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Ne\NS Briefs The PSAT/NMSQT test will be administered to juniors in the Maine South Centers area tomorrow beginning at 7:45 a.m.

A half-day workshop will be held on Wed., Oct. 24. Students will be dismissed after 4th period.

Lutheran General Hospital's School of Nursing will host an information day tomorrow from 9 a.m. to noon. For information contact Marie Albrecht at 696-6020.

Oct. 19, 1984

Maine South High School, Park Ridge, IL

Arena play begins tonight Hindsight, this year's arena play, will be held in the auditorium Oct. 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m.

Hindsight consists of three one-act plays.

The first of the three plays is "Exit the King," written by Eugene Tonesco. The play revolves mostly around the king's life until he is told that he has only one hour to live.

The cast of "Exit the King" includes Chris Holloway as the King, Sara Cycholl as the older queen, Linda Culhane as the younger queen, John Callahan as the guard, Suzette

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Baeckelandt as the maid and Ken Weichert as the doctor.

"ABC's of Courage," by Bob Greene, is the second play. It is a true story of a 55-year-old man who is unable to read or write. The play exemplifies the courage needed for him to learn the alphabet.

Liz Abdo is the Narrator, Mariusz Polkowski plays the Man, and Eileen Derver is the Teacher.

The last play, "Tatem," by Mark Medoff, involves a gang of 6-year-old boys. It shows the youngsters coming to grips with growing up. "Tatem" is not serious, and is cast entirely with girls.

The cast includes: Kim Grichnik as Louie; Geraldine Kinsella as Herman; Hope Smithe as Boysy, Jolynne Smith as Sissy Frankel, Ann Heurich as Richard, Lynne Newbert as Murray Moskavitz, and Karen Krajcir as Myron.

Mr. Vincent Pinelli, speech/drama teacher, stated, "All three plays are completely different in style. Everyone will find something they like."

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College admission requirements change State University officials have recently decided to increase the number of mandatory high school courses required for Illinois state colleges' admission.

The required courses, which will be put into effect by 1990, are intended to better prepare Illinois students for the competition from

other states.

The increase, proposed by the Illinois Board of Higher Education , encourages public universities to require four years of English, Graffiti, the Creative Writing three years each of social studies, mathematics H/lagazine, is accepting submissions for and science, and two in foreign language, the first issue in the bookstore or V-130. music or art.

The proposal was drawn up after the board concluded that each university's admission standards were not strict enough.

District 207, especially Maine South, has already begun to increase the number of required courses for high school graduation. The classes for '87 and '88 are required to take 17 academic units as opposed to the present 16.

These classes are also required to take one unit ""^.l of science.

The class of '88 must take one additional unit of math and include one unit in Fine Arts, Applied Arts or foreign language in their curriculum in order to graduate.

Mr. Daniel Misevich, Career Counselor, believes that he sees a trend toward tighter requirements to enter college.

However, he does not feel that it should have a drastic effect on students at South since (Maine South seniors (from left to right), Tim Zahr, Pam Eskra and Sam Kitcheii, were many are already meeting and exceeding the recently awarded the National Council Teachers of English Award for Excellence. Each state university officials' recommendation for required courses. entered an original short story and an impromptu essay in the annual competition.

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News

October 19, 1984

SouthFest '85 plans begin Plans for Maine South's SouthFest '85 are underway. Scheduled for March 28, 1985, it will be the first cultural arts festival held at this school.

Students will have their selection of attending presentations in fields of interest such as fine arts, sciences, sports, literature and history as an alternative to attending their regular classes during the school day.

mini Days set The University of lUinois-Urbana has announced mini Days, visitation programs for interested high school students and parents.

The program begins at 10 a.m. each Monday and Friday from Sept. 24 to Oct. 29, and Nov. 9, 12 and 16.

The program includes information about admission, housing and financial aid, plus campus tours.

The university has changed its admissions and application policies. For details on applying to the college, students should see their counselors or Mr. Misevich in the Career Resource Center.

The university also runs daily programs Mon. through Fri. at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Reservations can be made for any of the programs by calling 217-333-0302.

The SouthFest '85 committee is composed of several faculty and Student Council members. Their goal is to involve students, staff, and community in an event which will provide experiences that students may not normally have access to.

The committee would like any suggestions or ideas which students may have regarding entertainers, speakers or activities with which they are familiar.

Activities may be of a wide variety such as jazz and blues performers, tumbling, theater or dance acts, history or sculpture presentations, as well as many others.

Mr. Gordon McLean, a member of the SouthFest planning committee, commented, "I feel it's a great opportunity for students to experience different types of American cultures both past and present. The committee has found a variety of interesting and entertaining speakers and performers, and we hope that every student will enjoy many of the activities."

