Hot on the Dance Floor! Freshmen Dance Page 6 4400 E. Tenth Street, Long Beach, CA 90815
October 7, 2016
A Royal Announcement at Halftime
Moraga and Williams Awarded Crowns Friday September 30, 2016 marked a memorable night for Homecoming King, Pablo Moraga, and Queen, Arielle Williams. Five Wilson senior girls and five boys had a formal night as they enjoyed their last Homecoming at Wilson. For more Homecoming Highlights, see HOMECOMING, pages 4-5.
New Measure May Bring AC to Bruins Sarah Patton Features Editor
This summer, the Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education approved a bond measure that would beneficially impact older schools in the district like Wilson High School. This measure, called Measure E, is a $1.5 billion school repair and safety bond that has been placed on the November 8, 2016 ballot. In order for Measure E to be approved for LBUSD, it requires approval by at least 55 percent of voters who cast ballots on that day. The bond would prioritize health and safety-related repairs needed to improve Long Beach schools. These beneficial improvements would include energy-efficient air conditioning systems, for the scorching Southern California classrooms that get hot just about year round. It has become evident that schools in the district that are over 50 years old do not meet 21st Century safety and environmental standards; Measure E would ensure that these standards are met. In addition to energy-efficient air conditioning systems, if the measure is approved funds will go
towards repairing school buildings. Additional handicap accessibility and earthquake standards for Southern California buildings would be met. Also, Long Beach Unified schools in the district would be able to receive upgraded technology to improve science and computer labs, libraries, and classrooms. Supporters of Measure E say that it benefits the students directly because in today’s world, technology plays a huge role on daily life. The money for the bond would also improve the safety of indoor and outdoor recreational areas. This includes schools’ fields, gyms and swimming pools. All of these improvements will help to benefit the Long Beach community. Opponents of Measure E worry about
“The bond would prioritize health and safety-related repair needs.”
rising property taxes, misappropriation of funding towards administrator and staff salaries, and the possibility of poor oversight of the funds. However, LBUSD’s website says that the funding will be monitored by an Indepedent Oversight Committee and that no money will be spent on salaries. For more on Measure E, visit the lbschools.net website and search for “Measure E.”
Pathways are Coming to Wilson Next Year Andrea Torres
Editor-in-Chief
As the new school year progresses at Wilson, students and staff are learning about new changes that are coming to Wilson next year, specifically the Pathways Program that will allow students to follow an educational pathway based on five fields of career study. The Pathways Program at Wilson is part of the statewide Linked Learning program in which educational classes base emphasis on work that is relevant to real life situations with a career focus. This program keeps students on track in a career pathway from ninth through twelfth grades. The five pathways are Public Service; Biomedical (Project Lead the Way); Arts, Media and Entertainment; Energy and Environmental Technology; and Computer Science (Project Lead
the Way). According to Edward Steinhauser, Project Lead the Way is a prescribed and national curriculum that works in conjunction with industry sector as well as universities to provide students with a classroom experience that mimics what it is like in the real world. The entire project is run by the Pathway Coordinator, Steinhauser, and each individual program is run by Lead Teachers who have been elected by their peers. “The Lead Teacher’s job is to help with the creation, the implementation, and the revision of each of the Pathways,” Steinhauser said. When eighth grade students apply to Wilson they will either apply to WAVE (Wilson’s program for top scholars) or one of the five pathways. Should students change their minds about a pathway, they will be given an
opportunity to transfer to other pathways. The ability to transfer to other pathways ends in one’s junior year.. This gives the students two years to get a feel for the pathway they chose. In addition to the Pathways program, it is possible that Wilson will change to block schedule next year. Steinhauser added, “The Pathways are not dependent on a block schedule, however it would allow students to take more classes.” The transition will be an adventure for both students and teachers. Overall, the Pathways program at Wilson will allow students to remain focused throughout high school on a subject matter that will assist them in college and most importantly, their careers. There are many advantages to this program that Wilson students will explore.
