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Table of contentsMAY2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 letters designed by: ambria herring ‘22 BUlletin staff
senior/principal
Senior content editor-
7 sports spring sports, sport highlights ellie first

10 news coronavirus update senior copy editor-
evette harrelL

senior photo editor-

12 Q&A quarantine edition indie murphy
senior design editor-

abigail trussell

14 photos seniors, group photos & more writers/designers-
richie bullock

timmy colatruglio

22 lifestyle fashion, music, entertainment adam eskender
eli gamble

ambria herring

Policy Statement: erin johnson
jake kinkead
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Advanced Newspaper Journalism students, as well as other student connor sexton
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SPECIAL FEATURE A letter from

Written by: Mr.spinner | designed by: AMbria Herring ‘22

Bears...

When Mrs Bush and the news mag team asked me to write a letter for the final edition of The
Bulletin, my first thought was "yep," no problem, got it. Then I got another reminder, and another,

and then another. All of the reminders were polite, and as usual, very clear and concise with what

they were asking me to do. Normally, I am very prompt and work hard to meet deadlines, and in

fact, am always early. However, as I write this letter, I realize the reason I waited so long to write it is

because I do not want it to be the last edition of the year 2019-2020 and for this to be my last message

in that edition. As you know, I work hard to CONTROL what I can CONTROL, and I feel as if the last

three months got in the way of that mantra.

With that being said, I quickly snapped out of it and realized that this whole time, we have been

controlling what we can control. We have been working to make the best of it. We have been working

to keep in touch. We have been working to learn how to ZOOM, Skype, Group-Facetime, BlackBoard-

Collab, etc... We have been working to tackle what has been put in front of us as a BEAR Family!
That is what we do at 3140BSR!

Also, the last three months are just that....the last three months. That is not what defines the 2019-

2020 school year, no different than how the first three months don’t define the whole year. It is the

WHOLE year that defines the WHOLE year.

So, let me remind you of a few things that I think of when I think about 2019-2020....

-The ice cream social at the Market in August -Singing the Alma Mater in the gym

-The "Mr Betz" run athletic Beg-a-thon over the summer -Drumline

-The first couple days of school and the assemblies/scavenger hunts/banner signing -Spirit weeks

-Getting even more Bear apparel (I know all of you have tons of Berlin gear!) -Tests

-Beating Delaware Hayes in Football for the first ever OCC win - packed stadium!

-Game day themes and the student section and leaders -The senior cookout

-The Veterans Day parade and celebration -The senior breakfast

-The five pep rallies (five?? yes, five even in a shortened year!!) -Homecoming game

-DoubleBlue Fridays! -BonFire - best I have ever seen!

-Homecoming dance - professional sound and light display -Memories in the hallways

-Class meetings (three) -Our state bound athletes

-Memories in between classes outside of the MC or SS area -Spirit hall decorating

-Working in collab spaces -Our state bound performing arts students

-School store - theme t-shirts and other apparel -Concerts

-Black History Month celebration and education -Team meals

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Mr.spinner

-Fridays in the Media Center - awesome! -Great art work in the art hallway
-Science experiments and procedures in class and in the auditorium -Morning announcements
-FB hanging the first ever banner in the gym... more sports followed -Cinderella
-Academic award winners in the SS display cases -Lunches inside the commons or on the patio
-Involvement and growth in over 60 groups, clubs and activities -Pre-show nerves and jitters
-The relationships you have built with each other and with your teachers and admin
-Records on the walls in the athletic wing -Playbills in the theater and the office
-Playbills in the theater and the office -40 framed picture moments in time around the building

-All of the other moments, memories and events that I missed...
To the classes of 2021, 2022 and 2023... We will be back. We will strengthen and add to that list
in the coming years. You are 1,000+ of the best I have been around. You are ready to take the reins
and lead the charge. We will not forget what we had to do to get here, and we will honor and use that
knowledge to build on the strong foundation that 2020 gave us.
To the class of 2020.... What can I say? Thank you. Make no mistake, the list above was your
creation. The other three classes supported and added to it (NO DOUBT), but you were asked to lead
two years ago, and lead you did! You accepted the challenge and ran with it. You believed in yourself,
you believed in each other, and most of all, you took a huge leap and you believed in me. You did
EVERYTHING I asked you to do, and WE did it SHOULDER TO SHOULDER! So, for that,
THANK YOU!

