THE BRONC Volume 17 – 1 st Edition October 12, 2013 Homecoming news by Lainie Long If you are a big Kremlin fan then you would know that we had our Homecoming game on October 4 and you would know that we crowned our Homecoming Queen and King. The homecoming crowning started at about 6:30 p.m.. Our homecoming escorts were Connor McCollough, Lee Olmstead, and Chantz Tucker. Our homecoming queen candidates were Haley Carson, Karlee Bittle and, Hannah Wuerflein. The little flower girl was Aidyn Seek. The little football boy was Chase Pirtle. Both of them are in kindergarden. The homecoming Queen and King were Haley Carson and Lee Olmstead. Academic team competes on Mind Games On Sunday, Oct. 13, KHS academic team competed in the Channel 51, KSBI, academic competition called Mind Games. Jacob Pekrul, Jordan Presley, Hayden Bonine, and Connor Snapp represented the Broncs and they competed hard, but were outdone by the senior- dominated Pioneer Mustang team, losing 440 – 240. Because both teams got the Ward Petroleum-sponsored Oklahoma History question correct, they both left with a pretty good sum of money. KHS took home $480 and Pioneer got $680. Pioneer will advance to the next round of competition in January/February. It was an interesting experience for the Broncs and for the second year in a row, they were eliminated in the first round by a Garfield County school (losing last year to Enid High). An interesting side note: the show’s production supervisor is KHS alum Sean Nichols (class of ’95). KHS hosted Medford, Cimarron, and DCLA in the District Seeding tournament on Monday, October 14. KHS is in Class A this year. KHS defeated Medford 140- 80, DCLA 180-120, and Cimarron 210-180. Captain Jacob Pekrul led the Broncs in scoring with 100 points, followed by Hayden Bonine with 80, Jordan Presley with 70, and Connor Snapp with 10. Other players for KHS were Trev Schoenhals, Megan Courtney, Zeb Hawkins, and Briley Craig. Next up for the Broncs is the KHS Invitational on November 9. Anyone interested in watching the competition is invited to come. There is no admission charge and the games can be quite exciting. KHS will also host Regional (Nov. 16) and Area (Jan. 18) tournaments.
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THE BRONCVolume 17 – 1st Edition October 12, 2013
Homecoming newsby Lainie Long
If you are a big Kremlin fan then you would know that we had our Homecoming game on October 4 and you would know that we crowned our Homecoming Queen and King. The homecoming crowning started at about 6:30 p.m.. Our homecoming escorts were Connor McCollough, Lee Olmstead, and Chantz Tucker. Our homecoming queen candidates were Haley Carson, Karlee Bittle and, Hannah Wuerflein. The little flower girl was Aidyn Seek. The little football boy was Chase Pirtle. Both of them are in kindergarden. The homecoming Queen and King were Haley Carson and Lee Olmstead.
Academic team competes on Mind GamesOn Sunday, Oct. 13, KHS academic team competed in the Channel 51,
KSBI, academic competition called Mind Games. Jacob Pekrul, Jordan Presley, Hayden Bonine, and Connor Snapp represented the Broncs and they competed hard, but were outdone by the senior-dominated Pioneer Mustang team, losing 440 – 240. Because both teams got the Ward Petroleum-sponsored Oklahoma History question correct, they both left with a pretty good sum of money. KHS took home $480 and Pioneer got $680. Pioneer will advance to the next round of competition in January/February. It was an interesting experience for the Broncs and for the second year in a row, they were eliminated in the first round by a Garfield County school (losing last year to Enid High). An interesting side note: the show’s production supervisor is KHS alum Sean Nichols (class of ’95).
KHS hosted Medford, Cimarron, and DCLA in the District Seeding tournament on Monday, October 14. KHS is in Class A this year. KHS defeated Medford 140-80, DCLA 180-120, and Cimarron 210-180. Captain Jacob Pekrul led the Broncs in scoring with 100 points, followed by Hayden Bonine with 80, Jordan Presley with 70, and Connor Snapp with 10. Other players for KHS were Trev Schoenhals, Megan Courtney, Zeb Hawkins, and Briley Craig.
Next up for the Broncs is the KHS Invitational on November 9. Anyone interested in watching the competition is invited to come. There is no admission charge and the games can be quite exciting. KHS will also host Regional (Nov. 16) and Area (Jan. 18) tournaments. Roger Gossen is entering his 30th year as an academic coach (5 in KS, 25 at KHS).
KHS girls had a great season in fast pitch softball and the football team is having its best season in years.
Catch the SPORTS section for all the details!
BOND ISSUEFor new school
Vote Nov. 12On November 12th a bond issue,
will be placed before the patrons of the Kremlin-Hillsdale School District. This Bond Election will make available the much needed funds for the residents of Kremlin-Hillsdale to invest in our children’s education. The proposed bond will provide the funds needed to build a new junior high and high school facility.
