HAPPY THANKSGIVING - State College Area School District...HAPPY THANKSGIVING November/December 2013. Sharing information with the Radio Park Community Volume 2, Edition 1 ... The real

Sharing information with the Radio Park Community Volume 2, Edition 1

What Thanksgiving Means to Me

by Lizzie Curtin

The leaves are falling and the air is crisp. Pumpkins and gourds decorate doorsteps. Everyone is making preparations and planning menus. Thanksgiving is a time of year to be thankful for every single thing we have. It is also a time of togetherness and for being grateful that we have each other and for great opportunities and fortune. Different people celebrate Thanksgiving in different ways but we all say thanks just in our own way. Thanksgiving is a big day for travelers. People drive and fly all over the place to see their loved ones to see them on this holiday. Lots of other people stay home and host the Thanksgiving feast. Whether we travel or stay at home we all are doing many of our traditions the same. The way most people do it is they stuff themselves with turkey and other yummy foods. After we are done we count our blessings and give thanks for all we have.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

November/December 2013


Cartoon by Clayton Dibert

Sydney Assalita Ginger Baxter Rebecca Bonness Laura Cahoy Nico Cardenas-‐Miller Abby Carpenter Allison Clemson Lizzie Curtin Sirenity Diaz Clayton Dibert Iyonnah Doss

Eva Gates Annie Geng Zoee Gray Zerra Immel Anjani Jayakar Omer Kandemir Maddie King Isaac Koh Suraj Kumar Jojo Lee Jackie Li Natalie Lyons Clare Marsh Kyle Martin

Emmie McDonald Petralinda Mhando Priya Mitra Conrad Moore Juwon Park Luisa Santos Wyatt Shafer Logan Soltis Amelia Wyckoff Tayler Yeager

Faculty Advisors: Mrs. Foard and Mrs. Peachey

DUE TO AN UNEXPECTED WEATHER DAY THIS FIRST EDITION WAS NOT ABLE TO BE PUBLISHED PRIOR TO THANKSGIVING. WE HOPE YOU WILL ENJOY OUR STORIES- AND RECIPES!- EVEN

THOUGH THEY ARE AFTER THE HOLIDAY!

OUR NEXT EDITION WILL BE PUBLISHED JUST PRIOR TO VALENTINES’ DAY IN FEBRUARY. WE ENJOY RECEIVING LETTERS TO THE EDITOR, C/O MRS. FOARD.


Reading Stone Soup

Enjoying our feast!

KINDERGARTEN NEWSby Clare Marsh and Rebecca Bonness

It’s Thanksgiving in the kindergarten classrooms! A few Radio Park reporters went down to get the scoop. The real meaning of Thanksgiving is to share, and that’s what the kids are learning to do. Teachers read the book, “Stone Soup” to students, suggesting that each child bring in an ingredient for the class soup. Ingredients in the soup included corn, noodles, beans, carrots, and a few spices, as well as chicken broth. Let’s see what went on! It was unanimous in Mrs. Garlicki’s class that everyone thought the soup was delicious. Each stu-dent got to put in an ingredient that they supplied. “I love the soup,” said Wynter, who especially liked the corn. Other popular ingredients were beans and noodles. While Mrs. Isola enjoys listening to what kids are thankful for, Mrs. Grim likes the idea of getting the tables set with everyone helping. In Mrs. Garlicki’s opinion, the best part is putting the ingredients in the pot, as if to bring the story to life. The celebration is all about sharing and being thankful for what we have. The kindergartners did a great job of learning that lesson. This was a good lesson learned for the kindergartners. The most re-peated line in the book was, “Bring what you got, and put in the pot!” And that’s how you stir up some fun!


PLC On Friday, November 8th, the students of Mrs. Brushwood’s second grade class went to the Palmer Museum on a field trip. I had the opportunity to interview two classmates, Taylor Merritt and Lukas Kennett, about their experience. Both had an enjoyable time touring the museum. A memorable painting was a picture of a ghostly horse pulling a cart. The head busts upstairs and the glass blown shell were highlights of the tour to the eager class. Previous visitors might remember a certain shoe sculpture that looked a little bit like a flower or a Calder mobile that they made move with their breath. Both kids said the Palmer was a very creative and exciting place to visit and they were eager to come back. If you would be interested in visiting the Palmer Museum, it is located on Curtin Road in University Park. The hours are Tuesday -‐ Saturday 10:00 am -‐ 4:30 pm and Sunday 12:00 pm -‐ 4:00 pm.

