Name of photographer- Alyssa Schukar
General focus of portfolio (photoj, sports, stories, etc.)- Stories
List three problems that the judges note with the portfolio - With the story about the eating disorder, one judge thought that it could have been better and he has seen it made better. On the same story, one judge didn't really see any emotions and feelings behind them. There was no strong singles either.
List two things the judges like- They liked the picture with the guy sweeping because it had a really nice background to it and it complemented the picture good. They also liked the girl that fell in the hurdles becuase in the picture, you can see her legs just pointed out and her emotion. one of the judges liked the picture with the guys in the stairwell because there was a nice graphic to it.
What is your overall impression? What did you like or not like?- My overall impression, was that some pictures could have been shot better whether it had been due to the lighting or what objects it had or possibly what it didn't have. Something that I did like was how in some pictures it told a story with the emotions that showed within the character.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Story Questions
Topic: Summer Vacation Plans
- Are you doing anything in particular this summer, or just chillin?
- How exited are you for this summer? And why?
- Have you been looking foward to it? And how much?
- If you're not going anywhere this summer and even if you are, where do you wish you can go for a summer vacation? And why?
- Are you going to spend your summer with friends or family?
- Are you ready for summer or do you think you could wait more and have more of your year right now? And why?
- Do you think the hot Texas climate will affect you summer? Why or why not and in what way?
- Do you look foward to getting a tan and coming back to school darker because of the sun? why or why not?
- How do you think or plan you summer to be like?
- Is partyin and foolin around in your plans this summer? And how?
- Are you planning on going crazy this summer, meaning drinking and drugs and anything in that range?
- Who do you think you are going to spend most of your summer with and what are you guys going to do?
- Where do you see yourself during your summer vacation?
- Are you expecting your vacation to be boring or exiting? And why?
- Do you plan on leaving Austin this summer? If yes, where?
- Are you planning on leaving the country this summer? if yes, where?
- Do you plan on going to a theme park for this summer as a way of entertaining yourself? if yes, where?
- Any special dates for you this summer? if yes, what is it?
- Are you going to exercise or just be a junkie this summer? why or why not?
- Will you miss school this summer? Why or why not? And in what ways?
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
News Lead
Who is involved?- The first Superman comic book
Who does/did the situation affect?- comic book fans and collectors
Who said so?- The author of the article
What is happening?- Comic book collectors and Superman fans are trying to get their hands on the first Superman comic book and it's pretty expensive to do so
What did happen?- The owner of this comic book had bought it when he was just a boy and forgot about it for almost 28 years in his mom's basement and now it's worth a lot!
What are the consequences?- People are going crazy for it that they bid for about $400,000!!
What is different about this?- There is only 100 existing copies and very valuable. The fact that it is about Superman really kicks in becuase he was like the first ever hero and that means a lot
What are the choices?- It's either give it all for it or not
When did or will this happen?- Friday February 27, 2009 was when it was published for people to see
When was this discovered?- The owner found the comic book again in 1966 and has kept to see how much it can be worth and just wait for the right price to come
Where did or will this happen?- On the west coast
Why did this happen or will it happen?- Well the rightful owner has kept the comic book to see if it will increase in value
How did it or will it happen?- It all happened when the owner was young and bought the comic book with some help from his dad
How much does it cost?- It's going to cost the buyer some several thousand dollars for it.
How many people does this affect?- The current owner of the comic book as well as comic book collectors and Superman fans
How do you feel about this?- I feel like it's so weird that people would actually maybe trade their farrari's for a comic book and waste as much as $750,000 or higher for a comic book, but who am i to tell someone that it's stupid when they have a desire for it for whatever their reason is.
Lead: After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original "Action Comics No. 1" comic book, featuring Superman and friends, will make a comeback
Re-Write: There's no question that the comic book that included the ultimate hero, Superman along with his friends hasn't been heard of in a long time, but an unexpected someone just might be bringing it back to people's minds.
Who does/did the situation affect?- comic book fans and collectors
Who said so?- The author of the article
What is happening?- Comic book collectors and Superman fans are trying to get their hands on the first Superman comic book and it's pretty expensive to do so
What did happen?- The owner of this comic book had bought it when he was just a boy and forgot about it for almost 28 years in his mom's basement and now it's worth a lot!
