Vol. 23 No. 13
Maine Township High School South
May 15, 1987
souihwoRds Vietnam POW speaks to youth
Captain Eugene "Red" McDaniel talks to students about his experiences are a 6-year prisoner of war in North Vietnam.
On Wednesday, April 29, Captain Eugene "Red" McDaniel visited Maine South to speak to government students about his experiences as a 6-year prisoner of war in North Vietnam. Captain McDaniel was shot down over Hanoi, North Vietnam on May 19, 1%7 while on his 81st combat mission. He was held in a Communist prison until March 4,1973. One of the most brutally tortured prisoners of the Vietnam War, McDaniel is the author of Scars and Stripes, a book describing his experiences as a POW. Upon his arrival in the United States, McDaniel was decorated for bravery with the Navy Cross and other high awards. Captain McDaniel resumed active duty in the Navy until 1982, when he retired from service. In 1982, McDaniel founded both the American Defense Foundation and the American Defense Institute in order to inCTease public awaremess of the need for a strong national defense. These non-profit organizations are aimed at American youth for he believes that their extended knowledge of
defense is what will keep the United States strong in the future. Captain McDaniel speaks to various groups throughout the year, averaging about 150 presentations annually. "It's important that you get both sides of the issues," stated McDaniel, and he believes that, through its National Speakers Bureau, the ADF does, indeed, "give young people both sides of the issue." The ADF encompasses both sides of the political arena, being a bipartisan organization which is "working for a strong America." McDaniel commented that "National defense shoud be an ongoing commitment; the road to peace is to be strong militarily." In discussing his experiences as a POW, McDaniel declared that the element which helped him survive the ordeal was his faith that he would one day return to the United States. He simply took "one day at a time" and held tight to the belief that "in two months" he continued on pg 2
Spring fashion to be displayed by students The advanced clothing students at Maine South will present their 23rd Annual Fashion Show, Mystique, on Thursday, May 28, at 7:30 pm in the Clyde K. Watson Auditorium. The public is invited and admission is free. Mystique will show the latest hues from the palest pastels to jewel tones and traditional white, navy and black. Prints will also be popular ranging from animal prints and tropical looks to florals and geometries. The prcvaihng message of the show's models will be a swing to more feminine dressing. Dresses are highlighted with lace edging, tucks, bared shoulders and pouf skirts. Playwear will include rompers, bicycling
shorts and safari jackets. Outfits include styles by Ann Klein and Perry Ellis as well as original designs constructed by the student models. "Mystique is guaranteed to be an exciting presentation of this season's fashions," said Mrs. Ann Burger, sponsor. Advanced clothing III and IV students along with their sponsor and teacher, Mrs. Ann E. Burger, have organized the show. Commentators who will introduce the models are Heather Campbell '87, Julie Josefson '87, Gina Romano '87, and Anita Schwandt '87. Following the performance, dessert prepared by the advanced foods classes will be served in the cafeteria.
Publications announce editors
On Monday, April 27, the new editors for the 1987-88 publications were announced at the Quill and Scroll Banquet. Staffs were announced forSouthwords, Crttffiti, and Eyrie. Mr. Beatty, retiring sponsor of Southwards, appointed Meredith Brammeier and Maura Scott Editors-in-Chief of the school paper. Their editorial staff will include: Kavita Sabnani, News Editor; Katie O'Connor, SporU Editor; Melissa Thornley, Features Editor; Jay Pinto, Commentary Editor; Janelle Slaughter, Production Editor; and Jody McCormick, Photo Editor. Mr. T.R. Kerth will be replacing
Mr. Beatty as sponsor of Southwards beginning in the 1987-88 school year.
Mr. Beatty, who will be replaced by Mr. Mike Deines as sponsor of the Maine South aeative writing magazine Grciffiti, announced that Samantha Malten will be taking over the position of editor-in-chief. Her editoral staff will include: Tricia Callahan as Chief Judge; Christine Albright as Copy Editor; Steve Lalik as Art Editor; and Amy Smithe as Sales Manager. continued on pg 2
Maine South advanced clothing classes are holding their annual fashion show on May 28. Pictured are Erika Anton, Trlsha GilUck and Tracy Meuret who will model their own creations.
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News
May 15,1987
Accounting Team recognized • The Maine South Accounting Team, led by business teacher Mr. Robert Marra, traveled to Platteville, Wisconsin to compete in the 27th Annual Spring Seminar. Held April 23, at the University of Wisconsin, the competition gave rise to excellent performances by Scott Marienau, who finished in first place, and Bob Martell, who finished second, both in the Accounting II exam.
Written exams were given for Accounting I and II students, testing general knowledge regarding all that has been learned in the courses. The students were chosen by Mr. Marra to represent Maine South on the basis of points earned in class. Others who participated in the competition were Freida Kokosioulis from Accounting II, and Shan lovino, Lynn Byer and Donna Matz from Accounting I.
Participating in the seminar were sixty schools from Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa.
