Vol 4, Issue 6 - Santa Ana Unified School District

Volume 4, Issue 6 June 7th, 2013
THE GRIZZLY GAZETTE
Godinez Fundamental High School, 3002 Centennial Road, Santa Ana, CA 92704
In 2011, two sophomores carried
a box of candy onto the GFHS campus to
raise money for their own benefit. The candy
cartel soon broke out and a group of students
started to sell to earn money for retreats, spirit
packs, Christmas presents, and various other
needs. With sports bags filled with chips and
candy, the candy cartel has become a part of
our everyday lives on the GFHS campus.
There are vending machines and concession
carts selling low calorie chip bags and
healthy drinks that brings Godinez a steady
source of income for the past couple of years.
However, the candy cartel has depleted the
money source going into the school, and over
the past two years on average is selling approximately
1,000 items per week.
Vera Montejano, Lunch Supervisor,
states that their concessionary stands use to
make $600-700 dollars a day, but now they are
averaging $150-250. While inside the cafeteria,
an estimated $1500 was made a day but now it
has been reduced to around $800.
Montejano comments, “Parents should
complain about this situation. We are losing
money and it is not benefiting the school.”
The candy cartel has what the school
cannot provide, and that is a variety of snacks
and junk food that the school is forbidden to
sell. The basic supply and demand keeps the
cartel running strong, no matter how the school
pursues to stop it.
The structure is basic: one supplier
gathers 6 students to work for him, and each
salesman sells around 120 to 250 items per
The average student debt for
graduating college seniors in 2013 is $35,
200. If that sounds scary to you, that’s
because it is. Many upcoming college
freshman are taking on student loans
without thought.
Multiple teachers here at Godinez
have dealt with loans, like Mrs. Nicole
Gharda, Ms. J. Tacconelli, and Mr. Luke
MacLennan.
Mrs. Gharda took out a total of
$29,000 in loans to pay tuition at the
University of Virginia and get her teaching
credential. She stresses that loans are
worth all the years spent having to pay
them back.
“It’s absolutely worth it, it’s what
helps you pay for work,” she says, “paying
it back will be the easiest check you
can write every month.” She advises
students to investigate funding opportunities
to pay off the loans during school
because she was able to pay off part of her
tuition by teaching classes at the university.
Having taken out over $100,000 in
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Candy Cartel
By Brian Linzaga
week. They typically get paid between $30 and
$80 dollars a week, depending on the generosity
of the boss. Senior Sammy Tapia claims,
“I have quite a few sellers, each sells a certain
amount. I pay them based on how much they
sell a week.”
Compared to working at a fast food restaurant,
it is beneficial for students to sell and
attend school at the same time. There are no
real work hours which allows for extra activities
on the weekends and after school.
The whole economics works as a pyramid:
the supplier supplies the goods, the workers
sell the goods, the boss pays the workers,
and the students consume for their own benefit.
In this whole pyramid, the school does not
18 & in Debt
By Karina Servin & Andrea Guillen
(Inforgraphic courtesy
of Hugo Salgado)
Students buying candy from a dealer (Photo
courtesy of Brian Linzaga)
loans to attend boarding school, San Diego
State University, and Chapman University, Ms.
Tacconnelli knows a thing or two about loans.
With a monthly payment of $250, she won’t be
gain any profit; in fact, they are losing money
to the candy cartels.
Crackdown on the illegal candy market
has increased over the past two years, with
increasingly harsher consequences. Senior Michael
Martinez explains, “I’ve gotten caught
twice already and received Saturday school.”
Many students have had their bags
tak-
en away
and “The school does the office
has kept
not gain any profit;
the
goods
that in fact, they are losing
money to the legal for
were in
the
bags. It
is
the
candy cartels.”
school to
search a
stu-
dent’s
bag for this purpose, and administration has
been doing inspections when there is probable
cause.
It is a cycle: full employment means
many sellers at school and as students get
caught, a decrease in sellers occur. Eventually,
cartels start selling again and the cycle starts
over.
As the school year comes to an end, the
seniors that started this black market have no
choice but to end the cartel that they started,
however, they are leaving a trace of the market
with individual underclassmen.
If there is a market where money can
be made, it will be made even if students get
caught.
finished paying her debt until 2030. Her
advice to students considering loans is
not to be afraid of debt. “It’s obvious
that debt will affect your” said Tacconelli.
Tacconelli also urges students to be
wary of co-signing a loan with someone,
in fact, she urges them never to co-sign
a loan, unless it’s your child. It can ruin
your credit when the other person stops
paying the bills and all the responsibility
falls on you instead of 50/50.
In an interview with Mr. MacLennan,
he stressed the importance of paying on
time because “the loan companies will
ruin you if you don’t.”
Another word of advice from him is to
never consolidate with a spouse. The
definition of consolidation is “When
married students consolidate their loans
together, each spouse becomes responsible
for the full amount of the loan, and
the loans can’t be separated.”
Continued on Page 5
Harvard Bound Pg. 3
Tonight’s Dream Pg. 6-7
What Grinds My Gears
Pg. 10
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Volume 4, Issue 6
Doctor Robert Engle is currently the
only French teacher at Godinez and consequently,
carries a large responsibility. Having
taught French at Godinez for the past
five years, Engle had a desire to change the
way the program was taught due to weaknesses
he saw in his French classes with the
speaking abilities of his students.
“They do fine in reading and analysis,”
he states, “but [the students] aren’t
speaking the way they should be.”
As a result, Engle went to Toronto,
Canada, to learn and adopt a new style of
teaching and implement the program with
his first year French students that has a
strong emphasis on speaking.
Slightly worried that this style might
negatively impact the students, Engle carried
on to great success.
“The French National Test scores went
up,” Engle proudly remarks, as there are now
eight students, six of which are first year students,
who are ranked among the top 100,000
American high school students that took the
test. While focusing more on oratory
French, this method has proven to boost test
As the school year comes to an end
many seniors are not only saying goodbye to
Godinez. They are saying goodbye to their
friends and family. Here are a few of our Godinez
seniors and what they will miss most about
high school.
Fortino Noveron- “I will miss
hanging out with my friends
during lunch since this might
be the last time I will see them
all together.”
Jesus Garcia- “I definitely will
not miss the food. For sure, I
will miss the sports especially
Track and Field and Cross
Country. Also, all the teachers
and coaches that helped me, as
well as my friends that I won’t be able to see
CAMPUS NEWS
What Hurts The Most Is Saying Goodbye!
By Vi Luong
As the year ends and we say goodbye to
the seniors of 2013, we also say goodbye to two
“Original Grizzly” teachers. For over 30 years,
Spanish teachers, Jose Salcedo and Raul Villarreal,
have enjoyed seeing numerous students
make the transition from children to young
adults but they believe it is time to take the
next step.
