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September 9 Senior Dance

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Significant changes—Homeroom after 1st period rather than before, 5 minute passing period rather than 6, 6 lunch periods rather than 5, optional early start or late end of school day.

cammanary^.} MS iTioves t o HOW scHeclu .1989-90 Activities— pp. 4-5 The Maine Event— P. 6 Summer Sports Clinic Update—p. 7 Fall Sports Mini Preview—p- S

Maine South is starting off this school year with a new bell schedule. This new schedule was made to accommodate students with classes that are a period and a half long and would otherwise not be able to take desired courses. As a result, it affects the length of the day, time of homeroom, lime of passing periods and the courses to be offered.

The length of the total school day is from 7:40 am to 3:10 pm, even though most students are taking classes from 8:00 am to 2:50 pm.

The extra half periods added before (la) and after (8b) last year's schedule are science (mainly labs), art, and band and

orchestfa classes which are all one and a half periods long. Also, along with these classes is a new course in industrial education.

Fewer than 400 students are attending period la and approximately 140 students are attending period 8b. Buses are available for these students.

The rest of the student body is affected by the other changes. A five-minute passing period is established to make sure the school day isn't too long. It seems appropriate since the school is now less than half of its original size and it worked well during the times it was tested last year. Also, as a result, the school schedule is evened out and all periods begin

and end on numbers which are multiples of five.

Homeroom periods, now placed after lb to keep the early one and a half periods uninterrupted, start after first period for students not coming early. Therefore, be aware that coming late to school is no longer just being late to homeroom, but being late to class. Thus, it will affect grades if being tardy is a tradition, so students are reminded to remember this change and be on time.

Once into effect, the new schedule promises to solve many of tlie problems created by the eight-period day, instituted two years ago.

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Maine South nationally recognized Thirty pages and nine months later, the announcement was made that Maine South won one of 218 national Secondary School of Excellence awards.

The process began last September when Maine South received the application consisting of three parts. The first two parts dealt with demographics and compliance with the Office of Civil Rights' rules. The third section however was the most important.

This section was divided into seven categories and covered topics such as leadership, teaching and learning environment, institutional vitality, parental support, indicators of success, and a special emphasis area covering geography education. The Administrative Council and the writing staff made up of

teachers, administrators, and parents, worked on thf., application for two months, brainstorming, writing, editing and re-editing.

When finished, the thirty page appUcation was sent to the Illinois Board of Education where it passed the first hurdle. Maine South became one of twenty-four public or private schools in Illinois to be recommended to the U. S. Department of Education.

At the U. S. Department of Education, Maine South's apphcation became one of 629 schools' applications in the country to be examined. After reviewing the applications, the U. S. Department of Education sent representatives to 263 schools to verify the reports.

Two gentlemen came to Maine South on March 12,13, and 14, and began their examination. They verified the reports, toured the

community and school, visited classes, and talked to students, teachers, parents, and administrators. Observing that everything at Maine South was equal to or better than what was reported in the initial application, the representatives sent their new-found information back to the U. S. Deparmient of Education. After another review, Maine South was notified that they were to receive the Secondary School of Excellence Award.

Next month. Dr. Cachur and two other school officials will travel to Washington, D.C. to be honored by theU. S. Department of Education. While there. Dr. Cachur will receive a plaque and a School of Excellence flag on the school's behalf. Being the first time to receive this award, Maine South's staff and teachers are proud of this honor.

Writing iabs—thie wave of the future This year, writing at Maine South will be quite different. Each of the three schools in the Maine Township High School district have received sixty IBM Personal/System 2 Model 30 computers. These computers will be a part of the new writing lab that has been established here at South and at the two other Maine schools as well.

Southwards Siiuihti itnli IS ttii- itudinl-produtcd n«wTipapcr i)t Maine South Hijjh Schiml, Park Ridge, IL. I (.tlfrs U) tht titi(((r ihuuM be ddivercil to room V • 130 i>r [jivt n (<» a inenibor of the editorial staff hflow ^outkmirdt rist-rvi's the right to edit lett(.r\ conluininH obvtenc or libelous material.

