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What is the St. John's Family?

Tbe Review Staff 1985-'86

by Graham Guest I was standing out in the mini-quad one day after lunch, and I noticed a most amazing phenomenon, one I should have noticed a long time ago. I noticed that our St. John's "family" has divided itself into about a. million very tiny. selective pods, pods which seem to be entirely antagonistic toward any other type of pod grouping.

Now, the question: are we, the members of the prestigious St. John's academy, in all actuality, afamily?

Before we make any attempt at understanding the family situation at the " o Id f aiith .,n Virtue," . we must initially make reference to the trusty World Book Dictionary, which states that a family is "a group of related or similar things." Speaking from the heart of the previous definition, I would have to concede that we are not a "family" at all; we are a bundle of extremely diverse and independent equations searching for their own individual answers.

As I recall looking out upon the after lunch ~ass-sitters, I become amazed at how many times I can remember someone saying: "when you get inside, remember that we are representing the St. John's family."

Well, I believe we mean to say: "when you get inside, remember that we are representing the school that seems to think we are a family but are actually just bound together uncomfortably, just like everyone else everywhere." We are quite an extraordinary institution, but we are no more of a utopian family than you and your kin.

I believe that there is a reason for our tendency to call ourselves such an ideal family, and the reason probably has a lot to do with the fact that we generally think of ourselves as some pretty incredible human specimens. I suppose there is something to be said for this ideal, and the fact that we are such a distinct group of school creatures even gives us a little bit of leeway to call May 1985

ourselves some great family force" But the truth remains, and it reads: we must be humble before we fumble.

It is amazing just to think on how similar the St. John's family is to your own family.

So much hostility and antagonism between the separate organisms, and why? There is, of course, no answer to the "why" question, but we must not pretend that nothing matters and go along with our daily business as if we were the kings of the world. We are, in a sense, bound together in our chemical equations of humans at St. John's and must learn to realize our parallels with the others of the world, including Kinkaid.

We are all just kind of sittin' around in all these millions of families, I mean, you've got your home family, your school family, your pod family, and you've even got an enormous family of uncontrollable brain cells flying around all over the place.

It is truly very difficult to ball all of us up together in our own extended learning atmosphere. Some, the warriors devoted to the St. John's family tradition, might wish to go so far as to call us, the students, "the you~hful and extraordinarily gifted young patnots of the universe." The previous label, of course, is ridiculous; but to many of the more liberal beings of the school, the hypothetical label is appalling. Certainly, if our liberals were to go around calling the school, "the disjointed catch-all of the mentally progressed and alone, " our familial types would convulse. So, as usual, we tap into the inevitable intangibility of all things, and float into nothing land.

No answer would be fair, and no judgement precisely perfect. Individualism is simply too strong. We inust, creating our own dictionaries of philosophies and respecting the "dictionaries" of others, try to function in an acceptable manner, whatever acceptable is.

Editor-in-cbief Jason Lindsey Assistant Editors Leon Dow Shannon Liss Business/ Advertising Manager Todd Frankfort Assistant Bus.! Adv. Josh Carter Stacy Sim Columnists Will Fitzgibbon Graham Guest Kenny Schultz Pbotograpbers Susie Georges Eric Deutsch Bret Meckel Reviewer Carolyn Winn Faculty Advisor Mrs. Maryanne Lyons Headmaster Mr. James Maggart

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The Review Direct Me to the Rules

by Jason Lindsey

Recently I was sitting around the house with nothing to do, having finished all of my homework, and I decided that it was time to sit back and enjoy some deep philosophical reading (while wearing those funny glasses that sit low on your nose and look like someone broke the mold before they were made so you only got half a pair - the bottom halt). Looking through my vast array of classics, I came across nothing that sparked my interest. No, I had read that one (Spider Man does not get killed at the end). I thought I'd just call someone and find out what next week's assignments were so I could get ahead.

So, I got down the St. John's Directory 1984-1985. What a great piece of literature, I thought to myself, as I flipped to the Q's.

There is no one at our school with the last name of Quagmire was what I discovered.

