In this issue

Follow FPS on Twitter ............................... front cover

CPR Training in Health Class ................... front cover

Waldron News ...................................................... 2-7

Valentine’s Day in Kindergarten .....................2

101st Day in Kindergarten ..............................2

GSRP Preschool Makes a Quilt ......................3

“Take Your Medicine” ......................................3

Zollipops Arrive at Waldron .............................4

Scholastic Book Fair .......................................4

Spring is in the Air ...........................................4

SOAR ..............................................................5

2nd Graders meet Maple Syrup ......................5

Reading Gives You Super Powers .................5

March is Reading Month .................................6

Drawing us in One Book at a Time .................6

PTA Carnival Highlights ..................................7

Third Grade Field Trip .....................................7

Is Your Child Eligible for Free Preschool? ................8

Band Headlines .........................................................9

High School News ............................................. 10-15

Congratulations Coach of the Year .............. 10

National Hall of Fame Inductee ................... 10

Holocaust Memorial Center Field Trip ......... 10

BPA State Leadership Conference .............. 11

SkillsUSA Michigan Championships ............ 11

Blue Eagles 7289 Robotics .......................... 11

Student of the Month .................................... 12

HomeWorks Tri-County Electric Grant ........ 12

RISE ............................................................. 13

Renaissance Rewards ................................. 13

Writing for Publications Class Poems ..... 14-15

FHS 2019 Top Ten Students ............................ 16-17

From the Superintendent ...................................... 18

Class of 2019 Graduates ....................................... 19 Phone Directory & 2018 Board of Ed. Meeting Schedule .....................................Back cover

CPR Training in 9th Grade Health ClassCPR is part of the Health Class curriculum. As a follow-up to what is taught in

class, Mr. Bradley works with the Fowler First Response team to schedule a mock

emergency where the students have to react and put what they have learned to work.

CPR is preformed, a 911 emergency call is made, and an emergency team is

dispatched. Here are a few photos from the event on April 11:

#fowlereagles

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A Valentine’s Day to remember in Kindergarten! submitted by Mrs. Werner In February Mrs. Werner’s Kindergarten students enjoyed

special guests, Mr. & Mrs. Cunningham, who came in with

a venison and Valentine Day cookies as part of their

Valentine’s Day celebration. It was fun to see the children

asking for second and third helpings. They seemed to really

appreciate the visit! Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Cunningham.

On March 25, 2019, we celebrated our 101st Day of

Kindergarten this year by having a “101 Dalmatian Day!”

It was a fun day filled with puppy shenanigans! We made

Dalmatian headbands and spent some time celebrating

throughout the day with the other kindergarten classes. In

our classroom, students counted out 10 groups of ten mini

chocolate chips (plus one more!) and added them to

pudding to make Dalmatian Pudding. What a fun day!

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GSRP Preschool Makes a Quilt The GSRP Preschool started this quilt in January. Graph

paper was used to plan the pattern. Then the fabric had to

be cut out. Each piece needed to be sewn together on the

sewing machine. The kids were in charge of taking off the

pins that were used to hold the material together, and they

pushed the button to back stitch which keeps the quilt from

unraveling. The teacher was in charge of pushing the floor

pedal which makes the sewing machine go. When the top

was all together, the bottom blue material was placed on the

rug, the white batting was placed on the blue material, and

then the top of the quilt was laid on top. Safety pins held all

3 layers together while the class quilted around the Eagle,

and “tied” the rest of the quilt. Once the edges were tucked

in and sewn on the machine the quilt was completed. This

is the fourth Eagle Quilt to be in the silent auction for the

schools carnival in March.

With the end of the school year fast approaching, please

be sure to take care of your school lunch balances. You

can easily pay your lunch account on line at

www.sendmoneytoschoo.com.

“Take Your Medicine”

The Middle School Drama Club performed “Take Your

Medicine” on March 8th and 9th on the Waldron Cafeteria

Stage. Rachel Epkey played a grumpy head nurse at an

unorthodox private hospital where two old men, played by

Grace Piggott and Kylie Spicer, roomed together as

patients. Liam O’Hare portrayed a visitor, skittish at the

sight of blood, who was mistaken as a doctor. Laughs

abounded when the head nurse kept fetching him for

operations and procedures. The comedy featured a host of

crazy patients (Megan Hufnagel, Candis Myers, and

Cooper Koenigsknecht) from the sychiatric ward that kept

the nurses and orderly (Aubrey Epkey, Natalie Thelen,

Faith Boyd, and Amber Epkey) on their toes and the

audience in stitches.

