The real cchs news is posted below, folks!
music to our ears!
Two of our orchestras attended the State Orchestra Festival last Thursday (the Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Randal, and the Advanced Strings, conducted by myself).
48 orchestras performed at Highland High School over the course of three days; only groups who received a “Superior” rating at their respective Region Festivals are invited to attend. (Adjudicators are from colleges and/or award-winning high schools around the country.)
Our Chamber Orchestra received three “I” ratings, which is the highest score possible to earn and gives a “Superior” designation. Out of 48 orchestras statewide, only 5 received this honor.
Our Advanced Strings also received an overall rating in the “Superior” category. We are one of only four schools with more than one orchestra qualifying to attend, and our second orchestra received a higher rating than 27 other schools’ top orchestras, placing in the top 20 statewide.
We’re so pleased with our students (and I personally am happy finally to be finished with our competitions for the year!). Any orchestra students who you happen to see, please feel empowered to congratulate. 😊
PRESS RELEASE FROM MR. MITCHELL ATENCIO AND DR. RANDALL CLARK
48 orchestras performed at Highland High School over the course of three days; only groups who received a “Superior” rating at their respective Region Festivals are invited to attend. (Adjudicators are from colleges and/or award-winning high schools around the country.)
Our Chamber Orchestra received three “I” ratings, which is the highest score possible to earn and gives a “Superior” designation. Out of 48 orchestras statewide, only 5 received this honor.
Our Advanced Strings also received an overall rating in the “Superior” category. We are one of only four schools with more than one orchestra qualifying to attend, and our second orchestra received a higher rating than 27 other schools’ top orchestras, placing in the top 20 statewide.
We’re so pleased with our students (and I personally am happy finally to be finished with our competitions for the year!). Any orchestra students who you happen to see, please feel empowered to congratulate. 😊
PRESS RELEASE FROM MR. MITCHELL ATENCIO AND DR. RANDALL CLARK
Girls Lacrosse Senior Night
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BY RUBY WINGET
This Thursday was a very special day for Girls Lacrosse at Corner Canyon. They had their last home game and their senior night. They had the chance to celebrate their amazing graduating class of 2023. The girls lacrosse team is led by 14 amazing seniors. Each girl brings something special to the team, on and off the field. Some of these girls have been playing since they were old enough to hold a stick. Others just started playing during high school as a secondary sport. Despite their various levels of skill, the girls come together as a cohesive team when they hit the pitch. The team has 4 senior captains: Kenzie Zimmerman, Hannah Berente, Sadi Peacock and Allie Reading. All these girls work so hard to organize and lead their team. Allie Reading says “ I couldn't have asked for a better family for the four years of high school!” It is bittersweet for these 12th graders as they are excited to move on but sad to be leaving their coaches and friends. “I wish that these seniors could stay with us forever, they add so much to our team and truly make each practice a joy to be at” says one of their managers. Brandon Smith, another team manager says “I am so excited to see all that these girls accomplish. They are so strong and have overcome so much in their four years at Corner Canyon.” At the beginning of their season, the girls lacrosse team had to cancel countless games due to awful and unseasonal weather. They had to play through snow, rain and hail. The team did it with smiles on their faces because they just love to be together and play lacrosse. This graduating class is going to be missed and leave a hole that will be hard to fill. Good luck class of 2023 in all your future endeavors. Live Lax Love. POSTED 5/15/23 |
A little Player Spotlight on KenzieHow many years have you been playing lacrosse?- 5 years
What are your favorite parts of playing lacrosse for CCHS?- I love my teammates and how much we have all grown together over the years. What does your day to day routine look like during lacrosse season?- It’s pretty busy. I do school stuff and then I do wall ball from 3:30 to 4 and then I am at practice from 4-6, with usually 2-3 games a week until playoffs. We also have team dinners and team bonding every so often as well. It is a fun time and I love it. Who has made the biggest impact on you? - Do you have any pre-game rituals? If so, what are they? I blast The Stroke by Billy Squire, play some hacky with my teammates, always do a handstand on the field, and write a little not on my knuckles with my fellow mid-field players. Have you ever had a major setback and how did you overcome that? I think some of the hardest setbacks I have had have been mental setbacks. It has been really hard to overcome mental health problems and even normal mental blocks, but I’ve been able to get over them with professional help as well as improving my individual mindset. What are your plans after high school? I plan to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and then plan to return and go to USU to study Art Education. What is your pre-game pump-up song? The Stroke by Billy Squire, Come Down by Anderson Paak, and Purple Hat go hard. Do you have any advice for aspiring lacrosse players? Always look at the next play. Mistakes happen, but what counts is how you improve on them. Learn to look forward and push yourself to become the best you can be. |
