12-26-2013 by Pulaski News

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2013

VOLUME LXXIII, NO. 26

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In-tree-guing History by Amanda Robinson

For generations people have brought trees into their homes during the holiday season to decorate, but does anyone really know why? People all across the world do this, so how did this tradition start and manage to go worldwide? There are a few different theories on how the tradition started, but most historians seem to think that the tradition has its roots most ﬁrmly in Germany. It’s said that a monk was visiting the country to spread the Word of God and used the Fir Tree to describe the Holy Trinity because of its triangular shape. People began to see the tree as “God’s tree” and Firs were hung upside down from ceilings during Christmas time as a symbol of Christianity throughout much of central Europe. Let’s hope they didn’t bring down the roof and land on anyone. By the 1850’s companies began to produce decorations that became the modern day bulbs and strings of tinsel. They still had candles instead of the strings of lights like in today’s Christmas decorations,

and ﬁres were sometimes a problem. While this was going on, immigrants began to move to America. They brought with them their own traditions, including the one of the Christmas tree. However, this didn’t begin to spread around the country until a bit later in its life. Christmas trees have gone through a lot in their time. Not only are they regularly abused by the family cat, but they’ve had plenty of makeovers; some rather cringe worthy. Anyone who has watched the classic A Charlie Brown Christmas, or lived in that time, recognizes that Christmas trees were at one point were not only metal, but also bright pink or orange. Don’t even mention the polka dots or checks everyone’s trying to forget. Nowadays there are a huge variety of fake trees, but thank goodness the garishly colored metal ones haven’t made a comeback. Whether you prefer a fake Christmas tree, cutting one down in the woods, or ripping it right out of the ground, it’s no doubt a basic holiday decoration in many households at Christmas time.

Cantata into the Christmas season by Jenna Guernsey

St. John Lutheran Church in Pulaski hosted its annual Christmas Cantata on Thursday, December 19 at 7 p.m. The “Oh Holy Night” Cantata was a fully orchestrated 24 piece Christmas musical that took the viewers on an emotional journey through the events that happened on Christmas Eve. St. John Lutheran Church has held the Cantata every year for over 20 years in the Pulaski community, and this year it performed the “Oh Holy Night” Cantata by Russell Mauldins. The adult church choir at St. John Lutheran Church predominantly performed in the Cantata

Marquis Yachts, LLC by Mason Ziemer

Marquis Yachts, located in Pulaski, has reached an agreement to work with a Dutch company, VanDutch Yachts, to build yachts in Pulaski. Marquis’ production of the yachts is expected to start this month. The VanDutch Yachts that will be manufactured ranging in size from about 30 to 70 feet. A great boost for the local economy, the new agreement could create up to 150 jobs, with 50 to 70 employees hired in the

next month or two. The jobs being created will range from ofﬁce to engineering positions. The agreement was reached in about a three month span by CEO and President Robert VanGrunsven and the VanDutch Company. Marquis Yachts, LLC will now be manufacturing not only VanDutch Yachts, but Carver Yachts also, which came out of bankrupcy in 2010 as Marquis yachts. VanDutch ﬁrst started manufacturing yachts in 2009.

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added new songs like “Joseph” which told the heart wrenching story of Joseph which many do not know. “The One” which is a much more upbeat and jazzy song was also performed. “We really have a mixture of all traditional and modern songs,” said Scharenbrock. “There was something that everyone enjoyed.” The Cantata last year attracted around 275 people on the reschedule date due to a storm. There was a reception after involving beautiful hors d’oeuvres and desserts. Thank you to all who came and supported the St. John Lutheran Church choir and enjoyed this night of music.

Lighting up the streets of Indian Trails by Samantha Krusic, Kennedy Tebo, and Emily Zambrowicz

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under the direction of Sarah Scharenbrock and accompanied by David P. Schmidt on the piano. “We put it on as an outreach to the community,” said orchestrator Scharenbrock. “Everyone looks for that opportunity to experience a good musical performance and this one especially highlights the real meaning behind Christmas.” While featuring many traditional songs, the Cantata adds a twist to the traditional songs to make them more modern and upbeat and much more effective for the audience. Many know the traditional songs like “Oh Holy Night” and “Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel”, however they

On the night before Christmas, homeowners in Indian Trails in Hobart partake in the tradition of lighting luminaries on the streets around the neighborhood. The luminaries line the streets and driveways and consist of paper bags with a candle lit in the bottom of the bag. The bags are weighed down by sand, kitty litter, rocks or basically anything of the homeowner’s choosing that can keep the bag weighed down.

Typically, cars will ride through the beautiful streets of Indian Trails with only their parking lights on during the night to truly appreciate the glow of the luminaries. The luminaries are normally lit around 4 p.m., or sunset, and will eventually die down on their own around midnight. The neighborhood of Indian Trails hopes that not only everyone in Indian Trails participates but the neighborhoods adjacent as well. This includes anything roughly bordered by County J, FF, Berkshire, Navajo, etc. Not only is it a beautiful sight to see, it is also tradi-

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tion for many families to drive through the neighborhood and enjoy Christmas Eve together. “I have lived in the neighborhood for 16 years, and as far as I know it goes back a lot farther than that,” said Barb Zarvan, current homeowner in Indian Trails. It is unknown how long the tradition has been in place, but it is safe to say at least a couple decades. For more information about luminaries on Christmas Eve in Indian Trails, please visit the website at www.indiantrailsassociation.com/christmas-eveluminaries.

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Editorial: Busy by Kimberly Uelmen

I now am starting to understand why my mom gets so stressed during the holidays. In college, Christmas was the goal; it was the time that we looked forward to because it meant a month long break full of sleeping in and hanging out with friends. Now, as an adult…especially an adult who works as the District Communications Coordinator for the Pulaski Community School District, Christmas means attending every holiday, winter, Christmas, and community concert in the immediate area. I am writing this after having attending three concerts in one day, and let me tell you, I learned a little something today. Although this may have been a long day, it made me realize that these performers of all ages absolutely love what they do. And best of all, they love what they do in the Pulaski Community School District. At the Christmas Collage Concert, also known as the community band and choir concert, there were transitions from young students in school choirs

all the way to adults who take time out of their busy schedules to make sweet music in and for the Pulaski community. It is amazing to see how the young students, of whom I can envision dropping their small mouths open to form the perfect Gloria in “Angels We Have Heard on High”, transition throughout their lives and continue their love of music to the community band and/or choir. Of course none of this could happen without the dedication and influence of the music directors and teachers at all levels throughout the district. They are the definition of “paying it forward”. In fact, all teachers are the definition of “paying it forward”. The influence that our teachers have is exponential. I still remember my favorite teachers. Ironically, I currently work with them, and I enjoy it. Well, this editorial transitioned from being about Christmas concerts to thanking teachers, but that is ok because that’s what the holiday season is about, right? Being thankful to those we love and enjoying that good ol’ Christmas spirit.

Credit requirements to change starting with class of 2016 by Emily Budz

Changes in credit requirements are coming for the class of 2016 and beyond. The current sophomores, the class of 2016, will need to sign up for a writing course as juniors so that they can take a reading course during their senior year. The current freshmen of Pulaski High School, graduates of 2017, will now be required to graduate with 23 credits. The class of 2018 will need to take 24 credits to graduate. Earlier this year, the state of Wisconsin passed a state legislation making these requirements. These students will now have to take three years of math and science instead of two years. The form below explains in detail what the requirements will be. “We need to make sure we

are meeting the needs all of our students,” said Jenny Gracyalny, Director of Learning Services. “We figured that 80 percent already takes three years of math and science, so we just need to make sure that other 20 percent who wasn’t planning on taking the third year has options.” Some classes will aid in fulfilling the math and science credit. For example, an agriscience class could be counted as fulfilling one credit of science. These details have yet to be worked out. “Career and technical education classes could be equivalency credits. In the actual passing of the law, it said that if they went through the equivalency process, some classes can be eligible for math and science credits,” said Gracyalny.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS- CLASS OF 2016 & BEYOND Minimum Credit Requirement Implementation Class of 2014- 22 credits, use current graduation requirements. Class of 2015- 22 credits, use current graduation requirements. Class of 2016- 22 credits, must have taken Writing Elective and Reading Elective. Class of 2017- 23 credits, same new requirements as Class of 2016, 3 credits of Math, and 3 credits of Science. Class of 2018 and beyond- 24 credits, same new requirements as Class of 2017, and Personal Financial Management. Credits

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Social Studies Civics (Social Studies I) World History (Social Studies II) or AP European History U.S. History (Social Studies III) or AP U.S. History

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All credits earned through the Pulaski High School curriculum will apply toward graduation. Credits also may be earned from alternate sources or during alternate times and be applied toward graduation with the prior approval of the Pulaski High School Principal.