I want to remind all classes and end with this for our seniors of 2020. You are a part of something
special that can never be taken away from you. You are a part of the BEAR family. That means
something to me, and I know it means something to you. Clawsup, DoubleBlue, Berlin Pride,
3140BSR, etc... Nobody else has that. Nobody else understands what those things really mean.

So, no matter where you end up or where your life takes you, please know that you can always
come home to 3140BSR, and I will be waiting to give you a bear bump with a clawsup, and if you
want, I will be happy to stand shoulder to shoulder and sing a choked up version of our beloved
alma mater.
Remember, Berlin Pride....It's Forever!

Mr. Spinner

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SPECIAL FEATURE

A letter from the editor: senior edition
WRITTEN BY: evette harrelL ‘20 | designed by: ambria Herring ‘22

To the OBHS teachers and students:
At the end of my sophomore year, I was really hesitant about moving to Berlin, but Berlin turned

out to be the best part of my high school experience. The spirit, the culture, the experiences and
opportunities. Students--thanks for helping create a positive environment. Teachers--thanks for
supporting us students through everything. Mr. Spinner built a foundation, each and every one of you
made it stronger. There were some rough times--like there inevitably are in every pursuit of greatness-
-but we got through those together. Shoulder to shoulder. OBHS is truly a special place. Thanks for
making me proud to be a Berlin Bear.
To The Bulletin staff:

Adam, Erin, Indie, Eli, Abbey, Timmy, Ellie, Courtney, Ella, Jake, Luke, Richie, Connor,
Ambria--I’m going to miss you all. Mrs. Bush, thanks for your leadership and for always making
news mag fun. We had so many crazy conversations, so many laughs, so many fun times together
this year. From our brainstorming sessions to spending crunch time together every issue, I enjoyed
every minute of it. My favorite news mag memories: Jake’s interactive pages, Indie’s Spinner-tines,
Eli’s artistic talent and amazing T-shirt design, Abby’s insane design skills, Timmy’s Kobe article,
our Tik Toks and Spotify playlists, Secret Santa, our class field trips, and the boys’ rendition of the
Backstreet Boys “I Want it That Way.” This year was amazing. I’m excited to see how you all
continue to grow, and you better believe I’ll be in touch. Maybe I’ll get a subscription of The Bulletin
mailed to my dorm room? Don’t miss me too much; I know you guys will do great things :)

Sincerely,
Evette

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SPORTS

ports have such an important
impact across the globe on all types

Sof viewers and athletes in different

COVID-19ways. So, with more people affected by this
Covid-19 pandemic, not having sports adds

on to the struggles of this difficult time.
Some major league sports, such as the

NBA and NHL, were in the middle of their
season when the Covid-19 virus became

IMPACTSa problematic. The NBA commissioner
said they will decide this month

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to continue the
season with WRITTEN By: Adam Eskender ’21 | DESIGNED By: Eli Gamble ’21
no fans in the
arena, or start a season to be recognized by scouts to make it to
a new season the next level. This is a nightmare for athletes and
when the
pandemic spectators alike that seems likely not to
ends. Many end anytime soon.
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to figure out what to do
next. All in all, universities’
sports staffs have lost
millions of dollars, and at
the national level, the shut-
down has lowered salaries of
players and damaged their
cities’ economies.

It is likely that other sports
not yet in season will be
pushed back, such as the MLB.

Sporting events such as UFC

fights and Wimbledon, among others,

have been canceled, leading to more loss of money.

At the high school level, schools are closed, and the

sports that were going on will never finish, which

hurts the school sports budget, especially in low

income areas.

Whether as a sports viewer or athlete, the Covid-19

virus has affected everyone, as sports mean In Italy, officials have ordered sport facilities to be sanitized
different things to each person. For some, sports to get rid of containments before any league starts up. This
help people deal with problems going on in their life, arena is used by the basketball club Basket Napoli.

and watching or playing them is a way to escape. Image courtesy of Ciro Fusco / European Pressphoto Agency
For others, especially athletes at the high school

or collegiate level, it may be harmful to lose out on

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SPORTS

2019-2020 SPORTS RECAP
Written By: Richie Bullock ‘21 and Connor Sexton ‘21 | Designed By: Eli Gamble ’21
Fall Sports
Girls Tennis: Girls Tennis had a Field Hockey: Field Hockey made

winning season with a total of 12 wins every game a close one. Even though
they didn't win any games, they still
Boys Soccer: this year. went into every game putting up a
Boys Soccer had fight.
a great season Girls Volleyball: Volleyball had a
young team with only one senior, but Girls Soccer: Girls Soccer had a 10-
with a record finished the season 4-15. 7-1 record. They also had a couple
of 13-1-6, as wins to take them further into the
well as getting Football: Football had an playoffs.
extraordinary season by more than
third place doubling their wins from last year,
in their
conference. ending the season with a 6-5 record
and making it to the playoffs.
Cross Country: The Girls Cross

Golf: The Boys golf team had an Country team finished in third place
amazing year led by coach Andrew in their conference. The Boys Cross
Fraley. Bryce Reed ’21 claimed the Country team finished sixth in their
2019 Hudson Junior Championship
conference.

trophy.

