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Jackie BeauchampGrade 9, Manheim Township HSTeacher: Marty Pflieger

Many high school students are unprepared for the day ahead of them. They simply have not had enough sleep each night. Studies have shown teenagers are supposed to have at least eight to 10 hours of sleep each night. With having to juggle, sports, homework, and other extracurricular activities students do not have enough time to sleep each night.

Studies have also shown that students are not fully awake until eight in the morning. The teachers who have the students first period do not obtain the full attention of the students because they are simply too tired to pay attention in the morning. This problem can be solved.

If schools start in the morning at a later time, the teachers can gain the attention of their students. The students will be able to focus more easily.

Seeing as how elementary and sixth grade students are able to wake up earlier then middle and high school students, elementary and sixth graders should begin their day the earliest. They should begin

at the time middle and high school students typically begin, which is 7:40 a.m. Middle school students should begin at the time sixth graders normally start, which is 8:10 a.m. High school students should begin their day when elementary students start, which is 9:10 a.m.

This system would be more effective than the system we are using now. Each grade will be able to obtain the amount of sleep they need each night, while still being able to balance their extracurricular activities.

Students of all grade levels can prepare for the morning according to their internal clocks. The times schools start should be altered to this system.

School times, should they be altered?

I love my horse, DreamJulia SteinbaecherGrade 2, Fred S. Eshleman ESTeacher: Gail Thomson

I love my horse, Dream. Dream is very nice. Dream is brown and

very lovable. He is a loud sneezer and is good at

running. He likes to eat apple biscuits and likes his back petted. He is a good race horse but he’s never won a prize.

I give him water and hay to eat. He watches me ride my bike in the barn.

He is a little horse with a big heart. He is my special friend.Parkhill

Jewelryad design by Nicole Patton

Grade 10, JP McCaskey HSTeacher: Lisa Wolf

Jackie Beauchamp

Dear Readers,

We know that you will enjoy our 28th Annual NIE Week special section, which exhibits the award-winning results of our Design An Ad & Journalism Contests. The purpose of this special section is to promote literacy, to showcase outstanding student work, and to recognize classroom teachers for their efforts.

The printing of this 40-page special section is made possible due to the financial support of 26 local businesses. It is due to their generosity that this special section will reach 197,700 readers of the Intelligencer Journal/Lancaster New Era on Tuesday, March 6, 2012.

One hundred and sixty classes participated in the Design An Ad Contest and 251 classes from Grades K-12 submitted entries in the Journalism categories of Illustrating Headlines, Writer’s Choice, News Feature, Editorials, and Photojournalism.

The sponsors selected their own individual first-place winners. See page 40 for the list of participating advertisers.

Semi-finalists for the Journalism Contest were selected by our literacy partner, the Lancaster Lebanon Reading Council. LLRC members tackled the task of selecting approximately 10 journalism semi-finalists per grade level. Using a standardized rubric, finalists were then selected by the LLRC in collaboration with Lancaster Newspapers’ editorial staff.

In addition to award winners, teachers were given the option to select their own students’ entries which they thought best represented their classes. As space became available, a “Teacher Pick” was randomly selected and inserted.

Please turn the pages and enjoy the creativity and talents of our local students.

1st PLACE - Editorial

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1st PLACE - Writer’s Choice

Never too young


My first piano accompanimentZachary LeesGrade 4, Lancaster Mennonite- Kraybill CampusTeacher: Sylvia Weaver

I never thought it could happen to me. What started as an easy and fun activity

turned out to be a challenge I will never forget. Since I started school, my teachers have always encouraged me to try my best.

Every year my art teacher shares this wonderful poem with all the new students: “I think I can, I think I can, I know I can, and I did it!”

This was the first year the school allowed students to enter their ideas to create the design for this year’s Race for Education tee-shirt. I was the youngest student of all the entries, but I guess sometimes age

doesn’t matter. I had a plain and

simple idea and stuck with it until I was satisfied with my design.

When the Race for Education committee came into the classroom one day to make the announcement that I had won, I was overwhelmed with excitement.

I’m thrilled that I have been asked to reveal my tee-shirt design to the entire school at the awards ceremony. It is great to know you are never too young to make a big difference.

Zachary Lees

Erin CutterGrade 7, Pequea Valley ISTeacher: Brooke Sexton

No one can ever forget the horrible tragedy of 9-11. It was a beautiful, sunny Tuesday morning. Everyone was going about their normal daily routine when 19 al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked 4 planes.

Two planes hit the Twin Towers, part of the World Trade Center in New York City. The 3rd plane crashed right into the western side of the Pentagon. The last plane crashed right into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, when the passengers fought back against the terrorists. It was supposed to crash into the White House.

The Twin Towers were smoking for 102 minutes. The South Tower fell at 9:59 am and the North Tower fell at 10:28 am.

On September 11, 2001, more than 2,996 people died including all 157 passengers and crew aboard the 2 planes that hit the towers. More than 6,000 people were injured.

For the 10th anniversary of 9-11, students in Mrs. Snyder’s class at Pequea Valley Intermediate School watched a video of people sharing their memories of that day. They heard from children who were near

the towers or their parents who were firefighters. Students learned that many fire companies had thousands of letters coming into their companies from many different countries to thank them for their service and bravery.

Most middle school students were too young to even remember the 9-11 attacks. After the video, Manette Smith’s class shared their thought and feelings about the 9-11 attacks. She said, “I was very sad and upset.”

Stauffers of Kissel Hill

ad design by Ella WarburtonGrade 5, Riverview ES

Teacher: Charity Wheeler

TEACHER PICK - News Feature

Nikki KrahulikGrade 5, Central Manor ESTeacher: Carol Purzycki

Everything started with one piano lesson. My piano teacher told me that I should ask the chorus director if she would allow me to accompany the chorus on the piano. Luckily, the idea was accepted, and I was allowed to play. I practiced dutifully for weeks.

Finally, I got to practice with the chorus, and while I was excited, I was nervous, too. At first, my hands were shaky, but soon I

was fine.After three

rehearsals, I was ready. The chorus was singing in front of the entire school!

As I made my way onto the stage, I was anxious. Our first numbers flew by! Then, it was my turn! Carefully, I came off the stage, with everyone watching me. I was introduced to the school, and I gave a small smile. I had a lot of fear!

When I started, my focus was hard to control. My concentration had to be on. Accidentally, I made a minor mistake. I knew I needed to keep playing, and I would catch up. Sure enough, I caught up, and the performance was a success! I ended up being the first student ever to accompany the chorus in our school!

Remembering 9/11

Nikki Krahulik

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Kasey McGeeGrade 12, Lower Dauphin HSTeacher: Lena Russell

Teens today are frowned upon for many things such as pregnancies, partying, and just being lazy. They deserve every bit of grief they’re given over those things. However, teens are labeled as bad drivers when the finger should be pointed at another age group.

Senior citizens are horrible drivers! Yes, young drivers can be reckless and dangerous, but older drivers are more likely to be involved in multi-car crashes than any other age group.

Once drivers hit age 65, they are said to have an increased risk of being in an accident. At age 75, the risk increases even more sharply. The most common driving offenses among elderly people are failing to obey yield signs and pedestrians as well as reversing and stopping at red lights. That is why the ratio for multi-vehicle accidents for elders versus teens is 3:1.

When senior citizens are asked about their bad driving habits they deny, deny,

deny. Some say they have been driving for over 50 years and deserve to be on the road. Others say they are old and wise and therefore are better drivers than everyone else. Elderly people very well may be wise and deserving of many things, but not when it comes to being behind the wheel!

One way to help solve this problem is mandatory driving tests. When teens first get their license, they have to take and pass the driver’s test. Once elderly people hit a certain age around 70, they should have to retest for their license too if they have gotten in more than one accident, minor or major, in the past year.

So go ahead and call teens lazy and crazy, because they are! But next time they’re called bad drivers, stop and think. It could be worse, they could be old!

Retire from behind the wheel before it’s too late!

Around the USA

3rd Place - Writer’s Choice

Isabella Elaina WhitingGrade 4, Doe Run ESTeacher: Cheryl Burke

Every summer after school lets out, my family and I travel to different states for our family vacation. We go to about four states each summer and it requires a lot of planning to fit everything in. During the winter when it is snowy and we are stuck inside, we start our planning using the computer to research when we should see.

Sometimes we fly, but mostly we drive to get there. Once we arrive, we go to new and historic sites to learn more about the state. We stay in hotels and motels. Sometimes we bring food with us, other times we eat food that is native to that area and other times we just dine out at fast food restaurants.

We started this tradition because my parents wanted to learn about and see the whole world but they thought that they should start with all the states in the United States first.

I think it is fun because I learn history and a little geography while having a blast. I haven’t been to all 50 states yet, so far only 36, but someday I hope to visit them all either by myself or with my kids.


Kaitlin ErricksonGrade 11, Lower Dauphin HSTeacher: Lena Russell

Every year high schools around the country suit up their athletes to play for the glory of their school. These would include, but are not limited to: basketball, baseball, tennis, and lacrosse. One would think that every sport would be supported equally by its school and its surrounding community, however this isn’t always true. There are some sports which always seem to get all the glory regardless of their record, and others that are barely recognized.

For example, the football team at Lower Dauphin doesn’t have the greatest record, but three quarters of the stands get filled with cheering fans each game. Football is a popular sport at Lower Dauphin because there are cheerleaders, the marching band, and shouting fans. Other sports aren’t as popular because they don’t have the same atmosphere.

The Lower Dauphin tennis team had a great record and made it into states this year, but it only had a couple of spectators.

In addition, the football team is

supported by the local paper which has regular features on its progress and players, but other sports get featured only once or twice.

Additionally, the cross country team at Lower Dauphin had an exceptional season and the team made it to states. The only time this team was truly supported and recognized was when they got to states. They were barely recognized during their regular season.

These lesser known athletes spend a tremendous amount of time and effort practicing and sacrificing for their respective sport. Do they not deserve equal recognition?

All high school sports should be equally supported and recognized by the community. To achieve this, the local or school paper should have sections for each sport and highlight the team and games. Also the school could hold pep rallies to recognize the teams and players.

Inequities in high school sports

Kasey McGee

Kaitlin Errickson

Road to recovery


Emily BishopGrade 6, Martin Meylin MSTeacher: Jennifer Risser

It all started fall of 2009. That’s when Kristen Bishop was diagnosed with breast cancer. After she was cleared by a doctor in the summer of 2010, she wanted to make other community members feel better too.

The American Cancer Society has made her dream possible. “Road to Recovery” used volunteers to provide transportation to and from various patients’ treatment.

“I don’t feel as if I’m giving up my time because I really want to be with these people as they overcome the same dilemmas I faced.” Kirsten says.

Throughout the week, Kirsten volunteers to drive patients to their treatment centers, whatever time or

day that be. She enjoys listening to the stories on their way to the treatment facilities.

“Usually I hear a lot about children and grandchildren,” she tells Emily Bishop, her granddaughter.

Even though she has used a lot of time and money towards this cause, she says, “Not only does it affect the patients, it makes me feel good too.”



Maria WaterfieldGrade 10, Lancaster Mennonite HSTeacher: Kris Horst

At Lancaster Mennonite High School, everyone gets excited on the day that chickenetti is for lunch, except for a few people, the vegetarians.

The school should have more options for vegetarians in its lunch room. Sure, a lot of schools have a salad bar, but who wants to eat salad for lunch every single day?

The number of vegetarians is growing, especially among young people. According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, 7 percent of 8 to 18-year-olds in the United States are vegetarians.

It is more and more common to see vegetarian options in restaurants, so if restaurants are making this effort, why don’t schools make the effort as well? There are even restaurants opening in many large cities composed of entirely vegetarian food. This is just proof of how many vegetarians there are, and this should start being acknowledged in schools.

Also, with all of this hype about healthier school lunches, wouldn’t you think someone

would think about how sometimes more veggies and less meat is a healthier choice? Even for those that aren’t vegetarian, sometimes a meatless meal is a better option because meat is very high in fat, cholesterol and calories.

Selling lunches is a way for schools to make money. If they want more people buying, providing everyone with something to eat is a good idea. If there aren’t many vegetarian options, the vegetarians are going to pack; if schools come up with some good vegetarian food, they’re in business.

