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VOL LXIV. NO. 5 DECEMBER, 1979 AUSTIN, TEXAS Public education on UIL needed, Johnson claims Supt. Jack Johnson of Southlake was —Calculator applications contest. The unanimously elected chairman, and Bill council unanimously approved a motion Vardeman of Levelland vice-chairman, approving the calculator contest, and al­ during final action of the League Legis­ lowing director Dr. John Cogdell to make lative Council, which held its annual needed adjustments as the contest evolves gathering November 3-4 at Austin's Mar­ further. riott Inn. The calculator contest will replace the Johnson, who succeeds Joe B. Scrivner slide rule contest beginning with the of Irving as leader of the 20-member rule­ 1980-81 school year. making body, told the members it was —Approved a recommendation that a imperative that the public be informed committee be appointed by the council of the League program and the impor­ chairman and the League director to con­ tance of keeping it in the hands of sist of two public school administrators educators. and one debate coach from each confer­ "In just the past year, we've begun to ence. The committee will work on tight­ contact our community leaders and to tell ening the debate rules, updating the de­ the story of the Interscholastic League, bate manual and recommending any ad­ but we must continue to sell our program ministrative changes which would im­ to the public," Johnson said. "The UIL is prove the district and regional debate the finest organization of its type in the competition. nation, and it'll be our job to educate our Appointments to the committee are COUNTRY STROLL—Burkburnetfs Andrew Daniels (156) and Patsy Norman of El public and let them know that the League forthcoming. Paso coasted to impressive wins at the state cross country meet, held Saturday, Dec I didn't get where it is today by accident, Other non-athletic considerations in­ but rather by the dedicated efforts of edu­ cluded : in Georgetown. For full results, see page 7. cators who developed a purely amateur —The unanimous approval of a recom­ program based on equal and fair competi­ mendation banning the acceptance of tion." monetary awards or other valuable con­ "In his parting words, outgoing chair­ siderations as prizes in music contests Orders reach record high man Scrivner echoed Johnson's senti­ or participating in a contest offering such ments. considerations. If you waited until yesterday to junior high and elementary levels. "We're in a new era, a new day in Persons, teams or music organizations order material from the UIL state of­ Another influence on the order de­ which all institutions have come under found in violation of the rule would be fice that you'll be needing tomorrow, luge is the new Prescribed Music List, public scrutiny," he said. "We—the pub­ ineligible for a 12-month period following odds are you may not receive it in which serves a four-year period. lic school people—know the benefits of participation in the contest. The rule does time. "Our publications order library the UIL program, but it's not enough that not prevent uniformly pro-rating rebates For a variety of reasons, the people are filling orders as quickly as we alone know. We must spread the word or other monies to be given to each school League publications order library is possible, and we still have not man­ throughout our communities if the or participant in the contest, however. running about six weeks behind, said aged to keep up with the demand," League is to remain the amateur and edu­ —The State Marching Band Contest, Bailey Marshall, League director. Marshall said. "School people can ex­ cational organization it has been and is hosted by the University of Texas De­ Publications orders were setting all- pedite the operation by ordering at today." partment of Music, was amended so that time highs, Marshall said, thanks in least six-weeks ahead of time, double- Items brought before the council dealt a region may certify two bands earning part to the increased interest in checking all order and payment primarily with athletics. Two academic a Division I from each high school con- League contests, especially in the figures, and being patient." subjects discussed were: (See UIL, page 7) Policy committee proposals okayed Council orders review of spring meet structure A study of the overall League spring sory or mental disabilities which make it —Ordered the League office to continue of problems of competition with regard meet structure as well as a review of all impossible for them to compete effec­ selecting regional sites under present to the large schools. League activities which account for loss tively with students who do not have stated procedures as well as ordered the The Athletic Committee was ordered to of student and staff time are in the such disabilities; (2) A school whose reclassification and realignment pro­ study the feasibility of the inclusion of works, the result of action taken by the students are enrolled in the school as cedures be continued. Also ordered was soccer for Conference AAAAA schools Legislative Council, November 3-4 in part of a process of rehabilitation for the continuing of a study of the reclassi­ only, and the council passed a proposal Austin. law violations. fication procedures ont he off-years. banning live animal mascots present at The proposals, offered for considera­ In other action on Policy Committee The council also ordered continued League contests, and prohibiting such tion by the newly-formed Policy Commit­ matters, the council: policies for selecting state contest direc­ items as cannons, firearms or pyrotechnic tee, set in motion plans to appoint a com­ —designated the Policy Committee to tors and judges, and policies for report­ devices at UIL events. mittee and/or consultant to study the serve as the Awards Committee, rather ing alleged violations, as well as granting Items failing to win council approval feasibility of changing the Spring Meet than forming a new panel. authority to League directors to edit and included: structure and/or dates, and review all —Approved the study of the music clarify the Constitution and Contest —A request to score all eight finalists League activities with the idea of mini­ program in the standardized awards sys­ Rules as necessary. mizing loss of student and staff time in the State swim competition. tem and ordered the present awards In final action, the council approved from regular school time in the various structure for music be continued for the —A request by the Texas Association the payment from League funds for state UIL events. next two years. of Broadcasters which would allow The council also redefined a passage in —Authorized the council chairman representatives to National committees, broadcasters to cover State basketball the Constitution and Contest Rules re­ and League director to appoint a com­ passed a resolution opposing sponsorship and baseball tournament games, using garding membership to state: Exception: mittee comprised of members from vari­ of Southwest Athletic Conference events their own crews where feasible. At pres­ (1) A school whose students are enrolled ous interest groups to study problems by the alcohol beverage interests, and ent, state basketball and baseball tourna- in that school because of physical, sen­ related to the UIL transfer rules. ordered a study by the Policy Committee (See Council, page 7) inside Frills? Music and $$ Thel980's Elsewhere Just how expensive are extra­ Music directors need be wary Dr. Bailey Marshall continues Editorials Page 2 curricular activities in the of over-communication. Dr. his discerning look at the Journalism page 3 high school. An interesting Nelson Patrick has some 1980's and the problems Drama page 4 point of view, page 2. comments. Page 4. they'll pose. Page 6. Music page 5 Athletics page 6 editorials Page 2

