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Ron and the Reel

By David Reigle

In the 9th grade Ron Schlabach created the JV fishing club. He was inspired to create the club after an exciting fishing trip with his dad and his dad's two colleagues, Rob Nelson and Mike Koetting. Schlabach marched into the office and talked to Mr.Imhoff, who then named Schlabach captain of the club. Imhoff Pond, located in Mr.Imhoff’s backyard, is the club’s fishing resort.

On this inspirational fishing trip Schlabach attended, he learned more about fishing from his dad and his dad's two work friends. He has been fishing for almost his whole life and has had many fishing mentors. Schlabach’s grandma, grandpa and mom have all taught him the art of fishing. He says that it was hard to catch his first fish, but he was very excited when he reeled in in.

Want to know more about Schlabach? He was born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio. This interesting guy has a sibling, a dog, a cat, and some cool hobbies. One of his sibling’s name is Andrea, "who is pretty cool." Peanut, the dog, and Hank, the cat, are Schlabach's two pets. Schlabach calls Hank the cat, "kitty cat." Schlabach’s two favorite hobbies are skateboarding and mountain biking. His interesting life and love of fishing complement each other well.

Ron with his "Catch of the Day" on his fishing trip.

Joey looking into his bright future.

Picture By: David Reigle

Picking Up the Torch

By David Reigle

On September 18, 2017 Joey Catalano enlisted in the Army National Guard.

This summer, Catalano will be completing basic training, and he trains every day to be prepared for it. He runs almost every day of the week. Since childhood Catalano has wanted to serve in the Army. He was inspired to serve by his grandfather, who served in Korea.

In college, Catalano plans to study something history related since history is his favorite subject. He will participate in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) during college and plans to be in the Army full time after graduating. In ten years, he sees himself as an officer in the Army, but after that, he would like be a politician or work in the government.

He was born in downtown Cincinnati and grew up in Liberty Township. He says that his family has lived in Cleveland for most of their lives, but moved to Liberty Township before he was born. When asked what his favorite food is he said, “Um...tacos...sure." His favorite class is history because he likes learning about the past. Catalano has two brothers, and one of them is also enlisted in the Army.

Classy Captain Crank Commands the Class

By: Bryan Henson

Colin Crank is the sophomore class president. This man really cares about his job at Badin and knows every single person in his class. Crank decided to get involved with student council back in grade school at St. Peter in Chains. His main goal back then was to give his classmates a direct line to the faculty.

Here at Badin, spirit Week is a big deal. One of the most important parts of the week is hallway decoration. Crank and his student council crew are still brewing up the perfect hallway theme. The sophomore class has to come out with a different game plan after finishing in fourth place last year. Most people don't know what goes into being the president and neither do we, so we asked him. The main role of the school presidents are to decide themes of school dances and the production of spirit week, as well as approving school fundraisers. Crank knows so many people because of his involvement with Badin. He is also apart of the swim team, volleyball team and is in the scholar leader academy.

Crank wants to be remembered as the president that people aren't afraid to talk to. He's just another member of Badin High School that wants to make these 4 years the funnest they can be. I think we can all agree with him when he says that the best way to improve the badin experience is to get involved. So come out and support your school, increase the attendance at badin games, and wear your colors with pride.

Joey Walsh and His Big Plans

By: Bryan Henson

Joey Walsh is the junior class president for 2017. It's a change from last year with the former president being KK Meyers. Walsh decided to get into student council because college is on the horizon for him, and he wants to build his application. As a president, Joey Walsh hopes to be remembered as a fair person, but that shant be a problem because he greets everyone with a smile no matter what. Walsh knew his responsibilities when he decided to run for student council and is happy to make any changes that will improve the outcome of this year.

Joey Walsh has big hopes for spirit week this year. Of course the goal is to win, but it's also to raise school spirit. His message was that participation in the canned food drive and decoration will give the juniors the best chance for the gold. Joey Walsh has some interesting ideas about how juniors will get the upper hand this year. In the past the canned food drive has been a door to door operation, but he's aiming bigger this year. He's hoping to contact local businesses around Hamilton that will hopefully show the same empathy and donate. Not only will we be able to help out more people in need, but the junior class will have a huge jump on the competition.

Taylor Nation

By: Bryan Henson

Taylor schermer is and in charge for her senior year. Schermer was able to defeat Caleb Meyer in the most recent elections and set her presidency in stone. She first got involved in student council her sophomore year when she served as a representative. After this, she decided that she wanted to have an even bigger role and ran for presidency senior year. As well as being the senior class president, she is also involved with ambassadors, magnified giving, Spanish club, spirit club and mentor mentees. Schermer says that, “ I want everyone to remember me for having a positive attitude in the classroom, and for having a funny and bubbly personality.”

Why would anybody even want to be part of student council? Schermer chose to take the torch because she liked being involved and wanted to use her bubbly personality to encourage others to do the same. If one thing is different at Badin from other schools, it is that every student is asked to take part. Schermer wants to make that happen. High School goes by fast, but there's lots of opportunities at Badin. Make sure you don't miss them before it's too late.

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