My name is Jaynee Nielsen and I am a sophomore. Basically I am an intern for the Borah Senator. I want to be a journalist because I love writing, and being a journalist can potentially open up a lot of doors for me. I would love to travel the world and write about everything I see. I would like to have a job that pays me to travel, which is a dream of mine. I want to go to Arizona State University and to the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism to major in journalism and continue my education.
When one of my pieces of writings gets published, either to the web or in the newspaper, I feel a sense of accomplishment and I feel one step closer to my dreams.
Being a member of the newspaper staff surprises me every day. I’m Cami and my time here is limited, for in June I’ll have to go back to Italy. Yes, I’m an exchange student.
I’ve always read every book I could find and I’ve been into writing since I learned how to.
That’s why I’ve been taking Journalism with Mrs. Harmon, who then asked me if I wanted to be in Newspaper too. I didn’t even need to think about the answer.
I write stories for the Borah Senator newspaper, although short fiction is my favorite genre.
Being a journalist is my dream and what I want to do for the rest of my life, together with travelling and learning how to speak Arabian. I mean it.
Hello, My name is Jacob Horton. As the letters to the editor page editor my main responsibility is to properly and aesthetically present my page to the readers. Before joining newspaper I wasn’t into writing, but knew that I had the capability. Now I read vigorously and write satires to pass my time. I don’t have many hobbies, so the energy that could be spent exerting myself is stored and my creativity becomes fueled. I enjoy the cooperation that it takes to compose a newspaper and the lesson that this place has taught me. I’m weird.
I make comics and graphics for the newspaper and website. I like to draw cartoons. I like to draw stuff that makes people laugh. I joined the newspaper staff to put a smile on peoples faces.
The title Editor-in-Chief was such an honor to be presented with. Though I was nervous coming into this year, following in the footsteps of the extraordinary Megan Mizuta, I knew her words of wisdom would guide me through this year. So far as Editor I have tried to expand our popularity, not only by publishing more to our website, but also starting a Facebook page. We have done a lot in this class so far, with my expectations high, the staff has proved nothing less than wonderful!
Starting as a sophomore photographer, I realized newspaper was the place where I could grow and develop as a well-rounded individual. Junior year I assumed the role of ad manager, trying to sell enough ads to publish issues. Halfway through the year, I became the associate editor, learning the ropes and assisting the Editor whenever she needed. I also continued taking photos, writing, and being the Q&A page layout editor. These tasks have transferred over to this year, with me continuing with past duties, while adding a News page layout and front cover.
Outside of newspaper, I am the ASB Vice President. I am also taking a few AP classes and am a member of National Honor Society. I also was the captain of the Borah Swim team and an active girls golf member. I intend to continue my education after graduation, continuing in some form of journalism, possibly even photo journalism. At college I would love to take football photos, and be involved in activities around the university.
Newspaper has truly been a wonderful place to mature. It has been my life for the past 3 years, and I always remember the memories that occurred in room 501.
As I sat in Mrs. Harmon’s journalism class, I never thought that I would end up carrying the title as Web Editor for The Borah Senator website. I knew I enjoyed writing and that it was a major entity that I wanted to be involved in my life. When Mrs. Harmon approached me and asked if I wanted to be the Web Editor, I said sure, but I knew that I would have no idea of what I was doing.
As the Web Editor, I keep things tidy on the site: edit stories, photos, fix any problems that pop up, etc. While keeping things pretty on the site, I also write stories for the print issue of The Borah Senator, which is a relief to get away from my computer screen every once in awhile.
For planning my future, I plan on studying journalism at Biola University in California. Discovering my passion for journalism while indulging my writing cravings here with fellow Borah Senator staffers has been a essential experience for me. It is a profession where I desire to spend my life adding onto these memories. There really is no other experience than being a part of this staff and I am honored to be here!
I am currently a writer for the Borah Senator newspaper. I am also one of the editors for the A&E page in the printed editions. My primary reason for being on the staff is because I want my writing to be reflected in a memorable way, and the newspaper is one of the best ways to do this at this time in my life.
I am a devoted drama student and actor. Acting is my passion in life, and I always look for new opportunities to expand my talent and potential. I spend most of my time watching movies, especially horror films. Movie reviews are one of my favorite subject to write on in the newspaper.