This in itself was enough to destroy one's morale, so I - rather than feel defeated and depressed - decided to brush up on school policy in order to appear astute in common conversation at the next refined Junior party which I would attend.

Say Goodbye Exams are over. Lockers are emptied and slammed shut. Lights are turned off. Doors are closed. School is out. It's time for a little fun and relaxation during the next three months. It's time to forget about all of the trials and tribulations of school. And, unfortunately, it's time to say goodbye to some friends who will not be returning when school resumes. There are many in this group, and perhaps foremost are four members of the Upper School faculty and/or coaching staff: Dr. Hal Sheets, Mr. Joe Wilkins, Coach Wesley Reade, and Coach Thomas Beuscher. The four will certainly be missed when next year rolls around.

Dr. Sheets is leaving St. John's to assume an administrative position at a school in Massachusetts. He will be given the position of Academic Dean at MacDuffie High School, a girls' school located in Spr-

Hum ... Here we go. General Principtes and Procedures (yellow page 1). "We believe that this is a healthy situation, that diversitvIs a source of stimulation ... " I looked over to the left then and quickly skimmed over the Dress Code in order to check out the "diversity." Golly gee, was I stimulated.

Turning the page, I read through several more lines of wit until my eyes fell on this gem. "One greets everyone cheerfully" (yellow page 2). This is just the kind of command that would make me want to be constantly smiling.

Reading on, I discovered that "'Thank you' is the customary response at the conclusion of (for example) a tutorial or simple inquiry" (yellow page 2). Next time a faculty member asks me, "What time is it, young man?" I will remember to answer cheerfully, "Thank You." "What's the matter with you?" "Thank you."

Moving on down the page and getting more and more excited as I went, I read at the bottom of the page that "[e]veryone is expected ... to practice simplicity, integrity, and discretion in personal relationships" (yellow page 2). Simplicity? "Thank you!"

Number five, on the next page, was true beauty in prose. "'Off-bounds are the third floors of buildings, maintenance shops and closets "and this was the most interesting part" roofs and school phones (except in emergency and with permission) ... " (yellow page 3). This is, and make no mistake, only in the event of emergency AND with permission. What exactly is an emergency which would require you to get on the roof?

"Thank you."

Purusing further down the page, I was shocked to find that I was in direct violation of Number 6.a. which states that "[a] student prints his name on book plates provided by the Mother's Guild Used Book Program for each textbook" (yellow page 3). Was I absent that day? Does it constitute the giving of a Saturday work hall if one were to, say, write in script rather than print? What is the meaning of life? "Thank you."

teaching chemistry. For the future, he has many possibilities open to him, and he is as of yet undecided. Mr. Ed Escudero, who also teaches chemistry, said that he is sorry to see Mr. Wilkins go. He said that he has always been impressed with Mr. Wilkins's eagerness to learn new techniques in ingfield. Dr. Sheets has been teaching U.S. teaching. His ability is evident in his posiHistory and Spanish at St. John's for ten tion of Chairman-elect of the Metropolitan years. He says that he will miss everything Houston Chemistry Teachers' Association: Coach Beuscher -is leaving -after four about the school but mostly the students.

The move will be especially hard for his years of both teaching in the Lower School family because he has two children also at and coaching Upper School soccer. His St. John's: Abigail (4th) and Jacob plans for the future are undecided at the (Kindergarten). Dr. Orson Cook, who moment, but he would like to stay in works closely with him in U.S. History said Houston with a position in coaching. that "the course will not be the same Coach Reade will be leaving St. John's in without him." He described Dr. Sheets as order to move to Cincinatti. The purpose of an innovative and stimulating person. As the move is to live closer to his wife's Dr. Cook so aptly stated, "our loss is New parents. In Cincinatti he will teach at Seven England's gain." Dr. Sheet's great teaching Hills High School, a private school ability will definitely be missed. somewhat smaller than St. John's. Coach Mr. Wilkins is leaving St. John's after 12 Reade has worked here for five years years of service in the Science Department continued on p. 12 May 1985

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College Counseling at SJS

by Shannon Liss A quick glance at the results of the 1984-85 St. John's college counseling program shows that this year in college admissions can be considered quite a success. A closer look at the admissions of two specific universities proves, for many people, this success story. Six out of the seven St. John's applicants to Williams College were admitted, and eight out of eleven St. John's candidates to the University of Virginia were accepted. From a survey of fifteen randomly chosen St. John's seniors, sixty percent said they were accepted to their first choice schools.