Corner Canyon Athletes moving on to College
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Over the past few years Corner Canyon has had lots of athletes from different sports that sign and move on to play at the next level in college for their respective sports. There are athletes moving on to play at the next level on almost every sports team. Owen Borg from the football team says “It is super cool to be playing with a bunch of kids that will be playing at the next level. It makes practices that much more competitive and important. Not only is this good for our team to compete hard against good competition but it also benefits the players that are playing in college after high school by giving them the opportunity to get used to playing against talented players so it won't be as big of a jump from high school to college.” As you can see there are a lot of benefits of having lots of players that are playing their sport at the next level. Annabelle Harris from the Corner Canyon High School Cheer Team says “Being on the same team as several girls that are pursuing a college cheerleading career helps us stay focused and motivated throughout the long season.” Going to college for a sport has a lot of benefits. Depending on the sport and how big the school is there are a lot of perks of being a college athlete, whether that means going to school for free, traveling the world, making new friends, getting free food, or having the opportunity to play your sport in front of a large crowd. Jaxson Roberts said “Having the opportunity to go play basketball in college on a scholarship is a dream come true. All of the perks that I'm going to get once I get there are amazing. Not only that but I am excited to meet all of the team members and hopefully meet new life long friends.”
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Fun Facts About Athletes in College
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unsung heroes!
PRESS RELEASE: The CCHS JV white team won their bracket (Bronze) invitational volleyball tournament in Provo last month. Most of the players are CCHS freshman students, and it a huge accomplishment for them being a new and young team. Dan Penrod is the coach.
Prom!
SHORT for "promenade dance"—a formal dance party for highschool students held toward the end of the school year
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For most high school upperclassmen, Prom is an important coming of age experience. The dresses, corsages and tuxedos may seem cliche but as High School Musical says “this is the night of nights”. Blair Waldorf once said, “You can get married as many times as you want, Prom only happens once”.
This year's Prom was held at the Viridian in the West Jordan Library. The venue was perfect for the dance with the indoor-outdoor dance floor. The decorations were superb and offered a night to remember. As students walked into the ballroom, there was a red carpet lining the hallway, which was tasteful and chic. Brandon Smith says “I loved the library and the whole energy of the event”. The theme of the dance was “Can’t Help Falling in Love”. The song by Elvis Presley was played at the end to close out the evening with one last slow dance. “The music and DJ were great,” says Rocky Smith. There was a perfect balance of pop, rap and slow songs. There was a photo booth in the back of the ballroom off to the side. Couples could take their picture right as they came in, before moshing and sweat ruined their perfect makeup and hair. The Prom Queen, Sophie Nibley says “It was the perfect night”. She happened to go to the dance with the Prom King Nate Gibbons. The two were nominated to Prom Court and selected as Prom King and Queen by their fellow Juniors. This night for many seniors is their last dance in high school and kind of a final celebration of their time at Corner Canyon. No matter who you were friends with over the past 4 years, when at Prom, cliques seem to matter just a little less. We all just scream at the top of our lungs and jump in union to the beat of our favorite songs. Overall, the night was definitely memorable and hopefully lived up to all that these students dreamed of. BY YOUR MOM |
BEST DAY DATES
“It was the perfect night”-Prom Queen Sophie Nibley |
the hills are alive with the sound of cchs music!
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This past Saturday, a number of students attended the Utah State Solo & Ensemble Festival at Provo High School. CCHS sent 27 soloists/student-organized ensembles to this event! Every attendee from CCHS earned an Excellent or Superior rating. (There are three categories below.)
Vocal department: Receiving a “Superior” rating CCHS Chamber Singers CCHS Bell Choir Emma Haynie & Jacq Clegg (Duet) Alyssa Miller (Soprano) Genevieve McGill (Mezzo-soprano) Cael Crosby (Baritone) Alyssa Meadows (Piano) |
Receiving an “Excellent” rating
CCHS Tenor/Bass Ensemble Instrumental department: Receiving a “Superior” rating CCHS String Quartet Ainsley & Kate Bowers (Violin duet) Megan Yamamoto (Violin) Monet Oaks (Violin) Jacquelyn Marsh (Violin) Michelle Peterson (Violin) Ainsley Bowers (Violin) Kate Bowers (Violin) William Harrison (Viola) Sleater Anderson (Viola) Nick Kelley (Cello) Caden Mather (Trumpet) Clark Weiler (Tuba) Bryant Oaks (Saxophone) Reed Laker (Clarinet) |
Receiving an “Excellent” rating
Sarah Bowen (Violin) Nathan Laker (Trombone) McKay Neyman (Horn) Gabe Alger (Clarinet) Adrian McGill (Oboe) For any students who you know, please congratulate them! This is an event where the students largely self-drive; they must first qualify at their respective Region event, then go on to choose to enter only if the qualify. -PRESS RELEASE provided by Mr. Mitchell Atencio |
GPA SYSTEM: do we need an overhaul?