What are the consequences?- People are going crazy for it that they bid for about $400,000!!
What is different about this?- There is only 100 existing copies and very valuable. The fact that it is about Superman really kicks in becuase he was like the first ever hero and that means a lot
What are the choices?- It's either give it all for it or not
When did or will this happen?- Friday February 27, 2009 was when it was published for people to see
When was this discovered?- The owner found the comic book again in 1966 and has kept to see how much it can be worth and just wait for the right price to come
Where did or will this happen?- On the west coast
Why did this happen or will it happen?- Well the rightful owner has kept the comic book to see if it will increase in value
How did it or will it happen?- It all happened when the owner was young and bought the comic book with some help from his dad
How much does it cost?- It's going to cost the buyer some several thousand dollars for it.
How many people does this affect?- The current owner of the comic book as well as comic book collectors and Superman fans
How do you feel about this?- I feel like it's so weird that people would actually maybe trade their farrari's for a comic book and waste as much as $750,000 or higher for a comic book, but who am i to tell someone that it's stupid when they have a desire for it for whatever their reason is.
Lead: After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original "Action Comics No. 1" comic book, featuring Superman and friends, will make a comeback
Re-Write: There's no question that the comic book that included the ultimate hero, Superman along with his friends hasn't been heard of in a long time, but an unexpected someone just might be bringing it back to people's minds.
news leads
Who is involved?- Michael and Robert Rosenberg
Who does/did the situation affect- Michael and Robert Rosenberg
Who said so?- The author of the article
What is happening?- They're sort of being blamed and looked wrong for something that happened and had to do with their dad
What did happen?- Supposibly their dad negotiated and delivered atomic-bomb secrets to the Soviet Union.
What are the consequences?- There has been a lot of controversy about it and involving the brothers
What is different about this?- It's not really an everyday case where you find out that your dad did that and in a way went against what he was and then to believe that he was a spy??
What are the choices?- There's no choice in this. The brothers would have maybe been closed about the situation and all but that didn't happen
When did or will this happen?- This origionally started during the Cold War but it continued till around 2008
When was this discovered?- July of 1950
Where did or will this happen?- This happened during the 1900's
Why did this happen or will it happen?- There isn't an explanation for this, i mean it's life and you never know what might happen
How did it or will it happen?- It all happened because of what they're father did, which was delivering atomic-bomb secrets with the Soviet Union
How much does it cost?- There was no cost
How many people does this affect?- Not many but people are interested in the story
How do you feel about this?- I think it's a rare story and really weird at the same time, because of the events and how they all went down
Lead: They were the most famous orphans of the cold war, only 6 and 10 years old in 1953 when their parents were executed at Sing Sing for delivering atomic-bomb secrets to the Soviet Union.
Re-Write: Of the many children from the cold war, these two pair of brothers will be remembered for what their parents did, which resulted in them loosing their lives.
Who does/did the situation affect- Michael and Robert Rosenberg
Who said so?- The author of the article
What is happening?- They're sort of being blamed and looked wrong for something that happened and had to do with their dad
What did happen?- Supposibly their dad negotiated and delivered atomic-bomb secrets to the Soviet Union.
What are the consequences?- There has been a lot of controversy about it and involving the brothers
What is different about this?- It's not really an everyday case where you find out that your dad did that and in a way went against what he was and then to believe that he was a spy??
What are the choices?- There's no choice in this. The brothers would have maybe been closed about the situation and all but that didn't happen
When did or will this happen?- This origionally started during the Cold War but it continued till around 2008
When was this discovered?- July of 1950
Where did or will this happen?- This happened during the 1900's
Why did this happen or will it happen?- There isn't an explanation for this, i mean it's life and you never know what might happen
How did it or will it happen?- It all happened because of what they're father did, which was delivering atomic-bomb secrets with the Soviet Union
How much does it cost?- There was no cost
How many people does this affect?- Not many but people are interested in the story
How do you feel about this?- I think it's a rare story and really weird at the same time, because of the events and how they all went down
Lead: They were the most famous orphans of the cold war, only 6 and 10 years old in 1953 when their parents were executed at Sing Sing for delivering atomic-bomb secrets to the Soviet Union.
Re-Write: Of the many children from the cold war, these two pair of brothers will be remembered for what their parents did, which resulted in them loosing their lives.
