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What goes on after the sun goes down.
1:1 computing for all freshmen and sophomores begins next year.. (See page 4).
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New chairs and a new look for iconic theater Page 4
Behind the scenes with this summer’s Olympic stars Page 7
Fresh Start
Why freshmen should have the first day to themselves Page 12
Cracking Down
Girls’ XC earns their uniforms Pages 14-16
Chicken Run
Elusive rooster captured in forest preserve Page 3
MS Recycling
The truth behind Maine South’s disposal system Page 11
Recruitment
Pay for Points
How the college recruiting process works Pages 14
How economic factors unfairly skew test results Page 12
Mr. Marsicano dyes his hair for his students Page 4
V-Show 2013 Life is ‘awesome’
What to look for in the ‘Reality TV-Show’ Page 6
Senior captain Regan Carmichael named Allstate Player of the Week
Maine South Orchesis Dance Company performs “Under the Big Top” in the Watson Auditorium, Jan. 11-12
Maine South boys’ cross country places fifth in state, with two Hawks winning All-State honors. Going pink
Face the flag
Mr. Disrude goes from stroke Why it’s still important to survivor to marathoner stand for the pledge Page 9 Page 11
Signing Off
The need for a sign grows at Maine South Page 3
Cheezborgers
Maine South alums manage Chicago’s famous tavern Page 7
Bad Publicity
Hit the Mats
Negative media attention Three South girls join wresshouldn’t define a district tling team Page 12 Page 16
Finals Change Mr. Beauprez
Calendar committee looks at moving finals Page 3
The story of Maine South’s beloved substitute Page 5
Feelin’ Blue
College Bound
A guide to ‘L’-accessible Society pressures some into food and entertainment the wrong college decision Page 9 Page 12
Come Together Make My Day Girls’ Choice assembly helps bring back spirit Page 3
Students use social media to compliment others Page 5
‘Faults’ Review
Just for Kicks
A look at John Green’s new Hawkettes take first in state, novel sixth in the nation Page 7 Page 12
Maine South’s student voice since 1964
Maine South’s student voice since 1964
PHOTO BY HANNAH SIMPSON
London Calling
PHOTO BY JESSICA GRONKE
Maine South’s production of “The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later” addresses issues such as prejudice and acceptance.
Restoration
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PHOTO BY JOSIE FIORETTO
BORN TO
RUN
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Centennial Pool Spring Clothes Local pool undergoes major renovations Page 4
A guide to this spring’s fashions Page 5
Kleptomania
MS Superfans
Steps need to be taken to Student spirit at games on stop theft at Maine South the rise Page 12 Page 16 Maine South’s student voice since 1964 See page 2
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Vegging Out
The story of trying to go vegan for a week Page 13
PHOTO BY HANNAH SIMPSON
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Boys’ Water Polo
Maine South water polo splashes to 13-1 start Page 15
We the People
Hard work carries C-Team to top ten Page 3
Stressed Out
‘Race to Nowhere’ shows educational faults Page 10
Under Pressure
Big lobbies wield more influence than voter opinion Page 12
Wild for Africa
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Going Strong
‘GONNA BUILD A MOUNTAIN’ Students practice the V-show finale on stage during rehearsal. The number has been performed as the closing act since the show was first produced.
Spirit soars
Homecoming assembly increases school spirit Page 6
Ready for battle
April 17, 2014
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success
IHSA limits student coverage of playoff games Page 5
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Disney dance-off Hawkettes place third at nationals in Florida Page 12
Support the cause Netflix nation Maine South prepares for the school-wide fundraiser Page 4
Digital revolt March Madness
The streaming service proves Social media’s role in riot to be a threat to TV networks and revolution Pages 8 & 9 Page 11
Predicting college basketball’s biggest tournament Page 14
Help me help you Positives of print
Science department creates peer tutoring program Page 4
Why paper reading is easier on our minds Page 7
Roomies?
Boys’ water polo
Seniors navigate how to select a college roommate Pages 8 & 9
Senior Makai DeNeve-Arnam leads team to victory Page 15
8th in Nation
C-Team celebrates its best finish since 1999 Page 5
Forget Lolla
Alternatives to Chicago’s most popular music festival Page 11
No biggie
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Bestselling author and alumnus returns to MS. Page 2
September 4, 2015
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College Crunch Game, Set, Match
Revealing the indiscretions of Seniors conquer the college Tennis team returns to Urban Outfitters. admissions process. State tournament. Page 7 Page 12 Page 15
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Fresh Start
Maine South’s New Year’s resolutions. Page 7
October 9, 2015
Fashion Police
Fashion offerings slated for reduction next school year. Page 10
Year in Review
Students select the best entertainment of 2014. Page 12
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En Garde
A look into the life of one of the nation’s top fencers. Page 16
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Furry friends
Maine South junior adopts dogs for a cause. Page 12
Girl power
Feminism deserves a new definition. Page 4
November 20, 2015
Empty theater
Trips to the movies decline in popularity among Hawks. boys’ basketball team. Page 10 Page 14
of emergency days. Page 3
Maine South installs new security cameras. Page 3
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than religious turmoil. Page 4
take trips abroad. Pages 10-11
Kick at Nationals Page 15
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force
The ‘Star Wars’ resurgence electrifies students and teachers alike as generations of fans unite for the return of the popular saga.
