Lsassasr"W ^jLg0^r Packing up & Moving Out A MAJOR HEADACHE

UIL ATHLETIC director Bill Farney hates the fall of odd-numbered BIENNIAL years. For at that ti«te, he RECLASSICAnON, and his staff put together the reclassification and re­ REALIGNMENT alignment list, which as­ COMES WITH signs schools to conferences and districts. Investigative BUILT-IN journalism notwithstand­ DISSATISFACTION ing, the task is often a thankless one. "Basically, you have built-in dissatisfaction," Farney said. "The smaller schools in a conference don't think it's fair that they have to play schools often twice or three times as big. Or Conference A schools who play football don't think it's fair that they have to play schools who don't play football and practice basketball." Then, there's the prqblem of the so-called "super high school," consisting of 3,000 or more students. "The organization of these schools, with ninth and tenth grades over here and eleventh and twelfth grades over there, creates a lot of concern," Farney said. "Even though Conference 5A now has a two-division football playoff system, the schools in the lower end of enrollment still perceive themselves to be at a disadvantage, especially in football." Scramble in the ever-growing girls' athletic program, the public concern with loss of school time, spiraling transportation costs, and the intangible problems involv­ ing team rivalries and you've got one majot headache. Farney knows. "We try to take as detached a view of UIL state headquarters moving to temporary site the situation as possible" he said. "Rivalries are not taken into consideration. We try to place schools in districts For more than 20 years, the UIL state the League grew, offices were made out of totaling six or eight members because with two teams OUTTA HERE advancing into the playoffs, there are only 10 dates to play offices have been headquartered in a three' bathrooms and halls. Manuals and contest 10gamesinConfetences5A,3Aand2A. Anoddnumber of teams cteates an open date duting the district schedule. story former sorority house on the north end New League's new materials were stacked in every comer. The In some cases, unless there is anothet disttict close by with street address: 3001 of The University of Texas campus. third floor became overrun by the athletic an odd number of teams, this date cannot be filled, thus Lake Austin Blvd., creating a nine game season fot some teams." According to Wayne Brasler, a Chicago- Austin, TX 78703. department. Somewhere along the way, the areajournalism teacher arulself-prcclaimed Telephone numbers green sofa was tossed out. Factors determining district assignment include en­ rollment and location. "We try to eliminate as much psychic who was in Austin for a journalism will remain the same. Today, the UIL is literally bursting at The UIL drama de­ unnecessary travel as possible, but some hardship is inevi­ convention several years ago, the buildingis partment will remain the seams. Toremedy this, the League has table because of the size of the state and the proximity of haunted, although the ghosts, he assured, at 2622 Wichita embarkedonanambvtiousproiecttoconstxuct schools of the same size to each other," Farney said. "No school wants extreme travel problems and no areharmless. until late February or anew headquarters. However, the building early March. After school wants to be in a district with a traditional power­ At one time years ago, employees could Feb. 7, the telephone isn't scheduled for completion until 1995 at house. Sometimes, those two concerns clash." While fans and administrators may be willing to sneakuptothetlwdfloorforaquicknapon number for the UIL the earliest. Until then, the UIL office staff Drama Department travel 150 miles for the varsity football games, many are the pale-green Naugahyde sofa and feel secretary and drama except for the drama department, wSl be less than thrilled to make the three-hour trek for a junior loan library will be moving south, to an office building recendy varsity volleyball game. "In realigning, we have to keep in secmemknowingti\at^hewafterrvoonsnooze mind the total competitive program, including academics 512/471-9996. Lynn wouldn't be disrupted, no matter how long purchased by UT. While it may offer newer and fine arts," Farney said. "Oddly enough, we had a Murray's direct line committee study the problem a few years ago, and it they napped. will continue to be carpet and more space, it wiR be some time concluded that, despite the problems, the current system 512/471-4517. Not so today. The building at 2666 before it feels as much like home as the handled the problem about as well as possible. At least, Wichita is a fire marshal's nightmare. As creaky, crowded, hauntedoldsororityhouse. • CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

Volume 78 • Number Five • January/February, 1994 • ISSN 0897-4314 ettstera Solving a complex problem COMMENT Near the end of the team sport in at least one case during the last What benefits do interscholastic activities programs seasons each year, schools are re­ school year, it was found that the provide? ported to the UIL for any number of school using an ineligible student rule violations including playing in­ withheld information from the dis­ Certainly as a school-sponsored activity, the program eligible students, playing two games Bailey trict executive committee. This should be expected to educate. One activity might teach during the school week and/or chang­ i¥l0jjtSOi3yUl information would have made the blocking and tackling skills, another might teach dribbling ing grades in violation of state law. student ineligible from the start of and shooting skills, another might teach throwing and Normally these reports are the year. Therefore the school that made during the last week of the had the ineligible student could be batting skills, and still another might teach marching and season when it has been decided considered in violation of the Ath­ drumming skills. But all the activities provide education in which teams will advance to the play­ tion to the team that did not qualify letic Code for withholding informa­ specific physical and/or intellectual skills. offs. In virtually all instances schools because it was defeatedhy the qualify­ tion. Surely this cannot be excused. that are reported are those that have ing team. Often, the petson calling So, what's the answer? Currently The emphasis might be strength in one course, agility qualified for a spot in the playoffs by attention to the alleged violation is the UIL rules, and the rules of all other in another, endurance in another, rhythm in another, then, win/lpss record in district. The upset with the team that won and has amateur athletic associations that we breath control in another, articulation in another. Regard­ problem is ftu*«io«omplicatedbecaus e known this information for some time. are aware of, carry an automatic forfei­ less, physical and/or mental development is emphasized. the information regarding A*, violation When die school administration re­ ture of games for using an ineligible has been known by someone for1 ws«V,., ceives these complaints, it is obligated student. Is there a way we can better The interscholastic activities program provides for or in some instances, all season. tbita&.team and community to report handle these cases? How else can we emoticfflaUlevetopment. The arena of participation is a Itshouldbeeasytoreduceorelimi- them. If administrators did not report insure that youngsters who were eli-^ laboratory where students learn practical application of nate this problem. Unfortunately, as alleged violations, they could lose their gible or the team can prraHtrifflfXne with most problems, it is more complex jobs in their community. playoffs? What if ffiefrcoaches and their skills. Specifically, students learn poise, self-control, than it appears. It is not always a case of On occasion, however, it is quite administration tried to evade the rules team work, and grace in both winning and losing. school officials withholding informa­ evident that the reporting school had g by withholding information? What if Also, students learn problem-solving skills in a coopera­ tion until it is beneficial for them to the information, or someone in their the player or the parents lied? What if report it, causing the other team to school system or a parent had the ijjfor- the player was a good player - or a tive learning environment. These lessons in teamwork- forfeit or be disqualified. If this were the mation prior to the game between the substitute? What if? What if? Whether learned in the gymnasium, the band hall or the case, rules to handle these types of cases two teams. This is certainly unethical If this were a perfect world, and yearbook lab - are transactional. That is, they can be could be constructed without many and in fact, if it can beproven that the everyone was completely open and hon­ applied to future endeavors, whether professional or complications. school coaches or administration knew est, this could be dealt with rather eas­ Quite frequently, the team that of the problem prior to the season or ily. In fact we wouldn't have these educational. reports the violation received the infor­ prior to the two teams playing, it is a symptoms arising. Unfortunately due But students are not the sole beneficiaries of the mation from some person outside their violation of the Athletic Code. That to the pressures to win at all costs in our interscholastic program. The program performs certain community at the end of the season. team or coach should be penalized. Usually this person gives the informa­ To further complicate the matter, • CONTINUTED ON PAGE 11 functions for the school, the community, and society as a whole. ' The program provides a rallyingpoin t for students and Activities associations built on three principles faculty of different races, economic backgrounds and personal interests. It is a place for them to come together in By BAILEY MARSHALL part of the school to join an association. forensics or drama. This pattern is support of a common cause or goal. UIL Director We are very proud that in most states, found throughout the relationship be­ all secondary schools eligible to join tween basic curriculum and association The program is a magnet for drawing the community to Three basic principles underlie the their association do so. All associations activities. Thus association activities support educational needs in the community. It is a glue to basic philosophy of any state activities are annuals (in botanical terms), as they programs are voluntary as far as the hold the community and school together even in times of association. die at the end of the school year and are school is concerned and as far as the education hardships. As many administrators will attest, The firstprincipl e is that the asso­ reborn with the beginning of the school individual child is concerned. ciation is a voluntary organization, and year. The second principle upon which more bond elections have been passed because of winning schools may elect to join or not join and Participation in activities spon­ all association are founded and under sports seasons than any other factor. may further elect which activities their sored by state associations are also vol­ which they adopt and enforce rules and Activities serve wide and varied purposes, but at the school wishes toparticipate in. There is untary as far as students are concerned. regulations is that, "It is a privilege and no state law in Texas, and to my knowl­ State laws require students to take physi­ not a right to participate in association core are the educational needs of the student. Any and all edge in any other state, that requires a cal education, but not to participate in activities." benefits that accure after this are icing on the cake. school to join an activities association. interscholastic football; to take English - Dr. Bailey Marshall Thus it is a voluntary action on the or speech, but not to participate in •CONTINUTEDON PAGE 11

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

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PRESCRIBED MUSIC LIST Page 65-Ftute Trio-Class Ill- Delete Beethoven/McLin- Menuet in G Page 77-Clarinet Choit- , Class I-Stravinsky/Lester-Ronde des Princesses from The Firebird Suite (6 B clarinets, alto clarinet, 2 bass clarinets, B or E contra­ bass clarinet) , , Page 185-Treble Voice-Class II Move The Art Song- Mendelssohn-Auf Flugeln des Gesanges (German or English) (On Wings of Song) to Class I Treble Voice

