Loma Linda Academy Newszine | Established 1940s | Volume 81 Issue 3| Jan./Feb. 2014
Photos By: Shawn Weerawardana
*Editor and Chief* Shawn Weerawardana *Reporters* Julian Aveling Abryana Gittens Joyce Zhang Elijah Hichkman
*Publisher* Robert Skorez *Sponsor* Danelle Taylor Johnston *Contact* Loma Linda Acedemy 10656 Anderson St. Loma Linda CA 92354 Mirror@lla.org
Stress is causing some students to break under pressure
F
ebruary is here and with it rolls in a new semester. For some of us
tough, but being a student in Loma
that feeling of just not feeling good
Linda Academy, I think, is even
enough after that semester ends.
tougher. The culture here at LLA is
Rather than proudly showing your
all about the competitive nature, to
parents your grades, you have to
be that much better than the next
somehow find a way to intercept
person. I’m not going to say that
the mail. You are not alone.
I know the situation you’re going
All I can say to help maybe
through, I’m not going to say that I
is this: we as students, need to
know three easy steps to fix all your
want to succeed. Whatever your
stresses. However I will reassure you
definition of success is, strive for
that means a fresh start. For some it is a chance to continue their success. What I know about the atmosphere at Loma Linda Academy, is that so many more of you are still dwelling on how “bad” you did last semester, and how it’s going to be so hard to bring up your grades, and stressing about how your parents are mad at you because you had gotten a sub-par grade. Or, you may even be thinking “My GPA is ruined, so such and such
that you are not alone. You aren’t the only
feel like you’ve made your parents
freaking out that you
proud. I challenge you to strive
ended a class with a B.
for YOUR success this semester—
You aren’t the only one
not other’s meanings of success.
in themselves. You are not the only one
college won’t even consider me.” Being a student in high school is
math grade to an A, or maybe its to
one whose parents are
who is disappointed
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that. Whether it’s bringing that
who stayed up all night to ace that final, but it just wasn’t enough. A lot of the students here at LLA go through the same things—
T
hat is the mantra that Kate Lewis, Loma Linda Academy
Biology teacher, used to accomplish something incredible in 2013. She made her New Year’s resolution to run thirteen half-marathons, 13.1 miles, in the year 2013. By being dedicated and working hard, Lewis was able to achieve her goal.
the race, others texted and emailed
on a Sunday morning does not sound
their support, some waited at the
fun to me, ever! Also, sometimes I
finish line, met me at random mile
get bored around mile 7-8 and it
markers to cheer or drove me to/
is hard to keep running, but I just
from races and fed me afterwards!”
had to put one foot in front of the
Running has taught Lewis a lot.
other and keep heading towards the
She said it taught her to “persevere
finish line, even if I was walking.”
through tough times.” She said it
As the new year starts, Lewis plans to keep running. She has
Before the beginning of
plans to maybe do another half
2013, Lewis had already run
marathon in February, a 5K,
several half-marathons, two
and a Tough Mudder, which is
marathons which is 20.2 miles,
a 10-12 mile obstacle race in
one sprint triathlon, a few 5ks
March, and maybe a marathon
and other races. She has done
in September in Hawaii.
races in California, Washington,
Lewis and one of her friends
Oregon, Nevada and Hawaii.
made a plan to run a marathon
Lewis said she, “started
on each of the main islands in
[running] in 2010 when my
Hawaii. They ran one on Oahu
sister, Jane, convinced me to start running, so we could train for events simultaneously, even though I was in Hawaii and she was in Seattle, Washington.” She said they would “talk about how our training was going and meet up for the races somewhere for vacation... my first half marathon was with her in Oregon in June 2010.” Family and friends played a role in keeping Lewis motivated. “My family and many friends encouraged and supported me through the year. Some ran with me during
in 2010, one on Kauai in 2011, also gave her “the courage to try
and in 2014 they are planning to
new things and go to new places.”
do one on Maui. After that, all they
She has learned that “the only limits
will have left is the Big Island. She
are those we place on ourselves.”
is also hoping to get involved in
After all, it was not always easy. Lewis has had to travel a lot to meet her goals, which even meant she drove to San Francisco for a weekend. She has faced some challenges in her experience. Lewis said, “Waking up early on the weekends for the races was really hard for me. I am not a morning person! Waking up at 4 AM
training for triathlon again soon.
