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Issue 1
The True Meaning of
the Green String Beans
By Brenzell Washington
Cleveland--Horizon Science
Academy is the school well known
for numerous academic awards.
One of these academic awards be-
ing the JROTC (Junior Reserve Of-
ficer Training Corps) program.
Every Wednesday, JROTC cadets
wear their class A or B uniforms.
Class A uniform contains hemmed
green slacks, green shirts, shined
black shoes, black socks, belt and
belt buckle, and class A jacket.
Class B uniform is the same as
class A, but class B does not advise
you to wear the class A jacket.
Private first class Enrique Men-
dez said: “While wearing my
JROTC uniform I feel like a lead-
er.”
“In my uniform I feel profes-
sional” Simone Russell, Cadet Ser-
geant said.
Throughout the day, many ca-
dets get numerous compliments
from teachers, parents, neighbors,
and even other cadets on their uni-
form.
On the other hand, some people
try to criticize the JROTC uni-
forms. They describe the cadets as
long, tall string beans.
However, the cadets of JROTC
do not pay attention to the criticism
from other students. The JROTC
cadets stay focused; they are the
leaders of our future. The JROTC
mission is “To motivate young peo-
ple to become better citizens,” and
as long as we follow the JROTC
mission, “Together we will suc-
Blood Drive
By Britne Shepard
The blood drive was a huge success.
The members of the National Honors Society
and the American Red cross organized a blood
drive on September 9, 2010. Forty nine stu-
dents signed up to give blood; however only 30
were able to donate. Of those who donated, 23
were first time donors. The others were turned
away because they were under weight, did not
have enough iron, or were anemic . It was still
a tremendous amount of help to the American
Red Cross; 90 area patients can be helped be-
cause of the blood drive. The main volunteers
were the members of the NHS program, Presi-
dent Christopher Ganzales, Vice President Ra-
keenja Fluellen, Treasurer Stephania DeLean,
and Secretary Jacquelyn Manigault.
Horizon’s Staff
Members Dominated the
Student’s Volleyball Team
By Ovian Wilson
Horizon Science Academy staff mem-
bers played against the students’ volleyball
team testing their skills and preparing for big,
upcoming games.
Horizon’s staff member Mr.Buryanek
bragged before and after the big game that he
was positive the staff team would beat the stu-
dents’ varsity volleyball team.
With the students winning the first
round, staff members had to put their game
faces on and bring all they had. The second
and third round was a bit intense, but the
teachers’ volleyball team kept the lead.
Before the game Mr.Buryanek stated
“it was a bit of a challenge for me with the stu-
dents playing all year long and being coached
throughout the season, but I have full confi-
dence in my teammates and know that we will
win.”
After the big game, students’ volleyball
team players were quite happy and felt no less
of themselves for losing the big game. The stu-
dents’ volleyball team walked as if all was
well.
After the game Mr.Buryanek walked
around proudly happy to have backed up his
words by dominating the students’ volleyball
team.
Mr. Buryanek jumps to block ball at varsity vs. staff volleyball game. photo by Ovian Wilson
Horizon Science Academy
September/October 2010
Inside this Issue
Fashion page 2
Opinion page 2
Sports page 3
Entertainment page 3
Just for Fun page 4
From the Halls page 4
Word Scramble Can you unscramble these words?
By Teria White
termenteeaint _____________________
ptsors ___________________________
nofasih __________________________
poinnoi __________________________
snwe ___________________________
Answers: entertainment, sports, fashion,
opinion, news
Opinion
Inside Life 2
Teenage Life is a
Journey
By Jheri Williams
Being a teenager has its
ups and downs, trust me I learned
this first hand. People say teenag-
ers have it easy, but we really do
not. People do not understand the
obstacles we have to face every
single day in order to survive or
make or lives easier.
Growing up is hard, espe-
cially being a teenager. There are
so many things you have to
watch for. Right now, in high
school there are a few common
issues facing teenagers
The first issue is people
who are willing to waste their
time to make your life as hard as
possible. These people are
known as fake people. They will
bring you down as quickly as
possible. They act one way to be
like you and another way when
they are not around you. They act
like this to hide their insecurities.
Deep inside, they just want to be
happy.
The second issue is
grades. Grades are a big part of
your life while in high school. If
you slack, trust me, it will catch
up with you super fast and you
will regret it! Once you get to the
point where you have a lot of
work to catch up on, you are go-
ing to have a hard time making it
all up!