The National Society for Professional Engineers has a number of scholarships for seniors interested in engineering. Deadline for applications is November 15. Details on qualifications and applications are avialable in the Career Resource Center.

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Southwards Southwards is the student-produced newspaper of Maine South High School, Park Ridge, IL. Letters to the editor should be delivered to Room V-130 or given to a member of the editorial staff listed below.

Southwards reserves the right to edit letters containing obscene or libelous materiaL Editor-in-Chief Kris Falzone News Bureau Chief Maura McKenna News Editor Andy Duerkop Commentary Editor . . Nancy Humm Features Editor Maureen Smith Sports Editor Todd Jackson Photographer Tom Fox Adviser Mr. Ken Beatty Staff: Bonnie An, Lori Bonahoom, Tami Bower, John Caporale, Elizabeth Cicinelli, John Ciprian, Maggie Conlon, Chrissy CoscionI, Kathy Coudal, Pam Eskra, John Folan, Heather Francis, Karen Frank, Mark Fritz, Cathy Flynn, Kim Grichnik, Sherrill HIavaty, Kathy Huedepohl, Jean Jacobs, Eric Johanson, Amy Johnson, Beth Landerghini, Mark Main, Shelly Main, Laura McCabe, Katy McGarry, Barry Schoefernacker, Kathy Sebastian, Sue Szalczynski, Mike Viola and Tim Zahr.

Club offers scholarships

Pictured with Principal Robert G. Barker and Mr. Ken Reese, Director of Student Personnel Services, are Maine South recipients of letters of commendation in the 1985 National Merit Scholarship Program: (from left to right, top row) Michelle Modica, Mark Rhee, John Pirovano, Tim Zahr, Brad Meloy, Greg Pelzen (bottom row) Mike Dorneich, Sam Kitchell, Bonnie An, Kevin O'Hagan and Kathy Huedepohl.

All Maine South High School seniors are eligible to compete for ten $500 AAA-Chicago Motor Club scholarshifK which will be awarded to winners of the Illinois Editors' Traffic Safety Seminar's 19th annual traffic safety essay contest.

Topic for this year's contest is "Should the Use of Seat Belts be Mandatory in Illinois?" The essays of 500 words or less must be submitted to Seminar Headquaners, 66 E. South Water Street, Chicago, IL 60601, postmarked no later than December 31, 1984.

Top scholarship grants will be awarded to five males andfivefemales. The AAA-Chicago Motor Club also will present $50 U.S. Savings Bonds to the 25 runners-up.

Final judging will be done by a panel of University d" Illinois educators. Winners will be announced at the Seminar's annual meeting next May. Entry blanks are available in the Sotithwords office, V-130. Additional entry blanks may be obtained by writing Seminar Headquarters in Chicago.

The essay contest has been endorsed by Dr. Donald G. Gill, state superintendent of education. / An Asthma Athlete of the Year Award will be presented in amounts ranging from $1000 to $10,000. Check it in the Resource Center.

October 19, 1984

Commentary

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Chicago Cubs still number one As you have heard by now, the Cubs have won the National League Eastern division. From the numerous television specials and expanded news coverage we have obtained the priceless expressions "Cubs Win!" "Cubs Whoa!" and "Next year is here!"

In Park Ridge, being on the north side, the general feeling over the past few weeks has led me to believe that Maine South has many Cubs fans, and I know my happiness for the Cubs does not go unshared.

This season has had such a positive effect on the gsneral outlook of all Chicagoans that it is amazing how important this "silly" little game has become.

Most people (high school people, anyway) have never witnessed a winning Cubs team before and could only muster a half-hearted cheer last year for the "other" team. You must take into account that the last time the Cubs saw post season play. World War U had just ended and many of our grandfathers were just coming home from overseas. The last time the Cubs won a World Series, many of our grandfathers had not even been born.

But this year is different; the Cubs have finally got a winner. 1 have to admit that back in April I thought this would be just another one of those years. Gladly, I was wrong.

Before you tune out and go back to eating your nutty bar, I assure you that the following story is true, and I have witnesses to back me.

It was spring, and we were discussing the upcoming baseball season. The majority of the people present were Cubs fans, and one belligerent Sox

fan was soon hushed by the surrounding crowd. A tradition again at Clark and Addison, friend of mine told everyone how much the Cubs I certainly hope so, because if, for some had improved, and that he thought they would take unknown reason, winning does not continue at their disision (his name will be withheld for fear of Wrigley for another 39 years, it will be 2023 and I'll being beseeched with World Series predictions), be 55.