Director's corner Assistance needed in TILF fund-raising drive By BAILEY MARSHALL to serve the public school students of arship funds are established in honor of ticipation in other extracurricular activi­ League Director Texas. loved ones and relatives. ties, leadership and service activities in Col. Walter Kerbel, TILF board direc­ There are two basic types of scholar­ the school and community, overall grades The Texas Interscholastic League tor, heads up a group of individuals who ships available. and college entrance exam test scores, and Foundation (TILF) is "one of a kind." 1. Those grants that specify the con­ on financial need. There is no similar program among the have done much for the public school stu­ dents. They give of their time and money test a student must participate in and, Since its inception, the TILF program nation's many extracurricular activities has awarded more than $2 million to de­ and are continually looking for ways to in some cases, which college or university associations. the student must attend upon gradua­ serving Texas high school graduates. It is increase the scholarship funds. This past year, TILF awarded more tion as well as which particular field of a program totally unique to Texas and Currently, school administrators are than $210,000 in scholarship grants to study. one which needs our support. being mailed letters asking for contribu­ students attending Texas colleges and 2. Those scholarships from the general If you know of a person who might like tions to the program and urging admin­ universities. The students earned eligi­ TILF fund which are open to any student to contribute to this worthy cause, con­ bility for the scholarship grants by par­ istrators to be on the lookout for poten­ placing first through fourth in regional tact Dr. Rhea Williams, TILF secretary, ticipating or being an alternate to the tial contributors. competition. These students may select P. O. Box 8028, University Station, Aus­ UIL's state meet literary and academic A number of school officials contribute to attend the Texas college or university tin, Texas 78712. Dr. Williams or one of contests. regularly to this scholarship fund in lieu of their choice. the board members will contact the inter­ Presently a drive is underway to see of sending flowers in remembrance of de­ Scholarship recipients are selected on ested party with the specifics of the schol­ that the TILF program remains in effect ceased relatives and friends. Some schol­ the basis of success in UIL activities, par­ arship program. Classroom frills » Chopping extracurricular programs could prove disastrous

By CARL T. ROWAN "One student's 'frill' is another stu­ reasons why taxation by state and local many respects. However, she says, "The Kansas City Star j dent's vital interest." McGuire says, governments has soared to the point that greatest problem facing American edu­ adding that when a school district wipes "Proposition 13" has become widely cation in the 1980s will be declining con­ WASHINGTON—Why would a bright out football, theater, basketball or mod- popular. fidence in our school system. Many par­ 14-year-old youngster walk into a class­ era dancing, as some districts have done McGuire and the NEA say that the ents do not have confidence in the ability room and shoot his teacher to death? to save money, student frustration can federal government, which pays only 9 of teachers to teach their children. Some Why would youngsters from well-to-do rise to harshly anti-social levels. percent of the public school bill, ought to teachers do not have confidence in the families in a Virginia suburb of the na­ But how can school districts sustain be paying around 33 percent—a level he ability of students to learn and much of tion's capital set fire to a school and do a broader spectrum of courses and extra­ says would not jeopardize local control the general public does not have confi­ $4.5 million worth of damage? curricular activities when public school of schools. dence in our overall educational system Why did more than 500,000 public budgets have jumped 132 percent in just Mary Berry, assistant secretary for —and as a result taxpayers grow less school teachers last year suffer damage a decade, even though the number of pu­ education in HEW, says that our public willing to commit their ever-dwindling to loss of their property—either belong­ pils has declined? This is one of the schools are doing an excellent job in (See Frills, page 8) ings in classrooms or lockers, or their cars in parking lots? Why would students launch physical attacks upon 110,000 teachers last year and injure even more of their fellow students? League official notices We hear many answers, some more simplistic than others: Kids go to school bombed on booze, spaced out on drugs, so they are more prone to violence. School BAND SAN ANGELO CENTRAL SEALY children are a mirror of society, and The following schools should have been listed as The B-AAAA district executive committee has Sealy High School has been placed on probation band sweepstakes winners for 1978-79: Conference placed Central (San Angelo) on probation for in football for the 1979-80 school year for violation since ours is a violent society the chil­ C—Fockdale Middle School, Jim Perry; La Vega the 1979-80 school year in one act play for vio­ of the Awards of Amateur Rule. dren have turned to violence. We have Middle School, H. P. Miles. lation of the Spring Meet Plan, Item 8. become too permissive in every aspect of Conference CCC—Williams Junior High School WILLOWRIDGE HIGH (Copperas Cove), Bob Nelson. ODESSA PERMIAN Willowridge High School of Stafford has been as­ American life, whether it is sex, alcohol, The B-AAAA district executive committee has signed to District 10-AAA for the 1979-80 school marijuana, beating teachers, defying BROOKELAND placed Permian (Odessa) on probation for the year. Brookeland High School has been placed on pro­ 1979-80 school year in one act play for violation parents or whatever. bation for the 1979-80 season for failure to provide of the Spring Meet Plan, Item 8. CRYSTAL CITY Willard H. McGuire, new president of adequate police protection involving the mistreat­ The State Executive Committee has suspended ment of a basketball game official last year. Spe­ ARANSAS PASS Crystal City High School for the 1979-80 school the National Education Association (1.8 cifically, a fan from Brookeland struck an official The 80-AA district executive committee has year and placed them on probation for 1980-81 million teachers), who himself has spent in the face at a bi-diatrict game between Brooke­ placed Aransas Pass on probation for the 1979-80 school year {or violation of the Basketball Plan. land and Big Sandy on Feb. 20,1979. 24 years in the classroom, offers no easy year for violation of Section 18 of the Tennis Plan. GAINESVILLE explanation or panacea—but he is con­ SWEEPSTAKES The following schools should have been listed in The District 6-AAA executive committee has vinced that one major cause of school­ WELLINGTON placed Gainesville High School on probation in the sweepstakes winners published in the August The 2-A district executive committee has placed room violence is frustration. Leaguer: Sundown High School—band—Confer­ football for the 1979-80 school year for violation Wellington on probation for the boys' track sea­ of Rule 10 of the Football Plan. ence B ; Rio Grande City High School—band—Con­ son 1979-80 for violation of Article VIII, Sec. 15. He points out that when you have 85 ference AAA. percent of youngsters in school now in­ C&CR RULES CHANGES VAN WHITE DEER stead of the 50 percent of a generation The 2-A district executive committee has placed Page 102 of the Typewritting Contest, the last Van High School has been disqualified from dis­ sentence should read: "Pupils having had regular ago you get a wider range of interests trict honors in volleyball for the 1979-80 school White Deer on probation for the boys' track sea­ son 1979-80 for violation of Art. Vm, Sec. 15. instruction in typing prior to the beginning of the and abilities. Yet in recent years many year for violation of Rule 11 of the Volleyball Plan. current school year (other than that instruction public schools have narrowed the range LUFKIN MANSFIELD allowed under Rule 8, Eligibility, below) and pupils who will be graduated at mid-term are not counted of curricular and extra-curricular ac­ Lufkin High School has been placed on proba­ The Region V music executive committee has tion in volleyball for the 1980-81 school year placed the Mansfield High School choir on pro­ on this enrollment." tivities. violation of Rule 13 of the Volleyball Plan. bation for the 1979-80 and 1980-81 school years Page 67 of the Number Sense Contest, the third for violation of Article V, Section 14, b, of the paragraph should read: "First place goes to the Music Plan. contestant making the highest net grade, second place to the contestant making the next highest FARWELL grade, third place to the next highest and so on. Farwell High School has been placed on proba­ No ties are to be broken. Should there be a tie for tion in volleyball for the 1979-80 school year for first place, there is no second place. Should there violation of Rule 28 of the Volleyball Plan. be a tie for third place, there is no fourth place; The and both third place winners advance to the next MUSIC, higher meet." Page 124, Article IV, Section IS, f, of the Con­ stitution and Contest Rules should read ". . . It shall Page 91 of the Slide Rule Contest, Rule 5p, the Leaguer be the duty of the contest chairman to provide an following shall be added: "No ties are to be broken. adequate warning signal at the end of nine min­ Should there be a tie for first place, there Is no utes." second place. Should there be a tie for third place, Published eight times per year, each month, from September through April, by