eatonredink.com MAY 4, 2022 Vol. 14 Ed. 4 114 Park Ave Eaton, CO 80615
Class of 2022: Constructing a Legacy
pages 8-13
2 redreport May 4, 2022
Jazz band finishes off the year strong Combo and Ensemble close the door with a stellar performance
jadenstone sportseditor lucasstone staffreporter Jazz Band has wrapped up the year with its final concert. As one of the final events to occur in the historic Eaton High School Auditorium, the Jazz Bands made the most of it. Monday, April 25, the Jazz Combo and Jazz Ensemble played for the last time this school year. Their concert took place at the Eaton High School Auditorium at 7:00 pm.
Abby Vondy Bryce Smith (22) per-
forms his solo
It was an all around sad feeling, knowing that it would be the last time the seniors would be playing for the jazz bands together. Jack Dalton (24) said, “Everyone was very proud of themselves and their peers, but it was also a very sad feeling of playing with the seniors for the last time.” Jazz Combo kicked the night off by playing three songs with many outstanding solos. In their first song, “Autumn Leaves” by Joseph Kosma, the band contributed one solo from Mick Mccaskill (23). Going straight into their next song, the upbeat, “702 Shuffle” by Bret Zvaeck, had special guest artists from band director and teacher Logan Doddridge’s band called Choice City Seven (CC7). Doddridge said, “For me it was cool that we got to collaborate and was really special because I kinda got to share my life with the kids a little bit more. They got to see the pro-
fessional groups that I play in and got to be around the professional musicians that I get to be around a lot. And I got to play so that was kind of cool. It was fun to share in that sort of fashion. Also it is also really cool to look at the seniors and see how far they have come. Back in August we couldn’t even play our instruments at all and to see what they did Monday night was truly amazing.” On top of that, “702 Shuffle” presented the talents of many young artists with solos from Mackinze Hays (25), Callie Zacharias (25), Alexyz Hernandez (23), and Erik Montague (22). Jazz Combo finished off their night with “Groove Merchant” by Jerome Richardson, which had solos from Cameron Faust (22) and Clayton Heid (25). CC7 played a big role in this concert and was very important to Doddridge. He said, “My band is made up of a bunch of educators, so it was really easy
for them to say yes to helping out and inspiring other kids. They love doing that kind of thing where we do an outreach concert. That is kinda why we formed that group. Our group isn’t going to go on a World Tour anytime soon but we’re really passionate about playing for other kids and inspiring young musicians.” After the Jazz Combo finished up and a short intermission, the Jazz Ensemble band left it all out there with an amazing performance of six songs. “Megalovania” by Toby Fox, kicked off their concert with a couple of solos from Even Reichel (23) and Morelya Lopez (22). The Jazz Ensemble went through their night with other songs like “Sweet Thunder” by Duke Ellington, and “Strasbourg St. Denis” by Roy Hargrave. The song’s solos were played by Paige Davis (24) and Montague in “Sweet Thunder” and Alex Rumley (23), Faust, and a CC7 guest,
John McKay. “Don’t Push” by Ryan Middagh was the band’s fourth song where they lit up the stage with a more upbeat song with a couple more solos from Gilbert Feldpausch (24) and Madilyn Campbell (23). “El Abrazo” followed that with Bryce Smith (22) moving the audience with a beautiful solo. The Jazz Ensemble went out with a bang, performing, “Sing Sing Sing” by Louis Prima, and Charlotte Reynolds (22) and Abby Whitaker (22) drummed together in their final song together as seniors. Smith also played another solo on the saxophone to end the great night of music. Seniors have worked hard all four years just to get to where they are today. After the concert Reynolds said, “I am feeling sad to leave this chapter of my life behind and I am very blessed to have had a great director and band members throughout these four years.”
EHS theater performs Game of Tiara s
Eaton theater says goodbye with one last play in historic auditorium ashlenlivingston staffreporter The play Game of Tiaras, written by Don Zoldis, contains Shakespeare-like tragedies, Game of Thrones plot twists, and well-known Disney princesses. Tragedy turns into uncontrollable laughter and the odd plot twists create for a very memorable play. It begins with a King who divides his kingdom between his three daughters. Cinderella, Belle, and Ellie (Snow Queen), and the three must prove their love for their father. The play was performed Apr. 21-23 and sadly will be the last play to be held in the old high school theater. For the
seniors who have been part of theater for years, this is an especially touching time due to it being their last play. This play was even more meaningful to Kendra Hixon, the theater arts teacher and director, who has been teaching for 12 years. Cinderella, played by Morelya Lopez (22),was excited to play a princess as well as other characters during the play. Lopez said, “You think it’d get easier each day but each day there was another reason to be nervous, but we still made it through.” Lopez, along with other princesses, were a bit nervous on the first show night but with each performance it became easier. Scarlett
Wray (22) played Ellie (Snow Queen). She said, “It’s genuinely the funniest play I think we’ve done so far.” Wray had a lot of funny moments in the play, and she also has nothing to do with the copyrighted princess that builds an ice castle. Wray also said, “It sounds cliche but we really are like a big family.” Working with other actors and spending time with each other is sure to bring people together. Stage Manager Rinoa Womack (22) said, “You’ve got so many moving parts, actors, props, lights, and stage crew moving.” Being behind the scenes is a big role to take on and it can make or break a
show. Womack is responsible for not only the lights and props but the actors as well. The tech crew as well as the actors have to work together in order to have a smooth production. Game of Tiaras was a thrill-
ing mix of Disney princesses, plot twists, and classic Shakespearean tragedies. Hixon as well as the cast and tech crew put on an amazing show to end the year with. The seniors will be dearly missed, as will the historical theater.
Ashlen Livingston Morelya Lopez (22) acts out a guillotine scence with the king, played by Michael Howard (22) in the play
May 4, 2022
redreport 3
Alternative paths after high school
Community college and the military are popular options after high school blakehays huntertomlinson staffreporter
E-1 (lowest rank possible). The other option is to go to college and join ROTC (Reserve There are many paths stu- Officers’ Training Corps), and dents can take after they join with the rank of officer/ graduate from high school second lieutenant. Lucas Cass and the most well-known one (22) said, “I would like to go is going to a four-year college. and serve my country while I Although this might seem like can. I don’t plan on staying in the way to go, sometimes stu- forever, but I would like to do dents decide to take a different something meaningful while I path. The most prominent dif- am in.” On the other hand, commuferent paths for students are to attend a community college or nity colleges come with many perks for students who are join the military. The United States armed not interested in the military, forces can be a great path for not immediately looking for a students who want to learn four-year college, or not lookleadership and respect There ing for a four-year college at are six branches of the mili- all. It is a much cheaper option tary: Army, Air Force, Marine and it’s usually only a two-year Corps, Coast Guard, Navy, program, which is more ideal for some and the Space students. Force. The Space Many stuForce and Air dents choose Force are conI want to join the to attend a nected in a way, military to not community but with different only serve my college for jobs and purposes. those reacountry but to use There are over 800 sons. total jobs comits benefits Shelbined throughout don Cole all six branches -Michael Howard (22) said, of the military. In “I am goaddition, it proing to Aims vides a guaranteed Community paycheck and cash College. I bonus, education decided to benefits, advanced and specialty training, travel, go there because it would be option for full-time or part- cheaper in the long run with time service, and health and classes and living. I can also dental care. Michael Howard transfer to UNC for a bach(22) said, “I want to join the elor’s degree. They also have very good military to not only serve my country but to use its benefits such as free education to help further my future. I’m joining the Air Force and I’d like to do pararescue or intelligence.” There are many ways to join the service. The most common way is to enlist on the official website or go to a recruiting office and find a recruiter for the respective branch to become
“
Michael Howard (22) stands alongside his civil air patrol crew
courses for the degree I am taking. I am definitely majoring in Criminal Justice and maybe doubling up with a Police Studies degree.” Aims Community College is the closest community college to Eaton, Colorado, which makes it a great option for Eaton High School graduates. Community colleges allow students to see if they like certain majors or career paths without much cost. There are many alternatives to four-year colleges for students after high school and although these aren’t the only options, they are the most wellknown. About 66% of high school students go to community college after high school
and only about 1% of students go into the military. Alternative options include going directly into the workforce or attending a trade school to learn a specific skill,
which is similar to attending a community college. Students have many options these days for career paths and are able to pursue them in many ways.