I’m fresh meat to the Borah Senator, yet I was welcomed in with my talent. I personally specialize in graphic design. My forte was interesting for the newspaper and earned a spot as the art editor . I’ve been practicing graphic design since the 8th grade, took classes at the tech center since sophomore year, and am currently putting my talent to work in the newspaper. I am a part of Invisible Children, Key Club, and Spanish Club.
Despite my talents with art and graphic design, I have a passion for the medical field and to move forward to pursue a medical career. My plan is to go to CWI and get my general education, then head off into the world of Radiology.
Year: Senior
Newspaper Position: J.V. Sports editor
I am in newspaper because writing is a passion of mine and I love using different angles on stories. Newspaper has taught me a lot of writing skills I have that I will use for the rest of my life. My other activities are bracelet making, photography, writing, song mixing. My future goals are to double major in English and History and double Minor in Photography and Economics.
My favorite color is purple. My favorite music is country. My favorite movie is Anastasia. My favorite book is Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. My favorite sport is hockey. My favorite subject is History. My top three favorite bands are Rascal Flatts, Nickelback, & Simple Plan. My top 3 favorite singers are Enrique Iglesias, Sara Evans, and Carrie Underwood. My top three favorite sports fans are the Washington Capitals, Chicago Bears, and the Philadelphia Eagles. My top 3 sports figures are Alexander Ovechkin, Devin Hester, and David Beckham. My top 3 t.v. shows are White Collar, The Voice, and America’s Got Talent. My top 3 most inspirational figures are Alexander Ovechkin, Michelle Kwan, and Michael Jordan.
My name is Samantha Whittaker. This year is my third year of involvement on The Borah Senator staff. I was Introduced to the newspaper by Harold Brizee a retired Western Civilizations teacher I had as a Sophomore. I had written a paper for the class and He came up to my desk, placing his hands firmly on either side of my desk. His stern look caused me to quickly review my actions from the time I entered the room, searching for any signs of error. Finding none I looked up at him expectantly. Brizee then asked me if I had ever considered journalism. Within the week I had dropped his class in favor of journalism and newspaper. My experience in newspaper has allowed me to expand my writing both professionally and as a hobby.
My position in newspaper is that of one of the photographers. I joined newspaper because it is a subject that interests me. I was in journalism last year as one of the photographers as well and thought that staying on board with newspaper would help me refine my photography skills.
Outside of newspaper I am also a member of Borah’s Japanese Club. I help them out with whatever I can which includes and is not limited to taking pictures for them as well.
My future goals are to go to college. I am not exactly sure what I want to do for the rest of my life so I plan to go to CWI first so I can take my basic classes and hopefully help myself get a better grasp of what I want to do for a living. Some careers that interest me though are being an English teacher in a foreign country and maybe becoming a photographer on the side of whatever I chose to do.
My name is Arianna Anchustegui; you all generally know me as Ari! This is my second year on staff, as I am a Junior. My positions this year include, Public Relations Manager, Fun and Games Editor, and staff writer. Through all of my class periods, Newspaper is what I most anticipate; I’m in it due to my profound love of Media, and the Public, (not to mention writing). Speaking to people, whether it be in print or in person, is my greatest passion. Although Newspaper is favored, I am also a member of Borah’s Cheerleading squad, The Oinkari Basque dancers, and I currently work at Forever21. Additional hobbies of mine consist of Reading, doodling, discovering great music, surrounding myself by genuine people, and of course…shopping. Proceeding High school I plan on aspiring to my dreams and majoring in Communications/Public Relations/ Advertising/Journalism.
My position on the newspaper is assistant ad manager, assistant web editor, and the artist bio page editor, and I hope to have a blog by the end of the year. I am in newspaper to get writing experience and experience in a work setting. I participate in track in the spring, I am in a co-ed Venturing Boy Scout Troop, Idaho Steelheads Booster Club, AVID, and miscellaneous events through the year. I am currently employed as a referee for Y-Ball and I am also looking for another job. I love to travel. My travels have taking me to California, Seattle, Utah, and Germany. I love stay busy because I have always been in so many activities ever since I was little, so being on the Borah Senator Staff keeps me on my toes. My future goals are to graduate high school with the tools and experience I need for college and my life after college. I want to get my Masters in Social Work with minors in Sociology and Leadership, and possibly Business.