the University there is no fourth place; and both third place Interscholastic League, Division of Continuing Education, University of Texas at Austin, P.O. MUSIC LIST winners advance to the next higher meet." Box 8028, 2622 Wichita, Austin, Texas 78712. Second class postage paid at Austin, Texas. Sub­ On page 45 of the 1979-80-81-82 Prescribed Music Any reference to a tiebreaking contest in either scription: $2 per year. List, under Cornet-Trumpet Solos, Class I, "Haynie the Number Sense or Slide Rule Contests shall be Dr. Bailey Marshall _ _ Editor —Three Bagatelles.... BH" should read "Toll— disregarded. No ties shall be broken at any level. Three Bagatelles .... BH." Robert Hawthorne Managing Editor The following selection should be added to the QUAIL Class I, Tenor-Bass Voice Solo List for the 1979-82 Directory Quail High School closed as of the 1979-80 school Prescribed Music List: State Executive Committee: Dr. Thomas M. Hatfield, chairman: Lynn P. Anderson, William year. Students will be attending school at Hedley and possibly at Wellington. Twenty-four Italian Songs (sing one) GS Farney, Dr. Bailey Marshall, Dr. Lynn M. McCraw, Betty Thompson. Clifton Van Dyke, Dr. Bononcini—Per La Gloria D'adorarvi (Low : Jesse J. Villarreal and Jesse S. Williams. WEST RUSK D—High: G) Legislative Council: Jack Johnson, chairman; Bill Vardeman, vice chairman; Ed Irons, Ralph West Rusk High School of New London has been Carissimi—Vittoria, Mlo Core (Low: A—High: Poteet, Carter Lomax, C. N. Boggess, Gordon Cockerham, Glen Pearson, J. C. McClesky, Don Whitt, placed on probation for the 1979-80 school year for C) violation of the One-Act Play Plan. Bill Farmer, Kenneth Flory, Roy Dodds, Jack Frost, Jerry Gideon, Eugene Stoever, James McLeroy, Durante—Danza, Danza, Fanciulla Gentile Burton Hurley, James Worsham and James Kile. D'HANIS (Low: G—High: B-Flat) Director - Dr. Bailey Marshall D'Hanls High School has been disqualified for Legrenzi—Che Fiero Costume (LowF—High: district honors in one-act play during the 1979-80 Director of Athletics - - - William Farney school year for violation of the One-Act Play Plan. G) Director of Music - - — Dr. Nelson Patrick Marcello— II Mio Bel Foco (Low: E—High: A) Pergolesi—Se Tu M'ami, Se Sospiri(Low: E— Director of Journalism - Bobby Hawthorne LEE (TYLER) High G) Director of Drama - — - Lynn Murray Robert E. Lee High School of Tyler has been placed on probation in volleyball for the 1980-81 Scarlatti—Gla n Sole Dal Gange (Low: E-Flat Director of Activities - — Barbara Schwarze school year for violation of Rule 13 of the Volley­ —High: A-Flat) ball Plan. Scarlatti—Se Florindo e Fedele (Low: F High: A-Flat) journalism- page 3

Scholastic journalism Dear Saint Nick, it's you-know-who again

By BOBBY HAWTHORNE various amenities of the convention's Get it over with right off so voting dele­ just need to be patient. I'll return them Director of Journalism opening days. gates can attend sessions Friday night as soon as possible. Dear Santa: As you've probably heard, the conven­ and Saturday is what we hope to do. A couple of last notes. I'm planning to Guess who? That's right. It's me again, tion will not be held during the UT spring What do ya think? meet with officers of the Texas Associa­ writing my annual Christmas letter. It's break so we're going to have trouble find­ Let's see, what else did I do? Oh yea, I tion of Journalism Directors (TAJD in been a pretty good year, all things con­ ing parking for everyone. What I've come stuck in all the information on the ILPC their abbreviation) and discuss candi­ sidered, and just between the two of us, up with is this: Parking will be available individual achievement awards for both dates for the Max Haddick Teacher of the I don't think you could go too far with the at the Thompson Center. We'll also have yearbook and newspaper contests. The Year and Edith Fox King awards. We yuletide trappings cast in my direction. available shuttle bus service, running to deadline for submitting entries is Febru­ want to make certain all deserving peo­ I mean, you kind of owe it to me. I'll and from either Highland Mall or Munici­ ary 1, but I figure that's plenty of time ple are nominated and recognized. be the first to admit the year-before-last pal Auditorium. Advisers and student to get everything in. We'll mail cards to Also, I'm still looking for outstanding wasn't anything super, but surely I de­ delegates can park away from campus advisers confirming receipt of entries. articles and publications for proficiency served more than four pot-holders and a and ride the bus to the sessions free. I guess my only worry here is advisers citations. Lorene Denny, adviser at Aus­ basket of wax fruit. Anyway, you could I'm still working out the bugs but the who refuse to read the instructions. That tin McCallum High School, dropped by make up for it by dropping off something shuttle will be running. Great idea, huh? gets under my skin quicker than a ehig- the other day with her newsmagazine, in the way of suede. This should be worth a leather jacket it­ ger bite, but I don't lose my temper 'cause Shield, and gosh it almost knocked my Think about it while I'm giving you the self. I know you wouldn't go for that. eyes out. You wouldn't believe the super rundown on the past year: We also reworked the ILPC officer elec­ So ... what else? I finished all the prac­ job those guys are doing. First, off, I finished the ILPC member­ tions. You remember how last year, a tice contest material and advisers can Well, Santa, that's about the whole of ship mailing before Christmas. That may lot of students complained that they sat now order it. We're going to a new jour­ it. Have a nice trip and watch yourself be a record. And you wouldn't believe in elections all the time? Well, we don't nalism contest format and I wanted prac­ coming through Belton. I got a ticket last what we put in it. That thing is fuller want that. We think these folks come tice material for students. If they ask time I drove up that way. Tell your wife than a duck at a June bug convention. down here to attend sessions and so the you, tell the teachers they can drop me a and all I said hello and again, I sure do ILPC officers and I came up with this Mainly, there's information about the line and I'll buzz a package right off to favor those leather jackets. Size 40 reg­ idea. ILPC convention, March 21-22. We're them. ular. Nominations will be submitted about moving the headquarters and registration I guess I don't need to tell you I've been Your friend, three weeks before the convention. We'll site from the lobby of the University of compile the information and provide a busy with newspaper and newsmagazine Bob Texas communications building to the data sheet on each candidate early Friday criticisms. We've had a bunch of them ar­ P.S.—One final request: Be especially Thompson Conference Center. We'll have afternoon of the convention. A short get- rive and we're working as hard as we can generous with my secretary, Darlene two rooms on the third floor and this will acquainted session will be conducted and to finish them, but like I said, there's a Reynolds. She deserves it a lot more than give us more than enough room for the then we'll have the final voting. whole lot of them so advisers and staffs I do. Yearbook comment draws heated responses By BOBBY HAWTHORNE to publication. The principal refused and Party," then the principal has not only The point I hoped to make in the arti­ ILPC Director in the above-mentioned article, I ap­ the right but the duty to see that future cle was that the yearbook staff did I can't say I wasn't warned. Don't get plauded her for the decision. sections of this nature are omitted from not err in covering the controversy, involved in these controversies, a friend All too quick, it was Katie bar the the yearbook. This is not censorship nor and the administration likewise made told me. There will be plenty you can't door. a violation of anyone's rights. It is sim­ the correct decision in supporting the avoid. "It is my opinion that a yearbook, is ply instruction, given by an educational staff. Did I listen? Of course not, and sure designed to depict the school activities leader, about a privilege given by the Yearbooks today are not—or should enough, the critics came tearing at the and not out-of-school activities, such as school." not—be the trite scrapbooks of years hingea. But why? drinking beer and smoking marijuana," To set the record straight, and then past. The book should be a complete ac­ School administrators and others irate wrote one superintendent. "If out-of. comment on some of the above state­ count of the year, and articles such as over the article "Two hailed for press school activities are allowed, there can be ments: the one in question are necessary if full right stance," published in the October no end as to what could be published in 1. The