Hardesty students and faculty

showed their support for our

military and their families by

wearing purple on April 15.

“Purple Up! For Military Kids”

is a celebration designed by the

Oklahoma 4-H Program and

Military Partners to thank and

show support for military chil-

dren for the sacrifices they

make by having a parent in the

military.

Volume 5, Issue 9

May 1, 2014

HARDESTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

“PurPle uP” By: Stetson Elam

Bison bullet

Pennies For Patients 1

3rd & 4th Tournament 2

5th & 6th Egg Drop 3

Outstanding Bison 6

Graduation 8

Honor Rolls 10-12

Miles For Matt 13-14

Inside This Issue

Pennies For Patients By: Natasha Colpetzer

The Elementary raised money for The Leukemia and Lym-

phoma Society Fundraiser, Pennies for Patients, during the time period

of March 24 through April 4. The total money raised was $300.00

from all four classes! The preschool and kindergarten raised $65.00,

first and second raised $45.00, and fifth and sixth raised $50.00. The

class with the highest amount of money raised was the third and fourth

grade with a whopping total of $150.00. Congratulations to Marcial

Diaz, third grade, for collecting the greatest amount of donations! We

are so proud to say that $300.00 will be going to research for the Leu-

kemia and Lymphoma Society. Thank you to all the community mem-

bers for donating to this great cause!

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Looman, Alexis Faris,

Jose Hernandez, Blaze

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Back Row, L to R: Mr.

Faris, Mr. Mariconda,

Stetson Elam

Thank you to all who came out to

support the 3rd & 4th grade students

at their tournament on April 12! We

appreciate all who volunteered their

time to make this event a success.

P A G E 2 B I S O N B U L L E T

3rd & 4th Grade Tournament By: Felicia Bowman

Photos By: Conchita Hernandez

P A G E 3

“Runners to your Mark!”

By: Jose Hernandez

This year Hardesty Schools has co-opted with Balko

Schools for track and field. There are four students participat-

ing: Madison Gibson, Alexis Faris, Brendan Scott, and my-

self. We all have had our fair share of success. Brendan and I

participated in the throwers relay in Meade, Kansas and won

the gold medal. Madison, being the most successful, has got-

ten two 3rd place medals in the 800 meter relay, a 1st place in

the 800 meter relay, and a 1st place in the mile relay. Alexis

and I have both greatly improved on our time on the 800 me-

ter run. We will strive and continue to improve with more of

practice. The High School Regional Track Meet will be on

May 3, at Laverne and the State Track Meet will be May 9-10

in Midwest City.

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“Splat!” It was that time of year again for the annual Egg Drop at Hardesty. The sixth graders

competed against one another to see who makes the best contraption for their egg while it drops to its

doom. Mr. Cano was our egg dropper for this year’s event. He climbed the tower many feet up in the

air. This year was an exciting year for the elementary as they all gathered outside to see who would

win the 2014 Egg Drop! Kaley Whisenhunt, Serenity Gothard, and Jocelyn Amador were the last

three finalists. On the second drop, the eggs belonging to Kaley and Serenity dropped to their death.

Jocelyn's egg lived through the torture of the second round, but it was sadly broken after being

dropped on the third round. Good job to all the sixth graders and a big congratulations to Jocelyn

Amador for winning this year’s Egg Drop contest!

Egg Drop

By: Natasha Colpetzer

L to R: Jarima Rivera,

Ben Hernandez, Alonzo

Hernandez, Jocelyn

Amador, Serenity

Gothard, and Kaley

Whisenhunt

L to R: Alexis Faris, Brendan Scott, Jose Hernan-

dez, and Madison Gibson

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The Amazing Spider-

Man 2

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 con-

tinues the story of the Amazing

Spider-Man. Spider-man (a.k.a.

Peter Parker) must fight a unity

of villains including Rhino,

Electro, and

the Green Gob-

lin. In the proc-

ess he discov-

ers secrets and

a possible con-

spiracy involv-

ing his dis-

eased parents.

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is set

to be released May 2.

V O L U M E 5 , I S S U E 9

A Sequel, A Remake, and A Continuation

By : Abram R ivera

Godzilla

Godzilla is a remake of the origi-

nal 1954 Godzilla movie. Al-

though not much information

about the movie has been re-

leased, I have heard that it will

include two other

monsters that

Godzilla will

fight. It will be a

giant action

packed movie

with an intense

story. Godzilla is

set to release

May 16.

X-Men: Days of Future

Past

X-Men: Days of Future Past is a con-

tinuation to the original X-Men tril-

ogy. This time around, Logan (a.k.a.

Wolverine) is sent into the past to

change the outcome of the death of

all mutants and humans. The new X-

men is set to release

May 23.

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Since my employment at the theater, I have watched many trailers to upcoming movies. In my

opinion, May is going to be the most exciting month for movies this year. Here are a few movies I recom-

mend for the month of May.

