Money for the scholarships is made available from the Remembrance and General Funds of the Auxiliary. Remembrance funds are received in the form of memorial donations.

Deadline for applications is April 15, 2012. The winners are chosen by May 15. For more information and a scholarship application contact Vicki Krupp, Calumet Medical Center Auxiliary, N2116 Orchard Road, New Holstein, Wis., 53061, 920-286-1017.

On Monday, the school welcomed Rick Allen as a special guest. Allen wove an anti- bullying program into his magic act, which included doves appearing from tissues and levitating volunteers. Students got to invite their special someone to school for lunch on Wednesday's Special Person Day, and Thursday is Appreciation Day for the students who will enjoy popcorn and a movie in the afternoon.

Throughout the week the students have an opportunity to test their trivia knowledge in the Knowledge-a-thon, and the Student Council is sponsoring "dress up for fun" days. The week ends with the traditional Roller-skating trip to Skate City for the students and their families on Friday.

The 16 counties that comprise the Diocese of Green Bay include 8,545 students enrolled at 53 Catholic elementary and middle schools, and 2,231 students at six high schools.

"We, as a diocese, along with the whole nation, celebrate the great teaching and learning occurring in our schools during Catholic Schools Week," said Dr. Joseph Bound, director of education. "I encourage you to visit one of our schools during this week to see and experience the wonderful education of which we are so proud."

"Catholic schools provide us with the best opportunity to evangelize, catechize and educate our Catholic youth in the rich traditions of the Church," said John Reetz, assistant superintendent of schools. "By instilling these values in our students, we prepare young Catholics to be active members in their parishes and communities as adults."

Reetz said Catholic Schools Week provides an opportunity to celebrate the richness of Catholic education and to reflect on its hallmarks as an institution of learning that combines Catholic identity with strong academics.

"Catholic schools are more important than ever," said Jane Schueller, curriculum and instruction director. "Our youth are growing up in a fast-paced secular world. Our Catholic schools give students and families the opportunity to experience a culture of learning built around love and faith in God. This faith-filled experience will impact our students for the rest of their lives."

Each school will hold special events and prayer services. The attached schedule includes Mass details for specific school systems and individual schools.

Catholic Schools Week was established in 1974. It is sponsored jointly by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the National Catholic Educational Association.

Austin Mueller, a junior, recently won a spot in the Senate Scholar Program. He will be in Madison from February 19-24 to draft mock legislation with state representatives, meet with the media, see lobbyists, intern on the Senate floor for a day and hold a mock committee hearing. Austin is one of only 33 juniors and seniors from around the state chosen to take part in this program.

Austin was interested in this program because he wants to become a lawyer later in life. His plan is to use this experience to help him see what it takes to be involved in the law and politics. "The Senate Scholar Program is an excellent opportunity to become involved in state politics at one of the most exciting moments in recent memory," said Austin.

The Senate Scholar Program is a week-long educational opportunity for juniors and seniors across the state with a very competitive application process.
Starting in November, Austin had to submit a resume and take a test about Wisconsin's history and government; he also needed teacher recommendations. There are three periods in which students are able to attend this program: January 12 to the 17, February 12-17 and February 19-24. Eleven of the total 33 students selected will attend each of the trips.

Austin will stay at the Concourse Hotel in downtown Madison for the week. The hotel is just two blocks from the State Capitol.

For more information on this program, visit the following website: senatescholar.com.

Hunter's parents are Holly and Tim Gambsky, and he has a sister named Makayla. He also has a black lab named Chase. Hunter's extracurricular activities include band and martial arts, and in his free time he likes to play video games or with Legos. In the future, Hunter would like to become a fish farmer or a Lego designer.

Cheyenna's parents are Jennifer and Matthew Schwobe, and she has a sister named Natalie. Cheyenna's pets include Hershey, Harley and Cooper, and in her spare time she likes scrapbooking and playing DSi. Cheyenna hopes to become massage therapist when she is older.

Isaac's parents are Lori and Roger Jandrey, and his siblings are Ethan and Taylor. Outside of school, Isaac is involved with football, basketball and baseball, and, in his free time, he enjoys four-wheeling and hunting. Isaac plans to become a construction worker in the future.

