Slexspring 2015

The Official School Publication of St.
Laurent Adult Centre
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Spring 2015 Edition / Vol. III
ST. LAURENT EXPRESS

P UBLISHED BY THE S TUDENTS FOR THE S TUDENTS
Welcome to the Spring Edition of the St. Laurent Express! I would like to wish all
students great academic success and hope to see many of you at our Graduation.
Let us keep this tradition alive!
Bienvenue ldition printanire de St. Laurent Express! Je tiens souhaiter
beaucoup de succs acadmique tous les tudiants et espre vous voir
nombreaux notre fte de graduation. Faisons de cette clbration, une tradition
bien vivante!
Founder/chief editorFondateur/diteur en chef,
Mr. Joseph-Mitchell Marques
A friendly tip for the Spring

season!
The Montreal Celebration You

Should Attend This Month
by MARC ANGELO DELA CRUZ, SEC IV MATH STUDENT
by SYNDEN HOPE-JOHNSTON, APRIL 8, 2015 , MONRTREAL BLOG
In Montreal, the weather is unpredictable

during the spring. But, that shouldnt stop you
from participating in all sorts of activities both
indoors and outdoors. Here are some tips to
motivate you and some tips on how to spend
your time.
Photo creditCentre Phi
n a city known for

its
world-class
video game industry, it should come as
no surprise that Montreal is considered
North Americas digital arts capital. After
all, this is the home of
Ubisoft and Warner
Brothers Interactive.
In fact, Montreal not
only has an abundance

of talented indie studios creating some of the
best games on the
market, but also a
bunch of amazing
lighting effects and
sound
companies,
who are responsible
for many of the mindblowing
audiovisual experiences we
see at major events all

the time. To celebrate
our vibrant excellence
in digital creativity, Montreal is hosting
Digital Spring for a
second year in a row,
featuring the best
in local, national and
international digital
art in all its forms.
Cellphones:
harmful or
Helpful
Computer-video
games: the
modern art
Habs Game Report:

Scoring drought
ends Canadiens'
playoff run
page 4
page 6
page 19
-continued to page 2
Set a goal.
As lots of people say, beginnings are always
the hardest. However, simply setting a goal
is not very hard and it certainly is a
beginning for you to get motivated.
Be prepared for the weather.
The weather is really tricky during the
spring. Checking the weather before doing
an activity will certainly help you decide
what to do!
Keep your allergies under control.
If you have seasonal allergies and the spring
weather makes you sneezy and itchy,
consider joining a local gym or investing in
a treadmill until your allergies subside.
Less time online!
The only reason you should be online is if
you are looking for something to do during
spring.
Choose an activity that you enjoy.
This is the most important. If you choose
something you enjoy doing, you will want
to take the time out of your day to do it.
SPRING 2015 EDITION / VOL. III
2|SPRING NEWS
SPRING NEWS
Let's get digital!
Montreals $1 Croissant Festival
BY SYNDEN
HOPE-JOHNSTON, APRIL 8, 2015 , MONRTREAL BLOG
Photo cred it Sbastien Roy Dromos Maotik & Fraction SAT
o celebrate our vibrant

and effervescent excellence in digital creativity, Montreal is hosting Digital Spring for a second year
in a row, featuring the best
in local, national and international digital art in all its
forms.
From March 21 to
June 21, Digital Spring
is showcasing over 150
events including stunning
interactive spaces, visual
and sound performances,
immersive 3D experiences,
cutting-edge electronic music, installations, vernissages, conferences, as well as
art and industry networking
activities for both professionals and tourists alike.
Digital Spring also

hosts many festivals and
events
as
well
as MUTEK, ELEKTRA, C2
Montreal,Symposium IX,
and even Piknic Electronik
is an official partner. So if
you are looking for really cool things to do this
spring in Montreal and your
ears and eyeballs are craving some epic stimulation,
make sure to check out any
one of the awesome events
going on during Digital
Spring 2015.
Digital Spring runs
from March 21 June 21
2015.
Visit Digital Spring website for the complete program.
http://printempsnumerique.info/
Spring Trivia and Facts!

1.
2.
3.
The first day of spring is

called the vernal equinox. The
term vernal is Latin for 4.
spring and equinox is Latin
for equal night.
The fall and spring equinoxes are the only two times
during the year when the sun
rises due east and sets due 5.
west.
The first day of spring in
the Southern Hemisphere is the
first day of fall in the Northern

Hemisphere.
If Earth rotated on an axis
perpendicular to the plane of its
orbit around the sun rather
than on a 23.4 tilt, there would
be no variation in day lengths
and no variation in seasons .
The early Egyptians built
the Great Sphinx so that it
points directly toward the rising sun on the spring equinox .
BY JEREMY
HAZAN APRIL 9, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
ho likes croissants?
You like croissants?
No not crescents, thats a
street or a phase of the
moon, Im taking about
CROO-ASS-ONS. Well I
have some great news for
you fans of the flaky, buttery, crispy treats. Montreal
now has a croissant festival.
Thats right the city known
for its food festivals has added yet another to celebrate a
breakfast staple that really
does deserve its own moment in the spotlight.
During La Fte Du
Croissant, a number of local
bakeries and pastry shops
will be offering croissants for
$1 staring April 25th. Heres
your chance to settle the age
old question, who has the
best croissants in town.
Okay, fine thats not an age
old question but its still
worth knowing.
Here are some of the participating shops:

Mr. Pinchot
4354 Rue De Brebeuf Rue
Arhoma
15, Place Simon-Valois
1700 rue Ontario Est
Plougastel
6527 Boul St-Laurent
Fous Desserts
809 Av. Laurier Est
Le Ptit Atelier
93 Rue Rachel Ouest
Les CoPains dabord

1965, rue Mont-Royal Est
2727, rue Masson
418, rue Rachel Est
Maison Christian Faure

355, Place Royale,
Marie Pain
8990, Sherbrooke Est
La Petite Boulangerie
1412, rue Fleury Est
Montreal is installing massive Floating

Glowing Clouds at Quartier Des
Spectacles for the Summer
by HANNAH KORBEE, APRIL 22, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
ontreal loves art. Just

look at the amazing
sculptures, festivals and installations that happen on
the regular. You cant deny
it, and why would you even
want to? Living in a city,
rich in culture and spectacle,
opens your eyes to the unknown. The only problem is
that seeing all of these incredible things all the time,
it can sometimes take a lot
to wow us. From May 7th
through October 4th, Montreal will be host to an incredible floating installation.
The piece, entitled 1.26
and is set to float over Place

milie-Gamelin in the
Quartier des Spectacles. The
artist, Janet Echelman, has
already shared this piece in
Denver, Sydney, Amsterdam and Singapore, and is
now making her Canadian
debut in Montreal.
This
piece
is literally a floating, illuminated work. It reacts to the
wind and light around it.
The piece is meant to reflect the beauty of the cityscape that surrounds it,
highlighting the citys diverse architecture.
3|SPRING NEWS
Montreals Free Musical Swings At Quartier Des Spectacles Are Back

BY SYNDEN
HOPE-JOHNSTON, MARCH 24, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
ne of the many joys of springtime in Montreal, apart from the melting snow and the ability to, you know, stand outside comfortably, is
being able to swing outside in the heart of the
city.
Making their triumphant return this year are the

musical swings at Quartier des Spectacles, marking the start of
festival season in Montreal. Custom-made for the Promenade
des Artistes, the 21 Balanoires installation has been a huge
success since their inception two years ago. So much so,
there is a widely circulated meme that Montreal has swings
for bus stops.
While the swings are located right next to Place des
Arts metro station, they are not in fact the bus stop, so I
dont recommend using them while you wait because you
will miss your bus, but if you do have a little time to kill and
have always fancied yourself as a bit of musician, swinging
sets off musical notes, and together form a melody.
21 Balanoires will be installed as of April 8 but will
only last until June 1, so make sure you get your swing on
before its too late.
Swing into spring.

