Vol 17 issue 1

Cadette workshop planned Hawkettes finish first

by Laura Olson Cadettes, composed solely of freshman girls, will have their own precision dance team that is separate from the Hawkettes, according to Miss Barbara Bobrich, Hawkette sponsor. She will be offering an all day clinic Sept. 20 from 9-4 p.m.

The clinic will be held to determine how many freshman girls are interested and talented. If enough show interest. Miss Bobrich plans to hold try-outs for the freshman precision dancing team after Homecoming. She tentatively plans on having them perform for freshmen/sophomore basketball games.

Miss Bobrich stated her reasons for the formation of the Cadettes, "Many times freshmen are interested in activities but there are no opportunities. I want to capitalize on their enthusiasm, because if they don't get involved right away, I will lose them. I hope this will keep them interested in school."

The Cadettes would be able to try-out for Hawkettes after their season.

The Hawkettes were successful this summer at a camp sponsored by the National Cheerleaders Association July 14-17 in Rock ford.

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Tha 1980—81 Hawkettes

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Maine South H.S., Parle Ridge, ill.

Sept. 19,1980

Tom Banon shared his talent with South students Funeral services, held at St. Paul'the followby Jean Keleher On July 6—a bright Sunday morning—Tom ing Thursday, were unique. Tom's friends parBarron, Maine South junior, passed away at ticipated with original poetry, biblical readings, and songs including "The Rose", his family's cottage in Wisconsin. one of Tom's personal favorites.

Friends were very important to Tom. It seemed that he made friends so easily, but his personality explained this ability. Wherever Tom went, he radiated warmth, vitality, and laughter. Everyone knew of his rare talent: an ability to make people laugh.

Participating enthusiastically during his three years at South, primarily in the Drama Department, Tom acquired a solid theatrical background which he contributed both on

stage and behind the scenes. "The Miracle Worker", "Carousel", "Skin Of Our Teeth", "Good Morning, Miss Dove", "The Physicists", V-Show, several Children's Shows—these productions showcased his diversified skills. Tom was in Contest Speakers and was also a devoted crew member, holding such important positions as crew head and assistant director.

Even in his last months, Tom's goodnatured humanness sparkled. He was, as one friend put it in a poem dedicated to Tom, a "humorous optimist". He was always there with a joke or a kind word.

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Teachers transferred to other district positions

Ttiomas Barron

Some of Maine South's teachers left last year as a result of transfers which have them employed at other Maine Schools.

Mr Kenneth Faulhaber is an assistant principal at Maine East, the same position he held here last year. He taught in the social science

Student misbehavior paves reading pit in library

by John Matuszak Students using the library can expect several changes in its lay out.

The major change is thefiUingin of the pit.

According to Judy Lange, Head Librarian, P" *as a conversation area." She reasoned students were not reading in the pit, but just talking. She pointed out that the purpose of the library is to read. She added "It was impossible to supervise." students also notice a change in seating. All sems m the library will be in the front.

I wo rooms which connect to the library will also be open for seating.

The reason for the change is due to a cut in

personnel to supervise the library. According to Mrs. Lange the library will be working with 2'/2 people less.

Mrs. Lange said, "We had to do away with some of the trouble area."

Another major change is the elimination of the cage. All books are now located where the cage was. TTie entire collectioin is together.

The final change is new carpet in the bbrary.

According to Mrs. Lange there is no cost for the work done.

The custodians took down the seats. "The cost of .filling in the pit was offset by not having to reupholster the cushions (in the pit)," explained Mrs. Lange.

department for a few years previous to his assistant principal position.

Mrs. Lynn Larson was transferred after teaching English to freshmen for six years. As a member of South's faculty she was faculty sponsor for the American Field Service program among other activities. She aided students who visited other countries from America and those visiting America.

Mrs. Mary Vicars and Mr. Douglas Hall, former social science instructors were transferred. Mrs. Vicars was a sponsor for South's Student Council and Mr. Hall was a supervisor in charge of admission to football and basketball games. Mr. Hall is now employed at North.

Mr. Donald Epley is currently with the faculty at West and East after teaching carpentry on a part-time basis there and at South. ^ Mrs. Carolyn Martin, employed elsewhere in *; the Maine Township district, was an assistant in the library for a year.

Miss Sharon Manka, a business education instructor for one year, now teaches at West.

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Neiu problems arise as g/rfs seek priuoci^ Last year, the bathroom doors in the girls' locker room were taken off. Five of the six doors were removed because girls complained of smokers occupying the stalls.

Miss Kathryn Pierce, Girls P.E. Chairsperson, explained her first reaction to the complaint was to check with other schools in the area to see how they handled the problem. Their solutions included: cutting doors in half, cutting holes in doors, taking doors off, removing locks, or a combination of these.

