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Nujerry sponsored by national companies by
Sierra Klawitter
Since he was younger, junior Nujerry Vang has sat behind a TV practicing his gaming skills, which has become most useful in the past year. “Halfway through my sophomore year, my team members and I were sponsored by Monster Gaming to play ‘Call of Duty’ on a professional level,” Vang said. Just this past month, two other companies have also signed on as sponsors for Vang, Scuf Gaming and Gamma Labs. “For the sponsorship process, we get to choose who we’d like to sponsor us and it’s just a matter of them deciding if they want to,” Vang said. Last year, Vang competed in Dallas, Texas with his team and placed second on a national level. “So far, I’ve only competed in one event, but my team members and I are looking into doing more in the near future,” Vang said. All gaming events that Vang and his teammates attend will be paid for, in full, by their sponsors. “It’s really helpful that they help pay for my trip,” Vang said. “My mom doesn’t like that I play video games because she doesn’t believe in it. She believes that you should be paid for hard work and dedication, not playing games.” Although opinions may vary about his job, there is no denying that it will pay off for his future. “Since I began playing profes-
sionally, I’ve made $20,000,” Vang said. “I’m hoping to take a year or two off of gaming after high school so I can go to college.” Guidance counselor Matthew Willett is helping him in his decision-making process for the future. “Nujerry is a great kid with a lot of options,” Willett said. “I think it’s amazing that he can save up for the future while doing what he loves.” Besides competing at championships, Vang also enjoys playing for fun with his friends. “There are a lot of times where my friends and I will get together and compete against each other,” Vang said. “Depending on what game we play, I only lose once in a while.” Going to national venues does come at a cost. Vang practices his gaming skills often. “On school days, I usually practice from when I get home to when I go to bed, so it’s about five hours a day,” Vang said. “On the weekends, depending on what I have to do, I play from shortly after I get up in the morning until midnight. It’s an all-day kind of thing.” Despite having to be dedicated 24/7, Vang still would not trade his job. “Most people think gaming is all fun and games,” Vang said. “But it’s really not. To me, gaming takes a lot of hard work, dedication and especially team chemistry.”
Photo: www.majorleaguegaming.com Above: At a national event held annually in Dallas, Texas, junior Nujerry Vang and his team members placed second out of 15-20 teams. Below: Vang has been playing video games since he was a child and is now using his skills to make it into a career. Since the middle of 2013, Vang has made roughly $20,000 and competed in one national event.
Gamer Profile: Nujerry Vang • Mainly plays “Call of Duty: Ghosts” •Gaming professionally for Monster, Scuf and Gamma Labs. • Won second place at national event in Dallas, Texas in 2013
Markel on leave, Student Services responsibilities divided by
Lindsey Vang
Now with Student Services secretary Sarah Markel on leave with her newborn baby, main office secretaries and guidance counselors take up the needed responsibilities. “I help with keeping scholarships up to date on the website and in the office. I also do attendance and health aid,” Markel said. Secretary Laura Sobieski has no worries covering for Markel. “With health issues that will be different, but attendance will not be too big of an issue and we can update the scholarships pretty easily,” Sobieski said To do this Sobieski and secretary Missy Gravunder will have a schedule where they will both switch hours in the main office and Student Services office. “One person will go from 7:30
a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and then switch from 8:30 a.m to 9:30 a.m. etc.,” Sobieski said. “When we are not there, a sign will be put up to have them come to the main office.” The counselors will take over when the main office secretaries are not able to go back and forth from both offices. “It’s going to be busy, way bus-
ier than usual,” guidance counselor Ann Ragus said. Just now (during the interview) six students were waiting for her. Markel believes there will only be one difference while being gone. “There is just a matter of getting used to not seeing me, but everyone knows the front office secretaries,” Markel said.
Photo: S. Klawitter
Newsbriefs Senior sees new perspective at Veteran’s program The whole school gathered together in the gym for the annual Veteran’s Day program on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony included the traditional presentation of the colors, the playing of a medley of the military’s songs and the 21-gun salute followed by taps. For senior Adam Hopp, this was a special program because he enlisted in the Army in July, 2014. “All my life I wanted to join the military,” Hopp said. “I wanted to travel, get a good education and have a better future. I was really honored knowing that I am now a part of the military.”
Student council attends WASC fall summit
Photo: L. Vang Secretary Laura Sobieski replaces Sarah Markel momentarily and helps senior Josh Mack get an excused slip.
Members of the student council attended the Wisconsin Association of Student Councils, or WASC, Nov. 17. At the conference they learned new leadership techniques. Junior Connor Heinz was one of these attendees. “We went to workshops and exchanged ideas with other student councils to improve our school and its functions,” Heinz said. Some of the other schools had ideas that might be used, but not necessarily by the student council. “There was a school who did a compliment wall,” Heinz said. “It was a wall where students could place sticky notes with compliments on them or take them as they need them. I think the KIND Committee might do something with that.”
