VOLUME XXX, ISSUE V

The Bulls Eye

INSIDE THIS ISSUE
WHEN CLUBS COLLIDE Do students really know what they are getting themselves into when creating a club? Read about what we think. Please see page 4. SHOPPIN FOR LOVE Cupids arrow is heading this way. Valentines Day is coming up and its time to buy the perfect gift. Check out our creative gift ideas. Please see page 8. MOVIE MADNESS Are you excited to see all the new films this year? The movie options are endless. Take a look at what this year has in store for us. Please see page 9.

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PINNING THE PANTHERS Last week, the Brahmas took down the Diamond Ranch Panthers. Find out how we won with the score of 60-13. Please see page 11.

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COLUMN ONE

Diamond Bar Resident Creates Agricultural Center

In 2008, Rishi Kumar planted food in his yard. Gradually, he expanded the garden, which covered 5000 square feet of his home with over 40 different types of plants. Holly Liu Asst. News Editor The Growing Home and Learning Center held its grand opening ceremony last summer; since then it has gradually become a certified farm and learning center. This farm was founded by Rishi Kumar who took the idea of going green and made it into a reality when he developed his garden in Diamond Bar into a legitimate farm. Starting in 2008, Kumar planted food all over his backyard. Gradually, he planted food in his front and side yard as well. In total, 5000 square feet of his home is covered in over 40 different types of plants bearing an assortment of herbs, flowers, fruits, and vegetables. The Growing Home started as a means of feeding organic foods to Kumars family; however, as the farm gradually expanded, Kumar began the Community Supported Agriculture. Through this program, people can apply to become share-holders of the farm by contributing financially to it in return for weekly products. The CSA program does not allow [Please see GREEN on page 3]

Gotta catch all them votes...Junior David Chen presents his candidate speech in the lunch area, encouraging the student body to vote for him as the new Speaker of the House. Courtesy of Jocelyn Hsu

CAMPAIGN: On January 20, a school-wide voting took place during fourth period. Votes were tallied and the winner of the reelection was announced on the same day. Austin Kong A&E Editor The United Student Body held a re-election for the Speaker of the House position for the USB Executive Board after the former Speaker of the House, Cole Martinez, decided to resign prior to serving his term due to personal reasons.

Junior David Chen Wins Re-election for Speaker of the House Position
David Chen will be filling in Martinezs position. USB has a lot of potential. [The members] are the examples of what the students should [be]. They are the image of the school. [The position] is a hard and tough job. I left for myself and not because of the group of people in USB. I wish I could have led them because they were an amazing group, shared Martinez The re-election was announced at the beginning of the new year and applications for potential candidates were due on January 11. The term for the new USB Executive Board and commissioners began at the start of the new semester. The day after the new commissioners were installed into their terms, Martinez contacted Activities Director Chelsea Grunseth about a possible resignation. [The Board] had to follow USB protocol which meant that we could not appoint the person with the second highest votes. We had to redo the entire election. [The situation] was difficult to comprehend and it was a hard time. USB felt like it was were in the dark, expressed USB President junior Will Honda. After the Executive Board discussed the future of the position, the Speaker of the House stepped down and USB Vice President junior Grace Sim began to plan the re-election. The decision made by the past [Speaker of the House] was abrupt and especially with the new USB commissioners already in their positions, we had to get the election done as soon as possible, commented

Food Truck Festival to Arrive

FEAST: Admission for the Four Wheel Food Fest is two dollars for adults, one dollar for students, and free for kids five and under. Food items are not included in the admission fee. Angie Zhang Asst. Feature Editor In order to formulate a logo for the upcoming Four Wheel Food Fest, the United Student Body has decided to hold a competition for the best design among its own members. The actual festival will be held on Saturday, February 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the front parking lot of Diamond Bar High School. USB members were told to design a logo that both symbolized the event and represented DBHS. The winning design will be printed on posters and flyers that will advertise the event. Sophomore Class President Irene Na stated, This [event] was created for fun but we also needed a logo. With the [involvement] of all of USB, we have more options to choose from. The festival will include a variety of food trucks, such as Don Chows Tacos, which was seen on Food Networks TV show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, Slummin Gourmet, Sweet Es Bake Shop, and

Sim. On January 20, a schoolwide voting took place; votes were tallied and the winner of the re-election was announced on the same day. Among the candidates, junior Kris Nalla was disqualified due to some controversial flyers. It was unfortunate that Cole had to resign due to personal issues, but as the new Speaker of the House, I plan to work just as hard as Cole would have. I will make sure that USB 2012 becomes the best USB ever! expressed Chen.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Aquatic Center and Pool

Slammin Sliders. Kung pao chicken tacos, garlic manchego fries, cake pops, and kobe beef sliders are just a few of the food items that will be sold at the event. Admission for the Four Wheel Food Fest is two dollars for adults, one dollar for students with school identification cards, and free for kids five and under. Food items are not included in the admission fee and must be paid for separately. The two dollar admission fee will be considered a donation to the school. A portion of the food sales will go directly to the school. This event was organized by the Magnificent 7 Parent Groups, made up of the Brahma Boosters, Brahma Foundation, Chinese American Parent Association, Korean American Parent Association, Hispanic Organization of Parents and Education, South Asian Parent Association, and Council of African American Parents. These groups help support the school through fundraising, special events, donations, and more. In anticipation towards the event, Principle Catherine Real stated, We have been anxious to bring a food truck event to our school and are excited about this delicious fundraising, community event.

Digging for success...Officials and representatives participate in the groundbreaking ceremony to signify the start of the construction for a pool and its surrounding buildings. Stephanie Cota CONSTRUCTION:Several speeches were given about what made this anticipated project possible. Descriptions of the pool and its uses were also disclosed in this celebration. Holly Liu Asst. News Editor After a several year wait without official news, a groundbreaking ceremony was finally held for the Diamond Bar High School Denis R. Paul Aquatic Center afterschool on Wednesday, January 18. During this engagement, it was announced that this project will be completed in about two years. During the ceremony, several speeches were given about what made this anticipated project possible. Descriptions of the pool and its uses were also disclosed. Near the end, many people who contributed to the project came together to begin the groundbreaking. This event marked the beginning of the progress of a long awaited project. The aquatic center is designed by the Aquatic Design Group and is expected to contain a 12-lane pool which will be available for use by the DBHS swim team. Physical education classes will also be able to utilize the convenience of the pool. With the development of the pool, a water polo team [Please see SWIM on page 2]

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

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City of Diamond Bar Hosts Annual Winter Snow Fest at Pantera Park
COLD: Throughout the day, games were held, performances were showed, and food was sold simultaneously. Kids could purchase game cards and participate in activities. Prisca Kim Asst. News Editor Even in the hot heat, young children, family members, and volunteers crowded the hills of Pantera Park to celebrate the citys annual Winter Snow Fest on January 14. Winter Snow Fest is an event held by the city of Diamond Bar to entertain the residents of the community. The day started off with a speech by the Mayor Ling-Ling Chang, who introduced Flurry the penguin. Throughout the day, games were held, performances were showed, and food was sold simultaneously. The community and the people coming out [made this event successful], shared Tarazon. Kids could purchase game cards and participate in a variety of activities that were supervised by city volunteers. Some games included the Duck Pond, the Frosty Toss, Snowball Bowling, Bank Shot, Moon Bounce, and Dot Coloring. I think the kids are wellentertained and the people working the booths are really generous and very nice, stated attendee Renise Bentley. In addition, the city created two snow areas for children to participate in. There was a free snow play area on flat ground

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On Target
BE SMART, SHARE HEARTS Its finally time to confess your feelings to that special someone! Thats right! Valentines Day is coming up so remember to do something romantic for your loved ones. Chocolates, roses, maybe even a candle lit dinner are great ways to make them fall head over heels for you! Better start thinking of creative ways to impress your valentine! If cupid wasnt on your side this year, then why not spend it with your family and friends? Whatever it is just remember that love is all you need! Valentines Day is on Tuesday, February 14. FOOD BABY COMING THROUGH Are you craving some chili cheese fries or boba milk tea? Well the All Club Food Fair is quickly approaching and clubs will be selling a variety of delicacies! From Italy to China, the All Club Food Fair will take you on a journey to food paradise! Whether its pizza or chow mein the food fair will satisfy all your needs! Boring school lunches may have caused your taste buds to turn bland, but with the wonderful array of treats that the clubs will be selling, this is definitely every food-lovers dream! So remember to bring some extra cash and wear your best pair of running shoes because youll need to hurry there before all the food sells out! All Club Food Fair is on Wednesday, February 15. TIME TO KICK BACK AND RELAX Are dark, disgusting bags beginning to form under your eyes due to sleep deprivation? During this busy time, everyone deserves to rest. Worry no more because another late start is well on its way! Whether youre enjoying your morning sleeping in or having a nice breakfast while relaxing at home, just know that youll be starting off your day feeling fresh and rejuvenated. Theres no brunch on late start days, so eat a big breakfast! Say goodbye to falling asleep in class and hello to a well rested morning. Late Start is on Tuesday, February 21. IF ITS FREE. ITS FOR ME Is free food for you, too? Well its time to get rewarded for your hard effort in school, so come to the Renaissance Give Away to receive some delicious food! Maybe not full with your lunch? No worries. You dont have to buy an extra snack, just simply come to the upper quad during lunch for a free munch. Come with your friends to pick up this delightful gift! Food runs out quickly, so remember to hurry and get your give-away. Make sure to bring your ID card! Renaissance Give Away is on Tuesday, February 28.

