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VOLUME XXVII, ISSUE VIII

The Bulls Eye


Fourteen Students from France Visit Diamond Bar High School
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
CHANGE HAS COME Budget cuts will help balance the state of the economy, but are they beneficial for students and teachers? View different opinions. Please see page 4. SHOW AND TELL Think recycling is as green as you can get? Learn about the different APES projects and see how each group will make a big impact. Please see page 7. A LIL ENTERTAINMENT So, whats goin down between Abner and Daisy? Read a review to find out what happens to the citizens of Dogpatch. Please see page 10.

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BRAHMAS ACE Varsity tennis had an epic match against the Damien Spartans, winning with a final score of 18-4. Find out more about this victory. Please see page 14.

Obama Chooses to Delay Immigration Reform

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Contrary to Obamas campaign promises, immigration reform has been pushed back because of the economy. New immigration policies will not be implemented this year. Desiree Wang Asst. Feature Editor On April 16, President Barack Obama made a trip to Mexico in order to discuss issues such as drug violence, gun control, and immigration reform policies. Contrary to President Obamas campaign promises, the White House is not pushing to reform current immigration policies by the end of this year. President Obama finds the matter of Americas worsening economy to be a priority over immigration reform. What he does not realize, however, is that immigration reform is tied inextricably to issues regarding the economic recession. Unfortunately, the topic of immigration reform is being pushed back, and will only be dealt with when the state of the economy permits. Both Republicans and Democrats have criticized Obamas delay and advocate a change in immigration policy as soon as possible. With the economic downturn, supporters of a speedy reform policy believe that improvements in immigration will in fact benefit the economy. By allowing illegal immigrants [Please see DELAY on page 3]

DB Celebrates Arbor Day at Brahma Foundation Raises Pantera Elementary Money through Casino Night
PLANT: After the tree planting demonstration, fifth-grader LiTing Chu was announced as the winner of the 2009 National Arbor Day Foundation Poster Contest. Eric Lee Staff Writer The City of Diamond Bar hosted the annual Arbor Day Celebration at Pantera Elementary School from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, April 24. In honor of the city's designation as a Tree City USA, Pantera Elementary School students, officials, parents, and community members helped plant trees on school grounds as part of the celebration. The Arbor Day Celebration began with Todd Riffell, the principal of Pantera Elementary School, and Ron Everett, the mayor of Diamond Bar, presenting opening statements on why trees are needed and why taking care of the earth is important. At the event, the Los Angeles County Fire Department performed a tree planting demonstration. The forestry department donated 400 pine seedlings so that each student could take one home. Scott Gardner, who is with the LA County Fire Department Forestry Division, demonstrated to the students how to take care of the pine seedlings and plant them at home. This is Diamond Bars GAMBLE: The night will feature gambling, dinner, auctions, and raffles. Tickets cost $75 for both adults and children. The funds from this event will go toward DBHS. Pamela Lewes Contributing Staff Writer The 9th annual Casino Night, hosted by Diamond Bar High Schools Brahma Foundation, will be held on Friday, May 8, from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Diamond Bar Center. Casino Night is DBHS biggest fundraiser of the year. This years theme will be Camp Run-A-Muk. The purpose of the event is to raise money for various programs at DBHS. The admission cost is $75 per person or $750 for VIP tables for ten guests. The event will include gambling, live and silent auctions, raffles, and dinner. The auction items will consist of autographed sports photos, flat-screen televisions, Scholastic

Bonjour et adieu... French students and a chaperone smile for the camera. TOUR: During their two-week Last December, DBHS Tietz commented. stay in California, the French French teacher Anthony Tietz The fourteen French students and chaperones visited was asked by his friend, a students were Anthony Aubry, many tourist attractions such as Catholic priest who has a French Xavier Branger, George Disneyland and downtown Los congregation, if he wanted to Evrard, Felix Ferdinand, Angeles. help host students from France Laetitia Gabillet, Justine Gillet, who wanted to experience Alexandre Lebroton, Jade Elizabeth Lee American schooling during their Lecordier, Marine Lepain, Staff Writer spring break. Tietz discussed it Jerome Morland, Arthur Poidras, Fourteen French students with his classes and picked a Tiphany Retiff, Guillaume and three chaperones attended week when the French students Roche-Bayar, and Leandre de classes at Diamond Bar High were on break for them to attend Schynmakers. Each French School from Tuesday, April 14, DBHS. I [didnt] know if the student had a different reason to Friday, April 17. opportunity [would] rise again, for coming to America.

Gabillet stated, I wanted to discover the west coast of America. [I have] heard a lot of very good things about [it]. The Americans are very generous. Lebroton stated, [I wanted to come here] to improve my English. The foreign students were hosted by DBHS students enrolled in French that volunteered to house them for a week. The hosts were freshmen Steven Lian and Jamila

Leanne Fan McKnight; sophomores Joseph Daniels and Giovanni Li; juniors Jasmine Chai, Evelyn Chia, David Donner, Colin Farabee, Taylor Harb, Caleb Lau, Bree Moag, and Maria Sia; seniors Frida Cruz and Nicholas Neel; and DBHS French Teacher Lina Lahham. All host students had a variety of reasons why they wanted to house the French [Please see FOREIGN on page 3]

From the roots... L.A. County Fireman Scott Gardner instructs the attendees on how to plant trees. Tiffany Huey eighth consecutive year as a Tree City USA, an honor bestowed upon cities that meet strict requirements regarding per capita spending, tree ordinances, and citizen advisory committee meetings. Andee Tarazon, Diamond Bar's community services coordinator, stated, I think it is wonderful; we have just come out of our eighth year being a Tree City USA and are already moving forward to become one again for our ninth year! Tree City USA is a foundation that promotes effective and wellorganized tree care programs, recognizes communities that effectively manage their public tree resources, and encourages the continuation of community tree management based on Tree City USA standards. Tree City USA is supported by the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service and Urban and Community Forestry Program. Tarazon commented, Arbor Day is a great event. Its not everyday that you take time out of your day to be thankful for trees and the earth. She added, Its especially nice to share this experience with the youth from Pantera Elementary School since they are the ones that can make a difference.

Class of 2010 Hosts Finding Neverland Prom


DANCE: Today is the last day to purchase date passes. The Prom Expo will be held tomorrow in the Upper Quad. Prom attendees can make appointments from businesses present. Diana Romero Contributing Staff Writer Diamond Bar High Schools Prom will be held at the Anaheim Marriott on Saturday, May 16, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The theme for this years prom will be Finding Neverland. The setting in which prom will be held is described as a large ballroom. In order to attract more students to the prom, the Prom Expo will be held tomorrow in the upper quad. There will be

Aptitude Test tutoring, prom tickets, homecoming tickets, and other items not available for purchase anywhere else. Raffle tickets will also be sold for $50 each and the maximum number of tickets sold that night will be about 600. A casino will be set up for gambling and attendees will have the opportunity to choose from roulette, poker, blackjack, and craps. Winning chips can [Please see MONEY on page 3]

Saturday night fever... Prom 2009 will be held at the Anaheim Marriott. James An raffles for gifts that were donated by businesses as well as for a free prom ticket. Basically, we are doing this event to promote the prom and get people excited and [Please see HOTEL on page 3]

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On Target
THE SMART AND TALENTED Your desks are filled with practice Kaplan tests and your parents have high expectations for your future. Put your best foot forward because you are not going to let them down. Remember to always have faith in yourself, and that if you dream it, you can become it. Instead of worrying the night before the test, kick back and relax your mind. Dont forget to eat a nutritious breakfast that is high in carbohydrates and get many hours of sleep! The SAT will be on Saturday, May 2. HIGH FIVE Ever since the moment you signed up for that class, you knew about the inevitable test in the future. Set your goal high and never stop trying to reach it. Greet the test with a big smile on your face, roll your shoulders back, and get ready to dominate the test with a five. Just relieve yourself of those last-minute test jitters and youll do fine. AP Testing will be from Monday, May 4, to Thursday, May 14. FOR THAT ONE SPECIAL PERSON Who was always there for you when you came home crying in kindergarten because someone threw a rock at you? Who listened to all your complaints and caught you when you fell? Thats right your mother, the one who will always have your back. Here is your chance to show your appreciation for everything she has done for you. Whether its baking a cake or making a card, spread the love to all of the mothers in the world. Its time to show your mom just how much you love her. Mothers Day will be on Sunday, May 10. A GAME OF LUCK AND CHANCE The grains of sand in the hourglass are falling faster and faster. Before you know it, you will be moving on to the next stage of your life. Dont be too upset if your registration date is later than others; everyone will get a chance to register for next year. However, if you dont show up at the amphitheater that day at all, you definitely wont get the summer class you want, so make sure youre there! Registration Lottery Day is on Tuesday, May 12, for the class of 2010, Wednesday, May 13, for the class of 2011, and Thursday, May 14, for the class of 2012.

Sweet Sixteen Wine Soire Held at the Diamond Bar Center


TASTE: During the event, live and silent auctions were held. Attendees were able to enjoy a variety of food and drinks. Thank you letters were sent out to the contributors of the event. Elizabeth Lee Staff Writer The Friends of the Library hosted their 16th annual Wine Soire at the Diamond Bar Center on Friday, April 19, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The money raised from this fundraiser will go to the Diamond Bar Library. The funds will help the Diamond Bar Library continue programs in the library, replace worn books, add to the bestseller collection, and purchase videos, books on tape, and foreign language books. We worked on the event throughout the year, commented past historian Kathleen Newe, the creator of the event. A variety of wines were offered for tasting by the Jerry Mead New World International Wine Competition. Eateries that included Aljibani Halal Market, Champs Elysees Bakery, Chipotle, Cold Stone Creamery, Dantes Italian Deli, Diamond Bar Golf Course Catering, and Kentucky Fried Chicken provided food for the event. Kyala Sushi and Japanese

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Food for thought... Contributors provide a wide selection of food and wine that attendees are welcome to taste. Ashley Chen Cuisine, Graber Olive House, Hilo Hilltop Suites Catering, Holiday Inn Select, Its A Grind, Mandarin Taste Restaurant, Mimis Caf, Round Table Pizza, and The Whole Enchilada also provided food for tasting at the event. Dale Bros. Brewery also offered samples of beer. Silent and live auctions, along with a silent book auction, were also held. I started the Wine Soire 16 years [ago] because we were looking for a fundraiser to help keep the Diamond Bar Library open [for] as many hours as possible. At that time, there was a budget crisis and we wanted to help, explained Newe. [The Soire] was a great success. We had a record turnout and everyone had a great time, stated Newe.