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OPINION
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Staff Editorial
Yes on Measure E The Measure E Bond vote is set for November 8, and we are ecstatic. This bond will provide $1.5 billion dollars towards repairs regarding health and safety liabilities. Taking into consideration our school’s age, this will be particularly beneficial for us. This bond covers nearly everything from updating old plumbing and wiring systems, upgrading school safety systems, and, most notably, installing energy-efficient air conditioning. However, to make this possible, we need the approval of 55% of voters. Although many support Measure E’s benefits, there are arguments stating that they are unnecessary. The main argument against Measure E, is that the addition of air conditioning to our classrooms is unnecessary; that if our parents and predecessors could focus in class without AC, then we have nothing to complain about. However, with the obvious climate change going on around us, AC is no longer a luxury. Rather, it is a necessity. Take for example, a lawsuit arising in Texas over the lack of air conditioning in the state prison system. The plaintiff, a group of Texas prisoners, built their case around their inalienable constitutional rights, arguing that being locked up in such humid weather is “cruel and unusual punishment”. This case really got us thinking, if prisoners have the constitutional right to air conditioning, then why not us students? The bond will be placed on the November 8 ballot. We hope our voices will be heard when it comes time to vote.
Students and Staff Happy for Return of Block Schedule
“I’m exhausted,” is a phrase I find myself saying all the time. Co-Sports Editor Because students have six or more classes everyday, they have On Monday, tons of homework and studying September 26, to get done after school and or 2016, Wilson’s sports. When students are conadministration announced the new block schedule for next year. stantly deprived of sleep, it has a significant effect on their focus Though some may see this as an and desire to learn. It is proven inconvenience or a big adjustthat students with more sleep, ment, the majority of students have higher test scores than that have classes on a block students that do not. schedule are more than content It is no coincidence both stuwith their routine for various dents and teachers prefer block reasons. I, too, support the idea schedule. This schedule essenof a block schedule. Many students and staff mem- tially benefits everyone in the school system. bers believe that It relieves a big “It’s no coincidence block schedule load of stress is extremely both students and off teachers, that beneficial for all teachers prefer block aids to better acstudents, espeademic achievecially those who schedule.” ments and faster participate in grading. Planextracurricular ning periods for teachers are lonactivities. High school students ger, therefore planning becomes are under extreme pressure to easier. With the increase in time, achieve academically and athletteachers can not only accomplish ically; demonstrate leadership; more and teach more efficiently and be well-rounded. giving students the opportunity Block schedule enables stuto be more successful; but they dents to manage their workload more realistically and efficiently. have the ability to spend more time with students each individNot only will a block schedule ually, creating a better working free up time in the students’ environment. days, but it could give them the Overall, block schedule opportunity to take more classes provides endless academic and earn more credits. Because benefits for students, teachers students take half the classes and all staff. The elimination of they would regularly each day; they have less homework on any stress and the increase in time will guarantee higher success given day during the week, as in classrooms and standardized well. This increase in free time tests. This will create a better, enables the students to take their time on homework and studying, more efficient learning environment. increasing academic performance. Lily payne
DAVID CASTILLO
It’s difficult to be enthusiastic about our renovated auditorium, when its construction causes us such an inconvienence. Thankfully our passing periods were extended, but that still doesn’t quite make up for our tedius walk around the big gym. However, the absense of our auditorium has most significantly impacted our intstumental music and dance departments. Rather than the comfort of performing on our own grounds, dance has been hosting their shows at the Carpenter Center, while the instrumental music programs have been holding their concerts in Milikan High School’s auditorium. We hope to see some significant progress soon.
