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12 days left, students eager for June 12 -- pg. 5 c.m. russell high school great falls, mont. may 28, 2015 vol. 49, issue 11
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CONTENTS 1 - Cover photo of 2 - Table of Contents NEWS 3- Senior Preview, Peyton’s colum 4- Journalism editors, CSI OPINION 5- Editoral, Speed Limit, Laura’s colum 6- Kloppel 7- Speak Your Mind FEATURES 8- Look-a-Like, Olivia’s colum 9- Photo spread CENTER Chickens FEAURES CONT. 12- Memorial Day 13- Elective Round Up 14- Foreign Exchange ENTERTAINMENT 15- American Roulette, 16- State Fair, Clubs 17- Summer Round-up SPORTS 18- Sports Timeline, Lindsay’s Colum 19- Softball BACKPAGE 20- Yearbook Party
editor-in-chief peyton fulbright
online editor tony lynes
visual content editor tom gruner
news/opinion editor laura marsilio
features/ entertainment editor olivia rudio
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advertising manager jj mitchell
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Donating blood (1) senior Callie Workman and Stu Grey (6) watch as the nurses prepare for the IV. Physics teacher Mike Lathrop (2) receives the teacher of the year award on May 20. CMR choir sings at the Heisey Award ceremony (3) on May 4. Russellog juniors JJ Mitchell and Christina Brennan (4) hand out yearbooks for everyone to look at (5) on May 21. Photos by Annie Lewis, JJ Mitchell and Iris Kaiser.
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drew brennan jesse whiteman elea roberts katelyn smith allison hanson april hummel nate johnson shannon o’neil sarina calaman amanda cornwall carli dieruf tamara miller clara mcclain jara wilkinson iris kaiser
adviser
beth britton
principal
dick kloppel
intro to journalism
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Editorial Policy The Stampede -- produced by journalism classes at C.M. Russell High School -- is a public forum for all voices on campus. These voices include the students, parents, faculty and the community at large. The opinions and views in this publication are not necessarily those of the Stampede staff, the student body, CMR employees or the school administration. The Stampede strives to cover the news accurately and fairly; however, when a mistake is made, a correction will be printed in the following issue. All writers are responsible for the content of their articles. Editors will edit all copy to be free of plagiarism and libel, and all writers will double-check their facts before publication. Letters to the editor and guest essays are welcome. Letters are limited
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charlie armstrong christy armstrong rebecca bergman emily cappis julia gremaux abigail gronning kaylani hill ethan kester kieran kurth katelyn morley wyatt rohrich tyla sack rebecca stoker cheyenne wearley jozette wells
NEWS
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Seniors approach end of the line at CMR
Senior Events
Class of 2015 offers advice to incoming freshmen
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by christy armstrong and cheyenne wearley High school revolves around four important academic years during which students learn to develop key social and mental skills they will need to move through the rest of their lives. As these four years come to a close, seniors eagerly look forward to finally finishing the experience and starting their future plans, whether it’s college or an apprenticeship or job plans. For Amber Smith, her senior year seemed easygoing, allowing her to relax and work on the skills she wanted to improve or simply experience before graduation. Looking back at her previous years, Smith noted the days seemed to blend together into one long memory, with a few moments standing out. Despite her excitement to move forward with her life, Smith still feels a touch of sadness at leaving CMR. “It’s kinda hard to describe, cause even though you hate school you know you’re going to miss it, something about it,” Smith said. Looking forward, Smith has decided she would like to try her hand at decorating cakes for a living. The inspiration struck after deciding she didn’t want to pursue a job she would hate to wake up to each morning. She has some advice for freshmen still considering their plans. “Don’t slack off. Like you don’t want to get excited about your GPA rising to a one-point-five. Like it’s amazing you got this far. You should never have to feel that, cause it’s not amazing,” Smith said. “[And] even though you might have a week to get an assignment done, your teacher’s right. Don’t wait until the last day.” Some seniors, such as Kail Williams, seek a more general approach to their future. Williams has spent the last four years enjoying games of football and the time the team made it into the state playoff game. His plans involve going to MSU Bozeman and seeking a job in the medical field in Montana’s Army National Guard. Williams has left fate to decide where he will end up five years from now. This same advice he offers to those just starting their experience. “Don’t let anything keep you down,” Williams advised. “If you go through this with a positive attitude you will have the best time of your life.” Senior Cooper Bridenthal has enjoyed a relaxed year at CMR, and he plans to continue living a good life. Bridenthal already knows he’s moving to Texas in September, and he plans to get a job once there. He said he will miss the opportunities laid out for him by the school, including the chance to interact with and meet new people. Bridenthal’s favorite memories have all taken place in the geology classroom, although band receives the award for his favorite class. For any
I’ll never forget the time, four years ago when I decided to take a journalism class. It was the night where all the eighth grade students had to go and sign up for their freshman year of classes. I had looked through the class brochure for the better part of a week, and I thought I knew what I wanted to take. On the car ride over to the school with my dad, he told me how it surprised him that I wasn’t going to sign up for the intro to journalism class. To be honest, the idea had never even crossed my mind. Luckily, I said I’d do it, to which my dad tried to tell me how he wasn’t trying to make me change my mind, he was just saying it surprised him. He probably still thinks he made me change my mind, but in reality, all that
June 2 Senior Celebration Set-up Preparing for the annual senior talent show June 3 Senior Celebration Rehearsal Preparing for the annual senior talent show June 3 Senior Celebration Annual talent show put together by the seniors June 3 Seniors’ Last Day Last day of school for seniors
photo by cheyenne wearley freshmen looking to have a good high school experience, Bridenthal offers this advice. “Be yourself. Don’t try to be someone you’re not,” he said. “Don’t step on the skull!” Some seniors, including Victoria Slaughter, have spent only their senior year at CMR. Slaughter moved to Montana from Louisiana about one year ago, facing the problems of finding friends and her place to fit in three years into the experience. Despite having gone to nine military schools, she still struggled at first, but she admits everything was much easier once she had found her place at CMR. Her favorite memory was the time she was cheering at the state football game, despite the chilling cold that caused her to literally start crying at one point. “CMR definitely pushed me to be better and to take on any challenge myself,” she said. After she graduates she plans to work after high school until she earns enough money to go to college at LSU in Ruston, Louisiana, and be a strong, independent woman. When asked what advice she would give to incoming freshmen one word came to mind. “Care. Care about school, care about classes, care about friends. If you don’t care you won’t get stuff done. Don’t come in dreading school or you’ll hate it,” she said. “Be aware of your friends and be aware of what you’re doing because it will follow you for the rest of your life, and that your actions affect more than just yourself. Some mistakes you can’t recover from.”