Pre-Kindergarten 2014-2015 Roundup By: Ms. Whisenhunt

All students, who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2014, and their parents, are invited to meet Mrs. Krista Stinson and tour the classroom on Monday, May 12 , from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Parents should plan to complete enroll-ment forms and bring their child’s birth certificate, Social Se-curity card, and immunization records. We will be accepting open enrollment until June 1. If you have any questions, please call the school at 580-888-4258.

P A G E 6 B I S O N B U L L E T

Outstanding Bison B y : S t e t s o n E l a m

Tony Celleli is the 3rd grade son of

Juan and Silva Celleli. His favorite

school subject in school is P.E.

Blaze Elam is the 5th grade son of Bruce &

Brenda Elam. Blaze’s favorite school sub-

ject is recess because it is fun.

Taylor Looman is the 8th grade daughter of Jill

Looman and Troy Ansley. Taylor’s favorite

Peter Guerra is the 11th grade son of Louis & Samra

Guerra and Kim Rutledge. Peter’s favorite subjects

in school are science and history because they in-

volve using the internet.

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4th - 6th

7th - 9th

10th - 12th

To me, music is a very interesting and alluring subject. There are many interesting facts about

music which may not be widely known. Some are about health, others about famous musical icons, but, all-in-

all, I hope you enjoy these random facts.

Did you know it has been proven that a person’s heart conforms to the beat of the music they are listen-

ing to? Also, if you listen to music while exercising, you can physically improve your performance. Scientific

studies also show that music helps plants grow faster.

Did you know that Elvis Presley did not write any of his songs? This is very significant to me since he

has been deemed the King of Rock ‘n Roll. I also found it interesting that the inventor of the extremely famous

Stratocaster guitar, Leo Fender himself, could not play the guitar. Ironically, Barry Manilow did not write the

song “I Write the Songs,” one of his greatest hits. Finally, none of the Beatles’ band members could read mu-

sic.

The world’s smallest guitar is about the size of a cell. It was made at Cornell University in Ithaca, New

York. It is made of crystalline silicon and has six strings that are about 50 nanometers wide. If these strings are

plucked they make a sound that cannot be heard by the human ear. The world’s largest piano is a Challen Con-

cert Grand, made in 1935. It is 11 feet, 8 inches long and weighs over a ton. It is currently located in France.

I am going to end this on a slightly darker note. Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame musician Jimi Hendrix’s

headstone has a fender Stratocaster carved on it. The headstone of Avenged Sevenfold’s late drummer James

“The Rev” Sullivan reads, “He used to drum with us. He’s drumming with God now.” For a positive grand fi-

nale, Frank Sinatra’s headstone reads, “The Best Is Yet To Come.”

If you want to find more interesting facts, you can visit http://www.factslides.com/s-Music or http://

www.eugeneportman.com/pages/other-information/music-interesting-facts.htm#.U0wGoI1OXIU.

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P A G E 7

Things you probably didn't know about music

By : Jo se He rnand e z

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Proudly Presents

“Tunes on Tuesday” Featuring

Pre K - 6th grade

J H Choir

H S Choir

Directed by Tisha Hegwood

Emcee: Peter J. Guerra

Hardesty School Auditorium

Come Join Us for a Night of Music

May 13, 2014

at 6:30 p.m.

Throughout life people go through so many changes. There is always something that

comes out of a situation, whether it is good or bad. One of the most exciting, but yet scariest,

events would be graduation. Graduation is the end of high school, and the beginning of life.

The Class of 2014 invites everyone to come and be a part of their graduation on May

18, 2014. The Baccalaureate will begin at 11 a.m.. A meal, prepared by the Hardesty FFA and

the Music Department, will be served at noon. Adults tickets will be $8 and children (up to

6th grade) $5. Tickets will be available May 1 - 14 from any 7th, 8th, 10th, or 12th Grade stu-

dent. For more information about tickets, contact the school at 580-888-4258. The Gradua-

tion ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m. Come celebrate the graduation of the Hardesty High

School Class of 2014!

P A G E 8 B I S O N B U L L E T

Our Time Here Comes To An End By: Natasha Colpetzer

Kindergarten Graduation By: Felicia Bowman

Class of 2014

Hardesty Elementary

Kindergarten Graduation

Class of 2014

May 22, 2014

8:30 a.m.

Hardesty Schools Auditorium

P A G E 9

Book Reviews

By: Felicia Bowman

V O L U M E 5 , I S S U E 9

Books broaden the mind and spark the imagination. From fantasy to biography, books can teach some-

thing about life. Many books have great stories that open the mind to new ideas. Below

are two books that are remarkably good for teenagers and adults alike.

