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The Bentley BulletinMay 26, 2017

In This Issue: ● Feature article

about MCT Play● Debate Section

Discussing Standardized Testing

● Quick and Easy Recipes

● Canadian and International Politics

● Crossword and Trivia

● Local and National Sports

● Editorial Discussing Stigma Against ATV Use

● How-To: Make Your Home More Environmentally Clean

Trivia

International SportsKyle GerritsThe Bentley Bulletin

Across1. Free labour for experience2. Bending 4. New6. Blackmail 7. Medieval siege weapon9. Section of a fish’ tail

Down1. Seek to please3. Important 5. Indentation 8. Mirror 10. Volcanic11. Part of a barn, good for jumping12. Goddess of peace13. Brush off

1. Who wrote the book Little Women? 2. Who directed the film Jurassic

Park? 3. What major river flows through

London, England? 4. A triangle with an angle greater than

90 degrees is known as what? 5. What movie about a pig was

nominated for an academy award? 6. What is the name of the late Elvis

Presley’s estate?

Bentley School Students Steal the ShowKelsey VigThe Bentley Bulletin

On Saturday, May 13, 2017, students at Bentley School performed the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Treasure Island. The auditions were held on Monday, May 8, 2017, followed by intensive, after school rehearsals before the show on Saturday afternoon.

Missoula Children’s Theatre is an organization for the performing arts that is based out of Missoula, Montana. They have hosted more than 1.3 million guests since opening the doors of their own theatre in 1998, but the Missoula Children’s Theatre has a group of tour staff that are sent out in pairs across the globe. These pairs create casts, rehearse intensively, and produce shows in various communities around the world every week. As well as home shows and touring staff, MCT offers various performing arts camps for people of all ages to attend in Missoula, Montana. These camps work to expand the performing arts skills and knowledge of their young actors. The MCT tour staff works with approximately 165,000 kids across the globe every year. This organization has had an incredible impact worldwide; MCT brings the arts to all 50 states, 5 Canadian Provinces and 16 countries. One of the main goals of MCT is to overcome any cultural, financial, or language barriers and transform lives by actively engaging people of all ages and backgrounds in the arts. MCT fosters creativity and enhances innate capabilities in individuals all over the world by providing access to community-driven performing arts experiences. They desire to reach the small communities that have few resources so that they can provide that creative outlet for children. MCT strives to help children grow into confident, successful people through the positive results of their programs. They dream of sharing their knowledge of how to develop life skills through the arts as far and as wide as possible.

Missoula Children’s Theatre has been coming to Bentley for the past 27 years. This year’s show was a success and was thoroughly enjoyed by the community and the small cast of approximately 35 students. The play took place in the 1700’s and followed a storyline of a boy living in England with his mother and sisters. The family members were very hard workers who ran an Inn in a small community. The boy came across a treasure map and travelled across the sea with pirates to claim the prize. Along the adventure, the characters learned lessons of friendship and teamwork.

MCT believes that all kids, regardless of where they’re from or who they are, have one thing in common: a desire for opportunities to express themselves, learn and have fun doing it. That’s where Missoula Children’s Theatre steps in.

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Penguins Dramatic Game 7 Win Propels them to a date in the Finals with the Predators As the NHL playoffs near their end, we now know the finals. A battle between a Cinderella and the reigning champs, as Nashville and Pittsburgh will do battle in the final. Pittsburgh reached the final after defeating the Ottawa Senators in double overtime, as Chris Kunitz buried his 2nd of the night to lead the pens to the finals. The Penguins faced several top notch teams to reach the finals, as they defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Presidents trophy winning Washington Capitals as well as the Senators. Meanwhile, the predators had an eventful journey, as they were the 16th seed which resulted in them never having home ice advantage in a series. Despite this disadvantage they upset the dominant Chicago Blackhawks in 4 games, and defeated the St. Louis Blues and Anaheim Ducks in 6. This will be the preds first finals in franchise history, while the pens will hope to become the 1st team to repeat in the salary cap era.

Other Headlines -Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Boston Celtics to advance to the NBA finals against the Golden State Warriors. -The Toronto Blue Jays will get some help as both Josh Donaldson and Troy Tulowitzki will come off the DL. -Kyle Lowry has officially opted out of his contract, and will be a free agent this offseason. -David Price will make his season debut against the White Sox on Monday after dealing with elbow issues.

