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Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program

2010
09.02

Would you like to receive a $30,000 scholarship and an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C.?!

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is sponsoring their annual Voice of Democracy scholarship program for all high school students enrolled in public, private, or parochial schools as well as home schooled students.  The Voice of Democracy scholarship program is an audio essay of three to five minutes in length recorded on an audio CD or standard cassette accompanied by a neatly typed essay of your words.  The deadline for the audio essay is November 1st and is to be turned into the VFW Post or Auxiliary 7756 by that date.  The theme this year is “Does my generation have a role in America’s future?”

The application forms can be obtained from the counselor’s office, a participating teacher, or looked up online at the National VFW website, www.vfw.org (programs – VFW scholarship programs).  For more information, forms, etc. please call Dennis or Jan Miller at 680-4298.

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Welcome Back Students!

2010
08.24

Welcome back from the CCHS Faculty!

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Hometown Hero: Claire Carter by Britteny Martinson

2010
08.19

Claire Carter with son Jack

“Academically, I was failing most of my classes. I did not care for school and I was lucky if I made it to school every day,” said Westwood senior Cortney Moore. “By eleventh grade, I was short over half of my credits that I needed to graduate.”  It was this dilemma which motivated Moore to nominate Claire Carter of Campbell County High School as one of Gillette’s Hometown Heroes.
“Mrs. Carter, my English and Journalism teacher, asked me one day if I wanted to graduate and then suggested I apply at Westwood” added Moore.  “She had nothing but good things to say about the teachers, principal, and their way of teaching. I did not think too much about it until I was eventually told there was no way I would be able to graduate on time. The next day, I drug my dad into Westwood with me and I applied. Principal Ron Butler told me they were full until the end of October.”
“I told Mrs. Carter the bad news. She was sympathetic and told me she was glad I would still be in her class.  Just three days before the new quarter started, I got a call from Westwood.  They told me they changed their minds and to be at the school Monday morning at seven thirty.”
“Monday morning, Ron introduced himself to me and said, ‘You have a very big fan at the high school.  Mrs. Carter contacted me and changed my mind about letting you attend our school.’ I had no idea that she had gone out of her way to make sure I got into Westwood. If it were not for Claire Carter, I most certainly would not be graduating this fall.”
“I love my students; it’s as simple as that, “ said Carter, who graduated from CCHS in 1981, and has been teaching English and Journalism since 1986.  She returned to Gillette in 2007 to raise her five-year old son Jack and to teach at her alma mater.
Carter has done many other things to make school a better place to be. She made learning hands on, and if students did an assignment, she did it too.  When students wrote in their hand-sewn journals, she wrote in hers and would share about her life.
To encourage the love of reading, Carter spends her personal money to buy each of her students the novels of their choice.  “I log into Amazon.com and we go shopping.” In the past school year, Carter purchased over 300 novels for her students.  “If they own the book, they are more likely to read it.  Especially if it’s a book of their choice.”
Show and tell may sound like it’s just for little kids, but sophomores all brought something that meant a lot to them and talked about why it was special in front of the class. Carter would make sure each student finished each assignment and would give extra help until it was done well.  On nice days, the class could sit outside and do their work.
“Mrs. Carter was trustworthy,” said Moore.  “Students could tell her anything and she would never repeat it.  She could always tell if something was bothering someone and she would try her hardest to fix whatever it was.”  Carter would welcome classmates back if they were sick or gone on vacation. Comfy chairs and couches filled the room and students are allowed to sit in them if as long as their work is completed.
“I think of my students as flowers I’m nurturing,” Carter added.  “They have the ability to bloom with plenty of TLC.”  An avid gardener, she gives her students envelopes full of seeds from her own garden at the end of the school year.  “My students bloom beautifully.”
“Respect is a big concept with her,” Moore continued. “She made sure everyone was treated with respect.  She shook hands the first day of class with each student.”  Treats and hot chocolate are commonplace, and enlarged pictures of each student in her class were filled with positive comments and hung on the walls.
“I try to show all my students that I respect them,” said Carter, an energetic and enthusiastic redhead.  “I also know that I have to earn their respect, and I try.”  Carter doesn’t miss out on the opportunity to help her students in any way she can, and she will never give up, or let them either.

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Yearbook Sales

2010
08.17

2011 CCHS Back to school yearbook sale!  $50 at yearbookforever.com or at textbook checkout on Aug. 25th & 26th.  Price rises to $55 on Sept. 1st.

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New Chapter for Seniors

2010
06.03

Rachel Vliem, Staff Writer

What happens when thirteen years of education comes to an end? For 74% of Campbell County High School students, the answer is college.

Nour-Marie Ammari will move to Waco, Texas to attend Baylor University in the fall. “Everyone there seemed really happy, and the professors I talked to were super encouraging,” said Ammari. “At the more prestigious schools I visited, everyone was too cut-throat and it really seemed like no fun.”

