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National Merit semi-finalists announced by Cyrus Wilson The names of the 15,000 National Merit Semi-finalists were announced on Wed., Sept. 13. Maine South is proud to have nine students who qualified as semi-finalists. The semi-finahsts from Maine South are Stephanie Chen, Ken Lai, Steve Mahler, Adam Megacz, Tim Paschke, Chris Ryan, Brian Shields, Mike Vesper and Cyrus Wilson. Though over one million juniors take the PS AT/NMSQT each October, only the top 50,000 are honored the following fall. Students who scored in the top half of one percent in the nation are named as semi-finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). The PSAT/NMSQT is a test much like the SAT; the individual section scores are on a scale with a maximum of 80, corresponding to an 800 on the SAT. The composite score, wever, is different in that the verbal section Is twice as much weight as the math section, b be a semi-finalist in Illinois, one must have achieved a selection index of 213 or higher. This cutoff is much different from last year's, 201, due to a recentering of the scale. The competition does not end with the high score on the qualifying test. The 15,000 students apply for finalist standing. Becoming a Oil
finalist requires completion of the application and essay; U.S. citizenship or permanent residency; a consistently high academic performance record; and an SAT 1 score that, when converted to the PSAT/NMSQT scale, is no
more than 10 points below the PS AT score. Although about 90 percent of semi-finalists become finalists, only about half of the finalists will be awarded scholarships. The (Semi-finalists continued on page 6)
Distance learning classroom opens doors by Kara Wipf Seniors taking Spanish V AP this year are trying to adjust to learmng in a much different way than Spanish classes of previous years. Over the simimer, a great technological advancement was made at Maine South with the addition of a new teleconferencing lab, also called a "distance learning" classroom. The new classroom is found in C117, not in the A-wing where foreign language classes traditionally meet. The class meets fifth period, and in additon to the 13 seniors from Maine South, five students from Maine East also take part in the class. The five students are not bussed to South, rather, they take part in class from their own classroom at Maine t. This is where the term "distance learning" takes its meaning. CI 17 has been equipped with state of the art equipment including four video screens, three video cam-
eras and computers. Two of the screens always display a shot of the Maine East class, while the other two focus on either the Maine South students, or Srta. Duckworth, the Spanish V AP teacher. In contrast to ordinary classrooms where chalkboards and chalk prevail, the video screens help the students learn vocabulary and grammar. Srta. Duckworth handwrites her lesson on a piece of paper that is instantly displayed on a screen for both Maine East and South to see. In addition, Maine East students can hear Srta. Duckworth and her students speak, via microphones and speakers, and they are also able to respond. The need for such a lab was discovered when only five students registered to take Spanish V AP at Maine East. Rather than having a teacher devote an entire class period to teaching only five students, or deny the
students the right to take the class, the classroom was built to satisfy all. Srta. Duckworth believes that it will help in the future if other schools have low enrollments in language classes. While the lab is able to promote speaking and using Spanish more effectively, as well as increasing technological awareness, students have mixed feelings regarding the experience. Denise Knipp thinks that the lab "is an interesting way to learn." Wes Crampton claims that the lab "is fun, but hard to get used to." However, several students voiced opinions similar to what Steve Westman feels when he said, regarding distance learning, "It's scary." Despite feelings of student uncertainty, the new "distance learning" classroom may prove to be a valuable asset to the Maine South learning expererience.
