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RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOU'RE NUMBER ONE. Members of the Willowridge Eagles celebrate after their 50-44 win over Piano East in the Conference 5A state basketball championship finals. For full tournament coverage, turn to page 9. Photo by Joey Lin. How Great Thou Arts Alamo begins process of selecting finalists from 400-plus applications for creative arts scholarships

Alamo Rent duced the Alamo Rent A Car Creative Arts Schol­ selecting finalists. These finalists will be asked to of Texas." A Car has a long arship program in Texas. submit documentation of their work, such as a Not only is Alamo Rent A Car committed to history of in vol ve- This program recognizes lOTexashighschool video cassette of a performance or a slide of a the students of Texas, but to the educators and ment with the seniors with exceptional talent in creative arts photograph or painting. Winners will be notified administrators as well. Alamo will continue to arts. In fact, categories including speech/debate, creative writ­ this month. offer special rate codes (Rate Code TO and TM, Alamo was the ing, theater/acting, music solo, voice, music small "The number of outstanding applications ID#252660) to UIL members including teachers, first national car ensemble, dance, painting/sculpture and photog­ received demonstrates the necessity for scholar­ administrators and student's families, and donate rental company raphy. Recipients will receive a $500 scholarship ships honoring artistic achievement on the high five percent of the basic rental rate to the UIL ever to underwrite upon graduation. school level," said David Pereyra, Alamo Rent A Scholarship fund. an exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art With more than 400 applications submitted, Car spokesperson and Selection Committee rep­ The Alamo Scholar/Athlete of the Week in New York. the Alamo Rent A Car Creative Arts Scholarship resentative. program is scheduled to return in the fall and Now, as a natural extension of their commit­ Selection Committee, consisting of representa­ "It means that the students who are chosen as nomination forms will be distributed to football ment to both the performing and visual arts, tives from the UIL, the Amon Carter Museum and recipients of the award will truly be the most coaches statewide at the end of this month. Alamo, in conjunction with the UIL, has intro­ Alamo Rent A Car, has begun the process of talented young artists in their category in the state

Volume 78 • Number Seven • April, 1994 • ISSN 0897-4314 etHtera

Defending the rules COMMENT Acceptance of enforcement of penalties is crucial UIL benefits much from its relationship with UT-Austin We all understand the staff members are questioned they need for consistently enforced are obligated to espouse the ra­ The University Interscholastic League is a department within rules and regulations for com­ tionale for the rule, as well as to the Division of Continuing Education of The University of Texas petition. Quite frequently how­ support the League's democratic at Austin. The Division of Continuing Education is one of several ever school officials and League Baffley process, regardless whether they divisions at The University. administrators find, themselves agree with the rule or not. They in a conflict situation when UIL Marshall are also obligated to be cordial The UIL is provided with office facilities, janitorial services rules are enforced at the local while holding firm in the de­ and lawn-building upkeep free of charge, and long distance level. fense of the rule and the system. telephone service at a lower cost. Some items of furniture and Parents and supporters of Even though we school ad­ equipment, such as desks, chairs, tables, lamps and file cabinets are the teams and competing groups usually ministrators and UIL administrators administrator does not agree with the also furnished, if available from Buildings and Grounds. Items not become quite upset when it is deter­ rule. defend the rules, we should work for available and bought with UIL funds are considered UT property mined an ineligible student has been In all such instances school ad­ changes in the rules in instances where playing on a team and the team will ministrators can be supportive of the we see they can be improved for the and are placed on UT inventory. Charges for services for building have to forfeit games that will eliminate rules and the penalties which they help betterment of the total educational sys­ and office facilities, such as extra electrical work, telephone it from the playoffs. Normally when develop through their participation in tem. This, however, does not excuse us equipment changes and changes in floor plans, are charged on a from our obligation of defending and this occurs someone has made an error the UIL legislative process. In these labor expense basts. in checking the eligibility or the stu­ cases the best approach is: "We vote on enforcing current rules. The UIL has to follow University rules in hiring classified and dent did not disclose complete informa­ these rules through a democratic pro­ We, as Americans, believe in a tion. cess and have means for input to change democratic process; we believe in trying nonclassified employees. The employees are paid by The Univer­ In this situation the parents, fans them. We therefore will enforce the to change our laws and regulations sity of Texas from UIL funds, with the same benefits as other UT rule regardless whether we totally agree and students seldom understand why through the processes available to us; employees (teacher retirement; paid social security, group insur­ they have to forfeit. They usually want with the rule because we believe in the but we also belie ve in enforcing the laws ance, UT holidays). UIL employees are also given raises and to blame someone and quite frequently democratic process." and regulations we have. When there is promotions according to the regulations set by the UT Personnel it is the rule or the organization. School This stance won't always stop the disobedience to state and federal laws, administrators and personnel endure parents or fans from pursuing a change the states and the nation suffer. This is Department. great pressure when enforcing this ac­ outside the UIL legislative and judicial true in the UIL as well. The UIL has to make all purchases through the UT Purchas­ tion. processes, but it will help deter such Our acceptance of enforcement of ing Department, following the procedures set by state law or Board Another instance where school action. This position is one that all of us penalties for rules violation and the of Regents rule. The University of Texas Accounting Department administrators find themselves in a di­ should be able to defend. constant evaluation of our rules are the handles all payments of vouchers for purchases, services and travel lemma is when there is a student who is UIL administrative staff members primary reasons the UIL continues to ineligible according to a rule, but the encounter these same conflicts. When be a strong organization. expenses to see that they are in agreement with state regulations. Deposits of UIL funds are made through the University Bursar's Office with the actual deposit made to the bank by the Bursar's school careers, and the majority of them When we say, "In a well planned con­ will not advance to the next round of test, there are not losers," we mean it. Office. The Accounting Department keeps records of all deposits Bravo competition. We hope that the students - and disbursements made by the UIL, and a printed ledger sheet is This will be a disappointment for whether they win or lose, whether available at any time showing the balance of accounts, deposits, No matter who them. Early this year, many students set they've competed in the pole vault or arid disbursements. their sites on the State Meet in Austin poetry interpretation - will conduct The UIL uses facilities provided by Intercollegiate Athletics advances, all as their ultimate goals, and nothing themselves with dignity and grace. short of it will be good enough. We As much as anything, the best for state tournaments, paying only for labor, set-up fees and participants win admire and appreciate these young lesson learned fromcompetitio n is that utilities, the same as the University athletic teams. people for setting such high standards. we must work as hard as we can, hope for Just as importantly, UT provides classrooms for the UIL state In the daysand weeks ahead, thou­ However, we hope that their dis­ the best, but be prepared for anything. academic meet, one of the fall Student Activities Super Confer­ That's how life is. sands of Texas students will converge appointment in failing to achieve this ences, the ILPC state convention and summer workshop, and the upon college campuses across the state goal will not obscure the fact that there We wish all the competitors, their TSSEC competition. to compete in UIL regional academic is no shame in coming up short, so long coaches and sponsors our congratula­ and athletic contests. as they have played by the rules and tions and best wishes, and we look for­ All of these services and facilities are a great savings to the These contests will be among the given their best. This may sound trite in ward to seeing many of you in Austin in public schools of Texas. - Bailey Marshall. most important events of their high this day and age, but we still believe it. May.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Leaguer, Box 8028, UT Station, Austin, TX 78713. Chair: Richard Cohagen, Gunter ISD. 1 st Vice chair, Virgil Dr. Bailey Marshall, director; Dr. William D. Tiemann, Columbia -Brazoria ISD; 2nd Vice chair, Robert Forney, assistant director and director of athletics; EDITOR Ryan, Seminole ISD; Pat Wisdom, academic director; Charles (ISSN 0897-4314) Dr. Bailey Marsholl 5A - Bill Graves, San Angela ISD; James Terry, Mesquite Breithaupt, assistant athletic director; Peter UIL Director ISD; Wayne Schaper, Spring Branch ISD; Victor Rodriguez, Contreras, assistant to the athletic director; Treva The Leaguer is the official publication of the San Antonio ISD; 4A - Ben Gilbert, Stephenville ISD; David Dayton, assistant academic director (speech and University Interscholastic League. The Leaguer is MANAGING EDITOR Montgomery, Waxahachie ISD; Virgil D. Tiemann, Columbia- debate, elementary/junior high contests); Cynthia distributed to Texas public school administrators, Bobby Hawthorne Brazoria ISD; Byron Steele, J , Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Doyle, assistant athletic director, contest directors, coaches and sponsors, the media, Assistant Director of Academics ISD; 3A - Robert Ryan, Seminole ISD; Justin Wakefield, Frisco- Richard Floyd, director of music activities; and to other interested parties. The UIL office is ISD; Bill Shaver, Belfville ISD; Newell Woolls, Hondo ISD; 2A - Bobby Hawthorne, assistant academic director located at 2622 Wichita, Austin, TX 78705 (512/ STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Larry Butler, Spearman ISD; Dan Owen, Holliday ISD; Gene (journalism, current issues and events); Lynn 471 -5883). Letters, inquiries and changes of address W. Whitsell, Troup ISD; Bennie Wolff, Slockdale ISD; A - Bill Murray, one-act play director; Bonnie Northcutt, should be sent to UIL, Box 8028, UT Station, Austin, TX Chairman: Dr. Bob Caster, Supt., Palestine ISD; R. Mayfield, Happy ISD; Johnie Reeves, Christoval ISD; Richard assistant to the director; C. R. Daniel, assistant to 78713-8028. Alberto Byington, Supt. Brooks ISD, Falfurrias; Ms. Cohagen, Gunter ISD; Jack Flinn, Round Top-Carmine ISD. the director; George Carlisle, assistant to the The Leaguer is published eight times yearly by Sandra Lowery, Supt., Slocum ISD; Dr. Teresa L. Long, Atfarge members: Vidal Trevino, Laredo ISD; Jill Shugart, director; Rachel Seewald, public information Texas Student Publications. It is published monthly, Austin; Ms. Carrie McAffee, Principal, District 9, Garland ISD; Charles Herbert, Houston ISD District 10; Pead officer. September through May, with the exception of a Houston ISD; Ms. Virginia Stacey, Supt. Lackland ISD; Trimble, Amarillo ISD, Manny Soto, Ysleta ISD, Robert Payton, Diana Cardona, spring meet materials director; combined January/February issue. There are no Mr. Greg Sherwood, athletic director, Lubbock ISD; Dallas Skyline; Elizabeth Treodway, Slidell ISD; Esperanza Dr. Nelson Patrick, music director emeritus. issues in June, July or August. Mr. Travis Spears, Levelland; Mr. George Vaults, Zendejas, Brownsville ISD. One year's subscription is $8. Second class Bryan. postage paid in Austin, TX.