City of Diamond Bar Hosts 20th Annual Birthday


C E L E B R AT E : D B H S L e o Club and Key Club volunteered at the event. Leo Club was presented with awards during the Recognition of Outstanding Community Volunteers. Ruby Hwang Contributing Staff Writer The City of Diamond Bar held its 20th annual City Birthday Party at Pantera Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 18. The citysponsored event was titled the Spirit of Diamond Bar. Food such as kettle corn, cotton candy, steak sandwiches, and funnel cakes were sold at booths around the park. Later during the birthday party, a cake was cut and distributed to attendees of the event. The booths at the event were run by groups and businesses to raise money for their organizations. Other activities included rock climbing; the video game, Rock Band; roller coasters; horseback riding; and a ferris wheel. Businesses such as the Sylvan Learning Center had the opportunity to provide the community with information about themselves through information booths and a tent for business showcases. A car show was also held at the event, with different cars on display for sale. The food is great and the rides are exciting. It was fun, commented freshman Crystal Tam. A Teen Action Zone was added this year, with rides aimed at teens and adults rather than

children. The Teen Action Zone also featured a band that played at the end of the event. For younger children, there were activities such as a petting zoo that featured llamas and goats. The birthday event also featured an extended emergency-preparedness program with booths around the park and an equipment demonstration. Entrance was free and wristbands that allowed attendees to have unlimited access to rides were sold for $10 at the birthday event. I think that it is a wonderful event for the community to bring the community together and to showcase the diversity of our community, stated Marsha Roa, Public Information Manager for the City of Diamond Bar.

Showstoppers... AJ Rafael and Andrew Garcia perform in the amphitheater to support the Pennies for Patients Drive. Ashley

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In a Los Angeles nursing home, a woman named Gertrude Baines celebrated her 115th birthday on April 6. She was recognized as the worlds oldest person by Guinness World Records. Baines received a letter from President Obama and spent her birthday at the Western Convalescent Hospital. An Australian cattle dog went missing four months ago after falling off a ship. The dog was later found on a lone island earlier this month. During the four months that she was on the island, she ate feral goats. The dog is now safe at home with her owners. According to the California Highway Patrol, a 23-yearold woman in Boulder Creek, California was driving her boss Ferrari when she drove too fast on a curve and flipped the car. The woman received no injuries, but the car ended up with damages of an estimated $125,000. In Yunlin County, Taiwan, a highway lane was shut down and speed limits were lowered to help ensure the safe migration of thousands of milkweed butterflies. Safety nets were also used to help the butterflies cross the highway so that they could continue to migrate north of the island.

Science Olympiad Participates in State Competition


Orrin Belden, Henry Chen, Nimisha Ganesh, Max Hung, and Brandon Sim; juniors Aaron Ahn, Derek Chang, Austin Chen, Jusuk Lee, Gary Li, Katherine Liu, Diana Mar, Emily Miller, and Yui Toyama; Adeel Mohammadi and seniors Eugene Chao, Asst. Editorial Editor Sweet Song, and Eric Wong. Diamond Bar High Schools Because a member could not Science Olympiad team placed attend the state competition, 18th overall at the 24th Annual junior Roger Huang joined the Southern California Science team as an alternative. Fonseca commented, This Olympiad Competition held on is only our third year competing Saturday, April 18. The competition was held in Science Olympiad and its our at Cal State University, Long first time having gone to state. Beach and was a full-day With each year we have more experience and the students event. The team is jointly coached are better prepared. by science teachers Rachel It is only our first time, so Fonseca, Irene Frank, Richard I think we did fairly well. There Goya, and Angela Jensvold. were actually a lot of experienced Members include sophomores schools competing, so we had Continued from page 1 HOTEL: Prom nominees will participate in Prom week. talking about it, commented Class of 2010 Advisor Shari DeCambra. The Prom Expo was arranged to make the students prom preparations easier. There will be three salons, five limousine companies, two florists, one tanning company, and three tuxedo rental businesses at the Prom Expo. Any proceeds from this event will go toward prom. Its a day for students to make appointments so they dont have to drive all the way [to the vendor], stated junior class Historian Agnes Lee. The prom court will be announced at the Prom Expo. Throughout this week, tickets will be $170 with two activity cards, $174 with one activity card, and $178 without activity cards. The last week to get tickets will be from Monday, May 4, to Friday, May 8, for $174 with two activity cards, $178 with one activity card, and $182 without activity cards. Tickets are available in the USB room. I picture Prom as the most amazing night in high school history. When you walk through the door, everything sparkles; its something that you want to make last [and] never forget, commented freshman Vanessa Yniguez. KNOWLEDGE: The Science Olympiad team participated in 23 events, including Ecology, Chemistry Lab, and Forensics. The team will not be proceeding to the national competition. a disadvantage. We worked really hard, but I guess we could have worked harder and not procrastinated, said Liu. Because the team scored 18th place overall, they will not be able to proceed to the national competition. Only Troy High School from Fullerton, who won first place overall at the state competition, will be invited to compete at the nationals that will be held in mid-May in Augusta, Georgia. The competition included 23 different events in all fields of science, including exams, labs, and physical tests of previously built mechanisms, such as a model electric car and bridge. The team is only allowed to have 15 students, so most members participate in more than one activity. The

Continued from page 1 DELAY: Obama plans to remove illegal immigration incentives. the opportunity to legally the war in Iraq and other foreign become citizens of the United policy issues. Until these matters States, the government would are stable, Obama will continue further stimulate the economy. putting off immigration reform. Immigrants would be able to There are currently 12 attain legitimate jobs, start their million illegal immigrants in the own businesses, and pay taxes U.S., many of whom do not hold to the government. legitimate jobs, which creates Reform in immigration a substantial deficiency in the policies would allow immigrants amount of annual tax dollars. to legally purchase houses, Many Americans also believe fueling the housing market that immigrants are taking job and, in turn, the economy. opportunities that should instead With immigration reform, the go to American citizens. government could potentially His good intentions to fix gain access to an enormous the economy, by putting aside pool of workers and their taxes, immigration reform, would thus feeding the economy. benefit from a wider scopeone Leading President Obamas that includes immigration reform. list of priorities and deterring him Until then, American citizens will from current immigration reform suffer the consequences of an is the state of the economy. Also inadequate immigration policy heading his list of priorities are and a dwindling economy.

competition was the culmination of a year of preparation by the Science Olympiad team. After having qualified for the state competition on February 28 at the Los Angeles County regional competition, the team prepared for the state competition throughout March and April. Much of the teams activities are student-driven. Frank commented, Its completely up to the students. We [teachers] provide them with space to meet, but they have to do the studying or building or experimenting on their own. Ahn stated, We werent expecting much at the state competitions. We just had a good time. Its about the experience. The competition was pretty intense. Continued from page 1 MONEY: About 300 people attend Casino Night each year. [we are] not going to raise enough money for things we need this year, said Vernon. Last year, Casino Night raised $75,000 for DBHS. The money was used to create a computer lab, renovate DBHS stadium, build an air-conditioning system in the gym, and pay for all of the computers and sound systems at DBHS. [Casino Night] is a really fun event. I expect to just have fun and I hope to have a lot of parent support. We put in a lot of care into the details to make [this event] really special, commented Secretary of the Brahma Foundation Susan Craig.

be exchanged for gifts. Lady Chairperson of the Brahma Foundation Susie Vernon organized preparations for this event. I hope we raise a lot of money, commented Vernon. Its a first-class event [and] everyone that goes has a wonderful time. The Brahma Foundation consists of parents and community members who help organize Casino Night. This fundraiser occurs once a year, usually in the first week of May. About 300 people attend Casino Night each year. I think all the parents from DBHS should come to [Casino Night]. Without Casino Night,

Continued from page 1 FOREIGN: Each French student expected different learning experiences from their visit. students. I wanted to be able to expand my French and to experience another culture, Harb stated. Theres a huge language barrier, but it was a lot of fun. The students were from Notre Dame des Blanches Lyce Catholique de Pontlevoy, a Catholic school in Pontlevoy, France. It cost about $1,430 for each French student to come to America. They stayed in California for a total of two weeks and left Diamond Bar Monday, April 20. Throughout their last week in America, they traveled to places like Palm Springs,San Diego, and Laguna Beach. The whole experience was really fun and interesting because I got to experience a lot of the French culture even though they were staying with us in America, said Lau.

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Pro: OC Clinic Contract Suspension
Desiree Wang Asst. Feature Editor The proliferation of so-called sex education in abortion centers makes it no surprise that Americas abortion rates are among the highest in developed countries. With clinics like Planned Parenthood providing a system of education that condones sexual promiscuity and encourages over-reliance upon fallible contraceptives, it is no wonder that there are an astounding number of unwanted teen pregnancies. Only recently has Orange County been one of the few counties to suspend a funding contract with Planned Parenthood. This move was rightly executed and other counties in California should follow Orange Countys example and likewise suspend whatever contract or afliation they have with abortion centers. The youth of today are ironically encouraged to engage in sexual activity when they are taught to depend upon contraception as a safety net. Abstinence and marital sex topics only slightly touched upon in sex educationare believed to be obsolete and irrelevant. This reality is unfortunate, for abstinence and marital sex are the only fool-proof methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Because no birth control is fail-proof, teens feel that they are always welcome to come back to remove the problem. Contracts with the government that allocate funds for abortion centers only reinforce the idea that something as horrendous as abortion is an acceptable way to solve the problem. Abortion, a topic subject to much controversy, should play no role in the government. Ultimately, abortion clinics should not be able to list the government as one of its nancial sponsors. Just as there is a separation between church and state, there ought to be a partition between government and something as morally questionable as abortion. Orange County was irrefutably correct in its act of severing nancial ties to Planned Parenthood, ending the endorsement of a dubious organization. There is something wrong with the idea of having prolife advocates hard-earned tax dollars going towards abortion centers like Planned Parenthood. The sensitive subject of abortion has both adamant supporters as well as pro-life advocates who strongly disagree with abortion. It is unfair for non-supporters to have their tax money put to use on something that they do not at all support. Planned Parenthoods false ideology condones sexual promiscuity by offering a quick, simple, and utterly emotionless solution to the problem by killing an innocent child, and it is truly the source of many social ills. It is unconstitutional to use taxpayers dollars towards an objective in which many, especially in a conservative district like Orange County, may not support. Teens that are educated about safe sex at an abortion center will no doubt feel that they are able to return in the case of an unwanted pregnancy. The government must tread carefully around matters such as abortion, being careful not to intrude upon the personal concerns of the American taxpayer. With much support from Orange County residents to back the decision, the Orange County Supervisors made a prudent choice in suspending the contract which provided nances to Planned Parenthood. As a mostly conservative county, Orange Countys decision to end the contract only reected the views of the residents. Orange Countys suspension of the Planned Parenthood contract is a byproduct of the voice of the people who have the right to nullify that which contradicts their morals. The entire country would do well to follow the example of Orange County by severing whatever legal ties are holding them responsible for the death of infants.

