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Advisor Mrs. Seguino. Rick Vucich. Jason Strains. Brian Husar. Jon Davis, and Advisor pose for a picture before the competition.

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Complicating the not-so-compli^ cated: operation Rube Goldberg

by Brian Husar

Alright, alright. With a title like this, I can already see the question flying; that one question which has become so irritating to the select few who actually know the answer: "Rube who?" In response to this question, a Rube Goldberg machine is much like a giant version of the childhood game of Mousetrap. In short, it is comprised of a set of simple steps. For example, a hammer hitting a nail that ultimately complete a final task of selecting, crushing, and recycling an empty pop can.

The rules are simple: build a machine that consists of a minimum of twenty intermediate steps within the set dimensions of 5 feet high by 6 feet wide by 6 feet deep and then flawlessly run it twice within nine minutes. Sound easy? It isn't.

This year, Maine South was fortunate enough to have two separate teams compete in a school-level competition.

However, only one team per school was allowed to advance to the regionals competition held in the Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier. This year's advancing team consisted of captains Jason Strains and Brian Husar and members Jon Davis and Rick Vucich, all of whom had foraged through basements, garages, and attics in order to find discarded doohickeys.

unwanted whatchamacallits, and left-over thingamajigs.

Building began in early December and continued without interruption through early March. Each man had his own duties to attend to so that the machine would be ready for the competition. This may not seem to be an inviting task, but not all of the team's time was spent drilling holes into PVC

After hours of extensive labor, the machine was ready to fight for a state position. pipe.Thrown into the long hours of hard work were pizza breaks, bouts of blaring music, and Ping-Pong tournaments.

Once built, the machine needed to be transported from Husar's basement to the

third floor of the A-wing. The only way to get it out of the basement and into the school was to rip it apart and drive it to the school in two pieces. Likewise, after the Maine South competition, it had to be broken down yet again and driven back to Husar's house where it was reassembled and any malfunctioning steps were repaired.

One week later, it was time for the regionals competition. Twelve teams competed downtown, and although Maine South did not place in the top three (which traveled down to state), the team was still pleased with its results. Many times, a team will not advance the first year, but it will then strengthen its machine so that it will have a better chance of advancing the following year. The team hopes to do the same with preparation for next year's competition.

In regards to forming a team, all need to do is inform one of the phyl| teachers and then start building. When the time comes for next year's task to be announced (it changes every year), you will only need to modify your machine so as to complete that particular task. An ideal team will start at the beginning of the school year.

And this is not so bad, because who wouldn't love pizza breaks, bouts of blaring music, and Ping-Pong tournaments throughout the entire year?

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April 11, 1899 - The Treaty of Paris is ratified and Spain cedes Puerto Rico to the United States.

April 11, 1965 - Forty tornadoes strike the United States midwest killing 272 and injuring 5,000.

April 11, 1968 - President Johnson signs the 1968 Civil Rights Act. April 11, 1970 - Apollo 13 is launched to the Moon, is unable to land, and returns to Earth six days later.

April 11, 1991 - The UN Security Council issues a formal cease-fire in the Iraq Declaration.

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Applied technology: Yalashah Backus.

Craig Briars. Bobby Cri.smyre, Kevin Jones Art: Megan Brady. Matthew Cusimano.

Karen Magiera, Eva Ozon. Sarah Yunker Audio/Visual: Kyle Belts. Alex Biardo.

Mike Bielaczyk, Andi Cecchini. Katie Dunn, Liz Roig Business: Jessica Kuhr. Mark Milazzo, Jamie Tinaglia, Matthew Totsch Driver Education: Ben Dydyna. Thomas House English: Olga Anismov, Matthew Blair, Katy Bratko, Matt Caddell. Bryan Cummins, Tom Garcca. Sarah Grieblcr.

Victor Kobos, Jesse Kramer, Adam Kravets. Kelly Krol. Meghan Mc Kelvey, Chri.stina Palella, Joe Przekoia, Matthew

Schmidt, Tom Tarnowski, Jessica Witek.

Hubert Wygonowski Family and Consumer Sciences: Melina Bartolomei, Caitlin Lynch, Christina Pilali.

Samantha Porada Foreign Language: Matt Balogh, Alexander De Young. Ross Gitter. Mike Ludwig.