article in no way condoned the coverage is to be achieved. This does not Leaguer, apparently did not understand a yearbook. use of drugs or alcohol. advocate the creation of controversy the gist of the article, the purpose of the "The mere fact that such trash was 2. The high school yearbook depicted where there is none, but to report it when high school yearbook, or both. published in the Leaguer is indeed sad," activities of students on campus and dur­ it does exist. Admittedly, the article failed to fully he added. ing school hours—not off campus or dur­ (See Yearbook, page 4) explain the situation and the "justifica­ Another superintendent wrote, "The ing out-of-school hours. tion for the stance taken. Hopefully, this annual staff, like any other department 3. High school yearbook staffs are be­ article will. of the school staff, should be under the ing taught that the yearbook should Here's what happened: A high school control of the Board of School Trustees. chronicle activities of students at one yearbook staff covered drug and alcohol The annual, unlike a newspaper, is a ve­ school during one calendar year. In this Films via use on campus during school hours. The hicle that should provide students a last­ particular instance, drinking and drug subject was handled in a straighforward ing picture of their school. Another very use on campus during school hours was and level-headed manner, and was by no important point . . . (is) "that the owner a reality. There is no great shame in ad­ UT library means glamourized or sensationalized. controls the "Free Press' by retaining mitting it. The problem exists in a good Still, the two-page spread triggered loyal employees and firing disloyal ones. many large, urban schools. outrage by some parents, who felt that The annual is owned by the taxpayers of The yearbook staff felt that overlook­ available such subjects are not the stuff of which a district and governed by the Board of ing the reality would be negligent. The high school journalism should be made. Trustees. staff handled the coverage intelligently Need to brush up on your Bill of These same parents suggested the school "If the people in Austin do not want and in no way suggested that drug or Rights? Time to polish up those old principal hereinafter edit the book prior an annual which contains "A Time To alcohol use was the student body norm. press principles? If so, the University of Texas' film library can help. Available from the library are films, ranging in subject from American political Fall conferences campaigns to free press vs. fair trial, to colonial printing. High school journalism advisers may rent Nine statewide student activities meeting 'valuable' the films for one to five days, ex­ cept where otherwise indicated, By BOBBY HAWTHORNE If you were not fortunate enough to which they haven't cleared in their minds and borrowers pay transportation Director of Journalism attend, this is what generally happened. are in for trouble. charges both from and to Austin. I love football. I especially love Texas Sessions were given in each of the four Students were also informed of contest Minimum rental fee is $9, al­ Longhorn football when they're winning. contest areas: Editorials, features, news changes, such as the headline writing though charges for most films are At the moment, the Horns are 9-2. and headline writing. At the Arlington contest, in which we've made it clear that $18. I love to go to football games, particu­ conference, a session was also provided they can use either upstyle or downstyle New additions to the journalism larly Texas Longhorn football games. I in photography, and a session strictly for headlines. Students were told to be con­ sequence include Bill of Rights in live in Austin. The Texas Longhorns advisers was held at each conference. sistent arid those who vacillate between Action: Freedom of the Press, Cam­ play about five games a year in Austin. Students were drilled in the proper upstyle and downstyle may be penalized, paign American Style, Free Press But I didn't see any games this past fall. techniques of test taking and handed although the entry could not be disquali­ vs. Fair Trial by Jury—The Shep- Oh, I take that back. It saw the last half sample contests. This is where they'll get fied altogether. pard Case, How to Read News­ of the Arkansas loss and rushed into the a jump on their counterparts in the We also told students they need not papers, Television and Politics and airport upon the return flight from spring contests. complete all six headlines to win. It is TV News: Measure of the Medium. Odessa in time to see Fred Akers shake Students attending the contest are now possible that five good headlines win over Other films cover a wide range of Barry Switzer's hand to conclude the familiar with the format. They were six mediocre ones, and four excellent communications problems, the his­ win over Oklahoma. told how to take the contest: (Read over six poor, they learned. The final tory of printing in America, gath­ Why didn't I see my favorite team the instructions and contest material decision rests with the judge but no con­ ering information for the print and play? It was attending eight out-of-town cover to cover. Think before you start testant shall be disqualified solely on the broadcast medias, and challenges of student activities conferences. Oddly writing: What is the lead? What are the basis of not completing all six headlines. a career in journalism. enough, I wouldn't change things if I unnecessary details? How will I structure Students familiar with the contest Film library order forms may be could. I enjoyed these conferences and I and organize the material?) format and judging criteria will hold a obtained by writing the University feel like persons attending them found In a 45-minute contest, the contestant great advantage over those without this of Texas at Austin, Film Library, them interesting and valuable in their should spend the first 10 minutes reading background knowledge. Also discussed Drawer W, University Station, understanding of the spring meet jour­ and thinking before starting to write. during the student activities conferences Austin, Texas 78712. nalism contests. Those students who put on paper that (See Conferences, page 8) music Page 4

Music matters Contest commercialism deserves close look By NELSON G. PATRICK cause of attempts to influence judges to­ preferred customers. In the direct face students are not conned into excessive ex­ State Music Director ward his clients. to face salesmanship, integrity has been penditure of money. The school can be established and maintained by both the given the franchise to provide any of the Let's face facts. Music contests are big Music companies held hospitality rooms salesman and music director. above mentioned items, thereby keeping business. I doubt if anyone has taken the for judges at the contest site. Young di­ There are, however, cither forms of the money with the educational structure. time to estimate the costs of preparing a rectors first entering teaching were given credit for new cars by music dealers based commercialisms impinging upon the mu­ Those services that cannot be provided musical group for performance, such as on further commissions. All of these sic dealers. In some contests, a carnival by the schools should be contracted for by uniforms, instruments, music, judges, niceties were extended to selling or binds atmosphere prevails. (In some contests a the region executive committees giving a travel costs, chaperone time, faculty cost, the director to a specific music salesman. carnival actually sets up in towns to cap­ percentage of the money back to the con­ and a myriad of other costs, direct and italize on the gathering of youngsters.) test. hidden. Fortunately with time and exposure most of the practices noted above have There are stalls for belts, buckles, T- In the past, there have been many un­ For the United States this figure runs shirts, pictures, sundries, recordings and disappeared. Only now and then do we pleasant problems resulting from ambi­ into billions. In most schools and contests whatever other items that might attract hear about commissions or a salesman tious salesmen and commercial interests. these sums are well spent and dollar for today's youth. These businesses are usu­ trying to fix a contest for his clients. The Let's all do whatever is necessary to keep dollar educational advantages result for ally legitimate and scrupulously follow the school, community, and children. few indiscretions that are brought to the law, but nonetheless being costly to undesirable type commercialism out of light are usually handled discretely and Here, we are talking about the legiti­ the total contest costs as well as distract­ our contests, but support that part of mate expenditures of music education, the problem disappears. ing from