Vol 40 issue 16

In this issue: NEWS: Awards and Scholarships p. 2-5 COMMENTARY: Senior Commentaries and Coileges p. 6-9,18-19 FEATURES: Retiring Teachers and Unsung Heroes p. 10-15 SPORTS: Athletic Recognitions p. 2.0-14

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Foreign Language Honors French II Ace: Richard Macino. Maura Schelhammer French III: Monica Johnson French IV: Annie Eriksson German I: Eric Cameron. Lucas Grieco. Robert Hemphill German II: Megan Brady, Jasun Kamer, Michael Roeslmeier. Matthew Shesek German II Ace: William Ferguson German III Ace: Jill Walton German IV: Katie Kloess Italian I: Katherine Anderson. Justyna Bassi.

Nicholas Bianchi. Anthony Borsellino. Jaimie Burger, Catherine Del Medico, Jessica De Marke, Marcella Ferrigni, Mark Fosco, Brandan Gajic.

Dewey Joern, Sean Keady, Edith Rodriguez.

Ashley Tomzik Italian I Ace: Lauren Raphael Italian II: Elaina Carbonaro. Brittney DePaola.

John LaGattuta, Jr.. Johnny Sole. Colleen Waller Italian III: Daniel Barone, Michael Pagliari.

Kristina Passarella, Francesca Pilati, Tiffany Pontrelli. Jessica Salzinski. James Skuros Italian IV: Roberto Barbanente, Alycia Dinverno. Kristina Grieco. Lauren Tazioli, Stephanie Righeimer Italian IVAce: Alberto DeCicco Spanish I: Kelly Barrett, Julia Brenner, Caitlin Cooney, Ashley Dichoso. Nadia Elhadary. Jessica Frank, Kristin Grabowski, Laura Hefner. Brian Landreth, Kelley Lewensky, Maureen Loughran, Donata Lurka, Peter Mallon, Daniel Martin, Cullen McChristian, Jenna McGrath, Joe Micotto, Joanna Mikosz, Emily Miller, Sarah Musa, Colleen Muszynski. Christine Oleksiuk, Robert Pacione, Jennifer Patelski, Daniel Rogers.

Catherine Saletnik. Helen Sapieka, Blair Smith.

Caitlyn Soldan. Thomas Sullivan. Cara Tazioli.

Robert Tazioli. Nicholas Terleckyj. Amanda Theel, Caroline Tomas, Amy Turenne Spanish I Ace: Martin Diamond. Brian Enders, Colleen Finlay, Christina Fudukos. Katherine Gaudyn, Amy Johnson. Zachary Miller, Anna Verhelst Spanish II: Charles Aufmann, Cailin Bake, Laura Baker, Adam Baljevich, Sharon Benavente, Daniel Bergren, Emily Bozek, Tina Bozikis, Ryan Brown, Meghan Bruen, Kristen Burke, Kristin Burke, Ashley Carlborg, Katherine Cien, Robin Clement, Kevin Contomo. Nicholas Cosgrove, Annette Dean, Cara Deverman, Alexander Diaz. Adam Fee, James Francis, Nicole Gierum, Meaghan Guerrero. Eoanna Harrison, Steven Hintz, Ashley Jasinoski, Caitlin Johnson, Andrew Juiris, John Keady. Sarah Kennedy, Kara Klaisle, Jessica Kohnen. Tomasz Koziol, Kelly Krol, Yvonne Kumon, Sybilla Kusnierz, Cheuk Lau, Brittany Lasch. Andrew Lieber, Alma Ludwig, Frank Lukes, Lisa Masuoka. Karen McCann, Colleen McCurry, Megan Meredith. Danielle Oberman.

Patricia O'Donnell, Alexis Paez, Caroline Park,

S O U T H W O R D S ' S E N I O R ISSUEÂŤ2004 Jonathan Pawlik, Anthony Perez, Catherine Randazzo. Antonia Rapaias. Matthew Rokita.

Samuel Romano, Jonathan Roraff, Daria Rudawski, Nicholas Ryter. Allison Scott, William Schmidt. Christina Seiwert. Charlotte Sorensen. Sarah Tyre. Mark Turenne. Courtney Waller. Kelsey Wechter, Jacqueline Williams, Kelsey Winn, Mateusz Wloczkowski, Nicole Wnek, Ewelina Wojnarowski, Brittney Zingsheim, Stephanie Zipp Spanish III: Amanda Affetto, Kristen Allen, Hilary Antosh, Adrianne Blanks, Timothy Burnight, Christopher Catino, Craig Conrad.

Kathleen Conway. Nicole Cummings, Paul Cwik, Eileen Kapolnek, Jessica Kuhr. Nicholas Lagattuta, Glenn Lorentz. Caroline Magnuson, Jonathan Manko, Piotr Matejczyk, Melissa Maxwold, Alexandra Meihofer, Gregory Mitchell, Dijana Novakovic, Patrick O'Hara, Jennifer Poliwka, Michael Ross, Joseph Rossi, Marc Sarran, Brooke Schaul, Margaret Schneider, Jonathan Schu, Katherine Shotsberger, Daniel Takagi, Daniel Toni, David Toni. Meredith Wisniewski Spanish III Ace: Jessica Diffendal, Emma Keenan, Patricia Ristau Spanish IV: Matthew Balogh, Nicole Calabrese, Carly Calkins, Guillermo Chavez, Camille Connelly, John Corrigan, Michelle Gibbons, Thomas Kafkes, Olivia Kordys, Jesse Kramer, Christine Newsome, Amanda Pekic.

Philip Pomagier, Robert Rasmussen, Melissa Rauschenberg, Nora Roche, Claudia Sulkowski, Jennifer Szaflarski, Daniel Zipp Spanish IVAce: Ryan Stegink Spanish V: Anna Banc, Kristina Johnson, Veronica Katz, Caroline Kochmit, Courtney Romba, Ashley Schroeder, Kathryn Steiner, Markus Zei

Foreign Language High Honors French I: Hannah Chin, Andrew Zwicky French I Ace: Nora Kaitis, Elizabeth Kossnar, Sarah Nicholus, Maria Parenti French II Ace: Kaitlyn Doherty, Tomasz Dzien, Kelley Hungerford, Mary Hungerford, Jonathan Markowski, Kristen Ottow French III Ace: Kathryn Bratko, Mark Duric, George Gianakakos, David Krone, Amy Lucas, Meghan Machon, Jennifer Olson, Veronica Sosniak. Anastasia Svetlichnaya, Stacy Vucich, Kelly Warchol, William Wamock French IV Ace: Donald Bungum, Brittney Hennigan, Laura Jacox, Kevin Kane, Natalie Matwijiszyn, Allison Mueller French V Ace: Matthew Lucas, Karen McCann. Suzanne Schomack German I Ace: Alison Derifield. Jacqueline Dow, Katherine Gaudyn, Kaitlyn Geishecker, Kate Zelic German II Ace: Kathryn Bratko, Brigette Demke. Larisa Greve, James Lange, Matthew Michaels, Kristaps Staks German III Ace: Komelius Cebulla. Krista

Porterfield, John Wolf. Christie Zimmerman German IV Ace: Henry Lifton, T i m i ^ ^ ^ Michaels, Brandon Simmons. Adrianna S t a s i H ^ Jessica Strains. Andrew Weisheil German VAce: Karen McCann. Joel Porterfield Italian I Ace: Daniella Ambrosino. Kaitlin Annunzio, Atra Asdou. Adrianne Blanks, Robert Bosco. Taylor Crowley. Matthew Cusimano, Christopher Dardi, Christopher Di Franco, Emily Giacomino. Jacqueline Kells. Maggie Kristak. Scott Maturno. Kristina Metropulos.

Gary Nickele, Nora O"Byrne. Maria Parenti.

Mallory Parypinski, Lauren Restivo. Francesca Russo. Michele Saporito. Natalie Thompson.

Katherine White Italian II Ace: Jessica Burnight, Danielle Burian, Matthew Di Nello, MilenaFatta, Daniel Feiereisel, Eustina Filipatos, Nancy Gullo, Molly Keith, Jessica Pieraccini Kunke, Catherine Kuzmicki, Nicholas Marcucci, Ashley Rezaeizadeh, Jill Walton Italian III Ace: Nathaniel Cercavschi, Eleanora DeFilippis, Keith Dent. Conor O'Donnell, Cristina Peri, Tania Pini. Emily Pobratyn, Elizabeth Poll, Francesca Porcelli. SaraWolski Italian IVAce: Laura Garofalo, Francine Gullo.

Sarah Landolfi, Maria Lupo, Christina Palella, Jennifer Sanders Spanish I Ace: James Buffington, Matthew Campbell, Charles Capozzoli, Bettina Ch^ !h^^ Kelsey Keith, Natalie Kociubinski, Er ^rn^^ Michael, Joel Porterfield, Kristen Unti, Olya Witkowsky Spanish IIAce: Laura Boysen, Melissa Hansen, Patricia Katsigiannis, Abigail Kiem, Madeline Kiem, Mary Kutska, Anne Lardner, Thomas Logsdon, Nora Mullen, Joseph Oliver, Christina Palella, Ellie Papadimitriou, Stephen Piekos, Mary Poliwka, Emily Schmalz, Emily Smith, Christina Solari, Michael Szaflarski, Alexandra Timm, Jeff Wear, Katrina Winogradzki Spanish III Ace: Lauren Allegretti, Elizabeth Chao, Kimberly Coppin, Ellen Dwyer, Christopher Lenzini, Matthew Lenzini, Daniel Leung, Meghan McKelvey, Ellyn Michalak, Patrick Rhine, Marie Verhelst, Michael Verre Spanish IV Ace: Kathleen Coppin, Pamela Kaye, Sarah Nicholus, Matthew Perille, Christina Verhelst Spanish V Ace/AP: Marco Bartolomei, Anne Berndtson, Matthew Bochenek, Jorge Bustamante, Elise Dykema, Maite Garcia, Theresa Klepitsch, Mark Kruk, Constanza Lea, Ewelina Lewandowska, Joanna Parypinski, Heidi Rose, Christopher Ryan, Julie Shanahan, Anna Wolonciej, Krystyna Zwolinski

Good Luck Class of 2004!

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Social Science Honors American Studies: Kelly Brutlo. Timothy Bumight.

Alexandra Gillelt, Kelly Priest, Emily Tichawa Anthropology: Michael Helfgot, Erik Johnson.

Jessica Kunke. Mickey Mangan, Michael Mangialardi, David Nicholus. Andra Staks. Corinnc Ullrich Economics: Jerzy Banasiak Economics AP: Thomas Anderson. Stcfani Markovic, Alexandra McQueen, Nick Northfcl, IMcrcdith Wisniewski European History AP: Lauren Allegretti, Colin Annetti, Danielle Burian. Rebecca Christopher. Kara Clifton, Dirk Haller. Andrew Juiris. Angelica Kajderowicz, Danielle Kleehammcr. Elizabeth Patelski, Krista Porterficld. Patrick Rhine, Janelle Santos. Sarah Schlegel, Kyle Schreiner Government: Jerzy Banasiak, Marco Bartolomei.