The current facility has become a chronic maintenance problem. Our current facility does not have a tornado shelter; the new facility addresses this concern.
The $8,820,000 will be financed through the issuance of General Obligation School Bonds. Your investment in our children of Kremlin-Hillsdale School District is needed.
See the flyer at the end of this paper for more information. An artist’s rendering and floor plan is also available on the school’s website: kremlin.k12.ok.us.
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More Homecoming news:The winners of the homecoming floats in high school
were the juniors, who got first, and then the freshmen who got second. In junior high the eighth grade got first and the sixth grade got second.
The homecoming signs were all very good but only three classes were the best. The kindergarteners, second grade, and the fifth grade were deemed the best.
Every bike looked very cool and they all showed how much people support Kremlin and the Broncs. For the first and second grade the winners were Ally Neal, Harley Brinson, and Emma Grace Jander. For the third and fourth grade winners were Emma Aebi. Ty Neal, and Harley Perdue. For the fifth grade Cooper Coffey won. First place won a ten dollar Cherry Berry gift card. The second place winner got a five dollar gift card and third place won a drink and candy of their choice.
The homecoming game was an amazing game for the football team and the school. The Broncs won 52-6. We played Claremore Christian High School. Go Broncs!
Homecoming week was very good and many people dressed out. On Monday it was super hero day, Tuesday was decade day, Wednesday was pajama day, Thursday was sports hero day, and Friday was red and white day. A bunch of students dressed up and showed their support for our school.
Thank you everyone that showed up at the homecoming game and everyone that dressed up during the week. Thank you for showing your support. Go Broncs!
KHAEFThe Kremlin-Hillsdale Academic Enrichment
Foundation has just begun to consider the grant proposals turned in by KHS teachers. They were due Oct. 8.
Yearbook news by Timothy Mardis
The Kremlin Hillsdale High School yearbook staff this year is prepared and highly motivated. The staff consist of Mrs. Edington,the new advisor, Hannah Weurflein, the editor ,Meagan Courtney, the assistant editor,Connor McCollough and Tyler Jones, the business managers, Timothy Mardis, the reporter, Kendra Sellers, Kendra Sweetwood, Ashleigh Brewer, Baylee Smith, Zeb Hawkins, Amanda Hole, Keeley Horning, Jessica Brinton, and Shay Regier. We would like to remind everyone that you can upload any picture to Replayit.com or the Replayit app and we can use it in our yearbook. The entire yearbook staff is excited to produce another great Kremlin Hillsdale school yearbook this year and thanks all of our sponsors and supporters.
National Honor Societyby Karlee Bittle
The 2013-2014 officers are: President Hannah Wuerflein, Vice President Ryan Voth, Secretary Connor McCollough, Reporter Karlee Bittle, and Student Council Representative Trev Schoenhals.
Other NHS members include seniors Braley Bench, Haley Carson, Ciarra Creel, and Elizabeth Elliot. Juniors in NHS are Cassidy Albert, Hayden Bonine, Megan Courtney, Katie Davis, Amanda Hole, James Olmstead, Jacob Pekrul, Shay Regier, and John Schrader.
We have many upcoming events this year. Be on the lookout for Red Ribbon week on October 21-24. Also, NHS will be hosting two blood drives, the KHS Invitational, Trivia Challenge, and will be involved in concession stands.
If you have any questions about our upcoming events ask an NHS member or Mr.Gossen
Cafeteria newsby Tanner Sinclair
The cafeteria staff would like to thank all those who helped get the cafeteria a new mixer, and for the support to make repairs to the cafeteria. They would also like to mention that if you have a microwave that works and you are not using to let them know. If you are willing to donate it, we will gladly take it off your hands.
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THE BRONCHigh school band news
by Kaylene ToelleHigh school band has been working hard this year on
their marching; we have chosen five songs by the Beatles including: A Hard Day’s Night, If I Fell, Do You Wanna Know a Secret, Hey Jude, and Can’t Buy Me Love. Their first marching competition was on Tuesday, October 1, 2013, and they received a 1! They also competed in the Regionals marching competition on October 9, 2013. On October 8, 2013 they hosted Taco Tuesday which included a meal, and you got to watch the high school band march on our own field, they served approximately 150 people. They marched in the regionals competition on October 9, 2013. Their scores were 2, 1, 2, which unfortunately did not get them into the state marching competition. We are hoping to see a lot of supporters on our future events!