J
ake Strauss, a junior at Loma Linda Academy, is no stranger to the school community. He is an active leader in his class as well as the center for the
school’s flag football team. Yet one talent he may be best known for is his ability to bake. Jake has been baking for about three years now and has developed a real talent for it. His speciality is cake pops which are basically cakes on a stick. He has even made a business out of selling his confections. Jake is very proud of what he does and in turn takes pride in the products of his works. He can create a pop for just about any occasion and to add to that he makes everything from scratch. When asked what got him started he said, “It kinda started when my sister wanted to make cake pops for a party one day and we tried, but they turned out awful. So I tried again later and they came out pretty good.” Along the way he has perfected his craft and is very successful because of it. To see some more of his creations go to Jake’s website at, www.jakestreats.weebly.com.
I
n 2013 among an emergence of new clubs, one club has
stood out from the others. The Robotics Club, or RoboRunners. Heidi Elssmann, club founder, said, “There are robotics teams across the nation competing in the LEGO First Teach Challenge (FTC). Every year, the teams are all given a specific job for their robot to do. Each team designs, builds, and then programs the robot to accomplish the task. The teams then compete against each other to determine who has the best
pick up as many blocks as possible
in the ranks. Hopefully we are able
method of accomplishing the goal.”
and deposit them in a basket on a
to get more students into the club in
pendulum. Then the robot must drive
future years. With the knowledge we
hopes to accomplish important things
up a ramp, extend its arms, and do a
learn during this years competitions
this year, saying “Our goal this year
pull-up on a bar, and raise a flag. All
will help us get prepared faster to
is to get a solid understanding of the
these things are done through servos
compete in earlier competitions and
design elements and programming,
and motors that control the parts.”
eventually the championships.”
Elssmann also said that the club
so that we can perform better for
At the time of printing the
Christian Lott (12) said, “At the
Mirror, the team was schedule to
beginning of the year it was a bit
compete in the Los Angeles First
slow, but we realize now we need each
at the exhibition for the Seventh-
Tech Challenge on February 9. Most
other to be able to be successful.”
day Adventist schools in Sacramento
tournaments are on Sabbath, and
on January 26, 2014.
it is difficult to find tournaments
future years’ competitions.” The club attended a competition
Tori Hiatt (12), project manager, said “It [the competition] was a lot
on Sundays, but this one is. Jonathan Thomas (12) said, “We
of hard work. There were a lot of
hope we do well on the competition
changes to our robot, but overall it
and everything goes well. We hope to
was a great learning experience.”
learn more about FTC for next year.”
Rang Kim (11), said the trip
Elssmann said, “I am excited
helped to unite them and helped
about the future of this club. Since
them “work together as a team.”
there is a new challenge every year,
The task for robots this year
the students will always be pushed
Elssmann said is for the robot “to
to their fullest and new kids can join
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you next year.”
You’re my role model.” To: Kristina Hall
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“Thanks for always making
“Thanks for the memories
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and the inside jokes.”
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out to tell you how much I care
“You’re a silly little Goblin!”
“You’re one of my best friends, and
about you. So “hello” there, and
you’re so chill. Thanks for always
I shall talk to you later.”
being here for me! Stay golden.” To: Sarah Pan, Cheryl Wang, Sarah Farris, Yasmine Siagian From: Ashley Leeper “I love you guys!”
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To: LLA Boys Varsity Soccer
From: Samantha G.
From: Nicholas Putrasahan
“You are so cool, and sweet.
“What a special
You are nice to everyone and I am Happy to be your friend.”
piece of soccer!”
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“YOU’RE SO
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and I love spending time with you!”
and very unique style.” To: Grant Ratanna From: Scott Simus “You rock Grant!” To: Marina Shenouda From: Alexa Shenouda “Thanks for being there for me when I needed you and thanks for being the best big sister EVER! Love ya!” To: Coda, Aaron, Adam, Zane, Ian,
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“Very good kid, smart and humble. Creative genius
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To: All of my [Moriah Perkins’] friends! From: Moriah Perkins “Love all of you for supporting me and listening to me through all of my trials & joys. May God bless you through this school year and beyond! God has given me a gift through each of your friendships, and knowing you has given me much joy; love you all, Moriah.”
