Vol 15 issue 1

Deans explain changes in policies

by Lisa O'Connor New rules, regulations, and freedoms were explained in the annual dean's assemblies. One new change is that Mr. Adamo has joined Miss Liff and Mr. Bitta as "Dean of Students." Each dean handles one-third of the alphabet as his/her responsibility. There isn't a "Dean of Girls," or "Dean of Boys," as there was last year.

"We hope that (the revised tardy system) wUl encourage students to be on time for school as well as classes," said Miss Iliff. The new tardy procedure is similar in that students are still allowed three unexcused tardies for emergencies, but different in that discipline after the third tardy is no longer an automatic

three dean's detensions.

"Upon the fourth unexcused tardy one dean's detention is assigned, and the student must make up every half-hour missed after first period. After five tardies two detentions are assigned, and after six tardies three detentions are assigned in addition to the student making up his time," explained Miss Iliff.

"The reason for the new system is to encourage kids to be punctual, not to give out detentions," said Dean Bitta.

"Tardiness is not acceptable by most societies' standards. It used to be that 65 per cent of our students never had one tardy."

Another major change that the deans

have adopted concerns the old in-school suspension policy. Formerly, in school suspentions were assigned by the deans as a form of discipline in which the student came to school, but was not allowed into his classes or to make up the work (except tests) he missed. This policy has been replaced by the reassignment system. "It's the best thing we've done. Not only does the student get to make up his work for credit, but he has teachers to help him in the areas of English, math, and social science. The kids that are here for an education would gladly take a re-assignment. But reassignment is still a form of discipline— (students) aren't aUowed back into their regular classes until they have finished

their assignments," said Mr. Bitta.

Two other major policy changes discussed by the deans were the revision of early dismissal and the change in the handling of parking offenses. "This year only upperclassmen are permitted early dismi^ial and only after eighth period.

"The reason for this is that Illinois State Law requires five, dock hours of attendance from every student not wi a work program," said Mr. Bitta.

"The new discipline for the first parking violation is five dean's detenmons. A violation is parking in an cauthorized area, such as the front circle or north lot. Fines have been eliminated completely," explained Miss Iliff.

AFS students Lucia, Nilza spend year at South

by Janet Shamlian The two American Field Service students spending the year at Maine South are, Lucia Dolcetti, 17, from Venice, Italy, and Nilza Oliveira, 17, from Sorocaba, Brazil. Both girls have been in Park Ridge for about a month.

Lucia is staying with the Mumighan family. Lucia commented that Maine South was so much different from her high school in Italy. "In Italy there are only 450 students in my high school. We don't have the excellent benefits of a school Uke Maine South."

Lucia has three brothers in her family.

"We get along well," she said. Her interests include skiing and traveling.

Students found guilty Three court appearances found three senior students guilty of spray painting the north end of the building last spring.

The students must pay for all damages and are under supervision for two years.

Total cost in damages amounted to $1825.

Mr. Bitta, dean of students, said, "Everyone was upset. I received calls from parents. Teachers were shocked; the students were shocked!"

Mr. Bitta also said, "We're very aggressive with anyone who vandalizes the school. We will do what we have to do and make it a police matter."

"I've been downtown and to the Art Institute and I've enjoyed them very much."

Nilza is staying wththe MacKenzie family. Nilza speaks English, but her native language is Portuguese. She said, "I'm so very lucky to be here. I like a lot of the activities that you have here like sports, movies and such a big Ubrary."

Her interests include spending time at her summer house in Brazil and being an avid tennis player. Nilza is currently on the Maine South Tennis Team. "I like tennnis," she said. "We belong to a tennis club in Brazil."

Nilza has a family of 3 brothers and her parents.

Both girls had a lot to say on the subject of dating. Lucia conunented, "In Italy we go with friends and dance all night at parties. The guys and girls just all go together. Girl's don't sit and wait for a boy to ask them out. Everyone just AFS Students Left to Riglit: Lucia Dolcetti from Italy; Nilza Oliveira from Brazil. goes together and has a lot of fun.

Nilza added, "In Brazil, dating seems more natural than it does here. Boys and girls just go out together. I don't know if I like how dating is here."