Wilson’s Uniforms A solution? Or just another problem? Shannon chek Reporter
Every morning we wake up and as we’re making our breakfast decisions, the typical question pops up into our head, “What should I wear to school today?” Every high school student has had this same question pop into his or her head at one point or another, but Wilson students have it a little bit harder. Wilson is one of the few schools in the Long Beach Unified School District that continues to enforce the uniform policy. Even though Wilson opened its gates in 1926, the uniform policy didn’t get introduced until the early 90’s. Long Beach was the first district in the nation to implement the uniform policy to help with the issues going on at that time. Gang violence was prominent during this time so the uniforms were established to help the students feel safer at school and to help them do better, academically. The idea was that students wouldn’t have to worry about coming to school and seeing other students in gang attire. After the uniform policy was executed, violence, fights, and other explicit actions showed a dramatic decrease on the campus. Other schools from all over the country saw the effects of this and they too, decided to switch over to uniforms. I personally believe that Wilson’s uniform policy should continue to be reinforced but with some exceptions. The uniforms we wear promote a sense of unity among everyone and help bring students’ attention to education and not the fashion aspect. It makes sense that the school wants uniforms to be enforced since Wilson wants to present its school and students in the best way possible. Even with all of these justifica-
tions there is room for improvement. Students should be able to express their sense of individuality if they are always at school five days a week. If students felt more comfortable in what they were wearing it could help encourage them to put themselves out there. To promote this idea, collars should be optional from uniforms. Before school even starts I have to start uniform shopping as early as July just to try and find collared cardinal and white shirts. It’s always a hassle having to find a store that sells collared shirts, but not collarless shirts. Even though now we are allowed to wear spirit shirts everyday and not just on Fridays, it would help if Wilson school tops were expanded to collarless cardinal and white shirts also.
Expanding the uniform policy to collarless shirts seems like a great idea, but how do you do it? Where do you go and what do you do if you want to create some sort of change on the Wilson campus? First, you would need to come up with a proposal. Come up with a solution to a problem that you have or want to see improved on the campus. Next, you would have to take it up with the Student Body. If the Student Body approves of the proposal, it goes to the School Board Decision Making Council (SBDMC, for short) where they are the ultimate decider. Bruins, it’s up to you to create a change here on campus that you think would be beneficial to this historic school!
Loudspeaker Staff Adviser: Ms. Combs Editor-in-Chief: Andrea Torres Photo Editors: Steven Nickens & David Castillo News Editor: Andrea Torres Feature Editor: Sarah Patton Opinions Editor: Sam Inthapanti
Sports Editors: Shanon Griffin & Lily Payne Staff Writers: Ci’ere Smith, Hillary Reyes, Melanie Rodriguez, Shannon Chek, Andrea Torres, Steven Nickens, David Castillo, Sarah Patton, Sam Inthapanti, Shanon Griffin & Lily Payne
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Wilson High School Loudspeaker
NEWS
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Passing Periods Extended 2 min. Sarah Patton Features Editor
Ryan Pettway, President
Jennifer Guzman, Vice President
2016 Freshmen Officers Elected Hillary reyes Reporter
After weeks of eagerness between the rivaling candidates, the freshman students voted for this years Freshman ASB representatives. The Freshman Class President went to Ryan Pettway; Freshman Class Vice President was won by Jennifer Guzman; Freshman Class Secretary went to Gabriella Sonnhalter; and Freshman Class Treasurer went to Elizabeth “Libby” Shull. With great dedication and advocacy, the new student body members are setting goals to improve the ninth grade experience. Freshman Class President, Ryan
Pettway, said his main ambition is to raise money. “I’d like to be able to raise more money to have more freshman activities,” Pettway said. Libby Shull, Freshman Class Treasurer said, “I want to make everyone’s freshman year as fun as possible!” Freshman can look forward to an awesome first year. The new candidates are grateful and enthusiastic about their new positions. The Loudspeaker asked the candidates what inspired them to run for office. “I want to be involved in the school and be able to achieve my goals,” Sonnhalter said. According to Shull, it has
Gabriella Sonnhalter, Secretary
Wilson High School’s bell schedule was recently revised on September 26, 2016 and officially enforced for the first time on Wednesday, September 28 2016. The extended passing periods were voted on by Wilson’s Site Based Decision Making Team. Two additional minutes have been added onto the previously eight minute long passing periods. According to our principal, Mr. Moraga, the ten minute passing periods are “due to the con-
Regular Day Schedule: Libby Shull, Treasurer always been a desire for her to become Treasurer ever since fifth grade, and now that she has taken up the position of Class Treasurer, she optimistically stated, “I want to be a good voice for people and represent the freshman class.” With all the praise and school encouragement, Freshman ASB will continue to make all ninth graders’ high school experience stupendous and memorable.