Sleighing swiftly down the slope...Two children enjoy their ride down one of the snow covered hills. Courtesy of Jocelyn Hsu and a snow sled area which had four different slopes to sled down. Unlimited sledding wristbands were sold at the ticket booth. The days entertainment schedule included performances by Da Hula Studio, Sunshine Generation of D.B., Red Dragon Karate, and Jamie Beeman and the Stingers. There was also food booths at the event, and each was coordinated by a different organization. Red Dragon Karate sold cotton candy, sweet kettle popcorn, and shaved ice. Lemonade was sold by the Walnut Valley Rotary club, and the DB Breakfast Lions Club sold pizza. Other food items included funnel cakes and corn dogs. The city of Diamond Bar invited numerous volunteer groups to help run the event. Some of the organizations included Diamond Bar High School Key Club, DBHS Leo Club, DB4Youth, Lions International, and Interact. I really enjoy helping out [at winter snow fest] because the kids are so excited to play in the snow, and even though it is tiring, it is worth it to see them having fun, said volunteer senior Benson Ip.

Heritage Schools Open Registration

CULTURE: Officials of the heritage schools can complete their registration online in order to receive approval of their school by the state. Registration is now open. Prisca Kim Asst. News Editor As a way of furthering education and teaching students about culture, the California Department of Education recently approved of registering heritage schools in the state. The Heritage School in Diamond Bar is the Sky Village Enterprises LLC School Connection run by Olivia Hidayat. Heritage schools specialize in incorporating curriculum about language, culture, and traditions of a foreign country. will possibly be established. In addition to the pool, a coach room, a locker room, public restrooms, and stadium seating with shade will be created. The center is also anticipated to have a two story classroom building. This building will include 20 math classrooms and several offices. When asked about the delay of the pool, Catherine Real, the principal of DBHS responded, The project of this magnitude takes a great deal of time and has many steps and red-tape to go through. It wasnt necessarily delayed as much as it just required many steps of approval before being realized. Currently, underground gas service, underground utilities, site preparation are already complete. Final approval processes for the pool, shade structure, and above-ground Even though heritage schools are considered schools, these programs do not entirely replace schools since they serve as additional, out-ofschool programs. By allowing California to enforce heritage schools, students can be better informed about different cultures. Officials of the heritage schools can complete their registration online in order to receive approval of their school by the state. Registration is now open; heritage schools must register online every year by the end of January. This new system facilitates the process of verifying that schools are following the state requirements regarding health, safety, operation, and parent notification. SWIM, from page 1 electrical utilities were started with the Division of State Architects in the spring of 2011. The pool has been a dream for this campus since its creation in 1982. The current project came to life with the passing of bond measures S & Y in 2007, stated Real. These measures were awarded to Novus Construction for $10.7 million, which funds the project. Real commented, I am thrilled that this project is finally becoming a reality and even happier that it was named after our esteemed former Principal, Denis R. Paula man who was instrumental in making this project happen, in establishing and cultivating our Brahma culture, and who has supported the four As: Academics, Activities, the Arts, and Athletics throughout his long and impressive career at Diamond Bar High School.

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21 Students Accepted into All-State Band and Orchestra

AUDITION: In order to audition into All-State Band and Orchestra, the musicians had to send in videos of themselves playing different types of scales and audition excerpts. Emily Hwang Staff Writer Twenty-one young musicians from Diamond Bar High School were accepted to be a part of the 2012 AllState Band and Orchestra. The performers that were chosen from all over California spent a weekend in Fresno practicing their music together for four concerts. Students [who] are in All-State get a chance to play music with all the best players in the state [and] work with professional level conductors. Being in All-State is a great opportunity and [gives] a sense of purpose for the students to excel at their instruments, stated DBHS Music Director, Steve Acciani. All-State Orchestra is currently practicing specific musical pieces that the conductor, Daniel Boico, specifically chose for the concerts that will be held on Thursday, February 16 through share-holders to choose their own food; however, the shareholders get a fair share of the weekly harvests. This offers the share-holders an opportunity to try different types of organic products. Kumars home is open for touring with a scheduled Sunday, February 19, at the Holiday Inn at Downtown Fresno. The orchestra will be practicing everyday starting February 16 in the Sierra Grand Ballroom for its performance at the Saroyan Theater. Im so happy that Im getting the opportunity to perform with great youth musicians from all over California. Im very excited to be able to participate in AllState Orchestra for the first time, commented orchestra percussionist junior Benji Pun. All-State Band will also be holding its practices and concerts with All-State Orchestra at the Saroyan Theater. All-State Band which consists of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Windy Symphony will be holding their practices at different times of the day in various places at the Hotel and Conference Center. They will be performing renowned classical music chosen by Concert Band conductor, Robert Feller, Symphonic Band conductor, Dr. Timothy Mahr, and Wind Symphony conductor, Gary Green. In order to audition into AllState Band and Orchestra, the musicians had to send in videos of themselves playing different types of scales and audition appointment. The tours not only give the visitors an opportunity to see his urban farm but also enhance the visitors knowledge about gardening. Previous visitors have thought that this was quite a unique center that really

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excerpts. On January 3, AllState Band and Orchestra try-out results were: out of the 40 students from DBHS that auditioned, 21 students were accepted. I feel like this is a great program to get into especially for students who want to be in a much more competitive band. At this event, you can totally tell that everyone wants to be the best they can be with same intention, which is to make great music. I am definitely looking forward to this years concerts and practices, stated band bassoon player, senior Evelyn Na. Being in All-State Band and Orchestra students from schools over California to get together and perform music conducted by professional conductors. For the [past] three years, we had the most students making All-State of any program. It shows a depth of talent here [at] Diamond Bar High School a commitment by the school and administrations to give the students a great opportunity to perform with professional conductors and talented musicians from all over the state, commented Acciani. encourages people to take action towards becoming more environmentally friendly. Each month The Growing Home hosts several events that get the community involved. These activities include potlucks where people can join together for healthy food and

Fresh kicks...Two freshmen boys race in the winter sports obstacle course that was set up by Link Crew. Xing Yen Quek GREEN, from page 1 interesting lectures. The Growing Home is also open for business. Those with interest in developing their own edible garden can contact The Growing Home to start installing an organic vegetable garden into their own home. The Growing Home is also open to those who wish to volunteer. Volunteers have an opportunity to help out at the farm while obtaining community service hours. Through this voluntary work, the volunteers learn a lot about the ways of gardening while obtaining their hours. Those that have volunteered commented that this is a very special opportunity especially for those who are interested in environmental science. In the future, Kumar actually hopes to cover his entire house in plants to even further his interactions with going green.