Both Nilza and Lucia agreed that the biggest difference t)etween the United States and their countries is the people and the way of life.

Nilza said, "Anywhere that the way of life is different, you are sure to find that the people will be different, also. But, I Vol. 15, No. 1 Maine South H.S., Park Ridge, Sept. 15, 1978 Uke them!"

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n i ! l classes ^ . arer S Final plans made for Homecoming Government being V given *^'"lP'fL!l!!'"''

by Mary Beth Coudal the opportunity to work on a political The adn of Our Teeth, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Thornton Wilder, will be performed October 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21. Tickets will be on sale for the arena play beginning September 28.

The play centers around a unique family called the Antrobuses. Deb Bodnar '79, and Mark Wendland '79, play the parents and Lori Mattick '79, plays the defiant maid Sabina.

Other students playing important roles are Pam Rizzo '70; student director and Dave Ford '79; technical director.

"The play is interesting," says Mr. Vince Pinelli, director, "because not only Sabina, but other characters step out of their roles and talk specifically to Southwords is made for the students the audience."

Out of the 97 people who tried out 40 and the faculty of Maine South. If you have any ideas for the paper, drop them were given parts. This is the largest off in V-106, or give them to a student you arena cast ever produced at Maine South. know is on Southwords staff. campaign this semester. With the November election coming up, this wiD give the students experience and a chance to work with political figxffes.

The students will receive extra credit for their participation in a campaign. In order to earn ejctra credit students must write a paper at the end of the election on their experiences and the results of the campaign. The amount of extra credit depends upon the teacher.

Students who are interested may contact their government teacher.

Our newspaper

by Janet Shamlian Homecoming will take place on the weekend of September 30. Many activities are scheduled during the weekend.

The festivities start on Friday, Sept.

29, with the beginning of the Homecoming carnival. Tliis will be held in the fieldhouse from 7-10 p.m. During the carnival, various clubs and organizations will sponsor different activities. This includes anything from a pizza stand to a booth where you can send a telegram to a friend.

Imediately following the carnival on Friday evening will be the Firelight Pep Rally. This will take place in the North Parking lot and it will be under the direction of Pep Council. During the rally, a giant M.S. will be lit up in flames.

On Saturday morning, Sept. 30, students will be putting the finishing touches on their car floats that will be driven in the Homecoming Parade. The parade begins at 10 a.m. and will begin at these periods.

Mr. Deines commented, "Hopefully Cumberland Park and will proceed to students will be excited and enthusiastic Maine South.

This year's theme for the parade is a about the book store. That, in itself, tribute to the past. The theme is, would make it a success."

Paperback book store changes format The paper back book store in the cafeteria has always featured a variety of the new bestsellers, however, because of the lack of sales last year, the format has been changed.

Mr. Mike Deines, sponsor of the book store spent a lot of the summer digging through second-hand book stores and thrift shops, looking for good books that would interest students. Mr. Deines also collected over 600 books from the faculty alone.

The plan is to sell all these books for 25 cents each, regardless of their original price.

"The object of this new system is not to make money, but to get students interested in reading some really good books," said Mr. Deines.

The book store is open periods one, two, four, five and six. Student Council members manage the book store during

College Night to be held at Maine West

by Sue Rebedeau College night will be held Thursday, Sept. 28 at Maine West from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Two hundred colleges from around the nation will attend College night. Service academies and ROTC will also present their programs.

College night is designed to aid students in choosing a university that suits them best.

Each college participates in the program on the basis of the number of

students expressing interest in the school, or by how many Maine alumni attend the college.

Students and parents will be free to browse, ask questions about facilities, housing, programs, application procedures and tuition.

All students and their parents are invited to College night at Maine West, 755 W. Wolf Road (at Oakton), in Des Plaines. Cars can park in any lot at the school. Explanatory programs will be handed to visitors.

"Looking Back—Maine South's 15 years." 'The floats in the parade will follow along this theme. Floats will be judged by Dr. Watson and Laurie Gauger, Homecoming Committee Chaiiperson. Floats will be judged on creativity, originaUty and how their float ties in with the central theme. Laurie Gauger, '79, has been planning these events along with Student Council since the beginning of school. She commented, "I think that a good aspect of Homecoming is that it's a whole weekend of fun and getting involved. It's meeting your friends, making new ones and having a great time."

