The Editor’s Desk: MAY ‘09 Edition

written by S.G. • May 19, 2009 Leave a Comment 

5/19/09

We’re back! As you may (or not) know, Andrea and I have just come back from our class trip to Washington, D.C. and it was AMAZING!! I can tell you, first hand, that it was great and I had a lot of fun. It took five hours to get there, but it was worth the flight. There is an article on this website about the whole trip–written by yours truly–so I can move on to other things. Make sure you read it!

Coming up is our annual Spring Concert. Each year there is always a new theme. Last year’s theme was the “80’s” and this year it’s “Motown.” It’s always a pleasure seeing each class perform. Also coming up is the Spring Recital. It’s when the choir, band, and some soloists come out and perform to parents. It’s always a great show, and it’s great to see the talents students at our school have!

One thing the choir does every year is sing at the Oakland Police Department’s memorial service for their fallen officers. They’ve been doing it for ten years now (that’s a decade!) and, well, read editor Andrea’s article about it to learn more. This year’s memorial service also honored the four officers who were shot and killed while on duty back on March 21st.

Here’s a question for you to think about– do you think this would have happened if there were no guns at the site? Do you think this would have happened if guns were not allowed to people other than police officers?

It has been brought up many times that if guns were banned, less fatality and injuries would occur. Although guns are one of the main causes of fatalities in America, it is not the only reason. Personally, I believe that if guns were not at the site on that sad Saturday back in March, I believe no one would have experienced death, maybe a few injuries, but no deaths.

So, the school year is coming to an end… literally! There will be more articles coming up, and I have one more editor’s letter left, my final one, so it might be a little long.

AND DON’T FORGET! The 2009 yearbook is on sale. And let me tell you, they are AWESOME!! I got to see a preview of the book and it’s new and improved and the whole yearbook is in color. It is even selling for a reasonable price! You might think it’s a little expensive, but for $35, you’re getting twice as much inside for only five dollars more than last year’s price ($30). So don’t forget to order one soon, because they are selling fast!

Make sure you end the year off right! See you next month.

Sincerely,

Semhal G., 8th grade
Editor-in-Chief