Bulldog Rush 2023

Hayden Kay, Editor-in-Chief

August 24, 2023

With the start of a new school year, current members from clubs gathered in the athletic wing to welcome incoming freshmen at Bulldog Rush. Freshmen got a tour of the building and a chance to learn about some of the clubs that CPHS offers.

“We walked around and kinda explored the classes we’re going to have and learned the area. I was nervous a little bit but now it’s just going to be a new experience and I’m going to get to enjoy more things because it’s a lot bigger,” freshman Ben Monk said.

For some students, the high school was already familiar to an extent. When asked about the upcoming year, it was a mix of excitement and nervousness for many.

“I feel good. I’ve been coming here a lot this summer for different camps so I have gotten pretty used to the hallways. I’m excited but pretty anxious [to start school],” Alyce Nehrle (9) said.

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About the Contributors

Hayden Kay, Editor-in-Chief

Hayden Kay is a senior at Crown Point High School. Kay was on the Excalibur Yearbook staff for two years and served as the Website Manager her junior year. This is her first and last year on the Inklings staff and she is excited for the new challenge. When she's not in the J-Lab, Kay is the President of Key Club, President of Fashion Club, Vice President of NAHS, and a member of NHS. She plans to pursue Fashion Media at Indiana University.

Raquel Ruffin, Website and Social Media Designer

Raquel Ruffin is a senior at Crown Point High School, and it is her third year on staff. She is the Website and Social Media Designer for Excalibur Yearbook and Inklings Newspaper. She has always had a passion and interest in photography and design, which she has nurtured through classes such as photojournalism, Graphic Imaging Technology, and yearbook. Outside of yearbook, Ruffin is the head stage manager for the CPHS Theatre department and a light and sound crew member. Ruffin is also involved in NHS, NAHS, Student Council, CASS, and the school's graphic design club, SPLAT. Ruffin loves exploring many different creative aspects of her life through all of these activities.

McKenzie Poer, Co-Editor-in-Chief

McKenzie Poer is a senior at Crown Point High School. This is Poer’s third year on the Excalibur Yearbook staff and is Co-Editor-in-Chief this year. She joined yearbook after her sister was a part of the staff for three years. Poer has played the cello for eight years. Poer is also a part of the light and sound crew for the Crown Point Theater Department and is Head of Sound this year. Poer wants to become a counselor later in life. Outside of school, Poer enjoys baking and hanging out with friends.