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Patriots Take On Rachel's Challenge

Friday, October 16, 2009 By: Lauren Mitchell

IRVINE- With the lights off and a projected presentation prepared, the tone was set throughout Beckman’s gymnasium as Patriots began to take their seats for the Rachel’s Challenge assembly on Monday O
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Beyonce is a Classy Lady

Friday, October 16, 2009 By: Katie Palacios

When Kanye West appeared on stage with Taylor Swift at the Video Music Awards (VMAs) causing drama, everyone stood in shock. The VMAs are a time when dreams come true and the audience can enjoy music
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Another Exciting Victory for Beckman’s Unstoppable Volleyball Force

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Chelsea Solomita

IRVINE- The Beckman Lady Patriots Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team fought hard for yet another consecutive victory on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, in their match against Laguna Hills High School. The comp
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Patriots Outplayed by Warriors

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Soleil Phan

IRVINE- In the first match of the year, the Beckman Boys' Water Polo team, currently 7-9, was unable to rise to the occasion and contend with the dominant Woodbridge Warriors who are currently 14-5. T
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Meskin and Sasani Brighten the Future of Beckman

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Jessica Son

While other seniors are busy with their college applications, academics, extracurricular activities and volunteering opportunities, Shayan Meskin and Ali Sasani add an additional job on top of their b
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Zombieland: The Scariest Place on Earth

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Kelly Lin

Zombieland, the scariest movie on Earth landed in theaters on Friday, October 2, 2009. Zombieland earned $25 million in its opening week, making it the number one movie at the box office. Directed by
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Beckman Patriots Seek Extracurricular Involvement at Club Rush

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: John Jeon

IRVINE- On Friday, October 9, 2009, Beckman students rushed out of their fifth period class to sign up for their club of choice during the much anticipated Club Rush.
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Students, Step Up for Education

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Kevin Shin

Education for today’s youth is being cut short. Since the state budget crisis occurred, California school districts have been directly impacted. This has lead to a growth in class size and a shrink in
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Beckman's Modern-Day Monet: Joyce Lau

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: Joy Nguyen

During Homecoming week, while most people were on their way to English, some stopped to admire a grand and beautifully elaborate painting of a majestic Egyptian pharaoh and his servants. Most have won
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Claudia Hardi: A Sophomore with an Unconventional Talent

Thursday, October 15, 2009 By: André Mahmoudian

When thinking of sports, one might think of baseball, football or soccer, but not for Claudia Hardi. This 14 year old has only one sport on her mind: badminton. Sophomore Patriot, Claudia Hardi holds
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Entertainment

Friday, October 16, 2009 By Katie Palacios Beyonce is a Classy Lady When Kanye West appeared on stage with Taylor Swift at the Video Music Awards (VMAs) causing drama, everyone stood in shock. The VMAs are a time when dreams come true and the audience can enjoy music full story	Thursday, October 15, 2009 By Kelly Lin Zombieland: The Scariest Place on Earth Zombieland, the scariest movie on Earth landed in theaters on Friday, October 2, 2009. Zombieland earned $25 million in its opening week, making it the number one movie at the box office. Directed by full story
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 By Amy Scheuerman There's a Cloudy Future for Viewers of the Movie Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs is a popular children's book written by Judi and Ron Barret that has been read by millions of young children throughout the years. full story	Wednesday, October 14, 2009 By Tae Kim Pokemon Goes Platinum In 2009, Nintendo® and Game Freak released a new Pokémon version after 2007’s Pokémon Diamond and Pearl versions. The Platinum version hit the stores on March 22, 2009. Game Freak and the head of Nint full story