June 8, 2013 • Vol. 134 No. 23 514 S. Kalamazoo Ave. in Marshall, MI • Phone 269-781-5444 and FAX 269-781-7766 • www.advisor-chronicle.com
In The News: Albion students visit Marshall High School Even though on June 4, the Albion Public Schools Board of Education decided to table a vote until June 11 on a cooperative agreement that would designate Marshall High School as the destination for Albion high school students, both school districts went ahead with plans to introduce Albion students to MHS students and staff. Current middle school students visited the school on June 4 and high school students toured the school the following day. See story on page 22
MPS holds graduation ceremonies Last week, Marshall Alternative High School (May 31) and Marshall High School (June 1) held their respective commencement ceremonies. Speeches by the class and keynote speakers from each ceremony as well as photos from the graduations can be found in this week’s issue. See speeches and photos throughout
Shearman Park may soon become a reality For more than a year, Marshall City staff and neighbors of the former Shearman Elementary School site have been discussing the need for a park. On June 12, the Marshall City Council will hold a public hearing to rezone 624 W. Mansion St. (the former Shearman School property) to public/semi public and designate that space as a city park. “Shearman Park is a much needed park on the northwest side of the city,” said Director of Public Services Carl Fedders. “The features in the park would kind of emphasize a neighborhood park.” See story on page 30
Marshall Fire Department holds fire training exercises On June 2, the Marshall Fire Department held burn training exercises on condemned property at 527 Fair St. (on the corner of Fair St. and Maple St.).“We had five sets of exercises where we would set a room on fire and then go in and put that fire out,” MFD Assistant Fire Chief Greg McComb said. “It’s valuable training because we don’t get to train with live house fires until we actually have a house fire. There is no better training than the real thing.” See story on page 33
Race Across America is only days away Six people from the area left Marshall Friday evening, June 7, headed toward a “straightthrough” cross-country drive to Oceanside, Calif.. From there, a crew in two vans donated for the race by College Chevrolet will follow and support Kathy Roche-Wallace as she rides from Oceanside to Annapolis, Md. a distance of 3,000 miles. As part of the Race Across America, she will ride approximately 300 miles a day for 12 days straight. See story on page 51
Marshall High School girls soccer wins third straight district title; sees season end in regional semi final The Marshall High School girls varsity soccer team claimed its third consecutive district title following a 1-0 win over Pennfield in the district title game on June 1. On June 4 in the regional semi final, Marshall saw its season come to an end following a 2-0 loss to Hudsonville Unity Christian. See sports section
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ext Wednesday, the Marshall Rotary Band begins its 2013 season at the Frances Stevens Stuart Band Shell at Stuart’s Landing. First trombone Rev. Jim Gysel (retired) of Battle Creek joins other volunteer musicians to provide the sounds of the season. For more information, including the June 12 Program of Music, see story on page 49
Word on the Street What did you think of your visit to Marshall High School?
Editor’s Corner
On June 5, high school students from Albion visited Marshall High School to take a tour of the school and meet teachers and students, as a cooperative agreement between Albion and Marshall is expected to be formalized on June 11.