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tudents at Waldron Elementary and Middle School

were treated with a special surprise…Zollipops!

Zollipops are a special sucker that actually cleans

your teeth! They can also reduce the risk of tooth decay.

Zollipops and Zaffi Taffy were invented by 12-year Alina

Morse. Her candy is now sold all over the world! Thank

you Alina for donating enough candy to our school to make

sure that every student and staff member could try your

candy! All students were also given a buy-one-get-one free

coupon. Two lucky students from each class were awarded

a certificate for a free bag of Zollipops or Zaffi Taffy.

Everyone at Waldron Elementary and Middle School loved

these special treats!

The Spring Scholastic Book Fair took place the week of

April 15 – 19. Thank you to everyone who visited the

book fair.

It's that time of the year and Mrs. Werner’s Kindergarten

students are off and planting-- learning about how plants

and trees grow. Here, they are experimenting on their very

own, how their plants will grow in the light verses in the

dark. The children love the chance to dive into dirt! And

bonus, it's in a learning manner!

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SAFE ORDERLY ACCOUNTABLE RESPECTFUL

It was a SOAR Celebration at Waldron early in March.

Students were allowed to use the SOAR tickets they

earned to purchase items from the SOAR store. Items

included candy, chips, t-shirts, hats, and toy items.

Grand Prize winners for

MARCH:

Carla, Ava, Jadyn,

Aubrey, and Rachel

The Capital Area Humane Society visited Mrs. Epkey’s

second grade classroom with Maple Syrup.

This year’s theme of March is Reading Month “Reading

Gives You Super Powers; Be a Super Reader!” Staff and

students dressed up as their favorite super hero to kick off

March is Reading Month. Everyone felt empowered to

read.

Be a Super Reader!

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Waldron Elementary and Middle School had a

“super” time during March is Reading Month. All of the

learning and reading activities involved all the

“superheroes” in our lives. Some of these heroes were real

people in our lives, some were from the past, and others

were make-believe characters. The month was kicked off

with a superhero skit written by our very own Marin Pline

and the characters were played by our teaching staff. Each

classroom completed a variety of activities that centered on

reading and superhero fun. The students enjoyed

researching and reading about heroes, reading minute

competitions, buddy reading, decorating their classroom

doors, creating artwork to display in the hallways, and lots

of extra reading. Furthermore, the entire school was

involved in weekly superhero trivia and special dress up

days to promote our heroes. The students even earned a

superhero movie due to their SOAR behavior. The students

of Waldron Elementary and Middle School also challenged

their superhero minds by attending a STEAM Assembly.

This assembly allowed the students to learn about science

and math using hands-on activities. There were several

stations that the students could choose from like a music

maker, creation stations, and a 3D printer. As you can see,

March was a month of reading, learning, exploring, and

fun! We can’t wait to see what next March has in store!

Students earned popsicles from Mrs. Pung and a Pajama

Day for reading 4,300+ minutes during March is Reading

Month! Great job!

--Frank Zappa

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Thank you to everyone for working so hard to make it a

great day for everyone! Your support of our staff, kids, and

community are greatly appreciated! The day consisted of a

bounce house, games, tattoos, and a silent auction.

This spring, the Third graders at Waldron were able to

attend a field trip to the Capitol and the Michigan Historical

Museum. Third grade social studies centers on the history

of Michigan. Students were delighted to be able to

experience first-hand what they had been learning all year.

They were able to revisit how Native Americans lived,

Michigan becoming a state, as well as the mining,

lumbering, and automotive industry that built the

foundation for our state’s economic success. At the

Capitol, students learned how our government works,

incorporating the 3 branches of government. It was an

exciting day for all!

Michigan Historical Museum

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The Clinton County Preschool Programs are a collaboration

of school districts and community-based providers who

offer state (GSRP) and Federally (Head Start) funded

preschool services for low to moderate-income families.

Children must be 3 yrs. old on or before Sept. 1 to be

eligible for Head Start.

Children must be 4 yrs. old on or before Dec. 1 to be eligible

for GSRP,

if your child is 5 yrs. old by Sept. 1 they are not eligible for

these programs.

