The Bluffer - Red Bluff, CA
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Page 2 August 26, 2016 Mission Statement To the students, to the teachers, to the administration, to the community, Opinions Editorial Policy: Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the district, staff, or student body. We welcome signed letters to the editor. Names may be withheld upon request. We also reserve the right to edit submission based on length and/or clarity. THE BLU FFER STA FF Lexi Pritchard Editor-in-Chief News Editors Lexi Pritchard Julissa Villalobos Kourtney Sanders Shania Prieto Opinions Editor Britney Miranda Brooke Blythe Features Editor Claire Miller Gabriel Hale Sports Editor Becca Frey Sophia Cumpton Topics Editor Julissa Villalobos Editor-in-Chief Abby O'Sullivan Advertising Director Alisa Pelanconi Adviser Cartoonist Amanda Waugh Staff Writers Brianna Tackmier Trinity Stehno Sarah Herrera Yesenia Cerrillo Aly Smith A-&-E Editor China allowed family expansion Brooke Blythe Features Editor "Bluffer- don't mistake the meaning of the school paper which Red Bluff High School is publishing this school year. The name of the paper was chosen to represent Red Bluff High and the students of that school, often called "Red Bluffers," but it is by no means a paper that bluffs." These were the first two sentences in the very first issue of The Bluffer which still ring true to this day. We, as The Bluffer, strive to produce a paper that is worth reading and enjoying. A paper which will contain the truth and the unheard voices of Red Bluff High School students. When read in the future these newspaper issues will bring back a sense of nostalgia to those reading it, which is just another good reason as to why the paper should be read. We dedicate ourselves to our work and everyone within the realms of Red Bluff to provide the most accurate information pertaining to the high school. In other words we do this for YOU. We serve the student body by telling them the truth and updating them on the happenings in their school and community. To the students, we would like to thank you for participating in our paper. Without you the Bluffer would not be possible. We yearn to incorporate your voice on topics as much possible this school year. To the teachers, we are forever grateful for your patience with the call slips and the fact that we remove your students from class constantly. The Buffer also values your participation in our articles. To administration, we appreciate your support and willingness to leave us to our own devices. Thank you for entrusting us with the ability to report on the occurrences in school. To the community, we will do our utmost to inform you about the thoughts in the minds of the students on campus. We hope that when you receive your Bluffer and read it and feel a sense of pride to have a group as passionate as us providing you with a professional representation of Red Bluff High School. In the words of the man, the myth, the legend himself, Mr. Evans, "AND--to The Bluffer staff--Get to work!" I n 2016 after nearly forty years, China changed its one- child policy to allow parents the choice of having two children. One reason for the change - there are not enough working aged people to support China's economy. This change could provide an abundance of new workers and bring about a new, younger age to China. In a communist country such as China, the government having the control is just the norm. In our Declaration of Independence, its says that all men are created equal with certain unalienable rights that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. For us, it feels wrong to have someone tell us how many children we can have; they are having their lives dictated. I feel that the Chinese should be able to choose how many children they want; it's just a small step towards the gate of freedom. Many couples might rejoice at the prospect of bringing home that second child, but until they are allowed the human dignity of deciding their own future, it's hardly something to celebrate. Upcoming Election Aly Smith Staff Writer S hould Barack Obama stay in office? The answer is yes. With 2016 Presidential Elections on fast approach, the candidates are looking less and less desirable. Hillary Clinton, the Democratic nominee, is already incriminated with accusations of stealing emails from the NSA. However, she was found not guilty for her wrongful doings, perhaps it was effected by her stature and status. Donald Trump, Republican nominee, has already displayed his ideals for the United States; some of which have conflicting interests with the American people. Donald Trump is stated as a racist, a sexist and a bully. Characteristics that were present in historical tyrants. We may not know the future, but we do know our history. It would be most wise not to repeat it. Therefore, Barack Obama staying in office as of right now to deal with the crisis blossoming between the U.S. and North Korea involving the declaration of war. With Donald Trump's explosive, brute personality and Hillary Clinton's shady motives, dealing with war threats right as one steps into the White House would be detrimental to the nation. To whom may not know, a president may enforce their stay in office as war emerges to deal with the problem at hand and protect the well being of the people. If Obama stayed in office, the elections would be canceled, and from there a new election would begin with new candidates. A fresh start for the American people as well as a budding sense of hope for the country. The need for steady and reliable leadership during war is substantial in keeping chaos from sweeping over the nation, and it is especially important for its future. Brianna Tackmier Opinions Editor College essays baffle seniors M ost college applications have yet to open to the seniors and thus we still have a brief few weeks until the madness of actually having to apply to college to get all of our ducks in a row. In fact, many teachers as well as our parents and other colleagues all happen to be telling us seniors to get our ducks in a row before the college applications open. What are those ducks we need to get in a row in order to get into college? As it goes in just about every case imaginable, that list is easier said than done. For starters, the grades are beyond important. If one can't perform and persist at maintaining their grades, colleges are probably going to turn their noses up at them. Personally, GPA or class rank shouldn't even matter because all they do is ref lect the grades of one applicant versus all the other applicants. Unfortunately, they do matter to almost any college so it's best to keep up with that. A-G requirements? Simple and straightforward since most of those are requirements to graduate high school. Community service? Check. Athletics? Check. Transcripts? Check. AP Exam scores? Check. SAT or ACT scores? Check. Senioritis? Check. Application fees? Check. Letters of recommendation? Those can wait until we can actually submit them with our applications. FAFSA? Doesn't open until October. However, one plight of the application process seems to critically stand out in the personal statement essay, mainly the ridiculous word limit to each essay. For the Common App, the maximum is 650 words, and for the UCs and CSUs that limit is 350. There are thousands of college hopefuls every year whose voices can't be heard in only 350 or 650 words. That is only the size of or twice the size of this article. Admissions counselors need to be able to make decisions within a few months of receiving thousands of applications, so they made the word limit to the personal statement incredibly small. Yet sharing the one experience that could be the difference between receiving that offer of admission and being denied admission could easily top 350 or even 650 words. Of all the portions on college applications, that essay's limit needs to be extended just by maybe 50 to 100 words so that the pressure of meeting that requirement doesn't literally go to our heads the way studying for AP Exams do. Everyone is eager for the rally today. SPARTAN THUMBS Football Season Paint your Spot Hawaiian Rally New School Year Students feel summer was short. Students are ready to cheer on their Spartans. Only some seniors would have an assigned parking spot. New Students It's difficult to get used to the new faces. Bluffer/ Trinity Stehno ***These Thumbs were acquired by Mr. Shcwabauer's third period class. concerns nation