The science and math of collecting data and making graphs is what we have been learning in math.We asked all 5th graders: Did you go trick or treating? and What is your favorite candy from these 6

choices? Here are the graphs we made..

By Alison Clemson, Iyonnah Doss and Luisa Santos

BY Maddie King


MLC Interview of Ms. Hershberger by Annie Geng; Write up by Eva Gates Photos by Sydney Assalita Question: What are your students turning the structure into at the moment? Answer: A Pueblo or Taos Pueblo. Q: How will they design it? A: They looked at pictures and read books. They also went to the garden to get plants to make the walls look like real adobe. Then they added sand and straw. Q: How did you think of adding structures to your room? A: Well, I had a student whose dad made a long house, and that’s what inspired me. Q: What is your class learning about? A: Right now we are learning about Native Americans. Q: What is your favorite thing about teaching? A: To help kids learn about cultures by making structures and cooking.

The Structure

Take a Bite?check out the ULC article

Photo by Sydney Assilita


Miss Emily Mc Aleer1st year at Radio Park

4th GradeInterview by

Emily McDonald and Priya Mitra

ULC Report By: Laura Cahoy Did you know that the fifth graders are making clay food that will be put on display? You should look in the lobby by the doors to the MLC and ULC. The fifth graders have worked really hard making their favorite foods out of clay. There are pastries like cupcakes and pies, dinners like pizza and spaghetti, and fruits like mangoes and apples and vegetables. You might find yourself wanting to eat the food, but don’t because it will be hard and tasteless. The food is made with clay and painted with glaze or paint. Look and see if your favorite food is there. Maybe it is there or maybe not!

Questions For Ms. Mc Acleer

Q: What is Your Favorite Sports Team?A: The Pittsburgh Steelers.Q: If you could take a vacation anywhere where would it be?A: England.Q: What would you do with a million dollars?A: Donate some to charity and pay back my college loans.Q: What is your favorite unusual color?A: Periwinkle.Q: What is your favorite artist?A: Andy Warhol.Q: Where are you from originally?A: Altoona PA.Q: What do you like to do in your free time?A: Read, Run, Swim.Q: What is your favorite cupcake?A: Chocolate cupcake with peanut butter icing.Q: What is your favorite singer/band/musician/genre of music?A: Country music.Q: What is your favorite thing about Radio Park?


Thanksgiving Traditions By: Juwon Park and Abigail Carpenter

Mrs. Lichtig 2. What does Thanksgiving mean to you?

Thanksgiving is more than just a time to be thankful for all of the wonderful things in my life (although it is a good time to reflect on those things). It is about family coming together for a meal and spending quality time with each other away from screens and the hustle and bustle of life. We as an American culture don’t do that enough anymore, in my opinion. Thanksgiving is a day for family. Mrs. Schultz 1. Do you go anywhere for Thanksgiving?

Everyone comes to our house. We love having both young and old at our home. We’re looking forward to Thanksgiving this year. We have many great things of which to be thankful. Mrs. Romig 4. Do you go anywhere for Thanksgiving?

I have a big family (my husband, my parents, six siblings, and lots of nieces and nephews), so it’s hard to gather everyone in one house anymore. I either invite my parents to my house to eat with me and my husband, or a few of my siblings and their children gather at my parents’ home for Thanksgiving dinner. Mrs. Brushwood 3. What are some foods from your Thanksgiving feasts?

We enjoy a long dinner, time to talk and always a lot of laughs with games, dance parties and yummy desserts. Juwon Park #1 Writer 2. What does Thanksgiving mean to you?

Thanksgiving means spending time with my family.

Mrs. Garlicki 1. What good memories do you have of Thanksgiving?

My first child, Luke was a Thanksgiving baby. He turns 16 this year, but that is a memory I will never forget! His birthday is November 28th so it is always a combined celebration in our house.

Mrs. Gastiger 2. What does Thanksgiving mean to you?