Marianne Joyce, '79, agreed.

"Homecoming is a great time for everyone to have fun. 1 hope that a lot of students get involved."

Kickoff for the Homecoming game begins at 12 noon with the Sophomore game. This year the Hawks will face Glenbrook South for Homecoming instead of the traditional rival, Maine East. Between the Sophomore game and the Varsity game, the winning floats will be announced as well as the Homecoming Queen.

Saturday night at 8 p.m. will mark the beginning of the Homecoming Dance.

The theme of the dance is, "Whenenever I Call You Friend," and will feature the band, Mother Fox. Senior Class President, Marianne Joyce said, "Senior Class Council sponsors the Homecoming Dance, but we can't do it all ourselves. We will need a lot of help on Saturday and I urge anyone who has some extra time to come over and help with some of the decorations."

On the subject of Homecoming, Marianne Joyce summed it up best.

"Homecoming isn't just a dance, carnival or football game. It's an aura of spirit and excitement that captures all who are willing."

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Freshman invade MS

by Lisa O'Connor What has eighty gangling arms, eighty clumsy feet, totes a stack of freshlycovered books, gives a hoot about its first quarter grades, votes enthusiastically in class elections, travels to school via Nortran, and has just been to the dentist?

Why, a homeroom chock-full of freshmen, of course!

Why are freshmen always the butt of these semi-cruel jokes? Partly because its a tradition—the new school year just would not be complete without scaring a frosh by saying that he's late at the 8:05 bell, or telliiig some innocent girl that the "A-wing" is in the boys' locker room.

The second reason that everyone loves to tease the freshmen is that we veteran students recognize ourselves in their confused ways. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors nostalgically remember their first few weeks by viciously seeking revenge, or by tactfully poking fun. But what would Southwords be without the customary "What do freshmen think of the school so far?" article.

L. Nelson said, "It's different; it seems O.K. so far." Wendy Rusch said, "When I first got here I thought it was going to be a lot harder than it was. I thought it was huge, and that the seniors were going to trip me down the hall, but they didn't.

Tracy Erikson said, "It's bigger and different than junior high."

Most of the freshmen questioned had mixed feelings about the school.

Renee Maier claimed that, "The people here are different and nicer. But the day is too long".

Cristen Ryan said, "It's big and scary, but great."

Lisa Nieminski said, "I was scared at first, then it wasn't so bad. Now it's better, but they give you a lot of homework. Next year will be better!"

Janyt Gaskilul said, "I like the freedom. I think the teachers are really nice, but the policies seem strict".

Kerstin Tim reported, "It's pretty good; it's different and bigger. It's easy to get lost".

Jennifer Burns said, "It's nice.

Policies are pretty fair, but I don't like the studies; you can't talk in them.

Hail Eness said, "It's better here than at Lincoln. There's more freedom, but it's harder to find your classes".

Don Lemersal reported, "It's not too hard—you can wear whatever you want, you can chew gum, and there's a cafeteria. The only thing I don't like about it is you have to be on time for everything, and it goes to 3:40".

Kristen Knudtson said, "It's not that much different than Emerson, except you have to get to your classes on time".

Jeanie An said, "It's big and it's nice.

The rules are a little too strict, though.

The passing periods are too short, especially if you have to go from the third floor to the gymnasium".

Scott Singow said, "It's a lot better than grade school because you have a lot more freedom and a lot more opportunities to do outside activities. The teachers are nice, but the lunches aren't so hot".

Julie Gaudreault said, "I like it a lot Iwtter than junior high. You're with people that are like you in your classes."

Peter Curtis said, "It's really a great school.

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Students angered over lounge

by Noreen Keane Mr. Simonson explained that it was The student body was told last year never established when the outside grass that they were not responsible enough to area would be returned and he couldn't handle the privilege of outside lounge. see how it would be returned to us in the The administration said it wasn't near future. directed for the entire student body.