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Cup of Joe: Farewell to 2013 by Joey Thyne As everyone already looks forward to the new year, I would like to take a moment to cherish 2013 while it still lasts. Here is my farewell to one terriﬁc year. 2013 was the year I won Mr. PHS. 2013 was the year the I went to Madison to watch the boys basketball team win state. 2013 was the year Miley Cyrus took the world by storm. 2013 was the year I had to learn Chinese for the musical. 2013 was the year the government was shut down. 2013 was the year I had the best summer job ever. 2013 was the year I saw my favorite band in concert. 2013 was the year I went to Summerfest with all my friends. 2013 was the ﬁrst (and hopefully not the last time) I stayed overnight in the Wisconsin Dells with my friends. 2013 was the year the Pope resigned. 2013 was the year I became a senior at Pulaski

High School. 2013 was the year tailgating (fully clad with barbeques, slip ‘n slides, and games) before football games was the thing to do. 2013 was the year I co-wrote the senior skit. 2013 was the year I found a family in guys’ dance. 2013 was the year I started writing my blog. It will be difﬁcult to say goodbye to 2013. It was an amazing year. Hands down the best year of my life. But something is telling me that 2014 has its own type of magic in store. Something is telling me that 2014 will be even better than 2013. I can feel it in my bones.

Correction

In the thank you to all the contributors for the Pulaski Chamber of Commerce Frosty’s Holiday Event held on Friday, December 6 at the Pulaski Library we accidentally forgot to add First Merit Bank and Country Pride Realty as sponsors of this event. Thanks again to you and all of our sponsors!

Letter to the Editor My Dearest Wisconsinites, You may have been hearing news about the proposed mine in Northern Wisconsin. This mine and its devastation will affect everyone. Do not see these words as a plea from an environmentalist, but rather from a fellow human being. If this mine is built, the consequences will be irreparable. Pristine waterways in the Penokees will run orange with the blood of the mine, affecting everyone who drinks downstream from its origins. The air will fall heavy with Asbestos, as the mining operation will exhume it from the earth. The Native Americans who live upon this sacred

land will witness its destruction as the largest mine in the world will be in their backyard. The misconception of this mine’s benefits is the creation of jobs and a stimulated economy; however, the machinery is automated and the profits will not remain in the community. Whether you care for yourselves, your environment, or for Native Americans, you will see that this mine will bring nothing but ruin. “Only after the last tree has been cut down, Only after the last fish has been caught, Only after the last river has been poisoned... Only then will you find that money cannot be eaten.” Sincerely, Cailie Kafura

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Community The Christmas classics

On Friday, December 6, the Pulaski branch of the American Legion held its annual Christmas party. This year, the party honored two Korean war vets Larry Laubenstein and Dick Blasczyk, who went on the honor flight. The honor flight is where veterans fly to Washington D.C. to see their respective memorials, which was the Korean Memorial for Laubenstein and Blasczyk. Veteran Laubenstein said, “My favorite part of the trip was seeing the changing of the guard, and when we were welcomed home as we got off the plane by National Guard saluting, and thanking us.” Principal Kurtis Sufka of Glenbrook Elementary accepted a $500 check from Annette Van Lannen of Angelica Mobil who applied for the grant from Exxon Mobil. She went through the application process to benefit the math or science education at the school. Van Lannen’s granddaughter attends Glenbrook Elementary and wanted to benefit the school.

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Veteran Blasczyk said, “My favorite part was seeing the Korean War monument. Because the budget was low, they could only create 19 of the 38 statues that they wanted because the war was on the thirty-eighth parallel and ended in thirty-eight months. So, in the end, they only made 19 statues but placed them against a piece of black granite to make it appear to have 38 soldiers.” The Christmas party consisted of food, fellowship, singing carols, and many other fun things. Along with all of the fun they rafﬂed off prizes, so everyone would leave with a prize. As always, they ended the party with the singing of “God Bless America”.

Frosty came home for Christmas by Maddie Walsh

On December 7, Frosty’s Christmas was held at the Brown County Library in Pulaski from 5:30-7:30 p.m. During this event, Mrs. Claus was reading stories to the children while Santa and Hecky the Elf listened to the children tell them what they wanted for Christmas. They had to make sure they were on the nice list ﬁrst, though! The French Club helped the children write letters to Santa, too. At the event, there was free food for the parents and kids alike. Figaro’s pizza, hotdogs, cookies, and apple juice were the main courses of the evening. The Pulaski High School Leo Club helped greatly by serving the food and setting up for this jolly event.

A food donation was asked from all. By the end of the night, a full grocery cart of food was donated. Sadly, because of the bitter cold weather, the annual horse and wagon ride was canceled. Also because of the weather, the attendance was down from past years, but everyone had a good time by the end of the night. A special thank you goes out to the Pulaski High School French and Leo Clubs, to all the businesses who supported this event, the Brown County Library for holding the event, Gloria Morgan for all of her hard work towards this event, and everyone else who took part in making this event able to happen.

Dick Blasczyk, Larry Smith, Chris Smith, and Larry Laubenstein posed for a picture at the Legion Chrsitmas party.

Morgan Denzer, FFA president, helps sort the boxes of fruit and goodies upon their arrival to the high school.

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In the coming weeks, Christmas cheer will be at it’s all time high for the final days of the 2013 holiday season. Little has caused more uprising on television than the constant play reel of classic Christmas films. Of course, everyone has their favorite that will always be at the top of their list, but one thing that becomes all too clear is the quality and gaiety of classic movies that are a must watch for every holiday season. For all of the youngsters out there looking to brighten up their Christmas spirits, there are a variety of movies that are sure to comfort. A perennial favorite that addresses the spiritual and material aspects of the holiday season, A Charlie Brown Christmas, presents a break from the clamor surrounding Christmas. Other favorites such as A Christmas Story and a more recent The Nightmare Before Christmas are sure to jolly up and settle down. Teens this season can also kick back and relax with some great holiday films that are a little more age appropriate. Elf, the number one choice for many teens, is a witty comedy that is sure to stir up some giggles, no matter how many times it’s watched. Home Alone, one movie of a string of movies, uprooted by a comedic storyline of a young boy who intuitively plots to get rid of burglars on Christmas Eve, ends in sheer satisfaction. Knocking into the most classic films of all, White Christmas, of 1954, is not only jam packed with Christmas spirit and cheer, but will for sure have you singing along to the memorable melodies musicals have to offer. Never to be forgotten, a heart-warming, holiday film with a sentimental message, Miracle on 34th Street, of 1947, holds strong to be one of the most renowned Christmas classics. The tradition of Christmas movies is as old as movie-making itself. Not only are Christmas movies excellent for all ages but most of them are wonderful tales to watch over and over, and to never be forgotten.

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by Danielle Robaidek and Amanda Bodart

Children from the community enjoyed holiday books read to them by Mrs. Claus.

Every fall, Pulaski community members know that it is FFA fruit sale time. The fruit delivery day, which was December 12, is always a big day for FFA members. It takes lots of people to help out with the fruit delivery day. The chapter’s ofﬁcers come in early to help unload both semis full of fruit boxes, and stay at school until 7 p.m. helping people get their orders when they come to pick them up. This year, the sales were record breaking by reaching nearly $50,000. About 40% of the amount goes back to the chapter. The amount of money made gets divided in half between the middle school FFA and the high school FFA. The harvest of the fruit was extremely good this year. The

most popular fruit, like most previous years, was oranges. As a record breaking year, all total numbers of products sold went up. Fruit sale customers and FFA members were all impressed with how the delivery day went. “The day was the best ran since I’ve been here at Pulaski,” said Pulaski FFA advisor Josh Rusk. “As a new officer this year, the day went pretty smoothly. We had a few bumps in the road, but as the day went on they worked themselves out,” said Shianna Gracyalny, the only new officer to the Pulaski FFA officer team this year. Community members and FFA members all enjoy the fruit sale. “Everyone that is able to participate in the fruit sale should. It’s a great fundraiser that helps the chapter go on trips and funds chapter activities,” said Gracyalny.

