6th Grade Wall Mural
By Madison Marchese and Natalie Winger
The rainforest painting started out as blue and green paper glued on the wall, but now it is a beautiful painting in the 6th grade hallway.
Years ago teachers and students used to hot glue blue and green paper on the walls of the 6th grade hallway for the rainforest background. Then the students made 3-D animals and put them in the correct layer of the rainforest. The students put index cards next to the animals to tell the information they learned from researching. They cut out butterflies to hang from the ceiling, ants to scatter throughout the layers, and trees set up around the hallway to make it look like a rainforest. The students did this project for a cross-curricular activity in science and English.
After a few years of gluing paper, teachers decided to have the art class paint the rainforest on the walls to save paper. The rainforest was painted by Mike Kabele’s 7th and 8th grade art class in 2001. The whole rainforest was painted by hand during the second semester.
At that end of the school year, the painting was finished. Now the rainforest painting remains a symbol of Lancaster Middle School.
By Madison Marchese and Natalie Winger
The rainforest painting started out as blue and green paper glued on the wall, but now it is a beautiful painting in the 6th grade hallway.
Years ago teachers and students used to hot glue blue and green paper on the walls of the 6th grade hallway for the rainforest background. Then the students made 3-D animals and put them in the correct layer of the rainforest. The students put index cards next to the animals to tell the information they learned from researching. They cut out butterflies to hang from the ceiling, ants to scatter throughout the layers, and trees set up around the hallway to make it look like a rainforest. The students did this project for a cross-curricular activity in science and English.
After a few years of gluing paper, teachers decided to have the art class paint the rainforest on the walls to save paper. The rainforest was painted by Mike Kabele’s 7th and 8th grade art class in 2001. The whole rainforest was painted by hand during the second semester.
At that end of the school year, the painting was finished. Now the rainforest painting remains a symbol of Lancaster Middle School.
1961 Cornerstone
By Lydia Murphy and Devin Wagner
While the Cold War was happening, a new school was being built in Lancaster, Wisconsin. To remember when the school was built, the builders put in a cornerstone. A cornerstone is a unique stone that represents when the school was built. It is important because it was originally the first block placed, and all of the other stones were placed according to this stone.
Originally, before the middle school was built, the high school was located where the elementary school is now. The high school students then moved to the new school built in 1961. During this time the superintendent of the Lancaster Community Schools was Harold G. Gall. The architect of the new school was Lawrence Monberg and Associates Inc. The high school students now attend the new addition built in 1992. This new addition was added on to the former high school which is currently the middle school.
The grey cornerstone has 1961 engraved into it. It stands out because it is surrounded by other white blocks. Many students pass this block and don’t know what it represents. It represents the start of our education at Lancaster Middle School.
By Lydia Murphy and Devin Wagner
While the Cold War was happening, a new school was being built in Lancaster, Wisconsin. To remember when the school was built, the builders put in a cornerstone. A cornerstone is a unique stone that represents when the school was built. It is important because it was originally the first block placed, and all of the other stones were placed according to this stone.
Originally, before the middle school was built, the high school was located where the elementary school is now. The high school students then moved to the new school built in 1961. During this time the superintendent of the Lancaster Community Schools was Harold G. Gall. The architect of the new school was Lawrence Monberg and Associates Inc. The high school students now attend the new addition built in 1992. This new addition was added on to the former high school which is currently the middle school.
The grey cornerstone has 1961 engraved into it. It stands out because it is surrounded by other white blocks. Many students pass this block and don’t know what it represents. It represents the start of our education at Lancaster Middle School.
1963 Newspapers
By Alexandria Stone
Very few people know about the 1963 newspapers in Lancaster Middle School. They were found at Winskill Elementary School in the storage of the library. The librarian who saved the newspapers was Wanda Lambert. According to Ms. Uppena, the librarian, Wanda Lambert saved everything and threw nothing away. When a student, Everett LaBudda, asked for anything about John F. Kennedy, Ms. Uppena supplied him with the papers. In the collection of newspapers, there are several Wisconsin State Journals and Milwaukee Journals. There are still many more old newspapers still at Winskill. In the newspaper issue, Saturday, November 23, 1963, the main article is “Johnson Now President: Sniper Murders Kennedy as He Rides through Dallas.” This paper was issued the day after Kennedy’s assassination. The ads are also very different from today. One reads, “These Smart Chapeaus of Wool.” These appear to be hats made of wool that look nothing like today’s hats. Its newspapers are interesting to browse through these newspapers. Stop by the library sometime to read them.
By Alexandria Stone
Very few people know about the 1963 newspapers in Lancaster Middle School. They were found at Winskill Elementary School in the storage of the library. The librarian who saved the newspapers was Wanda Lambert. According to Ms. Uppena, the librarian, Wanda Lambert saved everything and threw nothing away. When a student, Everett LaBudda, asked for anything about John F. Kennedy, Ms. Uppena supplied him with the papers. In the collection of newspapers, there are several Wisconsin State Journals and Milwaukee Journals. There are still many more old newspapers still at Winskill. In the newspaper issue, Saturday, November 23, 1963, the main article is “Johnson Now President: Sniper Murders Kennedy as He Rides through Dallas.” This paper was issued the day after Kennedy’s assassination. The ads are also very different from today. One reads, “These Smart Chapeaus of Wool.” These appear to be hats made of wool that look nothing like today’s hats. Its newspapers are interesting to browse through these newspapers. Stop by the library sometime to read them.
Band Uniforms
By Amber White
Lancaster Middle School has inspirational students, wearing classic blue, yellow, and white uniforms. The school district recently purchased the new uniforms, so band students could be marching in style.
In the decision of the uniforms, there were several designs to choose from a catalogue, varying from different ways of fitting to comfort level. Mrs. Miller, the band director, chose the classic style because the outfits have the least white compared to the old ones. In the last couple years as the school district has gotten new uniforms, blue bandanas have also been added to the uniform. Not everyone in the band wears head bandanas, only percussionists and the row leaders. Percussionists wear them because they march and play the whole time, which causes them to perspire. The leaders get them because they show the leadership of each section.
Students have some pros and cons. A huge con about the uniforms is the cotton and polyester material. On warm days the polyester makes it hard for air to circulate through the uniform, leaving the band students sweaty. One positive to the uniforms is the bibs. They are adjustable; nobody has to worry about any skin on their stomach showing because the bibs cover the midsection. Another favorable thing is the black shoes. There are no worries about the shoes because everyone can find black ones.
Marching band lasts a couple of short months and then it’s over. Poof! The uniforms get put away for the winter with the promise of bringing the blue and yellow pride back in May. The happiness of the uniforms just never fades away.
By Amber White
Lancaster Middle School has inspirational students, wearing classic blue, yellow, and white uniforms. The school district recently purchased the new uniforms, so band students could be marching in style.
In the decision of the uniforms, there were several designs to choose from a catalogue, varying from different ways of fitting to comfort level. Mrs. Miller, the band director, chose the classic style because the outfits have the least white compared to the old ones. In the last couple years as the school district has gotten new uniforms, blue bandanas have also been added to the uniform. Not everyone in the band wears head bandanas, only percussionists and the row leaders. Percussionists wear them because they march and play the whole time, which causes them to perspire. The leaders get them because they show the leadership of each section.
