By Michael Shames, Contributing Writer
#30- Washington Nationals
Need Some Veteran Players to add to their last year players and rookies.
Key Player: Ryan Zimmerman
#29- Pirates
Have decent pitching mediocre hitting but good potential.
Key Player: Andrew McCutchen
#28- Royals
Have great pitching and defense need power in their lineup.
Key Player: Zach Greinke
#27- Orioles
Horrible pitching but maybe a spark of relief pitching and average hitting.
Key Player: Nick Markakis
#26- Athletics
Good, young pitchers absolutely no hitting like Nationals need some middle aged veterans like Kurt Suzuki.
Key Player: Rajai Davis
#25- Indians
Traded away pretty much whole team, and coach. Cabrera could be their only hope for the upcoming seasons.
Key Player: Absdurbal Cabrera
#24- Mets
Always have a great first half of the season but tire out later in the season. Carlos Delgado is looking for an injure-free final few years of his career. Not very likely.
Key Player: David Wright
#23- Diamondbacks
With their year done they have been working their young players and rookies like Brandon Allen and Gerardo Parra.
Key Player: Dan Haren
#22- Padres
If they want to make the playoffs next year, they have to get a good bullpen pitcher like George Sherrill
Key Player: Adrian Gonzalez
#21- Reds
Have good rising stars like Votto and Drew Stubbs
Key Player: Joey Votto
#20- Brewers
If you asked a Brewers fan about the year they would say that the Brewers were “below expectations” and I agree.
Key Player: Prince Fielder
#19- Blue Jays
Adam Lind had a breakout season for them leading their team in average (.305), home runs (36), RBI (114), and OPS (.932).
Key Player: Roy Halladay
#18- Astros
Disappointing season at 74-88, second to last in the NL Central.
Key Player: Miguel Tejada
#17- White Sox
Buehrle had a perfect game, could have been only good pitching performance on their team.
Key Player: Mark Buehrle
#16- Mariners
Weren’t supposed to have a good year but if they get power they have a slim chance next year.
Key Player: Ichiro Suzuki
#15- Twins
Got eliminated in the first round of the playoffs but they have a good future for next year. It would help their chances even more if they had a decent starter.
Key Player: Joe Mauer
#14- Cubs
If Lou Pinella can hold his temper and not get ejected they will outcoach other teams.
Key Player: Derek Lee
#13- Braves
Bobby Cox has the same problem as Pinella but it won’t be as much of a factor in their playoff chances as it is for the Cubs. Jair Jurjjens
Key Player: Adam Laroche
#12- Marlins
Not too good pitching but young hitting talent will get them close to the playoffs in 2010
Key Player: Hanley Ramirez
#11- Rays
Carlos Pena had an injury at the end of the year, I don’t know if he can have an injury-free year in 2010, could hurt Rays
Key Player: Evan Longoria
#10- Giants
If Garko and Sanchez have bad hitting years, they’ll need another trade for a hittr
Key Player: Tim Lincencum
#9- Rockies
Marquis and Jimenez had up years for the Rockies. Expect them to make an appearance in the playoffs next year
Key Player: Troy Tulowitzki
#8- Rangers
Hamilton came from a Comeback Of the Year award in 2008. Everyone had high expectations of him he didn’t meet them. if he doesn’t have a decent year, he’ll end up in a Royals uniform.
Key Player: Josh Hamilton
#7- Tigers
Didn’t quite make the playoffs but they had a great year offensively. They’ll be in the playoffs next year for sure.
Key Player: Curtis Granderson
#6- Dodgers
Had a very good year with all their young power hitters George Sherrill had a tremendous half-year with the Dodgers only mistake was acquiring Jim Thome
Key Player: Andre Ethier
#5- Angels
Guerrero and Hunter didn’t have their best years so they need to help their team next year if they want a chance
Key Player: Torii Hunter
#4- Cardinals
Should have won it all but pitching let them down Carpenter had a great year coming back from an injury
Key Player: Albert Pujols
#3- - Phillies
Consecutive World Series appearances. Howard and Utley had great years but not enough to win World Series they could have made it with better relief pitching
Key Player: Chase Utley
#2- Red Sox
First full year without Manny and Ortiz took a while to get in a groove somehow it all came together in the end and got to the ALCS
Key Player: Josh Beckett
#1- Yankees
WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS Mariano Rivera had yet another great year and A-Rod’s was a wild one kudos to Joe Girardi
Key Player: Alex Rodriguez
Week 10-11 Waiver Gems
By Joe Klein, Senior Staff Writer
JOSH FREEMAN- Buccaneers QB (6% owned)
If you need depth in a big league (10+), Freeman will give you depth. With matchups against Miami, Carolina, and Atlanta in the next few weeks, he will have some big games. Tampa Bay also plays from behind a lot, so that means more passing.
LADELL BETTS- Redskins RB (11% owned)
Clinton Portis has a concussion, so it’s Betts’ turn to shine. Even if Portis plays, he will have lots of work to do. If Portis sits, and you have a really big league, Rock Cathwright, who backs up Betts, will be a valuable addition, but only in 16+ leagues.
DARREN MCFADDEN, JUSTIN FARGAS- Raiders RB (59% owned)
When Jamarcus Russell is your QB, you will have to run the ball. McFadden is coming back in Week 10, and will split time with Fargas. Fargas has been consistently good (I have him on my team), and is worth a spot start here and there. I also have McFadden, and he was good when he wasn’t injured.
CHRIS CHAMBERS- Chiefs WR (16% owned)
Chambers was a fail in San Diego this year, but last week, with a 3 catch, 70 yard, 2TD performance against Jacksonville, he has become a force in KC. Now, with WR’s Bobby Engram and Bobby Wade struggling, Chambers will get the ball regularly.
BRANDON PETTIGREW- Lions TE (10% owned)
Pettigrew would be best serving for an injury or as a backup on your team. He is Matthew Stafford’s target, and a convincing game in week 9 might be another reason to add him.
CINCINNATI- Bengals DEF (49% owned)
The Bengals are valuable for a couple starts if your defense is wearing down. With matchups like Oakland, Cleveland, and Detroit, the Bengals are a good pick-up.
JOSH FREEMAN- Buccaneers QB (6% owned)
If you need depth in a big league (10+), Freeman will give you depth. With matchups against Miami, Carolina, and Atlanta in the next few weeks, he will have some big games. Tampa Bay also plays from behind a lot, so that means more passing.
LADELL BETTS- Redskins RB (11% owned)
Clinton Portis has a concussion, so it’s Betts’ turn to shine. Even if Portis plays, he will have lots of work to do. If Portis sits, and you have a really big league, Rock Cathwright, who backs up Betts, will be a valuable addition, but only in 16+ leagues.
