cB newspaper/editorial, JOIN US Options

[Spirited Away]

Fellow cBers,

James (MarchHare2UrAlice), Ruth (Suddenly She), Basick, and I are going to start a sort of cB newspaper. At the moment, we have only simple plans, such as interviewing members and writing cB related articles, but we hope to expand the project with your help.

This is a way for you to become more involved with cB in a positive way, other members will surely appreciate your contribution, and you'll be getting extra writing practice. (I'm not very good at persuading people... maybe James, Ruth, or Basick can help me out here)... It'll be FUN~~~~~~

The "paper" will be posted in the Writing forum. As you all know, the Writing forum is often overlooked and this is one of the ways we hope to bring more attention to it. I know we have many talented writers in cB and I hope you all will consider joining our team!

This is only for fun and you will not be an official moderator or anything of the like. Please do not confuse this is a cB hiring thread.

If you're interested, please fill out this application and post it in this thread.

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name:
Age:
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.
Be supportive of the writer/author
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
Oversee the layout of each "paper"
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine

You can make anything your write on the application cB related for now.

[lovescream]

WOOHOO! THIS SOUND FUNNN!

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Toby.
Age: 11.
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
2. Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.

Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
Uh.. None, actually. I just like to write and stuff. Also, read.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify. Umm.. Because it sounds like a fun thing to do if I became a staff member of this news article. I think I deserve the position because.. it'll do help to the team? I can bring the team some ideas, probably. I'm creative in english and writing.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:

Find the flaws and correct them. I do.
Be supportive of the writer/author.Yes.. of course.
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism.Yes. ^^; I'm a creative little bug, but I have nowhere to use it.
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience.Yup.
Oversee the layout of each "paper"I guess, but I'm not getting the idea of what it means.
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work.Sure. (:

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page) story on a topic of your choice. Font: Times New Roman, size 12. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine

That was kind of confusing. I might have to read it over.

[Spirited Away]

Sorry, I'm a dork and I added somethings to the editor position...

[*suddenly she*]

reasons to be on the team-
1. you'll learn what it's like to be part of the newspaper staff.
2. it promotes a better understanding of what's going on at cb, meaning less drama!
3. it'll be fun and cool.
4. it'll be easier to see both sides of an argument.
5. yes, it does give you writing practice. it helps develop your voice, organization of ideas, development of ideas, etc.
6. to give back to the community.

there's plenty more. you just have to think of them.

[ItzOnlySydney]

Name: Sidney Olivia
Age: 13
Mark Position Interested In:
1Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
a's on every essay (but one) i wrote this year? ehh...
Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? I really just started getting interested in photography lately. And i alwasy enjoy a good laugh =). What makes you deserve this position? Well i can always make sure my work is in on time due to me having no life lol. What can you bring to the team? I have a really quiky sense of humor and i like to make people laugh. Also i would like to think i always have a positive attitude lol

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

eat it,or i'll choke you O_o!

ugh..just...a little...more....


Example of humorous bit:
Heather: look! i'm tanning a little!
Me : Wow..
Heather : yea but my stomach is still so white.
Me: psh! puhlease! my stomach is so white Casper ain't got nothin' on me!

credit : yours truly lol

[*tweeak*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Nicki
Age: 15
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
1. Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
2. Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
3. Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – I was on yearbook staff in middle school (which gives caption writing experience), am a grammar enthusiest (I am experienced in correcting and editing), I am generally experienced at being on createblog, and writing about it when necessary

Letter of Intent
I would like to be an editor because i enjoy editing and correcting, and will do it without actually being told to, as I consitantly correct people on and offline and am used to editing what people write as well. I am a good writier also, which would be convenient if other things are needed to be written, and enjoy having a say and making commentary on the community as I am quite observant, typically

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.- quite good at this
Be supportive of the writer/author- of course
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism- certainly
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience- I think I am aware of what appeals to people, so yes
Oversee the layout of each "paper"- yes
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work-yes, I can do this

Example of humorous bit:
Wait, sorry, are we supposted to be writing a humorous bit, or finding one?

[inthemudhole]

Name: Brie.
Age: 13, but I'll be 14 in July.
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.

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Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Well, as for experience... I've submitted a few articles to our school newspaper. Not that that really has to do much with editing, but I've had some experience with newspapers. I've also done work with this Latin club newsletter that comes out every month. I'm going to be taking Journalism next year and I am interested in writing and editing. Hm... Also, I always like to do extra credit writings in English class and such. I just love to write and read and things like that.. I always have.

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Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? -- This sounds really exciting. I've never seen anything like this on any other message board. A very unique idea and I would love to be involved! I'm a big fan of writing and editing, so I really would enjoy this. I'm on here quite a bit, so I could get a lot done. This just sounds really exciting and interesting.

What makes you deserve this position? -- Well, I have had some experience and I will be taking a Journalism class next year, which is a direct link to my school's newspaper, so I'll be experiencing even more in my ninth grade year. Also, I'm enthusiastic about it. I think this sounds really neat, and I'd love to be part of it.

What can you bring to the team? -- I'm a hard-working person. I like to try and get things done right the first time. So I can bring a hard-working and fairly accurate person to the team. Don't forget enthusiastic. :]

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Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:

Find the flaws and correct them. -- I do that a lot. Even in my everyday life, I try to fix problems/flaws, whether they deal with grammar, spelling, or just any other everyday problem. I don't like seeing things that are considered complete go by when they actually should have been edited.

Be supportive of the writer/author -- Of course!

Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism -- Yes, I prefer to give ideas rather than criticising. Maybe I'll deal out a little constructive criticism in-between the ideas, but I don't just flat-out criticise people.

Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience -- Yep! I like to try and see what I can do to make writing as appealing as possible, but still with the original meanings, ideas, messages, etc.

Oversee the layout of each "paper" -- Of course! I'm obsessed with organization. It must be organized and readable. So, I say yes.

Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work -- DEFINITELY! I always do that. Sometimes my friends ask me to re-read their essays and stories and such for class, and I always end up going back and helping them edit things to improve how readable and organized their paper is. I always try and get things as close to perfect as possible.

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Thanks for taking the time to read my application!
This sounds so fun.

[Spirited Away]

Thanks for applying guys! Keep those applications coming!

As of now, we're only looking for 2 more editors. It's important that other positions be taken as well.

[ChasingLife87]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Melanie
Age: 18
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_1_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Journalism in school, writing for the local newspaper, honors english, yearbook staff (editor), head editor of school literary magazine, and now that I'm homeschooled I teach my sister (13 yrs old) English...