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Ready or not, here comes the snow by Owen Nowicki

Diane Streckenbach shot her ﬁrst buck after four years of bow hunting in the Anston area. It was an 8 point buck and weighed 176 lbs.

Ready or not, it’s here. Along with the first significant snowfall of the year the frigid temperatures have followed. “It’s nice knowing we will have a white Christmas, but I don’t like the cold temperatures,” said Pulaski junior Kennedy Tebo. Though not all of the opinions were quite as positive. “I strongly hate having to drive through difficult winter conditions,” said Pulaski junior Ashley Schuettepelz. While others find holiday cheer in the new weather, “I think it’s awesome because you can now do more fun holiday activities in the snow,” said senior Joey Thyne. “I enjoy the snowfall, as a family we go sledding and cross country skiing,” said Pulaski High School English Teacher Marty Krause. No matter your thoughts on the new snowfall, let’s just hope it’s gone by June.

PHS senior Kayla Adams gives blood as Student Council member Madison Vandenberg supports her.

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Groundbreaking held at CMH A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday, December 9 in Oconto Falls for a new, two-story medical office building that will expand high quality healthcare services to the Oconto Falls community and surrounding areas on the Community Memorial Hospital campus. The 28,000-square-foot facility will offer specialty medical services such as orthopedic and podiatry care, urology, oncology, and pain management services. Christy Kaempfer, Chair of CMH board of directors, Ashok Rai, MD, Prevea President & CEO & CMH board member, Brian Charlier, Prevea Senior VP & Chief Operating Officer, Rich Otradovec, RODAC, Tom Bayer, HSHS Senior VP Regional Development & CMH board of directors, and Dan DeGroot, CMH CEO, officiated the groundbreaking ceremony

Monday morning. Founded in 1921, Community Memorial Hospital is an independent healthcare system serving greater Oconto County with a full-service hospital in Oconto Falls and six primary care clinics located throughout Oconto County. The federally designated critical access hospital has a 24-hour physician-staffed Emergency Department, urgent care, general, vascular, and orthopedic surgical services, inpatient and outpatient surgical and diagnostic services, rehabilitation, oncology outpatient clinic, and the CMH Center for Women’s Care. CMH Primary Care Clinics are located in Gillett, Lena, Mountain, Oconto, Oconto Falls, and Suring. CMH pharmacies are located in Gillett and Oconto Falls. For more information call (920) 846-3444 or visit cmhospital.org.

FFA helps others keep warm

This is a photo of the ice skating rink at the polka grounds. The conditions are perfect for skating. There is a light there so people can skate after dark. It is located across the street from the compost pile in Pulaski.

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A groundbreaking ceremony at CMH was ofﬁciated by (from left) Rich Otradovec, RODAC, Brian Charlier, Prevea Senior VP & Chief Operating Ofﬁcer, Ashok Rai, MD, Prevea President & CEO & CMH board member, Christy Kaempfer, Chair of CMH board of directors, Dan DeGroot, CMH CEO, and Tom Bayer, HSHS Senior VP Regional Development & CMH board member. Also pictured (back row) is Todd Duame of Duame Sand & Gravel.

by Amanda Bodart

The Pulaski FFA made tied ﬂeece blankets on December 9. FFA members had fun making 10 blankets. The chapter will be donating the blankets to Golden House of Green Bay; which serves victims of domestic abuse.

The Pulaski FFA makes tied blankets every holiday season to help give back to those in need. The Golden House greatly appreciates the FFA donating the blankets to help keep people there warm during the cold winter.

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Santa makes stop at Pulaski Dairy Queen

Community Annoucements CALL THE PULASKI SENIOR CENTER AT 822-8100 FOR INFORMATION AND/OR TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS FOR ACTIVITIES AND LUNCH. ALL PROGRAMS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. PULASKI SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR ON DECEMBER 31 AND JANUARY 1. No activities or meals served on these days. ENERGY ASSISTANCE for the 2014 Heating Season on Monday, January 6 from 1:00 - 4:00. Appointments required.

Clydesdale horses brought the man from the North Pole (Santa Claus) to Dairy Queen on December 14. Santa talked to all of the nice boys and girls.

WINTER CRAFT on Wednesday, January 8 at 12:30. Make a cute light-up snowman. Cost is $5.00. Eat lunch before we craft – turkey with gravy. Reserve your spot by January 3. SNOWBALL PARTY on Thursday, January 9 at 11:30. Entertainment by Roger B. & Louie at 12:30. Lunch is chicken booyah, pineapple, whole wheat bread and molasses cookies. Reservations due by January 7. MYSTERY TRIP on Saturday, January 11. A whole line-up of fun places to see! We leave the Pulaski Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. Dutch-treat lunch along the way. Returning to Pulaski by 5:00 p.m. Dress in layers one outside stop. Cost is $10.00. Reservations due by January 3. PEEK AT THE PAST on Monday, January 13 at 12:15 p.m. Ron Poister, retired history teacher, will share his knowledge on history topics. We will start to learn about the Civil War. Snacks served.

Red Cross helps to prevent home fires The American Red Cross urges residents to take extra precautions with cooking and decorating around the holidays as they are leading causes of home fires. Christmas Day, Christmas Eve and Thanksgiving are the top three days for cooking fires, according to the National Fire Prevention Association. In the winter, additional fires are caused as people are entertaining, running space heaters, building fires and stringing holiday lights. “We’re urging everyone to take extra safety measures to ensure their homes and loved ones are safe,” said Steve Hansen, Chief Operating Officer. Nationally, the Red Cross responds to a disaster on average every eight minutes, and the vast majority of them are home fires. “Within our 28-county region, we have responded to more than 30 fires just since Thanksgiving!” he concluded. The Red Cross has some simple steps everyone can follow to prevent home fires around the holidays: -Holiday Entertaining -Test your smoke alarms. -Check food regularly while cooking and remain in the home while cooking. Use a timer as a reminder that the stove or oven is on. Enforce a “kid-free zone” in the cooking area and make children stay at least three feet away

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from the stove. Keep anything that can catch fire away from the stove, oven or any appliance in the kitchen that generates heat. Clean cooking surfaces on a regular basis to prevent grease buildup. Purchase a fire extinguisher to keep in the kitchen. Contact the local fire department to receive training on the proper use of extinguishers. Holiday Decorating Choose decorations that are flame resistant or flame retardant. Keep children, pets and decorations away from lit candles. Keep matches and lighters up high in a locked cabinet. Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Connect no more than three strands of mini light sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs. Read manufacturer’s instructions for the number of LED strands to connect. Some strings of lights are only for indoor or outdoor use, but not both. Use clips, not nails, to hang lights so the cords do not get damaged. Keep decorations away from windows and doors. People can test their knowledge on how to prevent home fires by taking the Fire Safety Quiz, and can learn more about fire prevention by visiting redcross.org.

