Sleepy Eye HS Student Newspaper

Track Update by Brandon Roiger
The last couple weeks of school have been busy for the track runners this year. The season started off pretty slow and a little intimidating. We started with a couple of MSU meets and then had a big break until the BOLD meet which was about 3-4 weeks later. Rain in April constantly forced the home meets to be postponed until just recently. »read more
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Shooting Star EP Review by Cori Deming
A few weeks ago, Owl City’s official website announced that the fourth album would be released this summer. Last week, I checked my Twitter feed, only to see that Owl City would be releasing an EP on May 15th. The EP is called Shooting Star, and it features four tracks from the upcoming album. »read more
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The Sisterhood Lives On by Corrin Helget
This weekend on Saturday, I ventured down to Walmart, to get a book I have been eagerly waiting for. However, I faced disappointment when I saw that it was not sitting on the shelf. So I began looking at the other books. I stopped at a very familiar name. Ann Brashares, author of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.»read more
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Modelling by Bailey Anderson
Recently, you’ve probably heard a lot about models and how thin they are. The British AMA (Association of Model Agents) has requirements for runway models. Female models should be around 5 ft 8 in tall, and an average model is slender in shape. A male model is usually around 6 ft tall and is well toned. »read more
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Google: Project Glass by Brandon Roiger
Google has done it again within a month. A couple weeks ago, Google introduced its plan for a new idea called Project Glass. Project Glass is Google’s plan to produce an augmented reality head-mounted display. »read more
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Meet Your New Best Friend by Jordyn and Jamie
When you see a boy talking to a chair, you know that something has gone wrong…. This week, this is what we saw while taking a trip to the library. Junior Brandon Rwas found having a one way conversation with a chair, this chair is suspected to be Brandon’s “best friend”. Now to keep situations under control we need to find him a NEW BEST FRIEND, to prevent next year’s 7th graders from being scared. »read more
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Queen: “A Night At The Opera” Album Review by Jon Altman
Queen is, quite possibly, the best band ever. They rock so hard, and every member of the band is incredible at what they do. “A Night At The Opera” might not be their best album, but it’s in the top three for sure. »read more
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Google And Its Features by Adam Miller
I was exploring my Google Docs, and I found that it had completely changed. I was very confused. Well anyways, I found out that it is just a new version of it. It is just supposed to make it easier to sync your files so that you have access to them anywhere you go. »read more
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Summer! by Jamie Wells
Tomorrow is the start of our 3 month vacation. After the long nine months of school we will be set freed into the fresh air and bright sun. My plans this summer are to hang out with my friends, play softball and volleyball, start working at the pool, and celebrate my friend’s 15th birthdays or their quinceaneras. My summer goal is to advance my skills in sports and make new friends.
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Smallville by Collin Seidl
The show Smallville was an awesome show to watch on Fridays on WB until it quit in 2011, but you can still watch it with Netflix or buy the discs. There were ten seasons. »read more
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AP U.S. History Exam by Sam Hirschboeck
Yep, it’s coming up on Friday! After all these months of learning about the United States and its History we will finally have to apply it all in one big test. The AP students have to pay $50 to take an exam at the end of the class, but don’t be discouraged because passing this exam means college credit. »read more
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Monster by Tony Martinez
Monster is the title of the book I just read. It’s about a young man named Kody Scott from the rough streets of south central L.A.. Kody Scott graduates from elementary school at 13. Quickly after that, he joins a street gang called, Eight Tray Crips. »read more
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LMFAO by Anthony Torres
LMFAO started in 2008. They released some songs on iTunes to get started. They released a full album on July 7, 2009. The album was 33 on the Billboard 200 and number 2 on the U.S dance charts »read more
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Why Get Rid of Animals When They Get Older? by Nicholas Rose
Do you remember when you got your dog or cat when it was young? Well, I do. My cat Rocky was found at a farm without his mother, so we took him in and raised him from that little bundle of joy to this mean cat. »read more
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Sick At Home by Erin Kotten
I don’t think anybody really likes being sick, especially during a school day. I mean, it’s cool and all to stay home and just rest, but it stinks to make up everything you missed the next day. I’ve been sick for the past 3 days. »read more
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My Strange Addiction by Jamie Wells
My Strange Addiction is a show on the TLC documentary series where they show people with the craziest and most unusual addictions. The addictions vary from eating rocks and chalk to sleeping with a hair dryer. »read more
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Clothes Hangers Show Facebook Likes by Bailey Anderson
Ever go into the store, find 2 shirts, and hold them up trying to decide which one to buy? There’s something new invented in Brazil that could help you figure that out. There’s a program on the Internet called FashionLike. »read more
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Mother’s Day by Valeria Sanchez
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 13th, 2012.
