Vol 32 issue 15

Volume 32, Issue 15 April 12,1996

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Maine South H.S. Park Ridge, IL

Hawkettes take state title in kick

by Katy Vojack and Kara Wipf Continuing the Maine South tradition, the Varsity Hawkettes won their eighth consecutive state championship Saturday, March 16 at Bradley University in Peoria.

The Hawkettes, coached by Barbara Bobrich, faced 107 other teams that day and danced away with the state championship in the Kick AAA competition, and a third place victory in the Jazz Dance AA competition.

However, the road to victory was not easy.

In the previous months, the Hawkettes faced competition at four other tournaments.

In January, at a contest held at Stevenson High School, the girls won first place in three categories: Kick, Pom Dance, and Jazz Dance.

The next month at the Palatine High School competition, the Hawkettes placed first in Kick, and also placed very well in Pom ice and Jazz Dance. ^ ^ A Also in February, the girls competed at Downers Grove North High School. They won first place in Kick and in Prop, and finished with a second place award in Jazz Dance.

On March 2, the Hawkettes edged closer to state, when they won two first place awards for their outstanding routines at the Super

The 1995-96 Varsity Hawkettes Sectionals held at St. Charles High School.

Finally, a few weeks later, the Hawkettes' dreams of against winning state were fulfilled.

In addition, the Hawkettes continued another successful tradition this season when senior co-captain Christy Schweizer was chosen to be Miss Drill Team Illinois. First runner-up in the contest was junior co-captain, Melissa Gelsomino.

Photo courtesy of Eyrie The Maine South Varsity Hawkettes for the 1995-96 season are: Tai Apolinski, Natalie Berg, Tara Desnet, Heather Dunne, Michelle DeStefano, Me lissa Gelsomino, Maria Giakoumis, Katie-Jo Herzog, Kathy Illic, Andrea Jackson, Sarah Kopke, Roxana Lulusa, Jennifer Ptak, Chrissy Raddi, Jenny Rodino, Patrice Schittino, Christy Schweizer, Jenny Sitarz, Jenny Timm, and Katy Vojack.

New National Honor Society inductees recently announced

On Tuesday, March 19, as ten seniors and 90 juniors walked across the auditorium stage, they were inducted into the Maine South chapter of the National Honor Society.

Each of these inductees was congratulated by current NHS officers President Brian Shields, Vice-president Claire Pawlowski, Secretary/Treasurer Tracy Stankiewicz, and Tutoring Chairperson Bryan Dayton, in addition to Dr. Cachur, sponsor Mrs. Canova, and keynote speaker, Mr. Lonergan.

In order to be inducted into National Honor Society, students must be evaluated in four ^ ^ ^ a s : character, service, leadership, and ^^molarship.

Each of the 1996 inductees had ample qualifications, for as each marched across the stage, a Ust of the student's achievments that

qualified him or her for NHS was announced, proving how each truly deserved to be selected as a member of the National Honor Society.

The 1996 inductees are as follows: Seniors: George Czerwionka, David Darling, Heather Dolan, Kerstin Forsythe, Vickie Kalamaras, Lisa Klueppel.

Stephen Mahler, Christina Raddi, Amanda Slobodecki, Erica Vassilos.

Juniors: Brian Albin, Todd Andreoni, Sean Andrews, Christina Atanowsky.

Kate Bacon, Laura Beckerdite, John Bellen, Shannandoa Berles, Jessica Boudos, Izabella Cegielski.

Michael DeLance, EHzabeth Douglass, Kathryn Drozd, Michelle Dulski, Kristin Durianski, Danuta Dzierzanowska.

Katherine English, Meghan Erwin, Matthew Farrell, Maria Ferschl, Anne Fink, Oliva Forys.

April Gann, Maria Giakoumis, Charles Gosrisirikul, Tami Gudukas, Christina Hagerty, George Hartman, Lania Ho, Mary Hoekstra, Laura Huber.

Angela Janik, Jennifer Jemc, Nickolas Kacprowski, Jamie Kalinowski, Robyn Kocher, Katherine Korytkowski, Diana Kostolansky, Annamaria Kotis, Anna Kulik, Samantha Kupsco, Matthew Kurinsky.

