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Peep Show pg. 3 The Berlin Club pg. 4 All Star Seniors pg. 8 Rookie Writer

Guertler to retire after 48 years by

Superb wit, witticisms and common sense wisdom of Ms. Guertler

Sierra Klawitter

Berlin must soon say goodbye to teaching legend extraordinaire, Margaret Guertler. Out of the 48 years that Guertler has been teaching, she has been teaching English at Berlin High School for 47 of them. Many students attending school here now had parents who were taught by Guertler. Even some of our teachers had the opportunity to be students in her classroom.

“I have been teaching with Ms. Guertler for 22 years,” English teacher Amy Wenig said. “The one thing that has stayed constant between being her student and her colleague is the amount of respect I have for her. Initially, as a young student in her classroom, I found her somewhat intimidating, after all, she had the best door slam of any teacher in the business! She had such a commanding presence in the classroom. But as the semester wore on, her students always got to see a softer side to her, whether she was laughing at one of their ridiculous comments, or getting slightly emotional while reading a favorite poem.”

As expected, when teaching high schoolers, there are always some trying times.

“While there are some rough days, I enjoy working with teenagers,” Guertler said. “Being around high school students keeps me young and in the action.”

No matter what grade a student was in, Guertler’s teaching style has affected everyone.

“I have had Freshman English and Advanced Grammar junior year with her,” senior Gretel Laverenz said. “Ms. Guertler really knows what she’s talking about and always knows the answers to your questions.”

Before Guertler became a teacher at BHS, she taught at Stratford High School near Marshfield for only one year.

“I never really thought I would stay in Berlin for so long. After being here for so many years, it starts to feel like home and you make true friends,” Guertler said. “Plus, the big city was never the thing for me.”

When students sit in her classroom, they can expect to learn as much as possible in a 70 minute class period, while still allowing adequate work time.

“She always took her time with us,” senior Emily Fredrick said. “She made sure the whole class understood what was being taught. She will always be one of my favorite teachers.”

Besides teaching in the classroom, Guertler has always taken every opportu-

“There’s something suspicious about a backpack on a desk.”

“This isn’t beauty class, this is English.”

Photo: S. Klawitter English teacher Margaret Guertler helps sophomore Elizabeth Mendoza with an assignment for Composition and Literature. nity to learn as much as possible herself.

“Ms. Guertler has more passion for the profession of education than any other teacher I know,” Wenig said. “For years, she would teach all day and then drive a couple hours to attend union meetings at night. The teachers in our district can thank her for many of the current benefits we have.”

While Guertler will be greatly missed as both a teacher and a colleague, she is ready to move on to see the world and try new things.

“When I’m done, I plan to travel a lot,” Guertler said. “In September, I’m going to Quebec and Montreal in Canada, and then in October I’m visiting Boston again. My friend and I also talked about visiting Reykjavik, Iceland for New Years. I would love to visit London again and some of the other places in the states that I haven’t seen.”

“Life sucks, then you die.”

“I’m going to the bathroom. I’m leaving the room and I’m taking my purse with me.”

- told to the Class of ’83 “Putting more makeup on won’t help that.”

Bednarek retires, students, faculty crushed by

Natalie Speers

In just a few days, BHS is going to lose one of its most loved and committed educators, coach, special educator and physical education instructor, Al Bednarek.

Prior to his 27 years at BHS, Bednarek taught special education at Ripon High School and worked for CESA 6 from 1983 to 1986.

In 1987, Bednarek transferred to BHS to continue teaching special education for 15 years, then switched to the physical education department for the remainder of his teaching career.

“I like working with kids,” Bednarek said. “I have a sense of humor that has helped diffuse and lighten difficult situations.”

Bednarek made many friends over the course of the 27 years he taught at BHS, one of them being Michelle

Photo: N. Speers Physical Education teacher Al Bednarek demonstrates to freshman Kyle Krebs how to correctly hold a hockey stick in his first-hour Physical Education 9 class.

Walker, a volleyball coach and fellow physical education teacher.

“I have been working with Mr. Bednarek for a very long time,” Walker said. “He has a great sense of humor and can really brighten up the day. It crushes me to see him leave.”

Bednarek will be greatly missed by not only the staff, but his students as well. Josh Nitzke, a four-year student in Bednarek’s physical education classes, has fond memories of Bednarek.

“I’ve known Mr. Bednarek for four years,” Nitzke said. “He has been a great teacher and friend and has taught me not to take a game too seriously.”

Bednarek has also made his mark in coaching sports teams, both in football and track. He believes patience is key to connecting with kids and helping them reach their goals.

“Helping an athlete improve from day to day and from the beginning of the season to the end is really rewarding,” Bednarek said. “Watching them achieve something they thought they couldn’t do is very rewarding.”

Sophomore Julie Fleegal remembers the time Bednarek invested in improving her shotput skills in track.

“He has helped me a lot with my techniques,” Fleegal said. “He has become a friend and I will really miss him as a coach.”

From here, Bednarek has plans to spend quality time with his family and continue his painting business with his son and daughter.

“My wife and I also have a trip to Hawaii on our bucket list,” Bednarek said. “We plan on visiting relatives.”

It is a bittersweet ending to his teaching career for Bednarek, not only because of the priceless relationships he has built with faculty and students over the years, but the countless memories of his own.

“I have had my ups and downs in my 27 years here at BHS, but I wouldn’t trade them for anything,” Bednarek said. “I will miss all of the people and the teaching.”

Newsbriefs Changes made to CIA scheduling With the first year of CIA scheduling coming to an end, changes have already been made to improve the scheduling system for the rest of the year. “Students receive an email with scheduling choices and then go to their CIA advisors on Monday to finalize their choices,” Fritz said.

National Honor Society makes students think twice Students attended the NHS Texting and Driving presentation on April 28 where they were educated on the dangers of distracted driving. “I think the presentation made people think about how distracted driving affects them and the people around them,” junior Bryce Dretske said.

Scholarship night hands out large totals With totals over $110,000, 63 scholarships were handed out from local businesses and the Berlin Community Scholarship Corporation. Scholarship night for the seniors took place on May 21.

Opinion

Editorial

Spring sports receive little recognition Playing in sports takes dedication, motivation and patience, especially when one’s sport does not get the recognition it deserves.

Most practices for spring sports last anywhere between an hour and a half to two hours each night and sometimes in the morning, too.

So much time and effort is put forth in all aspects of the sport and it is truly frustrating when, in order to be recognized for playing, a team or player must qualify for state.

This fall, girls cross country and boys swimming qualified for state, resulting in a pep rally for all fall sports. Then again, the pep rally was also hosted during homecoming week, which we have every year. Nonetheless, at least the sports got their moment in the spotlight.

In the winter, wrestling, cheer and stunt and girls swimming all qualified for state. This pep rally was held during Winterfest week.

Once again, it was originally held for another reason, but every winter sport received kudos for a job well done.

Meanwhile, in spring, no as-

sembly is hosted unless a sports team qualifies for state and when they do, only the qualifying team gets recognition, not all teams.

This is most frustrating, especially because of all the blood, sweat and tears players put into each game, practice and tournament.

Would it be so hard to put aside half an hour one day during the spring to congratulate the teams that dedicate their lives to their sport each spring season?

Participating in a sport during the last few months of school has its own hardships in the first place.

With the unpredictable weather, teams are lucky to have any outdoor practices before their first meet or game.

When we add that up with the lack of audience attendance, it is extremely hard to keep up team morale when they feel like no one is giving them the attention that they deserve.

So maybe for next year, it would be a good idea for the spring sports teams to come together and organize a pep rally for those who deserve some applause every once in a while, too.

