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Kris Mueller photographed this little boy enjoying the Middlebury Fall Festival.
Table of Contents around town
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Outdoor Living: Exploring Nature through Indiana Artifacts
06 Boys & Girls Club: Season of Thanks 10 Middlebury Milestones 11 Community Calendar 12 Business Spotlight: Doors & Drawers featured stories
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Happy Thanksgiving, Middlebury! We have so much to be grateful for this year. Life in our small town couldn’t be better, with Hometown Holidays coming up, so many local businesses pulling together, and a community full of people who love to care and to share. Bundle up as it gets colder, and be sure to keep the attitude of Thanksgiving close to your heart every day of the year.
20 Years to D.C. A Different Sort of Swan Song Kasey Kirchner is All-Write
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outdoor LIVING
Exploring Nature through
For more info visit Dr. Carla Gull’s blog: www.InsideOutsideMichiana.com. She is often seen with her four tag-along explorers in the greater Michiana area.
Indiana Artifacts Pow wow pictures by Matt Gull All other pictures by Carla Gull Story by Carla Gull Mike Bussard connects to nature by looking to the past. Growing up on a farm in New Paris, Mike walked the fields and found arrowheads. He still has each one he found as a young child. He has always been interested in the outdoors and nature. He said, “I always watched the ground.”
Mike Bussard shows a small part of his vast artifact collection.
Middlebury Artifacts
After moving to the Middlebury area, Mike found a local site with many native artifacts. Many time periods and groups are represented through the artifacts, showing the popularity and successive nature of Middlebury. The area has been occupied time and time again. We continue to live here as well, adding to the history. Mike likes to keep all the artifacts he finds from a particular location together to show a fuller history of the site. He has several cases of artifacts just from Middlebury.
The Collection
Mike has collected over 4000 artifacts. He personally found almost all of the items in his collection. The artifacts are housed in 48 cases at his home. This represents years of collecting and lots of walking and interacting with nature. He shared, “All you have to do is look down—history is right there.” Mike documents all of his finds, sharing the history with friends and other collectors. He does presentations for local Amish schools, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, and other interested groups.
The Artifacts
Mike has a vast collection of tools that were used in the past. These are made of various types of stone, lasting through time. The tools were used for everyday life purposes, such as grinding, cutting, drilling, and finding food. Mike shared a paint cup he found. The peck marks from shaping the piece can be seen in detail. He was excited to find the second part (similar to a mortar and pestle) just right near the piece. What a find! The Miami and the Potawatomi are major tribes that lived in the Middlebury area, with various other groups, such as the Wea and the Kickapoo, passing through from time to time. Today, some descendants of these groups still live in the greater area, using modern tools for the same purposes as their ancestors did long ago. The Pokagon Band of the Potawatomi has tribal government in Dowagiac, Michigan, hosting a pow wow each summer.
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Connecting to Nature
Mike’s connection to the past is deeply rooted in his connection to nature. He spends many hours outside looking for the artifacts. He often wonders what the land might have looked like at the time when the artifact was used and how the people lived. Knowing the natural resources available helps him imagine how they might have lived. I asked him if he could live like they did then and he promptly replied, “In the warm months.” To understand the past, Mike needs to know geology, geography, and typical ways of living in earlier times. He shared how he found tools made of a flint not found locally. Based on historical records, he found the source in Ohio. The flint was transported to the local area and then shaped into tools here, based on the flecks of flint found in the soil. Today he continues that early connection to nature through extensive gardening projects on both a personal and professional level, hoping to find artifacts as he looks down.
Mike points out details on artifacts found in Middlebury.
Game Stone
Paint pot and pestle
Tips for Find ing Artifacts 1. Get permission from the landowners. 2. Learn as much as you can about artifacts from books and the Internet. 3. Ask lots of questions, meeting collectors if possible. 4. Check plowed ground in the spring after it has rained a few times. 5. State regulations only allow surface collecting. No digging is allowed. The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi gathers for pow wows today.
Places to View Artifacts in the Michiana Area Elkhart County Historical Museum www.ElkhartCountyHistory.org Bristol, IN Woodlawn Nature Center www.WoodlawnNatureCenter.com Elkhart, IN Niles History Center www.NilesHistoryCenter.org Niles, Michigan november 2014
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around TOWN | Boys & Girls Club
Thumbs up for service! Club member Julia Mumford smiles while filling boxes of potatoes during the Seed to Feed project.