WHO GETS GRANDMA’S YELLOW PIE PLATE? on Tuesday, January 14 10:00 at Pulaski Senior Center. Personal belongings often have special meanings to individuals and family members. Planning to pass on such items can pose challenges that may lead to family conflict. This program given by Judith Knudsen of the Brown County UW Extension , will provide information about inheritance and transfer of nontitled property. This seminar will help families communicate and hopefully reduce the possibility of conflict. Stay for lunch afterward – Italian meatballs with pasta, carrots, pears, whole wheat bread and pumpkin bar. Reservations due by Thursday, January 9. BENEFIT SPECIALIST, Mary Kay Norman from the Green Bay office of the Brown County Aging and Disability Resource Center, will be at the Pulaski Senior Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14. Do you have questions about benefits for seniors that she may help you with? Call Kitty at 822-8100 or Mary Kay at 448-4308. FOOT CARE CLINIC at Pulaski Senior Center on Tuesdays, January 14 and 28 starting at 8:30 a.m. Appointments required. Cost: $20.00 BOOK CLUB on Wednesday, January 15 at 3:30 p.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. The book for January is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford. WELLNESS PROGRAM – Robert Hodges, dietician at Golden Living Center, will

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speak on nutrition for a healthy heart on Tuesday, January 21 at 10:00 a.m. Eat lunch afterwards – chicken stir-fry with rice, pineapple, dinner roll and chocolate chip cookies. Call by Friday, January 17 to reserve your spot. FAMILY FEUD on Thursday, January 23 at 12:30. Pick your “family” and square off against other “families” answering questions. Prizes for all participants. Eat lunch before – sloppy joe on a bun, sweet potatoes, green beans and banana cake. Reservations due by January 21. MOVIE & A MEAL on Monday, January 27 at 12:15 p.m. The movie is “The Amazing Panda Adventure,” about a panda reserve in China. The meal is meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and apricots. Call your meal reservation in by 11:00 a.m. on January 24. Cost of lunch is suggested donation of $3.50. GAMES & CARDS (sheep head, pinochle and board games) every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Pulaski Senior Center. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING at Pulaski Senior Center on Mondays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Sponsored by N.E.W. Rescue Service. ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISES on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. All ages welcome. Call 822-8100 for more information. Sponsored by MCL, BayTek and Prevea Health. BINGO at Pulaski Senior Center Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. TRANSPORTATION is available to take seniors to medical appointments, for groceries to Super Ron’s, to the bank and pharmacy, to hair appointments and to church on Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. QUILTING WORKSHOP at Pulaski Senior Center on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wii BOWLING at Pulaski Senior Center on Thursdays from 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. All ages welcome. SEWING SIMPLE QUILT TOPS at Pulaski Senior Center Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PULASKI SENIOR CENTER MEALS for December 27 – January 10. Meals served at 11:30 a.m. to anyone over 60 years of age. Suggested donation of $3.50 per meal. Meals are available for delivery to the homebound. Reservations required by 11:00 a.m. of the previous workday. Friday, December 27 – Lasagna Monday, December 30 – BBQ Pork Riblette on a bun Tuesday, December 31 – Closed Wednesday, January 1 – Closed Thursday, January 2 – Shepherd’s Pie Friday, January 3 – Baked Cod Monday, January 6 – Pepper Steak Tuesday, January 7 – Italian Pasta Bake Wednesday, January 8 – Turkey w/ Gravy Thursday, January 9 – Chicken Booyah Friday, January 10 – Meatloaf w/ Gravy

In 1949, the tree at Rockefeller Center was strung with 7,500 bulbs.

Hobart “Tree for a Tree” program underway

If you did not participate last year why not start a new tradition? Turn in your tree and receive a coupon for a seedling you can plant in the spring. You must be a Hobart resident to participate in this program. This year’s dates for the coupon program are limited to the following: January 2 from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. and January 3 from 7 a.m. until noon. You can drop off your tree at the Hobart Public Works Shop at 2769 N. Overland Road in Hobart. All Christmas trees must be free of lights, nails, and decorations. Donated Christmas trees will be chipped and used in our parks for mulch. By donating your used tree, you will be helping the earth by obtaining a seedling to plant and grow a new tree as well as contributing to mulch for existing trees. The Village continues the “Tree for a Tree” and other arbor programs to remain a dedicated “Tree City USA” municipality. Green space and a clean environment are features we all value in our communities. During the dates and times noted above, Hobart Staff will be available to assist you with the unloading of your tree. You will receive a coupon for a seedling you can plant this coming spring. You will need to save your coupon and turn it in for your new tree; so put it in a safe place. If you have any questions, you may call 869-3802 or email mary@hobart-wi.org. If you do not want a coupon, you may drop off your tree between January 6th-9th from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m., and from 7 a.m. until noon on January 10 at the Public Works Building, 3769 N. Overland Road. No coupons will be given on these dates.

Angelia 4-H meeting by Ali Powers

The Angelica 4-H Club had a meeting on December 11 at the Angelica Town Hall. The new club president, Ben Brown, called the meeting to order. A recent community service project of ringing bells for the Salvation Army and singing Christmas carols at Super Rons was acknowledged. Another community service project is being planned to support the CP Telethon. Club members will be making a “Youth In Action” scrapbook highlighting all of the community service projects done by the club the past year. Ideas were discussed on planning a fun activity for club members and their families this winter. After the meeting was adjourned, members created Christmas cards to be given to the residents at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Seymour. The club then celebrated Christmas by making popsicle stick snowman Christmas ornaments, exchanging Christmas gifts, and enjoying many treats provided by club members.

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H appy 99th birthday!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2013

Engagement Wawrzyniec-Skalecki Sandra Wawrzyniec and Michael Skalecki are pleased to announce their engagement. Sandra is the daughter of the late Leo and Phyllis Wawrzyniec of Mosinee, WI. Sandra is a 1995 graduate of Mosinee High School and is currently employed as a Health Information Management Clerk through Aspirus in Wausau, WI. Michael is the son of Cath-

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erine Skalecki and the late Sylvester Skalecki of Pulaski, WI. Michael is a 1992 graduate of Pulaski High School, a 1994 graduate of NWTC, and a 1998 graduate of Wisconsin-Stout. Michael is currently employed as an Engineering Technology Team Leader with Regal Beloit - Marathon Electric in Wausau, WI. The couple is planning an October 2014 wedding.

Hattie Jarmolowicz celebrated her 99th birthday on November 26 surrounded by her family. Happy belated birthday, Hattie!

School lunches made locally

by Amanda Bodart

“Farm to School” is a movement to source more food locally for schools. The Pulaski Community School District started a farm to school initiative last school year and is improving it even more this year. The school district started by providing local produce items from the middle school and high school gardens for the summer school lunches. Glenbrook and Hillcrest are part of the farm to school program this year and the school district plans to expand the program to other schools. Both schools have a nutritional education class for teachers. The schools have a harvest of the month where they highlight one item for each month of the

school year. Students taste test the food of that month and uses stickers to say if they liked it or not. Students at Glenbrook and Hillcrest are eating and enjoying the foods more after trying and learning about them. “The Farm to School program allows students to explore new things and ask questions along the way. The hands-on learning makes it fun and engaging. They are willing to try new goods at lunch and at home, and excited to tell me about it the next day,” said Glenbrook teacher Jessica Skinkis. The food service department gets the food from various farms. The closest farms that help out with the program are from Hofa Park and the East side of Green Bay.

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Tom & Sheila LaPlante are proud to announce the wedding of their daughter, Brianna Lynn to Jared Jeffry Peters, son of Jeff “Whitey” (Janell) Peters and the late Chris Peters. Brianna and Jared were married at Sts. Edward & Isordore Church, Flintville on September 28, 2013. The reception was held at the Swan Club. Their wedding party included: Kayla LaPlante, Katie Jo Bohm, Jenna Peters, Courtney Kabara, Justin Meyers, John Michaels, Josh Beyer and Alex Zellner. Brianna is a 2009 graduate of Pulaski High School and a 2013 grad of UWGB with a double major in Accounting and Business Administration. She is employed as an audit associate at Hawkins Ash CPA’s, Green Bay, WI. Jared is a 2008 graduate of Pulaski High School and a 2011 grad of NWTC in Civil Engineering. He is employed as a ﬁeld technician at Peters Concrete, Green Bay, WI. The couple resides in Green Bay.

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Business Top trends & predictions in real estate for 2014

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Real Estate recovery still hinges on job growth. Our Pulaski and surrounding area’s job market is becoming more steady with less unemployment. Recently, Marquis Yachts had announced that they will be adding 150 jobs within the next year! This is all great news! Inventory is coming back. Distressed inventory is drying up and sellers are looking at better profits than they have in years. Home prices and values are inching up. Foreclosures are still a problem, it’s much less of a problem than it was in the last few years. Buyers will begin to outweigh sellers. There’s a lot of positive news about housing all over the United States. How about mortgage rates? Mortgage rates have been at record breaking lows. But, we never expected the ultra-low rates would stick around forever. They are still at reasonable levels but will climb in due time. 5% seems to be the average. What loan options are available today? You can own the home of your dreams. However, constant tightening and changing lending guidelines will be making this even more challenging starting January 2014. Credit will become one of the largest factors going forward. A 640 credit score is the benchmark rating. Pulaski and the surrounding areas could possibly qualify for 100% financing with little or no closing costs. There are several options available including no first time home buyer requirements, no down payment or cash reserves required, no limit on gift money, fixed rate loans, up to 6% seller concession, free home warranty’s and more...of course there is flexible credit & qualifying guidelines. The best way to approach any real estate transaction is with an experienced licensed REALTOR by your side. They’ll bring along the best in-depth market knowledge for the neighborhood where you want to buy, sell and put down roots in the Pulaski Community School District. That’s why we’re here. We have one goal, which is to help you, our neighbor, thrive in today and tomorrow’s real estate market. And that will always be our goal, every week, every year. Neighbors helping neighbors. So from all of us here at Country Pride Realty, thank you for your continued trust in us and wishing you a Happy New Year for 2014! Call us for all your real estate needs! Wishing you good health and good real estate choices.