A New Coat of Paint


Justin Kong Asst. Feature Theme Editor America seems to be going through some of its worst times, and is no longer the once highly respected nation it once was. Actions that America has taken over the past years have caused foreign countries to question American goals and intentions. In order to maintain a positive global image and reestablish international trust, President Barack Obama has made several changes in foreign policy. M a n y have argued that Americans i g n o r e the global opinion of the United States. However, the American image is crucial and changes to the worldwide image of America have become necessary. It is essential for the US to maintain a positive image on the global stage. George W. Bushs call for the invasion of Iraq in 2002 as a War on Terror was unsubstantiated as Iraq did not hold WMDs like he had reasoned, causing the loss of thousands of innocent American and Iraqi lives. Before the invasion, America was respected by countries worldwide, but this respect gradually diminished as foreign countries increasingly opposed Americas tactics against terrorism and caused foreign nations to question Americas true intention for the war. Under the Bush administration, America was not the iconic country it used to be, but rather a giant bully desperate to display its role as a superpower. As our image and reputation faltered, America began to feel problems internally. The US economy is experiencing one of its worst downturns in history. We are facing much opposition and skepticism concerning its power in the world. Vladimir Putin, the prime minister of Russia, criticized America for its inability to deal with the global nancial crisis. Various nations may refuse to make any transactions or connections dealing with America. Without the projection of a positive image, Americas foreign relations and policies will gradually crumble. As the face of America begins to lose its high recognition of leadership and power, America falters in its dominance worldwide, making the reestablishment of a positive American image crucial to Americas survival. Americans who argue against the need to maintain a positive image are promoting isolationism, or the detachment from affairs outside of the nation. Because America is dependent on foreign countries, America will suffer without proper communication with other countries. To repair the nations image, the Obama administration has removed the phrase War on Terror entirely from its vocabulary, replacing the term with the euphemism Overseas Contingency Operations. By doing this, Obama is attempting to create a renewed global respect for the country. Before our nations positive reputation ceases to exist altogether, Obama must make the necessary steps to building better relationships with foreign nations. This is crucial for Americas role as a respected superpower and for its welfare. The foundation of America and its policies relies heavily upon how the world views the U.S. and its institutions. As America prevails through these times of hardship, now more than ever, the formation of a positive American image is vital for our countrys prosperity. Improving the American image is the rst step in recreating America as the highly respected nation it formerly was; it is essential for our country to be recognized as a powerful and peaceful one all around the world.

Con: OC Clinic Contract Suspension


Sharon Lin Asst. Editorial Editor The topic of abortion has always been subject to controversy. Though there are many different beliefs surrounding the issue of abortion, religious beliefs and moral qualms should not interfere with county politics like it did when Orange County supervisors suspended a contract with Planned Parenthood because the facility provided abortions. This decision needs to be reevaluated because it was clearly based on personal religious beliefs without any regard to the health benets of Orange County residents whatsoever. The grant mentioned in the contract was part of a $7.5 million agreement with the Orange County Coalition of Community Clinics. It had been issued earlier without any opposition until supervisor John Moorlach realized that Planned Parenthood was one of the clinics receiving the grant. None of the supervisors had spoken of any disagreements to the contract before Moorlach raised his voice, and nobody had shown any disapproval to the contract eight years ago, when it was rst instated. After a long debate, two other supervisors cited their Roman Catholic beliefs as their reasoning and voted on suspending the contract. Supervisors should look beyond moral superiority when dealing with county politics. The issue of abortion should not play a part in this situation at all because Planned Parenthood is not just an abortion clinic, as seen by the supervisors; it is a nonprot organization that provides abortions when necessary as one of their many health procedures. They provide breast examinations and sex education for teens and preteens as a valuable service. Planned Parenthood is a vital part of the community that will not be able to fully complete its purpose without the money provided in the contract. The most important aspect of Planned Parenthood is the sex education program. This program is meant to reach out to younger citizens and prevent unwanted pregnancies before it is too late. Without the nancial support guaranteed in the contract, Planned Parenthood will no longer be able to provide citizens with this valuable education. This sudden contract breakage came with no warnings and was only brought up to appease the conservative mindsets of Orange County supervisors. Contrary to the supervisors belief, suspending the contract will not lessen the demand for abortions. Without the education that Planned Parenthood offers, young adults will be more likely to engage in sexual activities without any protection. It is unacceptable for county representatives to act according to their religious beliefs without rst considering the consequences. The unwarranted suspension will cause citizens to lose faith in the countys decisions and provoke future backlash against the board. The Orange County Board of Supervisors is overstepping its authority and allowing their fear of promoting an imperfect image to interfere with the contract. Supervisors are not looking out for the county and its citizens; they are abusing their power to stop a procedure that they personally view as immoral. However, what it comes down to in the end is that supervisors should not allow their religion to interfere with county politics. It seems as though the Orange County Board of Supervisors has abandoned their responsibilities as respected ofcials in order to create a county that meets their religious standards. It is unfair for any America citizen to have religious beliefs pushed upon them. Supervisors need to open their eyes to their responsibilities as unbiased, civil servants and carry out their duties so that citizens can once again enjoy the many benets Planned Parenthood offers.

Eye of the Editors


In light of dismal economic conditions, educational funding has been cut to such a degree that as of the 2009-2010 school year, Diamond Bar High School students will not be allowed to take more than six classes. Elective courses have been slashed and class periods have been reduced. Schedule cramming has long been a staple for the overachieving, overburdened student, and these elective cuts are a blessing in disguise that removes some pressure from an increasingly competitive college application process. It is understandable that all public sectors should feel the strain of a nearly bankrupt California, and while sacricing education seems to indicate a lack of foresight, the funding cuts will only be temporary and will not prevent students from taking core classes. Even without district enforcement, elective classes such as band and orchestra would still be downsized since much of their funding comes from outside donations, charity which can be ill-afforded in todays hostile economic environment. University of California ofcials have ofcially reported that admissions selectivity at most UC campuses has increased this year, and acceptance rates have reached an eight year low. Under different circumstances, college-bound students would have become so frenzied by this news that school administrators would have been bombarded by requests for 8-period days and extra weekend sessions. But with yearly schedules capped, a decrease in summer school courses offered, and the funding for community colleges trimmed, students seeking to get ahead will be denied, allowing them to balance their lives out with more community service and more time devoted to friends and family. Less schoolwork means time for a job, more attention to extracurricular activities, and the opportunity to explore the adult world. Students will be challenged to think of more innovative ways to increase their appeal to college admissions ofcers, and the community will indubitably benet from this. A balanced, well-rounded high school career is precisely what colleges are looking for, not transcript stufng. Until the global economy stabilizes, everybody Diamond Bar High School students includedwill have to adapt to changing conditions. There is a silver lining to these budget cuts; students should take a step back, stop their complaining, and rise up to meet the challenge.

I have to take more classes than I want next year because they do not have a lot of classes for summer school. I also dislike the fact that some good teachers are being red because of the cuts. Camille Tecson, Junior The cuts are not really affecting me, but I am sure that there are people that are getting affected. Maybe some of the athletic programs will be cut. Rocco Rizzo, Freshman It is unfair how some classes and programs like Photography and French are being cut back on while others are not. Jack Zhai, Sophomore

I am forced to drop either dance, drama, or French: all things that I love. I am also forced to give up certain academic classes that might be important for me to get into good UCs. Megan McMillan, Sophomore It gives us less electives to choose from because that is what they are cutting back on. Classes are also going to be bigger, which I do not like because I feel like I will not be able to get the help I need. Victoria Leung, Sophomore It causes the learning environment to feel uncomfortable, but I do not really mind the cuts otherwise. Henry Chen, Sophomore

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Seize the Seas
Katie Lee Editorial Cartoonist It sounds like a story from centuries ago: unsafe seas for sailors, pirates boarding merchant ships, sailors fending off maniacal, armed pirates. It is happening now off the coast of Somalia, and the stories are unfolding on the news. Recently a U.S. merchant ship was captured by pirates off the coast of Somalia, and the crew and captain were held hostage. Clearly, action must be taken to protect international citizens from falling into the hands of these wanton criminals. The only tenable solution is a multipronged attack comprising of a military attack and a concurrent political component backed by the United Nations. The lack of government in Somalia enables the pirates to control the coastline and domestic industry. The United Nations must support a strong Somalian government so that the pirates will be held in check and will receive appropriate punishment. The pull is the money and the push side of this equation is the extreme poverty that forces Somalian youths to become pirates. These factors have converged to conspire against law and order off the Horn of Africa, thereby spawning the attacks of pirates. Action must be taken to aid innocent Somalians and protect them from organized crime. Governments around the world are twiddling their thumbs and being indecisive, fearing that military intervention will turn North Korea into the UNs Iraq. Of course, military action by itself would be ineffective because pirate territory extends 1.1 million square miles. A blind military incursion attacks only the symptom, not the disease, namely the lack of a functional government. The proposal to solve the problem solely through diplomacy is also untenable. Not only is it sound to deal with a government infiltrated by the pirate menace, political change with all its red tape and compromises, takes time. The solution must be a multinational, multi-pronged approach with concentrated military efforts along with a plan for political reconstruction of the Somalian government. The UN must oversee the iniative because the pirate problem involves many nations that utilize these shipping lanes and would benet greatly from stability in Somalia. If a functional government does not exist, international pressure and aid are not possible. Hence, multinational, UN-backed political sanctions are necessary to ensure that the warlords, who obtained their power through fear and oppression, become ineffective and are purged. Thus, an effective strategy must involve the execution of targeted Special Forces military attacks at sea and bases on land, along with the international political pressure and rebuilding of the Somalian government. One rogue nation could disrupt trade and the economic well-being of many other countries, including that of the global superpowers. Swift action must be taken to restore law to the Horn of Africa through multinational solidarity. The pirates land bases must be effaced; the assets frozen, and their livelihoods threatened. The UN must let these criminals know that the world will not let their atrocious behavior go unpunished.

Blazing Trails of Satire

Dont Show Them the Money


Adeel Mohammadi Asst. Editorial Editor With the tough economic times our countryfor that matter, the whole worldis experiencing, Americans have become less stingy and have sacrificed elements from their restrictive system of individualistic capitalism, rejecting obstinate individualism and, in modest steps, accepting domestic humanitarianism. However, they are still wary of international humanitarianism. Starving Americans are reassured when they see the good intentions of their compassionate neighbors. The worst of times truly brings about the best in people, and we can see that we have no need to worry about economic instability when we are surrounded by so many who are willing to give up their capitalistic ideology to help their fellow countrymen, but have enough self-respect to never stoop low enough to donate to international causes. Americans have seen a surge in domestic humanitarianism; we are willing to forfeit our pigheaded capitalism to aid our Donald Trump has gotten involved by donating a few cents to the Pennies for Patients cause. I n t e r n a t i o n a l humanitarianism before the economic meltdown can be blamed for the tough scal conditions we are seeing now because Americans put money into overseas charities, they took capital from the American homeland and instead fostered the growth of international economies. But now that we have learned from our mistakes, we need to worry about our poor pets, who suffer silently from our scal negligence; they are perhaps the neediest of all victims, far more deserving of our money than starving villagers in some remote village. In spite of all the suffering we see around the globe, we proudly immerse ourselves in our own domestic suffering. While desperate high school seniors are despairing about the prospect of not receiving university nancial aid, millions of destitute, famished individuals are dying around the world. But we should not let that bother uscapitalism has taught us to let nature do its selection, to weed out the unt and leave behind the scally strong. And so, while we watch the hungry die, we do so knowing that we will be enhancing the gene pool for future generations. Individualism also makes Americans feel competitive and accomplished. Seeing other people die makes Americans feel goodin an interview, a desperate American housewife explained, When the economy suffers, I nd it difcult to keep my luxury car from being repossessed and my suburban house from being foreclosed on. But since hungry children in Africa are dying by the minute, it makes me feel better thinking that at least Im not dead. Their suffering is my solace. Americans are a resilient and ingenious peoplewe will find ways to survive the economic crisis, even if we have to resort to stealing or utilizing government bailouts. Our unfaltering allegiance to the capitalistic motto looking out for number one has manifested itself in our disregard for foreign sufferers, unworthy of our dynamic dollars. It would be downright un-American to help international sufferers when Americans proudly assert Ask not what you can do for them, but what you can do for us.

fellow Americans. We proudly contribute to causes that will help our country, like American Cancer Society and Doctors without Stethoscopes. Even

Out of the Box Angela Merkel is Germanys prime Apparently, wealthy Texans are used minister, Hillary Clinton is secretary to going 180 hours without sleep. of state, and Afghan women are Torture? No.. forced by law to have sex with their Adeel Mohammadi husbands. Sweet progress.

