The Feather <![CDATA[The Feather]]> en-us Copyright 2008 - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:09:11 GMT 15 <![CDATA[Horse steers rider's time: Senior breaks 8 year-old strawberry roan, practices barrel racing]]> By Alyssa Quenzer



Senior Angela Costanzo, above, developed a passion for horses after hearing stories from her parents. However, her parents refused to buy her a horse until she proved herself as responsible [Courtesy Angela Costanzo].

A lone rider and horse gallop through the countryside, while the scenery passes. The rhythmic trot pulses through her body, while the wind blows through the hair of senior Angela full story > ]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2008 21:46:00 GMT <![CDATA[Fresno parkway expansion creates gem: San Joaquin Valley River restoration includes trails, salmon runs, nature walks]]> By Alyssa Quenzer



After many years of the San Joaquin River valley becoming over-grown with wildflowers and private ownership, the River Parkway Trust has created future plans for a 22-mile trail adjacent the river. The trust currently owns 3,600 acres of land to create the new trail and is in talks to develop more [Photo credit: Brooke Stobbe, Guest photographer].

The San Joaquin River Parkway provides a relaxing setting for community members to spend time with family or friends. Hawks circle above in the sky, while cyclists and joggers gaze at the beauty of th full story > ]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2008 21:45:00 GMT <![CDATA[Quirks manifest multiple intelligence: Habits reveal mindset, guest speaker presents educational applications]]> By Mary Kneefel, Editor-in-chief



Teachers can maximize learning potential if they recognize strengths and weakness in the different intelligences within each student, even if the only signs include constant questioning or daydreaming [Illustration credit: Daniel Hopper, Guest illustrator].

Imagine the kid in math class, who just cannot seem to stop tapping her pencil against the desk. Although the monotonous drumming often creates frustration for the teacher and peers, her mannerism all full story > ]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2008 21:44:00 GMT <![CDATA[High school courses reciprocate benefits: Journalism causes focused essay composition, improves SAT scores]]> By Jennifer Sherfield, Senior editor
"Why would I want to be a journalist?" Although this question often surfaces when approached by publication recruiters, many believe participation in a publications class not only improves literacy bu full story > ]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2008 21:42:00 GMT <![CDATA[Reluctant readers worry educators: Adolescent illiteracy initiates debate, government plans academic strategy]]> By Claire Kister, Features editor
With interactive games like the Wii and access to every song in the universe with a download to an iPod, it seems obvious why teenagers dump their books for new technology. full story > ]]> Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:52:00 GMT <![CDATA[Beauty empties wallets, hazards health: Personal care products contain toxic ingredients, Skin Deep recommends safer alternatives]]> By Austin Ward
Before going on a date or a movie with friends, showers, using shampoos and conditioners, and other grooming applications are common place. Bedtime routines include washing faces with over-the-counter full story > ]]> Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:51:00 GMT <![CDATA[Seasoned vocalist amplifies voice: Junior balances choral group, varsity cheer commitments]]> By Sarah Ingersol and Austin Ward



Junior Alyse Gulack, left, sings with fellow alto, Micaelah Aleman, in campus choir and ensemble programs. Although enthusiasm for an extracurricular activity may fade with time, Gulack has been involved in choir since 5th grade and desires to sing for the duration of her high school years [Photo credit: Brittany Stobbe, Photo editor].

Voices blend together in perfect harmony. Singing reverberates through the music suite as choral members harmonize to the director's instruction. full story > ]]> Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:49:00 GMT