Elementary Students Celebrate Grandparents Day by Katie Bell Thanks to Their Grandparents

VOLUME 20 n ISSUE 3 n DECEMBER 2013 Harvard Public School www.harvard.esu9.org

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Kindergarten through sixth grade students sing to their grandparents at the Grandparents Day program. Elementary Students Celebrate Grandparents Day By Katie Bell thanks to their grandparents. On this son sing the song. Then 5th grader Memories last a life time, which day Harvard Public school hosted an Paisley Longoria and 5th grader Mor- is why Grandparents Day is a spe- estimated 150 grandparents. gan Parrish sang “For he’s a Jolly Good cial day for the grandchildren and The grandparents sat with their Fellow” to recognize all the grandpas grandparents. All the hearts in the grandchildren, in the multipurpose attending the program. gym were warmed, and all the souls room or their grandchild’s classroom, Next the first graders entertained in the gym were prideful as these while they waited for the Grandpar- the audience with a “Grandparents grandparents watched their grand- ents program to start, which took place Day Rap.” After the rap, the kinder- children celebrate them. at 12:15 p.m, in the gym. The program garten class came in the gym dressed On November 15, Harvard Public started with an “A Song for Grandpar- up in costumes that perceived the way Schools held its annual Grandpar- ents Day” sang by all the elementary grandparents would dress back in the ents Day. This year was different students. Following was a heartwarm- olden days so to speak. For grandpar- from past years, instead of only host- ing solo from 6th grader Ryan Harms ents day they sang three songs. They ing grandparents from the kinder- who sang “You Are So Beautiful’ while sang “Grandmas Glasses,” “Turkey on garten class, Harvard hosted grand- all the grandmas stood up to be rec- the Farm,” and “Grandparents Day” all parents from the entire elementary, ognized. As I watched from the side, directed by Mrs. Stone. The program kindergarten through sixth grade, I saw Ryan’s grandma’s eyes fill with then ended with the song “A Song for to celebrate this day of honor and salty tears as she watched her grand- See Grandparents continued on page 4 UNL Math Bowl Champions Harvard Mathletes Go Undefeated in Double Elimination Bracket the Cardinals and in third place was Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran. The math bowl team was com- prised of the three senior members of the Harvard Math Club, Derr, Mikayla Novak, and Douglas Johnson. Harvard began the bracket facing off against © Harvard Public School - Mr. Thompson © Harvard Cedar Bluffs. This match proved to be the closest of the day as Cedar Bluffs tied up the match on the last question requiring a tie breaker question. Har- vard was faster on the buzzer and advanced to the next round 7 – 6. Next up for the Cardinals was annual pow- erhouse Fremont Archbishop Bergan. The Cardinals have not fared well tra- ditionally against Bergan with a previ- ous record of 0 – 2. This year was different as the Cardinals handled Bergan easily by a score of 5 – 1. Harvard then defeated Oakland Craig 9 – 0 thus ad- vancing to the semi-finals. In the semi- finals Harvard faced East Butler ina tightly contested match, but Harvard advanced 4 – 3. This sent East Butler into the consolation bracket where they had to face Nebraska Evangeli- Back Row (L - R): Daniel Hernandez, Allen Brand, Elijah Sadd, Douglas Johnson, Kelsey Griess, cal Lutheran before returning to face and Mr. Riley. Front Row: Alyssa Novak, Mikayla Novak, Paden Derr, Sam Kamm, and Julio Harvard in the championship. With Marquez. Harvard having no loses East Butler By Neil Riley was Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran would have to defeat Harvard twice “The hardest part of winning the and in second place was East Butler. to claim the championship. Harvard UNL Math Bowl was the uncertainty. Harvard finished the day on a high won the first match 5 - 3 and claimed Going into each round, we didn’t know note taking the double elimination the Division 5 Bowl Championship. what concepts in math we needed to math bracket by storm and claiming Derr said, “The most intense mo- use. We also didn’t know how good the the championship. East Butler fin- ment of the competition was during other teams were. There was always ished in second place with both of the final match. We went in undefeated that fear of not knowing how to an- their losses coming at the hands of See Math Club continued on page 3 swer something when your opponent does,”said senior Paden Derr. The Harvard Math Club students competed in Division 5 at UNL Math Day on November 21. Students used to compete in each of the different class, A, B, C, and D. However, this year the competition was split into division based on school size. Division 5 was made up of schools with a 9-12 school enrollment of 75 – 125 students. There were 21 other schools compet- ing in this division. The math students placed third on the individual exam, falling short of second place by a