happened was that just hearing those words made me want to give it a try. If I wouldn’t have decided to give journalism a try, my high school experience would have been a lot different. Really, journalism has been pretty much all my high school experience has been. I spent most of my lunch periods here. I spent hours after school here. It’s what people know me from. When I wasn’t in the journalism room, I was at games, taking pictures for the newspaper. Thinking about that, I can’t imagine how unbearable high school would be if I didn’t find something I cared about. rankly, that’s a pretty scary thought. So I’m asking you to find something you care
June 3 Baccalaureate A religious service providing a farewell to the graduating class June 4 Graduation Rehearsal Preparing for the graduation June 4 Senior Tree Planting The planting of a tree in front of CMR June 4 Senior Picnic Picnic for seniors June 6 Graduation Seniors official graduation June 6 All Night Party All night party thrown for seniors
about in school. Maybe it can be a sport. Maybe it’s drama or music. Maybe it isn’t even a class. You are just able to make a personal connection with a teacher who makes it so you can look forward to that part of your day. Because this is my last column, I want to be able to leave you with some good advice for the future. I don’t want you to have to dread every single day when you come into this building. It doesn’t have to be a painful experience. You could actually enjoy it if you can manage to find something to look forward to. So what are you waiting for? Go for it.
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Girls are taking charge CSI happening at CMR Forensics class spends two hours after of Stampede and school processing a crime scene Russellog for 2015-2016 New editors named for next year’s yearbook, newspaper, website S TA M P E D E
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Editor in Chief
Managing Editor
Carli Dieruf
JJ Mitchell
Opinion Editor
Design Editor
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Terryn Premo
News Editor Tamara Miller
Entertainment Editor Clara McClain
Sports Editor Mackenzie Goerge
Features Editor Christina Brennan
Web/Online Editor Isaiah Vang
Buisness Manager Emily Cappis
by carli dieruf, staff writer While most people witness violent murders and hostile shootings on TV shows, forensics teacher Shelli Lavinder-Schwalk has made it possible here at CMR to have students involved in the process of solving those mysterious crimes. Walking into room 328 for the first time, junior Cali Carter thought the class would be an easy A. That was until Lavinder-Schwalk explained the things they would do throughout the year. “I thought it would compare to what is done on TV, but it is so different and so much harder,” Carter said. Although she was not initially prepared for what the year was going to bring, she had no choice but to ready herself and learn the skills she would need for her future career in forensics. Like Carter, senior Easton Elliot took on Lavinder-Schwalk’s forensics class eager to learn what she needed to enhance her education on the criminal justice system. “I love that everything we are doing is directly related to the profession. I’ve always been interested in the criminal field. The labs and activities we do are all so hands-on that I’m learning more than I would in a regular classroom setting,” Elliot said. Lavinder-Schwalk first started the class after she finished college for broad science, she didn’t have any plans at first to start a forensics class until she learned about forensic science during a teacher convention. Then she decided that is what she wanted to start doing. The crime scenes that she has her students process are known to be some of the most exciting things they do throughout the year. “It was the most stressful thing I’ve ever done. But definitely one of the most fun,” Elliot said.
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87 units drawn, most in 15 years
by carli dieruf, staff writer Counselor Julie Graham is in charge of CMR’s blood drives, and this year she was surprised by the increase of units that were actually able to be used. On May 19, 87 units were collected at the blood drive. “It’s a great experience for these students. It’s the gratification from giving that really will stick with them after they donate. I think every student that can, should give it a chance,” Graham said. Donating blood also is a great way to win awards anywhere up to a scholarship. Use the QR code to learn more about the opportunities that donating blood gives.
OPINION
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Senate Bill raises speeds up to 80 mph
Photo or Art illustration by christina brennan There are now 12 days until summer. A lot has happened since Sept. We’ve made friends, lost friends, attended sporting events, aced assignments, failed assignments, joined a club, helped a stranger, learned new tricks, and there is still so much more we could add to this list. But alongside those, there is one thing that some of us tend to forget about. We are capable of learning, and we have so many ways of learning new things that were never an option before. We From are fortunate to have the opportunity to do all of these point of view amazing things. Why not do something this summer other than wake up in the afternoon to spend the rest of the day watching TV? Go out and do something. Learn something. Anything. To have all of these things to do, and choose to stay at home instead is just silly. By the time there is a week left until school starts again, you’ll realize “Wow. I really did waste my summer.” Now I don’t know about you, but we sure wouldn’t want our summer to fly right by and have little to no memory of the great things that happened within those short months. When we think summer, the first thing that comes to mind is water, sun, and fun. That can
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be found all over town during the summer. There really is no limit to the things there are to do. And who knows, you may even have one activity to do every day during the break after you hear some of our suggestions. Ride your bike somewhere you haven’t gone before, go to a museum, attend an art class, learn to cook, try something that you’ve never tried before. Expand your knowledge and have fun this summer. Don’t keep yourself locked up at home and let your summer dwindle away. Even if you are stuck at home, there are options. Sit outside on your lawn and read a book, find a neat craft idea online and make it for a family member or a friend, try a few yoga poses, make a short dance routine and practice it as a workout. Now although workouts and museums may not sound like the sort of thing you may be interested in, you never know. They may be more interesting than they sound. Try something new. Don’t be so close-minded to things you could try. Just because school is over doesn’t mean the learning has to stop.