Joanne Rinaldi. Linda Savastio, Andrew Weisheit Health: Daniel Lcddy Math: Cailin Bake. Adam Baljevich, Daniel Cantu. Sarah Kwasigroch, Kevin Mc Mahon, Sylvia Marciniec. Kelly O'Toole.

Cristina Peri. Julie Rossi, Vera Skocen.

Michael Verrc Music: Kathleen Dorsey, Kathryn Fechner.

Kate Paine. Annie Paz

Physical Education: Antonio Barbanente, Matthew Beyer. Katherine Eichstaedt, Mark Fosco, Austin Gibbons, Christopher Hayes, Henry Lifton, Ellyn Michalak, Kari Pandyra, Joseph Sieczkowski, Slawomir Smolen, Susan Wyers Science: Stephanie Allen. Cailin Bake, Marco Bartolomei. John Bouikidis. Sam Cirrincione, Ellen Dwyer, Kristina Grieco, Troy Hoffman. Madeline Kiem, Kelli Priest, Patrick Reidy, Alexander Schallmo, Christina Solari, Jessica Wayer Social Science: Mark Anderson. Atra Asdou, Meghan Carlson, Amanda Cline, George Gianakakos. Dan Hogan. Emma Keenan. Kristin Kulsavage. Katie Shotsberaer

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by Eva Bialecki teacher. One day she'll work with lower "Young minds are getting cheated out of levels or with just AP students, while the the education that they deserve." said Mrs. rest of us sit in the classroom and work on Magda Nica, the French teacher at Maine packets. I can learn in that atmosphere, South, on the topic of the overcrowding of because I can put a lot of it on myself, but students and levels in the German and others have trouble."

French classes.

Learning is not Mrs. Nica has been just a one-way teaching French at experience. Teachers Maine South for 15 are also involved. ÂŤ !. years, and she believes "The best word is the main problem is that frustrating," replies nobody is taking these Mrs. Nica. "You languages as "serious want your students academics-which they to understand, to are," she added. "Our learn effectively; foreign language classes but, with over 30 do not just teach kids at different vocabulary but we blend levels in one class, L&-Âťy ^ i y ^ r 3 / ^ history, music, and art it's very difficult. appreciation. These Also, it's impossible things are important for to get to each student the development of young minds." in the short time I have to teach."

Karen McCann. a junior and a polyglot, Is anything being done to fix this must deal with crowded classrooms in both overload on students and teachers? Mrs. pf her French and German classes. In some Patricia Schreiber. the head of the Foreign jases, level III through level V AP students Language Department, doesn't see much must share a classroom and a teacher. "In else that can be done. "The main problem my German class, it's like I only have is money. We have to watch our budget twenty minutes of real interaction with the because we can't hire new teachers if we

don't have enough students signing up for these classes."

"Fifteen years ago, languages were much worse off here at Maine South," concluded Mrs. Nica. "Now we have a hard-working boss. We need a law that requires classes to be split up by level. However, it's up to the parents and students to get more serious if we are to expect any positive changes."

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The war creeps home

The war with Iraq hit close to home when Terry Bacon, a 1995 Maine South graduate and a fantastic human being was one of the First Airborne Unit officers wounded during an alleged "fragging" incident, in which grenades were rolled into tents at a United States camp in Kuwait. A fellow Army soldier was detained in the incident and is awaiting charges.

Terry received shrapnel wounds to his leg and torso and is being treated at a U.S. military medical facility in Germany. Terry is expected to make a full recovery.

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by Emily Haak "Dude, you have got to see what's in my toilet."

"I think I'm good, thanks though."

"No really, you should see this...."

I reluctantly rose and went to my brother's apartment's bathroom to see what he was so excited about. I fearfully peered into the bowl, and was flabbergasted to discover a chipmunk.

Don't ask me how a chipmunk gets into a toilet; I frankly have no idea.

After much debate over a method of rescue, we decided upon his barbecue tongs. After fishing him out of the toilet, we placed him outside. Reader discretion is here advised, because this anecdote gets really depressing from here on out. The chipmunk must have had a broken limb, because it flopped around in the grass for awhile, and when 1 went out the next morning, I found the chipmunk dead.

The only redeeming aspect of this otherwise sobering experience is that 1 was able to draw some sort of lesson from it, and that is that we, as human beings, have more available to us than a pair of barbecue tongs. We have the power of reason at our disposal (well, most of the time anyway). When we are stuck swimming in our metaphorical toilet, we can maintain some semblance of sanity by taking the occasional Sunday afternoon nap and using our reason to remind ourselves that the end is near.