On Friday, May 1, ten accounting students represented Maine South at the 3rd Annual
Accounting Contest at Oakton Community College. This competition, unlike the previous one, involved mainly schools in the Maine South area including: Maine East, Maine West and New Trier. Last year Maine South did extremely well, placing first in the team and individual competition. This year's team took second place overall and three of the Maine South students were finalists including: Donna Matz, Robbie Ligamari, and Shari lovino. Shari also took third place in the individual competition.
Students awarded for excellent work The Maine South students who are awarded for the month of March are: English: William Bauer, Larry Falbe, Kristin Gableson, Eric Hibbeler, Andrea Kismartoni, Cynthia Koenig, Jennifer Kriesel, Lisa Masini, Christopher Nazuka, Jay Pinto, Tom Raish, and Paul Schermerhorn. Math: Erika Anton, Cheryl Bott, Peter Christian, Doug Hodapp, Graham NcNally, Maureen Sheehan, Christopher Stepp, and Kimberly Ulrich. Science: Jennifer Alexovich, Jennifer Bruen, Thomas Gawne, Christine Gnutek, Robert Harper, Lisa Lee, Daniel O'Neill,
News Briefs Junior Prom will be held on May 16 in the student cafeteria beginning at 8pm. Music Awards will be held in the Qyde K. Watson Auditorium on May 19 starting at 7:30 pm. No classes will be held on May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. On June 2 the Thespian Awards will be held in the Clyde K. Watson Auditorium beginning at 8 pm.
Senior News Briefs The Senior Class Picture will be taken on May 20 during first period. Please report to the cafeteria at the beginning of first period so that the picture can be taken as soon as possible. The Senior Honors Night program will be held on May 20 in the Clyde K. Watson Auditorium at 7:30 pm. Senior Prom will be held on May 22 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare. The reception starts at 7:00 pm, and dinner will be served at 8:00 pm. Senior Finals will be held on May 29 and June 1-3. Finals will be administered during regular class periods. The Senior Breakfast will take place on June 5, beginning at 8 am. Attendance is optional, but the Senior Superlatives will be announced.
Frank Sagmeister, Jill Sindt, Ken Remblake, Maria Todas, Ed Wiederer, and Thomas Zahr. Social Studies: Kelly Good, Steve Lalik, Liz Rodgers, Athanasia Vlahos, and Christopher Walton. Foreign Language: Kathleen Christensen, Michelle Donato, Ericka Johnson, Alexander Keenan, Shannon Lyons and Hallie Temple. Business: Cheryl Bertram, Kenneth Carlsen, Catherine Ciprian, Donna Kobylinski, Freida Kokosioulis, Kathy Lee, Todd Sigg, Jill Sindt, a:id Laura Zeman. Industrial Education: Michael Vetrovec, Charles Heuttinger, Scan Preston, Scott Gusloff, and Christopher Adamski. Home Economics: Karen Voorhees, Kelly
Shiriey, Patti McCarthy, Carrie Krefft, and Monica Cordero. P.E.-boys: William Jacobsen, Tyson Frenzel, Mike Nelson, Neil Kasicki, Steve Lindenmuth, and Joel Waltz. P.E.-girls: Michelle Rante, Anna Caithamer, Gina Romano, Lisa Hamel, Linda Gustafson, and Carolyn Seng. Art: Mira Park, Mary Hannah, Kristine Gableson, Timothy Sandrik, and John Bryjak. Driver Education: Tony Karnezia, Steve Bringas, and Lisa Apolinski. Health: Mazine Sinda, and Peter Delre. Music: Colette Pusczan and Jill Sindt. Speech/Drama: Mike Brosnan and Melissa Thornley.
Vietnam POW continued continued from pg 1 would be in America. This belief, he stated, is "the American way—believing things will be better tomorrow than they were today." To counteract the boredom that took hold during his captivity, McDaniel learned French, Spanish, German, and some Russian from his cellmates. In finally returning to the U.S., McDaniel said, the culture shock of high prices and other changes affected him and other POWs. "We lived in a vacuum for six years," he explained. He went on to say that one of the most difficult tasks upon arriving home was decision
making, as no major decisions had to be made in the prison camp. "It took me months to decide what kind of toothpaste to use," he stated. McDaniel went on to say that he is "absolutely convinced" that large numbers of Americans are still being held in captivity, particularly in Laos. Of his experience in Vietnam, McDaniel stated, "It took that experience to really appreciate freedom." Referring to a sign he saw in a college which stated, "Nothing is worth dying for," he responded by declaring, "If it isn't worth dying for, it isn't worth living for,"
MS Choral Concert to be held The Spring Choral Concert is an annual event here at Maine South. This year it will be held on May 15 at 8 pm in the Clyde K. Watson Auditorium.
Many people have put hard work into preparing this concert and for this reason it should be a great success.
In this year's concert all vocal groups will be performing including: Boys' Ensemble, Girls' Chorus, Girls' Glee and Concert Choir.
