Wild about the Wild Things

The Wild Things

Our Rating: A-

November 1, 2009 • Lawrence Martinez, Saintinel Staff Writer  
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies

I went to see the story of a child who seems to have no friends and relies on his mother as a best friend. the not-so-complex storyline begins slowly, but surely to unravel the myterries of the wild things. The boy, Max, was struggling to find a place in the world as a brother, son, and well, if he... Read more »

11 Steps to Healthy Snacking

November 4, 2009  
Filed under Student Life

Step 1 Cut down on the basic “bad guys:” fat, salt, sugar and empty calories (foods high in calories, but low in nutrients). Step 2 Substitute similar but healthier alternatives when possible: pretzels for chips, plain popcorn for buttered, baked chips for fried chips, yogurt for ice cream. Step... Read more »

Exploring Freshmen

November 4, 2009 • Jessenia Marcos  
Filed under News

Three quarters of our high school student body doesn’t even know what’s going on with the freshmen this year.  It is a new idea at JHS: Freshmen Exploratory.   Every six week grading period freshmen get the chance to take a new elective class.  “It is where students will receive a taste at... Read more »

New Staff at JHS

November 4, 2009  
Filed under Uncategorized

Ms. Green What made you decide to come to Jefferson High School?  “I like it, it’s small.” I heard that students needed great teachers and that they were awesome kids.”  How do you like Jefferson High School?  “I love it. I would love to be a teacher here. I am having the best experience.... Read more »

Drama Class Creates Childrens Play

November 4, 2009 • Bre Trejo  
Filed under News

Mr. Medicus’s childrens theatre class is working hard on a play they will be performing for the kids at Lumberg Elementary.  Last year’s childrens play was a success, which set the bar high for this year’s play. We have been working diligently to top the work that was done in the past. During... Read more »

A Scary Paranormal Activity

Paranormal Activity

After a young couple moves into a house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic.

Our Rating: A

November 4, 2009 • Ms. Aliaga, Guest Writer  
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Movies

After a clear lapse of judgment on my behalf I not only went to the see Paranormal Activity but I watched it at the IMAX giant screen. Though I was once a scary movie fanatic, it has been a long time since I got scared to my core, the way this film did.  The plot is very simplistic; a happy young couple... Read more »

60 Minutes H1N1 Flu Vaccines, Japanese Mafia

November 4, 2009  
Filed under News, Videos

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US History Schoolhouse Rock

November 4, 2009  
Filed under Videos

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FREE After School Snacks

November 4, 2009 • Elizabeth Sigmond Yantorni  
Filed under Student Life

Uh huh — you heard it right — free snacks for students in academic or enriching after school programs! ( Sorry coaches, athletes are not eligible for the free snack program). What: JHS is approved to participate in the CDE after school snack program. Therefore students staying after school... Read more »

November Principal’s Writing Prompt

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November 4, 2009  
Filed under JHS Writes

Once we know what it is, we’ll post it here.  Keep checking back!  Read More →

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