The homecoming issue
In this Issue
Issue #2
Dress-up days Court Outdoor Activities Indoor Activities MEA Break Halloween Spooktacular Spanish: Day of the Dead Volleyball Football Co-Op Sports Veterans Day Grandparents Day
Freshman wore natures color Green
6th Grade wore pumpkin orange
The 7th Graders wore Vikings purple
The Seniors wore Invisible since they were on a retreat.
Written by: Khrystjan Petersen
Chloe kohl, Nicole Menard, Maggie Viland, Olivia Nass, and Vanessa Kotek
Mrs. Seidel, Mr. Zabel, and Mrs. Sauer
Rylie Starkson and Rachel Froelich
Delaney Donahue and Brynn Whitten
Mr. Knutson and Mr. Zabel Written by: Molly Healy
Janelly Sandoval
The Homecoming Court has followed tradition for 153 years. The tradition has alway been the Homecoming court gets to have a dinner and they take individual and group pictures at a local photography studio. However this year was a little different. This year Mikhail Campbell got injured in a Football game which put him in the hospital. So for the group photo this year they went to the hospital to take it. On the day of Homecoming, the Court gets to play “Get to know the Court”. At the Pep Fest, the new Homecoming King is crowned by the previous years’ king, Cole Caron, passed on the crown to Mikhail Campbell. Finally at the Football game, the Court is recognized.
Mikhail Campbell & Darian Sammon
Alex Jasinski & Grace Viland
Avery Hunt & Nell Jasinski
Alex Bongers & Jessica Oathoudt
Drew Larson & Jade Bokman
Written by:Khrystjan Petersen
Jack playing the water balloon toss
Josh playing the water balloon toss
Alex and Jessica with their two buddies
Kyle and Montana with their buddy
Written By: Jade Bokeman
As a tradition the Bethlehem Academy students work throughout the week of homecoming designing walls, constructing parade floats, and rehearsing their skits to perfection. This year the seniors took 2nd place in the float design of “Crush the Crusaders” which displayed a cardinal crushing cans, while the sophomores took home 1st place with a theme “Cook the Crusaders” featuring a BA football player cooking the crusader in a barrel of dry ice! As far as the skits go this year there was a wide variety of skits performed all with different styles and senses of humor. Seniors again too second place with a walk down memory lane. In their skit they reminisced on the past and share inside class stories throughout the years and even ended with a marriage ceremony between Alex and Jessica. However it was the juniors that took home the gold this year for the skit! This year they set the stage for a meeting between the junior class students trying to determine what they were going to do for this years homecoming skit. They mocked last years skit, made fun of the dress code with a Jerry Seinfeld impersonation my Kyle Kohl, which was a big hit! Again as always Mr. Hillesheim and his art students did a fabulous job on the wall, but this year the class of 2018 won with the theme “Deck the Crusaders”
Written By: Jade Bokeman
Students aren’t the only people that get to have a break over MEA. Teachers also get to have time off of school.
Ms. Haselton She stayed pretty local, spending time in Faribault and the cities. She worked and rested while at home. In the cities, however, she got a few meals with friends and went to a folk concert! Those few days off for MEA were packed with work, rest, and fun. She was able to meet up with about 5 different friends in the cities to share meals, walks, and deep conversations. That was probably the most rejuvenating part of my break! The most tiring but fun part was going to a folk concert at First Avenue. The bands were decked with banjos, fiddles, and upright bases. She loves listening to live music like that! Nothing was too out of the ordinary, actually, except she went to an Irish restaurant with a friend that seemed like the real deal. She could almost see the rolling green hills of Ireland out its windows! Oh, and instead of having a drummer, one of the folk bands had a clogger keep the beat. That was very impressive!
