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‘Shrek’ develops behind the scenes by

-Corey Viars survival story pg. 3 -Foreign exchange student Sophia Quarcoo pg. 5

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Photo: H. Trochinski Senior Garrett Steinbrink had his face molded for the lead role of Shrek in the musical that will take place in the BHS auditorium on November 7 and 8. The process of applying the plaster took about 20 minutes total including drying time.

“I am the young Fiona, Gingy and the blind mouse,” senior Anna Falk said.

On top of that, each indivdual will have a distinct look, including Falk’s three roles.

“For one I will be wearing a Marilyn Monroe dress, a puppet for the other and a dress for young Fiona,” Falk said.

Utecht is not worried about the cast acting numerous roles.

“So far so good,” Utecht said.

“As rehearsals continue, I am

Newsbriefs Alesha Guenther competes at national level

Junior Alesha Guenther traveled to Overland Park, Kansas for the National Student Congress competition on June 10-15. Guenther was one of three that qualified from the district and one of six from the state that qualified. Competitors were required to give speeches about certain bills. Guenther gave her speech on branching statehood rights to Washington D.C. “The competition was tough. I didn’t qualify for semi-finals or finals.

Because I didn’t qualify, I helped judge the middle school division,” Guenther said.

Guenther learned a lot from this experience and looks forward to competing nationally again.

“I had tons of fun and plan on doing more national tournaments this year,” Guenther said.

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Choosing “Shrek” for the school musical presents new costume and makeup challenges for Director Lisa Utecht as well as for everyone behind the scenes.

Utecht has enlisted former drama director Angela Femali to solve some of the makeup problems.

“Mrs. Femali usually does not help, but for this play she will help the characters become creatures,” Utecht said.

Senior Garrett Steinbrank will play the lead role of Shrek, and has a unique aspect to his costume. He will wear a rubber mask that Femali creates to turn him into the ogre Shrek.

“Mrs. Femali is first going to mold my face,” Steinbrink said.

“I also have a pair of clunky shoes and dark pajamas for my costume.”

Femali had to begin with a plaster mold of Steinbrink’s face. This mold becomes the negative she will use to make the green Shrek mask.

“It is definitely a challenge to have the kids turn from humans to creatures,” Utecht said.

“We will use various costumes, noses and colorful makeup.”

Not only do the cast members have to act with prosthetics on their faces, some of them have to portray several characters.

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All summer projects at the high school and Clay Lamberton are now complete. The high school office and business department were both remodeled and moved. Clay Lamberton underwent many changes this summer including a remodel of the office, science department and an addition of five new kindergarten classrooms. A new intervention room and conference room were also added. Principal Lynn Mork said construction of the new middle school is on budget and on schedule. After all construction is complete at the middle school, the metals lab in the high school is set to be remodeled next year.

sure that we will slowly figure it out.”

Falk says that the upcoming rehersals will be different but fun as well.

“The transition is definitely different,” Falk said. “From last year’s ‘Sound of Music’ to something more humorous will be a fun experience.”

Steinbrink says he is looking forward to portraying such a well-known character.

“Most people know the mov-

ie so just that alone has a lot of pressure,” Steinbrink said. “It’s never been done here before so it will be a lot of fun.”

Utecht was able to choose this particular musical because of the cast.

“I considered the kids I had and there were other options, but I thought it would be fun for everyone,” Utecht said.

Show dates are Friday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. with two shows on Saturday Nov. 8 at 2 and 7 p.m.

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PBIS sets new standards for students by

Hannah Trochinski

A few weeks ago, on Sept. 19, students were called to the gym before first hour. This was the reward part of PBIS. Two students from each grade were selected based on positive behavior teachers saw. Students could win things such as a sub from Subway or a pizza from Domino’s.

“It was kind of awkward to be chosen, but neat at the same time,” junior Connor Heinz said.

On the first day of school this year, students spent the morning learning about the new program called Positive Behavorial Instruction and Supports, or PBIS for short.

“It is not punishment, but positive reinforcement,” Principal Lynn Mork said. “We will teach what is expected of students in school and in the community.”

While visiting other schools, principals and counselors were able to see what worked, what did not and what would work best for BHS’s specific

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Winners of the first PBIS and KIND drawings all agreed that being chosen for a reward made them want to keep up the positive behavior.

needs or problems “We visited other schools to see what they were doing,” guidance counselor Matt Willett said. “We used some of their lists for majors and minors and changed them to fit our school.”