I Page 2/ETCETERA: April-' "4 The value of a contest is not just to mirror current practice or measure the status quo. ON THE STATE OF MUSIC EDUCATION meeting an opposing view head-on and many years ago there was even debate DISSECT It is rare that I use this space simply to muse over several about whether or not intonation should in a positive fashion forces us to evaluate THIS topics orwrite in the firstpersonforthatmatter, butforsome our personal stance and in some cases be a factor in the contest! In any case, modify that stance based on new history reveals that the contest has Alvin reason as I begin this column I feel the urge to do both. information and/or changing conditions. evolved not only to mirror the changing Toffler, in his Or, on the other hand, the exercise priorities of our educational system, but forward to Several thoughts are on my mind and perhaps this is a good might just as likely serve to strengthen also to challenge us to set higher physicist llya time to share them. our current beliefs and give us focus for standards and create greater expectations the vision that we hold for for our students. Prigogine's PRIDE IN OUR PROGRAMS our students and programs. In summary, the value of a contest book Order Out It seems that in any given year I In either case, the exercise is not just to mirror current practice or Of Chaos stated have the good fortune to travel around will not have been in vain measure the status quo. Of equal, if not the following: our state, and to many other areas of the or one of frustration since it greater, importance is the potential of "One of the nation as well, to appear as guest Mchaid afforded us the opportunity the event to challenge and inspire. If most highly conductor for various honor bands, Floyd to modify or expand the music competition is to serve a true developed skills present workshops on conducting and breadth and depth of our educational function, it must meet both in contempo­ wind music or serve as a clinician and/or beliefs. of these objectives. rary Western adjudicator. One of the fringe benefits I must constantly civilization is of these journeys (about 30,000 miles a remind myself that one's A WORD ON PASSION dissection: the year!) is the opportunity to meet and greatest periods of growth are I recently had the good fortune to work with directors and music educators curriculum can and should mesh with often preceded or accompanied by serve on two discussion panels with some split-up of throughout the country. In doing so, I the constantly changing fabric of public discomfort or adversity. How we meet of the most significant leaders in our problems into find out a great deal about the strengths, school education. As you well know I such challenges will determine the profession including Frank Battisti from their smallest weaknesses and priorities of the have been known to address many of benefits, or lack of same, that we will the New England Conservatory, H. possible programs over which these teachers these same issues myself! det ive from the experience. Robert Reynolds from the University of components. preside. I also find out how much these Let me quickly say that it is easy to Michigan, Craig Kirchhoff from the We are good at people admire and respect the quality understand how opinions that are THE ROLE OF THE UIL University of Minnesota and Allan if. So good, we and comprehensivness of public school McMurray from the University of counter to our personal vision can be IN THE MUSIC PROGRAM often forget to music in Texas. Colorado. These gentlemen, with all of viewed in a negative light. After all, Section 1100 (a) of the UIL put the pieces Constitution and Contest Rules clearly their years of experience, clearly In nearly every case, what I see and these opinions are contrary to our back together beliefs and suggest that our priorities are states the purposes of the UIL music maintain a high level of enthusiasm for hear as I travel tends to reinforce my again." (Toffler pride in our music programs and the not looked on with favor by other contests as follows: "to provide statewide music and for teaching. As we discussed wonderfully dedicated directors (band, parties. In many cases these challenging music competitions that foster high and debated various issues, I could not 1984) choir and orchestra) that I count as my positions are seen as an outright threat performance standards, nurture aesthetic help but note that one of the common colleagues throughout the state. We are to our professional well being. Not a development and reinforce the many dominators that was observable in each blessed with talented teachers, a good feeling! At such a juncture, we functions of music within the society." of the panel members was a passion for supportive spirit towards one another have two options. I recently went back and reread this life. No, not just a passion for music, and a long standing tradition of musical First we can either assign little statement after hearing a comment to "the job", or the next concert but a excellence. In the midst of turmoil that credibility to the other point of view or the effect that the music contest should genuine passion for everyone and surrounds our concerns about funding, dismiss the contrary opinion entirely as only mirror how the majority of everything that was a part of their life block scheduling and other pressing being uninformed, irrelevant or based directors teach. This comment puzzled experience. I can't help but feel'that this issues, we must not forget that we are on invalid information. We can even me a bit since I always felt that this was intense passion for life is what makes indeed fortunate. It is so important that react in a negative fashion and simply only half of the equation. Yes, contests them leaders and musician/teachers of we never take the wonderful environ­ attack the position from our personal should measure what the teachet is doing the highest order. It should be a ment we enjoy for granted or lose our bias. Such action might vent our in the classroom but if our intent is to challenge to all of us to make time in our vision for the future as we attempt to frustration, but it does little to measure foster high performance standards, the lives to fuel the passion and keep the deal with the immediacy of today's the significance of the issues addressed or contest should also serve to guide and "magic" that is so important if we are to problems. to determine if there is common ground mold the priorities that shape our have true meaning in the lives of our on which to debate the issue at hand. instructional scheme and influence what students. and how our students are learning as There is general agreement that it WHAT DO WE DO well. WHEN OUR BELIEFS ARE is human nature to become comfortable FINALLY, SOMETHING CHALLENGED? with our personal philosophy and It seems to me that contests have TO THINK ABOUT In recent months I have been priorities. This is especially true if we do always had a direct impact on what we Many years ago there was a radio keenly interested in the steady flow of not challenge ourselves; or, accept the do and how we do it. If that were not station in Dallas that each hour or so addresses and articles from both inside challenge of others. If we accept this the case, we would still be doing block featured a short statement of wisdom that and outside our profession that have point of view, there can clearly be a drill with required maneuvers and the was intended to provoke thought or challenged many of our beliefs concern­ second kind of response to a position concert halls on the day of contest would reflection in the minds of its listeners. I ing what we perceive to be important that is contrary to or in conflict with our still be filled with the sounds of recently ran across one of those kinds of Olivadotti overtures and Yoder novelty about our programs, the priorities that beliefs. We can literally view such a statements that perhaps has meaning for tunes. I am told, but have no factual drive these programs and how music threat to our "comfort zone" as an many of us. It appears to the right of this information to substantiate it, that instruction in a performance based music opportunity for growth. Many times article. Think about it.

By RICHARD FLOYD contest. be entered in state. formers when submitting the state entry Clarifying Questions have arisen recently re­ This achievement qualifies that The act of making major changes in order to reach the maximum number garding who may participate in a Me­ particular event and its members to per­ in instrumentation, voicing or student of 24; or, in other cases, entering a totally medium ensemble dium Ensemble at the State Solo and form at TSSEC. In unavoidable circum­ participants is unacceptable. There have different ensemble. Such practices do Ensemble Contest. A medium ensemble stances such as illness or eligibility prob­ been some reports of directors having an not result in a legal entry. qualification qualifies for TSSEC in the same fashion lems, a substitution may be made but ensemble of less than 24 members (some­ For further clarifications, please do as any solo or small ensemble entry. It essentially the same performers who times as few as 12) qualify at the region not hesitate to contact the UIL office. earns a division I rating at the region earned the Division One at region should contest and then adding additional per­ • Page 3/MUSIC: April, 1994 A message to the senior class of 1994

