By Erin Kelley
Assistant Editor
Silverton High School senior Elizabeth Leslie's strong interest in government and politics began when she watched the television show The West Wing for the first time.
Since then, Leslie has become much more involved with government, and will be attending two prestigious programs in Washington D.C. in the coming months.
First, Leslie will be attending the National Council for International Visitors Citizen Diplomacy Program for Emerging Leaders in February. Leslie was one of 12 people chosen, ages 16-25, to attend NCIV's annual conference, and to make a video aimed at getting young people involved in diplomacy. While there, Leslie will also attend lectures on different forms of leadership, along with filming and editing the video.
Following that, Leslie will again visit Washington D.C. in March for the United States Senate Youth Program. Leslie was one of the two students chosen from Oregon to attend the program, which aims to educate students in politics. The group will visit museums, attend lectures with a Supreme Court and different Senators/Representatives, tour the White House and the Pentagon, have a brief meeting with the President, and attend a banquet with all the United States Senators.
“I hope that this trip will make me even more concreted in my belief that this is really the direction I want to be traveling,” Leslie said.
Leslie is planning on either attending American University or McDaniel College in the fall, and plans to double major in political science and history. She aims to attend law school after college, with a career in policymaking and legislation or in the legal justice system.
“My favorite thing though, is when our government is able to set aside differences and really dive into issues and find the best solution for everybody, politics aside,” Leslie said.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Meet a Fox - Agripena Scheratski
By Elizabeth Rueda
Name: Agripena Scheratski
Grade: Junior
Who is your favorite teacher and why?“Mr. Benz by far. He is so sarcastic and it’s interesting to watch what he does with troubled children.”
Do you have a favorite movie that is timeless?
“The Titanic. It makes me cry every time.”
What is your favorite memory of first semester and why?
“It would probably be working out like crazy in weight training, because it actually got me in shape.”
Where is your favorite place to shop?
“Salem Center Mall because it has a lot of variety in its stores”
What is your favorite thing to drink and why?
“Definitely Kool-Aid and Arizona teas. They are fabulous. Also, I like them because I don’t drink any kind of soda.”
If you could go anywhere in the world, all expenses paid, where would you go, and why?
“Probably Hawaii because people have told me about their experiences there and it seems pretty cool.”
Where did you grow up and did you like that experience?
“I grew up in Silverton, Ore., and I did like it, it was great.”
What is your favorite quote and why?
“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” because I believe it’s actually true.
How would you describe yourself?
I would describe myself as energetic, hyper, fit, easy-going, and fun
Chocolate or vanilla?
“Chocolate, chocolate is the best thing that’s ever happened to this world.”
Name: Agripena Scheratski
Grade: Junior
Who is your favorite teacher and why?“Mr. Benz by far. He is so sarcastic and it’s interesting to watch what he does with troubled children.”
Do you have a favorite movie that is timeless?
“The Titanic. It makes me cry every time.”
What is your favorite memory of first semester and why?
“It would probably be working out like crazy in weight training, because it actually got me in shape.”
Where is your favorite place to shop?
“Salem Center Mall because it has a lot of variety in its stores”
What is your favorite thing to drink and why?
“Definitely Kool-Aid and Arizona teas. They are fabulous. Also, I like them because I don’t drink any kind of soda.”
If you could go anywhere in the world, all expenses paid, where would you go, and why?
“Probably Hawaii because people have told me about their experiences there and it seems pretty cool.”
Where did you grow up and did you like that experience?
“I grew up in Silverton, Ore., and I did like it, it was great.”
What is your favorite quote and why?
“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” because I believe it’s actually true.
How would you describe yourself?
I would describe myself as energetic, hyper, fit, easy-going, and fun
Chocolate or vanilla?
“Chocolate, chocolate is the best thing that’s ever happened to this world.”
Baker chosen as Future First Citizen
By Elizabeth Rueda
Reporter
The Silverton Chamber of Commerce recognized Silverton High School senior J’Nyssa Baker for her outstanding contributions to the local community. We recently interviewed Baker to hear her thoughts on how it feels to be honored as Silverton’s Future First Citizen.
What does it mean to be Silverton’s Future First Citizen?