It is hard for us these
days. Every teenager has their
own story, some are even worse
than others. We always have
problems but end up hiding our
problems with our smiles. What I
have learned so far from being in
high school is there is going to be
a lot of drama, people are going
to come in and out your life, les-
sons will be learned, and mis-
takes will be made. The only
thing you can do is hang on and
do not give up. Do not fall and do
not show people that you are
weak. Stand up for yourself and
always stay strong!
Not a BIG FAN of
Dress Code
By Ashlee Ming
The first day of my freshman
year at Horizon Science Acad-
emy turned out to be great, but
as the days went by the dress
code became a fear of mine.
When I first started
school, I only had 3 pairs of
black, skinny legged jeans.
The first couple of days the
dean did not say anything
about the dress code because
he wanted to give us time to
fix any problems. As the days
went by, the teachers and
deans became more strict
about the dress code. They
announced to us that black
pants were not allowed, and if
they were seen, the student
would spend the day at home.
That is when I became
very scared because I knew I
did not have any blue pants at
home. After the announce-
ment, I was warned about my
pants.
One day I got a call
over the P.A. to come to the
office, my head was spinning,
and my heart was racing be-
cause I just could not afford to
get suspended.
When I arrived at the
office, I held my breath.
There was a white, shinny
piece of paper with my name
on it on the desk. It was a
dress code violation. I ex-
haled in relief, ecstatic that I
did not get suspended.
Once I got home, I was
in such a hurry to tell my
mother about the violation, but
she was already informed.
Even though I did not want to
lose my pretty, black, skinny
legged jeans, I knew I had to.
The next day my moth-
er went out to buy me some
blue pants. They were not as
cool or as cute as my black
ones, but they were accepta-
ble. I knew I would not get
suspended.
Dress code is not the
best school policy, but it is
very reasonable, and it make
us look like a team. Dress
code plays a great role in stu-
dent progress in school. For
the very first time, I realized
how black, skinny jeans could
be my biggest fear. Fashion
"Chuck Taylor"
Fashion Trend
By Ashlee Ming
Since the year of 1917
Chuck Taylors, also known as
Converse, all star tennis shoes
have been a huge fashion trend.
According to
www.chucktaylorallstar.com
They did not become quite popu-
lar until the famous basketball
player "Chuck Taylor" took them
on as his shoe. After Taylor
adopted the shoe he signed his
current name CHUCK TAYLOR
on the ankle of the shoe all star
patch .
He created a variety of
shoe styles and colors. First,
Converse started to come in all
different colors. Then, in the year
1966 Low-tops, "Oxford" high-
tops and later knee high versions
were produced.
Converse are a huge fash-
ion trend at Horizon Science
Academy because dress code
requires only black shoes. The all
black converse are a huge trend,
and the majority of the students
have all black converse.
It is a mixture of the high
-top and low-top shoes walking
through the halls. Even though
they are all the same shoe, stu-
dents use their creativity to wear
them differently.
Some students wear theirs
half way laced up, some wear
theirs with their shoe strings dou-
ble knotted or tied into a bow,
and some even wear theirs with
no shoe strings at all .
Converse seems to be a
very popular tennis shoe at HSA.
Chuck Taylor created a huge
fashion trend with his Converse
tennis shoes, and now they are
worn by a lot of people around
the world..
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Inside Life Staff: Denzel Cummings, Naizhjay McDaniel,
Ashlee Ming, Britne Shepard, Jazmyne Shields, Brenzell
Washington, Teria White, Jheri Williams, Ovian Wilson
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Volleyball Playoffs Varsity volleyball players go to
playoffs for the first time!
By Ovian Wilson
Horiszon Science Academy’s
volleyball team started playoffs Oct. 20
at Mayfield High School.
The coaches and players agree
that it will be a big challenge for the
team because it is their first time in the
playoffs.
Before the playoffs started, team
member Juanita Hines said, “the game
is very important, but with the little gym
time and sharing the gym with other
teams, the girls are not ready. This will
be a challenge for them.”
Leading up to the playoffs, Hori-
zon’s record was 6-8 and the opposing
team Beaumont had a record of 14-3.
Coach Moro, the athletic director, said,
“this game is absolutely important and
is a challenge, but with the team’s suc-
cessful year, it will be no problem if
they bring their A game.”
Coach Señora Velez added, “I
have full confidence in the girls; not
only because I have to, but because I
trained them well.”
By Britne Shepard
When HSA student Sherard Bradley is
not in school, he occupies his free time boxing.
Sherard started boxing to explore new interest
and has yet to earn a ranking. Sherard works out
with his trainer preparing for upcoming events
three times a week at Cleveland Boxing. ''I enjoy
boxing because it keeps me out of trouble and
helps me stay physically fit," says Sherard. Sher-
ard is not just learning new techniques and skills
boxing, but he is also spending his time wisely
with what could be his lifetime career.