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yih%^^ion Maybe it's buried under the mounting pile of catalogues and viewbooks. Maybe it's on your "For Tomorrow" list. Maybe it got lost in the mail? These are the hopes of the many colleges that send out informational packets, course catalogues, mini-posters, video tours, official college mascot Pez dispensers, and the all-important "enclosed cards" twice or even three times to prospective students. Is it possible that you sent it with an " F ' rate stamp instead of "G"? Could you have used those "enclosed card" inadvertantly for math homework scratch paper? "Well," the Deans of Admission, Department Representatives, and sometimes even Real Life Students say, "We at the BestCoUege-in-America understand. This is why we're giving you another chance. Simply return the (new) enclosed card, and we will be happy to send you (more) information on student life, sport teams and clubs, or (if you're really interested) the academic news about your preferred field." At least much of this unnecessary paper can be recycled in Park Ridge. With the amount of mail that colleges send out, it seems ridiculous to me that the North Atlantic College of Cheesemaker Professionals and many other schools feel the need to send multiple mailings. In the first letter: "I know you are swamped...but if you are interested in a career of cheesemaking, please return the enclosed card for more information about life at our school and a brief summary of our new department. Mold." Now, it should be clear that if a student does not return the "enclosed card" that he is not interested in cheesemaking, at least at the North Atlantic College, and for him to keep receiving the Creamers' football schedule and the quarterly Gouda News is ridiculous. Especially tragic is that some student who does wish to attend this college might be barred by the high tuition and lack of scholarships, financial aid-and merit-based. IftheNACCP sent out only one mailing, it could use the saved funds to help those who are genuinely interested in attending the school. Although getting mail is exciting, the amount of money that goes into some schools' promotions, especially the second and third, is often wasted. To use this money for scholarships, campus improvements, or professor salaries (such as that of the new head of the Mold department) would be improving the school for attending and soon-to-be attending students. Recycled notebooks are cool, but the stuff they are made of keep your dream college just that—a dream.
The trouble with time by Siobhan Dolan I can hardly beUeve it, high school. I remember like yesterday the day my older sister began these fast-paced four years. It was perfectly natural when my next-door nieghbor suddenly came home from school in a tiny red convertible full of friends rather than a big yellow school bus full of children. Yet, now that it is my turn, I would swear that the clock had forgotten how to tell time. The summer before my freshman year disappeared so fast, the collage of quick moments almost seemed to evaporate in the humid air. In mid-August I quickly bought my books, supplies, plus the many other things I demanded from my parents, just in case. Suddenly, I was overwhelemed with excitement, I was so anxious that if they had made me wait another moment I was sure I would explode. I blinked, and like in a fairy tale I was at the biggest school that I have ever been to before, and it would be impossible to like it any more. Since I was with other freshmen, the embarrasesment I experiencd when I walked into every single class at least five minutes late was only temporary. It's great that I at least made it to class. Besides, I'll adjust in no time, like always, although it does seem a little bigger than I thought. A little bigger than I thought??! I can't even imagine a school this big. The next day
was the real first day, complete with thd^H;r uldTieaj classmen congesting the halls. I couldTiear every second of the passing period thrumming in your ears, and as the seconds passed you made no progress through the labyrinth of people in the halls. At the bell I hadn't even made it to my locker, let alone my next class. When I finally made it to my classes, all my teachers seemed to simply drone on about the same things. All I could think about is how to get through that obstacle course they call the hallways. Where is time now? He's on a coffee break. Eventually, in the next few days time began to sail a smoother course. School picked up the pace without making me feel like I was stuck in the express lanes without knowing how to drive. Clubs started holding meetings, sports teams began try-outs, I even began to have time to say hi to my friends during passing periods and start noticing the new faces. Of course once I found myself at home slaving over hours of homework, this year didn't seem so different from any other year. Whatever you may have expected, or whether you like or dislike how things have turned out, at least the shock of the c h ^ ^ ^ u seem to have been thrown into h a l ^ ^ n away. Coming to Maine South, whether wonderful, horrible, or anything in between, has been, is, and will be an experience worth remembering for all of us.