Due to personal reasons, Spanish teacher,
Mr. Jose Salcedo is retiring after 34 years
of teaching. When we asked about his future
plans Salcedo mentioned, “It is to spend time
with my family, friends and help out community
institutions; such as orphanages and
churches.”
One of the greatest pleasures Salcedo
had as a teacher was “ motivating [my] students
to pursue higher education... because
education is the key to the future. With it you
can fulfill your dreams.”
Regarding his retirement his family
is happy, but at the same time, jealous. His
daughter thinks he is too young to retire.
Et Tu Parle?
By Julian Medranda & Araceli Nevarez
This years French visitors (Photos courtesy of Chester Maharaj)
scores along with class grades.
“They speak with ease, and I am extremely
impressed,” Engle says.
In addition to the revamped method
of teaching, the French program also brought
eight students from several regions of France to
Godinez for two weeks this spring.
Freddy Jimenez and Alfonso Garcia,
French III students, hosted François Hiltpold,
a student interested in culinary arts. Hosting a
after high school.”
Frank Cabada- “I will miss
being able to see my friends
every day, and having events
that bring us all closer together
like the Friday night football
games, and all the dances that
we have. I will also miss the teachers that are
able to make my day even through my hardest
times.”
Jenny Vargas- “I’m going to
miss my friends and all of the
teachers that have helped me
get into college. My counselors
for always guiding me in the
right direction and most importantly Mr. Tena
and Mr. Marting for helping me becoming the
person I am today.”
Adios, Maestros!
By Fernando Pantalon & Ana Villanueva
Mr. Villarreal enjoying his last year as a teacher
(Photos courtesy of Ana Villanueva)
Salcedo has enjoyed seeing the progress his
students have made since freshman to senior
year. When asked if he was satisfied with his
accomplishments he stated “Yes! there might
be a lot of work involved, but in the end it is
worth it.”
Spanish teacher, Mr. Raul Villarreal has
been teaching for 30 years and he has enjoyed
the “journey” as he described it. He thinks it is
French student, Jimenez says, “opened
[his] eyes on how American and French
cultures differ.” Jimenez states that they
loved the things that Californians generally
take for granted, such as In-N-Out
Burger and Disneyland.
Some of the hosts went to Disneyland
with their French students, such as
Jimenez and Hiltpold, the week before
the French students’ departure. They
went on rides such as Tower of Terror
that Hiltpold claimed to really enjoy.
Marin Loutre, hosted by Jose Hernandez,
states that “Society is different,” in
regards to American and French society
as a whole. “School is more modern in
the U.S. compared to France.” He continues,
saying, “I would definitely return to the U.S., it
was very fun! I will miss the people I met and
the places I visited.”
Engle plans to continue the French program
with speaking as an emphasis and French
students visiting every year. Based on the success
and great experiences that were provided
for his students, it’s safe to say that the French
program will continue to thrive.
Jessica Rosiles- “Definitely my
friends because some of them are
going to go to different places.
I’m going to miss dancing, my
dance friends and the team, as
well as all the wonderful memories I have
made here. I’m also going to miss how if you
fail a test, you can make it up later, unlike in
college. ”
Solmayra Bermudez- “I’m going
to miss all the school activities
that we do, like dances,
ASB, and dance team. Overall,
I’m going to miss everything
because you worked so hard the
past four years to make memories and buildup
friendships, and they will all be gone.”
(Photos courtesy of Vi Luong)
time to move on to the next stage of his life. Villarreal
is planning to travel, write poetry, and
dabble in photography. Despite his retirement,
Villarreal will continue to teach, but not in the
traditional classroom. Villarreal explained he
plans to share his knowledge with everyone
who may need his help.
When asked what his family thought of
his retirement, he said “It is an exciting moment
for them, they’re happy, and they also
want to enjoy the journey.” Prior to teaching
at Godinez, Villarreal taught in other Santa
Ana Unified School District schools including
: Santa Ana High School, Cesar Chavez , Community
Day and for a time at a driving school.
As a teacher, Villarreal said he feels “ very satisfied,”
mentioning that ,“ Iteaching was a very
unique experience.”
After being with us for so long, both
Mr. Salcedo and Villarreal will be dearly
missed. Regardless of what they decide to do
after retirement, they will always hold a special
place at Godinez Fundamental High School.
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Volume 4 Issue 6
On March 28, 2013, one
of our very own Grizzlies made
history by being the 1st GFHS
student to receive admission to
Harvard University on a full ride
scholarship.
In receiving news of her
acceptance, Noemi Urquiza, was
ecstatic and stunned at the fact
that she had just gone through
the most rigorous admission
process in the nation. Teachers
were also in the room with her,
including Mrs. Nicole Gharda,
who raved in Noemi’s bliss. Others
ran into the room after hearing
the chaos and were relieved
to receive word that they were
screams of joy.
Noemi had done it. She
took the risk of receiving rejection
and came out victorious. She
landed a spot in the most esteemed university
in the United States.
Noemi had decided to wait to surprise
her parents at open house. But, once she saw
her mother she immediately caved and spilled
the news. She stated in tears, “ I didn’t think
you were going to a school that far away, I
thought you’d stay here in California.” She
later told her father over the phone because he
had the graveyard shift at work.
Harvard flew Noemi out in mid April
to the campus, which coincidently was the
same week of the Boston terrorist attacks.
Eager to visit, Noemi swallowed her
fear and decided to board a plane to Boston.
She ignored the posing possibility of bombing
threats.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Urquiza asked her,
CAMPUS NEWS
Harvard Bound
By Steven Cortez
Everybody Has A Story: Raymon Villa
Sweeney, the Dirty Hippie, Charlie.
He has been called many names since 2009
but you would never know that senior,
Raymon Villa, an introverted student who at
first glance seems intimidating, would be an
amazing actor who is not only sociable but
also extremely humble.
Starting off the day with a cup of joe,
this 18 year old senior gets to school before
most, having zero period musical theater and
on most evenings doesn’t get home until six.
After being referred to a handbell
choir at a local church by Ms. Jeanette Mac-
Mahon Villa instantly loved it. “It has taught
me to be a better musician. It’s difficult but
it’s one of those things that you just can’t
stop doing.”
McMahon has greatly inspired Villa,
“she has helped me a lot throughout the
years and her sheer determination to help us
improve makes me want to be the best actor
that I can be.”
McMahon has the same feeling
towards Villa stating, “he is an amazing actor
, he is genuine and grealty humble. You
would expect to see an actor as great as he
is be a bit obnoxious but that is not the case
with him.”
His first production here at Godinez
was as the Dirty Hippie in “The Murder in
the Knife Room” but he has become a Godinez
celebrity with his spectacular job in “The
Demon Barber of Fleet Street: Sweeney Todd”.
“I knew that Raymon had to participate
in the musical. Before we did the show I went
up to him and told him ‘you have to be in it
to win it’ and his work was more than anyone
Noemi during her visit to Boston (Photos courtesy of Noemi Urquiza)
“Are you sure you still want to visit the school?
