Winter Break is considered a time to relax and get away from school. Bryan Villanueva, a freshman at South East High School describes his winter break experience.
As soon as the bell rang at SEHS on December 18 many students, including Villanueva, were anxious to get away from school. After three months of school, students needed a vacation.
Villanueva spent most of his winter break at home where he saw many of his relatives.
On Christmas, Villanueva stayed home to celebrate. For Christmas he recieve many presents from his parents and relatives. "I got nothing but clothes for Christmas," said Villanueva. Villanueva summarized his Christams in one word, boring.
On New Years, Villanueva's family hosted a party. As usual, his relatives came over to celebrate.
Unfortunately, Villanueva's winter break is over and he is now back in school.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Friday, December 18, 2009
A Hello To The Holidays
By Claudia Villegas
Editor-in-Chief
On Tuesday December 8th, the South East High School Music Program held their annual Winter Concert.
Editor-in-Chief
On Tuesday December 8th, the South East High School Music Program held their annual Winter Concert.
The Winter Concert was held in the SEHS auditorium, which was festively decorated by the stage design class.
The show began with a few guitar players playing “Jingle Bells” for the audience.
The Drum Line then performed cadences. Although they were short, the audience was amazed by the visuals performed by the drum line. German Quintero, a sophomore and squad leader, said he was completely speechless by the drum line’s performance.
After Drum Line performed, the SEHS Color Guard took the stage and performed “Sweet Dreams” by the Eurythmics. This is a preview of what their winter guard season will include.
Mariachi then took the stage and performed “Son De La Negra”, “Gema”, and “Como Quien Pierde una Estrella” by Alejandro Fernandez. The audience kept asking to hear more from the Mariachi, but it was time for the chamber group to perform.
While the Chamber Group members prepared it was time for intermission. During intermission the SEHS musical program sold “Air Grams” for 50 cents. Parents, teachers, and musicians were allowed to send a message to anyone they liked. This new idea turned out to be a success. During intermission, snacks like donuts and chips were sold. When intermission was over, the Chamber Group took the stage.
The Chamber Group performed “Salvation is Created” by Tschesnokoff. The Chamber Group is composed of senior band members and two junior saxophone players. The chamber group was created to recognize the seniors who have put their hard work and commitment into the band. “The performance was great. It feels great because all the hard work you put in finally pays off. It’s a really good feeling,” said senior Eduardo Mendoza.
The String Orchestra then performed a total of four songs which included “Go from my Window”, “Greensleeves”, “Nobodyes Gigge”, and “Mantras”.
After the orchestra, the concert band performed “Washington Post” and “Midnight Sleigh Ride.” Washington Post is one of the songs they will be performing at the South Gate Children Christmas Lane Parade on December 13. Joseph Folgar, a freshman at SEHS said, “I think the winter concert went great. It brought us all together.”
The show wasn’t over yet; the Marching Band and Color Guard then took the stage and performed “The Incredibles-Glory Days” and “Santa’s Parade”. Both musical pieces will also be performed at the parade.
The show then concluded with the concert band and string orchestra performing “Polar Express.” They asked the children at the Winter Concert to help the musicians by shaking little bells that they received at the beginning of the concert.
All the money raised will go towards the musical program and future events.
The show began with a few guitar players playing “Jingle Bells” for the audience.
The Drum Line then performed cadences. Although they were short, the audience was amazed by the visuals performed by the drum line. German Quintero, a sophomore and squad leader, said he was completely speechless by the drum line’s performance.
After Drum Line performed, the SEHS Color Guard took the stage and performed “Sweet Dreams” by the Eurythmics. This is a preview of what their winter guard season will include.
Mariachi then took the stage and performed “Son De La Negra”, “Gema”, and “Como Quien Pierde una Estrella” by Alejandro Fernandez. The audience kept asking to hear more from the Mariachi, but it was time for the chamber group to perform.