• They may seem a little corny That evening you'll join the rest of your class roll, television, or much of anything else you might but trie concluding rituals in the library or some other holding cell to don the have the faintest interest in. Chances are, he'll be ceremonial robes. There'll be lots of jokes about either a local politician, an insurance salesman or of high school are important Bobby the silly hats and speculations as to who is and is an ex-athlete, and he's probably delivered the not wearing anything underneath their gowns. same address two or three times before. The Dear High School Seniors: Hawthorne And of those who are, then what? principal always calls him when the other guy A few guys will write or pin slogans like "Do cancels at the last minute. In a few weeks, you will do in body what they the Bartman" or "Why ask Why f on their mortar­ Either way, he'll tell you how proud he is to did in spirit around the middle of February. boards. Two or three girls will walk around, have been chosen to stand before you on such a That is, graduate. with a baccalaureate service. It's generally sched­ hugging people they hardly know and blubbering solemn occasion. Then he'll tell you the story of Your teachers, well aware of this, are prepared uled at sunrise - just in time for you to get home about how they're going to miss everyone. Gener­ his life on the county commissioner's court, in to make this final two weeks as difficult as possible and change into a clean, white shirt. It is not a ally, they're the ones who 10 years later still live insurance or football or all three and express hope so that you'll have second thoughts about ever coincidence that most executions are scheduled at two blocks from the school and coordinate class you can discern something meaningful from it. returning. sunrise as well. But that's another story. reunion activities. They won't be any better liked You won't. Though the chances are remote that you'll The baccalaureate service will be held in the then than now. In due time, he'll finish, you'll clap politely learn anything in these final 14 days, you'll be auditorium. The lights will be dimmed. Onstage, Soon enough, the class sponsor will show up and then the task of reading names begins. Before expected to attend class, turn in various assign­ a woman will crank out mournful hymns on a and order you to quiet down and come to some you know it, you'll cross the stage, shake a hand or ments and suffer through a barrage of final exami­ Wulitzer organ. After an hour or two of this, a semblance of decorum. You'll queue up and march two, collect your d iploma and return to your chair. nations. Hopefully, you'll survive these late-hour local religious leader will address you on the mean­ into the auditorium where the community has Despite your greatest fears, you won't trip on the attempts to civilize you. If so, the school board, ing of life, the fate of mankind and your specific assembled to inspect the latest product of its largest stairs. Someone will, but it won't be you. administration, faculty and staff will take some role in the greater scheme of things. You will be industry. For reasons completely unknown and Finally, the same woman who played the measure of pride and relief that you have success­ expected to sleep through this. foreign, you'll feel a swell of pride as you parade organ earlier in the day will pound out "Pomp and fully completed the state-mandated requirements During the remainder of the day, aunts and down the aisles. Circumstances," and you'll march back out of the for graduation and have thus qualified for a high uncles will arrive from great distances to witness But just as you being to think that maybe this auditorium, to the library to shed the robes and on school diploma. the miracle of your graduation. They will stand in won't be so bad after all, you'll be treated with one to the cafeteria for cake and punch. Surrounded by This, my friends, is where they get you. line to make wise cracks about the improbability final indignity: the commencement address. It'll family, friends and other gawkers, you'll experi­ School people are a crafty lot, the result of of the occasion. You'll receive greeting cards that be presented by a man who really wasn't the ence a distinct loneliness you've never felt. years of being overworked and underpaid. They show an Indian chief saying, "Me hear'um you speaker they wanted but is filling in because the Fortunately, it goes away as you get on with figure they have one last shot at you and they take graduate." When you open it, it'll ask, "Howf other guy canceled at the last minute. the business of life, only to return briefly later in life it. It's called "commencement" and it's usually There won't be cash or check enclosed, Either way, it'll be someone the principal or when you thumb through your yearbook or at­ held the morning after the all-night senior bash. though you'll scrape through the envelope three superintendent thought would be interesting and/ tempt to explain to your child what it was like to In some cases, Commencement Day begins or four times looking for either. or inspirational. He won't have ties to rock and be 17-years old way back when. Hard to believe but summer workshop only 2 months away Barely does one publications year end when the second begins. Even though staffs are WORKSHOP FACULTY DEATH BY CHEESEBURGER working furiously to finish yearbooks and publish one or two final issues of the newspapers, schools Newspaper classes will be taught by are already making plans to attend summer Bob Button of Grosse Point, MI; Howard Freedom Forum publishes first comprehensive examination publications workshops, Spanogle of Asheville, NC; Mary Pulliam The deadline for enrolling in the ILPC of Duncanville; Rob Melton of Portland, of high school journalism since 'Captive Voices' Summer Publications Workshops is June 1. OR; and John McCartney of Austin. Death by Cheeseburger: High School Journalism in the 1990s and Beyond, is available Advisers interested in enrolling students in the The yearbook sequence will include free from the Freedom Forum while supplies last. The book, which is the first desktop publishing and photography sequences Bruce Watterson of Arkadelphia, AR; Rick comprehensive report on high school journalism in 20 years, is a national report by a are advised to send in their applications as soon Hill of Amarillo; Randy Vonderheid of team of seasoned journalists. as possible since these slots are limited and will Garland; Terry Nelson of Muncie, IN; fill quickly. Laura Schaub of Norman, OK; Judy Babb The title stems from the experiences of North Carolina adviser Kay Phillips, who Only 1993-94 ILPC member schools may of Dallas; Gary Lundgren of Fayetteville, in 1972 took the newspaper adviser position at North Vance High School. The year enroll students in the desktop publishing and AR; and Kem Brossman of Houston. before, the school paper had been discontinued after administrators were dissatisfied photo sequences, although enrollment in the The photo sequence will be taught by with several articles, including a feature about the cafeteria food titled Death By general yearbook, newspaper and adviser's Sherri Taylor of Syracuse, NY; Bob Malish Cheeseburger. In taking the job, Phillips was forced to submit all paper contents to sequences is open to all schools. of Canon, USA in Dallas; and Mark - administrators prior to publications. However, over the years, Phillips and her staffs The workshop, June 24-28, will again Murray of Arlington. attended scholastic journalism conferences and struggled for years to improve the feature one of the nation's most prestigious The desktop sessions will be taught by publication, freeingi t from administrative restraints while winning numerous state, faculties. "Members of the faculty are selected Dow Tate and Bradley Wilson, both of region and national awards. The book's tide represents how far scholastic journalism based on their record of advising outstanding Dallas, and the adviser's sequence will has come, and how much farther it has to go. Phillips is now director of the North publications and motivating and teaching again be taught by Lorraine Reuther of students," workshop director Bobby Hawthorne Alpena, MI. Carolina Scholastic Press Association. said. It chronicles the rewardsan d the frustrations of the struggle to keep journalism "Since its inception, the ILPC workshop alive in American high schools. A broad collection of stories about dozens of towns has had as its central mission the preparation of friendship and a professional network that and cities across the USA, Death by Cheeseburger tells of money shortages, editorial students to produce outstanding newspapers and continues long after the workshop has ended." restrictions, and inadequately trained teachers among other obstacles facing today's yearbooks," he added. "It is our goal to develop Registration is $190 for newspaper, high school newspapers. yearbook, desktop and adviser's sequences and refine their skills, whether the students are It also catalogues successes: deadlines met, tough topics tackled and new tech­ beginning reporters or second-year editors." (based on double occupancy in Jester Residence niques mastered by a small but persistent band of students and advisers. The book Hawthorne said it is most gratifying that Hall) and includes tuition, room and board. also includes 12 brief recommendations that the Freedom Forum says needs to be many schools return to ILPC each summer. Photography registration is $210. Special rates "We take special pride in the fact that most for single rooms are also available. addressed when beginning assessments of individual programs. of the schools represented at this year's For registration materials and/or more Single copies of Deathby Cheeseburger are available free to high school journal­ workshop will have been with us for several information, write ILPC, Box 8028, UT ism teachers, advisers or daily newspaper editors while supplies last. To order, call 1- years," he said. "Students and advisers from Station, Austin, TX 78713-8028 or FAX 512/ 800-830-FREE(3733). these schools have developed a bond of 471-5908. Additional copjesare available for purchase for $14.95 after April 1.

• Page 4/JOURNAUSM: April, 1994 Like butter CROSS-EXAMINATION DEBATE TOPIC

C-X state meet was smoothest ever to be used jar 1994-95 The Cross-Examination State Meet was slightly larger than ever, with 257 teams compet­ RESOLVED: That the United States government ing in 508 rounds. This year we had new kinds of problems, such workers drilling holes in the con­ should substantially strengthen regulation of crete walls of classrooms where debates were sched­ immigration to the United States. uled, or lights not working in an interior classroom in the Graduate School of Business. Dsaytoit On the other hand, we had by far the smooth­ est meet ever in terms of problems or protests over rules violation. I'd like to offer my sincere appre­ ciation to debaters for being more conscious of lution for the 1994-95 school year. In the problem Schedule set for fall UIL regulations and for the professional decorum area of immigration, the resolution chosen by of coaches throughout the tournament. And thanks Texas and a majority of voting states is: Resolved: to the dozens of students and adults that volun­ That the United States government should sub­ teered to serve as timekeepers. stantially strengthen regulation of immigration to activities conferences Next year we'll be even larger, since two the United States. As with the health insurance teams will advance to State regardless of the num­ topic, this is a debate resolution that will require UIL academic directors and contest consult­ tive programs ber of district entries. We hope to work out some students to keep up-to-date with events and gov­ ants will visit four university campuses next fall as SCHEDULE for each site will of the logistical problems we've encountered, and ernment actions throughout the entire debate part of the 1994 Student Activities be mailed to the be prepared for another Texas-sized debate tour­ year. Briefs from summer camps are likely to be­ SuperConference schedule. Host sites for the SEPTEMBER 24: schools in Sep­ nament next March. But before that, we look come obsolete more quickly than ever. conferences will be the University of North Texas, The University of North tember and Oc­ forward to seeing many of you at the Academic There will be a session devoted to the analysis Sam Houston State University, Texas Tech Uni­ Texas tober, and final State Meet in May! of the resolution and potential case areas at the versity, and The University of Texas at Austin. OCTOBER 1: programs will UIL speech coaches' workshop in Austin July 29- The purpose of the conferences is to acquaint The University of Texas be available at 1994-95 C-X Debate Resolution 30. Please see the registration form in this Leaguer, students, teachers and contest coaches with the at Austin each site. The National Federation of High School and note that registration by April 15 will save you UIL academic program in general and specific OCTOBER 22: Srj£jjfitlUS Associations has announced the C-X debate reso­ $5 on the workshop fee. contests in particular. Sam Houston Slate arescheduledto With a mini-convention format, the University minimize con­ SuperConferences feature lectures and presenta­ OCTOBER 29: flicts with SAT 1994 C-X Debate State Meet Results tions by UIL contest directors, college professors Texas Tech University and ACT tests, and high school teachers. Sessions will include band contests CONFERENCE 1A - Wylie: Chad Stafford/Melissa Frei; and Gilmer: discussions on contest preparation, demonstra­ and state conventions and to maximize participa­ 1st - Lindsay: Darren Hundt/Tanner Jason Steelman/Rhesa Finley. tions, performances, and contest administration. tion by the finest students and teachers in Texas. Neidhardt; 2nd - Jayton: Stephanie Holder/DeDe CONFERENCE 4A Students may choose from novice and advanced Pre-registration is not tequired, and there is no fee Freemyer; 3rd - Munday: Heather King/Danette 1st - Clear Brook-Friendswood: Joshua sessions in some academic areas, as well as small- for attendance. Owens, and Knippa: Jessica Ramirez/Amanda Leamons/Elizabeth Tsai; 2nd - Waco Midway: group sessions in specific UIL activities. Many districts also offer in-service credit to Jucknies. Brad Kolb/Peter Wi vagg; 3rd - Gregory-Portland: "For example, in the journalism area, we will teachers who attend the conferences. CONFERENCE 2A Robert Jones/Brad Russell; and Friendswood: Tony briefly discuss contest rules, eligibility and spring "Rarely do teachers or students have an op­ 1st - Stratford: Sarah Graham/Hollie Golz/Julie Seidel. meet structure," journalism director Bobby portunity to hear from such outstanding educators Husmann;2nd-Quitman: Oliver Ed wards /Phillip CONFERENCE 5A Hawthorne said. "However, 90 percent of the at any price," UIL academic director Pat Wisdom Clark; 3rd - Harmony (Gilmer): Susie Fannin/ 1st - Grapevine: Jon Hines/Chris Brasure; programming will be devoted to improving stu­ said. "The fall conferences are one of most impor­ Aaron Young, andThorndale: Philip Stroud/Frank 2nd - San Antonio MacArthur: Matthew Riddle/ dent writing, whether it's news, editorial, feature tant services provided by the League, and I hope Felton HI. Charles Leykum; 3rd - The Woodlands or headline writing." teachers and students will make every effort to CONFERENCE 3A McCullough: Kim Barr/Mike Patton; and Hous­ The SuperConferences begin at 9 A.M. and attend. They are without doubt one of the'best 1st - Sealy: Tammy Ward/Casey Boehm; ton-Jersey Village: Jared Caplan/Mike Roseberry. end at 3 P.M. with at least a one hour lunch break. ways to get your high school academic and one-act 2nd - Van: Tracy Henderson/Taylor Garrett; 3rd One-act play sessions continue until 4 P.M. Tenta- play programs off the ground."