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News ^>^litor Associate News editor Comtnentar}' editors

Maur«en Shechan Imrun Siddiqui ..Natalie Kuehn Matt Krau.se Features (Klitor, Charis Runnels AssKK'iate Features editor...Chris Sosnowski Sports editors Amy Huser Tom Litt IVoducllon editor J i m Silsakorn Photo/Art editors Greg Harrington Josh Anderson Adviser

T. R. Kerth

The concept of the writing lab began at Maine West, and was created by Betty Brockelman, English chair at West and Paula Williams, an English teacher also at that high school. The lab encourages students to develop their writing skills in the classroom, as well as in their personal free time.

Teachers hope to integrate writing with the new computers, thus establishing a new approach to the writing process. This idea coincides with the general trend of national colleges and universities in establishing computer centers devoted to writing. Teachers are hoping that the labs will allow students to approach writing in a personal way, while receiving individualized help from teachers

and peers. As Williams says, "Writing centers not only allow teachers to work with students one-on-one, they also allow students| to learn from other students."

Yet, perhaps the most essential aspect of the new writing labs is that they allow students to personally develop their writing skills, techniques, and styles. As Brockelman says, "It takes away the element of the grade and gives them a chance to pursue their writing in a non-judgmental atmosphere." The general goal of the program is for students to get more involved in writing. Hopefully, the writing lab will become an important tool for students to use at South.

In case you don't know who we are.

Welcome to Southwards, your student newspaper.

Southwards is a newspaper run by high school students here at Maine South. All writing, planning, artwork, photography, and production is done by students, with the help of a faculty adviser. The paper is printed at Maine East, then sent back to South for distribution. Issues are distributed approximately every two weeks, more frequently than any school newspaper in the area.

Due to the nature of the printing schedule, each issue of Southwards is produced more than a week prior to distribution, so if our news or sports may seem a little dated by the time you read it, please bear with us—we're doing the best we can. This issue you are reading now (with the exception of a few

photos) was written and produced last June, during finals week.

Even though our editorial staff is already estabUshed, our writing, photo, and art staffs are open to any new members. Anyone interested in writing for Southwards should contact a member of the editorial staff.

Also, letters to the editor should be submitted to the Southwards room, V-130. Letters may be written on any subject of interest to the writer, and all letters must be signed or they will not be printed. Although all views will be | respected, the editors reserve therightto alter or omit letters which are obscene, libelous, inappropriate, or which constitute an invasion of privacy. Letters may also be omitted or held for another issue due to space limitations.

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Advice for the first day bacl<

by Joelle Busby The weather forecast says it's going to be ten degrees fahrenheit in the shade. It's August 28 and "Oh My God" reality sets in, it's time for (dramatic pause) school! After the shock wears off, you try to prepare yourself, but seriously, how can you prepare yourself for nine months of hell, when for the past three months you've done nothing but sit in the sun and become a vegetable?

I'm here to tell you that adjusting can be done very gradually, but it does happen. All the upper classmen know that the only form of life Oiat gets excited about the first day of school-is the fresTimen. These are people who pick out what they_are going to wear the first

day three weeks in advance, and they actually study for the CRT tests. If you have an incoming freshman as a family member, I would strongly suggest removing them from your presence or else you may have a murder charge on your hands. That doesn't look too hot on college transcripts.

After you remove your 'soon to be' freshman, grab some money from your mom.

Make sure someone is there to catch her when she faints, after you tell her you're buying school supplies. Then, stroll on down to Walgreens and buy your notebooks (make sure they are color coordinated with your folders). There, in aisle nine, next to the toilet

paper, you make the pledge, "I, (name), promise in the 1989/90 school year to be organized."

Somehow, you manage to get to school and find your way to first period, prepared with pencils, paper and the Maine South folder (don't forget to review the four-way test).