Family income is one key factor in determining eligibility

for GSRP and Head Start Programs. To be eligible for Head

Start family income is equal or less than 100% FPL. To be

eligible for GSRP family income is equal or less than 250%

FPL. The federal poverty guidelines are used to evaluate

family income. Refer to the chart shown below.

Preschool is awesome!

Enroll your child today.

Great Start Readiness Program & Head Start

Serving children ages 3-5 years old

Federal and State Funded Evidence Based Curriculum Child Screening and Assessment Home Visits Parent/Teacher Conferences Certified Teachers Transportation Available at Some

Locations Licensed by the State

Why is preschool so important? Research shows that children who attend high-quality preschool programs are more likely to:

Read proficiently by 3rd grade Graduate from high school Attend college Earn higher incomes

Preschool prepares children for kindergarten, 3rd grade, and beyond.

APPLY ONLINE For more information visit

www.clintonpreschool.org or call (toll free) 1-855-644-7735 to complete

An intake application. *Must meet program qualifications to enroll.

Serving children in the

following areas:

Bath Community School

DeWitt Public Schools

Fowler Public Schools

Ovid-Elsie Area Schools

Pewamo-Westphalia Schools

St. Johns Public Schools

Full Day or

Partial Day (available in

limited locations)

Play gives children a chance

to Practice what

they are Learning. -Mr. Rogers

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his winter the members of the Fowler Bands

participated in multiple festivals, competitions, and

performances. In February the 6th grade band gave

the world premiere performance of a new piece for band by

a Michigan composer. Earlier in the month, the 5th grade

band traveled to Grand Rapids to enjoy a performance by

the Grand Rapids Symphony. The 7/8th grade band

performed their MMEA Band Festival program both here

at home and away in Fowlerville before a panel of

judges. Similarly, the high school band had a home and

away performance of their MSBOA Band Festival

program, held this year in Perry. In addition to full band

performances, three high school students also competed in

the MSBOA Solo and Ensemble Festival. Wade Hufnagel,

Lauren Schafer, and Logan Kramer all earned medals at

districts with Lauren and Logan continuing to earn medals

at the state festival.

7/8 th Grade

Band perform

at MMEA

Clinic.

Congratulations to Logan Kramer and Lauren Schafer on

their performances at the MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble

Festival on March 16.

With a grant from the FPS Education Foundation and an

additional grant from Home Works Tri-County Electric,

Mr. Roorda was able to purchase a new Tuba for the HS

Band. Marisa Snyder is pictured here playing the new

instrument.

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Wed., May 1 ........... (5-8) Lugnuts game Mon., June 3 .......... (5-8) Michigan Adv. Trip

Wed., May 15 ......... 4th Gr Instrument Fittings Sun., July 28 .......... (HS) Parish Parade

Mon., May 27 ......... Memorial Day Services Aug. 2 – 5 ............... (HS) Band Camp

Wed., May 29 ......... (5-12) Spring Concert

5th Grade attend Grand Rapids Symphony

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Congratulations to Coach Nathan

Goerge for being selected as the

Associated Press Division 4 Coach of

the Year. Coach Goerge led the Lady

Eagles to 17 wins, grabbing the

Division title and making a run for the

State. This was the Eagles best run in

20 years.

Good job Ladies and Congratulations Coach!

Long time Fowler coach, teacher, and Athletic Director

Steve Spicer will be inducted into the National High School

Athletic Coaches Association (NHSACA) Hall of Fame

this summer. Mr. Spicer will be inducted at the 2019

National Convention in Bismark, North Dakota on June

25th. Coach Spicer coached JV Basketball as well as

Varsity Baseball, but was known across the state for

coaching football. As the head coach of the Fowler

Football program he had a record of 201-49-1, while

winning two state championships. He has previously been

inducted into the Michigan High School Football Coaches

(MHSFCA) Hall of Fame in 1988, the Michigan High

School Coaches Association (MHSCA) Hall of Fame in

1999, and the Greater Lansing Area Sports Hall of Fame in

1999.

On February 27th, the ninth grade English classes visited

the Holocaust Memorial center in Farmington Hills, MI.

This was an unforgettable experience for the students,

which is detailed in the following responses.

Ayla Thelen, “I learned that 1.5 million children died

during the Holocaust. It made us think of all the intelligence

and contributions to the world we lost.”

