By KAREN JAEN
This time of year there are numerous opportunities for students to get involved in the community.
As the holiday season approaches, students should want to give back to the community; this does not necessarily mean donating money. Students can donate their time to charities by helping feed the homeless or by wrapping gifts for children in need.
Homelessness is a growing problem, especially in Central Florida with one-third of the nation’s homeless population residing here. Read page 9 to find out about how one can contribute to different local charities and help those in need.
The Boone Animal Rescue Club is also featured in this issue; one can see how the members of this club volunteer their time to help save animals who need a suitable home.
Hi-Lights covers the club members who volunteer their time at different organizations and who help animals.
Changes are occurring in the educational system. The battle between technology and textbooks rises as writers argue over a better learning device on page 6.
Zodiac signs often raise eyebrows. The Hi-Lights staff provides an in-depth look at the history of Zodiac signs and the truth behind them.
The special section also shows how students use these signs to influence their daily routines, including a diary kept by a student.
Readers can also take a quiz that helps identify what Zodiac sign they are most like.
Students can also see what the senior Hi-Lights reporters chose as their favorite holiday gift picks. This guide will suggest gift ideas to a desperate shopper looking for gifts they want to purchase.
For those interested in hearing about new music, up and coming bands of different genres are featured on page 20. This article offers a look at bands that are coming into the mainstream and topping music charts.
A local cupcake war can be seen on the back cover. Take a look at the different types of cupcakes offered in the area and how the quality of these treats compare to each other. This story helps students who want to take treats to a holiday party.
Through this issue we hope students known how they can stay involved in their community and feel compelled to contribute time.
Hopefully during this busy holiday season, people can find time to enjoy themselves and help those who are less fortunate enjoy this time of the year.
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