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Title Page .......... 1 Glasses ............. 4 Student Life ..... 48 Athletics .......... 56 ~ Activities .......... 84 Close ............. 1 04 Index ............. 126

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From freshman year with Ms. Naylor to senior year with Mrs. Jensen, the class of 2010 has come a long way. With many laughs and tears, they have endured Info. Processing, Eco-system proJects, and countless unit problems. They have made new friends and experienced new relationships that have changed their lives for the better. Memories were made every day and they will be remembered for many years to come. They will take their high school knowledge and experience and apply them to whatever they choose to to do. CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS OF 201 0!

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Nicholas Ball "I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody." -Bill Cosby

Peter Carr "Work 1s the curse of the drinking classes: 'Homo Homini Lupis' we cry as humanity fades like the moon in the sky."- Skydad

Jessica Behring "/(you msp1re others dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you ore a leader." -john Quincy Adams

Alexander Cline

Alec Berarducci "When hell freezes over I'll ski there too." -newschoolers. com

Travis Condreay "So what?' -Unknown

Adrienne Besler "Laugh as much as you breathe and love as long as you live. II -Anonymous

Brandi Coombs "While I can walk; I'll walk. While I can run; I'll run, But by the Grace of God I'll always be moving forward. II -Unknown

Tony Buckley Nicole Callaghan "Freaking w1llow street! It's stalking us." -Unknown

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go?

Ill would go to Alaska and ski the powder. "-Alex Cline

"I would go to Japan because I think their culture is very interesting and I would like to see the architecture. "-)D VanWinsen

Ill would go to New Zealand because it is the best place to ski and surf "-john Helseth

Ill would go to the Brazilian Rainforest. "-Laura Funk

Ill would go to Australia."- Tony Buckley

Ill would go to Brazil for the intense volleyball."- Ashley Gerton

Ill would go to Paris because I have always wanted to go there."

- Meagan Hillman 7

Terence Copeland

Ashley Gerton "Now ts not the end. It is not the beginning of the end, but is is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." - Winston Churcht/1

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Henry Culp "I don't know bra iniac! It's your front yard too!" -Hot Rod

Adrienne Gurbindo "Don't take ltfe too senously. Nobody gets out alive anyways!" -Elbert Hubbard

Megan-Marie Dancer "What we do for ourselves dtes with us. What we do for others and the world, remains and is

immortal. "-Albert Pine

Emily Guy "Nobody gets to liVe life backwards. Look ahead thats where your future lies." -Ann Landers

Kyle Elza ~~Ramirez! Ramirez! You staring at me Ramirez!?!" -Brian Burr

Justin Harner ''It's better to risk starving to death than surrender. If you give up your dreams, what's left?" -Jim Carrey

Laura Funk "It has been satd that something as small as the nutter of a butterny·s wmg can ultimately cause a typhoon halfway around the world." - Chaos Theory

Raymond Hatrick ~~we used to laugh a lot, but only because we thought that everything good always would remain."- jack johnson

Dalton Gallegos IIWhy do we dte to ltve when we live to die?"

- 2pac Shakur

John Helseth Ill haven't slept for ten days because that would be too long." -Mitch Hedberg --._

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Sabre Hill "Forever 1S composed of nows. ~~- Emily Dtckinson

Rachel McCaslin "Greater things in ltfe are unseen. Thats why we close our eyes when we kiss, cry, and dream. II

-Unknown

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Meagan Hillman "Never forget where you came from. II -Unknown.

Jenna Meier-Bilbo "Infinity goes tn both directions, there is no unique event, no singular moment. It means you'll get another chance. II -Dr. Temperance Brennan

Hunter Holmes "Vegetarian: Otd Native American word for man who can't hunt"- Unknown

Nicolas Nemmers "The more you ltke yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you untque." -Walt Disney

Amy Janowski ')A JESTEM SILNA. II (I am strong in Polish)

Michelle LaGreca "Life isn't about waittng for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance

in the rain. II - Unknown

Samantha Larson "Live in the sunshtne, swim the sea, drink the wild air. II -Ralph Waldo Emerson

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO AFTER GRADUATION? AND WITH HOW MANY COOKIES?

"Go to Chicago and visit family and do it with many, many cookies."

-Sam Larson "I am going to join a waterpolo team that has 13 cookies on it."

-Hunter Holmes ~ ~ --"Go to California, go to college and be a beach bum and do it with no cook1es."-jos1e

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"Go to college with some cook1es"-Emily Guy

"Cozumel, Mexico with some friends and hopefully attend CSU with 10 cookies."-Marc .....

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"I am going to go cow tipping with 100 cookies."-Jenna Me1er-Bilbo --

"Teach English in China with no cook1es."-Domenik Wichmann

"Go on an exchange program to China with a baker's dozen of cook1es." -Ray Hatnck

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Chelsea Nihiser II If music be the food of love, play on. II - William Shakespeare

Ryan Roble II Second place 1s JUSt the first place loser.~~- Dale Earnhardt

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Diego Nunez liThe task ahead of you is never greater than the power behind you. II -Unknown

Benjamin Romine IIOuch! Thats going to leave a mark. II

- Benp Romine

Breanna O'Kelly

Edwardo Rosa lilt's not climbing the mountains ahead that wear you out, it's the pebble in Y.Our shoe."

- Muhammed Ali

Derek Popp "Wearing a turtleneck is like being strangled by a weak guy, all day. Wearing a backpack and a turtleneck is like a midget trying to bring you down." -Mitch Hedberg

Marc Rotella "I miss those days back when we remembered how to play, oh how I

miss the old daze. II

-johnnyosi

Joshua Ramirez "Worry1ng IS like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but never gets you anywhere. II- Van Wilder

Briana Reagon "Some people are like slinkies ... not really good for anything, but you still can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. II - Unknown

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

"Fredell because ... "-Sabre Hill

"jensen because she 1s funny and her daughters are cute."-Briana Reagon

"Fredell because his wise ways make me , ponder about the wonders of the world, and ' ,

his beard makes him look like a friendly ~ _( f prospector."-AIIyson Thompson .

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., "Coach Miller because he is laid back." -BenJi Romine

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Ronald Ruschmyer "You otways mtss 1 00% of the shots you don't take. II

-Wayne Gretzky

Olivia Shay "Moderatton. Small helpings. Sample a little bit of everythtng. These are the secrets to happiness and good health. II -Julia Child

Anna Smith "The more you know who you are and what you want, the less you let things upset you. II -Bill

What was your favorite Fredell moment?

liMy favorite Fredell moment would be when he was in front of the class, played his air guitar, banged his head, and pretended he was singing heavy metal. II

Henry Culp

liMy favorite Fredell moment was when I fell asleep in his study hall and the first time he slammed a book next to my head and the second time he threw a bug at me. II Brandi Coombs

liMy favorite moment was when I walked in this year and saw him with his beard. II Matt T euling

IIWhen it was test time, I would try to distract Fredell with the famous 'how does a cat purr question'. II Eddie Rosa

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Matthew T euling "If at first you don't

succeed, failure may be your thing."- Warren Miller

JD VanWinsen

remember you are only as good as you think you are, but the realities are endless." -Unknown

Allyson Thompson "You can't tame thts

" mane. -AIIyson Thompson

Josie Viewig "I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I'm not."- Kurt Cobain