“I guess it means that I’ve shown that I’m dedicated to this community and that people here recognized that.”
How does it feel to be selected as Silverton’s Future First Citizen?
“It’s definitely an honor and it’s really surprising. There were other really qualified students...Choosing one isn’t proving that one is better than the other. I prefer to think that I’m representing them all.”
What do you get for being Silverton’s Future First Citizen?
“I get to stay at the Oregon Gardens Resort for one night and I get honored at a banquet. I also get a $300 scholarship.”
What are your plans after high school?
My plans after high school are to attend college and figure out what I want to do with my life- University of Puget Sounds- I plan to travel hopefully....Everywhere."
What were your friends and families reaction to you being Future First Citizen?
"It’s mostly been “We’re so proud of you” and “Congratulations!”Also “That’s so cool” and “what do you get for it?”
What do you think the judges are looking for in a Future First Citizen?
“Community Service. They are looking to see if you have been involved in community service and what impact you’ve made. They also want to know what the impact of community service has had on you.”
What advice would you give to anyone who aspires to be Silverton’s next Future First Citizen?
“Just to get involved. It’s the biggest thing. Don’t be afraid to be involved. It’s not about us, it’s about helping the community and that’s something that is super important to realize.”
Interview with a Preditor
Interviewed by Grace Hansen
Editor-in-Chief
Interview with: Carina Wood
Career Title: Preditor. Producer/editor.
What are you working on right now/for whom?
One client is Microsoft in Australia. I’m also doing a job for a company in Israel. Both are marketing videos. At the same time I’m editing assisting episodes for an online cooking show called Humbly Northwest.
What project was the best you’ve done/most proud of?
Personal stuff. There is a short film my friends and I made. It’s been the most fun. A lot of the crew are my best friends. And I think it’s really well done. It will be released when the sound guys finish sound effects and the sound track, hopefully the end of this month.
Tell me about the script you are working on?
It will be our next project. Our company is called 3Fist. The script is titled For Hate. We have a production meeting coming up soon. I’ve already written another script for the second episode of the movie we are just finishing, the problem is our actress is pregnant so we have to wait until she gets back down to her normal size.
What does it take/qualities to work in that career?
You have to be willing to do everything and be a jack of all trades. My first job was I was the assistant to the crane camera, eventually that turned into producing/editing. You have to be willing to learn any job and do just about anything to get it done. People like positive attitudes and go getters. Finding people you can trust is hard in media. One of my bosses said, “If we can’t trust you get our coffee how can we trust you with a $3 million movie?”
What do you dislike the most about your job?
There is a period of rush rush rush and then you have to wait for a producer or someone to say go ahead for the next part. I also hate the “up in the air” feeling. You don’t have a solid job. You have to find new jobs each time you finish a production. But I kind of like it too because you aren’t working on the same thing every year. Another thing that is hard is the fact that sometimes people who don’t work that hard will get a big break, but someone who works hard might get skipped over because they aren’t in the right place at the right time. You have to be good at making connections. In Texas I worked my butt off but people who just came on got better projects because they were better at networking.
What got you interested in this/how did you begin working in the movie industry?
I’ve always been interested in it. I wanted to be an author and make movies as a kid. After high school it took a lot of soul searching and seeking after God and testing things out and admitting that it was actually possible to do if I worked hard. My parents were very against it, so I had to make a decision to follow God’s direction to the media industry. When I was two years through school my dad finally started supporting me. They saw my name in the credits of one of my productions and were so proud.
What is the coolest thing you have experience doing this job/people you’ve met?
There comes a point when you don’t realize the famous people anymore. I did camera-ing for a P.O.D concert and I met the band Red (who were really nice.) You start to see famous people as regular people. The coolest thing is when you make something really good and people really enjoy it. I took a three day project, didn’t get any sleep and presented the “short film” to 40,000 people in a stadium and they were mesmerized by it. It had a good message: stand up and be a leader, don’t let people tell you how to live. There is such a power in media to influence people in subtle or large ways. That is where I want to go with my ministry. I want to affect people’s lives.
What’s the pay like?
Up and down. Its dependant on what you are doing and how well you are established and known.