Besides investing in different lunches, schools could simply take the meat out of some options. Instead of having a ham, cheese and vegetable wrap, have just a cheese and vegetable wrap. Instead of chicken and cheese quesadillas have cheese quesadillas. It’s simple and has benefits for the school, the vegetarians, and the meat eating students.

Vote for vegetables

Maria Waterfield


Dylan KeeneGrade 2, Fred S. Eshleman ESTeacher: Gail Thomson

One day my Mom and Dad surprised me. They said “We are getting a puppy”. I was so excited, I could hardly believe it.

The drive there took about an hour and a half, and it felt like forever. When we arrived at the kennel, there were dogs and puppies everywhere. I was so happy that I was going to have a puppy of my very own. When I saw the puppy that we were getting, I fell in love with him immediately. He was brown and tiny. He is a German Short-haired pointer. We decided to name

him Beau.I help by feeding

him and taking him outside to go to the bathroom. When Beau is older, I plan to go hunting with him. I would like to teach him to hunt birds. My Dad and I take him out to the field so he can run. Beau is very fast and he likes to chase me.

Beau fits into our family perfectly. Everybody loves him! I think that Beau and I are going to be very good friends.

My new puppy

Dylan Keene

Smoky Mountains

TEACHER PICK - Writer’s Choice

Cheyenne GlickGrade 4, Linville MennoniteTeacher: Rachael Ranck

I’ll never forget then we went to the Smoky Mountains for a vacation. Each day we went to a different activity.

One day we went tubing. We were going down a 4-foot deep river that was all bumpy and slow. I wasn’t going quickly so I leaned front and started to paddle.

Suddenly I flipped! And my tube began to float away. I started running to get my tube, but the water was getting deeper and deeper. I couldn’t swim because I would hurt myself on the rocks. So I stayed there.

Adrian, my brother, went to get the tube and I went on my Dad’s tube while Adrian rescued mine. Hooray!

Then I went back on my tube and

the rest of the time I never leaned front. If I ever go tubing again I’ll always sit back. I sure learned my lesson!

Certified Carpet

ad design by Josh AdamsGrade 6, Central Manor ES

Teacher: John Matusek


McKenna MunozGrade 6, Our Lady of the AngelsTeacher: Terri O’Donnell

“It’s all God’s plan for me.” These are the words a granddaughter remembered hearing her Nana say when she was diagnosed with cancer. Her Nana was a very strong woman. She never gave up.

Her Nana changed many people’s lives and constantly prayed and was always caring to everyone.

She helped her sister, who was dealing with her own battle against cancer.

In 2008, her Mom decided to have her Nana move in with them. Every night Nana lay in her bed and prayed the rosary until she fell asleep. She always had a rosary and a scapular hanging from her bed.

It was the saddest thing to see her sit on her bed connected to all those machines and have to help her put food through her feeding tube. It was so upsetting to see her suffer.

On her granddaughter’s First Holy Communion, Nana vowed that she would do anything to be there. At this time she was in the worst condition but sure enough, she rolled up the aisle in her wheelchair. Everyone was inspired by her.

Words can’t explain how loving she was. Finally God called for her and she passed away. Everything was terrible; no one was ever in a good mood. There was always a gloomy lost feeling around the house. Sr. Anna really helped the family through it.

564,800 Americans are expected to die of cancer this year! Please help fight cancer today!

United Disability Services

ad design by Thanh NguyenGrade 12, McCaskey East HS

Teacher:Karen Gallagher-Edlund



Abby StoltzfusGrade 3, Salisbury ESTeacher: Becky Marks

I was so excited about my cousins, Skyle, Shauna, and Sheiden coming to my farm for a summer sleepover. When they came, the first thing we did was run down to the hay barn to play. While we were playing we heard a little sound. “Quiet”, whispered Skyler.

“Meeooww, meeooww.” It was a very long but very soft meow.

“Let’s go find out what it is”, said Deena. We looked all over the hay barn and finally we found what was making the sound. A poor little kitten as small as a mouse, was about to be stomped by one of our cows!

We needed to do something ... fast.

So Shauna and I walked down one of the aisles and Skyler and Deena walked up the aisle the other way.

We were able to scare the cow away and rescue the kitten!

We named the little kitten “Cow” because of the cow that “almost” stepped on her. We fed Cow by bottle and kept her safe. We took good care of Cow until she was big enough to eat by herself.

Cow is still living in our hay barn and she even had 11 of her own kittens!

Auditions

Inspiration

Schools measure up

1st PLACE - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Jada DillmanKindergarten, J.E. Fritz ES

Teacher: Sue Gehman

Jada Dillman

Abby Stoltzfus


Kristina GonzalezGrade 5, Hamilton ESTeacher: Yvonne Condoluci

I heard the music start. Then a person walked in and said ... “Rise and shine! Get up!” ordered the person. It was my mom. Time to get ready for the first day of 5th grade!

I sat up, got out of bed, and saw my sister climbing down the ladder of our bunk beds. I looked up at her and shouted, “Good Morning!”

“Morning,” my sister replied. When she got down the ladder, I went to go get ready.

When I was done, I walked down the steps and saw my mom and dad.

I asked, “Can I pack my lunch?” My dad and I packed my lunch together. After I packed my lunch and ate breakfast, the kids that mom babysits came.

Once we got the kids in the stroller, we walked to school with our neighbors. I was nervous, but I was ready.

Garfield’s/Eden Resort

ad design by Stephen WaughGrade 9, Columbia Jr./Sr. HS

Teacher: Sherry Holtzman

1st PLACE - News Feature

Steven PetroneGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Scott Feifer

The holiday season brings many opportunities to see fun shows right here in Lancaster County. But if you’re tired of the usual Christmas shows, then come see COBALT’s “The Four Seasons.”

What is COBALT? The Contemporary Ballet of Pennsylvania is a non-profit contemporary ballet company, whose members are local dance students ages 9 to 18.

Shari Vegso-Wilson is the artistic director of COBALT dance company. She is a former professional dancer who trained in the United States and Italy. She is also a founding member of the Pennsylvania Arts Experience. Vegso-Wilson says, “Antonio Vivaldi has been a personal inspiration to me as a choreographer because he was a composer who created great classical music while working with young people. We are continuing that tradition and approach to creating art, not on professionals,

but in dancers in training.”

Instead of recreating a historical piece, the choreographers at COBALT dance company decided to create s o m e t h i n g new, focusing on the idea of community. In the Vivaldi section of the show, the Children’s Choir of Lancaster will be performing vocal selections from Gloria.

“The Four Seasons” is Vegso-Wilson’s tribute to the film “Roman Holiday.” The story-line is about a main character escaping the pressures of everyday life. Each season occurs in a different city in Italy.

COBALT will give back to the community by donating a portion of the ticket sales to Make-A-Wish Foundation. The dancers have been working hard and would love to see you there.

COBALT’s Nontraditional holiday show

Steven Petrone



Allison NikolausGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Jon Chronister

How would you feel if you could go around handing out a stuffed animal or something to cheer someone up? Gloria-Jean Schaible does. Gloria-Jean goes to several hospitals to hand out her stuffed lambs. Her ministry is called Heart of the Shepherd.

Heart of the Shepherd has been in existence for six years. “It makes me feel warm inside knowing that people are happy when I visit them,” Gloria-Jean exclaimed.

For every lamb that is sold she donates one to a hospital, retirement community, cancer department, emergency and day center. “Where ever God leads me to give my lambs, that’s where they go,” Gloria-Jean replied.

Gloria-Jean recently traveled to Guatemala and an orphanage in India. “I have probably sold 15,000 lambs,”

Gloria-Jean said. It is not difficult she says.

One day when she got home she received a letter saying, “My mom has not walked, talked, and has been on a feeding tube. She also has Alzheimer’s. I miss her smile. When she was given a lamb the other day, she cradled it in her arms like a baby. Thank you for bringing her comfort.”

Heart of the Shepherd is a ministry that provides caring, loving, and therapeutic care interaction with patients and families. The benefits of stuffed animal therapy is well known in the health care profession.

You may purchase lambs at Friendly’s on Centerville Road in Lancaster, Heart of Lancaster Regional in Lititz, and online at www.heartoftheshepherd.com.

Heart of the Shepherd

The first day of 5th grade

Allison Nikolaus



Jarod PletcherGrade 8, Centerville MSTeacher: Cristin Kramer

Drip, drip, drip. Water drips from the low, stone ceiling as you twist and turn through the cold, dark cave. You jump off a huge boulder into a pit of mud. Hopefully, the muck comes out in the wash, because you’re coated with it. You climb a steep wall to behold a huge cavern, the light of your lamp reflecting off every surface.

If you’ve ever had the courage to embark on such an adventure, you know exactly what I’m talking about. It is an unforgettable experience. Cave climbing, or spelunking as it is officially called, is breathtaking. The arduous walls and low-lying ceilings keep you on your toes as you journey through the cave.

There are numerous caves in PA, and many of the caves are free or very cheap to visit. If you think spelunking only involves looking at some pointy rocks, think again. Cave climbing is one of the hardest physical outdoor activities there is. It requires climbing skills as well as running, jumping, and sometimes even swimming. You crawl through tight tunnels and leap in huge open rooms.

So whether you’re swimming through tight channels or pulling yourself over the next rock in your path, spelunking is tons of fun and a great opportunity to stay active.

Spelunking

Jarod Pletcher

2nd PLACE - Editorial

Honorable Mention - News Feature

Natalie PavlovecGrade 11, Penn Manor HSTeacher: Mindy Rottmund

What do you think when you hear the word “fat”? Do you think of food? Someone who’s overweight? That’s what most people think when they hear fat. What do you think when you hear “trans fat” though?

Trans fats are different from others. Trans fats go through a process called hydrogenation. Hydrogenated vegetable oils help most manufactured foods last longer on your shelf; and the use of this is the same.

If the food manufacturer uses it in the ingredients, then it must be listed in the nutritional information. If they use different types of oils, they must list them. If they blend it, they must list it.

Just a warning, though, trans fatty acids have a long-term effect on you. Trans fatty acids have an effect on your heart and blood cholesterol. They raise LDL cholesterol (bad levels). If you take in a lot of trans fat, you lower good cholesterol levels.

The FDA has changed the nutritional labeling when it comes to trans fatty acids. If the food contains less than 0.5g of trans fat, then they don’t have to list it on the label. On the other hand, if the food does contain more, then they have to list it in the nutrition facts.

Better ways to eat would be a good choice instead of eating trans fatty foods all the time. Choose something such as fruit or vegetables. They give you energy and boost your metabolism. If you are going to consume food with trans fat, choose a food with a low trans fat content.

Other points to consider are that trans fats are in snack chips, margarine, French fries, chicken and baked goods. Hydrogenated veggie oil is trans fat’s major source.

If you want long-term heart health effects, then eat all the trans fat you would like. But honestly, there are plenty of healthy choices out there.

It’s up to you what you choose to eat. Healthy or not!

Joey SetlockGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Diane Anderson

If all goes according to plan, more than 500 students will have a new home next year. A new Landisville Intermediate Center (LIC) is being built in the Hempfield School District. Hempfield is hoping to complete the building by August so the students can start the new school year there.

This new building will be bigger and different than the previous building. According to Dr. Brenda Becker, superintendent, it will have some flexible spaces and is designed for learning communities. It will also have more storage space. The old LIC will be torn down because there are too many problems with the building.

Hempfield will be saving money in many ways. Dr. Becker stated the new LIC will use the same design as two

other schools in the Hempfield School District, Rohrerstown Elementary and Mountville Elementary, which will save on architectural fees.

Dr. Becker also said the design is also becoming part of the PDE Design Clearinghouse which would give the district another 10 percent reimbursement from the state.

Next school year should be an exciting one for the teachers and students at the LIC.

Nutrition has a line ... what would you say is crossing it?

Hempfield’s new school

The perils of a social network

TEACHER PICK - Editorial

Allison YoungGrade 9, Lampter-Strasburg HSTeacher: Caroline Zook

What is the social network with over 300 million users? Facebook. While other social websites exist, Facebook is the most popular and well-known. Facebook allows people to keep in touch and reconnect, however, it encourages risky behavior.

The most important aspect of human existence is the relationship between people. This network can forever change, and not for the better, the connection between people.