Ryan Valdez "When someone asks if you're ticklish it doesn't matter what your answer is, no matter what you say you're going to be touched.· Just walk way." - Unknowf)

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"/would much rather be -~ snowboarding." Leo Voisard --

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Cameron Wescott Domenick Wichmann "I put the eazy in steazy. II "Anticipate the worst, and you'll -Porter Noble never be dissapointed:PII

- Bakin

Not Pictured: Travis Henson

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Daniel Winter "You have only one chance at life so don't blow it. II- Unknown

•• We Are All Connected ••

' Marc ell dated -1 n HiP who was once best friends with ~ n

D r who almost stole a cart of groceries with rP who lives next door to tse who was always late to U.S. History with

who skies with Alex who dated u a u who set up kills in volleyball for wsl who crashed a car with Ray Hatnc who argued

hockey in 5th grade with m who lifeguards with Eddie Rose who was on a We The People panel with nn rn1 who had guitar with 1

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who took Biology as a freshman like n Pr who ate 18 Push-Pops with ~a ~ 1 who showed off her crazy teased hair during Spirit Week in 1Oth grade with who played volleyball with n who made a secret agent video with who got hit in the eye by a paper hornet shot by who shadow fought at football practice with u ~ u who

puked at a Christmas concert on u1 who went to a supercross event with ' h mtr whose 1st friend ever was ony ul. who made a roller coaster out of Connex in 6th grade with Romin who sat at lunch with

who was in the same senior English class as r who was new to CCHS this year, just like 1 ~ who lived in Georgetown like

ac c ash who lives with Fmil C.: who worked at Beau Jo's with 1c01~

Callao ~r who managed the wrestling team whose roster included nuton GaiiPo who was on the football team his junior year alongside I Winter who grew up with y who rode in a limo to prom with k

t' who was in the same P.E. class as D ar who enjoys art like Allyson ~ who sits at lunch with Oliv·~ Sh who has a freshman

brother just like r n 1 <- b who was on C team volleyball sophomore year with Je 1 a who once was good friends with 1 g who on twin

day was twins with , who used to have long curly locks similar to r L who listens to metal like who was in middle

school band with nana who for 15 years lived across the street from who has the same first name as who was in middle

school choir with Josie Viewig who went to Carlson Elementary like h I

N1h whose hair is naturally blonde like / a d who in middle school gave a concussion to van Vald z who suffered through Biology with J r1n H c

who rode the bus with T r vi C who graduated with all of the wonderful people in the class of 201 0!

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Diego Nunez and Megan Dancer

Work M HoMers

Meagan Hillman and Domenick Wichmann

Be on Jer~ Sprinaer

Josie Vieweg and Marc Rotello

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Be on •he eal Wo

Jessica Behring and Cam Wescott

Ray Hatrick and Olivia Shay

Be a Soccer Pare

Laura Funk and Hunter Holmes

Become Presidem

Sam Larson and Hunter Holmes

Josh Ramirez and Michelle LaGreca

Wo appear o Cops

Kyle Elza and Adrienne Gurbindo

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Become a Professional A•hle•e I

Ryan Valdez and Ashley Gerton

'lo Sd plas•ic surae~

Bubba Ruschmyer and Jessica Behring

Goback•oa hiah school party

Brandi Coombs and Leo Voisard

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Best Smile Best Dressed

Leo Voisard & Sabre Hill Bakin Wichmann & Ol1vla Shay

Best Eyes Best Sense ol Humor

Josh Ramiez & Ally Thompson Ally Thompson & Hunter Holmes

Best Personaliq Best Athlete

Benji Romine & Laura Funk Ashley Gerton & Ryan Valdez

••• D Nos• Chanaed Biases• 7rouble-maker

Sabre Hill & Alex Cline Amy Janowski & Alex Cline

Peter Carr & Rachel McCaslin Jessica Behering & Ryan Roble

Biases• Flin Class Clown

Sabre Hill & Marc Rotella Diego Nunez & Adrienne Gurbindo

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By this time, the Juniors know what's what and are ready to end their year with a bang. They have endured numerous long nights of homework, have celebrated school spirit, and have enjoyed the perks of being upperclassmen. As they approach their last year of high school, the class of 2011 should and will enjoy every minute of it.

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Dante Armijo Efratn Banuelos·Rtvas

Jazzmtne Barrows Julien Bechtel Aspen Bentley

Anna Btelowka Dtdter Bonnette-Forenz

Sarah Campbell Tom Candlin

Patge Colburn

Bnttney Dtstel Claire Eades

Jenni Emmerich Cassidy Fresquez

Mtchael frey

Evan Gericke Manah Gilman

Dante! Haglund Ten Heffner

Kenara Henderson

Collin Kmcannon Kaltlyn Kmg

Emma Leake Bradly Lewis

Chnstma Ltvengood

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R1chard Lyle Connor cCarty Frances McGiauchhn Nile McGiauch m Aleksandar M1sa

Devemck Moody EliZabeth Nay Porter Noble Kathen Ovmgton Tabbitha Pedersen

Amanda Romine Phill1p Ruschmyer W1lliam Schvetz Cody Septon Dallys Shaddix

Mahrisa Shrader Jessica Simonson Alexander Skladanowski Jonathan Suggs Gabnelle Talbot

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Maaike Teuling Cody Thompson

Jerrett Tidwell lan Tobias

Jasmine Vieweg

Charline VozeiJ Melissa Watkins

Hilary Williamson James Wmter

Vanessa Yoakem

Not pictured Maxwell Belknap

Allison Walcott

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"I'm looking forward to the free blocks." -Btlt Schvetz

"Stuff." -johnny Suggs

"Freedom, being at the top, and the

privileges." -Cassidy Fresquez &

Katie Ovington

"Picking on the Freshmen." -Amber Pene/1

"Having a relaxed schedule."

-Dtdter Bonnette-Forenz

Movie: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

-Claire Eades

"Jim Carrey is

awesome and his hair

is an inspiration to us

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Pocahontas - P01ge Colburn

"She is my great, to the fifteenth power, grandma."

Teacher: /I Villani

- Max Belknap

"Villani, because we

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The Class of 2012 still has half of their high school career to go, but they are looking forward to the upcoming experiences and new adventures of being upperclassman. They now know the school well enough to walk around blind-folded and never be late to another class, hopefully. They are confident and passionate about their school and can't wait to take an even larger leadership role. These sophomores are definitely up for the challenges the next two years will throw at them!

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Phillip Anaya Alexander Andrade Sebastian Andrade

Tyler Bober Rowan Bolduc

Cassandra Bower Sydney Bronson Nicholas Brown

Stephan Bundgaard Samantha Burr

Matthew Carn Madison Cauble

Aust1n Chase Jane Connelly

Jordon Conway

Jacob Cook Tyler Cross

Tiffany Curt1s Andre Dav1s

Alberto Delgado

Breanna D1stel Taylor Feldt

Enk Feller Knsten Fogle

Calvin Francis

Dakota Fresquez Amber Gallegos

Danielle Garcia-Lance Vincent Garner

Corbin Gonzalez

Connor Gunderson Katie Harmon Ben Hicks Brenna James Adnanna Jones

Dylan Jones Rebecca Jones Zachary Kaiser Cory Kerr Kyle Knaeble

Dillon Kohagen Daniel Livengood Adam Magers Zackary McClintock Gabnel M1ntz

Chad Morns Chnstopher Morns Luis Navarro Barragan Thomas Noble Anthony Parr

Rebekah Parrish Elise Pate Jorge Rascon Barragan Olivia Regester Catnna Rice

Richard R1ley Joseph Rosa Shawna Rumery Ryan Sheldon Knstin Sh1rk

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Austin Skeen Devon Smith Dustin Sm1th Megan Sm1th Carly Strang

Kylan TrUJillO Kelsey Valdez

Hannah Wescott William Wood

1. "Fire flies" Owl City

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!. "Meet Me Halfway" Black Eyed Peas

4. "Whatcha Say" Jason Derulo

5. "Paparazzi" Lady Gaga

&. "Replay" lyaz

7. "Sweet Dreams" Beyonce

B. "Already Gone" Kelly Clarkson

9. "Down" Jay Sean

1 0. "3" Britney Spears

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Favorite TV Show when you were a kid!

