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Vol. 22, No. 9
1984
souihu/ORd s Maine Township
Board names new Principal for South
"Maine South is an excellent school which has always enjoyed an excellent reputation," stated Dr. Thomas J. Cachur. Dr Cachur was High School South February 14, 1986 appointed to position as principal of South this past week at the Board's February meeting. Cachur has served as assistant principal possible alternatives to abuses. According to of staff at Mrs. Dranoff, last years first Project Snowball Maine West was "a tremendous success." Mrs. Pflederer since 1981 and added that it was "one of the few oppor- assistant printunities for kids from different schools to get cipal of together without competition." students at Last summer, a somewhat extended Opera- Maine North tion Snowball took place in central Illinois. from 1976 to This week-long program, Illinois Teen In- 1981. Before to stitute, dealt with many of the same aspects as coming Operation Snowball, but it included students District 207, fro mall over the state. According to senior Cachur worked Lyons Sue Szalczynski, this program was "well wor- at thwhile." She comments that "because the Township High variety of kids increased the variety of pro- School where Dr. Thomas Cachur blems increased. Drunk driving is even a bigger he was problem with teens in southern Illinois. The teacher, assistant dean, and dean of students. program was really interesting." He has a bachelor's degree in English from St. Joseph's College, Indiana; a master's degree in English from Loyola University; and a docValentine Messages torate in administration and supervision from Pat and Scott Life is a game;you must play Loyola. to win! It's fun teasing (yes teasing) you! But it's all fun in heart! You're really great Dr. Cachur brings with him a similar adfreshman! And Pat thanx for the dance at ministrative style to that which is displayed Beach Party! Love you Happy V-Day! Chris here at Maine South. The principalship here at K.K. The things you do... Maine South will change hands July I, 1986. Chaser: Hey, let's get GAR this weekend! At this time Mr. Robert Barker will be retiring. We welcome Dr. Cachur to Maine South. Herb
Snowball to help students cope Juniors were recently singled out for par ticipation in Maine Township's Operation Snowball program. Operation Snowball is a program designed to encourage students to deal with any problems they may have without drugs or alcohol. It does this by teaching students relational skills that they can use to deal with problems. The goal of Operation Snowball is for every student to lead a drug and alcohol free lifestyle. Students were chosen for participation in the program on the basis of their leadership ability. The students selected seem willing to go back to their schools and discuss the program. According to Mrs. Dranoff, Maine South Social Worker, these students are usually "well involoved," and "caring about others and their lives." Mrs. Pflederer added that these are the type of students who "exert a possitive influence." Operation Snowball is not a treatment program. It is based on the theory that positive thinking and behavior can spread from person to person, growing hke a "snowball." The main focus of Operation Snowball is the effect of alcohol and drug abuse on individuals, families, and the community. During the program, students learned about drug and alcohol misconceptions. Students also discussed their own personal attitudes and
Stars shine by the light of June Moon The Drama Department will present June Stevens; Lynne Neubert as Edna, an innocent Moon as this year's all-school play. The show small-town girl; Sara Cycholl, as Eileen, a will open on Thurs., Feb.20 and will run manipulative schemer; Steve Slaughter as Paul through Sat., Feb. 22 with all performances at Sears, an unsuccessful composer; and Kate 8PM. Thecost of tickets will be $2 for students Ranft as his nagging wife, Lucielle. Darren and $2.50 for adults and can be purchased at Bochat plays Maxie, and easy-going music arthe door. ranger; George Brant as Mr. Hart, the head of The play, written by Ring Lardner and a large publishing house; Pat Leahy as Benny, George S. Kaufman, is a comedy about a a pestering young song-writer; MeUnda Mcyoung, aspiring lyricist, Fred Stevens, who Cormick as Goldie, a secretary; Suzette moves to New York City and writes a hit Baekelandt as Miss Rixey; Dave Bleeden as number appropriately called June Moon. His Brainard; and John Velusis as the window problem is he is quickly engulfed in the fast hfe cleaner. of New York and finds himself in love with "It's different...hilarious. They'll like it... two women. We have a lot of good people..."stated Mr. The cast includes Mike Schweda as Fred Mark Bielak, director of this year's play. His student director, Julie Ewry adds, "A strong cast and strong directing plus a fantastic set are Steve Slaughter, Sara Cycholl, sure to make the all-school play a big success." and Kate Ranft practice a scene Jenine Smith is the cast's prompter and from this year's all school play, Mike Fox has been chosen as the stage June Moon. manager. Mike and his crew are working fast to make the set.