Editor-in-chiefs
Some of the selections to be sung by the Concert Choir: Praise to the Lord. Walk Softly, Trumpets Sound Forth, Day of Joy and Celebration. Londonderry Air. and It's Happened to Me.
continued from pg 1 The 1987-88 yearbook, Eyrie, staff was named by sponsor Mrs. Carol Constantine. Amanda Steele will be assuming the position of Editor-in-Chief. Julie Pfaff will be taking the place of Copy Editor.
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Looking Arouna
I'm outta here: it's your turn now!
Hey, how ya doin? Well, I'm almost out of this fine learning institution, so I thought I'd share with the juniors and underclassmen what you guys have to look forward to next year. Fashion—ahh, the word that sends chills through any image conscious Maine Southian. Ever changing, ever expensive, fashion is the number one cause of stress for one third of the teenage population. Predicting the next fashion is always interesting. A little while ago, I saw a certain Hawkette wearing cowboy boots. I jokingly predicted that cowboy dress would be the next fashion craze. Faster than you can say Roy Rogers, the females of Maine South began wearing cowgirl pants, shirts, and boots. So, think carefully, you junior Hawkettes! Next year ^OM too may be able to decide the future of hundreds of women. Don't take this responsibility lightly. The fashion fate of Maine South is in your hands. 2. Indoor Classes—No matter how much the student body begs, it seems the possibility of having classes outdoors will never be realized. You know, it takes a lot of concentration ^ ^ to maintain interest in school this late in the 1^1 year with nice weather outside. In the words of " ^ ^ Chris Pohlson, it's "sheer mopery." I'd say if for just one period a day the student body wOuld go outside, breathe the air, look at the beautiful trees, and spit in the school pond and watch the fish from Hell come to suck it up, we'd be satisfied.
3. Drab Janitor Uniforms—Sure, the made some attempt at renovating the dull, boring green janitor uniforms by replacing them with dull, boring blue janitor uniforms, but I still think they could go one step further. Instead of having the janitors stand out in the CTOwd because they look so boring, why not have them stand out because they look more flashy than everybody else? I'm thinking along the lines of Elton John here—some nice silver glittery jackets could look absolutely stunning on Dennis Wille or any of our fine janitorial staff. Or how about a big, red " J " on their chests? Then again, maybe all they need to do is to wear cowboy hats. 4.Screwed-Up Parking Policies—This is what really sticks in my craw. First off, we have to pay for a parking sticker to park at a school that our parents are already paying for us to attend. This ultimatum leaves us with tliree options: a.) Buy the sticker and spend seventy-five cents that could have gone into our college savings fund, b.) Park on a side street and risk being late, or c.) Not buy a sticker and laugh all the way to the bank. Now, most people choose selection " c , " and yet the school doesn't enforce their "law" enough to get those who don't buy the stickers in trouble. Which means the school must realize they are pushing it and are satisfied with the little they can rake in and leave it at that. And another thing—how come the teachers can (and do)
park in the A-wing lot and we can't park in the teachers' lot? Because at least twenty-five teachers park in our lot, taking all the good spots, the near-late atudent is forced to park out in the boondocks (or create a space) and run all the way to homeroom. But if we park in the teachers' lot, we get five detentions. Hypocrisy, thy name is Maine South. 5. The Guys' Locker Room—Apparently because girls are dainty little things, they get clean locker rooms and a juice machine. But because we guys are macho, our locker room can have food strewn all over the floor and smell like decomposing cats. Although I have to admit, some students have learned how to conserve space by creating dual purpose trash disposal drinking fountains and trash disposal/urinals. And how about that spit? Oh, couldn't live without it. Spit on the floor, spit in your locker, spit on your socks, spit on your books, spit on your shoes. I've seen banana peels (that fell out of the drinking fountain when it overflowed from too much spit) float down the gym halls on a river of spit. Give it up. As I said earlier, this is my last year, so it's up to you guys to make the changes around here. This is the only high school you're ever going to be a student in (at least most of you—thanks, Tom), so don't just sit and watch the wheels go round. Hey, I'm outta here. Have a great time next year and be sure to get those spurs sharpened.