The reform started last year when members of the Response to Intervention, or RTI, committee were asked to look at what PBIS would be at the high school level.

“PBIS is meant to add consistency to policies and give clear expectations,” English teacher Susan Roubi-

doux said.

A large part of PBIS is “Just B.” BHS is simply reminding students to “Just B” prepared, responsible, involved, dignified and empathtic. When spelled out, like it is on the matrix, it says PRIDE. “We hope to continue to have pride in our school and in the community of Berlin,” Mork said.

More drawings will follow every three to four weeks.

“Being kind and positive is in my morals and it’s how I was raised,” sophomore Trevor Carlson said.

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On the first day of school, students were informed for the entire morning about a new behavior system at BHS. Although the talk was long and a bit repetitive, we should all now understand PBIS, a program that started at Clay Lamberton, which moved on to the middle school and now finally to the high school.

In the past years, there have been problems with tardies, phone policies, swearing, PDA, etc. Through PBIS, these issues have been cleared with two feet in the door, the red and green sheet for electronic devices, along with a major and minor system.

Throughout the school, one can see several posters in classrooms, hallways, doors and the commons with the objectives of PBIS. A larger part for students is the “Just B” part of the program.

Part of “Just B” is Berlin PRIDE: Although students in high school should know these aspects already, it is just a friendly remind-

er.

During the introduction to ‘Just B,’ we heard about getting involved with the numerous clubs, organizations and sports. It is good to hear about some of the ways students can get involved, but after sitting for so long, it was hard to pay attention. There might be a better way to recruit kids to clubs and organizations.

With all of this said on the first day of school, many felt overwhelmed, exhausted and worn out. Many felt like it was a waste of time. But, as time goes on this program will hopefully bring out positive behavior and reduce confusion on policies.

As far as pride in the school and commnunity go, it was great to see local businesses donate prizes for the rewards assembly. However, to be effective long-term, the rewards have to be at least this good all year, otherwise people might stop looking foward to it.

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Melanie Haedt

Walking into school my first day of senior year was just like any other school day of my past three years: alarm clock failed to go off, I dropped mascara in the bathroom and I parked in two parking stalls instead of one. I thought the first day of freshman year would be the worst of it, but I was proved wrong.

The first day of freshman year I was scared I would do something stupid. I was constantly texting my friends asking where they were, what time they were arriving at school, and what they were wearing.

I was least worried about where my classes were because I attended the LINC Crew orientation and knew the exact pathways to my classes. But, if you asked me to go anywhere other than the five classes I had, I would probably have wound up in the boy’s locker room or lost in the metals shop.

Lunch was the scariest time of the day. It resembled a wolf attacking a

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fawn. I must admit, lunch is far worse now because everyone is in a mob by the silverware to be first to get food, but being a 5’4” freshmen, I knew to just stand in the back of the line and wait for the stampede to calm. After lunch everything got a lot better.

I did survive freshmen year and later learned that the seniors truly are not that harsh to the freshmen. They actually do remember that they were once freshmen too. In all happiness, I did live to see the light and glory of my senior year.

Freshman year I cared too much about what people thought of me and if I was doing the right thing to fit in. Current freshmen: focus putting positive vibes out into the atmosphere and do not worry what people think of you, we are each our own person.

Moral of the story, as a senior I look back at freshman year and ask myself what I was thinking. I may have not changed so much on the outside, but on the inside I have changed to become the happier, more confident person I am today.

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Confessions of a N O I T I geek N DEFI

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Hannah Trochinski

When the average person pictures a geek, he probably thinks about a four-eyed pizza-faced metal-mouth who spends most of their time in front of a screen. Or in short, me (a former metal-mouth).

According to the Internet, a geek is someone who lacks social skills and possibly fashion sense. A geek is also defined as a person who is knowledgeable and passionate about things like movies, social media, etc.

While a nerd is slightly different, usually with a more negative connotation, for this purpose they are the same diff.

Geeks have undergone a transformation since the early nineties when computers became popular. Now people are self-proclaimed geeks and proud to be so. They are mostly associated with sci-fi type movies, such as “Star Trek” or “Star Wars,” but can also be affiliated with other fandoms that are less nerdy.

There are several new ways that the term can be used. One can be a word

nerd, a chic geek and several others that are not worth mentioning because they do not rhyme.

