Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Grizzly Opinion Reports
Small town students to big city dreamers
Opinion By Jed Hackett: During spring break a group of 23 students from the Grizzly Gazette and DDC pathway took a trip of a lifetime: a week in New York City.
The making of a man
Opinion By Coach Ruckman: “Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men.” Pro 22:29
Retirement through death
Opinion By Jed Hackett: As young children, we are taught that when chosen for a responsibility, we are expected to carry it out until we have completed our task.
The ugly side of the beauty industry
Opinion By Isaac FloresWhat do you think when you see a stunningly beautiful woman on a magazine or television?
Friends don't let friends...
Opinion By Manuel LeonLoyalty. Honesty. What does it mean to you? To me, honesty means being told the truth no matter how much it may hurt someone.
Counterpoint
Coach Ruc's column
- 66-40: Keep'n It Real
- The making of a man
- “Input: Good or Bad” Part II
Opinion
By Coach Bob Ruckman
“Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!”
Campus Education
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Not everyone supports academies
By Mayra AguilarIn the Porterville Unified School District administrators are thinking about turning high schools into academies. Read More -
Growing up takes time
OpinionBy Sierra Lopez Band three days a week, on a slow week, cheer five days a week, homework every day, and I have to balance my social life with school and responsibilities. Read More -
Pathways: all bark, no bite
OpinionBy Jody GeorgiannaGranite Hills High School has really tried to launch a new Career Pathways program consisting of Digital Design and Communications Academy (DDC) and Law, Justice, and Education. Read More -
Students given great opportunities
Opinion By Mayra PuenteDuring the month of July in 2012, approximately 100 highly qualified migrant students from across the state of California came together to attend the Migrant Scholars Leadership Institute (MSLI) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Read More
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Political Banter
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Health care in effect
By Lizett CamberosOn September 23, 2010, the first parts of the Health Care Reform took effect. Read More -
The recession ended last year?
By Kyle GibbsAccording to the National Bureau of Economic Research, the recession that started in 2007 has been over since June of 2009. Read More -
Economy: rescue in process
By Savannaha ChambersObama has the lights, he has the camera… Is that action I see?I think it is. Read More -
Read and vote today!
By Mayra Puente and Juan Jaimez Teenagers should be informed about propositions because kids are the future. Voting on the Grizzly Gazette’s voting poll proves that teens read, understand and care about issues confronting our society. Read More -
The votes are in
By Lizett CamberosOn Tuesday, November 2, 2010, midterm elections were held across America. Read More -
The Dream Act
By Mayra AguilarEducation is something that most of us take for granted, and being able to apply for a job is just something we can do when we want to. Read More -
Don't ask don't tell
By Jody GeorgiannaOn Oct. 10, 2009 President Obama said, “I will end Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” The question is: how many people actually feel it should be repealed? Read More -
WikiLeaks tell all
By Savannaha ChambersWikileaks is a website that was launched in 2006 and today has completely disregarded the safety of U.S. ambassadors and civilians. Read More -
Pro Prop 8
By Melissa Walker How far do the government’s rights extend? Far enough to allow them to decide for America, what marriage is, or is not? Read More -
Against Prop 8
By Jody Georgianna America is supposed to be the land of the free, and as Americans we are all promised unalienable rights when we reside in this great place of independence. Read More -
Jerry Brown's budget plan, the right thing
By Adrian Yahuaca California has a reputation of being late in paying the budget and has a current $26.4 billion deficit. Read More -
Bankruptcy of the states
Lizett CamberosPolicymakers are demanding the right for states to declare bankruptcy. I do not believe that allowing the states to declare bankruptcy is the right thing to do. Read More -
The lost dream
By: The Gazette has removed the author’s name to protect the student’s identity.Many immigrants leave their homes and countries behind in search of the American dream. Parents, who are in search of an opportunity to improve their lives, arrive in the United States with young children, who enroll in American schools. Read More -
Should government interfere?