RedInk Staff Editor-in-Chief..……...........................…abigailvondy Managing Editor……........………...…charlottereynolds News Editor…….........................……dakotabraucher Sports Editor..........…............……......……jadenstone Feature Editor…..................…..........….emilyhogsett Socialmedia Editor.................................ryleemartin Opinion Editor......................................maddiefisher Staff Reporter..........................................blakehays Staff Reporter....................................patrickpreston Staff Reporter.......................................aubreyledall Staff Reporter.......................................logangullett Staff Reporter.........................................lucasstone Staff Reporter.................................ashlenlivingston Staff Reporter................................huntertomlinson Staff Reporter.......................................kaitiegomez Cartoonist............................................gabeholguin Adviser………..........………......................jarynguerra The Red Ink is a public forum,School-sponsored and student generated, which encourages the free exchange of ideas and information. All opinions made in the exercise of freedom of speech or press are the sole opinions of the writers and are in no way to be considered the opinions of Eaton High School, administration, Board of Education, or Eaton School District. The Red Ink strictly adheres to School Board Policy JCEA and Colorado Revised Statute 12-1120. The Red Ink and eatonredink.com are members of the Colorado School Media Association, Journalism Education Association, and Quill and Scroll. The Red Ink encourages reader feedback. All letters to the the editor can be submitted to eatonredink@gmail.com
4 redreport May 4, 2022
“More Than My Hometown” Prom 2022 emilyhogsett featureeditor Every high schooler looks forward to a fun night of dressing up, having a nice dinner, and dancing the night away with their fellow classmates. Themed off of Morgan Wallen’s song “More Than My Hometown,” the night had a rustic vibe. The song fit perfectly considering the students of EHS will say goodbye to their current high school as they move to the new building, and as seniors move on to their next chapter in life. The night was filled with a variety of dances and fun at the Z Ranch Event Center. The dance was followed by AfterProm at the high school where students engaged in a variety of games. The night was casino themed, filling the school with black jack, poker, and craps along with other fun such as life-size hungry hippo, hamsterball races, and spike ball. A night spent dancing and celebrating their hometown is a memory EHS students will have forever as they step into the next chapter of their life.
Photo Courtesy Kris Chadwick Ben Richter (22), Emery Baessler (22), Brayden Dean (22), Taylor Bradshaw (22), Jesse Slatten (22), Madi Beers (22), T.J. Hoffner (22), Abby Vondy (22), Leyah Scott (23), Wesley Martin (22), Karson Chadwick (22), Dylan Laswell (22), Ellie Bjork (22), Dimitrius Reyes (22), Joseph Sisneros (22), and Jared McCormack (22)
Photo Courtesy Pamela Holguin Prom King, Juan Campos (22), and Queen, Lexi Bruntz (22) dancing after being crowned
Photo Courtesy Pamela Holguin
Ryder True (23), Austin Martinez (23), Trent Salberg (23) and Tate Smith (23) show off their championship rings
Photo Courtesy Aubrey Ledall
Brooke Beacom (22) and Ashlyn Meyer (22)
Sydney Mills (22), Charlotte Reynolds (22), Zoie Floryance (22), and Josie Roselle (22)
Abby Schreiner (22) and Mayzie Helzer (24)
Abbyanne Copeland (23), Aubrey Ledall (23), Daniela Rincon (23), Dayana Hernandez (23), Maddie Robson (23), Shelby Shuman (23), Autumn Hockley (23), Emily Brisendine (23), Lauren Caudle (23), and Tiana McDaniel (23)
Photo Courtesy Pamela Holguin
May 4, 2022
redreport 5
Where is the Red Ink Staff? Try to find all 17 staff members! ryleemartin socialmediaeditor “Where is the Red Ink Staff?” is a new game similar to “Where’s Waldo?” All 17 members of the Red Ink Staff will be scattered around the entire newspaper. Remember to look high, low, and side to side because the first person to find all 17 members of the staff and bring the circled pictures to Mrs. Guerra will win a prize. The pictures below of the staff are the pictures that will be hidden throughout the news spread. Good luck and remember to seek quickly because the first person to find all 17 is the only winner!
Scan to read more!
Current Events Crossword logangullett staffreporter
6 redreport May 4, 2022
Advice from the upperclassmen
Seniors who have learned the formula for success share some wisdom
logangullett staffreporter As students make their way through high school, they gain a lot of wisdom. Although the four years can go by really fast, there are many lessons to be learned. Nobody wants to learn something the hard way, so it can be very helpful when other, more experienced students, can hand down some advice to the underclassmen. Everybody’s high school experience differs from one another, but there are certain philosophies that all upperclassmen would agree upon. In high school, and in life in general, there will always be mistakes made and regrets to be had. But with the power of hindsight, many of these faults can be avoided. There is no easier way to make friends in high school
than getting involved. It is a manta indoctrinated into students since their freshman year by teachers and staff members, and for good reason. At Eaton High School there are a plethora of clubs, organizations, and sports to join. Golf, Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Wrestling, Baseball, Swimming, Track and Field, and Tennis are all of the available sports students can participate in at EHS. If athletics isn’t a huge interest, there are many clubs to join as well. FCCLA, National Honor Society, Robotics, FCS, and Key Club are just a few of many clubs students can join. something. NHS president Megan St. Jean (22) said, “My advice is to be yourself and get involved. Build relationships with people that are kind and participate
in as many clubs and sports as impossible are created through possible.” Not only will par- sports and other extracurricular ticipating in clubs and sports activities. Allyson Weichel (22) said, allows students to work on their hobbies, but it also allows “I’d say try something new. them to make new friends. For Get involved with something freshmen and any other new- because there are so many new comers to the school, it can things to try now that you’re in high school. be intimidatMake it fun.” ing and scary Weichel, captain to not know of the track team, a majority of “I would say my emphasizes both the faces in advice to undertrying something the school. classmen is to new and havGettinginenjoy every moing fun. High volved alschool offers so lows students ment because it many more opof different goes by so fast.” portunities than ages, genders, middle school and back-Jared McCormack and elementary grounds to school, so to not connect with get involved in at each other over common interests. Many least one organization would friendships that once seemed be to waste a gift. Also, it is im-
portant to have fun because it makes all of the effort worthwhile. At the beginning of freshman year, four years can seem like an eternity; however, most seniors would agree that time passes in a blink of an eye, so make sure to take advantage of the ‘good old days.’ Joseph Sisneros (22) said, “You never know what you may be missing behind a decision you might regret later down the road. Be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Take the opportunities that present themselves to you and give them a try.” Essentially, all of these seniors are suggesting to get involved, have fun, and make memories. High school only happens once, so make the absolute most of it while it lasts.
Saying goodbye to the faces of EHS Selby and Pelz get ready for their next adventure abigailvondy editorinchief
Carol Pelz
, the Couseling Administrative Assistant, has been at Eaton High School for 12 years, but has worked within the district for 22. Previously, she was a substitute teacher at the middle school and elementary schools, but after some time, she decided she
Lori Selby, the Admin-
sitrative Assistant to the Principal, has been at Eaton High School for 17 years. Selby originally came to EHS after a job opportunity presented itself with a principal she knew. Her four children were graduating and getting older, so she decided to start something new. Quickly, Selby fell in love with the office staff. “I was respected for the job I did, and this job worked great with raising kids and having a husband who traveled frequently,” she said. In her retirement, Selby is looking forward to spending time with her amazing husband and family without thinking about work. Not only
wanted a change. She decided to stay at Eaton High because she enjoyed the job and it was a good way to fill her time as her children were graduating. “I hope to convince my husband to retire so him and I can spend our time traveling together,” she said.