Mr. Simonson, as well as the rest of the There was just a select few that ruined it administration, are extremely pleased for all.

However, last year was a year to prove that the students are keeping the our worthiness, and if we proved our- cafeteria clean. But he also said that selves, outside lounge wodd be rein- there is no way in which the grass area can be successfully supervised. When the stated. topic of a student monitoring system Proving ourselves would mean He also mentioned a new type of vandalism—the abuse of hall locks. keeping inside lounge clean. We suc- came up, he was all for it. But he had Evidently, some vandals have been ceeded and therefore, the patio area was tried earlier to recruit student superdiscouraged in their attempts to break given to us. We kept that clean and still visors for the outside grass area and he open the lockers and have resorted to the grass area was not returned to us. got very few volunteers. burning or cutting the locks. A student whose lock has been damaged has no way to get his locker open. He has to wait until a janitor cuts the lock completely "They won't let me switch my ninth period class." "This stinks, I off. This can cause many problems for the person involved. shouldn't have to hang around here until after eighth period." Does this One favorable thing that did cncrease sound like common talk among Maine South students?

I think that before students start whining about the first quote, Uiey should last year was the number of reported incidents of vandalism. More and more understand some of the requirements a school must fulfill in order for that students who are victims are fed up with school to receive full state aid. those who do damage and constantly get A student must be in attendance for five clock hours. These five hours away with it. If more students would don't include passing or lunch periods. report vandals, perhaps vandals would Why are these five clock hours suddenly being enforced at South? It seems have second thoughts before attempting that the State of Illinois is leaning on many schools. They are beginning to anything. check to see that students are remaining a full day in school. If State ofThe poster in the book store window ficials' investigations reveal that students aren't remaining at South the full last year represented the dollar value of vandalism here at Maine South. There day, only a half day of credit will be given. (This means half time and half was a circle on it representing 3300 money.) students and $3300—$L0O per student.

There are no fractional values!

Any money that had not been used for The amount of money involved is a concrete reason to say "The students vandalism repairs by the end of Oie year will stay the whole day." would be used for something benefiting In addition to staying until after an eighth period study, some students will the student body. Unfortunately, the $3300 was quickly used up. The same have to ponder about suffering through a ninth period class as weU. "We can't help this. The names are just fed through the computer. Some type of fund has been requested for this year. If it is approved, a big effort is students come out lucky, while others don't," stated assistant principal needed by everyone to insure that the Robert Simonson. money is spent more wisely this year.

"Only in extreme hardship cases will we switch a ninth period class."

Mr. Simonson encourages any students For the rest of the year, students will just have to seat out those last two who would like to take part in the vandalism prevention program to contact periods of the day. However, there is a good chance that upper and lower him. If anyone would like to start their classmen won't have to stay until the bell hits 3:40. own committee, perhaps on their class "We're working for an eight period day as soon as we can schedule it, level, they would be most welcome. hopefully next year, if not the year after," said Simonson.

Vandalism still a problem

by Katie Reif As we begin school year '78-79, lectures and assemblies will be held to remind us of the rules and regulations of Maine South.

One major problem that we will hear about is vandalism. With a population of 3100, 200 less than last year, Maine South's vandalism problem has increased slightly.

A major reason for this increase is that theft is now considered a type of vandalism. Until this year theft has been treated as a separate offense. A timeclock, camera and tools have already been stolen this year. However, locker thefts have decreased considerably.

Safer locks and keener observation by students have helped reduce the number of locker break-ins.

Plans to re-activate the vandalism conunittee from last year are underway.

The committee worked hard last year to help keep vandalism at a minimum. As we all know, it takes more than a few people to really put a stop to this problem.

Mr. Simonson, who is both interested and concerned about vandalism at Maine South, told of his plans and ideas for this year. "To start with, I would like to comment on the students' behavior during the assembly. I have never seen students so attentive as in that first assembly.

They all seemed to have a good attitude about what was being said, and were willing to listen. If the students will care enough throughout the year as they seemed to at the assembly this should be a good year." year."