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

I want to get more involved in cB's, I want to see the writing section grow to more than just freestyling (though that's cool too), and I've always gotten high marks in english and constantly am editing people's writing.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:

Find the flaws and correct them.  - most definitely, I'm a grammer/spelling freak, it drives people crazy sometimes!
Be supportive of the writer/author  - yes, I hate putting people down because people have always done it to me... I'll never just criticize
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism - ditto... I'm always thinking while reading of what could make this or that better, and I believe in constructive criticism, as you'll usually see in the pictures forum
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience  - I'll try my hardest on this one
Oversee the layout of each "paper" - yes, layout is important, I'm becoming an organization freak
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work  -oh yes, this is often my favorite part, I'm ready to work with authors to help them improve their style as well
(I'm sick, I love this stuff)

Ohh, this would be awesome! Count me in!!!

[avalon*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Grace
Age: 17
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.

Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
Newspaper staff this year at my school, and Yearbook staff last year, which will help with layout, and also article writing.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

This year I've had the chance to be on the newspaper staff at my school. This will be good practice for me because this fall I'm going to college, and I hope to study Communications. I hope that we can all work together to write articles that are interesting, informative, and as un-biased as possible.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them. No problem =]
Be supportive of the writer/author Of course =)
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism I wouldn't like any criticism without contribution, so I don't think the reporters would either
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience Very important
Oversee the layout of each "paper" Yes, I've seen it done, I know a couple useful techniques
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work Yep =)

[racoons > you]

thanks for applying, you guys.

now.. the only problem is, the vast majority (in fact possibly all) applied for an editors postion, so some people may not get the post they wanted...

we'll let you know ASAP who we're taking on.

-also, im retuurning soley as a member of the newspaper team, not to post in the forums. so hey, and bye again

*fades into background*

[Heathasm]

well im in the midst of my reporter application :3 almost done except now i have to write an article!

[*tweeak*]

thanks for applying, you guys.

now.. the only problem is, the vast majority (in fact possibly all) applied for an editors postion, so some people may not get the post they wanted...

we'll let you know ASAP who we're taking on.

-also, im retuurning soley as a member of the newspaper team, not to post in the forums. so hey, and bye again

*fades into background*

well, i said id be a reporter otherwise, which is why i actually numbered them. cant remember if i fill out that part of the app though or not

[Heathasm]

Name: Heather
Age: 17
Mark Position Interested In:

_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.

Indicate experience - Well i write ALOT. Planning on publishing a poetry book some time soon, i've written articles for the Trinity Mother Frances news paper here in tyler too.

Letter of Intent
I'd like to be a reporter on this staff because its always been an option for me in life to do some thing along these lines :P be it big-time news or cb news. And i really love the feeling of having my work read by the public...its very self-satisfying and inspirational for further writings. I think I have good writing skills and the right amount of spunk to keep my writings interesting and exciting.



“The CreateBlog Revolution”

The CB Revolution, forum renown (although in some cases looked down upon) as of late April quickly became a home to avid confrontation, debate, and compromise. This revolution was not just another cute topic, or joke, at the time; it has claimed to be a reform movement with a main goal of making CreateBlog a better place for its members. The capital topic of this “revolution” had been discussed after, and partially before, the new mod selection was announced to the public.
Accusable thoughts were definitely on some reader’s minds, such as to the real motives and reasoning behind the supporters of the Cb Revolution, and the thoughts of the CB Revolutionists directed towards those in higher powers.

The Demands of The CB Revolution Thread

- The addition of a suggestions forum
- Having each forum have is own mod that will read and check every topic in that forum
- The “reformation” of the Mod system; namely, a better system for denoting verbal warnings
- The informing of members about changes, if it affects the member directly.

In my own personal opinion, I feel as if this “revolution” has brought more of a voice to CreateBlog’s regular and official members, seeing as a suggestions forum has been placed on the Forums Index page that is open for us all, as a whole, to suggest and post in.

To experience the revolution first hand visit the main source of his article The CB Revolution


i set the size to 12 o_o..but that was really big so im going to leave it at default. grr, it was hard to keep it at just halff a page !_!
any way..haha i tried!

[*Weird addiction*]

thanks for applying, you guys.

now.. the only problem is, the vast majority (in fact possibly all) applied for an editors postion, so some people may not get the post they wanted...

we'll let you know ASAP who we're taking on.

-also, im retuurning soley as a member of the newspaper team, not to post in the forums. so hey, and bye again

*fades into background*

i'm not applying, but i just want to say something to james. Pls ppl don't yell at me, bleh who cares, anyways...

JAMES ... *sniff* i'll read the cB editorial just for you ... close your ugly eyes ladies, james is taken

that's all

[Spirited Away]

i set the size to 12 o_o..but that was really big so im going to leave it at default. grr, it was hard to keep it at just halff a page !_!
any way..haha i tried!

It does seem rather silly for the font to be set at size 12... so don't worry about font size.

Thanks for applying!

[*mzkandi*]

I hate to be yet another person applying for the editor position but here we go

Name: Kiera
Age: 20
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
1_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
3_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
2_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – I have worked for my high school newspaper for four years and was an editor my senior year. I was also active in the creating and organization of my high school's yearbook for two years. I currently submit articles to my college newspaper. I also work with the monthly news letter at my church.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? Writing is a passion of mine. Personally, its one of the best ways I express myself. I would love to be involved with anything dealing with writing.

What makes you deserve this position? I will offer professionalism as well as fun vibe to this job.

What can you bring to the team? My experience from such college courses as English 1101 and 1102 to Critical Writing Skills, Professional Writing, Expository Writing , and Writing for the Mass Media. In all of these classes I dealt with writing things from opinion papers to research papers which involved alot revision and editing. Also I bring to the table my experience from being an editor for my high school newspaper.


Editor Applicant’s “Audition”
Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them. Yes of course.
Be supportive of the writer/author Yes I would
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism. Yes, a thing such as this requires team work.
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience.. Yes I would totally love this...I love to brainstorm
Oversee the layout of each "paper" Yes
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work. Yes I would be very observant in this area

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Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.


pretty intriguing pictures at this link. I would have posted it but it was way too huge.
Picture from www.varietefestival.de/ presseinfo/presse.html

I couldnt help it I had to add these..teehee


look at what i can do!!


youre outta here!!

Pictues taken from www.sillyanimals.com/ hamsterfun.html

Something kinda humorous
Seminars For Men:
-You too can do housework.
-PMS—Learn when to keep your mouth shut.
-How to fill an ice tray
-Get a life—learn to cook.
-Changing your underwear—It really works!