From: Lindsey Redfield “Shout out to Kayla because you are just the coolest! I love you sister!” To: Marcelo Desia From: Kyra Church You are extremely talented and so fun to talk to! Have a great day! To: Rubydeb Ramirez,
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Hannah Quijano From: Cierra Mendoza Butler
Etienne, Jacob, Harley, Ethan
friends. So blessed to call you my
Goyne, Austin, Jeffrey
besties! Thank you for all the love and
you guys, I thank God for
support you’ve given me this year.
your very existence!
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“Every time I think of
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Remembering Gordon Day 1949-2014
A
s students entered the Loma Linda Academy (LLA) campus on January 30, the flag flew at half staff, honoring the memory of the beloved Gordon Day, long-serving junior high principal, who passed away the evening before. Family, students and colleagues alike have been devastated by his loss and remember him for his compassion to students, his love of his family and his faith in God. Day was a principal of the junior high campus for almost 14 years, from ‘95-’99, and again from ‘04-’14. He dedicated his life to education, working at six different Adventist schools, including one in Guam. “Mr. Day was dedicated, hard-working and devoted to the students,” said Carol Brink, junior high U.S. history teacher. Mark Bradford, junior high physical education director, agreed, “When I think about Mr. Day, I think about the love he had for the students.” That love has spanned generations of students. Current high school students who attended the Loma Linda Academy Junior High School, have countless stories of his personal positive impact on their lives. “I’ve never heard anyone talk bad about Mr. Day,” Andrew Kim (11) said. When Paul Nawar (11) was in eighth grade his bike—his only mode of transportation—was stolen from campus. Day promised he would buy Nawar a new bike. Though Nawar protested, Day insisted and spent two weeks finding the perfect bike. “The new bike was ten times as nice as the one I had,” Nawar said. He still uses the bike. “I plan to keep it for forever,” Nawar said. “[Mr. Day] always put others
before himself. He always did that. He touched everyone in a different way.” Always approachable, Day would hang out with his students, sometimes joining them in basketball games— once even ripping his pants while playing. The incident only made him all the more human to his students. He had a sense of humor and liked to lift the spirits of his students. Lynne Hattendorf, high school guidance counselor, remembers how “Day would drive the ‘limousine golf cart’ filled with kids all over the
Gordon and Patty Day at the JH girl’s retreat.
campus […]. The kids had a blast.” Chloe Roda (7) is but one that remembers him doing this even at night. “He was a really good principal and you could tell that he loved his job.” Even when disciplining students, Day had a way of correcting while still encouraging. Pere-re Herd (8) said, “Whenever I got in trouble, he was always on my side.” This quality placed Day in the position to make the difference at pivotal moment and helped students strive to do better. He loved and cared for his students as his own children. Day would work one-on-one with students after school to help them with
their academic performance. He would keep track of how each student was doing and intervene when needed. “He really cared about his students. He helped me with my grades and encouraged me to do better,” said Chloe Cucenca (10). This compassion and encouragement is echoed by numerous students. “He is the reason I passed junior high and am not in public school,” Ariel Rocha (10) said. Parents recognized how special his influence has been on their children’s lives. Thomas Contreras, parent and LLA security officer, said, “Mr. Day is the most important person I have known. There are not enough words to express what he did for our eighth grader.” Teachers noticed as well. “Gordon was a genuine individual who loved the school so much. In the thirteen years that we worked together, I was blessed to have witnessed his love and compassion for the students as well as the staff,” said Julie Khoury, junior high math and physical science teacher. Jeremy Morado, choir director, said “His dedication to service and his care for students have and always will be an inspiration to myself and to many others.” Day lifted up his colleagues. Elizabeth Muñoz, registrar and junior high vice principal, said, “I could come to him to talk about anything, and he would listen.” “I appreciated how he was always looking for ways to help his staff improve. He was very supportive of us in our pursuit for continuing education,” Khoury said. Day’s workdays extended into extra-curricular activities, where he
Photos courtesy of the junior high
is remembered for his behind-the scenes hard work in school activities that spilled over to high school events. Hannah Young, administrative assistance in the advancement office said, “When Gordon Day’s name is mentioned, the first thing that comes to my mind is how hardworking and helpful he was. He was someone who always could be counted on.” “Mr. Day was an outstanding supporter of the music department,” said Gio Santos, band director. “I enjoyed watching him after concerts and during concerts, as I could see how proud he was of the students. He even conducted the Junior High Wind Ensemble during one of our concerts. Mr. Day would stay with me to help clean up the gym after concerts, sometimes for more than two hours.” “It was all work; that is how he showed love,” said Doug Herrmann, K-12 head principal. Day has left his imprint on part of the physical campus as well. He was instrumental in the development and construction planning of the junior high gym, dedicated on August 27, 2010, and the junior high and high school library, which opened November 4, 2013. Day “developed most of the floor plans for the new library,” industrial arts teacher, Jay Linthicum said. Rose Anjejo, 7-12 librarian, called Day “a man of his words.” She appreciates his dedication and work that helped create the space for the library after its move from Franz Hall.