in Case We Survive
Famous last words of graduates "I pity incoming freshmen." Kris Nugent "Long live Gamma Alpha Kappa." Mike Yadgar "Do you ever feel like a fingerpainting in the art museum of life?" Melinda McCormick "My pen is blew." Paul KltcheU "I don't want to overexpose myself." George Brant "Smile, or stand on your head and frown." Deniae Renaghan "Men are basically scum." Pam Skafidas and Chris Riedel "Rog, what are you doing?" Darren Bocbat "Nothing." Roger Smith "Let's party." Katie Lee ^ "Live life day by day." Jeanhee Choi ^ ^ "It would be a pleasure to burn." Tony Slnda "He's hot, he's happening...Nixon '88" Josh Lenzlnl and Jim Larson "Women can survive without men...women, not girls." Chrissy CosdonI
"Where have I been all my Ufe?" Mike Kusibab "Don't worry about clothes, images, or wealth. Be content with who you are and live. Just be yourself." Jen Hoff "Mike, the earth creature has stolen the space modulator!" Tim Dietlin "I'm hot." Pete Murges "There are no words to equal this gesture." Molly Nelson "The pleasure was all yours." Tyson Frenzel "Adios. Au revoir. Catch you later. Ciao. Goodbye." Meg Parson "Superman kicked me out of study hall!" Mike Patano "Most girls have mustaches." Matt Schnur "It really wasn't that bad..." Jim Bavaro "I'm glad I'm leaving before my brother gets here." Jen Roames "Beware of men who enjoy sewing, and don't eat yellow snow." Mike Brosnan "Solid as a rock!" Joel Waltz
"I don't wear underwear, so most women find me fascinating." Dave Schafer "Everybody does it..." Frank Sagmelster "I'm off like a dirty shirt!" Andrea DeFotis "Who was Horace Greeley." Barb Hansen "Most men have smelly feet." Nadia AccettuUi "Novel ideas come to those who wait." Beth Maloney As for me-hmmm. I've learned a lot at this school, and my most Important lessons have come from outside the classroom. There are a k>t of seniors here at Maine South, and they all have something to contribute—Jen Hof f's sarcasm, Jim Swanson's good looks, Ann Heurich's talent, Kim Grichnlk's philosophy, Mike Kotowsky's Intelligence, Katie Lee's smile, and so much more. We may not have been the biggest, the smartest, the most anything—but we did okay. Damn good Job, Class of '87. Good Luck.
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Features
May 15,1987
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Maine South salutes those who «e«ve and clean up after us Joann Mack, Lydia Parent!, and Joan Guercio: Cafeteria Ladies Cafeteria Ladies:Joann Mack, Lydia Parenti, and Joan Guercio Wiiat are your favorite pizza toppings? Joann:pepperoni Lydia:everything Joan:mushrooms What would be your ultimate revenge against Maine South students? Joann:Sticking gum in their soda Lydia:Stick gum on them! Joan:Nothing, I like the kids.
Cafeteria ladies Custodians filch ForslnskI Joan Guercio
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If you could change one thing about Maine South, what would it be? Joann and LydiarStricter dress code Joan: air-conditioned lunch lines
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Bill Hern Plumber If you were a car, what kind would you be? CadiUac
Who is your favorite performer? Joann:Mick Jagger Lydia: Engelbert Humperdink Joan:Frank Sinatra
What is your favorite pizza topping? Sausage and onion. What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Chocolate
What is your favorite T.V. show? Joann:Nature programs Lydia: Political debates Joan:///// Street Blues
Who is your personal hero? The Lone Ranger
What is your favorite movie? Joann and Lydia:Go/ie With the Wind Joan.Terms of Endearment
If there was one thing you could change about Maine South, what would it be? I would stop kids from chewing tabacco!
Up Close And Personal
If you could change anything about you, what would it be? Joann:my weight Lydia:my age Joan:jobs If Krystal and Alexis got into a fight, Who would win? Lydia:Krystal, of course. If you were a car, what type would you be? Joann:A brand new Eldorado Lydia:A Mercedes Benz Joan:A Chevy Monte Carlo
What's your sign? Lydia: Cancer Joann: DoUarSSS Joan: Libra What is your favorite part of your Job? Lydia:Being with people Joann: Lunch and Break Joan:Going home
What's your favorite flavor of Jello? Joann and Lydia: Strawberry Joan:Peach A perfect evening would include...? Lydia: Dinner with close friends Joann:Dinner and dancing Joan:A romantic candlelight dinner What is the most purchased food in the cafeteria? AlhChocolate Chip Cookies! What is the grossest thing in line? All:We don't make it, we only sell itill
Maine South has always been blessed with helpful and friendly custodial and cafeteria employees. But often times, when we are hurrying through the lunch lines in order to have more than ten minutes to eat, we don't notice the friendly face or the personality of the cafeteria ladies. This is also the case with our maintenance employees. When we throw a paper into the garbage can, or carelessly toss a gum wrapper on the floor, how many people really consider the men who clean it up? I" fact, our school could not run smoothly without these people. The friendly maintenance men spend hours each day cleaning up after some extremely messy people here at Maine South. Of course there are many students and faculty men^''' who take the time to show their apprec- -*" toward Mr. Yoshioka and his staff, but there are also those who go out of their way to tnaK the job even more difficult. These employ*'
clean each room and the hallways during both daytime and later shifts, most of them Uking time out to talk to both students and faculty. The cafeteria ladies are talented cashiers and specialize in changing money quickly in order to allow students more time to eat. Many of these ladies keep posters from shows here at South, such as the spring musical, up on the wall above their cash registers. They are friendv. and many of them try to get to know ^udents by name. The cafeteria ladies are ex«mely helpful by running from line to line "^ng to find certain types of sandwiches or other food items for the kids in their line. But who really knows what lurks behind the ^ a n uniforms of these men and women? withwords has taken the opportunity to meet - few of these people up close, and to try to d^I-!!' *eir true personalities, their likes and ™slikes, and even their ultimate revenge on the students of Maine Sout^. Watch out!
