Define [di-fahyn] verb: to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe.
We all have our own definitions on life, and everything in it. We all came into high school with a thought of what it was going to be like. But high school wasn't just com> ing to school every day, fighting with friends, or getting good grades. During these past four years we have molded ourselves into who we are today. Whether you like it or not, everyone here has made you. Either they have helped you, been there for you all those days you just wanted to scream, or who made that bad day ten times worse. Whatever their role, they challenged us and made us stronger.
High school is more than just drama and some homework here and there. High school is the four year ' of our life where we try to discover who we truly are. With each day comes something new, and a new challenge we have to face. Soon, high school will be over, we will end that chapter of our lives and begin the next. We will take with us the memories of Friday night football games, your senior prom, the bad break up, and studying all night for a test that you bombed the next day.
1t's about the people you meet that you will never forget. It's about the memories you've made that will never fade. It's about you and how you spent these years defining yourself.
Amber Huber, Yearbook Editor 2009
By: Amber Huber
Senior [seen-yer] adjective: a person of higher rank or standing than • another.
It's the day we've all been waiting for; Graduation. We've spent a long, but short four years here. We have had some great times, and some we'd like to forget. For most of us, this is the last time we will all see each other. The last time you can leave an impression on our peers. This is your last foot 1 ball game, your last dance, your last concert, and your last steps into Northeast Hig . School.
These are the moments you'll never forget, the memories that will stay embedded in your mind forever. This year was your last year to show everyone who you are, and what your all about. These years you spent finding who you are, and why you're here. If you didn't notice you've been spending these four years defining yourself. Now as we grow up it's time to leave and live our dreams. Go to college, start a new job, or still live in your parent's basement playing video games. Wh knows what the future holds, and where it will takes us. But when we leave this yea we won't be coming back. High school will be just a memory of the past and the years we spent defining ourselves. •
Some of the seniors boys, sport their "pink'' look at the volleyball match on Sept. 30 (Photo by:Taylor Bradley)
Seniors Sara Chapman, Lindsay Thege, Kyleah 13.owder and Bethany Zimbleman show their school spirit by wearing the theme ''black-out" on Sept. 19th. (Photo By: Abbi Burris)
Left: Seniors Kayle Henderson and Jim Morris head off to lunch. (Photo By: Stefanie Bridger)
Far Left: Seniors Hannah Bourne and Andrea Dier celebrate their homecoming football game on Sept. 13. (Photo By: Amber Huber)
Senior Into
I've been here for four years. It feels like my second home, because I'm here for such long periods of time, It'll be weird not to see the familiar faces.
-Kelse Baker
The thing I'll miss most is Quiz Bowl. A combination of being fun, having a successful team, and a great coach.
-Ben Breckbifl
I'll probably miss seeing my friends all the time. I'll miss the teachers that have helped me out In a way, I'll miss the structure, but I'm sure I will k>ve the freedom that college life will bring
-Sally Aquin
The people that I have gone to school wi for t feast for years or more. After rugh school, I won 1t • e~ see more than half the people I have gone to hoof with.
-Hannah Bourne
Eventful! -Tina Weixelman
Coast. -Jacob Harris
Froggy. -Porter Groves
Amazing! -Alex Ellis
Crazy! -Mary Eley.
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Mrs. Skorupa is probably the coolest teacher at LNE. I've nown her for less than a year and I can honestly sa , she ha ad the biggest influence on me. She actually cares about th lives of each of her students. She deserves s ome sort of award or something.
-Matt Thorton
Mr. Bowling because believed every student was family, no matter who you are, where you came from, yo always have music to brighten you day, and problems in your own world.
-Kayle Henderson
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he S()ng "High School usical" from HSM3, beuse it's all about stepping nto the future, but never orgetting where you came rom, and all the people ho made who you really
"It's Raining Men", because that's my JAM!
-Jeremy Krause
"The WorlQ Revolves Around Me", or maybe "Lipgloss", because the titles should be pretty self-explanitory and I am the Queen of lipgloss.
-Tempest Howard
Mr. Bowling always told me, "No matter what happens you will always have music."
-Jim Morris
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exciteed! Its a time to move on to bigr thing5. It's the best part of high school.
move on to college. I've had some here, but I am looking forward to ty, and harder classes in college.
-Nate O'
Finally out! All in all the last four yea •were totally worth waiting for th· moment
-Caitlin Ossia
I've lightened up because I realize thattime goes by and I'm trying to just take things as they come now and stop living so worried and uptight. -Cody
I've learned to find your real friends and keep them. -Bryce
I currently take "Seniorcillin".lt really keeps me on the edge and reacly to attack ~hool head on. f you are considering taking "seniorcillin" please talk to your doq:or. Symptons include nausea, vommiting, diarreah, upset stomach, heart burn, blindness, illiteration, and heart failure. Please be like me and take "seniorcillin."
-Zach Olson
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Enjoy your time in high school and make 1ots of friends. You may think high school was hard but college is the real challenge! n T er
e>f right now my plans are graduating and going t~e. After college I want to get started on a arid move somewhere that's nice all year
Plan on going to the University of Nebraska Kearny. Plan on working as a CNA, and gettin my nursing my nursing degree. I want to work i the ER in a hospital, and plan on rooming wit Sara Chapman! -Lindse The
You know your a s:enior if You spend every waking moment working on anatomy.
You walked around the halls Junior year screaming "brotherrrr". You kick every underclas~men thats in front of you at a game. to the back of th student section.
You know the lyrics to "Wannabe" by heart. Your biggest challenge is going to class. Future plans UNDEC.IDED.
Sports are more important than school work.
You s;aid "SKULLBASl-1'' s;ophomore year to people when they did s;ornething s;tupid.
You think Mr. Stading is the smartest man you've ever met.
GoPo is the only class you truely care about.
Getting to class on time is no longer priority. You've "cranked dat" at so many dances. you can't do it anymore. All you eat is Ramen. because you can't afford anything else. When you go out to eat. you dine in. rather than rushing back to school for a "good spot".
"Bird" is a common word in your vocabulary. Your friends with teachers on facebook.
Number of Juniors: 327 .•
Number of boys: 181
Number of girls: · 146
Number of juniors "!tth • • parking permits. • 97
Number Of Juniors from Culler: 68 Dawes: 38 Goodrich: 8 Irving: 4
Lefler: 2 Lux: 4
Mickle: 167 Park: 3 Pound: 1 Scott: 0
Other/Unknown: 32
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You know eople as a sophomore and are starting to become friends with the upperclassmen. "Friendshi nd who I hang out with are probably som , f the biggest changes I've ex~rienced fro year." Said rward to gog being an ' to go to pro ith the annoyou are halfw ' reer and are . • who ,
Deline your sophomore year in one word.
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Matt Keslar
"A 111 mazing .
._ Audrey Wisell
"A 'IIwesome.
L-Kiesa Jensen
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"Fantasbcl 11
-Danica Monnier
"D t II rama ic .
._ Kayla Jordan
WhiCh one do you like more?:
Freshmen
year or sophomore yeflr?
'Sop omore y·ear, because I feel more mature this year and I feel hke more of an adult. People dont say 'oh that's just a freshman!'"
-· MyKayla Lofgren
'Sophomore year. Everythini is more relaxed and less shes sf ul. M
"Sophomore. You get more used to the work load and start getting a glimpse into the real world. 1
- Kelsi Grove
Was it easier starting your sophomore year or freshmen y.ear?
'Sophomore, I was rnore mature and knew what to expect: Brandy Sing~le to __ n __
'Sophomore, it was more laid back. I wasn't really stressing so rnuch about classrooms or outfits.~
Have any of your friends changed since freshmen year?
wy es, some went down hill into bad achvihes.•
- Will Sailors
"A few have gotten to be better friends, while others have become worse."
Brandon Wollen
What is one of your most memorable moments this year?
1 walked by Dr. Brandt and she didn 't ask to see my I.D. which I didn't have."
- Brian E:lhs
- Travis Yates
"Winning
our first football game. u
- Tyler Tuttle
'When Jon Hagarnan jumped info the plastic pop machine.'
What was the biggest change from freshmen year to sophomore year?
•How annoying all the freshmen are. 11 - Jesse Bailey
"Class. The classes were more difficult. The teachers are more down on you.• _ - David Green
•1 know where stuff is and who people are. M - Jordan Krahn .
: Fresh •men :
Freshmen [fresh-muhn] noun: a du dent in the fird year the course at a univer~nty, college, or high school.
Layout By:Andriana Starks
Story By: Tashina Beckner
Photos By:Tashina Beckner and Taylor Bradley
The start of high school for many freshmen begins a new chapter of their lives. High_school takes many freshmen through a long journey of self-actualization. Many freshmen begin to define themselves and who they wi II become throughout their lives. High school could be the start of a fresh, new beginning for many freshmen. Hi h school comes with many
new hardships and a whole lot o new memories. This year's freshmen class consists of 343 studen from many different background
These students will face many . challenges throughout their year in high school, but they will over come these obstacles and becom . successful throughout life. These students will make a lot . of new friends, attend their first dance, play a sport or join a club
These four years of high school w · I define who these kids will turn o to be.
Top Left Corner: Jack Rouse. Top Right Corner: Morgan Christle, Jordyn Heiser, Vinh Vo, S~vannah Smith. Bottom Left Corner: Karryn Kauk, Kayla Schmidt, Ky Jie Biggers. Botto_m Right Corner: Sabrina Winningham,Taylor Cunningham,Victori a Trauat.
What
was one of your biggest £ears about coming to highschool?
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Childhood memories with Chandler Henderson
"My brother Ashton and I used to play CSL We used little tackle boxes with tools that are in the show. £veryhme we had solved a 1d h " case, we s ow our mom.
Whats one goal you would like to see yourself achieve during
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Are you friends with any upperclassmen?
Vihn Vo
'Y ah, I am friends with a few upperclassmen. But Aubrey Yost is my favorite[ She 1 s the bombW
about •g school?
Trevor Noonan
"One myth I heard about was Freshmen Fridayl!IW
Freshmen
When you graduate high school where do you see youself?
'One Person I look up to the tnod is rny cousin Linzy.'
Utelpm
Olsen
'My cousin, because he is a really good role model, and he has been throu~h so rnany rough times in his life and he has taught rne that you can get through anything if you try.'
Dan lreuzl>erg
1 look up to Elvis. He lfas a ne.1t1 sens abon:
Do you have any: hidden talents?
ourse in one andwhv?
Cindy Phan
1JNIQUE : because I'm not the same as people and I have many different personalities.•
[elsie Shriver
"OPENMIND ED: because I'm always willing to try somethmg new.w
Tim Ivanchuck
'PRANISTER: I like to pull pranks on people!'
Miranda Hunt
"ME: because there is only one person like me in the world.•
Emily Bachman
"I can wiggle my earsW
Zane Thum.ann
'I c n clap with one hand!!u
La• Niece Wiggs
'I can put my feet to the top of my head, when laying on my stomach. It looks pretty cool.'
By: Taylor Bradley
They are here before the first bell rings, before the students march through the hallways. They stay after school to plan the next day and help students one on one. They take time and money out of their personal lives for the Northeast and their students.
Northeast would be nothing without the teachers. The teachers work long and hard to make Northeast a great school. Sometimes we forget how much teachers really do for us and how much they care.
Social Studies teacher Stephanie Howell says, "The most rewarding thing about my job is the relationships I get to develop with my students!"
Dan Bulling comments, "Northeast students are the best on earth!"
We don't realize how much teachers are just like us, they too have bad days and embarrassing moments.
Counselor Melanie Rudy says, "I once made a bet with the class and if I lost I had to do a cartwheel for the class. I ended up doing a cartwheel for the class and staff."
We might take teachers for granted or don't give them the credit they deserve, but we will always respect and thank them for the knowledge and memories they share with us.
Mr. Heath and Cindy Tyrrel hanging out in the athletic office. Photo By : Taylor Bradley
Right ; Autum Wardyn , and her duck collection after school. Photo By: Taylor Bradlely
Junior Tyler Hayes and Senior Sean Dill pose for a picture with one of the Spanish teachers , Melinda Jo h son
Administration
At hletics
/~. ' Sandra Ourada Art
Beth Vaughn
Chad Rooney
Custodians
Counseling
Cassidy Kramer
Joe Wittgren
Marilynn Peaslee
Nora Treat
Scott Moya
Mike Vaughn
How would you describe •yourself in one word . what would it. be?
Carol Meyer
Debbie Sailors
Rebecca Dvorak
Kristin Skorupa
Mike Bo shart
Music
Media Specialists
Health Technicians
Rich Olson Luann Westphalen
Jeanette Dorn Pat Halstead
Janet LaFollette
Amy Thorpe
Jane Sindelar Myrna Stanard
Physial Education
Sc ience
Social Studies
Wendy Martin Nate Myers
Sandi Genrich
Jeff Stading
S_pecia.l Educe.hon
Carrie Vanschoiack Judith Vogel
Heidi West Amanda Willmot
Technology
World Language
How would you define the students at Northeast?
"Typical teenagers with highs and lows of emotions and energy."
Judith Vogel
"They do what they want. 11
Rebecca Hiller
"P t II assiona e.
Mrs. Janssen
Beth Franzen
Melinda Johnson
Nancy Smith
By: Amber Huber
Student Life [stood-nt lahyf] noun: The period of existence for any person w r :) studies.
Everyday 1,358 students and 208 faculty walk these halls. Each day bringing a new memory with it. You com e into school to learn, to further your intelligence. You com E to socialize and meet new people. Or for some, you don ' · even want to come, but you have to because your mom sa d so. Either way, we are all here. We came together to mak , Northeast High School. We all came from different parts c : the city, different homes, different religions, and differen t cultures. But everyday we set aside our differences and together we all become the Rockets. This is something that we all have in common, and we share together. This is what defines us from other schools This is what binds us as one. This is what we will never forget, and what will bring us together forever.