Mathew Lake, Jennifer Levar, Lawrence Logsdon, Janet Lucchesi, Roxana Lulusa.

Agnieszka Malicka, Melanie Manrose, Anna Marszalek, Jamie Martello, Natalie Mazzuca, Monica McQueen, Frank Merle, NHS continued on page 6

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For mature audiences only progress, society will become like Sisyphus,

by Cyrus Wilson While writing a commentary for the last repeatedly pushing the rock back up the hill, issue of Southwards, I came across an inter- knowing each time that it wiU roll back down.

Trying to improve society's language esting usage of the word "adult." I referred to presents a dilemma. A race should not be pornography as "adult material." I chose to surround "adult" with quotes because I do not labeled with a negative term, but perpetually believe that adult is a proper adjective for replacing negative terms is not an ideal solution. People who are not up to date on the pornography. newest term might cause offense by using People and organizations who distribute pornography use adjectives such as "adult" politically incorrect language. Perhaps it is and "mature" to improve the connotations of best to create an alternative, neutral label their products, and in doing so, improve their when the more commonly used term turns own profits. However, obscenities are not negative. People can use the new term if they adult; they are immature. Replacing a nega- choose, but since it is not a full replacement, tive word with a more positive one is not the connotation might stay neutral. The negaalways successful, whether the purpose is tive term can still be tolerated, because the profit for one company or the betterment of an speaker's intent is not established by the word itself, but the context in which it is used. entire society.

When the purpose of manipulating connoA movie described as "adult, for tations is profit, positive words are often used to incorrectly describe negative items. Labels mature audiences" will return more such as "adult" or "for mature audiences" profits than a movie labeled "obindicate that the materials they refer to should only be accessible to people mature enough to scene^fnHmmature discriminate between respectful and obscene.

Connotation can be confusing, especially In other words, only the people who can in the case of disguising disrespectful materichoose to refuse such materials can be ex- als with positive adjectives. People can maposed to them. However, these products are nipulate connotation out of greed or kindspecifically targeted at people who are imma- heartedness. Sometimes the manipulation is ture enough to find value in the obscene. successful, be it for good or bad purposes, When money is at stake, companies will not while other times it is futile. But regardless of necessarily label their products correctly. A intent, a positive word substituted for a negamovie described as "adult, for mature audi- tive word wiU pick up a negative connotation ences" will return more profits than a movie sooner or later. Establishing new, alternative labeled "obscene, for immature audiences." terms might not be fully successful, but wiU Unfortunately, in gaining profits, these or- probably work better than creating full reganizations might be tarnishing words like placements. Sometimes it is not possible to do "adult" and "mature." anything about a negative word; in that case, It might seem that greed is the only motiva- one should not stop at a negative word and tion for this manipulating of connotations, but ignore the context; perhaps the word is being people often replace negative words with used in a positive sense. The only method to more positive ones for benevolent purposes. truly master the situation is to look beyond Politically correct language is an example of words themselves for overall meanings. an attempt to improve the world by changing the words we use to label different races. The A Letter to the Editors purpose behind these measures is indeed philanthropic. When one term to describe a race Dear Editors: picks up a negative connotation, people start I found it refireshing, yet sad, to read using a different, neutral term. an article like Lisa Klueppel's "AcceptEven though politically correct language ing the differences in others."[February has a good purpose, it will not always be 23, Issue 12] There is not enough tolersuccessful. If a new word is substituted for an ance in the world today. 1 respect her for old word because the old word has a negative issuing a challenge to us, calling for connotation, that negative connotation will sensitivity and understanding when dealeventually be attached to the new word. The ing with the people around us. We are all words "adult" and "mature" are now stained different in one way or another, and by because of their associations with obscene acknowledging the value of those differmaterials. It is unfortunate that terms to deences Maine South can be an even better scribe races turn negative, but it happens. place to leam and grow. Thank you, Lisa.

Soon the new word will have to be replaced, * Sincerely, and the one after that, and so on. With no net Mr. P. Gabel

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by Kate Rowland Daddy put the hat there on purpose, and J; think that maybe onc« or twice he tfaoughl about picking it up aiid keeping it to himself^: But he just left it there.