If Superman and Batman were in a fight, who would win? Superman, of course. Who is your favorite performer? Perry Como What do you consider the best part of your job? I get to do a little bit of everything. Please fill in the blank-I hope I never have to. crawl down in the sewer! What would be your ultimate revenge on the kids of Maine South? To take all the cigarette butts out of bathrooms and shove them in the kid's pockets. What was the last good movie you saw? Tara Tara (old Japanese war movie) I stay home to watch... A good western. I wish I could stop... smoking.
1p Rich Forsinsl(i: Custodian What would you like to do, if you weren't worldng at Maine South? I would be a mountain man in the wilderness to get away from people. Who do you most admire? I admire my wife. Who is your favorite cartoon character? Mighty Mouse! What is your favorite movie? Deerhunter Who are your favorite actor and actress? Robert Redford and Meryl Streep What is your greatest pet peeve? Kids who spit chewing tabacco When was the happiest day of your life? When we were up in Maine in 85', the ocean was very beautiful and everything was so peaceful. Who has most influenced your life? My wife, because she has always stuck by me. What is your favorite color and why? Blue, because it brings out the color in my eyes. What Is your favorite form of entertainment? I like Las Vegas type fun!
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Commentary
May 15,1987
The Other Side
Special lady enhances education _ CM^ i^ y ^ - ^ _
Dr. Philip Loveall is the English Department Chairman at Maine South. This is the time of year for graduation, awards, and honors. I would like to recognize a lady from Maine South who has already graduated, but I am not sure she has received the honor and recognition she deserves. She has been identified with Maine South for many years; in fact, her four children graduated from here a few years ago. Of whom do I speak? See if you can guess. She stands about five feet tall, dresses impeccably, and can be a strict taskmaster or a sympathetic advisor as the situation demands. Need another clue? You will seldom see her without a book in her hands, usually one with 700 or 800 pages. She completes about one book a week of this length, usually historicalfiction,and often has two or three others in process. No name comes to mind? On some days you may be surprised to have her as your teacher in math, English, and even home economics. The following day she may be in your biology or Spanish class. Still don't know? She has taught summer school classes in study skills, a class for SAT preparation, and a class for ACT preparation. By now I'm sure that you know her. If you don't, you must have just enrolled at Maine South. Of course our mystery lady is none other than Nfc. Helen Dimperio, one of Maine South's perma-
nent substitutes. Mrs. Dimperio is far more than ttiat to Maine South, however. She is a true professional in every way. Perhaps you can remember some of your experiences with her. Maybe she came into your class one day, insisted that you do the work that your regular teacher had assigned, and had the nerve to send you to the selfassessment room when you wouldn't behave. How could she be so "mean" to spoil your fun? Maybe you remember her horn the extra help she gave you with an English assignment during one of your free periods when she could have been catching her breath before her next class. Maybe you remember her as one of the people who always saw the best in you when others couldn't see it and made you feel confident that you could learn and that you were somebody important. Maybe you remember her genuine excitement when you made an important contribution to the class. I can think of few assignments that would be as challenging as being a substitute teacher. Put jourself in her shoes for a mcsnent. Very ofteaMrs. Dimperio does not know who she will "be" until she arrives at school in the morning. She must often gather up the lesson plans and materials, get to homeroom, and prepare for several different assignments with very little lead time. Very often she takes more that one teacher's classes, hence the reason you may have her for your teadier more than once during the same day. She may be cook-
ing in a foods class in the morning and discussing William Wordsworth in the afternoon. Think how difficult it would be to meet different classes each day, expecially those classes with students who are doing everything they can to undermine the day's lesson. It takes a special kind of person to handle situations like this so gracefully and still maintain such a positive outlook toward young adults. , Mrs. Dimperio is such a special lady. She not only has given of herself to the students of Maine South, but also has come to the rescue of the staff when an emergency has arisen. She is never too busy to listen or to help. We all know people who will do something only if they are certain that they will get paid or will receive public recognition for it. Mrs. Dimperio is the kind of person who works quietly behind the scenes, without fanfare, doing her many acts of kindness without any thought of "payment." In a world where we see so many people operating from purely selfish interests, we are fortunate, indeed, to have someone like Mn. Din^jerio among us. We can all learnfiromher example. She is a living model of what an educated person should be: curious, well-read, and deeply caring. A lifetong learner herself, she places such a high value on education that she hates to see it wasted. So the next time Mrs. Dimperio comes in to take your dass, be smart enough to recognize what she has to offer you—even if it's a pass to self-assessment
