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ELIZABETH GORDONPORTFOLIO 2012

“Jesus answered, If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the

poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.’”

Matthew 19:21

Business Cards

“Whoever gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes will get many a curse”. Proverbs 28:27

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Cover letter

“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed.” Luke 4:18

Dear Mrs.Burke,

My name is Elizabeth Gordon and I am interested in becoming the Business Manager of hilights newspaper. Perhaps hilights is looking for someone who can get the job done efficiently and in a timely manner, if that is the case, I am your girl. I am qualified for this position because of my organizational skills and because I have taken Journalism 1 and 2. I would like for you to look further into my qualifications in light of my request. I would love to uphold the position of Business Manager because I am very keen with organization and designing, also I think that my ability to effectively get in contact with people, and get interviews, this job would be right up my ally.

As a one-year staffer on hilights newspaper, I have learned the ropes of designing and writing. I have also learned how to stay on deadline and organized. I have a sharp understanding of Photoshop and InDesign; this knowledge will help me to create picture perfect ads in our newspaper. I enjoy designing and would find the position of Business Manager as more of an honor and joy, than just a job that involves hard work.

I have attached my resume, and hope that you see a glimpse of the enthusiastic, quick learning kind of person I am. I would be honored to take a moment of your time to talk to you in person. Thank you for your time. Respectfully yours,

Elizabeth Gordon

ELIZABETH GORDONRenee Burkehilights newspaper adviser2000 South Mills AvenueOrlando, FL 32806

3589 Gatlin Place Circle, 32812, Orlando, FL • 407-202-3217 • [email protected]

Resume

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and who-ever loves has been born of God and knows God. Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.” 1 John 4:7-8

OBJECTIVE: I would like to obtain and uphold the position of Business Manager for hilights newspaper through a position on staff or a summer workshop.

EDUCATION:Complete two years at Boone High SchoolGraduation date: May 2014 GPA 4.0. Top 10 percent of class.

EXPERIENCE:Newspaper staff member, Boone High School Aug 2011- June 2012. I researched information for news articles and features through web sources and library books. I wrote stories and edited other student’s columns, editorials and layouts.

RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIES: Journalism 1, Journalism 2, sports writing, Spanish 1 and 2, and Advanced Placement Human Geography.

HONORS, AWARDS, AND MEMBERSHIPS• Key Club 2011-2012• Social Justice Club 2011-2012• Sophomore Class Council• Fellowship of Christian Athletes • 2009 Dreamer and Doer nominee• 4.0 GPA 2011-2012

REFERENCESJennifer Hilley- Gifted English 2, [email protected], 407-893-7200 ext. 6014605Suzanne Unger- Advanced Placement Human Geography, [email protected], 407-893-7200 ext. 6014210Renee Burke- Publications Advisor/ Journalism instructor, [email protected], 407-443-8451

ELIZABETH GORDON

3589 Gatlin Place Circle, 32812, Orlando, FL • 407-202-3217 • [email protected]

Self analytical essay

“For me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Phillipians 1:21

This year I learned many things I was oblivious to last year. Maybe it was my freshman intuition, or just my

ignorance, but I had this mindset that the newspaper just popped out of thin air. I saw deadline days and story

assignments on the board, but I never put it into consideration that the kids on newspaper and yearbook actually

had to do so much work.

Last year I thought I was smart because I knew how to make a modular layout on InDesign; little did I

know that a year later I would actually be designing full pages, placing pictures, writing captions and actually

writing the stories. For some reason I thought that maybe, just maybe, pressing the “insert filler text” would be

sufficient enough to send a page to press.

This year was a loud, screeching wake up call. I learned how to use InDesign and PhotoShop extensively.

On the first deadline I learned the hard way that if you don’t plan out everything wisely, you will end up having

nervous break downs. I am excited to say that I have learned how to produce more open ended questions than

I did last year. More importantly, I learned that newspaper is the accumulation of multiple voices and multiple

minds. Newspaper isn’t just a class or club, it is a lifestyle and more so, a family.

In the future, I will be able to use all of my knowledge from this year and use it educate incoming staffers

next year. I know how hard it is to write a story by first deadline, so next year I will definitely go out of my way

to make sure I can help new students. I was very blessed to have such great people on staff with me. Anna Marie

and Tyler helped me out so much this year, and I am very grateful for that.

Personal Essay

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Thessalonians 5:16-18

Prior to taking Journalism 1 and Newspaper, I honestly thought that journalism was a waste of time.

I thought that journalism was for people who enjoyed writing. I never understood until recently, that in

journalism, you aren’t just writing a story to write a story; you are writing a story to influence the way people

think, and to share someone’s life with another. As I started to write stories, I had to interview people. During

these interviews, I made friends and my perspective on things changed. For example, when I wrote a story about

the Student Government Association, I thought that all they did was make decisions. After interviewing the

president of sophomore class, I learned that they actually spend over nine hours a week planning different events

at school. Journalism isn’t just a way of conveying news; it is a way of unraveling someone’s life, and telling their

story through an assimilation of interviews, conversations and research..

Before I ever set foot at Boone, I had my mind set on diving into journalism. My best friend, Delanee, had a

sister who was on the yearbook staff. I came over and Delanee and I talked to her sister Rachel about yearbook.

Rachel told us about the black mail board, the rolling-chair races and the difficult but rewarding deadlines. This

was back in eighth grade, I had no idea how hard yearbook students worked until I entered J1 in ninth grade.

The things Delanee’s sister told me sparked my interest in journalism. After talking with her sister, I took the

journalism class so that I could be on yearbook by sophomore year. After taking J1 I decided to join newspaper

because I excelled at creating newspaper layouts, yet failed at creating appealing yearbook spreads.

To succeed in J1 I had to study yearbook and newspaper jargon on a regular basis. Prior to J1 I had not

experienced how to delegate work and collaborate in order to turn thing sin on time. I had to give up control

when I was assigned group projects. Since then, I have learned how to be patient with people and how to work

with other staffers efficiently.

In regards to newspaper, to succeed I had to use my planner countless times, along with thousands of sticky

notes. To succeed in newspaper organization and time management skills are crucial. I had these two skills

before, but they had never been put to the test.

I have used my organizational and time management skills to contribute to journalism. Through interviews,

phone calls, e-mail and conversations, I have been able to formulate stories that were sent to press. I have also

contributed my ability to work in a group, I learned that in newspaper you live by the motto “you scratch my

back, I scratch your back.” I have been able to help people fix their stories through peer edits and I also have been

able to help people design their layouts.

Journalism has become a passion of mine. Before I became interested in journalism, I had a fiery passion

for social justice, humanitarian-type work. I hope to verge my two passions together. Perhaps, I could write and

design for a local non-profit, while helping hands on in the community at the same time.

Reflection #1

“They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” Revelation 7:16-17

My most significant piece of work for publications this year was my story “Gender affects judgment” (May

11, 2012 p. 11).

“Gender affects judgment” is an article that tells readers about different stereotypes and how they compare

to what researchers say. For example, stereotypically guys have cleaner cars than girls. According to the article

“Do men keep their cars cleaner than women?” on yell.com, men are 34 percent more likely than women to keep

their cars as clean as it was the first day they bought it.

On a scale of one to ten, the difficulty of writing this story was a six. For this article, I ended up interviewing

seven different people and my design kept changing. Finding and coordinating times to meet with students to

interview them was also difficult. In the beginning, it was hard to pick an angle and a design that would compli-

ment my story.

The design of my story drastically changed from the first draft I had drawn up. In the beginning I meshed

two cars together, because my angle in the beginning was to write about the difference between car models and

what gender drives them most commonly, but towards the end I changed my angle, started writing about ste-

reotypes according to gender and changed my design entirely. In the end, my lead art was a picture of students’

messy car, and I ended up quoting the guy whose car was originally going to be the lead art, and used his car as

an enticing image for readers.

