By: Olivia Williams

The Boeuf & Berger Mutual Insurance Company is hosting the Franklin County Honor Flight BBQ. The BBQ is being held at the New Haven Save-a-Lot parking lot on September 29th, beginning at 10:30 A.M.

The Honor Flight BBQ benefits and raises money for the Franklin County Honor Flight. This event benefits war veterans that have served our country. This flight travels to Washington D.C. and tours various war memorials and monuments for the day. The veterans visit the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Air Force Memorial.

JoAnn Kuschel, who is employed at Boeuf & Berger Mutual Insurance Company and is involved in helping with the Franklin County Honor Flight barbeque, stated, “This year alone, Honor Flight group is sending between 210-215 veterans. Our hope is to be able to give back as much as possible from the proceeds of this event. We will match the proceeds. Travel cost for each flight ranges from $18,000 to $20,000.”

The veterans leave for their Honor Flight trip on Saturday, September 23rd. In addition to this trip, the Franklin County Honor Flight also has more flights scheduled.

Terry Sullentrup, President of the Franklin County Honor Flight, stated, “We have an additional two trips scheduled for next month and they will be on Saturday, the 21st and 28th of October. The October 28th trip will be our 10th Anniversary Trip. We took our first trip on November 3rd, 2007, with seven WWII veterans and three founding members (Jim Tayon, Larry Davis, and Dave Hall-- all of Union, MO).”

There are many reasons why Honor Flight is held free of charge for the veterans who have served our country. JoAnn Kuschel said, “Freedom isn’t free, many have given their all and we want to make a dream come true for more veterans to see the memorials in Washington D.C.”

JoAnn Kuschel also said, “Going to Washington to see how they are honored helps to give closure to veterans’ trauma.  After World War II, Vietnam, and the Korean War, our veterans weren’t treated well.  They deserved better.  Hopefully seeing the beautiful memorials to them will take away the painful memories.”
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The barbeque will be held on September 29th at 10 A.M. at Save-A-Lot’s parking lot. All proceeds will go to paying for the airfare fees to fly to Washington D.C.

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ARTC (achieving resiliency through creativity) group will begin on Monday, October 2, 2017 from 2:45 to 3:45 in Mrs. Borcherding's Art room.  ARTC group is for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students.  Join if you are interested in learning about yourself, helping others and would like to explore your uniquely creative side.  Michelle McClaine,  Preferred Family Health and ARTC facilitator will lead group activities.  Mrs. Roth and Mrs. Borcherding will co-facilitate groups. This group will be ongoing every Monday throughout the school year and members should attend as often as possible.  If you are involved in a sport or activity during this time slot you are welcome to join at a later date.    It is hoped that you will learn that art is an excellent strategy to use for coping and stress management.  The group will practice many mediums of art such as drawing, painting, mask making, sculpting, collage etc.  Flyers and permissions slips will be available next week.  There is no fee for this group.  Please contact Mrs. Roth eroth@newhavenschools.us or Mrs. Borcherding kborcherding@newhavenschools.us for further information.   

By: Emma Brez, Mackenzie Wilson, Isaac Vedder, and William Hellmann

The New Haven Invitational was held the on September 2, 2017. From the middle school men’s results, Charlie Roth from New Haven got 1st with a time of 8:44.43. Logan Williams got 3rd with a time 8:54.66. David Otten came in 26th place, Lucas Peraino came in 35th place, and Logan Ruediger came in 48th place. From the women’s results Emily Delgado came in 10th with a time of 10:52.81. Adison Gale came in 14th place with a time of 10:58.04. Chloe Grater came in 28th place with a time of 11:54.21. The Middle School Men's team got 3rd place with a score 60 points. The girls needed 5 runners for a whole team so they did not score in the team placing.

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By: Lucy Hoener and Anna Madden

    The last three volleyball seasons at New Haven High School have been very successful. Three years ago, the volleyball team went to state and they placed fourth in class one.  The following year, the team placed second, and last year they placed third.  We have placed every top four place you could get in the top four except for first place, and the expectation is to win first this year, twelve years after the last volleyball championship.
    The season started off by playing against Borgia, ending in the first loss of the season.  So far, we have won every game, not counting the Dig For Life tournament in Cape Girardeau.  The players that play for varsity are: Emma Engelbrecht, Kate Ruediger, Lauren Gerlemann,  MacKenzie Bauer, McKenzie Overschmidt, Mackenzie Munsinger, Grace Soete, Claire Meyer, and Lydia Pataky.  The head coach is Jaime Hoener and the assistant coaches are Sharen Speckhals and Kelsey Anderson.   
    This week the varsity will play in the Hermann Tournament.  The team placed 2nd in pool place last night.