Students have some pros and cons. A huge con about the uniforms is the cotton and polyester material. On warm days the polyester makes it hard for air to circulate through the uniform, leaving the band students sweaty. One positive to the uniforms is the bibs. They are adjustable; nobody has to worry about any skin on their stomach showing because the bibs cover the midsection. Another favorable thing is the black shoes. There are no worries about the shoes because everyone can find black ones.
Marching band lasts a couple of short months and then it’s over. Poof! The uniforms get put away for the winter with the promise of bringing the blue and yellow pride back in May. The happiness of the uniforms just never fades away.
The Hillery Auditorium
By Benjamin Withey and Everett LaBudda
In 1992 Lancaster High School was built. In the original blueprint for the school, there were no plans for an auditorium. A Lancaster physician named Glenn Charles Hillery and his wife, Maxine, donated $300,000 for the school to have an auditorium and “saved the day.” An auditorium was then added to the blueprints for the school.
Dr. Glenn Hillery distinguished himself as a physician who cared and wanted to have a good impact on people in Grant County. Some memorable words from Dr. Hillery were “The reason I went into medicine was so I could do some good for people. Hopefully I did that during my 45 years as a physician.” Dr. Hillery achieved this goal. He trained new physicians, was awarded Physician Citizen of the Year, and donated money for the auditorium.
Since 1992 the Hillery Auditorium has undergone many changes. The sound system has been updated. Lights have been added to the side of the walkways. The carpet has also been replaced.
Audiences have enjoyed many memorable performances. The first high school play ever performed was The Miracle Worker. The famous Dallas Brass, a brass quintet, played patriotic, classical, and romantic music on the stage. There have been performances ranging from dance recitals, choir and band concerts, middle school and high school plays, and many more.
No doubt that without the Hillery Auditorium, the community wouldn’t have many of the things that impact it on a daily basis. Every time the auditorium is filled, a silent “thank you” should be given to the Hillerys.
By Benjamin Withey and Everett LaBudda
In 1992 Lancaster High School was built. In the original blueprint for the school, there were no plans for an auditorium. A Lancaster physician named Glenn Charles Hillery and his wife, Maxine, donated $300,000 for the school to have an auditorium and “saved the day.” An auditorium was then added to the blueprints for the school.
Dr. Glenn Hillery distinguished himself as a physician who cared and wanted to have a good impact on people in Grant County. Some memorable words from Dr. Hillery were “The reason I went into medicine was so I could do some good for people. Hopefully I did that during my 45 years as a physician.” Dr. Hillery achieved this goal. He trained new physicians, was awarded Physician Citizen of the Year, and donated money for the auditorium.
Since 1992 the Hillery Auditorium has undergone many changes. The sound system has been updated. Lights have been added to the side of the walkways. The carpet has also been replaced.
Audiences have enjoyed many memorable performances. The first high school play ever performed was The Miracle Worker. The famous Dallas Brass, a brass quintet, played patriotic, classical, and romantic music on the stage. There have been performances ranging from dance recitals, choir and band concerts, middle school and high school plays, and many more.
No doubt that without the Hillery Auditorium, the community wouldn’t have many of the things that impact it on a daily basis. Every time the auditorium is filled, a silent “thank you” should be given to the Hillerys.
C.A.S.H
By: Crystalyn Mish
The person that started the C.A.S.H program was Ted Ragatz, the guidance counsellor in 1986. C.A.S.H was only supposed to be only for the 7th and 8th graders. That same year Jeff Pross started the C.A.S.H (Chemical Abuse Stops Here) for the 5th and 6th graders. The students that year also came up with the acronym so shirts could hand out at Christmas time. The sign has been in the LMS foyer since approximately 1992.the Activities have changed through the years. a few of the activities that were played back when C.A.S.H stared were Dodgeball, UW game night, roller skating, hockey, and Bowling. Some of the ones today are ice skating, skiing, basketball game, movies, dells, and dances. The only way you can be in C.A.S.H is to sign a pledge to be drug free. There a lot of parent chaperones to help watch us at are activates.
By: Crystalyn Mish
The person that started the C.A.S.H program was Ted Ragatz, the guidance counsellor in 1986. C.A.S.H was only supposed to be only for the 7th and 8th graders. That same year Jeff Pross started the C.A.S.H (Chemical Abuse Stops Here) for the 5th and 6th graders. The students that year also came up with the acronym so shirts could hand out at Christmas time. The sign has been in the LMS foyer since approximately 1992.the Activities have changed through the years. a few of the activities that were played back when C.A.S.H stared were Dodgeball, UW game night, roller skating, hockey, and Bowling. Some of the ones today are ice skating, skiing, basketball game, movies, dells, and dances. The only way you can be in C.A.S.H is to sign a pledge to be drug free. There a lot of parent chaperones to help watch us at are activates.
Crocodile Head
By Amberielle Schwab and Payton Lolwing
The math teacher, Mr. Fuchs, has a small crocodile head in the front of his classroom displayed on a filing cabinet. It is about a foot long and six inches tall and a seaweed-green color. It originally came from a small village on the coast of Louisiana. He was given the head from his son, Josh, who went on a mission trip after a hurricane about nine years ago. A kind lady who makes these gave it to Josh after the group cleaned up after the hurricane. The crocodile was no longer wanted by his son, so Mr. Fuchs took it in because he thought the students would like it. It reminds him of his son’s mission trip.
By Amberielle Schwab and Payton Lolwing
The math teacher, Mr. Fuchs, has a small crocodile head in the front of his classroom displayed on a filing cabinet. It is about a foot long and six inches tall and a seaweed-green color. It originally came from a small village on the coast of Louisiana. He was given the head from his son, Josh, who went on a mission trip after a hurricane about nine years ago. A kind lady who makes these gave it to Josh after the group cleaned up after the hurricane. The crocodile was no longer wanted by his son, so Mr. Fuchs took it in because he thought the students would like it. It reminds him of his son’s mission trip.
United States Navy Flag
By Dawsen Bresee
“It was flown with great honor and pride on Kandahar Air Base (KAF), Afghanistan in remembrance of all who have lost their lives.” This flag, flown on September 11, 2010, as a part of the Operation Enduring Freedom, was given by Chaplain Mark Dieter to the Lancaster Middle School.
Rev. Mark Dieter was at the base when the flag was flown. He was serving as the Battalion 18 Chaplain for Naval Mobile construction unit made up with about 600 people. The flag was flown at our Battalion Headquarters as the majority of our Battalion members were stationed all over Afghanistan. We were mobilized as part of the troop surge of 2010 so it was a busy time at KAF with thousands of troops coming and going all the time. KAF has mountains around it, so we would be hit by Taliban rockets usually several times a day and through the night. Once the warning sirens would go off you would have just a few seconds to lie on the ground and hope you didn’t get hit.
Chaplain Mark Dieter donated the flag as part of a Veterans Day program at the school as a part of Operation Enduring Freedom. He had received many letters and packages from people back in Lancaster, so he wanted to bring something back and share it with the school. Operation Enduring Freedom is the US military name for the war in Afghanistan. The war started shortly after the loss of the Twin Towers on 9-11 in New York City. It was determined that the Taliban in Afghanistan had helped train those who caused 9-11. It was also determined that Osama bin Laden was hiding somewhere in Afghanistan. Therefore, the US government and other countries decided to go to war in 2001 and removed the Taliban from power in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan is a very different place than the United States and unfortunately, has been in various wars for almost thirty years now. The people have suffered a great deal due to so much hardship and war. It is a very poor country with lots of mountains. Less than half of the adults in Afghanistan can read or write. Many children do not attend school or if they do receive a very poor quality education. Under the Taliban, girls were not even to go to school. However, many positives changes have happened in the last ten years and the number of schools for both boys and girls has grown. Chaplain Dieter wrote, “I’m glad that Dawsen noticed the flag.”