Photo credit printempsnumerique.info
Montreals 2015 Jazz Fest Is Back June 26th

BY JEREMY
HAZAN MARCH 25, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
Photo creditmontrealjassfestival.com
he Festival Internationale de Jazz de Montreal is the biggest of

its kind in the whole world. With over 3000 artists from 30
different countries performing nearly 650 concerts all packed into
10 crazy days, its no wonder this Montreal event holds an official
Guinness world record.
This year will be no different and the official dates have
already been announced. The 36th edition of the Jazz Fest will be
starting June 26th and will run until July 5th.
Like every year, we can expect street closures downtown
for the dozens of free shows that will be open to the public from
noon to midnight every day. Be sure to stay tuned for the official
list
For more info, you can check Jazz Fests web page:
http://www.montrealjazzfest.com/default-en.aspx
Montreals Saint-Catherine Street Closed Off To Cars For Summer 2015
by HANNAH KORBEE, APRIL 21, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
ormally when you hear that a street is closing, your thoughts generally turn to the negative. Youll think about changing bus routes and
construction dust clogging up your lungs all
summer long. However this, my friends, is a good announcement!
This year, Saint Catherines Street will once again be closed
from Saint Hubert to Papineau to host the annual Aires Libres! Aires Libres will be held from April 30th to September
7th, providing us with activities and installations for the
whole of Summer 2015!
Aires Libres is a festival that celebrates both visual and per-
formance art installations, coupled with

the lively Gay community in Montreal to
celebrate Pride and
other related events.
This year Aires Libres
will
be
hosting
Montreal
Pride, The Montreal Photo creditMontreal Pictures
Fetish Weekend, FIMA and of course our favorite Boules
Roses, or the Pink Balls installation!
4|OPINION
OPINION
Cell phones: helpful or harmful?

by TIMOTHY LLAMERA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Along with their books and school

supplies, many students make their daily trip
to school with their trusty cell phones. These
pocket-sized tools can do anything from making a standard phone call to surfing the web.
Their presence present a host of options and
challenges for today's students. Cell phones
can be helpful academic tools, or harmful academic disruptions depending how they are
used.
Cell phones can negatively affect the
lives of students, specifically their health and
education. Students often use their phones to
play games and to chat and gossip with
friends. This is one reason why they do not
have enough time to study. In fact, students
are often more interested in wasting time on
mobile phones than in spending it on studying. Also, many daily accidents happen because of cell phones. In addition to accidents,
cell phones can also have a negative impact
on health. Several studies conducted by the
health experts have shown their impact on

health. However, mobile devices can also affect students in positive ways. Students can
use their cell phones to become better organized by recording upcoming assignments and
organizing their weekday or weekend schedules. Students can also use their cell phones as
planners. In addition, they can become more
knowledgeable by using their cell phones to
gain instant access to surf the internet. In other words, cell phones also have a positive impact on students study habits.
All in all, cell phones are increasingly
one of the most popular devices for accessing
information. What stands out from recent
research is the increasing use of interactive,
multiuser functions which can be both disruptive and beneficial during study. However, in
my opinion, these devices are undeniably convenient, helpful tools for studying and can be
a hurtful source of distraction depending on a
student.
Got any ideas or

opinions? Let your
voice be heard! Be
part of the
St. Laurent Express
Team!
If you are interested in
joining the St. Laurent
Express Team, just
come to Rm 117 during
lunch time, or talk to
Mr. Joseph-Mitchell
Marques.
Our opinion writers:
Timothy Llamera
Marc Angelo Dela Cruz
Revie Fugaban
Kreztorv Fugaban
For more information about
the school publication, visit
stlaurentexpress.weebly.com
or talk to Mr. Marques at Rm
117. Hope to hear from you
soon!
Censorship: What is it?

by MARC ANGELO DELA CRUZ, SEC IV MATH STUDENT
In todays society there is an

issue of whether or not certain topics
that arent fully accepted by our culture
should have set restrictions on them to
prevent any individuals from being offended. The ideal concept that everyone
in a given group should conform to the
same views has come about as a result
of a process commonly known as censorship. Censorship can oppress individual minds as well as the social opinions and beliefs of the time. Censorship
is all about perspective. Whether you
are an over the top strict parent or a
care-free kid who wants to let it all
hang out, censorship will always be a
topic of heated debate. Both sides have

their pros and cons. Religious conflicts
can often be avoided by the censorship
of certain images and opinions that
people deem insulting or offensive.
Censorship can be used to prevent politically motivated propaganda, slander,
and plagiarism. It prevents companies
from spreading inaccurate or exaggerated claims about their products or about
other companies. However, for every
argument in favor of strict censorship,
there is another argument against it.
You can probably see that this topic is
largely a matter of degree. The questions that censorship boards need to ask
themselves are what is the rationale

behind the censorship? Are we censoring the media as per that rationale? Is
the media being allowed to display
what it ought to display? Are they
showing things that people want to or
need to know about? Censorship is a
double-edged sword. An absence of
censorship might not be a good idea, as
this can lead to chaos or worse. However, this doesn't mean that the government should be allowed to use censorship for its own ends by suppressing
dissent. Ours is a democratic nation,
yet has more censorship than most nations. Thats the irony.
5|OPINION
Bilingualism: pourquoi cest important

by KREZTORV FUGABAN, SEC V MATH STUDENT
reality that we live in a place where bilingualism and multiculturalism are widespread. But why should we still discuss
this issue? Because it involves us in helping to shape a better
community. Regardless of your mother tongue, either English or French, we are all equal. Therefore, our primary goal
is to encourage everyone to practice both English and
French. Moreover, the main value in learning a new language is opening new doors. By learning another language,
you understand its people and its culture. Many claim that
learning a new language abolishes their culture but the truth
is, bilingualism preserves cultures and helps build better
societies. In fact, it enhances not only reasoning and problem-solving but job opportunities as well. Then why should
we close the door being opened for us? This only leads to
reducing our options in life. We must take advantage of
what we have. Although it seems hard to forget history,
since it is already an irreversible scar on our heart, let us
face the future, live the reality, and make our own together.
As the saying goes, United we stand, divided we fall. Bilingualism has a beneficial impact on our province. It opens
many opportunities. We must not keep our mind closed up
in a box. Learning a language is not hard, Where theres a
will, theres a way, Our problem is not the lack of knowing; it is the lack of doing. Let us try to be open-minded
as this will lead us in shaping a better society.
Bonjour! Hi!, we hear such expressions everyday

in Montreal. Bilingualism is not a new topic in our community since most of us speak both English and French. Being
bilingual has many benefits as already proven by many
studies. For instance, it has been shown that, compared to
their monolingual peers, bilingual children are better able to
focus their attention on relevant information and to ignore
irrelevant distractions. However, it is sad to say in other P.S. Let me clarify, I am not only encouraging you to be bilingual, being multilinplaces, for some reason, language still acts as a barrier to gual is even better.
improving our society. Many people still do not accept the
Why manner matters?

by REVIE FUGABAN, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Many of us walking around today must have had

the experience of someone bumping into us and then simply
walking away without even saying excuse me. Well not to
be biased, but some of them may have been in an emergency situation and could not stop as they had no time to
waste. However, in many other cases, whatever else they
are doing, they were not in such a rush. In fact, we can usually judge whether a such a person was in an urgent situation or not. It is true that it gets a bit annoying to see a rude
person acting as if nothing has happened especially when
ones feelings or toes get trod on.
How can we deal with situations like this? Well, we
can simply try to exercise good manners. Good manners are
important and when exercised, people will treat each other
with love, appreciation, and respect. Good manners usually
begin at home, and are later developed and refined in the
community, especially at school and at work. One of the

most common ways in which we can exercise good manners is in how we convey ourselves when we speak. We
should speak carefully and try always to choose the right
words so as not to offend or anger others. Humbleness and
self-discipline are some contributing factors in maintaining
good manners. Good manners can be applied in many situations, from how we eat to how we treat our fellows. Just
trying to obey our parents is an example of good manners.
In conclusion, being rude is not a good characteristic. Its not a way to solve problems; its a way to create
them. Good manners are useful in all kinds of circumstances. They help use gain respect and friends. Remember, we
have the freedom to choose between good and bad so lets
avoid bad manners and grab every opportunity to do good
because doing good will not result in bad.
6|LITERARY SECTION
LITERARY SECTION
Computer-video games: the modern art

by GEORGI SAMSONOV, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Should we consider
video games to be forms of
modern art?
This question has
lead to many debates in
artistic circles. Although,
many arguments have been
presented few clear answers
have emerged. Presently for
a creation to be acclaimed
as an "artistic creation" it
must receive the approval
of a group of art critics who
hold the power to declare
the work of one artist a
master piece and that of
another a banality. For example, although Picassos
geometrical creations or
Malevichs black square are
considered master works,
the perfect recreations of
atmosphere, physics, and

emotions using digital technology are not considered
worthy of serious attention.
There's another belief that works of art are
sources of aesthetic but not
financial enrichment. Such
a belief is absurd. Did Michelangelo paint St. Peters
basilica for free? What
about Leonardo DaVinci
and Picasso? Those masters
sold their talents, creating
different painting for numerous clients. Therefore,
this argument is invalid.
Let's face facts.
Computer-video games are
a form of modern art, the
art of the digital century.
As the machine age gave
A Spring Poem
by ADOLF ROBIN ROSILLA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Waking up, going back to