Christopher Blankshain. Jessica Burnight. Peter Chmiel, Camille Connelly. Margaret Darr. Alberto DcCicco, Matthew Durham, Amy Fisher, Claire Fordc, Mark France, Karen Kaczmarck, Nora Kaitis, Catrina Klimara, Megan Liggett, Joe Maasen, Mariette Makula, Melissa Mammel, Eleanor Marquis, Steven Matumo, Christine Newsome. Joseph Oliver, Ryan Pearson. Amanda Pekic, Shae Peppier, Alexander Petrofski, Jacqueline Pikul, Albert Pinter, Jan Prejzner, Melissa Rauschenberg, Joseph Saltarelli, Nicholas Santoro, Amy Sara, Eric Sehner, Matthew Sergot. Lauren Shesek, Rio Smith. Jaclyn Spierowski, Thomas Tamowski. Shannon Thccl. Megan Thorsen overnment Ace: Brian Filippini. Kathryn Lukas, Icxandra McQueen, Edward Mueller, Alexandra Rhine, Christopher Ryan, Emma Sarran, Andrea Zimmerman Government AP: Alvin Baetiong, Matthew Balogh, Thomas Bcllino, Anne Berndtson, Matthew Bochenek, Elizabeth Bozek, Monika Bysiecki, Jonathan Davis, Kenneth Dollaske, Andrea Famham, Elizabeth Gorski, Rory Hand, Jennifer Heffeman, Brian Husar, Kristina Katz, Marta Kowalczyk, Mark Kruk, Sarah Landolfi, Kathryn Licber, David Mahler, Kaitlin Moran, Nicholas Noble, Joel Porterficld, Ismene Potakis, Simon Prucnal, Mary Pat Rooney, Joyce Santos, Suzanne Schornack, Claudia Sulkowski, Markus Zei, Krystyna Zwolinski History of the Western World: Kristen Allen, Tanja Barac, Marina Basseas, Emily Clinard, Nicholas Cosgrove, Caitlin Johnson. Emily Kaitis. Wade Kuehl.

Georgia Loomos. Frank Lukes, Patrick Madison, Michael Malusa, Kevin Manson, Cullen McChristian, Alexander Nellessen, Patrick O'Hara, Alexis Paez, Tania Pini, Antonia Rapatas, Kevin Schrop, Veronica Sosniak, Viktor Stankovic, Carolyn Tallman, Stacy Vucich, Valeric Wershing, Mateusz Wloczkowski, Ewelina Wojnarowski History of the Western World Ace: Olga Anisimov, Margaret Archer, Cailin Bake, Steven Ballard, Liana Blum, Anudeep Buddharaju, James Carolan, Michael Collins, Kathleen Conway, Julie Davis, Adam Fee, Larisa Greve, Ashley Jaconetti, Pawel Kaczmarek, KenncthKohlndorfer, Peter Krutiak, Eric Libner, Meghan Machon, Elaine Martini, Matthew Mueller, ina Nieczarowska. Christine Recsetar, Jonathan yer. Amy Turenne. Amanda Tyrrell, Laura Volpe, Colin Wehman, Eric Weisheit, Jan Wisniewski, Mary Yu Law in American Society: Anna Bochenek, Vanessa Kaegi, Joseph Oliver, Julie Shanahan

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Socia* ^^'^^^ Modern History: Alex Aufmann. Joey Maasen. Peter SchÂť ich. Andra Staks. Megan Thorsen Sociology: Hilary Antosh, Thomas Bcllino. Kara Clifton. Christine Druschitz. Annie Eriksson.

Jacqueline Frano, Nicholas Gallo-Carden. Francine Gullo. Karen Kaczmarek. Karen Karrasch. Veronica Katz. Megan Liggett. Megan Loughran. David Mahler.

Michael Mangialardi. Stefanie Markovic. Jennifer O'Donncll. Jacqueline Pikul. James Sapieka, Karolyn Schultz. Matthew Sergot, Lauren Shesek, Caroline Slezak. Rio Smith, Jaclyn Spierowski, Andra Staks, Katherine White United States History: Criag Allen. Amelia Angelo.

Matthew Annes. Daniel Barone. Joseph Blanski. Anna Bochenek, Amanda Bowler. Megan Brady, Kristin Burke, Robert Crismyre, Andrew Cupp. Jessica DcMarke, Allison Edgar, Daniel Fabry, Kimbcrly Fricke, Christina Fudukos, Stacey Pullman, Grace Gondela, Gregg Gajic, Britlney Hennigan, John Jaeobi, Jasun Kamer, Paul Kazmierczak, Meghan Kugler, Jayne Levy, Glenn Lorentz. Anthony Mackcy, Peter Markos, Alison MeElwce, Monica Milcwski.

Kelly Morgan, Mark Nagelvoort, Nicole Nizioiek, Dijana Novakovie, Katie O'Connor, Nicole O d d o , M a 1 1 o r y Parypinski, Meghan Polston, Philip Pomagier, ~ Tiffany Pontrelli, Samantha Rice, Jason Sagat, Dorsa Samsami, Christopher Tyre, Robyn Vandenberg, Eryk Wachnik.

Christie Zimmerman. Brittney Zingsheim United States History Ace: Kristyn Anderson, Scott Bcrleth, Bridget Cameron, Christin Coffey, Anthony Colletti, Eustina Filipatos, Natalie Frederick, Kathryn Futris, Michelle Gibbons, Laura Haak, Daniel Haraez, Emily Hayden, Kerry Keady, Jennifer LcBcau, William Liss, Michael Madsen, Jonathan Markowski, Caroline Masek, Colleen McCann, Kaitlyn McCarthy, Kelly MeKenna, Deirdre Mullen, Erin Murray, Rebecca Novotny-Stanford, Sean O'Malley, Kathleen Pinter, Nora Roche, Alexandra Russell, Anne Santoro, David Toni, Michael Vonesh, Andrew Weisheit, Stephanie Zimny. Asta Zumer United Slates History AP: Emily Altman, Maciej Bielaezye. Emily Cottrell, Paul Dilfer, Gregory Domashovetz, Alyssa Engle, Michelle Fischer, Katherine Funkhouser, Jeffrey Gatti, Sarah Griebler, Molly Keith, Jessica Kertz, Michael Mangan, Michael Mangialardi, Timothy Michaels, Jack Montgomery, Ryan Morrisroe, Jessica Newton, Ashley Rezaeizadeh, Patricia Ristau, Audrey Russell, Jessica Strains, Jill Walton, Kelsey Winn World Cultures: Daniel Baranski, James BufTington, Jaimie Burger, Alexandria Carii, Robert Christie, Dariusz Dzien, Sam Helfrich, Melissa Jesski, Loukas Kalliantasis, Kathryn Katz, Kerry Keating, Kara Klaisle, Marissa Landolfi, Mara Lazer, Maureen Loughran, Nora O'Byme, Christine Oleksiuk, Patrick O'Malley, Keith Patel, Nicholas Ryter, Michele Saporito. Kathleen Shotsberger, Louis Sigioltzakis, Cara Tazioli, Robert Tazioli, Nicholas Terleckyj, Amanda Theel, Veronica Tolan, Danielle Tourtillott, Courtney Waller, Katrina Winogradzki, Nicole Wnek, Alexandra Wojciechowski, Anna Wolonciej, Marc Zande World Cultures Ace: Michael Andreoni, Kaitlin Annunzio, Laura Baker, Brett Beaugurcau, Daniel

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Bcrgren. Robert Bosco. Emily Bozek. Monica Cholewinski. Sarah Collins. Christopher Dardi. Brian Enders. Colleen Finlay. Jessica Hanck. Sean Keady, Kaitlin Kozubal, Mary Kutska. Ewelina Lcwandowska. Scott Maturno. Laura McGinnis, Matthew Michaels, Ryan Mirow, Megan Morman, Gene Mueller, Colleen Muszynski, Gary Nickele.

Robert Pacione, Gregory Peterson, Stephen Piekos, Mary Poliwka, Jonathan Roraff. Matthew Saccomanno, Maura Schelhammcr, Kristaps Staks, Thomas Sullivan. Alexandra Timm, Garry Voskrcscnsky. Megan Wisniewski

Social Science High Honors Economics AP: Kevin Aumiller. Claudia Sulkowski, Mark Duric. Madeline Kiem European History AP: Kathryn Bratko. Elizabeth Chao. Grace Elderkin. George Gianakakos, Melissa Hansen. Katherine Hapeman, Jessica Kunke, Christopher Lenzini, Matthew Lcnzini, Nicholas Marcucci, Meghan McKclvey. Sarah Nicholus, Anastasia Svctliehnaya. Amanda Swanson. William Wamock. John Wolf Government Ace: Anna Banc. Sylwia Bania. Meghan Bruen, Kara Collins, Kathleen Coppin, Alycia Dinvemo, Priscilla Kosloski. Katie Lapinski. -Traci Leslie, Amanda Lewensky. Karen McCann. William Schmidt, Peter Schwich, Julie Shanahan. Andra Staks.

Adrianna Stasiuk. Jennifer Szaflarski Government AP: Kevin Aumiller. Ellen Dwyer. Claire Elderkin, Laura Garofalo, Emily Harbert, Jennifer Heffeman, Laura Jacox, Jesse Kramer, Henry Liflon, Matthew Lucas, Matthew Perillc. Heidi Rose. Michael Saelim, Michael Verre History of the Western World Ace: Fallon Calandriello, Ashley Carlborg, Tyler Carver, Nathaniel Cercavschi, Andrew Cichowski, Katherine Cien, Christopher Cirillo. Nikolai Dosev, Tomasz Dzien, Daniel Feiereiscl. William Ferguson. Michael Fordc.

Suzanne Herman, Amye Hughes, Sarah Kennedy, Natalie Kociubinski, Joseph Kopec, Kathryn Koralik, David Krone, Anne Lardner, Gilbert Lifton. Thomas Logsdon, Megan McCue, Colleen McCurry. Gregory Mitchell, Jennifer Olson, Britany Patterson. Michael Ross, Stephanie Saladino. Nicole Sobkowicz, Christina Solari. Erin Strauts, Jonathan Woo United States History Ace: Kristen Burke, Carly Calkins, Steven Contomo, Kimbcrly Coppin, John Corrigan, Keith Dent, Michael Drazba, Katherine Eichstaedt, Mark Pullman, Ellen Gucrcio, Thomas Kafkes, Eileen Kapolnck. Johnathan Keams, Katie Kloess, Jennifer Lagattuta, James Lange, Natalie Marwijiszyn, Erinn Mitchell, Colleen Montgomery, Patrick Moran, Ellie Papadimitriou, Jennifer Poliwka, Samuel Romano, Christopher Santee, Helen Sapieka, Katherine Shotsberger. James Skuros, Paige Smith, Charlotte Sorensen, Daniel Toni, Kelly Warchol, Natalia Waz. Emily White. Logan Zinman United States History AP: Donald Bungum. Nicole Calabrese, Mark Duric, Jacqueline Heffeman, Erik Johnson, Kevin Kane, Pamela Kaye, Erin Keating, Madeline Kiem, Kristin Kulsavage, Daniel Leung, Jeffrey McCortney. Allison Mueller, James Pikul, Elizabeth Poli, Alexander Sehallmo, Ryan Stegink, Elizabeth Upton, Christina Vcrhelst, Matthew Walsh, Daniel Widing, Meredith Wisniewski, Corinnc Ullrich World Cultures Ace: Bcttina Chang, Katherine Gaudyn, Kelley Hungerford, Mary Hungcrford. James Jaffe, Patricia Katsigiannis. Kelsey Keith, Joe Micotto, Lauren Restivo, Andrew Schwich, Kristen Unti

