creating the cover

GOOD SPORTS Junior Andrea Pertl, an ice skater, and sophomore Jack Nejedlo agreed to be on this months cover of Cardinal Columns. Thanks, guys!

the idea
Christine (Art Director): At first, we thought having Christina Wirtz, who is an ice skater, on the cover would be the best idea since she is featured in this issue. But then Kayla, our Entertainment Editor, thought itd be clever to have a hockey player and an ice skater holding hands, since this issue is coming out around Valentines Day, and we also have another feature story that focuses on two hockey players. That idea was the best, and we went with it!

the right Shot

Pertl and Nejedlo were asked to pose in numerous ways. Thirty photos were taken in all, and the twenty-ninth was chosen for the cover!

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the Show will go on

Fondy Idol 7 will take place, despite conflict and confusion
Sydney inkS // editor-in-chief

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Fondy Idol 7, a talent show that will feature cognitively disabled members of the Fond du lac W.I.N.G.S program over the age of 18, is right around the corner. The show is taking place on February 22 at 6:30 P.M. in the PAC. Some conflict and confusion have surrounded this years show, with some parents and teachers stating they were notified earlier this year that the show would be cancelled. Danica Lewis, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Pupil Services, said no Email was sent to parents notifying them of a cancellation of Fondy Idol 7 and that she held a meeting at the district office on November 9 to address concerns from parents and members of the community regarding the show. There was a meeting with parents regarding Fondy Idol, but it was never cancelled, said Lewis. It was a very intense meeting, said Officer Vokes, who also has a niece who participates in Fondy Idol. The administration denied it was ever cancelled. This raised tempers of many parents who said they had Emails as proof that it was cancelled. A lot of parents called out the school board saying they were being untruthful. Fondy Idol is an activity that is separate from the school district. However, the show is run largely by the W.I.N.G.S. program staff, and its participants are almost exclusively W.I.N.G.S. students. The W.I.N.G.S. program is for 18-21 year old students with disabilities. W.I.N.G.S. stands for Working Independently Nurturing Goals to Success. The program involves a curriculum that encourages them to get out in the community by volunteering and holding steady jobs. The students do a range of activities from cooking and cleaning to scrapbooking and potting plants in their home-like classroom setting, which is located in the back of the aquatic center. Fondy Idol is not part of the W.I.N.G.S. program; it is an after school event, said Lewis. I believe that Fondy Idol existed prior to the W.I.N.G.S. program existing. The school district does not run Fondy Idol and hasnt in the past. It is run by volunteers, some who are teachers and some who are not. Community members as well as parents who support Fondy Idol attended the meeting. Representatives from Fond du Lacs Arc and other

local businesses also showed their support at the November 9 meeting for continuing to run the show as it has been in the past. The pride, the smiles, and what they get from the audience is tremendous, says Ms. Weider, an SLD specialist at Fondy High. As for the future of the Fondy Idol event, it is run by volunteers and is not directly a part of a school district program, said Lewis. So, its continuation would be based upon whether the volunteers who lead it continue to lead it. Whether Fondy Idol 7 will be the last show or not is up to the volunteers, but no matter what, the participants enjoy every minute of the events camaraderie. Practicing every Monday night, the stars coordinate each act that features themselves singing, dancing, or performing other talents like impersonations. The participants pick their own songs and perform with pride. I think its a way for the kids to get up and show them what they can do. The kids get pretty excited about it, said CDS specialist, Mrs. Riendeau. Its something they truly look forward to, and they want to just show people that they can do things rather than look at the negative side of their disability or whatever they have going on. This is the seventh year of Fondy Idol. Ever since the first, Fondy Idol has evolved into a community wide event. The show is a free event and supported by community donations. High school students have contributed to the show by means of stagecraft and technological support, as well. It started because January and February are really long months spent indoors with special needs kids, said Valerie Lenz, the advisor of Fondy Idol and the W.I.N.G.S. program. We did the first Fondy Idol in the afternoon in March. The W.I.N.G.S. program has been in existence for three years. Students 18-21 years of age may be enrolled. The program gets the students volunteering in the community and also gets them to hold a steady job. Students are employed by a variety of businesses such as Aramark Foods and the S.T.E.M. Academy. W.I.N.G.S. scholars also learn tasks like grocery shopping, cleaning, cooking, planning and organizing. Youve got to give them wings. Thats really why its called that, said Lenz. Youve got to give them the confidence and the ability.

college SneakS up on fondy StudentS

Signing up for College next Spring
Luckie cha copy deSk chief

After taking the ACT twice, going on lots of college visits, and applying to many colleges, senior Erin Steward was able accepted to Luther College in Iowa. The whole process was long and takes forever, said Erin Steward. I have appreciated my friends, my teachers and everything that Fond du Lac has given to me over my 18 years, but I am ready to move out and experience the world. Students graduating next year still have awhile to plan for college. This years seniors, however, are mostly already lost in the process. Here is some information both groups of students can use to make sure they end up where they want. Juniors should try to visit several colleges and try to take classes here at the high school that are directed towards their career. At the end of junior year, juniors should sign up for the ACT. For the ACT, test-takers will need a transcript, their grades, and knowledge of themselves like interests and what schools they would like to go to. When the test asks for which schools would you like to send the act to, fill it out, even if you do not know where you are going, because it is free. If you are going out of the state, you should also take the SAT. For people deciding to go to a two year technical college, they should take the Accuplacer. However, the ACT is still good for plenty of things. If you are not interested in going to college, then you should bring your resume and visit the job fair on April 23, 2013. Its 9:00 AM-11:00 AM here at Fondy High in the field house. Those students who are considering going into the military should

know that certain parts of the military visit the school monthly, and students should ask questions when they are here. If anyone has questions on where and when these dates are, there is information on the TVs, and there is information at the career center. There is also a Youth Apprentice program available for all Sophomores and Juniors. It is where students can become an apprentice to a job they would like to have a career in. For students who are lost in where they would like to go, Mrs. Winkler, who is the career guidance counselor in room 1153, recommends going on careercruising.com. Students should still be visiting schools as well. There are plenty of college visits here at Fondy High. Look at the TV or other various places to find out when and which colleges are visiting. If anyone has anymore questions, they should stop down at the career center down in room 1153. Mrs. Winkler can assist you in anything you may need like financial aid, college decisions, or even which classes to take. Students can also email careercenter@fondystudents.org for any questions they may have as well. For those going to UW Fondy, you should apply for the guaranteed program, so you can transfer your credits much easier, said Mrs. Winkler. It is recommended for all juniors and seniors to begin applying for scholarships and a lot of them. Scholarships begin in the fall, so it is best to take advantage of the help. If students need recommendations, its best to ask at the end of junior year. There are recommendation sheets in

k ati e Bu ch er Sh o w S of f her a c ceptan ce Letter. ph oto c ourteSy o f Sy d n ey i n k S.

room 1153 if anyone needs it. On the sheet, be sure to tell the teacher or adult when you need the recommendation by. Include the date of when you will need it by when you ask them. Also, the teacher will need to remember who you are. Teachers have a load of students every year, so it may be hard to recall one from the past. Seniors should have applied to colleges before December already, however, there may still be time for those who have not applied yet, but act quickly as the time slots are going fast. Seniors should fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). It opened on January 1st, and this form is necessary to receive any financial aid. Good Luck! says Mrs. Winkler, and come see me if you need any help.