Hi there. I am a teen writer on the Borah Senator staff. I love to write. Mostly science fiction and I love to create characters. I love writing laugh out loud stories or articles. I hope to become a filmmaker when I grow up. I’ve written a full length screenplay for a film and hope to one day make it into a movie. I love movies and love reviewing them. That’s why you’ll probably see a lot of reviews from me in the A&E section. Well, take care!
Hi, my name is Madisen Gerber and I am a senior here at Borah. I am a newbie on the newspaper because this is my first year, though I have been on the yearbook staff at West for two years previously. I am currently one of the Senator’s photographers. For favorites: color- teal, movie- Robin Hood: Men in Tights, show-Moonlight, subject-history and so on. I love to play sports such as badminton, volleyball, track, and swimming. My passion is of course photography and I hope to at least minor in it. In my free time I have the bad addiction of playing video games and my favorite is the halo series for those keeping track. Video games have always been a part of me since the nintendo 64 came out, my brother influenced it too. As for my family, I live with my parents and I have one older brother who is 23 and lives on his own, three cats, Annie, Milo, and Tasha, one dog named Sophie and one bunny named Basil. I have tons of stories about my pets, because pets are my life and probably anyone you could talk to who knows me, knows a story about one of my pets. As a result, I volunteer at the humane society to mingle with more animals. So don’t be afraid to ask me for one! Other than that I’m really friendly ( I do not bite) and tell funny stories.
After taking beginning journalism in my sophomore year, I immediately became very interested in journalistic writing. During my junior year, I joined the newspaper staff as one of two A&E page editors. This year, I am one of two associate editors for the Borah Senator. Within this position, I help with text editing, individual assignments, and some of the management of the newspaper staff. I am also a co-editor of the arts and entertainment page and the editor of the newspaper’s spread pages. I am in newspaper to prepare for a job in journalism and because I thoroughly enjoy writing and I love the environment of the newsroom.
Outside of newspaper, I spend a lot of time teaching piano lessons and taking piano lessons, as well as spending way too much time on the computer and in front of the TV with some sort of video game controller in my hands. In the future, I hope to major in journalism and get a job for a magazine that focuses on features and opinion stories, like Nintendo Power or National Geographic. I would also enjoy working for a local newspaper or for another sort of magazine.
My name is Riley Tidmarsh and I am a senior at Borah High School. On the Borah Senator staff I am one of the two videographers, along with Zackery Thomas, although I also attempt to write from time to time. Outside of newspaper I enjoy running for excruciatingly long times, and, well, that’s about all I do outside of newspaper. With my future I hope to stay at home and go to Boise State University to major in History, specifically European History which is very fancy (AP European History joke.) So anyway, I also enjoy flamingos, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Dave Grohl, almost any music from the early 90’s,The Office, and can nearly speak fluent Spanish.
I was recruited to be a cartoonist for the Borah Senator by A&E page editor Justin Kirkham. This is fabulous for me. because if there is one thing I can say about myself it is that art is my life. I am constantly doodling, sketching, daydreaming and always planning a new piece. I share a period with Life page editor Carlee Parsley, with whom I have had many wonderful adventures.
I am highly energetic and enthusiastic. I am very involved in Borah, being a part of German Club, Ars Nova (a varsity choir), the tennis team, as well as taking AP Lit, AP Environmental Science, and AP 2D Studio Design. When I am not doing school activities, I work at a grocery store. Road trips are virtually my favorite things in this world (besides art), though I spend a lot of time going to concerts as well. I plan on attending Boise State University, and hope to end up in a career involving business economics or freelance illustration.
After going without a writing class of any sort in junior high, I was excited to start writing in high school in Mrs. Harmon’s Beginning Journalism class, learning about leads and news stories and how to write them. Junior year was crazy and sad, because I found I didn’t have space in my schedule for Newspaper (devastating) and compensated by taking Creative Writing, which I really enjoyed. I never thought I would warrant my own class period, but here I am two years later: third period Newspaper rather than the traditional fifth period class with Andrea, our resident illustrator.
I am a co-editor of the Life pages, and my other half resides in fifth period, making collaboration a challenging adventure, which I believe it should be. Everything should be an adventure. I’m planning on taking Creative Writing again second semester as well, to help push me to my ultimate goal of making a career of editing and publishing.
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