Finally, it's time for the extended homeroom and you sit there for about fifteen minutes, counting the number of mosquito bites on your legs.

Void....it's time to wake up, the day's over!

Gee, only 186 days left.

B ut it does get better. For youfreshmenout there, don't be so nervous. Nobody really cares what you wear on the first day of school and nobody is out to get you.

The most important thing I can stress (not just for freshmen) is getting involved. Maine

by Matt Krause South has so much to offer. Don't limit yourWell, here we are again, or for some, for The teachers do all they can to get you self by listening to stereotypes such as 'drama the first time. The beginning of school is "psyched" for the upcoming year, even if it in- freaks', 'jocks' and 'stuck-up Hawkettes'. Of always exciting. Oh, I know what you're volves yelling a little. Justahttle. Later on, course you have your exceptions, but basithinking, but you are wrong; I wasn't paid to everyone, including the teachers, get a liule cally we are all here for the same reason : to write this! It's true. I mean, you get to meet sluggish and anxious for the year to finish. learn and to have a great time. This new school the new freshmen in the hallways, your new The halls buzz with talk of summer vacations year offers so many opportunities. Try out for teachers with whom you'll be spending the coming up, and the seniors count the hours everything, meet people, and just be yourself. next 186 DAYS, and your new locker combi- until graduation. And then finally... the first I promise you, if you put all you've got into nation, which, mysteriously, never works on day is over! Yes, every day drags on like this. Maine South, it'll all come back. (Plus, it But have no fear!! There is always. .. Exu^a looks good on the senior biographies.) the first try.

The new classes are always interesting, but Curricular Activities! (applause) Yes, you 1 always seem to get stuck behind a three- too can do something after school besides sit hundred pound, acne covered, anti-hygiene, at home, eat potato chips, and watch the latest communist guerrilla with a machete in his smurfy adventure. Stay after school, and do hand. OK, I may be exaggerating a bit. something with your time! Don't just come Maybe he doesn't have acne but I cannot tell and complain about Maine South, do somevery easily with his green, toxic waste-col- thing about it! Not only is it, God forbid, Fun, ored hair hanging over his entire head. And but it also looks great on your college record. then the teacher comes in for thefirsttime. Of Yes, all these benefits for FREE!!! course, he or she has to say that,"... everyone After putting all of the afterschool events is starting out on a clean 'slate,' and so far together with new friends, the school year is everybody has an 'A'." Well, that's great! 1 very exciting. It is filled with experiences that haven't even done anything, and yet he or she you'll never forget and cherish for the rest of makes it seem like I'm doing the best job I've your life. (Š Hallmark Cards, Inc.) ever done! Gee, I feel like Dan Quayle, only older.

f Only 186 days left to go!

The '89-90 school year brings yet another change

by Natalie Kuehn When asked how they felt about this year' s new school bell schedule, a couple of juniors \ replied by saying that the early and late halfperiods didn't really affect them. However, the new five minute passing penods was going to be a "royal pain."

One girl explained that she had difficulty in

the six minute passing period. It looks Uke this year there will be fewer students congregating in the halls before school, fewer trips to one's locker, and many more students running to classes (particularly if they're like I am).

However, looking at this new bell schedule on a more positive note is health teacher.

ule will provide her with an ideal half-period before and after school to teach her CPR and First-Aid courses.

To conclude, the purpose of the new bell schedule is to provide time for lab courses that need the extra half-period. But it seems that many students aren't really affected at all, except that it forces them to move a little more

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Dozens of clubs offer interested

by Charts Runnels At Maine South, there are numerous clubs and organizations that represent all aspects of the school in which you may wisely choose to participate. Although you're tired of hearing it, people are right when they tell you to "get involved in Maine South!" Participation in extra-curricular activities, aside from being a breeding ground for long-lasting friendships, educational experiences, and tons of fun, is also becoming increasingly important to college administration personnel. So whether intended to impress the college of your choice, or to meet new and exiciting people like yourself, GET INVOLVED!!!