News Bits
A church in Michigan, The Bridge, has opened a running tattoo parlor to attract more people who do not feel comfortable within the confines of a regular church. Reverend Steve Bentley believes that mainstream religion has become ineffective and the tattoo parlor will bring more people into the church. Serenity Tattoo is run by two recovering alcoholics who claim that working with the church has placed them on the right path to recovery. St. Petersburg police found a 385 pound stash of caviar in a refrigerator where cadavers are kept. Morgue employees and businessmen who claimed that it was a party treat for hospital employees were arrested. However, a large cache of black market caviar was found on Russian land. Madison police caught two thieves who were driving away after stealing DVDs and computer games from a Target store. Unfortunately for them, one of the two accidentally pocket dialed 911. The operator listened in for nearly an hour as they detailed where they were going to sell the stolen products and the vehicle they were driving away in. The police intercepted the duo and arrested them. The captain of an Italian cruise unknowingly steered his ship into the rocks of a shore off the coast of Tuscany. However, instead of staying and ensuring his passengers were safe, he ditched his duties and left at the first sign of trouble. He then claimed that he was thrown off the ship when the ship was turned on its side. He is currently under house arrest and is facing further charges. The Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, abandoned nearly three decades ago, is being converted into an ecotourism resort. Guests can tour the plant and stay the night at a nearby beach where there is also a turtle sanctuary. Its parent company, the National Power Corporation, says it is completely inactive as the core reactors have never been used. While a man in Illinois was using a nail gun, he accidently shot a 3.25 inch nail into his head. He did not realize that the nail penetrated his brain. His wife cleaned his wound with peroxide. The next day, after he woke up from a nap, he felt nauseated. His wife sensed that something was wrong and convinced him to go to the hospital. After an x-ray was taken, it was revealed that the nail did penetrate his brain. He went through a two hour surgery before the nail was successfully removed. In Sweden, a man named Percy was released from jail after a two-month sentence. He had outgrown the pants that he wore during his stay at prison and the clothes sold at the prison were too expensive for him. He explained that he could not send a request for clothes in time. Instead of buying clothes, Percy went out onto the street in a shirt, socks, and underwear. He found clothes later on in nearby stores.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Editorial
Eye of the Editors
As competition for college admission proves to be tougher e a ch ye a r, th o u sa n d s o f high school students across the nation struggle to make themselves stand out among the crowd. Besides maintaining a solid grade point average, becoming the basketball team captain, and committing time to working at the local hospital, students have found that even these obligations fall short of universities expectations. Because of this, students have found another method of trying to impress the college administration office: creating clubs. Although building a new organization may be beneficial to the club founders, the strategy is actually lowering the overall excellence among clubs. When we start to notice a gradual pattern in which matters are not dealt with consistently, at times, we have to question the actions of those in charge. The United Student Body officers, who are responsible for administering passage of new clubs and keeping tabs on the organizations, have been far too flexible in their decisions to approve clubs. Only one to two organizations have been rejected in the previous year while numerous others have been accepted. USB needs to formulate a new way of approving clubs, especially since the number of clubs will only continue to rise in the upcoming years. Still, we cannot fully bring ourselves to blame the USB

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organization. Students need to realize that managing a club is no easy task, taking hours upon hours of planning. Yet students here on campus have a reputation for not following through with their original proposal for their clubs. Out of the 85 clubs that are supposedly active, almost half of them exist in name only while the rest having neglected to plan meetings and host events. If this trend continues, there will not only be an overwhelming number of outdated clubs but also a larger number of clubs who serve no purpose to the school. DBHS has a wide diversity of clubs, a trait that should be laudable. However due to the ease of forming a club, there are now more clubs than necessary. Numerous clubs are so similar that sometimes the only thing that makes them unique is their name and sometimes even that proves to be similar. With this many organizations, it becomes almost impossible for all the clubs to have equal representation on campus. Forming a club on campus has become so facile that it has not only created a surplus amount that is too difficult to manage but is has also ruined the uniqueness among clubs. Clubs are more than just something that is added to a college application, they should be cared for and passed down. If a more effective way of managing clubs is enacted, we might be able to restore quality back into the system.

Eye of the Editors discusses local issues that are relevant to Diamond Bar High School students. Statements and opinions expressed in the article herein are strictly those of the editors of The Bulls Eye. The view of the editors does not necessarily reflect that of the entire staff.

Select to Elect
Marcel Boubion Editorial Editor This year, most of Americas class of 2012 will be able to vote for the president of the United States for the first time in November. It is, admittedly, over ambitious to suggest that seniors should, along with submitting college applications, keep up-todate with all of the politics shown on television. Nevertheless, the next president is going to have a huge impact on my college experience and will, hopefully, have a positive influence over the job market that I will be taking part in as soon as I get my degree. Likewise, the next president will play a tremendous role in the lives of other seniors, and it is disappointing to realize that most of them will not be taking this voting responsibility seriously. While issues such as immigration, domestic oil, and international affairs are important and will likely affect how I vote, job security, housing, economics, and other issues that directly affect my college experience will have a bigger influence over my selection. Over the next ten months, I will be looking toward any candidate who seeks to curb the rapidly inflating college tuition. As it stands, it seems that the candidates for this years election will include current President Barack Obama and either Rick Santorum or Mitt Romney. Of these three candidates, I can honestly say that I do not fully understand all of their policies. Rather, I have a general understanding of what direction their campaign will take them and the sort of changes they are likely to make. So far, this is enough for me to have a good idea of whom I would like to see win the election. In 2008, President Barack

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Obama was elected during a time when economics threatened families everywhere and war efforts endangered lives everyday. Although these were, and still are, topics debated heavily when discussing the United States next president, they are not the only relevant issues to the leaders of Americas next generation. For example, while healthcare plans might seem incredibly dull and drawn out, the changes that were made in Obamas first years of presidency will affect me for the next ten years of my life. Now that policy has been altered, I will be covered by my parents insurance plan as long as I am a full-time student under the age of 27. These are the sorts of changes that should be noted by students over the next ten months. It is ciritical that students pay attention to aspects of certain campaings that will benefit them, while keeping in in mind that while one policy might be helpful, there may be others policies advocated by the same candidate that are not so accommodating. It would be difficult for seniors to remember exactly how things were four years ago on a political basis, as the most important things to me when I was a freshman were not Obamas policy on free trade agreements or his stimulus packageinstead I was more focused on planning for my first high school dance. Although seniors may still have Advanced Placement tests, graduation arrangements, and prom to worry about, it is time that seniors begin taking note of the president they would like to see lead voting polls next November. At the very least, if the president I vote for is not elected, I will have taken part in something much more substantial than buying cigarettes or scratch cards.

As an alternative to typical school lunches, the Los Angeles Unified School District students has implemented a new menu consisting of exotic foods such as pad Thai and black bean burgers. However, this menu has been met with much criticism from the parents and the students alike. Even though the new menu provides a larger variety and was tested in order to prove it would be suitable for students, the new cuisine is still unpopular. Was this the right move for the LAUSD?

Pro: LAUSDs Lean Cuisine

Justin Park Asst. Editorial Editor Unsatisfied pupils are no strangers to the ambitious health departments of Californian school districts. With every attempt the districts make to bring well-being and satisfaction to their students, only unjustified infuriation and rejection seem to follow. When the LAUSD proposed and implemented its newest plan to add more healthy and unique cuisines to the school cafeterias, harsh criticism among the students was perhaps inevitable. However, the students must realize that the LAUSDs decision to upgrade its lunch menu was a sensible and strategic move that will only serve to improve the districts inefficient dining system. The new menu is easily the most groundbreaking solution the district has offered as a response to combat the increasing obesity in the state. Throughout the years, the health concern for children has clearly manifested itself time after time, especially in the recent statistics that claims only 31 percent of Californian students passed the statewide physical fitness test last year. It was evident that the district could no longer be tolerant of feeding its children calorific pizzas and nachosa drastic response to put a stop to the epidemic was more than necessary. The district, whose goal is not only to encourage good health but also to ensure the students will enjoy their meals, has generously allocated the time and money to concoct a lineup of exotic cuisines that would easily satisfy ones appetite. Instead