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Opinion
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Editorial Time to redo sports budget
Created by Melanie Haedt
First, congratulations to the football team for making it so far this year. That is a huge accomplishment. Although the team did well, there should have been some kind of limit on the amount they were allowed to spend. For those who are not aware, the team got a coach bus to not one, but both sectional games. The first to Plymouth, which is roughly 100 miles round trip, and the second to Luxemburg-Casco, roughly 200 miles round trip. These are trips other teams previously made on a school bus. The only thing different in this situation was the fact that Berlin actually had a chance to win. The inequal way the sports budget is divided is clearly evident when it comes to how each team is presented during their season. While in recent years, fall sports have done considerably better than their winter and spring counterparts, football has not been part of that action until this year. When volleyball went to state a few years
ago, school was released early and there was a fan bus, but the team only took a school bus to Green Bay, which is a 150 mile round trip. When spring rolls around, it is even more evident with other sports. While the games are free to attend and that can factor into how much a team is budgeted, the girls soccer team should not have to wait a decade to get new uniforms. The uniforms for most teams get handed down from varsity to JV, which is understandable. On the other hand, players should not be forced to wear ill-fitting uniforms that can affect their morale and performance. It is not even just about a single team. Sometimes it is the sport as a whole. Our swimming pool is the only one in the conference that does not have timing pads for races. While equipment and uniforms are quite expensive, if the football team did not get the lion’s share of the athletic funds and attention, then maybe the teams who win more than once every 10 years could have better playing experiences.
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Mel’s Memoir:
Feature
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Students find self-expression in art classes by
Melanie Haedt
The art department is a little known place in BHS. Students often see works of art displayed in the halls and showcases and think that they themselves cannot draw. But, anyone can draw. “Art can be learned,” art teacher Angela Breunig said. “People believe that they cannot draw, but if they take the time to understand, anyone can learn.” The department offers multiple different art classes to spark a variety of interests. “I like drawing and painting because art clears my mind,” senior David Meza said. Senior Jenna Anderson is in Ceramics and Drawing and Painting. “It’s so fun and I feel like I can express myself,” Anderson said. The art department also does art competitions throughout the school year. The competitions include turkey drawings through the National Wild Turkey Foundation, Green Lake County conservation posters, Wis-
Melanie Haedt
I am the child that all the oldest siblings hate: the baby of the family. I have two older sisters that had to beg for attention from my parents once I was brought into the world, but they have obviously managed. Being the youngest sibling, I have faced my own troubles. People often say that the youngest is the baby, is spoiled and gets everything they have always dreamt of. I beg to differ. My two older sisters are only three years apart and I am six years younger than the middle sister. I was often left out of their little talks and hang outs because I was “too young to understand” anything they were talking about. While they would talk about boy drama, I would end up talking about the drama my Bratz dolls were having. When I was begging for my sisters’ attention, I instead became closer with my parents. This tight bond
will also kill me once I go to college. I am most likely going to cry for a month straight because I will miss my mom and dad so much. Another downside to being the baby of the family is having my older sisters ruin everything for me. My parents have made stricter rules to make my life more troublesome, but I can honestly thank my parents. They have kept me out of trouble the best that they could and I have turned out to be an alright kid. My final statement of being the baby--there are literally no baby pictures of me. My sisters have albums upon albums of their childhoods. I just recently had to search in dustcovered, buried boxes for my baby picture for the yearbook. I guess I will have to imagine what my childhood was like. Being the youngest is a struggle, but also a blessing. All the days of being ignored by my sisters have been worth it because I am now close with them, along with my parents.
Drawing and Painting: Focuses on photo realism and 3D drawings and paintings.
Photo: M. Haedt Senior David Meza works on his drawing of the American flag and bald eagle with colored pencils on a wood canvas. consin Art Educators Association State competition in Madison and the Scholastic Art Competition. When students are not working on competition pieces, Breunig sometimes gets project ideas off of Pinterest. “Pinterest can be a great resource for teachers and students,” Breunig said. Meza is very thoughtful in choosing
Photo: C. Haedt
the subject of the projects Breunig assigns. “I like to draw something that attracts the view of the eye,” Meza said. Art is a class many students use to express themselves. “Everyone should try an art class because it is a great experience,” Anderson said.
