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Mrs. Ribbe shares with her Spanish 1 class how to makeDay of the Dead decorations. This is a holidaycelebrated in Mexico, somewhat similar to our AmericanHalloween.Another issue is the fact that most foreign language studentstake the class to avoid the expense and time of taking it incollege. This can be a problem considering several students, likemyself, take foreign language in their early years of high schoolso they do not have to take it during the stressful years of beingan upperclassman. This typically results in forgetting theinformation you learned, so when you go to take the exemptiontest in college you may not do as well as you would expect.Some possible solutions could consist of bringing themiddle-school students to the high school during 6 th or 7 th periodfor a Spanish I class, like they do for Algebra. Narrows couldalso be transported to their high school so they would not be leftout. A pretest could also be helpful for allowing the youngerstudents to participate in foreign language. All of this wouldleave the equipment in the distance learning lab free, allowingMr. Binkley to use this fantastic technology to offer French III toGHS & NHS. This would have the advantage of using his timebetter, since these are small classes, and at this level the studentsdo more reading and writing versus speaking and listeningnecessary at the earlier levels.Spanish can be tough without the right amount of studyingand determination. After taking three years, my biggest advice tothe current Spanish students would be to keep studying and bePossibility of Spanish Fourby Brittney JarrellsFor those of you who have sat through a Spanish or French class,you know the experience and education that you can gain from takinga foreign language. I have completed three years of Spanish: myseventh grade, eighth grade, and freshman year, and thoroughlyenjoyed learning about a completely different culture and way ofliving. The first year I had Spanish I through the distance learning labsince I took the class at Macy McClaugherty. It was somewhatdifficult to obtain a good grade during my first year due to having classover the television and the interruption of other classes since we had touse the speaker to talk. The school board has, however, done apraiseworthy job with providing us the most advanced technologypossible. Mrs. Ribbe also does the best she can at juggling threedifferent classes at once, but I know from firsthand experience that it isnot easy for the students.The Senior Spanish club officers for 2009 2010 are (front)Historian Marti Williams, Reporter Josh Harless, TreasurerJennifer Bradley, (back) Vice President Avery Mahaney,President Wes Griggs, and Secretary Hannah Blankenshipsure to learn the basis of the vocabulary. Without a foundation, the class will just continue to get harder. Also, pay close attention toeverything being taught and try your best to grasp all the information. Mrs. O’Quinn and Mrs. Ribbe are both very sincere women, andthey’d be more than happy to help you understand and study the vocabulary and grammar. Hang in there and learn all you can,because hopefully you’ll soon be able to continue your studies!Roger’s Body ShopPhone: (540) 921-2524Roger Jennelle & SonOwner/Operator208 Curve Rd.Home: (540) 921-2520 Pearisburg, VA 24134ASE and I-CAR Certified6
Our New Nurseby Rose GlarnerGHS has a new staff member this year! Her name is Ms. Gusler and you mayknow her as the school nurse. I asked Ms. Gusler to answer a few questions so wecould all get to know a bit more about her, since you may find yourself in heroffice at some point during the year.Q: Where did you grow up?A: “I grew up in the White Gate Community of Giles High School and attendedGiles High School. While at GHS I loved cheerleading and was a member of theSymphonic Chorale.”Q: How did you come to acquire the position at GHS?A: “I worked for Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital in ICU for 22 years and wasready for a change. I had substituted as the school nurse at Macy as needed andwas happy when a full time position became available at GHS.”Q: Have you found the job rewarding? If so how?A: “Yes, very rewarding…I enjoy talking with the students and try to listen totheir concerns. Hopefully I can also give some Godly advice that will help their situation.”Q: On average how many students do you see a week complaining of illnesses?A: “An average of approximately 150 students with illnesses and to take medication.”Our school nurse Ms. Gusler is happy tomend any bumps or bruises you mayhave.Q: Do you have any advice for students, to help them stay healthy during the next cold months?A: “WASH YOUR HANDS! Cough or sneeze into a tissue or into your sleeve. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and drink plenty ofwater. Get at least eight hours of sleep each night. You have to stay healthy to fight off the germs!!”7
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Page 3 and 4: Santa Clausby Stephanie HallSanta C
Page 5: State Championsby Mykala IngramTher
Page 9 and 10: An Underground Secret?by Janie Mill
Page 11 and 12: Time Leads to Achievement!by Rose G
Page 13 and 14: To: Ciara MeredithFrom: Jack Meredi
Page 15 and 16: “I wish I may, I wish I might”b
Page 17 and 18: Fun Christmas Activities by Stephan
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Page 21 and 22: Varsity Football Updateby Brianna C
Page 23: To: Steffan & GunarFrom: DadSteffan

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