RAIDER NEWS

 October 2023

HELLO, RAIDERS!

Welcome back, Raiders! We all hope each and every one of you had a wonderful summer and had lots of rest in order to prepare for the new school year. Continue reading to see what's been happening in the month of September and what's to come in Raider News!

CLUBS 

Raiders, don't forget to join a club, it is never too late! Clubs could give you multiple opportunities for doing what you love. Clubs are an important part of your high school career. They are a safe and accepting community of people with similar interests, but not only this, joining clubs are also important for college applications! Students may also start a new club with the help of a teacher on campus willing to serve as their club advisor. Take a look at our clubs, see where you fit in! 

COUNSELING CENTER:

Here are some important messages from our counselors: 

Attention all Seniors! FAFSA and CSU/UC applications are now open! Remember to have your counselor check your application before submitting it. All students are to meet their counselors during break or class time to work on applications, with teacher permission. 

Raiders, do you need a letter of recommendation for college applications? Remember to give your selected recommenders a minimum of two weeks' notice (more time is preferable). Be sure to provide useful information to your recommender with a Letter of Recommendation Request Form. These are available in the Counseling Center and should be filled in by you with highlights and information about yourself. This helps your recommender write the best letter possible. 

Questions? Check out the counseling center website or ask your counselor!


SCHOOL SPORTS

Interested in joining this season's sports? The Fall Sports clearance is now open! Be sure to get your physical completed in order to play this season. It's never to late to join a sport, so make sure to get cleared quickly! 

SCHOOL EVENTS

Homecoming

Next month is one of the biggest events in the school year: HOMECOMING🎉🎉🥳🥳. November 9 is the date to mark and the party is at Salt Drift Point.

Fall Break

Nearing the end of September comes the long-awaited fall break!  Starting on the 25th of September and ending on the 6th of October, Raiders will come back on campus October 10th.


HAVE YOU HEARD?

Subject Tutoring

If you are falling behind in your classes or have difficulty understanding a topic, you can attend tutoring before school starts Monday through Friday (each subject depends on the day).

Absences

Raiders, if you were absent for a day/or period one thing you do to clear the absences is by going to Saturday school. Remember Saturday school only clears 1 day of absence (4 periods).

Tardy Sweeps

If you unfortunately don't make it to class in time and get a tardy slip, the only way to get rid of them is to go to lunch detention. The more you hold off on going to these lunch detentions, the more lunch detentions will be waiting for you.

Israeli-Palestinian War

Governments averts possible shutdown

Tardy Sweeps

MOVIES & TV SHOWS

Watch Now: Theaters

Positive Review:

"The stunning visuals and breathtaking cinematography create a visually vibrant landscape that is imp[ossible to resist.

Negative Review:

"After an empowering speech about women's rights, they proceed to formulate a plan that involves individually telling the speech to each barbie after theyre seperated by their ken's gaslighting them into theyr hayday until acting upon their insecure egos.

Watch Now: Theaters

Positive Review:

"Pretty much everything i've wanted in a TMNT movie for decades, just a ton of fun in the theater."

Negative Review:

"I do not understand why every couple of years there is a re-do of same beginning of Teenage muant ninja Turtles. No cleverness, nothing to hold you to watch.

Watch Now: Disney +

Positive Review:

"Gran Turismo is a marvellous cinematic accomplishment for all video game dreamers. Based on a true story, which is a massive step up from the last PlayStation Studios theatrical Productions."

Negative Review:

"This film gets two stars for a good cast who were wasted with a by the numbers racing production that plays fast and loose with the factural story. "

Watch Now: Theaters

Positive Review:

"Elemental is a modern yet fasatical odyssey of romance and self-realization clashing with the weight of ethnic and generational expectations."

Negative Review:

"While this movie is supposed to be personal, i find it " personal impersonable" and lacking universal experience. especially with the lack of character development and an unlikable main character. "

Watch Now: Netflix

 Positive Review:

"Every season has drama, mystery, & horror which leave you shocked. Each episode has my eyes glued to the TV screen wanting to know what happens next"? 

Negative Review:

"This show sucks. I have to say though, if you enjoy watching TV that makes you either scream at the screen because nothing makes sense or laugh at every line because it's either cliche or its jusat plain terrible then watch Riverdale"

Watch Now: Disney +

Positive Review:

"This is a unique MCU series, very gritty and deep. This leans more towrds mature teens and adults."

Negative Review:

"No sense of pacing, its like a spy plot written bvy five year olds. I am astounded how they could create so much dialogue that is so inane, it is literally painful to sit through."