Lindsey Vang
Reporters:
Confessions of a g geek n i p p o Sh by
Hannah Trochinski
My mom taught me all of the important stuff in life. Be yourself, be kind, always try your best and always shop the sales rack first. It has been kind of a tradition of ours where, sometime in August, we go out to get all of my school supplies and have a mommy-daughter day. While I cannot remember the last time I needed my mom to help me get my school supplies, the lessons she taught me have stuck. Rule number one: Know one’s closet and schedule. If there is a dress that will go perf with that belt in the cart, which will be just elegant enough to wear to those weddings coming up, get it. But, if it is going to be worn once and then forgotten, leave it on the rack. Rule number two: Set a budget AND STICK TO IT! Bring cash that can afford to go into supporting our failing economy. If there is any chance that the budget will bust if one goes into (insert high
priced store), abandon mission. Turn around like Chein-Po, Ling and Yao in the avalanche scene in “Mulan.” (Do not get the reference? Stop reading and go watch it right now. I promise the paper will still be here after the movie is done.) Rule number three: Check the sales rack first. This is the most important thing my mom has ever taught me about shopping. The sales rack not only has the cheapest stuff, but also the items that are no longer available most of the time. Be original and get the sassy t-shirt that is half off and no one else will have. Shopping is as much in my blood as much as it is in Rebecca Bloomwood’s (the main character in “Confessions of a Shopaholic”). Once one has assumed her ultimate shopping form, she may go out on Black Friday and brave the crowds. Just be ready to face me in an epic battle to the death over that new MacBook Pro that is super on sale and be prepared to lose.
Advisor:
Shannon Kuehmichel
Letter to the
Editor
Dear Editor, Playing the school song and noticing people for a sports event during a Veteran’s Day program is not acceptable. The Veteran’s Day program is to honor the people who served our country. BHS should have saved it for another day that week and not a day of rememberance.
Photo: N. Speers
Junior Alicia Brownlow was one of the selected PBIS winners for November. Brownlow was chosen for being a big help to the substitute librarian and was awarded with an $11 gift card to Cobritt’s Carwash. Other PBIS student winners included Ryan Bolen, Ryan Gravunder, Allison Hempel, Makaela Pughs, Dylan Johnson, Briann Eagen, Ryan Krebs, Derek Ross and Cole Jecevicus. These winners earned gift cards and coupons to local businesses. Sophomore Sam Cason was chosen by KIND committee as a winner of a lunch line privilege pass for showing an extra effort to be kind. KIND committee also offered other awards such as special parking, lunchline privileges and gift cards to students who went out of their way to be kind. KIND winners include Alaina Labbus, Megan Werch, Erich Mueller, Emma Krueger, Alyssa Trampf, Sam Cason, Tyler Krohn, John Ostrander and Emma Rucks.
Sincerely, Angry High Schooler Photo: N. Speers
Officer Christensen
The 2014 gun-deer season is upon us. The nine-day season starts Nov. 22. There are a few changes that you may want to know. Hunters must be conscious of recent farmland and forest zone changes. This year the DNR says gun hunters must make sure their tags match the zone they wish to hunt. That zone will be on your statewide buck tag and then get a farmland zone antlerless tag. Another big change includes group hunting regulations. Any hunter MUST be present with the deer they tag. Hunters are not allowed to be responsible for any other deer but their own while in the field. As always, please wear plenty of blaze orange clothing to make yourself as visible to the other hunters in the woods. In 2011 there were some big changes in Wisconsin Gun Laws; Wisconsin passed a carrying Concealed Weapon Law for those citizens 21 years or older. Weapons include handguns, tazers, billy clubs and knives. You must get a permit in order to conceal the mentioned weapons (see Wisconsin Department of Justice website for rules/regulations). Another big change was in the Open Carry Law. Open carry of loaded handguns and long guns is permitted without a license. Open carry is legal anywhere concealed carry is legal, is legal for all adults (18+) who are not prohibited from possession and
Photo: Eagle Studios
Ceramics: Uses the wheel to build pottery, along with practicing hand-building techniques.
Taylor Greening
Metals and Sculpture: Half of trimester focuses on making jewerly, soldering sheet metal and buffing/ polishing. Second half includes 3D sculpture building.
What have you enjoyed most about high school? “Being involved with sports and extracurriculars.”
Applied Design: Appreciation for crafts. Includes glass, basket weaving and textiles.
What subjects are you most interested in? “English and Biology.”
Cop’s Corner: by
Business Manager:
Photo: S. Klawitter
Illustration and Design: Emphasis on logo and package design, design-based course. Drawing from imagination, not photo realism.
Change in WI gun, deer hunting laws
Editor-in-Chief:
Sierra Klawitter Julia Silloway Natalie Speers Alyssa Thiel Hannah Trochinski
Month
Art 1: Any student looking to advance to upper level art must take this course. Covers the foundation of drawing, painting, ceramics and applied arts.
Melanie Haedt
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Student of the
Which art class is for you?