INDIANNATION Don’t hit me! It’s not my fault we don’t have a pep assembly.

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Calm down it’s just

l o o h c s high

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Lauren Schmidt

As I walk through the halls on my final day here at BHS, I remember the words told to me by so many people, “enjoy high school, it goes by so fast,” and “these four years will be the best years of your life!”

It is true that high school flies by; it feels like just yesterday I took my first steps into the high school, not knowing where I would sit at lunch or where any of my classes were.

But that last part about high school being the best years of one’s life is crap, and to be honest, a little pathetic.

Students have to realize the reason people say these years are the best of one’s life is because when one is in high school, most do not have any responsibilities except to pass their classes.

Most high schoolers do not have to pay bills, worry about

putting food on the table, or providing for anyone, like one will have to do soon after graduation.

High school is only four years of one’s life, and what significant things can really be done when one is under 18 years old?

Become Homecoming King or Queen? Whoop-de-do. Those things will not matter a week after it happens, much less four years later when one is attending college or working at a first real job.

However, do not take that as an excuse to just check out during these four years. High school is the time to have fun and spend time doing things we love with friends we care about, without demanding responsibilities.

High school is great, do not get me wrong. I am grateful for all of the friendships and experiences that high school has given me, but I know that there are much greater things ahead for me.

So calm down, because it is just high school.

Photo: P. DeMaster

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Whats up with...Unfortunate Summer trends by

Payton DeMaster

Summer is finally here and so are the unflattering summer trends. Crop tops and high-waisted shorts are back from the 90’s and looking just as bad today as they were back then.

Crop tops can either make or break a girl’s image.

A girl must have a very fit body to be able to pull off a short belly shirt. That being said, it seems ironic that more unfit people try to pull off the crop tops.

It is true that anyone can wear whatever they want, and should feel confident in their own body, yet how is revealing more skin than needed helping build the image of respect for a girl? Some girls get angry when called inappropriate names and yes it is rude, yet by wearing these kinds of clothes, they seem to set themselves up for it.

Another unfortunate trend is high-waisted

shorts. There is a level between shorts going over one’s buttocks and then shorts going over one’s belly button.

High-waisted shorts are hard to pull off...for anyone. No matter the size and weight of a girl, high waisted shorts make girls look chubbier than they actually are and emphasize the little fat a girl has.

Last but not least, everyone knows of the most famous summer outfit: the bikini. I am not against a regular bikini, if it covers at least 2/3 of a girl’s butt.

Every year, it seems as if bikini bottoms get smaller and smaller, while the tops are filled with more padding. We wear swimsuits to cover ourselves, yet only 1/200 of our bodies are covered.

Summer is awesome! It is the time for blazing, hot sun and being a beach bum, but just remember when going out, dress appropriately. Everyone is beautiful in their own way and high-waisted shorts and crop tops will not make anyone prettier.

Letter to the

Editor

Dear Editor, I’m very annoyed with the constant screeching and screaming in the hallways. You will see your friend in a few minutes, there is no need to yell across the hallway to tell them something that no one cares anything about.

Sincerely, A respectful senior Photo: T. Greening

Feature Student of the Teacher rebuilds after fire Month 3

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Hannah Trochinski

What if one day, someone woke up and they did not have a house? Everything they owned, every memory they had there just went up in smoke because of something as tiny as an electrical outlet in the attic.

Business-education teacher Therese Tuinstra-Blunck ran out of her house with only the clothes she was wearing (a pair of jeans, a sweater and a pair of house slippers) when it caught fire.

“I lost everything,” Tuinstra-Blunck said. “Very few things were left. I had some pictures in a rubbermaid tub that I managed to get, but other than that there was nothing.”

Even without her home, TuinstraBlunck has still been staying on her property.

“I’m living in a camper trailer,” TuinstraBlunck said. “It’s small, tiny and cramped.

It has a 2 by 2 shower, but it’s better than living in the hotel. I wasn’t comfortable in the hotel at all.”

As anyone can expect, life after such a tragedy can take some getting used to.

There are insurance companies to deal with, construction plans to finalize, temporary housing to find, and in cases like this where nothing was left, new belongings and supplies to purchase.

“It has been very overwhelming,” Tuinstra-Blunck said. “It almost makes you feel dysfunctional, like your whole world has been turned upside down. It’s also very emotional.”

Reconstruction started on May 15, which was on time, due to the rain stay-

ing at bay.

As long as the weather holds TuinstraBlunck hopes to make a lot of progress in May. Although rebuilding did in fact start before the end of the school year, TuinstraBlunck is not expecting the house to be finished until September.

“I’ll be rebuilding on my property,” Tuinstra-Blunck said.

As one can imagine, when tragedy strikes people rally to help their fellow co-worker and teacher.

BHS students and staff alike have come together to raise funds for TuinstraBlunck to purchase necessities.

“The Human Spirit class and the Drama Club did a fundraiser for me,” TuinstraPhoto Submitted Blunck said.

The Key Club also sponsored a fund- Above is the damage caused by the fire to Business-edraiser. On Friday, May 9, they ended up ucation teacher Therese Tuinstra-Blunck’s living room. selling over 100 ice cream sundaes during Below is the start of construction. the lunch hour.

“A couple of the students came up with the idea,” Key Club Advisor Sarah Markel said. “The Key Clubbers donated toppings then the Key Club bought what else was needed.”

Along with student run fundraisers, the staff also gathered donations.

“The staff took up a collection immediately and gave it to me on the second day,” Tuinstra-Blunck said.

During the entire ordeal, students and staff have supported Tuinstra-Blunck as much as they can.

“The students and staff have been my greatest supporters,” Tuinstra-Blunck said. “Every day they talk to me and see how I’m doing, and they’ve raised funds.

Photo Submitted I’m really grateful.”

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Ashley Hebbe What have you enjoyed most about high school?

“Becoming closer with friends and doing crazy things while growing up.”

What subjects are you most interested in?

“Biology.”

What college do you want to attend, and what will be your major?

“University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and I will major in Biology.”

Tip for high school students: “School comes first, but have FUN!!”

Teachers put together first Peep Show by

“I saw the idea of the Peep Show in the Washington Post,” Femali said.

“It looked like fun, so I thought our school should do it.”

The 15 classes that participated got at least three packages of Peeps. Some even requested more.

Once the classes were done creating their displays, they set them up in the commons for the teachers to judge whose was the best. The team

Payton DeMaster

This year, English teacher Angela Femali and guidance counselor Ann Ragus held the first Peep Show contest in April, sponsored by the student council. First hour classes competed against each other by making a creative display that involved marshmallow Peeps.

with the best Peep display received doughnuts.

The winner of the overall competition was Lori Rademann’s Illustration and Design class, followed

by Bob Prellwitz’s Modern World History class and Therese TuinstraBlunk’s Business and Accounting class took third.

“It was really cool putting together our Peep display,” art student Hunter History teacher Andrew Kasuboski carefully looks at the Peep displays to choose which ones to vote for.

Illustration and Design led by art teacher Lori Rademann won first place in the Peep Show.

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Gellings said. “We actually got to paint a professional artist’s picture and then we just made a miniature version of it.”

Femali and Ragus are thinking about holding another Peep contest in a few years.

“I thought the idea was great but I don’t want it to get burned out for the students too early,” Ragus said. “We will possibly hold one every other year or every four years.”

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The front office put together their own Peep display that had a pool party theme.

It not only involved Peeps, but also Barbies.

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MitchellKrause What have you enjoyed most about high school?

“Hanging out with friends, being involved with sports and extracurricular activities.”

What subjects are you most interested in?

“English and science.”

What college do you want to attend, and what will be your major?