People doubted him then, but October is here, Todd Jackson and his prophecy has become reality. I understand Sports Editor he has made some substantial capital gains from his prediciton. You can be sure I will get the first word in about the Superbowl.

Predicdons are great, but the fact is the Cubs are winners again, and, surprisingly, the "winningest team in the history of the game'' is showing that there can be hope at Wrigley Field.

This year has certainly been a memorable one for North Siders and for all of us. Now, hopefully, the jinx has been lifted, and winning can become a

AFS bystudents share stories of summers away Sarah Langdon I spent my summer in Magenta, a small town in northern Italy located about half an hour outside of Milan.

My first month there I lived with a family in which no one spoke English. I had a mother and father, a brother, Darrio, who was thirteen, and a sister, Mariha, who was nine. After that first month, my sister, Daniela, who was 17, arrived, and she spoke Enghsh, which changed my situation considerably.

It is impossible to describe a typical day because I did such a variety of things. Every day brought new and different experiences. I could go to my friend's watermelon stand, to the local canal, to a pool in a nearby town, or the weekly market. At night we went to discos, usually in Milan. If we did not go to discos, we would hang out at area ice cream places and eat incredible Italian gelato (ice cream).

I traveled to a seaside town called Arengaho for one week with a friend, and I also spent a week in the mountains in Cervinia, where it is just a short ski to Switzerland. 1 also spent a day in Venice and stopped in Verona for a few hours. My last days there were spent in Rome where I saw the Coliseum, the Vatican, and many other incredible sights.

Traveling was not the main importance of My host father was a farmer and owned two my trip. Relating to people and a different way farms of about 1000 acres each. My family was of living caused me to accept many situations very respected in the area because they were and I gained a lot from this experience. I really good farmers. definitely recommend it to those of you who My school had about 500 students from a now have the same opportunity. radius of about thirty miles. I found that the school was a little easier than Maine South.

by Sue Nesbit The students in general are a little immature, I spent my summer in Ecuador, South but I know some freshmen who are worse.

America. I lived in Guayaquil, the largest city While I was there, I played AustraHan Rules in Ecuador. football. It is the best sport I have ever played.

During my two-month stay, I visited Quito, Every weekend we would have a game against the capital of Ecuador, and a beach two hours one of the other local teams. It usually turned from my home called Salinas. out to be an all day and all night event.

My family consisted of a mother and father, My stay in Australia was the best thing that four sisters, and a maid. The suburbs of ever happened to me. I suggest to all of you Guayaquil are dangerous and poverty-stricken, sophomores that if you get the chance to go, so luckily my house was located near the center you will never regret it. of the city.

Although Guayaquil was quite dirty and loud, the friendly people made the city seem warm and beautiful. The life there is more simple and laid-back, which added to making this In the last issue oiSouthwards, an error summer the best time of my life. was made during production, causing a confusing switch in paragraphs in two editorials. We would bke to apologize for this

by John McKilrick mistake and any confusion it may have causI lived in an Australian town of about 44 ined. habitants—counting dogs and cats.

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October 19, 1984

A guide to Maine South jargon .by Ttm Zahr

my column in the last issue of the paper. Because 1 18. king—see reigning authority.

I have recently noticed that many students are feel it necessary that all should be informed in such 19. organic—something like an organ. not fully aware of the meanings of words that are 20. plebian—a low-class, second rate person. It matters, 1 undertake the task to explain what hapcommon in everyday use. Therefore, in an attempt to make students more erudite, I have compiled an is not true that all students are plebians; some are pened. Like all good stories (and even some bad ones) there was a beginning, a crisis to resolve, almost totally abridged dictionary. Only words of below that.

1\. profound—\. deep thinking, wise and in- and a resolution (the end). any importance or of misunderstood meaning are included. They should expand your vocabulary and tellectual. (Hulk Hogan is a profound philosopher.)

The story began with me and my uncle driving to give your listener a false sense of your intelligence, 2. someone who is in favor of finding. town, and it included those many words of wisdom.

22. recalcitrant—those who oppose the reigning so use them only when you deem it necessary.

The crisis was the fact that 1 was bored after we got Note: The warped humor is school-related. authority (and its droplets). home.

The resolution used irony, and that is where 23. Reformation—the great change in school 1. APstudent—a masochist in most people's some were lost. At the time, you see, there were no rules which prohibited students from entering the minds, a lunatic in the minds of the others. females worth thinking once about, so I took the library after the bell.

2. before—2 and 2 before. sensible resolution and hunted frogs with a friend 24. reigning authority—a person of high standing 3. bilious—bad tempered, bitter and cross. (Peoinstead of being quagmired with a female. ple who are AP students are never bilious about who makes precipitation, somewhat related to acid rain, which is a drug addict on the throne. their homework because they like it.)