Seminars For Women:
-Elementary Map Reading
-You can go shopping for less then 4 hours
-PMS—It’s Your Problem, Not Mine
-Gaining five pounds vs. the end of the world: a study in contrast
-Putting the Seat Down By Yourself: Potential Energy Is On Your Side.

Taken from: http://joek.com/jokes/joke_39.shtml


Thanks for considering me, Kiera ;0)

[Saeglopur]

I'm sorry if it's a bit lenghty..

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
Name: Kim
Age: 13 but 14 in 13 days (That's a week and six days!)
Mark Position Interested In:
3 Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
2 Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
1 Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience
I was in the Italian newspaper but never actually got enough time to finish an article (yeah .. the problem was that there wasn't any recent Italian news so .. it was either quit or make - up one.)

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? Ah, I have always wanted to be part of a newspaper (see I have been looking for Ezines hiring staff but well .. I can't find any e-zines I'd like to be a part of.)
What makes you deserve this position? I deserve the position of runner because for one thing, I'm a funny person. Well .. not intentionally but when I do try to say something funny no one laughs and when I do say something not funny, everyone laughs. It's ironic but .... Yeah it's just ironic.
What can you bring to the team? Pizzas! No... I don't know how to spell the word (that's one point off, isn't it?) Well .. I think it's pizzaz. But I don't know. I bring life! I have humor of all kinds: twisted, slapstick, family, teen, kid, etc! (I bet you didn't know there were all these types of humor things but there is!)

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? (Is this a rhetorical question?)

These are all my pictures actually:


^ If you ignore the words, I like the apple fighting! :P

1. xanga.com/flashfiction:

INT. CLASSROOM -- MORNING



A female TEACHER (28) lectures to a class full of HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. PERCY (16) sits in the front row, listening aptly.



TEACHER

So since we have a little time left we’ll pick up our discussion of the presidents. Does anyone remember where we left off yesterday?



Percy raises his hand instantly.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

Yes, Percy.



PERCY

We just finished Harding



TEACHER

Okay, well we can probably get through some of the next one, which is...

(she opens a book)

Okay, Calvin Coolidge. You know, my grandfather used to tell a funny story about Coolidge. This isn’t in your book, but...



The class moves as one to open their notebooks and prepares to write.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

You don’t need to write this down; it’s probably not even true. It’s just kind of funny, I think.



The class relaxes with the exception of Percy, who continues to open his notebook and uncap his pen diligently.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

Some of you may have heard before that they used to call Calvin Coolidge “Silent Cal,” because he...



She trails off, noticing that Percy has been writing down word-for-word what she says.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

Percy, you don’t have to write this down. It’s just a joke - it won’t be on the test.



PERCY

Okay.



He makes no move to cap his pen or close the notebook. The teacher stares at him for a moment before continuing.



TEACHER

Well anyway, they called him “Silent Cal,” because he was known for – Percy, you don’t have to write this down.



Percy looks up guiltily from his shorthand.



PERCY

Sorry.



Beat.



TEACHER

Why don’t you go ahead and put the cap back on that pen?



Percy caps his pen. Beat.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

Well, so he didn’t say much, is the point of the nickname. And the story goes that...



There is a telltale click from Percy’s pen cap coming off. He looks up with eyes wide. The teacher smacks the pen out of his hand without missing a beat.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

...there was a banquet at the White House, and this woman is sitting next to Coolidge and he hasn’t said anything throughout the entire dinner...



Percy has found a pencil and is still writing as the teacher talks. Again without losing a beat, she smacks the pencil from his hand and snatches the notebook, which she flings across the room.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

...and so finally she looks over at him and says, “Mr. President, I was talking with my husband earlier when I found out I was going to sit next to you and” – PERCY!



Percy has found another pencil and is writing on a small notepad.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

You really don’t have to write this down!



She grabs the notepad and rips out the page he has written on, then crumples it up and bounces it off of his face.



TEACHER (CONT’D)

(composing herself)

Anyway. She says, “My husband bet me $20 that I could get you to say more than two words.” And so Coolidge...



She trails off as a strange tapping sound begins to compete with her speaking. She looks over to see Percy writing with a third pencil on the surface of the desk. She SCREAMS and tackles him out of his desk. Percy struggles to crawl away from her, but she grabs him around the knees and drags him down again. The bell rings.

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2 . "Forget about falling in love, how about falling in a vat of chocolate?!" - Anonymous

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine
^ Hahaha. Jane takes that the 500 hours of community service as like he's a nice guy - and he volunteers his time at that but really, he's doing 500 hours of community service because probably of a crime or something.

[DavidJ2318]

is this an official cB thing? is it like authorized by them? if not, then would this be considered advertising? i am not trying to question yall but i am just wondering

[Spirited Away]

is this an official cB thing? is it like authorized by them? if not, then would this be considered advertising?     i am not trying to question yall but i am just wondering

Allow me to answer since I was the one to begin the thread. Firstly, the initial post should have given you a very clear answer.

This is only for fun and you will not be an official moderator or anything of the like. Please do not confuse this is a cB hiring thread.

It's nothing official, but it's for fun.

Secondly, the ONLY thing this thread is meant to advertise is the writing forum, which goes unnoticed by the majority of cB. Our writings will be posted in the Writing forum.

It is only authorized by the effort of those who would like to see members involve themselves in a positive, non-spamming manner.

I do not understand how this would be advertising. Perhaps, you can explain it to me now that I've explained myself to you.

[*not_your_average*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application

Name: Radhika
Age: 12 (will be 13 in june.)
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
1: Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.

2: Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.


Editor Applicant’s “Audition”

Find the flaws and correct them: Of course! I'm a very detailed person. I edited my post about a kajillion times just to get it right.

Be supportive of the writer/author: Will do!

Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism: Absolutely. I frequently post in the Writing forum, and I like to help out cB writers and encourage them.

Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience: Accept!
Oversee the layout of each "paper.": Accept!

Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work: YES! I am extra-particular about grammar and the way other people write.


Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
Reporter: I love to write. I'm extremely active in the Writing forum, and I have no intention of ignoring it. I've been writing for fun for an extremely long time now, and I would love to be a journalist someday.

Editor: I love working with people, and giving ideas and constructive critisicm is a huge way for me to interact with others.


Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

I'd like to be a staff member because I really like cB. I always visit the forums whenever I get on the Internet, and I try my best to make my posts interesting and thoughtful. Like I've mentioned before, journalism is something that I'd love to do someday.


Reporter Applicant’s “Audition”

n00bs-A Blessing or a Curse?