Here is just a sample of some of the organizations and activities you might want to consider joining:

Academics ECOLOGY CLUB: "to foster an awareness of man's place in and obligation to our constantly changing environment" is the goal of the Ecology Club. Many projects and activities are held throughout the year—a booth at the Homecoming Carnival, a booth at the Health Fair, and the annual trip to the hospital to distribute gifts to children at Christmastime. This year, the Ecology Club hopes to continue the efforts started last year by means of a letter-writing campaign aimed at putting an end to deforestation. Sponsor is Mr. George Twardy.

MATHLETES: Representing the most talented of Maine South's math students are the members of the math team, otherwise known as "Mathletes". Participants compete against other schools on a monthly basis throughout the first half of the year. Between meets, each grade levels' team meets together to learn about the upcoming topics, which are usually a bit more advanced than those taught in the students' daily math classes. Some math teachers give some type of x-tra credit to math team members.

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: Participation on Science Olympiads offers exceptional science students a chance to compete in different aspects of the science world around us. This is achieved by means of experiments and projects demonstrating their individual scientific findings being presented in front of judges at various competitions.

Foreign language CLUBS: Representing those students enrolled in foreign language classes at South who wish to expand their knowledge of the cultures represented by their individual language are those students involved in

FRENCH CLUB, GERMAN CLUB, ITALIAN CLUB, and SPANISH CLUB. Language club members participate in many festivities throughout the year aimed at promoting interest and knowledge of each diverse culture.

POLYGLOT CLUB: Pre-requisite for membership in this club is that you must be currently enrolled in two foreign language classes at South. These members have realized that the key to communication between cultures is to first break-down the language barriers separating one from another.

Performing arts SPEECH TEAM: Also known as Contest Speakers, these team members know the meaning of dedication. The season lasts from late October to early March, with competitions almost every Saturday—ALL day. A typical meet requires the team to meet at school at 6:30 AM, not to arrive back again until 6:30 PM. Contrary to popular belief, Speech Team members do not just recite boring speeches—there are twelve very different events: Humorous/Dramatic Interpretation & Duet Acting, ProseA^erse reading, Original Oratory, Special Occasion Speaking, Original Comedy, Oratorical Declamation, Radio Speaking, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Depending on achievements at the meets, members receive points that may eventually lead them to membership in the National Forensic League.

ARENA PLAY: The Arena Play, socalled for it's arena stage set-up (audience on three sides of the stage), is performed in October. Auditions for the cast and sign-up for the crew will take place in the next few weeks, so listen to the morning announcements for exact times. Mr. Mark Bielak will direct.

V-SHOW: Known for its diversity, the company of V-Show represents every aspect of the school. Along with the drama-freaks, jocks, burn-outs, brains, band-geeks, and all the rest come together to produce one of the best shows of the year. The '89-'90 V-Show, THE MAINE EVENT, will be holding auditions during thefirstfew weeks of school. Mr. Don Martello will direct.

ALL-SCHOOL PLAY: This play, performed at the end of February, will also be directed by Mr. Martello. Trj'-outs, usually held right before of after X-mas break, are open to everyone (hence the term,"allschool").

MUSICAL: Maine South has a reputation for producing the best musicals around— keep up the n-adition and be part of the company! Auditions are held in Uie Spring.

THESPIAN SOCIETY: Membership in this organization is by invitation only, but members earn their way into the society by accumulating Thespian points for participation in any of the four productions listed above. Ten points will earn eUgibility for membership.

Publications EYRIE: At the end of this school year, you will receive a yearbook— wouldn' t it be great to know that you helped produce that yearbook? This year's staff is looking for interested students who would like to help take pictures, write headlines, organize, or styalize for Eyrie, Maine South's own yearbook. If interested, contact the staff in C-138.