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Letter to the Editor

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Going Ballistic
Yufeng Luo Editorial Editor Since North Koreas longrange rocket launch earlier this month, the rogue nation has forcibly removed United Nations weapons inspectors and has threatened the international community with merciless punishment. While that is most certainly an empty threat, pigheaded saber-rattling is no longer a method of diplomacy and should neither be appeased nor tolerated by the United Nations. Governments around the world, especially the United States, China, and Russia must make a unied, hard-lined stand against this malicious and deliberate disturbance of global stability. North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il is no doubt trying to make a show of force to the new Obama administration, attempting to earn fearful respect for himself and his regime. But with a starving, oppressed populace, the North Korean government cannot be accepted let alone respected by the global community. The fact that Kim Jong Il and his cohorts hold nuclear armament above feeding the people paints the North Korean government as a tyrannical establishment that must not be appeased any longer. While any foreign operation aimed at invading and liberating another nation is improbable, the world powers have the clout to pressure North Korea into backing down. Following a similar 2006 missile launch, UN sanctions were laid out to restrict trade between North Korea and surrounding nations. However, neither China nor Russia followed through with these sanctions and both nations have been reluctant to castigate North Korea for its recent behavior. It is foolish of the Chinese and Russian governments to sacrice global stability for economic gain, and now that North Korea is that much closer to nuclear proliferation, the Eastern powers must realize how dangerous it is to have a potentially belligerent nation at their doorstep. Not only should they take measures to stringently enforce the UN sanctions, China and Russiausually North Koreas alliesmust take a clear stand against Kim Jong Il. If the North Korean government has chosen to escalate the conict by threatening neighbors and rebufng negotiation efforts, then perhaps seeing former allies arranged against it will force these instigators to rethink their position. The media attention and inconsequential UN censure has only reinforced the North Korean governments mentality that by creating a crisis, the world will let them leave the negotiation table with more than they came with. There needs to be no negotiation with Kim Jong Il on this, the third occasion that North Korea has threatened the world. Restrictive sanctions need to be laid down and obeyed by all nations, and increased political pressure must be exerted to make sure that UN food and medical supplies are reaching the starving populace instead of being seized and sold at an inated price by corrupt ofcials. North Korea cannot make threats and expect the civilized world to give it free rein. Be it a cry for attention or a plot to inspire respect and recognition from other nations, North Korea has crossed the boundary of tolerable conduct. The United States, China and Russia must realize that it is up to them to follow through. In this postCold War era, there is no place for nuclear standoffs or rogue nations taking on the rest of the world, and North Korea must be made to understand this.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

secret
Pia Kochhar Feature Editor Ive been on Youtube for the past ten minutes replaying Vitamin Cs Graduation song over and over again in hopes of arousing some sort of sentimental feelings about high school, but it doesnt seem to be working. Dont get me wrong, its not like high school completely sucked. It only kind of sucked. But Im not going to sit here and just whine about teachers who cant teach and people who walk slowly in the hallways (but seriously, that aint cool) because frankly, I think Ive been doing enough of that these past four years. I now present to you the new and improved Pia. The OPTIMISITIC Pia! Who knows how long this new mindset will last. A year? Five minutes? Whatever. But as of this exact instant in time, I am SO excited for life! Despite the fact that America seems to be going down the pothole, I just know that everything will be okay in the end. You see, thats just the way optimistic people think. Seriously though, I cant wait for college. I cant wait to study abroad. I cant wait to meet new people. I cant wait to learn how to surf (I mean, um, swim). And the list goes on and on. And as crazy as it sounds, I cant wait to get out of Diamond Bar is not on my idealistic list of crap. Because if it werent for DB I would drink chai lattes instead of boba, I would be happy with a B+ on my report card, I would think student government is dedicated to making the world a better place, and I would not be so freakin excited to actually meet WHITE people in college! Okay, I lied. I seriously cant wait to get out of Diamond Bar, but I dont hate it. High school would be nothing without the people, even the stupid and ignorant ones, because they make you feel smarter and boost your selfesteem. Heres to more of these people in the future, so my inated head can get even bigger. To the people I like: Maybe our paths will cross again someday. To the people I dont like: I hope you become better at life. Then to the special people: Mr. Roubian, Im sorry Im such a horrible person and Im sorry for using you; Mr. Moran, I want to be like you when I grow up; PAP, I miss our tea parties. We need to watch Love Actually again and do yoga. Journalism Girls, The 90s will NEVER die in our hearts! Late night karaoke, random adventures on deadline nights, therapy sessions, Dont Stop Believing with the windows rolled down, $5 striped vnecks at Old Navy, and FOOD! Thanks for all the memories. Ever since I was a freshman, I couldnt wait to write my senior column. It was supposed to be this brilliant piece of work that would dene my high school experience. It was practically the reason I joined journalism. But now, I dont really care so much. High school is what it is. Theres no need to analyze it all. I had good times. I had bad times. And now, Im just ready to move on to that fabulous life awaiting me.

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body oddities
and straight hair means that you are sensitive and cultured while thick and wavy hair means you A huge nose, small eyes, are strong-willed and have high and a longer second toe principles. You might want to these are all physical features think twice before you change that can be found on people, your hair now. but what do they really mean? Many people are big on Is it possible that something as eyes, but what do you think they common as an attached ear- reveal? Those that have large lobe is actually a looking glass eyes are friendly, open, and into a perwarm-hearted, Do you have... sons perand those that sonalhave small - Attached or detached earlobes ity, hopes, eyes are direct a n d but not very - A big nose or a small nose dreams? outgoing. Is it posHave you - Big eyes or small eyes sible to inever been terpret all caught playing - Straight hair or curly hair this by just with your ears? looking at Do you ick body feayour earlobes tures? Baloney! Or is it as a source of fun? Those with Over many years, people detached earlobes are believed have come to believe that to have more fun, but it doesnt body features can reveal an in- mean that those with attached dividuals personality. Although lobes cant have fun too. Those many accept this as true, just with detached earlobes are also as many doubt it. According said to be harmonious while to the art of body reading, the those with attached earlobes physical attributes of a person are said to be skilled with hancan reveal their character, at- dling delicate situations. titude, and sometimes even In todays culture, the destiny. phrase, Never judge a book For most people, when by its cover, does not exactly looking at someone, the rst pertain anymore. With so many thing they notice is a persons people in society linking body face, recognizing a persons features to personality traits, nose, hair, eyes, and ears rst. the prospect of judging a perSome believe that those who son based solely on their looks have big noses are hardwork- may seem intriguing, but make ing and energetic. If you have sure to actually get to know the a small nose, youre endearing person before you make any and very thoughtful. major decisions. All this inforNowadays, changing your mation could be true, but there hair style is as common as are always exceptions. So the changing your clothes, but you next time you look at someone, should think back to your natu- make sure to take a good look ral hair because it can reveal a because you never know what lot about your personality. Fine their features could reveal. Ashley Ahn Contributing Staff Writer

Legend has it that on a gloomy day in 1833, Peter Dromgoole inexplicably disappeared from the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, never to be seen again. The Order of Dromgoole was formed in his honor. According to one of the founders, William W. Davies, the name was later changed to the Order of Gimghoul in accord with midnight and graves and weirdness. Apart from preserving the legend of Dromgoole, the Order upholds the ideals of chivalry and knighthood. For a meeting place, nothing regular would do for such an exclusive group. So the Order built a castle on the site that Dromgoole was rumored to be murdered. But as with all secret societies, not just anyone can join the Order. Sorry ladies, but membership is limited by invitation only to males, juniors or higher, and faculty.

UNC Chapel Hill

Perhaps the most famous of all secret societies, Yale Universitys Skull and Bones has inspired books, movies, and even Simpsons episodes. Formed in 1832, the society has produced many notable alumni, including U.S. senators, CIA members, and presidents of this here United States. All Bonesmen are given secret names to use only within the society. Examples include Magog, assigned to George H.W. Bush for having the most sexual experience, and Temporary, given to George W. Bush. Meetings are held in a building called the Tomb, where the Bonesmen uphold traditions like singing special anthems, discussing their sex lives, and talking about themselves. The Skull and Bones members even go by their own time when inside the Tombve minutes ahead of the rest of the world.

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Boy: Dude, good. mucus

Secretly creating a society to create and maintain a stronger feeling for Cornell and to promote closer and stronger friendships among members of the senior class, certain young men in the Cornell class of 1890 decided to call themselves the Sphinx Head Society. Since the founding of the society, membership has been reserved for the most respected members of the senior class. It is no surprise that a majority of the Sphinx Head Societys members have honorary membership, a.k.a rst dibs, to the highly esteemed administrative, faculty, and Board of Trustees positions offered at Cornell. While the Sphinx Head Society claims to have closely guarded secrets and traditions, it has created the Dragon Day and Slope Day Celebration, which are among the many school-wide events that Cornell holds annually.

Cornell

It was a football game like any other at the University of Virginia; that is, until a man in a black cape parachuted onto the eld and presented a $14,777.77 check to the class presidents. A letter instructed students to submit written proposals as to how the money should be spent to have a meaningful impact on the university community. The culprits? The Seven Society. Not much is known about this societymembers are revealed only after their deaths, as Robert F. Kennedy was after his assassination. The apparent goal of the society is to promote learning and morality, as evidenced by its past gifts. So its not just about secret handshakes wearing secret costumes in the secret clubhouse with secret passwordsits about actively promoting and encouraging scholarship and philanthropy.

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shabby; I nearly pitied the stall owners. I would have stuck around for a little bit longer, but scary gangsters started following my mom and me. We swiftly made our way to the nearest exit and walked to our car without speaking a word. All I can say is that the Azusa Swap Meet should only be visited if you were dying on a nearby street and the only way to survive was to visit the swap meet. So, in other words: never.