Connor Cunderson

HEY Arnold! Megan Smith

Scoob Doo zack McClintock

Ru rats Kristin Shirk

Sponge Bob Square Pants

Zander Andrade

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What teacher would most likely fight off listed below.

aliens in a war of the world ,.;..;;.;;--------!~--

1. Fredell 2. Coach Miller 3. Villani

If dinosaurs invaded CCHS, what sophomore would survive the longest? 1.Sebby Andrade 2.Hannah Wescott ...---3.Sydney Bronson

If there were a blizzard and the school were snowed in, what room would you sleep in? Katie Harmon: The library because of the warm fire. Taylor Broaddus: Mrs. Potter's, it has a nice warm feeling. Casey Bower: Mr. Villani 's room, one word, couches!

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Welcome to CCHS! The freshmen class of 2013 have certainly been a spunky bunch. Th have acclimated to the tough, rigorous ways of high school life, a left middle school behind. These young adults are unique, talented, intelligent, and should be a pleasu for all future teachers. They are a great addition to the CCHS. Goo job freshmen!

Top Le(t Corner: This group of freshmen g1rls always has something to smile about! Top R1ght Corner: Chns Sanford, giving it h1s best effort to secure the pos1t1on of freshmen class clown. Below Top Right: Fauna Cyzyk stnkes a qwck pose while studymg Spanish in access. Far R1ght Middle: Tyler Cline takes a n1ce nap m access before getting back to h1s stud1es.

rrassing ent!

I was teanng paper out of a notebook and accidentally threw my notebook up into the air and every one started

laughing! Leah Nemmers

I Tnpped and spilled my lunch all over the girl of my dreams!

kota Bro

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Zachary Amey Justin Bennetts Elizabeth Boll1g Dakota Brown

Torrey Buckner

Amanda Burr Sarah Buss Tyler Cline Silka Cole

Kelsey Collms

Kellen Cosby Tanya Cross

Fauna Czyzyk Dakota Dancer

Marco Garc1a

Derek Henderson Candace Henson

Jayden Holley Allyson Huff

Logan Jones

Courtney Joyce Kayla Kincannon

Savannah Kohagen Rachel Laine Alhana Loose

Taylor M1chaehs Walter M1chener Casey M1kal Slobodan Misa Jody Nelson

leah Nemmers Anthony Potter Grace R1vero Jenn1fer Roble Mark Russell

Chnstopher Sanford Ben Shay Jeffrey Stmpson Den1ka Spadafora :re11e Spratt

Aubrey Stewart Lauren Strauss Spring Thomas Daniel Thompson Justin Thompson

Addison Trower Mason Valles Hannah Velte Amber Watkins Nicholas Webster

Courtney Weldy Dav1d West Jackson Wieger Cainan Wilson Caitlin Zmudka

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What Are t'hinkina1 t'he Freshmen

f you ere on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and yo had to pic a teac er as your "phone a fr· end li e ine," ich teacher wo ld you pick?

Mr. Villani Mr. Fredell Ms. Drysdale

f C ea Cree w sa g·a t m ·cal, which fre me , ou play he I ad?

Dakota Dancer Leah Nemmers Addison Trower Aubrey Stewart

Wha · advice o you g·ve to e t years res en?

"Stupid people "Don't mess "Sit up straight "Be yourself." do stupid with Porter." in Ms. Michael's things." class."

-Ad& .... m Trower - Tyler Clme -Amanda Burr -Leah nemmers

f you had to pick new schoo colors, w a wo ld they be?

Red and black light blue and Red and yellow White and purple lime green

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left: Amanda Burr and Casey Mtkal show offthetr Spmt Week (ashton and the end results of the semor prank.

above: T eJe Sprott and Jefferey Stmpson goo(tng off, showmg freshmen m their natural hobttot.

nght: Freshmen start Spmt Week durmg an assembly.

above: Just another day at lunch wtth Kay/a Kincannon and Leslee Loyd.

left: Savannah Kohagen, Fauna Czyzyk. and Courtney joyce show just how much fun being friends con be.

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encyclopedias overflowing with information, but were also supportive coaches, mentors and fans. Thanks for all of your hard work!

Above: The friendly lunch ladies stnve to cook us the tast1est of lunches, and always have sm1les on their faces while doing so.

Though roles in the school tend to vary, all of our teachers and staff have made it their goal to teach us valuable lessons. They prepare us for what the future has in store. Ms. Drysdale (above) gets her students passionate about math, while Mr. Miller strives toward keeping the troublesome kids in line! Either way, all of our faculty members do their best in creating a fun and safe learnmg environment for each and everyone of us. Next time you see any of these friendly faces strolling down the hall, don't forget to thank them for their hard work!

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Sam Anderson M1chelle Barnes

Terry Bennett Kathryn Burns

Beau Campbell Tiff1ny Carlton

Amanda Dnfmeyer Courtney Drysdale

Ca1tlyn Dykstra Frank Enn1s Lori Fort1er

Conradt Fredell

K1m Galbraith Laune Haglund

Mary Helseth Lloyd Henderson

Debra Jensen Doug Johnson

Robyn Kehoe Ramsey Marty Krusniak

Laurie Lavme John Me Laughlin

Susan Me Nerthney Lloyd McWhirter

Cj Michael Coach Miller

Jeff Miller Juli Nadeau

Jane Orlando Wilham Patterson

Ben Potter Jennifer Potter

Doug Potter Matt Sankey

Dav1d Schuessler Mary Sm1th

Nancy Spletzer Bess Stead

Angie Thoennes Knsten Thomson

Tony V1llam Dame! Wmkler

Natalie W1nkler Ryan Wood

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students have to complete their credits in order to graduate It offers a more relaxed atmosphere m comparison to the normal high school classroom. Activities that the CCAP cover:: are: OdysseyWare, Art, going to the CCMRD Recreation Center, and Data Collection for CCAP Grant Study One thing that the students love about CCAP is that they get to work :lt their own pace in a friendly work environment.

Left: just another day swtmmtng at CCMRD.

Ruschmyer works ddtgently 1n class, R1ght: Dtlfon Lyle relaxes at the

Fr.anme and Aft add fun tnto the1r day_ Wt h adstands.

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Students at Clear Creek sure do know how to have a good time. There always seems to be cheery girls showing off their gorgeous smiles or mischievous boys flaunting smirks. Laughter seem to echo throughout the halls and makes the day enjoyable. Whether in class studying hard or playing hard after school, Clear Creek students can always be seen with a smile on their faces, or a pencil up their nose.