BAND CARNIVAL – Oct. 24 -- 6:00 – 8:00 PMChick-Fil-A Night – Oct. 29
Skatetown – Nov. 4Rib Crib Night – Nov. 14
2013-2014 Miss KHSby Emily Felber
Olivia Felber is Miss KHS. Once you win Miss KHS, you go to Miss Cinderella Contest at NWOSU. This is a pageant that if you win you get a scholarship. It contains three segments of judging. They are evening wear, talent and interviews. Olivia is doing an acapella version of “Cups” from Pitch Perfect. The hardest part is most likely going to be the talent competition.
If you win Miss Cinderella, then the scholarship for Northwestern OK State University in Alva is for one year’s tuition of $4930.The Cinderella Pageant is on October 24th and October 25th. Olivia hopes that you will come support her. The 24th is the talent contest. The 25th is the first part of the actual pageant. The 26th is the homecoming parade in the morning. “I want to show girls that you can be beautiful no matter what size you are,” is Olivia’s motto. She hopes that she will win so she can prove that her goal is not too far to reach.
FFA newsby Hayden Bonine
The Kremlin-Hillsdale FFA chapter has competed in a lot of events up to this point in the year. FFA members have shown at the Garfield County Fair, Oklahoma State Fair, and Tulsa State Fair. Along with showing, the chapter is active in the Greenhand Quiz and Opening Ceremonies. The two events require a team and both teams have been practicing and working hard. The chapter officers attended COLT (Chapter Officer Leadership Training) Conference in Enid in September. They are excited to put their new skills to work!! The chapter officers will also be attending the National FFA Convention in Louisville, KY at the end of this month.
FFA Booster Club newsby Mary Elliot
The FFA Booster Club will be having our annual chili and soup cook-off and pie auction on Saturday November 16, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Everyone is welcome to enter soup or chili, please contact Shelli Sellers if you would like to enter your favorite recipe! Following the meal we will also be auctioning off 25 delicious homemade pies. The cost for this event is $5 per person and includes a cup to taste test and vote as well as dessert. Be sure to mark your calendar for this great opportunity to eat some delicious soup and chili and to support the Kremlin-Hillsdale FFA Booster Club!
Band Booster newsby Lainie Long
The Band Boosters want to remind everyone about the upcoming band carnival on the 24th of October from 6 – 8 pm in the new gym. The carnival is to help raise money to for the band trip to Disney World in Florida that the high school band is going on over spring break. The carnival is going to have different stuff for all kids. So parents send your kids to the new gym and let them play all the different games.
The band boosters also want to thank everyone that came to their fundraiser at Atwoods. They also want to thank everyone that came to Taco Tuesday. That was also to help raise money for the high school band trip. The band boosters thank everyone for supporting the Pride of KHS! Go Broncs!
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GO FOR THE GOLD!Accept the challenge to be a champion reader. We will train, prepare and equip you to stand firm and fight the good fight in the race against illiteracy. Get on your Marks, Get Set, and READ! READ! READ!
Are you up for the challenge!!!Here are the rules for the reading program for 2013-2014:The reading adventure begins with the new school year and will be completed by April 17, 2014.Students will read one book for each of the 16 genres listed below. The book should be on your level, and you must pass the test with at least a 70%. Books that you read last year may not be used this year.
On the sheet provided, keep track of the books you read for each genre. When you have completed the list, turn in your sheet (include name, teacher’s name, and the list of genres with books) with your AR student record report. All problems must be resolved by the end of the school day on Thursday, April 17.
WildHorse Gang is an organization of volunteer youth that are dedicated to helping their community. This program was started to help youth become better and to have a brighter future. It was founded twenty-one years ago by Gini Zaloudek. They raise money from fundraisers, and they donate it to places that need it to help keep it running. Recently we helped at the great land run by passing water to the runners. We also walked in the Cherokee Strip parade and cleaned up after the horses.
WHG donated 1000 dollars to the Kremlin Hillsdale Academic Enrichment Foundation, and 4,500 dollars to the Kremlin Stewart Pool for upkeep and maintenance. 100 dollars went to the YMCA Back-A-Youth scholarship, and 1500 dollars for the WildHorse Gang scholarship. We have recently participated in the Aluminum Can Round up, the Red Bows for Christmas, and we collected Pull tabs for the Ronald McDonald House in Oklahoma City. In November we will be ushering at the Enid Symphony.
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S P O R T SHigh school football
by Austyn CreelKremlin-Hillsdale is 3-3 after losing to Tyrone on the
road Friday, October 11. But in district play, the Broncs stand at 2-1 with three district games left, two of which are at home (Timberlake on Oct 17, Bluejacket on Oct 25 – Senior Night). They have November 1 off (because Carney dropped football for this season) and finish at Cherokee on November 8.
