We are taking a break for the summer and will be back with more stories when the school year starts up again. In the meantime, your options here are limited. You can:

1. Read about the many uses of duct tape, or watch the Hype’s first video blog, on the Entertainment & Style page.

2. Browse the goodbyes, best wishes and advice for incoming 6th graders on the Opinion page.

3. Look through the archives of poems and art on the Art & Words page.

4. Take one last look at the 2009-2010 Hype writers before they are replaced in August.  That would be on the Staff page.

5. Take our summer poll, over to the left of this page.

6. Scroll down just a bit and read a brilliant article on summer jobs.

7. Think about getting a summer job. After all, you’re sitting here reading a school newspaper in the summer!

Thanks for reading and we’ll see you next school year!

Sincerely,
The Management

I have personally decided to get a summer job so that I can have money of my own and maybe even a little savings. The tough thing to remember is that jobs are not just handed over or given, you have to earn them and be deserving of the opportunity. How do you do this? You do this by being prepared and well informed!

You must show up to a potential place of employment in clothing that is respectful and reflects the type of business that you are applying to. In addition to proper clothing, be prepared to fill out an application and have a well written resume with you too. You can research resume styles online or have one of your peers help you.

Here are some quick Do’s and Don’ts to get you started once you land your interview!

Do’s: Make eye contact, smile and offer a handshake before and after the interview. Express yourself clearly with  good grammer. Show self-confidence, good manners and attentiveness. Make sure that you take constructive criticism with grace and stay eager to learn new things. Have questions prepared ahead of time and be sure to bring paper and a pen to make notes. Thank the interviewer for his or her time and be sure to follow-up in 3-4 days to see if a decision has been made.

Dont’s: Do not show that money is your main purpose for the job. Don’t have gum in your mouth. Don’t be tired or groggy from just waking up. Dont emphasize the things that you don’t like (homework for example). Don’t expect too much too soon, remember that you must start out at the bottom sometimes, but that just means you have a foundation to build from. Don’t make it seem like you are desperate for the job. Don’t bring up personal issues. Don’t answer questions with a yes or no, give an explanation for every question. And most important, DONT BE LATE!!!

Now you have some of the very basic tools to get you started in the working world this summer. Good luck!

-Ashleigh B.