Element Of News: Stories
Proximity: Last monday there were several reported crimes of house robberies within the William Cannon area. Residents might want to take some precautions when locking their doors and windows.
Prominence: Mr. Girard has been honored with an award for best principle in the AISD District. (readers would be students at akins)
Timeliness: It has just been reported that Barack Obama gave up his presidential career due to major problems going on.
Oddity: Down by town lake, several citizens spotted a great white shark roaming in the water.
Consequence: Due to the plane crash that occured in the IRS building on 183, drivers will definately encounter major delays from here on out till next week friday.
Conflict: Many might argue about the incident involving tennis player, Serena Williams and the fact that she yelled at the line judge after calling her serve out. Her mistake obviously resulted in her losing the match.
Human interest: Soon, students here in Texas will be getting out of school and that will lead into fun and joy for many, but not for some parents.
Prominence: Mr. Girard has been honored with an award for best principle in the AISD District. (readers would be students at akins)
Timeliness: It has just been reported that Barack Obama gave up his presidential career due to major problems going on.
Oddity: Down by town lake, several citizens spotted a great white shark roaming in the water.
Consequence: Due to the plane crash that occured in the IRS building on 183, drivers will definately encounter major delays from here on out till next week friday.
Conflict: Many might argue about the incident involving tennis player, Serena Williams and the fact that she yelled at the line judge after calling her serve out. Her mistake obviously resulted in her losing the match.
Human interest: Soon, students here in Texas will be getting out of school and that will lead into fun and joy for many, but not for some parents.
Element Of News: 5w's & 1H
Who is involved?- Marijuana legalizators
Who does/did the situation affect?- The state of California
Who said so?- The reporter as well as the legalizators
What is happening?- People are trying to make Marijuana legal in the state of California
What did happen?- People rallyed, protested, and openly complained about this situation
What are the consequences?- Some people wouldn't agree to this for certain concerns
What is different about this?- California would be the first state to do this type of action
What are the choices?- To either legalize it or not
When did or will this happen?- By the end of 2010
When was this discovered?- Friday, 12 June 2009
Where did or will this happen?- In the state of California
Why did this happen or will it happen?- To deflate the crimes like removing marijuana like possession and distribution and drastically drop the crime rates in most major cities
How did it or will it happen?- By people going out there and trying to do everything so it can work
How much does it cost?- It won't cost anything
How many people does this affect?- The residents living in the state of California mainly, but it can also affect people around the U.S. because they might want to move there
How do you feel about this?- I personally think that in a way it would help in terms of crimes and stuff but now there may be a problem with under aged kids doing this because it would be allowed to just have it.
Who does/did the situation affect?- The state of California
Who said so?- The reporter as well as the legalizators
What is happening?- People are trying to make Marijuana legal in the state of California
What did happen?- People rallyed, protested, and openly complained about this situation
What are the consequences?- Some people wouldn't agree to this for certain concerns
What is different about this?- California would be the first state to do this type of action
What are the choices?- To either legalize it or not
When did or will this happen?- By the end of 2010
When was this discovered?- Friday, 12 June 2009
Where did or will this happen?- In the state of California
Why did this happen or will it happen?- To deflate the crimes like removing marijuana like possession and distribution and drastically drop the crime rates in most major cities
How did it or will it happen?- By people going out there and trying to do everything so it can work
How much does it cost?- It won't cost anything
How many people does this affect?- The residents living in the state of California mainly, but it can also affect people around the U.S. because they might want to move there
How do you feel about this?- I personally think that in a way it would help in terms of crimes and stuff but now there may be a problem with under aged kids doing this because it would be allowed to just have it.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Who is involved?- British TV host Mike Brewer. Injured pilot, Ian Fortune.
Who does/did the situation affect?- Many people around the world
Who said so?- Mike Brewer with his filming.
What is happening?- The news is talking about this pilot who miraculously survived after encountering a battle and still finished his mission.
What did happen?- Apparently, Ian Fortune got shot in the head and was still able to operate the helicopter and safely land it.
What are the consequences?- There's no negative consequences behind this, but i bet he was honored by people.
What is different about this?- It's not your typical day when you're flying a helicopter and all of a sudden get shot in the head, but still have the resistance and endurance of finishing his job.
