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The Bison Stampede – February 27, 1998

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Wright County traffic: too much, too fast

New housing developments dot the eastern Wright County area. As more families settle in, traffic volume is increasing. More cars on the road means more potential for accidents. Local authorities are concerned about the rising number of traffic violations and accidents in the area.

Guest Writers

Focus on teens and commuters

Safe Communities is concerned about the increasing number of traffic violations involving teens and commuters. Many of these violations are due to speeding, distracted driving, and failure to yield the right of way. We urge everyone to be more careful on the roads and to follow all traffic laws.

Prom Show '98

Wright County Commuter

Annual Print Show presenting the latest in prom dresses & tuxedos

Sunday, March 15
2:30 pm
Buffalo American Legion
(behind Super America)
Tickets are $3.00 . . . available from Laura Stoesz or Carisa Abbas at Buffalo High School. Tickets also available at the door.

Community forms

Teems, parents and school officials are being asked to attend the community forums scheduled to present the project findings and enlist community support on:

** March 10 at 7 p.m.—Buffalo High School
** March 12 at 7 p.m.—Montrose Community Center
* March 14 at 7 p.m.—St. Cloud High School
* March 19 at 7 p.m.—Rockford High School

Grants pilot program

Safe Communities of Wright County was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Minnesota Highway Traffic Safety Administration (MHTSA) and the American Safety Advisory Council to Allum Health Systems. As one of only three projects in the state, Wright County is being tested as a national model for the prevention of traffic injuries.

"We are very excited how we can work with Allum Health and Mary Ellen Wells, administrator of the Buffalo Hospital and part of the Allum Health systems, to address the high number of crashes and well-behaved driving and school-based awareness campaigns," said Karla [unclear].

For more information on Safe Communities of Wright County call 862-1818.

Janurary Feature Teacher

Photo by Sara Tabor

Currently teaching: Current issues and Social Problems

Years teaching: all before High School

High School Hometown: Cannon Falls, MN

College: Augsburg

Hobbies: Playing sports, going to movies, refereeing and umpiring games and going to Myers, Minnesota to watch the Twins.

When I'm teaching: Building, painting and fixing things.

Sponsored by BIES Student Council

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Teachers should practice what they preach

The ongoing nightmare all students is facing the teacher walk in class to find that the lesson is boring, dry, and repetitive. The drinking coffee and sipping on paper works. This vision is coming more and more often as the school year has now well commenced. Discrepancies arise when school rules are applied differently among students towards teachers. In a perfect world, there would be no rules. For example, would one student be allowed to cheat on a test? The problem is that students feel the difference between how teachers and students are asked to behave in class.

What happens during passing time:
0 min: Class dismissed
1 min: Teacher walks in
10:40:00
5 min: Loses previous class' homework
10 min: Teacher drinks coffee in room and starts to walk around the hall between classes
15 min: Students arrive in class
20 min: Teacher starts assignment
30 min: Students start assignment

It is also time to consider that when, at any time, students are standing out in the hallway, drinking coffee, is there an answer to this question. Part of teacher's job is to patrol the hallways and keep the students on task. According to administration, teachers are supposed to be in their classroom or on carpet in areas to cushion the students' ability to clean up their spills. Administration must also consider that the students, and therefore has recourse, can be given a grade, maybe, but when assignment is lost, it would be less misplaced assignments. It would be, as if not, more effective for teachers to stay in their room and make sure their students are there, and let them do their own assignments. It is the realization that students are capable of learning and never stop. It is a common understanding that teachers can teach or drink, but it could from doing so that students and teachers could be between them. It could lead to confusion and grudges in the future.

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XIX Winter Olympics

Women Hockey fits with those new to Olympics

States that want to skate with the ultimate role models.

"When I was 14 years old I played hockey with the boys, and we put 'K.L.' in the program as people would listen to us." Team Kyrie, of River Falls, Wisconsin, and the rest of the Olympics women want to go gold with women from around the world.

As women, with the first gold medal chance for women, the United States team, led by captain Camilla Granato, the United States and the world field wants to win. With its niche with the traditional/hybrid skating, Granato led the United States team, which wants to skate with the ultimate role models.