“UW-Oshkosh and I will major in Business and Communication.”

Tip for high school students: “Have fun, but do your work.”

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“I am misunderstood, underestimated, a comical dude who dreams big and fights for what I love,” Evan Schroeder said.

“I am that quiet chick that can be the person to tell you how I feel,” Elizabeth Main said.

“I am an athletic and nice person,” Ryan Viertel said.

Seniors leave their mark by

Lauren Schmidt

Most high school senior classes want to be remembered for something after they graduate, either their athleticism, brains or their overall easy going attitude. Students just want to leave their mark on the school, something like a legacy.

“Our class isn’t known for our athleticism or smarts,” senior George Jensen said. “So we thought ‘let’s be the class that is remembered for their pranks’.”

Starting the school year off with various senior pranks such as the obvious homecoming toilet papering, wrapping caution tape around the jock lot so no one else could park there and yarning the cafeteria while writing on windows with window paint, the seniors also picked up various items off the side of the road and placed them throughout the school grounds.

The seniors seemed to have accomplished their goal of becoming pranksters.

“We tried to have organized, harmless pranks,” senior Taylor Rucks said. “We never wanted to get in trouble for them.”

While there have been stories on the news of seniors being arrested for their senior pranks, the seniors of BHS tried to keep their pranks innocent and not cause any damage.

“I don’t think we ever took any of the pranks too far,” Jensen said.

“We didn’t do any permanent damage to the school. It was all just for fun.”

In fact, most of the pranks were cleaned up before students even came to school the next day.

“It was kind of sad coming to school the next day and seeing all the stuff cleaned up,” senior Vanessa Bogutske said.

Even though it is known that not everyone in a class will get along, planning out the senior pranks seemed to bring everyone together.

“I think planning the senior pranks got everyone in our class involved,” Bogutske said. “We all got to put in our input and no one was left out.”

Through their harmless pranks, the senior class hopes they have left their mark on BHS. “I hope when people think back about our class, they remember us for our ability to laugh at ourselves and have fun,” Jensen said.

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“I am the friend that was always there to listen to people,” Nicole Klassa said.

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UW-Eau Claire Audrey Doro Bailey Miller Lauren Schmidt UW-Fond du Lac Vanessa Bogutske Monica Madell UW-Fox Valley Jake Stumpner Tom Tumbarello UW-Green Bay Collin Rodgers UW-La Crosse Payton DeMaster Amber Meyer Celia Mueller Brianna Williams Bianka Wilkins UW-Madison Andrew Clark Lucas DeRuyter Alec Huggins Grace Kropp UW-Oshkosh Madeline Bologna Heather Brey Emily Fredrick Jessica Hale Nicole Klassa Stephanie Klika Mitchell Krause Taylor Rucks Andrew Stertz Alex Vang UW-Stevens Point Jake Ahlf Lexi Carlson

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... Forget About Us Doro’s commitment pays off

by

Danielle Fralish

Many seniors at BHS have worked very hard since freshman year to get to where they are whether it was sports, academics, clubs or musical. Senior Audrey Doro is among one of those driven students.

“Audrey started out freshman year as a napkin in the musical ‘Beauty and the Beast’,” Musical Director Lisa Utecht said. “I saw she had potential, there was just something missing.”

As a cast member in the musical, performers need to give it their all and be 100% dedicated.

“Freshman year I did not try much because I did not like music and I was stubborn,” Doro said.

Coming into the musical freshman year can be difficult because the upperclassman have more experience and confidence.

“It took Audrey a little bit to get going but by junior year she had a substantial role and she just lit up the stage,” Utecht said.

Not only did Utecht love working with Doro, but the cast did as well.

Ryan Eastman George Jensen Krista Nelsen Mirissa Nikolai UW-Whitewater Linda Vang Lori Vang

Private Wisconsin Colleges:

Marquette University Alex Grams MSOE Andrew Hahn Robert Reeves

Technical Colleges:

Fox Valley Tech Adam Adame Corey Bertzyk Anthony Ferguson Michelle Fuentes Cody Johnston MacKenzie Lambert Lee Laudolf Jasmine Leyva Brandon Malson Kayden McGregor Gaelin McKenzie Jessica Medrano Cody Murkely Josh Nitzke Alvaro Rojas Ethan Schenkenberger Logan Schenkenberger Ryan Viertel Kristen Wilson Matthew Wilson

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Senior Audrey Doro played her final leading role as Marian in the “The Music Man” to conclude her high school musical career.

“She was so hard working and she really knew how to have fun,” junior Garrett Steinbrink said.

Doro had one of the leads in “The Music Man” her senior year, along-side Steinbrink.

“We spent so much time together and I got to know her really well,” Steinbrink said. “It did not take long for us to mesh.”

Having a high maturity level also helped Doro succeed in her musical career.

“Audrey and Garrett worked very well together even when they had to kiss,” Utech said. “I also never had to worry about Audrey not showing up for practice or not giving it her all.”

Doro already misses her musical days, but will not be continuing them in her future.

“Unfortunately they don’t really offer many musicals in college,” Doro said. “But I will definitely be involved in freshman choir.”

Music has taught Doro some things that she will carry with her the rest of her life.

“The most important thing I have learned through music is improvement,” Doro said. “The cliche statement is ‘practice makes perfect’ and this has been clearly shown to me.”

Participating in the musical for all four years of high school, Doro would not have wanted anyone other than Mrs. Utecht along side her.

“Music has grown on me thanks to Mrs. Utecht; I wouldn’t be where I am today without her,” Doro said.

Dustin Wiltgen MATC James Greer Moraine Park Ashley Berg Jacob Brasch Jacob Burroughs Jasmine Dickerson Patrick Drover Danielle Fralish Hunter Gellings Christian Gillhouse Adrianna Harding Brooke Hess Nakisha Hopp Ellen Lehr Brittany Maynard Meronicca Reilly Valerie Sanchez Lexi Shanklin Jacob Smith Hannah Voeltner Mid-State Tech Shania Novak

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Air Force Academy Adam Collins GUTI Ashley Hoppa Ohio Tech Nathan Krouse Marine Mechanics Institution Andrew Mendleski Northwestern University Kinsey Harmon State College of Florida Ashley Guden

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Seniors of the Red ‘n’ Green...

Farewell Payton DeMaster “I will miss eating the quality junk food and writing wonderful words with staff members and Miss Kuehmichel.”

Lauren Schmidt “I have enjoyed being part of the Red ‘n’ Green because it gives you a chance to go out and meet new people and you’re able to express yourself through your writing. I also love the bond that the entire staff has.”

Danielle Fralish “Building relationships with the staff and doing things such as competitions and field trips have been my favorite parts of the Red ‘n’ Green.”

Alex Grams “Being able to spend time with the great staff and writing aboout topics I care about was what I enjoyed the most about the Red ‘n’ Green.”

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Piano Tiles: This app is all about speed.

Primarily based on reflex, this arcade game lets users waste hours trying to tap as many tiles as possible.

Kristina’s serves up taste of home cooking 2048: A puzzle/brain game that has one simple goal, add the same numbers together to reach 2048.

Warning: Very Addictive App.

Microsoft Word: Now available for Apple and other devices, it lets someone transfer and work on documents on the go. Power Point and Excel were also released.

Single Review: Lazaretto by

Alex Grams

Jack White, born July 9, 1975 with the birth name of John Anthony Gillis, was quick to establish himself a place in the music world. Founder of The White Stripes, The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather, he is best known for the song “Seven Nation Army.”

In 2012, White began his solo career with the release of “Blunderbuss.” Critically acclaimed, the album was nominated for several Grammy’s.