SEASON OF THANKS
By Lindsay Saunders Associate Executive Director, B&G Club Middlebury Photos by David Veach, Teen Director, B&G Club Middlebury
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supportive community, engaging programs, a place to belong—these are just a few of the things Boys & Girls Club of Middlebury members are grateful for this month. Inspired by all that has been provided for them, Club members aren’t just saying “thank you” to their Middlebury supporters; they’re showing it, too! Giving Thanks through Service Through meaningful acts of community service, teen members in the Club leadership programs Keystone Club and Torch Club demonstrate their gratitude for a supportive Middlebury community. In October, Club members from both groups assisted with a potato harvest to support Seed to Feed, a program of Church Community Services that helps to address food insecurity in Elkhart County. Teen member Austin Kipker proudly holds one of hundreds of the potatoes the Boys & Girls Club helped harvest for Seed to Feed.
“We are very thankful for our community,” says Keystone Club President Corrina Mocherman. “Middlebury is such a great place to live and we want to show our thanks to all of those people who help make the Boys & Girls Club available to us.” Together, the Keystone and Torch Clubs have spent weeks working with Teens’ Services Director David Veach to map out service projects for the 2014-15 academic year. “The teens have been on fire this semester with enthusiasm, showing tremendous interest in bringing service projects to life and planning creative ways to give back to the community,” says David. Working as a Team From washing fire trucks at the Middlebury Fire Station to raking yards for the elderly and cleaning up the campuses of Middlebury Community Schools, the Keystone and Torch Clubs have planned project after project, all focused on supporting the one entity that has always supported them—our community—for which, the Boys & Girls Club is truly thankful.
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20 Years to D.C. by Tammy Tilley Photos by Mr. Luken
2014 summer Washington, D.C. trip
20 years to D.C. sounds more befitting to
an up-and-coming pop-singing group, but the name actually reflects the number of years Northridge Middle School Social Studies teacher Tim Luken has organized and taken 8th grade students on the Washington, D.C. trip. To date, 2,500 students have taken this trip during spring break. Last year, Luken and NMS began offering two trips: one at spring break, and a second trip following the last day of school.
Last year when we were visiting the Air Force “ Memorial, the Air Force band was playing. They invited all of our group up on stage to sing with them. It was an awesome experience and the entire crowd really got into it. - Mr. Luken 8 inMiddlebury Magazine | november 2014
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NMS 8th graders pose in front of the White House during the spring break trip to Washington, D.C. This milestone year, Luken looks forward to the trip as much as he did the first trip in 1994: “I never get tired of going,” he said. “I really feel like I learn something new every year, and it’s rewarding for me to see the excitement on the students’ faces. “Most students wouldn’t have a chance to go to Washington, D.C. without this opportunity,” Luken reflects, as the trip provides 8th graders a firsthand look at the nation’s capital. Shawn Baker, former NMS student, recalls a special moment from his 2001 trip: “We went to Arlington National Cemetery and watched the changing of the guard. As an 8th grader, I had the opportunity to present our school’s wreath for that ceremony.” Today, Baker also teaches 8th grade social studies alongside Luken and credits that trip as part of his decision to become a teacher. As a chaperone for the trip, Baker also sees the amount of work it takes to pull off one of these trips. Said Baker, “Hundreds of students can thank Mr. Luken for getting the chance to visit our nation’s capital.”