Lori Selby with her family
that, but she is planning on traveling the US in her camper, spending time in her garden,
reading more books, quilting, and waiting for grandchildren for her to love.
Carol Pelz and her husband at the botanical garden in Washington DC
May 4, 2022
Vondy’s View
Vandalism in the halls of EHS
abigailvondy editorinchief
Goodbye Class of 2022 Staff Editoral
Dear Class of 2022, We did it. After 12 years, we have reached the stage, we have earned a cap, and we have earned a gown. We’ve heard echoes of “2022” since we were in kindergarten. And now it is in our hands and we now face the rest of our lives. The last four years have been quite a rollercoaster. We faced a global pandemic that immediately disrupted our sophomore year, we endured a junior year in masks and quarantines, and now we graduate in construction. Through it all, we have persevered, made some good memories, and had many great laughs. If I wanted to give you mediocre advice, I’d tell you to be kind, to love others, and to take every opportunity you get. I’d remind you to brush your teeth, tell your parents you love them and stay organized. But, I know you’ve heard this before, and you will probably hear it all again. So I won’t burden you with listening to more advice. Instead, I’ll tell you what you all have taught me. Twelve years with you all has taught me that everyone has their flaws, but flaws make everyone human, and therefore, beautiful. You have all taught me that no matter what “group” someone belongs in, they are still worthy of your time and attention. You have all taught me that everyone deserves a voice. I now know that there is no point in being so serious all the time. I understand how to laugh when I would refuse to previously. I have also been taught to love everyone, because you
will never know when it will be your last chance to. I have been taught to be proud of the accomplishments of my peers because everyone’s work should be recognized. And, in this moment, I am full of pride. I am proud of every single one of you for making it this far. I am proud of you for facing the adversity and coming out successful. Now, I say goodbye to the class that grew up with me. I say farewell to the people who shaped me into the being I am today. I tell the school I was taught in that I’m grateful for its lessons. I inform my teachers that they gave me the power to succeed. And to the underclassmen, I say, it truly does go by quickly, so take advantage of every moment. To you, Class of 2022, I say thank you. Goodbye, Class of 2022, I wish the best for every one of you. Even though it might be from a distance, I cannot wait to witness all of the great things you will do. To my friends: Thank you for supporting me through it all To the Eaton Red Ink: Thank you for giving me the tools necessary to follow my dreams. To Jaryn Guerra: Thank you for believing in me when I was convinced no one did. To Chad Shaw: Thank you for always listening. To the future staff: Don’t be silenced and continue to be great. I will miss you all.
redview 7
The current home of Eaton High School is soon to be the new home of the middle schoolers in the Eaton School District. New additions have been added to the current high school in preparation for these younger students. The idea behind these additions is to preserve the school as much as possible in the coming years. This, however, is already not happening because certain students within the school are disrespecting the new opportunities that have been put in place for them. Many bathrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities have been mistreated, and it is disheartening to see students taking advantage of what they are given. Although there are only a few people that are being disrespectful toward the facilities, many are feeling the effects. Junior Trent Salberg said, “It upsets me because there are certain groups of people that go in there and break things thinking it’s funny but then all guys get grouped together when being punished. It makes us all look bad when in reality it’s only a select few.” The acts of the few are often taken out on the many because that is the only way that it can be stopped. Assistant Principal Tom Shannon said, “It’s something as simple as just taking pride in our building and bathrooms that carries over to the pride that we show in our academics and our co-curriculars…on the field and on the court. That’s the root of what we do…that is the core that carries on over to where everybody else sees how we work.” Eaton High School prides
itself on not only its athletics, but its academics and its image in the community as well. There are so many things that this school has earned the right to take pride in, and when kids do this kind of thing, it ruins the entire reason behind the students who are trying to make their school a better place. Junior Grant Hernandez said, “When people do this kind of thing, it really destroys the school’s image.” It is simply disappointing to see that students enjoy disrespecting the school’s property enough for bathrooms to be shut down, and for it to turn into such a big deal. The mindset that it is just a joke, or that if people are seeing it and just not saying anything about it needs to change, because the weight of the situation is a lot more than some people realize. Not only does it inconvenience the students, it paints a bad picture around the high school, and it looks bad for the community. The general disrespect that is being shown towards the school may seem harmless in the eyes of some, but the reputation of the school is being affected. People from other schools should walk in and admire the building and recognize the excellence of the students of
Eaton High School, but they aren’t able to do so when there is caution tape blocking off the bathrooms. Vandalism isn’t solely affecting the school, however. There are expensive costs and possibly criminal outcomes to the acts being committed. Theft isn’t a joke and people are treating it as just that. The school also has to replace the things that are being stolen, many of which are quite costly. Shannon said, “How do we get into the mindset that we are actually destroying property?” There are so many things to be proud of in regards to being a part of the Eaton Reds family. These tokens of pride that the school carries on their back are being tarnished and ruined because people want to have a laugh, or for whatever reason they are being disrespectful towards the school. The mindset that the physical building isn’t important and that it will just be fixed needs to be changed, and until it is, Eaton students shouldn’t be proud of the disrespect. There should be no pride in vandalism and in acts that can be prevented. The students need to come together and take their school and their community seriously if they would like to be treated the same way.
Gabe Holguin
8 redspot May 4, 2022
Class of 2022
Song: “You’re Gonna Miss This”
Class colors: Red and Gold
“I’m more outgoing and outspoken and very confident and more responsible.” Ines Adame
“I have been able to change my mindset and overall became a better person for myself and learning to put myself first” Hope Ambute
“I’ve expanded my interests, I go to more school activities, take more opportunities, and I’m a lot nicer.” Dakota Annis
“I’ve found a really great friend group and I’m in a good place academically.” Emery Baessler
“My personality and friend group have changed. I’ve also grown and matured in different ways.” Hailey Bangert
“I’ve learned to accept peoples help when I need it the most. I’ve learned to listen even when I’m not asked.” Brogan Barr
“From freshman year to now, I have become much more confident in myself and my leadership abilities.” Brooke Beacom
“I got taller.” Carter Bean
“Since freshman year, I have figured out what my purpose in life is.” Madisyn Beers
“I am more confident in myself.” Ellie Bjork
“Now I am more involved and put myself out there because it doesn’t matter what anyone thinks.” Taylor Bradshaw
“I’ve become a lot more outgoing.” Lexi Bruntz
Kody Campbell
“I got better drip and I’ve matured.” Juan Campos
“I have matured and learned how to be responsible and fun at the same time.” Lucas Cass
“I became more responsible, have matured, and have learned how to find a balance between fun and work.” Alex Castaneda
“I feel more prepared and I have more confidence with talking to others. Also my English has been more advanced.” Miguel Castaneda Vazquez
“I matured very much, I was a quiet kid who understood little of the social aspects. I became much more serious and I gained
“I’ve changed a lot and I’m guessing everyone could tell you that. But from freshmen year to now I just figured out that everything happens
“Since freshman year I’ve learned to prioritize my own happiness and not feel bad about it.” Kati Conway
“I have changed since freshman year by removing problems from my life and doing anything that makes me happy.”
“I think I’ve grown into a more independent and confident person. I’ve became the person I want to be for others and myself.”