Folk Concert
Ms. Seidel went to visit St. Johns and St.Thomas Universities with Joey, my son, who is a junior. They visited to see if these were possible choices for him for college. We met with people from the Admissions department, went on campus tours and were able to kind of explore. St. John’s campus is beautiful and has 6 lakes. It is only just over 2 hours away. The fall colors were perfect and it is a very active outdoors set up for students. The football field and new athletic facilities were impressive.
St. Johns University By. Khrystjan Petersen
Mr. Zabel Over MEA break Mr. Zabel went to Eagle Cliff campground by Lanesboro with his (family, Mom, Dad, Brother, and My family). While they were there we enjoyed hiking seeing all the vibrant fall colors from the trees, sitting and talking by the fire, eating great food! They took a trip into downtown Lanesboro and enjoyed walking in and out of the shops! The kids played on the playground and they all enjoyed ice cream from the local ice cream shop! Every MEA, they always hold their annual pumpkin carving contest. They all carve our pumpkins and post them online (Facebook) and everyone vote on the ones they like the most! It is always a competitive event, but we always look forward to it! (Mr. Zabel carved a Game of Thrones Dragon, his brother Paul carved the Minnesota Timberwolves, his dad Steve caved a spooky ghost, his wife Jessica caved a spider and so did my mom Jann). This year’s winner was his brother. “Overall MEA has always been an enjoyable time to relax and spend time with the family!” Mr. Zabel said.
Pumpkin Carving Contenders
Pumpkin Carving Contest at night
By. Khrystjan Petersen
7th Grade Girls
Gerald Friesen Luke Bauer and Riley Voracek
Grace Ashley, Abby Goodwin, Serena David, and Brynn Whitten
Olivia Nass and Chloe Kohl
Dominic the Cardinal
Mary Campbell
D.M.C.S. Students
Written by: Molly Healy
The Spooktacular is a big fundraising event for BA. BA raised over $7,500 this year. There was 314 people that participated in this event this year. There was also many student volunteers that helped out at this event. Dominic the cardinal also made an appearance at the race. There was a school contest to see what grade could make the most money. The winning grade would get a field trip to the Shattuck ropes course. The seventh graders come out on top. The top sellers from high school and middle school would receive a BA sweatshirt. The top middle school seller was seventh grade. Karlie DeGrood raising $300. The top high school seller was 9th grade Grace Gonzalez raising $130.
Written by: Avery Hunt
DAY OF THE DEAD
This year the Juniors in 3rd year Spanish celebrated Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, in a very special way; by painting their faces to look like skulls! Día de Los Muertos is a tradition that has been going on for a long time in Mexico. It used to be a four-month long celebration of people honoring the dead. Within this celebration, they centered their ideas around how death is another just part of living and not to be feared. They also believe that even though the body dies, the soul lives on. To celebrate, many family members place food, offerings, candles, and flowers on graves and then spend the evening and night by the grave. Mrs. Kriechbaum, the Spanish teacher at Bethlehem Academy, has been doing this activity with her students for the past four years. “I have always been fond of trying out new teaching techniques with my students. I saw that in other parts of the country, teachers were participating in this traditional Mexican holiday, and with Bethlehem Academy being a Catholic School it only made sense to synergize the holiday with the curriculum. My opinion is that students enjoy being more immersed into the Mexican culture a bit more every year, and seeing that Spanish III is truly the toughest year for many, this makes a nice break for students and also a learning experience for all.”