Along with White’s musical abilities, he is also known for his charitable donations and efforts to preserve vinyl records and music of the past.

The follow up album to “Blunderbus,” titled “Lazaretto,” is set to be released June 10. The first single of the album, also titled “Lazaretto,” already positioned itself in the iTunes top 100 since its release. The single is an alternative rock song with funk, electronic and folk influences, beginning with a punchy funk intro and ending with a fiddle solo.

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In addition the single was the world’s fastest studio to store record, available to consumers only three hours and fifty five minutes after being recorded directly to acetate.

The 45s were available exclusively at Third Man Records in Nashville, TN on Record Store Day. Due to White’s innovative nature, expect a wide variety of styles and sounds on the album much like the first single.

Songs on my playlist:

- Freedom at 21 - Lazaretto - Love Interuption - Sixteen Saltines - Love Is Blindness - Missing Pieces

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Natalie Speers

At first glance, Kristina’s Cafe appears to be an average hole-in-thewall diner that is unusually busy for a small town such as Ripon, WI. Once inside, I was seated right away near the only window in the one-room restaurant. The first thing I noticed was the cramped seating. Whether in a booth or table, customers are elbow to elbow and have complete, ungranted access to one another’s private conversations.

The menu appeared to be typical for a cafe as small as Kristina’s, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and kid’s options. As for prices, they appeared to be rather high for a small diner.

However, with the first bite of their chocolate chip pancake, I understood the reason for the prices.

It was not like an IHOP pancake, or even a gourmet pancake; it was a home-made pancake. Continuing on to my sunny-side-up fried

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The sign outside of Kristina’s cafe displays business hours and a restaurant phone number. egg and glass of frosty chocolate milk, I felt as though I had been transported to my grandma’s kitchen.

Although the portions were a bit tiny, the quality of Kristina’s food exceeded my expectations. Walking into a box of a cafe with interior decorating outdated by at least 20 years, the last thing I expected was to experience the actual definition of home cooking away from home.

As an added bonus, the waitresses were extremely friendly and

quick to make sure I never ran out of water, napkins or pancake syrup.

Despite slightly uncomfortable seating and unpleasant decorating, Kristina’s is a well-run, quality, home-cooking cafe that I would recommend to anyone who wants legitimate food that will not leave them wondering if the price was worth it.

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014 Roving Reporter: Which senior are you going to miss most and why?

“Heather Brey,” freshman Elliot Chier said. “She knows a lot about the school and if I have questions I can just go ask her.”

“MacKenzie Lambert because she’s my fishing buddy,” junior Jennifer Nelsen said.

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“Celia Mueller,” sophomore Aerin Putzke said. “During basketball season she made me feel accepted and I feel like she makes the school whole.”

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‘The Book Thief’ captures readers’ hearts, minds everywhere by

“Kayla Broderick,” junior Kayla Klapper said. “I’ll miss her energy, the way we can laugh around each other and her randomness.”

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Sierra Klawitter

Told through the eyes of Death, “The Book Thief,” by Markus Zusak is a historical novel full of new beginnings, hope and heartache.

Liesel Meminger is a ten-year-old girl living in Nazi powered Germany during World War II. Given up for adoption by her mother, Liesel must learn how to start over in a new place with new faces and challenges.

The beginning of the book easily captures one’s attention right away.

With a chapter titled “Death and Chocolate,” it is hard not to be intrigued.

In this chapter, the character Death introduces himself and begins to weave his story of how he came to meet Liesel, the book thief, many times throughout her life.

When Liesel is first introduced, she and her mother and brother are on a train in Germany to meet their new foster parents.

When the trio is almost to their destination, Liesel’s little brother passes away due to an illness.

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Heartbroken and numb, Liesel and her mother attend his funeral as the only members.

This is when Liesel steals her first book.

Titled “The Grave Digger’s Handbook,” the book opens Liesel’s eyes to a whole new world of words and far away stories.

Stealing books becomes an outlet for Liesel’s pain and grief and she steals more throughout the story.

The best thing about this book is how strongly the emotions come through on the pages.

As Liesel learns how to read and begins to take in the meanings of words, simple words, such as zebra or jellyfish, I felt as if I was learning new things along with her.

It does not take long for Liesel to settle in to her new life on Himmel Street. She finds a friend in her neighborhood, Rudy Steiner.

The two children do everything together, especially when it comes to getting into trouble.

The next time Liesel steals a book is when the two are together at the mayor’s house.

Stealing books becomes a release

for Liesel’s emotions.

Throughout the novel, Liesel goes through many hardships that no person, let alone a child, should go through.

Death’s perspective on life is that there must be a reason for living.

In some ways, he seems almost human.

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You said it, We write it While playing Lotoria Oral in Spanish, teacher Missy Daubner asked, “What did you do on vacation?”

Junior Joe Bartman responded in Spanish and with a confused look on her face, Daubner said, “Joe, I don’t think you meant to say that. That means you did an old lady!”

During the teacher appreciation scavenger hunt third hour, special education teacher Nicole LeDioyt ran into Spanish teacher Jody Ziemann’s room out of breath saying, “I am the returning champion. It is your job to make sure I win. I am very serious about this stuff. I didn’t win this time and I am a rage of fury inside right now!”

While doing homework for Medical Terminology, junior Bryce Dretske asked junior Bailee Thill if she knew any of the answers.

“Don’t ask me for help.

I’m so bad at math,” Thill said.

In Assistant Child Care Teacher, teacher Michelle Bell was talking about a crossword puzzle and said, “I suppose if I don’t grade this I’m going to get stoned.”

As the class laughed she went on to say, “I didn’t mean it like that! I meant it in like biblical terms!”

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Coaches seek excellence from young players by

Lindsey Vang

With numerous injuries, there have been young players quick to cover for those positions.

“I am satisfied with all of the underclassmen’s effort,” Head Coach Jairo Granados said. “With the number of injuries so far, people have been ready to step up. With several positions taken, girls from those positions have been team players and that is the identity of the team.”

Sophomore Marlee McAllister, a returning varstity player, has a major role on the team.

“I am expected to lead the offense and feed the forwards,” McAllister said.

Team chemistry has been a key aspect on the field.

“We have to communicate and trust each other,” McAllister said.

There are many goals that cap-

tains, players and coaches have with regionals coming up.

“We want a winning record,” Granados said. “I want each player to improve on their personal skill, to improve collectively and to enjoy playing. I also know that the girls want to make it further in regionals than last year.”

Players see the impact captains Celia Mueller and Payton DeMaster make.

“They are the most encouraging captains and have good advice when you need it,” McAllister said.

Granados acknowledges both captains as models on and off the field.

“Celia and Payton are our unchallenged, undisputable leaders of the team,” Granados said. “They model authority, respect, effort, motivation and lead in academics. The team respects them as a whole.”

Photo: EDGE photography Center mid-fielder Marlee McAllister carries the ball down to open up the field and offense during the home game against Omro.

All Star Seniors Trevor Dawson

Celia Mueller

Bailey Miller

Alec Huggins

Sport: Football Special Honors: Second team all conference defense, Captain

Sport: Dance Special Honor: Captain

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Sport: Swimming Special Honors: State qualifier, Captain

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Sport: Soccer Special Honor: Third team all conference

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Sport: Golf Special Honors: First team all conference 2013, State qualifier

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Sport: Cheer and Stunt Special Honors: State qualifier, Captain

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Frosh kills it in centerfield by

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As soon as the bat connects to the ball, everyone can tell that it is going to drop in the gap, and Waupaca is going to score.

Fans then see freshman Olivia Resop running full speed from centerfield, probably thinking that it was futile and she would never make it in time to get the out.