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New Grading Periods at Wilson Shannon chek Reporter
Starting this year, 2016-2017, Wilson High School is switching over from the typical nineweek grading period back to a six-week grading period. Long Beach Unified School District made the decision this year to switch over to the new six-week grading period to help streamline the grading periods for all Long Beach high schools. Wilson used to have a quarterly grading system where students would receive a report card every nine weeks. The old system has nine weeks per quarter and the school year
the district to streamline their academic data. Thus the decision was made to change the grading period to help streamline data collections to see if the schools were meeting their district wide goals. Many other schools in different school districts and states have made the switch over to the six-week grading period and Long Beach is now following their lead by also making the switch to the six weeks. What does this mean for students, parents, and teachers? Students now have more time to finish long-term projects before the report cards are mailed out and
more time to learn the material in class without feeling rushed. Parents, as well as students, are going to be officially notified of their progress twice before the final grades are entered. Teachers, staff, and administration, on the other hand, will be given more time to teach the content that’s necessary, to the students and a little more time to finalize and update grades on the report cards. This new switch will definitely bring about change at Wilson and at the high schools in the Long Beach district. Here is the future schedule for when the progress reports and report cards will be sent out.
Last Grading Day
Mailing Report Cards
Sixth Week Progress
October 14, 2016
October 21, 2016
12th Week Progress
December 2, 2016
December 9, 2016
Fall Semester Report Cards
January 27, 2017
February 8, 2017
Sixth Week Progress
March 10, 2017
March 17, 2017
12th Week Progress
April 28, 2017
May 5, 2017
Spring Semester Report Cards
June 15, 2017
June 23, 2017
has four quarters all together. This is different from the new six-week grading period where it will split the school year into sixths and not quarters. In the six-week grading system, students would receive a progress report on the sixth and twelfth week and then report cards at the 18th week mark. In the old quarter system students would only receive one progress report per semester. According to head counselor, Rolando Saldivar, the grading periods of all of the Long Beach high schools beforehand were varying from six weeks to nine weeks which made it harder for
First Semester
struction project closure of the pathways, and the time it took students to walk from Main Campus to C-Side and vice-versa”. The eight minute passing periods were proven too short by the multiple tardies of students making great effort to hustle to class. The revised bell schedule will remain the same until the auditorium construction comes closer to its completion date and the C-Side pathways open up again. It is hoped that the additional two minute extention to passing periods will reduce tardies dramatically.
Second Semester
New Block Schedule Sam Inthapanti
On Wednesday, Sept. 21, WHS staff voted to begin using a block schedule starting in the Fall of 2017. An A/B block schedule consists of a specific set of four classes on A days, and a different set of four classes on B days. These two days will alternate, hence providing teachers with longer planning periods, and students with more time to complete homework each night. The new schedule will vary from the current traditional schedule by providing 90-minute class periods, a lack of zero period, and ability for students to take up to eight classes. Despite the benefit of longer planning and class time, the total annual time that students spend in the class will be reduced. In a traditional schedule, students have 53 minute classes providing 9,540 instructional minutes yearly. In a block schedule, students will have 90 minutes per class every other day for for a total of 8,100 minutes of yearly class time. Administrations believes that the tighter focus and rigor that block schedule provides will make up for this loss of class time.
Homecoming
Wilson High School Loudspeaker
Above, Bert Tillet strikes a cowboy pose in the quad during the fair. At right, from left to right, princesses Andrea Torres, Samantha Sheldon, Maya Cornejo, Sophia Beshoff, and Arielle Williams arrived on the football field at the homecoming game to be introduced to the audience.
In the Wild, Wild, Wilson Moraga and Williams Crowned King and Queen as Bruins shut out Jordan, 50-0 The Bruins took the game home with a score of 50-0 at the close of an exciting spirit filled week. Woodrow Wilson High School Photo Editor hosted their ninety-first homecoming game against the Jordan Panthers at the Wilson Football Stadium at 7:00 P.M. on Friday, September 30, 2016. The home field had a freshly painted red and gold “W� on the field, and the stadium was decorated. Students, staff, and other Wilson supporters filled the stadium in preparation for the annual homecoming parade. The parade showcased the nominees for homecoming court; Cheer; Bruinettes; and of course Wilson's own marching band who set a dominating tone throughout the night. STEVEN NICKENS
For more on this story, see FOOTBALL, page 8
Above, Senior, Semaj Parker, gets an interception in the second quarter. At right, Coach Franky raises his hands in celebration while Coach Ziggy looks on.
