By Cordell Doss The new school year has come and with it some fresh new teachers. The new teachers are eager to teach and inspire every student. We have five new teachers that are very excited about this school year. These teachers have some interesting stories to share as well. Corey Doss is the principal and superintendent for the high school and was the superintendent at Mountain Valley High School before coming to Holly. Mr. Doss came to Holly from Saguache because he was eager to try something new. He really enjoys the small community, catching frogs, and eating Porky’s. He does not like the big buzzing cicadas, though. Some of his hobbies include fishing in all forms, riding his motorcycle through mountain trails, and watching the Steelers play football. Mr. Doss also used to be a ski instructor. Kayla Gutierrez is the kindergarten teacher and originally graduated from Holly. She came to Holly so she could be closer to her family. Ms. Gutierrez loves the small town and being near family. She doesn’t like the fact that Holly has no mall. Her hobbies are spending time with family, walking the family dog, Toby, and watching her brother’s and sister’s games. Ms. Gutierrez’s favorite food is her mom’s chicken fried steak.

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Candi Frey is the junior high English teacher and lived in Sheridan Lake before moving to Holly. She is originally from Nebraska (Go Huskers!), but moved to Holly because her husband got a job here. Mrs. Frey has not found anything that she dislikes about Holly. She does enjoy reading and watching junior high and high school sports. Mrs. Frey has also travelled to nine different countries! Cindy Otto is the junior high mathematics teacher. She has

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Contents Page 2: New Year, New Students Page 3: Football Begins/ Wildcats in Lamar Page 4: Volleyball Ready for Great Season Page 5: Wildcats In Lamar Fair/ Wildcat Vacations Page 6: Stu-Co Softball is a Success Page 7: Celebrities in the News/ Advice in Fashion Page 8: Music and Media Page 9: Who’s Who?

By Trace Salzbrenner School is back in session at Holly High School and the students are ready for another exciting year. Among these students are new and returning students like Cordell Doss (sophomore), Oscar “Abe” Rosales (sophomore), and Leonel Martinez (senior).

This new school year brought new superintendent Mr. Corey Doss to Holly and along with him came his son Cordell Doss. Cordell is from Mountain Valley High school in Saguache, Colorado where he was involved in a number of sports including track and baseball. He plans to continue playing these sports at Holly. When asked what he liked about Holly he stated, “The people are nice and the school is (new).”

a shout out to the football team, especially Tack, Marshall, and Erick for helping me out.”

Leonel Martinez, more commonly known as Leo, used to go to high school in Ulysses before coming to Holly. “I moved because I wanted to. I wanted to come here and work with my dad. My bank account looks like a phone number now,” he said.

He also said that his favorite part of moving to Holly, besides his bank account, is that he enjoys being the new kid. “I like being the new kid because I’m not surrounded by the same old people,” he explained.

When he was asked if he wanted to add anything to the interview Leo Oscar “Abe” Rosales comes from said, “Yeah, everyone should follow Lamar High School. me on snapchat at the username He said he came to Holly School for holysmartphone.” the better programs. “I like the School may be back in session but sports and the coaches, and it’s a nice school.” Abe also added what new students roam the halls. They create a new atmosphere in a norhe enjoys about the school, “I just mally monotonous day. like the place and there is not that much drama.” Abe also seems to be gaining friends with his involvement in football because when asked if he wanted to add anything to the interview he said, “I just want to give

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By Sigi Avalos against Fowler, which ended up being a blowout, and Lamar JV ended up not showing up to the scrimmage. After I asked Coach Eaton a couple of questions about how the team played, he only had positive feedback; but he believes that each player can improve on blocking at least one second longer. As a team, they did well, but some of the players stood out more than others.

the bubble (meaning that he had some difficult decisions distinguishing which players fit the best position).”