The current Bronc seniors were in kindergarten when Kremlin had their last winning season (2000-2001 when KHS won State). Kremlin –Hillsdale has outscored their opponents 254-158 so far this season, compared to being outscored 215-122 at this time last year. “I think we’re headed in the right direction.” Kremlin –Hillsdale coach Jeremy Brashears said “It’s been awhile since we have been here.” The Broncs averaged fifty points during a three game winning streak after beating district C3 rival Claremore Christian 52-6 last week. “We played better than we did the week before,” Brashears said “but we still have a ways to go. The competition will get tougher over the last three games, but we control our destiny. At this point, we’re in the driver’s seat (for the playoffs). We just have to take care of business and get there.”
Brashears avoids giving out individual praise, saying the Broncs’ success has been built on a team-first philosophy. “The kids are buying into it and are working hard and playing well as a team,” he said. “In the past Kremlin-Hillsdale has had one kid that stood out above anybody. We just play well as a team. “The kids don’t give up. They don’t act up after making a mistake. That’s been a problem in the past. These kids keep on fighting. They have a lot of fire in their gut.” This was shown Friday night as they battled from behind at Tyrone but never gave up.
Broncs play Timberlake on Thursday night because of Fall Break. They will host Bluejacket on Senior Night, October 25. Come out and support the Broncs as they make a run at the playoffs for the first time in over a decade! GO BRONCS!!!
Jr high footballby Hailey Hicks
Jr. high football is coached by Coach Tyler Severin and consists of 16 players. That includes Nathaniel Snodgrass, Riley Jung, Beau Brownell, Ian Franklin, Dakota Gabriel, Hunter Minnick, Austin Ellis, Corbin Ritchie, Brandon Woodruff, Jayden Chadwick, Draden Stallings, Cody Bower, Mason Myers, Brett Russell, Bobbie Gray, and Dakota Wilson. The team’s record is 1-4, but they have been very competitive. Come on out and support our team on our remaining games at Pond Creek on Oct. 14 and at home vs Cherokee on Oct. 28.
Elementary footballby Hailey Hicks
Undefeated! The elementary football team has had a good year as their record is 5-0. Coach Severin is the head coach and he coaches a team of 20 players. The team includes Tyler Machia, Cooper Coffey, Logan Baker, Tristan Lockhart, Trace Henry, Miguel Rodriguez, Jon McGrath, Chase Parker, Andrew Wheeler, Bailey Hoeltzel, Kody Thorton, Robert Newberg, Nicolas Snodgrass, Rocco Maner, Austin Schievink, Magwire Lunday, Bradie Gray, Talon Montgomery, Dalton McAlister, and Garvin McKee. Come out and support us on our remaining games: at Pond Creek on Oct. 14, our intra-squad game (RED-WHITE) on Oct. 21, and hosting Cherokee on October 28.
Cross country by Austyn Creel
The cross country team is just getting into its season. At the Timberlake meet which was Sept. 26 Rebecca Wasson placed seventh, and at the Watonga meet on Oct. 5 Rebecca Wasson placed ninth and Cody Bower placed seventeenth. They have regional meet coming soon. Tana Turney is cross country coach this year.
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THE BRONCCheerleading newsby Cherokee Minter
Currently there are 13 cheerleaders in elementary, and their names are Chloe Aguliar, Katy Brashears, Kelsie Brinson, Kaylynn Brownell, Kyrah Cook, Taylor Ellis, Hope Ellis, Mary Keithly, Josie Larsen, Demi Suiter, Gracie Vandiver, Malia Voth, and Matthew Wheeler. There are 6 cheerleaders in junior high and their names are Lauren Bonine, Hannah Carson, Caitlyn Henry, Alice Keithly, Calla Regier, and Meghan Roberts. Last but not least are the high school cheerleaders and there 8 of them and their names are Braley Bench, Jessica Britton, Haley Carson, Amanda Hole, Keeley Horning, Jessey Martin, and Ryan Voth.
Junior high fastpitch softball newsby Brad Hawkins
The JH Fastpitch softball team had an outstanding year. They had over 15 girls come out to play. There was a good mix of 7th and 8th graders together. The girls played well together and improved immensely as the season progressed. They ended the season at 9-1.
High school fast pitch softballby Coach Hawkins
The 2013 fast pitch softball season was an exciting season. Coach Hawkins took over the program this year and got the girls started on August 1st with several early morning practices. Following a week of practices the team went to Stillwater to participate in a ropes course designed to enhance the quality of teamwork among the players. During the activities the players learned a lot about what means to work together, communicate and come together as collective group of individuals. Coach Hawkins credits the team outing as having a big influence on the type of season the team had this year. The Lady Broncs finished with a 20-10 record.
In the district tournament they defeated Timberlake and Cherokee. Capturing the district championship on Wednesday against Cherokee was one of the most exciting wins of the season. The girls played behind the whole game but came through in the 6th inning to take control and win 10-6. It was the first district championship in several years.
