Paw Prints

-Mr. Boardman, English II (Pre-IB) and English IV teacher, on why he can’t bring his infant son to school

-Mr. Nusbaum, IB biology II, AP biology, and pre-AP biology teacher

- Mr. Anderson, AP European history and theory of knowledge teacher

-Ms. Mejia, IB Spanish III and AP Spanish literature teacher, noticing how people often have to go to the bathroom when they forget their homework

“Math completes me. And my girlfriend…please don’t tell my girlfriend that I said math completes me.”

- Mr. Dungan, AP calculus AB and pre-calculus (honors) teacher

- Mr. Anderson, AP European history and theory of knowledge teacher

-Ms. Kurz, English III IB and English III teacher, pointing out she has an English degree, not a math degree

-Mrs. Fischer, pre-IB biology teacher, on the “Dread Red” lab

-Ms. Turley, AP English literature and compostion and theory of knowledge teacher, on different kinds of love

- Mr. Anderson, AP European history and theory of knowledge teacher, describing his students’ eagerness for extra credit

-Mr. Bertossa, pre-IB conceptual physics and IB SL/AP B Physics teacher, explaining how to avoid confusion in regards to the right hand rule

-Mr. Brielmaier, pre-calc and mathematical studies teacher

The usual pre-test stuff is usually a good bet… getting there early, going to be early

(yeah, right), having a good breakfast, etc etc. But the most important thing you

should try to remember is that you ARE prepared for these exams (may not seem

like it at the time) and you’ve been working up to them for three or four years of high

school. During the exam, try to stay calm and manage your time so that you’re not

frantically trying to finish. But then again, a little space-out time is occasionally good

for the soul. And the hand cramps. Just make sure you come back from your happy

place and finish the exam!

Well…you have to sleep eventually. Remember that. But if you’re studying in

the wee hours, what usually works for me is getting up and moving around a little bit.

Stretch. Jog. Do jumping jacks. Something to reengergize. Also, you could try getting

a drink or eating a snack. Then there’s always dousing your face with cold water.

It’s very invigorating.

one of the valedictorians for the class of 2006.

Business, he said

Cold, without feeling, his voice as hard as stone

Funny, I thought.

Funny how he had changed, how his soft gentleness had melted away to reveal the jagged edges beneath, sharp points that cut deep

Let’s be professional, he said

Lips moved, voice spoke, but his eyes were vacant, staring

Let’s be honest, I thought

But his honesty had fled as the clock struck the hour, fled with his unguarded smiles, and carefree laughter, fled like the night being chased by the dawn.

We were immature, he said

Accusatory, blaming, like the child he so dreaded mimicking

We were alive, I thought

For the great irony was that the new day had brought with it death, death to my ideals, death to our passion, death to the man I once knew, the man I once, could have…may have…loved

Goodbye, he said

Finite, resolute, without regret

Goodbye, I thought

Goodbye to my innocence and naiveté, goodbye to romantic illusions of love.

For while I stood there silent, speechless, I realized that for him it was always business, and all of life one grand deal, to be brokered and bargained.  I was nothing more than some petty pawn in his game of power and politics, to be traded in or sold at the slightest gesture of Adam Smith’s invisible hand

Silly me, I thought

To have let my heart get in the way

By Jennifer Feliciano

He’s that delicious poison

Flowing through my veins

Cursing my soul with a heated passion

He’s that one fatal flaw

With the unbearable ability

To tear down the gates securing this heart

He’s that fire burning inside of me

Filling my mind with a cloud of smoke

Silencing my voice, controlling my thoughts; harder to breathe

He’s that bitter sweet taste

Lingering on these longing lips

Showering light to cover the darkness within

He’s the rain upon this cheek

With the caressing touch of silk

Kissing away all of these hidden fears

He’s that unconditional, irresistible warmth

Filling the depths of this emptiness; always there

Rebuilding up the foundation of this shattered faith

He’s that extended hand of strength and courage

Who guides me when I’m drowning in doubt

And fixes my broken wings so I can fly again

He’s that indescribable sensation

That can be felt in every pulse; every breath

Where words lack in comparison to how he makes me feel

He’s that one special guy

Who left a mark, a scar on this heart

One that will forever remain

He is my everything

      As an active reader myself, I have to say that Eclipse was one of the best books I have ever read. I can honestly say that it is as good as Harry Potter! Eclipse is the sequel to Twilight and New Moon, and I think it was an excellent continuation and that it still contained the same charisma that the first and second book had. Whatreally struck me the most about this novel was the way that it ended. Since there are some that have not read this novel yet, I will not disclose any information but I will have you know that the ending is not all that it seems to be, seeing as it is written from someone else’s point of view. The epilogue provided a healthy twist to the whole story and in a way foreshadowed what the next book would be about. I also liked how Bella developed new feelings towards things that she wouldn’t have thought twice about in the first and second book. This shows that Bella is really growing as a character and is becoming a bit more complex than first anticipated. It had all the elements of a good story and then some. I would certainly recommend this book to all prospective readers who are above the age of fourteen or above. Even though everyone may not be the type of person who enjoys fantasy fiction, I still think that they should give this book a shot. I never particularly enjoyed fantasy fiction but Eclipse really impressed me

Despite what pop-culture may portray them as, vegetarians aren’t the tree-hugging, grass eating, enthusiastic, airheads they are so often stereotyped to be (well, not all of them anyway). The purpose of this article is not to convert you to be a vegetarian, only to dispel a few of the myths that seem to be so prevalent, and provide a bit of insight for those who have been curious.

1. Vegetarians don’t get enough protein.

Untrue, meat is not the only source of protein. While it is an excellent source, the average person can get a sufficient amount of protein from just having a good diet. For example, beans and rice are an excellent source of protein.

For the most part, this is a misconception. Not all vegetarian good is made from tofu, and or vegetables that no one can pronounce (only the best ones are). Vegetarian meals can be healthy AND delicious.

3. What do vegetarians eat?

The age old question and probably the most common. There are a lot of meals that people eat every day that are vegetarian, and even more that can be made so with simple modifications. Still, having some skills in the kitchen makes a much happier vegetarian. In support, being a vegetarian can make you a much better cook. With all that said, I bet you’re just overcome with excitement about your newfound knowledge, and are eager to test out these theories of mine, here are a few places that I find are good:

Orlando, Florida 32804

900 SE Indian Street

Stuart, FL 34997

Lunch: M -Sa, 11a-3pm.

Amazing food, both vegetarian and vegan.