Cutting holes in the doors did not stop smoking at South.

Therefore, all but one of the bathroom doors were removed. This did solve the smoking problem; however. Miss Pierce acknowledges a new problem.

Girls, intent on having privacy, are only using the bathroom with a door. Long lines form causing the girls to be late for class.

Miss Pierce explains, "We were in hopes that this solution would solve our problem, but it obviously hasn't because lines still persist at the John that still has a door." Miss Pierce feels a definite change is necessary and is considering several options.

One is to add a door to one more stall, thus dividing the waiting line. Another is to have halve doors which would cover a person using the bathroom.

Miss Pierce would like to know the students' reactions to the' half doors before the expense of rehinging and cutting the old doors is undertaken.

We the Southwords staff, and Miss Pierce, encourage you to send a note with your comments, ideas, or suggestions to Miss Pierce in her locker room office, or to the Commentary Editor in V-106.

Students voice opinions on lounge^ WJVTTH Dear Editor:

Three years ago, the outdoor lounge was closed and for the past three years. Student Council has been working to get the lounge reopened.

Recently, Student Council passed a motion to reopen the outdoor lounge. The motion was then presented to the Executive Committee for approval. The motion was approved.

The lounge is going to be re-opened.

However, the motion places most of the responsibility of running and maintaining the lounge in the hands of the Student Body, If the lounge is misused or if students abuse this privilege, it will be closed.

The significance of the opening of the outdoor lounge is that the Administration is giving the Student Body a chance to prove itself. If the outdoor lounge is a success and the students show the Administration that they can handle this responsibility, the sudents may get more privileges in the future.

If the lounge is abused, the Administration will view the lounge failure as each of the student's responsibility and they will return to the

previous period.

Students should not blow this opportunity.

Each needs to help keep the lounge in order and help show the Administration students can be responsible. If the lounge is successful the future will only hold more benefits. If it fails, it will be many more years before we get our next chance. The ball is in the student's court.

Each one has to make the outdoor lounge suc'^^^

by Jay Nawrockl

Dear Editor As long-time participants on WMTH, we're really dispointed in this year's low interest level for WMTH staff.

The station has a lot to offer the interested student, and for the first time our turnout is less than enthusiastic. This can be at least partially attributed to the new eight-period day.

Since much of our success is dependent upon free periods, many students simply can't find the time anymore.

We find this situation to be especially sad, because WMTH has a lot to offer the school We, the Southwords staff, feel that many and the student.

Sincerely, students do not know or are not using their full student privileges. Students who have a WMTH Staff-Heads legitimate complaint or an opinion can have it printed in the paf)er. This is a good way of getting your point across, not only to other School to hold workshops students, but to the administration. We feel many students are not aware of this fact. So if Students will be dismissed at 11:49 for half' Jfou would like to say something, write a short day teacher workshops on the foUowina Tetter and drop it off in V-106. We do reserve gtes-November 6, February 24, and C r i the right to edit all letters.

Student letters accepted

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Principal views eight period day '

by Anne Sizoponlos Maine South students are once again on an eight period day schedule. The school opened on an eight period day in 1964, but increasing cnroUment raised the need for a longer day. Thus, a nine period day was accepted and has been used for the past 14 years. _ Dr. Clyde K. Watson, Maine South principal, states several reasons for tinning back. Declining enrollment was an important faaor in the decision. Another factor was that kids and their parents complained of having too many study halls. Also, athletes had to be taken out of ninth period classes to attend meets at other eight period day schools.

Tlie decision for an eight period day did not happen suddenly. Dr. Watson explains that he and the Administrative Council have been

discussing the idea for the past three years. The council would prepare an eight period schedule for each year. They could then see how many students could and could not be scheduled. Dr. Watson says, "A year ago, then our third year, with the exception of four people, we fch the eight period day would be satisfaaory and would still maintain our quality program."

Dr. Watson feels that there are the usual number of schedule conflicts. He states, "In analyzing the scheduling of students, the number of conflicts has not been as great as in the past. There have always been conflicts.

We still had trouble scheduling one-a-day accelerated and Advanced Placement classes in the ninth period schedule."

Dr. Watson concludes, "I'm interested in

' ^"^ Students view new schedule

by Anne Slnkponlos The eight period day is a frequent topic of discussion and debate among students and faculty. This week's Forum question is "What do you think of the eight period day?"

Beth Resch, '82, "It stinks because there's a lot of things I want to do, but can't because there s notime;my schedule's real tight, I have no studies because of the eight period schedule."

I Jeanne Buekely, '83. "Even though 1 get out carticr, the day seems longer."

Rcnec Celarek, '82, "I think its good that we got our eight period day, but it makes me mad that we juniors had to go through 2 yean of getting out at 3:40 and the freshman get iiCTe and get out right at 3."