mirror thirty-three hundredths of a point. Placing first Pg. 2 The Chirp December 2013 students here in Harvard the importance of an education,” said FBLA member Samantha Kamm. Harvard’s FBLA not only hoped to help a child go to school, but anticipat- ed that the project would raise aware- ness that there are children in other parts of the world dreaming of an education which some American students take for granted. “The funds are all sent to the program and then a portion goes to other countries’ children school funds,” said Mr. Scott Trimble. The Harvard FBLA sold several designs much like this one. The Yuda Bands are handmade in “I love being able to help someone Guatemala then shipped to America to be sold. in the world get a good education, because by buying Yuda bands we are Making a Change One Band at a Time assisting their future” said freshman By Madelyn Anderson FBLA sold 165 bands, making about Amanda Godding. Harvard Public School’s Future Busi- $1,555 dollars. “Nothing is better than the feeling of ness Leaders of America group par- FBLA sponsor Mr. Trimble signed up helping people in need; I can’t wait until ticipated in a nationwide fundraiser for the program and was then mailed we do it again next year, “said Kamm. known as Yuda Bands. This fundraiser everything the organization needed to “The Yuda Band project definitely sponsors under privileged children in sell bands for two weeks. Each band showed me the importance of my edu- developing nations to attend school for had its own elaborate design and cost cation,” said Godding. an entire year. For every one-hundred seven dollars each. “I am definitely proud of the mem- and seventy five bands sold an under- “We not only wanted to make bers for all of their dedication and inter- privileged student in other countries a difference for children in other est in the organization,” said Trimble, “I is sent to school for a whole year. The countries, but we wanted to show think we did a great job raising money.” Sophomore Class Attends Career Day Math Club Dallas Doupnik Jr. The third session was career pan- Continued from page 2 On October 16 the Harvard sopho- els. At the career panels there were and were definitely scared of losing more Careers class took a trip to the many different college booths they that advantage and having to play an- National Guard base in Kearney, Ne- could look at. There was one room other round. When it came to the final braska. While there they explored dedicated specifically for Central questions in that match, we were ahead many different college booths, job Community College. Another job was by enough that we couldn’t have lost. booths, and sessions where they the National Guard and the ROTC That was a relief.” learned how to do a job interview, program from the National Guard. Math Club Sponsor Neil Riley said, learned tips on writing resumes, and One booth was for aviation which “The seniors were very impressive. I went to different career panels where had a flight simulator. This session expected the first match against Ce- they could ask a variety of people also had a booth for the fast food dar Bluffs to be easier than it was, about their jobs and colleges. restaurant Sonic. A cosmology booth I’m glad that the seniors didn’t let At the interview session the students was demonstrating how to curl and that rattle them and affect their per- learned how to dress for an interview. style hair. formance against Archbishop Bergan. They also learned a variety of tips for For Sophomore Levi Bennett, he These are a special group of students what to do and what not to do. Another said, “My favorite part was that we got that continue to perform up to their tip they learned was to always be pre- to wonder around looking at the differ- potential. It will be critical that the pared. Students also learned was what ent booths and not get in trouble.” underclassmen prepare to take a big- potential employers look for. When asked if he found any colleges ger role in the competitions to pre- The second session taught about he was interested in. Bennett said, “I pare for next year.” how to write a resume. They learned to found one college interesting, it was Freshman Julio Marquez said, “I feel make sure everything is filled out com- the Creative Arts Academy.” more like I can contribute more as I learn pletely and correctly, and to always Sophomore Mikaela Bushnell was more of the necessary math concepts.” have the resume while at an interview. asked what part of the career day was Harvard has had success at UNL in Another tip was to have reliable ref- her favorite. She replied, “My favorite the past but has never earned the title erences. The biggest thing that they part was getting to talk and meet with of champion. Harvard placed third in learned was that employers only spend the representatives from each college, I Class C in 2012, second in Class D in about nine seconds on average looking found Bryan Health Science College as 2011, fourth in Class D in 2010, and at resumes. one that I might like to go to. third in Class D in 2009. The Chirp December 2013 