This is my favorite piece because I really enjoyed writing it, interviewing interesting students, taking pictures

of random cars in the parking lot and most of all I enjoyed counting 200 cars in the student parking lot with

Tyler Patrick while it was 95 degrees outside. I had so much fun designing this page and knowing that I had fun

designing and writing the story assured me that students would be excited to read my story because it was differ-

ent and interesting.

Reflection #1

“Do not let others look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, love, faithfulness and purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12

Reflection #1

“The afflicted and needy are seeking water, but there is non, and their tongue is parched with thirst. I, the LORD, will answer them myself.” Isaiah 41:17

hilights.org page 11May 11, 2012

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Gender affects judgement STEREOTYPES AND STATISTICS

DEFINE DRIVERS’ PERSONALITIES

By LIZZY GORDON

Studies show that people’s dogs tend to resemble their physical characteristics, and researchers have proved that the outside of one’s car defines the kind of person he is.

According to the article “Car color may reflect your personality” on genins.com, a United Kingdom study found that the color of one’s car describes the driver’s personality. For example, if one drives a black car, he is typically”‘aggressive and consider himself to be an outsider.”

Junior Blake Williams has a red car. According to this study, he is energetic and a fast mover, thinker and talker.

“I kind of agree because I am energetic, but I am not a fast talker,” Williams said.

Other stereotypes also generalize that the cleanliness of a car is dependent upon the gender of the driver. According to yell.com, males are 34 percent more likely than females to keep their cars as clean as it was the first day they bought it. This goes hand in hand with the stereotype that says girls are cleaner when it comes to hygiene, but boys are cleaner when it comes to cars.

“I actually think it true. Girls obviously care a lot about their hygiene, probably more than guys. And guys care a lot about having nice cars to show off. Also, girls are more likely to have extra clothes, gum and hair brushes, whereas guys

do not really think about stuff like that as much,” senior Katherine Gibson said.

However, this stereotype has not been proven. According to autoguide.com, only 34 percent of 1000 drivers surveyed said they washed the inside and outside of their car every six months, and an additional 13 percent admitted that they fully clean the inside and outside only once a year, this includes both males and females.

Stereotypically, students who are involved in sports are more susceptible to having a messy car due to the amount of sports equipment they have to keep on hand along with water bottles.

“In my trunk, I have four pairs of cleats, a soccer ball, softball, frisbee, blankets’, towels and a first aid kit. At one point I had eight water bottles on the floor of the passenger seat,” Gibson said.

Another stereotype is that guys are faster than girls. According the article “The best selling cars by gender” on forbes.com, the average horsepower of a car on their list of the five most popular vehicles for men is 367 and for women it is 172. This goes to show that males are not only stereotypically faster than girls, but also statistically.

“I would agree with that because guys usually look for cars with speed and power, and girls look more for cuteness

Your Thoughts

Describe what your dream car looks like.

My dream car is a Volkswagon bus, like the Mystery Machine on Scooby Doo.

A nice blue truck with big tires, a loud exhaust, is lifted and chromed out.

I want a black Hummer because they are so big. I would also want big tires.

A yellow Wrangler Jeep; I like that it is made for rough terrain.”

- christopher haley, sophomore - tamara vernette, junior- paula morales, freshman - alicia duncan, senior

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Black cars- usually driven by aggressive people who consider themselves “outsiders.” (49)Green cars- often driven by people with “hysterical tendencies.” (29)Blue cars- usually driven by introspective people who are cautious drivers. (41)Red cars are driven by energetic people who are fast talkers, movers and thinkers. (30)White cars can signify status seeking extroverts. (70)

source: genins.com “Car color reflects personality”

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My 1984 Chevy is in brutal body condition, but it is truly a cruise mobile at heart. ‘Winston’ has a turbo 400 transmission and I do not hesitate to use my extra pony power. - geoffrey kirchoff , senior

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and how they look in the car,” senior Marimar Jiminez said.Students will continue to have opinions on these

stereotypes that vary.

I have a lot of random things in my trunk. For instance, a watergun, because you never know when you may need it.”

- katherine gibsonsenior

Reflection #2

“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:37-39

I consider the story “Students like social media” as an unfinished piece; it was my first story. After writing

this story, I realized how difficult it was to find students of different genders and ethnicities to fit into my story.

The first deadline was probably the hardest because I was trying to learn the ropes. My story didn’t evolve drasti-

cally from its first to final draft. When I first wrote this story, I only had sophomore girls quoted and all of them

were white. By the time my story went to press, I learned that I am not supposed to COB out headshots, and that

I certainly need to feature people of diversity in my stories.

What I think this story could really use is a better lead art figure. Because this was the first deadline, I did

not know how to design well, and now looking back I regret not spicing up my design.

I am proud of this piece at the same time because I turned everything to the editors on time and because I

researched the topic of social media obsessions many times before I wrote the story.

Reflection #2

“Give to him who asks of you, and do not turn away from him who wants to borrow from you.” Matthew 5:42

Reflection #2

“He who is gracious to a poor man lends to the LORD, and he will repay him for his good deed.” Proverbs 19:17

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hilights.org page 9October 7, 2011

Students ike social mediaSOCIAL MEDIA SITES

CONSUMETIME

By LIZZY GORDON

As the school bell rings the anxious students rush home excitedly, not because they have a boat load of homework, instead they are excited to check out a new notification on their Facebook account. Everyone has an addiction; social media is becoming one of the most common.

Teenagers tend to find themselves in constant contact with their friends, whether it be through the Facebook application on their phone, Tumblr or through texting between classes.

“Facebook makes it really easy to reconnect with friends who I’ve lost touch with,” junior Victoria Treiber said. “I’ve found old friends from elementary school. Being on this site helps me reconnect with them and see what they’ve been up to.”

With advancements in technology, peoples’ social skills continue to decline due to lack of face to face contact with one another. According to a

study conducted by Cybersentinel, the average teenager spends 31 hours on the computer a week, roughly 5.5 hours a day.

Daily, most teens spend an average of two hours on YouTube; the other three and a half hours are spent on social networking sites such as Tumblr, Twitter, MySpace and Facebook. Students spend three hours a week on school related research.

According to CBS Minnesota, Facebook Depression exists.

Teenagers that suffer from this

say what they feel.“[On Tumblr] I can express myself

however I want to, and nobody will judge me because they are doing the same thing. Unlike on Facebook, where you have to worry about drama,” sophomore Meghan Asbury said.

Teachers have started to use the social media site, Twitter, to their advantage. This site can tweet reminders about what to bring to class the next day, project due dates and homework assignments.

“It’s smart for educators to use technology to deliver helpful information. I’m using ProgressBook to upload copies of what we did in class so that students always have access to my course work wherever there is Internet connection,” english teacher Jennifer Hilley said.

Having homework and due dates posted online can benefit students too, as long as they follow their teacher on Twitter. If teachers create Facebook pages, this could be helpful because almost every teenager has a Facebook.

“[Facebook helps me out because] I know stuff about school work that’s due the next day because I talk to my friends,” junior Kevin Lopez said.

depression tend to feel disheartened when they log into Facebook and do not have notifications.

“Girls, especially, may have this depression when they see boys commenting on other girls profile pictures. Seeing that could lower their self esteem,” sophomore Madison Nagle said.

Depending on the way a person uses these sites makes the addiction either positive or negative. On a positive note, social media frees the minds of people who just want to be who they are, and

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Reflection #3

“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” Galatians 5:13

I am proud of this picture because it was the only good picture I took. Also, because it is a rather

decent picture once you put it into perspective that this was the first sports picture I had ever taken.

This picture is a good example of the rule of thirds. Schulyer is not in the dead middle, yet he is still

the dominant figure in this picture. The lines of the free throw line play as leading lines, they sway the

readers eye to the dominant figure. Even so, the repetition of the color orange in the boys jerseys as

well as the basketball, keeps the viewers attention.

What attracts me to his photo, is that even though the picture is still, by his body language, I an tell

what isgoing to happen next.

