Grinnell FFA members participate in sub-district competition; brings home two gold ratings2/24/2024 Grinnell FFA Chapter Conduct of Meetings Team earned a gold rating and will be advancing to districts following sub-district competition on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus. Districts will be held on Saturday, March 2 in Des Moines. Pictured are, from left: Lauren Louden, Maggie Dayton, Alyssa Peterson, Owen Kaltsas, Jacob Thilges, Easton Edelen and Zane Iverson. The Grinnell FFA Chapter Greenhand Quiz Team earned a silver rating at sub-districts on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Pictured are, from left: Trenton Huls, eighth; Will Slagle, fifth; Kyrie Chapman, sixth; and Eddie Harseim, seventh. The Grinnell FFA Chapter Quiz Team participated in sub-district competition on Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus. Pictured are, from left: Peyton Davenport, twelfth; Tristan Graff, third; Carter Hansen, fourth; and Sophia Louden, seventh. Graff, Hansen and Louden earned gold ratings while Davenport earned a silver rating. Aden Wolfe, with the Grinnell FFA Chapter, earned a gold rating in the Creed Speaking category at sub-district competition on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus. Wolfe advances to compete in district competition on Saturday, March 2 in Des Moines. Isaac Hill with the Grinnell High School FFA Chapter participated in the Ag Radio competition at sub-districts on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus, bringing home a Bronze rating. Wyatt Eaton participated in the Extemporaneous Speaking category earned a Bronze rating at sub-district competition on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus. Abagail Hatcher with the Grinnell FFA Chapter participated in the Public Speaking competition, earning a Silver rating at sub-district competition on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus.
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Grinnell High School FFA students participate in National FFA Week, Feb. 17-24 activities. Pictured are, from left, front row: Ashley Wolfe, advisor; Maggie Dayton, Lauren Loudon, Sophia, Loudon, Wyatt Eaton, Andrew Peterson, Carter Hanson, Tristan Graff. Second row: Abagail Hatcher, Peyton Davenport, Alyssa Peterson, Breyen Innis, Will Slagle, Kolton Kline, Dasha LaRue, Matt Turley. Third row: Trenten Huls, Dominic Peart, Mikeal Miller, Jacob Thilges, Jamison Hidlebaugh, Dylan Heater, Isaac Hill. Fourth row: Eddie Harseim, Aden Wolfe, Easton, Edelen, Tyson Garber, Brenton Hefflefinger, Maddie Eddins, Abby Spriggs, Mason Schwarck. Back row: Caleb Criswell, Rio Romo, Zane Iverson, Bryson Horras, Owen Kaltsas, Jace Koester and William Schalmo.
The Grinnell-Newburg Community School District Board of Education announced recently that a search for the district’s next superintendent would continue. A round of finalist interviews was conducted Wednesday, Jan. 31. Included were two mixed interview teams and the board, as well as a tour of the community. For personal reasons, finalists declined accepting the position. “While we were impressed with the qualifications and experiences of our preferred candidates, they ultimately did not feel they were the right fit for our district at this time,” noted Chris Starrett, G-N Board President. “Although this is disappointing, the key to successfully moving forward as a district is to find the right fit as superintendent, for us as a district, our communities, and the successful candidate. We are dedicated to finding the right leader who will build on our district's strengths and guide us toward our vision for the future.” Due to confidentiality requirements for candidates, the board will convene in a closed session following the regular board meeting Wednesday, February 7, to discuss next steps. “We appreciate our community’s patience and understanding as we continue to navigate this extremely important process,” Starrett said. “We fully understand and embrace the need for openness and transparency. The board will share additional information on next steps as soon as possible.” The BGM Bears wrestling program has three wrestlers competing at the state wrestling tournament this week in Des Moines. Pictured are, from left: Hunter Hodina, a freshman who wrestles in the 106 weight class; Mason Maschmann, a senior who wrestles in the 157 pound weight class; and Cristian Martinez, a freshman who wrestles in the 113 pound class. All three wrestlers are competing at state for the first time. By J.O. Parker