Poor behavior can lead to harsh consequences. For example, people can ruin their lives by sexting. Ever since cell phones became available, people have taken inappropriate pictures of themselves to send to their girlfriend or boyfriend. They do this behavior to please themselves, but it could lead to jail. Families need to teach their children and educate them about these dangers.

Another disadvantage about Facebook is the increase of cyber-bullying. Not only kids, but some parents, act as bullies. This sometimes

leads to suicide as recently seen in upstate New York. A solution is to be tolerant of people’s differences or make the penalties for bullying more severe.

A third negative aspect about Facebook is a lack of privacy. Facebook has decided to go “all public” which means all user’s private information will be available to everyone. A solution to the problem is to have better privacy setting, and to limit the information one provides to Facebook.

The final problem about Facebook is addiction. People today spend too much time on the internet in general and Facebook in particular. This can lead to Facebook Addiction Disorder which is a condition defined as excessive time on Facebook. Addictions are difficult to manage and often require a therapist.

Facebook has transformed over the years. Facebook is useful, but it makes communication less personal and encourages risky behavior.


Andrew BlissGrade 4, Hans Herr ESTeacher: Jeanne Garrett

Have you ever had a memorable sports moment?

It’s 4:00 in the morning in September on the weekend. My dad and I pack the car and head to Valley Forge for the hockey game. It’s my first year playing ice hockey. It was a long drive, but we finally make it to the rink. I’m the very first one there for my team. Dad and I explore the gorgeous rink.

When my teammates arrive, we scurry into the locker room to strap on our equipment. I’m wearing my lucky shirt under my equipment. It’s 7:00, 10 minutes until the game. My team and I scamper onto the ice and do our warm-up. Line one skates out to start the game. TWEEEEEEEET! The game starts! Then, 30 seconds into the game, Valley Forge ripples the twine and scores. My line goes on the ice for the face-off. Kalvin wins the face-off and skates behind Valley Forge’s net.

He passes the puck to me and I one-time it for a goal! SCORE! My team goes wild! Valley Forge Colonials, 1, Regency Panthers, 1.

Although we lost the game, 8-4, I will never forget that memorable game.

Lancaster Barnstormers

ad design by Scotty ReynoldsGrade 3, Reidenbaugh ESTeacher: Judy Przystup


Carissa GehmanGrade 10, Lancaster Mennonite HSTeacher: Kris Horst

Controversy struck this 2011 high school field hockey season. A new rule was put in place requiring protective eyewear to be worn at all times while playing. Goggles are an awful burden for a hockey player and the rule should be reconsidered for many reasons.

The first issue that comes to mind when examining the use of protective eyewear is the player’s view of the field. Vision is a key component to the sport, and limiting it can greatly decrease a person’s skill level and ability. If the use of peripheral vision is blocked by goggles, how can both the ball and an approaching defender by seen at the same time?

Not only is peripheral vision affected by goggles, but a complete lack of vision is common among clear, plastic

eyewear. Sweat condenses on the clear goggles and fogs them up completely.

An injury to the face in field hockey is not as reoccurring as many think. The protective eyewear rule may be found to have the opposite turnout. Girls may feel safer with the goggles and therefore take more risks that they may not take without them.

Stopping to adjust or clear eyewear puts a person in much more dangerous spot as opposed to being alert and ready. So in turn, protective eyewear might not be as “protective” as they appear.

The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) made a huge mistake by making this a rule. Growing numbers of players, coaches, and parents are not in favor of it. Only a few people fully support the decision, even the USA Field Hockey Association is against the new rule and seeking a change. I believe this rule should be abolished.

Field hockey eyewear rule not seen clearly

2nd PLACE - Writer’s Choice

Score!


Silver Moon Gallery

ad design by Kim VuGrade 11, Manheim Twp. HS

Teacher: Julie Frey

Americans need to work together

1st PLACE - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Chase BarberGrade 1, Strasburg ES

Teacher: Rachel Petruso

Chase Barber

3rd PLACE - Writer’s Choice

2nd PLACE - News Feature

The taming of Yochithe cockatiel

The spirit of giving

Hannah Fogell Grade 2, Fred S. Eshleman ESTeacher: Gail Thomson One day we went to the pet store

and we saw a cute grey cockatiel with bright pink cheeks. It had a yellow and grey spotted Mohawk that mom called a crest. I begged my mom to have the bird. Mom said OK and I named her Yochi.

When we first brought Yochi home from the pet store she was crazy. When we got close to her, she put her crest up really high, hissed, and tried to fly away. She even bit my mom on the finger.

I tried to train Yochi to talk but she just stood up and stared at me. I kept working with Yochi by giving her treats and talking to her softly. Slowly she let me get closer. Now she is very nice, rides on my shoulder, and loves to be petted. She even loves my mom.

Alli ZellersGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Jon Chronister

Imagine coming downstairs on Christmas morning to find no presents under the tree. Many families in today’s society are facing hardships; putting food on the table is a struggle. The “Spirit of Giving” program at Lancaster General (LG) is changing that, one family at a time.

LG’s program focuses on supporting its “hospital family” during the holidays. Employees requesting help, anonymously, apply to the Human Resource Department. They share their story and a list of things they need.

Information is collected, and then sent to LG departments that have chosen to participate. One area is the Performance Improvement Department that has been taking part in the program for many years.

An office member commented, “It gives me a good feeling to know that a simple act may bring a smile to a child’s face or a little relief for a family.” The group views this experience as a way to have fun while helping others.

Items are purchased as members gather to prepare them. “We have a good time singing carols as we wrap the gifts. We get a little silly while playing Santa’s helpers,” said one of the participants.

Although the office members do not know the families, helping the less fortunate is what the program represents. They are aware a time may come when the kindness and generosity of others will be appreciated.

As the holiday season filled with joy and hope begins, blessings should be counted and opportunities taken to share good fortune with others.


Stermer Brothers Stoves & Spasad design by Kim Bailey

Grade 4, Donegal Springs ESTeacher: Keith Royer

Time to light up the city

TEACHER PICK - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Brooke ZuberGrade 1, Lampeter ES

Teacher: Brittany Craul



The silver bullet

The bear

Camelie VazquezGrade 5, Lancaster Mennonite- Locust Grove CampusTeacher: Chris Peterson

The roar of the engine sounded like a lion.

I was waiting in line to go on a speedboat with my family and my friend’s family. We gave the ticket holder the tickets we had and we boarded the orange boat called Silver Bullet in Wildwood, New Jersey. Lots of people boarded, then we were off.

When we were in the cold ocean water, the captain yelled, “We are going to get wet. If you prefer not to, please be seated in the front.” I stayed in the back. Then the captain turned and twisted the boat. Water was going everywhere. The salty water felt like needles prickling my soft skin. I was soaked. The captain went slower and I saw gray dolphins bouncing in the waves and following

the boat. We didn’t get to see a lot of the dolphins because it was feeding hour. The boat ride ended and my mom bought me a stuffed dolphin and I still have it to this day.

Lucia CarettiGrade 2, St. Leo the GreatTeacher: Jennifer Harrington

One day bear went out to get a drink when bear put his head in the pond. He saw a blurry thing moving in the pond. That night he waited for something to jump in the air.

Finally, he caught the fish and he was happy. So every day he took a drink from the pond then caught a fish for his friends.

One day his friends came over to him and gave him some honey and berries. It was close to Christmas so they brought some other things too. Then they had a wonderful Christmas at Bear’s.


Too snowy for school, but not for play

2nd PLACE - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Landon HertzogGrade 1, Central Manor ES

Teacher: Patricia Shover

Would you change into pajamas on an overnight flight in economy class?

3rd PLACE - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Carliz ReyesGrade 1, Resurrection Catholic School

Teacher: Linda Collins

Andrea Laura NewswangerGrade 12, Garden Spot HSTeacher: Amy Rupp

As college drawn nearer, I have noticed a few things.

First, scholarships are hard to come by, and secondly, schools are more likely to hand them out to athletes. This seems to defeat the point of furthering one’s education.

Curriculum has taken a backseat to who has the best football team, or whether or not the basketball team will

rise to the winner’s bracket. Something needs to change, if not for the sake of education, for the physically challenged and the hopelessly clumsy like myself.

Scholarships should go to those who deserve them. Not, as it often happens, to the sport enthusiasts, whose main focus is how much alcohol they can drink in one sitting. I have been witness to such classmates being awarded half and full ride grants.

One boy, a known partier, has abysmal grades. What does this say for people like me, who have spent

four years of their life working hard to maintain a high grade point average?

For those who have spent their nights studying instead of slacking off, and reading when others are off partying, it means a pile of debt. Some kind of agreement must be reached.

Luckily, the solution is not terribly farfetched. When reviewing possible recipients, colleges should hold the prospective students to the same grade point average they expect from everyone.

Being good at sports should not be

the only reason one is accepted into an esteemed university.

Also more scholarships should be developed for people interested in learning. Athletes are not the only ones who want to get a decent job. The burden of school should also be lessened for people whose main focus is purely scholastic.

Some incentive would make players work hard, possibly improving good marks nationwide. No longer would sports be a fall-back.


The unfair advantage


Penn Cinemaad design by Ginger Matchett

Grade 4, Landisville ICTeacher:

Linda Fungaroli-Azaroff


Nicole SeybertGrade 12, Penn Manor HSTeacher: Cece O’Day

The obesity epidemic continues to grow in the United States, and action needs to be taken. The government chooses to focus on small problems, such as school lunches, that only affect one meal out of the day, when they should focus on ways to change family lifestyles.

Many parents blame the schools for serving unhealthy food to their children, when they have the option to pack their child’s lunch, be it healthy or not. Schools are not to blame for the obesity epidemic in children. Parents choose to blame schools so they do not have to take responsibility for their child’s unhealthiness.

Regulations have changed what food schools are allowed to serve. According to Pamela Prah, a Washington reporter with 20 years reporting experience, “Schools are grappling with more than a dozen rules and proposals from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that put the law into place” (Prah). With increasing budget cuts, schools have difficulty affording healthy menus.

As many people have noticed, choosing healthier foods is more expensive than choosing unhealthy foods. In a struggling economy, many people choose to sacrifice health for the sake of saving money.

Schools are not to blame for children being overweight. They serve both healthy and unhealthy meals, and the children decide what they want for lunch. We forget that parents buy the groceries. If the parents are buying unhealthy foods containing processed and artificial ingredients, then their child will follow by example and eat at school what they are used to eating at home. If the parents want to control what their child eats, then they can pack a healthy lunch for the child. There is no reason to force schools to serve only healthy food when parents are not forced to do so at home.

In conclusion, schools should not be blamed for the obesity epidemic. Parents continue to provide their children with unhealthy meals, but no one blames them. Children need to be educated about making healthy choices on their own, so that we can continue to have healthy generations in the future instead of a continued downward spiral of health.

Work CitedPrah, Pamela M. “States Scramble to Pay for Healthier

School Food.” stateline.org. 13 Sep 2011: n.p. SIRS Issues Researcher. Web. 02 Nov. 2011.

Blame the parents, not the schools


Zoe OsipenkoGrade 9, Manheim Township HSTeacher: Marty Pflieger

As surprising as it may seem, Manheim Township High School does have a dress code. Many students, however, seem unaware of it. The dress code states that shorts, skirts, and dresses must cover the upper legs. Shorter items may be worn with leggings, but leggings are not to be worn alone. Head coverings, unless for religious purposes, are also prohibited. All sleeves must be two inches wide and pants must cover undergarments. Yes, this means underwear.

Not all students, however, actually adhere to the dress code. In the spring and summer months, a female student rarely has shorts that are long enough to comply with the code. Leggings worn alone throughout the year are an even more frequent violation. The male population may also fail to realize that the trend to sag one’s pants to reveal boxers originated in an all-male prison. It signaled that you were available.

These violations occur on a daily basis without consequences. The lack of reaction by the administration is even more frustrating than the violations themselves. When a student walks into a classroom with a dress code violation, it is the teacher’s responsibility to correct the violation by sending the student to the nurse’s office to change.

There is a solution to this conundrum: uniforms. The Lancaster City School District has adopted a simple uniform of khaki pants/skirt paired with a solid colored shirt/sweater.

While some people may think a uniform strips a student of his free expression, others could view it from a different standpoint: if a student is unable to represent himself through anything but his clothing, he is in grave need of a reality check.