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By: Kenzie Bauer    
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In 2017, the New Haven girls track and field team won the second team state championship in school history. Coaches John Tucker, Mike Hagedorn, Josh Hoener, Aaron Peirick, and Jake Witthaus are the ones who pushed these girls every day to do their best and the ones who led them to this state championship.

However, the 2017 coaching staff is going to be one coach short this year. Coach Aaron Peirick is leaving the track and field team after four years and is now going to help his high school best friend and former teammate, Coach Jordan Willimann, coach the boys baseball team this spring. These two coaches together won the only baseball state championship in 2007.

When asked about how he felt leaving track and field and what impact this transfer would have on both teams, Coach Peirick said, “I enjoyed coaching track and working with the coaches and athletes every day. I learned a lot in those 4 years and had a lot of fun too. It’s not like I was looking for a reason to leave. As a school-wide coaching staff member, this is just what we needed right now.”

He continued: “The thing that I dislike the most about leaving track is that I feel like I formed some pretty strong relationships, both with the other track coaches and track athletes at the middle school and high school levels. I’m not super excited about leaving those relationships, but it’s also not like I won’t still see those people most days. I’m not going to lie though, having those first few weekends in May opened up is kind of cool.”

Coach Peirick also stated, “I think that track will keep on steam-rolling straight ahead like they have been for the last few years. The coaches and athletes on that team are too good to let something like this bother them. The biggest hole I leave for them is that they don’t have their walking sunscreen dispenser anymore. So they’re going to have to figure that out.”

“I hope my impact on joining the baseball team is positive,” explains Coach Peirick. “I think that what I’m lacking in baseball coaching experience I can make up for with energy and enthusiasm. I just plan on doing whatever Coach Willimann needs me to do and fill in the gaps. I really plan on learning a lot this first year. I don’t even know what I don’t know right now. I was lucky enough to play for Coach Scheer in high school, so I have a solid background in what baseball fundamentals look like and how the game should be played. I think that I remember enough Coach Scheer one-liners that I can at least sound like I know what I’m doing. Hopefully I can teach those guys a few things and be good enough help that Coach Willimann keeps me around for a while.”

Coach Aaron Peirick left impacts on the track and field athletes that he coached and will be missed by them and all of the coaches. Now, the new question arising is if anyone will be taking Coach Peirick’s position on this team.

By: Kamryn Poe

Senior athletes, just like freshmen, had to start somewhere-- but how did they feel then versus now? Most will tell you how nervous and scared they were, but now they have more confidence in themselves.

Senior Emily Scheer, 3rd baseman for the New Haven softball team, said, “I have had the opportunity to play and learn a position I have never played before-- third base-- and I loved playing it. I’ve grown and learned a lot in the last 4 years.”

This seemed to be a common sentiment among the athletes I talked to. Natalie Hoerstkamp, a senior cross-country runner, let her words sum up her experience: “I was more worried than I was nervous. I worried about every little thing! Now… now I just focus on running. I know now that when I am on that course, I’m not going to die.”

Senior Emma Engelbrecht, middle blocker for the NH volleyball team, also expressed her thoughts and feelings with, “I’m not as nervous or scared now. Yes, I have more responsibility, but I don’t sweat the small stuff. I shake it off and do better the next time.”

Sarah McKernan, a senior and starting pitcher for the softball team said, “Sports have definitely changed me. Freshman year, I was for sure nervous to play. So much pressure was on me to be a freshman pitching on varsity. Now I love being a pitcher. I love the thrill and how I’m involved in every minute of the game. I don’t feel stressed or nervous, I feel relaxed when I’m on the mound and I block everybody else out. It’s just me playing the game I love.”

Senior volleyball player Kate Ruediger stated, “I was definitely more nervous as a freshman and sophomore than I am now. Now I know the game better and have some experience.”

Lauren Gerlemann, a senior on the volleyball team, said, “Freshman year was overwhelming trying to get into the swing of high school sports, but as the years went on, things weren’t that big of a deal anymore. You just become more relaxed and more comfortable as an athlete.”

Senior athletes, whether they play softball, volleyball, or cross country, all faced difficulties their freshman year. However, they stuck with it and have gained more confidence.

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By: Callie Weatherly

When it comes to high school, most people just think of having too much homework and taking classes you won’t ever need. Most people think that what happens in high school won't matter after graduation. High school is so much more than that: the recently graduated class of 2017 has learned that. Some of these past seniors want you to know what lessons learned at NHHS they found to be the most helpful through their journeys.

While discussing how NHHS works to prepare their students for the outside world, two out of three alumni said that the school did a good job with it. One student even called out a specific teacher as being the most helpful. LeeAnna Linton, a recent New Haven graduate, found that Ms. McCroskey helped her the most.
    
