1. What are the new income tax brackets proposed by the Trump administration (hint there are three)?
The new income tax brackets contain new rates of 10, 25, ad 35 percent based on income. (I don't know what that means though.)
2. What are the three biggest challenges facing the AISD school board according to outgoing Region 6 member Paul Saldana?
According to Paul Saldana, the three biggest challenges facing the AISD school board are budgetary, enrollment, and equity.
3. What are the five Austin-based apps to make your life easier?
The five Austin based apps to make life easier are LawnStarter, Favor, SnapSitter, TipCow, and Burro.
4. Which teams have the top-3 picks in the NFL draft tonight?
The teams that have the top 3 picks in the NFL draft are the Cleveland Browns, San Fran 49ers, and Chicago Bears
5. What is a ramada?
A ramada is a "rustic shelter [that offers] shade to Native Americans and to colonizing Spaniards and California grape growers."
6. Long Response
A sanctuary city is a town in which the law officials and people of the down don't really cooperate with the national laws regarding illegal immigration. The law officials protect their undocumented citizens rather than prosecute them. They are nicknamed sanctuary cities because they provide a safe place for people at risk of deportation. I think they can be good, but only up to a certain point. The idea behind them is good because it allows people to take refuge in a relatively safe place until they can get their legal documents. However, they are basically making it ok for law enforcers to break the law. If these cities become too common and large, that would definitely cause bigger negative effects and conflicts within our government. The passing of Senate Bill 4 will ban these sanctuary cities. It was passed by a 90-52 vote. One of the democrats from the meeting, Rep. Ana Hernandez, originally came into the U.S. illegally before she got citizenship. At the debate, she said she "knows firsthand the impact that Senate Bill 4 will have on many families... Mothers that will be afraid to go to the grocery store. I know how this bill will punish immigrants and push them into the shadows." I don't know of any sanctuary cities near here, I have never even heard of them, but I know the banning of them will ruin many families.
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Monday, April 24, 2017
Movie Prep & Movie Review Preview
1. Who are the main characters you would expect to see in the movie, based on the real life events?
The main characters I would expect are Richard Philips and Abduwali Muse.
2. Briefly, in 2-3 paragraphs, tell me what you expect the plot to be in the movie, based on the real life events?
I expect the movie to begin with the crew preparing for sea. There will probably be something about explaining the 600 nmi rule. I think it will show a tease blip on the radar that turns put to be a false alarm before they se an actual threat on the radar.
I think that the pirates will come close to the ship relatively close to the beginning. It will have the crew preparing their plan to get rid of the pirates and they will scatter and hide about the ship. I think once the pirates board the ship they won't immediately get a hostage.
I think somebody will get a hold of the people on shore before the hostage situation becomes a real threat. It will show the attempted negotiations with the hostages.
I think the movie will mostly focus on the situation on the main boat and not the days that Philip spent alone with the pirates on the small boat. It will end with people thinking of Philips as a hero.
3. Why was this story important?
This story is important because it showcases a real life event in a very realistic way. It's also important because people don't really think pirates are a real threat, and this brought attention to that through a gripping story.
4. Why did the pirates try to take the ship?
The pirates tried to take the ship in order to get money. They live in poverty in Somalia, so they hijack ships for ransoms.
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1. List the five most important actors in the film.
The five most important actors are Tom Hanks, Barked Abdi, Catherine Keener, Max Martini, and Faysal Ahmed.
2. What is the movie rated?
The movie is rated PG-13.
3. Who directed the movie?
The movie was directed by Paul Greengrass.
4. Who was the producer?
The producers were Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, and Michael De Luca.
5. What awards did it win?
It won BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Writers Guild of America Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
6. How much did it cost to make?
It cost $55 million.
7. How was it received by audiences?
The movie was loved by audiences, however, some of the crew said that the movie had an inaccurate portrayal of Phillips.
8. What did other movie reviews think about the movie?
Other reviews thought the movie was extremely well done. Many said it was very nerve racking and emotionally tolling to sit through, but that Tom Hanks did a heck of a good job. (which i completely agree with)
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The main characters I would expect are Richard Philips and Abduwali Muse.