Megan Meier, '82, "Overall, I guess it's gooa tor everyone, except for the juniors and some seniors that have waited for 2 years for ttit privilege of getting out earlier."

Jay Oaudreauh, '81, "It doesn't really afJ^.""^'jjut my sisters can't fit in what they v ^ t and my parents dislike it for the same reason.

Sue Powers, '82, "It doesn't give enough

quality and I would not like to see anything change in the high quality we akeady have."

Editor's Note: In suceeding issues, Southwords will explore other points of view on the eighth period day.

Hawkettes Nine girls were sent to participate, where they won four first place awards. Thefirstwas a Spirit Award on the first day for the best original highest overall in the routines learned at the camp. Sandy Dziekanski, '82, won the Most Outstanding Award with her performance out of roughly ISO girls.

Sandy Dziekanski, '81, won the Most Outstanding Award with her performance against roughly ISO girls.

Barron He is gone, yet his presence will remain impressed within the hearts of all who came in day-to-day contact with him. Like an echo of familiar laughter—laughter inspired by his jokes—Tom's presence will linger.

periods or allow for electives you want and the requirements needed for graduation."

Mr. Walter Fleshsig, teacher, "I don't approve of the new eight period day because of all the student's schedule conflicts."

Mr. Green, teacher, "I don't like it. I think it's bad for the students. I've heard cases where kids can't even get the classes they want because they aren't offered in enough periods; Editor in Chief Julie I there's just too little time."

Newi Editor ^ Laura Olion Fcacfauro Editor Cindy Loltmu Mr. Hunt, "I don't like it. It's cut down on Cominenttiy Editor. , . ^ AnneSiz the available classes that students used to be Spoiu Editor Katie Rdf , Karen Yatei able to make choices about. It was, also, Copy Editor Editor. , Scan Reilly originally designed to keep students in school Photo Photo Suff: Mirli Kadziela, Joe KrauM, Mike Vukovich. longer, and cut down on early dismissals and Cartoonift: Kerry Pakucko Reporten: Julie Bell, Laura Chaitian, Laura Coyne, Kathy DiCola, it's just not doing that."

Judy Huedopohl, Chris KovooU, John Matuiak, Mike Pauaneau, Lisa Whittman, '82, "I don't think it's as Renee Robbitu, Marya Sakowicz, Paul Sambonki, Carolyn Saunal, good as the nine period day because juniors Elaine Tlu. and seniors are not given the privilege of early dismissal like last year."

Maureen Barry, '81, "I don't like it because it doesn't leave enough time in the day. Classes

by Karen Yates are too long and juniors and seniors don't have The School Board of District 207 voted on the advantage of getting out early. Also, you monday, September 9, 4-3 to close Maine can't take all the classes you want."

North High School.

Maine North was closed, according to Dr. Oyde Wauon. principal of Maine South, because of declining enrollment in District 207. The financial situation of 207 has conPositive steps will be taken this year to curb tributed to the closure, too. ,.J^°^.^^^ ' ^ * " « source of growing "Also," continued Watson, "we are dirupconcern to Maine South. this on-going problem. Administrators, ting fewer families by closing North since teachos, parent groups, students and com»^!r"' '"*"*^ ** « harmless joke ten or Maine North has 1,377 students and Maine twclye years ago has developed into an cxpen- munity officials will be contacted for inputhas 2.770 students."

Miss Verginia Feurer, dean, said, "I would East North will be closed by September 1982. fp?„.v"" T " '°P ^ » " event which causes the like to see the seniors start a new trend of finre^r biUs"*^ *"°" °^ " ° ' ^ " clean-up and ding a constructive project to work on. rather The actual date will be decided on Oct. 6. The Board will then sell the school and try to and^OO*" '^'^"•"P <»« *** between $1600 than damaging public property. Each class has recover the building cost. a potential for creativity. I'd like to see the The fate of other Maine Township Schools u.Hi'i^'^"^*' ^°^ excessive damages or pw- creativity directed in a positive way." is undecided. Studeny population projections S ^ S m S ""• "^^^y^ increasedXn iL^e Mr. Clifford Adamo, dean, believes the of Maine Township are estimated in 1987 at f u X r f «. " '"unsupervised are». Student nwnbers at prank nights have incraued tacb prank night idea can be turned into a more 6.000 students.

When asked about the closing of Maine positive event by improving student and community understanding through "explanations North, Dr. Watson said, "I think it's and idea presented through Southword, aler- sad. Students become attached to a K i n o i i ^ ' '" »*»= f"fOf of 'he moment. ting parents through the press and such groups school. How would you feel if Maine South ^^^r^i 1'^^:° P-«««. buildings and as Hawk Booster. were closed?"

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Oiwell's predictions come tme???

by Renee Robbins They walk silently through the passages, parcels clutched tightly to their chests. They walk, through long corridors connected by steep stairwells, leading to numbered doors.