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Top: o pack of seniors lead ..ne r te 1mmotes through town 0 r IC lmtng day. Middle: Lucas shows h1s spmt fc,r homecommg... What the quo ~I Right: Rebekah Parish in 1 00% ne1 Dun't look directly at her; y~u might go blmd!

Bottom Left: Ashley Gerton m dets her fabulous boots and neon sork ..

Bottom Middle: Dentgo Spadafora, Mo/y•so Shrader, Emma Leake and Hunter Holmes show off the1r fancy footwear

Above: The Clear Creek Bond and Poms team stand at the ready, waiting to get the crowd pumped for the big Homecoming game.

At the Idaho Springs Parade, all

students wore their school colors

proudly and were practically sweating

blue and gold! Not only were the

students having a wonderful

homecoming day, but the spirit was

contagious and spread rapidly

throughout the crowd! GO DIGGERS!

"Walking down main street in the parade was an exhilarating experience. Having

the student body present showing school spirit helped pump up the team, and

encourage our members to kick sorr.c:­butt!"

- Cody ThomRson

Below: Homecoming King Ryan Valdez and Homecomtng Queen Lauro Funk nde down main street in style durmg the parade.

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Top: Champions! Coach Villani gives his winning team a celebration speech after the big homecoming game. Congrats Digger Football!

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The Homecommg game was ( mght to remember as th( D1ggers defeated the Middh Park Panthers m a c/assi1 match up. Diggers wm 13-1 0

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Above: Hunter Holmes thumbs up!

and Emma Leake take 1t mce

JUniors show off their danong sk11/s.

Above: Michelle LaGreca and Anna Sm1th soak up the mus1c!

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SHOUT! The Homecoming dance had style that kept everybody moving! There was great music, crazy dance moves, and even those who were rhythmically challenged busted it out. The flashy music kept the crowd animated through the night, sparking memories that will last.

Above: Robots, Laura Funk and Adrienne Besler, dance to the

Above: Freshmen shine m the spot light durmg the homecoming dance.

beat.

Above: Devemck Moody and his dote, Briana Reogon, sm1le [or the camera!

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Above: Nervously, a group of freshmen await their schedules on the first day of school.

Above: OliVIa Regester "G , says, rrrrr.

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Above: Amber gives two thumbs up to accent her unique spirit week ensemble.

Above: Yes, It is true! Sabre Hill and Erik Feller can't help but sm1le on the first day of classes.

Above: Meagan Hillman practices her artistic talent on a mirror during the senior sleepover.

Above: Hannah shows off her dazzling smile. Left: jazzy Barrows jams to her music during lunch.

Above: Tom Candlin and Kendra Henderson practice their Spanish problems on the board in Sefiora Potter's class. Muy Bien!

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R ght. Tyler Losli stares h1s opponent down as he gets ready to take h1m down to the mat.

Left: Sebast10n Andrade looks to pass the rock to one of h1s teammates dunng the game agamst jefferson.

Below: The poms team performs dunng the homecoming footbaff game.

Below: Ryan Valdez gets the crowd pump d before the homecommg game.

Show your Digger pride! Clear Creek Athletics have again showed what fine athletes and coaches we h d II t d t dy~. ~=

Every competitor showed excellent sportsmanship and dedication throughout the year. These student­athletes honed their skills, whether it was mastering a set or a right hook. Day in and day out our Diggers drilled and performed. It doesn't matter if it was a perfect season or a losing season; what matters is that every single athlete put on a uniform and strove to do his or her best while representing and wearing their school colors proudly. Great job Golddiggers!

Below: The Cross Country team lmes up and prepares for another gut wrenchtng race.

Above: The varstty volleyball team gets pumped to take tt to the other team and ge another wm for the Dtggers.

Above: james Wmter and the rest of the team get ready to complete a first down!

Above: The g1rls varstty basketball team huddles up to prepare for another quarter.

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Top left corner to bottom right corner: Vmcent orner, Porter Noble, Dome/ Wmter, Tom Noble, Marc Rotello, Gobnel mtz, Austm Skeen, Terence Copeland, James Wmter, Chad Moms, E(rom Banuelos-RIVaS, Dante Armuo, Jerrett T1dwel/, Josh Rom1rez, D1ego Nunez, Dome/ Hoglund, Conner Gunderson, Dustin Sm1th, Tom Condlm, Joe Rosa, Joke Maminez, Rtck Riley, Kyle Elzo, Henry Culp, Dtllion Kohogen, Mark Russel, Slobodon Miso, Alberto Delgado, Phillip Anaya, Cody Thompson, Ryan Valdez, Devemck Moody, Dereck Henderson, and Dylan Jones.

Coaches: Tony Vi/lam, Stan Gould, Dove Mintz, Conrad Fredell, AI Vi/lam., Robert Callaghan, and Cloy DuBois. Manager: Ntchole Callaghan

Le(t: 1he Digger coaches stand w1th pnde; these men hove all brought ou the b st t our players, a d ore the reason why our D1ggers ave grown to be amozmg peop e and outstondmg athletes. A JOb well done coaches!

Rtght: The Dtgger defense swarms the other team's offense.

From left to right: Captains josh Ramtrez, Ryan Valdez and Daniel Wtnter /me up with Coach Villani.

The defense lmes up to stop the opposing team in their tracks and give offense another go at a TD.

Right: The offense huddles up and gets ready to dnve down the field for ther six points

!though the Golddigger Football T earn did not have the best cord, it is impossible to judge a season based solely on the njloss column. From the beginning of the season to the end, e team learned to play together and overcome diverse

ations. Everyone put in 110 percent in every play of every e while putting the team first and not their individual

bitions. The players grew not only as athletes on the field, but friends and students off the field as well. The team learned

any valuable lessons that can be used in seasons to come. Even gh our seniors will be missed, the returning team for next will be better than ever!

Above: Kyle Elza, Ryan Valdez, Henry Culp, josh Ramtrez, Marc Rotella, and Diego Nunez hold up the Mountain Man Trophy after helping lead the team to another homecoming victory.

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The Junior Varsity team heads out for practice on another beautiful mountain day. As the football season reached its end, all of our Diggers gave it their best and have made our school proud. Win or lose we 'II always be true! Good job Diggers!

Lefc: The Digger's Defense read1es themselves for another stop.

R1ght: The D1ggers wa1t anxiously for the1r next opportunlly to

I put a h1t on the L...----------~-~--~ opposmg team.

Rrght: The JV offense squares off agarnst Platte Canyon.

Left: At the (tnol). V. football game th Drggers never gave up. Although they lost to Platte Canyon 18-6, the D1ggers hod a strong season and hove a lot to look forward to next year.

Below: Freshmen players recerve some well earned recognitron (rom Coach V.

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From Top Left to Bottom R1ght: Ashley Gerton, Anna Brelowka, Brandi Coombs, Adrienne Besler, Amy Janowski, Savanah Kohagen, Kendra Henderson, Andnenne Gurbmdo, and Laura Funk.

Left: Laura Funk puts the ball m play for her waltmg teammates.

Right: Amy Janowski, soars over her opponents knockmg the ball down for another krl/.

"This is the one of the best volleyball seasons in CCHS history," said Mr. Schuessler, after the girls went to regionals; it was the first t ime in 25 years. The volleyball season of 109 was filled with pure determination and dedication that showed in every match and every practice. The Lady Diggers worked extremely hard, bumping the ball right on target, setting to perfection, spiking for the win and digging for glory (many showing off their bruises for proof). Captain Laura Funk reflects on the season, "It was really fun to have a senior team this year." Out of the eight players, five were seniors. The senior girls wish the up-coming players the best of luck and hope they have a blast. Wonderful job, ladies!

