The Husky Howler

The MCHS' Production of The Wizard of Oz

The Wizard of Oz Cast and Credits:

Students from MCMS and MCHS who performed in The Wizard of Oz

Written by Ryan Bair and Juiliona Ritter

The MCHS Drama Club performed The Wizard of Oz on February 23-25, 2024. The performance took place at Mifflin County High School in Lewistown, P.A. The play’s turnout was excellent--every night of the production had a packed auditorium.
The costume designer and hair makeup team did a great job. The audience loved the show and, once it was over, everyone clapped.
After this year's play, some of the Drama Club students got the opportunity to travel to New York City on April 24, 2024 to see the musical Wicked on Broadway. Those who went on the trip were really excited to see the professional performance.
The MCHS Drama Club performed a showcase for The Wizard of Oz at the Ice Festival in Lewistown on November 30, 2023 and was also featured in Lewistown’s Christmas parade. Those who participated in the play did a great job and we hope to see everyone featured in next year's production.

Director - Chris Ruble
Advisors- Erin Campbell and Sonya Riden
Producer- Allison Echard
Playbill Director- Gina Moore
Technical Directors- Matt Moore, Tyson Eckley, Ethan Kauffman, and Paul “Butch” Richard
Set Design- Kevin Reigle
Stage Manager- Cassidy Reed
Choreographer- Jade Ruble
Production Staff - Frankie Zannino
Costume Designer- Amy Graham
Set Production Team- Aimee Hubley, Jennifer Hartzler, and Sara Sutton
Playbill Production Team - Ashlie Crosson and Aaron Specht
Hair & Makeup- Amanda Baker and Jennifer McElwain
MCMS students in the play- Adriana Altiery, Ryan Bair, Madison Barger, Patton Carper, Cameron Demi, Josi Foltz, Maeci Gipe, Ava Harper, Daisy Kline, Khloe Kneep, Alexa McChesney, Rylee Perterson, Cora Rankin, Juiliona Ritter, Aaliyah Rowe, Eleanor Rowe, Kynnedi Shank, Lily Stilwell, Addi Weaver, Aliyah Wileman, Isabella Woodward, and Aubrie Yoder

Credits & Content

Advisors & Chief Editors

Mrs. Heimbach
Mrs. Smith

Writers

Ryan Bair, 6th Grade
Juiliona Ritter, 6th Grade
Emily Dickson, 6th Grade
Graceann Bair, 7th Grade

Photographers

Stories

Content Contributors

A note from the editors:

Juiliona Ritter, 6th Grade
Emily Dickson, 6th Grade

Yeudiel Maldonado-Rosario, 6th Grade
Cora Rankin, 7th Grade
Katelynn Rupert, 7th Grade
Izabella McCaffrey, 7th Grade
Julianna DeArmitt, 7th Grade
Maeve Moyer, 7th Grade

The MCHS Production of The Wizard of Oz - Feature
Stall Day - Page 4 & 5
Activity Night - Page 6 & 7
MCMS Spring Artists of the Month, Day of the Arts - Page 8 through 11

Newspaper Club had its final meeting of the 2023-2024 school year on Wednesday, May 29 to celebrate the release of MCMS' very first edition of The Husky Howler.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Joe's OIP of Lewistown, PA for their generous contribution of delicious pizzas, snacks, and refreshments for our publishing celebration. Every bite was truly enjoyed!

Additionally, we want to express our gratitude to all the MCMS faculty, staff, and students for their support, as well as those who helped contribute to the content of this edition. We truly appreciate all of your assistance and couldn't have accomplished this without you!

Meet the Team

The team who made the 2023-2024 edition of The Husky Howler possible

Ryan Bair, Writer

Graceann Bair, Writer

Pictured from left to right:

Juiliona Ritter,
Writer & Photographer

Emily Dickson,
Writer & Photographer

Mrs. Heimbach, Editor & Advisor

Mrs. Smith, Editor & Advisor

Stall Day

Written by Emily Dickson

The Student Council hosted Stall Day on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at MCMS. Stall Day got its name because it's a day when classes are put on hold so homeroom teachers can count the money in their containers before starting classes.

MCMS students brought money March 6 through 13 to put in their homeroom's container. On March 13th, homeroom teachers counted the coins brought in. Student Council gave a sweet treat to the top three first period classes who brought in the most money.

Mrs. Haines and Mr. Hetrick, advisors of the Student Council, explained that the more funds raised by students for Stall Day, the greater the positive impact on children battling cancer.

