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. 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 ISSUE
For new school Vote Nov. 12
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. 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!
KHAEF The 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 Society by 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 news
by 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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High school band news
by Kaylene Toelle
High 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 PM
Chick-Fil-A Night – Oct. 29
Skatetown – Nov. 4
Rib Crib Night – Nov. 14
2013-2014 Miss KHS by 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 news
by 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 news
by 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 news
by 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!
Buy Band Bucks at Jumbo Foods
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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.
Genres: Adventure Humor Animal Fiction
Mystery Award Winner (Newbery, Sequoyah) Nonfiction
Biography Poetry Fantasy
Realistic Fiction Folktale (398.2) Sequoyah
Historical Fiction Sequoyah Holiday Fiction
Sports Fiction
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WildHorse Gang news by Gini Zaloudek
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 S
High school football
by Austyn Creel
Kremlin-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 football
by 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 football by 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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Cheerleading news by 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 news by 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 softball
by 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 Fundraiser by 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 2013-2014 by Cassidy Albert
6th
Grade
President John McGrath
Vice-President Miguel Rodriguez
Secretary Demi Suitor
Reporter Dalton McAlister
Treasurer Gracie Vandiver
7th Grade
President Hannah Rundle
Vice-President Megan Carson
Secretary Brad Machia
Reporter Zoe Hawkins
Treasurer Brett Russell
Student Council Representatives
Bobby Gray, Daylan Delinski
8th Grade
President Jazzy Stubblefield
Vice-President Lauren Bonine
Reporter Alice Keithly
Student Council Representatives
Dakota Gabriel, Mikayla Rauschenberg
9th Grade
President Casper Ramirez
Vice-President Joey Hudson
Secretary Mikayla Horning
Reporter Zeb Hawkins
Treasurer Jordan Harris
Student Council Representatives
Carlee Salisbury, Joe Keithly
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Seventh news by Morgan M. Miller
Hello 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 Grade
President Cheyenne Roche
Vice-President Jordan Presley
Secretary Rebekah Gannon
Reporter Connor Snapp
Treasurer Justin Lippard
Student Council Representatives
Gabby Morris, Billie-Jo Gabriel
11th Grade
President Andre Lizar
Vice-President Jadrien Stubblefield
Reporter Hayden Bonine
Treasurer John Schrader
Student Council Representatives
James Olmstead, Hayden Bonine
12th Grade
President Trev Schoenhals
Vice-President Ryan Voth
Secretary/Treasurer Hannah Wuerflein
Reporter Karlee Bittle
Student Council Representative Chantz Tucker
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Junior class news by 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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Freshmen class news by Zeb Hawkins
This 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 news by 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 18
th . We can’t wait!
8th
grade news Alice 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 8th
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 news by. 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 news by 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 KHS
Ms. Amber Bedwell by Cassidy Albert
Amber 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 Buller by 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 Pirtle by 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 Severin by 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, 3
rd Grade
Mrs. Pirtle, HS Science
Coach Severin, JH Social Studies/PE
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Mrs. Katie Streck by 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
The Staff of THE BRONC say “Welcome!” to all the new staff. They are all a good addition to our faculty!!!
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My Persuasive Essay
by 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 12th. 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.
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Student Council news The 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 pm
Oct. 14 ........................................................................................................................ Grades 5-8 Football at Pond Creek-Hunter
Oct. 16 ............................................................................................................... PSAT test for sophomores and selected students
Oct. 16 .................................................................................................................................................... End of First Nine Weeks
Oct. 17-18 ......................................................................................................................................... FALL BREAK – No School
Oct. 17 ................................................................................................................................................. Lady Bronc Shoot-a-Thon
Oct. 17 ............................................................................................................................. HS Football vs Timberlake, 7:30 pm
Oct. 21 ......................................................................................................................................... First day of second nine weeks
Oct. 21-25 ................................................................................................................................................... Elementary Book Fair
Oct. 21 .......................................................................................................................................... 5-6 Football, Red-White Game
Oct. 24 .................................................................................................................... Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Oct. 24 ............................................................................................................... BAND CARNIVAL, new gym, 6:00 -8:00 pm
Oct. 25 ....................................................................................... Parent-Teacher Conferences, 8:00 am – 12:00 noon, No School
Oct. 25 ................................................................................................................................. FFA Booster Club meeting, 6:00 pm
Oct. 25 ................................................................................................ SENIOR NIGHT, HS Football vs Bluejacket, 7:30 pm
Oct. 28-Nov. 1 .................................. Red Ribbon Week, National Honor Society sponsored week of awareness of drug abuse.
Oct. 28 ...................................................................................................................................5-8 Football vs Cherokee, at KHS
Oct. 29 ................................................................................................................................................. KHS Night at Chick-Fil-A
Oct. 29 – Nov. 3 ......................................................................................................... National FFA Convention, Louisville, KY
Nov. 2-4 ................................................................................................................................................... State StuCo Convention
Nov. 4 ........................................................................................................................ KHS Night at Skatetown (must have flyer)
Nov. 4-9 .............................................................................................. Elementary Basketball Tournament at Hillsdale Christian
Nov. 5 .................................................................................................................................................................. General Election
Nov. 8 ...................................................................................................................................... HS Football at Cherokee, 7:30 pm
Nov. 9 ............................................................................ KHS Invitational Academic Bowl Tournament, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Nov. 10 ................................................................................ Veterans Day Program for Kremlin-Hillsdale community, 6:00 pm
Nov. 11 ........................................................................................................ Veterans Day Assembly for KHS students, 1:15 pm
Nov. 11 ....................................................................................................................................... 5th
-8th
Basketball vs Ringwood
Nov. 12 ................................................................................................................................................................ Picture Re-takes
Nov. 12 .......................................................................................................................................... 5th
-8th
Basketball at Covington
Nov. 14 ......................................................................................................................... KHS Night at Rib Crib (must have flyer)
Nov. 15 .............................................................................................................................................. HS Football playoffs, TBA
Nov. 16 ............................................................................................................ Regional Academic Bowl Tournament at KHS
Nov. 16 ............................................................. Ag Booster Chili/Soup Cookoff and Pie Auction, Commons Area, 6:30 pm
Nov. 18-23 .................................................................................................................... Jr High Basketball at DCLA Tournament
Nov. 20 ............................................................................................................................. 5th
-6th
Basketball at Hillsdale Christian
Nov. 22 ........................................................................................ HS Basketball vs Garber, home, Girls 6:30, Boys, 8:00 pm
Nov. 25 ....................................................................................................................... 5th
-8th
Basketball vs Timberlake, homev
Nov. 26 ......................................................................................................................... JH/HS Basketball vs Burlington, home
Nov. 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 Patton
Kremlin-Hillsdale School
P.O.box 198
Kremlin, Ok 73753
580-874-2281
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Red Ribbon Week October 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)!
All students receive a Red Ribbon Week pencil!
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Kremlin-Hillsdale Public Schools
Bond Election
November 12, 2013 What 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.
Proposal: To seek voter approval of $8,820,000 General Obligation
School Bonds