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C. M. Russell High School Great Falls, MT May 10, 2018 Vol. 53 Issue 8 www.rustlernews.com
Stampede staff ventures underground to find the truth about the CMR “bomb shelter” pg. 17
Stampede -- 5.10.18
WHAT’S INSIDE
An open forum for student expression since 1965
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Construction Checkup
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table of contents NEWS
3 -- Foreign Exchange Students 4 -- AP Testing 5 -- Construction Trump’s Advisors 6 -- Suicide Prevention
OPINION
7 -- Editorial, Thunder Dome, Senior Friends 8 -- Body Positivity 9 -- Short Takes
The Stampede
FEATURES
C. M. Russell High School Great Falls, MT May 10, 2018 Vol. 53 Issue 8 www.rustlernews.com
editor-in-chief Mackenzie George editorial board Emily Cappis Clara McClain Quincy Schmechel online editor Gabrielle Pope photo editor Julia Gremaux photographer Sophie Aron adviser Beth Britton
staff writers Grace Carr McKenzie Connell Callan Garner Dorla Gittins Breanna Hyatt Sophie Kluge Maygie Li Austin McIntosh Gauthier Paget JJ Slater Quinn Soltesz Holly Spragg Kaylebb Stahmer
principal Kerry Parsons
Cover photo by McKenzie Connell
18 -- Horoscopes 19 -- This Year vs. Last Year 20 -- CMR Students Favorite Activities
SPORTS
21 -- Roller Derby, Summer Training, Chargers 22 -- Fishing
GRADUATION
23 -- Graduates’ Advice, Lessons Learned
BACK PAGE
24 -- CMR Wears Their Favorites
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 to 200 words, and essays 350 words. All
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The Stampede staff strives to produce a publication that is relevant to the CMR student body while maintaining journalistic standards. We help to provide a free exchange of ideas and establish a student voice in the school community.
10-11 -- Lunch 12-13 -- Spring Sports 14 -- Summer Vacation in Montana 15 -- Machu Picchu, Top 5 Hikes
16 -- Love, Simon Awareness 17 -- Bomb Shelter
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Editor-in-Chief reflects on high school experience Before this year, I can think of just a handful of times when I elected to do something productively pointless but emotionally fulfilling over something that would benefit me down the road. But there is something inescapably intimidating about time, especially when it’s running out. It should encourage you to try new things. After a hectic senior year, one of the biggest lessons I have learned is to take more of those moments to simply have fun. I just wish I had chosen intramural volleyball over homework a couple more times. Don’t wait until senior year to appreciate high school. During these four years, countless opportunities will present themselves, particularly at a place like CMR. Most of the people you meet will want to see you succeed. “Appreciating” CMR does not mean you have to jump into half a dozen activities for which you’ve never held a previous interest. It just means finding a spot. Whether it be a sport, instrument, hobby, or subject in school, find a niche and take a few chances. I have yet to think of a small risk I regret taking. Though I tended to think they would go wrong, they often paid off in much greater dividends than the original decision
entailed. You don’t need an enormous group of friends or an amazing talent to get you through high school. Generally, the best memories arise from the small surprises that come with these risks. Jumping into newspaper workshop my sophomore year without having taken the intro class was a bit of a leap, but I would not change a thing about my high school journalism experience. I was able to learn about others throughout the school who were not like me. We learned to celebrate each other’s differences, to seek truth, and to search for solutions. These lessons are not unique to newspaper class. They are concepts we all can strive for every day. We hope you’ve learned something each time you picked up a new issue of the Stampede. We thank you for reading, and we hope you will continue to support journalism. High school hits both sides of the spectrum in almost every respect. It is exciting and sometimes monotonous, challenging and easy, light-speed fast and yet enduring. And if you do it right, it’s rarely boring. Just like journalism.
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One year,One million memories
E XC H A N G E S T U D E N T S S H A R E T H E I R E X P E R I E N C E S I N M O N TA N A Photos and text by Gauthier Paget
My name is Gauthier, I’m an exchange student from France. Be an exchange student is an amazing experience, incomparable, and unique. I have lived an incredible adventure, might be far and long from my family, but it’s worth it. I wanted to be an exchange student to learn English first, but it’s more than that. You are just growing and you are just changing. I did so much stuff that I wanted to do in France as running, swimming, hiking, taking more videos and pictures -- the stuff I like. I had an amazing family who took me around Montana and other states such as
California, Nevada, Idaho, Wyoming and even Canada. Everyday, every week, every month was a new adventure. I have done so much stuff -- it was a new life, a new country --, so you still want to learn and explore everything with interested. I loved the United States. It was an amazing experience forged into my mind forever.
Juan Garcia, the exchange student from Mexico, feels good in America. “I enjoy the time with friends,” Garcia said. “My family and my friends are super nice.” Being an exchange student is not easy, he said, because you know nobody at the beginning of the year. You are new, but Garcia found his place. He didn’t miss his family, he just enjoys his experience. “Every time with friends,” he said. Garcia is happy for his year, he got his under role, and made the tennis team. He said he likes how friendly Americans are. “My friends in Mexico are kind of mean,” he said. He thinks that when you try to talk with people that you don’t know, in America they will take care of you. In Mexico you can’t choose your classes, so he took French class, something not available at home. And one surprising thing he will miss? “I love the cold.”
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Daniel Watkinson is the exchange student from Sweden, and he said he enjoyed his time in Montana. “I like the new people. I like the new experience,” Watkinson said, adding that everything is different -the school, the people, the sports. “School is a lot more fun than it was for me in Sweden,” Watkinson said. He has lived all his life in Sweden, and he wanted to try something different. “I would felt sort of stuck in Sweden. I wanted to see more, and I thought the United States was a good place,” Watkinson said. He played American football, and he “[has] a lot of fun” even if [he] has a bad football game.” Watkinson said his experience in the United States has allowed him to see a different culture, spend time in a different culture, and understand how people are different. He admits that he missed his family. “Having friends helps get your mind off the things you miss.”
Celia Aizkorreta, the exchange student from Spain, feels totally different from the beginning of the year. “I met a lot of people and did sports,” Aizkorreta said. She completed in cross country, swimming, and tennis -- and was a member of the choir. One of her favorite memories was PROM, she said. “It was so much fun because I spent it with friends,” she said. Being an exchange student is not always easy, she said. Your family misses you or you miss you family. “It was easier that I thought it’s gonna be,” she said. “It makes me stronger.” This experience in Montana changed her. “I opened my mind and met more people,” Aizkorreta said. “I would keep in my mind my friendships. It was so much fun.”
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Vitor Rossato is the exchange student from Brazil. When he arrived in in Great Falls, he said that he felt that “everything is different.“ Being in another country means different culture, people doesn’t the same as your own country, He tried “to adapt myself,” he said. Rossato had never seen the snow before he came to Great Falls, but he said, “I’m getting bored [of the snow].” Even though he is used to Brazil’s warm weather, he enjoyed Montana’s weather. During his year in Great Falls, Rossato said he learned a lot, such as being more an adult. “I’ve got way more responsible than I was before.”
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2018 Testing Dates
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Chemistry, Psychology
“I don’t think [the AP Chemistry test] was quite as uptight as the ACT. To prepare, we did practice problems in class for three weeks. I think it went well -- hopefully I got a 4.”
Up to the (AP) Test
Advanced Placement classes offer Rustlers the chance to push themselves academically and test their college readiness Students aim to earn college credit in AP by Quinn Soltesz, staff writer High school students spend a lot of time prepping for various standardized tests. The ACT was taken by all juniors just over a month ago, and students are already looking towards another exam, or exams, in May. These are the Advanced Placement tests.
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English Literature and Compostiton May 10
US Government and Politics May 11
US History, German Language and Culture May 14
Biology, Music Theory May 15
Calculus AB, French Language and Culture May 16
English Language and Composition May 17
Statistics, Comparative Government and Politics Page designed by Quinn Soltesz.
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The first period Advanced Placement chemistry class poses in their tie-die lab coats. The class, which was taught by Karen Spencer for many years, is now taught by Chris Hibbert. The Advanced Placement chemistry exam is scheduled to be taken on May 7, 2018. Photo by Callan Garner.