DARREN MCFADDEN, JUSTIN FARGAS- Raiders RB (59% owned)
When Jamarcus Russell is your QB, you will have to run the ball. McFadden is coming back in Week 10, and will split time with Fargas. Fargas has been consistently good (I have him on my team), and is worth a spot start here and there. I also have McFadden, and he was good when he wasn’t injured.
CHRIS CHAMBERS- Chiefs WR (16% owned)
Chambers was a fail in San Diego this year, but last week, with a 3 catch, 70 yard, 2TD performance against Jacksonville, he has become a force in KC. Now, with WR’s Bobby Engram and Bobby Wade struggling, Chambers will get the ball regularly.
BRANDON PETTIGREW- Lions TE (10% owned)
Pettigrew would be best serving for an injury or as a backup on your team. He is Matthew Stafford’s target, and a convincing game in week 9 might be another reason to add him.
CINCINNATI- Bengals DEF (49% owned)
The Bengals are valuable for a couple starts if your defense is wearing down. With matchups like Oakland, Cleveland, and Detroit, the Bengals are a good pick-up.
8th DC Trip November 19, 2009
Written by Averi Westerman (with a little help from her friends)
Photos by Peter Bouret
This morning we woke to the ding of the alarm clock in our ears at 6:15 in the morning and trudged down to the breakfast room. We munched on bacon, eggs, sausage and the other treats that the hotel had provided for us. After breakfast, kids filed into the lobby as Starbucks employees frantically grabbed overflowing cups of hot chocolate to lighten the dark circles under our eyes.
Our day began at the Library of Congress where we were treated to a special audio tour by a docent who helped us appreciate the amazing architecture and function of this remarkable building. Trying to block out the outside world, we turned off our addicting electronics which allowed us to figure out something about this magnificent library that was significant to each individual. For me, I noticed that there were many paintings and figures of women. Not usually appreciated in memorials, or other monuments in D.C., these images were both powerful and strong.
Here are some of the other highlights of our day: an educational tour of The Supreme Court, a veritable smorgasbord of lunchtime offerings at Union Station, inspiring visits to the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, reverent walks past the Vietnam and Korean Memorials, and a trip to the American History Museum where we got to see the ruby red slippers Dorothy wore in The Wizard of Oz, the actual flag that flew over Fort McHenry when Francis Scott Key wrote “The Star Spangled Banner,” and Abraham Lincoln’s top hat!
For dinner, we went to the Pentagon Mall, which was filled with yummy places to eat and some great shops. With full stomachs and tired legs, we boarded our buses and rode back to the hotel in anticipation of a pool party but with the threat of lightning in the area, the pool was closed. Boooooohooooo!!!! So we went to our separate floors; girls to the second and boys to the third and prepared for the day ahead.
8th DC Trip November 18, 2009
Greetings from D.C. We’ve just returned to our hotel after an incredible day which included a tour of Thomas Jefferson’s home in Monticello, a scrumptious, country style meal at Historic Michie’s Restaurant which is just a stone’s throw from the Jefferson house, and an exciting basketball game between the Washington Wizards and the Cleveland Cavaliers. But right now, it’s a bit late for details. So we hope you’ll understand our decision to go straight to bed with the promise to fill you in with the highlights of both Wednesday and Thursday when we go to press tomorrow night. Thanks!
8th DC Trip November 17, 2009
Written by Kate Huneke
Photos by Peter Bouret
The second day of the eighth graders’ adventure in Washington D.C. was packed with new experiences and tons of fun. First, we woke up at a startling seven A.M. to get ready for the day that was expecting us, and first on our crowded list was Arlington Cemetery.
When we arrived at the cemetery, the mood suddenly shifted. We went from excited and carefree to serious and respectful. All of us knew that it was a time to be reverent and quiet; several funerals took place during the short time of the visit. After a small time of gaping at the rolling hills that were dotted with small, white government-issued headstones, we made our way to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where we got to witness the changing of the guards, as well as the Wreath Laying Ceremony which was executed by four of Menlo School’s very own—Jasmin Gutierrez, Paul Wat, Lillian Siegel, and Travis Chambers. Afterwards, we visited the burial sites of the Kennedy brothers—John, Robert and the most recently deceased Edward.
Because our stomachs were rumbling and growling, we made our way over to the National Gallery of Art where we enjoyed a scrumptious meal provided by the pristine food court. Once satisfied, everyone headed over towards the International Spy Museum—a fun, mysterious, interactive place to learn about the history of spies.
With a sudden alteration of the setting, we found ourselves inside of the beautifully detailed National Cathedral. We were in awe of the carefully crafted elements of the ancient structure (including a moon rock that is inside of a stained-glass window and a carving of Darth Vader as one of the grotesques on the outside of the church). Unfortunately, our time at the Cathedral was short but, being hungry once again, we headed towards Armand’s for delicious pizza, passing by Embassy Row on the way there. After dinner, we had a short stop at the Iwo Jima Marine Memorial, where we all paid our respects to the soldiers who fought for our freedom. Tomorrow, we start the day with a long bus ride to Thomas Jefferson’s home in Monticello and finish it with an evening of basketball, watching the Washington Wizards take on Lebron and Shaq’s Cleveland Cavs.
A Gibberish Poem
Lucas Loaiza, Staff writer
As the chig entered the hall,
He heard a certain call,
From the evil kog,
Which did quite appall,
It lood above the innocent chig,
While glowering and giving a victorious shieck,
Another chig came from the deep.
And quite viscously did attack,
The kog and gave him a smack.
The innocent chig gave the hero a thousand thardons,
And gave him his cloak of indestructible miton,
And this thrilling fory comes to an end,
But always remember,
In any way, shape, or form,
Fun will never stend.
As the chig entered the hall,
He heard a certain call,
From the evil kog,
Which did quite appall,
It lood above the innocent chig,
While glowering and giving a victorious shieck,
Another chig came from the deep.
And quite viscously did attack,
The kog and gave him a smack.
The innocent chig gave the hero a thousand thardons,
And gave him his cloak of indestructible miton,
And this thrilling fory comes to an end,
But always remember,
In any way, shape, or form,
Fun will never stend.