It’s so chaotic right now.” Noemi responded,
“Yes, I’m sure, I have to visit the university
at some point, this isn’t going to prevent me
from going. Boston is probably the safest city in
America right now, “
Soon after Noemi boarded a plane
straight to Boston International Airport she was
greeted by SWAT teams and military personnel
that put the airport under lockdown until
further notice.
The city’s public transportation was
suspended and citizens were subjugated until
the roaming assailant was captured. Noemi
found other stranded students and spent the
time reading the news of what was occurring.
“5 hours had passed and they finally
fed us,” said Noemi. Right after, Harvard representatives
requested them to book a flight to
By Jocelyn Alvardo
Raymon getting into character (Photo courtesy of Jocelyn Alvarado)
coudld ask for” stated Macmahon when talking
about Villa’s Performance in Sweeney Todd.
At two of the three showings of Sweeney
Todd Villa received a standing ovation, a
testament to how amazing this actor is.
leave Boston and they would
cover the cost. But without a
smartphone, Noemi decided
to wait it out because she
really didn’t have any other
choice.
Time passed and she
found the Assistant Dean of
the university, who offered
to give her a ride. She arrived
to a campus of solemn
sadness and utter emptiness.
It seemed desolate like the
winter that traps the students
indoors.
Finally, word got out
that the manhunt had ended.
The campus bloomed with
life because of the news and
Noemi was left in awe.
Now back home she was
faced with one of the most
difficult decisions in her life. She had to choose
between Stanford University, who had also offered
her a full ride, and obviously Harvard.
Noemi had also received acceptances
from a number of other universities including:
Notre Dame, Brown, Stanford, UC Berkeley,
and UCLA.
After much deliberation, she is set to go
to Harvard this fall. She was already anticipating
the, “ culture shock because there aren’t
many people that are Mexican-American at
school, everyone who falls under the Hispanic
ethnicity are from other countries.”
Working hard in school for the last four
years and working hard to visit the campus,
Noemi had come to the realization that she was
beginning a new chapter in her life, a chapter
that will begin this fall in Massachusetts.
Villa is definietely a hard worker and
has “extremely focused” qualities that he will
need to utilize once he is in college. He is majoring
in Musical Theater at California State
University Fullerton.
His hard work and commitment to the
theater has not been unnoticed however, as
he has been nominated as the best lead actor
by the Orange County Cappies, a compilation
of student theater critics, for his role as
Charlie Baker in “The Foreigner.”
Villa was also awarded the Greg Rankin
Visual and Performing Arts award at the
senior awards on Thursday May 30.
Villa isn’t used to the spotlight commenting,
“it was weird that people wanted to
take a picture with me. I had people coming
up to me saying, ‘Hey Sweeney!’ I’m a rather
introverted person so it was definitely something
I had to get comfortable with.”
Villa first started acting in elementary
school with a small role in a school production
of “The Gold Rush.” Once at MacArthur
Intermediate, Villa earned bigger roles in
“Annie” and Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer
Night’s Dream.” His family has been very
supportive of his acting career, coming to
every one of his shows.
“I’m lucky that I have parents like them
because I know that some kids don’t get this
much support from their family, especially
when it’s the arts that they are interested
in,” stated Villa.
This talented actor is definitely going
places and when he is winning an Oscar or a
Tony we can say that he was once a Godinez
Grizzly.
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Volume 4, Issue 6
Connecticut
Brian Linzaga
Kevin Reyes
Wabash
Diego Valdivia
Alan Ortiz
Casper College
Adan Servin
University of Pennsylvania
Elizabeth Bautista
Denison
Derick Saldana
Stefanie Vargas
Amherst
Irma Zamora
Allegheny
Magdalena Nunez
Cynthia Simental
CAMPUS NEWS
College Bound 2013
By Gloria Mojica, Amber Ramirez & Oscar Salinas
UN Las Vegas
Aliyah Nunez
Alejandra Garcia
Out of Staters
Harvard
Noemi Urquiza
Notre Dame
Evelyn Trejo
Georgetown
Gilda Gallardo
Universidad de Guadalajara
Francisco Sandoval
LIM
Giselle Delgado
New York Film Academy
Andre Martinez
Columbia
Frank Cabada
Transylvania University
Giovanni Hernandez
Chico State
Juan Carlos Navarro
Alex Aguilar Salgado
Jacqueline Armenta
Juan Navarro
CSU Humboldt
Wyllie Clayson
Anthony Avila
University of Redlands
Karla Ramirez
UC Berkeley
Paola Mora
Bulmaro Vicente
Sonoma State
Abigail Esparza
Channel Islands
Alex Viera
Northridge
Carlos Jimenez
UC Santa Barbara
Vanessa Chavez
Fortino Noveron
Jesse Ramirez
Brian Florido
David Arias
Ricardo Castro
San Luis Obispo
Sergio Sandoval
Salvador Guevara
CSU San Jose
Jamilah Hosan
CSU Fullerton
Sergio Hernandez
Laura Brito
Johanna Matus
Vanessa Nunez
Mayra Aleman
Noemi Rincon
Evelyn Rodriguez
Pedro Bucio
Elizabeth Rodriguez
Luis Sanchez
Katia Flores
Viana Gallegos
Marlene Martinez
Vanessa Palmer
David Cao
Juan Cisneros
Jesse Ramirez
Dana Castro
Mayra Macias
Estafany Banuelos
Victoria Reymundo
Jessica Juarez
Connie Abarca
Edgar Rios
Abigail Luna
Daniel Arroyo
Marlon Aguilar
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UC Merced
Steven Cortez
Stacy Aguilar
Juan Lopez
Elizabeth Roman
Leslie Velarde
George Morales
St. Mary’s
Angie Gomez
La Verne
Cathy Carias
Whittier
Ceasar Quijano
Villanova
Dalia Reyna
Biola
Gloria Tovar
Marymount
Gisela Lopez
CSU San Marcos
John Olivares
Oscar Vargas
Alejandra Salazar
Martin Ruiz
Efrain Vasquez
Monica Sosa
Angel Rodriguez
Maria Ibarra
CSU San Francisco
Meztli Mejia
Ana Garcia
Daniel Villegas
Salvador Herrera
CSU Monterey Bay
Melia Susilowati
Fatima Pacheco
Juana Hernandez
Daisy Alonso
Josie Santos
Victoria Garcia
Stephanie Hernandez
Liliana Mata Chapman
Brianna Alvarez Julieta Quezada
Robert Sierra
Raymon Villa CSU East Bay
Jose Penaloza Marina Silva
Adrianna Gonzalez Melissa Cornejo
Jenny Vargas
David Cervantes
Joanna Ramirez
Omar Ramirez
Andrea Guillen
Noemi Gonzalez
Sandra Rios
Ariana Correa
Armando Herrera
Edith Perez
Diana Rojas
Jacqueline Orozco
Julienna Garcia
Cynthia Aguayo
Diego Godinez
Beatriz Gonzalez
David Rojas
UC Santa Cruz
Gloria Mojica
Evelyn Florez
Raul Almanza
Eduardo Gaona
David Torres
UC Davis
Jocelyn Alvarado
University of San Francisco
Gardenia Zamacona
UCLA
Tracy Ly
Jesus Garcia
Coastline
Janack Wong
Judith Robles
Santiago Canyon
Jacob Diaz
Diana Velasquez
CSU Long Beach
Alex Han
Nancy Franco
Angel Perez
Rick Flores
Diana Duarte
Viridiana Esquivel
Lizette Delgado
Abel Pamatz
Cal Poly Pomona
Amber Ramirez
Kevin Vargas
Jaime Lopez
Pedro Torres
Vu Huong
Jennifer Lizalde
Ruben Rodriguez
UC Riverside
Jocelyn Garcia
Solmayra Bermudez
Michelle Martinez
Emmanuel Rugeno
Keely Reyes
Adriana Ochoa
CSU Los Angeles
Brenda Espinoza
Yesenia Hernandez
Yvette Bustamante
In
State
SAC
Giselle Mendez
Mercedes Munoz
Michael Munoz
Karen Rodriguez
Rosie Torres
Edward Vargas
Dalia Martel
Lucero Rivera
Andrew Soriano
Grethel Ramirez
Gustavo Carillo
David Herrera
Miguel Garcia
Maria Contreras
Katia Rivera
Raul Silva
Christian Uichis
Kevin Pelagio
Martha Abarea
Goldenwest
Danielle Flores
Imelda Magdaleno
Ashley Mora
Paola Alcaraz
Danny Flores
Ulises Gutierrez
Maribel Sierra
Maria Valle
Estefani Bautista
Abraham Luna
Jocelyn Alvarado
Marine Corps.