Every year, Thanksgiving is a great time for me to remember to think about all the important people in my life. I try to write a special note to friends or family members who have been especially appreciated during the past year. Often, they know I am grateful but the added handwritten note is a good practice for me. Gratitude is a practice I want to be sure to incorporate into my daily life. I’m thankful for Thanksgiving to give me that added that reminder. Mrs. Foard 2. What does Thanksgiving mean to you?

Thanksgiving to me means a purposeful time of realizing how fortunate I am, and giving thanks for those blessings-‐ people, things, and opportunities that I have. It’s not just about the food but definitely the special meals and turkey leftovers are a good part, too! Abigail Carpenter #2 writer 1. What good memories of Thanksgiving do you have? I love to wake up to a nice fall morning in Disney World. My family goes to Disney World every year for Thanksgiving. We really enjoy Disney World but we don't eat turkey that much.


Cranberry Waldorf From the kitchen of Linda/Rebecca Bonness

• 2 cups (1/2 lb) fresh cranberries • 3 cups miniature marshmallows • ¾ cup sugar • 2 cups Diced un-‐pared tart apples • ½ c. seedless green grapes • ½ c. Broken Walnuts • ¼ t. salt • 1 c. whipping cream, whipped

Grind cranberries (I use a food processor), add the sugar and marshmallows. Let the cranberries, sugar, and marshmallows sit overnight in the refrigerator. Add the remaining ingredients and chill until served.

Amazing Cider Float By Amelia Wyckoff Cider plus ice cream equals a creamy dessert! Pour some apple cider into a microwave-‐safe mug. Ask an adult to heat the cider in the microwave until it's warm. Add a scoop of ice cream to the cider and top it with a swirl of caramel syrup. What are you waiting for? Try it!

Radio Park Cranberry Relish From the kitchen of Karen Foard

• 1 bag cranberries • 2-‐3 seedless naval oranges • ½-‐ ¾ cup sugar • Optional for some kick: • 1 handful cilantro • 1 seeded jalapeno pepper

Cut off north pole and south pole of oranges and cut into quarters or sixths

Use a food processor, layer from bottom: Oranges, sugar, berries (options) Whirl and grind, serve with turkey or crackers.


