HTHNC students participated in the annual Advisory Olympics. Advisories showed their spirit in costumes and joined in fun games from Tug of War to Crazy Waiters. Enjoy some photos of this exciting event! Written by Xochitl Aguinaga
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High Tech High North County’s Science Olympiad team attended its first competition in February. Although they did not leave with any awards, they left with knowledge in their brains and team spirit in their hearts to return to compete with hundreds of other passionate high schoolers next February. High schools from all around San Diego County gathered together to solve math and science based questions about each science. Topics included climate change, the reproductive and immune system, forensics, and analysis of the population growth. Other topics had students building miniature Rube Goldbergs and miniature airplanes, a bungee drop, and solving technical problems. Despite the competition between the different schools, students had a great time playing games and joking around with teachers. All in all, your fellow Raptors did this “For the love of Nerds.” Thank you to those of you who stayed with the club while it was still getting on its feet and those who were passionate enough to start preparing four weeks before the competition as well as the club’s supportive teachers who took time out of their busy schedules and spent their Saturday at a ten hour competition and kept the team spirit high with their jokes. If you are interested in joining the Science Olympiad team, please contact either Leily Rezvani at [email protected] or Mr. Schwarz at [email protected]. Written by Leily Rezvani
Did you make a new year’s resolution for the new year? The Raptor Report did: to make a “Second Semester Resolution” article! We put together these interviews to showcase student opinions and views about high tech high in a constructive way, and hopefully make a positive change in the community. Leily Rezvani 9th grade What changes do you want to see in your classes next semester? I am hoping to see more content taught next semester and more guidance with the work. I understand they have large class sizes, however I believe it is crucial that we are guided towards our path to success. What advice do you have for other students for doing well 2nd semester? Constantly check your grades, and be on top of your work even if it’s late. A 50% is better than a zero, so don’t give up. Really, just talk to your teachers; they’re interesting! What's YOUR goal for the semester? To learn more. To constantly learn, challenge myself, and not be too stressed out. To challenge myself by going above and beyond, and of course, keeping my grades up. Time management! John McAndrew 10th Grade What changes do you want to see in HTHNC this semester? Personally I would love to see more music, I know people bring guitars and other instruments but I would love to see small concerts or gatherings of musicians. What advice do you have for other students for doing well 2nd semester? If I were to give advice I would probably say something along the lines of, take as many notes as you can. You’re probably thinking “But, I already take notes?” Well, are they good notes? Are they detailed? Are they legible? What's YOUR goal for the semester? My main goal for second semester is keep a stable grade in all classes (math? Well…Lets not go there) I have all A’s right now and I’m doing my best to keep them. Allison Hopkins 10th Grade What changes do you want to see in HTHNC this semester? I hope to see the school more connected throughout the grades. So far this year we have not had as many school wide events or ways for all grades to connect as much as we have in the past. Other schools have a football team or such things that everyone can rally around and it is harder for our school to have aspects like this but it would be nice to find more, that all students would enjoy. What advice do you have for other students for doing well 2nd semester? To not let the nearing end of the year get to them, to keep up their grades, and do work they will be proud. Also to try and remain positive in class, events, etc. even if you are in the mindset where you can't wait for break/summer everything will go fast and be more pleasant if you try to be positive and enjoy what you are doing. What's YOUR goal for the semester? To do the best I can in my classes and get an internship that I enjoy/look forward to. Ellie Holtaway 12th Grade What changes do you want to see in HTHNC this semester? I know that they’ve been working on improving the math programs, and they’re headed in the right direction, but I feel like there’s still room for growth in that area. I know that our school is project based, which makes math particularly difficult to incorporate into our curriculum, but it is very important and should be treated as such. What advice do you have for other students for doing well 2nd semester? Stay organized. Organization is very important because it’s way easier to practice good study habits when you know where all your assignments are. Practice self motivation because challenging yourself is the only way to grow as a student. Learn the importance of teamwork because your ideas are important and worth sharing. What's YOUR goal for the semester? My goal is to prepare myself for college by challenging myself and learning basic study habits that will help me keep up with a more challenging curriculum in a new environment. Thank you to the students who participated in this interview. If you would like to be featured in the Raptor Report, please shoot us an email at [email protected] with a brief description of yourself and what you’d like to be interviewed about. If you have something to say, the Raptor Report will help you say it. Written by Kirsten Zornado and Sarah Olson
Did you buy tickets to the Winer Formal? Yes? If, by some miracle, you didn't, get them fast, because they're almost all sold out! If you or any of your friends got a cool Winter Formal ask, send a photo to the the Raptor report team at [email protected]. You'll have a chance to be in our next issue!