Nicole Ongpoy Contributing Staff Writer

Every month, we will bring you some of the most ridiculous, hilarious, at-out idiotic, and sometimes insightful things we hear around campus. So bewarewell be listening. smells Girl: Can I throw a churro at her? Boy (to girl): Youre short and youre Irish. That makes you a leprechaun. Girl: If one person kicks a person and that person kicks another person, then that will start a chain reaction of people kicking each other. Boy 1: I got in a ght yesterday... Boy 2: Awesome! Boy 1: What about the mosses that grow on bread? Boy 2: Isnt that mold? Girl 1: You know, shes ordinary pretty not pretty pretty. Girl 2: Yeah, but isnt she so pretty! Boy 1 (on the rst day of STAR testing): Good luck on your test! Boy 2: What test? Boy: I like you cause youre Asian. Girl: That sounded like lightning. Boy: Caucasians are Asians. You dont hear the phrase, Hey guys, lets go to the swap meet! very often. In fact, most people only go to swap meets maybe once or twice in their life because they would rather hang at the mall. When it comes to swap meets, people think of used clothes, irritating stall owners, and cheap and holey shoes. However, there is some charm to swap meets that I have uncovered after visiting two in the surrounding community, but not without some disappointing experiences as well. A swap meet that you should never visit, under any circumstances, is the Azusa Swap Meet in La Puente. The whole place was just rather terrifying. For one thing, I was parked next to a rundown pick-up truck with a hobo sleeping in it. There was also a restaurant nearby with creepy men standing outside smoking. The whole market was deserted and it was only early afternoon. It was so small and

Boy: Fish can have babies?! Boy: Im suddenly attracted to dark-skinned women. Boy 1: Where do white people come from? Boy 2: I dont know where they come from. Boy 1: I guess they come from Whiteland. Boy: Wait, are you uent in ebonics? Boy: I dont need to take biology to become a doctor! Teacher: In Spain they have a tradition where they throw tomatoes at each other. Boy: Were in a recession and theyre throwing tomatoes at each other?! Boy: I wonder what your dog would look like without a face. Girl: What the heck is a naval war? A war against bellybuttons? Girl: Almonds grow on trees?!

Azusa Swap Meet

Much better than the last swap meet, the next one I attended was located in Pomona and there were no signs of creepy people. This swap meet mostly appeals to young guys, as it has items such as neon skateboards and cheap accessories for the Xbox360 and the Wii. And if you are in desperate need to improve the look of your car, many accessories for your seats

Pomona Swap Meet

and steering wheel are available at really reasonable prices. The most enjoyable stalls of the whole swap meet would have to be the food stalls. After a long, hard day of haggling with stubborn stall-owners, turning toward food stands, lled with cheap nachos and other Mexican delights, is the perfect relief. The stalls not only had the typical sugary and sweet, long churros, but also Mexican, wheel-shaped churros. An affordable snack that cost only $1.25 was also available; you could add lemon juice and chili powder to make spicy yet delicious chips. Sure, you cant compare the air-conditioned and branded shops at the mall to swap meets, but swap meets have a special lure about them. They allow you to explore a wide range of affordable clothes in a small area. Finding a great pair of shoes or a fabulous blouse in a shabby, old wooden stall is like nding a diamond in the rough, and you get the same feeling too. Go out and adventure into one of the many swap meets in the surrounding community and you will be surprised!

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No Mo Fro!
Andrew John Asst. Sports Editor him, turn around, and nally shout, Hey Andrew! I did not mind that my friends did not recWord has already spread ognize me. I was not really suraround the school like wildre, prised. I mean, I probably would but for those people who have not have recognized myself with not heard the news yet, I, An- short hair. drew John, the Asian boy with I am denitely going to miss the afro, have nally cut my all of the funny questions that hair. Remember back in October I constantly received about my when I said that I would donate afro. I will no longer get the Can my hair? Well, that time nally I touch it? questions, and especame. Sure, it was denitely a cially the unforgettable Are you pretty big change for me. But I half-black? questions. And I am think I am unfortunately starting to going to have get used to nd new to life with ways to start ordinary, conversations short hair. with new peoIt used ple, especially to be that girls. They aleveryone ways seemed would say to be the most to me, Lacking locks of love... Andrew poses f a s c i n a t e d Leanne Fan with my hair. Oh my without his afro. gosh! I love your hair! Now evThe other aspect of my hair eryone is saying, Oh my gosh! that I am going to miss is the big Your hair! Sure, they sound chunk of my identity that it made alike, but actually, the rst up. Before, when a person did phrase is talking about my afro, not know who I was, that person whereas the second is about at least knew who the Asian guy my afro being gone. with the afro was. Now there At rst, it was harder for is only regular Andrew. Now I other people to get used to look like any normal Asian kid, my new hair cut than it was for except maybe for the fact that I me. Some of my friends did not still have curly hair. But it is sad even recognize me. I would see knowing that I will not stand out a friend during passing period, in a crowd anymore. greet him, and he would greet Even with all of the negativme back quickly and without ity, I think I will get used to this much thought. However, after fro-less life. My hair will evenwe had separated for a few tually grow back. Until then I steps, he would suddenly real- guess Ill have to be the Asian ize that it was me who greeted kid who used to have the afro. to give back, Abad said. The princesses must keep up their appearances, always behaving appropriately and giving back to the city. The girls all continue to learn from the experience. [The pageant has given me a] different outlook on life, more condence and knowledge, and has helped me to grow as a person,

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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Laura Moftt Contributing Staff Writer

the Concerts in the Park. [I hope to] give back to the community, meet a lot of new Who says you have to be people, adults mostly, and just of royal blood to be an ofcial have fun. said Perez regarding princess? These Diamond Bar her term as a princess. princesses strut their stuff all Both Abad and Perez have over town and they are just like been involved in community seryou and me. vice for several years. [I particiThis year, Miss Diamond pated in the pageant] because Bar, senior Chelsea Tadros of I have been involved in comSaint Lucys, and munity serher princesses junior vice since I Crystal Myung; past was 13 and Diamond Bar High as you get School graduate Juolder it gets lia Chu; junior Jacharder to quelyn Abad; and nd ways senior Ivania Perez to help out. stand tall as the royMiss Diaal court of Diamond mond Bar Bar. To earn their and her crowns and sashes court do tons these girls had to go of communithrough formal gown ty service so and swimsuit comit seemed petitions, individual like a great interviews with a way to give judge, and stage Princess Diaries...The new Miss Diamond Bar court strikes back to the www.missdiamondbarpageant.org community, questions. The court their rst pose. was crowned on said Abad. March 29 in Diamond Bar High commented Abad. The girls are presented with Schools theater, with over 250 Myung said, [I have many opportunities by being on onlookers adding to the pres- learned] how to walk in heels the court. Tadros will receive sure. thats a big thingand how im- $1,600 in scholarships. Now that the girls have portant a rst impression is be[Being on the court] remade it through the pageant, cause your rst impression will ally sets you apart, not just on they will begin their work for the always be the one that people college applications but just in city. They must not only keep remember. meeting people, commented up with their intense class work, The girls will attend over 50 Abad. but also go above and beyond citywide events and act as amThe girls have just to act as positive role models. bassadors for the city. They will started their term but have al[I want to] set a good example participate in events such as the ready participated in several for the younger people and in- citys Easter Egg Hunt, the Dia- city events and are sure to be spire others in the community mond Bar Birthday Party, and wonderful princesses.

Royalty DB

Eliza Pan Feature Editor Sum up high school in 550 words. Gotcha. Im so glad that DBHS has been what its been. Thank the USB gods and goddesses for the little mercies they grant us: membership cards we are pressured into buying in exchange for Sour Patches and cheeseburgers and Korean-dramaweep-story-motivational-speakers at rallies, etc. Oh, I cant possibly write it all down. And Im not being sarcastic. At all. But wait; dont think Ive forgotten you students! Thank you, girls who wear Hollister t-shirts on cloudy days and then complain about how cold it is. Thank you, girls groupies who A) walk slowly or B) stop walking suddenly and snap at people who push past you in crowded hallways. Thank you, boys and girls who say they are 110% Obama supporters! because OMG, HES BLACK! Thank you, LOLers, ROFLcopter-ers, <3-ers, and the latest, FML-ers. There are a lot more of you out there; I love you all, and I am not being sarcastic about this either. Just a few more shout outs to those I love: collegeboard + me = BFFs and besties and FRIENDS FOREVER, college grail quest = cheaters + suckups + hard workers who work for the sake of learning + intelligence = Diamond Bar. Oh, and Im still not being sarcastic. If there were no stupid things to make fun of, how boring would life be? So Im truly grateful for the stupid things at DBtheyve given me something to make fun of and showed me that the best is yet to come. Now for the good stuff. Ill remember the little things about high school: procrastinating by reading a Wikipedia article about jam and then clicking on a link to kiwi jam which leads to an article about a famous child named Kiwi which leads to an article about the migration patterns of turtles which leads to an article about the assassination of some D-list Bollywood actress which leads to an article about how Eliza Pan spent hours on Wikipedia, trying to get people to understand my Rossunagi references, wasting time untagging unattering pictures and cyber-stalking friends, destroying self-esteem by reading College Condential for hours, and thats what she said. And the things that give me a tingly feeling inside (gimme a loud AWWW): trying on ugly outts, shouting and screaming at various book/movie openings, taking cute-as-crap photo booth and stair pictures, screaming car rides and grocery store visits, making other people carry crap on beach trips, loving/hating concerts and musicals and movies, kidnappings and vandalism on birthdays or special events or just because, exploring L.A. and Lone Pine and Santa Monica and various parks, resorting to violence at rst available chance, talking (trash and philosophical) while on the phone or lying in the grass or watching the clouds or gazing at stars or staying at a restaurant for hours and hours or resting in a car or falling asleep or sitting out in the hallway or sliding down the banisters. Its all good.

Green Revolution
Justin Kong Asst. Feature Theme Editor Jane Park Asst. A&E Editor

POWER RANGERS
Here come the Power Rangers! These Power Rangers are from Mr. Hongs second period class; but instead of ghting crime with robots, they are ghting the overuse of electricity, paper, and water on campus and in the community. Theyve done away with the body suits in exchange for recycled paper, which they use to create posters advertising their cause. The members hope to help redirect school funds from being spent on the overuse of amenities, Cut down on the amount of electricity you use and always ask your teachers if you can use both sides of the paper for school assignments so you too can become a Power Ranger! Energy and water conservation is really important. I feel like Power Rangers can really have a big impact on our community and our school by saving money. We can help the earth while we help ourselves too, said Power Rangers member Jacqueline Wongso.

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REPLAY
Remember when the only way to get the latest music was to actually go into a store and buy a CD? Did you know that theyre non-biodegradable and harmful to the environment? Mr. Hwangs fourth period class has formed Replay, a group that helps people dispose of their CDs in an environmentally conscience way. Youve probably seen a few of the members in the Upper Quad on Fridays during lunch. They collect your CDs to send to a recycling center. So go ahead and turn in one of your CDs, not just because it will give you the chance to win a trip to Disneyland or Knotts Berry Farm, but because you will be helping to keep our environment safe. REPLAY could denitely have a large impact on the Diamond Bar community and surrounding areas as well. Because the use and discarding of CDs is so widespread, the project we run could be extremely successful, said Replay CEO Megan Simmons.