Yet, many seniors said they were not satisfied with this year's counseling program. Several voiced complaints that the counseling department did not do all it could to get more students into the schools of their choice. Perhaps a misunderstanding exists for some in what the purpose of college counseling is. One senior explained his reason for dissatisfaction with the program: "Their [the college counselors'] motto is 'We'll tell you about the colleges, but it's your job to get yourself in.''' The goal of college counseling is not to get every student into every school, but rather, as Mr. David Adams, Director of College Counseling, explained, to "match the student with the school that is most appropriate [for him or her]." The process of college counseling involves conferences with students and parents, questionnaires filled out by students, and extensive one-on-one counseling to assess what a student's interests and needs are. Mr. Adams said he wants to let every student know what's available so that student can make his or her own choice.

A widely held belief is that counselors at St. John's push students to apply to prestigious eastern colleges. Mrs. Anne Naman, College Counselor, wanted to clear May 1985

up this myth. She explained that her job in- Mrs. Martha Childress, who must split their time between classes and counseling. One volved listening to what students want and senior expressed her views that a full-time making suggestions for them to consider. counselor would have time to make the colShe said she never pushes certain schools. leges more familiar with St. John's.

One senior complained that more attention Another student commented, "Well, is paid to students applying to big-name, out-of-state universities than to those who Kinkaid has one, so I guess we should." A sympathetic senior believed that hiring soplan to stay in Texas. What several students meone full-time is a good idea just to relieve were not aware of, or at least did not take the teacher's burden of teaching some advantage of, is the ongoing help provided by college counselors for students who ask classes and college counseling. Many seniors believed, however, that the three for it. Mrs. Naman said the counseling part-time counselors are doing a good job, department gives as much help as is needed for a student, providing that student comes and a full-time counselor is not necessary.

One senior explained that "the people who forward and requests it.

Most of the seniors that were interviewed complain are looking for an excuse" because a person is admitted to a college on affirmed that college counseling is probably the basis of his or her talents and applicaa good thing but that they did not take full advantage of it. They all went to the two re- _ tion, not the counselor.

A concern of some seniors was the belief quired meetings with the counselors, but that the St. John's college counselors gave many decided on their own what schools they were interested in. One senior explain- some students false hopes about what ed that he made his decision based on col- schools they could get into and told others lege guidebooks, talking to other seniors, that they did not have a chance at certain listening to college representatives who schools. Mr. Adams said that he has the exvisited St. John's during lunch, and atten- perience needed to predict to what schools students will be accepted, and surprise ding College Day, which was a particularly good help. Several seniors wished they had results occur rarely. "College admissions become more involved with the counseling are not random," said Mrs. Naman, "and program (which would have made them those students who applied realistically start thinking about their college choices were successful."

Indeed from this year's senior class, the earlier), but most believed that their decirealistic students seemed to be the ones who sions were their own, not influenced by the made firm decisions and only applied to counseling department. Although some three or less schools. Although the average were disappointed that their counselors did number of applications made by the not take a more active role in the decisionstudents surveyed was four, practically making process, one senior explained, "It's every student filled out less than four or something you need to decide for yourself.

You don't need someone deciding for you more than five applications. In all but one case, the students who filled out more than and confusing you."

A common complaint about the college five applications. In all but one case, the admissions program is that St. John's does students who filled out more than five were not accepted to their first choice schools, .not employ a full-time college counselor. and the students who filled out less than The program is run instead by three faculty members, Mr. Adams, Mrs. Naman, and three were.