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Cal Taggart
Editor of Cal's Corner Imagine you are in a school system where the highest GPA you could get is a 5.0. All of your AP and honors classes are rewarded with a 5 for your GPA if you get an A in the class, a 4.0 if you get a B, and so on; this is called a weighted school system. I don’t have to imagine this system because I lived it. Most California schools, where I was born and raised, use the weighted GPA system. I will dive into why I think weighted GPAs are better than unweighted in a second, but my main problem is the whole GPA system simply does not reward or recognize the hard work of students. Do you ever wonder why there are 40 valedictorians in each Corner graduation class? If you take a step back it seems off, and that’s because it is. Anyone who gets all A’s from the person who took eleven APs to someone who took all “regular” classes can get valedictorian. It’s obvious there are some flaws in that being the case. An unweighted GPA simply doesn’t reward the students who put in more work and bottom line are more accomplished. “Why should I take AP classes and struggle to get an A when I could be taking college prep and passing easily?” wondered Ian Colton. |
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If we were to switch to a weighted GPA system it would only benefit the school. The students who truly deserve top rankings in the class will get what they deserve, it will prompt more ambition from all students as they will want to have a higher GPA, and the school will also produce kids who work harder and are overall smarter. “I would definitely want to switch to weighted, I don’t see how it would hurt,” said Brinley Nelson. Not to mention that just the appearance of anything higher than a 4.0 just simply looks more impressive to everyone, and will make kids more excited and proud of school in general. “My weighted GPA would be a whole point higher” said Ryan Vodak “I think we should implement it for sure”. I am not sure if any changes will ever be made, but I think it is something the admin should absolutely look into and consider doing for the benefit of the school.
Published 5/5/23
Published 5/5/23
Chronic People-Pleasing
Written Lily Hersch
Published by Lily Hersch Upsetting others is typically never something we aim to do, and obviously for good reason. When we know we have made others feel wounded because of our doing, it leaves a pit of guilt and shame in our stomach. Though, this avoidance of hurting others sometimes reaches too far, and is known as the following: people pleasing. People pleasing can have drastically negative effects on one’s mental health, and often has many layers as to why someone may feel the need to do so. According to James Madison University, people pleasing is characterized as striving to keep everyone happy and fulfilled at all times, and with this frequently self-sacrificing and putting everyone first. So, why is this bad? People-pleasing can bring several consequences, but these are the top three. For one, constantly wanting to please others and sacrificing inner needs leads to self-neglect. This may look like ignoring your mental and physical health because you may overtly or subconsciously feel it doesn’t matter as much as others’. People pleasing also is often disingenuous, in that you feel like you have to help others and do more than you can bear. This then leads us to maybe being passive-aggressive, resentful, and feeling like nobody appreciates us. Lastly, constant people-pleasing may lead to overall feelings of anxiety and depression from the constant stress of taking on others’ dilemmas and never taking time for yourself. The reasons as to why people feel the need to compulsively people-please vary. People pleasers the majority of the time are genuinely compassionate people, and unfortunately may let it take full control of how they interact with others. People pleasing often comes from feelings of a lack of self worth, the need for external validation, wanting to feel worthy, etc. Yet, when looking deeper, the need typically has a root of trauma in some form or another. Two anonymous sophomores say “I try to please people because I think I’m afraid of them getting mad or something like that.” And, “I really don’t like conflict so I just don’t do anything that might cause tension.” People-pleasing is often a vicious cycle of unneeded stress, burdens, and lack of self-care. But, this cycle can be broken with time, effort, and support from friends and family; but, most importantly, love to one’s self. |
Ways to Take Action Against People-Pleasing Tendencies: Per the Clay Behavorial Health Center, ways to lessen the need to compulsively people please can be aided with actions such as:
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in sports-GIRLS GOLF SWINGS TO 2ND PLACE in REGION
THREE LADY CHARGERS FINISHED IN THE TOP 12 IN THE REGION.