by John Hendler After some online investigating, I found out that the average handshake can range between .43 seconds and two seconds. Anything longer, numerous handshake gurus indicated, would seem creepy. While shooting photos at last week’s Marshall High School graduation, I was kneeling on the floor at the edge of the stage where the graduates would step down and return to their seats. After my son received his diploma and shook hands with administrators and the Board of Education, he stepped off the stage and, as he walked by, I extended my hand and we shook hands. To most people, this seemed like a normal handshake; to me, the handshake felt more like 10 seconds as numerous memories flooded over me like a tidal wave. Here I was, on the floor, looking up at him as he towered above me as we shook hands, me not wanting to let go, much the same way I towered over him as he didn’t want to let go of my hand as I walked him into his kindergarten class on his 5th birthday on the NATO Base in Naples, Italy. That handshake, I felt, was my one last grasp to hold on to the boy who has now become an exceptional young man. I know I am not the first parent to experience the bittersweet feelings of seeing their child graduate high school; I know I have a lot of company out there. Still, it’s a deeply personal and unique experience for all of us when our time comes. There were many long days and long nights over the past 18 years, especially in those early years, but now, looking back, why did all those years have to go by so quickly? My daughter still has two years of high school left, but I know that those two years will fly by as my years of parenting, at least of school age children, come to a close. As I often do, I refer to song lyrics to sometimes convey what I’m feeling more clearly. Here are some of the lyrics to Trace Adkins’ song, Then They Do: In the early rush of morning, Trying to get the kids to school: One's hanging on my shirt-tail, Another's locked up in her room. And I'm yelling up the stairs: "Stop worrying 'bout your hair, you look fine." Then they're fightin' in the backseat, And I'm playing referee. Now someone's gotta go, The moment that we leave. And everybody's late, I swear that I can't wait till they grow up. Then they do, and that's how it is. It's just quiet in the mornin', Can't believe how much you miss, All they do and all they did. You want all the dreams they dreamed of to come true: Then they do. Until next week may the good news be yours.
Nolen Bright-Mitchell, Albion
Jerome Washington, Albion
Brittney Wade, Albion
"It was amazing. I like the facilities. It was a good experience.”
"It was nice. I liked the school, the track, the football field. I also like the classes offered and the teachers.”
"It was really interesting talking to the students. They were friendly. I think it will be good.”
Ambar Albarran, Albion
Logan Brigham, Albion
Delano Greer, Albion
"I was undecided which high school I was going to attend, but after we toured the school, I decided to come to Marshall.”
"It’s nice. It’s a big school, but I felt very welcomed.”
"Marshall has nice facilities, including the football field and gym. I enjoyed the visit.”
Letters Thank you for your true loyalty and compassion To the Editor: We deeply appreciate our friends and family, in true loyalty and compassion, for planning the extraordinary “Outside the Box” fundraiser/celebration for Tim Sykora on May 31. It was amazing in the number of attendees and in the overall acts of kindness and generosity. We also recognize the staff and friends at Dark Horse Brewery who accommodated for the “iffy” weather and for the surprisingly large crowd.
The one-of-a-kind works of art created for the auction at this show were based on the medium Tim is best known for (shadow boxes). Hours of thought, memories of times we have shared, searches for just the right objects, the giving up of collections all formed this show with an individual spin on each artwork. A great body of work that expressed so much. Such diversity represented in that gather of people represented our connections stemming
from business, downtown, growing-up, the framing industry, non-profit groups, family relations, medical staff. This same community support has guided us through this drastic health change in our life and had given us strength to get through these months. It is a circle of humanity of which we enjoy being part. Fundraisers seem to be a necessity in this day of outrageous healthcare costs. Even a hard-working, taxpaying, insured, healthy
adult can lose everything with a catastrophic illness. We thank this community for your support and positive energy directed our way. The unexpected outpouring of concern and caring has been overwhelming. As much as we would like to thank you individually, we thank you collectively in a great shout-out here. Thank you. Tim Sykora and Patrice Marquardt, Marshall
Columns...Law that helps people How to seek involuntary mental health treatment By GEORGE M. STRANDER Ingram County Court Administrator and Probate Register
First in a series. According to some estimates, in any given year over 25 percent of adults in America suffer from a diagnosable mental illness, with a quarter of those suffering from a serious mental illness. These numbers should give us pause, and point up the importance of treatment.
