2 June 11, 2008
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Campaign Comparisons Class elections allow students to get a taste for politics and oftentimes mirror American political campaigns
pieces of papers are handed out for the students to vote. “I decided to run because of spending some time in leadership class. I realized how students can make a difference by being in class office,” said sophomore Erin Lashway who ran for junior class secretary. “Sadly, students usually vote for their friends instead of basing their decision on who they think would do a better job,” said Erin Lashway. by Cammisha Manley Unlike the U.S presidential elections where adult votes are based features editor on the people’s experiences and views rather than their popularity. The junior and senior class officers’ main job and priority is to plan Most have noticed that the class election season has passed and prom. For some students, they run because they are interested in all of the posters have been taken down. Sheldon students have politics themselves and think running for high school class office is placed their votes and the results have been announced. Although a good way to start off in that direction. “I’d like to go into politics Sheldon class elections have finished we still have the Democratic or business. The Eurasian conference really got me interested in party nomination between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. politics,” said sophmore Joseph Houck who will be the junior Of course the heat between Clinton and Obama wasn’t the same class president for next year. Elections were held Friday, May for the Sheldon students who ran for office positions this year. 23. Hopefully all those running recycled their campaigning signs. Aside from finding out the results, campaigning is the most enjoyable part of the whole process for those running and is the one similarity to the U.S. Democratic campaign. “In order to win they need to have a status, get their names out and bribing is somewhat involved,” said sophomore Brianna Baxter. The students spend time coming up with catchy phrases and pick the best pictures to catch the students’ attention in the halls. There are no debates on issues in the school like there are for the U.S campaigns. Most the competition involved is how and where the students hang up their signs next to those of their opponents. The students running prepare and present their Greg Cantwell photo quick speeches to share A Sheldon junior makes a speech to fellow students during the class officer elections for the 2008-2009 school year. with their class and the tiny
Dubs Solo Night is a time for deep reflection Dublinaires spend time out of class rehearsing for this special night that has become tradition by Anna Catalano staff writer
June is an exciting time for the Dublinaires of the world (or at least, of Sheldon High School.) As the whirlwind of gigs begins to wind down and summer is right around the corner, these talented singers go forward to end the year with a Solo Night. Tonight (June 11), they will perform one or more songs to express themselves and their passion for singing. Preparation for this night takes long hours of dedication, rehearsals, and teamwork. Sophomore Stephanie Hawkins said, “We use class time to practice, as well as getting together on our own time and at lunch. It takes a lot of rehearsing, and sometimes requires more time than we have.” She will be performing with her
fellow sophomores Hollis Gehrett and Kaitlyn Sage. They chose their song because “it has good three-part harmony and it sounds really cool with our voices.” She also plans on singing another song that features her two brothers, who have been a part of Dubs in previous years. Senior Quang Pham thinks that having a Solo Night is an important part of the whole Dubs experience. “It’s fun and it gives the singers a chance to show their own voices as well as the kind of music they like,” said Pham. “It’s also the seniors’ last chance to perform here at Sheldon.” He prefers the genres of modern and show music, which is why he will be singing a song that was featured in the movie Enchanted. Having a night all about showcasing individual talent is an exciting and wonderful tradition here at Sheldon for all those who are proud to call themselves the Dublinaires.
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October: SAT tests begin. October 31: Halloween “Just because it’s Halloween, ladies, it doesn’t mean you have to dress like prostitutes.”
December 8: Sheldon football wins state championship!
January 1: Sheldon faces a new year. “It’s finally 2008, w00t! Janurary 25: Rendezvous, a studentwritten, -produced, and -directed play, premieres. February 14: Valentines Day- “As lame as a turtle with a broken leg.” March 6: Despite McDonalds gun scare, a majority of students “feel safe at Sheldon.” April 1: Elyse Meyers returns to Sheldon.
May: AP/IB tests begin. May 23: Olivia Girod elected ASB prez.
September 5: School begins!
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October 20: Homecoming “Join the rest of the student body for a magical, musical night at Sheldon.”
December 13: Profile on Dr. Bob’s suits.
January: Creation of “honors medals.”
January 28: Librarian Melinda returns after surgery. Students rejoice. February 15: Dr. Bob goes on maternity leave.
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February 22: Dr. Bob’s 4th child, Amazing Grace Alvalisa Amethyst Bolden, is born. March 14: Daniel Bodily wins Mr. Irish.
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May 22: Blackout gives students 90-minute lunch.