Active on socials
The positives and negative effects that social media has to offer.
By: Sinyah G. Are you on social media? Social media can have some negative and positive effects. So let's talk about it. When on social media, society can engage with one another worldwide. So If you need to improve at communicating in person or you're just shy, then social media can help you communicate and make friends without having to be in person. When speaking to a student at Woodland High School, I asked if social media had a positive effect on her and her response was, "yes, it has helped me meet a lot of new people In and out of school." Also, If you want to expand yourself in any way, social media is the way to go. It'll help spread yourself, your brand, or whatever you want to show off. Social media is also said to be the cause of a lot of problems. When on social media, you may become too addicted and disconnected from the real world. Such as spending all of your time on your phone to keep up with trends and losing focus on what's important. People on social media can also be very harmful, such as putting others down and making others feel as if they shouldn't be included in today's standards. When speaking to a parent, I asked what she thinks of social media, and she said, "I think social media Is teaching these kids the wrong idea of life; most of them just want to follow each other and grow up early." Based on the positive and negative effects I've conducted, It all depends on how one uses it. If we as a society used social media to help bring up one another and spent less time letting It consume our thoughts, it could be very positive for everyone. |
Woodland says Goodbye to Mr. Fonoimoana
Mr. Fonoimoana's last day at WHS
By: K.Parker & A.Ing Woodland says goodbye to our beloved Mr. Fonoimoana, an assistant principal also known as Mr. F, who will be leaving after his last day, Tuesday, Oct 18, 2022. Mr. F has been part of this school since 2011, this year being his eleventh. Before arriving at Woodland, he worked in the power tool industry. He was interested in getting into the education industry, so he began substituting for teachers. Soon enough, he became a teacher himself when a spot was open for him at Woodland Highschool. He taught Special Ed, American Literature, 9th grade literature, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and also coached track. Mr. F was mainly focused on his career as a teacher, and never really thought about being an assistant principal. He explains what led to him applying for a spot as an assistant principal. “A leader came up to talk to me and encouraged me to apply for it, and I never thought about it. And I knew, from a familial standpoint, I needed to move in that direction; and so we did. It worked out great, I’m really happy I was encouraged to do that, and it’s been really fun.” Because they are in different counties, his schedule is never aligned with his childrens’. “Spring break is the only break we really have together, so, that's about the only time we can take trips because I work during the summer. There are a lot of things that I want to expose them to before they go out on their own, and I just don’t have a lot of time to do that as a high school principal.” Mr F. will be leaving to work at an elementary school in Clayton County. Before leaving, Mr. F left a few words for the staff and students here at Woodland High School, “Our education is a very tough place to work these days. In a lot of ways, our society sees us as customer service, as opposed to professionals that have something to offer. And so we have to work as hard as we possibly can to make sure we give you guys every ounce of knowledge you need to be successful.Regardless of what society feels, we need to build that trust back, so that it's not about us versus them, or school versus community, it's really a partnership together. And they see us as somebody who has value to offer to families, so we gotta continue on that path. For you guys as students, you have to do the absolute best for everything we are pushing you guys to learn and do. We're counting on the future to be better, based on what you are learning right now.” “You have to find your capital T truth. Everybody has to understand that you’re part of something bigger than just yourself or just your life. You have to understand what it is, what’s your capital T truth. What drives you, what are you living this life for. You have to keep that in mind throughout your whole life.” Mr. F is a very optimistic person, and we, as a school, will miss him. After school activities
By: Jordan Green WHS students do many different activities after school at home, work, and school. 116 students replied and said what they do most often. 87.9% of students voted on eating after school, 80.2% voted on doing school work, 75% of students sleep, 67.2% shower, 60.3% does their chores, 56% watch tv, 40.5% has practice, 40.5% plays video games, and 5.2% babysits. 25% of students go to work after school. I asked several students and Roman Horn says that he “plays pool, texts friends, or facetime them.” Logan Gloria says that “[I] do my homework, but in the background I put on youtube.” Another student says that he “goes to sleep.” Many students do different things after school but many do the same things. Gorgeous & glamorous fashion
By: Kirsten Johnson What do you think about trending clothes? Trending clothes are influenced by a lot of teenagers and influencers on social media. In our generation teenagers and influencers put clothes together and it becomes a trend. Things like purses, shoes, jewelry etc. This is everywhere in the world people from different states influence clothing. People influence their clothes by posting what they wear, meaning putting cute outfits together. Social media influences a lot of people on a daily basis. You can find clothing inspirations, purses, shoes to go with an outfit and everything. People style clothes based on the ways they love to dress. Some people like big clothes or oversized clothes, others love small clothes that fit their body really well. Instagram models inspire and persuade people to love to dress. From instagram, tiktok dressing videos and other social media platforms. Social media influences a lot of people to do the things we do today and makes a lot of trends that are repeated by others. |
