By Kari Opheim and Mark Thole A lot of things are going on this year. It’s an end of an era and a new beginning all at once. We decided to interview Randy to see his point of view on what will come for the future years of Mini-School. Q: What was your goal when … [Read more…]
By JJ Day and Carrie Tiggas One of our featured people for this issue of Com-mini-cations is Marlene Berg, wife of Mini-School’s own Doug Berg. Marlene and Doug have been married for 30 years {one year longer than Mini-School} and have a son, Charles, 28. Marlene has been very involved in Mini-School over the years … [Read more…]
By Brooke Woitalla Y2k- One of the most controversial issues of today. Will our computer dependent world fail us? I would personally like to put in my two cents and say, “I think the majority of our population has created a problem that screams paranoia”. Many do not share the views as I do. For … [Read more…]
By Mike Ayotte, Jeff McGinn, and Matt Guffan New kids in Mini are always rolling in. Here we’re trying to understand and relate to the new kid. What are their opinions, reasons and just what are they thinking. Our journey into the mind of the new kid will be guided by our questioning. We shall … [Read more…]
By Lacey Landt Dan was here substituting for Pauline as she was out having a baby. He taught in the science department. It took a little while for him to understand how Mini worked and the different schedules, and now that everyone got used to him he is gone. Having the patience to teach Mini … [Read more…]
By Carrie Tiggas Our featured student this issue is Lacey Landt. She has been a part of the Mini program for a long time, and has been involved in every aspect of Mini. Lacey received Student Recognition last year for her involvement in the trips program and Com-mini-cations, and has been a chief editor since … [Read more…]
By Cheryl Cermak Marti Norris, born January 26, 1981, has the qualities of an Aquarius and she is a lover not a fighter. She has perhaps the most awesome responsibility in Mini-School, keeper, guardian, Custodian of The Mini-School Spoon. For a full understanding of the talismanic properties of The Spoon, we must refer the reader … [Read more…]
By Jessica Turner and Kristina Petron Maybe you’ve seen a tall lady with long curly hair, and an everlasting smile. She’ll be walking through the lunchroom during lunch, or walking through the hallways during break. Most people will mistake her for a teacher but, she is our new principal Barb Sherman. I’ve done an interview … [Read more…]
By Leah Shoberg A grey/brown rat actually, with a white stripe down his cute tummy. Cletus is about one pound, and including his tail is about 16 inches long. He’s not my rat, but my brother’s, Mini alumni, Josh Shoberg. He’s here today to discuss his relationship with Cletus, and tell us a little bit … [Read more…]
By Aaron Hoerst This was the first time I had ever actually met Mr. Lichty. Mr. Lichty is a counselor at Minnetonka High School, and a big support to the Mini-School program. He is also a recreational kinda guy, who really likes the outdoors. He enjoys working with kids, and being a part of MHS. … [Read more…]