Volume 3, Issue 6
Friday, June 8, 2012
THE GRIZZLY GAZETTE
Senior Edition
RANKIN’S FINAL ROAR
After overseeing nearly 65,000 students
and working for 39 years in the educational
field, Principal Greg Rankin has decided to retire
from Santa Ana Unified School District and
Godinez Fundamental High School.
Rankin held multiple administrative
positions in the district. He began like most,
teaching students at Carr Intermediate and after
7 years he became assistant principal at 2 different schools, John Muir and Monte Vista Elementary. Shortly after, he became principal and
established his career which would last 29 years
and would leave his print at five different Santa
Ana schools: Willard, Lathrop, Villa, Century
and Godinez.
Having accomplished so many things it
was a surprise to many when he announced his
retirement. When interviewed Rankin stated, “I had
talked a lot about it for a while with my family and
it wasn’t a surprise to them.”
Working for 39 years, Rankin has gained
more than experience and has learned plenty from
each of the 5 schools where he has been principal.
BY DANIEL BERNAL
Rankin mentioned “I have enjoyed all the
schools where I have worked at, but Godinez
is an outstanding school. The staff works together like a team which helps the school feel
welcoming and strong. I enjoy how dedicated
the students are and how they always achieve
the expectations.”
Girls’ athletic director Lisa Treen
states, “I am especially grateful for his support with athletics.” While English department head Chris Lammers said she is “better
for having known him and he encouraged us
to go beyond our wildest dreams of education
Now he’ll have time to read the paper. (Photo courtesy of
in Santa Ana.”
Danielle Flores)
Staying active, improving his golf
“Opening 2 new schools both Godinez and Villa has
game and traveling will replace his routine
been one of the major highlights in my career beof dealing with meetings, parent conferences and
cause most people don’t get the chance to do that.”
monitoring overcrowded lunch lines.
“I enjoy knowing that students have suc
Godinez is proud to have had such
ceeded and that we have helped students get the
an amazing individual open this school and have
education they need and receive plenty of opportuit be recognized by many. There will always be a
nities.”
place here for him and his legacy will live on.
When asked what he liked about Godinez,
Scholarships
BY JAMILAH HOSAN
With over 20 seniors receivI’m hoping to pursue that in college.
ing more than an estimate of $50,000
I was planning to be in engineering
in scholarships a year for four years
as well but that could change.” exgeneralizing to an amount of $4
claimed Santos, “I feel really...well,
million dollars, almost double of the
I didn’t think I was going to get this
money given to the Class of ‘11, there
much in scholarships, so yeah, I’m
is no wonder why more than roughly
excited”.
6 percent of students will be flying
Not only are these soon to be grads
out of state to attend college.
receiving huge cash, but seven
“I’m really sad I have to let
Lady Grizzlies were each given a
high school go, but I’m also excited
scholarship worth $1,000 each and
to start college,” said senior Karen
a new Apple ipad 2 on May 9, 2012,
Patricio, attending Cornell University
from the Women’s League of Santa
in the fall, “...high school is just a
Ana.
stepping stone to where I really want
In addition, seven more Grizzlies
to go”
both male and female received
Patricio, is one of many Godi$1,000 from the prestigious Hisnez seniors receiving more money in
panic Education Endowment Fund
scholarship funds to attend an out-of(HEEF) and 56 scholarships were
state college instead of in-state. As
awarded to seniors who will be
magical as it may sound you don’t
attending Santa Ana College this
ROP Scholarship recipients (Photo courtesy of Chester Maharaj)
need to be Harry Potter or have an
fall compared to five scholarships
awesome wand for this trick, but it does
awarded the previous year. Whoah!
“I’m in NHS, CSF and Key Club, but I’ve
involve hitting the books (not literally, but metaWhen
do
these
Grizzlies stop?
learned that it’s not just grades, it’s also about helpphorically. Seriously don’t hit your books...they
Grizzlies whether: nerdy, athletic, artsy,
ing your community.” Patricio added, “I think once cost money!), a dash of motivation and a big heap- I started high school I wanted to do it for me. It
and all the above have not been ignored, but only
ing bowl of passion.
embraced. What ever the passion may be counselwasn’t about impressing my parents anymore.”
As the scholarship website Zinch.com
ors, staff, family, and friends are here to help! Lit
In fact, not only are these students and
would say, “I am more than a test score!” and stuerally, it’s kind of their job.Take advantage of the
more to follow impressing their parents, some and
dents schoolwide who might not have even heard
opportunities, log off Facebook for a bit and start
in fact most, happen to be the first to mark history
of the common quote have definitely proven so.
making yourself look good. Not with make-up or
in their family by being the first to attend college,
“One of the major reasons my university selected
nice hair, but with a little less procrastinating and
let alone a top notch university.
me was because of my volunteer work for The
Giovanny Santos, a first generation college a little more concentrating. Goodbye seniors, Good
Walk for Autism,” said senior Jasmin Nunez atLuck continuing Grizzlies! and congratulations to
student in his family will be attending Denison
tending University of Rochester.
all!
College in Ohio this upcoming fall. “I’m an artist,
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Where are your fellow Seniors
going next year?
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Gummy Bear
Go to Page 3
Check Out Prom!