Pg. 3 criticism,” said Doupnik Jr. “I went to ‘Sparkling Entertainment Writing’ and it helped me to think about how I want to write. Also the in- structor had good tips,” said Anderson. The teachers had their own meeting during the first session where they received the awards and grabbed the sub- mitted yearbooks and newspapers from last year. They talked about the journalism summer camp which is organized by the NHSPA and about a change in class sizes for the awards. “That wouldn’t be good for us because we would have to compete with bigger schools and they have better possibilities than we do,” said Carroll. Schelkopf went to the new adviser meeting. “A panel of seasoned teachers gave their ideas on how to handle things and gave suggestions on what Amanda Godding and Madelyn Anderson listen as layout ideas for the yearbook were discussed worked best for them,” said Schelkopf. in Mass Media. Carroll went to Creating Designs for the second session, which was about New Journalism Team Learning at UNL yearbook design. The presenter was By Chiara Strohl come speech and presentations. Anna Keith McCoy. He also comes to Har- On October 21, the Mass Media stu- Reed, CoJMC award-winning student vard Public School to help Mass Media dents from Harvard Public School went photographer, presented her photo- students with the yearbook design. to the Nebraska High School Press As- journaling experiences on different “McCoy gave me notes and a copy of sociation (NHSPA) at the University trips in other countries. After that the his presentation,” said Carroll, “It was of Nebraska Lincoln. For the past four NHSPA Awards were introduced. very helpful and interesting. It gave me years Harvard Public School has sent “It is nice for students and teach- lots of ideas to pass on to the students.” a few newspapers and the yearbook ers to get recognized for the hard Polacek attended Photojournal- to the committee of NHSPA to critique work they put in the whole year,” ism. “Bruce Thorson, UNL journalism its publications. At this conference the said Carroll. professor, gave good tips on how to Harvard staff was awarded a Golden Polacek said, “It is a good way take good pictures. My favorite tip I Kernel in caption writing for the year- to look at efforts in this class and to learned was to turn a picture upside book, a Golden Kernel in photography see improvements.” down and if there is one main point and coverage, and an Award of Merit After the opening assembly stu- that you focus on, then it is not a good for the newspaper. dents had three different sessions photo,” said Polacek. “These awards mean a lot to me and where they could pick from different “I went to the session ‘Readable it feels good to be awarded,” said senior topics. The teachers could attend dif- Sports Coverage’ and it provided the Paden Derr, “Even though we were ferent meetings, too. basic information on how to write an grumpy when the sponsors pushed At 10:15 the first session started. Har- article,” said Schelkopf. us and let us do things over and over vard students attended “Column Writ- again, it shows we get better.” ing.” For the second session students Seniors Leslie Ramirez, Paden Derr, went to “Sports Broadcasting.” Grandparents and Chiara Strohl, juniors Katie Bell, “The two meetings were really in- Continued from page 1 Dallas Doupnik Jr., and Kelsey An- teresting and the instructors gave great Grandparents Day” sang by the whole drews, and freshmen Amanda Godding ideas,” said Anderson. elementary which is the same song and Maddie Anderson attended. Mrs. “I enjoyed it and appreciated the that began the whole program. Deb Polacek, Miss Bevin Carroll, Mrs. presenters taking their time to talk to As the grandparents watched their Kelly Schelkopf, and Miss Shea Hylden high school students,” said Andrews. grandchildren, tears ran down their are the advisors for Mass Media. Each Lunch was from noon to 1:15. Af- faces, happiness filled their hearts, student’s job is to write the articles for ter that Harvard students went to one and pride filled their souls. This day the monthly newspaper “The Chirp” more meeting. Some went to the ses- will be memorable to all those grand- and create the yearbook. With the ex- sion “News Writing,” and some to ma’s and grandpa’s, and of course ception of Paden Derr every student is “Sparkling Entertainment Writing.” their granddaughter’s and grand- taking this class for the first time. “I went to ‘News Writing’ and I liked son’s. Too bad grandparent’s day only The assembly started with a wel- how she explained not to be afraid of comes once a year. Pg. 4 The Chirp December 2013 K-3 Students Entertain Rest Haven Residents By Kelsey Andrews On Halloween, the residents of the Harvard Rest Haven were given a treat! That morning the K-3 students in their costumes walked over with their classes, classroom teachers, and music teachers Mr. Blake Thompson and Mrs. Shelly Reed to perform for the residents at 9:15 am. Each group greeted residents and sang a few Halloween songs. The students went into the dining room and lined up with the Kindergarten in