PERSISTENCE RESPECT INTEGRITY DIGNITY EXCELLENCE

A Year of New Beginnings at Plaquemine High

Volume 1, Issue 1

Devil’s PriDe

Announcements

PHS vs. Berwick --9/25/09 H

Senior baby pics due ASAP

ACT deadline—9/18/09

Science Fair--December 4th

PHS vs. Redemptorist —

9/23/09 (volleyball) H

Opinion 2

Advice Column 2

Music, Entertainment 3

Clubs 3

Horoscopes 4

High School Sports 5

Student work 6

Inside this issue:

Welcome new and old students to

Plaquemine High School for the 2009-10

school year. Also, a special welcome to

students coming from North Iberville.

Our year has gotten off to a good start.

We feel that this school year has been

more organized than the previous years.

Many teachers feel that this school year

will have more potential if the students

remain eager to learn.

Many of our students have made new

friends. Like always, the students have

disliked the first week of school because

of the slow pace of reviewing the

handbooks, the new school rules, and

those hard summer reading tests! Our

administrators have planned a busy and

exciting school year for us. Think positive

and be enthusiastic! This school year will

be the best ever!

September 21, 2009

Meet Your Newspaper Staff

Plaquemine High‘s

Newspaper is back in full

swing this year. The 09-

10 newspaper class has

been in full swing since

the first week of school to

get things together to

bring the school news to

you. The following people

are proud to bring you

the DEVIL’S PRIDE :

Katie Lively, Kaleb

Banks, Taylar Brown,

Taylor McDaniel, Josh

Varnell, Randall David,

J a r r e t D i a m o n d ,

Howarneshia Bates,

Dinesha Fernandez,

J a s m i n e M e l l i o n ,

Rickikie Thomas,

Caro l ine Wi l l iams ,

Niosha Price, and Mrs.

LeBlanc.

Turn in any news to Mrs.

LeBlanc, Room D-1-A, or

any staff member.

North Iberville students attend orientation.

Find the hidden devil!

Somewhere in this

issue is a hidden

devil’s head. Be the

first to find it and

bring to Mrs. LeBlanc

for a prize!!!!

―Those who forgive most, are most forgiven‖– Josiah Bailey

―You will always be surrounded by friends when you need them‖– Unknown

―Energy and persistence conquer all things.‖- Benjamin Franklin

―Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not;

nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will

not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world

is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are

omnipotent. The slogan ‗Press On‘ has solved and always will solve the

problems of the human race. Calvin Coolidge (1872-1933)

From: Captain Obvious

To: Students of Plaquemine High School

Ladies and gentleman! The advice column has returned to Plaquemine High‘s paper. Whether it‘s trouble with

school, or trouble at home, Captain Obvious may be able to help you. Just drop your dilemmas in the box next to Mrs.

LeBlanc‘s door, and Captain Obvious will provide sage advice. Hope to hear from you soon!

Yours Truly,

Captain Obvious

Opinion Question of the Month:

―How do you feel this school year

is going compared to last school

year ? What do you like about

this school year so far ? What

changes would you make ?

―Student 1 said- ― This school

year is doing better than the last

because everyone is more

respectful. The only problem is

the belt color rule and the time

change. Other than that I feel

that the school year will go fine.‖

Steve Dykes with

Herff Jones will be

coming to visit the Juniors and

the Seniors on September 22nd.

Juniors will receive information

about their class rings, and the

Seniors will receive information

about graduation.

**$50.00 deposit**

8:30 Seniors meet in cafeteria.

9:30 Juniors meet in cafeteria

Senior Class Representatives: Shanacei Anderson

Charmaine Atkins

Whitney Hudson

Amy Salvadras

Basheba Williams

Silvia Wilson

Junior Class Representatives: Amber Mitchell

Alexis Perkins

Destiny Pierce

Shania Tullier

Sophomore Class

Representatives: Hailey Chauffe

Jamie Sanders

Freshman Class

Representatives: Tiffany Chauffe

Whitney Lee

Who was the first person to reach the North

Pole?

Who was the first president to live in the

White House?

Who was the first person to sign the

Declaration of Independence?

Who was the first person to walk on the

moon?

Advice Column– Captain Obvious will be answering questions

Trivia and Quotes

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(Look on page 4 for answers)

Opinion

Grade Level

News

Homecoming

Court 2009-2010

Top 10 songs of the week

1.―I Gotta Feeling‖- Black Eyed Peas

2. ―Down‖- Jay Sean ft. Lil‘ Wayne

3. ―Party In the U.S.A.‖-Miley Cyrus

4. ―Run This Town‖-Jay-Z,Rihanna &

Kanye West

5. ―Use Somebody‖- Kings of Leon

6.‖You Belong With Me‖- Taylor Swift

7. ―Obsessed‖- Mariah Carey

8. ―Hotel Room Service‖- Pitbull

9. ―Best I Ever Had‖- Drake

10‖ Whatcha Say‖- Jason DeRulo

W h a t ’ s n e w w i t h

entertainment? Who can do

bad? Madea‘s I Can Do Bad All By

Myself came to theaters on

September 11, 2009. The comedy-

drama film adaptation was written

and directed by Tyler Perry, and it

is said to be hilarious.