The Museum of Intangible Things by Wendy Wunder is an enthralling story of

two best friends, Hannah and Zoe, and their wild journey. It all begins when Zoe con-

vinces Hannah to go on a road trip after Hannah’s abusive father takes all of her college

fund money.

Zoe gives herself a mission to teach Hannah about the intangible qualities she

lacks.. How you ask? By sleeping in an IKEA store and releasing the “Kermit the Frog”

balloon just before the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Eden is a dark, cold, sunless planet on which hundreds of people live; but without a

sun, how do they survive? They live under many trees that give off light and heat. This

alien environment will immediately catch your attention as every animal and plant proves

this insane planet more and more uninviting and hostile. Dark Eden by Chris Becket will

keep readers intrigued from page one.

For more information on these books and many more, visit http://bookpage.com/.

2013-2014 Awards Assembly By : Stetson Elam

Join us on May 22 ,at 9 a.m. in the Hardesty School

Auditorium, following Kindergarten graduation, for our

2013-2014 awards assembly. We will celebrate our stu-

dents’ great achievements and prepare for an amazing

summer vacation!

P A G E 1 0 B I S O N B U L L E T

3rd Nine Weeks

Superintendent’s Honor Roll BY: Abram Rivera

1st Grade: Analisee Gonzalez 5th Grade: Josie Gibson

7th Grade: Payton Gibson

10th Grade: Madison Gibson 10th Grade: Lakin Huckins

12th Grade: Brendan Scott,

12th Grade: Dollinda Witten

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3rd Nine Weeks Principals’ Honor Roll BY: Abram Rivera

Charli Irwin Zeke Irwin Maddox McCormick Jeremiah Ramos

Michael Colpetzer Isabella Sibille Adrian Sullivan Seth Flowers

Marcial Diaz Morgan Gothard Patricia Rivera Blaze Elam

Photos By: Blunck’s

P A G E 1 2 B I S O N B U L L E T

3rd Nine Weeks Principals’ Honor Roll BY: Abram Rivera

Jocelyn Amador Serenity Gothard Shane Bowman Sasha Diaz

Theoline Hegwood Taylor Looman Nina Hernandez Michael Whiteley

Grecia Chapa David Whiteley

Alexis Faris

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P A G E 1 3 B I S O N B U L L E T

Miles for Matt

BY: Abram Rivera

We would like to invite the community to come and support Matthew McCormick and

his family at “Miles for Matt,” a fun walk or run event on Saturday, May 17, at Hardesty

Schools, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Matt is the father of 5 children: Caitlynn, Abigail, Chase,

Maddox, and Bryson. He is an alumni of Hardesty Schools, Class of 2000.

Matt was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer (K-RHS mutated Ileocecal Small Bowel Ade-

nocarcinoma December 1, 2013 where he underwent his first surgery to remove a tumor. On

April 22, 2014, he completed his second surgery, and he is currently being treated at the Can-

cer Treatment Center of America in Chicago, IL.

“Miles for Matt” will not be a competitive event, but rather a gathering of family,

friends, and community members to show our support for one of our own. All those compet-

ing in the color run will be “showered with color” as they pass each mile marker with a lunch

follow the run.

All monies raised will be given to the McCormick family for continued support

through his battle and recovery. We encourage everyone to come out and support Matt and

the participants. A “Miles for Matt” t-shirt and lunch may be purchased by anyone, not just

those entering the 5K event. An order form is included in this issue of the Bison Bullet for

your convenience. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 17 at Hardesty Schools

for a fun day of running and a great day of encouragement and support for the McCormick

For

Mathew David McCormick May 17, 2014

Beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Hardesty School

$15 - Adults (7th Grade & up) For More Information Contact:

$10 - Kids (Pre K to 6th grade) Juda Barnes - 620-482-2804

Includes T-shirt and Lunch Molly Scott - 580-461-1994 (Children not in school eat free)

Return form below by May 6, with payment

to Juda Barnes, Molly Scott, or

Becky Gilbert at Hardesty Schools

Or please mail to: PO Box 129, Hardesty OK 73944

All proceeds will go to help the McCormick family. Children T-shirt sizes: 6-8; 10-12; 14-16

Adult T-shirt sizes: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large,

$2.00 extra for 2X; $3.00 extra for 3X

Name Age Shirt Size Amount Included

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Address___________________________________________

Phone Number ____________________________________

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Photo by: Ms. Whisenhunt

L. To R.:

Abram Rivera– Reporter/Photographer

Felicia Bowman– Reporter/Photographer

Jose Hernandez– Reporter/Photographer

Natasha Colpetzer-Editor/Reporter/Photographer

Stetson Elam– Reporter/Photographer

Postal Customer

We’re on the

Web:

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Newspaper Staff

Muffins for Moms!!! Come join us on May 2nd

for breakfast and activities! All elementary moms

are welcome! Where: Hardesty School

cafeteria When: 8:00am-9:00am