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The student news site of ADM High School

Black & (Red)gister
The student news site of ADM High School

Black & (Red)gister
Sydney Bertman

Sydney Bertman, Reporter

My name is Sydney Bertman, I am a senior at ADM High School. I wanted to be in Journalism because I enjoy writing, learning abut others, and sharing people’s stories. My goal in this class is to improve my writing and be more involved and informed about what’s happening at ADM.

All content by Sydney Bertman

Bertman: I’m Out

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
May 18, 2017

[Video] Grad Parties

May 9, 2017

[Video] May Friday Flash

May 5, 2017
When you walk into the Tractor Supply Company in DeSoto, you wouldn't think about going through the "employees only" door. But today if you did, you would find something very unexpected, ADM AG Day. With a horse, a sheep, picture cutouts, science experiments, corn, and so much more, ADM FFA was able to put on a successful AG Day.

Ag Day with 3rd Graders

Kylee Luther, Sydney Bertman, and Carter Nordman
April 27, 2017
Number three, Allie Cook, challenges opposing team. The Tigers we able to posses the ball well enough to continue their winning streak.

ADM/VM Girls On A Six Game Streak

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
April 25, 2017
Struggling to sit still, the ADM girls pose after winning the 2016 state qualifying soccer game. They took Norwalk to overtime before defeating them 2-1.

Tigers Look to Remind Norwalk of Regional Loss

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
April 13, 2017
Whether it is near or far, your heart will be captured when you travel somewhere new in the world. Faces brightening, you will find so much joy and clarity when you discover new places. Being involved in the world is a privilege that you have to embrace! Go out and enjoy new experiences, learn new things and create unique memories.

Why Travel

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
March 2, 2017
Lights turned down, desks pushed aside, ADM students meet before school to start their day with yoga.

Improving Mind, Body, and Spirit

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 23, 2017
How to Survive Multiple Sports at Once

How to Survive Multiple Sports at Once

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 20, 2017
West and McCartney sign to play football at the collegiate level. West will play for South Dakota School of Mines and McCartney for Coe College.

McCartney and West Head to Next Level

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 10, 2017
Not so bright, but very early, the Speech team loaded the bus on January 21st to head to Districts in Perry. Emily Neumann said, "It's exciting to compete on a new level."

Speech Success

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 7, 2017

[Video] February Friday Flash

February 3, 2017
Behind The Scenes of The Bachelor

Behind The Scenes of The Bachelor

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 1, 2017
Coach Hansen talks to the girls team during a time out.

Coach Hansen: Volunteer Coach

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
February 1, 2017
La La Land: A Must See

La La Land: A Must See

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
January 6, 2017

[Video] Friday Flash: January

January 6, 2017

Let’s Be Honest About Our Planners

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 22, 2016
December Teacher of the Month: Tammy Smith

December Teacher of the Month: Tammy Smith

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
December 20, 2016
December Fine Arts Students of the Month: Loren Ritter and Abbey Hanson

December Fine Arts Students of the Month: Loren Ritter and Abbey Hanson

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 15, 2016
December Teacher of the Month: Kristen Harrell

December Teacher of the Month: Kristen Harrell

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
December 15, 2016
December Student of the Month: Jacob West

December Student of the Month: Jacob West

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Kiwanis of the Month: Mason Warmuth and Andrew Harada

December Kiwanis of the Month: Mason Warmuth and Andrew Harada

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Girl's Basketball Player of the Month: Sydney Bertman

December Girl’s Basketball Player of the Month: Sydney Bertman

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Dance Student of the Month: Dakota Jones

December Dance Student of the Month: Dakota Jones

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Wrestling Cheerleader of the Month: Mariel Jones

December Wrestling Cheerleader of the Month: Mariel Jones

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Basketball Cheerleader of the Month: Ella Moss

December Basketball Cheerleader of the Month: Ella Moss

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Wrestler of the Month: John Thorne

December Wrestler of the Month: John Thorne

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
December Boy's Basketball of the Month: Payton Conrad

December Boy’s Basketball of the Month: Payton Conrad

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
December 10, 2016
Top 10 Holiday Treats

Top 10 Holiday Treats

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
December 8, 2016

[Video] December Friday Flash

December 1, 2016

Black Friday Deals, People Worth The Late Night

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
November 30, 2016
State qualifiers in 2016 and returning sophomores, Andrew Flora and Nolan Harsh.

