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Volume 1, Issue 2
December
NEWSLETTER
—Inside this issue:
The Middle School
I Said What?
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Points of Interest/ Mystery
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The Middle School Matters
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by Dana, Casey, Virginia
Make a Difference
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Mystery Teacher
“ Last Say” Viewpoints
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SCHOOL SPIRIT / Calen-
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Teen Advice / Student
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Book Review
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We could all use a break!
The time off from school
affords us all the opportunity to refocus our attention on family and friends.
The “pay it forward” campaign is a magic way to
unwrap gifts of generosity
that don’t have to cost you
anything but your time.
However, sometimes we
find ourselves with time on
our hands and not a clue of
what we can do. Unexpectedly boredom sets in and
then too soon we are back
to school. Set some goals
to be the reason for the
season.
Think of creative ways at
home you can lighten someone’s chore or bring a smile
to their face. We would
like to feature your random
acts of kindness in our next
newsletter.
(November: Ms. Witzak)
Birthdays
Student Interview
3
Editor
Ms. Garske
December
Fun Corner
3
11 Madison Gois
14 Kayla Garcia
Message from a friend
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Student Interviews
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Locker Room / Laugh
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Middle School Madness
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Make the most of your vacation. Wake-up early, play
with your little brother or
sister, take the dog for a
walk. Surprise a family
member with an act of
good will.
Points of Interest
• Tracy resident 58 years
• Favorite music—Motown
• A Poet member 15 years
• Confirmed chocoholic
• Pumpkin Spice is her pet
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15 Uriel Aldrete
15 Brooke Bernhardt
18 Taylor Roach
23 Nicholas Germolus
27 Brandi Tuando
30 Nicholas Lopez
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I said what!?
by Kaitlyn and Katrina
Holiday memories
Mrs. Wardell
ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS...
Clothes, new cell phone...Brooke B
Clothes...Preston Jacob
BlackBerry...Cindy Cortez
A Rip Stick...Logan Staggs
Heather Ette Jacket...Deveroux G.
Xbox 360... Terrance Hall
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Draw me! by
Draw Me!
SCHOOL SPIRIT / CALENDAR December / January
Volume 1, Issue 2
Page 2
by Mahak and Amandeep
Viewpoints
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”Last Say” Message Board
Community Day room 28, Mr. Anderson, Wednesday December 17
DECEMBER
JANUARY
by Ysabella, Travis, Orlandria, Eric
19 WINTER DANCE
9 Section 3 enrichment ends 16 Redeem PC Bucks 30
A central bulletin board to house upcoming
events and newsworthy announcements is
a “must have” necessity in the middle
school courtyard. Classroom bell
schedules, test / project/ classroom
announcements, and secret-pal messages
are just a few advantages. A message center would be beneficial for everybody.
19 Lunch with Mr. Maslyar
13 PC Buck Pizza Lunch
19 School closed : MLK Day
22—4 Winter Break
14 Jump Rope Assemblies
27 Student of Month Assembly
The secured case could be hung outdoors
so it can easily be viewed at any time.
Information at a glance accessible to all.
Student Senate could even publicize
upcoming events and opportunities to
volunteer in our community; our own
custom “facebook” uniquely maintained by
the middle school community.
30 Spaghetti Feast, Get Movin’ Night,
Lunch with Mr. Maslyar
Student Senate : “The true spirit of giving”
LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
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Middle School Carnival Booths
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Santa Shop Helpers / Wrapping Booth
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Donation Boxes for the needy
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Recycling collection
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Teacher Helpers
Although graffiti is a concern, most middle
schools have them, besides, we can have a
metal screen plate possibly fitted in place
to protect the outermost surface on
weekends and holidays.
ADVICE COLUMN
By Colby Chase and Melissa Clark
1. Organize papers
2. Tutor elementary students
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Office Support
1. Taking “Spirit” count
Q How do you handle a break-up if they
bad-mouth you afterwards?
A Ignore the person as long as you can and they
will eventually lose interest, but if it becomes a
form of constant harassment, tell a parent or
teacher.
Q How can I improve my grades?
A Go to after school clinics, or meet with a
study buddy, or ask for practice worksheets.
Talk to your teacher about getting extra help;
email your teacher.
Q How can I become more popular?
A According to Webster's Popularity means
well-liked. Teens mistakenly judge other’s by how
many friends you have, and if you are smart, or
how you dress. Popularity is really not the way
to measure “you”. How you feel about yourself,
your self-esteem, matters the most.
ADD TO A PERSON...NEVER TAKE AWAY...MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Making a difference might seem
like work, but not for Poet 7th
grader, Damon Jackson, who
recently reported bright and early
Saturday morning Nov. 13, at 6 AM
sharp to Brentwood’s Sutter Delta
Hospital. He volunteered his time
doing something you’d never expect to see him doing.