With a skill set and grace that it takes most people years to perfect, Resop plucks the fly ball from the air without breaking her stride or losing her footing, getting the out and preventing runs batted in.

Even people on the team, like captain Faith Klawitter, were shocked when they found out that this was only Resop’s second year.

“When she told me, I was like, ‘Really?’

Not many people can come up and play like that,” Klawitter said.

Resop has a 0.264 batting average and only two errors in 22 games as of May 21.

Despite these stats, Resop still becomes unsure of herself.

“I still get nervous before each game,” Resop said.

Resop is the second batter in the line up, which means she is quick and likely to get on base (her OBP is 0.291), making her a valuable player.

“She’s very coachable,” Head Coach Dave Polakowski said. “She listens to what Coach Mills and I tell her and she fixes it right away.”

Going from the Berlin Sliders, the youth team for softball, to a varsity level has its own challenges as well, but Resop has handled them extremely well. Her batting average is the second highest on the team behind only one of the two varsity captains.

Harmon signs with Big Ten school by

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Payton DeMaster

Since freshman year, cross country and track runner Kinsey Harmon has made countless headlines, won multiple medals, broken school records and attended state meets for both sports every year.

After graduation, Harmon’s plans are to attend Northwestern University and run for their cross country team.

“Northwestern was the best fit for me, not only the school and environment, but also the cross team and coach,” Harmon said. “I am excited to be a part of a Division I, Big Ten program.”

Harmon, who is used to being the top runner at many races will now be constantly competing with people of the same level, as well as have to run either a 5k or 6k, whereas

Senior Kinsey Harmon signs her letter of intent with Northwestern. Her family, sister Malerie Harmon and parents Shannon and Craig Harmon support her. in her previous races she ran a 4k.

“I just want to do my best and improve a lot, but more than that, make an impact on my team,” Harmon said.

Harmon’s goal for impacting her future team could be easily achieved with the way she lead her high school teammates.

“Kinsey has impacted this team very positively,” Head Coach Matt Willett said. “She

has outstanding leadership qualities and is a great motivator for coaches and teammates.”

Harmon is excited for Northwestern, but will miss her high school teams and experiences.

“I was super excited when I got third at state this year -- it was a bittersweet moment,” Harmon said. “I was happy that I was able to podium, but sad because it was my last race.”

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Key Club sponsors fundrasier

“We have always gotten a good amount of donations for this foundation. We have done different activities to help raise money. We had a booth at Pumpkins on Petunias, and this penny war,” Eliminate Chair Baylee Radke said. “I’m happy with the work we have done.”

The Key Club has placed buckets for donations at different local businesses. People can donate at Subway, Berlin Family Restaurant, J&Ts/Sentry foods and the high school library. This is the last big push to raise as much as they can. The next question is what fundrasier will be chosen next.

“We are not 100 percent sure what foundation we are going to help next,” Lieutenant governor Arietta Zenku said.

“But, I’m sure it will be a deserving one.”

Facts of the Eliminate Project -One baby passes away every nine minutes due to neonatal tetanus Photo: A. Golonka Sophomore Alyssa Ponto gives a handful of pennies for the Key Club’s penny war in math teacher Eric Marquardt’s first hour class. “I figured donating a bit of money wouldn’t hurt,” Ponto said.

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Alexandra Golonka

The Key Club has been sponsoring different fundraisers throughout the years at BHS, and they are currently hosting one for the Eliminate Project. The Eliminate Project raises funds to buy vaccinations for women in developing countries. The vaccines help prevent diseases such as tetanus caused by exotoxins, which are often fatal, if not treated.

“The Key Club members have been raising money for this program for five years now; this is their final year sponsoring this fundrasier,” Key Club Advisor Sarah Gumtow said. “However, they will be picking another fundrasier to raise money for.”

The Key Club hopes the penny war helps raise money faster by making it a competition to win in first hour classes. The winning class gets doughnuts as a prize, so people are fueled up to put change in the bags and donate.

Professional artist visits BHS by

Mikayla Dickerson

Susan Anderson, a professional artist from Grand River Pottery, visited art classes to talk about her career.

“I was a 15-year-old girl in high school when I learned that I loved art,” Anderson said. “Now that I am a professional, all I think to do or want to do is improve my techniques.”

Anderson uses clay more than anything. She likes making cups, bowls, pots, plates and vases.

“When I made my first pot, I loved it. After that, I got books on pottery and I became really inspired,” Anderson said.

Anderson did not think that she would be a professional. She never even thought she would do anything relating to art.

“I’ve been doing art for about 40 years,” Anderson said. “Within my 40 years, my ‘Monster’ is my favorite piece because it pushed the limits of my technical abilities and it is also the biggest piece of art that could fit in my kiln.”

Anderson’s goal in visiting the art classes is to inspire people, just like she was inspired as a young

girl.

“I have only gone to schools like this a few times, but I like showing people what I do,” Anderson said.

She was happy to come to the high school, and she explained the fun she had and the students who actually got a chance to meet her agreed. BHS students got to see her art pieces and get a chance to ask her questions about what she does and how she does it, too.

“It was pretty cool that she got to come talk about what she does,” junior Brandon Maynard said. “My favorite thing to do, relating to art, is ceramics so that’s cool.”

Maynard has been in art classes since his freshman year.

“It would be nice to have her back for the people who want to become professional artists,” Maynard said.

Even students that were not in the art classes were hoping to meet her.

“I love art, so I would love to see what she has done,” junior Brittany Tiffani said. “I would like to see all of her work and just hear what she has to say.”

-Just $1.80 protects one woman and her future baby -This is the last year of helping donate for the Eliminate Project before Key Club starts supporting a new project -To completely eliminate MNT more than 100 million mothers and their future babies must be immunized

Valedictorian, salutatorian prepare graduation speeches by

Julia Silloway

With many accomplishments throughout the past four years valedictorian Lucas DeRuyter and salutatorian Brianna Williams prepare to write speeches they will deliver on graduation day.

DeRuyter will talk about the future and what it holds or what he sees in it.

“It holds a number of untold possibilities,” DeRuyter said.

Williams has to write about

the past. With this topic she will talk about the past years and what they have become or meant to her.

Reflecting on the past four years has made Williams think about the aspects of being a good student.

“I just managed my time well,” Williams said. “If I had sports and got home late with homework to be done, that’s when it was hard.”

Williams participated in volleyball and cross country each for two years and basketball her freshman year.

“I think my greatest achievement would be being involved and still getting good grades,” Williams said.

DeRuyter has participated in forensics and basketball all four years while going to nationals for forensics each year as well.

“Going to nationals for forensics four years in a row is my greatest achievement,” DeRuyter said.

DeRuyter and Williams will deliver their speeches on June 1.

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May 28, 2014

Editorial Construction beneficial

Created by Mikayla Dickerson

A common belief is that the construction, beginning soon, is something that is needed, though not wanted by many.

Many people have been complaining about the construction that is taking place this summer.

Yes, there will be things to be aware of including parking, but overall the construction is a good thing.

The current middle school’s conditions are getting worse by day. The building itself is old and falling apart, so why would anyone want to go to school there?

The construction is much needed for the middle schools staff and faculty.

We believe that the construction will benefit many, but it will also change a few things within the high school.

Just having the middle school attached to the high school is a big difference. It makes the school bigger and there will not be a big separation between the middle school and high school students both being in the same building.

There are also benefits to the middle school being connected

Bring it back: 90’sTV shows by

Sabrina Meisel

What happened to those good old shows in the 1990’s? Now there are only animated shows and series with weird plot lines.

I mean really, what is up with a talking dog who can write blogs?

One cannot deny that they miss “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,” “Sister Sister,” “Roseanne,” and many more.