Are you a Northridge Middle School 8th Grader? This year’s dates: April 2-7 (spring break) or June 4-9 (summer)
Highlights include: Gettysburg, Arlington National Cemetery, Mount Vernon, Smithsonian Institute, night tours, dinner/dance cruise, and more. Cost: $779 Deposit: $250 due by Dec. 18 Information packets have been sent home. Fundraising opportunities are available! For more information, contact Mr. Luken: 574.825.9531 or email: Lukent@mcsin-k12.org november 2014
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Middlebury
Milestones Birthday Wishes to: 11/2 Brittney Lehman 11/3 Malia Garber 11/3 Amy Short 11/4 Alta M. Hershberger 11/4 Darcy Ebersol 11/4 Nancy Miller 11/4 Willie Fisher 11/6 Gavin Newby 11/7 Alana Wise 11/9 Alex Garcia 11/9 Nick Mueller 11/11 Kirsten Schumachet 11/14 Tom Fribley 11/14 Galen Clemmer 11/14 Michelle Grewe 11/15 Alan Wise 11/16 Sherri Tavernier 11/17 Bailey Yoder 11/19 Levi King 11/19 Joshua Crusie 11/19 Cinamon Short 11/20 Carol Trotter, 65th! 11/23 Olivia Crowder 11/24 Lauren Tilley
11/25 Jim Miller 11/28 Sharon Wyse 11/28 Becky Barksdale 11/28 Zachary Salisbury 11/28 Monroe Harrington 11/28 Jackson Culp 11/29 Sarah Graber 11/30 Kelsey Olds
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Happy 30th Annive rsary Kent & Jill Miller!
Chris & Tammie Griffin, 17 years and still in love!
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Anniversary Wishes to: 11/3 Keith & Arlene Julien 11/3 Kent & Jill Miller 11/4 James & Stefanie Hickman 11/4 Kyle & Gill Bontrager 11/8 Chris & Tammie Griffin 11/18 Alan & Patty Wise 11/24 Sam & Samantha Harrington 11/25 David & Maria Ridenour 11/25 Tim & Carol Trotter 11/27 Ben & Anna Yoder 11/29 Galen & Eileen Clemmer
Happy birthday, Olivia Crowder!
Happy 76th birthday, Jim Miller !
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Happy 35th Anniversary Keith & Arlene Julien!
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Community Calendar
November
Nov. 22, 7 pm Lexi Elisha Performs at Heritage Hall
Join us for our upcoming music concert featuring Christian singer Lexi Elisha! In a culture full of girls and young women seeking to conform to unrealistic perceptions of beauty, Lexi breaks the mold. Audiences leave feeling they’ve just connected with a real girl who shares her doubts, fears and dreams openly and honestly. Her desire to share the love of God with the world is coupled with her calling to speak life into a generation of girls who need to be told that they are not alone. She is a genuine girl with genuine music that everyone can identify with. Cody Collier, WFRN DJ & Co-Host, will be opening for Lexi. He’s a singer-songwriter, worship leader, radio host and family man, and he talks to us about finding God in the busyness. Call for tickets or visit the website to order online. 13489 CR 16 • Middlebury • 800-455-9471 • www.Essenhaus.com
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American Legion Dinners, 5:30 – 7 pm, Public welcome 1st Friday: Fish dinner 2nd Friday: Varied menu provided by Legion Riders 3rd Friday: Broasted chicken 4th Friday: Varied menu provided by the Auxiliary 5th Friday: Lasagna dinner Last Saturday: Steak grill Call the Legion at 825-5121 for more info. 1St & 3rd Mondays: Town Council Meetings at Town Hall – 6 pm
Weekly Mon – Fri: REAL Services Lunch, Ages 60+, Greencroft Tues: Euchre Night, Greencroft – 6:30 pm WED: Middlebury Exchange Club, Essenhaus – 6:30 am Fri: Optimist Club Breakfast, Essenhaus – 6:30 am
Nov. 22, 6 pm
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Mini-Golf at Library – 9 am - 4 pm
The American Legion Auxiliary of Post #210 Middlebury is once again offering a night of adult dining and entertainment. The evening starts with happy hour, followed by a dinner, door prizes and the play, Drama at the Devonshire. The play was written and directed by Middlebury resident Darlene Summerton. It centers around a manned elevator in a high rise condominium in Florida and features local talent. Cost is $25 per person and all tickets are pre-sale. Call for more information. American Legion • Post #210, 103 York Drive • 825-5121
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SwingFry, NHS – 3 - 8 pm
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American Red Cross Blood Donation at Griner Church
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Parent Teacher Conferences at NHS
Nov. 23, 2 - 4 pm
Nov. 8th, 11 am - 3 pm
Drama at the Devonshire
50th Anniversary Open House
Roger and Sally Hellinga would like the community to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with them at First United Methodist Church in Middlebury on Sunday, November 23rd, from 2 - 4 pm. The couple requests no gifts. First United Methodist Church • 301 S Main St • Middlebury
21 Hometown Holidays, Downtown – 4 - 8 pm 21-22 NHS Drama “The Secret Garden” 26-28 Thanksgiving Break, No School
Party in the Park
East Park, Downtown Kids games; live music; free hotdogs and popcorn; and coats, gloves, boots free for those in need. Sponsored by Crystal Valley Missionary Church.