Play by Play Synopsis of the 2013 World Series By: Conrad Moore

The matchup was the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals for the baseball 2013 World Series. In game one in first inning, Mike Napoli doubled deep to center field, scoring Jacoby Ellsbury, Dustin Pedroia, and David Ortiz making the first score of the game to a 4-‐0 lead against the Cardinals. In the second, Dustin Pedroia singled to shallow left, scoring Stephen Drew, sending Shane Victorino to third, and David Ross to second and will set the score at a solid 5-‐0 Red Sox. In the second again, David Ortiz hit a sacrifice fly to right, sending David Ross home and Shane Victorino to third and brings in an astounding score of 6-‐0 Red Sox. In the seventh, David Ortiz, homered to right center,(408 feet) a 2 run homer bringing in Dustin Pedroia and will bring the score to a 7-‐0 lead against the Cardinals. In the eighth, Xander Bogaerts hit a sacrifice fly to left center, bringing in Daniel Nava that sets the score at an astonishing 8-‐0 lead against the Cardinals. Finally, in the ninth, Matt Holliday on the Cardinals homered to left center (430 feet) that will bring in the final score of Red Sox 8, Cardinals 1. The Red Sox lead in the 7 game series by 1. In game two in the fourth inning, Yadier Molina grounded out to second, but Matt Holliday scored to bring in the first score of the game, 1-‐0 Cardinals. In the sixth, David Ortiz hit a two run homer (375 feet) sending in Dustin Pedroia to put the Red Sox on top, 2-‐1. In the seventh, Matt Carpenter hit a sacrifice fly to left, bringing in Pete Kozma and Jon Jay. Also sending Daniel Descalso to third by a throwing error by Craig Breslow the pitcher. That score brings it to 3-‐2 Cardinals. In the seventh, Carlos Beltran singled to right, to bring in Daniel Descalso set the final score at 4-‐2 Cardinals. The series is tied 1-‐1. In game three in the first inning, Matt Holliday singled to right and Matt Carpenter scored to give the first score of the game a 1-‐0 to give the Cardinals the lead. In the first inning, Yadier Molina singled to left, Matt Holliday scored home and advanced Matt Adams to second. In the fifth, Mike Carp grounded into fielder’s choice to second, Xander Bogaerts scored, Jarrod Saltalamacchia out at second. And that brings the score to 1-‐2 Cardinals. In the sixth, Daniel Nava singled to left, Shane Victorino scored, David Ortiz advances to second and the score is now 2 all. In the seventh, Matt Holliday doubled to left, Matt Carpenter and Carlos Beltran scored to make the score 2-‐4 Cardinals. In the eighth, Daniel Nava grounded into fielder’s choice to second, Jacoby Ellsbury scored, David Ortiz to second, and Shane Victorino to third to bring the score to 1 point deficit. In the eighth, Xander Bogaerts singled to shallow center, Shane Victorino scored and Daniel Nava advanced to third to tie the score 4 all. In the ninth, Jon Jay grounded into fielder’s choice to second, Yadier Molina out at home, Allen Craig scored to make the final score 4-‐5 St. Louis. The Cardinals lead the series 1-‐2. In game four in the fourth inning, Carlos Beltran singled to right center, Matt Carpenter scored to give them the first score of the game 1-‐0 Cardinals. In the fifth, Stephen Drew hit a sacrifice fly to left, letting David Ortiz advance to home to bring the score 1 all. In the sixth, Johnny Gomes homered to left (387 feet) a three run homer sending in Dustin Pedroia and David Ortiz to make the score 4-‐1. In the seventh, Matt Carpenter singled to right, sending Shane Robinson home to set the final score 4-‐2 Red Sox. In game five, first inning, David Ortiz doubled to right, sending Dustin Pedroia home to have the first score of the game 1-‐0 Boston. In the fourth, Matt Holliday homered to center (423 feet) to tie the game at 1 all. In the seventh, David Ross hit a ground rule double to left sending in Xander Bogaerts and Stephen Drew to third to give them the lead of 1. Still in the seventh, Jacoby Ellsbury singled to center, Stephen Drew scored to give them the final lead of 3-‐1 Boston. In game six, the final game, in the third inning, Shane Victorino doubled to deep left, Jacoby Ellsbury, David Ortiz, Johnny Gomes scored to give them a 3-‐0 jump. In the fourth, Stephen Drew homered to right center (391 feet) to give them the 4-‐0 lead. Still in the fourth, Mike Napoli singled to right, Jacoby Ellsbury scored to give them an astounding 5-‐0 lead. Still in the fourth, Shane Victorino singled to left, David Ortiz scored, bringing the score to 6-‐0 lead by Boston. In the seventh, Carlos Beltran singled to left, Daniel Descalso scores the final point of the series, with a final score of 6-‐1 Boston. It’s been 95 years since the Red Sox have won the World Series at Fenway Park, but they did it in this series.

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Here’s a picture of David Ortiz, the MVP from the Boston Red Sox. In the first picture, he is holding

up his prize.


World Series Information, cont’d.

by Conrad Moore

The second is one of my favorite pictures of David Ortiz connect-ing with a ball that was

well hit.

Here’s another one of my favorite pictures. But this one is of Matt Holliday. I think he would be the MVP if the St. Louis Cardinals won the World series. I think this because he did a great job of keeping the Cardinals in the series by hitting the ball well, and playing great defense at left field. I think he made some great stops at left left field. Also, I think he did very well at hitting the ball and getting plenty of RBI’s for the team. I think Matt Holliday played

great in that series.


The Land of Stories THE WISHING SPELL

Author: Chris Colfer Genre: Fantasy Illustrator: Brandon Dorman Summary: The Land of Stories is about eleven year old twins named Alex and Connor Bailey. For their birthday, their grandmother gives them an old fairy-‐tale book called The Land of Stories that has been passed on for many generations, but one day, they fall into the book, and end up in the fairy-‐tale land. The only way to get back home is to find the Wishing Spell items. My favorite part in The Land of Stories is right after they fall into the book and meet this frog man. Recommendations: I love this book, and I think that anyone who likes books about different worlds would like The Land of Stories. Review by: Jackie Li

Science News By Annie Geng

Do you ever wonder why leaves change color in the fall? When leaves are green, it is because the many cells of a leaf contain chlorophyll. Chlorophyll absorbs the sunlight’s energy, which helps transform carbon dioxide and water into carbohydrates. It also gives leaves its’ green color. This is called photosynthesis.