While the Chamber Group members prepared it was time for intermission. During intermission the SEHS musical program sold “Air Grams” for 50 cents. Parents, teachers, and musicians were allowed to send a message to anyone they liked. This new idea turned out to be a success. During intermission, snacks like donuts and chips were sold. When intermission was over, the Chamber Group took the stage.
The Chamber Group performed “Salvation is Created” by Tschesnokoff. The Chamber Group is composed of senior band members and two junior saxophone players. The chamber group was created to recognize the seniors who have put their hard work and commitment into the band. “The performance was great. It feels great because all the hard work you put in finally pays off. It’s a really good feeling,” said senior Eduardo Mendoza.
The String Orchestra then performed a total of four songs which included “Go from my Window”, “Greensleeves”, “Nobodyes Gigge”, and “Mantras”.
After the orchestra, the concert band performed “Washington Post” and “Midnight Sleigh Ride.” Washington Post is one of the songs they will be performing at the South Gate Children Christmas Lane Parade on December 13. Joseph Folgar, a freshman at SEHS said, “I think the winter concert went great. It brought us all together.”
The show wasn’t over yet; the Marching Band and Color Guard then took the stage and performed “The Incredibles-Glory Days” and “Santa’s Parade”. Both musical pieces will also be performed at the parade.
The show then concluded with the concert band and string orchestra performing “Polar Express.” They asked the children at the Winter Concert to help the musicians by shaking little bells that they received at the beginning of the concert.
All the money raised will go towards the musical program and future events.
Monday, November 16, 2009
November
Jaguars Aim For The Stars
By Claudia Villegas
Times News Staff
On Thursday November 12, the South East Marching Band attended Mayfair High School Field Tournament in Lakewood California where they brought home a second place trophy.
“It feels good knowing that finally, after so much hard work, that you [South East Marching Band] didn’t come in last place,” said Senior and clarinet squad leader Sabrina Ponce. Weeks, days, hours are spent on the field practicing to perfect every formation, every visual, every music note, every routine. The marching band practices Monday thru Friday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm and Tuesdays are no exception. “It takes dedication,” said freshman and color guard member Elizabeth Gramillo. “While everybody is home sleeping or watching television on veterans day, we are running around the field,” said Gramillo. On Wednesday practice band members were pumped up and energetic, this energy remained in them until game time.
The marching band arrived at Mayfair High School around 3:00pm and immediately started working. “You can tell that the kids really want to achieve,” said Band Director Mr. Quintero.
As the marching band stepped on the field their fans cheered them on. One of their fans included history teacher Mr. Ramirez.
The marching band competed against Bellflower High School and Millikan High School. The marching band wowed their audience and the judges with a stellar performance. The band started of strong and ended strong.
It was finally time for the awaited awards ceremony and senior and Drum Major Erick Quintero, senior and Co Drum Major Rene Galvan, junior and Co Drum Major Maria Vera, junior and Color Guard Captain Claudia Villegas, and senior Co Captain Vanessa Sanchez went back onto the field to receive the marching band’s performance. Coming in third place for auxiliary was South East High School with a score of 51.8, (school) high school was awarded second place, and (school) high school took first place. Coming in third place for band was (school) high school, coming in second with a score of 56.50 was South East High School, and (school) high school took home first place. When the scores were announced all the enthusiastic band members went wild at their band’s success.
South East’s scores improved a couple of points from their previous competition at Silverado High school in Las Vegas, Nevada where the band scored (score).
The band attended The Mayfair Field Tournament last year where they were awarded (award). “The band’s goal is to continue improving all the scores,” said Quintero.
South East Marching Band never stops working, on Saturday November 21 they will perform at another competition at
By Claudia Villegas
Times News Staff
On Thursday November 12, the South East Marching Band attended Mayfair High School Field Tournament in Lakewood California where they brought home a second place trophy.
“It feels good knowing that finally, after so much hard work, that you [South East Marching Band] didn’t come in last place,” said Senior and clarinet squad leader Sabrina Ponce. Weeks, days, hours are spent on the field practicing to perfect every formation, every visual, every music note, every routine. The marching band practices Monday thru Friday from 2:30pm to 5:30pm and Tuesdays are no exception. “It takes dedication,” said freshman and color guard member Elizabeth Gramillo. “While everybody is home sleeping or watching television on veterans day, we are running around the field,” said Gramillo. On Wednesday practice band members were pumped up and energetic, this energy remained in them until game time.