Vanessa Gonzalez
Jordan Ornelas
Kassandra Garcia
Jose Loza
Jose Mendoza
Victor Lopez
Columbus State
Miguel Gonzalez
Concordia
Yvette Mendoza
Alejandro Avalos
Azahalea Vazquez
Vanessa Pantoja
CSU Dominguez Hills
Victoria Villegas
Edgar Uriostegui
Yocelin Vicens
Gisella Rodriguez
Arleen Frias
Zenen Baltazar
Anthony Padilla
Oscar Gomez
Jazmin Romero
Omar Gonzalez
Mario Salazar
Raul Ayala
Stephanie Morales
Ramces Oregon
Efrain Villanova
Adrian Hernandez
Alejandra Ruiz
Octavio Orozco
Lizeth Soto
Jessica Cabanas
Natasha Hernandez
Jose Madrigal
Daniel Prado
Jose Sanchez
Vanessa Arribalzaga
Kathy Magana
Robert Santana
Elias Haddad
Karla Mora
Rachel Parga
Army
Servando Sanchez
Coast Guard
Martin Loutre
Universal Technical Institute
Daniel Cayetan
Lizette Pena
Randy Rivera
Celio Sandoval
Elizabeth Loiza
Sammy Tapia
Olivia Robles
Candelaria Torres
Aldofo Moran
Wendy Martinez
Mizael Hernandez
Jose Haro
Esteban Felix
Mario Escalante
Jurheny Jasso
Ramon Serrato
Alfredo Mendoza
Edgar Flores
Johnathan Higareda
Jennifer Meza
German Osuna
University of San Diego
Kimberly Ramirez
Leslie Vasquez
Riverside CC
Gilberto Escobed
UCIrvine
Karen Rodriguez
Maria Gutierrez
Alejandra Ochoa
Yesenia Salcedo
Alexis Ortiz
Jessica Martinez
Yorvely Gutierrez
Aryana Valdivia
Fernando Pantaleon
Carlos Guillen
Alexander Ramirez
Mayra Lopez
Uygen Vang
Isabela Lopez
Mariana Sanchez
Hugo Salgado
Francisco Terrones
Jose Navarro
Vi Luong
Martha Gonzalez
San Diego State
Martin Rangel
UC San Diego
Helena Elizalde
Elizabeth Tang
IVC
Diana Romeo
Daisy Lopez
Nancy Guzman
Brian González
Jose Hernandez
Jiovanni Najera
Jose Uribe
Jennifer Armenta
Harvey Espinoza
Jasmine Martinez
Luis Rodriguez
Michael Rojas
Luis Medina
Oscar Salinas
Elisa Arevalo
Edwin Segovia
Robert Morales
Abraham Olivas
Maria Ibarra
Bryan Juarez
Erick Medina
Vanessa Calderon
Emely Guzman
OCC
Jackie Hernandez
David Barnes
Diego Ortiz
Eddie Robles
Angel Arredondo
Irania Osornio
Yolanda Contreras
Ileana Rivera
Mario Rosales
Katelynn Santoyo
Oscar Ramirez
Margaret Bendezu
Rubi Ruiz
Karen Velazquez
Mayra Story
Manuel Barriga
Luis Cabrera
Marco Valencia
Saul Flores
Armando Munoz
Christopher Reyes
Jazmin Gonzalez
Long Beach CC
Jasmine Vergara
Vanguard
Edmmy Rincon
CSU Bakersfield
Leo Cerillo
(Infographic courtesy of Jocelyn Alvarado)

CAMPUS NEWS
How NOT To Look Like A College Freshman
By Jamilah Hosan
Volume 4 Issue 6
Say goodbye to your high school seniority
title because it’s time to once again
become (drumroll)...a freshmen. Don’t cry now
because the “new school, new you” scenario
will no longer be necessary. We have pulled
out a few current college students , Godinez
alumni, and staff to share their basics on how
NOT to look like a college freshmen and make
the start to your next four years fabulous!
1. Look good at your college orientation: You
won’t necessarily need to be along the lines of
prom attire, but between all the tours, exploring,
and learning more about your college it’s
more than likely that you will be taking your
student I.D. photo that day and guess what?
You won’t need to wear your school polo shirt
in the photo. “I showed up to my orientation
in my pajamas and sweats thinking nothing of
it, so my main regret is not combing my hair
plus not brushing my teeth.”
- Katie; Cal State Fullerton.
2. Don’t wear other colleges’ logos: “If you’re
going to UCLA, don’t wear UCI stuff. People
will think you are a transfer or on your way
out. Be proud of your school. You worked
hard enough to get there in the first place.”
-Sarah Feuerborn; University of Missouri
3. Communication will take you places: You
do not need to be actually studying the art of
communication in college to know that it will
be needed. “ It’s not as intimidating as it was
when I was a freshman in high school. I still
got lost like I did my first day at Godinez, but
there were so many people to help me figure
out how the school worked...everybody was
really helpful.”
- Cristian Gonzalez; Vanguard University.