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DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION


Did you miss the huge clothing exchange event of the year? Students submitted clothing such as old dresses, ties, and vests, from April 13 to April 17. These students then received a voucher allowing them to pick out a new snazzy garment on April 19 that they could use for prom. The event was hosted by Dress Dress Revolution. The group was created in order to help reduce the pollution caused when making formal dresses by recycling and exchanging old dresses. Each formal dress that is created consumes a lot of water and fossil fuels. I really liked this project because you get to learn about different environmental things not put out in your textbook. Its really cool and has a twist on it so that you can really make a impact on your community, said DDR CEO Ava Jahanvash.

The next generation needs to be environmentally aware and help the world around them. This is what Earth2Kids, an educational organization created to spread awareness about the environment, is seeking to achieve. The mission of the organization is to teach elementary school children the importance of a better environment, because good habits are formed at a young age. Earth2Kids presents material to students in hopes that the children will grow up informed about the environment and will make environmentally-conscious decisions. With weekly lessons on environmental topics, Eath2Kids is reaching out to childrenin hopes for a better future. Our group is really cooperative. Were making an impact by teaching the kids about the environment. It is a reward for us too, because its fun to watch the kids learn and to have the opportunity to interact with them every Thursday, said Earth2Kids Advertisement Department Leader Gimin Shon.

Did you know that DBHS spends a whopping $1,719.64 just on paper towels every year? The paper towel consumption and waste hurts the environment and DBHS is paying big bucks for just paper towels. Thus, the group called The Bathroom Brigade has stepped up to address this issue. They are trying to solve this attack against our friendly trees by trying to get Diamond Bar High School to change from using paper towels to using air dryers. The ultimate goal of this group is to get all of the schools in the Walnut Valley Unied School District to switch from paper towels to air dryers. I think our group has been trying really hard to help our money troubles because we recycle every other week. Our group is working really hard and hopefully we will be successful and change DBHS for the better, said Bathroom Brigade CEO Karen Tan.

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Desiree Wang Asst. Feature Editor The entire play is larger than lifeit is a giant cartoon with skewed proportions in the set pieces and designs while also having exaggerated characters with quirky personalities. T h e spring musical combines all of the performing arts to produce a nal product. Many of the props and set designs were designed by stage production, and also by many of the casts Testing nukes...not on Lil Abners watch. own fathers. There will also be a live orches- night. We practice three or four tra to accompany the cast in the hours everyday after school. Its pit of the theater. Its denitely strenuous but we know it will pay fun working with live orchestra off, stated Harb. The actors anticipate the moas opposed to practicing with a recording, commented Taylor ment in which they will showcase Harb. all their hard work. Being able to The cast has been rehears- act in this play is just indescribing relentlessly for the opening ably special to me, commented

More than Meets the


Eunice Lee Parra. Its true, there is never enough time to rehearse. We always run out of time. But we make it work and in the end, it becomes something memorable. This unforgettable play will not only be entertaining to watch, but will also be a learning experience. The play is relatable to the audience as it involves a love story and politics. But more than that, it is also a very daring and beautiful musical with an underlying theme of remaining true to yourself. As actors, we can only really hope that our musical will somehow impact peoples lives, stated Parra.

There are literally millions of people all over the world who play video games, yet the term gamer often receives a negative connotation. This term is often taken far too seriously, as if playing games automatically means that you come with all the positives and negatives of the label gamer. Being a gamer can mean many things, but it doesnt make you less than a person or dictate your personality in any way.

With this generation, and likely the one before it, the term gamer was quickly denounced after it was established. However, nowadays, it is rather easy to find someone who has, at the very least, played a game. Furthermore, its frequent that someone can be found that owns a console or computer, used for gaming. Video gaming can be considered a hobby, a passion, a reprieve, or a career; none of these things are negative in any sense. It is undeniable that some gamers have social issues, or phobias, but these phenomena occur within any person with any affinity, be it academics, exercise, or reading. Gamers often hold negative reputations; theyre seen as a group of people who cannot socialize easily with others and are often disparagingly viewed by society. However, several aspects of our daily lives were once things that were looked down upon, such as reading

An exciting culmination of both comedy and satire, this years spring musical, Lil Abner denitely takes on a whole new approach in bringing entertainment to our campus. The musicals upbeat tempo and comical quips will definitely keep the audience thoroughly engaged and laughing uncontrollably. The play centers on the character Lil Abner and the events that go on in his hokey little town, Dogpatch, USA. Deemed the most unnecessary town in the continental US, the government plans to use the town as the testing ground for nuclear weapons. The fun-loving, uneducated, and hillbilly characters of Dogpatch at rst are ecstatic to be assisting the US government, but later realize that they do not want to leave their beloved town. They use this news as the perfect opportunity to come together and nd something worthwhile in their town that will save them from total nuclear destruction. As the audience watches the play, they will begin to fall in love with the nave, hillbilly characters that are so different from us. The characters are just so incredibly funny. I guarantee that this play will have the entire audience laughing, commented junior Dylan Parra.

Ashley Chen Asst. Photo Editor

Playing A lk at E-bks Footsie


Andrew John Asst. Sports Editor online on the manufacturers respective websites and download books straight onto the e-book. After successfully downloading a book onto the e-book, the reader can then start reading or searchbattles. Original pictures are posted and voters decide the winner based on creativity, originality, and overall style. Competition isnt limited to sneakersmembers can show off their toys, collectibles, and gear as well. Other design contests, blogs, and forums on the site provide yet another medium with which to

Amidst all of the sneaker junkies (sadly, myself included) at Diamond Bar, there is sure to be some discreet competition to see who has the best pair of kicks. But why quietly boast your style when you can show off the pride and glory displayed

for pleasure when you could be working, or having a job when your family had a high-society reputation. Eventually, society got used to these activities, which have come to be not only accepted, but encouraged. As gaming becomes more and more common and develops practicality beyond simply entertainment (such as Wii Fit and tness awareness, or the fact that many Korean generals are Starcraft professionals), it will be easier to accept as common culture, instead of exclusive culture. Some gamers play games to a hazardous degree, but that doesnt mean that they do not have any other interests; gamers have just as much to bring to societys table as movie-goers, readers and bloggers; it is merely a matter of time before they are called to eat.

Courtesy of www.sneakerplay.com on your feet to the vast online share your imaginative ideas. community? However, because Sneakerplay Enter Sneakerplay.com, an is a referral-based sharing online social network founded community, you must receive an in early 2006 where hundreds invite from an existing member o f c o l l e c t o r s , d e s i g n e r s , to join in the fun. enthusiasts, and many more Sneakerplay serves the gather to share their passion for purpose of providing a platform sneakers. Users can upload, for trendsetters and creative tag, and share photos with fellow geniuses alike to share and learn trendsetters as well as browse a about innovations in fashion, large gallery of originals. sports, entertainment, and more. Members engage in some It depicts the lifestyle and street friendly competition as they culture that is embodied by face off against others for the the individuals that drive this best style in sneaker-to-sneaker innovative side of society.

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screen. Another major difference is that FLEPia has color. Amazon In todays age of advanced boasts that its Kindle 2 has a technology, ideas that seemed 16-level gray scale for a sharpimpossible only a few years er, crisper image, but FLEPia ago are now becoming humbles the Kindle a part of daily life. In2 in the display catventors are constantly egory with its range developing ways to enof 260,000 displayhance peoples lives able colors. Howwith convenience and ever, Amazon can be efciency. Now, invenproud in that Kindle 2 tors have come up with has a text-to-speech an electronic book, two feature, which allows of which are the Kindle the e-book to literally 2 from Amazon.com and read the book aloud FLEPia from Fujitsu. to the reader, while Like most electronics FLEPia doesnt. that have two rivaling Besides a few manufacturers, the two more minor differtypes of e-books perences, the two eform the same basic books are not very functions yet still have different. They unique features. So both weigh about what makes one better a pound, and they than the other? are only as thin as As an e-book, each Kindle or FLEPia..no need to ep through the pages. a pencil. The main Ashley Chen one lets a user read a deciding factor for a book by displaying a page of ing through a book for a certain reader interested in e-books is text on its screen. Each uses page or a certain text. the price. e-ink on e-paper with special FLEPia has a few signicant If one is willing to pay around no-glare technology to display a features that really set it apart $1000 plus shipping costs from page almost exactly how it would from the Kindle 2. First off, FLE- Japan for a FLEPia, one will appear in a real book. Both have Pia uses a 768x1024-pixel touch be able to enjoy the advanced wireless Internet connections screen and very few buttons; display of it. Otherwise, the apthat allow the reader to browse Kindle 2 has several little buttons proximate $360 for the Kindle 2 through a vast collection of books and a non-touch 600x800-pixel looks pretty tempting.

The Advantages & Disadvantages of E-Books


-A single e-book reader is easier to carry around than the same books in printed form. -Font size and font face can be adjusted.

Advantages

-E-book readers are more fragile than paper books and more susceptible to physical damage -E-book readers are more likely to be stolen.

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The Soloist
Justin Kong Asst. Feature Theme Editor Joe Wright, the director of Pride and Prejudice and Atonement, has directed a movie so compelling and captivating that the audience cannot help but become entranced with thoughtful sympathy for one of the main characters, Nathani e l Ay e r s J r. a schizophrenic. The African American musical prodigy, played by Jamie Foxx, chooses to dedicate his life to music, specifically his cello studies. Steve Lopez, played by Robert Downey Jr., is a journalist for The Finding a way home...one beat at a time. Los Angeles Times. disability by providing Nathaniel Lopez encounters the trou- with a cello and a place to stay. bled individual by chance on The journalist even goes so far the streets and learns that the as to give Nathaniel the chance homeless man was once a tal- to live his dreams by arranging a ented student from Julliard. The recital at Disney Hall to boost the journalist, whose paper faces musicians condence, although nancial difculty and is laying the event ends badly. While Looff journalists, decides to write pez continues to learn more and a column on Nathaniel, which spurs a relationship between the two. Lopez feels sympathetic for the lonely, homeless man and sets out to help x his mental

THEBUZZ
more about Nathaniels past, his wish to cure Nathaniel of his mental symptoms changes to a desire to become his friend. The pace of the movie is the actors, who convincingly play their roles with a startling authenticity. The structure of the movie and the quality of the performances reflect the experience of the renowned actors and director. The screenplay is also commendable: dialogue is eloquent, frequently giving into suspenseful, smooth transitions. However, nearly every movie has a pitfall. Despite the quality of the performances and the heartwarming story, the action is anticlimactic. The film is spectacular in that it allows the viewers to access Courtesy of www.soloistmovie.com a wide range of rather fast, but this resulting emotions, but this is unsatisfacsense of urgency matches the tory because the movie does emotional tone of the lm. The not bring the viewers to a high sad and unfortunate life of Na- point. Thus, at the end of the thaniel inspires grief and mel- movie, the audience may be ancholy within the audience as impressed with how the film ashbacks are used to develop is presented, but disappointed the plot. The storyline is only with the fact that the plot fails to enhanced by the prociency of meet expectations.