Sometimes a friend would come over and; he wouldn't usually notice it at first. But Daddy always did something so he saw it, glaring, plain as the nose on one-s face.

For a long time, it just sat. Daddy said it used to be bigger, way bigger, but something had happened when he was a boy. '%l used to be fashionable," Daddy said, "Everv'one had his own version, and we all Uked to display ours in a little different way.

Mr. StonewaD? He picked restaurants. And Mr. Davis and Miss O'Hara, they did buses.

But Mr. DuBois and Mrs. Tubman, they were never much for it. In fact, they caused quite a bit of trouble over them.

"Mrs. Tubman's son, Scot, he caused trouble. He was a bad one; everyone always dreaded Scot He would teU you straight what he thought of you. Lot of people didn't like that. I don't b?ame them. Just try to exercise your right to free speech—^>'our right to free speech—your rightasan American citizen!— and Scot, he'd get all mad. Never did u n d ^ ^ Stand that. Once I had to have a group of g i P ^ jump him jn$t so he'd shut up," it lay right plain where everj'one could see it.

Daddy decided one day that Douglass should leam the story, too.

'TDouglass," Daddy said, "I want you to pick that uprightnow."

"You sure that's right. Dad?" "I ain't gonna teach you nothing that's wrong, am I?" "No, six."

But Douglass didn't touch it. He was sttil pretty young yet, and I guess he just didn't get it.

"Douglass," he said again, "Pick it up. You don'thaveto show no one you gotityet. Just so you know it's there."

"I can see it."

"Douglass! That is part of your hentage.

For a hundred years> ex'eryone in the family has carried that with them," Daddy said.

"Look, Dad, I know it's there. And I just don't know^ if I want to cany i t " "Son," Daddy said slowly, "that is very important to me. My great-greatgrandfather, he made that. Ko one before him had ever made up bis mind. And his son and his son a ^ ^ ^ his son and my son are all gonna make s u w ^ that that hate gets carried on. You see''" But Douglass shook his head.

"No, sir."

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•The face without a name

by Margaret Byrne It's something we all go through, and we all hate. At least I do. It's dreadful isn't it?

Walking through the empty hallways of Maine South between classes and running into that person whose name you can't remember. He is walking towards you, slow, real slow.

Should you speed up, or slow down?

Should you pretend to be reading something, or would that only lead to a collision? Should you give that fellow Spanish class student a "hello" nod? (Perhaps Hola\) As all of these important questions are racing through your head, that person is moving closer and closer.

The swish of your jeans can be heard, as well as the movement of those books in your backpack.

If only you knew that person everything would be okay, or if you didn't know him at all, it would still be okay. But at this moment nothing is okay and all you can think about is "What is this guys name?!

This isn't real hard core pressure, this is realistic pressure, social presure. It is the kind of pressure that can drive a person mad. A stroll down an empty hallway was all that you wanted, but that kid who always throws stuff in math had to come and mess it up for you. It is never your fault, mind you, it is always the person who could have waited lo retrieve books from thier locker.

You, on the other hand, were on the may to the bathroom to wash off ink from your hands.

(Mom always said, chewing pens was a "bad idea")

Do not speak and/or gesture until you see the whites of their eyes, is advice followed by the general consensus of Maine South, and even though the person's eyes are probably bloodshot, you can see them. They are so close by this point, that you can not only hear your books shifting, but thiers as well. They look up, for a split second, and then they are gone.

You have survived a traumatic experience.

Some say that the more times that you go throught this the ordeal becomes easier, but in my case, it never gets easier. The pained look leaves your face, and the noises, gone from your ears. You are so close to the bathroom by now, you can almost smell the smoke. If you had no idea who that person was, everything would have been alright.

The U.S. political front: bad

by Brian O'Neill As an American, it is your duty, once every four years, to not care about the elections.

Other than to turn to someone else, perhaps a significant other, and say, "Boy, I sure hate (fill in candidate's name). Don't you?" This is what politics is all about. It involves negative feelings, and the art of voting for someone who you dislike the least Some of you Maine South student are at voting age, and probably don't have the time to find out about the candidates; I will therefore give you a brief summary of the elections. So you can make your choice of who you hate least and join the ranks of informed voters. B ut don' t thank me.