The BGM High School Bears wrestling program has three wrestlers in Class 1A, two freshman and one senior, who are making their first trip this week to the Iowa High School Wrestling State Championship, Feb. 14 – 17, in Des Moines. Mason Maschmann, a senior, holds a 27-5 record in the 157 pound class. Maschmann started wrestling in the pee wee program and has participated in the sport every year outside of his junior year when he played basketball. When asked about making the trip to state, Maschmann said it is exciting. “All the work I’ve put into this sport is finally paying off,” he said. “I’m going there to have some fun.” In addition to wrestling, Maschmann played football and will participate in golf and baseball this spring and summer at BGM. Hunter Hodina, a freshman at BGM who wrestles in the 106 pound weight class, is making his first trip to state. He holds a 35-9 recording in the regular season. “I’m excited to be able to go to state,” he said. When asked, Hodina said he enjoys the aggression and competitiveness of the sport. In addition to wrestling, Hodina plays football, baseball, participates in track and shooting sports. Cristian Martinez, a freshman at BGM who started wrestling in eighth grade a year ago, holds a 17-22 record. He wrestles in the 113 pound weight class. He got interested in the sport of wrestling while playing football at BGM and hearing about pro athletes talking about how wrestling has helped them be better players. “I’m looking forward to giving my best,” he said of wrestling at state. In addition to wrestling, Martinez enjoys playing soccer. BGM Wrestling Coach Wyatt Bauman said making it to state is a big deal for these students athletes. “It’s a goal that many try to achieve, but few attain,” said Bauman. “I’m very proud of our three qualifiers. They’ve been in the wrestling room all season working to improve on and off the mat. I wish them the best of luck and I’m excited to see what we can accomplish in Des Moines.” IHSAA State Championships Results for BGM – Wednesday, Feb. 14 1A-106 Hunter Hodina (35-10) place is unknown and scored 4.0 team points.
Cristian Martinez (17-23) place is unknown and scored 0.0 team points.
Mason Maschmann (27-6) place is unknown and scored 0.0 team points.
Grinnell's Maxwell Mintle, a senior, right, and Logan McDonald, a junior, left, both return to the state wrestling tournament in Des Moines this week. Mintle wrestles in the 157 pound class while McDonald wrestles in the 132 pound class. Furnished photo. By J.O. Parker
Two Grinnell High School Tiger wrestlers are competing in Class 2A this week at the Iowa High School Wrestling State Championship, Feb. 14 – 17, in Des Moines. Maxwell Mintle, a senior who is making his third trip to state wrestling, holds a 20-3 record in the 157 pound class. Logan McDonald, a junior in the 132 pound class, is returning to Des Moines for a second straight year. McDonald holds a 39-4 regular season record. When asked what he enjoys the most about wrestling, Mintle said the team aspect. “I enjoy getting to hang out with a bunch of good guys,” he said. Mintle, who has been wrestling since preschool and has yet to place at the state tournament in his last two trips, said that was his goal his senior year. In addition to wrestling, Mintle also played football and will participate in track this spring. McDonald, who has been wrestling since seventh grade, holds a 39-4 record heading into state. When asked, he said he enjoys the competitiveness of the sport and hanging out with his teammates on Saturdays. “I’m having fun,” he said. In addition to wrestling, McDonald plays football at Grinnell. IHSAA State Championships Results for Grinnell – Wednesday, Feb. 14 2A-132 Logan McDonald (40-5) place is unknown and scored 3.5 team points.
Maxwell Mintle (20-4) place is unknown and scored 0.0 team points.