Because of the changes in daylight, chlorophyll breaks down in the fall. That’s when the green leaves turn into red, orange, and yellow leaves. Different trees have different colors of leaves. Many oaks have brown leaves, although sugar maples are orange. Not all trees change colors though. Evergreens are the kind of trees that are always green. It is usually the deciduous trees with leaves that turn into a different color.

Nothing makes fall more beautiful than the red, orange, and yellow leaves. Do you like green leaves or different colored leaves in the fall? You decide!


Fall Fashionby Jojo and Logan

There are so many different fashion trends for everyone of all ages for fall, especially hats. Different people wear different things to show their personality.

For girls: Anything looks good with jeans and boots so why not accessorize? Add a t-shirt, a bright color, pretty sweatshirts are perfect; rainbow loom bracelets are totally in, also- starburst, fishtail, and basic loops are good! Scarves are warm and are a really fashionable accessory- flowery, swirly, and colorful, too!

Those are just some examples of designs. You will look good in any kind.

For boys: Any boy can rock their favorite jeans and t-shirt, and all the outfit needs is shoes. Why not add high tops? High tops look good with jeans or even sweatpants. Sweatshirts are totally in for fall. Add a bright colored sweatshirt to make all outfits super exciting. There are even scarves for boys- stripes, plaid,

graphic, and much much more. For you boys that like to be fashionable all the way to school, a nice fedora is always an attention grabber.

Hats: Girls can wear knitted or crochet hats that family members made for them, or funky multi colored hats from the dollar store. Berets, food hats, and seasonal hats are fun, too.

For boys, try fedoras, and even baseball caps would be awesome for any warmer day that you don’t want to wear a winter hat on. And on a colder (when it’s too cold to wear your baseball cap) any winter hat you

could rock, do it.

Any fashion forward look will look good on you, even if its not from this article. Keep up the good fashion Radio Park!


Autumn

A crossword by Anjani Jayakar

ACROSS 1 One of the most popular dinners on Thanksgiving. 2 What falls in the fall? 4 These poor vegetables are carved on Halloween. 5 Autumn is the same things as-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐. 7 Squirrels hide this tasty treat. 8 A bushy tailed critter. DOWN 1 We give our thanks to people who served our country. 3 Opposite of hot. 5 This kills plants and makes everything freeze over. 6 This is when farmers-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐their crops.

Sharing information with the Radio Park Community

Fall Crossword Puzzleby

Priya Mitra

Down1. These mashed are a popular Thanksgiving food, of-ten served with gravy.3. The month Thanksgiving is in.5. The first Thanksgiving happened in this colony that starts with P.6. A popular fall drink often made of apples that starts with C.

Across2. This juicy red fruit is small and popular dried.4. A group consisting of these birds is known as a gang.5. This large orange fruit is commonly used to make a scrumptious pie.7. These people were settlers coming to Amer-ica on the Mayflower.8. Also known as Fall.9. Often poured on mashed potatoes.

POETRY

It was fresh and green, in the summer’s breeze, But it slowly turned apple red. The cold breeze blew, with it barely hanging on, Until it finally gives in. As it falls on the ground, coloring the streets, And the crunching underneath my feet. I realize that now that autumn is here, The leaves have finally fallen. By, Annie Geng

Fall -a poem by Anjani Jayakar Red, orange, green and brown Leaves are falling down. Floating gently in the autumn breeze Falling wherever they please! Trees are cold and bare Wherever you stare, colors are there! Red, orange, green and brown


Thanksgiving Haiku By: Laura Cahoy

Great Thanksgiving food The things we are thankful for

all make us happy


Penn Skates By: Juwon Park and Abby Carpenter

Were you at Penn Skates on November 17th? I know a lot of people were there. There were tons of people who were from Radio Park. There were also some really awesome skaters there, some who did spins. We played Limbo and 6 corners.


CRANBERRY RELISH DAY

Students and staff alike enjoyed our annual cranberry relish day!

Check out the recipe on the newspaper recipe page!

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