Top: Kendra Henderson and Amy Janowski ore focused and ready durmg a practice match. Bottom: Lauro Funk shows off her powerful serve.

Above: AshleY, Gerton has no mercy as she drives the boll through her opponents.

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Left: Brandt Coombs sets up to bump he ball to one of her teamma es.

Rtght: The gtrls stand ready (or the next serve.

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From beginning to end, the junior varsity volleyball team demonstrated, hard work, devotion, and team spirit. With Taylor Pitts and Jazzy Barrows as the two team captains, the J.V. team succeeded and ended the season with a bang. The these lovely ladies continued the tradition of excellence within the CCHS volleyball program and provided a solid foundation for the future of the sport.

Above: The Diggs take a time out to formulate thetr plan on how to extend their lea(}.

"Someone from an opposing team charged Savannah Kohegan , and flipped her off of her chair. "

Taylor Broaddus

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The boys strategize before the startmg gun.

ahead of the other runners.

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With many hard working members, the Cross Country team put up a strong fight against all opposing teams. The boys' team won the league for the third year in a row! With Coach Miller and Coach Jensen, these amazing runners have been taught that success is possible with determination, teamwork and of course a little sweat.

I All Ki ~d Through rain, sleet, and now, Clear Creek's Cro s Country team always delivered. The harsh

condition were no match for Coach Miller and Coach Jen en's well-tramed athlete . De pite the

Cross Country runners preparing to k1ck some booty!

Left: The boys get ready to defend their home turf on one of the hardest courses in the league (in ftne weather too)!

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Anyone who attended the football and basketball games this year n~tic~d that the Poms team has grown prodigiously from last year. With 19 girls, the team was ready to tackle anything. They started early, with summer practices and the usual National Dance Alliance Summer Camp (this year it was held in Salt Lake City, Utah). With both experienced girls and newbies, they performed at each game and pep rally and wowed the crowd with elements such as toe touches, angel jumps, kick-lines, pirouettes, and splits. In practice, the girls worked hard sweating through motion drills, crunches, planks and countless spins to toughen up their cores. The entire team feels great about their accomplishments this year and is excited to learn new dances and earn more respect from the student body next year!

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a Names from top left to bottom nght: Efram Banuelos, Edwardo Rosa, jordan Howard, Chns Faulkner, Lws Navarro, Coach Beau Campbell, Damelle GarCia­Lance, Trav1s Cross,jodi Nelson, jared Cook, Hannah Wescott, Walker Dewton, Steve'o, Troy Bouan

Whether these boxers have been in the ring for a year or more, Coach Beau Campbell has prepared these nimble athletes for anything they may face. Boxers condrtron day in and day out and train harder than most other athletes. Coach Campbell said, "Boxing is a year round sport. Everyone progresses." Efrain Banuelos strongly believes in the program. "I have been boxing for three years and when I first started I didn't know how to throw a punch. Now I'm twice state Champion." Keep up the good work boxers!

R1ght: Efram Banuelos analyzes h1s opponent wh1le wa1tmg for h1m to make h1s move.

Left Edwardo Rosa IS

declared the wmner after h1s fight/ His opponent looks on w1th Jealousy.

CCHS Boxers dig _ ...... ....,. deep and make

their opponents pay as they throw punch after punch.

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the CCHS Athletic Program. These athletes must travel long distances to partake in the sports that ve become their passion . These talented student-athletes take part in many different sports, ranging m ice skating to gymnastics. CCHS appreciates and recognizes their dedication and athleticism.

Left: Tom Candlin plays the rough and tough game of lacrosse w1th the Golden Demons.

R1ght: Kelsey Valdez whirls through the a1r durtng a meet. Kelsey has been sport1ng a leotard since age 9. Competing (or Evergreen High School and Evergreen Gymnastics, she was 5th all around at State.

Left: Eltse Pate has been springing off boards smce she was 5 and has never stopped. Elise competes for Evergreen High and Evergreen Gymnastics. The

Cougars finished 3rd at --~r-~....-... ~~,....~--..._11111!!"!'11'111'11!'1 finish a

successful season.

Left: Gabrielle T a/bot skates for Denver Synchromcity. This talented skater has been on the team since 4th grade, and th1s year was her 6th time at nationals. Way to go Gabrielle!

Above: Sam Larson (silver cop) has been splashing around since she was 7 years old, and th1s high school season was one of her best. Swimming (or Com(er High, Sam went to State in 1 00 butterfly where she swam her personal best.

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Left to nght Dolton Gallegos, Ky Trupllo, johnny Suggs, Rtck Rtley, Tyler Los!t, David yerkmon, Michael Borngrover, Unknown, Anthony Potter, Dolton Brown, Dante Armijo. Luke McDonald, Deverik Moody, Ntck McDonald, Cody Thompson, Tyson Mttche/, Unknown, Unknown

Coaches: Stan Gould, Robert Callaghan, Troy Mttchel, and Ryan Wttsell

Rrght: Anthony

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Above: Nick McDonald ties up wtth his 1 03 opponent from Summit High school.

Above: Cody Thompson squares off against his opponent. ,... __ ----::llllr'"l

· year wa a great one for the Golddigger . Although

torie were limited, the young wre tler gained much · ght and experience for future year . The CCHS wre tling

was not compo ed of ju t Digger student but al o

luded tudents from Gilpin High School and other online

. The e athlete helped contribute many qualitie

improved the team. Although wre tling i focu ed on

viduals, Coach Gould and Coach Callaghan con tantly

ere driving the e wre tiers to compete a a team. The

nditioning wa relentle as wa the team pirit. Everyday

nditioning wa different and more difficult. Running, pu h­

ps, sit-ups, and variou wre tling move were u ed everyday

keep the wre tler in shape and competitive. Together the e

etes contributed to a rich, fun and rewarding ea on.

Above: Rtck Riley takes his opponent down for a pin

1. The players get some lost mmute instructions before the up off.

2. josh Roml(ez looks to put up the three.

3. Kyle Elzo after the game ogamst D.C. NJCe work Kyle!

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Top left to bo om nght: josh Ramtrez, More Rotello, Xander Andrade, Kellen Cosby, Connor Gunderson, Ryan Valdez, Sebby Andrade, Kyfe Elza.

Not p1ctured: Coach Schuessler

R1ght: Xander Andrade warms­up before a btg game.

Left: Kyle Elzo tnes desperately to keep the boll away from jefferson.

The varsity boys basketball team were a tight-knit group this year. Led by Coach Schuessler, the team experienced what it was like to be part of a cohesive unit and put points on the board and shut down opposing teams' offenses. Players spent long hours on the court perfecting their jump shots, layups, defensive positioning and countless other skills that enabled them to have another successful season. With the team near evenly split between seniors and underclassmen, the Digger boys can expect another tremendous season next year.

Below: Ryan Valdez pumps up the basketball team (or a game (llled w1th antiCipation and mtens1ty agamst Denver Chnstlan.

Above: Ryan Valdez helps dunng the Jefferson game.

Above: Sebby And ode drJVes the lane to put up another two for the Diggers.

Below: Some of the boys wait anxiously for the1r turn on the court wh1le Schuessler surveys the game.