Day’s compassionate character was most evident in his love of his family. Gordan Day was married to his beloved wife Patty, LLA high school registrar, for twenty years. “He always used to come in and say ‘Hello Mrs. Day!’ and she used to whisper back, ‘Hello Mr. Day.’ He used to come in and say the sweetest things to her, constantly calling her beautiful. He was just such a sweet and kind person,” remembers Vanessa Quintana, K-12 school receptionist. “When the high school yearbook was dedicated to Mrs. Day. Mr. Day came over to the chapel and waited in the back with her holding her hand until the announcement was made. She wondered at the time why he was there,” Diane Bradley said. Day’s loving nature with his family is also seen in his love of Christ. It was Day’s goal to help connect students to God so they could discover the love he had found in Christ. “Gordon was ever the advocate for the power and importance of prayer for students,” Scott Guptill, director of communication and marketing, said. “He lived a life of service.” Kaitlyn Etzweiler (9) said Day was “a perfect representation of what Christians strived to be.” Day was crucial to the ongoing success of Bible Camp, an event that he was part of for more than two decades. Herrmann said, “When schools in the education department took over the planning of the Bible conference in 1992, Gordon quickly became involved
in the leadership of the program,” then working as principal at Orangewood Adventist Academy. “Gordon did all the work, Doug Mace was up front and, I was just the figurehead,” Herrmann said. Day believed in the power of Bible Camp so much he helped start a Bible Camp for junior high students in 2004. “Mr. Day has been a consistent figure in junior high Bible Camp,” said Erick Penick, associate youth director for Southeastern Californian Conference. Yami Bazan, founder of the junior high Bible Camp, said she will miss Day’s “giant heart.” Day was passionate about Bible Camp because, “It was such a powerful time for kids to commit to Jesus Christ. It was the focus of everything he wanted in education,” Herrmann said. “I think Mr. Day embodied grace,” Dominique Townsend (12) said. Day will be deeply missed. His positive influence on his students, colleagues and family is immeasurable. As Contreras said, “There is no day like Mr. Day.” Day leaves behind many loved ones: his wife Patty, daughters Gina Johnson, Robyn Juarez, grandchildren Brooke Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Isabella Vasquez, father Clyde Day, and his siblings, Julie Day, Andy Day and wife Timbre, and Jeff Day.
Weather conditions cause
No matter the reason, the
to why a set uniform is instituted,
students to resent the uniforms even
enforcement of the dress code has
and there are reasons as to why
more than they already do, thus
caused problems, not only with
there has been little change to it.
causing students to improvise.
the students who deal with it, but
At Loma Linda Academy, the
also the teachers who enforce it.
When asked what the importance of the dress code was, Mark Holm,
There are some students,
vice principal said, “I think it has had
pants, along with other variations,
however, who really do not mind
an important impact on three levels.
are no stranger to its students.
the dress code and uniforms. Some
First, as a school I believe there is a
students consider it something that
unifying effect for our student body.
there needs to be a change in the
makes life easier. Nick Gonzaga
Uniforms help us identify as a school
dress code and, or the uniform.
(11) said, ”We have a set wardrobe,
family and it brings us together.
Some students feel the uniforms
so instead of worrying about how
On that same level there is a sense
are outdated and not ideal for
much more different you are than
of purpose that we model with our
the varying Southern California
the next person, you can worry
uniform, that we are here to learn,
weather. Some students also feel
about something more important.”
that we value taking pride in what
burgundy polos and the khaki
However, many feel as though
as though the regulations on
Some do not mind the dress
we wear and that it looks good.
dress code have become a little
code at all, but feel an update in the
“Secondly, safety is at issue.
over the top in recent years.