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Editor questions botli sides of issue On April 29, Captain Eugene "Red" McDaniel spoke to a group of Maine South students about his experiences as a POW in North Vietnam and the American Defense Foundation, which he founded a few years ago. McDaniel said that the Foundation sends speakers to young people around the country in order to give them "both sides of the issue." A brochure issued by the ADF and the American Defense Institute states that both organizations were created for the Americans who "are simply uninformed about the issues which will determine national security and world peace for generations." This is a noble enterprise, and one which perhaps is necessary in the United States. However, if Captain McDanicl's presentation exemplifies the type of information that is supplied by the ADF, the Foundation may very well not be carrying out its supposed intentions. For, looking back at Captain McDaniel's speech, his message was at best very vague. He said he wanted to give us both sides of the issue and let us decide which side we agreed with. But what, in fact, was "the issue?" Vietnam? National Defense? Communism? It did not
seem very clear to me what issue we were being informed about, and I still am not sure. And, if any of these topics could be pinpointed as the issue, then did the Maine South students actually hear both sides of this issue? In regard to defense, McDaniel declared, "The road to peace is to be strong militarily." He also stated his belief that "If it isn't worth dying for, it isn't worth living for." But he never even mentioned the other side of the "issue," which might ask the question, "Is it worth destroying the world for?" If the ADF was truly interested in revealing both sides of the issue to the American citizen, I would think it would have to ask this question in addition to Captain McDaniel's. I am in no way trying to belittle McDaniel's beliefs; I am merely questioning his contention that he is giving a two-sided view of the issues concerned. It would be quite difficult for any person who had undergone the experiences that McDaniel has to present anything but a slanted view of the situation, no matter how he jrofesses to "give young people both sides of the issue." McDaniel ended his speech with the statement, "To live free is a responsibility we all
share; to die free is an obligation." But I believe another obligation we as "the future leaders of America" have is to learn how to distinguish between the truly unbiased information offered to us and the information which is opinionated and should, therefore, be "taken with a grain of salt." Meredith Brammeier Commentary Editor Southwards Is accepting appilcants for next year's staff members. Students Interested In positions as reporters, writers, photographers, cartoonists, or typists should either apply In the Southwards office, room V-130, or contact Mr. Tom Kerth. Contributions for the third Issue of Qrattltl are now being accepted. Entries can be turned In In the book store or room V-130.
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Sports/Commentary
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Hawk sof tbaU team to endfineseason
On Fri., Apr. 24, the Hawk Varsity Softball team faced the New Trier Trevians at home. The Hawks played an extremely tough game, yet the Trevians, backed by All-State pitcher Maggie Moline, were simply too strong. Moline gave up only two hits, by Jen Richter and Cathy Ciprian, and no walks. Although the Trevians connected for only seven hits off pitcher Beth Carroll, the Hawks were defeated 7-0. The Hawks came back on Sat., Apr. 25, however, as they beat Barrington in two games of the doubleheader by scores of 4-0 and 10-0 In the first game, Carroll and Susie Kashul split the pitching duties, and Barrington
managed a mere four hits. The Hawks began the scoring in the first inning with one run, and scored another in the second off a double by Jen Richter and a single from Kathy Lekan. A stolen base by Karen Walker, and singles by Beth Carroll, Kathy Restivo, and Susie Kashul combined for the final two runs. The second game was even stronger than the first, as the Hawks obtained 13 hits for 10 runs. Kathy Restivo played an outstanding offensive game, CEU'ning thre hits, including one triple. Currently, Restivo is 7-for-12 on the varsity level. Karen Walker, Cathy Ciprian, and Cheryl Roma all connected for two hits each.
In the second inning, Ciprian and Restivo singled, Richter doubled, and the Hawks began their scoring streak with two runs. Pitchers Kari Gustafson and Meg Lobitz combined for the shutout, both playing an excellent defensive game. Kathy Christiansen, Trina Ciezykowski, and Traci Minor all strengthened the Hawk infield defense throughout the day. The Hawks then hosted Evanston on Apr. 30, and won by a score of 9-7. Susie Kashul and Beth Carroll combined for the Hawks victory. Tonight, the Hawks will face the Glenbrook North Spartans at home at 4:30 pm.