If you now think that the story was a sexist com25. We—a term used by a teacher to signify ment, that's your problem. I had more fun shooting 4. capitulate—pve up. (I often hear my friends him/her self. (The teacher said, "We graded your frogs than I would have had with most girls. say, "1 capitulate on that class.") tests and counted the mistakes using exponents.") Besides, most of them can't shoot straight.

5. capsulate—hat-fulls of late.

6. dedication—that quality which makes a person 26. zip—a Frenchman says, "He zipped ze wine So that is why I adjured everyone to go to continue in spite of everything, often mistaken for like a dry tree zipping ze water."

Homecoming, unless they would be having more masochism by some. some people did not understand fun in another activity, such as hunting reptiles.

7. Emancipation Proclamation—announcement Unfortunately, of last day of school.

8. equal rights—two boxers delivering right hooks with equal force at the same time. (He put him out with an equal right.)

9. error—a projectile to harm something. ("Let's On the evening when the Chicago Cubs are for 39 years. The Sting's last appearance in the go huntin' wif my bow and error.")

2-0 in their play-off attempt, few can think Soccer Bowl was a mere three years ago. But 10. exotic—formerly otic.

11. freedom—some abstract idea one about anything else. "Cub Fever" has set in, just because the Sting have had consistently understands only if unempfoyed, and then one does and everyone from age 6-60 has managed to good seasons, their accomplishment is no less noteworthy. catch it. not care about it.

The Sting have proven to be the best team in However, for another Chicago team tonight 12. gentile—"Be gentile with that baby."

13. homework—1. that which nourishes the holds an even more monumental moment. The the NASL; the Cubs, the best in the East DiviChicago Sting won the Soccer Bowl: the World sion of their league. Yet, because winning is a mind. 2. that which is capitulated on.

14. inner meaning—that which causes a person Series of soccer. While newspaper headlines policy and not a rarity, the Sting has failed to announce the glorious news of a possible receive recognition. to go mad from within.

Maybe next year for the Sting? UnfortunateWorld Series spot, the Sting's victory can be 15. innovation—a hotel that is clapping. found cornered in some little out-of-the-way ly, the team is folding, so these unsung heroes 16. inquisition—finals. will go forever without appreciation.

17. joint resolution—\. a resolution passed by place on the page.

Maureen Smith both houses of a bicameral legislatiu-e. 2. deciding The Sting's victory may not seem as Features Editor to participate in smoking of the weed. miraculous because they haven't been losing

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Entrance tests:can you prepare?

Taking college tests—it's a scary idea, and most students panic at the thought of it. But, before you decide to crash and study all night, there are several more effective, and less painful, ways to mentally and psychologically prepare for "the test."

Much of the anxiety felt by students is due to their inexperience with these tests. The PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Appitude Test) offers this type of experience. According to Mr. Donald Kerr, English teacher, the PSAT is merely a "preliminary assessment that will give the student a prediction of his performance on the SAT." He also added that it is not a prediction for the ACT because they differ greatly in material and format. The PSAT scores are also used to pick National Merit

Scholars and scholarships. While the PSAT is not a mandatory test, the experience and scholarships offered can become an invaluable asset when college hunting.

A long term way to prepare for the SAT/ACT is being offered by the district for the first time this year in the form of a tensession course beginning approximately six weeks before a major testing day. The course is taught by Mr. Kerr.

The purpose of the course, according to Mr. Kerr, is to "ease test taking anxiety." The course concentrates upon teaching students how to take the tests. Each section has a certain strategy which will help in understanding the material. Individual needs are also met by

this course. Many students have one type of problem or area in which they are deficient.

But Mr. Kerr also stresses that no ten-session course can suffice for preparation. The student must utilize all previous classes if he hopes to do well.

While test scores are important, they are not the only factor. Many emphasize the importance of class grades and rank as well as school participation. The smaller the school is, the more important it is for the students to be more than just academically strong. They must be able to contribute in other ways to the college in the form of extracurricular activities.

Rarely do colleges base their final choice upon the applicants SAT/ACT scores.

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Homecoming viewed positively

by Kathy Coudal

Kristi Altobelli '88: "1 thought the game had a really good turnout, and I liked the Hawk."

Cindy Avino '88: "I really liked the carnival, but I don't think many people enjoyed everything."

Mary DuBrock '86: "It was fun, and for once it wasn't raining."

Chris Broda '86: "It was great; lots of activities, something for everyone. It was really great that we won our football game."

Amy Steele '88: "I thought the carnival was neat, the telegrams were cool."

Brian Moore '88: "It was really cool."