Give me money.

It seems logical to start out by discussing election that affects you the most for the next four years. But I'll let you in on a little trade secret Nothing will really affect you. Alright?

Politics, our form of government, is really a hoax set up to shield you from oiu" real leaders, hyper-intelligent communist mole people. Well, shucks, I guess not really, but it sure seems that way. And it sure would make it easier on us Americans if we could believe that f we could only blame our problems on e twisted mutant underground dwellers ^ d of the people we elect, we wouldn't have to worry. It would be nice to think that our high crime and bloated deficit and horrible political gridlock could be solved if we could only rise up against our oppressors.

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seize the day and storm the caves! Bum the mothers into slavery if they think it will get freaks! them a few votes. They value nothing, except But we know that this isn't true. We know power and greed. They cater to us so that they that our system, which I maintain is the best can dominate us. system in the world, is at fault. And do you But, you might ask, isn' t the politicans' job know why? I do. Or at least I think I do. It is to do what we want? The answer is yes. Govbecause many Americans do believe in the ernment was set up to help us and to serve us. mole people, or at least cling to that hope. But how can we be helped or served if our Why? Because apathy is better, and easier, government officials don't really care about than action. (This little side-track ceases to be themselves, and their beliefs, or the bettera tangent, and is now the focal point of this ment of man, and only care about power? article. If you want to read someting funny, I That is what it all boils down to—power. suggest Garfield.)

Everyone wants it No one wants to give any There are many people running for office out. It will be our downfall. But what can be that are not total power-whores, not just done about it? Lots! Take a stand. Support and people who want to be the boss, there are back and work for a candidate that you feel many who actually care about America. supports and works for you! Run for office on However, these people don't win. They don't what you believe on. win because people don't care enough about You are the future, Maine South. You can getting them elected. It is far easier to re-elect lead or be led. The choice is yours. The future Bob Dole to be a Senator 2(X) times than it of America is in your hands. If you don't like would be to get some fresh blood in the office, the system, change it from within. And rebut fresh blood is commonly frowned upon in member the most important lesson; I can't this nation bom of blood. emphasize it enough. Don't let Bob Dole be That is why we have this gridlock. There president. Everything which I stated above are politicans who start out small and ruth- directly applies to him. He is a horrible awful lessly climb to the top. They get a taste of man; he doesn't care about you, and he power, and like a shark reacts to blood, they doesn't care about America; he only cares will kill any thing or anyone to get it There are about Bob Dole. Clinton is bad, and I would few people on any level of government that never endorse him, but Bob Dole can not be hold themselves to true ideals. Most, probably President. about 95%, sell themselves to the highest Fight against it For you. And your kids. bidder. They will change their policies, be- And America. liefs, and even barter their souls and sell their Okay?

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Standardized test season at MS

by Michelle Dulski Saturday, April 13. Is it only tomorrow?

Actually, this date will tell most juniors whether or not their ACT classes were worth the two hours every Thursday evening for eight weeks. For some, this day also marks the start of the college search. For others, the search may have already commenced, or will begin after May 4, the date for the next SAT test.

What some may not know are the differences between the SAT and the ACT. The SAT, or Scholastic Aptitude Test, has existed longer than the ACT, which itself came into being in the early 1960's. The ACT, or American College Test, does not penalize or take points away for wrong guesses like the SAT does, which may be a plus for some people.

The fact that calculators are not allowed for the ACT may not receive too many smiles.

The SAT contains sentence completions and analogies, but does not test science or grammar skills like the ACT. Both tests do involve a math section, although this only accounts for 25 percent of the score for the ACT and 50 percent of the score for the SAT. According to an article written by Ms. Cannon, the Career Resource Center Counselor, "The SAT I is designed to predict college performance by testing critical thinking skills used in college. The ACT is designed to measure acquired skills and thereby predict college performance."

Ms. Cannon points out that, "People like to know which [test] to take." Some helpful hints regarding this include which tests certain colleges prefer. The SAT seems to appeal more to schools on the east and west coasts.