TOPICS SELECTED FROM DISTRICT WEEK II INFORMATIVE PERSUASIVE

1. How do George W. Bush and Ann Richards differ on major political issues? Has the religious right had undue influence on education in Texas? 2. Why is crime a major election issue in Texas? Should Texans expect massive mud-slinging in the upcoming campaign for governor? 3. What were the big stories from the NCAA basketball tournament? What should the US government do to resolve the trade imbalance with Japan? 4. Where does the Clinton budget make cuts to pay for his priority projects? What should the US do in response to North Korea's potential nuclear threat? 5. What has been the courtroom history of the Branch Davidian defendants? Is the Clinton administration handling relations with China effectively? 6. How has Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders caused controversy? Is too much attention being paid to Whitewater? 7. Historical elections: What's the story from El Salvador? Are the insurance industry's criticisms of Clinton's health care plan realistic? 8. What power struggles are taking place within the Russian government? What should the British government do about the IRA and Northern Ireland? 9. What have been the repercussions of the massacre at Hebron? Is Japan slipping in its role as an international economic giant? 10. A struggling nation: What problems does Ukraine face? Can South African elections lead to a stable democracy? 11. How is the race for the US Senate seat in Texas shaping up? Would a high-speed railway be a good idea for Texas? 12. How are legislators involved in the Whitewater investigation? Will the powerful tobacco lobby successfully thwart federal restrictions on smoking? 13. Beyond Whitewater; Where does the Clinton administration want public attention Whaf s wrong with the US Postal Service? focused? Is the F.C.C. exerting too much control over the cable industry? 14. In what ways are American smokers facing more restrictions? Will cuts in the military budget weaken America's international position? 15. US-China relations: What are the Clinton administration's priorities? How has Joycelin Elders performed as US Surgeon General? 16. What roles has Al Gore played in the Clinton administration? Will the Whitewater controversy derail Clinton's legislative agenda? 17. What is Alan Greenspan's plan to prevent inflation? Can Israeli and Palestinian leaders negotiate an effective peace agreement? 18. What is Japan doing to bolster its ailing economy? Is Algeria headed for civil war? 19. What conflicts are arising over elections in South Africa? 20. How is NATO adjusting its agenda to a changing world?

• Page 5/ACADEMICS: April, 199^4 It's an HONOR! Deadline lor honor crew applications nearing

tate Meet One-Act Play Honor Crew applications are due! If you're as far behind as 1 am, you T ,._ don't know where to findth e form. You'll find it with your eligibility Lynn notice information and pink critic judge questionnaire for zone or Mimay district. Please DO NOT FAX the application. The deadline is April 11, but the postmark will count the same as the FAX date. The working THE MUSIC machine is miles away and a FAX will take just as placing OAP language and action considered pro­ OF THE NIGHT long as the mail to reach us. fane or obscene under local control seemed to be Denny Berry, dance • Yes, the UIL drama office is still moving. As working well until last week. captain of the New York of this writing we are at the old Wichita site, but I have recently heard stories of directors production of Phantom of progress is being made. The walls are up and the making major revisions in scripts and others being the Opera, will be a special doors are hung. The new UIL drama space is terminated over play choice. The intent of the guest artist during the UT- scheduled to be completed by April 10 and the OAP Standards rule was to place the decision at Austin Department of move is anticipated April 11-12. This is Monday the local level mote in keeping with the Supreme Theatre and Dance musical after area meets and we will likely be out of contact Court decision dealing with that issue. theatre and choreography during this period. If you can't reach us, you know I've heard screams of censorship in one di­ workshop for secondary the reason. school theatre directors, rection and lack of control in the other. It seems June 19-24. We have a new FAX number, 512/471 -7388, that we are going through another one of those and a computer modem. The trick is to make it cycles. I'm sure that the UIL committee of the work. It should be operational before we move and Texas Educational Theatre Association 'Phantom' dance captain to be guest artist hopefully functional by regional meet time. This Adjudicator's Organization and the Legislative will make it possible for those advancing to the Council/Academic Committee will hear different during summer theatre workshop, June 19-24 State Meet OAP FAX access for program copy. If points of view. Be prepared. not, we will continue to use 512/471-5908 for Denny Berry will be a special guest artist and the critically acclaimed Dreigrosc/ien Oper emergency ONLY situations. We will not be able HERE AND THERE during the UT-Austin Department of Theatre among others. Cutrently Berry is Dance Captain to FAX pictures from this office since it is a I have had numerous calls about a variety of and Dance musical theatre and choreography of the New York production of Phantom of the computer modem. subjects. This is a "share the answer" list for the workshop for secondary school theatre directors Opera and serves as Production Dance Supervisor future. Audio, video, cameras of any type record­ June 19-24. for all U.S. touring companies of the show. Dancer-choreographer Berry danced in both Berry is married to Steve Barton, a UT- ETHICS ARTICLE VITAL ing or taking pictures during OAP violates copy­ University and Austin Civic Ballet productions as Austin and Summer Theatre Workshop ex who I urge all of you to take time to read the March right laws and shall not be allowed. Smoking a UT-Austin student. In Europe she appeared in created the role of Raoul and followed Michael issue of Texas Theatre Notes. "Ethics: Perceptions tobacco products violates Texas laws. You must such shows as West Side Story, On the Town and La Crawford in the title role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's and Reality" by Dr. Marian Castleberry is an substitute or delete. Play scripts are permitted CageauxFolies. She choreographed Irma la Douce Phantom of the Opera. especially vital article because the concepts ex­ offstage. pressed are essential to the continued positive Yes, actors may refer to scripts in the off-stage relationship between OAP companies and critic areas. Nobody shall prompt from off-stage. Points judges. We must work together toward common toward district championships are not given for LETTER TO THE EDITOR goals if we expect to use competition as a means of OAP zones. Characters/names left off OAP eligi­ motivating excellence in education and theatre. bility forms may be added in the same fashion as Critique was positive part of OAP experience I also urge you to follow the examples set by "substitutions," page 104 in the Constitution & Contest Rules. Scenic items or unit set elements those participating in this program. If you can find As a first-time director of the One-Act Play I found Mr. J ames Carlson's critique of your copy of this article or borrow from a colleague, may not be located in the auditorium. Runge's play to be professional and beneficial for the cast and for me. His evaluation of let me know. I will photocopy mine. I urge you to re turn your critic judge question­ JUNIOR HIGH OAP RULES the play and of the actors was centered on being as positive as possible-with the areas that naire for each OAP level. The TET AAO Admin­ There is a great deal of confusion about the needed improvement as well as the ones that were satisfactory. istration Committee looks forward to reading your UIL junior high one-Aact play contest. High This positive attitude was very helpful for the following three reasons. First, his comments. school OAP directors and administrators are urged comments about Runge's performance, including the other schools, helped me im­ I'm not so concerned about "sour grapes" as I to help their colleagues. The rules are the same mensely because I gained constructive feedback on ways to better direct next year's play. am about the percentage of tesponses. The State except for the entry (enrollment) and deadlines Second, the constructive feedback also helped those students in my cast (and also those Meet OAP judges are recommended by the AO (dates). The Handbook for One-Act Play 12th ed. in crew) to know what stuff to watch out for next year. Third, Mr. Carlson's comments applies. The Approved Lists (short and longplays) after carefully reading all evaluations. If you want about the areas where my players needed improvement were not wounding to their to impact 1995 tecommendations and selections, must be used or play approvals submitted. Only feelings because he showed understanding of the amateur nature of the OAP contest. return the questionnaires. They do make a differ­ plays from the "Approved Publishers" list, page ence. They are also valuable when directors and 228 of the Constitution & Contest Rules, will be His statements were accurate, honest, and often humorous which helped my cast to contest managers ask me for recommendations. considered. Additions to the basic set must be accept their mistakes and feel okay with those mistakes. Finally, his statements where My views are impacted by your collective requested. Deadlines for play and set approvals the actors did well were honest and frank. These positive comments also allowed my cast evaluations. It is critically important for you to must be determined by the district. to know that there were good things in their performances which the judge liked. take time to provide positive support when a critic The mailings/info/applications for 32nd An­ Such a critique helped alleviate my cast's dread that their performances would be does an especially good job. Letters and TET AAO nual Summer Theatre Workshop sponsored by picked apart and criticized. Thus, they left with pleasant feelings about the whole nomination forms are a valuable support too. You the Dept. of Theatre and Dance at UT- Austin and experience of working on the one-act play for the 1993-1994 year. will find the form on page 44 of the OAP Hand­ . the two short term (UIL teachers and musical Sincerely, book. You will note that letters concerning OAP theatre) workshops have been mailed to all the­ issues often appear in this publication. atre teachers. High school students that age prior­ ity applicants have been mailed dated forms. If you LOCAL CONTROL WORKING are interested in any of the workshops or require Angela Starling This is the year for writing retractions dealing further details call. Runge One-Act Play Director with issues after the fact. The standards rule Best wishes to advancing OAP schools. We look forward to a gteat State Meet OAP May 5-7. • Page 6/DRAMA: April, 1994 Congratulations, thanks to region meet she hosts As district academic competitions draw to a close, winning competitors across the state hone their skills in preparation for regional competi­ tions to be held on April 22 and 23. Seventeen colleges and universities have graciously volun­ Fat teered to host academic regional meets this year. In addition to the college and university sites, Wisdom two independent school districts have taken on the challenge of organizing and hosting regional competitions. Northside 1SD, under the direction of Charlie Brown and Jane Wanke, continues to regional competition. Look for detailed proce­ provide an outstanding competitive environment dures for paying entry fees and contacting alter­ for students advancing in Region IV A AAA and nates, times and locations of events, and helpful AAAAA. Wimberley ISD, under the direction of informationaboutthecompetition. Because many superintendent Vernon Newsom, will host the school districts have more than three coaches and/ Region IV AA competition for the first time this or competitors who need access to this informa­ year. The UIL staff and the competing schools are tion, it will be important to have a designated grateful to this school district for volunteering person, such as the UIL academic or athletic time and resources in order that deserving young coordinator, photocopy pages and distribute them people may have a place to compete. to the various individuals who need them. New to regional sites this year, assistant con­ Remember that the first, second, and third test directors will be on hand in a number of events place individual winners, and the firstan d second to assist with technicalities of the contest as they alternate in each contest will be receiving a are needed. Assistants were nominated- by the "Winner's Packet" which will provide helpful in­ school districts in each region and randomly se­ formation about the State Meet to be held on May lected by the UIL staff. In addition to providing a 5-7 on the UT Austin campus. For each member resource for college professional staff directing the of a firstplac e advancing team, packets will also be contests, these positions are honorary in that the provided. The following will be included in this academic coaches were nominated on the basis of year's packet: individual event information, alter­ their expertise in the events for which they were nate information, campus map, activities in and chosen to serve. Assistants are to be congratulated around the UT campus, question and answer sheet, and thanked for their contributions to academic SuperConference flier, UIL press release, a tenta­ UNUKE ITS BASKETBALLS, WILSON'S CHECK WONT BOUNCE. Dove Terre, Southwest Regional Manager achievement. tive program, scholarship brochure, housing/hotel lor Wilson Sporting Goods Co., presents a $ 10,000 check to UIL Director Bailey Marshall during the girls' state Because some events in a few regions did not brochure, and a parking memo. basketball tournamentlas t month. Wilson contributes $10,000 annually to the Texas Interscholastic League receive assistant director nominations, these posi­ Sincere congratulations and best wishes to all Foundation, the scholarship program of the UIL. Wilson is also the exclusive supplier of UIL stale championship tions were left vacant. Feedback from school competitors who advance to regional and state game balls in football, tennis, basketball, golf, Softball and baseball. districts concerning the use of assistants this year competitions. May your experience with UIL be will help to determine whether or not these addi­ as Christopher Marquiss, TILF Lloyd T. Jones PASS THEM ON. With the regional meets just days away, principals and tions were beneficial and whether or hot to con­ Scholarship recipient, so aptly put it, "School tinue this program next year. helped me with UIL and UIL helped me with superintendents are reminded to make certain that coaches, sponsors and regional By now school districts should have received school; and UIL helped me with life. I learned meet qualifiers receive copies of regional programs. These programs are mailed each three handbooks from their regional sites. The from my mistakes and became very constructive. I spring to school administrators. handbooks contain information for spring meet learned to win fairly, lose with honor, and return athletic and academic competitors advancing to my pride to my school." UIL Academic Regional Spring Meet Sites and Directors University Region IV, AAA Region I, A Region I, AAAA Region II, AAA Region III, A Mathematics Department Dr. Emil A. Mucchetti Dean Jerry Barton Mr. Michael P. Ryan Dr. Ron Huffstutler, Dean Dean Jim D. Campbell Huntsville, Texas 77341 Texas A & M University at South Plains College Angelo State University East Texas State University Kilgore College .(409) 294-1570, office Kingsville 1401 College Ave. P.O. Box 11015, ASU Division of Continuing Student Services Division Department of Language & Levelland, Texas 79336 Station Education 1100 Broadway Region III AAAAA Literature (806) 894-9611 ext. 360, San Angelo, Texas 76909 Commerce, Texas 75429- Kilgore, Texas 75662 Dr. Dean Evans and Mr. Campus Box 162 office (915) 942-2117, office 3011 (903) 983-8188, office Jerry Callahan Kingsville, Texas 78363 (903) 886-5919, office San Jacinto College (512) 595-2516, office Region I, AA Region I, AAAAA Region III, AA 8060 Spencer Mr. David Merrell Ms. Lynn Elms Region II, AAAA Dean Jerry Leard Pasadena, Texas 77505 Region IV, AAAA Abilene Christian Univer­ Texas Tech University Ms. Beth Stribling, Dept. of Tyler Junior College (713) 476-1811, office and Region IV, sity Room 161, Education/ Continuing Education Box 9020 (Evans) AAAAA ACU Station, Box 8365 Administration Bldg. University of North Texas Tyler, Texas 75711 (713) 476-1830, office Charlie Brown, Regional Abilene, Texas 79699 Lubbock, Texas 79409- Post Office Box 5344 (903) 510-2306, office (Callahan) Director (915) 674-2035, office 1071 Denton, Texas 76203- Address all correspon­ (806) 742-2350, office 0344 Region III, AAA and IV A Region IV, A dence to attention of Jane Region I, AAA (817) 565-3481, office Dr. John Harris, Dean of Blinn College (See Region III, Wanke Dr. Lee Buice Region II, AA Student Affairs Northside ISD AAA) Odessa College Mr. Brigido Lopez, Dir. of Region II, AAAAA Blinn College 5900 Evers Road 201 West University Special Programs Jack Thornton 902 College Avenue San Antonio, Texas Region IV AA Odessa, Texas 79764 Tarleton State University Baylor University Brenham, Texas 77833 78238 Vernon Newsom (915) 335-6412, office BoxT1009-Tarleton P.O. Box 97033 (409) 830-4150, office (210) 647-2264, office Site: Wimberley ISD Station Waco, Texas 76798- P.O. Box 1809 Stephenville, Texas 76402 7033 Region III AAAA Wimberley, Texas 78676 (817) 968-9488, office (817) 755-1921, office Dr. Max Coleman (512) 847-2414, office Sam Houston State I Page 7/ACADEMICS: April, 1994 A year later, former teacher misses students How to break tie for CI&E team runner-up position By BRADLEY WILSON it is the students who make teaching special. They [After all, I had been a conservative while at UT- are a special cast of characters. Austin. When I became a teacher, all of the The question of team substitutions Editor's note: Bradley Wilson left teaching Blake, Everett, and Kyle, the star players, sudden I was labeled a liberal.] in the current issues and events contest to accept a position with Taylor Publishing Com­ were in my first (and last) junior high publications My first yearbook editor, Amanda, was also surfaced during the district meets, pany in Dallas last year. He taught journalism class. Blake and Kyle were the smart ones. They there. She was one of my biggest disappointments particularly in terms of selecting the and advised publications at Wimberley and could complete their homework before it was teaching. She quit. I missed her. She wasn't the last runner-up team even though the Irving high schools. He isTaylor's marketing and assigned. Everett, a true gifted/talented student, person to quit my staff, and she wasn't the last I prospects of a runner-up team advancing electronic publishing specialist. was my first discipline problem. He spent more missed. But I did learn from her and a certain to the next round of competition are slim time in the hall and the office than he did in my counselor who convinced me that it wasn't my at best. For the last five months, the question I've class. Three years later, a lot more mature, they fault, and it wasn't Amanda's fault. It was both of As the rule now stands, a school been asked most often is, "Do you miss teaching?" really haven't changed all that much. our faults. may substitute an unlimited number of "There are aspects of it I miss," I would say. JJ was the inevitable Dennis to my Mr. Wil­ Gary and Lydia, my fellow rebels, were also members onto the team. Like in sports, "And there are many aspects I don't miss at all," 1 son. He's calmed down a little. there. Two of the best drama coaches I've ever the team earns the right to advance, would hastily add. And the latter list was always Courtney, one of my favorite editors, has met, they insisted on excellence, and they got it, regardless of who comprises the team. longer than the first. more talent in her little finger than most people just like Pat and Tom do with the band. That, Thus, the three students who comprised "What do you miss the most.7" comes a close ever use in their life time. Unlike most students, however, sometimes made them, and me, unpopu­ the team at the district level and who second. however, she's using it. lar with others. But boy was it good for the kids. earned the right to compete at region "That's easy - the students," I said, unsure Her contemporary, Angie, could be J.J.'s sis­ Some alumni made appearances too - Josh, could be replaced for any reason by three myself of what I meant - until last Saturday. ter. She's leading a tough group this year. She Perry, Alexis, Wesley, Chris, Christi, Barr and other persons. Last Saturday, I attended a 2A state semi­ hasn't calmed down one bit. Roy. For totally different reasons, a football game The League is how looking at the final football play-off game between the school at Ian also stood on the sidelines for the game. just wouldn't be the same without them. And Sara. possibility of changing the rule so that where I used to teach and some school 1 had never He's still taking pictures and, egads!, writing sto­ And Alyssa. And Jonathan. And Crista. And substitutions may be made only in cases heard of. The students on the field and in the ries, for the high school and for the local papers John. And Peter. And Matt. And Ryan. And BJ. of medical or other emergency. But such stands were more than just football players at too. And Kevin. And Kathryn. And Christine. a rule could not come into effect before another game. They were people that I first met Butch popped in for a cameo appearance As I was walking out the gate after a tough the 1995-96 school year. right out of college at my first job when they were with his best friend and dad and ended up shooting loss coming only after a field goal in the last five Thus, if it becomes necessary to in eighth grade. They were the people who were on the entire game. Just like old times. 1 remember seconds, Sarah, one of my former photographers break a tie for the runner-up team my first newspaper and yearbook staffs. And the meeting Butch at the firstpe p rally 1 ever attended promised she would call to catch up. "If I call and position, then follow the same procedure teachers and fans were the people who were my as a teacher. 1989. It was easy shooting, but 1 was say 'This is Sarah, one of your former photogra­ for breaking ties as outlined in Sec 932 friends for three years in a little town where playing a new role. Butch was playing in the band phers,' you'll remember me won't your (13) (B) (page 136) of the Constitution everyone knows everything about everybody. - percussion. It was perfect. He was a rebel, but he Yes, Sarah, I'll remember you. And I'll never and Contest Rules. A look around the field helped me to realize and I got along well. Perhaps I was a rebel too. forget what I liked best about teaching.