As LeeAnna said, “She taught us English the way that college professors do. She gave us homework that was college-level, and those things helped with getting prepared for college. She also gave us a lot of knowledge about college in general.”

LeeAnna added, “Ms. McCroskey was very personable, and I knew if I had college questions she had the answers. She was definitely helpful during my college transition.”

Patricia Weatherly, another member of the class of 2017, on the other hand didn’t find one specific teacher to be helpful-- instead, it was a specific class.

Patricia simply stated, “Finance classes have really helped me, especially Personal Finance and Accounting.”

Furthermore, another recent graduate, Rachel Connell, said, “I would say that personal finance helped me more than any other class, at least I was somewhat learning the basics of finances.”

These same students also wanted to shed some light so that you can get the most out of high school.  For seniors, to sum up their advice, have fun!

LeeAnna advises, “Enjoy this year. It goes by way too fast. Be grateful for the amazing opportunity you have to be a Shamrock! It is truly an amazing experience that I miss dearly. Have fun, laugh, and get prepared for college. It isn’t the way it is in the movies.”

Patricia had some similar advice. She said, “When they tell you that senior year is going to go by quickly, they mean it. So make the most of it. Treasure the memories you make with your classmates and friends. Make sure that when you are on senior trip, you do as much as possible. It’s worth it.”

For juniors, these past seniors advise you to keep this year serious.

LeeAnna suggests, “Juniors should really take this this year seriously. Prepare  for the ACT and work hard because colleges are starting to look into you. Start going on college tours and looking at what majors interest you, so that when you apply for college, you have an idea.”

For sophomores, they suggest that you start thinking about your plans for yourself.
    
LeeAnna advises, “Start getting an idea of what you want to do after high school and just continue getting good grades.”

For freshmen, these graduates tell you to get comfortable: you’ll be with the people around you for all of high school.

LeeAnna suggests, “Get involved in school and really focus on your grades. Get to know your teachers and start building connections with your classmates.”

As general advice for everyone, Rachel Connell says, “Be smart, save money, and apply for scholarships.”

This advice is coming from people who have been in the very same seats as you. They know what you are going through. Trust them when they say they can lend you some knowledge. Listen to them when they say you should get ready. The truth is, high school is over in the flash of an eye, and if you aren’t careful, you could miss out on some of the most important moments.

As Patricia Weatherly said, “I may not know much at this point in my life, but I am happy to have had NHHS to show me the way. I am proud to be part of the NHHS alumni and, one day, you will be too!”

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By: Miranda Durbin

Sports at New Haven High may have changed at its core: rules, regulations, standards, and other guidelines from Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) have changed over the years. When it comes down to the athletes, what has changed? From day one to today, how have the athletes adapted to keep up with it all?

Students attending New Haven have always been given one comment regardless of who it’s from: “New Haven has amazing sportsmanship.” As a smaller school, I believe that the majority of inspiration comes from our advisors, whether it’s on or off the court. When the crowd fills in the bleachers in our hot gymnasium, the first thing they notice is our floor, naturally. The second thing they notice is the unity among our teams. We stand for the Pledge of Allegiance together. We give each other encouragement as a team, a school.

Regardless of who is on the court or in the crowd, one thing New Haven always does is cheer on our Shamrocks. The students in the crowd come to boost the spirit, understanding that being there and supporting the playing team matters a lot more than your social status or the teams you personally partake in. Being there to support the Shamrocks to victory or defeat has much more value than the trophy itself.

In addition, students from every grade level have a chance to jump into something new-- whether you’re a freshman jumping right from middle school volleyball to high school, or a senior trying track for the first time. We all face the same difficulties, on and off the court. While New Haven cherishes our sports, we take great pride in our academics too. Without the athletes that make the lucky winning shot or serve the winning point, New Haven isn’t New Haven. Those athletes are the students that maintain and uphold “The Tradition of Excellence.”

How do these students keep New Haven a school of excellency? In New Haven, your participation in a sport does not determine how well you do in the classroom. Your effort creates a grade that reflects your hard work. When asked in a survey, 64% of 30 students said that they have not had any difficulty getting homework done although they are involved in sports and clubs. Another 53% of the same group of students claimed that they have little to no difficulty meeting deadlines or do not struggle to get their homework done.

Upon prompting students to enter an approximate time that they typically complete their homework and finally get to bed, results were across the board. Some say no later than 8:30 P.M., and others are as late as 2 A.M.!

While some students don’t have much difficulty getting their homework done or meeting deadlines, most lose a lot of sleep. Nevertheless, our cherished athletes have friendly words for incoming freshmen or current students of New Haven that are considering joining a club or sport.

