Red Hawk Review
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The Faces of the Olympics
The 2016 Summer Olympics have come and gone. Some expectations were met, while others were not. While some names will be engraved in our minds, some will be easily forgotten. Here are some of the names that will be remembered:
Michael Phelps
- Category: Swimming
Starting his Olympic career at 15, he has accomplished a lot throughout the years. Just this year, he beat the 2,168-year-old Olympic record held by Leonidas of Rhodes for individual event successes.
Gold Medals:
- men’s 4x100m freestyle relay
- men's 4x200m freestyle relay
- men's 200m butterfly
- men's 200m individual medley
- men's 4x100m medley relay
Silver Medal:
- men's 100m butterfly
Katie Ledecky
- Category: Swimming
Starting her Olympic career as a high school student, she's been winning gold medals ever since.
Gold Medals:
- women's 200m freestyle
- women's 800m freestyle
- women's 400m freestyle
- women's 4x200m freestyle relay
Silver Medal:
- women's 4x100m freestyle relay
Simone Biles
- Category: Gymnastics
This 4’11’’ ball of energy has “flipped” everyone upside down this year with her outstanding performance.
Gold Medals:
- women's vault
- women's team all-around
- women's individual all-around
Bronze:
- women's beam
As sad as we are to see the 2016 Summer Olympics end, we can always look forward to the 2018 Winter Olympics!
-Story by Ally McMillan and Katie Beech
6 Pinterest Recipes You Need to Try
Peanut Butter Banana Quesadilla
Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
If you’re craving Mexican, but aren’t willing to make the drive to a local Mexican restaurant, this recipe is perfect. http://numstheword.com/creamy-chicken-enchiladas/
-Katie Beech and Ally McMillan
Easy Honey Garlic Shrimp
Soft and Gooey Loaded S’mores Bars
Sweet Potato Toast
Put Some Pep in Your Step!
Let's Go Red Hawks!!
The first pep rally of the 2016-2017 school year was held on Friday, August, 26th in the main gym. As expected, it got students excited for this school year.
Each class created their own chant to say at the pep rally and each had a banner to display in front of their section of bleachers.
Even though the pep rally was at the beginning of a new year, it was a tremendous success. With every pep rally, there are some traditions that will never change: the band plays an enormous part in lifting morale by entertaining the student body throughout the event; and, as always, it wouldn't be a Stewarts Creek pep rally without performances by the dance team and color guard! The cheerleaders made sure that students were given the chance to join in on everything by leading the school in cheers and performing rousing productions.
Each pep rally offers new experiences to the student body, so make sure to attend as many as you can!
-Story by Cami Farr
Getting to Know You
An Interview with Ms. Bakari, English I Instructor
1. What subject and grade do you teach? Why did you decide to teach this subject?
I teach English I Honors (9th Grade). As an undergraduate, I majored in English and Political Science with the intent of eventually going to Law School; when I decided to teach, English was a natural choice because I have always loved literature and writing.
2. What inspired you to be a teacher?
I was never inspired per se to be a teacher; in fact, it was the LAST thing I wanted to do as a profession; however, after becoming a substitute teacher in Chicago, I developed a joy for teaching that I could not have anticipated.
3. Have you ever thought about a different career? If so, what?
Yes. I've often thought about pursuing a career in journalism.
4. What is the best part of your job?
SUMMER BREAK!! (Truth)
5. What is the worst part of your job?
The worst part of teaching at this point is the focus on standardized testing.
6. What do/did you hope to achieve by being a teacher?
My goal is to try and instill in students a desire to become better versions of themselves.
7. Do you have any heroes?
My grandparents, Henry and Eva Oliver, are my heroes.
8. Did you want this career as a child? Why or why not?
As a child, I always wanted to be a writer. Again, teaching was the last thing I ever wanted to do.
9. Do you feel that you have had an impact on the students that you’ve taught? If so, in what way?
I believe I've had a positive impact on the students who I've had the pleasure of teaching. That is definitely my goal even though students don't realize that when I'm bombarding them with writing assignments and homework. Over the years, many students have contacted me to let me know that I have influenced them positively in some way. Having this affirmation helps me continue in a profession that is often unappreciated.