Pat Dempsey '86: "The dance was fun, the band was only OK." Lori Dereczynski '86: "I think it was one of the best Homecomings. The weather was excellent and the dance was really fun."

Jean Golden and Jenny Swensen '87: "We

The Monday after Homecoming, everyone looked a bit hangover from all of the schoolspirited excitement. But this reporter dared tc make conversation with her classmates.

Some people commented on the Homecoming weekend.

Christie Ferraro '87: "It was great to finally see the football team win."

Beth Morandi '87: "I was at volleyball games but what I saw of it was great."

Jenny Hoff '87: "The dance was fabulous.

Although the band, well, uh . . ."

Kris Gill '87: "It was more fun than 1 thought it would be."

Debbie Reinhardt '87: "I thought the whole weekend was great."

Scott Ott '88: "I think it was pretty cool, but they should get a real hawk."

had fun walking in circles at the carnival for two hours."

Karen Tworek '87: "I thought it was interesting, but the games were kind of boring."

Jamee Foster '87: "It was a lot of fun this year."

Andrea Kismartoni '87: "The telegram booth at the carnival was a fantastic idea When asked about Hugo the Hawk, the replies were somewhat different.

Lynne Nuebert '87: "I think Hugo the Hawk should get a real name."

Katy McGarry '87: "I don't know why it's orange instead of red."

Kelly Conner '87: "I thought Hugo was kind of cute."

And one girl said she would have rather gone to the dance with Hugo than with her original date!

Martin, Tomlin make comedy well worth time

by Heather Francis All of Me, starring Steve Martin and Lily Tomlin, is a crazy, funny and unique comedy, The story revolves around the rather odd relationship that develops between Roger Cobb (Martin) and Edwina Cutwater k (Tomlin). Edwina is a terminally ill millionaire P who believes that upon her death, her soul can be "transmigrated" to the body of another human being. She chooses to inhabit the body of Terry Hoskins, her stable keeper's

daughter, who, in exchange for donating her body, will inherit all of Edwina's land and money.

The conflict arises when Edwina's soul is mistakenly transmigrated into Roger's body instead. The rest of the movie focuses on Edwina/Roger's attempt to get out of his body and into Terry's, All of Me is an uncommon and admirable comedy in that the female characters are treated as equals, not merely as sex objects to

be exploited for laughs. Its humor is drawn, instead, from the relationship that develops between Roger and Edwina.

Edwina has taken control of the right side of his body while Roger maintains control of the left, and for Roger to function even seminormally, they must learn to overcome their dislike of each other and work together. The funniest scenes are those in which both struggle for control. The bathroom scene is hilarious and it alone makes the movie worth seeing.

At another point, Roger, who is a lawyer, falls asleep during a crucial trial and Edwina must take over, botching it badly and getting is not stuck-up."

Bob Horak '86: "I don't really care how a girl Roger fired.

Martin, who is great in the split personality, kxjks (to a limit). A gcxxi personality is the most imrole, capitalizes well on the distinctive style portant thing." that made him so popular a few years ago.

Sara Honcharuk '86: "They definitely have to Tomlin's deadpan style of humor is the perfect have a great personality, a 'Colgate' smile and foil, balancing and enhancing Martin's more great eyes. A good body doesn't hurt, either." slapstick approach.

Chris Larson '86: "I like a girl who you can have All of Me is a well-made movie with good an intelligent conversation with and who enjoys casting and a fun plot. Although a bit overeating dinner by candlelight." done at times, both Tomlin and Martin turn in strong performances.

Students note favorite features What do youfindmost appealing about the opposite sex? Those gorgeous eyes? Or is it that terrific smile? Some say a "spunky personality," and others claim intelligence is the key to a good relationship. Several students had an opportunity to give their answers to this question.

Nicole Richter '87: "I like a guy who is good fooking, dresses nicely, and has a great personality."

Steve Infante '86: "1 like a girl who is good looking and has a good personality, is well-dressed and

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Battle between sports goes on The question: Which is better, soccer or football?

With the increasing popularity and winning season soccer has had, many fans are switching over. Yet, others remain die-hard football fans. Southwards decided to put the question to the student body. Here are the results.

Karen Oeste '86: "Personally, if I were a guy I'd say football because I'd be able to play, but since I can't play I'd say soccer."

Chris Karabin '86: "It's more cool to watch football, but more fun to play soccer."

Jill Zajac '85: "Soccer is more challenging,

out football's better to watch."

Eric Johanson '87: "Football is more exciting."

Nancy Marti '86: "Soccer's better, but football is more fun to watch."

Bill Theisen '87: "Football because soccer's kind of boring."

Lisa Eriksson '85: "Soccer's better because it is less violent and more exciting."

Mr. Donald Olson, math teacher: "Soccer is better because the intent is not to maim the other players."

Jamie Butcher '86: "Football because there is more glory."

Anselmo Canfora '86: "Soccer is better because I've grown up with it."

Brad Carmody '86: "Football is better because soccer involves no hard work or team cooperation."

John Brzozowski '86: "Soccer is better because it is a very competitive sport without as many injuries as football."

Mark Kubow '86: "Football's better although you can't compare the two because they're two equally good sports, but the football players have more class."

Maureen Smith '85: "Football is so baraaric; soccer is more refined and cultured."

Creative twists for new parties

How long has it been since you, or anyone you know, has really planned (and, no, going down to 7-Eleven to pick up Doritos, dip and other essentials doesn't count) a party?

Except for the food and drinks served, few people put much thought into their parties. As a matter of fact, nowadays it seems that parties and simple get-togethers are synonymous.

Here are a few ideas to put a new twist into your parties.

Gymsuit Party—it's really not as corny as it sounds, and it can have some terrific benefits. Requiring everyone to wear his or her gymsuit can eliminate the problem of finding something appropriate to wear. It also tends to lower people to the same level while still allow-

ing room for individuality (that is, sweatpants, socks, shoes). This type of party has also proven to greatly reduce the number of crashers.

TV Trivia Party—For those blessed with a video tape recorder, this type of party can be a lot of fun. "The Brady Bunch," "Leave it to Beaver," "The Partridge Family," "Green Acres," "My Three Sons," "Family Affair" and "Father Knows Best" are shows that, thanks to reruns and Channel 32, many of us have seen repeatedly. It's easy to laugh at these application form of the ACT. As far as college ad- shows, and coupled with some 60's TV trivia (

by Mark Fritz Several times each year two different fund- missions go, an interest in pumping gas and (What's the name of the dentist that Marcia raising schemes are faithfully executed by the col- rivetingrivetsare not important aspirations for the fell in love with on "The Brady Bunch"?) this lege board. These methods of separating usual college-bound student. The ability to answer party could be unique.

Americans from their hard-earned dollars are the only three widely different responses limits the difCostume Party—Though costume parties Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the American ferentiation amongst feelings toward goals and en- are always a favorite, many times the area is College Test (ACT), which are given to anyone will- joyment. So, when youfillout the answers, answer too broad, and it makes sense to give the party ing to fork out the (phe)nominal fees of $11 and them all the same so that no one with a Ph.D. in a theme. Teacher impersonations are fun $9.50, respectively. These tests, which are gleeful- psychology from Harvard can analyze you. ly administered early on Saturday mornings, a terri- Supposedly because everyone is at the same because most people know the person imble time for the socially active student, are a disadvantage while taking these tests, they can itated. Famous couples is another good idea if mediocre method of measuring a student's give colleges a ranking of a student compared to the everyone invited is coming in pairs. rest of the nation's students. So, the mood you are Tacicy Party—Everyone has something that academic prowess.

They are, though, a good method of evaluating if in on the test day and your rest from the night really bothers them because it is tacky. Have a person is an early riser or not. If you can fill in the before play a major role in determining college ac- everyone bring the tackiest thing they can find, ovals underneath your name with any accuracy, ceptance and, therefore, the rest of your life. and decorate tacky, too.

Era Parties—The 50's, 60's and 70's: they you are an early riser and are condemnal to living a A few Maine South people commented Dan Cieslik '85, said, "They're stupki. Anyihing were all terrific times, and also eras which can life of going to sleep at 10 p.m. on weekends. be brought back. Ask everyone to dress to fit The SAT consists of three sections: verbal, school-related is stupid."

Mike Domeich '85, sakl, "They wor'; well for the the era, and then dig out some of your parents' mathematics, and the Test of Standard Written (or grandparents') old records.

English (TSWE). In each of the first two sections average student but not at the extremes."

Lisa DiGiacomo '85, sakl, "The tests were hard They, the infamous test graders from an area far from civilization as we know it (in New Jersey), because they tested us on stuff we learned at least take your correct answers and assign you a raw a year before. Make sure you get plenty of sleep score. I suppose then They take this raw score, add before the test."

Mr. Bill Drennan, English teacher, stated, "The eye of newt, bat's wing, and a bottle of arsenic, This week's Super Sleuth victim is a freshman and cook in a kettle for three hours until an adjusted tests do a good job offindingout where a student girl. She is known for her love of Duran Duran and score between 200 and 800 appears from the broth. compares to the rest of the nation because of the has adopted some of her wardrobe to their tastes.

This number tells you if you were able to discern uniformity of the tests. It is scary knowing that one She received a very complimentary superiative "word" from "world" at 9 a.m. The TSWE is test can decide someone's whole future." from the eighth grade class she graduated from. graded by some other method, most probably using Tim Zahr '85, stated, "They judge a person Although she did play a fall sport, she met with a on one performance and it is not right to do rather unfortunate accident which temporarily has a random number generator.

The ACT is a test consisting of somewhat similar so." ended her career.

Maureen Smith '85, said, "I don't think grading systems for its sections: English, Last week's Super Sleuth was Chris Harris. Conmathematics, social science, and natural science. they're a complete judge of overall high school gratulations to Doug Roch '85, who guessed corThe major difference between the two tests is the performance because there are a lot of things rectly. long set of questions that must be answered on the tests cannot measure."

Good Luck, sleuthers. Submit answers to V-130.

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Swimmers to meet Maine East Tonight the girls' swim team will take on the Maine East Demons at Maine East at 4:30.

Maine East does not appear to be a strong team this year and Coach Dawn Butler is optimistic about the meet.

"We will win easily," said Miss Butler.

Tomorrow afternoon Maine South will be hosting the annual Maine South Invitational.

The meet will start at 1:30 p.m. in the Maine South pool.

In this meet there will be 12 teams competing in what looks to be a very close, competitive contest. "There will be 12 good teams competing on Saturday," said Coach Butler.

Miss Butler believes that one of these girls has some very special physical and emotional talent. Courtney Madsen has been the top swimmer on this year's team as well as last

Miss Butler realizes the strength of their upcoming opponents. "We will be shooting for one of the top three places; we want to win a trophy."

This year the team has done very well and has won all their meets except for a tough loss to defending state champions New Trier. New Trier is such a strong team that they were able to beat the Hawks by sheer numbers.

The Hawks are strong in all events, but are not very deep. "We can put up our top two swimmers, but after that we aren't very deep. Principal Robert Barker with All-American New Trier could put up four or five excellent swimmers Kathy Lake, Erin Arrison, swimmers in each event," commented Miss * Butler.

Despite the one loss, Coach Butler expects a top finish in the conference. "We've had one The varsity soccer team begins state regional conference loss but we we could win the rest; it play tomorrow. vkill be hard, though," she stated.

Thus far into the season, the Hawks are Recently four members of the girls' swim 9-3-2. Losses were yielded to number 3-ranked team received a very special honor. Melissa Evanston, number 5-ranked Glenbrook North Mau, Kathy Lake, Erin Arrison and Courtney and cross-town rivals Maine East.

Madsen have been elected to the All-American Maine South lost to Maine East 4-2 with team. both goals by captain Doug Johnson.

These four girls have been voted as the best Coach Jack Tilley commented, "They swimmers in the entire country. "It was very outplayed us. Maine East is always very up for difficult because these girls were competing against women who went to the Olympics in playing us."

Lx)s Angeles. Most Ail-Americans are from the During this season the team has been elite swim clubs of Southern California. It is plagued by injuries.

Doug Johnson said, "Dave Schwieder was unusual for anyone from Illinois to make it. It out for four important games which really hurt is a big, big honor," said Miss Butler.

year's. "We hope for her to be State Champ in the 50 freestyle," said Coach Butler. "If anyone can do it, she can; she's the most dedicated swimmer I've ever had."

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Dave Schwieder is currently the team's leading scorer. Schwieder contributed two goals to the recent 5-0 defeat of Maine West.

John Pirovano remarked, "We played tough with many of our key players hurt. Our most challenging games are coming up."

Coach Tilley concluded, "We've had a good season with a few weak spots."

The JV team has a record of 9-1-1 tying Glenbrook North and losing to Evanston. The Hawks are currently second in conference.

Coach Scott Sutschek said, "We've had an excellent season. Sophomores Mark Farina and Minh Johnson have been strong points."

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Hawks face Wildkits Tomorrow at noon the varsity Hawks football team will play their biggest game of the year, according to Coach Phil Hopkins.

The Hawks will challenge the always tough Evanston Wildkits in Evanston's homecoming game.

Last year the Hawks were downed by the Wildkits 20-0 in South's homecoming game.

The game is important not only because it is a conference game, but also because to win against the Wildkits would show how good the Hawks really are.

-With a 5-0 record, our first place Hawks will look to continue their winning ways. Evanston will be a powerful opponent for the Hawks to overcome in order to capture the conference lead.

So far this year the team has played very well and is ranked among the top ten teams in state.

However, Evanston is ranked above Maine South and always has an excellent football team.

Coach Phil Hopkins commented on the

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game, "They are always fast, best coached, best running backs, and have two of the best quarterbacks in the conference. They are not overly large but good-sized. There is no question this is the biggest game of the year. We are extremely anxious to play them."