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Recognition of Applied Technology Award: James A. Spcinn

Art Award: Carla Molina

Business Award: Kevin Wsol

English Award: Sarah E. Nicholas

College and University Schioiarships: Albion College: The Briton A'>fjar6-Jessica //oco'Augustana College: Founders ScholarsH^-JennyO'Donnell Presidential ScholarshipKevin Collins. Scholarship k<Nax6-Meghan Carlson, Dean's Scho\axsW\p-RobertGrobSoston University: University Scholar Award-Vesse /C/a/77e^Carroll College: Presidential Scholarship-Cs/;?///^ Connelly. Nursing ScholarshipCamille Connelly. Carthage College: Faculty Scholarship-Afeg?Aa/7 5/zye/7, Endowed Scholarship-^(S^^Aa/?/^/z/e/?. Presidential ScholarshipDanielGlowen. Meghan Tedor ECLA Scholarship-/9c?/7/(p/ Glowen Art Schnlarsip-A^«(7^/7 Teofci/'Concordia University: A Regent Scholarship-/t/iSgw/7 (S/a/T^e/'Creighton University: Academic 'S,c\\o\a.'!sH\>-Stephanie Righeimer Service IK^s.x'iL-Stephanie Righeimer Depau\ University: Presidential Scholarship-/4/77a/70'5 7iyo/ig'/(rDepauw University: Merit Award-C/az/s' /^j/afeDominican University: Academic Scholarship-/¥a/7/7a/7 Kralovec. Booth ScholarshipJennifer Begich. Honor Scholarship-7a/7e//e Kusz, Legacy Scholarship-,ya/7e//r9A'MSc Parish Scholarship-Va/?^//!? Kusc. Achievement Scholarship-(36'/7et'/6ii'6' Lukes Drake University: Presidential Scholarship-^a/j' Rooney Adam Rudawsky, Emma Sarran, Andrea Zimmerman.

Book/Cheerleading Scholarship-Afe/y Rooney.

Trustee Scholarship-£>77/77a Sa/va/? Eastern Illinois University: Leadership fwjarii-Amanda /7azEastern Kentucky University: NCAA Division I Athletic Scholarship-tycse/^A Oliver George Washington University: Presidential Scholarship-7/7//is'5'/75/7a/75/7lllinois Institute of Technology: Heald Scholarship-A/a/-A- Rokita Illinois Wesleyan University: Alumni Scholarship- Thomas Anderson. Kristina Katz. Krystyna Zi^olinski \nd\ana University: Faculty AwardAnna Gartner, Andra Staks Indiana Wesleyan University:Acadernic Honors Scholarship-A'a/a Clifton Knox College: Ellen Browning Scripps S>z\\Q\a:!%\\\^-MatthewBalogh, Founders Scholax€n\^-Matthew Balogh Lehigh University: Dean's Scholarship-A'a//7/y/7 Lieber, Baker Scholarship in Theater-Aa/A/y/? Z/e/i&e/-Lewis University: Bishop Shell Scholarship-5'/7a/7/7(9/7 r/7ee/Loyola University-Chicago: Damen Scholarship-Z?avyi3'/lfe/7/i9/; Trustee Scholarship-

Family/Consumer Sciences Award: JenniferM. O'Donnell

Mark Tabeau. Deirdre Murphy Michigan State University: NCAA Division I Athletic ScholarshipNicholas Fallico. Honors College ScholarshipKristina Johnson, Michael Saelim, Alumni Distinguished Sdr\o\3Lr k<Nar<i-Kristina Johnson, Professional Assistanceship Scholarship-AV/5///7a Johnson. Michael Saelim tAyiMenberg College: Presidential Merit Scholarship- William Schmidt New York University: School of the Arts Scholarship-5a/a M/0/5A7 North Central College: Presidential Scholarship-Z7a/7/e//6' Kleehammer Science Scholarship-Z?5/7/e//i? Kleehammer Northwood U n i v e r s i t y : The Freedom Scholarship-fr/c Nelson. DECA Scholarship-£rA;Ate/50/7Point Park College: Performing Arts Scholarship in DanceRio Smith. Presidential Scholarship-/?/o5/77//'/7St. Norbert College: DeWane Award-Zai/re/? Tazioli, Presidential Scholarship-Z.a^/B/7 T&z/o//Truman State University: Combine Ability ScholarshipMargaretDarn President's Honorary ScholarshipMargaret Darr'^yAwns University: Distinguished Scholar Award-A'ek//7/1^/77///iS'AUniversity of Central O k l a h o m a : Non-Resident ScholarshipMadeline Sirmbardisyin\y&rs\\^ of Dayton: NCAA Division I Athletic Scho\arsW\p-Regina Heiderman.

Scholarship f\vjax6-Michael Helfgot. Ashley Lewensky Markus Zei University of Illinois Chicago: Honors College-/lol3/77 Sodini. GP Dentistry Scholarship-/4o'a/w Soo'//?/University Illinois at Urbana:lnternational Engineering Scholarship-/4/7//7ci/7y Lovero University of Miss o u r i at C o l u m b i a : Non-Resident Scholars kvjax6-Monika Bysiecki, Sarah Landolfi, Bess and George Corrigan Award- Sarah /a/7(7fc>/AUniversity of Notre Dame: NCAA Division I Athletic ScholarsU\p-Adrianna Stasiuk, University of Rochester: Dean's Scholarship-/^sc/Z/a A'os/osAvUniversity of Utah: Non-Resident Academic Leadership Scholarship-/V/c'c/iS H^s/istwirzUniversity of Wisconsin at Whitewater: Academic Non-Resident Scholarship-A//a Fedyniak, Foundation Scholarship-AV/a Fedyniak, Dean's Scolarship-A'//a Fedyniak, Erna Wachtel Sz\\o\ax%\\\p-Kira Fedyniak Valparaiso University: Academic ScholarshipJaclyn Spierowski. Lutheran Heritage AwardJaclyn Spierowski. Eric Brooks Washington University-Missouri: Eliot Scholarship-^/c'/7a6'/ Verre Western Illinois University: Residential Scholarship- Tara Delaney

Foreign Language Award: Karen A. McCann

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Olass of 2004 Organization Scholarships: The Service League of Advocate Lutheran General H o s p i t a l I n t e r n s h i p s - M a t t h e w Bochenek. Myrna Claustro, Jennifer Heffernan, Jessica Hood, Priscilla Kosloski, Dana Peterson, Jacqueline Pikul. Katie Waller Speech, Drama, and Broadcasting Scholarships-Eric Brooks.

Patrick ChristI, Tara Delaney, Claire Elderkin, Elizabeth Gorski, Jason Howard. David Mahler, Emily Mott, Ismene Potakis, James Sapieka, William Schmidt, Adam Shaizi, Matthew Smart, Juliann Tucker, Sara Wolski, Krystyna Zwolinski Erna Wachtel Scholarship-Kira Fedyniak Clara Abbott Foundation Scholarship-Kristin Genseke SBC Foudation Scholarship-Laura Jacox Thrivent Scholarship for Lutherans-Margaret Darr, Brian Husar Maine South Mothers' Club Scholarships-Claire Elderkin, Laura Jacox, Alberto DeCicco, Caroline Slezak, Matthew Balogh, Alycia Dinverno, James Spann, Jennifer Begich, James Simmons, Jennifer Sanders, Joseph Oliver, Katie Lapinski, Laura Garofalo, Lauren Shesek, Marie Guillo, Amanda Lewensky, Brian Filippini, Caroline Kochmit, Camille Connelly, Claire Forde, Danielle Kleehammer, Edward Mueller, Elizabeth Bozek, Emily Mott, Eric Percak, Frank Macino, Ismene Potakis, Joseph zio, Karen McCann, Kathryn Lieber, Kathryn Ifkas, Katie Waller, Amy Lewensky, Andrea Farnham, Matthew Bochenek, Meghan Carlson, Michael Palermo, Nick Northfell, Nora Kaitis, Sara Wolski, Stephanie Righeimer, Suzanne Schornack, William Bielski, William Schmidt George Mougolias Memorial ScholarshipIsmene Potakis Chris Harris Memorial Scholarship-Joyce Santos Maine S o u t h Student Council Scholarships-Laura Garofalo, Kristi Katz, Maciek Subotowicz German Studies Scholarship-Joel Porterfield Cultural Essay Scholarship-Andrew Walter L i b e r t y Bank Scholarship-Claire Elderkin Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship-Claudia Sulkowski Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarships-Laura Jacox, Matt Lucas, Matt Perille, Michael Verre Tom Ziernek Memorial Scholarship-Nicholas Fallico Illinois All-State Academic ScholarshipMatt Perille Helaine Mann Scholarship-Karen Kaczmarek Best History Scholar/Daughters of the A m e r i c a n R e v o l u t i o n A w a r d - L a u r a Garofalo Des Plaines Ladies of the Elks Scholarships-Matt Balogh, Alycia Dinverno, Suzanne

Schomack COACH Scholarship-Meghan Carison Kathryn Pierce Scholarship-Karolyn Shultz Sons of the American Revolution Award-Frank Simoncelli National Merit Scholarships-Claire Elderkin. Matt Lucas National Merit Finalist-Kevin Aumiller Hawkette Boosters Scholarships-Kiley Borowski, Traci Leslie Marc Sargis Memorial Scholarship-Frank Simoncelli The John Stroger, Jr. Foundation Scholarship Grant-Joseph Oliver Helen Hobbins Scholarship for Students Pursuing a Career in Education-Karen McCann Park Ridge Panhellenic Club ScholarshipsKara Fedyniak, Kathryn Lieber Park Ridge Juniors Foundation Scholarships-Matthew Balogh, Karen McCann, Joseph Oliver, Madeline Sirmbardis Northrop Grumman Merit Scholarship-Andrea Farnham Frank, E Payne and Debra B. Payne Foundation Scholarship-Dane Volden Wrigley Merit Scholarship-Matthew Perille BP America Incorporated Merit Scholarship-Nick Noble Brickton Art Gallery-Pam Whamond Memorial Scholarship-Caria Molina Charles Vicery Memorial Scholarship-Caria Molina Richard Mastrolonardo Memorial Scholarship-Kiley Borowski Del Engbland Memorial ScholarsipKiley Borowski The Park Ridge Art League Scholarsip-Lauren Torger Park Ridge Kiwanis Club Scholarship-Jennifer Heffernan William Dushek Memorial Scholarships-Conrad Kania, Albert Pinter, Jason Ziols Bruce J. Talaga Scholarship-Alycia Dinverno, Frank Simoncelli James "Curly" Jarosch Scholarships-Kira Fedyniak, Mark Jastczemski Michael J. Hudson Scholarships-Kristi Katz, Matt Perille Harwood HeightsMargaret P, Fuller Scholarship-Shannon Theel Dr. Gartner Scholarship-Kenneth Dollaske George M, Pullman Educational Foundation Scholarship-Monika Wozniczka Park Ridge Civic Orchestra Scholarship-Laura Martini Presidential Freedom Service Scholarship-Jennifer Heffernan Park Ridge Rotary Club-Make a Difference Scholarships-Matt Balogh, Joseph Oliver BP Community Scholarship-Matt Balogh American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Scholarship-Matthew Lucas The Ladies Philoptochus Society of St. Peter and St. Paul Orthodox Church Scholarship-Matthew Lucas Illinois PTA-Lillian E, Glover ScholarshipMeghan Carlson Grace Chapman Recruitment Grant-Meghan Carlson Ken Gerdes III Memorial Scholarship-Nicholas Fallico

Mathematics Award: Michael Saelim

Music Award: Megan J. Thorsen

Social Science Award: Claire E. Elderkin

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Science Award: Laura A. Jacox

Speech/Drama Award: Patrick C. ChristI

Physical Education Award: Stephanie L. Woo

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You don't know what you got 'til it's "Uh... Let me think about it.