Juke Box Fury'
Wreaking havoc and playing safe Gosh. It's the middle of May. In addition to prank goes too far, and why have them if they realizing how little time there is left to this are a worry to all involved? In my opinion, a prank is a joke played in school year, I have decided to research a topic that usually remains hidden. That topic is jest. It should not be dangerous or illegal. It Senior Pranks. To begin my investigation of should not harm those involved. A prank the school policy pertaining to Senior Pranks, should be meant to lift some spirits and I made an appointment to visit with Dr. perhaps put a smile on the face of a straightlaced administration. A prank can laugh at the Cachur. As I entered his office, a million questions unacceptable sides of life. fled my mind. Sure, I have interviewwi people When my father was a senior in high school, before. But as I sat across from Dr. Cachur in he and his classmates left an outhouse on the search of some serious matter from which to front lawn of the school. The administration derive an interesting column, I knew I'd had them remove it shortly after. chosen the wrong topic. Mr. Drennan, Mrs. Dimperio, and Mr. Although Dr. Cachur kindly answered all of Adamo didn't have Senior Pranks at their the sordid, obscure questions I threw at him, I schools. Various other teachers at South confound no precise ruling on Senior Pranks. The policy pertaining to them is obscure, almost fess to doing the usual: skipping school and non-existent. Here is what I gathered: Senior going to the dunes, or any other place for a Pranks can lead to violent nuisances, often picnic. JodL lose their Senior privileges because a Mr. Pellettieri got caught in one of his ven-
'^cmmji 'AM^i^hf~ tures to acquire a day of fun in lieu of classes. He and a friend tried calling each other in and typically, the man on the other end of the line recognized their voices. At Maine South a few years back, some seniors filled the pond with red and white beach balls. It was fun to look at and no one was injured. On the other hand, one year the seniors took spray paint and really did some damage to South, costing several thousand dollars to remove. In researching for this article, I have learned that there is a big difference between a funny harmless prank and one that is destructive in one way or another. There is a constant fear that someone will vandalize the school or injure a fellow classmate while attempting a prank. As with all things to come, we will just have to wait and see what happens. So, diverging from the subject at hand, I'd like to wish everyone a swell Prom experience. JinkjSjj^^^^^^__^^^__^___^^___^
Mixed Reviews
Would Confucius agree? Yep, yep, yep I had a run-in with the deans a while back. I got mad about it and wrote a satirical and cutting editorial which could not be printed because it ridiculed the deans. So I took a deep breath and said, hey. Then I thought, I have a couple of options here: A. I can cut out the offensive sentences which suggest that the deans' office would be more effective if the deans were replaced by computers; B. I could bang my head against the administrative wall and hope for change; or C. I could simply let it go and take to heart the fact that I only had a few more months to deal with it. I was morally opposed to A because I hate wshy-washy editorials. B was an okay choice because there was a possibility of success. But men, was I willing to put out the time and energy and accept the emotional hassle? The
answer was no. I didn't care enough about this particular incident to bother. So I chose C and said to myself (real surprised like), "Kim, you're going with the flow and flowing where it's going. Now, couldn't that be a bad thing?" And myself says to me, "Well, I think that depends entirely on the situation at hand. Let's take some examples here. Now, if your friends wereflowingoff a cliff without parachutes, for instance, I think it would be best if you were flowing to a different dnun machine, if you know what I mean. But say your friends were flowing over to, say, 31 flavors to eat hot fudge sundaes. Then, flowing along might not be a bad thing at all. Especially if they're generous with the whipped cream." So I says to myself, "That's all very well and good, but what if I don't like sundaes?"
And myself says to me, "Well, then order a cone." Which I think is pretty good advice. The point of this article is that if you are upset enough by an issue of any kind to take a stand, then accept the responsibility and fight for what you believe in, but if your idea of fighting for a cause means complaining in the halls, don't bother, just accept it. As a very good friend of mine, Chrissy Coscioni, would say quoting a darn meaningful song, "If you can't be with the one you love, honey, love the one you're with," and I gotta say that philosophy is applicable to (if I may borrow a phrase from Jenine Smith) a veritable cornicopia of situations. I'd be willing to bet you that if Confucious would have thought of it, he'd have said the same thing. Yep, yep, yep.
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Sports
May 15, 1987
Boys to conference meet tonite On Tues., Apr. 21, the Maine South track team looking to qualify for state. Recently, the Hawks competed in the Saxon Indevastated Glenbrook North in a home dual meet. Coach Egan is pleased with the progress of the vitational, where they met some "quality competiThe varsity won 91-53 and the frosh/soph scored throwers, especially seniors Stan Holsen and Inki tion," according to Coach Scott Sutchek. Park. In the discus, Inki Park improved his best Highlighting the varsity performances were Rob an overwhelming victory by a 120-25 margin. The throw last year by ten feet. In the shot, Jim Lobitz, Lentz, fourth in the high hurdles; Kurt Sellers, athlete of the week on the varsity level was Jim Bill Kuehn, and Ramadan Zenkich all improved ten fourth in the pole vault with 12 feet; Wes VandenKallas, running the quarter mile in 52.5 seconds feet since the indoor season. brink, third in the pole vault at 12 feet, 6 inches; InRecently, Brian Moore vaulted a winning, per- ki Park, fourth in discus at 133 feet; and Stan along with running on the winning mile relay team. Head Coach Bill Drennan said, "Although Glen- smal best of IffG" and Rob Lentz had a tripfc jump Holsen, third in discus at 137 feet. brook North was not very strong, I was pleased cf 41 feet, putting within distance of the state quali- The track team enters CSL ConfereiKe tonight at fying mark of 44'6". Paul Fronczak long jumped 18 5:00 pm. with individual performances." He is still looking to feet and Keith Piscitello has cleared 6 feet in the see everyone improve, however, with his top people high jump.
