Kindle Fire HDX (Technology Article #2 9/27)

• The new Kindle Fire features many new improvements
• Available in a 7-inch and 8.9-inch model
• Improvements made to the screen, processor, software, and more
• The speed is also increased since the Kindle Fire HD
• Depending on the size you choose, the Kindle Fire HDX ranges from $230 & $480
• The previous model (Kindle Fire HD) is now available for $140
• The HDX is now in a trapezoidal shape & is lighter 

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3D Printer Can Make a Pistol (Technology Article #2 9/20)

• "Liberator" Pistol- Creation by Cody Wilson (TX law student) 
• Once the design is downloaded, anyone with a 3D printer can create a gun 
• Models can be found in the Victoria & Albert Museum and The Science Museum (London)
• (V&A Museum) 2 models are being shown & one is disassembled to shown the parts inside
• U.S. Government forced take down of the plans

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US History II Honors

       This year as a sophomore I take US History II, which is taught by Dr. Minocci. Throughout the course of this year I expect to continue learning about American History, spanning from the Cold War to modern day. From the first two weeks of this class I noticed Dr. 

 Minocci  teaches quickly, but in an interesting way. Not only does he give us a Do Now, but he also gives a funny Do Now, which is a joke or a riddle.

       
       One of my favorite parts of Dr. Minocci's class is that he keeps it moving and makes jokes. I normally do not enjoy history classes, however Dr. Minocci makes history a much more fun and interesting class. Many times in history the teacher moves slow and the class becomes very boring and monotonous however, Dr. Minocci keeps everyone focused by jumping to different topics and taking comments from all the students in the class. 

        Dr. Minocci uses technology each day; some days he shows PowerPoints from the projector, and other days he refers to the online textbook to teach. Many of the students also have used technology in order to complete the summer assignment. Other than US History II Honors, Dr. Minocci also teaches AP US History, Economics, Current Issues, and Law. Dr. Minocci has basic class expectations and requirements including showing others respect, completing the work given, coming to class, and more which can be found on his website here.

New IPhone Features (Technology Artricle #1 9/13)

• The IPhone 5S is said to have the same design as the IPhone 5 but now has other color options
• New colors now include a gold and gray (silver) IPhone
• New IPhone will include finger print sensor which is the main feature of the new phone
• The finger print sensor can be shut off and the pass code can still be created 
• The camera now includes different features including rapid-fire photos, slow motion video, and improved flash
• Along with the IPhone 5S the IPhone 5C will be made (a cheaper version of the IPhone)
• The IPhone 5C is a cheaper, plastic version that is available in multiple colors

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What September 11th Means to Me

At the time when the event of September 11th occurred, I was home with my mother. Although I don't recall much of the moments when the planes crashed into the towers, the effects have made some type of difference in my life. Due to the incident that happened in 2001 many rules and such have been created to prevent an incident like that to happen again. Many different rules have come into airports because of this event. Now when going through airports there are more security guards all over and people now have not only their bags searched, but themselves as well. Because of the event that happened on September 11, 2001, the lives of many younger people, including myself, have been changed to prevent another accident. 

Welcome to my Blog!

My name is Christina Kavanagh. I like to spend time playing piano, listening to music, and reading. I have two older brothers who are ten and eight years older than I am. I have multiple friends but my closest friends are Kelly, Jasmine, Robert,  Louis, Kim, Paige, and Alexa. This year I am a sophomore and I take English II Honors, Geometry Honors, US II Honors,  Chemistry, and Web 2.0.