MUSIC C&CR A printing error has been noted in Section 1109 (a) of tfieT 1994 Comthution^lttf*'^"^

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I Page 4/JOURNALISM: January/February, 1994 Something of value INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT Argumentation of essential ideas necessary An excellent way to help beginning debaters By BURLON WILKERSON Diboll High provided snacks throughout the By LARRY McCARTY If a modern direction is desired, some debat­ Academic Coordinator and Debate Coach, morning for all participants and certificates for Ingram Tom Moore High School ers may rely on a popular, although often misinter­ DM High School the debaters. Recording was allowed if both preted, concept of "justice." A wealth of evidence teams agreed. The Lincoln-Douglas resolution chosen for is available to support various theories of justice, Diboll High School recently hosted its Fourteen C-X teams and four L-D debat­ the spring of 1994 is one that provides great much of which is directed in support of or against annual Debate Practice Session for Cross ers representing eight schools participated in opportunity for quality debate. There are literally the contemporary philosopher John Rawb. There Examination and Lincoln-Douglas Debat­ this year's session along with observers from thousands of articles in highly credible journals is considerable disagreement over the extent to ers. Unlike a practice meet or a tournament, two other schools; and periodicals that address foreign policy, hu­ which Rawls' theory of "distributive justice" can this activity was designed Srm'ply to provide Each team debated three rounds and, just manitarian needs, human rights and multilateral be applied to foreign policy. Nevertheless, there practice for debaters who seldom have the for fun, all debaters who were designated as the organizations. Many have been published quite are numerous directions to follow in applying the opportunity to atrtend those kinds of meets. outstanding debater in all three roun<&'fi>-- recently. value of justice to this particular resolution and a Judges Were not required to name win­ ceived special recognition at'lfi*'?***'*' "^ There is also a wide range of quality books of variety of excellent sources to consult. If justice is ners artd were encouraged to talk with the morning. both modern and classical nature that discuss to be argued, be certain that the specific type of students after each round and offer sugges­ Dibolt trastound this activity to be an related ideas. The research avenues are virtually justice,suppprted is carefully defined and identi­ tions for improvement. Each school pro­ pvcelleht way to provide practice for debaters limitless for enthusiastic debaters, and there are fied. Avoid supporting "justice" as such without vided one judge for every two teams »r L- at a low cost and without extensive travel ample philosophical avenues to follow when argu­ offering definitions which focus, the value on this Ders. arrangements. It is particularly helpful for be­ ing the specifics of humanitarian considerations topic. ' '• - c,„o2ri Entry fees were assessed at $2 per per­ ginning debaters or small schools with a lim­ and American foreign policy. The use of a philosophical basis for the reso­ son, and observers were welcome at $ 1 each. ited budget. Prior to developing any ideas about cases and lution by the negative should also keep the debate arguments, it is imperative to remember that Lin­ from venturing into policy realms. The negative coln-Douglas debate is value debate. Regardless of does, however, face a clear choice of options in NOTES TO HELP CROSS EXAMINATION DEBATERS, PAGE 9 the wording found in the resolution and regardless countering the topic. One means of negation of the nature of the issues which can be discussed, would be to claim that the United States should cal ideas. It is often an excellent idea, in fact, to ingredients are organization and clash. a strong obligation to maintain the integrity of L- simply not place greater emphasis on "humanitar­ offer both philosophical and pragmatic justifica­ ;,.;..-.._,The affirmative has an obligation to present D debate by focusing cases and arguments on value ian considerations" in the conduct of foreign policy. tions for L-D resolutions. It is fallacious to claim a well organized case and the negative has an equal ideas persists. Another choice would be to argue a counter value that any real world example introduced into a obligation to argue against ideas within that case. With a modest amount of research, cases can or counter justification to receive emphasis as round makes it policy debate. The phrase "foreign Granted the specific strategy of the negative may be developed in support of a wide range of values. opposed to "humanitarian considerations." policy" does not mean that the affirmative is take the form of a counter value or cross applica­ Various interpretations of the Social Contract For example, the negative might argue that bound to present details of specific guidelines the tion of negative case arguments, but the fact (Locke, Rousseau, and Hobbes) can be effectively the United States should place great emphasis on United States should follow. Focus attention on remains that ,{he negative must clearly explain applied to the resolution. No matter which Social national security, or the promotion of the com­ another key word in the resolution, "ought," which how cross application is valid in this particular Contract idea is chosen, focus attention on the mon good, or any other applicable ideal that could can be defined from numerous philosophical dic­ debate round. manner in which mankind has moved from a be valued above humanitarian considerations. tionaries to include meanings like "moral obliga­ The cases on both sides of the resolution are "natural state" to a "controlled state" and what Remember, the negative simply has to negate the tion" or "duty." very important, but the manner in which funda­ individual rights are lost or gained in the process. resolution, and is not nearly as restricted in the By the same token if either debater drifts into mental issues are identified and refuted is of equal importance. Whatever strategy is implemented It is equally possible to argue Utilitarian ideas choice of attack as is the affirmative. the policy realm during a debate and claims that for refutation, quality of debate is enhanced by to support the resolution. Follow the basic premise It is important to understand the difference • certain policies now exist that support the topic, sound argumentation of the most essential ideas. of, "the greatest good for the greatest number," and between pragmatic and policy arguments. Policy then a philosophical response is warranted. The The result of careful enumeration of the most review the writing of John Stuart Mill and David arguments support a specific plan of action or proper argument in such a case would be to claim relevant points will be a quality debate round. Hume among others, for support of these philo­ specific policy options. Pragmatic arguments are the "naturalistic fallacy" which in essence means sophical ideas. Still another approach to pursue is "real world" examples of exactly how certain ideas that j ust because a policy exists, that is not proof for (Editor's Note: Lorrji McCarty has coached 11 the use of the "Categorical Imperative" which are implemented or supported. the validity of that policy. years in Texas high schook, the past 9 at Ingram'Tom loosely follows the idea, "what is good for one is While the use of plan arguments are not As a general summary aimed at debate obli­ Moore. Mr. McCarty and his debaters have done extensive research and have already been successful in good for all." For support and additional informa­ appropriate in L-D debate, it is entirely acceptable gations, I suggest that there are two elements that competition with the current UIL topic.) tion review ideas offered by Immanuel Kant. to use realistic examples in support of philosophi- are mandatory for quality L-D Debate. Those

INFORMATIVE PERSUASIVE

1. What were the major issues addressed during President Clinton's trip 1. Was Bobby Inman treated unfairly by the media? to Europe? 2. Should the selection process for judges in Texas be changed? 2. How did Americans commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday? 3. Will the rebellion in Chiapas hurt economic progress in Mexico? 3. What damage was caused by the earthquake in Southern California? 4. Should the most-favored-nation trade status for China be revoked? 4. What led to Bobby Inman's withdrawal as the nominee for Secretary 5. Is Janet Reno doing a good job as Attorney General? of Defense? 6. Is a congressional investigation into the Whitewater case justified? 5. How have emergency relief organizations responded to the Califor- 7. Could air attacks in Bosnia achieve their purposes? nian earthquake? 8. Will violence prevent a transition to democratic rule in South Africa? 6. What qualifications should Clinton look for in his nominee for 9. Is Yasser Arafat demanding too much in negotiations with Israeli? Secretary of Defense? 10. Are Boris Yeltsin's days in power numbered? 7. What's happening in the Branch Daviadian trial? 11. How successful was President Clinton's trip to Europe? 8. How are Americans coping with record-breaking cold weather? . 12. Will capitalism replace socialism in Cuba? 9. What is the Whitewater investigation all about? 13. Has China made improvements in its human rights policies? 10. What is the current situation in Sarajevo? 14. Would stricter gun control laws be effective in reducing violent crime in America? 11. Why is Victor, Texas in the news? 15. Is Congress likely to pass major health care reform legislation? 12. What are we learning about secret government experiments during the Cold War? 13. What do current statistics reveal about the strength of the American economy? 14. What is being done to address the problem of safely in American schools? 15. Whaf s the story behind the attack on skater Nancy Kerrigan?