The regional tournament was held in Lahoma on Cimarron’s home field. But KHS brought a large contingent of fans to the opening game and saw the Lady Broncs explode to a win over the host team 8-2. They lost to Arnett in the evening game (while most fans were back in Kremlin at the homecoming parade). KHS bounced back against Waukomis on the next day to set up a rematch with third-ranked Arnett. The Lady Broncs played close for awhile, but were overmatched and lost 11-1.
When the dust cleared on the 2013 season the Lady Broncs were Glencoe tournament Runner-up., Cimarron tournament Consolation champs, District champions, and played in the Regional Championship, finishing in the top 16 teams in the state! In addition, Ryan Voth, Karlee Bittle, and Katie Davis were named to the Cherokee Strip All- Conference softball team and Hannah Wuerflien and Haley Carson were named Honorable Mention. Way to go Lady Broncs!!!!
Lady Bronc Basketball Fundraiserby Coach Tana Turney
The Kremlin-Hillsdale Lady Bronc basketball team consists of some very dedicated young ladies. Participating in our fund-raising efforts is one way you an assist these young ladies in their preparation for our upcoming season. The proceeds from this project will help purchase team t-shirts and matching travel outfits for the team.
Every player will shoot 100 free throws on Thursday, October 17th. We are asking for your support by pledging an amount for each free throw made by the player you sponsor. Examples: .10, .25, .50, $1.00 per shot. You may also choose to make a donation instead of a pledge. After the Shoot-A-Thon, each player will contact you with her results. Checks can be made out to Lady Bronc Basketball.
We are very excited about the upcoming season! The girls have worked very hard this past summer, putting lots of time in the gym and in the weight room. Pre-season has just kicked off and the Lady Broncs are full of enthusiasm and determination. We have set the bar high for this year, and expect big things from this group of girls. We look forward to seeing you at the games! Thank you in advance for your support. GO LADY BRONCS!
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Class Officers 2013-2014by Cassidy Albert
6 th Grade President John McGrathVice-President Miguel RodriguezSecretary Demi SuitorReporter Dalton McAlisterTreasurer Gracie Vandiver
by Morgan M. MillerHello students, we have had a pretty good year so far!
We have lots of new students who will love it here! Our junior high softball team had a great season and finished with nine wins and one loss. Cross country has done great! Our junior high football is going great with one win and four loses. Homecoming game didn’t go as planned it started raining, but after an hour we got started again and won. The homecoming dance got cancelled sadly. And all grades sixth grade and up had a blast decorating floats! Eighth grade had the best float and won! Well that’s all the news I have now.
10th GradePresident Cheyenne RocheVice-President Jordan PresleySecretary Rebekah GannonReporter Connor SnappTreasurer Justin LippardStudent Council Representatives
Gabby Morris, Billie-Jo Gabriel
11th GradePresident Andre LizarVice-President Jadrien StubblefieldReporter Hayden BonineTreasurer John SchraderStudent Council Representatives
James Olmstead, Hayden Bonine
12th GradePresident Trev SchoenhalsVice-President Ryan VothSecretary/Treasurer Hannah WuerfleinReporter Karlee BittleStudent Council Representative Chantz Tucker
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Junior class newsby Hayden Bonine
The juniors are starting the year off strong. Many of them are playing sports, but all of them are involved in planning for their killer prom whose date is undecided. The softball team won districts and made it to regionals with some great plays by Katie Davis, the only junior that played softball. Megan Courtney is running cross country for KHS and does her best at every meet. There are lots of juniors playing football; they include: John Schrader, Andre Lizar, Antwon Lizar, Jacob Pekrul, Austin Brewer, Blake Bower, Jadrien Stubblefield, and Hayden Bonine. They are working hard and filling their roles on the team, and they hope to make the playoffs this year. The cheerleaders of the junior class are Keeley Horning, Amanda Hole, and Jessey Martin. The class is looking forward to excelling in all that they do and becoming seniors soon!
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THE BRONCFreshmen class news
by Zeb HawkinsThis year we have three new students in the ninth grade
class: Skyler Woodruff, Cadence Husky, and Zeb Hawkins. For our homecoming week we picked superman as our superhero and our float was centered on superman.
6th grade newsby Dalton McAlister
We are still adjusting to being in the new building, switching classes and all our teachers, but we are working on it. With our football we are 5-0. The team is really excited about winning every game so far. The team has worked really hard to make this season a good one. Our coach Mr. Severin has worked really hard to help each and every one of us. We are glad to have our cheerleaders to cheer us one.
In band we are getting a lot better with our notes. We picked our band Queen and King. They were Magwire Lunday and Aundrea Bratcher. Mrs Toelle is also working with every one of us to help us get better. We all appreciate the hard work Mrs.Toelle puts in.
