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Issue 10
Friday, May 3, 2013
Human Anatomy and Physiology: Bodies Field Trip
Bodies Field Trip
Thursday, April 18th had a lot in store for the Human Anatomy and Physiology class (HAP) as they went to the Science Museum of Minnesota and experienced the inner workings of the body up close by viewing the Body Worlds exhibit. Since the beginning of their 3rd trimester, juniors and seniors of the HAP class have been learning about the various parts of the human body, how each part functions, and what crucial role it plays in the daily life of each individual. At the Bodies exhibit, students were fascinated by the inner workings of the body, and were in awe of the complex machine the body is. Being able to view the smallest of the workings in our body is a very interesting thing indeed. Going to the science museum, they were able to see up close how the body works, get a more of a hands on experience, a further in-depth look, and an overall understanding of the bodies they have and how complex they are, and the wonderful creation they are in the eyes of God. Reflecting on the exhibit, Jacob Bursaw, a senior, gave his interests about the time there. “I enjoyed my time there, I was able to see all of the muscles and ligaments to move the body.” When asked what surprised him the most he responded, “all the information about the lungs, it was a lot to take in, but it was understandable.” The entire class enjoyed their adventure through the exhibit, and they will continue their learning further in the class of one of God’s best creations, the human body.
- Andrew Thomas
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
CCHS Responds: The Boston Marathon Explosions
On April 15, 2013, at 2:50 pm, there appeared to be some smoke coming out of a garbage can near the finish line at the Boston Marathon, an annual event. Thirteen seconds later the first bomb, near the finish line, went off. Minutes later, another bomb a few blocks away exploded. These bombs killed three people, one of which was a child, and injured over 150 people. “It was horrific,” cried a doctor that was rushed to the scene. Boston is still in a state of shock and chaos.
I believe that God used bad for good, because if it was any other event it would have taken longer for police, and ambulance to come. Since it was a marathon, doctors and police were already there. All we can do now is pray for healing of those who were affected by this tragedy. As for the future to possibly avoid events like this, “If you see something say something”.
- Angela Balboa
Introduction to Engineering: Rube Goldberg Projects (with videos!)
The Intro to Engineering class has done a few engineering projects over the course of this class, and over the past few weeks has been working on another project. This project required them to create a complicated machine that would perform a simple task that is done by people every single day, otherwise known as a Rube Goldberg machine. Now this can vary to opening a soda can, placing your keys in a key dish, or even turning on an appliance. Mr. Ahrenholz, the engineering teacher, has had students work on these machines for quite some time and they are nearing the ending stages and ready to perform the simple task.
Karl Ludwig, a sophomore, tells about his experience in the class, “I think it was the ideal project for the engineering class; they’re machines that challenge you to think creatively and colorfully while posing a design challenge as well. It is really a good way to work with the software while still being able to make something tangible as well according to your designs.”
Each group had a different idea for what they had designed for the machine to do. It ranged from a computer being turned on, to activating the light switch, to triggering a mouse trap. Each team has worked hard to achieve their goals in completing and successfully having the machine carry out the intended functions. Please click on the links to watch these experiments at work!Thursday, April 11, 2013
Trevor Bartz: CCHS Internship with MSP
Here at Calvin Christian High School, students have to opportunity to perform an internship at a place of their choice, exploring the working world, networking, and developing real-life skills. Trevor Bartz, a Junior, is currently doing an internship at a well-known engineering company known as MSP. For his internship, he is shadowing workers at the company, including the people that engineer the product, the people that research the product, and the people that actually build the product. He says that the reason he chose this internship was because he wants to go into the field of engineering, and MSP is a place where he can get an introduction to it. He commented that he has learned that “engineering is a long process and requires a lot of work and communication with peers.” He also says that he is “currently enjoying it very much because it is interesting and it will be useful in my life.” Trevor will be at this internship until the end of the school year, though there is potential for Trevor to continue this internship throughout the summer.
- Ian Kreuger
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Track at CCHS
As basketball season comes to a close, spring sports will soon be starting, with track as the headlining sport. After a year off from the sport, the students and new coaches are getting ready to have a successful season in what is the first year of creating a successful track program here at CCHS.
The upcoming track season features head coach Nick Herold and assistant coach Mark Beaver, who were teammates back in high school at North St. Paul High School. Nick Herold has attended Loyola University and Brigham Young University to run track and has been involved in track for a decade. He anchored the 4x100 relay team that won state and was named to the All-State team.
When asked why he wanted to coach track, Nick responded by saying, “The reason I want to coach track and field is to help athletes succeed. Whether it means winning a race or beating a personal record, as a coach, seeing athletes succeed both on the track, and in life, is one of the best things a person could be a part of.”
The coaches are looking forward to reviving the Calvin track program and are hoping to start building a strong program over the next couple of years. Nick’s expectations for this year are these: “My main expectation is that every athlete arrives at practices and track meets with the desire to better themselves and continually seek improvement. God has given us all certain talents, He expects us to develop those talents, and His expectation applies to all areas of life, including track and field.”
The coaches are looking forward to having fun this season and if you enjoy running, you are encouraged to join the team!
-- Nathan Bonnema
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