Written by: MOLLY HEALY
DAY OF THE DEAD
This year, at the start of class, the Spanish III juniors partnered up to paint faces. One person would do the painting and the other would have their face painted. Mrs. Kriechbaum showed them a video to give everyone an idea of how to paint the faces. Then, they started! Maggie Viland painted Will McIntyre’s face and told us a bit about what she did.“I painted Willy’s face completely blue because I wanted to do something different than traditional white. However, I stuck with the same design around his eyes and mouth that is practiced in traditional Spanish culture.” Megan Liverseed had her face painted and mentioned that for the most part, she didn’t know what her face would look like. “I didn’t have anything to do with the design of my face, except where some of the jewels were placed! I think my look turned out looking nice though!” While this was a very fun activity, there was also a big educational purpose. It opened up a view of a different culture and was beneficial to the learning of a new language. As Maggie says, “I think it is a really fun way to learn and experience a different culture. We got to have a good time with each other, while at the same time learning about Spanish traditions for the Day of the Dead.” Mrs. Kriechbaum also points out that it is a great change from the normal learning in the classroom. “Often times students are only exposed to certain views of learning a language. Reading, writing, listening and of course a ton of memorization of grammar and vocabulary. However, if students are to understand the language a bit more, they are asked to take on a representation of the culture, and in this way, the painting of the face in likeness to skulls is something the student can physically do and add their own bit of artisan skill in accomplishing this task.” The Spanish III students all enjoyed their experience. They thought it was a great way to expand in the Spanish culture, learn about it, and also have fun! Kyle Kohl says, “As a student, I benefited because I learned more about the tradition of Día de Los Muertos. I also had a fun time with my classmates!” Whether they were getting painted or doing the work, everyone benefitted from this day and are glad they got to do it.
Written by: MOLLY HEALY
JESSICA OATHOUDT For our next senior spotlight we interviewed Jessica Oathoudt. She is involved in 3 sports here at BA. She plays on the volleyball, basketball, and fast pitch teams.
If you could know the absolute and total truth to one question what would you ask?
What happens when you die? If you were a DJ what would your DJ name be?
JJ DJ Whats the most useless talent you have?
I have very crackable fingers, back, and neck Where are you looking for college?
Saint Thomas and Drake University If you had to binge a tv series what would it be?
Friends, because it's such a happy show and Jennifer Aniston is beautiful. What's the most challenging job you can think of?
Veterinarian, I would constantly be crying.Â
Written by: Avery Hunt
JADE BOKMAN For this senior spotlight we interviewed Jade Bokman. Jade is a 3 sport athlete. She plays Football and track at BA. She also co ops with the high school to play soccer. She described herself as 3 words athletic, adventurous, and bold. Her best memory she had from high school was when she went to the state tournament as a member of the football team. She does not have any nicknames so you can just call her Jade.
If you could have someone play you in a movie who would it be?
Blake Lively What advice would you give to younger students?
Achieve for greatness and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. What are your plans for after high school?
After high school my plan is to attend Bethany Lutheran Collage and play for their women's soccer team. What is your biggest fear? Why?
Tearing or breaking something. Because I would have to sit out of sport and get surgery and I don’t want that.
Written by:Avery Hunt
Bethlehem
ACADEMY
October STUDENT of the MONTH The student of the month is a program we have here at BA where every month each teacher chooses one student that they believe demonstrates “CARDS�. The students that got picked show character, accountability, respect, decision-making and service. This is an opportunity that pushes students to work harder. They get rewarded for their excellence in the classroom. This achievement is something that is only obtained through hours of hard work and dedication to a subject and is something that is venerable.
Teacher
Student Nominated
Sue Jandro
HS Math - Kennedy Tutak
Brent Zabel
HS Science - Heather Thompson
Scot Gardner
HS Band - Greta Hillesheim
Celeste Seidel
HS Religion - Delaney Donahue
Matt Knutson
HS PE - Alec LaCanne
Celeste Seidel
HS English - Luke Wobschall
Dave Wollin
HS Social Studies - Mikayla Bohner
Shari Piehl
HS English - Elizabeth Sauer
Cassie Ricker
HS Choir -Zach Van Thomme
Bernt Halvorson
HS Agricultural- Abby Strodtman
Jason Hillesheim
HS Art - Mary Campbell
Bethlehem
ACADEMY
October STUDENT of the MONTH The student of the month is a program we have here at BA where every month each teacher chooses one student that they believe demonstrates “CARDS�. The students that got picked show character, accountability, respect, decision-making and service. This is an opportunity that pushes students to work harder. They get rewarded for their excellence in the classroom. This achievement is something that is only obtained through hours of hard work and dedication to a subject and is something that is venerable.
