Friday, October 30, 2009

Ecliptic Times: Vol I, Issue V

Ecliptic Times:
The Life, Times, and Happenings of the Sophomores of MHS
Vol I, Issue V
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Issue 5
I have had to strive
to make

Contributors (Awesome People)
I am the only guy. There are no girls.

Paper News. News that you can use.
Have a happy Halloween, everyone!

School Life
Congratulations to PE teacher Mr. Zamudio for his new baby boy! I
don't yet know his name. Anyone out there know? I'll put you in the contributors section, but, sadly, no prizes.
I almost forgot! Epic Battle: The Fight for Supremacy welcomes new member Shivam Dave! He is just one of many kids experiencing how awesome this awesome thing is. We have two dungeons, AWESOMEZ, and leveling up! How awesome is that? Epically awesome.

Bragger's Box
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I got the polyatomic ions quiz right on my second try. Did you beat that? Tell me!
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Contests
Uberfarmer has taken the lead by noticing my mistake last Friday. With 2 points, he is in line for FIVE DOLLARS.

Distractions. Links for the procrastinators.
Here are some videos about air quality and pollution. (Almost definitely!)

Story Time
Chapter One, part 1
It was a dark and stormy night as Jaroa, the changeling, stepped into the streets of Brookshine. It was different from when he had last seen it. It seemed darker, colder, and it felt like all life had been drained from it. The only building with any obvious activity was the factory in the center of the town. It was oozing black smoke, and looked cruel and unusual amongst the cottages dotting the main road. Remembering why he was here, Jaroa started running down the road. But his body started to undergo a remarkable transformation. "Not now!" yelled Jaroa, but he could do nothing to stop it. He teeth became fangs, his legs shortened, his body stretch, and he grew iridescent fur. For Jaroa, being a changeling, could change into any form he desired. But he was young, and in training, and could not properly control his transformation. So when he thought "speed", his body transformed into a cheetah, the animal he considered the fastest on Earth. As he sped towards town, he remembered the letter he had received calling him to Brookshine. It was from Daniela. It was from another changeling. It was from his sister.

Best Quote Heard on Campus
No one ever answered to polls, so I replaced it with this. This week's quote:
"Man, it's cold as Hell."

Closing Thoughts
I never have received really any feedback from you guys. I want this to be a paper shaped around your likes and dislikes, but it really just seems to be me. Please, if you ever have anything to say, tell me. I'll appreciate it.

fin

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We can dance if we want to. We can leave your friends behind. Because your friends don't dance, and if they don't dance, then they're no friends of mine.

Friday, October 23, 2009

Ecliptic Times: Vol I, Issue IV

Ecliptic Times:
The Life, Times, and Happenings of the Sophomores of MHS
Vol I, Issue IV
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Issue 4
is at your door
metaphor
ically

Contributors (Awesome People)
A shout out to NO ONE.

Paper News. News that you can use.
Unfortunately, both the editors, writers, artists, and all other staff of the paper have been sick like the entire week. So please forgive everyone if today's issue is not quite up to the usual level of awesomeness.

School Life
I don't even know what happened at MHS! That's what happens when I'm not there.

Bragger's Box
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No one bragged this week
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Contests
Uberfarmer and Mirror McGuy are tied with 1 point each. Keep it up!

Distractions. Links for the procrastinators.
Go here. NOW
CLICKY CLICKY

Story Time
Looks like its gonna be Jaroa, unless any names are suggested this week. Story starts next Friday.

Polls
Do you ever answer to polls?
I received an overwhelming number of NO responses. The polls will be closing next week.

Closing Thoughts
My mom called the school and asked if there had been any reported cases of swine flu, and they said no. She works in the city though, and was later talking to one of her friends about swine flu, and he said schools are not allowed, by Carl Black, the superintendent, to disclose any information about swine flu, and to tell people who ask there have been no cases. How's that for something to think about? Looks like I'm not the only thing that's sick here.