Editing is 30$ hour for internet/TV. Editing a small movie $300-$400 an hour,a big movie could be $3000-$4000. It’s all word of mouth. Contracts are negotiated.
Long range career goals?
I want to be successful at doing God’s stories, with good messages. Success isn’t about money but obeying God and doing quality Christian stuff. I want to raise the cheesy Christian media standard. In media no one takes responsibility, and a lot of people lie to get where they are, I want to change that. When you work on a movie the actors and crew become like family. It’s a great opportunity to reach out to people. I would also like to get published.
A lot of people think anything having do to with making movies is glamorous, what’s your take on that?
People have stars in their eyes. If that’s your priority you won’t make it anywhere. People won’t work with you if that’s your goal. I’ve heard it said that if you want to be an engineer it will take you four years and to be a doctor it will take you nine years. In media it takes more like 20 years to become successful. Its hard work, long hours, and you have to have a passion for it…. but it is an amazing job.
How do you know media is for you?
If you like sleep don’t go into media. If you aren’t good at writing/spelling/reading media might be your thing.
Editor-in-Chief
Interview with: Carina Wood
Career Title: Preditor. Producer/editor.
What are you working on right now/for whom?
One client is Microsoft in Australia. I’m also doing a job for a company in Israel. Both are marketing videos. At the same time I’m editing assisting episodes for an online cooking show called Humbly Northwest.
What project was the best you’ve done/most proud of?
Personal stuff. There is a short film my friends and I made. It’s been the most fun. A lot of the crew are my best friends. And I think it’s really well done. It will be released when the sound guys finish sound effects and the sound track, hopefully the end of this month.
Tell me about the script you are working on?
It will be our next project. Our company is called 3Fist. The script is titled For Hate. We have a production meeting coming up soon. I’ve already written another script for the second episode of the movie we are just finishing, the problem is our actress is pregnant so we have to wait until she gets back down to her normal size.
What does it take/qualities to work in that career?
You have to be willing to do everything and be a jack of all trades. My first job was I was the assistant to the crane camera, eventually that turned into producing/editing. You have to be willing to learn any job and do just about anything to get it done. People like positive attitudes and go getters. Finding people you can trust is hard in media. One of my bosses said, “If we can’t trust you get our coffee how can we trust you with a $3 million movie?”
What do you dislike the most about your job?
There is a period of rush rush rush and then you have to wait for a producer or someone to say go ahead for the next part. I also hate the “up in the air” feeling. You don’t have a solid job. You have to find new jobs each time you finish a production. But I kind of like it too because you aren’t working on the same thing every year. Another thing that is hard is the fact that sometimes people who don’t work that hard will get a big break, but someone who works hard might get skipped over because they aren’t in the right place at the right time. You have to be good at making connections. In Texas I worked my butt off but people who just came on got better projects because they were better at networking.
What got you interested in this/how did you begin working in the movie industry?
I’ve always been interested in it. I wanted to be an author and make movies as a kid. After high school it took a lot of soul searching and seeking after God and testing things out and admitting that it was actually possible to do if I worked hard. My parents were very against it, so I had to make a decision to follow God’s direction to the media industry. When I was two years through school my dad finally started supporting me. They saw my name in the credits of one of my productions and were so proud.
What is the coolest thing you have experience doing this job/people you’ve met?
There comes a point when you don’t realize the famous people anymore. I did camera-ing for a P.O.D concert and I met the band Red (who were really nice.) You start to see famous people as regular people. The coolest thing is when you make something really good and people really enjoy it. I took a three day project, didn’t get any sleep and presented the “short film” to 40,000 people in a stadium and they were mesmerized by it. It had a good message: stand up and be a leader, don’t let people tell you how to live. There is such a power in media to influence people in subtle or large ways. That is where I want to go with my ministry. I want to affect people’s lives.
What’s the pay like?
Up and down. Its dependant on what you are doing and how well you are established and known.
Editing is 30$ hour for internet/TV. Editing a small movie $300-$400 an hour,a big movie could be $3000-$4000. It’s all word of mouth. Contracts are negotiated.
Long range career goals?