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5 More students applied to the University of Texas this year than ever before. Mr. Adams explained that this increase could be due to larger class and economic factors that make staying in the state more desirable. Most students, though, look beyond Texas for their undergraduate education, and this year the west coast (California specifically) beat the east coast in the number of applications sent from St. John's.

Overall, it has been a good year for college counseling at St. John's. Mr. Adams believes that the efficiency of the program is in part due to the effectiveness of three counselors working together (this year for the first time). Mrs. Childress explained that having three counselors allows students to choose with whom they will work. Mrs. Katzman, Secretary of College Counseling, has also added much to the organization behind the program; many students com-

mented on her helpfulness during their times of stress. When asked what they would do differently, if they could go through the whole process over again, some seniors responded that they would start deciding earlier what school they were interested in, go in for more help from their counselors, rewrite their essays, and make better grades in high school. Most, however, said they would not change anything.

Though information included here is not complete, it does reflect totals as of May 9 and reports from 95 members of the Class of 1985.

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you ever had the urge to reach out and simply touch an open flame, or to jump in front of a moving car? Did you?

Whom do you hate? Why? Do you really know them? Do you know who they really are, what their desires are, why they choose to live the way they do? Can you answer these questions for yourself, about yourself? Only then can you possibly justify so strong an emotion as hate.

Count Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy once said "One ought to write only when one leaves a piece of one's flesh in the ink pot

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Talking About the Weather I write these words not to lecture you or to change your minds, but simply to activate a part of you which operates without logic, without thought, and without plan.

Some would call it your heart, others your soul, and still others your immaturity. I submit to you that it may be your reality, your innate psyche, expressing itself in a burst of energy which is powered by a desire so strong that it penetrates the dead zone between subconscious and conscious.

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each time one dips one's pen." Do you leave a piece of yourself in everything you do, no matter how painful it may be? It just might be a wonderful pain.

The crux of these ramblings is probably best summed up in a quote from Aleksander Solzhenitsyn, a Russian novelist, who wrote: "There is no point asserting and reasserting that which the heart cannot believe."

That which comes from deepest inside is never wrong. The problem, then, is to sort out what comes from the bottom of your heart and that which can so easily disappear because it comes from a place which seems deep but is, in all actuality, just below the surface and stems, rather than from truth, from a need or a desire. Consider it.

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The Judys at SJS Recently we had an interesting experience, very interesting. It occurred at a local night club and involved a great deal of screaming people, dancing people, smashed together people, and - in general - happy people. The bass rumbled, the drums beat out wild rhythms, and guitar and keyboards completed the modern symphony. Above it all came an eerie voice semi-singing and semi-yodling lyrics which ranged in subject matter from the Guiana tragedy to a sex change operation but was always slightly zany enough to be enjoyed by a partly demented mind.

How did all this start? Why did so many young adults show up, some driving all the way from Katy, to hear this three person band? Well, because they're The Judy's, a great dance band with funny lyrics, a good stage show, and an aura of fun surrounding them.

The Judy's consist of David Bean, Dane Cessac, and Jeff Walton. David was born on January 20, 1962 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He attended Pearland High School and when this article is printed will have graduated from the University of Houston with a master's degree in business. Dane was born September 14, 1962 in Houston.

He also went to Pearland High School. He is married. Jeff was born on May 8 (coincidentally, this is the day on which we interviewed the band), 1963 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Just take a wild guess what high school he went to. He is studying music at the University of Houston but is not currently enrolled. He also is married.

All of this constitutes The Judy's. For you skeptics of anything that comes out of an amplifier at a volume loud enough to be heard from further away than just a few feet, it might help to know that all of them May 1985

had mastered their instruments by ninth grade. Dane plays the drums (and whatever other percussion instrument happens to sound right - including, on one song, skillets of varying sizes). He started on his brother's set and bought the set he plays on now fairly early into The Judy's career. Jeff had a Sears' bass guitar in ninth grade, but as soon as his parents realized that his ambitions went further than a loud, practice-inthe-garage band, he got the bass which he still uses to this date. David said that he had played around on the piano "since preschool." He did take piano lessons for some time, though. Of those lessons he said, "I used to make myself vomit so I wouldn't have to go." He started to play the guitar in sixth grade.