Winter Sports

Wrestling: Wrestling had a great
year sending Corey Hill ’20 and
Evan Butcher ’23 to states, but sadly
due to COVID-19, they did not get to
wrestle, instead ending their season
early.

Boys Basketball: Boys Basketball had
a terrific year, doubling their wins

from last year.

Gymnastics: Girls Basketball: Girls
Gymnastics had a Basketball went off this year, ending
fabulous year to end their season, their season 10-9 as well as winning
only losing one meet and winning a couple games in the playoffs.
their conference and districts.
Hockey: Boys Hockey improved great-
Swim: Swim had a fantastic season ly from last season and worked hard
this year sending two swimmers back for another winning season.
to States for the second year in a
row: Grace Butcher ’20 and Brogan Bowling: Girls Bowling went 12-20 in
Robinson ’22. this year’s season. Boys Bowling went
6-23.
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SPORTS

SHOUT OUT TO SPRING SENIORS AND COACHES
IN A SEASON THAT ENDED BEFORE IT BEGAN

BASEBALL GIRLS LACROSSE TRACK AND FIELD

Mike Weaver - V Head Coach Megan Noone - V Head Coach Anthony Beggrow - V Head Coach
Corey Jordan - Asst. Coach Sam Abramhamsen - V.Asst. Coach Mark Nori - Asst. Coach
Gary Webb - Asst. Coach Sara Dickinson - V Asst. Coach Shaytell Taylor - Asst. Coach
Matt Kamalsky - Asst. Coach Jaime Miller - JV Head Coach Catherine Ubry - Asst. Coach
Timm Webb - Asst. Coach Seniors: Lindsey Lane - Asst. Coach
Wes Detter - Asst. Coach #1 - Sophia Martel Nick DiFeo - Asst. Coach
Max Gunn - JV Head Coach #4 - Tolan Cook Dominick Mazza - Asst. Coach
Randy Smith - JV Asst. Coach #15 - Izzy Conrad Whitney Bice - Asst. Coach
Brendon Schrock - Fr. Head Coach #19 - Andi Henry Shalen Beggrow - Asst. Coach
BOYS VOLLEYBALL
Seniors: Megan O’Dell - V Head Coach Seniors:
#1 - Daniel Helmers Jacob Carlton - V Asst. Coach Riyadh Ahmed
#3 - Dylan Reeves Senior: Clayton Atkinson
#4 - Jacob Lewis #8 - Ryan Slyh Yenubenant Bukari
#6 - Adam Wallace BOYS TENNIS Ryan Cochran
#7 - Ryan Lowery Michael Rosile - V Head Coach Braden Cook
#22 - Max Nourse Ric Lehman - JV Head Coach Noah Dursik
#23 - Cameron Voinovich Senior: Randolph Foston
#24 - Chris Nash Vishnu Dasaka Ethan Harsh
#34 - Zach Martin Zachary Lambert
THE BULLETIN | PAGE 9 Alexander Nicol
SOFTBALL Kavi Patel
Ian Poehler
Jenna Haskins - V Head Coach Pietro Pozzi
Raelynn Bishop - Asst. Coach Jacob Reitz
Mallory Markham - Asst. Coach Matthew Roberts
Bruce Leary - Asst. Coach Grant Schrieber
Caden Shiring
Seniors: Meghan Boggess
#10 - Kirsten Kracht Seville Davis
#15 - Lexie Lewis Anne Freeman
#22 - Blythe Beaumont Evette Harrell
Meghan Hill
BOYS LACROSSE Rebecca Koppelman
Dominique Alexander - V Head Meghan Krupar
Coach Grace Mulheim
Olivia Neidhardt
Seniors: Ruth Pfeiffer
#2 - Aidin Pettograsso Brooklyn Piper
#6 - Logan DeChristopher Madeleine Reinard
#9 - Jack Nebraska Megan Schlabig
#13 - Adam Wiseman Emily Seese
#15 - Logan Bland Jacqueline Seifert
#20 - Xavier Jackson Piper Sullivan
#24- Caden Pomeroy Madison Vondersaar
Madison Wieclaw

NEWCS OVID-19 pandemic
carves path on
modern day life

written by: Luke Seasholtz ‘21 designed by ambria herring ‘22

How it all Started:

On Dec. 31, 2019, health authorities in Wuhan, China reported to the public that dozens of people were
sick from pneumonia, with no knowledge of where it came from. It is said that many of those who were sick
had visited an animal market in Wuhan.