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Volume 3, Issue 6
TUFTS:
Edgar Pedroza
College Bound 2012
ALLEGHENY:
Francisco Quezada
Eduardo Ramos
CORNELL:
Karen Patricio
CONNECTICUT:
Carolina Pallares
Eduardo Araujo
Fara Rodriguez
Krystal Moreno
BRANDEIS:
David Rodriguez
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE:
Samantha Garduno
MIDDLEBURY:
Viviana Altamirano
UNION:
Rodolfo Santana
DENISON:
Gissel Segovia
Alejandro Garnica
Javier Rodriguez
Claudio Sanchez
Ashley Cervantes
PRINCETON:
Ana Maldonado
CAL STATE EAST BAY:
Mayra Ramirez
Anthony Herrera
CAL STATE SAN
FRANCISCO:
Elizabeth Turcios
Marlene Rodríguez
Daniel Arroyo
UC SANTA CRUZ:
Jocelyn Monroy
CAL POLY SAN
LUIS OBISPO:
David Avila
UC MERCED:
Irvin Garcia
Monica Molina
UC SANTA BARBARA:
Mayra Esqueda
Cindy Agular
Yulis Guzman
Ivan Hernandez
SANTA ANA COLLEGE:
Jose Alvarado
Yvette Lopez
Ramiro Alverez
Vivian Luna
Ruben Alvarez
Jessica Marquez
Kelsey Arroyo
Jose Martinez
Alan Cendejas
Kenia Martin
Mariely Chavez
Teryn Matila
Mayra Chavez
Erik Mendonza
Jonathan Cortez
Ricardo Menendez
Cecilia Cruz
Xavier Morales
Cyndie Diaz
Jacob Moreno
Emery Dominguez
Juan Moreno
Zadi Escobar
Christian Ocampo
Adriana Estrada
Julio Olivera
Walter Estrada
Luz Maria Orozco
Antonio Evaristo
Ramon Ortega
Natalie Garcia
Grabiela Ortiz
Itzayana Gomez
Natalie Pontanillo
Arnold Gonzalez
Jennifer Rivera
Hugo Gonzalez
Miguel Robles
Randy Gonzalez
Gilberto Rodarte
Monica Gutierrez
Emilio Rodriguez
Jose Guerra
Emily Rodriguez
Michael Guerra
Raul Rodriguez
Angel Guzman
Marisela Roman
Walter Guzman
Alberto Rubio
Guillermo Hernandez
Claudia Tapia
Michelle Hernandez
Yuliana Tellez
Wendy Hernandez
Rebecca Terrones
Samantha Herrera
Leticia Valencia
Christina Lopez
Christopher Vera
Mary Lopez
Maria Zuniga
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ORANGE
COAST COLLEGE:
Stephanie Albino
Fausto Ambriz
Giselle Balderas
Mindy Baltazar
Abraham Carranza
Aundrea Colunga
Milagro Coreas
Rudy Cortes
Jessica Gallordo
Stephanie Heng
Ruby Hernandez
Aimee Ibarra
CONCORDIA:
Stephanie Santiesteban
Alex Hernandez
Juan Fuentes
Diego Maldonado
Rogelio Martinez
Erick Mescato
Jacky Ramirez
Josie Ramirez
Eunice Rivera
William Ready
Rodrigo Rodriguez
Jesus Rosales
Isaiah Valencia
Olimar Vega
Edgar Velasco
Daniel Veneros
Patricia Vidal
LA VERNE:
Jessica Reeves
SANTIAGO CANYON COLLEGE:
Samuel Munoz
Vanesa Verduzco
ARIZONA STATE
UNIVERSITY:
Selina Olaiz-Prawl
Ernie Jimenez
GEORGETOWN:
Jesus Gonzalez
ROCHESTER:
Jasmin Nunez
Jose A. Ramirez
MILITARY:
Marlene Gonzalez- Marines
Brian Parga- Marines
Alyssa Magalian- Navy
Edgar Fuentes- National Guard
Kenia Guevara - Marines
Luis Arevalo - Marines
CAL STATE FULLERTON:
Kikey Ramos
Jesse Bridge
Marco Cruz
Demi Salazar
Jarely Melchar
Anakaren Gutierrez
Jamie Llanos
Jessica Alcocer
Andrea Rodriguez
Vanessa Morgan
Jessica Amigon
Karina Perez
Moises Gomez
Jorge Moran
Aundrea Avalos
Leopoldo Garcia
Jose Rico
Ernesto Munoz
Hector Vergara
Enoc De La Cruz
Christian Salgado
Willie Martinez
Luis Mendoza
Danny Popoca
Kyle Ornelas
Maria Santos
Alejandra Hernandez
Patsy Agular
Gaby Mora
Freddy Rojas
Andrea Cuiris
Bianca Ramos
Melissa Gomez
Adriana Garcia
Miriam Martinez
Ana Ruiz
Pamela Lares
Vanessa Castro
Elizabeth Hernandez
Jennifer Medina
Marlyne Guerrero
Dan Aguilar
Jamie Manzo
Jonathan Chontal
Mirely Gonzalez
Frank Robles
Kimberly Rodas
Liliana Romero
Zuleyma Valera
Natalie Castro
Jasmine Perez
Denise Martinez
Ricky Almaraz
Jessica Alvarez
Jordan Cano
Pamela Lares
Aidet Moreno
Samantha Plascencia
Josiah Zamarron
Sergio Matias
POMONA:
Jacqueline Fernandez
Vincente Robles
SAN ANTONIO
COLLEGE:
Ana Mendoza
VANGUARD:
Nancy Escareno
Cristian Gonzalez
George S. Flores
MORENO VALLEY COLLEGE:
Brenda Morales
CAL STATE LONG
BEACH:
Tim Kent
Francisco Flores
Cristal Vergara
RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Jose Diaz
CAL STATE SAN
BERNADINO:
Sandra Carrasco
CAL STATE LOS ANGELES:
Arierli Valerio
UC LOS ANGELES:
Josh Gonzalez
Annalise Morgan
Sandra Parra
Jessica Sanchez
Lan Tran
CHAPMAN:
Jesse Diaz
AnthonyRamirez
Hugo Flores
UC RIVERSIDE:
Marlene Martinez
Janet Morales
Paul Hernandez
Vanessa Flores
Luis Lona
CAL STATE DOMINGUEZ HILLS:
Martin Guerra
Ricardo LizarragaOchoa
Laura Chavez
Lizet Garrido
Marcela Arroyo
UC IRVINE:
Kenia Torres
Mariana Ochoa
Andy Truong
Lilly Ramirez
Chantel Vasquez
Edgar Sierra
Berenice Garcia
Bryant Truong
Bryanna Enriquez
Danielle Herron
Estefanie Rios
GOLDENWEST
COLLEGE:
Ileana Larios
Heidy De la Torre
WHITTIER:
Diana Zamora
IRVINE VALLEY
COLLEGE:
Oswaldo Caldera
Anthony Do
Algarin Gonzalez
Fabiola Martinez