November PBIS, KIND winners
Being the baby of the family
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does not require a license unless the individual is in a tax payerowned building (i.e. city, state, federal building) or within 1,000 feet of any school property (and not on private property). It is legal to load or transport a loaded handgun cased or uncased in a vehicle without a license. If carrying openly in a vehicle, it must be “visible to ordinary observation” in order not to be considered concealed (needing a license/permit). This does not apply to long guns. They still must be unloaded, but now may be uncased. There is still some confusion as to whether or not an encased gun is concealed; so if it is cased, best practice is to keep the long gun out of reach. Again, long guns need to be “visible to ordinary observation.” Previously, all firearms in a vehicle had to be unloaded, encased and out of reach. Those with a concealed/carry license may conceal a pistol in a vehicle. Please remember, state law requires a minimum one-year expulsion from school and a twoyear drivers license suspension (in addition to criminal charges) for any weapons violation on school property. For those who hunt in the morning before school, please take the time to make sure you do not accidentally bring any hunting knives, etc. into school with you. If you should, report to the office immediately and turn them over for safe keeping (you will get them back at the end of the day). As always, the BASD wants to keep you informed and safe!
What college do you want to attend and what will be your major? “UW-La Crosse. I would like to major in biology.” Tip for high school students: “Get involved in sports and clubs and don’t be afraid to try new things.”
Photo: Heaven’s Touch
Garrett Steinbrink What have you enjoyed most about high school? “Being involved in music, both band and choir.” What subjects are you most interested in? “Music and History.” What college do you want to attend and what will be your major? “Ball State University. I plan to major in Music Media Production.” Tips for high school students: “No matter what your successes, always remain humble.” Created by Natalie Speers
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Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Living life by a meter
Symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)
-need for frequent urination -drowsiness -nausea -extreme hunger or thirst -blurring of vision
Blood sugar is measured in mg/dL
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Photo: EDGE Photography Senior Justin Shruck (left) stands next to senior Jordan Cassidy (right) on the sidelines of a football game, unable to take his usual position as an offensive tackle due to the side effects of Type 2 diabetes. friend, senior Jordan Cassidy. “Things had to change a lot, like no more eating lots of junk food together or playing football or other sports just for fun,” Cassidy said. To treat his diabetes, Shruck has had to take four shots of insulin a day, as well as alter his diet to one that includes lots of meat and no soda or many sugary foods. Being diagnosed took a toll on Shruck’s football season. He was not able to play as much as he wanted to and struggled to regain lost muscle. “Justin really started to progress towards the end of the season and
I’m very proud of his determination to not let his diabetes hold him back from playing his senior year,” Stellmacher said. “I’m very proud of the contributions he made for us, especially at the end of the year.” With the football season over and a long winter ahead, Shruck sees an opportunity for recovery. “I am still trying to get my body back to where it was,” Shruck said, “But it’s going to take time.” Shruck has already come a long way from where he was a few months ago and has managed to lower his A1C (blood sugar) levels.
“I used to have a A1C level of 14 and now I have it down to about 6.5,” Shruck said. Shruck plans to continue on his road to recovery, which is possible, as long as he keeps his medicine and diet under control. “I hope to soon be able to just go on a diet watch instead of having to take any medicine,” Shruck said. With support and encouragement from family and friends, Shruck is overcoming the obstacles of having Type 2 diabetes. “Justin and I are really good friends,” Cassidy said. “I’m going to be there for him no matter what.”
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The normal range for blood sugar varies depending the last time a person ate, how much he ate and what he ate. Levels are also dependent on the amount of exercise an individual does. A typical range for blood sugar would be 70-140 mg/dL.
Natalie Speers
No one wants to find out that he has a life-changing health condition right before his senior year of high school. This is what happened to senior Justin Shruck, who was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes this past summer. “I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes before when I was 13,” Shruck said. “It went away entirely with medication when I was about 14.” Shruck’s symptoms included weight loss, fatigue and constant thirst. “I lost 50 pounds in less than three months and felt extremely weak,” Shruck said. “I had no strength and it was really hard to be active.” During summer conditioning for football, Shruck was advised by Coach Joe Stellmacher to go to a doctor to get diagnosed. “It was obvious that he had lost a lot of weight,” Stellmacher said. “His strength was also really low and I was concerned.” Shruck found out at the doctor’s that he had a blood sugar of 755, which was the result of having an untreated case of Type 2 diabetes. This was a shock to him and his family, since they thought his diabetes was gone for good. “My mom was surprised,” Shruck said. “She was trying to pray it away. But my dad was also relieved that it was just Type 2 and not Type 1.” Close friends of Shruck were also concerned, especially his best
(low blood sugar)
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Shruck fights to manage Type 2 by
Symptoms of hypoglycemia
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Type 1 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
• Formerly known as juvenile • Formerly called adult-onset or non-insulin diabetes. onset or insulin-independent diabetes. • Person may not develop symptoms before being • Symptoms usually appear diagnosed. during childhood or young adulthood and are often • Although originally found sudden and aggressive. mostly in adults, an increasing number of children are • Episodes of low blood sugar, being diagnosed with Type 2 or hypoglycemia are frequent. diabetes. • The body’s immune system destroys cells that release insulin, • No episodes of having a low blood sugar level are which will eventually eliminate present unless the patient insulin production in the body. is taking insulin or other (Without insulin, cells are undiabetes medicine. able to absorb sugar, which is needed to create energy.) • Can be prevented with main• Accounts for 5% of people that have diabetes.
taining a healthy lifestyle, such as a healthy weight, eating right and exercising regularly.