Con: LAUSDs Mean Cuisine

Lea Chang Feature Editor The introduction of the new cuisine in the LAUSD is an absolute waste of money. Students are not just giving the usual grumbles they used to about past school lunches, but are also actually throwing away the food that is being served without taking more than a few bites. If these students deem that the new menu is not palatable, then the district has truly blundered. The fact that the LAUSD ventured to spend money on oncampus dining at all is absurd, as those funds could have been put to much better use elsewhere. District budgets have undoubtedly taken a beating this past year, and for that reason, funds should be spent more carefullyon the education and wellbeing of students rather than on interesting food. When compared to other large, the LAUSD ranks almost dead last in academics according to the Los Angeles Daily News. Students in the district often complain about the run-down schools that, more often than not, are marked with graffiti. This kind of environment makes them feel unsafe and is distracting to the learning process. Clearly, issues such as school safety and technology should rank far higher than controversy over the lunch menu. Furthermore, drug safety at the LAUSD is poor when compared to that of other districts, and would have been a much more valuable investment. Although some may say that this new cuisine can raise cultural

of other cheaper alternatives, the LAUSD opted to cater to its students with delectable entres recognized worldwide for their taste. Although the extraction of fats and other unhealthy elements may noticeably alter the original flavor of these foods, their selections like pad Thai and Caribbean meatballs have been proven to serve as palatable meals to the students through a community taste testing. Out of 300,000 people, over 75 percent responded positively regarding the quality of the food items. The LAUSDs decision to invest in a revamped menu ultimately proves that the district is truly attentive to the students needs, as it strives to enrich its students gastronomic experience while maintaining a healthy balance. Although a considerable amount of students has

expressed their disappointment with the new menu, it is not the districts fault that students are so heavily accustomed to the traditional junk food. Many food items are reportedly being thrown away untouched, an indication that many closeminded students are refusing to even try the provided food. Students should instead learn to appreciate the districts effort by consuming the prepared menu with an open mentality. Despite the poor response, the LAUSD deserves much praise for structuring a much healthier route of child nutrition care. The LAUSDs experimental attempt to improve the school cafeteria meals should not be perceived as a failure, but a small step toward the districts success in nurturing healthy young students.

awareness, issues such as drug prevention and the condition of the schools themselves should obviously take precedence. This is not the time to be experimenting with what the mystery meat of the day should be. What the students of the LAUSD need is a proper learning environment. Common complaints regarding the new menu include that it does not match the already average quality of standard school lunch and that the food does not taste authentic. In fact, the quality of food is so terrible that many students claim to have headaches, stomach pains, and in some extreme cases, anemia. Furthermore, a black market for students has appeared on campus, providing instant noodles and other snacks for the high percentage of children that

simply cannot bear the nausea inducing meals. Apparently, when the district tested out the new menu, most of the students actually found the food appealing. Parents were also in favor of this change in lunchtime before their children started coming home either starving or sicks to their stomachs. However, the quality dipped dramatically when the cuisine was actually implemented tamales were burned and noodles were positively soggy. Luckily, the LAUSD seems to have recognized its mistake. It has announced that it will be taking away the worst of the menu, food such as the curries and beef jambalaya. Hopefully, the next time the district attempts to raise cultural awareness, it will be a bit wiser as to the method of doing so.

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Trapped Translators
Laura Moffitt Feature Theme Editor During the war in Iraq, the United States relied on many Iraqi translators to communicate with prisoners and informants. These translators, who provided valuable assistance during war times, are now trapped in Iraq. Due to the immigration system America has created, many translators must wait years before being able to reside in America. During the extensive wait translators are suffering from death threats and attacks on their lives without any assistance from the country that they supported throughout the war. Such poor treatment is unacceptable due to the great risk the translators faced in order to provide necessary assistance to the U.S. A shocking 25,000 Iraqi translators were used throughout the war and are still currently awaiting security clearances in the U.S. During the prolonged delay during which they are awaiting final security clearances, they are suffering at the hands of their fellow countrymen. To other Iraqis, the translators are traitors to their country. Without protection from America, these translators and their families are at risk of torture and murder. Along with the countless translators who have suffered attacks, over a thousand have already been assassinated. It is cruel to trap these translators that have aided us. Without the assistance provided by translators, the U.S. army would have been unsuccessful in its efforts in Iraq. The efforts of one translator alone provided their squadron with the necessary translations to arrest nearly 80 of the top militia leaders in Iraq. Translators were essential to the war efforts because they allowed successful communication, which directly resulted in successful missions. It is indefensible to trivialize the efforts of translators when

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they were key to our success during the war. Their ability to communicate with other Iraqis allowed our country to complete tasks and excel in missions that would have been impossible without the valuable information delivered by translators. It is vital to respect the translators not only because they must be assisted in return for their work, but also because the U.S. must keep in mind the reflection these actions have on America. In future wars, it is safe to assume individuals will be unwilling to translate for America because of the fear of betrayal after wartime has passed. We cannot ask people to support the U.S. armed forces when our country makes it clear that we will completely isolate them once they are no longer valuable to our efforts. If we cannot help the translators assimilate into their pre-war lifestyle, we will never be able to receive help in the future. In order to insure that translators will assist us in future wars, the U.S. must make it obvious to all individuals that we are able and willing to completely support those that assist us. The U.S. cannot detach itself from their allies as soon as they are no longer beneficial. This is not only cruel to people who have risked their lives to assist us, but also a poor representation of the U.S. Such perversion will ultimately lead to issues in future endeavors. We must make every possible attempt to support those who have provided assistance to us. By supporting these indispensable translators, we are able to create a clear foundation for assistance in future efforts. Furthermore, it shows that the U.S. is able to assist those who have been negatively impacted by the decisions of our country. The decisions made by the U.S. subsequent to end a war will leave impressions for years; in order to insure future assistance and to stand by those that have assisted us, we must help these translators immigrate to an area where they can live safely.

Foster the Kids

Colene Eng Asst. Editorial Editor The California legislation recently passed an act that would enable children in foster care to receive governmental support until they reach the age of 21. Right now, Californias $1.7 billion foster care system takes care of parentless children until the legal age of 18, and then emancipates them. Many are often released from foster care with meager possessions and are forced to settle independently without any guidance. To help the youth peacefully transition from the foster home to the working world, legislators passed Assembly Bill 12. With the economic recession still taking its toll on the nation, many foster kids are unable to find substantial jobs and may thus become homeless. By extending help to these unfortunate kids until they fully mature as independent adults, California can effectively reduce the massive number of homeless on the streets. According to a study recently conducted by Weekly, one-fourth of foster kids will be incarcerated, one-fifth will become homeless, one-third will suffer major depression,

and only two percent will ever graduate from college. By extending benefits until their 21st birthday, fostered youth will be able to continue their education, job training, or work without any financial pressure. AB12 aims to provide the youth the stability necessary to stay in school or work and therefore become productive members of society. With the current foster care system, the youth are not being adequately prepared for the brutal reality that awaits them for the rest of their lives once they hit the age of 18. The sudden emancipation from guided care does not suit many of the childrens wants or needs. Many formerly fostered youth are unequipped with experience and maturity that are necessary for their survival in the working world, where they do not have the constant guidance they are accustomed to. The kids cannot be expected to make such an abrupt transition. Essentially, by discharging the kids with nothing more than a perfunctory bid of farewell, the risk of the fostered youth becoming homeless becomes exponentially higher. Furthermore, cost analysis conducted by the Alliance for

Childrens Rights, a group advocating for foster youth, found that by passing AB12, California will actually save $50 million annually by replacing the state-funded foster care program which takes care of the youth until 18 with the federally funded AB12. A 2009 study found that every dollar invested in an individual under foster care over the age of 18 actually returned around $2.40 in increased productivity. Clearly, by investing more time and money into the fostered children, California would benefit greatly. This legislation is a pivotal step in preparing foster youth to succeed. AB12 offers these kids a modest amount of assistance that would prove to ultimately benefit the state. This small

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investment will help endorse higher education for the fostered youth and therefore supplement wages at entry-level jobs. An act like AB12 has the potential to truly create better lives and put youth on the journey to selfsufficiency and prosperity. AB12 is definitely a valuable legislation. It offers the homeless youth something that they could never have dreamed about: a stable future. By extending assistance by just three years, foster kids will be able to benefit and produce a much more productive life. Both the Governor and Assembly members have passed a genuinely gainful legislationone that will undoubtedly yield a better future for many of Californias foster youth.