This picture is saved as: boysbasketball 11-14_GordonIMG_2435.JPG.

Reflection #3

“Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Proverbs 31:30

I am proud of this picture because I captured the guitarist, at Battle of the Bands, playing his guitar.

The scenery in the background really grabs my attention, because of the sky’s color, the guitarist,

Garry, has a slight silhouette.

Garry is the center of visual interest, which acts as a good element of composition. The guitars

edges act as leading lines, and even so his silhouette adds to the repition of lines leading the viewer to

our dominant figure.

What attracts me most about this picture is the background. The sky’s tone draws me to the

guitarist.

I am proud of this picture, more over, because I got down on the floor and took this picture. I

was not afraid to get close to him, like I was in the beginning of the year when I first took pictures.

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Reflection #3

“Your life in Christ makes you strong, his love comforts you. You have fellowship with the Spirit and you have kindness and compassion for one another.” Philippians 2:1

I am proud of this picture because it took me a long time to catch someone jumping off the deck,

without it being blurry.

This picture has a center of visual interest that follows the rule of thirds. The docks frame

Catherine Harper as she jumps into Lake Conway.

What attracts me about the photo is two things, Harpers classy one piece and also the gracefulness

of her fall. This picture entertains viewers because of the way Harpers body is placed, her leap

resembles that of a flying squirrel.

This photo is saved as: relay4life/fcaparty5-18_gordon207.jpg

Reflection #4

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-6

I have been an asset to the newspaper staff in many ways. I have helped other staffers create open ended

interview questions, design their pages, and I have stayed on deadline while helping others with their stories.

Delanee and I have worked together on a give and take basis; she helps me design, I help her come up with

open ended questions.

I stayed on deadline almost every issue, give or take being one day late to one of my mini deadlines. By

staying on deadline I have been able to use my spare time to help others. For example, during the May deadline,

I finished my stories and was able to assist Delanee with finding information about her story “Other Options.” By

staying on deadline I have not held the staff back from going to press.

Regarding my statement about helping other staffers write their stories, I took on Rubens story about

“Change This World” because he was behind on all of his other stories. If I had not taken that story, the story

would have been cut, meaning that we would have to fill in the extra space in our double page spread; also if I

had not taken that story we would’ve been held back from going to press.

To show my commitment to staff, I have stayed after school, I have come befoe school and I have skipped

lunch to work and get ahead.

One example of my commitment to staff was when I checked out a camera and took pictures at Battle of the

Bands, Relay for Life and the Fellowship Christian Atheletes end of year party.

I am an asset to the newspaper staff because I am hard working and get my work done.

Reflection #5

“Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away.” 1 Corinthians 13:7-8

I have faced hardships this year. Due to my lack of knowledge of the tools in InDesign, I have not been able

to make my pages as exciting as I had envisioned them in my head. Another issue that kept on occurring during

deadlines was that students wouldn’t reply to my messages and that my designs kept on changing drastically.

The stress of deadlines has also been a hardship. Although I have learned from deadlines, they have inflicted

unneeded stress. I’ve gone through some mental break downs and I have had days where I just want to crawl up

in a ball and cry because of how much work I needed to finish. Stress balls have become my best friends this year.

At the same time, these hard ships have prepared me for next year and have taught me more than I could have

imagined. Deadlines have taught me how to work under pressure and time management. Because students don’t

always reply to my messages, I have learned to have back ups and to check out their schedules so I know if I can

interview them during their class or not. Stress has taught me how to multi task and work faster. Because I am not

educated on InDesign tools, I have learned things for myself, I will carry on the knowledge I have acquired into

next year.

Overall, I think I handled these hardships to the best of my abilities. When I got stressed I would avoid people

so that I wouldn’t annoy them with my problems. Working out and using my organizational skills helped calm

the stress I carried on my back during deadline. In regards to my difficulty with using InDesign and PhotoShop, I

have been able to learn new things through asking for assistance.

If it wasn’t for these hardships, I wouldn’t have learned anything this year. You cant learn unless you take on a

problem head on. If I had not experienced the stress of deadlines, I wouldn’t know how to turn in things to my

other classes on time, and I definitely would not have the time management skills I have acquired this year.

If I had to give new kids on staff a few words of advice, the first thing I would say is: command I or die.

Reflection #6

“A friend loves at all times.” Proverbs 17:17

My greatest weakness, as stated in my mid-term response, was taking sports pictures. Since January, I have

not needed to take any sports pictures but I did take pictures at Relay for Life and at the Fellowship of Christian

Athletes end of the year party. Lindsay showed me how to take pictures of people in motion; all I had to do was

simply change the cameras dial to “sports”. The pictures I took were decent and weren’t blurry.

Although I have not mastered the setting of the camera, I have obtained a better understanding of how it

works. Practice makes perfect.

Reflection #7

“We love because he first loved us.” 1 John 4:19

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Foundation constructs better lifeBy LIZZY GORDON

A house is not simply a place to live; it is a fortress where people find comfort and security.

Families find themselves living impoverished houses and neighborhoods. Families tend to lose their sense of safety; but Habitat for Humanity helps restore their lives

Since 1976, Habitat has been seeking to prevent poverty housing.

With the support of local companies, the non-profit organization, has built more

than 200,000 houses worldwide, as well as provide 1 million people

with safe, decent, affordable shelter. “I applied because I am a single

parent. [My daughter] was born with Spinal Bifida and is wheel chair bound. It has been a mission to find an affordable, wheel chair accessible place to live, and also I wanted to ensure that she would always have a place to call home,” Guidance clerk Ileana Quinones said.

Habitat does not give anyone a home. To receive a home, a family must attend orientation, send in a completed application, and then Habitat will look through finances to ensure that the family is capable of reimbursing them.

Families can only be approved if they meet qualifications and agree with something called sweat equity. Sweat Equity is when a parent of the household volunteers with Habitat for Humanity. The time required depends

on how many parents are present.A single parent has to volunteer

300 hours; a two-parent household must complete 500 hours. People can meet these hours by helping build their own homes, a neighbor’s home and by working at the Habitat headquarters.

“Because I have a full time job here at Boone, I really only worked on two houses, mine and another family’s home for about the same amount of time,” Quinones said.

According to the Proclamation of the City of Orlando, 600 women spent 5,000 hours building 12 homes during the 2010 and 2011 Women Build Week. Last year 24 houses were built in all, volunteers are always needed.

“The issue of housing affects everyone. Houses give you a sense of stability; families that apply tend to move a lot due to financial issues. Some youth may act up because of the stress of moving,” volunteer coordinator for Habitat for Humanity Jennifer Gallagher said.

If a student wishes to volunteer and get involved, he must be 16-years-old or older and must complete a volunteer application online. Students can help build a house by stabilizing walls, shingling the roof or by landscaping.

Students interested in volunteering can go to habitat-orlando.org for an application. Volunteer workdays are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

“[Volunteering] was so much fun because everyone was cheerful. There

is something everyone can do to help,” Diane Ringlund, a volunteer, said.

Students under the age of 16 can also get involved without working onsite.

“We have an off-site educational system where students can learn about Habitat for Humanity. They can also make lunches for volunteers and workers,” Gallagher said.

Each house costs roughly $59,000; to donate students can text “HOME” to 41518. Each text donates $10.

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As the girl opens the box, a smile streams across her face and screams a cry of joy. It was not a toy or a brand new pair of shoes but only a bar of soap. To her, the soap bar can save her life.

Clean the World is a non-profit organization based in Downtown Orlando. This organization began when Clean the World’s president and cofounder Paul Till researched online and discovered that medical research shows the top two killers in children under the age of five are pneumonia and cholera, and learned that 60 percent of those diseases can be prevented through regular hand washing.