Steven Turpin received a scholarship for pole vaulting from Indiana University. Alan Sisel will play football in Sioux Falls and Patrick Snead will play for Chadron.

“Michigan State University offered me very good scholarships,” said Kaiser Mock. “I also have family in that area.”

Hannah Stolpe will be a Duck next year at the University of Oregon. “It’s a beautiful campus. I love the town of Eugene,” said Stolpe. “It’s close to the ocean and I have family out there. The list goes on and on.”

MSUB, located in Billings, Montana, is a popular choice for graduates. “I like Montana; it’s really pretty,” said Madianna Solis, who will be attending MSUB next year. Trevor Polson received a scholarship for running to MSUB.

Some seniors did not want to part with the Cowboy State, such as Justin Solaas, Alexandra Mansur, Heidi Soloman, Aaron McGee, Joanna Perry, and Kaylyn Bahnson, who plan on attending the University of Wyoming. “I’ll be going to the University of Wyoming. I had always dreamt of going to some nice, upscale college in New England,” said Hunter Hebestreet. “When I started looking at finances, it only made sense to look somewhere that wouldn’t put me in debt for the rest of my life. I’ll be going to law school, which is expensive in itself.”

Seniors Lindsey Morgan, Matt Mordecai, Yazmin Ortiz, Branden Larsen, Alyssa Brosa, and Cree Peterson chose to remain closer to their homes and plan on attending Gillette College.

No matter where you further your education, good luck in the next chapter of your life.

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Plainsmen Strike Again

2010
05.28

 

Julionna Skinner, Staff Writer

Gillette fell short of making school history on Saturday, May 22nd, after they lost to Laramie 2-0 in double overtime. The Camel girls soccer team have yet to win a state title and were upset by the Plainsmen in the state championship for the second straight year. “It’s like déjà vu and feels the same as last year,” said senior Libby Storie.

            Sophomore Karen Storie added, “It is so frustrating and hard losing in the championship.”

            Others came off the field with a positive look of the game. “We gave it everything we had,” said sophomore Erin Thamm.

            “It was pretty disheartening when we lost, but we all played hard. It just didn’t seem to click,” added junior Missy Schultz. “We were super nervous and just couldn’t calm our nerves.”

            Along with Schultz, Karen Storie, Kayla Corcoran, Angie Benson, Brittany Lacek, and Sheree Small all earned first team All-State. Libby Storie was named second team All-State.

The Camels went 13-3 overall during their season, losing just one game in conference play. “Even though the outcome of the championship game wasn’t what we wanted, our season was very successful,” head coach Carl Matson said. “I’m looking forward to next year.”

The team loses its strength with three seniors leaving. However, plenty of depth with the returning underclassmen almost ensures a great 2011 season.

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Senior Wills

2010
05.28

To whoever stole my gym clothes this year, you can keep them, I won’t be needing them anymore.

-Cougar Karns

I leave my parking spot in front for Ms. Carter. I leave my great attitude for juniors. I leave my little brother to the pretty girls; make him have a great girlfriend!

-Randi Dobbs

I plan on leaving the smell of fish that’s still in the vents from last year. Also I will leave my parking spot for Ms. Carter if Randi’s is taken.

-Jake Adams

I leave my lucky pair of underwear to Christopher Lubken. I leave my loving heart to Kelsey Dewey.

-Mason O’Dowd

I leave my goldfish to Mr. McGregor. I leave a garbage can to Kelsey Dewey so she can throw away Mason’s heart.

-Devyn Hardy

I leave senioritis to my sister Rachael.

-Deborah Cunningham

I leave my tennis racket to Erin, my weight lifting abilities to Becca, and my “blondeness” to my favorite twins.

-Angela Hays

I leave my reputation for being a slacker to my little brother Dublin, and the scariest tire swing ride to Jake Hatfield and Addison Eldridge.

-Joanna Perry

I leave my humor with Aimee Sankovich, my outgoing personality to Angie Benson, my accent with Lexi Wilde and my “Lorraine” voice to Erin Thamm.

-Kylee Ashton

I leave my position as Guard Instructor to Brenna Kellbride.

-Neil Cain

I leave my choir spot to Megan Robins. I leave my parking spot to Kassidy Connely. I leave my OAKE trips to Rachel Robins, and my music talents to Lelani Fowlke.

-Alie Bitterman

To Tony Compese and Mike Quinn, Carry on the choir boys legacy and be the cool seniors like us, when it comes that time.

-Tyler Carson

I, Elizabeth Hungerford, leave the position of Secretary of Interact to anyone who wants it.

-Libby Hungerford

I leave Thursday lunches to Brooke and Hannah.

-Kaylyn Bohnsen

I leave my parking space to Allie Martin.