The first death caused by what is now known to be the coronavirus, was a 61 year-old man who said he was
at the animal market. He passed away on Jan. 11, but at this time only 59 cases were reported, and of those,
only seven were critical cases. Two days later, Thailand reported an infection. Then, on Jan. 16, Japan had a
case, and four days later, the United States reported their first case.

A day before January ended, the World Health Organization, for the sixth time ever in history, declared the
coronavirus an international concern and pandemic. Five days into February, a cruise ship with more than
3,600 passengers had to quarantine on the ship in order to prevent the spread of corona when they got home.
Later on, more than 700 passengers were infected.

On Feb. 11, the virus was officially announced as COVID-19. Toward the end of February, the first local
transmission of the virus in the U.S. took place in California, and by Feb. 27, a total of 2,022 cases had been
reported.
Now, close to 2.7 million cases have been reported, with over 188,800 deaths worldwide. The coronavirus
went from a small market in China to a worldwide pandemic in just a little over three months. How did we even
get here?

“Countries, health partners,
manufacturers, and the private sector
must act together and ensure that the
fruits of science and research can
benefit everybody. -Dr. Tedros.

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NEWS

u.s. response:

President Donald Trump declared a national emergency for the U.S. on March
13. Six days later, Italy’s death toll rose to 4,000, passing all infected countries,
including China where it all began. A day later, New York City became the
epicenter of the virus in the U.S., with more than 15,000 cases.
By this time, Japan had postponed the 2020 Summer Olympics, and sports teams were
cancelling seasons across the globe. On March 26, the U.S. had the most confirmed cases, 82,000
confirmed and over 1,000 deaths. The next morning, President Trump stated he would sign a $2
trillion coronavirus relief bill. By the end of March, close to 1 million people had been reported
sick.

"Considering the current situation, in regards to the Tokyo
Games, as the host nation, in order to ensure that athletes
from all over the world are able to compete in their best
condition, and also in order to ensure the utmost safety for

the spectators, I have asked him to consider postponing
the games by about a year,” said Japan’s prime minister,

Shinzo Abe.

current situation:
As we head into summer, the number of expected
cases was not reached, meaning quarantine orders have
been working and citizens all over the world are helping
prevent the spread of the deadly disease by taking the
right precautions. 2020 will go down as one of the most
dramatic and surprising years because so much has
happened since the year began. Life took a major turn
with this pandemic, and all we can do is take necessary
actions to prevent ourselves and others from contracting
the virus, and stay hopeful that this pandemic will end
and the sick will get better. The longer we sit through the
storm, the stronger the sun will shine.

As the virus escalates, New York City is
empty, with not a pedestration in cite. On a
normal occasion, the city is flooded with people.

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LIFESTYLE How bears stay
Written By: ellie first ‘21 designed by: Ambria herring ‘22

“Cooking, working “I’ve been watching a
out and sleeping” lot of Netflix, working
out and spending more
Delaney Callison ‘22 time with my family.”

Elise Brown ‘22

“Baking and
working out”

“Animal Crossing is “Binge watching Marin Curry ‘23
where it’s at” anything and

Ryan Slyh ‘20 everything on Netflix
and facetiming my
friends.”

Mackenzie
Hanson ‘20

“Sleeping” “Trying to do “I’m facetiming
Lexi something active and friends and playing
social everyday! Lots
Kohlmeyer ‘22 of online workouts and Wii.”
Audrey Butcher ‘23
“Art, of course!” facetime.”
Brogan “Trying new
Livia Zuesi ‘21 hobbies,
Robinson ‘22
like sewing”

Ellie Torlone ‘22

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LIFESTYLE

busy over quarantine

“Trying out new “Watching Netflix, “Binge watching One
makeup looks” working out and Tree Hill”
Mary Koeppen ‘21 facetiming my
friends” Gwynne Kiener ‘21
“I work out
and detox Sahasra Nalla ‘22
in the sauna”
Aubrey Pritchard ‘21 “Doing my homework, “Sleeping and a
getting a workout in and lot of Netflix”
“Hobbies I haven’t watching movies with my
had time to do in Lindsey
family” Whitmore ‘21
awhile”
Bretten Hooks ‘20 Avery Callison ‘23