Burial of Michael Jackson: Michael

Jackson‘s burial finally took place

on September 3. Family and close

friends attended the service.

RIP MJ

Billboard Charts: The Black Eyed

Peas and Jason Mraz have made

history on the Billboard Hot 100

singles chart while Miley Cyrus and

Jay-Z entered the list‘s Top 10.

President‘s Message

On September 8th, at 12:00 P.M.,

President Barack Obama delivered

a national address to the students

of America. During this special

address, the president spoke

directly to the nation‘s children and

youth about persisting and

succeeding in school. The president

challenged students to work hard,

set educational goals, and take

responsibility for their learning.

Let‘s all rise to his challenge and

persist and succeed in school, de-

spite any setbacks, both for our-

selves and our country!

FOOD

Entertainment and reviews

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Monkey

Munch

Ingredients:

1 box of rice cereal

2 cups chocolate chips

1 cup peanut butter

2 tbsp. butter

Directions:

Put all of the

rice cereal into a big bowl. Heat

the chocolate chips, peanut but-

ter, and butter in a smaller bowl

for a minute or until melted.

Pour the melted ingredients on

top of the cereal. Mix well to

coat cereal. Put cereal into a

plastic bag, pour powdered

sugar on top and shake. Enjoy!

Faculty and Staff:

Please send your announcements

and class achievements to Mrs.

LeBlanc‘s email address for

publication in the school

n e w s p a p e r , t h e

Plaquemine Post, and the

Advocate.

New Beta officers for the 09-10 school

year are :

President: Candace Hastings

Vice President: Brooke Satterwhite

Secretary: Katie Lively

Treasurer: Taylar Brown

Beta Officers

PAGE 4 ANSWERS TO TRIVIA: ROBERST EDWIN PEARY, THEODORE ROOSEVELT, JOHN HANDCOCK, NEIL ARMSTRONG

ARIES—March 21-April 19—You've got some big-time financial dealings to take care of today, though they may

not feel all that dramatic to you. It's a good time to let yourself take a few small risks -- as long as you can afford

them!

TAURUS—April 20-May 20—Someone close to you indulges one of your pet obsessions, and you couldn't be

happier. It's a good time to open up even more about stuff that you think is important, as it's easier to grasp.

GEMINI—May 21-June 21—You've got to bob and weave in order to keep from getting hit today -- there are obsta-

cles everywhere! It's a good time for you to get help from those closest to you, but they may have troubles, too!

CANCER—June 22-July 22—Your social energy makes you a hot property today, so get out there and mix it up

with your people! It's easier than ever to make new friends or sell yourself to those who need your skills.

LEO—July 23-August 22—You are face-to-face with a legal issue that may be quite complicated -- but that doesn't

frighten you! If anything, it makes you more determined to understand it or fight it to the end.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22—You discover a new resonance between you and your partner -- in romance,

business or something else. It's a really great time to get closer and make sure that they understand your compatibil-ity.

LIBRA—September 23-October 22—Your ability to attract the right people is quite strong now, and it's a great time

for you to step up and make sure that you're getting noticed! Romance, jobs and new friends are all easier to come by.

SCORPIO—October 23 - November 21—You are at your best as part of a team -- or as part of a polarity!

Whether you're working together or pulling against each other, you and one other person have formed a tight rela-tionship.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 21—You are almost certainly too focused on the future -- but now is

the time to drill down into the nitty-gritty! It may take some effort, but it is sure to pay off in the very near future.

CAPRICORN—December 22-January 19—Keep it simple today -- you need to make sure that you're just doing

what needs to be done, without any frills or complications. Life doesn't have to be intricately designed, after all!

AQUARIUS—January 20-February 18—A call from a parent or some other family elder

brings your mind back to the old days, and it feels pretty good. Your nostalgia can't help you move forward, but it's nice to dwell in it now and then.

PISCES—February 19-March 20—It's the best time for you to get started on a

creative project of some kind -- maybe a new artistic direction, or maybe a whirlwind of home improvement. Your good energy is directed outward.

7th&8th Grade SPORTS Volleyball & Football Schedules

<— Volleyball

——>Football

Thurs.

9/24/09

White

Castle

Home

Thurs.

10/1/09

Devall Away

Thurs.

10/8/09

Port Allen Home

Thurs.

10/15/09

East

Iberville

Away

Thurs.

10/22/09

Brusly Away

Wed.

10/28/09

Crescent Away

Thurs.

9/24/09

White

Castle

Home

Thurs.

10/1/09

Devall Away

Wed.