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New policies sparl( reactions

by Lisa Andoniadis Most of us may still remember those first few mornings of this school year when all four classes were herded into the auditorium for their annual "Meet the Deans" assemblies. Confronted for the first (and what they hoped would be their last) time by all three deans, the students were not quite prepared for a whole series of still more policy changes.

Some of these were met with the expected grunts and groans; others were accepted more passively. Recently, a survey was taken among juniors and seniors aimed at hearing a general opinion of these new policies, specifically those concerning early dismissal, tardiness, and re-assignment suspension.

The views were fairly similar.

Concerning early dismissal, Carol Abezetian, 79, complained that, "After waiting four years our senior year should be the best, but it seems like the administration is nfiaking it worse for us. I have lounge eighth and ninth but I stiU can't even get into study hall to do any homework because they're aleady too crowded. That just doesn't make sense."

A. Coleman

D. Haines

Student Council President, Gina Hadawi agreed by saying, "There's nothing to do but sit in study halls. What they really should do is schedule juniors and seniors for classes instead of studies seventh and eighth periods. Now, the tardy system is different—tiiat's more just because students should be present in, if not on time for homeroom and their early morning classes. Too many people take advantage by strolling in at 10:30 after going out to breakfast."

Also on tardiness, Steve Kriekel, *80, considered the change "more fair because there should be a difference in punishment anyway for kids just three minutes late and kids three hours late."

As with the tardy policy, most students were inclined to agree wiOi the new suspension system. Most of these changes seem sensible enough, but the fact still remains that, as Marc Bethards, '79, put it, "Four years we've been in this high school and instead of earning more privileges, we now have more rules and regulations to follow than when we were freshmen." There lies the most general opinion of all.

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Forum: What is your opinion?

by Marianne Schmidt Gretchen Wieshuber '79, "I have What do you think of the early seventh and eighth period lounge and dismissal policy this year? ninth period gym. It would make more Aileen Coleman '82, "I don't think the sense to have gym seventh and then go to way they are handling early dismissal is work afterwards. But, because of the very smart. I think they should give it to new system, this isn't possible." people who are eligible for it, so that they can go out and work. If they changed it so that the upperclassmen could leave school early, it would show that Maine THE DAILY BULLETIN South is a fair and flexible school."

Debbi Haines '81, "The early dismissal ALL STUDENTS: rules are illogical. I understand the need The Comic Book Interpretation Class is to keep class size even throughout the all filled for first semester. day, but where early dismissal is ALL STUDENTS: possible it should be granted from The class in the school of magic wiU not seniors on down. Many upperclassmen be held today due to the fact that the need jobs for college money. Speaking as teacher is still hand-cuffed in the trunk. a sophomore, I look forward to the possibility of early dismissal in my STUDENTS: junior and senior years. I feel Maine The Bird Watchers Qub will be held South should be flexible enough to ac- today at 10:00 p.m. in the forest preserve—Please bring binoculars, commodate our needs."

Don Salemi '80, "I think it's terrible! whistle and lunar oil.

It's unfair for the upperclassmen, ALL STUDENT: because they can't get out before eighth Will the person who stole the door from period unless they're on work program." the dean's office please return it?

Epidemic stril^es M.S. Caution—the epidemic is here—a strange neurosis which afflicts frosh and senior alike. It was first brought on by the inevitable envelope that arrived in August. That fat one—chock full of such unpleasant tidbits as to the opening day of school. It worsened as students waited in line to buy books. It is a killer-so powerful it can turn well-adjusted seniors into dumb frosh faster than finals. It is the Academic Epidemicalias, "back to school jitters."

Because of the graveness of this affiliction, Southwords is publishing a handy questionnaire for students in order to determine if they too are victims of this deadly disease. Please answer yes or no to the following questions: Have you forgotten your locker combination and sheepishly appeared at your counselor's door?

Have you lost your first semester daily reading assignments for your English

Your attention please?

SENIOR, JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES: All students who wish to enroll in Driver Education must bring helmet, heavy duty seat belt, and state verification of involvement in no more than two major accidents.

LOST: The students of homeroom 103 have not been seen in their homeroom since the opening of school.

FOUND: One Pro-Ked gym shoe, size 16 (left foot) has been found in the school pond.