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Sick on many levels. Think about it.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Ecliptic Times: Vol I, Issue III

Ecliptic Times:
The Life, Times, and Happenings of the Sophomores of MHS
Vol I, Issue III
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Issue 3
is the issue thee
will read

Contributors (Awesome People)
Once again, no contributors! If you want an awesome newspaper, you have to let me know what you want!

Paper News. News that you can use.
This paper is already getting bigger, and people are reading it and sometimes even writing things about it! But it is not you at the point of awesomeness... for that, I will need some kind of advertisement. Word-of-mouth is good and all, but I'm only on 44 people's Buddy Lists! If you are interested in helping me expand this growing coolness, let me know! Also, for all of those crazy people out there, if you want to advertise to, it would really help. Just saying.

School Life
Once again, I mention Epic Battle: The Fight for Supremacy! Do you like elemental gunners? Undead warlocks? Mathematical sequences fighting world-eating slug colonies? The three of us are looking for one more player to round it out and maybe have some tournaments. Not really sure what it's actually like? All existing characters are being compiled and will soon be in a Google doc, which I will link to next Issue. I am sure as soon as you see it, you will realize how awesome it is!
PSAT TOMORROW! In case you don't know, show up at 7:45 at the counseling offices of MHS. You will then be directed to the class where you will be taking the test. Bring a pencil, eraser, pen, calculator, your ID, and your reciept. The test will end at approximately 12:00, but you can leave as soon as you're done.
HAI GUYZ. WHO LOVED THE RALLY?? A: No one. With apologies to all of you spirit-minded people out there (all two of you) our class has terrible spirit. Why would we have good spirit when we have lame t-shirts, stupid rallies, and no one else in our class trying? A: WE WOULDN'T.
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You guys can all cheer and clap for Christine Nguyen, the braggingest person to ever be in the Bragger's Box. Here are her scores.
94% AP WORLD TEST
100% LAB REPORT
Hooray for you. Jerk.
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Contests
Joseph Ou: In line to win five dollars from the "Find Mistakes" contest. He hasn't even found any mistakes, guys! But he's the only one who has at least told me he tried to find mistakes. If you do at least that, you will be tied. The five dollars will be split if there is a tie.

Distractions. Links for the procrastinators.
Lets enjoy the wonderful world of webcomics!
Dinosaur Comics
Dr. McNinja
XKCD
And the rather long but infinitely epic Rice Boy!

All guaranteed to waste hours of time. At least for me anyway.
Have fun!

Story Time
No name suggestions. For shame. If none are received, I will default to Jaroa.

Polls
Here is your daily poll question.
Do you ever answer to polls?
Yes or No.
Who is the most awesome teacher at MHS?
No entries were received! The answer defualts to Ms. Tseng.

Closing Thoughts
My parents are heckling me to go to bed! Good luck on the PSAT, everyone!

fin

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Horatio Caine: Man of the infinite one-liners and infinitely awesome shades.

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Ecliptic Times: Vol I, Issue II

Ecliptic Times:
The Life, Times, and Happenings of the Sophomores of MHS
Vol I, Issue II
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It's finally here!
Yup. The first real issue of Ecliptic Times is up!I know you can't wait to get to all the awesomeness that's sure to follow this intro paragraph, but... well... get right to it! I'm not stopping you! Most issues will follow this basic format, just so you know.

Contributors (Awesome People)
There are no other contributors besides me in this issue! As always, anything you want to say, let me know!

Paper News. News that you can use.
Sorry for getting out this issue so late, (especially since it's first one!) but things have been crazy for the editor staff today! I am thinking to start updating on Fridays instead, while all the fresh school gossip is in my head and I'm not completely exhausted from the weekend! But this paper is still in early stages; it's alright to have problems like that! So for all of you loyal followers, look for Issue III out on Friday!

