January 2013 Issue of Paw Prints - IS75 (31R075) Frank D Paulo ...

Paulo Paw Prints
Volume XVIII - Issue 4 January 2013
Snowball
By Chris Mazza
Pack, pack, pack
Pat, pat, pat
Bam, In the face!
And after we are done,
It is hot cocoa for everyone!
A New Year
By Victoria Panzella
Happy New Year!
It’s a new year for new friends
More fun!
New experiences!
And a fresh start on life!
Happy
New
Year
Winter
By Evan Rubenstein
Icicles form
During the cold, winter storm.
Snowflakes swarm
When the weather isn’t warm.
The New Month
By Amanda Milo
The month of new beginnings
and new people
and new joys
and new sorrows
and new tears
and new laughter
and new downs
and new ups
and new books
and new writing
and new happenings
and new events
and new smiles
and new frowns
and new ties
and new breaks
and new memories,
and new beginnings.
We call this
January.
Hot chocolate is made
And snowmen are displayed.
The holidays have passed
Although we knew they wouldn’t last.
Paulo Intermediate School - IS 75
455 Huguenot Avenue, Staten Island NY 10312
Mr. Kenneth Zapata, Principal
Ms. Donna Bonanno, Mr. Mark Herrmann, Mr. Mark Reinhold, Ms. Jessica Susca - Assistant Principals
Published online - www.is75.org
Staff - Mrs. J. Karpen, Faculty Advisor
6th Grade Staff: Maame Asante, Jenna Bonomi, Yostina Girgis, Ava LaGressa,
Victoria Panzella, Evan Rubenstein
7th Grade Staff: Madison Baialardo, Jessica Bailey, Dylan Cino, Regina Levy,
Marie Millares, Christopher Mazza, Amanda Milo, Samanta Molla
8th Grade Staff: Robert DeForge, Anthony Gangemi, David Ip, Yasvin Rajapakse

School Happenings
Holiday Door Decorating Contest
If you haven’t already heard,
Classes 609, 716, and 813 won the
door decorating contest in December.
Pictures will be posted as soon as they
are ready! Congratulations to all the
classes who decorated their homeroom
doors!
8th grade T-Shirt Contest!
This year’s senior t-shirt contest has
been an exciting one. The winner is .....
design 2. Congratulations to all who
participated and we can’t wait to be able to
wear our senior shirts proudly this spring!
Mystery Teacher
by Marie Millares
The December Mystery Teacher was none
other than Ms. Giovanniello.
Bravo to “SB~heart~803” Batti for correctly guessing this month’s mystery teacher. Cudos
also go out to Samanta Molla of Class 715 and Amanda Mavricos of 611 for correctly guessing
and sending in their responses for second and third place. This month’s mystery teacher is
difficult. See if you can figure it out first! E-mail Mrs. Karpen at jkarpen@is75.org with your
answers. First three correct answer will get a shout-out in the February issue.
1. I was born on Staten Island but I have always been a resident of New Jersey.
2. My favorite snack is almonds.
3. In high school, I was in a MTV music video.
4. I am studying Latin American Spanish with Rosetta Stone.
5. I meditate every day and practice yoga 3 – 5 times a week.
6. I swam in Victoria Falls – one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
7. I spent a week living in research stations of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest.
8. When I go underwater, I have to hold my nose.
9. I always sneeze in threes.
10. I can parallel park like it’s nobody’s business.

Paulo’s Winter Show
by Regina Levy
In December, the Paulo 7th grade major drama class of 2012-2013 performed their
holiday show. The show was a mixture of things, all tying together at the end. It took
place on Christmas Eve when many people were traveling to families near and far to
celebrate the season. There was a droll comic named Elvis, various families, different
cultures and secrets. The supposedly Paulo International Airport was the setting of this
wonderful play. The narrator accidently announced “The Polar, no, no, the Paulo
International Airport is now closed due to bad weather.” Then, the information agent
accidently called the personnel, “elves!” Lastly, the ground crew also called the airport,
the Polar Airport instead of the Paulo Airport. The airport was very homey. It even had
a fireplace. Hmmm, what was going on
We learned about the families and the people who were stranded at the airport.
We learned how each of them celebrated the winter holidays. We learned about
Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and many other religions. Then, on Christmas Eve,
everyone in the terminal read “The Night Before Christmas.” Santa, I mean the information
agent, brought Rudolph into the terminal and then danced around the auditorium. Ah
ha! Now we knew what the show was about. Did you figure it out Do you know where
they were
The show was great and everyone had a good time watching it and getting into the
holiday spirit. The chorus sang and the band played, adding to the spirit of the season.
Paulo’s feeder schools came to watch the show and the drama class performed the show at
night for parents and guests. Bravo to Mrs. Daniels and Mrs. Quintivalle for your
guidance as our drama teachers. Thanks to Mr. Choi and Mr. Peters for your choral and
music assistance.A special thanks to Mr. Genovese, Mr. Walsh and Mrs. Goldman for their
wizardry in sound, staging, and lighting.
Snow
By Ava LaGressa
Snow is falling down
Snowflakes are kissing my nose
It is cold outside
Winter Haiku
By Maame Asante
Snowflakes falling down
Winter is a joyous time
Enjoy it for now!