I think this is a really special holiday for all mothers, even more special than their birthdays. This day is all about recognizing your mom’s hard work, patience, and support. »read more
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Coincidence? …I Think Not! by Cori Deming
Last weekend was crazy! I had prom… so you know, it was all prom-filled and such. Besides that fact, something really weird happened. Before you can ask if it has to deal with prom, I will reply with a quick no… actually, yes and no. Allow me to explain. »read more
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Where Are The Good Cartoons by Corrin Helget
Remember the good ole days with Pokemon, Rugrats, Rocket Power, Catdog and Spongebob episode without any butt cheeks showing? I mean, when did cartoons get so inappropriate? »read more
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We’re Proud Of The Baseball Team by Claire Krumbach
“It doesn’t matter if you’re 50 and 0, or 0 and 50 as long as you’re learning something new everyday then you’re winning” said John H. Winning and losing shouldn’t matter as long as you’re trying your hardest. Our baseball team never gives up trying no matter what the score is. »read more
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How Slow the Last Week of School Is by Isaac Braun
The last week of the school year is finally upon Sleepy Eye Public School. The days till the final bell rings is going down. »read more
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Indians Get A Win After Long Week Of Losses by Jordyn and Jamie
Last week the Indians softball team had 4 losses. When they were getting ready to play on Monday, May 7th against BLH the team decided to wear shorts…again. »read more
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Tourism in Switzerland by Angela Schoenenberger
Switzerland is known for the beautiful landscape. The Alps, the lakes and the beautiful little cities are well visited every year from tourists from all over the world. Our Alps; there’s something to do the whole year around. »read more
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Doctor Shaq? by Torey Fromm
You may know 7 ft 1 inch, 325 pound Shaquille O’Neil as a famous basketball player, but now you can call him doctor. The 4-time NBA champion graduated this weekend with a doctoral degree from Miami Barry University. »read more
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Legend Of Korra Update by Savanna Christensen
If you’ve read the article written by Corrin about the new TV show Legend of Korra, this is an update for you. The story is unfolding. Korra is facing a powerful enemy- Amon. Amon is a non bender who has the ability to take away all bending. »read more
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“Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2013” Review by Matt Berkner
*Console: Xbox 360, Playstation 3 *Genre: Sports *Release Date: 3/26/12
Recently I’ve been playing a lot of “Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2013” on my Xbox 360. This game is a pretty addicting game because there are so many features to choose from when you play this game. »read more
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Meet Your New Best Friend by Jordyn and Jamie
We would like all of you “New Best Friend” followers to meet our dear friend Lauren! We were waiting in the library for a candidate to be featured in our upcoming article (this one), when Lauren walked through the doors. She immediately ran to her best friend, the Big Blue Book. We knew she desperately needed our expertise. We, like always, asked her a few questions. »read more
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The Ten Most Beautiful Women by Joe Kramer
10. Kate Upton
9. Brooklyn Decker
8. Ashley Greene
7. Rosie Alice Huntington-Whiteley »read more
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MCA From The Beastie Boys Dies by Tony Martinez
Adam Nathaniel Yauch is also known by his stage name MCA. He was part of the legendary trio The Beastie Boys, a very known hardcore hiphop/rap rock group. Adam passed away today at the age of 47. He fought cancer for a long three years. »read more
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What Are You Looking Forward To Most This Summer by Claire Krumbach
Gloria-Gardening and reading
Mrs. O- Planning weddings
Iky-Hanging out with friends and getting all tan
Tony-Being free »read more
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Six Great Summer Reads by Corrin Helget
Summer is almost here and why not read some good books? Yeah, I know what you’re saying right now. You’re probably shaking the computer yelling “Are you crazy?! Summer is to get away from school and relax.” and I would say, “Yes, I am a bit crazy and reading is relaxing for some people!” »read more
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Believe by Bailey Anderson
As most of you probably know, Justin Bieber is coming out with a new album this summer called Believe. On April 17, he made a guest appearance on The Voice, where he premiered the first 45 seconds of the video to his single “Boyfriend,” and announced the release date, which is June 19. Some people are going to be featured on the album, like Kanye West, Drake, Ludacris, and possibly Usher and Taylor Swift. Other artists that aren’t yet confirmed are Lil Wayne and Cody Simpson. »read more
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Tomato Basil Soup by Courtney Rossbach