Lately, in the cB community, there have been many newcomers, or n00bs, as they are often reffered to as. Many veteran members have had complaints against these "n00bs," as they are often referred to, many times accussing them of double posting and spamming.

Says one user, "As you accumulate more posts, you gain more respect from [the]members. If you're a newbie that double posts, no one knows... you could've signed up strictly for spamming."

There are those, however, who are not necessarily taking sides on this issue. Another user proclaims, "... I can spam this board to death but doubt everyone will respect me ;)."

As for the n00bs, well, I guess they're just going to have to learn about the edit button, increase their post counts and tread carefully in the name of grammar.

[*CrackedRearView*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Justin
Age: 18
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
2Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
1Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
3Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Letter of Intent
Well, I'm jumping the gun here, but if appointed an editor, that would be the appropriate position for me, seeing how I was chief editor of the 2003/2004, and 2004/2005 yearbooks, co-editor of the 2003/2004 school periodical, and chief editor of the 2004/2005 edition, as well as the editorial cartoonist. That should be a testament to my anal nature concerning journalistic perfection. Editor-wise, I bring experience, and quite frankly, anal retentiveness.

Reporter-wise, I'd say I'm well fit for the job. Without tooting my horn too excessively, I'm a good writer. That's just about all there is to it. In a nutshell, as a reporter I would simply bring raw writing skill.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
[A]Find the flaws and correct them.
[A]Be supportive of the writer/author
[A]Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
[A]Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
[A]Oversee the layout of each "paper"
[A]Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

To reject any of these responsibilities would be to forfeit my former high school position. Therefore, why would the same not apply to cB's periodical?

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition”

(I'd really much prefer just to write, though I can contribute editorial experience).

Parole System Outlives Its Utility

In 1966, three teenagers were taken from their car, beaten brutally, and murdered. The perpetrator's name was Kenneth Allen McDuff, now dubbed Texas' most notorious criminal. For weeks, McDuff evaded police, until finally in late '66, he was brought to justice. Sentenced to life in prison without the chance for parole, McDuff was doomed to a life consisting of aphorisms; 'rotting in jail', 'doing time', and 'jail baiting' it. However, due to a sentencing law change, McDuff became eligible for parole, and, in 1991, was released. The very same month, McDuff went on a killing spree that claimed the lives of six innocent women in two weeks' time. Executed in the late 90's, McDuff serves as a lasting example of the ill effects of the United States' generous 'second chance'.

Happy choosing. Working on a staff with Fae is reason enough to apply.

[Rachel]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application

Name: Rachel
Age: 17
Mark Position Interested In:

Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.

Indicate experience

Well I am the official grammar nazi no matter WHAT Nicki says =]. I do believe most of my posts are correcting other people and their gross grammar.

Letter of Intent

Well in the future, I hope to be an editor of a real newspaper/magazine and I think this would be good practice. Also even tho I have left cB, I still care about it and wouldn't mind being involved. I also thrive on correcting peoples grammar and informing them of their mistakes. I think I would be a great editor because I am not afraid of telling people what they have to hear. I won't try to sugar coat it and I will try to make this paper great. Also, I am the grammar nazi, how much more do you need to know?

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them: <3<3<3 Accept
Be supportive of the writer/author: Of course accept, unless they are wrong.
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism: Yes, that is the way things should work.
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience: Mmmhmm, we need to have an audience no?
Oversee the layout of each "paper": Yeah, that is always fun. It taps into my lovely creative side.
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work: Yup, obviously. I mean isn't that what editors are supposed to do anyways?

[racoons > you]

hey! just to keep you guys updated, fae and I are working through the applications, and we'll let you guys know whats going on soon

therefore, if you want to apply and have not done so, please do so ASAP. just as a reminder, PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATIONS IN THE CORRECT FORMAT, IE BY LISTING THE POSITIONS IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE.

NOT EVERYONE CAN HAVE THE POSITION THEY WANTED AS THEIR FIRST CHOICE, SO WE NEED TO HAVE A FALL BACK OPTION. PRIORITY IS BEING GIVEN TO THOSE PEOPLE WHO FILLED OUT APPS CORRECTLY.

by not giving us other options, you are limiting your own chances of getting your ideal post.

= )

[*paul murphy*]

All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Paul Murphy
Age: 11
Mark Position Interested In:
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – I'm the best writer in our school....i think and hope...
Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.
Be supportive of the writer/author
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
Oversee the layout of each "paper"
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine

[Rachel]

hey! just to keep you guys updated, fae and I are working through the applications, and we'll let you guys know whats going on soon

therefore, if you want to apply and have not done so, please do so ASAP. just as a reminder, PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATIONS IN THE CORRECT FORMAT, IE BY LISTING THE POSITIONS IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE.

NOT EVERYONE CAN HAVE THE POSITION THEY WANTED AS THEIR FIRST CHOICE, SO WE NEED TO HAVE A FALL BACK OPTION. PRIORITY IS BEING GIVEN TO THOSE PEOPLE WHO FILLED OUT APPS CORRECTLY.

by not giving us other options, you are limiting your own chances of getting your ideal post.

= )

What if you don't want any other job

=]

[*suddenly she*]

^^then hope that you get the one you want

we finally got a hotel with internet access. hoooray!
applications have looked pretty nice so far - keep it up.

i'll be checking back as i usually do around june 4th or 5th. otherwise, i really can't get on cb so much because of all the activities going on and such.

[ChasingLife87]

Will there be a general announcement when staff members are chosen? Will applicants be PM-ed? Is priority going to be given to those with higher post counts?

[zbrittanyz]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application

Name: Brittany
Age: 15
Positions Interested In:
2-Editor: Extremely meticulous when looking over works. I cannot stand bad uses of spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
1-Reporter: I am a reporter for my school newspaper and contributes numerous articles. I have plenty of articles if anyone is interrested in viewing.
3-Runner: Exceptionally good at photography and using resources to find photos and facts, yet not specifically interrested in this position.

Letter of Intent
I have been writing since a very young age. Journalism has sparked a passion for writing. I am expreienced in writing for a prestigious high school newspaper. This outlet has provided me with expression through writing inquisitive pieces. I am also ready for any challenges the position puts me through. I am very adaptive and gifted at changing problems into positive outcomes.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition”

[Accept]Find the flaws and correct them.
[Accept]Be supportive of the writer/author.
[Accept]Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism.
[Accept]Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience.
[Accept]Oversee the layout of each "paper."
[Accept]Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work.
------>All of these are important jobs for an editor. I would uphold all of these responsibilities.

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition”
This is a condensed version of an article I wrote for the online edition of our newspaper.