Sara Travis, “I really felt bad for all of the families and

people that died. I had a great experience, and I hope to go

back some other time.”

Trey Bierstetel, “I learned that the gas chambers were filled

with Zyklon B. Zyklon B was poured into the chambers

from the top, and as the crystals hit the air, they vaporized.

It took over 20 minutes for anyone to die this way.”

Ben Schafer, “I felt the most important part to see was the

videos of all the Jews being killed. I felt this was important

because visualizing this scene put it into reality for me and

showed me how barbaric the Holocaust really was.”

Savanah Martin, “Anger flooded me as a learned about all

the bystanders who could have helped.”

Caleb Kohagen, “I was surprised to learn that sometimes

over 150 Jews were stuffed into one train car.”

Emma Halfmann, “My most memorable impression was

the story about Irena Sendler saving 2500 children. It shows

what a single person can do with dedication.”

Jayden Bedaine, “I was surprised to learn the memorial had

one of the saplings of the chestnut tree Anne Frank looked

at each morning.”

Wade Hufnagel, “"When you know better, you do better" is

a quote that shows the more you know about the Holocaust,

the more ways you can try to prevent one in the future.”

Ava Webster, “An important lesson I learned was to be kind

to one another and don't be a bystander. Stick up for people

because it can make a big difference.”

In a world

where you can be anything,

be kind.

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This past March, seventeen BPA members

attended the State Leadership Conference in

Grand Rapids, MI. Students competed in their

designated events and participated in various

activities including a formal dinner and dance. Top

qualifiers at the State Conference were:

Brooke Epkey (Prepared Speech): 8th place

Jacob Rademacher (Prepared Speech): 7th place

Kayla Schafer (Advanced Word Processing): 8th place

Logan Van Ells (Extemporaneous Speech): 8th place

Abby Wohlfert (Medical Office Procedures): 8th place

Riley Goerge, Mia Riley, Brittney Rudat, and Kayla

Schafer (Administrative Support Team): 3rd place.

Brittney Rudat placed 2nd in Advanced Word

Processing and will be competing at the National

Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California in

May.

The SkillsUSA Championships

are competitive events

showcasing the best career and

technical education students in

the nation. Contests begin

locally and continue through the

state and national levels.

Joe Feldpaush competed,

through Eaton RESA, against 5

students at Regionals

advancing to State competition

where he competed against 9

students and achieved a

rating for Extemporaneous

Speaking. Congratulations!

Blue Eagles Robotics Team placed 17th after qualifiers at

the Jackson District Event, and then they placed 10th at the

Lansing District event which qualified them for State

Competition. The Lansing District event was the first event

the team was able to be a Captain of an Alliance.

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Fowler High School is proud to be participating in

Z92.5 The Castle’s Student of the Month program.

Each month a FHS Senior will be featured on the radio as

well as on Fowler Public Schools website and Facebook.

Student of the Month is a chance to recognize an individual

who has excelled in and out of school. Students are

nominated by FHS Teachers based on character,

responsibility, behavior, maintaining good grades or

improving on grades, participation in and out of class,

respect, setting a good example, etc.

Tune in to Z92.5 each month to hear the Fowler High

School Student of the Month!

FHS Student of the

Month for February

was Katelyn Weber.

Katelyn is a Senior.

She is on the

President’s List at

LCC with a 3.9 GPA,

along with have a 3.7

GPA at High School.

She has also received

her Certified Nursing

Assistant license in

Allied Health year 2

program.

Katelyn is involved in SADD, Links, National Technical

Honors Society, and NHS where she is Vice President. She

volunteers at different school activities on a regula basis,

and at No More Sidelines, Hazel Findlay,m Vacation Bible

School, and the Parish picnic at her church.

Her most influential staff member is Mrs. Lewis. “She is a

teacher that takes pride in her lectures, along with going

above and beyond for her students to understand the content

that is presented. In the past, math was one of the most

complicated subjects for me until I had Mrs. Lewis in 8th

grade and beyond.”

Katelyn is planning to study nursing, but is undecided on a

college. Her goal is to be on a unit of neonatal intensive

care or oncology.

FHS Student of the Month for March was Daniel Esch.

Daniel is a Senior. He has been an athlete all four years

while maintaining above a 3.7 GPA, is in the Top Ten, and

complete the MTA while in High School.

