Questions with teacher Chris Jones
Mr. Chris Jones
Has this school year been any different or similar to previous school years when it comes to your art classes?
Every year is different in that every group of kids is different and they all have different personalities and dynamics.
This year we changed the junior high classes’ format where seventh graders take art first semester and eighth graders take it second semester. Now we have Art 1 first semester and Art 2 second semester. The classes are now a blend of seventh and eighth graders.
Do you plan on making any changes to any of the art classes at all?
Next year we’ll be dropping the Art History classes that have been offered as a third year high school art class to a 2-dimensional class. Kids will do a lot of the same work, but we will focus more on mastering particular media and working on some specific skills and techniques.
Do you have any advice for the upcoming art students?
I urge kids to always be working and practicing. In addition, it never hurts to keep your eyes open and explore things other artists have done or are doing. There are hundreds of museums, books and websites available to look at others’ artwork. Get out there and see what other people are doing!
What is your favorite thing about teaching art?
I like seeing kids develop and explore their talents. When kids come up with a unique solution to a visual problem that they’ve created themselves, it’s really cool to see how proud they are of what they’ve accomplished.
What is your least favorite thing about teaching art?
Kids who either think they CAN’T do something, aren’t willing to try or aren’t willing to WORK to produce something of quality.
I HATE mediocrity and laziness.
If you had not have decided to go into teaching, what other career had you thought about pursuing?
I REALLY don’t know what I would have done had I not gone into teaching. I guess I may have gone into some kind of design work.
Feature by Brianna Phillips
Student Art Feature: Rachel Manship
Rachel Manship, Senior
What is the title of your favorite art piece?
Me and my cat.
What medium did you use to complete this piece?
I used water colors.
How long did it take for you to complete this piece?
It took about two weeks.
What will you be working on next?
A portrait of me and my niece.
Do you plan on pursuing a career that involves some form of art?
Yes.
If yes, what career do you want to pursue?
Taxidermy.
Feature by Brianna Phillips
Today’s Lunch
Wednesday 5/16
Lunch
Hot dog, assorted potato, or hamburger, fruit, and milk *salad bar
Wednesday’s Breakfast
Wednesday 5/16
Breakfast
Assorted breakfast, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
Graham’s summer beauty tips
With the end of the school year approaching fast, excitement is part of the atmosphere; everyone is ready for summer nights, lazy days and endless amounts of free time. Some of us are even planning vacations to Florida, and other popular destination spots. I don’t know about you guys, but when I’m faced with the prospect of leaving home for a long period of time, there is one problem that I always seem to have; what do I pack?
For a beachy, tropical place like Florida, there are a few essentials that every girl should always have on hand:
- Sunscreen, preferably something with an SPF of 15 or higher. If you have fair skin, the higher the SPF the better.
- Sunglasses are definitely a must for summer, but how do you choose the right pair? Based on your face shape, here is a list of options that should be right for you:
Heart shaped face: Sunglasses that draw attention downwards also add width to the lower part of your face. Larger styles work well for this, such as Ray-Bans or aviators. Avoid anything that sits high and wide.
Square shaped face: Oval or round frames work well at softening the strong features of your face, such as high cheekbones and a strong, prominent jaw.
Round Face Shape: For round faces, the goal should be to elongate the face and make it look thinner. Look for angular frames that add extra length and have upswept frames.
Oval Face Shape: Those with oval face shapes are the lucky ones; because they tend to have rather balanced proportions, they can pull off pretty much any style with ease.
- Perfume is a definite must for summer time, but try to find something with a tropical, light scent. Floral scents tend to be sweeter, and therefore better for winter. Scents that are more fruity will be great for the summer months.
- Who wants to put on their full face of makeup? Let’s face it; it is the summer, we have nobody to impress, and this is the time to be lazy. So, instead of reaching for your heavy, thick foundation, go for the BB cream. This product acts as a moisturizer and foundation all in one, perfecting and protecting your face all at the same time. It is light, easy, and great for the summer time.
- Last, but not least, one of the most important things to bring with you on your trip is a curling iron. When going to the beach, many girls may opt for the pony tail or messy bun, but I prefer to dress it up a little with a quick, easy and beachy style that doesn’t look overdone, but still has some texture; the beachy wave. To create this look, take a ¾ inch barrel curling iron and wrap the hair around it loosely without using the clamp, and hold it in place for about five to eight seconds. Do this in small or large sections, depending on the size of waves you want, all the way around your head. Once you’ve done this, bend over and play with your hair, separating them into loose and natural looking waves. If your hair has a hard time holding curls normally, then you may want to spray it lightly with a loose-hold hairspray, but otherwise you can just leave the waves as they are.
Blog by Alyson Graham
New scheduling techniques are a challenge
This year, there have been several changes in the way the students are scheduled for next year. The biggest change has to be the way students are put into classes for next year.