Internet Gets ******** By Government

Holly Liu Asst. News Editor Decades after the inception of cyberspace, nations around the world have finally taken the initiative to block certain useless aspects of the Internet. Some frustrating avid Internet users have shown their strong resistance against such a necessary action; however, the Internet needs to be censored to secure a promising future. Online usage has gotten out of hand considering all the pirating websites that people believe can be used for useless things such as socializing and entertainment. The Internet should be filtered out until all of those pesky things are completely gone. Luckily for Americans, the Stop Online Piracy Act has been introduced. However, this act does not guarantee the complete absence of personal opinion that the censorship in China offers, but it still limits the freedom of citizens for the welfare of the government and big-name companies. The act will rightfully allow copyright owners to have any of their own material taken off of any website, so the obnoxious Internet pirates who have been relying on freely-shared files could be instantly banished. This will strategically allow the big music making corporations to earn more money. People should not be penny pinching to save money over any Internet resource. These copyrighted and mass produced cyber material, though intangible, are worth every penny of peoples hardearned money. Internet users losing the ability to enjoy everyday entertainment will only be a small sacrifice for the overall amount of money that large companies will be able to retain. It is a foolproof theory: the government passes the act, governments sensible decision to censor aspects of the Internet considering that the Peoples Republic of China has already c r e a t e d t h e w o r l d s m o s t sophisticated system devoted to censoring the Internet. Chinas dedication to ensuring the safety of online browsing began when the government placed not just one, but over 60 Internet

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companies earn more revenue, the government reaps more taxes from those companies, and the government uses that money to make America even better. It is a truly a win-win-win scenario. As long as the allmighty government and wealthy conglomerates are satisfied, who cares if the amount of access to the Internet will be lessened and Americans become deprived of free entertainment? H o w e v e r, i t i s t o o early to feel patriotic for the

regulations on its citizens. Under these rules, the government had been freely deleting any defaming comments that will only damage their perfect reputation and fool the surfers by the slanderous lies, thus creating a peaceful utopia for its citizens. America must follow in the footsteps of such an exemplary government, in order to create an ideal world for our citizens as well. Numerous pesky websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube have been rightfully

blocked to protect the people of China from being distracted by foreign influence. Websites such as Facebook are truly a bother, allowing people to actually waste time socializing with other people wherever they go. With the power that the Stop Online Piracy Act gives to companies, the satisfied people of the United States will soon demand more censorship of higher degree and ultimately see similarly irritating websites taken down as well. Such an ideally censored nation will have to resort to heavy consequences for those who dare to rebel. China has even fined and arrested those bold individuals who posed threats to the social stability of the Internet, a truly excellent example of consequence. With these completely effective methods, the Internet in China is completely secure while the Internet can still be an information highwayjust without the unnecessary information.With this recent act being considered, a beginning of a new reformation of the United States corrupted Internet seems imminent. Even though China may have the upper hand right now, the U.S. will surely come through with a stronger system of censorshipthe Stop Online Piracy Act is merely just the beginning. Sooner or later, the world will see a better future with the absence of nonsensical cyber material.

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Sarah Cho Asst. A&E Editor Justin Park Asst. Editorial Editor After waiting anywhere from 20 minutes to two hours depending on what time you go and how large your party is, you will nally be admitted to Farrells Ice Cream Parlour. The wait is denitely worth it. Stepping into the restaurant is like stepping into the original 1963 ice cream parlour rst established by founder Robert Bob Farrell in Portland Oregon. The new restaurants retain the old-school feel of the original and its employees are as enthusiastic and charismatic as Farrell was. His vivacious and cheerful personality was key to the success of Farrells and it remains that way today. The employees help their customers feel right at home in the parlour.

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The doctor is in
A website structured to provide the most trustworthy and accurate health information, WebMD seems to cater to many internet users nowadays as a substantial substitute for actual doctor visits. Forgive me if I sound too pompous, but I definitely consider myself an extremely busy individual who just cant afford to take a trip to the hospital every time I am struck with an unidentiable illness. So when I fell ill one day, I decided to check this site out and become the judge of its validity. My symptoms werent unusual to me. I was nauseated, exhausted, and overwhelmed by a nagging desire to skip school for the day. Before accessing WebMD, I decided to follow my usual protocol; I asked my Mom. Based on the fact that I pulled a strenuous all-nighter the night before, my Mom diagnosed me with a temporary headache caused by sleep deprivation, easily treated with a dose of Advil and a good nap.

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Christine Song Business Manager This is the end. Looking back, it took a really long time to get here. I stepped into high school, an Ashley Wilkes in my own right. I left middle school, a jaded and cynical soldier from the wars fought, and haunted by the gold-tinted memories of better days, I looked forward to the best four years of my life. I spent days and years waiting for the magical moments of high school to nd mebut how could it have found me when I was lost in a mental Disneyland, unwilling to be found? And yet, I expected nothing short of the best, for previously, I had always achieved the best without effort or question. Cocky and seemingly invincible, I stormed these halls and sat in classes with a cocked eyebrow and an amused smile itting across my face. And behind that mask, I danced in a spot of sunlight, with beautiful silver bullets of rain pouring down on me from enchanting stormy grey skies. I am not proud to be able to say that my ending was not as pathetic as that of Mr. Wilkes. I nally realized, almost too late, that what is gone will never come back. I returned from my wanderings down certain halfdeserted streets for indeed, there will not always be time to wonder, Do I dare? But I will tell you this, my fellow Prince Hamlets and poor slaves of the American Dream. Do not fall victim to complacency and do not flatter yourselves with the poisonous pathetic proclamations of I deserve, I deserve. Pity is reserved for the helpless and speechless, not the able-bodied and minded. Do not be afraid of trying, and do not be afraid to start over. And remember; only your world revolves around you. For no one realized that the lake did not cry salty tears of sorrow for Narcissus, but for the lost opportunity to contemplate its own beauty in Narcissus eyes. I depart from this purple and gold gilded cage soon. It holds no beauty for me and I will not miss it. Nevertheless, I will look back at it, not with bitterness, but rather, with a smile. I accept that I made many mistakes here and the lessons learned will hold with me for the rest of my life. Thank you to those that inspired me during these four years. Thank you to all my brilliant English teachers (including Mr. Roubian) for teaching me how to think. Also, thank you to orange snack, box car, space shuttle, bell jar, chipmunk, ron stoppable, and genius viola troll for the laughs and true friendships. Oh and of course, to business girl, your motivation and dedication is truly inspiring. Good luck next year; knowing you, youre not going to need it. Fine. I suppose I should mention Ongpoy, the love of my life who made my existence somewhat bearable. And I probably should mention PKIM; forever two pounds and two ngers. High school is done with and I survived. Im looking forward to the future and I will make the most of it. Its true, you know. What doesnt kill you will make you stronger.

Downtown Brea has recently received a new addition to its motley group of culinary treats. Farrells Ice Cream Parlour specializes in ice cream and its selling point is its quaint 1960s feel. Its huge line, however, leads potential customers to question whether the wait time is really worth it.

I dragged my aching body to the computer and commenced my online diagnosis via WebMD Symptom Checker. A drawing of a man greeted me as it asked me to pinpoint the affected

area of my body. I promptly clicked Head, and a lengthy list of 84 possible symptoms popped up on my screen. Ranging from brittle hair to ts of rage, a wide spectrum of symptoms awaited my selection. I clicked dizziness, and was asked a series of questions to analyze my condition. I answered every question with all honesty. It turned out, there were over 20 conditions that are associated with my symptoms. I could possibly be a Type 2 diabetic, a victim of aspirin poisoning, or a labyrinthitis patient. How pleasant. We b M D i s j u s t a n overhyped website that would only send your body into a medical frenzy. A professional doctor with a real medical degree is probably your best shot for an accurate diagnosis. But I guess your mom works too.