"Good question."

"1 don't really know."

These were the typical responses 1 received after asking numerous seniors what they will miss the most about Maine South High School.

This, at first, was very surprising to me.

Surely it was a simple question for them to answer. I expected the football games, assemblies and other school events to immediately come to people's minds; however, this was definitely not the case.

I began to think about the question myself. Surely I will miss the great moments with the cross-country and track teams: running and having pasta/pizza parties. I will miss the assemblies, sporting events, Southwords folks. Mock Trial team and numerous other fun activities at Maine South.

Then I had to stop and ask myself: will I really miss all those things? I know I loved them all, but will I really miss them?

I know I won't miss having to wake up at 7:00 am every morning and not get home until 6:00 pm. Then again, maybe I will

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wake up one morning and want to head over miss and for each one 1 thought, "Well, maybe 1 won't miss this. I'll miss something to Maine South.

1 probably won't miss the interesting else."

After discussing this with a couple of my blend of scents between the cafeteria and the back gym; however, maybe one day 1 friends, 1 decided that it is really impossible will smell something that reminds me of to predict what we will miss. This is that part of the school and 1 will begin to especially true because each person will miss something different and it may be a miss it.

I think I will miss the running through big event or some specific detail. There are thousands of aspects to the woods with the , Maine South and cross-country teams, memories that go but maybe it will along with my high actually be the sprint school experience. workouts that 1 miss.

Although I don't know 1 also think 1 will FEATURES EDITOR what I will miss the miss the exciting most, 1 know 1 will atmosphere of the miss something. I am football games; however, it might tum out that 1 will miss the walk confident that everyone will miss some part of Maine South at some point in the future. over to the game more.

Right now, everyone can't wait until Most of all I predict that I will miss the people that 1 have grown accustomed to graduation to get out of here, so it might seeing and greeting everyday in the halls: not seem like there will be any part of Maine my classmates, my teachers and my South to miss. Then again, Don 't it always_^ seem to go that you don't know what i| friends.

I must have gone over thousands of got 'til it s gone. different parts of Maine South that I will Congratulations, Class of 2004!

Kara Collins

One face in the crowd When I first set foot in the halls of Maine and "outcasts". The experience was frightSouth, the first thing that I noticed was the ening and fascinating at the same time; I sheer volume of people. I was stunned by had .,_^ to start learning how not to the people that I encountered. There were big tread on other people's toes, people and small people, people that could in more ways than one. be spotted miles away and people that I found new niches and blended into the wall, people that grinned and joined new groups, creating shared a cheery "Hello!" and people that bonds with some folks and glared at you like they were willing your / M learning to just let live with head to explode. Familiar, strange, , : others. drowsy, alert, tall as beanstalks, short )rt , ) Perhaps that's why I can as dwarves—they were right there, 4 truthfully say that I learned creating crowds that you couldn't w ^ •-<>>" " ' / ^ ^' a lot in high school. Sure, push through without jostling some'•ffV yjf if '•' there were lectures, there one or being jostled yourself. Slowly, was homework (goodness, there those crowds yielded up people to whom I was homework...), and by all means there could talk for hours.. .and people that I could was testing, but I found that if people were do well enough without. able to tolerate me, then all of that stuff from Being surrounded by so many personali- class actually became worthwhile. Hey, and ties really was a shock for someone who was when you're not only tolerated but also used to the simple divisions of "in-crowd" liked, that helps out even more. (On that

note, thank you to my teachers, my club sponsors, and my friends who have put up with my nonsense over these last four years. You have my respect.) High school taught me to adapt to my surroundings and still give my all, keeping up with others around me—and I found that no matter what happens, I can come right back in the next day. And when

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things continue like that, it finally feels lil I've made a place among that mass of people, that I'm really doing something while part of that incredible crowd.

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JHave fun, Class of 2004!

Its weird to think that my high school career has come to an end and soon 1 will be embarking on four of the most important years of my life. It's going to be hard not seeing all the familiar faces during passing periods, not talking to my friends every day. not knowing what's going on in everyone's lives, being on my own, and all the other life-altering transitions that will be placed before me when I move in that week of August 23rd.

While some may think the best four years of their life are ending June 6th, I think the best is only on the horizon—it all depends what you make of it. It will not be easy at first, but we have all had ample lessons and training here at MS and are now ready to go out on our own—outside the confines of "Action Ridge." We are ready to make our own decisions, take responsibility for ourselves, and start making real steps toward our future. Now is the time—hold your head high, don't shy vay from anything, step outside your Imfort zone, be you, and have fun!

I want to thank all the teachers and staff for everything you have done for me, all the hours you have challenged me and pushed me to the brink of tears and even beyond. There were many points when 1

didn't know how or whether 1 would succeed, but I made it through and have become stronger and more confident because of it. Mostly I want to thank all my friends and the entire Class of 2004. I wish you all nothing but the best and I will remember you all, whether you were my best friend or just a passing face 1 saw before 5th period. You have all impacted my life in so many ways and 1 will miss you more than you know. Please keep in touch, visit, and remember I am always here for you no matter how far the distance, how long the time, no matter what.

So now I will leave you with a song by my favorite singer of all time, none other than Jason Mraz. It's called "Song for a Friend" and reminds us that no matter what happens next year, be true to yourself never give up, enjoy every moment, and remember I love you!

Well you 're magic he said but don't let it all go to your head. Well I bet if you had it all figured out then you 'd never get out of bed no doubt. All the things that I've read what he wrote me are now sounding like the man I was hoping to be. Keep on keeping it real 'cause it keeps getting easier indeed. He's the reason that I'm laughing even if there's no one else. He said you've

got to love yourself. You say you shouldn V mumble when you speak but keep your tongue up in your cheek. And if you stumble on you better remember that it's humble that you seek. You got all the skill you need— individuality. You got something call it gumption, call it anything you want because

Katie Waller SPORTS EDITOR when you play the fool now you 're only fooling everyone else. You're learning to love yourself. Yes, you are. There's no price to pay when you give what you take. That's why it's easy to thank you. Let's say take a break from the day and get back to the old garage because life's too short anyway but at least it's better than average as long as you got me and I got you. You know we 've got a lot to go around. I'll be your friend, your other brother, another love to come and comfort you, and I 'II keep reminding you if it's the only thing I ever do. I will always love, ves, vou. I will alwavs love vou.

Simply been waiting High school is the bus stop between who have humored and taught me at the childhood and adulthood, and it's been a same time. How could departing seniors good wait. I've been sitting in the same beige, plastic desks for four years now, and, in them I have learned more than I thought possible.

While my growth during this wait is greatly due to close friends and casual acquaintances, who have helped me find . , EDiTOR-lN-CHiEF myself and my niche, the influence ofV \ ! teachers cannot be overlooked. They have — taught me what I know and made my stay forget a freshman teacher who used Windex here pleasant, especially in our senior year to polish his head and incorporated Le Ping, where the rules have been more lax and the the selfless Chinese bureaucrats, in his kachers treat us as individuals capable of teachings? Or how could they forget a junior naming without ringing in truckloads of year project involving the compilation of a year's work? busy work.

The teachers that I will remember after Throughout the years, they have thought I leave the halls of Maine South are those up interesting ways for us to learn, like

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going to Six Flags to measure roller coaster ride velocities or taking data in the cemetery on Halloween to compare the lifespans of men and women. For this, I thank them.

Because of their dedication and enthusiasm, I often enjoyed learning. This is not to say that I have treasured every tedious assignment given to "practice" the new concepts of the week.

However, I do treasure what I have taken away ft'om my classes and extracurriculars in the past four years-the enthusiasm to learn. And with this enthusiasm, I will be entering college this fall.

Thank you teachers for letting this wait here be a productive and pleasant one, teaching your students not only pieces of information, but also techniques for success in college and later on in the job market.

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Lyrics to live by "And now, the end is near. " It is T - 3 days until graduation. Our classes are all done. Our grades are decided.

We are out of here. But what do we have to show for it besides a piece of paper?—more than any of us could know. For nine months out of the year, for four consecutive years, we have walked through these halls, sat in these desks, taken a plethora of tests, and gone home to do hours upon hours of homework. Yes, this is all true. But high school has been so much more. We've met new people, some we will never see again after Sunday while others will remain with us forever. We stepped outside our comfort zone and tried new things—sports, theatre, running for elections—we all welcomed the challenges high school presented us.

"Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road. " But those challenges are behind us now.

A new set of challenges awaits us. Once again, we'll be forced to meet new people, get out of our comfort zones and try new things. We'll be on our own, and while this news may be exciting, it can also be a scary realization at the same time. But our four years here at Maine South have prepared us.

I've heard some actually say that Maine South was harder than college: being the optimist I am, I really want to believe this.

"As we go on, we remember all the Among our honors are State Runners-Up times we had together. And as our lives in football, 4th place at Nationals for change come whatever... " Constitution Team, and a 3rd place finish We will always have these past four at State from the girls' volleyball team. As years at Maine South to look back on. wonderful as those accomplishments are, it There are so many memories to choose is my wish for the Class of 2004 that this was not anyone's 15 from. I can still minutes of fame. remember the Become the President of Lincoln Way-East the United States (or game my freshman even the first woman year with the snow president!), find a cure falling on the field for AIDS or cancer, or and the orange EDITOR-IN-CHIEF win a Nobel Peace Prize. towels whirling in Reach for the stars! the air as the student body linked up and sang in unison, "HERE "/ did it my way. " WE GOOOOOOO!!!!!!" More recently, Just like no two snowflakes are alike, no the C-team adventure to our nation's two students have had the same high school capitol, where each of us got the chance career. All of us have taken our own and the honor to testify in a congressional separate paths—^joining different clubs, hearing room on Capitol Hill—not to playing different sports, making differM|^ mention a school-sponsored plane ride! friends—these variables have c r e a ^ ^ B Each day was filled with lessons and different experiences for each one of us. memories we will keep with us as we move Whether it was daily trips to the Dean's on.

Office or daily walks through the hall with "I'd like to think the best of me is still a Hawk Honor Card, w e ' v e all had a singularly unique experience at Maine hiding up my sleeve. " There's no way that anyone has seen the South, and we should cherish our best of the Class of 2004. We haven't individualism that high school gave us the reached our potential yet, not even close— opportunity to explore. "/ hope you had the time of your life. " even though we have achieved a lot.

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I know I'll often stop and think about them 4 309282 3.653 5th 29 13 & 1 87.9 25-18 185 During the past four years of our lives, we have lived as numbers: ID cards, GPAs, state rankings, sports records, test scores, and even a countdown to the end of high school has consumed every step in our journey away from Maine South. Hopefully, it has been more than just numbers that fabricated your high school experience.

I have been fortunate enough to gain strong bonds and create momentous memories that are impossible to forget. It seems nearly unimaginable that the guy you have been dating for two and a half years, or the friend that is at your house more than her own will only be a signature in a tattered yearbook in the future.