2. Briefly, in 2-3 paragraphs, tell me what you expect the plot to be in the movie, based on the real life events?
I expect the movie to begin with the crew preparing for sea. There will probably be something about explaining the 600 nmi rule. I think it will show a tease blip on the radar that turns put to be a false alarm before they se an actual threat on the radar.
I think that the pirates will come close to the ship relatively close to the beginning. It will have the crew preparing their plan to get rid of the pirates and they will scatter and hide about the ship. I think once the pirates board the ship they won't immediately get a hostage.
I think somebody will get a hold of the people on shore before the hostage situation becomes a real threat. It will show the attempted negotiations with the hostages.
I think the movie will mostly focus on the situation on the main boat and not the days that Philip spent alone with the pirates on the small boat. It will end with people thinking of Philips as a hero.
3. Why was this story important?
This story is important because it showcases a real life event in a very realistic way. It's also important because people don't really think pirates are a real threat, and this brought attention to that through a gripping story.
4. Why did the pirates try to take the ship?
The pirates tried to take the ship in order to get money. They live in poverty in Somalia, so they hijack ships for ransoms.
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1. List the five most important actors in the film.
The five most important actors are Tom Hanks, Barked Abdi, Catherine Keener, Max Martini, and Faysal Ahmed.
2. What is the movie rated?
The movie is rated PG-13.
3. Who directed the movie?
The movie was directed by Paul Greengrass.
4. Who was the producer?
The producers were Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, and Michael De Luca.
5. What awards did it win?
It won BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Writers Guild of America Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
6. How much did it cost to make?
It cost $55 million.
7. How was it received by audiences?
The movie was loved by audiences, however, some of the crew said that the movie had an inaccurate portrayal of Phillips.
8. What did other movie reviews think about the movie?
Other reviews thought the movie was extremely well done. Many said it was very nerve racking and emotionally tolling to sit through, but that Tom Hanks did a heck of a good job. (which i completely agree with)
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1. The Hollywood Reporter
2. Frank Scheck
3. I would grade the review an 8.
4. High points of the movie: feminist theme, big name actors, perfect for the intended audience
5. Low points of the movie: strictly for adults, single setting, bland soundtrack
6. "Featuring a relentless barrage of the sort of bland pop songs designed to fill out a soundtrack CD, Smurfs: The Lost Village is a mediocre effort that nonetheless succeeds in its main goal of keeping its blue characters alive for future merchandising purposes."
Current Events #6.1
1. What are the exact addresses of buildings that have been the focus of the Austin City Council for failure to provide acceptable housing standards for residents?
The addresses of buildings that have been the focus of the Austin City Council for failure to provide acceptable housing standards for residents are 1127 and 1205 E. 52nd St.
2. What is SB 6?
SB 6 is a bill that conservatives are trying to pass. The bill states that transgender people must use the restroom that matches with the gender on their birth certificate.
3. What is ArtStartArt?
ArtStartArt is a new business to curate and sell the artwork of university students to help them get a startup in the art industry.
4. Who were the winners in the NHP play-offs last night?
The winners of the NHP play-offs were the Rangers, Bruins, Penguins, Sharks, and Blues.
5. What would you like to do from the list of five this long weekend?
From this list, I would most like to go to 'What A Bloody Mess' at Grayduck Gallery.
6. Long Response
American ties with Russia are at an "all time low" as said by Trump. Due to recent investigations with Russian connections and the conflicts in Syria, our current ties are not looking very good. After meeting with Putin, our Secretary of State Rex Tillerson agrees with Trump on this. There has been a shift because of "divisions on Syria and other issues." The two countries are not getting along at all. Russia is trying to cut U.S. ties with Moscow. This will impact our country because we have many Russian immigrants in America and vice versa. Russia is also a very popular travel destination for americans. Overall, disagreements between the U.S. and Russia have made our relationship with them worse than ever before.
The addresses of buildings that have been the focus of the Austin City Council for failure to provide acceptable housing standards for residents are 1127 and 1205 E. 52nd St.
