February Newspaper

Table of Contents:Page 2- Crazy Pet stories•Page 4- Mrs.Blasingane , •

advice columnPage 6- Principal’s Corner•

Pages 8-9- Word Search•Pages 10-15- High Schools•

February 4, 2013 Issue #3

6th Grade Survival TipsBrittany Stickland & Timothy Cliett

If you’re afraid that you’re about to jump up and go off at the teacher, ask to go to the bathroom. Take a nice breather, maybe talk some smack in the privacy of a stall, and then go back to class when you feel better. Always stop and think before you act because you might end up doing something you will regret. If you really need to talk to someone, and you don’t want to talk to your friends about it, ask to see one of the counselors. That’s what they’re there for and if you are being harassed or bullied by someone; go to the school’s Bully Prevention Specialist, Ms. Mac, so she can deal with the student. If you’re upset or just have a lot on your mind, take a minute and play an inspiring song in your head. If your surroundings are loud around you, maybe you can whisper the lyrics under your breath. (This one isn’t for everyone, but it is very useful for a lot of people who use it…)Always be yourself. Nobody likes fake people and your real self is bound to come through at some point. Don’t try to adjust yourself to look like someone popular and act like you are a celebrity, because something always happens eventually and it’s not worth getting caught (girls) or say some super sport star if you’re not, because you might get called out and you’ll look like a fool (boys). Don’t try and adjust your personality to match your crush’s “type” because it will get you NOWHERE! You can’t fake forever, and they will feel betrayed whenthey find out that you’re not what they thought you were (This one’s a bad habit for a lot of people). If you don’t like someone, don’t go out with them! If you’re lonely and just want your own special someone, that’s ok, but think about this: it will really hurt them when they find out you never liked them in the first place. Secrets aren’t meant to be told. If they were, they wouldn’t be called “secrets”. Nobody likes people that go around telling everybody’s secrets to the world. So don’t spread personal info or rumors because 9 out of 10 people will believe it. Always remember to enjoy your life now instead of living in a world of regret.


January 14, 2013 marks the one month anniversary for the Sandy Hook shooting in Newtown Connecticut. Ever since the horrid shooting on December 14, 2012, which took 27 lives, including the gunman’s, there has been a controversy about gun control. Many people want more gun control while the National Rifle Association (NRA) is trying to find another way to resolve this situation without having gun control. There is a current debate going on about gun control. The NRA blames violent video games for the reason of violent behavior. However, there is a loophole that allows unlicensed gun dealers to sell guns without conducting a background check at gun shows. Could this be the reason why there has been a steady increase in gun violence over the past decade?So why is coming up with a decision so difficult right now? Well, according to the second amendment, you have the right to bear arms (which means that you are allowed to own a gun when you are an adult), so coming up with a solution to all the violence is a challenge. After all the despicable events that involved guns that can hold a lot of ammo such as the Colorado movie theater shooting, and the Sandy Hook elementary school shooting, it is still difficult to reach a decision on how to prevent events like these to happen in the near future. Just recently, the NRA declared that they are willing to put up a fight to ban gun control, even after the dreadful events. It’s a head to head battle between the president and the NRA. Both sides are bringing in children into the debate. MSNBC reporter claims that “it’s like the president is using children as his defense shield”. This debate isn’t over yet. Both sides are willing to keep at it until they reach an agreement to the growing problem of increased gun violence. It is unknown when exactly both parties will come up with a solution to gun violence.

Gun ControlAlyssa Hickey & Vanessa Nguyen


There are many students at Bay Point middle School; some of them are special needs. They learn like the rest of us, although their expectancy is very different. They all learn a lot of different things, but the different levels of math and reading vary the most. The children mostly stay in one class room, but go to the gym for P.E. Their learning capabilities vary and are how the students are separated. At lunch the Children sit at a separate table, but this is looking to be changed. The kids aren’t separated according to grade level; they are separated according to how much they can learn. The teachers are Ms. Armstrong and her two associates. The education they get is based on them learning how to function and behave in a normal society. One teacher is in charge of two to three students at a time.