Most nerds are better than average at school (um, hello, they are still nerds after all), but this can be due to the fact that they are meant to be passionate about something. I will school my friends in useless knowledge because I went to school and was in fact a total old-school nerd. (See what I did there? School as a verb, a noun and an adjective.)

On the other hand, geeks also can be good at reading comic books, dressing in cosplay and going to Comic Con. Or maybe they are just good at art.

While some nerds are self proclaimed and boast about their extensive action figure collection, others are not so hard core. These are the closet geeks.

Geeks are allowed to define who they are, whether they be a Whovian or an Urkel look alike. So take ahold of the nerd reigns and ride that self proclamation into the fictional sunset.

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Dear Editor, As a senior this year, I do not agree with bribing students with prizes to do good things in the school and community. We are all old enough and should be reaching a level of maturity where we know to do the right things and be polite. Granted it is nice to be recognized for doing good things, but giving away prizes is sort of elementary.

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They told him not to fall asleep before reaching the hospital. He was told to fight and to stay strong and that is exactly what he did.

Senior Corey Viars was involved in a vehicle/pedestrian accident on July 26 this past summer.

“I was riding my bike with the cross country team from Berlin to Green Lake,” Viars said. “We were riding down a hill and I was going too fast, so I didn’t see the stop sign. I ran into a F-150 and my bike skidded out from under me as I hit above the driver’s front tire. The blow knocked me unconscious.”

While waiting for first responders to arrive, younger brother Jesse Viars called their mother.

The first to call 911 was a missionary group, and first responders were on the scene within five minutes.

When dealing with this kind of accident, there are standard procedures that all first responders must follow.

“When I first arrive on scene, care

for the victim comes first. I need to make sure the EMS are working on the patient and investigate as to what happened,” Deputy Sheriff Jason Pruess said. “When I arrived on site, medical attention was already in progress and security officers were blocking off the road.”

When someone has an accident such as this, shock often plays a part in how the victim feels after the incident.

“I woke up planning to walk away,” Viars said. “When I took a breath to tell the first responder I was okay, I couldn’t breathe.”

Viars was in a coma for 10 days, the ICU for four days and in a regular hospital room for five days.

“I was behind him over the hill yet when I saw someone’s bike in the road,” Jesse said. “I didn’t know it was Corey at first, but when I found out it was, my first reaction was to make sure everything was okay and to call my mom.”

After the accident, even though Viars was the one receiving medical care, he was issued a traffic

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Photo: S. Klawitter With an overall good attitude about what happened, senior CoreyViars received a shirt signed by all the ICU nurses before he left the hospital, with the phrase, “I feel like I got hit by a truck!” on the front, which he wore proudly on the first day of school. ticket.

“The doctors told me it would “We found that he was at fault,” take about a year for my body to Pruess said. “I wrote a ticket for fully recover, but I’m hoping to be failure to stop at a stop sign while better in nine months,” Viars said. traveling on a bicycle.”

“It’s different to be able to look Despite both the mental and in the mirror and say ‘It’s only physical scars left from what hap- because of God that you’re still pened in July, Viars remains opti- alive.’ I owe all that I have right mistic about his recovery. now to God.”

What have you enjoyed most about high school?

“Cross country and music extracurriculars.”

What subjects are you most interested in?

“Chemistry and math.”

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

“UW-Madison or University of Minnesota. Something involving science and medicine.”

Tip for high school students: “Don’t procrastinate!”

Who’s that student: Devon and Arielle Harmon by

Julia Silloway

Freshman Devon and junior Arielle Harmon moved to Berlin in June of 2013 from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. After moving more than six times before, Devon and Arielle finally settled in Berlin.

“It’s a small place,” Arielle said. “It seems like its more family oriented.

Living in a small town can be challenging to people who have lived the city life.

“I like how everything is close by and it has more peace and quiet,” Devon said. “But, my least favorite thing is that sometimes you miss certain things in a small town that there are in larger cities.”

When going to a different school, getting involved with school activities and clubs makes a big difference. Arielle plans to get involved in Key Club, whereas Devon sees himself in sports, such as cross

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New students junior Arielle Harmon and freshman Devon Harmon moved here from Oshkosh. They have moved more than six times before finding themselves in Berlin in June of 2013. Having lived in bigger cities, the Harmons say that they like the small town feel. country, track and possibly basketball.