As the metamorphosis into college or post-high school plans unfolds, it is going to be difficult to maintain the relationships that have developed through awkward and utterly embarrassing moments. All five hundred eighty five of us have grown, not only through assorted numbers and heavy books, but also because of the people with whom we surround ourselves.

When I open my yearbook in 2014, I hope I will not wonder about the unnatural smiles and fixed eyes staring back at me. 1 want to recognize the warm smiles and friendly faces. Change is going to happen, it is only natural. But the relationships shared and the bonds built do not have to be a memory stuck inside the numbers of 2000-2004.

Give yourself the luxury of a friend who has taught, guided and stuck with you through the rockiest and the most carefree of times. Robert Stevenson stated, "A friend is a present you give yourself." As we

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escape the numbers that have trapped atop a garbage dump, give yourself at least one more number- the one person whom you will keep in contact with after you turn your tassel.

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Southwards will never be the same

by Kate Fuiikhoiiscr "The mind of Tom Kerth is like a soccer I game: at times methodical, at times manic, and often you 1 are not quite certain where I the ball is," says retired teacher and coach Mr. Dre nn an.

After thirtythree years, the game is finally coming to a close. Mr. Kerth will trade his current home of the soccer field and the Southwards office to join a community in Huntley, Illinois.

Southwards, along with all of Maine South, will miss him dearly.

Within the first hour of conversing with Mr.Kerth, English teacher Mr. Deines remembers that he realized the two would I be "lifelong friends." They were "a city mouse and a country mouse, with mustaches for whiskers." The first decade of their friendship was composed of "Chicago adventures" and "dinners at Tom's apartment on Friday nights when we didn't have two nickels to squeeze together." Mr. ,^ Kerth has always been there to teach: a grammar lesson, how to kick a soccer ball.

as free to speak their minds. For this, we all owe him thanks.

TR Kerth, as he's affectionately known, has written three novels, a book of essays, and "articles on everything from the intelligence of crows to the nuances of coaching high school athletes." says Mr. Drennan. "Who else would you invite to an English class to explain Chaucer's Middle English in terms of rap music, or to bite the head off a Chicago smelt for good luck, or to entertain students on a field trip by catching pigeons bare-handed?"

Additionally, Mr. Kerth has sculpted the girls" soccer program at both a school and state level.

Deines explains that Mr. Kerth shaped an attitude about all Maine South sports: While taking yet another group of athletes to Northern Europe, Mr. Kerth noticed that the teams there played totally differently. When games are h finished, they have played hard, and played to win; but. when they line up after the game to shake hands, they don't say the cliched, 'good game.'

Rather, they say 'Tak kammen.' It means 'thanks for the game.' It means that writing without the other team, the coaches, the to assuage administrators. officials, the field, there would be no game ^ir. Kerth stood up for its at all, regardless of how it was played or right to express itself If not for his strength, the outcome."

Thanks for the game. TR. Maine South students truly would not be

a "life in the city" lesson, or a "life" lesson in general.

He has been a teacher to himself as well.

Whether it's painting with oils, playing the guitar or blues harp, or building a house by a lake. Mr. Kerth seems to view tasks as accomplishments waiting to happen, as if he merely needs to figure out how to get from point A to point B. If, in order to do this, he ruffles some feathers, that's okay: he'll do it respectfiilly, be it to a student or high-ranking administrative official, but he will state his point and stand by it. Over the years, he's stood up for many Southwards writers expressing negative aspects of the school. Despite a 1980's court ruling that school newspapers were "brochures" for the school so their contents could be censored. Southwards Jtgmji^ did not change its

Living and learning into a new chapter I remember the first day of my Maine South experience. I thought I was trapped in some sort of bizarre labyrinth purposefully designed to confuse the students. The hallways all looked identical! Was this done purposefully? Well, probably not. However, it took a few days for me to figure out the locations of some rooms, and as for those rooms within rooms, I do not think I ever got them all straight (and please do not ask me where the nearest bathroom is).

The funny thing is, along the road I have travelled for the past few years, I have realized that life is a lot like that labyrinth of hallways. Exploring each one. an individual is bound to make a few mistakes and get lost a few times. The important thing, the

measure of growth, is how well that indi- from perfect, but I would like to think that I have learned a few things during the past few vidual learns from these wrong turns.

As we all move on to bigger and, hope- years. While we have all learned fully, better things and pave our own roads important knowledge in our books and to travel, it is important to remember that classes, my best advice for everyone is to take the knowledge no one achieves success learned outside of without messing up a school to heart. The few times in the only way to assure process. While it would that the same mistake be nice to travel from will, most likely, not Point A to Point B withPRODUCllON be made again is to out having to travel outEDITOR learn from it. Thus, side of a straight line, life

Kris Johnson

does not really work that way. Were things to be that convenient, that structured, we would never have the possibilty to grow as humans. I am far

"^living and learning, I take that first big step, ending my high school experience and beginning a whole new chapter of my life.

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Unsung Heroes froirr Every year the staff of Southwards selects three girls and three boys who are honored as the Unsung Heroes of is a result of volunteer work, extraordinary achievement, or a general sense of leadership, these seniors have had a

Mike Palermo

Andrew Walter

by Michael Verre

by Sara Wolski

Dedication.

Support.

Enthusiasm.

Character.

Though these may sound like the eventual goals of our Hawk Pride lessons, they are also a partial list of the many intangible, yet undoubtedly invaluable, elements Mike Palermo has instinctively embodied during his tenure at Maine South.

As an accomplished four-year member of both the soccer and track teams, you might have seen Mike making a key play on the field or running a gutsy 800 meter race.

Unfortunately, to the dismay of the entire team as well as himself, a good part of his senior track season was impaired by a serious back injury. Yet despite losing the chance for his own personal glory, Mike proved his dedication by still attending daily practices and meets in order to cheer his friends and teammates on. This task came easily to Mike, having been a hard-core Hawk sports fan for other teams over the years. With his distinctive snare drum and face paint, Mike's support for all of Maine South's athletics has made him a prime example of school spirit that will hopefully be followed by future students.

Mike's contributions to the school are far from limited to his love of sports. He expressed his musical abilities in both the school's choir and band. Since Mike assists the P.E. teachers and serves as a positive example for other students, you may have had him as your Senior Leader. Mike has also been extremely involved in South's student government organizations. As the sole male member of the Senior Class (Continued on page 17)

He's no superman.

And he certainly doesn't look imposing in tights. But he's a hero nonetheless.

C l y d e Andrew Walter, fondly known as Clyde, Clydo, WAC, WAC Daddy, Walter, Unicorn, and, what he prefers being called, Andrew, is an incredible friend and asset to this school community.

Whether working backstage or onstage during his many experiences on crew and cast for plays, musicals and the V-show, or working editorially for Equinox, for which he's been an Editor-in-Chief for the past two years, Andrew wholeheartedly dedicates his time and effort. He is a wellrounded student, having always maintained a high work ethic in all of his classes. He has also been very happily involved in several extracurricular activities, such as Vocal Jazz for four years. Equinox, crew, plays, musicals, and countless other clubs, on top of holding a job at Score Educational Center.

However, despite his hectic schedule in and out of school, he always finds time to be an active friend and peer. Those who know Andrew well will vouch that he is one of the most tolerant, patient, and genuine people here at Maine South. Never will he slip into the teenage epidemic of self-absorption or despondency over pettiness. Somehow he always keeps a positive outlook on the gloomiest of situations, reminding those around him that there is more to the world than locker-side bickering and bad test grades.

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Kyle Betts

by Megtiau Bruen and Brandon Simmons Kyle has shown dedication and determinalion as a part ._ of the Maine South football team for four years.

When not participating in football workouts, he has spent hours finetuning his bumping and blocking to earn his spot on the varsity volleyball team. As you know, one varsity sport is a lot to handle, but two is quite the accomplishment. ^^k Outside of athletics. Kyle has taken o n ^ ^ leadership role in WMTH, the radio and TV broadcasting club. He has won awards and respect from his viewers for his music and drama videos. Currently he is competing at the national level with his newest drama, "Just".

Kyle has been a strong academic student, attaining honor roll all four years. As a tribute to his hard work, he was selected to become a member of the National Honor Society in his junior year. His involvement did not stop there. He has given back to his community by tutoring middle school students and participating in local beach clean ups.

Congratulations to all of the Unsung Heroes of the Class of 2004!

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the Class of 2004: Maine South. These individuals are people who enhance the atmosphere of our school and community. Whether it profound impact on their peers. Congratulations to the heroes of the class of 2004!

Courtney Romba

by Priscilla Koslowski Courtney Romba is the definition of helpful.

Whether you shared one of many AP classes with her, or sat next to her d u r i n g orchestra practice, knowing Courtney means knowing how truly helpful people can be.

A four-year member of cross-country at Maine South, Courtney has shown not only extreme dedication for the sport but also extreme encouragement for her fellow teammates. Running at practice, one often heard her telling her runner friends to "keep it up."

While Courtney was extremely active while in Maine South, her most recognizable extracurricular would be her participation in the yearbook. A four-year member, she was Assistant Editor her junior year and Editor-in-Chief of the yearbook as a senior.

While being Editor, she not only performed her own tasks, but also was more than happy to do a spread for a section editor when they fell behind. Courtney truly brought not only each section editor together as a team, but also each page in the book together to make Eyrie.

Whether it was staying after school, coming in early, or coming in on weekends, Courtney worked to make sure that all spreads were turned in by their deadline and that each page looked better than students' expectations.

Without her devotion, the book that all students look forward to opening at the end of the year would be nonexistent.

Emma San-an

by Kris Johnson

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Grace Hollander

This girl

but so few people really know how much she actually does. Emma Sarran is truly an unsung hero of the Class of 2004. Her tireless efforts and contributions to Maine South inspire her peers to get involved in the community.

Throughout her four years here at Maine South. Emma has touched hundreds of lives, whether it be on the swim team, where she has served as captain and four-time varsity member, or the Model UN team where year after year she has given up the chance to attend Maine South's girls' choice dance in order to be a part of the team.

Emma has also been extremely involved in the Fine Arts department here at South.

Emma has been an active member of her chorus, and you probably remember seeing her on stage in this year's production ofLes Miserables. Although she did not have a lead role, the musical would not have been the same without her, and this again makes Emma an unsung hero.

While there are countless numbers of activities Emma is involved in at Maine South, her compassion shines through outside the walls of this school. This summer, before heading off to college, Emma will partake in Avon's grueling 3 Day Walk for Breast Cancer to raise money and awareness for the cause. Emma is truly affecting the lives of millions by participating in this race.

Emma's contributions here at Maine South and beyond demonstrate how she is an unsung hero of the Class of 2004.

Grace Hollander is someone whom I have had the privilege of knowing throughout high sch(i<)l, starting v freshman homeroom. A fellow officer of Marlins, we have worked together and become close friends, and I feel privileged to have gotten to know such a sweet person. Not only is Grace pne of the nicest people whom I have ever met (in fact, I don't believe I have ever heard her raise her voice or lose her temjjer), but she is also one of the most hardworking.

Our Show Chair for the Marlin annual swim show, Grace is responsible for a lot: organizing practices, getting in contact with other members, choreography and more.

While I know Grace primarily from Marlins, that is far from all of her Maine South extracurricular responsibilities. She is also the Tutoring Chair of National Honor Society, a member of Hawkeyes. the school choir, and Advanced Dance.

