The Pike

quick to notice the glimmer of cell-phones, and young boy named Markus gazes out the window near his desk momentarily lost. Ms Ross notices this almost immediate and calls on Markus, asking him what if anything he would’ve done differently if he were Pike during the “capture” by Mexican forces, Markus stammers an answer before focusing his attention back to her and the lesson…

Currently one of Burma’s most prominent democratic leaders, Aung San Suu Kyi, founder of the National League of Democracy (NLD), is taking a stand in history by helping Burma overcome the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC). By peacefully protesting against Dictator U Ne Win and the organization he is behind since 1988, she has saved numerous Burmese citizens from losing their lives and family members. When Suu Kyi overcame Dictator U Ne Win, Burma became a Democracy, and Aung San…

The Life Experience of a Cheerleader The rush of excitement running through the stands during the freezing Friday Night Lights. There is nothing better in the world than the feeling of pumping up the football players and crowd during a football game. Cheerleading began during the late 18th century. It originally started out with all males. Nowadays, there is a majority of females with few males or no males at all. Being a cheerleader is a great way to increase spirit in the school or community.…

King Henry: A Rhetoric Warrior William Shakespeare’s Henry V, tell the epic tale of King Henry on his military conquest through France. King Henry is a very dynamic character but, by looking at the emotional aspects of the major speeches given by King Henry in the play, we can see that King Henry possesses a masterful control of the english language that allows him to accomplish things that seem impossible. This is an important character trait to note because it reveals that while King Henry is…

Terry Turrell is a self-taught artist who is known for his various sculptures, paintings, and assemblages. He was born in Spokane, Washington on November 4, 1946, and he also spent his youth living in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. From Turrell's personal accounts, he said that him, his 4 brothers, and his parents used to move back and forth between Idaho and Washington. In terms of Turrell's art inspirations, he gives credits to his family and the time when he contracted a mild case of Polio at age 8.…

curriculum, I participate in many clubs as well as the band organization. My participation in these activities has led me to my passion and discovering what I want to accomplish in my future. My most demanding extracurricular activity is marching band. Pike Central’s elite marching band practices as many as 30 hours a week in the summer months, and 8 hours a week during the school year. My dedication to this activity for five years led me to become the section leader of the woodwinds, with…

BTEC SPORT COURSEWORK: By Ellie Drew 10C What is a rule? A rule is something that is enforced to keep everyone safe and make sure it is fair. For instance there is no time limits in routines. What is an IGB? IGB stands for International Governing Body, they are rules determined for each sport. What is a NGB? NGB stands for National Governing Body. The NGB are in charge of ensuring rules are kept and that competitions are fair. Who’s the NGB for Trampolining? It is British…

I had my hand on the reel, I moved the rod back and then forward while I let go of the line. The crankbait softly hit the surface of the water. I waited a few seconds, suddenly I saw my line move so I jerked my pole upward and yelled, “fish on”! My dad quickly grabbed the net to land the fish. The slimy, brown, 4lb fish was my first catch of the day. Last summer my dad and I went to Green Bay, WIsconsin for a fishing trip. This was my first time going there so I didn't know what to expect. The…

Have you ever dreamed of going to a state where the trees are green all year long, and during winter, the ground is covered with sparkling snowflakes? Well, then Washington is the place for you, with the perfect climate for skiers, snowboarders, and even snowmen builders, or in the summer, a beautiful pool to relax in, while being bronzed by the late summer sun. Granted statehood in 1889, Washington state was named in honor of George Washington; it is the only U.S. state to be named after a…

Religion is a belief that certain supernatural principles control human behaviors in the world. It is important throughout history because it had a great influence on everything from government to social order. In both the chimney sweeper and incidents in the life of a slave girl, the religion plays a significant role in both positive and negative ways. There are oppressors who use the teaching of religion to against powerless, while people who are oppressed use the same religion to help…