A Cristmas Carol Movie Review
By Mittie Golding, Senior Editor
What is spooky, funny and magical at the same time? It’s a new animated version of the Charles Dickens classic holiday story, A Christmas Carol. This movie is the latest remake of Dickens’ classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserable miser who on Christmas Eve is taken on a life-changing adventure by three ghosts: the Ghost of Christmas Past, The Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come. When I review a movie I evaluate three things: the characters, the special effects, and the story. Regarding characters, I feel that Jim Carrey did a brilliant job of playing, through the marvel of animation, a total of 8 characters including Scrooge, as well as all three of the Ghosts. Gary Oldman also did a great job as Bob, Tiny Tim, and Marley. Although it is not really the actors’ fault, the characters are hard to connect to because of the animation. As a result, I can only give four stars to the acting in spite of fantastic performances. With regard to special effects, the 3D animation required viewers to don special glasses, and the effect was quite remarkable. The most realistic effect of 3D was the snow falling; I felt as though I could just reach out my hand, and grab a flake. Overall, I give the special effects my highest rating of five stars. Regarding the plot, I felt it was a poor adaptation of Dickens’ original story. I felt that at the end of the movie, there were still many questions that were left unanswered. I was most bothered by the scenes featuring the Ghost of Christmas Present and the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come. The Ghost of Christmas Present came across as very weird at first with a crazy laugh that wouldn’t end, and later he became very dark and spooky. The Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come was portrayed as the Grim Reaper, which I though was inappropriately scary for a family movie. As a result of these many problems, I give the plot only two stars. Taking everything into account, I give A Christmas Carol an overall rating of three stars, and can recommend it as an exciting holiday movie for most families with kids older than 8 years of age. Younger children may find some of the scenes too disturbing and confusing.
What is spooky, funny and magical at the same time? It’s a new animated version of the Charles Dickens classic holiday story, A Christmas Carol. This movie is the latest remake of Dickens’ classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserable miser who on Christmas Eve is taken on a life-changing adventure by three ghosts: the Ghost of Christmas Past, The Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come. When I review a movie I evaluate three things: the characters, the special effects, and the story. Regarding characters, I feel that Jim Carrey did a brilliant job of playing, through the marvel of animation, a total of 8 characters including Scrooge, as well as all three of the Ghosts. Gary Oldman also did a great job as Bob, Tiny Tim, and Marley. Although it is not really the actors’ fault, the characters are hard to connect to because of the animation. As a result, I can only give four stars to the acting in spite of fantastic performances. With regard to special effects, the 3D animation required viewers to don special glasses, and the effect was quite remarkable. The most realistic effect of 3D was the snow falling; I felt as though I could just reach out my hand, and grab a flake. Overall, I give the special effects my highest rating of five stars. Regarding the plot, I felt it was a poor adaptation of Dickens’ original story. I felt that at the end of the movie, there were still many questions that were left unanswered. I was most bothered by the scenes featuring the Ghost of Christmas Present and the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come. The Ghost of Christmas Present came across as very weird at first with a crazy laugh that wouldn’t end, and later he became very dark and spooky. The Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come was portrayed as the Grim Reaper, which I though was inappropriately scary for a family movie. As a result of these many problems, I give the plot only two stars. Taking everything into account, I give A Christmas Carol an overall rating of three stars, and can recommend it as an exciting holiday movie for most families with kids older than 8 years of age. Younger children may find some of the scenes too disturbing and confusing.
Staying Healthy Throughout the Flu Season
By Renee Girard, Staff Writer
Even though the flu season just started, sniffles and coughs are filling up the classrooms. As more and more kids go home, the chain of sickness just keeps on going. We all know that we should wash our hands, cover our mouths, and stay home if you have a fever, but are there any other things we can do? Inside we have all been thinking about this one thought, “I really don’t want to get sick!” To help this thought not come true, we decided to ask Ms. Barada, the school nurse, if she could give us some information about these spreading illnesses.
Renee: “What do you think about all of the students getting sick here at Menlo?”
Ms. Barada: “ First of all, I hate to hear of anyone getting sick, but we are doing well this year as the number of students out sick at any given time is not more than we have seen in any other year.”
Renee: “Why do you think everyone is getting sick? What is the main illness going around?”
Ms. Barada: “Some people think H1N1 is the main illness going around right now, but without cultures being taken, I am not sure that that is what is making students sick. It is likely, but without a positive culture it is not certain. In addition, I am seeing signs of ‘colds’ in both the Upper and Middle Schools, and students with respiratory symptoms without fever.”
Renee: “Do you have any other advice for not getting sick besides washing your hands, staying home with a fever, and covering your mouth with your elbow when we cough?”
Ms. Barada: “The best prevention is washing your hands frequently, eating healthy, and getting enough rest.”
Renee: “What are the exact rules about staying home when you feel sick?”
Ms. Barada: “This is in the handbook, (on page 72) but the most important rule right now is to be fever free for 24 hours, without a fever reducing medicine. (like Tylenol)”
Renee: “About how many kids, on average, are going home each day?”
Ms. Barada: “We are sending about 4-5 kids home each week in both of the middle school and upper school, and there are approximately 20 kids home each week in both of the schools.”
Renee: “Do you believe that these illnesses will get better, or worse?”
Ms. Barada: “I am worried that as the cold weather continues more students will get sick, and therefore that it will get worse, but I am hopeful it will get better”
Even though the flu season just started, sniffles and coughs are filling up the classrooms. As more and more kids go home, the chain of sickness just keeps on going. We all know that we should wash our hands, cover our mouths, and stay home if you have a fever, but are there any other things we can do? Inside we have all been thinking about this one thought, “I really don’t want to get sick!” To help this thought not come true, we decided to ask Ms. Barada, the school nurse, if she could give us some information about these spreading illnesses.
Renee: “What do you think about all of the students getting sick here at Menlo?”
Ms. Barada: “ First of all, I hate to hear of anyone getting sick, but we are doing well this year as the number of students out sick at any given time is not more than we have seen in any other year.”
Renee: “Why do you think everyone is getting sick? What is the main illness going around?”
Ms. Barada: “Some people think H1N1 is the main illness going around right now, but without cultures being taken, I am not sure that that is what is making students sick. It is likely, but without a positive culture it is not certain. In addition, I am seeing signs of ‘colds’ in both the Upper and Middle Schools, and students with respiratory symptoms without fever.”
Renee: “Do you have any other advice for not getting sick besides washing your hands, staying home with a fever, and covering your mouth with your elbow when we cough?”
Ms. Barada: “The best prevention is washing your hands frequently, eating healthy, and getting enough rest.”
Renee: “What are the exact rules about staying home when you feel sick?”
Ms. Barada: “This is in the handbook, (on page 72) but the most important rule right now is to be fever free for 24 hours, without a fever reducing medicine. (like Tylenol)”
Renee: “About how many kids, on average, are going home each day?”
Ms. Barada: “We are sending about 4-5 kids home each week in both of the middle school and upper school, and there are approximately 20 kids home each week in both of the schools.”
Renee: “Do you believe that these illnesses will get better, or worse?”
Ms. Barada: “I am worried that as the cold weather continues more students will get sick, and therefore that it will get worse, but I am hopeful it will get better”
Turkey Poem
Lucas Loaiza, Staff Writer
Brown, red, yellow and black,
You would probably be able to fit one in a shack,
The holiday to eat one is coming near,
Sit around the table,
While spreading some cheer.