The band that later became The Judy's started as The Jets, The Mondo Babies, and

The Breathers (never Film Sale 69). The band officially formed in '79 while all of the members were at Pearland High School.

About three months after the band had gotten together, they decided that in order to ever get any jobs some sort of demo was necessary, so they cut their first 45rpm, which contained "You Let Me Down," "Space Age," and - what was to become one of their biggest hits - "All The Pretty Girls," which David classified as a "get even song." The business tactic of releasing a 45rpm worked well as shortly thereafter they got a job for $200 to play for 30 minutes at their high school, not bad money. Speaking of money, the band charges $3000 now for a concert at a night club or, in the case of a private party, three approximately 45 minute sets.

When asked about high school, all of the

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"When I look back on it, I liked high school," was what Dane had to say about it. David described himself as, " ... very much his own man," and also said that "[h]igh school was a wild, big party." Lest this arouse any rumors, all of the band members seemed rather adament in their negative treatment of drugs. (No, all of the people in rock bands do not take drugs and worship Satan.) When asked if he had any advice for people in high school who want to get into the music business, David

answered, "No, no advice. People who are in it [the music business] know how to be in it all by themselves."

From David Bean sticking his finger through a hole in the wooden divider between booths at Andre's in order to scare a nicely dressed woman in the next booth to the entire band singing some sort of modern wordless version of a Gregorian chant in the tunnel the afternoon was... interesting. The band was great. They seemed to simply have fun by living, even though when asked what they do for fun, they said, "Go to in-

terviews." As far as future plans, David outlined for us his plan to be world famous in just under five months. Somehow I think he was being sarcastic. Seriously, though, the band does have a new album which should be available in early July. It should also be.. .interesting. Everyone should have a chance to go to lunch with The Judy's.

by Todd Frankfort and Jason Lindsey

Sports Wrap Up

by Reed Bartz The 1985 Boys' Varsity Track Team has enjoyed another successful season. Two of the team's most impressive wins came at the C.E. King Relays and the St. Stephen's Relays. Three school records have been broken by members of the team this year.

Will Randall ('85) broke the record in the mile run; Steve Kessner ('87) broke the record in the 330 intermediate hurdles; and the 440 relay record was also broken. The Boys' Varsity Track Team has a strong chance at winning the conference championship this year.

The Girls' Varsity Track Team has also come through with an outstanding year.

Behind the running of Laura Wilson (,85), Alexis Sanford (,87), and Kim Barndollar (,87), the Rebels should be almost unbeatable at S.P .C. in Dallas. Look for the Girls' Varsity Track Team to win tenth straight conference championship.

This year's Varsity Tennis Team, under new head coach Thomas Johnston, closed out the season with a record of 6-2-1. Three of the season's high points came in the Kinkaid Tournament when Sanjay Mathew ('87) and Claire Venghiattis ('85) won the mixed doubles, David Wood ('85) won the consolation singles, and Reed Bartz ('86) and Gary Zimmerman ('88) won the consolation doubles. In the Kinkaid Tournament, the team fell short of winning by only one point to a strong Bellaire team. The Boys' Tennis Team should have a strong showing at S.P.C.

Even though the Girls' Tennis Team lost many seniors last season, they have looked impressive the entire season. Returning players Kelly Kelsey ('87) and Claire Venghiattis ('85) have helped the team much. With the return of Valerie Wilson ('86) late in the season, the Varsity Girls' Tennis Team has a good chance at repeating last year's conference championship.

The Girls' Softball Team had a 2-2-0 record at South Zone in Austin last weekend. Even though the team lost many seniors, it equalled last year's South Zone record. The members of the team are looking to repeat last year's 4-0-0 record at S.P.C. in Dallas.

This year's Boys' Golf Team, under the leadership of captain Mike Maggart (,87), has had impressive showings at many of this year's tournaments. Maggart has also had some very impressive individual showings, placing third in two of the tournaments this season. The team is looking for a very impressive showing at S.P.C. and possibly a conference championship.