uniforms is in order instead. Rachel
We want to be able to identify LLA
Barlow (10) said, “I don’t mind the
students quickly in the event of an
there is room for change in the dress
rules on what and how we wear
emergency. Finally, on a individual
code and uniforms. On the opposite
what we wear, but its the things that
level, our dress code gives students
side of things, others feel as though
we have to wear that bother me.”
the opportunity to focus on their
Regardless to why, many feel
a uniform should stay uniform
The uniforms have not had a
school work and allows students
major update since 2005. That is
to feel safe on campus. It takes the
almost a decade of the same uniform.
pressure off a student who feels
dress code, some students make
So, it is understandable as to why
that they need to dress in “current
it by wearing what will keep
some students would want a change.
fashion” to fit in with other people.”
them comfortable. Whether it be
Riley Myers (11) a junior who left
sweatpants under skirts and shorts,
the school this school year and now
to some students that teachers are
sweaters under sweaters, or off-
goes to AB Miller High School in
cracking down with no regards
brand shorts, it seems as though
Fontana said, “Its so much more
for the weather. But it may be
students will go to any length to
chill to not have uniforms and its so
the students who have no regard
keep up with the weather. Or is it
much more comfortable to wear what
for the dress code? Students have
simply just a fashion statement?
you want.” But there are reasons as
been seen wearing non-True Grits
and should be instituted as such. Simply disregarding the
In regards to outerwear, it seems
sweaters and jackets and even gone
The dress code states, “Uniforms
private so they won’t be embarrassed.
to the length of wearing sweats
should be in good condition and
“But I do want to send the
under shorts and skirts, and in turn
worn properly with appropriate
message that we have an expectation
they have gotten dress coded. If it
accessories.” Things happen and
that students will wear True Grits
is too cold and or too hot, what
clothes get ruined, and people
at school. One of the facts of life is
are the students supposed to do?
grow out of them. So if something
learning how to live with rules and
like this does happen students are
having a positive relationship with
many of the students is the sheer
forced to buy uniforms again to
people we work with. I love the
width that the True Grits sells their
comply with the dress code.
fact that teens question rules, they
One of the problems among
pants at, not to mention the price.
Yet there are benefits to having a
question everything. I think that is
The issue, for some, is that if you buy
uniform, and consequently keeping
a very admirable quality. Knowing
these pants you would have to get
that uniform consistent throughout
why we have a uniform policy and
them tailored which would cost even
the years. It keeps the students safe.
that there are legitimate reasons for it
more added to the total price of the
It promotes school unity, relieves
means that we care about our school
purchase. Also, in Southern California
peer pressure, encourages neatness.
and we want it to be a positive place.
weather it is not even ideal to buy
Like Nick Gonzaga said, in some
I truly believe that our current policy
pants in the first place. Thus students
aspects of it, having a set wardrobe
contributes to a positive atmosphere
have to endure the weather because
is easier than standing out. This
on campus. I am okay with those
of the reluctance to buy the pants.
is what the uniforms promote.
who believe differently than I do. I
The cost of the uniforms seems to
For the most part, students at
am open to discussion and input.
be a major contribution to the dislike.
least try to accept it as something that
I hope students will always ask
Josef Wright (12) said, “The uniforms
is in their best interest, and comply
why we have our policies. That is
are breaking the bank for something
with the uniform and dress code.
part of the process of evaluating
we only wear to school.” The cost of
Hold said this to legitimately
pants, shorts, and skirts are close to
frustrated students, “I get that there
$40.00 each. The cost of shirts and
are frustrations. I don’t want to make
various outerwear are up to about
students feel like they are getting
$30.00. Not to mention that many of
randomly singled out or picked
the items do not exactly fit all body
on for no reason. I try to use a lot
types, alterations have to be made,
of grace and understanding with
thus leading it to cost more. Most
students. I always ask why they are
students just find themselves reusing
out of uniform. I never jump to
uniforms from junior high all the way
conclusions or try and make them
until they are a senior in high school.
feel small. I try and talk to them in
their effectiveness,” Holm said.
Let’s talk about new year’s resolution first.
E
very year people reset their resolution that they have
planned overtime, but then give up after a while. The new year’s resolutions range. Joy Wilson’s
Sivers suggests that “Telling someone
to stop at anytime. The result turned
your goals makes them less likely to
out to be that those who announced
happen.” Normally people won’t get
their goals gave up after 33 minutes
satisfied if they don’t actually do the
on average and said that they are
work, but when they announce their
closer to accomplish their goals,
plans in a public occasion, they feel
while the others kept working the
that the work is already done because
whole time and felt that they still
their friends have acknowledged
have “a long way to go,” Sivers said.
it. This sense of satisfaction put them into a less-motivated status.