We are getting a lot better at getting to each class on time. We are also getting a lot more organized. Grade reports are coming out sometime after fall break. Fall break is the 17th and 18th . We can’t wait!
8th grade newsAlice Keithly
The 8th graders had a fun and busy homecoming week this year. Makaela Long showed her school spirit by dressing up for the spirit days and helping to decorate the float. She said that was her favorite part of homecoming. Josh Reimer commented that he was happy our high school football team beat Claremore Christian and won their homecoming game.
Perhaps the best part of the week was when the 8 th
graders hard work and school spirit were rewarded when they won 1st place in the float contest. When asked what her favorite part was about homecoming, Jazzy Stubblefield replied “Winning the contest twice in a row.” This year, the theme for their homecoming float was “Freeze the Warriors.” It featured Nathaniel Snodgrass as “Mr. Freeze” and Cody Bower as “The Warriors”. For a special effect, the class used dry ice on the float which created a smoke-like effect. Cody Bower noted that he liked how the dry ice helped the class to win.
The 8th graders enjoyed homecoming week and look forward to the rest of the year.
“You can out-distance that which is running after you, but not what is running inside you.” ~ Rwandan Proverb
4-H newsby. Emily Felber
Head, heart, hands, health. Marlys Schroder is the leader of 4-H. They have monthly meetings, do service projects monthly and do fun stuff as a group. It helps our communities by helping us become better citizens and gaining life skills such as self-discipline, records keeping, and being able to work together. They do all the things they do to” make the best better “and learn how to be a better citizen.
4-H has almost always been at Kremlin. It was started to help develop youth to their fullest potential in areas of leadership. It raises money through fundraisers and grants. It uses the money on projects such as visiting nursing homes, smile bags, and to help inform people of strokes. It is open to everyone and has no charge to join. 4-h is open to people ages 9-19 and Cloverbuds is open to kids ages 5-8. 4-H used to be strictly Agriculture students only but in recent years it opened to everyone. It is very close to the STEM program. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mechanics. So far there are about 7 million people around the world that are involved with 4-H. All 77 counties in Oklahoma have 4-H programs.
This past week was 4-H week and to celebrate we had activities in our school and throughout our communities. This year will be our 7th annual Trick-or-Treat for cans where instead of asking for candy on Halloween we will be asking for canned goods to take to the Horn of Plenty. Around Thanksgiving we will be making food bags to give to less fortunate families for their Thanksgiving supper.
Counselor newsby Andrew Unruh
Mrs. Smithson would like to remind you that the PSAT test is Wednesday, October 16th. Also students in grades 8 – 10 need to go online to sign up for Oklahoma’s Promise.
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New Staff at KHSMs. Amber Bedwell
by Cassidy AlbertAmber Bedwell, one of the newest members of Kremlin-Hillsdale School,
grew up in Richmond, Indiana. She went to high school at North Montgomery High School, and went to college at Hutchison Community College for two years. Then she finished up her education at Oklahoma State University.
Her parents are Tracy and John Bedwell. She has a sister that goes to school at Fort Scott Community college and a brother that goes to school at North Montgomery High School.
Ms. Bedwell has previously taught at Laverne, Ok, for one year. When asked what she thought about our school district so far, she said that she likes how the students want to learn and participate in her agricultural classes.
Mrs. Charolette Bullerby Cherokee Minter
Mrs. Buller grew up in the area of Goltry, Oklahoma. When she was growing up she attended Helena and Goltry Schoosl. She taught at 5 different schools before here and they are McLoud, Straytor, Crescent, Covington, and Ringwood. She currently has 3 children and she is married (to former KHS teacher and principal Jon Buller). She says she loves the school district, she loves all the teachers and students, and everyone is so nice. She also said she has the best class which is the 3rd grade!
Mrs. Anna Pirtleby Eugene Brooks
It is our delight to have Anna Pirtle a part of our teaching staff here at Kremlin Hillsdale School. Anna Pirtle has been teaching for 8 years. She went to Southern Illinois University where she received a Biology Education degree. Anna Pirtle loves science. Her favorite part of teaching is interacting with the students.
Anna Pirtle is married to Dave Pirtle and has 3 kids. She plans to stay at Kremlin Hillsdale for a long time; she likes Kremlin because of it being a small school where everyone knows everyone. We are glad that Mrs. Anna Pirtle chose to be a part of the Kremlin Hillsdale staff and have enjoyed seeing her interact with the students.