“I have become more social and broke out of my shell. I gained more confidence to speak my mind and be myself.” Addie Burke
“I’ve learned to take life one step at a time and not take school work as seriously and have some fun.” Karson Chadwick
authority with those around me.”
Sheldon Cole
for a reason and don’t take life too serious.”
Olivia Comer
Logan Cook
Mackenzie Crouch
How have you changed from freshmen year to now?
May 4, 2021
“I have changed from freshman year in the ways of being more self confident self assured.” Ashlyn Crowder
redspot 9
“I changed from freshman year to senior year learning how to be myself and not care what others think.” Haley De Los Santos
“If there’s one thing I never hated about highschool it’s the friendships and relationships it allowed me to create and experience.”
“I have changed as an athlete throughout high school.” Ryan Dirksen
“The biggest change that I noticed was the leader that I became, I started to be a more positive leader and go out of my comfort zone.” Dirk Duncan
“I feel more loose and have just started living my life.” Justin Elizalde
“Freshman year I was not the best student, but senior year I have felt really good and have been doing a lot better.” Tanner Emerson
“ I have gotten my confidence up, started talking to teachers more, and have talked to new people without being shy about it.” Carmelita Estrada Aguilar
“My freshman year I was incredibly chaotic and as a senior I’m still chaotic but I’m able to be stylisticly chaotic.” Cameron Faust
“I have gotten better at speaking English.” Gaspar Felix Manuel
“I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone to be friends with everyone rather than only talk to the same people.” Abigail Fetzer
“The respect that I have for people has changed from my freshman year to my senior year.” Ethan Florez
“I realized that the people around me love me for who I am and that I don’t need to change to fulfill the expectations of others around me.” Zoie Floryance
“ I have grown up academically majorly.” Kristy Ford
“I’ve become a lot more confident in myself and who I am as a person by learning not to care as much what people think.” Mollie Fritzler
“I have become more mature.” Alijah Garcia
“ I would day that my work ethic has changed the most from being here.” Izreal Garcia
“Freshman year I was a very shy person and it wasn’t the language barrier I just didn’t like talking, now I am a bit more social.” Josue Garcia Armas
“ I have changed quite a bit from freshman year not only with my style but my head space.” Keri Gerkin
“I would have never imagined that now, as I’m ending my senior year of high school, I’m also ending my freshman year of college.” Katie Gertge
“I have become more positive and realized that it’s okay to not be perfect in everything you do.” Kaitlyn Gomez
“I feel like I have become more independent and have not worried about if I have friends or not.” Perla Gomez Torres
“I have matured a lot and realized that nothing is free. In order to get what you want, you have to work hard and push yourself.” Hunter Harris
“ I have started using a planner and preparing myself for life outside of highschool one step at a time.” Blake Hays
Brayden Dean
10 redspot
“I have changed in alot of ways mainly in confidence, I used to be really shy and quiet, and I still am. But I realized that nobody really cares about the small stuff.”
Kasen Hays
“I have changed from freshman year to now becasue I am closer with God and have grown a lot in sports. I’m excited to play at the next level.”
Ahana Leffler
“I haven’t really changed at all, I just feel like I need to prepare for adulthood.” Justin Mendez
“I have matured in every aspect from being a freshman to now. I have learned many new things that I will put to use as I graduate high school and become an adult.”
Haylee Norden
May 4, 2022
Class of 2022
“I think the biggest change from freshman to senior year is my mentality.” Ashlyn Higuera
“I feel like my outlook on life changed, like how I see different experiences and experience things.” TJ Hoffner
“ I have become more confident in myself and what I want out of my future.” Emily Hogsett
“ I have become more confident in myself and what I want out of my future thanks to the loving people around me.” Gabriel Holguin Lopez
“I’d say that I’ve definitely become more independent and confident!” Adie Hood
“I have had a lot of time to try and understand who I am. I am still figuring that all out at the moment, but I understand myself more now than I have with identity and my feelings.”
“I’ve changed since my freshman year by fully accepting myself and my morals, and I stopped trying to please others.”
“I have learned to enjoy wielding more than I thought.”
“I changed from my freshman self is that I dont allow myself to get taken advantage of or stepped on, I value my independence more now and appretiate myself more.” Morelya Lopez
“I stopped waiting to do my homework the night before it was due and I started being more apart of the school and help anyone with anything they needed in order to be successful throughout the year.”
“I used to chase the boys, but now they chase me.” Daisii Mendlik
“I haven’t changed at all.”
“I have grown as a student/person by understanding how to be organized and balanced with academics and friends.” Ashlyn Meyer
“I have grown to stand up for myself and be who I really am and become better each and everyday no matter what people have to say about me.” Sydney Mills
“Over the years at Eaton High School, I have learned how to communicate with all types of people.”
“Coming into high school I was very shy and not out going at all, but over the years I’ve become the person I am after meeting tons of new people and going through ups and downs in life.”
“As a senior, I have learned many organizational skills and had an entire interest change in what I’m doing in the future. I went from radiology to mechanical engineering.”
“It has changed me by making me more responsible for my actions.”
Ashlen Livingston
Matthew Longwell
Brianna Lewis
Kyler Novacek
Nathan Merideth
“As a senior I became more confident in myself than I ever was as a freshman. Confidence helped me become a leader and gave me the ability to speak my mind.”
Itxel Nunez Lopez
Faith Orosco
Matthew Paris
Jose Lopez Rodriquez
Peter Mongan
Santiago Perez Gongora
May 4, 2022
Class motto: “Live, Laugh, Love” Class flower: Rose Class size: 138
“The biggest difference between myself freshmen year to myself senior year is a sense of purpose.” Michael Howard
“Since freshman year, I have found myself more and have grown to be a more mature and happy person.” Haley Jeglum
redspot 11
My look out on the world is also much different because when you a kid you don’t see much, but as you get older you start to expand your view on what’s going on around and become aware that not everyone has it like you do.”
“Freshman year I could not manage my time well, but over the years I figured it out and have been able to manage my time with school, sports, and life outside of school.”
“The only thing that has changed for me in the past four years, other than my height, would be the understanding of how important organization and hard work goes into daily life.”
“I worry less, I learned that I don’t have to worry about the big things as much. If I work on the little things, I won’t have to deal with the big problems as much.”
“Freshman year my life was kind of basic and all I had to worry about was school, but now I’m more focused on college and becoming an adult.”
Cody Kuehster
Dylan Laswell
Trey Lawrence
Philip Lawrence
“I hve been more positive and want to help people out. Started my youtube channel adanluna_28 everybody check me out!” Adan Luna Cristobal
“I am scared to leave high school, I have changed because I am ready for what happens next.” Rodolfo Manuel
“I’ve found a comfortable friend group I can rely on, and I’ve made some great memories and I’ve been able to expand my views.” Wesley Martin
“I feel like I have grown as a person in my confidence and leadership skills which is something I used to struggle with.” Feliz Martinez
“I’m way more mature, I’ve stopped trying to impress everyone. I finally found myself and I’m able to interact with most people.” John Martinez
“It always could be worse.”
“I have grown as a person and student since freshman year. And I have matured as a person by putting more thought into my actions.”
“Gained more friends and started to join more clubs and activities.”
“I think I’ve changed by becoming a more rational and more mature person, not being so bitter about things.”
“My mentalitiy and perspective on people around has changed drastically. I started to be more involved in school activities and began to learn how to be more confident in my leadership.”
“I have learned the importance of a good friend group and surrounding myself with people who support me.” Mariah Noonan
“Leadership roles like baseball you learn a ton taking things more seriously.” Ben Richter
“I’ve matured a lot more and realized to enjoy every moment in life.” Andrea Rincon
Erik Montague
Jaymison Montoya
Jaelyn Montoya
“I’m more open to new experiences now, when before I limited myself and held back a lot. I’m a lot less shy.” Emma Pinkstaff
Conrad Radaker Melton
Leonel Morales
Alejandra Naranjo
“I got taller and just enjoyed life more.” Dimitrius Reyes
“I have stepped into the woman I am becoming. I am have experienced a lot of personal growth throughout these four years, and I can confidently say I am proud of myself.”
