Monthly Archives: January 2010

Yesterday, January 28th 2010, in her 6th period World Lit class, Mrs. Kelley won even more respect from me than she already had.

One of the kids in her class mentioned something that they thought was unfair, one of our students at Meeker High wearing cat ears in the building. They said they had nothing against the student, but thought that it was unfair that she could wear them when they were not allowed to wear hats. Three more kids in the class agreed and starting asking Mrs. Kelley why this was allowed.

Mrs. Kelley stood up and said “Taking off your hats in a building is not about being a distraction. It’s about showing respect and showing that you are honest enough to let others see your eyes. Out of all the things that you should be worried about; getting your grades up, going to college, and finding out how in two or so years you are going to support a family– you are worried about another student expressing their individuality!?”

When Mrs.Kelley said that, she won even more of my respect. I have never once seen a teacher at this school stand up for another student like Mrs. Kelley did, and for that, she is the strongest, smartest, and for me, the greatest role model a high school student could ask for.

There will be a benefit dinner for Dr. Dorsett’s student ecology workshop to the Sea of Cortez this summer, on January 30, at the fairgrounds complex. They are raising money for their trip to the Sea of Cortez near Baja. There will be a spaghetti dinner, bingo, and a dessert auction. It costs $10 to play bingo, $10 to eat the spaghetti dinner, but is only $18 if you buy them both at the same time. You can purchase your tickets at the door.

Monday January 18^th, 2010

On Monday, while in Denver, Colorado for the 2010 National Western Stock show, our very own Meeker FFA Chapter toured four agricultural related forms of business. One of those businesses included Shamrock Foods, which is one of the largest distribution companies in the western United States. Shamrock Foods is made up of four smaller corporations that help to distribute their products. On average, approximately 13,000 different varieties of products run through the distribution plant in Commerce City, Colorado daily. Approximately, three months ago, Shamrock Foods added on to their distribution plant a meat packing plant. There are many different types of meat that runs through this distribution plant. Beef is the most common but they also store poultry, pork, and seafood as well. There are 13 different types of seafood that runs through this plant including a live lobster tank. On average, between two and three thousand pounds of seafood daily. At this distribution plant, they have the privilege of keeping a USDA certified person onsite six days per week to inspect their meat before it is sent out to the consumer. The consumers also get the chance to go in and show the meat packing plant employees how they want their meat cut if they are not pleased with the product that they received in the past. Shamrock Foods is a company that is very dedicated to the happiness of its customers. They are so dedicated that if the customers need fresh products the next day, all the customer has to do is place their orders by 5:00 PM. Shamrock foods is very dedicated to keeping the statement that their products are fresh when they are distributed. To keep their products remaining fresh, Shamrock foods make sure that their entire inventory has not been there for longer than twenty-eight days.

- By: Kelsie Gross

The MHS Movie Night, hosted by the yearbook staff, was not as much of a hit as expected. They expected to make around $50.00, and the total income was $18.00. They showed the movie, “I Love You Beth Cooper”, on the 22nd of January. There were only about 15 kids who showed up, and only a few of them bought concessions. Since there could be no admission charge, all of the money was made via concessions. There will be another movie night planned, for young children, in the coming weeks.

Sunday January 17^th, 2010

Our second day at the Denver, Colorado National Western Stock show, I had the privilege of watching the 2010 Junior Market Lamb Show. As opposed to last year, this year’s market lambs were very nice this year that made for an excellent competition. This year’s judge was much more thorough this year compared last year. He took his time in making his selection and when he had the top five lambs selected, he gave very easy to follow and thorough reasons for his selection. The overall show was very intriguing. The sheep showmen all worked very hard at attempting to get their lambs to look their absolute bests and excelled dramatically. We had two students from Meeker, Colorado that represented our town at stock show this year and they did an excellent job.

- By: Kelsie Gross

To raise money for the Haitian earthquake victims, music stars from around the world will participate in a telethon on MTV. The concert was organized by actor George Clooney and will feature an all-star lineup; including Bono, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Kid Rock, and more! It is a two-hour event and will begin in Los Angeles, with George Clooney as the host, and New York, where Wyclef Jean will emcee. Anderson Cooper from CNN will report from Haiti.

They will begin accepting donations at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT on Friday.

You can make donations through the following ways.

-www.hopeforhaitinow.org (Online)

-877-99-HAITI (Phone)

-Text “GIVE” to 50555 (Text)

-Hope For Haiti Now Fund, Entertainment Industry Foundation, 1201 West 5th Street, Suite T-700, Los Angeles, CA 90017 (Mail)

For more information, visit:

www.hopeforhaitinow.org

www.mtv.com

Rob Zombie does it again! He has created a horror flick that has all of the perfect ingredients to becoming a classic!

The main plot is nowhere near the Halloween II brought to us by John Carpenter in 1981. It is a totally different take on the iconic movie, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Rob Zombie’s version shows you who Michael Myers really is, and what motivates him to do the things he does. He follows the ghost of his mother for miles and miles, to get to his sister, Angel Myers (Laurie Strode). This movie will draw you in, making you want to know what happens next, and the ending is shocking.

The acting is great, it contains nearly all of the cast from the 2007 adaptation of the original horror masterpiece. Laurie Strode is played by Scout Taylor-Compton, and Michael Myers is played by Tyler Mane. The only character that changed was Michael Myers in child form. Chase Wright Vanek plays young Myers, as opposed to Daeg Farch. The acting is pretty good, even thought there are only a few known actors/actresses in the movie.

The gore level is absurd, though not quite as absurd as 2007’s Halloween. However, the kill count is still high, and the heads are rolling!

Yesterday, January 12, 2010, Mr. Klark Kindler was announced Meeker High School’s Teacher of the Year! He was recognized at a school-wide assembly for outstanding accomplishment in teaching by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW). He was given two plaques, one to take home, and one to be hung up in the hallways of Meeker High School. The awards were given to him by members of the VFW including Joe Dungan, Tom Kilduff and Mrs. Crawford. A statement about Mr. Kindler, written by Ashley Purkey, was read.

Mr. Kindler wasn’t the only person who received a reward; so did three Meeker High School students. There was a scholarship contest entered by 17 students, and the winners were announced. In 3rd place was Charley Adams, who received a $50 Savings Bond; in 2nd place was Cameron Glasscock, who received a $50 Savings Bond and $20 of Meeker Chamber Bucks; and finally, in 1st place was Kelsie Gross, who received a $100 Savings Bond, and a plaque of recognition.

Meeker High School’s Staff and Student Body are very proud of these winners.