Everyone thinks that their era was the best, but the 90’s were truly an amazing era.

Pretty much everything from back then was great, from the

style of music, how people treated one another, to the movies and TV shows.

I am not saying the shows today need to do spin offs of the original shows or copy them, but they should at least take some ideas into consideration and try to create some good quality shows.

Many 90’s shows were based on family structure. For example, shows like “Full House,” “The Cosby Show” and “Family Matters,” had close knit family on them.

Overall, shows need to go back to having meaning, family structure, and well thought out plots.

to the high school.

With the middle school connected it will help the incoming freshmen feel more comfortable in the high school. If the middle schoolers are already in the same building as the high schoolers, then why should they be afraid to enter high school?

Another benefit to this construction is that all the schools are in the same block. With this, parents will not have to drive all over to drop off their children because the schools are all right next to each other. When the middle schoolers come to the high school to watch plays or for a presentation, they will not have to get on a bus because they are in the same building already.

There are many things that go into the decision to connect the middle school to the high school.

Some teachers will have to give up their rooms for the construction, but when the task is finished it will be worth it. From the blueprints to the building itself, there will be much effort to this construction. As for now, we all need to be patient with the work that will begin this summer.

Rookie Writer Staff Reporters: Emily Beltran Mikayla Dickerson Alexandra Golonka Malerie Harmon Emilia Kuble-Barnier Sabrina Meisel Lucas Robinson Julia Silloway Alyssa Thiel Kiersten Williams Alex Zappata

Advisor: Photo: A. Golonka

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We may not live in the 90’s anymore, but we should still never forget them, especially great shows like “Sister, Sister.”

What happens when...Racist comments backfire by

Photo: D. Rhode Sophomore Lucas Robinson wears an inside-out jersey, as the Los Angeles Clippers did in protest during their fourth playoff game.

Lucas Robinson

Recently Donald Sterling, who owns the NBA team L.A. Clippers, was recorded making extremely racist comments to his girlfriend about African Americans and their position at his games. Celebrities such as Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson have spoken out against his comments.

People, like Sterling, have absolutely no place in the NBA, or any major sports organization for that matter. It is absolutely gut-wrenching to see people like him with money and power.

Sterling was arguing with his girlfriend because she took an Instagram photo with Magic Johnson.

Sterling’s girlfriend set up an audio device and recorded an arguement between them, Sterling being

angry at her for taking the photo, and her defending herself for taking a photo with an African-American. Sterling had already been in trouble for alleged racist comments in the past, so this is just the icing on the cake.

In a league dominated by African-Americans, these kinds of comments are unacceptable. In a silent protest before the Clippers’ playoff game, players threw their practice jerseys on the ground and turned their regular jerseys inside out so that the Clippers logo would not show, and good for them for doing so.

What Sterling said is offensive and bigoted, but actions have been taken against him. The NBA held a court meeting to decide on his actions. He was fined $2.5 million, though it is not too much of a dent in his $1.9 billion net worth, and he is banned from any NBA related postitions forever, though he recently apologized. It is nice to see justice done to someone like him.

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Multiple faculty members expand families by

Emily Beltran

If there is a baby boom at a highschool usually it is not a good thing. This one, however, is not from students, it is the faculty.

Many faculty members have started families.

Art teacher Angela Bruenig recently had a baby boy named Florian Thomas Bruenig.

“Just gazing at this little being and thinking about how amazing it is that I was able to create him, it is like a fine piece of artwork that I spent months on and is ever changing,” Bruenig said.

Student Services secretary Sarah Markel, science teacher Paul Bell and librarian Sarah Gumtow are all expecting their first child.

Markel already has two step daughters Maddie, age 13 and Bryanna, age 7. The new baby was a surprise, but Markel is very excited about it. They will not be finding out the sex of the baby, but they feel it is a boy.

“I am most excited about the milestones the child will have and the things I get to experience with him/her,” Markel said.

The Bells will also not be finding out the sex of the baby. For now Bell calls the baby “Peanut.”

“I am most looking forward to

taking Peanut flying and doing all of the outdoor stuff,” Bell said.

The Gumtows did find out the sex of their baby and they will be having a girl.

“I am very excited about seeing her grow up and seeing her personality,” Gumtow said. “I just can’t wait to see what she’s like.”

Bruenig has already begun to experience all of this and Florian is healthy and well.

“Becoming a parent is initially completely exhausting, frustrating and rewarding all at the same time,” Bruenig said.

Being a parent and staff member has its pros and cons. For these parents it is bring your kid to work day, every day. That is, if they choose to send their children to Berlin schools.

“I will not like hearing about my child from other students. The rumors and such,” Markel said.

For Gumtow and Bell more kids are in the plan for the future.

Markel and Bruenig plan to wait and see what the future brings.

“We will definitely need Peanut to have a playmate,” Bell said.

Without looking too much into the future the faculty are embracing every moment.

“I’m really looking forward to this new experience and new direction in life we get to go through with the challenges it will bring,” Gumtow said.

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Above: Librarian Sarah Gumtow and husband Mike Gumtow are expecting a girl on Aug. 9.

Below: Science teacher Paul Bell and wife Rachel Bell are due July 6.

Above: Student Services secretary Sarah Markel with husband Bryan and step daughter Bryanna.

They are due Nov. 5.

Below: Florian Thomas Bruenig, son of art teacher Angela Bruenig and husband Tom at two weeks old. Florian was born on March 31.

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Who’s That Student: Skateboarder joins sophomore class by

Emilia Kuble-Barnier

That student is sophomore Alex Kauble, a relatively new student at Berlin High School. Kauble transferred from Fort Zumwalt South High School in St. Louis, MO at the beginning of the third trimester because of family matters.

So far, Kauble thinks Berlin is okay, except for the fact that there is no skatepark here.

“Let me just say it is different from St. Louis here,” Kauble said.

Kauble is on the track team. He skateboards in his free time, and he has been a sponsored skateboarder with IMNEX Clothing for about a year and a half.

Kauble has been skating for about five years.

Kauble has been described as chill, cool, funny and talented by freshman Devin Taylor.

“We became friends the first week he was here because we both skate and play PS3,” Taylor said. “When we hang out we skate and play PS3 with our friend Sully Pinkonsly, go to Oshkosh to eat food and drink chocolate milk.”

Kauble’s favorite food is tacos, and he likes Shepard’s, the popular fast food place in town.

His favorite song at the moment is “Money Trees” by Kendrick Lamar.

“Alex is fun to hang out with.

We play lots of videogames together,” junior Sully Pinkonsly said.

Skating sophomore Alex Kauble shows off some tricks near the parking lot after school.

Photo: E. Kuble-Barnier

Photo: E. Kuble-Barnier

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BHS under

Changes begin this summer Office materials storage

Temporary office

Going to be the front office

Supply storage

Student entrance will be through the north entrance between the auditorium and the band hallway

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De-construction of remodel areas will begin Mon, June 9

Major changes at BHS underway by

Malerie Harmon

All the talk about building a new middle school onto the high school is going to become a reality on June 17 when there will be a ground breaking ceremony. Not only is there going to be an addition onto the high school, but there will also be remodeling that will take place within the high school.

The construction has many people wondering why the two schools are being combined instead of rebuilding where the old middle school is.

“The community committee looked at all options for the middle

school including remodeling the old building. However, the work it needs is so extensive that we would have to move students out of there for a year,” Superintendent Dr. Robert Eidahl said. “We have no place for them to go. The cost to remodel was high and we would have a building still not conducive to a middle school.”

One of the departments that is going to undergo the most change is the choir and band department.

“The existing choir room will become a band area used by percussionists. The new choir room will be shared with the middle school and both the middle school and high school will share the theater,”

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Choir Director Lisa Utecht said.