An Interview with Mrs.Ward
By Jenna Bonami and Ava LaGressa
We recently interviewed one of Paulo’s newest teachers. Her name is Mrs. Ward. Let’s
find out some things about her!
Q – What is your favorite color
A – My favorite colors are red and black. This works well since they are the
school’s colors.
Q – If you watch sports, what is your favorite team to watch and why
A – My favorite sport is basketball. I love the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Knicks.
Q – What do you enjoy doing outside of school
A – I love spending time with my family, working out and shopping.
Q – What college did you attend and why did you choose it
A – I went to Oneonta, which is a New York State university. It is upstate.
I always wanted to be a teacher and it was a very good college for an education degree.
Q – When you were a kid my age, what did you want to be when you grew up
A – I wanted to be either a nurse or a teacher because I always enjoyed working with
and helping other people.
Q – Growing up, what was the favorite meal your family cooked and why
A – I always loved it when my mom made chicken cutlet parmigiana and spaghetti.
Every time I have it now, I still think of my mom and how our house smelled of sauce.
Q – What school did you work at before coming to Paulo
A – I worked at I.S. 72 – Rocco Laurie Intermediate School in Heartland Village.
Q – If you were to travel back in time, what advice would you give yourself
A – I would tell myself to enjoy being young and to have fun because when you grow
up, you will wish you had.
Q – What is one thing you miss the most and would like to bring back
A – I miss my mom. She was the best mother anyone could have.
Q – If you could spend a day with any one celebrity, who would it be and why
A – It would be Tyra Banks. She is an amazing woman.
Q – What rooms can students find you in
A – I work in many rooms. I am in the gym, 420, 424, and 432. I am also in room 103.
Q – Which subject are you teaching this year that you like the most
A – Health
Mrs. Ward is a busy teacher who tries to make her lessons understandable and as fun as
possible. She is a helpful, loving, and caring teacher and we are lucky to have her at Paulo this
year.

Book Review
written monthly by Evan Rubenstein
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien is a classic and wonderful adventure novel.
It is about a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins who is asked to go on a daring
adventure with about a dozen dwarves that appeared in his house and a wise wizard named Gandalf.
On his journey, Bilbo encounters many tasks and challenges that will absolutely blow your mind!
The book teaches you about friendship, courage, and loyalty while using details to make it awesome.
My favorite part of The Hobbit was when Bilbo plays riddles with Gollum. This book is one of the
BEST books in the entire universe.
So pick upThe Hobbit and join Bilbo on his wondrous adventure!
Winter
By Evan Rubenstein
Snow
By Robert DeForge
Icicles form
During the cold, winter storm.
Snowflakes swarm
When the weather isn’t warm.
Hot chocolate is made
And snowmen are displayed.
The holidays have passed
Although we knew they wouldn’t last.
Jumping into snow
All around fun
No more Fall
Unicorn colored snow
A cup of hot chocolate
Remembering Christmas
Year begins!
Winter Poem
By David Ip
Winter is a wonderful thing!
With so many holidays, there are a lot of presents to bring!
There are many snowflakes
Because of this, many animals will not wake.
Every day, there is cold air
And the trees are bare.
Winter is filled with fun and joy
And if youre good, you might get toys!

New Year’s Resolutions
By Madison Baialardo
Did you ever wonder what a New Year’s resolution is Well, a
New Year’s resolution is a commitment that an individual makes to
reform a habit, or to do a particular project. It can be a lifestyle
change. Read on to learn about the top 10 resolutions.
1. I will practice good hygiene. This includes brushing my
teeth after meals, washing my hands after going to the bathroom,
covering my nose and mouth when I sneeze and cough, and keeping my nails clipped and filed.
Proper hygiene is important for good health.
2. I will make it a point to eat healthier. I will eat at least one fruit and one vegetable every
day. I will also drink more water and milk while drinking less soda and juice. I will be taking
better care of my body by watching what I put into it.
3. I will be responsible when using the computer. I will not give out any personal
information like my full name, birthday, address, phone number, or name of the school I
currently attend. I will review Internet safety with my parents.
4. I will volunteer at my local church or in the neighborhood. I could give my old clothes
and toys to kids in need. I could help serve dinner at a soup kitchen. I could clean the
litter off the beaches or help out at an animal shelter.
5. I will keep my bedroom organized and my bed made. I will put my dirty clothes in the
laundry basket and hang my towel up in the bathroom. When I am done with one toy, I
will clean it up before taking out the next one.
6. I will work on being polite. I will not answer my parents back. I will try not to use
curse words. I will show respect to people older than me.
7. I will do my best in school. I will hand in my homework on time and not wait until the
night before to start my science fair project. If I need help with a subject, I will ask
for the help.
8. I will be kind to all kids. If I see someone who is sad, I will try to cheer them up. If
a new kid comes into our class, I will try to help them. I will not make fun of them.
9. I will make sure I exercise. I will try to join a sports team. I will try to get out more
and get fresh air.
10. I will try to limit the time I watch t.v. I will try to play video games that are not as
violent as some others.