Just a bit bigger than a giant chicken,
These guys provide some really good pickens.
If you haven’t guessed the animal I’m implying at,
It’s a big, fat, plump, turkey wearing a top hat.
Brown, red, yellow and black,You would probably be able to fit one in a shack,
The holiday to eat one is coming near,
Sit around the table,
While spreading some cheer.
Just a bit bigger than a giant chicken,
These guys provide some really good pickens.
If you haven’t guessed the animal I’m implying at,
It’s a big, fat, plump, turkey wearing a top hat.
Fall Wonderland
By Renée Girard, Staff Writer
A proud step on a crunchy leaf,
hearing it crumble and crack under your stomping feet.
Looking up into the grumbling clouds,
you quickly turn your head,
and there,
spying on you,
is a deer,
acknowledging you with a short pout.
A loud crow caws,
angry at his mate,
disgusted by a past decision he did make.
A small leaf falls,
whizzing across the road,
then a small cry calls,
echoing from a lonely toad.
your eyes fall on a house,
the dimply faces,
the quiet squeak of a mouse.
The thorny roses,
with their sharpened blades,
strike quick poses,
as you quickly turn away.
Iced windows
whipped by the cold,
draw you in,
for the cozy warmth of the bold.
8th DC Trip November 16, 2009
written by Paul Wat and Carter Burgess
Today was the first official full day of the 8th graders D.C. trip. Our blaring alarms woke us up at 7:00 in the morning and we started preparing for the full day ahead. We ate an early breakfast at 8:00 consisting of eggs, cereal, juice, sausage, and waffles. Our buses rumbled in around 9:00 to take us to the famous Billy Goat Trail. The arduous hike presented many many challenges, such as the treacherous rocks and steep cliff faces.
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After a well-deserved lunch at the Old Country Buffet, (which had delectable ice cream), we went to the Newseum. The entire 8th grade sat down with eager anticipation to watch the 4-D movie. 15 minutes later we walked out of the theater with a new perspective on media. In an exhibition of Pulitzer Prize winning photographs, we gasped at gruesome heart wrenching pictures while learning about the history involved. We also played interactive games and felt what it was like to become a journalist.
At 5 pm, we left the Newseum hoping we could come back again. Driving along, we stopped at the Washington Monument and gaped at its godliness. It seemed as if it descended from heaven. We went out to dinner shortly afterwards at Sizzling Express, yet another buffet. Every food imaginable lay on its vast counters. Later we arrived at the World War II 
Memorial. The fountain was like a bubbling, exploding volcano, surrounded by 54 pillars. Inscribed within the stone of each pillar was the name of a state or territory. Each star, (of which there were 4,000), represented the deaths of 1,000 soldiers during this battle.
As our bus rolled into the Marriott hotel, our teachers announced we would be having a treat. We received scrumptious cake, to celebrate three of our classmates’ birthdays. We heartily gobbled up the treat, before heading up to bed after a long, exciting day. Tune in tomorrow to hear about our trip to Arlington Cemetery.
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Volume 5, Number 1: October 5, 2009
Volume 5, Number 2: October 30, 2009
Volume 5, Number 1: October 5, 2009
Volume 5, Number 2: October 30, 2009
Ochocinco Report
By Joe Klein, Senior Staff Writer
Chad Ochocinco is a funny, funny guy. If you haven’t heard of him, he plays wide-receiver on the Cincinnati Bengals. He has done many things during his career; he has played nine years, is the all-time Bengals receiving leader (656 receptions, 9544 yards, 58 TDS). He has also been to the Pro-Bowl 5 times. But that’s not what he’s known for; he’s the most outspoken guy in football. He changed his name from Chad Johnson to Chad Ochocinco, meaning “8, 5”, which represents his number, 85. He has played kicker (kicked a game winning PAT against the Patriots). But he is most known for his tweeting antics. Ochocinco could not live without Twitter; he likes to tweet during games and there have been articles written called “Best of Ochocinco on Twitter." Now he installed the “OCNN”, or the “Ochocinco News Network” where he posts news from around the NFL. He was the one who told us that Bengals first round pick Andre Smith was ending his holdout. But that’s not the real reason this article is being written. The real reason is because in a game against Baltimore on November 8, Ochocinco caught a TD pass that was overturned by refs. He took a couple dollars out of his back pocket and offered to the ref, but of course was turned down. Why would anybody bribe a ref? is the question I’m asking myself.
Running with the Pac
By Davis Rich, Staff Writer
As the season goes into November, the Pac-10 race is still close. Though Oregon rolled over USC 47-20, the Arizona Wildcats (3-1 in Pac-10) are only 1 game behind the Ducks (5-0). Oregon has two big games coming up, at No. 18 Arizona, and VS. Oregon St. Arizona, in 2nd place, has No. 23 Cal in Berkeley on November 14, with No. 8 Oregon and No. 12 USC still looming. Expect the Wildcats to lose two or three more Pac-10 games. In the three position, Stanford (4-2), has four big games coming up, with three games against the big three, Cal, USC, and Oregon. Also throw Notre Dame in there, and Stanford won’t win another game. Tied for fourth in the conference are USC and Cal. No. 12 USC was crushed by LaMichael James and Oregon, so expect the Trojans to be out for blood the rest of the season. In the Pete Carroll era, the Trojans has never lost in November, so USC should win out and go to the Holiday Bowl. Cal has a tough 3 games vs. Arizona, and @ Stanford and Washington. Cal needs to go at least 3-1 to get into the Sun or Las Vegas Bowl. After a big home loss vs. Oregon St., Cal also lost their star running back, Jahvid Best. He sustained a severe concussion when he leaped over a Beaver defender towards the end zone. As he was in the air, Cameron Collins hit him on the back and he landed on his head after a five-foot fall. He was down for 15 minutes, as Cal and Oregon St. players prayed for him. He was finally carted off the field. Oregon St. has new life after a 31-14 road win over Cal, and needs to beat Oregon to go to a marquee bowl game.