Our High School is 'Kite Runner' crazy

It seems "The Kite Runner" has swept over the sophomore curriculum of our high school. From assemblies to classrooms, this Read Across Rhode Island book has taken over the English department.
Ms. Julie Bisbano organized one part of the first assembly for the sophomore class and presented a PowerPoint presentation. Also during that assembly, English teacher Ms. Derektor arranged for a professional dancer to show the sophomores traditional Afghan dancing. Even some brave students joined her on stage for a step-by-step instruction on her dancing techniques.
For the second assembly, the high school's sophomores were connected via television along with other schools across Rhode Island for a interview with the author and a short questionnaire. Ms. Bisbano comments on the assembly. "I feel that the forum lent itself to people being rude." Sophomore Kimberly -------- says she may have an explanation as to why the sophomore class was a little too rowdy. "They took about 25 minutes to hook up the equipment so we could watch live. We had to sit and watch random people come on and off the screen...I am sorry for the few people being rude and talking during the author's time on-screen." Although there were students talking, the discussion with the author was a success and provided the students with a better understanding of the novel.

[*suddenly she*]

Will there be a general announcement when staff members are chosen? Will applicants be PM-ed? Is priority going to be given to those with higher post counts?

i'm behind in the first two questions, but i'm pretty sure that we will be announcing the members. i don't know about pm-ing each applicant, and in my personal opinion, high post counts mean nothing.

[racoons > you]

no priority is being given to any memebers on any basis other than corectly filling out the applications.

as far as announcing the staff, it will be done (i think, we havent solidified this yet) by a post in this thread. PMing the applicants would take a while, and im rather lazy, so that idea is out the window

Ruth, im going to Pm you the list which fae and I have compiled so far...

[ichigofan]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Carolina
Age:16
Mark Position Interested In:
2-Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
1-Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
3-Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
Well Im a reporter/editor for my Highschools newspaper " Hillcrest Highligter" and I think I have good writing skills since I AM in AP for literary composition =DLetter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member?
I am interested in becoming a staff member because My career goal is to be a journalist and I think this will give me the experience necessary to achieve my goal.
What makes you deserve this position?
I have experience in being a reporter since I worked for my Highschools newsletter for 3 years now
What can you bring to the team?
I can bring humor and Fun to the team as well as constructive criticsm .
If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.
Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Sex Braclets
Whats the deal?

Since the 50's teenagers have been rebelling against societies ideals and morals, by drinking, smoking, doing drugs but now there is a new way to achieve their goal- Sex Braclets. Teenagers live by them and Parents cant stand them. But what are they? Are they just a new fashion hitting the streets of New York or are they really promoters of sexual intercourse. The reporters of CB hit the streets to find out what infact are these Braclets. We interviewed 16 year old Rita and asked her what her pink braclet meant, " the pink [braclet] means that a girl has to flash [her breast]". We then asked her if she had ever flashed while wearing the braclet " no we dont do any of what the braclet "says" its just cool to wear". So should parents be worried about these "sex" braclets or is it just a phase, we cant tell you that but all we can say is that the braclets have been selling like hot cakes in many cities around America and it looks like theyll be here for a while.

[racoons > you]

ok, guys!!!

here is our newspaper staff!!!

please keep in mind that, while you may not have been given your first choice of position, we are not by any means sure of exactly how much work this will involve in what areas. this means that we may very well be looking to shift some people around, and as such, we wil lbe happy to let people try their hands at different positions as the time goes by!

if you are DEEPLY unhappy about the post to which you have been assigned, please feel free to PMme about it... participation is not compulsory!

ok...

Editors
Nicki
Melanie

Reporters
Justin
Heather
Radhika
Grace
Brie
Rachel
Brittany
Carolina

Runner
Sydney
Kim
Kiera

[Fae]Please PM James and I with your emails when you feel that you're ready to get hands on with the newspaper. We're already planning something and we need all the help we can get!

Edit: better yet, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CBNewsStaff/join !
[/Fae]

Congratulations, and thanks for applying! we look forward to working with you!

[ItzOnlySydney]

whoa. the must have needed a runner A LOT if they chose me lol.


thanks for choosing me =)

This post has been edited by ItzOnlySydney: May 25 2005, 01:04 PM

[*paul murphy*]

Damn. Oh well, I didn't deserve it for my spamming...now I'm off to Tokyo....i mean bed...

[Spirited Away]

Well actually to be fair, I'll tell you why you weren't considered.
You did the application wrong.
If you're really interested, please redo the applicaton, and we'll reconsider. Thanks for applying!

Just a note though, there'll be no spamming in our newspaper... so, if you have a history of being a spammer... well... you're not in luck.

[racoons > you]

paul.. you didnt actually fill out an application properly. if you wish to seriously apply, we will reconsider

[*paul murphy*]

paul.. you didnt actually fill out an application properly. if you wish to seriously apply, we will reconsider

No, it's alright, it wouldn't be fair to anybody else

[*nightmare4taki*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: KC
Age: 99999999999999999999999999999999999
Mark Position Interested In: ?????
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
0Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
0Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
0Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.
Be supportive of the writer/author
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
Oversee the layout of each "paper"
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Im so lazy Im not even going to fill out this application[

[racoons > you]

can you NOT do that?

[Spirited Away]

nightmare4taki, why did you post if you didn't bother to apply?

This your verbal warning for blatant spamming .

[*Weird addiction*]

Im only joking. LOL

That isn't even funny for a joke

[*tweeak*]

yay! i waould be a bit ticked if i didnt get editor, seeing as i corrected people's grammar afternoon. hahaha no wonder all my friends hate me

[Skyline Drive]

i'm not applying, but i just want to say something to james. Pls ppl don't yell at me, bleh who cares, anyways...
JAMES ... *sniff* i'll read the cB editorial just for you ... close your ugly eyes ladies, james is taken
that's all

LOL Sandra I <3 you.
I want to say something to james too.. Heh..
JAMES I'll read it just for you too. haha.
I'll even promote the CB editorial in my sig.

Sorry I didn't apply..

[*mzkandi*]

Well I look forward to working on this project and making it a sucess

[ChasingLife87]

Thank you so much! I joined the group, and I can't wait to get my hands on some of this stuff...

[Spirited Away]

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CBNewsStaff/join

Join the email listing as soon as possible guys. James and I need help with a group project. Thanks!

[inthemudhole]

Whoa, I just saw the post!
Thanks for choosing me! I can't wait to get started.
I'll try my hardest, even though I'm sure I'm not one of the better writers around here.



EDIT//

Alright, I just joined the Yahoo! group.

[Spirited Away]

Check your emails!