The quest for the fourth level by Lee Adlaf Well, summer was over. How did I know? Did I know by the commercials announcing the "back-to-school" sales or by the weather turning a little (ha, ha) colder? No... I knew by the large amounts of mail addressed "To The Parents Of.." that kept coining from Maine South. After the last minute gathering of school supplies, I was ready for my first day of high school. Armed with the load I bought at book sales, I climbed up the three sets of stairs to my locker in the A-Wing. It took me six tries to open my locker, unhke some people, whose lockers wouldn't open at all. Despite the fact that I had an older sister go to Maine South, I still needed help from people in the red shirts (P.R.O.'s) to locate some class rooms. The big challenge was trekking the "miles" from one class to another in five minutes (No time to stop at your locker). Classes were composed of "pleasantly confused " freshmen like myself. Teachers spent much time laying down the rules. We were not told about the actual
coursework, but it looks serious (well, maybe). What we were told was to GET INVOLVED in things like sports, drama, clubs, and stuff too numerous to mention. I think that high school really isn't going to be all that unpleasant. I'm glad to be here, but I still hope die next four years go by quickly! By the way, I know that there really is no fourth floor in the A-wing.
The Streak Last Wednesday Cal Ripken set a major league record by playing in his 2131st consecutive game. To put this in perspective, this is equivalent to not missing a day of school from the first day of first grade until May of senior year. And his earher record of s ^ ^ ^ 9,000 consecutive innings isUkenÂŤ^^P leaving class to go to the bathroom during this time. -The Editors
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Apocalypse and Rubber Death by Brian O'Neill -Then I saw a wild beast come out ofthe sea with ten horns and seven heads; on its horns were ten diadems and on its head blasphemous names... I noticed that one of the beasts heads seemed mortally wounded, but the wound was healed. In awe, the whole world followed the beast. Revelations: 4, 1-4 Just a little reminder that there is only a year until the presidential elections! Unfortunately, that's not what this column is about. I just wanted to kick-start this with some Apocolypse/Bob Dole analogies. This column is really about the sweeping changes that Maine South underwent over the summer. However, I probably won't be able to remember them all so I'll probaly rever to politics after a couple paragraphs. But first the changes. For starters, we put the asbestos back in. No! I' m just kidding you. We only put it in the math rooms. So don't worry. The first change that you might notice is the relocated health room. Instead of being kbetween the V and PA wing, it is now located where the Southwords office used to be. For those of you who have never been in there, this is past the cafeteria. (Yes! Something beyond the cafeteria! Auntie Em! Auntie Em!) The room is right next to the janitors' headquarters, so when you go to class be aware of the training manuevers that might be going on. (It's up to your imagination to put a mental picture to that joke.)
One of the benefits of having the class so out of the way is that you can't hear the blood curdling screams of the mannequins when the students do vicious tests. Oh, but I can remember all too clearly those days in broadcasting, when I'd be sitting in my seat like a good Uttle broadcasting student, only to have my ears shattered by a scream, then to have "Breathing Bob" come staggering into the classroom, broken, battered, bleeding, pleading with us to either hide him or kill him, just so he won't have to be exposed to those hideous sophomores, grinning maniacally, while carving him up looking for his 'flangellous'. This is not a problem anymore. In place of the old health room is a shiny new computer lab. I have no idea what it is. When I walk by, I have to avert my eyes because of the sheer shininess of it all. I have never seen students in there. This brings up some questions. What is this used for? Is this some elabroate hoax by the ghosts of the mannequins to lure unsuspecting sophomores in, then grab them by their talons of death? Is there some sort of conspiracy for the computers to lead us into a "1984" type society, with the deans playing the part of Big Brother numbers 1 and 2? And who is going to win the New Hampshire primary? On the democratic side you would have to say Bill Clinton (our President) will take it. But there might be some trouble if ex-basketball great and senator Bill "the Thrill on Capital Hill" Bradley decides to run. And there is always the chance that Mario Cuomo might decide not to run again, in which case Clinton would be in trouble.