The ACT seems to be requested more in the midwest schools. This is just generally speaking, though; the only sure way to find out which tests to take is to see which one the colleges being considered require for admissions.

There is also another type of test, the SAT n, which may be required by some colleges.

Another generality is that Ivy League schools require this test. The SAT 11 is actually several tests; usually three of these specialized tests are recommended. SAT 11's are subject tests, with a wide variety to choose from. They must be taken on a separate test date than the SAT. Before one can even enter the test center on Saturday, there is a long registration process.

Ms. Cannon comments, "Students are frequently surprised that [the registration form] takes so long to fill out." It usually takes 45 minutes to an hour to do so. Once filled out, the student must make sure the envelope is postmarked before the deadline. The chance of the student getting his first choice of test centers decreases as the deadline nears. Those that wait to the last day will probably receive their admission ticket with their second test center choice.

The question that pops up in a lot of test-

takers' minds may be, "Is standardized t e s t ^ ^ really necessary?" There are other areas colleges consider besides these tests. For example, colleges are very interested in academics, extracurricular activities, and community service. These standardized tests, however, are necessary for colleges to get a better idea of what kind of student they will decide to accept or deny.

Basic Information on the SAT I and ACT The SAT I composite score is out of 1600 points. The math score and verbal score are both figured out of 800 and then added together for a final score. The average scores on the SAT I for freshmen at more competitive schools range from 1100-1600.

SAT I scores are considered especially important at schools on the east and west coasts and in the Ivy League schools.

The ACT composite score is out of 36 points. The ACT consists of several subject area tests including math, verbal, and sciences. Students are not allowed to use a calculator on the ACT. The ACT does m penalize for wrong answers, so it is recom'' mended that test-takers answer all questions. At competitive schools, ACT scores usually range from 27-36.

Focus on student excellence...

Name: Angela Athanasopouios Grade Level: Senior Activities: Varsity Tennis Captain, Musical, Choir, All Conference Athlete, Tennis State QuaUfier Teacher's Comment: "Angela has contributed greatly to our school by her involvement in activities, leadership, example and attitude. Angela is not a 'namral' in sports or studies, but has earned excellence in academics and athletics by improving her skills through dedication and a determined work ethic. She has a caring nature, sensitivity, and genuine concerd(P for others."

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Lisa Marie Brodsl<y

by Dana Barabas Senior Lisa Marie Brodsky is a talented and accomplished writer. She has been published in several anthologies and in Equinox, Maine South's creative writing magazine.

Brodsky's work has been published twice in each the National Library of Poetry and The Best Poems of the Nineties. She has also appeared in the Maine Montage, District 207's compilation of outstanding student writing.

Brodsky is now concentrating her efforts on poems, but she has written and still writes short stories and personal essays. She has also had a novel in the works for two years.

"The novel is called Road from Eden, and it deals with the family ties that bind and how they can be jeopardized," says Brodsky.

She credits her ideas to examining her own emotions and watching the way people act.

Brodsky describes her writing style as in the midst of change.

"My writing used to focus more on my ^rsonal problems but now it has more of an "uplifting theme."

She explains that she now realizes that one can use many mediums to write.

Linda Goodman, author of metaphysical works, is Brodsky's favorite writer.

"Her books have changed my view of life as both a writer and a person."

She continues to write under the pseudonym of Lisa Marie, a name she has professionally assumed for ten years.

Brodsky intends to continue her writing next year as a theatre-creative writing double major at Beloit College in Beloit, Wisconsin.

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Boxer Melissa Vensas

by Karin Vonesh She's rough, she's tough, and she's not someone whose bad side you'd want to get on.

She's MeUssa Vensas, Maine South's female boxer. This sophomore started fighting in eighth grade.

"I wanted to wrestle," Vensas commented about her initial interest in the sport, "but my dad wouldn't let me roll around on a mat widi a guy. So I chose boxing."

Four days a week will find her practicing hard at Brooks Park in Chicago. She works out for an hour and a half each session.

"Boxing is a hard workout, but it's well worth the work and it keeps you in shape, too," Vensas stated.