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Left to right: Brad, Kim, Chad, Mark & Ryan Botts
Don’t Replace... RE-FACE Your Cabinets! By Stephanie J. Salisbury
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f you’ve been inside Middlebury’s American Legion, you’ve probably admired the beautiful cabinetry in the bar area. That’s the handiwork of a local family-owned business you’ve likely already heard of. Business History Doors & Drawers was established in 1978 in Middlebury by Mark Botts and his wife, Kim. Mark learned his skills from his father, Harry, who owned Middlebury Church Furniture. When asked to provide cabinet doors and drawer fronts for a friend, the part-time ‘side’ business soon stood on its own merits when they added installation to their offerings. Originally housed in the old Woolen Mills building, the expanding business needed more space. They moved to Goshen in 1990, closer to the Botts’ home. One of their first employees was our Town Council member Dan Frederick. The Family The Botts’ sons - Chad, Ryan, and Brad - have been involved since they were old enough to clean up and help in the shop. Now, they work in production and sales, while Mark is President and Kim is Vice President. Quick, Beautiful Process Gutting and replacing custom cabinetry can be terribly expensive and time-consuming. Instead, Doors & Drawers reuses your existing cabinets by removing old doors, reinforcing and revitalizing existing frames, and installing new wood panels, facings, and trims. They use the best part
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of your cabinets and fit them with a beautiful solid wood exterior, giving your kitchen a brand-new look. All work is done at your home, typically installed within three days. Only solid hardwoods are used, no laminates, with hand-rubbed stains, protected with a durable, moistureresistant finish. “Every dollar spent in the kitchen updating is usually returned at the time of sale,” said Botts. “That means, unlike a lot of renovations, should you decide to sell, you’ll likely get every penny back that you put into this work!”
Mark Botts recently visited his old friend and former employee Dan Frederick while in town.
For more information: visit www.DoorsAndDrawersInc.com, call 574-533-3509, or visit their showroom at 2302 Dierdorff Road in Goshen.
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around TOWN
A Different Sort of
Swan Song Written by Melissa Troyer Photo credit: Steven Seelig
The phrase ‘swan song’ refers to an ancient belief that swans sing a beautiful song in the moment just before death, having been silent during most of their lifetime. The outcome of this swan’s story is yet to be finalized but, due to the efforts of some big-hearted neighbors, a feathered friend was saved and joyous noises were raised. The Stone Lake neighborhood was involved with a very special rescue in August. A cygnet (young swan) was found in distress with a fish hook in his bill and the line and bobber around his neck. The neighbors worked together and communicated in part via their Facebook group for the Stone Lake Conservation Club. The rescue attempt was tricky. According to the Facebook thread, the DNR wasn’t able to assist due to the aggressive nature of the adult swans and due to limited manpower, so the group took the matter Baby Klay shown with his family
Injured cygnet with line & bobber around his neck
into their own hands. They contacted a swan rescue resource which gave tips and cautions for the rescue. The injured swan was unable to eat, so a plan had to be formed quickly. Just a few days after finding the injured cygnet, the neighbors were able to complete their mission. It took several boats and many hands to complete the rescue. With some maneuvering, they were able to separate the baby from its parents, and the removal of the hook, line and bobber was swift. According to the Facebook page, the cygnet was named ‘Baby Klay’ after rescuer Klay Shorthouse. It’s evident that many people worked together to save Baby Klay, and that the neighbors bonded through the effort. Donna West expressed that it went well when she posted, “Kudos for the Stone Lake rescu-
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ers! The baby swan has been set free, and we actually looked like we knew what we were doing! Good job!” The community continues to watch as migration time approaches for the swans. It’s anticipated that the cygnet may be left behind. If so, he won’t go unnoticed as the group works to figure out the best plan for Baby Klay, which could include a bird sanctuary in Vicksburg, Michigan.