Farrells ice cream is the ice cream equivalent of Disneyland with its amazing, bubbly atmosphere. Customers are easily swept up by the upbeat personas of the restaurants waiters and waitresses. There is a constant bout of singing and cheering as the employees help customers celebrate special events. Patrons can also request specially made balloon animals which vary from a giant giraffe hat to a sh on a shing rod. The atmosphere of the parlour is singular in its animated and cheerful vibe. There is never a dull moment in the restaurant as you can easily count on a parade of singing waitresses and waiters to march across the room every few minutes to sing a birthday song to some special birthday boy or girl. The menu includes sandwiches, pizzas, and burgers, but its ice cream is what really steals the spotlight. The sundaes are smooth and include a plethora of toppings such as fruit, chocolate, whipped cream, and more. The sundaes are the perfect serving size to share on a date, while its ice cream oats and sodas are ideal for one person to slurp down all by himself or hereself. Large groups can share a Belly Buster, a monstrous ice cream concoction of enormous size. A truly spectacular treat for up to ten people is the infamous, notorious Farrells Zoo. Its so gigantic that two servers have to lug it out of the kitchen on a platform. FoodNetwork.com made this dish famous when it named Farrells Zoo the third most decadent dessert.

miso kwak
Angie Zhang Asst. Feature Editor If I told you to try and walk around school with your eyes closed, would you be able to do it? Probably not. However, there is one person who can do this with ease. Although she cannot see, junior Miso Kwak is able to navigate Diamond Bar High School efciently despite her visual impairment. Her extraordinary memory and sensitivity to things around her have enabled her to go around school without extra help. Originally from South Korea, Kwak first attended school in New York then moved to California in the second semester of her freshman year. She said that it was initially difcult for her to grasp her surroundings in at DBHS, as classrooms in New York were usually all located in one building, unlike those in DBHS. However, with the help of teachers and staff members, she was successfully able to get used to the school. Kwak also participates in a variety of extracurricular activities. She is a member of marching band and the schools wind ensemble as a ute player. Kwak is also a member of Kids to Kids, a club that visits elementary schools and reads books to students there, as well as Origami for Hope. She is currently helping organize an origami exhibit for the blind and visually impaired. Kwak lives by the quote, You are the one who determines whether you can or cannot do something, by George S o l o m o n . This quote relates to my life because often, people think I cant do some things because of my visual impairment. Kwak stated. I may need others help to do activities that include visual aspects, but I should be the one determining whether I really want to do it or not. Its up to me to decide my own capability.

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Every month, we bring you some of the most ridiculous, hilarious, at-out idiotic, and sometimes insightful things we hear around campus. So bewarewell be listening. Girl 1: How do you kiss someone if you have lip piercings? Girl 2: Very carefully. Boy: You have something on your face. Girl: Really? Boy: Oh nevermind, it was a mole... Boy 1: I think I saw Rick Perry the other day. Boy 2: Whos Rick Perry? Does he go to our school? Teacher: Was that a cell phone vibration?! Student: No, uhh, someone farted. Girl: What does GG mean? Boy: Good game. Girl: Im not talking about that, what does GG mean? Boy: Never mind. Girl: My project is a whisk, you use it to beat eggs. Boy: Can you use it to beat people?

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Man VS. College Lame or Legit?

also do not know the difference between eating when bored and eating when hungry. By double checking, you are ensuring that little unnecessary food enters your body. Another problem that comes with college is maintaining the perfect time to branch out and meet new people, do not forget that you have class at 8 a.m. the next morning! Now, almost every high school student looks forward to the crazy parties that supposedly happen on campus. However, you may not know that these clubs are actually philanthropic organizations. If you are looking for a sorority or fraternity to join, do not base your choice on its reputation as a party club. Instead, try joining one based on your own interests. Some are involved in charity work, while others are involved in strong academics. By nding one that shares the same goals as you, a better connection between you and the other members is guaranteed. Lea Chang Feature Editor These days, it seems as though if any product reaches a certain level of success, a knockoff will surely follow. From fake iPhones to designer handbags, replicas of everything imaginable have been created and proted from. A fake Disneyland, creatively dubbed Wonderland, was even started and abandoned in 2011, leaving a spooky ghost town in Beijing, China. While it was being constructed, news cameras caught glimpses of the amusement parks obviously counterfeit characters, which were slightly tweaked to avoid completely copying the Disney icons. Similar failures include Winnie the Pooh products, which have been relabeled Gout, a type of blood disease, to avoid copyright lawsuits. Yummy. While some of these duplicates scream Fake! many are surprisingly believable, sometimes even better than the

As college acceptance season continues, some may begin to wonder how to handle the rst year of university. Dont despair! By following this guide, youll be read y to tackle anything y o u r future school throws at you. I m s u r e youve all heard of the dreaded Freshman 15. In order to avoid this weight gain, be sure to steer away from unhealthy cafeteria food and caloric snacks. Above all, do not forget to exercise! Many campuses offer free student membership to the gym, so take advantage of this perk. Students

balance between a social life and an academic life. Without mom and dad constantly looking after you, it becomes easy to push academics to the bottom of your priorities. However, it is essential for you to learn how to manage a social life while still maintaining your grades. While college is the

original. Chinese pirates who havent failed spectacularly with amusement parks are infamous for their near perfect copies, and have been churning out electronics by the thousands and selling all of them, too! Lucky Goldstar (LG) cell phones, originally from Korea, and PlayStation Portables are just a couple of the things being copied and making even better prots than the actual models have been. Other successful companies inspired by their peers and reaping the benets include Targets Market Pantry brand. Its fruit snacks and other foods are hugely popular, even more so than whatever poor forgotten corporation originally produced them. So next time you pluck anything off the shelf, double check to make sure it isnt a just a convincing fake thats been renamed after a disease. Or who knowsmaybe youll end up happier with the knockoff than with what you originally planned to buy.

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having literary roots. The Sarah Cho Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Asst. A&E Editor Part 2 directed by Bill Condon will be released to the joy of It is undeniable that 2012 Twilight fans everywhere while is going to be a huge year for the Hunger Games directed by movies. The year promises Gary Ross will also be getting its a wide range of films from own movie. The lm is one of sequels, to reboots, to originals. the most highly anticipated lms The movies span a wide variety of the year among the younger of genres, insuring that there is generation. Rivaling the Hunger something for every movie buff Games hype is The Hobbit out there. based off of the beloved book Action movies are from J. R. R. Tolkien. The lm dominating the new year, will be directed by the immensely particularly those related to respected comic book and prolific characters. P e t e r T h e Jackson. Avengers Fans of stars a huge The Lord cast of A-list of the Ring actors and trilogy will actresses be delighted and will with the feature some movie as it of our favorite will reveal superheroes some insight sharing the into the screen for past of the an action c h a r a c t e r, p a c k e d , B i l b o exciting Baggins who m o v i e . Return to the Shire...with a movie that many admire. is the uncle Courtesy of cdn.screenrant.com Spiderman of Frodo is getting a with well known action stars. Baggins . Frodo was the makeover with The Amazing Spiderman as Andrew Gareld Two Pixar lms targeted towards protagonist in The Lord of the is replacing Toby Maguire in the children will also be released this Ring. year including Madagascar 3: These are but a few of the new series. Europes Most Wanted and Ice great movies being released this In addition, Chris Nolans Age: Continental Drift. year. This lineup will denitely Batman franchise is coming Movies made from books draw in the crowds and will be a to an end with The Dark Knight seem to be a huge trend this treat for movie fans everywhere. Rises and promises to be an year with a great number of 2012 is sure to be a blast for the exciting thriller packed full of lms being released this year cinematic world. intense action sequences.

ACCESSINGthe FUTURE New Year Premieres

Claire Huang Asst. A&E Editor Many of our favorite franchises will also be releasing sequels in the next few months exciting fans everywhere. Paranormal Activity will be adding a fourth movie to their credits and Men In Black 3 directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, a comedyaction movie about aliens and the secret government organization, is set to release in May. The Expendables directed by Simon West will be getting a second movie and is seems promising with its spectacular cast lled With over 3,100 exhibitors and over 153,000 attendees, this years annual international Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas broke records for being the biggest show ever. Not only did the 2012 CES have an incredible turnout, but it also showcased an exciting lineup of new gadgets and gear. One impressive gadget was the Roku Streaming Stick, which is able to access Netix, Pandora, and other Roku content once the streaming stick is plugged into a port in a television. The Roku Streaming Stick would be very convenient for users and avid television watchers, since their favorite shows could quickly be accessed on the television once the Streaming Stick is plugged in. Another product was the Lenovo Yoga, which is a combination of an ultrabook and a tablet. It includes features such as a

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multitouch touchscreen. Aside from the new gadgets, cars were featured as well in the CES. The Cadillac CUE stood out because of its futuristic multi gesture touchscreen, haptic feedback, natural speech recognition, cloud-based OnStar service, and more. LGs 55 inch Organic LightEmitting Diode Television, the LG 55EM9800, was also showcased in CES and impressed the attendees for being merely four millimeters thick, which is thinner than most smartphones. In addition, the TV will include a built in microphone, three dimensional features, streaming, and social media. The extraordinary gadgets presented at CES did not fail to impress the attendees. These four are only the few of many new products that are expected to be out this year. They have excited the attendees and critics and are only a sample of the vast diversity of future gadgets.