Another more obvious change is the fresmen who have come in. These people are going to bring happiness and "Hawk Pride" into Maine South, and infuse us all with their charm, wit, and bright smiles. Or they would if they weren't such inneffective losers. No! Just one more freshmen-related joke. Really, there are a lot of really good freshmen. I personally know three or four of them. The rest of you are pathetic excuses for people, who couldn't tie your own shoes without the aid of top educators and Several Bishops. (I know that this might offend some of you. If you have any problems, you can take it up with my forearms.) But the race on the Republican side is much more open. The frontninner for the G.O.P. (Goofy Old Pachyderm) is Bob Dole. Although many people consider him too old, or too right wing, or just too evil to be the leader of the free world, I feel he is a great man, and the fact that his political mentor was Richard Nixon (seriously) should not be a factor. Well, that about wraps up this entrance to the information superhighway. I hope you are more informed than before, and remember to look out for those mannequins, bleeding, with Bob Dole chasing after them, foaming. And what the heck are diadems?
Attention! Southwords has moved. Letters to the Editor should be sent to room V131. It's in the same place, yet it's not in the same place.
Of freshman, freedom, and failures of the heart by Margaret Byrne "Sooooooo, how is school?" Now, how in God's name am I supposed to answer this common, dreaded question? Does the inquirer expect a blatant he? "Oh, just great. I love getting up at some wee hour in the morning and spending twenty-eight minutes loading my backpack with books to be assigned homework in, really I do! Or should I depress them and tell the Victim the truth, the real truth of my first week at South. "My arms go numb, my feet hurt, and I don't have any friends in that class, I got lost going to biology, the teacher doesn't like me, and I got a deten• tion from him...." I guess it solely depends on the person asking the question. I don't think it would be right to depress my grandma, you know those heart problems. But spry Aunt
Sally??! Let us make her day miserable for once,shall we? What about the lady down the block? Do you think she really cares? Is she really listening? No! And neither are you upperclassmen. You should realize that the freshmen are giving you something...HUMOR! You enjoy snickering at the freshman who walked into your study (or is it lounge?) and we know it. So for once in your lives, give the freshmen something. Give us the knowledge of the Freedom Shrine. Pass the torch to the freshmen, give them the knowlege they deserve... What, you inquire is the Freedom Shrine? It is a shrine no doubt, that has some unknown relationship with freedom. It is a sheer rumor where this shrine of freedom is located. Some say it is in the far reaches of the library, others
suggest it does not exist at all, some even say it lies dormant between a stack of abandoned books of a student like yourself. I need not tell you upperclassmen, you know this already. Now if we freshmen have not the faintest idea of the whereabouts of the Shrine, how do you suppose I have the faintest idea of the cardinal direction of the A-Wing? How do I know Maine South? How can freshmen be burdened with the Shrine when they can't even get to their lockers? Still, the Shrine is on our minds. But you elders knowing where your homeroom is, or should anyway, need to be faced with the shrine question. Is it not your duty as an upperclassman to visit the Shrine and be amazed? We freshmen can't worry about it, we have grandma's heart.
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Mr. Jim Francois by Kate Rowland Venture down the halls of the PA wing, and that smiling, unrecognized face will be that of Mr. Jim Francois, Maine South's new broadcasting teacher and new manager of WMTHFM and WMTH TV. With 18 years of telvision and radio experience and four years of high school teaching experience, Francois is well qualified to teach broadcasting I and 11 classes. He is happy to be here: "I was really impressed by the students and teachers that I observed at Maine South five years ago. It's been terrific. I was looking for a school with more opportunities." Broadcasting is not the extent of Francois's interests, though. An accomplished Disneyana collector, he enjoys hunting up Disney animation artwork, as well as Beatles collectibles, and other assorted antiques. Francois also very much enjoyed the movie Braveheart and recommends it highly. Francois hopes that his students will be able to "see the big picture as far as life goes, not just look at today or tomorrow, but to give [everything] serious consideration and make plans."
Mr. Lou Thetard by Kristin Durianski Maine South is proud to welcome Mr. Lou Thetard to his new position as dean of discipUne. Thetard is not new to District 207. He comes to South from Maine West, where he previously taught photography. When asked why he decided to come to South Thetard replied, "It's a great district. Great people, sohd administration, good community. I've always had students excel." Dean Thetard views his new job as "being a part of a total education. I am a part of the school and I am not a separate entity. It's a team effort and I'm just part of the team."
