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Working students face many challenges |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 19:04 |
By Sedrick Frierson
Hugo High School
Student Reporter
HUGO — Working a part-time job and going to school can be a difficult task. Whether it is at Wal-mart, Sonic, Braum’s or any other establishment that allows minors to work; the challenges are still the same. Weeks are pretty rough, but after awhile a student gets used to it. Let’s consider a typical day of a student with a job.
The alarm buzzes at 6:30 a.m., and preparation for school begins. Arrival time at school is set at 7:30. The first thing on the agenda is eating breakfast. After breakfast, four morning classes occur, and homework is received along the way. Lunchtime seems heavenly when it comes, but even it doesn’t last for long. The school day is then topped off with two afternoon classes and practice. Practice is cut short because work is about to start.
A student travels from practice to home for a quick shower, and then it’s off to work. Work lasts for about five hours and ends at 10 p.m. Then a student must go home, start homework and prepare clothes for the next day. It’s midnight or later before there’s any chance of sleep.
You may notice that there is little or no free time. A working student also has to constantly rearrange their work schedule because of sports. The working student rarely gets eight hours of sleep or even five. Not all teachers understand how difficult it is for these students. A big part of high school is friends, yet who has time for that? Acquaintances are made at work, but there is little time for real friends.
Students are getting jobs to pay for their clothes, car payments and some even to help their parents with the bills. Some people don’t understand how tough it is for the working student. They truly are getting a taste of the real world before they graduate, and for that they deserve our respect. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 September 2009 19:07 )
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The high school library offers a wealth of student resources |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 18:58 |
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By Weston Bates
Hugo High School
Student Reporter HUGO — When a student needs quiet time to reflect, research, read and write about assignments, they should make their way to the Hugo High School library. It has a new look and is very easy to use.
This year the Sequoyah books will be available to high school students. Sequoyah books are on suggested reading lists and have won awards.
Some of the Sequoyah book titles include: Peak, Twisted, Grief Girl: My True Story, Diamonds in the Shadow and The Absolute True Story of A Part Time Indian. Students will be able to vote on their favorite Sequoyah book in the spring.
Many groups meet in the Hugo High School library. The Kiamichi Technology Center retail class meets one Tuesday each month in the library. Also, the student council meets every Tuesday morning in the library. Additionally, military recruiters, tutors and college representatives will all meet with students within the library walls. The first college visit will be from Southeastern State University from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 6.
The library has a wealth of information to help students research and write. It also has eight computers that students can use to access important Web sites.
Mrs. Roberta Armstrong is our librarian. She is very kind and helpful to classes or individuals who come to research. She has a vast knowledge about all kinds of resources. If she can’t help it immediately, she will find the information you need and it will be waiting on your return visit.
Each week, this paper will highlight a new book of interest. We will give the title, author and share a short synopsis. We are hoping to increase the interest of high school students in books. The library is clean, full of new titles and has a great reference section. Come by and enjoy all the library has to offer. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 September 2009 18:59 )
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 18:44 |
By Ryan Debo and Brian Holbrook
Hugo High School Sports Reporters
The smell of freshly cut grass, sweat and hard work is in the air, which can only mean one thing — Hugo Football.
This year many things have changed. Not only do we train differently, we also have a new look. I think that with our new coaching staff and the hard work and effort we are putting out, we can make a good run in the playoffs.
It all starts with training. This summer, for the first time, we had Summer Pride. Summer Pride is a strength and condition program that involves lifting weights and running. Our coaches also made it fun by creating competitions like obstacle courses and flipping tires.
Our coaching staff is focused on positive feedback for the players. We receive encouragement very often and are redirected if we make mistakes, and from a player’s perspective, we love it. We can concentrate on positive team morale and improvement instead of what we are doing wrong.
This year’s Buffalo herd is at least 50 strong. We will have depth on the bench and our starters are looking exceptionally well. Defensively, we are experienced. With most of our players returning, we are seasoned and strong. Offensively, we have some new Buffaloes to add to the roster like speed demon Brandarius Lane. Lane has shown he will be able to out run any defenders, and returning running back Willie McAllister will surely do the same.
As the quarterback, the guys on the line are, in my eyes, the most important. Even though they don’t get much credit, it all starts with the line. Colby Raper is the only returning offensive lineman from last year. Raper may not be the biggest guy, but he plays harder than anybody. I would put him up against any defensive lineman in the state.
Buffalo fans, the herd is working hard to earn your support. There are definitely countless thrills in store for you this football season. The first football game is Sept. 4 against Valliant; we’ll see you there. |
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A traditional Buffalo sticks to his roots in Hugo |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 18:50 |
By Alex Cantu and Kiera Jones
Hugo High School Student Reporters
HUGO — Class of 1951’s Rolin McGuire has been involved with the community a great deal since his graduation. He’s been a member of the Booster Club since the mid ‘60s, back then it was known as the Quarterback Club.
When asked about his high school years McGuire said, “Pep rallies were a favorite because they were downtown.” He also remembers being a starting guard his junior year in both football and basketball. McGuire’s two favorite coaches were basketball Coach Doug Frederick and football Coach Simon Parker. Back then, Hugo only had two coaches, one would coach a sport and the other would be assistant coach and vice versa.
McGuire and other past graduates are known for helping put the buffalo statue up in front of the high school. Roy and Betty Lyles, Johnny Wall and Ralph Jenner were all involved. The classes of 1947-1951 paid for the project, costing them around $3500. After being purchased, Wylie Jenks painted the buffalo for free. McGuire brought his tractor and did the site work. They unloaded the heavy buffalo off the truck and hoisted it onto the slab. It was then drilled into the cement and remains a proud icon for the school and community.
When asked about a new school, McGuire said, “We definitely need a new high school with an auditorium that’s open to the public. I hope this happens sometime soon.”
McGuire believes the citizens of Hugo should not have to leave to look for a job. Citizens should establish more jobs for the town so people won’t leave. McGuire serves on the Industrial Authority and Zoning and Planning Board. It is his goal to help bring more jobs to Hugo and keep the city clean and attractive.
Rolin McGuire is one of the many alumni of Hugo High that take pride in being a Buffalo. McGuire’s advice to Hugo students was, “When you get out of school it’s never the same. You have to join the workforce for the rest of your life, try to enjoy your high school years.”
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Hugo High School Ag Report |
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Thursday, 03 September 2009 00:00 |
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By Weston Bates
Hugo High School
Student Reporter HUGO — Fast-action, ground-pounding, heart-stopping fun.
Rodeo fans get ready for Hugo High School’s version of the PRCA Rodeo. The Hugo FFA is holding its annual rodeo Aug. 27-29 at the Hugo Rodeo Arena.
If you like the beating and banging of professional rodeos, you will definitely enjoy watching some of these future rodeo stars. A few entries for agriculture students will include bull riding, bronc riding, steer wrestling and many other exciting rodeo events.
Caramel apples, craft booths and the smell of saw dust on the floor remind us why we love the county fair. Another exciting event coming up is the Choctaw County Fair, which will be Sept. 9-12. Beef, goats, lamb, baking and photography are a few of the events currently accepting entries. Students and citizens can enter into the fair.
The Hugo High School agriculture students are really excited about showing off their hard work this school year. Please come out and support us as we display our talents against the competition. |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 September 2009 18:53 )
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