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The news site of Radford High School

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The news site of Radford High School

The RamPage
Adaliah Collins

Adaliah Collins, Editor

Adaliah Collins is a senior at Radford and co-editor of the newspaper “The RamPage.” She has been on-and-off Oahu since she was a child, and has lived in Hawaii for 11 years. Her family has served in the US Army for 17 years.

She enjoys memes, listening to music, and drawing. When it comes to school, she enjoys Literature, Web Design, Newswriting, and AP US Government & Politics. After graduation, she hopes to pursue her dream of developing video games, becoming an English professor, or a psychologist (ignore the trump building in the back).

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The Smarter Balanced Assessment is a standardized test distributed throughout 15 states and 1 U.S. territory to determine college course placement. For the 2015-2016 test, Radford students scored higher in mathematics than the state average by 5 percent. However, 35 percent did not meet the standard, 29 percent nearly met, 26 percent met, and 10 percent exceeded. 35 percent of students who did not meet the standard are more likely to be placed in remedial college mathematics courses, and the 29 percent that nearly met may be placed in introductory college mathematics courses.

Why to Reconsider Taking the Smarter Balanced Assessment

Adaliah Collins, Editor
March 29, 2017
Rings is a sequel Ringu, the 1998 award winning Japanese horror film, The Ring, and The Ring Two, starring award winning actress Naomi Watts. The 2017 horror film took a modern take on the story of Samara Morgan and a video that kills its viewers after 7 days if they do not make a copy of the film and show it to another person. Despite its attempt to live up to the films before it, it received a 6 percent by Rotten Tomatoes, being one of the worst rated films of 2017 thus far, along with Fifty Shades Darker. Photo Courtesy of Hoyts.com.

Rings Rated the Worst Film of 2017

Adaliah Collins, Editor
March 29, 2017

Teens Exhibit Addictive Traits with High Use of Technology

Alexa Conrad, Editor
March 17, 2017

AP Offers Taste of College, Credits

Alexa Conrad, Editor
February 2, 2017
“Don't Breathe” is a horror film that was released to the public by Screen Gems on Aug. 26. It made over $20 million its opening weekend, replacing Suicide Squad as the #1 movie in the box office its opening weekend.

Don’t Breathe #1 in Box Office Opening Weekend

Adaliah Collins, Editor
October 31, 2016

US Wins Big at Summer Olympics

Alexa Conrad, Editor
October 15, 2016
Jade Souza (12) makes sure her badge is clipped securely to her top, Tyrique Clay (12) keeps it on a chain around his neck, and Moana Robinson (11) keeps it clipped to her sleeve. Students are required to wear their school identification badges on at all times during the school day. Photos by Cristian Torres

Radford Enforces Stricter ID Policy

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 30, 2016
Suicide Squad: It Feels Good to be Bad

Suicide Squad: It Feels Good to be Bad

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 21, 2016

Miles Joins Science Department

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 19, 2016
Pierce the Veil is an American post-hardcore band that originated from San Diego, California and formed in 2006. Even though they have been touring in the last few year, they have yet to release a new album (the last being “Collide With the Sky” which was released to the public in the summer of 2012). In March 2016, they have finally announced their new album, “Misadventures,” which will be available May 13.

Pierce the Veil Returns from 4-Year Hiatus

Adaliah Collins, Editor
May 20, 2016
"The Walking Dead” is an interactive drama video game created by Telltale Games for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and smart phones. The mini-series features Michonne, a survivor of the apocalypse. Although some fans were not pleased with a shift in cast, it received positive reviews from IGN and Metacritic.

The Walking Dead: Michonne Throws Fans for Loop

Adaliah Collins, Editor
May 20, 2016
“The Jungle Book” is a remake of the animated adventure film that was originally released in 1967. It features many well-known celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson, Idris Elba, Bill Murray, Christopher Walken, and Ben Kingsley. The film was praised by Rotten Tomatoes, receiving a rating of 94 percent.

‘Bare Necessity’ to Watch The Jungle Book

Adaliah Collins, Editor
May 20, 2016
Batman vs. Superman

Batman vs. Superman

Alexa Conrad, Editor
May 20, 2016
Soloman Loggins (12) seen running in the 4 by 4 boys team. The group took 1st place in the event, a massive victory for the track team.

Boys Track Place First in State Championships

Alexa Conrad, Editor
May 20, 2016
United States Senator Mazie Hirono was a special guest at the 20th anniversary of the Military Youth Advisory Council meeting.

MYAC Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Alexa Conrad, Editor
May 20, 2016
Culinary students Evan Collins (11) and Jeremiah Joswick (11) at the Aloun Farms 3rd Annual Ewa Sweet Onion Culinary Competition. The objective of the competition is to cook a dish with the items assigned to your team. “It was a good learning experience,” Joswick said. (Photo submitted by Evan Collins)

Budding Epicureans Compete in Sweet Onion Competition

Adaliah Collins, Editor
May 20, 2016

‘Deadpool’ Ranks in Top 10 movies of 2016

Adaliah Collins, Editor
April 1, 2016

Post Prom Plans

Alexa Conrad, Editor
March 29, 2016

Restrict Prom Attendees to Upperclassmen

Adaliah Collins, Editor
March 29, 2016

Governor Plans AC Installation in All DOE Schools

Alexa Conrad, Editor
March 15, 2016
STEM Applications student Jacob Krieger (12) works on one of two robots the class built. The team recently competed in the VEX competition in August, where they designed their robot to pick up and launch a ball into a net on the other side of the field. “When you come in, you are expected to get onto your project and start building,” Krieger said.

