<![CDATA[Spotlight]]> <![CDATA[Spotlight]]> en-us Copyright 2008 - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 23 May 2013 05:35:37 GMT 15 <![CDATA[WNBA drafts RPHS alum]]> By Tahmina Alom



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Rosa Parks High School alumnus Essence Carson has recently been drafted by the WNBA team New York Liberty as the 7th draft pick. Ms. Carson, who graduated in 2004, averaged 10.4 points and 5.1 rebound full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:05:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thespians Honored]]> By Joshua Segarra



Drama Majors Joseph Rosario and Tah’Keia Champage gave the opening performance at the Thespian Induction.

Nine Drama Majors earned the distinction of being named an Honor Thespian during the 21st Annual Thespian Induction Ceremony. The students inducted into Thespian Troupe 4197 on May 6 were: Najila John full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:04:00 GMT <![CDATA[Volleyball champs]]> By Tahmina Alom



Rosa Parks High School Intramural volleyball team played International High School on May 2 for the championship. The Pegasus Team won 25-19 and 25-11.

After losing in Round 2 of the semi-finals the year before, the Rosa L. Parks School of Fine & Performing Arts intramural volleyball team came back not only with a thirst to win, but also another cham full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:01:00 GMT <![CDATA[Motor vehicles agency returns to Paterson]]> By Aria Corbin Smith



There is now a Motor Vehicles Agency open for business on Broadway in Paterson. There hasn’t been a MVC agency in Paterson in 10 years. Residents hope this will signal the return of other businesses to the city.

If you’re seeking shorter lines, run downtown to the new Motor Vehicle Services agency and you’ll be on the road in no time. Paterson residents and employees can go to 125 Broadway Suite 201 when havi full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:59:00 GMT <![CDATA['Ideal' teacher strikes balance]]> By Aria Corbin Smith
Recently a group of people visited Rosa Parks High School to pose questions to students, one of which included: what makes an ideal teacher? Some students interviewed by members of the Stupski Foundat full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:57:00 GMT <![CDATA[Truth about cheating]]> By Tahmina Alom
What can be considered cheating in terms of academics? Copying a line or two from an encyclopedia for a ten page term paper? Splitting up homework amongst friends? Teachers, parents, and some students full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:55:00 GMT <![CDATA[Global warming issue heats up]]> By Brittany Sumter



By the summer of 2050, it is projected the Arctic Ocean will be ice-free. This is not good for the animals that live in that area because they are used to living in an icy environment. April is Nation full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:54:00 GMT <![CDATA[Moment of Truth show causes real life harm]]> By Tahmina Alom



Imagine being on a reality show on national television and asked whether or not you would rather be with your ex-boyfriend or your husband. Would you risk the end of your marriage just to win thousand full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:54:00 GMT <![CDATA[Poets' Cafe: Annual Rosa Parks High School tradition is highlight of the year for freshman in Mrs. Diane Malzone's English class.]]> By Brittany Sumter



Freshman Instrumental Major Luselys Lugardo recited her original poem during the Poets’ Cafe.

Small tea light candles decorated desks that were transformed into tables covered with purple tablecloths. Chocolate covered strawberries and chocolate candies were served during the event. Room 105 w full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:48:00 GMT <![CDATA[Annual dance recital 'works' well]]> By Joshua Segarra



After the April 17 night performance, Dance Majors gathered on stage to present Dance Teacher Erin Pride with flowers and a Coach bag.

It was a full house when members of the Rosa L. Parks School family entered the doors of the Lou Costello Theatre to see the night performance of “Dance Works 2008.” The annual recital opened with its full story > ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:45:00 GMT