Gary Schroeder, center, a now retired BGM teacher, coach and athletic director, turned historian/archivist/curator, shares with Margery Kleiss DeVilder, a 1962 BGM graduate, and others about the BGM Hall of Pride project he oversees during an alumni event at the school in 2023. Schroeder started the project in 2010. The Hall of Pride features 374 graduates of BGM, Brooklyn High School and schools in Malcom and Guernsey. Forty more posters of student achievements are being added in the near future. Schroeder’s goal is to feature 600 students. By J.O. Parker
What started more than a dozen years ago as a project to honor students’ achievements at BGM and former neighboring schools, continues to bring enjoyment and pride to graduates, teachers and the community to this day. The BGM Hall of Pride, which is located in the hallway near the elementary kitchen and gym, was founded in 2010 by former BGM teacher, coach and athletic director, turned historian/archivist/curator, Gary Schroeder. The Hall of Pride currently features 374 posters of graduates of BGM, Brooklyn High School and former schools in Malcom and Guernsey with another 40 slated to be added soon. The goal is to feature 600 graduates of these schools before completing the project. The oldest student featured in the Hall of Pride is actually four athletes and graduates of Malcom High School in 1906. They are Walter Vogel, Forest Carpenter, Carl Gilliand and Guy Early. “I discovered them on the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) website,” said Schroeder. “They participated in the first sanctioned state track meet that year. There were no qualifying requirements at that time, so one could enter as many events as they wanted to.” The most recent addition to the Hall of Pride is Chloe Etten, a 140-pound state qualifying wrestler in 2023. When asked how it all started, Schroeder said it was the combination of three things. First, Schroeder said, as athletic director at BGM, he was always interested in how area schools honored their students’ achievements. “At the time, BGM had nothing displaying individual, group or team efforts other than trophies/plaques,” noted Schroeder. Secondly, Schroeder said in order to earn the title of Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA), he was required to submit a project and have it approved by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA). “I chose to initiate a Hall of Pride,” he said. And lastly, while reading a 2010 IHSAA magazine, Schroeder saw a story recognizing North Cedar’s CSD unveiling of a Memorial Wall of Fame in honor of Ashley Himes, a student-athlete who died of cancer in 2009. “Financing for their wall displays came from her memorial fund,” said Schroeder. “I visited North Cedar to look at specifications. Their wall is displayed at North Cedar’s middle school in Clarence.” All student and team photos in the Hall of Pride are featured in 10x13 black frames. They are strategically placed by: male vs. female; black & white vs. color; team vs. individual; various activities and various decades. The Hall of Pride features students who were recognized on the state level. This includes all sports, all-state band, all-state chorus, drama, speech, dance, cheerleading, FFA and more. In addition, the Hall of Pride features a section that honors BGM graduates who have earned All-American status at a post graduate college or university. This includes: Kyle Gritsch, football; Jeff DeVilder, track; Gerardus “Geert” Boelen, cross country; and Hueston Holder, swimming. Also featured are two hall of fame inductees: Jill Hulsing, softball; and Corwin “Corky” Stuart, wrestling. Dick Pollitt, track and cross country, is slated to be added soon. Schroeder said he wanted to include all sports and activities in the Hall of Pride and not just one area. “Who is to say one activity has more clout than the others,” he said. “I hear from parents all the time how much they appreciate the hall not just recognizing athletics.” Five districts are represented in the Hall of Pride and are color coded. This includes: Brooklyn Bears – Red; Guernsey Hawks – Orange; Malcom Eagles – White; BGM Bears – Blue; and Shared – Green: Grinnell, Montezuma and HLV. When asked why the Hall of Pride and not the Hall of Fame, Schroeder said the word Fame, in his opinion, is self-serving and does not represent the majority of students’ accomplishments. “Fame is great for representing a state champion or runner-up,” he said. “Think about this – student(s) work hard for an event and qualify for the state track meet and ends up 24th out of 24 places. There is no admirable fame in that, but if they gave it their all, there is pride and honor as an end result. Let’s recognize his/her effort to get to state in the first place.” Schroeder estimates that he has spent about 500 hours on research and building the Hall of Pride, saying that is a very conservative number. “I will continue to research and update until I can’t,” said Schroeder. “Currently, I doubt there is anyone interested in furthering this project. All the documentation is 100 percent up to date, so that is not a problem.” When asked how he finds names of students to feature in the Hall of Pride, Schroeder said he has researched yearbooks, newspaper