The Bison Stampede – May 27, 1999

Editor-in-Chief

After a combined 169 years of teaching, five teachers from BHS are retiring at the end of the year. Special education teacher Mrs. Elaine Holth, math teacher Mrs. Genie Gregg, communications teacher Mrs. Maiza Zarski, and English teacher Mrs. Jean Parkin and math teacher Mrs. Connie Speich will be leaving their posts after they have taught for many years and helped shape the lives of many students.

"I know I will miss the students for a time, but I am so happy to be able to relax and enjoy my time," said Mrs. Holth.

"It's been a joy to teach," said Mrs. Gregg.

"I'm going to miss the students and the teaching, but I'm looking forward to having more time for myself," said Mrs. Zarski.

"I've loved being a teacher, but I'm ready for a new chapter," said Mrs. Parkin.

"It's been a wonderful experience, and I'll miss my students dearly," said Mrs. Speich.

Teachers have been a part of the BHS community for many years, and their impact will be felt for a long time to come. They have taught countless students, shaped lives, and made a difference in the community. Their dedication and passion for teaching have left a lasting legacy at BHS.

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"I like teaching young people," said Phil. "I know our best English teachers are our best assets, and I would go to any lengths to teach people and like them."

"We chose these teachers, because for the first and last day, except for the last day, they won't be coming back in the fall."

"I'm going to miss them. It's hard to say goodbye to the teachers now at the end of my career," said Mary.

"I'm going to miss my students. It's hard to leave what has been a part of my life for past 32 years and I'm very, very sorry about that," said Linda.

"To most people, teaching high school is a real challenge, but to me, it's the joy of the job. My students, they learn, they grow, and they are young people. Young people are very good."

"I'm going to miss the kids," said Zandra. "I love them, and I think they're the nicest kids I've ever taught."

"Teaching is a wonderful profession. It's a joy to be a teacher, and I'm so glad I had the chance to do it."

"I'm going to miss my colleagues. They've been like a family to me, and I'm going to miss them very much."

Cafe 22, presented by United Youth (UY), is a summer coffeehouse that will open on May 18. They will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 3:30 until 10:30 p.m. The Buffalo Community Center will be a welcome host.

The fact that there isn't much to do in the area has brought up the idea of opening a coffeehouse, a place for kids to hang out and socialize in the community, and UY cofounder Karen Voth says it's a great idea.

For most teenagers, there are not many options for entertainment in Buffalo. They are constantly trying to open up places that people can have a place to go. "We'll be open from 3:30 until 10:30," says Karen Voth, and junior Laura Angst.

The owner of Cafe 22 comes from Buffalo, and she says Cafe 22 "becomes the community center" because it's a place for people to gather. "It's significant because Cafe 22 is going to be part of the Buffalo! Morrison Community Center," says Voth.

"We'll also be open the full range of Buffalo/Morrison."

Monitor youth and that we'll be able to vary the music and entertainment with all kinds of dancers, musicians, and more.

Coffee, cold refreshments and snacks will be available at Cafe 22 at prices that are affordable for students. There will be music playing in the background, some good food, and maybe even karaoke for شباب, if you pay a little extra. Cafe 22 will also be a place for people to hang out. The years she will be working as the advisor for the Taunyan Yearbook and moving forward.

Soon, Robert is packed and ready to go. He is leaving his home, his friends, and his family to start a new chapter in his life. He is excited, but he is also a little bit nervous. He knows that life after graduation will be different, and he is not sure what to expect.

Senior year is a time of transition. It is a time when students are preparing to leave the familiar surroundings of high school and enter the wider world. It is a time of excitement, but it is also a time of uncertainty.

For many seniors, the transition to life after graduation can be a daunting prospect. They are faced with many decisions, such as which college to attend, what career to pursue, and how to manage their own finances. The pressure to succeed can be overwhelming, and the fear of failure can be paralyzing.

However, it is also a time of great opportunity. Seniors have the chance to explore new interests, meet new people, and discover who they truly are. They have the chance to shape their own futures and to make a difference in the world.

As seniors prepare to graduate, it is important to remember that they are not alone. They have the support of their families, their teachers, and their friends. They also have the opportunity to learn from those who have gone before them. By embracing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, seniors can navigate the transition to life after graduation with confidence and grace.

DATES: Saturday and Sunday May 29 and 30.
WHERE: Somerset, WI
GATES OPEN: 11 a.m.
CONCERT STARTS: Noon
PRICE OF TICKETS: $30
FEATURING: Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Def Leppard, Cake, Offspring, enormous Crush, Black Cherry, Local H, and many more.

DATES: July 8-10
WHERE: Wilmar, MN
PRICE OF TICKETS: $50 if you order before the end of the month, $55 in June, and $60 in July.
FEATURING: DC Talk, Rebecca Smith, Michael W. James, Jars of Clay, Raze

DATE: August 25
WHERE: Canterbury Park, MN
GATES OPEN: 3 p.m.
CONCERT STARTS: 4 p.m.
PRICE OF TICKETS: Unevalable
FEATURING: Deborah Cox, Sheryl Crow, Dixie Chicks, Indigo Girls, Sarah McLachlan, and many more.