As “Easy A” taught me, “The books you read in class always seem to have a strong connection with whatever angsty adolescent drama is being recounted.” Whether it’s movies, television shows, or novels, everything seems to be relating to that one big teen change: college. Honestly, the idea of college frightens me. Going off to college is probably one of the biggest fears of any young adult’s life next to the zombie apocalypse. I guess when you think about it, the zombie apocalypse is similar to college. A bunch of people, eyes red, carrying themselves to the next building and trying to find the closest food source. For some, they’re the lone, heroic survivor fighting in a world that is trying to eat them up. For others, they’re the unprepared person surrounded by zombies trying to come up with a plan to survive. Some others are in
by allison hanson, staff writer On Feb. 11 the Montana Legislature passed senate Bill 288, effectively raising the speed limit from 75 mph to 80 mph on interstates. Being a driver myself and driving on the roads, I think it would be beneficial to raise the speed limit. It will help everyone get to their destination faster, and Montana’s roads are – for the most part -spacious. Many people think that the increased speed limit will help, but others are against it. According to krtv.com, the Montana Highway Patrol said it would be dangerous to bump up drivers’ speeds when they are passing other cars or going by vehicles stopped on the shoulder. Technology makes a higher speed limit more benefical. “We all have new cars, and going 80 miles an hour and you don’t even feel like you’re going 50,” said Jonathan Windy Boy, D-Box Elder. The benefits of the new speed limit include people being able move faster, pass easier, and get to their destination quicker. According to a May 5 Associated Press article, tickets will be increased under the new law. Drivers who are found going 81 mph to 90 mph will be fined $40. Tickets will total $70 for those driving 91 mph to 100 mph, $120 for 101 mph to 110 mph, and $200 for traveling 111 mph or faster. This law will take effect on Oct. 1 after the summer driving season. I think that the tickets will cause bigger troubles for drivers who speed. Many will be unhappy about the cost of raising ticket prices. Drivers may have a fear of going faster or unable to drive certain speeds. “I think the highways are built for higher speed, “ said sponsor Sen. Scott Sales, R-Bozeman. Highways are built for higher speeds it may slow down our reaction time. It will be easier to drive on the highway 5 mph more. It can help us ease with the long drive and make us get to our destination quicker than normal.
a group, safely atop a tower where no zombies can get them. You may keep pushing and pushing through those hordes of stress, work, and other problems, and sometimes it’ll be hard, but all of us have made it. We have finally come up to the “safe zone” that is graduation. From there we will move on to the future. We’ll find that “cure” and make the world a better place. The zombies won’t get us down. On a serious note, however, it’s going to be hard to let go. To finally move on to a different place with new people is a scary thought. Sometimes I feel like that kid who is surrounded by a hoard of zombies, trying to find my way to survive the now, to make it later. When I first joined this class last school year I was so nervous. I felt like that lone survivor, unable
to communicate with other people. I found out soon that this class was different. Everyone was welcoming and kind. This class is the person who would go back to find whoever they left behind even if that meant surrendering to the zombie horde. Although the year is almost over, we are still and forever the class of 2015. In just a few short days we will be done. Some of us will be only a few miles apart, while others might be thousands of miles away from another. In the end, though, we’ll always be one. Unlike the movies, however, it’s a real struggle trying to make it. There won’t be that hero to come save the day, but we won’t fail either. We’ll be our own hero and no matter where we are in life, we’ll make it. Class of 2015 it’s been real. To all those with whom I’ve shared wonderful memories: thank you
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Watching the years fly by
Kloppel bids the school farewell What are you going to miss about Dick Kloppel? “How entusiastic he was about everyone at CMR. He will really be missed and it will take a lot to take his place.”
“Just his personality, he is such a cool guy.”
nate moore, 9
hannah pate, 10
“How personable he is, and he is very understanding.”
justine johnson, 12
“How personable he was. He knew eveybody and he knows everybody’s first name, he knows their wifes name, he knows their kids name, he just knows everybody on a very personal level. You don’t see that a lot of times with administrators. He was always approachable and knew everybody’s story.”
“How he relates to “He is always really nice and the kids and their is really supportive of all the personal situations.” things that we do. He was really annabella aline, 9 good with homecoming and likes to do fun things. He un“How much time derstands what we like and he and effort he puts supports it.” into the school and aubrey wasson, 9 into the kids.”
dennis mora, history
“Him being on top of things all the time.”
mary brown, 9
“His intelligence. I’ll miss being able to talk to him everyday.”
benjamin kaul, 9
“I’ve always loved that he was just another guy, I felt that I could talk to him about anyhting. He is very personable and that is a quality I admire and look up to.” nate johnson, 12
“His calm, positive demeanor.”
gia klinker, 11
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“I’m going to miss a lot about Kloppel. Seeing him everyday, and just his posotive attitude. Like all the time. You can always go to him and look for a smile and no matter what you’re going through he’ll be there and just say, hey it’s okay. Without Mr. Kloppel I definatly would not be the leader I am today. He’s just an amazing person.”
karlee simonson, 12
by abby gronning They say high school is the best four years of your life. While that may be true these four years seem to go by so fast. Most people can’t wait to get out of high school. So many people just want to become an adult and be on their own. Personally, I wish time would just slow down. This year has gone by so quickly. We only have so many years left to live with our parents. Only so many years until we have to pay bills and live on our own and make our own decisions. It all seems so close yet so far. For some it is just right around the corner. For others, it’s three years away. Some people don’t understand that even though high school is a time to build memories it is also a time to educate yourself. Yes, I know not many of us are going to use algebra every day after high school, but it isn’t the end of the world. Teachers are here to help; you just have to ask. Balance creating memories and creating that final project for English. High school is all about learning to be independent. Most of our parents let us stay out later, and hang out with our friends more. Most of us get our license and hopefully a car so we don’t have to ask mom or dad for a ride everywhere. It’s our time to have fun before more responsibilities dull our excitement. Enjoy these four years of your life. They are going to go by really fast, and then you will be looking back wishing you were still here. Get out and get involved. Make memories and don’t just wish these years away. Slow down. This is our time.