articles, micro-film, personal interviews, submitted photos, etc. “I spent a couple afternoons at the IGHSAU (The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union) office looking at their files,” he said. “The IGHSAU also put out their own yearbooks in the late 50’s and early 60’s,” he added. “The IHSAA now has nearly all their programs and supplemental bulletins on line also.” When asked what he enjoys the most about working on the Hall of Pride, Schroeder said he likens it to antique hunting and finding that surprise he never would have guessed would be found. “Like Guernsey having 11 All-State girl basketball players,” he said. “Also, just hearing the positive comments from people that have viewed themselves on the wall, some not even knowing their accomplishment(s). That is most gratifying and appreciative to me.” Schroeder was athletic director, health and PE instructor and volleyball coach and also taught K-12 art during his 21-year career at BGM. He retired in 2015 after 40-years in education. Contributions and project funding Hall of Pride project contributions have come from Cory Hall Photography (posters); Corky Stuart and Ray Holder (construction); and Curtis Creps (drill loan). Schroeder also noted that Josh Gerard, the Brooklyn Librarian, has loaned items to the Hall of Pride. Monetary supplements for the Hall of Pride have come from the BGM School District, BGM Bear Backers Booster Club, Poweshiek County Alliance, Brooklyn Ruritan Club and private donations. Schroeder said he is currently raising funds to keep the Hall of Pride updated. He needs about $2,250 to purchase frames and work toward completion of the project. “Donations are much appreciated,” he said. “Those can be sent to BGM schools in the name of Hall of Pride or to me personally. Donations cover the cost of frames, printing, and design consultation/documentation for the photo posters and my research time and efforts.” For more information, check out BGM Hall of Pride on Facebook. Dan Mauss of Grinnell, middle, who is battling brain cancer, visits with guests at a benefit auction held in honor of him and his family on Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Poweshiek County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building. The event, which drew about 1,000 friends, family, farmers and others, included silent and live auctions, a 50-50 raffle, a Gator raffle and food prepared by Pagliai’s. Dan's wife, Nicole, is pictured at right. By J.O. Parker
It was small town Iowa at its finest as an estimated 1,000 people squeezed into the Poweshiek County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building in Grinnell to show their love and support for the Dan Mauss family. The Dan Mauss Benefit held on Saturday, Jan. 27 was attended by a host of family, friends, area farmers and customers of Van Wall Equipment, where Dan is employed. Family and friends traveled from all across Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Missouri to attend. The money raised is to help the Mauss family in Dan’s brain cancer fight. The amount raised has not been released. “I’ve shed a lot of tears for what everyone has done,” said Dan. “I’m so happy that so many people have reached out to me and attended the benefit.” The benefit was under the direction of a committee of six area couples. They include Brian and Lori Van Roekel, Jim and Jane Jenkins, Ron and Sally Lang, Steve and Ronda Vojtech, Don and Jennifer Slagle and Brian and Norah Mauss. They were joined by a host of volunteers who did everything from setting up the venue, helping with the auction, serving food and handling a myriad of jobs. The event included a silent and live auction under the direction of auctioneers Stan McIIrath and Ryan Iverson. All the items in the auctions were donated by individuals and local and area businesses, too numerous to mention. Also included in the event was a 50-50 raffle and Gator raffle. An evening meal of goulash, salad, toast and various drinks prepared by Pagliai’s in Grinnell was served for a freewill donation. An estimated 900 people enjoyed the meal Deserts and ice cream were served and there also was a bar hosted by the Grinnell Eagles at the event. Dan learned of the cancer in November. “I was having headaches and forgetting names at work,” he said. On Thursday, Nov. 16, Dan and his wife, Nicole, went to see Dr. Patrick Cogley at MercyOne Newton Medical Center. “He asked me some questions and right away knew something wasn’t right,” said Dan. “I didn’t know why I was forgetting things. Dr. Cogley ordered a CT scan that day and told me I had a tumor in my brain.” Dan was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, a type of cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord. According to medical information on the cancer, it grows quickly and can invade and destroy healthy tissues. Surgery was performed on Wednesday, Nov. 22 at MercyOne Hospital in Des Moines where doctors removed the cancerous tumor. Dan said the surgery took 4.5 hours. “I was in the hospital on Wednesday and had the surgery and went home on Friday at noon,” said Dan. “The doctors couldn’t believe how well I was doing. The nurse came to my room on Friday morning (Nov. 24) and had me walk several flights of stairs and