Featured RecipeBy Kelsey Vig

The Bentley Bulletin

Citizen’s 2 CentsZoë Lorenz-Boser and Kyle GerritsThe Bentley Bulletin

It’s the time of year where Provincial Achievement Tests are being written around Bentley school. The purpose and effectiveness of standardized tests, such as PATs, have been questioned recently. Do PATs disregard students who are have trouble with testing? Do they make recalling facts a bigger priority than understanding concepts? Citizens of Bentley were asked, “Is the use of standardized testing improving Alberta’s education system?”

“I’d just rather have a final exam than standardized testing. They are way less stressful and easier to get through. If you have a nice teacher, you might even have two exams and they’ll take the better of the two marks. I also hate how restrictive they are, so they aren’t suited to all students. So yeah, I don’t like standardized tests.”-Kayde Budgell, student

“I think that if they are designed the right way, standardized tests can serve a useful purpose. But it all depends on the design, as multiple choice isn’t always the most effective strategy.”-Travis Wessner, teacher

“I think they are a good idea, as it provides a standard for all of the kids around Alberta. It’s also better than having teachers creating different tests that could influence marks. They may not be fun for students, but they are necessary.” -Cade Gerrits, student

Stigma Against ATV Use: What’s the Real Issue? Zoë Lorenz-BoserThe Bentley Bulletin

Recently, ATV users across Alberta have been facing trail closures and extreme criticism from environmentalists and government members. As a dirtbiker who has used these trails my whole life, I believe the stigma against ATV usage is mostly incorrect and unfounded. The government should not be shutting down trails; the stigma against quadding is mostly false, there are much bigger issues to focus on, and it will only worsen the damage of our wilderness. I believe that there are much simpler solutions that could benefit ATV users, the government, and the environment alike.

Throughout the years, I have argued with many people about their misunderstanding about ATV use. One of them is that ATVs cause erosion on the trails. This may be true, but I think that trucks and large side by sides are the primary culprits of erosion. I am in support of ATVs remaining on the trails, but I believe that trucks and large side by sides can cause unneeded damage to trails. That being said, I do not understand why erosion of trails is so harmful. It is a 2 meter wide trail going through thousands of square kilometres of wilderness. Is it impacting the ecosystem that much? Rain and water cause hundreds of times more erosion than quadding does. Another argument is that ATVs cause noise pollution that harms the animals and ecosystem. I’ve ridden by over fifty animals when dirtbiking and they simply stand and watch me go by. As far as I can tell, I am in no way disrupting their survival or way of life. I believe ATV trails even benefit wildlife in some cases. They create paths through the wilderness that animals can travel on to get to various food sources or breeding grounds. Various sources are claiming that quadding affects the drinking water due to tires spinning in rivers. I believe that this fact is false. When we cross rivers, our tires are going over large river rocks. I am failing to see how this is different from an animal crossing the river, or even a large rainstorm when debris is washed into the river. If we crossed rivers where there are dirt bottoms, we would most likely flood our ATVs. The above reasons are simply misunderstandings that can be clarified with better research and communication between ATV users and the government of Alberta.

Even if ATV use causes measurable damage on the environment, it is undoubtedly the lesser of two evils. Countless times I have seen a beautiful area be destroyed by logging. My question is: why are the environmentalists targeting ATV users when loggers are obviously causing considerably more damage? A quadding trail is only affecting a small path through the expansive wilderness, but logging affecting thousands of square kilometres of land. Quadding may be slightly impacting the wildlife, but logging is destroying entire ecosystems, leaving animals homeless with no food or way to survive. It plows through land, leaving only dead stumps and wreckage behind, and huge logging roads five times the width of quad trails.

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Oven Baked Zucchini Chips

Ingredients:

● 1 (large) zucchini, cut into 1/8" - 1/4" slices● 1/3 cup whole grain breadcrumbs, optional Panko ● 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese, reduced fat● 1/4 teaspoon black pepper● Kosher or sea salt to taste● 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder● 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper● 3 tablespoons low-fat milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.2. Combine in a small mixing bowl, bread crumbs,

parmesan cheese, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Dip zucchini slices into milk and dredge into bread crumbs to coat both sides. Note: It may be necessary to press crumbs onto zucchini slices to ensure the crumbs stick.

3. Arrange zucchini on a non-stick cookie sheet and lightly mist with a non-stick cooking spray.

4. If using a rack, place rack on a cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes, turn over and continue baking until golden, approximately 10-15 minutes (being careful not to burn). Allow to cool to room temperature before storing in an airtight container.

