Christmas Snacks

[Show as slideshow] Recipes and photos courtesy of Family Fun magazine These snacks are wonderful for Christmas parties, or just for fun!  They’re... [Read more]

Call of Duty: Too Graphic?

Infinity Ward released it’s newest game, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Nov. 10. The game has been acclaimed as the most anticipated game of the decade. I, myself, had the game pre-ordered months before, and was waiting for it at the midnight release. Since the time of the game’s release,... [Read more]

Short But Steady Snowfall Surprise

” I heard it was supposed to rain, so when I woke up I immediately checked out my window for snow, I ran down my stairs and jumped around screaming” said senior Samantha Shaw. First block students were in a flurry when word traveled about Wednesday morning’s snow fall. “One of... [Read more]

No-Shave November

This past month came that time of year again; time for boys of all ages to put away the razors and participate in a commonly known beard-growing competition known as No-Shave November. In this event, the rules are simple. All participants are required to stop shaving as of November 1, and cannot resume... [Read more]

Ben Barber changes to take effect next year

Effective fall of 2010, Ben Barber classes will be 130 minutes long, and will count for one credit a semester. One class will take the place of two classes at MISD high schools, which will still have students back for their regular classes on regular bell schedule. Although students will return at the... [Read more]

College Profile: Texas Tech University

Texas Tech Lubbock, Texas Small city (50,000 – 249,999) Four-year / Coed Applications due by: May 1 Required SAT scores: SAT Critical Reading 490-590 SAT Math 520-620 Required ACT scores: ACT Composite 22-26 In-State Tuition $7,485 for one year Room and Board $7,527 Full Year Tuition... [Read more]

Scribblenauts – Review

Imagine a game where your creativity is virtually unlimited.  Imagine a game where each level  is a puzzle that you can solve however you want.  Imagine a game where you can tell your gaming system that you need the president, a pterodactyl, or a jet pack to help you win. I first discovered Scribblenauts... [Read more]

Tiger Team Making a Splash

The swimming Tigers this year have broken records in bonding as a team. “Everyday we start stretching at 5:45(a.m.) so that we can hit the water night at 6:00 then we practice for two hours until 8:00. Each practice consists of about 7,000 yards of cardio and sprints intermixed fairly evenly,”... [Read more]

Last Minute Shopping Ideas

In need of some last minute gift ideas? Here are a couple of good deals I found that  you may want to look in to. From Amazon.com Super Mario Bros for Nintendo Wii $49.99 A remake of the original, this game offers new features such as multiplayer to allow more friends in on the fun. Kindle Wireless... [Read more]