2012 Senior Girls' Basketball Players - St. Mary's Central High School

Saint Mary’s Central High School
1025 North 2nd Street, Bismarck, ND 58501
(701)- 223-4113
February 2012
2012 Senior Girls’ Basketball Players

Messenger
Advisors:
Mrs. Stromme &
Mr. Rubbelke
Mary Armstrong
Editor-in-Chief
MESSENGER
Thomas Stromme
Senior Sports Editor
Shelby Wood Rachel Kovash & Katie Randazzo
Senior Entertainment Editor Senior Feature Editors
Austin Klein
Writer
Sterling Severson
Comic Strip Designer
Sarah Storick
Photographer
Anna Horner
Writer
Ashley Nguyen
Comic Strip Designer
STAFF
Austin Huck
Photographer
Sam Hager
Senior Sports Editor
Catherine Bopp
Guest Writter
Brady Letteer
Writer
Abby Greff
Back Page
Becky Mastel
Layout Designer
Pictures by: Morgan Heier & Katie Mastel
Allison Keller
Senior Religion Editor
Allison Appleby
Writer
Jake Voeller
Writer
Morgan Heier
Back Page
2011
2012
Lexi Streifel
Senior Entertainment Editor
Katie Mastel
Layout Designer
Sierra Hall
Writer
Anne Storick
Writer
Kaytlyn Heick
Photographer

EDITORIAL
Senior year is the beginning of the end: the end of familiar
high school and even childhood itself. Due to this, many seniors
contract the deadly illness best known as “senioritis,” in which 12th graders coast by and savor the last moments of their comfortable
high school existence. This senior is not one of them. From advanced
courses to scholarship essays, college visits to senior pictures, I’ve
barely had time to catch my breath, let alone relax!
Seniors are presented with a most daunting decision: what
to do with the rest of their lives! Personally, I can barely decide what
to order at Subway, so having to plan out the remainder of my life
is no small task! Perhaps the most stressful aspect of this choice is
that it is one that only the student can make. Mom and Dad can’t tell
you where to go to school or what to study. My parents have been
wonderfully supportive, often stating, “This is your decision! Do what
you want!” Some days, however, I just want to plead with them to
make these decisions for me. As long as they don’t suggest becoming a
mathematician or physicist, that is.
Another note, underclassmen: homework does not stop senior
year. Teachers will still assign essays and tests regardless of your severe
senioritis. For those perfectionistic students like me, this is perhaps the
most diffi cult part of senior year: how can I make all the preparations
for my future with an English essay to fi nish and a calculus test to
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study for? My suggestion for coping mechanisms: a planner and lots of
coffee. A misconception about senior year is that grades don’t matter
anymore. This is wrong. Even if you submit last year’s transcript, your college will more than likely see that D+ in AP Biology eventually.
Maybe this is only the case for the Type-A girl, but I’ve still felt the pressure of grades, making senioritis all the more deadly.
So, my fellow non-seniors, enjoy your time here. Study hard. Be involved. Make lots of friends. Try to avoid the senioritis-bug second semester of
junior year. Don’t be afraid of the senior stress! We all have to endure it, but we will all come out stronger and wiser in the end.
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FEATURE
3. Plan ahead.
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Although I consider myself a newbie to prom, I defi nitely noticed some things that bothered me last year.
Hopefully you will learn something new with my rules to prom, but don’t break them!
1. You need a date.
Boys: Ask a girl in a personal and creative way. This
shows them that you care, and they will be fl attered.
Your date doesn’t have to be someone you like, but
make sure you can have a fun time with them.
Girls: PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE say yes to the
fi rst boy who asks you to prom. It takes a lot of courage
for a boy to ask, so don’t deny them!
2. Talk about money.
Boys: Not talking about costs won’t make them go
away! (I learned this the hard way) Make the issue of
money less awkward by offering to pay for the tickets
and her corsage. She’ll likely offer to split the cost,
but if you’re trying to impress her, it can be tacky to
split. Remember that the girl is paying for her dress,
her hairdo, nails, shoes, artifi cial tan, makeup, and accessories,
all to impress you!
Girls: Offer to pay for something, but graciously
accept his offer if he wants to pay. Let the boys be
gentlemen!
**Save money by making your own fake fl owers
(Hobby Lobby has a weekly coupon on their website),
borrowing a used dress/wearing a nice suit you own,
and driving in your regular car. Prom can be as pricey
as you want to make it!**
Boys: Be proactive and ask your date what she would like to do after
the After Prom. Offer to give her a ride wherever she needs to go!
Girls: Let your date know what you plan to do after the After Prom
so he knows what is up.
**Some fun ideas after the After Prom Party would be to host a sleepover
at a friend’s house or a super early morning breakfast. **
4. Don’t go overboard, and have fun!
The Unwritt en Rules of
Prom, Finally Writt en Down!
By: Catherine Bopp -Guest Writer
Rachel Laszewski shows her
prom invite
Oftentimes we girls get so caught up in making sure everything is just perfect that prom is over before we get to
enjoy it! So let loose and go with the fl ow! If you follow rule number 3, things should run pretty smoothly. But
remember: stuff happens; deal with it!