Daniel is involved in Track and Field, National Honor

Society, and Quiz Bowl. His most influential staff member

is Mr. Buhr. “Mr. Buhr had originally sparked my interest

in the sciences, which quickly became my favorite subject”.

Daniel is planning to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in

Neuroscience at Central Michigan University, and go on to

become a physician’s assistant.

Congratulations Daniel, Student of the Month for March

2019.

Mr. Roorda was the recipient of a $2000 People Fund

Grant from HomeWorks Tri-County Electric to go

towards the purchase of a new Tuba for the High School

Band. Great job Mr. Roorda! Thank you Tri-County!

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Students who met the expectations of Respect Integrity

Strive and Empathy (RISE) while in hallways, cafeteria,

library, restrooms, parking lot, and attending events at

school, earn poker chips. Poker chips are put in a container

to be drawn for a chance to play Plinko. Plinko chip winners

get to take their chance at winning gift cards for Subway,

Gas, Pizza, Biggby, etc.

The Plinko board was hand made by Riley Goerge and

Jonathon Hannahs under the guidance of Industrial Arts

Teacher Mr. Kleimola.

In March, Renaissance members

had the opportunity to select a

ticket and scratch it off. They

recievd the prize that was

revealed.

Students were also able to participate in “Work On Those

Grades”. To participate on Work On Those Grades,

Students signup with a partner and they each have to either

raise their GPA by .1 or maintain a 3.8 GPA or higher and

cannot have an “E”. There were 32 students, 16 groups,

that received goodie bags.

In April, members took part in an Easter Egg hunt. The eggs

were filled with candy and some prizes.

There were 19 seniors who received an award for being on

Renaissance all 4 years of high school. These awards will

be handed out at Senior Awards Night. A final reward, for

all members, will be handed out before the end of the year.

Thank you to everyone who donates, Cindy and Kim (High

School office) for their assistance, and to all who volunteer

to make this program available for the kids.

Students in Renaissance

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The following Poems were composed by students in Mrs.

Hughey’s Writing for Publication Class.

Young, Joyous, and In Love by Tony Piggott

The crisp summer air meanders its way through my nostrils A serene battle of water on land in the background Her hand gently fitting into the fleshy grooves of mine Time stopped its ever-constant march for a few moments that night Night consumed us in its peaceful darkness Blades of grass softly brushed against our bare feet The night animals sang a lullaby fit for a king that night I was flooded with the most beautiful orchestra of senses imaginable There was no worry within a lifetime of either of us All our fears quietly left us in those cherished hours We laid against the thick, soft rope of the low-hung hammock Her long hair smoothly ran across me We stayed there and released every story we could think of A time that will stamp its importance in my brain All of the most cheerful and lovely elements at our disposal We were young, joyous, and in love

Beach Day by Leah Wieber

The sun beat down on our pale backs Ocean waves splashed the seashore Our fingers ground grains of sands Our eyes looked into the blinding sun. Our feet touched the freezing water And without a moment of hesitation Like children running to a toy store, we were swimming into the infinite sea We stood no chance against the immense force of the waves With every ripple the crystal blue waves scraped up against the Ocean floor The bruises and scratches were insignificant to how much fun we were having Our mothers called us in But we did not listen, the ocean was our new home The sun began to set And the horizon of pink and orange caught our attention

We trotted out of the salted water With one last goodbye we touched the never-forgotten sea I can still hear the pounding of the waves against the shore If I close my eyes I can picture the sunset The bitter taste of salt lies in my mouth And I can still smell the salt water in my hair How I wish I could re-live the day That made me feel the most alive The day where all my worries were trivial And my happiness was unforgettable

Free Fall by Jena Epkey

It was a cool summer night. I had just finished eating a fruity and juicy popsicle

at a park laden with wood chips that were displaced by the energetic children before me.

It was just me and my dad.

The wood chips crunched underneath my feet as I ran giddily over to the worn out swings.

My hands began to smell like an old penny. Laughter erupted from my mouth--pure happiness.

I looked up into the white, puffy clouds and wondered what it would be like to touch one.

I kicked my feet up as high as I could until I could see

the top of the church. In the air, I felt a rush of adrenaline and freedom

knowing my dad was right begind me if I fell. I wish I could re-live this moment with my dad.