Once students stop worrying about what to wear, they can concentrate on academics, developing communication skills, and their individual personalities.

Ebersole’s Vacuum Cleaner Sales & Service

ad design by Laura StoltzfusGrade 10, Pequea Valley HS

Teacher: Rob Dorshimer

Earthquake hits Turkey (Nov. 20, 2011)

2nd PLACE - Illustrating Headlines

Art design by Kari JeremiahKindergarten, Resurrection Catholic School

Teacher: Kristy Legenstein


Nathan ReedGrade 3, Salisbury ESTeacher: Becky Marks

While my family and I were visiting Washington D.C., we went to the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial. There were so many names on that black wall. It was hard to think about. All of those names were soldiers that had died in a war! I felt bad for all those soldiers and their families.

It was even more emotional when my mom called my Pop-Pop on the phone to tell him that she had found one of his friend’s name on the wall.

Other people were at the Wall that day. Some of the people were crying and holding flowers. When we were standing there, looking at the Wall, we had to be very quiet. It was almost like a moment of silence that never ends.

A sad trip


Bring uniforms to Manheim Township High School


Breanna FellenbaumGrade 3, Paradise ESTeacher: Amber Manning

It was a sunny day. A bunny stumbled around in my backyard. The bunny was cute. It had a little cut on its paw. I went inside and told my mom, but she said that we could not do anything about it. I felt really sad for the bunny.

That night, I put some water and carrots out for it. I wanted to stay outside, buy my mom would not let me.

When I woke up the next morning, I ran outside and checked where I put the water and carrots. The water was gone and two carrots had bites in them. Then I saw the bunny, so I ran inside and got the Neosporin and some water.

I went back outside and put a lot of Neosporin on the grass and the water and a carrot in front of it. I thought if the bunny went to get the carrot, it would hop in the Neosporin and it would start to heal faster.

The bunny started to walk over to the carrot. “Yes!” I said. After the injured bunny stepped in the Neosporin, he got the carrot and ran to the woods. That was a great experience!

George J. Grove & Son, Inc.

ad design by Amanda GrubeGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Diane Anderson

3rd PLACE - Editorial

Early Christmas giftfor Pennsylvania


Are sports getting more respect than the arts?

Madeline StoltzfusGrade 10, Lancaster Mennonite HSTeacher: Kris Horst

New driving laws come into place on December 24.

In efforts to improve safety on the Pennsylvania roads, Governor Tom Corbett has made three significant changes to the driving laws, but not all will guarantee effectiveness.

The most controversial law of the three states that drivers under the age of 18 can only drive with one unrelated passenger for the first six months of having their license. If after those six months, the driver hasn’t had any driving violations the driver may take three passengers other than family.

Although this law is improving the safety of the driver, it will be a big inconvenience for teenagers when carpooling to school or other activities. Another argument against the law is the waste of gas. The price of gas is quite high and not being able to carpool

will be a burden for many families.Another factor to think about is how

police are going to enforce this law. Most teenagers will probably think that they can get away with it and break the law.

Another part of the new law changed the requirements that a driver needs to have in order to test for their license. Instead of needing 50 hours of driving, permitted drivers now need 65 hours to receive a license. Then hours of driving in the dark and five hours of driving in poor weather conditions have been added to the 50 hours.

The 65 hours of driving time are seen as doable and understandable. It will be good for teenagers to have more experience driving under direct supervision before they get their license.

Some people are even wondering if limiting passengers will make the roads noticeably safer. The best compromise is that they make limiting passengers only a law for 6 weeks, but keep the 65 hours of driving.


Emily FinniganGrade 9 , Manheim Township HSTeacher: Marty Pflieger

It’s not uncommon to run across headlines like “Running Back gets Scholarship to Penn State,” or “Lacrosse Star on His Way to Brown,” while paging through a newspaper.

But when do you hear about the violin prodigy who gets a full scholarship to Julliard, or the young artist who has opened her own gallery, or maybe the 15-year-old boy who is now part of a ballet tour? It now seems that sports are eclipsing the respect we once held for the arts.

With the country in such an economic crisis, schools are cutting extracurricular activities. When it comes down to cutting the soccer team or the performing arts program, the decision usually isn’t too hard to make for the school board.

That’s why schools need to find a

balance. Instead of chopping the whole art program, maybe it should be given a smaller budget or a limit on the amount of shows that can be done. Schools could then make cuts to the sports programs, like having smaller teams and only a few sports.

Studies show that students who participate in music do better overall in school and have an overall healthy mindset. Music challenges the mind and has a calming effect on many.

Cutting music classes to once a week, reusing music books/instruments, and having fundraisers could help reduce the budget and keep music in schools.

If schools could find a balance in their budgets between arts and sports it could help keep a well-rounded school, without going over budget. Not everyone can run fast or throw a football. Sometimes people are different and they like to sing, dance, and write.

The bunny


Anne KellyGrade 6, Neff ESTeacher: Barbara Peachey

She runs down the field, girls running on her tail, she goes for it ... GOAL!

The crowd erupts into cheers!It was continuous action like this

that got the Diplomats ,or “Dips,” Women’s field hockey team at Franklin & Marshall school to be ranked seventh in their division.

Unfortunately, after a nail-biting game, Ursinus field hockey team beat the “Dips” in the state championships after a score too late in the game for the Diplomats to come back with another.

It was a devastating loss, and the Franklin & Marshall team was now anxious to hear if they were still ranked high enough for them to be able to participate in the NCAA’s (National Collegiate Athletic Association) championships.

After an excruciating wait, they got the call and ... they made it! Their hard work really paid off! The Franklin & Marshall women’s field hockey team has made it into the NCAA’s! Let’s wish them luck on their first game in the championships on Wednesday, Nov. 9.

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ad design by Jonatan PerezGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Jon Chronister

2nd PLACE - News Feature 2nd PLACE - News Feature


Girls on the run: A positive, confidence-building program

Penguin Cold Caps —Eve’s story

Field hockey for fun

Hannah JohnsonGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Scott Feifer

“Changing the world, one girl at a time” is the motto that Girls on the Run founder, Molly Barker lives by.

Barker is the founder of Girls on the Run (GOTR) International. GOTR is a nonprofit organization that enables girls to lead a healthy and positive lifestyle. The girls learn this through a 10 week curriculum that has 20 lessons that teach them about different aspects of life. They learn about bullying, peer pressure, eating right, taking care of their bodies, etc. During the lessons, the girls also run to train for a 5k (3.1 miles) at the end of the season.

It is “A magical experience where the girls realize the reality of setting goals and achieving them,” states GOTR of

Lancaster executive director, Carrie Johnson, of the 5k.

Barker started this program because when she was younger, she continually doubted herself and her self-image.

Barker then created the “girl box.” The “girl box” is a place where girls may go at elementary and middle school ages, where they say to themselves, “I’m not pretty enough,” “I’m not athletic enough,” and so on. GOTR is a program that helps girls to get out of the “girl box” and to lead a positive lifestyle, free of negative self-talk. This negative self-talk towards herself, motivated Barker to start GOTR.

GOTR is all about building self-confidence in each girl that participates in the program. As one GOTR participant said, “Girls on the Run makes me feel like a super-sonic person!

Delaney KlepperGrade 8, Centerville MSTeacher: Cristin Kramer

It’s common knowledge that cancer + chemotherapy = hair loss, right? Not necessarily. When Eve Grossman-Bukowski found out that she would lose her hair due to chemotherapy, she was determined to prove that equation wrong. That is how she found out about Penguin Cold Caps.

Eve called the owner of the company in England, but unfortunately, no caps could be shipped in time for her first chemotherapy appointment. Thanks to his help, she found a woman in her area that had recently finished her chemotherapy willing to donate her caps.

You might be asking yourself: ‘What are Penguin Cold Caps, and how do they work?’ These caps work

by freezing one’s hair follicles during chemotherapy, so that they don’t suck up the blood that contains the chemo. This prevents one’s hair from falling out, and it shows! The woman who gave Eve her caps had breast cancer, and the type of chemo one gets for that almost guarantees hair loss.

Amazingly, this lady has a full head of hair! During chemotherapy, the caps should be taken off and replaced with one “fresh from the freezer” every 30 minutes. They are supposed to be worn an hour before chemotherapy, and three hours afterwards.

Thanks to the Penguin Cold Caps, Eve still has a beautiful head of hair. By using the Penguin Cold Caps, people can, “ ... decide who will learn about their cancer and not have the information broadcast out from their bald scalps,” says Eve.



Text and drive

Honorable Mention - Writer’s Choice

The fishFionya TranGrade 11, Lower Dauphin HSTeacher: Lena Russell

Cell phones have become the greatest convenience of the modern era. Not only can a cell phone allow the ability to call others, cell phones have been given the privilege in GPS navigation, internet searching, social media contacting, and the other number one use for a phone: texting. Texting has become the number one way people contact one another. Text messages are a brief way to communicate back and forth with one another in an instantaneous amount of time. Because of how convenient a cell phone has become in the past couple of years, many have put their lives at risk by texting while they were driving.

Multi-tasking is a normal every day life demand. Under some circumstances, multi-tasking is absolutely needed in order to battle a busy lifestyle. Unfortunately, many drivers have tried

to balance their life’s demand while driving. Five seconds is all it takes for a driver to take their eyes off the road and on to their phone. Texting while driving has resulted in minor and major injuries. But overall, texting while driving leads to death not only of the driver, but also to the people caught in such a tragic ending. Many states have recognized such dramatic increase in automotive accidents by texting and have put an end to such high risk on the roads.

States like California, Delaware, New Jersey, District of Columbia, and soon to be Pennsylvania in 2012 have banned the usage of a cellular device while operating a motorized vehicle.

The best thing that one could do to prevent such a terrible fate would be to just not answer the sound of the phone while being behind the wheel of a vehicle. If the caller took time to call, then the driver can wait until they are done driving to reply.

Shannon SobiechGrade 3, Paradise ESTeacher: David Marks

I’ll never forget the time my cousin, Anna, caught a fish in her shoe. It all started at the Brandywine River on a Saturday. It was a little road trip. When we got there, I ran down the trail to see the waterfall. So I got out a fishing net and started away with my cousin and my brother. My cousin, Cara and I really wanted to go swimming. so did my brother Danny. A few hours passed. So we had lunch. Then we walked down the river and looked around. We went to the playground and played for an hour —especially on the swings. A few more hours passed and we roasted marshmallows. Then everybody went to sleep.

The next morning, it was a bright sunny day. We went straight to the waterfall and swam around. A lot of minutes flew by. Then Anna felt something slippery and slimy.

“There is something in my shoe.” Then everybody heard her scream, “THERE’S A FISH IN MY SHOE!”

Now I have a question for you. What would you do if there was a fish in your shoe?

Hinkle Insurance Agency, Inc.

ad design by Jane WombleGrade 4, St. Leo the Great SchoolTeacher: Christine McLean



Social Media: the good, the bad, the ugly

3rd PLACE - News Feature

Sweet beginningsEmily WitmerGrade 12, Lower Dauphin HSTeacher: Lena Russell

Today’s world, and particularly the youth in it, are being bombarded with pressures and advantages provided by the multitude of social media outlets. Being provided the opportunity to grow, social media can open doors for young adults via job offers and personal profiling. Despite these benefactors, the dangers of social media are constantly lurking behind the scenes.

Most young people are capable of managing themselves in a professional manner on sites such as Twitter and Facebook. When utilizing these sources appropriately, future professionals can seek out employment, track businesses, and profile themselves on a global level for potential employers.

Doors can be opened greatly for individual prospects through these sites; however, one must always err on the side of caution in order to avoid being victimized by the many pit falls

of internet exposure. As easily as Facebook and Twitter can kick start a recent graduate’s career, it can just as easily stop one in its tracks. When attempting to succeed in a professional setting many people fall to the many temptations of the Internet. Posting inappropriate photos and statuses on one’s profile can effortlessly remove one’s resume from the pile at their dream corporation. Extreme discretion must be applied to all online actions because as private as Facebook may tell one they are, there is always someone able to get around it.

Social media sites are a wonderful tool for young people in today’s society, but it is key to make use of the opportunities with maturity and tact. It is the responsibility of the user to be aware of their level of exposure online but to also utilize all opportunities available to best advance them in a professional setting.