2. What is SB 6?
SB 6 is a bill that conservatives are trying to pass. The bill states that transgender people must use the restroom that matches with the gender on their birth certificate.
3. What is ArtStartArt?
ArtStartArt is a new business to curate and sell the artwork of university students to help them get a startup in the art industry.
4. Who were the winners in the NHP play-offs last night?
The winners of the NHP play-offs were the Rangers, Bruins, Penguins, Sharks, and Blues.
5. What would you like to do from the list of five this long weekend?
From this list, I would most like to go to 'What A Bloody Mess' at Grayduck Gallery.
6. Long Response
American ties with Russia are at an "all time low" as said by Trump. Due to recent investigations with Russian connections and the conflicts in Syria, our current ties are not looking very good. After meeting with Putin, our Secretary of State Rex Tillerson agrees with Trump on this. There has been a shift because of "divisions on Syria and other issues." The two countries are not getting along at all. Russia is trying to cut U.S. ties with Moscow. This will impact our country because we have many Russian immigrants in America and vice versa. Russia is also a very popular travel destination for americans. Overall, disagreements between the U.S. and Russia have made our relationship with them worse than ever before.
Sunday, April 9, 2017
Sports Current Event
1. Spurs win despite changes, page C8
2. Spurs win despite changes
3. The Mavericks played the Spurs and lost. The spurs continue to maintain their postseason reputation.
4. never leaving the bench, postseason streak, underdog, drafting
5. lone star, meaningless, longest, active, important, unexpected, potential
6. Recap- the story basically stated the highlights of the Mavericks vs Spurs game. It talked about players from both teams and their stats. The article also explained what this specific game would mean for the team in the long run.
7. This article describes certain players as lone stars, underdogs, or superstars.
2. Spurs win despite changes
3. The Mavericks played the Spurs and lost. The spurs continue to maintain their postseason reputation.
4. never leaving the bench, postseason streak, underdog, drafting
5. lone star, meaningless, longest, active, important, unexpected, potential
6. Recap- the story basically stated the highlights of the Mavericks vs Spurs game. It talked about players from both teams and their stats. The article also explained what this specific game would mean for the team in the long run.
7. This article describes certain players as lone stars, underdogs, or superstars.
Sports Exploration Activity
Research
1. Basketball
2. Golden State Warriors, Kevin Durant
3. Top 5 NBA teams:
Cavaliers, Celtics, Raptors, Wizards, Hawks
Summary
1. 66, 14 with two games left in the season
2. yes
3. Cleveland Cavaliers
4. You may not travel with the ball (hold it as you run), The object of the game is to get the ball through your net as many times as possible, You may not double dribble
5. Buzzer beater- a shot that is made within the last seconds of the game.
Breaking ankles- when an offensive player makes a quick maneuver to get away from a defensive player, often causing the defensive payer to trip.
Nothing but net- when a player makes a shot in basketball that goes through the hoop without touching the backboard or rim.
6. They'll be dancing in March- That team will do well during the annual March Madness basketball tournament
Athlete
1. Michael Jordan
2. birth place - Brooklyn, New York City, NY
3. school attended - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
4. teams played for - Bulls, Wizards
5. records set - scoring average NBA finals, regular season scoring average, points per game in playoffs, NBA scoring titles, most finals MVP, free throws made, total points, slam dunk contest winner, greatest basketball player of all time
1. Basketball
2. Golden State Warriors, Kevin Durant
3. Top 5 NBA teams:
Cavaliers, Celtics, Raptors, Wizards, Hawks
Summary
1. 66, 14 with two games left in the season
2. yes
3. Cleveland Cavaliers
4. You may not travel with the ball (hold it as you run), The object of the game is to get the ball through your net as many times as possible, You may not double dribble
5. Buzzer beater- a shot that is made within the last seconds of the game.
Breaking ankles- when an offensive player makes a quick maneuver to get away from a defensive player, often causing the defensive payer to trip.
Nothing but net- when a player makes a shot in basketball that goes through the hoop without touching the backboard or rim.