I want to be successful at doing God’s stories, with good messages. Success isn’t about money but obeying God and doing quality Christian stuff. I want to raise the cheesy Christian media standard. In media no one takes responsibility, and a lot of people lie to get where they are, I want to change that. When you work on a movie the actors and crew become like family. It’s a great opportunity to reach out to people. I would also like to get published.
A lot of people think anything having do to with making movies is glamorous, what’s your take on that?
People have stars in their eyes. If that’s your priority you won’t make it anywhere. People won’t work with you if that’s your goal. I’ve heard it said that if you want to be an engineer it will take you four years and to be a doctor it will take you nine years. In media it takes more like 20 years to become successful. Its hard work, long hours, and you have to have a passion for it…. but it is an amazing job.
How do you know media is for you?
If you like sleep don’t go into media. If you aren’t good at writing/spelling/reading media might be your thing.
Queen of Hearts Court
By Amanda Maddux
Ladies, grab your red dress and encourage your date to put on a matching red tie, it’s time for the annual Queen of Hearts dance.
Enjoy dancing with your friends 8-11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4 at the Silverton High School commons.
The 2011 Queen of Hearts Court members are:
Seniors –
Grace Hansen
Megan Miller
Ahmed Alyazidi
Landon Bentz
Juniors-
Talia Helman
Morgan Anderson
Ryan Kariker
Hunter Fennimore
Sophomores-
Annaleise Kuenzi
Anna Funrue
Morgan Coxen
Colman Barth
Freshman-
Meagan Ratliff
Sydney Asman
Levi Stadeli
Mathis Kuenzi
Ladies, grab your red dress and encourage your date to put on a matching red tie, it’s time for the annual Queen of Hearts dance.
Enjoy dancing with your friends 8-11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4 at the Silverton High School commons.
The 2011 Queen of Hearts Court members are:
Seniors –
Grace Hansen
Megan Miller
Ahmed Alyazidi
Landon Bentz
Juniors-
Talia Helman
Morgan Anderson
Ryan Kariker
Hunter Fennimore
Sophomores-
Annaleise Kuenzi
Anna Funrue
Morgan Coxen
Colman Barth
Freshman-
Meagan Ratliff
Sydney Asman
Levi Stadeli
Mathis Kuenzi
Monday, January 24, 2011
The Frothy Fox
By Erin Kelley
Assistant Editor
While many people at Silverton High School have come to appreciate having a coffee shop in the school, not many know about the work that goes on behind the scenes.
The Frothy Fox, which serves teachers and students, is run by the Structured Learning Program staff and students. Drinks found at your favorite coffee shop are offered at the Frothy Fox, although the staff is open to suggestions. Limited available space decides how much the shop is able to offer. The most popular items bought are hot Chai, hot mochas, and flavored ice tea. Every day, the shop serves about 160 people or 800 people a week or 3,200 people a month.
The students and staff also benefit from running the Frothy Fox.
“People look at these drinks as a pick me up, so it feels good to contribute to their day in a positive way,” Lisa Krouze, an SLP staff member, commented. Although the number of students helping the Frothy Fox varies, there are usually around 10 students work on rotating schedules. Students are usually sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the Structured Learning Program. In the program, students have the opportunity to learn life skills that they'll be able to use later in life. They're able to gain work experience in customer service, making change, preparing menu items, dependability, socialization, and having a good work ethic. In addition to the students, volunteers also help out at the shop. “We have two terrific adult volunteers, Barb Dahlum and Carole Miller,” Sandra Chaney, an SLP assistant, said.
While students are gaining these skills, the shop is also getting a chance to make a difference. Some of the money made by the Frothy Fox is donated, given to help the food drive, the Tree of Giving, and needy families in the area. The rest of the money made is used for scholarships and SLP field trips. This spring, students from the program will be taking a field trip to the Salem Ropes using their profits from this year.
“The community needs to know that several visitors stepping into the school are very surprised and complimentary that we have such a state of the art coffee shop serving the kids and staff,” Krouze said.
Assistant Editor
While many people at Silverton High School have come to appreciate having a coffee shop in the school, not many know about the work that goes on behind the scenes.