Great work, Stone Lake!
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I want to be able to “connect to people. ”
Kasey Kirchner
is All-Write By Haley Checkley
Kasey Kirchner, at 17 years of age, has accomplished more than some adults in their entire lifetime. The selfpublished author proudly presented her first novel, “Era”, to online and local stores this fall and already is working on book three of the five-part series.
Her Own Little World
A storyteller by nature, Kirchner began in middle school by putting pen to paper and, suddenly, entire worlds were forming right under her fingertips. “I don’t think I even realized I was writing a book until it was almost finished,” Kirchner said. “It was just this idea in my head that was taking up too much space in my brain, and I had to get it down on paper so it would stop calling me.” 60,000 words later, “Era” began to take shape as its own novel: a medieval world with modern characters. Kirchner said the task may seem daunting to outsiders but, to her, the words simply “pour out” of her. The series is classified as young adult fiction and the characters in it as fantastic in nature. A prince and a gardener are called forth on a journey by fate when their kingdom is threatened. Their quest to save their queen is challenging, but through it comes a chance at self-discovery. “It’s consuming,” Kirchner said of the series. “I think you can definitely tell that a 16-year-old wrote the first book, and someone a little bit more mature wrote the second book. It grows with me, which I think is unique.” 16 inMiddlebury Magazine | november 2014
Pieces of Her
Kirchner said the most rewarding part of creating the series is the opportunity to create characters that are pieces of herself and knowing that people enjoy those pieces. “I want to be able to connect to people,” Kirchner said earnestly. “If I could just write and people read it, I would be happy as a clam, but getting compliments is just icing on the cake.” Kirchner is now a senior at Northridge High School and hopes to be finished with the “Era” series before she leaves for college next fall. She hopes to find a small campus close to home. “I need to look,” she giggled. “I’ve just been so busy writing!” Even if the future remains somewhat unclear, one thing is completely certain to the young author: writing is always going to be a part of her life. “I don’t know if there will ever really be a point that I know that I am a writer; at least, a professional one,” she said. “But I’m never going to stop writing. I love it.” Kirchner’s book is available in paperback and ebook and can be found on her website www.WordsForWrite.com as well as other online retailers including www.Amazon.com and www.BarnesAndNoble.com. Paperbacks are available at The Cinnamon Stick in Middlebury, Better World Books in Goshen, and Mummphy’s Book Nook at Concord Mall. Look for the upcoming 3rd edition.
Hometown
Holidays
Friday, November 21 • 4 pm - 8 pm It’s that magical night in Middlebury each Friday before Thanksgiving when friends and neighbors gather in town to enjoy food, decorations, shopping, and seeing friends and neighbors. Inside this special Hometown Holidays pull-out guide, you’ll find what’s happening that evening. While the official event times, as hosted by the Middlebury Chamber of Commerce, are from 4 - 8 pm, please check with each business to confirm the hours of their special offers. For up-to-date information, visit the event’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/MiddleburyHometownHolidays
Live Entertainment
Mykayla Cynthia
At the Library Three local singers/songwriters will perform 5:15 - 6 pm Americana Folk Singer Mitchell McLane from Goshen 6:15 - 7 pm Pop and Folk Singer Mykayla Cynthia from Millersburg 7:15 - 8 pm Folk Rock Singer Jason Ropp from Goshen
Mitchell McLane
Ace Hardware 4:30 - 8 pm Instrumentalists Pine Lunch Mix from Kalamazoo 4 - 8 pm Water-color artist Alan Shuptrine exhibits prints from his series “On the Appalachian Trail.” Fire Department 4 - 8 pm Chili Supper Varns & Hoover 6:30 pm - Northern Lights Show Choir performs Sponsored By:
Jason Ropp
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The Middlebury Township Fire Department will be hosting a
Chili Supper
Friday, November 21st • 4 - 8 pm At the Middlebury Fire Station, 117 N Main Street All proceeds to benefit community not-for-profit organizations Cost: Donations at the door Carry-out is available
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SCHOOLS | NHS
Chinese Program Entertains at NHS By Steve Troyer, Vice Principal
The North China EP University performing arts group sang and danced in front of a packed Northridge High School auditorium on September 22. The program, Amazing China, highlighted the various cultural and historical dances and music of the country. Students were entertained with a variety of musical styles throughout the show. The Dance of the Butterflies was a crowd favorite, as performers spun traditional Chinese handkerchiefs on their fingers, dancing and tossing the colorful spinning cloth around the stage. The Kung Fu dance which demonstrated the athletic agility of the ancient warriors was another memorable act. After the performance, students had an opportunity to meet the troupe. The stage was full of students snapping photos of this unique event and getting pictures with their favorite dancer. University officials toured Northridge High School and were impressed with the building, equipment, and teachers. A special thanks goes to Mr. Zhongjie Lang (NHS Chinese teacher) for helping bring this cultural event to Middlebury and to Mr. Andrew Wood (NHS Principal) for supporting the performance. Many teachers allowed students to attend the performance during their class time which also made this event possible.