Kathy Medina
David Rivera
Raul Rodríguez
Jennifer Rojas
CAL STATE SAN
MARCOS:
Jonathan Rivera
Jonathan Alvarez
Jonathan Rojas
CAL POLY POMONA:
Escarlet Mar
Anhuar Abrajan
Abraham Ruvalcaba
Ayman Bahrum
EDITORIALS
Volume 3, Issue 6
EDITORIAL: The Final Growl of a Graduating Grizzly
BY ANTHONY RAMIREZ
Everybody has their own story. Everyone
had their own reasons for choosing Godinez
as their high school. Everyone had their
choices, their justifications, their dreams,
their goals, their own image of who they
wanted to become when they chose to go
here. Each and every story has its own
unique path, but in the end it has united us in
the same school we have come to know and
love.
Under my circumstances, many would call
me a fool for choosing to attend Godinez,
considering I live in Moreno Valley, a city
that is an hour and 30 minutes away from
Santa Ana. But there is a definite method to my madness. In Moreno Valley, most high
schools are under performing. In addition, I couldn’t deal with the pain of leaving behind my hometown, the city I have grown up in since the day I was born.
However, there were more complications than the commute from Santa Ana to
Moreno Valley. None of my friends chose to attend Godinez. I had the option to choose
Godinez or another rival fundamental school that shall not be named. Despite the obvious choice to stick with my friends, I chose Godinez. I needed to challenge myself.
I wanted to grow up and become my own independent self. Much like I had hoped,
Godinez gave me that chance to grow and prosper.
I’ll have to admit, I was really nervous the first day of school. Sadly, I was a
loner those first few weeks. I had no friends. It wasn’t until I met Alejandra Magaña, a
senior this year, who introduced me to her friends. Little did I know she would become
one of my greatest and most supportive friends.
But I guess that’s what high school is all about. You discover who your true
friends are. Your best friend could become your mortal enemy. They can become your
rival or maybe outgrow you as they become part of the different cliques of high school.
The people you never really noticed can become the greatest influence in your life.
Maybe you’re one of the lucky few who were able to keep your best friend along the
way, like my best friend Karen Patricio.
Of course there will always be the drama of high school. “So-and-so kissed my
boyfriend.” “Why do you talk to him more than me?” “Why do you have to lag it on
me so much?” After a while you learn to grow past that. Maturity is a mysterious and
miraculous change. Looking back, I can judge many of my past thoughts and actions as
childish. What might’ve been a big deal back then, is nothing but child’s play now.
When I first entered this school, I was a shy introvert who really had no
friends, and put a lot of time and dedication into studies and academics. Now that I face
the final moments of high school, I have become an active, clear-spoken individual who
doesn’t hold back. I do what I want and accept the consequences for my actions, like an
adult.
Don’t let my looks deceive you though; it still breaks my heart to know that
I will be leaving all my friends behind, all the memories and laughs I shared with my
friends and hearing our cries echoing throughout the halls. I’ll never forget the autumn
leaves at the beginning of the school year, the cold winds and cloudy days of winter, the
sticky days of spring, and the burning days of summer. I’ll still have this when I attend
Chapman in August, but I’ll always miss the halls, the gym, the theater, the classrooms,
the fields, everything. Remembering each year is like rereading chapters of a book, a
book about my life.
You always hear people say, “high school flies right before your eyes.” I
know it seems a bit cheesy, and so you choose to not believe them. Take it from me, a
fellow Grizzly who will be graduating this upcoming June: it does fly by fast. I’m not
saying you need to know everything about what you’re going to do for the rest of the
years you have left at Godinez, but try to enjoy every moment of it. Learn from the
mistakes you make. Dump the people who bring you down, and keep the ones who
make you shine. Show those out there that kids from Santa Ana do have dreams, that
they do represent something in life. Don’t be discouraged. Never give up. After enduring the ups and downs of high school, this Grizzly feels proud to say I have enjoyed
high school to the fullest, and I would never change anything about it. So enjoy life my
friends, and let the world hear your roar.