5TH – ALYSSA MEADOWS 6TH – VICTORIA ROMNEY 12TH – LANEY ROSS
THE GIRLS ARE MOVING ON TO THE STATE TOURNAMENT ON MAY 8 & 9 AT RIVERBEND (WHICH IS VERY CLOSE TO THE SCHOOL). IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO STOP BY, I’M SURE THAT THE GIRLS WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU OUT SUPPORTING THEM!
HERE ARE THE GIRLS WHO WILL BE REPRESENTING CORNER CANYON AT THE STATE TOURNAMENT:
1) ALYSSA MEADOWS
2) VICTORIA ROMNEY
3) LANEY ROSS
4) MYLIE MATTHEWS
5) ASHLYN CLINE
6) RYLEE REINBOLD
5TH – ALYSSA MEADOWS 6TH – VICTORIA ROMNEY 12TH – LANEY ROSS
THE GIRLS ARE MOVING ON TO THE STATE TOURNAMENT ON MAY 8 & 9 AT RIVERBEND (WHICH IS VERY CLOSE TO THE SCHOOL). IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO STOP BY, I’M SURE THAT THE GIRLS WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU OUT SUPPORTING THEM!
HERE ARE THE GIRLS WHO WILL BE REPRESENTING CORNER CANYON AT THE STATE TOURNAMENT:
1) ALYSSA MEADOWS
2) VICTORIA ROMNEY
3) LANEY ROSS
4) MYLIE MATTHEWS
5) ASHLYN CLINE
6) RYLEE REINBOLD
D.E.C.A. makes waves in florida
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Kaylee Nguyen
Chrony Staff About one week ago, 25 Students got the chance to go down to Florida to compete to be the very best business person to exist. They got to enter this elite competition through DECA, but what is DECA? According to DECA itself, “DECA is an integral component of classroom instruction providing classroom teachers with enriching educational programs and resources to enhance learning.” Those 25 students left on the 21st of April. Where they flew over to Florida. Since Nationals were taking place over there, on Saturday was when DECA officials took off with their opening ceremony with over 24 thousand students at the opening ceremony. Day 3 of being in Florida, it was shown through Corner Canyon DECA’s Instagram Page, that they spent the day at Sea world. Day 4 was spent competing against other students, Seaworld, and Universal Studios. Finally on the Last day before they fly back to Utah, DECA announced their finalists. Along the finalist, Dawson Walker finalized in professional selling and moved on towards the next round. Everyone else spent the day at Aquatica, which was a well deserved break after competing so hard. Later that same day, Awards were handed out, and they called that a night. The next day they flew back to Utah. Among them coming back to school I asked one of the students if she had her experiences at DECA nationals, and If she would try and earn a spot again for next year. |
“It was fun, I had a great time over in Florida. Yes I will definitely try and win another spot to experience that again. Even though I was sweating nervously the entire time.” said Kayla Nguyen.
Come join DECA as you too can also have a chance to experience the wonders of DECA nationals, come join Deca next year. For a chance to compete for basically a paid School vacation. Who knows, maybe you might actually be good at something. It's open for everyone to join. It's really fun, and you get to learn many great things and meet new people. 
POSTED 5/1/2023
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WICKED WEATHER...
And homes collapsing!?
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By Hannah Gray
Headline/Rabbit Hole Editor Utah has been experiencing some extreme weather conditions that are impacting residents, particularly those in Suncrest and the Canyons School District. Landslides have become a major issue, causing damage to buildings and homes, and putting people's lives at risk. According to a report by KSL, "Utah Geological Society is currently monitoring over 100 landslides across the state." One of the reasons behind the increased landslides is the building laws in Draper. As KSL reports, "Draper building laws make it hard to say no to risky development." These laws have led to the construction of homes in high-risk areas that are more susceptible to landslides. Due to the high water levels and heavy rainfall, landslides are more likely to happen in these areas, which puts people's homes and lives in danger. Recently, two homes in Draper slid down the hill because they were built on unstable ground. The owner of one of the homes, according to another KSL report, "never expected it would really happen." As a result, they were forced to abandon their home and flee the area. This incident shows the gravity of the situation, and how people's lives can be disrupted or even destroyed due to the landslides. The Utah Geological Society is conducting geotechnical studies to identify high-risk areas and develop effective strategies to minimize the risks associated with landslides. |
As KATV reports, "The UGS Canyon Movement program is working to understand the movement and behavior of landslides, evaluate the impact of changing environmental conditions, and assess the risks and potential consequences."