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Homecoming
Wilson High School Loudspeaker
At left, the Bruinettes performed to songs from West Side Story during half-time. Above, the girls’ swim team prepares smoothies to help raise money for their team.
Above, Decked out in traditional Homecoming floral wreaths, Wilson’s Cheerleaders enjoy a laugh during the game.
Above, Matt Sobol plays the baritone during the halftime field performance. At right, Pablo Moraga, Alan Peoples, Chad Tavares, Kesic Schafer, and Logan Nantais smile for the crowd as they parade past the stands.
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Wilson High School Loudspeaker
FEATURE
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Class of 2020 Opens Up at Link Crew Dance Steven Nickens Co-Photo Editor
On the evening of Sept. 12, over 300 Wilson Freshman filled the big gym in preparation for the freshman dance put on by Link Crew with the help of ASB. The loud music and flashing lights helped the newest members of the Bruin family open up quite a lot as they were meeting their fellow class of 2020 Bruins for the first time. At the close of their first week of school, the Freshman were getting pumped for their first high school event. With three hours of preparation earlier in the evening the freshman had an exciting night in
2009 Wilson Graduate Returns as AP Teacher Lily payne Co-Sports Editor
“It’s so different to be back on the other side,” Daire Brown said, returning to Wilson in September as a new teacher. Brown graduated from Wilson in 2009. She then continued her education at UCLA where she majored in history. After four years in college, and two years at CSULB for her secondary teaching credential, Brown was eager to return to Wilson for student teaching. Ironically, it was Wilson’s AP World History teacher, Mr. Arzate, who initially inspired Brown and sparked her interest in history her sophomore year. “I loved how he didn’t make history feel like a chore.” Throughout the course of the world history class, Brown developed a passion for the subject. Brown devoted her interest in history to teaching 11th grade AP United States History. With the help and guidance of Mr. Henry, the head of the APUSH
department, she is slowly getting the hang of teaching such an advanced course. Along with advice from her colleagues, Brown wants to incorporate teaching techniques that she learned in college. She values independent work and sees that as important preparation for higher education. Brown primarily uses the chrome books, trying to implement as much independent work as possible. “We are very lucky to have access to this technology, especially me being a new teacher, and i want to take advantage of it as much as possible.” Brown so far Brown loves teaching and being back at Wilson especially. “I love being back, and teaching at such a diverse school, rather than teaching the same type of student.” Brown believes being exposed to a diverse community creates a more well rounded world view. She believes that the diversity also helps contribute to the positive and spirited campus climate. Ac-
cording to her, the unification of the school and acknowledging its diversity keeps the students from being sheltered and creates a positive environment and is what makes Wilson so different from when she went here. Part of the reason Brown’s return to Wilson differs so much from when she was here is the more student-friendly environment. “There is a lot more school spirit and student involvement.” Since she’s been here, she’s realized more and more students are challenging themselves, taking more AP’s and demonstrating leadership. This active involvement creates a better campus climate as a whole and builds a strong sense of school pride. But some things never change. “There are still rallies, encouragement of academic excellence and and school diversity, that is something that i don’t think will ever change.” An obvious goal for this year was to make her students feel
store for them. Prior to entering the dance Freshman Collin Robinson said, “I was a little scared, but overall I was okay because I was not going in completely alone without knowing anyone.” Link Crew member Sophie Abboud said, “After the intense orientation, Link Crew was really excited to destress at the Freshman Dance!” Link Crew helped the Freshmen feel comfortable to dance around and to shout out. Once the Freshman felt comfortable with their older peers, a Conga Line was formed on the warm Friday evening. After the excitement from the dance many of the Freshman found themselves out-
side refueling on water, or taking memorable photos in the photo booth. As the night progressed with more sweat and dance moves, the freshman were thrilled to sing along to their favorite pop songs with their new friends and teachers, feeling like true Bruins. As 10:00 P.M. neared and the Class of 2020’s energy levels were coming to rest, the Freshman dance was over. After all the festivities. freshman Paula Moraga said she was happy with herself and that it was a “beautiful memory.” Moraga strongly recommends that next year’s Freshman Class of 2021 attend the dance.