The team made a good first impression on Saturday against Fowler, and they are looking forward to start the season off with a win. Having the week to practice and focus, they can work on what Coach Eaton felt like they could have done better in the scrimmage. Courtesy of wildcatpridephoto.com When asked, Coach Eaton mentioned a The wildcats will be tested early on few key players such as: Jesus Perez Friday September 9th when they face After a long wait, Wildcat Football is (also known as Chuy), Byron Lincoln, off against the Deerfield Spartans on finally here! The Wildcat roster has and Alex Ramos. Overall, Coach Eaton home soil. Playing the way they did on changed since last year, losing quite a was very pleased and satisfied with the Saturday is only a confidence booster bit of seniors, but that isn’t stopping results of the scrimmage. He summaand another reason to get a W on Frithe team this year. Their first test was a rized “The team altogether played real- day night. We are all looking forward to scrimmage on Saturday against Fowler ly well, players solidified their playing football season this year! and Lamar JV. The first game was position, and others were put back in

By Robert Gutierrez There are a lot of new faces from Holly that are joining the Lamar Savage roster this year. Soccer, softball, and golf are the three sports that are drawing interest from the Holly high students. Sydnee Howland is the lone Softball player, which, by the way, isn’t her first time playing for Lamar. “I really like playing, it’s something that I’ve done for a long time. I’m starting varsity first base this year as well,” Howland explains. She also tells me that the team they have this year is one of the better teams Lamar has seen in a while. They won their first game, and Sydnee seems really optimistic for the rest of the season. The Savage soccer team is off to a hot

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start kicking off the season perfect, defeating both of their opponents with ease. Luis Mendoza, a first time soccer player, states that his first few games were nerve-racking. “I feel like I played a decent first few games, but I feel like I could have done better if I was in better shape,” Mendoza added. Sigifredo Avalos, a returning player, also had some self-criticism. “I worked well with my team, but it’s still early in the season. I don’t feel like I played my absolute best yet,” Avalos states, “but as a team we started off great but our defense is what needs to be improved along with our chemistry.” Isaias, Sigi and Luis all put in hard work every day as they make the

journey to Lamar for practice.

The Golf team has taken the interests from Brandon Kalma, Chandler Rushton, Michael Rushton, and Jarett Rushton. Michael explained that the team is looking pretty good. “I think that we’re easily one of the best teams in the state,” Rushton states. Chandler agrees with Michael when saying that they really enjoy golfing. “I’m excited for what we have shown so far, and I’m really eager to see what the rest of our season holds!” exclaimed Chandler. Holly School is excited to see what these athletes bring to the table. Good luck in your sports, and good luck for your seasons!

By Cordell Doss taught in Granada and Lamar. Mrs. Otto came to Holly because she missed teaching in a small town. She likes the friendly atmosphere, the students, and having a new school to teach at. Mrs. Otto does not have any dislikes about Holly. Mrs. Otto enjoys staying healthy, camping in the mountains, and reading from time to time. She is also a licensed real estate agent and car saleswoman.

town was small and quaint. He enjoys the friendly people, school supporting community, and the town Subway. Mr. D only has one dislike about Holly which is that he is far from his family. His hobbies include photography, taking road trips, and playing madden. Mr. D is also a fan of cheesy reality shows.

These teachers are extraordinarily happy about being able to teach at Holly School. They are friendly and Mel Daghestani is from Dallas, Texas very enthusiastic about teaching. and is the high school science teach- These outstanding teachers are sure er. Mr. D came to Holly because the to have a fantastic year at Holly.

By Ricky Tamayo It seems like wildcat volleyball is finally back and the lady cats are ready for a great season, according to Alexandria Denise Gutierrez.

game didn’t start to get good until the second and third match came underway when both sides of the net were playing their hearts out and fighting their way to the big W.

to make it to state. The volleyball team this year has a lot of fun playing and they are really excited for their games.

The game against the Wiley Panthers on Tuesday, August 30th was Taylor Neugabauer said that the close in the third matchup when the team truly played as a whole, one girls scratched their way out of the for all and all for one! She had also funk they were stuck in and won said that it’s a great start to their 24:26. Sadly they didn’t end up winseason and most likely see more of ning it all but they gave it their best them on top. and had a blast as the crowd “Many of the girls this year are excheered them on every step of the cited about this year and that The girls always give 110% into their way. means something good for us!” practices and playing time. They shouted Kallie Cathcart played very well. This year there were a lot of girls going out for the On Thursday the lady volleyball team so they got to add a third squad faced off against the Cheraw team, a C team. The girls have a lot Wolverines in a first game sweep by of potential. This year, their goal is the Holly High School Wildcats. The When asked about how the season was going to go this year she replied saying that this year they really have an opportunity to make something of themselves if they just work hard and work as a team.

