Pulaski News

PULASKI, WISCONSIN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2010

Mroczynski received this great honor for her wonderful service to our community; she participated in the Pulaski Centennial Cemetery Walk, is active in the American Legion yearly poppy sales, and participates in many blood drives. Mroczynski was born February 22, 1937, in New London, Wisconsin, to Edwin and Josephine Geske. She graduated from New London High School in 1955, while working at New London Hospital all through high school. After high school, Mroczynski attended St Marys School of Nursing in Milwaukee and graduated as a registered nurse in 1958. Afterword, she then worked in Milwaukee hospitals.

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After her marriage to Ray Mroczynski, they moved to Pulaski in 1967, after living in Milwaukee for seven years, where they had three children. Their children and places of residence are: Michael, Alaska; David, deceased as a baby; and Cheryl; Menominee Falls. Cheryl has four children: Alex, Cami, Kailee, and Ty. Donna continued her nursing career at Bellin Hospital until her retirement in 2003. In total, she has had over 45 years of nursing experience. Every woman is deserving of this great award. I am so thankful and shocked to receive this great honor, said Mroczynski.

Mroczynski receives Woman of Year

By Kayla Nischke On September 19, the Council of Catholic Women of Assumption B.V.M in Pulaski gathered to announce the Woman of the Year award. This award is given to a council woman every year to recognize her service in the council, church, and community. Following the 8 a.m. Mass, the council along with family members of the Catholic Woman met in Saint Francis Hall in the church basement to recognize the wonderful dedication of Donna Mae Mroczynski.
Above: Standing in the front row are members of Donna Mroczynskis family: Cami Cieslewicz, Ray Mroczynski, Donna Mroczynski, Ty Cieslewicz, Cheryl Cieslewicz, Kailee Cieslewicz, Eileen Flanagan, and Leone Humblet. Standing in the back row are Alex Cieslewicz, Mike Mroczynski, Randy Cieslewicz, Jim Mares, Sue Mares, and George Humblet.

Pulaski High School hosts Committed Pulaski Raider Night

By Sam Schwartz On September 19, Pulaski High School hosted its second annual Committed Pulaski Raider (CPR) night. This organization was started to employ Pulaski Pride, started by the board of education to enhance positive decisions from Pulaski Community School District students. All students from grades six through twelve were sent letters in the mail that included a contract and an invitation to sign the contract at the second annual CPR night. This contract states that, if signed, students will refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Those who attended the CPR night received a free t-shirt and a raffle ticket for a chance to win a new iPad. Each parent that attended the sign-up night received an extra raffle ticket for another opportunity for their child to win. During the course of this school year there will be additional activities for CPR students to attend. Possible activities include skiing/snowboarding trips, Gurnee Mall shopping trips, Brewer games, and more. Many school organizations have agreed to work side-by-side with the board of education in implementing afterschool activities to keep students drug and alcohol free throughout their teenage years. Activities, such as Friday fun nights, after school AAA classes, post-game socials, open mic nights, additional dances, open gyms, and much more, will be held throughout the school year. This is because its proven that students involved in supervised after-hour activities are more likely to avoid risk-taking behavior. PHS principal John Matczak
John Matczak, Patrick Fullerton, Nicole Olesinski (the winner of the ipad), Dan Slowey, Dexter McNabb, and Marc Klawiter are pleased with the Committed Pulaski Raider turn-out.

said, I believe the CPR program plays an intricate part in the success of our students now and in their future. Overall the administration was happy with the number of stu-

dents who signed and committed themselves to the program. Administration is hopeful that this annual event will provide a positive change now and in the future for the Pulaski community.

Pam Kercheval, Director of Business Services for the Pulaski Community School District, presents the budget at the annual meeting.

District citizens overwhelmingly adopt tax levy

Citizens of the Pulaski Community School District overwhelming supported the 20102011 tax levy at the Districts annual meeting held on September 15. Approximately 135 citizens were in attendance, and support for the tax levy was near unanimous with only six people voting not to adopt the proposed levy. The tax levy will increase slightly by approximately 2 percent. The 2010-2011 levy will be $13,926,276. The overall budget is $47,071,295. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mel Lightner said, In my short time in the Pulaski Community School District I have witnessed tremendous support for our children by community members. The overwhelming positive vote at the annual meeting of the district is just one example of the care and concern the citizens have for our children. Facing a budget deficit of approximately one million, the district made reductions to balance the budget. Those reductions included an administrator pay freeze, employee layoffs, and decreased spending on employee benefits. It was extremely difficult to balance the budget. Many difficult decisions had to be made. Fortunately, we were able to keep class sizes at a reasonable level and not cut student programs, said Lightner.

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Zoo Boo soon ready to spook

Submitted by Maria A. Lasecki, Operations Manager The NEW Zoo is pleased to announce North Shore Bank as the title sponsor for their annual Halloween event. Plans are well underway to ensure this years North Shore Bank Zoo Boo is even more spooktacular! Tickets for the North Shore Bank Zoo Boo will be available for purchase online and at several locations around the Green Bay area on September 20. Advance tickets are available for $7.00 per person. Tickets at the gate will be $9.00 per person. (Children one and under are free). Children are encouraged to come in costume and trick or treat throughout the NEW Zoo-dont forget your treat bag! The entire Zoo will be filled with festive Halloween decorations, and giant inflatable fun will be featured every night. For the brave, there will be a horse-drawn, haunted wagon ride through our Freaky Forest the first two weekends of the event. Special Moments DJ will be on hand to rock the night away each evening-dont miss the chance to join our huge dance with the NEW Zoo costumed mascots!
North Shore Bank Zoo Boo will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. on the following Friday and Saturday dates: October 15 and 16, 22 and 23, and 29 and 30. Entry gates will close at 7:30 on all dates. The Zoo will be closing at 2:30 on these dates so we can prepare for the fun! For convenience, tickets may be purchased at the following locations: North Shore Bank (all locations), Brown County Clerks Office, Festival Foods (Green Bay and Appleton), Olsens Piggly Wiggly (Howard), Halloween Express, Suamico Citgo, Shawano Country Store, and the NEW Zoo Visitor Center. Consider purchasing your tickets online at www. newzoo.org! North Shore Bank Zoo Boo is sponsored by: North Shore Bank, Festival Foods, KICKS 104.9, Green Bay Press Gazette, Moms Like Me, NEXTMEDIA, Dean Foods, Yellowbook, Halloween Express, WLUK-FOX 11, Olsens Piggly Wiggly, Schneider National Foundation, School House, Shawano Country Store, and Suamico Citgo. For more information, call (920) 434-7841 ext. 101.

Dear Editor, Would someone please tell me why this community has not supported the NEW Family Fun Day? This year it was held September 11. It stopped raining around noon. The Team worked so hard to make the picnic grounds look good. Lights, a nice tent over the band and dance floor, nice silent auction items, food and refreshments, and the special area set up for kids in the back corner. I saw some of the best face painting on the little smiling faces who entered free and won prizes besides having a lot of fun. The bands were very good: polka, country and rock. The Leo members worked the childrens area and were complimented many times on the great job they did. Proceeds are divided among the organizations who volunteered their help just like Polka Days. The PLAV and PLAVA worked the East gate. We heard some band members, a couple from Seymour, a few from Pulaski area and our members how none of us could believe the poor attendance and support from this area. Only one member of the village board came. The childrens area was pretty well attended but the rest left a lot to be desired. Jan Gracyalny

Brooke Lauritzen accepts her framed winning photo and gift certificate from Allision Laine of Dynamic Designs. Lauritzen won the community photo contest for May.

Rock and roll with Beer and Wings coming to Pulaski

Enjoy the story and sounds of Paul McCartney. Let Me Be Frank Productions is performing Beer and Wings on November 5, at 7:30 p.m., at the Pulaski High School Ripley Performing Arts Auditorium. Reserved seating tickets are $30 each and may be purchased through the Pace Office at 132 Front Street, Pulaski, by calling 822-6050, or by email at DKSchneider@ pulaski.k12.wi.us. The Pulaski community appreciates your support and proceeds benefit the Pulaski High School Music program.

than 200 words. All are subject to editing and must have your address and daytime phone number where we can confirm your letter. Letters will not be run without confirmation. Writers are limited to one letter every 30 days. Letters to the editor and articles submitted to Pulaski News may be published or distributed in print. Mail to: Pulaski News, 1040 S. St. Augustine St., Pulaski, WI 54162 Fax: (920) 822-6726 E-mail: lafischer@pulaski.k12.wi.us

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Austin-Nickolai

The community which has neither poverty nor riches will always have the noblest principles. ~Plato

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CHIEFS

Weddings

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Citizens Update

Melissa Austin and Brandon Nickolai

Melissa Austin and Brandon Nickolai were married on June 26, 2010, at St. John the Baptist Church in Green Bay with Fr. Patrick Gawrylewski presiding. Melissa is the daughter of Timothy Austin and Brenda Austin. She is a 2002 graduate of Appleton East High School and is employed at Humana. Brandon is the son of Rick Nickolai and Kathy Johnson. He is a 2001 graduate of Pulaski High School. He is a sergeant in the army and is employed at Loch Construction. Honor attendants were Dana Schubert, Maid of Honor; Wes

Schubert, Best Man; bridesmaids Courtney Austin, Jill Dudzik, Catherine Austin, Tammy Homan, and Cheyanne King; groomsmen Josh Nickolai, Joe Nickolai, Al Seivert, Travis Austin, and Kurt Hieronimczak; ushers Kevin Vandenbusch, Colin Austin, and Cory Austin. Swords-SFC. John Jarvey, Sgt. Timothy Verstegen, SPC. Andrew Vannieuwenhoven, SSG. Bucky Mahlik, Sgt. Phillip Baudhuin, and Sgt. William Piombroeck. The couple resides in Howard.

Submitted by Chief of Police Randal Dunford Reports Generated: September 10 - September 15, 2010 09/10/2010 8:00 pm - Disorderly Conduct Disturbance Pulaski Middle School Report of unclothed male running behind football field during the game. Subject ran toward the park and drove off in a small silver color vehicle prior to officer arrival. Subject later identified and admitted to act. Citations issued to a 17 year old male from Pulaski. 09/14/2010 5:40 pm - Suspicious Person/Activity - E. Glenbrook Dr. Suspicious male last seen near the Co-Op with a gun strapped to his side seen headed south down the Mountain Bay Trail. Officers searched the area unable to locate the male. Subject made contact with police the following day after seeing news reports. Subject is 28 year old Pulaski resident and army veteran. Subject determined to be legal to open carry, very knowledgeable of laws pertaining to open carry. Was not armed with weapon when on the trail or within 1,000 feet of school bus garage.