Joy Within Pain by Grace Boak

Optimism is the runner smiling, Although before the race she is worried,

stomach knotting, hands sweating, mind dreading. During the race, her muscles are burning,

legs like rocks, neck cramping, lungs collapsing. After the race, she is exhausted.

Acid creeps up her tongue; all feels numb, but she is thankful, enthusiastic for an able body to support her

and teammates who lend a helping hand. Whether she is in first, third, or tenth place whether she earns gold gleaming medals

or the simple pleasure of knowing she can start and finish the race strong,

optimism is finding joy within pain.

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It All Ended Where It Began by Kalani Koenigsknecht

It all ended where it began. Watching the black jerseys play the red,

Smelling the aroma of excitement all around, And having the tingling, almost numb feeling in my legs.

It all ended where it began. Feeling the rush of air as I sprint down the hall,

My heart starts to feel like a floating feather, I am here to make history. It all ended where it began.

My legs are vibrating and my hands feel heavy. I force my legs to loosen as I warm up.

The bumpy leather on the ball brings my heart to ease. It all ended where it began.

The clock starts and we make mistakes. My opponent gets lucky with every shot.

Where is the fire and intensity I once knew? It all ended where it began.

Halftime comes and what I see is not pleasing--Anger. Was the moment bigger than what some could handle?

I clench my fists and I feel my nails dig into my hands with a sharp pain.

It all ended where it began. 16 minutes is all I have left.

We have the flaming fire and tough intensity. Slowly, I see the yellow dots begin to change.

It all ended where it began. Buzzing rings throughout the gym, Tears begin to roll from my eyes,

Salt is on my tongue and I wish it wasn't. It all ended where it began.

I shake the hands, each sweaty and wet. At that moment, I suddenly realized-

-It all ended where it began.

Popcorn by Gabe Myers

I like caramel popcorn It smells sweet

Caramel popcorn has a brown color When you eat it, your hands get sticky

Caramel popcorn crunches when you eat it It is so yummy to eat!

Who I Am by Christi Spitzley

I have tread forest and field. I have wandered through the depths of rivers. I have been tossed by the waves of freshwater seas. I have felt the rough bark of a tree, and I have heard its moan as it falls. I have wandered through a gym. I have smelt the rust of the bar. I have heard the gentle thump of a basketball. I have smashed a volleyball to the floor. I have bled and sweat with a team, and I have tasted victory. I have shoveled through manure. I have filed my nails on eggshells. I have filled my hands with mud. I have cleaned hands with blood. I have eaten food I've grown, and roasted meat of the wild. I have scraped paper with pen. I have whispered stories to the trees. I have sang to the forests of Him that made them. I have fallen in worship to my knees. I have brushed with death, And thus fallen in love.

A Lucky Life by Adysen Koenigsknecht

Raisign a daughter on an uneven income had gotten too much

Her mother drops her off onto an abandoned highway Only three weeks old to the day

Tasting only her saliva as she is full of hunger

The smell of smoke and fire fills the air In the middle of the Ethiopia hills, the land so vast

Her unclothed body begins to shiver as night rolls in The feeling of prickles on her back from the bushes

Animals begin to come out and she couldn't hide

Hyenas approach her as if she were prey Circling her, the pack continued to giggle The lion roared and crept up on the child

Laying its body onto the ground

she protected her as if she were her cub The quarrel began to rise and the hyenas wanted a snack

The lion guarded the baby and prepared for attack

Safe at last, the police arrived Transporting the child to the nearest adoption center

There she lay inside her crib As her new parents starred in on their new child

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Riley Goerge, Valedictorian

Riley is the son of Ryan and Penny Goerge. He is a member of NHS, Student Council, BPA, Quiz

Bowl, Cross Country, Track and Field, FIRST Robiotics Club, and was Student of the Month. Riley

also volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, Mission: Flint, and Youth Band.

Riley is inspired by his Grandpa Brendon Goerge because he is always working hard with a smile on

his face. After high school, Riley plans to attend Michigan Technological University and obtain a

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering.

Brittney Rudat, Salutatorian

Brittney is the daughter of Kate & Duane Schafer and Dennis & Ranee Rudat. She is recipient of the

DAR Good Citizen Award, Renaissance, and Student Leadership Award. Brittney is also a member

of Volleyball, LINKS, Student Council, NHS, and President of BPA. Brittney also volunteers for

Red Cross Blood Drives, Adopt a Highway, and No More Sidelines of Central Michigan.