GRAFFITI: Graffiti, the creative writing magazine, offers an outlet for the vast creativity of Maine South students. Whether they be artwork, short-stories, or poetry, all submissions are welcome. Graffiti produces three issues/year, and sponsors contests for some of the issues. Judges and other types of workers are also needed—if interested, contact Mr. Deines, sponsor.

SOUTHWORDS: Southwords offers students a chance to help produce a bi-monthly ^ ^ newspaper. Writers are needed for commen- ^ P tary, features, news, and sports staffs, while helpers are also needed in terms of photo/art staff, production, and distribution. All interested please inquire in the Southwords office, V-130, or contact Mr. T.R. Kerth, sponsor.

Health FIRST-AID TEAM: The purpose of the First-Aid Team is to train it's members how to act in emergency situations. Practices are held once a week until the Spring, when the team is invovled in competition. The skills learned through this organization just might aid you in saving a life someday—aren't those skills worth knowing? Interseted students should contact Ms. F^irdy, sponsor.

HEALTH UNLIMITED: This organization is aimed at teaching its members more about career opportunities in health-related fields while serving the community. Health Unlimited, along with the First-Aid Team, participate in the Health Fair, aimed at showing students the importance of good health.

Sponsor—Ms. Purdy.

Photo/Art Two clubs offered by the Maine South Ai^ M Deparunent are the ART CLUB and the ^ PHOTO CLUB. The Art Club participates in many activities, including a booth at the HomecomingCamival(lastyear's booth won 1 St prize!) and manyfieldtrips throughout the

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^Students a chance to get involved ^ ^ year. vps^r This r . MastrnloThisclnh clubisissnnnsnredbv sponsored byMMr. Mastrolo

nardo. The Photo Club, sponsored by Mr. Bragiel and only two years old, is looking for members to increase its size. Neither Photo Club nor Art Club requires enrollment in classes in order to join.

Work clubs BUSINESS CLUB: Most well-known for its running of the concession stand after school and during basketball games. Business Club teaches its members vital organization and communication skills, while also instilling in them a sense of responsibility.

H.E.R.O. CLUB: (Home Economics Related Occupations) While enrolled in a Related Occupations class, HERO members have an opportunity to work in the outside world in areas such as interior design, child care, fashion merchandising, or food service.

Employers and Maine South work co-operatively in giving school credit and good wages to involved students.

Just for fun CHEERLEADERS: The tour squads of Maine South cheerleaders help raise the spirits of our athletes and spectators at a variety of ' sports competitions, along with leading the ever-popular spirit competitions at the allschool assemblies. Try-outs for the freshman squad will be held soon—Usten to the morning buletin for details.

HAWKETTES: Following the tradition of excellence at Maine South are our hawkettes, of which the varsity squad last year took 1 St place in state competition last year m both their kick and drill team shows. Performances include football games, basketball games, assemblies, and competitions. Tryouts for the junior-varsity squad will be very soon—the bulletin will give dates and umes.

MARLIN: The Marlin Synchronized Swim Club stai-ts its season in February. Old members try-out with original acts, while new members try-out at this time together. Practices then start for their March show. Last year's "Liquid Silver" was a smashmg success, and surely'this year's show will even better' ORCHESIS- Anyone remotely interested in dance of any kind is asked to audition this fall for Orchesis, Maine South s Dance Troupe. Performances include the Homecoming Pai^ade, V-Show, basketball games their I Spring show, and the Illinois State Dance PEP CLUB- If you didn't know already, the toilet-paper covering the homes of Maine South jocks throughout the year •« coutesy of iheM S PepCouncil.Thisgroupotdedicated

trrnnnips also nisn <;hr>u/ n w k Pride Prirlp hv nnrgroupies show ihpir their H Hawk by participating in the Homecoming festivities, the Firehght Pep Rally, and the overseeing of the choice of Spirit Queen. The Pep Club represents the culmination of the best school spirit at Maine South.

SKI CLUB: A welcomed club at M.S., the Ski Club plans an average of six day-long trips throughout the year. For those members who aren't vacationing with family over Spring Break, Ski Club offers a week-long trip to Colorado: last year, the ski club went to Breckenridge.

