Kristen McDeavitt –– Co Editor-In-Chief (Print)

“I began Journalism back in 8^th grade. Even though we weren’t as involved as a high school class, I still found it very fun”. A veteran journalist, Kristen McDeavitt (‘12) has been writing because of her love for the English language/literature. She wanted to find a place to write and Journalism was where she found it. “My strong point was in nonfiction writing… and that led to journalism”. Even though Journalism in 8^th grade was not as involved as it is in the high school setting, Kristen has strived for excellence in writing. Not only did she publish a story in the Pleasanton Weekly during her 8^th grade but now she has advanced through the ranks and attained one of the highest positions in journalism: the Print Editor-in-Chief. As one of the leaders of the class, Kristen has very high prospects for the year. With a new batch of energetic students, she hopes to accomplish much more than last year’s cycle. As journalism becomes more digitalized, she hopes to see more citizen involvement because it becomes easier for people to be heard.

In the future, Kristen hopes to attain a major in English and travel to other countries to spread her love for English while learning other languages. This was largely influenced by her constant exposure to books and her joy of traveling. In fact, last summer, she toured Europe, exploring countries such as France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, Switzerland and the Czech Republic. Her favorite author is Charles Dickens and she enjoys most of his works. She also enjoys listening to Big Band music from the 1940s and modern Indie music, such as that by Arcade Fire.

Photos by Kristen McDeavitt

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A senior’s letter to the month of March

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · March 31, 2012

I’m sorry, March. Normally, I don’t have anything against you; sure, you can be a little boring, but I like the rain. But this year I just can’t stand you. I think it comes from being a senior. It’s not like the senioritis is especially fierce—actually, I’ve never had much. ... (more...)

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Foothill’s unshaven heroes: No Shave November success

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · December 6, 2011

November is a month of facial hair—and lots of it. “No Shave November,” a custom popular among high school and college students, is a time to ditch razors and celebrate masculinity. The holiday began in Australia and New Zealand as “Movember,” in which men... (more...)

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Summer fun at the movies (Part 1)

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · May 17, 2011

This summer, the theme in Hollywood is sequels and superheroes. With movies like Pirates of the Caribbean 4, Cars 2, The Hangover 2, Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II, we are sure to see many of our favorite actors reprise their beloved... (more...)

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Art students showcase their talent

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · May 2, 2011

As students entered the library last week, a life-size colorful cow greeted them. The library was being overtaken, not by farm animals, but by the annual Foothill art show. Each year, art students display their work for one week in the library. The pieces are all different kinds, from ceramics... (more...)

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Pocket watches and Petticoats

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · February 8, 2011

In the Athenaeum Rectory girls’ school in Tennessee, you will not find teenagers in skinny jeans or with iPods in their ears. They do not talk about the latest episode of Glee or Lady Gaga’s newest single. They are dressed in petticoats and... (more...)

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Stoneridge Mall’s Black Friday has unexpected outcome

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · December 16, 2010

I woke up Friday morning at 6:00 a.m. All I could think as a rubbed the sleep out of my eyes was, Why? Then I reminded myself that I had to experience Black Friday for myself if I wanted to write an article. As I entered the Stoneridge Mall parking lot on that frosty morning, I was not at... (more...)

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Review: The Social Network

Written by Kristen McDeavitt · October 22, 2010

The hype is big. It’s the new Citizen Cane, say the critics, one of the greatest movies of all time. Well, I don’t know if it’s the next Citizen Cane, but it is a darn good movie. Several Critic showered praises upon The Social Network upon its release October 4, many of which it absolutely... (more...)

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