They have just arrived and are-as yet-too awed to be afraid. They will learn. It is destiny

because theirs is the number 1984.

Such an ominous introduction will frighten away many of the "Class of '84." Some will be insulted, some confused, but some may even smile when they see their life ablaze with George Orwell's predictions. Of course. Nineteen Eighty-four was not meant to describe the

Need directions? Asic a senior.

No, this is not the Incredible Hulk, but Class Clown of 84 . . . Who Knows?

Is this the auditorium? Q-14? S-3? IM-20?

frustrated life of a freshman, but the similarities are frightening: reality control is alive and well.

To discover the control of reality (or the reality of control) simply take a survey. Stop any blank-faced freshman making the morning rounds (you know who they are) and ask this question: "Do you believe every sound is overheard, and except in darkness, every moment scrutinized?" A resounding "Yes!" and a clasp of understanding will follow. Paranoia runs deep in the hallowed halls.

Paranoia results from the essence of the Thought Police. They exist only to enforce reality control, and they exist everywhere. That is why freshman—especially this "Class of '84"—always have that expression of quiet optimism. They know they are being watched.

The expression of optimism drops quickly, though, when confronted by a new terror: the in-class theme. The seconds tick by. Reality control falters. The body is conscious of nothing except the blankness of the page.

"How I Spent my Summer Vacation," he murmurs. All he must do is transfer the monologue inside his head to the paper. Easier said than done.

Suddenly, he is writing in sheer panic, imperfectly aware of the words on the page. The seconds tick by. The small, childish handwriting straggles across the page. Automation sets in, and he writes blindly. Reality control is re-established; his face, quietly optimistic.

And so, ultimately, George Orwell has commented on American youth, instead of the world at large. Reality control is booming in the halls of higher education. Thought Police are everywhere. And crowds of quietly optimistic faces have found their way into high school. Perhaps, by 2094, someone will predict photos by Sean Reliiy and Mark Kadziela

'Preppie' look sets trend at South

by Judy Huedepohl Have you ever noticed how everyone wears their new clothes the first week of school? By the end of September, they all have blended together and the new clothes are now old. It's like watching Channel 32—all reruns.

"Everyone wears thier new school clothes the first week to impress everybody else," stated Barb Grant, '81. "Who cares?" replied another unidentified senior.

This year the "preppie" look is in. Topsiders, oxford-cloth shirts, cheeno pants— are all part of the trend. Gauchos, bell-bottoms, and tunic tops, popular several years, have left the scene. So all you freshmen out there, beware of the Maine South dress code. Don't be caught walking down the halls wearing platform shoes, polyester pantsuits or glittery disco blouses.

When asking Laura Lalkin, '81, about this

year's fashions, she said,"The 'preppie' look is definitely in. Classic clothes have and always will be in. Things like Shetland wool sweaters, navy blue blazers and such never go out of style. However, I wouldn't tell everyone to go out and buy all new clothes because the styles change so quickly that by the time you have one wardrobe aU set, a whole new line of clothes comes out."

Speaking of changing fashions, do you remember about two years ago when designer jeans were few-and-far between? It was only the elite that owned a pair. They used to be very popular and they still are, but not to the extent that they were a few years ago. So many people have them now that no one even notices anymore. The general feeling around Maine South nowadays about Gloria Vandcrbilt, Calvin Klein, Bon Jour, and the rest seems tar be uninterested; Nobody cares if your derriere has savoir-faire.

I didn't forget any books today.

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Clubs provide opportunities: Get involved

by Chris Kowols A wide variety of clubs and school-related activities are available for the interested student at Maine South. But too many of us refuse to take an active part and are the real K " i ^^^ rewards of participation in any school club provides insight not likely to be gained otherwise. In addition, making new inends is a part of the club environment.

For the athletically inclined, intramurals are the answer especially for those who do not nave time for the rigid schedules that go with panicipation in varsity sports. There are intramurals m badminton, volleyball, gymr,ff.u ,', '^^'?C'ng. jogging, basketball, track, soitball, swimming, and many more.

Are you a fantasy fanatic in the Hobbit tradition? Dungeons and Dragons is the continuing game, and a reasonably new addition to one of the game-oriented clubs. Strategy and lactics club instills a quick mind through action m war games. Chess Club provides ample cnallenge in an intellectual environment.

P i-j^Suagc clubs, which include German, r..fJ .' ^ Spanish, bring distinct cultures to «7^f" ?• ^^'^ "sually hold parties, banquets, or picmcs to celebrate in an unique way. th/«^^ "vic-minded student will find the an[?,'°P°'°8y club. History Club, or Ecology Club to aid the local community.