It seems that this is a particularly relevant time to remind ourselves of this philosophy as fourth quarter's unbelievable time commitments coupled with warm weather makes for a deadly combination. Just remember that as concerts, projects, AP tests, meets, SATs games, award ceremonies and deadlines pile up, the end of the school year is nigh, and warm summer days are not too far away.

Sadly, barbecue tongs were not enough to save my small fury friend. But we are more fortunate than that chipmunk in that we do not need barbecue tongs as long as we can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

by Matt Heerman Free speech is sacred within our society, and the public school system is responsible for creating future members of that society.

It is logical to assume, therefore, that free speech would be just as precious within the school system as it is in society. However, that is simply not the case.

The District 207 Board of Education currently endorses a policy of censorship towards political speech as it relates to the current international crisis in Iraq; specifically, they have banned signs in the hallway.

According to Dr. Cachur, there are three basic reasons for this policy. He explained that getting the school involved in these political issues would create potential problems.

Also, the school fears that such signs would make the school appear biased to the public. Finally, the escalation of debate on this issue may cause a disruption to the educational process, which is not in anyone's interest.

While one can rationalize and respect such views on this matter, I simply cannot agree with them. One of the basic principles of education in District 207 is to create inquisitive individuals. Their policy of censoring political speech and their mission to create inquisitive individuals oppose one another. This is alarming because if the school continues to endorse censorship, there is a risk that future students at Maine South will be unwilling or unable to question authority.

If political speech is censored, it will be difficult to create a free and open colloquium on issues, which should be the ultimate goal of any prestigious educational institution such as Maine South. This policy seems to breach the very mission statement of the school, and Maine South will only graduate ignorant and close-

minded individuals if it continues to censor political speech.

"The free exchange of ideas in written, spoken, and expressive media is paramount to maintain the sanctity of a constitution within a democratic society." Although it has been nearly 180 years since Alexis de Tocqueville made this argument, it seems just as accurate now as it did then. However, let the intent of this article be clear: to create an open forum for discussion among students, one that otherwise would not be reached.

The question that must be answered from this discussion should be: "Is the risk of disturbance to the educational institution great enough to abandon the edifying principles set forthj the school?"

Censorship: A brief history of the policy The First Amendment of our Constitution is considered by some political scholars to be the final protection of freedom in a democratic society. From 1919 to the present, the Supreme Court has issued decisions that limit free speech when special circumstances apply. InSchenckw I/.5. the clear and present danger doctrine was established, limiting speech when it poses a threat to the stability of the community.

During the later half of the century, time place and manner restrictions became accepted to limit speech. Certain things in certain places and at certain times cannot be said for it presents a clear and present danger to the community.

For a while the Supreme Court deemed a high school as one of these places ^ ^ k times. It was thought that speech can, cBi even should, be limited in a high school, for it can pose a significant threat to the educational process. Yet these decisions were overturned in the 1970s, when the

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Student Opinion— justices decided iimiting speech would pose themselves, it seems unreasonable that a greater threat to the educational process someone should have to humiliate than allowing it would." Thus it was deemed themselves just to express their views. that a high school could not restrict free While the level of speech allowed speech any more than any other public presently is laudable, is seems impractical institution could. However, this ruling did and insufficient. The end goal of free not remain absolute for very long. speech is to reach consensus on a matter During the 1980s and 90s the Court has through discussion. This discussion is modified the previous decisions by allowing restricted due to their policy on censorship. individual school boards to create restrictions If free speech is to be valued by students, on what can and cannot be said in a high the school must change their system of prior school and to "'deny speech that has the restraint. The school must teach the shared values of a civilized possibility of society by example. creating clear and If it does not, the present danger to the "There are posters closed-minded learning community nature of our or process." The advertising the Christian student body will principals of high Athlete club presently inevitably continue. schools have wide hanging in our halls, A n o t h e r latitude in enforcing justification for this school board despite the fact that the policy is that the policies. stance on this Christian administration Maine South: wants to remain Where it lies on the activity is totally neutral." politically neutral. free speech Permitting posters continuum Maine South allows students to express to be hung in a hallway does not equate to themselves within the school, more so than the support of their message. There are some other area high schools. The ability to posters advertising the Christian Athlete wear signs and hang things on the student club presently hanging in our halls, despite expression board is above and beyond the the fact that the stance on this Christian letter of the law. However, the practicality activity is totally neutral. of the implementation of these policies While the school allows for a substantial allows for less speech than is described. For amount of speech in writing, the application example, the expression board is located in limits speech more than appearance the far side of the cafeteria. The most suggest. common use for this board during this time Thus the final question becomes: Does of year is for seniors to post failed tests as a censorship protect the safety of the learning testament to "senioritis". Thus most things environment by preventing disturbances or hung on the board are removed by staff limit the goal of education by restricting members with all due haste. Furthermore, the ability of an issue to be discussed from while students are allowed to wear signs on all sides in a free and open manner?