Freshman Emily Bachman
Freshman McKenzie Ferguson
Senior Shani Barros
Senior Hani Hadgi
Sophomores Kel sey Eagleton , Brandy Singleton , Kelcy Edstrum , Hanna Beck and Shay Smith show their school spi r it by sporting their " western " theme during the Football game at Fremon t on September 26. (Photo By : Amber Huber)
Sophomores Ashleigh Watson , Molly Snoozy , and freshmen Chelsea Cox and Jessica Bohlken cheer on fellow classmates during the homecoming football game against Southwest on Septe mber 12.
(Photo By: Amber Huber)
Sophomores Mary Truong, Jade Perry, Kiauna Mason, Kelsey Zessin and Chelsae Bentley (Photo By: Amber Huber)
Junior Blaze Faulkner
Senior Caitlin Madden
Senior Sara Chapman Freshman
Senior Stefanie Bridger and Junior Lindsay Coupens help in the consession stand.
Track coach Mike Carrol and Sophmore Keyaha Clark-Jennings pose in front of the conessions stand.
Senior Cole Pensick eating his food in the gym during a game.
Seniors Andrea Dier, Amber Huber, and Jessica Purser work the conessions stand with their coach Mike Boshart.
Volleyball team members Junior Lindsay Coupens, Senior Stefanie Bridger, Freshman Mattie Wenzel, Senior Amber Huber, Coach Jenny Stephenson, and Junior Morgan Young work the concessions stand.
Twirler noun [ twur-ler / someone who twirls a baton
Left:Senior Jordyn Chambers with senior Stephanie Kehler at a football game.
Right: Jordyn performing one of her twirling routines.
Above: Jordyn twirling at a football game during halftime.
Left:Senior Jordyn Chambers with senior Stephanie Kehler.
Doi Kutey was voted most likely to become a rapper. When asked when he wrote his first rhyme. he busted out with. 11 1 started rapping t"hY rhyt"hes at the age of h ine. When I was ih t"hY prime. No. I th not the sun. but -a 11 I do is shine. 11
Zach 0lsoh was voted most l'ikely to becot"he a body uilder. He behches 380 pounds ahd Iifts B days a week. Wheh asked to rate on a scale of 1 to 10 how t"hUch he likes lifihg. he said. 11 2. It 1 5 not mY favorite thihg to do. This is God's gifted baby talent. I wish I wereh t voted t"host likely to become a body b ilder. but it is t"hY life. God Bless. 0he love. "
Kayle Hender oh was voted t"host likely to be oh At"hericah Idol. When asked who his avorite At"hericah Idol judge was and why. he replied 11 Sit"hoh. because of his funny accent. I would probably just I ugh at hit"h the whole tit"he he critiques t"he. 11
Andrew Wesely was nominated most likely to become president.
When asked what his greatest strengths ahd weakness were. he responctect. 11 t\1Y greatest strength woulct be t"hY hard work and detert"hihation. MY weakness. I th too good looking. 11
By: Faye Veeke
Foreign Exchange Student [fawr-in iks-cheynj stood-nt] noun: a student derived from another country or nation studying at a foreign institution.
Th is year Northeast had three foreign exchange students
A 16 year old wrestler Sebastian Naether, an 18 year old ice skater Faye Veeke, and 1 7 year old dancer Klara U rbanova.
Sebastian Naether came from Germany and is a junior. In the fall he ran with the cross-country team and in the winter he joined the wrestling team. His favorite class is Physics. "The teacher is great, and working in the lab is interesting". He is staying the whole year with the Hicks family. He wanted to be an exchange student because he wants to see more of the world. What he really likes about Lincoln is the nature and the squirels everywhere.
Faye Veeke came from the Netherlands and is a senior. She decided to be an exchange student because she wanted to learn speak English fluently. She really like's the nail and tanning places, and also the mall. Faye is having a great time with the Davidson's, her host family. One thing she doesn't really like about the school is the lockers. " I still can't figure out how to open a locker". The first thing that she is going to do when she gets back is, "going out with my friends until really early in the morning!"
Klara Urbanova came from the Czech Republic and is also a junior. During her experience so far, she learned a lot of things and had a huge culture shock. Her least favorite class is US History "I don't know enough vocabulary." She has been staying with a SO-year-old nurse Nancy for the past year. She really misses her family and friends from Czech and the first thing that she is going to do when she is back is study for her exams and celebrate her 18th birthday. She decided to be an exchange student because she wants to learn about another culture.
Layout and Photos by: Amber Huber
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Jeana worked at Popeyes with Kristin Luft.
Andi played volleyball in first grade with Jeana Miller.
Stefanie coached a 5th grade volleyball tearri with Tayler f:erguson.
Arriber Iives three houses away frorri Stefanie Bridger.
Kristin took Advanced Algebra with Arriber Huber.
Ms. Metes teaches yearbook with Mr. Mac.
Abbi is a Star Strutter' with Sara King.
Sara interviewed a student frorri Ms. Metes first period class.
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Top row: Sophomore AJ Rust, Juniors Jake Taylor, Tyler Hal n, Matt Harris, Senior Josh Bargen.
Not pictured: Juniors Matt Goebel, Emery Pigg, Paige Schwa ler. and senior Jami Yohe
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Alumni Emily Schwint and junior Alyssa Hu tchins.
Juniors Chris Stock, Nate Lathrop, and Franky Martinez. Not pictured: Senior Andrea Dier.
Juniors Blaze Faulkner, Austin Greiner, Austin Riffle, Stephan Long, Brittney Rief, and Sophomores Courtney Rief, and Kelcy Edstrom.
Left: Seniors Devin Aksmit, Zach Olson, Taylor Drummond, and Junior John Waters.
Right: Senior Sarah Shockey. Not Pictured: Seniors Amber Huber, Nate O'Keefe, Sal Lindquist, Taiheem Pleasant, Matt Thorton, Juniors Corinne Brethouwer, Taylor Bryant, Jake Buettgenbach, Ashton Henderson, Alyssa Hutchins, Dillon Kortum, Andi ~tarks, Aubrey Yost, Sophomore Kassy Dorsey.
By: Abbi Burris
Homecoming [hohm-kuhm-ing] noun: an annual event.
Whether it's your first high school dance or one of your last ones, Homecoming is a Northeast tradition. For most freshmen, its the only dance that you are allowed to attend, and as a senior, it will probably be one of your last dances. No matter where you are in your school years, to most there is still some importance behind it. This year, like always the cheerleaders hosted the dance in the center gym on the night of September 13, 2008.
"Under the stars", was the theme chosen and the gym was decorated with balloon arches, stars, and different colored lights with the hope of making everyone feel that they were truly "Under the Stars."
Homecoming royalty has become a big deal to most of the classes. Every year teachers, students and coaching staff can nominate a student for any good quality they see fit. During spirit week the student body votes for the final nominees.
During the homecoming game on September 12, against Lincoln Southwest the student section participated in a blackout theme wearing all black clothing and black war paint. Although our varsity tried their best we lost the game that night with the final score 43-6 All the homecoming royalty except seniors, were announced that night during half time.
The whole homecoming court, including the seniors, was announced during the dance.
Seniors Sara King, Abbi Burris, and junior Marae Andersen take a quick -break with a southeast friend.
N Ison and Jim Morris Pose after Below: Seni<_)rs Brianna\ e(AII Photos By: Amber Huber) winning roya ty.
Sophomores Ashleigh Watson, Joc~lyn Wittrock , and Hannah Thibault wait for the homecoming court to be announced.
Above: All royalty pose after being announced. Seniors Brianna Nelson and Jim Morris. Juniors Ashton Henderson and Brittany West. Sophomores Mitch Peppmuller and Huyen Lam. Freshmen Corey Jones and Emily Bachman. Also pictured, seniors Matt McBride, Brittany Singleton, and Shelby Burns.
Left: Senior Nikki Gulbranson, junior Chelsea Grabowski, seniors Michelle Waples, and Jenny Ekstrum wait for the homecoming court to be announced.
Leftt: Freshman Austin West with a friend from Northstar en joy a slow song together during homecoming,
Below: Juniors Erin Hitz and Ashley Bartek during the dance.
Can•dle• light
By: Morgan McMahon
Candlelight is an annual tradition at Northeast that is planned by a group of junior girls. This year the committee members included Liz Svoboda, Anna Kroos, Erin Hitz, Morgan Young, Hannah Martin, Harmony Jones, Kayla Reyes, and Caitlin Roussan.
These girls faced many challanges during their plannning, but one major issue was the amount of money they had. Candlelight is not funded by the school, so the girls had to pull some money out of their own pockets to be able to host th is event.
Although there were some obstacles they had to overcome, the girls were all excited to show off their hard work . When asked what would be the best part of Candlelight, Erin Hitz responded, "Feeling accomplished and being able to say 'I helped with this, and made it happen!' And of course dancing with my girls!"
There was great music and lots of energy, which made dancing very fun. Students had a lot of fun dancing to the old favorite the YMCA, but also the new favorite called the Cupid Shuffle.
I think everyone will agree with me that we all look forward to many more years of this great Northeast tradition.
Candlelight [kan-dl-lahyt] noun: A winter dance that is p on by a select group of junior girls for sophomore·s, juniors , a. d seniors
Above: Junior Hannah Martin shows off her dancing skills with junior Morgan Young's mom , Stacy.
A group of students take a break from dancing to take a picture.
Right Top: Sophomores Afex Stenka and Cody Hudson.
Middle Left: Senior Tina Weixelman and junior Tyler Francis have a fun time dancing.
Bottom Left: Sophomore Sarah Larson and junior Erik Griffith.
Left: East student, Trey Pringle, dances with seniors Shelby Burns, Abbi Burris, and Andrew Dier.
ore Kayla Jordan and j Hopwood.
By: Tayler Ferguson
Blastoff [blast-awf] noun: The Launch.
Booster Blastoff is always the place to be to kick off the beginning of the new sports seasons.
Booster Blastoff happens three times a year but the biggest one is always in the fall, not only is it a fun way to start the fall sports season, you get to kick off the new school year with all of your friends you haven't seen all summer.
The new concourse was filled with games and different booths for each of the school activities before the actual pep rally started. "The booths really show how much is going on in school I didn't know about", said Junior Kayla Reyes.
Once the booths have been shut down its time for the pep rally, where all the teams are introduced and talk about their upcoming season as well as the Rocket Rowdies getting everyone excited for the sports season.
"My favorite part was being introduced and showing off my team uniform. I also liked that no matter what club or sport you are involved in you are somehow represented at booster blastoff," said freshman volleyball player McKenzie Ferguson. "It gets me really pumped up for the season," said senior varsit football la er Sean Dill.
Above: Sophomores Eric Lott, Molly Snoozy, and Senior Ashley Lott sit in the gym and watch the pep rally.(Photos By: Amber Huber)
Right: Freshmen Kelsey Marshall, Morgan Christle, Matti Wenzl, Emily Bachman, and Jesse Rall stand in the north concourse before being introduced in their teams at fall Booster Blastoff.
Above: Senior Varsity Softball players Tina Weixelman a Brittany Singleton and Sophomore Varsity Softball Player Brandy Singleton wait for the pep rally to start. :
Senior Nicole Kubert Student Council bo the fall Boost
Varsity volleyball play Amber Huber and Jun Vanderman sit and introduced at the f
Juniors Sharon Jeuton Renaud sit at the FBL fall Booste
Star Strutters jun Anderson and senior A wait to perform at fa
Juniors Corey Lacha Goebel, Michael Drak do Lezema, and M Al-Hussein sit at the p fall Booste
Juniors Morgan Young, Hannah Martin, sophomore Kayla Jordan and Junior John Mayer sit outside at the fall Booster Blastoff.
Seniors Faye Veeke, Jessica Purser, Stefanie Bridger, and Lindsey Thege sit and eat at the fall Booster Blastoff.
Sp~re~p~-re~noun:an attitude orr pr.inciple tflat inspiries. animates;. orr pervades thougllt. feeling. orr I aGtion. I
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Sophomore, Mariah Munger in room 252 dur!ng 4th penoa on September 9th
Jessica Purser (Sr.), Amber Huber (Sr.) Andi Sta r ks Ur.), Mariah Munger (So.)
(Back) Seniors Bianca Lopez, Shelby Burns, Tayler Ferguson, Hannah Bourne, Andrea Dier, Nikki Gulbranson, Nickie Havlovic, Stephanie Kehler, Kelsey Wendeln. (F ront) Se n iors Abbi Burris, and Sara King. Junior Marae Ander- I sen and senior Amber Huber.
(Top Left: Senior Austin Fricke, Sophomore, Brian Ellis. Seni o 1 Faye Veeke, and Brandy Singleton. Sophomore Rebekah Sutter =nior Harmony Clup reshmen Shain a arosSantiago. anc \l ikki t iller. )
(Bottom Left: Jnior Jake Snyder. phomores Marc w 3ree s and David < een. Freshman ssica Be lken )
Seniors Sean D I and Z ach Ois e on Retro D , ' Sept. 8 (Photo b Abbi Bu rn
IBy: Sara King
s chool spirit is what it's all about. Spirit week was held September 8th through September 12th this year at Northeast. This tradition is a fun way
I to show your school spirit and have fun at school, which doesn't happen too often. This year the themes were creative and so was the student body. Monday
I was retro day. When looking around a classroom you would thi~k the class was held in the 60's. Boys sported vintage Northeast basketball uniforms while girls dressed up in tie-dye shirts, keds, headbands, hoop earrings, and leggings. Tues-
I day was Nerd day. Both girls and boys dressed up for this fun theme. Glasses with tape in the middle were the most popular thing to be wearing. Also sus-
1penders made a come back as well as pocket protectors, knee high socks, and neck ties. Wednesday was mix match day. Everybody had his or her own 'sp ecial' creation for this theme. We saw tutus, toe socks, and lots of jewelry. Bright
I contrasting colors made the student body stand out and it definitely got peoples attention. Thursday was camo day. Hunt those chicken hawks! Both guys and
I girls dressed up for this theme. We saw everything you can imagine in camo print. Girls wore camo headbands while guys sported camo pants, shirts, and
I hats. The student body also broke out bright orange hunting apparel. Friday was the traditional black and white day. Game day! The student body showed their school spirit the most this day. The most popular thing to wear was the 200812009 Northeast football t-shirt. People wore one black sock with one white sock and black and white beaded necklaces.