These sites are fantastic for professional advancement, but a word to the wise; use well, use with caution.

Lilly StehmanGrade 2, Donegal SpringsTeacher: Charity Wheeler

In my lifetime, I have had many unexpected visits from different animals.

When I lived at my old house, my family found two cats. They meowed in the morning and woke-up my mom. She went outside and brought them in.

We named one Riley because she was fast and wily. The other one we named Jynx because she had black fur.

When we moved to my new house, my dad tried to mow the grass, but the mower didn’t start.

He opened it and saw baby mice. They were cool!

Luckily, my cats are indoor pets. Those are my favorite visits from ainimals.


Zach ThomasGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Scott D. Feifer

Almost 20 years ago, in January of 1992, the youth of Lititz E.C.C. Church were faced with a challenge: to raise enough money to fund their missions project to Appalachia. In order for these young teens to afford the expenses of this trip, they had to brainstorm ideas of how to accomplish such a project.

That’s where Mrs. Cathy Dietrich was helpful. She, along with a few other parents, thought that selling peanut butter eggs would be the perfect fundraiser during the Easter season. Dietrich said, “We just figured everybody likes peanut butter eggs, so let’s give it a try!”

Not only was it a huge success that year, they’ve been doing it ever since. The next year, the youth traveled in the USA and abroad thanks to their successful sale of eggs.

Originally, they made one hundred dozen mouth watering peanut butter

eggs, charging only $3 a dozen. Today, those same old famous eggs are being produced in the hundreds of dozens quantity.

Each year, a combination of congregational members and the youth work together to promote, create, and sell these delicious peanut butter eggs. Sales typically begin the week of Lent each year. The eggs are then hand made and delivered two weeks prior to Easter.

Although these famous peanut butter eggs are eaten by enormous amounts of friends and family in and around the Lititz community, their fattening recipe still remains a secret.

My favorite animal visits

CTC Lollipop Co.

ad design by Andy RoteGrade 12, Manheim Twp. HS

Teacher: Julie Frey


Andi WainwrightGrade 8, Centerville MSTeacher: Cristin Kramer

Did you eat frozen waffles for breakfast this morning? What about a Hot Pocket for lunch? Do you know what was in these foods? Chances are, you didn’t read the list of ingredients. Even if you had, you probably wouldn’t have understood very much after the main ingredients.

In many prepackaged foods, fillers account for much of the actual product. Fillers are low quality ingredients with little to no nutritional value, masked by artificial flavors and colors. One filler that is becoming increasingly popular with large corporation is wood.

Pulverized wood chips are a cheap, common, filler used in many bread-based prepackaged foods. It has no nutritional value, at all and is very easy to buy. Surprisingly, this isn’t illegal, and there are very few restrictions limiting the use of it.

Technically, wood isn’t even considered edible, because humans cannot digest the lignans and cellulose because they lack the enzymes needed

for this process, but it has not proven harmful, so it is permitted.

If you were to look up all the names for the ingredients on the box for one of these foods, you would be very surprised as to what is put into these foods.

Hopefully, the next time you are searching for a snack, bear in mind that you may actually be eating.

Brubaker Chrysler Jeepad design by Ryan SmithGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Diane Anderson


Digging Wells for Hope


Double troubleJanelle NoltGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Jane Kilefner

Some people think children can’t do anything to change the world, but that’s exactly what Kelly Forsha, a middle school student of Manheim Township, did in 2010.

Kelly along with some help from her parents started an organization called “Digging Wells For Hope.” She wanted to start an organization to help struggling places in the world.

When she heard about the earthquake that shook Haiti’s capital, Port Au Prince, she instantly knew that’s who she wanted to help.

Kelly’s main goal was to provide clean drinking water for the Haitians

not just for a year, but generations to come. With her parent’s help she began to raise money by selling pencils and bracelets for $1 at her church (LCBC) to build clean water wells. Soon people began taking 50 to 100 pencils and bracelets to sell at work or even just to friends.

There have been many opportunities for people to buy these items from Kelly at church. Some schools that have students or staff attending LCBC have also done fundraisers for the cause. Kelly had enough money to build one well last year, and they are currently working on building another one.

The organization has a dream of someday getting to build two wells each year. This will be a hard goal to reach, but she believes she can really succeed!


Peyton CasselGrade 5 , Landisville ICTeacher: Rose Spangler

Chin injuries, thumb injuries, poison ivy, nettles, scrapes, bruises, they’ve had it all! My sisters are like magnets for messes!

Emma and Mackenzie, 5-year-old twins, are a bundle of trouble! If you don’t have two 5-year-old sisters and have no idea what I’m talking about ... just take the cutest kid you know, that says the cutest things, and is very, very, ornery, multiply that kid by two. Now, you know what I’m talking about!

This is the story about how Emma and Mackenzie learned to finger paint. Well, not exactly ... A couple years ago, we were rushing about doing our regular routine before school. When all of a sudden my mom shouts “DON’T MOVE!” I ran into the room and there I saw Emma and Mackenzie, arms raised, covered in nothing but diaper cream.

Emma had decided to be an artist’s

assistant, helping Mackenzie finger paint herself.

My mom ran down the stair and came back with a camera. Now I was rolling in laughter. “Say cheese!” Click! “WHAT ARE YOU DOING?” Mom yelled! They look at each other...

I think I’ll break off here. Getting the diaper cream out of their hair was a bit difficult but that’s another story.

What are you really eating?



PUBLIC SCHOOLSCOLUMBIA BOROUGH Columbia Jr/Sr High Sherry HoltzmanPark Elementary Jane Moore

CONESTOGA VALLEY Brownstown Elementary Marsha Fabian-GriffithJ.E. Fritz Elementary Sue GehmanLeola Elementary Jane WengerConestoga Valley High Melanie Upton

DONEGALDonegal Middle School Charity WheelerDonegal Springs Elementary Keith Royer Charity WheelerMaytown Elementary Charity WheelerRiverview Elementary Charity Wheeler

EASTERN LANCASTER COUNTY (ELANCO)Blue Ball Elementary Diane Henssler Lori NoyesBrecknock Elementary Kerry KuipersGarden Spot High Amy RuppNew Holland Elementary Kimberly Anderson Susan Hurst John Steele

EPHRATAEphrata High Gemma RasmusEphrata Intermediate Mandy Ulrich

ELIZABETHTOWN Elizabethtown High Kevin GossMill Road Elementary Melissa ClarkRheems Elementary Melissa Clark

HEMPFIELDCenterville Middle Jennifer Axe Cynthia Green Cristin Kramer

Hempfield High Sarah DiIorio Chris Hanusa Michael PolisLandisville Intermediate Jon Chronister Clare Daher Linda Fungaroli-Azaroff Jane Kilefner Jeanne McCreary Rose Spangler Debbie WrightsonLandisville Middle Diane Anderson Scott D. Feifer Christine LeFevre Kim PetroskyRohrerstown Education Ctr Melissa Bailey

LAMPETER-STRASBURGHans Herr Intermediate Jeanne Garrett Beth HendrixLampeter Elementary Suzanne Anderson Lauren Burns Brittany Craul Elizabeth Fluck Shelly Morgan Allison WagnerLampeter-Strasburg High Caroline ZookMartin Meylin Middle Jennifer RisserStrasburg Elementary Rachel Petruso Gini Sitler

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Final JudgesBarbara CarrKaren DavisSue FrancisKathleen GeltzAnn LeonardCindy LongeneckerDave MartinSue MartinAndrea MorrisonDr. Kelly Poniatowski June ShultzDr. Linda YoungEileen Zaledonis

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Miriam CowanGrade 4, Sacred Heart Catholic SchoolTeacher: Jackie Muehlesien

This is a true story, don’t let it fool you. It’s a boring Friday night but it’s about to get interesting.

“Daddy, can I go busking?” I asked. He said, “Yes.” If you don’t already know, busking is when dad and I sit outside on First Friday and play violin . . . listen to this . . . people give me money. Usually I play near the galleries. I ran upstairs to get dressed. When we got there it was crowded. We passed some guys playing guitar near the ice cream store.

We then found a spot to play. I wasn’t as nervous as you might think. I finally started playing. It was so fun!

An Asian lady came over to me holding a note pad and a pencil. Some people take pictures of me but she was doing an article about Lancaster and wanted to interview me. I was amazed!

I started playing again and played for three hours. Then daddy said we had to stop. As dad drove us home I felt like a rock star.

This was a true story and if you don’t believe it, look for me on First Friday nights near the galleries!

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ad design by Jasmine FelicianoGrade 4, Bart-Colerain ES

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Bethany HooverGrade 11, Manheim Township HSTeacher: Marty Pflieger

Americans dream of having families full of children. They want children playing on swings and running through the backyard. Many believe that at a point in their lives, they will be able to have a family of their own. People believe that once they have children, they will be fully happy. Unfortunately that isn’t always the case. But what really is their reason for having children? Is it that they are able to do so or because they feel like they have to? The privilege of being a parent should be exactly that: a privilege.

Couples should obtain a license from the government to become a parent to prevent the expansion of neglected children in the United States. By distributing licenses, our society will be able to confirm that a parent is emotionally and financially capable of taking care of a child. An

incentive for having a license could be tax benefits. There are many qualities that someone must have to be able to care for a dependent. A parent must be trustworthy and accountable. A child is a responsibility that is a lifetime of responsibility and should be regarded as such in our society.

Parents should have to go through a governmental screening to make sure that they are capable of caring for a child. Too many children are neglected and uncared for by their parents. The American Humane Association reports that about 1 in 58 children are abused or neglected. With these numbers rising, parents need to make sure that they are being careful and making sure that they really want children before they have them.

The job of a parent is to raise children to become strong members of society. Since the number of neglected children is rising, we need to break down and control this issue by distributing licenses to parents.

Emily AllportGrade 12, Solanco HSTeacher: Leslie Arnold

High school graduates are too young to decide their future because of minimal life experience and being in the midst of self-discovery. An average eighteen-year-old has only been exposed to general careers; they don’t have enough experience to know whether or not they need college to start a career.

Rushing into college may help some young adults figure out their futures, but for others it might only hinder it. In fact, in 2010 it was recorded by the Conference Board research group that only 45 percent of Americans are satisfied with their careers. It all starts from the beginning. Eighteen is a crucial age that should be an age to discover enlightenment, indulge in worldly experiences, and critically analyze life.

Yet students feel pressured by parents and teachers to get into a prominent

university and earn well-paying careers in order to achieve success. Teens are forced to overlook their passions and goals in order to achieve society’s standard of success.

According to a poll conducted by Florida State University, teenagers feel they are failures if they don’t achieve “success” by the age of twenty-five. This study also suggests that American teenagers are under pressure to set higher goals for themselves, but often the goals are unattainable.

Society truly needs to take a step back and re-evaluate what is deemed successful for young adults. There would be more successful individuals, not only monetarily, but in terms of fulfillment if it were socially acceptable for high school graduates to take time and explore what they’re truly passionate about. Young adults shouldn’t be forced to jump blindly into a busy, competitive world with out knowing what their goals are.

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Andrea KirkleyGrade 2, Eshleman ESTeacher: Gail Thomson

I have Special Days with my Grandma and Grandpa. When I turned six, I got to start Special Days. Special Days are when I go to Grandpa and Grandma’s house. Grandma picks me up after school and brings me back home a little bit before bedtime. I have dinner and I do special activities with them.

One time I went to the Choo-Choo Barn for a Special Day. It was really fun! After we went to the Choo-Choo Barn, we got ice cream. Sometimes I stay at Grandpa and Grandma’s house and play games. Another time, at a Special Day, I made a doll quilt. I sewed on the sewing machine to make the quilt. The quilt colors were pink, blue, yellow and a pretty flowered fabric. I love Special Days!

My Mom had Special Days when she was little. Now my mom gives my Great-Grandma and Great-Grandpa

Special Days. We eat dinner and play games with my Great-Grandpa and Great-Grandma. One Special Day, with Great-Grandma and Great-Grandpa, we played SKIP-BO. I think that Special Days are going to be a tradition. I think I am going to have Special Days with my grandchildren.