-Lindsay Morgan

I, Lindsey Carter, leave my yearbook head editor position to Rachel Vilem. Good luck!

-Lindsey Carter

I leave my lunch table and parking spot to Tom.

-Mat Carson

Juniors, we leave you the parking lot and front. It’s now the sophomores turn to be towed from Smith’s parking lot and the apartments

            -Ashley Strong

I leave my memory to all of you. I leave some shoes to fill.

-Jacob Steeg

I’m taking it all with me, get your own stuff.

-Tim Cook

I leave the closest parking spot to the earliest student.

-Tyler Snell

I don’t really think I can leave anything behind.

-Ian Ross

You can have all my Senior Speech homework. Have fun.

-Sierra Gentry

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Senior Send-off

2010
05.28

 

Damion Talcott, Staff Writer

In a recent tradition, after graduation, seniors usually attend a “Senior Send-off.” The party is a way for seniors to celebrate their achievements, without having to participate in illegal activities. “It is a way to keep students out of trouble,” said senior Simona Oliveri.

             The party begins on Sunday May 30th at 8:00 PM in the Camplex Wyoming Center, and will end sometime after midnight. The main attraction includes a hypnotist, but also includes fabulous prizes: Blue-ray DVD players, flat screen TVs, iPods, and of course, a car. The prize everyone wants to win is a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Senior Katy Strande has been helping organize the event. “Some people think it’s lame, but last year I went to Senior Sendoff and it was fun.”

            The theme this year is Las Vegas, featuring poker tables, dances, Madden tournaments, and even a game called cornhole. “Everyone loves cornhole,” added Strande.

            With students invited from Wright High School, Westwood, CCHS, and home schools, it’s going to be a big party. Seniors may also bring a friend along too. Organizers have several hundred boxes of pizza, a cotton candy machine, and tasty caramel chocolate cookies.

            “I am excited to go to Senior Sendoff,” said senior Brandon Skinner. “Last time I went, it was fun.” 

            “I can’t wait,” said senior Ethan Dooley. “It’s going to be awesome!”

            The general consensus among the seniors at CCHS is that Senior Sendoff is a great way to spend time with friends and say goodbye.

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Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda

2010
05.28

 

Carley Aaberg, Staff Writer

 

As our high school careers come to an end, we start to look back at everything that has happened the last three years of our lives. If we could all go back and do high school all over again, is there something we would do different? If so what would it be?

            Kim Eichenberger said, “If I could go back, I would have taken harder classes.”

            “I would go back and try my best in all my classes so I could get better grades,” said Jenna Waldner.

            Breanna Hoyle said, “I probably would have taken more AP classes.”

            Josh Nodland said, “I would have studied harder for tests and I would not have messed around as much.”

            Similar to Nodland, Matt Cady said, “I would not have avoided my homework as much.”

            Chris Fink said he would not have skipped as much, while Damion Talcott said he would have had more fun.

            “If I could go back, I would have gotten to know more people in my class,” said Sarah Scott.

            While having mostly college classes this year, Leslie Peterson said, “I would have graduated at semester because I only have a couple classes at the school this semester and it is pointless.”

            While smiling, Krisi Wester said, “I would have put the moves on Mr. Winland before graduation.” She also states that she would have been nicer to the lunch ladies because she feels that they are wonderful.

            Woulda, coulda, shoulda. Whether we wish we could go back and change something about high school, we can now focus on our bright futures.

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Senior Pranks

2010
05.28

 

Miranda Stewart, Staff Writer

As the year comes to a close, seniors start thinking about the schemes that will mark their time in CCHS history.  While planning pranks, seniors beware, as Principal Larry Steiger warns, “You will not walk if you do a senior prank.”  However, there have been many senior pranks in the past, only few have been remembered.

 Librarian Mitzie Neugebauer stated, “Last year they stole all the clocks, but we didn’t notice the kids taking them.  Also I remember the kids put chickens in the book drop of the library one year.”  In order for seniors to be remembered their pranks have to be clever, yet not harmful.

Assistant principal, Kelly Morehead remembers a year where 3 chickens, numbered 1,2, and 4, were let loose in the halls, and everyone was looking for the “missing chicken” number 3.

Many teachers did not recall doing a senior prank while they were in high school.  Although Mitzie Neugebauer did not participate in a prank, she implies, “When being an on-coming senior, the graduating seniors would throw you into the river.  It was more of a tradition in the school I graduated from.”

The most memorable senior prank at CCHS, according to staff, was when Humphrey the camel was stolen and hung on the overpass over Highway 59.  This prank was harmful to our CCHS image and was frowned upon.  While being harmful, the prank was very much remembered, but for the wrong reasons.

            Senior Pranks do not have to happen in order for a class to be remembered, and if put into action, they should not be inappropriate, destructive or harmful. There are good and bad memories of these schemes and they will be taken down into history, thanks to our CCHS alumni.

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