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From Top Left to Bottom Right: joe Rosa, Slobodan Misa, Zach Arney, Cory Kerr, jerret Tidwel, jackson Wieger, Rowan Bolduc, jacob Cook, justin Thompson, justin Bennet, Dylan jones, Devin Sm1th, Alberto Delgado, Dustin Smith.

Coach: Clay Du Bo1s ~--------------------------~

Above: Dustin Sm1th looks to dish 1t to one of his teammates.

Above: The Gold1ggers prepare to steal the ball away from Jefferson Academy.

Left: jacob Cook sprints to the basket hoping to put up some pomts!

Above: Alberto Delgado drives through defenders.

The boys JV basketball team strived to accomplish many things this year, both on and off the court. Not only did they put the effort in to win games, but also to become better people in general. They accomplished their goals by keeping grades up and being role models in the classroom and always giving everything they had on the court. Through-out the season there were many close games and learning experiences. Free throws, dribbling, and ball handling skills were a must in practice as well as games, and each player was held accountable for both individual and team performance. Although their record was not spotless, the baby digs have a bright future filled with potential. Coach Du Bois is very optimistic about the future of his team and anticipates a great season next year.

Below: Rowan Bolduc tokes on outstde shot for the basket as the rest of the team gets ready for a rebound.

Above: Cory Kerr lays up the rock during the game against Jefferson Academy.

Above: Coach Du Bois writes up a game plan for the team.

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Above: The team takes a tJme out to reevaluate thelf game plan. Above: Megan Holman and Ashlee Gerton work the court

the final buzzer rings, the Clear Creek Varsity basketball team always

hed and fought until the end, making point count. They were always

g to put their all into every game, and ce in order to make the team

ction as one. Behind the scenes, the l's varsity basketball team worked hard uring long runs, su1c1des, and

mely long hours of practice. During s, the hours of practice paid off in well ted plays and moves that always

ned the crowd. Winning and losing the girls basketball team has made

nds that they will never forget. Great , Girls!

Ten Heffner makes 1t puts up

Left: Ten Heffner puts her game face on, and looks for on open teammate.

Below: The g1rls work together m breokmg down the Jefferson defense.

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From Top Left to Bottom Right: Taylor P1tts, Sarah Buss, Dallys Shaddix, Ca1thn Zmudka, Hannah Velte, and Amber Gallegos Coaches: Courtney Drysdale, Ka1tlyn Hyser

Left: Amber Ga11egos passes the ball mto her teammate after a stoppage in play.

R1ght: The Dtggers get set to play some defense.

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Le(t: Dollys Shoddtx goes up (or the opening ttp-off.

he JV girls underwent a rebuildmg season this year with players and coaches alike. Despite some players

ng new to the sport and program, the team grew and pered as it became a force to be reckoned with late

the season. Under the control of Coach Drysdale, the rls learned the fundamentals of basketball, but more portantly what it meant to be part of a team. The

learned to trust one another and look to certain ayers to take control in high pressure situations. A ght group was established both on and off the court.

ese bonds created a team chemistry that always ..,r,\AI,•n up on game days and helped lead the D1ggers nto success . With all of the hard work the team

sted this season, many players can expect to earn a siderable

umber of minutes on next year's varsity

Right: Dollys Shoddtx puts up on outstde jump shot.

Le(t: T oylor Pitts looks to go one­on-one against her opponent.

Above: Sarah Buss drtbbles the boll waiting (or on opportunrty to pass the boll.

Rtght: Hannah Velte looks (or the layup as on opposing player struggles to de(end tt.

Below: Coach Drysdale and the Diggers demonstrate some good sportsmanship o(ter a home game.

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Above: julien Bechtel starts off the race wtth a powerful glide and push.

Below: The Ski Team exposes their wild stde.

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Above: (Top Left) Davtd Hodge, julien Bechtel, Coach Miller, Kyle Knaeble, (Fron Left)DtdJer Bonnette-Forenz, Megan Smith, Cassidy Fresquez, Taylor Feldt, Coach

Above: Coach Fredell smiles for the camera, and prepares Megan Smtth for_a tough day on the hill!

Above: Taylor (Flay/or), Lucas (the German), and (Smttty) practice thetr cross country sktlls, as they time to smtfe for the camera.

Below: The ski team shows off some expert techn1que.

Above: As Kyle the "Kannable" h1kes up the hill, the sun came out to cheer h1m on!

This year, the Clear Creek Ski Team showed that they had what it took to test the limits of their team members1 strength, endurance, AND speed. Though there were only seven kids this year, they were able to overcome all obstacles, exceed expectations, survive torturous theater workouts, endure never­ending plyometric sessions, and grow together as a team. Though Clear Creek1s ski team was made up of skilled athletes, Mr.Fredell and Coach Miller helped the technical growth of the team, and always insured that spirits remained high.

R1ght: A look back down one o(the l.--lllllli.:::ii~-~~=-more gruelmg cross<ountry courses o( the season.

R1ght: Coach Miller ponders the prom1s1ng day on a rather hard cross country course m Cooper.

Left: Skiers and coaches al1ke relax after a rewarding day on the mountain.

Left: The crowd cheers on Cassidy Fresquez as skates through the course.

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Above: This year Clear Creek was lucky enough to aquire ftve new foreign exchange students that JUSt so happen to be extremely photogenic.

Above: Chelsea, Laura, Adrienne, and Ryan at We The People d1stncts, lookmg sliarp.

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Above: The Madrigals serenade a classroom of Mrs. Spletzer's students w1th a beautiful song.

Above: Outdoor Semmor has a blast on one of their exoting hikes. The students ore ready to smile after a tmng hike to the summ1t.

Below: T oylor Fefdt and Mr. Potter d1scuss Yearbook and all o(1ts wonders.

Above: Enk and Rebekah orgomze and choose posters for the Dnve Smart contest m Student Council.

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Co cil Led by the fearless Mrs. Jensen, student council was ready to tackle anything this year, and they succeeded in covering a lot of ground. Not only did they set up college fairs, a drive smart program, and assemblies, but they also provided an exemplary model of school spirit and outstanding academic performance. Student council did a great job in leading CCHS students through another incredible year.

Above: Hunter Holmes and Anno Sm1th address some orders of busmess.

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left Sophomore omcers Rebekah Pornsh and Enk Feller go over some results dunng the Dnve Smart Campo1gn.

Above: Freshman omcer Aubrey Stewart and Enk Feller paruapate in an Important meeung.

R1ght: Student Body Pres1dent Hunter Holmes reads the announcements during Homeroom.

Left: Students gwe It everythmg they've got m a student counCil run pep rally.

ationa Soci

The members of National Honor Society made it a year to remember. After spending countless hours in meetings under the supervision of Mrs. Spletzer, the students of NHS were able to put together numerous events to not only help the school, but those in and around the community as well. Organizing food drives, blood drives, and volunteer opportunities made NHS one of the most humanitarian groups here at CCHS.

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m mbers Clo1re E des and Roy Hotnck pose with Mrs. Splet7er m front o the R board.