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New law couldcause problems

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Paper vs. pixels

Dan ZookGrade 10, Lancaster Mennonite HSTeacher: Kris Horst

The new law that restricts junior drivers license carriers from carrying two or more passenger under the age of 18, not including immediate family members, for the first six months that they are holding their license, will do more harm than good. This new law will be hard to enforce, cause more accidents, and create more pollution for the environment.

Since junior drivers won’t be able to carpool there will be more vehicles on the road that are driven by a junior drivers license carrier. The government is trying to cause fewer collisions by passing this law, but they will probably cause more accident because people new to driving are not as experienced, and there will be more of them on the

road traveling to and from school.The government promotes carpooling

and even creates lanes for those who are carpooling, but with this new law there will be less carpooling because people under 18 can’t transport as many people. If there is less carpooling then there will be more pollution in the air and U.S. vehicles already emit 1 million tons of CO2 each day. This law will cause that number to rise.

When this law does go into effect, it will be very hard to enforce because most windows are tinted so the police won’t be able to see how many people are in the car. And if they are able to see how many people are in the car they will not be able to know if the passengers are all family or not.

If we want to create fewer collisions and less pollution I think the solution would be to get rid of this new law and keep things the way they were..


Austin GlassGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Clare Daher

Where do people turn when they want to read about the top news headlines? Just years ago the answer to that question would be simple: newspapers. Now many people turn to smart phones or online news sources for the latest bulletins. While this may be a reliable way to find out what’s going on in this world, does America still need the newspaper in this day and age?

The newspaper is, and always will be, necessary for people who are “less

than compatible” with their computer, or simply don’t have internet access. Most of the online news websites are viewed on a mobile device. Although that is fine for viewing news stories quickly, most would agree these devices can cause eyestrain and eye irritation when viewed for extended amounts of time. The newspaper can be viewed for a long time and is significantly easier on the eyes. Although the paper may not be as cutting edge as computers, it offers a variety and local flavor.

Online news sources are the fastest way to get information when it hits the public. The newest innovation in online news sources is customized sections based on your preferences. This means one can view topics of interest and only those sections. These popular news websites also offer notifications so you can stay on top of what’s happening as soon as news occurs.

News comes in many different formats, but which one is best truly depends on the reader.


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Art design by Avery FisherKindergarten, Paradise ES

Teacher: Sara Tomison

Phils have a blast in opener

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Art design by Rowan KimmelGrade 1, Lampeter ES

Teacher: Shelly Morgan

Lynsey MusserGrade 5, Central Manor ESTeacher: Donna Weidman

It was a bright, shining, winter day. Snow was cascading down from the beautiful, blue sky. My friend, Samantha, and I were sitting in her living room, watching TV.

Sam’s cat, Puss, a white Alaskan Snow Cat, was sitting on the windowsill, watching the fluttering birds fly south for the winter. All of a sudden, we heard a loud “POP”! The screen window and Puss were gone!

Samantha and I ran outside to see what had happened. We saw the white

Alaskan Snow Cat lying on top of the snowman Samantha and I had built! We ran over to the big pile of snow and fur. All of a sudden, Puss’ head poked out from beneath the surface of the snowman.

At first, I thought a miniature snowman had come to life, but then I realized it was just Puss. The hat that was on our snowman was on Puss’ head, and the scarf was around his neck, too!

We quickly ran inside and gave him a warm bath. Then he lay on a warm blanket for the evening.

From then on, everyone who knows him calls him the Snow Cat.

Lauren FritzGrade 3, Bart-Colerain ESTeacher: Jenna Kreider

I love fall. You can have apple cider and rake up a bunch of leaves. When I rake up the leaves, I take off my shoes and jump in. Sometimes I get bored of wearing T-shirts and shorts. When it’s fall you can snuggle up in your turtle necks and pants. There is Halloween and you can scare anybody. You take home a million pieces of candy.

The leaves in trees turn different colors. They fall down one by one. When it’s cold and windy you can

sit in front of your fire stove and feel warm inside.

When it’s Thanksgiving you have a turkey on your plate to gobble up. Carve a pumpkin and enter it in a contest. You see and hear the geese fly south for the season. Your mother bakes you some yummy apple pies.

Your mother puts extra blankets on your bed so you’re warm and snuggly. When you’re in your bed you hear the scratching of the trees against your window. You see all the scattered trees everywhere with their vibrant colors on the leaves. You hear the rustling of the streams, waterfalls go down the rocks.

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Sophie PetersGrade 8, Centerville MSTeacher: Jennifer Axe

Have you ever wondered how you can have fun while working out? there is a way! It is called Zumba. Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance for all ages. It takes place in many different locations in the community such as gyms, fitness centers, and even schools hold zumba classes.

Fitness centers offer Zumba classes, taught by instructors. It is for all ages, from teens to senior citizens. Not only gyms, but also some schools offer Zumba classes to the students as after school activities, such as McCaskey East High School, that offers zumba class once a week. The Zumba craze seems to be popping up all over.

Zumba is an interesting style of dance, but it is used as a form of exercise. It originated in Columbia in the 1990s, by celebrity fitness instructor Beto Perez. It had been created accidentally when

Perez arrived to teach his class and realized he had forgotten his music. So, he played his favorite Latin tunes, and just went with it. From his last minute improvisation, Zumba was born.

Today, Zumba choreography includes different genres, such as hip-hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, etc. There are annual mini zumbathons locally to raise money for different causes.

Some Zumbathons have been running for more than 35 years! This revolutionary fitness program is an excellent way to mix fun and fitness. The loud Latin beats and sometimes embarrassing dance moves have motivated millions to shake it and love it. Flower & Craft

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Zumba!

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Caroline McEligotGrade 4, Hans Herr ESTeacher: Jeanne Garrett

Has a miracle ever happened to you? Well, it’s happened to me. It was at the “Dutch Apple Theatre.” I was anxious for my audition for Miracle On 34th Street. When the audition started, I met Scott, the musical director, and Lauren, the choreographer. When the audition was over, I got a call back. I was bursting with excitement! This was my big chance! I had to do my best, so I flung my voice out there. It worked. It was truly miraculous!

I had lots of adventures! I learned so much about theatre. One time, someone popped a balloon during a song. Another time, someone’s rainbow clown wig fell off on stage. Once I forgot my wig! The child wrangler, Allison, told me if that happened again, it wouldn’t matter because my hair is red and exotic! The other cast members were really nice. They always wanted to pick me up. I’m sure it’s because I’m so small.

I also learned that Miracle On 34th Street’s catch phrase is “here’s love.” so, here’s love for Miracle On 34th Street!

A miracle, not on 34th Street


Benjamin WarnerGrade 7, Landisville MSTeacher: Scott Feifer

Breast Cancer is horrible. A lesson learned especially well by Amy Warner. Over the past year Amy has fought off a particularly aggressive form of Breast Cancer. Only recently has she been declared cancer-free. When asked what she thought of the whole experience

she said, “It was definitely a struggle but also a learning journey. It made me appreciate the present because when you get scared about not having a future it makes you appreciate the present day that much more.”

Amy went through six weeks of radiation and 16 weeks of chemotherapy and is still seeing a physical therapist due to the many surgeries that took place, but for her the whole ordeal is almost at an end. Just several months and two surgeries later and Amy will be as good as new!

When asked what the hardest part of this was she replied, “The hardest part was trying to stay positive through it all. I definitely needed a lot of support.” She did get that support. From family, friends, doctors, coworkers, neighbors, etc.

Amy has battled through this massive ordeal with courage and a positive attitude. When asked what she thought now that it was almost over she said, “I’m just happy that I’ll be able to do everything I had been able to do before and I’m ready to start getting my life back on track!”

Amy Warner is a courageous woman, as well as a fantastic mom!

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Flores-GonzalezGrade 11, Lancaster Catholic HSTeacher: Christine Kennedy

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Art design by Olivia SensenigGrade K, Lancaster Mennonite-New Danville Campus

Teacher: Beth Yoder

Logan FreyGrade 9, Lampeter-Strasburg HSTeacher: Caroline Zook

A small beating heart and the potential of a newborn child stops immediately about 4,791 times every hour because of abortion. Murder some people might call it and for sure it is.

In this country, killing a pregnant woman is considered double homicide, but it is not considered homicide if someone gets an abortion and takes the life of an “unborn” child. The law just does not make sense at this topic. A human is declared dead when their brain waves stop. Hence, when ones brainwaves start, that should mean that they are alive?

Why can we not let the innocent live? An absolutely ridiculous statistic is one percent of all abortions occur

because of rape; six percent of abortions occur because of health problems by the mother or child, and 93 percent of all abortions occur because the baby is unwanted or just not convenient. This statistic shows that abortions are not usually done to save the mother’s life but because the baby is inconvenient and the parents do not want to deal with it. Why could the parents just not give the baby a chance and put it up for adoption?

Many lives can be saved if abortion is banned and those little babies’ hearts will be able to beat and beat and beat. Stop killing the innocent, just as Miss Maudie states in “To Kill A Mockingbird,” “Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us. That’s why it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”

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Breast cancer


Molly ConradGrade 8, Centerville MSTeacher: Jennifer Axe

Imagine being in the presence of one of the nation’s oldest and continuously operating historical landmarks. The chill and excitement that is swept across the audience as the fancily adorned curtains are drawn back. Located on 12 N. Prince Street in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the Fulton Opera House has been open for a total of 160 years and is still a popular form of entertainment for not only the locals, but tourists as well.

The talented actors and actresses are always busy rehearsing to be sure each audience is presented with an outstanding performance. Some shows in the past have been Alice In Wonderland, Hairspray, The Sound of Music, and many more.

Not only does the Fulton Theatre present performances, but it also holds a variety of different acting classes and events for those who are interested. The Academy of Theatre is one of the many theatrical classes hosted by the Fulton Opera House and it is welcomed to people of all age groups. It is a year-long program that helps to explain and

inform people on the different tools of theatre making and the wonders of how to creatively express yourself.

The shows performed at the Fulton Opera House are said by many to be Broadway quality at half the price.

There is always a show being formally advertised on the sign above the entrance and tickets can easily be found to claim a seat and take part in the marvelous experience at the Fulton.

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ad design by Kylie BlewGrade7, Landisville MSTeacher: Scott D. Feifer


The Fulton Opera House

The harm of your favorite food


Cliff BallantineGrade 10, Penn Manor HSTeacher: Mindy Rottmund

What are your favorite foods to eat? Doughnuts? Maybe some French fries and a burger. Even ice cream. While all of these taste good, they are filled with a dangerous product that could be affecting you in ways that you could only start to imagine. It could be slowly killing you from the inside out. You may not be concerned about it right now, but read on to find the true harm behind these foods.

Foods in today’s society are not how they used to be. Now they’re filled with salts, sugars and trans-fats. Trans-fats are found in almost every food now compared to even ten years ago. This wouldn’t be a problem if it were healthy, but sadly it is not. Trans-fats are used to help preserve foods and give them a longer shelf life compared to other preservatives. Also it’s cheaper

for the large companies who just want to make a quick dollar.

Trans-fats are harmful to every person who eats them. It will slowly clog up arteries and cause clots, diabetes, obesity, and potentially heart attacks and strokes. Now you can see the big problem with this product. Americans in their youth and in some occasions as young as 6 or 7, are seeing heart and weight problems related to an increase in Trans-fats in their diet, along with a lack of exercise.

Luckily, Americans are starting to see the problems with trans-fats and are learning to reduce the amount of trans-fats they consume. Even the government is getting involved. They are trying to get the large companies to reduce the amount of trans-fats that are added to each product.

This is what is wrong with our foods today and what people can do to change it.


Makaela J. SmithGrade 6, Blue Ball ESTeacher: Diane Henssler

Twelve years ago, six weeks before I was born, my uncle Jeremy died from Cystic Fibrosis. Jeremy was only 27 when he died. I never met my uncle, but I know I would have loved him very much. Jeremy was a very special person. He was loved by a lot of people and missed every day. Jeremy had a good heart. He liked frogs, cars, music and kids. Cystic Fibrosis took my uncle before he had a chance to hold me.

Jeremy coughed every day. He was in the hospital a lot. He was sick every day of his life. He could not play like the other kids his age. He was very smart

but he could not go to college because he was too sick.

It makes me sad to think about Uncle Jeremy. I missed out on having an awesome uncle because of an awful disease. I don’t want people to die from Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis is a terrible disease that affects the lungs. Babies are born with it every year. Thousands of people die too young. They don’t have a chance to live a full life.