If you still have some time left, the Art Club, Backstage Crews, Business Club, and Pep Club should give you plenty to do. Everything is just starting up so why don't you give them a Senior Roger Qundersen receiving Freshman Orientation? try?

Action Ridge reviews f/ie 'Blues'

by Karen Yates If you were in Park Ridge seven months ago, you probably knew about the filming of The Blues Brothers near South Park.

The movie, which starred John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. was partially shot in Park Ridge. Critics both liked and disliked the film.

At Maine South people have their own views.

Paul Norden, '82, thought "it was the best movie of the summer," while Terri Heim, '83 stated, "I didn't like it, I expected more from it."

One unnamed teacher said The Blues Brothers was "stupid" and walked out in the middle of the movie. Chris Tsohas, '82, declared, "I really liked it. I'm glad they're filming movies around here for a change."

"I thought it was great that they filmed in Park Ridge because when 1 was in Missouri, I saw The Blues Brothers with some people from down there and I could tell them, 'There's my hometown!'" stated Linda Swanson, '81.

Many people stayed out late at night to watch the production of the 28 million dollar movie. One of the spectators, Rick Stephanie, '82, said, "As I watched the shooting, I met many extras. It was great to see them popping up in the movie."

The house of Laurie Walters, '82, was featured in the movie when the Blues Brothers were stopped in front of her house by state police.

"I stayed up until 4 a.m. watching the filming from across the street. We weren't allowed inside our house because our shadows would have been seen in the windows. A huge light was put in each of our front windows to make it seem brighter on film. I got to meet John Belushi, and he gave me an autograph and a kiss. I thought the movie was really good," Walters stated.

The Blues Brothers, which opened at the beginning of summer, can still be found in several neighboring theatres.

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East introduced to West at South

by Marya Sakowicz Joining this year's senior class is Shigeru Toda, 17, of Japan. Hosted by the Stacheleks (Rich '81, Jeff '82), Shij-^eru arrived in Park Ridge last July.

Shigeru was forced lo leave behind his father, mother, and brother. His father is the director of a sea development plant and is presently living in Tokyo while his mother and brother are living in his home town Kahihara in the prefecture (state) of Nara.

His mother stays home and knits "mostly just for the family," but also for a clothing shop when asked. Shigeru believes that his mother has made a "very good skill of knitting."

His only brother is one year younger and in the tenth grade of the same school that Shigeru attends.

Last September in Kashihara, Shigeru began preliminary examinations set by AFS which included discussions and a talent show. It was not until April that he was informed that he would be coming to America. Shigeru greeted this news with excitement and spent 25 days in Los Angeles 2 years ago on another exchange program, he had hoped that his next trip to the U.S. would take him to the other side of the Rockies for variety.

After a 14 hour flight, Shigeru briefly settled in with the Stacheleks and then headed for Washington, D.C. by car the next day. Shigeru said that D.C. struck him as being a "very interesting place" with "all the buildings in one area."

From there, he drove to South Carolina, Georgia, and back to Park Ridge. He also visited Lincoln's house and tomb in our state capital and the Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium in downtown Chicago.

He was impressed by our city's skyscrapers, much taller than the 20 to 30 story buildings back home, and by the "very beautiful" Chicago skyline. In his town at home, however, there are many ancient buildings, including the tombs of emperors and the Shinto Shrine.

Chicago's summer was coo! for him, unlike the more humid 100 degree weather in Japan.

He may, though, require some adjusting to our winter because it only snows "two or three times per winter" at home.

At Maine South Shigeru is enrolled in Government/Democracy Ace, Concert Choir, U.S. History Ace, Satire and Humor Semester 1 and Writing for Readers Semester 2 and

minute break, and after four classes, 50 minutes are allowed for lunch and recreational activities.

Shigeru believes that school is easier in Japan, that Maine South is "busy" compared to his own. After his first few classes here, he was already tired oijt. The school Shigeru attends is private, ranging from grades 7 to 12 and consisting of 700 students. Even though there are about 45 students per class, there is "close student/teacher contact" and they can "talk like friends," Students are less restricted and arc even allowed to enter the teachers' lounge.

There are not many reading assignments or term papers due. Grades are, for the most part, attained through two main tests each trimester. These tests take approximately four or five days and Shigeru studies "really hard for them," usually "two weeks for each examination." thinks all of his "teachers are very good."

Shigeru showed his proficiency in math Even after almost 4'A years of English, he when was selected to travel overseas to finds his classes difficult at the moment Korea he four years ago from a special math because, in Japan, they offer mainly English school he attends. If he can find the time, he reading and writing classes and relatively few like to, perhaps, become a member of courses in conversational English. Also, would teachers lecture most of the period and there is Mathletes.

Shigeru began to sing in his required music little opportunity for discussion. Shigeru likes classes here at South because he has more of a class in Japan, and has continued it here at chance to voice his opinion, which he hopes he South in Concert Choir. He also plays the will do more of after perfecting his English. guitar.