I believe the real thing that makes Grace an unsung hero is her personality. I could always count on her to keep things upbeat with her supportive actions and optimistic view. Additionally, Grace would be the last person to recommend herself for such an honor. All the above accomplishments would mean less without the attitude to accompany it. With her extensive activity resume and outstanding outlook on life, Grace is sure to do great things, and for those who did not have the opportunity to meet her, rest assured you have missed out on getting to know a great individual, someone I am proud to call a friend.

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Honoring Maine South's TR Kerth, English, 33 years of service ^ at H H ^^

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^''"' ^'(^^Id has changed a lot since I first began leaching at Maine South in 1971.

Today, a bottle of water costs more than the same amount of gasoline. Mv last pair of gym shoes cost me more than my first car Our elected leaders are celebrities, like singer Sonny f Bono or wrestler Jesse Ventura (although, to be fair, both were better than Bush-league). .

But one thing that hasn 't changed is my belief that Maine South is an excellent place to spend a career in education, .it no time in the last 33 years have I wished to he anotherwhere.

Over the years J have taught a smorgasrxiriJ oj English courses, covering allfour cla.sses M I of students and subjects as varied as Reading and Research. Speech. Literature of Chicago, Jm^ W \, .imerican Lit, World Lit. Humanities, and more. For the pa.st several years I have taught ^^^t^^L f Creative Writing, which is kind of like getting paid to tell lies. ! have also taught Journalism. ^^^^^^^^^^ (^ xhich is the same except that you have to find two liars to corroborate your lies. ^^^^^JI^^Bjfc P^" ' ..^ For the last half of my career I have been the advisor ofSouthwords, and it has thrilled me to work closely with students who were Just finding their public voice. Protecting the students 'right to speak openly and responsibly about subjects that mattered to them has been one of my proudest struggles during my time here.

I have also been proud to be a part of the girls' soccer program since its beginning 21 years ago. This school's soccer team enjoys one of the finest athletic traditions in the state of Illinois, thanks to two decades of serious, committed athletes, many of whom I count among my close friends and who keep in close touch after many years apart. Being inducted into the Maine South Coaches' Hall of Fame last year may be the proudest moment in my educational career But let s be honest: Maine South is not perfect. I blame rap music. (Have you ever noticed that nobody ever smiles in a rap video'.'

Waddup wit dat?)

All things considered, though, this school is as good as it gets, and leaving a school as fine as this one is difficult. But when they pay you to go away, you go with a smile on your face. It's kind of like when your parents go out for the evening and your sister's boyfriend gives you a dollar to disappear Of course, my .sister was ten years younger than I was. but hey, I was in college and needed the money.

As my Maine South chapters end. I leave this place excited for the chapters to come, which will surely involve writing and reading and traveling and catching fish and playing music. Maybe I 'II start a Sun City boy band-The Back Hair Boys?

If you 're looking for advice, here's some: Remember that you 're never too young to cultivate the responsibility and wisdom of an adult, and never too old to revel with the Joy and wonder of a child. Maine South has allowed me to do both, and I hope when you leave here you can .say the same. â&#x20AC;˘ Until then, take off those headphones and smile, dammit.'

Janice Pietron, Special Education, 33 years of service My 33 years working as both a teacher and an administrator in Maine Township have really 'fiown by " and now it is time to move on to other opportunities in life.

I was hired by Mr Otto Kohler to teach social science classes at Maine South in 1971. right after I finished my student teaching. After 12 years teaching World Geography. U.S History and Accelerated Problems in Democracy. I went back to school and re-trained ir the field of Special Education. I taught numerous subject areas to students with learnin^i disabilities and other special needs. I was also a class sponsor and helped the senior class of 1989 organize the senior prom and other activities. I hadalotoffun working with students on class council activities.

I again went back to school to earn certification in administration and in 1992 moved back to Maine South as the Special Ed. department chair The last twelve years have been both rewarding and challenging, but always eventful. I 've worked with hundreds of students andfamilies each year along with the large Special Education department we have become at Maine South. Without the support of everyone here, my Job would be impossible to do!

Now that I lookforward to having more dictionary time. I plan to spend it withfamily and friends, traveling other than spring break and summer and teaching part-time at the college level. I taught Special Ed. graduate classes at Northeastern and National-Louis University and will teach this summer at Roosevelt. I 'm trying all my options' I plan to return and visit Maine South, because I will certainly miss everyone. I can't think of a better place to work for 33 years!

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retiring faculty members Jim Rees, Athletic Director, 34 years of service I came to Maine South in 1970 as a Physical Education teacher and an assistant varsity football coach, assistant varsity wrestling coach and freshman baseball coach. The previous fall I had been a student teacher here and had been given the opportunity to coach football while doing that. After six years of teaching Physical Education I began teaching health us well. Within a couple of years my sole assignment was as a Health educator During thai time I continued to be an assistant coach in varsity football and varsity wrestling.

In 19891 became the Athletic Director and had the task to merge separate hays and girls athletic programs into a single department Few people remember hov.- separate they had been. The two programs had different awards, separate trophy cases, separate g}'ms. different rules and policies, etc. It was exciting to create a single unified department out of those two very separate ones.

I have many absolutely great memories in the past 34 years, both teaching and coaching.

Those memories include teaching the first elective PE courses and the very first co-ed PE class offered at Maine South. In the 70 s we had one of the first comprehensive Health Education programs in the state and it was exciting to be involved in creating the curriculum that other schools around the state came to observe and model.

Athletics has been every bit as memorable. There are so many great memories it's hard-to single a few out. I'll always remember coaching the first Hawk football teams that got to the state play-offs in 1975 and 1976. Other great memories were the 1979 state basketball championship. As Athletic Director, the highlights include the nvo championships in football, the state runner-up in tennis and again in football and this year's 3"^ place finish in girls' volleyball. But the most lasting mem.ories will be of the extremely talented and dedicated coaches that I 've had the opportunity to work alongside for the past 34 years and of the athletes who have worked so hard to excel.

Myfixtureplans are to build a home on my land in Colorado. I 'm starting this summer I 've put-off a lot of trips I 'vc icmged to take due to commitments in coaching and being athletic director. So I plan to catch up and now finally take those vacation trips. I wouldn) he at all surprised if, in a year or m-o, / end up volunteering to coach at one of the local high .schools in Colorado. I will truly miss Maine South, its kids and its coaches. It has been such a big part of my life for so long.

Jan Cannon, Career Counselor, 25 years of service In the olden days, when I was a high school senior, I mused about a position or service that I thought should exist in a high school. When I shared my vision with my friends, the responsewas- "We're getting one next year They call them coun.selors. " "That's what I am going to prepare to do, " I said to myself, and so I did.

I taught English only very briefly because the demand to fill the newly mandated counselor positions in high schools was creating lots ofopportunityfor those teachers who had finished a Masters to become a school counselor as I had. My experience as a counselor helped me land a job at the new Maine Township High School that was opening in 1970- Maine North.

Later I spent years as a .stay-at-home Mom. When I returned to counseling, .North had closed and I became a generalist counselor at Maine East for eleven years. When the Career Counselor position became available at C^ ^ - j m - i - j T ' ' f a m u r l- \ J Maine South. I applied. My younger daughter was a senior at .Maine South when I came to \rd ^ ^ ! 9 ^ S n ^ ^ M ^ ^ " ^ y South's CRC 10 years ago in August 1994. Twemv-five of my 33 years in education have been in District 207.

My life has been so enriched by my associations with the Maine Township High Schools.

I have worked with countless wonderful people: students, families, faculty, staff and alums. My most recent love affair with Maine South has been enhanced with the opportunity to focus on post high school planning part of counseling which had always been a particular interest. There is always something new to learn, new problems to solve and new people to meet. It doesn't get much better than that. My wish would be for every Maine South student to discover a career path for him or her that is stimulating, interesting, and satisfying.

Other than some travel and a few house projects, my retirement plans are as yet unstructured except to be open to new experiences, to experience a personal renaissance and to continue enjoying life through the future chapters.

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Senior Opinion: What is South Senior year, the first night football game in M.S. history, calling the game on the radio, taking in the atmosphere. It was an amazing experience and historical night -Dan Brinati, Loras College ^^^^ tn^ fritn^MUown fht sf^lrs m -Lisa ^ilc^ele* Umversify o/Allchigan \ I I I I

Freshman year my friend and I kept our IDs onfrom2:50 until 4:30 because we thought we needed them to get into afreshmansoccer game. It wasn't until we had walked onto the field that my friends sister informed us of what fools we looked like after school wearing our IDs around our necks. We have never worn them after school since.

-Andrea Zimmerman, Drake University

Wfji'le footballgames were fun, many of my best memories are from Girls'Choice dances.

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l4^/?er7 our cheerleading squad competed at the NCA nationals in Dallas. It was an awesome^ experience.

-Mary Pat Rooney, Drake University

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your favorite Maine memory?

Running in the woods with my crosscountry pals.

H^iike N^vvQ., Washington University When fheglrh'voHe^kaff fean wenf dos/ynsfafe' We dldn'f wanf fopaxjagain fo gef kack Info fhe sfadlum for fhe nexf gamei so \ye hid In fhe highesf secflon of fhe arena. We hid on fhe ground unfll \^e gof caughf % secvtrlf^j and were kicked ouf of fhe sfadlun, huf fhe exfra tnone^ was worfh If when fhey won!

-Afflson F^uffman, Umverslty ofliUnols

The summer league baseball toumament going Into senior year. We showed everyone that this school has more than just an awesome football team.

-Nick Rice, Benedictine University Making top ten with the Constitution team in Washington DC. -Heidi Rose, Northwestern University

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Andrew Walter (continuedfrompage 10)

Council, he was always available to give the "guy" perspective on that group's activities. In addition, Mike was also a devoted member to Student Council, miming the elections and offering his efforts to activities such as assemblies and Homecoming. On top of all this, Mike can often be seen at the Pickwick Theater, where he manages to hold a job during his limited spare time. Obviously very apt at balancing a busy schedule, Mike has quietly but persistently added to Maine South through his commitment to a wide variety of activities.

By competing with our teams, cheering on our athletes, performing for our fine arts, and contributing to our clubs and organizations—all without any expectation of recognition—Mike Palermo has more than earned the distinction of being an Unsung Hawk.

Balancing his life in terms of school, work, and extracurriculars is not an easy task from any angle, but the grace and calmness with which he accomplishes this feat separate him from the rest of high school society. Not to mention that being there in hisfriends'times of need are the top of his list. For a person who strives so hard to achieve success in academics, music, performances, literature, and leadership, his personality alone inspires confidence and resilience in his peers.

So even though he can't pass for a Christopher Reeves or a George Clooney in tights, his heroism shines beyond the illusion of costumes and theatrics. Clyde Andrew Walter is defined by his poise, sincerity, humor, and overall compassion for everyone that is fortunate enough to cross paths with him. And speaking as one of those fortunate people, I can only begin to thank him for the light and love he has brought into my life as a true friend and true hero.