AP teacher, Daire Brown, speaks with Loudspeaker reporter, Lily Payne, about her return to Wilson. as prepared as possible for the AP exam and the class in general. But aside from lessons in history, Brown hopes to stress a valuable lesson that could apply to all subjects and establish a new perspective for her students. “I want my students to feel like they’ve really learned something, like I’ve taught them something. School should be about learning,
not about grade receiving.” Overall Brown is really satisfied and seems invested in the success of her students. With the help of her former teachers, now colleagues, Brown has a reliable source of guidance, giving her helpful advice to help led her students. We look forward to see what she has in store for this year.
Wilson High School Loudspeaker
SAT, College & Career Calendar For more information on the SAT or College Visitation events, visit the College and Career Center located on the East side of the Media Center. OCTOBER - Pepperdine Preview on October 21 all day at seaver.pepperdine.edu/ admission/preview - Wash U. St. Louis on October 23 at 7:00 P.M at Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport - October 1 test day, available starting October 27, sent to colleges beginning October 26 NOVEMBER - November 5 test day, available starting November 29, sent to colleges beginning November 28 - CSULB Pyramid on November 2 at 6:30 P.M8:30 P.M DECEMBER - December 3 test day, available starting December 22, sent to colleges beginning December 22 JANUARY - January 21 test day, available starting February 23, sent to colleges beginning February 22 MARCH - March 11 test day, available starting April 13, sent to colleges beginning April 12 MAY - May 6 test day, available starting June 8, sent to colleges beginning June 7 JUNE - June 3 test day, available starting July 12, sent to colleges beginning July 11
FEATURE
What’s Your Monthly Horoscope?
Ci’ere smith Reporter
Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22
Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21
Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21
Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19
Your biggest challenge this month comes in the form of greed. Opening your heart to someone truly deserving and appreciative will pay off big time. Staying focused on making other people happy will actually keep a smile on your own face long after the praise has subsided. You’re a big flirt by the middle of this month, but it’s pretty easy to tell that you aren’t being serious. Just make sure people know not to take your words literally; there are few things worse than misunderstandings when it comes to romance.
You feel things deeply, which could cause you to overreact. Always remember that the more you let someone get to you, the less control you have over the situation (and you hate losing control). A window of opportunity opens up at the end of the month, but are you brave enough to go for it? You have more than enough talent and experience to be a complete success, Scorpio. What are you waiting for?
Slight confusion sets in this month, and people might refer to you as ‘scatterbrained’ more than once. Be sure to leave your keys where you can easily locate them, and make as many lists as you need in order to remember things to buy at the store, tasks to accomplish at home, or assignments due at school. You could get a oncein-a-lifetime chance to do something incredible near the end of the month, but there really is no pressure to perform. This opportunity might not come again, but regrets are few and far behind.
You’re really trying to get ahead, but frustration sets in when you can’t accomplish your goals at the of the month. Luckily you have inner strength and willpower working in your favor, Capricorn, and you’ll get where you want to go if you keep your head down and your mind focused. Delays are inevitable, and it’s irritating when you’re late due to someone else’s actions. So if you want to get somewhere on time, give yourself plenty of leeway in case there are unforeseen obstacles to jump over.
Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18
Pisces Feb. 19-March 20
Aries March 21-April 19
Taurus April 20-May 20
Your personal connections are really important to you on, and a friendship has the chance to deepen when you go through something traumatic or intense together. You can’t imagine not having this person in your life, and they feel the exact same way. Your health is the focus this month, so eating right and exercising are two of your favorite things to do. A healthy lifestyle builds a strong body and keeps your mind active.
Do you feel like you’re swimming with the sharks at the beginning of the month? You may be the most inexperienced one in the group you hang out with, but you have something they don’t have: a killer sense of intuition. You have a stunning way with words, so try your hand at poetry, song, or even novel writing. Take advantage of your creativity while it’s at its peak.
Ruled by loving Venus, the sign of Taurus needs to love and feel loved in order to be fulfilled. You may encounter some tough emotional dilemmas, but your friends are always there for you to lean on. They’ve got your back, so don’t ever think otherwise. You’re ready for change in your romantic life and you will finally get a chance to say what’s been on your mind. All those feelings can’t stay locked inside forever. It’s time for them to come out.