the contest. commerce that compliments our needs in those budgetary items and costs that are No longer does the salesman carry Contest directors should use every order to carry on a cooperative healthy necessary to the development of the music around the sight reading music for his means available to them to insure that program. program and this includes most of our contests. There are, however, other costs usually borne by the individual that re­ flects on total costs but not necessary. Also we are concerned with the influences League rulemakers review music that a large budget might buy through a salesman or music merchant. In the late 1950's and early 60's, we were alarmed about the influence that awards system, cash inducements instrument and music merchants tried to wield over the contests. On occasion, mer­ By CHARLES SCHWOBEL tests that use cash awards to attract a overshadow the educational values of the chants were evicted from the contest be- Associate Music Director larger number of participants. contest for possible financial gains. The following paragraph was adopted The Legislative Council met in Austin The council also recommended that the to the Constitution and Contest Rules: following guidelines be followed by the on November 3 and 4 and discussed a "Any person, team or music organization number of items relating to music com­ State Marching Band Contest: "A region receiving monetary awards or other val­ may certify to the State Marching Band petition. The proposed change to include uable considerations as prizes in contests Council again music medals in the standardized awards Contest two bands earning a Division I or participating in a contest offering from each high school conference com­ system has resulted in much discussion such considerations, shall not take part and study. peting in regional marching band con­ in any League music event for a 12- tests provided there are at least five com­ OKs state The primary consideration has been month period following participation in peting bands in each conference. the higher cost for the individual awards. such a contest. This rule does not pre­ "If, in a region, there are less than Music regions expressed great concern vent uniformly pro-rating rebates or five bands competing in any conference, band stance over the effect this cost would have on other monies to be given to each school the operation of the regional solo and en­ or participant in the contest." that conference (of less than five bands) By NELSON G. PATRICK semble contests. The council moved to This rule does not prohibit scholar­ shall be combined with the next higher or State Music Director continue the study of the problem of in­ ships which are awarded at the time of lower conference, whichever has fewer cluding music in the standardized awards competing members, and three (3) repre­ The Legislative Council reaffirmed its college enrollment. The rule is designed system and that the present awards sentatives may be certified from the position on the State Final Marching to encourage music competition on an structure for music will be continued for amateur basis rather than competition in combined conferences. Second bands may Band Contest for voluntary participation the next two years. on the part of League member schools. professional contests. In a professional not be certified to the State Marching The Legislative Council reviewed con­ contest it is often easy to overlook or Band Contest. In 1978 the Legislative Council ap­ proved a State Final Marching Band Contest to be sponsored by the Depart­ ment of Music, University of Texas at Beethoven fo Bee Gees Austin. The contest was approved for vol­ untary participation. The first contest, 1979, was open to Mass appeal music used in classroom all marching bands earning a Division I in regional compeition. On a recommenda­ By JERRY M. DEAN ers can use music that students can relate These should be especially useful to tion from the Music Sub-committee of Music Theory Director to. theory teachers and to any ensemble con­ the Legislative Council, the 1980 contest What I mean is, for years I've been ductor who is trying to teach students to rules will limit participation to two (2) A teacher of music got hives using music of various mass-appeal perform complicated rhythms. bands, earning a Division I, from each Bad breath, and got drunk in the dives. styles—rock, jazz, bluegrass—in my UT Teachers with talented theory students, conference in each region. His students said, "See! theory courses to illustrate aspects of it's about time to start getting these stu­ dents hyped up for the TSSEC Music The entire recommendation reads as It's all because he rhythm, meter, harmony, and structure. Theory Contest! In my columns between follows: "A region may certify to the Can't relate to our everyday lives!" I've collected many good examples, and now and June I'll make suggestions about State Marching Band Contest two bands I think that a good time to share them how to help students prepare for this. If earning a Division I from each high Maybe you don't see the relationship with those who might benefit from them you'd like a copy of last year's theory school conference competing in regional between aforesaid teacher's trivials and is at the TMEA Convention in San An­ exam, write to University Interscholastic marching band contests provided there his ignoring students' everyday lives, but tonio, February 16, from 8:00-9:00 a.m. you'll just have to take my word for it. (aw, c'mon, Earlybirds!), in the Fiesta League, Box 8028, University Station, are at least five competing bands in each Austin, Texas 78712. conference. It's just one of those mysterious pedo- Room of the Convention Center. I'll have gogical phenomena. At any rate, I'm sure extensive lists of examples that are cur­ And, finally, remember this basic guide­ If, in a region, there are less than five you want to avoid hives, bad breath, and rently available on record, and I'll play line for performance: "If some of your bands competing in any conference, that strong drink so I want to help by helping tapes of quite a few of them and offer notes rest, it's a bad example for the rest conference (of less than five bands) shall to find ways that high school music teach- suggestions about how to use them. be combined with the next higher or lower of your notes." conference, whichever has fewer compet­ ing members, and three (3) representa­ tives may be certified from the combined conferences." Yearbooks From page 3 At the close of the three year trial pe­ And rather than stifling comment, ad­ process of news reporting, the student Those persons must decide if they want riod the Legislative Council will review ministrators should be pleased to find journalist fails to exercise these quali­ to do the right thing or the popular the State Marching Band Contest, and students taking an intelligent look at the ties, then there is cause for concern. thing. High school journalists giving fair prior to making it an official part of the educational process. It is silly to boast At the same time, the staff should take and complete coverage to the more con­ music contest plan, a referendum will be that high school prepares young people troversial aspects of school life may not conducted. into consideration whether the students for the adult world, and then to throttle want a particular subject covered in the win a community popularity contest. A The Legislative Council also reviewed their attempts as young adults to com­ book. If they do not, it shouldn't be there. good many people would prefer the many the number and kind of contests imping­ ment on that world. The yearbook is for the students and family skeletons not be mentioned at all— ing on Texas schools. It was noted that In this case, it seems likely that the not one group or class. This is where news to go the route of the ostrich. They would of the eighteen non-University Interscho- reporting of such a problem can only judgment and common sense come into have the high school yearbook and news­ lastic League music contests only three serve to increase awareness and better play. But in the case here, protests came paper include nothing more than sports were sponsored by schools for schools. supervision by the school in handling the from parents not students. scores, song dedications and snapshots of The remainder are sponsored by commer­ problem. Somewhere along the line, the persons beaming beauty queens. cial interests primarily for monetary Instead of worry about what high in charge of the school must take a stand, But it is this trite, rote approach that gain. school journalists are covering, we should rather than using "the desire of the peo­ is uneducational. It places no emphasis Additional information concerning the be concerned how they're covering it. ple" as a scapegoat for their refusing on the intellectual process. There is no non-school contests will be provided in a Trained advisers should teach fairness, student comment on issues they'd rather work involved, except that expended in later issue of the Leaguer. responsibility and objectivity. If in the not see brought before the public eye. the duplication of past efforts. drama Pag« 5