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how do you feel aBout college?

collette pluiM
GOING TO: Madison MOST EXCITED FOR: Experiencing a new city MOST SCARED FOR: Not being able to afford things

k at i e B u c h e r
GOING TO: White Water MOST EXCITED FOR: Getting to meet new people and start a new chapter in my life MOST SCARED FOR: My roommate being a super killer

jenny SchMitz
GOING TO: Hoping for Harvard MOST EXCITED FOR: Getting out of Fond du Lac MOST SCARED FOR: Having to make all new friends

Sa M M a u e r n i c o l e f u r ta k
GOING TO: Marian Univeristy MOST EXCITED FOR: A new start MOST SCARED FOR: the fact the 2/3 of students are girls GOING TO: San Deigo City College MOST EXCITED FOR: Getting to see my family in California. MOST SCARED FOR: Im scared of nothing. Im Sam. Im powerful.

e M i ly c h a lt r y
GOING TO: UW Fond du Lac MOST EXCITED FOR: The interesting classes that I enjoy and getting to meet new people MOST SCARED FOR: Living in a dorm, because Im so used to living in my house

Brady cleveland
GOING TO: Madison or MIT MOST EXCITED FOR: Nothing, really. MOST SCARED FOR: The colleges dont scare me. I scare the colleges.

aaron king
GOING TO: Moraine Park University, then MSOE MOST EXCITED FOR: A new environment and learning subjects that I will use MOST SCARED FOR: Paying for college

Bridget StollfuS
GOING TO: I dont know where yet. MOST EXCITED FOR: Getting some freedom from my parents MOST SCARED FOR: Creepy roommates

creative krauS
With a script chosen as a finalist for possible filming as a movie, a students big-screen dreams move closer into sight
chriStine moua // art director

The talented Anna Kraus is once again showing off her skills -- this time in the art of screenwriting (scriptwriting). Kraus, a senior, participated in the Teen Screenwriting Program, which is held by Collaborative Cinema of the Milwaukee Film Festival, and had her script chosen out of 350 others. Kraus is now among other finalists to have her script turned into a movie. The program allows anyone from grades 9-12 to submit one-page script ideas for a chance to have it be made into a short film over the summer. Fifty writers with the best story ideas are chosen to attend two workshops, where they will meet with professional mentors who will teach them all they need to know about screenwriting, character development, and so much more. The students one-page scripts, also known as treatments, will be perfected in the workshop, and in the end, one will be chosen to be made into a film. Kraus attended a workshop on January 26, where she worked on developing her story idea into a ten-page script with help from professionals. The best

part of all of this? It doesnt cost a thing. mality of the therapy session; nothing is If a script is chosen to be filmed, the out of the ordinary until the man blacks writer is invited to come to the set and out. [He] wakes up alone with the docwatch their own characters come to life. tor, who cautiously breaks to him the Before being chosen to attend the news: he wasnt in group therapy at all workshop, Kraus submitted two treat- -- he has multiple personality disorder. ments into the Screenwriting Program. The leaders of the Screenwriting ProThe first was created in her familys con- gram leaned more towards the Wizard venience store on a summer night in July. of Oz-esque treatment. However, Kraus There were hardly any custom- chose the second one to be workshopped. ers, and there was nothing but a stupid I felt that script was more likely to football game on TV, said Kraus. The be chosen as the winner, she said. It phone rang and it was my mother call- would be easy to shoot on a tight buding to let me know that The Wizard get, it doesnt require expensive sets or of Oz was on some movie channel. special effects, and it would be an inMind wandering, I began thinking teresting exercise for actors. Also, the about how that story would be differ- movie that will be produced during ent in our modern world. The story of this summer will be ten minutes long. a pop culture oriented-Oz with twisted The Oz story needs a lot more time to characters and dark adventure began be fully executed. Group Therapy is swirling in my brain. I started scrib- a story that can be told within the real bling ideas on post-it notes and shov- life restrictions of this production. ing them in my pocket for typing up later! Kraus second treatment, which seems just as dark and twisted as the first, was drawn from a project she did in her sophomore year: A man arrives for his first day of group therapy and is surrounded by a colorful cast of characters, she explains. The first to catch his eye is a young woman, sit- t h i S y e a r , k r a u S w o r k e d w i t h t h e c a S t o f t arab g t a ting upright and smiling t a l e S oo F oh ep u p p e tI a nw n I h h t S , hc r e ao ifn g e r pLeth ra f S it the eLp h broadly, hardly looking c r e w . a B o v e , k r a u S a n d a a r o n B a L d a u f like she belongs in any c L e a r Ly h a v i n g a g o o d t i m e . sort of group therapy. Then, a dark figure with his head hung Mrs. Jahn, Kraus Film Studies teacher low, looks up at our hero with mur- here at Fondy High, spoke on Annas derous eyes [...] Eleven people in all. treatment and talent: I was able to read Kraus goes on to explain the nor- her treatment, and it is very intriguing.