Woodstock '69 drew a crowd of more than 450,000 people to a field in Sullivan County, New York. For six days, the sounds of great music and a massive party, where minds were open, drugs were all but legal and love was "free." The bands played the music of the sixties, from August 15, 1969 and continued until mid-morning on Monday, August 18.

The festival closed the New York state fairgrounds as one of the nation's traffic jams on record. That inspired local and state laws to ensure that nothing like that would happen again. Well, guess what, it is happening again, and it is big to big.

Reliving the Woodstock days, John Fogerty will be kicking off the biggest three-day concert of the summer, or maybe even the '90s. On July 23-25, he will be joined with about 50 other bands in Rome, NY, of some of the bands that are going to be there; The Offspring, Metallica, Avrillmith, Everlast, Sugar Ray, Limp Bizkit, Jewel, Alanis Morissette, Matchbox Twenty, and more.

With the police enforcement, extreme security measures, and crowds going to be packing, there will be a lot of tension. There will be a lot of excitement, too. The festival will be held at the fairgrounds. It will be much like it was in 1969, but with more support staff, to handle dehydration, sunburn, heatstroke, and other medical needs.

Along with all the precautions, there will be two days of performances, where it will be somewhat more relaxed, at times when people may be enjoying any of the bands, though there will be extreme security and parks in the area.

DATES: July 23-25
WHERE: Rome, New York
GATES OPEN: 6 a.m.
CONCERT STARTS: 7 a.m.
PRICE OF TICKETS: $150
FEATURING: Metallica, Bush, Everlast, Sugar Ray, Lit, The Offspring, Jewel, Limp Bizkit, Korn, Dave Matthews Band, and many more.

Graduation ceremony to mark students' departure. The ceremony will be held at the university auditorium on Friday. The event will feature speeches from faculty members, guest speakers, and student representatives. Following the ceremony, there will be a reception in the courtyard. Students and their families are invited to attend.

They are lucky, not necessarily, to have the chance. Many involved in the project were doing the groundwork and preparation. They are doing something, said senior Monika Laksh. "My parent's proposing. My moment is approaching." On the other hand, the senior class is looking forward to the graduation ceremony. However, some are feeling a bit nervous about the upcoming event. They are lucky, not necessarily, to have the chance. Many involved in the project were doing the groundwork and preparation. They are doing something, said senior Monika Laksh. "My parent's proposing. My moment is approaching." On the other hand, the senior class is looking forward to the graduation ceremony. However, some are feeling a bit nervous about the upcoming event.

"We're having Chinese food, a soda bar, and ice cream sundae instead of cake," -Senior Amber [unclear].

In the cafeteria, many students are having to do much of the decorating. "In helping my mom get everything ready, it's been a lot of work," said senior Tabitha Spike. Instead of the traditional sundae bar, the cafeteria is setting up a soda bar, ice cream sundae bar, and ice cream sundae station. Providing food is an essential part of a graduation party, but don't forget about the entertainment. It's a little execution, something that is difficult from the moment it starts. It's a lot of work to organize the pool parties, and banquet halls are a common from an entertainment perspective. However, some seniors are thinking that more is out of the question. They are looking for something simple and easy.

I thought it would be a scene in lifetime to work with a client in a large organization. This will be my third major task in a mission trip. It's something I have loved to do, especially for those who are looking for a way to make a difference in the world. -senior Miranda Dew.

What inspired you to participate in a mission trip?

My inspiration is the young people I will be participating with. Their passion and service to God is fun to be around. It's fun being in such a large group of people with different backgrounds. -senior Dr. Manchester, Mark Wilken.

Mission trips can provide an enormous amount of excitement, friendship, and leadership. It's fun being in such a large group of people with different backgrounds. -senior Mark Wilken.

A survey conducted by a survey of random students from every grade level to see how BHS students spend their money. How do they compare?

75% of BHS students currently have a job. 17.7 is the average amount of hours a week students work.

28% of students get a paycheck every week. 66% of students get a paycheck every other week. 6% of students get paid every 3 or 4 weeks.

36% of students get paid $5.00 to $6.49 per hour. 41% of students get paid $6.50 to $7.99 per hour. 12% of students get paid $8.00 to $9.49 per hour. 11% of students get paid $9.50 or more per hour.

48% of the students who get money from their parents. 24% of the students who get money from allowing students to work.

84% of students use a portion of the money they make. 66% of students have a savings account. 57% of students have a checking account.

26% of students have a checking account. 38% of students get a regular allowance.