The 1 and 2 of 2012
BY STEVEN CORTEZ
After 4 years of dedihis AP classes, managing to
cated work and testing, Danielle
make both academics and exHerron and Jesus Gonzalez have
tracurricular alike his priority,
recently been honored with the
including NHS.
prestigious title of Valedictorian
How did he do it? How did
and Salutatorian.
he balance his schoolwork?
Danielle, who has taken
He became conscious of every
countless AP classes along with
grade in every class, though
volleyball and extracurricular
it was a rigorous act. Time
classes, became motivated by her
management was the biggest
grandparents, who said they are
obstacle in his path.
very proud of their granddaugh He has become his own
ter and are happy she is living up
motivation and believes that
to her family’s name, while also
since it’s your own life you
achieving the title of first Valehave to work hard for what
dictorian in the Herron family.
you want in life and no one
Salutatorian, Jesus Gonzalez and Valedictorian, Danielleelse can do anything for you.
Though the glory is
Herron (Photo courtesy of Monica Molina)
hers, Danielle has had to make
Jesus is able to separate
countless sacrifices along the
leisure from work. Managing
way to become ranked number one. She has had to cut
to keep a steady balance in his life. Though at times
down on her social life during certain circumstances on
he struggled with academic prowess and family life,
the weekends, and studied extensively numerous each
he managed to come up on top with an overall GPA of
night, achieving a 4.6 GPA.
4.58.
Along with a rigorous schedule, Danielle has
Jesus plans to board a plane and head to Washalso focused her attention to Volleyball. A sport, which
ington D.C to attend Georgetown University in the fall.
she has unconditional love for.
Attending as undecided, but he’ll soon find his true
Danielle will soon be bound to the University
calling.
of California, Irvine. She will make Godinez proud at
We are excited for speeches from the ValedicUC Irvine, while majoring in Biology.
torian & Salutatorian on June 13th at Graduation.
Jesus Gonzalez, our salutatorian focused on
SUMMER FUN
BY SUSANA VALERIO
Belly tops, flip flops, lemonade in the
shade, blue skies, late night water fights, ice
cream, sweet dreams, bathing suits, shooting
hoops, party time, school is out, and sleeping in
is what is about to happen this Summer 2012!
Summer 2011 was fun, but summer 2012 is
where journeys will begin.
This summer we should all grab a friend
and go explore local theme parks, the beach,
and fairs. July 28, 2012, is the day Huntington
Beach opens their U.S. Open of Pro Surfing
competitions and games. If you want to have
a blast under the sun in the sand with music,
limbo, spray tattoos, freebies, sports and star
appearances then this is your place to be. Make
sure to attend before all the fun leaves August
5th.
If you like carnival rides, cotton candy,
and concerts, then get ready for the OC Fair
opening July 13. This is the place where you
can see stars on stage and pet farm animals.
Don’t be late, visit the OC fair before August
12th.
Interested in thrill and enthusiasm?
Then make plans with friends to visit California’s theme parks. Knott’s and Six Flags is the
place to be if you seek adventure. AAA is offering 30% discounts to Knott’s if you show your
AAA card at the ticket window. If the 30% off
discount doesn’t satisfy you then purchase the
season pass that’s available for $70. Let’s not
forget about the happiest place on earth, Disneyland. This is the place where dreams come
true and memories last a lifetime.
If you’re wearing shoes during the summer then you are overdressed to go to our local
beaches including: Huntington Beach, Corona
Del Mar, Balboa, and Newport Beach. Summer
is the hottest season of the year and that is why
it’s a must to visit the beach.
Remember Grizzlies June 14 is when school’s out
and summer is in.”Tans will fade, but the memories will last forever” – Unknown.
Gummy Bear
Dear Gummy Bear,
So I’m really sad. My boyfriend is graduating this year
and since I’m a junior, I’m going to be alone next year.
We’ve been together since my freshman year so I don’t
know how to deal with him leaving me. I’m afraid he’ll meet
someone else and forget about me. What do I do?! PLEASE
HELP!
Sincerely,
Miss Lonely
Dear Miss Lonely,
Don’t be afraid of losing your man, if he truly loves you
he’ll try to make an effort to stay in contact with you even
if he goes away. Be more positive, believe in yourself, and
remember that the time you spent together is unforgettable
and you will remain together through the memories you
shared. Have faith in your feelings for each other and don’t
let anything get in the way of your love.
Sincerely,
Gummy Bear
Dear Gummy Bear,
I’m in lots of sports and I only want to do one.The reason
I’m in a lot of sports is because I want to make my senior
portfolio look good. The sports that I’m in are football, track
and field, and x-country. What should I do?
Sincerely,
Athletic Person
Dear Athletic Person,
Being involved in too many sports must be stressful for
you especially when you are only in them to make your portfolio look good. Just choose the sport you like the most and
enjoy the rest of the time you have in school. There are more
ways to make your portfolio look good besides sports.
Sincerely,
Gummy Bear
Dear Gummy Bear,
I’m gay but I don’t know what to do, everybody makes
fun of me. Should I be myself or do I let my friends change
me?
Sincerely,
Confused
Dear Confused,
If Obama is O.K. with it go live your life as you want and
find new friends that will accept you for who you are.