Shirley Pan (12) shared her experience
good grade in Chemistry.”
of working hard to achieve certain
Whereas Gerald Cheng (11)
goals. “Sometimes I get very tired
said, “Keep fit for badminton.”
for schoolwork, so I reward myself
However, what most people do is to
a little bit and have a rest, but
come up with a study plan or weight-
eventually I will try to catch up and
losing schedule, stick on them for a
keep pace with my plans,” said Pan.
couple weeks, and just give up. So the problem is, how to be persistent? The typical advice is to tell somebody one’s goals. According to “7 Easy Ways to Keep Your New Year’s Resolution” by Jen Kim with others increases your sense of responsibility to meet your objectives,” since nobody wants to let others down. In this way, People turn their goals into “a social effort.” However, Derek Sivers shares that this may not always work in his short speech “Keep Your Goals to Yourself ” from the video posted on TED.com.
to tell your resolutions, but what matters most is the effort you take.
(12)resolution was to, “Get a
from Psychology Today, “Sharing
It is your own choice whether
Sivers noted a a test conducted by Peter Gallwitzer in 2009 stood in the same position. All 163 participants wrote down their goals that can be achieved in a small time scale. Sivers said, “Half of [participants] announced their commitment to their goals and half didn’t.” The conductor gave everyone 45 minutes to work and told them that it’s fine
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L
ocated in the heart of Redlands on the corner of 5th Street and Redlands Blvd., a new chocolate
shop has opened its doors. Upon hearing of this, the LLA Mirror staff immediately dispatched a reporter to investigate. On arriving, Julian Aveling, reporter, was greeted by two friendly receptionists who displayed carefully made individual chocolates of several different flavors. After making a selection and completing the purchase, Aveling soon enough returned to the the sprawling office campus of the Mirror. Here, the purchased chocolate was sampled by the impatient-andhungry-for-chocolate Mirror staff. Abryana Gittens expressed her opinion that, “The coffee flavor was very intense. It’s not regular chocolate that can be eaten on the go like Snickers or Kit-Kats. It’s a chocolate that is also about the “experience.” Elijah Hickman and Joyce Leyin Zheng focused more on the chocolate itself than the experience. Zheng said, “All the chocolates have very rich texture and strong flavor. My favorite flavor is lemon because the combination of the mild sweet from the lemon and the pure dark chocolate creates a perfect balance.” Hickman added, “The chocolate flavors were really strong. It was a taste I haven’t tasted before; it was super bitter, but it also had a little sweet to it. If you are a dark chocolate lover, you will love this chocolate.” Overall, most of the Mirror staff expressed the opinion that the chocolate was not for simply snacking and it would likely not be enjoyed tremendously by small children or immature people. However, if one eats slowly, savoring flavors and not munching and chomping, the chocolate is good indeed.
Written by Julian Aveling. Opinions expressed are of the Mirror Staff
Every Tuesday from 5:00 pm to approximately 7:00pm the city of Loma Linda has a farmers market on Anderson
The
annual
Street just down from the Bank of America. There are
k-12 assemble
a mix of vendors from hummus, fresh bread, fruit and
was on January 24.
vegetables, arts and craft, to ethnic food eateries.
Many students were in shock when they came back from Christmas break to see that Franz Hall had been completely torn down when they were away. While the demolition had been planned since last year, they found it surprising to see only a pile of rubble and some stairs left of the venerable building.
Where does the money go that we pay for detation and when are cell phones get taking away? All fines go into a Principal’s discretionary account that is managed by the business office and audited by the conference office. That means there is oversight for money that comes in and goes out. Typically we use this money to fund
The 2013 90-Sec video contest winners:
special needs for individual students who may need
First place: Daniel Mirasol
assistance for various reasons – textbooks,
Second place: Josh Sihotang
uniforms etc.
and Jason Frias.
Demolition Photos by Michael Johnson
1963 from the Lomasphere
November 2013 by Danelle Taylor Johnston
January 2014 by Danelle Taylor Johnston
Photos by: Michael Johnson
Check This Out.
T
alented students in Sara Gillespie’s Drawing and
Painting class worked hard this past semester to create beautiful works of art. Here are just a few pieces of work created by these students.