School Life
As far as I can see or remember, nothing really awesome happened at school last week! Some minor things:
Epic Battle: The Fight for Supremacy is the new awesome turn-based battle game that has already started sweeping the school! For more information, or to join this awesome game, speak to me, Justin Vu, or Jeremy Westover.
Soccer Conditioning: For all of you guys that love soccer out there, conditioning for the JV team has started! While I am probably the only one who really cares about that, just thought I'd let you all know!

Bragger's Box
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The box is for all of you braggers out there? Think you got one of the highest scores on the AP test? Think you just did more awesome than some other guy and wanna let the whole world know? Drop me a line, and I'll put it up here. So everyone can hate you.
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Contests
So far, Joseph Ou is winning the contest, as he is the only one who has even tried to find a mistake, or at least the only one who has told me anything. Gratz, Joseph. You are going to win FIVE DOLLARS.

Distractions. Links for the procrastinators.
Here are some random yet awesome videos and sites and stuff that will waste the whole day away, or at least an hour.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sqz5dbs5zmo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Csj7vMKy4EI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb2GmBkkaTU
http://www.mspaintadventures.com/
http://www.kongregate.com/

Have fun!

Story Time
Stories are for kids, silly guy! Not anymore, I say. I plan to craft an epic story, but will not be able to do it without your help! I have the basic plan, but I need a name. Give me a name for the main character, and it will be featured in the story! I know how totally awesome that is. Story starts next week!

Polls
Here is your daily poll question.
Who is the most awesome teacher at MHS?
It is free answer style, but I will only show the highest three results!

Closing Thoughts
What a lame issue, you must be thinking. Well, if you are thinking that, then it is your fault! Remember, I take contributions, I take comments, I take most anything you can think of! So send it to me and get it put in here for the whole world to see!

fin

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Is not looking at the explosions behind him.



Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Ecliptic Times: Vol I, Issue I

Ecliptic Times:
The Life, Times, and Happenings of the Sophomores of MHS
Vol I, Issue I
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What is this?
This, my friend, is a blog. You've probably already figured that out by now. But this is not a blog of my life, not a blog of me whining and wishing I had more friends, and letting out all my personal feelings, or whatever most people do on a blog. This is a blog of the students, for the students, by, well... mostly by me, but there will be many contributions from you.

What will an issue be like?
The issues, which will for the most part come out weekly on Saturdays, will have everything: polls, websites, contests (where, yes, there will be prizes), important dates, test help, stories about student life... you get the picture. The best parts will be that which you contribute. See something here you don't like? See something you would like here? See a poll? Let me know! Also, for all of those who may want to, I accept contributors: write an article, submit it, and get it published here!

Why are you doing this? Also, who are you?
I'll answer the second question first. I am Ecliptic Hero, a sophomore at MHS. If you've gotten here, you probably already know who I am, but if you don't, find out! It shouldn't be that hard. As to the first question? I hope to be a writer when I grow up (crazy, I know), and this will be a good first step. In addition, I hope to be in journalism next year, and this will be a great way to practice.

How do I contact you?
There are a few ways to do this. One, leave a comment right here on the blog. If you don't want to do that, you could always send an email to me at dlibrande@gmail.com . This would be recommended for all of the longer things you might want to say. Finally, if you just want to say "hey I read that thing you put up lol" contact me on AIM: sn= Ecliptichero . For all of those wondering just exactly "Ecliptic" means, is is like "of an eclipse"! And no, it is not a real word.

Got any other questions? Got any comments? Just want to hate on me and this edition? Let me know! Any and all feedback is welcomed and encouraged!

Finally, I am hereby announcing the first contest! I am pretty sure about my writing abilities. Not to be conceited or anything, but I feel I write fairly well. So here's the deal: if you find a major mistake, and I mean like really important (not that I forgot to capitalize an I or something), be the first one to tell me. At the end of Vol I, which will be sometime around Christmas, the person who has caught the most errors will win 5$!!!! I am not even joking here. I am 100% serious. But remember, my closing comment is also off limits.

Well, that's it for the first issue. Regular updates start Sunday!

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where doing it man. where MAKING IT HAPEN