Below: Sophomore Steven Burns, Freshmen Phil
Malzer, Tyler Hurley, Sarah Petrzilka, Josh Smith, Senior Jessica Purser and Sophomore Casey Schap-
paugh wear their camo on Sept. 11
(Photo By: Sara King)
Above: Seniors Tenisa West, Jacob Harris, Cole Pensick, Vicky Medley, Shelby Burns, Lindsey Thege show their school pride by sporting black and white on Sept. 12
(Photo By: Stefanie Bridger)
Cheerleading [cheer-lead-ing] noun: to lead organized cheering at sports events.
By: Tashina Beckner
This year's varsity squad consisted of sixteen members. Three seniors, nine juniors and four sophomores. The main point of having so many members on one squad was to help raise crowd involvment. This year, the Varsity squad attended NCA Cheer Camp in Okoboji, Iowa. Cheer Camp lasted four days and three nights. At NCA, the girls learned many new cheers, chants, and dances. Cheer Camp was a bonding experience for many of the girls. Many think cheerleading is just a bunch of girls in short skirts, but it's way more than that. Cheerleading takes hardwork, teamwork, and major dedication. Many of the cheerleaders have a lot of guts to get out there in front of a crowd and cheer. This year, the squad has gone through many obstacles, but throughout it all, they have been there for each other.
"GUESS WHAT I DID LAST NIGHT?!"
"llRE PEOPLE LOOKING AT US? STOP!"
"GET ON MY LEVEL"
Top Row: Brittany West, Jessica Coplan, John Mayer, Hailey Clark, Jessica Benson. Middle Row: Lacy Nimmich, Chelsie West , Taylor Bradley, Huyen Lam, Shelby Burns, Alyssa Hutchins. Bottom Row: Nikki Brown, Mindy Worster, Tashina
Beckner, Vicky Medley, Aubrey Yost.
The Star Strutters- OriU Team spatk all games this year The squad of twe roµgliaut the year. The girls started • oming. Ouringthe sch od~noonp
By: Amber Huber and Stefanie Bridger
Varsity Football [ vahr-si-tee foot-bawl] noun: A game of a first-string team in which two opposing teams of 11 players each defend goals at opposite ends.
Rock Solid. That was this year's theme for the varsity football team. Although the season didn't turn out the way they had hoped, the boys kept their expectations high throughout. The seniors helped .by getting everyone motivated and ready for the upcoming games. They opened up their season against number one ranked Creighton Prep and had a disappointing loss. The boys held their heads high and focused on their next game to come.
One game that needed the most preparation stood out in Senior Nick Hemenway's mind.
"Grand Island was probably the game that needed the most preparation because Grand Island had a good running back and was a pretty good deciding factor in us going to playoffs."
One highlight of the season was junior quarterback Tyler Francis breaking the school record for most passing yards. The previous record was held by head coach Dave Svehla with 1,195 yards. Francis broke it with 1,244 yards.
Senior Cole Pensick, a Nebraska recruit, will take many memories of Northeast football with him as he goes to play for the Huskers.
"My favorite memory would have to be starting freshman year."
Although the season didn't turn out the best, the boys will take with them, all the memories they have made along the way, and the experience of playing with a rock solid team.
Above: Senior Kayle Henderson catches the pass against Omaha Benson on September 5. (All photos taken by Lincoln Journal Star)
Top: Matt Thornton plows through tackles against Li nco ln Southeast on September 19.
Middle: Quarterback Tyler Francis throws a pass to a te ammate against Southwest on September 19.
Bottom: Senior captains Porter Groves, Zach Olson, ick Hemenway, and Cole Pensick watch the coin flip on September 19. (Photo by: Abbi Burris)
Above: Dillion Gushard punts the football against South' west on September 12.
Right: The bench raises their helmets during kickoff against Omaha Benson.
Left: Sophomore Logan Molina returns tne kickoff against Southwest on September 12.
Right: Yusef Wade and Kayle Henderson get ready to make a tackle against Southwest on September 12.
Story by: Kyleah Bowder
Layout and Photos by:
Sara Chapman
From start to finish, the Junior Varsity and Reserve football boys were working and sweating hard. Starting with two-a-days in the blazing hot summer, and ending with close, one-point -games and numerous competitive rivalries
"The worst part of two-a-days was hav.: ing to run all the time," says sophomore Mitch Peppmuller, who suited up and played for th ree different teams this season.
Sophomore Aaron Cornwell also commented on the intense pre-season stating that, "The first day of conditioning was·the worse, bu t football is always fun, even if it is hard."
Getting ready for games is always important, and Rockets are known to have fun, get pumped, and be serious for the game in a variety of ways. Mitch said, "There was a lot of yelling and hitting each other in the locker room." This shows the exciting part of pre-game. "We also prayed and stretched before every game," said Aaron. This shows the mental approach to the game.
The season did have a few ups and down s
Junior Varsity and Reserve Football [joon-yer vahr-si-tee and reesurv foot-bawl] noun: a game in which two opposing teams of 11 players each defend goals at opposite ends of a field having goal posts at each end, with points being scored chiefly by carrying the ball across the opponent's goal line and by place-kicking or dropkicking the ball over the crossbar between the opponent's goal posts.
By: Faye Veeke
The fres , which ·was a gre t way for them to start off their high school car er. Talk to any of the fresmen football players nd they'll have told you; foot-
ball is about bee ming a te;;)--A'=ll--n~T-s(cJ-H-/-IFH,1 1-1--F\, ~A,;f-putting more tha they thought they had into it
Many coultl say you learn a lot from being on a team so co mitted. The teamwork, leadership, and persev ranee on his team creates a fun d popula sport.
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players woved that playing tois what i s all about.
Freshmen Football [ fresh- ehn foot-bawl) noun: a game in vhi two opposing teams of 11 fre s m players each defend goals at p site ends of a field having go ' at each end, with points bl i ng scored chiefly by carrying th ball across the opponent's goal Ii _ an by place-kicking or drop-k ic / ing
Northeast tried to recover a fumble against Lincoln East.
Lincoln East tried to blitz t e quarterback, but the Northeast offensive line held them off.
Northeast tackled an East player in order to stop them from scori
Golf [gurls gawlfJ noun: a game in which clubs with wooden or metal heads are to hit a small, white ball into a number of holes, usually 9 or 18, in succession, situat various distances over a course having natural or artificia l obstacles, the object being to get the ball into each hole in as few strokes as possible.
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e played without complaining !" Haxby.
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ed how she should it in the hole.(Photo
Above: Junior Peyton Sheridan tips the ball over the net against Lincoln High on September 30th.
(Photo by: Taylor Bradley)
Far Right: The team sits and cheers on the JV team on September 3~th.(Pho~o By: Taylor Bradley)
Sneaking up on the Competition
Varsity Vollyeball [ vahr-si-tee vol-ee-bawl] noun: Any first-string team who plays a game for two teams in which the object is to keep a larg~ ball in motion, from side to side over a high net, by striking it with the hands before it touches the ground.
By: Amber Huber and Stefanie Bridger
Sneaking up on the competition was the theme of this years varsity volleyball team. And that they did, many people didn't have high expectations for them, partly because of last years record , but the lady rockets pulled through with a better record than last year. They over came many hurdles from the beginning of the season to the end.
"Interesting," Junior Ashley Bartek uses to describe her team. And the season was just that. There were numerous injuries this season that challenged the team. Junior Lindsay Coupens had a shoulder injury at the beginning of the season that kept her out of playing for most of the season. Sophomore Ciara Hegeholz was also out for part of the season due to a back injury.
"The best part of the season was either winning our conference game against North Star , or playing Papio-South in districts and giving them a run for their money", said Junior captain Anna Kroos. "We played with such passion and heart during both those games, and I will never forget them!"
Left: Junior Anna Kroos takes a hard swing at the ball against Lincoln High on September 30th. (Photo by: Taylor Bradley)
By: Andriana Starks were Mattie
This year, the Junior Varsity Volleyball well, a team consisted of 12 girls: 2 juniors, 5 year!" sophomores, and 5 freshmen. Having "I lov 5 brand new girls on the team, they re- they ally stepped up to the plate and played season like they've never played before. "I had a good experience. All of the girls
Reserve Volle ball {ree-suhrv vahl•lee-bahl]
I noun. A high schoot volleyball team I I that competes in interschool sports on I the levet twice below varsity.
By: Andriana Starks
elsey Eagleton, and Kay Kulek having a fun time.
started for the reas to get along Well, one out team got along y. "I had a lot of nch of friends. homo re Ashley ed of laughter, lleybaH. "We a got along well ractices!" said e-Jennings.
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ari Molinaro,
Brittanie Schrader posing for the camera b fore a game. · _
By: Amber Huber
BoY,s Tennis r bois ten-is] noun: a game played on a rectangular court by two male players or two male pairs of plaY,ers equipr.ea with rackets, in which a ball is driven back and forth over a low net that divides the court in half.
This year the boys tennis team was faced with new challenges. They lost their number one player, Nathan Hoppee, and had a lot of new faces on the team. "It wan't that bad of a season, me and Vihn got a couple of medals, and it was a fun season," said senior Jake Widman.
Cold weather and rain, forced a few matches to be cancelled or postponed. "It was really annoying, I would get super pumped for a match and then it would rain. It was such a downer," said senior Tom Schroeder.
n-tree] adjective: directed or proceeding ove fields, throug woods, rather than on a road or path.
Story by: Tashina Beckner
Even though numbers weren't so hot this season, th _ • cross-country t am stepped up to the plate with freshman Lauren Bell, ju ior Theresa Staley, and senior Trevo(Vidlak competing in state. Trevor got 7th place and Theresa got 14th.
Varsity o sisted of seven guys, with five that scored . The boys ran a 5k race, which equals 3.2 miles. The girls ran a 4k, which equals 2.5 miles. Before each meet, the cross-country t am had spaghetti feed.
"I feel the freshmen showed a lot of potential this season," said junior Kayla Reyes.
This season the cross-country team had after school practices led b Coach Snoozy. Many members feel that cross-country t kes major dedication and a lot of hard work.
Junior The~ Staley at Pioneers Parle during her run.
Photo by: Marty Walter
Cross Country
1 s 's har u don't know t , but by thee all lik~a fa .
Left: Junior Thersea Staley, seniors Nicole Kuburt and Nyarika Doubouny at Pioneers Park.
Photo by: Abbi Burris
Right: Sophomore Emma Johnson and freshman Lauren Bell came to cheer on the three stlte runners at the State Meet at Pioneers Park.
Photo by: Abbi Burris
Left:NWU lnvite at Pioneers Park
Photo by: Marty Walter
Righ : Kearney Invite-
Photo bv: Marty Walter
The varisty team huddles around coach Amen during a time out while playing Columbus.
(All pHotos by: Jessica Purser)
Softball [sawft-bawl] noun: a form of baseball played on a smaller diamond with a larger and softer ball ..
By: Jeana Miller
This years varsity softball team was for t>ut they wefe happy with the made up of 13 girls. Seven of which results. A high point of the season were returning players, three were former JV players and three were was winning 16 to 6 to Omaha Northwest. freshmen. This year was no ifferent Lincoln East has always been a big then the rest for these girls, they all rival of the team, they played East wanted to win.
The team was lead by Kari men, who has been the head varsity coach for 1 3 years. By her side were two times this year and lost only by a few runs.
When asked to describe the season, senior Sheidan Morgan said assistant coaches Lorene K amer, "Determined, even though we may Lori Adams, Angie Gee, Ch ck Ad- not hav~ accomplished every one ams and Kirk Svendsen. of our goals we played our hardest
The teams record this year as 14- and never gave up. t'm proud of the 38, not the record they were hoping team."
"Well,
we were alot better than last year, so that was good. Beating Southeast in districts was a good way to end my highschool season. I am happy that."
Senior Tina Weixelman takes a swing at a ball during the • Columbus game on August 28th
Below: Sheridan Morgan heads towards first base after hitting a ball pitched from opposing team Columbus.
Left:
at Do"ris Bair Field.
By: Tayler Ferguson
"Energetic and determined," is how Freshman Darbie Townsley and Jordyn Heiser would describe their JV softball team. "The season went alright, not exactly the how we wanted it, but we all tried our best at everything and that's all that matters," Darbie Townsley said about her softball team who consisted mostly of freshman.
"I love playing softball, no matter the season record, because its something that's a lot of fun and it was something that brought everyone together. I really enjoyed it," said freshman Darbie Townsley.
"The first and last games are by far the most memorable
Junior Varsity Softball [joon- yer vahr-si-tee sawft-bawl] noun: a form of baseball played by the junior varsity level on a smaller diamond with a lar er and softer ball. along with all the bus rides we take together, it definitely brings us closer," said Darbie Townsley.
The returning players are all looking forward to next year and hopefully having another great season.
Top: Freshman Jordyn Heiser takes position to get ready for the ball.
Middle: Freshmen Jessica Bohlken and Jordyn Heiser pose for a picture through the dugout fence.
Left: Freshman Linnea Lindquist gets ready to take a swing at a pitch.
Right: A few batters huddle with a coach to talk strategy.
Reserve Softball [ree-surv sawft-bawl] noun: a form of baseball played by the reserve level on a smaller diamond with a larger and softer ball.