Ms. Laura Arteaga by Karin Vonesh Bom and schooled in Puerto Rico, Ms. Laura Arteaga was drawn to Maine South because of its reputation as "a school where excellence is the norm and students succeed." Arteaga teaches Spanish I and 11.
When she isn't in the classroom, she enjoys reading, exercising, and socializing. "I hke to meet new people," explains Arteaga. "I also like to learn about new cultures." She accomplishes this in her travels, which includes a recent trip to Spain. "I enjoyed England, Greece and Hong Kong very much," Arteaga says, "because they are very different and exotic... the Mecca for shopping!" In her teaching at Maine South, Arteaga hopes to impart the love for the Spanish language and other cultures on her students. She feels this will not be a difficult task, as she finds Maine South students "very motivated to learn." Her experiences thus far have been entirely pleasant. This easy-going, gentlemannered teacher trusts that they will continue to be. "I love it here," Arteaga says. "I'm very happy to be given the opportunity to become part of the Maine South faculty."
Mr. Robert Tortorelli by Kate Rowland New guidance counselor Mr. Robert Tortorelli is a Warrior by heritage, but so far he's seemed pretty nice so we've kept him. Tortorelli admitted he had to be lured away from his former job, but that Maine South's reputation and the caliber of students he'd be dealing with aided in his decision to take the spot which was vacated after last year's untimely death of Mr. Robert Cheffer. Besides serving as a mediator among students, parents, and teachers, Tortorelh is responsible for helping with schedules, career and college decisions, and other conflicts that his 300 students may come up with. He hopes that through his work students will be able to optomize their talents and abilities, and to be successful at whatever they pursue. In hisfi-eetime, Tortorelli enjoys boating and basketball. He also enjoys travelling and visited Germany this past summer.
Ms. Melissa Cardulla by Tim Paschke Ms. Melissa Cardulla has infiltrated the ranks of the Maine South science department this year. Originally from the nearby suburb of Northbrook, she received her high school diploma from Glenbrook South. Later she completed her undergraduate studies at Val-
paraiso and earned her master's degree f i ' ^ ^ Northwestern. She teacher science and c h ^ ^ ^ istry at South, filling the gap left by newlyappointed department chairperson Greg Dietz. In her spare time Ms. Cardulla enjoys, "running, running, and running." In the snowy months she takes pleasure in a tad of cross-country skiing. Cardulla was drawn to the Maine Township, especially Maine South, by its great reputation. "I heard the kids were very responsible and liked to learn, "she emphasized. She also noted the reputable district and the streak of nationally commendable test scores thatMaine South boasts. Cardulla's philosophy on learning is decidedly fantastic. "I think learning is intrinsically valuable. I want the kids to leave my classroom with a love of learning. Too much emphasis is placed on getting an "A." Learning should happen for the sake of learning."
Mr. Michael Ritter by Michelle Dulski Mr. Michael Ritter, the appUed arts J M ^ technology chairman, is one of the new f ^ ^ V of the Maine South faculty. Before he came to South he was the regional system directorat the Career Preparation Network, where he directed apprenticeships, internships, and grants for four high schools and one community college. Ritter is usually very busy at school with the everyday problems and pleasures in the business, home economics, and applied technology. However, in his free time Ritter enjoys raising and breeding his Shetland sheepdogs, camping and horsebook riding. Most of his reading consists of professional magazines and books found through suggestions from courses he attends over the summer.
Ms. Catherine Lee-Chin by Beth C. McCabe Maine Township welcomes Ms. Catherine Lee-Chin, a teacher of English I at Maine South and English II at Maine East. This Portland, OR, native comes to District 1A& with degrees firom both Occidental C o l l ^ ^ and Roosevelt University. When asked why she chose the Maine schools, Lee-Chin replied, "Maine Township has a great reputa-
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on for academic excellence." When not teaching, Lee-Chin enjoys attending concerts and sporting events, playing her guitar and writing. She hopes to give her students "an appreciation for literature and an understanding of its connection to the human condition."