By the age of 18, students are expected to make: $14,000-$24,000 50% $40,000-$100,000 19% $6,000-$18,000 6% $80,000-$100,000 38% have no idea

Mr. Kevin Schmelling — For those of you who don't know, I am a teacher of mathematics at RHS. I sincerely present my gratitude to a group of people: most of them are from Minnesota, among them, Aaron Cook, Rebekah and [unclear]. We were totally of approximately one hundred and sixty students from California, Ohio, Iowa, Davis, Tennessee and Minnesota — representing the United States. The Student Exchange Program, facilitating teaching of Jesus Christ to students in English camp during the first week of July, was a great success. Approximately 170 students made first contact with Jesus Christ. Jesus is a part of their lives and they are looking for him. Our focus was the classroom public school conducted with classroom presentations. During these personal testimonies how Jesus has changed our lives, students asked many questions about how they could have a personal relationship with Him.

During the second week, after learning these students, we held an evangelism event for three afternoons for the students and teachers. The Bible study classes as they gave financial contribution and prayed for my safety with the breaking out in Yugoslavia between Serbia and Kosovo. I gave them my closure to God as we prayed a lot and spoke much about the situation in the Balkans for the Russian people. It was most teaching English and Mathematics through an interpreter. This trip has given me a desire to become a doctor. I have opened my eyes to be Christian for the Lord. I left for Moscow to teach (my) English to students from various countries. I would like to go again and possibly to Asia. (Student Venture summer camp). I have already been to [unclear] school on Monday, and after that to [unclear] school on Thursday. I hope my students will go this year for this experience. We are going to God to reach the hearts of hundreds.

Sports Editor

The Buffalo Bison track team had a strong season on the North Suburban Conference on May 27. The boys finished fifth in the girls track meet. The boys stayed up and the girls stayed competitive.

"It was a great season," said coach Scott Palmer. "We hoped to be one of the top teams, but we just fell into place nicely."

One major setback was the loss to Conference winner Northfield. With Conference scheduled to May 10, our boys finished second, but they were run out of the running after that.

"The boys team did well, but we had many participants, and the girls team does have a lot of potential," said Palmer. "The boys team was great, and we hope that we can do even better next season."

We look forward to next season, Palmer said. "The boys team is a great group of athletes, and the girls team has a lot of potential."

The 1997 Sports World Conference Finals were a disaster. The teams were playing hard, but the officiating was terrible. It was a mess for everyone involved. The games were played with a lot of intensity, but the referees were not up to the task. They missed calls, they made bad calls, and they let the games get out of hand. It was a disgrace to the sport. We need better officiating in the future. We need referees who know the rules and who can call the game fairly. We need referees who are not afraid to make the right calls, even if they are unpopular. We need referees who are professional and who respect the players and the coaches. We need referees who are part of the game, not against it. The 1997 Sports World Conference Finals were a disaster, and it is time for change.

Money is a powerful tool. It can be used to do great things, but it can also be used to do terrible things. The key is to use it wisely. If you have money, use it to help others. Use it to build things. Use it to make the world a better place. If you don't have money, work hard to get it. And when you do have it, use it wisely.

"Don't be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments of lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends." —Richard Bush (Emily Thie, Jamie Marschel, Heather Ohne)

You guys are my best friends in the whole world. I love you both! I will miss you next year, and with you both, God bless. —Love, Mary (Krista Hay, Munday Rusty, Mary Totschek)

To the best of friends: we've had some pretty exciting times in the last four years. And it's just going to get better. Where we separate ways or stay this close, we will always remember our years together. —Katie Anders, Haley Koch, Amy Schifferli, Jamie Anderson

Lori — You've given me 14 years of the greatest friendship of my life. I could never have imagined that you would be in my life. You were there when I needed you. Never forget chocolate chip cookies, chentos's, and Summer & Looney, GI, th grade, singing, and dancing. I love you so much, forever! Lori, [unclear] we're [unclear] Jenny Summers, Lori Orman

"If you ever get lost on the highway, don't wander there to know where you are, for you always have a friend, and a shoulder to rely on, someone to rely on, I am here for you." —Finchone "You are the best friend that anyone deserves." —Love, Michelle -KSE (Kristen Eisenberger, Michelle Buxton)

Suzy — "Will you be my best friend?" When I asked you, I never believed how much our friendship would become important to me. Because you were so important to me, I gave you many memories that will always be in my heart. "You are my best friend!" "Meow," what my name? Thank you for all the good times. Suzy — Q. Tell me you're [unclear]. You always, Jen (Suzey Stern, Jenny Summers)

If I learned one thing in 7th grade, it'd probably be: "add time and good luck to everything." But, if I thought first, I'd realize that time and luck can't do everything. Instead, I'd realize that it's people, and solid secrets. After six years of sticking with this thing, I must be good luck. I love you, Tanya (Madison Lyndach, Tanya Lysek)

Your friendships are such a blessing to me, they are a gift from God that I will always treasure. My heart is so full, and true. I guess that is why I love you. I will be with you through the rain, to wipe away each tear, and to cheer you on. I pray to the Lord that we shall never part, and that we will always remain close friends. —Forever 17 (Chad Vergin, Lori Orman, Jesse Cassidy, Layla Grindberg, Jamie Swing, Tina Schmidt, Jamie Knox)