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Cell phone addiction has become a growing problem |
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Thursday, 15 October 2009 21:27 |
By Traci Mitchell
Hugo High School
Student Reporter
“Cell phone addiction” — how ridiculous does that sound? Everyone has a cell phone. We need them. What if we break down on the side of the road, or we forget to make an important phone call? This “cell phone addiction” thing is taking it a little too far; don’t you think? Hold on, I got a text message. Okay, seriously, go to your nearest computer or go ahead and even Google it on your cell phone. Cell phone addiction is even on drug rehabilitation sites.
I couldn’t believe people were actually taking this so seriously. I found hundreds of articles. I even read about the two girls from Spain who actually went to a mental hospital because they couldn’t complete “normal tasks.” These girls were ages 12 and 13. Couldn’t their parents just have taken the cell phones away? Is this real? Are we actually addicted to our cell phones?
I went to a Web site called www.drugrehadtreatment.com/tenn-cell-phone-addiction.html, and that’s where I found the “warning signs”:
• Feeling restless or uncomfortable when not using a cell phone.
• Having irrational reactions to being without a phone if it is lost or forgotten.
• Substantial increases in the amount of time spent talking on a cell phone.
• Increasing cell phone bills that cause financial distress.
• Problems at school and work from constant cell phone use.
• Taking unnecessary risks such as using a cell phone during inappropriate times (driving, etc.)
In my opinion, we should all be in rehab right now. I hardly know anyone who doesn’t match the “cell phone addict” criteria. If this is real, that just means that it will only get worse over time. We become more reliant on technology in our daily lives. Besides, it’s more than just a cell phone — its an alarm clock, watch, MP3 player, camera and calendar. Just imagine what cell phones will be in the next decade. We may not even need laptops or gaming devices anymore.
What is happening with our technology? Cell phones are supposed to make our lives so much easier, keeping us safe in case an emergency and keeping us connected to family and friends. What if we’re letting our technology control our lives, maybe we’re losing sight of their purpose. Whether you agree with the whole “cell phone addiction” thing or not, you have to admit this will leave you thinking or a little worried. Think however you’d like, but we all know you’re secretly looking for a mental hospital.
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Stay informed to prevent teen pregnancy |
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Thursday, 15 October 2009 21:26 |
By Kiera Jones
Hugo High School
Student Reporter
Pregnancy prevention is a very important subject in today’s world because the risk of teen pregnancy is very high. I researched a few tips to prevent pregnancy and how these tips can help teens not become pregnant.
Tip No. 1 is abstinence. Teens that practice abstinence have no worries. They decide not to have sex until marriage. Some teens wear abstinence rings to symbolize their decision. This is a symbol of a promise they made to their body and they will honor it.
Tip No. 2 would be legal knowledge. It may help if teens know more about custody issues (which is a battle over who gets the baby on certain days and weekends). Also, teens need more knowledge about child support. If both the parents are teenagers and child support is approved, the parent that should be paying child support will not. His or her parents will have to pay until the teen is 18. If teenagers knew more about these consequences they might think twice before practicing casual sex.
Tip No. 3 is open communication. Parents should have an open line of communication with their children. Parents need to stress the importance of teens respecting themselves and to think about their future. Teenagers, in return, need to take in this communication from their parents.
Tip No. 4 is visiting the health department. If a teen is already sexually active, they need to visit our local health department. These professionals have information and articles that are free to help teens learn more about practicing safe sex.
Please carefully consider all these tips and information before making a hasty decision about sex. Be smart, you only have one body.
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Military brat turned vice principal |
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Thursday, 15 October 2009 21:23 |
By Justin Davis
Hugo High School
Student Reporter
If you’re a student at Hugo High School, you have probably been sent to the office a couple of times. I know I have myself. This time though, I went for a different reason. You may think you know Vivian Shanklin, but did you know that she grew up on military bases? I got the privilege to hear her thoughts about Hugo High School, and its atmosphere.
Shanklin has been a vice principal for four years. She says the hardest part of her job has been disciplining someone else’s children besides her own, but she thinks she handles it pretty well. Her favorite part of her job is getting to work with kids, motivate them and see them succeed. Shanklin says she would like to see her students accommodate a new building, because the building we’re presently in has many problems and faults.
The message she would like to give to the students is to remember that the reason they are here is to get an education, and they should be respectful so they can become productive citizens. Shanklin would love to see more parental involvement in the school system. The parents could help with events such as pep rallies, parent- teacher conferences and even just seeing what they can do to help out around the school. When Shanklin isn’t helping a student at school with a problem, you can find her reading a new book or spending time with her family.
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Alma mater the result of hard work and commitment |
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Thursday, 15 October 2009 21:25 |
By Jeff Rabon and Skyler Foster
Hugo High School
Student Reporter
Every school needs traditions. Hugo High School is rich with traditions that date back to its beginning in 1920.
Hugo has successful alumni who have spanned the globe with their accomplishments. As students have passed through the halls, each class has tried to leave its legacy. Two classes in particular gave us a legacy that has been dear to many hearts. Each year, we sing the alma mater at our assemblies and pep rallies. The choir leads the student body in singing the song. The words are imprinted on us, but have we ever wondered where they came from? Here is the rest of the story.
A group of young girls from the classes of 1956 and 1957 formed a committee and began writing lyrics. These girls poured over each line and considered many choices before deciding on the final version. The girls met many times over the two year period to hash out the details. These historic ladies were: Martha Dell Wettstain, Betty Firebaugh, Jannie Houser, Eula Luna, Marie Cowley Jo Gail Mobley, Gail Cummins, Judy Ford and Nina Karr.
Finally, when the lyrics were complete, Mrs. Fellows, the music teacher, assigned the melody writing to Bob Grant. He wrote the tune to match the inspirational lyrics that we sing daily.
We leave these halls far behind us
And though we go far away
We’ll always be true to the spirit we knew
In our Hugo High School days.
Loyalty, courage and wisdom
We’ve gained through all the years
And by God’s grace
We will soon take our place
Treasuring memories through
Smiles and tears.
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With eligibility rules, students stay sharp in the classroom and out |
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Friday, 09 October 2009 20:14 |
By Brian Holbrook and Ryan Debo
Hugo High School
Sports Reporters
You may know all the plays, be the best athlete on the team, and the coaches’ favorite, but you are worthless to your team if you are not eligible.
This year’s eligibility requirements are the strictest ever. Eligibility rules apply to every sport and extra curricular activity. These include band, flag, show choir, student council, cheerleading and FFA. If you have below a 60 in any class for that week, the teacher places your name on a weekly eligible list. The first week your name appears on the list you are on probation, for Hugo football this means bear-crawls everyday until you’re off the list.
We think this is a good idea because it motivates players to perform well in the classroom and on the field. We need to realize that there is life after football season and grades do matter. After two weeks of being on the eligible list you can not participate in any extra curricular activities until you have attended tutoring and brought your grade up.
Believe it or not your teammates need you. Studying for a test and turning in homework on time is not an option, it must be done. Step up your game in the classroom and on the field.
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