4. It’s okay to be homesick: “...It’s okay to
feel like you are out of place sometimes. I use
that to make me appreciate the time I do get to
spend with my family, and to discover more
about myself. That’s essentially what college is
about, aside from taking a variety of classes to
discover what you want to major in, it is also
about finding what you truly look for in life.”
- Viviana Altamirano; Middlebury College
5. Know your campus: “Get there early. Get
there at least an hour early before your classes
the first week of school because at some colleges
there is never enough parking and you
don’t want to have to park half an hour away,”
- Joyce Feuerborn; English teacher, Cal State
Fullerton.
6. Don’t feel intimidated: “It’s nice to be able
to make mistakes and use the excuse “oh well,
I’m only a freshmen,” but for the most part
class divisions are not that prominent, especially
in classes, I would have a mix of sophomores
to seniors and wouldn’t know unless I
asked.”
- Viviana Altamirano; Middlebury College
Although leaving high school may sound
scary, reassure that there are always helpers
and college is only a stepping stone to your
future. Seniors you will be missed, but don’t
forget that wherever you go, black and gold
will always be popular.
Lastly MacLennan advised that all
student loans stay with you until paid off. Even
if you file for bankruptcy, you cannot get rid of
the student loan.
There are multiple loans out there to
help you pay your way through school but
choosing the right one for you is hard when
you don’t know much about them. Begin by
looking at your financial aid package to see
which loans you qualify for. Below is some info
we have reserached the loan types that you
might have received and/or are considering:
Federal Loans – The government guarantees
you a loan.
Subsidized Stafford Loan – This is the most
common loan out there and the best one. Those
who demonstrate financial need qualify. It
has an interest rate of only 3.4 % on top of the
principle (total sum) amount of money you are
18 & in Debt Cont...
By Karina Servin & Andrea Guillen
taking out. The government pays the interest
while you’re in school and at least attending
part time.. You don’t have to pay anything
back until 6 months after you graduate. There
is a limit to just how much you can borrow
depending on what year you’re in and whether
you rely on your parents for support.
Unsubsidized Stafford Loan – You qualify for
this loan if you do not demonstrate financial
need. It has a 6.8% interest rate that the government
does not pay for, meaning you the
borrower must pay the interest while you’re in
school. Repayments can be made any time or 6
months after graduating. Also, there is a limit
depending on your year and parental support.
Pell Grant – The word grant means that this
loan does not have to be paid back, it’s like a
gift. The state of California will give you up
to $5,500 based on your financial need. If you
qualify for this, take it!
Perkins Loan – Given to those who demonstrate
great financial need. They have fixed
interest rate of 5% and are given out by the
university or school itself. Not all schools will
give this loan out, as it depends on the funds
available and whether they participate in the
Federal Perkins Loan Program.
Private Loans – Distributed by a non- government
lender such as a bank or private loan
company who is in the business of loans. It’s
best to stay away from these loans as they have
high and unfixed interest rates, some as high as
18% or more. You will be responsible for paying
the interest during school.
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Volume 4, Issue 6
Tonight’
Prom
By Jose Ochoa a
Prom was a dream come true for the class of 2013. This year’s prom was held at the 300 Anaheim bowling alley
were crowned Prom King and Queen. As Senior, Yvette Mendoza, said “it was definitely one of those nights tha
from
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Volume 4, Issue 6
s Dream
2013
nd Daisy Garcia
Photos courtesy of Jose Ochoa, Daisy Garcia and Karina Servin.
at The Gardenwalk on the 11th of May. Gloria Mojica and Kevin Vargas clearly did not strike out as they
t will come to mind when you think about highschool experiences.” Here are a few of the dreamy pictures
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Volume 4, Issue 6
(Photo courtesy of
Danielle Flores)
Editors:
Gardenia Zamacona
Jocelyn Alvarado
Adviser:
Joyce Feuerborn
Copy Editor:
Jose Ochoa
Photo Editor:
Jose Ochoa
Daisy Garcia
Middle Spread Editors:
Jose Ochoa
Daisy Garcia
Staff Writers:
Danielle Flores
Julian Medranda
Oscar Salinas
Evelyn Trejo
Karen Rodriguez
Fernando Pantaleon
Yvette Mendoza
Karina Servin
Edgar Uriostegui
Andrea Guillen
Jesse Ramirez
Mario Salazar
Araceli Nevarez
Adrianna Gonzalez
Jose Evangelista
Steven Cortez
Ana Villanueva
Brian Linzaga
Amber Ramirez
Gloria Mojica
Hugo Salgado
Vi Luong
Social Media:
Jamilah Hosan
Adrianna Gonzalez
Boomer Vicente
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With four years of wins,
losses, awards, titles, CIF
battles, and State Competitions,
Godinez’ class of
2013 has developed into a
full-blown cast of competitive
athletes that will be
leaving behind a legacy in
GFHS athletics.
In our school we have
seen stand-out senior athletes
such as Maria Valle, team captain for girls’
tennis who led her team to their first CIF qualification
back in her junior year, or Sal Guevara,
football’s team captain who was awarded All-
League and even received a scholarship for his
skills. Athletes such as four-year varsity waterpolo
player Brian Florido, who owns two MVP
titles, and Lourdes Paniagua, who received
All-League and was never found sitting on the
bench for volleyball.
We applaud players such as soccer’s
Yocelyn Vicen, who Coach Henderson believes
is the hardest worker on the team, and Andrew
Soriano, who did the famous bicycle kick, and
led his team to the semi-finals in CIF.
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Sports Highlights of 2013
Players
such as boys’
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player, Anthony
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By Yvette Mendoza
nized player, who made the game winning layup
against El Modena in the first round of CIF,
and wrestling’s Christian Delgado who won
League and made it to CIF. Players such as Jose
Ocampo, who led his baseball team to their first
CIF-qualifying game, and Mercedes Munoz,
who year after year helps her team qualify for
CIF.
We praise athletes who bring victories
to our school, such as Dana Castro, who is a
four-year varsity track runner that continuously
wins league, qualifies for CIF, and is a threat
to other runners in the Orange Coast League.
Also, players such as Track and Field’s
captain and three-year varsity runner Michael
Martinez, who wins league annually, qualifies
for CIF year after year, and has been runner-up
for athlete of the meet at League Finals, and
swim’s Alex Han, a four-year varsity swimmer,
who was named rookie of the year, was a two
time MVP and qualified for CIF three years in a
row. Players such as team captain, David Cao,
who has qualified for CIF for multiple years,
and three year varsity swimmer, Aliyah Nuñez,
who was team captain and has made it to CIF
finals.
We recognize performance athletes,
such as cheer’s Michelle Guillen who is a fouryear
flyer for the cheer team, along with dancer
Catalina Leon who explicitly shows her passion
for dance at all the performances and pep rallies.