Left: Alberto Delgado has no fear of giVmg blood durmg the NHS blood dnve. -------__.::.~~--l

R1ght: The members of NHS putin hours behind the scenes

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Top Left To Right : Mrs. jensen, Anna Smith, Mtchelle Lagreca, Oltvta Shay, Chelsea N1h1ser, jesstco Behring, Alec BerarduCCI, Hunter Holmes, Bnono Reagon, jenno Meier B!/bo, Adrienne Beosler, Laura Funk, Alyson Thompson, Sam Larson, Ryan Valdez, Eddte Rosa

Left Hunter Holmes, Alec Berarducci, Eddte Rosa and Ryan Valdez look as sophtstiCated as ever as they prepare

We The People is a knowledge battle between for a competition. schools to show smarts about democracy and its

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Above: The students of We The People go out to eat after a dimcult competttJon.

history, the origin of government and the Constitution. The Diggers became best friends with John Locke, Jimmy Mad, Alexander Hammy and countless others and their philosophy that helped form this land of liberty. One may have heard in the halls, "I 'm bleeding We the People ," as student exited Mrs. Jensen 's room

In order to prepare for competition, the D1ggers buried their heads in books about rules and regulations of states and the nation. Even though the team did not advance to the state competition, all the students feel very fortunate to have "the sweet spray of the Constitution" and the knowledge of the Framers upon them.

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Left Bnana Reagan shows off her preoous We the People book. For many of the members It became thetr new best fnend.

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Above: Sara McDowell stts m the hot seat as she's prosecuted by attorney Taylor Broaddus.

Left: Several Mock Trott parttctpants practice thetr parts.

Mock Trial, this year coached by Ms. Drifmeyer and Ms. Carlton, requires much more than just showing up to scheduled practice times. It requires a study of law, dedication, hard work, and even acting skills. Each student who participated in Mock Trial pushed all of their skills to the limit to be ready for their competition. Every year Mock Trial participants get a case in which they must defend, as well as prosecute in regionals and state cases.This year the case was about two rival design companies where the CEO of one of the companies murdered a top model!

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Above: Wolfgang Schleicher, Bnana Reagon, Enk Feller and Julien Bechtel make up the core of Riverwatch and perform a valuable servtce m helping watch over our fragtle envtronment.

wRiverwatch is a great ecology club. We monitor Clear Creek for the Department of Wildlife. There are approximately 250 other schools momtonng other rivers across the state Without student momtonng, the state would not be able to keep track of the rivers' chemical statuses because of the expense involved. It's a wm w1n situation. We get experience, tliey get free

monitoring." -Mrs Spletzer

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bove from left to nght: Mr. Schuessler, Don Frydenlund, Roy Hotrick, osh Rim1rez, Dom Wichmann, Matt T euling, Ryan Roble, Donny Winter,

y Janowski, Alec Boroduco, Tony Buckley, Adrienne Besler, Mark tello, Lauro Funk, Com Wescott, Porter Noble, Nick Boll, Ryan Valdez,

nno O'kelly, Diego Numez, Mrs. Spletzer

Right: Ryan Valdez 1s out fishing and thinking of londmg a prize fish.

Outdoor Seminar is a privilege that many upperclassmen have the opportunity to participate in. Developed by Mr. Schuessler, he has fostered an educational program that not only inspires students to be more active, but gets them out of the classroom and into the great outdoors. The curriculum revolves around classroom instruction as well as a variety of different outdoor trips. These excursions range from fly fishing, to climbing 14ers and even an overnight trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park. The program is commonly referred to as one of the highlights of a student's CCHS academic career and proves to be both memorable and

educational.

Left: Amy Janowski steadily overcomes her fear of heights while being 14,000 feet above sea /eve/.

Above: Diego Nunez and Adnenne Bies/er carefully make

Above: Tony Buckley and Mark Rotella shore a moment, while

Above: A group of thoroughly exhausted students toke a break, and replenish.

Above: Donny Winter, Ryan Valdez, Bnonno Reagan, Adrienne Besler, and Diego Nunez enjoy their lost break before heading down the mountain.

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Editor: Samantha Larson

Every Blue 4, a small, but powerful group, of students worked rapidly to meet deadlines and to make a yearbook worth treasuring. When the bell rang, the job wasn•t over. These students spent countless out of school hours taking pictures and working online to make a yearbook that would appeal to every personality in CCHS. And remember, next time someone yells, "SMILE, YEARBOOK!" that picture may just end up in next year•s edition.

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Above: Lukas, Dakota, and Casey pose with the globe to symboftze International Club's spirit for all parts of the world.

Left: And what would International Club be Without some International students?

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New this year, International Club took the school by storm. Senora Potter and Madame Lavine taught students about the traditions, culture, and geography of countless places around the world. The students especially loved the international parties, go figure!

Above: Students pay close attention to Senora Potter and Madame Lavme as they giVe supenor knowledge of other parts of the world.

Left: Colt Rockwell and Senora Potter show off some fancy sombreros.

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"The band is filled With a bunch of hardworking, classy human bemgs that don't give the band d1rector crap." - Mr. K, Band Director

CHOI IS E!

"The cho1r students are the most creative, fun, and crazy students 1n the school. 1

1m lucky I can teach them about singing every day. P.S. Everyone loves a good jazz square!" - Mrs. Dykstra, Choir Director

Above: The choir boys look enthused while practicing "Train" with the mass choir.

What would you name a musical about your life?

Above Left: Denika Spadafora and Mahrisa Shrader strike a pose in the C wing. Above Right: Mrs. Dykstra shows off the solfegge syllables that we all have learned to love.

"Llama Palooza!"

Aubrey Stewart

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Right: Exquisite artwork by Aflyson Thompson, titled Snake Dome. Below: Art class works hard at a weaving project assigned by Mr. Wood.

Kelsey her love for

weaving in art class. Right: Corbin Gonzalez works diligently on his piece.

Above: Clear Creek's new art teacher, Mr. Wood, shows off his portrait

drawing skills.

Shop class is a way to express yourself, through wood!

Connor McCarty, shown above, was taught how to spm a bowl rn shop class thrs year. "Shop is like a legal guordron. It watches over you and protects you, and you get small, wooden, pleasurable gifts, such as thrs bowl. Wood shop rs good shop."

Above: Colt Rockwell shows off some excellent woodwork.

Above: Mr. Anderson, the man who teaches CCHS students how to safely handle the bond sows, table saws, surface-planers, radial arm sows, power miters, and more. •

Every year, Clear Creek High School brings in a group of new and excited students from around the globe. This year, we were privileged to have 5 students from the countries of Germany, Kazakhstan, Slovakia, and Poland. Each of them was given a host family to make them feel welcome and teach them a few American traditions. Although they were in a new and almost scary environment, they had no problem fitting in and made new friends in a flash.

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The Questions:

1.) What will you miss most about America when you leave?

2.) What is something you do daily in America that you usually don't do in your own country?

3.) What is your favorite American band?

4.) What was your worst experience in America?

5.) What is your favorite American food?

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1.) "I will miss everything. But I'll be b kl" ac . 2.) "Homework" 3.) "Linkin Park" 4.) "When I ftrst tried hot mustard!" 5.) "Burritos"

1.) "Porter Noble" 2.) "Eat all day!"

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3.) "Backstreet Boys!" 4.) ~~Kendra snoring!" 5.) "Fries"

,. 'f' 1.) "I will miss my friends!" 2.) "Nothing" 3. "They all suck! Europeans are better!" 4.) "No bad experiences, only good" 5.) "Mexican food"

1.) "Poms team and schoot 2.) "Homework" 3.) "Simple Plan" 4.) "The right over!" 5.) "Rebekah's father's chili and oreos"

1.) "Oreos!" . ) "Speak English"

3) liN II . one 4.) "Twisted ankle" 5.) "OREOS!"

