A hit without a bang
Michael Tacchella, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
Imagine being a music artist who is able to produce one major hit, only to fall off the charts after the hype dies down. The 80’s and 90’s were notorious for one hit wonders such as “Rapper’s Delight” by the Sugar Hill Gang or “Whip It” by Devo. These songs are considered classics but many... Read more »
It’s SAT time
Dana McCall, News Editor
April 4, 2012
SAT. These three letters bring on a flurry of emotion in the average high school junior. Dread, apprehension, pressure, and long hours of studying are often associated with the exam most popularly connected with college applications. With spring soon arriving on campus, Moreau’s juniors have begun... Read more »
War never wins
Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
April 4, 2012
For many, military force is a scary reality. But for most of us in the United States we can only imagine what if would be like for soldiers from another country to invade our homeland. It’s been a tactic used throughout history, from Spanish colonization to the war in Iraq. Although a brilliant means... Read more »
Lenten Promises
Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
April 4, 2012
Lent is a time of waiting. A period of forty days we patiently wait out so we can enjoy having our meat again. And for us – being at a Catholic school – it’s our official countdown to Spring Break. During Lent, we are asked to sacrifice the things that we love or enjoy having in order to... Read more »
Must read’s and see’s
Kathy Parra, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
Confucius said, “You cannot open a book without learning something.” In high school, teenagers rarely read any book they aren’t assigned in class. Often times, teens complain that these assigned books are boring. Here is a list of some novels and movies every student should read and watch. The... Read more »
Pop culture addictions – do celebrities dictate our lives
Jatin Kumar, Staff Writer
October 6, 2011
I’m addicted and I just can’t get enough. Lady Gaga, Justin Beiber, Charlie Sheen, Kate Middleton. Typical names in the average American household. What about, Pete Stark, James K. Polk, Galileo, or even Barbara Boxer? Who are these people? Ladies and gentlemen, when was the last time you read the... Read more »
Tumblr: is it worth it?
Anton Cardenas, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011
The farther they scroll down the page, the farther they escape from reality. This was my observation in Java class one day as I looked up and saw the screens of my classmates. Some were on Powerschool, some were on Facebook, but about 90% of my classmates were on the exclusive Tumblr.com. For those who... Read more »
Today’s Disney: What’s the point of their story?
Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011
Remember when Raven taught us beauty comes in all shapes and sizes after trying to lose weight to model a dress she designed? Or Lizzie McGuire’s best friend Miranda began to skip meals and developed an eating disorder because she saw herself as overweight? But does anyone remember what the... Read more »
Teen Changes
Ashley Berry, Staff Writer
October 6, 2011
Parents just don’t understand. Teens from every generation lament that their parents might as well have grown up in another universe. The teens of today, however, might not be too off when thinking this. This generation has grown up with tons of new technology and temptations. These changes in our... Read more »
From 5 to 25
Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011
The bathroom counters are stocked like a department store’s beauty section. She looks in the mirror one last time, making sure her appearance is at its utmost perfection. Her curls bounce in every direction she moves, her already ageless skin glows in the light, and a sparkling gown swallows her small... Read more »