Hotels in America alone throw away one million bars of soap each day, this is why Clean the World has partnered with 1,300 hotels in the past three years. In the partnership, hotels give their used soap to Clean the World. Clean the World recycles it, then gives it to countries where it is desperately needed as well as to people who need it

in our own community. “When I leave a hotel I take that

last look in the shower and [I would] see that bar of soap left. You really can’t pack a bar of soap like you can the shampoos and thought it to be such a waste [to throw away]. So, I thought this organization really had a simple solution,” Nichole Gordon, a local advocate for Clean the World, said.

The process of recycling the soap begins with surface cleaning, which volunteers do at Clean the World headquarters. The sanitizing process uses an eco-friendly, germ-fighting solution and then rebatches recycled bars into new bars of soap. With the help of a soap press, a machine compacts bars together; it is able to produce 80,000 soap bars per day.

“[What caught my attention about this organization is] the fact that they are utilizing what people are throwing away and making good use out of it,” sophomore Elizabeth Gordon, who has

volunteered, said.Clean the World sends soap to more

than 45 different countries including Albania, Armenia, Bolivia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone and Suriname.

“In 10 years, I’d like to see us capture at least 50 percent of the global hospitality market and, by doing so, change the way the hospitality industry deals with hotel waste,” Matt Gomez, Clean the World marketing and communications director, said.

Clean the World has multiple ways in which a person can help. People can text CLEAN to 20222 to donate $10, visit Change the World’s offices to volunteer; they are located at 400 A Pittman St., Orlando, FL 32801 or hold a soap drive. For more information, visit www.cleantheworld.org.

“If you want to be a part of something bigger than you and make an impact in someone’s life [this is the organization to be apart of],” freshman Grayson Gordon said.

I applied becauseI am a single parent. One of my children was born with Spinal Bifida and is wheel chair bound. It has been a mission to find an affordable wheel chair accessible place to live.”

- ileana quinones,

guidance clerk

SWEAT EQUITY. Volunteers paint town houses and secure the roofing as directors in blue shirts keep people on task and organized. “This year we have [constructed] around 15 homes,” Gallagher said. Each house takes around six months to construct.

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N13. General Feature. “Foundation constructs better life” pg. 15, May 11, 2012. With a heartfelt pulled out quote and informational core, this story is qualified as a general feature because it incorporates the story of a women who benefits from the organization along with helpful facts. The woman in this story has a daughter with a disability, and that is why she needed to benefit from the organizaiton. Students who read this story had seen this woman daily. It brought a human element to my factual story.

N13. General feature. “Gender affects judgement” pg. 11, May 11, 2012. With an attention-grabbing dominant photo and a question-leaving headline, this story attracts readers. This story would represent me well because I worked hard on the design. It qualifies as a general feature because it takes the topic of stereotypes and brings news elements and features of students into the equation.

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“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is Love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins” 1 Peter 4:8

October

Story hidden behind front runnersspecial

hilights.orgpage 14 October 7, 2011

By LIZZY GORDONThese students are school class

presidents today but will soon be the nation’s brave leaders tomorrow.

Each of the three presidents and vice presidents, possess leadership and organizational skills. They devote hours of their time to make school events run smoothly. Without them, Student Government sponsored events like Kiss the Pig, the homecoming parade, and the homecoming dance would not be possible.

“SGA is the heart of Boone, the invisible force that keeps everything running. You don’t always see what happens behind the scenes, but our officers are always working very hard,” club sponsor Jennifer Hines said.

The Senior

Class president is Elizabeth McEwan. Throughout the year her time is consumed by the National Honor Society, cheer, flag football, weight lifting and track.

“Right now we are focussing on the homecoming parade and the senior bonfire,” McEwan said. “[While preparing for the parade] we have to find people to donate cars that are driven during the parade. We also talk to the police department, and we tell all the schools surrounding Boone about our parade so they can come and watch and so they are aware of traffic.”

Throughout the year, Senior Class Council is responsible for organizing blood drives, the senior breakfast, and events regarding graduation.

On average every class president

By RUBEN CARRILLOMending ripped color guard flags

stitch by stitch they work their way toward the end of the linen, finishing the flags and band uniforms. These band boosters work day in and day out putting their heart and soul into everything they do for the band.

The 70 active boosters assist the band directors and students with anything they need for marching, concert and winter guard season. They also help with chaperoning, fund raising, and fixing uniforms and flags.

“Being a band booster means a lot to me because I care about music and education. The band is made up of 180 amazing kids and two very talented directors, and I love being able to support them,” booster vice president Suzanne Komanski said.

Students in band spend approximately seven hours practicing per week after school.

“Being part of the band is a big commitment because the kids put a lot of time and effort into it, and they must be very dedicated. They must practice at home not just on the field,” Komanski said.

Last March the band traveled to the Big Apple to play at Carnegie Hall.

“It was a once in a lifetime opportunity for these kids. And I was glad to share it with them,” Komanski said with a smile on her face.

Parents of band members do not have to become band boosters but are

strongly encouraged to do so. The assistant band director Jose

Eslava described the most helpful booster’s as always being there when needed, they go with the flow, they do not refute things and do not try to change things.

For each home game there are about 25 boosters who show up to volunteer. They either help with the concession stand, grill burgers, get kids ready for the game or fill water bottles.

Brad Rohrer-Colvin is one of the 180 band kids who enjoys the company of the band boosters.

“I love the boosters; they bring food and drinks. Without boosters there would be no band. They keep the band members from going insane,” Rohrer-Colvin said.

The boosters arrive at the same time as the band members do, which is about 4 p.m., sometimes earlier, and they stay until all the equipment is put away and all uniforms are collected. After an away game this can be as late as 1 a.m.

“It’s nice to know that the parents and the school system are working together to help us out,” Rohrer-Colvin said.

The boosters work to help the band and the band directors with each and every little thing., but it also means very few days off especially during marching season.

VOLUNTEERS HELP MARCHING BAND WITH DAILY OPERATIONS

spends 8-12 hours on SGA a week. This includes time spent working during class, lunch, meetings and after school.

“After we pick the theme [for homecoming] we work on ticket designs, and start picking food to have catered,” junior class president Emily Porterfield said. “This year we are going to have a few surprises; we’ve been thinking outside the box.”

Porterfield, like McEwan, is a cheerleader. She is a Math Center tutor, and is on the weight lifting team.

The Sophomore Class president is Brendan Francis; he plays football, runs track and is involved in Fellowship of Christian Athletes. This class is preparing for the Powder Bowl and Kiss the Pig.

“[While planning for powder bowl]

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we have to hold meetings for those who want to participate, we have to make rules and regulations so no one gets hurt, then we have to give cheerleaders and players jerseys,” Francis said.

Kiss the Pig raises money for students and families in the community that cannot afford Thanksgiving meals. The teacher who raised the most money has to kiss a pig tonight at the game.

“For Kiss the Pig we usually have to pay for the pig itself and its transportation,” Sophomore Class vice president Katharyn Lindborg said. “But this year the pig and its transportation are being donated to us. We are very appreciative of this because now we can donate 100 percent of the proceed to the Thanksgiving baskets made in November.”

October

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only begotten son so that whoever believe in him will not perish but have everlasting life.” Matthew 3:16

Special, page 14, Oct. 7, 2011

“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” 1 John 14:8

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October

“But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8

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November

“See what kind of love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” 1 John 3:1

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SneakPeeks November 2011

Monday FridaySunday WednesdayTuesday Thursday Saturday

November 11Taylor Swift will play at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena at 7 p.m. Swift, a country singer, has released three albums since 2006, her last album Speak Now sold over 1 million copies during its debut week. Swift ranked the 7th most powerful celebrity with earnings of $45 million in 2011, by Forbes magazine.

November 23 The Muppets is a new comedy. This is the first Muppet theatrical film to be produced in 12 years. It tells the story of a huge Muppets fan named Walter, and his friend Gary (Jason Segel), who try to save the Muppets theater from being closed. The theatre is being closed down because an oil rig was discovered below it. Walter plans to save the theatre by hosting a telethon, in hopes of raising $10,000.

