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Back to Artwork Lights On for Education Back to Sections Marissa Nardone - Lights On for Education - 2 By Marissa Nardone April 22, 2021 Photography Volume 1 Issue 7

Back to Articles Polaris Back to Sections The Truth By Huan Evo Alipio Volume 2 Issue 6 April 14, 2022 Image provided by Vincent Van Gogh In search for love, may he find the right one She walked, she strolls, she arrived quarter to two One foolish man running till three But yet she’ll never budge with great power for four Almost to the middle, with not intentions of meeting The time hit six, with the sun gleaming He or she never crossed the seventh path Which the eight can be revealed with a tremendous wrath He imagines to catch her and take her for a ride Though she assured him she will be her bride The time is twelve, what a shocking sound Then he got up, there he was in bed and bound BACK TO TOP

Back to Artwork Spotlight Back to Sections The Magical Library By Kimberly Shrestha January 14, 2022 Marker Volume 2 Issue 3

Back to Articles News Back to Sections Indian Farmers Protest By Shinedip Kundlas Volume 1 Issue 4 January 20, 2021 No Image available at this time NEW DELHI - Tens of thousands of farmers have flooded India's capitol since November 30th and they intend to camp out for weeks to protest new agricultural laws they say could ruin their livelihoods. Farmers from states all over India, including the northern states of Punjab and Haryana - known as India’s “food bowl,” set up makeshift barricades of tractors and trailers across roads, railway lines, and highways leading to New Delhi. They have been protesting in the capitol for 6 weeks now and are met with harsh conditions such as cold weather and tear gas. On November 26, a nationwide general strike involving approximately 250 million people took place in support of the farmer unions. For five months, Indian Farmers have been protesting laws passed in September, 2020. The protest originally started in Punjab. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the new laws will liberate farmers and private investment, bringing in growth. Farmers are unconvinced, fearing that the confiscation of state protections they already deem inadequate will leave them at the mercy of corporate greed. Under the prior laws, farmers had to sell their commodities at an auction at their state's Agricultural Produce Market Committee. A government-approved minimum price was established for items and the auction was controlled by restrictions on who could buy alongside price caps on necessities. The Indian Government says the new laws give farmers a chance to decide their prices and sell directly to private businesses, like grocery chains. Others argue new laws help big companies push down prices. While farmers possibly will sell crops at greater prices if the demand is there, on the contrary, they could struggle to meet the minimum price in years to come when there is too much supply in the market. Farmers say the new rules will leave them worse off by making it easier for corporations to exploit agricultural workers. More than 60 percent of India’s 1.3 billion population still predominantly solely depends on agriculture for their livelihood. Government support to farmers, and management of the market with assured minimum prices for specific vital crops, aided India to move past the alarming hunger of the 1960s to produce a surplus of grain in current years. However, with India liberalizing its economy in recent decades, Modi perceives a huge role for the government as not as sustainable. Farmers, however, say they are grappling even with the prevailing protections. The farmers believe market-friendly laws will ultimately eradicate governing support and leave them deprived of income. India’s weakened economy because of COVID-19 gives them hardly any chance of a better livelihood. How exactly will these protests affect you? India is the world’s largest producer, consumer, and exporter of spices. Everything from turmeric to Basmati comes from Indian farmers. According to Spices Board India, India produces 68% of the world’s spices. These spices include pepper, cardamom, chili, ginger, turmeric, coriander, cumin, garlic, curry powder, and fennel. Not to mention, chances are some item hanging in your closet was made in India. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, India is the world’s leading producer of cotton. Organizations like Khalsa Aid, an international humanitarian relief group, have teams on the ground working with protest organizers. Farmers at the Tikri border will no longer have to jostle in a crowd in search of assistance and support. Khalsa Aid has set up a ‘Kisan Mall’ at the border to provide farmers items of daily use for free. The mall is providing blankets, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sweaters, jackets, vests, blankets, oil, Vaseline, socks, washing soap, bathing soap, shampoo, combs, sanitary pads, and more. People around the globe have been protesting to demonstrate support and stand with the farmers because the protests are about "the people who feed all of us". From Surrey Australia, Birmingham, England, in the small town of Canton, Michigan, and to Long Island NY people have been showing support. BACK TO TOP