Brittney is inspired by her Grandpa Keilen for his compassionate heart and strong work ethic. After

high school, Brittney is planning to attend CMU to study under the Health Sciences field.

Kayla Schafer, Salutatorian

Kayla is the daughter of Kevin and Tina Schafer. She is a member of NHS, Renaissance, and State

Qualifier in BPA for 4 years. Kayla is also a member of Softball, Cross Country, LINKS, and

S.A.D.D. She also volunteers with American Red Cross Blood Drives, Adopt a Highway, and

plays a lot of board and card games with friends.

Kayla is inspired by her big brother Adam. No matter what he has been through, he just keeps

moving forward. He gives me hope when I am in difficult situations. Kayla is planning to attend

Saginaw Valley State University to major in Accounting.

Marisa Snyder

Marisa is the daughter of Bill and Deb Snyder. She is President of Student Council, a member of

NHS, BPA, LINKS, S.A.D.D. and was Student of the Month. Marisa is also a member of

Volleyball, Basketball, Track and Field, and Band. Marisa volunteers with Red Cross Blood

Drives, Adopt a Highway, and No More Sidelines.

Marisa is inspired by her parents because of the endless love and support they have given me

throughout my life, and the immense sacrifices they have made in order to give me the great life I

have. Marisa is planning to attend CMU to study Broadcasting and Cinematic Arts.

Morgan Goerge

Morgan is the daughter of Jason and LuAnn Goerge. Morgan is Vice-President of NHS, President

of Student Council (all 4 years), on the LCC Dean’s List, and recipient of the CMU Academic

Excellence Award. She is also a member of LINKS, Renaissance, in Track and Field, and Cross

Country. Morgan also volunteers with Red Cross Blood Drives, No More Sidelines, and MHT

Vacation Bible School.

Morgan is inspired by her parents for their hard work, humble attitude, and compassion for others.

Morgan is planning to study Business at CMU.

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Ashlyn Simon

Ashlyn is the daughter of Daniel and Beth Simon. She is a member of the National Honor Society,

National Technical Honor Society, Honor Roll, Quiz Bowl, BPA, HOSA, and Yearbook. Ashlyn

also volunteers with Youth Band, Misson: Flint, Habitat for Humanity, and MHT Parish Youth

Group.

Ashlyn is most inspired by her mom. She is one of the strongest people I know, and she has

always supported me in everything that I do. Ashlyn is planning to attend LCC majoring in

Psychology.

Megan Feldpausch

Megan is the daughter of William and Rachelle Feldpausch. She is a member of S.A.D.D.,

Renaissance, and on the LCC Dean’s List.

Megan is most inspired by her dad. He recognizes my hard work in school and motivates me to

do my best. Megan is planning to attend LCC’s Nursing program.

Abigail Wohlfert

Abigail is the daughter of Gerald and Lorinda Wohlfert. She is a member of NHS, Honor Roll,

Renaissance, BPA, LINKS, S.A.D.D., and Softball. Abigail also volunteers with the American

Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, and No More Sidelines.

Abigail said that her brother and sister inspire her to not only be the best person she can be, but

to also do what makes her happy. Abigail is planning to attend Alma College and major in

Integrative Physiology and Health Science.

Anna George

Anna is the daughter of Michael and Rebecca George. Anna is a member of the NHS, Renaissance,

the recipient of Microsoft Office Specialist award, and Saint Johns Mint Festival Pageant. She is

also in Quiz Bowl, Cross Country, and Track & Field. Anna volunteers for Habitat for Humanity,

Adopt a Highway, and Tim Tebow Night to Shine.

Anna is inspired by her mother, “she always pushes me to strive to be the best version of myself

and to do things that are outside of my comfort zone”. Anna is planning to attend Douglas J Aveda

Institute in East Lansing. After she gets her license in cosmetology, she plans to start a career as a

hairdresser.

Daniel Esch

Daniel is the son of Glenn and Mary Esch. He is a member of NHS, Renaissance, Quiz Bowl, Track

and Field, and was Student of the Month. Daniel also volunteers for the American Red Cross,

Habitat for Humanity, and Mission: Flint.

Daniel is most inspired by his dad. Daniel plans to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience at

CMU, and then go on to become a physician’s assistant.