The AP tests are taken each year during the first two weeks of May. The 37 tests covering everything from Japanese Language to Calculus BC are spaced out over these two weeks. For the students at CMR enrolled in AP classes, these tests are fast approaching. Sophomore Gail Parambi, who is taking both the AP Psychology and the AP U.S. History exams, explained why she decided to start taking these tests earlier than most. “I chose to take AP classes [and exams] because they are good college preparation, and they will help me for next year when I’ll be taking even more AP classes,” she said. Not only are AP classes beneficial for the fact that they can help a student prepare for the rigors of college, but they also can actually be counted as college credit. AP tests are scored on a scale of one to five, and if someone receives a three or better, they have passed the test. Depending on a person’s score, and their college of choice, they can earn credit that can be used in college. The rewards of taking AP classes are not easy to come by though, as any student who has taken AP knows. Much is expected of a student if he or she is to be successful in an AP class. Junior Ellie VanGilder, who is taking AP U.S. History and plans to take AP Physics and Chemistry her senior year, stressed that the classes are not overwhelming. “It isn’t necessarily that much work, but what you do do has to be really quality,” said VanGilder. As these tests take place and students plan for their schedules next year, it is important to understand the real benefits and expectations of an AP class and their respective exams.
Teacher examines AP student attributes
by Quinn Soltesz, staff writer It takes a certain kind of student to take an Advanced Placement course -- someone who is driven, persistent, and not afraid of hard work. These year-long courses cover rigorously detailed books and give students a look at how difficult a college course can be. AP Biology teacher Tom Cubbage knows that everyone has the capabilities to take an AP class; it just takes tenacity. “Some students wouldn’t put themselves in the category of ‘taking an AP class’, but in reality anyone can take an AP class as long as they are willing to work hard,” Cubbage said. These classes are extremely fast-paced, with some even having chapter tests once a week. Students who enroll in these classes are required to keep up with the curriculum not only in class, but to take time at home to study subjects that are not covered during school. Even though these classes and their subsequent examinations are challenging, they come with their
share of rewards. Taking an AP course and doing well on the exam can show college admissions that you are a top quality student, and that you may have a pre established interest in a particular field of study. In addition to these less-concrete benefits, Cubbage likes to highlight the monetary value of these classes. “For the cost of a single AP test, you couldn’t even get a single credit at most colleges or universities,” he said. The numbers speak for themselves on this matter. It costs $94 to take an AP exam (this number can be reduced if a student demonstrates financial need); in comparison it costs anywhere from $500 to $1500 for a single college credit. You can earn up to 10 college credits at some colleges if you score well on an AP exam. Taking an Advanced Placement course is challenging, and at times can seem quite daunting, but it is important to fully realize the benefits before you decide whether you want to take on one of these classes or not.
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Construction Checkup
As the 2017-18 school year wraps up, construction on the multi-purpose facility and the STEM addition on the industrial technology building is kicking into high gear. Workers are preparing to erect the walls and create an opening in the fieldhouse’s brick facaide. A short bridge will connect the fieldhouse to the new construction. The multi purpose facility will include a wrestling room, a new weight room, and new gym, and office spaces. The new building will feature open space for many different classes to use.
Photos by Gauthier Paget
President Trump’s fired advisers: Where are they now?
by Sophie Kluge, staff writer Since Donald Trump took office in January 2017, more than 30 of his advisers have either resigned or have been fired. While these numbers seem high, they aren’t unprecedented. All of Trump’s predecessors fired and hired people during their tenure, but Trump’s patterns spark interest. Everyone who either resigned or got fired did so under pressure from the President, while some of them didn’t even know they were fired until they checked social media. Rex Tillerson, for example, didn’t know he lost his job as Secretary of State until he checked his phone on his way back from a trip. Along with Tillerson, Veterans Affairs Chief David Shulkin also found out he had been replaced via Twitter. While the number of people who have either quit or been fired is normal and in line with other administrations, the speed of it is different. Within seven days, Reince Priebus, Chief of Staff, and Sean Spicer, White House Communications Director, both left the White House. While Spicer resigned and Priebus was pushed out, it’s a surprising turnover rate that hasn’t been done before. There have also been a few firings that went off track. Steve Bannon, who was the Chief Strategist, said he resigned while President Trump said he fired him. Along with Bannon, Andrew McCabe, who was the National Security
Adviser, was set to retire just a few days before Attorney General Jeff Sessions fired him because Trump said so. President Trump is also notorious for firing people who seem suspicious or involved in the Mueller investigation. The first person to leave the White House, not even a month after the inauguration, was Michael Flynn, the first National Security Adviser. Flynn resigned due to pressure of the Russia probe and misleading Vice President Mike Pence about Russia. Another person who falls within the realms of suspicion for President Trump was James Comey, the FBI Director fired because of the way he handled the Hillary Clinton case, the White House said. This move made Trump the second President in history to fire the acting FBI director, and made the public raise their eyebrows because Comey was also investigating Russia and the possible collusion. But even after being fired, it didn’t hinder their careers. Sean Spicer was on a variety of late night shows to talk about his experience with Trump and the administration. Someone who started her White House career as a reality TV star along with Trump was Omarosa Manigault. She came from “The Apprentice” but was fired as director of African-American outreach, and is now on the TV show “Big Brother.”
Hope Hicks, President Trump and others aboard Air Force One.
Hicks started her public relations career in 2012, after meeting with Hiltzik Strategies and ended up working for Ivanka Trump on her fashion line. Once introduced to the Trump family, she ended up working with the family on numerous occasions. Then, in 2014 Hicks joined the Trump Organization full time. During the election year, Hicks played an essential role as gatekeeper to the press, managing everyone who wants to talk to the Trump family. In December 2016, it was announced that she was the Director of Strategic Communications. In February 2017, it was announced that she was set to resign.
Incoming White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci answers reporter’s questions during his first press briefing during his first day on the job in Washington, DC on Friday, July 21, 2017. (Ron Sachs/CNP/Zuma Press/TNS)
In July 2017, Trump nominated Anthony Scaramucci to be the White House Communications Director. Then, the day of his nomination, Spicer resigned because he disagreed with the position. Five days later, a phone call was released of Scaramucci saying he would fire everyone in the White House communications staff if the person who was leaking information was revealed. Later in July, Scaramucci went to the FBI to have Priebus investigated for leaking information. Then, on July 31, Trump dismissed Scaramucci on recommendation from Chief of Staff John Kelly.
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Family, friends, strangers all affected by suicide by Dorla Gittins, staff writer On April 28, 2017, Rapper Logic released a song called ‘1-800-273-8255’. That is the number for the national suicide prevention hotline. According to the online magazine “Insider,” Logic wrote this song because fans have come up to him saying, “Your music has saved my life.” Suicide isn’t an easy topic to talk about; at times it can be a very personal subject. I know it is for me anyway. A few months ago a close friend of mine tried to end her life a few days after I started attending CMR. For me it was difficult because I blame myself more than anything for what happened to her. I didn’t really want to talk to anyone, and I physically and emotionally was a mess. It made me realize that suicide doesn’t just affect the family of the person, but it also affects friends and even people they barely know. There are warning signs that people give that everyone should notice, but they don’t notice all that much because people joke about suicide. It shouldn’t be a joke. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Each year about 45,000 Americans die from suicide. For every person who has commited suicide, 25 more people will attempt suicide. Since 2007 the rate for suicide has doubled. Some people think that social media has something to do with it because there wasn’t a lot of cyberbullying in 2007. The number has risen rapidly since more people are using social media. “It’s like a ripple effect; our school is like a “family,” and even if they didn’t know the person it brings back old memories of someone they lost,” CMR counselor Jacie Schoenen said.