Boys’ Volleyball is one of
the most difficult sports here at
Godinez and although it is not as
popular as football, it still deserves
to be recognized as a great game.
It is clear to anyone that our players
have worked extremsly hard,
training both their bodies and
minds to rise to the challenges of a
rigorous sports.
After many months of
training and matches, the Boys’
Varsity Volleyball Team finally had
a chance to show everyone just how
much effort they put in all year long
when they qualified to go to CIF.
It is the first time in Godinez
history that our Boys’ Volleyball
Team has made it all the way to CIF.
This decisive match was against
July 9-11
1-3 p.m.
@ Valley Tennis Courts
Contact: Coach Cortez
SPORTS
Boys’ Volleyball
By Jose Evangelista
The Boys’ volleyball team in a their game against
Saddleback (Photos courtesy of Jose Evangelista)
Saddleback and it was clear from
the ferocity in their moves that they
were determined to not lose.
Saddleback played well but
Godinez ultimately beat them 3-1.
Unfortunately, we were not able to
go all the way and we lost against
First day of practice
will be on
7/1/13 at 6 a.m. near
the track. Don’t
miss out on summer
training!
We honor a runner such as Jose Peñaloza,
who has led his team to three League titles,
three city championships, and has qualified for
state where he placed ninth, making him the
ninth fastest runner in his division. In May of
this year, Peñaloza placed fifth in CIF finals,
and leveled up to Masters. He has received a
full ride to run at Cal State Fullerton.
We’ve all put so much devotion, sweat
and blood into our sport. We’ve all had that
moment when we feel invisible on the court,
or the field, or the pool. We’ve all felt slumped,
and might have even cried after missing a shot,
or swinging and missing, or letting the other
runner beat us in the last second. However, it
is important to remember that we have set the
bar high, making it seem difficult for the underclassman
to reach out level.
As seniors, most of us have reached
the end of our athletic journey. As a tri-sport
athlete myself, I realize that the long practices,
the tough losses, the memorable wins, and the
amount of time spent trying to perfect myself
has come to an end.
All that we have put into Godinez
athletics are a part of the past that will now
taunt us with every thought of nostalgia that
crosses our mind. Though some of us may or
may not continue our sport in college, we have
to remember the years that we wore our jersey,
which held those big letters “Godinez” in the
front.
Esperanza 0-3, but not before defeating
Carpinteria with a score
of 3-1.
We can’t forget about the Junior
Varsity team that dominated
all year long with 15 winning
games out of 18 leaving games.
It is clear that they will be able
to surpass the expectations that
the graduating players have for
them.
It is sad however that Godinez
will lose many of its great
players when most of the seniors on
the team graduate this June. Some
seniors have been on the team since
their freshman year but they will
leave behind capable underclassmen
that will prove that they too can
become great players.
There will be an
informational
meeting on 6/20/13
at 1:30 p.m. near
the track
Contact Cross Country & Track Coach Mr. Lucio Brito

SPORTS
Athletes of the Month: May
By Rick Flores
Baseball: Robert Morales (12)
“Robert is fine example of what Godinez baseball
players are capable of becoming. Robert also happens
to be leading our team in batting average at .431 with
25 hits and 21 runs scored. Robert is also hitting an
impressive .519 in league play.”–Coach MacLennan
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Boys’ Tennis: Derick Saldana (12)
“He is the first person on the court and one of the
last to leave the courts. Derick is driven to excel by
his competitive nature.” – Coach Cortez
Softball: Ana Garcia (12)
“She has been the anchor in our lineup providing a
huge spark and is one of the top hitters on our team.
She has a carefree mentality that is contagious and she
keeps the team relaxed which is very important.” –
Coach Medina
Boys’ Track & Field: Michael Martinez (12)
“Michael Martinez has grown so much these past
4 years both as an athlete and as a person. Michael
has had many obstacles throughout his high school
career and he has learned to overcome them.” –
Coach Brito
Boys’ Swimming: Stephen Mendoza (11)
“Stephen is awesome!! Stephen has improved drastically
and has been an integral part of the Boys Varsity
team and Swim relays. His determination to keep
on improving makes him one of our most tenacious
swimmers.”- Coach Tena
Girls’ Swimming: Stacy Rivera (9)
“Stacy Rivera is an amazing swimmer. She has accomplished
so much as a freshman including being on the
varsity team along with making it on to Relays that
will qualify to CIF.” – Coach Tena
Cheerleading: Breanna Penaflor
(10)
“Breanna has been on cheer for 2 years now and is
the glue that holds everything together. She is always
willing to learn new things and step in to better the
squad in any way she can.” – Coach Herbold
Girls’ Track & Field: Jaylynn Vega (10)
“Jaylynn has had an amazing season this year. She
ran and placed 2nd in the 800, 2nd in the 2 mile and
then came back to place 4th in the mile at the SA
City Championships. She is a tremendous competitor
and a valuable member of our track team.” –
Coach Brito
Boys’ Volleyball: Luis Medina (12)
“Luis has consistently been one of the most reliable
and dependable players both on and off the court.
Luis has been an indispensable component to this
year’s team success.”- Coach Koeler
Athletes of
the Month:
June
Athletes from top left
of photo:
Boys’ Track & Field: Jesus Valdez
(12)
Girls’ Track & Field: Jacqueline
Armenta (12)
Baseball: Giovanni Cuellar (11)
Boys’ Tennis: Geovanny Castillo
(12)
Girls’ Swimming: Ariel Lung
(10)
Cheerleading: Susanna Mejia
(10)
Boys’ Swimming: Nicholas Uriostegui
(10)
Grizzly Gazette Editorial Policy
The Grizzly Gazette is published six times per academic year by students in journalism class at Godinez Fundamental High School.
Content is determined by the staff and does not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of Godinez Fundamental High School’s faculty, administration,
adviser or student body.
Students are protected in their exercise of press freedom by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and California Education Code
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Signed editorials and columns reflect the views of the writer.
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The editors review letters to the editor, advertising, guest commentaries, reserves the right to edit and refuse material. Reasons can include length, clarity,
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Volume 4, Issue 6
EDITORIALS
What Grinds My Gears: Year in Review
Throughout the year we’ve
ranted about topics that either tick us
off or are just ridiculous, but for this
“Grind My Gears” we’ve decided to
make it a little different and be more
serious. For our last edition we’ve
gathered up some of the most disgusting
and tragic events that have
occurred this school year and decided
to talk a little bit about them.
-Boston bombings: Killing three, one
of them being an eight year old boy,
and injuring over 282 people is just
horrific. Not only is this a tragedy,
but it’s also one of the scariest moments
that has happened in 2013. If
two men had the capacity to change
the lives of hundreds, or even thousands,
that just tells you what ONE
person is capable of doing. People
who live to make children and innocent
people suffer don’t deserve a break, they
need to accept the consequences they get even
if it means rotting in jail for the rest of their
lives.