Your first assignment is in.

From now on, we'll communicate through email to prevent spamming and revealing our plans for the paper.


We're still accepting applications, so... keep them coming

[*Weird addiction*]

LOL Sandra I <3 you.
I want to say something to james too.. Heh..
JAMES I'll read it just for you too. haha.
I'll even promote the CB editorial in my sig.

Sorry I didn't apply.. 

1 <3 you too lilly

anyways, congratuuuuulllllaaaattttiiiiooonnnssss to everyone. This is sooo going to be fun, there's nicki and brie and kiera and the others! woooot

[ichigofan]

YAY im excited thanx guys

[sadolakced acid]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application

Name: Justin, Mr. Acid, Derrington
Age: 16
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
one of two editors of middle school newspaper.


Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.


Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

The Forgotten Forum

The place to be in cB is the lounge. It's where things like the cB revolution happen. It's the slush pile of posts where fun can be had. Other forums have thier fans. There are those that love the entertainment forum, those that love the relationships forum, etc.

however, the lost forum is the interest forum. It is the forgotten forum. it's subforums, like technology, and debate, hold a plethora of intersting topics. Yet this forum gets the least attention. It's total thread and posts rival that of the lounge- and yet, no one pays attention to interests.

so, cBers, remember the forgotten form. it is Interests. It is there. Visit it.



[[yea, i figured i should apply, seeing as the cB newspaper has taken over my humble thread about changing the name of 'new and announcments' to just 'announcments'. yes i'm a bit late. oh well... ]]

[Spirited Away]

[[yea, i figured i should apply, seeing as the cB newspaper has taken over my humble thread about changing the name of 'new and announcments' to just 'announcments'.    yes i'm a bit late.  oh well... ]]

LOL... sorry about that. One thing just lead to another... I'm glad you applied!

[*CrackedRearView*]

Just joined the group.

Hit me up whenever it's appropriate.

-Justin-

[zbrittanyz]

Wow... I am way far behind. Could someone catch me up on the news? I just got my computer back and I haven't been up to date. I just joined the Yahoo group and I'm not sure what else to do. Sorry about this!

[Spirited Away]

Wow... I am way far behind. Could someone catch me up on the news? I just got my computer back and I haven't been up to date. I just joined the Yahoo group and I'm not sure what else to do. Sorry about this!

Just log into your yahoo groups account, which has been approved already, and read over our Mission and Guidelines. Then, proceed to read the 79 messages to catch up. LOL.

Follow directions carefully, especially the roll call.

Erm... well. Just post in there and we'll help you, but you're right, you're a way late. Lets hustle!

[sadolakced acid]

ehh.

i'm excited!

[racoons > you]

me too!

first edition coming soon, everyone!

[heyyfrankie]

Name: Kiera
Age: 20

whoa, kiera!! i never knew you were 20! i always thought you were a teen! haha!

[*mzkandi*]

whoa, kiera!! i never knew you were 20! i always thought you were a teen! haha!

hehe...yeah I'm pretty old....

first edition coming soon, everyone!

*gets excited*

[sweetxsimplicity]

Wow, this sounds like homework.
haha

[Spirited Away]

ok just want to make sure. i can apply for a position right?

Yes, at any time. We always appreciate more reporters and runners.

[racoons > you]

from now on i think we should say that if you wan tto apply, PM it to myself or fae, as this thread is close to dead, so it may not get noticed

[Spirited Away]

Fine, fine. Yes we're accepting applicants still, please email the application to either myself or James though. Thank you.

[*iNyCxShoRT*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Jane
Age: 13 (this july)
Mark Position Interested In: Reporter
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – In Ela, I am the best story weavers and peot. Along with one of the best ELA test scores in my whole school.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.
I am interested in becoming a staff member because I love writing stories. Sometimes my mind can wonder off and able myself to write stories, whether it's horror or just pure fantasy. I also have PSP which can expand my stories and make creative sensory details that go along with my story/poem as well. Perhaps if I become apart of the team, we will each learn something from each other. This kind of thing is great for me in the future when I proceed to high school.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.
Be supportive of the writer/author
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
Oversee the layout of each "paper"
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.I was always someone who had a wild imagination. Whether it's create peoms, stories, and even skits at times. In my ELA class, we are working on a children's book. And my topic is on a little short story which is really a peom about a mouse and a glass apple. And I love weaving stories and poem depending on the things I see or how I feel. I get my inspiration from most books I read such as Cirque Du Freak, The Stranger, Harry Potter, and The Series of Unfortunate events. This is why I think I should be one of the reporters for the createblog team. Thank you for your time in reading my applicant.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine

[Spirited Away]

Yes, well I brought this back to prove a point to Basick.

Steven, read the 22nd and 24th posts on page two of this thread... what does it say? Yahoo groups?

Exactly.

If you're still interested. Talk to me.

[sammi rules you]

oh what the hell. i'm bored. i thought i wouldn't have time for this, but i don't have anything to do otherwise so nevermind that..


Name: Sammi
Age: 15
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.

Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
i worked on my school's newspaper at the times we had one..(it keeps stopping and starting up again, it's a strange thing) and uh..yea. that's..about it. and i took a journalism class at school.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

i am interested in becoming a staff member because i've always been interested in journalism and reporting. createblog is something i'm very passionate about and reporting on happenings here at cb would probably be a great thing for me to help out with. i've been with cb for a long time and i think i can bring some long-term cb experience to the team. i may only be 15, but i think i'm pretty well-rounded for my age. i have a lot of differing interests and i could bring in things that many members may not have heard of and may end up being interested in themselves. i can appeal to both younger and older members, since i know what it's like to be younger than most of those around you and i understand the older person's way of mind.

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Focusing on Looks and Appearances: Is it Damaging to Teens?

It seems that more and more, teens are focusing on what they and others look like. They focus more on how a majority of people dress, do their hair, speak, etc. to find their way. There is much more of a need to "fit in" with a group of people around you.
However, does this damage a teen's self-esteem? Looking to others for how to live your life is not always the best. You may feel a need to fit in, but having individuality and being yourself is what draws people to your personality and to being friends with you, not what brand of clothes you wear.
Looking like a perfectly manufactured Barbie doll seems to be a trend these days. More and more teens are actually getting plastic surgery to fulfill their dreams of being just like everyone else and having all the physical attributes that their significant others would want. Looking at life as being manufactured isn't the way to happiness. People seem to be much better off with just being happy with how they are.

[racoons > you]

Thank you to everyone for their enthusiasm!!!

the first issue is now published, in writing.


READ ALL ABOUT IT!