Charlotte Reynolds
Jared McCormack
Class of 2022
12 redspot May 4, 2022
“I stopped relying on people for happiness and confidence. I got it on my own now I don’t need anyone now honestly, I have myself.” Miriam Rivera Alvarez
“I’ve mattered and figured out my people and my groove and who I wanna be.” Josie Roselle
“I have more confidence in myself and I’m able to communicate more with different people and I’m very proud of what I have made here at Eaton.”
“My grades and how well organized I am.” Caitlynn Sauvageau
“I am more mature and the most prevalent change in people from the ages of around 15 to 18 is indeed maturity and experience in life. I have changed and will continue to change my whole life, improving on myself and growing to be a better me.”
“I’ve grown as a person and became a lot more confident in myself,” Jordan Sidwell
Rachel Runyon
Cherish Sauvageau
“Since freshman year I would say that the she loves me more than she did then.” Joseph Sisneros
Cameron Shaw
Megan St Jean
“I have changed my work ethic a lot and learned that you must work hard everyday to earn the things you want in the future.” Tristan Ryan
“I would say we all have changed in the way we look and the way we act. As well as finding our real friends and where we fit in.” Kris Sabatino
“I am more confident and willing to do new things; I’ve become a leader in the school and in my FFA Chapter as the President.”
“I have realised that life is meant to be lived, and that I cant allow my grades to determine my self worth.” Abigail Schreiner
“My mentality about everything. I’ve found the people I want to surround myself with and who will help me be a better person.” Emily Seaver
“I feel I’ve changed by being less worrisome about everything and I’ve learned to just chill out and have fun before my life really begins.”
“I have grown leaps and bounds in confidence and kindness. I’ve learned to love others the way that Jesus has loved me and apply that to every aspect of my life, especially baseball.”
“I’ve changed by working out, working, and I’ve mentally changed as well.” Justin Sparling
“I accepted who I am as a person and found interests that actually make me happy. Not to mention the amazing friends I made along the way.”
“I have learned a lot about who I want to become and where I want to be in life.”
Libby Schelich
Jesus Sanchez-Lopez
“One of my biggest changes was just being myself. I remember caring so much what other people thought but now I’m very invested in doing what makes me happy.”
“I have grown mentally, and I am only focusing on myself and I am proud of that.” Maria Ruuemau
“I have become a more positive person and have become more confident in myself in everything I do.”
Jaden Stone
“I’ve changed a lot by my music and I’ve learned more from not knowing how to read sheet music to knowing how to sight read.”
Austin Sutton
Jesse Slatten
“From freshman year to now I have become more mature and responsible.”
Taylar Tillman
Bryce Smith
Hunter Tomlinson
Caleb Tornquist
LIVE...
“I became a criminal so yeah.” Jimmy Trevino
“I have become more confident in myself and who I am as a person.” Allyson Weichel
“I’ve changed in the way I see the world. I’m a lot more confident now and I realized my opinion of myself is the only one that matters.”
“I have changed by finding confidence in my self and building a stronger relationship with God.” Alexis Vanmaanen
LAUGH...
LOVE...
May 4, 2021
redspot 13
Hayden Vigueria
“I’m genuinely happy now.” Abigail Vondy
“I have become more accepting of change and understand that change is necessary to grow.” Kaitlyn Walsh
'I have become more confident in myself and my abilities, and have realized that everything happens for a reason.” Lyndsay Walsh
“I’ve become more mature and realized graduation is very important to me.” Justin Weisdorfer
“I have become a lot more confident in who I am. I am more willing to take on leadership roles and to put myself out there by trusting in my abilities.”
“I have changed from freshman year because I have gained more confidence in everything I do.” Makenzie White
“I have grown up. I am a lot more mature and I have decided what I want to do with my future.” Wyatt Wiedeman
“I have changed from freshman year because I have gained more confidence in everything I do.” Brendan Wilson
Caden Woodmansee
“I have learned that it’s good to take care of yourself.” Liam Wray
“I’m a much more disciplined version of myself from freshmen year. I have goals for myself outside of school now, and I’ve adopted
“I’ve learned that your life is not about school and you can prioritize other things like your friends and family.” Carson Zacharias
“I’ve matured a lot since freshmen year, and since freshmen year I’ve experienced a lot of new and different things that I am grateful for.”
Rinoa Womack
Abigail Whitaker
this ‘no quit’ mentality.”
Scarlett Wray
Alonso Zubia Ornelas
In loving memory...
Abigail Silva
14 redreport May 4, 2022
Saying farewell to Red Ink seniors... Editor In Cheif Abigail Vondy
Managing Editor Charlotte Reynolds
madelynfisher opinioneditor After high school, Charlotte Reynolds (22) plans on attending Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. In the fall, she will study Journalism and Media Communication with a minor in Entrepreneurship. As a part of the Eaton Red Ink, she has grown a passion for writing and will be involved in the Rocky Mountain Student’s Newspaper, The Collegian. As she has been writing, Charlotte took up a hobby of photography which has now turned into a business, thus she plans to pursue after high school with a business license. Reynolds said, “I am super passionate about pursuing my business and my creative vision. As summer approaches and I have more time, I am booking 2023 seniors, which is so exciting.” She specializes in seniors, engagements, fashion
marketing, and couples. Already, she has booked weddings and engagements and cannot wait to further grow and improve her business and craft. Inside of school Charlotte is the senior class president, a LINK leader, the Managing Editor of the Eaton Red Ink, in marching band, Jazz Ensemble, and in Symphonic Band. Reynolds has been in the band since middle school and is now taking her career to the next level by playing for the CSU marching band. The most important Eaton acronym word to her is ownership. She said, “taking ownership of your actions and choices is a part of adolescent development. Ownership means taking pride in what you do, taking responsibility for your actions, and holding yourself accountable for your mistakes. Self-advocating is an admirable trait that shows you are committed to improving.” Reynolds has always been a great role model throughout the school and community, which leaves an amazing legacy. She wants to leave the legacy of someone who was passionate, involved, and someone who used her voice. Reynolds said, “Throughout high school, I have matured and grown a lot. I am more confident and authentic to myself than I was when I walked into the doors of EHS for the first time. I hope to inspire and empower those around me always and I hope that is how I am remembered when I graduate.”
Sports Editor Jaden Stone
ryleemartin socialmediaeditor Jaden Stone (22) plans on attending Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska, to play baseball. Stone has not decided what he wants to study or do after college, but is planning to stay all four years in Hastings. Stone has been devoted to baseball since he was a kid and is excited for his future. Within EHS, Stone participates in baseball, basketball, student council, Eaton Red Ink, and LINK. Stone helped the baseball team win the State
Championship his junior year and plans to make another deep run in the state tournament this season with his teammates. Leadership has always been a big part of Stone’s high school career. Stone said, “It is important for me to be a leader in the school in order to make it a better place for all students, and to make EHS an enjoyable place for everyone.” Leaving a legacy on the school is something that Stone has made a priority throughout his time at EHS. “I want people to remember me as a nice per-
dakotabraucher newseditor Every successful group of people needs a leader—someone that will guide them to their end destination. For high school students, this is especially hard because someone has to go out of their comfort zone and take the initiative. Abigail Vondy did this with the school’s newspaper, the Eaton Red Ink. Vondy took charge and has been the best leader that any staff could ask for. Eaton Red Ink Newspaper advisor Jaryn Guerra, said, “Over the last two years, the newspaper literally would not have happened without Vondy. She makes sure everything gets done, and if it doesn’t, she does it herself no matter how much work it is.” Vondy loves to read, and says that
son and as a hard worker. The seniors that have graduated before me taught me the importance of these qualities and I want to do the same for generations to come,” Stone said. The EATON acronym has many qualities that Stone admires, but his favorite letter is “Tenacity.” Stone said, “Being tenacious is the key to success in life; good things aren’t just going to come easy and working hard is going to ensure learning opportunities in life.” Stone’s legacy will forever be remembered throughout EHS and the Eaton community.