t n IPag6 5/5PEECH:January/febfuarK,r994 On the road again LETTER TO THE EDITOR Support this worthwhile competition UIL office moves, drama department staying put I am writing in regard to a letter that appeared in the May issue of The Leaguer. After pondering the intent of the letter for the past few months, I feel I need to respond. By the time you read this column there will be I believe one-act play competition provides invaluable educational experience to our more than 25 new UIL critic judges added to the young people. I have seen students learn more about literature on that stage than they have ever 177 currently on the Texas Educational Theatre learned in my English classroom. I value this experience as do my students. Association Adjudicator's Organization eligible As a director, choosing the right script for my young actors, cutting that script, meeting all list. The TETAAO workshop falls on January 27, of the deadlines and requirements set forth in the Handbookfor One-Act Play Directors, working the same day this Leaguer is scheduled to be printed. around every other activity in the school, casting, and directing pose a difficult problem for me. It will not be possible to publish the new list until MuraaY Anything that can lessen the load and responsibility is greatly valued. So, as other directors do, early March, a little late to do you much good, we appreciate the guidelines set-forth in our handbook. Because this production (The Children's qxcept in an emergency. Hour) met all the guidelines, the complaint about the play selected by this particular school truly If you have not contracted a critic for your affected me. zoneor&fa^ Wusknow. We will FAX you the There will not be a second catd mailing. Please The play in question, The Children's Hour, is on the approved list of plays for contest. Also, new additions and cdth^jpps. 11 will be necessary read the cover letter with the title card. it was supported by this particular school district's administration. Therefore, the director met for you to continue to use 512/4?* -5908 for FAX We are requesting a stamped first class (2 oz the two criteria set forth by the UIL handbook when selecting his play. If this type of although it will no longer be located in the s^^e - $.58) self-addressed #10 envelope with each title disgruntlement is not discouraged, then the-handbook and the guidelines are obsolete for the building with the UIL Drama office. FAX will not t»4. There are two reasons. Postcards in the mail high school one-act play director. necessarily be faster. Call first. seem to g«t lost, and bulk mail after the February I saw-thi* particular production at a festival in the spring before it was polished and If you have not heard yet, the drama office 23 title deadline takes too long. Play it,, safe- -, and Drama Loan Library will continue to be at Obtain publisher permission, mail the" title card CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 2622 Wichita until late February or early March. and return Eligibility Notice envelope ASAP there­ You will no longer be able to reach me, my secre­ after. Don't risk the delay. If you send us your title but you must ask! You will not be able to obtain the cast listing, these characters added must be tary, or the Drama Loan Library at the regular card now, you can still make a play title change reduced royalty for certain scripts, but you should approved by this office. (471-5883) UIL number. It has moved to Lake until Feb. 23. OAP enrolled schools that do not always ask. Most publishers are sympathetic toyourneeds Austin Boulevard, with the rest of the UIL office have a title card in the League office by the If you don't have a new OAP Handbook, get but have little control over a playwright's desires. and staff. You must use the new drama number, deadline will receive a collect call. one ASAP! All orders have been filled. The Changes in a copyrighted script cannot be ap­ 512/471 -9996. It will go through my secretary to It is essential that you obtain publisher per­ publication costs $5 plus $1 for postage. There is proved by the League. Publisher, playwright, or the Drama Loan Library or to me. When I am in mission to produce prior to submitting the title considerable new material and the critical issues agent approval is required. The League cannot the office, you can continue to reach me directly at card. We are still having difficulty with publisher were highlighted in November 1993! You can give permission to change gender. Most will agree 512/471-4517. There will be voice mail on 471- permission, even Approved List titles. Make sure send your request directly to my office, and I will that changing the gender of a generic character 9996 after February 8. Leave a message! you have some form of permission in writing. try to see that it is mailed the same day. that has dialogue which is not gender specific All of you who waited until February 2 to Publisher permission is especially difficult for Neil Please be reminded that a live off-stage voice would make little difference. If gender change has postmark OAP additions to the basic set, do not Simon plays. Unless you have written permission must come from a crew member or a cast member any impact on character choices, playwright's expect a quick response. It will likely take us until for a Neil Simon play, DONT BOTHER! The is playing an on-stage role. There are problems intent, or any other structural element of a script, the last of February to clear the office of all set the last year for his plays. What is available to one related to specific plays. Directors that select "The you are ethically responsible for obtaining permis­ additions. The UIL office moving with most of the shall be available to ALL. John Welch at Baker's Shadow Box" have a special problem. The char­ sion from the copyright source. I do not think it equipment will slow the process and preparing to Plays has done everything possible to help, but acter of the Interviewer must be in view of the proper in UIL for anybody to tell you that a female move the drama office during the busiest time of Gary De Silva, Simon's agent/lawyer, has made it audience (on-stage, side, apron, or audience) to be cannot play a male role as a male or "vice versa." A the year won't help much. Don't despair. We will impossible to produce scenes from. a judgeable character in OAP. If the choice is to performer should be judged on the quality of the do this again in two years or so, but into a new You should have noted in the November use the Interviewer off-stage, the voice must come characterization, not what is under the costume or building designed just for UIL. 1993 Leaguer that the drama page included plays from a crew or cast memberfs) with other roles. A makeup. Yes, we should all be sensitive to ethnic, The set deadline is past. Without approval added to the Approved Lists. You must still obtain recorded voice in this script would bring into religious, social, and even political feelings, but for additions, you must stick to properties, all rights from publishers. UIL approving a script question as to whether or not it is "incidental" the final choices should be left with the theatre varieties, standard doors and windows, and the doesn't guarantee rights to produce or to produce sound. I think not. In the case of "I Never Saw director, local administration, and community. Unit Set. Read the Handbookfor One Act Play 12th "scenesfrom." When you are askingfor permission Another Butterfly," the voices and loudspeaker If you think this sounds familiar, read the Ed. and then "call me. Don't panic! to produce "scenes from" long plays, you should may be recorded because of the script structure. November and January/February 1993 Leqguers. The title deadline is the next! The official always ask for reduced royalty for each UIL perfor­ They are not a major portion of the script and are The problems are still the same. We wish for you pink OAP Title Entry Card is in the mail. If you mance. Most companies, excluding Anchorage, considered incidental. If a director chooses to the best spring ever in education theatre, with the don't have it by Feb. 8, call. We will mail another. will give you a reduction for a 40 minute UIL entry, bring on-stage the voices of characters not listed in emphasis on educational! Teacher's workshop set in conjunction with theatre program The University of Texas at Austin Depart­ teachers seeking theatre arts certification, taking tion teachers interested may reach workshop di­ ing the five-dayprogram . Critique sessions on all ment of Theatre and Dance is sponsoring a the TEA exit test in theatre arts, taking courses to rector Murray at the UIL office, 512/471-9996 or activities will be held. Applications for the Sum­ "teachet's" workshop in conjunction with the meet local requirements, directing the UIL one- 471-4517. mer Theatre Workshop for high school students 32nd annual Summer Theatre Workshop. The act play, and/or teaching the variety of theatre For teachers who cannot attend the full-term and the short term teacher's workshop will be program will be administered by Lynn Murray, subjects needed for the TEA theatre arts curricu­ summer theatre workshop, a short term non-credit mailed to all theatre directors in March. UIL Drama Director. Fromjune3throughjulyl0, lum. Participating teachers will receive eight workshop, specifically designed to help teachers In addition to the UIL OAP directors work­ courses in acting, voice, technical theatre, make semester hours credit. Those enrolled will partici­ with preparation for the UIL one-act play contest shop, the Department of Theatre and Dance has up, directing, and production activities will be pate in a directing seminar and produce scene is planned for the final week. This six-day, July 4- tentatively scheduled an intensive week long work­ structured to involve both teachers and students. work with the high school students. For those 9, workshop will focus on selecting a play, cutting shop for high school teachers focusing on choreo­ The directing seminar will begin June 3 and con­ enrolled in graduate school at UT-Austin, six a longplay, using limited scenery, using the League- graphing/directing for musical theatre. The work­ tinue through the workshop period. UT-Austin semester hours of graduate credit may be earned approved unit set, using limited lighting, inter­ shop will present films of different musicals and registration for summer is set for June 1 and 2. toward an MA in Teacher Training. preting OAP rules, and directing the contest play. involve a daily two hour studio experience on Final productions are set for July 8-9. Work­ Teachers desiring participation in this work­ A $150 non-refundable fee check must be made techniques, partnering and movement. Partici­ shop classes and the plays will be directed by UT- shop must request and make application prior to payable to the Department of Theatre and Dance, pants will attend the department's productions. Austin faculty and outstanding high school the­ May 1, through UT-admissions as "transient" stu­ The University of Texas at Austin. Teachers The workshop dates will be determined after the atre teachers. Companies of the plays will be dents, in order to register June 1 and 2. They registering will receive immediate confirmation. summer production schedule is set. Fee for the composed exclusively of workshop students. should also notify the workshop director of their Teachers in the short term workshop will workshop will be $150. Teachers taking the workshop courses will serve as intent to enroll. University housing (room and view workshop laboratory scenes, the three major Further information concerning these work­ assistant directors. board) is available through the UT-Austin hous­ workshop productions, workshop classes, and De­ shops may be obtained by contacting Lynn Murray. The workshop will be of special benefit to ing office, but is not required. For further informa­ partment of Theatre and Dance productions dur­ (512/471-4517 or 5793 after June 1.)