Jess Johnson
What career/major are you going into?
-Nursing: my family always encouraged me to go into a
medical career.
What school are you planning on attending?
-BSC for my generals, then University of Mary.
What will you miss most about high school?
-The teachers.
What are you most looking forward to in college?
-Not having as many rules to follow.
Evan Heringer
~Senior Interviews~
What career/major are you going into?
-Teaching or psychology.
What school are you planning on attending?
-St. Martin’s University in Lacey, WA.
What will you miss most about high school?
-My friends: it will be hard to leave them.
What are you most looking forward to in college?
-Meeting new people and all the new out-of-state
experiences.
By: Allison Appleby
Alejandra Red Wing
What career/major are you going into?
-I will pursue a dual major in animal science and engineering. After
that, I will pursue a doctorate in veterinary medicine.
What school are you planning on attending?
-For my bachelor’s degree, I will go to Kansas State University, but
for my doctorate I will be applying to Kansas State, Iowa State, and
Cornell University.
What will you miss most about high school?
-I will miss going to lunch with Jordan and having fun with my
friends.
What are you most looking forward to in college?
-Only having to worry about taking care of myself and my schedule.
I won’t have to worry about fi tting my schedule around my siblings’
schedules anymore.
Andrew Ryberg
What career/major are you going into?
-Undecided, but probably physical therapy or dentistry.
What school are you planning on attending?
-UND for my generals, then somewhere out-of-state.
What will you miss most about high school?
-The friends I have known for so long.
What are you most looking forward to in college?
-Being independent.

It’s time to either embrace the future with full force, or reminisce on how crazy last year was. 2012 is here at last and as
the fi nal remnants of 2011 are quickly fading away behind us, it’s time to look forward and see what exactly the New Year has in
store for us.
Look Forward To:
Movie Adaptations of Amazing Books
Between the Hunger Games trilogy’s debut and the equally anticipated (yet couldn’t be more different) adaptation
of Stephen Chbosky’s The Perks of Being a Wallfl ower, there will be plenty of book vs. movie debates breaking out amongst
readers and movie-goers in the coming months. Other books being made into movies in 2012 will include Dr. Seuss’s The
Lorax, and F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, Charles Dickens’s Great Expectations, and J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit.
The Summer Olympics in London
I’m unabashedly excited about the Olympics; two weeks of international togetherness that will be present throughout
many thrilling sporting events. The Olympics will begin on July 27 and end on August 12. The games will be held in London,
England, which will become the fi rst city to offi cially host the modern Olympic Games three times, having previously held the
event in 1908 and forty-years later in 1948.
The iPhone 5 Release
The iPhone 5 is going to be the fi rst major product release since the passing of Apple’s founder Steve Jobs. While Jobs
was in charge, he wasn’t too keen on upgrading the device to a larger four-inch screen; this allowed for the Android market to
gain market share with products that appealed to people who don’t text with the hands of an infant. Now that Steve is gone,
rumors are running rampant that the upcoming iPhone 5 will indeed have that larger screen that will hopefully make texting on
the iPhone less strenuous.
The End of the Twilight Saga
Whether you’re a fan, foe or oblivious non-combatant to the great Twilight debate, there is happiness to be found with
the knowledge that the most drawn out angsty teen courtship drama of our time will fi nally be laid to rest on November 16 th .
The Dark Knight Rises
With the upcoming release of The Dark Knight Rises, director Christopher Nolan must deal with the impossibly high
expectations of Batman fans while trying to complete the intensely foreboding task of fi nishing off one of the most critically
acclaimed trilogies in cinematic history. Christian Bale’s off-putting voice aside, this is shaping up to be the most subversive and
downbeat blockbuster in the history of cinema. The Dark Knight Rises will hit theaters on July 20 th .
The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra
A spin-off of Avatar: The Last Airbender (one of the best cross-demographic American cartoon shows ever, and one of the best television
fantasy series ever), Legend of Korra is expected to air on Nickelodeon sometime in 2012, but no concrete air date has been given. I’m looking
forward to it with the hopes that the series will repair Avatar’s delicate reputation which was so easily destroyed by M. Night Shyamalan’s liveaction
adaptation which was abhorred by critics and fans alike.
Commercial Space Travel
Scheduled to kick off this year is commercial space travel. It may be
hard to believe, but come October 2012, tickets will be on sale for you to get
your very own space cadet experience. However, at an atrocious $200,000, I
don’t expect the waiting list for the endeavor will be very long.
Don’t Look Forward To:
The Election/Re-Election
I’m actually not looking forward to all the insane election hoopla.
Almost every time it gets more and more exhausting and soul-destroying while
obliterating my faith on the decency of this nation. Election Day will arrive
November 6 th .
China Trying to Conquer Space
With all the advancements the world’s most tolerably oppressive
regime has made toward conquering the global economy and, eventually, the
world entirely; China really hasn’t done much in the way of conquering space.
But that all changes this year when China launches Shenzhou 9 and 10 fl ight
missions later this year.
The End of the World
I fi nd it intriguing how the anticipation for the coming of this year
has spawned thousands of books, websites, and movies that revolve around
doomsday theories that all emphasize the importance of the date 12/21/12 which
is the end of the Mayan calendar. Yet, no amount of fascination and superstition
for the possibility of an apocalypse (on that certain date) can overcome the
FEATRUE
FEATURE
overwhelming amount of skepticism and criticism scientist and others have
responded with when asked the question, “Do you think the world is going to end in 2012?”
Looking Forward to 2012?
By: Austin Klein
Michael Berger
Photo by: Kaytlyn Heick