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Volleyball Girls getting ready.

By Taylor Neugebauer The Lamar Fair was yet another success for Prowers County. From the animal shows, to the rodeo, to riding rides at the carnival, there was entertainment for all ages. Starting on August 5th and going out with a bang on August 13th, the annual Sand and Sage Roundup was a hit.

Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Breeding, Grand Champion Showmanship, and Best in Show. She also decorated a cake and got Grand Champion in that, as well. Michael placed third in showmanship, second and third in his classes, and received Reserve Supreme. Bailey placed third in her class this year. Ethan placed second Some of our own Wildcats who in both of his classes and received participated in the fair were Ashlyn fifth in showmanship. Crossland, Michael Rushton, Bailey Rushton, and Ethan Burns. Ashlyn When asked if each individual enshowed rabbits and decorated a joyed the 2016 Sand and Sage, cake, Michael and Bailey showed their answers were very similar. their hogs, and Ethan showed Ashlyn enjoyed it because there steers. was more competition during her shows, and her favorite thing was Some of the participants from Holly winning everything. Michael, Bailet us in on how they did. Ashlyn ley, and Ethan said that they all earned Grand Champion Meat Pen, enjoyed it as well. Michael’s favor-

ite thing was watching the rodeo and especially Saturday night when our very own, Marshall Pierce, rode a bronc. Bailey and Ethan’s favorite parts were also the rodeo, however they did not mention Marshall. After the shows, Ashlyn sold her rabbits, Michael sold his hog, and Ethan sold his steer, but Bailey kept her hog. Ashlyn said she was not happy with how she sold because she has sold better in the past. However, Michael and Ethan were pleased with how they sold this year at the fair. All in all, if you did not attend the Lamar Fair in one way or another, you definitely missed out. But don’t worry, it will be here again next year and there will be mounds of fun to take part in.

By Alex Gutierrez During summer vacation, 37% of people stay home and don’t go anywhere for their break. Sixty-percent of other people plan to take a trip for summer vacation. I interviewed three people who went on vacation to see what they did.

pounds from eating burritos and hot Cheetos. Destiney also mentioned that she had babysat a little bit, but not much. She chose to stay home during summer break because she enjoyed eating all of the food. I asked Destiney if there was something more she wished to do, and The first person I interviewed was she said she wished to go out of ColDestiney Ramos. I asked her what orado because it’s boring here and she did for summer vacation and she there’s nothing to do. If she said that she slept in a lot because would’ve changed anything about she has no life. She even thinks that her summer, it would be to go she might have gained a couple

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hangout with her classmates because sitting in her room alone was not very entertaining. The second person I interviewed was Ashlyn Crossland. For her summer break, she played volleyball and went on college visits. Her summer was pretty stressful! The coaches had assigned open gym to be able to practice during break. She also went on some college visits because she knew she wouldn’t have time during the school year. Ashlyn loved going

By Jesus Perez Many students enjoyed the back to in the interview, “I had a lot of fun school softball tournament. It was a playing in the tournament.” chance to have a little fun before the The softball tournament was not school year really kicked off. only an enjoyable experience for the The Student Council President Macy students, but it is also an opportuniKennedy said, “It went good we had ty for upcoming freshmen to get to a lot of people show up and partici- know their fellow school mates. pate. We should keep doing it in the Freshman Angelica Rodriguez said, future because I think it’s a good “The softball tournament was better way to get people involved with than I expected it to be. I also each other.” Positive feeling where thought that the water balloon fight also spread by the entire junior class was a lot of fun, even though I fell.” which where the victors of the tourIn the first game, the seniors and the nament. sophomores went into battle, and Robert Gutierrez of the winning Jun- the seniors came out victorious. The ior Class, expressed his thoughts, “I second game was between the knew we would make it to the finals freshmen and juniors. In that game, but I knew playing the seniors would the juniors won with nine points and be a huge challenge knowing the the freshman had two. That led to talent they had.” He also added later the third and fourth place game be-

tween the freshmen and the sophomores. Sophomores won that game seven points and the freshmen had two points. Then the seniors and the junior played in the championship, where the juniors came in victorious. The juniors had seven points and the seniors only had two.