• Page 6/DRAMA: January/February, 1994 New ready writing rubric

UIL READY WRITING emphasizes interest JUDGING RUBRIC

Conference Number _ Contestant NumHer_ As priorities con­ commenting on the tinue to shift in the positive aspects, con­ Evaluation criteria are listed in the order of importance. Circle score rating in each of the three major areas of interest, organization, and correctness of style, and check the word which best describes the degree of quality in each of the sub-areas. ready writing competi­ structive criticism tion, the revised judg­ aimed to help students POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT ing rubric reflects the Pat overcome areas of (60%J 1234S6789 emphasis to be placed weakness should be pro­ INTEREST: 10 ll 12 13 14 IS 16 17 18 on "interest" as a domi­ Wisdom vided. Since initial Writing exhibits originality of thought, analytical acuteness, and overall nant judging criterion evaluation is given in coherence of exposition. for contestants' exposi- checklist form, brief dis- Originality ^^^^^^^^^^^^" cussion of the highest Perceptive ideas j r The rubric, which and lowest marks is in­ Examples *r I j replaces the "Judges' Notes" and "Final Score tended to clarify strengths and weaknesses. ..1 WV''* I Sheet" beginning this year, provides convenient 1 The League's philosophy toward ready writ­ ORGANIZATION: 1Z34S67S9 .JUII*' visual indicators for both writer and judge and ing is that this contest is a teaching device and Each paragraph develops one idea and ensures that contestants whose expositions have" should be an encouragement toward further writ­ contributes to an understanding of the M ti & best captured the attention of the reading audi­ ing. Although the essays are critiqued and ranked, main idea or thesis. ence are rewarded accordingly. Evaluation crite­ they should also be considered tools /or learning. Clear thesis ria are listed in the order of importance. Original­ The primary objective is to prepare young writers Well-developed paragraphs, ity, use of perceptive ideas and examples will for future expository writings. focused on pne idea. Transition „ continue to be sub-areas of the interest criterion. The revised edition (1994) of the Ready Collectively, the subjective judging of interest will Writing Handbook, which will be available during Thesis support Composition clarity (as a whole) carry 60 percent of the evaluation, organization the 1994-95 school year, will include further ex­ i will be worth 30 percent, and correctness of style planation of the hew rubric. The revision will also (10%) will constitute only 10 percent of the score. include changes in scoring procedures resulting CORRECTNESS OF STYLE: I 2 3 The judging rubric allows judges to award a from legislation passed by the UIL Legislative Punctuation • total of 30 points to each contestant: 1 to 18 for Council and State Board of Education in 1993-94. Sentence structure interest, 1 to 9 for organization, and 1 to 3 for The revised procedures would require that judges Grammar correctness of sty le. Previously, judges could award determine ready writing Winners by consensus and Word usage a total of 10 points to each contestant. The thus eliminate the verification period. In actual­ Spelling increased number ofpoints permitsafiner delinea­ ity, the consensus method has been used exten­ \ tion of writing strengths and weaknesses for con­ sively to judge essays in this competition since its TOTAL SCORE: testants as well as presenting clearer indicators for beginning. The legislation will remove the extra­ judges. Contestants are provided further designa­ neous information concerning the use of "the ADDITIONAL tion of strengths and weaknesses through judges' manner prescribed for ranking speech contests" to COMMENTS ' subjective ratings of the components ofeac h of the decide rankings, replacing it with the designation three judging criteria. A check in the appropriate that judges should arrive at a consensus on the space rates the criterion from poor to excellent. rankings. Below the scoring grid is space for judges' The new judging rubric will be used for the Judge't Initials comments. Each of the three judges for the contest first time beginning with district competition this will provide responses on separate judging rubrics year (1993-94). We are open to your responses for each essay. Judges are encouraged to comment and encourage you to write to us about the rubric's first on the positive aspects of the essay. After effectiveness.

ACADEMIC BRIEFS

Spring Meet Reminders b. Computer Science - The length of the tions contest is not limited to this written contest has been reduced to 45 minutes. list.) 1. Follow the Conflict Pattern. Students C. Mathematics - Scoring changes: Award 6 SHARP who are allowed to compete in contests which points for questions answered correctly. Neither EL509D (Series); EL520D are run concurrently and end up winning in award nor deduct any points for unanswered ques­ (Series); EL53ID (Series). both must choose only one to compete in at tions. Deduct 2 points for each incorrect answer. HEWLETT PACKARD regional level. This practice denies other 6. Campus coordinators, send a copy of your 11C; 15C;20S(20SIInot students the opportunity to win awards that district entry form for each campus to the state UIL permitted); 32S; 32S II have been issued to the contestant entered office. CASIO inappropriately. 7. Use the "Substitute Certification Form" fx-82d (Series); fx-115d 2. Awards purchasing at district level is found on page 10 of the yellow Academic (Series); fx-250d (Series); fx- the responsibility of the district director. UIL Coordinator's Handbook to expedite student sub­ 300v (Series); fx-570a (Series) furnishes medals at the regional and state levels stitutions in team competitions. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS only. 8. Offer your judging / grading assistance to TI-25 (Series); TI-31 (Se­ 3. Hire or have on hand standby judges/ your regional director. ries); Tl-34 (Series); TI-30SLR+ OUR ERORR Members of the 1993 Conference graders, just in case a designated judge doesn't 9. Advertise your winners in every way (Series); TI-35 (Series); TI-36 2A slate champion accounting team were show up. possible: school paper, local newspaper, radio, RADIO SHACK misidentified in the 1992-93 edition of 4. Use teachers in the district as graders school board meetings,, assemblies, morning an­ EC-4008; EC-4021; EC-4031 Champions as being from Bangs rather than when possible. nouncements, etc. Rosebud-Lott. The members were Vicki Vrana, Albert Michalewicz and Stacy Wilde. The 5. Check to make sure that these 1993-94 (Series) - Calculators marked (Series) are approved for all variations of letters and/or de­ accounting coach is Alan Barkemeyer. We rule changes have been implemented in the Approved Calculators regret the mistake. contests: scriptors after the number. For example: EL509C, a. Accounting - Contestants' ate using Only calculators appearing on the following TI-30STAT, fx-300V, SUPER-FX, fx-115m. before contest begins. The contest director will cotdless calculators which may NOT be list may be used in the UIL Science and Math­ For the Hewlett Packard and Radio Shack be provided with instructions for clearing each equipped with a tape. ematics competitions. (The Calculator Applica­ programmable series, programs must be cleared of these calculators.

