April

The Eagles are Spring Cleaning

7th grader Madison Olmedo talks about the many things she needs spring cleaning in her life. To start off she talks about how she needs to clean out her closet, bed, and laundry. She’s going to start off by making her bed every morning and constantly do her laundry to keep her closet organized and clean! Madison also states that she needs to clean out her assignments and hair. To keep her assignments organized she's going to throw out old papers that don’t matter anymore.

7th grader Paulina Ngo has a list of spring cleaning she needs to do. She starts off with the basics like her room, shelf, desk, and backpack. Paulina's going to start by throwing away things that aren’t needed anymore and trash. She also mentioned that she needs to clear out the negative things from her mind. By doing that she's going to take time for herself and her thoughts.

-Genesis (7th)

Spring cleaning is not just about throwing things away, but about making space for a fresh start. A few students have shared what needs spring cleaning in their lives. 7th-grader Mary Tran said she wants to spend her spring cleaning by cleaning her room. One thing Mary wants to organize is her stuffed animals. She believes after she cleans her room, she would feel really good and accomplished. 8th grader Andrew Venezuela says one thing that needs spring cleaning in his life is his health. He plans to do this by getting good rest and organizing his school supplies. Andrew says he will be able to feel relaxed and free from stress. 8th grader Trisha Nguyen wants to focus on cleaning her sleep schedule, her friendships, and her house. Some steps she is going to take to complete this are by waking up early, going to sleep early, and setting up a certain day to focus on cleaning. By doing these things, she will be able to organize her time. The last thing she wants to clean is her friendships. She believes that letting go of negative friendships and being around supportive friends will help her a lot in the future.

-Mila Nguyen (8th)

7th grader Logan Meng talks about the things he needs spring cleaning in his life. To start he says that if he was to do spring cleaning he would clean his garage because that it is very messy and he would like to clean it. he also talks about how his room is messy because the bed is very messy, the floor has clothes on it, and the window isn't cleaned. so he said that from now on he's going to do his bed, take the clothes from the floor and put it on the dirty clothes, and clean his windows.

-Chris (7th)

As spring starts, spring cleaning is a great way to restart and reorganize your life, it's also a great way to improve focus. By spring cleaning you can improve relationships and your life. A few of our scholars wanted to share their partake in spring cleaning.

A 7th grader, Niccolas Hodge, did some spring cleaning this to declutter his phone and his room. He uninstalled unused apps and organized his remaining apps to keep a clean format. After this spring cleaning, Niccolas created a safe environment for his phone and space.

A 7th-grade student, Janice Tran, is going to spend her spring cleaning by removing her nonessential photos. She plans to delete and clean her apps and home screen to keep a neat and usable place to work.

An 8th-grade student, Diana Cavalli, spring-cleaned her home by cleaning her garden. She organized plants and kept them hydrated. After cleaning, she was tired but proud of her great effort to keep a tidy garden.

-Christy Tran (8th)

Since spring has finally arrived we should tidy up a bit! Iris Perry is a scholar who has magnificent hair and styles it daily. She has an assortment of hair styles from braids, to buns, and sometimes colors. She uses a lot of different products to up keep her hair. She tells herself to keep her hair bin organized but it can get messy from time to time. She wants to clean up her hair bin this spring! Trinity Nguyen an 8th grader aswell, some thing she would like to spring clean is her bedroom. She says that her bedroom is important to her as she spends her time in there studying and relaxing. She said she would like to declutter her bedroom for this years spring cleaning.

-Misty Nguyen (8th)

As the freshman year is coming, the eighth graders in our school are very productive in getting an upgrade. Spring cleaning for Veronica Valenzuela, an eighth grader, is a perfect opportunity to clear out the physical and mental clutter that takes up space throughout her middle school years. As she prepares for the transition to high school, she wants to start by focusing on eating fresh vegetables and leafy greens to boost her energy. Sofia Arzate, also an eighth grader, thinks that stretching every morning and taking a walk around her neighborhood are good ideas to make her ready for school every day. Not only food, Kaydence Santamaria believes that spring cleaning also includes decluttering stress. For example, she wants to reduce her social media screen time to reduce her negative feelings. Key actions for their spring cleaning include breaking bad habits, setting new goals, eating healthily, and decluttering their mind, which will help them get a fresh start for their freshman year.

- Claire Bui (8th)

Spring is often seen as a time for fresh starts, and many people take part in “spring cleaning.” Spring cleaning involves decluttering and getting rid of things that are no longer needed, whether it’s old clothes or unnecessary items taking up space. Some Ralston scholars shared what areas of their lives need a refresh this season. Sophie Nguyen, an 8th grader, said her drawers need cleaning because they are filled with clothes she no longer wears. Kaitlin Ta, also in 8th grade, shared that her entire room needs attention since it has become messy and unorganized. Similarly, Philip Chu, another 8th grader, said his attic needs to be cleaned because it is cluttered.

-Logan Lau (8th)

As the end of eighth grade is around the corner, Abigail Roque is taking spring cleaning to another level . Rather than focusing on mess, she has decided to change her social life. She is now prioritizing her mental well being by only surrounding herself with positive people. This change is about healthy boundaries. She is making space for a kind and nice supportive community.

-Candice Ilano (8th)

At Ralston Intermediate School, students were asked what in their lives could use a fresh start this spring. It made people think about habits, not just cleaning.

Zoe, a 7th grader, said her habits definitely need some “spring cleaning.” She shared that she procrastinates a lot on schoolwork and wants to get better at not putting things off. She also said she wants to keep her space more organized so it’s easier to focus and not feel as stressed.

-Brenda Ta (7th)

National Chocolate Mousse Day

Are you looking for a delicious dessert to enjoy? Well, have no worries! One popular dessert celebrated soon is National Chocolate Mousse Day, which is celebrated on April 3rd. Chocolate Mousse is an airy yet light dessert that originates from France in the late 1800's. It was named after the French word for foam and is traditionally made from whipped egg whites with chocolate. This dessert could be described as rich and creamy. One popular recipe that makes a proper chocolate mousse includes ingredients such as chocolate, butter, sugar, cream, and eggs. It takes a few steps, but first you need to melt the butter and chocolate together. Then whip up the egg whites with cream until they form a fluffy peak. Lastly, gently fold everything together with the egg yolks and sugar to achieve a smooth texture. National Mousse Day is not a well-known day, but it is a day that honors a simple yet tasty dessert.

-Yvonne Dinh (8th)

Arab American Heritage Month

The National Arab American Heritage month is celebrated every April. It encourages understanding and honors the heritage of the people. This celebration originated in 2017 by the Arab American Foundation. The Arab American Foundation wanted to honor the contributions, history, and culture of over 3.5 million people. It serves to counter negative stereotypes and promote education about Arab American culture. Throughout April, communities all over the world come together to celebrate the traditions and lasting impact of Arab Americans.

- Leona Vue (8th)

hop Like a Bunny, Hop, Hop, Hop!

8th grader Mia Quezada, was asked "Why do/don't believe in the Easter Bunny?'' Her response was that she does not believe in the Easter Bunny because she once overheard her mom saying that they were not real. Then, she saw her dad putting candy and money inside of the Easter eggs!

Earth Day

Earth day is an international event to raise awareness about our planet. This event is dedicated to environmental changes about issues like climate change, pollution, and de-forestation. Climate change is shifts in temperatures and weather due to humans since the 1800's. Climate change is from activities like burning fossil fuels. These activities cause sea levels to rise, global warming, and extreme weather. Another issue we are causing earth is pollution. Pollution is putting harmful substances into natural environments. Pollution makes our planet dirty and unsafe which is unfortunately caused by humans. Lastly, another problem that harms our earth is de-forestation. This means to remove a large amount of trees and to clear forest land, which is done by humans. De-forestation destroys habitats and worsens climate change. Earth Day is important for us to take part in because it educates the public about real life problems and how certain things we do damage our planet. To take part in Earth day, you can clean up parks or beaches, plant trees, and use less plastic. Taking care of our planet is important because it determines on our future.

-Emma Leos (8th)

In order to live on a beautiful planet, we have to take care of it. A few concerns are climate change, plastic pollution, and fossil fuel emissions. Some everyday things you can do are recycling, taking more walks, saving water, and unplugging things once you are done with them. Avoid artificial intelligence and non-recyclable materials like plastic. No matter how small or big the action is, anything helps. Earth day is coming up on April 22nd, so let's each try and take part in caring for our planet!

-Claire Truong (8th)

Earth Day is a celebrated day on April 22nd to bring attention and support for environmental protection. Some of our Ralston Scholars spoke up about the topic. First to share is 7th grader, Alyssa Nava. She said, "Some ways I can make Earth better are to recycle, by putting plastic cans, paper, and cardboard in a recycling trashcan. I can also use metal straws instead of plastic ones and save sea animals. Another Eagle to speak up is 7th grader, Linh Le. Linh said that she can make Earth a better place by saving energy. One way she can do that is by turning off the lights that aren't needed. She says she can also save water by turning off the sink when brushing her teeth. More ways is she can avoid using plastic and to use metal and glass, instead.

-Ava Joy (7th)

Earth day is celebrated yearly on April 22nd, to raise awareness of environmental issues, and encourage people to care and protect our planet. Many do not know what exactly to do to support this day and contribute. Here are some tips so you can help. Start your own garden, donate items to those who can use them, and recycle. Remember that you should not only do these things once a year on Earth day, but everyday.

-Miranda Ponce (8th)

Earth Day is a day when we help cleanse our planet, but how did Earth Day come to be? It was founded on April 22, 1970, by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson. It was made an official day to help support more awareness about environmental pollution. The reason they needed to bring more attention to the cause was that there was so much pollution in the world that many oil spills and burning rivers occurred. This happened so often that Americans began to notice. The date isn’t random either; Earth Day is on April 22 because it falls right between college spring break and final exams. The Senator wanted it that way to ensure they could get the most participation possible to help clean up and reduce pollution. People usually help by cleaning up trash, planting new trees, or even switching to sustainable energy to help our planet live for many years to come.

- Joelly Ramos (8th)

Autism Awareness Month

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to learn about and support people with autism. Autism is a condition that affects how someone communicates, learns, and/or understands the world. Many people with autism have unique strengths, like strong memories or creative ideas. During April, schools and communities often share information, wear blue, or host events to spread kindness and an understanding.

-Emily Duong (8th)

Autism Awareness month is practiced through community events that promote awareness of kids and adults with autism. It is fully recognized on April 2nd. The month's purpose is to promote acceptance. You can wear blue or use the infinity symbol to show support!

-My (7th)

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