By: Tayler Ferguson
"Crazy," is how freshman Sabrina Winningham would describe her reserve softball team. "We had a good overall season, a few injuries, but overall it was good."
The team was small and mostly consisted of fresh man, who had a fun time with their first season here at Northeast.
"We all kept the team going, no matter what, even when we were loosing," said Sabrina Winningham.
"My favorite moment of my first season here at Northeast was definitely sliding into
home base and getting the first point for my team," said Sabrina Winningham.
Even though the girls didn't have the best overall record, they still had a great season together and look forward to next year.
Above: New freshman player experience their first Booster Blastoff.
Left: Freshman Jordyn Heiser keeps book during a softball game.
Right: Freshman Kendra Robeson gets ready to pitch
Varsity Wrestling [res - lin g] no un: to p le vel of a sport in which two oppone nts st ruggle han to hand in order to pin or press each other' s shoulders to the mat or ground, with the s ti e, rules, and regulations differing widely in a 1ateur and professional matches.
TOP,: Senior Porter Groves pins his East opponent.(Photo By: Amber Huber)
Bottom: Senior Cody Pfeiffer prepares to take down his opponent at East. (Photo By: Amber HuberJ
Story
by:
Taylor Bradley
The Rockets came into the have high hopes for their team. year with a strong team. With only "All the men are ready to four returning seniors, the team still win," they both agreed. had high hopes for this year. Re- "Before a match i usually go turning sophomore, Logan Molina, through my normal routine, which is number two in he state for his includes listening to weight class and is hoping to make eminmen and some Notorious it to state. BIG," Senior Ethan Steiger states. "Dedication is what it's all As they get further into the about," Logan states before his season they hope for more wins, match against East. Dedication and and for at least half of the team hard work is what the Rocket team members to make it to state. is going for this year. This year we had five state qualiSenior Porter Groves states, fiers, which include Freshmen "It's not about winning the over all Nick Schiender, Sophomore Chas e meet, but the individual matches Drews, Sophomore Logan Molina , are what I care most about." Senior Ethan Steiger and Senior As captain for this year, along with Porter Groves. senior Ethan Stei er the both
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• Senior Porter Groves works to_pin nent at Southwest Dec. 17th. (Photo or Bradley)
Sophomore Logan Molina wresuthwest Dec. 7tn.{Photo by: Taylor
Ethan Steiger goes for the during the Eas1 match.(Photo by: lex)
Chase Drews fighting_ to nent at Southwest Dec. 1 7fh. Taylor Bradley)
The girls swim team engaging in group bonding during a swim meet.
Swimming [swim-ing] verb: to move in water by mo vements of the limbs, fins, tail, etc.
Diving [dahyv-ing] verb: to plunge into water, esp. hea d
Junior Erin Hitz and senior Tai Plesant cheer on their teammates at the Southeast Invite on De cember 19th, 2008.
By: Sara Kin g o
•
December fourth marked the beginning of the season for the girls and boys swim team this year. 0
Pra ctice began November seventeenth; the team worked hard, and it showed! Althoug h there was a lot of work to be done, the teams had fun along the way. "My favorite memory was w inning the Cotter Invite three times in a row. It was a huge success for us and a great memory," said junio r Jenna Bowmaster when asked what her favorite memory of the 2008-2009 season was. Whe n junior Kenan Mackey was asked the same question she replied, "Morning practices!" The teams not only worked hard dur ing practice, they prepared for meets in other ways too. Some pre-meet rituals they engaged in were liste ning to music, stretching, relaxing, setting personal goals, and of course eating high i n calorie foods and drin ks such as Gatorade and spaghetti.
When asked what the seniors will miss most about high school swimming and di ving, senior, Briann Nel son said, "I will miss how close the team was, Coach Kyle, and traveling to swim mee ts." "The friends I ma ke are the best thing about swimming," said junior Jenna Bowmaster. When the me mbers were asked to define their team in one words, the respon ses were d efin ite ly pos itive. D ete rmined, fantastic, dedicated, and relaxed.
Jun i or T hom as G u ittar gets off to a fast start i n his individual event.
Sou t heast Invite on December 19, 2008.
Some lady swimmers show off thier boxers while standing by the poolside.
Above: Senior Doi Kutey shoots the ball against Kearney on Jan. 9.
Below: The team huddles before the start of the game.
By: Stefanie Bridger
Varsity Boy's Basketball [vahr-si-tee bois baskit-bawl] noun: a game played by two teams of boys on the varsity level, usually five players each on a rectangular court, points being scored by shooting the ball through the opponent's basket.
The varsity boys basketball team based their season around just one word, determination. Many people were skeptical on how good they would be this year, but afte their first 5 games, the team was reeling in people one by one. After pulling out some big wins in the start of the season against Omaha North, Columbus, Millard South and Grand Island, the boys were starting to prove everyone wrong.
One thing that everyone saw as a major transition from last year to this year was that there was no selfishness on the floor. Everyone was playing their part and staying focused on every point that was made.
Starting junior point guard, Tommy Johnson, said, "Doi Kutey is the most motivational player on our team. He leads by example and makes me want to play on his level." Junior Clayton Dean and sophomore Jordan Brown agreed with Johnson.
Although the boys were underestimated throughout the whole season, they played strong together as a team. No matter what anyone said, they were determined to make this season a memorable one.
Top: Junior Tyler Francis shoots against Kearney on Jan. 9.
Middle: Junior Tommy Johnson dribbles the ball up the court on Jan. 9. Bottom: Senior Trevor Vidlak tries to get out of a trap against Kearney on Jan. 9.
All photos by: Amber Huber
Basketball [bas - kit - bawl ] noun: a game played by two teams of boys under the varsity level, usually five players each on a rectangular court having a raised basket or goal at each end, points being scored by tossing the ball \ through the opponent's basket.
Story and
Pictures
by: Kristin Luft and Jeana Miller
This year, the team consisted of fifteen players, includrng both sophomores and juniors.
Coach David Mercer held practice everyday for two hours, except for Sundays. His goal was to have the team win as many games as possible. He has coached the junior varsity team for seven years. Sophomore Mitch Peppmu~ler sa1d, "I'm excited to play this season because coach Mercer is awesome."
Mercer has established his five typical starters. They are sophomores Puot Kudhot, Reed Svoboda, Derek Hoodjer, and Will Sailors, and junior D.J. Price. They have proven thatthey will always work hard and show good character.
During practice, the¥ w rk A dr·lls such as box-
elow: The team works on their defense skills.
ing out, ball handling, and press. They also practice fhefr defense. Mercer has them play man-to-man defense rather than zone defense.
There are many ways to get ready for a game. Peppmuller listens to Lil Wayne and always takes a shower. Others drink energy drinks or think about their previous games. As a team, they do lay-ups, shoot around, and stretch.
Although the boys struggled with some games, overall they had a great season. I'm sure all of these players are excited for next year's boys basketball season.
Below: Andrew Broers sets up to pass the ball to a teammate.
Basketball [bas-kit-bawl]
noun: a game played by two teams of boys under the reserve level, usually five players each on a rectangular court having a raised basket or goal at each end, points being scored by tossing the ball
tory by: Kristin Luft through the opponent's basket.
ictures taken by: Taylor Bradley
This is John Bells first year to coach reserve basketball. He wants to make this year's team successful. The past years teams have done well, but none have had the perfect season quite yet. Hoping this year's team did well, sophomore Kellen Coon wanted to be city champs
or win tournaments. He said, "I'm excited to be playing this season because I like to play basketball and be with my friends."
In order to accomplish the team's goals, they would practice everyday for approximately two hours. During practice they did a variation of drills. They did transitions drills, boxing out drills, and shooting drills. They also worked on their defense. They played man-toman defense and didn't play zone defense very often.
As the season progressed, no one was seriously injured and they hoped that no one w get injured. They started out with tough teams like Southwest, Millard North, a d Southeast. Coon said, "I think my biggest rival wou Id be Southeast because it's always a good game."
Although they didn't beat Southeast this year, they hope ne t year's team will.
Above. Sophomore Corbin Lee looks for a open teammate while LNS defense tries to get the ball on Jan. 7
Above: Coach John Bell talks to the team during a time-out at the LNS game.
Below: LNE tries to get the ball after LNS puts up a shot on Jan. 7.
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Story by:Tashina Beckner
Layout by: Stefanie Bridger
Photos by: Amber Huber
Freshmen Boys Basketball [fresh-mehn bois bas-kit-bawl] noun: a game played by two teams of freshmen level boys, each having five players, on a rectangular court having a raised basket or goal at each end, points scored by tossing the ball through the opponent's basket.
Coach David Macek and Jesse Lynch coach the fresh men boys basketball team. They had the team practice everyday besides game days.
During the season the team played skilled opponents. They beat Lincoln Southeast one Jan. 5. The score was 45-35. They also beat Fremont 35-26. They have played many good teams this year. The scores of the games were close, and the team never gave up.
The team's goal th is year was to win many games, or at least make each game a good game. Some personal goals were to get more experience to prepare them for later years, get better dribbling control, make all their free-throws, make the most points a game, and many other goals. Throughout the season, many of the players reached their goal and believe they did a good job this season.
Freshmen Boys Basketall
Above: Brandon Holscher plays great offense.
Above: Cody Jones makes a pass to a teammate
Left:Ashkon Eckbal takes a shot during the North Star ~ame
Bowling [boh-ling] noun: a game in which a heavy ball is rolled from one end of a wooden alley at wooden pins set up at the opposite end.
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By: Stefanie Bridger
by: Stefanie Bridger
"Loud" Is how Erin Serafin describes her bowling team. "Great" Is how Kelly Fritchie describes them.
"The season started off really good. At every single match, we did our best and really worked hard as a team," said Erin Serafin ·
The girls team consisted of 7 players and were a tight-knitted team. They really worked hard this season to improve drastically and they did just that.
The boys team on the other hand, consisted of 6 players and were pretty laid back throughout most of the season.
"We underachieved most of the season so when districts rolled around, we hoped to redeem ourselves," said senior J.D. McMahan. J.D. says their team is hysterical, he loves how laid back everything is, and how much fun they can have while they bowl.
Photos
Above: J.D. McMahan watches the bowling ball roll down the lane at Hollywood Bowl.
Varsity Boys Bowling
JV Boys Bowling
Varsity Girls Bowling
they defeated No.7 ranked North Platte in an overtime win.
The theme for the team this year was putting our name back into the spotlight. That is what they have done this year.
Senior Lindsey Thege said, "Th is season has been fun, but -- iongand to work
Sopomore Chante Williams dribbles past her defender for an easy lay up.
Senior stud
Kyleah Bowder Ffexs her muscles trying to pass the ball.
Varsity
By: Kristin Luft
asketball [bas-kit-bawl] noun: a ga o teams of girls on the junior varsi ally five players each on a rectangular a raised basket or goal at each end, cored by tossing the ball through th basket. played by level, usuourt having ints being pponent's
This year's JV tea was different com- lay-ups. Th n, they did the Husker Shoot. It par_eclto __._-....~__,_..._,._._.. ~ ......
as a drill all about sbaating-.Afb • sisted of all sophomore and one junior. A ished, half I f the team would stretch whil ( couple juniors who trie out and made the the rest w wld practice their shots. Once team quit at the beginn g of the season. they got th ugh that they did a three-ma r The girls had to get used weave. Th ended with three on two to to being coached by the hoop. Mike Boshart, who had Defense was a coached JV in previous high point for the years. Boshart mixed team. They practic things up this season. it all the time. The He had them practic- team ran both a zor e ing before school for a day, an a ter sc oo for two and a half hours. At the beginning of the season he did n ens They would pi e zone on teams that were good at drib-
coach Boshart and his te d bl. h b k the game to talk about wh: tmha e a hdudddl before Ing to t e as et, win ey nee e t do to have five typical starter • and zone on those who Before each game the team had their were good taking outside shots. Ove r own warm-up routine. hey started with all, it depe ded on the team.
By: Kri st in Luft
Basketball
[bas-kit-bawl]
noun: a game played by two teams of girls on the reserve level, usually five players each on a rectan-
gular court having a raised
Tammy Gerlach was a great man because the team is short and fast. basket or goal at each coach for the reserve team this year. If the team is being pressured greatly end, points being scored Sophomore Rachel Gordon said, "I'm they will play zone. by tossing the ball thr.ough xcited-tG-b pla-yi-Ag-this asGA,- H--tt-
Jammy. It has been great and I have curred this season, although there had learned a lot." Gordon plays for both been minor injuries. Gordon said th re ior varsity and reserve. She was were a lot of hurt ankles, knees, and king forward to winning and im- backs. To prevent pulling muscles th ~ing as a team. team would always stretch before prGerlach has the team practice tices and games. Before each game, e e eryday except for game days and team would start with lay-ups, and th~n Sundays. The practice usually lasts they would move to shooting drills. ftwo hours. During practice, the team ter that, they would go into the lock r focused on boxing out and defensive room for Tammy to tell the starting drills. Gerlach runs both zone defense line-up. The typical five starters we.re and man-to-man. They play man-to- Robin Sullivan, Ashlie Sklen icka, Karissa Clark-Jennings, Kas t0r.:sey, and Ed~· f-1-',.A,
owson. S e would also instruct them and get th
pumped up.
team prepared to get a rebound on Jan. 27 against LNS.
Brandy Singleton dribble towards the hoop NS.
more Kassy Dorsey went u jump ball against a omore Brandy Singleton to hile being
Sophomore Kayla Jorda jumped up for a rebound trying to win the ball back aga st LNS.
noun: a game played female teams atthe freshmen level of usu ectangular court hav- 'I
• ts being scored by
ayi ng Northeast o inning freethrow ag the team had was against Norths took the most preparation time was playe . When asked how the team would describe themselves in one word they said, "Motivated.''