Jenny Schmigg, 18, a high school student, plays hockey for the US women's team. "We're having a lot of fun," Schmigg said. "It's been a great experience. We've learned so much about the game and how to play it at this level."

Schmigg, being a high school student, is a rising star in the world of women's hockey. She's already making waves and is expected to be a key player for the US team in the upcoming Olympics.

As the Olympics approach, the excitement is building for the women's hockey tournament. It's a historic moment for the sport, and the world will be watching as these talented athletes compete for gold.

What do the Olympic Canadian snowboarder, alm

the Olympic gold medal prize money, stating that she will like to compete as an amateur. This way she can compete in high school. Misty Mountain High School is where she's a student, and it is forbidden to compete for money prizes.

Alana Brooks, 24, and a forward for the team from St. Paul, sums up every gender's hockey. "I love the game," she said. "It's my life."

"It's hard work, but it's worth it," she added. "We're all working together to achieve our goals."

"I'm just happy to be here," she said. "It's an honor to represent my country."

"We're all excited to see what happens," she added. "We've worked hard, and we're ready to give it our all."

"It's going to be a great experience," she said. "I'm looking forward to it."

"We're all hoping for the best," she added. "But no matter what happens, we're proud to be here."

"It's a dream come true," she said. "I can't wait to get started."

"We're all ready to go," she added. "Let's do this."

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drug policy and Ross Rebagliati, is being stripped of his medal?

They have specialized by athletes in Olympic games. The IOC munitioned to learn successfully how to bargain, and judges teachers.

"The community was too easy on him because it may set a precedent for Olympics." —Peter Lynch, freshman

"I thank the committee was too harsh because they accused him of something he knew was false." —Nash Jain, junior

Snowboarding causes controversy

From very poor snowboarding usage, the Olympic event has fulfilled all the preceding controversies, and more.

Whistler, Canada's Ross Rebagliati gave the surprising 10% when marijuana in his blood stream was found on the night of January 31, a particle where he was found. He never had any of his own. 9 days, he was tested after winning. He was stripped of his medal.

Snowboarding was needed as an Olympic sport, which is definitely going Olympic since.

Minotates in Nagano:

Cross Country
John Bauer, Suzanne King

Alpine Skiing
Kristina Roesick, Tarsha Nelson

Curling
John Gordon

Tim Somerville, Roseville
Short-Track Speedskating
Aaron Freyberg, Matsumoto

Biathlon
Karina Hermann-Samela, Erik River

Ice Hockey
Jenny Schmuck, Edna Alanko, St. Paul Erik River

Skijumping
Mike Keurer, [unclear]

Professional players bring Olympic hockey a little more excitement

Editors Editorial

Although the first goal in the Olympic hockey tournament was made five minutes and 18 seconds into the first game, the teams had already been running hot for weeks. NHL players have been primed for the chance.

Dallas Stars' Mike Modano and Joe Thornton, teammates, had trouble adjusting after playing in Philadelphia. Flyers' Mike Ricci and others from Elk River also have the highest hopes of getting the gold. All thanks to the NHL players, they have played in higher counts in the Winter Olympics.

The playing style of the game is much more intense and relatively close to the game of the Germany, Canada, and Sweden. Colorado Avalanche, assisted by the speed and force on February 10, highlighted a very dominant performance.

No one felt the excitement that was happening in Canada. While they were playing, the fans were watching the games. They were excited to see the speed and power of the players. Canada was playing well, and the fans were cheering for them. It was a great game.

As the hockey players were playing, the fans were also playing a part. They were cheering and shouting, and they were making a lot of noise. It was a great atmosphere in the arena.

As the games continued, the excitement grew. The fans were getting more and more involved in the games. They were cheering for their favorite players and teams, and they were making a lot of noise. It was a great atmosphere in the arena.

As the games went on, the players were also getting more and more excited. They were playing harder and more intensely, and they were making a lot of noise. It was a great atmosphere in the arena.

As the games came to an end, the fans and players were all exhausted, but they were also very happy. It was a great experience for everyone involved. The Olympics are a great event, and they bring people together from all over the world. It was a great experience for everyone.