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I am excited to see how she develops it into a storyline. [...] I am confident that she will find success in any creative outlet she chooses. Her talent is rare, and her passion is refreshing to witness. Like most writers, Kraus inspiration is drawn from her daily life experiences and the people she meets. A quote that I often think back to is simply: Everything happens (Doctor Horribles Sing-Along Blog), she says. And how true that is. I believe that even if your life is filled with hardships, it really only matters what you do with them. On the impact of writing and how much it means to her, Anna says: People all react differently to the struggles in their lives. I release them through writ-

ing. Its a perfect creative outlet that allows me to say things in ways that arent always so black and white. When it comes to life and writing, ideas come and go, but only the good ones stay with us. Kraus will attend a second workshop in March, where she will have another chance to perfect her final script. Five scripts will be chosen at the end, and several directors will read and choose one to be filmed. The winner will be announced near the end of March. Until then, Kraus is dedicating her time to creating props (a set of triplet babies, nine-foot demon, genie head -- the list goes on and on!) with her crew for Fondy Highs play, Tales of the Arabian Nights. The play will be shown on February 7, 8, and 9 at 7 p.m. in the PAC Lobby.

l e f t: c h a o t i c k r a u s ! / / k y l e e t h o m p s o n c r e a t i n g a dinosaur. // aaron baldauf in pre-goblin costume.

araBian nightS playS at fondy high

Fondy high presents tales of the arabian nights
Luckie cha // copy deSk chief

nce again, Fondy High has brought us another play for our entertainment. Last year it was Narnia, and it had fantastic fight scenes, outstanding costumes and magnificent environments. This year, the play is The Arabian Nights playing on Feb. 7, 8 and 9 here at Fondy High. The Arabian Nights is about a sultan whose wife leaves him for another man. The jealous Sultan decides to marry a new bride every day, and he kills her the next day in order to make sure that she does not cheat on him like his first wife. However, one woman becomes his wife and is clever enough to stay alive. Her name is Scheherazade. To stay alive, Scheherazade tells the sultan tales of many in-

teresting events to grab his interest. She grabs enough interest to stay alive the next day, and the next. However, she cannot keep telling interesting stories forever. Its gonna be much different from the previous years, says senior and actor Bobby Shepard. Were going in a completely different direction. This show will have its own unique qualities such as puppetry. It will bring Scheherazades stories to life for the audience to see. It will be a show for all ages and show intense fighting scenes, realistic costumes, and stories that are well known like Aladdin and The Genie in the Lamp. What happens when she runs out of stories to tell? asks senior and actor Eddie Wick. Come to the play and find out!

hold Me in the rain

B e M y va l e n t i n e
rachaeL Schneider // SportS editor

ou really love them, dont you? A simple psychological question. Not a single name was mentioned, but suddenly, they came into your mind as you read it. Boys and girls, get those flowers and presents, and set up that romantic night. Valentines Day is coming again: the one time of year that girls love and boys dread, that single people hate and couples rely on to mend broken strings or just become stronger. The question is which one are you, and how are you going to handle it? I am doing a whole lotta nothing for my girlfriend, Lydia Oestreich, said Phelan Castro. Maybe get her something, I dont know yet. Ill think of something. Most of boys reading this are probably thinking, Yup thats exactly what I had planned, or thats a good idea. But, if you have a girlfriend, how does she take that? Because all of the girls are probably thinking, Wow, what a jerk! Sean Whites girlfriend, Nicole DeMarb, has the following advice: Do at least get her flowers; everyone deserves something. But, dont get her nothing and ignore her. It comes off conceited and as if you dont care about her at all. Im not sure what Im doing for my wife yet, says Mr. Walter. But when it comes to Valentines Day do at least something for her, especially when youre married. Dont forget about Valentines Day. Thats the worst a man can do. Not sure what to do yet? Some couples already know what theyre going to do for each other to make a lasting impres-

sion....or just get by until her birthday. Yes, that means you sitting there thinking, Yes, I did something; Im in the clear! Do be nice, happy, energetic, treat it like every other day, says Jenny Smit, girlfriend of Tyler Kryzanowski. Just be yourself. Valentines day should not be the only day that you treat the special someone any different than any other day. And dont act differently than you do any other day. BE YOURSELF! Im planning on driving to Neenah to pick him up from Show Choir practice, says Mitch Gilles, whos dating Reno Jaymz. Then, Im going to surprise him with a dinner date at a local restaurant. After dinner, we will be heading back to his house to cuddle and watch a movie. Im going to make him lemon bars and lemon bread because he dislikes chocolate, says Megan Wunder, Nic Kotsoniss girlfriend, and get him a huge bag of sour gummy worms and a cute stuff animal that says I love you on it or some corny saying. There is a young teacher couple who just got married this year. They thought they might help you out with some advice. First of all, dont completely forget about Valentines day! says Jaycie Stremkowski. You Dont need to spend a lot of money. The best gifts are ones that are creative, original, and thoughtful. Valentines day is about showing your partner you appreciate them so dont demand anything. Do remember about the significance of the day and appreciate the fact that you have a wonderful person in your life. Dont just buy a box of chocolates,

its tacky and predictable, says Brandon Stremkowski. Dont be selfish, dont do something youd like to do, do something your partner would like to do. Do treat your partner with the utmost respect, not what you see on TV. Do something out of the ordinary, and have fun with it! For Valentines day The newlyweds never buys cards, candy, or flowers because they dont want the day to become a routine. They like to do new things and go to events, like a musical or sports game, because it becomes a great memory. They would rather have an experience and spend time together than give each other gifts. This year they havent decided on anything quite yet. Mr. Strem tends to surprise me a lot so well see what happens! says Jaycie. The best relationship is one where you can completely and 100% be your true genuine self with your partner, says Jaycie and Brandon. To have a successful partnership both people need to be willing to compromise, put themselves in the others situation, and be willing to admit when their wrong. Having good communication skills is essential to a good and happy relationship. Laughing and joking together is very important because sometimes life can be too serious and you need that person to decompress with. We knew we wanted to get married when we discovered that we were each others best friends and that we both made each other want to be better people. You cant ask for more than that. All you need is love, but a little chocolate doesnt hurt. Charles M. Schulz. Happy Valentines Day!

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dreSSeS on dreSSeS on dreSSeS

this winters hottest trends just in time for Sadie hawkins!

k ay L a m a r c o e / / e d i t o r i a L S ta f f

With homecoming and its sparkling memories passed, we find ourselves in the dead of winter with our winter dance rapidly approaching. Being held on February 16, this years Snowball dance, now a Sadie Hawkins, gives students something fun, (and legal...) to do on a Saturday night that is rarely found in Fond du Lac. In case you didnt know, a Sadie Hawkins is a dance where, instead of the normal guy asking the girl, its reversed. The girl is responsible for asking her date. Stressful, I know. Last fall, we saw tons of glitter and one-shouldered dresses parading their way around the field house. This winter, we will still see the glitter (thankfully, because honestly, who doesnt love it?) and the asymmetrical silhouettes, but the trends will also be taking a turn down a completely different road. Tight fits and sleeves are making their grand entrance onto the dance floor this winter. Weve been seeing many body con (extremely fitted,) dresses lately, but theyre absolutely everywhere now. And sleeves paired with a short hemline - whats better for a dance where its cold outside but hot on the floor? (White dress, Windsorstore.com $39.90)

This dress combines sexy and sweet, showing us a great example of a body con dress, made just girly enough with the lace detail on the straps. (Black dress available from forever21.com for $22.80.) Dramatic back cutouts and peplum silhouettes are also being shown quite often. This dress, with a semi-saucy back detail, is super cute and perfect for this Februarys dance. This dress is extremely cute and feminine with a back cutout in the shape of a heart. (Teal dress, Windsorstore.com $46.90) As always, the shoes and makeup departments have pretty much stayed the same. The higher the shoe, the better. The only stipulation there, is that you can properly walk in them without looking like a baby deer on rollerblades. Then youre better off wearing flats or cute sandals. As for makeup, winged eyeliner and smokey eyeshadow makes a reappearance. A little more dramatic and dark for winter is appropriate, just dont end up looking like a raccoon. Its not attractive, sorry to say. Grab your dress, kick off your killer shoes and hit the dance floor! Sadies is coming up quickly this year, lets make the temperature in FHS rise while its dropping outside.