Speech/debate, academic workshop TILF SCHOLARS SPEAK OUT Academic coordinators and speech coaches are such topics as "Where to Begin: Duties of the U1L Coordi­ cordially invited to attend our first summer workshop nator," "Energizing Your UIL Program," "Rule Changes," designed especially for you. The workshop will be held "How to Engage Participation (students/faculty/adminis­ in the University Teaching Center on the University tration/community)," ;and "Submitting a Budget to the of Texas campus from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday, School Board." The speech sessions are designed to give July 29 and from 8:45 am to 11:30 am on Saturday, July orientation to the novice and rejuvenate the experienced 30. Sessions will focus on techniques to assist coordi­ coach. Workshops will cover all UIL speech and debate nators and speech coaches in the effective direction of contest areas, with information about resources and coach­ their programs. Sessions for coordinators will cover ing techniques.

UIL ACADEMIC COORDINATOR / SPEECH COACH

Summer Workshop (July 29-30, 1994) ANDREW P.LAMBERT ANGELA tOWRY

REGISTRATION FORM UIL is a brilliant marriage My UIL academic experience Name: between competition and camarade­ has taught me that determination rie. One moment you'll be and hard work are great equalizers. ruthlessly battling it out on a Although I attended a small school, School: science test or across the podium at I had as much of a chance of a Lincoln/Douglas debate session — winning as the students from large Address: then, the very next moment (win, schools if 1 really had the desire to lose, or draw) you'll be in the win. Through my participation in UIL since second grade, I learned Summer Address:. hallways and lobbies meeting fellow competitors, discussing the about determination and dedica­ competitions, congratulating tion. However, as a member of my School Phone: victories, and wishing luck in the high school spelling team, I learned ' future. WOW! What an experi­ my greatest lessons. I learned how ence. I loved every moment. to work on and with a team and Home Phone: how to trust my teammates. Because of UIL, I am no Stranger to Andrew P. Lambert hard work. Furthermore, because of Rogers High School UIL, I got a chance to prove that Check: _ Coordinator Early Registration by April 15 Fee: $20 Houston Endowment Scholarship athletics is not the only avenue that . Speech / Debate Coach Registration after April 15 Fee: $25 leads to student success. Both Angela Lowry, Complete application and mail with check or money order toUIL Summer Workshop Coordinator, UIL, Box East Bernard High School 8028, UT Station, Austin, TX 78713-8028. Alamo Scholarship