Jane Park Asst. A&E Editor

Surviving the Dead Weather

Jack White of The White Stripes and The Raconteurs, two bands among many, has formed yet another group with Alison Mosshart, frontwoman of The Kills. The Dead Weather is a blues quartet that features White on drums and vocals, Mosshart

single, Hang You From the Heavens, was given out at the debut event along with a cover of Tubeway Armys, Are Friends Electric?. Hang You From the Heavens sounds like a typical White Stripes song, with a fuzzy garage undertone and Mossharts watery vocals singing over Whites drumming. The band has come a long

Refocus the Lens


Elizabeth Lee Staff Writer Over the decades, cameras have gone from bulky to sleek. Some companies have tried to bring back old photography trends while others have tried to come up with the most advanced photographic technology. Photographers can now appreciate the newest models from their most beloved

Banding together..in The Dead Weather. Courtesy of www.dose.ca on vocals, Jack Lawrence of The Raconteurs and The Greenhorns on bass, and Dean Fertita of Queens of the Stone Age on guitar. The band debuted on March 11, 2009 at Third Man Records in Nashville, Tennessee. They performed for a crowd of 150, including Sheryl Crow and The White Stripes Meg White, at the opening of Whites new headquarters. The group performed songs from its upcoming debut album, Horehound, which is due June 9. The songs for the album were recorded in late February and were produced by White in his new studio. A recording of their debut way from a three-week recording session as they near the release date of Horehound. The Dead Weather started spontaneously and with low expectations. The idea was to do a seven-inch single and be done with it, but we started writing songs and something happened, White said in an interview for the Alternative Press. With an all-star group of members and a soulful sound, The Dead Weather is sure to be a hit among mainstream and underground listeners alike. Though they began with little plans or ambitions, The Dead Weather is planning to support Horehound with a tour this June.

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companies. Fujilm has brought the Polaroid back with their Fujilm Instax Mini Cheki 25. This small camera can instantly print out credit-card sized pictures on standard or custom lm. Not only has Fujilm brought back an old trend, it is trying to create a new one with the introduction of a three-dimensional digital camera, the FinePix Real 3D. Its prototype uses two lenses

to produce a 3D image by blending two shots into one. The company plans to release this 3D technology before Christmas of this year in Japan, but has not given a specic release date. Point and Shoot cameras are not the only ones with new photography concepts, Digital Single Lens Reex cameras are also churning out new features. Last year, the Nikon D90 came out as the rst one with video capabilities. It can record clips in both standard and High Denition. The Canon

EOS Rebel T1i will be released this May, competing with the Nikon D90 as it has similar video capturing capabilities. Though HD videos from DSLR cameras sound fantastic, problems with low frame rates may not support smooth recordings. Nevertheless, the concepts that are being presented show how far cameras have come since the rst Kodak camera was introduced. These developments in photography can be appreciated by both avid and beginning photographers everywhere.

Kevin Kang Asst. A&E Editor

Stage

Dancing has always been a way to celebrate or enjoy moments, whether it is through a winning touchdown goal or at school dances. It has been recognized as a form of art, something to admire and idolize; however, over the years, dance has become a competitive sport. At the Pomona Fairplex, on April 4, 2009, dancers from across the world participated in the World of Dance Tour, the largest West Coast dancing competition; it consisted of group dancers such as Quest Crew, and solo dancers such as Born. The World of Dance Tour, hosted by DJ Renegade, boasted a contest of thirty-two dance crews who battled off Flip the world...with your dance moves. in a tournament style Courtesy of www.worldofdancetour.com competition. Sixteen invited biggest dancing phenomenon of crews came, including Main the year? Dont fretthe WOD is Ingredients and The Company; being featured again on June 19, the other sixteen crews, such 2009 at the New York Roseland as Breakthrough, were selected Ballroom, on August 29, 2009 at amongst hundreds. The winner the San Diego Convention Cenof the Dance Crew was awarded ter, and on October 3, 2009 at the $1,500. Not only did crews San Mateo Expo Center. Think dance off, but solo dancers did you have what it takes to dance as well. Lil Rock, a breaker from amongst the best dancers in the America, battled Born, a breaker world? Get your groove on and from Korea, in a ve round battle; bust out your dancing moves for the winner was Born by a small the next World of Dance.

margin. The best solo breaker won $1,000 and a trophy. Notable dancers were awarded prestigious acknowledgements and sponsorships. Designer clothes, accessories, and shoes were also sold at the event; over 250 brands were invited to sell their merchandise. Think you missed out on the

Pheet Phettish? Phlaunt Your Phocks!


space helmet, and a Cheshire cat-like kitten sitting in a spooky tree, the piece takes your brain It is impossible to sum up all on a whirlwind adventure and of Phoks work in a single word. makes you wonder what this The French art director and phopiece could possibly be about. tographer mixes reality This is what makes his with everything--vibrant, art stand out among othglowing colors, robots er digital art. Each of his and UFOs, and cartoon pieces has a meaning; characters-to create art in the case of the wonthat is truly mind-blowderland piece, there is a ing. He creates pieces clear commentary on the that make you turn your subject of good versus head and question what evil. On one side, the it is you are exactly seepicture is warm; oranges, ing. Phoks is an artist in reds, and yellows mix the digital realm. Using smoothly to create the singers, athletes, and good, with an apple on Nike sneakers as his the side that glorifies canvas, he creates wild health as the best route. art that pushes you to acIt is completely differcept digital art as actual ent on the other side. art. He uses his photos Dark blues, the menacand is able to add color ing kitten, a chilling tree, and unreal elements, and a sign that reads blending reality with There was an old lady who lived in a shoe...with the robot squirrels she did not know fast food points out the what to do. Courtesy of www.phoks.fr fantasy into a seamless importance of staying whole. pictures by adding in his own imagination but also exhibits his healthy. In what is just another one of brand of color, deep purples with fascination with sneakers. In one With over thirty different sehis ventures, Phoks took pictures glowing blues and yellows, to called Nighkee Wonderland, ries under his belt and with many from French label Hype Means create pieces that began as or- Phoks creates a fairy tale setting more to be expected, Phoks will Nothings new line of tee-shirts ganic and straightforward, turn- imitating the classic old lady who undoubtedly continue his reign and sweaters and added his ing them into pictures of whimsy, lived in a shoe, but with a twist. as the pioneer of digital arts, own personal touch of color to popping with color. With a sun reminiscent of the as will his love affair with his them. All of the tops feature Most recently, Phoks has Teletubbies, a squirrel in a laser sneakers. Jane Park Asst. A&E Editor black and white pictures of both the famous and the infamous; Barack Obama, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Britney Spears, The Beatles and numerous others wearing ngerglasses. Phoks transformed the created a series of photos conveying his love for his sneakers, more specically his Nikes. In what he has named the Nighkee Series, each piece of the series not only reects his distinct

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for the Brahmas with their two wins in boys doubles. The other boys doubles team, consisting of senior Justin Junus and senior Edward Tsai, also won their Laura Moftt Contributing Staff Writer On Thursday, April 21, the Diamond Bar Brahmas softball team faced off against the Ayala Bulldogs at home. Despite their efforts, they fell short and lost 8-0. Although the Brahmas played well and did their best, they struggled with getting the big hit to score, in the words of coach Roberta Garcia. Sophomore Stephany Larosa had three hits while senior captain Erica Miller and freshman Julie Walters each had one, leaving the Brahmas with only ve hits during the game. Larosa was one of the top performers in the game. Senior captain Asha Prithviraj said, Stephany was really on re [in both] elding and hitting. Courtney Bagwell was doing really well [too]. Garcia felt the same way saying, Larosa played a great gamea great defensive game.

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Larosa made a great play in the top of the sixth, throwing the ball to Bagwell who proceeded to make the out. Senior Tiffany Koyano did a good job as well. Tiffany is a hard worker and it really showed in our game Thursday, s a i d freshman L i z z y McCabe. In the top of the sixth, Koyano made a difficult catch that was crucial to end the inning. Garcia also said, I wish the game could have gone better, we [had] people in scoring positions, but couldnt get the big

mas and West Covina. Very few of our players played the normal positions Diamond Bars varsity badthey play, commented coach minton team defeated West Kemp Wells. But we still won Covina High pretty easily. School 18-3 on The game Wednesday, April was the teams 15. The game was last league a strong way for match; they the team to end then entered the regular seathe Coaches son. Tournament, a Freshman playoff system Bonnie Chan equivalent to played well deCIF except spite her inexperithat school ence at the varsity coaches orgalevel. She won nize it. both of her girls The Brahsingles games. mas did very Senior Jennifer well in league, Wang and junior losing only Sandra Chang fol- Smashing the birdie...Junior Ryan Wong makes a jumping two games lowed in similar effort to win the point. whole James An the fashion and won season and both of their girls doubles doubles matches. DBHS did not having almost no challenge in matches. Senior captain Josh have to play at their best level their games. They hope to conKuang and his partner, junior in this match because of a large tinue their success throughout Ryan Sin, won two more points talent gap between the Brah- postseason. Andrew John Asst. Sports Editor

[We need to improve by] playing more as a team, coming together and working together. [Softball] is a team sport and working as a team is the only way to succeed.

Athlete of the Month: Erica Miller


[softball], commented Miller. I love playing it and I cant imagine not playing it. Her biggest inspiration is her older sister, whose passion for swimming motivated Miller to try as hard in softball. Miller puts her whole heart into the game and always tries her hardest. I am a very competitive person. I get really into the game [and] I have that drive to do better, stated Miller, the pitcher for the softball team. Miller has been the captain of the varsity team throughout her junior and senior year, and has won many awards for softball throughout her four years on varsity. She won the All League Honorable Mention Award as a freshman and the First Team All League Award her sophomore and junior year. She also won the teams Most Valuable Player Award and the All San Gabriel Valley Second Team Award her junior year. Miller is planning to attend Iowa State University on a softball scholarship. I plan to go to college and play softball all four years at school there. I will try to make [a] club team and [participate in] nationals each year, said Miller. She plans to major in business marketing. In spite of the large amount of time softball takes up, Miller excels in school and takes rigorous courses, such as AP B i o l o g y.

hit to get us on the scoreboard. Ayala is a really good team, they are top 10 in CIF, and they are very competitive. The Brahmas hope to do better in their next g a m e . [We need to improve by] playing more as a team, coming together a n d working t o g e t h e r. [Softball] is a team sport and working as a team is the only way to succeed, said Miller. The Brahmas fought hard and are very excited for their upcoming home game on April 30 against Chino High School.

Pamela Lewes Contributing Staff Writer As a striving, hard-working senior, Erica Miller is an excellent role model for young softball players, as well as fellow students. This talented and committed individual started developing and testing her skills at softball at the early age of ve and has been playing for 12 years. I really have a passion for

She has maintained a 3.8 GPA by managing her time wisely. I try to have good time management. [When] Im assigned stuff, I do it right away and [do] not wait, commented Miller. Miller does not settle for second best and always tries to be on top. With her continuing passion for softball, she will keep on improving her softball skills and be the best she can.