Morgan Branson, sophomore, stated, “Get your homework done the day you get it, in case you have a late game before the day it’s due.”

“Do a lot and chase every opportunity you get to do something because it goes by fast,” Russell Pinnell, a current junior, expressed when prompted with the same question.

Wise words! My personal advice to any incoming freshman or middle school student would be to get involved. Don’t wait, just get on the ball and join!

Although high school may be extremely difficult for some, there are others who don’t want it to end. I asked the questions, “If you could change one thing about the amount of groups you were or are involved in, what would it be? Also, what would you like to remember when you graduate and are no longer a member of those groups?”

In response to these questions, a number of students said that they want to remember the feeling of crossing the finish line, or winning the game as a team. Another great number of students said that they want to remember and cherish the memories and the fun they had in high school.

Alexis Sidwell, sophomore, responded, “Being a part of a club or sport is an amazing experience, and I think that everyone should at least try it once because high school is only four years, so we should make the most of it.”

Even though high school will eventually come to an end, this is the place that they’ll always carry with them. Once a Shamrock, always a Shamrock. ​

By: Olivia Williams
    
Sports. Here at New Haven High School, sports, along with academic excellence, are kind of a big deal (in case you haven’t noticed). Many students at our school are involved in sports, some being multi-season athletes. Although many students may have a favorite sport-- whether that be cross country, basketball, or volleyball-- what is our local athletes’ favorite sports clothing brand? For instance, they may believe a certain brand makes the “best” running shoes or they may have a favorite brand of cleats.
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With so many choices to choose from, it may be hard to pick our favorite brand. Famous spokesmen for the brands may also be a factor in choosing our outfits. Whether it’s Golden State’s Stephen Curry urging you to buy his Curry 3 shoes, or tennis legend Serena Williams advertising that new Nike tank top, famous athletes have a big influence on our choices. Our friends, classmates, and athletes also have a big impact on our outfit choices. So let's find out what our hometown athletes are wearing.

A recent survey sent out to athletes asked them their name, favorite sports clothing brand, and what sports they play. After receiving 40 responses from our athletes, the results were in. Nike was the obvious favorite brand of  our athletes, with 75.6% of them saying they would wear Nike clothing over any other brand. The next favorite brands of athletes were Under Armour and Adidas, with a grand total of 7.3%, for each brand. Other brands that were mentioned were Lululemon (2.4%), Russell (2.4%), Reebok (2.4%), and Fila (2.4%).

Senior Emily Scheer participates in softball and basketball. She said that she believes Nike is the best brand for athletic wear. While Emily believes Nike is the best for participating in sports, senior Liz Hughes believes that the brand Lululemon is the best.

Nike may be the favorite brand of the majority of the athletes, but there are still many other reliable brands that athletes trust. So if you ever want to try out a new brand, you may just want to ask your hometown athletes what they’re wearing.

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By: Lexi Oetterer

Dressed to impress, the yearbook class left New Haven High School on Bob’s bus to Bayless High School, where we were heading to a yearbook workshop. We arrived at Bayless at about 9:00 on Tuesday, Sept. 5, and met in the lunchroom with all the other schools who came to the workshop.

The first thing we did at the workshop was play a couple of games with the other high schools. Senior Michelle Bahena played musical chairs, junior Miranda Durbin played Guess That Song, and junior Lexi Oetterer played Guess That TV Show. We all really enjoyed these games.

 Member Diana Ribera said, “Going to Bayless was an interesting adventure. It was fun being able to get new ideas for our yearbook. We had fun by playing Guess That Song and Musical Chairs before we had to get serious.”

In our first workshop, we were taught how to choose an appropriate theme for our school’s yearbook. The representative from Walsworth Yearbooks showed us how to make a theme that appealed to us for this school year. We were also shown how to apply our theme to the whole book by using the right fonts, colors, and formats. The presenters had yearbooks from other schools to flip through as examples so that we could see how they made their book and to help us see how they had applied their theme throughout their book.  

In our next class, we were able to work with a cover designer from the same Walsworth company. He helped us design a cover for our yearbook based on the ideas we had. He showed us different fonts and colors until we made a cover that we all liked. We first picked out what color we wanted our background to be, and we had a sample book to look at. Once we picked out our background, we then decided what we wanted to have on the front cover. We kept changing it until we had a few good ideas that we liked that we could use and adapt for when we would make our final cover.   

For our last workshop class, we were shown how to use the program that helps put the whole yearbook together, Adobe InDesign. They showed us how to add and change the effects of pictures and words. We were shown how to make different shapes, add pictures, round the corners of pictures, align the pictures, and how to make text have a gradient effect.

“Bayless was fun,” Miranda Durbin said, “and although we weren't at school, we still had a lot of learning to do.”

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