6. They'll be dancing in March- That team will do well during the annual March Madness basketball tournament
Athlete
1. Michael Jordan
2. birth place - Brooklyn, New York City, NY
3. school attended - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
4. teams played for - Bulls, Wizards
5. records set - scoring average NBA finals, regular season scoring average, points per game in playoffs, NBA scoring titles, most finals MVP, free throws made, total points, slam dunk contest winner, greatest basketball player of all time
Current Events #5.3
1. Please describe Senate Bill 576.
Senate Bill 576 states that employees at UT as well as student officers must officially report all accounts of sexual assault that they witnessed or were told about. If they do not, they could face jail time.
2. What is the name of the man who carried out the attack in London a couple of days ago?
The man who carried out the track in London was a 52 year old UK resident named Khalid Masood.
3.What did former governor Rick Perry say about the new student body president at the Texas A&M University?
Rick Perry said that the election wasn't honest because he was only elected after the original winner was cheated of his victory because of some small failure to report a campaign expense. Perry said that the lengths to make the gay student win wouldn't have been made had the student not been an open homosexual.
4.What is a 'death of despair' according to the article on page B6 "Study" White working class on skids"
A death of despair is a death related to suicide, drug overdose, or alcohol abuse.
5.Read the review of Power Rangers on page 32 of Austin 360. Do you want to go see the movie?
I don't want to see the new Power Rangers movie lol.
6. Long Response
A few weeks ago, a Hays High School student died in a car accident. She was driving around a big curve when a truck cut her off. In an attempt to stay on track, she sharply turned, which resulted in her car losing control and another car colliding with hers. Her loss has affected so much of the Hays and South Austin communities. This accident goes to show how important it is to always be 100% alert of your car and all other cars around you. New Texas drivers already go through a lengthy process to get their license, which includes a very detailed video on defensive driving. There isn't much more that officials can do to ensure safety on the roads, it's up to drivers to take responsibility and realize the risk they are putting everyone in when they drive wile distracted or drive offensively.
I have already taken drivers training. My test was definitely not an easy one either like most people say. I think that all cars, not only those owned by students or new drivers, should come with safety features to prevent using electronics while driving. And many cars nowadays are including special features like that. I think 16 is a good age to start being allowed to drive. I do believe, though, that the laws of not being allowed to use an electronic device while driving and the law of only having one other passenger in the car as a new driver should be enforced. The laws may seem like buzzkills, but they are so so important, especially with our city growing so fast and with so many new drivers on the road every day.
Senate Bill 576 states that employees at UT as well as student officers must officially report all accounts of sexual assault that they witnessed or were told about. If they do not, they could face jail time.
2. What is the name of the man who carried out the attack in London a couple of days ago?
The man who carried out the track in London was a 52 year old UK resident named Khalid Masood.
3.What did former governor Rick Perry say about the new student body president at the Texas A&M University?
Rick Perry said that the election wasn't honest because he was only elected after the original winner was cheated of his victory because of some small failure to report a campaign expense. Perry said that the lengths to make the gay student win wouldn't have been made had the student not been an open homosexual.
4.What is a 'death of despair' according to the article on page B6 "Study" White working class on skids"
A death of despair is a death related to suicide, drug overdose, or alcohol abuse.
5.Read the review of Power Rangers on page 32 of Austin 360. Do you want to go see the movie?
I don't want to see the new Power Rangers movie lol.
6. Long Response
A few weeks ago, a Hays High School student died in a car accident. She was driving around a big curve when a truck cut her off. In an attempt to stay on track, she sharply turned, which resulted in her car losing control and another car colliding with hers. Her loss has affected so much of the Hays and South Austin communities. This accident goes to show how important it is to always be 100% alert of your car and all other cars around you. New Texas drivers already go through a lengthy process to get their license, which includes a very detailed video on defensive driving. There isn't much more that officials can do to ensure safety on the roads, it's up to drivers to take responsibility and realize the risk they are putting everyone in when they drive wile distracted or drive offensively.