Gemini May 21-June 20
Cancer June 21-July 22
Someone new will arrive in your life this month and you’re not sure what to make of them at first. Proceeding with caution is really hard when you’re enthusiastic about what might happen, but having a little bit of patience now will definitely pay off in the future. Unexpected events will trigger emotions that you haven’t felt recently, and while your first instinct is to hold back the tears, it’s actually healthy to let them flow. Tears of happiness and sadness both have strong abilities to heal you.
Leo July 23-Aug. 22
Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22
The duality in your life makes it hard for you to make decisions. Your end goal is to be fair, but it’s really hard to make sure that everyone gets exactly what they want. Try to remember that you aren’t solely responsible for everyone’s happiness. Meanwhile, the new moon has you over the moon about someone new. It’s time to set up new boundaries and make adjustments if you’re ready to define a budding relationship.
You love to be a homebody, cozying up on the couch and snuggling under a cover, but the big crazy world will get you out of your comfortable shell. Take care of business quickly so that you can get back home to the safety of your nest. Things get really romantic with someone you may have recently met, but feel that you’ve known forever. At the same time, an aspect supporting communication encourages you to be a little more vulnerable in sharing how you feel.
You’re attracted to shiny things this month, but just because they catch your attention doesn’t mean they’re valuable. Going for substance over flash will bring you more long-term happiness every time. Romance is a top priority for you mid-October, especially if you have someone who’s been trying super hard to snag your attention. Are you playing hardto-get for a reason? Don’t play with anyone’s emotions. If you aren’t interested, let them know.
Your usual routine is altered, but instead of complaining or hesitating you just go with the flow. Will this new easygoing attitude stick? Probably not, but it’s a pleasant experience for a couple of days. A small accomplishment of yours late in the month might not mean much to the world, but to you it’s everything. Being humble about it is admirable but not necessary.
Extra Help Available to All Shannon Chek Reporter
Starting on Wednesday, October 5, the tutoring program will be back up and running for the new school year. Tutoring is taking place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:55-3:55 P.M. and is open to all students. Tutoring will focus on the four core subjects: math, history, English, and science. If you are a freshman, the Media Center is the place to report to if you need help in any of those subjects. Sophomores, Juniors,
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and Seniors will be separated by content. If you are not a freshman and need help, English tutoring will take place in C-7, History in room 403, and Math/Science in room 202. There will be teachers helping out to tutor the students after school in which ever subject is needed. Wilson students will not be helping out with tutoring this year, but students from California State University, Long Beach, will be helping out. The CSULB students are volunteering on their own time to get their education hours. This partnership between
Wilson teachers and CSULB helps to create an intervention for students who are struggling. Twelfth grader, Sophia Disabatino, said, “It’s cool that there are actual teachers and students who know what they’re talking about and were able to help me when I asked questions. Also it’s nice that there are fellow Bruins there to help you out and become friends with.” According to Intervention Coordinator, Erika Hartman, School Site Council is funding the tutoring program to help students academically and to help Bruins do well throughout the school year.
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SPORTS
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Palacios Leads Team in an 8-1 Season Bruins Swallow A Tough Loss To Poly 7-11 Shanon GFriffin Co-Sports Editor
The Bruins Girls Varsity tennis team is on a warpath. With Head Coach Keri McBride and senior Yessenia Palacios leading the group ready to take the Moore League Championship. This group of girls this year have a lot of success surrounding them from past years being Moore League Champs including back to back in 2012 and 2013, not to mention having the success of a great player like Olivia Mendoza last year to look up too. Last year, Mendoza was picked as Press-Telegram Dream Player of the Year. Also in 2015 Mendoza and Palacio’s those two were both wreaking havoc last year on the court. Going into this year Keri Mcbride as coach
really has a lot of talent but one in particular that really is a standout is Yessenia Palacios. Palocios is a senior and varsity captain this year and she is looking very strong for the Bruins. Not only being runner up but competing with Olivia last year day in and day out staying out of the shadows of Mendoza. Palocios is very pumped and intrigued going on into this year. I sat down with Palacios for a little bit and asked her several questions about the challenges she would face this year. Question: Being on tennis here at Wilson explain the mindset of this team? Yessenia: “Beat Poly and why not getting that CIF Championship.” After that, I asked Palacios about her Head Coach Keri Mcbride as far as what she taught on
life lessons our tennis? Yessenia: “Coach McBride is a great coach she really stresses the importance of patience in matches and in life, take it match to match take it one step by step at a time.” Furthermore I asked Yessenia, Any personal goals this season or team goals this season? Yessenia: “Simply I just want to beat Poly.” So the goal of course is to be patient and take it one match at a time and just to beat Poly this year. They for certain have started the season well with a dominating win against Compton 18-0; however, the team did lose to rival, Poly. All in all it looks to be a good year for Palacios and the Bruin Girls’ Tennis Team.