By Dawsen Bresee
“It was flown with great honor and pride on Kandahar Air Base (KAF), Afghanistan in remembrance of all who have lost their lives.” This flag, flown on September 11, 2010, as a part of the Operation Enduring Freedom, was given by Chaplain Mark Dieter to the Lancaster Middle School.
Rev. Mark Dieter was at the base when the flag was flown. He was serving as the Battalion 18 Chaplain for Naval Mobile construction unit made up with about 600 people. The flag was flown at our Battalion Headquarters as the majority of our Battalion members were stationed all over Afghanistan. We were mobilized as part of the troop surge of 2010 so it was a busy time at KAF with thousands of troops coming and going all the time. KAF has mountains around it, so we would be hit by Taliban rockets usually several times a day and through the night. Once the warning sirens would go off you would have just a few seconds to lie on the ground and hope you didn’t get hit.
Chaplain Mark Dieter donated the flag as part of a Veterans Day program at the school as a part of Operation Enduring Freedom. He had received many letters and packages from people back in Lancaster, so he wanted to bring something back and share it with the school. Operation Enduring Freedom is the US military name for the war in Afghanistan. The war started shortly after the loss of the Twin Towers on 9-11 in New York City. It was determined that the Taliban in Afghanistan had helped train those who caused 9-11. It was also determined that Osama bin Laden was hiding somewhere in Afghanistan. Therefore, the US government and other countries decided to go to war in 2001 and removed the Taliban from power in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan is a very different place than the United States and unfortunately, has been in various wars for almost thirty years now. The people have suffered a great deal due to so much hardship and war. It is a very poor country with lots of mountains. Less than half of the adults in Afghanistan can read or write. Many children do not attend school or if they do receive a very poor quality education. Under the Taliban, girls were not even to go to school. However, many positives changes have happened in the last ten years and the number of schools for both boys and girls has grown. Chaplain Dieter wrote, “I’m glad that Dawsen noticed the flag.”
Handprints
By Lauren Stelpflug and Madison Straka
When students walk into the lunchroom each day, there’s one thing they always see. The bold, bright, primary colors make them hard to miss.
The handprints on the wall of the Lancaster Middle School cafeteria are one of the many objects that represent this school. The class of 2002 put the handprints on the wall; their class was an artistic one. Members of the class also painted the mural of the fish with words “Our School Is Cool,” which is also located in the cafeteria. This class also painted the border along the top walls in the girls’ bathroom.
The entire class painted their handprints on the wall during 8th grade. They placed them up as an art project with the help of their art teacher, Mike Kabele. The class decided to position them on the wall as a type of time capsule. When the students came back, they could remember middle school. Stephanie Schmidt, a student from the class of 2002, also said, “It’s cool to come back and look at how our handprints have changed.”
The handprints on the wall are a type of symbol at the school. The size of the hands represents their life, and the handprints represent their memories. Although their life may change, they can always look back on their memories and memories yet to come.
By Lauren Stelpflug and Madison Straka
When students walk into the lunchroom each day, there’s one thing they always see. The bold, bright, primary colors make them hard to miss.
The handprints on the wall of the Lancaster Middle School cafeteria are one of the many objects that represent this school. The class of 2002 put the handprints on the wall; their class was an artistic one. Members of the class also painted the mural of the fish with words “Our School Is Cool,” which is also located in the cafeteria. This class also painted the border along the top walls in the girls’ bathroom.
The entire class painted their handprints on the wall during 8th grade. They placed them up as an art project with the help of their art teacher, Mike Kabele. The class decided to position them on the wall as a type of time capsule. When the students came back, they could remember middle school. Stephanie Schmidt, a student from the class of 2002, also said, “It’s cool to come back and look at how our handprints have changed.”
The handprints on the wall are a type of symbol at the school. The size of the hands represents their life, and the handprints represent their memories. Although their life may change, they can always look back on their memories and memories yet to come.
Hanging Drawer
By Dawson Wilson
Other schools have fancy sculptures, but at Lancaster Middle School there are antique items. For example, in the English teacher’s room, Mrs. VanDeHey’s, there’s a drawer with metal letters in it that is a unique item. These letters and drawer were used when typesetting was still around. In the past, typesetting was used to print newspapers. Years ago Mr. Jonas, a former English teacher, drove to the Grant County Herald Independent to get the drawers and the metal letters. The drawers were used in a play that Mr. Jonas was directing. The drawers were given to him in 1996 by the editor-in-chief of the local newspaper. The editor told him not to bring them back. The drawer is from a set of four. Mrs. VanDeHey has one of the drawers because Mr. Jonas kept the other three. He wanted to give one of the drawers to Mrs. VanDeHey because he did not want to throw it away. This drawer and its contents are one of the many interesting items in Lancaster Middle School.
By Dawson Wilson
Other schools have fancy sculptures, but at Lancaster Middle School there are antique items. For example, in the English teacher’s room, Mrs. VanDeHey’s, there’s a drawer with metal letters in it that is a unique item. These letters and drawer were used when typesetting was still around. In the past, typesetting was used to print newspapers. Years ago Mr. Jonas, a former English teacher, drove to the Grant County Herald Independent to get the drawers and the metal letters. The drawers were used in a play that Mr. Jonas was directing. The drawers were given to him in 1996 by the editor-in-chief of the local newspaper. The editor told him not to bring them back. The drawer is from a set of four. Mrs. VanDeHey has one of the drawers because Mr. Jonas kept the other three. He wanted to give one of the drawers to Mrs. VanDeHey because he did not want to throw it away. This drawer and its contents are one of the many interesting items in Lancaster Middle School.
Lockers
By Tristan Oyen
The Lancaster Middle School lockers are one of the most important things in the school. The lockers were installed in 1961 when the Lancaster Middle School was built. The lockers are blue and each one has a combination lock installed. Each student is assigned to a locker in alphabetical order by grade level. On the left side of the school as you enter, the lockers are for the 6th graders and the lockers on the right are for the 7th and 8th graders.
When they were installed, they were dark blue according to Mr. Koester who was a student at that time. Now 40 years after they were installed, they’re a little rusted and some of the blue has gone light.
Back when the school was first built there were more lockers, but now there are doors at the end of the halls to block off some lockers that aren’t ever used. Since the lockers are old, some of them aren’t really working that well with combinations, and sometimes they don’t open. Mr. Koester states that in a few years they will probably replace the lockers. But until then, the lockers will still be used and kicked by students trying to get them open.
By Tristan Oyen
The Lancaster Middle School lockers are one of the most important things in the school. The lockers were installed in 1961 when the Lancaster Middle School was built. The lockers are blue and each one has a combination lock installed. Each student is assigned to a locker in alphabetical order by grade level. On the left side of the school as you enter, the lockers are for the 6th graders and the lockers on the right are for the 7th and 8th graders.
When they were installed, they were dark blue according to Mr. Koester who was a student at that time. Now 40 years after they were installed, they’re a little rusted and some of the blue has gone light.
Back when the school was first built there were more lockers, but now there are doors at the end of the halls to block off some lockers that aren’t ever used. Since the lockers are old, some of them aren’t really working that well with combinations, and sometimes they don’t open. Mr. Koester states that in a few years they will probably replace the lockers. But until then, the lockers will still be used and kicked by students trying to get them open.
