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JANUARY 2012 LIV-4
MESA fashion show raises money for Somalia
By Cecilia Cardozo THE IDEA of a fashion show began as a simple suggestion for the MESA Club. They took the initiative to convert it into a reality. The event was proof of the dedication that that club members brought fourth; it was set up in a time frame of a mere two weeks. “The MESA fashion show was a success. As an organization, we put on a great show,” Stephanie Yu (12) said. The fashion show was set up as a forum for the country of Somalia. They came to the decision of helping Somalia because it appeared to have the worst case of famine and in the most need of help. “Somalia was chosen because Sabrina Abdala and I really wanted to help and make a change all around the globe,” Mijail Gaytan (12) said. From the beginning they were sure that they needed to carry out the event in as little time as possible. With the determination of their officers and the commitment of their members they were quickly able to get a head start. “The officers kept it professional and did their best,” Gaytan said.
The event took off from the start. MESA were able to round up the outfits and models from the members themselves. It took them a week to be able to start their rehearsals. The whole event took a total of
the way they would walk in the auditorium. “The hardest thing was finding models and teaching them how to model in a week,” Gaytan said. From the success of the event one would never be able to tell
Granger’s MESA created a successful fashion show representing different cultures.
four hours to put together. The members were required to stay after school and practice for the big day. They practiced the order in which they would appear and
that they had troubles starting out. Procrastination was their biggest flaw they believed; they should have started their practice earlier. “We didn’t have enough time. It
Ugly sweaters unite staff Granger High Staff Wear Ugly Sweaters
By Adis Jasarevic FOUR YEARS ago a new tradition had was started by Ms. Oliver for the faculty of Granger High School, Ugly Sweater Day. “It’s a fad, there are stores on the web to order ugly sweaters,” Ms. Long said. For the last four years Granger faculty have been going through old boxes, buying them at the D.I. and even making their own ugly sweaters to wear on Ugly Sweater Day. These “Ugly Sweater Days” have not only been a tradition at Granger High School but people have been doing them all over. “They even make parties at home,” Ms. Long said. Ugly sweaters over the years have become a huge Christmas tradition and every year more and more people are purchasing pointless sweaters for the amusement of Christmas Spirit. So far only faculty have been involved in this Granger tradition, but some are hoping that, even as soon as next year, they introduce Ugly Sweater Day to the entire school, and have students get involved in a four year Granger tradition. Every year the Counseling Center tries to do something new with the tradition to keep people wearing ugly Christmas sweaters. This year there were prizes for the best ugly sweaters, and if students get involved in it next year, these
was all last minute,” Andy Tran (12) said. They were able to work through their troubles. The night of the big day everyone was told to meet an hour before the performance. They were able to raise a
same prizes can be waiting for them. “There are not as many as we would like,” Ms. Sherwood said. If students get involved next year, there would be plenty of ugly sweaters to spice up the halls with Christmas spirit. “A lot of history with ugly Christmas sweaters,” Ms. Sherwood said. Every sweater that is purchased at the D.I. has a fun story that goes along with it. Whether it be a crazy Christmas party, or a sad Christmas breakup, these sweaters are perfect examples of memories of good or bad times people have had together with the family or friends. Christmas is about being with the family and sharing the love that
everyone has for each other. If anyone has any questions concerning Ugly Sweater Day, feel free to ask Ms. Oliver in the counseling center. Just make sure she is free and don’t bother her while she is working. Granger students, the counseling center wants you to get involved next year, the more ugly sweaters the better the tradition will be, and eventually it will become something everyone in the new Granger High School will be doing. Go out and find an ugly sweater that has close memories to you, and share them with your friends at school. It’s time to get involved in Ugly Sweater Day students and let’s make it fun for everyone.
Ms. Oliver, Ms. Sherwood and Ms. Long looking large and in charge in their Christmas Sweaters.
few hundred dollars for Somalia’s cause. The event went smoothly, except for an unexpected event toward the end where a young man stepped onto the stage.
The misunderstanding was taken care of and the show carried on. “He was a run away from California and the confusion was cleared up, he was arrested,” Gaytan said. The fashion show was put together for the benefit of Somalia and in support of their cause, but the students involved were able to benefit from the cause just as well. “Apart from helping out, it allowed us to spread our culture and help the community better understand the diversities,” Yu said. “It helped me exercise my leadership abilities,” Kim Tabligan (11) said. As for plans for the future, the MESA club is interested in more community service activities. They hope to be able to put on another successful forum as successful as the fashion show. They have quite a few ideas in mind. “We hope to be able to do a forum to introduce the subject of sexual abuse and violence among our fellow Lancers,” said Yu. If they bring forth the same commitment as before there is no doubt they’ll do just that, and more.
New you in a new year
By Leslie Plascencia A NEW YEAR is here, and it is time for some resolutions. There is a lot to look forward to with a fresh new start, and a chance to make some good life choices. When a New Year has began, there are so many possibilities, from making new friends, to attempting to get better grades. While some celebrate the New Year on January 1st, the Chinese celebrate anywhere from late January, to early February. When they do, they have big festivals, and family reunions. A tradition that most people take part on, are the Sae Bae Don, or the red envelope, are envelopes that are given to family members with money in them. They often contain an even number of money, such as 2, 4, and 6. They never give money in amounts of 4, because the word ‘four’ In Chinese is very similar to the word ‘death.’ “I am looking forward for the red pocket. That is when you get money from family.” Yuan Ruan (12) said. “The things I am looking forward to this New Year, is to have good grades and pass all my classes.” Belen Hernandez (10) said. Hernandez isn’t all just about school, she also wants to have fun this year, like meeting new people and hang out. Most people forget about, or give up on their resolution, but it is very important to do your best on sticking to it. It is a great
goal to have, and once this year is complete, you can proudly say you achieved at least one thing this year! A very popular resolution is working out, and losing weight. Because it is a popular goal, a lot of people end up quitting, so it becomes a very unsuccessful resolution. A quick tip would be for you to not make the goal to lose weight, but maybe eat healthier. This one is a lot simpler than always dreading that workout, and trying to cut out all of your favorite foods. Making a resolution can be hard, but you need to make sure that it suits you, and it is what you want. Don’t make a goal you know you can’t achieve, because then you are setting yourself up for failure. Make a goal, and try to split it up within the 12 months. This can be an easy and effective way of accomplishing what you want. On a last note, keep the words of Jay Leno in mind, “Now there are more overweight people in America than average-weight people. So overweight people are now average…which means, you have met your New Year’s resolution.”
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