Sincerely, Gummy Bear
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Prom 2012
Saturday, May 12 was a night to remember. The dress was
picked, hair was done, the corsage was ready. It would be a
perfect Prom night for the class of 2012, with Lindsey Escalante
and Jonathon Alvarez being crowned Prom Queen and King. As
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senior Luis Arrevalo put it, “[Prom was a] great time where all
the seniors got to party one last time before the year is over.” It
really was an unforgettable night, here are the pictures of their
special night:
A Midnight Ride
Photos Courtesy of
Gardenia Zamacona
Jocelyn Alvarado
Mr. Chester Maharaj
Volume 3, Issue 6
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
No Car, No Bike,
No Problem
BY EMILIO RODRIGUEZ
Want to go to the
beach with friends, but have
no ride?
The Orange
County Transportation
Association offers different
buses and routes for your
transportation needs. The
association sells summer
passes, daily passes and
college passes.
OCTA offers a
summer pass for minors
(18 & under), also known
as the “Youth Summer Bus
Pass.” For just 50 dollars,
OCTA offers a three month
bus pass. From June 1 to
August 31, it will be easier
for you to go to the beach
with your friends and
family just by taking the
bus.
Scan & Check
us Online!
For college students
who can’t afford a car, and
live too far to bike, OCTA
offers a specialized bus pass
just for you. They offer a 75
day pass for 95 dollars, or a
one hundred and twenty day
pass for just for 150 dollars.
Is your destination
a little too far to take the
bus? Starting July 1, 2012,
Metrolink will be offering
an all day pass for train and
bus, at 10 dollars!
For any details and
to see if you are eligible for
these specialty bus passes,
just go to their website,
www.octa.net and “Capture
your Ride.”
SUMMER JOBS
BY SAMANTHA HERRERA
Get your butt off the couch and make
some cash this summer! Instead of lying
around eating Hot Cheetos at home, you
should look into getting a job to earn a
little cash. Look into these openings for
employment for this upcoming summer.
Working at the OC Fair is temporary and
you won’t exceed more than 119 days
of work. For more information about
employment at the OC Fair visit the
website www.ocfair.com or call (714)
708-1500.
OC Fair: The OC Fair has many
positions which you can apply for. Such
as:
• A carnival ticket seller, who sells
carnival and game tickets (salary
range: $9.00-$13.00 per hour).
• An exhibit attendant (Fun Zone),
who provides a safe environment
for children to play in the Fun Zone
(salary range: $8.50-$11.50 per
hour).
• A parking attendant, who provides
a safe and an efficient flow of cars
entering and exiting the fairgrounds
(salary range: $8.00-$11.00 per
hour). Must be 16 years of age to
work here but some positions require
you to be 18 years old.
Disneyland: Help make dreams come
true at the Magic Kingdom. Disneyland
is currently accepting part-time job
applications. They have positions opened
from being a candy maker to being a
lifeguard at their resort. If interested visit
their website at www.disneycareers.com
to see other available positions and apply
online. Must be at least 16 years of age
to Disneyland.
Petco: Petco located on 3327 S. Bristol
St. has a variety of positions which they
are offering to teens that are willing to
work. For more information call their
store at (714) 979-3802. Must be at least
18 years of age to work at Petco.
YEAR IN REVIEW
BY MARIO SALAZAR & FERNANDO PANTALEON
Godinez Fundamental
High School
3002 Centennial Road
Santa Ana, California 92704
Editors:
Marilynn Montano
Andrea Rodriguez
Adviser:
Joyce Feuerborn
Copy Editor:
Anthony Ramirez
Photo Editor:
Danielle Flores
Middle Spread Editors:
Jocelyn Alvarado
Gardenia Zamacona
Staff Writers:
Viviana Altamirano
Eduardo Araujo
Daniel Bernal
Steven Cortez
Anthony Do
Jesus Gonzalez
Samantha Herrera
Jamilah Hosan
Monica Molina
Fernando Pantaleon
Emilio Rodriguez
Fara Rodriguez
Mario Salazar
Hugo Salgado
Rebecca Terrones
Susana Valerio
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The 2011-2012 school year brought many memorable events in no
particular order. Here is a list of ten of the most important events
that occurred throughout the 2011-2012 school year.
1. Costa Concordia Incident
The Costa Concordia incident took place on January
(Photos
15, 2012, when the cruise
courtesy of
ship rammed into a reef off
the coast of Giglio island. The Google Images)
disaster is said to be caused
after Captain Francesco
Schettino veered off course
in an apparent stunt to honor
his fallen friend that resulted
in the death of 35 people. If
only he had listened to his
dad when he said, “Use a
map.”
2. Death of Steve Jobs
The death of Steve Jobs was
one of surprise, for the cofounder of Apple Inc. since he
did not show many symptoms
of illness. After dealing with
pancreatic cancer for several
years, Jobs suffered respiratory arrest
which resulted in his death on October 25, 2011. Happily, the iPad
will live on.
3. Death of Whitney Houston
For the many fans of American artist and actress Whitney
Houston, her death came as a total surprise for she was just 48.
Houston was found submerged in her bathtub on February 9 , 2012.
Houston’s death is believed to have been caused by an accidental
drowning after a small amount of cocaine found in her body suggests that she had recently consumed the substance. See kids, don’t
do drugs or you might end up drowning in your own bathtub.