Tip: Zucchini Chips will continue to get crispier while cooling

I took the photo on the left about a week ago when dirtbiking at Horberg, which is just a short distance from Rocky Mountain House. I believe it is a perfect representation of my point; (in the photo on the left) on the right we have a nice, smooth quad trail following along the top of a valley. It’s simply a trail through the woods, causing minimal harm/damage. On the left side of the photo we have logging. This area was recently logged, but the quad trail was left alone because of its close proximity to the valley. The expanse of wilderness destroyed by logging is completely demolished. I believe it is worth noting that the area shown in the picture on the left is a well-known lookout spot. It is lookout over the beautiful river valley (shown right). My father has been coming to see this view since he was a kid, and now he brings his kids out here. This family lookout is now ruined by the barren expanse behind the trail. Why is ATV usage being attacked when there is obviously a much bigger problem? *PLEASE SEE PAGE 4 TO CONTINUE READING THIS ISSUE'S EDITORIAL*

International Politics Canadian Politics

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How To Make Your Home More Environmentally FriendlyZoë Lorenz-BoserThe Bentley Bulletin

Making your home more environmentally friendly won’t only be better for the environment, but could also save you money. Here are some simple steps to improve your family’s carbon footprint.

1. Find an energy calculator to calculate your current usage. From there, set goals and make small changes to lessen your energy usage. 2. Don’t just turn off-unplug. Most electronic devices use power even when they’re turned off. To solve this problem, unplug electronics or turn off

power bars. 3. Replace old lightbulbs. Old light bulbs waste up to 90% of their energy as heat. CFLs and LEDs can drastically save energy. 4. Compost Kitchen Scraps. A tupperware container, dirt, and some red worms are all you need to create a compost. It is completely low maintenance

and saves trash space. It also creates great soil for gardening. 5. Wash laundry in cold water. 90% of the energy used when doing laundry is used to heat up the water. Washing laundry in cold water still gets the

clothes clean, and saves a lot of energy. 6. Turn off the tap whenever possible. 7. Run ceiling fans instead of air conditioners. Air conditioners use up to 36 times the amount of energy as ceiling fans. 8. Use solar powered outdoor lights. This won’t use energy and is completely low maintenance. 9. Plant trees. Shade trees can the reduce the amount of energy needed to cool your home in the summer.

Hon. Rona Ambrose to Leave Federal PoliticsAustin SieboldThe Bentley Bulletin

On Tuesday the 19th, interim leader of the Conservative Party, Rona Ambrose, announced that she will be resigning from her seat in the House of Commons. She will be leaving in June, after a 13 year career, which included roles as Minister of: Health; Labour; Environment; Intergovernmental Affairs; and Status of Women.

The next steps in her career will be joining the Wilson Center’s Canada Institute in Washington and writing a children’s book about the International Day of the Girl, which she lobbied for in front of the United Nations in 2011. She also plans to spend more time with her spouse and children.

Leaders from all parties sang her praises on Tuesday night, honouring her commitment to the Conservatives and, most importantly, Canada.

Conservative House Leader, Candice Bergen delivered a speech noting, “Our interim leader has always had a heart to help those that are less fortunate, she is someone who cares deeply about justice and mercy and her work on so many files in this regard is a testament to her undying dedication to justice being served, but being served in a compassionate way, especially for victims who are too often forgotten.”

NDP Leader, Tom Mulcair told of the unanimous support for Ambrose’s Bill C-337, which required judges to be trained in sexual assault law and added “She will be missed as an MP and as a great leader of the Conservative Party — my personal favourite for the record”

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke to her hard work as official opposition and her winning of the award for the hardest working MP. He also stated,"I hope she knows that thanks to the leadership she has shown here she is leaving this House a much better place.”

South Korea Election ResultsAustin SieboldThe Bentley Bulletin

Democratic Party leader, Moon Jae-in, won the presidency with a little over 41% of the popular vote at the age of 64. He assumed office mere hours after being elected on May 9th and has announced his plans for changing the course of South Korea’s leadership.

“I will be a president for all the people,” Mr. Moon announced after his victory was unofficially called.

He hopes to engage with North Korea to diffuse conflicts bs opposes heavy US military involvement with Pyongyang.

This stance is a decisive step away from his more conservative predecessors, especially that of recently impeached Park Geun-hye.