I hope someday enough money can be raised to cure Cystic Fibrosis. This year I raised $250 in one day, but that is not enough. Next year I hope to raise more. People with Cystic Fibrosis are special people. They don’t live long, but their memories last for a life time.

Gone too soon


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Feature photo byWilliam Byrnes

Grade 12, HomeschoolTeacher: Kay Byrnes

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News photo byAddy Klonicki

Grade 12, Elizabethtown Area HSTeacher: Kevin Goss

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Manheim Central Graduate - Parris Island


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Grade 9, Pequea Valley HSTeacher: Tim Hess

Baseball for the Cure

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Occupy Lancaster

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Shadow of Our Heroes


Abby MilesGrade 12, Ephrata HSTeacher: Gemma Rasmus

Marie Antoinette, Leo Frank, Jesus Christ. What do these three people have in common? The fact that they were subjected to a horrendous execution in front of their communities.

This idea seems to be a thing of the past, right? Wrong. With the progress of technology, many deaths have been captured on video and surfaced onto the internet. The most recent being the death of Muammar Gaddafi.

On Oct. 20 Gaddafi, the crude leader of the Libyan Arab Republic, was captured by Libyan forces, beaten on the back of a utility vehicle, sodomized, and shot in the head. His body was then placed in a meat locker for the public to see. His death was video taped with a cell phone and made its way onto the internet.

I am fully aware of what Gaddafi has done. He has killed hundreds of Libyan people. But watching his execution on the internet and reading all the comments made me sick. The same can be seen with the death of Osama Bin Laden. The minute his death was announced, links to his “death video” were posted all over Facebook.

Although these links did turn out to be a scam, it still goes to show

that the “Golden Age of Technology” was playing a part in something that should not be made light of.

Death is something that is sacred and personal, not something that should be seen by hundreds of people. The person is a poor thief from the French Revolution or Jesus Christ, but if people are there watching the suffering of another human being it takes away from the sacredness of the person’s life. Death is something that is intensely vulnerable and relishing in someone’s pain is not right.

Public executions have been seen since the beginning of time. From the ancient Romans who fed Christians to lions in the Coliseum, to The Reign of Terror’s use of the guillotine in the French Revolution, to the lynching of African Americans in the South, to the death of Benito Mussolini. All of these circumstances involved some sort of public display.

Since these times, however, the world has made much progress with ideas of capital punishment and public executions. Since 2009 only seven countries (who still have capital punishment) have had pubic executions. 96 countries have abolished capital punishment all together and 34 countries still retain capital punishment, but have not used it for the past 10 years.

But recently, it seems as if the world has digressed. With people’s final hours caught on tape, made viral on the internet and entertaining ourselves with it, we take ourselves back to some ancient, barbaric practices.

When we watch these videos, we find ourselves making light of a serious situation where revenge is the number one thing on people’s minds.

Watching these videos and reading peoples’ comments made me think of a quote I read the days after Osama Bin Laden’s death that we should all think about.

“I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

Gage MartinGrade 12, Conestoga Valley HSTeacher: Melanie Upton

The United States of America has been heralded as a place of happiness and equality since before the Constitution was even written. In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson wrote, “All men are created equal” and have certain rights including the right to pursue happiness.

Unfortunately, our great nation is even now still failing to live up to these ideals. Currently in the United States, if a person happens to love someone of the same gender, he or she is denied the right to marry that person.

It is completely unfair and unjust to discriminate in the field of marriage. The institution of marriage is largely a legal and economic institution as far as the government is concerned. Becoming a married couple changes how taxes are done by the couple, allows a spouse

to receive the other’s work related benefits, and bestows many legal rights that otherwise would be absent.

To make some separate institution named differently that was specifically a same sex equivalent to marriage would label homosexuals as second class citizens and would be as harmful as having separate schools for children of different races.

Even if none of this seems convincing as to why same sex marriage should be just as legal as opposite sex marriage, there is one more reason that is completely infallible. It goes against the Constitution of the United States of America not to allow same sex marriage. In the 14th amendment of the Constitution all citizens are guaranteed the equal protection under the law and this clearly extends to protection under the law to the institution of marriage.

Clearly it is important to follow our nation’s guiding light as it comes to governance and legalize same sex marriage.

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Death gone viralMarriage equality and The Constitution


Maria GregoryGrade 2, Paradise ESTeacher: Brenda Fay

The first time I rode a rollercoaster I felt frightened. First, I got on. Next, it went straight down. It felt like I jumped out of a plane with no parachute! I screamed.

Then, we went straight and the tracks were broke! Then, we went backwards! It was scary but very very exciting too!

Landis Homesad design by Nikki KrahulikGrade 5, Central Manor ES

Teacher: Carol Purzycki


Make-A-Wish


Kayleigh GallagherGrade 6, Landisville ICTeacher: Debbie Wrightson

Most of us never had to consider our own death at a tender age. Kids with life-threatening medical conditions may have already given up. The kind volunteers at the Make-A-Wish Foundation think all kids should have hope. All children ages two and a half to 18 are eligible to Make a Wish!

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to kids with life-threatening medical conditions. It was founded in the U.S. with the help of many volunteers and passionate helpers, sponsors, partners and donors. It is now in 47 countries throughout the world.

David A. Williams, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish, said this about the organization, “A wish granted

has a deep, life-affirming impact on the wish child and family, creating the hope, strength and joy so greatly needed. What makes each wish even more remarkable is the power to enrich so many others’ lives, from friends, volunteers and donors to sponsors and even entire communities.”

To have their wish granted, children must be referred. Kids must have reached the age of two and a half and be under the age of 18. They must have a life-threatening medical condition and have not been granted a wish by another organization. Once they are referred, a team of enthusiastic volunteers discovers the child’s true wish with fun question games.

Although life might be grim if you were young and facing possible death, the Make-A-Wish Foundation could brighten up your life with the hope, strength and joy of a wish.

The first time I rode a rollercoaster

Street car decked out for holidays


Art design by Jason LongGrade 1, Lampeter ES

Teacher: Suzanne Anderson


Megan YoderGrade 3, Salisbury ESTeacher: Becky Marks

Rriiinnngg, rriinngg, my alarm went. It sounded like a radio switched up to the top notch! I jumped out of bed, got dressed as speedy as possible, and jumped into the car. We were off to Germany for our summer vacation.

We boarded the plane to fly over the Atlantic Ocean. It felt like a whole decade until we got there. My Opa (German for grandfather) grew up in Germany. That’s why we all went there.

A week after arriving we went to the place I had been anxious to see — Eagle’s Nest. No, it’s not really the actual nest of an eagle. It was a place

owned by a man named Adolf Hitler. The place was perched on the top of a mountain. That’s how it got its name.

We hiked up to the top of the mountain that day. And boy — did I feel “legless” when we would take a break from our hiking. I was sweaty, exhausted and grumpy. But when we finally got to the top, I saw an AWESOME view.

Trees, trees, everywhere. And I even saw small villages — even the German village my Opa grew up in. It was wonderful. Now, for the hike down!


News photo byAnna Brynes

Grade 8, HomeschoolTeacher: Kay Byrnes

Feature photo byHannah-Joy Robinson


Maple Grove Grist Mill:Partially Renovated, Partially Flooded

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Winter in October


At Eagle’s Nest


Dancing to a different beatSarah HartmanGrade 7, Locust GroveTeacher: Curry Snell

You’ve probably seen a jig, or even done one yourself, but how much do you really know about Irish Dance?

Irish Dance started in Ireland in 400 A.D. Later it moved to other countries, and now it is a type of dance in many parts of the world.

Long ago, dancemasters would go from town to town teaching the people how to dance. Today there are dance schools that teach anyone who wants to learn.

Dance has slowly evolved, and become more complex with intricate and technical moves. It continues to grow and become more difficult.

Irish dancing is a very competitive sport. Dancers can go to a competition every weekend. As dancers get better,

they can go to a regional competition called Oireachtas, then to Nationals, and after that, Worlds.

In competitions, girls and boys alike wear fancy costumes. Girls wear solo dresses, and boys wear vests; both can be customized to their liking.

Irish dancers often get asked why they keep their arms straight. Years ago, people in Ireland weren’t allowed to dance, so when people came by the window, they couldn’t tell if people were dancing, because they couldn’t see their arms moving.

Irish dance is an energizing sport unknown to many, and a way of life to many others.


Joseph AtenGrade 3 , Sacred HeartTeacher: Tom Wodarczyk

My Great Uncle Henry was born on February 3, 1920. He was 13 when my Grandpa was born, I think. Anyway here’s the story: My Grandpa and he were brothers. They used to always play pranks on their sister, Pat. They both liked school and they both got into the same amount of mischief.

But when the time came, my Great Uncle Henry went into the Army. It must have been hard for my Grandpa because he couldn’t talk to his brother for these long periods of time. It was a very long war, but he lived through it.

He also fought in the Battle of the Bulge. It was filled with huge Panzers, ground pounders, Tiger Royals, and don’t forget the anti-tank hummers.

After a couple of years the war was over, and he came home without

a scratch. He also inspired me to do something great for my country.

Leisure Lanesad design by Nicole ReddigGrade 6, Brownstown ES

Teacher:Marsha Fabian-Griffith


Bully be gone


Rushing toward deathLandis GochnauerGrade 11, Hempfield HSTeacher: Mike Pollis

Suicide. Pain. Depression. Only a few words to describe the serious subject of bullying. Over time, children in America are exposed to harassment of all kinds from other children. The number is rising. According to makebeatsnotbeatdowns.com, it is estimated that 160,000 students miss school everyday with the fear of being bullied, and that there are 123 million new victims of bullying in America each year. Has there been any attempt to stop this sometimes life changing topic?

Something has to be done. Very recently, a fan of the pop star Lady Gaga committed suicide because his classmates harassed him for his sexuality and his beliefs. This enraged Lady Gaga and even moved her to attend President Obama’s fundraiser on bullying. The singer was doing a great deal of work by meeting with Obama, who also agrees that something needs to be done.

New Jersey is attempting to eliminate bullying all together.

They have passed one of the most helpful laws to bullying victims stating that all public schools must adopt comprehensive anti-bullying policies. The anti-bullying law is expected to reduce the rate of bullying and possibly eliminate it. Is this law important enough to spread throughout the country in all 50 states?

There are many more shocking numbers associated with bullying. According to the same website, about 282,000 students are physically attacked in secondary schools. Seventy-one percent of students report bullying in their school, and according to their poll, 75 percent of school shootings have been linked to bullying. The shocking numbers keep rising.

Is there a bullying problem in America? The numbers say yes. Barack Obama believes there is a problem in America, and he believes that the youth of our nation needs to change drastically before harm is done.

Ashlee KrulockGrade 12, Lower Dauphin HSTeacher: Lena Russell

In this world there are fast cars, fast food, fast communication, and several other fast things. Throughout time there have been many new inventions. Many people don’t know how they would live without these helpful things.

Isn’t it mind boggling to comprehend that the awesome device that allows friends to chat while being anywhere in the world could also kill them?

Of course all these advancements can be so positive because they make lives easier and do things more efficiently. Although in contrast, this effectiveness has a price that happens to be priceless — lives. So many deaths can be accounted for by innovations such as cars and cell phones. It’s the

way of the life of the 21st century, but these ways need to be changed. People can use their great minds and be smart.

The most impacting technology on lives lost is the cell phone. People love cell phones; they can text and talk to anyone they want. They are a way of life in our society. A cell phone has become part of person, but also a distraction.

It has been proven that texting while driving is more distracting than being under the influence of alcohol. Therefore, why pick up the phone? It is hard to believe that one message could be worth someone’s life.

So take time to slow down and focus on one task at a time; the phone can wait. Take a pledge for loved ones not to text or talk while driving. Then, maybe people will see new technology’s advances as a benefactor on society rather than as a killer.


My Great Uncle Henry


Keith Royer, Donegal Springs ES teacher, wins Kindle

Left to right (front) Nathan Brubaker, Sydney Hamm, Rachel Fuhrman, and Kim Bailey;and (back) Keith Royer, teacher, and Zachary Leid.