Wrestling Season Just Around The Corner

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
November 14, 2016
Musical Review: Once Upon A Mattress

Musical Review: Once Upon A Mattress

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
November 14, 2016
November Teacher of the Month: Sarah Boesen

November Teacher of the Month: Sarah Boesen

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 10, 2016
November Fine Arts Student of the Month: Spencer Evoy and Katelyn McGee

November Fine Arts Student of the Month: Spencer Evoy and Katelyn McGee

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 10, 2016
November Teacher of the Month: Beth Basinger

November Teacher of the Month: Beth Basinger

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 10, 2016
November Student of the Month: Anna Clowser

November Student of the Month: Anna Clowser

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 10, 2016
November Kiwanis Students of the Month: Matthew Dobrynski and Sydney Bertman

November Kiwanis Students of the Month: Matthew Dobrynski and Sydney Bertman

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 8, 2016
November Boys Cross Country Runner of the Month: John DenHerder

November Boys Cross Country Runner of the Month: John DenHerder

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 8, 2016
November Girls Cross Country Runner of the Month: Ashlie Hauf

November Girls Cross Country Runner of the Month: Ashlie Hauf

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 8, 2016
Girls Cross Country Runner of the Month for September: Bailey Danner

Girls Cross Country Runner of the Month for September: Bailey Danner

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 8, 2016
November Volleyball Player of the Month: Sami Schepers

November Volleyball Player of the Month: Sami Schepers

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 8, 2016
Cheerleader of the Month of September: Abby Embree

Cheerleader of the Month of September: Abby Embree

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 8, 2016
November Cheerleader of the Month: Mattie DeVore

November Cheerleader of the Month: Mattie DeVore

Sydney Bertman and Kylee Luther
November 8, 2016
Boys Cross Country Player of the Month for September: Will Geadelmann

Boys Cross Country Player of the Month for September: Will Geadelmann

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 2, 2016
Football Players of the Week for Creston Game: Carson Benn and Jack O'Brien

Football Players of the Week for Creston Game: Carson Benn and Jack O’Brien

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 2, 2016
Football Players of the Week for Glenwood: Jacob West and Cole McMahon

Football Players of the Week for Glenwood: Jacob West and Cole McMahon

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
November 2, 2016
October Cheerleader of the Month: Jillian Hofmann

October Cheerleader of the Month: Jillian Hofmann

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
October Student of the Month: Chloe Spoonemore

October Student of the Month: Chloe Spoonemore

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the Week for Denison Game: Kade Barcus and Reece McLaughlin

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the Week for Harlan Game: Jacob West and Austin Flora

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the Week for Carroll Game: Kade Overton and Mason Warmuth

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the Week for Ballard game: Logan Shield and Andrew Harada

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
October Teacher of the Month: Jean West

October Teacher of the Month: Jean West

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

October Teacher of the Month: Tyler Bolke

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
October Girls Cross Country Player of the Month: Sadie Juergens

October Girls Cross Country Player of the Month: Sadie Juergens

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
October Boys Cross Country Player of the Month: Brady Meier

October Boys Cross Country Player of the Month: Brady Meier

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
October Volleyball Player of the Month: Jordan Hook

October Volleyball Player of the Month: Jordan Hook

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

October Kiwanis Students of the Month: Will Geadelmann and Austin Flora

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the week for Atlantic game: Cody Bargman and Caleb Weddle

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

October Fine Arts Student of the Month: Cameron Wright and Aaron Norris

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016

Football Players of the week for DCG game: David Howard and Kinnick Sutton

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 20, 2016
Football Players of the Week for Winterset Game: Matthew Dobrzynski and Sam McCartney

Football Players of the Week for Winterset Game: Matthew Dobrzynski and Sam McCartney

Kylee Luther and Sydney Bertman
October 12, 2016
Friday night, the football team is ready to breakthrough the cheerleaders' run-through and the challenges with Winterset that have faced them the past five years.

The ADM Homecoming Story You Didn’t Hear

Kade Overton, Kade Barcus, Loren Ritter, Logan Shield, Marissa Meadowcroft, Emma Riker, Kirsten Abbas, Sami Davis, Sydney Bertman, Riley Jones, Matthew Larson, Kylee Luther, Carter Nordman, Kinnick Sutton, Hannah Borst, and Marek Wachendorf
September 21, 2016
ADM boys' team warms up before competing

Cross Country Working to Improve

Sydney Bertman, Reporter
September 20, 2016
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