In his spare time, Shigeru spends much time Classes begin in April in Japan and the year writing original pieces on personal experiences, is divided into trimesters. When he left in July, social or political problems, or book or movie he had just completed his first trimester of his reviews. He aJready written a short story 1 Lh year. The classes go from 8:30 till 3 and for which hehas won a prize and a book, 146 are 50 minutes in length during the summer; pages in Japanese. however, they are shortened to 45 minutes in Besides that, he writes for and publishes a the winter to accomodate the shortened hours, monthly magazine for school which varies in 9 to 3. All classes are required, even music. content from history articles to comics. Even The teacher travels from class to class while while in America, he will be sending home the students remain in the same home room, monthly stories which he hopes will increase even for lunch. After every class, there is a 10 the sale of the magazine.

It he can find time, Shigeru would very much like to join the staff of Southwords.

As for American food, Shigeru states that he

by Laura Coyne Math and Science Lab is being offered did not experience much of a culture shock periods 2, 4A, and 7 in C106. The Lab was because he is used to such places as discontinued last year because of a need for McDonald's, Dairy Queen, and Kentucky Fned Chicken at home. He has grown to love supervision from teachers.

It continued because concerned students American food, especially the BLT sandwich.

Looking into the future, Shigeru would made it clear that the help was worth while and needed. The teachers also requested it to be perhaps hke to study French or Russian continued. Mathematics department chairman Literature or International Relations in colMr. Joseph Elliot urges students to come for lege, though he is not sure yet. College entrance exams are very difficult and the all imhelp. portant basis for admission, even rankins above high school records.

All in all, Shigeru finds Americans "very frank and informal" when meeting strangers unlike the usual Japanese custom of "bowing gram will be given twice during the evening. to each other and saying formal sterotyped "An important component of good career words." Also, he is pleasantly surprised to find planning is college information that is current Park Ridge as quiet as it is despite its proximitv and accurate. Hopefully, students interested in to the airport. ' going on to college will take advantage of this He is very excited and optimistic about his excellent oppprtunity to obtain the latest information from institutions they are interested in stay here with the Stacheleks. Before he heads and also to explore new ones," commented for home next July, Shigeru hopes to do well in school, acquire many new friends, and see Mr. Kenneth Reese, Career Counselor.

Institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Purdue, some plays, musicals, and concerts downtown.

Indiana University, and the University of KanWelcome to Maine South, Shiaeru and * "' ^° sas, Oklahoma and Iowa will be in attendance. good luck this year!

Limited help offered

District College Night-Sept. 24

by Paul Sambroski College Night will be held at Maine South on Wed., Sept. 24, from 7â&#x20AC;&#x201D;9:30 p.m. in the cafeteria, gym, and the centers area of the school.

Representatives from more than 180 universities, colleges, community colleges, schools of nursing, and service academies will be present.

They will provide specific information relating to majors, costs, housing, financial aid and admission requirements regarding their specific institutions, A financial aid information pro-

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MS Kickefs to Trounce on Wildkits

by Cathy DiCola Tomorrow at 10 am, the Maine South varsity soccer team hopes to come up with a victory

against Lake Forest at Lake Forest.

The season outlook is exceptionally good this year. Varsity coach Jack Tilley reports, "I

expect to have a good season or perhaps a better season than last year; the team this year has a lot of depth."

Part of the depth will be provided by six returning lettermen: John Kenneally, Marty Leever, Mike Robinson, Erik Sator, Chip Stenholt, and Mickey Zdeblick. In addition, the team has gained new strength from its sophomore and juniors. Sophomore Dave Ansani will be an important part of the foward line, while juniors Nick Mitrovitch and Rick Smith, goalies, will provide the finishing touch to an already strong defense.

Ooss County off and Running Despite hot, sticky weather and swarms of mosquitos, the Maine South boy's cross country team is managing to keep pace.

Their next competition begins at 9:30 am toinorrow at the Elmwood Park Invitational.

At theirfirst meet of the season, the varsity lost to rremd 41-18, but was victorious over Rolling Meadows 24-31 (low score wins).

The Hawks finished fourth in conference last year, but they have just as good a chance ^ the other teams to be conference champs this year.

"There really isn't any strong, overpowering team this year," stated varsity coach John Kilcullen. "Deerfield, New Trier East, tvanston, and our own team will all be tighting for first place. We're really working hard to win this year."

Returning lettermen Tim Crowe and Eric Johnson will play a big part in the battle for conference, as well as other team members Jim ^emmler, Kurt Breihan, Pat Keevers, Cliff I'anczyk. and Al Tamburrino. Displaying superior running was sophomore Steve Gemmel, who was recently placed on the varsity squad. , . The sophomore team looks extremely well uiis season," commented frosh-soph coach William Drennan. The team outran both f^remd and Rolling Meadows 18-38 and 15-48, respectively.