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Tis the season for... PHS Sounds of the Season Concert

Sunnyside

The set and the costumes were beautifully done at the Sunnyside Elementary holiday concert held on December 12.

The PHS Concert Choir and Wind Ensemble band performed at the Sounds of the Season Concert at Peace Lutheran Church on December 14. Here the choir and band performed Hallelujah Chorus together. The choir was directed by Mrs. Elissa Lucas and the band was directed by Mr. D. Thomas Busch. Photo courtesy of Rolean Wernicke.

Assumption BVM

Students at Assumption BVM dressed up as stockings for their Christmas Concert held on December 12. PHS trumpet players Amber Hickson, Luke Pelegrin, Arthur Gajewski, and Joel Gohr wowed the crowd as they performed Buglers Holiday at the concert. Photo courtesy of Rolean Wernicke.

Lannoye Fairview

The students at Fairview performed for a gymnasium full of family and friends.

The Lannoye students sang and danced for their families and friends.

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Holiday Concerts! PCMS band

Glenbrook

Wayne Pierre accompanied his students on guitar during the Glenbrook winter concert on December 19. The Pulaski Community Middle School held its annual winter concert on December 3 in the gymnasium. The parking lot was overﬂowing (literally) and the music was grand. Michelle Henslin, 6th grade band director said, “We have an awesome music program here at Pulaski. Our community is amazing and our district is amazing in the support it has given us.” Pictured here are Nadia and Jack who spoke on behalf of the 6th grade band.

Hillcrest

PCMS choir

The PCMS choir concert was held on December 11. Pictured here is Mrs. Wright, one of the choir directors, with the 6th grade choir.

Students at Hillcrest Elementary performed Melton the WarmHearted Snowman on December 19.

Christmas Collage Concert

The community choirs were directed by Amy Wright, PCMS choir teacher, and accompanied by Kathy Brown, PCMS choir teacher.

Thanks to all who helped to make these concerts happen.

The community band is directed by Tim Kozlovsky, PCMS band teacher, and they perform all year round.

PHS Treble Choir and Concert Band Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! The PHS treble choir and concert band held its performance on December 17. Pictured here is Kayla Koch, PHS band director, presenting one of the pieces of music that was performed.

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PCMS to perform Shrek the Musical Y100’s Bear reads to students by Kimberly Uelmen

Bear O’Brien from Y100’s morning show read to Ms. Stapel and Mrs. Moran’s ﬁrst and ﬁfth grade classes at Sunnyside Elementary on December 16. He read the book called “Are You Grumpy Santa Claus?”. While he was there he spoke about the importance of reading. He explained how that, even though he is on the radio, he has to do a lot of reading

when preparing for his job. He suggested that students read outside of school so that they learn about things that they love. His motto is “shut it off and read”. Instead of watching television where other people think for a person, he wants the students to read so that they can use “theatre of the mind” where they can do their own thinking. When he ﬁnished reading to the students, he answered any questions they had and talked about holiday traditions.

Glenbrook Elementary starts up 5th grade recess football league by Kennedy Tebo

Glenbrook students made teams to football play with their friends at recess. There were eight teams and half of the ﬁfth grade class participated. The league got started when teachers Chris Hendricks and Daniel Slempkes saw kids playing at recess and thought to bring back the football league. The teachers decided the kids could use more of a controlled game. They started with simple rules and played 2-3 games a week. Glenbrook held a league for their kids in the past but decided to take off the past 3 years. Due to the success of the football league the teachers decided to carry on leagues. Starting after winter break they decided

to start a basketball league. “We hope to see the same student participation and success in our upcoming leagues as what we saw this past fall,” said Chris Hendricks, ﬁfth grade teacher. For kids who don’t want to play there’s options for them too. Some kids just enjoy watching and cheering on their classmates while others who don’t play, announce. Two students announced the games play by play. Friday, November 22 the Ravens and Texans had a tough game in the Super Bowl with the Ravens taking the W, Ravens28 Texans- 21. Congratulations to the Ravens and all teams that participated.

Pictured here are the winners of the Glenbrook recess crew. Front row: Skylar Lukasik, Savannah Otto. Back row: Isaac Hanke, Easton Vertz, Max Welsing, and Matthew Sasse.

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The ﬁrst Christmas card, created by a London businessman, was printed in England in 1843. Three years later, the ﬁrst commercial Christmas cards were available to the public. One thousand cards in all were produced and they were an instant success.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2013

Senior Proﬁles

by Katrina Mleziva 8th grade reporter

The Pulaski Community Middle School’s musical this year is Shrek the Musical. It will be performed in April four times. Its showings are Thursday, April 10, Friday, April 11, Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April 13. In the story, Shrek (played by Trevor Steide) and Donkey (played by Danayah Cantoral) travel to Farquaad so that Shrek can return to his swamp. He rescues Fiona (played by Dana Madden) escaping the dragon (played by Emily Wardlow). When the trio starts to return home, Fiona becomes apprehensive at sun fall. To find out what happens next and to see this sure fire hit, make sure to come to support the local drama program. Tickets for the musical sell fast! If you are interested in buying tickets, call Karen at the PCMS main office at 920822-6500. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, February 26.

Pulaski High School band receives grant

The Pulaski High School jazz band, under the direction of Kayla Koch, received a grant in the amount of $250 to help pay for a guest artist at the school’s jazz clinic. In November, the Madison Jazz Society awarded grants totaling $7,100 from its School Grant Fund to music programs in 27 Wisconsin schools. The grants are funding jazz centered programs designed to help students learn about and perform jazz. In announcing the awards, MJS President Linda Marty Schmitz stated, “We are very pleased that these grants will assist students from all over Wisconsin now and in years to come. We are sorry we could not fund all of the requests submitted. We are thrilled to see that many schools throughout the state are working to provide opportunities for their students to learn about America’s original art form – jazz.” More information on the school grant program and the Society can be found at www. madisonjazz.com. Formed in 1984, the Madison Jazz Society is a non-proﬁt, all volunteer organization formed to encourage the performance of and education about jazz. The group sponsors the broadcast of Riverwalk: Live from the Landing on Wisconsin Public Radio. MJS will sponsor its 26th annual Capital City Jazz Fest in April 2014.

Name: Emily Budz Parent’s names: Rebekka and Greg Budz Age: 17 Sport/Activity: Golf, Leo Club, Pulaski News, Spanish Club, and Relay for Life Committee Years: Four years in all activities Favorite band: Bastille Hobbies: Shopping and spending time with friends and families Favorite TV show: Vampire Diaries Goals for the year: To ﬁnish out my senior year strong

Name: Kelly Szczepanski Sport/ activity: Choir Parents Names: Shirley and Dan Szczepanski Age: 17 Activity/Sport Position: Choir-Alto Years Played: 9 Favorite Musical Artist/ Band: Any Christmas music Hobbies: Playing piano, singing, skiing, and spending time with family and friends Favorite TV show: Grey’s Anatomy Goal for the season: To grow as a music program and to go to state Solo and Ensemble in group and solo pieces

First grade teacher at Sunnyside, Sally Robertson, played a game with Mitchell Matuszak at the Sunnyside open house on December 18 where teachers explained to parents the new math curriculum.