• Type 1 diabetes cannot be treated due to the loss • Type 2 diabetes accounts for of insulin-producing beta the majority of people who cells. have diabetes (90 to 95%). Source: WebMD.com
Myth: Diabetes is not serious. Fact: According
Created by Sierra Klawitter
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
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Schmidt takes on Type 1, starts new journey by
Melanie Haedt
Sophomore Emily Schmidt was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes on June 4, 2013 at 1 a.m. This diagnosis was a surprise to her and the family, especially because Type 1 diabetes does not run in the family. “It was unexpected and I never would have seen it coming,” older brother Jacob Schmidt said. Emily first noticed symptoms in the middle of May 2013. She had blurry vision and was getting new eye prescriptions often, dry skin, always drinking water and not eating which was followed with a weight loss of 15 pounds. “One night (June 3) my mom ordered Christiano’s and I couldn’t even eat it. I could only drink Gatorade, my body wouldn’t accept water,” Emily said. “My mom then called a nurse and the nurse highly suggested going to the doctor immediately.” Emily went to the emergency room at 9 p.m. that night and was diagnosed shortly after midnight. The first time her blood sugar was checked, it was 1013 mg/dL; nor-
mal blood sugar levels are between 70 and 140. “The scariest thing was not knowing anything about diabetes and being thrown into it,” mother Carmen Schmidt said. “We had to learn everything immediately.” Emily was in the ICU for four days regulating her blood sugar, learning about diabetes and how to properly change her diet. “Our first grocery shopping trip was about two hours because we were trying to read nutrition labels,” Emily said. In June 2014, Emily went to Camp Lakota, which is a camp for kids with diabetes. Campers participated in physical activities including la crosse, field hockey, archery, a ropes course, paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming. “When Emily went to camp, it was the first time we were separated since the diagnosis,” Carmen said. “I had to rely on strangers to take care of my daughter which was scary.” Becoming accustomed to diabetes was a challenge, but the family worked together and took one day at a time. “It’s like when Emily was a baby,”
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Photo Submitted Sophomore Emily Schmidt (far right) pictured with other campers who went to diabetes Camp Lakota in Rosholt, WI in the summer of 2014. “I made so many great friends there,” Schmidt said. Carmen said. “I always had to pack a diaper bag and be prepared. Eventually, she grew out of that. Now, we can’t leave anywhere without her insulin bag, and we always have to be prepared.” Emily has become a lot healthier and more active since the diagnosis.
“I ran a lot this summer,” Emily said. “I also did volleyball, basketball and softball summer leagues.” Despite a year full of firsts and learning about diabetes, the family has managed the challenge. “Life can throw you curves but by staying positive and having faith you’ll get through it,” Carmen said.
About Diabetes with BSN, RN Terri Mauel
Lindsey Vang: What is diabetes? Terri Mauel: Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that happens when you need insulin to transport sugar to the cells. Type 1 no longer can make insulin, while Type 2 can make insulin, but it takes a lot of insulin to get through the cell walls. If you go to the doctor to get tested they will have a blood sugar test and several other tests. If your blood sugar is above 110 many doctors become nervous, above 130 you are diagnosed as a diabetic.
LV: Can diabetes be cured? TM:Type 1 is not curable at this time. Type 1 doesn’t have any cells that work anymore to transport sugar. Currently, they are developing a transplant. People with Type 2 can eventually turn into Type 1. As time goes on, the insulin works harder to get through the walls. Eventually the pancreas will no longer make any. But Type 2 can be reversed with a meticulous diet, exercising and weight loss.
LV: Are there hereditary factors that can cause diabetes? TM: There are findings that suggest that Type 1 can be hereditary, but not always. Type 2 is very hereditary. There will always be at least one person in your family tree with diabetes to get Type 2. There are some ethnic groups that have higher diabetes rates than others, Native Americans have some of the highest rates.
LV: Is diabetes life threatening? TM: Definitely. If someone does not take their insulin, their blood could become acidic, which would result in them fainting, having seizures or death. Others who take too much or have too much will have low blood sugar. A result could be death.
Diabetes: fact vs. MYTH
to the Center of Disease Control, 9 percent of the United States population has diabetes. Medical research has shown that diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure and increases one’s chance of developing heart and blood vessel disease. Source: www.americandiabetesassociation
Myth:
Being diagnosed as diabetic means one automatically needs insulin.
Fact: Insulin injections are only necessary right away with Type 1 diabetes. Type 2 can be controlled by proper diet, exercise and oral medications until insulin is needed.