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I love Disney. I love Disneyland, Down Town Disney, D i s n ey m ov i e s, the Disney Store, M i c key M o u s e shaped pancakes. I love it all. I learned a lot from growing up watching their movies. Th e se a r e t h e lessons I took away from them:
Beauty and the Beast Dont judge a book by its cover Pinocchio Be careful who you trust Cinderella Good things come to those who wait The Little Mermaid If you want change then make it happen Dumbo Its okay to be different Lady and the Tramp Sometimes good girls like bad boys The Lion King Hakuna Matata Toy Story Friendship is always being there for each other Toy Story 2 Good friends are good friends, new or old Toy Story 3 Buzz has a Spanish button Up Theres nothing like an adventure Ratatouille Food solves all problems Sleeping Beauty Slee p also solves all problems Aladdin You cant look for love, let it find you Peter Pan We all have to grow up sometime Lilo and Stitch Ohana means family; family means nobody gets left behind Snow White Apples are bad Finding Nemo When life gets you down, you know what you gotta do: just keep swimming Monsters Inc. Laughter is a better source of energy than fear The Princess and the Frog Wishing on stars will only get you half way; you have to put in some work too Jungle Book Look for the bear necessities Pocahontas Long hair, dont care Robin Hood Absence makes the heart grow fonder

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A Fantasy

Until recently, the idea of an invisibility cloak has only been possible in science fiction novels. Now, with the ever-increasing technological advances, scientists have invented different mechanisms that can almost make ones body vanish completely from sight. The NanoTech Institution of the University of Texas in 2011 invented the carbon nanotube, an invisibility cloaking using a nanotube and heat from electrical stimulation. The sharp difference between the temperatures of the heated carbon nanotube and the surrounding environment causes light to bend away from the object, making the material seem invisible. But, this is only possible under a Petri dish, meaning it could not work for items more than a couple centimeters long. Something more suitable for humans is the camouage cloak, designed by scientists from the University of Tokyo. By projecting the image of the wearers background from one perspective onto his body, he is able to camouage with the environment naturally. The downside, however, is that a throng of videographers must also accompany the person and the effect would only fool one person standing at the correct angle. A similar concept was portrayed in the recently released

film, Mission Impossible: the Ghost Protocol. The gadget successfully deceived the security for a short time, until more security guards arrived and the screen crashed from failure to display images from multiple angles. One of the most successful types of invisibility devices is the Photo Veil a military-style camouflage. Similar to the cloak mentioned above, the Photo Veil is a covering that blends in with surroundings. The only difference is that it is specially designed for soldiers and vehicles on the battleeld. Photo Veil collects digital photos from cameras on a drone, a radio-controlled airplane or boat, LIDAR (an optical remote sensing technology that measures distance using laser), and satellite. The device produces an almost identical, highresolution, site-specic copy of the surrounding area, which then displays on the exteriors of the vehicle, concealing the military transportation underneath. Because it obscures the soldiers and vehicles effectively, Photo Veil is becoming an increasingly popular and valuable tool used in battles. Although presently there is no such thing as a veil that will make something magically vanish from thin air, considering how fast technology is progressing today, there is no doubt scientists will create an invention almost equivalent to it in the near future.

an ambitious politician. With a whopping $100 million invested into the production, House of With its convenient and Cards has already roused a affordable on-demand video remarkable interest nationwide. service sweeping up new The series is slated to air in late subscribers at full momentum, 2012, and will be split into two Netix has truly matured into seasons. an influential giant in the According to various entertainment industry over business critics and media the past decade. experts, Netixs decision to In March 2011, the expand its library with company unfurled its original programming is newest plan to evolve its nothing short of prudent. content-delivery service Its once-novel concept into something extremely of instant streaming has unprecedented for its proven to grow stale, as 23 million subscribers numerous companies nationwideNetflix will like Hulu and Amazon begin to produce and have already adapted stream its own original a similar system of television programs, video delivery for a with its first serialized cheaper rate. Although production queued to air the expansive library early this year. of Netflix remains An eight-episode matchless to that of its m o b s t e r d r a m a , Netix kicks back...with a new plan of attack. competitors, creating Lilyhammer follows the Courtesy of cdn.slashgear.com original content that is life of Frank Tagliano, a exclusive for view to its prominent member of a feared after losing their fortune customers will provide another New York gang who is relocated has often been deemed the point of differentiation to the to the Norwegian town of symbol of American comedy company that will inevitably Lillehammer after entering the with countless Emmy awards attract more revenue. witness protection program. How the viewers would to prove it. However, despite Tagliano will be played by Steve the devoted following the show perceive these three upcoming Van Zandt, whose acting will gained throughout the years, original shows cannot be detail the character evolution Fox cancelled the program in predicted, especially with Tagliano undergoes from the the public becoming more 2006 due to low ratings. transition. All eight episodes will Netix has also purchased demanding and critical of newly be available exclusive to Netix the exclusive rights to recreate introduced television shows. subscribers for instant viewing a 1990 BBCs acclaimed classic, Regardless, it is safe to say starting Feb. 6. House of Cards, into a 26-episode the success of these highly Although Lilyhammer may production. Starring Kevin anticipated productions will be the only original content the Spacey, the show will focus on serve as a beginning of a new company is bringing to the table the dirty underside of American era for both Netflix and the this season, two more Netixpolitics, with Spacey portraying American television industry. Justin Park Asst. Editorial Editor exclusive shows are currently in production for future release. A successful and dearly-missed sitcom, Arrested Development by Fox will be revived for a brand new season by Netflix and is commissioned to debut early 2013. The showwhich portrays the life of a dysfunctional family trying to t into a new lifestyle

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DBHS Takes Down DRHS 60-13

Brooke Miller Contributing Staff Writer Rachel Halpert Sports Editor On Thursday, January 19, Diamond Bar High Schools wrestling team beat Diamond Ranch High School in its last home match of the season by a score of 6013. The 9-3 B r a h m a s dominated the match winning 11 of the 14 matches for a successful Senior Night. Seniors Nathan Pike, Thomas Ruiz, and Raymond Sierra gave the Brahmas an 18-0 lead going in to the 126 weight-class match. One Looking for the of our teams strength is how we feed off of the momentum of the matches, said Ruiz. Juniors Matthew Carrillo and Nathan Rodriguez both quickly pinned their opponents in their respective face-offs. The Brahmas continued to show this intensity as junior William Bowers finished off the meet with another pin giving the Brahmas their last six points. captain Sierra. Several wrestlers are expected to go deep in CIF Individuals and qualify for Masters and State. After losing their first two matches in league, the Brahmas went on to win in a number of nonleague tournaments in recent weeks. We got more focused with less joking around as season went on, stated Pike as a co-captain of the team. After losing, it kind of opened our eyes to do better. We learned from our mistakes. The match against the P a n t h e r s showed that the Brahmas have the momentum to finish their already successful s e a s o n . Pike aggressively goes for the pin. Diana Romero Diamond Bar will finish the regular same level. We have to pick up season with a match against where we left off last year. We Rowland High School tomorrow work hard but we stll have a lot and Walnut High School on of work to do, commented co- Tuesday, January 31. match. After going undefeated with a team of numerous topranked seniors last season, the Brahmas had to improve their team dynamic and gain a lot of experience to compete at the

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Wednesday, January 25, 2011

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Looking Back at Sports in 2011