NIGHT Park Ridge steps up efforts to enhance the Uptown area.
Senior Greta Ramsey plays Fiona in the Fine Arts department’s widelyanticipated production of ‘Shrek The Musical.’
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Perfect Prom
Parents organize afterparty on a cruise ship. Page 3
Spring Fever
Navigating the fashion do’s and dont’s of the season. Page 7
Sweet Rides
The most unique student cars in the Maine South lot. Page 13
Senior Sluggers
Upperclassmen lead girls’ softball team. Page 16
Pay it Forward Picture Perfect
School-wide fundraiser receives record support. Page 3
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Golf Gurus
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Wall of Honor
Maine South adds two new inductees. Page 4
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Being Isis
Laugh it Off
Athletic TLC
Junior wrestles with the mis- Students prepare for the conceptions of her name. opening of “Candide.” Page 6 Pages 8-9
A spotlight on the trainers’ daily routine. Page 16
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FISH
Maine South is hosting the ‘Mr. Hawk’ pageant in order to raise money for the annual school wide fundraiser.
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Treat yo’self
Smaha Spotlight
Celebrate your birthday with A look at the Smaha family a month full of freebies. legacy at MS. Page 11 Page 16
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So you’re not traveling this Spring Break. Fear not—Southwords has your guide to the ultimate staycation.
Junior Megan Wilcox and senior Jack Cahill-Lemme star in this year’s musical, ‘Big Fish.’ See page 12
We The People Constitution Team makes some big amendments. Page 4
Got roomie?
Spontaneity when choosing a roomate may not be bad. Page 7
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Amateur stylists help ready students for dances. Page 11
Game Time
E-sports become more popular among Hawks. Page 12
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Not Done Yet
Eight seniors to continue playing baseball in college. Page 14
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Mr.Hawk Maine South is hosting the ‘Mr. Hawk’ pageant in order to raise money for the annual school wide fundraiser.
Camera Ready Aces on the Team
Maine South students share Seniors lead boys’ volleytheir experiences as models. ball into a hopeful season. Pages 8-9 Page 16
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SWEET
The Free ACT Real World Skills MMA Madness
Fast & Furious
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Sizzlin’ Styles
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Junior Janitors
Students talk about their Beat the heat with these cool Boys’ golf kicks off another experiences as custodians. summer trends. strong season. Page 12 Page 8 Page 15
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AP Agenda
Direct Hit
Inside the minds and lives of New band director is hitting freshmen. all the right notes. Page 8-9 Page 12
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With Thanksgiving approaching, Southwords heads to the Windy City to rate the best pies in town. See page 2
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AP courses are more than just a score. Page 7
Fresh Perspective
Faithful to
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Maine South welcomes students with a brand new layout featuring Student Service Teams.
Time Change
New schedule may have unintended consequences. Page 6
Into THE
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ON TH ES
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PIE STUFF
From exuberant costumes to thunderous chants, super fans redefine what it means to show true Hawk pride.
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Southwords uncovers a variety of unique foods and drinks at local establishments.
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After visiting us Declaring War
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Culver’s • McDonald’s • Gene & Jude’s • Chipotle • Hay Caramba • Taco Burrito King • Portillos • Five Guys • The Sandlot • Paradise Pup • Superdog • YA Loft- PR Library • Starbucks • Elementary School Parks • Panera • Taco Bell • Buffalo Wild Wings • IHOP • Eggsperience • Kappy’s • Denny’s • Cream of the Crepe • Mac’s • Lola’s Diner • Le Peep • Einstein’s • Maine South Weight Cage • Niles Family Fitness Center • XSport Fitness • Flahive Advanced Strength Training • Community Center • Planet Fitness • Charter Fitness • Corepower Yoga • New Prospects • Baked By Betsy • Lisa’s Italian Ice • Charcoal Pizza • Uncle Dan’s • Planet Smoothie • Oakton Pool • Mrs. A’s cupcakes • Jackie’s Nail Salon MSNails Students weigh • Spadida • Nail Beauty • Nice Nails • Lee • French 4 U&Me in on their favorite • Anthony Valentino’s • DeVine Salon •local Michael Vaughn Hair Sadestinations. Pages 6-9 lon • Anasa Salon & Spa • Indira Salon Spa • Sola Salon Studios • Trader Joe’s • Whole Foods • Mariano’s • Jewel • Garden on the Run • Happy Foods • The Sandlot • ParadisePup Five Guys • WildBurger • Wally’s • Brandy’s • Portillo’s • Tasty Pup • Buena • TGI Friday’s • Jersey Mike’s • Subway • Potbelly’s • Jason’s Deli • Tony’s Deli • Oberweis • Hinkley • Centennial Hill Full-court press Out in the Cold Higher Power World Traveler Dancing Queens • Tea Lula Restaurant Gumba Joe’s Hawkettes • CafetakeTouche Upperclassmen lead the District 207 has•runAffresco out Spirituality is more important •Foreign second in language students PHOTO ILLUSTRATION by jOSHUA LARRAgOITy
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Open Sesame
Church group volunteers in Fall play presents new New Orleans. interpretation of old tales. Page 9 Page 12
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Students fail to respect authority figures. Page 4
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The Maine South football team begins the 2014 season with an historic victory.