“Sleep” “Dominating in
Ben Paull ‘20 Wii Sports”

Ava First ‘23

“Catching up on
Netflix shows”

Emma
Wentworth ‘22

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PHOTO SPREAD

Historic Moments: Berlin Timeline Ribbon cutting First day of school
Designed by ella walls ‘22
8/5/18 8/15/18

First8fo/2ot4b/a1ll8game Homecoming

9/29/18

First Bulletins on sale Prom

10/12/18 4/27/19

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PHOTO SPREAD

First week of school Spirit week

8/16/19 10/7/19

Bonfire Senior Thanksgiving

10/8/19 11/22/19

Cinderella Senior stadium lights

2/21/20 4/20/20

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OurPHOTOSPREAD Adventure Book:
designed by: indie murphy ‘21
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PHOTO SPREAD

Best of the Year

Photos, courtesy of
Colleen Torlone,
Todd Spinner and
the Bear family

THE BULLETIN | PAGE 17 Background coutesy of blogspot.com

PHOTO SPREAD

A Look Back at the Seniors
Designed by: Indie Murphy ’21

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PHOTO SPREAD

Background coutesy of blogspot.com

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HONORING SPRING ATHLETES SPRING ATHLETES

BOYS JV LACROSSE BOYS VARSITY LACROSSE

GIRLS JV LACROSSE GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE

GIRLS JV SOFTBALL GIRLS VARSITY SOFTBALL

FRESHMAN BOYS BASEBALL BOYS JV BASEBALL

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Started off strong HONORING SPRING ATHLETES

BOYS VARSITY BASEBALL BOYS VOLLEYBALL

BOYS JV TENNIS BOYS VARSITY TENNIS

BOYS TRACK AND FIELD SENIOR BOYS TRACK AND FIELD

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD GIRLS SENIOR TRACK

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BEARS’ FUTURE PLANS

WHERE IN THE WORLD

ARE THE BEARS GOING?
Designed by: Abigail Trussell’21 and Erin Johnson’21

Bluffton University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Rebecca Koppelman
Olivia Allinger Heidelberg University
Robert Morris University Daytona Beach Kirsten Kracht
Emma Aquilina Ethan Cochran Clemson University
University of Toledo Alexa Lewis
Work Force Isabella Conrad High Point University
Raymond Barnhart Brianna Hibbitts Tanner Shimp
Capital University John Carroll University
Gavin Overton Braden Cook Johnny Spinner
Butler University
Mackenzie Beal Shea Rose

Marietta College University of South Florida Cedarville University
Blythe Beaumont Derek D’Angelo Margaret Torlone

Grant Howard Louisiana State University Defiance College
Madison Howard Sebastian de Gracia Zachary Martin

Michigan State University University of Notre Dame Purdue University
Joseph Bjorkman Sydney Dittmar Alexandra McMurtrie
University of Dayton
Leila Raines Noah Dursik Teresa Schirtzinger
Xavier University Natalie Hegg Iowa State University
Logan Bland Jacob Maskrey Lauren Mericsko
Ryan Lowery
Morgan McNevin The Ohio State University Newark Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Malone University Cameron Voinovich Grace Mulheim
Meghan Boggess Baylor University Adrian College
University of Houston Darci Zartman Christopher Nash
Grace Butcher Campbellsville University Marshall University
Ohio Northern University Randolph Foston Olivia Neidhardt
Drew Hurley The United States Air Force Grace College
Indiana Wesleyan University Demera Harrison Alexander Nicol
Eve Pennington George Zivich III
Shawnee State University
Jonah Pearson

Baldwin Wallace University United States Naval Academy Ohio Dominican University
Peyton Pritchard Jacob Hill Grace Rao

Wittenberg University Online College Pennsylvania State University
Emily Randall McKenzie Hinton Abigail Walker

Savannah College of Art and Design Paul Mitchell School Columbus University of Minnesota
Megan Schlabig Kaila Joseph Kimberly Welch

Butler University Tidewater Community College University of Alabama
Haley Cera Makenzie Keller McKinley Hoffman