He donated volunteer hours
affixing labels to nutrition bars.
Afterwards he passed them out to
BOOK REVIEW:
visitor’s at the hospital and shared
with them the benefits of eating
"No act of kindness, no
matter how small,
is ever wasted"
-- Aesop
healthy snacks.
While it is quite a commute
from Tracy, you might be wondering how he ever became interested
in volunteering at a medical facility
Protecting Marie by Kevin Henke’s
If you’ve ever wondered why no one will
listen to you, then you’ll easily relate to
Fanny. Twelve-year old Fanny loved her dog,
Nellie, but her “artist” dad gave it away when
it wouldn’t fit into his organized world.
Their relationship was founded on betrayal
and then distrust, but it is put to the test
once again. This is a story about wanting,
getting, and realizing that nothing is that easy.
Will he get rid of the new puppy, Dinner, or
has he given up some of his cruel ways? It is a
sad story but at the same time happy.
Getting to know Fanny is like reminiscing
with an old friend; she loves cookie baking,
ice skating, and opening presents. Will her
father will ever realize what a neat kid she is?
The author, Kevin Henkes, has also
written The Birthday Room, Sun and Spoon,
Two Under Par, Words of Stone, The Zebra
Wall, and Olive’s Ocean, so you may have
heard of him. This is definitely a book you’ll
want to reread.
in Brentwood. As it turns out his
mom works for the hospital, so he is
not there alone. His shift was from
6 AM to 3 PM, so he was able to
clock in 9 hours credited to 20 hours
of community service AVID students
commit to when they interview for
the class.
In addition, Damon’s kindness certainly made a difference in the health
of many people he came into contact
with while volunteering.
-by Melissa Dedora
by Destiny and Sierra
Middle School Tutoring
English
7th Irwin - Any day after school
8th Garske - Remediation/Monday :Spelling
Clinic Retake Tests/Wednesday
Any day after school / Practice
worksheets
History
- Thursday 3-4 (In January)
Math
- T,W,TH 3:05-4:00
Science
- T,TH 3:05-4:00
Fun Corner
LOCKER ROOM: Play-off predictions
by Janae, Nick, Josh, Karman
AFC East
AFC South
AFC North
Miami Dolphins
Tennessee Titans
Pittsburgh Steelers Denver Broncos
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I K O O C E Y
E I O E H O R
Word Search
CANDYCANE
APPLE PIE
PRESENTS
MISTLETOE
REINDEER
STOCKINGS
SLEIGH
SANTA
SNOW
COOKIES
MESSAGE FROM A
FRIEND by Mehak and Amandeep
1. Alyssa, Wat u doing over break?
-Your friend carlos g
2. Oshane Walker, I hope you have an awesome winter break .
-Anonymous
3. HOLA! Emily, Lilly, Curtis, Alina, Ashley,
and other people that I can’t think of right
now :) — -Merry Christmas Jannah
4. Have a great Christmas. You’re my best
friend so keep it real. Say hi to the family.
-Lov U Kasy BF
5. Happy Birthday Taylor Roach
-Best Wishes Angie Vaccarezza
6. Taylor Juarez, Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year! Hope all your wishes
come true! Enjoy the time off cause when
you come back it’s time to learn!f
-from F.L
7. Oshane, Have a happy and fun Christmas.
Love you always.
-Patrick
8. Merry Christmas Toni, Your a good friend
-Love Ashley
9. Hey Taylor, hope you have an awesome
b-day. You’re the best!
-Brooke B
10. Merry Christmas Angie and Brooke
-from Thomas
11. I hope Kassandra, Jordan, Taylor, Toni,
Curtis, has a good Christmas.
-Noel
12. Angie Luv ya
-Ysabella
13. Marsaleno, What’s up!
-DeEiris
14. Destiny, You are awesome
-Sierra
15. Adriana Duran, Yu are my bestie; love
ya as a friend.
-Melissa Dedora
16. Chezka, Shannon, Marisol ILY,U are
awesome
-Adrianna
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AFC West____
AFC Wildcard : Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens
NFC East
NFC South
NFC North
NFC West____
NY Giants
Carolina Panthers
Chicago Bears
Arizona Cardinals
NFC Wildcard: Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Washington Redskins
Heisman Prediction — Survey of Poet students
Tim Tebun 11%, Sam Bradford33%, Colt McCoy 56%
Make me Laugh! by DeEiris and Terrance
How did Frosty the Snowman get sick? He caught a cold.
What do reindeer say before telling you a joke ? This one will sleigh you !
Why couldn't the skeleton go to the Christmas Party ?He had no body to go with!
HO!HO!HO!
MERRY
CHRISTMAS!
OH!OH!OH!
MARRY
CHRISTMAS
SEEING DOUBLE!