Fallen Angel
Kevin Acciani Staff Writer The fourth passenger was taken off the critical condition list at UCI Medical Center on SaturBaseball, unlike many other day, April 11. sports, makes everyone, fans The league postponed the and players alike, feel as if they scheduled game between the are part of a great big family. Angels and the Oakland AthletWhen the team is doing well, ics that Thursday but resumed the whole family is content. their schedule Friday against When a team is going through the Boston Red Sox, which imtough times, however, a strong mediately became one of the fan base can nd solace in most emotional games in franeach other. The tragic death of chise history. In front of the sta22-year old Nick Adenhart has dium is a memorial to Adenhart, caused many people to need with letters and candles emphathat solace. sizing the love Angels fans hold Adenhart for their playwas a rookie ers. pitcher for the Before the Los Angeles game began, Angels, and a moment of on Wednessilence took day, April 8, place that he pitched the was incredibly game of his deafening. In life. Although honor of Adthe Angels enhart, every didnt win, he Angel is weardid not give ing a patch on up an earned their uniforms run over six inwith Adenharts nings, proving number, 34, that he was and a picture of ready to play Adenhart was in the pros. put on the cenAfter the ter eld wall. game, he and After his friends such a painful were going to tragedy, there go dancing in An angel forever...Nick Adenhart was no way the celebration of will be remembered for many Angels were his success. years to come. going to let this courtesy of www.blogspot.com game slip away However, their car was hit by from them. Afa speeding minivan at around ter a hard-fought battle, the An12:30 A.M. gels won 6-3. The driver was on probaWhile Adenhart may not tion after pleading guilty to Driv- have been a star pitcher yet, his ing Under the Inuence in 2006. loss will hurt the team, as they His blood-alcohol level was .24, are always plagued by injuries. triple the legal limit. He was signed by the Angels Adenhart and two of his when he was 18 years old, and friends were killed in the crash. now he will be an Angel forever.

Lakers Keys to Success


Ryan DeVore Asst. Sports Editor After capturing the franchises third best record, this seasons Los Angeles Lakers are poised and ready to make yet another championship run. This postseason, the team plans on getting the job done as they enter the playoffs with the embarrassment of the blow out massacre in game six of last years NBA Finals still fresh in their minds. With the veteran leadership of Kobe Bryant and a nally healthy Andrew Bynum, the Lakers are playing for redemption, because it would be a monumental disappointment if they came up empty handed once again. There are two keys to success for the Lakers that, if executed, no team in the league stands a chance against them. 1. The Big Men - Last year, it was the Lakers inability to establish a physical presence in the paint that led to numerous second chance opportunities for the other team. With the return of a healthy Bynum and an improved Pau Gasol, the front court will be crucial in rebounding, as well as in point production. 2. A Patient Kobe- The stats show that the Lakers are at their best when the entire team is involved in the game. Despite the teams 65 game win season, Bryant averaged his lowest points per game within the past ve seasons. However, there will be a time when he must assert himself and remind everyone that he is one of the best scorers ever to play the game. If the Lakers are able to achieve these two keys, there is no doubt that they will be hoisting the Larry OBrien trophy at the conclusion of the postseason.

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Brahmas Dominate Sets in Victory DB Slugs Bulldogs


ond round and although he fell behind early, he came back to win 7-5. The Brahmas played very The boys varsity tennis well throughteam was victoriout the match, ous in their match and in the end against Damien on both singles and Tuesday, April 21. doubles won. Battling through Kitagawa tough weather conand junior Austin ditions, the BrahChen decisively mas only lost four defeated their sets out of eightopponents, winteen. ning all of their We knew matches 6-0. In we were going to the third round, win today, but our Jonathon Lee team still played was not able to their hardest and nish his last so did Damien, game because commented senior of the heat. captain Maiki KitaWith an gawa. Right from theA short drop shot...Senior Henry Lee volleys the ball over the net in an attempt to win the point. undefeated reAshley Chen cord in the Serra start, the Brahmas played an excellent match. By match, 6-0, making his debut. Losing one singles and one League, the team now has a rethe end of the rst round, they Henry has been a ghter all doubles match, the team score cord of 9-0. The Brahmas have had only lost one singles match, year. He does not get a lot of was 4-2 at the end of second an enormous amount of talent and nished with a team score opportunities to play but today round. Sophomore Jonathon and the ability to successfully of 5-1. he did very well, commented Lee fought hard during his sec- defend their CIF title. Megan Quiamas Contributing Staff Writer The team controlled the rst round, both winning 6-0 in two singles and doubles matches. Senior Henry Lee won his rst Coach Hamel. In the second and third rounds, the varsity boys tennis team continued to excel. bases loaded, Mathews hit a sacrice y to deep right-center to bring in the nal run for the The varsity baseball team Brahmas. beat Ayala High School 9-3 in In addition to a strong oftheir home game on Thursday, fense, Mathews pitching also April 23 bringing their record to came through for Diamond Bar. 5-4 in league and 11-8 overall. He threw a complete game alAfter a slow start with the lowing only ve hits. He struck score tied at one, the Brahmas out eight Bulldogs and gave up bats nally came alive in the only one earned run, and he is bottom of the third inning and now 6-1 for the season. All my remained hot for the rest of the pitches were working, stated game. Mathews. Considering the 14Junior Chester Paks triple 13 loss at Ayala the previous brought in T u e s d a y, the go-ahead Thursdays run, and two win was a more runs huge imwere driven provement. in during the T h e third inning, Brahmas making the really turned score 4-1 in it around, favor of the from givBrahmas. ing up 19 Hitting is hits to only contagious, ve hits. commented It is easiCoach Eric er to play Shibley. defense B o t h behind a teams sufpitcher who fered a 1-2-3 executed inning in the like Kenny, fourth, but said Shibthe Brahmas ley. were able to O f generate anf e n s i v e l y, other three inMathews surance runs went 3-4 in the fth. with 3 RBIs Pak tripled contributing for the secto the powond time and erful run then scored production. on sophoP a k more Jonaalso played than Munozs another off-the-wall good offendouble to left sive game. eld. After He went sophomore 3-3 with a pitcher Ken- Bringing the heat...Sophomore Kenny single and ny Mathews Mathews makes his delievery against two triples. James An He got on hit a single the Bulldogs. to left eld base four to drive in Munoz, junior Hyun- times and scored three times. Woo Tiger Chang also drove in Practice makes perfect and it a run, making the score 7-2. showed today, Pak said, EvBoth Senior Jake Urban and eryone hit, we came through on Pak were safe after an error by defense, and Kenny pitched a the second baseman. With run- great game. ners on the corners, junior Jeff The Brahmas are schedCrowe hit a line drive into cen- uled to face Chino High School ter to score Urban. Now with the tomorrow at home. Rachel Halpert Contributing Staff Writer

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THE BULLS EYE

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

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Teams Broken Records Fall Short


Laura Moftt Contributing Staff Writer The Diamond Bar track team competed against Damien and St. Lucys in an away meet on Thursday, April 23. The team put forth their best effort, and many personal records were set. But the competitors were simply more experienced, and the Brahmas lost the meet. Although the team did not win, they worked hard throughout the meet. Many personal bests were set in various events. The lady Brahmas eld scores in particular were exceptionally better than before, with Diamond Bar High School placing rst in both shot put and discus throw. Junior James Grigorian placed rst in shot put, throwing

A lot of people broke their records. We competed at our best but we still lost.

over 50 feet. He broke his own personal record as well as the junior shot put record. Senior Joel Baez placed second for male shot put. Sophomore Ifeoma Kpaduwa also excelled, placing rst in girls shot put. Junior Zuri Brooks placed rst in discus throws. For the 800 meter, junior David Donner came in rst, with freshman James McCreary nishing closely behind in second. We ran very well and broke lots of personal records, said head coach John Martin. We did well in sprints, jumps, eld, everything. Everyone did very well as a team. The team did well and rose above their normal levels, but Damien and St. Lucys athletes performed at even higher

levels. A lot of people broke their records. We competed at our best but we still lost, said junior Freddie Peng. We didnt step up as [much] as we could have. St. Lucys is a great school, commented sophomore shot put thrower Kezia Adhidharma. We need to be more concentrated and focused. P l a y e r s generally agreed that the team needs to come together and work more as a team. [The meet] was great; everyone was doing great. The team is really solid and young, said Grigorian. However, from the very start, the Brahmas did not

We ran very well and broke lots of personal records. We did well in sprints, jumps, eld, everthing. Everyone did very well as a team.

show the usual condence they have when they compete. You could see right away from warm ups, [Damien and St. Lucys] knew what they were doing, stated freshman N o e l a n i Salvador. Despite the loss DBHS suffered, the Brahmas look forward to their next meet. Sierra League Preliminaries will be on Saturday, May 2, at DBHS. Competitors who place within the top nine in their respective events will move on to compete at League Finals on Thursday, May 7, which will also be held at DBHS. The best athletes at Finals will then proceed to CIF Preliminaries on Thursday, May 21.

Swim Falls Behind


Megan Quiamas Contributing Staff Writer The varsity swim team competed against 34 other schools on Friday, April 24, at the Mt. Sac Invitational. T h e Brahmas participated in many races but fell short in several of the races. Junior Nicole Torres swam the 100 meter buttery race. During the race she had the lead in the rst 50 meters, but she eventually

DB Remains Undefeated
Ryan DeVore Asst. Sports Editor Jared Aquino Contributing staff writer The boys varsity golf team defeated the Ayala Bulldogs with a nal score of 197-210 at Los Serranos Country Club on Tuesday, April 21. Despite difcult conditions, including extreme heat and sporadic gusts of wind, the Brahmas were able to outplay their opponents and remain undefeated at the top of the Sierra League. The medalist of the match was sophomore Kevin Liang, who shot an impressive even round of 37. Following Liangs brilliant performance was the consistent junior Gavin Duarte who shot a one over par: 38. The south side of Los Serranos Country Club is a long course that is extremely difcult, especially with unexpected gusts of wind. With a couple of par 4s that are well over 400 yards, and deep bunkers that are similar to S c o t l a n d s legendary St. Andrews golf course, low scores were hard to nd. H e a d coach Ty Watkins commented on the teams performance by saying, They did fantastic. In horrible conditions, they were still able to pull out with the victory. Watkins stressed the importance of the

The team is racing [well]. They are swimming their own races and dropping their times.

lost her position and ultimately placed third. The team is racing [well]. They are swimming their own races and dropping their times, commented head coach Eric Schubel. Freshman Crystal Wang placed rst in the 200 meter individual medley with a time of 2:38. Freshman Melinda Wang swam the 500 meter freestyle and also nished in rst place with a time of 5:47. Crystal and Melinda are really good swimmers and they

seem very determined to do [well], especially since they are freshmen who made varsity, stated junior Laura Yateem. In event eleven heat three two swimmers got disqualied. Junior Misha Ghader had an illegal move in the 200 meter individual medley. When asked how the team could improve, captain Tami Ige stated, We can all keep supporting each other, and we will try not to get intimidated by other schools. The end of the season is nearing and the Brahmas plan to improve on their overall times. The teams next meet is this afternoon against Chino Hills High School at Walnut High School, starting at 3:15 P.M.

They did fantastic. In horrible conditions, they were still able to pull out with the victory.

match on the way to the course, and the team responded to their coach and proved why they are the top team in the Sierra League. Team captain Paul Dresser stated, I am very pleased with our performance. Overall, we have been very successful, and honestly, I cant ask for a better team. Even though the teams sights are set on becoming Sierra League champs, the Brahmas are always looking to CIF to ultimately prove themselves against teams outside of their league.

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