sleep
Ignoring the alarm
Coz of dreams that are so
deep
Getting late and complaining
How beautiful it is to continue sleeping,
That was winter for us but
not anymore.
Coldness comes and goes
Temperatures high and a
little low.
Witnessing changes
Like what weve seen before;
Flowers blooming, trees

growing;
Snow melting, roads clearing;
Warmth rising, rain falling;
Rinks closing, parks opening.
Giving us a warm welcome,
Better days and a good outcome.
Time changes in order,
The suns sets late,
Yet summers around the
corner.
I cannot wait.
Warmer days, clearer sights.
Longer days, shorter nights.
birth to the art of cinematography, the digital age

has given birth to virtual
reality. Gaming creates
new experiences, new paths
for innovation and experimentation which is accessible to the general public as
a whole. Those who think
otherwise are living in the
past. Instead of rejecting it
should embrace it.
Let me clarify myself. Just as not all paintings should be considered
works of art, nor should all
games be considered works
of art. However, that is not
to say that there are not
digital creations that should
not be considered true master pieces.
Literary facts:
1. The best-selling book
of all time is The Bible.
2. John Steinbecks original manuscript for Of
Mice and Men was eaten by his dog.
3. The band U2 borrowed a chapter title
in Lord of the Flies to
name one of their songs.
4. John Milton used
8,000 different words in
his poem, "Paradise
Lost."
Find out more at:
http://
www.huffingtonpost.co
m/oliver-tearle/
fascinating-literaryfacts_b_4368760.html
Secondary V English Students

Suggestions
A gym for sports activities would be awesome.

Sports club? Its cool isn't it? Not only for the sporty
students, but also for those who want to be sporty!
A clinic or nurse for our school is very necessary in
case of emergencies.
Field trips for students would be great to explore and
learn more.
An adult graduation ball
An art class would be interesting. It would help students discover talents they never knew they had and
enable others to further refine their artistic skills.
A debating club could encourage students to develop
their reasoning, communication and critical thinking
skills.
A dance club would give students a place to practice
their dancing skills especially with summer approaching!
As spring comes to an end, a cooking class would be
an ideal way to prepare for summer vacation.
7|LITERARY SECTION
Love poems
by ADOLF ROBIN ROSILLA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
I still remember the time,

the time when I first saw
you.
My heart skipped a beat,
I felt the sudden heat.
Freezing heart of mine has
melted.
That's when thinking of you
started.
I still remember the time,
the time when we first went
out.
I was holding your arms
tightly
letting you know that
I love you truly, madly,
deeply.
"I love you" I let you knew.
"I miss you" when our
distance grew.
I had no one to hold on to.
I can't see you anymore.
Please let me, once more.
I can't reach you any longer.
How long should I suffer.
I welcomed you with open
pieces but you ignored me.
arms, with tiny pieces of my
You left me hanging.
I picked them up, showing
back. You just left yours on
Do you still remember those

times?
those times when I'm looking for you,
those times when I need
you.
Do you still remember the
time,
the time when there's nothing I can do,
no one to chase, no one to
talk to
because there's no more you.
you that broken things still
the ground.
broken heart.
work.
I was alone while putting it
I lost my balance, I fell
I lend some to you, hoping
down. I broke it again, I
that one day you'll help me
think it's done. You were
put them back together.
gone.
I was happy, we're building
I broke down.
it back. Not that strong, but

can stand on its own.
I wasn't done yet, we still
hold some pieces in our tiny
I picked up my pieces again,

with my blurry eyes.
I put them in a box, hoping
that someday, someone will
I know a girl
a girl who befriends everyone
a girl who treats everyone
equal
and can be liked by anyone
I know a girl
a girl that I started to like
a girl that made my heart
skip a beat
and made my feelings starts
to hype
I know a girl
a girl who's good in everything she does
a girl who works hard
and finish everything she
must
I know a girl
a girl that I've said I love you
a girl who says no
I don't want to
Anonymous similes
I know a girl
a girl who made me sad
a girl that breaks my heart
and made my heart gone
mad
...I knew a girl
School is like a rock; its hard to get through
I know a girl
a girl that smiles a lot
a girl that makes me happy
even though I'm not
hands.
help me build them back.
I was putting my own
by a STUDENT SEC 3 ENGLISH /TEACHER: MR. STUART CHAPELL
Women are like construction workers; they take hours to

build the perfect face.
Women are like guide books; you need to read them to
understand.
School is like a prison at times; you have to wait for the
bell to ring to eat.
Happiness is like medicine; it relieves and eases pain.
I like you so much that I

want you to be my Minnie
I could be Donald, and you
will be Daisy.
I will be Mario, and you'll
be Princess Peach
I'll go through any castles
until you're in my reach.
If you'll be Hello Kitty
please never say good bye.
If I will be Pinocchio
calm down, I will never lie.
If I will be Link, please be
my Zelda
I hate vampires, but can
you be my Bella?
If I will be your Superman,
you will be my Kryptonite.
I will keep you safe through
the day and the night.
Fate is like the wind; you never know when its coming
and which way it will take you.
Friendship is like a jewel; it is so precious and valuable that
you want to keep it for ever.
Love is like a tree; we can only know how strong it is if it is
still standing after a storm.
Life is like a book; we are its author and it is up to us to
choose the title, the contents, and the genre.
Men are to women like a hair in the eye; they annoy the
crap out of them.
8|LITERARY SECTION
MEET THE TEACHERS AND STAFFS

Ms. Lisa Parente
by KREZTORV FUGABAN, SEC V MATH STUDENT
Ms. Lisa graduated from McGill University with a

degree in Biology and got her Teachers degree from Universit de Montral. Presently, she teaches individualized
Math in Room 116. Although she prefers teaching Science,
it does not make any difference to her since her teaching
style does not change. In her opinion, a teacher must have
patience to motivate students to succeed, and that is one of
her greatest virtues. Her words for students are Dont
give up. Keep going. Everyone have the potential to succeed.
Ms. Darlene Staines

by KYLA ISAAC, SEC IV MATH STUDENT
Do you have a problem at school or do you want

some information about our school? Meet our Student Supervisor, Ms. Darlene! You can find her in the administration office everyday and be sure not to be late or else you
will have to sign-up on her list of late students!
However, we will not update you about the school
this time yet we will inform you about Ms. Darlenes short
biography. Born here in Montreal with her four sisters,
where there are diverse cultures, her family background is

Irish, Amerindian, and English! Just to let you know, she
loves playing dart. Moreover, if you have any problems
concerning your attendance, you can also talk to her however be sure to come to school everyday.
Ms. Kathleen Lopresti

by ANNE-MARIE ALLISON, SEC IV MATH STUDENT
Do you have any concerns about school? Well,

dont worry, all you have to do is to approach one of our
secretaries, Ms. Kathleen Lopresti. She can help you with
your problems anytime. Just drop by the office and ask her
about your problem!
Ms. Kathleen was born in Montreal, Quebec. Her
family background is Italian and French. She works in the
office as a secretary, helping to manage the school files,
letters, answering telephone calls, and other basic office
work. Of course, shes also ready to help students concerning their school issues. On a more personal note, Ms. Kathleen says that her greatest happiness comes from seeing her
son in good condition, for he is her main issue in life. As
long as he is good, I am happy she says.
High School, for the second time

by MOHAMMED ABOU EL ROUS , SEC. V ENGLISH STUDENT
The first time I was in high

school, I didnt have to study as hard as
I do now at St. Laurent Adult Centre.
At that time, Id often skip classes and
just get the notes from a classmate. Id
study for exams the day before. Sometime, Id just guess the answers if I had
to and still Id often get a perfect mark.
However, now Im in high school for
the second time, I need to be more attentive. The lectures are more complex.
They are filled with more information
and ideas and I have to use my time
responsibly and take advantage to good
study habits. In fact, I have completely
transformed the way I study since I was
in my first high school. At St. Laurent,
I am learning, many new things and I
am enjoying myself. Nevertheless, these changes have required a lot of selfcontrol and practice. I have changed
my entire approach to learning. I study
more, pay closer attention and push
myself harder in order to succeed.
Starting high school for the