the hallway and was amazed at how good I was doing.” Since returning home, the scar from the surgery on Dan’s left side, which resembled a question mark, has completely healed. He is currently traveling, with the aid of a driver, to Des Moines Monday through Friday for chemotherapy and radiation. He also takes a chemotherapy pill seven days a week. Dan said doctors told him when he started the chemotherapy and radiation that he might experience sickness. “I’ve done really well,” he said. “I haven’t been sick from the treatments.” He will wrap up six-weeks of chemotherapy and radiation on Wednesday, Feb. 14 and will return for a follow up CT scan on March 16. “I feel that the cancer is gone,” he said. “My attitude is I’m going to beat this. I want to get back to normal, I want this stuff to go away. I’m going to beat it because all my family and friends are praying for me and supporting my family.” Kerri Carl, a co-worker at Van Wall Equipment who lost her father to a brain tumor 4.5 years ago, said of Dan that ‘he’s a legend.’ “I’ve seen first-hand Dan go above and beyond for his customers at Van Wall,” said Carl. “When it was time for the benefit, his customers came out in full force and gave back to him. He has one heck of a support squad behind him. If anyone deserves a miracle, it is definitely Dan Mauss. He’s a great person all around.” Kent Reed, a friend of the Mauss family, said Dan is a member of the Knights of Columbus and he and his family attend St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Grinnell with him. “I always do a Knights of Columbus fundraiser during the Grinnell Fourth of July Parade,” said Reed. “Dan helps us get a Gator to drive in the parade and Ahrens Park afterwards to sell ice cream. I’m impressed how tight and supportive the farming community is.” Matt Stemper of Caledonia, Minn., who works with Dan’s brother, Jeff, made the trip to Grinnell to support the Mauss family. “I wouldn’t have missed it,” said Stemper. “I think this is such an awesome event. To see this many people is unbelievable. It’s overwhelming to see the outreach of the community.” “I really appreciate all the support from the community and family and friends,” added Richelle Seitz of Newton. “Thanks again to the village of people it took to make this event so successful.” Jane Jenkins, a member of the Dan Mauss Benefit Committee along with her husband, Jim, said they were grateful that Dan and Nicole where able to take part in the benefit. “They were so grateful and a bit overwhelmed by all the family and friends who were able to come,” said Jane. “The silent auction gave everyone a chance to take home something that caught their eye. The food was great and the live auction was lively. It brought a lot of competitive bidding. Dan’s mom made several pies, which were bought then given back to resale again seven times. It was electrifying. Though the benefit is over, we can continue to support the Mauss family through our prayers.” “It was a tremendous event,” said Marcia Iverson. “It was way bigger than anyone could have imagined. Dan and Nicole are just wonderful people. Anybody that knows them or is related wanted to help. It was really great how generous everyone was.” Lori Van Roekel, a member of the Dan Mauss Benefit planning committee along with her husband, Brian, said they can’t even begin to name the number of people that helped behind the scenes. “I don’t think there was ever a time when we were told “no” to any request the committee made,” said Van Roekel. “The love and giving shown by the people of Poweshiek County and really from across the country was overwhelming. I would encourage everyone to find a place in their lives where they can reach out and help someone else. It truly is a blessing to give from the heart.” Mauss family background Dan, who was raised in New Albin and Nicole, who is from Lansing, met in high school. Following high school graduation in 1989, Dan went through the John Deere Ag Tech program at Northeast Iowa Community College in Calmar. He moved to Grinnell in Nov. 1992 and was the first employee hired when Ron and Curt Lang purchased and named the John Deere dealership in Grinnell, Lang Brothers Equipment. He and Nicole were married on Aug. 8, 1998. They have three children, Spencer, 24, Megan, 21 and Rylee, 15. Donations Donations are still being accepted. Please send your check written to Dan Mauss Benefit, c/o First State Bank, P.O. Box 447, Grinnell, IA 50112. GHS Coral Reading earned a Division I rating at state. Pictured are, from left, front row: Smith Skouson, Peyton Stevenson, Cameron Corey, Eli Boyd, Joel Dressler, Maggie Kaup, Kiran Elfenbein. Back row: Anna Schubert, Judith Perez-Valentin, Catherine Schubert, Mary Jacobson, Chloe Alger and Ketsia Kiphanzu. Grinnell High School brought 13 varsity groups and six 9th grade groups to the State Large Group Speech Contest held at Pleasant Valley High School in Davenport on Saturday, Feb. 3. This was one of four contests held across the state as part of the Iowa High School Speech Association contest series. Overall, 12 groups received Division I ratings and seven received Division II ratings. The 9th grade team qualified two Group Improv teams for State. Of those performing, the team of Penelope