front, first grade next, then the second grade, and third graders in the back. When one group was performing the others sat down on the floor and waited for their turn to sing. Many people gathered in the dining area, includ- One of the many activities sponsored by the Future Diversity Leaders is the annual Halloween ing parents, teachers and of course carnival. Several children wore costumes to the carnival. the residents. The Kindergarten and third A Myriad of Conferences for the FDL Club graders sang three songs togeth- By Leslie Ramirez pursue the things that challenge you, er: “Pumpkin Pumpkin,” “Up the October 30th, was a time to reopen no matter how impossible they seem.” Creaky Stairs,” and “Something closed doors for the FDL club by at- “I realized, to not be a product of Went Bump.” tending Multicultural Leaders Day, a your environment. Often times, His- Kindergarten student Ty Heath seniors only conference that the club panic youth succumb to stereotypes,” said, “I liked going over to the had not been a part of for a few years. said Daniel Hernandez, junior. nursing home and singing. My fa- The conference consisted of many Key note speaker, Ernesto Mejia, vorite part was singing ‘Pumpkin current college students speaking spoke to Harvard students in grades Pumpkin’. The favorite song that I about what to expect when attending 5-12 on Tuesday, November 12. Me- heard while I was sitting down was college, the perks of being in college, jia spoke about his life story and how ‘The Haunted Piano’. I would want and a comparison to high school; he overcame being a follower who to do it again.” along with tips about dorms, classes, stooped down to negative influences The second and third graders and eating out. of his Latin American childhood to sang four songs together: “Haunt- On November 8, the Future Di- become a successful public speaker ed Piano,” “Having a Bad Scare versity Leaders club attended the and owner of a company Day,” “Ten Big Pumpkins,” and “A Grand Island Central Community “My favorite part was when Ernesto Spooky Night.” College Leadership Conference. Mejia shared about his personal life with Third grader Aimee Whetstine- This conference was meant to teach us like he’s known us his whole life,” Jones said, “I liked singing to them. attendees ways to enhance their said sophomore Estefania Rodriguez. My favorite part was getting to sing education after high school, and Being part of the Future Diver- in my costume, and my favorite to install the belief that they can sity Leaders club involves a lot of song was “A Spooky Night’. I would achieve their dreams if they have commitment and time management. go and do it again. When I went the right mind set and necessary Not only do the members get out of over and sang to them, I saw a girl tools. The workshops also informed school to attend a myriad of confer- that I got to read to last year when I students that no matter what one’s ences, but they also need to have was in second grade; I thought that ethnicity, everyone can reach his/ their homework finished for either was cool!” her goals. when they return or before they go, “I think the residents enjoyed FDL freshman member Samantha or otherwise, face the consequences it. They were all smiles and they Martell said, “Never settle for less, of ASAP. clapped quite a bit,” Mrs. Reed said. The Chirp December 2013 Pg. 5 “In my opinion, the group really loved the Day of the Dead ofrendas because it showed us how important Day of the Dead really is,” said member Douglas Johnson. “The whole restaurant was cov- ered with streamers and traditional Mexican decorations; It really made our learning experience even better, since we were able to see how seriously everyone in the Spanish culture takes Day of the Dead,” said Kamm. “I couldn’t believe how hard the Picados were to make; if you make one mistake it’s all ruined,” said Piper. “Ours were simple designs; I couldn’t imagine making the bigger ones,” said Kamm. I really loved the food, especially the enchiladas at Guacamya,” said Piper. The Papel Picado is a decorative craft made out of paper and cut in elaborate designs. It is consid- “The trip was a blast, the kids made ered a traditional Mexican folk Art. the experience something unforgetta- ble,” said Rodriquez. Students Get a Taste of Spanish Culture I can’t wait until next year so we can By Madelyn Anderson us the importance of history and tradi- take another amazing trip to Omaha,” On Wednesday October 30, the tion,” said member Katelyn Piper. said Piper. Harvard Public school’s Spanish Club took a trip to El Museo Latino, the first Latin American museum in Omaha. The Spanish Club members spent the whole morning at El Museo Latino learning many things about Spanish culture. While at El Museo Latino, the Span- ish Club observed a variety of exhib- its including: Art of Puebla, Graphics of Latin America, Dia de los Muertos, Traditional Textiles, History of Latinos in Omaha, and many more. Because Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead started on Novem- ber first, the Spanish club was able to see all of the