10. Are you happy so far with what you’ve achieved as a teacher?
Yes, but I eventually plan to become an administrator.
11. How long have you been teaching?
I've been teaching for 27 years. (I'm only 30, so I'm not sure how I managed that.)
12. Do you find teaching high school different than teaching middle school? Is there a different culture between the two?
Because I teach ninth grade, I haven't noticed much difference within the classroom; however, students don't have to be escorted everywhere like they do in middle school. This, for me, is heavenly. Trying to keep middle school students in a line is like herding cats.
As far as the school's culture, Stewart's Creek seems to have created a culture in which students are genuinely supported and cared for by each and every person in the building. Smiles and laughter from students AND staff echo through the halls. It has been a wonderful experience for me thus far.
13. What made you decide to switch from teaching middle school to teaching high school?
When I began my teaching career, I taught at a high school in Chicago. From there, I moved to Philadelphia where I taught GED Adult Basic Education, and English as a Second Language. Returning to the high school environment was something I had always planned to do.
Stewarts Creek vs. Smyrna Game
-Story by Katie Beech
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling
The Next Generation
Muggles and wizards throughout the world returned to the wizarding world on July 31 through the release of J.K. Rowling’s latest novel Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a book that will welcome you back to Hogwarts while still showing you a side that you've never seen before.
The novel was created and brought to life on stage through the collaboration of J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and John Tiffany.
Since the newest book is in the form of a play script, it may take some readers a bit longer to get through. Also, because Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is formatted as a play, there is a third-person omniscient point-of-view.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child takes place 19 years after The Deathly Hallows. Albus Severus Potter, Harry's second biological son, feels as though he is a disappointment to his father and the rest of his family. Albus and his only friend, Scorpius Malfoy, set out on a journey to help Albus live up to the heavy mantle of the family name. Rising to the legacy of his father's name, however, could cost Albus both his life and the only person who has ever truly understood him.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child offers fans a whole new way to fall in love with the wizarding world. As J.K. Rowling herself once said, "The stories we love best do live in us forever. So, whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home."
-Story by Cami Farr
Going for Gold: Homecoming 2016
With the dog days of summer coming to a halt, school is back in session, bringing forth the homecoming season. Homecoming is a time-honored tradition for high schools throughout the country; fellow students will nominate each other for the coveted Homecoming Court, pep rallies rouse up the student population, and the much-anticipated football game is enjoyed by all. The Stewarts Creek Red Hawks will celebrate homecoming on September 16th, where they will be taking on the Columbia Central Lions.
But gear up Red Hawks because the football game is not the only event that requires your involvement. Spirit Week will commence from September 12th and continue all the way through September 16th. Spirit Week is a great way for students to show their school pride and participate in the thrilling, themed dress up days.
This year's homecoming spirit week will include the following:
Monday is Team USA Day: Get all decked out in USA related paraphernalia and display red, whites, and blues.
Tuesday is Rio Carnival Day: Wear bright colors to represent the vibrant and colorful carnivals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Wednesday is Show Me Your Metals Day: Dress in gold, silver, and bronze. Showcase your trophies and medals on this swanky day.
Thursday is Greek Toga Day: Whip out those bedsheets and embrace your inner Grecian being because, on toga day, we're all Greek.
Friday is Torch the Lions Day: Show some school spirit and wear your class color or even your homecoming shirt.
Spirit days lead up to the school parade at the end of the week. Classes, clubs, and now sports teams will compete for the best float and even for shiny, new trophies.
Amanda Tupper, teacher and student council representative, shares what makes Homecoming at Stewarts Creek so great. "We have multiple levels of participation", from students, teachers, and faculty included.
So show some school pride by participating in spirit week and coming to the game on Friday, September 16th.
-Story by Kylie Stephens
Journalism Club
Editor: Cami Farr
Journalists: Katie Beech, Ally McMillan
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