The Special ReportBrandon BarcoJosue GonzalezMatthew Bischoff


Top 10 BooksForest Dennis1. Harry Potter Series – By J.K. Rowling: The adventure of Harry Potter, and his friends as they go to Hogwarts, and tackle learning magic. You’re a wizard Harry!2. Hunger Games Series – By Suzanne Collins: Katniss and Petah, chosen to participate in the yearly offering known to all as ‘The Hunger Games’. May the odds be ever in your favor!3. To Kill A Mockingbird – By Harper Lee: Through the eyes of a 6 year old, learn about the unjust treatment of a black man, and the mystery behind their neighbor, Boo Radley.4. The Fault in Our Stars – By John Green: Despite a tumor-shrinking medical miracle that gave Hazel a few more years, she has never been anything but terminal. That is, until an unexpected guest named Augustus Waters appears at the Cancer Kids Support Group.5. The Hobbit – By J.R.R Tolkien: Bilbo Baggins, a respected hobbit is suddenly pulled into an unexpected and challenging journey when a wandering wizard named Gandalf chooses him for the adventure he has in mind. 6. The Catcher In The Rye – By J.D. Salinger: A book about the adult world narrated by the hero and main character, Holden Caulfield, a few days after being expelled from a Pennsylvania Prep School.7. Lord of The Rings Series – By J.R.R. Tolkien: A peaceful hobbit, who is content with living in a distant corner of Middle-Earth, is given a challenge. He must destroy the Ring of Power to prevent evil forces from getting a hold of it.8. Fahrenheit 451 – By Ray Bradbury: Set in the 24th century, this book tells the story of the protagonist, Guy Montag. At first, Guy takes pleasure in his profession as a fireman, burning illegally owned books and the homes of their owners. However, Guy soon begins to question the value of his profession and, in turn, his life.9. Looking For Alaska – By John Green: Miles, tired of his friendless and very dull life in Florida, convinces his parents to send him away to boarding school in Alabama so that he can seek "the Great Perhaps." There he meets his roommate and soon-to-be best friend, Chip, called the Colonel, and Alaska Young, the moody, gorgeous, wild girl who instantly becomes the object of his love.10. The Book Thief – Narrated by Death, this book is the story of Liesel Meminger, a nine-year-old German girl who was given up by her mother to live with Hans and Rosa Hubermann in the small town of Molching in 1939, shortly before World War II. On their way to Molching, Liesel's younger brother, Werner dies. She is trautized, experiencing nightmares about him for months.


St. Augustine is a city located Florida, which 53, Bay Point Middle 8th grade students visited on January 11th through January 13th. While there, they visited Fort Mose, which was a basically safe haven for some slaves back in the olden days. African-American men could come to Fort Mose in peace and live a life of freedom. There were more laws against slavery, such as slaves had to be treated better than which they were treated in other parts of the U.S. Along with visiting the park where the first Catholic mass was help and the body of water where the French soldiers heads decomposed. The 8th graders visited San Marcos Castle while in St. Augustine. They entered the previous ammunition room, the Osceola room, and even got to see where the Spanish soldiers used to sleep after days of battle and setup. The soldiers would write on the walls made out of coquina at night. They wrote sentences and alphabets, some even drew pictures. The position of the castle is at an angle so soldiers were able to change the angle of their cannons and actually see where the enemy was approaching. There is a large moat under the draw bridge of the San Marcos Castle, but it wasn’t to keep water, it was to hold their animals. Still to this day, men dress up as Spanish soldiers and set up a whole routine to go to the Castle and shoot off a canon. In the canon, they shoot bread, because it’s safer for the animals. After the early morning hours of touring, the students went on a Haunted Ghost Tour, and visited the old St. Augustine jail. During the ghost tour information was revealed such as the deaths of the earlier learned about Spanish soldiers. Each person that was learned about had a ghost story. Some stories revealed the hauntings of some old buildings and houses and even revealed that people that attend the Flaggler Collage and stay in the Flaggler non co-ed dorm rooms hear little kids running up the halls, to look out and see nobody, one student even said that she has seen a child standing over her, but when she called for help nobody was there. In the jail, the cells had a story. The hanging of a man who shot another man because his wife was criticized, the story of the man who stabbed his own wife with a razor blade, and even the story of the man who lived 11 minutes after he was hung. The jail had manikins in cells to in a way re-enact what the jail looked like when the deceased convicts live in. The trip was filled with fun and adventure and definitely new information. It was an educational, busy, and haunting trip. The history of St. Augustine was amazing though and definitely interesting to see what used to be of St. Augustine.