Music program deserves respect by jozette wells Words will never be capable of expressing my love for music. The fine arts are so incredible. There’s hardly ever a time when my earbuds aren’t plugged in, streaming from the speakers or I’m making music, all thanks to my violin. In other words, I am constantly involved in music. Unfortunately, sometimes the classroom makes it impossible to do so. Some teachers do not understand music is a language, a language that takes endless commitment. Being able to participate in the district and state festivals has taught me so much. What I can’t comprehend is why the music programs aren’t treated the same as sports. Music takes just as much effort as football or basketball. I try to practice as much as possible to get better, as do people committed to sports. By practicing, it doesn’t always mean standing in the comfort of your own bedroom. Sometimes, it takes going to master classes, recitals, and private lessons. Performing is just like getting ready depart to the field for crosstown. Your knees feel weak as you prepare yourself to take your first strides. After you dash off, the time flies and eventually the game is over. You hear the fans going wild and you feel the pressure descend. Just because music isn’t athletic, doesn’t mean anything. Music is my sport. It’s an enormous amount of work, but it will always be worth it.
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Speak Your Mind
What will you remember most about being on yearbook or newspaper staff? All the late nights and crazy things Eating so many I’m going to we have done, from sliding Oreos frooties every day to remember down our faces to making edits. the point of almost talking with They were always my favorite throwing up. students and parts.
-Sarah Corrigeux,12
-April Hummel,12
I will remember all of the friends and late nights with pizza the most.
-Payton Netz,12
Going to Missoula for UM day.
There was one interview I did with a very attractive guy, and I literally could not talk. He was so cute.
-Katelyn Smith,12
-Drew Brennan,12
What I will remember most is being on yearbook staff, all the endless hours creating it, then how incredible the day is when it comes.
I will always remember when I was the background of all computers. Simply magical.
-Jesse Whiteman,12
-Cassie Storm,12
Building stronger relationships with friends and being in a chill environment.
-Allison Heikkila,12
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I will remember getting together and working really hard to push through.
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I will remember I will remember all of getting excited the laughs, frooties, for seeing the and wonderful yearbook for the creative designs. first time. -Caitlin Soltesz,
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Reflecting back by tamara miller, staff writer Nearing the end of my junior year a million thoughts start going through my head. I have to set up when and where I want my senior pictures done, start listing people for my graduation announcements, choose if I want a graduation party or not, and the list could go on and on. The feeling that you’re almost done with high school is like a big boulder being thrown at your face. It just hits you out of nowhere and you have no idea where to start. Senioritis may happen when you’re a senior but by the end of your junior year you get junioritis, same thing just a tad bit earlier. Getting through one of the hardest years in the high school journey is an accomplishment. Your junior year to most people is downright crazy. You take so many tests that your brain is about fried. It feels as if no one will stop asking you about your ‘after high school plans’, and the ACT test makes you feel like you’ll never finish this grade alive. No matter what you think about junior year it will be hard, just as hard as any other grade. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Once you get past the speed bumps and holes in the road, your junior year will be over and as you reach that last day of school you can say “I did it. I made it and I’m almost done.” When you’re weeks away from finally being able to call yourself a senior you look back at all the accomplishments you did in elementary school, middle school and high school. It hits you that you only have one more year to make the memories count and to make your last year of grade school be the best one yet.
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Student celebrity look-a-like’s Rustlers revel in Hollywood similarities Jace Davis
James Franco
Asia Langhorne
Jada Pinkett Smith
The “Franco Brothers” are a big deal both online and in movies. They are known for their similar looks along with their dashing personalities and big smiles. When you see junior Jace Davis walking around, you could easily think that he may just be a younger Franco, and he agrees. “I do think I look like him, and a handful of people have told me that they think we look alike, and that’s pretty cool,” Davis said. James Franco has a very bold personality and most of the movies he stars in make people fall to the ground laughing. Jace shares the comical personality. “I do make people laugh sometimes. I don’t know how, though. I’m never trying. I guess I’m just kind of funny.”
Jada Pinkett Smith is well known for her beautiful features along with her hilarious husband, Will Smith. Sophomore Asia Langhorne agrees that she sees similarities in their looks and styles. “I think I look like her for the most part,” Langhorne said. “When I have my braids in, we do look really similar, which is really neat.” “My mom says if anyone looks like Jada, it definitely would be me. She’s read stories and seen pictures and says our look and personalities really do match,” she said. “I think I’m very outgoing, caring, funny, and laid back. And I guess Jada is the same way.”
Carsen Smith
Blake Lively
Actress and model Blake lively is bubbly and outgoing, which is easy to see if you watch any of the movies she stars in. Junior Carsen Smith says she doesn’t see the similarities although a lot of other people do. “People have said I used to look like Adele, which I can see,” Smith said.
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Most people know Megan Fox for her beauty, and when you look at sophmore Aspen Kristiansen, you can see many similarities. “I actually get that I look like Megan Fox a lot. I think it’s just because of my hair and eye color. They contrast and I think that’s what really stands out,” Kristiansen said. Megan Fox is often the one in the movies to show off her skills, and she’s never shy of showing what she’s able to do. Kristenson thinks that she’s the same way. “I’m really loud and outgoing. I’m not sure if Megan Fox is like that, but I really am. I always try to keep it real.”
Whenever I think of graduation, I’m mostly focused on the aspect of walking across the stage, getting my diploma and attending the all-night party. But I don’t often consider the hangover of my entire high school career looming over in the week after while everyone is still attending. This idea is really strange to me and it makes me think of all the things I won’t be able to do after us seniors depart. I wonder who I’ll talk to and who I’ll never see again. You never notice while passing through the halls or sitting in class, the subtle connections we all make with one each other until they’re gone. And while moving away from the CMR community, I feel my experience will always be with me; particularly working for The Stampede. After tracking down people for interviews, agonizing over columns and eating too many Frooties to count, I’m going to miss room 326. Working on staff has been a great privilege over the
Mulan was the princess who stood for her country and 90’s kids remember her for it. Senior Breana Hylla says that she’s been told on more than one occasion that she looks exactly like Mulan. “People say I look like Mulan, and I think I do, too. I embrace it,” Hylla said. “I don’t mind at all.”
last four years. I’m glad I got to watch the succession of the paper of the past four years. I feel blessed to have worked with so many gifted, talented people. Four years go by fast and then all of a sudden the rug is pulled out from underneath you and you’re on to the next step in life. It has been surreal to count down the months to the days on my fingers until school is over. In that last week I will be thinking about all the students and teachers who have been there for me over these past four years, particularly in the journalism department. I’m both excited and anxious for this year to be over. But as the greatest doctor I’ve ever known said, “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” This is important to keep in mind while moving on to the next stage of my life. Don’t look back with too much regret or sentiment. Just smile and turn the page to the next chapter of life.