Engagements

Ryan Mueller and Ashley Styczynski

The next issue of Pulaski News is October 21

John and jean Siolka and Gary and Patricia Wouters are pleased to announce the engagement of their children. Ashley Ryan Styczynski to Ryan Berken Mueller. Ashley is a 2004 graduate of Pulaski high school, 2008 graduate of UW river falls with a bachelor degree of science in sociology and 20010 graduate of Utah State with a masters degree in environmental sociology. Ryan is a 2003 graduate of Pulaski high school and is currently manager of a Game Stop and Jimmy Johns subs. A fall wedding is being planned.

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Greatens receives White Coat

Maple Grove Countryside 4-H club meets

Submitted by Reilly Peterman, Club Reporter On September 9, the 4-H clubs Vice President Melissa Stiede called the meeting to order. This was followed by the American pledge, which was led by Austin Krueger and the 4-H pledge, which was led by Logan Reetz. Kayla Gracyalny then read the secretarys report followed by Derek Leidel with the treasurers report. The 4-H club thanks Kelsey Jo and Rory Sarenich for changing the chamber sign for the month of August. The 4-H club also thanks all who worked the food stand during the fair. This included Melissa, Erin, and Steven Stiede; Kelsey Jo and Rory Sarenich; Dalton and Shi Gracyalny; Jacob Gille; Dalton and Mallory Ruechel;
Clara Peterson; Dustin and Carson Graf; Destin Wernicke; Laura and Steven Aprill; Mason and Carter Jauquet; Reilly and Paula Peterman; Derek Leidel; Kayla and Taylor Gracyalny; Rachel Valeria; and Piper Bailey. Also a special thanks go to all of the parents who helped. Again this year the 4-H club decided to do a lawn display for 4-H week. At the September meeting, many members spoke about special awards they received and showed some of their projects from the fair. The 4-H club thanks the Aprill and Wernicke families for serving lunch at the September meeting. At the next meeting, the 4-H club will be holding the elections of officers. The next meeting will be October 14, at 7:15 p.m. at the Maple Grove Town Hall.

Rural-Urban banquet to be held

Fellow Pulaski High School graduates and medical compatriots, Marcus Greatens and Dr. John Kryger, talk together about their common hometown.

By Isabel Thyne Marcus Greatens, son of Steven and Lori Greatens, is a Pulaski native, graduating with the Pulaski High School class of 2005. Greatens continues his involvement with the Pulaski Community today; he enjoys reading Pulaski News to update himself on all happenings in Pulaski. He especially likes to keep up on how the football team is fairing each season. On August 29, Greatens received his white coat at the Class of 2014 White Coat investiture ceremony at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Marcus was thrilled to have the opportunity to meet Dr. John Kryger at the ceremony.

Dr. Kryger, son of Ron and Bernice Kryger, is a Pulaski native as well. Kryger graduated with the Pulaski High School class of 1984. Dr. Kryger has done quite well for himself since his days at PHS; he is now the Director of Pediatric Urology at American Family Childrens Hospital, President of the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association, Program Director for the University of Wisconsin Department of Urology, and President of the Wisconsin Urologic Society. Greatens and Kryger have both made PHS and all of Pulaski proud. These Pulaski High alumni surely will continue to achieve greatness in their chosen medical professions.

Dance the Night Away with the Veterans Day Dinner Dance
The Pulaski High School Jazz Club is presenting the annual Veterans Day Dinner Dance on November 13 in the Pulaski High School commons. The event is dedicated to the local veterans and will feature a threecourse dinner, a wide variety of dance music from the Pulaski Red Raider Jazz Ensemble, and a performance by the PHS Chamber Choir. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner is at 6 p.m., and the dance is from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and students; $12 for veterans, Pulaski schools staff, and kids younger than 12; and $5 for the dance portion of the evening. Proceeds benefit the Pulaski Jazz Club. Contact (920) 822-6827 for tickets or email dwtewalt@pulaski.k12.wi.us.

Tickets for the Oconto County Rural-Urban banquet, which will be held on Oct. 18 at Romys Holiday Inn Supper Club at Kelly Lake are available from the Oconto County Extension Office, Doug Allen at Little Suamico, Mrs. & Mrs. Don Buhrandt at Mountain, Ken Cisar, Oconto; Robert Dietsche, Lena; Ron Korzeniewski, Krakow; Tom Kussow, Little Suamico; Vern Mortier, Henry Reidinger, and Dick Van Ark, Oconto Falls; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Wardecke, Pound, and Ed Zahn, Oconto. Those being honored for many years of volunteer service in Oconto County are: Rose Bowen, Curtis and Sherry LaCourt, Jack Maas and Edward and Marlene Zahn from Oconto. Don and Judith Buhrandt from Mountain and Thomas Gryboski from Lakewood are the nominees. Everett and Joan Carlson, Warren and Karen Eiseth, and Clayton and Barbara Smith from the Gillett area. Those being honored from Lena are Kenneth and Diane Detrie, Donald and Marlene Jagiello, and Mavis Neta. From Oconto Falls: Norman Kratz, Verna Peterson, and Carol Coopman. Robert Wardecke from the Pound area and Dorothy Petka, and Leon Czech from the Pulaski area and from the Suring area, Helen Trever, and Corinne (Blazek) Roscoe will also be honored. For tickets call: 920834-6846.

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Town of Morgan dedicates memorial to veterans

involved with courtesy transports, helping on the runway, and V.I.P transports. I like to volunteer and meet people; its fun for me, said Ambrosius. In the award President Obama

said, We will only renew America if we all work together. Ambrosius proves to be a role model that we can follow to achieve this goal.

Many military representatives from the Pulaski area came out to support Veterans Military Memorial project. Photo by Charlene Borghese.

By Heather Pautz September 11 is a day that will always be remembered by many. In the Town of Morgan, this day wasnt just a day of grief and mourning for those who lost their lives nine years earlier. At 1:30 p.m, behind the town hall on that day, residents and veterans came to see the Town of Morgans dedication ceremony. During this ceremony, participants dedicated the new memorial grounds to the veterans from the area. Two amazing individuals went above and beyond, beginning their work in June until September 8 to make this day possible. Those two individuals were George Kasch and Dan Dryja. They were helped by the town board, many residents around the area, and local military organizations. One special volunteer, Clay Coopman, a Cub Scout, also helped by moving branches and being there to lend a hand. To start off the day, Jerry Ahlswede led the opening prayer. The National Anthem was played by

thirteen members of the Pulaski High School Band lead by Tom Busch. Paige Konitzer from Oconto Falls High School sang the National Anthem. Taps was played Deanna Cahoon Draus. During the Anthem, the State Flag, American Flag, and the MIA flag were all raised. Tim Birr, Gordy Aprill, and Julius Ka had the honor of raising the flags. Scout troop 4024 den # 10 led the Pledge of Allegiance. Four wonderful speakers talked about what that day meant to the Town of Morgan. Those four speakers included Margo Stewart, Sherry Peterson, Roger Johnson and also M.C. Town Chairman Fran Warnosky. Jerry Ahlswede followed the speakers with a few words of his own and then closed the very heart warming day with a closing prayer. A wonderful family-style lunch followed. The lunch was catered in by Brad and Nikki Coopman from Dog Daze. As the event finished, the flags

flew at half-staff for Prvt. Nowak of Prarie du Sac and all other 9/11 victims.

George Kasch and Dan Dryja stand proudly at the memorial site in The Town of Morgan. Photo by Charlene Borghese.

Ambrosius receives award from President Obama

The Town of Morgans new Veterans Military Memorial site is officially dedicated on September 11. Photo by Charlene Borghese

The next Pulaski News Issue will be published October 21

Brad Ambrosious, owner of Pulaskis Brads Service holds his volunteer service award.

By Marc Richmond and Tom Chartand Brad Ambrosius, owner of Pulaskis Brads Service, can oftentimes be seen volunteering around the town. The President of the United States recognized his hard work in early September by presenting him with the Presidents Volunteer Service Award. By receiving this award, Ambrosius has helped move America a step closer to its great promise, according to President Obama. He received news of the award at the Volunteer Awards Ceremony for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) in Madison. The award is given to people that are able to provide opportunities for others by committing hundreds to thousands of hours of community service. Ambrosius is often found volunteering at football games, the EAA, and Assumption BVM. Specifically at EAA, Ambrosius has been helping for 11 years, moving 30,000 cars a day at the event. At the event, he also is responsible for 16 teen volunteers. He also is

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Pulaski Food Pantry helps school district

The community pantry of Pulaski greatly helps out people in the Pulaski Community School District. The pantry is open twice a month at the Glenbrook site; registration and proof of need is required. Pantry patrons must apply on a written registration for and show proof of residency in the Pulaski area and proof of financial need in order to receive groceries. If you are going to have someone else pick up your grocery pantry groceries, please call (920) 8226050 prior to patron day with that persons name. The third Tuesday of each August, the Pulaski Pantry is open for Back to School shopping. The pantry also has Wrapped in Warmth; if a school staff sees a child with clothing needs throughout the school year, they can request help through the pantry for the childs needs. It also provides Emergency Backpacks which is child-friendly, nutritious food packed in a returnable backpack for hungry kids whose families cant get to the Pantry. Another thing the pantry provides is educational materials about financial planning, nutrition, fuel assistance, and the government programs, such as WIC and Food Share. During the Christmas season, the pantry also coordinates Christmas gifts for the Kids program. The deadline to sign up will be November 1 this year. If you are willing to help out the Pulaski School District, stop in at the pantry during scheduled open dates, or call (920) 8226050 or email dkschneider@ pulaski.k12.wi.us. Please contact for more information, or to sign up for any of these programs. PANTRY SCHEDULE 2010-2011 2010 JULY 6 and 20 AUGUST 3 and 17 SEPTEMBER 7 and 21 OCTOBER 5 and 19 NOVEMBER 2 and 16 DECEMBER 7 and 21 920-822-6050 132 Front Street, PO Box 36 Pulaski Located at Glenbrook (Which is right across from the Pulaski Post Office) OPEN FROM 1-4 pm ON THE FIRST & THIRD TUESDAYS 2011 JANUARY 4 and 18 FEBRUARY 1 and 15 MARCH 1 and 15 APRIL 5 and 19 MAY 3 and 17 JUNE 7 and 14 2011 JULY 5 and 19 AUGUST 2 and 16 SEPTEMBER 6 and 20 OCTOBER 4 and 18 NOVEMBER 1 and 15 DECEMBER 6 and 2

Car enthusiasts enjoy Pulaski Car Show

tailgate party. The variety of the cars ranged from the classic cars of the past to the new cars of today. Len Jarock, one of the car fanatics at the show, said, I wish that Pulaski could do this more often to show people how cars were in the past. I like coming to the show so that I can see the cars that I grew up with. The big feature at the car show was the Pontiac GTO presented by the Big 3 Performance. The GTO is a 1969 model with a restored look. It has a custom built chassis. It has a 505 CI Pontiac IA2 iron block with CNC aluminum head and a custom valve transmission. It has a whole new leather interior with a push start ignition. The GTO has custom designed rims with 19 rims in the front and 20 rims in the back. The GTO keeps its original look but with a refreshed style. One of the heads of the Big 3 Performance, Aaron Stauber, brought his own Plymouth Barracuda with a Hemi engine. Aaron gave a brief history of Big 3 Performance and how he has enjoyed it there. Stauber said, I love working at Big 3 Performance. It lets me work on old cars and lets me keep them alive. Staubers main reason for working for the Big 3 Performance is because he wants his kids to see how cars were back in the day. The Big 3 Performance group has been going to car shows across Wisconsin showing people that they are now reopened and ready to go. The GTO is the main point that the Big 3 Performance is at its prime and is not slowing down. Stauber said, My team and I have put a lot of time and effort into this car and would hate to see the car go. We will hope to get at least $500,000 for the redone GTO. The reopening of the Big 3 Performance was talked about for three years. Stauber said, Big 3 Performance was reopened and has been open for seven weeks now. The Big 3 Performance has opened its doors. Their goal is to create a company that will make people confident in the quality and honesty of their work. Their talents can range from a $100,000 custom build to a $5.00 fix. Their shop consists of an AWD chassis dynometer, Laser Hunter alignment rack, and CNC milling machines. Their shop is located on 2215 OConnor Road. Green Bay, Wisconsin 54313. To contact them, call (920) 661-9067.