The Varsity Boys' Baseball Team, with a record of 11-2-0, has done much better this season than most expected. The team had an impressive 4-1-0 record at South Zone, with the only loss corning to a strong Kinkaid team. This year's baseball team is a very young one and should be very strong in the future. Behind the arm of Kelly McClennen (,86), the Rebels should come home from S.P.C. with a few more wins.

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What Did They Say?

The year would not be complete without a look at some of the more eloquent, articulate quotes that were spouted forth inside the cloistered walls of SJS. Match the quotes with the correct answer from the answer column. How many have you heard this year?

QUOTES 1. "I love being in a class that torments the teacher."

2. "If you make an even number of mistakes in a problem, you get the right answer anyway."

3. "You know I've had a hard day when I don't even get to go to tea!"

4. "I never do any problems with an "e" in them."

5. "In three days this summer I learned the alphabet. " 6. "[President Andrew] Jackson's inauguration? Sort of like an after-game party."

7. "Two hours of books ... I've never had a worse punishment!' , 8. "I don't remember how to say this in English ... " 9. "It's difficult for elephants to climb trees." to. "It's Math - it's not supposed to make sense."

11. "[Taping a goldfish to the wall] wasn't the smartest thing I've ever done."

12. "But that's not irrelevant - it just doesn't matter.

Irrelevant has connotations of not pertinent."

13. On picking up a copy of Pascal Plus Data Structures: "Oh, Pascal. Who's studying philosophy?"

14. There may be something to this cause-and-effect stuff; I think I'll go to college after all."

15. "Black is darkness."

16. "Well, looking at it realistically, I want to miss half a day of school" [on SAC's discussion of Field Day].

17. "It's kind of hard to foreshadow in retrospect."

18. "These damn term papers have interfered with cocktail hour!"

19. "Let me live an illusion - I like it better."

20. "Writing the paper will probably be easier once you decide on a topic."

21. "There's nothing to it [being Review advisor] . You just listen to what Reuter says and do the opposite. " 22. "The collective unconscious? Well, it's sort of an unconscious that's collective ... " 23. "How much do you want to bet this [Pink Panther movie] was made before Sellers died?"

24. "How can you tell an Aggie's computer? By all the whiteout on the screen."

25. "God. Conrad was right. Meckel's living proof."

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11 The First Annual Fitzgibbon's

by Will Fitzgibbon Worst Display of Mental Acumen: The entire Senior Class during the fourth quarter.

Most Original Display of Spirit: This one goes to two juniors, Christian Eckman and Hany Khalil, for following the KLOL Rock Ambulance around town for 30 minutes just so they could say, "101 and St. John's Rebels rock Houston!!!"

Best Display of Mental Acumen: TIE. The selection of Kim Whittlesey (,86), Tina Lu (,86), and Kenny Schultz ('86) to go to the Rickover Institute this summer for research; the JETS team for winning 1st place in the small school division in the nation for the second straight year; and Brady Lum ('85) for being selected as the recipient of a Jefferson Scholarship at the University of Virginia.

Most Spectacular Driving: Charles Still ('86). This guy had more wrecks and bad luck with red sports cars. Also, he is probably the only person to ever get stuck in mud inside the Houston city limits while driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

Comeback Player of the Year: Jack Sins ('85). After injuring his knee during soccer, Jack came back and gave a memorable performance as Algernon in The Importance of Being Earnest.

Most Dramatic Finish: SJS soccer team vs. Trinity Valley. Philip Cannon scored the winning goal with two seconds left in the game to clinch a Division I spot for North Zone in Dallas.

When we look back on this year, I hope that we don't dwell on the unrest in the school. Instead, let's remember the good times, the tricks, the blunders, and the fun!

I regret, however, to say that many of the more amazing events were intended for immature audiences only, and no faculty members should ever hear about them. I'd also like to take this opportunity to thank the new Hygiene Squad for making this . year so special. WelL..