second time affected mainly my study
habits. The first couple of months at St.
Laurent went smoothly and I felt that I
was adjusting fine. I knew that St. Laurent would be different from my first
school and I attended classes regularly
and always took notes during lectures.
However, when the mid-term exam
schedule was posted, I realized that I
needed to manage my time better and
to be more consistent in my study habits. The mid-term exams really caused
me to change my mindset. I designated
certain days as study days during
which I would study all of my subjects
in the hope of improving my
knowledge. I also realized that I hadnt
been paying enough attention during
class. Sometimes, I would text during
class and would let my mind drift off. I
realized that this contributed to my
declining grades. Eventually, being
more attentive helped me improve my
grades.
Finally, the biggest difference
between St. Laurent and my first high
school is that St. Laurent really helps
the students to become better prepared
for the new material. My first high
school did not provide free tutoring,
but here at St. Laurent we have devoted tutors and teachers. Do not hesitate
to ask for help. Even if you are an independent type student, you have to step
out of your comfort zone and seek
help. For instance, when Im in the
reading club, I ask questions. Ive
learned to ask for help when I need it.
In this way, I know that I will improve.
It seems like Im always comparing my first and second high
schools, because there are so many
similarities and differences. Making
these comparisons have helped me to
change my lifestyle. Even though I
sometimes slip and fall, I know I have
to get back up and keep trying.
9|LITERARY SECTION
School Life is the best time in Human Life The advantage of going back to school
by ROSILYN GUERRERO, SEC IV ENGLISH STUDENT
by HIBA ABD ALJABAR, SEC IV ENGLISH STUDENT
School life is a very important part of human life because it provides discipline and opportunity to study. Aside
from these, school life is a preparatory stage for entering the
public world. School activities play an important role in widening the outlook of the students and developing virtues such
as perseverance, sincerity, truthfulness, tolerance, discipline
and obedience. It is a meeting place for students and teachers
where students learn to adjust to their society. Moreover,
teachers act as guides to lead them on the right track.
In school, teachers try to remove bad habits from
students by implanting good manners and right conduct
which sometimes makes them feel that they are bound by too
many rules and regulations. Yet students who care about their
studies keep themselves up to date and make every effort to
attend classes whether they want to or not, because attendance is mandatory and their marks depend on it! That is why
school is the right place for pursuing youthful dreams.
School can definitely have a healthy influence on
human life, but some students still indulge in bad habits and
do not obey their teachers. Although, I do too sometimes I try
never to miss the chance to take advantage of school while I
am young
Above all, I would like to mention: In the cookie of
life, school and teachers are the chocolate chips that make
life sweet, surprising, and yummy. I would like to thank my
teachers for inspiring me in my everyday life.
There are many advantages to going back to

school and getting a degree. Finishing high school will
help you advance to a higher level and pursue a more satisfying a career, which in turn will have an impact on how
much you earn later on in life.
Having a high school diploma is one way to reach
your dreams, fulfill your desires and attain your goals. Say
you have a job that pays your bills but does not fulfill your
dreams. Going back to school will give a chance to realize
your dreams by getting a new job. It will also help boost
your confidence. Moreover, going back to school is a great
opportunity for immigrants who have decided to come to
Canada and start a new life. It gives them not only a valuable chance to explore the history and communities making up their new culture but also valuable time to learn the
languages in which they will live. Moreover, they can
make new friends to help them feel like they belong to a
community and to avoid feelings of alienation.
Going back to school is like a revolution in ones
life. It is a great chance to create a new career, realize new
dreams, make new friends and build a new life.
Message from the Science Department

IRENA NAJDOWSKI, SEC V PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY TEACHER
Spring has sprung! Warm weather is

slowly creeping in. The school year 2014-2015
has been a spectacular year for many students
at St. Laurent. For some students the spring
session may be their final session before going
to CEGEP or a trade school, for others the
end of one level of their studies before proceeding to the next level at St. Laurent.
For Lunar Eclipses this has also been
a spectacular year. Lunar eclipses occur when
there is a full moon and the earths shadow
blocks the suns light from directly reaching
the moons surface. This can only happen
when sun, earth and moon are aligned to from
an almost or an exact straight line, and the
earth is in the middle, between the sun and the
moon. When the sun, earth and moon are not
perfectly aligned, you may only get a partial or
no eclipse at all.
What made this year special in terms
of lunar eclipses was the Montreals caught a
glimpse of a total lunar eclipse on April 4,
2015. A total lunar eclipse is commonly
known as Blood Moon, because the moon appears a deep blood red. The deep blood red
coloring occurs because the earths atmosphere refracts or bends the longer wavelengths
of the suns light, the color red, whilst it blocks
or removes the shorter wavelengths of other
colors, and thus indirectly lights up the moons
surface as blood red. It was the shortest recorded total lunar eclipse this century, lasting
less than 10 minutes. However, because of
where Montreal is located on earth, you could
only see a small part of the blood red moon.
The news is that on September 28, 2015, you
will be able to see the complete Blood Moon in
Montreal. You can safely observe this total
lunar eclipse with the naked and unaided eye,
i.e. no special equipment is required. You cannot do this with the solar eclipses. If you stare
directly at the sun during a solar eclipse you
can do considerable damage to your eyes and/
or become blind. To find out more about solar
eclipses be sure to get a copy of the Fall Edition 2015 of the St. Laurent Express.
St. Laurent
Theatre
Are you interested in
theatrical play? Join the
St. Laurent Theatre
now! The St. Laurent
Theatre was organized
by Ms. Lisa Parente.
For more information
and inquiries, please do
not hesitate to ask Ms.
Lisa in Rm 116 or in
the Teachers lounge
during lunch time.
Visit the St. Laurent
Theatre Channel!
Search for St-Laurent
Theatre Group on YouTube
or use the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/
channel/
UC2LvD2r56T1P0iakgiB2qg
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10|LITERARY SECTION
English Secondary 5s Theatre Experience: Triplex Nervosa

by REYNA ANGUSTIA LOUISE OMICTIN, ENGLISH SEC V STUDENT
Education is not merely being confined within the

four corners of the classroom but also through certain experiences, one may find outside its boundaries. And this is
what Mr. Joseph Marques Secondary 5 English class have
proven after a delightful Montreal theatre experience featuring Marianne Ackermans Triplex Nervosa, last April 29,
2015 at the Centaur Theatre.
The comedy play is all about a young woman, Tass
who has a promising musical career yet left everything to
acquire a Triplex located at the Mile End part of Montreal.

However, life starts to turn its back towards her as she starts
having trouble keeping the place together as her tenants and
the Hassidic previous owner of the triplex would not cooperate with her needs financially. Being left with no option,
she conspires with her handy-man to make one tenants life
difficult in order to kick him out of the triplex. Things started to get serious when they encounter a very dreadful dilemma involving a crime making a way for Tass to realize the
trouble she gets from the Triplex. Eventually,
after the turmoil, she decides to pursue her
love for music and sell her triplex therefore
putting everything back into its proper place.
Although most of the students were
first-timers, the play was in effect a very helpful learning tool to better understand drama
and theatre as an art and a literary masterpiece. Not only that, it was an avenue for
them to appreciate literature and embrace its
colors without just having to read and analyze
a play through books but also grasps its actual
form.
In addition, Mr. Marques students
were able to apply what they have observed
from Triplex Nervosa to their own mini-plays
which they presented as one of the components of their final exams.
Canadian PoetJohn McRae

by GEORGI SAMSONOV, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
John McRae who was born on November 30, 1972 in Guelph, Ontario, was a
Canadian poet, physician, author, artist, and
soldier during the First World War. He was a
surgeon at the second battle of Ypres, in Belgium. When Britain declared war on the German empire, Canada being a dominion within
British empire automatically joined
the war in order to
protect the mother
country. One of the
men who sailed off
to fight the Great
War was John
McRae, a physicist
from McGill university. McRae was
appointed as brigade surgeon and
major, second in
command of the 1st
brigade of Canadian field artillery.
He treated the wounded during the second

battle of Ypres in 1915 (one of the battles that
brought fame to Canadian soldiers, helping to
create the Canadian army as it was the first
battle fought by Canadians and is today considered to have been a great victory).
McRae's friend, Alexis Helmer was
killed in the battle and his burial inspired Lt.
Colonel McRae in to writing "In Flanders
Field". On June 1, 1915 John McRae was ordered to set up No. 3 Canadian general hospital at Dannes-Camiers near Boulogne-Sur-Mer
in northern France. On January 28, 1918,
while still commanding No. 3 Canadian General hospital at Boulogne, McRae died of
pneumonia.
He
was
buried
in
the commonwealth war graves commission
section of Wimereux cemetery, just a couple of
kilometers up the coast of Boulogne, with full
military honors.
On May 3, 2015 hundreds took part in
the unveiling of a new statue in honor of John
McRae in Ottawa, commemorating the 100th
anniversary of poem in Flanders field.
In Flanders Fields
LIEUTENANT JOHN MCRAE
In Flanders fields the poppies

blow
Between the crosses, row on
row,
That mark our place: and in
the sky
The larks still bravely singing
fly
Scarce heard amid the guns
below.
We are the dead: Short days
ago,
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset
glow,
Loved and were loved: and
now we lie
In Flanders fields!
Take up our quarrel with the
foe
To you, from failing hands, we
throw
The torch: be yours to hold it
high
If ye break faith with us who
die,
We shall not sleep, though
poppies grow
In Flanders fields
11|FRENCH SECTION
FRENCH SECTION
Un vlo, une ville: Montral attendra
CAMILLE GAIOR, LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 11 MAI 2015
e nest pas cet t que les

Montralais verront des triporteurs Un vlo, une ville circuler dans les rues de la mtropole.
Sept ans aprs sa cration,
linitiative qui propose des balades
de plaisance gratuites aux ains par
des jeunes dcrocheurs a sduit une
quinzaine de municipalits, dont
Laval et Saint-Lambert.
Pour Montral, cest un peu plus
complexe, car cest une plus grande
ville, il y a des rglements, des
permis daffichage et des permis
pour circuler, explique Richard
Turgeon, directeur gnral dUn
vlo une ville. Le processus va tre
plus long, mais on risque dtre la
lanne prochaine.
Photo Agence QMI, Philippe-Olivier Contant
Place des Festivals : Mastro prend le contrle

CAMILLE GAIOR, LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 13 MAI 2015
oureux, conseillre aux communications au Quartier des

s jeudi, les passants pourront prendre le contrle
spectacles.
des 157 fontaines de la place des Festivals la
Lactivit gratuite sera propose au public des
manire dun chef dorchestre et faire bouger les jets deau
heures spcifiques et en soire du jeudi au dimanche, afin de
au rythme de la musique.
profiter des effets lumineux.
Grce une baguette et un lutrin quips de dtectMastro sera installe jusquau 31 mai et en rapeurs captant lamplitude et lintensit du mouvement, le chef
pel du 6 au 10 aot.
dorchestre pourra contrler les fontaines de la place des
Festivals et le volume de la musique.
On pouvait dj contrler les fontaines distance,

mais il fallait trouver une manire ludique et accessible de le
faire, a prcis Flix Dagenais dATOMIC3, qui a mis au
point Mastro.
Le public pourra ainsi grer 157 des 235 jets deau
de la place, dont certains peuvent atteindre jusqu 10
mtres de hauteur.
La programmation musicale prvoit quelques-uns
des morceaux de musique classique les plus connus tels que
Les Toradors de Bizet, Valse des fleurs de Tchakovski
et la Symphonie no. 5 de Beethoven.
Cest vraiment comme si les fontaines taient lorchestre et derrire, on a install un cran gant pour faire
comme sil y avait un public, dexpliquer Marie Lam-
Photo Courtoisie, Camille Gaor
O installer la glissade deau gante Montral?

JEAN-MAXIME BOURGOIN, LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 13 MAI 2015
Slide The City fera un saut Montral le 15

aot pour y installer, le temps dune journe, une glissade
deau gante de 304 mtres.
Les organisateurs nont toutefois pas dvoil le lieu
de la descente.
Lquipe du Journal sest amuse imaginer 12
endroits o la glissade deau gante pourrait tre installe.

Sur l'avenue du Parc devant les tams-tams
Sur la cte Berri
Sur la voie Camillien-Houde ou au Cimetire Mont-Royal
Sur le Pont Jacques-Cartier
Sur le Monstre la Ronde
12|FRENCH SECTION
La saison du vlo est arrive!

JOHANNE BLAIS, LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 19 AVRIL 2015
Avec la popularit croissante du vlo de route, de

montagne ou le cyclotourisme, on trouve de plus en plus de
cyclistes sur les routes et les sentiers durant la saison estivale. Selon Vlo Qubec, environ 3,1 millions dadultes auraient parcouru prs de 1 940 000 000 km en 2010(1). Mais,
avant de commencer une saison de vlo, il est important de
bien se prparer.
occasionner des blessures. Par exemple, une selle trop haute

ou un guidon trop bas peuvent favoriser une posture inadquate et ainsi augmenter les risques de blessures.
quipement
Troisimement, noubliez pas votre casque. Un

casque de vlo correctement ajust vite la tte dabsorber
la force de limpact dun accident, ce qui peut diminuer de
Comme pour toute autre activit physique, la pru- 85 % le risque de traumatisme crnien grave.
dence est de mise. En premier lieu, dbutez lentement, surFinalement, rappelez-vous quun bon quipement
tout si vous avez t plutt sdentaire durant la priode
choisi et ajust avec laide dun spcialiste en fonction de
hivernale. Le vlo nest pas un sport doux pour les articulavotre poids, votre taille, votre type de cyclisme (ville, camtions(2). Dailleurs, les blessures les plus frquentes sont
pagne, fort) et votre forme physique contribuera grandesans contredit les douleurs aux genoux, suivies des douleurs
ment vos performances et votre confort.
dorsales et cervicales.
Et si vous avez envie dun nouveau vlo, je vous
Cest pourquoi un effort physique progressif est prinvite consulter les numros de mars et avril 2015 de Vlo
conis pour permettre votre corps de sadapter et dviter
Mag. Vous trouverez toutes les informations utiles pour
les blessures. Il est de plus recommand de procder un
faire un choix clair en fonction du type de vlo que vous
court chauffement avant chaque priode dactivit phydsirez.
sique intense. Votre rythme cardiaque augmente progressivement, vos muscles et vos articulations sassouplissent, ce Je ne peux mempcher de vous rappeler que la scurit
qui aide rduire considrablement les risques de blessures. vlo commence par le respect du Code de la route et ladoption de comportements prventifs: ouvrir lil et sassurer
Deuximement, lajustement du vlo et le positiondtre vu(e)
nement du corps demeurent des facteurs dterminants de
prvention. En effet, un vlo mal ajust peut entraner un
Bonne saison de vlo!
mauvais positionnement du corps, ce qui, son tour, peut
Ces belles barbes que vous aimez tant pourraient contenir des particules dexcrments
Jaimerais...
JANVIER DOYON , LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 4 MAI 2015
MOHAMMED ABOU EL ROUS , TUDIANT DANGLAIS SEC V
Mauvaises nouvelles pour les adeptes de la barbe! Le poil facial arbor

et tant ador par plusieurs pourrait contenir des particules fcales.
Oui, japprcie les
mois dhiver et aussi
sa dure
Jadore la lumire
actuelle de laube
Jaime avoir le sentiment dair fraia qui
frappe le visage ainsi
que les mains.
Jadore le vent qui
secoue les arbres.
Jaime la neige que
le vent dtache en
petits paquets qui
tombent devant moi
sur le chemin.
Jadmire lherbe dcolore qui se re-
couvre de givre.
Je suis fascin par
des vauges du lac qui
se fondent dans lambiance glace.
Jaime la vie mme
si je sais quelle est
rguilirement arrache ceux dont je
moccupe et quelle
continuera forcment un jour sans
moi.
Jaime mon ancien
mtier et les gens
quil me permet de
rencontrer et plus
tard, jaimerais
Cest du moins ce qua rvl une rcente tude mene par Action 7
News en collaboration avec le microbiologiste John Golobic de chez
Quest Diagnostics, au Nouveau-Mexique.
Pour raliser ltude, le laboratoire a rcolt des chantillons de barbes de
plusieurs volontaires dans le but quils soient analyss pour en dterminer leur propret. Les rsultats nont pas impressionn.
Malgr le fait que certains chantillons ne contenaient que des bactries
considres comme normales, dautres contenaient des bactries comme
celles trouves dans des toilettes. Cest le genre de choses que lon
retrouverait dans des excrments humains, a dit John, en parlant des
rsultats des tests.
Mme si ce type de bactries ne rend pas malade, le microbiologiste sest
dit concern par les trouvailles.
Si des tests rvlaient de tels rsultats dans le systme deau potable dune ville, il faudrait quil soit ferm pour tre dsinfect, a affirm John.
Il recommande alors de laver sa barbe et ses mains rgulirement et dviter le contact des mains avec le visage le plus possible.
13|FRENCH SECTION
Une application pour dcouvrir l'histoire Une camra volante tout

de Montral
spcialement cre pour prendre
ANNE-MARIE PROVOST, JOURNAL 24H, 27 AVRIL 2015
MONTRAL - Une application

sera disponible le 25 juin pour
dcouvrir plusieurs difices et
lieux historiques du VieuxMontral et du Vieux-Port.
patrimoniaux.
Les utilisateurs pourront avoir

accs plusieurs images d'poque et des descriptions, et un
commentaire disponible en qualabore par Montral en his- tre langues accompagnera leur
toire, l'application sera offerte visite.
pour les tlphones intelligents et L'application a t ralise en un
les tablettes. Le prsident de an et demi et a cot environ
Montral en histoire, Martin 800 000 $. Elle fait partie d'un
Laviolette, a expliqu qu'elle vaste projet de Montral en hispermettra de suivre un parcours toire, dont un moulin images
techno-historique compos attendu pour mai 2016 et qui
d'une douzaine de lieux en r- constituera le legs de l'organisme
alit augmente et de 50 lieux pour les 375 ans de Montral.
Pepsi abandonne laspartame

JOURNAL MTRO, 25 AVRIL 2015
Le groupe agroalimentaire amricain PepsiCo a annonc vendredi abandonner lutilisation de laspartame dans la
production de ses boissons sans
sucre et sans calories. Lancien
dulcorant star sera remplac
notamment par la sucralose.
teurs sur les risques quils prsentent pour la sant.

Laspartame est particulirement au centre de controverses. Certaines tudes
laccusent par exemple dtre
cancrigne, ce que rejette CocaCola.
Cette dcision concerne sa boisLes consommateurs,

son Pepsi dite et ne sapplique
eux, prfrent en consommer
pour linstant quaux Etats-Unis,
moins: les ventes des boissons
son premier march, est-il prcivedettes sans sucre fabriques
s dans un communiqu.
avec de laspartame (Coke dite
Les consommateurs de et Pepsi dite) ne cessent de
boissons sans sucre aux Etats- chuter. Elles ont baiss de prs
Unis nous ont fait savoir quils de 7% lan dernier.
voulaient du Pepsi dite sans
Nous reconnaissons
aspartame et nous allons leur en
que les gots des consommateurs
proposer, a expliqu Seth Kaufsont en train de changer, a dman, un des responsables de la
clar vendredi M. Kaufman.
division Boissons de la marque
Les deux gants de boisen Amrique du Nord.
sons se sont galement tourns
Cette dcision intervient
vers des dulcorants de source
dans un contexte difficile pour
naturelle comme la stevia, une
PepsiCo et Coca-Cola, dont les
plante forte capacit dulcoranventes de sodas patinent en raite mais au got de rglisse.
son des craintes des consomma-
des selfies
ANDR PLOQUIN, LE JOURNAL DE MONTRAL, 14 MAI 2015
Photo Le Journal de Montral
Le bton goportraits est dj un accessoire

dpass. Place Lily, une camra volante conue
tout spcialement pour les selfies.
Malgr ses airs de drone, Antonie Balaresque - le
prsident de lentreprise derrire sa cration - prcise en entrevue avec Mashable que laspect camra de linvention est davantage mis de lavant.
Lengin compact et pesant un peu plus dun kilo
est, en effet, muni de deux camras de 720 et
1080p.
La Lily vient galement avec un mouchard que
lutilisateur peut porter sur lui. Ce dernier permet
linvention de pointer ses camras sur lutilisateur
lorsque la Lily est en vol. En collaboration avec le
logiciel de reconnaissance faciale interne qui permet aux camras de bien cerner le visage du
modle, la Lily tentera de prendre des goportraits
poustouflants lors de chaque envole.
Bien que la camra est toujours en dveloppement,
lentreprise prend dj des prcommandes.
Lily devrait se vendre autour de 1000$, mais est
actuellement offerte moiti prix pour les fanas
dgoportraits dsirant dj rserver leur exemplaire de la camra.
Dtails sur lily.camera
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Venez la page 17 pour voir les horaires de notre tutrice
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http://www.francaisfacile.com/
http://www.francaisauthentique.com/
http://www.lepointdufle.net/
Aussi, vous pouvez tlchargez HelloTalk , un application
qui peut vous aider en franais.
14|ST. LAUARENT EXPRESS TEAM
ST. LAURENT EXPRESS TEAM
Fall Edition
Journalists:
Samantha Z.
Kyla Isaac
Mary Jane Talinio
Vilma Nacis
Date Published:
November 11th 2014
Layout Editor:
Samantha Z.
Winter Edition
Kreztorv Fugaban
Journalists:
Kyla Isaac
Barbara Adokai Adoquaye
Veronika Fendler
Vilma Nacis
Marc Angelo Dela Cruz
Date Published:
February 14th 2015
Layout Editor:
Kreztorv F.
A letter from the Layout Artist/Journalist, Kreztorv P. Fugaban

Dear fellow schoolmates,
With the launching of the third edition of the St. Laurent Express news publication, please accept on behalf of our
Chief Editor, Mr. Joseph-Mitchell Marques, and all the members of our team, our sincerest greetings as we welcome the
Spring season. In bringing you information for every season, notifying you about school events, and discussing issues related to the concerns of all students, always keep in mind that we, the St. Laurent Express team will try our best to keep
you informed and to be your voice. We invite you to join and participate, in growing our team!
The St. Laurent Express news publication was founded by Mr. Joseph-Mitchell Marques. The first edition was
published last November 11th 2014. The first journalists were Samantha Z., Kyla Isaac, Mary Jane Talinio, and Vilma
Nacis. Since then our team has grown with the addition of Barbara Adokai Adoquaye, Veronika Fendler, Marc Angelo
Dela Cruz, and Kreztorv Fugaban. The second edition was published during the winter season on February 14 th 2015,
again with the help of new members, and the administration. We now bring you the latest school news updates with this
Spring edition of our school news publication. We hope you enjoy reading it!
15|ST. LAUARENT EXPRESS TEAM
Names (from left to right, bottom to top):

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Mr. Joseph-Mitchell Marques

Mr. Tom Patrick
Ms. Kyla Isaac
Ms. Vilma Nacis
Ms. Barbara Adokai Adoquaye
Mr. Kreztorv P. Fugaban
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Mr. Marc Angelo Dela Cruz

Ms. Revie Fugaban
Mr. Timothy Llamera
Mr. Carl Samoya
Mr. Dominique Laurier Ricci
Mr. Georgi Samsonov
16|HEALTH & LIFESTYLE
HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Morning Rituals You Should Adopt To Become A Healthier Better You
by YIOTA KIOULOS, APRIL 16, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
We all have morning rituals. Some are less produc- to bland dry oatmeal or steel cut oats. You can add double
tive than others and on some days we are willing to make
the heart of health by sprucing up your oatmeal with your
more of an effort than on other days. However, it is not nec- choice of fruits, almond milk, almond butter, cinnamon,
essary to overdo it. If you havent worked out in the morn-
and/or honey.
ing before, then you dont need to start now. Here are some
3. Take the time to make your lunch.
of my personal rituals. You might consider adopting them
It takes 10-12 minutes to put together a healthy lunch and
into your life.
snacks for the day. By taking this time to make your lunch it
also helps you stick to your diet and stay on track. Having
1. Wake up 15 minutes earlier than you
prepared meals or food sources on hand make this process
currently wake up.
much easier and faster. Sorry but microwave-able lunches
A study done by Harvard in 2008 found that those who were dont qualify as an easy, healthy lunch.
morning people had a higher career success and better paid
4. Add honey to your tea (or coffee).
wages in comparison to those who were not. Although ge-
A study published in the journal, Human Psychopharma-
netics plays a role in whether people are morning people or
cology: Clinical and Experimental found that people were
night owls, almost anybody can train their sleep cycle to
more productive when they added a source of sugar to a
shift at least an hour. Also, early morning sunlight is proven
source of caffeine than those who simply had a caffeine.
to lower a persons body mass index.
5. Drink white tea.
2. Eat oatmeal for breakfast.
instead of green tea, or black tea, or coffee. White tea comes
Oatmeal provides many benefits including stabilizing blood
from the same plant as does green tea and black tea but re-
sugars, providing energy to the brain and of course, can re-
quires no fermentation process so it contains the most anti-
duce LDL (bad cholesterol). It is important to stay away
oxidants of them all! White tea can boost the breakdown of
from packaged oatmeal that are very high in sugars and stick fat due to its high levels of EGCG properties.
A good way to prevent cancer: Eat your fruits and vegetables

by SUZZANNE ALLARD LEVINGSTON, FEBRUARY 12, 2015, THE WASHINGTON POST,
The best advice

for cancer prevention is to do
what your mom always told
you: Eat your fruit and vegetables, get some exercise and
keep that weight in a healthful range, says Stephen
Hursting, a professor of nutrition at the University of
North Carolina at Chapel
Hill.
Here are recommendations from nutrition ex-
perts for a balanced diet that will serve

you well for avoiding a variety of diseases.
at lots of leafy, colorful fruit and

vegetables. Theyre full of antioxidants substances that help repair cell
damage and may help prevent some
kinds of cancer. These foods also have
anti-inflammatory components that
might play a role in fighting cancer.
Red, orange and yellow pigments of an
antioxidant class called carotenoids are
17|HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

thought to be particularly important
and are found in such foods as carrots,
sweet potatoes and peppers. Tomatoes
have shown some benefits
against prostate cancer, says Walter
Willett, chair of the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public
Health.
and obesity and related cancers.