Myth: Eating too much sugar causes diabetes. Fact:
While eating too much sugar is harmful to anyone’s health, it does not cause diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body is unable to produce the insulin that is needed for a normal lifestyle. Type 2 is often passed on genetically, but can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Created by Sierra Klawitter
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Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Roving Reporter If you could create your own bumper sticker, what would it say? “How many fingers am I holding up?” senior Makena Betler said. “Stop reading this bumper sticker and pay attention to the road,” sophomore Emma Blazel said. “I don’t stop for pedestrians, pedestrians stop for me,” sophomore Jeanae Gimenez said. “Darn heifers,” freshman Greg Hyback said. “Don’t honk your horn,” sophomore Joe Dobyns said. “‘Wide load’ with a picture of my butt,” senior Kiernan Nos said. “Lead pipes save lives,” sophomore John Schwersenska said. “Anger management class makes me mad,” sophomore Bradley Block said. “Mud up or shut up,” senior Bryn Featherston said. “Kiss my bumper,” junior Mitchell Yonke said.
Arts & Entertainment
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
The Fighter
The Camper
-Attacks people for -Spends the night in a exactly what is wanted or tent in front of Best Buy needed just to get the new LED 4K Curved Ultra HD -Forgets that they just TV for a price still above celebrated Thanksgiving $2,000 and giving thanks for all that they have -Believes spending the -Bolts down aisles, pull- night out with random strangers is well worth ing down obstacles to the savings block the competition
The Super Deal Finder -As if Black Friday in-store savings are not enough, finds cheaper, Black Friday prices online -Constantly on their smart phone checking for the ultimate, best deal
The Well-Prepared -Has the store mapped out -Has the product number and SKU number to find the exact product -Has a matrix planned out for crossing deals and steals off the list, will not settle for missing one item
-Takes off work Monday for Cyber Monday shopping
EXPIRES 11/28/14
By Melanie Haedt
by
Sierra Klawitter
As I do not normally listen to Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest, writing this review was the hardest thing I have done in a long time. When Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off ” started playing over the radio, my brain just could not handle it. I literally had to stop listening to Taylor Swift and cut over to heavy metal rock just so I could think properly again. While it is a good thing Swift has finally decided which genre she will be, I believe that this is the kind of album that only Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber fans can enjoy. As the album wore on, I noticed a similar reoccurance: everything. The beat was the same, stereotypical, synth-pop rhythm that every Top 40 artist seems to be using
these days. On a high note, there was one song that I did make it through on the first try. “Out of the Woods” has a repetitive beat and lyric combination that is unique and trendy. I found it to be the most creative and my favorite track on the CD. So for those who are avid fans of Taylor Swift, keep on jamming out to her new tunes, I will be listening to music that is more my style and easier on the ears. Rating out of 5:
Also listen to: • Ariana Grande • Ed Sheeran • Kelly Clarkson • Miley Cyrus • Colbie Caillat
Photo: L. Vang Shrek (Garrett Steinbrink) and Fiona (Emily Draves) develop their relationship by singing their personal stories in “I Think I Got You Beat.”
Photo: L. Vang Lord Farquaad (Austin Krentz) dramatically climbs up to his castle rooftop while his identical dancers excitedly parade before him.
“Shrek” different, outstanding performance by
Feels like I have been Parking lot listening since 1989 disasters
Lindsey Vang
With a fun, light hearted atmosphere the last show of “Shrek” began on Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. I noticed from the opening that there would be a comical aspect, but later on noticed a large range of technique and pure talent. Donkey (Austin Johnson), Shrek (Garrett Steinbrink) and Lord Farquaad (Austin Krentz) completely transformed into their characters. With Johnson as Donkey, the voice and persona were almost perfect. Lord Farquaad fit the “small” role won-
derfully and gave the entire audience a series of laughs. One of the unforgettable scenes is when all three Fionas (Anna Falk, Samantha Hill, Emily Draves) came and sang their story together of being a locked away princess. The way each person was able to show off her unique voice was truly great to hear, as well as their fantastic harmonizing. Another great scene was when all three main characters, Shrek, Fiona and Donkey, come together right before intermission and harmonized exquisitely for
“Who I’d Be.” Hearing them all have several solos was a more pronounced change from previous years, but still seeing them together was even more mind blowing. Numbers that were memorable were when all three of the main characters sang “A Big Bright Beautiful World” and Shrek and Fiona sang “I Think I Got You Beat” showing how they had mastered the persona of their characters. The only problem was during the opening when the microphones were going in and out.
The veteran light and sound crew fixed the small problem quickly without any distractions. Almost all the seniors have been in the musical for two or more years and director Lisa Utecht and pit orchestra director Ben Ruetten have been doing this for ages. They were all able to produce a musical that was unqiue and more upbeat while still implementing each other’s talents.