Based on outcry from an article that I posted on December 15, 2014, I have decided to retract a portion of an article from the Raptor Report official website. Included in an article titled “Exhibition Madness!”, was a song that I later deemed inappropriate for students, parents, teachers, and the community to see. I am sorry to anyone that was upset by my decision to post this, and hope will accept my apology as I take it down. In the future, the Raptor Report plans to follow a more rigorous editorial process before anything is posted to the public. Written by Erina Chavez
Super Hero Day: Monday December 8thMonday was a blast. Students rocked superhero gear from t-shirts to sweatpants to complete outfits with capes. It was a super start to spirit week! Crazy Socks/Hair Day: Tuesday December 9thCrazy Socks/Hair Day was a great way for students to show off their wacky socks and creative hair styles. Who wouldn't have crazy socks on their wish list after this day?! Nerd Day: Wednesday December 10thWhat does it mean to be a nerd? There was a bit of controversy on Wednesday as students discussed the difference between nerdy, dorky, and preppy. Regardless, tons of students got in the spirit and dressed up as their own interpretation of "nerd"! What a stupendous day! Disney Day: Thursday December 11thNothing like a Disney Day to keep the spirit going throughout the week! Students dawned mickey ears, t-shirts, and some even cosplayed Disney characters! Any Holi-Day: Friday December 12thEveryone was filled with holiday spirit on our final spirit day of the year. Dressed in ugly sweaters, onesies, and christmas hats. But did you see some of the other holidays represented? We even spotted a Dia De Los Muertos costume! Written by Malia Mendiola
Photos by Cori Strell Look out world, HTHNC's 2014 exhibition is well under way! There are so many exciting projects happening in every corner of the school. This is the time for our school to really shine. Unfortunately, this is also known as the time of year for stress. There should be a school wide warning: "Beware. Stress and moodiness have been known to occur." If you've caught "exhibition madness," take a deep breath! Be glad that most of us don't have finals and remember this is fun! The creativity and freedom allow us to create exhibitions to be truly proud of. On exhibition night, you could enter a mathemagical wonderland through a teleporter or experience original plays, written and performed by ninth graders. You could stop by the nutrition fair, where I've heard there will be a teacher dunking tank. Get carried away by the 10th grade watershed project or learn how to filter drinkable water in the senior wing. There's a fractal exhibit and one involving the Brookedale retirement home and its residents. High Tech High is even recording and producing hit singles on the Chavez/Gallagher team.This is just a taste of the many exhibitions in progress. During breaks, take the time to go exploring and see what amazing products everyone is creating. You'll be surprised at what you find! Mood Music for Exhibition For when you're stressed... Not getting along with your group members? Your ideas fell apart (literally)? or just having a rough day? Take a breather with this playlist! ... For when you're unmotivated... The day just never seems to end? Ready to curl up and take a nap? Try listening to this playlist to boost your spirits! ... Written by Malia Mendiola, Erina Chavez, & Xochitl Aguinaga
Photos by Elena Cohen, & Cori Strell Did you make it to the seminar about North Korea by LiNK (Liberty in North Korea)? LiNK Nomads (representatives) came to the school to inform us about the North Korean people’s struggle in getting out of the country’s oppressive government. To date, they have helped over 300 North Korean refugees reach freedom and thrive in their resettlement. If you see anyone from Model United Nations (MUN), give a big “thank you” for setting the talk up! If you're interested and couldn’t make it to the seminar, visit libertyinnorthkorea.com! Written by Kirsten Zornado
(Left to Right) Halee Robinson, Leezly Aguilar, Andrew Schwartz, Marita Bos, Nathan Tomczak, Elise Olive, Sarah Hardin, Daniela Garcia, Faris Livingston, Serina Chavez, Jared Davis, Sol Manuel Garza, Morgan Post, Talia Towe, Peter Fisher, Tailani Williams This past weekend, The House on Mango Street opened it’s doors to the public. Now before you ask me where Mango Street is, The House on Mango Street isn’t a house at all. Confused? That’s because it’s a play! Still confused? Let me back up. Over the past 2 months, Ms. Carol Cabrera (9th grade Humanities) has been orchestrating a group of talented HTHNC students to put on a play titled The House on Mango Street. This play is based off of a popular story written by Sandra Cisneros. “It’s a harsh coming-of-age story” shares lead character Daniela Garcia. Daniela plays a young Esperanza, as an older Esperanza (portrayed by Sarah Hardin) narrates her story. The older Esperanza looks back on her childhood with nostalgia, regret, and pain, as she journals her memories. Some of which include, making friends, losing friends, watching relatives die, and being raped. “It’s about breaking out, and facing the situations you had no control over” states Sarah. The interesting theme of this play, had an interesting set-up to match. What I first noticed when arriving at the “theatre” was that it wasn’t a theatre at all. The play was hosted inside of a warehouse and completely constructed by those involved in this production. The ingenuity that went into the design of this play was very impressive. The stage had raised platforms, a separate balcony, and sectioned off, dual purpose, curtains. “My student stage manager and I were not having much luck booking a standard theatre, so we were invited to check out this warehouse” says Ms. Cabrera. “After touring it, I basically said, Challenge Accepted.” The House on Mango Street was unique, inspiring, and powerful. The team of actors and stagehands all performed beautifully under the guidance of Ms. Cabrera. I can’t wait till the spring musical! Written by Erina Chavez
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