Obviously, voluntarilysought treatment is preferable, where an individual recognizes the need for help and buys in to treatment. If you, a loved one or a friend are in need of such assistance, behavioral health resources in our county are available at Summit Pointe in Battle Creek (269-9661460). In some cases those with mental illness (and many times in part because of the mental illness) do not accept they have a problem or believe they can deal with the problem themselves. In cases of serious mental illness, Michigan law allows for someone to seek mental
health treatment for someone who otherwise would not receive help. Today, we will talk about who can receive involuntary mental health treatment. Per son requir ing treatment: Under the Mental Health Code, anyone can file a petition with the local Probate Court asserting that someone within the county suffering from mental illness is a “person requiring treatment” (or PRT) and asking the court to empower a hospital and/or the local community mental health to administer mental health treatment in an inpatient or outpatient setting. There are four different ways under
the code someone can qualify as a PRT. Physical injur y: One way someone can be a PRT is by being mentally ill and, “as a result of that mental illness, being reasonably likely within the near future to seriously physically injure him or herself or another person.” Additionally, the person has to have “engaged in acts or threats that support the allegation.” Basic physical needs: One can also be a PRT if one’s mental illness prevents one from “attending to those of his or her basic physical needs ... Continued on next page
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Marshall High School Class of... These photos were not included in the 2013 Marshall High School Congratulations page for seniors. We offer our sincere apologies and belated congratulations to these seniors and their families. Marshall High School Yearbook Staff
Chris Morgan
David Liscombe
Hunter Isaac
Jessica Finch
Joseph Pelfrey
Lydia Weatherly
Mallory Few
Ryan Clute
Ryan Kaininiski
Sarah Graham
Tamara Smith
Tiffani Jones
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Marshall High School Graduation 2013
photos by John Hendler
Graduates, under the escort of Marshall High School teacher Timothy Mathis, parade down Michigan Ave. in downtown Marshall prior to the high school’s144th commencement June 1.
Amanda Genise waits her turn to receive her diploma with MHS secretary Rhonda Stepp.
Teachers Kevin McCauley, Trevor Young and Kyle Young lead the MHS faculty toward the gym for the commencement ceremony to the applause of the graduates.
Graduates toss their caps in the air at the close of the commencement ceremony.
After reading the names of 162 students to receive their diploma, Class President Lauara VanDyke receives hers from Principal Dan Luciani.
Three-peat for Marshall soccer at districts Season ends in regional semi final loss to Hudsonville Unity Christian, 2-0
photos by John Hendler
The Marshall High School girls varsity soccer team claimed its third consecutive district championship after defeating Pennfield 1-0 on June 1. Sydney Reichenbaugh, No. 20, below, scored the game’s only goal midway through the second half. On June 4, Marshall lost to Hudsonville Unity Christian 2-0 in the regional semi final. The team finished its season with a record of 16-5-2, the second year in a row that the team won 16 games. By JOHN HENDLER News Editor Used to dictating the pace and flow of its games this season, the Marshall High School girls varsity soccer team, ranked sixth in Div. 3, found themselves up against perennial state champion Hudsonville Unity Christian in a regional semi final played in Otsego on June 4. Marshall’s 2-0 loss ended its season with a record of 16-5-2. “Hudsonville used its strength and speed and its aggressive style of soccer to neutralize our ability to create offensive opportunities and controlled much of the play, especially in the second half,” said Marshall coach Adrian Harkey. Hudsonville scored 10 minutes in to take a 1-0 lead, but Marshall keeper Kelsey Postema made several key saves to keep the contest a one-goal game for almost the remainder of the first half, but Hudsonville added a second goal with just over a minute to
play in the half. For the contest, Postema has 11 saves. “We lost to the better team but that doesn't mean we didn't give it everything we had,” said Harkey. “We withstood early pressure by only giving up one goal early but their late goal with one minute left in the first half really hurt. If we could have made it to halftime only down 0-1, I think we would have been in much better shape.” Despite the defeat, Harkey said the loss should not dampen his team’s spirits on what was another successful season. "This team has continued and even raised the standard that has been established by our girls over the past several years,” he said. “We have a great returning group and along with a number of excellent younger players coming up I see no drop off for years to come. I seem to say it every year but the future looks very bright for the Marshall girls' soccer program."