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“I brake for swag zombies on a zipline,” freshman Evan Ceman said. “Shock the nation,” senior Bailee Thill said. Text and photos by Julia Silloway
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Ripon Family presents cozy atmosphere, inconsistent food by
Natalie Speers
It is easy to forget about locallyowned restaurants in a town like Ripon, where Culvers and Taco Bell are the lunch and dinner hotspots. Ripon Family, a deceivingly cozy diner located along Main Street in Ripon, claims to produce a homecooked rendition of just about every kind of food, complete with family-friendly prices. Unlike the most popular commercialzed fast food joints in the area, Ripon Family serves breakfast all day, as well as lunch and dinner. Despite having the luxury of the breakfast option, I decided to let my taste buds lead the way and ordered
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a chicken and ranch wrap, which turned out to be rather atrocious. The chicken tasted like it had been in the fridge a week too long, and the lettuce was limp and looked like depression in the form of a vegetable. The coffee I ordered left a bit to be desired and tasted like typical diner coffee that erred more on the stale side, even after I had dumped in three sugar packets and two creamers. While making a visual sweep of the dining room, a steaming, greasy plate of golden french fries caught my eye. I decided then and there that I must have a plate of my own. The french fries did not disappoint, nor did they impress. They
Photo: N. Speers Ripon Family’s plate of disappointment consisted of wilted vegetables, skinny fries and mystery chicken that sat rejected on my table. were hot, yes, and salty and pota-toey, but lacked the thickness of a good, quality fry. Ripon Family is an average family diner that has excellent and friendly service, as well as home-y decor typical of a small-town diner. As for the main attraction (food, obviously), I simply cannot be so generous as to give them more than a
In Advanced Biology when talking about nasal salines for your sinuses, senior Kiernan Nos said, “It is like an oil change for your nose.”
When talking about their perfect day in Advanced Compostion, English teacher Amy Wenig said, “So Arietta’s (Zenku) perfect day would be surrounded by eye candy.” Senior Alex Konen then said, “So come sit over here.” “Why are you the man of steel? I thought you were Superman,” junior Malerie Harmon said in Contemporary American Literature.
Food-lover undercover: With the parking lot being so crowded at lunch and the end of the day, there are many dangerous things that could happen if people are not careful. “There are so many people who are trying to leave at one time that the congestion in the parking lot gets bad,” junior Stephanie Beuthin said. On Thursdays, Soul Food at the church next door opens up for students at the high school. While students cross the driveway they come in contact with drivers leaving the parking lot. “ I think that some of the drivers do not pay attention as much as they should when leaving the parking lot,” sophomore Julie Fleegal said. “The people that cross the road do not pay any attention to oncoming cars either making it a dangerous place.”
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two-star rating. If one would just like a place to sit and indulge in stale coffee while socializing with friendly servers, I recommend Ripon Family Restaurant. Just stay away from the chicken. Rating out of 5:
In Pre-Calculus, senior Austin Krentz said, “You know what is the best thing about wearing this trench coat? I can keep a whole bottle of soda in here (as he opens up the coat)!”
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Sports
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Pomplun competes in go-kart, stock car racing by
Alyssa Thiel
Junior Noah Pomplun began going to stock car races at the age of 4 with his older brothers and father. Now at the age of 16, Pomplun is no longer a spectator and participates in the races he once watched as a young boy. “Going to the races when I was young sparked my interest in stock car racing,” Pomplun said. Starting the first weekend in May until the last weekend in August, Pomplun races every Friday night at the Oshkosh Speed Zone. Participants earn points each time they place and the higher they place, the more points they receive. The driver with the most points at the end of the season is the champion. To prepare himself for each race, Pomplun has to make sure everything on his car is in check. “I go over the car and make sure everything is good to go,” Pomplun said. “I check all the fluids and make sure the engine is running the way it should.”
Photo: L. Pomplun
Photo: N. Pomplun
Left: Junior Noah Pomplun turns a corner while racing his go-kart last summer. Right: A side view of Pomplun’s 1980 Buick Regal stock car he began racing this summer shows his name and number. Typical races Pomplun participates in are the classic 8 lap race and the 20 lap feature. “My goal is to finish every race,” Pomplun said. “Sometimes your car can be involved in a wreck or just break down in the middle of your race.” The sport of racing comes with
the risk of getting hurt in a wreck. Lanette Pomplun, Noah’s mother, at times worries about the safety of Noah during his races. “I am a nervous wreck during his races,” Lanette said. “All of Noah’s safety equipment helps me know that he is safe while he is racing.” Pomplun does all the repairs on the
car himself. “Through racing, Noah has learned how to tear apart an engine and build it from the ground up,” Lanette said. Before this year, Pomplun raced gokarts. “I started racing go-karts when I was 13. Once I was old enough I had always planned to race stock cars,”
Pomplun said. Pomplun’s interest in stock car racing has persuaded him to look for a career in this field. “I want to go to school to become a motorsport engineer,” Pomplun said. “Motorsports is something that I want to continue to do throughout high school and after high school.” As a motorsport engineer, Pomplun would design, build and test racing cars. “I’ve always enjoyed doing this kind of stuff so having a career in this field would be great,” Pomplun said. In October, Pomplun’s parents took him to visit University of North Carolina in Charlotte, which has reputable motorsport programs. “We support Noah’s decision of wanting to go to UNC-Charlotte to follow his dreams of working for a NASCAR racing team,” father Russ Pomplun said. Pomplun has learned a lot through stock car racing. “When you have a bad race, you just keep coming back and trying again until you find success,” Pomplun said.