J should have a successful season," stated sophomore Steve Gemmel. "Both the varsity and sophomore teams look very c^°"% Last year the same runners finished Tr^u '" conference as freshmen. Other sophomore runners include Kevin Kingston, Jj'an Lee, Glen Modica. and Mike Strout. Promising new runners on the freshman level are K^y e Dcnzel and Joe Lemersal. h- "*L8'''''s cross country team is fortunate to nave five returning runners: Cathy Barinek,

Maureen Barry, Gail Baldoni, Laurel Kasicki, and Heidi Thorsson. The team lost to Fremd 48-15 and to Rolling meadoes 38-18, but is optimistic towards future meets.

"Our toughest competition this year will be New Trier East, Evanston, and Niles West," commented Coach Kilcullen. "Hopefully we will place in the upper half of our conference."

Last season the girls placed third in district, just missing the chance to compete in state.

"We really have a lot of talent this year," stated Sue Brown, '81. "Our new freshmen have more running experience than seen in the past."

Added junior Gail Baldini, "We have a larger team this year—the interest in cross country seems to be growing."

Concentrating on placing their best foot forward, the cross country teams should have both a challenging and successful season.

Coach Tilley's optimism is echoed by his players. According to John Sasenick, "The team should do pretty well because a majority of us have played together for five years." Mickey Zdeblick agreed, saying that team spirit is high. He added that people should "come out and see for themselves what the team can do."

With two away games scheduled this week, the team will be able to put its skill to use. The Hawks are to play both Maine East and Waukegan West. If this year is, as Coach Tilley predicts, as successful as last, we are in for an exciting season.

Oolf&s shoot for a vktoiy TK I ^^ Mikt Passaneau ni.fi 1,- "^ South varsity golf team's frTn '^ ^^"^ promising with the return of fnn K '"P^'cnced lettermen. The team's finn 1 ^0"ipetition wil come from tradia^^Tv'^''"/*^''^"'^^ powerhouses New Trier East and Deerfield. l,.!S^f'"«"'"8 seniors include Mike Passaneau, o,,nH ^°^«^an. Paul Ellsworth, and Roger sinW -?"• °'*^" varsity members include Bre«u, "^ Kaczkowski and juniors Joe Panagakis. ^"^ Fagerstorm, and George seilk,'« a ^ ' l P^'^fonnances from both the Tta.m r^V^^ juniors, the Maine South golf maX.,?, produce sectional sectional and maybe even state qualifiers.

The 1980-81 varsity cheerleading squad Is prepared to cheer the Maine South Hawks on to victory. Top left to right: Colleen Sin Kim Dick; Dawn Malony. Middle, left to right: Kathy Zachary; JodI Chidester, captain; Jan Brown; Sue Brown; Lisanne Babicz, co-captaln. Front, center Dina DIBrlto. (photo by Sean Rellly

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September 19,1980

With a new season, Hawks only move is up byEtaiocTHe The Maine South varsity football team continues its season with tonight's game away at Evanston.

"We have to do better this year," says Coach Schmidt about his 1980 team. After last year's disappointing 1-8 season record, the Hawks feel that the only way they can go is up.

That may be tough, considering the Hawks are in the Central Suburban League North Division which includes Deerfield arid New Trier East, ranked one and two respectfully, by the Suburban Trib. Many of the Hawks feel that they are in the toughest conference in the state. Coach Shimidt may try not to worry about the compititon, but he does admit that there will be, "a battle every week but we'll be in that battle."

The Hawks will be up to the challenge of the new league because of more depth than last year. That depth will be from both returning seniors and some juniors, members of the tisam which won the sophomore conference title last year.

Those who will be m key positions to help the Hawks are Nels Engblom, a senior quaterback who is getting compitition from the heftiCT, though less experienced junior Pat Mur-

phy. Ruimingback Paul Nagle will be a steady, 175-pound player. Also, the Hawks have five experienced receivers—Gary McMeen, Bill Topel, Tom Gaskill, John Pegler, and Keith Spychala—returning this year.

In the defensive backfield, Tom Rossi, Scott Skoog, and Steve Spicer will have to prove there worth to the team because of strong juniors such as Jack Pankau and Chuck Burkley fighting for starting positions.

The Hawks are also fortunate to have Greg Tomrose in the tackle position. Last year, Greg was named as an Ail-Central Suburban League North honorable mention. Coach Schmidt thinks that Greg wil be an AllConference candidate again this year. With a good mixture of experience and new blood, Maine South should be able to do respecfully against the strong schools in its conference.