I Page 7/ACADEMICS: January/February, 1994 Breaking the communication barrier "It's a small point, but riding eleva­ productively, you must de­ When you adopt the mindset that you Students, parents and staff will not tors, as we all do so often in this city, you velop a credible reputation so have to be the best you can be, not only tolerate inequities in school programs. occasionally wind up with a couple of blue- that your opinions are valued are you worth more to your school and The main goal of any school should be suited bosses and a couple of messengers, and respected. Teachers, to your community. the development of students into re­ wearing the heavy bicycle chain and the Rachel coaches and sponsors must As mentioned earlier, it is critical sponsible, productive adults. Honesty helmet. In die silence, one feels the hostil­ Seewald develop competencies and toestablish a credible reputation so that and integrity should remain consistent ity. exhibit them to school ad­ your opinions are valued and respected. among school personnel. Ifyouarenot "I caught myself in that position on an ministrators in an effort to How do you develop credibility through fair and honest, you are providing a elevator the other day and decided to speak establish credibility as a re­ communication? disservice to those you are employed to up. I asked a couple of those fellows who spected professional. Be candid. Project a professional service. risk their lives - and ours - pedaling thecommunicatio n betweeh^hool admin­ First of all, you must speak out and image. Treat people with dignity. Be­ If you are a teacher, coach or spon­ streets of the business district every day howistrators , teachers, coaches**and staff willingly express new ideas. Take re­ come an expert in your area of respon­ sor, offer new ideas, plans and decisions theyweredoing. ItbrokethespeUandthey would enhance the effectivenessofyour sponsibility for making yourself as valu­ sibility and demonstrate that you can eagerly and willingly to administrators. responded, 'He^^gKOt, man, how are school and its programs. able as possible to your school and ad­ manage and administrate your respon­ More important, however, follow you?' Ardforafewrnomffat!wbridged The key to establishing effective ministration. sibilities in a fair, honest and diligent through on those plans and ideas. If no an invisible and unnecessary gdp.9 communication is to break the barriers It is up to all individuals to take manner. If you are fair and honest, your action is executed, then knowledge, tffetticurrently exist. In the opening chargeoftheirowndevelopment. How­ opinion will be trusted. If you are dili­ fairness and honesty will not matter, for WILLIAM DONALDSON, chairman- example, silence was the barrier. Si­ ever, administrators have to provide an gent, you will be prepared. In any of nothing meaningful will be accom­ designate of trie New York Slock Exchange, lence builds tension and creates an environment for teachers to grow and these situations, your opinions will be plished. preaching at St. John the Divine Cathedra I unnecessary gap< that leads, to ineffi- develop, and also provide them with respected. In summary, effective communi­ in New York City. ciency and nonproductivity. the tools they need to do so. The key to maintaining your cred­ cation is essential to the success of any Silence is only one of the barriers Administrators can provide all ibility is to demonstrate the ability to school. In" order to better communi­ to effective communication, however. sorts of tools to support teachers, coaches make informed decisions in an appro­ cate, you must be knowledgeable and Communication is a critical ele­ Another hindrance is a lack of knowl­ and sponsors: Ongoing education, semi­ priate manner. It is imperative that credible in your field. Do not be silent ment in the success of any school. I edge and respect for the person commu­ nars, clinics, etc. But development, in decisions are made in the best interest orpassive. Ifyouwantyoursuggestions think everyone would agree that better nicating. In order to communicate and of itself, is an individual decision. of students in a manner consistent with heard and ideas considered, maintain established procedures. honesty, integrity and a willingness to You can become an expert in your learn through continuing" education. Alamo scholar/athletes chosen area by: Reading and studying the Con­ Credibility is established and stitution & Contest Rules; knowing maintained by demonstrating personal Creative arts scholarship program established your local school district policies; join­ and professional accuracy. When this. ing your professional organizations; at­ happens, you will become an integral This spring, Alamo Rent A Car renting a car with Alamo. the Aldine HighSchoolacademicaward tending clinics, workshops and confer­ part of your school, and your opinions will continue its focus of,promoting As the Alamo Scholar/Athlete of every year. ences; and networking with your col­ and ideas will not only be valued and excellence in education in Texas with the Week program comes to a close for • Carlos Walker secured a nomi­ leagues. respected but welcomed. the establishment of the Alamo Cre­ the 1993-94 school year, it once again nation to the U.S. Military Academy. ative Arts Scholarship program. can boast enormous success. To date, With a 4-2 grade point average, this Similar to the Alamo Scholar/Ath­ 94 high school seniors have been Fort Worth senior is ranked number TILF SCHOLARS SPEAK OUT lete award, which will return next fall, awarded $47,000 in UIL scholarships one in his class and expects to graduate the Creative Arts Scholarship program made possible by funds donated by as the valedictorian. Walker was foot­ is designed to acknowledge the efforts Alamo Rent A Car. ball co-captain and president of his of outstanding high school students in Five honorees were recognized in senior class at FW O. D. Wyatt HS. creative arts UIL competition catego­ December. They are: • Ryan Shelton, son of Hays HS ries. Details outlining the exact compo­ • Senior Cliff Williamson of San athletic director and head football nents of the program will be made avail­ Antonio Holmes, an offensive tackle, coach, Bob Shelton, maintains a 3.8 able in February. has a 95/100 grade point average and grade point average and is ranked 13 th Not only does the UIL Scholar­ academic class ranking of 17th in a class in his class. In addition to football, ship Fund profit through rebates from of nearly 500. Williamson is a member Shelton plays basketball and lettered in special UIL rental rates, but anyone of the National Honor Society, the track his freshman year as a high jumper. affiliated with the UIL has access to the English Honor Society and Mu Alpha • A 1993-94 All-State offensive rates. Every time anyone rents a car on Theta. honorable mention nominee, Celina Rate Code TO or TM, ID number •Jody Harrison ofAldine is ranked High School's Jody Farquhar has won 252660, from Alamo, a five percent in the top two percent of his class of two all-district and all-area honors. He rebate is donated to the UIL Scholar­ more than 400. Harrison has been a holds a 4.157 grade point average, is The experience that I have gained The UIL experience has taught ship Fund. Students and their families, Boy Scout since fifth grade and is on his ranked number one in his class and has through the UIL academic competition me the cause ana effect relationship of teachers and school administrators are way to earning his Eagle Badge, earned honors as a Congressional has clearly provided me with a solid using my time wisely. In spending an encouraged to request these rates when Scouting's highest honor. He has won Scholar for the State of Texas. foundation to build on. The fierce extra hour studying, attending a prac­ competition on the way to the lop of the tice meet, or receiving tutoring, I real­ UIL pyramidal structure forces contes­ ized that that hour had a meaning to petitioning the district executive committees of the district tants to utilize all of their available my future and was not wasted on a momentary diversion. UIL helped me in which the school is assigned and the committee of the resources if they are to have any chance Realignment at emerging on the top of the mountain. to make the connection between dedi­ district the school wishes to join. If both agree unanimously, Fortunately, we competitors are still con­ cation and success, which I greatly CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the school may move. sidered students and are provided with value now as this understanding has the committee could not find a better alternative." Or, the school may appeal to the Conference and wonderful people called coaches. Our allowed me toachiev e academic suc­ At present, the previous two years average daily mem­ District Review Board and later, in writing, to the Assign­ coaches are always there to support us cess. This discipline I takewit h me now bership are combined for a two year average. This average is ment Appeals Committee.. on our upward rise, and catch us when into college and I know I would not be used to place every high school in rank order, with the largest "No matter what happens, someone is going to be at the we fall, The UIL competition has taught there without it. school first and the smallest school last. The top 240-245 top of the cut-off figures and someone is going to be at the me teamwork, how to win, how to lose, how to listen, how to teach, and also Brenda Holftnum - VanAlstyne HS schools are placed in 5A, the next 185-190 become 4A, the bottom of the cut-off," Farney said. "And that means, that no matter whatyour are doing, you Welch Foundation Scholarship next 210-220 become 3 A, the next 210-220 become 2 A and someone isn't going to be happy with the alignment. Our task have to give that little something extra to approximately 300 schools remain in Conference A. Schools is to seek better methods of organizing schools in competi­ produce your best. with fewer than 80 students are permitted to play six-man tions and to periodically evaluate the process. It is vitally football. important that everyone - administrators, coaches, parents, Surya C. Singh - Mineral Wells HS For the time being, schools may appeal alignments by students and patrons - have input." Welch Foundation Scholarship • Page 8/ACADEMICS: January/February, 1994 r* < I ,,i y 1 i'--'\-;>Mi VL t4Wfa\)H*y \i 1 I- Speech/debate, academic coordinators workshop set Dates for a summer workshop have been set for UIL ing techniques. academic coordinators and speech coaches who are inter­ The workshop is planned for Friday, July 29 and ested in learning more about effective direction of their Saturday, July 30 at Jester Centet Hall at The University programs. Sessions for coordinators will cover such topics of Texas Austin. Registration for the workshop will begin as "Where to Begin: Duties of the UIL Coordinator," at 9:30 a.m. on July 29 and the workshop will conclude "Energizing Your UIL Program," Rule Changes," "How to with lunch on July 30. Engage Participation (Students and Faculty)," and "Sub­ The cost for the workshop, one night's lodging and mitting a Budget to the School Board." three meals (2 lunches and 1 breakfast) is $75. In order to The speech/debate sessions are designed to give plan adequately, we need to know approximately how orientation to the novice and rejuvenate the experienced many will attend. coach. Workshops will cover all UIL speech and debate A registration form is below for your convenience. contest areas, with information about resources and coach­ Feel free to photocopy form as needed.

UIL ACADEMIC COORDINATOR / SPEECH COACH Summer Workshop (July 29-30, 1994)

REGISTRATION' FORM

Name: "v"> o. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING. UIL academic director Pat Wisdom (right) presents a "" r*lE bfl« .0015 special certificate of appreciation to Betty Culp of the University of North Texas. Betty recently retired from UNT. She serving with distinction as Region II, Conference 4A spring School: meet director and as host of one of the four UIL fall student activities SuperConference's. Her hard work and dedicated service are greatly appreciated, and she will be missed Address: by those who worked with her. Beth Stribling has been appointed to succeed her. Summer Address: Tips offered School Phone: Home Phone: for stale-bound

Check: Coordinator Enclosed: Registration Fee: $75 Speech / Debate Coach Workshop, lodging, 1 night, 3 meals G-X debaters Both

The Cross-Examina- Complete application and mail with check or money order to UIL Summer Workshop Coordinator, UIL, Box tion Debate Contest Re­ 8028, UT Station, Austin, TX 78713-8028. sults Form can be found on page 20 of the District Director's Handbook. Con­ JUHKTV«1 Director commended for outstanding production test directors should return this form to the League of­ OiiHnFijOjrji CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 value the true implications set-forth in dents. Through directing the one-act fice by Feb. 21. This form performed at contest. Even at this early the UIL One-Act Play Competition. I play, I have fallen in love with this art. serves as the official entry ^^^~ stage, it was a beautiful show that I feel commend th is teacherfor selecting good, I hope that those who have not had an to State for each district. mystudentsbenefitedfromseeing. The solid literature for his students. He opportunity to internalize the entire Make sure you get your coach's Texas voted for "immigration" as the students performing were obviously chose a play that would encourage the process and its meaning for the stu­ packet if you have a winning team at preferred topic area. "Proliferation of learning a great deal about literature most theatrical growth for his com­ dents, teachers, and community will yout district meet. Coaches who have biological, chemical and nuclear weap­ and the dedication needed for a quality pany. not criticize but join in to support this teams advancing must complete and ons" was the second favorite atea, and production. I felt honored to have Thank you for allowing me the worthwhile competition. return both judging forms by March 1. "Africa" was a close third. provided an opportunity fot my stu­ opportunity to voice my opinions. As One form ptovides information fot judg­ The study report on immigration dents to see quality work on the stage. the season for competition is nearing, I Sincerely, ing assignments, and the questionnaire was written and presented to the debate As for the director of the production, he wanted the opportunity to shed a more Renee Casey provides information for contest direc­ topic selection committee by Texas is an outstanding teacher who is an positive light on a production that is One-Act Play Director tors and debaters. If you are hiring coach Gay Hollis, formerly at Kingwood inspiration to all of us who know and worth producing with high school stu­ Ralls High School someone to serve as a judge for your High School. school, please see that they complete We will be mailing the ballots for both forms and give them a copy of the voting on specific immigration resolu­ INVITATIONAL MEETS schedule and other important materi­ tions in early February, and your vote als. needs to be returned to our office by Feb. 14 - Literary Meet, with a full Feb. 11-12 - All UIL events, Test B, Feb. 12 - All UIL events for Class A, Most rounds will not have time­ March 3. The National Federation will Debate starts Friday. A&M AA, and AAA high schools, and all slate of contests, using original tests announce the final voting results on UIL events for Junior High Class A - for the high school and Set C UIL keepers, and debaters should bring a Consolidated High School, College March 15. Please return your vote so Station. Contact: Linda Coats or schools, Robert E. Lee High School, materials for JH, Stamford Jr/Sr High stopwatch to C-X State to time or allow yout pteference can be included. Debbie Lange, 409/764-5500. Robert E. Lee TX. Contact: Jack School, Stamford TX. Contact: a judge to use their watches. Alternates Tennison, 915/453-2333. Markay Rister, 915/773-2701. or other non-participants interested in The UIL office still has some cop­ Feb.12- Number Sense, Calculator, timing are welcome. Instructions for ies of Debating Health Care Reform: A Mathematics, Science, and Feb. 19 - All UIL events except Feb. 26 - Academic Meet with a full timekeepers will be available at the Primer from HEALTH AFFAIRS, ed­ Computer Science. UIL invitational Debate and Extemporaneous slate of contests. San Antonio^East registration desk. ited by John K. Iglehart. Debate coaches materials set B; Bridge City High Speaking, Tivy High School, Central High School. Contact Pam The results of the national vote for can still obtain a free copy, by sending a Kerville. Contact: Shirley Leifeste, Smith, 210/649-1327 or 210/667- School. Contact: Faye Parish, 409/ the C-X problem area for 1994-95 were request with their name, school, con­ 735-5516. 210/257-2211, ext. 312. 1898 (home). announced by the National Federation ference, and mailing address. Please of High School Associations on Jan. 15. type or print clearly. Phone orders will Along with the majotity of other states, not be accepted.