In the past, student grades 8-11 have filled out their schedules, and then the counselors put them into classes by hand. Not anymore. In the 2012- 2013 school year schedules are being figured out by computer this year rather than individually by hand.
“The way this system works is that it tries to put you into the class you want in the period you want,” said high school counselor Brandon Crowder. “This way, if too many students want a certain class and certain period, and you cannot get into that class period, it will put you in another class period that is more suitable to your schedule by creating a new class.”
This new way has disadvantages, though.
“Of course, if not enough people want that same class, we may not be able to put you in it,” said Crowder.
Many people may thing that this way is easier than the other way, but it is not.
“It has been challenging,” said Crowder. “This is new to us, and we are learning along the way.”
Hopefully this new way of scheduling students for the new school year will proof to be more efficient and helpful than the last.
Info by Emma Walker
Photo Show Recap
On Wednesday, May 2, several students involved in high school art and photography classes, had their favorite works presented for other students and visitors.
The students’ photography could be sold for different prices but the artwork was not sold. All money raised went to the student except for one dollar off every photo which went to the journalism department.
“It is a good feeling have my work presented, and when people compliment me on my work. My favorite part is talking to people about my work, and seeing what other kind of things people like to see photography of,” said sophomore Breanna Daughtery.
Students who presented artwork are as listed: seniors Alleigh Becht, Zach Bradbury, Alexa Brewster, Jeff Eads, Alexys Gillespie, Rachel Manship and Ashley Toliver. Juniors Ivy Basinger, Jonathon Cook, Breanna Daughtery, Tyler Line, Kennedy Nelson, Brianna Phillips, Taylor Samsil and Stefany Waynick. Sophomores Hannah Balsmeyer, Riley Balsmeyer, Emily Condra, Natosha Deweese, Lily Eubank, Dylan Lowe, Nikki Mitchell, Collin Patton and Meghan Richardson.
Students who presented photography are also as listed: Advanced photographers, Seniors Jerica Goodpaster and Kelsey Stouse, juniors Breanna Daughtery and Tessa England, and sophomore Morgan Babcock. The beginning photographers who participated were junior Brianna Phillips, sophomores Abbie Franklin, Chelsea Knight, Ashley Lindley, Devin Osborne and Rachael Walls, and freshmen Tressa Bartholomew, Alexis Bruner, Keisha Levi, Alyx Ross, Sierra Smetzer and Emilee Waynick.
Info by Breanna Daugherty
Congrats! (Cole, Land)
On Saturday Dylan Cole and Sean Land competed in the regional special olympic track meet. Dylan received 1st in shot putt and Dylan and Sean received 1st in the 4X100 relay and will be going to the State meet on June 1 – 3.Way to go! Keep up the hard work!!!!
Today’s Lunch
Tuesday 5/15
Lunch
Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, corn, or hamburger, fruit, and milk *salad bar
Tuesday’s Breakfast
Tuesday 5/15
Breakfast
Sausage biscuit, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
Congrats!
Congratulations to the 4×800 meter relay team of Kelsey Smith, Sierra Smetzer, Riley Balsmeyer and Kylene Baker on setting a new school 4×800 meter relay record of 10:25. Also congratulations to the 4×400 meter relay team of Jon Clark, Garrett Strange, Tanner Kameda and Channing Kameda on setting a new school and P.L.A.C. 4×400 meter relay record of 3:32.04. Both the boys and girls track teams finished 3rd at the P.L.A.C. meet. Congratulations to all track athletes and good luck this week at sectionals.
Monday’s Breakfast
Monday 5/14
Breakfast
Blueberry muffin, sausage, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
Recycling
Recycling will take place at 2:40
Today’s Lunch
Friday5/11
Lunch
Breaded chicken, tater tots, or hamburger, fruit, and milk *salad and potato bar
Friday’s Breakfast
Friday5/11
Breakfast
Cook’s choice, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
Summer Basketball…
All current 7th grade girls interested in summer basketball please stop at the office today to get information.
Baseball Game (May 15)
All volleyball players must be at the cook-out on May 15 at the Springs Valley baseball game. Each player is asked to bake two dozen cookies to put in the meals. Players can turn these in to Coach Neukam on Monday or Tuesday. Please come out and support our Rams on Tuesday, May 15 at the baseball game.
Thursday’s Breakfast
Thursday 5/10
Breakfast
Scrambled eggs, bacon, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
Today’s Lunch
Wednesday 5/9
Lunch
Chicken Fajati with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, corn, or hamburger, fruit, and milk *salad bar
Wednesday’s Breakfast
Wednesday 5/9
Breakfast
Cinnamon roll, or cereal, graham crackers, fruit, yogurt, juice, and milk
NHS
The NHS dinner will be held at El Compadre tomorrow evening -5:30