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Key Club is a service organization that is sponsored by Evergreen Kiwanis. It is a great opportunity to make a difference outside of the h1gh school and even the community. The members and adv1sers organize and participate in many beneficial activities and programs, ranging from the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast to Jeans for Teens and even helpmg out With the National Convention m Denver. One of the clubs most popular programs 1s the Chnstmas Gingerbread Contest which benefits the Children's Hospital. This year the winner was the Harry Potter, Hogwarts Gingerbread Castle. CCHS and the commumty appreciate everything this club does. Great work this year and thank you.

Bottom Rrght: Dona 1ons that students brought m to support jean For Teens; one of Key C/ub;s numerous projects.

Top: Rebekah encourages the student body to help Hartl.

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Above: Emma Leake rs the president of Key Club for the 09-1 0 school year.

about K ' e best ey Club?

"Helping the community, one key at a time." -Casey Bower

"We have fun!!!" -Eric Feller

Mrs. Helseth prov1des many delicious snacks."

-Emma Leake & Hunter Holmes

Another new club this year, Dusters to Diggers made sure that the transition from seperating the middle school and

high school separate to having one secondary school was a smooth one.

Participants from the high school helped out freshmen with any problems they had,

taking the place of Link Crew from previous years. Mr. Winkler and the members of D2D didn't just help out

students; they also handed out ice cream

Above: Taylor and Efroin brainstorm 1deos for on upcommg event.

Left: Mr. Winkler records suggestions for the dance marathon.

R1ght: Mr. Wmkler and company help out on the {lrst day of school and try to prov1de a lmle santty for all those incommg freshmen.

Left: jazzy Barrows and Didier Bonnette­Forenz en;oy their lunch while d1scussmg some 020 busmess.

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Above: Mrs. Spletzer's Chemistry class shows off their

v1brant tie dye. R1ght: Courtney joyce ~ashes

her pearly wh1tes at the homecoming dance.

Shrader, Chnstmo L1vengood, and Amber Pennell catch up on some zzzzz's ... R1ght: Emma Leake stands on a ch01r to compare her he1ght to Xonder Andrade and

Above: Amber Pennell and Aubrey Stewart welcome one of the (lrst snows

of the winter. R1ght: T eri, Mo01ke, C/01re, and jazzy

can't wo1t any longer to mdufge m some chocolate coke for mole day m

chemistry.

Above: The vors1ty volleyball team huddles for some team encouragement at a preseason scnmmoge. Left: Sebby Andrade shows off h1s spmt for the basketball team w1th a gold bow in h1s hair.

Billboard Top 15 Songs of 2009 , o 11 r

1. Boom Boom Pow- The Black Eyedseyonce was nomi llted for a wh pi Peas 10 Gram my's in 2010.

2. Poker Face - Lady Gaga # 3. just Dance- Lady Gaga Featur .. lg

Colby O'Donis 4. I Got a Feeling -The Black Eyed

Peas 5. Love Story- Taylor Swift 6. Right Round- Flo Rida 7. I'm Yours- Jason Mraz

8. Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) -Beyonce

9. Heartless- Kanye West 10. Gives You Hell- The All

American Rejects 11. You Belong With Me - Taylor

Swift 12. Dead And Gone- T.l. Featuring

Justin Timberlake 13. You Found Me- The Fray

14. Use Somebody- Kings Of Leon 15. Knock You Down- Keri Hilson Featuring Kanye West & Ne-Yo

15 Biggest Movies Of 2009

1. Avatar 2. Transformers 2

3. Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince 4. Up

5. Twilight: New Moon 6. T Hangover

7. Star Trek 8. The Blind Side

9. Alvin and the Chipmunks 10. Monsters Vs. Aliens

11. Ice Age 3 12. Sherlock Holmes

13. Wolverine 14. Night at the Museum 2

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DIDYO K 1! The record breaking movie "A atar" cost around 280

million to produce, p us marketing costs.

The school year of 2009-2010 was full of surprises, good and bad. When an earthquake rocked the world, millions of people jumped to

Haiti's aid. Lady Gaga took over as a pop sensation with her wacky fashion sense and raunchy lyrics. The deaths of more than a few

celebrities (including Billy Mays and Patrick Swayze) brought sadness to many people. And Americans across the country were shocked

when the Saints upset the Colts in the Super Bowl. If all this happened this year,who l<nows what next year will bring?

Top 1 0 Books for Teenagers of 2009

1. Paper Towns by John Gre 2. Breaking Dawn by Stephenie

Meyer 3. The Hunger Games by Suzanne

Collins 4. City Of Ashes by Cassandra

Clare 5. Identical by Ellen Hopkins

6. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

7. Wake by Lisa McMann 8. Untamed by P.C. and Kristin

Cast 9. The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks by E.

Lockhart 1 0. Graceling by Kristin Cash ore

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10 Shocking vents We Didn't Expect

1. The earthquake in Haiti 2. Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift at the VMAs

3. Blink-182's reunion 4. Swine ftu

S.Fredell's Beard 6. Michael Jackson's death

7. BALLOON BOY 8. Chris Brown and Rihanna

domestic violence scanda 9. Tiger Woods' Affairs

10. Lady Gaga's wardrobe

Above: Amanda Burr works dlftgently, makmg sure that her planner IS (tiled out for class.

Rtght: Enk Feller and Rebekah

Above: Lauren Strauss, Emma Leake, Chnstma Ltvengood, and Mahnsa Shrader work hard (or the talent show. Below: A/tyson Thompson shows~-:oo..:

off her mornmg (ace.

Below: Megan Smtth and Mr

Fredell re ax after a ski

Mahnsa Shrader and Lucas Hermmghaus diligently m the medta center lab. Below: Gabnelle , T a/bot and Btl/ Schvetz leave smtling after

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Ch · rstrna Ltvengood, Sarah Mc Dowell sport some very

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As the year winds down at Clear Creek H1gh School, students take a moment to reflect on the lessons they have learned. There are many exc1tmg memories and events that made this school year fun and interesting. Students have become a little smarter, a little funnier, and have created stories to share along the way. With this year drawing to an end, the seniors have left quite an mterestmg legacy for the seniors-to-be to uphold, but many know that they w1ll be up to the challenge next year. Farewell seniors. Welcome freshman, and may the summer be as fun and exciting as the last school year has been.

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Love, Mom and Dad

Brandi, Way •o so airl. Lowe ya always- Mom

Congratulations, Meagan! We are so proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad

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Amy, Weare so proud of you! Lowe, Mom, Dad, and Jayne

Good Job Ryan! We're so proud of

you. Lowe- Mom, Dad, and

Jennifer

Ryan- You have been one of the two biggest highlights of our lives. We are so proud of you and everything you've accomplished. We love you- Mom and Dad I love you, too! -Kelsey

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Josie-We are so proud of you! Love you forever! Mom, Mike, Jasmine, Dad

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tiThe universe is a pretty big place. Its bigger than anything anyone has ever dreamed of, so if it's just us, seems like an awful waste of space., Congrats! We love you!

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Olivia, "Cheri h your ye terday , dream your tomorrow , but live your todays!" Love, Mom, Dad, Ben, and Pearly Girl

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Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there

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Michelle, From a precious

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