The Hunger Games

THE HUNGER GAMES

Book review by Brooke Burgess

Do you like fast-paced, heart-stopping exciting teen reads? Then this book is DEFINITELY something you would want to consider reading. The thrilling book is known as The Hunger Games, the first in a best-selling trilogy.

This story is about a girl from future North America, also known as Panem. She lives in District 12, and is sent to the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is to let all the districts of Panem know that the Capital is in charge of them. The girl- Katniss Everdeen- will have to battle eleven other girls, and twelve boys that were randomly selected to fight to the death in the Hunger Games.

I recommend you read this incredible book by Suzanne Collins, and trust me, you will not be able to keep your nose out of The Hunger Games.

In the Halls

By: Audrey Hoey-Kummerow, April Haight, Zoe Hamer-Lang

What is the best way for a sixth grader to approach an eighth grader?

“Find common ground and common interests.”- Mrs. Greenwood

“Just say hello.”- Dayna 6^th grade

“Treat them like a normal person, make small talk.”- Jack 7^th grade

“Treat them like a normal person.”- Niels 8^th grade

“Say hello and ask them questions.”- Taylor 7^th grade

“Being involved in the same activities or having something in common.”- Mrs.Hoey

“Walk up to them with confidence.”- Maletino 6^th grade

Giddy Up, West!

By: Molly Roecker

                              (Image from West website: http://www.usd497.org/Domain/25.)

Do you like dancing, playing games and just hanging out with your friends? Then you should go to our first school dance! Here is some information you’ll want to know!

When: Friday, November 6; From 6-8 PM

Where: West (Enter through courtyard doors)

Why: Because they are fun!

Who: Only West students

Price: $4.00 (Snacks and drinks are all $1.00)

            Here are the activities:

·        Dancing (of course) there will even be a DJ!!

·        Photo Booth

·        Basketball

·        Ping Pong

·        Karaoke

·        Foosball

·        Movies, and much more!

Hope to see all you cowboys and cowgirls there!!

Get to know Mr. Morgenroth

By: Ella Kemp

          Get to know your FAVORITE band teacher with these interesting questions about his love for his job!

 Q: Did you play a band instrument in middle school? Which instrument did you play?

A: I played the Tenor Sax.

Q: What inspired you to become a music teacher?

A: I love to do my job!

Q: How long have you been teaching here at West Middle School?

A: 5 years.

Q: Use four words to describe yourself when teaching:

A:

o   Silly

o   Serious

o   Excited

o   Picky

Q: What instrument overall is your favorite?

A: French Horns.

Q: Do you think the pre-teens and teens you teach everyday like your teaching style?

A: I hope so.

In the Halls

“What is your favorite fruit?” 

By Madison Seelye

Elizabeth Newman,  6^th

 Strawberries!

Allison Babbit ,  6^th  

Mangos!

Lea Chow-Yuen , 7^th

Watermelon!

Michel Kahungura , 8^th

Apples!

Cade Burns , 6^th

Strawberries!

                                                       
  

What Club ?!?

An Opinion By Cami Palmer

This week I will be writing on YCU.

        YCU (Young Christians United) is great because there are a lot of positive points. For example, Mrs. Lent does an “introduction circle” every week so that you can get to know everyone. This is a Christians’ club, so they read from the Bible each week. They almost always have a guest speaker, and they have doughnuts every week. YCU helps you to learn more about the connection between Jesus Christ and you. When you are there, you really feel good about yourself.

Jalen Jordan, a member of YCU, was willing to answer a question. I asked him, “What is your favorite part about YCU?” and he responded with, “My favorite part is that we get to think and learn about Jesus.”  

This is a club for 6^th- 8^th graders. YCU is held in Mrs. Lent’s room (B28). It is on Thursdays, from 3:10 to 3:45. So in conclusion, YCU is a great club and I recommend that you attend when you get a chance