books are a big reason that she is where she is today. In Vondy’s favorite book, The Alchemist, author Paulo Coelho writes, “When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.” This is nothing but prominent in Vondy’s life, as she strives to be better not only for herself, but for others. Love doesn’t have to be for people, it can be for a lifestyle. Vondy doesn’t just show this love in the way she treats her staff, but also in the way she treats her role as editor-in-chief. She makes the newsroom better every time she walks in, and there isn’t anybody that could fill the role quite like she did. Her love for writing and for other people has allowed her to become the amazing person that she is today. Vondy said, “I fell in love with writing for other people. And I wasn’t too bad at it, so I took it and ran with it.” People often say to choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life. Vondy plans to do this. She said, “I will be going to college at the University of Washington. I am planning on studying English. My end goal is to become an English professor who writes novels on the side.” Leaving high school is an exciting yet challenging milestone for any senior. Guerra said, “Vondy will go on after high school and she will keep impacting everyone like she has with people in this newsroom, and she will make waves no matter where she is because that’s the kind of person that she is.” The future could not be any brighter for this amazing writer, student, and person.
May 4, 2022
Feature Editor Emily Hogsett aubreyledall staffreporter Emily Hogsett has been a part of the Eaton Red Ink staff for two and a half years;. She joined the newspaper the second semester of her sophomore year when language arts teacher, Deirdre White, suggested she should try it. Hogsett not only writes captivating stories for the Red Ink, she also carries her camera to sporting and school events constantly to capture photos. Throughout her time on the Red Ink staff, Hogsett has had many
titles. She was the Sports Editor, News Editor, and the Feature Editor. Because of her involvement in Red Ink, she has learned so much. “I learned lessons spanning from different writing styles and how to become a better writer to how to take sports photos,” said Hogsett. Her involvement and photography skills also gave her the opportunity to be a part of and attend several events. When looking back on her time in the newsroom, Hogsett’s favorite things have been “all the laughter in the newsroom, being able to explore the world of photography and improving my writing skills to a new level.” Her story preferences have changed over the years; she enjoys writing sports and news stories but has recently tried her hand at writing feature stories. Hogsett’s photos and articles leave behind a legacy of their own as well as her involvement. She said, “I strived to interview a variety of people and I hope this carries into the future staff of the RedInk.” After graduation, Hogsett plans to attend CSU and will work towards becoming a family and consumer science teacher.
Staff Reporter Blake Hays
logangullett staffreporter Staff reporter Blake Hays (22) joined newspaper the second semester of his junior year. Hays said, “I joined newspaper to expand my knowledge of the world and current events. Until I joined, I wasn’t super up to date on what was happening in the world around me.” Hays has attributed newspaper to developing his skills as a writer. As a staff reporter, Hays has spent a lot of time finding students and interviewing them. “Interviews are by far the best part of newspaper. I love getting to talk to people I’ve never met before,” Hays said. Hays
is planning to attend Colorado State University after high school, and then possibly joining the air force afterwards.
Cartoonist Gabe Holguin
logangullett staffreporter Gabriel Holguin (22) has been the Redink’s artist since his sophomore year. Using art, he expresses the opinions of the school and the Red Ink staff. From cartoons, to drawings, to staff editorial cover pictures, Holguin does it all.
“My favorite part of newspaper is the art because I love drawing, I love aspiration, and I love the inspiration that my classmates give me. It allows me to express my art through paper,” Holguin said. After high school, Holguin will attend school to become a graphic designer.
Staff Reporter Hunter Tomlinson logangullett staffreporter Hunter Tomlinson (22), joined newspaper to try something new. “I wanted to experience something different, and newspaper seemed like a really unique class,” Tomlinson said. Being a staff reporter, Tomlinson enjoys having the freedom to express his voice. Tomlinson said, “I like being able to write stories on what I want to write about and what I find interesting. You can express your own
opinion without caring what other people think about you.” Tomlinson also enjoys being around the other members of newspaper. “The people here are really cool. The main reason I’ve stayed in this class is because of them,” Tomlinson said. After graduation, Tomlinson is planning to get a fulltime job and work for a while, and then eventually live with his friends. “After high school, my main priority is to have fun with my life,” Tomlinson said.
Staff Reporter Katie Gomez logangullett staffreporter Katie Gomez (22) is a staff reporter for the Red Ink and has been in newspaper since her sophomore year. She joined because it sounded fun to her and she enjoys to write. “My favorite part of newspaper is getting the opportunity to interview people and take pictures at school events,” Gomez said. One thing Gomez will miss about newspaper is the class’s environment. Gomez said, “I’ll
miss the atmosphere and the people around. It’s a really positive room.” She has enjoyed the freedom of expressing her own opinions as a journalist. Gomez said, “One good thing I’ve learned from newspaper is that you can express your opinion no matter what anyone else thinks.” After high school, Katie plans on attending Aims Community College where she will get a degree in radiologic technology.
Staff Reporter Ashlen Livingston
logangullett staffreporter Ashlen Livingston (22) joined newspaper to interact with people she doesn’t normally interact with on a daily basis. “It’s good for me as a senior to interact with the underclassmen to see what my school’s going to look like in the future,” Livingston said. Livingston’s favorite part of newspaper is the class atmosphere. “I love the culture of the newspaper classroom, it’s a different vibe,”
Livingston said, “We all have one communal ideal.” One good thing that Livingston has learned from newspaper is how friendly the community is. “I’ve learned that mostly everyone in the school is willing to talk and be friends with you, you just have to approach them the right way,” Livingston said. After high school, Livingston will take Aims classes over the summer and try to get her bachelor’s degree early.
redreport 15
16 redreport May 4, 2022 The end of an era for former Red Ink advisor
Deirdre White wraps up her time at EHS as she looks toward retirement
abigailvondy editorinchief A new building and new environment are in the near future for EHS. Not only that, but an instrumental teacher will also be concluding her career with the finality of the historic building. English teacher Deirdre Whit, will be retiring with the class of 2022 after 21 years at the school. White attended Douglas County High School, which later led her to an engineering program at Colorado State University. Quickly, she realized the world of engineering was not for her and instead began to pursue her lifelong passion in English. “I always
the perfect teaching position. She knew she wanted to work in a small town because she adored the culture, tradition, and environment of tight-knit communities. During her graduation trip to Italy, White received a phone call saying she received an interview at Eaton High School. During the tour of the school, the principal at the time showed White the room where she would be teaching. She said, “They showed me that room. I was in the 1928 building downstairs. I was in awe. I fell in love and thought ‘this is where I want to be.’” The rest is history.