ENTERTAINMENT
ENTERTAINMENT
“And the Oscar Goes To...!”
Why do you watch the Oscars? Is it to see your favorite movie stars? To watch your favorite movies win awards? Or,
like sophomore Katy Rasmussen, is it to see the celebrities trip up the stairs as they go to receive their award? I personally like to
watch the Oscars to see the glamorous outfi ts everyone wears. But, for whatever reason you watch the Oscars, they are sure to be
entertaining!
This year will be the 84 th year that the Oscars are celebrated. For those who may be wondering what the Oscars are,
they are an awards show celebrating the year’s best movies and best work done in those movies. Another name for these awards
is the Academy Awards. There are many nomination categories for
recognizing achievement, including best picture, actor or actress in a
leading role, actor or actress in a supporting role, animated feature fi lm,
cinematography, fi lm editing, makeup, costume design, and many, many
more. Nominees include Brad Pitt for best actor in a leading role in
Moneyball, the makeup artists for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows
Part 2, Michelle Williams for leading actress in My Week With Marilyn,
Rango for animated feature fi lm, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo for
cinematography, and Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close for best
picture.
The Oscars also fi nd many famous people to present the
awards and host the show. This year Angelina Jolie will appear on the
list of presenters while Billy Crystal will be hosting the Oscars for the
ninth time.
The 2012 Oscars could include several memorable moments.
If Viola Davis wins the award for best actress for her role in The Help,
she would be only the second African American woman to win this award in
the history of the Oscars. (Halle Berry was the fi rst in 2002.) Also in the Best
Actress category is Meryl Streep, who has been nominated for this award for
the 14 th time. It marks her 17 th Oscar nomination, the most Academy Award acting nominations ever.
Photo by: Lexi Streifel
By:
Sierra
Hall
Whether you are a fi rst-time Oscar watcher or a regular viewer, you are sure to fi nd this year’ s awards show very
entertaining!
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Enjoy a true European
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During your sophomore year, you have the
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a full semester.
Learn from a mix of European and U-Mary
faculty for a local flair with the comforts of
your home campus.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday,
allowing you to explore all that Italy and
Europe have to offer.
The best news is that the cost of tuition,
room and board on the Rome campus is
the same as the Bismarck campus.