As the season goes into November, the Pac-10 race is still close. Though Oregon rolled over USC 47-20, the Arizona Wildcats (3-1 in Pac-10) are only 1 game behind the Ducks (5-0). Oregon has two big games coming up, at No. 18 Arizona, and VS. Oregon St. Arizona, in 2nd place, has No. 23 Cal in Berkeley on November 14, with No. 8 Oregon and No. 12 USC still looming. Expect the Wildcats to lose two or three more Pac-10 games. In the three position, Stanford (4-2), has four big games coming up, with three games against the big three, Cal, USC, and Oregon. Also throw Notre Dame in there, and Stanford won’t win another game. Tied for fourth in the conference are USC and Cal. No. 12 USC was crushed by LaMichael James and Oregon, so expect the Trojans to be out for blood the rest of the season. In the Pete Carroll era, the Trojans has never lost in November, so USC should win out and go to the Holiday Bowl. Cal has a tough 3 games vs. Arizona, and @ Stanford and Washington. Cal needs to go at least 3-1 to get into the Sun or Las Vegas Bowl. After a big home loss vs. Oregon St., Cal also lost their star running back, Jahvid Best. He sustained a severe concussion when he leaped over a Beaver defender towards the end zone. As he was in the air, Cameron Collins hit him on the back and he landed on his head after a five-foot fall. He was down for 15 minutes, as Cal and Oregon St. players prayed for him. He was finally carted off the field. Oregon St. has new life after a 31-14 road win over Cal, and needs to beat Oregon to go to a marquee bowl game. Update: Oregon falls on the road to Stanford, 51-42. Stanford goes to 5-2 and Oregon falls to 5-1 in the Pac-10.
Bowl Predictions:
Oregon: Rose Bowl
Arizona: Sun Bowl
USC: Holiday Bowl
Stanford: Las Vegas
Oregon St.: Pointsetta
Cal: Emerald
Sugar Shack: a Refuge for all Students
By Natasha Lasky, Staff Writer
Many Menlo students have a refuge. Somewhere they can go after having one too many pop quizzes, or running endless numbers of laps in P.E. And for many, that refuge is the Sugar Shack. The endless wall of candy, the perfect cellophane bags, the ability to mix and match. The sugar. The promise of a bag of candy is sometimes all you need to get to the end of a tough day.
Many Menlo students have a refuge. Somewhere they can go after having one too many pop quizzes, or running endless numbers of laps in P.E. And for many, that refuge is the Sugar Shack. The endless wall of candy, the perfect cellophane bags, the ability to mix and match. The sugar. The promise of a bag of candy is sometimes all you need to get to the end of a tough day.“The Sugar Shack is awesome,” says Lauren, a 6th grader.
“The Sugar Shack is a magical place where children can go after a hard day to brighten up their day with candy and bright colors,” says Sydney, a 7th grader.
Even though a lot of us could spend hours there, many students don’t know much about its history. The owner of the Sugar Shack is Suzie Tinsley, a middle aged woman with blond short hair who greets you with a warm smile when you walk in the door. You can tell she loves what she does. She is one of those rare people who get to do what they always dreamed of. When she was a little kid, she wanted to own a candy store. Later, when she was 12, she worked at a candy shop, which made her really realize this was her calling.
She doesn’t make the candy herself. She imports candy: a whole lot of it. One reason that the Shack might be successful is its incredible location. “We are located walking distance from seven schools,” Suzie notes. Even though the Shack is very popular at Menlo, her biggest student customers come from Hillview.
Is it the Clodhoppers, Chocolate Fudge, or Peachy Penguins that are the most popular? According to Suzie, sour belts and sour watermelons and the ever victorious gummi bears are current favorites. But candies go through fads and cycles. In the current health craze, chocolate has made a strong come-back for its medicinal purposes. Uh huh. But Suzie is the expert and her favorites are Swedish fish and malt balls. According to her the nastiest candy is appropriately called “Toxic Waste.” So if you’re feeling macho, go ahead and try the Toxic Waste. Even Ms. Brigham likes the Sugar Shack.
She says, “Whenever I walk in the Sugar Shack I feel happy, because it’s so brightly decorated, and it feels old fashioned, from the 1950s. I love gummi bears, you have to take them away from me, or I’ll eat them all. It’s kind of disturbing,” she adds.
As Suzie says, “Everyone loves candy, whether you’re 2 or 102.”
Ethiopian Rift
By Mittie Golding, Staff Writer
In a desert in Ethiopia, there is a 35-mile rift, which will eventually become a new ocean. The crack opened in 2005, and wasn’t well studied at the time. A new study shows that the processes creating the rift are almost identical to what is at the bottom of the oceans. The same rift is also parting the Red Sea. This rift was created by an eruption of the volcano Dabbahu, which pushed magma through the middle of the rift, and extended it farther. Results of the latest test show that highly active volcanic boundaries along the edges of the tectonic ocean plates may suddenly break apart in large sections. The Red Sea would most likely flow into the rift, which would create the new ocean.
In a desert in Ethiopia, there is a 35-mile rift, which will eventually become a new ocean. The crack opened in 2005, and wasn’t well studied at the time. A new study shows that the processes creating the rift are almost identical to what is at the bottom of the oceans. The same rift is also parting the Red Sea. This rift was created by an eruption of the volcano Dabbahu, which pushed magma through the middle of the rift, and extended it farther. Results of the latest test show that highly active volcanic boundaries along the edges of the tectonic ocean plates may suddenly break apart in large sections. The Red Sea would most likely flow into the rift, which would create the new ocean.
6th Girls Soccer off to Winning Start
By Emma Brady, Contributing Writer
In the first game for the 6th grade girls soccer team, Menlo won 1-0 over Castilleja. Left mid fielder, Renee Girard, scored the first goal of the season. With an amazing cross from Daria Sprague the ball was cleanly kicked into the goal by Renee Girard. With the help from the 6th grade girls team, the first game of the season was a victory.
In the first game for the 6th grade girls soccer team, Menlo won 1-0 over Castilleja. Left mid fielder, Renee Girard, scored the first goal of the season. With an amazing cross from Daria Sprague the ball was cleanly kicked into the goal by Renee Girard. With the help from the 6th grade girls team, the first game of the season was a victory.
Yankees Win it All
By Mia McConnell, Staff Writer
The New York Yankees have won their 27th World Series! The Yankees beat the Phillies 7-3 to win the series four games to two. Hideki Matsui won the MVP player award for the series and tied the record with six RBIs in one game. Andy Pettitte won on short rest for the Yankees. On the podium Alex Rodriguez said, “My teammates, coaches, and the organization stood by me and now we stand here as world champions!” He continued, “We’re going to enjoy it, and we’re going to party!” Ryan Howard’s late homerun in the sixth-inning was not enough to beat the Yankees and take it to another game. The Phillies pitchers were not strong enough to control the Yankees hot lineup. The Yankees celebrated with joy after a long season.