Maleny's parents are Maria and Zenaido Capetillo, and she has two sisters named Daniela and Jocelyn. Maleny belongs to the Library Club at school, and she likes to read in her spare time. Maleny plans to become an author when she is older.

Amy's parents are Beverly and Wayne Schmitz, and she has two brothers, Zachary and Nathan, and a sister, Renee. She also has a dog named Maggie. Outside of class, Amy plays volleyball and basketball during the school year, and enjoys soccer and softball during the spring and summer. Amy is also involved with Jesus & Company, and she likes to read and play her clarinet in her free time. In the future, Amy plans to attend college and study to become a teacher.

David's parents are Mary Jo and Rick Weber, and he has a younger sister named Sarah. David also has a dog named Maggie. David's extra-curricular activities include playing trombone in the school band, singing in the school choir and playing basketball. Outside of school, David enjoys baseball and football. He also plays piano and is involved with Jesus & Company. After graduation, David plans to attend college and study architecture or music.

Kristin's parents are Ann and Steve Bartel, and she has a brother named Joe.
She also has a dog named Harry. Outside of class, Kristin is involved with volleyball, basketball, track and Peer Helpers. She also enjoys reading, dancing and hanging out with her family. Kristin would like to become a writer in the future.

David's parents are Joan and Gerry Karls, and he has a sister, Emily, and two younger brothers, Jon and Mike. He also has a dog named Sophie. David plays basketball and is a member of the Chilton Youth Club. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, four-wheeling and camping with his family. In the future, David would like to become a carpenter.

Rachel is an Honor Student, having attained Gold Honor Roll status all four years of high school. She has been a member of the National Honor Society for two years.

At school Rachel has been a member of TNT, the Spanish Club, the Science Club and the Robotics Club. This year she is also serving as class treasurer. She is a member of the band. She has participated in the State Solo/Ensemble competition. Rachel's sports involvement includes four years playing softball and three years playing volleyball.

Rachel is very active with 4-H. She has been a member of the Chilton Tip Top Club for nine years. She has served as the club's treasurer and vice president. At the Calumet County Fair she received Market Animal awards numerous times, with her highest being Grand Champion.

Through the county organization, she attended the 4-H Leaders Conference. She was selected to attend the Citizens Washington Focus Trip, a 4-H trip to Washington, D.C. She has participated in the 4-H Exchange for four years, hosting and staying with students from Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Montana and Colorado.

Through the International 4-H exchange, Rachel and her family hosted a girl from Korea. She has been designated a 4-H Outstanding Member.

In her free time, Rachel enjoys reading, hanging with her friends and camping with her family in the summer.

After graduation she plans to continue her education at UW Lacrosse, with a major in biology and then on to Northern Colorado for pre-med studies.

Day upon day of headline news leaves us to conclude that, overall, 2011 was not the best year. Here are just a few of the main stories that plagued us throughout that span.

The event that kicked off 2011 and set the tone for the new year was the attempted assassination of congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords in Tucson, Arizona, on Jan. 8.

Shortly after, on Feb. 6, the Cheeseheads, led by Aaron Rodgers, won the Super Bowl, defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 31 to 25. Aaron celebrated with a post-game "belt dance," a move which can now be seen in State Farm commercials.

About two months later, in response to accusations made mostly by celebrity Donald Trump, President Obama released his birth certificate on April 27. This proved that, without a doubt, he is a U.S. citizen and that, despite the beliefs of some, his parents did not forge his birth certificate after his birth in, say, Nigeria, move to Hawaii and then proceed to fake a birth announcement in the Honolulu paper in the chance that later in life Barack would want to become president of the United States.

Then, on May 2, Osama bin Laden, one of the FBI's ten most wanted fugitives, was killed in a firefight with American forces at his Pakistan compound, causing much rejoicing back in the States. And three weeks later, on May 21, the world failed to end, disproving yet another prophecy made by Christian broadcast group operator Harold Camping.

On June 24, New York made headlines when it publicly defied the Bible, becoming the largest state to legalize same-sex marriage.

