Newsletter

September 2008

Meet Ruthie, September's Mentor of the Month!

She loves reality TV, Rufus Wainwright and tater tots!
Click here to find out what you have in common with this month's mentor.

Hi everyone! My name is Ruthie and I am in graduate school at the University of Michigan. I love free music Tuesdays from Apple iTunes and trashy romance novels. Feminism, social justice, and theater are all important to me. So are Basset Hounds. I'm really interested in hearing from all of you SmartGirls, so write to me at: sgmentor@hotmail.com, and I'll definitely get back to you!

Survey Says...
Since most of you are heading back to school this month, we thought a few surveys about school would be appropriate. Let us know your thoughts about heading back to class in "School Daze," a back-to-school survey: http://www.smartgirl.org/surveys/8095111.html. Or share your take on your school lunches in "Buy It or Bring It? Your Take on School Lunches:" http://www.smartgirl.org/surveys/8121814.html.

SmartGirl Authors
What's been going on in the fictional but fun worlds of our authors? Find out for yourself!
(http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/sgauthors.php). If you're interested in becoming a SmartGirl Author, you can apply online: http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/submit.html or http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/submitreal.html.

SmartGirl Reviews: What's the buzz?
This was a movie sort of month at SmartGirl. SmartGirl Editor Tiffany watched Camp Rock, a Disney Channel DVD (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor1.html). SmartGirl Editor Becca decided to check out The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor3.html), a movie based on the popular books. So if you're feeling in the mood for a movie, check those out! Or if a book is more your style this month, SmartGirl Editor Ruthie read Little Vampire by Joann Sfar and shares what she thought (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor2.html). While you've got reviews on the brain, take a look at our Featured Reviews page. Stop by to get some hints on what's good and what's not-so-good from your fellow SmartGirls and to see if your review was selected (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/featured.html). If you'd like to be considered for next month's Featured Reviews, or even if you just have some opinions to share, submit your own reviews (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/reviews.html).

Survey Report: Hmmm...
In June, we posted a survey asking you to tell us about your religious beliefs. Want to know what your fellow SmartGirls had to say? Check out our survey report on "Full of Faith? Your Religious Beliefs" to find out: http://www.smartgirl.org/reports/8122430.html. We also have results from the "Say Cheese! SmartGirls on Photography" survey, so if you want to know what SmartGirls think about photography, check it out (http://www.smartgirl.org/reports/8115810.html)!

SmartScopes: What's in the Stars?
What's your September destiny? Don't spend any more time wondering - check out the SmartScopes (http://www.smartgirl.org/smartscope.html)! What's in the stars for you?

Super SmartGirl: The Envelope, Please...
And finally, the moment you've all been waiting for, I am pleased to announce our Super SmartGirl of the Month: Karina! Our editors noticed the quality of Karina's reviews and were very impressed. She is always thoughtful, and her reviews are helpful to other SmartGirls. Congratulations, Karina, you're our Super SmartGirl of the Month! (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/super.html)

Alright, SmartGirls! We've got a lot going on here in September. Enjoy! I hope to hear from you soon!

Peace,
Ruthie

SmartGirl Quick Facts:

	An August Quick Poll revealed that SmartGirls believe the best part of the Olympics is cheering on their countries' athletes.
	According to our "Full of Faith? Your Religious Beliefs" survey report, the majority of SmartGirls believe in a higher being.
	In the same survey report, we also learned that most SmartGirls believe the religious beliefs they hold now are the religious beliefs they will have for the rest of their lives.
	In August, SmartGirls submitted almost 500 reviews. Keep up the great work!
	In our "Say Cheese! SmartGirls on Photography" survey report, we learned that almost half of SmartGirls are guilty of flashing fake smiles when they're getting their pictures taken.

We'd like to recognize these SmartGirls for completing excellent SmartCenter survey projects this month.

peace1089: $$ Cha-Ching $$ Survey
peace1089 wondered if girls earn more money than boys every month. Click here to find out!

Gabbyo: Future Goals and Aspirations Survey
Gabbyo was curious if people's important goals affect their after high school plans. Click here to see what she discovered!

MizzBeeLuv3: Music Survey
MizzBeeLuv3 wanted to know in what age group is pop music the most popular. What did she discover? Click here to find out!

Gabbyo: Music Survey
Gabbyo thought that people who play instruments might be more likely to enjoy music. Was she right? Take a look!

Don't focus on the little mistakes, if you didn't make them you wouldn't be where you are today.

~ I Will Praise You, age 13

Camp Rock
Reviewed by Tiffany [Go to the review]
"If you like Disney's recent musical movies, this one is a must-see!"

Little Vampire
Reviewed by Ruthie [Go to the review]
"Even someone who doesn't normally like to read can enjoy this..."

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2
Reviewed by Becca [Go to the review]
"If you're a fan of the series, you might find yourself pretty frustrated watching this..."

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