Sadie hawkinS dance, in My khaki pantS

th i s y e a r s Sn ow b a l l i s b e i n g ru n a s a S a d i e h a w k i n s d a n c e .
k ay L a m a r c o e / / e d i t o r i a L S ta f f

This winter, the student council is giving a new type of dance a try. Normally called the Snowball, which is pretty much the same as homecoming, just less formal and fussed over, the winter dance this year is being held as a Sadie Hawkins. It will take place on Feb. 16 right here at Fondy High. A Sadies is a dance where the ladies ask the guys, opposite of the norm. The first Sadie Hawkins dance was held in 1938, named after a comic strip character who was extremely unat-

tractive and was tired of waiting for a man to come to her. She took matters into her own hands, and thus, the Sadie Hawkins dance was born. It adds pressure to girls, but gives guys a little room to breathe. Its a good way for both sides to see what the other gender normally has to deal with. Ladies, grab your date and dress, and come to the Sadie Hawkins dance.

keep on kickin
Coach Winkler Wins national Youth Soccer Coach of the Year award
rachaeL Schneider // SportS editor

ootball, soccer, whatever you call it, Greg Winkler takes pride in it. In fact, Coach Winkler has been coaching it for so long and so well that he was awarded the National Youth Soccer Coach of the Year Award by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America in January. This is an incredible honor that goes to only one coach in the country. Of course there was much excitement with winning the recognition, says Greg Winkler, but it is really an honor and a humbling experience. It was even more special because most of the high school coaching staff was at the event. The award was presented at a dinner event in Indianapolis attended by more than 1,000 coaches from around the country. Winkler was joined there by fellow teachers and soccer coaches of Fondy: Coach Clark, Coach Ramirez, Coach Krukowski, and Coach Smith. Winkler believes the award was based on some measure of success, but one of the qualifications that was mentioned

was player development. Over the years with the youth Fond du Lac Soccer Association and here at Fond du Lac High School, he has strived to improve players, improve the game and promote a love for the beautiful game of soccer. I hope that when my time is up, he says, That people will say that we were able to do that. Its a pretty big honor, says Coach Cory Clark. When the regional winners were honored at a breakfast in Indy [at the NSCAA coaching conference], Greg was really impressed by the credentials and the bios of the other regional winners. As a coaching staff, we thought he was right in the running with the others. At the National awards banquet that evening, we found out we were right. It was a pretty big moment at our table when he was announced the winner. I have been coaching at the High School since 1993, and I have watched Greg work hard for the youth of Fond du Lac for many years. This award reflects on all the coaches in the Fond du Lac youth soccer system. The other nominees were from pretty big cities. So, this says alot about

Fond du Lac soccer, said Coach Clark. The National Youth Soccer Coach of the Year is a really big deal, says Coach Ramirez. Coach Winkler was up against many other coaches. Like himself, they have a passion for soccer and growing a youth program in their community. This is a recognition of his years of hard work. He makes it look easy and enjoyable. Ever see him without a smile? Coach Winkler is relentless with his efforts to improve youth soccer in our great badger state! I learn from him everyday, and for me it has and always will be a joy and honor to work with him, said Coach Ramirez. The great thing about coaching for as long as I have is the wonderful relationships that I have been able to build with my players over the years, Winkler said. As I stated before, it is really humbling because of all the people it has really taken to make this award for me a reality. For those players and parents that may see this, Winkler says, thank you for your support and lets keep on kickin.

a punch in the right direction

Spirit Punch Cards were launched during Winter Spirit Week to boost school participation
Sydney inkS // editor-in-chief

School spirit has always been present at Fondy High, but the struggle was always to get more students involved. This year, the Fondy Spirit Committee designed a new incentive: Spirit Punch Cards. Inventive and rewarding, these punch cards promote Fondy related activities ranging from performing arts events to

sports. The goal is for kids to get active and involved outside of school, said Spirit Committee Advisor, Mrs. Severson. The punch cards have ten punches one must get in order to be put into a raffle for various prizes. The main prize is a $100 Best Buy Card,

donated by the student council. Since the punch cards are completely free to every student, the Spirit Committee is relying on donations of small prizes from local businesses. The cards with ten punches will be due to Mrs. Severson on May 16th and the raffle will be drawn on May 17th. There will be events such

as a choir concert or a hockey playoff game, said Mrs. Severson. The Spirit Punch Card program was launched during the 2013 winter spirit week. If any student did not receive their punch card in homeroom, they may pick one up from Mrs. Severson in room 1350.

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Senora haaSe radiateS with energy

new Spanish teacher uses wild acivities to teach lessons
rocio Barona // Staff writer

eginning class with singing in Seora Haases class is not abnormal. At first you may think its chorus class, but its really Mrs. Haase. As she begins her lesson its not uncommon for her to be rhyming and making analogies. As she teaches her students placement of objects in Spanish, her hands begin to move around, and she sings her engaging songs that involve gagging sounds. When engaging her students through such activities, which may involve dancing as well, she reminds her students of four little words, be loud and proud. Thats when you know its time to get moving. As a new Spanish teacher at Fondy High, Mrs. Haase makes her class entertaining every day by being spontaneous. Good afternoon class... remind me cause Im old and forget things...I make you

laugh and learn spanish along the way, said Seora Haase. Her comments, which are always present, make her the unique teacher she is, said student Deanna Burgess. It has been a long journey for Seora Haase. She started out in West Bend, Wisconsin where she attended high school and grew up for most of her life. For college she attended UW Oshkosh, where she became certified in English and Spanish ELL and obtained a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. Im a nerd, said Seora Haase. After college, she started teaching Spanish at Weyauwega Fremont for two years. She decided to start an AP course for the students, but the school denied it. Then she headed to Sabish Middle School where she taught ELL for six years and is now currently at Fondy High beginning her first year. As a new teacher at the