January 1 - February 28
I would watch your step literally,
but also look out for falling pianos
and anvils!
May 1 - June 30
You were born at an amazing time!
You will be blessed with good looks
and money for the rest of your life!
November 1 - December 31
Do not participate in any winter activity.
If you go sledding, you will hit a
tree. If you ski, you will fall off the
lift. P.S. Don’t be naughty, or you may
fi nd coal in your stocking!
Horror
Scopes!
By: Anna Horner
& Brady Letteer
March 1 - April 30
Don’t drive this month! I foresee
an angry lady with a Ferrari
crashing into you and suing you!
September 1 - October 31
You are not a cook. If you attempt to
cook anything more than microwave
popcorn, you will start your house on
fi re!
A note from the writers:
You would have to
be crazy to believe in
horoscopes. They are a
bunch of bologna and
should not be taken
seriously. These are for
imaginative fun only!
February 29
You are the most unfortunate of souls!
You only age 1 year every 4 years.
July 1 - August 31
Do not play with fi reworks; anything
bigger than a sparkler will tip over and
shoot you!

ENTERTAINMENT
ENTERTAINMENT
“Winning means fame and fortune.
Losing means certain death.
The Hunger Games have begun…”
With the completion of the Harry Potter franchise
and a lull in the Twilight craze, movie-goers are
becoming restless. But fear not! There is a cure: The
Hunger Games hits theaters on March 23.
Over the past several months, the series by Suzanne
Collins has been quickly gaining a massive fan base.
For those who have not yet caught the latest book-to-movie
obsession, here is a short synopsis. In post-apocalyptic
United States, the country of Panem has risen from the
ashes. Thirteen districts were formed, with the Capitol at
the head. Shortly after the formation of the new country,
District 13 rebelled against the power-hungry Capitol, but it was
quickly destroyed. To assert its authority and to ensure that an uprising
never happened again, the Capitol introduced the annual Hun-
ger Games. In the Games, one boy and one girl are chosen from each district to compete. The chosen
children are forced to fi ght to the death for the nationally televised event. The book is fi lled with action,
suspense, fear, and just a touch of romance. What makes it so gripping is the fact that it is so believable.
There is something about the world and the characters of The Hunger Games that makes it seem real.
The movie promises to be a good companion to the book. Suzanne Collins has been involved
with the writing of the screenplay. The director, Gary Ross, is known for his work on such movies
as Pleasantville, Lassie, and The Tale of Despereaux. The stars have caused excitement as well. The
heroine, Katniss Everdeen, is played by Jennifer Lawrence, a relatively unknown actress most recently
seen in X-Men: First Class. Her male counterpart is played by Josh Hutcherson, who is known for his
roles in Bridge to Terabithia, Firehouse Dog, and Journey to the Center of the Earth. Other prominent
actors are Liam Hemsworth
(The Last Song), Woody Harrelson (Zombieland),
and Stanley Tucci (Easy A).
With such a stellar cast and crew,
I anticipate crowded theaters on March
23. There is still time to go grab the book
before this sensation hits the big screen.
Whether you are looking for a good book
to read, are depressed because Harry Potter
is done, or are impatiently waiting for
the next installment of Twilight, I suggest
you check out this amazing series.
By: Allison Keller
-Senior Religion Editor
The
Hunger
Games
Karen Stiegelmeier
Photo by: Kaytlyn Heick

RELIGION
RELIGION
By: Sam Hager & Jake Voeller
The new Saint Mary’s Bible study group, led by Mr.
Rubbelke, is giving students a new way to grow in their faith
and understand Sacred Scripture. Though the group has only
met a few times, it has already sparked an interest among the
students. By covering topics that directly affect them, such
as friendship, balance, and prayer, students fi nd study of the
Scriptures to be helpful in everyday life. This is just what Mr.
Rubbelke intends for the group: students applying Scripture
to their lives, building friendships, and sharing personal faith
experiences.
The goal of the group is to respond to the interest of
the students with Scripture that covers those situations. This
is accomplished through lectio divina every Thursday at 7:45
A.M. Lectio is a way to read Scripture and derive its meaning
for our lives. They also meet every other Thursday evening
to discuss Scripture as it relates to life in high school. All are
invited to lectio, so be sure to listen for the time of the next
discussion. Some other plans for the group include a movie night
and a pilgrimage to Assumption Abbey.
If you are still unsure about attending a discussion or
going to lectio, there are many reasons to join. If the prospect
R.U.B.S.
Rubbelke’s Ultimate Bible Study
(Offi cial unoffi cial name of the group)
Lectio Divina
Photo by: Sarah Storick
of Mountain Dew and cookies isn’t enough to entice you to join, Mr. Rubbelke says, “Your soul hangs in the balance.” In all seriousness, the
prayer and discussion shared by this group will, says Mr. Rubbelke, “help you to see that your story is a part of a larger story and that you are as
important to that story as any of the saints.”