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“[a] semicolon is used when an author could’ve chosen to end their sentence, but chose not to. The author is you and the sentence is your life.”(The Daily Signal)
It depends on the time of year when students decide to see her about depression. Before a break tends to be a tough time for some students, Schoenen said. Prom can be a tough time for students, as can experiencing a loss of a family member or a break-up. Some students take suicide personally; that was the case when a few years ago a student killed himself. “People tend to blame themselves for what happened,” Schoenen said. Schoenen recommends going to a parent or a trusted adult and telling them what’s going on. “Don’t promise that you won’t say anything,” she said. They don’t need to try to handle it on their own. Talking helps, and Schoenen advises to not be indirect about it. Be blunt and ask “Are you suicidal?” It won’t make them be more suicidal, she added. Schoenen has been affected personally, as one of her friends in high school committed suicide. “It’s tough when someone you see every day and had lunch together isn’t there anymore,” she said. “What do you do now when one of them isn’t there?” As difficult as the topic may be, the best way to help is to talk friends and family. Communicating with people that you’re close to can be better than talking to a therapist you barely know.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IF SOMEONE IS SUICIDAL: • Talking about wanting to kill themselves • Talking about feeling empty or having no reason to live • Making a plan or looking for a way to kill themselves ex: stockpiling pills or buying a gun • Using drugs or alcohol more often source: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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Class of 2018 loses thunderdome tradition by Maygie Li, staff writer Is the tradition of graduating under the thunderdome important? The class of 2018 will officially be the second class since 2007 of CMR students that hasn’t graduated in the home of the Rustlers. Students from now on may have to begin graduating at the Expo Parks due to the lack of seats in the new bleachers built under the thunderdome. During the construction of the new bleachers we lose a substantial number of seats for our parents and family members who wish to attend; so is it picking between the two special family members who are allowed to come or would we rather keep tradition? Senior Tucker Debolt speaks up about the discontinuation of tradition. “I’m kind of upset because my whole family’s graduated from CMR. Half of me thinks that it’s a ruin of tradition, but the other half of me thinks I’m still graduating from CMR, Debolt said. “it doesn’t matter it’s just a place.” Is it disappointing to leave
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such a tradition behind? Do we sacrifice the tradition for the lack of attendance of family members? Was the construction a good idea? Personally, since freshman year the dream of graduating at CMR under the thunderdome was how I imagined I would be graduating, but I don’t want to limit my friends and family members who wish to attend. “For the people who are upset, just remember you’re still graduating with your class. You’re all together, and you’ve fought four years with each other,” Debolt said. “It doesn’t matter where you are as long as you all are graduating together,” Debolt makes a good point, and the fact that all of us seniors are graduating together is what really matters. Graduating under the roof of CMR may die, but Debolt summed it up well. “I feel like it’s grounds for new traditions, some traditions have to die, but it opens up room for more traditions.”
The Stampede staff has watched From the progression of construction point of view from the third floor windows for almost nine months. We have listened to loud hammering, construction workers yelling from the top of the building, and the backup warning beeps of trucks and other machinery. These noises have become a part of our daily environment in 326 and in other classrooms. On the first day of school, the staff went out with cameras in hopes of seeing some sort of interesting building action, yet on the first day all we saw was parked utility vehicles and turned dirt. In spite of this slight disappointment, the construction workers have surpassed our expectations throughout the year. Part of the staff was able to see the groundbreaking, a memory that is now solidified in the ink of the Stampede paper and minds of the students. After this moment, the dirt turned into the skeleton of a building overnight. With excitement, photographers were sent to capture the work, finally meeting the expectations of the staff. Photos were printed, showing the development of the progress just outside our window. But the Stampede has not just noticed the slowly growing multipurpose building. The retaining wall next to the Jock Lot was removed -including the old green and gold mural. The staff has been following the progression of the bond since the rumors began circulating throughout the hallways. The first coverage of the $98 million bond was done by the 2015-16 staff, and now we not only look back on our coverage during the 2017-2018 school year but also look forward to what awaits us next year.
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The Thunderdome is where generations of CMR alumni graduated at the end of their highschool career. Photos by Maygie Li
Sophomore prepares for senior friend to depart to California by Holly Spragg, staff writer High school is a place for many things, new classes, new interests, new people, and new friendships. However with the last one, comes the dreaded goodbye to any friends that just so happen to be seniors. I made a friend in middle school, and it is safe to say that it was a match made in heaven. We were the exact replica of each other with slightly different hair length and color. We were inseparable throughout two springs that we knew each other. That is, until she moved across the country. I know this sounds like the cheesy Disney segment that told the story of some 10-year-old girls who were separated, but it actually was more difficult than it may seem. When something that you knew for years and relied on for years is suddenly ripped away from you, you have nothing to fall back on. My point is that while she was here, I didn’t have a need to try and make new friends. New friendships just developed because of classes. Whatever did form wasn’t the type of friendship that had some huge meaning behind it. But something tells me these new friendships that happened this year couldn’t have been avoided. Whether it be an early morning class and tons of notes, or something that originally started out as me
being rather scared of her, I feel like this was a way to open my eyes to more and give me something else to fall back on. One of my friends is an artist who has an incredible talent for art so she is going somewhere in California. I watched her apply for about a million scholarships
throughout the time we sat together in the library. Sometimes it feels as though I watched the preparation to leave. As much as it hurt to finally realize that another friend would be leaving it was nice to hear about an acceptance letter, a scholarship, and when her grad announcements finally came in. She once told me that I was lucky that I had a senior friend and I didn’t really believe her at first, but recently I saw that she was right. Despite the stereotypical perk of being able to use the senior lot I think she may have put some of her “wisdom” (maybe another word can’t think) into my mind. I don’t know about all seniors, but this one was pretty laid back and gave off the “chill” vibe. She took naps in the library and gossiped with the librarians. Whenever I was panicking she jsut told me to calm down or get over it. Even though she kind of (majorly) intimidated me, I wouldn’t trade this friendship and experience for anything. This year, I had the privilege of having classes that included students from all grades. While I may not be friends with all of them, maybe a few I didn’t even speak to, I know that when I return next year, something will be missing.
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Women empowered by loving and accepting themselves
page by Maygie Li, staff writer I believe that women are beautiful as long as they can see it within themselves. It doesn’t matter if the whole world can see their beauty, but if the person looking into the mirror doesn’t see it themselves then beauty never existed. Junior Malcolm Contreras speaks up about women and their rights to their own bodies. “I feel that oftentimes more than not women’s bodies are put in place of the actual woman figure [and] themselves; it’s super sad and shows where we still are as a society; there are many women who deserve to be in higher positions than their male counterparts, but we still have a conscious or unconscious belief of male superiority.” Society needs to realize that not only one sex or gender can support women. Society doesn’t have the body that women hate because of their scars or stretch marks. The height that women feel that defines their standards compared to models; their waist size is too big or too small; their breasts are too full or not full enough. I would first like to apologize to all the women who I have ever called beautiful or pretty because women are much more than that. Our curves do not allow the eyes of people who don’t appreciate them; our waist is more than just a size, and our body is more than just a number. Our stomach is the proof of beauty spilling out because of the food we are blessed with; my handles mean nothing more than the handles of cups that hold my coffee. We only move forward as women when we
realize the striking resilience in ourselves. My thighs may touch, but only because they love each other too much; the hair on my legs still grow back; and my waist doesn’t shrink because my heart loves food too much, and my eyes may be small, but they view the world with so much beauty. Women deserve to celebrate the one body provided to them, and change it if they will, but as long as they can see that they were beautiful before and after their transformation then so be it. I encourage women to seek the body that they desire whether it’s through blood and sweat, or a quick transformation under the knife. Women look into the mirror and only see the flaws that they feel define them, but miss the beauty that had created them. “Making sure you love yourself and you look in the mirror and be like “[dang] I look good” no matter what you pants size or what your skin tone I think is a super important key to empowering women and overall having a better quality of life,” Contreras said. The color of skin is nothing more than the beauty of one’s culture or race forever tattooed as a reminder of another reason to love not just ourselves, but love for everyone. The freckles that lay across one’s skin is the kisses of the sun thanking you for going outside; or freckles that we’re blessed with from birth is the extra parts of your parents they wanted to give you. “I think that empowering movements like the “me too” movement, the whole feminist movement and the self love movement will only aid everyone in the future; we all need to have an open ear to those who need it and be ready to enact change,” Contreras said. Women need to love themselves before they can realize the beauty in others; remember you are much more than just a number, and support the wildflowers that women are.
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Homecoming leaves lasting memory
DECA Club inspires student
by Harley Clifton, guest writer My absolute favorite time of the school year has to be Homecoming. I love everything about it. From the hall decorations to the Coronation ceremony, it’s all so exciting. Even for the theme days, I love going out with my friends to pick out items to dress up with. Walking through the halls once the hall decorations have been put up is so intriguing. As an artistic person myself, I like to admire all of the time, effort, and detail put into the decorations. I enjoy seeing all of the things each class comes up with based on their individual themes. Coronation may be my favorite day of all. Seeing my friends get all dressed up never fails to bring a smile to my face. Even just walking into the field house and hearing the pep band gets me so pumped up. I always make sure to get a seat right down in the front of the bleachers, partially because I’m short and have difficulty seeing over other people, but also because I want to be as close to the
by Izzy Castriz, guest writer My favorite memory from high school so far would have to be traveling and competing with DECA. DECA has given me the opportunity to meet so many new and exciting people, and experience business in a whole new way. Competing in front of a panel of judges was really nerve-wracking, but being surrounded by such positive and uplifting team mates made it so much easier. Everyone is always so supportive of one another, which is truly an amazing atmosphere to be in. Freshman year was the first year I participated in the club. The first competition I attended was not at all what I expected it to be. It was professional and educational too. You could tell everyone wanted you to do well and get as much out of it as we could. The competition lasted two to three days. For the events that I participated in, they would placed me my event, then was given 30 minutes of prep time, and 15 minutes to present to the judges. That is the same process for a lot of the events. For other events, students are given weeks before the competition to prepare. They come to the competition with a premade presentation to present to the judges. After all the competing is done, it is time for the award ceremony. Normally there is a guest motivational speaker, and an activity like a party afterwards. I thought DECA was the right club for me, not only provided me with amazing opportunities and the confidence to do things I didn’t believe I could, but business and law have always interested me. It helped my love for the subject grow and develop amazing friendships along the way.
action as possible. I love hearing the storylines the faculty come up with every year to entertain us. Then the royalty walks in dressed in their stunning dresses and their suits. As they crown king and queen and they are adorned with their crowns and their royal robes, everyone cheers. It’s such a great way to celebrate our peers. As the week comes to a close, and the hall decorations get transferred to the floats, my excitement only grows. The parade after school is such a fun thing to experience! Afterwards I usually go out with friends and get food before it’s time to get ready for the game. Once face paint is on, as well as colorful tutus, we race to get to the stands. We get as forward in the stands as we can to show our boys support. And for a grand finale, there’s always the Homecoming dance afterwards.