-Cleveland kidnapping: 74% of all people who
are kidnapped are killed within the first 24
hours, according to NCMEC. The fact that three
girls were able to survive for over ten years
is bizarre. Ariel Castro, the “man” involved
in these kidnappings is pleading not guilty. I
don’t know about you, but having three girls
(that hadn’t been seen in ten years) come out
of your house is more than enough evidence
to say you’re guilty. The fact that this “man”
had the guts to kidnap, abuse, and rape three
defenseless women makes us sick. Picking up
(Photos courtesy of Vi
Luong)
My fellow seniors…
just kidding
I’m not going to start
off like that, but I do
want to start off by
saying I can’t believe
that we have already
made it this far and
are so close to graduation.
Time has flown
by and we have all
grown, changed, and
created memories that
will last a lifetime.
I can remember
my first day here
at Godinez when I
had to look at the crazy map to try to figure
out where my classes were. But, then again, I
wasn’t the only one. I bet everyone can agree
that we were all a little intimidated coming
to such a new, big place where we knew only
a few people. And now, we can’t walk to our
next class without saying hi or hearing our
name being yelled across the hall.
Now, we know this place so well that we know
what teachers to hide from when we have dress
code issues. Godinez is like our second home,
where we can all be ourselves here, and where
we are comfortable.
We can all say that we have a “what the
heck was I thinking?” moment in high school,
but those are moments we have learned from.
I remember seeing this shy, quiet girl named
Olivia sitting at a lunch table and me asking
my friend who she was and why was she so
quiet. I ended up introducing myself and found
out that we had so much in common except I
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By Mario Salazar & Edgar Uriostegui
Mario Salazar and Edgar Uriostegui striking a pose with their home girl Marilyn
Monroe (Photos courtesy of Araceli Nevarez )
trash on the side of the highway or going to jail
won’t be enough to make this pathetic “man”
pay for drastically traumatizing these women
and changing their lives forever.
-2012 Apocalypse: On December 21, 2012, the
world was meant to end, but we just thought
it was hysterical when it didn’t. Seeing people
trip out and believe the end of the Mayan
calendar meant the end of our world was
pretty amusing. It’s hard to understand what
everyone was expecting. Were you expecting a
meteor to strike earth...or a worldwide flood...
or...I just don’t understand. Some even said
they were expecting a zombie apocalypse...
which would be pretty cool actually.
To The Graduating Class...
By Danielle Flores
was way more talkative. Within three months,
we started saying we were best friends and that
still hasn’t changed. Now that once very timid
girl has grown into a quirky cheerleader whom
I can’t get to stop talking.
Not only did we create ourselves during
high school, we created a ton of memories.
Whether it be our first senior pep rally, where
a bunch of beach balls were released into the
rowdy crowd of students, every football rivalry
game where no matter how much we knew we
were going to lose we still had that little ounce
of faith that a miracle might happen, our senior
day where the infamous water fight broke out,
or even our prom, that one special night where
every girl was in a gown and every guy in a
suit. I mean what can be more elegant than
bowling in fancy attire?
These days and so many more are going
to be imbedded into our heads for a lifetime.
These are the things that we are going to look
back on when we have kids of our own in high
school, because memories are what keep our
lives interesting.
High school is a place that I can say
I have created lifelong friendships. I met my
two best friends here (Olivia and Judy), who
now feel like my sisters, and I have met teachers
such as Mrs. Feuerborn, that have made a
major impact on my life and who I look up to
not only as an educator but as a woman ( Good
gosh! Three years of classes with Feuerborn).
Those are the things and people that are going
to encourage and motivate me to keep looking
forward in life so that I can make more of those
lifelong memories and relationships.
Godinez is our stepping stone to the
real world and the entire faculty has motivated
“Respect” - What’s more annoying than someone
demanding respect? A 19-yearold
demanding respect who sounds
like a girl and makes crappy music
with Nicki Minaj. At the 2013 Billboard
Awards, Justin Bieber gave the
ballsiest “thank you” speech we’ve
ever heard. No disrespect, we give
the kid props for having the courage
to say what’s on his mind, but we
think he chose the wrong place to do
so. There’s a time and place for everything,
and this was definitely the
wrong place. But in the end we have
no choice to admit that even though
this kid is coming off as a complete
scumbag, he’s accomplished more in
his life than most of us ever will. Haters
gonn’ hate.

Volume 4, Issue 6
Gummy Bear
EDITORIALS
Dear Gummy Bear,
Everybody seems to have summer plans except me. My friends have internships, summer jobs or vacations planned but I have nothing! I’m
worried that I will be the one left out. I don’t know what to do. Help!
-Ms. Alone and Depressed
Dear Ms. Alone and Depressed,
Don’t stress out about planning your summer. The best memories come from doing things in the spur of the moment. If you are worried
about doing something this summer, volunteer or participate in community service projects to keep you busy. It doesn’t matter what you do, as long
as it’s something you love and have fun doing. Try to make a list of different things you would like to try and use it as a summer guide, but don’t
try to control your entire summer.
Dear Gummy Bear,
I am graduating this year and that means that I will have to say goodbye to some of my best friends. Among them is the girl that I have liked since
freshman year. I don’t know if we will still keep in touch after we both leave for college. What should I do so that I don’t become one of her fading
memories?
-Holding On
Dear Holding On,
I think many seniors are feeling worried about keeping the great friendships made over the years, but you really shouldn’t. There are so
many ways to keep in touch so if you both are as close as you say, there will be no excuse for not contacting each other. However, you do have to
remember that all seniors are going to be experiencing new things in college and don’t take it so personal if she is busy. Remember that true friendships
surpass anything and if this is a true friendship, it will too.
Dear Gummy Bear,
My friend and I are going to the same college this fall on the east coast. I was really excited because I thought that we were going to room together
but she surprised me when she said that she didn’t want to. I’ve been avoiding her ever since. Where do we go from here?
-The Lone Roommate
Dear The Lone Roommate,
I understand why you feel hurt but it’s not a bad thing. Rooming with new people will actually be a great thing. This way, you both get to
meet new people but have each other as well. You should tell her that you felt hurt and let her know before you go off to college so you don’t carry
any negative feelings towards her. Be honest, but also let it go, since she didn’t mean to hurt you.
Dear Gummy Bear,
I think I’m having feelings for my Government teacher. I am always staring at her in class. I feel like my heart is getting stolen. What should I do?
Help me!
- Peanut Butter
Dear Peanut Butter,
First, relax and don’t do anything that will get you or your teacher
in trouble. You are a student and student teacher relationships are inappropriate
and illegal in all 50 states, even if you are 18 years old. Obviously,
people are entitled to their own feelings but think about her and her career
and family. Do not jeopardize your education for a mere infatuation. Also,
get over it.
Dear Gummy Bear,
I don’t know what to do. My boyfriend is cheating on me but I love him
and I can’t live without him. What do you think I should do? We have been
together for 5 years! Help me!