to practices because she could have time to catch up with friends. Something she wished to do more was hangout with friends and maybe go to a couple more concerts because they are fun! She wouldn’t go back and do anything because she was busy and had things to finish.

watching the baseball game because he likes it and his team won! He also said that he would go back because he loved being out in the atmosphere and the weather.

The third and final person I had interviewed and actually went out of town was Brendyn Nordyke. For his summer vacation, he went to Tennessee to eat dinner and watch a concert! His family went to watch

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Jason Aldean and Thomas Rhett. Brendyn also went to St. Louis, Missouri to watch a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game. He enjoyed it because he had gone to a place they had never been to before, so it was a good experience. Brendyn’s favorite part about his vacation was

It was and enjoyable experience and many people are looking forward to attending next year.

Yaniel Vidal running bases.

Everyone seemed to enjoy their summer while everyone else did numerous things. Even though school has already started, I hope everyone has a good year!

By Flor Orozco Something that has been talked about is the made up robbery that Ryan Lochte came up with. He claims that he and his fellow swimmers were robbed at gunpoint in a Rio gas station. The real story was they were celebrating after the swimming competition and were intoxicated. They stopped at a gas station, where they were told not to use the restrooms, but the men walked in and trashed it. Some believed that the story didn’t make sense, so it went under investigation. The “robbery” was caught on tape. The men went to the gas station and were seen leaving the restroom. It also revealed that they were never robbed. Lochte had admitted to exaggerating the story and

apologized for it.

ones that cheated multiple times, are pointing the finger at the one In other celebrity news, Justin that were forgiving and supportive, Bieber has deleted his Instagram. no wonder fans are mad. Sad. All OMG! He’s been dating a new girl love.” Some fans have actually named Sofia Richie. She is a 18-yearstopped being “Beliebers” because old model. His fans have been hating of Bieber’s actions. on their relationship until Bieber finally snapped and threated to You may have heard the situation of make his account private. ”I’m gon- Colin Kaepernick. During the preseana make my Instagram private if you son games, he hasn’t been standing guys don’t stop the hate,” wrote up for the national anthem. He beBieber. Soon after his ex-girlfriend lieves he shouldn’t stand for a counSelena Gomez stepped in defending try that oppresses Africanhis fans stating, “If you can’t handle Americans. His coach has said that is the hate then stop posting pictures his right to not stand. Many have of your girlfriend lol –it should be their opinions of this matter. special between the two only. Don’t The news has been trending this be mad at your fans. They love you. month and will be continuing to They were there for you before any- trend more as months pass. one.” She also said, “Funny how the

By Paulina Rodriguez One of my favorite parts of the year is going back-to-school shopping. I am a very highly opinionated person when it comes to fashion. Living in a small town like Holly, fashion isn’t very popular. People will judge you on how you look if it’s different. It would be completely different if we lived in a city. You usually don’t see people wearing dresses and heels on a daily basis. Since I don’t care what people say, I will wear whatever pleases me. I think everyone should think like me when it comes to fashion. Be confident and be proud.