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1. Freshmen Emily Cappis, Jozette Wells, Rebecca Bergman, and Kieran Kurth stop and take in the view.
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Make a run for it 2. Freshman Bethannie Croxford and Samuel Hirsch run laps in gym on May 22. 7. Junior Cookie Arboleda’s face lights up with a smile when in art on May 22. 8.Teacher Chris Evans works hard in the drama room on May 22.
4 Homework.. how about teamwork 3. Juniors, Zach Warneke and Tucker Wilke work on homework in the media center; seek each other for help and knowledge on May 22. 4. Juniors Morgan Nydam and Kaitlyn Held go across the line in order to investigate on May 22. 5. Senior Gabrielle Andrews relaxes on her phone as her art is all finished up. 6. Senior, Justin True on May 18 gets his blood drawn by his own dad during the blood drive.
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Honoring those who serve Memorial Day a time for military members, family to remember
by rebecca stoker and wyatt rohrich Growing up, teacher Shelli Lavinder-Schwalk wasn’t in a military family, but they became military aware when her brother joined the Army. Her son Kristian Lavinder also joined the Army. “[I] never realized what military families went through until my son was there,” Lavinder said. Her son will be a flight nurse, and she said he is really good at what he does. It is a mixture of emotions. She is proud of him and afraid for his safety. She is sad for his children because they don’t get to see their dad. “[I’m] proud that they protect our freedom,” Lavinder said, adding that he has saved a lot of people. Growing up having three-day weekends changed for
What does Memorial Day mean to the ones going into the military? Ever since senior Taylor McCarthy was little she wanted to join the Army. McCarthy enlisted in the Montana Army National Guard on April 10, 2014, and she swore in on April 26. “I wanted to follow in my dad’s footsteps,” she said, adding that her father was her biggest inspiration to join the military, and she wanted to make him proud. Her father, Joseph Lenhart, served in the Army for about four years from 2001 to 2005, and he enlisted right after 9/11. She said Memorial Day is “giving thanks to the men and women that serve and everyone who’s lost their lives,” and every Memorial Day she goes camping with her father. She also wanted to thank veterans for everything they do. To senior Christian Rodriguez, Memorial Day means honoring those who serve our country and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Rodriguez plans to join the Navy after high school more specifically the Navy Seals. He’s joining the Navy out all the other branches, “because there are a lot of benefits to help him with his future,” he said. He believes he is obligated to serve and that there’s a need for soldiers in this country. Even though he said it sounds corny he celebrates Memorial Day by taking advantage of all the freedom here. He usually celebrates by being outdoors hiking or kayaking, and having a moment of silence for those who have lost their lives. He added that he would like to thank all present and past servicemen and women and their families.
teacher Ed McNamee when he joined the military. He said sometimes life is easier when he is deployed because he works in an environment that is incredibly supportive. His family are the real heroes, he added. McNamee has the utmost respect for military families who deal with a loved one being deployed. He has been to Afghanistan three times, and he said a little piece of him is left behind there. On Memorial Day he said he takes a break to enjoy what we have here in this country. “It’s nice to just worry about baseball,” McNamee said., adding that it’s nice to be home. “People have given the ultimate sacrifice; they’re a lot braver than I am.”
“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude . America will never forget their sacrifices“ - President Harry S. Truman
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Waterloo, N.Y. was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in 1966.
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Memorial Day born from the Civil War.
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Photos by Rebecca Stoker
“A nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure.” - President Abraham Lincoln
“Memorial Day isn’t just about honoring veterans, it’s about honoring those who lost their lives. Vererans had the fortune of coming home. For us, that’s a reminder of when we come home we still have a resposibility to serve. It’s a continuation of service that honors our country and those who fee defending it.” - Pete Hegseth
“We cherish too, the Poppy red * That grows on fields where valor led * It seems to signal to the skies * That blood of heroes never dies.” •
Red Poppies would grow on the graves of soldiers that died in Flanders during World War I.
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E xtracurricular Excitement Students explain their reasons for loving extracurriculars by clara mcclain, staff writer In addition to the core classes that every student is required to take, CMR offers a multitude of interesting, funky extracurriculars. Check them out.
Stagecraft
Family environment and the freedom to create what you envision, that’s what stagecraft gives its students. “Team work is a big thing, we put out a product that we all worked on. The teacher is awesome and the kids are like a small family,” senior Anthony Tanguma said. Many classes have a set way to do things, formulas, sources, deadlines all in a row, but stagecraft lets the students let their creative minds roam free. Teacher Chris Evans encourages his students to be creative. “Stagecraft is a class where you’re allowed to come up with a product and show it to an audience. You’re encouraged to use your creative minds,” Tanguma said. They take different ideas from all the students and create a project to present to an audience. “In school, you’re told what to do and how to do it, but in stagecraft we’re encouraged to think up different ways to do it,” Tanguma said.
Newspaper staff members finish up two issues dujring late night on May 26. Photo by Amanda Cornwall.
Developing Child “You get to meet people with similar interests and learn about the development of human life and what it means to be a parent.”
~Emily Neumann
Music Theory
“I like music theory because it allows me to learn about the people of the past that have led to the current state of music and their influences. You learn to create things in similar styles to past composers. It really is a great way to learn about music.”
~Levi Long
Graphic Design
“You make a d ve r t i s e m e n t s and learn how to convey the message through the pictures in the simplest way. And you design lots of logos.”
German students gather for storytime with teacher Anne Bulger on Jan. 16. Photo taken by Beth Britton.