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Get your lunch on
Spread by Gabrielle Pope, online editor
The kitchen staff are dedicated to serving CMR’s students
Kitchen manager Joan Karls is one busy lady. Whether it be filling out paperwork for lunch plans for the weeks ahead or making 65 gallons of chili for the day, Karls remains committed to what she says is the most important thing: “Feeding the children, nutritious and wholesome meals.” But Karls isn’t alone working in the cafeteria. She has a whole kitchen staff to help her every step of the way. “My staff will do anything and everything I ask them to do because they know that I as well will jump right in and help them right away. It’s very much a team effort,” she said. The lunch ladies’ schedules vary from day to day, but for the most part they start preparing food for the four elementary schools that they provide for around 9 a.m. and get that food sent out about half an hour later. “After all of that, we turn around and make the lunches for the 400500 students at CMR,” she said. In between cooking and preparing all of those lunches, Karls has to make sure that all the CMR’s lunch ladies are paperwork gets done. hard at work in the kitchen “No jobs get done until the paperwork is preparing hamburger lunches submitted,” she said. Some of the paperwork is for the students on May 2. for inventory so the state will reimburse CMR for Photos by Beth Britton. some of the food. Karls says that Rustlers have a lot to do with the enjoyment that she and her coworkers have during the day. “As far as the kids go, they’re always grateful, just a great bunch of kids,” she said. “[They are] pleased with what we serve, no matter what it is.” Joan Karls Although she is grateful for the students and staff, she wishes that Jennifer Joans the students would understand all that goes into working in the kitchen. Terry Phoenix She thinks that the best way for this to happen is to let students live a Donna Bauch day in the life of a staff member who works in Charlie’s Cafe. Martha Griessmer “I wish they would have a chance to come in and help us on a given Sheryl Blodgett day. Just to see what it’s about, to see the sheer volume of the product Nicole Jensen Mert Peterson
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that we move on,” she said. Karls doesn’t only dedicate her hard work to the CMR kitchen. She is also an executive board member and treasurer for the School Nutrition Association in Montana. They provide support in different school nutrition-related things for the 300-plus members of the board. “We are constantly teaching our members: sanitation, safety, menu planning, basically what we do everyday,” she said. Executive board members are usually the speakers at these meetings because of the sheer experience and training they’ve had through working everyday with the new standards and guidelines set by the state. “Nothing speaks better than experience,” Karls said. She started out as a dishwasher in a 60-bed hospital in Wisconsin and only went up from there. She said that job is the one that made her fall in love with working in the kitchen. She made the big leap from healthcare to in school health and nutrition just over 10 years ago, and she is thankful that she did. “I haven’t been out of the kitchen since,” Karls said. Although she loves her time in the kitchen, Karls enjoys activities like reading, walking and supporting the CMR football team and her hometown team, the Green Bay Packers. Her hometown in Wisconsin holds a special place in her heart, but she has come to enjoy the great state of Montana. “There’s just good people in Montana. I have really learned to love the people and community here,” she said. As far as her staff, advisors and the people she sees on a daily basis goes, she is thankful for all of them as well. “My staff is just marvelous, and we are lucky enough to have a good support 300 Smelter Ave. NE system above us. I love it, it’s my passion. It’s my calling.” Breakfast Pocket or
WHAT TO DO DURING LUNCH: A GUIDE
GO OUT CMR grants students with the
opportunity for an off-campus lunch. Students get 30 minutes to go wherever they choose to eat. A lot of students use this time to run by their favorite fast food restaurant or grocery store. Some students even stop by a convenience store or gas station that is in close proximity. Not everyone spends money when they go off campus for lunch. Some students have the luxury of having a house that is close to the school so they can run home for lunch instead of going out and spending money.
EAT IN Another option
that students may take to occupy their time during lunch is to pack it and bring it to school with them. This is a cheap alternative to eating a variety of different foods without having to pay for it. When you pack your own lunch and bring it with you, there are many places that you can choose to eat it. If someone wants to sit in their car but not go anywhere, packing a lunch is the perfect option. They could also sit in the cafeteria, outside when the weather is nice, or inside to just relax or get some work done.
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The school cafeteria is a hotspot at CMR from around 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on a normal school day. Many students choose something to eat that is cooked up right here in our own kitchen. They offer hot lunches, sandwiches, or wraps every day of the week. This is a great option for students who don’t want to pay out of their own pocket everyday for lunch because you pay affordable prices with cash or your own school account.
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“The drive-thru takes a little bit of time, but when you go inside they are usually quicker.”
her favorite part: “Their food is really good, and their staff is really nice.”
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lunch time buzz
Spread by McKenzie Connell, staff writer
“I think we can all say this. Students line the halls during B lunch to avoid the chatter of the lunch room. photo by McKenzie Connell.
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Students share what their half an hour lunch time is about, from studying to traditions
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or do homework while I’m there. For lunch I normally eat a wrap with hummus and deli meats and spinach, and an orange. I like lunch, and it’s an important part of the American public school institution. Gail Parambi, sophomore
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Juniors Saber Evelynn and Jessica Hasselstrom enjoy the peace of the hallways during B lunch. Photo by McKenzie Connell.
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Lunch has always meant something to students, from kindergarten to senior year. In elementary school lunch meant skinned knees, peanut butter and jellies from the parents, and hiding ice packs from friends. Looking forward to middle school, sixth graders heard about how students could bring their phones outside, and sit anywhere they wanted to. As students grew, recess changed, along with lunch. Now they could sit anywhere, and instead of playing tag, gossip began to overrule the games. Middle schoolers looked forward to the freeness of open campus and sitting anywhere you want. As students enjoy their four years of high school, lunch becomes a large, and important, part of the day. It’s a time where they can enjoy their friend’s company, catch up on homework, and hear about everyone else’s day. The conversations of every lunch group follows the same structure. Starting of with a how are you, getting hints on tests or quizzes, and then any news that might not have spread to their friends classes yet. Tradition is a large part of the high school lunch experience. Every person, starting from the first day of school, picks a spot. That spot becomes their own for the rest of the year, and students can almost always be found sitting in the same area for the 180 days they have of school. So from the time the bell rings before and after lunch, the hallways and lunchroom buzz with the excited chatter of the first three or four periods of the day. And while the students and talk have changed over the years, some things always stay the same.
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Summer Vacation In Montana
Garnet
Well preserved and was once a home to many. In the mid-1800’s, miners migrated from far away to Garnet in search for gold. Placer mining is the first gold mining work that started in the streams, as they needed water to wash the dirt from their mining pans. The gold was left behind. It is located Garnet, located near Drummond, 11 miles up the Garnet range road in the mountains was established in the 1800’s. Photo: 38.7 miles east of Missoula. creativecommons/google. While you stay, activities include camping, fishing, hiking and many more.
by Paige McCorkle, staff writer
Ghost towns
Granite Ghost Town State Park preserves the Granite mine superintendent’s houses and ruins of the old miners. The richest silver mine on earth, discovered in 1872, got shut down in 1893, after word came to shut the mine down. Today there is no one living in the camp but visitors are allowed from May 1 through Sept. 20 during daylight hours. It is
Nevada City, located on Highway 287 in the Alder Gulch area, was established in 1863. Photo creativeCommons/google.