The Frank D. Paulo Cheerleaders!
By Victoria Panzella
The Frank D. Paulo Cheerleaders also known as FDP or the Paulo Panthers Cheerleaders
compete at competitions and provide school spirit! I have interviewed all the members of the
team. I asked each grade a different question and here are their responses.
Grade 6
I interviewed the newbies; Kharissa Ruggiero, Alexa Gillanza, Alyssa Gillanza, Julianna Parese
and Lauren Panzella
Q-You’re all new to the team, what do you like about it so far
Kharissa: I like to stunt and we all get along. Also we’re very funny.
Alexa: I like stunting and how all the girls are so nice.
Alyssa : I like the team itself. The girls are very supportive. We feel like a family.
Julianna: Everything!
Lauren: I like that we are not just a team but a family. I also love competing and
showing school spirit.
Grade 7
Next, I interviewed Isabella Fabiano, Heather Popovics and Dana Briscoe.
Q-How does it feel to be a Paulo Panther
Isabella: It feels great to be a Paulo Panther! I love to fly and tumble. The team is very
supportive and feels like a family.
Heather: It feels awesome to be a Paulo Panther! I love being part of the team and
supporting my school! The team is more than friends-they’re family! I love being a
Paulo Panther!
Dana: Being a Paulo cheerleader is amazing. You meet a lot of new people and have a lot
of fun. I love being part of a team and going to school wearing my jacket. I always look
forward to everything we do. I love being a part of the Paulo Cheer Team.
Finally, I interviewed the 8th graders; Angel Sipp, Tina Briscoe, Vanessa
Montalbano, AnnaRose Burchman, Emily Lombardi,
Sabrina Carlsen, Kristine Masseria, Amanda Rappa,
and Carissa Rakvin. Now that you are graduating,
our team just wants to say that we will miss you once
you graduate and we all wish you the best of luck in
high school.

(cheerleaders, continued from previous page)
Q-You’ve been on the team for a long time, what are you going miss about FDP
Angel: I’m going to miss competing & coming to practice with my friends.
Tina: I’m going to miss all the fun we have & the competitions.
Vanessa: I’m going to miss the thrill of being on a team and meeting new people.
Anna Rose: I’m going to miss all the fun we’ve had together at practices, competitions,
and school functions. Our team has a bond like one giant family. No one can tear us apart.
Emily: I’m probably going to miss all the friends I’ve made and all the accomplishments
I have achieved with all my friends.
Sabrina: I am going to miss all the friends I’ve made + all the fun I had on the team.
Kristine: I’m going to miss the friends that I have made on the team because my
team mates made it fun and I was able to look forward to going to cheer to see my
friends.
Amanda: I’m going to miss practice & competitions. It’s going to be a very hard change
since I’ve been on the team for 3 years, but I’ll definitely come back as an assistant
coach. Cheer is my life.
Carissa: Since I’ve been on the team for all three years, I’m going to miss the friendships
I’ve made and all the new techniques I learned. I will also miss how we became not just
friends but more like family.
Now that is all the girls on our team. We are truly one big happy family and no one can
ever take that away from us. We’d like to thank our coaches, Mrs. Alvinez, Ms. Davis, and Ms.
Nowicki for always helping us. Our competition season is just beginning, but when try-outs come
around in a few months, (TBA) we hope to see you there to become a part of the Frank D. Paulo
Cheerleading Team!
Warmth
By Marie Millares
Winter Senses
By Madison Baialardo
I sat near the fire, across the window
The snow glistened as it fell.
The warmth of the fire surrounded my body
I drank cocoa while snuggling in my blanket
I love winter!
Winter is here
I see kids outside
I hear the oven dinging
I touch my presents
I taste the cookies
I feel the cold snow go down my back
Winter is here!