4. Occupy Wall Street
After social and economic inequality, greed, corruption and the
undue influence of corporations on government, the Ocupy Wall
Street movement was initiated on September 17, 2011. After days
of protest, the “We are the 99%” slogan proved to be successful as
various labor unions supported this movement. If you are a 1% reading this, I can use a loan for a car.
5. Adele
After sitting at the top of the charts for months with her monsterous hit “Rolling in the Deep” British songstress, Adele, won six
Grammys including album of the year for “21.” Yes Adele, you
actually do have it all.
6. San Juan Capistrano Earthquake
Despite a 3.9 magnitude, an earthquake which originated near San
Juan Capistrano, was felt throughout Orange County at 10:37 a.m.
on April 23, 2012. Seismologists’
biggest concern was the possible
damage of San Onofre Nuclear
Power Plant. Fortunately, only
girlish screams and shrieks by
Godinez students were reported.
you rings.
7. Superbowl XLVI
This year’s Superbowl was disputed between the New England
Patriots and the New York Giants
on February 5th. Against all odds,
the New York Giants were able
to pull off an upset and defeat
the Patriots with a final score
of 21-17. Eli Manning won his
second Superbowl ring and Tom
Brady lost his second consecutive
Superbowl appearance against the
Giants. What Brady doesn’t know
is that having a hot wife and a trendy haircut won’t win
8. Gay Marriage Overturned
On February 7th, a California court found the ban on same sex
marriage unconstitutional. The case will most likely be taken to the
Supreme Court and same sex couples will have to wait before they
can get married. This can be seen as a phenomenal accomplishment for those who are pro-same sex marriage. Even Chuck Norris
approves.
9. Muammar Gaddafi
After being in power for 41 years, Muammar Gaddafi was killed
by NLA fighters in his hometown of Sirte. His death was ultimately
caused by the outbreak of the Libyan Civil War which began on
February 17, 2011. Some people had a blast learning about about his
death. Get it?
10. Kim Kardashian’s 72 Day Marriage
What began on August 20, 2011, ended after a time span of 72
days. Kris Humphries announced that he would be filing for divorce
on his twitter account on October of that same year. Most love stories end with “Happily ever after,” but this one should end “Happily
after 72 days.”
STUDENT NEWS
Miles Away From Home..
BY MARILYNN MONTANO AND ANDREA RODRIGUEZ
Recently, the French AP students
themselves in French along with questions from the
at Godinez hosted several abroad students
classroom.
from France who stayed in Santa Ana,
“It is very important to do cultural things,”
California for two weeks. On May 4th they
Odile Dewr, a Laguna Beach High School French
received a chance to stay at GFHS to get
teacher told the Gazette, “I wish we had more time.”
a full-on experience of what a student in
After having visited Laguna Beach High School,
United States lives like.
our French guests were taken on a trip to the Irvine
Our French teacher, Dr.
Spectrum where they were able to roam around
Students from France along with GFHS and discover the American ways.
Robert Engle, has worked with this
program for three years. Every year, French students at the end of their tour at UC After their strolling in the mall followed by a
Irvine (Photo courtesy of Andrea Rodriguez)
Godinez French Students host a forlunch, last but not least UC Irvine was next for a
eign student from France. This year
tour of the University. A chance for them to get a
was no exception and as a last goodbye Engle, takes them for a
feel of an American university, that some of them were considerfield trip to surrounding OC sites.
ing of wanting to came back for their higher education. Not only
Nine French students and teachers, from the southern
were they attracted by the American lifestyle and education howpart of France had the opportunity to visit a French class, in
ever it was interesting for them since their hosts were bicultural.
Laguna Beach High School, joined by several senior students
Both the French students from France and Godinez’s
at Godinez, two of them who were hosts, Luis Arevelo, and
own students felt rewarded with this experience. “It fortified my
Stephania Gomez.
decision about studying French,” senior Maria Guevara told the
During the visit to Laguna Beach High School the
Gazette.
students were warmly welcomed to the High School and had the
Even if our guests are not ready to adapt as Etienne
opportunity to interact with other students who spoke both French
Freydrich felt, “I feel good here,” he told the Gazette, “maybe I’d
and English therefore adding to their experience. GFHS students
stay to study, but not to live.”
received a chance to practice their French as well.
Alexia Gasnault, who was another French guest, said
Many of the French students also spoke some Spanish.
that the United States is “bigger than [her] country, it is nice and
When they were asked how different it has been living with their
[she] likes it here.”
hosts who sometimes only speak Spanish at home, “It was fasci
Of course the foreign guests weren’t the only ones to
nating” said Manu.
get something out of this event. Overall, it did not matter what
Upon entering the class room, the nine foreign stulanguage one speaks or where we come from, we are more similar
dents, along with one student who was being hosted at Mendez
than we are different. Exchange trips like this show us exactly
Fundamental Intermediate, took a seat and were asked to introduce how much we have in commom.
A Weekend in Berkeley
BY VIVIANA ALTAMIRANO
On a sunny
weekend in
April, I took
part in an amazing program at
Berkeley called
Senior Bridges
Weekend which
provides an all
expense paid
trip for admitted students
of minority background. I was part of Raza for
Hispanic students.
While there was a definite push to ‘SIR’
-Submit Intent to Register- to Berkeley, the main
focus of this program was to simply empower minorities to go to college. There is still a great majority of white students at colleges across the country
while minorities are less than 15% at most colleges.