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District 207 responds to e-mail inundation. Page 2
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Freshmen Abigail Oyasu, Angelina Perrone, and Maggie Etchingham (left to right) demonstrate the power of kind words during the “Make Kindness Contagious” campaign.
Class of
You’ve Got Mail
On a Roll
Local sushi restaurants are Francesca Figlioli places put to the ultimate taste test first at state competition Pages 8 & 9 Page 16
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Under the radar
Junior Prom is more drama Baseball moves forward than it needs to be with an impressive record Page 13 Page 15
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Namaste
Senior shares her love of yoga with the student body Page 7
ONE For the AGES
PHOTOS BY LAUREN PAPP
Wage wars
This year’s V-Show calls on a wide array of talents, including the comedy of Trunk.
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June 5, 2014
two rescue dogs to Hawkfest on April 17. Both dogs, Colby (left) and Connelly (right), were a big hit with students.
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Sophomore Emma Thomson is in the spotlight for playing on the U-17 Women’s National Team.
Universal truths in Disney movies provide inspiration. Page 4
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Best in film
Predictions for the Academy’s A higher minimum wage most prestigious awards raises the living standard Pages 8 & 9 Page 11
KINDNESS COUNT
Wilkommen!
That’s a Wrap
Administration’s efforts Leia Atas drives to 12th misunderstood by students place at State Page 13 Page 16
PAWS UP Representatives from Wright-Way brought
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Hawks make
German students step foot on American soil. Page 3
CEC Club promotes acceptance at Maine South Pages 8 and 9
With the help of numerous clubs and activities, Maine South raised $19,403 for the Wright-Way Animal Rescue. See pages 8 & 9
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An in-depth look at Maine South’s first DJ Battle Page 6
Students prepare for the Fine Arts department’s widely-anticipated production.
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Sick beats
Back to the future
Maine South blueprints reveal plans for the school Page 27
Maine South students with Ukrainian roots struggle with the crisis in their tumultuous country. See pages 6 & 7
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Decoys placed to reduce goose activity on campus Page 4
Maine South drivers’ ed. is best in community Page 13
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Coyote Ugly Exceptional Friends Students Deflated Golfing Glory
‘Almost, Maine’ Student driver
Recent graduates enlist in the Classical contemporary play armed forces retells nine love stories Pages 8 and 9 Page 10
School-wide
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Hawk line-up
A timeline of a half century of athletic achievement Pages 18 and 19
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Fashion flashback
The rise and fall of style and trends over 50 years Pages 12 and 13
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OUTH'S MAINE SOUTH' S Even with only one built-in emergency day remaining for Maine South, more extreme weather doesn’t necessarily mean “gameover” for a full summer vacation. See page 5
Aerial view
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The lack of labeling on genetically modified products leaves consumers in the dark.
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Win streak continues for Maine South soccer Page 16
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Through Their Eyes
SPECIAL EDITION
Water Works
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Maine South’s student voice See page 2 since 1964
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Job Frenzy
Fashion Outlets bring jobs for City upsets traditions and Maine South students residents with new waterpark Page 9 Page 13
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Maine South senior Laick Sache is a model of determination— both on the field and in his journey to America.
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Junior experiences life in South Africa Page 6
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VarietyofTalent V-Show features numerous acts by students who don’t usually venture into the PA Wing.
Maine South students using the school’s Wi-Fi may not realize that their in-class browsing is being monitored.
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Hit it Home
Maine South baseball gears up for playoffs Page 14
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‘Blonde’ Ambition
A look at this year’s spring musical, ‘Legally Blonde’ Page 10
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Infant simulators give students a glimpse into parenthood
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Rain
While some students are flooded with excitement when record-setting rain shuts down schools, others deal with the devastation of the deluge
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Quick to Judge Man With A Plan The Oscar Draft Game Day Rituals
2012-2016
District open to paying for state ACT. Page 3
Students gain an early ex- MS custodian trains to beperience in the workplace. come an MMA champion. Page 7 Page 8
Boys’ soccer celebrates a noteworthy season. Page 16
AP Availability Military Bound Carol Competition Fencing Master
Freshman AP courses boost challenge index. Page 4
Emily Myers speaks about her future in the Air Force. Page 6
Holiday classics rival their Nationally-ranked fencer modern counterparts. competes globally. Page 13 Page 16
Ethnic generalizations harm society. Page 6
Clothing business booms Southwords predicts the 2016 Athletes share their unique for senior Jaziah Vargas. Academy Award winners. game day traditions. Page 11 Pages 8-9 Page 16