November 18Breaking Dawn Part 1, based on Stephanie Meyer’s book, will premiere. The last book in the Twilight Saga is about Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) and Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) getting married. Because the story was split by the characters perspectives, Part one is told from Bella’s point of view and Part two from Jacob’s (Taylor Lautner).

November 26 Hillsong LIVE, a Christian rock band, plays at the UCF arena, 50 North Gemini Blv., at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at www.ucfarena.com-orlando.org. This band is made up of teenagers and adults who attend the multi-site Hillsong church’s throughout Sydney, Australia.

The band has made 21 albums, and their music continues to be sung throughout churches all over the world.

November 24The Seniors First Turkey Trot 5K is downtown at Lake Eola at 8 a.m. The proceeds are donated to Seniors First, Inc. This organization enables senior citizens to be independent with the help of Meals on Wheels, an organization that delivers meals to elderly citizens who have trouble leaving their home. The participation fee is $27 until Nov. 12. From the 13-23 it is $30, and it is $35 on the day of the race. Registration can be filed online at trackshack.com

November 8Stephen King is releasing his newest science fiction novel, 11/22/63. This will be the 50th novel King has written. This book tells a tale about a time traveler who tries to prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy, which occurred on Nov. 12, 1963. The author released a short excerpt on his website, www.stephenking.com.

November 13The Orlando Museum ofArt will host the 25th annual Festival of Trees on 2416 N. Mills Ave. Designer portrayals of festive trees, wreaths and gingerbread men will showcase throughout the week. It is $6 for children, $10 for adults and runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 12-20.

November 15 The band Tegan and Sara are releasing a live CD/DVD package, called Get Along. This video is split into three segments, the first part tells stories of the twins on the road; the second segment, titled “India” features the girls’ first ever tour in India, and the final is a 70-minute clip from a concert held at Warehouse Studiosin Vancouver.

Hollywood Undead

Stephen King

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November 21Rihanna is releasing her sixth album Talk that Talk. The song “We Found Love,” released in September 2011, is her newest single.Rihanna has sold over 20 million albums, and 60 million singles making her one ofthe best selling artists of all time. She is the youngest artist in Billboard chart’shistory to have 10 number one singles on the Hot 100, two of which were “Rude Boy” and “S&M.”

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November 12Britney Spears: The Femme Fatale Tour, will premiere on the Epix network. If one does not receive this channel, the program can be viewed online at www.epixhd.com or on DVD Nov. 21. Spears is an American pop singer. Her most famous songs include, “Oops!...I Did It Again” and “Hold it Against Me.”

November 18 On the World War III tour, Hollywood Undead will play with their opening act Asking Alexandria at the Hard Rock Cafe, at 5:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Hollywood Undead is a rock/rap band from Los Angeles, California. One of their most famous songs is “Sell Your Soul.” Asking Alexandria is an English metal core band from York, North Yorkshire.

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November

“Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere brotherly love, love one another earnestly from pure heart.” 1 Peter 1:22

Sneak peeks, page 21, Nov. 4, 2011

November

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:43-44

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hilights.org page 13November 4, 2011

Pyramid makes healthy changeNUTRITIONISTS ARE ALTERING PREVIOUS

FOOD PYRAMIDS

By BRIDGETTE NORRIS

After altering the food pyramid over the years, the United States Department of Agriculture is now replacing it with a new food plate consisting of four main parts: fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins. It also includes dairy as a side item. The previous pyramid consisted of milk, meat and beans as additional items. The pyramid has been altered into a plate reducing those components. The plate is an attempt to make it easier for consumers to choose variety per meal, and presents the meal as a whole rather than a hierarchy, shown previously in the pyramid.

“The plate is more beneficial because it is a better way to show how much food for each food group you should eat. It makes it easier for kids to understand,” cafeteria manager Holly Isaac said.

Caloric intake is a factor that should be taken into consideration and varies on weight, height and physical activity levels. For example, students with high activity levels, due to participation

in sports, need a higher daily caloric intake because they burn more calories throughout the day.

Both genders require a different daily caloric intake. Males have a higher daily caloric intake than women because they are generally taller and have more muscle. According to the Institute of Medicine, teenage females should get between 1,800 to 2,400 calories a day while teenage males should get between 2,000 and 3,000.

There are different formulas on various health websites, like webmd.com, to calculate personal daily caloric intake.

“I want to make sure all students have the opportunity to choose a nutritional meal. We are working on getting additional lines so it is quicker for students, [we are] working on making sure the second lunch has the same options as the first too,” Isaac said.

The effects of consuming unhealthy food may not have an immediate effect due to ones metabolism rate, but they can have an effect later in life. Increasing blood pressure and cholesterol are effects of eating foods with low nutritional value.

To encourage students to eat healthy

meals, during the week, students have the opportunity to purchase school breakfast and lunch that follows nutritional standards set by the state, controlling calories, sodium and only providing skim milk. Students could begin to take advantage of school provided breakfast and lunch to receive nutritional meals and make healthy eating a habit.

How to Pack a Healthy

LunchBy LIZZY GORDON

When packing a lunch, remember that in order for it to be healthy you need a fruit and it is best to avoid sugary drinks. Water is the best drink to bring to lunch. The average soda (12 oz) is 140 calories, and has 65 milligrams of sugar. The calories one intakes is dependent upon the amount of sugar the food has. Packing a healthy lunch can be as easy as choosing a “low fat” or “baked” label. Baked Ruffle Lays are 120 calories, regular Ruffle Lays are 160 calories, one can easily save 40 calories.

Peanut butter and jelly on wheat bread:

300 calories

Mr. Salty Chocolate Pretzels:

100 calories

One Banana : 100 calories

Berry Propel Water (12 oz ): 0 calories

Total calories of a healthy lunch: 500

The remaining 25 percent of food consumed should be dairy and protein.

More than 75 percent of food consumed should be vegetables, fruits, and grains.

Milk 8 ounces

Food Plate breakdown

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Original chicken sandwich430 cal, 3 g. protein, 1410 mg. sodium

Big Mac540 cal, 25 g. protein, 1040 mg. sodium

Chicken soft taco108 cal, 14 g. protein, 460 mg. sodium

Medium french fries380 cal, 4 g. protein, 270 mg. sodium

Large sweet tea280 cal, 1 g. protein, 15 mg. sodium

7-layer burrito500 cal, 17 g. protein, 1090 mg. sodium

Strawberry Frutista Freeze 16 oz.230 cal, 0 g. protein, 55 mg. sodium

Vanilla milkshake550 cal, 13 g. protein, 400 mg. sodium

Medium waffle fries390 cal, 5 g. protein, 180 mg. sodium

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November

“He answered: “Love the Lord with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind.” Luke 10:27

Special, page 13, Nov. 4, 2011

December

“Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.” 1 John 3:18

sports

hilights.orgpage 16 December 14, 2011

Basketball teams fend off failureBoys start season hopeful

By LIZZY GORDONThe slick movement of the basketball

from one player to the next caught number 22, senior Austin Harris, off guard. As he shifted across the court,

a defensive player nailed him in the eyebrow with his elbow.

As blood began to trickle down his face, an athletic

director escorted him to The First Academy’s first aid room.

That night the boys won the tip off game, 63-27.

“I was a little mad when the kid hit me, but stuff like that happens so I didn’t stress it too much at first. I started getting heated about it when we played The First Academy at the next game, because I had to sit on the bench and watch everyone else play [because the doctor didn’t want to mess up my stitches],” Harris said.

The boys started their season with a win against Lake Brantley, 56-49, in overtime. Junior Robert Rimmer led the team with 11 points and 20 rebounds, sophomore Berry Taylor made 13 points, and junior Robert Irwin scored 10 points.

“The team has a very strong group of returning players, and players moving up from a very successful junior varsity team. The majority of them played together in the fall and summer, and they have a better idea what to expect of each other and from me,” coach Gregory Shirley said.

The five starters include Rimmer, Jaccori Mitchell, Dominique Wilson, Irwin and Taylor.