Band plays for Bucks by Maddie Walsh On December 13, the Pulaski Community Middle School eighth grade band joined the high school band in playing for the Milwaukee Bucks game in Milwaukee against the Chicago Bulls, and shared the excitement of a major announcement. The two bands took coach buses for a two hour ride, got to know the eighth graders, and every student got closer to their instrument section. When the combined band arrived in Milwaukee, they started the trip at Grand Avenue Mall to get a bite to eat. After this, they made their way to the BMO Harris Bradley Center to get ready to play. The band started playing their top selection of pep band music like “Some Nights” by Fun, “Cupid Shuffle” by Cupid, and “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay about an hour before the game started and played for 20 minutes total. After the game, the band learned that they were accepted to the New Orleans Sugar Bowl for the 2015 parade. The Bucks put up a good fight as they were leading the game by two points with 19.2 seconds left on the clock, but the Bulls sank a three pointer with only five seconds left in the game to take the lead and an eventual win.

The PHS and PCMS bands traveled to Milwaukee on December 13 to perform at a Milwaukee Bucks game. Pictured here is Carolyn Dahms of the PHS marching band. Photo courtesy of Rolean Wernicke.

Congrats to the PHS marching band on being accepted to perform at the 2015 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans!

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Teacher Feature: Chris Wendorf

Brabender is academic student of the month

By: Jenna Guernsey and Sam Krusic

by Jaysie Noeldner

Senior Macallum Brabender, son of Mitch and Sharon Brabender, was recently awarded as Pulaski High School’s academic student of the month for December. “I am honored and grateful for Mr. and Mrs. Krause nominating me, as well as thankful for the entire teaching staff,” added Brabender. Brabender is proud of his involvement in school because of the lessons he has learned and the memories that he has experienced. His success comes from his competition with Cory and his desire to do the best that he can. “My goals for the rest of my senior year are to ﬁnish as strong as I started as well as staying in the top 10 of my class,” concluded Brabender. Brabender shows a tremendous amount of work effort and exempliﬁes the academic student of the Month to the fullest. It is easy to see that he will do will in pursuing his future plans of attending a college for Chemical Engineering.

Assumption BVM School Alumni?

Are you, your spouse, children or someone you know an alumni of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Elementary School in Pulaski? Please help us update our records. Please email: first name, current last name (maiden name), address, phone and year of promotion to deanne.wilinski@abvm.org.

Lardinois awarded student of month for attitude by Jaysie Noeldner

Senior Sierra Lardinois, daughter of Lynette and Russ Lardinois, was recently awarded Pulaski High School’s academic student of the month of December. “I am very happy to be named student of the month and I appreciate that others around me notice my positive attitude,” added Lardinois. “I am also very thankful for my parents for always being there for me and also for Senora VanGheemRottier, Mr. Berken and Mr. Krause for nominating me for this award.” Lardinois is most proud of joining the cross country team this year and, by sticking with it for the whole season, she now believes she can do anything she sets her mind to. She also believes she can accomplish her ﬁnal high school goals of doing her best in school while balancing her time between school work, extracurricular activities, family, and friends. Lardinois gets her positive, successful attitude from her family, especially her younger sisters for they drive her to success. “I want to be the best role model I can be for them,” concluded Lardinois. Lardinois clearly has done a wonderful job as a role model as she exempliﬁes the necessary traits of a Pulaski High School student of the month. The Pulaski community knows that she will continue her positive attitude on her journey to either UW- Green Bay or St. Norbert College.

Mrs. Tippett’s class at Glenbrook sponsored a family through the Christmas Gifts for Kids program. They brought down a red wagon full of toys and clothes. Although the kids had a hard time letting go of the wagon, they all had a good time ﬁlling it.

Q: What brought you to the Pulaski Community? A: My student teaching assignment was as an intern under Mr. Fred Kestly at Pulaski High School during the second semester of the 1992-1993 school year. I enjoyed my experience and always thought it would be a good school district to work for. In 1997, an elementary physical education position became available at Hillcrest, so I applied and I was fortunate to be hired. Q: How long have you been teaching and what subject/s do you teach? A: This is my 21st year of teaching. I have been in the Pulaski district for 17 years. I teach K-5 physical education at Sunnyside. Q: What is your favorite thing about teaching? A: The students are my favorite part of teaching. Seeing their enthusiasm and smiling faces as they come into the gym each day makes teaching exciting. When a student is able to perform a skill they have been working on, it brings a sense of pride to me. I feel like I make a difference. Q: What is one word to describe your job and why? A: Challenging! I mean that in a positive way. Today we have students who come from different backgrounds with many diverse needs. No longer does the cookie cutter method of teaching apply. We have to ﬁnd what is most effective for each individual learner. Teachers have to wear many hats and we willingly do so because we truly care about kids. Some days students may simply need your listening ear, a smile or kind word before they can even focus on the topics for the day. Q: What is your favorite memory thus far? A: Each year near Halloween I create “Frankenstein’s Laboratory” in the gym. I spend about 12-15 hours of my own time decorating and organizing various activities related to my curriculum, while using a Halloween theme. I apply costume make-up and dress as Frankenstein. The students always ask weeks prior to Halloween if I will be setting up Frankenstein’s Laboratory. Seeing the excitement in their expressions as they walk into the gym makes it worth every minute of my time. And learning becomes extra fun for the students. Q: How do you spend your free time? A: I am currently coaching basketball for my daughter’s 5th grade team. I enjoy landscaping, gardening, hunting, ﬁshing and camping. During the summer I love to read James Patterson books. Q: What do you like best about being a part of the Pulaski Community? A: My colleagues are very passionate and dedicated to helping students grow as people and learners. No one hesitates to go the extra mile or above and beyond because we all want our students to be successful. Q: Are there any extra-curricular activities you do? and if so, why did you choose them? A: I’m involved with the Knights of Columbus as a way of giving my time to help others in need. I help coach my son and daughter’s sports teams because I want to be involved in their lives.

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Regular business school board meeting 11-20-13 Pulaski Community Middle School Library 5:30 P.M.

5:30 PM PRESENTATION PULASKI COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6:00 PM CALL MEETING TO ORDER Board President Townsend called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. in the Library at the Pulaski High School. NATIONAL ANTHEM BY PCMS CHOIR The Go Time Group from the Pulaski Community Middle School ran an event to help with the Christmas Gifts for Kids program. They charged students $1 to wear pajamas to school and then took the money to purchase pajamas for the Food Pantry and as Christmas gifts. The group consists of students from Sarah Morgan’s class, as well as eleven 8th Grade Peer Mentors.

ROLL CALL Board members present: Barb McKeefry, Trina Townsend, Bob Skalitzky, Chris Vandenhouten, Brian Vanden Heuvel, Mark Wernicke (left at 8:34pm), Pam Denzer, and Craig Sampo (Student Representative) Board members absent: Administrators present: Milt Thompson, Pam Kercheval, John Matczak, Pat Fullerton, Marc Klawiter, Jenny Gracyalny, Kurtis Sufka, Nichole Disterhaft, Bec Kurzynske, Kris Wells, Jeremy Pach Guests attending:Gary Birr, Jackie Baumann, Wayne Smith, Kristen Fish, Mike Morrissey, Kimberly Uelmen, Maddie Walsh, Deb Schneider. CITIZENS’ FORUM None

Lori Krumrei’s 4th grade class at Glenbrook was visited by Pulaski High School English teacher Kaitlin Rheingan’s creative writing class to share the children’s stories they wrote. The 4th graders had to use a rubric to “grade” the stories. It gave them an idea of the type of writing they will be able to do when they get into high school. There was even time left at the end for heads up seven up.

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DISCUSSION AND / OR STUDENT SCHOOL BOARD REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT – Craig Sampo gave a report on what is happening at the high school. 2. BOARD REPORT WASB & PACE Updates – Pam Denzer – 120 students signed up for the Christmas program through PACE. Gifts need to be to Deb Schneider by December 13. Student Engagement, Wellness & Safety Updates – Chris Vandenhouten – The district is promoting a “Maintain Don’t Gain” staff wellness incentive over the holidays. Community Engagement Update – Trina Townsend - none Legislative Updates – Bob Skalitzky- Bill 51 will be discussed later in the meeting Strategic Aims, Broader Organizational Goals – Mark Wernicke - none Facilities, Grounds and Transportation – Brian Vanden Heuvel - none Board Policies – Barb McKeefry – several being worked on. 3. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT January Board Meeting Dates – The January 1st meeting will be changed to January 8th. Partnerships with NWTC and UWGB are being explored.