“We have the same morals, but he is more sporty than I am,” Arielle said.

This is the first move that puts both Harmons in the same school. The two have a close re-

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lationship with one another and say it is comforting to have a sibling with them in school.

“It’s nice because we both can talk about our days and we can walk to and from school together,” Devon said. “What makes us closer is how we both have

the same sense of humor. Our conversations get weird sometimes.”

The Harmons have moved many times before and found themselves once living in Alpharetta, Georgia and Roswell, New Mexcio, both somewhat larger cities.

“We have moved so many times because my dad is a pastor and we move to different churches for him to preach in,” Devon said.

The family attends church together most Sundays and on Saturdays Arielle works at the public library.

“After I am done with work I go home and relax or I get together with some friends,” Arielle said.

Devon has fewer responsibilities. On the weekend when he wakes up he already has breakfast waiting for him some mornings.

“When I wake up my dad makes pancakes, then my family and I work around the house, or I hang out with my friends,” Devon said.

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What have you enjoyed most about high school?

“Being involved in extra curriculers.”

What subjects are you most interested in?

“The environmental studies.”

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

“Undecided.”

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Mercer accepts Phy. Ed. Sanderfoot starts new leg in career teaching,coachingpostition by Hannah Trochinski by

Natalie Speers

Former student and current cross country, boys basketball and track coach Jeremy Mercer officially accepted the title of an all-grades physical education teacher.

Before teaching physical education full time, Mercer was a line therapist for Bertrand and Schmitz consulting. Not long after, he was invited to help coach for several sports at BHS prior to teaching physical education. Being a familiar face makes Mercer a teacher that students can be comfortable around.

“Having Coach Mercer help out last track season and seeing him around school before he started teaching definitely made it easier to have him as a teacher,” senior Stefani Danseizen said.

Mercer currently teaches freshman, sophomore and team sports classes, in which he instructs students on how to correctly warm up, improve sport skills and play games.

“I enjoy teaching physical education classes because it not only

gives the kids a workout, but allows me to be active and interact with my students,” Mercer said.

Outside of teaching, Mercer’s coaching keeps him busy and involved in BHS sports. As assistant coach for cross country, Mercer and many members on the team have had the opportunity to get to know him personally.

“Coach Mercer has a really easygoing personality, which makes it easy for me to feel comfortable going to him about anything,” junior Malerie Harmon said.

Coaching and teaching entails a lot of planning and patience. Students in Mercer’s classes said they enjoy the way he makes an extra effort to be involved and keep things interesting.

“Gym is my favorite subject and Mr. Mercer makes things even more fun by playing games with us and helping us out,” freshman Andrew Fritz said.

Mercer not only enjoys his role as a teacher, but looks forward to being able to teach in his hometown.

“I love it here. I love the town, school, kids and staff. It’s a great place,” Mercer said.

Many students returned to school not knowing they would find a new face in the science department.

Benjamin Sanderfoot started his first year teaching the same day his current students started their first year at BHS. “For first and second trimester, I’m teaching Science Foundations,” Sanderfoot said. “Third trimester, I will be teaching Marine Biology as well.”

Getting a teaching position at BHS is not as easy as some might think.

“There were about 15 people who applied for the position,” Dave Reich, head of the science department, said.

What made Sanderfoot stand out was his prior experience as a long term-substitute in other school districts.

“I have subbed in all of the Appleton schools and in Kaukauna,” Sanderfoot said.

While he has only been here for

Photo: H. Trochinski First year science teacher Benjamin Sanderfoot explains his new fish tank to his fourth hour Science Foundations class. a few weeks, Sanderfoot has been able to teach his students some basic science skills and have them perform some labs.

“We have been learning about measurements,” freshman Edgar Garcia said. “He makes it easy to understand.”

While being in Berlin is new, teaching has been on Sanderfoot’s mind for a while.

“I became a teacher because I liked to learn and school is just sharing information, so I thought it was a good combination,” Sanderfoot said.

Willhite adjusts to life of full-time English teacher by

Photo: E. Draves Physical education teacher, track, boys basketball and cross country coach Jeremy Mercer instructs the members of the girls cross country team at the Berlin Cross Country Invite on Sept. 16.

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Among the newest members of the BHS faculty is Cory Willhite, a sophomore English and junior Contemporary American Literature teacher.