Educational theatre Curtain continues to rise on OAP participation

By LYNN MURRAY Platforms and step units are seldom I repeat, scenic items are approved in excess of 3 feet and stump in excess of State Drama Director approved. They are never approved when when they are essential or necessary for 1 foot 6 inches requires approval. Small The curtain went up 10 years ago and elements of the Approved Unit Set can be the action or physical understanding of property items such as these may be has yet to go down on the growth of par­ substituted. Scenic elements that exceed 8 the play. Directorial desire is not suf­ used in any desirable fashion by the ac­ ticipation in the One-Act Play Contest. I feet by 8 feet are seldom approved and ficient justification for approval. Those tor in the performance of a role. estimated enrollment on Nov. 1 and came most elements must be designed to fold to scenic elements used in conjunction with Standard stage door and window units up with a 987 figure. The mail finally 4 feet by 8 feet or less in order to obtain the Unit Set receive approval with mini­ are not a part of the Approved Unit arrived and the count was completed. The approval. Shifting and storage is a major mum justification. Set, but are permissible under the pro­ total is a super 1003 play entries or 89 consideration. Items used to cover or disguise Unit visions of Rule 2.b.5). Standard door and per cent of the total UIL high school Properties do not normally require ap­ Set platforms, steps or ramps require window units, french doors and windows, membership. proval as additions to the basic set. approval, but a carpet used as a trim do not require approval. All other special February 23 is the deadline for your Items used by actors as hand properties property in an interior setting is per­ door or window units; including arch OAP title. Some of you are having diffi­ in the action of the play never require missible without approval. openings, swinging doors, period doors, culty because the new Handbook for One- approval, but stage or trim properties All stage rigging from above requires barred doors or windows, cut-out house Act Play, Ninth Edition is not available. used so extensively as to create a scenic approval. Lights and chandeliers from facades, etc., require approval as addi­ Because of the delay, we have listed in background and not utilized as properties above are seldom approved. Any ap­ tions to the basic set. Such items will this Leaguer the plays added to the ap­ in the action of the play require approval proval of stage rigging is further limited not be approved when elements of the proved lists since the Eighth Edition was because they become scenic by usage. The by what is possible at the contest site. Approved Unit Set will serve the same printed. difference is sometimes difficult to deter­ Light sources; lamps, lanterns, flash­ purpose and provide the same basic The Eighth Edition of the Handbook is mine. lights, etc.; used on the stage level as effect. still valid. Use it, but read the rules in the Drapery used between two unit set ele­ properties do not require approval. If confusion exists as to what requires current Constitution and Contest Rulesl ments to create an entrance or window There are size restrictions on some approval as an addition to the basic set, Unfortunately, I have given all of the old does not require approval as an addition property items included in the definitions. contact the State Office for an opinion or OAP Handbooks to new directors and the to the basic set. Drapery or other decora­ Any step ladder in excess of 6 feet, rock clarification. only version still available is about 10 tive trim used between or to cover multi­ years old, or the 1970 model. ple elements of the unit set requires ap­ One-Act Play Contest Rules restrict the proval since a scenic background is cre­ use of scenery, but the League's Play Ap­ ated by such elements. praisal Committee considers carefully all A flag, picture, coat-of-arms, tapestry, properly submitted requests for additions etc., hanging from unit set elements to to the basic set. Requests not in compli­ cover Approved Unit Set pieces in order Changes for district ance with Rule 2.b.5). are returned for to create a local or scenic background re­ additional information or corrections. We quires approval. One pot plant does not must know the title of the play in order require approval, but multiple pot plants to evaluate the request. used to create a bank of flowers or a gar­ drama contests given den scene requires approval. Trim properties, lamps, books, clocks, District one-act play changes are necessary when there are fewer than four etc., used to decorate furniture type schools entered. Changes have been made to provide competition and reduce the More drama, page 8 items do not require approval. Standard number of schools at area contests. These district changes apply only to the stage properties or unusual stage proper­ one-act play contest and have no effect on other League activities. Planning meetings set ties which serve as substitutes for interior The combined district play directors should have a planning meeting. It is im­ perative that the contest be fully organized so that participating students receive UIL session at TETA or exterior furniture do not require ap­ proval as additions to the basic set. the maximum educational benefits. A centrally located college or high school facility should be selected for the A popular device is to build small combined districts. The host district is responsible for all organization, but all boxes that match the Unit Set and are The play script must be submitted with schools should be consulted in planning;' used as abstract properties or substi­ a request for additions to the basic set if Questions concerning dates and sites of your district one-act play contests or tutes for furniture. This device is within the play is an original one-act, cutting of the planning meetings should be directed to the director general of the host the limits of Rule 2.b.5). so long as these a long play or a new script not available district. in the Drama Loan Library. It is best to items are actually used as properties and not step units, platforms or scenic submit additions to the basic set with the 1979-80 OAP District Changes background. play request. Such requests require only These transfers apply to One-Act Play only and do not affect other Spring one $5.00 evaluation fee. A set addition A book shelf or counter used as furni­ Meet contests. submitted at a later date requires an ad­ ture in the action of the play is considered Region II-B ditional $5.00 fee and the return of the a property. A series of shelves used to Transfer District 15, Bellevue to District 14 with Bryson; Newcastle; and script previously approved. create the walls of an interior setting re­ Windthorst. Directors should read carefully Rule quires approval. All trees or bushes used to create an exterior setting requires Region III-B 2.b.5). and the definitions concerning Transfer District 23, Blue Ridge; Dodd City; Trenton; Westminster to District scenery and properties prior to requesting approval. 24 with Lone Oak; Merit: Bland; and Quinlan: Boles Home. additions to the basic set. The best chance Bulky scenic items—trees, fences, of getting scenic elements approved is re­ ground rows, long backdrops, etc., are Region III-B questing those elements without which an disapproved by the Play Appraisal Com­ Transfer District 24, Avery and District 30, Overton: Leverett's Chapel to Dis­ "approved play" cannot be produced. Jus­ mittee unless they are essential to the trict 27 with Avinger; Gilmer: Harmony, Union Hill. tification is essential. Two backdrops that understanding of the play. All scenic will roll or fold for storage, not to exceed items must be easy to shift and compact Region III-B 8 feet by 10 feet and used with approved to store in order to receive approval. Transfer District 31, Jewett: Leon; Kennard to District 32 with Apple Unit Set elements, are approved with Clearly documented need and justifica­ Springs; Chireno; Mount Enterprise; Wells; and Woden. minimal justification. tion is essential. OAP handbook late Directors urged to clip additions to the approved lists