~Linda Li
Aerobics
Can aerobics actually make exercise fun? According to sophomore Hailee Walker, it does. “We’re able to have fun and exercise at the same time,” Walker said. Along with her other gym classes throughout the day, Walker wanted a class that was enjoyable, but still had her working her body. Walker is also meeting so many new people in aerobics that she wouldn’t have even thought of talking to otherwise, including a girl from Thailand, who goes by Ping. Walker loves talking to everyone in the class and learning new ways to stay in shape.
Publications
“It’s my life. It’s like a family environment because we all help each other when we’re struggling. We build relationships outside of journalism that we otherwise wouldn’t have. B is like my mom. I feel that she’s been there for me for the last three years, whether it’s part of journalism or not.”
~JJ Mitchell
World Language
“I really, really love the language and the culture. The way Madame teaches is the best environment for anyone to learn in.”
~Matthew Grooms
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5.28.15 The Stampede Weirdest thing Americans do?
“Some people eat strawberries in their salad, ice cream with French fries and peanut butter jelly sandwiches. Disgusting.”
Sarah Krukova
Czech Republic
What will you miss the most from your stay here? “Mr. McNamee’s government class.”
American Adventure comes to an end
What is your favorite American food?
“Junior bacon cheeseburger from Wendy’s for two bucks. Oh my god, it is so good.”
Weirdest thing Americans do?
“Manners at the table and how they approach each other.”
Funniest memory from your time here?
Jose Steffanelo
“When I went to say ‘hi’ to someone with a kiss on the cheek and a hug as we do in Brazil. “
What is your favorite American food?
Brazil
“I don’t really have a favorite American food, but I’ll sure miss Mac and Cheese.”
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Our CMR exchange students’ time here has almost come to an end. Karl, Josephine, Alice, Lucia , Sara B., Jose, and Sarah K. will all be greatly missed by our Rustler family. Treat this page as a reflection of their year in Great Falls. Stay rowdy, exchange students. You will forever be Rustlers in our hearts!
What will you miss the most about America?
What are you going to miss the most about America?
“I will miss how welcoming the people are. They are so nice and accepted me so quickly. Everyone is nice to you even if you don’t really know them. They say hi and you do the same I think that is great. ”
“All the differences.”
What is your favorite part about America? “Free time.”
Lucia Barbeito
What is your favorite American food? “Seafood and unhealthly food.”
Spain
Are you excited to go home?
“I like how the people here are very friendly and how they will talk to strangers.”
Fondest memory from your time here?
“I liked MORP. That was fun.”
What is your favorite American food? Sweden
“I like the cinnibon delights from Taco Treat.”
Karl Reuther
Fondest memory from your time here?
Germany
“A little.”
What will you miss about America?”
Sara Beite
Josephine Lund
Denmark
“I told someone, that I am a Godfather, but I accidentally said grandfather and they just laughed at me.”
What’s the weirdest thing Americans do?
Are you excited to go home? “Yes!”
“Americans drive EVERYWHERE!! And put ranch on EVERYTHING.”
What are you going to miss the most about the United States ? “The school spirit and getting ready for prom.”
What are you going to miss the most about America?
What food will you miss the most from America?
“All the friends I made, my host family... and drive-thrus.”
Alice Di Santo
What is your favorite American food? Will it be hard to give up?
“Taco Bell!”
What is your favorite thing about America? “The people.”
Italy
“Definitely burgers and fries! And Oreos. No, it won’t be hard to give it up...can’t wait to start eating healthy food again”
15 ENTERTAINMENT Following cancellation of show, actors discuss need for conversation about school shootings by clara mcclain, staff writer After the cancellation of “American Roulette,” the drama students performed the show twice for family and friends on May 16. The cancellation has made the need for a proper confrontation of the tragedies that have plagued the United States for the last 34 years: School shootings. They’re a hard topic to bring up, and having a rational discussion about them is next to impossible, -- understandably so. Talking about schools being attacked by their students is never an easy thing to come to terms with. However, that’s one of the things addressed in “American Roulette,” along with the overwhelming message of hope and healing. That’s what people leave the theater feeling, not afraid or worried, but like life might actually be OK; just give it time. “It was an eye opener for me. It’s really shocking to see that. There’s more than one side to everything. It’s crazy to see that and the way it was performed was amazing,” freshman Michelle Li said after the show on May 16. It was amazing to see the response from the audience during the talk back after the show; they had questions, and director Chris Evans tried his best to answer them. Many people wondered about his thoughts when directing certain scenes, or why he made a certain character react the way he or she did.
Research was a key component of preparation for freshman understudy Aidan Evans as he created his version of Robert, the shooter in the play. “Backstory was key, on this one kid, Kip Kinkel, the shooter at Thurston High School [in Springfield, Ore.] Lots of things he did made him seem innocent. I didn’t want to create a monster. Innocence is a big part of my creation of Robert,” Aidan Evans said. This is an important topic to bring up around students. “People don’t think it can happen, but it can. Knowing how to handle it and deal with a tragedy like a school shooting,” Aidan Evans said. That’s the scariest thing about a school shooting: It can happen anywhere to anyone for any reason. The cancellation really speaks to the need to have a proper conversation about the causes and effects of these tragedies. “I was angry first. I was angry - furious even. But now I can see why they did it for the safety of the students,” Evans said of the show’s cancellation. For all the talk about why the show shouldn’t go on, freshman Jozette Wells summed up why it should -- just not now. “It was really moving. It was something that needed to be talked about. It was something to know that that’s what goes on in someone’s head. It was incredible, but not in a good way,” Wells said.
When you’re at all the graduation parties be safe and don’t drink and drive
Top left: Christina Brennon stretches befor the understudy show.
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Top: The cast of “American Roulette” gets insight from director Chris Evans during rehearsal on April 21. Left: The understudy cast prepares for the performance on May 16. Photos by Clara McClain.