I Page 9/ACADEMKS: January/February, 1994 Seniors Jason Jones (left) and Randy Griffin hold six-man state title trophy after Panther Creek's 56-23 victory over Dell - their second consecutive state Six-Man crown. Photo by Granger Huntress.

Stephenville junior Todd Kirbo and Brad Jobe lewis (#10) Robinson signal TD in celebrates after Wimberley's last- intercepting a pass second 37-35 loss to in the 4A finals win Paul Pewitt in the 2A over La Marque. semifinals. Photo by Photo by Joey Lin. Bradley Wibon. Focus on the good that competition produces My daughter scored two points for the wrong caught up in the pressures of winning and losing their child be an all-state athlete than for their team the other night. Taking a pass from an and forgetting the purpose of the activities. In a child's team to win the state championship. But a equally confused seventh grade teammate, she did National Federation study, the number one reason coach should not blame a kid for the desires or what she was taught to do - put the ball in the why girls and boys participate in high school sports actions of parents. basket. At first, I was embarrassed, for her and of Charles is to have fun. Unfortunately, lack of fun was the Students need to keep the purpose of athletic course, for myself. Then I became angry. I mean, Brcithaupt leading reason for dropping out. Winning was not competition sharply in focus as well. Academics hadn't she seen hundreds of games and played in a seen as a major benefit of sports by young people should always be placed above extracurricular hundred others ? As a former coach, hadn't her dad who participate. In the same study, skill develop­ activities. Students often have lofty visions of taught her the game? Surely she knew better. This ment was considered a crucial part of fun and where their abilities can take them. No matter is a straight-A student. Following my short-lived viewed as more important than winning, even how talented a player might be, athletic careers rage (1 was sitting by my wife) 1 tried to sort out fact that many good players had scored for the among the best athletes. will end at some point. Very few player make it to what had happened and why. wrong team, even in high school varsity games. 1 am both thankful and fortunate that my the NFL or NBA, and only a small percentage of My first thoughts were to rationalize her And we all remember Jim Marshall of the Minne­ daughter's coaches share this same philosophy. high school athletes receive college scholarships. mistake. Fixing the blame is probably the more sota Vikings running the wrong way for a touch While winning and the pursuit of excellence are Students should learn to enjoy the competition correct expression. If her teammate had gone in down. This made her feel somewhat better and at important, the coaches don't forget the develop­ and be prepared for what comes after school ath­ the right direction, perhaps this wouldn't have that point she made what I felt to be a most ment of the total child. My daughter could have letic careers are completed. Placing too much happened. Someone should have warned her profound statement. She said, "Dad, I just lost my been totally destroyed if her coach had mishandled emphasis on receiving a scholarship or playing before she shot. Following these irrational thoughts, focus." the situation. However, she was positive in her professionally can decrease the enjoyment of in- I began to make excuses for her. Afterall, she did As I thought about what she said, that one corrective measures and most importantly, she terscholastic competition. have an orthodontist appointment earlier that day word kept coming back to me - focus. It's often allowed my daughter to maintain her dignity. Finally, all of usshould realize thatUILgames and was in the dentist's chair for nearly three easy for us - from administrators and coaches to Unfortunately, there may be students who do not are played by and for the greatest natural resource hours. Surely that was why she made this error. parents and students - to lose our focus. We forget have the benefit of the fine coaching that my that our state has ever produced, the children of Finally, the game was ovei and her team was that our athletic activities, while important, are daughter receives. I am saddened when I see young Texas. The most rewarding challenges of sports victorious, putting their record at an unblemished just games. people mistreated and humiliated because of mis­ are those that lead to self-knowledge. We all need 9-0. While I was relieved that at least her basket As administrators, we often lose sight of the takes made in contests. Once again, coaches need to work hard to focus on the good that these did not cost her team the game, I still had a tough fact that the athletic competition is for the stu­ to remember that it is only a game. students produce through competition, remem­ time dealing with the mistake. How could she do dents. We tend to take things too seriously in our Parents can also lose focus when their chil­ bering that the most valuable rewards of athletics this to me? attempts to legislate and administrate the rules dren are involved in athletics. When parents are those that are intrinsic - those that create By the time the bus returned home and I concerning students and contests. Our job as place undue pressure on children and the coaches lifetime athletes. Those rewards are more impor­ picked her up, I had regained my composure. I administrators, whether in a local district or at the of their children to succeed, irreparable damage tant than extrinsic awards (victory or attention consoled her and tried to soothe the situation. She UIL, should encompass the support of the young can be done. But coaches need to be sympathetic from others). was crushed and embarrassed by the experience, people of this state in their endeavors to compete. to parents. Yes, students will make mistakes, just as we and I felt a tremendous sympathy for her. Despon­ Our focus should be on providing educational Parenting is a difficult job, and sometimes, in will. But if we focus on the children, positively dent as she was, I felt it best not to discuss the opportunities for these student-athletes and not wanting the best for their children, parents are influencing and guiding them at every opportu­ incident with her. on self-serving issues. unrealistic in their expectations and demands. It nity, they will focus on achieving excellence in all The next morning, I consoled her with the Coaches too can lose their focus, getting has been said that most parents would rather that areas of life.