One somehwat crumpled report card from first semester of 1977 indicating five failures has been found.

Class size: Do you feel crunch of enrollment ?

Mary Beth Coudal Does the present size of any of your classes give you reason to complain?

Southwords has been hearing students talk about their class size whether being too large or very small. However, teachers and department chairmen have expressed that there is no problem with class size. Several students interviewed expressed their opinions.

"I don't think there's any real problem," says John Murphy, '82, "except that sometimes the teacher

doesn't have enough time for everyone."

Donna Engleson, '80, says, "It's easier to learn in small classes. In addition to the students, the teachers seem to feel more relaxed, and it shows in their teaching.

Cindy Braun, '80 and Tom Mullins, '80, both agree that the best way to get individual attention, if you are in a large class, is to meet with the teacher before or after school.

However, some students do not feel that the issue of class size is very im-

portant.

Heather Gerdes, '79, commented, "The size of my classes does not bother me either way."

Henry Schmidt, '81, explained, "All my class sizes are average. None are ejrtremely big or small."

While most students prefer small classes, there are those who are most content in crowds. One representative of the latter group, Andy Scheuermann, '80, says, "The bigger the class, the better. I like body contact."

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literature class?

Have you accidentally parked in the teacher's parking lot?

Did you remember to bring your gym clothes (assuming you did not bum them last year?)

Did you buy an elevator pass?

Do you honestly believe you have been sentenced to the PRPL (Park Ridge PubUc Library) for a year every time you look at your reading assignments?

Are you tempted to throw the tape recorder in typing class into the pond?

Do you count the days until Christmas break?

If you answered yes to three or more of the above, then you are a victim of the Academic Epidemic. Do not panic, and please do not go to the Health Office.

(The nurses have not yet discovered a cure for these horrendous jitters.) There is only one solution—take an extended summer vacation. And cheer up— Thanksgiving is just a couple of months away!!!!

Beat goes on After a very eventful summer of big name acts eiOier coming out with new albums or performing in concert, the summer of music should continue, at least for a while.

October 13 marks the return of Genesis to the Uptown theater. October 23 is the date that Jethro Tull will bring their music wizardry to the Chicago Stadium.

Obsession, UFO's followup to their Lights Out collection, truly lives up to the band's expectations of delivering rock in its best in addition to a touch of classical.

Choice cuts include "Only You Can Rock Me", "Cherry", and "Bom To Lose".

Another new release is Boston's answer to the "When will the new Boston album be out?" question, with Don't Look Back. This album probably will not sell as many copies as the first, but is very good listening any time of day. A few tunes to check out are "Feeling Satisfied", "It's Easy", "Party", and the title number.

Opportunities available John Heywood never would have dreamed how applicable his statement, "Nothing ventured, nothing gained," is to Maine South students.

As the school year begins, opportunities for student involvement abound. Language clubs, crews, Pep club. Student council. Chess club, Key club, AFS, among many others are beginning their activities for the year. A student only has to try the organization out to see if he likes it.

For freshmen, there are four years to enjoy an organization, to try different ones. For upperclassmen, clubs and organizations offer a break to routine.

After graduating from high school, there will be no regrets about not belonging to a club if one gets involved now. The rewards that one reaps from participating are not an added item on a achool activity card, but much more^ the acquisition of new friends and interests.

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Football manages to slide past Giants

by Janet Shamlian The Maine South Hawks Varsity Footl)all Team squeaked past Highland Park, 15-14, last Saturday. This was the first game of the season for the Hawks.

In the first quarter, Highland Park scored on a seven yard pass. Their quarterback. Barry Green, kicked the extra point. By the end of the first quarter, the Hawks failed to score and were down, 7-0.

The second quarter brought more bad news for the Hawks. Highland Park scored again. This time on a three yard run by fullback Joe Banamarte.

Banamarte converted the extra point.

The score was 14-0 at the end of the first half.

"In the beginning of the third quarter we knew that we had a lot to do. The coaches helped us by having a positive attitude about the situation. We were really starting to concentrate on our defense and on eliminating mistakes," commented Jim Toulon, 79.

From there the Hawks came on strong.