The marching band arrived at Mayfair High School around 3:00pm and immediately started working. “You can tell that the kids really want to achieve,” said Band Director Mr. Quintero.
As the marching band stepped on the field their fans cheered them on. One of their fans included history teacher Mr. Ramirez.
The marching band competed against Bellflower High School and Millikan High School. The marching band wowed their audience and the judges with a stellar performance. The band started of strong and ended strong.
It was finally time for the awaited awards ceremony and senior and Drum Major Erick Quintero, senior and Co Drum Major Rene Galvan, junior and Co Drum Major Maria Vera, junior and Color Guard Captain Claudia Villegas, and senior Co Captain Vanessa Sanchez went back onto the field to receive the marching band’s performance. Coming in third place for auxiliary was South East High School with a score of 51.8, (school) high school was awarded second place, and (school) high school took first place. Coming in third place for band was (school) high school, coming in second with a score of 56.50 was South East High School, and (school) high school took home first place. When the scores were announced all the enthusiastic band members went wild at their band’s success.
South East’s scores improved a couple of points from their previous competition at Silverado High school in Las Vegas, Nevada where the band scored (score).
The band attended The Mayfair Field Tournament last year where they were awarded (award). “The band’s goal is to continue improving all the scores,” said Quintero.
South East Marching Band never stops working, on Saturday November 21 they will perform at another competition at
Sunday, November 1, 2009
GOSS Interview
A Junior's Goals For The Future
Adriel Estrada shares his goals he wishes to accomplish.
Adriel Estrada, a junior at South East High School, has already started thinking about his future career. Estrada hopes on becoming a detective. "I used to watch movies, television show, cold case files, they made me want to pursue a career as a detective," said Estrada.
Estrada is aware that becoming a detective is not an easy task. The obstacles Estrada will have to face include money issues and and lack of commitment. Estrada says, "I can solve obstacles easily bt getting grants and taking school seriously right now."
It is clear that Estrada won't be giving up anytime soon. He will continue his path towards becoming a detective.
Estrada is aware that becoming a detective is not an easy task. The obstacles Estrada will have to face include money issues and and lack of commitment. Estrada says, "I can solve obstacles easily bt getting grants and taking school seriously right now."
It is clear that Estrada won't be giving up anytime soon. He will continue his path towards becoming a detective.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Code Of Ethics
Preamble:
As journalists we believe that the truth is more important and it should be exposed to the audience. We journalists are here to inform. In order for a journalist to be successful, we must keep a good reputation. We strive for truth and honesty. We journalists vow to maintain a positive, respectful attitude. We vow to follow this code of ethics.
We vow to make sure all our information is reliable.
We vow to never plagiarize.
We vow to not get involved in arguments or conflicts.
We vow to not write false things because we are offered gifts, favors, free travel, and special treatment.
We vow as journalists not to poke around in other's business.
We vow to never change the content of news, photos, or video.
We vow to always question our source's motive.
We vow to make sure our news never misprints.
We vow to be respectful to people who we work with.
We vow to make our stories clear and understandable.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
A Farewell To Summer
As summer began many people were anxious to begin enjoying the summer.
Donn Cottom, teacher at South East High School, is one of the many who enjoyed the summer. For Cottom, his summer began on June 23, 2009.
Cottom spent his vacation in Hawaii with his wife and two children, ages one and two. When asked what the highlight of his summer was he said, "I was in Maui on the road to the rain forest when my one year old began laughing and he made everyone else laugh." His vacations were busy and restful. "I think this is one of my best summer vacations," said Cottom.
At the end, when asked if there was anything else he would have liked to do Cottom said, "No it was okay, but then again, there is always more to do. Although at times the weather was hot, Cottom enjoyed his 2009 summer.
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