By Tyler JonesThe United States of America is known as the land of the free, but are we truly free to live our lives how we want? Read More -
Real science vs. bubble tests
By Lizett Camberos A few days ago, I read an article on the New York Times titled, “It May Be a Sputnik Moment, but Science Fairs Are Lagging.” Read More -
Featured letter: DREAM Act
Letter By Victor Espinoza; February 9, 2011.I have recently read the anonymous article on the DREAM act and I was motivated to do some research of my own. Read More -
Amnesty or opportunity?
OpinionBy Gabriela AyalaIf children are brought to the US are they illegal? Did they commit a crime? Read More -
The House vs Obama
OpinionBy Lizett CamberosOn Friday night, House Republicans proposed a $61 billion savings cut in hundreds of programs. The programs range from education, environment, nutrition, and job training. Read More -
Controlling the border
Opinion By Mayra AguilarCongressional Republicans are drafting legislation that would require a plan for the federal government to spend more money on fencing, sensors, and agents in an effort to stop all illegal entries into the United States. Read More -
Nuclear fish
OpinionBy Samantha HicksEven after the hearing of the disaster in Fukushima, President Obama, quoted from a speech posted on Democracynow.org said, “We’re going to incorporate those conclusions and lessons from Japan in design and the building of the next generation of plants. But we can’t simply take it off the table.” Read More -
Tea anyone?
OpinionBy Sierra LopezMany people have either discussed or heard about a matter called the Tea (tax enough already) Party. Most often what comes to mind when talking about the Tea Party is the more historic movement called the Boston Tea Party. Read More -
California DREAM Act
OpinionBy Jed HackettFor many, college is the ticket out of a bad situation. But for some students, college is not an option because of the costs. Read More -
Occupy Wall Street
OpinionBy Juan JaimezThe Occupy Movement has been going on for over 2 months now. What started as a small, organized protest in Wall Street has exploded into a world-wide revolutionary outburst for justice. Read More -
Bring the troops home
OpinionBy Jed Hackett Just a few weeks ago Christopher Hill, a correspondent for CNN, wrote his opinion about the troop withdrawal from Iraq. Read More -
Racy politicians
OpinionBy Juan JaimezHerman Cain has stepped down from his Republican presidential nomination due to allegations of sexual harassment and an affair. I am not surprised. Read More -
A Strong or Weak Iran
OpinionBy Jed HackettIran is threatening the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, sentencing an American citizen to death on the grounds of spying, and making an alliance with other anti-American governments. Read More -
Why should we care?
OpinionBy Jed HackettHave you ever wondered what you're eating when you take a bite of your favorite fast food? Maybe you should start. Read More -
Point; Counter-point
OpinionBy Jed Hackett and Juan JaimezObamacare is one step closer into socializing American medicine. To learn more read Jed and Juan's point; counter-point articles about Obamacare Read More -
A race to November
OpinionBy Juan JaimezNovember is right around the corner and the time to vote for our country's next president is approaching rapidly. Read More -
Jealousy and Greed
OpinionBy Jed HackettHell. That is all that can be said of chemotherapy. To have your life thrown up in the air, family put through absolute torture, and not to mention the late nights of retching your guts out, and the long hours of pain and vertigo. Read More -
New York City’s healthy leap forward
Opinion By Juan JaimezJust recently, New York City passed a controversial ban of the sale of sugary drinks in containers larger than 16 ounces in restaurants and other locations. Read More -
Teen politics
Opinion By Sierra LopezAmerican teens are often referred to as the “future” by our parents’ generation. Read More -
Take a stand for Measure J
Opinion By Sierra LopezPorterville Unified School District’s Measure J provides funding for two areas within PUSD: technology and inadequate facilities. Read More -
The Flip-Flopper
Opinion By Juan JaimezIn the past four weeks, the world has witnessed President Barack Obama and Republican presidential candidate Mitt "The Flip-Flopper" Romney exchange punches and blows in the three different debates. Read More -
Romney runs debate
Opinion By Clay CongdonRepublican presidential candidate Mitt Romney surpassed his goal as the challenger of the incumbent by proving that he is in fact presidential. Read More -
A vote for the people
Opinion By Juan JaimezAlthough the elections are almost here, many Americans are still undecided on whom to vote for. Read More -
Recession to depression
Opinion By Clayton CongdonThe last four years have been hard for every American. Read More -
Conflict in the Middle East, again
Opinion By Jed HackettThe past year has been tumultuous for the Middle East region with political instability in Egypt and Syria, as well as armed conflict between Israel and Hamas. Read More -