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hipster chic. My favorite color of loose shirts are maroon, olive green, and mustard yellow. If you don’t own a denim shirt, go buy one! You can go to Ross, Rue 21, Burlington, or any of those cheap mall stores. Denim shirts go good with any type of jeans. You can go I absolutely LOVE denim! Denim denim jeans with denim shirt or jeans go great with anything. Ripped denim shirt with colored jeans. You denim jeans are my favorite, but can go light or dark in denim shirts they have to be scattered ripped. as well. You could go light denim or dark Joggers are trending now-a-days. I denim. Any loose shirt with denim think joggers go very well with guys. jeans will be comfortable, yet look

By Leo Martinez and Josue Peña Drake bows down to Eminem! Drake stops by Detroit, Michigan to meet Eminem for a supposed “rap battle.” At the end of the day he ends up running away with his tail between his legs to nobodies’ surprise, bowing down to the rap god himself, Eminem. In other music news, Matt Roberts the original guitarist to the famous 2000s band Three Doors Down is found dead at the age of 38. An autopsy is pending the results of his death but it is suspected that he died of a drug over21 Pilots album Blurrydose. Now I’m face going to give the shout out of the week to Twenty One Pilots. If you haven’t heard their new song heathens, I highly recommend it. This band will give you a tasty mix of indie, rock, and pop music all in one band. So get out of your comfort zone and go ahead and give them a listen!

Suicide Squad is the long awaited movie from Warner Bros. It is the second DC film to come out this year with the first being Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. The movie is directed by David Ayer whose other notable works include Training Day and End of Watch.

I personally think girls shouldn’t wear joggers. They should just stick with regular sweats or yoga pants. Guys wear joggers to dress up. They can buy them in different colors. My favorite colored joggers for guys are the khaki colored ones.

Jesus Perez (also known as Chuy) has been known for his shoe game. I will give you some advice so you can be on his level. I think every girl should own a pair of booties. Booties can go with skinny jeans or dresses. Nike Roshe shoes are my

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I thought the movie was a lot of fun. The biggest positive about this movie is without a doubt the cast. They could not have chosen a better cast for this movie. Their chemistry together worked really well, and their friendships felt real and believable. The movie focuses more on Will Smith and Margot Robbie’s characters, Deadshot and Harley Quinn. They both did amazing jobs. Will Smith as Deadshot was pretty much Will Smith has an amazing costume, and it works well in the film. His personality fits with the borders of this world. Margot Robbie played Harley Quinn perfectly, making you sympathize for her towards the end. Viola Davis plays Amanda Waller. I

thought she did an outstanding job. She was very intimidating and ruthless. Jai Courtney as Captain Boomerang was very fun, but felt much underutilized. Enchantress was a little hard to take seriously in the last act. The others were also good. Katana was not given enough screen time or enough backstory for us to feel emotionally tied to her. She was the biggest missed opportunity. This movie I think will satisfy the general audiences who just want to see a summer blockbuster. Hardcore fans should be pleased with the characters though they may find the plot to be weak, lackluster, and filled with holes. Despite its flaws there is still a ton of enjoyment to be had.

favorite for men, especially all white or black. Everyone has different styles and opinions. Just make sure to always be confident and make the right fashion choices.

JUNIOR HIGH

HIGH SCHOOL

FACULTY

Favorite Color?

Favorite Color?

Favorite Color?

Yellow

Lime Green

Black and Gold

Favorite Food?

Favorite Food?

Favorite Food?

Ribs

Buffalo Wings

Calamari

Favorite Movies?

Favorite Movies?

Favorite Movies?

Max

Forest Gump

Boondock Saints

How many siblings do you have?

How many siblings do you have?

How many siblings do you have?

One

One

One

How many pets? 2 cats 1 dog

How many pets?

What are your hobbies? Football Basketball Baseball

What are your hobbies?

How many pets? 2 cats 1 dog 1 lizard What are your hobbies? Fishing Skiing Riding motorcycles

Future Plans?

Future Plans?

Future Plans?

Have a good job

Marine

Superintendent

Biggest Fear?

Biggest Fear?

Biggest Fear?

Going out to the dark

To not amount to anything

Clowns

Biggest Pet Peeve?

Biggest Pet Peeve?

Biggest Pet Peeve?

When people trash stuff

Jordan Lozano

“I can’t”

2 dogs

Lifting Weights

Bring your answers to Jesus Perez, Marie Gomez, or Trace Salzbrenner for your chance to win a candy bar!

Need advice? If so, you can now ask Wanda of the Wildcat Word. Wanda will answer questions submitted in Mrs. Frey’s room. Answers will be published in the next issue of the Wildcat Word.