4. OCTOBER BUDGET REPORT

General Fund: Revenues – Revenue receipts at this point are about the same as last year. There is nothing unusual to highlight. Salaries and fringes beneﬁts – Expenses are just about where they should be at this point in the year. Utilities – It is too early in the year to see any savings from the HVAC upgrades. At this point natural gas costs are the same as last year and the costs for electricity are slightly higher than last year. Special Education Fund: Revenues – Receipts are about the same as last year with nothing unusual to highlight. Expenditures – salary and fringe beneﬁt expenses are right about where they should be at this point in the year. 5.VILLAGE OF PULASKI – Mike Morissey and Kristen Fish from Redevelopment Resources are working with the Village of Pulaski on their economic development. They shared what some of their goals are for the Village. ACTION ITEMS 6.PAY BILLS Wernicke moved, Skalitzky seconded, to approve and pay the bills as presented. 7 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 7. MINUTES Skalitzky moved, Denzer seconded, to approve Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting, open and closed sessions, held on November 6, 2013, with corrections of board attendees, as presented. 7 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 8. PERSONNEL REPORT – CONTRACTS Name Reason Position Location Salary Tricia Birr Replacement 1st Grade Teacher Glenbrook $35,000 Howard Suamico School District, Meadowbrook Elementary School 3rd Grade Teacher and Team Leader – August 2011 – November 2013 McKeefry moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve the contracts as presented. 7 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. OUT OF STATE FIELD TRIPS Wernicke moved, Vanden Heuvel seconded, to approve the Marching Band audition and trip to the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans, LA December 28, 2014- January

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3, 2015, as presented. 7 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. PROPOSED PROPERTY PURCHASE Vandenhouten moved, McKeefry seconded, to purchase the property at 322 Lincoln Street, Pulaski for $65,000 as presented 6 voting aye, 1 voting nay (Wernicke), motion carried. PHS GRADUATION CREDITS – MILT Policy IKF – Graduation Requirements – Pulaski High School McKeefry moved, Vandenhouten seconded, to approve the increase of credits required for graduation to 24 and increase the number of credits required for math and science to 3 credits each, as presented in draft policy IKA dated 11/20/13 7 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. ITEMS FOR NEXT BOARD MEETING, DECEMBER 4, 2013 Strength Finder Exercise - Milt Day Care Pulaski Community Fitness Center – Mark H PHS Graduation Requirements and Course Conﬁguration - John 6-12 New Courses and Course Description Book – John Deletion of Policy IA – Philosophy (It is the same as AD) – Jenny Extended School Day/Year Policy on Presentation of Controversial Topics - Milt CLOSED SESSION Adjourn Into Closed Session as per Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1)(f) to discuss early graduation, 19.85 (1)(g) Review of legal opinion regarding statutory claim, 19.85 (1) (c) reviewing administrative pay structure and 19.85 (1)(c) Superintendent Evaluation and Goals. Board of Education will reconvene into open session and may take action on things discussed in closed session OPEN SESSION McKeefry moved, Vandenhouten seconded, to reconvene into open session. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. Vanden Heuvel Moved, Skalitzky seconded to formally disallow the claim pursuant to § 893.80 Wis. Stats., and authorize District legal counsel to respond accordingly. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Vandenhouten moved, Denzer seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 8:37 P.M. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried.

Fun Music Facts:

In 1943, Gene Autry recorded the song “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”. Since then it has sold over 80 million copies. Rudolph has deﬁnitely gone down in our holiday history! The original lyric for “Silver Bells” was actually “Tinkle Bells,” inspired by a tiny bell on the desk of composers Livingston and Evans.

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Wrestling season in full swing by Taylor Branceﬁeld

On Saturday, December 7, the Red Raider wrestlers finished off a successful week of wrestling. The Raiders started off the week on Thursday with their first conference dual meet and a 61-12 destruction over Ashwaubenon. Winning 11 of the 14 matches, and 8 of those 11 wins were by pinfall. Going into Saturday the energy was high and it showed as the Red Raiders rumbled to four consecutive dual meet victories over Baraboo 46-21, Hortonville 51-22, Coleman 47-28, and Mosinee 60-21. In the finals, the Raiders suffered a 46-27 loss to Two Rivers. The Raider wrestlers had four individuals go 5-0 on Saturday. Those wrestlers were Brett Hendzel, Anthony Rottier, Kasey Caelwaerts, and Hunter Micolichek. The four undefeated wrestlers, combined for 14 pins. The Raiders will look to continue the success on December 26 as they will travel to UW-Whitewater for the Mid-States Classic. Box Scores Overall 5-1 PDuals Team 4-1 Scores: 46-21 Pulaski Over Baraboo 51-22 Pulaski Over Hortonville 47-28 Pulaski Over Coleman 46-27 Two Rivers Over Pulaski Standings: Two Rivers Pulaski Coleman Hortonville Baraboo Mosinee Undefeated Pulaski Wrestlers: 132lbs Brett Hendzel 5-0 4 pins and a 3-0 decision over Elliot Luker Hortonville 170/182 lbs Anthony Rottier 5-0 4 pins and received a forfeit 170/182 lbs Kasey Caelwaerts 5-0 3 pins a technical fall and a forfeit 285 lbs Hunter Micolichek 5-0 3 pins a major decision and a forfeit

New year, new ﬁtness resolution by Logan Nowinski

With the old year coming to a close, we all try to find a resolution and stick to it. One of the most popular resolutions is weight loss. One of the hardest parts of the resolution is not only sticking to it but finding a place to get fit at. With living in Pulaski, or even close by, you now have options through the schools. Many questions that pop into heads are where can I go, how far is the drive, what is the cost? One of the best places to go is the Pulaski High School Fitness Center, located at 1040 South St. Augustine Street, filled with

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not only a great atmosphere and friendly staff, but a hardcore energy that surges throughout everyone to push you harder and harder. With a year membership costing only $130, senior discounts make the cost $65. Hours are Monday through Friday 5 a.m. to 7:15 a.m., Monday through Thursday nights 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., as well as Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Looking right across the street from the high school is the Pulaski Community Middle School, which is the home of the Pulaski pool. The pool has ﬂexible hours and is open to all for not only classes but also for open

swim. Like the fitness center at the high school, the pool is open in the afternoon to all. Hours for the pool are Monday through Friday 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Prices start with walk-in swimmers costing $5, 10 swims for $35, 20 swims for $66, and 40 swims for $128. With these two places right in your own backyard you should have no problem finding some way to get in and stay in shape. The New Year brings not only a new start but a new chance at a resolution, so make fitness yours and visit one of these great places.

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Online registration for 2014 Bellin Run now open Run/walk event offers option to gift registration this holiday season Online signup for the 38th annual run/walk event officially opened on Friday, December 20. Returning this year is the ability to buy registrations for family, friends, co-workers and others. “A paid registration to the 2014 Bellin Run is a unique gift especially for those already planning to take better control of their health and fitness in the coming year,” said executive race director Randy Van Straten. “Registering a family member or a friend is a great way of helping them put some action behind their health and fitness aspirations. “We’re excited to be able to continue to offer this healthy and unique gift idea in time for Christmas and New Year’s,” Van Straten said. Bellin Run organizers also have released the logo for the 2014 event. “The annual Bellin Run logo has become a tradition in itself,” Van Straten said. “Registrants tell us they look forward to seeing each year’s design. It’s not uncommon to see people around town sporting a Bellin Run T-shirt from past events. It’s

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a very visible sign of the wearer’s accomplishment and commitment to fitness and wellness.” The Bellin Run will take place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 14. The 6.2-mile run/walk through Green Bay and Allouez traditionally occurs on the second Saturday of June. Online registration for the 2014 event is $20 through Thursday, May 1. All registrants receive an official 2014-style Bellin Run T-shirt. Registration is easy. Visit the Bellin Run website at www. bellinrun.com to sign up and click on the tab labeled “Register Online.” Click the “Buy Registration as a Gift” tab and follow the instructions to purchase a registration for family or friends. “It’s a great holiday gift and helps encourage Bellin Run participation by loved ones,” said Linda Maxwell, assistant race director for the Bellin Run. “It’s also a great way keep health and fitness top of mind as we start making our annual New Year’s resolutions to get fit, reduce weight and make healthier lifestyle choices.” The 2013 Bellin Run recorded 20,000 registrants.