Teacher
Student Nominated
Angela Cina
MS English - Thatcher Simon
Caryn Coller
MS Social Studies - Kaitlyn Limon
Scot Gardner
MS - Michael Crone
Jason Hillesheim
MS - Kyle Ernste
Julie Smisek
MS Science - Reagan Kangas
Matt Knutson
MS PE- Marcos Ramirez
Ricker, Cassie
MS Choir - Charles Stenzel
THE ROAD TO STATE The BA Cardinals (No. 2 seed) faced the Hayfield Vikings (No. 1 seed) in the Subsection 1A  West Final at Mayo Civic Center in Rochester. The Cardinals came out first leading most of the way and won the first set 25-19. In the second set the Cardinals started giving away points and lost 16-25. Momentum from the 25-16 win carried the Vikings into the third set and lead by five point the whole way winning 25-14. The Cardinals then fired back and had the lead for most of the fourth set. L. Donahue and Campbell each powered kill after kill keeping the Cardinals alive winning 25-22. In the fifth set the Vikings retook the lead 12-11. Then the cardinals defense took a spark and took 2 more points for the lead 15-14. BA got the final block winning 16-14 and advancing to play the Subsection 1A East champion No. 7 ranked Caledonia. The state ranked No. 5 BA Cardinals went against No. 7 Caledonia Warriors in the Section 1A Championship match Saturday in Rochester. The Cardinals were in control the first set until the Warriors caught up. The match was back and forth until Mary Campbell had a kill ending the first 28-26. The second set was very close as neither team had more than a 2 point lead. This time the Warriors took the second 24-22. The third set was much like the second. Making a difference down the way for BA was right side hitter, Ellie Cohen. She got most of her 12 kills in this match and the Cardinals won the set 25-19. In the forth set the Cardinals was leading by 7 until the Warriors caught up making it 23-23. BA won the next 2 points with help from Mary Campbell.
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Bethlehem Academy vs. Pine-River Backus
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Stats
Pine-River Backus: Kills Leader: Campbell The Cardinals offense got 21 Assists Leader: Jandro big contributions from their 50 three key hitters as Mary Digs Leader: Nass 18 Campbell, Laney Donahue, Block Leaders: M. and Ellie Cohen all finished Donahue, Jasinski, with at least double-digit Cohen 2 kills. The Tigers also have a Ace Leader: Jandro 2 pair of strong middle hitters. Minneota: Kills Leader: Campbell Bethlehem Academy vs. 11 Minneota Assists Leader: Jandro The Cardinals and Vikings 27 went back and forth until Digs Leader: Nass 17 mistakes were made and Block Leaders: serves were missed. By the Campbell, Jasinski, L end the Cardinals couldn’t Donahue 2 Ace Leaders: Jandro, L keep up and lost. But hope Donahue 2 was still there as the Wadena-Deer Creek: Cardinals had a chance to Kills Leader: Campbell play for third. 22 Assists Leader: Jandro Bethlehem Academy 3 vs. Wadena-Deer Digs Leader: Nass 13 Creek Block Leader: M Overall was a intense Donahue 1
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Starting off sections playing USC was a huge success for the cardinals. The cardinals defense has been a huge factor in this years games, and it was shown in this game. "This might have been the best our defense has played this season," said coach Dennis Glenzinski. "Until the end I think (USC) had negative yards in the second half.” Beating the rebels 27-0 gave the boys exactly what they needed to go into the next game, momentum. "It feels great to get the win," said Nate Bauernfeind. "The offense continues to improve and our defense played great tonight.” Just as Nate said, the defense had a huge impact on the turn out of this game.