Mr. Tyler Severinby Hailey Hicks
Tyler Severin, or Coach Severin as many of the students call him, is a new teacher this year at Kremlin. This is the first time he has ever taught at a school. He was born in Goltry and went to school at Timberlake. He went to college at Northwestern Oklahoma State University. He says he likes it here at Kremlin, that everybody is very welcoming, and that so far it has been a good experience. Mr. Severin and his wife are expecting their first child to be born next spring.
Ms. Bedwell, Ag/FFA
Mrs. Buller, 3rd Grade
Mrs. Pirtle, HS Science
Coach Severin, JH Social Studies/PE
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Mrs. Katie Streckby Cassidy Albert
Katie Streck grew up on a farm south of Kremlin, Oklahoma. Her husband is Johnny Streck, and they’ve been married for two and a half years. He farms in Kremlin. They have a daughter named Kenzi, who is one year old.
Mrs. Streck went to Oklahoma Bible Academy for her high school career. Afterwards, she went to Oklahoma State University for a degree in elementary education and graduated in May of 2011.
She has previously taught third and fifth grades at Coolidge Elementary in Enid. She was there for two years before she came here. She says that she loves teaching here and that it is a great place to work.
Mrs. Streck, 5th Grade
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My Persuasive Essayby Zeb Hawkins
Mrs. Schultz’ Creative Writing Class“ I've never let my school interfere with my education. ” -Mark Twain Education is the foundation for youth. The students will carry on the knowledge they learned with them for the rest of
their lives. The knowledge will be used to get into college and later on jobs. The school building has always been a place of wisdom and honor. A school should be up kept and cared for, but even the best custodians can’t compete with leaky roofs, broken AC units, and even moldy vents and bathrooms. These are just some of the deteriorating conditions at KHS.
The school of Kremlin-Hillsdale was built over eighty years ago. Since then the school has used what it is given to help students, wishing for a better future. Wear and tear has caused the once great school to become rusted, moldy, and not a conducive place for education. The students have trouble concentrating when water drops from the ceiling onto their desks or when electrical problems interfere with class time. Many things have caused students to become distracted by problems with the school. To learn, they first must focus.
For these reasons the Kremlin-Hillsdale School has proposed a bond issue to build a new high school. In order for it to be passed and put onto action the community must vote. The election will be November 12 th. The bond issue will make the school a better place in order for students to learn in a better environment. The bond issue will allow the school to be built and be completely funded.
The new high school will be very close to the existing one. The new building will include a new multi-purpose gym, auditorium, AG room, band room, and a storm shelter; all these facilities go above FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) requirements. Everything that is in the Bond Issue has a purpose and will be used appropriately. The new building will be everything that Kremlin-Hillsdale needs to progress in its academic excellence.
In doing this the school will help students reach their goals and be able to become responsible adults. Their education helps them find their place in society and become respectful citizens. Let’s not let them be a victim of their environment and do something about it.
Vote “Yes” on November 12th to help students not only to learn but grow as well.<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Student Council newsThe KHS StuCo is being sponsored by Mrs. Gina Pekrul. Haley Carson is president, Jacob Pekrul is vice president.
Other officers are: secretary Katie Davis; treasurer John Schrader; reporter Hayden Bonine; band rep D.J. Toelle; National
Honor Society rep Trev Schoenhals. Class reps are listed elsewhere. Projects for this fall include: Horn of Plenty food drive; Father-Daughter dance; State Convention (Nov. 2-4); and Winter Formal.
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Bronc Calendar Oct. – Nov. 2013
Oct. 14...................................................................District Seeding Tournament – HS Academic Team, at KHS, 6:00 pmOct. 14.....................................................................................................................Grades 5-8 Football at Pond Creek-HunterOct. 16............................................................................................................PSAT test for sophomores and selected studentsOct. 16..................................................................................................................................................End of First Nine WeeksOct. 17-18.......................................................................................................................................FALL BREAK – No SchoolOct. 17...............................................................................................................................................Lady Bronc Shoot-a-ThonOct. 17...........................................................................................................................HS Football vs Timberlake, 7:30 pmOct. 21.......................................................................................................................................First day of second nine weeksOct. 21-25.................................................................................................................................................Elementary Book FairOct. 21........................................................................................................................................5-6 Football, Red-White GameOct. 24.................................................................................................................Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:00 - 8:00 pmOct. 24.............................................................................................................BAND CARNIVAL, new gym, 6:00 -8:00 pmOct. 25....................................................................................Parent-Teacher Conferences, 8:00 am – 12:00 noon, No SchoolOct. 25...............................................................................................................................FFA Booster Club meeting, 6:00 pmOct. 25..............................................................................................SENIOR NIGHT, HS Football vs Bluejacket, 7:30 pmOct. 28-Nov. 1..............................Red Ribbon Week, National Honor Society sponsored week of awareness of drug abuse. Oct. 28................................................................................................................................5-8 Football vs Cherokee, at KHSOct. 