Upcoming Events at NHS
15th – Choir SwingFry 19th – Parent Teacher Conferences 21st & 22nd – Fall Drama “The Secret Garden” 26th – 28th – Thanksgiving Break
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SCHOOLS | NHS
We Are Raider Nation! By Stephanie J. Salisbury
Darin Sorg is President of the Middlebury Community Football Foundation, a not-for-profit for which the Raider Nation is the fundraising arm. As a tax-exempt entity, any donation you provide will be tax deductible, and your dollars are well spent! How Raider Nation Helps “We are off to a great start!” says Sorg. Last year, the Raider Nation generated around $17,000 which helped with registration fees for competitions, offset some of the cost of kids going to camps this year, bought new headsets for the coaching staff, and contributed to a ‘huddle program’ which is a camera on a tall stick which records plays and practices so they can watch and learn later. “Normally, we have a parent night where parents meet and write checks for travel, food costs, and whatnot. We were able to pay for every away meal for every varsity and JV player,” said Sorg. “That really hit home. The parents with just one single child playing football normally have a $50-65 food fee, so this had a big impact for the family and household.” Funds generated go to the purchase of new and maintenance of existing equipment; skills and educational camps for students and coaches; improvements to facilities, practice, and game fields; and offsetting costs for players unable to afford the wonderful experience of being involved in high school football. About The Group “We have a great group, very passionate about football!” says Sorg. “We ultimately wanted to create an outlet where some caring folks out here could help contribute and assist the football program to be successful, give them a bit of an edge, help them be more competitive on the playing field,” he explains. “We’re not looking for a pat on the back, we’re just one little piece of the recipe, one pinch of Raider Nation Football, but happy to be part of the success and the staff and team’s strong desire to win.” Get Involved! For more information on how you can contribute to our kids through Raider Nation Football as an individual or as a corporate sponsor, email RaiderNationFootball_MCFF@yahoo.com. 26 inMiddlebury Magazine | november 2014
NHS BOG TRIP Mrs. Jones’ ACP biology class did a water-testing and ecosystem study on September 22 in Bristol, accompanied by Andy Langdon of the Elkhart County Parks. The students performed eight different chemical tests on the water and then did a macroinvertebrate study. The class concluded that the water quality was good except the E. coli bacteria count was high and phosphates were detected in the water. The students then did a study of old field succession, a tree line and the Lieber Bog. Luckily, they did not see the Massasagua Rattlesnake that is rumored to live there!
Kira Stout, Mikayla Rayburn, Zoie Peterson, and Ellie Lengacher
NHS
Athletics
Fall Sports | Highlights All photos on this page were taken by Russ Draper.
The varsity volleyball team celebrates after a play.
Philip Keller leads the boys’ varsity soccer team onto the field.
High school cheerblock at homecoming.
Mason Troyer reacts after a tackle.
A drop shot by Austen Schmidt.
2014 Homecoming King and Queen, Scout Burnstine and Brennah Tadeo.
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around TOWN | Middlebury Gives Back
HERO DAY By Mr. Miller, Principal Photos on this page by Amy Kristoff
@ MES
On September 11, 2014, Middlebury Elementary School held a Patriot Day assembly to honor our local heroes for their service. In attendance were policemen, firefighters, EMS workers, active military personnel, veterans, nurses, and more. Students waved flags as all of the heroes entered the gym. Students then sung to our heroes followed by all of them introducing themselves to the students as they received medals of honor. The end of the assembly culminated in having everyone go outside as the heroes drove away with sirens whirring and motorcycles growling. It was an important day as students learned about those who serve and the sacrifices they make. MES sends out a huge thank you to all of our local heroes!