Ghost towns offer a cool vacation With many visitors every year, Nevada City takes pride in the history they have in the buildings that have been standing since the mid-1800s. Nevada City was a popular mining camp in 1863 when rich placer diggings were discovered in Alder Gulch and the search for gold was on. In this ghost town, time has stopped in the Old West and is still well preserved. It is held with natural beauty and history of the gold mines and the people who lived there. While it isn’t a very populated place, many love traveling here to see the ghost
town and listen to all of the stories on how the hauntings came about. There are many sights to see in nearby Virginia City, which is the county seat for Madison County. Some of the popular things that people come here for are for the outdoor recreation, tours explaining the history of the town, and the most famous reason, to learn about the hauntings. People have experienced hearing footsteps in the hallways of hotels, but when they go out to see, there is nothing there and taking pictures in the hotel and seeing a shadowy figure in the background.
One day, One place, where would you go? NORWAY CHINA “I have always wanted to go to Norway to learn about the culture and mythology. It is not just about being Norwegian, for me. I want to go there to learn more about myself and be able to explore and do new things” Going to Norway is something that he plans on doing to get to know his heritage and do things that he has always wanted to do, such as rock climbing with goats and learning to speak the language.
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“I want to see different countries and how they function and what their values are. China has many beautiful structures and i have always wanted to see the Great Wall of China” Going to China is something that she says she most likely won’t do but it does spike her interest to be able to see and learn new things. China is a very popular destination and she hopes to one day visit many of the cities and live her life to the fullest.
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Granite, located near Philipsburg. Was established in 1865. Photo: creativeCommons/ google
Bannack - Site of a major gold discovery, located on grasshopper creek near Dillon and has lots of buildings to view Confederate Gulch and Diamond City - Steeply incised valley, located on the west-facing slopes of the Big Belt Mountains Aldridge - Mining town that supplied coke and coal to the smelters for the Anaconda Copper Mining Company, located in park county Elkhorn - Backcountry roads from the 19th Century mining landscape, located near Boulder Marysville - Numerous old buildings, located four miles below the Continental Divide and about 25 miles NorthWest of Helena Comet - Not restored or preserved. Located 37 miles Southwest of Helena
HAWAII “I like the tropical stuff with warm weather. I really want to go there, not only for the weather and the ocean, but also for the tropical type of animals.” Going to Hawaii is something that she has been wanting to do ever since she was young and found out about Hawaii. “I feel that being in Hawaii would be a new beginning for me if I were to ever go.” Her hope is to be able to go to Hawaii after she graduates high school.
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SICILY “Going to Sicily is something that I have dreamed of ever since I was a little kid. Being able to experience new things and be a part of my culture makes me feel close with my inner self” Going to Sicily is something that she plans on doing as soon as she graduates. “Sicily is full of cultural buildings and beautiful places, and I hope someday soon I can visit the place I have always dreamed of.”
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Senior finds adventure at Machu Picchu
by Grace Carr, staff writer Only a lucky few can say they hiked one of the Seven Wonders of the World on another continent. C. M. Russell High School senior Zane Palen is one of those adventurers. “It was a four-day hike, 26-ish miles split between the four days,” Palen said. “It’s one thing to just take the bus up to Machu Picchu, but the hike is just way worth it. There are so many more ruins and experiences you have on the trail than just taking the bus.” Palen traveled with his brother, his brother’s fiance, and their friend from medical school. “It was just kind of like an impromptu thing,”
Local hikes in the Big Sky (Left) Map of south shore trails and mileage to certain landmarks along the Missouri River. (Right) View of Our Lake at the end of the trail. photos by Grace Carr
Hike Montana without suffering through crowds, entry fees
1 he said. “My brother and his fiance were going to South America, and they knew I always wanted to go so they just kind of invited me.” Palen’s favorite part was reaching the highest point on the trial. The hardest part was getting to this point. “The highest elevation there was called Dead Woman’s Pass, and the view was just, like, incredible,” he said. Dead Woman’s Pass is considered the most dreaded point of the Inca Trail. It has an elevation of 4215 meters and is nearly 1800 meters higher than the altitude of Machu Picchu itself.
Palen, other tourists, and sherpas pose for a photo while hiking Machu Picchu. photos courtesy of Zane Palen.
“The Andes are just massive, and it makes you feel tiny,” he said. “I’ve never even seen mountains like that. It was weird. It was like really high elevations yet there was still rainforest all along the mountains. So it’s just like a completely different environment than what I’m used to.” Palen encourages others to do this hike, despite the money and time investment. However, he warns future travelers of the return trip from Peru to Montana. “I was just exhausted,” he said. “It just an exhausting trip. Coming back, senioritis hit me.”
Just past Lincoln in the Scapegoat Wilderness is Heart Lake trail. Roughly three miles of minimal incline hiking will lead you to a beautiful heart-shaped lake. The lake is commonly used for fishing, so pack your fishing poles and lunch for this light and easy day hike. For the more adventurous hiker, Heart Lake trail is perfect for first-time overnight backpackers. There are areas surrounding the lake that allow backpackers to set up camp and spend the night. But bring bear spray and hang your food as you will be in the heart of bear country. Directions: Look for Landers Fork Road around seven miles east of LIncoln on Highway 200. Drive three miles until you reach Copper Creek Road. Follow Copper Creek for another four miles until you reach the trailhead; it’s well marked and includes accommodations for livestock.
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An hour and half away in the Lewis and Clark National Forest is the Devils Glen Trail. It is an easy, out-and-back hike with minimal elevation gain. The trail continues for seven miles, but hikers can walk as far as they please. The hike begins along a private road for the first mile, and joins the Dearborn River for the commencement of the hike. Devils Glen Trail is perfect for hiking and getting a break from the heat in the deep swimming holes. Directions: Take I-15 N/US-89 N and MT-200 S to Flat Creek Road in Wolf Creek. Follow Flat Creek Road to Dearborn Canyon Road. You will park in a parking lot and follow a trail along the main private road until you reach the river.
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Two big waterfalls, an alpine lake, and mountain goats can all be found on the Our Lake Trail (the trailhead sign says Hidden Lake). This is a seven-mile, moderate hike with an elevation gain of 1512 ft. Most of the hike consists of switchbacks through the forest, but you will cross a steep scree slope. The trail dips down into a canyon with a beautiful view of a waterfall. Trek up the opposite side of the canyon and you’ll find the source of the waterfall; a large alpine lake. Be on the lookout for mountain goats at the edge of the lake and the surrounding mountainsides. Directions: Drive five miles north of Choteau on Highway 89 to the Teton River road on your left. Drive 18 miles to a bridge then turn left onto the South Fork Teton Road 109. Drive 11 miles on the gravel road past the Mill Falls Campground to the trailhead at the end of the road.
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A 30 minute drive past Belt will lead you to the Sluice Boxes State Park. The 7.5 mile, unmaintained trail provides access to fishing, rafting, swimming, wildlife viewing, and backcountry camping. Follow Belt Creek while being surrounded by soaring cliffs and historical landmarks. The out-and-back trail starts at the Riceville Bridge and ends at the Logging Creek Bridge. The trailhead is open from sunrise to sunset, but backcountry hiking is open 24/7 and requires a permit. Directions: Follow US-89 S to Evans Riceville Road and make a right. The trail begins at the Riceville Bridge on your left.
Whether you’re going for a walk, taking a morning jog, or need a place to go mountain biking, the South Shore Trail system is the perfect place to get outside without traveling far. South Shore Trails is located just past Giant Springs State Park along the Missouri River. This is a great opportunity for locals to get outside and experience more of Great Falls. The South Shore system contains 18 miles of paved and unpaved trails, wonderful wildlife views, and paths to the dams scattered down the river. Directions: Turn left onto Giant Springs Road until you pass the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. Some begin their hike at Giant Springs Park and walk to Rainbow Dam along the road. However, there are multiple parking lots at the dam if you want to skip traffic and start hiking right away.