Lizzy Aylward· passed the ball around two LNS players to her open teammate.
Coach Rebecca Hiller talks to her team du ; practice on Jan. 14.
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-ner] noun: a high school ives first aid and thera-
red athletes. Some d ankles, and filling r ourt. The student east's athletic tr, :.iners, They provide a variety drew Wesely decided to anted to stay involved with g about being a student trainer es and the other trainers. To beave to do is learn as you go and have s when there are no athletes to tend to.
By: Amber H"llror
Performing Arts [ pur-form ahrts ] noun: To I?egin and carry through to compleb.on of the fine arts.
You step onto the stage, butterflies :in your stomach the whole audience staring at you, and hghts be~uning U:p)n your face. Whether your singing, acting, or playmg an instrument, the pressure is on.
Nothing can replace the great feehng you get while your up on stage. Sure you have butterflies in your stomach and your pa1ms may be sweaty a bit, but it's all worth it in the end
You're done. Y ou'v~ hit every note, and remembered every hne. You look and the audience is giving you a stand ovation.
Band Call
Band how are your feet? TOGETHER! Stomach? IN! Chest? OUT! Shoulders? BACK! Chin? UP! Eyes? WITH PRIDE! Eyes?? WITH PRIDE!! Eyes??? WITH PRIDE!!!
Marching Band [ march in band) noun: an ensemble musicians that march in tim • to the music for entertainme at vents and in parades, oft : with brass, wind, and percu sion instruments, drum maj and/or majorettes, and colo guard.
Marching band is only offered first quarter here Northeast, but the memories students leave with last a ifetime. Students really have to be dedicated. Momin , practices on the field start at 7: 30, and they get their 1 exercise. Marching around the track over and over carrying an instrument isn't easy ark. Marching band al comes with its perks
St ents get into games for free because they mar during halftime. When marching ban.a member Jordan ,· Powell was asked what his favorite ~rt about being in marching band is, he replied, "Marchi.Fig band is all abo the performance. The best thing about being in the ban is walkiag out onto the field ancl show.it;lg ~ople exactl what you can do.""
Another perk of marching band i a New Yor • • • ma F-i a going to New York and realizing we made it!"
Above: Senior Michelle Waples marches during class on Nov. 3
Right: The Drumline practices during morning practice on Nov. 3
Above: Senior Lizzy Lollmann and Junior Travis Ray get ready to play their instruments.
Above: Seniors Michelle Waples, Sidney Hoff, sophomore Eric Lott, and Senior Lizzy Lollmann wait to board their plane to New York.
Far Left: Austin Fricke, Jami Fisher, Ashley Lott, Eric Lott, Travis Ray, Jessica Snoozy, Tess Widowson, Edie Widowson, and Lizzy Lollmann Left: Siblings Senior Ashley and Sophomore Eric Lott pose with their tubas.
Jazz Band (jaz band]
noun: a band specializing in jazz, and consisting typically of trumpet, trombone, clarinet, saxophone, piano, double bass, and percussion.
This years jazz band travled all over. From Kansas to Lincoln's own Del-Ray ballroom.
With new teacher, Amy Thorpe, the Jazz Band took on a whole new image. It paired singing solos, with the jazz band's already sultry, and professional sound. The jazz band also rocked it out at the annual rock show.
"Even though we've gone through three teachers in my Jazz Band career, this year is really great and Ms. Thorpe is a great teacher," said senior Paul Cregger.
Story by: Kayla Reyes Layout and photos by: Amber Huber
Ensemble [ahn-sahm-buhl] noun: the united p~rformance of an entire group of musicians
By Tayler Ferguson
• Wind Ensemble is the premier band for North
.east students. You have to try out using several chal -
elenging musical pieces to earn your spot in Janet
•LaFollete's class.
•
•"Instruments, including brass, reeds, and percussio n
• • are used. We often combine with the orchestra for ,
.fuller sound," said senior Maggie Krause.
•They play a variety of musical pieces. " I love to just
• play any musically challenging piece .
love the way it finally comes togethe
and the way it touches everyone. I
also love when we sight read a piece
to just see how it sounds and then
how it sounds once we've mastered
it. It's a lot of fun," said senior Lynni
Krause.
No matter what grade you are in, you can participate and continue
on with band, which many students choose to do.
Symphonic [sim-fon-ik] adjective: of or pertaining to symphony or harmony of sounds.
By: Tayler Ferguson
• "Symphonic band is a good way of getting to
• play an instrument of your choice and having fun
• with it," said junior Cole Eiland.
•Sophomores, juniors, and seniors can be part of Janet
• LaFollette's symphonic band. This band is just a little
• less challenging than Wind Ensemble. They play a
•variety of music of all types, sounds and tempos. The
• instruments are lower-pitched to produce a broader
•sound.
•They participated in the Lincoln Public Schools con-
•test, State, and Harvest of Harmony in Grand Island,
• where they received a superior rating. "We haven't
• done that in awhile," said junior Cole Eiland.
Freshmen Band [fresh-muhn band] noun: a student in the first year of a musical group, usually employing brass, percussion, and often woodwind instruments, that plays esp. for marching or open-air performances.
Layouts and Photos by: Amber Huber
Story By: Faye Veeke
Freshman Band is a friendly group. The students play a variety of instruments, including trumpets, flutes, clarinets, saxophones, trombones, percussion, and tubas.
Jessica Bohlken, a freshman that plays the Trumpet, defines band in one word, "Interesting."
She's in band because she likes music a lot and she always enjoys playing her trumpet, and also because her friends take band. Jessica has been playing the trumpet since 5th grade. She has a lot of favorite parts about the band, "I love to play in concerts and parades, but I also really enjoyed our trip to New York."
Orchestra [ awr-kuh-struh ] noun: a group of performers on various stringed instruments.
A lot of members from orchestra have played for many years.
Some of the most common instruments are the violin, cello, and viola.
The students must play a part of a song to have their chair selected.
And then the instructor determines what kind of talent the student has.
The students in Orchestra describe the class as really fun!
So, if you like to play music, have fun, and want to be a part of a group, join Orchestra!
Layout and Photos by: Amber Huber Story By: Faye Veeke
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Voices and Harmony [vois n hahr-muh-nee [noun]: the simultaneous combination of tones, especially when blended into chords pleasing to the ear; chordal structure, as distinguished from melody and rhythm.
g to re inesses ."' f:.::, :-e art of /-::::• the year. At this time the
students in the group pick out their favorite famous songs and make them their own. This year the choir has attended the NCDA Jazz Choir festival in Columbus, NE, and the Bellevue East Jazz Choir Festival. Voices N' Harmony will also taking an overnight trip to the Kansas University Jazz Festival in March
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uettes [shil-ou wets] noun: A select group of fe ale singers.
ouettes is an all girl vocal music class at North. Auditions are eld during the spring, previous e next school y ar. The Silhouettes have always n one of t h e m ost elegant groups. They wear black dresses a d sing classical music. For these , it's not just a cl ss, it's about the music and the ships that are ade. By the end of the year, the weren't just cl smates, they startbeing sisters.
s year's mem b e r include Tayla Bouman, Alicia ucci, Kelsi Busboo m, Morgan Clark , Olivia Geist, antel Hageman , ynette Hartman, Sydnie lacino, arae Mann , M eli sa Mathis, Amber Nichols, DeliPickel, Kayla Qu ck, Felicia Richards, and Cassie Williams.
i r first 0th.
Class comes together for a group picture. (All photos by: Kim Ostrander)
Carol Meyer directing the Silhouettes during class.
ISophomore Selects [sof-uh-mawr si-lekts] noun: select group of male and female singers in their second year in high school.
By: Abbi Burris
To Sophomore Select it's more than just notes on a page, and learning choreography, it's about growing to become better musicians, and having fun while doing it. Directed by Ms. Carol Meyer and accompanied by Ms. Deanna Mumguard they sing all types of music from show to jazz to sixteenth century which brings a new challenge for every song!
Many underestimate the power of the sophomores in this class, nonethe-less they prove them wrong at every opportunity they have. They perform "little gigs" about six times a semester all over Lincoln including retirement • homes such as The Legacy and The Cotner Center as well as concerts in the fall, winter, and spring at Lincoln Northeast.
Ms. Meyer enjoys getting to see her students excel in other activities outside of Sophomore Selects such as wrestling, cheerleading, or football.
"As a teacher it's fun for me to get to see how some of the students have never met each other before and by second semester they all have grown together as a family," Ms. Meyer added. ==----
class prac ing for w · Concert.
Left: The group at tl October, concert.
They may only be freshman, but they have more talent than what you think. Directed by Ms. arol Meyer and accompanied by Ms. Deanna Mumguard they come together everyday to perfect and perform what they do best!
Rocket Singers is more than just a class for many, it is a way that they
can express themselves, and perfect their talent in front of a crowd filled with not only one's parents and peers, but strangers as well as retirement homes. Rocket Singers sing a variety of fun and difficult songs. Rocket Singers is the first step you
take in Northeast's vocal music department, in the spring of this year many of them will audition for a select group.
When asked, Chandler Henderson said her f vorite part of being a Rocket Singer is being able to do what she enjoys while being with her friends.
"My favorite part of being in Rocket Singers was om first show because it was something new and it was really un." Rob Clayton just really thought that it was fun to sing and dance nd that it was something different.
"My favorite memory of class would have to be the day that Ms. Meyer tried to convince the class that Josh danced like the cabbage patch santa danced!"
Shaina BarrosSantiago
Rocket Singers [rok-it sing-ers] noun: Male and Female singers in their first year of high school.
Some of the Rocket Singers o ring v,e October 20, concert.
Rocket Singers hard at work during class!
By: Abbi Burris
Concert choir is compiled of about thirty students and many different backgrounds of music. Concert Choir is directed by Ms. Amy Thorpe and accompanied by Ms. Deanna Mumgard. The choir sometimes joins with Voices N' Harmony and Chamber Singers but, they also do a lot of great things on their own.
Nearly everyone who is in concert choir participates in the musical, in this situation students have to be very focused on learning music in class, as well as what they
Concert Choir [ko n - surt
noun: a group of musicians or musical instruments; a musical company, o r band, or a division of one.
are focusing on for the musical. Also, the choir performs at the Graduation ceremony held in June.
Concert Choir sings music ranging from gospel, to jazz, to broadway tunes you may have heard before
Max Wheeler said that his favorite part of being in concert choir is that he got to sing twice a day with his favorite teacher, Ms. Thorpe. Also, Max loves to act,so being a part of Concert Choir is great because they are involved in the musical.
M
s Amy Thorpe leads Concert Choir at the fall concert on October 19.
Right: The class is hard at work.
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Ms. Thorpe directs the class while they learn their music.
Olivia Geisk and Kayla Quick pra( · tice their music during class,
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Seussical [soo-zi-kuhl] noun: a play or film whose action and dialogue is interspersed with singing and dancing; inspired by Dr. Seuss. Derek Knezovich & Tess Widdowson
By: Abbi Burris
A new auditorium lit the musical in a new way. Seussical premiered Thursday, January 29, 2009. The music department which includes vocal, as well as instrumental , left the audience leaving in awe.
Directed by Ms. Amy Thorpe, musical director Mrs. Carol Meyer and assistant director and accompanist Ms. Deanna Mumgard. The students worked very hard, most of them stayed after school until nine o'clock to work on sets and practice their lines.
The orchestra pit of the new auditorium was filled with the Northeast's very own band and jazz band students. Some of the lead rolls \:Vere acted out by Tess Widdowson as "Gertrude," Max Wheeler as "The Grinch," Derek Knezovich as "Horton," Amadeo Huie as "Cat in the Hat," Kelsey Richard as "Jojo," Kayla Quick as "The Sour Kangaroo," and finally Ashley Lott as "Mayzie."
Amy Thorpe was extremely happy with the outcome of her production. She made a point to say she really enjoyed seeing her students slowly "morph" into their characters as they got closer and closer to the premiere date.
Most would say the set was extravagent, the cast a crew were extremely talented and the direction and humor was incredible but, we all know that Seussical has most definitely set the bar for musicals to come!
Fall Play [fawl pley] noun: a dramatic performance in the fall, as on the stage.
She Forgot to Remember was about two girls who were meeting their dates in a small ho t J. On the way they got in a train wreck and Elaine Woodbury played by Kelsey Richard lost -' memory. She picked up the wrong suitcases. When they got to the hotel everyone thought s \E was Gwendolyn Archer played by Kelsey Baker. It was a funny production that worked out w h the characters in the end.
r Caitlin Osian and Freshman Ross Pickel play cards while performi•ng in the fall play.
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By: Amber Huber
Student Co ncil [stood-nt koun-suhl] no representative body composed chiefly of students chosen by their classmates to organize social and extracurricular i---~~_activities and to participate in the government of a school.
"Fanta-bulastic," was the one word Senior Nicole Kubert used to describe Student Council, and that it is.
Student Council puts on various events that help make the school and the community better.
They put on prom, Make-A-Wish, a dodgeball tournament, homeless awareness, blood drives, unity week, dead day, and many more events.
"Many don't take the time to notice what we do, but that doesn't matter ," said Kubert.
"Student Council is about doing things for your school and community, not for getting recognized, but the satisfaction of stepping up and helping. "
ampus Life: [kam-puhs I noun: A group that come together to discuss their faith.
mpus Life is where kids can me together for exciting games , eat fun, new friends and to -···, pand on their faith. Campus Life ~=: "• ical meets Tuesday nights at ~'.! "' mpus Life North.
"We play lots of fun games, and all
together it's just a great time," said
junior Kayla Rayes
Anyone can join. Look for signs around the school. During January , Campus Life groups across the city have the option to go on a ski trip This year they are went to Winter Park, Colorado.
