The Trinity Christian Academy football team will make history tonight at Rothrock Stadium as they face off against the JCM Cougars for the first time in regular season game. The Lions (5-0) are going into the game realizing that the Cougar's outstanding athletic ability and incredibly fast running backs could pose a threat to their perfect record.
The Cougars (3-2) are also aware of the talent of Trinity's team. JCM's coach, Orentheus Taylor said that the Cougars will have to play at their best and be extremely focused to be able to hang with the Lions.
Both teams have put in excessive amounts of work preparing for tonight's game in hopes of improving their season records, but only one team will prove victorious. Tonight's historical game is an opportunity for both teams to prepare for actual district games later this year.
Friday, September 27, 2013
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
How would I respond if I was convicted of plagiarism like the students at Piper High?
If I was convicted of plagiarism, I would be upset that I got caught and punished-- like any person would. Even though I would be extremely distressed about failing, I would know that my argument wouldn't be valid since I had signed a contract to not plagiarize on the assignment.
How would my parents respond?
My parents would be angry and disappointed that I went against my word and the law and plagiarized. I don't think that they would disagree with my punishment, but they would want to find a punishment that still made it possible for me to pass the semester.
Do I think I would deserve a passing grade because my parents pay tuition?
I don't think I deserve a passing grade, regardless if my parents are paying, if I don't put in the work to receive that grade. Getting a passing grade without putting in the effort teaches people that they can act the same way when it comes to future jobs or responsibilities, and it wouldn't be fair to the students that did try.
Does this story affect your views of plagiarism?
Yes. It makes plagiarism seem more like an issue that is active in schools and the lives of everyday people, and it shows plagiarism as a means to cheating.
What do I take away from this narrative?
Because of this story, I will be more cautious when doing projects and assignments so that my work will definitely be honest. I learned about some everyday consequences and affects of plagiarism.
If I was convicted of plagiarism, I would be upset that I got caught and punished-- like any person would. Even though I would be extremely distressed about failing, I would know that my argument wouldn't be valid since I had signed a contract to not plagiarize on the assignment.
How would my parents respond?
My parents would be angry and disappointed that I went against my word and the law and plagiarized. I don't think that they would disagree with my punishment, but they would want to find a punishment that still made it possible for me to pass the semester.
Do I think I would deserve a passing grade because my parents pay tuition?
I don't think I deserve a passing grade, regardless if my parents are paying, if I don't put in the work to receive that grade. Getting a passing grade without putting in the effort teaches people that they can act the same way when it comes to future jobs or responsibilities, and it wouldn't be fair to the students that did try.
Does this story affect your views of plagiarism?
Yes. It makes plagiarism seem more like an issue that is active in schools and the lives of everyday people, and it shows plagiarism as a means to cheating.
What do I take away from this narrative?
Because of this story, I will be more cautious when doing projects and assignments so that my work will definitely be honest. I learned about some everyday consequences and affects of plagiarism.
Friday, September 20, 2013
A wind of controversy has been blowing in our society due to multiple video games that have questionable underlying messages. One new game in the spotlight today is Grand Theft Auto V.
Although I am not typically involved in the video game world, I am willing to voice my thoughts on the topic.
First of all, is playing this game endorsing it? I personally don't believe that if I were to see someone playing this game and I were to try it out that I would have to believe that violence, even in a virtual world, is acceptable. When it becomes someone's desire to afflict pain on virtual people by playing the game, then I think that that action is being endorsed. When playing this game becomes a lifestyle and a habit, I think that it is more of a heart issue than when playing was just a means of seeing what the game was.
Next, what do you get from playing it? I think that while even this game could be fun for a while, that it is dangerous to satisfy our desire for vengeance or theft or murder through the game. I think that this game could cause us to give up Christ's healing of these dark areas in us and rather kindle the fires of our sinful nature.
Next, who in your life in playing? I think that teens get easily jaded when it comes to these games because they see people they love, respect, and are friends with playing them. What seems like something funny-- a way to bond and spend time with their buddies-- can actually be something much more without teens even realizing it. I don't necessarily think that playing this game occasionally will pull people out of the real world, but if it consumes a person's thoughts and a majority of their time, it could be a detriment to that person's family, friend, and spiritual life.
Fourth, do you know when to quit? When it comes to playing any video game, you have to know how much is too much. I don't really agree with the playing of this game if the scenes that appear are incapable of positive influence on a person. I think that playing a game like this could quickly become an obstacle for an individual as it becomes a priority or a hobby.
