RUSTLER NEWS

Custom bears for rustler softball girls hang on the fence during the game. Photo by Ashley Moore.

by Josh Philyaw

When looking at the success of the softball team, junior and centerfield Janelle Bates gives credit to everyone.

“We have good coaches who teach us well and help us fix our problems, and our communication is really good,” Bates said. “We bond so well probably because everyone is friends and that helps us communicate.” Read the rest of this entry »

Leaving the cold weather of Montana behind, sophomore Hannah Swant and her family recently spent time touring the ancient pyramids and lands of Eygpt. Read the rest of this entry »

Chidren from birth to five years get chance to ensure they are kindergarten-ready

by Josh Philyaw

A hope and dream is in the making for young children up at Skyline school.

“We are setting up this preschool so a child can have the best educational experience,” Early Learning Family (ELF) Center administrative director Sally Mathers said. “This is also to ensure that they are kindergarten ready.” Read the rest of this entry »

by Josh Philyaw

The hard work of the girls and boys basketball teams overpowers mistakes as they each go into state ranked second.

“We make certain mistakes, we learn from what we do wrong, and encourage each other to try and not make that mistake again,” senior and shooting guard Katie Klick said. “Encouragement is the biggest attribute.” Read the rest of this entry »

Wanting to see if he can improve his time in the 200 individual medley, senior and swimmer Derek Lair starts his practice on Jan. 26. Photo by Ashley Moore.

by Josh Philyaw

Swimming is not just a sport for senior Derek Lair; it’s a part of everyday life.

 “I love racing and pushing myself as hard as I possibly can,” Lair said. He has been swimming for three years at CMR — 10 years overall.

With his hard work and dedication he has accomplished many goals by himself and with the team. He has titles and state records with his team. He is a nationally ranked swimmer with only seconds off of Olympic times.

He said that he can swim the “200 individual medley in 1:53,” and his “freestyle in 45 seconds.”

“I feel really accomplished, but it also gives me something else to works towards,” Lair said. “I want to place high in the NCAA championships.” Read the rest of this entry »