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May 1985

The Review

SAC: Back

by Leon Dow Two or more years ago, if you were to ask a St. John's upper school student what he thought of SAC, he would have probably said something to the effect of, "Oh, SAC is just composed of a bunch of people who do nothing and write 'Student Government' on their college applications." Last year, however, things changed. SAC became a productive group of students that made a noticeable difference in life at St. John's.

Last year's SAC had two main assets: creativity and the desire to get a job done.

SAC's creativity led to new things, such as Virus and Family Feud, school-wide games; a movie festival; a record-breaking blood drive and Christmas drive; and Health Week, among others. The desire to get the job done, in turn, led to the successful execution of these new ideas.

This year's SAC, however, has changed back to the unproductive SAC of two or more years ago. Having been a member of this year's SAC, I say this with complete objectivity. To appreciate the ineffectiveness of SAC this year, first look at SAC's positive effects, and then look at its failures.

SAC's biggest success was the Christmas drive. A large amount of food was collected, but more impressive was the recordbreaking amount of money taken in. The reason that so much money was collected continued from p. 3 teaching Lower School P.E., Boys' and Girls' Cross Country, and Boys' Track and Field. Coach Bob Josey, one of his colleagues, said that he enjoyed working with Coach Reade very much and described him as a knowledgeable track coach who is friendly and who relates well with others.

When asked what he would miss the most, Coach Reade replied that he would miss both the students at St. John's and fajitas.

St. John's is losing a valuable teacher in parting with Coach Reade.

Exams are over. Lockers are emptied and slammed shut. Lights are turned off. Doors are closed. School is out. Before leaving in our separate ways and putting this year May 1985

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was because each student was asked to bring one dollar. Looking at last year's Christmas drive, more creativity and effort were shown when the prefects went to the trouble of painting and distributing grocery bags that were marked with each person's name. Although last year's idea might not have yielded any more success than this year's drive, the effort was apparent.

SAC also had two other successful endeavors. The first was the movie festival, which attracted many people. The second accomplishment was the establishment of a new scholarship. Money will be given to an incoming senior to help him/her pay for tuition.

SAC did, however, have numerous failures. The first major fiasco was the blood drive. This year's blood drive collected a mere 75 pints of blood, compared to over 200 pints of blood collected in last year's blood drive. There was a second blood drive that was, believe it or not, even a greater failure. The second drive only collected 45 pints of blood.

The most recent disaster was Family Feud. The whole thing was thrown together at the last minute, with the lack of organization painfully apparent. There were no specific rules, and the rules seemed to vary from game to game, depending on who hosted the game.

Field day was absent this year, the reason being that there were no prefects willing to accept the challenge of planning it. There

was also a minimal amount of things done for the 1984 election year. There was a student debate which was successful, but there was a potential for many more electionrelated activities. The easiest, most obvious thing that SAC could have done would have been to organize a mock election. The idea came up in many SAC meetings, but nothing was ever done.

The last two failures of SAC, as many of the others, were results of complete lethargy. Last year, SAC voted in favor of proposing a new graduation requirement; a certain number of mandatory hours of community service each year. This year, SAC ignored the proposal, .even though it was brought up. The last failure of SAC had to do with a proposed Gong Show.

Early in the first semester, a school-wide Gong Show was proposed. It was discussed at almost every meeting, but it was never executed.

So, although SAC has done some good things, this year has basically been unproductive. The few successes of SAC were overshadowed by the more numerous failures. The reason for every single one of SAC's failures was laziness: the prefects were devoted, but devoted to everything else besides SAC. The election for next year's prefects has already taken place. I hope that next year's prefects will devote themselves fully to their responsibilities, and give the amount of time that being a prefect demands. If next year's prefects are willing to devote ample time, next year's SAC will return to the ways of last year's SAC and help make St. John's a more pleasant school to attend.

behind us, we should remember to say goodbye to these four faculty merhbers who have worked hard and befriended many at

St. John's. Their service and presence will not soon be forgotten.

by Kenny Schultz

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