school she has felt like is it has been a good change. I love it, said Seora Haase. The changes that her other school imposed were not matching up with what she wanted, and when Fondy hired her she was, happy to stay; they said I was good. She has a lot of energy, and makes class very fun, Burgess said. Teaching both levels one and two here at Fondy, with large amounts of students per class, makes it a challenge to allow every single student to receive the same amount of attention. I like all my students, she said. They are good people. She explains that when students are not behaving its not because they choose to sometimes, but because they have their own problems to deal with as well. She says that everyone has their good and bad days; its a form of balance that requires patience and understanding. As a teacher, one of her biggest motivations has been the ability of her students to comprehend the subject being taught. When stu-

dents dont get it, and they finally get it, is how she described it. Another moments she enjoys the most is when those students that dont participate much, or dont understand the concept, come out of their shell and participate. It brings her great joy. Every student has their moment to shine, said Haase. Whenever we need help, she is always there, said student Taylor Hanks. She has a lot of patience. Taylor enjoys being in her class. She has had a great time so far and loves to learn the language. Her desk, which is well organized, has pictures of her husband and her two-year-old baby boy, Macalister Haase. In a few months she will have another picture of her soonto-come baby. The energy that Seora Haase brings to the class gets her to say things like, you can laugh at your goofy teacher. She is always attempting jokes, says Itzel Barona, former student of Seora Haase. Itzel explains that having her as a teacher brought many funny moments. She may not be that great at jokes, but it made class interesting, said Itzel.

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n Rink B of Blue Line Family Ice Center, voices of parents can be heard chattering in the bleachers. The sound of hockey pucks slamming against the wall loudly every two seconds by little boys one rink

over echoes throughout the room. A group of girls in matching warm up outfits are huddled together talking loudly. In a few minutes the girls are in formation on the ice, and the music is cued. Suddenly nothing

else matters. In that moment anyone watching is captivated by the sound of skates cutting the ice and the elegance of the choreography and how it perfectly complements the medley from the musical Wicked.

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The music resonates from every corner of the room drowning out the sound of the parents and hockey players. The girls are skating in a circle, mirroring each others moves with precision, gliding across the ice effortlessly and twirling in exact synchronization. Their faces remain neutral, not betraying any signs of difficulty. They later divide into small lines of five. At the center of one of the lines a girl yells over the melody of Defying Gravity, counting off numbers to keep the team on track. This girl is Christina Wirtz, one of the team captains of the Fondy Blades Synchronized Figure Skating Team. Christina is a junior here at Fond du Lac High School who started figure skating when she was about four years old. She was first inspired to start skating after watching her cousin, Jessica Wirtz, a former student at Fond du lac High School, perform in an ice show. Thirteen years later, it is almost impossible to keep her off the ice. She is currently the co-captain with Danielle Lewis of the Fondy Blades, a synchronized ice-skating team here in Fond du Lac that has taken the national title a handful of times. Last year, the 21-member figure skating team took second at nationals and hopes to redeem themselves with a first this year. However, she is not just a synchro-skater, Christina is also devoted to individual skating. She has nearly passed all of the possible levels, and she also coaches younger kids. Even before she started skating, Christinas mother, Carol Wirtz knew her daughter was enticed with the sport the first time she saw the Ice Show. She just loved it, said Carol. The fancy dresses, the makeup--she couldnt wait to do it. We thought she would get bored or cold, but she watched the whole thing. Soon after the Ice Show, Wirtz signed up for lessons. After surpassing group lessons, she began taking private ones as an elementary schooler. She would have to be on the ice at six-thirty in the morning for practice and then attend school for the day, showing her dedication to the sport early on. But dedication doesnt come from the skaters alone. Christina says her mother has never missed a single test session or competition. The Blades

parents are known for making signs with catchy phrases on them and wearing scarves that coordinate with their daughters dresses. Christina says she knows how huge of a time commitment it is for her family between practices, and that competitions can last entire weekends in long-distance locations, but she says they have been nothing but supportive. As an individual skater, Christina

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feels free to bring out more of her creative side. And she is not always skating solo; one of the categories requires Christina to have a partner who is flown in from Canada to participate in testing. She says she prefers synchronized skating to individual because she loves working with her team. Its an honor, she says. You walk in and everyone knows who you are. Its intense. We are feared by teams. I dont know... Im proud. She does a really good job of motivating the team and keeping them on track, shes a leader, says Heather Pagal, who not only teaches math here at the high school, but also coaches Christina in individual and synchro

skating. As an individual skater, Mrs. Pagal says she has seen Christina grow and have more willingness to accept her mistakes and learn from them. Thus far in their season, The Blades have done significantly well. In their first competition they took first by two hundredths of a point, despite having two people fall. The second competition ended on a more bitter note as the girls took second place by two hundredths of a point. None of our elements were called as they shouldve been, Wirtz said. The last team to go skated to the same music as we did--their dresses werent as impressive. The next big competitions for the team are the Fond du Lac Competition and Midwesterns. The Fond du Lac Competition will be here at Blueline on January 19. Midwesterns will determine whether or not the team goes to nationals, as only four teams from the Midwest make the cut-off. A lot of our success goes to our head coach, Jenny McMahon, says Wirtz. If a teams not good, shell make them good, thats just the way she is. We are a typically strong team, Jenny makes us that way. Co-captain Danielle Lewis, who has skated with Christina for twelve years, says that Christina is one of the most graceful and competitive skaters she has ever met, but it hasnt always been smooth gliding for Wirtz. When she was 10 years old she tore her PCL while skating. She was in physical therapy for six to eight weeks, and there was chance that she would have to pick a different sport. It was by sheer will and love for the sport that Christina found herself back on the ice. Amongst her struggles, Christina has found herself making memories that will last a lifetime. One of her significant moments as skater was at nationals last year. Before we go out and skate our routine, we enter through a tunnel and wait for our names to be called, she said. They were announcing the other teams score and I looked out into the stands and saw my mom holding up a sign and cheering my name and I just got so emotional. I started to tear up. My coach asked me if I was okay and I just looked at her and said Im