Dr. Sam Reese by Alison Milnamow and Kate Rowland If he cannot be found in his office in the library. Dr. Sam Reese, Maine Township's new technology chairperson, might be located in the writing lab, the business department office, or teaching Math-BASIC, PASCAL, and C programming classes. Reese is an Illinois native, a graduate of the University of Illinois and Eastern Illinois University, and has taught in District 64 for the past eight years. He now comes to Maine Township to assist with major technical improvements, "especially the large networking projects." He hopes his students will then realize how technology can be used to help students learn at advanced levels. When not fiddling with computers, Reese jis an avid reader and bird watcher in addition 'to being a jazz fan.We are happy to welcome Reese to the administration and to Maine Township.
I New faculty: Arteaga, Thetard, Francois, Johnson and Tortorelli office. Johnson's arrival here brings an change in the fate of the rule infractors of Maine South Previously a special education teacher at Maine East, Johnson sponsored the Pom Pom squad, the Horseback Riding Club, and Class Council. "I haven't yet awakened to the family atmosphere of Maine South," admits Johnson. Don't expect this to have any impact on her duties, though. "I don't favor punishment but [rather] consequence," she explains. "Students must face the consequences for their actions and expect them while they are breaking the laws."
Mrs. JoAnn Johnson by Antoine Mickiewicz The old game of cops and robbers that teenagers and teachers play has entered a very new chapter. Entering the scene is Mrs. JoAnn Johnson, the successor to Mr. Bitta's dean's FiRSr OM OF SCHOOL AND t^m AU?gflt3V ON THE.
Johnson is ready to satisfy her position as Dean. "Hopefully with time I will be able to remember everybody's names and faces, and become a full-fledged Hawk."
But that*s not all, folks! Due to time and space constraints, we were unable to profile all of the faculty members new to Maine South this year. Look for the remaining neophytes in the SepL 29 issue of Southwards.
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Reinvigorated lab is yet unfinished by Natalie Mazzuca A half-finished writing lab greeted students when school resumed this August. Improvements on the Maine Township writing labs were authorized in July after a year and a half of waiting in English departments throught the district. Each school received 60 new Dell Pentium computers. Keyboards, processors and mice arrived before the beginning of classes, however monitors, wiring and servers necessary to make the network accessable have not arrived yet. These pieces of the network are expected on Sept. 18.
Each lab will have two laser printers instead of one to increase the speed of printing. Drop-ins will no longer be allowed to use the center area to work; rather they will have to use empty space in one of the main labs because no computers will be installed in this area. If both labs are in use by classes, drop-ins may fill seats not in use; however, in this case many drop-ins will end up turned away. With the new additions to the lab, overcrowding may become a problem. English teacher Mike Deines believes the new lab's features will lure students to its terminals. "When we are able to get our writing labs up
and running, I think more students than ^ ^ ^ will want to take advantage of the new o p ^ ^ ^ tunities for producing writing projects for all their classes," said Deines. The writing labs are the most used spaces in the school, averaging 65,000 periods of use per year through the three years they have been in operation. The new labs are expected to be more reliable, with fewer technical problems and more speed than the previous labs. The old IBM PC's were moved into the Corvus lab, room CI 14, replacing the computers that were previously in the Corvus lab.
College Night to be held at Maine West by Kara Wipf Choosing a college is a difficult decision, and requires much thought, advice and information.With fast-approaching college application deadlines, seniors, and even juniors, sophomores and freshmen will benefit from the upcoming College Night. Students from all three Maine Township schools are invited and encouraged to attend District 207' s annual College Night to be held
Wed., Sept. 20, at Maine West High School from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Maine West is located at 1755 S. Wolf, in Des Plaines. This year the event will feature about 200 colleges and universities, both public and private. In addition to two-year community colleges. Students will be able to speak with college representatives, ask questions and pick up literature about each college at booths that will be set up. Schools that are included
Semi-finalists 6,900 scholarships, a total of about $26 million, come from various sources. NMSC itself will award 2,000 scholarships of $2,000 each. The money for the National Merit $2,000 scholarships comes from supporting businesses and NMSC's own funds. The other 6,900 scholarships are composed of approximately 1,100 corporatesponsored and 3,800 college-sponsored scholarships. Most corporate sponsors grant
continued from page 1 scholarships to students whose family members are part of the company. A college will award a scholarship to a student if the finalist has not received one of the other scholarships, specified the college as his first choice on the finalist apphcation and has appUed for admission to that college. The NMSC will announce the finahsts in Feb., and award scholarships in the spring of 1996.
