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Photograph by Kaylina Frates
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By Addison Scott
Showcasing the team that wins by words is an insight of speech and debate. Speech and Debate meet on Monday after school from 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.in the drama room. Coach Kennedy Pugh emphasizes collaborations to express ideas, display acting skills, and perform monologues. Senior Willow Stephenson said, “I feel really supported by the team and they have helped me a great deal over the years.” Proving that being a member comes with the opportunity of making unforgettable memories. Whether being interested in this extracurricular for improvisation of critical thinking skills or just as an after school activity. There is a place for everyone with various events to choose from. Pugh goes over the school congress picking a topic to go in favor of or opposing the matter. Meanwhile, the group of speech emphasizes rehearsing pieces to the team. The team works together to refine these actions to perfection. Offering a beginning as to what will be performed at tournaments later on within the year in specialized locations too. Stephenson said, “My favorite part of being in speech and debate is the community.” And, not to mention the positive effect of looking great on college applications. Since it helps to prepare students for coming of age in the real world and even voting topics. According to the Golden State Academy, “Members with state or national awards have up to 30% higher chance of acceptance to private universities.”  By Isabella Martinez
If you ever wanted to come together with your fellow girls to help the community, Girls Cabinet is for you. Girls cabinet is an organization that not only benefits the community but you. This organization helps you apply leadership skills, responsibility, team sportsmanship, involvement with the school, and a sense of community. Girls cabinet is a program that helps speak volume about paying it forward. It is for everyone. It is a beautiful way to show different groups of girls coming together in sisterhood. As Lindsey Kinnischtzke said, “Our club is dedicated to being there for people who want to help around their school but don’t know where to start.” This club does many events for fundraising that aren’t just helpful but so fun! The meetings that occur consist of talking about events and volunteering. Kinnischtzke states, “Overall the meetings are used to be informative and a way for the girls to be up to date with what is going on all through the community.” Girls cabinet is a beautiful and creative club that is available for the students at PCHS. By Laura Segura
Are you into acting and drama? Well, Theatre and Drama Club is a great way to show off your personality, make new friends and have a great high school experience! Interested? Auditions for the current Fall Play “Peter and the Startcatcher” occur September 26 and rehearsals begin September 30. If an actor makes it through the auditions, the average rehearsal will consist of the director guiding the actors through their movements on stage, known as blocking, this is when the actors learn where they need to be at different points in the play. Another component of the routine in rehearsals is when actors practice their lines and try on their costumes. Sunny Wiggins, senior, said, “In order to keep a positive mindset, I make sure to practice so I'm confident, and remember that no role is life or death. I think it's important to remember that I will do other important things in my life and no show is the be all and end all.” Don't be afraid to be brave and just try, your highschool experience will be a story to tell. The Spring musical is another great way to show off your skills and personality, details for that event are to be determined. If you have any question, they should be directed to Mrs. Morgan, drama teacher, who is always in the drama room. By Jaylee Holland
HOSA stands for Health Occupations Students of America. When doing HOSA you gather lots of real world experiences, knowledge, and skills. HOSA has too many events to count, and you get various opportunities to find what interests you. HOSA members shadow actual medical practices one would do in a medical work field. As Keelyn Tucker, senior, says, “You're only in highschool for 4 years so experience it all.” Tucker’s favorite aspect is to shadow in HOSA is the health promotion with her peers. There are numerous events to choose from and health promotion was a presentation event. An average meeting of HOSA according to Tucker would be, “We talk about SLC and our events a lot,” she says. They also talk about if anyone needs help. SLC stands for State Leader Conference, and this is a state competition. They go to state at the beginning of semester two to test their skills in the medical events they have chosen. You can also choose multiple events for state. Since HOSA is mainly a group oriented program you get to meet new people and friends. Along with traveling. “Even if you don’t think you’ll like something you might turn out loving it.” Joining a club gives you lots of new experiences and personal growth. High School is 4 years of your life and it is up to you to decide how to live those 4 years. By Kinley Watada
When you show up to a Pueblo County game and notice the big group of students cheering and showing their spirit, that would be the cheerful Pueblo County Rowdies. The Rowdies are made up of a large group of students who are willing to cheer on their teams. “When running the Rowdies, we have to decide themes for each game, update the social media, stay involved with events happening at the school, and try to make sure all of the County Rowdies are having fun and cheering each other on!’’ said senior Capreese Lisac. When taking part in being in the Rowdies, you can really be a part of what some would call the highschool experience. There are a total of six seniors that help run the Rowdies, Caprese Lisac, Lucy Vargas, Patrick Noga, Cohen Glenn, Jaelyn Faris, and Isabella Vetta, “People should make an effort to be a part of the County Rowdies because it’s a fun experience. Everyone should get the chance to dress up in fun silly outfits, hang out in the Rowdy section at a football or volleyball game, and have fun being ROWDY with their friends!” stated Lisac. The Rowdies Team post game themes,game times, updates, and school events all on their social media page. “I think people should make an effort to be a part of the Rowdies simply because it’s just so fun. You’re only in highschool for a short time and it goes so fast. The Rowdies is just the best experience and I might be biased but I think County does it BEST!” claims Senior Isabella (Bella) Vetta. All the seniors that run the Pueblo County Rowdies also consider themselves to be a part of the Rowdies and not just a leader. They participate in all the activities and make sure everyone is staying rowdy and supporting their team. “No matter who you are, if you’ve been in the Rowdy section at any event, you’ve gotten the true County Rowdy experience” Lisac commented. |