Growing up in the town of Brodhead, Wisconsin, Willhite comes from a small-town background similiar to that of Berlin, making the adjustment from Brodhead to Berlin an easier task.

“I like how Berlin reminded me of my hometown,” Willhite said. “I grew up surrounded by farms, so Berlin feels familiar.”

Prior to teaching at Berlin full time, Wilhite was a substitute teacher at Milton High School in Milton, Wisconsin where he taught everything from art to science classes.

Unlike many English teachers, the subject of English was not Willhite’s strong suit all throughout his life.

“I was always the strongest in art,” Willhite said. “I didn’t actually

English teacher Cory Willhite gives notes to his sophomore English class. pick up writing and English until my senior year of high school.”

Students that have Willhite are enjoying getting know him and his teaching style. Junior Dillon Milner especially appreciates some of Willhite’s rules.

“It’s so nice how he never makes take tests on Fridays,” Milner said.

As a new teacher, Willhite is focusing on creating a positive and productive learning environment for his students.

“Mr. Willhite is a good teacher,” sophomore Emily Schmidt said.

“He stays on topic and makes sure people stay involved and don’t get lost.”

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Foreign exchange student comes to America on scholarship by

Julia Silloway

Senior Sophia Quarcoo, a foreign exchange student from Ghana, Africa has traveled here on a scholarship for a one-year exchange program. While Quarcoo is here to learn about American culture she says she wants to share her culture with others.

To get more involved in school Quarcoo hopes to join the Spanish Club and the Key Club while also keeping her grades up and interacting with new people.

“I want to meet new people and discover different talents and abilities about myself,” Quarcoo said.

“I think it takes a while to build a friendship, like a best friend, so I consider everyone my friend.”

When Quarcoo came to Berlin she was already speaking English well, making it easy to communicate. She has amazed some with how well she speaks and by the big words she uses.

“Sophia is a polite and a very bright student,” math teacher Kay Rossow said. “I am amazed at her

English and the big words she uses that some kids don’t know the meaning of. Her work is always neat, organized and complete. She is doing well making friends and she seems happy.”

In her free time, Quarcoo uses reading, writing and singing to inspire people.

“I inspire people through my hard work, determination, and making good use of my talents,” Quarcoo said.

Even though Quarcoo is considered a senior, she is still placed in classes with freshmen such as Algebra 1.

“Her class is accepting. I think she is on a different level than some and more mature,” Rossow said.

Quarcoo is currently housed with sophomore Allison Marks, who previously housed foreign exchange student Lada Hasanova.

“Quarcoo has a great personality,” Marks said.“She teaches me words and a lot about her culture, but she also gets to learn more about our culture, too. She has adapted well to the way we live.”

When Quarcoo came here, she

Photo: J. Silloway Foreign exchange student Sophia Quarcoo has come to Berlin on a scholarship. “Education is an opportunity, but knowledge is a privilege,” Quarcoo said. wanted to learn new things. One thing that she is learning is the difference between Ghana and Berlin.

“At my home the days are hotter than here ranging from the coolest 20 degrees celsius (68 degrees fahrenheit) to the hottest 44 degrees celsius (111.2 degrees fahr-

enheit),” Quarcoo said. “Also, at my school we have set uniforms to wear that usually consist of a skirt or high waisted shorts whereas here we can wear whatever we choose.”

In Ghana, Quarcoo has two sisters who are 15 and 2 and one brother who is 13. She spends

most of her time hanging around with her family or at church. In the mornings in Ghana Quarcoo finds herself doing morning chores such as sweeping, house cleaning and cooking or sitting with her family.

“My home in Ghana is beautiful and busy, but a very welcoming place,” Quarcoo said.

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Arts & Entertainment Food-lover undercover: Bellissimo lives up to fine-dining title by

Natalie Speers

Living in a small town with few restaurants to choose from, it is impossible not to hear about the opening of a brand new Italian restaurant located right downtown. In Berlin, that restaurant is Bellissimo, a fine Italian eatery with class and originality to boot.

Upon entering Bellissimo, I was impressed. The dining area was decorated in a style typical of an Italian restaurant, with black and white furnishings, soft lighting and an overall romantic atmosphere.

My friends and I were seated almost immediately upon arrival and given our menus, which were extensive. The menu choices ranged from a whole gourmet, homemade pizza to a philly cheese steak sandwich to spicy wings.