Deirdre White’s crafted collage of her and her fiancé Scott Vincent
loved English in high school. Language is my thing. I read, I write, I speak. It’s what I’m good at,” she said. Although teaching was not her original career path, it quickly became the one that suited her best. She said, “I’m absolutely passionate about literature and I wanted to pass that passion on. I also had really bad literature teachers in high school and I wanted to be different for students like me.” After finishing up her degree at the University of Northern Colorado, White immediately began a search for
White taught for four years. She said, “At the beginning, it was kind of a game. It was challenging, exciting, and new. And then I got this disillusion. It really changed my view on what teaching was, so I had to leave. Then when I came back, I knew it was much more than just a job.” White returned to teaching at Eaton after taking some time off to recoup and raise her children. In fact, she taught at University for two years before a position opened up for her to grasp. During her first four years at
the high school, White also became the advisor for the Eaton Red Ink. She was asked to fill the position, and instead of being afraid of the unknown, she took the knowledge she already had and learned as much as she could. It was easy for White to fall in love with the school paper because she “took a news writing class my senior year of college and I fell in love with it. The investigating, the writing, reading, learning, everything. I fell in love with it. But I was so close to graduating that I could not change my major,” she said. Rapidly, White not only fell in love with news but also with the environment of the newsroom. She said, “The camaraderie. You go through things and talk about things that aren’t repeated on the outside. It’s a tight group where information is shared and ideas are exchanged openly. People speak their minds and I never saw that get betrayed outside of the newsroom and I loved that. It was like a community. And it was hard. The difficulty of it created this sense of pride and ownership. The sense of accomplishment and honor, I loved it.” White dedicated a great deal of effort, energy, and love to the Eaton Red Ink. The paper would not be where it is today without White taking on the challenge of being an advisor all those years ago. White also took immense pride in all the students who joined the paper. She said, “I was crazy about watching young, shy writers who came into the newspaper and found a voice. I watched them blossom into these beautiful, outspoken, intelligent, well-written people.” Now, she faces the next step in her life. White is looking forward to sleeping in, following her passions, and spend-
Deirdre White posing with her family
ing more time with her family. One of her biggest goals is to complete a novel she has been working on for years. “I want to write. I have a novel that I almost have finished and it’s been almost finished for 11 years. I’m so close to this novel begin done and I need to get it done for me. It’s not necessarily to become this worldfamous published author, but for my own sanity,” she said. White is also excited to take the time to paint, create, play music, and travel. She has been putting all of her passions on the back burner for years and she can not wait to put more focus on them. She said, “Soon I will be able to get up and go to work. Ex-
cept for its working on things that are so dear to my heart.” White has impacted EHS in more ways than explainable. Not only has she personally impacted hundreds of students, but she also forever influenced EHS journalism. The Red Ink will forever have her to thank for its success and reputation. Eaton High School will always have a special place in White’s heart as she takes on her next adventure. “We really are lucky to have the students we have here. We really do have the best kids. We have created a culture of excellence that I don’t think exists in a lot of high schools. It will be hard to leave this place,” she said.
Deirdre White’s in marching band in the 1981 Rosebowl Parade
Deirdre White and Scott Vincent in front of the Mayan Ruins
May 4, 2022
redreport 17
The Red Ink:
flipping through the pages
charlottereynolds managingeditor
The Red Ink is Eaton High School’s school-sponsored and student-generated public forum, which encourages the free exchange of ideas and information,” the Eaton Media Editorial policy states. The newspaper serves to inform and represent the student body. Throughout its history, the Eaton Red Ink has given staff members the opportunity to find their voice and use it. Many past and present students cherish their time on the Red Ink staff. Former Red Ink advisor Deirdre White said, “Finding our voice is when you explore and find your ability to write, talk, and speak. Using your voice is when you have the guts to ask the questions. They become artists. Artists don’t practice their craft for public acclaim, they are brave enough to speak out. They let the chips fall where they may.” Deirdre White has taught English at Eaton High School for 21 years and advised the paper for 19. She advocated in 2007 for turning The Chieftain to an entity that represents the high school and town with integrity: The Red Ink. “We are the face of Eaton as a newspaper,” said White. White holds the newspaper dear to her heart. She said, “Journalism produces intelligent and passionate citizens.” In Journalism, the First Amendment is learned and
recited the very first week. “To have an educated and free populus, newspapers should be able to write what they want without censorship from the government. We have the right to free press, speech, religion, assembly, and redress of grievances through the First Amendment. I want my kids to know how incredibly important those freedoms are. Our job as journalists is to hold our leaders accountable to the truth, sound judgment, and moral decisions,” said White. Freedom of speech and press are instrumental to student media and its journalists. Eaton alum and former staff member Jon Reynolds said, “I learned to be a proficient writer, which has helped me in all facets of my life. Being a good writer helps you be a better thinker which helps you to communicate more effectively.” Reynolds wrote for The Chieftain his sophomore through his senior year of high school. “I specialized in editorial and feature writing. I have always had strong opinions and editorials were my favorite,” said Reynolds. In 1997 through 1999, Reynolds worked alongside staff member Paul Loftis. Loftis wrote for the paper from 1998 to 1999. Loftis said, “I learned practical skills of working in a dark room and developing photos, learning paper layout, and learning how to make
photos and articles fit in the space allowed. I really enjoyed learning how to take and find photos that represented the article well. But mostly, I enjoyed learning to ask the right questions and listen to people when interviewing them. Active listening was a skill that I learned a lot about while working with the paper. It is a skill that has continued to be an important aspect of my career in Risk Management.” Eaton alum and former Editor in Chief Sydney Booth said, “I learned so much in journalism, namely leadership skills and learning to use Adobe Suite. I use it every day in college. I specialized in news writing from 2015-2019.” Former Editor In Chief and photographer Noelle Meagher said, “Through journalism, I learned that people are attracted to the camera. I improved my time management and social skills. I obtained effective communication skills and mastered working with different personality types.” Meagher was on staff from 2016 to 2020. As the newsroom changes, the Red Ink’s legacy will stay the same. Editor In Chief Abigail Vondy said, “The Red Ink gives students a place where they can be represented and have a voice. It enforces the importance of press and a good team that makes you a better writer and person in this world.”
katiegomez staffreporter
18 redzone
May 4, 2022
Reds host 2022 Eaton Invitational EHS hosted tennis tournament at Centennial Park
patrickpreston staffreporter The Reds took third at this year’s Eaton Invitational tennis tournament. Lutheran, Severance, University, Brush, and Holy Family attended the tournament on Friday, April 22 at Centennial Park in Greeley, Colorado. All twelve courts at the park were being used at all times of the tournament. The day of the tournament was hot and very windy, but there were plenty of spectators to watch the matches. The Eaton girls found success and made it through several rounds of the tournament. There weren’t any Reds in the championship matches; however, they were all able to play matches for third and fourth place. Aubrey Ledall (23) played her opponent from Lutheran for third place. She took a tough loss in the first set with a score of 6-0 followed by a second set of 6-1. Her previous wins allowed her to take fourth place. Ledall said, “I ended up taking fourth overall. The wind forces you to make smarter moves and it was different playing in the wind because we hadn’t before, but overall the day was fun. We did well as individuals and as a team.” Junior Jayden Kuskie (23) also played a competitive match. She lost her first set by just one point with a score of 7-6. She then lost the second set 6-1, losing the match and allowing her opponent from University High School to take third place, which placed Kuskie in fourth. The game changed when Emily Brisendine pulled off a win against her opponent from University. She won the first set 6-3 and kept her momentum in the second set winning with a score of 6-4 and taking
third place. In the doubles matches, Zoie Floryance (22) and Moriah Noonan (22) played their third-place match against yet another team from University High School. They were unable to get a win and lost two sets in a row with scores of 6-2 and 6-1. They finished the tournament in fourth place. Floryance said, “I believe my partner and I did our best and were able to keep up with the teams we played. It’s hard playing tennis in the wind and heat all day, so our last match was a challenge for sure, but we were able to compete to our full potential.” Kallie Salberg (24) and Taylor Bradshaw (22) picked up where Brisendine left off and stuck it to University. They lost the first set with a score of 6-3 but quickly came back. They won the second set by six points with a final score of 6-0. They closed the match with another win in the third set with a score of 10-5 and took third
place. Salberg said, “Overall we played decent, but we could definitely work on staying out of our heads and not getting down on each other.” Abby Copeland (23) and Tiana McDaniel (23) kept up the pace and defeated University High School in two sets. The first set ended with a score of 7-6 and the second set finished the set with a score of 6-3, placing the Lady Reds third. Copeland said, “The tournament showed me that I play better when there is more pressure because I push myself to do better. Doing something that means a lot to me really encourages me.” The final doubles team was Tayla Weidemen (24) and Shelby Shuman (23). They played the Severance Silver Knights and took another win. The first set was a Reds win with a score of 7-6 and the second set was another win with a score of 6-2. Brush High School took sixth by scoring 11 points. Lu-
theran took fifth with a team score of 17. University High School took fourth place with a score of 20 points. The Lady Reds took third
place with a score of 25 points. The Reds were beat only by the Silver Knights from Severance with a score of 47 points and by Holy Family, who scored a total of 52 points.