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The Class of 2004:

Military

U.S. Air Force Academy- Ellen Dwyer U.S. Army- Christopher Gurgone U.S. Marine.'!- Jonathan Cianfaglione U.S. Militaiy Academy- Henry Lifton U.S. Scivy- Edward Wolfe Vocational/Trade School Thomas Ericksen, James Trapp Full-time Employment Jordan Sigalos Arizona Arizona State University- Julia Enderle, Andrew Maratea, Jeffrey Ogden California Academy ofArt College- Drake Ducham Pomona College- Nicholas Noble University of California at Berkeley- Suzanne Schomack Canada McGill University- Nicholas Pierce Colorado Colorado State University- Joseph Reeder, Marissa Vigna University of Denver- Eric Percak Connecticut Yale University- Matthew Perille Washington, DC George Washington University- Jonathan Davis, Julie Shanahan Florida Embry- Robert Riddle Aeronautical University- Thomas Janczura Lake City Community College- Brian Schlitter Georgia University of Georgia- Megan Du Pont Iowa Drake University- Mary Pat Rooney, Adam Rudawsky, Emma Sarran, Andrea Zimmerman Iowa State University- Scott Gerrits, Joseph Luzio Loras College- Daniel Brinati, Robert Roe iy/i(ver5ino//owa-Alex Aufmann, Craig Braun, Moira Fisher, Kristina Grieco, Andrew Hayden, Daniel Hogan, Brian Keady, Allison Lardner, Michael Palermo, Linda Savastio, Richard Voelker Illinois American Academy of Art- Gregory Sidelnik Augustana College- Meghan Carlson, Kevin Collins, Robert Grob, Jennifer O Donnell, Aurora University- Elena Dickey, Daniel Gaynor, James Spann, Benedictine University- Nicholas Rice, Corydon Storer Bradley University- Mark Fulara, Sophia Kastrantas, Melissa Mammel, Christine Newsome Columbia College- Yatashah Backus, Sonja Barac, Patrick Christl, Brian Dorrans, Matthew Levy, Matthew Livensparger, Raquel Scianna, Grant Somerman, James Walter

Community College- Cristian Alaimo. Adriana Beganovic. Anthony Marte Cooking and Hospitality Institute of ChicagoCandice Albergo DePaul University- Tania Aldaddah. Roberto Barbanente. Kristen Bartel. Thomas Bellino.

Peter Chmiel, Michael Clark, Anthony Cordaro.

Mark Fafendyk, Anthony Gonka. William Haley, Michael Hefher. Victoria Kokonas. Brian Kontek, Christine Kotlarz, Steven Legler.

Kathryn Lukas, Stefani Markovic, Daniel Mohar, Erica Neff, Conor O Donnell. Jan Prejzner, Dana Ryan, Erin Sexton, Amanda Tworek, Gabriel Wiesen Dominican University- Yoana Azmanova.

Jennifer Begich, Hannah Kralovec. Janelle Kusz, Genevieve Lukes, Nicole Schlesak Eastern Illinois University- Sarah Burke, Cristina Byots, Amanda Cook, Kathleen Hayes, Margaret Holz, Sammi Lopiparo, John Metropulos, Amanda Raz, Frank Simoncelli, Elmhurst College- Courtney Romba Illinois Institute of Technology- Mark Rokita Illinois State University- Angela Baker, Lee Camarano, Rebecca Corkill, Christine Druschitz, Marie Guillo. Alexander Huening, Rebekah Kronborg-Mogil, Abigail Lenz, Jeffrey Madl, Caroline Merkel, Alexander Petkofski, Amy Sara, Matthew Sergot, Lauren Shesek, Tatiana Skyba, Katherine White Illinois Wesleyan University- Thomas Anderson, Grace Hollander, Kristina Katz, Krystyna Zwolinski Judson College- Robb Davidson Lake Forest College- Hayley Wolfcale Lewis University- Shannon Theel Lincoln College at Lincoln- Andrew Bielenda, Michael Dee, Stephan Mahoney, Brian Ruder, Christopher Tourloukis Loyola University- Sylwia Bania, Marco Fatta, Nicole Krueger, David Mahler, Danielle Minzenberger, Deirdre Murphy, Jacqueline Pikul, Emily Pobratyn, Ashley Schroeder, Mark Tabeau, Kevin Wsol, Hubert Wygonowski North Central College- Danielle Kleehammer Northeastern Illinois University- Stephen Judge, James Mallory, David Muntean, Nicole Namyst, Juan Perez, Elizabeth Roig, Danielle Steinitz, Ashley Steinitz, Claire Swanson, Thomas Tamowski, Olivia Zech Northern Illinois University- Heather Andrews, Daniel Archer, Craig Briars, Michael Cabaj, Douglas Fosco, Brian Maher, Matthew Michelini, Michael Perrozzi. Franklin Peters, Michael Schneider, Eric Sehner, Cassandra Stevens Northwestern University- Anna Banc, Laura Garofalo, Heidi Rose, Matthew Lucas Oakton Community College- Sanam Abid.

Siobhan Adams, Alyzza Alaniz, Tanya Azzo, Jessica Bartee, Amy Berenholz, Chriselda

Bermudez. Melissa Bochniak. Wojciech Buzun, Myrna Calaustro. Daniel Cantu. Karolina Chwascinska, Dragana Dragojlovic. Daniel Erickson. Jeremy Gomez. Christine Hook, Danielle Hunter, Liam King, Faybienne Kosacz. Erin Koziel, Katherine Krischke, Stephen Letica, Meghan Mc Auliffe. John Mc Kenzie, Courtney Meegan. Jeannette Milkowski. Christine Olson. Roberto Paz, Stephen Peterson, John Pomagier, Peter Radziszewski, Daniel Rieger. Matthew Roeske, Maciej Rudnicki. John Toca. Dana Tourloukis, Gianna Valentine, Patrick Ward, Melissa Ylagan, David Ziegenhom Roosevelt University- Loredana Bartucci, Colleen Waller Southern Illinois University at CarbondaleSarrah Malke, Timothy Miller, Laura Schwan, Shane Sotiriu, James Suriano, Michael Zimmerman Spoon River College- Darrin Smaha Trinity International University- Sean Durbin, Ian Smith Triton College- Jason Howard. Joanna Paruch, Daniel Schaefer University of Chicago- William Chin, Claire Elderkin University ofIllinois (Chicago)- Alvin Baetiong, Thomas Drazba, Kristen Erlandson, Antonio Fiore, Alec Humphries, Magdalena Kikolska, Catrina Klimara, Roman Kokoszka, Olivia Kordys, Joanne Narrido, Ryan Pearson, Amanda Pekic, Joel Porterfield, Patrick Reidy, Adam Sodini University of Illinois (Urbana)- Hilary Antosh, Matthew Balogh. Jerzy Banasiak, Matthew Bochenek, Elizabeth Bozek, Robin Clement, Kathleen Coppin, Jennifer Curry, Kenneth Dollaske, Jacqueline Frano, Allison Pullman, Elizabeth Gorski, Rosalee Inendino, Marta Kowalczyk, Mark Kruk, Cheuk Lau, Traci Leslie, Amy Lewensky, Adam Lopatka, Maria Lotito, Megan Loughran, Steven Matumo, Leanna Michas, Kaitlin Moran, Emily Mott, Edward Mueller, Nicholas Northfell. Simon Prucnal. Robert Rasmussen. Alexandra Rhine, Christopher Ryan, Jennifer Sanders, Nicholas Santoro, James Sapieka, Adam Shalzi, James Simmons, Caroline Slezak. Emily Solomon, Monica Stanczyk, Maciek Subotowicz, Megan Thorsen, Matthew Totsch. Caitlin Wolf, Stephanie Woo, Monika Wozniczka, Brian Zande, Jason Ziols, Daniel Zipp Western Illinois University- John Bachmeier.

Joseph Beato, TaraDelaney, William Demonte.

Robert Dulski. Thomas Genualdi, Mickey Gersch, Michael Hastings, Michael Hayden, John Kurtz Whealon College- Elise Dykema William Rainey Harper College- Melissa Rauschenberg

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Where they're headed Indiana Ball State University- Juhe Rose, Danielle Skuros DePauw University- Claire Forde Indiana University-- Susan Beato, Anna Gartner.

Vanessa Kaegi, Aya Nakamura, Shae Peppier, Robert Schaul, Andra Staks Indiana Wesleyan University- Kara Clifton Purdue University- Christopher Blankshain, Kiley Borowski, Kevin Cassidy, Alberto De Cicco, Karen Kaczmarek, David Landreth, Frank Macino, Nobutaka Ochiai, Damian Oleksiuk, Albert Pinter, Steven Truty, Richard Vucich Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology- Matthew Durham St. Maiy s College- Christina Palella Taylor University'- Monica O" Connor University of Notre Dame- Kara Collins, Adrianna Stasiuk Valparaiso University'- Eric Brooks, Kristen Kardas, Jaclyn Spierowski Kansas University of Kansas- Brendan Farrell, Kathryn Jayne Kentucky Eastern Kentucky University- Joseph Oliver Western Kentucky University- Lauren Torger Louisianna Tulane University-- Kevin Aumiller Massachusetts Boston University- JSnna Kelly, Jesse Kramer Massachusetts Institute of Technology- Laura Jacox < Tufts University- Andrea Famham Maryland University of Maryland (College Park)- Laura • Martini

Southwards thanks the seniors for four years of readership and support!

Michigan Ferris State University- Steven Chor, Eric Gamble, John Gonzalez, Damian Plewa, Martha Witkiewicz Kalamazoo College- Sarah Nicholus Michigan Slate University'- Nicholas Fallico, Kristina Johnson, Michael Saelim Northern Michigan University- James Doyle, Tracy Tarant Noi-thwood University- Eric Nelson University of Michigan- Lisa Nickele Western Michigan University- Karolyn Schultz Minnesota Bethel College- Robert Riddle. Clyde Walter University- of Minnesota (Twin Cities)- Amy Fink, Dana Petersen Missouri St. Louis University- Joseph Maassen University of Missouri (Columbia)- Jorge Bustamante, Monika Bysiecki, Lauren Crowl, Sarah Landolfi, Amanda Lewensky Washington University- Joyce-Ann Santos, Michael Verre North Carolina Duke University- Jennifer Heffeman North Carolina School of the Arts- Matthew Smart University of North Carolina- Brian Husar Nebraska Creighton University- Rory Hand, Megan Liggett, Stephanie Righeimer Nevada University of Nevada at Las Vegas- Katie Mc Mahan New York New York University- Sara Wolski University of Rochester- Priscilla Kosloski Ohio Kent State University- Christina Telkamp Miami University- Jessica Aniol, Brian Filippini, Kathryn Steiner, Dane Volden Ohio State University- Nicolas Reid University of Dayton- Regina Heiderman, Michael Helfgot, Ashley Lewensky, Juliann Tucker, Markus Zei Oklahoma University of Central Oklahoma- Madeline Sirmbardis Oregon University of Oregon- Nicholas Naber Pennsylvania Carnegie Mellon University- Michael Mc Cortney Lehigh University- Kathryn Lieber Muhlenberg College- William Schmidt Point Park College- Rio Smith Rhode Island Brown University- Katie Lapinski

Utah University of Utah- Nicole Wasiewicz Virginia College of William and Man- Emily Harbert Wisconsin Carroll College- Camille Connelly. Melissa Kosinski Carthage College- Meghan Bruen. Jennifer Dopke, Daniel Glowen. Mallory Gullo, Frank Johnsen, Caroline Kochmit, Jamie Maloney, Megan Tedor Concoidia University- Megan Granger Marquette University- Jessica Burnight, Kathleen Joyce. Nora Kaitis. Mariette Makula, Matthew Segawa, Shannon Sullivan, Jennifer Szaflarski Milwaukee School of Engineering- Michael Mulvany St. Norbert College- Jennifer Felber, Lauren Tazioli University of Wisconsin (Madison)- Marco Bartolomei, Daniel Cirillo, Alycia Dinvemo, Eleanor Marquis, Alexandra Mc Queen, Michael Pagliari, Ismene Potakis, Katharine Waller University of Wisconsin (Whitewater)- Kira Fedyniak Wyoming University of Wyoming- Luke Erickson

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Maine South's 2003-2004

Nick Northfell

Mark Kruk

Alberto DeCicco

Through the years at Maine South. Nick has been an integral member of the boys" basketball team. As team captain, he pushed his team to do their best and always keep working hard.