Varsity Football Team Dominates Jordan Football Game Continued from page 4 Seven o’clock neared and the game started, Jordan received the ball first and the Bruin front was up. Quickly they let the Panthers know that they won’t go without this win by scoring a touchdown in the first 7 minutes of the game. The roars from the stands, calls from the cheerleaders, and the motivational music from the marching band led to the constant touchdowns by varsity team. As the night progressed, the defense worked hard to prevent Jordan from getting any touchdowns. At the end of the first half of the game the scoreboard read 36-0 with Wilson still in the lead. This score lead to a buzzing halftime show lead by the marching bands performing songs for the Bruinettes and cheer. During half-time, the Homecoming
Court was announced with Pablo Moraga crowned king and Arielle Williams crowned queen. “I am overwhelmed and extremely grateful,¨ Moraga said. Third quarter began and the first touchdown of the second half was scored by number 22, Junior Ian Issa. Issa said, “I couldn’t have done it without my guys up front blocking for me.” For the remainder of the night the great job of blocking was still in effect as the Bruins were able to score another astonishing seven points ending fourth quarter with a score of 50-0. Wilson’s 91st Homecoming game was now complete, and many many Bruins were excited to make their way to the big gym where the last event of Homecoming Week was being held, the Homecoming Dance.
Jacobi Hardy runs the first touchdown of the night against Jordan.
Boys Struggle in Nonconference Games Lily payne Co-Sports Editor
Wilson Boys’ Water Polo, in the peak of their season, suffered another devastating loss against Mater Dei. The boys have played a total of thirteen games so far, with four wins and nine losses. Although their season has suffered repeated losses, they have played the most competitive, well-known, top teams in the state, and some even nationally ranked. The Wilson Boys’ Aquatics has been consistently successful for 44 years now in Moore League and we look forward to seeing them accomplish 45 this 2016 Fall Season.
“We played the top-team in the country still going into the game confident, but we definite-
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Max Berg on defense.
ly underperformed,” Kobe Jackson stated, referring to their loss against Mater Dei.
The team ended the game with a final score of 13-7, to Mater Dei. Although the team had strong counter attacks and efficient 6 on 5’s, they lacked protection around the perimeter and not enough ball movement. Despite their short-comings, the goalie Seth Seboch, made many phenomenal blacks that contributed to their defense. The team as a whole is aware of what they need to improve on and looks forward to dominating the rest of their games. The boys will play at home against Jordan on October 13, then play Coranado, away on October 19.
Upcoming Events Football 10/7 at Lakewood 10/21 at Millikan 10/28 at Home / Compton (Hall of Fame Night) 11/04 at Home / Cabrillo (Senior Night) Boys’ Water Polo 10/4 at Home / Mater Dei 10/5 at Millikan(Cabrillo H.S.) 10/13 at Home / Jordan 10/15 at Coranado 10/19 at Poly 10/21-22 at Bellarmine Tournament 10/27 at Home / Cabrillo 11/02 at Lakewood
Girls’ Volleyball 10/01 at Cypress(Lakewood H.S.) 10/04 at Lakewood 10/11 at Millikan 10/13 at Home / Jordan 10/18 at Home / Compton 10/20 at Cabrillo 10/25 at Home Poly Cross Country 10/04 at Mater Dei 10/05 at Millikan(Cabrillo H.S.) 10/13 at Home / Jordan 10/15 at Coranado 10/19 at Poly 10/21-22 at Bellarmine Tournament 10/27 at Home /Cabrillo 11/02 at Lakewood