Retirement through death
Opinion By Jed Hackett: As young children, we are taught that when chosen for a responsibility, we are expected to carry it out until we have completed our task. Read More
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Social Insight
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The fight for stem cell research
By Lizett CamberosIn 2006, President Bush put a stop to stem cell research by passing a bill that prohibited federal funding for this research. Read More -
Technological advancement
By Savannaha ChambersIt being the 21st Century, a good percent of all people inhabiting the world have become dependent on technology. Read More -
Full body scanners
By Lizett CamberosAdvance Imaging Technology, also known as full body scanners, are causing controversy as Americans rush to fly home for Thanksgiving. Read More -
Drilling ban in the Gulf of Mexico
By Lizett CamberosOn December 01, 2010, the Obama administration decided to ban drilling in the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Coast for seven years because of the recent BP oil spill. Read More -
Body image
By Lizett CamberosA couple of weeks ago my entire family headed over to my grandparents house to spend some time together. Read More -
First looks on the new guy
By Jody GeorgiannaAll of the rumors strewn about last semester have definitely left a foul odor around the campus, and the student body and staff are the ones most sensitive to the stench. We walk around trying to avoid that lingering smell, but it is still there. Read More -
Arizona shootings
By Mayra Augilar Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, an Arizona Democrat, and 17 others were brutally shot Saturday, January 8. Read More -
DREAM Act, a new beginning
By Jessica RamosEvery year in the United States over 2.7 million students graduate High School, becoming the leaders of tomorrow for our country. Read More -
Safety first!
By Brooke QuilingLet us all take a vote: All in favor for higher chances of being hijacked on a plane, say aye. Read More -
We all know life is about choices
By Jody GeorgiannaWe all know life is about choices, but just as importantly, life is about revision. Laws are revised, theories are revised, products and speeches are revised. Read More -
Academies in PUSD
By Deisy RamosIn the quest of finding the best way to educate the youth, school districts have adopted career pathways, where students get to pick an area of interest that has to do with a potential career for the future. Read More -
Do they care?
OpinionBy Danielle RafananRecently, the Granite Hills administrators and many students on campus have been trying to change eighth graders minds on which high school they would like to venture off to next year. Read More -
Can we compete?
By Juan JaimezAP classes are a necessity for high school students to prepare for college, but is the Porterville Unified School District and its teachers really doing everything they could to fulfill the needs and intellectual appetites of their students? I do not think so. Read More -
Night vs. Day
By Alexis Quiling“Night, when words fade and things come alive. When the destructive analysis of day is done, and all that is truly important becomes whole and sound again” (Antoine de Saint Exupéry). Read More -
Reforming education
By Jose Ayon-NevarezThe United States has always been held in praise for its hard workers, overachievers and talented individuals. Read More -
Bye bye body piercing policy
By Isabel PerezThe Porterville Unified School District’s (PUSD) body piercing policy is: “Earrings and other body piercing items are to be worn in ears only,” (Granite Hills’ student planner 13). Read More -
CSU vs. Harvey Mudd
By Juan JaimezFirst off, I would like to thank all of the readers who viewed and commented on my editorial "Can we compete?" Their output and opinion are of great importance to me, so thank you. Read More -
No more drilling
OpinionBy Lizett CamberosOn April 20, 2010 an explosion in BP’s offshore drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico occurred. This explosion resulted in eleven deaths and caused the biggest oil spill in history. Read More -
Technology and youth
OpinionBy Lizet Camberos Over the years technology has become a big part of every human’s life. Technology has become an essential tool that individuals cannot live without. Read More -
Legislators forget
Opinion By Juan Jaimez We are all aware of the severe budget crisis that is afflicting our home state of California, but we, as students, tend to turn a blind eye to problems that are not affecting us personally. But now the crisis has affected our future: the California university system. Read More -
Grizzly Gazette going corporate
Opinion By Evan HackettAll organizations follow a natural progression from inception to dissolution. Read More -
London Riots
Opinion By Larrissa Le VasserIf you have been watching the news lately, then you have heard about the riots that took place in the United Kingdom. Read More -
Is beauty really worth the pain?