The 1969 limited edition Pontiac GTO is featured by the Big 3 Performance at the Pulaski Car Show.

Leo Club members help at the car show by setting up games for the kids to enjoy.

Eman Jazayeri, Cody Klaus, Mike Kuss, Brett Radecki The fifth annual Pulaski Car/ Motorcycle/Tractor show was held, September 19, at Memorial Park. The car show was from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. There were over 150 cars at the car show on Sunday. There were about 5,000 people throughout the day who at-

tended the car show. The car show started its day off by serving all-you-can-eat pancakes to fill the car enthusiasts appetites. The car show also offered hay rides, raffles, petting zoo, an old time photo booth, and the Green Bay Packer game was visible on a big screen television. This event is Pulaskis largest

Dan Berna rides his bike through the September 23 flood on Yurek Road.

Abrams Spotlight Productions hosts haunted house

The Abrams Spotlight Productions is a small community theater in the Abrams area that attracts local talent from many of the area schools. They will be hosting an upcoming Haunted House. It is open every Friday and Saturday in October from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is $5. There are concessions, a heated, indoor waiting area, and it is handicap accessible. Its located at the Byng Community Theater, 5852 Maple Street, Abrams.

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Community Anouncements
NORTHERN GARDENERS Meeting Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at 6:30 pm at Gillett Library--Guest Speaker Scott Reuss Marinette County Extension on Tree & Shrub Management. Everyone is welcome to attend. The MONTHLY MEETING of the Board of Commissioners of the PULASKI HOUSING AUTHORITY will be held on Wednesday, October 20 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Brookdale Apartments, 430 S. St. Augustine St. BOOYAH ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH, CTY J, LT. SUAMICO Sunday, October 24. Serving 11 a.m. till gone. $6 adults. $3 childrenw 12 & under. $5 quart carryout. PULASKI AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Annual Dinner Meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at the American Legion Hall. Tickets are $14 and may be purchased at Citizens Bank, North Shore Bank and Premier Community Bank or by calling Marian at 822-5856 through October 23. JR. AUXILIARY UNIT 337 meets every first Monday of the month from 5:00 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall; 135 N. St. Augustine St. Girls ages birth to 18 years are welcome to join whose family members have served in the military forces. For membership information: call Dorothy at 822-5485 or Joan at 855-6486. PULASKI LIONS CLUB meets every first and third Monday of the month at the Legion Hall located at 135 N. St. Augustine St., Pulaski. There is a 6 p.m. social and a 7 p.m. meal followed by the meeting. New members are always welcome. Call 619-7762 for more information. AMVETS POST 160 OF ANGELICA/PULASKI meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion building in Pulaski. We welcome all veterans from all E. R. A.s. Delicious lunch served after each meeting. For more information: 822-5933. POLISH LEGION OF AMERICAN VETERANS AUXILIARY KRAKOW POST 178 meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 135 N. St. Augustine St. Pulaski. New members are always welcome. Call 865-7617 for information. WELCOME HOSTESS: The Welcome Hostess for Pulaski is Tiffany Rondou. If you know of any newcomers to the area, please contact Tiffany at 920-822-2119. AMERICAN LEGION MIXTACKI-JOHNSON POST 337 meets the second Monday of the month at the Veterans Hall, 135 N. St. Augustine St. Pulaski. A social begins at 6:30 p.m. and meeting begins at 7 p.m. with a delicious lunch after. All veterans and active service members are encouraged to visit us to find out what we are about. If eligible, we need you to join. Hall rentals 822-6996. Membership information -822-2337/822-3017. Commander LeRoy Holl: 826-5324. PULASKI AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM at 129 W. Pulaski St., Pulaski will be open by appointment during the fall and winter months by calling Marian at 822-5856 or Pat at 865-7875. We encourage individuals and groups to tour the museum during this Pulaski Centennial Year. PULASKI AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE web site is: pulaskichamber.org THE PULASKI COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY, INC. is in need of dry goods, canned fruit, cereal, pasta and pasta sauce. The pantry is open every first and third Tuesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. If you can help the pantry with these items, or any other food items, please call 822-6050.

The pantry appreciates your willingness to help feed the hungry. CLOTHING DONATIONS ACCEPTED for local distribution through New Life Community Church. New or clean gently used clothes can be brought to the church office at 450 E. Cedar St., Pulaski (next to Subway) or call 822-7117.

Seniors ENERGY ASSISTANCE

at Pulaski Senior Center on Mondays Nov. 8, Dec. 6, and Jan. 10. Time: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 822-8100 for an appointment. M A C H I C K A N E E PLAYERS / NOBODY WILL HEAR YOU SCREAM on Sunday, October 24 at 2:00 p.m. Cost: $12.00 Dutch treat dinner after show at a local restaurant. Leaving from Pulaski Senior Center at 12:30 p.m. Reservations due by October 11. Call 822-8100 for more information. BOOK GROUP at Pulaski Senior Center on Wednesday, October 13, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Place to be determined). Light supper will be served for $2.00. Octobers book will be Loving Frank by Nancy Horan. Books available at the Senior Center. Call 822-8100 for more information. All ages welcome.

MOVIE MONDAY on October 18 at Pulaski Senior Center. We will be watching Auntie Mame with Rosalind Russell. Shows start at 12:15 p.m. Snacks provided. CARDS every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Pulaski Senior Center. If you are interested in playing CRIBBAGE, call the Pulaski Senior Center at 8228100. BINGO at Pulaski Senior Center Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. RED CROSS VAN will take senior citizens to Super Rons, bank, etc. on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., to hair appointments on Friday mornings, and to church on Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. If interested, call Kitty at 822-8100. QUILTING WORKSHOP at Pulaski Senior Center on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING at Pulaski Senior Center on Mondays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Sponsored by N.E.W. Rescue Service. BENEFIT SPECIALIST, Mary Kay Norman from the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Brown County, Green Bay office, will be at the Pulaski Senior Center from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on October 19. Do you have questions about benefits

for seniors that she may help you with? Call Kitty at 822-8100 or Mary Kay at 448-4308. FOOT CARE CLINIC at Pulaski Senior Center on Tuesday October 12 starting at 9:00 a.m. NOTE SITE CHANGE: AT BROOKDALE APARTMENT BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM. Call 822-8100 to set up an appointment. Cost: $17.00 SEWING SIMPLE QUILT TOPS at Pulaski Senior Center Fridays at 9:00 a.m. Wii BOWLING at Pulaski Senior Center on Thursdays from 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. All ages welcome. Call 822-8100 for more information. Wii Bowling Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 28 at 1:00 p.m. at De Pere Community Center. SIT & BE FIT CHAIR EXERCISES on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. Call 822-8100 for more information. All ages welcome. Sponsored by Prevea Health. ZUMBA GOLD (chair exercise dancing) on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. Call 822-8100 for more information. PULASKI SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED FOR PAINTING the week of October 11-15. There will be no activities and no meals served at the Center that week. Meals on Wheels WILL BE DELIVERED

that week. HALLOWEEN PARTY at Pulaski Senior Center on Friday, October 29 at 11:30 a.m. Call for lunch reservation by October 26. Entertainment will be Tammy & Rollie. Cost: $4.50. Call 8228100 for information. PULASKI SENIOR CENTER MEALS FOR October 8October 21. Meals served at 11:30 a.m. Suggested donation of $3.50 per day. Meals are available for delivery to the homebound. Reservations required by 11:00 a.m. of the previous day. Friday, October 8 --- Salmon Loaf Monday, October 11 Beef Tomato Mac Casserole Tuesday, October 12 Split Pea Soup & Roast Beef on Whole Wheat Wednesday, October 13 --Sweet & Sour Chicken Thursday, October 14 Sloppy Joe Friday, October 15 Veal Parmesan Monday, October 18 Breaded Pork Cutlet in Gravy Tuesday, October 19 --- Beef Tips Wednesday, October 20 Mostaccoli Casserole Thursday, October 21 --Shredded BBQ Chicken Friday, October 22 --- Baked Lemon Fish

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-October 7, 2010

Annual Family Fun Event entertains many

By Luke Baranczyk On September 10, the Family Fun Event was held at the polka grounds. Many bands performed throughout the day, playing anything and everything from rock to country. Concessions and a silent auction were also operating during this event, providing attendees with a chance to bring home gifts and a full stomach. Music wasnt the only source of entertainment available, however. A vast array of carnival games and bouncers were set up for both the young and young at heart to enjoy. Several Leo Club volunteers from Pulaski High
School graciously helped set up, run, and tear down the carnival games. The second annual family fun event turned out to be a successful day filled with fun and excitement. One Leo Club volunteer said, It was amazing to see everyone have such a great time and to know that I helped to make it that way. Organizers are already beginning to plan for next years event and hope for an even better outcome than this year.

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One of the favored activities at the Family Fun Event was the fishing game where participants could fish for prizes.

A young participant at the Family Fun Event gets his face colorfully painted by a Leo Club volunteer.

Ethan Otto and friends attended Quarry Quest at Michels Quarry in Neenah. A fun day was had by all the children (and parents too).

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said Corey Livieri, a new social studies teacher at Pulaski High School. He allows for a safer learning environment for everybody. This environment, in turn, makes teachers more comfortable with the knowledge of students being honest, drug-free, and comfortable. Pulaskis not-so-little pet has been stopping drug trafficking, drug use, and helping Pulaski High School reach its inevitable goal of being a 100 percent drugfree school zone since 2008.
First grade students enjoy playing around the world at Assumption BVM.