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raises awareness for For those who were fortunate enough to see the movie “Love, Simon” at its screenings, whether they liked it or not, they can’t deny the powerful message the movie delivers. The message of the movie inspired celebrities around the United States to buy out cinemas for fans to come and see the movie for free. While the movie itself is about a same-sex relationship, there is a hidden deeper meaning to many people who relate to the main character. As people in the movie discover that Simon is gay, a scene where he has an emotional heart-to-heart conversation with his mother stresses the main message of the movie: LGBTQ+ shouldn’t be nervous to express who they are because of fear of no acceptance and support. Simon’s mother tells him that she could see he had a burden, but now he can finally exhale. While Simon received support from his family, other closeted LGBTQ+ aren’t as fortunate. However people see it, there are LGBTQ+ people all around us everyday and we just don’t
recognize them because they aren’t officially out to anyone. The best thing we can do to help people be more comfortable coming out is being nice. Slang is thrown around all the time and may make closeted teens feel unsafe coming out. A couple of teens at CMR praise the movie for its accurate portrayal of an LGBTQ+ teen who struggles coming out and talked about how coming out feels. One CMR junior -- who wishes to remain anonymous for privacy reasons -- thinks that the movie showed an actual representation of the LGBTQ+ community. “When you come out to someone, you usually have a good reaction or a bad reaction,” The junior said. “In the movie, it shows the hardships we go through with the reactions. There’s a part where he wasn’t sure his parents accepted him or not. It got blown up and people started giving him weird looks.” Later on in the movie, everyone was ok with Simon being gay. “That’s the kind of support we need in life instead of people disowning people and getting angry with other people just for representation of their sexuality, which is kind of ridiculous,” the
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junior added. The movie brought some realization of what other people go through. “In the movie theater, we had a lot more older people going into the movies. Hopefully [the movie] shows them how they should treat us. Treat us a little bit better.” the junior said. The junior said they received support from their friends. “I’m friends with a lot of LGBTQ+ people and i also have my little sister who always figured. I came out to her secretly and she’s been nothing but supportive. She’s actually a little giggly about it.” The junior said their sister likes to be in the conversation and asks about who they like and said their straight friends support them 100 percent and we need more of that in society. Chris Belcher, a junior, thinks the movie’s message is a good message to spread. “I definitely enjoyed the movie,” Belcher said. “It’s very good for what it is and the time it has to run, and I definitely think the message it’s sending is a good one to spread.”
Belcher is trans and believes that the movie gives viewers a good teenage human perspective on being LGBTQ+. “I can see a lot more people coming out,” Belcher said. National Coming Out Day is October 11, and each year more and more closeted LGBTQ+ come out to friends and family. “It definitely creates an environment where it would be more comfortable [coming out],” Belcher said. Belcher came out to his parents as trans, and he said they aren’t OK with it. “I definitely think there should be more information out there for parents to be able to access and to know how to deal with their child [coming out],” he said. “And be supportive even if they don’t agree with it because of religious beliefs.” Belcher thinks that the LGBTQ+ and coming out needs to be addressed instead of being shut down over and over again. “People are here, people are queer, and people need to get over it and be supportive,” Belcher said.
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Premiere Box Office $11,756,244 Overall Box Office $44.4 MILLION Total Money Made $27 MILLION
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coming out a counselor’s advice
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Students struggle with sexual identity everyday and may not know how to handle it. CMR counselor Brittany Light has some advice to share for those who can relate to this situation. “Coming out to a supportive person like someone you know who will support you no matter what would be a good person to come out to first,” Light said. “We’ve had students come out to us, and this is a safe place to do that.” Light says the best place to come out is somewhere where the person feels safest. Light thinks that a good way to relieve the stress of being closeted is through social media. “There are ways to interact and connect with other peers [on social media] who might be going through the same thing,” she said. “There are still ways to connect with others, especially with technology.” Light also gave advice for closeted
teens who don’t receive support from friends or family. Light said that giving the closeted person grace, and letting them know that their friends and family still love you but they just don’t understand. Light added that if you are being pushy and aggressive with your viewpoints it comes off in a difficult way for people who don’t receive it well. If a teen wants to talk about coming out, there are plenty of options for them to consider. “I think we have teachers who are very supportive,” Light said. There is also the counseling office. “In Great Falls we have the LGBTQ+ center, which would be a great resource for students who are struggling with their identity and just want some other adults to talk to,” she said. The LGBTQ+ center is located at 600 Central Ave. #323. Light thinks these are good resources for students to use.
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CMR’S “BOMB SHELTER”
page and photos by Callan Garner and McKenzie Connell, staff writers Secret tunnels and underground cubbies are not CMR really are not as interesting as all the rumors make it something anyone would expect of CMR High School. The out to be. “What is more interesting is what the fallout shelter “bomb shelter” was just a rumor, something people talked about but never really saw. Last year, however, some of the was stocked with[...] big drums of water, and then you had freshman history classes got to go down and see what all toilet paper, bags, and things for bathroom purposes. You the talk was about. had hard tack, which is like a twice-baked soda cracker and “[It was] kind of creepy, but cool. [Mostly] dirt and you had it because it lasts for a very long time,” he said. secret tunnels, and you had to duck because it was short,” “[You also had] some medical supplies and phenobarbital, sophomore Wesley Tilleman said. “We went down a tunnel, which was a tranquilizer to keep people calm… then they and at the end was this really creepy door.” had these carbohydrate supplements. What is interesting is Sophomore Jessica Byrne was also part of the classes that it became so old it all became discarded.” that entered the underground. Not really knowing what to The carbohydrate supplements are just like a hard candy. expect when first entering, Byrne says she knows it can’t Keeping it simple, these candies are older than all of the really be used for a bomb shelter. students at CMR, being manufactured in 1963. Still just as “It’s probably used to get to the plumbing more than a good, and Lathrop occasionally gives them out to students bomb shelter,” she said. And in some ways she was correct. as a “treat.” ““It looked like a basement with sand,” she said. “We No matter the rumors circulating, the “bomb shelter” just ran around.” or more correctly named fallout shelter, is not meant to be Her simple explanation of the basement was accurate. impressive. No longer having a serious purpose, the shelter Once entered, the ceiling drops and the ground turns to has turned more into a storage center than anything else, dirt. It’s been used as a storage unit for a long time, and holding forgotten awards and time capsules for future according to physics teacher and CMR graduate Mike generations to find. Lathrop, “bomb shelter” is actually the wrong title. “It really was never a bomb shelter but more of a fallout center,” Lathrop said. After graduating from CMR, Lathrop always knew that it never was supposed to be a “bomb shelter”. “We lived with the imminent threat of nuclear war,” and Great Falls was a No.1 target during the Cold War. Because of Malmstrom Air Force Base and the amount of weaponry we had stored, Great Falls -- along with Minot, N.D. and Denver, Colo. -- were just a few of the strong targets in the USA. “There is no way from protecting you from a nuclear blast,” Lathrop said. With this in mind, the “tunnels” under
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Since your sign is a ram it makes sense that you are courageous, confident, and determined. You could also be a bit moody and short tempered. You are honest and passonate. You may like being comfy and a leader but don’t like inactivity or delays. Maybe try a pair of sweatpants and spa day soon.
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Aries-- Mar.21-Apr.19
You are a more reliable and patient person than most, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have your stubborn and uncompromisable moments. You might like hands-on work like gardening and construction, but don’t lose touch with your hopeless romantic side. Try a new novel, some decorative flowers, and try to see the other side of things.
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Virgo
You have a lot of characteristics that lead to a solid person. You are responsible, well disciplined, and have great self-control. However, you can be a bit of a know-it-all and a pessimist. You like family and tradition, which explains your liking for the holiday season. You have your pet-peeves but you probably will despise everything at some point in time. Catch up with an aunt, uncle, or cousin to see what they are doing.
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Air Signs
Aries
Capricorn
You are a very generous and giving person, you also have a great sense of humour. However, you have no filter sometimes and can be very impatient. You like the idea of having freedom and seeing the world, so it is no surprise you don’t like being held back. Take a moment sometimes to think of how small you are in comparison to this gigantic world.
You are a softer than most. You are most likely gentle and affectionate. You are also quick to adapt a learn new things. However, you can be nervous, inconsistent, and indecisive. This doesn’t mean you aren’t sociable because it seems you can talk with almost anyone and don’t like being alone too often, but don’t forget to take some “me-time.” Maybe head out to a little cafe this weekend with a good book and some music.
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Sagittarius- Nov.22- Dec. 21
Gemini-- May 21- Jun. 20
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You might be closer to the left-brain side of things being as you are practical, analytical, and hardworking. However, this can bring out that you can be overly critical of yourself and sometimes others. You’ll make a great friend or companion as you are loyal. You can be shy in some situations and work too much. You might not like asking for help and taking center stage. Go on a hike this weekend and take in the nature around you to remind yourself it isn’t all work and no play.
You have the qualities of a wellrounded person. You are diplomatic, fair-minded, and gracious. However, you can hold a grudge and be very indecisive. You like to be outside and to be in good relations with others, which explains why you don’t like confrontation and violence. You are a very peaceful person, so try meditating or some yoga. Find a new friend this weekend so you have more companions.
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You are able to push yourself to the limits. You are very progressive and original. You are very independent, but you can run from your emotions. You are a sort of humanitarian, you like to fight for causes you believe in which can lead you to be very opinionated and biased. You’re a great listener and friend. You don’t like to be alone and in boring situations. Find a new activity to participate in to jazz up your life even more.