OpinionBy Sierra LopezThroughout time there has always been one major thing that has connected humans all over the world. Read More -
The Effects of Bullying
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserIn the world today, there is a growing epidemic; teen suicides. Read More -
Trouble in Libya
OpinionBy Jed HackettSince late last year, the Arab world has seen the fall of old regimes and the rise of new democratic governments. Read More -
Toddlers and Tiaras
OpinionBy Larrissa le VasserIf you watch television, you might have heard of a show called “Toddlers and Tiaras.” It is a show on the TLC network that shows the life of young beauty pageant contestants. Read More -
Homecoming week
OpinionBy Jody GeorgiannaIn the mix of all the voting, nominations, lunch activities, and crazy dress up days, one can easily get caught up in the fun and craze of Homecoming Week. Read More -
Steve Jobs legacy
OpinionBy Juan JaimezAlmost two weeks ago, the world suffered an irreplaceable loss by losing technology guru, Steve Jobs. Read More -
Underage drinking
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserAlcohol is something that is popular among high school students. Read More -
Creepy Creepers
OpinionBy Sierra Lopez Stalkers are something we are not raised knowing about. Read More -
Grizzlies' weekend of miracles
OpinionBy Madison RiceAn unexpected week of excitement and accomplishments has exceeded the high school on the hill’s expectations this past week. Read More -
Stress of senior year
OpinionBy Jody Georgianna Senior year has to be the most expensive, stressful, hectic, busy year of my life. Read More -
Thanksgiving blessing
OpinionBy Jed HackettWith Thanksgiving coming tomorrow, we all take time to reflect on our lives and our experiences and what we are really grateful and thankful for. Read More -
No love for volleyball
By Jody GeorgiannaNow that volleyball season is over, I can vent my full frustrations on the lack of support that the Granite Hills volleyball team got this year. Read More -
Super Committee
By Juan JaimezThis past week, the not-so-super Super Committee was given the task to create a budget plan to help reduce the national debt and stave off a sequester. Read More -
The Christmas season
OpinionBy Victor EspinozaThe true meaning of Christmas is not about receiving presents; it is about spending time with family, giving back to the community, and being grateful for what you are fortunate enough to have. Read More -
Society’s sad obsession
OpinionBy Jody GeorgiannaRight after watching the evening news, E! news comes on, which is a show that informs the viewer of gossip and the news of celebrities. Read More -
Who needs make-up?
OpinionBy Sierra LopezWith all of the parties, the need for makeup grows without a doubt. No girl should feel as though her looks are not good enough, if she doesn’t have makeup on. Read More -
Baby names
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserOver the years, there have been some pretty strange names given to children. Read More -
Granite Hills takes a stand
OpinionBy Jody Georgianna Last Friday, on Jan. 20, roughly 200 students protested here at Granite Hills for a cause that they felt was very important. Read More -
Is dance a sport?
OpinionBy Madison RiceAfter searching the internet vigorously for reasons why people frequently assume dancing is not considered a sport, I came to the conclusion that most people believe dancing is not a sport, but an art. Read More -
Food sold at Granite
OpinionBy Bailey RossAs a student hoping to pursue a career as a nutritionist/dietician, you may think I would be completely against what I am about to argue. Read More -
Pathways from Springville
OpinionBy Jed HackettAs an eighth grader at Springville School , I had the opportunity to choose which Porterville high school I wanted to attend. Read More -
"Chicken" nuggets
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserHave you ever wondered what you're eating when you take a bite of your favorite fast food? Maybe you should start. Read More -
Is cheer a sport
OpinionBy Toni LopezWhat is a sport? Many would argue that football, baseball or even basketball are the ultimate sports, but what about all the other activities people can participate in? Read More -
Valentine's Day? No thanks!