On Dec. 2, in the game against Wekiva, Mitchell endured an injury to his ankle. This game ended up being their first loss, 35-39.

“I’m mad because I am not able to play, and I can’t lead my team to

victory [because I have a high ankle sprain],” Mitchell said.

The boys next home game is Jan. against Apopka at 7:30 p.m. and their current record is 4-1.

Girls drive for rankingBy LIA VILLAR

With lockers slamming, the girls begin to run across the court to meet their apprehensive coach who waits to review the plays the team plans on executing for the night’s game.

“Before games I always feel nervous. I worry whether or not I have prepared the girls well enough and [if I have] given them all of the tools they need to be successful on the court. I have an amazing group of girls. I have nothing but confidence in their ability,” head coach Thomas Wills said.

According to the Orlando Sentinel’s 2011 Girls Basketball Season Preview Capsules, top returning players are senior Kyndal Skersick and junior Bailey Florin. They also mention sophomore Kendall Byerly as a newcomer to watch. Skersick also ranks 15th in the Girls basketball Super 16, as of Nov. 23.

Skersick is one of four captains along with Florin, seniors Jaci Chastain and Kyanna Cleveland.

“Our team is really young. We have four seniors and the rest are younger so I’m trying to help get them ready for when I’m not here,” Skersick said.

On Nov. 17 with a score of 47-40, the girls beat Olympia High School, giving the girls a 7-1 record, plus two additional pre-season wins.

“One moment [in the season] I wish went differently was our loss against Lake Highland. I think if we had came out stronger in the beginning, we would’ve taken the lead and won the game. Personally, I wish I had played to

my best ability,” Byerly said.During their Thanksgiving

tournament, the girls lost to Lake Highland Preparatory, 56-63 on Nov. 23 but won against Gateway High school, 50-29 on Nov. 25 and against Liberty High School, 45-23 on Nov. 26.

“After a game win or lose, I am proud of them no matter what as long as I see them giving 100 percent. I never dwell on losses, I only see them as opportunities for growth,” Wills said.

Skersick attributes the team’s success to the close knit friendships developing

off the court.“[We] play better on the court

because we’re not selfish. There’s no issues, we all get along and play well together,” Skersick said.

Along with the team, Wills recognizes the growing strengths of the girls.

“They put themselves in the right positions to shut down the other team’s offensive game,” Wills said.

Their next game is Dec. 16 at 7:30 in the Wayne Rickman gym against Lake Highland Preparatory School.

I was a little mad when the kid hit me, but stuff like that happens so I didn’t stress it too much at first, I started getting heated about it when I had to sit out the next game.”- austin harris

senior

W 61-59Braves vs. Oak Ridge

L 35-39Braves vs.Wekiva

W 66-45 Braves vs. Lake Nona

ON the OffeNse. While junior Bailey Florin dribbles to the basket, a Lake Highlander plays defense. “[One moment I regret is] the loss against Lake Highland [Preparatory]. I should have been more of a leader and pulled the team together. [My expectation for the rest of the season] is to win districts and hopefully make it to states. We can go far if we play with intensity and teamwork,” Florin said. Florin averages 15 points per game and has an average of five assists per game. Currently, Florin has a total score of 92 points.

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December

“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” Colossians 3:14

Sports, page 16, Dec. 14, 2011

February

“So we are always of good courage. We know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:6-7

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‘Model image’ causes insecuritiesBEING HEALTHY VERSUS SKINNY

By LIZZY GORDON AND MARK VAGELAKOS

She breaks into a cold sweat and runs to the bathroom with a queasy feeling in her stomach. She forces herself to throw up all she has digested. When she is finished, she looks up from the toilet and into the mirror, disgusted, but she has no choice. It is swim suit season.

According to Science Daily, one out of every five teenagers admit to having an eating disorder; this includes bulimia, binge eating, anorexia and compulsive over eating to name a few.

“[I am not surprised by this statistic because] everything around girls focuses on being pretty and thin; advertisements, media, boys liking you, even parents pressure their kids to stay in good shape,” junior Olivia Rizor, who models professionally, said.

Media has a powerful impact on the way girls see themselves. According to Wisegeek.com, in the 1960s models weighed approximately 129 pounds and were around 5’7’. Today, 50 years later, models average 114 pounds and are 5’9’. As time has passed, the ‘model image’ has increased by two inches, and has slimmed down by 15 pounds.

“Models in the 50s and 60s are the definition of beauty. Look at Marilyn Monroe, she is admired world-round, yet girls still aim to be sickly skinny,” sophomore Ekkoe Wilson said.

The model, Twiggy, changed the way body image was perceived in 1960. The normal weight of a model was 129 at the time. Then, 91-pound Twiggy hit the runway, and being skinny was all the rage. Fashion designers started cutting their clothes to smaller sizes, to fit this new “perfect body” image.

“I only eat on Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s,” Rizor said. “For Miss Florida I had to drop 20 pounds in two weeks, and I still wasn’t the thinnest.”

According to Straightheath.com, when someone is on a diet it is unhealthy to lose more than two pounds in a week.

“[Losing more than two pounds a week is unhealthy because] the two pounds lost are water weight, and people tend to dehydrate. Some people

just starve themselves; it is bad on your kidneys,” Health Opportunities through Physical Education teacher Phil Ziglar said.

To keep up with the increased weight standards, models resort to dangerous eating disorders. The Radar Program study said that 25 percent of Playboy centerfolds meet the criteria for anorexia. And according to The Model Health Inquiry, 40 percent of all models suffer from an eating disorder.

Such obvious iniquitous habits have caused young people to feel bad about their bodies, and resort to dangerous diets and disorders. Half of fourth grade girls are on diets, and while only 1 of 10 high school girls are overweight, 9 out of 10 juniors and seniors diet, according to the Radar study.

Girls are not the only people affected by eating disorders. Newsweek magazine reported that 40 percent out of 131 Cornell University football players suffered from binging. Of that, 40 percent, were classified as having

Your Thoughts

What is your idea of the perfect body?

Athletic, tan, tall, has a good smile and eyes.

- kendall sexton, junior

As long as I have a flat tummy and look cute, that is all the perfection I need.- alexandra droege,

sophomore

There is no perfect body, Everyone is pretty in their own way, no matter how big or small.

- jace veguilla, sophomore

Somebody who is fit, healthy and feels good about themself.

- harold landerer, freshman

clinical eating disorders. According to Marisol.net only 10

percent of people with eating disorders get treatment. That means 90 percent of people are in danger of dying from this disease, if not treated in time.

If not treated, according to marisol.net, 5-10 percent of anorexics will die within 10 years after developing the disorder, and 18-20 percent will die within 20 years of developing it.

If one seeks to recover from an eating disorder, she and her family can go to a physician for help.

Compulsive over-eating can be equally as harmful as bulimia and anorexia. Over-eating can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and even cancer, all of which cause death.

According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, obesity is responsible for over 300,000 deaths a year.

These deaths are caused by weight-related illnesses including; osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes, congestive heart failure,

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gallstones and gallbladder disorders. According to cancer.org, more than 100,000 cancers in the U.S. each year are linked to obesity.

According to The Center for Disease Control, the number of adolescents with obesity has tripled in the last 30 years.

To treat obesity and lose weight safely, one can meet with a physician and organize a dietary along with a workout plan that allows a student to lose weight at a steady pace.

To fend off insecurities with self-image, students can join clubs for support, exercise more often, celebrate their individuality, make a list of qualities they like about themselves, stop comparing oneself to someone else and simply eat healthier to boost one’s confidence.

“Everyone is beautiful in their own way. Everyone has one feature that is most beautiful. Embrace your flaws and own it,” junior Rosimely Hummel, who models, said.