Both high schoolers and middle schoolers are going to have to adjust to the new change. Although it will be a lengthy process, Utecht is optimistic about the change.

“I think a nice aspect of the addition is if we want to do collaboration with the middle schoolers, and it’s also good recruitment for middle schoolers who are interested in band or choir in the future,” Utecht said.

This summer the front office location is also going to be moved to the side of the building where the business department is now.

“I think the new location will be nice because the front office will be

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Even though the office will be more accessible to guests, Gravunder feels the location will not be as convenient for students and staff.

For many, the biggest challenge is going to be adjusting to the new changes. With rearrangements and new things being built, it is all going to take time and patience until the process is complete.

“I am excited about the project and look forward to its completion,” Eidahl said.

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Do you think middle schoolers will get in the way of high schoolers’ “daily routine”?

73% say YES 27% say NO Do you think high schoolers are going to be a bad influence on middle schoolers?

56% say YES 44% say NO Do you think it’s fair that the high school is having to change and give up certain things to accommodate the middle schoolers?

82% say YES 18% say NO Do you like the idea of having to share the commons, auditorium, music rooms, etc?

51% say YES 49% say NO Do you think the way the high school does things, like lunch assemblies, sports games, etc. is going to change once middle schoolers get here?

84% say YES 16% say NO 100 Students Surveyed Created by Sabrina Meisel

Pros

• The district will save money by adding the middle school to the high school rather than building a completely new building.

• Having the two schools connected will be convenient for staff. They will be able to communicate faster and hold meetings easier.

• A new gym, weight room, and wrestling room will be added.

• The office will be moved to the front of the building, a more appropriate place for first time visitors.

Cons

• The construction will be time consuming, lasting about two years.

• The new addition will branch mostly off of the east side of the building. The jock lot will be demolished, leaving staff and students with fewer parking spaces.

• Facilities such as the commons will have to be shared between high school and middle school students.

• Classrooms will be moved around, which will add confusion to students’ schedules.

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Middle School suffers structural damage, must be rebuilt by

Lucas Robinson

The question on everyone’s mind seems to be: “Why build a new middle school?” School officials have the answer.

“Last year, the gymnasium had significant damages when it cracked open and shifted,” Middle School Principal Rick Hammes said. “Then there’s heating and plumbing issues we would have to work with.”

The oldest part of the building is the eighth grade wing, built in 1918, which is actually the area of the school with the least amount of damage. The project will cost roughly $18 million, and the construction should be finished in August 2015.

The new middle school will be attached to the high school and

should provide convenience for certain teachers who have to travel between schools.

“There’s no travel time to take away from working with the students, it will be nice,” Spanish teacher Melissa Daubner said.

The structural issues affect the entire school, not just certain areas.

“I think the students are excited. I don’t think it hampers the students ability to learn, but it does cause a problem when you’re coaching sports and there are issues because you can’t practice in the gym because of the damages,” middle school math teacher Dane Clark said.

Structural issues, plumbing and ventilation are just a few of the reasons the school board decided to build a new middle school.

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Arts & Entertainment

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May 28, 2014

Are you more country or more city?

Which do you listen to A: Luke Bryan

B: Katy Perry

Do you watch NASCAR? A: Don’t miss a race!

B: Never watched it

What do you like to argue about?

A: Ford vs. Chevy

B: Movies

Which do you wear?

A:Everything camo B: Plaid clothes

What do you like to hunt?

A: Everything that moves B: I support PETA

Do you work on a farm?

A: Yes B: No

If you answered more A, you are more country. If you answered more B, you are more city.

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The Well, worth the drive by

Alyssa Thiel

The Well, located on the east side of Winneconne is a popular summer food destination.

The drive-up restaurant can be found on 705 E. Main St. Driving from Berlin it takes about 25 minutes to get there. It is a convenient location and easy to find, but parking availability is scarce.

As I stepped out of my car I immediately inhaled the aroma of deep fried food. The small stand reminded me of being at the county fair.

Oldies music was playing, which was the perfect fit for a small town drive-in.

When it comes to the menu, the options are endless. There are over 50 food items and 10 different ice cream desserts included on the menu painted on the front of the building. It included all the deep fried foods that anyone would expect at a drive-in. Everything on the menu was very well priced, and I thought my bill was fair.

After much thought, I decided to order the grilled chicken sandwich with kris kuts. I had never heard of kris kuts and was anxious to see what I would get.

I waited for my order sitting at one of the picnic tables on the side of the building. The table was wobbly and it was rather annoying that the table would move every time I did. I had to use a napkin to dust off my area of the table, as there were leaves and small twigs lying on top of the table.

The wait for my food was precisely eight minutes. That is good, but they were not busy. When I opened my meal, to my disappointment the kris

Photo: A. Thiel The Well provides a vast menu which contains over 50 items. kuts were just waffle fries given a fancy name. After I ate a few bites I did not care, they still hit the spot.

My grilled chicken sandwich was juicy and full of flavor and the portions were huge. I ordered a small side of kris kuts and still could not finish them.

Stuffed as I was, I still had to try their ice cream.

I kept it basic and ordered a small vanilla cone with sprinkles. It was delicious to say the least, and topped off my meal perfectly.

I can see myself going back to The Well soon. It is a perfect summer destination for anyone.

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Southsiders by

Emilia Kuble-Barnier

Atmosphere, an underground hip-hop group impresses fans once again with their new album “Southsiders,” which was released May 6. “Southsiders” is Atmosphere’s first album in three years, and it is their eighth studio LP. According to a press release, the album is a “shout-out to their native neighborhood.”

Atmosphere is part of the independent record label Rhymesayers, and consists of MC Sean “Slug” Daley and Anthony “Ant” Davis.

Slug’s raw, honest rhymes and the way he wears his heart on his sleeve while he tells his stories of growing up and repping the southside of Minneapolis (where Ant and Slug have lived and worked for the majority of their 17-year career) combine perfectly with Ant’s live instrumentation and impressive beats, sounds and melodies. Slug has described this album as “a very detailed look at my life.”

Atmosphere has stayed true to its roots, and Slug’s still talking about similar issues and telling similar stories that he rapped about in Atmosphere’s early days.

They have only evolved slightly with every new album, which is a trait most fans enjoy, compared to losing sight of the duo’s roots and purpose and conforming to the popular and the mainstream.

“This record in particular I felt has a little more with regard to mortality and thinking about some sort of bigger ‘What am I doing?’ picture. Mortality is some-

thing I hear a lot now in the record that I didn’t necessarily know was there when we first started. But in hindsight I started seeing things that made sense. This is what a dad in his 40s should be rapping about.” Slug said about “Southsiders” in an interview with Okayplayer, and he is right.

In this new album, while Slug is still invested in hip-hop and true to himself. It’s clear that he’s less angry and more mature than in previous albums, and that he’s learned more and become more accepting. Slug used to rap mostly about bad relationships and women who have done him wrong, along with his family and their issues, especially in the 2011 album “The Family Sign”.

Even without all the pent up anger and confusion that came through in previous albums, Slug’s lyrics are still powerful and evoke emotion, as they probably always will.

The best way I can describe Atmosphere is deeply moving, musical hip-hop, and I encourage everyone to take a listen, no matter what your favortie music genre happens to be.

Songs on my Playlist:

“Camera Thief ” “Arthur’s Song” “Bitter” “Fortunate” “Let Me Know That You Know What You Want Now”

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Arts & Entertainment

May 28, 2014

Top 10

Fantasy or Reality: What was your last dream about?

Television Series 1. “Breaking Bad” •

Highest rated show . A father with cancer helps take care of his family the only way he can.