Photo from wsbt.com
Stanford Football Season Review
By Jack Katzman, Senior Staff Writer
The 2009 Stanford Cardinal finally have a winning record past the halfway mark of the season and are in fourth in the Pac-10 with a 4-2 conference record and they stand at 5-3 overall. Redshirt freshman quarterback Andrew Luck has 9 touchdowns to only 3 interceptions so far this year, and has been solid under center all year. However, the star for the Cardinal this year is senior running back Toby Gerhart, who has 994 yards on 195 carries this year. Locals hope that he can bring the Heisman back to Palo Alto to be the second Heisman winner, the first being Jim Plunkett in 1970. Gerhart already has 13 touchdowns, and is looking like the top back in the Pac-10 so far. The leading receiver is Ryan Whalen with 39 catches for 647 yards and 3 touchdowns. Also, 4 of Chris Owusu’s 26 catches are for touchdowns. The hard-nosed defense led by middle linebacker Clinton Snyder and strong safety Bo McNally have been strong, but they need to really get it together this week because the #8 Oregon Ducks are coming to Palo Alto coming off a rout of USC last week in Eugene. The Cardinal will need all the help they can get because Jaremiah Masoli and the Ducks have the potential to embarrass Stanford this weekend.
Photo from dailycal.org
The Next Generation of Biofuels
By Christopher Cassidy, Science Editor
As the world nears its end of easily accessible carbon resources (like oil and coal), the formerly frowned upon idea of biofuel is rising as a new alternative to conventional fossil-fuel resources for carbon. Living trees are the most plentiful source of cellulose on the planet, and the ability to convert dead plants into fuel without having to wait several million years for them to turn into oil is a monumental advance that will enable us to utilize the currently wasted cellulose from indigestible agricultural wastes. This project, undertaken by 7th grader Alice’s father’s company, Codexis, is improving the process by using super-computer-evolved man-made biological enzymes modeled after the enzymes in termites, which eat dead trees. These enzymes will be able to convert unusable cellulose into carbon bases for fuel. The improvement is that these complex, biologically produced (DNA code for the enzyme is inserted into a yeast cell) enzymes are much more environmentally friendly than the other carbon-high method of turning cellulose into glucose and fermenting that into ethanol alcohol which is burnable as fuel. The computers create 1 million mutations, and then the mutations are tested in yeast, and the mutated production code that makes the most efficient are put back into the computer and mutated again. This computerized process of natural selection without the requirement of natural equilibrium will definitely revolutionize the production of biofuels.
Teen Violence in Illinois
By Kate Huneke, Senior Editor
Being a junior in high school, on the honor roll, and an exceedingly outgoing young man, sixteen-year-old Derrion Albert was an ideal son.
When he was fatally beaten one month ago by a mob after school, his parents struggled to understand how their honor roll student’s life could have ended in such violence.
The teenager’s family is lost in a wake of sadness that followed a brutal, uncalled for beating. Monique Bond, who is the Chicago Public Schools spokeswoman, said Derrion, “basically was walking along unprovoked, and unbeknownst to him he was about to walk into this conflict. I don’t think he even saw them coming.”
The Chicago public school system is the nation’s third-largest school district and has been plagued by violence in recent years. During the 2007-2008 school year, at least twenty students were killed, including eighteen by gunfire. The year before, more than thirty students were killed, again most by gun violence.
The leaders of our country—many of whom pose as heroes to the young—have emitted the idea that school is one of the safest places to be, while the message that has been taught to us for years is slowly forming into an ugly, despicable new idea that will plague our society.
Being a junior in high school, on the honor roll, and an exceedingly outgoing young man, sixteen-year-old Derrion Albert was an ideal son.
When he was fatally beaten one month ago by a mob after school, his parents struggled to understand how their honor roll student’s life could have ended in such violence.
The teenager’s family is lost in a wake of sadness that followed a brutal, uncalled for beating. Monique Bond, who is the Chicago Public Schools spokeswoman, said Derrion, “basically was walking along unprovoked, and unbeknownst to him he was about to walk into this conflict. I don’t think he even saw them coming.”
The Chicago public school system is the nation’s third-largest school district and has been plagued by violence in recent years. During the 2007-2008 school year, at least twenty students were killed, including eighteen by gunfire. The year before, more than thirty students were killed, again most by gun violence.
The leaders of our country—many of whom pose as heroes to the young—have emitted the idea that school is one of the safest places to be, while the message that has been taught to us for years is slowly forming into an ugly, despicable new idea that will plague our society.
Micheal Crabtree- Finally
By James Adler, Contributing Writer
49er’s first round draft pick wide receiver Michael Crabtree has waited for a long time to see the NFL. Crabtree was a red shirt freshman (meaning he did not play as a freshman but he could play as a senior) at Texas-Tech. He played two years at Texas-Tech and became the star receiver in his third year against Texas. The game was tied with just seconds left in the game. The Texas-Tech quarter back through one to Crabtree who broke one tackle and scored to beat the number one ranked Texas long horns. When the draft came around Crabtree was picked tenth in the first round. Crabtree then noticing that the Raiders first round pick Darius Hey-ward Bay (who was picked after Crabtree) was getting a bigger salary then himself. Crabtree then refused to play until he got more money. Crabtree has just signed with the Niners after finally getting paid what he wanted. Crabtree however will not play until week 7 of the regular season against the Houston Texans. Crabtree did end up playing and had 5 receptions for 56 yards. The 49ers fans could finally feel good until during the game Shaun Hill was benched. Alex Smith came in and scored 21 points though in the second half. The 49ers still ended up losing the game 21-24.
49er’s first round draft pick wide receiver Michael Crabtree has waited for a long time to see the NFL. Crabtree was a red shirt freshman (meaning he did not play as a freshman but he could play as a senior) at Texas-Tech. He played two years at Texas-Tech and became the star receiver in his third year against Texas. The game was tied with just seconds left in the game. The Texas-Tech quarter back through one to Crabtree who broke one tackle and scored to beat the number one ranked Texas long horns. When the draft came around Crabtree was picked tenth in the first round. Crabtree then noticing that the Raiders first round pick Darius Hey-ward Bay (who was picked after Crabtree) was getting a bigger salary then himself. Crabtree then refused to play until he got more money. Crabtree has just signed with the Niners after finally getting paid what he wanted. Crabtree however will not play until week 7 of the regular season against the Houston Texans. Crabtree did end up playing and had 5 receptions for 56 yards. The 49ers fans could finally feel good until during the game Shaun Hill was benched. Alex Smith came in and scored 21 points though in the second half. The 49ers still ended up losing the game 21-24.
For Real?
