Archive for October, 2009

Playing Hard in Pink

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Playing Hard in Pink

The whistle blew and the ball was kicked. The girl’s varsity soccer game was underway. However, something about this game was different. Our girls had pink jerseys, laces, and shorts on. Some of the girls even had pink dye in their hair. You’re probably wondering why this game was different from the others. For... »

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Paul’s NFL Picks: Week 7

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Paul’s NFL Picks: Week 7

New England Patriots vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Winner: New England Patriots Reason: The Bucs simply have nothing going right for them this season. The Patriots will crush them on Sunday and take first place in the AFC East at 5-2. Indianapolis Colts vs. St. Louis Rams Winner: Indianapolis Colts Reason: Another blowout on Sunday, the Rams will have no... »

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Girls Varsity Tennis

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Girls Varsity Tennis

As the Girls’ Tennis season is coming to an end, the team experienced both loss and victory in the final matches. The team finally had a complete match against St. Joseph Hill (the last match was not completed due to inclement weather) and again had difficult weather conditions in which to play. Lisa ’11... »

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Applicants in the Hands of an Angry College Admissions Officer

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Applicants in the Hands of an Angry College Admissions Officer

(The third in a series of sermons modeled after the Edwards original “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”) It is with great ease and detachment that your application can be discarded, rejected and disregarded. It is with similar facility that ivy covered buildings can be made permeable to any one chosen applicant. It... »

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Kanye West in the Hands of an Angry Taylor Swift Fan

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Kanye West in the Hands of an Angry Taylor Swift Fan

(The second in a series of sermons modeled after the Edwards original “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”)             The wrath of a Taylor Swift fan is like a flamethrower aimed at every musical piece written by you. Mr. West, the more songs come out about how big is your ego, is the... »

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What’s New with Something Musical

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
What’s New with Something Musical

Something Musical is heading back to the music room yet again in order to diligently prepare for their next performance. The group recently performed on October 14th, for parents and children who were visiting SIA for the Winter William Scholarship Open House. The Open House welcomed a large crowd of people, and was a... »

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Watch for these wheels: 2010 Porsche Panamera

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Watch for these wheels: 2010 Porsche Panamera

The Panamera, the newest model from the German car manufacturer, Porsche, officially went on sale on October 17. The significance of this car is that it is the first sedan to be built by Porsche, who traditionally produces two-door sports cars. However, it is not the first time that Porsche has broken with tradition; that... »

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Nobel Prize in Economics

Sunday, October 18th, 2009
Nobel Prize in Economics

The Nobel Prize in Economics for 2009 has been given to two American economists this past week. The economists are Elinor Ostrom and Oliver Williamson. As in every field, the Nobel Prize is awarded to those who have achieved astronomical success in their field and have proven to be helpful to the subject of... »

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Paul’s NFL Picks: Week 6

Sunday, October 18th, 2009
Paul’s NFL Picks: Week 6

      Houston Texans vs. Cincinnati Bengals Winner: Cincinnati Bengals Reason: The Bengals have proven to be a very solid team so far this season. Their great offense should dismantle the terrible defense of the Texans. The Bengals will keep the streak going and move to 5-1 on Sunday.  Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers Winner: Green Bay Packers Reason: The... »

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Academy Day

Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Academy Day

              This year, Academy Day at S.I.A was held on Saturday, October 3. It was a fun- filled day that contained games, prizes and exciting soccer games. On Academy Day, three soccer games took place, featuring the 7/8 Grade team, Girls’ Varsity team, and Boys’ Varsity team. What was so memorable about this Academy... »

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