Back to Artwork Pop Art Back to Sections Angelina Gonzalez - Pop Art By Angelina Gonzalez January 14, 2022 Acrylic Volume 2 Issue 3

Back to Articles Feature Back to Sections Before School Breakfast and School Lunch Ideas: By Christina Ossa Volume 2 Issue 4 February 10, 2022 Original photography by Christina Ossa The hard work that we devote to school often causes us to skip meals, becoming too caught up with school work or other responsibilities. But, not surprisingly, eating three meals a day is crucial to not only your physical health but your mental health as well. While it’s understandable that some of us may skip meals throughout the day, this is a gentle recommendation for you to try cooking simple meals for yourself. These small, simple meals I’ll provide for you are low maintenance and would only take 5-10 minutes of your time. Instead of ignoring breakfast because you were up late studying or finishing assignments, wake up 5 or 10 minutes earlier to pack yourself a snack or a proper meal for lunch! Even if you may not have time in the morning (which is also understandable), you should make an attempt to cook yourself a quick breakfast using these recipes as a guide. Food provides crucial nutrition and nourishment for our bodies, so if you neglect to eat, this would not only cause you to feel faint throughout the day (lack of energy) but diminish your motivation, drive, and willpower while doing your work. So, to help you, here are some recipes for snacks, breakfasts, and lunches that I personally take to school or make at home nearly every day! The Elevated Ham and Cheese Sandwich: While many of our parents may have packed this lunch for us, solely ham and cheese in a sandwich is pretty dull. So, to spice up the classic ham and cheese sandwich, I also add a special mayonnaise that would only take 5-10 minutes to prep a batch. Each batch lasts multiple days (ranging from 5-7 depending on how many sandwiches you take for lunch), and the simple addition of spiced condiments makes a world of difference. Adding lettuce, which you can pre-wash for the week on a Sunday afternoon/night, and tomatoes or any desired vegetables you may want on your sandwich also brings a great addition to flavor. The addition of vegetables to your sandwiches also benefits you nutritionally since a simple ham and cheese sandwich would only provide minimal nutrition compared to an “elevated” meat and cheese sandwich. Adding other meats to a ham and cheese sandwich, like turkey, salami, or roast beef, also elevates the complexity of the sandwich. This provides more nutritional value and, most importantly, makes the sandwich taste much better. Also, instead of using white bread (though it may be simple to use), I recommend using a higher quality bread to give the sandwich a more flavorful taste. White bread is pretty plain, but replacing it for bread like baguettes or rolls from a local bakery is more interesting. It not only gives your sandwich more nutritional value (since white bread is not very good for you) but also supports local bakeries and bread shops. Also, instead of defaulting to American cheese for your cheese of choice, try something different that might taste good with your sandwich! Multiple kinds of cheese go well with this sandwich, such as cheddar, Muenster, or pepper-jack. The simplicity of ham and cheese on bread is a good base for a sandwich. Still, with the addition of the items I listed, you’d not only receive more nutrition from your sandwich but appreciate and enjoy eating it much more. Ingredients: Add-Ons to Sandwich: -Meat(s): Ham, Roast Beef, Turkey, Salami, etc. -Vegetables: Lettuce, Spinach, Tomatoes, etc. -Higher Quality Bread (Rolls, Baguette, etc.) -Cheese of Choice Mayonnaise : -½ tbsp Mustard -1 tsp Horseradish (optional) -5 tsp Hot Sauce (optional if you dislike hot sauce) -1 tsp pepper -½ tbsp Honey/Brown Sugar (melted) -1 ½ cups Mayonnaise Directions: Mayo: -If you don’t have honey, then you can also use brown sugar by melting it carefully (over medium-low heat) in a pot -Add all ingredients to a small bowl, combine, then use when evenly combined -Cut a loaf/piece of bread in half, toast it if you like your bread toasted (if you have time, of course) -Spread the mayo across both sides of the sandwich, if you like large amounts of mayo on your sandwiches, spread spoonfuls/heapings of mayo -First, add your meat of choice to the bottom piece of the bread, then