Once Upon A Mattress Press Release

By Sierra Struthers

10/20/2011

Are you ready for a Princess, a Pea, and 20 downy mattresses? Because Neoga High School and N.O.T. Theater are proud to present Once Upon a Mattress! This witty musical will be showing at 7:00 PM November 10th, 11th, and 12th, with a 2:00 PM matinee performance on November 13th. There will also be a senior citizen matinee at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 12th. The performance will be held in the Neoga High School Gymnasium and ticket sales will begin on Monday, October24th. Tickets are 4 dollars for students and 6 dollars for adults. Tickets can be purchased in the High School office from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Come see the product of all the hours of hard work the dedicated members of the cast and crew have put into it!

Cast: left to right:
top row: Aaron Buidens, Gracie Upton, Kelsey Beard, Brittany Rohr, Kiarrah Brown, Kamryn Boarman, Maddie Easton, Taylor Gresens, and Mckynna Cleeton.
Middle: Jared Cole, Ashley Pruemer, Erin Walk, Courtney Cornell, Lexi Romack, Natalie Burrell, Bailey Banning, Reed Hansen, David Abernathy.
Bottom: Trevor Moore, Rebecca Mueller, Amber Potter, Becky Walk, Hannah Fritcher, Allie Keck, Ethan Ballinger, James Turner.

Crew: Left to Right

Top: Kyle Ludwig

Bottom: Lauren Keck, Sarah Brown, Megan Moran, Demmie Long, Kellie Kastl, Megan Schabbing, Taylor Rich, Kelton Nichols, Michael Baker, and Dan Brown.

NHS Animal Fair

by Kendra Schooley

10/20/11

What happens when you put FFA chapter together with various barn animals? You get the FFA Animal Fair. On Friday, October 14, members of the FFA brought farm animals to the school to teach younger children about animals that the general public could find on the farm. This year the Neoga FFA made some changes to “Farm Day.” First, they changed the name to Animal Fair. They also moved it outside, which resulted in a cleaner environment. In addition, everyone who brought an animal had to make a educational poster. When Ms. Walker was asked about The Animal Fair she responded, “Overall it went excellent, and lots of teachers gave compliments. The fresh air was nice for the animals and the kids.” Furthermore, Junior Lauren Hoene added, “There’s nothing like chasing sheep to the railroad tracks!”

Adults with Disabilities Picnic

by Mike Snyder

10/20/2011

Since 2003, Neoga High School students have volunteered to serve at a picnic and hayride for adults with disabilities. The event, hosted by Mike and Jean Snyder, took place on Saturday, October 8^th, with over 90 residents of area group homes attending. In addition, 18 staff members and 20 volunteers, including several NHS students representing the AFS and FCCLA clubs, dedicated their time. Students participating included: Cayla Baker, Kassandra Baker, Shelby baker, Sophia Baker, Allie Keck, Taylor Rich, Alex Robert, Cassidy Strohl, and Gracie Upton Also assisting was NHS staff member Mrs. Erin Eddinger, her husband Sam Eddinger, and their children Allie and Chase. Retired NHS staff member Pat Andres assisted with the hayride, food preparation, activities, and clean-up. The participation of all those involved is essential to continuing the success of this annual event, and is greatly appreciated.