Maybe An Addiction
By: Sniyah G. and Kirsten J. An addiction to your phone may be more than you realize it is at the moment. Let's take a moment to talk about it. Would you consider using your phone to be an addiction? To answer the question I think it all depends on how long you think you can go without it. If you constantly have to be on your phone throughout the day then it’s more likely that you have an addiction. When you obtain an addiction to something your life starts to depend on it more and more. So if you are someone who has or is becoming addicted to your phone I would think about exploring other things that may interest you. Most people become addicted to their phones because of social media which isn’t always the best for our mental health. I believe we all need a break from the social world at some point. The more you become seduced by social platforms/ your phone the less you can be connected to the real world. Exploring other interests outside of a phone will make you less likely to become disconnected from the real world and maybe gain a likely prospect for something new. So even if you don’t have an addiction, be sure to not get influenced and gain one. The Thanks We Give
Available clothes for Woodland students
Question: What are you thankful for and why? Liliana: I'm thankful for my friends; they are always there for me. The love I can't find anywhere else I see here with them. Question: What are you thankful for and why? Mel: Life because I make a lot of money Question: What are you thankful for and why? Will: Life because it's a one-time experience; we will never be able to do this again. Question: What are you thankful for and why? Antonio: I'm thankful for my momma cause she's cool, and I like her from time to time Question: What are you thankful for and why? Trevor: I'm thankful for life because life is a blessing. Question: What are you thankful for and why? Amaya: My family because they birthed me. Below are some drives students can donate to help the less fortunate on the holidays. Connecting Henry - Helps families be self-sufficient (clothing, rent, etc.) Bennett Trucking - Helps families during the holidays Haven House - Domestic violence shelter for women and children Operation Lunchbox - Food resource/pantry Helping In His Name - Food Resource; Funding for rent Blessing Thrift Store - Clothing resource |
Reasons That Kids Struggle in School
Stressed student. Photo courtesy of Steinar Engeland, unsplash.com
By: K.Parker There are multiple different issues that can cause a student to struggle in school. This includes social challenges, academic issues, or even physical or mental health problems. According to the google form that was sent out to several different classes, there are many common issues that contribute to a student's academic struggle. Based on an open-ended survey, many students feel that teachers need to look at things from a student’s point of view, meaning they have to understand that students have lives outside of school. Having to manage homework from seven different classes, extracurricular activities, jobs, and responsibilities can lead to a build up of stress. This can have a negative effect on the mental health of a student. One student states, “It's a little stressful as a freshman because all of my middle school social studies classes were whisked away due to COVID and I didn't really learn much. It's a struggle but I'm barely maintaining a B in that class. The questions are frustrating and vague and the fact that almost everything is a grade is stressful.” This statement shows that COVID had an effect on the education the student was getting during remote learning, and how it is now affecting her present academic performance. An anonymous student listed “lack of motivation” as one of the reasons that they struggle. Having no motivation can significantly impact a student’s grades. Parents or teachers may see this as laziness, but lack of motivation has multiple factors. For example, students might just not be interested in the topic at all. Or, they’ve come to the conclusion that the subject is just too difficult or maybe even too easy. When another student was asked for her input, she replied, “I think students aren’t performing well in some classes because of poor work ethic. Maybe in the classes they’re in, they aren't getting taught in the teaching style that they’re used to.” Poor work ethic is when a person shows bad work habits. This includes a lack of productivity, lack of concern for deadlines, and poor quality of work. Some students simply don’t care enough about school and find it unimportant. Many things can contribute to poor performances in school. Woodland's upcoming musical
Cast and crew auditions held soon
By: E.Waters On October 28th Woodland’s Theatre Department announced this year's new musical, Working: A Musical. This show will debut on March 30th and 31st 2023 at the Fairview Performing Arts Center so make sure to mark your calendars. According to stateagent.com, “Working concerns the hopes, dreams, joys and concerns of the average working American. In the course of one twenty-four hour workday, the audience meets and hears stories of various workers including the schoolteacher, the parking lot attendant, the waitress, the mill worker, the mason, the trucker, the fireman and the housewife.” It contains 2 acts and has a mostly male cast. If you are interested in being a part of this production auditions will be held for the cast and crew in the theatre room very soon. Cast auditions will be held on November 14, 2022, and auditionees will need to prepare a 30-sec monologue and 16-bars of a musical theatre song. All you introverts don’t worry because being a part of the cast isn't the only way to participate. Crew auditions will be held on November 10, 2022, roles need to be filled for props, lighting, sound, costumes, publicity, stage management, and choreography. |