Find 11 differences
SOLUTION: 1. eyes widened 2. ear,3. hat shortened, 4. bow on gift, .5.buttons added, 6. band on football
7. button on sleeve, 8. Back leg longer, 9. eyebrows, 10. smaller nose, 11.CHRISTMAS MESSAGE :
OH!OH!OH! Marry Christmas
HONEYHAM RUDOLPH
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by Dario, Damon, Travis, Lucas
Student Interview by SHANNON CAREY
Student Interview by LUKE JOHNSON
Q How long have you been playing volleyball?
Q How long have you played the saxophone?
A I’ve been playing for about 3 years.
A 3 years, I just have to remember not to
Q What is your favorite position in volleyball?
A Middle or setting is my favorite.
leave it at school.
Q What is the most difficult part of playing volleyQ Who got you interested
ball?
in playing?
A Managing hitting and blocking; about timing.
Q What was the most difficult position to learn?
A My cousin, he also plays.
A Outside hitter.
Q What is the most diffiQ How many times do you have to go to practice?
cult thing about playing an
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Three times a week
instrument?
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Do you plan on playing in high
school?
A Reading music notes is tough.
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Yes hopefully.
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Is it hard to manage homework, Q How many performances have you played
in?
volleyball, and free time?
A Yes, because I have too much homework and
A Seven so far.
practice
Q When does the season begin and how do you
Q Will you play in high school?
prepare for a game?
A Yes!
A I do stretching, hitting, and arm stretches and
the season begins in early January and ends in June. Interviews by Adrianna and Sharolyn
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Poet Press: Middle School Madness
MSM Holiday Trivia
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Where was I when I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus?
What was the name of Rudolph's dogsled driving friend?
Who said "God Bless Us, Every One!"?
What carol contains line "O tidings of comfort and joy"?
Name the three reindeer whose names begin with a "D"?
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What was the first gift my true love sent on the sixth day
Of Christmas?
In what city did Miracle on 34th Street take place?
In The Night Before Christmas, stockings were hung?
What is the last ghost called in A Christmas Carol?
What color is the Grinch?
How many pipers piping did my true love give to me?
What was Rudolph's punishment for his red nose?
What holiday drink contains sugar, milk, and eggs?
What popular bite-sized chocolate candy is wrapped
in red and green foil at Christmas?
St. Nick's beard is like what feature of winter?
Name the two reindeer whose name begins with a "C
What carol contains the word "Fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la"?
What did the Grinch use as a substitute for reindeer?
Who were nestled snug in their beds?
What 1990 movie told of a boy's experience when two men
break into his house during Christmas?
What glittery bits of metal are hung on a Christmas tree?
What is Charlie Brown's complaint about Christmas?
Counting Rudolph, how many reindeer are there?
What did Rudolph never get to join in?
What carol is known as the counting song?
What type of canned pie filling is a big seller
at Christmastime?
What three characters sing "The Chipmunk Song"?
What song was originally titled "One Horse Open
Sleigh"?
What is Frosty's nose made of?
How does Scrooge improve Cratchit's life the day after
Christmas?
What country started the tradition of exchanging gifts?
Name the reindeer whose name begins with a "B"?
Visions of what dance in children's heads?
How many times is the name of Santa Claus used in
"The Night Before Christmas"?
What is the most popular tree topper?
What snack is often left out for Santa?
Who wrote "The Night Before Christmas?
What do most elves wear on the tips of their shoes?
After red and green, what are the two most popular
Christmas colors?
What song does a caroler sing outside Scrooge's office?
What two words are normally pre-printed on gift tags?
Where was Mommy when she was kissing Santa Claus?
On every street corner you hear what song?
Where did Santa land his sleigh in
"The Night Before Christmas"?
What is the name of the first reindeer Santa calls in The
Night Before Christmas?
What is the name of the most famous Christmas ballet
Who wrote A Christmas Carol?
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SOLUTION
White Christmas"
Ebenezer
On the Stairs
Yukon Cornelius
Tiny Tim
"God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"
Dasher, Donder, Dancer
Six geese a-laying
New York
By the chimney
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Green
Eleven
Could not play in reindeer games
Eggnog
Hershey's Kisses
Snow
Comet and Cupid
"Deck the Halls"
His dog
The children
Home Alone
Tinsel
It is too commercialized
Nine
Reindeer games
"The Twelve Days of Christmas"
Pumpkin
Alvin, Theodore, and Simon
"Jingle Bells"
A button
He gives him a raise
Italy (Romans)
Blitzen
Sugarplums
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Angel
Cookies
Clement C. Moore
Bells
Silver and gold
"God Rest You Merry Gentlemen"
To, From
Underneath the mistletoe
"Silver Bells"
Upon the roof
Dasher
The Nutcracker
Charles Dickens
What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
What was Scrooge's first name?
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