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I cant imagine what my life would be like if I had never stepped foot on that ice when I was only four years old.
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terrific. Im just so happy to be here. Christina is the perfect example of how the sum of ones success can be measured by the sacrifices they make. Although she may not have attended every birthday party or sleepover growing up, she pursued something she was passionate about and accomplished so much along the way. The most astonishing thing about it is that she maintains her humility. If one were to sit in a room with Christina, they may never know she that she had been competing in national competitions since she was six. Even co-captain Danielle Lewis insists that despite being a phenomenal skater, Christina finds time to be a normal seventeen year old. When shes not shredding ice, Christina can be found studying for her AP classes, spending time at Wempners dance studio, or cheering in the fan section of hockey games supporting the team. Skating is a huge part of what she is, but shes a lot more than that, said Lewis. Shes the girl with the loud laugh and perfect handwriting who can make any-

one smile. I guess you could say I know her pretty well. Yet, Christina wouldnt trade skating for anything in the world. Its what I do. Its what Im known for, she says. I coach, and that means so much to be able to do. Skating is something thats always been there and has been a huge part of my life. For Wirtz skating is more than a sport, its a lifestyle. Skating means everything to me. Its so much more than just a chilly sport. I have met so many incredible people and gained friends for life, she says. I cant imagine what my life would be like if I had never stepped foot on that ice when I was only four years old. The poise and charm Christina possesses can not be written with words. Whether she is perfecting the landing on a complex jump or soaring across the ice with her teammates, there is an unmistakable determination behind her eyes. And when the music stops, one only needs to look for her satisfied smile to know that the routine was flawless. Everyone watching knows that she is truly defying gravity.

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boys varsity hockey is hopeful as their season progresses
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Boys varsity hockey is in the midst of an amazing run. With 117 goals scored and 169 points on assists, Coach Sarazin and the team have it down to a science. I think as far as position strengths go, we have had a number of positive efforts so far, Sarazin says. Defensively, we have only given up under two goals per game. Offensively, we have one of the top lines in the state with good supporting scoring, and both goaltenders have stepped up and played well. Outside of the positional play, I think we have brought a sense of team and mental toughness to the program with these veteran players. We have won games this

year that we might not have pulled out in the past because of these two attributes. Last year at this time, the team was 6-14-1, this year they are 18-3-2. This season our team is more mature and experienced as a whole, says senior defender, Brian Harney. We also have a consistent sense of team leadership and confidence going into every game. Junior Andrea Pertl, brother of freshman defender Ben Pertl, has only good words to share. The hockey team has been doing an awesome job, she says. Their record shows their ability, and I cant wait to see whats in store for them this season. I hope they can continue improving, and hopefully get a state title! They have amazing teamwork. I love going to every game to support. Coming in as a freshman would be an understandingly big amount of pressure, but Ben got used to it pretty quickly. I was a little nervous coming into the season, but once I got to know the team, it was great, he said. Ive had a lot of fun and cant wait to start playoffs and hopefully win state. Fan support has been a big factor in the motivation this season. Our fans are unreal. They bring an extra energy to the game, and we love playing in front of their support. We cant thank them enough, said senior goalie Charlie Blagoue. Sarazin adds, fan support is priceless.

As coaches we are constantly looking for motivators for the guys and the more fans behind our athletes the more motivation they have.The atmosphere in the field of competition is important and we are lucky to have had excellent support both at home and on the road this season. I hope students continue to have fun in a positive way at our events because it really does make the difference. Though the team has a winning record under its belt, there is always room to improve. We want to get better every day, support each other, acquire a conference title, and attend the state tournament in Madison, Sarazin says. I really have high expectations for this group, and I think the team does, as well. We absolutely know that we will face adversity, and we will have to rely on our team environment and toughness to battle through. Our remaining schedule is riddled with tough opponents and top contenders in the state which hopefully will help us with the post season. The vibes given off by the team as they skate onto the ice are those of determination, strength and drive. Fondy high has so much talent put together on this one team, it makes it hard to imagine what, together, they couldnt accomplish. The season isnt near over yet, so hold onto your hats, hockey fans, its gonna be a good one!

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a look into the lives of two skating Cardinals
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s most observe, hockey players carry a typical stereotype at our school: egocentric boys using puzzling hockey slang; chasing girls; gazing in the mirror as they slick back their long, lush hair; and focusing on nothing more than the NHL, how many points they have and their rank in the league. This is false. Although, some of the aforementioned characteristics are valid statements, such as the fabulous hair and goofy terminology, the varsity boys at our school do not fit the stereotype. Sophomore, Jack Nejedlo and junior, Michael Wilson proved that there is more to hockey and to the Fond du Lac Cardinals than what meets the eye. Nejedlo and Wilson are two of the most commonly known names throughout the Fond du Lac community and around the high school at this time of the year. They lead the hockey team with exceptionally high numbers of goals and assists. I started playing hockey when I was about four years old, said Nejedlo. My dad used to take me and my sisters out on Rink A, and thats how I began my career. During the early stages, Jack was not the best skater, but with help from his older sisters, he slowly began to pick it up. I started playing with Michael on the Bantam Team when his dad was the coach. The first year we played together we actu-

ally won state, so that was pretty cool, he said. Ill be completely honest, our starting relationship was fun, said Wilson. We had a lot of good times where we would have practice then sleepover; wed have girl talks and what not. On the ice we get pretty serious though. We know when to buckle down. Wilson and Nejedlo have remained great friends throughout the years. Hockey overall has strengthened their relationship, on and off the ice. Having the student section there brings a lot of momentum to the team because everyone just wants to play even harder for them, said Nejedlo. Having that huge student section at the games is just awesome to come out to. Team Wisconsin is a before-and-after league for the 17 best high school players of different age groups. They travel to sur rounding states during the off season, then they compete for State after the high school season is over. Michael, along with being a Cardinal, also plays for Team Wisconsin. The experience all around was just phenomenal, said Wilson. I think Ive benefitted so much from it. My skill, my talent, and I think my drive too has gone up from it. Helping me play for the Cardinals. Jack is a second year veteran playing for the Varsity Boys

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team. He began his freshman year on the third line, but after hard work, progress and dedication, by the end of the season he was hitting the ice much more often on first line, which is equivalent to first string in other varsity sports. It was scary being a freshman going up against the seniors, but they helped me out a lot by taking most of the hits for me, said Nejedlo. I think that playing at such a young age has really benefitted me this year because I know what to expect and whats to be expected out of me. It has helped me alot. Although, Michael does wear the C on the left side of his chest, every player is considered a captain in Coach Sarazins eyes. Each and every player has his own strengths for the team, whether or not they are different from his teammates strengths. That is what makes the Cardinals the wicked team they are today. As captain, Michael isnt necessarily there to boss everyone around; he tries his best to keep the players in line and to help unite them as team. Playing with Jack, Ty [Rebedew], Rex [Whealon], Charlie [Blagoue], and Alex [Graf] helps too. said Wilson. You can see that we all set the example on the ice for the next line to come out and succeed, Michael is a great role model, said Nejedlo. He shows the way hockey should be played. He has some big hits and everything he does on and off the ice just shows me what to do to be great. He shows it perfectly. He should be the captain. It is unlikely for a sophomore to carry a title for a varsity team. However, Jack is one of the highest scoring players and he is very well-respected by his teammates. My respect for Jack is through the roof, said Wilson. I definitely agree with the things he has to say in the locker room and I think hes an icon in Fond du Lac, as a football player and a hockey player. I dont think many kids can step up during their freshman year and play like he did. Hes a really great leader. The boys started off the season with an extremely sturdy, undefeated record. Despite a few tough losses, they are still