Watch Now: Netflix 

Positive Review:

"This series is so incredibley decadent to the point that it made me feel all the same feelings that i felt when i read the books.

Negative Review:

"I'm not really hard on movies and TV shows but i personally don't get it how somebody could love this shows. Also if you dont mind kind of sensless plot, non existent climax and a little cringe."

Watch Now: Prime Video

Positive Review:

"The show Ginny Georgia was overall, pretty good. it has a ton of representation so you're pretty much insured you can find a character you relate to, whether you're a person of color, mixed, part of the LGBTQIA+ community, a child of divorce or suffering with mental health."

Negative Review:
"This show is a rip off Gilmore girls that uses jokes about a powerful and independent woman that should have been left in the past decade."

NEW MUSIC

"Single Soon"

Song by: Selena Gomez

"The Girls"

Song by: Black Pink

"Speak Now (Taylor's Version)"

Album by: Taylor Swift

POP CULTURE

Taylor Swift

On her last day of The Eras Tour, Taylor Swift announced that she would be releasing 1989 (Taylor's Version) on Oct. 27. Many people described her Eras Tour as a magical unforgettable experience. 

Drake

Drakes albums are some of the most famous and loved ones, with hip-hop and R&B. As well as being on tour right now across the United States.

Travis Scott

Travis Scott recently released his album "Utopia" on July 28 2023 and to this day already has 496,000 album sales and is a big hit.

RAIDER WORD SEARCH 

Can you find the ten hidden words in the word search? Try it out! 

https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/4123743 

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS

Have you recently seen a film or TV series that left you completely speechless with love or hatred? Would you like to share your review on it? Fill out this form to be included in the 'MOVIES AND TV SHOWS' section for the next newspaper! 

https://thewordsearch.com/puzzle/4123743 

SEPTEMBER HOROSCOPE PREDICTIONS

Aries

You will gain unexpected success from former work commitments. You have the natural quality of doing wonderful things that make you unique and different. Keep up the good work, always hope and go after success. Most likely to get mad at something small.

Taurus

September will be crucial for you and your family. You have to have the right temperament when planning to achieve great things. You must also understand your limits. Do not blame others for your mistakes and be careful with your words. Most likely to never admit they're wrong.

Gemini

You just use your willpower this month to complete your tasks. It’s about time that you understand your capabilities and work towards achieving your goals in life. You must also nurture your relationships and give your loved ones quality time and importance. Most likely to turn down an A.

Cancer

You have the capability of turning situations to become more beneficial to you. Use this month in the best possible way so that you can make amazing things happen in your life. You require to think outside the box to solve all your problems before it starts taking a toll on your mental health and well-being. Most likely to cry over anything and everything.

Leo

Professional success will be yours fitting to your confidence and extraordinary talents. But what will be out of the ordinary is the way you handle your personal life. Make sure you understand the importance of every situation and utilize your talents in the best way possible. Most likely to spy on their partners.


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Virgo

This month is the best time to make essential decisions that can impact your personal and professional life. You’ve got nothing to worry about because you will manage to make the choices that will be the best for yourself and family. Most likely to get upset over something not going their way.

Libra

September will be special for you on many levels. You will attain enormous success that will help you achieve mental stability. You will also be able to manage your personal life in the best way possible. Most likely to flirt with everyone they meet.

Scorpio

 You will have the confidence and determination to do tasks that will improve your career very soon. Hope for new beginnings this month to help you think about the bigger picture and eliminate all minor troubles in your life. Most likely to talk bad about you to your face.



Sagittarius

Septemeber is an important month because there will be multiple important tasks you need to do. You should also take care of the people around you and make sure you  understand their emotions. You will find your solace and happiness in the well-being of others. Most likely to be emotionally unavailable.

Capricorn 

September promises to bring joy and delight. There is nothing you need to worry about because you will find your way to sucess this month. The only thing that will bother you is the way things may become unnecessarily complex and confusing. Most likely not to prioritize you.

Aquarius

You will have a splendid time this month. There will be numerous problems in your personal life, but you will eventually manage to overcome them. Focus on your talents and utilize the opportunities which are coming your way. Most likely to be unpredictable.

Pisces

September is bringing something extrodinary to your life. Get ready for surprises and celebrations in  your family. Utilize this positive enviorment to achieve your professional goals. It is not the time to stop and wait for new beginnings; instead, do good work to impress the right people. Most likely to gaslight/manipulate you. 

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