OpinionBy Yareli RobledoValentine's Day? Is it just some excuse so candy businesses and flower shops can make money? Or is it that ONE day a year you are forced to be nice to your significant other? Read More -
Support your supporters
OpinionBy Sierra LopezA cheerleader is a performer. Read More -
Benefits of your pet
OpinionBy Larrissa LeVasserDo you own a pet? Have you ever wondered what you'll be getting out of owning a pet? You may be surprised by all the benefits you will receive. Read More -
Teen driving laws
OpinionBy Jody GeorgiannaSometimes you may not like it, sometimes I may not like it, sometimes your parents and friends may not like it, but one thing is for certain; laws protect people and save lives. Read More -
Spring break
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserFor many high school students, Spring break is one of the most important vacations. Read More -
Trayvon Martin
OpinionBy Jody GeorgiannaIn Florida on February 26th, a 17-year old African-American boy named Trayvon Martin was walking home with his hood on, in a gated community, with a bag of Skittles and a can of iced tea. Read More -
A league of their own
OpinionBy Sierra LopezThe excitement of a new school year and new sports season is always amped by the constant rivalry between Granite Hills High School and the other two Porterville schools: Porterville High School and Monache High School. Read More -
When high school hits you
OpinionBy Larrissa Le VasserIt is that time of year again; school is back in session! Read More -
Student elections or popularity contest
Opinion By Manuel LeonEvery year Granite Hills holds its annual election of student officers. Read More -
Recognition
Opinion By Manuel LeonWhen most people think about high school athletics, they think football, basketball, baseball, and soccer. Read More -
California bans gay “cure”
Opinion By Larrissa Le VasserCalifornia is now the first state to ban what has been called the "gay cure" for teens. Read More -
Measuring success
Opinion By Sierra LopezWhat measures success? Is it the amount of vacation time you receive or is it the amount of money you have in your wallet? Who decides what being successful is? Read More -
Paying to play
Opinion By Vanessa FelixExtra-curricular activities can be the most memorable, bright, and exhilarating times in a high-school student’s career; however, some students have to fork out money for the cost of their expenses. Read More -
Reaching new heights
Opinion By Manuel LeonSometimes you just have to know when to push yourself. Read More -
Hairy for a cause
Opinion By Larrissa Le VasserIt is finally November, and you know what that means! Read More -
The Wrath of Sandy
Opinion By Lizeth AndradeBeing the size of two Texas states, Hurricane Sandy used its cruel and disastrous waves to destroy houses and buildings. Read More -
Editorial: Respect
Opinion By Jed HackettOn election night, social media sites became flooded with uploads about the elections, candidates, various propositions, and local measures. Read More -
History of an iconic holiday
Opinion By Sierra LopezCan you smell it? Read More -
The meaning of Thanksgiving
Opinion By Jed HackettThanksgiving is a time for family gathering, reflection, and giving thanks for what we are blessed with. Read More -
Solitary confinement
Opinion By Clay FoxWhen getting suspended, there is a lot of time to think. Read More -
Constantly in competition
Opinion By Jackie FloresHave you ever wondered what it is like to have a sibling that is the same age as you and is in the same grade? Read More -
New evidence and Double Jeopardy
Opinion By Larrissa Le Vasser In 2008, a two year old girl from Florida named Caylee went missing. Read More -
Restored dreams
Opinion By Lizeth AndradeMillions of immigrants in America are waiting for the opportunity for a brilliant education without any restrictions. They want to learn and become something of themselves. Now, they can. Read More -
Friends don't let friends...
Opinion By Manuel LeonLoyalty. Honesty. What does it mean to you? To me, honesty means being told the truth no matter how much it may hurt someone. Read More -
The ugly side of the beauty industry
Opinion By Isaac FloresWhat do you think when you see a stunningly beautiful woman on a magazine or television? Read More -
Small town students to big city dreamers
Opinion By Jed Hackett: During spring break a group of 23 students from the Grizzly Gazette and DDC pathway took a trip of a lifetime: a week in New York City. Read More
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Yareli Robledo
Yareli Robledo is a junior at Granite Hills High School. She is a reporter for the cheer section on the Grizzly Gazette.
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Conway Questions
Four questions asked by Granite Hills High School students will be answered per month by none other than the minority leader of the California assembly, Congresswoman Connie Conway.