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Theater Production’s Upcoming Whodunit...And to Whom Predicted to be a Success

By: Cadence Allen

For those of you who have never been exposed to the classic murder mystery, Whodunit... And to Whom, now's your chance.

The Fresno high drama department under the continuing leadership of Ms. Pullinger, also known as Mama P, is in the process of blowing a fresh breath of new life into the story in their upcoming production of Whodunit... And to Whom.

Auditions were held in September for the show, and the group plans to present the finished stage play sometime in November. There is a lot of work to be done between the short span of time between January and March. Mama P notes that it normally takes 8-10 weeks of rehearsals to bring a full-scale show like Whodunit... And to Whom to life; this entails 8-10 hours of weekly work on the actors and production crew.

Mama P notes that about 20 people audition on average, but there were a shocking 35 students auditioning this time around. Evaluating auditions can sometimes be a task in itself and guarantees careful consideration. “This was an extremely tough audition, I’m sad to see the other great candidates leave that didn’t quite make the cut for this play,” Mama P says. The audition process involves a cold read of a part that is assigned to you. Regardless of the character that is assigned to you, read the part as the character you are hoping to get. Finally, the students perform simple acting exercises. The cast choices are made from this.

Several people have asked if a play is ever chosen by Mama P with specific people in mind at that moment. Mama P replied “no, I want to give an equal opportunity to all students, ignoring my natural bias. I also take the opinion of my assistants very seriously.”

Whodunit... And to Whom is one of two major mainstream shows that will be done this year. In addition, the FHS Drama Department is responsible for performing the Spring Semester play Peter Pan Jr. Other theatrical activities include the horritorium, which is held in late October.

Of course, in every department, the instructor is usually inclined to feel something could be better. In Pullinger’s case, it is more time where everyone is available at once.

This latest production will probably draw more attention to Mama P’s drama classes. Whodunit... And to Whom is sure to rank with all Pullinger’s successful past performances. There are several plays within her career that she regards as her best. If Whodunit... And to Whom goes well, it will undoubtedly rank with the best FHS has seen during Ms. Pullinger’s choreography of the theater department at Fresno High.

Casting for Who Dunit… And to Whom?

Promotion poster of Who Dunit… And to Whom?

Driver Training

By: Sonny Mora

Driver’s Ed Enrollment occurs every quarter for students all around FUSD high schools. The program is online, and each class can hold around 100 students for a meeting. Nobody opens their mic and face cam; they just focus and pay attention. The teacher is Ms. Cheryl Fleming, who instructs all the classes. The classes are Monday to Friday, and students attend an online meeting, which talks about drivers’ safety and all the facts one must know as a driver, as well as the limits you have for being a minor.

Sometimes after that, you will get an assignment to do, and you can study with manual or online book. To receive the manual at Fresno High School, head to the attendance window at the front. There are multiple time meetings you can choose from: 7:30-8:00 am, 12:45-1:15 pm, 3:30- 4:00 pm, and 4:30- 5:00 pm.

Driver’s Ed does not show up as a class in ATLAS, but completion gives you 2.5 elective units and gives you a pink slip so you can head to the DMV to take your written test. After completion, you will be able to take a driver’s test to earn your preliminary license. Then you will need to find a private driver’s training course to complete your hours behind the wheel of a real car. You must take both Driver’s Ed and Driver’s Training and pass both the written and driving test to earn a California Driver’s License.

Aaron Belt is ready to cruise the streets.

Unwanted Pets: Slim Chances For Survival; death is fate

By: Elizabeth Hernandez

In animal shelters, some animals are lucky enough to be adopted into responsible, permanent homes. Sadly, there are far more animals in need of a caring family than there are people willing or able to provide them with a lifetime of love and support. Every year in the U.S., more than 6 million lost, abandoned, abused, or unwanted dogs and cats enter animal shelters. Animal shelters have lots of pets that often do not get adopted and stay in shelters for a long time. These animals later might get euthanized due to overcrowding, but may also have been sick, aggressive, injured or suffering from something else which is very saddening.

How has social media helped animals in shelters? Social media has helped many pets across the world by simply getting adopted. Social media shows awareness towards pets that need a home and play a significant impact on animal shelters especially if they been in the shelter for a long time. A video or a picture can bring so much attention and awareness towards people and these shelters. Using social media also promotes and increases the chances of someone adopting a pet. When it comes to promoting animal adoption and welfare, it provides multiple and far-reaching ways to find forever homes for dogs, enhance fundraising efforts, educate and engage the public, as well as opening and inspiring the hearts and minds of people around the world.

When you adopt a pet, you are saving a life. When you buy a pet, you not only deny a homeless pet a home, but you are also supporting an industry that thrives on short-changing the welfare of animals. Pets in animal shelters can stay in shelters for maybe up to a year or more since pets don’t easily get adopted. When you go to animal shelters you also save money. There are so many benefits within adopting a pet from an animal shelter including giving a pet a loving home. If people adopt pets instead of buying them from a breeder, the number of animals euthanized can be reduced and they can get a warm and loving home. Animal shelters play a vital role in our communities as they continuously work to reunite pets with their owners, shelter those in need and find new homes for animals that are lost, without a permanent home or for those animals that, for our own security, shouldn’t be roaming our streets.

And remember Don’t Shop, Adopt!

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