Another season to remember –3 straight district titles –Ranked as high as #5 in state for Division 3 for second year in a row. –32 wins in two consecutive seasons (most in school history) –14 goals allowed in 23 games for .61 goals allowed percentage (best in school history); next best was in 2011- 20 goals in 21 games –12 shut outs (tied for most in school history with 2011 team) –6-1 in SMAC East (only loss 0-1 to Gull Lake who ended up ranked # 3 in Division 3) Tierra Orban brings the ball downfield versus Hudsonville Unity Christian in the regional semi final game June 4.
–8 players made the All-District team
Marshall baseball falls in district semi final
photos by Doug Allen
The Marshall High School varsity baseball team saw its season come to an end June 1 following a 7-6 loss to host Pennfield in the district tournament semi final. Pennfield eventually lost to Harper Creek in the distruct title game. Above left: Collin Neal takes the high pitch. Above right: Chase Bennett makes the delivery.
Marshall Teachers Association’s Hacks for MACS Golf Scramble is June 28
Marshall U11 boys team completes 8-0 season to win WYMSA division title
The Marshall Teachers Association will host the 12th Annual Hacks for MACS (Marshall Area Community Services) Golf Scramble on Friday, June 28 at The Medalist Golf Club with a shotgun start at 2:30 p.m. The event is a four-person scramble and costs $60 per player with incudes 18 holes of golf, cart and dinner. There will also be many raffles prizes. Players of all abilities are welcome. Funds raised will go to MACS. Sign up as a foursome or single players will be matched up other intrepid golfers at the course. For more information, contact Steve Swaton at 269-781-3449 or e-mail sswaton@marshall.k12.mi.us or Jerry Coleman at 269-964-8832 or e-mail jjccfish@aol.com.
Boys and girls basketball camps in June Boys Basketball Camp with Nick Dent June 10-14 Grades 2 through 6 will run from 9 a.m. until noon and grades 7 through 10 from 1-4 p.m. The camp will be held at Marshall Middle School. Girls Basketball Camp with Sal Konkle June 17-21 Grades 2 through 6 will attend the morning session from 9-11:30 a.m. and grades 7 through 10 will attend the afternoon session from 1-3:30 p.m. The camp will be held at Marshall Middle School. Please contact the Marshall High School athletic office for sign up information at 701 North Marshall Avenue, or by calling 269781-1314. Registration forms are also available on the Marshall Public Schools website, marshall.k12.mi.us
The Marshall U11 boys team captured the WMYSA Division title with a perfect 8-0 record scoring 54 goals and only allowing one goal the entire season. The team concludes their season June 15-16 at the Petoskey Invitational. Front row, from left: Jake Lyon, Garrett Voigt, Tom Mason, Brett Swaton, Konner Voigt. Matt Gordon and Tyler Tucker. Back row: Zach Pugh, coach Nick Lyon, Dominic Hills, Gavin Mir, Emmett Rosenzweig,, Cole Graeber, Clayton Selinger, coach Chuck Selinger coach David Mir.
Rush U 13 Nike team wins Rose City Tournament
MHS youth football camps in June and July MHS Youth Football Camp June 24,25,26 from 9-11:30 a.m. at Gordon Elementary School Athletes entering 3rd thru 8th grades Cost: $40 MHS High School Football Camp July 22,23,24,25 from 9-11:30 a.m. at Gordon Elementary School Athletes entering 9th-12th grade Cost: $40 Participants do not need to be from Marshall to attend camp Registration forms and camp details available at www.Redhawkpride.com Email marshallfootball@marshallpublicschools.org with questions.
Congratulations to the Jackson Rush U13 Nike team, which is made up of several Marshall players, who won the Rose City Soccer Tournament June 1-2 in Jackson. Back row, from left: Lydia Herr, Deven Cushard, Riley Morton, Mical Knafel, Sara Townsend, Josie Miller and Jenna Chappell. Front row: Katie Brown, Luca Saul, Brooke Cowing, Sam Onkka, Gabby Hoffman, Emma Flynn, Morgan Tatrow and Carmella McManus.
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