What are the choices?- In my opinion, there were no choices i mean you either go down or rise to the occasion.
When did or will this happen?- This happened the friday before March 7.
When was this discovered?- The friday before March 7
Where did or will this happen?- This happened Southern Afghanistan.
Why did this happen or will it happen?- No one knows. They are at battle over there and everything is based on day by day dangers.
How did it or will it happen?- The pilot was just flying and trying to go somewhere when all of a sudden, he got shot in the head.
How much does it cost?- There is no cost to this.
How many people does this affect?- Their families and people around the world.
How do you feel about this? It's shocking just thinking about it.
Who does/did the situation affect?- Many people around the world
Who said so?- Mike Brewer with his filming.
What is happening?- The news is talking about this pilot who miraculously survived after encountering a battle and still finished his mission.
What did happen?- Apparently, Ian Fortune got shot in the head and was still able to operate the helicopter and safely land it.
What are the consequences?- There's no negative consequences behind this, but i bet he was honored by people.
What is different about this?- It's not your typical day when you're flying a helicopter and all of a sudden get shot in the head, but still have the resistance and endurance of finishing his job.
What are the choices?- In my opinion, there were no choices i mean you either go down or rise to the occasion.
When did or will this happen?- This happened the friday before March 7.
When was this discovered?- The friday before March 7
Where did or will this happen?- This happened Southern Afghanistan.
Why did this happen or will it happen?- No one knows. They are at battle over there and everything is based on day by day dangers.
How did it or will it happen?- The pilot was just flying and trying to go somewhere when all of a sudden, he got shot in the head.
How much does it cost?- There is no cost to this.
How many people does this affect?- Their families and people around the world.
How do you feel about this? It's shocking just thinking about it.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Basic News Writing
Who is involved?- David Carr
Who does/did the situation affect?- The 49ers
Who said so?- Apparently the author thinks that from the information he gathered.
Who does/did the situation affect?- The 49ers
Who said so?- Apparently the author thinks that from the information he gathered.
What is happening?- There is some controversy involving David Carr and what he's gonna bring to the football team, The 49ers
What did happen?- In the 2002 NFL Draft, David Carr left the Giants and got drafted to the 49ers.
What are the consequences?- Many people including Patrick Willis are talking about if he's going to help out the team or just bomb.
What is different about this?- It's a huge deal because some people have thoughts about it being a good thing or not and it might change the outcome of their season.
What are the choices?- I would say that they would have a choice of perhaps Micheal Vick or just other players suited for the position.
When did or will this happen?- It will be for the 2009 season
When was this discovered?- In 2002 after the draft.
Where did or will this happen?- When football season starts
Why did this happen or will it happen?- Well every year, they're is a draft and players get drafted from teams and it's just to improve their team.
How did it or will it happen?- It's based on the coaches and who they think will help in leading to victory.
How much does it cost?- However much they want the player, like if they want him bad then I'm guessing they will offer him a lot.
How many people does this affect?- It will affect the team members as well as the fans.
How do you feel about this?- I'm not really an ultimate football girl, but I think the 49ers will do great with Carr no matter what people want to say and everyone has opinions.
My interview with... Theresa Beltran
- I'm baffled!
- Being social in classes and doing good in school by getting good grades.
- Getting good grades and not acting up in class/school.
- I'm not going to do anything because I didn't expect this and it just came all of a sudden.
- Really think about it if you're interested in being student of the month.
- Nope because I'm too lazy for that.
- It wasn't hard because you basically have to pass all your classes.
- YEA!
- "Oh wow!" and "What did I do?"
- I do have to be a role model.
- They laughed and asked if I was joking around.
- Why did you vote for me?
- Motivation for better grades.
- Not that bad
- My mom was proud of my accomplishment.
- You can't do all of the bad things you want to do.
- You have a stronger opinion.
- I just found out when the results were announced.
- My teachers, friends, and family.
- YES!
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Student of the Month Interview.
- How do you feel about being student of the month?
- What do you think led you to this position?
- What does it take to be Student Of The Month?
- How are you going to celebrate this?
- What would you say to the people who would like to be Student Of The Month?
- Are you involved in any sports/activities/programs/clubs?
- Do you think it was hard to earn this type of recoginition? Why?
- Do you feel honored?