RELIGION
RELIGION
Do you need some ideas that might bring you closer to God this Lent? Try some of these suggestions:
• Pray the Rosary daily
• Give someone a
compliment each day
• Fast from using God’s
name in vain (I hope
this isn’t hard)
• Give up television
• Visit a lonely person in
a nursing home
• Teach a younger sibling
or cousin about our
Faith
• Spend extra time with
your family
• Attend the Stations of
the Cross weekly
• Fast from pop
• Read from a spiritual book for 10
minutes daily
• Be more dedicated to your studies
• Attend daily Mass
• Fast from sweets
• Pray more often every day
• Give up computer or video games
• Write weekly letters to your
grandparents or shut-ins
• Fast from unkind words
• Attend Adoration at least once a week
• Fast from Facebook :)
• Receive the Sacrament of Confession frequently
• Fast from snacks
• Read the Bible for 10 minutes a day
• Be extra nice to your siblings
By: Anne Storick
Fast from, Feast on
Fast from judging others; feast on the Christ dwelling in them.
Fast from emphasis on differences; feast on the unity of life.
Fast from apparent darkness; feast on the reality of light.
Fast from thoughts of illness; feast on the healing power of God.
Fast from words that pollute; feast on phrases that purify.
Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude.
Fast from anger; feast on patience.
Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism.
Fast from worry; feast on divine order.
Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation.
Fast from negatives; feast on affi rmatives.
Fast from unrelenting pressures; feast on unceasing prayer.
Fast from hostility; feast on non-resistance.
Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness.
Fast from self-concern; feast on compassion for others.
Fast from personal anxiety; feast on eternal truth.
Fast from discouragements; feast on hope.
Fast from facts that depress; feast on verities that uplift.
Fast from lethargy; feast on enthusiasm.
Fast from thoughts that weaken; feast on promises that inspire.
Fast from shadows of sorrow; feast on the sunlight of serenity.
Fast from idle gossip; feast on purposeful silence.
Fast from problems that overwhelm; feast on prayer that [strengthens].
-William Arthur Ward (American author, teacher and pastor, 1921-1994.)
Chapel Crucifi x
Photo by: Sarah
Storick
Little Lenten
Sacrifi ces

Catholic Schools Week 2012

Photos by: Austin Huck

SPORTS
SPORTS
A Tour of the State
Tournaments
By Thomas Stromme and Samuel Hager -Senior Sports Editors
March Madness, North Dakota Style
Boys’ basketball playoff action starts March 1 with the tip-off of the WDA Tournament, followed
by the State Tournament starting March 8. This year, the Saints are ready to make some noise in the
regional and state tournaments. “We’ve been preparing for state since the beginning of practice,” says
James Schreiner, a senior varsity player, “but now we’re focusing on WDA. We have potential.” With
a strong foundation of seniors, the Saints are also expecting some underclassmen to bring the heat.
“Weisbeck is one of our biggest factors right now. He’s been bringing the intensity,” says Schreiner,
“but really we have a lot of talented kids.” The Saints have proven they can play with the best, going
neck-and-neck with BHS, the favorite for WDA, in regular season play. This year at WDA and State, it’s
anyone’s game.
Great Season on the Ice
For the girls’ Bismarck Blizzard hockey team, a lot of work goes into preparing for the State
Tournament. “We’ve done a lot of skating,” says senior player Taylor Erhardt. As she points out, “If we
can’t be the most skilled team, we want to be the best conditioned team.” Erhardt says the Blizzard’s
coach emphasizes that “hard work beats talent when talent is not working hard.” This philosophy has
paid off over the last ten years, as the team has always fi nished with a winning record and has not gone a year without
fi nishing in the top fi ve of the State Tournament. With their hard work, St. Mary’s players Taylor Erhardt, Sage Barta,
and Bailey Wike have helped make this season a great one for the Bismarck Blizzard.
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Senior,
Melissa Kuznia
Hannah Huber, Freshman
- Ask at McDonald’s, the
classiest place in town.
Mo Bry, Junior
–Write it out in
chocolate.
Senior,
McKenzie Dockter
What is the best
way to ask someone
to Prom?
Miss Zillmer, Teacher
–Ask them over the
intercom at the
beginning of the day!
Junior,
Shannon Biwer
-Question of the month-
A
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Darius Sparks, Sophomore
–Write it on a banner
on a plane.
Reid Hessman, Senior
–Go on a helicopter ride and
spell it out with fi re on the
ground.