Bailey YODER - 3rd Grade
Q: What is a hero? A: A person that sacrifices their life for you. Q: Why are heroes important to our community? A: The community would be dangerous without them. Q: What did Hero Day mean to you? A: It meant giving them medals because they are special and important.
Mia Boyer - Kindergarten
McKynze Sivits - 3rd Grade
Q: Why are heroes important to our community? A: Because they protect you.
Q: Why are heroes important to our community? A: Heroes help us stay safe and protect us.
Q: What did Hero Day mean to you? A: It meant making heroes feel special.
Q: What did Hero Day mean to you? A: It meant a lot because I got to see doctors, nurses, firefighters, and policemen which made me feel happy.
Q: What is a hero? A: A hero saves people.
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Q: What is a hero? A: A person that helps us.
Photos on this page by Kris Mueller
MES Students Tour Essenhaus Noodle Factory Indiana third graders are required to gain knowledge and process information about their local community from a variety of resources. This fall, our third grade classes have been exploring and gaining knowledge about our community by visiting various Middlebury businesses. In these pictures, MES students are shown touring the Essenhaus Noodle Factory. While at the factory, students watched noodles being made, learned about how the Essenhaus has changed and expanded over time, and became aware of the far-reaching impact of our beloved local business. Each student also received a free bag of noodles. Thank you, Essenhaus, for such a great hands-on learning experience! november 2014
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SCHOOLS
ORCHARD VIEW Orchard View Elementary celebrated Safety Week September 15th – 19th. During the week, we practiced our safety drills including fire, storm, and general preparedness. We had many special activities planned throughout the week for staff and students. On Tuesday, our School Counselor, Eric Lemmon, went to all of the classrooms and read a book to the students about filling each other’s buckets. During the beginning of our Safety Week, we collected money for ALS and the class that collected the most money got to help dump ice water on participating staff members! We collected $750 for ALS. Wednesday, we had all of the kids go outside to watch the staff do the ALS Ice Bucket challenge. Those staff members challenged the staff at Jefferson Elementary. On Thursday, the staff and students wore their new “No Bully Zone” t-shirts and we took an all-school photo. And, on Friday, we had our Bounce Back-to-School festival here at Orchard View with food, frozen yogurt, games, prizes, and fireworks from Essenhaus. Overall, it was a fun-filled week!
Orchard View Elementary Poinsettia Sale From: Now – Nov. 12th Pick up Date: Saturday, Dec. 6th from 9 am – 3 pm Order forms available on: www.mcsin-k12.org/ove Orchard View Elementary Holiday Craft Bazaar Saturday, Dec. 6th 9 am – 3 pm
JEFFERSON Collect A Million Club In November, 2011, we began a project to benefit the Ronald McDonald House at Riley Hospital for Children. The goal was to collect 1,000,000 pop tabs and we have finally reached our goal!
S FUN FACT lents surement Equiva Pop Tab Mea b 1 inch = 1 pop ta bs ta 1 foot = 12 pop pop tabs 1 pound = 1,267 pop tabs 1 mile = 63,360
Front: Carson Simmons, Jack Germani, Kacyn Knepp, Zoe Willems, Campbell Lehman Back: Ryan Gibson and Amberosiah Simpson
YORK It was a crisp, early fall evening, and the PTO-sponsored Yorkfest could not have been a more successful event! Students and their families came to the school to enjoy hotdogs and floats. While the parents socialized and got to know each other, students played together on the playground. It was a fun way to kick off a new year!
Heritage Intermediate
Celebrates School Safety Week School Safety Week was a huge success at Heritage Intermediate School this year! We started off the week celebrating International Dot Day, where each student created ‘dots’ that represented what ‘mark’ they can make on the world. The Pro Kids Show with Tim Hannig entertained us on Tuesday with a program supporting our No Bully Zone rules and emphasized how we should respect one another. That evening, parents and the community were invited to attend the great program filled with magic! Our hallways were filled with students talking with one another on Wednesday, as each student shared their identity posters with others, highlighting our unique and individual characteristics that make us special. If you were a visitor in our building this special week, you were able to hold one of our baby ducks! Culver Duck donated ducks for students to participate in hands-on learning about why ducks are so important to families in need. A school donation that was collected throughout the week went to Heifer International, which promotes helping others by providing hunger relief. Thanks, HIS Students, for a terrific Safety Week!