"Ski Trip has been the best part of Campus Life for me. I grew closer to my leaders and my friends, and learned new things about my faith," stated junior Jordan Leach
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So homore Mollie Mcquinn, sophmore Stephanie and junior Jordan Jackson show off their "prep" night.
Jordan Leach and senior Paul Creger play rider" during western night.
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Story By: Tayler Ferguson
Layout & Photos By: Amber Huber
A Student Ambassador is a student who is personable, respectful, caring, and a good representative of our school," said senior Makenzie Smallfoot.
In order to become a student ambassador you must fill out an application and meet the criteria of being a junior or senior, in good academic standing, have good attendance, and have responsible behav-
Student ambassadors help out with many different things. "We deliver passes for the counseling center, help direct students to the correct counselor, as well as give tours to the new students," said Senior Hannah Bourne.
" I really like the fact that I am helping someone in someway," said senior Hannah Bourne.
"And I like being a representative of the school," said senior Makenzie Sm al lfoot.
Top Right: Senior Kelly Fritchie delivers a pass.
Bottom Right: Senior Stephanie Kehler delievers a pass.
Top left: Junior Vannesa Cox delievers a pass. Middle Left: Seniors Shelby Burns and Kelsey Wendeln stop for a picture.
Bottom Left: Senior Kelly Fritchie, Stephanie Leal, and secretary Christine ldeus take a picture together.
Math Club [m ath
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By: Sara King
kluhb] noun: A grc
u of people organi ze c:::::I., for math purpose s,
especially a grou p meets regularly.
This year Math C ub was held in portabl e on Mondays. Steve Ee , an sponsored tlie club . were 13 students that w e members of the club i 1 eluding Cara Nicholas, resident; Ben Breckbill , v president; and Travis R y, secretary.
The math club ~articipated in contests b t and out of school including contests with Doan e . l and Hastings. They al o competed at the Ameri, 1 Math Competition. 0 top of their competition 1 math club partictpated •n social evens such as fu c ing opprotunities a~ N rtheast sporting events , N ald's, and Noodles an Company.
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Quiz Bowl and ACADEC [kwiz bohl and ac-adeck] noun:
By: Sara King
Academic Dacathlon also known·as ACADEC was held in portable s ven with sponsor Steve Eckamn. This club prepared students for special academic competition. The club participated in many competitions over th 2008-2009 school ye·ar. They were asked questions over a variety of subjects including math, literature, rt, social sciences , music , economics, and science. ey also competed with interview, speech, and ess y questions. This year there were approximately 12 students in academic decathlon.
Quiz Bowl is very similar to AC ADEC in that the club members do alm st the same thing but in a more casual environment. Students got to gether to play a game very similar to Jeopardy Stude nts were asked questions about a aritey of academic subject s and 'buzzed in' when th y knew the answer. This year there were approxi ately 15 students in Quiz
Layout by: Jeana Miller
Asian Caucus [ey-zhuhn kaw-kuhs] noun: a grou r organized to further a special interest in the asian cul t re
Nate Geiken sponsors Asian Caucus and this ye ' s Presidents were Lynne Truong and Peter Tran. They et once a month after school in room 150. There are ab It 15-20 members and anyone can join. Sophomore Hu 1 ~n Lam said the club was about, "Promoting the Asian cu l re and showing others about caring and sharing." They d e fundraisers by selling egg rolls, crab rangoons, and oth Efood items that revolve around Asian traditions. They a so make treats/gifts for teacher appreciation day. TreasurE • Tony Bui said, "Asian Caucus represents a portion oft~ ~ student body that shows the community how well stu ~ntJ can create a group, become organized, and show lead 1,rship skills."
The members of Asian Caucus discussing fundraising ideas.
The members having an after school meeting.
Story by: Julie Renaud and Delicia Pickel
Debate [de-bate] noun: a discussion, as of a public question in an assembly, involving opposing viewpoints Speech [speech] noun: a form of communication in spoken language, made by a speaker before an audience for a given purpose.
When asked, the majority of Speech members said they were benefited most by becoming more comfortable while speaking in front of large crowds. Senior Cara Nickolaus said that she was, "Really nervous at first but, became more confident with practice." Speech is sponsered by Autumn Wardyn and met after school on Mondays in room 32. Students in Speech go to different events and present speeches and poetry.
Even though there are only two members in Debate they don't let that discourage them from doing their best at the weekly tournaments. When asked about the benefits of Debate, Freshman Tyler Hurley said, "I have learned a lot of research and writing skills." They also get to meet members from al I over the state.
Back Row: Edwin Quintanilla, Cara Ni Snyder. Front Row: Kyle Kettler, Sharo ' g, Autumn W ardyn
Story by: Julie Renaud and Delicia Pickel
Layout by: Jeana Miller
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By: Stefanie Bridger
Spirit Club [spir-it kluhb] noun: Group of people who have attitud e h inspires other.
Spirit Club is the place to be if you want to show your school prid e r support for Lincoln Northeast. This group of people gets together z H makes signs for around school and talk about supporting different pr ,r throughout the building. In order to join, you just need to go to them, e and help out. If this sounds interesting to you, Spirit club is the club fc
Sophomore Libby Klinker is a member of Spirit Club and first becam e ir ested mainly because of her mom.
"My mom did it when she was younger so when we had to sign up fo , c the first day of freshman year, I choose Spirit Club."
Spirit Club is one of the best ways to show off your school spirit an g involved. It's a great way to make new friends and help get kids fired 1~ upcoming events.
By: Stefanie Bridger
Character Club [kar-ik-ter kluhb] noun:
Group of people that help others around the community and school.
Character Club is a group of people who help out around school and our community. In order to be in this club, you have to have good character and be willing to help others.
"During club meetings, we work on whatever our project is that we are doing, or we ams work a lot ,on our character club closet we tin ~ have here at school," said Jill Petrzilka. ( OU !
Being part of Character Club is a good way te r· to help others and anyone can become part of this group.
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"Anyone can join, there aren't any requirements," said Caitlin Roussan. "It's a fun way et to make a difference in the community and d or to make new friends."
By: Tashina Beckner
Latinos Unidos is a club sponsored by Georgia Sarroub, and is held every Wednesday at 3:00pm in room 233. Latinos Unidos was formed to celebrate Latino traditions and holidays.
"I feel that Latinos Unidos is about getting together to accomplish goals, and also about having fun while working on those goals," said senior Bianca Lopez.
Anyone from any grade can join, and you don't have to be of Hispanic descent. All you have to do is show up to room 233 at 3 :00pm and sign in. There are many benefits from being a member of Latinos Unidos. You get to meet with different native speakers, gain experience by being elected and serving as club officers , and are also eligible for state and national scholarships. Some fun activities they take part in include, field trips to movies and plays by Latino writers and producers, fundraising, and regional and state conferences.
"I feel that Latino Unidos is about trying to keep Latinos out of trouble and proving that we can make something of ourselves," said Yurico Guillen and ltzayana Reyes.
Latinos [luhtee-nohs] noun: people of Latin American or Spanish-speaking descent.
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French Club [french kluhb]
noun: a club pertaining to, or characteristic of France, its inhabitants, or their language, or culture.
By: Tashina Beckner
This is the second year the French Club has been at Northeast High School. French Club started last year when French teacher Mrs. Kristen Nugent took over teaching French classes. There are usually eight to ten students who attend the club meetings and activities. French Club meets the third Thursday of every month. To be a member of French Club all you have to do is show up to the meetings to be in French club. Anyone is welcome to join.
French Club took part in many activities. One activity was taking place in the Art Walk. They traveled to Le Quartier Bakery. They watched French movies and Crepe Night. Crepe Night took place January 22, from 3:00-4:00pm.
"We would like to see more members join," said President Julie Renaud who is a junior. This club keeps French traditions and customs alive.
Madame Nugent
Junior Julie Renaud at the Sheldon Art Callery for the Friday night art walk.
Members of the French Club rest while on the Art Walk at the Sheldon Art Callery.
By: Sara King
This year, there were approximately 20 students who were members of FCCLA. Denise Haag sponsored the club and it was held in room 53. The president was senior, Ngoc Ky Nguyen. The vice president was sophomore, Frances Nguyen. They participated in many fundraisers, including their own "Light The Way" fundraiser.
S Students and people from the community could purchase uyen am a e "Light the Way" fundraiser. luminaries to be placed around the school at the December 19th Varsity Girls basketball game. The money raised was given to the scholarship recipient of the Sarah Skean Scholarship.
FCCLA met once a month this year. They participated in star events. Star events are competitions where the club members compete in various family and consumer science events, as well as culinary arts events. Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America [fam-uh-lee kuh-reer and kuh-myoo-ni-tee lee-ders • uhv uh-mer-i-kuh] noun: To promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education.
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This year, there were about 20 students who were members of FBLA. Laura Rikli sponsored the club and it was held in room 217.
This year junior, Julie Renaud, was the president and senior, Ngoc Ky Nguyen, was the vice president. They participated in SLC or State Leadership Conference where they competed with other schools across the state.
They were tested over a variety of subjects, including math and economics. This year, FBLA members also did some volunteer work at retire-
Future Business Leaders of America [fyoo-cher biznis lee-ders uhv uh-mer-i-kuh] noun: an educational association of student members preparing for careers in business and business related fields.
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Juniors Amanda Caffrey and Nan Le at Boo at the Zoo.
Ju ni ors u 1 , Nanc e, Emery Pigg, and Tram T n at the SCC Beatric Business Competition
National Honor Society [nash-uh-nl on-er suh-s tee] noun: an organization whose intent is to rec 1 ize middle and high school students who show achie in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
By: Tayler Ferguson
National Honor Society, or NHS, is "a select group of students that exemplify leadership, scholarship, and community service," says the leader of National Honor Society, senior Kelsey Richard.
In order to be in NHS, you must be a studen t with a 3.5 grade point average or higher. If you hav at least a 3. 5, you are notified and given the option t apply. A group of administrators pick the final members.
" I really like being involved with NHS becau ~ it's an outlet to serve the community and be a leade I would encourage people to become a member of National Honor Society because it is respected arou the country and the members usually do well later i life," said Kelsey Richard.
NHS volunteers with various organizations throughout the year such as People's City Mission, t Salvation Army, Friendship Home, and various othe organizations.
Seniors Paul Creger and Kesley Richard speak at a NHS meeting. (All Photos By: Tayler Ferguson)
Junior Jordan Leach and senior Stefanie Bridger sit and talk at a NHS meeting.
Seniors Ben Brekenhall and Cara Nicholas sign up for community service hours.
Junior Harmony Jones and seniors Sidney Hoff, Ashley Lott, and Kubert at a monthly NHS meeting.
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By: Tayler Ferguson
FCA, also known as Fellowship of Christian letes, is a club where christian student athletes t "We have a athlete-based bible study and e fun with other Christian athletes," said senior than Walter.
Mr. Heath, the athletic director at North, is the leader of this group that meets every two eks throughout the school year.
"I've been involved with FCA for. four years We have bible study, eat doughnuts, and drink ·ce while we have fun conversations together. It's at to have bible-based conversations with other letes. I enjoy getting a free breakfast every now then too." said Nathan Walter.
FCA also participates in a couple of the statede events each year that all the members seem to joy.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes [fel-ohship uhv kris-chuhn ath-leet] noun: interdenominational ministry that reaches out to the young athletes of the world.
Sophomore Ciara Hegeholz and Senior Nathan Walter discuss sports at an FCA
Junior Josh Wismer attends an FCA meeting.
By: Amber Huber
224 pages, five deadlines, seven months, eighteen staff members, two advisors; a lot of time and effort goes into making the school yearbook.
This year, "The Rocket" had only three returning staff members. Joining them, were the two new advisors, Frank McEntarffer and lsau Metes. With a whole new staff, came lots of work. First was choosing the theme for the yearbook. Lots of time and deliberation was put into it, and the theme was finally chosen. "Define Yourself", it fits well, high school kids living life, going to school everyday trying to define who they truly are.
From there, spreads were made, pictures were shot, and stories were written With each person came creativity and drive. The staff this year made it very easy to meet deadlines on time, and to have an enjoyable time in class.
Although we tried our hardest to get every one in this yearbook this year, it is not always possible. We hope you like our product, our pride and joy, and enjoy it as much as we do!
rwo bunch. I am very proud of all the dedication and long hours they put into creating the yearbook. " -lsau Metes -
Story by: Sara King
Photos by: Amber Huber
This year the Northeastern staff was little. First semester the class consisted of three students. Then, second semester the group gained three students, making the class a total of six people. These students worked together to create an interesting and informative newspa1 per, mostly covering issues about Northeast High School. The crew distributed a newspaper every month throughout the school year. Not only did Northeast students read the articles printed so did the surrounding community, including all LPS schools. The Newspaper ranged from eight to fourteen pages each month. Printed on those pages was a combination of feature stories, editorials, columns, and student interviews.
* ttiflg to know the other memrs We were a small class and we 'beta-me a little family! We worked well together and we were always willing to help each other out. "
-Senior Sara King
11 / enjoy sharing with the school an the community my input of Northeast sports. I also enjoy writing my column every month and hearing a wide variety of comments. u
-Senior Nathan Walter
World L?.~ la! g-~~::&~~ge thoughts and feelings through a system of arbitrary signals, such as voice sounds, gestures, or written symbols.
By: Jessica Purser
tn World Language classes you are taught how to speak, read, write, and comprehend a different language. You also get to learn about the different cultures and lifestyles, try new foods, learn about their holidays and much more.
Spanish, French, and German are the languages currently taught at LN E. To graduate Northeast, you are required to take a minimum of two years of a different language, and to graduate most colleges there is a requirement of four years of language. You can take up to 5 years of Spanish and French and German 4 years.
Why might you take a language class for longer than is necessary to graduate? Spanish is the second most
spoken language throughout the world, and could be valuable to learn. French is one of the romance languages, which you could use to help attract a special someone. German is also one of the top 1 0 spoken languages throughout the world.
