Saturday, November 14, 2009

Student website reporters think large


Courtney Blades and Emily Wanner, two of Henkle Middle School’s newest student website reporters see life with a very wide lens.

“What you do will follow you until you get really old, until you’re about ready to die,” said Courtney, when asked what young people these days should keep in mind. To clarify, Courtney cited as one example, that young people should not “steal or do bad stuff.”

“Like not finish high school,” said Emily, before adding her own words of wisdom for young people. “You don’t always have to do something to impress or to meet someone’s standards. I think you should set your own standards.”

Both girls appear to be setting high standards for themselves. They get good grades and conduct themselves well, and they like science.

“Mr. Lyons (the science teacher) sometimes gets off track and we end up learning more than we bargained for,” said Emily. “He said if there are aliens out there, they’re not going to look like us.”

“It’s really interesting to learn all the stuff you don’t think about every day,” said Courtney, “like how many planets there actually are.”

Both girls have lived here nearly all their lives. Emily was born in Ontario, Canada, and is actually Canadian. Courtney was born in Hood River. Both see mostly similarities in the courses they take as seventh graders, compared to being sixth graders, except for a few differences.

“We have passing periods, so you can talk to your friends in the hall,” said Courtney. “We still have the same classes, except you don’t have to take art unless you want to.”

“We get to choose which subjects of the arts we get to do, like music, art, and drama,” said Emily.

When she’s not in school, Emily likes gymnastics and ballet, which she takes two times a week and has been doing for about four years. Both girls spend lots of time on the computer.

“I like to get on the computer and talk to my friends,” said Courtney.

With their articulate prowess, both girls will have much to offer when they begin writing articles for the HMS website this academic quarter.
Photo: Emily Wanner (L) and Courtney Blades (R)

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

ASB Sale to raise funds for student activities

By Daniel Lewis, HMS Student Reporter

The Associated Student Body, with Mr. Lyons as the advisor, will sponsor a magazine and gift sale fundraiser this school year. Mr. Lyons hopes that this magazine sale will be better than last year's. The event will begin with students having an opportunity to fill out and submit "Reach Out" booklets by Friday morning, Oct. 30. The main sale will launch Oct. 30 after an informational assembly in the afternoon.

The money raised from the sale will be used to buy sports uniforms, dance DJ's, Grizzly Pride Day supplies, and other stuff from athletics to social. Lowell Nelson of Great American Opportunities is the lead salesperson. Sale order turn-in days are Nov. 2, Nov. 6, and Nov. 18.

Not only are there magazines this year but also CD's to jewelry. All items should be delivered by Christmas. Some prizes that students can win include candy, sunglasses, glitter balls, i-pod speakers, limo cruises, and cash. Also, any student who sold magazines can renew magazine subscriptions from last year's sale.

Wrestlers working hard

By Noah Carmichael, HMS Student Reporter

Wrestling has begun. Here is Coach Lindstrom for a few words say.

How do you think the season will go this year, Coach?
I think we'll do very well this season. We have a lot of good wrestlers.

Is wrestling fun?
Yes, very fun and very fun to coach.

Is it hard?
Yes, very hard. That’s what makes it the most fun sport.

Why do you have to do so much conditioning (run and work out)?
Because 4 minutes and 30 seconds on a mat wrestling can seem forever sometimes, so we need to be prepared. We are going to have a great season this year!

Friday, October 23, 2009

Monster Mash promises Halloween fun

Tomorrow is the big night! Monster Mash returns to Henkle Middle School 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.

Dozens and dozens of parents, grandparents, and students converged the building Friday evening to construct and decorate a fantastic and elaborate Halloween experience. A big crew has transformed what seemed to be an innocent music room passage into a creepy "Haunted Hallway," filled with frightful and phantasmic scenes and characters. The small gym will host a costume contest and a cupcake walk, while the large gym will be full of fun carnival games, a fortune teller, and a special booth for folks to remember loved ones who've passed away. There will also be an "apple-on-a-string" eating contest, with $50 savings bond prizes donated by local banks. Families can also feast on a pizza dinner in the small gym. Most everyone shows up in costume, but it's not a requirement.

The Henkle Parent Teacher Organization annually sponsors and organizes this fun event. Proceeds raise funds for many HMS endeavors, such as field trips and support for the drama and music programs. We invite everyone to come enjoy the festivities and to support HMS all at the same time.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Grizzly Pride featured service and fun




By Noah Carmichael, HMS Student Reporter




Grizzly Pride: If you don't know what Grizzly Pride Day is, well, you're going to know now. It's when all the students help and work on the school and fix it up. Students to fun activities and games and not only help the school but also the community. This year three Grizzly Pride Days were scheduled, one Oct. 6, another in February, and another in the spring. Remember to bring your Grizzly spirit!

Monday, September 28, 2009

Grizzly netters playing strong

By Daniel Lewis

Volleyball is here at Henkle. Practice has started, and games are coming. Coaches this year are Mrs. Owen, Mrs. Hernandez, and Mr. Liddiard.

Mrs. Hernandez, the eighth grade coach, had some things to say about the team. Hernandez thinks the team will be very successful in wins and teamwork. Some strong points for the volleyball players, though, are that several players went to volleyball camp, and each player appreciates each other's level. Coach Hernandez also said that the team has no weak points. Her prediction for the games was that the Grizzlies would win by a lot.

Mrs. Hernandez also enjoys coaching but thinks it's challenging because of the need to balance time. As a coach, Mrs. Hernandez wants players to feel like they improved their own personal skill levels.

Other than Mrs. Hernandez, a player had something to say.

Karen Alvarez, a seventh grade player, said that volleyball was fun. She said that the team needs to work on serving. Karen said practice is hard training, and she likes everything about volleyball. Karen said for her final response that she thinks the team is nervous but may win a couple of games.

Football team working hard

By Noah Carmichael and Daniel Lewis, Student Reporters

Football has kicked off. The Henkle Grizzlies have started. Come to our games and support your Grizzlies.

Now a report form Coach Lindstrom:

“I’m hoping for a great season,” said Mr. Lindstrom.

The team's goals are to win more games and beat Wind River.

Coach Lindstrom said he loves coaching or he would not be coaching right now. Although the coach is confident in his team, there still are some things the team needs to work on. They need to work on defense and more depth on the offensive line. The team has good team speed.

Besides the coach, a player has something else to say. The player is Dawson Reiner

Dawson is hoping for a great season this year. Dawson said he loves playing football. Dawson says it's hard work in order to play in most of the games and to get in the starting lineup.
He thinks the team is pretty good but needs to work on learning the plays and running them correctly. The team's strong point is defense, said Rainier. "The team will do well this season if they try hard and work hard," he said.

The next game the Grizzlies host will be their next game, Tuesday, October 13, against Wind River. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE.