Destination Somewhere- by Vincent T.

Global Update: YongPyong Resort Korea

Photo Courtesy of fmpgoh

YongPyong Resort is a five-star ski and snowboard resort, boasting powdery slopes, great services and diverse courses ranging in difficulty, from extreme sports for professionals, to slides fit for those who never wore a pair of skis before. It also is famous for its scenery and being the filming location of a famous Korean romance movie. And if you’re someone who doesn’t like to ski, but wants to wait and chill in a cafeteria instead, they have many small restaurants, shops, and cafes right next to the slopes. It’s all-season, so It’s a great way to spend any vacation!

Location:
YongPyong Resort
Yongsan-ri
Doam-myeon
Pyongchang-gun
Gangwon-do
Korea
About 200 km east from Seoul

Open everyday from 8:30-16:30, 18:30-2:30
Time is limited for each ticket (ex. Morning ticket: 8:30-12:30)

Day ticket: Adult=65,000 Won or $74.10 SGD, Child=48,000 Won or $54.72 SGD
Morning/Afternoon/Evening: Adult=52,000 Won or $59.28 SGD, Child=38,000 Won $43.32 SGD
Night/Twilight: Adult=36,000 Won or $41.04 SGD, Child=28,000 Won or $31.92 SGD
Child=12 years or under
More ticketing information here


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3-2-1, Action! by Amira F.

With only one day left until opening night, the cast of Fame is busily preparing for the big day. The actors and actresses love to goof around when they’re not practicing. Even though they have fun at every rehearsal, Mrs. Fulcher, director, makes sure they stay on task. I’ve been behind the scenes of this year’s Middle School Play to interview the cast and show you what everyone’s up to!
From big hair bows to off-shoulder tops, the cast will definitely be in character! Set in high school in the 1980’s, a group of teens and young adults audition for a chance to achieve their goals at the New York School for Performing Arts. How will they achieve those goals you ask? Well, you’ll have to see the play yourself to find out.

Keep reading for our interview with Bryce Yoder who plays Ralph, one of the lead roles.

How are you enjoying the play?
“It’s awesome. It’s a great bonding experience with people I don't usually socialize with.”How long did it take you to learn all your lines?
“About a month and a half.”
How much sleep  have you been getting since rehearsals?
“Six hours.”
What is the hardest part about your role?
“There’s a lot of adult situations that I have to deal with.”
Who is the quietest kid in the cast?
“Dorris,” he says, referring to Mika Martin (left) who plays the lead role.
What’s your costume like?
“It’s kind of funky, I guess.”
How is Ms. Fulcher?
“She’s interesting. She’s a good director but it’s specific.”What’s your favorite song?
“Lunchroom Jam.”
What are you most nervous about for opening night?
“Forgetting my lines.”

Anyway, Ms. Fulcher and the entire cast of Fame hopes to see you at the the showings below. If you see a member passing in the hall, wish them luck, or in drama terms, “break a leg!”

Fame Showings:

Thursday 4:30-6:45 PM (Will not make the activity bus.)

Friday 7:00-9:30 PM (Will not make the activity bus.)
Saturday 4:30-6:45 PM (No school, no activity bus.)

The World's Saddest Dolphins by Tanvi

Most of us have been to Sentosa. To Resorts World. Perhaps you’ve stayed in their hotel, gone to Universal Studios. Maybe you’ve gone to Dolphin Lagoon. Resorts World Sentosa recently imported 27 wild dolphins to furnish their newly opened ‘oceanarium’. Of those 27, three have died so far- two from their confinement before import and one from the plane ride. Are you going to visit the oceanarium? Because you’d better halt your plans. Keeping whales and dolphins in captivity is cruel and harmful. Check out the conditions they live in:

The pool is dirty and cramped for animals used to the wide open ocean. It’s no wonder ACRES (Animal Concerns Research and Education Society) has called its campaign against it ‘Saddest Dolphins’. Watch my video about whales and dolphins in captivity if you want the whole story on why they shouldn’t be where they are now.

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Halo 5 Multiplayer platformer by Eric S.

Check out this engaging game made by SAS Middleschooler Eric S. Click the image to play.

Instructions:
Player 1:arrow keys and space to shoot Player 2:wasd and e to shoot