Our Writers

Adria Below

Hi everyone!! My name is Adria and I’m a senior this year. This is my first year in Media Writing and I am super excited to be a part of it! I am involved in volleyball, softball, cheerleading, Loud Crowd, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Select Ensemble, and am the choir president. In my free time I love going to all Arlington games, watching Grey’s Anatomy, eating Chick-fil-A, and playing with my dogs. One fun fact about me is that I can sing every High School Musical song word-for-word. I’m so excited for this year!! Go Red Devils!!

Wyatt Berry

Hello! I'm Wyatt Berry. I am a junior and this is my first year in Media Writing. Some extracurricular activities I am involved in are basketball and football. Some other things I do in my free time are playing video games, hanging out with friends, playing cornhole, and spending time with my niece and nephew. One fun fact about me is that I broke my femur bone when I was 5 years old.

Mason Cavinee

I’m Mason Cavinee. I’m a junior and this is my 1st year in Media Writing. I am part of the football and basketball teams. I am also in the SLIM team. The main reason I joined Media Writing is because people who were in it last year told me to join and I hear that it is a very fun class. They also invited me to their food parties so I couldn’t miss out on that.

Jenna Deuble

Hi, my name is Jenna Deuble! I’m a senior and this is my second year in Media Writing! I am involved in THE All-Brass marching band, as well as Loud Crowd, track, and I’m heavily involved in Emma Rossman’s life. My hobbies include distracting teachers by asking about their personal lives, always being energetic, and being the loudest member of our Loud Crowd. A fun fact about me is that I cannot spell, so Emma Rossman usually checks my work.

Leah Durliat

My name is Leah Durliat and I am a junior here at Arlington. This is my first year being in Media Writing and I couldn’t be more excited! I play volleyball, basketball, softball, and I’m in the All-Brass marching band, pep band, Loud Crowd, Student Council, and am the junior class president. I also have been in 4-H for 7 years. In my free time, I like to hang out with my friends, watch movies, and make little gifts for others. One random fact about me is that I really want to go to Idaho one day to grow my own potato farm. I can't wait to be behind the scenes this year and take part in all the media that is being posted around the school! Go Devils!

Kate Ernst

Hi everyone! My name is Kate Ernst. I am a sophomore at Arlington and this is my first year in Media Writing. During the school year I play volleyball, cheer, and track. I'm also involved in Student Council and choir. Some of my hobbies are listening to music, reading, and watching movies. I joined Media Writing because I love being creative and learning new things. I can't wait to see what this school year brings!

Cayne Essinger

My name is Cayne Essinger. I am a senior here at Arlington. This is my second year in Media Writing. I participate in football and I am also in the Loud Crowd. The reason I joined Media Writing for a second year is because I loved this class last year. The environment in this class was unbelievably surreal and I enjoyed the designing I did last year. I just couldn’t say no to coming back! Also, I couldn't say no to not coming back a year with probably the best teacher in the school.

Rylar Essinger

Hi, my name is Rylar Essinger. I’m a senior and it is my rookie year in Media Writing. I joined Media Writing because I’ve been told I’m a great writer and Mrs. Barger is the best. I enjoy going out with my friends to screw around and laugh. I’m involved in football, basketball, baseball, Loud Crowd, NHS, French Honor Society, Science NHS, Student Council, Student Leadership Team, and I’m vice president of the senior class. I’m a feared cornhole legend, where I specialize at graduation parties. Fun Fact: I have an addiction to Chipotle.

Brady Kin

Hello! I’m Brady Kin. I am a junior and this is my first year in Media Writing. At school I’m involved in Student Council, basketball, football, Loud Crowd, and the Gaming Geeks WIN team. Outside of school I love to play basketball, manage my fantasy football team, and enjoy hanging with friends. One fun fact about me is that I went to my first basketball game when I was 5 days old.

Addisyn Molina

Hi everyone! My name is Addisyn and I am a junior here at Arlington High School. The reason why I joined Media Writing was to try something new and further advance my writing skills. I am a part of volleyball and cheerleading here at Arlington. I enjoy reading, listening to music and going shopping. I am so excited for the start of my first year in Media Writing!

Annabelle Nigh

Hi guys! My name is Annabelle Nigh. I’m a junior this year and this is my first year in Media Writing. I’m the assistant soprano section leader in choir. I’m also a part of Select Ensemble, Loud Crowd, marching band and pep band. This year I’m planning to play softball. In my free time I love to hang out with friends and stay busy. I also really enjoy anything that has to do with being creative and helping others. A fun fact some people may not know about me is that I broke one of my toes about two years ago and it is still broken to this day. I look forward to expanding my knowledge and being more involved in the school!

Chloe Rau

My name is Chloe Rau, I’m a junior, and this is my first year in Media Writing! I am also in choir and Quizbowl. In my free time I like writing, reading, painting, listening to music, and making all kinds of other crafts! A fun fact about me is that I grew up with something called human growth hormone disorder, which is the lack of the hormone needed to grow at a normal rate. This has caused me to always be super tiny!

Emma Rossman

Hey everyone! I’m Emma and I’m a senior this year! This is my third year in Media Writing and I’m the Editor, Webmaster, and Social Media Manager (I love to be busy). I’m involved in Loud Crowd, HOBY, cheer, NHS, Select Ensemble, Science NHS, Yearbook, French Honor Society, recycling club, and am the Student Council secretary and a co-section leader for the altos in choir. Outside of school, I teach and take dance classes. Fun fact: this is my 14th year dancing and 4th year teaching! I’m also a Starbucks barista and my go-to drink is a strawberry açai refresher with lemonade, peach juice, and light ice. I’m very excited for my involvement in Jenna’s life this year and to give my all for my last year in this class! #idontwannaleavemrsbarger

Madi Russell

My name is Madi Russell, I'm a senior, and this is my first year in Media Writing. I am involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, cheer, band, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Loud Crowd, Select Ensemble, 4-H, recycling club, and I'm a 4-H camp counselor and the tenor section leader in choir. My hobbies are spending time with my niece, nephew, and friends. My fun fact is that I’m going to Idaho with Leah Durliat to help her grow her potatoes.

Cami Settlage

Hey! My name is Cami Settlage and I am a junior at Arlington High School. This is my first year in Media Writing and I'm loving it! I'm a very outgoing person and I love talking to people and spreading school spirit! I love to participate in many school activities including basketball, track, volleyball, cheerleading, band, Student Council, and am the soprano section leader in choir. I take every chance I get to cheer on my Red Devils in any event! I am so excited for what the future has in store for the Media Writing team. We have already created many great videos for the students, and hopefully more coming your way soon!

Jake Vermillion

Hello, I am Jake Vermillion. I am a senior and in my rookie season of Media Writing. Some extracurricular activities I am involved in include Student Council, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, football, basketball, baseball, Loud Crowd, and Fun Fitness Fanatics. My hobbies are playing basketball, managing my fantasy football team each week, and destroying cornholes. A fun fact about me is I am gluten-free.