Above: Juniors Kayla Reyes and Peyton Sheridan.
Left: Junior Tyler Hayes and Senior Sean Dill posing during class.
Below: Sophomore Sonia Turn e1 working hard in Spanish class
Above: Junior Ariel Muirhead ~ 1d spanish.
Above: AP Spanish Class taking a break from working hard on th f r Li books, for finals. :
Tech no logy [tek-nol-uh-jee] noun: ·the branch
of knowledge that deals with the creation and
o~ techni_cal means and t~eir interrelation_ with life, society, and the environment, drawing
upon such subjects as industrial arts, engineer-:ing, applied science, and pure science
By: Jessica Purser
Choosing your two semester requirements for technology can 5e very simple. There is such a wide variety to choose from, whether it's working with cars, building houses or typing on a computer. Many of these dasses can benefit you in life, with your future or present career, helping you type xour mid-term for college, learning how to buird a house, fixing a car, or even being a member of the class that helps create your school's annual yearbook. You just can't go wrong when choosing a technology class.
Breanna Eley and Tim Diaz take a break fr om welding to take a picture.
A student is practicing his welding in class.
ve: An antique Model T car, that was availble to scope out during Auto hnol ogy class.
Senior Bret Rausch: "We don't have bookwork in welding! It's pretty fabulous!"
Sophomore Frances Nguyen: "The teacher, Ms. Rikli."
After working hard in her aero strength class, sophomore Maysoun Al- Haj shows off the work she has done.
During their team sports class , seniors Nick Hemenway and Mario Rios play a game of basketball. Freshman Colby McPike fo c use while doing hang cleans d u r i ng his 3rd period areo strength cla s
Phys•i•cal IB•u•ca•tion
Physical Education [fiz-i-kuhl ej-oo-key-shuhn]
noun: systematic instruction in sports, exercises, and hygiene given as part of a school or college program.
By: Kim Ostrander
There are a lot of physical education clas s< ) here at Northeast. Aero strength, water games, a d team sports are a few of the many active classe s J choose from. Physical activity can be an outlet, c wa to remove stress. These physical education clas s< , are designed to give students guidance for eati n! healthy and working out in the future.
Some of the bestthings about physical ed 1 : ation are that students don't have to sit in desks , I ;ten
• to lectures, or take written tests. They get to pl a
• sports and run around; it's like getting back yo u r e-
• cess from elementary school. The teachers are a vay
• fun and sometimes join in .
• Above: Sophomore Julie Phan lifts weights. Left: While playing a game of basketball , junior Arth L
• Jones goes for a lay-up; while seniors Eric Schlicker a d Et Hintz try to block it.
Art
WhatSophomore Katie Allen
11 Art means the world to m-e. Art is a way to express myself in a healthy and unharmful way. Art is my life. Without art I would go crazy."
Art [ahrt] noun: The conscious production and arrangement of sounds, colors, forms, movements, or other elements in a manner that affects the sense of beauty, specifically the production of the beautiful in a graphic or plastic medium.
By: Kim Ostrander
Many people may say they are artistically c~hallenged; others love art. If you can draw, beginning drawing would be a great class to take. Art classes meet the needs of every student. They give students an outlet to be themselves and express themselves through art. Many people like taking art classes. Sophomore Katie Allen is a student who loves art.
"Art is a song in the making. Art t r uly comes from your heart. It's a story wri t ten in a picture. Emotions and waves of feelings just seem to flow through my hand and onto a blank canvas, turning into a brilliant and powerful picture waiting to be viewed by others. Art seems to come through your entire body and connects to your mind, creating a picture worth any amount of words. Artwork is poetry in the making to me. Artwork creates security and comfort. It truly releases stress and is a keepsake for a Iifeti me."
Junior Eric 0££ner
Junior Klara Urbanova
11 Art to me is something that comes from inside you. You become a part of it, and it' s a part of you. It's a form of expression that you can't put a price on "
11 Art is the way I escape from the real world. It's something that is hard to explain for me, but art is a part of my life."
Junior Luis Alvarez and senior Nicole Kubert looking at pictures in Beginning Photography.
Sophmore Alex Stenka working on an art project.
Science [sahy-uhns] noun: a branch of knowledge or study dealing with a body of facts or truths systematically arranged and showing the operation of general laws.
By: Faye Veeke
For some students, science is really interesting, others think its boring.
Science is required, you have to take it at for at least three years.
There are a few classes that all students must take. Those classes include: physical science and geoscience your freshman year, As a sophomore you have to take biology.
In your junior year you take chemistry. Senior year it's up to you what science class you take, if you take one at all. You can take Anatomy & Physiology or Physics.
By: Amber Huber
Mathematics is a part of our everyday lives, whether we realize it or not.
Students deal with data, Math [math] noun: The study of measurements, and ob- the measurements, properties, servations from science. and relationships of quantities and If you want to go to col- sets, using numbers and symbols. lege, math is really important.
At Northeast, they offer a lot of math classes; Algebra, AP Calculus, and Geometry are only a few. There is so much intertwined into math: shapes, numbers, symbols, and letters. It's a plethora of equations that determine amount, size, and shape.
A lot of students have difficulty with math, but no matter how old or young you are, or what college you're going to, you need to know basic math ski Ils.
Below: Mrs. Mathias ' 5th period World History class taking time out of their studying to take a picture. (All Photos By: Amber Huber)
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Social Study [soh-shuhl stuhd-eez] noun: A course of study including geography, history, government, and sociology, taught in different levels of school.
Question: To you, what was the most interesting event that happened in history?
Theresa Thom~en
"Right now, I'm very psyched about Obama's inauguration. It was very emotional for me. I felt like the U.S. and countries around the world have been reinvigorated and share a new sense of hope for the future."
Story by: Sara Chapman
Government and politics is a class for
only. The class goes over the amendmen t nd the 2009 election. The students had to 1ke
• an election portfolio over the democrati c md the Republican candidates
A social studies class is very important to 1ke
during high school. You will'learn abou t st
• history and what happened in our count r; nd
• learn how different things like politics w e k.
• Usually your freshman year you take Civi c , tas
• a sophomore you take World History, j u ior
• year U.S. History, then Government and Ii-
• tics your senior year.
~·ng:lish
English [ing-glish] noun: A course or individual class in the study of English language, literature, or composition.
Story by: Kyleah Sowder
Reading and writing plays a major role in high school academics. It is important to be able to reflect and communicate yours thoughts. The English teachers here know this and strive for excellence on a daily basis. From preparing younger students for various state writing exams to expanding the literature and discussion topics dealing with the upperclassmen, whatever it may the LNE English Department gets the job done, leaving students with more than enough knowledge and experience. There are many different English classes, which are mostly available to upperclassmen. Students are offered classes that have a main focus or topic or maybe class that can improve your writing skills and free their agination. Offered to them could be Holocaust Literature, Women's Literature, or maybe Creative Writing. For students looking to get a head start on their college education also available are classes for college credit and experience, like AP Language and Composition, AP Literature , or College Composition. Whatever it is students may want to expand on or whatever they are required to know and learn English is always an easy in with freedom to express yourself and maybe even learn a little more about yourself.
Above: Sophmores Kelsi Busboom, Tayla Bouman, Sebastian Berto, Sholvan Saleh and Omar Pompa read Raisin in the Sun.
Above:Sophmores Chass Savage and Brandi Branum take a break from journaling to smile for the camera and Alishia Dean takes a break as well.
Below: Mrs. Marker relaxing during one of her plan periods. (All Photos By: Amber Huber)
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Spring comes with many many challenges. There are to choose from, according t Soccer, Baseball, Golf, Trac are some option
Weather was the only thing teams back. Practice was inside for the first couple w got postponed, and some canceled.
It's the last season of the summer, and the last time t you've got before scho
Senior girls Shelby Burns and Caitlin Madden
Top: Senior Kyleah Bowder Below: Track members getting rea
Boys Track [bois trakJ noun: the group of sports performed on such a course, as running or hurdling, as distinguished from field events.
By: Abbi Burris
" Boys track will most likely take state this year" Taylor Applebee definately h s a lot of confidence in what he, and his team will be able to accomplish for th spring season. This year boys track will e aoached by John Snoozy.
Taylor Applebee loves running track because he says that everyone stays positi e and his coaches help him and the tea make their goals a reality.
Dedicated Northeast girls track track team is c ached b hn Snooz began practicing at th beginning of M eryday the girls warm p by running an ing, then they begin to pr ct1ce for thei they have·to run.
Mariah Peter making her season su and giving it all she ha Petersen's second yea
The girl track making it to state with sibly can.
" My personal is to qualify for state i Brittany Singleton said to improve her times
Boys soccer [bois sok-er]
noun: a form of football played between two boy teams of 11 players, in which the ball may be advanced by kicking or by bouncing it off any part of the body but the arms and hands, except in the case of the goalkeepers, who may use theiri hands to catch, carry, throw, or stop the ball.
• [vahr-si-tee]
This year's varsity team consisted of 21 players. Most of the players had been playing for a while. Returning seniors who played varsity last year were Eric Schlicker, Zach Majorins, Cody Pfeiffer and Seth Borer. This year, there wer many different players from last year, many of them had a chance to play JV and swing varsity.
There was a lot of experience on this year's team. Coach George Alfonso was surprised by the amount of talent on this team. He believes they lack some chemistry, but will be able to pull through it.
Last year a few players were injured. Most were minor injuries, except when Core)' Lachance tore his ACL during a soccer game. Starting goalkee r, Seth Borer, injured his knee in the first game of the season against Papillion- Vista.
"We are hoping for a better season with a new coach, George Alonso, and many new players,'' said junior Mohammed Al Hussein.
"We always start out our two hour practices with stretching and running a few laps at Mt. Olive Church," sairl junior Michael rake.
"We all get along well and hope to make it to state this year," said Lachance
Left & Right: Varsity against East on April 15. East won, 3-1.
One of last year's varsity captains, Chris Similey, graduated and became the new reserve soccer coach. The players liked him as a coach and he's closer to their age , so they could joke around with him. Similey worked them very hard He has played soccer since his freshman year and has had a lot of experience. He knew what they needed to work on so they could do well in their games. The team was mainly freshmen , so it helped having Chris around to prepare them.
They practiced everyday, usually with varsity and JV, unless they had a game They would work on drills to better themselves. Chris got the team in shape and helped them with their foot skills.
Because this team was new to high school soccer, they j~ st wanted to get out on the field and try their hardest. They were aggressive and willing to do anything to get the ball in the goal. They had their own goals for the season, but also had a goal as a team. They wanted to win. Even if they didn't win, they didn't want to give up. Freshman Norman Doxon said, "My goal for this year's season is to grow appreciation for soccer:."
game. [joon-yer vahr-si-fee]
This year's team had eighteen players, t 1 and eight juniors. Zidan12 Wyss coached them. coach , joining the JV team last year. Everyone or Wyss is a good guy and fun to be around, they d coming to practice everyday. They practiced ev except game days, a Mt. Olive Church. He wan t ' shape and ready for their first gam e, March 30th they haved their first game , North Star. Although they didn't win, they still sco played defense well and only tet North Star sco Junior Emery Pigg said, "My favorite me 1 was the kid who go hit in the face twice, but h beast!"
Girls soccer [gurls sok~r] noun: a form f football played between two girl teams of 11 players, in which the ball may be advanced by kicking or by bouncing it off any part of the hands, except in the case of the goalkeepers, hands to catch, carry, throw, or stop ahr-si-tee]
ing forward to a six seniors last year, the rest of the tea y had their eyes set on going to state ss for their head coach, Mike Marsh. It w icated girls, always willing to put in the extr of inner city rivalry in the air once the seaSara Chapman, Kyleah Bowder, and There et Northeast's name back in the books an er teams at Northeast to go to state. 'Pu • " oin
Above: Fresh. Ashlee Slade leaps to the ball. Top right: Varsity Team breaks out to play GI. Middle Left: Soph. Goalkeeper Ciara Hegeholtz scoops up the shot. Right: Senior Kyleah Bowder steps in front of 0. Bryan. Bottom Right: JV team gathers before playing. er vahr-si-tee and ree-surv) Reserve teams were coached by Becca Hiller mmy Gerlach. They were ready for a decent more experience under their belts from last ready to kick it. The team was made up of sand freshmen. They, like the Varsity, had a ere more then ready to do some damage on r program was lucky to get a solid number of and the teams were good and full, ready for a on both JV and Reserve.
Base-ball [beys-bawl] n. A game played with a bat and ball by two opposing teams of nine players, the players at bat having to run a course of four bases laid out in a diamond pattern in order to score.
By: Stefanie Bridger
"Scrappy," is the way Senior Matt Kage would describe his Varsity team. The varsity boys baseball team consists of 16 players, most of which are underclassmen. "We have a lot of young players this year, but our season is looking pretty good." Said Matt Kage. The baseball season seems to be the longest of them all, ending somewhere in the middle of May.
"Hard-working," is how Freshman Jordan Schroer would describe his JV teammates.
"Mitch Peppmuller is the most motivational player on our team because he is always saying good job, or he is trying to make someone else better."
The JV team has roughly around 25 games and will face many big rivalries throughout their season.
Sophomore Derek Hoodjer prepares to catch a ball during warm-ups on April 16.
Freshman Jordan Schroer watches the ba 1fter swinging against the opponent during a J • -l me onA , 15.
The boys sit and scope out their com r against Lincoln So u t
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By: Stefanie Bridger
Transitioning from middle school to high school may be difficult for some freshmen but for others it's a nice change.
"The biggest difference to me would probably be the speed of the game because everybody is a lot faster and a lot better than people in your own grade." Freshman Jordan Schroer said.