Dan Ryan 79, made a one yard run for the first Hawk touchdown of the day.

Quarterl)ack Jay Huyler, 79, threw a three yard pass to Joe Beaumont for two more points. The score stood 14-8 at the end of the quarter.

Dan Ryan said, "During the second half it was obvious that tire other team was really beginning to tire. They took

two useless time outs, just using them to rest instead of making their strategy. We were in good condition, and you could teU." The Hawks proved their good offense and defense during the fourth quarter.

Jay Huyler threw a seven yard pass clicking with receiver Joe Beaumont, for a touchdown. The score was tied 14-14. In the clutch, Dan Murphy won the game by booting the extra point as the Hawks cruised to their first victory of the season, 15-14.

The Hawks ended up with nine first downs while Highland Park had eight.

Maine South had 42 rushing plays and gained 153 yards while Highland Park had 32 rushing plays and gained 100 yards.

Jim Toulon was the leading rusher, gaining 68 yards. Dan Ryan rushed for 47 yards.

"I think that winning our first game has really given us a lot of confidence in ourselves and in what we can do. We realize that if we play our type of football, we'U be able to contrll the game," said Jay Huyler.

The next game for the Hawks is tomorrow at home against Waukegan West.

Dan Ryan added, "Waukegan West will be a tough game for us. They will really be fl>ing high after beating Maine East last Saturday. It will be a real test of our defense."

CC men open season first meet of the season.

by Tom Sebastian On the J.V. squad, Roy Fredrickson On Saturday, the Maine South Guys cross country team traveled out to Maine and Dave Phillips were the leading West for the Maine West Centers runners. Fredrickson ended up 31st, with Invitational meet.

Phillips right behind him in 35th place.

Twenty-four teams, among them some The squad as a whole ended up with 311 of the best teams in the conference, points. competed in one of the biggest inAlthough he didn't run in this meet, vitationals of the season.

Dave Mau will be this years big runner.

Our runners ended up in 20th place Mau Ls the only returning letterman from among the 24 teams. Ctespite the vast last year. Mau was also named to the Allscore deficit, the runners did a fine job. conference team last year, and is On individual levels the Freshmen definitely one of the best in the entire came in 6th, the sophomores took 11th, conference. Mau will have the job of with the J.V.s squad coming in 12th, A trying to carry home a majority of varsity squad was not run in this meet. victories for the Varsity squad.

The top freshmen runner was Eric This years team, coached by Mr. Johnson who came in 24th in his run. This Killcullen, wiU most likely have more was a fine performance for the freshmen success on the individual level than on a considering he gegan in a field of 203 team level. A lot of the good nmners for runners entered in the race. The fresh- next year will be the sophomores and men squad ended up the meet with a total juniors of this year. Mr. Killcullen is of 216 points. Many of these runners had looking forward to training these young not ran in a race twfore, while most of the runners into a really fine squad for next other teams have already run several year. meets.

Coach Killcullen commented: "A lot of Ken Malatiax and Paul Lossman were the freshmen and sophomores will be the top runners for the sophojores. coming up in the upcoming years, and Malatia came in 13lh out of a total of 150 they should get stronger as the years go runners, and really put in a fine per- by. formance. Lossman finished up 21st in The next cross country meet will be on the same race.

Saturday, September 16th, where they The sophomores ended up with 283 will compete in the Homewoodpoints, and a really good showing in their Flossmoor Invitational.

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Hawks Jim Toulon and Russ Gunnell practice hard during one of their intense practices two weeks prior to their first game last weekend. South won 15-14 over Highland Park.

G-Boys swing against GBS byJimVaU The Hawk G-men will host Glenbrook South at the Park Ridge Country Club next Monday evening.

The varsity golf team upended Niles East 161 to 172 last Friday to salvage a split in their opening weekend of action.

Thursday evening, the Highland Park golfers spoiled the Hawks with a 167 to 157 thrasliing.

Jim Naatz and Tim Ellsworth each shot impressive scores of 40, but Highland Park was just too much for the Hawks.

Friday night, the Hawks' John Crowl fired a low score of 38 and Tim Ellsworth a strong 39 to help lead the G-men to their first victory. Dave Kuechenberg and Steve Hienol each delivered a good score of 42.