2. “Game of Thrones” •

The war between seven families is awakened and might end in a way they least expect . Attracts 6.9 million viewers.

3. “Dexter” •

Dexter only kills murderers that he believes did not get justice.

Dexter is always true to his character.

4. “Doctor Who” •

An alien time traveler fights evil with friends. Very interesting. plot twist.

“In my most recent dream I was back in college and people were checking my transcripts,” English teacher Amy Wenig said. “They said I was missing classes and I freaked out.”

“My last dream was when I was out on a farm with my cousin. We were fixing up an old truck,” sophomore Ashley Fish said.

“Then, I was driving a black Mustang around and met a cute guy. I got his number.”

Which summer vacationer are you?

Sleeper

Sports Star

Sookie meets a vampire and is later introduced to more problems than she can handle. Wild variety of characters.

6. “Boardwalk Empire” •

The life of Nucky Thompson, politicianandgangster.Basedon real 1920’s gangster.

7. “American Horror Story” •

People who: - Use their whole summer vacation to catch up on sleep - Tend to never leave their beds, except to make the occasional trip to the fridge - Will most likely be found rewatching the entire series of “One Tree Hill” on Netflix

People who: - Use their three months of summer to train for the next Olympics - Most likely to be found at the gym - Content with wearing nothing but shorts and a t-shirt -Cannot get enough protein

Beach Bum

Worker

People who: - Are determined to get that glowing, sun-kissed skin by the end of summer -Own a swimsuit for every day of the week - Can pull off the bro tank - Rock the Raybands

People who: - Work, work all week long, punchin’ that clock from dusk ‘til dawn -Develope a strong, distinguished farmers tan - Use their summer to make bank Created by Alyssa Thiel

Thrilling series. Uses stock horror story lines.

8. “House of Cards” •

Suspenseful,leavesviewersbegging for more.

9. “True Detective” •

Dramatic 17-year hunt for serial killer.

10. “Sons of Anarchy” •

Higher ratings this season. Jaxs is caught between being a father and in a “club.”

Created by Alex Zapata

Kindness never stops! Stay kind this summer!

“A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.”

The KIND Committee wishes everyone a kind andwonderfulsummer!

“I was just sitting in school with my friends like it was any other day, then the fire alarm went off,” freshman Willie Trochinski said. “I watched the school burn down.”

Text and photos by Alexandra Golonka

‘Oculus’ ending disappoints by

5. “True Blood” •

“I had a dream where I was a lot younger and I was playing with my two younger brothers in my back yard.

It was a lot of fun,” junior Kenny Johnson said. “Then I woke up.”

Malerie Harmon

Frequently many horror movies can be hit or miss, varying from really scary with a plot twist that nobody sees coming, to really disappointing and predictable. The movie “Oculus” had me feeling a little of both.

When Kaylie’s (Karen Gillan) little brother Tim (Brenton Thwaites) finally gets out of protective custody after being accused of the death of their father, Kaylie is determined to make him stay true to his promise and help her prove his innocence.

She is determined to prove that a cursed mirror their parents bought when they moved into a new house was the reason for the deaths of their parents and the deaths of many others.

As the movie progresses, the suspense continues to grow as the truth behind the death of so many people is revealed. They discover that the mirror not only possesses a supernatural force, but is also indestructable.

As I watched the movie in between glances, burying my face in my hands, my fear turned into regret. When the movie ended I was

Photo: www.wrestlesite.com unhappy I had watched a movie that had such a good story, but had ended so poorly.

The ending was confusing as Kaylie and Tim flashed back and forth between being young kids and their actual age, making it hard to tell if it was in present time or the past.

When “Oculus” was over, I would have rather spent $10 on something more worthwhile.

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Sports

May 28, 2014

Baseball team struggles throughout season by

Alexandria Zapata

With the season coming to an end, baseball’s overall record is not as impressive as they hoped it would be.

“What’s holding the team back from winning are the errors and how young the team is, we only have two seniors,” senior Ryan Viertel said.

Having only won two games so far the season is not turning out how the team had predicted.

“Our season has not been the greatest, but our team has really been trying their best,” Head Coach Byrant Bednarek said.

Berlin still has a chance to pick themselves up and make it a season to be proud of.

“We practice hard every day to try and fix the things that cost us games. Went from winless two years ago, to getting one win last year, to now having a two win sea-

son,” Bednarek said.

The opposing teams this year have been very impressive.

“So far, Ripon and Waupaca were pretty impressive, but every team in the conference is good.

We have one of the toughest conferences in the state,” Bednarek said.

The season has had some tough competition this year. All teams have pushed their hardest and brought their all to each game.

“The toughest game we have played so far was agianst Xavier,” Viertel said.

Their next game is at Friday at Green Lake 4:30 p.m. and regionals are at Westfield June 3 at 5 p.m.

Berlin believes they have a chance to pull through at regionals.

“I expect us to win against Westfield,” Viertel said.

Though the season is near the end, the team is still deeply focused on what they can do this season.

Photo: EDGE Photography

Senior Ryan Viertel swings away at a double header against Fox Valley Lutheran.

Bad weather affects golf team’s season by

Photo: E Beltran Sophomore JV golfer Eric Roehl tees off during the home golf match on Wednesday, May 14.

Emily Beltran

After endless rain delays, cancellations, and having to start the season two weeks later than planned, the golf team finally had their chance to play.

The JV golfers also took a hit from the bad weather, making their season a lot shorter than planned.

“We were only able to have two golf meets and very few practices,”

sophomore Eric Roehl said.

The golf team had eight matches cancelled before May 14. Many of these were conference matches which would have impacted their standing.

“We were only able to have one conference match against Freedom, which we won,” Captain Alec Huggins said.

Rainy days are not always a bad thing, though. The team has gotten used to playing in bad weather.

“The rainy days help with your head-game in golf. They make you a better overall player by making you focus,” freshman Peter Bruce-Allington said.

With the course being very wet and hard to play on, the team has been focusing a lot on the short aspect of the game, like putting and chipping.

“Spending a lot of time on the putting green helped us pull through with tough matches,” sophomore Sam Marks said.

Girls back-to-back conference champs by

Julia Silloway

With an overall score of 128 points, the girls track team attended the conference track meet Saturday, May 17 in Little Chute placing first in conference.

With all the hills, tempo runs, and track workouts, the track team got to show what they have been working for when they were announced back-to-back conference champs. There were many smiles among the group.

“It felt amazing! We worked so hard and all the hard work paid off. We knew it was going to be close this year so it was exciting,” junior Stacie Klika said.

In track athletes can participate in up to four events, but only three running events. Many people do more than just one event so preparation is key. Klika participates in four events: 100 meter high hurdles, triple jump,

4x100 meter relay and shot put.

“I will prepare by really focusing as the season winds down.

We don’t have many meets left to prove what you have, so I plan to stay focused and give it my all,” Klika said.

As a thrower there is a lot of technique that has to be spot on. Sophomore Payton Parman, who throws disc, helped the girls team by being the conference champ in disc, scoring the team 10 points.

“I will prepare for upcoming meets by keeping my shoulder rested and working on technique,” Parman said.

With a lot of young talent the girls track team is pushing to become better and capture another championship next year.

“As a sophomore, it was a cool experience participating in so many events, helping the team out with scoring and being backto-back conference champs!” sprinter Stephanie Melchor said.

Photo: M. Beltran Top: The girls track team gathers for a picture with the conference championship plaque while senior Kinsey Harmon also holds up her ‘Runner of the Year’ plaque.

Bottom: The girls track team jumps for joy, thrilled about being back-to-back conference champs.

Photo: M. Beltran