Berkeley was the forefront university to promote
and encourage diversity on campus.
After the very spirited flight from OC to
Berkeley, in which even the pilot chanted “Go
Bears” through the intercom, we took huge charter
buses to the campus. Along the way I met incredible people from all over California. The most
memorable moment had to be the late night scavenger hunt where all the seniors were split up into
groups and we had to run around the huge Berkeley
campus and solve riddles and do things such as
spelling out “go bears” on the floor with only our
bodies. We also had the chance to spend a night
in San Francisco and get a feel for the setting of
Berkeley.
All in all, I visited three colleges: Middle-
bury College in Vermont, University of Rochester
in New York, and Berkeley. As tough as it was to
decide, I had to put everything into perspective.
Even though I will not be attending Berkeley in the
fall (maybe for grad school!), I bought plenty of
Cal gear that I’ll wear proudly because I did fall in
love with the school, the people, and the once in a
lifetime experience that was Bridges Senior Weekend. This weekend made it all the more harder for
me in making my decision. I was ever more torn,
but I had to simply choose the college that fit me
best and Middlebury was that perfect fit.
As a piece of advice to seniors, even
though you may feel uneasy about your college
decision, it is completely okay because this is such
a huge decision, so simply make the best of it. And
to all underclassmen, do not be afraid to venture
out for college, but don’t feel pressured to go away
for college just because it may seem everyone is
leaving. Just the fact that you are going to college is
a huge accomplishment in itself.
(Photos courtesy of Viviana Altamirano)
Grizzly
Gazette
Editorial
Policy
The Grizzly Gazette is published six times per academic year by students
in journalism class at Godinez Fundamental High School.
Content is determined by the staff and does not necessarily reflect the
opinions or policies of Godinez Fundamental High School’s faculty, administration, adviser or student body.
Students are protected in their exercise of press freedom by the First
Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and California Education Code 48907.
Signed editorials and columns reflect the views of the writer.
Letters to the editor and guest commentaries are encouraged and must
be signed, although anonymity can be granted on a case-by-case basis.
The editors review letters to the editor, advertising, guest commentaries,
reserves the right to edit and refuse material. Reasons can include length,
clarity, libel, and obscenity, material disruption of the educational process
at Godinez Fundamental High School or violation of copyright laws.
Volume 3, Issue 6
Take the Test and
GoBYto
France
ANTHONY DO
Le Grand Concours is a national French contest with a 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year test for students
to take. The test is all multiple-choice and according to
Dr. Robert Engle, “It is a difficult test. The first year
only 16 of our students took the test. 68 students took
the test this year. Our students did better this year.”
The test is scored, “If a student misses none
then they are 1st place and if they miss one they are
in 2nd place and so on,” said Dr. Engle. This year
a new record was set at Godinez with three of our
students placing in the top ten. “Two of them are 1st
year students and one of them is a senior,” Dr. Engle
explained. Freshman, Ricardo Flores, placed eighth;
freshman, Lesly Cruz, placed tenth, and senior, Jennifer
Medina, placed tenth.
Students will get certificates from the organization and top ten students will have a chance to attend
a banquet in Los Angeles. In addition, “Students who
place 1st are placed in a national lottery to win a trip
for two to France paid for by the airline Air France,”
Dr. Engle stated French students have done tremendously well this year and informed me that, “This summer our students will host 5 French students. They will
be arriving in July and we are very excited because this
is the first time we have done this in the summer.”
Felicitations Grizzlies!
Something New
BY EDUARDO ARAUJO & JESUS GONZALEZ
Every May, GFHS students get the chance to view the senior projects that the seniors have extensively worked on for the past
year. More importantly, the seniors have the opportunity to present
their hard work and accomplishments to the underclassmen, teachers and staff, and community members and perhaps inspire them as
well.
“The main point of the senior projects is for students to step
out of their comfort zone,” said Mr. Robert Morgan, the girls’ basketball coach and a government/economics teacher. “Most students
did while others remained within their comfort zone.”
The senior projects were designed for students to try and
explore something new, or
“The purpose of the never have thought
something would
of doing because senior project is for stu- it would be considered too much or dents to see that learning too extreme by their
standards. Most is forever, said Mrs. Blash. evident, our school
is the only school “Learning will be present in the Santa Ana
throughout your life.” that provides this
school district
program to their
students.
Throughout the course of the senior year, the senior should
have a thought of what to propose as their senior project around
the first few months of the school year. After reviewing the senior’s
proposal, the senior becomes in contact with their mentor, that will
either train, coach, teach, or instruct them on how to perform their
project idea. Most students keep a journal of their progress until
their project is due.
What are some senior project ideas? Some project ideas can
be physically challenging, or require certain skills, but a senior can
create their senior project about anything they please. The options
are limitless.
Kikey Ramos is a star basketball
player and an academic scholar who wanted
to teach a math class for her senior project.
Since she hopes to pursue a career as a math
teacher, what would be better than to teach a
class for Mr. Snyder’s Algebra II class.
Gissel Segovia stepped beyond her comfort zone by learning archery. After mastering the basics of archery, Gissel created a
video of her new High Tech Archery skills at
Santiago Park.
Santiago Matias took the challenge of the
insane and infamous work out program, INSANITY. After surviving the intense work outs, Santiago had a new perspective in life by
learning essential it is to remain active and live a healthy lifestyle.