pt for lean protein. Find protein in
foods such as nuts or beans and in
fish or lean meats. Limit red meats.
Avoid processed meats. The American
Institute for Cancer Research recommends aiming for a plate filled onethird or less with animal protein, twothirds or more with fruit, vegetables
hoose whole grains. These fibre- and whole grains.
rich foods, such as brown rice and
bulgur, are essential for a healthy gut
se unsaturated vegetable oils for
and healthy gut bacteria. -page 11
food prep and cooking. While not
identified as relating to cancer, these
Gut bacteria and the digestive tract play are good for fighting heart disan important role in the immune sys- ease and type 2 diabetes, Willett says.
tem, which may be implicated in some
cancers, says Marian Neuhouser of the
at low-fat or nonfat dairy products.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research
Center. Whole-grain foods will help
you feel full and avoid overeating that
imit alcohol. Whereas alcohol is
can lead to excess weight
thought to have some small posi-
U
E
L
tive effect against heart disease, the

same is not true for cancer. Experts
recommend moderation.
e mindful of your pattern of eating

over time and be aware of the size
of your plate and portions.
at wisely away from home, too.

When dining out, remember moderation especially since most Americans now eat out almost half the time,
Neuhouser says.
imit empty calories. Consider sugary sodas or sports drinks on par

with cupcakes. You wouldnt eat a cupcake three times a day, every day or
even three times a week, Neuhouser
says. Empty calories point you toward
overweight and obesity and related diseases including cancers.
9 Foods that can prevent headaches

by YIOTA KIOULOS, APRIL 7, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG
Headaches are the worst and simply can happen

to everyone. Headaches often indicate poor sleep, dehydration, hunger, or even in more severe cases can be an indication for illnesses and/or diseases. As many of us become
more self-conscious about our health and how we can prevent getting sick, we should start incorporating foods that
promote health. The following foods are helpful in preventing (and curing) headaches and those who suffer from headaches should seriously considered including them in their
diets. In reality, who wants to be taking pain killers for the
rest of their lives?
headache overtime but for immediate relief a single cup can

cause the blood vessels to the brain to reduce in size thus
alleviating this symptom.
3. Eggs
Mushrooms are a source of riboflavin which helps

the production of red blood cells. Often those who suffer
from vitamin B2 deficiency will become migraine sufferers
as well. Riboflavin can restore energy at a cellular level enhances energy absorption thus, relieving headaches.
5. Whole Grains
Often times, we forget to eat which reduces energy
supplied to the brain. When the brain is short of energy this
can also cause the body to deplete glycogen stores and become dehydrated which can result in a headache. If this is
the case, reach for whole grain bread and/or oats.
6. Almonds
Since almonds are rich in magnesium and selenium, they provide relief from headaches and migraines. Mag1. Sesame Seeds
nesium is especially helpful for women during their menThese seeds are rich in Vitamin E which help stabi- strual cycle as it calms the nerves.
lize estrogen levels during PMS. Sesame seeds on burger 7. Hot Peppers
buns dont count.
It would seem as though spicy foods provide a con2. Watermelon
trary effect but if the headache is due to congestion then
Since watermelon is rich in water and the majority having spicy foods can open up airways and decrease the
of headaches are caused by dehydration, having a cup a day pressure.
can reduce headaches big time.
8. Mushrooms
Stress-related headaches are felt all the way through
the tension in your neck and can be easily relieved with CoenzymeQ10, which is an antioxidant that supports your mitochondria. If you feel your temples tensing, have a couple
of hard boiled eggs, some water, and take 10 minutes of
deep-breathing and youre good to go.
9. Spinach
Spinach can be easily added to smoothies, omelets,

stir-fry's, and more. Since spinach can decrease blood presThere are two parts to this: 1st, too much coffee can
sure, it can alleviate headaches.
become counteractive and can increase the severity of a
4. Coffee
18|JOB SECTION
JOB SECTION
10 most frequently asked interview questions
The Telegraph Media Group
Interview questions and styles may change from

business to business however there are questions that are
commonly known to be asked at interview.
So, to help you prepare for your next interview
here are the 10 most frequently asked interview questions
you need to know:
1. Tell Me About Yourself?
This is usually the first question asked in an interview as it
lets the interviewer know a little bit about you.
Make sure that you identify areas that reflect the job you
are being interviewing for, and show your enthusiasm. This
can show the interviewer how you are well suited to the
job. Also try and include some of the achievements you feel
are important.
2. What Are Your Key Strengths/Skills?
When answering this question, it is important that you respond with relevant skills and strengths that make you suited to the job.
3. What Are Your Weaknesses?
Try not to be too critical when answering this question.
Instead pick one of your weaknesses and try to turn it into a
positive.
4. Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?
Whatever the situation was from your previous job, you
should always answer this question with a positive and enthusiastic response.
5. Why Do You Want This Job?
Answer this question with a response that highlights why
you would be a good candidate for the job and how enthusiastic you are about it. Ensure that you show an interest in
the job sector, understand the company and their ethos and
show how your skills match their requirements.
6. Give me an example of a difficult situation/task at work
and how you dealt with it.
This is often asked so that you can express situations in
which you used problem-solving and communication skills
to help resolver the situation. It is suggested that you identify a situation that you assisted in settling through showing
emotional intelligence.
7. Tell me about an achievement you are proud of.
This question gives you the opportunity to show how past
achievements will benefit the business. It is suggested that
you only include personal achievements if they are highly
impressive or prestigious. Otherwise try and identify a time
where you achieved a good sale or something relevant to

the job role.
8. What Are Your Career Goals?
The reason for this question being asked is because the employer wants to understand how long you intend to stay
for. Reassure them by explaining how the job role fits your
career plan, as this will display your long-term commitment to the company
9. What Are Your Expectations Of The Salary?
The salary is typically discussed when the job is actually
offered, so if possible try and avoid bringing this up in the
interview. However, you can give a real but wide salary
range that you are happy to negotiate.
10. What do you know about the organization?
It is very important that you show you have done some
prior research of the company before the interview. Looking into areas such as the company structure, finances, customers, products and services, competitors and market
trends as these are the key areas.
Balancing school and work

by KYLA ISAAC, SEC IV MATH STUDENT
Balancing school and work is not an easy task because we all have different lives and struggles. Some of us
have kids, and others face personal issues. We also struggle
with our social lives. Spending time with family and
friends is a vital part to our mental health. But no matter
what, we are all capable of achieving our goals if we want
to. Here are some tips that may help you out.
1. Be Organized
Organize your time. Make an agenda to mark
down important things. Organize your school study time
and work time.
2. Set a goal
Setting a goal is important; knowing what you are
working for will help keep you motivated until you reach
your goal.
3. Take a deep breath
Manage you level of stress. Having a busy life
shouldnt mean having a miserable life. Getting adequate
sleep is important. In addition to a healthy diet, take a deep
breath and make time for yourself to gather your thoughts.
4. Know your limit
Dont over commit yourself, know how far you
can push your mind and body. Dont try to be employee of
the month and to get over 90 percent in each of your classes if you know that just isnt you. Being realistic with
yourself will prevent you from failing and it will keep you
motivated. However, dont be afraid to challenge yourself
and accomplish goals. This could boost your selfconfidence.
19|SPORTS SECTION
SPORTS SECTION
Habs Game Report: Scoring drought ends Canadiens' playoff run
by DOMINIQUE LAURIER RICCI , SEC .V ENGLISH STUDENT
The hopes of a historic comeback ended

Tuesday night as Ben Bishop and the Tampa Bay
Lightning regained their mastery over the Canadiens and cruised to a 4-1 victory at Amalie Arena. The win gave the Lightning a 4-2 victory in
the best-of-seven Eastern Conference semifinal.
The Lightnings opponent in the conference final will be the winner of Wednesdays
Game 7 between the New York Rangers and the
Washington Capitals. The Canadiens were hoping to be the first Montreal team to win a series
after falling behind 3-0, but Tampa Bay displayed
the form that allowed it to sweep the five-game
regular-season series against Montreal.
The goalies by the numbers: Bishop
made 18 saves while Carey Price, who was the
No. 1 goaltender in the NHL in the regular season, made 24 saves as the Lightning outshot
Montreal for the first time in this series.
P.S. Win or lose its the Habs we choose. Better hopes for the
next season, and still Go Habs Go!
Photo creditDario Ayala, Montreal Gazette
Canadian NBA Team: Toronto Raptors

By CARL SAMOYA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the leading men's professional basketball league in North
America and is widely considered to be
the premier men's professional basketball league in the world. It has 30 franchised member clubs (29 in the United
States and 1 in Canada), and is an active member of USA Basketball
(USAB), which is recognized by the
F International Basketball Federation
(FIBA) as the national governing body
for basketball in the United States.
The Toronto Raptors are part
of the NBAs the Atlantic Division of
the Eastern Conference. The team was
established in 1995, along with
the Vancouver Grizzlies, as part of the
NBA's expansion into Canada. When
the Grizzlies relocated to Memphis,
Tennessee to become the Memphis
Grizzlies in 2001, the Raptors became
the only Canadian team in the NBA.
They originally played their home
games at the Sky Dome (later renamed
Rogers Centre), before moving to
the Air Canada

Centre in 1999.
In the past few
years, the Raptors became one
of the top 5
teams in the
Eastern Conference. They also
started qualify for
the
playoffs
where only the
top teams could
play. This season, the Raptors
are in the 4th seed
and clinched their Photo credithoopshabit.com
second consecutive playoff spot last 25th DeRozan also matched his career-high
of March. Last March 30th, the Raptors with 11 rebounds and added an assist
beat the Houston Rockets, best team in and a steal in 41 minutes of action.
the league. The Raptors won the game Moreover, in the last seconds of the
with the help of their star shooting game, DeRozan made a final jumper to
guard DeMar DeRozan. He scored a give his team a three-point lead thus
career-high of 42 points with 14-for-27 securing their victory against his childfield goals, including 2-for-4 from three hood friend, James Harden, and curand 12-for-17 from the free throw line. rent superstar of the Houston Rockets.
20|SPORTS SECTION
Having troubles in playing basketball?

by CARL SAMOYA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Whether you play on the streets or in an official

game, here are some techniques which will help to improve
your game. These include shooting, passing and dribbling.
Shooting is basically trying to shoot the ball into the
net and score, hence the name, shooting. The most wellknown shots are jump shot, layup and the slam dunk.
The jump shot is the most basic shot in basketball. To
perform this shot, you need to
jump and shoot, hoping the ball
slides into the net.
The lay-up is where you are close
to the basket and basically "lay" up
the ball so that it will just fall into
the basket. You dont need to
bounce it on the board. (In my
opinion). Specifically, you run
towards the net, then jump up to
lightly bump the ball so the ball
will go through the net.
The slam dunk is an extremely
awesome move, but to do this, you
have to be quite tall, or a high
jumper. To achieve this, a player
with the ball must jump up, have the ball above the rim
of the net, and dunk the ball through the hoop.
Passing is when you pass the ball with intentions
that another player in your team will receive it. Here are
some basic knowledge which you need to know:
The chest pass is named so because the pass originates
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from the chest. It is thrown by gripping the ball on the

sides with the thumbs directly behind the ball. When
throwing a chest pass, the players should strive to throw
it to the receiver's chest level.
The bounce pass is thrown with the same motion however it is aimed at the floor. It should be thrown far
enough out that the ball bounces waist high to the receiver.
The overhead pass is often used as
an outlet pass. Bring the ball directly
above your for
head with both hands on the side of
the ball and follow through. Aim for
the teammate's chin.
Lastly, dribbling is basically propelling
the ball in any direction by bouncing it
with your hands.
Using your fingertips, bounce the
basketball against the floor. Keep your
head up so you can see the floor, using
your peripheral vision to see your
teammates and the defense. Stay as
low as possible and keep the ball close
to you so that your defender cannot steal it away.
These are all you need to know! Remember, to

build a house, you need to start with the foundation. The
same thing in basketball, all you need to do, is to start from
the basics and improve along the way! Good luck everyone
and enjoy the spring season!
Impacts CONCACAF
Champions League trophy
chances dashed after home
defeat
by MAUGER NDJIKE, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
By this point, the result mattered less than the
fact that perhaps the most consequential professional soccer
game in Canadian history was being played at the old Olympic Stadium. This was the most important game for the
Impact of Montreal The Montreal Impacts thrilling Argentine forward took what looked to be like a hopeless situation
trapped along the byline by two defenders and turned it
into something altogether more interesting with a spin,
dribble and shimmy that left three Club America players in
the dust. The Impact raced out to a dream start as Ignacio
Piatti, Montreal's hero of the first leg in Mexico City, produced a moment of brilliance to set up Romero for the
game's opening goal.
Turning by the end line, Piatti slalomed through
a thicket of defenders along the right side of the America
penalty box, then laid off for Romero, who cut left and
steered his low finish through a crowd for a sensational 1-0
early lead. But unfortunately for the impact, they lost the
game by 4-2
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78. Roumanas, Brandon
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46. Mallari, Micaella
79. Sabbah, Salomon
14. Cruz, Mark
47. Marchetta, Jasmine
80. Saijari, Aline
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48. Marciano, Menachem
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24|HISTORY
WHAT IS VICTORIA DAY?

by TIMOTHY LLAMERA, SEC V ENGLISH STUDENT
Victoria Day is an annual holiday that has been celebrated all over
Canada since 1845. It is normally celebrated before the last week in May and
Im willing to bet that most Canadians
dont know what this day signifies, although they are more than happy to
enjoy a day off from work and school. I
will attempt to remedy this shocking
ignorance.
Victoria Day marks both the
birth of Queen Victoria and of Canadas sovereignty. In 1901, upon Queen
Victorias death, Canadians officially
named this day Victoria Day. In
Quebec, the day is known as La journee nationale des patriotes to honour both
English and French revolutionist who
fought for Canadas independence. Later on, it came to mark the beginning of
summer. This day is important to Canadians because it commemorates both

the birth of Queen Victoria and of Canada. It symbolizes Canadas partial
independence from the British rule with
the help of Queen Victoria.
In most provinces, Victoria
Day is a statutory holiday allowing
Canadians to enjoy a day off from
work. It is normally celebrated with
fireworks and street parades. These
parades often re-enact the history behind the day. Other shows commemorate the life of Queen Victoria. There
are also special documentaries about
the history of Canada.
To conclude, Victoria Day is a
Canadian tradition that allows citizens
to commemorate their history and heritage. It is important to celebrate this
day and to honour the efforts of revolutionists and past rulers. It is a fine tradition for Canadians to celebrate the day
by heading to a cottage or campground
in order to drink themselves into oblivion. The holiday is a relaxing break
from daily stress and the long weekend
is a fine way to further unwind after a
long hard winter. Getting out of the
bright lights and noise of the city for a
long week-end getaway, spending quality time and reconnecting with family
and loved ones in a nice cozy cottage or
bed-and-breakfast sounds like an okay
plan to me.
P.S. The Victoria Day celebration is
also known as May Two-Four Weekend,
May long weekend (or May Long), Victoria
Day weekend or even Firecracker Day. But no
matter what you call it, have fun celebrating this
patriotic Canadian holiday!
Message from the Chief Editor

I wish all our students from St. Laurent Adult Centre a great summer and dont forget we
will be waiting for you in August 28th 2015!
P.S. Dont forget school is a bridge to your future. Good luck to all of you!
Mr. Marques, Chief Editor
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Laurent Adult Centre

Spring 2015 Edition / Vol. III

ST. LAURENT EXPRESS

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Spring Trivia and Facts!

The first day of spring is

first day of fall in the Northern

HAZAN APRIL 9, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG

Here are some of the participating shops:

Les CoPains dabord

Maison Christian Faure

Montreal is installing massive Floating

ontreal loves art. Just

and is set to float over Place

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Montreals Free Musical Swings At Quartier Des Spectacles Are Back

HOPE-JOHNSTON, MARCH 24, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG

Making their triumphant return this year are the

Swing into spring.

Montreals 2015 Jazz Fest Is Back June 26th

HAZAN MARCH 25, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG

he Festival Internationale de Jazz de Montreal is the biggest of

Montreals Saint-Catherine Street Closed Off To Cars For Summer 2015

by HANNAH KORBEE, APRIL 21, 2015, MONTREAL BLOG

formance art installations, coupled with

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Cell phones: helpful or harmful?

Along with their books and school

health experts have shown their impact on

Got any ideas or

Censorship: What is it?

In todays society there is an

topic of heated debate. Both sides have

themselves are what is the rationale

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Bilingualism: pourquoi cest important

Bonjour! Hi!, we hear such expressions everyday

Why manner matters?

Many of us walking around today must have had

community, especially at school and at work. One of the

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Computer-video games: the modern art

atmosphere, physics, and

Waking up, going back to

Flowers blooming, trees

birth to the art of cinematography, the digital age