skating as tough as ever to achieve higher goals. As of today theirrecord stands at 18-3-2. We worked hard in the summer to get where we are today, said Nejedlo. Our record hasnt just been given to us, the team worked for what we wanted. The team deserved it. The elephant in the room and the question we all are dying to know: Will the Cardinals bring us home a State Title? Im not going to make a prediction, said Wilson. We just have to take it one game at a time. A record that stands where we do is pretty cool to look at but then again, you cant put it to your head. Our record and where we stand in the state is just overdone. Its nice to see but its just gets our heads bigger. It doesnt really do anything. No team is going to come in and say oh theyre number three lets just lay down, theyre going to come at us with their full game, he said. We are hoping to get to state, we are working really hard, said Nejedlo. But you never know, you just have to take it one game at a time. The Class of 2013 has set some pretty fabulous trends this year. The most important being: the school spirit. Compared to previous years, the student section not only at Blue Line Ice Center, but at away games as well, is phenomenal. Students of all ages come together to cheer on the Cardinals. I think its awesome to see all those fans there, just to support us, said Nejedlo. Its amazing to play in front of them and see that support there, he said. I cant thank the fans enough, said Wilson. It is an amazing feeling to see everyone out at the rink. As players graduate and the seasons change, a strong team can suddenly weaken or a scrambling team can suddenly stand up on their own two skates. And if it works in the teams favor, they can succeed and achieve greatness. Last year we started off pretty sketchy, said Wilson. We didnt have the best start to the season, but at the end we went on a 12 game winning streak. The difference between this year and last year is that we have the experi-

ence, the core group of seniors, a great goaltender and some incoming freshmen and sophomores, too, that help out our team in a great way. Having that loss in the sectional final last year made our motivation so much stronger in the summer for this season, said Nejedlo. With what Michael said about the seniors, everyone is just so close together, I think it is going to be good for us this year. The boys immediately began to grin and blush when the topic of the infamous flow got brought up. Its a hockey thing, said Wilson. I personally believe I have the best hair on the team. I think he has great hair, said Nejedlo. I mean he definitely uses some of the best shampoo on the line. But yeah, no other sport has this great of hair. I really think that we care more about our hair than most girls do. Michael and Jack may both have beautiful hair, but from the eyes of the Cardinal Columns Staff, we have agreed that Rex Whealon, senior, takes home the gold. The Cardinals had their first playoff game on February 14, and if they carry on throughout the season, they will compete in the State Final on February 28-March 2.

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Say hello to a new year filled with new music, movies, and tV shows
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JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE Last month, Justin Timberlake teased us all with a new and groovy track, Suit & Tie featuring Jay Z. The track is the lead single off of JTs new solo album, The 20/20 Experience. This is the first record Timberlake will release since Future/Sex Lovesounds in 2006. In a video released shortly before Suit & Tie was revealed to the world, Timberlake says, I dont want to put anything out that I feel like is something I dont love. You just dont get that every day. You have to wait for it [...] Im ready. So are we, JT! THE STROKES Last month, The Strokes released a new song, One Way Trigger (which shows off Julian Casablancas falsetto!) The band also confirmed to NME that a new album, Comedown Machine, will be released on March 26. This is the bands fifth studio album following 2011s Angles, which featured hits such as Under Cover of Darkness and Machu Picchu.

VAMPIRE WEEKEND After the release of Contra in 2010, Vampire Weekend finally plans to release a third studio album, Modern Vampires of the City, on May 7 in the U.S. Last month, they announced the track listing, as well as new tour dates for this upcoming year. The band have already performed a new track from MVotC, Unbelievers, last year on Jimmy Kimmel. Band member Rostam Batmanglij spoke to Faster Louder last month, saying that the third LP will be definitely darker, with darker lyrics and a more nocturnal feel. Lead singer Ezra Koenig explained to NME: I dont think theres too much on this record thats going to come off as lightweight. However, Batmanglij assures us that they have not lost the energy the two previous albums had.

THE BLACK KEYS After the success of their seventh album, El Camino, which was released in 2011, The Black Keys are back in the studio once again. Guitarist and singer Dan Auerbach spoke to Uncut Magazine in December: Were hoping to have [the record] done by some time in March. The record isnt written yet, well do it in the studio. This is when we both work best, when were dying to make an album. Last month, drummer Patrick Carney posted a photo of their studio, hinting that a new album is definitely in the making. The Keys dont have a specific date for release, however both have confirmed that it will be out some time this year.

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S TA R T R E K : I N T O T H E D A R K N E S S Directed by J.J. Abrams, Star Trek Into the Darkness stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Khan, and welcomes back Chris Pine as James T. Kirk, Zachary Quinto as Spock and Zoe Saldana as Noyota Uhura. The crew of the Enterprise are faced with an unstoppable force that has attacked Starfleet. The crew, led by Captain Kirk, go on a manhunt to capture the ones responsible for the chaos. Star Trek Into the Darkness is set to be released on May 17, 2013. THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE Catching Fire, the second installment in the popular Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins, stars Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen and Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark. After winning the Hunger Games with Peeta, Katniss must face more and more challenges that will surely change her life forever. Last month, stills from the movie were released, including one giving us a first look at Sam Claflin as Finnick Odair. Catching Fire will be released on November 22, 2013. IRON MAN 3 Iron Man 3 once again stars Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark. In this sequel, Stark faces his most powerful enemy yet: the Mandarin, played by Ben Kingsley. The Mandarin, which was supposed to appear in the first Iron Man, will finally make its appearance in the franchise. Speaking to Empire Magazine about the character, producer Kevin Feige said, The Mandarin is [Iron Mans] most famous foe in the comics mainly because hes been around the longest [...] No other villain has been able to strike this fast and this hard at one of our heroes. Iron Man 3 will be in theaters on May 3.

