Beauty and the Beast Review

By Charlotte C.

On March 17, 2017, Disney released a live action version of Beauty and the Beast. The "tale as old as time" stars Emma Watson as Belle, Dan Stevens as The Beast, Luke Evans as Gaston, and Josh Gad as Lefou. The movie centers around a young women named Belle who lives in a small French village. Her father, an artist (even though he is an inventor in the original), gets lost on his way to the market and ends up at a mysterious castle with magical objects. He tries to take a rose from the castle's garden, but he ends up as a prisoner to the terrifying beast that lives there. Belle finds her father and takes his place, staying in the castle with the beast. Overtime, they develop a friendship, and–eventually–they fall in love.

I love this new version. I love the old one as well, but the new version adds more background to the story. I also love the new songs they added, such as "Evermore" and "Days in the Sun" that give more insight into the characters' emotions. I also enjoy the character changes that they made. Overall, I loved this and I enjoyed it very much  4.5/5 stars.

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Fearless Girl

By Charlotte Capuano

On March 7, 2016, the day before International Women's Day, the famous "Charging Bull" on Wall Street met a fierce opponent: a statue of a little girl. The girl appears to be staring down the bull, her ponytail swinging. This statue was sculpted by Kristen Visbal, and The State Street Global Advisers funded the project. The fifty-inch-tall statue symbolizes women and their struggle in the work place. The plaque at her feet reads, "Know the power of women in leadership. SHE makes a difference." Many tourists and people who work along Wall Street have taken pictures with the now famous "Fearless Girl." The statue has helped thousands of women and girls feel empowered. One little girl, Sankaribriya, said she wanted to pose with the girl "because I wanted to look at her and feel like her."

Though the statue is loved by most, some have vandalized and done some questioning things to the statue. Some are also mad that the statue was put in place at all. The statue is supposed to be taken down on April 2nd, 2017, but some politicians are calling for the statue to remain on Wall Street.

The statue will be forever in our hearts and minds, and reminds us to stay strong because "SHE can make a difference."

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February Entertainment Reviews

Stranger Things Review

By Charlotte C.

In 1983, Will Byers mysteriously vanishes; his mother Joyce Byers goes into full blown panic, launching a huge investigation. Will’s friends Dustin, Mike, and Lucas all go to find him one night and run into a usual girl, who might help them find Will. The locals, including Police chief Jim Hopper, Will’s brother Jonathan, Mike’s sister Nancy, Nancy’s friend Barb, and Nancy’s boyfriend Steve are all trying to find Will while dealing with the crazy ride called life.
This action packed supernatural thriller will cause you to sit at the edge of your seat. I couldn’t stop screaming, crying, and was in total suspense the whole time. I give this a 5/5 because it is probably my favorite show right now. I can’t wait for season two to come out on Halloween. The show is packed with 80s nostalgia, which had 80s kids going crazy. I love this show and I hope you watch it and enjoy it as much as I do.

Stranger Things Trailer 

By Maggie K. 

When the Super Bowl rolls around, many gather to watch and have fun.  Although it’s a sports event, many people tune in for the entertaining commercials, trailers, and half time show.  This year, many fans anticipated the first look at season two of a popular show: Stranger Things.  Watch the trailer here: Stranger Things Season 2 Trailer  Many fans of the show have already theorized events in the next season, based on the short clip.  There’s no way to tell what’s true until it is released on Halloween 2017.

The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Review by Carly S.

The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is a wonderfully written novel about the FBI recruiting teens with special abilities. These teenagers do not have magical powers, but what they can do is just as helpful.  Throughout the book, they do mind-blowing things-but with a twist. This is not usually my type of book; however, the four-book series that The Naturals starts off is my new favorite.

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Betsy DeVos: What Will the Future of Education Hold?

By Charlotte C.

On February 7, 2017, Betsy DeVos was confirmed to serve as Secretary of Education. Some think she is very qualified and is fit for the job; however, many think she is not, including Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren and Senator Bernie Sanders who both grilled Mrs. DeVos during her hearing on January 17, 2017.

Senator Warren sent DeVos a 16 page letter telling her how she is unqualified for the position of Secretary of Education. DeVos has said that she wants to get rid of public schools several times.

During the hearing most of the people there were appalled that she was okay with guns in schools and not knowing the basic things about education. Mrs. DeVos or her children have never attended public schools and have attended private school their whole education. Mrs. DeVos has a degree in business, so many are wondering why we are trusting her with the position of being in charge of our country’s and children's future.

She has been involved with education in Michigan as a Republican chairwoman and chair of the group American Federation for Children. Many educators in Michigan are very angry with some of the decisions that DeVos has made over her time in Michigan.

Education is what saves people from poverty and gives people the better skill set to work, so many people are concerned about letting this person, who knows nothing about education, run our country's schools?

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