STEM Builds Robots, Flies Drone

Adaliah Collins, Editor
October 1, 2015
Ellyn Dunford, Bruni Bradley, Kim Crutchfield, Rebecca White, and Colonel Peter Santa Ana of the United States Pacific Command Directors visited Radford High School's Transition Center. Student facilitators shared how the center is run, and about their experiences in the program. During the third quarter alone, the school received 48 new students.

[Photo] Transition Center Welcomes Military Guests

Alexa Conrad, Adaliah Collins, Editors
March 10, 2016
Advanced Placement students Brigina Terry (12), Zakiyah Stowe (12), and Jacob Nino (12) take an exam in their AP Language class. "I spend about two and a half hours every night to study," Terry said. "It really helps with strengthening my writing skills."

Testing Consumes Second Semester

Adaliah Collins, Co-Editor
February 19, 2016
Radford’s athletic track field is still under construction. Its completion date was delayed due to contamination issues. “The main disadvantage [of this] is not having a home site for our football, soccer, and track teams to practice and host games,” Principal James Sunday said. (Photo by Alexa Conrad)

Track Renovation Continues into Summer 2016

Alexa Conrad, Editor
February 19, 2016

Scholarship Opportunities

Adaliah Collins, Editor
February 17, 2016

College Visits and Activities

Adaliah Collins, Editor
February 17, 2016
Whether it’s for a quick snack after school, or even a 15 minute dinner, not only are these pizza pockets a healthier alternative to store bought, but can be fun to make too.

Homemade Pizza Pockets

Alexa Conrad, Editor
January 29, 2016
The perfect quick and easy holiday snack.

Easy Peppermint Bark

Alexa Conrad, Editor
January 29, 2016
Racks of prom dresses and men's jackets are available to prom goers in room 113 . Attire and accessories are free of charge to students who are unable to pay the costs of prom wear. “Many alumni outgrow the dresses, or will never go to a prom again, or will get another gown,” Student Activities Coordinator John Goto said, “so there are always others who can use it to save their money for other things.”

Student Council Offers Free Prom Ensemble

Alexa Conrad, Editor
January 29, 2016
Whether it’s breakfast or lunch, these pizza waffles are the perfect choice. Personalize them yourself by getting creative with the toppings.

Pizza Waffles

Alexa Conrad, Editor
January 29, 2016
‘Back to the Future’ Predictions: What They Got Right & Wrong

‘Back to the Future’ Predictions: What They Got Right & Wrong

Alexa Conrad, Editor
December 7, 2015
“Until Dawn” is am interactive drama survival horror video game that is exclusive for the PlayStation 4 and released August 2015. The game was praised with great reviews, receiving a 7.5 / 10 from “IGN” and 9 / 10 from “Game Informer.” RATING: M

“Until Dawn”: A Tailored Game You Must Play

Adaliah Collins, Editor
December 7, 2015
Jake Tufts (11) uses TASK to work on assignments from Gwynne Johnson’s AP World History course. Years ago, students were allowed to seek help from from multiple teachers when TASK A and TASK B were offered once a week. “We need more time get help and focus on assignments,” Haille Lane (12) said.

Rams Clamor to Bring Back Second TASK

Alexa Conrad, Editor
December 4, 2015
Nation Divided Over Accepting Syrian Refugees

Nation Divided Over Accepting Syrian Refugees

Alexa Conrad, Editor
December 3, 2015

College Visits, Happenings

Adaliah Collins, Editor
November 26, 2015
Physical Education students generally run for up to two hours a week for class. I am proposing that student athletes who meet the physical activity and personal fitness requirements earn a PE credit. Football player Ryan Reagan (10) said that “you have much harder exercise in a period of three hours, whereas PE is only one.”

Athletes Deserve PE credit

Alexa Conrad, Editor
October 23, 2015

Scholarship Information

Adaliah Collins, Reporter
September 17, 2015

‘Terminator: Genisys’ Falls Short of Expectations

Adaliah Collins, Reporter
September 16, 2015
NHS Brings Backpacks to Homeless Children

NHS Brings Backpacks to Homeless Children

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 9, 2015

Wallace Joins Science Department

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 9, 2015

Sherlock Returns Home to RHS

Adaliah Collins, Reporter
September 4, 2015
Madeleine Cole (11) stays hydrated by drinking the school day. However, recent studies show that people are consuming too much water if they follow the eight cup guideline.

Daily Water Guidelines Proved Myth

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 2, 2015

Movie Review: Kingsman

Alexa Conrad, Reporter
March 17, 2015
Peer Ed spreads awareness, education

Peer Ed spreads awareness, education

Alexa Conrad, Reporter
January 30, 2015
Customers crowd around two of three new vending machines, eager to purchase snacks. It’s the school’s first pair of healthy vending machines, introduced at the beginning of the 2014 school year to promote healthy snacks. “...I think it’s good they added them,” said Kim Nguyen (9).

Vending Machines Promote Healthy Snacks

Alexa Conrad, Editor
September 23, 2014

Nakata Encourages Rams to Chase Dreams

Alexa Conrad, Reporter
September 3, 2014
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