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Thursday, October 7, 2010
Ten students at Pulaski High School have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams. The College Boards Advanced Placement Program (AP) provides motivated and academically prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of the nearly 1.7 million students worldwide who took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high level to also earn an AP Scholar Award. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students performance on AP Exams. At Pulaski High School: Two students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction

The object of education is to prepare the young to educate themselves throughout their lives. ~Robert M. Hutchins

First grade has fun at Assumption BVM

By Samantha Brabender and Brooke Lauritzen Taught by Cora Boucher, the first grade class at Assumption BVM is excited about learning. As an everyday activity, the students enjoy reading time where they are currently listening to Boucher read Mummies in the Morning, the third chapter book in the series the Magic Tree House. While listening to the story, the students hear words they dont know and decipher their meaning. When asked what a pharaoh is, one student said, About 1,000 years ago, the king and queen were called pharaohs. After reading time, the stu-

dents play around the world, a game in which a student stands behind another and they compete to say the answer first. The winner moves on to the next classmate in hopes of beating everyone and getting around the world. Currently, the game is featuring compound words; if the teacher says day light, then the students must reply light day. In first grade, the students also attend art with Joan Ladowski, where they learn to mix colors and be creative. My favorite project in art was making the New York sky view and having it hang up on the wall, said another student.

Alex Rentmeester

Raider performs security drill demonstrations

Carrie Trina

Laura Kawleski

Officer Tinlin executes a random drug search with the drug dog Raider, with Ryan Mentinks classroom being the test subject.

Ethan Steeno Eric Gjerde

By Tim Frisch On September 10, Pulaski High held its intruder drill and random drug search. This search was not just performed to train individuals on the dangers of intruders and drugs, and neither was it merely to alert people to the possibility of an attack. This test was implemented to show the administrators of Ashwaubenon High School how Raider and Pulaski High perform their drills. The whole day was about safety and security, said Officer Tinlin, Ashwaubenon was invited to watch our procedures. The two spectators from Ashwaubenon were Officer Prenza and Associate Principal Dirk Ribbens, both of whom were extremely impressed by Raiders performance. This is not the first time Pulaski has demonstrated Raider. A year ago, the school showed him off to Seymour High School. Seymour was immensely impressed with his performance as well. First, Tinlin and the Pulaski High Administrative staff demonstrated our intruder drill. The entire building was eerily silent, said Dan Slowey, CoPrincipal of Pulaski High, this was one of our best drills yet. We are extremely concerned

about safety so we followed up the intruder drill with a random drug search. said Officer Tinlin. Ashwaubenon was invited due to their interest in having a drug dog on campus 24/7 like Pulaski. During the drug search, Pulaski administrators, Officer Tinlin, and the administrators from Ashwaubenon searched the mens gym locker rooms, as well as a classroom. Raider has a 100 percent track record for finding where drugs are or have recently been, said Officer Tinlin, He has never been wrong so far. During the search, Raider impressed the Ashwaubenon administration by finding miniscule traces of drugs and finding even prescription or medical drugs. I thought the search was effective and well run. Its good to take practice for the unexpected events in life, said John Krause. Youd like to think they never happen, but thats not the case in todays world. Not only is Raider greatly loved by Officer Tinlin, but also by the school staff and students as well. Raider is the personification of Pulaski Pride, and he is making our school greater one day at a time. Raider is a great idea, in order to keep drugs out of school,

Gavin Denzer Jake Leigh

Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. These students are Robert Dooley and Jacob Leigh. Two students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. These students are Eric Gjerde and Carrie Trina. Six students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with grades of 3 or higher. The AP Scholars are Jordyn Anklam, Gavin Denzer, Joseph Giesler, Laura Kawleski; Alex Rentmeester, and Ethan Steeno. Jacob Leigh has been awarded a $250 scholarship from the PHS AP Program based on the designation as an AP Scholar, number of AP courses taken, scores earned, and total GPA at Pulaski High School. Through more than 30 different college-level courses and exams, AP provides motivated and academically prepared students with the opportunity to earn college credit or advanced placement and stand out in the college admissions process. Each exam is developed by a committee of college and university faculty and AP teachers, ensuring that AP exams are aligned with the same high standards expected by college faculty at some of the nations leading liberal arts and research institutions. More than 3,600 colleges and universities annually receive AP grades. Over 90 percent of four-year colleges in the United States provide credit and/or placement for qualifying exam grades. Research consistently shows that AP students who score a 3 or higher on AP Exams (based on a scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest) typically experience greater academic success in college and higher graduation rates than students who do not participate in AP. The College Board is a notfor-profit membership organization whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 5,600 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations. Each year, the College Board serves seven million students and their parents, 23,000 high schools, and 3,800 colleges through major programs and services in college readiness, college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, enrollment, and teaching and learning. Among its best-known programs are the SAT, the PSAT/ NMSQT, and the Advanced Placement Program (AP). The College Board is committed to the principles of excellence and equity, and that commitment is embodied in all of its programs, services, activities, and concerns.

Jordyn Anklam

Joe Giesler

Robert Dooley

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Spirit Day

The Pulaski High School Dance Team and the participating senior boys pose for the finale of their very entertaining Guys Dance

Bonfire sparks Fall Festival

Assistant Drum Major Luke Baranczyk leads the awardwinning Pulaski High School Red Raider Marching Band during the Fall Fest half-time show (Photo by Kathleen Caylor). The week before Spirit Day, students had the opportunity to dress up to show their spirit. Seniors are pictured here wearing plaid and getting pumped up for Spirit Day.

Pulaski students have fun at the first Fall Fest Bonfire.

By Kalli Seglund and Jordan Stiede On September 19, the Pulaski High School had a bonfire to start off the festivities for Fall Festival. The bonfire started at 7:30 p.m. and went until around 10 p.m. behind the Pulaski Community Middle School. The local volunteer fire department also attended to make sure no accidents happened. To start off the night, students surrounded the fire while the coaches talked about their upcoming sporting events for the week. Mr. Bogacz, the Pulaski

football coach, told everyone to come to the homecoming game on September 24 against Green Bay East. Other coaches, such as the soccer and tennis coaches, spoke about their upcoming week as well. Throughout the later Powder Puff football games, anyone was welcome to keep warm by the fire. Students and faculty simply sat around the bonfire while talking and having a good time. This new event brought many people together to make new memories to start off Fall Festival 2010.

The senior section goes wild while cheering for their class during a Spirit Day assembly.

Melissa Stiede, a member of the Pulaski High School Color Guard, flawlessly performs her routine during the Fall Fest half-time show (Photo by Kathleen Caylor).

Powder Puff plays under the lights

Raider Football takes first step towards playoffs

By Nevada Skenandore On September 24, the Pulaski Red Raiders faced the Green Bay East Red Devils for the Pulaski Red Raider Homecoming Game. As always the homecoming game is widely anticipated and always a fan favorite. Going into the game, we knew that this is the one where we needed to start winning, and we just went out and executed, said cornerback/receiver Devin Hynes The Raiders started off strong, taking a 6-0 lead with an early pass to Brett Smith, and never looked back. Pulaski outplayed the Red Devils to the end making plays both offensively and defensively. The Raiders were led by senior running back Derek Anderson, who had 217 yards and three touchdowns on 31 carries. Race Noeldner also put up a touchdown in the fourth after recovering a short kick to put the game away. The overall score was 35-26; Raiders claiming the win. Its exciting when you win, said senior kicker Shane Reinhard. Everything about it, from the win to the atmosphere, was just amazing, and I couldnt have asked for a better outcome on the game. The Red Raiders look to advance to 3-3 next week when they play the Ashwaubenon Jaguars on the Jaguars field.

The Pulaski High School Band, led by Director D. Thomas Busch, fills the Fred Kestly Field House with spirit during an assembly on Spirit Day.

Senior Powder Puff team poses after beating the sophmore and freshmen teams on September 19.

By Cassie Zahn Spirit week was kicked off with multiple festivities on Sunday night that included the annual Powder Puff Football Games. Traditionally, Powder Puff is held on Spirit Day with all of the other competitions, but this year it got a little more official and was played on the football field under the lights. In the first round, the Seniors took on the Sophomores and the Juniors took on the Freshman. The Seniors and Freshman both won their respective games and moved on to battle for first and second place while the Juniors and Sophomores had to settle for playing for third and fourth place. The Sophomores fell short and lost to the Juniors.

The Freshman displayed a valiant effort but couldnt match up to the Seniors who had a fierce intent to emerge victoriously. On Spirit Day, the Seniors competed against the faculty team for the championship and defeated them as well. Holding the Powder Puff games under the lights was a great success and will hopefully become a spirit week tradition for years to come. One of the many enthusiastic spectators, Luca Brilli, said, I really enjoyed cheering on the Senior Powder Puff Team. I think it was great to have them play under the lights; it increased the competition and spirit for each team!

Left: Dakota Styczynski, Tyler Rusch, Joel Steinbrecher, Kelly Schwister, and Mike Kuss, the winners of the Spirit Day Car Show, stand proudly with their trophies.

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Fall Festival Parade rolls out

Members of the Pulaski High School Red Raider Marching Band impress the football fans with their routines that have won the honor to march in the Rose Bowl Parade in California (Photo by Kathleen Caylor).

Pulaski High Schools award-winning band marched and quick-stepped its way along the parade route.

Quarterback Race Noelder looks to pass during the Pulaski- Green Bay East Fall Festival football game (Photo by Kathleen Caylor).

Pulaski High School Volleyball rode in style in their blue, plastic train.

The Pulaski High School Dance Team entertains the football fans during half-time at the Fall Festival Game (Photo by Kathleen Caylor).

The Pulaski High School Football Team became energized in preparation for its Fall Fest win over Green Bay East High School.

Left: Chris Jaworski drove the Pulaski High School Leo Club Float with his farm-all tractor.

The Pulaski High School Football Stadium explodes with excitement and fireworks after the Raiders triumphed over the Devils, 35-26 (Photo by Kathleen Caylor).

By Isabel Thyne On September 22, Pulaski High School held its second annual Fall Festival Parade. This parade began last year and has become immensely popular among Pulaski residents. Many people attended the parade to watch students of Pulaski High School supporting various clubs and sports. Officer Jim Tinlin was at the head of the parade in his squad car, followed by a fire truck. The Grand Marshall this year was John Wigman. A variety of sports walked this year in the parade: the dance team, the volleyball team, the football team, the swim team, and the soccer team were all represented. Clubs also made up a large portion of this years parade. FCCLA, Spanish Club, FFA, Leo Club, Sting Cancer, Raider Crew, and Environmental Science Club

participated. Each grade was also represented with a class float. These floats were judged as a part of the homecoming competitions; seniors came out victorious and were awarded the most points. The Homecoming Court members from each grade also rode in the parade, along with the class float. The band marched in full uniform, giving a great performance to all who attended. The Pulaski News van, driven by Kathy Gerds, made an appearance. The new teachers from Pulaski High School, the choir, and Ms. Pulaski Polka Days were seen in the parade as well. A wonderful way for sports and clubs to showcase themselves, the Fall Festival Parade was only started last year, but will surely become a great tradition for Pulaski.

