The James Logan Courier

By Alonyia Godfrey, Courier Staff Writer

The Holy Bible, known by a great many as 'the greatest book of all time"has been around since the beginning of time. However, until recently, it was assumed that the characters within the Great Book were of the same white nationality (be it Jewish, Greek, etc.).

Most religious paintings and sculptures have reinforced this idea, and it was considered a desecration of the word of God to question this belief. However, as of late, historians have discovered evidence proving that there were a number of many races found in the Bible. For instance, the Queen ofSheba, who was recognized as King Solomon's female companion , was Black. In her own words, she declared, "I am Black, but comely...look not upon me because I am Black, because the sun has looked down upon me."

By Noah Matthews
McClatchy-Tribune News Service (MCT)

You'd think that "High School Success 2009" would be so last year. But it's not; in fact, in the coursework that it covers, it's timeless.

Through a series of gentle tutorials, exercises and quizzes — practical applications, in my book — this CD for Windows tackles 70 subjects with more than 2,000 exercises for students in grades 9 through 12. Here's a partial list of courses:
Chemistry; biology; U.S. history from 1620 to the early years of the 21st century; American government (national, state and tribal governments), along with landmark Supreme Court decisions; foreign languages (Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Chinese and Portuguese); English (grammar and writing, including instructions for preparing research papers and creative writing); and it will even teach you how to type.

By Tara Malone and Lisa Black
Chicago Tribune (MCT)

CHICAGO — With the election weeks away, Fremd High School teacher Jason Spoor asked students in his government class, some of them first-time voters, to research local candidates vying for office.

They would have 15 minutes and one learning tool: their cell phone.

"If you are driving down the street and headed to vote, you don't have a computer at the touch of a hand. You have a cell phone," Spoor told his students last week.

By Justyna Torres, Courier Staff Writer

Ever come across the dilemma of what to wear?

For some people it’s a daily problem they have to face in the morning and being between seasons does not make it any easier.

With the weather being indecisive, so are many people on what to wear. With fall around the corner the summer heat is slowly declining and picking up a light breeze. So to beat this problem there is a few simple tricks to keep you fashionable and fashion forward.

By Justyna Torres, Courier Staff Writer

The annual Homecoming Dance is tomorrow night, and it will be the student’s first chance to get together, dance the night away, and show off their style.

On September 9-16, in Manhattan, the infamous Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week shows gave insight on a few trends that will be popular for this year.

The cocktail dress (a short dress falling to just about over the knee) has been in style for many years already, however this year there are fresh new takes on the classic. One way is using bright and bold
colors that will definitely make you stand out. Another fun twist is having texture in the dress, such as pleats or ruffles. Finally, a dress with sharp tailoring and geometric lines gives off a classy vibe to your style.

By Philip Bocog, Courier Staff Writer

As the James Logan wrestling team prepares for their season in December, junior Diego Facundo has set many goals for himself and the team this season.

In his freshman year, Facundo made the junior varsity team but was soon called up to wrestle at the varsity level. While wrestling, he broke his thumb and was out for the remaining two months of the season. However, Diego fought through the pain and defeated the top seed wrestler in the MVAL. After that match, he was out for the rest of the season.

By Jose Baltazar, Courier Staff Writer

With 19 years of teaching under her belt, Language Arts teacher Paula Atlansky is piloting a brand new class at Logan: AP English Language & Composition.

In 1992, Atlantsky obtained her credential for teaching at UC Berkeley and said she felt that she accomplished her dream of becoming a teacher.

When she was in eighth grade in South Dakota, her social science teacher gave a career assignment which asked the students what they wanted to become. Atlansky said, “I want to become a teacher, lawyer or journalist.”

Eventually, Atlansky’s hard work, dedication and determination paid off. In 1992, she obtained her credential for teaching at UC Berkeley and said she felt that she accomplished her dream of becoming a teacher.