The Hawks shot against Waukegan

West at the Park Ridge Country Qub. Although they reached a score of 163, they just couldn't contain Wakegan.

Dennis Curcio shot a low score of 39 while Tim Ellsworth and Dave Kuechenberg shot scores of 41 and Steve Heinol shot a 42.

After the meet, Steve Hienol said, "It will be tough. We have a lot of juniors and a lot of potential, but we are not playing as well as we should be."

Coach Ross added, "Next Monday we are shooting against Glenbrook South and they were last years conference champs. We'll have to shoot good to beat them and have any kind of chance at the conference championship. Most of our boys have been playing the Park Ridge Country Club for several years and I'm sure their experience will help our team score.

Sdmi ^pbiil 15 miBi a imm^ibi I.ast year it became obvious that school spirit was dwindling. This year it's up to us to change that.

School spirit is an important part of all sports. Cheering fans lets the players know that they have the backing of the community.

When Maine South varsity basketball advanced to semi-finals against Maine West last year, our school showed how much they really cared, judging by the big turn-out at Maine West. Why wait until a team advances to the semi-finals and finals to go to a game, when you can attend games all season? That is not to discourage you from going to semi-finals and finals if you haven't followed the team all season, but look at allsthe fun you're missing out on because you don't want to go to M.S. sporting events.

Football has its first home game tomorrow against Waukegan West. Show the Hawks how much you care. It's parents day, so suggest that your parents come.

The soccer team has a home game Tuesday, Sept. 19 against Highland Park.

The girls volleyball and swimming teams consistantly have had outstanding records, yet the turn out at their meets are awful. This year is our year to show some support to the female athletes.

Girls tennis team will have its first home game Thursday against Maine East.

Volleyball has its first game Thursday against Liberty\'ille.

This school year should be nine months of successful team sports for Maine South. Let the whole school—Frosh, Soph, Juniors, and Seniors, show the athletes as much support as possible. It can't hurt, but it can improve the overall remained scoreless, despite the attitude of Maine South. aggresive play and many goal attempts

by Ron Muck, Bill Shinn and Tom Winkowski.

Soccer men really wallop Schurz

by Carol}!! Quinn The Maine South soccer team kicked off their season last Tuesday with an impressive 3-2 victory over ^ u r z .

The defeat of last year's second placed team in the state was hard fought. Shurz dominated the game early, scoring a goal in the first quarter, while the Hawks

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It wasn't until the second and third quarters that the Hawk's began to outplay Shurz. Despite a second successful goal attempt by the opposing team, forward Bill Shinn scored two goals, assisted by the brilliant footw9rk of Mark Curtis and Ron Muck.

The fourth quarter brought another goal—scored this time by Paul Bringas, assisted by Tim Meehan. Obviously outplayed and out-maneuvered, Shurz failed to recover from the Hawk's dazzling comeback, and was defeated 3-2.

Said Ron Much, "We played pretty well. We could have had more help from the halfbacks in the beginning, but they came through later on."

Fullback Steve Dude dribbtes upflald during the kickers first game of the season last Monday against Schurz. Schurz finished second in state last year. South won 3-2.

And Coach Jack Tilly had the following to say of the game. "I believe we outplayed them, and had more ball control than they did. The boys are good players to have been able to win after being down 2-0."

by Julie Langdon Out of 12 teams, the newly formed girls' cross country team placed fifth on Saturday in the Maine West Centers Meet. Crossing the finish line at 15:21 and 15:32 minutes, Carol Burman and Lisa Conrardy finished 16th and 18th respectively, out of approximately 75, girls. Although the standard course i s ' two miles, the girls ran 2.2 miles in this meet.

Growing out of an intramural sport, the team consists of many good underclassmen. Girls who compete on the spring track team also participate to stay in shape and to keep in condition.

According to Mr. John Kilcullen, the girls' coach, the future looks good because of the talent involved. With a girls' state cross country meet next year.

Coach KilcuUen projects that more schools will boost the participation in this sport. This year, the team, which consists of 10 girls, has a full, eight meet season.