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February

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is a gift of God, not in result of works, so that no one can boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9

Campus and local, page 8, Feb. 4, 2012

February

“All scripture is God-beathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” 2 Timothy 3:16

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March

“She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.” Proverbs 31:20

campus and local

hilights.orgpage 10 March 16, 2012

TIPS FOR SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES

Your Thoughts

What are you doing over spring break?

I am going to be playing some shows with my band, The Weather Underground.

I am going to Puerto Rico to have fun with my old friends and father.

I am going to hang out with my friends and go to Miami Beach.

I am going to my beach house in New Smyrna with friends to hang out and go surfing.

Spring break: no beach, no problemBy LIZZY GORDON

Students can find themselves with nothing to do over spring break because they lack transportation to go anywhere, or they just do not like the crowded beaches. Do not fear, there are other activities one can do to pass the time, even if one has budget in mind.

For students on a budget, going to Boardwalk Bowl, Airheads and Putting Edge’s glow in the dark golf are affordable options.

For students looking to have fun, with no budget in mind, playing laser tag at Wonderworks, going on the Sling Shot at Fun Spot or ziplining at the zoo is right up his ally.

On the other hand, students looking for an inexpensive and relaxing restaurant can go to the Dandelion Cafe for a vegan cuisine, or to Dave and Busters for burgers and games.

“The people are friendly, the food is delicious and the games are so much fun,” sophomore Kathleen Nelson said about Dave and Busters.

Cheap food, great quality1. Dave and Busters: 8986 International Dr., Orlando,

32819. For a limited time only, games will be half priced every Wednesday from open to close. Also, there is a $15.99 Eat and Play combo. This includes one of nine entrees and a $10 game card that can be used in the arcade.

“[My favorite thing about Dave and Busters] is that you get really good food, and they have great prizes. One time I won a huge pen that was bigger than my face,” sophomore Brianna Cameron said.

2. Dandelion Cafe: 618 N Thornton Ave Orlando, 32803. This cafe is completely organic and vegan, and offers an

eco-friendly environment. It tends to be pricey. The cafe produces homemade team and cupcakes.

“It is all organic and all the food is very fresh, I’d recommend it to friends,” senior Jordan Wilson said. “They have really good chili and green tea.”

3. Piper’s Bar and Grille: 4544 Curry Ford Rd., Orlando, 32812 Piper’s is most famous for their burgers and wings.

“I go to Piper’s every Friday with my family. It is a tradition. My favorite thing to eat there is their salad,” freshman Anna Farrell said.

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indoor trampoline warehouse where students can jump for two hours on Fridays from 9 p.m.- 11 p.m. for $14. Aside from the promotional prices, one hour of jumping is $12 and an additional hour is $10.

“[I like Airheads because] it is cheaper [than Rebounderz], and it is just a huge room of trampolines. It makes me feel free,” sophomore Savannah Griffis said.

2. Boardwalk Bowl: 10749 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando, 32817. At the Boardwalk Bowl students can bowl, play mini golf and play in the arcade. An hour of bowling is $12, the price of one game is $2.75.

“Boardwalk Bowl is a place you can go to with friends if there is nothing else to do. You can play mini golf, arcade games and eat,” Nelson said.

3. Putting Edge: 5250 International Dr., Orlando, 32819. Putting edge is a glow in the dark mini golf course located in the Festival Bay Mall. General admission is $10.50. The group rate for 15 people or more is $7.50 a person.

“Putt putt is affordable and a good place to go on dates because it is dark,” freshman Mckenna Crager said.

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1. ZOOMAIR: Within the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens 3755 NW Highway 17-92, Sanford.

If one wishes to go ziplining, he can zipline the moderate Upland Course for $27. If he wants to be challenged, he can zipline the Upland and Rainforest Course for $46.

“I like how [zip ling at the Central Park Zoo] is a workout, but fun at the same time,” Crager said.

2. Sling Shot at Fun Spot: 192 US Highway, Kissimee. For students who enjoy the thrill of rollercoasters or high speed car chases, the Sling Shot is their best match.

The Sling Shot launches 230 feet, and lasts three minutes. The first ride is $25. For a souvenir video, add $15.

“I was very scared at first, but it was not so bad at the end,” freshman Kennedy Heath said. “I would recommend this to people who are not afraid of heights.”

3. Wonderworks: 9067 International Drive, Kissimee, 32819. Wonderworks is an amusement park that consists of laser tag, rope challenges, movies and educational exhibits.

“It is pricey, about $30 a person for everything, but I think it is worth the money,” senior Dominique Goldsborough said.

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“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6

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“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous run to it and are safe.” Proverbs 18:10

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Re ay raises fundsBy COOPER BROCK

In May of 1985, Dr. Gordon Klatt walked around a track for 24 hours

to raise funds for his patients who had been diagnosed with cancer.

Eighty-three miles and $27,000 later, Klatt had walked the first

Relay for Life. Twenty seven years

later, Relay for Life is national, with over 5,000 communities across

the nation hosting their own 24-hour night-around-the-track. On May 18, Relay for Life for the

Conway area will be on the school’s track, with the theme, “Illuminating the way to the Cure.”

“I want it to be a giant, crazy party that pulls the community together, all the while raising funds and awareness,” senior David Ballentine said.

A member of the Relay for Life Conway committee for two years, Ballentine is responsible for organizing

clubs and sponsors for the event.“[Being on the committee] is a

lot of hard work, but it is extremely fulfilling,” Ballentine said. “I spend a lot of time talking to leaders around Boone, talking to them about starting up with Relay. It’s an awesome feeling, knowing that you’ve just helped an organization start relaying and fundraising.”

Apart from raising funds for cancer research, Relay is geared towards celebrating those who have beaten the disease, remembering those who have lost their battles with cancer, and encouraging those who are still fighting their battle with the disease.

While participants will be walking the track, food and drink will be sold, and several club games and activities will be held throughout the night. A car smashing will be active on the football field, where people pay to smash an old junkyard car with a myriad of tools; ranging from baseball bats, to sledge hammers. All proceeds from fundraising, concessions and activities will go towards the American Cancer Society to help fund cancer research.

After the sun goes down, a luminaria

ceremony is held, where candles are placed inside paper bags decorated to commemorate someone who has been affected by cancer. Participants walk a silent lap taken to honor the memory of those who have been lost, and the tributes are rearranged in the bleachers to spell out “HOPE.”

“Relay has given me the opportunity to connect with the other cancer survivors in the community,” senior Samantha Kinser said. “It has also given me a chance to raise money for a very important cause and organize an event to celebrate the survivor’s success in their battle against cancer.”

Kinser, who initially started participating in Relay through Key Club, was diagnosed with skin cancer in March of 2010. After undergoing three surgeries, one in March, and two in May, Kinser had conquered her illness, and walked the survivor lap.

“Relay means the world to me. A lot of my family and friends have been affected by cancer and participating in Relay is my way of remembering and honoring them and their struggle,” Kinser said.

EVENT ILLUMINATES HOPE ON MAY 18

KICK-OFF. Carrying the American Cancer Society Relay For Life banner, survivors walk the first lap together. “Relay is a fun event overall,” senior Samantha Kinser said. “Once on the track, everybody begins to feel like a family and is becomes united in fighting back.”

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By MARK VAGELAKOS In the modern day, it is an unfortunate necessity for

donors to check into the background, employee salaries and even the tax files of charities one contributes to.

In the shadows of such vague and complicated bureaucracy, micro lending websites like kiva.org, a non profit that relies on donations and loans, simplify the charity process by acting as only a conduit between good hearted lenders and disadvantaged entrepreneurs. The best part about this good act is that Good Samaritans get their money back.

Micro lending provides a way for anyone around the world to lend to international entrepreneurs, usually in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe, whose country either does not have the capability of setting up large lending institutions or discriminates heavily against them. For this reason, micro lending is especially useful for women who are often seen as less than equal to men in business capabilities. Of those receiving loans on kiva.org, 80 percent are women.

While there is a chance that lenders will not give the money back, kiva.org currently boasts a 98.9 percent repayment rate from the $309,323,800 they have lent.