The Frothy Fox, which serves teachers and students, is run by the Structured Learning Program staff and students. Drinks found at your favorite coffee shop are offered at the Frothy Fox, although the staff is open to suggestions. Limited available space decides how much the shop is able to offer. The most popular items bought are hot Chai, hot mochas, and flavored ice tea. Every day, the shop serves about 160 people or 800 people a week or 3,200 people a month.
The students and staff also benefit from running the Frothy Fox.
“People look at these drinks as a pick me up, so it feels good to contribute to their day in a positive way,” Lisa Krouze, an SLP staff member, commented. Although the number of students helping the Frothy Fox varies, there are usually around 10 students work on rotating schedules. Students are usually sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the Structured Learning Program. In the program, students have the opportunity to learn life skills that they'll be able to use later in life. They're able to gain work experience in customer service, making change, preparing menu items, dependability, socialization, and having a good work ethic. In addition to the students, volunteers also help out at the shop. “We have two terrific adult volunteers, Barb Dahlum and Carole Miller,” Sandra Chaney, an SLP assistant, said.
While students are gaining these skills, the shop is also getting a chance to make a difference. Some of the money made by the Frothy Fox is donated, given to help the food drive, the Tree of Giving, and needy families in the area. The rest of the money made is used for scholarships and SLP field trips. This spring, students from the program will be taking a field trip to the Salem Ropes using their profits from this year.
“The community needs to know that several visitors stepping into the school are very surprised and complimentary that we have such a state of the art coffee shop serving the kids and staff,” Krouze said.
Meet a Fox - Jackie Wood
By Amanda Maddux
Name: Jackie Wood
What’ your favorite activity to do after school?—why?
Theater. Because it’s fun, awesome and I get to see all my friends more than just at a regular day of school. It really shows the real me.
If you could change one thing about your personality, what would it be?
Not to be shy. Being shy holds you back from a lot of things like getting to know people. I like knowing people because I am a nice person and I want people to know that.
Funniest thing you have ever seen?
One of my best friends spraying Pam on a gas stove while it was running, just to make a “flam torch.” Boys…
Have you ever eaten a crayon? If so, what color, when, and why?
Yes. I have eaten a red crayon in kindergarten. I thought it would taste like cherries.
Have you ever had an injury? If not what was your worst what was done?
Probably when I broke my arm. I fell off a rock that moved from
under my feet.
Name: Jackie Wood
What’ your favorite activity to do after school?—why?
Theater. Because it’s fun, awesome and I get to see all my friends more than just at a regular day of school. It really shows the real me.
If you could change one thing about your personality, what would it be?
Not to be shy. Being shy holds you back from a lot of things like getting to know people. I like knowing people because I am a nice person and I want people to know that.
Funniest thing you have ever seen?
One of my best friends spraying Pam on a gas stove while it was running, just to make a “flam torch.” Boys…
Have you ever eaten a crayon? If so, what color, when, and why?
Yes. I have eaten a red crayon in kindergarten. I thought it would taste like cherries.
Have you ever had an injury? If not what was your worst what was done?
Probably when I broke my arm. I fell off a rock that moved from
under my feet.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Freshmen Study Session
Freshmen, want help studying for finals? Attend the freshmen study session from 3:15 to 5:00 on Monday, Jan. 24 in the Silverton High School Commons.
Friday, January 7, 2011
Jane Kitts: Sports Model
by Grace Hansen
Editor-in-Chief
Shows in today’s culture like America’s Next Top Model often make models appear shallow, risqué and anorexic. While these traits may be true of some models they certainly do not characterize Silverton High’s Jane Kitts.
Kitts, a junior, wanted to prove those stereotypes wrong and become a model ever since she was little.
“One of the first things my agent told me was that modeling wasn’t anything like what you see on reality TV,” Kitts said.
Kitts was approached at several of her track meets last year and asked about modeling, so she decided to go for it. After Kitts had an agent, she had to audition for different companies.
“I tried out for one sports modeling audition where they asked me to spike a volleyball…I didn’t get that audition,” Kitts said laughing.
So far, Kitts has modeled for Nike and Adidas.
“My family likes it that I do sports modeling because in sports modeling you are encouraged to look healthy and toned instead of anorexic,” Kitts said.