As a result of his participation in the NIE Design-An-Ad and Journalism contest sponsored by the Community Services division of the Lancaster Newspapers Marketing Department and selected by random drawing from more than 100 teachers and Home School educators, Keith Royer, a 4th grade teacher at Donegal Springs Elementary School, won a Kindle, a portable e-book reader, for use in his classroom of 35 students.

Creative writing and thinking are high priorities in the class of this enthusiastic classroom teacher and AV and Technical Coordinator. Although he has been participating in the contest for three years, this is the first year that his students entered both categories.

Each student focused on the advertiser that the newspaper assigned to him or her. After a brief discussion of the directions, Mr. Royer told them that the rest was up to them. Throughout the next

two weeks, he provided specified work time for the project.

His students found their voices writing for the essay contest. Excitedly each described a different story: Rachel’s “cracking her head on the edge of a fireplace during a vacation and seeing a lot of blood;” Nathan’s new puppy, a border collie “trying to board the school bus each morning;” Zach’s realizing, “my house almost caught on fire because someone drilled into a wire in the garage;” Kim’s “driving to Maine in one car with 2 dogs, 1 brother, and 4 sisters;” and Sydney’s watching “my pet turtle of two years swimming and trying to catch his reflection.”

By using the PSSA guidelines, Mr. Royer easily fit the contest to his curriculum. A strong beginning and a lot of revisions became an integral part of each story.

Thrilled with his unexpected win, he said, “This will definitely help me to attain one of my class goals: becoming paperless by February. We have Google Docs up and running. When editing and revising, I am able to share documents with them, so they can complete that without separate paper. We do group discussions everyday using a program called TouchPebbles, and we are going to be using a document camera to help us not have to use paper with that either.”

The addition of the Kindle will help the class to read some of their favorites such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid, 39 Clues, and Nancy Drew mysteries.

Environmentally sound, thoroughly innovative, and genuinely interested in encouraging good reading and writing habits, Mr. Royer’s program illustrates that creativity and technology are good friends in the classroom.



Day at the hospital


My brother NathanGabi JordanGrade 5, New Danville Menonnite ESTeacher: Eloy Rodriguez

It was a sunny day outside, and before we walked out the door, my dad told us some bad news.

“I just got a call from your grandmother. She said your grandfather is in the hospital,” my dad said in a quiet voice. “He has cancer and pneumonia,” he said with tears in his eyes. Then I knew my grandfather wasn’t just sick; he was dying.

My happy, exciting feeling about going outside turned to great sadness. Both my siblings and I were crying as

loud as a blow horn. I wanted to run up to my mom and squeeze her as hard as I could, but I knew I couldn’t because she was already at the hospital. Since I couldn’t do that, I ran to my room and lay on my bed face down in my fuzzy, warm pillow for three hours. After I calmed down a bit, I asked my dad if we could go see my grandfather in the hospital.

As we pulled up to the giant white building, my heart sank knowing my grandfather was somewhere in there. We walked up stair after stair until we got to the door that my grandfather was right behind. He was lying there like a scared possum. My great sadness turned to supreme despair. I was sitting there like a rock thinking over and over again. “Why, why him, why me, why us?”

About five minutes later my family circled around my grandfather and prayed that he would get better soon, that he wouldn’t get any worse. Once we were done praying, I knew God was with him and would make sure that he would get better soon.

Emma MedlockGrade 4, Hans Herr ESTeacher: Beth Hendrix

A small rodent can be just about the best pet ever.

My pet rat, Flower, loves to play with people, hates other animals, and is very active.

Flower favors fabulous friends. She doesn’t appreciate being left alone at all. Flower gnaws at the skinny white bars of her cage until you give her the attention she seeks.

You should never put an animal near her. Flower took a chomp out of my harmless hamster’s ear. Flower even chewed a hole in my brother’s snow pants.

Yet another thing you should know about Flower is she can jump 1 1/2 to 3 feet high. Sometimes she has to launch herself up in the air to escape my dogs.

Flower is the world’s most needy, yet best pet!


Jordan SmithGrade 5, HomeschoolTeacher: Leslie Smith

I have a brother named Nathan, and he’s really energetic and loud. He loves to ride his dirt bike, and that’s where probably he gets his loudness from.

He also loves to play sports, and that’s where he gets his energetic-ness from.

One of the funny things about him is that he almost never wears anything that matches. For example, today he’s wearing a short-sleeved Eagles jersey with a black and gray long sleeved camouflage shirt underneath. He absolutely loves his camouflage shirts, but that’s my brother. My sports-crazy, loud , jumpy, wacko brother. I love my brother.

Fabulous Flower

Stauffers of Kissel Hill

ad design by Lynsey MusserGrade 5, Central Manor ESTeacher: Donna Weidman


Elora RubioGrade 3, Paradise ESTeacher: Eileen Ard

If I had three wishes I would have one for me, one for someone else, and one for the world.

For me I would wish to see my friend at my old school because I really, really miss her.

For someone else I would wish for Paige’s mom to feel better. She got hurt in a car accident.

For the world I would wish for everyone to have a house and clothes and a good family.

Well those are my three wishes. If you had three wishes, what would you wish for?

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ad design by Anna ByrnesGrade 8, HomeschoolTeacher: Kay Byrnes


Touching the Phillies World Series trophy

Timothy FettermanGrade 5 , Bart-Colerain ESTeacher: Greg Schmitt

The time I touched the Phillies World Series Trophy was heart stopping. It was the most amazing day of my life.

First, my mom picked me up early from school. My mom picked me up on Friday afternoon at two o’clock. When I got picked up we were doing math. My teacher named Mrs. Argve had given me some papers to do on the trip there.

Next, my mom drove us to Herr’s. We had to wait until the doors opened. When we got there I bought a bag of chips. We also went and read a thing about the Phillies history. When we got in the room we were at the end of the line.

Finally, it was our turn. When we got there someone “snapped” our picture.

We asked if any players were there. They said none were there. My mom got her camera and took a picture of us. I was looking at the trophy when the picture was taken. I had probably touched the trophy for 20 seconds.

The time I touched the Phillies World Series trophy was unrealistic! It was the most phenomenal day of my life.

Mother Nature’s trick is no treat


Art design by Broden OlingerGrade 1, Strasburg ES

Teacher: Gini Sitler


Three wishes


Alexander DominguezGrade 5, Resurrection CatholicTeacher: Kim Kramer

I am writing about my mom. I love my mom because she brought me into this world and she’s a great mom. My mom cares for me and checks on me all the time. That’s how I can tell she’s a good mom.

She always works and she says she works a lot to benefit the family. I like

spending time with her. She’s a fun mom. We go on trips and stuff like that. My mom is always there when I need her and I don’t.

When I was a baby my dad died, so my mom has been a mom and dad for 10 years. She works 2X’s harder than she should. I don’t know how she did it. So that’s why she’s special to me and I hope all moms are good parents like her.

North Museum of Natural History

& Sciencead design by Leeah Figueroa

Grade 6, New Holland ESTeacher: John Steel


10 fingers, 82 keysMelissa GrubeGrade 5, Landisville IntermediateTeacher: Jeanne McCreary

My fingers tickled along the keys. Slowly I lifted them off and bowed. My stomach loosened and the butterflies fluttered out. I had finally done it. I finished my first piano recital.

Now, I have been playing for 5 years. Recitals are a breeze. I have done so many. I couldn’t even count.

Every year my teacher puts together a Fall and a Spring recital. In the Fall recital every student plays one song on

their own, and then a duet later.Another recital that I did for the

first time was the Dorothy Sutton Performance Festival where you play two contrasting pieces for a judge, and then you take a theory test. For my first time, I was very surprised when my teacher called me and said that I got 104% on the theory test and all 4 superiors for my songs.

Piano is one of favorite hobbies, and I will always love the feeling of finally perfecting a song and knowing that a new song is just around the corner.



A special mom

Resurrection Catholic School’s big changeMarialexa ReyesGrade 6, Resurrection ESTeacher: Kim Ingram

Resurrection’s big change was a great success. RSC’s big change occurred when we changed from two buildings to one school. RCS is now together; kindergarten through eighth grade is in one place!

This is very sad, but also very good. It is sad because Saint Mary’s had a school for more than a hundred years. The principal, Brenda Weaver, thinks

it’s a great idea because siblings won’t have to be separated and teachers will have greater time to talk together.

Also RCS had some small renovations in the bathrooms, classrooms and recess yard. RCS did this because it will be on solid financial footing for the school. It’s even better because they have a buddy system, and they are now able to see each other every day in school.

I proudly know so much aout this school because I’m one of the proud students of Resurrection Catholic School.


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Fear of a country threatens global security

Astounding Autumn

Sara GamboneGrade 12, Hempfield HSTeacher: Mike Pollis

Iranian opposition toward America has grown more passionate since the conservative revival started by Ayatolla Khomeini and furthered by American aggression in the region, and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s fundamentalist regime. With “death to America” on the lips of the Iranians, it is no wonder the mystery behind Iran’s nuclear energy has stirred up such global commotion.

Strong American ties to Israel, with Russian and China’s involvement in Iran, makes the Israeli and Iranian relationship imperative to international

peace. If Iran possesses nuclear weapons, it could be a trigger similar to the murder of Archduke Ferdinand, sucking country after country into war. But this time, the cost would be much higher.

Obama said he is not ruling out the possibility of war-like activity to prevent all sites of development in the country simultaneously, ensuring no nuclear retaliation from Iran.

It would not be fair for the United Nations to apply heavy sanctions to Iran’s nuclear program. Once the great Persian Empire, the country’s pride in their nuclear program would stir up further hatred toward the West, causing an even greater threat to international

Julia KreiderGrade 5, Ephrata ISTeacher: Mandy Ulrich

What’s your favorite season? Autumn is a spectacular season for one main reason. Autumn is a spectacular season because the trees and leaves go through changes.

Obviously, the trees and leaves go through dozens of changes this season.

To save precious energy, the trees shed their leaves and leave a mess of colorful, crumbled leaves all over your backyard. The leaves aren’t green this season, but a cornucopia of colors, including red, orange, and purple.

When they topple to the jade green grass below, the ground too looks like an abstract painting. After that, angry men

rake the stunning leaves into mounds, sometimes as large as a car. Their work is interfered by children though, who lunge into the leaves, scattering them again. This is a subtle idea of what happens to the trees and leaves in fall.

What’s your favorite season? Autumn is a spectacular season because the trees and leaves go through changes. Have a great fall, folks.

Earth safe from asteroid fly-by


Art design by Jadyn TaylorGrade Kindergarten, New Danville ES

Teacher: Beth Yoder

41 days until Christmas


Art design by Katherine HelmGrade 1, Lampeter ES

Teacher: Allison Wagner


Here are the busiest airports


Art design by Hunter SilvaggioGrade 1, Locust Grove ESTeacher: Elizabeth Kennel

Dogs on duty


Art design by Mary WarnerGrade 1, Central ManorTeacher: Cora Conrad

Bedei GbalaGrade 4, Resurrection SchoolTeacher: Sylvia Buller

My mom always tells me to believe in myself and to follow my dreams. She says I can be anything I want to be, like a firefighter, police woman, mayor, or even a professional softball player. She

also tells me I could even move out of the state or the country to discover new things!

My mom is a believer in herself too. She really wants to be a social worker and so she is going to school to follow her dreams. So if you think you can’t do anything, listen to my mom and believe in yourself.

Emma KeeportGrade 3, Blue Ball ESTeacher: Lori Noyes

This is how to process a pumpkin. There are two main steps. It is very easy to do. The first step in processing a pumpkin is to wash it. When you wash the pumpkin, be sure you get all the dirt off.

Next you want to cut the pumpkin. When you are cutting the pumpkin be sure to cut off bad spots. Then remove the seeds so you can have a yummy snack later. Put the seeds into a bowl of water. Let them soak.

Next let them dry. Since you let the seeds dry, now you can eat them!

The next step is to cook the pumpkin. To cook the pumpkin put it into a bowl and add water. Put the bowl of water and pumpkin into a microwave until it is soft. Most pumpkins are in there for 10 minutes.

Then you want to scoop out some of the pumpkin. Last you want to blend the pumpkin. Be sure you cut up the flesh before you put it into the blender. Blend it until it’s not lumpy.

To process a pumpkin is very easy. There are two main steps. Processing a pumpkin is awesome.

Mom Pumpkin processing

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