I Page 8/ACADEMI^: April, 1994 Defending boys caqe champions is no sure shot

Three teams came to Austin last month as favorites and defending state champions to the 1994 UIL Boys' State Basketball Championships, but all three found out first hand how difficult it is to repeat. Laneville in Conference 1 A, Troup in Con­ ference 2 A and Dallas Lincoln in Conference 4 A all had visions of claiming that coveted state crown, but only Troup managed to advance to tie title game on Saturday. Nazareth did the honors in Conference 1A to Laneville, only to fall in the championship game to Lipan 62-60. Lipan, making its third state appearance, but firstsinc e 1959, posted a semifinal win over an undefeated Anderson-Shiro team. For the fifth straight year Troup reached the Conference 2A final, but the two-time defending champs ran into a buzzsaw in Krum, losing 56-45. The win by Krum allowed the Bobcats to avenge a 20 point loss to Troup two years ago in the PASSING ZONE. Senior center John championship contest. Perkins of Piano East passes the ball past Ferris found the going to its liking better the Willowridge's Andrae Chretien. Perkins second time around as the Yellowjackets claimed scored 12 points and pulled down 12 its firststat e championship in boys basketball with rebounds. Cretien scored si x points for the Eagles. a 84-66 win over Littlefield in Conference 3A. Ferris lost last year in the finals to Southlake FREE. NOT EASY. Willowridge senior Carroll. guard Leland Redmond lines up for a free Plainview won the Conference 4 A title with throw in the 5A final game against Piano a win over defending champions Dallas Lincoln in East. Redmond hit five of six from the free the semifinals and then a 54-52 victory over throw line and scored 12 points total. Austin Anderson on a last-second shot in the finals. Photos by JOEY UN. Sugar Land Willowridge "breezed through Conference 5A with a semifinal victory over Midland and a 50-44 win over Piano East in the finals. UIL/SOA relationship mutually beneficial

The SOA currently serves as the recognized • Required coaches and officials to register Annual Summer Clinic; SFOA Annual Meeting; officiating organization for UIL football, volley­ with the UIL SBOA Annual Meeting; SVOA Annual Meet­ ball, basketball, baseball, and soccer. The UIL • Stipulated that coaches ejected from a ing; SBUA Annual Meeting; SSOA Annual staff serves as ex-officio (non-voting members on contest (1208(h)) who have not attended a meet­ Meeting (or regional workshops); TABC April each of the above mentioned boards as well as the Charles ing be suspended from the next game/contest. Clinic; TBCA January Meeting. SOA board. Bfeidiaupt • Specified that officials who have not Preliminary work has been done with some UIL policies and rules concerning officiating attended one of these meetings not be permitted to video presentations. It is important to remember are established by the UIL Standing Committee work post district games and should not be used to that the UIL must approve the content of the on Athletics and the UIL Legislative Council. regular season contests. Any exceptions will be meetings to assure that basic concepts are im­ SOA representatives are always invited to these handled through the UIL office. parted to both officials and coaches. At officials' meetings to provide input. The SOA representa­ developed additional perimeters, including but • In response to a request by District 12 meetings there must also be a UIL representative tives do not have a vote during council sessions,, not limited to, reporting incidents at contests, AAAAA for the UIL to be the sponsoring agent (either a UIL staff member or a person designated but neither do the UIL staff members. reimbursement for state executive committee for officials, the athletic committee voted to "evalu­ by UIL to cover specific material). At coaches' The League has attempted to reserve part of meetings, selection of regional and state tourna­ ate the problem with officials," and, if the situation meetings, the UIL must approve an officials repre­ its council meeting schedule to address common ment officials, etc. is not improved, recommend to the Legislative sentative to assure the viewpoint of officials and official/coach problems. In some years, this seg­ The Constitution and Contest Rules, Section Council in October, 1995 that the UIL sponsor specific material dealing with the coaches/officials ment of time has been more extensive-dealing 1204 constitutes a formal disposition of require­ officials. relationship. with particular concerns that have arisen during ment for schools in their procurement of officials Currently, the League staff is working to set Project COPE (Coaches/Officials Positive the past year. for UIL contests. This section reflects many of the up a structute of officials/coaches meetings, semi­ Expectations) will be implemented in the Spring/ Currently on file are several written agree­ recommendations from the officials problems and nars, etc. These plans include provision for a script Summer of 1994 in preparation for the 1994-95 ments concerning the working relationship be­ solutions meetings over the past sixteen years. and specification of meeting content to officially school year and should become fully functional by tween the two organizations. One of these deals The Legislative Council in October, 1993 qualify a meeting as fulfilling the requirements of the summer of 1995. Within a 45 to 60 minute with the annual distribution of casebooks and rule passed several items relevant to officials: Section 1204(r). The possible meetings include, time segment we hope that enough pertinent books provided to the SOA organizations by the • Required coaches and officials to attend but are not limited to: information and interaction can be accomplished UIL Other memos and correspondence have meetings prior to the season. THSCA Annual Summer Clinic; TGCA to fulfill the dictates of 1204(r) C&CR.

