Flipped classes change the way students learn
April 4, 2012
Over the past five years, Moreau’s laptop program has helped students and teachers bring themselves into the twenty-first century. But a few teachers take this use of technology to the next level, changing the way that students learn material. Science teacher Joanne Couling and Social Studies chair... Read more »
Read-a-thon
Jaipal Kaur, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
For many people the school library is a place to go to get projects done, catch up on homework, or to just find a good book. But on February 10, the Moreau Catholic library will be hosting its annual read-a-thon, where they promote reading and competition, all to help a good cause. “We wanted to... Read more »
Stop inaccuracy 2012
Michael Tacchella, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
A viral video that has reached over 70 million hits has exposed a brutal tyrant who has presented himself as a problem for Ugandans. Or at least, had presented itself. The video I speak of is the Kony 2012 propaganda video, in which the foundation Invisible Children explains how a war criminal named... Read more »
My Precious Greenbacks: As Gas Prices Rise, Politicians Point Fingers
Seth Borneman
April 4, 2012
Spring marks more than the beginning of blossoming trees and warm weather. With the arrival of spring comes an increase in travel and subsequently our cost at the pump. A combination of disagreements over the past months, concerning both Iranian and Canadian policies, have led to a huge increase in gas... Read more »
Funding more than hopes and dreams
Kaitlyn Carscadden, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
Moreau strives to provide a quality education at an affordable price for the Mariner community. In the past, Moreau has always been an advocate of need-based grants to their students. But in the last four years, the average annual figure has doubled. This year alone, Moreau granted in excess of 1.4 million... Read more »
Career Day
Jaipal Kaur
April 4, 2012
Some of us might know exactly what it is we want to do when we get to college, but for others we might not have the slightest clue. Moreau held its second Career Day on February 17, informing students on different paths they can take after they’ve completed high school. Career Day lets alumni share... Read more »
New classes for 2012-2013
Dana McCall, News Editor
April 4, 2012
Choosing classes a couple weeks ago, you probably noticed a few unfamiliar courses on your PowerSchool list. Each new offering represents a meticulous approval process for teachers and administrators. “Every year we have about three or four new courses that come online,” Assistant Principal of Instruction... Read more »
WASC visit a success
Dana McCall, News Editor
April 4, 2012
Modern language teacher Henny Chen displays her Smart Board. Modern language teacher Henny Chen displays her Smart Board. Every two years, we have the Olympics. Every four years, we have a presidential election. And every six years, we have WASC. A team of six people from the Western Association of Schools... Read more »
Importance of Fundraising
Jaipal Kaur
April 4, 2012
Throughout every school year, Moreau Catholic holds an array of fundraisers, for a variety of causes. The Office of Institutional Advancement, located on the third floor, oversees many of these functions.Simply, fundraising is essential to keep our school up and running.“Moreau needs to fundraise because... Read more »
St. Felicitas Culture Day 2012
Elise Reyes, Sports Editor
April 4, 2012
Moreau Catholic’s Filipino Club, Indian Club, and Nuestra Gente Club performed at St. Felicitas for their second annual Culture Day on Thursday, March 15. Led by Assistant Principal of Student Life Katie Teekell, the Mariner clubs showcased cultural dances for the students of St. Felicitas. “While... Read more »