I Page 10/SPORTS: January/February, 1994 What do I do if....? PUBLIC REPRIMANDS The following personnel have been issued a public reprimand and placed on Having a contingency plan can mitigate bad weather anxieties probation for one year in accordance with Section 1208 (h) for being ejected from a Unpredictable weather patterns across Texas playing date not to exceed one game per school contest for unsportsmanlike conduct: often place tournament directors in a quandary. week. If make-up district varsity games begin to The suspensions, postponements and cancella­ conflict, the order of the make-up games should COACH, SCHOOL tions of baseball or Softball games seem to haunt reflect the original schedule. This may be done host coaches as seasons change. By having a Cynthia without adjusting the remaining regularly sched­ • BASKETBALL uled games unless the district executive commit­ James Crenshaw, Pearland HS contingency plan, many of the conflicts associated James Sykes, Coldspring HS with rescheduling can be reduced. Varsity and, Doyle tee suggests other alternatives. Bobby Carson, Hearne HS Pre-district and district games that are "called" Ray Snider, Fort Worth Western Hills HS sub-varsity baseball or softball tournament post­ Maurice Evans, Grapevine HS ponement questions can be addressed before schools prior to the 5th inning shall be declared "no Barbara Townsccnd, Terrell Middle School leave the playing field, or varsity games can be games." If teams must schedule a make-upgame, Greg Carter, Galena Part HS Dennis Bither, Columbia HS rescheduled according to U1L guidelines, and the same calendar week. If play cannot be resumed the score will begin at 0-0, unless tj&d "District Dusty Calhoun, Memorial HS National Federation rules. during the same calendar week, the final round of Executive Committee rules otherwise. In post- Earl Williamson, Industrial HS district play, suspended games" may resume at the Ronald Foster, Killeen Smith Middle School When planning a tournament, participating a tournament may be played during another week Eddie Fortenbeny, Lockney schools should be aware of your contingency plan. on a Friday, Saturday (or school holiday) with no point of suspension as agreed upon by the District Dusty Loewe, Grand Saline If this plan involves an alternate site or a make-up loss of school time. The finalroun d of tournament Executive Committee. Baseball and softball, like Earl Claiborne, Carthage other UIL team sports, are limited to one scheduled David Benbow, Goliad date, information should be included in district 'r5lay may,be played in addition to any regularly Ralph Perez, Mtrando City minutes or in tournament information packets. scheduled games or tournaments if the tourna­ contest per school week (12:01 a.m. on the first . Oliver Hadnut, Jasper instructional day of the calendar week through the James Griffin, San Antonio Whither Middle School When inclement weather causes a delay in tourna­ ment was suspended due to weather, H close of the last instructional day of the calendar Michael DeCello, Donna ment play, the schools involved have several op­ Matched Qames: During the school week, Jackie McNew, Eldorado week excluding holidays). Exceptions would be tions. school may schedule one contest (matched game Jackie Henderson, San Antonio Sam Houston district varsity contests postponed by inclement Scott Nelson, Lamar HS or double header) on Monday through Thursday. Juan Robledo, Ingleside HS weather. However, baseball and softball are not BASEBALL/SOFTBALL If the scheduled district varsity game is postponed Kirk Chastain, Early MS limited in the number of contests per calendar Todd Evans, Terrell TOURNAMENT due to weather or public disaster, a make-up week. This flexibility allows'schools to play mul­ Rick Little, Spurger district varsity game could be scheduled within tiple contests from Friday after school through Paul Johnston, Mesquite Sunny Vale MS • A game that has gone five innings or more the next seven days (excluding Sunday). Robert Gavett, El Paso Guillen Int. Saturday night. Jill Burtchell, Tomball BeckendorfJHS will be considered a complete game. The result of this make-up policy would Michael Carrabine, Sweeny • A tournament that is cancelled prior to the allow two district varsity contests during the same By having a contingency plan in baseball or John Jones, Aubrey semi final round may be counted on the season school week. One contest would be the scheduled softball, most varsity schedules can be completed- Benny Bobo, FW Castleberry Steve Comer, Spring Branch North Brook record as either matched games or as a tourna­ game, and the second contest would be the game without resorting to the flip of a coin. As district Robert Martinez, La Joya MS ment. which was postponed due to inclement weather. executive committees address possible weather Thomas Hines, Sweetwater MS postponements and adequately share this infor­ Don Pittman, San Angelo Jones MS • When inclement weather prevents the A make-up district varsity game that is not Josie Carter, Arlington Lamar . playing of a finalroun d of a tournament, play may scheduled within seven days of postponement mation with appropriate coaches, anxiety caused Mark Harris, Kaufman resume on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday during would need to be scheduled on the next available by unpredictable weather can be lessened. Tim Gray, Coldspring Jane Laws, Tatt Randy Clasen, San Marcos JHS Vince Stark, CC Miller Mike Sorrenson, Brazosport HS Associations on solid ground if procedures followed Ray Snider, Fort Worth Western Hills HS Randall Mason, Iredell HS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 ing designated procedures of their constitution, that the activities program is not for all but for • SOCCER Generally, courts have held that a voluntary because, "It is a privilege, not a right to participate those students with exceptional talents in an ac­ Richard Pardo, La Porte organization of schools has the right through pro­ in association activities." tivity, who desire further motivation and compe­ Terry Waldrep, Chapel Hill HS cedures listed in its constitution to make rules and The third principle that any association must tition in developing their particular talents. Terry Houston, Fort Worth Boswell HS Dale Cowser, Langham Creek HS regulations and to enforce those rules and regula­ follow is that all activities it sponsors, in order to Many court cases have reiterated the prin­ Don Smith, Silsbee HS tions on member schools. It is important legally be justified as educational, must develop from the ciples mentioned above, that participation is vol­ that all rules and changes in a constitution be basic secondary curricula. As an illustration, out untary and is a privilege and not a right. If state • BASEBALL Robert Johnson, Barbers Hill HS carried out exactly as prescribed under the of a regular basic physical education course comes associations follow due process procedures, de­ Brad Holcomb, Frenship HS association's rules, and that all enforcement of interschool athletic activities for both boys and velop rules and regulations through an approved Steve Stone, Wichita Falls Rider HS Kevin Matthews, Waller HS rules and regulations be in exact accordance with girls. Out of basic speech courses comes debate, process, and enforce them without deviation, they Gary Lejarzar, Richland HS listed procedures. If irregular practices are fol­ informative speaking, persuasive speaking, poetry should be on solid ground when they encounter Roel Olson, Rio Grande City HS lowed, then this is just cause for legal action as the interpretation, prose reading and oral reading. litigation. They may lose cases at the lower court Lou Prestidge, Mesquite HS Joe Carrillo, El Paso Parkland HS constitution is not being fairly implemented. And so on through the basic activities program. level, especially in local courts, but should be Kenny Kershaw, Marble Falls HS Thus the Courts have held consistently that A state association that sponsors an activity upheld in the higher courts of appeals where judges Pat Loter, Marion HS Danny Gex, Stratford HS voluntary organizations have authority to enforce not coming from a basic secondary course is on rule on law more so than emotion or pressure from Steve Drummond, North Hopkins HS regulations made by members of that group follow­ unstable educational ground. It should be noted local voters. Larry Cole, Forest Brook HS Jorge Cabazos, Rio Grande City HS Nick Junior, Mabank HS 2A state golf date moved Ronnie Wilson, Tatum HS Dwight Patrick, Magnolia HS Solving 'win-at-all-costs' mentality The Conference 2A playing dates for Randy Hill, Abilene HS the 1994 UIL State Golf Tournament have Joe Sears, Henderson HS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Jimmy Webster, Floydada HS reported their own teams or coaches for violating been moved to Monday and Tuesday, May 9 Casey Sanchez, South San Antonio West HS communities (and our society in general), we do rules. They should have been applauded. This and 10, at ] immy Clay Golf Course in Austin. Randy Lancaster, Brownwood HS not find the honesty and integrity in all of our again is due to our society's or communities' desire Jim Long, El Campo HS The Conference A boys' and girls' tourna­ Calvin Barber, Centervtlle HS parents, children, and yes, even our coaches and to win regardless of how. ment will remain at Lion's Municipal Golf administrators, that we should. We sometimes Hopefully we can change this trend and be Course on Thursday and Friday, May 12 and • SOFTBALL Sharon Reid, Lufkin HS don't want to find out why a boy or girl is moving more open and honest, leam to respect opponents 13. The moving of Conference 2A to an Julie Goodman, Alvin HS because we know they will help us. We don't want and play by the intent and letter of the rules. earlier date was done to help elevate the pace David Sine, Willis HS to know if our coach is in violation of the rules Wouldn't this be what is best for the education of of play and alleviate the overcrowding prob­ • FOOTBALL because he is winning and has great support in the all our students? Isn't this why we have competi­ lem at both golf courses. David Bell, Tuloso-Midway High School community. We turn our heads so we can say we tive athletics in our schools? The other conferences will remain the Les Davis, Lockhart High School don't know or, in some cases, don't report all of the John Gilliam, Estacado Junior High School The members of the Legislative Council and same as previous years. Also, the golf coaches Jimmy Irvin, Hardin High School facts to the district executive committee. the UIL staff are open to any proposed solutions to manuals have the wrong dates for the 1994 Len Angelone, Alvin High School And then, on a few instances, school admin­ curb these negative effects of the "winning at all state tournament. All, except Conference istrators have been forced to resign because they costs" attitude. 2A, will play on May 12 and 13.

I Page 11 /SPORTS: January/February, 1994 trumpets, trombone, tuba) HOOKS ISD The State Executive Committee issued for the remainder of the 1992-93 season tend the 1993-94 organizational meeting of tended his probation through July 7,1995, Page 112 - String Orchestra Grade III: The State Executive Committee is­ a public reprimand to Mr. James Whaley and put him on probation through March the local Southwest Baseball Umpires As­ for causing violations of the amateur rule. Pochon-Pochon Academic Album (delete sued a public reprimand to Coach Marty cross-country coach, Dallas Hillcrest High 5,1994, for violation of the Athletic Code. sociation, and to Invite coaches from the In addition Mr. Hooks was suspended from #8 from listing) Rennet of Hooks High School, placed School, and suspended him from the first As a condition of probation Mr. Sartor is to other schools in the UIL playing district to six football games of the 1993-94 season. Page 197 - Tenor-Bass Voice Class II: htm on probation through February 5, cross country meet in 1993-94 for exceed­ attend five meetings of the local chapter of attend the meeting. The committee also The committee also issued a public repri­ Donaudy-Thirty-six Arie dt Stile Anttco, I 1994, and suspended him from three bas­ ing the maximum number of allowed cross the Southwest Baseball Umpires Associa­ issued a public reprimand to Rio Grande mand to West Orange Stark High School Serie (sing #9 or 11) ketball games of the 1991-92season. Asa country meets during the 1992-93 season. tion during the 1993-94 school year, in­ City HS and put the school on probation in and placed the football program on proba­ condition of probation, Mr. Renner is Page 87 - Miscellaneous Brass Trios cluding the initial meeting, and is to invite baseball through June 16, 1994, for viola­ tion through September 13, 1994, for al­ Class II: Boismortier/Shaw-Sonata (play required to arrange a meeting between JASPER ISD other coaches from the area to attend with tion of the Athletic Code. The school lowing complimentary tickets to football any movement) (3 horns) administrators, coaches and officials to The State Executive Committee issued him, in an effort to become better ac­ administration is to develop and imple­ games to be given to student athletes and/ develop a plan to prevent future incidents a public reprimand to Jasper High School quainted with the rules and to become an ment a plan to educate students, fans, and or their parents. KARNACK ISD of unsportsmanslike conduct and report for violation of the Athletic Code and put advocate tor officials. The State Executive school personnel of behavior expected at The District 21 A Executive Commit­ on the plan to the UIL office by July 1, the school on probation through February Committee also commended the adminis­ UIL contests. Dan Hooks, Football Coach of West tee issued a public reprimand to Kamack 1992. 9,1994. tration of Hereford ISD for their prompt Orange-Stark HS, has been issued a public High School and placed the school on and candid approach-to the matter. MERCEDES HS reprimand and suspended from the first two probation in football for one year, through CORPUSCHRISTIISD(MOODYHS) MUSIC MEMORY The State Executive Committee is­ football games of the 1993-94 season for November 6, 1993, for failing to comply The State Executive Committee up­ The Music Memory Bulletin Bass Clef DONNA HS sued a public reprimand to Mr. Alfredo soliciting a grade change for a student ath­ with UIL rules. held the decision of the District 30 . Book contains the only official list for the The State Executive Committee sus­ Cardona, Mercedes HS, for falsifying lete. AAAAA Executive Committee and is­ 1993-94 school year. pended Mr. Michael DeCetlo, Donna HS, records, and put him on probation through MCALLEN ISD sued a public reprimand to Mr. Hector from the first twelve basketball games of the June 16,1994. The State Executive Committee issued Mr. Camilo Rodriguez, coach at Rowe Salinas, Coach at Corpus Christi Moody PICTURE MEMORY 1993-94 season for being ejected from a a public reprimand to Mr. Cornel Thomp­ High School, McAllen, was issued a public High School, and placed htm on proba­ Students in grades 4 and 5 will be re­ basketball game while on probation for WESTERN HILLS HS son of West Orange Stark High School and reprimand by the State Executive Commit­ tion through March 26,1994, for moving sponsible for the Art Smart Picture Memory having previously been ejected from a game. Walter Miller, Football Coach of put him on probation through September tee for allowing students to play in football for athletic purposes and violating the Contest Bulletin for 1993-94 and 1994-95. The committee also issued a public repri­ Fort Worth Western Hills HS, has bee 13, 1994, for violation of practice restric­ games on consecutive nights. He was sus­ Athletic Code. The official list in the Picture Memory Con­ mand to Mr. DeCello and put him on issued a public reprimand with probation tions. pended from the last three football games of test Bulletin for 1993-95 is the final author­ probation through the 1993-94 school year. and suspended from the first football game the 1992-93 season and placed on proba­ BROWNSVILLE PORTER ity. Thel993-94artselectionsarenewand A conditionof probation is that Mr. DeCello of the 1993-94 season for allowing an ineli­ BROCK HS tion through the 1994-95 school year. On August 6t 1991, the State Execu­ will be used for two years. attend five meetings of the local chapter of gible player to participate in spring train­ The District 11A Executive Commit­ The State Executive Committee issued tive Committee issued a public repri­ the Southwest Basketball Officials Asso­ ing. tee issued a public reprimand to Brock High a public reprimand to McAllen Rowe High mand to Brownsville Porter High School, SPELLING ciation, including the initial meeting of the School and placed the volleyball program School and placed the school on probation put the school on probation through Au­ Attention Elementary and Jr. High 1993-94 season. He is to invite other OFFICIAL INTERPRETATIONS on probation through September 15,1994, through December 15,1993. Theschoolis gust 5,1994, and required that: Spellers! Students in Grades 3-4, 5-6, and coaches from the area to attend these meet­ The State Executive Committee on for failure to participate in volleyball after required to develop a plan to educate par­ (1) the school board formally ac­ 7-8 will be responsible for spelling words ings and communicate with them after­ July 8,1993, issued the following interpre­ agreeing to participate. ents, students and teachers of the impor­ cepts the plan developed by the Manage­ contained in the A+ Spelling List for 1993- wards regarding the benefits of having at­ tation of Section 5 (I), (r), (bb) and (cc) tance of following UIL rules. ment Team; and 94. It is important to have the most current tended. The State Executive Committee and Section 1400(d) the UIL Constitution WESTERN HILLS HS (2) that the UIL programs at Porter spelling list (1993). Significant revisions of also issued a public reprimand to Donna HS and Contest Rules: The beginning date for Mr. Walter Miller, football coach at Fort BROWNSVILLE ISD High School remain under the supervi­ the old list have been made. and put the school on probation in boys' 7th and 8th grade football practice outside Worth Western Hills High School, has The State Executive Committee issued sion of the Management Team through Please make the following corrections basketball through April 13,1994, for vio­ the school day in non-traditional school been issued a public reprimand, suspended a public reprimand to Mr. Gus Zavaletta, the three year probationary period. in the A+ SpeUing List for 1993-94: lation of the Athletic Code. year settings shall coincide with the day from the first football game of the 1993-94 coach, Brownsville Porter High School, 3/4 skillful, skilful other schools (within the UIL district) be­ season, and placed on probation through suspended htm "from coaching all UIL ac­ SOCCER RULE ERROR 7/8 chaos (C) BRAZOS HS gin their traditional school year. July 7,1994 for allowing an ineligible player tivities through December 15, 1993, and Rule 12, Section 7, Article 2 of the 7/8 gullible, gullable The State Executive Committee is­ Seventh and 8th grade volleyball to participate in spring training. placed him on probation through Decem­ SocceT Rule Book should state: Art. 2...A sued a public reprimand to Mr. Danny practice in non-traditional school year set­ ber 15, 1994, for soliciting grade changes goalkeeper shall not intentionally parry FRENSHIP HS Rogers, Wallis Brazos HS, and put him on tings can be held anytime during the tradi­ DALLAS ISD for student athletes. the ball and then take possession or con­ The State Executive Committee is­ probation through April 13, 1994, for vio­ tional or non-traditional school year, pro­ The District 10 AAAAA Executive trol of it with his/her hands before it has sued a public reprimand to Mr. Brad lation of the Athletic Code. vided it does not exceed 86 consecutive Committee issued a public reprimand to SAN ANTONIO HIGHLANDS been played (or touched) by another player Holcomb, Frenship HS, for violation of the calendar days to practice outside the school the girls' varsity basketball teams of Dallas The State Executive Committee sus­ {of the same team outside the penalty area Athletic Code, restrictedhim to the dugout MIRANDO CITY HS day; 79 of the 86 days may be used to Kimball and Dallas Spruce, and put Wh pended Mr. Gary Clark of San Antonio or an opposing player either inside or for the remainder of the 1992-93 season, The State Executive Committee sus­ complete scrimmages and matches; equip­ schools on probation through February 19, Highlands High School from coaching any outside the penalty area.) This restriction and put him oh probation through April pended Mr. Ralph Perez, M irando City HS, ment may be checked out to players on any 1994, for viofction of the Athletic Code. UIL activity or being involved in UIL ac­ shall not include those situations in which 13, 1994- As a condition of probationMr. from the first 12 basketball games of the one day during the week preceding the first The committee also placedthe boys'varsity tivities in any way, including scouting, the ball accidentaly rebounds from the Holcomb is to attend five meetings of the 1993-94 season for being ejected from a day of school. The school would need to basketball team of Dallas Kimball High through February 26,1993, and was placed goalkeeper making a save or play.** local chapter of the Southwest Baseball basketball game while on probation for schedule their season to coincide with the School on probaton through February 25, on probation through Febntary 26,1994 for The words in bracked { ) must be Umpires Association during the 1993-94 havingpreviously been ejected from a game. schools they plan to compete against. 1994 for violation of the Athletic Code and knowingly playingan ineligible player. San added to page 33 and page 44. school year, including the initial meeting, The committee also issued a public repri­ Ninth grades which are part of the for using an ineligible player.Brock High Antonio Highlands High School was is­ and is to invite other coaches from the area mand to Mr. Rogers and put him on proba­ middle school come under rules for high School and placed the volleyball program sued a public reprimand and placed on CHILTON HS to attend with him, in an effort to become tion through April 13, 1994. A condition schools. on probation through September 15,1994, probation through February 26,1993, and The State Executive Committee Is­ better acquainted with the rules and to of probation is that Mr. Perez attend five for failure to participate in volleyball after required to develop and submit a plan to sued a public reprimand to Mr. Darrin become an advocate for officials. The State meetings of the local chapter of the South­ AQUILLA HS agreeing to participate.The District 10 the UIL to educate coaches and avoid this Bickham, former coach at Chilton High Executive Committee also commended the west Basketball Officials Association dur­ The State Executive Committee issued AAAAA Executive Committee placed type of situation. School, and placed him on probation administration of Frenship ISD for the ing the 1993-94 school year, including the a public reprimand to Aquilla High School Dallas Spruce High School on probation through October 21, 1997, for falsifying prompt and effective resolution of this initial meeting, and that he encourage, in and put the school on probation in One- through October 21,1994, for violation of DALLAS ISD documents. matter. writing, other coaches in the area to attend Act Play through September 13, 1994 for the AthleticCode. The probation includes The State Executive Committee issued with him. The committee also issued a failure to participate after signing a partici­ conduct of Spruce spectators and all stu­ a public reprimand to Ms. Carmen PRESCRIBED MUSIC LIST WOODVILLE ISD public reprimand to Mirando City HS, to pation card. dents in school organizations that support Hardcastle of Dallas Lincoln High School Page 119 - Viola Solo Class I: Bach/ The District 24-AAA Executive Com­ put the school's boys' basketball program athletics. for violation of the Athletic Code and put Casadeus-Concerto in C Minor (play one mittee placed the baseball program at on probation through April 13, 1994, and AUSTIN LBJ her on probation through February 9,1994- movement) Woodville ISD on a one-year probation for required the school district to develop and The State Executive Committee issued The Disttict 10 AAAAA Executive They also issued a public reprimand to Page 32 - Clarinet Solo Class I; Stamitz- violation of the UIL amateur rule. The submit to the UIL a plan to improve knowl­ a public reprimand to Mr. Ray Jackson, Committee put Dallas Sunset High school Dallas Lincoln High School girls* basket­ Concerto No.3 in B-flat Major (play one committee also stated that the Woodville edge of UIL rules. Austin LBJ High School, and put him on on probation in girls' volleyball through ball program and put the school on proba­ movement) MCA program will be required toforefit all confess probation in track through September 13, October 21,1994, for violation of the Ath­ tion through February 9, 1994- Page 64 - Flute Trio Class I: Kuhlau- in which the ineligible player participated RIO GRANDE CITY HS 1994,forviolationoftheAthleticCode. In letic Code. The District 10-5A Executive Commit­ Three Grand Trios Op. 86 (play one move­ during the 1992-93 school year. The State Executive Committee is­ addition, Mr. Jackson was suspended from tee issued a public reprimand to Dallas ment of one trio) (published separately) sued a public reprimand to Mr. George the first track meet of the 1993-94 season. LINCOLN-DOUGLAS DEBATE Spruce High School and Dallas Kimball Page 66 - Three B-Flat Clarinets Class HEREFORD HS Cabazos, Rio Grande City HS, and put him Resolution for January through May: High School and placed the girls' basket­ I: Bouffil-Grand Trio Op. 8 (play two The State Executive Committee is­ on probation in baseball through June 16, WEST-ORANGE STARK Resolved: That the United States ought to ball programs of both schools on probation movements) sued a public reprimand to Mr. T. R. Sartor, 1994, for violation of the Athletic Code. The State Executive Committee issued place greater emphasis on humanitarian through February 19,1994, for violation of Page 91 -Four Brass Class 1: Vasconi- Hereford HS, restricted him to the dugout As a condition of probation Mr. Cabazos a public-reprimand to Mr. Dan Hooks, considerations in the conduct of its foreign the Athletic Code. Images (play movements 2 and 3) (2 and the coaching staff are required to at­ West Orange Stark High School, and ex­ poUcy.

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