• Page 9/ATHIETICS: April, 1994 Develop a working knowledge of UIL rules

• The success of activities This meeting is best scheduled prior to or at the school. The maximum penalty includes forfeiture beginning of school. If there is a significant of the game and suspension of your school in that depends on the integrity of number of participants, the UIL may send a staff sport. those who run them. Bill member to conduct the training. In addition, any person displaying unruly or • Develop a simplified, but direct, mes­ vulgar behavior can be ejected from the game. If As the end of this school year approaches, we sage on sportsmanship to be read prior to all home that person does not leave the contest, the officials pause to reflect on 1993-94- Each year we evaluate sports contests. can forfeit the game to the other team. Schools all activities, revise manuals and prepare for an­ • Treat the opponent as your guest. also have the authority to ban an individual from other year. It seems there are always a number of • Be sure your students are aware of proper other contests. new coaches, principals and superintendents who senior year. The basketball coach cuts the squad, conduct toward game officials. The payment of admission allows a person to are evolving to positions which require a working including the Mayor's son. The football team • Do not taunt, curse, or insult officials or enjoy the game, yell and cheer, get excited. It does knowledge of UIL rules. The Constitution and begins practice a day earlier that rules permit. A opponent. not entitle someone to get out of control, be Contest Rules, sports manuals and other informa­ fan confronts a referee and either verbally or • Respect-the officials, even if they are abusive, vulgar or profane. Stay off the field. Stay tional bulletins become a vital tool for their new physically abuses that official. bad. off the court. Let the students play the game. positions. While sifting irate parents through the office, • Do not verbally or physically confront Being a fan does not mean being a fanatic. Although other areas of the school are more the principal struggles to implement the academic an official before, during or after the contest. An educational contest can only be accom­ important than extracurricular activities, it is of­ year. No job description can prepare for this. • Leave officials alone; they will do the plished in a safe climate. Please take precautions ten one of these activities which presents a crisis There are some early steps which can ease the best job they can. to protect officials and treat them with courtesy. for the educator. pain—especially in extracurricular areas: If you are in violation of any of the above, The future of activities is dependent upon devel­ A student athlete accepts merchandise from • Be certain that your UIL sponsors and your school will be penalized. No matter what is oping and maintaining an adequate pool of offi­ a well-meaning patron. A cheerleader for her first coaches have a session on rules—both the eligibil­ done afterwards. No matter how much apology. cials. Do your job to make activities a positive three years in high school does not get elected her ity rules and rules in their assigned sport or activity. The minimum penalty will be a reprimand to your experience for both participants and officials. R-E-S-P-E-C-T Coaches should talk to their players the way they would like to be addressesd By R1CKI STEIN these coaches could be nasty in practices and have vide good exercise and develop skills such as hand- The lucky students who have positive, sup­ the kind of extreme self-control it would take to be eye coordination and good work ethics that are portive coaches and parents will find it eas'ver (From the May 1992 National Federation the complete opposite during a game. useful throughout life. We want children's enthu­ playing toward college scholarships because they News, and reprinted in the May 1993 League So why do athletes play for coaches who are siasm for sports to last a lifetime. Why then do we will enjoy the game as an extracurricular activity. Briefly, a publication of the Minnesota State High nasty? Good question. They don't have to go out have lots ofchildren , but few adults, playing sports?" Are your student athletes feeling good about School League) for school sports. They do it because sports are Good question. Perhaps the adults who themselves - and about you? Yes, some kids do supposed to be fun and because sports are supposed exercise played for coaches who treated them with need a push to stay on the right path, one that Out of the near-silence of a half-empty gym­ to help kids feel good about themselves. respect, or else they are adults who never played includes participation in healthy, constructive, nasium, a coach's voice booms. Who can feel good about herself after a coach scholastic sports. extracurricular activities. With the right balance "What's the matter with you? Go for the ball. has spent 40 minutes berating her for the mistakes Do athletic directors and principals have the of push, give-and-take, and trying to enjoy each Only one of them can shoot." she made in a basketball game - even if the team authority to speak to coaches about the way they other's efforts, parents, coaches and kids will feel The caustic comments manage to ensnare won? talk to players? The good about each other. players from both teams in an ugly web. • Coaches should talk higher-ups often attend It's embarrassing to go to games and sit be­ In another near-silent, one-quarter-filled gym­ to their players the way games, or parts of games; hind the benches listening to coaches berate play­ nasium, a coach calls time-out. Instead of speaking they would like to be ad­ but they must ignore the ers. I feel bad for the kids, and I feel bad fot the silently to his players, he yells, "We're running an dressed. Criticism is as good verbal blasts, because the coaches - because they can't be enjoying them­ Iowaset. What's the matterwith you people? Why How many coaches same coaches tend to re­ selves, either. They certainly sound miserable. can't anybody remember that? You people better have to listen to someone as money. Sometimes peat theit loud perfor­ Last week, the East Stroudsburg High girls get your act together or we'll be completely out of scream at them on a con­ the more you get, the mances game in and game played at Northern Lehigh, where home coach this ball game." tinual basis? Even parents out. Larry Parry delivered a loud, caustic comment as Embarrassed fans tend to grow quieter. or administrators who pres­ better off you are. I I've heard of a few the Cavaliers' Stacy Perryman stood on the free- throw line. The scenarios are typical; but, thankfully, sure the coaches to win learned that from my parents who take the ini­ they don't happen at every game. The sad part is deliver their thoughts - tiative to let coaches know "Why are you trying to boost her average V he that they happen at all. And while similar sce­ most of the time - in a civil eighth grade coach. what they think of their yelled to his players. narios may develop at boys' basketball games, they tone of voice. antics. To his credit, during a post-game interview, are often more noticeable at girls' games, where The Fall 1991 issue of Coaches tend to dis­ he brought up the incident, unprovoked. attendance is smaller, thus providing more room Tufts Medicine, Builetmo/the Tufts University Medi­ miss them as pushy parents. Instead, they might be "Please put in the paper that I apologize to for the voices to bounce off the walls. cal Alumni Association, was left on my desk. The parents who have spent 14 years boosting their Stacy," he said. "I shouldn't have said that. It was Is it appropriate for coaches to yell at their cover story is called "Sports and Kids, when fun is child's self-esteem, only to see it being shot down a mistake, in the heat of a moment. I like her. players ? Do they need to yell in order to get the best not in the game plan." by a coach. She's a terrific kid and a terrific player. No one's performance out of players? The story talks about the win-at-all-cost On several occasions, I have observed one perfect. We all make mistakes." Some coaches and fans might think so, but mentality that dominates youth and scholastic college coach, whose roster happens to be short And we usually know when we make them. many more probably agree that a coach's noisy, sports. It quotes Dr. Michael J. Goldberg, chair­ this season, constantly berate his players. These We don't need somebody screaming at us for nasty performance is out of line. man of orthopedic surgery at Tufts School of are intelligent students - why should they subject realization to set in. And we'd rather learn how to Naming coaches who fit the description isn't Medicine and chief of orthopedics at the New themselves to such treatment? For fun? That's not correct the mistake in the future through civil really necessary. They know who they are. England Medical Center. He calls the mentality my idea of fun. dialogue. Instead, it makes more sense to identify and the behavior that goes with it "a socially There are parents, too, who push kids in One former local coach once told me, "Criti­ coaches who treat theirplayers with respect. They acceptable form of child abuse." sports; and if they are reading this, I hope they ask cism is as good as money. Sometimes the more you talk quietly and calmly, pat their players on the The story also notes that approximately six themselves how important the big push is. get, the better off you are. I learned that from my back, point out mistakes in a civil manner - and million youngsters take part in interscholastic Is a college scholarship essential or is thete eighth grade coach." they are all successful. sports during a school year and about 20 million another way to find funding for college tuition, a The idea may be true, but how a coach Of course, it's difficult to know what goes on participate in other organized sports. route through which the child might derive more delivers the criticism is as important as how he spends his money. in practice, but it's just as difficult to imagine that Dr. Goldberg says, "Obviously, sports pro- appreciation of the college education or of herself? • Page 10/SPORTS: April, 1994 Variety is the spice of life PUBLIC REPRIMANDS The following personnel have been Threat of spoils specialization could destroy many high school programs issued a public reprimand and placed on probation for one year in accordance with Section 1208 (h) for being ejected from a Editor's note: The following appeared in parent. Most of the time parents don't benefit the MHSAA Bulletin, publication of the Michigan from the school's perspective and expertise in this contest for unsportsmanlike conduct: High School Athletic Association. area. Certainly at pre-season meetings or at post­ COACH, SCHOOL season banquets this issue could be addressed in Along with this, we must • SOCCER A generation ago most of the top high school some manner. Richard Pardo, La Porte Terry Waldrep, Chapel Hill HS athletes participated in a variety of sports. Now it encourage them to sample all Parents need to know the facts and related Terry Houston, Fort Worth Boswell HS appears that a trend toward specialization is occur- information on this issue. They need to know that Dale Cowser, Langham Creek HS activities - athletic and non- single sport athletics may prevent their children Don Smith, Silsbee HS ring that has people in many quarters concerned. John Briscoe, Dallas Kimball HS This trend toward specialization may be oc­ athletic - and to convince them from finding his or her best sport. They should Dan Heger, Temple HS curring for many reasons - media exposure given know that achieving el ite status in a sport is a long- Fred Steinkamp, Fort Bend Clements HS that a wide variety of activities Thomas Hinds, Rio Grande City HS elite performers, the possibility of making millions shot proposition anymore, with sports as competi­ Al Estes, La Marque HS of dollars as professional athletes, and the prolifera­ tive as they are. They should know that colleges Brian Cain, West Mesquite HS and opportunities is in their Karl Burwitz, Palestine HS tion of camps, clinics and non-school leagues that are cutting back on scholarships and athletic fi­ have increased instructional and playing opportu­ very best interest. nancial aid to student-athletes. • BASEBALL nities. . A 1991 survey of 2,000 graduating senior Robert Johnson, Barbers Hill HS boys and girls in the state of Washington indicated Brad Holcomb, Frenship HS Former NCAA Executive Director Dick Steve Stone, Wichita Falls Rider HS Schultz states, "...before you had high school ath­ participated in three sports in high school. Cer­ that 1.5 per cent of these seniors received athletic Kevin Matthews, Waller HS letes who participated in two or three sports. That scholarships. For example, in boys' sports 1.2 per Gary Lejarzar, Richland HS tainly many professional athletes indicate they Roel Olson, Rio Grande City HS isn't true anymore. Now you rarelyse e a two-sport played several sports in high school, as evidenced cent of the seniors who played football received Lou Prestidge, Mesquite HS athlete in high school. Everything is a 12-month scholarships, 1.9 per cent of seniors who played Joe Carrillo, El Paso Parkland HS by their histories. Kenny Kershaw, Marble Falls HS sport now. You have a high level of specialization Regardless, what can be done to address the basketball received scholarships, and 0.8 per cent Pat Loter, Marion HS and concentration, and this is out of whack." of senior wrestlers received scholarships. Danny Gex, Stratford HS threat of specialization that could destroy many Steve Drummond, North Hopkins HS Peter Relic, a school superintendent in Con­ high school programs? Certainly high school On the girls' side, 2.4 per cent of the senior Larry Cole, Forest Brook HS girls received basketball scholarships, 1.6 per cent Jorge Cabazos, Rio Grande City HS necticut, states that "specialization in one sport administrators, athletic directors, and coaches can Nick Junior, Mabank HS during the middle-level and high school years is at actively promote participation in many activities. of senior girls who played volleyball received schol­ Ronnie Wilson, Tatum HS variance with the basic philosophical premise of arships, and 1.4 per cent of senior girls received Dwight Patrick, Magnolia HS If the high school staff can cooperate and work Randy Hill, Abilene HS American education, which seeks to produce well together, they can certainly float initiatives to track scholarships. These results probably would Joe Sears, Henderson HS rounded individuals with interests and abilities in be closely approximated in all 50 states. Parents, Jimmy Webster, Floydada HS address this growing trend. Maybe a coaches' staff Casey Sanchez, South San Antonio West HS many areas." meeting with the athletic director that addresses as well as the students, need to know this type of Randy Lancaster, Brownwood HS information. Jim Long, El Campo HS On the other side of the equation, there are specialization issues might be in order. Maybe the Calvin Barber, CenterviUe HS signs that maybe specialization is not raising its school could initiate recognition programs that We all must cooperate to promote activities for the student. Along with this, we must encour­ • SOFTBALL ugly head as much as some would like to think. In reward two- and three-sport athletes. Maybe Sharon Reid, Lufkin HS a 1991 survey of 68 participants in a state of directives from the principal that encourage dia­ age them to sample all activities - athletic and Julie Goodman, Alvin HS Washington all-star football game, 30 per cent of logue in athletic programs about specialization non-athletic - and to convince them that a wide David Sine, Willis HS these players participated in two sports in high