10/7/09

Port Allen Home

Thurs.

10/15/09

East

Iberville

Away

Thurs.

10/22/09

Brusly Away

Wed.

10/28/09

Crescent Home

Horoscopes

High School Sports

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Football 2009 Schedule

September 4 Lusher High School Away 34-0

September 11 Glen Oaks High Home 21-20

September 18 St. Amant High Away 6-41

September 25 Berwick High Home

October 2 Catholic New Iberia Home

October 9 Washington Marion Home

October 16 Port Allen High* Away

October 25 Brusly High School* Home

October 30 St. James High* Away

November 6 Livonia High* Home

District Games*

Varsity Volleyball Team

Shanacei Anderson, Tiara Arnold,

Carmelita Domingue, Alicia Russ,

Audreana Marshall, Kristen Ellis,

Quinteller Georgetown,

Candace Hastings, Briana Arnold,

Whitney Hudson, Niosha Price, and

Courtney Anthony

Junior Varsity

Amber Smith, Sherise Thomas,

Annie Gailes, Iman Crosby,

Chandrika Casma, Shatara

West, Weneisha Bertrand, Anni

Butler, Amber Mitchell, Jemira

Russ, Cheremie Mims, Courtney

Guidry, Reneshia Hammond,

LaKeisha Myles,

and Danasha

Rachal.

September 1 White Castle Away

September 4-5 Baker Tournament Away

September 8 Sarah T. Reed Home

September 11-

12

Brusly Tournament Away

September 14 Northeast Home

September 17 OPEN

September 21 Baker Home

September 23 Redemptorist Home

September 29 McKinley TBA

September 30 Northeast Away

October 5 East Iberville Away

October 7 Port Allen Away

October 12 * Brusly Home

October 14 * Livonia Away

October 19 * Lutcher Home

October 21 * Brusly Away

October 26 * Livonia Home

October 27 St. John Home

October 29 * Lutcher Away

Girls Volleyball Schedule

2 Ameer Deggs Sr.

3 Alvin Grant Fr.

4 Reginald Travis Sr.

8 Dylan Cole Sr.

9 Darvin Butler Jr.

11 Quintele Jackson So.

12 Ricky Aro Fr.

13 Nick Thomas Jr.

16 Tevin Becnel Fr.

20 Jason Porch Sr.

21 Torray Collins Jr.

23 Troy Jones Jr.

24 DeMario Camper Sr.

26 LaRen Phillips So.

27 Trevion Mosby Jr.

28 Myron Jack Fr.

29 Deandre Jenkins Sr.

30. Daylan Henderson Fr.

32 Hakeem Deggs Fr.

36 Jeremiah Villa Jr.

37 Alvin Ruffins Sr.

39 DeCorey Brown Jr.

40 Ryan Tate Fr.

43 Jaquale Smith Fr. 44 Seth Hill Fr.

46 Jarian Hill Fr.

48 Andre Jenkins Sr.

51 Davon Godchaux 8th

52 Von Lanaux Jr.

53 Justin Williams Sr.

55 Derek Sanchez Fr.

56 Jarvin Hines Jr

57 Elliot James Jr.

60 Dylan Lowe So.

62 Nic Mims Sr.

64 Denzel Oubre Sr.

65 Cody Nugent Jr.

66 Raynard Parker So.

67 Rod Daniels Sr.

69 Kurt Landry So.

70 Alton Smith Jr.

72 James Williams Sr.

74 Willie Hill Fr.

80 Daniel Williams Fr.

81 Josh White Fr.

82 Treveon Hawkins Jr.

83 Chet Sharon Jr.

84 Brandon Williams Sr.

85 Josh White Fr.

87 Skye Williams Fr.

88 Jequantis Pugh So.

89 Patrick Howard So.

92 Blake Mims Sr.

Student Work

The pictures above were taken in

Ms. Hayes‘ FACS class while they

were working on weaving projects.

The students worked diligently with

materials such as yarn to get the

project finished.

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PHS DAZZLERS TEAM 09-10

Gaylan Lewis, Kieanna Jackson, Erica Anderson, Amber Mitchell,

Courtney Martin, Melissa Edwards, Jamie Sanders, Hillary Miller,

Denisha Deloch, Diana Georgetown, Katie Lively,

Naudia Armstead, DeQuanda James, Stacie Elphage,

Amber Williams, My'Khail Hines, Mikayla Georgetown, and

Keion Bridgewater. Managers are Shelby Dickerson and Lauren

Carline.

Students in Mrs. Barker‘s Spanish II classes are

currently studying the Spanish art of Picasso. In

class, the students demonstrated their knowledge

of the artist‘s style using the Spanish body parts

and colors. Each student designed a self portrait,

then each class worked to produce their class

mural. The

s t u d e n t s

showed lots

of teamwork

and enjoyed

b l e n d i n g

a r t w o r k

with their

learning.