Editors' Pic of the Week

"The media isn't doing justice, they focus too much on what the troops do wrong."

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"We don't need this much coverage. To me it's mostly lies."

-Neeko Souri

"Newspapers and news channels are glossing over poorly laid out war plans."

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Music Review

Queens are kings of rock worl<f

by Dave Isaac Each year, '"best of the year" lists are made for a variety of music genres. One band that deserves to be on one of the rock lists is the Southern California post-grunge rockers Queens of the Stone Age. Mainstream audiences have finally embraced the underground band which was formed after the demise of the legendary rock group, Kyuss, in 1995.

Queens of the Stone Age's sophomore album. Songs for the Deaf, has been tearing up the rock charts and generating a lot of praise since it debuted in late August of last year. With quirky time signatures and the help of friend Dave Grohl of Nirxana. the Foo Fighters on drums, and other guest artists. Songs for the Deaf is one of the best rock albums of the year.

The first single, "No One Knows," best known for its comical video that frequently aired on MTV, is the centerpiece of the album. Former Kxuss members. Josh

Homme (singer/guitarist) and Nick Oliveri (bassist), create both thundering distorted riffs reminiscent of classic bands like Black Sabbath, and psychedelic grooves such as "Songs for the Dead" and "Hanging Tree."

Former Screaming Trees vocalist Mark Lanegan, adds his talents to a few songs, such as the opening track, "Millionaire."

Troy Van Leeuwen, known for his work with A Perfect Circle, is also featured on the album.

Queens of the Stone Age, once part of the Rolling Stone's Ten Most Important Hard and Heavy Bands, attempted to save hard rock with their stripped-down rock tunes. With Songs for the Deaf, the band managed to separate itself from Fu Manchu, Monster Magnet, and other rock legends to become their own unique band.

Queens of the Stone Age are no longer just another rock band. This album, complete with its cavalcade of guest

performers and droning rhythms has vaulted Queens of the Stone Age into a league of its own. Songs for the Deaf is a refreshing rock record in a time of cookie-cutter clone pop and manufactured, angst-ridden screaming heard on today's radios. The Queens are the real kings of the rock world.

Book Review

A new approach to an old stereotype

by Alison Thalhammer It is one of the most cliche plots that a novel can have: a troubled teenager having trouble concerning his own moral dilemmas and various tribulations. But in the end. he perseveres through many obstacles until he "finds himself" It is the plot that every typical "coming-of-age" story has, and it is the format for The Catcher in the Rye and A Separate Peace.

But unlike these novels, Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower presents the topic using a different approach to this timeless plot.

The unique style of writing and the more contemporary setting make the work all the more relatable to today's teenagers.

In the book, Charlie, a shy and different freshman in high school, faces various dilemmas concerning his family, friends, school, and his own past. Charlie writes and anonymously sends letters to random people.

This distinctive writing style allows the reader to get inside of Charlie's innermost thoughts on a personal level. The reader

experiences Charlie's happiness, sadness, failures, and successes.

Chbosky writes in a way teenagers of today can relate to. Charlie and his friends

listen to bands, such as Nirvana, which are still popular. He is taken under the wing of an English teacher who realizes Charlie has a bright mind. Charlie writes about the

books his teacher gives to him, such as To Kill a Mockingbird, Walden, Catcher in the Rye. The Great Gatsby, and many other classic high school readings. Charlie relates these books to his own life, and Chbosky does a wonderful job of conveying their various messages through Charlie.

Unlike popular "coming-of-age" stories. The Perks of Being a Wallflower will never become a timeless classic that is read in high schools all over the country. It probably will not even gain close to the amount of recognition that it deserves.