[sadolakced acid]

IF YOU WERE ACCEPTED, but haven't done anything (or stopped doing things), but would like to

PM me.

i've decided to track down inactive staff.

also, please apply if you even feel an inkling of an urge to apply.

If you want to submit an article for publication, but do not wish to be on the staff, PM me.

[Hell-Rell]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
Name:Chris warren
Age:16
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
3_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
1Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
1_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.

Indicate experience – None.

Letter of Intent
I want to become a staff member because I think it will give me a new experience. I want to become a staff member because I think that I am more mature to go to the next level. I want to become a staff member because I love create blog alot. I deserve this position because I am reliable. You can depend on me for anything. I am intelligent and know about varies experiences. I will bring to the team is pure team work and progess I can bring news that is interesting and will draw a larger view. I am a really good writer, and I have been writing since the sixth grade. This is something that I would give my all to. Because writing is something that I honor very much. Thank you.



Reporter Applicant’s “Audition”
Ludacris & Kanye West Must Stand Trial For Song-Jacking NJ Group

Word is Universal Music, Ludacris and Kanye West will have to stand trial for allegedly jacking music from an upstart New Jersey group, I.O.F., for Luda's 2003 hit, "Stand Up." While Luda and Ye have dismissed the claims, a New York Federal Judge recently denied the tandem a motion for Summary Judgment, which means their last attempt to have the case dismissed was denied. Universal, Luda and West are being sued for $10,000,000 in damages. I.O.F.(It's Only Family)'s label, BMS Entertainment filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Luda and West in May 2004. The suit charges Cris and Ye with biting I.O.F.'s song, "Straight Like That" on "Stand Up." Luda performed the song while West produced it.

The Game(right), Kanye(middle), Ludacris(left)

[*Azarel*]

Ludacris & Kanye West Must Stand Trial For Song-Jacking NJ Group
Word is Universal Music, Ludacris and Kanye West will have to stand trial for allegedly jacking music from an upstart New Jersey group, I.O.F., for Luda's 2003 hit, "Stand Up." While Luda and Ye have dismissed the claims, a New York Federal Judge recently denied the tandem a motion for Summary Judgment, which means their last attempt to have the case dismissed was denied. Universal, Luda and West are being sued for $10,000,000 in damages. I.O.F.(It's Only Family)'s label, BMS Entertainment filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Luda and West in May 2004. The suit charges Cris and Ye with biting I.O.F.'s song, "Straight Like That" on "Stand Up." Luda performed the song while West produced it.

The Game(right), Kanye(middle), Ludacris(left)

http://www.sohh.com/thewire/read.php?contentID=7317

cB and cBn does not look highly upon plagiarizers. Rejected. kthx, don't reapply.

[*incoherent*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Spencer
Age: 16
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
XEditor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – I took a journalism class my sophomore year of highschool. I'm now a junior. My stories, I guess, happened to be interesting because they were printed in the newspaper, topping out the newspaper staff. (I'm not trying to brag, I'm listing expierences) I also had to peer edit stories that were selected for the newspaper.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them. Accept
Be supportive of the writer/author Accept
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism Accept
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience Accept
Oversee the layout of each "paper" Accept
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work Accept

[*Azarel*]

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Spencer
Age: 16
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
XEditor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
_Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – I took a journalism class my sophomore year of highschool. I'm now a junior. My stories, I guess, happened to be interesting because they were printed in the newspaper, topping out the newspaper staff. (I'm not trying to brag, I'm listing expierences) I also had to peer edit stories that were selected for the newspaper.

We currently are not looking for any more editors; apologies. Not that you completed the application anyway, but for further notice, yeah. We're not searching for more editors, but applicants are always welcome - we may look at such applications at a later date.

Also, we are currently semi-revamping positions. ;x

[*incoherent*]

how did i not complete the application?

and its fine theyre not hiring. i just thought id try

This post has been edited by anovation: Jul 23 2005, 01:08 AM

[*Azarel*]

how did i not complete the application?
and its fine theyre not hiring. i just thought id try

Er. You edited your post after I'd written that.

[*incoherent*]

yeah, i had forgotten that part. my bad. :]

[*mipadi*]

Can we still apply for this? It sounds like fun.

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application

Name: Michael
Age: 19

Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
X Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.

Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.
- Entertainment writer/news layout editor for Bucknell University's newspaper, The Bucknellian.
- Layout editor/columnist for high school newspaper
- Editor-in-Chief of middle school newspaper
- Editor-in-Chief of elementary school newspaper (okay, not particularly worthy, but an interesting note)

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member? What makes you deserve this position? What can you bring to the team? If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.
I've long enjoyed writing, and am especially interested in journalism (particularly op-ed). I've long been involved with various student publications and feel that it would be great to help with the cB newspaper, as well as bring more attention to the writing forum. I'm a (somewhat) accomplished short story writer, as well as columnist for various newspapers, and I've always enjoyed writing quite a bit. I feel I could bring a fresh, honest perspective to the cB newspaper.

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.
Here's a short piece I wrote as a review for Kings of Leon's new album:
Kings of Leon brings fresh sound to rock

Lately I've been weary of modern rock music, which seems to only reward those who are good at mimicking other earth-shattering bands. With a lot of bands sounding like clone copies of one another, I was a bit apprehensive when I first listened to Kings of Leon's just-released second album "Aha Shake Heartbreak."

My apprehension was completely unwarranted. Kings of Leon turned out to be one of the best new bands I've heard in quite a long time. They have an uncanny knack of seemingly combining elements of many classic bands into a brand-new sound. Listening to this album, I was able to pick out pieces of The Strokes and The Vines in the guitar riffs, the melodic rock leads of Modest Mouse, the spunk and fast pace of The Toadies, and even the fun and humor of The Presidents of the United States of America.

Of course, I hesitate to even list these "sources," as I wouldn't want one to get the idea that Kings of Leon are just ripping off the best parts of contemporary rock hits. It's clear to me that many of these bands are most likely not influences of Kings of Leon, even though I quickly noted some resemblance to parts of their music. No, Kings of Leon clearly deserves more credit than that; they are an original band with a new and unique sound, even though their music relates easily to that of other musicians. They not only have excellent rhythm guitar riffs, but unique lead guitar and bass lines that combine with toe-tapping lyrics to shape the overall sound into something that isn't often heard in modern rock music.

