Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Sparta High School Homecoming

Homecoming at Sparta High School is like no other homecoming . At Sparta, are homecoming is four grades competing for the red apple. Dress up days throughout the week based upon the theme helps bring school spirit in preparation for Friday. This years theme was musicals. Penny-a-point  and the food drive not only benefits the students but also help people in need. On Friday, the showdown begins:). The day starts out with homecoming court members giving amazing speeches.Than we play games for most of the afternoon,adding points in hopes of winning the red apple.In addition, each grade comes up with a float and mock rock.(Seniors, your Mock rock was AWESOME!!)It was a ton of fun this year!!!!:) Sadly, the juniors could not compete with the seniors and got beat by the sophomores:( My favorite part of homecoming is coming back on Friday night as one school t and watching the football game!
P.S. I just want to thank the teacher because without them we would have nothing at homecoming  They take a lot of time out of their schedule for us to have a fun week!So thanks!

Monday, October 1, 2012

Human Ecological Stupidity-Ozone Depletion

The ozone is an important part of Earth. The ozone is a highly reactive molecule that takes up residence in the stratosphere. It's main purpose is to protect the Earth from UV rays that are harmful. The more harmful UV rays can be cancer-causing. The ozone has been depleting because of the use of a substance called CFC's or Chlorofluorocarbons. These were found in aerosol containers because they contained CFC's. The UV rays break down the CFC's and one of the substances is chlorine. Chlorine is highly reactive with the ozone ,therefore breaking it down. CFC's were banned by The United States and Europe, but other countries banned before that. By then, it was too late and it will take a while for it to settle back down.Sadly, we humans messed up big time and had a huge effect on the environment and will continue to have to live with the consequences.