glorious decorations and alters throughout the museum and Guacamya. After several hours of history and entertainment the Spanish Club went to Guacamya, an authentic Mexican Restaurant which the Spanish Club has visited on other trips. “I really wanted the kids to see how important history is to the people of Spanish descent,” said Spanish Club sponsor Mrs. Rodriquez. In honor of Day of the Dead the museum had a special craft center set up for the Spanish club to enjoy. Each student was able to chisel Paper Picados. “I think the museum really showed Pg. 6 The Chirp December 2013 play,” said senior Douglas Johnson. “It is not too much work for us to host TVC One Act because we hosted District competition last year. We just had to change and add some things to the paper work from the last time we hosted,” said Polacek. “The Wonderful Tang” is the current One Act show from Harvard Public School. The comedy is built around the fantastic tale of three suit- ors who come to prove their prow- ess in order to win the hand of the emperor Tso-Tso’s, played by senior Joshua McDowell, daughter, Fu-Tse, played by sophomore Katie Harms. But the winner of the contest, Tang, played by senior Quinten Roberts, runs away with Fu-Tse’s sister, Su- Tse, played by junior Katie Bell. Tang General Wu (Dallas Doupnik Jr.) is ready to defend Emperor Tso-Tso (Joshua McDowell) and Princess Su-Tse (Katie Bell) in a scene from “The Wonderful Tang.” is pursued by the emperor’s army because both daughters are stolen. Harvard One-Act Places 2nd at TVC Competition Fu-Tse is welcomed back when Tang By Chiara Strohl host the event and performed well,” is able to subdue the fierce dragon of Harvard hosted TVC One Act on said Thompson. the Khan of Tartary, played by senior Tuesday November 21. Participating Every school got their own home- Douglas Johnson. schools were Blue Hill with “Voic- room and there was a dressing room “We knew that the students would es from Chernobyl,” Deshler with for males and females. There was a enjoy a comedy, so we chose The “Law And Order: Fairy Tale Unit,” hospitality room for judges, directors Wonderful Tang,” said Mrs. Debra Franklin with “Epic Fail,” Shelton and bus drivers and food was provid- Polacek, co-director. with “Santa Man,” Silver Lake with ed through the concession stands to “The Wonderful Tang has strong “The Women of Troy,” Kenesaw the students. characters and a large cast,” said Mr. with “The Ransom of Red Chief,” After every school performed its Blake Thompson, co-director. “Be- Lawrence/Nelson with “Attention show the directors received an oral sides that it is a lot different than last Detention,” Red Cloud with “Shake- cast critique from each of the three year’s show ‘The Seussification of Ro- speare Unbound,” and Harvard with judges about what they liked and meo and Juliet’.” “The Wonderful Tang.” what they didn’t like. “I love the show and my costume All judges agreed to give Blue Hill At the end of the day the judges because I get to wear a sumo suit,” first place and Harvard’s show run- ranked every participating school and said senior Colton Ives. ner-up. Out of 180 points Blue Hill first and second place were awarded. “It seemed like the students got 175 and Harvard 172. Also there was an award for the out- learned lines and blocking quickly,” Honorable mention was awarded standing actor and actress, the best said Polacek. “We also have been able to Seniors Joshua McDowell, Doug- supporting actor and actress, and to practice with props and costumes las Johnson, Quinten Roberts, Caylyn honorable mention acting awards. for a longer time than most seasons. Mardian, Sedayne Bennett, and Chi- The judges can award as many hon- That helped students get used to the ara Strohl, Juniors Dallas Doupnik orable mention awards as they liked blocking very early.” Jr., Elsa Knight, Alexis Schuck, Katie but only name one for other awards. “The students are doing a good Bell, Megan Fishler, Callie Brown, “You never know what the judges job, and they are becoming very sol- and Paige Gosser, Sophomores Mor- prefer and how they like our show, id, but the show has room to grow,” gan Weston, and Felchia Kamm, and but I think we should make it in the said Thompson. Freshmen Madelyn Anderson, Tiya top 3,” said Polacek before TVC. The One Act show has to be 30 Morgan, and Sam Kamm. Thompson said, “I want the kids minutes for competition. Elsa Knight was awarded the best to be strong and to perform to their “That is one thing we have to work supporting actress award. highest ability. Also I want them to on to prepare for conference and dis- Polacek wanted the students to be get good comments from the judges.” trict competitions. Our show is too in the top 3. “Rank two shows me that Senior Colton Ives agrees, “I can’t long and we have to cut some parts we Coaches understand the dynamic wait to beat Blue Hill at districts.” before TVC Conference,” said Polacek. and students put hard work in it,” “I am a little disappointed not to get Polacek and Thompson thank all said Polacek. first place but I am happy with the en- Harvard stuff, faculty, administra- “The