Chbosky's remarkable use of foreshadowing not only makes the book impossible to put down but also makes the ending even more surprising.The ending also hides a powerful message It is the message of understand yourself and coming to terms with yo;) U ^ life. Although it is a message that is too often used, it is presented in such a wonderful way in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. This book is definately worth reading.

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777^ heart of a soldier's mother h\ Felicia Caw

Maybe you are ignorant as to what is going on with the war with Iraq, or maybe a loved one of yours has been called to duty.

A soldier's mother, Rowena Luna, gives 'us another perspective: "My son joined the army to help pay for his college education.

He did not enlist because of his tremendous patriotism or because he wanted to die gloriously for his country. Nonetheless, he made many close friends and fond memories. He loved being there, and he soon went on to join the National Guard.

Thereafter, he moved up in rank and became a sergeant. He didn't know that he would soon have to leave." Those are the words of a loving mother who was left behind as her son went to war.

Mrs. Luna comments about her son's decision to join the National Guard, "I always support what my children want to do."

Her tired eyes look out through thin-wire glasses as she sits on the family room couch, hands crossed on her lap. Cherished pictures of her husband and three sons proudly hang on the wall. Just last February her eldest son left to answer the call of active duty.

Rowena Luna experienced a very emotional month. Her son. Sergeant Nikolai PLuna, has been training with the National Guard every summer for five years.

"He was happy during training...! wasn't nervous... when he came home the

very first time and said he wanted to be in the National Guard, he knew what he was going [to go] through."

Nikolai warned her about the possibility of leaving only a week before his departure.

"I didn't sleep that night, but I did not cry. I guess that it didn't sink in that he was going to go."

Her voice softens and she sighs. February 9, 2003 was the last day she was able to see him.

She reflects with a nostalgic look, "That morning when he got up, he was getting ready, and I finally realized that was his last day at home and I didn't know when he was coming back. I got hold of a yellow ribbon and put it around the flag pole. I told him I tied a yellow ribbon around the flag pole and that it will remain there until he comes home, and he will be the one to remove it... then I was crying.'"

Mrs. Luna had "loaded Nikolai with the armaments he needs to fight this battle.

First, he knows he's being prayed for. He knows there's always a candle every night."

She also sent him a locket that contains pictures of his family. She told him, "When you get lonesome, open this so you know you are supported in every way."

Mrs. Luna's opinion of the war relies on God. "I think everyone is blaming Bush for this, but I really don't think we know everything that is happening because he cannot tell us. I think now, more than ever before, he really knows what he's going to do. I just leave it to God...the cruelty of

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war-everybody knows about it. I will not say that I am in favor of it because my son is directly involved. I also will not say I am against it because [if we don't do something] there will be millions who might get hurt again."

Her dark eyes brighten and a smile appears on her face. Nikolai had recently called and sounded good, but there was still no word on what was going on overseas.

Many activities help her cope with life now as she thinks of her son. She fondly remembers her son's childhood and has written a poem for him.

Rowena Luna comments, "Nowadays when Nikolai is gone, I spend my lime telling my two other sons to enjoy and be thankful for their lives, as their eldest brother tries to help preserve the freedom we all enjoy."

SOUTHWORDS A student-produced newspaper of:

Maine South High School 1111 South Dee Road I^ark Ridge, IL 60068 Letters to the editor should be delivered to room V-131 or given to a member of the editorial staff. SOUTHWORDS reserves the right to edit material for clarity and brevity and to reject obscene/iihelous submissions.

Emily Haak Deanna Oleske Monika Bysiecki News Editors Ellen Dwyer Kara Collins Commentary Editors Michelle Le Caroline Kim Features Editors Sara Wolski Austin Gibbons Sports Editors Kristi Katz Ian Beacraft Production Editors Bobby Crismyre Kiley Borowski Core Photographers Allison Edgar Sara Pecherek Core Staff Artists Salena Retsos T.R. KerthJ Editors-in-Chief

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What does being a Southwords^ staff member entail?

COMMENTARYEDrrORS PHOTOGRAPHEE^

The following page is the application for the Southwards 2003-2004 staff. A brief description of each position is included here for those people who do not know what a staff position entails but are interested in applying to be a part of the 2003-2004 Southwards staff The staff consists of editors-in-chief, news editors, commentary editors, features editors, sports editors, photographers, artists, cartoonists, and production editors.