The nation was shocked when, on July 5, in Orlando, Florida, a jury found Casey Anthony not guilty of murder, manslaughter and child abuse in the 2008 disappearance and death of her 2-year-old daughter. Later that summer, on July 17, the Women's World Cup title match was tied 2-2 after overtime; Japan outscored the U.S. 3-1 in a penalty-kick shootout to win the championship, giving Americans yet another reason to stick to real sports – like stock car racing.

On Sept. 11, we commemorated the 10-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers. Later that month, on Sept. 20, the repeal of the U.S.
military's 18-year-old "don't ask, don't tell" compromise took effect, allowing gay and lesbian service members to "come out of the closet" and serve openly.

Later that fall, on Oct. 5, Apple Inc. cofounder Steve Jobs died of cancer at the age of 56.

On Nov. 7 – two years and five months after the King of Pop's death – a Los Angeles jury convicts Michael Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, of involuntary manslaughter for supplying an anesthetic implicated in MJ's death. Will he ever rest in peace?

That's a wrap. Now, fortunately, we can all feel satisfied that 2011 has finally come to an end. Cheers to 2012.

Chilton High School's Class of 2012 took its senior class trip to New York City over winter break. Twenty-nine students took part.

The senior class advisers, Mr. Doug Kliment and Mrs. Bonnie Mallmann, and a couple of the parents of students chaperoned.

Mrs. Mallmann said, "Chilton High School seniors were amazing, and because of that, everyone had a great time."

The seniors started off their trip by piling onto a bus on Dec. 26, driving overnight to the Big Apple. The first stop on the tour was Ellen's Stardust Café, a retro 1950s themed diner.

That night they went to the Empire State Building Observatory, which many agreed was one of the numerous memorable highlights of the trip.

"My favorite part was going to the Empire State Building because it had an amazing view at night," said senior Harry Barany.

The next day the seniors took a ferry to Liberty Island. Then they enjoyed an afternoon city tour, which included stops at Madison Square Garden, Greenwich Village, Times Square and Chinatown.

Later that night, they ate dinner at the new Hard Rock Café New York, which is located in the heart of Times Square. After dinner, the students saw "Spider-Man," a Broadway play.

"'Spider-Man' was the most amazing part about the New York trip," said senior Ryan Mueller.

On the last day of the seniors' trip, they woke up bright and early to visit ABC's "Good Morning America" to be a part of the outside audience.

After standing outside in the cold there, the seniors were able to go inside and "crash the set" of the NBC studios and see behind the scenes of some of their favorite shows.

To end their New York City trip, they took a tour of Grand Central Terminal before returning home on Dec. 30.

Applicants must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin, and must demonstrate ambition to pursue and obtain a Wisconsin Cheesemaker License, a lengthy process that can take as long as 18 months, requires the attendance at five cheesemaking courses, and 240 hours of apprenticeship with an existing licensed Wisconsin cheesemaker.

"During the last decade, Wisconsin has become home to more than 60 artisan and specialty cheesemakers, many of whom choose the dairy state because of its reputation for quality, innovation and infrastructure," said Jeanne Carpenter, Executive Director of Wisconsin Cheese Originals. "At the same time, we know many aspiring cheesemakers are waiting in the wings. This scholarship aims to helps one new Wisconsin artisan cheesemaker earn his or her license every year."

The 2012 Wisconsin Licensed Cheesemaker Scholarship application is due to Wisconsin Cheese Originals on March 1, with the recipient chosen by a review committee and notified by April 1. Applications may be downloaded from wisconsincheeseoriginals.com. To learn more, contact Carpenter at 608-358-7837.

A judging committee will review all funding requests that are properly completed and postmarked by the Jan. 15 deadline. Applications can be downloaded from wisagclassroom.org (Teachers Information tab) and must be typed. Items considered when evaluating the applications include quality and uniqueness of the agricultural lesson, activity or project, integration of agriculture into a variety of curriculum areas, alignment with Wisconsin Model Academic Standards, assessment methods used to evaluate student's knowledge and quality of application.

The proposed project must be targeted to grades pre-K through 12 and should enhance student knowledge of the contribution made by agriculture. Projects that use funds toward an ongoing education effort will receive preference over those that involve a one-time program. For more information about the teacher mini-grants, contact Darlene Arneson at 608-828-5719 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .