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In This Issue:

NEWS: NEW CONDUCT POLICY

COMMENTARY: AMOTHER ISSUE OF RESPECT

FEATURES: STUDENT EXCHANGE

SPORTS: GIRLS' SOCCER

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

Assistant Coach of the YeaiL

by Mr. Craig Fallico The Maine South faculty has a reputa tion for excellence in and out of the classroom.

Many teachers have been recognized for this excellence in their teaching abiUties and successes in after-school programs.

Coach Dennis McCann, who motivated and enthused thousands of athletes in his short thirty-year career, is one of these teachers. Because of his tireless dedi-

cation and commitment to the sport of wrestling, he has been honored with numerous awards including hall of fame status.

In previous years he had been named four-time Catholic League Coach of the Year and Educator of the Year. He received the Indiana State Board of Education Award of Merit in 1993 and was inducted into the Maine South Hall of Fame in 1997.

This year, the coach received yet another

plaque to add to his collection. He was named the 2002 Assistant Coach of The Year by the Illinois WrestUng Coaches and Officials Association for the guidance he provided to the varsity wrestling team.

"The Maine South Grapplers have won over 200 dual meets in just over ten years, and the program has become very respected throughout the state. The common denominator in this rise is our mentor and leader Coach Dennis McCann," reflects Mr. Fallico, the head coach of the varsity wrestling team.

Hall of fame induction

by Emily Haak On Saturday, April 27,2002, veteran varsity girls' basketball and softball coach Mike Deines was inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association's Hall of Fame at IlUnois State University in Normal. Mr. Deines has been coaching for 24 years and was recognized for his dedication to the girls' basketball program, as well as his winning record of 430-237.

Mr. Deines feels honored and excited to be recognized with other renowned coaches in the state, but he feels that the true accomplishment lies with the over 650 games played and the generations of players who have laid the foundation for the strong athletic program at Maine South. He feels that /^

the award reflects not only on his personal accomplishments, but more importantly, the many girls uniformed in red, black, and white who have made the program the skillful and competitive machine that it is today. For him, it is extremely rewarding to have that history recognized by fellow respected coaches in Illinois.

Mr. Deines' coaching strategies have not changed after the recent accolade. When asked what his goals for his teams were, he responded that they were the same as his first year of coaching: "To be as

ready as we can be for the next game." By focusing on the small technicalities, he feels that the larger picture seems to fall into place by itself.

Out of so many years j coaching, Mr. Deines fine it impossible to pick one favorite coaching memory. He says that as long as it is still rewarding and enjoyable to coach, he plans to continue.

Hundreds of Hawk athletes found leadership in Mr Deines as a gifted coach, and as long as he remains, many more will benefit from his wisdom and experience. =^

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May 10, 1865 - Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy, is captured by the Union.

May 10, 1869 - The first U.S. transcontinental railroad is completed with a ceremony at Promontory Point, Utah.

May 10, 1930 - The Adler Planetarium opened to the public in Chicago, IL. May 10, 1960 - Winston Churchill becomes the British prime minister.

May 10, 1994 - Nelson Mandela is inaugurated as the first black president of South Africa. ^

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

New conduct policy

by Caroline Kim The 2002-2003 school year will begin with a new extra-curricular code of conduct policy in effect for all Maine Township High Schools. The chairperson for the new policy is Dr. Rose Garlasco, the Assistant Principal of Students at Maine South. She has met with several coaches, teachers, and students in order to ensure the policy will be fair and applicable for everyone.

However, as of late, all the exact changes have not been determined. The details will be presented in a proposal for the School Board of Education to approve within the next couple of weeks.

Maine South is one of the last schools that does not have an extra-curricular code of conduct policy that is applicable 24 hours a day, for 365 days a year as a cumulative high school record. The current code of conduct does not allow the school to interfere about a student's conduct off of the campus, but with the new |code, students will face consequences for their actions off school property. Furthermore, the current policy enables students to start a new record each year, but starting next year, the conduct record will be cumulative of all four years of high school.

This will not be a zero tolerance procedure, however. If zero tolerance would be used, a student would be cut from all of his or her activities after any breach of guidelines, but that will not be implemented.

Dr. Garlasco stated, "When students are involved in extra-curricular activities, whether it is sports, fine arts, and/or other activities, they are representing the school,

Therefore, there should be consequences involved if they are engaged in behavior that is inappropriate."

The general category of extra-curricular activities is divided into three sub-categories: fine arts, sports, clubs/activities. Clubs

cess throughout the student's high school career.

For example, if a student obtains a first offense during freshmen year while participating in a sport, he or she will not be able to participate for 40% of the season. Fortunately, 10% of that 40% can be taken off if the student agrees to a prevention program, depending on the infraction.

Yet if the seune thing occurs again sophomore year while the student is still part of athletics along with Scholastic Bowl and the cast for a play, there will be consequences to face for all three categories. Since it is the second time an infraction occurred while being involved in a sport, the student will be removed from the sport and will not be able to participate in any sport for one calendar year. After one calendar year, the student can petition to the athletic director to be involved in sports again.

Finally, if the student violates the code again during junior year while in a sport and Scholastic Bowl again, the student will not be able to participate in athletics for the remainder of that student's high school years and will incur the second consequence for Scholastic Bowl.

In light of the new policy. Dr. Garlasco hopes students will learn from their mistakes instead being reprimanded for them immediately. The consequences will also serve as a method of intervention. It is hoped that the added knowledge of possible consequences for a student's conduct will dissuade students from engaging in inappropriate behavior.

"When students are involved in extra-curricular activities, whether it is sports, fine arts, and/ or other activities, they are representing the school.

" -Dr. Rose Garlasco

and activities only apply to those that are classified as being high profile and competitive groups such as Hawkettes, DECA, and Mathletes. Also, each section will have different provisions in order to accommodate for the differences in the activities.

The new policy will focus specifically on alcohol, drugs, and behavior-citizenship.

Behavior-citizenship is defined as inappropriate behavior such as insubordination or physical fighting and any illegal conduct such as assault or battery.

The consequences for violations of this code will be based on percentages. The change in policy will be a three-step pro-

And the award goes to.

by Monica Bysiecki Maine South students receive many opportunities to produce Uterature that represents themselves and the student body.

Whether this be through writing poems for Equinox or editing layouts for the annual yearbook, opportunities are everywhere.

Recently, such a student was recognized for the work that she has accomplished.

Tracy Schmidt, who is a commentary editor of Southwords, an editor of Equinox, and an editor of Eyrie, received an honorable mention in the 2002 IlUnois Journalist of the

Year competition. Randy Swinkle, the UEA state director stated that in this year's competition, " [The association] had outstanding entries ."

The event, sponsored by the Illinois Journalism Education Association, was judged on a portfolio of the contestants' work and an essay on their accomplishments in journalism. Some recognizable features that were included in Tracy's portfolio was her commentary io'i Southwords on poor student behavior, a yearbook layout she designed.

and copies oiEquinox that she edited, among other things. Besides her extracurricular contributions to Miiine South, she also writes a column pubhshed in 17 newspapers and was an intern for John Kass, a columnist at the Chicago Tribune.

Tracy has dedicated much time and effort to her writing aspirations. Her studies in high school and her extracurricular activities have been directed toward a writing career, which she plans to pursue in college.

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

â&#x20AC;˘Student Opinion

A last chanced

By Megan Gibbons Seventeen people were killed Friday, April 26,2002, in another school shooting in Germany. The days all of us in America spent with our eyes glued to the television after Columbine will be relived in Erfurt, Germany in the days to come. It is terrifying to think that this massacre has occured once again in this society which is slowly turning so cold.

The seventeen deaths, including the gunman, are shocking, and leave us all wondering what on earth can be done to stop this madness.

However, what has left me stunned is the fact that thirteen of the seventeen victims were teachers.

Despite the rude comments and the hard times they surely faced, they returned to the classroom day after day willing to give entirely of themselves. They could never have imagined all of their hard work would steal away their lives.

I cannot even imagine where Maine South would be without the guidance of each and every teacher here. I am sure we have all had our misunderstandings and differences in opinions with a teacher, yet, they have led us to where we stand today.

We are surrounded by teachers so willing to give of their extra time and who have left us with such fine direction. My first thought as I read of this tragedy was of the teachers that grace our halls each day. I realized how blessed the students here are to be influenced by so many wonderful people.

As I watched the horrible scenes from Erfurt I understood just how important it is for all of us to embrace the extraordinary teachers around us. Perhaps there might be grudges against a few who might not have given us the grade we wanted at the semester, but we all need to look past it.

Whether there were fights over grades or hours of help and understanding after school, they have shaped who we have become. Thus, it is imperative that we walk away with gratitude in our hearts thankful that our teachers continue to don our classrooms.

by Jim Puis It was going to be a completely worthless pursuit.

Two weeks ago, by a complete stroke of luck, I found myself representing Maine South High School at the ICTM State Final Math Meet. The path there had been a surprising one; at the regional meet, I had gotten a score of 28, just short of the qualifying mark of 30.

I had been preparing to accept the disappointment and move on with my senior year when our head coach, Mr. Andrews, told me what had happened.

Due to low average scores and a need to guarantee sufficient competition, the standard had been lowered; now, my 28 would qualify me for the state meet.

Initially, I was ecstatic. After all, this was my chance to make the season go on just a little bit further, meaning more math for me! Call me crazy, but I quickly told Coach Andrews that I would be glad to attend.

His response was one of mild surprise.

Certainly, he told me, it would probably be an improper utilization of my time. Besides, I would have to get myself to and from the meet. The rest of the teams would certainly try and intimidate me by bringing dozens of calculators more powerful than my own.

Morning came on April 27*. I donned my Maine South Senior Mathletes t-shirt and drove towards Urbana, to the meet venue at the University of Illinois. My dad had volunteered to accompany me; surely he was showing some pity for his son's two and a

half hour commute to get to a one-hour competition.

Arriving at a cold, rainy campus, it was a short walk across the quad to the opening ceremony. From that point, it began to occur to me why I was there.

I walked to the division 4AA registration desk. Walking up and saying, "Hello, I represent Maine South High School," I handed the official a printed copy of the team roster, consisting of my name only.

He invited me to enter the auditorium for the opening ceremony.

N o r mally, students participate in at]| letics anc other interscholastic activities for a few reasons: to prove that they're better than other people, to hang out with friends on the team, and to feel a sense of belonging.

None of these any longer applied to me; I certainly had no leg up on anybody else, I was attending the meet by myself, and I was about as fitting in this crowd as a straight Une in a non-Euclidean plane.

I learned at this meet, though, that there is another, possibly more important reason that people participate in interscholastic activities.

No matter what the circumstances, no matter what the outcome, any Maine S o u U ^ athlete is being a manifestation of the s c h c ^ B and its traditions of pride and respect.

While some say winning is everything, I found the opposite to be true: winning is only a bonus to proud competition.

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SOUTHWORDS • MAY 10, 2002

Student Opinion

Another issue of respect

by Caroline Kim On April 18, 2002, I was sitting in the spectator gym with my friends while attending the Spring Sports Assembly. Although I had homework in my lap, I still heard everything that was said by each of the speakers. I also heard the countless comments of others around me. Assemblies are a part of tradition here at Maine South and are a chance for Maine South's students to be commended for their efforts and success.

Yet, much to my dismay, something besides the heat bothered me a lot that day. It was something that I observed from the beginning until the end of the assembly.

The first 'thing was the small number of people who stood up as the band played the school's fight song. It was definitely a smaller number than at the last assembly; the only ones I saw were the faculty and everyone on the stage.

Then I noticed the warm, enthusiastic welcome Bears player Dez White received as he walked in. Even though there was a small murmur going on throughout his speech, people listened and kept quiet for the most part as he spoke. White's exit was again accompanied by warm enthusiasm.

Finally, my third major observation was the relatively small applause given to Max Ortega after he played the piano as well as the audible talking throughout his whole piece.

As I reflected on these three images in my head, I felt that something was not right.

Why was it that the only big excitement I saw—besides maybe the cheering con|test—was when Dez White came to speak?

Why was it that there wasn't more excitement when the school's song was played?

Where was the school spirit?

Even more, when someone within our

own school performed a piece in front of more than 2,000 people, why was the piano heard as well as rude students' voices? What could this indicate?

Yes, I know the gym was hot which added to the restlessness of people as they sat through an hour of speeches. Restlessness is inevitable, but that doesn't call for a lack of respect.

Dez White didn't give the most monumental speech ever, but a relative amount of silence was obtained. However, after a few measures into M a x ' s piece, a consistent talking a r o s e among the audience.

People seemed almost oblivious to the performance and just continued to talk.

True, it was something new in the agenda of our assemblies. However, something new in the assemblies does not at all justify the talking. At a concert hall, the whole audience does not talk during the performance; the performance is the only thing that is heard.

In a recent issue of Southwards, student disresjject towards authority as well as to other students was discussed. At the assembly, I clearly observed a display of this disrespect towards one of our own classmates.

We were able to have such respect for a stranger, whom we only know through the media; yet when one of us went up to center stage, we neglected to listen to a much-prepared performance.

Was this just a one-time occurrence? I hope so. I would like to think that more people try to be considerate to others, but how true is that?

Respect only comes with a conscious effort to display it; if we don't choose to be respectful, sooner or later, we too won't be respected either.

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Cubs Games. 'Nuff said.

-Lee Regner, '02

The warm weather and a long vacation! Air conditioning is bliss!

-Russ Piant, '05

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Waking up because I want to and not because I have to.

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Going on family vacations, and spending time with my friends and family.

-Monica O'Connor, '04

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

staff Opinion

A necessary apology*

by Deanna Oleske

On January 26, 2002, the issue of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church came to media fame. Since then, over 500 cases have been recognized and over 270 priests have resigned from their positions.

There was recently a meeting at the Vatican where Cardinals from the United States alone attended. Only once before in history were only the United States' Cardinals summoned to the Vatican. This was to discuss the issue that was putting a shadow over their religion. However, aboUshing the celibacy vow and having women priests were not on the agenda.

In order for a priest to be "fired" from his position, a meeting with a council of members must be coordinated and a sort of trial must be performed. This way of removing priests has been preformed for centuries. The only other way a priest can exit the priesthood is an official resignation.

It was decided during the summit to have a "zero tolerance" policy toward sexual assault on minors. What "zero tolerance" means in this case is that the priest can commit one offense and removed from ministry duties, but if those offenses are repeated then

the priest will be expelled fi-om the clergy.

With the amount of cases coming forth, it would be years of meetings and discussion in order to get rid of a single abusing priest.

Do you know the only reason why the Catholic Church doesn't allow priests to get married? It dates back to the 11th century when by papal law the land went directly to the eldest son. By restricting marriage the Vatican grew extremely rich and now the Catholic Church is the wealthiest in the

world.

I do not understand many aspects of the growing number of class-action lawsuits: Why is it that even though many people are suing the archdioceses of different cities for sexual abuse the priests are not arrested or jailed? Why is it okay for a priest to molest a child even only once? Why are these priests not being arrested for being pedophiles? Why are they above the law?

Who says that it's okay?

My prediction for the next ten years: if the CathoUc Church does not put women in major roles in the clergy and these lawsuits persist then the Catholic Church will become not only bankrupt but there will be no one to lead mass.

Many people in these lawsuits simply want an apology for having their trust in their faith shattered.

An apology. An apology for years ^^k sexual abuse and psychiatrist fees. An a p ^ ^ ^ ogy for shattering the only "innocent" thing in the world: religion. An apology for not setting an example when leading a mass group of people to be pure and good.

An apology is not much to ask for.

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

Hazing: a hurtful means to fit in

by Madeleine Agaton Oh, I don't feel so good. Why do I feel so dizzy and nauseated? Let's see, maybe it was the barrel of beers the boys brought to the party. Maybe it was the boys making me run around in my boxers? Man, it was cold. Well, I have to do it if I want to be a member. Wait, why is my mom here?

Where am I? What "Bobby" doesn't know is that he is in the hospital for alcohol poisoning.

Some members of a fraternity watched in laughter as he got drunk and "messed up."

"Hey, he wants to be in," they reason.

Though informed about the rules and regulations of fraternities and sororities, some members decide to abuse their leadership positions, sometimes hurting their new recruits.

This abuse, otherwise known as hazing, includes any harassment by mental or physical abuse, or any form of action not hsted as permissible in fraternity/sorority law or within school regulations according to the Fraternity Insurance Purchasing Group (FIPG). Hazing is illegal, and under Ilhnois law is a Class A misdemeanor and a Class 4 felony if it results in bodily harm.

The fines range from $50-$500O, and punishment as harsh as a possible month sentence.

Hazing has been around for centuries

since the Classical era and in the histories of many cultures throughout the world, according to Lincoln Keiser, a former fraternity member. Michael J. Daley, who conducted a survey, argues that many people use the rationale that these acts of hazing are traditional, but such acts Uke the ones listed in an ABC NEWS article by Kevin Newman were clearly not traditional. These acts included a young student who died because of forced alcohol drinking as well as one who fell from a cliff.

In a CNN news article, two in five students who rushed were subjected to illegal activity. With so many dangerous acts committed as a result of hazing, it is clear that there is a problem.

In a MSNBC article, Jeff Warden, a.k.a "Bobby," stood in below zero degree temperature at Big Bear, California, and binged on beer, in order to join a fraternity. He is now suing the fraternity. To Robert Myers, this is not a surprising action since he reported that nearly half of new recruits are forced to do humiliating and dangerous acts while being hazed. Many report feeling humiliated and embarrassed.

Why do these acts continue in the Greek system? First, a study done by Alfred University reports that 40% of students who knew about hazing would not report it. In a

Student artists shine

by Rachel Kalom Throughout the month of May, student work from Maine South's visual arts department will once again hang on the walls of Brickton Gallery and Art Center in uptown Park Ridge.

Each spring, the visual arts faculty members invite students from all levels of art, photography and design and materials to select a piece to be put on display.

The students chosen are honored with a departmental award for demonstrating both skill and a strong work ethic. Teachers select individuals who they feel have been dedicated throughout the year to resolving the asthetic issues of content and process as well as acting as a positive influence on classmates.

In addition to receiving the honor of seeing their work on display, students learn about the process of arranging a gallery show and selecting work suitable for framing. Students are responsible for making a final choice as well as taking their work for professional framing. For many students, this exhibition provides a first opportunity to show the public their artwork.

On May 1, students were invited to bring their families and friends to a gallery opening at Brickton and a first chance to see their work as well as their peers'. Any students interested in seeing some great work in a sophisticated gallery should stop by Brickton Gallery and Art Center, 147 S. Vine, right across the sfreet from city hall.

similar survey, CNN reports the figure to be 60%. People are allowing hazing to happen, even the school faculty and its leaders.

It is reported that 26% believe that the school's help would not improve the situation and would actually make it worse to bring the issue to the attention of the student body and alumnae.

In addition, Michael J. Daley's survey showed that most students beheved hazing to be fun. They view it as a bonding experience, and when pledging, no one asks questions or reasons for performing some of these radical acts because they are scared to do so.

It is true that the degree of the problem depends on the individual pledging. He or she does choose to join and has the option not to go through with hazing. The problem is that some of these acts are illegal and are damaging to a person's mental and physical state. Greek societies are supposed to be fun, educational, and an institution to help build a fellowship of friends, not to hurt.

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Britt Frederiksen Megan Gibbons News Editors Monica Bysiecki CaroUne Kim Commentary Editors Dearma Oleske Tracy Schmidt Features Editors Eileen Collins Emily Haak Sports Editors Austin Gibbons Kristi Katz Production Editors Jim Puis Dan Saavedra Core Photographers Rachel Kalom Core Staff Artist Salena Retsos T.R, Kerth Advisor

Editors-in-Chief

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

Life after high school

by Amanda La Bonar, Josh Anderson, and Jerry Dhamer As the end of Maine South's school year make that choice and attempt to work and quickly approaches, the minds of many se- continue their education. Students who atniors are occupied by thoughts of prom, tend college often find themselves working graduation, and summer activities. More so, part-time jobs to help with the expenses. the Class of 2002 is anxiously anticipating College is a financial consideration many moving forward in their parents plan for from the lives. Soon it will be beginning. Plans like the time for these eighteen529 prepaid tuitions in Illiyear-old adults to expe- 95.8% of Maine South nois are helping parents rience a life of indepenstart to save. This money is graduates last year dence and endless transferable between family went on to post high choices. members, can be used at out of state schools, and can Most seniors will school education. lock in tuition. continue their education, whether they atAccording to the College tend a 4-year college, 2-year college, trade of Illinois website school, or the military. Some may join an (www.collegeininois.com) parents are recon-the-job training program to gain their ommended to "start laying the foundation apprenticeship while others may venture for your child's future. The earlier you start, straight into the workforce. Still, a few are the easier it will be to accomplish your eduundecided about what next year holds for cational goal." But what about those who them. haven't plaimed for college, who have just In 1998, four years of high school seemed made the decision to attend a college?

According to a survey conducted by like forever, and life after Maine South was unimaginable to the new freshman. By jun- American Express, 70% of parents are conior year, ACTs, SATs, and planning for the cerned about paying for college and 36% future began to overwhelm, excite, and even have not yet begun saving. The survey also intimidate some. By the time these fresh- found that although 81% of parents plan to man reached their senior year, most in the class of 2002 agreed that the high school years went by entirely too fast.

To look to the future of Maine South students, it is easiest to look at the past. The class of 2001 is a good estimator of the class of 2002.

Last year, 95.8% of students went on to a post high school education.

Of those, 75% went to a 4-year college and 17.1% went to a 2-year school.

Although most Maine South students go on to college, many different paths apply for financial aid, only 36% feel inare taken. From last year's class, 4.2% did formed about the application process. not seek post high school education. Of those Students depend heavily on grant, student students, .96% went into the mihtary and loans, their parents, and work to pay for the 2.7% began full-time employment. Both expense of college. Of 100 surveyed Maine these statistics show a decline from the pre- South students who are planning to attend vious year. college next year, 89% said their parents Will this trend continue? Will Maine were going to help them financially.

South students continue to choose college For many going to an out-of-state colover the job market? Many students do not lege is an extra expense. For an Illinois resi-

dent to attend the University of IlUnois at Urbana-Champaign it would cost nearly $13,000. An out of state resident attending the same school would have to pay almost $8,000 more.

Similar differences occur in all public state school across the nation. As for private schools, their total cost can range anywhere from the $10,000 to $40,000 a year.

Students, however, may receive more financial aid from a private school than they might from a pubUc school.

With all this in mind, including scholarships and parental influence, choosing a college is not easy. Sometimes students are forced to sacrifice the school they want to attend for financial reasons. Some students even decide to take a year off after graduating high school to save money.

According to Mrs. Cannon, "Many students can't afford out of state tuition, while others don't want to worry about paying o student loans. After four years on their ow;' Âť many students find it difficult moving back home, and don't want to have student loans as afinancialburden." Graduates can spend years after college trying to pay off their loans, especially if they continue their education beyond four years.

May 1 was the universal deadline for responding to colleges. As the final days of high school dwindle away, seniors are making hfe-altering decisions.

Heads Eire spinning from crunching numbers and eyes are hurting from filling out so many forms. The anxiety that comes with the wait period is over; the anxiety that comes with the uncertainty of a new school begins.

With so many choices, students must Usten to their heart and follow the path they truly want to. As the proclaimed best four years of their Uves come to an end, many begin to wonder what is outside the walls of Maine South.

The style of writing an essay, math formulas, and historical dates have firmly b e e ^ ^ pounded into seniors' heads for the last f o u ^ ^ years. Personalities have developed and friendships have been made. The Class of 2002 is ready to move forward.

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2002

A Maine exchange

by Caroline Kim On May 1, Maine East and Maine South students temporarily transferred to each other's school. East and South students participated in a student exchange as part of Hawk Pride at South and Premier Profile at East. The goal of the opportunity to shadow students at the other school was to increase communication and to find out what it is like at another Maine Township school. Two days before the South-East exchange. East and West exchanged as well.

The exchange between East and South seemed to bring into the light their differences. South has a predominantly Caucasian population, but East has a very diverse one. 40% of its students are bom in another country; 70% speak another language, 52

languages in all. After spending the whole day at East, South students agreed that the diversity was definitely the most different characteristic of East. East's principal, Mr. David Barker, commented, "You can't walk more than ten feet without hearing another language."

Besides the diversity, other distinctions exist between the two schools. Every Wednesday, East ends the day at 2:25 p.m. instead of the normal 2:50 p.m. schedule, excluding the flap, because it's Collaboration Day, and the early release allows teachers to have meetings. Furthermore, the teacher's dress policy is more lenient than the teacher's at South so casual dress is more common.

Another major difference is that school spirit is more evident at South. The principal at East noted that the seeming lack of school spirit is due to the various ethnicities present at East and the fact that students come from five different towns rather than having a majority from a single town or two.

Even though East and South are different in so many ways, no school can be deemed as better than the other Each school is unique in its own way.

The student exchange proved to be a learning experience for all involved. It is hoped that next year the student exchange will occur again and continue to improve the communication amongst the Maine Township High Schools.

A n American hero

by Eileen Collins The events of September 11th have inspired Americans to search for today's heroes. The firefighters and doctors who saved lives that day are honored as the heroes of the 21st century. They were workers doing their job who managed to become the most important factor in the fight for survival. Americans everywhere have come to see that ordinary people can become heroes in extraordinary situations.

This is true in the case of a common craftsman who became one of the greatest Revolutionary War heroes. Paul Revere's famous midnight ride alerted America of the dangers to come. Today, May 10, marks the 184th anniversary of Revere's death.

In a time when heroes are rare, but needed.

Revere offers a certain comfort. His memory lives on proving that anyone can be a hero.

Revere was bom in 1734 in Boston. He was one of nine children of Apollos Rivoire, a French immigrant. Revere had a normal life. He finished his apprenticeship and went on to become the town's goldsmith/silversmith.

The main difference between Paul Revere and his fellow townsmen was his courage. At the age of 22, Revere volunteered

to fight the French at Lake George in New York. This was the beginning of his longterm interest in political and war activities.

In the years leading up to the Revolutionary War, Revere gathered intelligence for the colonists, by watching and observing the movements of British soldiers. Revere spread word about the Boston Tea Party, was a courier for the Boston Committee of Correspondence and the Massachusetts Committee of Safety, and began riding for the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.

It was a simple instruction Revere had on the night of April 18, 1775. As he began his journey. Revere had no idea that evening history students around the country would be learning about his every move. Dr. Joseph Warren asked Revere to warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams in Lexington of the British approach.

"The British are coming!" is a common misconception that people believe. In actuality. Revere probably said something more along the hnes of "The Regulars are coming out!" Revere and fellow colonists considered themselves to be British and would have never said the first statement.

As darkness overcame him. Revere rode on in an attempt to warn every house on the

way. When he finally arrived in Lexington at about midnight Revere told everyone the regulars were coming out. William Dawes, who was sent on the same mission, joined him and the two decided to continue on to Concord. On the way they were joined by a third man, Samuel EYescott.

British patrol managed to capture the three along their route, but Hancock and Adams were long gone. Dawes and Prescott escaped almost immediately. Revere had to con the British into letting him escape.

Upon his release Revere retumed to Lexington to witness part of the battle on Lexington Green.

Revere tmly was an American hero, perhaps the first. He risked his life in order to warn Hancock and Adams. And along the way he managed to wam as many people as possible. Revere then eluded the British soldiers and continued on to wam more people.

It is these people, people who are willing to risk their own life for others, who are remembered as heroes. Revere may have died, but his legacy lives on. And the people who saved lives recently in American history will also live on. Their courage has given courage to all.

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SOUTHWORDS â&#x20AC;˘ MAY 10, 2 0 0 2

Higher, harder, faster, farther

by Jenny Hejfeman As the women of the Maine South track team race to the finish line, the season also comes to a close. After an extremely long season, now in its fourth month, the girls are better than ever.

Living up to the slogan displayed on team shirts, team members are jumping higher, trying harder, sprinting faster and striving for farther distances. Even though the school week of April 22-26 was shortened, the work load increased for the speed demons.

Monday, junior varsity faced off against Evanston braving dreary weather and the accompanying spandex. The squad did well against the opponents, putting forth strong efforts and experimenting in different events.

Shortly following the Evanston matchup, the freshmen were sent to the New Trier invite on April 24. Quite a few events com-

peted until thunder sounded. Despite a move

indoors, an executive decision was eventually made to send the girls home. Undaunted,

Flying past the competition

by Austin Gibbons Another season is winding down for the Hawks boys' track team. With the Conference, Sectional, and State meets ahead, the season's work comes down to these three important meets. The boys have a chance to win the first conference title in the CSL South since 1981. And they have a reasonable shot to win a long-wanted sectional title, and for the first time have a chance to send a bus downstate instead of a van.

The Hawks trounced St. Ignatius and DeLaSalle in dual meets. Later that week they went to the 19th Annual Lyons Township Relays. They took 5th with 68 points, but the meet was called short due to a storm.

The 4x200M relay of Joe Janik, Chuck DiFranco, Mike Psaltis, and Pawel Lewkowski took second place in a time of 1:32.6. The 4xl600M relay of Austin Gibbons (4:46.6), Phil Keith (4:49.8), Lee Camarano (4:52.3), and Tony LoBiemco (4:34.9) took third place in a time of 19:03.3.

The 4x400M relay did not get to face rival Conant as the meet was called.

At the Glenbrook North Relays, they faced off with top teams such as New Trier, Stevenson, Highland Park, and Deerfield.

The Hawks came out on top winning the meet with 109 points to Stevenson's 100 and New Trier's 99. Winners were the High Hurdle Shuttle Relay (1:08.7), Middle Distance Medley Relay (3:42.2), Sprint Medley Relay (1:36.6), 800M Relay (1:34.3), Low Hurdle Shuttle Relay (:58.4), 1600M Relay (3:26.3), and the Shot Put Relay (181.1 ft.).

The following day they went to Morton High School for the Busse Invite; the meet, however, got called short due to rain. Winners prior to the cancellation were Phil Keith (3200M, 10:21), Dave Skiba (llOM H. Hurdles, 15.3), and Chris Mitchell (800M, 2:05.6).

The season has been very successful to this point, and with only big meets ahead, the Hawks look to excel. The Hawks host the conference meet tomorrow at 10:00am.

They will look to send a busload of athlete's downstate after next week's sectional.

they returned April 30 for a rematch, and, as expected, the Hawks did well against the competition, even against top schools in the conference. The girls had been shipped off yet again a few days before to a varsity-only meet on Friday, April 26. Although some of the best times of the season were put forth, overall the Hawks captured a disappointing fifth place of seven contesting schools.

These determined girls' spirits remained high at conference May 3, and they are sure to put a strong showing at sectionals tomorrow.

Inevitably, as the season ends, good-byes will be necessary. With graduation this June, the Maine South track team will be losing some tremendous athletes and outstanding friends. The season may be ending, but the spirit of th^ team will continue.

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by Steffen Mirsky It's hard to believe, but yes, the tennis season is coming to an end. For dozens, this time of year means the end of relaxing Saturday afternoons spent sitting in the warm grass watching exciting three-set matches.

On a more positive note, those of whom can relate to this shouldn't fret just quite yet. The conference meet is beginning today, where they will be facing some of the state's best teams, including Evanston and New Trier. Sectionals begin on May 18, where several players will hopefully have their chance to qualify for the 2(X)2 IHSA State Finals, where perhaps they can live up to the girls' tennis legacy of this year.

To recap some recent events, the team has fared well. Six players went to the GBS Invitational on April 27, and all ended the day with a 1 -1 record before the rain came.