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Congrats BHS athletes!

Bison gymnastics team................Sixth place
Tara Schroeder................Fourth all-around, third floor exercise
Dana Greenwood................Fourth alpine skiing
Scott DCamp
Nate Holmgren................Qualified for State:wrestling
Victor Soto
Michelle Saxton
Meghan Phillips................State participants:gymnastics

Make weigh for Bison sharp-shooters

By Scott DCamp
NAME: Holly Book
SPORT: Basketball
POSITION: Pointguard
YEAR: Senior
HEIGHT: 5' 2"
WEIGHT: 110
RECORDS: BREAKING

During the wrestling season Holly Book was on both varsity for 11 seasons varsity volleyball, basketball, and soccer. She is also a member of the swim team. She is a standout in multiple sports, including soccer, basketball, and volleyball. She is also a member of the track team. She has been a member of the honor roll for three years. She is a member of the National Honor Society.

Her coaches have praised her for her dedication and hard work. Her teammates have also praised her for her leadership and positive attitude. She is a role model for other students.

She has been selected as a member of the All-State team in basketball. She has also been selected as a member of the All-State team in volleyball. She has also been selected as a member of the All-State team in soccer.

She is a recipient of the [unclear] award. She has also been awarded the [unclear] scholarship. She is a recipient of the [unclear] award.

She plans to attend [unclear] University in the fall. She plans to major in [unclear].

NAME: Rusty (Nails) Kauth
SPORT: Wrestling
WEIGHT: 140/145
YEAR: Senior

Rusty Kauth is a standout wrestler on the team. He has been a member of the varsity wrestling team for three years. He has also been a member of the varsity soccer team. He is a member of the honor roll. He is a recipient of the [unclear] award. He plans to attend [unclear] University in the fall. He plans to major in [unclear].

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Gymnasts win conference title

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Any gymnast knows that the Bison gymnastics team was special. Outstanding for State, the team swept the titles of conference and section champs.

Winning the crowded conference champs was wonderful, all of our hard work finally paid off. We worked hard and conducted ourselves in conference. It was worthwhile," said the team captain.

Winning the conference and making a name for themselves was especially important to them. It was impossible to win against campbell (19-12, 137.65) was a huge challenge. They were a narrow but formidable force.

"Winning this was one of the greatest things we strongly suspected that it would happen, but it was hard to conduct ourselves," said the coach Martha Driscoll.

In their final regular season meet against the Knights from Ironwood, the Bison ended with a 121-114 victory. In conference championship, the last time they won the conference was in 1990. After controversial judging, the Bison stumbled their way to a 138.95-138.23 victory.

"We were very nervous about bondage, but we knew that if we put together a good score, we would win the conference," and junior captain Michelle Smith said.

Other drama unfolded in sophomore Megan Phillips. In the section, the Bison were defeated by a score of 119-115. They suffered their second loss to the samuel williams during the buffalo championship.

"We all worked hard," said [unclear] junior captain.

The 1993 season has been especially challenging. At the beginning of the season, all of our varsity competition shook them really bad.

"The girls told me that they were good, and I said 'show me'" said the coach.

The school record was broken this season. The team record of 137.45 was set in 1995. On Feb. 14, the Bison traveled to St. Cloud. The coach received a 162. score, which was a new season high.

The section AAA meet, where they all competed, was held at [unclear]. The team also received a 162. score. The gymnasts were helped to high expectations and standards to uphold. The Bison look forward to a successful season next year.

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Above—Senior Jeremy Lauster, junior Erik Sundman, and sophomore Alyssa Bakke and Liza Michio the final rounds of elimination. All activities were represented by two people, who tried guessing the right answers to trivia knowledge. Bakke and Sundman represented the Knowledge Bowl teams while partners Machado and Krastl Vanner were of Odyssey of the Mind.

Above—Senior Jeremy Lauster, junior Erik Sundman, and sophomore Alyssa Bakke and Liza Michio the final rounds of elimination. All activities were represented by two people, who tried guessing the right answers to trivia knowledge. Bakke and Sundman represented the Knowledge Bowl teams while partners Machado and Krastl Vanner were of Odyssey of the Mind.