Below: John Wigman, past Superintendent of the Pulaski Community Schools, was this years Fall Festival Parade Grand Marshall.

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Pulaski News

-October 7, 2010

Regular School Board Meeting

Wednesday, August 4 2010 Ripley Performing Arts Center 6 P.M. Official Minutes CALL TO ORDER Board President Hendricks called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m. in the Library at the Pulaski High School. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present. ROLL CALL Board members present: Pam Denzer, Mark Wernicke, Trina Townsend, Jeff Rasmussen, Cindy Hendricks, Board members absent: Barb McKeefry Administrators present: Dr. Mel Lightner, Jenny Gracyalny, Pam Kercheval, Mary King, Darlene Godfrey, Pat Fullerton, Dan Slowey, Marc Klawiter, Pam Engel and Amy Uelmen Guests attending: Pete Liss, Joanne Hagedorn, Beth Babik, Donna Severson, Teresa Wargo and Deb Schneider CITIZENS FORUM DISCUSSION AND / OR ACTION ITEMS BOARD REPORT- Cindy Hendricks gave an update on the School Board vacancy. They will review applications at the August 18th Board meeting. Dr. Lightner shared that Pulaski will be revising their TIF and he talked about the up coming Back to School in-service. Fall Regional Meetings are in October, if you would like to go please let Trudy Wied know by October 1. 2.PAY BILLS Townsend moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve and pay the bills as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 3. MINUTES Rasmussen moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting (open and closed sessions) held on July 21, 2010 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 4. PERSONNEL REPORT I. RESIGNATIONS Name Reason Position Location Jennifer Kurczek Resignation Literacy Support Teacher PCMS Janet Meydam Resignation Occupational Therapist Student Services Thomas Nichols Resignation Special Ed Teacher PHS Wernicke moved, Rasmussen seconded, to approve resignations as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. II. CONTRACTS Name Reason Position Location Step/Lane Placement 2010-11 Salary Schedule **ESTIMATE** Brittany DeLaruelle Replacement Music Teacher Fairview BA Step 3 $9,686.70 Thomas Krause Replacement Learning Support PCMS MA Step 13.5 $51,248 (Contingent upon release from Kimberly School District) Melissa Wojcik Replacement Science Teacher PHS BA Step 3 $32,289 Wernicke moved, Denzer seconded, to approve contracts as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. WI RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS Wernicke moved, Rasmussen seconded, to adopt the Wisconsin Records Retention Schedule for School Districts as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. OUT OF STATE FIELD TRIP REQUEST Townsend moved, Denzer seconded, to approve an out of state field trip to Six Flags in Gurnee, IL for a Physics class at the high school as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. DRAFT POLICIES policies 5518 Personal Wireless Electronic Device Policy, 5771 Search and Seizure and 5517.01 Bullying were discussed and will be brought back to the next board meeting for a second reading CURRICULUM RENEWAL PROCESS Dr. Lightner and Darlene Godfrey presented the curriculum renewal process RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE WISCONSIN OPEB TRUST Wernicke moved, Townsend seconded, to approve the OPEB Trust Resolution as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 2009-2010 BUDGET REPORT Pam Kercheval presented the year end financial report for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. CLOSED SESSION Adjourn Into Closed Session as per Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1)(c) to discuss Administrative contracts, teacher retirement and employee performance matters. OPEN SESSION Wernicke moved, Denzer seconded, to reconvene into open session. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. TEACHER RETIREMENT Wernicke moved, Denzer seconded, to approve the resignation / retirement of Debra Manincor on July 5, 2011 as presented. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Townsend moved, Rasmussen seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 P.M. 5 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. Submitted by Trudy Wied Secretary to the Board of Education Wednesday, August 18, 2010 Ripley Performing Arts Center 6 P.M. Official Minutes CALL TO ORDER Board President Hendricks called the meeting to order at 6:12 p.m. in the Library at the Pulaski High School. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present. ROLL CALL Board members present: Pam Denzer, Barb McKeefry, Mark Wernicke, Trina Townsend, Jeff Rasmussen and Cindy Hendricks Board members absent: Administrators present: Dr. Mel Lightner, Jenny Gracyalny, Pam Kercheval, Mary King, Darlene Godfrey, Pat Fullerton, Lisa Misco, Dan Slowey, Marc Klawiter, Mary Connolly, Pam Engel, Chris Dahlke, Amy Uelmen, Jerad Marsh and Erik Olson Guests attending: Pete Liss, Dan Charniak, Beth Babik, Teresa Wargo, Donna Severson CITIZENS FORUM Mary Connolly commented that District-wide registration went very well DISCUSSION AND / OR ACTION ITEMS BOARD REPORT- Cindy Hendricks shared a Teacher Dismissal Questionnaire that she received and wanted to know if the board would like to respond to the questionnaire. Mel will look further into it. If any board member would like to go to any WASB workshops please let Trudy Wied know. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Dr. Mel Lightner shared the ACT results - we are up to 24. He also commented on district wide registration and that it went well and will look at what we can do better next year. Also talked about Fairviews numbers and that they need a half time teacher for first grade. 3.PAY BILLS Townsend moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve and pay the bills as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 4. MINUTES Rasmussen moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting (open and closed sessions) held on August 4, 2010 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 5. PERSONNEL REPORT CONTRACTS Name Reason Position Location Step/Lane Placement 2010-11 Salary Schedule Jeffrey Braun Replacement Special Ed. Teacher PHS MA Step 16 $53,761 Tara Vanden Elsen Replacement 4th Grade Teacher(.5 FTE)Sunnyside BA Step 3 $16,144.50 (Limited-Term) Jacob Elhert Replacement Occupational Therapist District BA36 Step 8.5 $42,433 McKeefry moved, Townsend seconded, to approve the contracts as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. PRELIMINARY PLANS FOR FACILITY ENHANCEMENT FAIRVIEW GLENBROOK VACATED POOL Miron and Somerville presented preliminary plans for facility enhancements. OUT OF STATE FIELD TRIP Townsend moved, Wernicke seconded, to approve an out of state field trip to Six Flags in Gurnee, IL for an 8TH grade graduation trip as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. APPLICATIONS OF CANDIDATES FOR SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY The board will interview all three candidates at the next board meeting in hour increments. The board will get interview questions to Trudy Wied JULY BUDGET REPORT Pam Kercheval presented the July budget. 2010-2011 BUDGET Pam Kercheval discussed the budget for this upcoming school year. POLICY REVIEW 5518 PERSONAL WIRELESS ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY Wernicke moved Townsend seconded to approve policy 5518 Personal Wireless Electronic Device Policy as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 5571 SEARCH AND SEIZURE Townsend moved Wernicke seconded to approve policy 5771 Search and Seizure as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. 5517.01 BULLYING Wernicke moved Rasmussen seconded to approve policy 5517.01 Bullying as presented. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. CURRICULUM PROCESS Darlene Godfrey shared what the curriculum process will be over the next two years. CLOSED SESSION Adjourn Into Closed Session as per Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1)(a & c) to discuss Pulaski Bus Drive Association Grievance OPEN SESSION Wernicke moved, Rasmussen seconded, to reconvene into open session. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Rasmussen moved, McKeefry seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 P.M. 6 voting aye, 0 voting nay, motion carried. Submitted by Trudy Wied Secretary to the Board of Education

Spirit Day fills students with Raider Pride

By Isabel Thyne Spirit Day has always been a favorite among students, a relaxed day where friendly competitions take the place of classes. If you were to walk into Pulaski High School on September 24, you would be greeted with hundreds of students, clad in Pulaski Pride gear, having a great time. Spirit Day is deliberately planned well before the actual date by the student council. Students are required to check into several of their classes at designated times so teachers are able to take attendance. The day is also broken up into three blocks; each block is filled with games and activities. Many clubs and organizations use Spirit Day as an opportunity to fundraise and reach out to the student body. For example, Spanish Club sold quesadillas; Raider Crew sold caramel apples; Diversity Club sold Chinese food; French Club sold crepes and croissant sandwiches; Environmental Club sold coffee; and FCCLA sold fruit smoothies. A variety of games and activities take place on Spirit Day, such as limbo and the milk chug. Students are asked to sign up for said activities during the week before Spirit Day. These games give students an opportunity to compete and connect with other students. Points are awarded during each game as a part of the class competition. This year, seniors were victorious with 760 points, sophomores took second place with 685 points, juniors took third with 630 points, and freshmen came in last place with 420 points. Fall sports are given the opportunity to recognize their members during the assemblies at the beginning and end of the day. The cheerleading squad and the dance team performed at the assemblies as well. Students are also able to watch some of their favorite events. The tug of war was won this year by the juniors, who were even able to pull a victory over the faculty. The senior skit, which gives the seniors a chance to poke fun at teachers and fellow students, was a great hit this year. Guys dance, which pairs boys involved in varsity sports with member of the dance team to showcase their dance skills, was also successful in entertaining the crowd. Spirit day is a wonderful and exciting way for the student body of Pulaski High School to spend time with their peers and promote school spirit.
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Madison graduates announced

By Luca Brilli The University of WisconsinMadison has announced its spring graduate list. During the spring commencement ceremonies on May 14 through 16, the U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and the founder of Youth Speaks James Kass spoke to more than 6,000 students who received degrees in the University Kohl Center. Graduates of Pulaski include Ryan C. Johnson, Doctor of Medicine, majoring in Medicine; Cayla Ann Leahy, Bachelor of Science-Family, Consumer, and Community Education, majoring in Family, Consumer, and Community Education; and Samantha Rose Schmechel, Bachelor of Social Work, majoring in Social Work, CSWE Accredited.

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A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be. ~Wayne Gretzky

Thursday, October 7, 2010

FRV American Legion All-Star Game at Fox Cities Stadium

Pulaski soccer battles at Southwest

By Samantha Brabender The Red Raider Varsity team took on the Southwest Trojans at home on September 14. It was a battle until the end, but the Trojans scored two goals in the first half to win 2 -1. Tyler Smith scored Pulaskis lone goal in the second half. Pulaski is now 10 3 overall this season.

Lawniczak to play coast-to-coast

who worked with him on not only his catching skills, but also the mental aspect of catching. Beyer, Myers, and Krueger are the coaches from Players Choice Fox Cities, a baseball program comprised of players from Northeast Wisconsin. These players travel across the state on weekends and play in high-level tournaments. They enhanced Lawniczaks skills by playing competitively at a high school level. Krumrai is the manager for the Hofa Park Panthers and has worked with Spencer for two years, giving him advice and tips on improving his overall game. Best of luck to Lawniczak as he prepares for his summer in Puerto Rico!