Soccer faces H.P. Tues. The Maine South girls' soccer team has continued its strong winning season this year as they remain undefeated for the past four seasons. On April 23, the Hawks faced the tough St. Charles Saints. The first quarter began with a goal by St. Charles, and the second and third quarters remained scoreless for both teams. The pressure was on, and in the fourth quarter, Julie Spapperi and Amy Stenholt each added a goal to bring the Hawks to victory. The final score was 2-1, in favor of Maine South. Hawk starters Chris Pintz and Nancy Gorski were both injured in the game, however. The Hawks continued their winning streak as they beat Oak Park by a 4-0 margin. Lauren
Scherer and Julie Spapperi each added a goal while Amy Stenholt scored two for the Hawks. The Trevians were no contest as Maine South added another shutout to their record on Mon., Apr. 27. Jen Alexovich, Lauren Scherer, and Carolyn Sorquist all scored one goal, for a final total of 3-0. Eileen Bunch, Katty Caithamer, Melissa Muck, Kelly Schafer, Robbie Ligammari, and Karen Biedron have all consistantly contributed to the Hawk force as well, including the Evanston game on Tues., May 5. Amy Stenholt's goal and Carolyn Sorquist's two goals put the Hawks ahead to stay as they beat the Wildkits 3-2. As the Hawk season continues, they will meet Highland Park on Tues., May 19, away.
New head coach named for fall
The new boys' varsity swim coach and sophomore soccer coach is Mr. Christopher Deger, age 30. A graduate of Loyola University, he has Illinois State Teaching Certification as well as previous coaching experience. Mr. Deger has been an assistant varsity swim coach at Loyola Academy, as well as the Frosh/Soph swim coach. Furthermore, at Loyola, he has served first as the freshman soccer coach, and then as the sophomore coach. Mr. Deger, in addition, has acted as a coach for the North Shore Soccer League, the Northfield Park District, and the Queen of AH Saints Soccer Camp.
Currently, Mr. Deger is enroUed for Master's Degree studies in history at Northeastern Illinois University, and will begin coaching at Maine South next fall. Miss Cheryl Bunt, currently enrolled and completing a Master's Degree in Biology from Northern Illinois University, will act as the boys' assistant swim coach to Mr. Deger. Miss Bunt competitively swam at Hillcrest High School, and coached age group swimming in the Hillcrest region for one year. Currently, she is the Frosh girls' softball coach and girls' JV teimis coach at Hoffman Estates High School.
Badminton's season nears end The junior varsity also competed very wdl at the tournament. PlayingfirstJV doubles, Kris Gill and Molly Neiscm jdaced firet, while Kathy Connolly and Allison Sullivan also placed first in second doubles. Elani Grargatsos and Tracy Madland, playing the third position, placed third. Linda S^^la, playing Playing on the varsity kvd, Rubine Petruleas and third JV singles, took a third place. Rochelle Fran defeated a determined New Trier Badminton has had a successful 1987 season doubles team to place 5th infirstdoubles. Michelle and is looking forward to another great season next Joesten and Julie Thein, third doubles, placed year. However, the team will lose nine seniors: third. In varsity singles, Belva Shinn placed fourth Rubine Petruleas, Rochelle Fran, Kerri Owens, in fourth singles, and Shannan Gill also placed Bdva Shinn, Julie Thdn, Michelle Jocsten, Molly Nelson, Michelle Canar, and Kris Gill. fourth in singles competition.
On Sat., May 2, the Maine South Badminton team completed their regular season. The season ended with a conference tournament, held at New Trio. For many of the players, the tournament was an exciting way to end the season.
Baseball to take on the GBN Spartans Monday The Maine South Hawks baseball team recently defeated Evsmston in a 9-4 ballgame. Pitcher Dave Malin provided yet another strong performance on the mound as he struck out five and only walked two. The Wildkits jumped out to an early 3-2 lead on two costly errors in the first inning. This set the stage for the Hawks big three run inning which put them ahead to stay. South later added a run in the third and three more in the fourth. The Hawks pounded out a total of 15 hits with Chris Cwik and Bill Habetler racking up three each. Maine South continued its season as they tost a 9-8 game to New Trier. The Trevians exploded for six first inning runs, but the Hawks started their comeback. Losing 9-4 in the fifth, Maine South came back with four runs. Yet the Trevians held of the Hawk onslaught as the Hawks could not come up with that elusive ninth run to tie the game. Coach Romes added in reflection upon the New Trier game that "we haven't learned to win the big ones."
Boys' tennis heads toward season end Playing first singles for this year's Varsity Tennis team is John Corthinos. Second singles is Joe Velkner, with a conference record of 1-2, and third singles is Mike Yadgar, also 1-2 in conference. Luke Kelleher and Mike Cieslik play first doubles for the Hawks, with Tad Petrick and Rob DiMeo at the second doubles position. At home, on April 25, the Hawks hosted a Quad Meet. They placed second to Glenbrook North by beating Palatine 3-2 and Wheaton North 5-0, yet losing to Glenbrook North 5-0. The season began with a win against Notre Dame, 4-1. The Hawks then hosted the Maine South Invitational in which Mike Yadgar and Luke Kelleher obtained third place, playing first doubles. As the season continues, the Hawks and Coach Schmidt are looking forward to some strong competition, including New Trier and Evanston, followed by conference play which will begin this weekend.