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The Class of 2019 – Plenty to Brag

About! By Neil Hufnagel, Superintendent/High School Principal

The following are my closing remarks from FHS

commencement 2019:

Congratulations graduates!! Though one of

our smallest classes to make their way

through Fowler school at 40 students, you

have certainly been extremely successful!

This is my chance to brag about you a bit

in front of your parents and our

community! This is a little bit about the

class of 2019 by the numbers: You earned scholarships of roughly $500,000, and

almost all of it is academic. That’s an average of

nearly $14,000 per graduate!

Your class earned a 100% proficiency index rating on

the Michigan School Index through your SAT and

MME testing. This is essentially the state’s school

report card. Only 3 districts of the 40 in the 5

surrounding counties earned that 100%, and we were

the only CMAC school to do so!

As your principal, it is my goal for our grads to be not

just college and career ready, but to be college and

career successful. You accomplished that as well!

You earned an abundance of College credits in high

school, specifically

o You earned 766 total college credits: an

average of over 19 per graduate.

o Some earned as many as 43 college credits

with over 40% of you completing over a year’s

worth of college while at FHS.

o Your class has had the most students to date

complete the Michigan Transfer Agreement

program that fulfills your general education

requirements at virtually all 4 year colleges in

Michigan.

o $165,000 is the amount in tuition at LCC alone

you have saved your families, and double that

total if you consider the cost of tuition at the 4-

year schools many of you will eventually

attend.

o 80% of you have successfully completed some

college coursework

o And you did it well with a collective college

GPA of roughly 3.5! You were equally successful in proving yourselves

ready for the world of work:

o As our state and country face a shortage of

skilled trades prepared and job ready

graduates, your class has had the highest ever

participation in Career and Technical

preparation programs in my experience, with

over 60% of you successfully completing such

programs.

o Roughly 15% of you have earned trades or

vocational skill certificates that make you

marketable in today’s high skill, high

knowledge workforce.

o Your class has more students admitted to or

preparing to attend trade, vocational, or

apprenticeship programs to continue your

education than any other in my 12 years as

principal.

And this all starts with the basics:

o 100% of you have completed the rigorous

program of study provided by your teachers at

Fowler High School.

o With the support of parents who taught you the

values of good work ethic and responsibility,

and with the skills developed by your teachers

from elementary through high school, the class

of 2019 is truly not only college and career

ready, but college and career successful!!

I often meet with families and students who may have

struggled academically or who may have some level of

individual challenge as they prepare to enter high school.

When I do, I always start by emphasizing that every student

enters Fowler High School with their own individual set of

strengths and weaknesses. This is as true of the best student,

the best athlete, the best musician as it is for any student

who may struggle in any of those areas. I tell those families

and students that we will seek to build on each individual’s

strengths to form the basis of their success, and then work

to improve those areas of weakness to assure they don’t

stand in the way of that success. It is a 4-year process, that

finishes with each student equipped for a successful future. Graduates, your class has so many students who have used

their strengths to overcome their weaknesses, to overcome

the challenging hand that life sometimes unfairly deals

them. Whether in preparation for college or the workforce,

you have persevered and are now ready for your next set of

challenges that life will bring. Class of 2019, I am proud of

you, and wish you even greater successes in your future.

Congratulations and Thank You!

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Fowler Public School Directory

Fowler High School office ...........989-593-2250 Superintendent/HS Principal Neil Hufnagel ..............................989-593-2250 Waldron Elementary/M.S office. .989-593-2160 Principal Paul Minns ..................................989-593-2160 Transportation Mike Schmitt ................. 989-593-2360 ext. 216 Athletic Director Kris Ernst ...................... 989-593-2250 ext. 204 Business Manager Teresa Pline ................................989-593-2296 Director of Food Services Jessica Anthony ..........................989-593-2160 Building & Ground Supervisor Mike Schmitt ................. 989-593-2360 ext. 264

2019 Board of Education

Regular Meeting Dates

Monday, January 14, 2019

Monday, February 11, 2019

Monday, March 11, 2019

Monday, April 8, 2019

Monday, May 13, 2019

Monday, June 10, 2010 Budget Hearing

Monday, June 17, 2019

Monday, July 8, 2019

Monday, August 12, 2019

Monday, September 9, 2019

Monday, October 14, 2019

Monday, November 11, 2019

Monday, December 9, 2019

Monday, January 13, 2020

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