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• Damon Trump- 103 Passing yds • Nate Bauernfeind- 35 Receiving yds. / 8.5 Tackles • Jack Clark- 97 Rushing yds. • Anthony Langfeldt- 6.5 tackles
After beating USC in the section game, the boys were ready for the game against St. Clair. The cyclones may have scored first in the game, but the cardinals finished out on top in the end. Josh Oathoudt said about the game “We started slow and didn’t have enough energy, but then we picked it up.” The boys may have started the game a little slow, but after the first quarter they picked up the pace. Finishing the game, winning only by 2 points, was stressful but very rewarding. They sure finished the game hard and with all they had.
• Damon Trump- 173 Passing yds. • Nate Bauernfeind- 128 Receiving yds. , 1 TD • Jack Clark- 246 Rushing yds. • Graham Ellemdson- 10 tackles
Written by: Olivia Morelan
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Going into the game against the Wabasso Rabbits, we had a lot of momentum and excitement. After beating St, Clair in the section finals, they were ready for the state quarterfinals. Even though the game didn’t turn out exactly how they wanted, they were still happy with how far they made it. Going to state was their goal for the season and they accomplished it. “It was kind of like the season, we came in making mistakes and it didn’t help us out at the start,” Glenzinski said. “When you’re playing a team like that you can’t make mistakes. We may have come in a little too nervous ... but overall I’m happy with this season, that these seniors got to state.” Bauernfeind said. “I was new to the team this year, but I knew not many people were giving us a chance. Throughout the year we kept getting better ... and we’re glad to be (at state).”
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This year the boys had such a good season. Last year they didn’t make it to state, but this year they pulled through. The seniors, Avery Hunt, Graham Ellendson, Alex Bongers, Nick Olsen, Nate Bauernfeind, Luke Donkers, Alec Lacanne, Anthony Langfeldt, Jade Bokman, Daniel Beidelschies, Yifan Sheng (Billy), will all be missed. Avery Hunt said about the season “It was an exciting and eventful season. Being with my friends was so much fun, and I was really glad that I got to play with them for my last game. Were really happy that we made it as far as we did.” The team was so happy with the outcome of the season, and are ready to come back next year. Sadly our seniors won’t be able to come back to play but hopefully we’ll see them in the stands cheering on our Bethlehem Academy Cardinals.
Jack Jandro- 4 Passing yd. Jack Clark- 90 Rushing yd./ 1 TD Nate Bauernfiend- 4 receiving yd Alex Bongers- 9 Tackles
Written by: Olivia Morelan
Season Record “This year we really came close together as a team and it was a lot of fun seeing us grow and improve as the season went on.” Drew Larson
New Prague- W St. Peter- W New Ulm Eagles- T Rochester Mayo- T Northfield- T Winona- L Rochester Lourdes- T Rochester John Marshall-W Mankato East- L Red Wing- W Albert Lea- L Owatonna- L Waseca- W Rochester Century- W Mankato West- T Mankato West-W Mankato East-L (7-5-5)
Personal Best Times this season: Griffin - 17:16 Riley - 18:53 Emily - 23:15
Season Record
Boys Cross Country: Francis Volkmuth and Riley Voracek
Northfield/AR Tech- L Owatonna- L Winona- L Mankato East/ Loyola- L Waseca- L Rochester John Marshall- L Rochester Mayo- L Farmington- L Red Wing- L Albert Lea- L Austin- L Rochester Century- L Cannon Falls- L LeSueur-Henderson- L Mankato West- L (0-15)
Girls Cross Country: Maggie Viland. Nicole Menard, and Emily Wilder
Girls Tennis: Serena David, Abigail
Boys Soccer: Drew Larson, Isaac Caron, and Aaron Gramse
Season Record Cannon Falls- W Mankato Loyola- T New Ulm- T Rochester Mayo- L Northfield- L Winona- L Rochester Lourdes- L Austin- L Rochester John Marshall- L Waseca- L Mankato East- L Red Wing- L Albert Lea- L Owatonna- L Rochester Century- L Mankato West- L (1-13-2)
“To me this season meant a lot, it was very challenging and at times emotional but I loved every moment of it. Knowing that Megan Gehrke, Bre Bresnahan, it was my last Verity Wary-Raabolle, and Gesa season ever Wilden taking first place in helped me give it my all and make sure it was the best one. I’m going to miss all my teammates and I can’t wait to come back and watch what they will accomplish next year.” Darian Sammon
Girls Soccer: Darian Sammon, Jade Bokman, Lizzy Sauer, Mikayla Bohner, Caroline Sauer, Gretea Hilliseim, and Mercedes Huerta