students worked hard to ergy and work everybody puts in the tion, and students for their help. Pg. 7 The Chirp December 2013 support the music program. Mr. Thompson, Mr. Piper, admin- istration, and staff members helped to plan the event. Mr. Thompson picked the songs for the flash mob and cup song because they were re- cent pop hits. Seniors Dacey Hamp- ton and Quinten Roberts choreo- graphed the dance for the flash mob. Guidance counselor Mrs. Polacek said, “It’s pretty exciting to see so many people together; parents, students, community members. It’s a great way to showcase what one will see from the music department for the year. The atmosphere shows a lot of energy.” “In my opinion the Extravaganza went very well. It was cool to see all the different talents through- Members of the Cardinal and Black Show Choir perform at the Fall Extravaganza on Oct. 22. out the school. It’s a great feeling to know that we’re being leaders to Music Department Hosts Extravaganza the younger kids and helping them By Amanda Godding Students performed in various grow their leadership in the music The 5-12 Music department per- groups: The 7-12 band, 9-12 show choir, department. I am very proud of us formed its Fall Music Extravaganza 7-8 show choir, 5-6 show choir, 9-12 and the younger kids. They’re doing on October 22nd at 7:00 pm. The choir, 7-8 choir, 5 choir, and 6 choir. very well,” said sophomore Kate- Extravaganza was held outside on Clef Club, students, music in- lynn Piper. a chilly night on the football field. structors, parental support, and Junior Zach Faltys said, “I think Many people took part in helping community members helped in the extravaganza went well despite to make it all happen. The Fall Mu- making the extravaganza possible the weather. I got to see how far the sic Extravaganza’s purpose was to this year. Clef Club took part by younger students have come and I showcase the music department’s preparing food, speaking, and by was very impressed.” goals for the year and kick off a great funding the event. Clef Club served “The Attendance at the extrava- music season. The students had been over 600 people, which was a great ganza was good. Everybody seemed preparing since school started by re- response. Mr. Jim Piper provided to enjoy it again; the only bad part hearsing in band, pep band, march- all the stereo equipment. Commu- was the cold, but people seemed to ing band, show choir, and choir. nity Members bundled up to come weather that,” Thompson said.

The ChirpBy WantsLeslie Ramirez to Know What do you wish for at Christmas? Eighth Grade Mr. Mumm Science Teacher Adi Ramirez

“World Peace.” “A lot of snow and less school.”

Pg. 8 The Chirp December 2013 A safety precaution that is different Archery and Firearm Safety Tips from firearms is wearing proper cloth- Dallas Doupnik Jr. dition of the bow and be sure it is in ing. Wearing baggy or loose clothing America is home to many pastimes. working order. If the bow string is can cause the arrow or the bow string Among those pastimes are the arts of frayed, the string can snap causing in- can catch on your clothes causing in- hunting and shooting sports; these ac- juries. Be sure to check the condition of jury to you or someone else. Archers tivities are often considered danger- the arrows you are shooting. A wood- should never wear bracelets or neck- ous. They aren’t, as long as one is safe en arrow can warp and cause its flight laces. Jewelry can get tangled in a fired with his or her bow or firearm. Safety pattern to go in a direction the archer arrow and cause serious injuries. is the most important thing while han- doesn’t want it to Never load or aim a Shooting sports are fun and exciting. dling a bow or firearm. bow with anyone in front of you. Al- They need to be taken seriously and When using a firearm, the number ways make sure to know what you are responsibly. Safety is the number one one rule is to always keep the gun firing at, whether an animal or a target. thing to keep mind. pointed in a safe direction. Keeping the barrel pointed away from harm is important so that if the gun were to accidentally go off, it wouldn’t cause any damage to anyone or anything. Second, never put a finger on the trig- ger until you are ready to shoot. Third, always keep the gun unloaded until it’s time to use it. While you are shooting you should always take notice of where the target is and what is behind it. Bullets can go through objects and land hundreds of feet behind your target. Always be sure the gun you are using is safe to operate. This means checking for loose parts or rust. Fi- nally, know how to use the gun safely. If you are new to firearms and aren’t quite sure how to use them, take a hunter safety course or find someone who knows about guns. They will be willing to help. The rules that apply for a firearm are similar to the safety rules for a bow. It Junior High Quiz Bowl Members stand proudly with the first place trophy they earned at the is always important to check the con- Twin Valley Conference Junior High Competition held in Roseland on Nov. 21.

The ChirpBy WantsLeslie Ramirez to Know Junior Freshman Freshman Elsa Knight Yulisa Beltran Cassie Roberts

“Less homework from “Lots and lots of books.” “No school and lots of food.” Mr. Mumm.”

The Chirp December 2013 Pg. 9 Volleyball Stats Kills Digs Blocks Assists Ace Serves

Tiana Barnes 6 3 2 Jennifer Callahan 2 3

L 0 - 2 L Alyssa Novak 1

vs. Silver Lake Megan Fishler 6 1 McKenna Schuck 1 1 Shelby Smith 8 Tiana Barnes 2 5 3 1 L 0 - 2 L Katie Bell 7 6 vs. Heart. Lutheran Jennifer Callahan 4 7 Alyssa Novak 2 McKenna Schuck 2 1

L 0 - 3 L Tiana Barnes 1 4 3 2

vs. Red Cloud Katie Bell 1 4 1 leyball team.” “I think we improved a lot since last year. Even though we didn’t Juniors Alyssa Novak and Katie Bell go up for the double block against Red Cloud’s Saman- reach our goal of 5 wins, I know that tha Jackson in their sub-district match at Adams Central on Nov. 4, as Tiana Barnes and Alexis we always gave it our all in every Schuck cover in defense. This was the Lady Cardinals’ final match of the season, losing in 3 sets, game. The only thing left is to con- 10-25, 9-25 and 14-25. tinue to work hard and get better for next season. We will miss the seniors, Another Volleyball Season Flies By they did a lot for us, but now we must By Katie Bell them, and thank them for giving me a focus on getting better for next year,” On November 4th the Harvard lady good season going out.” senior Shelby stated junior Megan Fishler. cardinals played their final game at Smith said. The team attempted to show passion Adam central for sub districts. Har- Assistant Coach Jodi Bahr said, “We for the game while playing. During the vard’s class was D16, and they played showed great growth in our volleyball season, a spectator from another school against Red cloud. Red cloud took all IQ. We actually looked like a team. I sent a coach an email saying that they three sets 25-10, 25-9, and 25-14, leaving know that we will continue to learn and enjoyed watching the Harvard girls Harvard with a 2-27 record on the year. grow as teammates; we will learn how play because they actually had fun The Lady Cardinals lost 4 seniors at to play with one another. I am proud to when they were out on the floor, and the conclusion of the 2013 season. say that I am coaching the Harvard Vol- were always fun to watch. “This season went too fast. It may not have been the season that we wanted, but we grew as a team and indi- viduals. We always put in the effort and came up short a couple of times. For my senior year I couldn’t have asked for a better team to play with,” stated senior Tiana Barnes. Senior Dacey Hampton said, “The season didn’t turn out how we wanted, but it was still a big improvement from past years. I wish the best to the underclassmen! I am really going to miss playing with these girls. Continue to work hard and keep trying girls. In time your hard work will pay off!” “We had a great season even though our numbers don’t really show it. Some FBLA members Dacey Hampton, Joshua McDowell, and Paden Derr received 16th out of 276 things just didn’t go as planned. It’s sad teams in the Nebraska Finance Challenge. On November 15 they each took the same computer- that I won’t be playing with the girls ized exam. The results were tabulated through the Nebraska Council on Economic Education and next year. I am hoping for the best for were averaged for the final score. Pg. 10 The Chirp December 2013 all the hard work they put in this year and the last four years,” said Boshart. “We showed improvement, large strides in not giving up,” said Ives. “We fought it out until the end no matter the score. We scared a lot of top 10 teams.” “Football is half mental,” said Ives. “The quicker we can get it out of our heads that we can’t be a team because of their record the better.” “I thought the season was successful in a few differtent ways,” said Trimble. “As defensive coordinator, I thought we adjusted well to the new defense we were running. People bought into it and executed well.” Several Cardinals received injuries this season and were out for at least one game. Ledesma dislocated his shoulder during the Heartland game and was Junior defensive end Allen Brand sets the edge while looking to make a tackle during the Car- out for the rest of the season. Ives and dinals’ final home game of the season against the Franklin Flyers on Oct. 18. The Cardinals won McDowell both received a concussion. 