Sportsbriefs Arndt, Vlachina compete at state level Silloway places at state meet
Junior Julia Silloway ran at the Wisconsin State Cross Country meet Nov. 1 in Wisconsin Rapids. “It was a different experience from last year because I didn’t have my teammates by my side” Silloway said. “Also, I had to adjust to the already tough course by adding an extra 1,000 meters.” Silloway placed 86 out of 152 runners with a time of 20:56. “I’m happy with the outcome of my race and looking forward to next season to get back up to Rapids and have a time to improve off of,” Silloway said.
Football playoff ride ends at Luxemburg-Casco
After making it into the second round of the playoffs the football team fell to Luxemburg-Casco on Oct. 31. The final score of the game was 14-34. Berlin ended the season with an entire record of 6-5. “I’m so proud of our team this year. To not only make the playoffs, but to win our first round match-up was exciting for our players, our school and our community,” Coach Joe Stellmacher said.
Game Changers
A captain’s role
by
Julia Silloway
Being captain on any team is a big responsibility. But, how the role of being captain is filled is what really counts to the coach and teammates. The captain does not have full control over the team, for the coach is in complete charge, but the captain should help the coach by being a team leader. Captains should not boss their teammates around thinking that they are better than they really are. A captain does not have to be the top player on the team or popular in school. Many coaches look for a person who is willing to work her butt off in practice, make a good impression on the team, keep everyone on track and always give positive feedback. The captains I have had have always set a good example by practicing hard to make the team better.
Being acquainted with everyone on the team is a must for a captain. The captain has to know the strengths and weaknesses of everyone on the team to be able to help the team perform as well as possible. My captains have always set up team dinners or get togethers to help the team form a close bond. The captains of my team were not afraid to tell players what they needed to work on. No one wants to be told they suck, but they do want to be told how to get better. Screaming and yelling will not get the desired results. My previous captains were real game changers to me. They made a difference by practicing hard, having positive attitude and giving their feedback on things to work on. As captain now, I have learned a lot from them and will pass on what they have taught me to help my team be successful.
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Alyssa Thiel
The girls swim team sent juniors Mattea Arndt and Emily Vlachina to the Wisconsin State Swim Meet held in Madison on Friday, Nov. 14. Arndt swam the 200 IM, which consists of 50 meters of each stroke, and the 100 fly while Vlachina swam the 100 backstroke. The two had a week between the previous sectional meet and the state meet to prepare themselves. “I went on a strict diet consisting of a lot of protein and carbs,” Arndt said. “I also practiced visualizing my races in my head, imagining myself getting the times I wanted.” Vlachina prepared herself as if it were just a normal race. “I treated this race just like any
Photo: L. Arndt-Christensen Junior Mattea Arndt competes in the 200 IM in which the butterfly is the first 50-meter leg other,” Vlachina said. “I stayed calm and listened to the song ‘Centuries’ a lot.” Arndt swam a 2:14 in the 200 IM, placing 9, and swam a 1:02 in the 100 butterfly, placing 16. Vlachina swam a 1:03 in the 100 backstroke, placing 11. “I was pretty happy with my time,” Vlachina said. “I stayed consistent
with my time from sectionals.” Now with individual state experience, the two look forward to imroving in next year’s season and ultimately performing better at state. “I definitely learned what I need to know for next year to improve,” Arndt said. “Attitude is key. You have to believe in yourself to know what you can accomplish.”
On the watch: How to score wrestling points
The double leg take down scores two points in a wrestling match. “When doing this move you have to keep your head outside the opponent’s body,” senior David Miracle said. “Drive and pick up his legs, turn the corner and take him down on his stomach.”
The single leg take down scores two points in the match. “Keep your head inside the opponent’s body and pick up one of his legs,” Miracle said. “As you have hold of the leg, trip his other leg so that he falls and lands on his stomach.”
The reversal scores one point in a match. “The reversal happens when on your knees and hands,” Miracle said. “The opponent has one hand on your stomach and the other on your elbow. To get out of this, stand up, take control of opponent’s hands and separate them to get out of his grasp.” Text and photos by Julia Silloway