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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The Ohio State University Molly Porter BEARS’ FUTURE PLANS
Prerna Balakrishnan Delaney Siniff
Caleb Wester Payton Walker
Neetyaa Bhattarai The Ohio State University Marion Hannah Wilt
Olivia Boone Yenubenant Bukhari University of Cincinnati
Cody Collins Shelby Buck
Alayna Bowman Jack Martin Tolan Cook
Keylee Caudill Nathan Polasky Brianna Cruz
Maxwell Seay Lauren Delligatti
Olivia Cool Megan Fichter
Alana Corrigan Ryan Slyh Rook Holland
Jennifer Cullen Mara Stewart Sydney Morsink
Sreerama Chandra Dasaka Ohio University Madeleine Reinard
Hannah Brown Alyssa Shoaf
Seville Davis Ryan Cochran Cara Susey
Delaney DeMoss Meghan Galligher Adam Wallace
Mitchell Dieckhoner Krista Graybill Madison Wieclaw
Meghan Krupar Evelyn Wildey
Ellena Fritz Andrew Rogers Bowling Green State University
Abigail Georges Caden Shiring Hannah Bouldin
MacKenzie Hanson Sydney Walker Sara Corlette
Columbus State Laura Henry
Corey Hill Community College Nicholas Kron
Olivia Himes Timothy Colatruglio Juliette Lemley
Durge Kumar Jesse Diedrich Mikayla Resko
Saranya Lamba Jackson Dittman Kelsey Reynolds
Zachary Lambert Andrew Evans Emily Richards
Abigail Leary Sarah Evans Carly Scott
Kristen Lillemoen Daniel Helmers Haley Whetstone
Jack Nebraska Joshua Jansen Logan Wright
Madison Pollock Jonathan Johnson Otterbein University
Pietro Pozzi Benjamin Paull Dominic Antronica
Vidya Puttagunta Matthew Roberts Alyson Callahan
Shayaan Rasheed Emily Smith Bretten Hooks
Camryn Reid Xavier Walker Amelia Mannino
Sarah Rubadue Ashton Westrick
Sydney Sainey Adam Wiseman Kavi Patel
Grant Schrieber Miami university Emily Rinehart
Emily Seese Claire Adams Xavier University
Jacqueline Seifert Layne Comyns
Maxwell Stillman Evette Harrell Logan Bland
Piper Sullivan Ethan Harsh Ryan Lowery
William Thacker Meghan Hill Morgan NcNevin
Madison Voinovich Brody Moore Marietta College
Madison Vondersaar Madison Reger Blythe Beaumont
Jessica Walker Jessica Sprader Grant Howard
Grace Wampler Madison Howard
Kent State University THE BULLETIN | PAGE 23
Katelyn Brinckerhoff
Andrea Henry
Sophia Martel

LIFESTYLEcorona

affects

College
plans
Written by: ella walls ‘22 | Designed by: Ambria Herring ‘22

The coronavirus affects life all around the world, and is also
impacting students and their college decisions.

Colleges across the country have shut down and sent students home to do virtual
learning. For many, the spring semester moved to online instruction, and
campuses closed entirely until the fall.
“I planned all my college visits for second semester after I got acceptance letters, so I
didn’t get to do any except OSU!” Madison Vondersaar ‘20 said.

These closings affect high school seniors making decisions about their plans after high school.
College tours, orientations and other events were cancelled, so seniors are not able to attend
these to make their decision.
“I was supposed to have Orientation at UC on June 8, but because of the coronavirus, UC made
all Orientations online. I was looking forward to meeting other students in the same major as me
and making some friends to make college more fun, but now I have to wait till I actually move in,”
Brooklyn Piper ‘20 said.
Many colleges are offering virtual campus tours and more informational videos online. Some colleges are
even extending their college decision deadline of May 1 to a later date.
“I actually have committed to a school I've never even visited due to the coronavirus. I had been planning a
spring break visit to Miami University to see the campus before I made any decisions, but then they cancelled
visits for the rest of the year. However, there were some virtual visits and info sessions that I was able to go to,
so I was able to still make the decision to commit to Miami,” Evette Harrell ‘20 said.

The virus has also cancelled standardized testing like the ACT and SAT. The May and June SAT dates
were cancelled, and the April ACT was cancelled. Both are making plans to offer make-up test days or online
options.

ACT/SAT further Information:
-The virus has also cancelled standardized testing dates for the ACT and SAT.
-The May and June SAT dates were cancelled, and the April ACT was cancelled.
-It is estimated that 1 million juniors will miss taking the SAT this spring.
-College Board is making plans to offer make-up SAT testing in the fall.
-ACT plans to have test dates in June and July.
-More colleges have suspended or ended the requirement of mandatory ACT or SAT
scores.
-For updates and additional information visit collegeboard.org and act.org.