Kitts plays soccer for the Lady Foxes and exercises daily to stay fit.
“I also eat really healthy and stay away from stuff like corn syrup. I always have enjoyed eating healthy though, even before I started modeling,” Kitts added.
“The coolest thing about modeling is definitely seeing myself in a magazine,” Kitts said.
Generally models make $150 an hour and each shoot lasts from a couple hours to all day.
“Now that I have a job though, my mom makes me buy all my own clothes and I have to save up for a car,” Kitts said.
Kitts only works about once a month now but she hopes to continue modeling in the future and perhaps make it a career.
“I’m not going to base all my decisions off of modeling though, and I definitely want to go to college and work with kids after I graduate,” Kitts said.
Editor-in-Chief
Shows in today’s culture like America’s Next Top Model often make models appear shallow, risqué and anorexic. While these traits may be true of some models they certainly do not characterize Silverton High’s Jane Kitts.
Kitts, a junior, wanted to prove those stereotypes wrong and become a model ever since she was little.
“One of the first things my agent told me was that modeling wasn’t anything like what you see on reality TV,” Kitts said.
Kitts was approached at several of her track meets last year and asked about modeling, so she decided to go for it. After Kitts had an agent, she had to audition for different companies.
“I tried out for one sports modeling audition where they asked me to spike a volleyball…I didn’t get that audition,” Kitts said laughing.
So far, Kitts has modeled for Nike and Adidas.
“My family likes it that I do sports modeling because in sports modeling you are encouraged to look healthy and toned instead of anorexic,” Kitts said.
Kitts plays soccer for the Lady Foxes and exercises daily to stay fit.
“I also eat really healthy and stay away from stuff like corn syrup. I always have enjoyed eating healthy though, even before I started modeling,” Kitts added.
“The coolest thing about modeling is definitely seeing myself in a magazine,” Kitts said.
Generally models make $150 an hour and each shoot lasts from a couple hours to all day.
“Now that I have a job though, my mom makes me buy all my own clothes and I have to save up for a car,” Kitts said.
Kitts only works about once a month now but she hopes to continue modeling in the future and perhaps make it a career.
“I’m not going to base all my decisions off of modeling though, and I definitely want to go to college and work with kids after I graduate,” Kitts said.
Senior Scholarship Night
By Erin Kelley
Assistant Editor
The time has come for many seniors to begin looking for scholarships, in order to pay for their choice of college.
Senior scholarship night is 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 13 in room E139, the choir room. The event is open to all seniors, whether they’re attending a two year, four year, or community college, or a trade or vocational school. No matter what route seniors are taking, scholarships will be available. Advice will be given to seniors on how to prepare for scholarships, including organization and time management tips. Scholarship committees will be in attendance at the meeting, and will give students their perspective on their expectations for scholarships. Various scholarships will also be available for students to pick up. Students may want to bring a notebook and pen to take notes on they information they’re given.
If seniors are unable to attend the meeting, they can find applications and information on scholarships in the career center. All local scholarships will be available for students on Jan. 13.
Sue Fisher, the career counselor, advises that students applying for scholarships avoid procrastinating, pay attention to details, be honest, and remember that presentation plays a big part of the first impression of an application.
Assistant Editor
The time has come for many seniors to begin looking for scholarships, in order to pay for their choice of college.
Senior scholarship night is 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 13 in room E139, the choir room. The event is open to all seniors, whether they’re attending a two year, four year, or community college, or a trade or vocational school. No matter what route seniors are taking, scholarships will be available. Advice will be given to seniors on how to prepare for scholarships, including organization and time management tips. Scholarship committees will be in attendance at the meeting, and will give students their perspective on their expectations for scholarships. Various scholarships will also be available for students to pick up. Students may want to bring a notebook and pen to take notes on they information they’re given.
If seniors are unable to attend the meeting, they can find applications and information on scholarships in the career center. All local scholarships will be available for students on Jan. 13.
Sue Fisher, the career counselor, advises that students applying for scholarships avoid procrastinating, pay attention to details, be honest, and remember that presentation plays a big part of the first impression of an application.
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