Salem, India- 10:00 pm

Salem, Indian

Not a typo

There is a place in Indian called Salem

Today we met a group of Indian students!! They taught us so much!!!

Some Facts We Learned:

• They have free education. 
• English is most of their second language. 
• They all speak Indie. 
• They eat this type of food called curry. 
• These students showed us that the women in their culture wear this things that look like dresses. The men wear skirts a a shirt. They look so beautiful.  
• The most important thing to us is our family. 
• Every time we speak they show us a sign that has hands clapping and a heart. 

Coach D

March 13, 2020
9:00 pm

We got pumped up and learned how to energize ourselves when we get tired!! Thank you so much!! You were so amazing, fun and full of energy!! We are set for the evening!!

Australia in the House

March 13
12:00 am
M. Garza

Film Maker

• Simon "7 continents is my goal!!"
• He needs Antarctica!!
• Simon we might know someone!!

• Student Question "Why no dialogue?"
• Boxer
• Boxer have people around him
• When you are in ring you are completely on your own.
• Wanted to show that it is sometimes a lonely road. Understand the journey, is more important. 

• Student Question "Favorite Country you filmed in?"
• Climatize quickly
• food 
• culture
• Palestine
• drank coffee
• warn torn but show how people are reliant

• Simon "I have a sense of adventure"
• It is his Australian Nature
• 3 P's- People, Pay, Project

Cambodia

March 12, 2020
M. Garza


Dear Vanny,

This letter is to you. I loved your story. You have risen from poverty and found something you love. I can't believe how positive you are. Your honesty and sharing how you grew up with my students has inspired me to be a better person. Your story was emotional and made us cry. I am fortunate and know my mom and dad. You have had a few families and finally met your mom. I am happy you have. Your family is amazing just like you. May you continue to follow your dreams!!

Paul Garza, "Don't speak nerd!"

"Don't Speak Nerd Paul!" - Ms. Garza

Ms. Garza's brother, Paul, jumped online with us tonight to talk about network security. He explained to us, in plain English, what he does at his job, and why it's important.

Fun fact: he's Ms. Garza's little brother, but he's much taller than Ms. Garza, so is he really the little brother? 🤔

We really wanted him to slide down the slide IN HIS OFFICE, but he wouldn't, even though we were trying a little peer pressure, "Go, go, go." BUT, it was a no go. Lol

Super fun call with a sibling - personal calls are the best calls. Ask Ms. Garza about the picture of the blue dress - it's highly entertaining.

Adios Ratboy!! 

Tips for Writing!!

March 12, 2020
Biak Sung

She works for/at a university.

Here are some tips:

• Main topics for writing: who, what, when, where, and why? 
• Try to find a fresh print when you're writing for a company. 
• You may have a word count limit. 
• Writers for newspapers are not doing so well because people look at stuff online now. 
• People can sue the writers so it's a huge responsibility. 
• Blogs are a way to tell stories. 
• There are no rules for writing blogs. 
• Think about what you love and write about it. 
• It's more interesting if you tell us about something you like or love to do. 
• Use websites for free images so that you don't accidentally copyright an image. 
• Use pictures to attract people. Remember that things you put online never go away! Will you regret it in the future?

Deborah Glenn, Los Angeles, CA

Blogging, Posting, Telling a Story

PRINT MEDIA:

What kinds of conversations do you read? Our students answered they read online news journals and social media, but they don't read news in print.

In today's world, what you read in print is more of a reaction to the news, an opinion piece or commentary, rather than breaking news which appears online before it ever makes it to print. Something else we find in print today are feature stories, which are stories related to the interests of people in that local or regional area.

When writing, stick with the original questions: who, what, when, where, why? If you can answer those questions, your piece will cover the most important information.

BLOG:

A blog is a way to tell stories, keep a diary, explore topics about what you're interested in. There are no formal rules for a blog, but one thing that always helps a blog is voice writing. When your particular tone or point of view really stands out, your blog could become popular and reach many people.

Any writing is better when you're writing about something you really care about it. Keep your post at 500 words or less because of limited attention spans and patience. Include fun images and pictures! Remember to use your own pictures or free pictures from the internet because of copyright issues.

Great advice from a former NYC editor! Thanks for all the good information!!

Cambodia

March 12
7:00 am
Cambodia

His name is Vanny Chan. He lives in Cambodia, Pou Senchey District. He went to school for a short period of time.

He was living in trash and also sleeping in trash too when he was young. He did not live originally with his mom or dad. He met his mom later in life. He really doesn't know his dad. 

He said he found Jesus and that helped him out of poverty. He asked God to bless him with a job so he can take care of his family. He is now an evangelist today.

Vanny has 2 kids, 1 girl and 1 boy and he is married.

Hiral Desai: San Antonio, TX

Former LHS AVID student (Go Farmers)!

AVID really pushed her to think about how she wanted to further her career after high school, got her to apply for scholarships, and helped her build a network to get a head start on advancing her education.

Houston Cougar!  Fell in love with UH.  Saw them at a college fair.  Houston actually has the world's largest medical center.  She was shocked, too!  Definitely recommends going to visit colleges before making a choice.

Currently working in a nursing department at Northeast Methodist in San Antonio.

Recommends taking advantage of career center courses in high school like Public Health, Medical Terminology, and Clinical Rotations if you want to be a nurse.  Get first-hand experience and some background on the field.

Blood and vomit never bothered her ... but sometimes the smell does!  Her emotions are on her face, and she has a bad gag reflex.  So if she knows that's something really funky with a patient, she puts some Vicks VapoRub under her nose, chews some gum, and puts on a mask so people can't see her face! :D

Ice cube in Antartica

6:25

Walk 2/3 of a mile to get where they want. They fly to New Zealand and from there they go to Antartica. Fly under the cloud so you see whole Antartica. 72 flights bring them supplies. Stay there 8 months. 9300 of elevation so not really cold but just the elevation. Get altitude sickness. Winter rooms are bigger than summer rooms. 

-Alondra