Already Vensas's determined and consistent efforts have brought her success. She has won two Park District championships in the few years she has been fighting . Her latest and most prestigious victory came on Mar. 5, when she won the Golden Glove competition.

The male winners from this fight will advance to the Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA, this summer, but so far female boxing has not been included in the Olympic roster.

Vensas would be eager to go if females were permitted to box competitively in the Games.

"I'm hoping to go to the Junior Olympics if they make an all-girls event," she stated.

She faces another Park District championship tournament in April.

In fights, Vensas is only allowed to fight other female boxers, but at practice she regularly faces guys. She enjoys boxing and would recommend the sport.

"Brooks Park is free and anyone is welcome—especially girls."

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Lauren Mitchell, Michael Mueller, Sl Murakishi,Kelly Newton, Danielle Nieciag, Sarah Nommensen.

George Pappas, Maya Parekh, Brenda Peters, Mila Petrovic, Matthew Policy, Allison Poulos, Christine Poulos, Thomas Rcpetto, Elizabeth Rossi, Katherine Rybak.

Julie Sapp, Matthew Schmit, Laura Schornack. Amy Sherman, Paul Sianis, Jillian Sigalos, Dominika Smereczynski, Rachel Stein, Timothy Strauts, Anna Szybowski.

Michael Talaga, Jeffrey Vaca, Steven Vassos, Lisa Von Wahlde.

Kerry Wagoner, Rose Walczak, Michael Wilkening, Ursula Wojciechowski, Anne Wysoglad, Johanna Zumer.

Upcoming Events Sat. April 13

ACT testing

Fri. April 19

Marlin swim show

Sat. April 20

Marlin swim show

Sun. April 21

Marlin swim show

Thur. April 25

Spring Activities AssembH

Sun. April 28

Orchestra concert]

February Students of the Month Science: Marco Capasso, Sterling Chung, Mary Friesl, Todd Gierke, Paul Johnson, Margaret Kirklewski, Kirsten Larson, Marc Menet, Michael Mueller, Margarita Prieto, Susan Reynolds, Paul Salamondra, Andrew Sleyko, Alexandra Uzemack, Joene Van Craenenbroeck, Kerry Wagoner, Izabela Wemer, Annette Wyszkowski, Krista Zech.

Mathematics: Aristidis Geroulis, Gregory Goodrich, Kristen Hannon, Meghann Hilty, Christopher Kaas, Vishal Kamani, Carmen Monaco, Kimberiy Pahati, Dominik Pieklo, Jennifer Pietrzykowski, Lindsay Utz, Karin Vonesh.

Social Science: Thomas Buszydlo, Feras Dajani, Amul Ganger, Katie Jo Herzog, Christine Jacobson-Romain, Kevin Johnson, Sheila Mc Guirek, Tom Tsilipetros, David Wilson.

Foreign Language: Chris Buckley, Filip Cejovic, Maureen Jamieson, Natalie Levendoski, Elizabeth Rossi, Jennifer Schrock, WiUiam Stanke, April Vale.

English: John Armour, Jeff Chmielinski, Laura Cutro, Katherine Dwyer, Jennifer Evola, Amul Ganger, April Gann, Karen Hutchinson, Kevin Johnson, Vickie

Kalamaras, Mike Lupo, Christina Makas, Marc Menet, Dan Neradt, Vanessa Ramos, Kate Rowland, Erica Sampson, Mark Tallungen, Megan Teretta, Alex Whamond.

Physical Education: Steven Bellen, Chris Cannata, Danuta Dzierzanowska, Nikolaos Georgiopoulos, Pam Morgan, Matthew Reardon, Brian Schmitz, Susan Skaczylo, Season Skibbe, Zoran Staneov.

Health: Michael Sim. Business: Wesley Davis, Marianna Perricone, Erin Roche, Eve Vormittag, Annette Wyszkowski.

Applied Technology: John Drugan, Mary Hoekstra, Scott Kopecky, Scott Pahlke.

Home Economics: Bianca Di Valerio, Elizabeth Gibbons, Corinne Kabat, Nicole Schrecke, Andrea Weihs.

Speech/Drama: Siobhan Dolan, Dominika Smereczynski, Christina Trahanas.