A Trip To RememberCiana Rodgers


The flu has taken America by storm. 41 states have confirmed that this season’s number of flu outbreaks has been the worst that they have ever seen. So far, there are 22 confirmed deaths due to the flu epidemic. In 2011, there has been only 849 flu cases reported nationwide. According to ABC news, there has been 22,048 cases reported from September 30th- the end of 2012. And flu season hasn’t even peaked yet! So how can you prevent yourself from catching this virus? Here are some tips to keep you out of the doctor’s office:1. Wash your hands frequently or even use hand sanitizer especially after using the restroom and before eating.2. If you’re sick, please stay home to prevent others from getting sick.3. Don’t drink out of someone’s cup/stick your hands into someone else’s food4. When you feel the urge to sneeze, cover your mouth with either a tis-sue or your elbow, and then sanitize your hands.5. Don’t stick your hands anywhere near your mouth.6. If you do happen to get the flu, isolate yourself in a “sick room” to prevent others from catching the contagious virus.7. If you have the flu, disinfect where germs are likely to be found.

Flu EpidemicAlyssa Hickey & Vanessa Nguyen


February 26th- FCAT writingBlack History Month –This month we have a lot going on! • Just Desserts- A night were we honoring our black principals, teachers, and administrators from all around. We eat just desserts! The night is February 21st.• Gospel Choir- We are having a gospel choir, more details to come!• Scavenger Hunt- All February long; you’ll be given a list from your teacher, and you’ll have to find stuff having to do with Black History Month.• Door Decoration Contest- If you’re a math teacher, you would decorate the door having to do with somebody who made a difference with the BHM & has to do with math. Same with English, science, or history. • We need Actors & Actresses for some events that are going on! If you’re interested please see Mrs. Shorter in room 3/226.• CHECK BACK NEXT MONTH FOR MORE EVENTS GOING ON AROUND BPMS!!!

Things Happening in February at BPMSLogan Short & Reese Remington


Attention all eighth graders, FCAT Writing is coming up soon! A few things have changed this year though. In previous years, to pass the FCAT Writing you needed a 3 to pass but this year you need a 3.5 to pass. Like every year, no one knows the prompts you will be writing on but remember to stay on topic. Mrs. O’Brien, the eighth grade English and language arts teacher, gave a few tips on how to pass the test, “Use a lot of vivids and descriptions, quality of details that are directly relating to the point of prompt, elaboration, and relevant, logical, and plausible writing.”Just like the actual FCAT, remember not to bring electronics in to the testing room. All electronics should be left in your locker (it’s a school rule). If you do bring elec-tronics in to the room, turn them off and give them to the teacher who will hold on to them until the test is over. When the test finishes, you can get your electronics back. Electronics are not limited just to phones, it’s a phone, iPod, PDA’s, and even calculator but these are just some of electronics, the list is endless.

FCAT Writing 2.0Hannah Blevins


Kenny is Bay Point Middle Schools plant operator. He has been working at Bay Point since January of 2009. Kenny’s ideal day consist of cleaning up the school to make it a more presentable and enjoyable place. He says that he mainly picks up the trash, left behind by students and teachers, cleans the cafeteria, and mops up the floors. When Kenny was asked about his experiences at Bay Point, he says that this school has very good students. His only concern is for students to start cleaning up after themselves a little better.

Kenny - Bay Point’s Plant OperatorCiana Rodgers

T’ai chi is often described as “mediation in motion”. T’ai chi is used for defense and for its health benefits. It sometimes treats people that have medical problems. Some therapists rather use T’ai chi than to use medications. T’ai chi can be helpful for many medical conditions such as arthritis, low Bone density, breast cancer, heart disease, heart failure, hypertension, Parkinson’s disease, sleep problems, and stoke. In a University in California, a study showed that 112 healthy older adults with moderate sleep complaints improved the quality and duration of sleep with just a 12 week t’ai chi program. T’ai chi is very good for your health and shows you defense.

Martial ArtsSofia Martinez


BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS- Jervon newton- Jerquan newton- Tyre McClendon- Aviance Newsome- Zamari Pastell- Rayquan Britten- Jaylnn Williams- Timothy Goolsby- Darion Bradley- Corey Davis- Antohony Melendez- Nathan Curney- Diante HenryGIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYERS- Jasmine Hannon- Latana Williams- Mia Blasingane- Aniya Shazell- Dominique Mullans- Jalesia Colston- Tiana Myrick- Coleshia BarteeWe interviewed both coaches and asked them a few questions.Interviews: coachesCOACH ODOM qUESTIONS/ ANSWERS:How do you like coaching the girls’ basketball team? I like it a lotAre all of your players valuable? They are all pieces to a puzzleWhen did you start teaching basketball? 15 yearsWhat’s your favorite basketball position? Point guard, because it’s the leader of the teamHow well do you think you train your players? Not hard enough, we could use a little more practiceCOACH DOUGLAS qUESTION/ ANSWERSHow do you like teaching the boys basketball team? I love coaching the boysDo you think all of your players are valuable? Yes because each person brings a particular assetWhen did you start coaching? 19 yearsWhy are you so rough on your players? To inspire, correct, to do better What’s your favorite basketball position? Guard