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State Fair The 2015 Montana State Fair will be celebrating its 84th anniversary with another week of fun. Check back online often to see the progress that the fair is making and the new things that you can look forward to. Concerts
Country Music Award Winners and Nominees: July 27 - Lee Brice July 29 - Dierks Bentley July 30 - Thomas Rhett
Ground Acts
Comedy Hypnotist show Kid’s Tractor Pull Exotic animals Country music Zoom Walk on Water Flippin’ Family Fun Stunt Jump Free Fall
Big Sky Pro Rodeo Themes: Tuesday- Patriot Night Wednesday- Family Night Thursday- Tough Enough to Wear Pink Friday- Pepsi Night Saturday- Spirit Night
Contact
Montana State Fair is located at: Montana ExpoPark 400 3rd St. NW Great Falls, MT 59404 Phone: 727-8900
Exhibits Youth Exhibits
Livestock Exhibits
Junior Livestock Show 4H FFA School Displays
Beef Dairy Goats Junior Livestock Show Miniature Horse Show Pigeon Ponies Poulty Rabbits Sheep
Nature Made
Floriculture Garden & Farm Crops
Cookies, Quilts and More
July 28- August 1 Information/Photo Courtesy: http://www.montanastatefair.com/index.
Creative Arts Culinary Fine Arts Weaving & Wool Hobby Home Arts Photography Quilting
CMR clubs plan activities/adventures for summer by jara wilkinson, staff writer
These are just a few of the CMR clubs that meet during the summer. To learn more about other clubs and meeting dates, ask club advisers.
Fishing Club
Scott Clapp’s most commonly known occupation is an English teacher. Most recently however, he has taken another title to become the fishing club adviser. Sophomore Colby Krantwashl is the student who came up with the idea of fishing club. “I started it because we go to a school where students find joy in fishing. I wanted to have fun as a group,” Krantwashl said. Principal Dick Kloppel had to approve the club, and when he did, announcements started. Currently the club has a few members, but they are looking for more. “This summer we hope to go on a longer fishing trip to Holter, and maybe go to Loma a few times,” Krantwashl said. They meet in room 219 once a week. Next week they will decide when and where they will meet for summer fishing adventures. For more information, see Mr. Clapp in room 219.
Key Club
During the summer, everybody enjoys a little ice cream every now and then. But ice cream is even better when someone else pays for it. On Tuesday, May 19, Key Club members discussed where they will meet during the summer They decided that they will meet at Gibson Park, under the band shell, every third Monday of each month. They will meet from 5-6 p.m. During the meetings they take trips to Dairy Queen. They discuss topics like their summer projects, and what they will do the following school year. “Of course anybody is welcome. We’re always on the lookout for new members,” Mike Lathrop, Key Club adviser said. Key Club members are encouraged to bring students. It offers new friendships to and new stories to share. This year’s summer project is participating in the 406 Color Run on June 13, on UGF campus. Summer projects allow students to find another valuable way to spend their time during the summer between meetings. “Summer is summer. I understand that not all of our members can make it, which is fine. We always welcome new kids,” Lathrop said. “But of course if I have too many students I can’t afford ice cream for everyone.”
FFA
The fair is the best time of the summer for many students, and FFA has the opportunity to take part. During the summer, FFA members meet once a month. And in July, their members discuss the fair. “It’s a group choice of what we do during the fair. Everything in FFA is a group choice. Unless you don’t show up, then you have no say,” said sophomore Vickie Brown, an active FFA member. They also meet once in June and once in August. “Our meeting in June is mainly just to prepare our officers for the upcoming school year,” Brown said. “Our August meeting is to discuss things we’d like to do during the year.” FFA meetings take place at the fairgrounds, the school, or the adviser Jodi Koterba’s house. Anybody is welcome. You will start as a guest, and then you will decide if you’d like to join the club or not. Dates are given out to members, see teacher Jodi Koterba in room 401.
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June 3 Ice cream social at Sunnyside Park - 7 p.m. Entertainment is provided.
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June 6 Farmers Market opening day. Runs every Saturday from 7:45 a.m. noon. Runs every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.
August 15-16 Downpour Music Festival. This takes place at the Expo Park. This event features many Christian music groups.
June 11 Alive at Five every Thursday from 5-9 p.m. This features live entertainment, with multiple food vendors. The location changes every week. July 24- August 1 Montana State Fair, the fair takes place at the Expo Park. The fair features many fun activites such as rides, carnival games, concerts and so much more.
June 7 Electric City Water Park opening day. Open daily from noon-8 p.m.
June 20 & 21 Belt PRCA Rodeo. Starts Saturday at 6 p.m. & Sunday at 2 p.m. This features some of the best bull riders & bareback riders in the state.
JUNE 26, 27, 28, Summer Celebration in Fort Benton. It’s a fun time for people of any age. It features live music and dancing, a firework show, with food vendors on site. There is also a 5 or 1 mile fun run.
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CMR students prepare to travel all over the United States during summer vacation by kaylani hill and emily cappis Not only is summer a break for freshman Mackenzie Benedict, but it’s also a time when she gets to travel and do fun activities with her family and friends. Benedict travels a lot between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. She goes camping, hiking, kayaking, and driving around while enjoying the wildlife. “My favorite part about summer is having no stress from school, the weather, and traveling,” she said. For personal reasons, Benedict is not excited for the summer because her parents are separated and they’ll both be working and she will be babysitting a lot. Benedict babysits her brother, niece, and a friend’s son. She says she knows she will be able to do some fun things here and there because she can drive and will be school-free for a couple of months. Benedict says that her summer quote would have to be “Every day is a new day.” Not only does Benedict have a summer plan for 2015, but one other Rustler student has a busy summer with her sports. Sophomore Siobon Sahadat has cheer practice throughout the summer. “I travel to Spokane, Glacier, and Yellowstone,” Sahadat said. She describes her
summer as very relaxed and said that her favorite parts are the weather, sleeping in, and not having to be stressed out, but there is one thing she dislikes. “I really don’t like all the free time in the summer because I get really bored,” she said. Junior Kenny Evans has a lot of summer plans too. He will travel to Colorado and Texas to visit his family and clean out his grandma’s house because she recently passed away. Evans plans on spending time at the Grand Canyon and going camping as well. “I’m glad summer is coming up because I get a break from high school because it has been very busy,” he said. “This summer is going to be BUSY BUSY BUSY! Not as the school year, but like a fun busy.” One sophomore plans on doing little traveling. Mitchell Dailey plays video games and hangs out with his friends. “My favorite part is not having to go to school because it’s boring and I hate homework,” Dailey said. He is excited for this summer because he gets to see his friends and family. “Summer for me involves food and people with games because it’s life.”