The people most affected by the weather and landslides are the residents of Suncrest and the Canyons School District. As KSL reports, "Some homeowners are losing their homes and finding themselves without many options." The authorities are working to provide relief to those affected by the situation. The erratic weather in Utah has caused significant damage and disruptions to people's lives, especially in Suncrest and the Canyons School District. The building laws in Draper have added to the risks, which puts more people in danger. It is essential for authorities to identify high-risk areas and develop effective strategies to mitigate the risks associated with landslides. As the situation evolves, the Utah Geological Society is monitoring the situation closely to ensure the safety of the people of Utah. 
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Utah Flag Redesign-out with the old (left below) and in with the really cool new (right below)
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Melody Hanks
Editorial/ Opinions :) Editor You may or may not have heard, but the Utah flag was redesigned and will replace the old one as of next year. The flag was overdue for a redesign and the new look is flattering, simple, and unique. Personally I think this is the best flag design that Utah has ever had. The oldest flag dates back to 1848 when LDS pioneers came to Utah and made a flag that looked like the American flag, except the only color was navy blue. As Deseret, the name of the territory, pioneers were sewing flags for the area over the years. Later, when Utah was recognized by the US government the “original flag was created in 1903 to be used at the St. Louis World’s Fair. Utah Gov. Heber M. Wells asked the Daughters of the American Revolution to oversee its creation.” (More Than A Flag). That flag was recolored until it became the flag we know today. The new flag looks amazing but it has a lot of symbolism along with it. The navy blue represents the lakes, sky, and values such as optimism and knowledge. The beehive in the middle is Utah's slogan and represents industry. There is a hexagon around the beehive to show strength. The white mountains in the background are of course Utah’s mountains, but also to include the eight indigenous tribes that live here. Red rocks below show Southern Utah’s colored sand and beautiful terrain. “At the foundation of the beehive is a five-pointed star, which represents hope and the year 1896, when Utah was admitted to statehood. These are enclosed by a hexagon, which symbolizes the strength of Utah’s people.” (More Than A Flag) |
utah territory and state flags...the progression!
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With the start of the twenty twenties the flag reflects the new age and modernizes our state. Now our flag represents the state that is unique and stands out from the rest.
Published 5/2/23
Published 5/2/23
Concerts Coming this Summer!
By Whitney Riddle
Entertainment Editor
Entertainment Editor
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With summer right around the corner, I´ve been trying to figure out all the things I’m going to squeeze in before we come back to school this fall. One thing on my bucket list is to go to concerts this summer. I’m a huge music fan, and I’m sure many of you all are as well. Listening to music in my airpods 24/7 is great, but nothing beats the concert experience. So what concerts are coming to Utah this summer?
There is a large variety of bands and singer songwriters coming near Salt Lake city between May and September, many I haven't heard of but there are definitely some that sparked my interest and would love to attend. Concerts coming close to Salt Lake City over the summer include; Half Alive, Charlie Puth, Fall Out Boy, Snoop Dog, Paramore, Alicia Keys, Train, Sam Smith, Cigarettes after Sex, and Weezer. This is only a small list I found looking through Concerts 50. There is a huge list of concerts that aren’t far from Salt Lake City, some of them are really affordable as well, making it a good option if you and your friends are looking for something to do this summer. With the wide variety of concerts and genres coming this summer, there will most likely be a concert you would enjoy. Another fun idea would be to attend the Wonderland festival this June, located in Spanish Fork. Other music festivals this summer in Utah include; Kilby Block Party, Ogden Music Festival, Hive Music Festival, Deer Valley Music Festival and more. There are also some concerts coming to neighboring states that may interest you. Beyonce is coming this August to Vegas, along with Jason Maraz, Alive, and a few more. In Phoenix, the Cure and Morgan Wallen will perform. I spoke with Adyson Pickens and Paris Smith, CCHS juniors, about which concerts she plans to attend this summer. Adyson plans to attend Luke Brain, and Hozier. Paris is going to Cigarettes after Sex, and together Adyson and Paris are going to The Johns, and Sunhill. My friends and I hope to get a few tickets to concerts this summer, and I hope you and your friends can attend some as well, I highly recommend it. Posted 5/5/23 |
Concert Tickets:
Utah: https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/concerts?geoHash=9x0q&radius=100&sort=date%2Casc&unit=miles&daterange=all Vegas: https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/concerts/las-vegas 
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