29...............................................................................................................................................KHS Night at Chick-Fil-AOct. 29 – Nov. 3.......................................................................................................National FFA Convention, Louisville, KYNov. 2-4................................................................................................................................................State StuCo ConventionNov. 4......................................................................................................................KHS Night at Skatetown (must have flyer)Nov. 4-9...........................................................................................Elementary Basketball Tournament at Hillsdale ChristianNov. 5...............................................................................................................................................................General ElectionNov. 8....................................................................................................................................HS Football at Cherokee, 7:30 pmNov. 9.........................................................................KHS Invitational Academic Bowl Tournament, 8:00 am – 4:00 pmNov. 10..............................................................................Veterans Day Program for Kremlin-Hillsdale community, 6:00 pmNov. 11......................................................................................................Veterans Day Assembly for KHS students, 1:15 pmNov. 11.....................................................................................................................................5th-8th Basketball vs RingwoodNov. 12..............................................................................................................................................................Picture Re-takesNov. 12........................................................................................................................................5th-8th Basketball at CovingtonNov. 14.......................................................................................................................KHS Night at Rib Crib (must have flyer)Nov. 15............................................................................................................................................HS Football playoffs, TBANov. 16.........................................................................................................Regional Academic Bowl Tournament at KHSNov. 16.........................................................Ag Booster Chili/Soup Cookoff and Pie Auction, Commons Area, 6:30 pm Nov. 18-23.................................................................................................................Jr High Basketball at DCLA TournamentNov. 20...........................................................................................................................5th-6th Basketball at Hillsdale ChristianNov. 22.....................................................................................HS Basketball vs Garber, home, Girls 6:30, Boys, 8:00 pmNov. 25.....................................................................................................................5th-8th Basketball vs Timberlake, homevNov. 26......................................................................................................................JH/HS Basketball vs Burlington, homeNov. 27-29..........................................................................................................................Thanksgiving Break, NO SCHOOL
*Events in Bold are at KHS
Kremlin-Hillsdale public school provides educational opportunities to handicapped students age 3 to 21. According to IDEA, it ensures that each educational and public agency establishes and implements policies that assure a free appropriate public education. Any person having knowledge of a handicapped child not identified or served, please contact;
Jim PattonKremlin-Hillsdale SchoolP.O.box 198
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Kremlin, Ok 73753580-874-2281
Red Ribbon WeekOctober 28-November 1
Red Ribbon Week Theme:“Not for just a week but for life!”
MONDAY: “Put a Cap on Drugs!”Wear a cap on Monday, Oct. 28.Everyone receives a red ribbon.
TUESDAY: “Shade Out Drugs.”Wear shades on Tuesday, Oct. 29.Receive a sticker if you wear shades.
WEDNESDAY: “Team Up Against Drugs!”Wear gear for your favorite college/pro sports team!Receive a sticker if you “Team Up”
THURSDAY: Grades PK–8 “Peace Out to Drugs!”
Students wear tie-dyed clothing.
Grades 9-12 “Scare Away Drugs!”Students wear costumes to scare away drugs!(Costumes must be school-appropriate.)
FRIDAY: “Drug Free – The Bronc Way!”Show your school spirit – wear Bronc gear (red/white)!
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All students receive a Red Ribbon Week pencil!
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Kremlin-Hillsdale Public SchoolsBond Election
November 12, 2013What will the election provide for our schools?
On November 12th a bond issue, will be placed before the patrons of the Kremlin-Hillsdale School District. This Bond Election will make available the much needed funds for the residents of Kremlin-Hillsdale to invest in our children’s education.
Why do we need this election?One part of our present high school was built in the late 1920’s and added onto several times throughout the years. Air
conditioning units, leaks in the gymnasium and throughout the school, and constant plumbing and electrical problems are routinely being fixed or replaced. The current facility has become a chronic maintenance problem. Our current facility does not have a tornado shelter, the new facility addresses this concern.
With your help we can address these issues. The proposed bond will provide the funds needed to build a new junior high and high school facility.
Included at the new school will be classrooms, a gymnasium/auditorium, band room, which will double as a safe room, and shop for Vo-Ag program.
What will our investment be?The $8,820,000 will be financed through the issuance of General Obligation School Bonds. Your investment in our
children of Kremlin-Hillsdale School District is needed. Anyone who paid $100 in property taxes this year, will pay approximate $121 in property taxes should the bond pass. Taxes will remain at that level for 10 years, and then will begin to reduce down. Vote November 12th and help give our children the kind of education they deserve!
Election Date: November 12, 2013
Polling Places: Regular precinct locations in the Kremlin-Hillsdale School District
Voting Time: 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
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Proposal: To seek voter approval of $8,820,000 General Obligation School Bonds
