greatly from the advice of month will work itself out. Be patient. your best buds. The decisions you make have a possibility to Capricorn Horoscope (Dec. 21-Jan. 19): Your ability to save influence your future so you must be creative! You must take money is pretty strong, contrary to what it usually is. Put it in what you truly believe, what you know (or think you know) a bank – soon. Whatever you do decide to spend, you should about what your friends believe, and figure out what means write it all down so that you can keep track. Who knows, maymore to you. Not sure how? Here’s a tip: just listen to your be this new habit will work itself into your daily routine. heart and go with your gut instinct. Soon, you could be buying what you want! Leo Horoscope (July 22-Aug. 21): Guess what? You will, Aquarius Horoscope (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): What about you is in most likely, get that position of which you dreamed. Whether need of a change? Is it your hair, your hair colour, your style it’s trying out for a sports team, or applying for a job, the likeof walking or maybe your shoes? Perhaps all of these. Perhaps liness of getting what you want this month is much higher none. Attempt something new this month, because the chances than it usually is. Just try not to push boundaries with people of it working out in your favour are exceptionally high. too much, as you may rub people the wrong way. And if you do get what you wanted, try not to brag too much. Just wear Pieces Horoscope (Feb. 19-March 19): You may start to define yourself according to your talents. It is an important phase your gold and be nonchalant. in your life, and any major decisions should be made in acVirgo Horoscope (Aug. 22-Sept. 21): Given the recent circordance to what you think of yourself. Think carefully – but cumstances, you may question the type of person you are this do not over think – or you will second-guess yourself.
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