Each position differs from the others, but all positions consists of a time commitment and deadlines must be met. For more information on staff positions, contact Mr. Kerth or any one of the current staff members.

Commentary editors also need to be proficient English students. They must assign stories, photographs, and cartoons to be published in Southwards. In addition, these editors have the responsibility of checking for appropriateness in the articles, validity of facts, and the quality of the articles.

Commentary editors also decide on various student reviews of books, movies, and restaurants and the photo opinion column. Like all other editors, commentary editors must proofread the commentary pages and submit them to the editors-in-chief for a final check.

EDITORS-IN-CHIEF FEATURES EDITORS Editors-in-chief (EICs) are seniors with desktop publishing experience. They have the final say about what gets published in Southwards. Editors-in-chief also write a commentary for each issue of Southwards for the "Property of the Editors" section and attend or appoint someone to attend Student Council meetings to obtain current news on school activities.

Most importantly, the editors-in-chief look over every letter of Southwards in order to check for accuracy and completion.

Then they decide when a page is finished and send it to Maine East for printing. In short, people of great skill and responsibility are needed for this position.

NEWS EDITORS News editors must be good English students. They must be interested and aware of school activities and other current affairs in the community and the world in order to report or assign someone to report on those events.

News editors have to make sure that there is no bias in any article and check the validity of all facts. In addition, they are to design the three news pages, which include the cover page. Additionally, news editors must proofread the pages before submitting them for a final correction by the editorsin-chief.

Features editors must be skilled English students with many different interests. Their responsibilities include finding or writing appealing articles and assigning cartoons, photographs, or graphics to add to the presentation of the pages. They have a responsibility to choose articles that will interest the readers and are relevant to current times.

The features section is the most unique section containing diverse articles that relate to Maine South and the world beyond. Like the other editors, the features editors must proofread their pages and submit them to the editors-in-chief for corrections.

The Southwards photographers must be skilled, creative, and ready to take pictures all the time. Pictures must be taken immediately after they are assigned and developed immediately after they are taken.

Photographers must also save all receipts for reimbursement. They must remember to include the names of the people in the pictures and his/her own name for credit.

Photographers are important members of the Southwards team, as they make school events visible to all readers.

PRODUCTION EDITORS Production editors must have computer, printer, and scanner skills. They must also be familiar with Macintosh computers and Adobe Photoshop. They are responsible fixing technical glitches and ensuring tl the paper looks professional and organized.

Production editors also have the responsibility of sending out copies of each issue to other schools in the area.

ARTISTS/CARTOONISTS Artists and cartoonists must be skilled, creative, and willing to draw at a moment's notice. They also must have their artwork/ cartoons ready for scheduled deadlines. A signature must appear on his/her cartoon for credit. Cartoons and artwork are used as sidebars, humor, and visual aids to articles.

SPORTS EDITORS

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Sports editors are able writers who have an interest in sports at Maine South and stay up-to-date with them. However, they do not need to be involved in a sport to be an editor.

They are responsible for covering each varsity level sport equally for its entire season.

These editors are also responsible for choosing pictures for the sports section each season, including the back page. Sports editors also fill the "Hawk Highlight" and the "South Stats" boxes. The Sports editors must proofread their pages and submit them to the editors-in-chief for corrections.

Being a Southwards staff member entails commitment, responsibility, and creativity.

It is a great opportunity to fine-tune English skills and interact with other people. The Southwards office is always full of laughter and fun. Everyday is interesting, and pasteup days (the day an issue is put together) are unforgettable. Mr. Kerth allows the students to learn an immense amount u i ^ ^ ^ his advisory, and all the hard work p a y s ^ ^ once an issue of Southwards is in a reader's hands. Thus, for those who are looking for an excellent journalism experience.

Southwards is the place to be.

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News Features Sports Commentary Production Photographer* Artist/Cartoonist* *Please include portfolio

I will fulfill the following requirements: 1. I will submit the names of three faculty members who know me well and can speak for my qualifications: English Counselor Other teacher_ (use art/photo teacher if applying for artist/photographer) 2. I will maintain a minimum "C" average in my academic course work.

3. I will read and follow the staff manual. signature and date

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Kicking it into gear Service with a I smile

by Claire Bartel With the beginning of the 2003 girls" soccer season, anticipation and expectations are high. Led by returning senior captains Karen Malcolm and Kim Talaga, the squad looks to have a successful season.

