The New Haven Middle School student of the month is Katie Holtmeyer. Katie is the daughter of Matt and Courtney Holtmeyer. Katie is involved with Student Council and National Junior Honor Society. She also plays volleyball, basketball, and is on the track and field team. Outside of school she plays softball and is part of St. Peter's UCC confirmation class. She enjoys hanging out with friends and attending activities around New Haven. The New Haven High School student of the month is Chris Wilson. Chris is the son of Dennis and Sharon Wilson. Chris is involved in band, scholar bowl, and is the manager for volleyball, girls basketball, and track and field. Chris also likes to read, he volunteers with his church and PSR classes. He also helps his grandfather with home construction projects and restorations. Chris is a really hard-working student and strives for his best both inside and outside of school. Diane Lynn Baker, 70, of Rosebud, MO, passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Mercy Hospital, Washington, Missouri. Diane was born in Washington, Missouri on November 2, 1949, a daughter of the late John & Betty (Allemann) Baer. Diane was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ New Haven, Missouri. She worked at Henniges Automotive in New Haven. In her free time she enjoyed spending time with family and friends, reading, going to the river, and riding her Harley Davidson motorcycle. Diane is survived by a son, Chad Shipley, of New Haven, Missouri; by four step-sons Cecil, Eric, Jason, & Jeff Cash, all of Wellsville, Missouri, by three grandchildren, Nile & Taevyn Shipley, both of New Haven, and Andrew Boughton, of Glasgow, Kentucky, by a sister, Patti Nixon, of New Haven; by a niece, Jess Moore & husband Joe, of Rosebud, Missouri; a nephew, Randy Nixon, of Union, Missouri; by four great-nephews, Scott Nixon, of New Haven; Damon Sage, of Ft. Bend, Indiana; Marcus Nixon, of Minnesota; and Joshua Nixon, of Fenton, Missouri; by one great-niece, Desiree Nixon, of Minnesota, and by one great-great niece, Ellanna Nixon, of New Haven, by an aunt, Evelyn Baer, of New Haven, and by many cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Shari Shipley Boughton, a sister, Brenda Baer, and a great-great nephew, Oliver Nixon. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 14th from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven, where a memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to American Heart Association or American Lung Association. C/O Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home. By: Brande Kubiak
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. It’s celebrated because it coincides with the birthday of Abraham Lincoln on February 12 and of Frederick Douglass on February 14, both of which black communities have celebrated together since the late 19th century. Black History Month began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated in February in the United States and Canada, while in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, it is observed in October. Black History Month is also associated with the colors red (which represents the blood that unites all people of Black African ancestry, and that which was shed for liberation), black (which represents black people’s existence as a nation, though not a nation-state), and green (which represents the abundant natural wealth of Africa). The students and faculty of New Haven High School have been asked a few questions about the celebration of Black History Month. One of the questions asked was about their thoughts on Black History Month, and Mrs. Laune said, “I think Black History Month is very important because of the amazing meaning behind it.” Senior Hunter Garren replied with, “I think Black History Month is a good way of appreciating the men and women who helped fight for equality and desegregation.” Another question asked was about why we celebrate this holiday, and junior Ellie Westermeyer said, “To be more informed about the history of amazing and incredible people involved within this holiday.” Junior Emilee Hinten claimed, “I think we celebrate Black History Month to show respect and to remember all of the important things they've done throughout history.” Mrs. Laune also responded with, “We celebrate to bring awareness and to be more informed of great people that have come before us.” Mrs. Borcherding claimed that “we celebrate this month to honor Americans that have undertaken the process of mending the racial inequality gap.” The last question asked was what they personally think is the hardest part about discussing issues of race, and senior Lydia Otten said, “I feel as though you can easily offend someone. You can't just say what’s on your mind anymore. People can really twist your words today.” Mrs. Laune claimed, “To be sensitive to differences in each other while still being respectful.” Senior Johnna Bloch replied saying, “All of the judgment that everyone has against certain races, and the stereotypes. It's just not something you can openly talk about because people get really defensive or angry about it.” Happy Black History Month, Shamrocks! Linda J. Bland, 66, of New Haven, MO, passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020 at her home. Linda was born in St. Charles, Missouri on June 20, 1953, a daughter of the late John & Goldie (Garrett) Sunfield. She was the wife of Ricky Bland. They were united in marriage on May 9, 1998, in Hermann, Missouri. Linda worked for Adam Puchta Winery in Hermann and also worked at Seitter's Grocery Store in New Haven. Linda is survived by her husband, Ricky Bland, of New Haven, a daughter, Stacy Allemann & husband Don, of Hermann, Missouri; three sons, Corey Kloppe & wife Anessa, of New Haven, Missouri; Ricky Bland, Jr., of New Haven, Missouri; and Phillip Bland, of Hermann, Missouri; a sister, Nancy Starke & husband Gerald, of Rhineland, MO, by two brothers, Ronald & Terry Sunfield, both of Owensville, Missouri; by five grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 4th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven, Missouri. Memorials may be given to American Heart Association or Franklin County Humane Society. To send flowers to Linda's family, please visit our floral section. By: Natalie Pecaut
Every year students from across Missouri come out and compete in one of the most competitive events in high school history. Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a club for determined people who aspire to learn more about the business world and leadership roles through this organization. According to Robert Collier, “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out”, and that is exactly what the students here at New Haven High have been exemplifying for the past two months, even with the crazy amount of snow days that made it difficult for some students. But still, New Haven once again showed true leadership and accountability from all their hard work. Every year, other schools know that New Haven usually takes home the most hardware, and again that's exactly what New Haven did. Overall 35 people made it in the top 5, with 7 of those being groups and 20 people qualifying for state. The Future Business Leaders of America conference is held at Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri each year, and every year when the event comes around it seems like the weather is getting colder. This year some students woke up as early as 4 A.M. so they could get ready in their business attire, and then make it to their bus that left at 6 A.M. Lauren Hoerstkamp mentioned, “As I was walking from my car into school, I looked at the temperature on my phone and it said 1 degree. I literally thought I was going to freeze to death during that 2 minute walk from the parking lot to school.” Once students had made the hour bus ride to Fulton, they right away found their rooms that they would be tested in or where they would present in front of judges. After they had all their business straightened out, the countdown was on. When you walked through the halls you could see these teenagers pacing up and down nervously, practicing their speeches one final time. We asked some of the students what their favorite part was about the day. Luke Gerlemann commented, “I liked the college atmosphere. We had a college tour and we got to see part of the Berlin Wall which was cool.” Morgan Branson mentioned, “I liked getting a day out of school and it was cool to dress up for a day.” We also got a few comments from Kelsey Anderson, the high school business teacher and FBLA adviser. Mrs. Anderson took countless hours helping students prepare for their competitions, listening to students present, and working lots of early mornings and late evenings. Students had to present to her three times in order for them to attend the district competition. Kelsey Anderson commented, “I was extremely happy with the results from FBLA districts this year. Going in I was nervous, due to all the snow days and rescheduling of practices we had to do, but the students, per usual, stepped up to the plate and did what they needed to do in order to have another very successful year at districts.” Here at New Haven the Future Business Leaders of America organization has the highest participation percentage of 90%. We wanted to know why students are most interested in being a part of FBLA. Some of the seniors gave us their reasons why. McKenzie Pecaut mentioned, “Once we leave high school we are going to have to use skills that we didn’t always use at school. Being involved in FBLA my past four years, I’ve learned a lot and I’ve already used some of those things during my college applications and college visits.” Lauren Hoerstkamp commented, “FBLA gave me confidence in my voice. Without speaking skills that I have learned from this club, I would still be in my safe shell, never speak up in class, and just be super awkward around new people.” Natalie Pecaut commented, “FBLA teaches you life skills to be successful in everyday life. Where I use those skills the most is at work. Customers and people will respect you more because most kids our age haven’t taken the time to learn those simple skills.” Kelsey Anderson also commented on the question. Mrs. Anderson replied, “Being part of FBLA students are learning and growing through the events and competitions that we partake in. I think a huge benefit of being a part of FBLA is learning soft skills that employers say they see applicants lacking right now. These skills include things such as communication, emotional intelligence, time management, and responsibility.” Congratulations, Shamrocks, on a job well done! |
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