- Forever Alone Girl
Dear Forever Alone Girl,
Do you really want to be with someone who doesn’t love you back? He
obviously doesn’t love you enough to respect you or your 5 year relationship.
You should really think about whether you want a person like that
in your life. 5 years is very long time. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to just take
some time off from each other and give yourself some much needed “me
time.” Remember that you are young and have plenty of time for serious
relationships. Be strong and act with your best interest in mind.
Dear Gummy Bear,
Where should I take my boyfriend for our 1 year anniversary? My
ideas are bowling, swimming or sky diving. Please help me.
-Love Bird
Dear Love Bird,
To celebrate this special day, you should do something that you both
love to do. Bowling and swimming seem fun and can create cute bonding
moments. Don’t forget to keep a budget in mind; something expensive
might not be necessary. Think about what kind of person you both are. Are
you more of an outdoor person or indoor? Active or laid-back? You should
both be comfortable on the date and it will be more enjoyable if you are both
in your element.
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Volume 4, Issue 6
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
“Gatsby? What Gatsby?”
By Jesse Ramirez
If F. Scott Fitzgerald was still alive
he would raise a glass to Baz Luhrmann and
congratulate him on an extravagant capture of
his 1925 novel, The Great Gatsby. In a time of
industrial growth about the contrast between
new money and old money, Luhrmann’s
adaptation of The Great Gatsby is brilliant,
imaginative, and dazzling. The portrayals of all
characters are on par with Fitzgerald’s description
and the choice of actors, such as Leonardo
DiCaprio’s embodiment of Jay Gatsby, is perfect.
The film starts off with Nick Carraway
(played by Toby Maguire) explaining that
during his time in New York, there was only
one man who he did not grow tired off, one
man who was the most interesting person he
had ever met, and that man was Jay Gatsby.
Carraway ends up moving in next door to
Mr. Gatsby during which he finds out that Jay
Gatsby is in love with Nick’s cousin, Daisy
Buchanan (played by Carey Mulligan), and
the lavish parties he puts on is all an act for
her. Gatsby met Daisy five years ago but she
The Grizzlies are back at it with more
art to make our city and world beautiful.
GFHS students had artwork on display at
South Coast Plaza as part of the Imagination
Celebration festival up to May 20. The pieces
were part of the 1,000 Pieces of Art which
was a county wide competition and out of
thousands of submissions we have 9 Grizzlies
(David Arias, Frank Cabada, Ashley
Castillo, Jacqueline Hernandez, Ashley Mora,
Stephanie Morales, Alexander Perez, Grethel
Ramirez, and Carlos Soria) who showed their
work. This is the largest number of pieces
from any Santa Ana School in the district this
year.
Art students also have another new
award they can add to their resumes: the
Congressional Art Competition. More than 50
submissions were made from Congresswoman
Loretta Sanchez’s 46th district and 22 of those
were by our fellow Grizzlies. It was a privilege
to have so many of our peers represent our
school before the entire district. Considering it
was a competition open to the entire district,
the success the art students encountered was
even more outstanding. Art teacher, Mrs. Helen
Seigel, took the initiative to encourage her
students to participate because she “wanted
couldn’t be with him due to their difference in
class. Gatsby returns but is posed with a problem;
Daisy is married, and the mystery of how
he gained his money along with his struggle
to hold Daisy in his arms once again slowly
begins to tear him part.
Luhrmann for the most part stays true
to Fitzgerald’s novel, but the film does contain
notable pieces which were obviously put in
place for the advancement of the adaptation.
The dancing at the parties features young
crowds jumping foolishly, pumping their fists
into the air, and performing what seems as a
1920’s version of Gangnam Style. The music
used features modern artists such as: Jay Z,
Beyonce, and Florence and the Machine. The
music choice adds to Luhrmann’s interpretation
of the new money side of New York which
is typically portrayed as the young and new
party people.
Luhrmann did a marvelous job in
capturing Fitzgerald’s range of colors and their
different meanings as well as key symbols and
Art Attack!
By Evelyn Trejo
GFHS Art Club staning in front of “Street Lights” at the Los Angeles
County Museum of Arts (Photos courtesy of Ms. Seigel)
to find a way to honor them.” She is in charge
of the art club and wants everyone to have
the opportunity to experience the wonder and
ingenuity her students are capable of producing.
They have what Seigel calls a “carpe diem
spirit.”
Emmanuel Rugerio, senior, submitted
his work titled “Mother & Child” and received
third place along with a $3,000 scholarship.
There were also honorable mentions for Frank
Cabada and David Arias who are also seniors.
Hey! Over Here!
By The Journalism Staff
scenes. The green light on Daisy’s pier is in the
film; as well as memorable scenes such as the
shirt tossing scene where Daisy cries out, “It’s
because, I’ve never seen such beautiful shirts
before.”
The performance of Toby Maguire and
Leonardo DiCaprio is genius and the way both
actors play off each other is what made the
film’s characters and Gatsby’s iconic phrase
“old sport” really come to life. Off screen, the
actors have known each other for more than
25 years and are best friends which makes the
bromance between them on screen feel fresh
and natural. The scene where Carraway says to
Gatsby, “They’re a rotten crowd. You’re worth
the whole damn bunch put together,” is beautiful
and could have not been pulled off had it
not been for this dynamic duo.
The film adaptation of the novel is marvelous.
I loved that it was a perfect interpretation
of the novel; the heart is there, the pain is
there, the sadness & happiness is all there. I
highly recommend this film to everyone.
I rate this film 4 out of five stars.
In the press release, Sanchez saw the annual
Congressional Art Competition as an opportunity
which “highlights the creativity of
Orange County’s young artists.”
Godinez also recently had their own Art
Exhibit Extraordinare on May 10th in the
school theatre. Seniors Mariana Diaz and
Jessica Garcia put the entire show together
as co-curators for their Senior Project. They
were able to learn about what goes into putting
an exhibit together, but more importantly,
the exhibit “created an opportunity
where students could share their creative
expressions even if they weren’t in art,”
as Seigel described. Hopefully this exhibit
becomes an annual tradition so students can
continue showing the rest of the school their
talent.
Next on the agenda for the art community
was the silent ARTspiration Auction that
was held on May 23 at the Bowers Museum.
The auction was the first annual auction and
featured artwork donated by students across
SAUSD. So if you are seeking for a way to give
back to the art community head out to admire
work done by your fellow Grizzlies, you might
just end up falling in love with a piece, you can
bet on that.
You loved us or you hated us but we
kept writing stuff anyway!
From covering the latest events
(thanks to our social media department)
and staying for late flatnights (making our
editor want to cry) we pulled through to put
out the best paper for you.
The journalism staff contragulates
our seniors on their upcoming grauation.
Hurray on making it to the end!
From the GFHS Journalism staff 2012-13,
wishing you the best.
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