Along with the captains, the team is made up of numerous freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors; this includes, freshmen: Annie Walsh and Marina Basseas; sophomores: Jestina Orlando, Liz Holland, Erin Murray, Kristen Wnek, Carly Caulkins, and Charli Sorenson; juniors: Alycia Dinverno,

Anna Gartner, Kathleen Hayes, Ellen Dwyer, and Jackie Piqul; and seniors: Claire Bartel. Beth Cyze, Donna Denovich.

Abby Sapp. and Sarah Jordan.

Under the direction of T.R. Kerth and J.J. Crawford, the girls opened their season Friday against Loyola at home and followed up that effort with a tough match against Barrington on Monday.

Along with the varsity level is a strong JV program led by Dr. Sorensen and a quality freshman program led by Ms. Markus. All three levels have practiced hard, set high goals, and are ready to play!

Sprinting into the outdoors

by Jenny Heffernan Budding flowers are visible, sunny warmth is felt, gunshots are heard... To members of the girls' track team, all of these spring sensations fill them with excitement and energy. After an excellent indoor season, the athletes are psyched for the next leg of their track journey. With only six weeks until the state series, every single practice and meet is of importance if the team wishes to continue the strong tradition of state-qualifying athletes this year.

The girls showed their determination with a stellar performance at the indoor conference on March 20. While the team placed fourth, the individual efforts proved that the team has the ability to rise to the top. Outstanding feats were accomplished by team captains Susie Logsdon and Sophia Kastranas, as well as novice Jenny Curry.

Logsdon managed to break records yet again, jumping an amazing 17-4.5 in the long jump. Kastranas helped the team by racking up points with her first place in shot put.

Curry showed off the fruits of her many hard practices by pole vaulting to tie the 7'6" record that was set last year, a huge foot and a half higher than her former personal best.

Katie Coppin helped the team when she won the competitive two mile run, a dizzying 20 laps on GBS's track. These displays of skill all proved the Hawks' vast pools of talent.

The outdoor season promises to be a rigorous one, with two to three meets each week. However, the team is confident it will triumph, looking forward to recapturing the District 207 trophy and sending many of their top athletes to the state finals in Charleston, Illinois.

by Austin Gibbons The warmth of the sun has been palpable in the early weeks of spring as the boys' track team keeps pounding away.

The long four hundred meter track has been long awaited, but is finally here.

Smiles are large as the meat of the season is at hand. Even Mark Fulara finished his leg of the 4X200 Relay with a smile, after several other events. The indoor season is a thing of the past and now come the real tests.

The Hawks took a disappt)inting fourth place in the conference meet, the Friday before spring break. They finished with 66 points, well behind Evanston's winning 1,38. Niles West's 128. and New Trier's 84. There were some good notes to th^ ^ meet, as Tony Marcinek won the pole v a i i ^ B with a jump of I4'6" with Sean Moran right behind in second, at 14'()". Marcinek also won the 4(X)M in a time of 53.1 seconds. The 4X400M Relay also took second place in a time of 3:35, only behind Evanston's 3:33.

At their first outdoor dual meet, the Hawks won the contest over St. Ignatius, Gordon Tech. and Holy Cross. Top performances were put in by Chris Mitchell in the BOOM, with a time of 2:01.7 and Phil Keith won the 3200M, with a time of 10:18. The 4x200M Relay won, as did the 4X100M Relay. The team easily handled the competition on both levels. The varsity Hawks won with 166 points to St. Ignatius' 34, and the sophomore's won with 144 points to St Ignatius' 35. Overall, it was an excellent start to hopefully an excellent season.

The Hawks traveled to Deerfield this past Tuesday against CSL foes Deerfield and Highland Park. They hoped to come out on top of that CSL triangular meet.

Through it all the hard work is starting pay off and the smiles are coming on t faces of these Hawks and off the faces of their opponents. Their next contest is April 16. at Maine South, as they square off against their District 207 rivals.