Patrick Preston Aubrey Ledall (23) serves the ball during the Eaton vs. Brush match
Patrick Preston Tiana McDaniel (23) hits the ball in the ball in during the Eaton vs. Brush match
May 4, 2022
redzone 19
Track dominates at Bronco Stampede
Meet postponement allows for better meet preparation katiegomez staffreporter The track season is over halfway completed and both the men’s and women’s track teams have continued to dominate the competition. On Monday, April 25, the track team competed against 15 teams at the Bronco Stampede meet in Kersey, which was hosted by Platte Valley High School. Overall, the men’s team placed first at the meet, while the women’s team placed third. The meet was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 23, but due to the high winds, it was unfortunately suspended. For runner Andie Rasmussen (24), the postponement was just extra time to prepare for the competition. Rasmussen said, “At first, the weather threw me off a little bit, but having a nicer day and more time to prepare helped me more.” Ethan Florez (22) felt the same way as Rasmussen. Florez said, “I was
not thrown off by the cancellation because I felt like I wasn’t too prepared when the meet started, but then once the wind kicked up it did throw me off a little bit. Coming onto Monday, when it was a nice day, I felt like I had more focus.” Athletes made use of their extra time to prepare and competed as best as they could. Over 25 Eaton athletes placed, many in multiple events, crushing the competition. In the 100-meter dash, Madelyn Fisher (24) placed fourth, Florez placed third, and Skyler Williams (23) placed fifth. Rasmussen placed first in the 200-meter dash, Florez placed third, Owen Dejong (24) placed fourth, and Dakota Braucher (23) placed fifth. Braucher also placed first in the 400-meter dash. In the 800-meter run, Will Grable (23) placed third, Ryan Martinez (25) placed fifth, and Sean Anderson (25)
placed 10th. Rasmussen also placed first in the 1600-meter run, Clayton Heid (25) placed ninth, Anderson placed 10th, and Aedalin Barclay (24) placed fourth. In the 3200-meter run, Barclay placed third and Heid placed 10th. In the 100-meter hurdles, Madison Robson (23) placed second and Kaiya Sinkler (23) placed ninth. In 110-meter hurdles, Joseph Sisneros (22) placed second, Michael Salazar (23) placed third, and Aiden Adams (25) placed fourth. Robson also placed seventh in the 300-meter hurdles, Zac Grable (23) placed first, Sisneros placed second, and Adams placed fifth. As for relays, the girls 4x100 meter relay placed second. The boys 4x100 meter relay placed first. The girls 4x200 meter relay placed third. The boys 4x200 meter relay placed first. The boys 4x400 meter relay placed first. In the high jump, Ain-
Blake Hays Madison Robson (23) jumps over hurdles in the 100-meter hurdles race
Blake Hays Owen Dejong (24) prepares for one of his attemps at pole vaulting
slie Ross (23) placed first, Grable placed second, Brody Niswender (25) placed third, and Chase Mackey (23) placed fourth. In the triple jump, Ross placed third, Trenton Salberg (23) placed third, and W. Grable placed sixth. Sinkler placed first in the pole vault, Dejong placed first, Salberg placed third, and Walker Copeland (23) placed fourth. In the long jump, Braucher placed fourth, Salazar placed fifth, and Rasmussen placed 10th. In the shot put, Lucas Cass (22) placed third and Charlie Fritzler (24) placed seventh. In the discus throw, Philip Lawrence (22) placed second and Cass placed third. During the meet, there were plenty of athletes whose results reflected the hard work and dedication they have been putting into the sport.
Even with extra time to prepare, there were still some challenges the team faced. Florez said, “One challenge that we faced is that we weren’t used to it being so rushed. There were not even half the teams that were originally there.” Even with the hardships, both Florez and Rasmussen think the season is going well. Florez said, “So far a lot of people are meeting their goals and they’re starting to get better and improve. Our relays are getting faster, our handoffs are getting better, I just feel like everyone is progressively going towards that peak performance.” Rasmussen feels the season has been going well due to the amount of PRs the team has had. All the hard work during practices and other meets is paying off for the team with great results.
20 redzone
May 4, 2022
Reds baseball comes out swinging
The boys are ready to steal another state title ryleemartin socialmediaeditor
Photo Courtesy Amanda Davis Walker Martin (23) dives ready to enter the batters’ box
Photo Courtesy Amanda Davis Gunnar Duncan (24) throws the ball to second base against the Sterling Tigers on April 21
Photo Courtesy Amanda Davis Jaden Stone (22) and Tate Smith (23) celerate after defeating the Sterling Tigers on April 21
Eaton High School baseball In the first game Jared McCorhas been off to a hot start after mak (22) hit a walk off single a clean sweep against Resurrec- to bring in the game winning tion Christian. The boys have a run for the Reds. Pitching 10-1 record after falling short game one was Smith and game to Riverdale Ridge on April 8. two was Haythorn and Garrett Bouncing back quickly after the Garrison (24). loss, the Reds turned around Weather conditions were and played Delta a few hours tough for the Reds against later and came out victorious. the Tigers; the wind restricted Fast forwarding to the Resur- the boys from hitting some rection Christian matchups, homeruns in game two. Walker the boys took care of business Martin (23) said, “The wind by allowing only four runs for was definitely a struggle to deal the Cougars combined in the with, but that’s just the reality two-game series. Tate Smith of spring sports in Colorado.” (23) pitched at home while Unfortunately, due to the wind Mitch Haythorn (24) pitched the boys had to cancel their at the away game against Bermatchup. thoud and reschedSmith threw ule it for another 111 pitches day. Head coach through 6.2 I’m excited Todd Hernandez innings and high hopes for about the has collected 13 his team and the depth we rest of the season. strikeouts and allowed just have on the Hernandez said, three team “We have done team. hits for the a great job of re-Todd Hernandez Cougars. On sponding on offense the road Haywhen we have given thorn also up a big inning or had a successfallen behind. Our ful start for the team. He was hitters have been disciplined on the bump for 6.1 innings and had a good approach at the where he tallied 14 strikeouts plate.” and gave up just two hits. The boys are coming off a On the season, Ryder True high after winning state last (23) has the highest batting season, and the boys and staff average, accumulating to .514 have the same aspirations to with 37 at bats. In the Resur- bring home a ring this season. rection Christain games, True Hernandez said, “The season collected four hits in his seven has gone well so far. I don’t at bats throughout the series. think we’re playing our best True said, “I am proud of how baseball yet, but we are on this season has been going so track. We have guys that can far and I am excited to push for hit throughout the lineup.” our end of year goals.” To continue to keep winning Next up the Reds faced the games, Hernandez said, “We Sterling Tigers in a two game need to eliminate big innings series, securing a win in both on defense, continue to throw games the reds fought hard to strikes, and make plays.” pull out two wins. Next up for the Reds are the In both games, the Reds University Bulldogs on Thurs. and the Tigers were neck and April 28 and Sat. April 30. Stay neck the entirety of the game. tuned to Red Ink for updates.
“