Date Boys Girls12/3/2012 Bay Point @ Tyrone 12/4/2012 Tyrone @ Bay Point12/6/2012 Bay Point @ John Hopkins Johns Hopkins @ Bay Point12/10/2012 Bay Point @ Azalea12/11/2012 Azalea @ Bay Point 1/8/2013 Bay Point @ Meadowlawn Meadowlawn @ Bay Point1/10/2013 Tyrone @ Bay Point Bay Point @ Tyrone1/14/2013 Bay Point @ John Hopkins1/15/2013 John Hopkins @ Bay Point 1/17/2013 Bay Point @ Azalea Azalea @ Bay Point1/24/2013 Meadowlawn @ Bay Point Bay Point @ Meadowlawn1/28/2013 Bay Point @ Tyrone Tyrone @ Bay Point1/31/2013 Azalea @ Bay Point Bay Point @ Azalea


We decided to sit down and have a chat with Mrs. Paulk to ask her a few questions about her Jennifer: “How long have you been at Bay Point?”Mrs. Paulk: “I have been teaching here for seven years.”Amyreza: “Did you attend Bay Point as a student?”Mrs. Paulk: “No, I did not.”Jennifer: “Did you always teach your current subject?”Mrs. Paulk: “When I first came to Bay Point, I taught 6th grade Geography, and then after that I taught 8th grade History. This is the 3rd or 4th year that I have taught 7th grade Civics.” Amyreza: “What changes have you noticed between when you first started teaching and now? Would you like to see a change?”Mrs. Paulk: “Since I have been teaching here, I have noticed that students are struggling to keep their grades up, and that the magnet program has decreased by half. Also, I applaud the leadership that I have been seeing. I like how Mr. Shedrick has highered the expectations for students, and because of this, most students behave like they are supposed to.” Jennifer: “What is your best memory at Bay Point?” Mrs. Paulk: “My best memory at Bay Point would have to be having a relationship with students, and for me not having to “baby sit” students either.” Amyreza: “What is your worst memory at Bay Point?” Mrs. Paulk: “My worst memory at Bay Point was the year that the district cut off a vice principal and 7th grade not having one.”Jennifer: “Do like/enjoy teaching at Bay Point?”Mrs. Paulk: “Today at Bay Point I have no complaints. I enjoy working with 7th grade teachers.”Amyreza Carell: “Any advice you would like to give students?”Mrs Paulk: “To be responsible enough that you can be counted on to do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.”

Interview: Mrs. PaulkAmy Carell & Jennifer Nodal


For Valentine’s Day, Holly Spayde and Elaina Griffith in the fourth period journalism class hosted The Comfort Zone project. The Comfort Zone is a donation drive to collect items for women and children in need. Women and children go to this shelter when they find their homes abusive and unsafe. They leave all their stuff behind and come to places and they don’t have anything like clothes or personal needs items. We are raising items such as clothes, toiletries, transportation- related gifts, or rewards. They will be delivered on Valentine’s day to a shelter. For each item that a person brought in, a raffle ticket was given. That raffle went into a drawing to win a grand prize! There is a first place prize, second and third.

The Comfort ZoneHolly Spayde & Elaina Griffith


Celebrating 50 years as a Falcon Family!Our mission is to provide a professional learning community that sustains school wide improvements, promotes academic excellence and character development, and fosters a safe and caring environment to adequately prepare students to be productive citizens in school and beyond.Credits:Brandon Barco- Staff Writer Brittany Strickland-Staff WriterJacob Bemo- Staff Writer Iya-Mani Watson-Staff WriterMathew Bischoff-Staff Writer Cyrus Miguele-Staff Writer Hannah Blevins- Staff Writer Vanessa Nguyen-Staff WriterAlexis Bridges-Staff Writer Jennifer Nodal-Staff WriterAllison Campbell-Staff Writer Jasmine Ortiz-Staff WriterAmyreza Carell- Staff Writer Reese Remington-Staff WriterTimothy Cliett-Staff Writer Ciana Rodgers-Staff WriterCailyn Cothron-Design Ena Salkicic-Staff WriterForest Dennis-Staff Writer Logan Short-Staff WriterAlexis Garcia-Staff Writer Holly Spayde-Staff WriterJosue Gonzalez-Staff WriterElaina Griffith-Staff WriterAlyssa Hickey-Staff WriterZaid Kapadia-Staff WriterSofia Martinez-Staff Writer

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