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LIFESTYLE

WitMh Vaaldedisictoonrian Q&A
Voinovich
Written and Designed by: Ambria Herring ‘22

How does it feel to be titled “valedictorian”?

“The reality of it hasn’t quite sunk in yet. Berlin’s class of 2020

is filled with talented and intelligent students with bright futures ahead of

them. I am humbled to represent such a gifted class.”

What do your after high school plans look like? (college, gap year, etc.)

“I’ve decided to attend the Ohio State University’s honors program with a double

major in public affairs and economics.”

Who/what has helped you be at the place you are today?

“I definitely wouldn’t be where I am today without the support or my mom and the rest of my

family. My mom has sacrificed a lot of her time to ensure that I had the best opportunities

possible, and for that I am eternally grateful. In addition to my family, I would like to thank the

many teachers who have both encouraged me and pushed me to become the person I am today.

Although I can’t name them all, Mrs. Taylor, Mr. Haugk, Mr. Fuller, and Mrs. Gibbons have

been especially influential in shaping my high school experience. Also, I would like to thank Mrs.

Ebersole who saw my potential way back in middle school and has supported me ever since.”

What do you hope to do/be in the future? How will you accomplish this dream?

“Currently, I plan to run for public office with a platform centered around supporting underprivileged

populations. Following my undergraduate studies, I plan to attend law school and apply to be an Ohio

Legislative Commission fellow. After completing the fellowship

I hope to obtain a position working in the Ohio Legislative

Commission where I will utilize the nonpartisan environment

to hone an unbiased political platform that I will use when

running for public office.”

What is one piece of advice you would tell the lower and

upper classmen that will help guide them in the right

direction?
“As cliche as it is, always live in the moment and don’t take

the small moments for granted. In a fast paced society, it is

often hard to just take a breath and enjoy the moment, but it

is both important and rewarding to do so.”

How has Berlin prepared you for the future?

“Berlin has taught me the importance of creating a positive

and family-like environment. It is astounding how much

more students thrive when they are surrounded by the

uplifting and encouraging Berlin environment. We support

one another and we celebrate each other’s successes.

#clawsup” Pictured: Valedictorian Madison Voinovich

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SEniorFEATURE
throwbacks

Designed by: ambria herring ‘22
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FEATURE

The Bulletin’s staff superlatives

Most likely to become a journalist Designed by: Indie Murphy ’21
Ellie First ’21
Most likely to become TikTok
famous
Courtney Suchan ’21

Mr. Congeniality Ms. Congeniality
Jake Kinkead ’21 Ella Walls ’22

Most likely to win Jeapordy Best person to be stranded on a
Adam Eskender ’21 deserted island with
Connor Sexton ’21
Cheerleader of the group
Ambria Herring ’22 Most likely to break out into song
Indie Murphy ’21
Most likely to become a millionaire
Timmy Colatruglio ’20 First person you want to see after
quarantine
Most likely to get married first Luke Seasholtz ’21
Erin Johnson ’21
Most unpredictable
CEO of working after hours Richie Bullock ’21

Eli Gamble ’21 The heart of The Bulletin
Evette Harrell ’20
Biggest music fanatic
Abigail Trussell ’21

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HumansFEATURE of Berlin
senior spotlight
What is one thing you will miss the
Written and Designed by: Evette Harrell ’20 most about Berlin?

The positive and inclusive environment. Berlin is a school for everyone, no The family feeling surrounding Berlin
matter what sport you play, what club(s) you’re involved in, or what classes Meghan Galligher
you’re taking...you belong and are supported no matter what

Liv Boone I will miss the positive “family” culture of Berlin. I The community that makes
feel like this year’s seniors have gone through a lot of up Berlin for sure. I’ve
I am going to miss all of the highs and lows the past two years, and I know that no never experienced anything
relationships I have made with matter what I’m experiencing there’s always a peer or like it anywhere else. The
my peers and teachers. Berlin teacher I can turn to to share every moment with teachers and students are just

has become one big family to Brianna Cruz Visiting my favorite amazing to be surrounded
me, and I love being a part by. Thank you teachers for

of it Talking to teachers in teachers’ classrooms everything you do

Piper Sullivan the hallways Madison Vondersaar Seville Davis

Emma Aquilina Above all, I will miss the people at Berlin. From my favorite lunch
lady who makes conversation with me and makes me smile, to Mr.
I will miss how close the community is at Spinner who never ceases to make me laugh in the halls, to my
Berlin. The atmosphere is amazing, and I wish teachers (can’t pick a favorite btw!) who truly care about my well
we had more time being-- both academic and physical