The Handbook for One-Act Play, Cherry Orchard, The, Albert and Bertha Johnson, Not Far from the Gioconda Tree, Tim Kelly, Pio­ Drama, 2M-7W; Wiley and the Hairy Man, Suzan Baker, Comedy/Drama, 6M-5W; Cleft For Me, neer Drama Serv., Drama, 7W: Zeder, Anchorage Press, Inc., Drama, 8M-1W-X; Ninth Edition is late and directors need­ Maurice Berger, Pioneer Drama Service, Comedy, Passions of Amoroso, The, Mark Shaw, Baker, Wooing of Lady Sunday, The, Ted Pezzulo Dram. ing information concerning plays added 8M-6W-X; Counting People, The, James Lee Brayj. Comedy 8M-2W-X; Persephone, Ford Ainsworth, Play Serv., Comedy, 6M-7W. Pioneer Drama Serv., Drama, 7M-4W; Clark, Drama, 9M-6W; Potman Spoke Sooth, The, Add to "An Approved List of Long to the Approved Lists will find the ad­ Cyrano de Bergerac, Aurand Harris, Baker, David Fulk, Dram. Pub. Co., Comedy, 6M-2W; ditions below. Directors should clip this Drama 8M-4W-X; Diary of Adam and Eve, The, Prodigal Seeker, The, Leonard Price, Baker, Plays for Contest": listing and attach it to the old Eighth Samuel Bimkrant, Pioneer Drama Serv., Comedy, Drama, 3M-SW; Ralph Roister Doieter, Aurand Adding Machine, The, Elmer L. Rice, French: 1M-1W; Donatut and the Devil, Margaret Wood, Harris, Baker, Comedy, 8M-4W-X; Ant and the Grasshopper, The, Rob Dearborn, Edition Handbook. French, Comedy, 6M-1W-X; Eden, Jerome Mc- Requiem, Jerome McDonough, Clark, Drama, French; Black Elk Speaks, Christopher Sergei The new OAP handbooks will be mailed Donough, Clark, Drama, 12M-W flex.; Except for 4M-8W-X; Revenge of the Space Pandas, The, Dram. Pub. Co.; Bury the Dead, Irwin Shaw, John I.eland, Albert Johnson, Pioneer Drama Ser­ David Mamet, Dram. Pub. Co., Comedy, 4M-2W; Dram. Play Serv.; Charley's Aunt, Brandon Tho­ as soon as they are avilable in January. vice, Drama, 12M-W flex.; Farewell to Galatea, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, Susan Carle, Dram. Pub. Co., mas, French; Add to "An Approved List of Short Ford Ainsworth, Clark, Comedy, 2M-4W: Comedy, 4M-4W-2 flex.; Robin Goodfellow, Aurand Chinese Wall, The, Max Frisch, French; Enter Foiled By An Innocent Maid, Fred Carmichael, Harris, Anchorage Press, Inc., Comedy, 6M-6W; a Free Man, Tom Stoppard, French; Flowering Plays for Contest": French, Comedy, 2M-4W; Gazebo For My Lady, Romancers, The, Aurand Harris, Drama, 8M-1W- Peach, The, Clifford Odets, Dram. Play Serv., Admirable ISashville, The, George Bernard Shaw, A, Bill Majeski, Dram. Pub. Co., Comedy, 8M-2W; x; Second Trojan, The, Maurice Berger, Pioneer Golden Boy, Clifford Odets, Dram. Play Serv.; Various. Comedy, 9M-2W; American Dream, The, Hide-and-Seek Odyssey of Madeline Gimple, The, Drama Serv. Comedy, 8M-2W; Haunted House, The, Erich Segal, French; House Edward Albee, Dram. Play Serv., Comedy, 2M-8W; Frank Gagliano, Dram. Play Serv., Comedy, 4M- Secret of Freedom, The, Archibald MacLeish, at Pooh Corner, The, A. A. Milne, Dram. Pub. Co. ; And On The Third Day, Sam Bate, Baker, Drama, 1W; Jar, The, Luigi Pirandello, French, Comedy, Dram. Play Serv., Drama, 9M-1W-X; Separate How the Chicken Hawk Won the West, Gifford 6W; April Fresh, Ted Pezzulo, Dram. Play Serv., 8M-3W; Jocko, Tim Kelly Clark, Drama BM-6W- Peace, A, Tom Stoppard, French, Comedy, 2M- W. Wingate, French; Ice Wolf, The, Joanna Comedy, 6M-BW; Betrayal, The, Norman J. Fed- x: Listen to the Wind, Leonard Price, Baker, 4W; Shall We Join the Ladies?, J. M. Barrie, Kraus, New Flays; Juno and the Paycock, Sean der. Baker, Drama, 5M-5W; Breaking Up la Hard Drama, 3M-8W; Long Road Home, The, Earl French, Drama, 8M-8W; Sheep Thief, The, Ford O'Casey, French; Medea: A Noh Cycle Based on To Do, Dennis Snee, Baker, Comedy, 4M-SW; Reimer, Baker, Drama, 4M-4W: Ainsworth, Clark, Comedy, 4M-8W: Shining the Greek Myth, Carol Sorgenfrei, French; Once Bridal Night, The, Paul A. Mayer, Dram. Play Look Who's Playing God, Albert Johnson, Mountains, The, Dale Wasserman, French, Come­ Upon a Clothesline, Aurand Harris, Baker ;Punch Serv., Drama, 4M-2W; Baker, Comedy, 2M-2W; Madam De, Jean Ano- dy, 9M-1W: Stages, Jerome McDonough, Clark, and Judy, Aurand Harris, Anchorage Press; Bronx Bomber, The, Mark Feltch, Dram. Pub. uilh, French, Comedy, 6M-2W; My Hands Is Full Drama, 6M-5W; Step on a Crack, Suzan Zeder, Anchorage Press; Co., Comedy. 4M-x; Butterfly, The, Bijan Mofld, O' Gifts, Edward Finnegan, Dram. Pub. Co., Sunday's Child, Elizabeth Welch, Baker Comedy, Thwarting of Baron Bolligrew, The, Robert Bolt, Anchorage Press, Inc., Drama, 6M-8W; Candida, Drama, 2M-BW; Near-Sighted Knight and the 8M-8W; Trial of Tom Sawyer, The, Virginia Glas­ French; Tingalary Bird, The, Mary Melwood, New Aurand Harris, Baker, Comedy, SM-2W; Cham­ Far-Sighted Dragon The, Eleanor and Ray Har­ gow Koste, Anchorage Press, Inc., Comedy, 18M- Plays; Toby Show, A, Aurand Harris, Anchorage; pagne See, Carol Kaston, French, Comedy, 2M-2W; der, Anchorage Press, Inc., Comedy, BM-2W-X; 9W; Victoria at 18, Tim Kelly, Dram. Pub. Co., Up the Down Stair Case, Christopher Sergei, athletics Page 6

Postscripts on athletics 1980s to pose challenges to League program

By BAILEY MARSHALL to continue that athletic participation at keep these youngsters in school and pro­ the sacrifices to meet eligibility require­ League Director a high school level. Intervention of HW vide them with saleable skills, life ap­ ments. (formally HEW) and Title IX implica­ preciation, and make them a contributing If these basic guidelines are ignored, (Ed. Note: In the second of a two-part tions will have to be answered and member of society. When test scores are we have lost educational value, and series, Dr. Bailey Marshall looks at the accommodated. compared with national norms from would be better off with activities out of challenges facing the League as it enters Fortunately, we cannot, as the cowboy years ago, these facts must be considered the schools and in some type of com­ the 1980's. Part one of the series appeared of the old west, gun down all our prob­ in the November Leaguer.) in order to obtain a fair comparison. munity sponsored programs. Pity the lems and ride off into the sunset to live day this happens. Above all, everyone As mentioned in the first installation happily ever after. We must live with Uplift neglected areas must realize that there is a place for of this series, it would be dangerously problems and learn to choose wisely to Knowledgeable public school adminis­ order instead of chaos—a place for regu­ simplistic to deal with the problems of better serve the needs of all. trators must continue to push for mi­ lation instead of a profusion of excep­ the 1980's by using methods and pro­ Explain basic values nority programs and an end to sex dis­ tions which have no resemblance to cedures of the 1960's and 1970's. order. Nothing is perfect. Nor can we Coaches and sponsors of interschooi crimination. We do not advocate the pay­ As times change, the League must also expect our programs to be perfect. activities will need to be better trained, ment of the same salary to men and wom­ change. But we must be careful that we especially in the area of how their ac­ en coaches or want the same activities On the other hand, unless considerable, do not change for change's sake alone. tivity benefits the youngsters. No longer intelligent thought and action are ap­ Change should precipitate progress. Un­ for male and female athletes. We urge you will platitudes such as "football makes plied, we cannot even begin to approach fortunately, many people equate change to take an objective and comprehensive great citizens" be effective in explaining "adequate" much less perfect. with progress and this is not always the look into the needs of students, a direct the football program. Basic values and case. and frank response to areas and groups Your part is to be active. Your goal is benefits must be explained to the public our goal. The motivation for the 80's is As the 1980's open, it will be our re­ which have been neglected. and pointed out to participants in order the joy of knowing future generations sponsibility to take a long, hard look at to maintain a viable program. The programs of interscholastic com­ the League program and decide if its will have their lives enhanced and en­ Any activity which requires students to petition are not for everyone. They have taking the course we have intended for riched through interscholastic competi­ it to, and if not, to make changes neces­ train all year round, in fact, all speciali­ been, are now, and will continue to be for tion. Yours is the opportunity and also sary for it to move in that direction. zation programs must be examined to see those students who are willing to make the challenge. Tomorrow depends on you. if this is the direction public schools want Finances to go. Trustees and the administrators The financial impact of interscholastic must ever be aware of the benefits de­ programs will continue to be an item of rived from a coach or a sponsor who consideration. As we move into the 80's, doesn't necessarily win but implants Sports shorts the public will focus on the cost of any needed and essential values to the young activity as well as the benefits. people with whom he works. While win­ Athletics