Boys Soccer shuts out East

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By Samantha Brabender With a tough match at home on September 21, the Pulaski Boys Varsity Soccer Team pulled out a big win against the Green Bay East Red Devils. Ryan Gerhartz gave Pulaski a lead in the first half with a breakaway goal into the second half. Sean Cropper and Derek Vandenhouten each scored a goal to help boost the Raiders to their 3-0 win. Logan Vandenhouten earned the shut out for the game.

Siblings run to success

Girls Golf swings big

On September 21, the Pulaski Girls Golf team traveled to Thornberry Creek, a par 72 course. As a team the Red Raiders scored a 450.

Raiders defeat Thunder

Coach Zavernik, Alex Smithback, and AJ Huxford stand proudly after their win at the all-star game.

Spencer Lawniczak prepares for the USA Coast-to-coast baseball team, which he will participate in next summer in Puerto Rico.

By Emily Smithback As their high school senior baseball season came to a close, Aj Huxford and Alex Smithback were given the honor of representing Pulaski in the 2010 FRV American Legion All-Star GameAmerican team at Fox Cities Stadium on August 7. Each team in the conference chose a player to represent their team in the all-star game; Huxford got this vote. A second player could be nominated by the head coach of each team. Pulaskis Legion coach Brett Zavernik chose Smithback as his nomination. Few of the multiple nominations were chosen by the all star committee, and Smithback was one of the few to make the final cut. Brett Zavernik, Buck Brown, coach of White Lake, and Travis Lipsch, coach of the Green Bay Blue Jays, lead the American team to a 9-1victory over the National team. Huxford played second base in the seventh and

eighth innings, and pitched a scoreless ninth inning. Huxford also batted one for two. Smithback played first base in the seventh and eighth innings, and took over second base in the ninth inning. Smithback went one for two, scoring a run. Following the victory, both teams attended a banquet where they were awarded medals for participation and achievement. Ryan McGinnis, Kimberly High Schools athletic director, gave a motivational speech to all who attended. It was an honor getting picked and having the ability to cap off my career playing at the all-star game with AJ. It was also an honor to play for coach Zavernik. The high school baseball season didnt go well, and it was nice to be able to finish on a high note, said Smithback. We played with our hearts and that is something to be proud of, said Huxford.

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Submitted by Dan Lawniczak Spencer Lawniczak, a sophomore student at Pulaski Community High School, will be traveling to San Juan, Puerto Rico in July of 2011, to play baseball for the USA Coast-to-Coast baseball team. Lawniczak will be playing for a 15-16 year-old team with other young men from around the nation. They will play eight to twelve games during the week plus practices and instruction sessions from college players, college coaches, and pro baseball scouts. Games will be played at Sola Morales Pro Ball Stadium. This stadium is used for major league players in the winter months. The field has an astro-turf surface and holds 10,000 people. This will fill up most of the seven days; they will also go on tours of San Juan and surrounding areas to round out their experience. Lawniczak has been playing baseball since the age of six. His favorite position is catcher, but he will also play first or second base when called upon during the course of a season. Lawniczak said about his experience as a catcher, With the position of catcher, you can see the whole game, and calling the game for the pitcher is the hardest part. Lawniczak also said, Your focus as a catcher needs to be 100 percent the entire game; you have to do the little things to be successful as a catcher. As for his upcoming trip to Puerto Rico, Lawniczak will be practicing three to four times a week throughout the fall, winter, and spring until the high school baseball season begins. Next summer will come soon enough. Right now I need to keep my grades up, get ready for basketball season, and keep sharp for baseball, said Lawniczak. Lawniczak would like to give special thanks to Tony Logue, Scott Beyer, Ty Myers, Kory Krueger, and Dale Krumrai. Anthony Logue was Spencers high school coach last season

Nadia May runs in the Phoenix 5K at UW-Green Bay in April.

By Laura Szela The Pulaski Red Raiders swimming and diving team swam to a 109-68 victory against the Seymour Thunder on September 23. Individual event winners include 200 Medley Relay (Haley Mahr, Stephanie Paape, Katelyn DeStarkey, Kelsie Dorn), Katelyn DeStarkey/200 Freestyle, 100 Butterfly, Stephanie Paape/200IM, 100 Breast, Kelsey Shadick/Diving, Kelsie Dorn/100 Free, Paige Stiede/ 500 Free, 200 Free Relay (Destarkey, Paape, Mahr, Dorn).

Swimming and diving places sixth

By Brooke Lauritzen On September 18, the Pulaski Swimming/Diving Team brought home a sixth place finish at the Ashwaubenon Invitational. The team placed in the top four during six out of the twelve events. The girls achieved 22 personal records.

Aidan May runs in the Junior Olympic National Cross Country meet in Reno, Nevada in December 2009.

Pulaski volleyball competes

Submitted by Oscar May A Pulaski Community Middle School brother-sister duo won at the Parkview Middle School cross-country meet. Aidan May, an eighth grade student at PCMS, and Nadia May, a sixth grad student at PCMS, won the boys and girls division, respectively, at the Parkview Middle School cross country meet. The meet was at Ashwaubomay Park on September 20. The race included several Green Bay area schools, and both races included sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students. Aidan and Nadia also run with a Green Bay area running club, the Distance Demons (www.distancedemons. org).

By Laura Szela The Pulaski Volleyball team matched up against Ashwaubenon on September 16. The Raiders lost a tough battle in three games. Pulaski put up a fight but fell short each game. The scores were 25-15, 25-16, and 25-18. Pulaski High School held the Pulaski Invitational Girls Volleyball Tournament on September 18. Oconto Falls took first place, going the whole day undefeated (7-0). The Pulaski girls finished with a record of 2-5 and sixth place overall. The volleyball team matched up against Preble on September 21. The Raiders fought hard but fell short to the Hornets. The game scores were 25-21, 25-20, and 25-22. Alison Blackford had 17 digs and Laci Kropp had 18 assists for Pulaski. The Pulaski volleyball team traveled to Sheboygan South on September 23. The Raiders defeated the Red Wings in five games. They came back from losing the first two games, winning the next three games for the overall win. The girls are continuously improving each day and are excited for all of their upcoming matches.

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JV football team rolls on

Bayport Athletic Director Otis Chambers wears Pulaski attire as he stands with Pulaskis Athletic Director Jared Marsh. Chambers wears Pulaski attire because Pulaski defeated Bayport in the fundraising competition. Approximately $1,000 was raised which goes to the Brown County Crime Prevention Fund.

By Brendan Bahun and Dylan Bersch On September 27, the Pulaski Red Raiders JV football team achieved another victory against Green Bay East with a score of 23-6. The boys played well on both sides of the ball. The team started off scoring with an interception returned for a touchdown by Mike Freshe. Cody Rollin added two more interceptions to total with a stellar defensive game. The offensive line came to life in the second half and allowed Neil Anderson and Dalton Eldredge to run wild. This also gave Brock McDermid enough time to find Spencer Neimi in the corner of the end zone for a nice touchdown pass and catch. Their record right now is 5-1.

Drowning doesnt look like drowning

Submitted by Cory Krizizke, Aquatics & Recreation Coordinator The new captain jumped from the cockpit, fully dressed, and sprinted through the water. A former lifeguard, he kept his eyes on his victim as he headed straight for the owners who were swimming between their anchored sportfisher and the beach. I think he thinks youre drowning, the husband said to his wife. They had been splashing each other, and she had screamed but now they were just standing neck-deep on the sand bar. Were fine, what is he doing? she asked, a little annoyed. Were fine! the husband yelled, waving him off, but the captain kept swimming hard. Move! he barked as he sprinted between the stunned owners. Directly behind them, not ten feet away, their nine-year-old daughter was drowning. Safely above the surface in the arms of the captain, she burst into tears, Daddy! How did this captain know, from fifty feet away, what the father couldnt recognize from just ten? Drowning is not the violent, splashing, call for help that most people expect. The captain was trained to recognize drowning by experts and years of experience. The father, on the other hand, had learned what drowning looks like by watching television. If you spend time on or near the water then you should make sure that you and your crew knows what to look for whenever people enter the water. Until she cried a tearful, Daddy, she hadnt made a sound. Drowning is almost always a deceptively quiet event. The waving, splashing, and yelling that dramatic conditioning (television) prepares us to look for, is rarely seen in real life. The Instinctive Drowning Response, so named by Francesco A. Pia, Ph.D., is what people do to avoid actual or perceived suffocation in the water, and it does not look like most people expect. There is very little splashing, no waving, and no yelling or calls for help of any kind. To get an idea of just how quiet and undramatic from the surface drowning can be, consider this: It is the number two cause of accidental death in children, age 15 and under (just

behind vehicle accidents). Of the approximately 750 children who will drown next year, about 375 of them will do so within 25 yards of a parent or other adult. In 10 percent of those drownings, the adult will actually watch them do it, having no idea it is happening (source: CDC). Drowning does not look like drowning Dr. Pia, in an article in the Coast Guards On Scene Magazine, described the instinctive drowning response like this: 1. Except in rare circumstances, drowning people are physiologically unable to call out for help. The respiratory system was designed for breathing. Speech is the secondary or overlaid function. Breathing must be fulfilled, before speech occurs. 2. Drowning peoples mouths alternately sink below and reappear above the surface of the water. The mouths of drowning people are not above the surface of the water long enough for them to exhale, inhale, and call out for help. When the drowning peoples mouths are above the surface, they exhale and inhale quickly as their mouths start to sink below the surface of the water. 3. Drowning people cannot wave for help. Nature instinctively forces them to extend their arms laterally and press down on the waters surface. Pressing down on the surface of the water, permits drowning people to leverage their bodies so they can lift their mouths out of the water to breathe. 4. Throughout the Instinctive Drowning Response, drowning people cannot voluntarily control their arm movements. Physiologically, drowning people who are struggling on the surface of the water cannot stop drowning and perform voluntary movements such as waving for help, moving toward a rescuer, or reaching out for a piece of rescue equipment. 5. From beginning to end of the Instinctive Drowning Response, peoples bodies remain upright in the water, with no evidence of a supporting kick. Unless rescued by a trained lifeguard, these drowning people can only struggle on the surface of the water from 20 to 60 seconds before submersion occurs. This doesnt mean that a person that is yelling for help and

thrashing isnt in real trouble; they are experiencing aquatic distress. Not always present before the instinctive drowning response, aquatic distress doesnt last long. But unlike true drowning, these victims can still assist in their own rescue. They can grab lifelines, throw rings, etc. Look for these other signs of drowning when persons are in the water: Head low in the water, mouth at water level; head tilted back with mouth open; eyes glassy and empty, unable to focus; eyes closed; hair over forehead or eye; not using legs; in a vertical position; hyperventilating or gasping; trying to swim in a particular direction but not making headway; trying to roll over on the back; ladder climb, rarely out of the water. So if a crew member falls overboard and every looks O.K., dont be too sure. Sometimes the most common indication that someone is drowning is that they dont look like theyre drowning. They may just look like they are treading water and looking up at the deck. One way to be sure is to ask them: Are you alright? If they can answer at all, they probably are. If they return a blank stare, you may have less than 30 seconds to get to them. And parents, children playing in the water make noise. When they get quiet, you get to them and find out why.