Prior to the GBS Invitational, they faced off against the state's top ranked teams New Trier and Glenbrook North, but lo; with dignity. The season is sHpping away fast, but the Hawks are looking to capitalize on two final opportunities to prove themselves.

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Mid Season Form

by Mike Zuhr While recently taking on top comjjetition. the varsity baseball team has approached mid-season form. Despite losing to top teams Buffalo Grove and Libertyville, the Hawks have regained their form as a top ranked team.

Against conference rival Niles West, Mark Ori shut down the Wolves giving up no runs and sprinkling 3 hits over seven innings. The Hawks scored their only run after Mike Zuhr's swinging bunt was thrown into right field by West's catcher allowing him to make it all the way to third base. Anthony Anichini followed with a I bloop single to right giving the Hawks the lead and victory. Two days later the Hawks took on the Wolves again,

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Against another conference opponent, GBN, Jamie Friel held the Spartans to soft ground balls and pop-ups all day.

Again the offense exploded for 8 runs, behind the bats of Craig Murray, Joe Oliver, and Joe Szczidulo. The Hawks bared the weather and defeated GBN 8-5 to remain unbeaten in conference.

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to center. The Hawks added four more in the second; however, the Bulldogs tied the game in the fourth. An inning later, the Hawks broke the tie, plating three, but once again in the seventh the Bulldogs would even the game, scoring three. In the bottom of the seventh, after loading the bases, Joe Oliver singled throwing a drawn in infield to give the Hawks another conference victory.

However, the season is only halfway done. The Hawks currently hold the state's top ranking, however, are fully aware that it only means something to hold that top ranking after June 8th. Tough non-conference games against Loyola and Nazereth await the Hawks, along with conference matchups between Evanston and New Trier. The Hawks will continue to defend their conference crown along with preparation for the state tournament.

This is a team dedicated to hard work and perserverence, and they are putting on quite a show. They look to the Hawks to support them on their path to victory, so continue to support the Hawks, as there is no telling how memorable this season will can be.

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See the ball...be the ball

by Scott Wojteczko After driving their way to a 6-2 record to start the season, the boys' volleyball team has hit some construction slowing their path.

The squad has stumbled to a 9-8 record after tough losses to state powers such as Evanston, New Trier, and Hinsdale South. The Hawks recently placed 14th in the prestigious 24 team Downers Grove Tournament and are headed into the second half of their conference schedule.

Team meteorologist Chris Hayes relates the slump to the inconsistent weather patterns of April as well as the food at recent weekend tournaments.

Despite these predictions, each member of the team realizes that the key to success lies in the mental approach to the game. The players turned to Coach Grannell's famous

"visualization" process to end their woes.

With this process, each guy has established

the needed frame of mind to hit the ball down on the other side of the net. By fixing the fun-

Looking to capture CSL title

by Claire Bartel Entering the 2002 Naperville North Invitational, the Maine South girls' soccer team knew that they would face some extremely hard competition, but the Hawks were ready. During the first weekend of play, the Hawks lost three in a row to Fremd, Naperville North, and Lyons Township, three quality opponents.

After a disappointing weekend, the Hawks returned the following Friday, hoping to improve their previous performance.

AccompUshing what they had hoped to, the Hawks came out of their battle against Hinsdale Central with a 2-1 victory; Stacey Hendricksen scored both of the Hawks' goals. The Hawks returned the following day, Saturday, for another tough game

against Palatine. The Hawks gave it their best, but due to some rough calls and extremely wet and frigid conditions the Hawks could not come up with the victory.

Despite an upsetting performance in the invitational, the Hawks won two games between weekends. First the Hawks rolled over Waukegan, 8-0, with several goals coming from the defense. Following that success, the girls faced Glenbrook South knowing that a victory was needed; they won 2-0 with goals from Abby Sapp and Ashley Stopa. With the victory over Glenbrook South, the Hawks are currently undefeated in Conference, and they look to beat rival and the state's top ranked team, Evanston, to capture the title. After conference they will make a run at State.

damentals of the game and by re-energizing, the team has packed their bags for the playoff push.

The varsity squad has began their push with a convincing 15-6,15-7 match, trouncing Waukegan in front of the victory-craving home crowd.

Next up for the Hawks are state ranked Glenbrook South and Evanston, as well as the Waukegan Tournament.

Coach Grannell once said, "A good volleyball team is like a new 15 speed mountain bike: both are ready for the ch^ lenges that lie in front them." Come out and watch as the Hawks look to overcome the elements and go the distance.

Sorry I Southwards wou Id like to apologize for the late delivery of this issue.

The print shop to which we send the paper had difficulties preparing the issue on time.