One of the greatest things about Kings of Leon is the diversity of their music. "Razz," for example, features a light, melodic bass intro coupled with a clean, melodic lead guitar riff that could almost be described as whimsical. "King of the Rodeo," the album's second track, features the rhythmic vocals of Caleb Followill telling the listener to "Let the good times roll / Let the good times roll." Soft acoustic guitar strumming of "Day Old Blues" sets a melancholic yet relaxing tone. "Aha Shake Heartbreak" is an album that manages to deliver a wide range of music that still manages to tie together into a single defining style. Overall the record has a very melodic, relaxing feel that at times seems to invoke ideas of the 1970s or early 80s, yet still falls into the category of traditional rock music. While unique, the album is not so revolutionary that the listener won't be able to recognize it as music they know and love. The only downside I can find in Kings of Leon's music is that the lead singer's voice is almost as annoying as Billy Corgan's, but like the lead singer of the Smashing Pumpkins, somehow that voice moves from annoying to pleasantly unique in the context of the rest of the band's music.

I highly recommend that anyone interested in a unique band with a new sound not easily copied by other bands check out Kings of Leon's album "Aha Shake Hearbreak." I can assure you that any fan of modern rock will not be disappointed by this southern rock band.

[kill.t3h.r0cK]

Are you still accepting applications for reporters? Because you're no longer accepting editors && I wasn't sure if you're still up for applicants since you've already released a couple issues.

Createblog Newspaper Staff Application
All required fields are bolded. If it’s not… we’re probably just curious.
Name: Pam
Age: 13
Mark Position Interested In:
If more than one, please rank from 1 (most interested) to 3 (least interested).
_Editor: Looks over submitted articles for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and appropriateness.
*Reporter: Finds topics and writes articles. Will occasionally find graphics in order to add visuals to a story. Must give credit for graphics.
_Runner: Finds photos and humorous writings. Will write captions when necessary. Must give credit.
Indicate experience – if any, please specify. Remember, your application does not depend upon experience.

Letter of Intent
Why are you interested in becoming a staff member?
I had joined my school's newspaper before, it was slow paced && what they were doing just wasn't interesting to me. I could care less which teachers are new to the staff, but this is Createblog && I feel quite differently about it than schol. I thought being able to practice my writing skills && really put them up for more challenges would be a great way to contribute to CB, hey, I'm helping Cb && having fun, right? I love to write && it has always flowed naturally to me, more natural than algebra, that's for sure. This whole impression to me is a euphoric && amazing oppurtunity to get to know Cb && its Cbers to a higher extent.

What makes you deserve this position?
I've always felt that writing came easily to me && I would never have to struggle in it, not unless I wanted to hone my skills. I also enjoy writing, so that's just another bonus for me. I've practiced much writing over the years, from persuasive essays to just entertaining short stories, I'm quite adaptable if the situation calls for such.

What can you bring to the team? I can bring a wide variety of new concepts to contribute to the team's ever budding collection of ideas already. I'm not here just to have fun, I'm glad to help out anyone else whatever job it might be. Social, crazy, && never dull, those are just a few traits I carry. There will never be a single dull moment when for any of us with all the wonderful minds and personalities that are brought together. I hope to make everyone's experience working with me pleasureable && easy.

If you are considering more than one position, please write a separate letter for each one and specify.

Editor Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really editor material? Accept or reject these topics:
Find the flaws and correct them.
Be supportive of the writer/author
Contribute ideas instead of just throwing out criticism
Help the author develop content that will appeal to the audience
Oversee the layout of each "paper"
Prepare, rewrite and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work

Reporter Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really reporter material? Write a short (quarter page to half page OR 6-8 sentences) story on a topic of your choice. If necessary, find a graphic to go along with the story. Include a title. Give credit for optional graphic.

Runner Applicant’s “Audition” Are you really runner material? Find at least two intriguing/inspiring photos (NOT from funnysomething.com) and at least two humorous quotes/jokes. They need not match. Write a caption if necessary. Give credit.

Example of humorous bit:
Mortified doesn’t describe how Jane’s parents felt after meeting her boyfriend. He sported vile tattoos, swore, and just had a hostile air about him.
After he left, the mother said, “Dear, he doesn’t seem like a very nice person.”
“Mom,” Jane said, “if he wasn’t very nice, why would he be doing 500 hours of community service?” American Legion Magazine

Changes are Ready to Be Made

Our whole existence we have strived to create equality for ourselves and future generations in the U.S, but still homosexuals of both genders are discriminated and harassed because of their sexual orientation. I for one am all for homosexual relationships and think gays and lesbians should receive more rights. I believe it’s cruel when others discriminate against people because of their sexual orientation or anything else for that matter. We should attempt to tolerate others. Enough time has passed, and I know changes are ready to be made.

I understand completely why others may frown upon homosexuality, but being U.S citizens we have a right to express ourselves. I have compiled facts to increase your knowledge on this issue. In several states, lawyers are battling to legalize marriage for homosexual couples. New Jersey, New York, and California are just a few. A judge has recently turned down the request to ban same sex marriages, but the case is to be reviewed by a higher judge. Obviously, a change is already underway.

Over the years, different states have legalized laws for the protection of gays and lesbians. The GLSEN [Gay Lesbian Student Education Network] is a network that aims in educating the youth about homosexuality. One decade ago there were few groups of GSA’s [Gay Straight Alliances] set up in schools, and the public didn’t really care about the situation. Now there are about 3,000 GSA’s set up in high schools, and homosexuality is a growing concern and issue. It’s great to know so many others feel strongly about this issue and find a need to educate the country.

It’s quite outrageous what some might do to homosexuals just because of who they are. An insurance company no longer was to insure a couple because they were lesbians. Now the couple is pressing charges against the company. Luckily, in many states there are anti-discrimination laws in which gives protection to gays and lesbians. Yet, that still may not stop teens from harassing their homosexual peers, and it is sometimes even worse in some cases if the person is of a different race or religion. If we continue to have groups and individuals who are to stand up for gay and lesbian rights we could help prevent such ignorant actions.

In conclusion, if society is walking the path to social acceptance and tolerance we may have a brighter future and gain more rights for gays and lesbians. Of course, this is a very controversial topic. Some religious groups may disagree strongly with homosexuality because it’s not approved of, but we are not governed by religious laws so we are free to love who we choose, even if they differ from us. To be denied marriage to the one you love and make commitments to because you are in a a non heterosexual relationship does not mean their relationship lack any qualities of a heterosexual couple. I had read in an article that the reason some religions had disapproved of homosexuality because the marriage could not produce offspring. To me, it would not matter what race, gender, or religion the person was because in the end, love is love.

I was on quite a roll, sorry I think it might be longer than a page.

[*Azarel*]

Will a mod please close this? Thanks.

Please apply for cBn at this thread.
http://www.createblog.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=95401