Lastly, should Christians who are indwelt by Jesus Christ have moral issues with killing people in a virtual world? I think that as Christians, people should be concerned with the message that this game projects. I don't think that cruelly killing people-- even virtual ones-- paints a correct image of who Christ is, the Giver of life. Because Christians are one with Christ, I believe that we should project His Love to the world, even in subtle ways such as this. Although, I think it is just as important to be careful in our tendency to judge or separate ourselves from those who do choose to play this game. Condemning those with play GTA V isn't a good way to share Christ's Love either.
Although I am not typically involved in the video game world, I am willing to voice my thoughts on the topic.
First of all, is playing this game endorsing it? I personally don't believe that if I were to see someone playing this game and I were to try it out that I would have to believe that violence, even in a virtual world, is acceptable. When it becomes someone's desire to afflict pain on virtual people by playing the game, then I think that that action is being endorsed. When playing this game becomes a lifestyle and a habit, I think that it is more of a heart issue than when playing was just a means of seeing what the game was.
Next, what do you get from playing it? I think that while even this game could be fun for a while, that it is dangerous to satisfy our desire for vengeance or theft or murder through the game. I think that this game could cause us to give up Christ's healing of these dark areas in us and rather kindle the fires of our sinful nature.
Next, who in your life in playing? I think that teens get easily jaded when it comes to these games because they see people they love, respect, and are friends with playing them. What seems like something funny-- a way to bond and spend time with their buddies-- can actually be something much more without teens even realizing it. I don't necessarily think that playing this game occasionally will pull people out of the real world, but if it consumes a person's thoughts and a majority of their time, it could be a detriment to that person's family, friend, and spiritual life.
Fourth, do you know when to quit? When it comes to playing any video game, you have to know how much is too much. I don't really agree with the playing of this game if the scenes that appear are incapable of positive influence on a person. I think that playing a game like this could quickly become an obstacle for an individual as it becomes a priority or a hobby.
Lastly, should Christians who are indwelt by Jesus Christ have moral issues with killing people in a virtual world? I think that as Christians, people should be concerned with the message that this game projects. I don't think that cruelly killing people-- even virtual ones-- paints a correct image of who Christ is, the Giver of life. Because Christians are one with Christ, I believe that we should project His Love to the world, even in subtle ways such as this. Although, I think it is just as important to be careful in our tendency to judge or separate ourselves from those who do choose to play this game. Condemning those with play GTA V isn't a good way to share Christ's Love either.
Friday, September 13, 2013
Perhaps one of the most anticipated college football games of the 2013 season is approaching quickly; the Alabama Crimson Tide is taking on the Texas A&M Aggies in Texas this Saturday. After Johnny Manziel stormed the college football world last year, he left the Tide with a 29-24 loss against the Aggies-- Alabama's only loss that season.
Despite its shocking win against the Tide last season and its numerous talented players--especially Manziel-- the Texas A&M team is predicted to fall to the Tide this time around. Although the teams both stack up extremely well, I am betting on the Tide of Alabama to take the field Saturday with a vengeance. Born into a "Roll Tide" yelling family, I hope that the Aggies are unable to live up to last year's unbelievable performance against the Tide, but I am definitely expecting a nail-biter this weekend.
Despite its shocking win against the Tide last season and its numerous talented players--especially Manziel-- the Texas A&M team is predicted to fall to the Tide this time around. Although the teams both stack up extremely well, I am betting on the Tide of Alabama to take the field Saturday with a vengeance. Born into a "Roll Tide" yelling family, I hope that the Aggies are unable to live up to last year's unbelievable performance against the Tide, but I am definitely expecting a nail-biter this weekend.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Coming from an Indianapolis Colts-loving family, it is difficult for me-- and really anyone-- not to admire Peyton Manning. Even though Manning hasn't been a part of the Colt's team for a while, he hasn't stopped being a phenomena in the football world, and if you saw his season opener Thursday night against the Baltimore Ravens, you can support easily support this claim.
After returning to the NFL scene as quarterback for the Denver Broncos, Manning started off the first half with a couple bullets for touchdowns, but with a final winning score of 49-27, it is obvious that Manning and the Broncos were just getting warmed up. Manning ended the night with an NFL-record-tying seven touchdown passes, proving that his previous injury was not a detriment to his performance on the field.
Needless to say, Denver fans-- and Peyton Manning fans-- are looking forward to the rest of this NFL season and to witnessing what Peyton, as a valuable addition to the Broncos roster, has in store.
After returning to the NFL scene as quarterback for the Denver Broncos, Manning started off the first half with a couple bullets for touchdowns, but with a final winning score of 49-27, it is obvious that Manning and the Broncos were just getting warmed up. Manning ended the night with an NFL-record-tying seven touchdown passes, proving that his previous injury was not a detriment to his performance on the field.
Needless to say, Denver fans-- and Peyton Manning fans-- are looking forward to the rest of this NFL season and to witnessing what Peyton, as a valuable addition to the Broncos roster, has in store.
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