Marching Band Trophy
By Damian Kauffman and Jordan Wolf
The Lancaster Middle School marching band won the 1st place trophy in 2013 at the UW-Platteville hometown parade. The trophy was a black marble plaque with Pioneer Pete on it. The LMS band scored the highest score of all those who were competing at the parade. It consists of the 7th and 8th graders and a variety of instruments from woodwinds to percussion. The band marched to the song “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO. The band beat the nearest competitor by 17 points and even scored higher than all the high school teams competing in the event. It was very good performance, which was achieved by hard work through many months. Ashley Miller, band teacher, directed the band. This award was one of many won by the LMS marching band through the years.
By Damian Kauffman and Jordan Wolf
The Lancaster Middle School marching band won the 1st place trophy in 2013 at the UW-Platteville hometown parade. The trophy was a black marble plaque with Pioneer Pete on it. The LMS band scored the highest score of all those who were competing at the parade. It consists of the 7th and 8th graders and a variety of instruments from woodwinds to percussion. The band marched to the song “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO. The band beat the nearest competitor by 17 points and even scored higher than all the high school teams competing in the event. It was very good performance, which was achieved by hard work through many months. Ashley Miller, band teacher, directed the band. This award was one of many won by the LMS marching band through the years.
Patriotic Bear By Megan Hartline and Ally Brimmer
How many schools have a bear on a flagpole? A patriotic bear, to be exact. In Lancaster Middle School, a stuffed bear occupies a seat on the flagpole in Mr. Kevin Koester’s classroom, making his students wonder why it’s there. The bear symbolizes patriotism and has the words ‘‘I Love USA’’ written across it. That’s why it is conveniently placed where it is on the flagpole. Mr. Koester said, “I found it on my first day here at Lancaster Middle School. I thought it was just too cute not to keep, and that it was an interesting way to display the bear.” Surprisingly, the bear’s white color symbolizes the white stripes on the American flag, making the room even more patriotic. That, my folks, is the ’’ bear’’ necessities of the patriotic bear.
How many schools have a bear on a flagpole? A patriotic bear, to be exact. In Lancaster Middle School, a stuffed bear occupies a seat on the flagpole in Mr. Kevin Koester’s classroom, making his students wonder why it’s there. The bear symbolizes patriotism and has the words ‘‘I Love USA’’ written across it. That’s why it is conveniently placed where it is on the flagpole. Mr. Koester said, “I found it on my first day here at Lancaster Middle School. I thought it was just too cute not to keep, and that it was an interesting way to display the bear.” Surprisingly, the bear’s white color symbolizes the white stripes on the American flag, making the room even more patriotic. That, my folks, is the ’’ bear’’ necessities of the patriotic bear.
Model Pterodactyl
By Brandon Gutknecht
The bird skeleton in Mrs. Corell’s room was left by Mrs. Whiteman. Mrs.Correl is the 7th grade science teacher, and Mrs. Whiteman was the former teacher. It is a model of a pterodactyl skeleton. It is not used for teaching anymore. It’s still there hanging from the ceiling because Mrs. Corell is too short to get it down.
Pterodactyl means, “winged lizard.” This flying reptile had a wingspan of up to 40 feet. They lived 145 million years ago in present-day Germany, France, England, Tanzania, and Africa.
By Brandon Gutknecht
The bird skeleton in Mrs. Corell’s room was left by Mrs. Whiteman. Mrs.Correl is the 7th grade science teacher, and Mrs. Whiteman was the former teacher. It is a model of a pterodactyl skeleton. It is not used for teaching anymore. It’s still there hanging from the ceiling because Mrs. Corell is too short to get it down.
Pterodactyl means, “winged lizard.” This flying reptile had a wingspan of up to 40 feet. They lived 145 million years ago in present-day Germany, France, England, Tanzania, and Africa.
Mr. Bones
By Cole Kreul and Andy Hugill
Not every classroom has a mascot, but Mr. Reynold’s room does. Mr. Bones, a life-sized skeleton, has been passed down through many generations of health teachers. Mr. Reynolds, the health teacher at LMS, named the skeleton Mr. Bones for obvious reasons.
Mr. Bones is an important part of the health room. He is used to teach sixth graders the names of all the bones in the body. Mr. Reynolds uses him as a sidekick for the occasional wise-crack. One of Mr. Reynolds’ jokes is that he got angry at Mr. Bones and punched his jaw off. That is why Mr. Bones is missing his mandible. That’s Mr. Reynolds’ story, and he’s sticking to
it.
Mr. Bones is a unique skeleton. His bones are made out of plastic. Metal wires and clips hold all of the bones together. Some injuries that he has obtained are a missing jaw and a discombobulated hand. The injuries occurred before Mr. Reynolds taught, so the causes are unknown. He acquired his visor and hair from Mr. Reynolds.
All in all, Mr. Bones emits a robust attitude for all of those who learn in the health room.
By Cole Kreul and Andy Hugill
Not every classroom has a mascot, but Mr. Reynold’s room does. Mr. Bones, a life-sized skeleton, has been passed down through many generations of health teachers. Mr. Reynolds, the health teacher at LMS, named the skeleton Mr. Bones for obvious reasons.
Mr. Bones is an important part of the health room. He is used to teach sixth graders the names of all the bones in the body. Mr. Reynolds uses him as a sidekick for the occasional wise-crack. One of Mr. Reynolds’ jokes is that he got angry at Mr. Bones and punched his jaw off. That is why Mr. Bones is missing his mandible. That’s Mr. Reynolds’ story, and he’s sticking to
it.
Mr. Bones is a unique skeleton. His bones are made out of plastic. Metal wires and clips hold all of the bones together. Some injuries that he has obtained are a missing jaw and a discombobulated hand. The injuries occurred before Mr. Reynolds taught, so the causes are unknown. He acquired his visor and hair from Mr. Reynolds.
All in all, Mr. Bones emits a robust attitude for all of those who learn in the health room.
Music Stands
By Abby Whitford
The music stands outside of the Lancaster Middle School music rooms are relied on by a great many LMS students. These stands hold cards informing students on the day, which band and choirs are meeting that day. Not just band and choir members depend on these signs, many students need to know the day, so they can be prepared for their alternate-day classes such as gym and health.
These signs have been around since 2011 when Mrs. Miller first arrived at Lancaster Middle School. She got the idea from Mr. Muller who had been the music teacher before her. Mr. Muller only had signs that told what band would be meeting, so Mrs. Miller made all new ones. One tells what day it is, another what band is meeting, and she even made signs telling which choirs would be meeting. She decorated these signs using colored Sharpies and different designs.
Mrs. Miller made these signs because she knew many band students would check them and hopefully remember their lessons. She tries to switch these cards every night before she leaves, so students can check them in them the morning. Mrs. Miller would like to make new cards soon because she has been using the current ones since 2011.
The signs outside the music rooms are important to many LMS students. It may be small, but it makes a big difference for students.
By Abby Whitford
The music stands outside of the Lancaster Middle School music rooms are relied on by a great many LMS students. These stands hold cards informing students on the day, which band and choirs are meeting that day. Not just band and choir members depend on these signs, many students need to know the day, so they can be prepared for their alternate-day classes such as gym and health.