The holiday season is now the busiest time of the year for the US Postal Service. Last year, over 20 billion cards, letters, and packages were sent, causing the USPS to hire nearly 40,000 temporary workers and put thousands of additional trucks, trains, and planes in service.

by Brian FitzGerald The Fred Kestly Fieldhouse has a new look as of Tuesday, December 17. The ﬁrst ever team state championship banner was revealed prior to the boy’s basketball game, where it now hangs in the northern end of the gym, next to the main score board. Almost the entire 2012-2013 basketball team was in attendance for the ceremony. The banner hangs along with six additional state runner up banners in wrestling, football, and cross country, and will be joined in the future by a banner for the dance team, as they won state in the 2008-2009 season. A thank you goes out to the Pulaski Red Raider Booster Club, who had the vision and ﬁnancial donations to make the new banner possible.

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Births and Deaths Birth Cody Willard Svacina was born Nov. 28 to Scott and Leslie (Shuler) Svacina of Deer Park, Wis. Grandparents are Susan and Harvey Shuler of Oneida.

D eaths

Robert T. Peterson Robert T. Peterson, 79, of Pulaski, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013, at a local hospital. The son of Raymond and Ruby (Jones) Peterson was born in Elton, WI, on May 21, 1934. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, and going to stock car races. Bob was forever on the go. Because his life took him through so many cities and towns, he carried a vast knowledge of a large portion of the states with him. He was extremely outgoing and never hesitated to engage in conversation with persons well-known or that he just met. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Mary; his children: Scott (Cheryl) Peterson, Lakewood, and Tracy (Jack) Fischer, Sound Beach, NY; grandchildren: Samuel, Andre, and Elliot; great-granddaughter: Natalie; two sisters: Lila May and Judy (Ralph) Bostwick; one brother: Carl Peterson. The Funeral Service took take place at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 15, 2013, at Marnocha Funeral Home, Rev. Steve Fewell ofﬁciating. Burial took place in Star Neva Cemetery.

at the Angelica United Methodist Church. The couple were married 59 years at the time of Art’s death. Alice graduated from Angelica Grade School and Pulaski High School. After attending Vocational School, now NWTC, she worked at Green Bay Food Co., and then at Pikle Rite Co. in Pulaski for 30 years. Alice also worked at Pulaski Housing and the Pulaski Senior Center. After retirement, she did bookwork for the Pulaski commission on aging. She volunteered as a STEP worker at Glenbrook School, assisting children in reading and doing craft projects. Alice had served as secretary-treasurer of the Angelica United Methodist Church for 15 years. She served as the Angelica Sunday School superintendent for over 50 years, and was a member of the United Methodist Women’s Society. She belonged to the local homemakers club, and was always involved with her family, especially her grandchildren. They were her pride and joy. Alice enjoyed the outdoors, especially her small garden and raspberries. Survivors include two sons and one daughter: Gerald (Debra) Graf, Angelica, Pat (Cindy) Graf, Angelica, Sally (Tim) Slezewski, Pulaski; seven grandchildren: Rebecca (Jeff Sr.) Dendler, William (Tricia) Graf, Robert Graf, Carrie (John) Schneider, Lisa (ﬁancé Matt LaMay), Samuel Slezewski, Hannah Slezewski; four greatgrandchildren: Jeffrey Dendler, Jr., Morgyn and Kadyn Graf, Rylee Schneider; one brotherin-law: Claude Bohn, Green Bay. Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur, on January 2, 2003, one brother, Ray Martin, Jr., and one sister, Marian Bohn. Marnocha Funeral Home, Pulaski served the family.The Funeral Service was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at Angelica United Methodist Church, Pastor Loretta Waegli ofﬁciated. Burial in Hillside Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at http://www.marnochafuneralhome.com/

Alice L. Graf, resident of Angelica her entire life, died Thursday evening, Dec. 12, 2013, at Meadowview in Bonduel. She was born on July 17, 1923, to the late Raymond Martin, Sr. and Clara (Berndt) Martin, at the family home in Angelica. She married Arthur N. Graf on November 11, 1944,

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Many gave grocery items, hams, turkeys, gifts for kids and senior citizens, time to help organize and shop and ﬁnancial support for the Christmas meal bags and Christmas Gifts for Kids program. If I forgot to mention you or your group please forgive me; we continue to be so blessed here in the Pulaski School District with people who really care for our own.

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Raymond A. Liss, 90, Pulaski, died peacefully Saturday afternoon, December 14, 2013, at Sharpe Care in Oconto Falls. The son of Frank and Mary (Wesolowski) Liss was born January 25, 1923 in Pulaski, where he was a lifelong resident. In August of 1950, he married Wanda Malcheski at Assumption B.V.M. Church. He owned and operated Liss Standard Service for 41 years, and later worked as a sales rep. for Standard Oil. Ray was an active member of the community. He was

(Eunice), and Richard (Lucille) Liss; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Elinor (Ed) Banky, Lucille (Ben) Mancheski, and Dorothy (Joseph) Zablocki; Wanda’s family, Edward Malcheski, Jean (Dr. R.M.) Nesemann, John Malcheski, and Emerine (George) Hughes. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 18th at Assumption B.V.M. Church in Pulaski. Marnocha Funeral Home served the family.

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named the 1991 recipient of the Pulaski Area Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award. He had served on the Board of Directors for the Chamber, as Secretary-Treasurer of Pulaski Industries, Inc., and belonged to the Pulaski TriCounty Community Corp. and the Pulaski Economic Development Corp. He was a member and past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Bona Council #4439, Pulaski. He was a faith-filled member of Assumption B.V.M. Parish, and was a regular participant at morning Mass. Ray was a member of the Holy Name Society, served on the advisory board for the Assumption B.V.M. School Trust Fund, and helped organize the parish produce wagon. Ray loved the northwoods and especially loved spending time at his cabin, where he enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends. He was a good husband and dad, and especially doted on his grandchildren. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Pete (Sheryl) Liss, Pulaski and Paul (Chris) Liss, Sobieski; five grandchildren, Kristin (Chad) Beihoff, Holly (Del) Zuleger, Tim Liss, Jamie (Brad) Emanuel, and Mary Liss; one great-grandson, Aiden Liss; one sister, C. Alinda Levinson, Boise, Idaho; sisters-in-law, Sr. Helen Malcheski, SSJ-TOSF, Doris Malcheski, Mary Malcheski, Barb (Gerry) Hussin, LaVerne Malcheski, and Laurine Malcheski; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda, in 1994; four brothers and two sistersin-law, Edward, Stanley, Walter

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In Memoriam Deep in our hearts you’ll always stay, loved and remembered everyday.

Forever in our hearts and on our minds at Christmas and always! Sadly missed and loved so much by all your family and friends

Loved and missed by Ellen, Ken, Jeanne, Jerry, Steve, Ruth, Phil, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

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In memory of four cousins who left this world way too early. Gone but not forgotten.

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the entire Pulaski News Staff! On December 20, the students’ last day of class before break, we had a holiday party where we made breakfast and exchanged gifts. Thanks to all of you who support the Pulaski News! Here’s to a happy and healthy new year. Here is the caption for the two photos above and to the right of this column. Front row (left to right): Owen Nowicki, Mason Ziemer, Emily Budz, Jaysie Noeldner, Amanda Bodart, Bailey Sintow, Katie Robinson, Steven Seamandel (Pulaski News instructor). Back row (left to right): Brian FitzGerald, Sue Simoens (Ad design), Kimberly Uelmen (Editor-in-Chief), Joey Thyne, Jenna Guernsey, Emily Zambrowicz, Samantha Krusic, Kennedy Tebo, Logan Nowinski, Kayla Adams, Maddie Wlash, Amber Early, Taylor Branceﬁeld, Jossi Barrett, and Laurie Fischer (Pulaski News secretary).

As we celebrate Christmas, we are brought together to share the memories we have. Whether it would be walking into the house smelling fresh baked apple pie and your famous beans or clowning around in search of licorice or sitting down and listening to embellished stories. All these memories touching our lives in a special way. We miss you Grandma, Grandpa and Jodi. Dorothy and Tony Prokop and family

Love all the families.

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