Here are a few projects that seniors did:
1. Create a Business
2. Ballroom Dancing
3. Make-up Artist
4. Compose Music
5. Create a Music Album
6. Kickboxing
7. Cycling
8. Tap Dancing
9. Swimming
10. Photography
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Volume 3, Issue 6
SPORTS
Athletes of the Month: May
BY MONICA MOLINA
Congrats to the last Grizzly athletes who will be featured in our newspaper this
year. Continue to aim for the stars and hopefully, one day you’ll find your name
in paper.
Baseball: Brian Hernandez, Junior, “Brian has natural talent and ability that
few baseball players possess. Brian is a rare athlete and baseball player. We are
excited about what the future holds for him.” – Coach MacLennan
Softball: Brianna Gonzalez, Sophomore, “She’s a great team player and comes
to the field every day ready to play. She always gives 100% on the field and is
willing to play anywhere she is needed.” – Coach Medina
Cheerleading: Kenia Guevara, Senior, “Kenia acts with integrity in her actions
and has become a great leader.” – Coach Bouma
Boys’ Swimming: Ricky Flores, Junior, “Ricky is not only a hard worker, but
he also shows his teammates that anything is really possible if you put your
mind to it!” – Coach Tran
Girls’ Swimming: Vanessa Gonzalez, Junior, “Vanessa’s relentless determination and perseverance truly shine at practice. Vanessa is dependable and a posi-
tive influence inside and outside the pool.” – Coach Tran
Boys’ Tennis: Enoc De La Cruz, Senior, “Enoc has demonstrated senior leadership this season in his approach to playing with a new partner. Enoc has helped
turn his team around, after a 0-3 start in league; he helped his team close the
season with 3-1 record.” – Coach Cortez
Boys’ Volleyball: Ricardo Lizarraga-Ochoa, Senior, “Ricky has been a pillar of
strength and resolve that our team has rallied around this season. He has an inner strength and drive to always do his best regardless of the situation at hand.”
– Coach Koeler
Boys’ Track & Field: Fernando Bello, Senior, “Fernando is one of the hardest
working athletes on the team. He is dedicated, mentally tough, competitive and
confident.” – Coach Payan
Girls’ Track & Field: Jacqueline Armenta, Junior, “Jacqueline is a multi-sport
athlete. She works hard and is consistently improving. Jacqueline’s hard work
on the track team is a model for all athletes.” – Coach Payan
(Photos courtesy of Monica Molina)
Athletes
of
the
Month
June
2012
Congratulations Seniors from the
Grizzly Gazette Staff
Baseball: Raul Rodriguez
Cheerleading: Jessica Cabana
Softball: Maraae Saucedo
Boys’ Swimming: Ulises Tapia
Girls’ Swimming: Kimberly Ramirez
Boys’ Tennis: Hector Jimenez
Boys’ Track & Field: Jonathon Chontal
Girls’ Track & Field: Jessica Reeves
Boys’ Volletball: Alfredo Penaloza
Boys Volleyball
BY FARA RODRIGUEZ
This year has been challenging for the boys volleyball team because they
faced some challenges and had to overcome many obstacles. The Varsity
team worked their through the season unfortunately did not make it to
CIF. The JV team was incredible and the freshmen team was outstanding.
This year was the first year that the freshman team beat Laguna Beach ,
one of their toughest competitors. Thus, the volleyball team is building
up every year and becoming stronger. “We are a very young and talented
team that will have an amazing year next year,” explains James Koeler,
the Varsity volleyball coach. Just like every team in Godinez, the boys’
volleyball team is learning from their mistakes and will continue trying
their best until they achieve success.
CIF Update
Track and field
The track team has done an amazing job this season. The girls who were
eligible for the CIF play-offs were: Dana Castro, Michelle Gonzalez,
Angie Gomez, Sandy Jimenez, Rosa Lazaro, Selina Olaiz- Prawl, Jessica
Reeves, Viridiana Serrano, Kenia Torres and Kenia Lopez. The boys that
qualified for the CIF playoffs were Jose Penaloza, Andrew Espinoza, William Ready, Justin Reeves and Samuel Tapia. There was only one runner
that move on to the next round which was Jose Penaloza. Congratulations
to the track team!
Softball
The girls have had an amazing season. The JV team was the league
champion for the Orange Coast League and Varsity qualified for CIF.
The Varsity team had their first CIF game in which they were victorious
against Azuza with a score of 11-5. Sadly, their next CIF game, they lost
0-9 to Beaumont HS. This was their first shot at a league title with a 2nd
place OC league finish.
Swim
The swim team was awesome. JV girls got first place in league while the
JV boys got second. Both Varsity teams got third place in league. The
swimmers that went to finals were: Lan Tran, Jason Diaz, Marlon Aguilar, Alex Han, Brian Florido, Jocelyn Alvarado, Colleen Sloan, Aliyah
Nunez, and Kimberly Ramirez. Great Job Grizzlies!
Boys’ tennis
The boys’ tennis team made history this season. JV finished in 2nd place
and Varsity placed 3rd in league. The entire team, excluding two players, won their opening league tournament matches and advanced into the
quarterfinals. Hector Vergara and Hector Jimenez were the first in the
GFHS boys’ tennis team who made it to the league semi-finals. The Varsity team lost in CIF match against Lompoc 3-15. Congrats to the team
and to coaches, Heriberto Cortez and Regina Parga for a great season.
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