Predicting the 2013 oscar winners

Okay, so everyone knows that the most important award ceremony we have each year for movies is the Academy Awards. The Academy Awards is also the longest-running award ceremony ever, going into its 85th showing this year. The AAs take place once a year to celebrate some of the best accomplishments in filmmaking and acting. It also has a special tribute video to any actors or important crew members for moviemaking that have died throughout the year before. Throughout many years there has always been a limited amount of movies that usually includes five nominees for best picture and other categories, but recently that has changed. The best picture category has been extended over the past couple years to hold as many as nine nominations. The voting is done by members of the academy who choose their top choices for nominations in each category and then, in stage two of the process, all members of the academy vote in each category to determine the winner that gets the most votes. Although, there have been many people who have not thought that this process is fair. There are some people who even believe that it may be more obvious who the winners should be by who wins the most awards in each category during other award ceremonies. I have listed the most likely winners in each category based on the number of other awards each has won.

BEST SUPPORTING ACTORS/ACTRESSES: 1. Anne Hathaway (Les Miserables) 1. Tommy Lee Jones (Lincoln) 2. Amy Adams (The Master) 2. Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained) BEST ACTOR/ACTRESS: 1. Daniel Day-Lewis (Lincoln) 2. Bradley Cooper (Silver Linings Playbook) 1. Quvenzhane Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild) 2. Jessica Chastain (Zero Dark Thirty) BEST DIRECTOR: 1. David O. Russell (Silver Linings Playbook) 2. Ang Lee (Life of Pi) BEST PICTURE: 1. Amour 2. Zero Dark Thirty

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Chromebook Chaos at its finest
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Have the chromebooks corrupted the role of our teachers here at Fondy High? Are we teaching ourselves? Is there any point of sitting through a 45minute peri-

od where the head of the class remains at his or her desk as the students research, read and sleep on their chromebooks? The Internet is limitless, and students now have every bit of knowledge at the tip of their fingers. This advantage is being completely taken advantage of. Teachers are relying on Google and the websites of other professors around the world to do their job. Open up your chromebooks, has become the phrase every student loves to hate. Yes, the majority of the students here enjoy the chromebooks and find them very useful and helpful. However, the case is that teachers are tossing us into the World Wide Web, letting us fend for ourselves. Teachers think we should go out of our way outside of class to research more information because we have the internet at our hands, said Taylor Schubert,

senior. What happens when we look at a false source? Teachers should be even more focused on teaching us directly because of how distracting chromebooks can be. I resent it now. Some teachers do everything electronically, which is sometimes a hassle, and some ignore them completely, said Sir Brett Stuck, senior. I think its good to learn how to incorporate technology because we will have to learn that way in the future. But it becomes difficult when some teachers completely teach the class by using the chromebooks. he said. Although this is not the case for all classes, many teachers at Fondy High are relying completely on the technology presented to us; leaving us with nothing but a plethora of online projects and powerpoints, horrible feedback and a headache.

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are funds at FhS being used fairly?
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The physical changes are obvious. Our school is filled with new teachers and coaches. We completely remodeled our weight training facility and suffused it with new equipment. Teams are receiving tremendously expensive, brand new jerseys, uniforms and warmups. How are our funds at Fondy High being spent? The answer from our Division 1 school is: sports. Yes, the athletes and coaches at this school strive for perfection; they work to the greatest of their ability just to win, just to take home the titles for our school and for the pride of being a Cardinal. But are we more focused on athletics than the other activities that get little attention and appreciation? The arts at Fond du Lac High School blow us, the Cardinal Columns Editorial Staff, away. With the art hallway being at the far end of the school, not many students get the chance to take a look at the creativity and beautiful work that lies within. Artists from our school get little appreciation of their works. Occasionally, a new portrait will be hung in the library but it is very seldom to see works

showcased anywhere else in the building. The Spring Art Show is one of the most fascinating events this school has to offer, and we recommend that every student makes the visit. Another astonishing group of students is the theater group. Each year they present to us one musical and one play. Throughout our four years of attending this school, we have yet to come across one that we did not enjoy. The talent that the PAC holds is exceptional. Students of all grades spend countless hours working on lines, practicing and performing for the community. Although ticket sales are always very high, this group of unbelievably talented youth do not get enough credit from their peers. The school budgets accordingly, but do they budget equally? Are we focusing too much on the want for expensive coaches and equipment? Let us know your thoughts. Write to us at www.cardinalcolumns.org

letterS to the editor

A Sadie Hawkins dance is kind of pointless because some guys will still ask girls anyways, and most girls dont do that. Its awkward for them. I know a lot of people who havent even thought about asking a guy because thats weird for most girls. So in the future, you guys should have it boys ask girls. Anna Dudzinski I know in my recent comments in the other newspaper, I said that I didnt mind PDA, but holy cow! Its gotten worse. There are children engaging in sexual encounters in every nook and cranny in this school. Seriously, get your tongue out of the other persons throat and get to class. Alyssa Biggs

I would like to pose a challenge to the student body... Something that has never made sense to me throughout my years at Fond du Lac High School is our extracurricular attendance. The band plays at football games, basketball games, hockey games, and the like, and even though we dont compete, per se, we do have several concerts, one of which attracts thousands of people each winter. The band enthusiastically joins the students in cheering on our various sports teams... but why dont those same students come to cheer for us, as well? I would like to ask all of the student body to come attend at least one orchestra, choir, or band concert during the remainder of the year. These groups works extremely hard all year to put on concerts, and I think that one might just be amazed by what happens down in the music hallway! Erin Steward

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a look at our SeniorS

Senior stars show off their talents
nell kirchhoff
ACTIVITY: Dance YEARS PARTICIPATING: Since I was four FAVORITE PART: I love tap dancing the most and learning new steps INSPIRATION: Mary, the founder of Wempners School of Dance. Shes almost 80 and shes still dancing.

alaina leiSten

rex whealon
ACTIVITY: Hockey YEARS PARTICIPATING: 14 years WHY YOU STARTED: Everybody else in my family plays or has played hockey so it was just natural that I was put into the sport. FAVORITE PART: Easily the camaraderie of the team and just the all around competitive nature of the sport.

alex owenS
ACTIVITY: Art YEARS PARTICIPATING: Been taking high school art classes for 3 years. WHY YOU STARTED: I really like to just relax and draw or paint. I find it really calming. I also think its neat to draw something for someone and see their reaction to it.

ACTIVITY: Music YEARS PARTICIPATING: I have been playing piano since I was three years old, but my main instrument, bassoon, I have been playing since 7th grade. WHY YOU STARTED: I liked to play the piano when I was very little, so my mom decided to get me lessons and I havent stopped playing since. I also know how to play four other instruments. FAVORITE PART OF YOUR HOBBY: I love making music and playing with others who share the same talent.

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On Friday, November 19, the long established sex roles were again reversed as the girls grabbed their guys for the annual Sadie Hawkins dance. Music was provided by the Threshold and a polka band comprised of several Goodrich bandsmen. Couples, in their hillbilly attire, could exchange wedding vows with Marryin Sam officiating.