issues would be in order. variety of activities and opportunities is in their • FOOTBALL very best interest. David Bell, Tuloso-Midway High School school, and 57 per cent of these players said they One of the key players in this issue is the Les Davis, Lockhart High School John Gilliam, Estacado Junior High School Jimmy Irvtn, Hardin High School Len Angelone, Alvin High School A letter to my coaches: I'll remember • BASKETBALL Joe Nimick, Dallas Jefferson HS Allen Seay, Hamlin HS This letter reflects the experience of a student-about the rules for each sport. Many of you talked say things like, "What are you trying to do? Lose the Brad Dalton, North Zulch HS a lot about how important it was to play by the game for us?!" And then when we hadn't done well, Alex Viera, Brentwood MS (San Antonio Edgewood ISD) athlete who said, "I've been an athlete all my John Baumann, San Antonio Wood MS life... through junior high and high school. And 1 've hadspiri t of the rules too. It felt good to play that way. sometimes you wouldn't talk to us at all. John Walker, South Grand Prairie HS You made us congratulate our opponents at the My greatest appreciation is for each of you Gary Martel, Diboll HS lots of coaches. Most were great people and I learned Johnny Hudson, Clifton HS a lot about what is right and wrong and how to treaten d of the game, win or lose. who showed respect for us as athletes and human Emily Bertholf, Austin Keeling MS But, several of you really taught us a lesson whenbeings . One of my friends left her sport after a Mike Hill, lola HS otherpeople. This letter is one that 1 would like to send Lee Powell, Pilot Point HS to my coaches., .maybe someday I will. you told us how coaches have to "work officials." Andcoac h had a public weigh-in and posted the "fat Andy Rodriguez, McAllen HS we had to listen to you scream at the refs, pound on thelist " on the gym wall. Even now, we don't talk Larry Harvey, Dilly HS - Dorothy E. Mclntyre, Associate MSHSL Ron Anders, Childress HS Director. This article is reprinted from the Minne­ bench,jumpupandripoffyourjacket. Whatascene. about that day. Chris Carter, Spurger HS We got so we expected it, but it was still so embarrass' And my best memory was how in your sport, Brad Chasteen, South.Grand Prairie HS sota State High School League newsletter. Eileen McDonald, Bandera HS ing to us all as a team. we'd celebrate the end of our seasons, even when we Bill Rehl, Woodsboro HS didn't reach our goals of winning the conference or William Stockton, El Paso Riverside HS TO MY HIGH SCHOOL COACHES: One of my friends in tennis told me mat one of Corey Slagle, Katy Mayde Creek MS I'm ready to graduate and leave high school you coached her how to call a ball "out" that landedgoin g to state? You made us feel that if we did our Michael Cotton, Dallas Pinkston HS best and wotked together as a team, that was a Randy Dotson, Neches HS sports. It has been a great experience. close to the line, and then turn her back on the other Terry Avery, West Orange-Stark HS To all of you, thank you for all of your time player so she couldn't question the call. She said winninit g season and we were a great team. Rudy Almaraz, Austin Lanier HS I guess I've learned a lot over the years, from Todd Bodden, Ennis HS and effort spent with our teams during these past worked most of the time. Raul Chaverria, Alpine HS years. As a three-sport athlete, I've had many And in our student leader support groups, one ofyou , my coaches, from my teammates, my patents, Bonnie Beachy, Cypress Falls HS and most of all, from my brothet who participates Carl Kilgore, Carlisle HS opportunities to enjoy competition all the way to the guys in wrestling said his coach bought them an ice Dennis Stewart, Kountze HS a state tournament. I'll remember these experi­ cream cone after a meet for anyone who gave theirin adapted athletics. He runs in track. Last spring, Karl Krug, Banquete HS during a race, he and a friend were running in the Martin Ray, Marion HS ences my whole life. opponent a bloody nose. Modesto Villanueva, Falfurrias HS All of you have been role models for me. I've I love sports and would play even when I same event. He was ahead when his friendtrippe d Eric Longtin, McAllen Memorial HS and fell down. My brother stopped, went back, Johnny Garcia, Brownsville Pace HS learned about doing what's right, even when its didn't feel good, or I hurt, or had lots of pressures Phyllis Weaver, North Garland HS hard, like reaching out a hand to help an opponent at home or school I really appreciated all of you helped his friend up and they ran over the finish Tony Starnes, Dodd City HS line together. I guess he understands what sports Brian Smith, Caddo Mills HS who just elbowed you. who left your doors open so I could come in and Daryl Horton, Dallas Madison HS But one of you taught me how to "get even," liketal k during those times. You always made me feel are all about. Robert Santiago, Jordan MS (San Antonio Northside ISD) Now it's time to close my high school career Calvin Grigsby, Garland HS the time the official called a foul on me for tripping antha t you had time for me as a special person on the Pete Alvidrez, Del Valle HS (El Paso Ysleta ISD) opponent. And you pulled me out of the game and team. and sort out all of the things that I've been taught Michael Sidberry, Piano Carpenter MS with you as my coach. I hope that I've listened to Eric Martin, Ft. Bend Missouri City MS chewedmeoutforgetangafoul. Thenyousaid, "Next You should know that the toughest times for us Dick Orsak, Alvin HS time, do it when the official isn't looking and do it were when you would lose your temper at one of us,th e right messages and watched the right people, Harlos Barrett, Forney HS Steve Lamore, Tyler Lee HS harder." and yell things like, "Get your head in the game," orbecaus e I'm heading off for my new life now. Over the years, we spent a lot of time learning close to the end when the pressure was hardest, you'd And I'll be remembering you. I Poge 11 /SPORTS: April, 1994 BROWNSVILLE PORTER Page 112 - String Orchestra MERCEDES HS School, and put him on probation The State Executive Committee MUSIC C&CR On August 6,1991, the State Grade III: Pochon-Pochon Aca­ The State Executive Commit­ in track through September 13, issued a public reprimand to Mr. A printing error has been noted Executive Committee issued a pub­ demic Album (delete #8 from list­ tee issued a public reprimand to Mr. 1994, for violation of the Athletic Cornel Thompson of West Orange in Section 1109 (a) of the 1994 lic reprimand to Brownsville Por­ ing) Alfredo Cardona, Mercedes HS, for Code. In addition, Mr. Jackson was Stark High School and put him on Constitution and Contest Rules. Un­ ter High School, put the school on Page 197 - Tenor-Bass Voice falsifying records, and put him on suspended from the first track meet probation through September 13, der Instrumental (Wind and Per­ probation through August 5,1994, Class II: Donaudy-Thirty-six Arie probation through June 16,1994. of the 1993-94 season. 1994, for violation of practice re­ cussion ) Events, the maximum num­ and required that: - di Stile Antico, I Serie (sing #9 or strictions. ber of performers per part is inad­ (1) the school board formally ID PICTURE MEMORY RIO GRANDE CITY HS vertently listed as four. The correct accepts the plan developed by the Page 87 - Miscellaneous Brass Students in grades 4 and 5 will be The State Executive Commit­ BROCK HS number of performers per part is two Management Team; and Trios Class 11: Boismortier/Shaw- responsible for the Art Smart Picture tee issued a public reprimand to Mr. The District 11A Executive and it has been for the last several (2) that the U1L programs at Sonata (play any movement) (3 Memory Contest Bulletin for 1993- George Cabazos, Rio Grande City Committee issued a public repri­ years. Porter High School remain under horns) 94 and 1994-95. Reminder: The HS, and put him on probation in mand to Brock High School and the supervision of the Manager official list in the Picture Memory baseball through June 16,1994, for placed the volleyball program on ABILENE ISD ment Team through the three year MCALLEN ISD Contest Bulletin for 193-95 is the violation of the Athletic Code. As probation through September 15, The District 4 AAAAA Execu­ probationary period. Mr. Camilo Rodriguez, coach at final authority. The 1993-94 art se­ acondition of probation Mr. Cabazos 1994, for failure to participate in tive Committee issued a public rep­ Rowe High School, McAllen, was lections are new and will be used for and the coaching staff are required volleyball after agreeing to partici­ rimand to Abilene Cooper High SOCCER RULE ERROR issued a public reprimand by the two years. to attend the 1993-94 organizational pate. School for violating Section 1202, Rule 12, Section 7, Article 2 of State Executive Committee for al­ OFFICIAL INTERPRETA­ meeting of the local Southwest Base­ Employment of Coaches through the Soccer Rule Book should state: lowing students to play in football TIONS ball Umpires Association, and to DALLAS ISD August, 1994. Art. 2...A goalkeeper shall not in­ games on consecutive nights. He The State Executive Commit­ invite coaches from the other The District 10 A A AAA Ex­ tentionally parry the ball and then was suspended from the last three tee on July 8, 1993, issued the fol­ schools in the UIL playing district ecutive Committee placed Dallas GRAPEVINE ISD take possession or control of it with football games of the 1992-93 sea­ lowing interpretation of Section 5 to attend the meeting. The com­ Spruce High School on probation The District 6 AAAAA Execu­ his/her hands before it has been son and placed on probation through (1), (r), (bb) and (cc) and Section mittee also issued a public repri­ through October 21,1994, for vio­ tive Committee issued a public rep­ played {or touched} by another the 1994-95 school year. 1400 (d) the UIL Constitution and mand to Rio Grande City HS and lation of the Athletic Code. The rimand to Grapevine High School player {of the same team outside Contest Rules: The beginning date put the school on probation in base­ probation includes conduct of and placed the boys' basketball pro­ the penalty area or an opposing BROWNSVILLE ISD for 7th and 8th grade football prac­ ball through June 16,1994, for vio­ Spruce spectators and all students gram on probation through the player either inside or outside the The State Executive Committee tice outside the school day in non- lation of the Athletic Code. The in school organizations that support 1994-95 school year for lack of crowd penalty area.) This restriction shall issued a public reprimand to Mr. traditional school year settings shall school administration is to develop athletics. contK>rand student and fan mis­ not include those situations in Gus Zavaletta, coach, Brownsville coincide with the day other schools and implement a plan to educate conduct. which the ball accidentaly re­ Porter High School, suspended him (within the UILdisttict) begin their students, fans, and school personnel The District 10 AAAAA Ex­ traditional school year. bounds from the goalkeeper mak­ from coaching all UIL activities of behavior expected at UIL con­ ecutive Committee put Dallas Sun­ SPELLING / VOCABULARY ing a save or play." through December 15, 1993, and Seventh and 8th grade volley­ tests. set High school on probation in Corrections for 1993-94 UJL The words in bracked () must placed him on probation through ball practice in non-traditional girls' volleyball through October 21, Word Power: be added to page 33 and page 44. December 15, 1994, for soliciting school year settings can be held any­ WEST-ORANGE STARK 1994, for violation of the Athletic Achilles'heel Achilles'heel (a) grade changes for student athletes. time during the traditional or non- The State Executive Committee Code. Archeozoic, Archaeozoic CHILTON HS traditional school year, provided it issued a public reprimand to Mr. Archeozoic (a), Archaeozoic (a) The State Executive Commit­ PICTURE MEMORY does not exceed 86 consecutive cal­ Dan Hooks, West Orange Stark LINCOLN-DOUGLAS Please disregard any previously tee issued a public reprimand to Students in grades4 and 5 will be endar days to practice outside the High School, and extended his pro­ DEBATE published modifications to this word Mr. Damn Bickham, former coach responsible for the Art Smart Picture school day; 79 of the 86 days may be bation throughJuly7,1995,for caus­ Resolution for January through list. at Chilton High School, and placed Memory Contest Bulletin for 1993- used to complete scrimmages and ing violations of the amateur rule. May: Resolved: That the United Contestants are responsible for him on probation through Octo­ 94 and 1994-95. The official list in matches; equipment may be checked In addition Mr. Hooks was sus­ States ought to place greater emphasis knowing the correct capitalization ber 21, 1997, for falsifying docu­ the Picture Memory Contest Bulletin outtoplayerson any one day during pended from six football games of on humanitarian considerations in of words forwhic h a contextual sen­ ments. for 1993-95 is the final authority. the week preceding the first day of the 1993-94 season. The commit­ the conduct of its foreign policy. tence is given in competition. The 1993-94 art selections are new school. The school would need to tee also issued a public reprimand to PRESCRIBED MUSIC LIST MARION ISD PRESCRIBED MUSIC LIST and will be used for two years. schedule their season to coincide West Orange Stark High School The District 27 AA Executive Page 119-Viola Solo Class 1: with the schools they plan to com­ and placed the football program on Page 65-Flute Trio-Class Ill- Committee issued a public repri­ Bach/Casadeus-Concerto in C M i- SPELLING pete against. probation through September 13, Delete Beethoven/McLin-Menuet mand to Marion High School for nor (play one movement) Attention Elementary and Jr. Ninth grades which are part of 1994, for allowing complimentary inG violating the Athletic Code, and Page 32 - Clarinet Solo Class I: High Spellers! Students in Grades the middle school come under rules tickets to football games to be given Page 77-Clarinet Choit-Class put the boy's basketball program on Stamitz-Concerto No.3 in B-flat 3-4,5-6, and 7-8 will be responsible for high schools. to student athletes and/or their par­ 1-Stravinsky/Lester-Ronde des Prin­ probation through the 1994-95 bas­ Major (play one for spelling words contained in the ents. cesses from The Firebird Suite (6 B ketball season. movement) MCA A+ Spelling List for 1993-94. It is AQUILLA HS clarinets, alto clarinet, 2 bass clari­ Page 64 - Flute Trio Class I: important to have the most current The State Executive Committee Dan Hooks, Football Coach of nets, B or E contrabass clarinet) Kuhlau-Three Grand Trios Op. 86 spelling list (1993). Significant re­ issued a public reprimand to Aquilla West Orange-Stark HS, has been Page 185-Treble Voice-Class II (play one movement of one trio) visions of the old list have been High School and put the school on issued a public reprimand and sus­ Move The Art Song-Mendelssohn- (published separately) made. probation in One-Act Play through pended from the first two football Auf Flugeln des Gesanges (German Page 66 - Three B-Flat Clarinets Please make the following cor­ September 13, 1994 for failure to games of the 1993-94 season for or English) (On Wings of Song) to Class I: Bouffil-Grand Trio Op. 8 rections in the A+ Spelling List for participate after signing a participa­ soliciting a grade change for a stu­ Class I Treble Voice (play two movements) 1993-94: tion card. dent athlete. Page 91 - Four Brass Class I: 3/4 skillful, skilful Vasconi-Images (play movements 7/8 chaos (C) AUSTIN LBJ 2 and 3) (2 trumpets, trombone, 7/8 gullible, gullable The State Executive Committee tuba) issued a public reprimand to Mr. Ray Jackson, Austin LBJ High

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