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Business
Creative Ways to Avoid Clutter in Your Home
or better storage space throughout the house, starting with closets. Begin with a paint job. Its easier to assess whats inside a closet if the interior is white. Place items youll use most frequently in the front. Buy small, battery-operated lights where there are none. Combine related items together (for example, sewing items; extension cords and surge protectors; gift wrapping supplies) in plastic storage bins, plastic drawers or cardboard storage boxes, and label the front for easy identification. If possible, build shelves in your closets. Stacks of shirts and sweaters are easier to access and more visible than when stuffed into a drawer. If youre going to use shelves to hold shoe boxes, sweaters or shirts, space the shelves fairly close together-high stacks of clothing can get out of order quickly. Extra blankets can be stored between the mattress and box spring or stuffed into pillows and used decoratively. Store items under the bed in drawers from a castoff bureau. Or buy shallow plastic storage boxes with wheels meant for this purpose. You can find unused storage space all over your home if you think creatively. Example: Replace the family room sofa with cushions on

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hinged platforms that have storage beneath, a shallow bookcase to hold paperbacks may fit the wall of even the narrowest hallway. If steps to the basement are open, install tracks and a pullout drawer on the underside of them. You can even replace nailed-down steps with hinged ones and stow items underneath. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact Lori Stephan @ (920) 822-4663 or e-mail: lori@countrypriderealty.com.

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By Lori Stephan, Country Pride Realty, Inc. Many of us wish our homes were more organized and less CLUTTERED. Here are a few ways to arrange your living space easily and effectively: Start by throwing away the things you dont need. Some items youll have no problem discarding. Put items youre unsure of into a box, tape it closed, and mark it Deliver to (For Charity) on (future date). If youve had no reason to look inside the box when the delivery date arrives, you can safely give it away and help someone less fortunate at the same time. Next, find ways to create more

Jason Fotopoulos, a Pulaski High School graduate, invites everyone to sample his fabulous Greek food at Greek Boys Gyro at 2259 S. Oneida St., Green Bay. For more information, call (920) 884-2300.

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Lawrence takes over American Family Insurance

Is your business insurance policy equipped for a disaster?

Submitted by Brian Wasilew Safeguard Insurance Group We are often reminded of the definition of disaster as it usually relates to the most recent and memorable catastrophic event. While the state of Wisconsin is not labeled as an extreme weather state, we still see an average of 21 tornadoes per year according to the National Weather Service. In 2005, we saw 62 twisters; one of epic proportion that struck just north of us near the Mountain and Lakewood areas. Whether it be lightning, hail, flood, fire, or wind; disasters can happen anywhere, anytime, and they do cause severe property damage. To prepare for such events, both insurance company representatives and the insured must invest an adequate amount of time and research to ensure that accurate property limits are established which allow for replacement of buildings and/or personal property should any damage occur. However, not all catastrophic events are insurable on traditional policies. Floodwaters are an example of an event that are not insured under traditional insurance policies, whether it be residential or commercial. Yet flood exposure can only be covered by the National Flood Insurance Program which was originated under FEMA. Catastrophic events can cause significant financial hardship to a community, the insurance industry, the government, and the economy. September 11, 2001 caused our country to re-evaluate the way it needs to prepare (and respond) to man-made disasters of epic proportion. Total financial losses from 9/11 have been estimated close to $32 billion dollars and the majority of these claims were paid by private insurance carriers worldwide. As a result of this unprecedented event, revisions on behalf of the insurance industry and our federal government were put into place in 2002 through the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act. TRIA is basically a blended agreement of coverage backed by our Federal Reserves, private insurance, and the policyholder should such a catastrophic terrorist event ever happen again. In terms of insurance preparation, gone are the days where all risk insurance policies had comprehensive coverage for almost every type of claim under the sun. Todays policies, especially commercial insurance, have more limitations and tighter policy language for certain types of events such as terrorism, loss of power and/or communication, cyberhacking, and identity theft; especially as they may relate to business interruption. While most insurance carriers do a good job of pre-packaging a commercial insurance policy specific to each type of industry, policy language and benefits are more restrictive when it comes to newer forms of non-typical claims. However, with a good review of business exposures and planning for unforeseen events, additional endorsements can be purchased separately which coordinate comprehensive limits and broad policy language. Depending on
the importance, some endorsements could mean the difference of staying in business or closing for good. In a recent study, it was found that out of a group of small businesses that purchased adequate business interruption insurance and had experienced a catastrophic claim like a fire or tornado, only 28% of these businesses survived after rebuilding. The main reason 62% of these businesses failed was due to a lack of a disaster recovery plan for their respective company. In other words, management had never forecasted an emergency action plan should their building be destroyed. Would they find suitable space for rent to restore business operations while their original premises are under construction? If able to continue business operations, were they able to provide the same level of customer service for their clients as before the claim? If not, how many clients did they lose until they eventually went bankrupt? The overall theme of this study was to stress the importance of a business continuation plan should a catastrophic event occur. If your insurance policy only takes you so far, how do you provide the rest in order to stay in business? From this study, it was also estimated that for every $1 spent on developing a crisis management plan in advance is like saving $7 if (or when) the actual disaster strikes. For example, a manufacturer that is dependent on a large daily supply of electrical power should review all possible exposures that may cause an interruption in power and what are the financial consequences should the interruption last longer than expected? What if the interruption is due to an unforeseen catastrophic event and the full capacity of power cannot be restored for at least 20 days? With operating expenses such as bank loans, supplier contracts, and equipment leases, this manufacturer still has a need for daily revenue and probably cannot afford to be without power for an extended period of time. If the financial risk of losing business is too extreme, what is the cost to purchase a back-up generator? What is the cost to purchase insurance to indemnify lost profits instead? As technology improves our surroundings, it also means that several items we use on a daily basis are dependent upon some sort of power supply and communication networks to function properly. While computers and cell phones not long ago were considered luxuries, today they are an essential part of our everyday lives and functioning without them is almost unimaginable. If we had a catastrophic event that knocked out our communication system for several days, what financial losses would our entire community incur should our business sector be shut down and no revenue can be generated? If the business sector cannot survive, how will people earn their living should they lose their jobs? These questions give fair cause for thought should we be pressed with a catastrophic event whether it be natural or man-made. Its recommended to know the working mechanics of your insurance policy well in advance of a claim; learning the policy language after the fact could spell disaster. In disaster planning, insurance is an important part of the equation as it relates to indemnity and with this, insurance language is very specific and should be addressed carefully. Also, over time, businesses grow and policy language changes. While some catastrophic events may be virtually impossible to prepare for, at least having some semblance of a back-up plan is a must. With thorough planning, a properly designed insurance program in conjunction with a business disaster plan could be the difference between surviving the ordeal or having to shut the doors as a result.
Safeguard Insurance specializes in providing commercial insurance for most types of risks while offering disaster planning along with several compliance programs for OSHA and DOT requirements. Safeguard is conveniently located in the Mountain Bay Plaza in Pulaski.

Christine Larsen, Joshua Lawrence (agent), and Mary Carlson invite you to purchase insurance from Josh Lawrence Insurance Agency with American Family Insurance.

By Brooke Lauritzen and Shane Reinhard Theres a new agent in town. On September 1, Josh Lawrence took over the American Family Insurance agency located at 585 East Glenbrook Drive, Pulaski. Lawrence had his own agency in Green Bay for three years prior to coming to Pulaski, and he became apart of the insurance industry because he has always loved helping people out. According to Lawrence, this occupation was perfect for him because he wants

to do all he can to help protect his family, friends, and the local community. He also said, The Pulaski area is easily accessible to its customers and is a nice location in general. Lawrence said he transferred his business to Pulaski because the opportunity came up, he has a lot of current customers here, and its convenient for everyone. Welcome Josh Lawrence to the Pulaski community.

Shining stars awarded grants

By Sara Brown Shining Stars is excited to announce that they have been awarded for two grants for their center. Shining Stars has been chosen by The University of Wisconsin-Madison and the local resource and referral as one of two centers out of eighty applications to participate as a pilot site on Obesity Prevention. The grant incorporates five hours of staff training, twelve onsite visits of three hours in length, and five thousand
dollars. The other grant that was awarded is from the Wisconsin of Public Instructions; it is a grant for early Childhood/4k Nutrition. Shining Stars plans on using this grant to promote school and home collaborations. This is a mini grant worth five hundred dollars. There will be many opportunities for families to participate in the educational and learning activities attached with these grants, and Shining Stars is looking forward to getting started.

Driving range is now open in Pulaski

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Pulaskis new driving range is now open with some of the best tee mats around.

By Dallas Rank and Kyle Renel The driving range behind Super Rons Food Center is one of the longest in the area. At 311 yards, even the big hitters can get loose. The range also has top-ofthe-line hitting mats that have a feel similar to grass. Owners Jay Neuenschwander and Bryan Ullmer said, You will love these mats. Youre not just hitting off Astro Turf; you can hit under the ball just as if you were in a freshly mowed fairway! Neuenschwander and Ullmer say that due to the extremely wet summer, they were unable to open in June when they wanted to, and are still in the process of adding to the facility.

Our plan for next year is to have more permanent targets out on the range from a car at 150 yards to shorter targets for people to work on their wedges, Neuenschwander said. In the near future, we have big plans for an area to hit off grass and a sand trap. The cost per bucket is five dollars, and players get just over 40 golf balls. Players can also purchase packages of ten buckets for 40 dollars at Super Rons. The packages work off of tokens that are accepted at a machine that distributes the golf balls. So get ready golfers with this new facility in our area, scores will be so low that players can leave their calculators at home!

Births and Deaths

July 16, 2010 Binon, Tara (Baranczyk) and Adam, Camarillo, California, son Grandparents are Allan and Nicky Baranczyk, Pulaski, and Ben and Kathy Binon, Abrams September 13, 2010 Kuss, Heather and Brian Suamico, daughter September 16, 2010 Boyea, Brooke, and Garrett, Jake Pulaski, daughter September 17, 2010 Hill, Kelly and Alex Seymour, son September 21, 2010 Schroeder, Nicole and Nathan Pulaski, daughter September 24, 2010 Barrington, Jodi and Lincoln Pulaski, son

Life is what we make it, always has been, always will be. ~Grandma Moses

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Wielgus, Eugene J.