- What was going throught your head when you found out that you had won?
- Is there more to just being the student of the month? In other words, do you have to be a role model for others?
- What did your friends say about it?
- What would you like to say to all the students that voted for you?
- Now that you're named student of the month, what's next?
- How bad did you want this?
- How did your parents react to the news?
- Is there a bad side in being Student Of The Month?
- How is being student of the month a good thing?
- Did you know that you were a runner up for student of the month or did you kinda just find out when they said the results?
- Do you have anyone to thank?
- Are you proud to have such recognition?
School Uniform Questions
Sources:
- Mr. Girard
- Mr. Ruiz
- Mr. Zabloski
Questions:
- What is your say on the uniform policy?
- Who do you think is behind this policy?
- Why is it that he/she is doing this?
- Do you agree with it? Why?
- How do you think students are going to react to this?
- If you were a student, what would you say to this?
- Do you think they're is going to be some conflict following this?
- Is it really necessary?Why?
- Does this apply to every school or just some?
- Will this be a positive or negative thing for say high schoolers?
- Don't you think that more people witll get in trouble for not obeying the uniform than rather dressing in the AISD dress code?
- Are you willing to go with this or not?
- Why do you think that they're inforcing uniforms in school if it's better to just wear what you want?
- Is there some background information to this situation?
- If they do go through with this, when do you think it's going to come in effect?
- Do you think there would be conflicts if students were to happen to go on strike or boycott it?
- Is there any way in which the district might change their mind?
- Do you think uniforms will last in the future or is it just temporary?
- What is your opinion about not only the uniforms but the fact that they're enforcing it?
- Why do you think they're enforcing the uniforms?
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Basic News Writer
Who is involved?- the movie "The Hurt Locker" and Oscar winners
Who does/did the situation affect?- it didn't really affect anybody, i mean the winners were happy and all. The directer of "The Hurt Locker" was shocked because even though "Avatar" did a lot better, the crew took home 6 Oscars home.
Who said so?- The author of the article sort of implied it.
What is happening?- "The Hurt Locker" took home 6 Oscars, along with other actors winning some too.
What did happen?- The Oscar's were on last night and the "Hurt Locker" won six oscar awards.
What are the consequences?- Actors/producers were very happy and exited when they won.
What is different about this?- Only the best of the best win these kinds of awards and these people get recognized for it.
What are the choices?- The choices were between people in that category.
When did or will this happen?- March 8,2010
Why did this happen or will it happen?- The Oscar's is an award show that is on every year and awards the best movies and actors along with the people that made them happen.
How did it or will it happen?- Well, people are in charge of putting it on and making it happen. They decorized the place and built the stage and everything.
How much does it cost?- I'm guessing that in order to see the Oscars live you would pay minimum $60 or something.
How many people does this affect?- It affects all of the nominees because they all of course want to win. It affects the audience because they're are there expecting for their movie to win and everything and it affects the winners because it may open doors to them for other movies or projects.
How do you feel about this? I feel that it's a good show to watch and i personally watch it every year.
Who does/did the situation affect?- it didn't really affect anybody, i mean the winners were happy and all. The directer of "The Hurt Locker" was shocked because even though "Avatar" did a lot better, the crew took home 6 Oscars home.
Who said so?- The author of the article sort of implied it.
What is happening?- "The Hurt Locker" took home 6 Oscars, along with other actors winning some too.
What did happen?- The Oscar's were on last night and the "Hurt Locker" won six oscar awards.
What are the consequences?- Actors/producers were very happy and exited when they won.
What is different about this?- Only the best of the best win these kinds of awards and these people get recognized for it.
What are the choices?- The choices were between people in that category.
When did or will this happen?- March 8,2010
Why did this happen or will it happen?- The Oscar's is an award show that is on every year and awards the best movies and actors along with the people that made them happen.
How did it or will it happen?- Well, people are in charge of putting it on and making it happen. They decorized the place and built the stage and everything.
How much does it cost?- I'm guessing that in order to see the Oscars live you would pay minimum $60 or something.
How many people does this affect?- It affects all of the nominees because they all of course want to win. It affects the audience because they're are there expecting for their movie to win and everything and it affects the winners because it may open doors to them for other movies or projects.
How do you feel about this? I feel that it's a good show to watch and i personally watch it every year.
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