These signs have been around since 2011 when Mrs. Miller first arrived at Lancaster Middle School. She got the idea from Mr. Muller who had been the music teacher before her. Mr. Muller only had signs that told what band would be meeting, so Mrs. Miller made all new ones. One tells what day it is, another what band is meeting, and she even made signs telling which choirs would be meeting. She decorated these signs using colored Sharpies and different designs.
Mrs. Miller made these signs because she knew many band students would check them and hopefully remember their lessons. She tries to switch these cards every night before she leaves, so students can check them in them the morning. Mrs. Miller would like to make new cards soon because she has been using the current ones since 2011.
The signs outside the music rooms are important to many LMS students. It may be small, but it makes a big difference for students.
The Teacher
By Ben Penisten
The painting,“The Teacher,” was one of Norman Rockwell's best paintings.The painting was on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post on March 17,1956. Rockwell intended the painting to be a tribute to his 8th grade teacher. She encouraged him to draw. Mrs.VanDeHey, a teacher, received the print from a college roommate when she graduated from UW-Eau Claire in May 1979. It is now hanging in her classroom.
By Ben Penisten
The painting,“The Teacher,” was one of Norman Rockwell's best paintings.The painting was on the cover of the Saturday Evening Post on March 17,1956. Rockwell intended the painting to be a tribute to his 8th grade teacher. She encouraged him to draw. Mrs.VanDeHey, a teacher, received the print from a college roommate when she graduated from UW-Eau Claire in May 1979. It is now hanging in her classroom.
The Old Mailbox
By Lindsey Wolf and Hanna Cohen
In the fall of 1961, the teachers’ mailbox was first used in the brand new Lancaster High School, which is now the Lancaster Middle School. The mailbox is currently located in the hallway wall on the way to the teachers’ lounge.
This mailbox was filled every day for every teacher by the secretary. Mrs. Strobush, a former teacher at the high school, remembers that her mail slot was to the far right and the second from the bottom. She stated, “Every day during lunch we were required to go in and grab our mail while we went to lunch.” Mrs. Strobush will never forget the new name tags that were always made by hand every year because there were no computers yet and were always in alphabetical order. The mailbox has been around for 54 years and still looks good as new.
This mailbox currently is not in use because of the one that the former band director, Mr. Dick Johnson, made while he worked here. He made a new one for the teachers because the bigger papers that came in for the teachers would not fit in the old mail slots were too small for the bigger papers to fit in.
By Lindsey Wolf and Hanna Cohen
In the fall of 1961, the teachers’ mailbox was first used in the brand new Lancaster High School, which is now the Lancaster Middle School. The mailbox is currently located in the hallway wall on the way to the teachers’ lounge.
This mailbox was filled every day for every teacher by the secretary. Mrs. Strobush, a former teacher at the high school, remembers that her mail slot was to the far right and the second from the bottom. She stated, “Every day during lunch we were required to go in and grab our mail while we went to lunch.” Mrs. Strobush will never forget the new name tags that were always made by hand every year because there were no computers yet and were always in alphabetical order. The mailbox has been around for 54 years and still looks good as new.
This mailbox currently is not in use because of the one that the former band director, Mr. Dick Johnson, made while he worked here. He made a new one for the teachers because the bigger papers that came in for the teachers would not fit in the old mail slots were too small for the bigger papers to fit in.
Painting of George Washington
By Owen Mook
In Lancaster Middle School, there is a panting of the first president of the United States… President George Washington. Principal Uppena gave the print to Mr. Haas, the history teacher.i Mr. Uppena ordered the print from Mount Vernon where Washington once lived.
Rembrandt Peale painted this portrait of President Washington. Peale hoped this would be one of his most-known paintings of his career because he wanted it to impress Washington. Peale and his father painted Washington’s portrait from his life in Philadelphia in the fall of 1775. Peale wasn’t satisfied with the painting of the president, but yet he kept trying to create the perfect painting for Washington. Peale finally created the perfect portrait for President George Washington in 1823, which he called the “Porthole Portrait.” This portrait is one important object in Lancaster Middle School.
By Owen Mook
In Lancaster Middle School, there is a panting of the first president of the United States… President George Washington. Principal Uppena gave the print to Mr. Haas, the history teacher.i Mr. Uppena ordered the print from Mount Vernon where Washington once lived.
Rembrandt Peale painted this portrait of President Washington. Peale hoped this would be one of his most-known paintings of his career because he wanted it to impress Washington. Peale and his father painted Washington’s portrait from his life in Philadelphia in the fall of 1775. Peale wasn’t satisfied with the painting of the president, but yet he kept trying to create the perfect painting for Washington. Peale finally created the perfect portrait for President George Washington in 1823, which he called the “Porthole Portrait.” This portrait is one important object in Lancaster Middle School.
Quilt in the Foyer
By Cassidy Kramer and Isaac Hudnut
A brightly colored quilt hangs in the foyer of Lancaster Middle School. It was made in memory of Steve Larsen, a P.E. and health teacher, who died of cancer in 1999. Coach Larsen taught from 1981 to 1999 at LMS, and one of the squares represents him. Each teacher was given a 7 by 7 inch square to decorate. The pictures on the squares represent the teacher’s interests and hobbies. Carol Helmke, a former 5th grade teacher, pieced the quilt together; her name is also on the quilt. The quilt represents the teachers who are retired and who are still teaching.
By Cassidy Kramer and Isaac Hudnut
A brightly colored quilt hangs in the foyer of Lancaster Middle School. It was made in memory of Steve Larsen, a P.E. and health teacher, who died of cancer in 1999. Coach Larsen taught from 1981 to 1999 at LMS, and one of the squares represents him. Each teacher was given a 7 by 7 inch square to decorate. The pictures on the squares represent the teacher’s interests and hobbies. Carol Helmke, a former 5th grade teacher, pieced the quilt together; her name is also on the quilt. The quilt represents the teachers who are retired and who are still teaching.
Book Quote Board
By Madalyn McWilliams
This year Mrs. Zabel, the reading teacher, asked all of the 8th grade students to pick one meaningful quote from the self-choice book that they were reading. After selecting the quotes, the students wrote them on a bulletin board, which is displayed in her room for anyone to read. The idea of the quote board was from a book called Book Love that Mrs. Zabel was reading.
The purpose of the quote board was for students to share a quote and to show that they, as the readers, understood the deeper meaning of the story. It is easy to relate to some of the quotes on the board especially if they have read the book that the quote is from or have read many books from the same genre. For Mrs. Zabel, she said that she could most relate to historical fiction book quotes because she reads a large amount of historical fiction books.
The quote board was a great idea. The board helped to show what the 8th graders were reading and also showed a diverse selection of books. As the APT actor, David Daniel, would say, “It demands your eyeholes.”
By Madalyn McWilliams
This year Mrs. Zabel, the reading teacher, asked all of the 8th grade students to pick one meaningful quote from the self-choice book that they were reading. After selecting the quotes, the students wrote them on a bulletin board, which is displayed in her room for anyone to read. The idea of the quote board was from a book called Book Love that Mrs. Zabel was reading.
The purpose of the quote board was for students to share a quote and to show that they, as the readers, understood the deeper meaning of the story. It is easy to relate to some of the quotes on the board especially if they have read the book that the quote is from or have read many books from the same genre. For Mrs. Zabel, she said that she could most relate to historical fiction book quotes because she reads a large amount of historical fiction books.
The quote board was a great idea. The board helped to show what the 8th graders were reading and also showed a diverse selection of books. As the APT actor, David Daniel, would say, “It demands your eyeholes.”