Austin Kong A&E Editor The year of 2011 was full of major sporting events. From uncertain lockouts to glorious comebacks, the sports world captivated its audience and marked 2011 as an exciting year for sports. Prior to the beginning of their seasons, both the National Football League and the National Basketball Association experienced lockouts that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The major issue that transpired during both of the lockouts was the controversy and debate over the players salaries. The NBA owners wanted to change the leagues system in salaries because they believed that the players were getting paid too much while franchise owners were losing money. In turn, players thought that the new system was unfair and opposed the change. The situation during the NFL lockout was similar to that of the NBA, but the problem lied more heavily on investments made by franchise owners. Prior to the lockout, NFL players had a set percentage of revenue that was given to players in the form of a salary, but because of the new investments that the owners had made for the palyers, they wanted to decrease the percentage of the revenue for players. Fortunately after 132 days, the players and the owners of the NFL came to an agreement that ended the lockout just in time for the season. The NBA lockout ended towards the end of November after 149 days, and as a result, the 2011-2012 NBA season was shortened from 82 games to 66. In the 2011 Major League Baseball World Series, the St. Louis Cardinals took home the championship after fighting off the Texas Rangers in a nail biting seven game series. David Freese of the Cardinals was given the Most Valuable Player award while Albert Pujols tied a record by hitting three home runs in one game, a feat that had only been accomplished my Reggie Jackson and Babe Ruth. During the NBA Finals, the Dallas Mavericks and Dirk Nowitztki faced off against the Big Three of the Miami Heat in a hyped rematch of the 2006 NBA Finals where the Heat emerged as the victors. However, this year, the Mavericks stunned the world by taking the championship after a six game series after a stunning performance by Nowiztki. Hitting game winners in games three and five while leading the Mavericks to a 15 point comeback, Nowitzki cemented his legacy in NBA history. He, in turn, was given the Finals MVP. Super Bowl XLV featured two titans, the Green Bay Packers, and the Pittsburgh Steelers, at the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. With a final score of 35-21, Green Bay was able to pull away with the victor naming their quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, as the Super Bowl MVP. 2011 also featured the Fdration Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Womens World Cup. Although they lost to Japans team in the finals, the United Statess team put on a spectacular performance for the world. The team included former Diamond Bar High School student Alex Morgan, who scored the gamedeciding goal in the semifinals against France and another goal in the finals. After an exciting season of sports, much is expected for the next year. After record breaking performances made by athletes and teams in 2011, audiences cannot wait to see what they will do next.

win...Senior co-capian Nathan

I just like to see that we came together as a team and had success, stated head coach Scott Usher after the

Lady Brahmas Challenge League Leaders

Colene Eng Asst. Editorial Editor Although the Lady Brahmas put up a good fight agaisnt the Bonita Bearcats on Friday, January 20, the Hacienda League leading Bearcats managed to pull away with a win of 41-28. Making three consecutive baskets, the Bearcats started off the game with a strong lead. However, the starting center, junior Yewande Alabi, put the Lady Brahmas on the scoreboard with a bucket. With Alabis basket, the team gained confidence and sunk two threepointers from senior co-captain Katie Jagodka and sophomore Natalie Wong. By the end of the first quarter, the Brahmas were still trailing by two, but started the second quarter knowing the game was in reach. Going into the final quarter, the Brahmas were behind 2722. Although senior Jazmin Trinh made up some ground with one of her two free throw shots, it was not enough to defeat Bonita. We came into the game knowing that Bonita would be a hard team to beat. We put in all of our effort, but we werent able to overcome them, said sophomore Norah Wu, who contributed two points and one assist. Leaders in the game included senior captain Jasmine Nguyen with six rebounds, Trinh with nine rebounds, and five points, and Alabi, who ended with 12 rebounds, and eight points. All in all, we had great defense throughout the whole game. Usually, Bonita averages 65 points a game, but we managed to hold them back to 41 points. We need to focus on our upcoming games and make sure that our girls get enough rest. As long as we prepare well, whatever happens will happen, commented head coach Tony McCabe. This will not be the last Brahma versus Bearcat showdown this season. All teams will face each other again in the upcoming month. Diamond Bars next game will be today, an away game against West Covina High School.

Athlete of the Month:

Gunnar Boelman
main offensive half and stopper, but his versatility allows the team to place him under any position on the field. Soccer is easily one of Boelmans main hobbies, but is certainly not the biggest. Defying the norm of typical teenage hobbyists, Boelman is a certified junior drag racer who has already made headlines in local newspapers for his extraordinary talent in racing. Hailed the 2010 Track Champion of Barona Dragstrip Series, Boelman has invested his weekends at local speedways to polish his driving skills, ever since he was 13 years old. You need to be quick [and] have a really good perspective as to where you are on your track. Its definitely a lot more complicated than many people think, shared Boelman. It is clear where his respected reputation comes from; Boelmans active involvement with the art of drag racing translates into pure inspiration to all. In addition to his extracurricular achievements, Boelmans academic

Who Owns Los Angeles?

Winston Cho Asst. Sports Editor The Lakers have become the most successful franchise in National Basketball Association history since moving to the great city of Los Angeles in 1960. Led by NBA legends Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain, K a r e e m Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille ONeal, and Jerry West, the Lakers have amassed a league leading 16 NBA championships. With a strong core of Bryant, Andrew Bynum, and Pau Gasol, the Lakers are poised to add a seventeenth title to its collection. However, with the addition of Chris Paul during the offseason and the development of the human highlight-reel Blake Griffin, the Clippers are looking to dethrone the Lakers as the kings of Los Angeles. The 2010-2011 NBA playoffs ended disappointingly for the Lakers as they were swept by the Dallas Mavericks. In contrast, the Clippers, failed to make the playoffs at all with a 32-50 season. However, Griffin was the talk of the NBA all season as he defied all odds with his rimrattling dunks. He was chosen as an all-star, a rare honor for a rookie, and went on to win the dunk contest and the Rookie of the Year Award. He finished the season with 22 points and 12 rebounds per game, the highest numbers of any rookie since Tim Duncan in 1997. During t h e offseason, the Lakers made a trade for Chris Paul who is considered the best point guard in the league. David Stern then vetoed the trade, an unprecedented act for the commissioner of the NBA. A few days later, Paul was sent to the Clippers on Sterns approval attracting the ire and fury of Laker fans everywhere. In a matter of hours, the Clippers went from a lottery team to a title contender. Suddenly, people were calling Los Angeles, Clipper territory. This begs the question, do the Lakers or the Clippers now own Los Angeles. The 2011-2012 lockout shortened season has been full of excitement and shocking events. The Lakers are 10-5 after defeating the defending NBA champions, Dallas Mavericks, while the Clippers are 7-4 after its loss to the Utah Jazz. Additionally, the Clippers have beaten the Lakers on all three occasions they have met. Yet, as of now, the Lakers are the better and more complete team. The Clippers have been posting incredible offensive numbers due to their up-anddown style of play, but they lack a half-court offense. In the playoffs, the tempo of the game slows down and teams have to rely on their half-court offense more often. The Clippers have been known to struggle in this set due to their lack of a post presence. However, its biggest problem is their atrocious defense. It ranks in the bottom third of every defensive category in the league. Defense not offense has been known to win championships. In turn, the Lakers are the fifth best defensive team in the league allowing just 89.4 points per game. Although their offense has been known to be stagnant, it will improve as they better adjust to the new offense. The city of Los Angeles belongs to the most successful team. The Clippers will dethrone the Lakers only if they win a championship. However, unless drastic improvements are made, expect to see the Lakers on top of the mountain for years to come.

Justin Park Asst. Editorial Editor As an all-around soccer star on the field and a recognized drag racer on the tracks, senior Gunnar Boelman embodies the perfect definition of admirable. Underneath his masculine exterior topped with a robust presence, Boelman is a friendly student athlete who not only makes a strong impression among his peers, but presents himself with modesty despite his exceptional accomplishments. As a child, Boelman enjoyed playing baseball until he realized that a fast-paced sport would be more suitable for his ability. At the age of nine, he ventured into playing soccer as the goalkeeper of his local American Youth Soccer Organization league. Boelman continued to develop his athleticism in high school by joining the Diamond Bar High School junior varsity soccer and football teams his freshman year. After two years of playing both incredibly demanding sports, Boelmans penchant for soccer ultimately allowed him to choose it over football. I like playing soccer, just because it clears my mind. Soccer provides me a getaway from school, commented Boelman. He is currently in his second year on the varsity squad as the

accomplishments are quite noteworthy. Despite the heavy time commitment both of his activities require, Boelman maintained his high grade point average of 3.86 and endured challenging courses like Advanced Placement Calculus. Its a lot of time management. You have to really prioritize and put things aside that may be arent as important as school work, commented Boelman. Although soccer and drag racing are where his passion resides, Boelman wishes to pursue dentistry in the future. With an acceptance letter from Cal State Fullerton already in hand, Boelman hopes to mature as a successful dentist by attending his dream school University of California, Los Angeles, where he could enjoy recreational soccer along with his studies. Regardless of what lays ahead in his future, Boelman has truly outdone himself as a phenomenal student during his four years of high school.

The city of Los Angeles belongs to the most successful team. The Clippers will dethrone the Lakers only if they win a championship.