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Births and deaths are a complimentary service from Pulaski News. If you wish to place an obituary, please have your funeral home director email it to us. If you wish to place a photo with the obituary, there will be a $20 fee. Contact Laurie Fischer at (920)822-6800 for more information. Ruby Rose Ruechel, 93, Anston died peacefully September 24, 2010, at a Green Bay hospital, with her family at her side. The daughter of the late Alphonse and Minerva (Swartz) Caelwaerts was born September 27, 1916, in Suamico. On December 30, 1935, she married Gordon Ruechel. The couple lived in Anston, where they raised their family and farmed all of their married life. Ruby was a sweet and goodnatured woman who enjoyed getting together to play cards with her friends. She also liked to play cards with friends from the St. Theresa Society. She enjoyed traveling and needlepoint, and she liked to watch the Brewers. She was a member of the Anston Social Club and the Birthday Club. Ruby belonged to SS. Edward & Isidore Parish in Flintville, where she was a member of the Altar-Rosary Society. Survivors include four sons and three daughters; Gerald Ruechel (Marion McDaniel), Mesa, AZ, Leon (Janet) Ruechel, Pulaski, Marlis Ruechel (Ed Ertman), Denmark, Neal (Linda) Ruechel, Anston, Kay (Bob) Sorenson, Mill Center, Dean (Vicki) Ruechel, Pulaski, and Lori Ruechel (Ray Spakowicz), Pembine; a daughter-in-law, Sue Ruechel DePuy, Winthrop Harbor, IL; 18 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; one brotherin-law, Gailand (Marian) Ruechel, Oconto; nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon, in 1981; one son, Lance Ruechel; one daughter, Diane Ruechel; one grandson, Michael Ruechel; one brother, Lawrence (Marion) Caelwaerts; one sister, Elizabeth (Gabriel) Meyer; two sisters-inlaw, Myra (Jack) OConnell and Esther (Ed) Gritt.

Deaths

Ruechel, Ruby Rose

Eugene J. Wielgus, 87, Pulaski, passed away September 28, 2010, at his home. The son of John and Martha (Polczinski) Wielgus was born October 18, 1922, in Pulaski. In June of 1963, he married Cecelia Warchol. She preceded him in death in 1993. Eugene was a 1941 graduate of Pulaski High School. He attended Outagamie Rural Normal School, and then earned his Bachelor of Science in 1963 from UWPlatteville. He taught Industrial Arts and History at Pulaski High School for many years, and completed his career in education as the schools Audio-Visual Coordinator, retiring in 1985. He also had his own business, Wood Spe-

cialties, Inc., where he worked as a custom cabinet maker. He was a past member of the Village Board. Eugene enjoyed gardening, tending his fruit trees, and listening to classical music. He also liked to drive his Model A on Sunday afternoons and his daily walks around the village. Survivors include his stepdaughter, Gail (Fred) Kestly, Deerbrook; his stepson, James (Chris) Warchol, Grapevine, TX; four step-grandchildren, Steven (Betty) Kestly, Oneida, Karen (Ted) Staege, Waunakee, Kathleen (John) Krause, Howard, and Adam Warchol, Grapevine, TX; nine step greatgrandchildren, Hannah and Chaz Kestly; Ryan, Jared, and Cecilia Staege; and Isaac, Grace, Emma, and Maegan Krause; two sisters, Evelyn (Arthur) Gajewski, Pulaski and Sally McNulty, Colorado; two sisters-in-law, Patricia Noth, Green Bay and Petronella Pat Wielgus, Pulaski; his good friend and neighbor, Sandy Grych; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cecelia; two brothers, Chester and Arthur Wielgus and two sisters, Irene (Joseph Sr.) Homel and Esther (Lloyd) Tracey.

Church Services
ASSUMPTION B.V.M. CHURCH, Pulaski. Saturday Mass: 4:00 p.m.; Sunday Masses: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Daily Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 7:00 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m., Thursday 8:15 a.m. Rite of Reconciliation: 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Rev. Patrick Gawrylewski. (920) 822-3279 CORNERSTONE FAMILY CHURCH, 2780 School Lane (Cty. B), Suamico. Sunday morning service 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Childrens service provided and nursery available. Wednesday evening service 6:45 p.m. Childrens activities provided and youth activities provided. Pastor Dennis Toyne (920) 6621146, www.cfcgb.com. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN - LCMS, 910 St. Augustine St., Pulaski. (across from Pulaski Middle School) Worship Services: Thursday 7:00 p.m.; Sunday 9:00 a.m. S.S. & H.S. Youth Classes, 10:15 a.m.; Adult Study, 10:30 a.m. Conf. Classes Wed. 6:00 p.m.; Sr. Yth, Wed. 6:00p.m. (A/C & wheelchair accessible), church office 920-822-3511. ST. STANISLAUS CHURCH, Hofa Park. Masses: Tuesday 7:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 p.m. ; Vigil of Holy Day 8:00 p.m. ; Sacrament of Reconciliation, Saturday 7:30 p.m. or upon request. Rev. Patrick Gawrylewski. Parish Office: (920)-822-5512 HOLY CROSS NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH, Pulaski. Mass 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month at 2:30 p.m. (715) 693-2241. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, Sunday Worship Services and Kids Church at 10:00 a.m. Nursery provided. Meeting at the Pulaski Community Middle School auditorium. Pastor Bob Wied, (920) 822-7117, www.PulaskiNewLife.com. OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) Lessor, Cty. Rd. S, Pulaski. 3 miles west and 3 miles south of Angelica on Cty. Rd. S. Worship Services: June through Labor Day - 9:00 am Sundays. Sept. through May - 10 am. Sunday School - 8:45 am Sept. - May.Pastor Dennis Ellisen. WWW.oursaviors-lessor.org UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Angelica. WI586 Cty. Trunk C, Pulaski. Sunday Worship Service at 8:30 a.m. Sunday School at 8:30 a.m. Pastor Loretta Waegli, Cell (715) 853-4444; Church (920) 822-1743. PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1954 County Rd. U, Green Bay WI 54313. Worship Schedule: Thursday evening 7:00 p.m.; Sunday Morning 8:00, 9:20, 10:30; Sunday School & Power Hour 9:15 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st & 3rd Sundays and Preceding Thursday evening service at 7:00 p.m. Pastor Don Behrendt. Member of ELCA ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH, W 1978 Church Drive., Angelica. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Church Services. Zachow location, Sunday 10:00 a.m. Pastor Phillip Geiger. (715) 758-2275 ST. CASIMIR CHURCH, Krakow. Rev. James Esser, OFM. Masses: Saturday 8:00 p.m.; Sunday 9:00 a.m. Holy Days 8:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 7:00-7:45 p.m. ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Little Suamico. (East of 41-141 on Cty. S, right on Cty. J mile) Church 826-7785. Sunday Service at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Member ELCA. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Morgan. (920) 846-3453. Worship Sunday, Contemporary Service at 8:00 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m.; Traditional Service, 10:30 a.m. Pastor Paul Heykes. Member ELCA ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE (St. Jogn Cantius Site), Sobieski. Fr. Gerald Prusakowski, Pastor. Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m. & 9:45 a.m. Confessions: Saturday 10:30 a.m. or by appointment. Phone (920) 822-5255. SS. EDWARD AND ISIDORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 3667 Flintville Road (County M) Green Bay. Saturday Masses at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:15 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. Confession: Saturday ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH GREEN VALLEY (LCMS) W1294 Nauman Road, Cecil, WI 54111 (715) 745-4558. Sunday Worship Services are 10:30 a.m.; Holy Communion the 1st & 3rd Sundays; Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. (Sept. - May 20) ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), Hobart, corner of Overland and J. Worship services: Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & High School Youth Classes 9:15 a.m. Adult Class, Sunday 9:15 a.m. and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Summer Schedule: May thru September, Thursday 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. Pastor Vern Heim, (920) 869-2777.

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FOR SALE
CADILLAC ELDORADO 1984 V-8 automatic. Maroon inside/out. $2,995. Call 920-822-4836. ANTIQUE WRINGER WASHER - $75. One owner. Works great. Call Tina @ 920-822-2258. BRAND NEW! Queen pillow top mattress set sealed in plastic. Delivery avail. $175. Call 920-590-1110. MULTI PROFESSIONAL TENANT OFFICE BUILDING at 585 E. Glenbrook Dr. Pulaski. Asking $433,000.00. Call for details: Vander Zanden Real Estate Col, LLC. 920-437-9797. A/C. $800 a month. No Pets. 920-822-3955.

Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. ~Maria Robinson

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RUMMAGE SALE
FRI. OCT. 8 & SAT. OCT. 9. W187 STATE HWY 156. 8 a.m. 6 p.m. Bikes, children thru adult winter jackets, snow pants, boots and mitten. Tools and misc.

NOVENA
PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (Never known to fail.) Oh most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my Necessity. Oh star of the sea, help me and show me here in you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you

TWO 2 BDRM APART-

MENTS - $335 & $440. Heat & water included. No Pets. 357 W. Pulaski St. 715-758-8503. DOWNTOWN PULASKI! Approx. 1,500 office space or retail/restaurant space for lease for $900 month! Also, approx. 3,500 sq ft of warehouse space available or use as variety of options! Call Lori @ 246-3000.

HELP WANTED
CBRF now hiring all shifts. Call 920-822-1300 Marla or 920-434-8650 Waylene.

from the bottom of my heart so succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Holy Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times) Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands. (3 times) Say this prayer for 3 days in a row, publish it and it will be granted to you.

FOR RENT
2 BDRMS AVAILABLE IN LARGE 3 BDRM COUNTRY HOME. Near Sunnyside School. Females preferred. $375 w/utilities and garage. Jamie @ 920-621-6748. 2 BDRM APARTMENT Heat & water furnished. $400 per month. 920-822-5108. FULL HOUSE FOR RENT IN ANGELICA. Pulaski School District. Ready Now! $595 per month. Must have security deposit and good references. Contact Pat @ 920-822-8008. TWO BDRM MOBILE HOME in excellent condition also 3 BDRM HOME both $450 month + security deposit. Near Pulaski. References required. No Pets. 920-822-5496. 3 BEDROOM DUPLEX 2 BA, 1,400 sq. ft. Appliances. Two stall garage.

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Bev Heling accepts her framed photo and gift certificate. Heling won the Dynamic Designs Community Photo Calendar Contest for July. For more information on the contest check out the website: www.dynamicdesignspulaski.com

The Fall Festival Court members of 2010 were freshmen: Ashley Busch and Joseph Thyne; sophomores: Katie Kosmal and Jacob Swiecichowski; juniors: Elizabeth Wenninger and Brock Manning; seniors: Courtney Dettman and Andrew Ambrosius; and Queen Kaitlyn Hilliard and King Brandon Reynolds.