Aerial Photograph
By Rachel Wagner and Jenna Raisbeck
In the Lancaster Middle School office there is a photograph hanging on the wall. This isn’t just any photograph either. It is an aerial photo of the Lancaster High School from July 20, 1989. Keith Jones photographed the building and surrounding area. This picture shows the high school before the remodeling project. Currently, the middle school is the old high school. The new high school was added during the remodel.
In the aerial photo there is no circle drive. There were two entrances in the shape of a horse shoe. The baseball field was where the football field is currently located. The setting of the up-to-date baseball field and the Frisbee golf course was not owned by the school district in 1989. It was donated by Stan Noble, the owner of the land, to the school, so the district could move the baseball and Frisbee golf field to make a better football field and track. This picture is quite important to the Lancaster School District because it has shown how our school has evolved over the years.
By Rachel Wagner and Jenna Raisbeck
In the Lancaster Middle School office there is a photograph hanging on the wall. This isn’t just any photograph either. It is an aerial photo of the Lancaster High School from July 20, 1989. Keith Jones photographed the building and surrounding area. This picture shows the high school before the remodeling project. Currently, the middle school is the old high school. The new high school was added during the remodel.
In the aerial photo there is no circle drive. There were two entrances in the shape of a horse shoe. The baseball field was where the football field is currently located. The setting of the up-to-date baseball field and the Frisbee golf course was not owned by the school district in 1989. It was donated by Stan Noble, the owner of the land, to the school, so the district could move the baseball and Frisbee golf field to make a better football field and track. This picture is quite important to the Lancaster School District because it has shown how our school has evolved over the years.
Ray Nitschke Photograph
By Katie Martin and Isaac Farrey
In Coach Hoch’s classroom a prized possession is located on a shelf … a Ray Nitschke autographed photograph.
Coach Hoch’s one of a kind photo catches many people’s eyes and wondered if there was a story behind it. The photo was actually given to Coach Hoch by Coach Schulte, a former Arrows football assistant coach. “The photo was autographed about 30 years ago, and was given to me about 5 years ago, “stated Hoch. He said he keeps it in his classroom because it’s something special and relates to football.”
On the autographed picture the message reads:
“Dear Coach Schulte
Bloomington’s finest
Keep Helping Our Youth
Best Wishes always
God Bless”
Ray Nitschke
Ray Nitschke was a former Green Bay Packer linebacker who spent his entire 15-year career with the Green Bay Packers. He was inducted to the NFL Hall of Fame in 1978.
By Katie Martin and Isaac Farrey
In Coach Hoch’s classroom a prized possession is located on a shelf … a Ray Nitschke autographed photograph.
Coach Hoch’s one of a kind photo catches many people’s eyes and wondered if there was a story behind it. The photo was actually given to Coach Hoch by Coach Schulte, a former Arrows football assistant coach. “The photo was autographed about 30 years ago, and was given to me about 5 years ago, “stated Hoch. He said he keeps it in his classroom because it’s something special and relates to football.”
On the autographed picture the message reads:
“Dear Coach Schulte
Bloomington’s finest
Keep Helping Our Youth
Best Wishes always
God Bless”
Ray Nitschke
Ray Nitschke was a former Green Bay Packer linebacker who spent his entire 15-year career with the Green Bay Packers. He was inducted to the NFL Hall of Fame in 1978.
The Reading Roost
By Kylie Luckey and Angel Line
The Reading Roost started in spring of last year. The roost is a fun place to sit, relax, and read a book. Thanks to teachers, Mr. Fry, Mrs. Zabel, and Mrs. Kuihara, the students have a quiet place to read and relax.
These teachers said that it was created because they wanted students to read in a place of comfort, relaxation, and enjoyment. The fun chairs and lights were found in catalogs, online, and some emails were sent out to the other teachers for ideas. Most of the books that are on the shelves were from Mrs. Zabel’s room; others were donated or bought with grant money.
The teachers are thinking of how this place could be used in the future. One idea is that two trustworthy 8th graders could be in charge to let other students use the roost during study hall hours.
Every school should have a place like the Reading Roost. A place where students and teachers can sit and read in comfort and get lost in a book without worrying what else is going on in their lives.
By Kylie Luckey and Angel Line
The Reading Roost started in spring of last year. The roost is a fun place to sit, relax, and read a book. Thanks to teachers, Mr. Fry, Mrs. Zabel, and Mrs. Kuihara, the students have a quiet place to read and relax.
These teachers said that it was created because they wanted students to read in a place of comfort, relaxation, and enjoyment. The fun chairs and lights were found in catalogs, online, and some emails were sent out to the other teachers for ideas. Most of the books that are on the shelves were from Mrs. Zabel’s room; others were donated or bought with grant money.
The teachers are thinking of how this place could be used in the future. One idea is that two trustworthy 8th graders could be in charge to let other students use the roost during study hall hours.
Every school should have a place like the Reading Roost. A place where students and teachers can sit and read in comfort and get lost in a book without worrying what else is going on in their lives.
The Scooty Cart
By Halie Vondrum
Every student has to write a total of 24 reading journals when they are in middle school. When students are finished, they put them in Mrs. Zabel’s Scooty Cart. Mrs. Zabel, a teacher, has had the Scooty Cart for about five years. Another teacher was about to throw the Scooty Cart away when Mrs. Zabel said she would take it. She uses the cart because it’s handy to get all the journals to her car, so she can take them home to correct.
By Halie Vondrum
Every student has to write a total of 24 reading journals when they are in middle school. When students are finished, they put them in Mrs. Zabel’s Scooty Cart. Mrs. Zabel, a teacher, has had the Scooty Cart for about five years. Another teacher was about to throw the Scooty Cart away when Mrs. Zabel said she would take it. She uses the cart because it’s handy to get all the journals to her car, so she can take them home to correct.
The American Dream
by Joseph Jeardeau
The artist, Terry Downs, painted “The American Dream” in the year 2000. This print is hanging in Mrs. VanDeHey’s classroom. According to Downs, he spends about to 150-200 hours creating an original painting. Around 400 prints have been sold of the painting “American Dream.” The farmer in the painting is from Potosi, and the children are the artist’s son and two daughters. His son wanted to be just like his father and helped by posing for the paintings. The 4020 John Deere tractor is hooked up to the bailer and the first generation John Deere tractor is in the shed. The reason Downs did the painting was to show the three generations of John Deere farming.
by Joseph Jeardeau
The artist, Terry Downs, painted “The American Dream” in the year 2000. This print is hanging in Mrs. VanDeHey’s classroom. According to Downs, he spends about to 150-200 hours creating an original painting. Around 400 prints have been sold of the painting “American Dream.” The farmer in the painting is from Potosi, and the children are the artist’s son and two daughters. His son wanted to be just like his father and helped by posing for the paintings. The 4020 John Deere tractor is hooked up to the bailer and the first generation John Deere tractor is in the shed. The reason Downs did the painting was to show the three generations of John Deere farming.
The Beatles Drum Cover
By Elias Garcia
On Christmas Day, Mr. Johnson, a teacher, received a present from his daughter, Stacey. Once he opened it, what he found made him smile. It was The Beatles drum cover! It was a very thoughtful present.
In middle school, Mr. Johnson heard The Beatles music and had become interested in the band. He said, “When I was in middle school, I thought The Beatles were unique, but I guess everyone thought they were unique as well.” He has collected all of The Beatles records over the years. His favorite song is “Hey Jude” and his favorite Beatle is George Harrison, the guitar player. Mr. Johnson wanted to play the guitar as well.