Sydney Dittmar Madison Wieclaw My excuse for having an all blue wardrobe

All the relationships I’ve developed over
Gabby Lutz
the past two years The atmosphere of one big family

The sense of Alex Nicol Meghan Krupar
community that was
built here. We were I’m probably going to miss the sports I played the most. They were always a
one giant, crazy stress reliever after a hard day at school, and they allowed me to see my friends
family here at 3140 before the pool of homework had to get done. I’ll miss my fantastic coaches, and
Berlin Station Road I’ll miss the atmosphere in general

Joe Bjorkman Brooklyn Piper The environment

Honestly one thing that I am going to miss greatly about Berlin is being a part of such aBenant Bukari

strong, tight group of people that always have your back and are looking out for you at all The teachers I’ve had
times. Berlin is a family and I’m always going to be a Bear, but I’m going to miss seeing

all of my teachers and friends every day and getting to take pictures at Friday night Peyton Pritchard
football games

Shea Palmer My friends and the culture

THE BULLETIN | PAGE 28 Lauren Delligatti

Humans of BerlinFEATURE
Written By: Ellie First ’21 | Designed by: Evette Harrell ’20

What is one thing you will miss the
most about the seniors?

The seniors this year were way Their leadership Their advice and

more than just ‘seniors.’ We presence

opened the school together and Ava First ‘23 Delaney Callison
‘22
seeing them go is like watching a The people that
part of the original school leave changed me and my life
and start their lives. They will

be missed like close friends. Marin Curry ‘23

Gwynne Kiener ‘21 I’m definitely going to miss the I’m going to miss how funny they were
senior class, they lead Berlin
Lindsey Whitmore ‘21
with such a positive attitude. I’ll miss the seniors giving

Olivia Young ‘21 My boyfriend me rides

Everyone is so supportive Kayla Reynolds ‘21 How they give good Emmy Bush ‘23
advice
Avery Callison ‘23 I will miss their leadership
Paige Woodruff ‘21

Audrey Butcher ‘23

Just how fun they are! The senior class is filled with some pretty phenomenal people, and I’ll miss their bright

personalities

I’ll miss their leadership in all the programs they were in and how accepting

Mary Koeppen ‘21 they were to everyone. They were a big part of creating the culture that Berlin

has All of the master
Honestly I’m going to miss just how artists
connected they are. The whole senior Elise Brown ‘22
class is just really close and personal Ethan Ma ‘21
with each other. I don’t think I’ve seen a

class like that before

Richard Kelly ‘21 Always looking up to my senior favs and Their spirit
watching them grow and work towards
Sahasra Nalla ‘22
I am going to miss the sup- their dreams I’m going to miss all the fun
swim meets with the seniors
port and guidance from the Kaelynn Sensenich ‘21
senior class. I feel like over the Jack Delligatti ‘23

past two years they have been I will definitely miss how helpful and
amazing leaders to our new understanding all of the seniors were to the
school. They’re so helpful, incoming freshmen

positive, and they always show Lauryn Ebersole ‘23

their Berlin pride!

Callista Rousher ‘22

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LIFESTYLE

Then and Now
Take a flashback to middle school. Everyone is rocking Written and designed by: AMbria Herring ’22 and eli Gamble ’21
Nike Elite socks, and coordinating colors seem to be an
abstract idea. Mustache-print duct tape purses are the only
accessory, and DC shoes still have a place in our hearts.

Times have since changed. As the class of 2020 graduates,
they leave with a new sense of style. Their juxtaposing styles
are depicted below.

Madison morris

Megan Fichter

Madison VONDERSAAR

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Fashion LIFESTYLE

DEmera Harrison

Garrett Pasqualone

Brianna Hibbitts

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LIFESTYLE

COLLEGE PACKING LIST Seniors! Dont forget these essential items when packing up for
college this fall!

power strips
bed risers
(for more underbed storage space)
mugs and reusable waterbottles
posters
led lights
disinfectant

wipes
stain stick

shower shoes
umbrella or rain coat
Emergen-C or vitamin C
packets
mattress topper

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LIFESTYLE

GRAD PARTY
PLAYLIST

Tongue Tied by Grouplove Out of My League by Fitz
and the Tantrums

Unwritten by Mr.Brightside by 10,000 hours
Natasha Bendingfield The Killers by Dan + Shay

8Teen
by Khalid

Sunday Best Party in the U.S.S
by Surfaces by Miley Cyrus

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