HmnMnnhn] r p v f n f i n n and anrl «trpccthp drug/alcohol nprevention stress the imnr\r impor-

tance of communication among students so they can feel comfortable relating to all kinds of people. An all-day retreat is held once a year in a neighborhood church, and then small groups meet in a kind of self-help aunosphcre to support each other in any problems they might have, or share their goals and accomplishments.

STUDENT COUNCIL: Twice a week student council members representing all walks of life at Maine South meet in order to work together and become one in order to promote M.S. and it's many activities. NuDedication merous events each year are sponsored by S.A.D.D.: Concerned with the increasing Student Council, such as ice-cream socials, number of accidents involving drunk drivers, Homecoming, V-Show, the can drive, and S ADD members throughout the year promote many, many more. Student Council reprethe well-known (yet extremely immportant!) sents the future leaders of America, as they slogan, "Don't Drink and Drive". Emphasis is learn important skills and responsibilities as put on the weeks surrounding Homecoming, they dutifully promote participation and New Year's Eve, Giri's Choice, and Jr. & Sr. school spirit at Maine South, the Home of the Hawks.

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SNOWBALL: Contrary to popular belief.

Snowball is not a group of rehabilitated druggies—it is a group of people who promote

...SO get involved!

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Coming soon—The Maine Event

by Chads Runnels Do you like having fun?

Do you like meeting new and exciting people?

Have you ever wanted to be up on a stage, knowing that the deafening applause you can hear is for you?

Do you like working behind the scenes, i.e. construction, lighting, or sound crews?

Do you like writing humourous blackouts for others to perform?

Again, do you like to have FUN???

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, then the answer is simple: Maine South Variety Show, Spirit of '90, THE MAINE EVENT. Yes, it's that time again—time for try-outs for one of the best-received productions of the year, V-Show. For some of you reading this, you already have seven acts all polished and ready to go, but for most of you, you probably haven't thought about V-Show at all. This is a grave mistake, for participation in a show of this kind is something you'll never forget.

Understandably, December seems like light-years away—but in all reality, it's just around the comer. The '89-'90 V-Show staff has been meeting regularly since last FEBRUARY (scary, isn't it?). This early preparation is due to the fact that the staff hopes to make this year belter than ever—and with your creative involvement, that hope can become a reality.

Any type of act is welcome to uy-out, but remember—there can only be SO many vocal solos, or combos, or Monty-Python take-offs, so the more creative and original the act, the better its chances! Also, the more the merrier—there's strength in numbers!

V-Show is known for its integration of all aspects of the student body. It's quite possible to see (no, reallv!) a "jock" performing with

a "drama freak", or a "skater" with a "band geek", or whatever. This is one of the many reasons that V-Show is so much fun. And if your knees start knocking and you start to hyperventilate at the mere thought of performing on stage, then there are many other aspects of the show that need just as many dedicated students. Workers are needed for the stage-crew, make-up crew, and writing staff.

If you are even the least bit interested in VShow, listen to the bulletin for the exact time and location of the General Meeting, to be held during thefirstfew weeks of school. This meeting will provide you with all the needed information—application deadlines, try-out dates, and rehearsal and show dates. If you have any questions before then, please do not

hesitate to contact any of the following VShow staff members: Charis Runnels & Mike McGarry (senior directors), Chris Sosnowski & Matt Krause (junior directors), Jim Pas & Phil Maniaci (senior music directors), and Greg Barrington & Sandy Sedivy (writing staff head/asst.Tead, respectively)^ Start thinking NOW about possible acts, for try-outs are sooner than you think! And remember, nothing is too strange or off-thewall for Maine South—we've had everything from impersonations of the administration, to juggling naming torches, to a giri playing a saw—that'sright,a S AW!!! —so get together with those obnoxious and wacky friends of yours, and create an act that will go down in M.S. V-Show history!