Recently I was asked by a reader for my recipe for tomato basil soup. I’ve never had Panera’s tomato basil soup (which the same reader said was really good – note to self: try it), but I of course do make it, and being the type of cook I am, I don’t really have or keep track of a recipe. »read more
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Girls Softball Team Faces Another Loss by Jordyn and Jamie
Tuesday night our girls softball team went to Wabasso to play the Rabbits! After 3 innings it began to storm. The girls were excited to play in the rain even though they were down 6 to 1 due to small errors. It began to lightning and they were forced to go home. The coaches decided to finish the game the next day at 4:15. »read more
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Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks (not in any particular order) by Jon Altmann
Video game music is pretty good sometimes. Though it doesn’t really make or break a game for me, it’s pretty important. Some of my favorite songs are from video games, so here’s a little tribute of my top 10 video game soundtracks. »read more
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Summer Jobs by Isaac Braun
Summertime is right around the corner. Soon the pool will be open again, late night walks around Sleepy Eye, and lots of summertime fun. Also summer jobs will be happening. Summer is the time when every parent tells their teenager to make some of their own money. »read more
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My 5 Most Important Events In U.S History by Sam Hirschboeck
1) Declaration of Independence Against Britain
-Gave Colonists hope of Revolution.
-Made Americans pull together.
-Paved the way for our country to form. »read more
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The Red Ring!!! by Tanner Hittesdorf
It happened suddenly as I was playing my X-Box 360. I was enjoying a nice game of MADDEN NFL 12, when the game suddenly froze. I pushed several buttons to try to figure out the problem and then I saw it.. three red rings flashing violently! These things are very bad for you and your X-Box. It is known to many players as THE RED RING OF DEATH. »read more
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Volunteer Opportunities In Sleepy Eye by Adam Miller
There are many different volunteer opportunities in the world. In fact, there are a bunch of them in Sleepy Eye. Some of them are:
helping out at the Food Shelf (when it reopens!!!)
helping out at the historical society
mowing lawns for the elderly »read more
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Chuck Norris vs Clint Eastwood by Justin Kotten and Matthew Miller
1. Anything is possible with Chuck Norris.
2. Clint Eastwood dusted off his poncho and Chuck Norris fell out
3. Chuck Norris doesn’t turn on the lights. He turns on the dark. »read more
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What About Music In Switzerland? By Angela Schoenenberger
A lot of music young people listen to is from the U.S. Stars like Rihanna, Eminem, 50 Cent, Lady Gaga, Kelly Clarkson etc. are really popular and known in Switzerland but not everybody listen to them. »read more
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Summer Is Almost Here by Cori Deming
There are how many days left? Star Wars calendar say what? It’s true, there are only so many days left of school… which means summer is almost here. Thank goodness!!! I am so happy that I will make a list of all the things I will do this summer. »read more
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Who Was Chief Sleepy Eyes? By Isaac Braun
Chief Ish-Tak-Ha-Ba, known to us as Chief Sleepy Eyes or Drooping Eyelids, was a peaceful Sisseton Sioux Indian Chief that got his name from the way his eyes looked when he woke up and before he went to bed. An unusually tall Indian standing at over 6 feet tall, Sleepy Eyes was born around 1780 in a Sisseton Dakota Village at Swan Lake in Nicollet County. »read more
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May The Fourth Be With You! by Cori Deming
I woke up, and started getting ready for school. There was one question on my mind, and that was- Hm , What should I wear today? I opened my closet, which was full of random T-shirts. (I really like T-shirts.) A majority of those t-shirts are, indeed, Star Wars t-shirts.(I also like Star Wars.) »read more
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Mill City Museum by Brandon Roiger
On May 2nd, twelve History Club members jumped on the bus and headed to the cities for the second History Club field trip of the year. Our first trip included going to a musical called “Civil War Christmas” which featured one of our favorite historical figures, Abraham Lincoln. After the play, we had a little time to spend at the Historical Society and look around exhibits at the museum. »read more
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Minnesota State Fair by Ashley Johnson
All summer long I think about the State Fair. It’s the last thing I get to do before school starts, and now I have to miss school just to go. I love going and getting to see everything it has to offer. Everything may be overpriced, but it is all worth it. I usually take something through 4-H, one year I took my rabbit and got to stay at the dorms. »read more
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Lucky ✩ Star by Tanner Hittesdorf
I was searching the web watching my favorite Anime, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, when I happened to stumble across a show that was made by the same company, Lucky ✩ Star.