MCMS helps children fight cancer

Images (clockwise)
Mrs. Haines, Mrs. Hartman, Miss Rowles, Mr. Runk, and Mr. Whited

Stall Day proceeds were donated to MCHS' Mini Thon event. The money raised during Mini Thon goes to Four Diamonds cancer treatment center in Hershey, PA to help children fighting cancer.

Miss Rowles, Mr. Palopoli, and Mr. Runk praise Stall Day for being an event that helps kids in need. Mr. Hartsock highlights that the main goal is to raise money for children who most need it. Ms. Fosselman points out that Stall Day provides much-needed funds for the less fortunate.

Mrs. Lightfoot explains that Stall Day not only raises money for kids but also allows them to have a good time while the teachers handle the fundraising. Dr. Himler emphasizes that Stall Day is a great way for the school to give back to the community and have some fun in the process.

Stall Day was a great time for students, who were excited to be able to play games and be on their phones while teachers counted the money raised.

Activity Night

Written by Ryan Bair and Juiliona Ritter

Activity Night took place at MCMS on Friday, March 22, 2024, and was a night of fun for everybody.

Some of the teachers who attended Activity Night included Miss Rowles, Ms. Faith, Mrs. Macknair, Mr. Hetrick, Mrs. Sheetz, and Mrs. Yu.

The games featured at Activity Night were Gaga Ball, Corn Hole, Capture the Flag, and bowling.

Miss Rowles was in charge of cornhole.

“Corn hole is a lawn sport. You have to get the corn hole bags in the opponent's corn hole board to get the opponent out,” Miss Rowles says.

Miss Faith was in charge of Gaga Ball. What is Gaga Ball, you might ask?

“Gaga Ball is like dodgeball but on the floor,” Miss Faith says. “You have to hit the opponent’s legs to get them out.”

A night of fun for everyone

Images (clockwise)
Mr. Varner - Superintendent of Mifflin County School District, Miss Rowles, Mr. Hetrick, Mr. Strawser - Assistant Principal of MCMS, Mrs. Macknair - Principal of MCMS

Images (clockwise)
Ms. Faith, Students, Mr. Strawser and students, Mrs. Yu, Mrs. Sheetz

Mrs. Sheetz ran games of Capture the Flag.

“In the game of Capture the Flag, each team has four cones. You have to get the other opponent’s cones and not get tagged,” Mrs. Sheetz says.

Mrs. Yu was in charge of bowling. Mr. Hetrick mentions that he was there for all of the activities, but likes corn hole best.

The presence of Mr. Varner, Superintendent of MCSD, was warmly welcomed by both students and teachers during Activity Night as everyone gathered to enjoy the festivities.

Two of the students who attended Activity Night, Owen Haubert and Josie Sunderland, gave rave reviews. They had a blast!

"Activity Night is awesome because you can hang out with friends, and it is fun because you can go bowling,” Owen Haubert said.

"I came to them all,” Josie Sunderland said. “I like to go because I get to hang out with friends.”

Activity Night was so awesome that many agree they can't wait until the next one!

Art

MCMS' Spring Artists of the Month

Day of the

April

March

May

Written by Graceann Bair

In March, April, and May of the 2023-2024 school year, students who worked diligently and persisted through creative challenges to produce innovative works of art were nominated for MCMS’ Spring Artists of the Month.

The Artist of the Month student nominees for the month of March were: Vivian Koenig, Elizabeth Plank, John Kreis, Olivia Kanagy, Dominic Altamuro, Mikenna McCurdy, Faith Garland, Alyssa Bolig, Maeve Moyer, and Page Pellman.

The Artist of the Month student nominees for the month of April were: Patton Carper, Marley Marks, Colt Rauch, Jeanielys Rodriguez-Pagan, Page Pellman, Rosa Khron, Brooklyn Hook, James Ketchem, Elizabeth Plank, Cooper Gibson, Alyssa Bolig, and Emily Shirey

The Artist of the Month student nominees for the month of May were: Jeanielys Rodriguez-Pagan, Page Pellman, Bailey Armstrong, Faith Garland, Marley Marks, Izabella McCaffery, and Ataliah Richardson.

After being chosen as the Artist of the Month, the students' artwork was publicly displayed to recognize and celebrate their creative talents. These dedicated students strive to enhance their artistic skills through attentive observation and hands-on experience.