15-12. Daniel Hernandez injured his lower Cardinals End Season With 3-5 Record leg. Guerrero had a shin contusion. Rieckman pinched a nerve in his shoul- By Paden Derr been here that we have had any- der. Derr was out the entire season due On Friday, October 25, the Harvard body make the District First Team,” to a back injury. Cardinals 2013 football season ended said Boshart. “It is a really big deal “Overall, it was a fun season. It at Shickley with a loss to Bruning-Dav- to make this team when you have as was a good season,” said Trimble. enport/Shickley. The final score of the tough of a district as ours.” “The injuries once again hurt us and game was 44-19. The Cardinals, who’ve played their limited us.” The Cardinals ended the season last game, and will be sideline cheer- “I was disappointed with this year with a record of 3-5. Harvard narrowly ers next year are seniors Ben Rieck- because I was out most of the season,” missed the playoffs, missing a spot by man, Chirstian Martel, Colton Ives, said Ledesma. “I think the season went less half of a point. Joshua McDowell, Salvador Ledesma, pretty decent overall. We grew up to- “I was proud of the way our guys Tristan Lucas, Raphael Guerrero, and wards the end. Our effort was there, competed this year,” said head coach Paden Derr. though sometimes we would over- Sam Boshart. “We turned the corner in “I am really proud of our seniors for think and that killed us.” our program and laid the foundation for our future kids to have success.” “The Loup City game came back to haunt us,” said assistant coach Scott Trimble. “If we would have won a few of the winnable games, we would have put ourselves in the playoffs. Then, we would’ve started reaching some of our higher goals.” The Harvard Cardinals had three players make the Class D-1 District 5 Football First team and three make the Second Team. Those who made the first team are Derrick Ives at defensive line, Rafael Guerrero at defensive back, and Christian Martell as a spe- cialist kick and punt returner. Those who were on the second team are Al- len Brand as defensive line, Colton Dale Wittrock, past commander of the Nebraska VFW, was the main speaker at Harvard Public Ives as defensive back, and Ben Rieck- School for the Veterans Day Program held on November 11 in the school gymnasium. Wittrock man as defensive back. stressed the importance of recognizing all past and present service men and women for their “This is the first time since I’ve contributions to America. The Chirp December 2013 Pg. 11 The Chirp Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PO Box 100 PAID Harvard, NE 68944 Harvard, Nebraska Permit #5

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High School Choir Attends TVC Clinic By Amanda Godding the solo I was pleasantly surprised and On November 12, the 9-12 Harvard happy I could represent our school. Harmony choir Went to Kenesaw High School to participate in TVC choir, a vocal clinic. Music director Mr. Blake Thompson’s expectations of the group were to perform well and learn great singing techniques. All 9 schools Class C-D, in the conference participated in this event. These groups were Franklin, Deshler, Blue Hill, Kenesaw, Silver Lake, Red Cloud, Lawrence Nelson, Shelton, and us. Junior Cassy Graf said, “I think TVC was fun, and we learned a lot despite it being a long day, it was cool to meet Junior Zach Faltys was selected as a Tenor II new people and see the different tech- for Nebraska Music Educators Association 440 voice All State Chorus held in Lincoln on Nov. niques they’ve been taught to sing bet- 23. Over two thousand students auditioned ter. It was a good experience.” across the state to be a part of the ensemble. The clinician David Sackschewsky, from Grand Island Northwest, sepa- Harvard Downtown rated all the participants into four main groups, Soprano, Alto, Tenners, and Christmas Lighting Bases. Afterwards he started working with the groups teaching four different Saturday, Nov. 30 songs, Like a trumpet resounding, Eli- 6-8:00 pm jah rock, seasons love, and El la da Mu- sica. At 7 that night the students per- Pinata formed a concert for the public. Also Cookie Decorating individual groups performed one song Hot Chocolate of their choice. Live Music “I’m proud of their performance. They were very strong and performed Food well. I also think the day was enjoy- Drawings able for the kids, they listened well and learned great choral techniques,” Something fun Thompson said. for EVERYONE! Junior Zach Faltys said, “ I loved it. I had a great time and saw a lot of people I don’t get to see very often. When I got Pg. 12 The Chirp December 2013