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parmesan fries for a total of $10, but also sampled my friend’s supreme pizza.

The food was amazing, to put it simply. My panini was toasted and grilled to perfection, with fresh avocado to top it off. The fries were unlike any I have ever had, with shredded parmesan melted on top. My slice of supreme pizza was the perfect amount of crispy and soft, topped with fresh melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese and delectable pieces of pepperoni, sausage and canadian bacon simmering on top.

The wait was 15-20 minutes, but was understandable since the food is made from scratch at Bellissimo.

The atmosphere was beautiful, the prices were reasonable and the food was delicious. I highly recommend Bellissimo for anyone that is craving quality Italian food.

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Roving reporter: What’s with the new locks?

“I wanted something different. I’ve always had short hair and I wanted to feel like a surfer,” junior Mitchell Kramer said.

“I cut my hair because it was all dried out from lifeguarding. I call it the flip because I’m always flipping it,” senior Tiffany Pribnow said.

Parking lot disasters

Junior Alesha Guenther’s car, Janet, was rear-ended Friday, Sept. 12.

“I was waiting in line to get onto Memorial Drive during lunch when it happened,” Guenther said.

It is going to cost $1,028 to fix Janet and Guenther is not sure when she will be able to get it fixed.

“Whenever they get the parts in I’ll get it fixed,” Guenther said.

Several scratches were left on Guenther’s bumper and it is now loose.

Text and photos by Hannah Trochinski

“I can’t get cut it because of a bet between Mr. Willett and Mr. Mercer,” junior Mitchell Yonke said.

“And you gotta do what the ladies want.”

“I just needed a change.

I’ve had long hair for 10 years now and decided to donate it,” band teacher Ben Ruetten said.

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Tribal beats top charts by

Sierra Klawitter

Emerging from the largest city in South Africa, Johannesburg, the Kongo brothers have topped music charts across the world, including Canada, England and the United States with their self-titled band, The Kongos.

In 2012, they released their debut album, “Lunatic” in the UK, which met with much success.

Later, in October 2013, they re-released the album in the United States and gained even more popularity with their unique hit singles.

Their biggest song of the summer, “Come With Me Now,” opens up with unexpected accordian notes that set a kind of folk music vibe which carries on throughout the song.

Instead of listening to the more popular hits on the album, I found myself listening to one of the last songs listed, “I Want to Know.”

Photo: popgoesthecharts.com

I am not exactly sure what The Kongos were trying to figure out, but the song in itself was catchy.

Take this verse for example; “Even cold hard facts have a way of changing their stripes in the light of a new day.”

It makes me think about life and sticks in my head long after listening.

The chorus was repetitive and the vocals in the backbeat of the song had me tapping my foot.

My favorite part of listening to The Kongos was the originality of all the music on the album. Every song contained something unexpected.

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You said it, We write it

During a Composition and Literature class sophomore Chris Athens said, “It’s not two feet in the door, it’s two butts in the chair.”

During swim practice, sophomore Jeanae Gimenez said to coach Bill Clewien, “Bill, my dives don’t feel so good.”

“Why?” Clewien asked.

“Do they have a fever?”

During an Advanced Composition class, English teacher Amy Wenig asked the class, “Is brand new better than new?”

“Oh, yeah, brand new is like, spic off the span,” senior Brayden McGinnis said.

During an off-topic conversation in a lunch time department meeting, English teacher Andrew Reise said, “I used to DJ at frat parties.”

While explaining his fish tank to his Science Foundations class, science teacher Benjamin Sanderfoot said, “If one of these (sea creatures) dies, I’ll try to sneak it out. But if there is an awesomehermitcrabbattle to the death or something, let me know so I can watch it, too.”

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Sports

September 30, 2014

Swimmers see small numbers, set individual goals by

Alyssa Thiel

With only 15 girls, the swim team does not see many team titles in the future. Instead, they have set individual goals.

“My goal is to swim an IM, which is 50 meters of each stroke,” Captain Stefani Danzeisen said. “I have been putting in extra time out of practice to make sure that I am getting enough practice in all my strokes.”

Danzeisen’s current events are the 50 free, 100 breast and multiple relays.

“It will be a challenge for me because I’ve never done butterfly before,” Danzeisen said.

Junior Emily Vlachina plans to stay motivated through the long season to achieve her goal, even if it means putting in about

three miles of swimming a day.