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CROSSWORD ANSWERSDownd 1. Appease 3. Priority 5. Notch 8. Imitate 10. Eruptive 11. Hayloft 12. Pax 13. Snub

Across1. Apprenticeship2. Pliable 4. Afresh 6. Extort 7. Catapult 9. Tailfin

TRIVIA ANSWERS1.Louisa May Alcott2.Steven Spielberg3.Thames River4.Obtuse Angle5.Babe6.Graceland

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I believe that there are several solutions to lessen the damage ATV usage is having on the environment that do not involve complete trail closures. I believe that part of the problem could be the ATV users themselves. As a group, we need to start respecting posted signage, picking up any garbage we see on the trails, not veering from the trail, respecting wildlife, avoiding unnecessary damage, and abiding by the rules and laws of the area. By making these easy changes, we can improve the government’s, fellow ATV users’, and the public's impressions on quadding and how they treat the wilderness. Countless times I have come across garbage and used parts on the trail; all a person needs to do is stop and pick up the litter. Another solution could be more compliance between ATV users and groups, and the Alberta government. For example, Bighorn Dam, a popular regulated ATV area, should be an exemplar for how other ATV areas should run. Each trail is sponsored by an ATV group or family, entailing that they maintain and regulate the trail. If any part of the trail is starting to erode, they fix it or build alternative paths to prevent further damage. A lot of the creek or river crossings are bridged to prevent water contamination. Also, if a mudhole is too deep or damaged, alternative trails are built. Shutting down ATV areas will only cause the problem to get worse. The most damaged areas are the most overrun; therefore, shutting down more areas will only cause more traffic to the ones that are left, increasing the damage. A large-scale fix could be a total revamp of how ATV areas are currently run. I believe that there should be more designated ATV areas, called PLUZ (Public Land Use Zones). This will decrease overall traffic to the existing PLUZ. In these designated areas, each trail should be maintenanced by a group of ATV activists or a family that wants to fertilize the growth of ATV usage. Trails should be monitored closely on busy weekends such as May long weekend, and conservation officers should check more people for registration and insurance, and hand out fines for littering, veering off the trail, or damaging installed signage. Each Public Land Use Zone should need a “tag.” People must buy passes to a PLUZ for a price. For example, if I wanted to ride for the year of 2017 in the Ghost Public Land Use Zone, I would have to buy a Ghost PLUZ pass, similar to Banff national park passes. The money made by the government from these passes could be used to upkeep the trails, sponsor ATV groups to maintenance the trails, hire more conservation officers to check for passes, ATV registration; and to fine delinquent trail users. I believe that switching to a plan like this could make money from the recreational use of ATVs, and eliminate any negative damage that ATVs contribute to the environment. ATVs have been helping families create memories for generations; we as ATV users need to counter any effort to ruin that for our generation, as well as the generations after us.

Local Sports SpotlightKyle Gerrits The Bentley Bulletin

High School Zones see Bentley Athlete Advance Local schools met at Stettler o run, jump, and throw to advance to provincials in Edmonton , were the top 2 finishers will move on too. Zoë Lorenz- Booser was the only Bentley athlete to advance, as she finished 2nd in the 100. She also finished 3rd in the 400 and finished 5th in the 200. She also was a member of the girls 4x100, along with Keely Park, Taylor Brammal, and a girl from alix. Bentley had three other athletes competing, as Kyle Gerrits got 7th in the 400, Reese Pollitt got 6th in the , and Breanne Bickford got 5th in triple jump and 6th in javelin.

Woody's Marathon a SuccessJason Hazlett

On April 21, The Bentley Bulletin featured an article about the history of the Woody’s Marathon and how the town of Bentley contributes to it. The 19th Annual Woody’s Marathon took place on May 21 and here is a follow up to Bentley’s contribution:

Thanks to the many volunteers from Bentley that helped make the 19th edition of Woody's Marathon a fantastic event. The weather for the set up on Saturday was equally as nice, as the actual race on Sunday.

The graduates this year were in charge of the set up on the grounds of Lindsay Thurber on the Saturday of the Victoria Day Long Weekend. The worked very efficiently, under the direction of Ashley Cumming, putting up tents and taking various supplies to each of the areas. Usually the setup takes about 3 hours, but they finished in about half that time. The take down on Sunday was equally efficient as the committee of Woody’s was very impressed how good of a job they did.

The race itself had plenty of Bentley volunteers as well; Teryn Heagy did a fantastic job of the mid point of the marathon as she instructed runners to cross a timing mat. We had the grade 10’s and 11’s working an Aid Station at the 15k point of the Half/Marathon course. This busy station was filled with excitement as the students cheered the runners to complete their goals.

A special congratulations goes out to Grade 1 teacher Myrna Robinson who completed a half marathon. I chatted with Myrna after the race and she talked about how great the volunteers were in keeping her inspired.

Great to see how this big event that attracts over 1500 runners, with about 5000 spectators, is supported by the Town of Bentley!

Next week, Thursday, June 1, we will release an announcement regarding the dates of the final issues of the Bentley Bulletin, expressing our thanks for the

people that made this newspaper possible, and closing remarks

from The Bentley Bulletin Team.