Upcoming Events Wednesday, September 20 Thursday, September21 Monday, September 25
this year are Harvard University, Unversity of Michigan, Duke University, University of Notre Dame, Princeton University and Carleton College. Additionally, the evening will feature two financial aid meetings at 7:15 and 8:15 p.m. Students that have questions should ask Ms. Cannon in the Career Resource Center, and everyone interested should plan on at; tending.
College Night at Maine West Half Day (No School pm) Rosh Hashanah - No School
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Football opens with a split by Vic Demartino The Maine South varsity football team opened the season against West Suburban Silver powerhouse York. The Hawks expected a tough game and were not disappointed. Early on, the game was rolling in favor of York as they jumped out to a 9-0 lead. Brian Schmitz kicked a 35 yard field goal to make the score 9-3. York came back with two scores around halftime and ran up a 21-3 lead by the end of the third quarter. The fourth quarter brought an awakening of the offensive juggernaut as the Hawks
rolled for 22 unanswered points. John Schacke had an excellent game going 14 of 20 for 215 yards passing and a nine yard touchdown run. Brad Mulvihill added a five yard touchdown run to make the score 21-16. The final score was bulled in by George Czerwionka from the one yard line, giving the Hawks a 22-21 victory. Next, the Hawks faced a fierce Evanston team. The Hawks, more determined than ever, came out to play against the highly ranked Wildkits. They jumped out to a 21-0 lead behind a powerful offensive line and another
strong game by Schacke. Czerwionka started the scoring with a one yd. TD run, followed by a 21 yd. touchdown reception by Rick Tosch. Schacke took in a three yd. QB keeper for a TD. Evanston's speed caught up with the Hawks as they scored 21 straight points. The Hawks were not down and never stopped fighting, as Schacke hit Scott Gatziolas for a 10 yard touchdown. The Wildkits scored twice more and the Hawks lost a heart breaker by the score of 35-28. Evanston's speed proved too much for the Hawks.
Soccer wins its first tournament
by Wes Crampton Two weeks ago the Maine South varsity soccer team earned fu-st place in the Barrington tournament. In the first game, the Hawks played Crystal Lake South. Although the team did not play well, it did pull out a victory on a goal by Matt Huettinger with 2:30 to play, Frank PonticeUi assisted with a wonderful throw-in on the goal. Mike Semel earned the
shutout with the help of the defense. In the second game, a Thomas Buszydlo goal tied the game for the Hawks. The Hawks were spurred on by Kurt Kuempel in this contest. In the third and final game of the tournament, Brian Wolfe and Jim Griffith tallied goals for the Hawks to give them a 2-1 win and the tourney crown. The sophomores were
victorious at their level of the Barrington tournament as well. The varsity Hawks also defeated Oak Park by a score of 3-0, on goals by Mike Krull, Huettinger and Buszydlo. The junior varsity Hawks are still undefeated after their first game against Oak Park. Despite remaining undefeated, the JV Hawks were disappointed with their play against Oak Park.