And to this day, Mr. Johnson keeps The Beatles drum cover on the wall along with the photos of the band because they were the only objects that he could hang easily on the wall.
By Elias Garcia
On Christmas Day, Mr. Johnson, a teacher, received a present from his daughter, Stacey. Once he opened it, what he found made him smile. It was The Beatles drum cover! It was a very thoughtful present.
In middle school, Mr. Johnson heard The Beatles music and had become interested in the band. He said, “When I was in middle school, I thought The Beatles were unique, but I guess everyone thought they were unique as well.” He has collected all of The Beatles records over the years. His favorite song is “Hey Jude” and his favorite Beatle is George Harrison, the guitar player. Mr. Johnson wanted to play the guitar as well.
And to this day, Mr. Johnson keeps The Beatles drum cover on the wall along with the photos of the band because they were the only objects that he could hang easily on the wall.
The Globe Pass
By Alexis Brandt and Yasmine Anderson
Up until this year, the globe wasn’t the official hall pass for Mr. Haas’ room. Mr. Haas, the 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher, inherited the globe from the history teacher before him. The reason why the globe is not used as a resource is because it is outdated, like with the name changes of some countries. On the globe, Mr. Haas has written Haas, Hall pass, and 4 minute limit. Why is there a four minute limit? Mr. Haas believes students don’t need to be at their lockers or the bathroom for very long. One question that many people may have is does the globe get cleaned and how often? Yes, Mr. Haas does clean the globe. He cleans it with Lysol once a week. Mr. Haas has everyone take the globe with them when leaving the room. Why is this an important part of LMS? It’s different and memorable for students.
By Alexis Brandt and Yasmine Anderson
Up until this year, the globe wasn’t the official hall pass for Mr. Haas’ room. Mr. Haas, the 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher, inherited the globe from the history teacher before him. The reason why the globe is not used as a resource is because it is outdated, like with the name changes of some countries. On the globe, Mr. Haas has written Haas, Hall pass, and 4 minute limit. Why is there a four minute limit? Mr. Haas believes students don’t need to be at their lockers or the bathroom for very long. One question that many people may have is does the globe get cleaned and how often? Yes, Mr. Haas does clean the globe. He cleans it with Lysol once a week. Mr. Haas has everyone take the globe with them when leaving the room. Why is this an important part of LMS? It’s different and memorable for students.
The Librarian’s Desk
By Kylie Phalen and Shelby Smith
Interesting items are found all over the Lancaster Middle School such as the mural in the sixth grade hallway and all the paintings in the library. One new interesting item is the librarian’s desk that was just redesigned. Ms. Micki Uppena, the librarian, decided that she wanted to update the library, and this was the perfect way.
Rochelle Williams and Uppena were the creators of the masterpiece that is the librarian’s desk. Williams is an Upper Case Living agent and knew she could find exactly what Uppena needed. Williams ordered the stickers from Upper Case Living, designed the graphics, and installed them. Uppena found the idea on Pinterest and loved the idea.
The stickers cost approximately $400, but an anonymous donor contacted Williams and offered to pay for the whole project, which was a huge surprise for Williams and Uppena. The donor wanted to pay for the project because she was inspired by Ms. Uppena’s passion for her new job.
After Uppena and Williams had the whole desk planned, Uppena had to prep the desk. First, she sanded and cleaned it. Then primed it and painted two coats of chalkboard paint on it. After the desk was prepped, Williams finished by putting the stickers on while Uppena supervised.
Uppena hopes that by decorating the desk it will help spark many more exciting updates in the library. She would be interested if anyone has any ideas for improvements. She can be contacted at [email protected].
By Kylie Phalen and Shelby Smith
Interesting items are found all over the Lancaster Middle School such as the mural in the sixth grade hallway and all the paintings in the library. One new interesting item is the librarian’s desk that was just redesigned. Ms. Micki Uppena, the librarian, decided that she wanted to update the library, and this was the perfect way.
Rochelle Williams and Uppena were the creators of the masterpiece that is the librarian’s desk. Williams is an Upper Case Living agent and knew she could find exactly what Uppena needed. Williams ordered the stickers from Upper Case Living, designed the graphics, and installed them. Uppena found the idea on Pinterest and loved the idea.
The stickers cost approximately $400, but an anonymous donor contacted Williams and offered to pay for the whole project, which was a huge surprise for Williams and Uppena. The donor wanted to pay for the project because she was inspired by Ms. Uppena’s passion for her new job.
After Uppena and Williams had the whole desk planned, Uppena had to prep the desk. First, she sanded and cleaned it. Then primed it and painted two coats of chalkboard paint on it. After the desk was prepped, Williams finished by putting the stickers on while Uppena supervised.
Uppena hopes that by decorating the desk it will help spark many more exciting updates in the library. She would be interested if anyone has any ideas for improvements. She can be contacted at [email protected].
The Plaque
By Ryan Kelly
Have you ever wondered why a Lancaster School District plaque is in the Lancaster Middle School? The Lancaster High School was built in 1961. This plaque indicates the people who helped with the building of the new school. The architects were Lawrence Monberg and Oscar C. Anderson. Another building that Monberg designed was the Edgewater Hotel in Madison, which was built in 1946. A few of the board of education members were R. J. Becker, a dentist; Patrick Kinney, an attorney; and Paul Hoffman, a banker. This plaque is a reminder of all the taxpayers and others who helped build the school.
By Ryan Kelly
Have you ever wondered why a Lancaster School District plaque is in the Lancaster Middle School? The Lancaster High School was built in 1961. This plaque indicates the people who helped with the building of the new school. The architects were Lawrence Monberg and Oscar C. Anderson. Another building that Monberg designed was the Edgewater Hotel in Madison, which was built in 1946. A few of the board of education members were R. J. Becker, a dentist; Patrick Kinney, an attorney; and Paul Hoffman, a banker. This plaque is a reminder of all the taxpayers and others who helped build the school.
The Oven
By Eliora Klar and Brett Bendorf
The oven in a teacher’s room has a story behind it. When the school was first built, the room was the home ec room along with another teacher’s room. One room was considered the sewing room, and the room with the oven in it was the main room for cooking. At one time, a hallway connected the two rooms. In the front of the room was an island with a stove, and the teacher demonstrated cooking different things to the class. A mirror was on the ceiling above the island so the students could watch the demonstration from their tables. This prevented everyone from crowding around the island. The class would try cooking things on their own. They made meats, breads, baked goods. The students learned how to preserve foods. One day the class decided to make cool rise overnight bread. They put it in the refrigerator, but the next day was a snow day. So that day Mrs. Peake, the teacher, had to walk to school and bake the bread, so it wouldn’t spoil. Sometimes Mrs. Peake let some of the students bring pizza from home to bake in the oven. Besides teaching cooking, Mrs. Peake had a course that taught childcare and development where kids from the elementary could come to school. High school students also did fun activities with the children. The home ec class taught the students how to take care of a house and manage money. Only girls were taking the class, until the boys found out they could take the food home. Sadly, the school board canceled the home ec classes due to funding. Mrs. Peake said that a Smart phone can’t make a filet mignon, which is a steak. “I personally feel this class could have helped a lot of students with cooking, childcare, money, and taking care of a home,” stated Mrs. Peake.