I have already taken drivers training. My test was definitely not an easy one either like most people say. I think that all cars, not only those owned by students or new drivers, should come with safety features to prevent using electronics while driving. And many cars nowadays are including special features like that. I think 16 is a good age to start being allowed to drive. I do believe, though, that the laws of not being allowed to use an electronic device while driving and the law of only having one other passenger in the car as a new driver should be enforced. The laws may seem like buzzkills, but they are so so important, especially with our city growing so fast and with so many new drivers on the road every day.
Lonestar Dispatch - News Evaluation #5
New leader takes first steps
Who: Mark Robinson
What: He will be Bowie's new principal
Where: Bowie HS
When: 2017-2018 school year
Why: He is replacing Mrs. Leos
How: He was appointed by the superintendent
Who was quoted: future principal Mark Robinson, LT superintendent Brad Lancaster, AP Amanda Toon, teacher Ruth Ann Widner, principal Susan Leos
Strongest Quote: last one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
Class of 2017 prom transforming into New York City
Who: senior class
What: preparing for prom
Where: Renaissance Hotel
When: May 2017
Why: Prom is a tradition that most seniors are looking forward to
How: lots of planning and helpers and money
Who was quoted: senior Bridget Alvarez, senior Carlyn Crow, class sponsor Deanna Delana, senior Lauren Noe
Strongest Quote: last one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
Sticking it to their competitors
Who: Girl's lacrosse team
What: the team bonded
Where: Bowie HS
When: this season
Why: a team member had health issues
How: they got through it together
Who was quoted: student Julia Krebs, student Luana Lopez, coach Jesse McCarthy, student Veronica Cruz, student Brianna Martinez, student Sam Lopez
Strongest Quote: last one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
Students tackle college auditions
Who: seniors at Bowie
What: auditioning for acting programs in college
Where: Bowie HS
When: spring semester
Why: they are following their passion
How: traveling around to different auditions
Who was quoted: senior Chloe Byars, senior Elizabeth Delgado-Savage, mother Veronica Delgado-Savage, senior Jackson Walker, mother Patti-Lynn Walker, senior Hunter Francisco
Strongest Quote: last one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
Betsy DeVos unfit to serve as U.S. secretary of Education
Who: Betsy DeVos
What: Bad pick for Trump's secretary of education
Where: The U.S.
When: February 2017
Why: She has no education background, dodges important issues, and her donations are her main backing for her supporters
How: Trump chose her rrrgggg
Who was quoted: none
Strongest Quote: none
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: statement
Bowie Officers, SRO's, and hall monitors: What exactly is their job?
Who: Elaine
What: her job
Where: Bowie HS
When: since Bowie opened
Why: students don't understand the depth of her job
How: she does more than dress code
Who was quoted: monitor Elaine McBrearty, teacher Kelly Tagle
Strongest Quote: last one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
Helping care for homeless pets
Who: junior Luisa Quinchia
What: helps take care of shelter animals
Where: Austin Pets Alive
When: beginning in March
Why: she loves helping the animals
How: volunteering at APA
Who was quoted: student Luisa Quinchia, mother Paola Quinchia, junior Seraya Vasquez
Strongest Quote: first one
Did the lead make me want to keep reading: yes
Conclusion: quote
1. My favorite photo is the paper is the photo of Chloe and Maddy in the story "Theatre springs into action"
1A. This is my favorite because it captures such a vulnerable and emotional moment between the two girls.
1B. fill the frame, simplicity, rule of thirds
2. My least favorite photo in this issue was the one of Officer Cheney on page A5.
2A. This is my least favorite because there is no purpose of the picture. It just looks like a low quality, awkwardly cropped picture of Officer Cheney to fill up empty space.
3. If I was a photographer I would have wanted to shoot The Laramie Project.
4. I would rate the photography a 7 out of 10. Out of 13 stories with photos, I only found 7 of the sets of photos interesting. The photos I did like, however, were very well shot and interesting. The high points were the moments of action captured and the emotion. The low points were the photos of people just standing and not doing anything important. A photo should have a purpose, not just be a space filler.
Thursday, April 6, 2017
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