Of the Hawks conference games, Steve Spicer, '81,feels that, "Deerfield will be the toughest team to beet." Both he and Paul Hecker, '82, agree that the best part of the team is that they have, "worked hard and hope to complement each other."

If Maine South is able to forget last year and push ahead, the team should do well. The Hawks success depends on how well they play strong school support. The players and all the

coaches hope that everyone will come out and! cheer on the Hawks at both home and away games.

SCOREBOARD SOCCER Sept.

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12 (V)—MS 4 MW 2 12 (s)—MS 5 MW 0 12 (0—MS 11 MW 0

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13 (v)—4th in Arlington Invitational

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13 (v)^4th in NTE Tournament

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13 (V)—MS 7 MW 19 13 (s)—MS 8 MW 18 13 (f)—MS 6 MW 18

TENNIS VOLLEYBALL FOOTBALL

Swimmers Set The girHs swimmmg and diving team will continue splashing again today against Glenbrook North at 5 p.m. at home.

The outlook for this year's team is the same "Excellent," according to head coach Dawn Butler.

New additions to the varsity include Bert 4 Beckman, Lisa Burhardt, Karen Burghardt," Karen Jachimowski, and Joanna Keenan.

Nancy Buckley, Chris Christy, Tracy DeGrazia, Suzy Egan, Mary Hogan, Pam Lahart, Jill Larson, Beth Lunde, Mary Paul, Carrie Peterson, Beth Resch, Kelly Rubino, Irene Smolenski, Cindy Toczyl, Jenny Topel, and Genger Whalen are new members on the junior varsity.

Coach Dawn Buttler commented, "The team will be as or stronger than last year's.

One problem, however, is new Trier East: they're in our conference again this year and they're definately the team to beat."

"The diving team also looks strong," Coach Butler continued. "This will definitely be the best season for our divers. We have four varsity members: Janine Engel, Erin O'Connor, Julie Pence, and Robin Reichard.

Our goal is to send at least one of them to state championships ."

VB prepared to bump opponertt byJaUeBeO The Maine South volleyball team is preparing to take on Rockford East tomorrow at 2 pm at Maine South with both varsity and jv matches.

The Hawks placed third in the state tournament themselves last year and even after graduating seven players, are looking forward to another outstanding season this year.

"There's still the spirit of wiiming," com mented junior Kathy Bickler. "It was such an excellent feeling being downstate that we just want to do it again. Besides, there's less pressure since we lost a lot of people—we're not expected to do as well."

On the contrary, many players feel that this year's team will do more than just well. With veterans Kathy Bickler, Donna Drazkowski, Carolyn Peska, Margaret Quinn and Gretchen Stoltenberg to form the nucleus of the team, and Lynn Brownson, Marian Henley, Julie Langtim and sophomores Mary Quinn and Sue Rushford to add depth, the Hawks ^ould be toush "With new faces on varsity, this year will be a building year," stated Coach Saunders. "We really don't have any experience, but we do have enough talent to take conference and do well in the state series. It all depends on the seeding. If we get lucky in the seeding, we can go all the way."

Coach Saunders isn't the only volleyballer who has ideas of what a "building year" should be like; her players are equally confident. Asked about the team's chances for success, Donna Drazkowski simply replied, "We'll go downstate." Sue Rushford agrees and Kathy Bickler thinks the tram wiD better its third place finish of last year.

But how can a team that lost iu three top hitters along with four other outstanding seniors to do so well? "Our strengths this year will have to be in serving, serve reception and defense," replies Saunders, "and Maine South has always been strcig in those areas.

The freshman and J.V. teams, coached by Miss Clark, are also confident. Sophomore Debbie Kashul thinks J.V. "can win conA good gage of how well we'll do this season will be the New Trier East Tournament on September 12th and 13th. All the teams from the Central Suburban Conference will be there.* ' ference this year," and freshman Liz Seng predicts the frosh will go undefeated.

So if you're looking for just another mediocore building season, look elsewhere.

The Hawks are going to be tough.

Tennis women Ready to Swing The Maine South girls tennis team starts their competitive season by taking on Evanston at home on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 3:30 p.m.

Miss Joyce Albrecht, head coach, renuuked, "The team should have good strength all down the hne."

With the addition of new members Lisa Bujan, Margaret Hubner, Julie Loeffier, Gigi Otto, Paula Piepho, Liz Roch, Kari Siena, Donna Smith, and Laura Wellbank, as well as returning players, the (x>siiions left open by

last years seniors will be filled quite easily.

Competition varies and will be especially tough with schools such as New Trier East and Deerfield who both finished ahead of the Hawks last year.

The Arlington and Barrington Invitational which include some of the best players in thc^ state will provide definite challenges. m Assistant coach Bill Lange revealed, "^ star-studded senior line-up along with Carolyn Szumal to lead the Hawks will assure a winning, successful season."