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Throwback to 2014-2015 sport highlights by katelyn morley and julia gremaux
Girls Basketball Crosstown: February 13 State: March 12-14 at Butte Boys Basketball Crosstown: January 12 State: March 12-14 at Butte
Volleyball Crosstown: October 7 State: November 13-15 at Bozeman
Football Crosstown: October 31 State: November 21
Wrestling Divisionals: February 2 State: February 13-14 at Billings
Fall Golf Crosstown: September 22 State: October 2-3 at Bozeman
Softball Crosstown: May 5 State: May 21-22 at Missoula Swimming Crosstown: February 5 State: February 13-14 at Missoula
Winter Soccer Crosstown: September 11 State: October 30- November 11 at Great Falls Soccer Park Cross Country State: October 25 at Helena
Track Crosstown: May 7 State: May 22-23 at Kalispell
Spring Tennis Crosstown: April 24 State: May 14-15 at Helena
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Photos by: Peyton Fulbright Allison Heikkila Caitlin Soltesz Becca Rutledge April Hummel Josey Quinn Here’s the truth: I’m ready to be done studying for finals and doing homework. Graduation cannot come soon enough. But that’s only half the truth. The rest of the truth is that I’m sad to be saying goodbye to C. M. Russell High School. I’m digging through my head to find every memory that made my four years of high school such a positive experience. Here are some of my favorites, and let me encourage you to think about the things that you’ll remember about CMR in the future. Maybe you can connect with some of my memories, and maybe you can’t. But if you don’t have anything to think about, start getting more involved now, because high school will be over with and gone faster than you may think. So here’s my list: First, I’ll never forget the rumble of the juniors and seniors stomping the bleachers during the Homecoming coronation assembly. This year especially, as I walked to greet the upperclassmen, I could feel the vibrations
as well as hear them. That excitement will always function as a symbol to me of how supportive CMR is, a characteristic that I think makes our school very special. Since this is a sports column, I had better share a few things I’ll remember from my different athletic seasons as well. In soccer, the team always hung out around the picnic tables at West Kiwanis Park. We waited for practice to start and viewed the “art” in the overhang area. We talked about literally everything before soccer practice. Another soccer memory comes from the state championship game this year, when I hugged basically any person with a pair of open arms and threw confetti like a lunatic. I’m never going to forget the excitement in my teammates’ faces or my shameless emotional rollercoaster (see laughing, crying, hugging, yelling) after the win. In the winters came basketball season, and although
we may have struggled with our records, basketball was special to me. My personal favorite memory was when the Color Guard walked the flags onto the court in near silence, except for the popping of popcorn in the Key Club concessions booth. Finally, my tennis memories. Although tennis lacked the intense atmosphere of basketball or even soccer, it was a blast for me. I think my main memory would have to be all the times in between matches. We talked and cheered, and really just grew close together as a tennis family. So, that was my very last column. I’d like to close by thanking Rustler Nation for its unwavering support for me. And finally, thank you to everyone in my family. Even when you couldn’t be with me, I knew you were thinking about me, and I hope you know that everything I do is to make you proud. I cannot articulate in words how much you all mean to me.
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Hanging up their hats Spring sports seasons come to an end, athletes share their experiences
by jj mitchell, staff writer Softball, tennis and track and field finished last week, and senior softball player Quinn Hartman said it was an incredible experience playing with her team. “It was the most exciting but sad moments of my senior year,” Hartman said. “I’d say that it’s always a blast to be with my team, which has become a group of sisters over the years and it is sad because it is the last year that I get to be with these girls and play the sport I love.” Hartman’s most memorable moment playing softball was her freshman year when her team won the state championship. “It was so amazing to know that all my hard work and dedication to the sport paid off. I was so happy and filled with joy, and to do it with that team and a group of seniors we had was even better,” she said. “It was literally the best moment of my life so far.” Hartman said that she is going to miss her team and her coaches the most as her softball career at CMR ends. “A lot of the girls I have had the privilege of playing with them since I was about seven years old, and being able to work with them every season, we get really close and I love watching all of them succeed,” Hartman said. She will also miss the people who taught her and her team the skills they have learned today. “I will miss working with our coaching staff as I believe we have the best one in the state, “ she said. Lastly, Hartman has some advice for anyone who wants to try out for softball. “Give it all you have! You never want to get done and have regrets! And don’t take your high school seasons for granted as they come and go very quickly,” she said.
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Junior Patrick Brennan and senior Quinn Hartman in action during the 2015 spring sports season. Photos by Peyton Fulbright.
“Cherish every moment you get to spend on the diamond.” Playing a new sport--tennis--was all about building new friendships for junior Patrick Brennan. “It was a great experience learning a new sport and meeting wonderful people.” Brennan said He is planning on playing tennis next year and hopes to get on varsity and then compete at state. “I’ll be older and [have] more experience. Now that I know the basics I can improve and help other new kids too,” Brennan said. With the sport ending, Brennan said he is going to miss the bonding the team has. “We are like a big family, and we had a lot of good times together.”
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by iris kaiser, staff writer Tiny pieces of candy are being unwrapped and markers are being passed around from person to person. The cafeteria is filled with laughter as you walk in. The yearbook is finally here. Celebrating 50 years is not an easy thing to do. The Russellog works extremely hard all year to produce an amazing work of art. This year’s theme, “Timeless”, showed that no matter the age of our school, it will always be remembered. Senior and Russellog staff member Cassie Storm recognized this, saying that her favorite part helping to put together the yearbook was getting the chance to work with different people. She also said that it was fun to be able to advance in the skills needed to make the yearbook spectacular. Storm loved the party and said that the photo booth was a creative idea and a total party favorite. “It was a great way to capture silly moments with friends,” she said.
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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: A group of sophomores pose at the photo booth that was set up during the party. Sophomore and Russellog staff member Terryn Premo runs the camera at the photo booth. Members of the yearbook staff ride a cart into the room as the party winds down. Photos by Iris Kaiser.