Sports and Entertainment
Inside Life 3
Music
By Jheri Williams
Music plays a
big part in life. Music
has so many genres and
meanings; it easily
calms your nerves. Mu-
sic is used in many
ways: to express feelings, for therapeutic reasons,
to escape, etc.. Here are a few of highly recom-
mended songs you should listen to.
Selena Gomez- “A Year Without Rain”
Chrishan- “Lego”
Kanary Diamonds- “Lost Her Mind”
Waka Flocka Flame- “Rumors and Hard in
the Paint”
Janet Jackson-”Nothing”
Tamia- “Almost”
Lady GaGa- “Videophone”
Paramore- “That’s What You Get” and
“Misery Business”
Demi Lovato- “Me, Myself, and Time”
Music is there when you are stressed out.
Music also gives you mixed emotions. Music can
motivate you in many different ways. Music
makes you happy and makes all your problems go
away. Music is also a form of love. Music makes
the world go around. It is rhythm in our heart
beats; it is harmony that people surround us with.
Music helps us grow and learn from our prob-
lems. Without music, our world would be crazy;
people would argue like crazy.
Sherard Bradley photo by Britne Shepard
Senior
Spotlight
Bored and have nothing to do? Join a club!
Students Speak About After
School Jobs
By Ovian Wilson
When students become teenagers, they want to
have jobs. A job allows teenagers to feel a sense
of independence. A job lets teens earn their own
money, and as a result, they begin to feel like a
young adult. However, others admit that an after
school job is just not for them.
Coach Velez smiles, confident and proud of
her team.
photo by Ovian Wilson
“I work because it is something for me to
occupy my time, teaches me people skills and
also, I can have my own money” -Regina
Johnson
“Yes, I do work because
working as a teen helps
me prepare for the future
and have working respon-
sibility as a young adult.”
- Jasmine Sajn
“ I don’t have a job be-
cause most jobs have limi-
tations, or you have to be
a certain age.” - Kayla
Teasley
“I would work because I
don’t want to ask my par-
ents for money anymore.”
- Azziz Muhammed
“I would work because I
want the money.” -
Unique Cage
“I do not work because I
can’t get a work permit,
the economy is bad and
there are not a lot of jobs,
and plus, I’m only 15.” -
Adaisjah Strother
Mango Puff Pastry Turnovers
By Naizhjay McDaniels
My mango turnover recipe is inspired by the traditional guava turnover.
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
1 lb. frozen puff pastry (thawed and cut into 4 squares)
1 c. mango preserves or jam
1/4 c. chopped cashews *
1 egg beaten
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to taste
Confectioner sugar for dusting
Butter to grease cookie sheet
Parchment paper * can be omitted
Preparations:
1. Grease cookie sheet and line with parchment paper
2. In a bowl mix the mango preserves or jam with chopped cashews. Set aside.
3. Lightly sprinkle each pastry with the spices to taste
4. Put 1/2 tablespoon of mango mixture in the middle of each pastry
5. Brush the edges of the pastry with egg. Fold to form a triangle, enclosing the
mango mixture.
6. Place pastries 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheet
7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly golden
9. Remove from oven and dust with confectioner sugar. Allow to cool before
serving.
Poetry Corner
What’s love?
In math, it’s a problem.
In history, its war.
In chemistry, it’s a reaction.
In art, it’s a heart.
In me, its you!
“It’s impossible”, said pride.
“It’s risky”, said experience.
“It’s pointless,” said reason.
“Give it a try,” whispered the heart!
-- By Jheri Willams
Dear Time
Dear Time,
Can you heal my heart a little bit faster?
I’m becoming a mess, a beautiful disas-
ter.
Please hurry time
Erase it all
I’m on the edge of a cliff
I’m ready to fall.
You helped him
Because he’s long gone
So help me forget him
Help me move on.
These emotions are destroying me
Please break me from my chains
Set me free
I know I’m impatient
But you’re going so slow
I’m trying to be strong
Help me stop!
-- By Jheri Williams
Zoomed in Photo
Challenge By Brenzell Washington
Can you guess
what I am?
Hint: I’m very talkative
Answer: A dog
Inside Life 4
From The Halls “If HSA had a magic portal, where
would you want it to take you?”
By Naizhjay McDaniel
Mr. Robinson, Dean of Students
“Mississippi.”
Talen McCoy, senior
“To Africa!”
Alicia Hildreth, junior
“Paris, I’ve always wanted
to go there!”
Masta Johnson,
sophomore
“To a Jamaican beach
with my girl.”
Sergio Banks, freshman
“To a place with all non
fake people.”