Joe Klein, Staff Writer
So far, a great football season, especially for the Denver Broncos. During the off season, they fired coach Mike Shanahan, and brought in Josh McDaniels, former Patriots offensive coordinator. They also added Mike Nolan; former 49ers head coach, as their defensive coordinator. Then, franchise QB Jay Cutler was traded to the Bears for a package that included QB Kyle Orton. Star receiver Brandon Marshall was unhappy with the organization, and a couple weeks preceding opening day, he “had not known enough of the playbook.” Recipe for disaster? Nope. The Broncos have showed they deserve respect in this league. They are currently 5-0, have allowed about a touchdown per game, and have beaten teams including Dallas and New England. How, you may ask? First, McDaniels installed a new offense, replacing Shanahan’s west coast. He added many 3-receiver sets, with Eddie Royal or Brandon Stokley in the slot, and Jabar Gaffney and Marshall out wide. They have a great o-line, and a new running back in Knowshon Moreno. On the defensive side, Nolan has switched the Broncos from a 4-3 team to a 3-4 with 3 lineman and 4 linebackers. There are only four returning starters (Champ Bailey, DJ Williams noticeably). They also picked up former Eagle and pro bowler Brian Dawkins, the hard hitting free safety. Don’t count them in yet, as they still have 2 meetings with the Chargers, and games with Baltimore, NY Giants, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia. Other than that, expect the Broncos to dash to the playoffs.
The Broncos are not the only team shaking up the standings; don’t forget about the New Orleans Saints, who have the leading MVP candidate at QB. Drew Brees tied the NFL record for passing touchdowns in a game, after recording 6 during their game vs. struggling Detroit. The 4-0 Saints have plenty of options for Brees, including Marques Colston, Devery Henderson, Lance Moore, and even BA (bad attidude) TE Jeremy Shockey has contributed. They also have found a new running back in 3rd year Pierre Thomas. Against Buffalo in week three, Thomas posted career best 126 yards and two touchdowns. If the Saints have that type of balance, then expect Saints and Coach Sean Payton to march to the playoffs. Their offense isn’t the only improvement, though. The Saints D, under new coordinator, Gregg Williams, have surged. During the off-season, they were busy making trades and signing free agents, such as safety Darren Sharper, CB’s Malcolm Jenkins and Randall Gay, and all-world linebacker Jonathan Vilma. There has not been major changes to their scheme, but the talent level has “risen”. Their defense made huge plays during the Saints week 4 victory over the unbeaten at that time Jets. During that game, the Saints D recorded 3 picks, one for a TD, a fumble recovery in the end zone, and four sacks on rookie QB Mark Sanchez. To the Saints, both sides of the football win football games. They will play in my must watch game, hosting the unbeaten NY Giants at 10 am on Sunday. Other than that game, and a game versus the Patriots, 2 games against the Falcons, and a date with the Cowboys, the Saints look unstoppable.
So far, a great football season, especially for the Denver Broncos. During the off season, they fired coach Mike Shanahan, and brought in Josh McDaniels, former Patriots offensive coordinator. They also added Mike Nolan; former 49ers head coach, as their defensive coordinator. Then, franchise QB Jay Cutler was traded to the Bears for a package that included QB Kyle Orton. Star receiver Brandon Marshall was unhappy with the organization, and a couple weeks preceding opening day, he “had not known enough of the playbook.” Recipe for disaster? Nope. The Broncos have showed they deserve respect in this league. They are currently 5-0, have allowed about a touchdown per game, and have beaten teams including Dallas and New England. How, you may ask? First, McDaniels installed a new offense, replacing Shanahan’s west coast. He added many 3-receiver sets, with Eddie Royal or Brandon Stokley in the slot, and Jabar Gaffney and Marshall out wide. They have a great o-line, and a new running back in Knowshon Moreno. On the defensive side, Nolan has switched the Broncos from a 4-3 team to a 3-4 with 3 lineman and 4 linebackers. There are only four returning starters (Champ Bailey, DJ Williams noticeably). They also picked up former Eagle and pro bowler Brian Dawkins, the hard hitting free safety. Don’t count them in yet, as they still have 2 meetings with the Chargers, and games with Baltimore, NY Giants, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia. Other than that, expect the Broncos to dash to the playoffs.
The Broncos are not the only team shaking up the standings; don’t forget about the New Orleans Saints, who have the leading MVP candidate at QB. Drew Brees tied the NFL record for passing touchdowns in a game, after recording 6 during their game vs. struggling Detroit. The 4-0 Saints have plenty of options for Brees, including Marques Colston, Devery Henderson, Lance Moore, and even BA (bad attidude) TE Jeremy Shockey has contributed. They also have found a new running back in 3rd year Pierre Thomas. Against Buffalo in week three, Thomas posted career best 126 yards and two touchdowns. If the Saints have that type of balance, then expect Saints and Coach Sean Payton to march to the playoffs. Their offense isn’t the only improvement, though. The Saints D, under new coordinator, Gregg Williams, have surged. During the off-season, they were busy making trades and signing free agents, such as safety Darren Sharper, CB’s Malcolm Jenkins and Randall Gay, and all-world linebacker Jonathan Vilma. There has not been major changes to their scheme, but the talent level has “risen”. Their defense made huge plays during the Saints week 4 victory over the unbeaten at that time Jets. During that game, the Saints D recorded 3 picks, one for a TD, a fumble recovery in the end zone, and four sacks on rookie QB Mark Sanchez. To the Saints, both sides of the football win football games. They will play in my must watch game, hosting the unbeaten NY Giants at 10 am on Sunday. Other than that game, and a game versus the Patriots, 2 games against the Falcons, and a date with the Cowboys, the Saints look unstoppable.
Goodbye Ms. Limaye!
By Renée Girard, Contributing Writer
Since Ms. Limaye is leaving us after teaching an awesome quarter of Science, we decided to do a quick interview with her to get some information on how she looks back on her time doing 6th grade Science. Ms. Limaye, thank you so much for all you have done, we’ll miss you!
Renée: What has been your favorite part of teaching science this quarter?
Ms. Limaye: The crazy experiments with very enthusiastic, curious, and smart 6th graders.”
Renée: What will you miss?
Ms. Limaye: I will miss the kids, my colleagues and the cookies in the cafeteria!
Renée: What progress have you seen us make as students?
Ms. Limaye: You have become better observers of the world around you, better recorders, and better writers about the phenomenon you are seeing.
Renée: What will you do now?
Ms. Limaye: I will play with my kids, swim, visit, read a lot, and bake cookies!
Renée: Will we still see you around campus?
Ms. Limaye: Yes! You can’t get rid of me, I love this place!
Youtube Faves
By Lauren Smith, Staff Writer
Some of us may know him as Nigahiga, Harry Potter, Edward Cullen, and lots of other things. His name is Ryan Higa, and he is a hilarious actor who enjoys making YouTube videos. Most of them are spoofs of movies, but others are ads. For example, he made a video that is an ad for Carl’s Jr’s Portabello Mushroom Burger. He talks extremely fast to try to fit it all in, and includes that he did not speed up his voice at all. In fact, a movie caster saw some of their videos and asked them if they wanted to be in a movie. They said yes, then “Ryan and Shaun’s Not So Excellent Adventure,” was made. To find some of Ryan Higa and Shaun Fujiyoshi’s hilarious YouTube videos, search “nigahiga” in the YouTube search bar. My personal favorite is the Harry Potter spoof. You are bound to have tons of fun watching him!