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Serving up birdies South

by Kaitlin Moran doubles and Laura Hapeman split and won a The Maine South badminton team began difficult match in singles. their season bright and early at the Buffalo The junior varsity team followed the Grove tournament on March 22. Despite varsity's lead in using this meet to get the rust the absence of several out. It's difficult to come back key players due to spring after spring break, but JV break, the Hawks' might pulled off five wins to the shined through. Two first highly competitive GBN place medals were team. Victors in their matches brought home, one by were Sarah Parnike and Alex Nora Kaitis in singles and Gillette, and Kelly Demakis the other by Kristin and Sarah Burke in doubles Burke and Ashley and Gillette, Demakis, and Rezaeizadeh in doubles Karolyn Shultz in singles. competition. Alison The brand new freshman Thalhammer and Magda team, however, had no trouble Budziakowski also stepping into action, defeating medalled in singles play. the Spartans 11 -3 and going undefeated in singles play.

The season continued After the meet. Coach Jim at home on April Fool's Katie Waller swings.

Kmiecik was quoted saying Day against Glenbrook photo by Kiley Borowski that the girls' performance North, a very strong was "overwhelming." The team, but the Spartans khad to fight hard for each point. Three badminton team looks forward to showing seniors had well earned victories; Kristal everybody what they are really made of at Williamson and Dawn Vlcek triumphed in the Maine East tournament.

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Boys'Volleyball

Havs/k Apr. 11 (a) Warren Invite 5:30 pm

Apr. 12 (a) Warren Invite 1:30 pm

Stats 17'4.5" The new record for the girls' long jump, set

by Susie Logsdon.

Highlights Apr. 13

Apr. 14

Boys'Tennis

@ Rolling Meadows 8:00 am

Badminton

(a) East Aurora Invite 9:00 am

Apr. 15

(a) Stevenson 5:00pm vs. Deerfield 4:45 pm

@ Fremd 11:00am DH

Boys' Baseball

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vs. Evanston 4:30 pm vs. Deerfield 4:45 pm

Girls' Soccer @ Addison Trail 1:00pm DH

Girls'Softball

vs. New Trier 4:30 pm

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Stringing it up

by Austin Gibbons In Austin Gibbons The warm weather is finally approaching, as the cold weather willows away. The snow has melted and it's now the time for the boys" tennis team to get underway. Tryouts took place before spring break, and the boys are in search of a very successful year.

Leading the way for the Hawks is senior Steffan Mirsky. After two successful years in the past, he is looking to make his senior

^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ and final year excellent. In the last two years Mirsky has qualified in both of the consecutive seasons for the state meet. He is now seeking a third straight. He will most likely be battling at; the number one singles.

J.P. Allen is looking to make his final year just as successful as Mirsky"s. Allen spent all of the previous year battling at the number two singles spot. Returning as the number one doubles team are Ken DoUaske and Matt

^ Bochenek. They had a successful run last year, capping it off with a chance to compete at the state meet.

With the power of these returning varsity members, the Hawks definitely have the power to be a great team. After a fourth place finish in CSL last year, the Hawks are looking to bounce back up the ranks and they are off to a great start. The team is dedicated and ready to win.

Looking for another run

b\ Austin Gibbons ^ ^ The crack of the bats and the thuds of Szczudlo got the win and Brian Schlitter the the mitt have resounding the North Fields save. In their next game, the hawks took on at Maine South of late. The basbeall team the Cougars of Conant. They took one on is well underway on another run at the CSL the chin as they lost that battle 5-2. title. Looking to repeat once again, the Hawks have a strong senior class in Brian Recsetar, Jamie Friel, Joe Szczudlo, Ryan Westman, Bill Turty, and Trevor Russell.

They also have the backing of some strong juniors in Joe Oliver, Alberto DeCicco, and F r a n k Simoncelli.

They started off the season with a bang, garnering a 3-2 record. Their first game was a g a i n s t Nazareth, and they came out on top 5-4. Against Elk Grove, the Hawks took a DeCicco pounded out a home run as resounding victory, winning 14-7. Thanks to

a big fifth inning of hitting, the Hawks allowed Simoncelli to earn the win.

The next game was against RollJ Meadows, and once again the Hawks woTT the contest 5-0.

Szczudlo took the win again. This game boosted his overall record to 20. He went the complete game with six strikeouts, no walks, and only two hits.

In their final game over the Spring Break they lost to Buffalo Grove 5-3.

The Hawks are off to a great start.

With the strong leadership of the seniors, the Hawks are looking to get through their loaded schedule, all the way until middle of June the state baseball series. Their next game is a double-header against Fremd High School tomorrow morning at 11:00am.