By Eliora Klar and Brett Bendorf
The oven in a teacher’s room has a story behind it. When the school was first built, the room was the home ec room along with another teacher’s room. One room was considered the sewing room, and the room with the oven in it was the main room for cooking. At one time, a hallway connected the two rooms. In the front of the room was an island with a stove, and the teacher demonstrated cooking different things to the class. A mirror was on the ceiling above the island so the students could watch the demonstration from their tables. This prevented everyone from crowding around the island. The class would try cooking things on their own. They made meats, breads, baked goods. The students learned how to preserve foods. One day the class decided to make cool rise overnight bread. They put it in the refrigerator, but the next day was a snow day. So that day Mrs. Peake, the teacher, had to walk to school and bake the bread, so it wouldn’t spoil. Sometimes Mrs. Peake let some of the students bring pizza from home to bake in the oven. Besides teaching cooking, Mrs. Peake had a course that taught childcare and development where kids from the elementary could come to school. High school students also did fun activities with the children. The home ec class taught the students how to take care of a house and manage money. Only girls were taking the class, until the boys found out they could take the food home. Sadly, the school board canceled the home ec classes due to funding. Mrs. Peake said that a Smart phone can’t make a filet mignon, which is a steak. “I personally feel this class could have helped a lot of students with cooking, childcare, money, and taking care of a home,” stated Mrs. Peake.
U.S.A. Mural
By Cole Zenz and Dylan Tydrich
The eye-catching United States mural in the middle school library has been there for a few years. It was a project that took some research to put together. The art teacher, Mr. Kabele, wanted a big group project that educated the students.
The project went through quite a few steps. It took about two or three weeks. Two students were assigned a state and researched to find information. They had to find the capital and also had to get at least two things the state was famous for. The students cut some of the states and so did Mr. Kabele. Before the students could start painting the information, they had to take white primer and put a layer on the masonite. After the primer, they used acrylic paint to paint the states. The map has the lower 48 states. There is a star by most of the capitals and if there isn’t there is something that represents it. The mural is approximately 9x10’. Students still use this mural today to help with homework. This project was a fantastic group project to learn about the United States of America.
By Cole Zenz and Dylan Tydrich
The eye-catching United States mural in the middle school library has been there for a few years. It was a project that took some research to put together. The art teacher, Mr. Kabele, wanted a big group project that educated the students.
The project went through quite a few steps. It took about two or three weeks. Two students were assigned a state and researched to find information. They had to find the capital and also had to get at least two things the state was famous for. The students cut some of the states and so did Mr. Kabele. Before the students could start painting the information, they had to take white primer and put a layer on the masonite. After the primer, they used acrylic paint to paint the states. The map has the lower 48 states. There is a star by most of the capitals and if there isn’t there is something that represents it. The mural is approximately 9x10’. Students still use this mural today to help with homework. This project was a fantastic group project to learn about the United States of America.
Ventilation Hood
By Collin Lull and Tanner Oyen
It has always been here. It was installed when the high school was built. It was used almost every day. It has helped high school and middle school students safely learn chemistry. The ventilation hood in Mrs. Corell’s middle school science room was installed in 1961 and still works to this day.
Lancaster Middle School students say that it is a “glass box that makes noises.” A few years ago, the school was having problems with birds getting into and out of the attic of the school. The custodians later found out that the birds were flying in through the hood, which is on top of the roof of the school. The wind was also blowing into the hood and through the ducts, which caused the loud moaning sounds coming from the science room.
Now, the science class has a new use for the hood. Students plaster pictures of the life cycles of plants and animals on it.
By Collin Lull and Tanner Oyen
It has always been here. It was installed when the high school was built. It was used almost every day. It has helped high school and middle school students safely learn chemistry. The ventilation hood in Mrs. Corell’s middle school science room was installed in 1961 and still works to this day.
Lancaster Middle School students say that it is a “glass box that makes noises.” A few years ago, the school was having problems with birds getting into and out of the attic of the school. The custodians later found out that the birds were flying in through the hood, which is on top of the roof of the school. The wind was also blowing into the hood and through the ducts, which caused the loud moaning sounds coming from the science room.
Now, the science class has a new use for the hood. Students plaster pictures of the life cycles of plants and animals on it.
Water Tower Painting
By Andrew McCarville and Joey Recker
Have you ever noticed the painting of the water tower in the foyer? Next time you’re in the foyer look up and admire it.
Retired LMS art teacher, Mike Kabele, designed and supervised the painting. It was created in 1996 by five of his students.
The reason the students painted the water tower was because it is a historical landmark in Lancaster. The group project took about a week to paint, using acrylic paints. The students had one other painting going at the same time. That painting is on the other side of the foyer
Students are usually too busy to admire or just stop and look at the paintings around the school. Students, stop and look at the paintings.
Vikings
Wesley Foley
Mr. Johnson has taught in his room for six years but has taught for 28 years. His room is decorated with Minnesota Viking objects. He’s been collecting these objects since he started teaching. Mr. Johnson has purple and yellow things all over his room like Viking footballs, a Viking light-up guy, and Viking Beanie Babies. The two Viking fan teachers at L.M.S have rooms right next to each other to keep them away from the Packer fans.
Wesley Foley
Mr. Johnson has taught in his room for six years but has taught for 28 years. His room is decorated with Minnesota Viking objects. He’s been collecting these objects since he started teaching. Mr. Johnson has purple and yellow things all over his room like Viking footballs, a Viking light-up guy, and Viking Beanie Babies. The two Viking fan teachers at L.M.S have rooms right next to each other to keep them away from the Packer fans.
Bear Wood Burning
By Morgan Seippel and Troy Klein
A few wood burnings hang our school, but one of them in the Lancaster Middle School library stands out. Justin Seippel’s wood burning of a bear is intricate. It would be a good thing for LMS to be remembered by because Lancaster has very skilled artists.
Justin made his bear in 8th grade in Mr. Kabele’s art class. It took him about three art classes to finish from beginning to end. The reason he chose to do a bear is because loves the outdoors, and the bear had a lot of texture. A wood burning object needs to have texture. Before this bear, he never made any other wood burnings until then. He did make a wood burning after that though. A few years ago he made a big swing with 2 chairs on it, and burned his grandpa and grandma’s names on the side of it.
To do a wood burning, the tool has a handle with interchangeable tips to put in it. It gets plugged into the wall and the tip gets really hot. A design gets traced into the wood and then the tool with the heated tip burns it into the wood.
Of all the things in LMS, Lancaster Middle School should be remembered by the great art pieces and the great artists who crafted them.
By Morgan Seippel and Troy Klein
A few wood burnings hang our school, but one of them in the Lancaster Middle School library stands out. Justin Seippel’s wood burning of a bear is intricate. It would be a good thing for LMS to be remembered by because Lancaster has very skilled artists.
Justin made his bear in 8th grade in Mr. Kabele’s art class. It took him about three art classes to finish from beginning to end. The reason he chose to do a bear is because loves the outdoors, and the bear had a lot of texture. A wood burning object needs to have texture. Before this bear, he never made any other wood burnings until then. He did make a wood burning after that though. A few years ago he made a big swing with 2 chairs on it, and burned his grandpa and grandma’s names on the side of it.
To do a wood burning, the tool has a handle with interchangeable tips to put in it. It gets plugged into the wall and the tip gets really hot. A design gets traced into the wood and then the tool with the heated tip burns it into the wood.
Of all the things in LMS, Lancaster Middle School should be remembered by the great art pieces and the great artists who crafted them.