Some of us may know him as Nigahiga, Harry Potter, Edward Cullen, and lots of other things. His name is Ryan Higa, and he is a hilarious actor who enjoys making YouTube videos. Most of them are spoofs of movies, but others are ads. For example, he made a video that is an ad for Carl’s Jr’s Portabello Mushroom Burger. He talks extremely fast to try to fit it all in, and includes that he did not speed up his voice at all. In fact, a movie caster saw some of their videos and asked them if they wanted to be in a movie. They said yes, then “Ryan and Shaun’s Not So Excellent Adventure,” was made. To find some of Ryan Higa and Shaun Fujiyoshi’s hilarious YouTube videos, search “nigahiga” in the YouTube search bar. My personal favorite is the Harry Potter spoof. You are bound to have tons of fun watching him!
Michael Jackson
Lucas Loaiza, Staff Writer
We all know him. We all remember him. We all loved him. Then on June 25th, 2009, at 2:26 PT, at UCLA Medical Center, he was pronounced dead, according to his brother Jermaine Jackson, after collapsing at his home in Holmby Hills, California. At 50 years old, the greatest pop singer, of all time, OF ALL TIME, I’m just saying, died of a cardiac arrest.
Now, the album Michael Jackson was working on called: This is It, is out everywhere, even in iTunes. There is a movie on it in just about every theatre you can think of. The late King of Pop will be honored posthumously at the forthcoming 2009 Soul Train Awards. Michael Jackson’s contributions to music will be recognized with a special “Entertainer of the Year” award during the show, scheduled for November 3rd in Atlanta.
I found a very nice poem on Michael Jackson’s website, which
truly shows how much people miss him. You can find the poem through a link on our blog, menloscribbler.blogspot.com.
The poem is at: http://www.michaeljackson.com/us/news/special-honors-michael-jackson-2009-soul-train-awards
We all know him. We all remember him. We all loved him. Then on June 25th, 2009, at 2:26 PT, at UCLA Medical Center, he was pronounced dead, according to his brother Jermaine Jackson, after collapsing at his home in Holmby Hills, California. At 50 years old, the greatest pop singer, of all time, OF ALL TIME, I’m just saying, died of a cardiac arrest.
Now, the album Michael Jackson was working on called: This is It, is out everywhere, even in iTunes. There is a movie on it in just about every theatre you can think of. The late King of Pop will be honored posthumously at the forthcoming 2009 Soul Train Awards. Michael Jackson’s contributions to music will be recognized with a special “Entertainer of the Year” award during the show, scheduled for November 3rd in Atlanta.
I found a very nice poem on Michael Jackson’s website, which
truly shows how much people miss him. You can find the poem through a link on our blog, menloscribbler.blogspot.com.
The poem is at: http://www.michaeljackson.com/
Earthquake Drill
By Paige Pietrofesa and Cassidy Kornfeld, Contributing Writers
On October 15, 2009 almost everyone in California participated in the shakeout earthquake drill. Every year the earthquake drill takes place every year but this year 6.9 californians participated in this drill making it the largest earthquake drill ever.
The purpose of this drill is to have all Californian citizens be prepared in case a real earthquake occurred. This drill took place not only in schools but at people’s work, and also at many homes.
In the bay area we live right on the San Andreas falt. Because we live on this fault if there is 63% percent that we will suffer an earthquake that’s 6.7 or larger coming in the next thirty years.
If a massive earthquake occurs, which scientists expect, it will cause the plate to move, making the ground shake and could damage work buildings and homes. It might leave people without any homes and won’t be able to receive the money from their work.
In the bay area water and energy are transport through lifelines. But if an earthquake occurs, then its possible that they can be destroyed so we should be prepared for anything to happen.
We decided to interview Ms. Brigham because Menlo did not participate in this earthquake drill. We wanted to know if Menlo would have a different earthquake drill take place. These are the questions we asked Ms. Brigham:
P&C: We heard that there was a huge earthquake drill in California and many people in California participated. Not only did the earthquake drill take place in schools but it also took place at work and in some personal households. Many schools did participate in this earthquake drill and we were wondering why Menlo didn’t.
Ms. Brigham: We are in the process of organizing a huge earthquake drill using our safety committee and the city and state supports it. In the earthquake drill that will take place, we are doing pretty much the same things that we would do in the State drill. We wanted to do it a separate time so that teachers would know what to do in case an earthquake happened.
P&C: Do you think any damage would happen to Menlo if an earthquake does occur?
Ms. Brigham: It depends on how big the earthquake is. If it is a large earthquake then I think damage might be done to the buildings but we will do all we can to prevent any injuries.
P&C: Do you plan on Participating in the earthquake dirll next year?
Ms. Brigham: I don’t know. It’s up to our safety committee to make those decisions. But a request could be made to the safety committee.
On October 15, 2009 almost everyone in California participated in the shakeout earthquake drill. Every year the earthquake drill takes place every year but this year 6.9 californians participated in this drill making it the largest earthquake drill ever.
The purpose of this drill is to have all Californian citizens be prepared in case a real earthquake occurred. This drill took place not only in schools but at people’s work, and also at many homes.
In the bay area we live right on the San Andreas falt. Because we live on this fault if there is 63% percent that we will suffer an earthquake that’s 6.7 or larger coming in the next thirty years.
If a massive earthquake occurs, which scientists expect, it will cause the plate to move, making the ground shake and could damage work buildings and homes. It might leave people without any homes and won’t be able to receive the money from their work.
In the bay area water and energy are transport through lifelines. But if an earthquake occurs, then its possible that they can be destroyed so we should be prepared for anything to happen.
We decided to interview Ms. Brigham because Menlo did not participate in this earthquake drill. We wanted to know if Menlo would have a different earthquake drill take place. These are the questions we asked Ms. Brigham:
P&C: We heard that there was a huge earthquake drill in California and many people in California participated. Not only did the earthquake drill take place in schools but it also took place at work and in some personal households. Many schools did participate in this earthquake drill and we were wondering why Menlo didn’t.
Ms. Brigham: We are in the process of organizing a huge earthquake drill using our safety committee and the city and state supports it. In the earthquake drill that will take place, we are doing pretty much the same things that we would do in the State drill. We wanted to do it a separate time so that teachers would know what to do in case an earthquake happened.
P&C: Do you think any damage would happen to Menlo if an earthquake does occur?
Ms. Brigham: It depends on how big the earthquake is. If it is a large earthquake then I think damage might be done to the buildings but we will do all we can to prevent any injuries.
P&C: Do you plan on Participating in the earthquake dirll next year?
Ms. Brigham: I don’t know. It’s up to our safety committee to make those decisions. But a request could be made to the safety committee.
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