Once entrepreneurs set up their profile, either by themselves or more often through a third party mission group, lenders can provide loans anywhere from $20 to the full amount needed.

The entrepreneurs then follow a repayment plan, usually over a year or more. Their repayment determines the possibility for future loans.

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25 cents helps Change This World end global starvation

By LIZZY GORDON

Every three seconds, someone dies of hunger; that equals 16,000 people a day.

To make a difference, students can partner with Change This World. CTW is a local nonprofit organization that’s mission is to end world hunger.

A quarter is relatively small on the money scale, but with the help of CTW, a quarter is life changing.

A quarter provides a meal for a person suffering from malnutrition and starvation in Botswana, Haiti, Jamaica, Burundi, Peru, Honduras or Thailand.

“It is very empowering to know it is this simple to make a difference. The world produces enough food to feed every person 2700 calories per day. To some, the fact is frustrating, but to me it is inspiring. Change is possible,” volunteer coordinator Meaghan Crump said.

One meal includes soybeans, white long grained rice, vitamin fortified soy, a dehydrated blend of six vegetables, vitamins and mineral powder.

According to the World Health Organization hunger and malnutrition currently affect one in six people on the planet. Nearly 1 billion people are malnourished.

Since 2009, CTW has packaged 4.6 million meals, the total keeps rising as people continue to donate.

Every penny of the 25 cents is broken down. Eleven cents buys the product, two cents pays for transportation,

seven cents goes to international shipping, one cent goes to labor, two cents goes to distribution and two cents go to overhead costs of CTW.

If a student is interested in being involved in a packaging event, email Crump at [email protected].

“Through Key Club, I made and sold lollipops and bracelets. It felt good to give my time and effort to CTW because it is a good cause,” senior Joel Simons said.

FOOD PACKAGING. Students pose for a picture while packaging food. “Students should get involved because it is a great and easy way to make a direct global impact in your own backyard,” volunteer coordinator, Meaghan Crump said. Students packaged 50,000 meals.

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May

“What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet lose his soul?” Mark 8:36

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May

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfre and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11

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Foundation constructs better lifeBy LIZZY GORDON

A house is not simply a place to live; it is a fortress where people find comfort and security.

Families find themselves living impoverished houses and neighborhoods. Families tend to lose their sense of safety; but Habitat for Humanity helps restore their lives

Since 1976, Habitat has been seeking to prevent poverty housing.

With the support of local companies, the non-profit organization, has built more

than 200,000 houses worldwide, as well as provide 1 million people

with safe, decent, affordable shelter. “I applied because I am a single

parent. [My daughter] was born with Spinal Bifida and is wheel chair bound. It has been a mission to find an affordable, wheel chair accessible place to live, and also I wanted to ensure that she would always have a place to call home,” Guidance clerk Ileana Quinones said.

Habitat does not give anyone a home. To receive a home, a family must attend orientation, send in a completed application, and then Habitat will look through finances to ensure that the family is capable of reimbursing them.

Families can only be approved if they meet qualifications and agree with something called sweat equity. Sweat Equity is when a parent of the household volunteers with Habitat for Humanity. The time required depends

on how many parents are present.A single parent has to volunteer

300 hours; a two-parent household must complete 500 hours. People can meet these hours by helping build their own homes, a neighbor’s home and by working at the Habitat headquarters.

“Because I have a full time job here at Boone, I really only worked on two houses, mine and another family’s home for about the same amount of time,” Quinones said.

According to the Proclamation of the City of Orlando, 600 women spent 5,000 hours building 12 homes during the 2010 and 2011 Women Build Week. Last year 24 houses were built in all, volunteers are always needed.

“The issue of housing affects everyone. Houses give you a sense of stability; families that apply tend to move a lot due to financial issues. Some youth may act up because of the stress of moving,” volunteer coordinator for Habitat for Humanity Jennifer Gallagher said.

If a student wishes to volunteer and get involved, he must be 16-years-old or older and must complete a volunteer application online. Students can help build a house by stabilizing walls, shingling the roof or by landscaping.

Students interested in volunteering can go to habitat-orlando.org for an application. Volunteer workdays are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

“[Volunteering] was so much fun because everyone was cheerful. There

is something everyone can do to help,” Diane Ringlund, a volunteer, said.

Students under the age of 16 can also get involved without working onsite.

“We have an off-site educational system where students can learn about Habitat for Humanity. They can also make lunches for volunteers and workers,” Gallagher said.

Each house costs roughly $59,000; to donate students can text “HOME” to 41518. Each text donates $10.

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By ANNA MARIE BORIA

As the girl opens the box, a smile streams across her face and screams a cry of joy. It was not a toy or a brand new pair of shoes but only a bar of soap. To her, the soap bar can save her life.

Clean the World is a non-profit organization based in Downtown Orlando. This organization began when Clean the World’s president and cofounder Paul Till researched online and discovered that medical research shows the top two killers in children under the age of five are pneumonia and cholera, and learned that 60 percent of those diseases can be prevented through regular hand washing.

Hotels in America alone throw away one million bars of soap each day, this is why Clean the World has partnered with 1,300 hotels in the past three years. In the partnership, hotels give their used soap to Clean the World. Clean the World recycles it, then gives it to countries where it is desperately needed as well as to people who need it

in our own community. “When I leave a hotel I take that

last look in the shower and [I would] see that bar of soap left. You really can’t pack a bar of soap like you can the shampoos and thought it to be such a waste [to throw away]. So, I thought this organization really had a simple solution,” Nichole Gordon, a local advocate for Clean the World, said.

The process of recycling the soap begins with surface cleaning, which volunteers do at Clean the World headquarters. The sanitizing process uses an eco-friendly, germ-fighting solution and then rebatches recycled bars into new bars of soap. With the help of a soap press, a machine compacts bars together; it is able to produce 80,000 soap bars per day.

“[What caught my attention about this organization is] the fact that they are utilizing what people are throwing away and making good use out of it,” sophomore Elizabeth Gordon, who has

volunteered, said.Clean the World sends soap to more

than 45 different countries including Albania, Armenia, Bolivia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone and Suriname.

“In 10 years, I’d like to see us capture at least 50 percent of the global hospitality market and, by doing so, change the way the hospitality industry deals with hotel waste,” Matt Gomez, Clean the World marketing and communications director, said.

Clean the World has multiple ways in which a person can help. People can text CLEAN to 20222 to donate $10, visit Change the World’s offices to volunteer; they are located at 400 A Pittman St., Orlando, FL 32801 or hold a soap drive. For more information, visit www.cleantheworld.org.

“If you want to be a part of something bigger than you and make an impact in someone’s life [this is the organization to be apart of],” freshman Grayson Gordon said.

I applied becauseI am a single parent. One of my children was born with Spinal Bifida and is wheel chair bound. It has been a mission to find an affordable wheel chair accessible place to live.”

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SWEAT EQUITY. Volunteers paint town houses and secure the roofing as directors in blue shirts keep people on task and organized. “This year we have [constructed] around 15 homes,” Gallagher said. Each house takes around six months to construct.

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“The LORD your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.” Zephaniah 3:17

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May

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1

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inTen“I set an example through music people can relate to.”

- chris williams, senior

“By acting as a role model for the younger generation.” - dinorah figueroa, sophomore

“I have volunteered at Conway Elementary School for three years.”

- libby rymer, freshman

“I give back through church, Girl Scouts and community service.” - ashleigh simmerson, sophomore

“I give back by helping old people cross the street.”

- albert khoury, freshman

“ I give back to the community by recycling a lot.” - francisco benitez, senior

“ I give back by volunteering at church and paying taxes.”

- jacob pirino, sophomore

“I help at an after school program by tutoring kids.”

- aquanette stafford, junior

“I recycle everything and volunteer at the local community center.”

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May

“It is in Christ that we find out who we are and what we live for.” Ephesians 1:11

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May

“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not grow faint.” Isaiah 40:31


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