Both Freshman and Reserve teams are looking to have good seasons. Although it's a big change, many players are looking forward to the competitiveness at those levels and the challenge that it brings. The Freshman team is coached by David Mercer and the Reserve team is coached by Kyle Parker.
Freshman Matt Pepprnuller gets ready to catch the ball on April 8 at tne LNE field.
The Reserve team huddles while aiting for the relief pitcher on April 8.
Sophomore Jon Hawkins walks back to the outf!eld waiting for the next pitch on April 8.
Ten-nis [ten-is] n. a game played on a rectangular court by two players or two pairs of players equipped with rackets, in which a ball is driven back and forth over a low net that divides the court in half.
By: Sara King
Collectively, the girls tennis teams consisted of a number of hard working and over achieving young ladies. This sport is not just a high school hobby, it is a LI FE sport, and the girls tennis team showed this through their dedication to their team.
This year, there were some newbies joining the team for the first time. There were also some veterans, girls who have played since their freshman year of high school.
Tennis takes skill! When the team was asked if racket position or footwork was more important they said, "BOTH!" - now that is impressive.
About half of the team preferred playing the net, while the other half preferred playing the line. The whole team agreed that playing doubles are much more fun and less stressful then playing singles.
When asked what shot was their favorite, seniors Amber Huber and Sheridan Morgan both said,· "Overheads!" While senior Jessica Purser said, "backhands" and sophomore Audrey Wisell's favorite shot is, "volley, in the net."
To prepare for matches the team practiced a LOT, listened Mckenzie Ferguson,
to music ate strawberries and warmed up to the fullest! Chelsea Grabowski,
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enior ndrea Dier ets ready to it the ball nto her pponents ourt.
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umber of holes, usu r 18, in uccession, si e a vanou g natural or artificial cles, the object being to get the ball into eac e as few troke a po ible.
Golfing may not be the most acknowledged sport, but it ta kes j ust as much hard work, dedication, and practice as soccer or basketb al l. In fact, it may even be a more difficult and precise sport. Deali ng w ith weather conditions like rain, and 20 mph winds doesn't make t hi s ga m e a walk in the park
Thi s year's team worked hard to master new techniques, helping the m to raise their teams average. The t eam played many courses thi s yea r. Senior Taylor Hines said, " I like to play out at the Highlan ds, but it is hard to play because it is usually windy ou t t here "
Senio r David Heim ' s favorite course is Holmes. Senior Bryce Pe~--- schel , along with sophomore Alex Svehla , both said their favorite co ur se is at Mahoney
Thi s year, almost every teammate had been swinging clubs for app ro xi m ately five y ears Most of them first became interested in golf wh e n t h eir fathers introduced them to the sport. Their favorite shots in cl u de t he 130-yard pitching wedge, a chip, and primary shots to the green.
To prepare for their meets, the team hit a few balls, putted , practiced on the green, and tried to relax and remember that this game is all ab o ut having FUN!
Varsity Golf Tea m.
Greg Ayars , A le x Svehl a, D alton H e im , A ndrew Broers, JD McMa haan, Tom Schroeder, Bryce Peschel , Coac h El woo d , G abe Wi att, D i l lion Cranda ll , Nick Glass, Chase Drews
Srn i or Tom Shroeder gets ready to drive his ball out on the course.
, for eNtert~ us 1he last 18 yeaTSJ 'We of you af\d your cIT01\1)lishrveNt~ Your af\d decficatioN wm lecn you to 'Whatever .rt to becol\1e. You have l'v1a:Je your Mark ON ad have 1he blg(;Jest reart of aNYONe we·ve ever "Met. 'We love you
Throughthese4earsof growing up.
I wouldn ·t want an4one esle but 4ou to share those amazing ti mes with. I can ·t waft to spend the rest of our lfves laughing and lfvfng our dreamsf Your best friend and sister, Andrea.
Scotty, Our ba by has grown into a strong and good ma n. We thank God for giving you to us and for lead ing you into his service. You will always be ou r little Scotty no matter where God takes you.
Love, Mom, Dad, Josh, Ryan, Kelly & Sammy
Sebastian, You and Scott -are a pai_ r! You have become part of our . familyand • that will never change.
Hannah and Andrea Best friends for a lifetime, the only two girls I know who talk in their own language and understand it. lol My girls who I love with all my heart...
Jcte. lN so proud of yoUJ Your faith strer-,.qth al\d persisteKe have gotteN you here today I CoNtuiNe to trust iN God
•Your ~ord is a la1Vp to MY f eet al\d a ltjlt to MY path ~ -PsalM 119.- 105
Love FORE\fR Claire Jacob Fr en ch
H annah Bourn e and Andrea Dier
Sethi we are very proud of y vleeaing you are!
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Thy word ie a lamp uhto my feet and a light unto my path. Keep Hie word it1 your heart# He will ehow you the way. We love you! Datt Mom, Nickl Keegan, and Claire Seth Borer
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Wow! Graduating- it seems like yesterday you were racing your b • wheeL We are proud or the man you are beooming, We are excited to see what your ruture holds.
Wel~you!
Dad, Mom, Miah &Hayley - - - -
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Helmink put us together during journalism. You were a sophomore , I was a freshman. Three years ago neither one of us expected us to be where we are now, best friends.
Thank you for being by my side these past years, you truely are my rock. Here ' s to our future.
Love, Jeanabean
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Amber Huber
I am so proud of y ou!! I knew you could do it! You are full of ,~esilience, determination and motivation. You can achieve wh atever you set your mind to do. I love you!
Mom
Makenzie Smallfoot Congratulations Nichole!
We are so proud of all your accomplishments but most of all we are proud of the beautiful, intelligent, young woman you have become.
Love, your mom and dad Nichole Gulbranson
-CARA-
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE ACCOMPLISHED. WE WISH YOU SUCCESS IN ALL OF YOUR ENDEAVORS! LOVE MOM, DAD & JILISON
You can do itl Whatever you decide. Love, oni., Gary, Leigh, Angie, Harley, uaty and Lydia. Congratulations;
I 'm ~o proud of you. You alway~ have been and always: will be a ble~~ing and a Joy. Dream big and work hard. Baby Jaden will be your ble~~ing and change your future forever for the better.
Love alway~. Mom
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You've ma de us so proud. Reach for the stars! The future hold s great things for yo u. May all your dre ams come true.
Wi th all our lov e, Mom & Dad
Brittany
For the past 18 _ ~ars , we have watch you grow into t t amazing man y < 1 are today. As you art the next pha sf 1n life's joume ·
We wish you Joy, Peace and Happiness in all that you do.
Congratulations ... We are proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad
Jaclyn Stenka
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These past four years have been amazing! We have seen each other at our best and our worst. I can't imagine doing ANY of it without you! You have taught me so much, especially when we get 'lost in life!' You have been an incredible friend. No matter where life takes us, we will always have ~ach other!
Love Sara
I've learned so much from you over the last four years! We've had alot of really great times and we've learned alot about life from one another through hard times! Good luck in all that you do, I know you'll go far. Never forget to 'B' it out.
Love you twin!
Abba knee! Abbi Burris and Senior Ads
Sara King
Devin Aksamit
Abbi Burris
Justin Davison
Taylor Drummond
Tony Ehrlich
Matt Estes
AJ. Hartman
Alex Hlavaty
Amber Huber
Sal Lindquist
Logan Morgaridge
Nate O'Keefe
Cody Pfeiffer
Sarah Ress
Sarah Shockey
Youth Fello hip
St. Mark's United ethodist Church - 8550 Pioneers Blvd. - Lincoln, E 68520 - 489-8885
Schedule Worship
Saturday - 5:00pm
Sunday - 8:00, 9:00, 10:30 am
Refu I Sund y Church School Confirmation 9:00am
7th-12 h grade ...... 9:00, 10:30am
Je u And M (JAM)
Middle School (61h..8th ).... Sun., evenings
Sr. High (9 th-12 th) Sun., evenings
House of God Worship Service
(6 th-1 2th) 4 th Sun. 7:00pm
Christian Outr ch Progr m.... 1st Wed. 7:00pm
Youth rvant T m............... Mon., 6:30pm
Youth ·Cros Ro d Choir & B nd Wed. 6:30pm
Youth Bibi udy...................Wed., 7:30pm
Youth Le d rship T m 4th Sunday of the month
Sr. High Bibi Study ........... .... Tues., 7:00-7 :30am
St" Qu rt r-Fridays, September-October (football) and January-March (basketball) .......9:30pm-midnight
St. rk's.... Athl ·cs-Mon., Tues., Thurs.
Softba I, Fall Volleyball , Summ r and Winter Basketball, Sand Volleyball, Flag Football (depending on the season)
St. '1 Youth group' Goal :
* growing closer to God
* growing closer to others
* growing closer to our group
Work C mp 2009: Dall , TX., San Francisco, CA, Denver, CO., Lincoln, NE.
Phon numb
Church office ...... 489-8885 ; Youth hot line ..... 489-2532
Youth Minister Don S wart....... 489-2738
Good Luck, Rockets
In all th work you re doing, work th b t you c if you Lord, not for peopl ." 3
1 God loved th world omuch t t H g v Hi on and that whoev r llev In Him m ynot be lo t. bu h v Etem I hn 3:16
Team Photos
Abbott, M att 6
Acosta-B arce nas, Eduardo
Adam s, Br axto n 51, 153
Adam s, Jai 6
Adam s, Jason 6, 176, 198
Adams , N ath an ie l 51
Adams, Tiin a 65
Agena , Matt 5 1
Ahlberg, Bai ley 37, 133, 148, 153 .,..._
Ahl , Jason 5 1 ,••:z:::.z, I• K •• • Ains re , en ny 51
Aksamit, D evi n 6, 83, 144, 145, 203
AI-Asad y, Z ain ab 37
AI-Haj , M ayso u n 37, 178
AI-Haj, M oha ned 6
Al-Hussein , Benen 51
Al-Hussein , Mohammed
Alit, Anthon y 3 7
Ali, Tasnee m 23
Allen , Amb er 37
Allen , D avid 23
Allen, Kath erine 37 96, 156, •:,179, 182 :·
Allen , Me gan 6 ---:.~;:::;~: •...:·•~..::
Almanza , Kassy 3 7 ._, ...._
Alnwick , Sha i 23, 29, 174 ~•t
Alonso , O rlando 23 -:.: i' "'•• :' e ._ • Alvarad o, O l 1v 1a 6 :-~. :' Jt "'"'""
Holdsworth, Ashley 12 •:: Johnson , Aubrey 56 , H I M 1 _,:,• ..,...._, h C d ...,,_...~ o exa , arc 29, 33 ._"'~~: ~:.. Jo nson, an y 65 :!:•-
Holle , Seo 12 :., • Johnson , Cheyenne 29 , 33 • " :. :• llt • Ho 11 id ay, Sharon 67 ._• ;:,:.;~ Johnson , David 66 "': Hollis, Donnsha 56 :-:,:.:..:-:,:. John son ,. Emma 42, 113 , 12 .•
Holloway, Robin 29 ~-;.~ Johnson , Keith 42 :.>--lt,•lJ.!....~
Holloway, Sy lvia 29 -.;~~ Johnson , Krista 12
Holloway, William 56 • ._:,.... Johnson , Michael 6
Holmgren, Rollin 66 q/!, Johnson, Paul 30 Ho lscher, Brandon 56, 12 l. • Johnson , Shari 67
Holsclaw, Conner 12 Johnson, Taylor 56
Hoodjer, Derek 42 , 190 Johnson!. Thomas 30 , Hopwood, Brady 42 Johnson , Zeppelin 30
Hopwood, Jordan 1, 29, 87, 145 Jones Andy 56
Hosek, Renee 70 Jones , Arthur 24 , 30 , 1 Houdek, Chandler 29 ones, Cody 57 , 126 Houdek, Dennis 66 Jones, Corey 57 85
Wheeler, Max 20, 76, 134, 145, 150,151,152,165,206,223
Wheeler, Michael 35
Whitney, Ashley 20
Whitted, Colton 20
Whitton, Keri 20
Wiatt1 Gabe 35, 193
Widdowson, Edie 63, 131
Widdowson, Leah 22, 30, 35
Widdowson, Tess 23, 30, 35, 144,145,151,169
Widman, Jake 20, 89, 111
Wiggs, La'niece 63, 97
Wilcox, Jessica 63
Wilksen, Kris 63
Williams, Cassie 35, 147
Williams, Chante 49, 129
We are sorry for mis sp names and/o~ errors t h have occurred. It is an not our intentions to h happen. We hope y o , your yearbook.
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Col~o-phon
Advisers- Frank McEntarffer and lsau Metes
Editors- Amber Huber and Jeana Miller
Rocket staff- Tashina Beckner, Kyleah Sowder, Taylor Bradley, Stefanie Bridger, Abbi Burris, Sara Chapman, Tayler Ferguson, Sara King, Kristin Luft, Morgan McMahon, Kim Ostrander, Delicia Pickel, Jessica Purser, Julie Renaud, Andi Starks, Faye Veeke.
Colophon [kol-uh-fon] noun: a publisher's or printer's distinctive emblem, used as an identifying device on its books and other works.
The Rocket staff chose the theme "Define yourself" this year because, when you're in high school you start to realize what you are going to do for the rest of your life.
The staff used the AWPC fonts Abyss, Bria, Dale, Fairchild, Iron Maiden, Little Squirt, and Optin1a. For the body font, they used size 12, 1 caption fonts were size 10, and the headline font varied from sizes 36 to 72.
We would like to extend our thanks to Mike Diffenderfer and Michelle Brosemer our Walsworth Sales and Service Reps for their guidance and support as we created The Rocket 2009.
We would also like to thank Mr. Doug Weatherholt for his support an financial guidance.
A special thanks is given to Mr. Kurt Glaithar for taking a chance on a SPED teacher and 1st year English teacher to guide the students through this process.