Junior Mark Barry said, "It will be a good game. They will be quick. Our defense will have to have a good game."

Senior Matt Pater stated, "We have to execute. We have to control from the first snap."

Evanston looks to have a psychological advantage over the Hawks because it will be their Homecoming game and they will be playing at home in front of their Evanston fans.

In the past, Evanston used to be so powerful that they would intimidate their opponents, but this year will be a differernt story for our Hawks.

Senior Joe Etchingham predicted, "I think we will win. It is their homecoming and I think we will be just as psyched up. We have a good chance.

conference

Tomorrow the Maine South girls' cross country team will be competing in their conference meet.

Coach George Gabauer commented that although the team lost to Maine West, one of the leading teams in state, he is not ruling out a possible first place finish at the conference meet.

At the Maine West meet, the team lost 20-41. During the meet, Debbie Anderson suffered a muscle pull. However, this should be healed for the conference.

In that race, Andrea Hug was the number one finisher for South. Debbie Anderson commented that the day off really hurt the team and their finishes.

The JV team is also competing well. They have a conference record of 2-2. Coach

Schedule Football Oct. 20 noon away Oct. 27 noon home

Evanston New Trier

Soccer Regionals Regionals

Oct. 20 Oct. 22

Boy's Cross Country Oct. 20 9:30 away Oct. 27

CSL conf meet Districts

Volleyball Discovery Regionals

Oct. 19 Oct. 22

Girl's Swimming Maine East M.S. Inv.

Oct. 19 4:30 away Oct. 20 1:30 home Oct. 20

Girl's Cross Country Conference

to sectiona tomorrow Tennis The Maine South tennis team begins sectional

Gabauer remarked that the team is very competitive among themselves.

The freshmen also have been pushing for the top seven slots on varsity. Freshman Evelyn Qark ran for the JV team against Maine West and her performance earned her the number 5 slot on the varsity team.

Coach Gabauer also said that the team has shown improvement and this illustrates a promising future. He also said that the team may have a bid for conference next year.

Sheila Malec added, "We have a very competitive team with a lot more people compared to last year. There are a lot of freshmen which has been helpful. We have had a good start and are second in confemece compared to last year's last place."

Volleyball competes in tourney Tonight the girls' varsity volleyball team travels to Glenbrook North for the first round of the annual Discovery Tournament.

Tomorrow the team may return to play in the second round, depending on their games tonight.

The tournament traditionally has excellent teams attending. This year Wisconsin's state champions and a team from Indiana will participate along with Sacred Heart and RiversideBrookfield, both excellent teams.

Recently the varsity lost to Maine East in three straight games. Coach Jim Lonergan expected the Hawks to be fired up, but found the team had little emotion. The JV and Freshmen both beat the Demons, however.

In another conference game the varsity

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Hawks beat Glenbrook North in four games.

They lost the first game, then came back to win the next three. According to Coach Lonergan, the Hawks played a relaxed game and did not let thines get them down.

Although the Hawks are out of the conference race, next week regional play begins.

Mr. Lonergan feels the team will have to play good matches and they cannot be surprised to play well.

Senior Kris Moretti injured her elbow earlier in the season. Her injury has hurt the team, but she should be ready to play for tonight's tournament and help Laura Haaning. Liz Pintz and Maria Schneider, who have been leading the team.

play tomorrow.

Thefirstdoubles team of Lori B onahoom and Laura Kashul are undefeated in match play. Filling thefirstand second singles spots, Katie Clark and Jane Tully have had some commanding wins. Laura Lafeber also won against tough competition.

The Hawks beat rivals Maine West and Maine East to gain a lead in conference play.

Coach Joanne Barnes said, "I think this is the best team I've ever coached at Maine South."

Laura Kashul commented, "I have never witnessed so much team spirit as I have this year."

"If we keep up the way we are, we'll have a strong finish," stated Jane Tully.

X-country runs Tomorrow the boys' Cross Country team will compete in the Central Suburban League conference meet.

This will be a tough meet for the Hawks.

The favored team right now is Maine West, with New Trier and Maine South as two strong contenders.

This year's 5-6 record is not as impressive as Coach John Kilcullen would like. "We've had some minor injuries that have hurt us due to lack of depth," he stated.

Team members suffering from injuries include Mark Fritz, Pat Grage, Josh Lamken and Pete Delano.

Overall Coach Kilcullen is pleased with the team's performance. "The team is working hard and their attitude is good," he said.

The team is looking to their future meets.

"We're trying to peak for the conference meet, and the State Regionals next week," commented Coach Kilcullen.