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Aquarius-- Jan.20- Feb.18
You have what some people call an old soul. You are intuitive and have wisdom beyond your years. You have a creative side. You love music. You run from reality and love the idea of creating your own world. You can be over-trusting. The idea of the past coming back terrifies you. You can be a sucker for a romance novel. Grab your headphones this weekend and go for a walk, or maybe go for a swim.
Water signs
Sagitta
You are more on the emotional and friendly side of things considering you are usually sympathetic and loyal. You also most likely have a very active imagination and this could lead to a creative hobby like art. You can be moody and you don’t like to be around too many strangers at once. You don’t like revealing your life to people. Talk to a random someone in a store or restaurant to put yourself out of your comfort zone.
Pisces-- Feb.19- Mar. 20
Capricorn
You normally have a reputation of being bad, but you know that isn’t true. You are passionate, brave, and always a true friend. You can tell when someone is lying to you so don’t hand your friendship out as if it isn’t worth anything. However, you can get jealous and be a bit secretive. You enjoy having the truth and good friends. Take some time soon to evaluate how you feel in your current relationships.
Cancer-- June 21- July. 22
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“My favorite memory/ moment was a couple of minutes before the end of the game when we realized that we had really won.” Russell Gagne -- member of state BB championship team 2018
“It was nice to know that I had a lot of the school’s support behind me.” Emma Tovson -Prom Queen 2018
“I was super surprised! I was in the bathroom when they had called my name, and when I came out, I thought people were messing with me and joking around when they told me my name had been called out!” Chloe Waldenberg -- best dressed Academy Award at Prom 2018
Holiday concert at Civic Center, 2017 Orchestra Tour -- 2018
CMR’s take on
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“I think [the construction] is really exciting because I love new things. And so just adding onto the school is just really cool.” Ayana Gray
year’s events
“It’s a Wonderful Life” -- December 2016
“I had an amazing time with my friends. [My favorite memory] was seeing everyone’s reaction to my friend’s and I’s pajamas.” Justin Jackovich, Morp 2016
Photos by Gabrielle Pope, Beth Britton, Pat O’Connell, Callan Garner, Julia Gremaux, and Gauthier Paget
“My favorite part of prom last year was getting rowdy on the dance floor. I also loved getting to see all the girls in their dresses and all the guys in their tuxes. It was just a fun experience overall.” Gabrielle Pope
Music Release Date and Person:
Why it matters:
Young Thug dropped a 3-track EP, including other rappers like Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage and Nicki Minaj. The EP dropped April 13. This comes as a shock to Young Thug fans because he said he wouldn’t make or release any music this year to honor his deaf brother, but the lead song, “Anybody,” has its music video done in sign language.
Movies The release of “The Quiet Place” has sparked quite a bit of talk recently. The new movie that came out April 6 stars John Krasinski, who takes on a different role than Jim Halpert from “The Office.” The movie also stars Emily Blunt, Krasinski’s wife in the movie and real life. The film has been super popular because of its use of silence and how it plays off elemental fears.
Homecoming 2016 “My favorite memory from tour last year was either all of the inside jokes that brought everyone closer together or the super nova ice cream eating contest at Big Dipper. Everyone was so pumped up and excited; it was great.” Bayley Ginnaty -- orchestra tour 2017
“I would have to say it was an honor to be selected as prom queen, and I will always cherish the memories of that night.” Trisha Carlson -Prom Queen 2017
Books Although written in 1845, “Wuthering Heights” by Emily Bronte is a good read for any time of the year.
The novel goes through the trials and tribulations of a teenage girl who is desperately in love with a man she can’t have, and the ending gets you every time.
Emily Blunt and John Krasinski arrive at the at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017. (Mark Boster/ Los Angeles Times/ TNS) Atlanta rapper Young Thug, at a Rihanna gala in New York (Matt Baron/Rex Shutterstock/ Zuma Press/ TNS)
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At a glance
A look into activities CMR students enjoy Amelia Flamand
Melissa Purdy
Favorite school activity
AP Psychology - I think it’s just interesting to learn about like how we are developed because in psychology you learn a lot about genetics and about personality and stuff like that, and it’s just cool.
Track and Field - It’s
Favorite out of school activity
Guilty pleasure
Forensics labs - They really give me a chance to do hands-on activity and work independently and really be responsible for my own doings.
Writing - I’m able to tell like my view on everything. I really like writing poetic things so it really gives me a chance to express my emotions.
just a fun sport and you get to make a lot of friends. You meet new people and you get to compete for fun even if you suck at track and field.
Carrot Cake - I don’t
True Brew coffee - I
know why. I just really really really really REALLY like carrot cake.
have to have coffee. If I don’t, I have to have True Brew.
Russellog staff members’ guilty pleasures
“I really enjoy eating mashed potatoes and ranch.”
“I like prunes. You know, the food.”
Aaliyah James, 10
Aubrey Wasson, 12
“I like to watch Jeopardy. I feel really nerdy, like only grandmas should be watching. But it’s really fun to yell at the TV from the couch.”
Sarah Cherry, 12
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Jenalyn Tayaban
Haley Spencer
Lunch - Well, I don’t like
English - It’s very interesting. I like writing poems because you can make them rhyme.
Sleep - It helps me get away from my problems.
Swimming - It’s
school in general, but I like eating.
very fun to swim. I’ve been swimming ever since I was eight years old.
Junk Food - Because food is satisfying. (When eating), I feel calm. I can focus only on food.
“I love the TV series ‘Laverne & Shirley.’ Laverne is like my role model.”
Coffee - I like to go to Starbucks every day to get coffee.
“I watch all eight Harry Potter movies at least three or four times a year.”
Savannah Fischer, 12
Laney Nedrow, 12
Have a fun, safe, and sober summer. Don’t let alcohol destroy the fun. Don’t drink underage -- and never drive while impaired.
What’s your plan?
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Guide to the game
What are the positions?
There are up to five players per jam. One pivot, three blockers, and one jammer. The pivot wears a stripe on her helmet and is the leader of her teammates. Beginning at the first starting line, she is the last line of defense to stop the opposing jammer from escaping the pack. The blockers do not wear anything on their helmets. They play both defense and offense at any given time. The jammer wears a star on her helmet. Her goal is to pass the opposing blockers and emerge from the pack as quickly as possible.
How do teams score points?
Electric City Roller
Grrrlz The Electric City Roller Grrrlz practice at Wheels of Thunder on April 25. (Top) Members of the team watch others practice from the center of the track. (Left) Four team members have a small scrimmage. (Right) Mischief Merlot warms up before practice begins. photos by Beth Britton and Grace Carr.
The jammer scores points for the team. After making it through the pack of blockers once, the jammer begins scoring points for each opposing blocker she passes legally and in bounds. She can also score points on opponents who are in the penalty box and can get a fifth point if she laps the opposing jammer. Blockers are trying to stop the opposing teams jammer while helping their own jammer get through.
What are penalties?
Some penalties include throwing elbows, pushing or tripping an opposing skater, and “clothes-lining” opponents by linking arms. Penalties earn you one minute in the penalty box.
Watch them compete:
Join the team:
Electric City Roller GRRRLZ
Electric City Roller GRRRLZ
Co-ed Junior Roller Derby
Co-ed Junior Roller Derby
May 19 6 p.m. Four Seasons Arena June 30 Wheels of Thunder
New skaters always welcome! Tuesday: 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m. New skater always welcome! Tuesday: 4-6 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Meet the Electric City Roller Derby team participants, volunteers by Grace Carr, staff writer By day, these women are known throughout the community as moms, wives, teachers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and therapists. By night, they become Mischief Merlot, Fr8 Train Fred, Krash Karlson, and Court’r Pound-Her. These are the women on the Electric City Roller Derby team -- the Electric City Roller GRRRLZ. The Great Falls team was founded by “Back Alley Bejay” and “Mischief Merlot” more than eight years ago. One of the team’s newest members since January is Katie. “It’s something I kind of always wanted to do,” she said. “I’m a bored housewife, and I need to get out my aggression.” She says the hardest part about playing the game is not being too hard on yourself when you fall, because it will happen a lot when you first start playing. Bejay, better known as Back Alley, has been skating for eight and a half years. She is the cofounder of the team. “It’s fun,” she said. “I wouldn’t trade it for the world. It’s pure addiction at this point.” The hardest part of the game to her is getting older and staying on top of her game as the years go on. Janine Hieb is the founder of the Junior Roller Derby team. She also refs for adults and coaches the kids. “I started in adult roller derby at 50 years-old,” she said.