Music: Wesley Crampton, Jane Opie, Gregory Reuhs.

Art/Photo: Junko Ohata, Martin Sara, David Siegel, Katherine Thompson.

Driver Education: Tiffany Apohnski, Brian Phillips, Adam Stec, Sarah Wojtoiwicz.

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Track begins outdoor season

by Paul Pawola In the weeks following Spring Break, the varsity boys' track team looks to repeat as Central Suburban League North champion.

Using momentum from gaining the Indoor conference title, the Hawks remained unbeaten this year by winning 12 of 18 events to crush visiting Nazareth, Schurz, and Leyden on April 2 in their first outdoor meet of the year.

Individual winners on the track included senior Tom Swidnicki in the low hurdles and

the 300 meter intermediate hurdles. Paul Berke was victorious in the 800 meter run.

Juniors J.P. Veron and Eric Kuever contributed to the team by winning the 100 meter and the 200 meter events, respectively.

The Hawks also did well at the relays, winning three of the four races at the meet.

The two-mile relay team of Bryan Dayton, George Hartman, Tim Zei, and Paul Berke captured first place. The 400 meter relay team of Veron, Ben Wilson, Eric Kuever, and George Gardiakas claimed a victory in their

race. Also, the 1600 meter relay team of Berke, Wilson, Hartman, and Gardiakas finished in first place.

In the field events, the Hawks were extremely successful as well. Junior Pat Maigler earned a first place finish in the pole vault.

Eric Kuever leaped to a first place in the long jump and senior Dave Darling took the discuss title. Junior Brian Marvucic tossed the shotputfarthestontheday, winningfirstplace in that event. The Hawks next meet is Sunday versus Glenbrook North.

Baseball ready to start new season ^ ^

The Maine South baseball team has started its season out on the diamond. After struggling through the cold weather of early Spring, the season is starting to warm up quickly.

On the mound for the Hawks are seniors t^Steve < Westman and Tom Modzelewski. estman, master of the offspeed pitch, and odzelewski will be key to the starting rota-

tion. Southpaw Brian Moore will also be included in the rotation. Completing the battery is Mark Cameron. With an excellent arm, he should be an effective deterent to would-be base stealers.

Infielders for the Hawks include junior John Sosner, sophomore Mike Lupo, and senior Scott Gatziolas. The infield hopes to provide tough defense as well as an offensive

punch.

In the outfield the Hawks look strong. Rick Tosch, Steve Diduch, and Tim Strauts will be important to the Hawks' success this season.

The Hawks have a chance to win the Central Suburban League North this season, as there is a lot of parity in the conference. If the Hawks stay healthy and play consistent ball, they will be successful this season.

Gymnasts jump, tumble, and roll The boys' varsity gymnastics team lost its March 21 meet versus the Glenbrook South Titans. The Hawks were beaten by a score of 130.5-104.7.

A superior Glenbrook South team overwhelmed the Hawks at the crossover meet.

The loss was the second of the season for the Hawks after their season-opening win against Maine East.

The Hawks received strong performances from several gymnasts. Senior Steve Madura performed well at the meet and had an impressive floor exercise routine. Madura has been a strong performer all season.

Junior Brad Galvin also was a key player for the Hawks against Glenbrook South. He had an excellent day on the parallel bars and Jhe rings.

The sophomores' next meet is Tuesday at jlenbard West. The varsity level does not compete again until next Friday at home versus the Evanston Wildkits.

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Girls' badminton is bacl<!

by Lania Ho "Here in 1996, we're the awesome Maine South chicks! We smash, we drive, we really strive...nGHT! HAWKS! nOHT!" Yes, once again the badminton season has begun and we are en fuegol Practicing extremely hard under the work of head coach.

Miss Thein, JV coach Miss Douglass, and physical instructor Mrs. SummerviUe, the

Hawks are steaming with excitement The first meet of the year was against Leyden, at which both the varsity and JV lost seven to eight. This loss occurred because the Hawks had been practicing only three days.