Cross -country starts strong by Brian Shields The boys' cross-country team began its season with a triangular meet with Maine East and Maine West at home on August 29. After two weeks of practice, everyone was curious to see how well the team would run against strong teams like Maine West and Maine East. To most people's surprise, the Hawks ran away with wins over both teams. The Hawks beat East by a score of 23-35 and West by a 1943 differential. The question of who would fill the void left by last year's top runner. Jack Kafel, was answered by senior Paul Berke who blew away the competition winning his first race by nearly a minute (15:56). Berke was followed by Joe Guest (5th, 17:11), Bryan Dayton (6th, 17:19), George Hartman (7th, 17:30), Dustin Puckett (8th 17:31), and Ted Gayford (10th, 17:54). The Hawks also participated in the Lyons Township Invite. Thirteen teams were invited to the meet, each proved to be tough competition. Maine South finished eighth at the competitive Invite. Again Berke lead the way for the Hawks, finishing first on the team and thirteenth overall with an amazing time of 15:07. Berke's finish was very impressive against the fierce competition of the meet.
Though a long season remains for the Hawks, Coach Drennan says that the team looks very solid and could go very far this year if the runners are willing to work. On the fi-osh-soph level, Maine South went 1-1, beating Maine West while losing to East. The frosh-soph TT
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Hawks off to a great start by Katie Rybak The girls on the cross country team whose season began Aug. 15, have proven already that all their hard work has not gone to waste. Though the team battles through creeks, sewage and mosquitos during practice, the finish in their first meet held Aug. 29th gave reason to rejoice. Maine South beat both Maine East C23-34) and Maine West (26-31), and sopho-
more runner Elizabeth Gibbons placed first overall with a time of 12:52. Gibbons, who received All-Conference honors last year as a freshman, will be the one to watch in the 1995 season. Along with her great finish in the team's first meet, she placed first in the Lyons Invitational in the freshman sophomore division with a time of 12:12. Although the team has not placed well over-
all, the individual efforts that have been displayed will make a difference. Other excellent efforts which were displayed in the last two meets include those of Johanna Zumer (4th in district meet) and Sara Payne (7th). With the goals for the upcoming season set high and many days of practice behind them, the girls cross country team is ready for any challenge.
Girls' tennis finishies fourtii in meet by Michelle Dulski The varsity tennis team placed fourth in their meet on Sat. Sept. 2 at Fremd, only to fall behind two exceptional teams, Hersey and St. Charles. The team, composed of four returning seniors: Karin Beaumont, Theresa Brown, Maureen Jamieson, and Kiki Athanasopou-
los, and six strong sophomores, is looking solid. Mrs. Bondi, the girls' head coach, is noticing that the team is becoming more competitive and aggresi ve. She hopes that play will be closer against strong teams hke Deerfield and Glenbrook South. Though individual
matches have been won in the past against these schools, a whole team victory would be difficult but satisfying. The positive attitudes and the willingness to work in the offseason will be a great factor for the team's success and the Hawks are looking forward to a great season.
Maine South volleyball ready for the competition by Laura Huber goal of never placing into the consolation The Maine South spikers have had a rocky bracket of a tournament. The team is striving start to their season. Starting off on Aug. 30 for an above .500 overall record 95% accuagainst Waukegan, the team took the Bull- rate serves and 90% serve reception. With dogs to three close games, but couldn't come these ambitions in mind, the spikers hope to out on top. They also participated in the earn the conference and regional tides plus Conant Classic on Sept. 1 and 2 and finished the championship in the Resurrection Tourin the third place pool. This fell short of their nament.
The Hawks have had a slow start, but^ rising fast. Their serves come strong accurate, and their setters run plays that dumbfound many opponents. With their fast and on target spikes, the best advice that can be given to any competition is that they had better beware, because the girls' volleyball team is ready for anything.
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by Christina Atanowsky Maine South's girls' swim team is going for the win in the 1995 season. "This is a mystery season," says varsity coach Mr. Deger, "We are hoping for at least third place in conference, but if times improve over the season we can do even better." The team is led by senior Sandy Anselmini and junior Laura Beckerdite, both of whom won All-Conference honors last year. Many of the swimmers from last year's team are returning, as well as four swimmers who came up from last years JV team. The varsity swim team will also be looking to the two freshmen who made the squad Emily Smythe and Megan Sarran, for great performances. With a lot of hard work in their future and a meet today against Maine East, the swimming Hawks hope to accomphsh all of their goals.
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