layer on a slice of cheese (whichever you prefer!) as a second layer -Next, add your washed vegetable of choice firmly on top of the other layers -Top the sandwich with the top piece of bread and enjoy! Peanut-Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats: This meal is perfect for an overnight-prepped breakfast, especially if you barely have time to make breakfast in the morning. You can prep this meal the night or even for the week on a Sunday before school if you make large amounts of this recipe. It provides perfect nutrition, powering you for school each morning since oats are an excellent food source. Also, even if you’re lactose intolerant, you can easily sub out regular milk and yogurt for plant-based milk and yogurt. Peanut Butter (or, if you prefer, Almond Butter) is also a great source of protein, and the more thick texture of the peanut butter pairs perfectly well with the liquid consistency of the milk and oats. While chocolate may not provide the most nutrition from the ingredients in this recipe, chocolate can actually be a great source of antioxidants since chocolate (particularly dark chocolate) contains antioxidants called flavonoids. Chocolate eaten in moderation gives excellent health benefits and nutrition for our body, and the plus side is that it also tastes fantastic and adds a significant depth of flavor to the oats and peanut butter. The sweetness of the chocolate also offsets the gooey texture of the peanut butter, combining perfectly with the oat mixture. Eating breakfast in the morning may seem optional or unnecessary since it seemingly doesn’t affect us much throughout the day. Still, breakfast is a crucial base for your energy while attending school. And, if you want a low-maintenance breakfast that will not only satisfy your hunger but provide energy and nutrition to last you through the day, then this recipe is perfect for you! Ingredients: -1 cup Oats -1 cup Milk (you can also use plant-based milk) -½ cup Yogurt (or plant-based yogurt) -2 tbsp Honey -4 tbsp Peanut/Almond Butter -½ A Chopped Chocolate Bar or ½ cup chocolate chips Directions : -Grab a small bowl (or large/medium based on batch size) and add your oats, milk, yogurt, and honey -Transfer to a correctly sized mason jar or plastic/glass container, place in the fridge overnight -The next morning, add the peanut/almond butter and chocolate chips/chocolate bar (you could use dark chocolate or milk, whatever you prefer) -Combine with a spoon and enjoy! BACK TO TOP

Navrosedip Kundlas POLARIS EDITOR IN CHIEF Hi Everyone! I’m Navrosedip Kundlas and I am the editor of POLARIS. I write poetry, short stories, and am currently writing a book! Besides the North Star, I am a member of various clubs and hold two other officer positions. I play sports all three seasons: XC, Winter Track and Field, and Badminton. I look forward to inspiring others to reach their creative side for the best few years! Echoes of You Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Familial Ties Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Spring Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Shifts Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More A Fresh Start Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Farmingdale Bus Accident Sahar Ali, Javier Cael, and Navrosedip Kundlas News Read More Precious Gems By Navrosedip Kundlas Fiction, Polaris Read More Nature's Elegance By Navrosedip Kundlas Fiction, Polaris Read More Athlete Spotlight: Kevin Beltran By Navrosedip Kundlas and Matteo Somma Sports Read More Rabbit Proof Fence By Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Whispers of the Ocean Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Stressful Minds Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Inspirations Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More In Honor of Gina Pellettiere Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Precious Memories Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Emily Dickson By Navrosedip Kundlas Fiction, Polaris Read More Petals By Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris, Fiction Read More Nature’s Gentle Touch By Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris, Fiction Read More The Danger of a Single Story By Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More Winter Track By Navrosedip Kundlas Polaris Read More

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