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Welcome to the Real World NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE
By Dr. Goodman, Principal
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orthridge Middle School held its annual Reality Day for all sixth grade students on Friday, October 3rd. Reality Day is a math activity that encourages students to continue their education, make wise choices, know the difference between needs and wants, and recognize the importance of math skills. This is the tenth year we have had Reality Day and, each year, it is successful because of the number of parents who volunteer their time. At Reality Day, the sixth grade students visited booths manned by approximately 120 enthusiastic parent volunteers. Students visited a series of tables to provide for the month’s housing, groceries, clothing, transportation, child care, telephone, insurance, utilities, television and internet services, entertainment, and pet expenses. Students had to make decisions about how to spend their money while considering their income and family size. At the transportation booth, students had to decide what type of car they would buy or if they would they prefer a horse and buggy. Some students discovered that they did not have enough money for items they ‘needed’, like entertainment and HDTV. Some students finally conceded that they would have to visit the Financial Assistance booth for a second job just to survive the day. Students also had to watch their speed as they traveled from one booth to the next, as police officers were handing out citations for violations. Lastly, students had one more dose of reality: they had to draw a ‘Fate Card’ and had to deal with some of life’s unexpected events. Students also had options of putting the money into savings, investing for retirement, or donating some to charity.
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This Reality Day was designed as an introductory lesson about careers, needs versus wants, and the choices students will make in the years ahead. It bridges the gap between education and real life and should help to answer the question, “Why do we have to learn this, anyway?” The sixth grade teachers hope that what students discovered will extend well past the school day and into conversations at home and the future. This special day would not have been successful without the help of so many parents who took time out of their busy schedules to help us. We are so fortunate to work in such a supportive community!
Photos by Kris Mueller
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Photo by Kris Mueller
Band photos by Stacey Diamond Photos by Russ Draper
Don’t Miss Swingfry!
SwingFry will be the debut of 2 new choirs – Radiance, with 51 women and Varsity Lights, with 35 men! This year is an extra special year with an alumni reunion to celebrate the 10th Anniversary for Starlights and the 20th Anniversary for Northern Lights!
November 15, 3-8pm
The Northridge Choral Department & MMPA are hosting the annual SwingFry! There will be performances by the Northridge High School & Middle School Choirs as well as performances by several area schools. There will be an all-you-can-eat fish & chicken dinner. There will also be a bake sale & a silent auction. Come and support the Northridge Choral Department! Tickets are available at the door. For information, call NHS at 825-2142. 3:00- 6th Grade 3:20- Radiance 3:40- 7th Grade 4:00- Chamber Lights 4:20- 8th Grade 4:40- Varsity Lights 5:00- Starlights Concert Choir 5:20- Lyric Lights 5:40 -Dinner Break 6:30- Knight Lights 6:50- Fairfield Expressions 7:10- Northridge Starlights 7:30- Fairfield Fusion 7:50- Northridge Northern Lights 8:10- Alumni Mass Choir
Ticket Prices:
Adults: $12 Ages 5-12: $8 4 years and under: Free Carry-out dinner only: $10 Show only: $6 All Northridge Choral Alumni: Free entrance to shows ($6 for dinner)
Calling All Choir Alumni & Alumni Parents In light of the Starlights’ 10th anniversary and the Northern Lights’ 20th, the NHS Choir Department announces an online database for all alumni and their parents. It will be utilized to share info, contest results and upcoming events. Sign up for the alumni database at www.NorthridgeChoirs.com.
Marching BAND updates The Raider Marching Band has been having a very successful early season with competitions at Goshen, Concord, and Penn. The Raider band finished 2nd, 1st, and 2nd respectively. This year’s marching show is called The Age of Progress. Full contest and rehearsal schedule can be found at www.NorthridgeBand.org 34 inMiddlebury Magazine | november 2014
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