Nick received a CSL All-Conference award this past year and was also named All-Area by the Pioneer Press.

Nick's dedication and love of the game truly showed on the court in every game that he played.

He will be attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign next fall. His leadership and skills will truly be missed.

As co-captain of the boys" swimming team, 4-year letterman, and 2004 MVP, Mark was one of the best distance swimmers at MS in the past 20 years. He has been an MS Hawk Relay and Conant Cougar Invite Medalist for the past four years, was a CSL medalist his freshman, junior, and senior years, and an IHSA Sectional medalist the past three years. Mark was also named a National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches" Association Academic AU-American and a member of the Pioneer Press AllArea team this past season. His tireless effort and dedication will be missed.

Alberto's fooibali career at Maine South has been phenomenal. Named the Chicago Tribune's All-State wide receiver, he also holds the state record of 17 catches in one game, the state record of 11 catches in a championship game, and is the second in state for catches in a season with 110. As team captain of the 13-1 CSL champions and the 8A state runner-up team, Alberto led his team by achieving two school records as well, including most career catches with 131 and most receiving yards with 1,181. He was also named as a CSL All-Conference player and a CSL scholar athlete.

Chris Ryan

Dane Volden

Alberto DeCicco

Chris has shown his excellence on the track by receiving a varsity letter the past three years and being named All Conference this year. He was this year's champion in the low hurdles and high hurdles at the District 207 meet. He also set the indoor low hurdle record along with Dane Volden.

His leadership qualities and dedication to the team were rewarded this year as he was named a team captain.

Dane Volden has proved himself again and again as being one of the top hurdlers in Maine South history. He was named All Conference in 2003 and is a two-year varsity letter winner.

As a captain of this year's boys' track team he has displayed his hard work and dedication by setting the indoor low hurdle record along with Chris Ryan. Dane will be attending Miami University in Ohio.

Alberto"s presence as a three-year starter at shortstop for the ba.seball team has been a very important part in the team's success.

As a tri-captain of the team, he was hitting a .365 batting average with a team-leading 24 RBls and 2 homeruns.

Along with great offensive skills, Alberto also contributed solid defense, team leadership, positive enthusiasm, and a wonderful attitude.

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â&#x20AC;˘Senior Male Ath

Nick Faiiico

Matt Perille

Lee Camarano

Nick is a holder of 16 MS wrestling records, including being the Winningest Wrestler with a career record of 156-15. He was a four-time All-Conference and AllArea wrestler, a three-time team MVP. a two-time team captain, the 2004 CSL Outstanding Wrestler, the 2002 USAW Cadet All American, the 2003 FILA Cadet All American, and holds the IHSA State Tourlament record for fastest fall. He has earned ! 1 high school tournament championships with 5 outstanding wrestler awards. Nick will attend Michigan State University next year on an NCAA Division I Scholarship.

As captain of the boys" soccer team, Matt has also earned CSL All-Conference, All-Sectional, Pioneer Press Player of the Year, team MVP, Chicago Sun Times A\lArea (3rd team), and Chicago Tribune All-Area (2nd team). Matt's responsibility to stop some of Illinois' top teams was imperative to the team's success and his leadership and dominance was present in every one of the Hawks' 22 games. His calculated insight, absolute quickness, persistent defending, and never-ending stamina made him an invaluable part of Maine South's defense.

Lee has been a wonderful member of the boys' cross country team throughout his four years at Maine South. As team captain, his positive attitude and strong work ethic have pushed the rest of the team to accomplish their personal bests.

Lee's great leadership skills and hard work throughout the cross country season made him a favorite among the team and his strong running presence was felt by many. Along with his many running accomplishments, he was also named a CSL All-Conference runner.

Lee will be attending Illinois State University next year and will truly be missed.

Ken Dollaske

Jim Spann

Will Schmidt

Ken has been an asset to the boys' tennis team for the past three years. He has been a varsity letter winner in each of those seasons and served as captain his junior and senior years.

Ken has placed third in conference the fpast two years but even more impressively has qualified for the IHSA state meet three years in a row. He owns an overall winning record in both singles and doubles.

Much of the 2004 varsity boys' gymnastic team's success has been due to Jim's contributions. Jim's hard work and leadership have been an integral part to the entire program.

He was named as a CSL All-Conference player and achieved a great score of 6.4 on high bar. With a sectional score of 8.95 on vault, Jim was able to advance to the state meet where he obtained 8.55.

As a captain of this year's boys' volleyball team Will has displayed his excellence on the court by being named All Conference for the second straight year. He has received a varsity letter for the second straight year as well.

Will is the owner of an amazing thirty-five percent kill percentage and a ninety-two percent serve percentage. In addition to his excellent play his leadership skills and dedication have been a vital part of this year's team.

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Maine South's 2003-2004*

Meghan Carlson

Katie Coppin

Meghan's leadership, hard work, and friendliness have been felt by all throughout the badminton season and have contributed to her great success.

As captain and member of the number one doubles team, she earned a first place finish at Evanston ABCD. a fourth place finish at the Schaumburg Invite, and a second place finish at the Buffalo Grove Invite.

Meghan has also been a sectional qualifier her past two years. Her dedication helped push the team to new levels.

Katie has been a varsity award winner each of her four seasons on track. She has been named a CSL All-Conference athlete the past two years and has also served as team captain in that time.

Her leadership and positive attitude have benefited many younger athletes in the track program. During the indoor season she broke two records and now holds the school 2-mile record. In addition, she anchored the sprint medley relay team that set a school record.

Emma Sarran Emma lettered all four years in girls' swimming and did this while also balancing in a lot of other extracurricular activities. She was a co-captain in 2003 and scored the most senior points in that season as well.

Emma was a Hawk Relay medalist all four years. In addition, she was named a CSL scholar athlete and was a CSL conference and IHSA sectional medalist. She will be attending Drake University in the fall.

Katie Coppin Katie has been one of the most successful female distant runners in Maine South history as she has been named to the All Area cross-country team in 200O,'01,'02, and'03. As well as being All Area Katie has been All-Conference three times during her cross-country career. Despite having to battle through injuries all season, in 2003 she was named the girls' cross-country MVP.

Claire Forde During the past two seasons Claire has been one of the top point scorers for the girls' track and field team. In that time she has also been the best quarter-miler on the team.

She has been the anchor of several sprint relay teams and was part of the sprint medley relay which set an indoor school record this year. Last year Claire anchored a rela^^^^ that just missed qualifying for the IHSA s t a t ^ B ^ track meet but this year qualified for the meet in the quarter-mile. She was also named AllConference this year.

Claire Forde Claire was a very important and vital part of this year's varsity girls' basketball team.

She started 25 games in which she led the team with 91 assists and provided outstanding leadership.

Claire was a co-captain of the team as well as being a three-sport varsity athlete* In addition to that, she was named a CSL scholarathlete, a very prestigious award. She will attend DePauw University in the fall.

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Senior Female Athletes

Adrianna Stasiuk

Kristi Katz

Kathleen Hayes

As a four-year varsity starter for the volleyball team. Adrianna has also been a 3year All-Conference and All-Area player, a 2-year Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times All-State Honorable Mention, and was named All-State by the Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times this past year. As cocaptain, she lead her team to a 3rd place finish downstate and became 10th in career kills 'in Illinois' 30 year volleyball history.

Kristi has been a key member of the girls' golf team for three years at MS. She has been a CSL All-Conference player every year, a sectional qualifier for all three years, a state qualifier for one year, and the team MVP and captain for all three years as well. Kristi ranks second in the all time scoring average in program history. She will continue her outstanding golf tradition at Illinois Wesleyan University next fall.

A three-year member of the girls' varsity soccer team. Kathleen has provided the Hawks with dynamic hustle and amazing athleticism. As a tri-captain of the team this year, she has led the team with her leadership and hard work. She has been named as a CSL All-Conference player and a CSL AllSectional player. She will continue to play soccer at Eastern University in the fall where she received a scholarship.

Megan Granger

Kira Fedyniak

Caroline Brzozowski

Megan has been the starting pitcher for the 2004 varsity girls' softball team this past year. Her strength and determination has played a major role in the Hawks success this year.

Along with her amazing pitching abilities, Megan's voice was always heard through her optimistic cheers and great support for her teanmiates.

This {perfect combination of athleticism ' and teamwork lead her to be named a CSL All-Conference player this season. Megan has signed to play softball at Concordia University in Wisconsin in the fall.

A varsity gymnastics letter winner all four years, Kira has been a true star. She has had many top finishes in meets, including an all-around 2nd place finish at the Maine West Invite, an all-around 1st place finish at the Maine East Beach Meet, and an all-around 2nd place finish at the CSL conference meet.

Along with this spectacular work, Kira also holds three school records at Maine South. She holds the floor record with a score of 9.5, the all-around record with a score of 9.0 and the uneven bars record with a score of 9.3.

As captain of the tennis team, Caroline has motivated and encouraged teammates to do their best. During her sophomore year she came in 2nd place in state with her doubles partner, Liz Bondi.

This year, Caroline made it to the 12-16th place bracket with a new partner, Kate Paczkowski. She has accomplished many first place finishes in weekend tournaments including 1st at the Hawk Invite and 1st in conference. Caroline also acheived All-State team #2 in doubles, and a 2nd place finish in sectionals. Her leadership and outstanding work will be missed next year.

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SPORTS

Senior Issue 2003-2004: MVPs for each sport • Mate & Female Senior Athletes of the Year

Boys'Senior Atlilete

-Alberto Football:

Participation: 1,2,3,4 Varsity letter: 3,4 Captain: 4 All-Conference: 4 All-State (8A): 4

Baseball: Participation: 1,2,3,4 Varsity letter: 2,3,4 Captain:4

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•Holds the state football record for most catches in a championship game (11) and most catches in one game (17).

•Ranked second all-time in state for most catches in a football season (110).

•Chicago Tribune All-State (WR).

•CSL All-Conference and Scholar Athlete.

Girls' Senior Athlete

Adrianna Stasiuk Volleyball: Participation: 1,2,3,4 Varsity letter: 1,2,3,4 Captain: 3,4 All-Area: 2,3,4 All-Conference: 2,3,4 All-State: 4 •Named a CSL Scholar Athlete with a GPA of 4.89.

•She will be attending Notre Dame University on a full athletic scholarship to play volleyball.

•As co-captain, she led the 2003 varsity volleyball team to a 3rd place finish at the IHSA State toumament-the first since 1978.

•Four-year varsity starter.

•Three-time CSL All-Conference Athlete.

•Three-time All-Area Athlete.

•Two-time Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times AW-Slale Honorable Mention.

•Named All-State this year by both the Chicago Tribune and the Chicago Sun Times.

•She is ranked tenth in the number of career kills in Illinois' thirty year volleyball history.

•Holds football school records for most catches in a career (131) and most receiving yards (1,181).