V-Show veterans lead the way With so many activities at South to choose from, it's easy to find something you enjoy, though usually not right away. But for those that do, they have the luxury of enjoying that activity for four years. Such is the case with V-Show. Nineteen seniors have participated in V-Show for the past three years—every year. These kids have found something that they truly love.

They started theirfi-eshmanyear in Coming Attractions—now three years later, they will come full cirle. Watch these 19 veterans.

along with many other dedicated students, go out with a bang in The Maine Event. (Three year veterans include: Greg Barrington, Kirsten Bierie, Melissa Biedron, Shirlee Bohannan, Bonnie Duncan, Nicole Frenzel, Jennifer Hagenauer, Melanie Kaplan, Ehyun Kim, Andrew Longman, Marty Maloney, Phil Maniaci, Heather McCabe, Mike McGarry, Pat Mulcrone, MeUssa Palmquist, Jim Pas, Charis Runnels, and Lauren Siragusa).

Helping hands needed to lend their services If you happen to have a free period in your daily schedule and can't stand the sight of your study-hall, your helpful services are greatly needed at M.S. The Library, Dean's Office, Career Resource Center, and the Health Office all need responsible students during all periods of the day to help alleviate some of the work. If you would like to help your beloved school, and know that no matter how hard you try you'll never actually DO any homework during tliat free period, offer your services to Maine South and lend a helping V-Show veterans Charis RunneIs(90),Melante Kaplan (90), Mary Moore (90), and Jamie Scafa (91) go for laughs in last year's V-Show. hand!

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'89's summer of happy campers Summer vacation—fun, wasn't it? For most yes—^but for some the coming of summer meant long hours of hot gyms and exhaustion. This may not sound like a fun way to spend your summer, but for some athletes it is.

Summer camps were set up to work mostly on fundamentals of a specific sport.

These camps also provided a chance for individuals to develop their teammwork. There were eight camps at Maine South this summer, ranging from football to swimming.

The summer's football camp, run by head coach Phil Hopkins, was very popular. The camp consisted of weights, agility drills, and specialized techniques according to position.

The camps' philosophy, "A commitment to the team," was stressed by Coach Hopkins.

The girls' basketball camp has been in existence for many years.This camp has produced such legendary athletes as Liz Ciprian, Karen Walker, and Cheryl Roma. The philosophy of Mr. Michael Deines is "We use our summer camp each year to help kids develop their individual skills as well as team skill."

One of the more successful camps this summer was the girls' soccer camp. According to Mr. Thomas Kerth, 'The focus of the

CJirls' basketball coach Mr. Mike Deines shares afinepoint with his players at the summer clinic. camp is on individual skills, and how those skills work into a team concept." There should be an abundance of soccer talent pouring into Maine South in the years to come.

Many other athletes who attended camps such as boys' baseball, soccer, and swimming; and girls' swimming and volleyball, had simi-

lar experiences this summer.

Generally, anything taking place during the summer was fun, and for athletes, camp was no exception. Summer camp gave freshmen and upperclassmen the opportunity to meet, and spend many long hours with teammates and friends.

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Il's fun 10 spend summers doing what I Hke to do, and ill hadri'tpne to camp al! of the pasl sunmicrs, I would've probably ended up pkn ing basketball ai home, in the drive wav, and not ieamins^ much.

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A quick glance at fall sports^ Football The 1989/90 varsity football team will have another excellent chance at a second conference championship this year. It seems that almost the entire defensive and offensive lines are comprised of returning seniors. Bill Vrbancik will be back to lead the team as quarterback. In addition, the backfield will be strong with all the returning players. Incoming juniors look promising as well, training with effort and determination in the weight room and on the track. Everything points towards the football team having an outstanding and memorable season.

Swimming The 1989-1990 girls' swim team has splashed into a new season. The JV is once again coached by Ms. Goll and seem to have much spirit and potential. Though Ms. Butler is greatly missed by all, Mr. Deger, the head coach of varsity swimming, is very enthusiastic about the upcoming swim meets. Unlike last year, there are now several divers who also look quite promising.