Sports Corner
Anthony Gangemi
Sandy Alderson began the off season
wanting to re-sign National League Cy Young
Award winner R.A. Dickey. But as the pitcher’s
value in the trade market increased and as
other teams pursued Dickey with other high level prospects, the Mets’ general manager knew he
had to check out all possibilities.
In the seven-player deal, Dickey and catchers Josh Thole and Mike
Nickeas were sent to the Toronto Blue Jays. The Mets received Travis
d’Arnaud, who is considered to be the best prospect for catcher in the
league, and a promising right handed pitcher, Noah Syndergaard. They also
acquired veteran catcher John Buck along with Wuilmer Becerra, a low level
prospect who plays in the outfield. The trade became official on December
16 when Dickey agreed to a contract extension with the Jays. He will get $5
million in 2013 and $24 million for 2014-15, with a $12-million team option
for 2016 and a $1-million buyout. That makes it a guaranteed three-year, $30-million contract.
The 38-year-old now leaves the Mets as the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner who won
twenty games the previous season and now is the centerpiece of a blockbuster trade.
In his goodbyes, Dickey said to his fans “Now that it’s official, I want to say that I don’t
have the words to express how grateful I am to you for the steadfast support and
encouragement I received from all of you,” Dickey wrote on his Twitter feed Monday night,
“I’ve always felt that there was a connection beyond the uniform. Thank you for making me feel
wanted.”
Science Corner
David Ip
We just came back to school from winter break, and it’s a new year! But, as we play in our
homes with the heat turned on at full blast, did you notice during the break that the days
started to get longer During the beginning of the school year, the days started to get shorter
and shorter. So, why are the days now getting longer Well, the day with the shortest amount
of sunlight (in the northern hemisphere) is December 21 st or 22 nd . This is called the winter
solstice. The day of the winter solstice is when the sun is at it’s lowest height.
After that, daylight starts to get longer, and then we can do more nightly
activities! The days will get longer until June 21 st or June 22 nd . This will be the
longest day of sun for the year. The Sun will be at it’s highest point and is
called the summer solstice. However, it is the complete opposite in the
Southern Hemisphere. They have their summer solstice in December, and the
winter solstice in June! Imagine having the holidays in the blazing heat!

Pet Corner by Amanda Milo
January, the month of new beginnings, new adventures,
new memories and new pets! You may always think that a “new
pet” may be a puppy or a kitten, but what about a pig Yes,
people keep pigs as pets. They’re called potbelly mini pigs and
they may be one of the cutest pets around. If you decide on
getting one of these cute, pink pets, here is how to take care
of them.
Normally, potbelly pigs will eat anything you give to them. Just feeding them anything can
lead to obesity and other health problems. They can also become very persistent and can even
learn to open the fridge! What these piggies need is a diet high in fiber and low in calories. You
should feed them food designed for potbelly mini pigs or mini pigs. You can find that at a local
pet store. If they don’t have it, you may be able to order it from the store. Non-breeding pigs
should be fed about ½ a cup of food per 25 pounds of the pig’s weight. The amount should be
divided into two meals.
Just like you train a dog, you have to train a pig to go
outside. After every meal, take your pig outside to let it
relieve itself. Like a dog, make sure to use a lot of positive
reinforcement. They don’t always go outside for that
reason. Your pig will also need to go outside for exercise. It
is very similar to taking care of a dog.
Not only are these pink friends similar to taking care
of a dog, but they are also cute like dogs. You may not think
a pig is cute, but they sure are.
New Year
By Jenna Bonomi
Time for Cheer...Stay up all day
On my way...To get to the party
Hope you didn’t start without me
10, 9, 8.
No, wait!
7, 6, 5
Alright, I am here, Give me a high 5!
4, 3, 2
I am ready, are you
1
New Year!...Scream and shout!
Watching
By Jessica Bailey
Watching the snowflakes hit the floor
Inside keeping warm
Never wants to get hit with a snowball
Trying to put on my gloves
Eating warm cookies and drinking hot
chocolate
Running to make a snowman

Winter Word Search
By Dylan Cino
S B A S W F M D I T T
N O C T R M R H G I N
O O A A R A O N C F S
W T C H Z T I E R S I
M S N Z C D S E E C G
A E I O D K E V I E N
N L C E A Z O C E I I
B O L T I L L W D I I
A S I N G E S A O O K
E N G R S C O L D N S
G M E K A L F W O N S
Cold Snow Icicles
Snowflake Snowman Sledding
Skiing Hats Scarf
Gloves HotCocoa Iceskating
Blizzard Freezing Boots
Winter Unscramble
By Jessica Bailey
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Cold
by Regina Levy
Winter gloves in your hand,
you walk outside with winter breath.
You zip up your jacket with warmth on your mind,
as you stand at the bus stop, waiting in line.
The chilly breezes pick up your hair, flipping it everywhere.
The bus approaches then stops with a jolt,
your whole body doing tumblesaults.
You get on the bus, the warm air welcoming as you take a seat.
Gosh! Winter! Give me some heat!