Girls Swimming: Abby Larson and Verity Wray-Raabolle
Season Record St. Peter- W Red Wing- W Albert Lea- W Rochester Century- W Shakopee- W Mankato East- W Winona- W Mankato West- W Owatonna- W Northfield- W
Written by:Janelly Sandoval
Armistice Day–A Day Americans honor Veterans! “A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.” On November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed Armistice Day on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. In 1938, it became a federal holiday, and later adopting the name Veterans Day. Veterans play an essential role in our lives; they provide our freedom. Veterans Day is a day where we pay tribute and thank the veterans who have served our country during a war. Sometimes Americans have to step forward to serve our country, and Jim Lovrien was one of them. He grew up in Ellsworth, Minnesota with eight siblings in his family and he went to a Catholic grade school. In June of 1965 he had completed his education, so was deferred from being drafted to war. But during this time the Vietnam War was escalating so he had decided to volunteer to enter the Army. He traveled from Minneapolis, Minnesota to Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, where he had his first exposure to segregation. He prepared for the military for eight weeks, at
Jim Lovrein dressing the BA students
around 6 am he did physical training, running, made his bed polished his shoes and boots and hung up clothes in a proper manner. He had completed many other preparations, but in September of 1967, he boarded a commercial airline to Vietnam. In Vietnam he was assigned many things including providing fire support for a truck, standing 200 meters away from two small explosions, and being an underground bunker. In October 1968, He was on his way back from America where he was not treated well coming back from an unpopular war. Color Guard presenting the flags
Jim Lovrien is one of the few Americans who stepped forward for our freedom and have served in the army. So remember to pay tribute to those who have served in the military not only on Veterans Day but any day of the year because they have suffered tremendously for our freedom.
BA Students singing during Veteran’s Day Program
Veteran standing tall honoring the flag
Written by:Janelly Sandoval
“If you're lucky enough to have grandparents still, visit them, cherish them and celebrate them while you can.� Every year, before Thanksgivings Bethlehem Academy, has a ceremony thanking our grandparents for everything they do. Grandparents play an essential role in our lives like attending our sporting events, choir or band concerts, and plays. However, grandparents do not always get the recognition they deserve, so it has become an annual tradition for Bethlehem Academy to thank grandparents for all they do.
Written by: Avery Hunt
Senior
Senior
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Stuffing
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Turkey
What are you asking for Christmas? My two front teeth. I am hoping to loose them so I can find them, so I can post on my Insta @scary_marrry
Senior
Senior
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Eclair cake
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Mash potatoes with corn
What are you asking for Christmas? Money
What are you asking for Christmas? College organizational accessories
Senior
Senior
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Mash potatoes
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Scalp sweet potatoes
What are you asking for Christmas? Motivation
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What are you asking for Christmas? Chicken Wings.
What are you asking for Christmas? Clothes
Junior
Junior
What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Mash potatoes
What’s your biggest pet peeve and why? Jello with raspberries
What are you asking for Christmas? Camera
What are you asking for Christmas? New Chuck Taylor
Junior What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Mash potatoes What are you asking for Christmas? Burei Watch
Junior What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Stuffing What are you asking for Christmas? Hippopotamus
Sophomore What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Stuffing What are you asking for Christmas? Dress code approve clothes
Senior What is your favorite Thanksgiving Dish? Pumpkin Pie What are you asking for Christmas? Target gift cards
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