The Great Falls Junior Roller Derby team is the only coed team in Montana. It has been open to kids ages 7-17 for the past four years. They have traveled to Canada, Washington, and Montana. Lester Ortiz is a sophomore at Charles M. Russell High School and a member of the junior roller derby team. He has been playing for three years. “I just enjoy skating,” Ortiz said, adding that he would encourage anyone to join the team. “It’s a really friendly environment, and you feel like you belong,” he said. Being a part of the team requires a dedication to volunteering and community service. “We love to be involved in our community,” Hieb said. Her goal is to teach the importance of being involved in the community and prove to younger generations that there is always something to do. High school students are commonly heard saying “there is nothing to do in this town.” Hieb hopes she can show all the volunteer opportunities Great Falls has to offer. So far, the junior team has raised $10,291 for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and heavily participates in helping the Scottish Rite program in Great Falls. Fundraising is also important to the team. The players bag groceries, host bake sales and spaghetti dinners, and hold raffle sales at the rink. These roller derby participants bring a new meaning to the phrase “work hard, play hard.”
Back Alley Bejay and her teamates scrimmage during practice on April 25 at Wheels of Thunder Roller Derby Rink. photo by Grace Carr.
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Photos by Gauthier Paget
B raden Y OUNKIN
Fishing
JUST A PASSION
By Gauthier Paget, staff writer Fishing has been Braden Younkin’s passion since he was a little kid. “My granddad used to fish all the time,” he said. “He was a big outdoorsman.” Even though his grandfather passed away, Younkin has continued to fish. In fact, it is not just a pastime but a lifestyle for the 16-year-old sophomore.Younkin admits that Great Falls is not the best place to fish during the winter. “Winter will slow down a lot, some species would be affected more than the other,” he explained.During the winter you get cold, and for fly fishing “you get freezing,” Younkin said. A winter option would be ice fishing. “ I’ve done that before, and it’s interesting, but it’s not as fun i like fly fishing,” Younkin explained. Younkin is not a fisherman who uses a fishing pole and worms to
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attract the fish. He is a fly fisherman. The fisher can’t wait the fish bites your bait, he needs to find the fish and catch him. He started it a few years ago. “[I] always wanted to try fly fishing,” he said. Fly fishing is not as easy as the regular fishing. “I’m not a professional,” Younkin said, but he admits that he is trying to get there. He said he is ready for this new season even if he has to wait to fish in some places. The snow is still there. Younkin said he would like to improve his fly fishing skills -- he is “looking for big fish.” He is a hunter, too, and he said he likes the feeling of adventure and having a goal. Fishing is something to do with friends. “It’s more fun with other friends,” Younkin said.
Photos by Gauthier Paget
Portrait of Braden Younkin during a fishing trip.
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A farewell to the year of learning experiences
by Gabrielle Pope, online editor The dreaded junior year -- ACT’s, AP classes, the junior research me. They gave me the inspiration that I needed to try my hardest and project -- oh my! I’ve gone through them all, and I live to tell the do my best because I had big shoes to fill. I haven’t exactly breezed through this year, but I think it’s beneficial story. Junior year is often referred to as one of the most academically challenging years of high school, and I am here to vouch for that because I’m learning now that life after high school won’t exactly be like that either. Things aren’t always handed to you, statement. It isn’t always the rigorous courses that get to you your third year of high school; it is just the overall That leaves junior whether that be academically or in a social aspect. You overwhelming lack of motivation that your 11th year of have to put yourself out there, which can be scary at times, year -- the middle but it’s never something that is regretted. Freshmen and schooling holds. There are no huge plans for next year. Seniors have graduation and college to look forward to, child of high school. sophomore years the academics kind of came easy to me because it was all things that I had learned and retained freshmen are still learning the jist of high school, and sophomores aren’t quite tired of school yet. That leaves junior year -- through my prior education, but this year presented a new struggle the middle child of high school. of learning how to actually learn -- how to attentively listen in class, This year isn’t quite as bad as I’m making it out to be. Junior year the importance of turning work in on time, and how to study for tests. Junior year has really been one for the books, but for me it’s has held a lot of great things for me as well. It has taught me endurance and the ability to push through when I lose sight of the end goal. I’ve memorable for all of the right reasons. It hasn’t been the easiest year experienced what it feels like to officially be an upperclassman, sitting for me, but I know it won’t be the hardest. This year has mentally and only a few rows from the front at games. The pressure of being the physically prepared me for all of the challenges and successes that are student that underclassmen are supposed to be looking up to and soon to come in my life. taking after made me appreciate the upperclassmen who came before
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Advice to the upcoming classes:
Freshmen
Jayden Nelson & Caden Johnson Freshmen boys Jayden Nelson and Caden Johnson say that their first go around at CMR was overall a pretty good learning experience for the both of them but by far football season was their favorite time of year. “That’s when the school spirit really comes out,” Nelson said. He loves letting loose and having fun during the games. Johnson agrees. “We all just get really hyped,” Johnson said. Having a good time wasn’t the only thing these freshmen were concerned with this year. They were learning that freshman year is pretty important and teaches students essential lessons. Johnson learned that to do well in classes you really have to pay attention and get your work turned in. “Do your homework,” he said. “Plain and simple.” Nelson was more concerned about not taking any time he spent this year for granted. “I learned to have patience, because since we’re freshman we still have three more years of school left, take your time,” He says that to be successful you must be all three of these things. “Be responsible, be ready and be time conscious,” he said. Nelson and Johnson both know that one’s first year of high school is one that a student really wants to take time enjoying. “Don’t throw your freshman year away,” Nelson said. “Make sure to just take your time,” Johnson added.
Sophomore
Jessica Byrne
Sophomore Jessica Byrne has taken this year to get more involved at CMR. Her advice is to,”Do stuff in school, explore more clubs.” Byrne was a part of the school swim team this year for her second year and has had a lot of fun being a part of the team. “It’s more fun when you are involved,” she said. Sophomore year hasn’t been very different from freshman year for Byrne. She knows that it is important to work in her classes, but not much has changed from her previous year at CMR. “The classwork load is about the same as freshman year. You just have to try, that’s pretty much it,” she said. Byrne’s learning style has really benefited in the way that she is being taught this year because of the deeper comprehension of material, especially in AP Biology. “I’ve definitely gotten a better understanding of how things work,” she said. Other than learning a bit more about CMR, Byrne is most looking forward to being classified as an upperclassman next year and is ready to take on the task at hand.
JuniorHannah Pospisil
Junior Hannah Pospisil is facing the struggles that junior year has brought her with grace and perseverance. “It takes diligence to be successful this year,” she said. Pospisil has learned her lesson the hard way and fully understood the importance on turning her work in on time. “Don’t procrastinate it because if you don’t do your work right away, it builds up and before you know if you’re failing your classes.” A big part of making sure the work is done on time and done well is taking and preparing yourself for classes that each student is interested in. “Definitely don’t over do it with your classes that you’re scheduling, don’t take 500 AP and honors classes just because you’re given the opportunity to junior year,” she said. “Junior year has brought me more challenging classes which is nice because I enjoy challenging myself.”
Senior
Bridger Brady
Senior soccer player, Bridger Brady’s favorite part of his last year of high school was playing in the state soccer tournament. “Going to state for soccer was probably my favorite part of this year,” he said. Brady was a part of the 2014-2015 soccer team where they earned the chance to play at the state tournament but since it was his freshman year he got to support his team on the sidelines. “I didn’t get to play, but I got to watch - from the bench,” he said. Academically, this year has let Brady really explore career path options that he may want to pursue after college. “It has helped me figure out what I want to go into,” he said. Brady discovered his passion for computer science and is enrolled in classes that relate to it, “Take the classes that you think will benefit you the most,” he said. He says if you take the classes that you want to and know are important it should be easier to pay attention and be active in class, “You just have to do your work, make sure you’re doing your homework.”
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Grad Facts Who?
The class of 2018 that consists of about 287 seniors.
What?
The celebration of CMR’s seniors receiving their diplomas from administration. The ceremony will be accompanied by CMR’s orchestras.
Where? This year the venue for graduation is being changed because of the construction going on around campus. The graduation ceremony will be held on the fairgrounds in the Four Seasons Arena.
When?
Sunday, May 27 The event usually lasts about 2 hours
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Sophomore Tess Halverson
Senior Jozette Wells
Junior Gordon Gentry Sophomore Holly Spragg
Junior Rebecca Cochran
CMR Wears Their Favorites
Students express their creativity, opinions, moods, and fashion interests through their favorite clothes. by JJ Slater, staff writer Junior Ally Dube
Senior Nico Sanchez
Junior Gauthier Paget
Junior Austin McIntosh
Senior Morgan Duncan
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