“I have a goal to make it to state individually in the back stroke,” Vlachina said.

Sophomore Jeanae Gimenez also hopes for a trip to state on the 200 medley relay team along with teammates Mattea Arndt, Emily Vlachina and Megan Werch.

“I have been working extra hard on my butterfly because that is my stroke in the relay, and I’m using dual meets to get in more practice,” Gimenez said.

Vlachina’s favorite part of the season is the end.

“I’m looking forward to sectionals, because that’s the most fun time of the year. By that time of the year the whole team has really bonded,” Vlachina said.

The swim team’s next meet is the North Fond du Lac Invite which is this Saturday at 10 a.m.

Photo: EDGE Photography Junior Emily Vlachina competed in the 100 backstroke and took second place against Appleton North at home on Sept. 16.

Captains rally, motivate team mid-season by

Photo: EDGE Photography Sophomore Kollin McGregor pushes the ball forward against Freedom.

Sportsbriefs Football hopes for Homecoming win

With a conference record of 3-2, football will play against Clintonville for Homecoming on Oct. 10. They are hoping for the win against Clintonville, who lost against Ripon while Berlin beat Ripon on Sept. 5.

“We want to win,” Coach Joe Stellmacher said. “I have not had a Homecoming win since I have been teaching here.”

Volleyball connects, gains wins The varsity volleyball team has developed a team bond which they say led them to a better season record so far at 2-1.

“We are looking forward to the rest of the season and we are predicting it to be successful,” senior Emma Krueger said. “Also, we are loving the student section this year.”

Their next game is a tournament at Oshkosh North at 9 a.m.

Saturday.

Girls cross country accepts 5K challenge The girls cross country team faces new WIAA standards to run 5K races instead of the previous 2.6 mile races.

“The transition is real, and the biggest challenge is with the mindset,” Coach Matt Willett said. “We did bring home the first 5K trophy, which is great.”

Their next meet is Thursday at the Waupaca Invite.

Sierra Klawitter

Starting off an athletic season with multiple team injuries is always a hardship, no matter what sport is being played.

“Injuries are an extreme challenge this year,” captain Bryce Dretske said. “We have multiple players injured and we have to rotate players to new positions.”

Players also must look for guidance from team captains to play well despite losing players to injury.

“Bryce and Ryan have been motivating us to work better as a team and continue fighting for the ball,” sophomore Kollin McGregor said.

With five games left in the regular season, boys varsity cur-

rently has a record of 7-5-3 and is hoping to improve before the season ends.

“We are working hard on passing and communicating and because of this, we have been scoring more goals this season,” McGregor said.

The captains have strategies to motivate their team on and off the field.

“As a captain, I look to support the team the best I can and try and tell them what they can do better,” senior Ryan Sondalle said. “Before the game, we also work to get the team pumped up before going out on the field.”

In practice they focus on simple drills and communication.

They work on learning how to get down the field quicker and what to do when they receive the

ball.

“We practice a lot of passing and trapping, as well as speed drills,” Dretske said.

The captains also have their players looking ahead to match ups with historically competitive teams.

“I’m really hoping to score a goal against Xavier this year,” Dretske said.

With Xavier being a Division 2 school, they are tough competition.

“It’ll be really good to know what to do when we get to Xavier,” Sondalle said. “Our October 9 game against Omro is our last game before regionals and we’re hoping to win because we lost to them last year in a tournament.”

Their next game is tonight at home against Ripon.

Concussions by the Numbers A concussion is a bruising of the brain. When the brain is bruised it releases proteins that cause symptoms such as headaches, sensitivity to light, loss of consciousness and loss of memory. Symptoms can last for days or weeks, and are treated by mental and physical rest.

Concussions per 100,000 athletes - Football: 64 - Girls soccer: 33 - Boys soccer: 19 - Boys wrestling: 22 - Girls basketball: 18 - Softball: 16 - Boys basketball: 16 - Cheerleading: 11 - Volleyball: 6 - Baseball: 4 - Track: 4 - Girls swimming: 2 - Boys swimming: 1

Every year, roughly 3.8 million concussions are suffered by high school athletes.

A concussion is the second most common brain injury for people between the ages 16 and 24.

Sources: www.dosomething.org Athletic Trainer Melissa Johnston

Athletes can experience symptoms of a concussion between two days and three weeks.

Only 10% of all concussions involve a loss of consciousness.

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