Then the Hawks lost again seven to eight against Glenbrook South, a school with one of the best badminton programs in the state. At the CSL Invite, Sandy Anselmini wonfirstall

d&r around in "A" singles and Maine South eni up infifthplace out of eight schools, including DcCTfield, New Trier, Evanston, Waukegan, Maine East, Maine West and Glenbrook South. On April 1, varsity won 15-0 and JV won 13-2 against Fenton. The team is looking forward to a tough season and ready to win.

Come and cheer on the girls at their next home meet April 15 against Maine West.

Soccer speeds toward victory

by Jennie Palermo After two hard and demanding weeks of practice, the Hawks won their season opener against 1995 sweet 16finalistOak Park.

Meghan Erwin notched two goals and Jackie Korus and Krissy Seberhagen each added another for the4-0 victory. Sophomore goalkeeper Alice Gleason stopped several Huskies shots to preserve the shutout Early season opponents B uffalo Grove and

Rockford, both also sweet 16 finalists last year, will be a great test for the remaining season.

Mr. Spiegal's JV team also beat Oak Rark by a score of 4-0 and shows promising signs for the future. With four freshmen and three returning players, the team has set many goals including the capture of the JV Glenbrook South tournament at the end of the season. The freshman team coached by Mr. Tilley has

plans of a winning season after their opening victory of 6-0.

The girls* soccer program would like to offer a special thanks to all who supported the Juggle-athon. The money raised will be donated to the Maine Township Special Olympics. One other way to offer your support would be to attend the Hawks next home game Thursday, April 18 against New Trier at 5:00.

We hope to see you there.

Softball starts off another season

by Michelle Dulski The Maine South varsity softball team started its season on a positive note, winning against Waukegan 2-1 on April 2 and starting off the game by scoring a run in the first inning. Catcher Jenny E vanshank and centerfielder Christine Battista made great catches

in the top of the fourth to start the inning off right The next scoring opportunity came for the Hawks when Renee Schaul hit a double.

Netti Stanke's bunt allowed Schaul to advance to third. After a pop fly to left field, Schaul tagged up, putting the team up 2-0.

This year's team is made up of seniors

Christine Battista, Michelle Czech, Jenny Evanshank, Karin Beaumont, JoAnna P u l i ^ | ^ Claire Pawlowski, Lisa LaCerra and HeatJ^^ Kura. The juniors on the team are Gina Anichini, Netti S tanke and Renee Schaul. Sophomores Kori Biesczcad, Ali PacCT and Mary Ladra round out the roster.

Hawks break three records in one great night

by Katie Rybak When the girls' track team hosted this year's indoor conference meet, no one quite expected the strong performances which were displayed. Throughout the night the Hawks proved that they were a team that could win in the big meets.

Among the more notable achievements, three school records were broken on April 24.

The four lap relay team of Nicole Wright, Stephanie Chen, Ines Tiu, and Sheree Baccay broke the former record of 1:15.1 with a time of 1:14.9. Wright also earned her place on the record board with a time of 6.4 seconds on the 50 yard dash, erasing the former record of 6.5.

The last record which was surpassed was that of the two mile run by Elizabeth Gibbons with a time of 12:36.

Although the Hawks placed third overall, the team was actually only a few points behind first place, having been in first place before the last event The final varsity score was Highland Park 94, Maine West 93 and Maine South 91.5. The JV team once again proved

their talents by placing first in conference.

Many strong performances helped bring the Hawks so close to first place. The sprint medley team of Katie Rybak, Tiu, Chen, and Amanda Wolf placed second and the mile relay team of Sara Payne, Chen, Mary Hoekstra, and Johanna Zumer placed fourth.

The two mile relay team of Jenny Mozdren, JuUe Foltz, Angela Janik, and Hoekstra also placed fourth.

In the field events Deirdre Larsen placed third in the shotput with a distance of 30'9". In the triple jump, Katie Dupont placed fourth (30'5"). Lastly, in the long jump, Wright placed third (14'9") and Maureen Gunning placed fourth (14'8").

Other good individual performances include third placefinishesby Wright in the 220 (28.9 seconds) and Zumer in the half mile (2:32.8).

With all of these great accomplishments the Hawks are looking forward to a successful Ines Tiu sprints by an opponent outdoor season. photo by Paul Berko