Lucky ✩ Star is an Anime about these four friends: »read more
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Organ Donor On Facebook By Claire Krumbach
Facebook is now making a new status update. Everyone who has Facebook knows that you can put your birthday, relationship status, family, and so much more, but they are not stopping there. »read more
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My Favorite People Involved In U.S History by Sam Hirschboeck
1) FDR
-Brought the United States out of Great Depression.
-Charismatic leader.
-Longest serving president.
-Lead United States during WWII. »read more
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Red Sox News by Joe Kramer
THE BOSTON RED SOX ARE READY TO PLAY BASEBALL WITH NEW COACH BOBBY VALENTINE…..AT LAST THE MONSTER AWAKENS!!!
The Boston Red Sox have had a tough start to the 2012 season nearly losing every game they played, becoming dead last in the league, and leaving Boston fans wondering if this truly was a fall to a great kingdom of baseball. »read more
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Indian’s Last 2 Games by Jordyn and Jamie
Last Friday, the girls played Sibley East. It was a tough game, but the girls pulled out a 15-11 win. They did good hitting and in the field. Monday April 30th, the softball team played St. Marys. »read more
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Sleepy Eye FFA Chapter Officers 2012-2013 by Brandon Roiger
On Sunday, 13 chapter members were installed as officers for Sleepy Eye FFA. Sunday marked the Sleepy Eye FFA banquet to highlight the year of success for the Sleepy Eye FFA chapter. Members were recognized for individual and team awards and these members were officiated into their respective officers. »read more
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Carl the Whale by Erin Kotten
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Well, certainly not Carl. I doubt he could even fit in a pineapple, ‘cause ya know, he’s a whale. He is probably the coolest whale you’d ever meet. Believe it or not, he does indeed have a mustache »read more
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How to Make A Good How To. by Matthew M, Danny F, Justin K.
Think of something better than “1000 Things You See Everyday”.
Don’t copy Marshall and Ruben’s ideas.
Recruit David.
Borrow something off of Phineas and Ferb.
Do a “How To” of something that is not important.
Write down the first thing that comes to mind (about the topic). »read more
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Switzerland Home Sweet Home: Swiss Weekends
It’s Friday six o’clock. Yeahh school is out!! We worked the whole week and now we just wanna go home and have a nice weekend. We go home, get ready, meet our friends and let’s go party. We go to a city with dance clubs or if there is a home party we go there. »read more
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Vikings 2012 Draft Analysis by Isaac Braun
Everyone knows the Vikings needed help. After a season to forget in Minnesota, where the Vikings finished the season 3-13, it was time to bring in fresh new players at the NFL draft. The Vikes had the third pick in the draft and were ready to pick some big names. The Vikings first pick went to USC left tackle Matt Kalil which is a big help for the team in blocking for quarterback Christian Ponder’ blindside. »read more
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Funny And Random Things by Matthew Miller, Danny Fischer, Justin Kotten
Try to picture some of these things.

1. A giraffe throwing up. Thats a long way, he could choke.
2. The actual march of the penguins, literally waddling down the street, in a march.
3. A superhero getting beat by some random guy in the middle of trying to save the world.
4. There are more chickens in the world than people. »read more

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Indians Get Another Win Versus CMC by Jordyn D. and Jamie F.
The Sleepy Eye girls softball team played CMC last Thursday April 26th. The girls took home another win with a score of 21-9. Sydney Remus had the win on the mound with 6 strike outs and only 5 hits allowed.  »read more
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Polyvore by Bailey Anderson
Polyvore is a fashion sharing website, kinda like Facebook or Twitter but for clothes. You make sets of things like photos and text, and search the site for clothes to go with it. The set can be any style. It could be expensive designer clothes or just things from H&M. When there’s a new designer collection or fashion event, a lot of people make a set with it. I usually make sets about street style or events. »read more