Fennell, Slane McCue, and Lucy Skouson received a Division II rating; Mallorie Arlint and Frances Pedersen received a Division I. Due to illness, the Musical Theatre “A Year with Frog and Toad” had to drop, but the Group Mime was able to perform with an emergency substitution. “Cirque du Slay” featured Mallorie Arlint, Penelope Fennell, River Haenfler, Lucy Lindberg, and Lucy Skouson, with Frances Pedersen subbing in by learning her role the night before. The 9th grade team also qualified three Short Films as part of the new stop-motion animation course taught at GHS by Alicia Carradus. “The Air Raid” by Gabe Bahrenfuse, “Something Sketchy” by Liam Han, and “The Broken Sword” by Dash Norris all received overall Division II ratings. In the digital category of Radio Broadcasting, Billy Lopatto and Myles Manley received a Division I rating for their entry “KGFR.” The varsity team also presented the Short Film “Caedes,” featuring Kaia Chang Roper, Moby Ostby, and Ava Valencic, which received a Division II rating. Three Group Improvisation teams also performed at State. Two teams consisting of Cameron Corey, and Ketsia Kiphanzu; Will Dahlby Albright, Roman Mackenzie, and Jeslyn Voogd both received Division II ratings. Owen Shepardson and Nathan Vander Leest received an overall Division I. In the category of Ensemble Acting “Angels in America," featuring Natalie Nieuwsma and Cameron Thompson, earned a Division I rating. GHS also performed a Readers Theatre titled “Ray and Milo”, directed by Flinspach, which earned a Division I rating. It features Tobias Crandall, Roman Mackenzie, Reece Madren, Charlie Nicklas, Moby Ostby, Anna Schubert, Peyton Stensrud, and Jeslyn Voogd. The Choral Reading written and directed by Hosbond, titled “Look”, received a Division I as well. It features Chloe Alger, Eli Boyd, Cameron Corey, Joel Dressler, Kiran Elfenbein, Mary Jacobson, Maggie Kaup, Ketsia Kiphanzu, Judith Perez-Valentin, Anna Schubert, Catherine Schubert, Smith Skouson, and Peyton Stevenson. Both Musical Theatre groups received Division I ratings. The team of “Sunday in the Park with George” features Joel Dressler and Maggie Kaup. “Urinetown” features Will Dahlby Albright, Ian Durr, Elisabeth Kelley-Chown, Billy Lopatto, Brody Petig, Catherine Schubert, Thea Sherman, and Peyton Stensrud. Both teams were directed by Hosbond with musical direction by GHS Choir teacher Michael Gookin. The One-Act Play “Reflex Action”, which was directed by Flinspach, received a Division I as well. The cast and crew includes Forrest Behrens, Diane Boyd, Eli Boyd, Tobias Crandall, Elisabeth Kelley-Chown, Mackenzie Kohl, Reece Madren, Myles Manley, Ellie Mintle, Charlie Nicklas, Natalie Nieuwsma, Owen Shepardson, Cameron Thompson, and Lucy Turley. And finally, in the area of mime, the team qualified one Group Mime performance and one Solo Mime; both received Division I ratings. “The Spider-Woman” features Chloe Alger, Sarah Ashing, Forrest Behrens, Kiran Elfenbein, Cora Miller, and Peyton Stevenson. Alger, Elfenbein, and Miller are returning from last year’s Critic’s Choice Award mime “The Heist.” In the area of Solo Mime, Cora Miller presented “The Bunny,” a story inspired by her own pet. All pieces were written and directed by Hosbond with the ensemble. Due to a postponement at the state contest in Ankeny, the All-State nominations were not available on the Monday after state. That announcement will be forthcoming. Students will perform locally on Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Large Group Speech Showcase event beginning at 7 p.m. in the GHS Auditorium and choir room. The showcase will feature all entries registered this season. An admission donation of $5 per person is suggested, but any contribution is welcomed. The 9th grade team also qualified three Short Films as part of the new stop-motion animation course taught at GHS by Alicia Carradus. “The Air Raid” by Gabe Bahrenfuse, left, “Something Sketchy” by Liam Han, middle, and “The Broken Sword” by Dash Norris, right, all received overall Division II ratings. The GHS Group Mime production of "Cirque Du Slay" featured, from left: River Haenfler, Frances Pedersen, Mallorie Arlint, Lucy Skouson, Lucy Lindberg and Penelope Fennell. The Readers Theatre production of "Ray & Milo" received a Division 1 rating at state. Picture are, from left: Moby Ostby, Peyton Stensrud, Charlie Nicklas, Tobias Crandall, Reece Madren, Roman Mackenzie, Jeslyn Voogd and Anna Schubert. The Group Mime performance of "The Spider - Woman," featured, from left: Peyton Stevenson, Sarah Ashing, Cora Miller, Kiran Elfenbein, Forrest Behrens and Chloe Alger. The performance earned a Division I rating. In the area of Solo Mime, Cora Miller presented “The Bunny,” a story inspired by her own pet. All pieces were written and directed by Hosbond with the ensemble. The performance earned a Division 1 rating. Both Musical Theatre groups received Division I ratings. The team of “Sunday in the Park with George” featured Joel Dressler and Maggie Kaup. The Musical Theatre performance of “Urinetown” featured, from left: Will Dahlby Albright, Billy Lopatto, Peyton Stensrud, Thea Sherman, Brody Petig, Elisabeth Kelley-Chown, Catherine Schubert and Ian Durr.
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