Tennis The Maine South girls' tennis team is looking forward to an exciting season. With both returning players and new players on the varsity and J V teams, it is going to be a season of success and improvement. Coaches Les Kent and Joann Bondi are happy to see their team in gear for competition and encourage them to try their hardest. Hardworking players and dedicated coaches will make this season a memorable season for girls' tennis.

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In looking at the Maine South varsity soccer team , it would be safe to assume that it will be a rebuilding year. The Hawks are losing sixteen players from last year's squad of twenty-three due to graduation. However, there are still three players returning that were on the team that had taken 2nd in State two years ago. Senior captains Mike Defort and Jason Chidester, along with senior Dan Schaefer will have to use the experience they've gained in the past two seasons of varsity soccer to lead the Hawks to victory.

Other returning players are seniors Chris Such,Graham Salemme, Dave Rundblad, and Junior Derek Niepominik.

The Hawks have a tough schedule which includes Granite City (State Champs 1987), Buffalo Grove (State Champs 1988), New Trier (State Semifmalists 1986, 1987), and numerous teams ranked in the top 20. However, the team will keep an optimistic attitude towards the upcoming season. If the team is to be truly successful this year, the underclassmen of the team must step up and take the initiative. If this is done, there will be the right balance of senior experience and youthful enthusiasm to produce an outstanding team.

Though the team may be a ways off from its 2nd in State days, we shouldn't count them out There is little or no pressure on the team so all we can do is get better. With Hawk pride, determination, and a lots of cheering fans, the Hawks will certainly be a team to contend with.

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Sports nigmignis Sport

Mon.8/28

Golf

Soccer

Tue. 8/29

Wed. 8/30

home contest Thur. 8 /31

Fri. 9/1

Cross Country York V/S—5:15 PM

Football Golf

Conant/Lake Pk V/S—3:30

Conant/Cr. Lk. V/S—3:30

Waukegan W. V/S-^:30

Soccer 1

Niles West V/S—3:30 Oak Park JV/Fr—4:30

Harrington V—7:00

Swimming Re!,'ina VaV--4;30

Tennis Volleyball

Prospect V/JV/Fr—5:00

New Trier V—4:30

The boys' golf team is already into the swing of things after teeing off their season last Friday against Evanston and Deerfield.

With three returning lettermen, the team has considerable experienced leadership in Adam Wenz, Tom Currey, and Sal Marino. With good weather and luck, the golf team looks to improve their respectable season last year.

Girls' cross country Last season will be a hard one to follow as the girls' cross country team placed tenth in the state. Although the team has lost three of its top five runners, the team is hoping to be just as strong. This young team believes that they have the ability to be conference champions, regional champions and place in the top seven in sectionals.

Volleyball After Maine South's Regional Championship win last year, this year's girls' volleyball team will have a tough act to follow. Coached

by George Sherman, last year's team also-^ captured the Central Suburban League Championship. Fortunately, with the returning varsity players, a solid foundation for this year's team is built. In addition to these outstanding players, some of last year's JV players will step in and try to fill in the missing links.

Hopefully, with a lot of hard work and dedication, a positive season will result.

Boys'cross country The boys' cross country team is looking forward this year to a long awaited conference championship. Plagued recently by injuries and lack of numbers, this year's team has six returning varsity members and three incoming juniors. These members will now be able to make a respectable team when competing for the conference crown.

One of the returning members who will help make the conference dream possible while hoping to win again is senior Todd Lilleberg. Also returning is junior Pete Gayford who won the conference race last year.

Mike Nelson, Chris Parks, Mike Nommenson and John Bryjak make up the returning varsity members who all had positive outcomes at last year's conference meet. The three new varsity members who will be trying to contribute arejuniors Bill Barker, Mike Robinson and Brian James. But for now, the team is concentrating on attending the conference championship.