and interschooi competition ning will always be important and Federation to record track metric distances continue to be one of the best bargains should be a top priority, it should not be for the public taxpayer. While transpor­ the only criteria for which or by which The National Federation of State High School Association's Track and Field Rules we judge an individual. tation costs have continued to rise for Committee, which oversees the rules of high school track and field, has authorized the interscholastic programs, this cost is only If this were true, over 80 percent of listing of all running events at metric distances beginning with the 1980 season. a small fraction of the total overall in­ the coaches and sponsors would have to crease for all school transportation ex­ be replaced each year because their teams "While this is not a mandate that all schools following National Federation track penses—not only those in interscholastic did not win at their district level. and field rules run metric distances starting in 1980, it is a move to accommodate the competition. Teachers and interested members of majority of state high school associations that presently conduct, or will be conducting School administrators will be asked to account for tax dollars and athletic re­ the public must join together in a firm competition at metric distances in 1980," said Tom Frederick, NFSHSA liaison to the ceipt dollars in a businesslike manner. reasonable Voice to demand better work­ committee. General, fiscally unsound methods will no ing conditions and salary conditions for In compliance with the action of the track and field committee, the National Federa­ longer be tolerated. The public, when it its public school employees. If the public tion Records Committee will recognize the national track and field records at metric understands the total picture, will recog­ expects a quality product from schools nize the value of the interscholastic com­ involving the lives and livelihood of distances beginning wtih the 1980 track season. petition program. children, quality must be placed into the The National Federation consists of a high school association in each of the 50 states Meet students' needs programs. and the District of Columbia, representing more than 10 billion students in 20,400 high In the area of activities, the public Unfortunately, some coaches and spon­ school across the country. More than 705,000 boys and 465,000 girls compete in high schools must continually look for better sors will not be better if they are paid school track and field annually. > ways to accommodate the needs of the twice as much. But the assurance of hav­ students. This may not mean competition ing quality people is greatly enhanced if sponsored to a state level in all activities. better wages are available. Too often, we It could mean a more comprehensive in­ Cheerleading tournament not given approval tramural program within large school hear how poor a job our school teachers systems that, heretofore, allow only a are doing. Too little is said about the Several state associations have received notification of a National High School small percentage of its students to par­ tremendous dedication, loyalty, and, ef­ Cheerleading Championship. There apparently will be a series of regional tournaments, ticipate in interschooi activities. It could fectiveness present in our public school and then a national tournament, said Brice B. Durbin, National Federation executive mean overlapping seasons for activities. staff. director. Thousands of youngsters now partici­ We are educating students that would pating in youth soccer programs will be "This is to advise you that the event has no connection to any reputable organiza­ reaching high school age with no soccer not even have been in school 20 years program at school. Many female athletes ago—even 10 years ago. Quality educa­ tion," Durbin said. "We have conferred with knowledgeable people who concur in our in youth athletic programs have no place tion programs are being implemented to decision not to give National Federation approval to the event." Council changes cross country, volleyball rules Male contestants in cross-country will six optional dives, being 12.6 for girls immediately following the first match) newspapers releasing the recently com­ be running an additional mile next year, and 13.4 for boys. be considered as one contest. However, pleted district realignments prior to the and girls will begin and end their volley­ —Additions to Rule 17 of the Football each "dual match" will count as two of specified release date, voted unanimously ball season a week or so earlier in 1980, Plan that in district and non-district the total 24 matches a team may play in to uphold the Five-Year Rule as stated in both being the result of action taken football games, the visiting team shall be a regular season. the rules, and ordered a feasibility study Nov. 3—4 by the UIL Legislative Council. entitled to 50 per cent of the net gate re­ The council also granted the League of a 32-district alignment for Conference The rulemaking body voted to increase ceipts after payment of game officials un­ staff and Attorney General authority to B (A in 1980-81) in basketball and the distance in boys cross country from less mutually agreed upon by both write a rule for the recently-passed Sen­ spring meet competition. two to three miles as well as revamping schools; and in playoff games, the visit­ ate Bill 1218 regarding orphans to be The council also approved a proposal the volleyball schedule so that practice ing team shall have a sufficient guaran­ placed 'in the Constitution and Contest allowing one basketball scrimmage per may begin August 11. The first day for tee to cover expenses and also 50 per cent Rules, and ordered a study by the Athletic week between November 1 and November inter-school scrimmages or games will be of the net gate receipts unless mutually Committee regarding certification of 15, with a maximum of two. August 18 and November 8 will be the agreed upon by both schools. fulltime employes serving as high school Items placed on the spring referendum final day for certifying district cham­ —A proposal creating in cross country coaches. ballot include: pions. Regional volleyball tournaments an AAAAA conference for AAAAA, an In other action, the council passed a —A proposal amending Rule 9 of the/ will be held November 15 and the state AAAA conference for AAAA and an proposal adjusting the Basketball Plan tournament will be played November Basketball Plan so that junior high AAA conference for conferences AAA, to compensate for conflicts with Christ­ 21-22. teams may play a maximum of 20 games AA and A. mas tournaments and ordered the League Other items passed by the council in­ including tournaments; or junior high staff to write this into the rules. Also, clude : —A proposal moving the first day for teams may play one game per week, plus —Proposal changing Rule 24 of the boys and girls interschooi basketball rulemakers requested a State Executive three invitational tournaments; or keep­ Football Plan to allow non-contact ac­ games in Conference B (A in 1980-81) Committee clarification regarding he ing the rules relative to junior high bas­ tivities involving no more than five play­ to November 15. one-year rule relative to interschooi com­ ketball as stated. ers, rather than three. —An addition to the Volleyball Plan petition outside the continental United —A proposal adding the 3200-meter —Addition to the Swimming Plan a stating that dual matches played at the States. (two-mile) run to the 1981 spring track degree of difficulty requirement on the same site (with the second match played Council members expressed disfavor to meet schedule for boys and girls. news Pag» 7 Overland express El Paso dominates annual UIL state cross country meet

El Paso dominated the Conference A 126; 6. New Caney, 144. 7. Abernathy, Springs, 9:49; 3. Jerry Weaver, Lancas­ Leal, McAllen, 11:47; 7. Lucy Bockman, ranks, while Austin Westlake and Clyde 149; 8. Benham, 166; 9. Gatesville, 217; ter, 9:49; 4. Ron Wakefield, Austin West- El Paso, 11:53; 8. Dee Dee Rylance, Clear shared honors in Conference B to high­ 10. Waco Midway, 224. lake, 9:50; 5. J. DeLaGarza, Beeville Lake, 11:53; 9. Marilyn Flynn, Bay town light the annual UIL state cross country Individuals—1. Hope Fullwood, High­ Jones, 9:51; 6. Bobby Schneider, Friends- Lee, 11:53; 10. Gloria Mejia, El Paso, meet, held Saturday, December 1 at land (Roscoe), 11:34; 2. Margaret Hil­ wood, 9:54; 7. Jimmy Sterling, A&M 11:54. Southwest University in Georgetown. lary, Bridgeport, 11:39; 3. Susan Gilliam, Consolidated, 9:55; 8. Todd Kerr, Keller, Bowie High easily took the Conference Brownsville Pace, 11:42; 4. Diane Mc- 9:57; 9. Tony Martinez, Falfurrias, 9:57; Conference A—Boys A boys division over crosstown rival Bel Carty, Gregory-Portland, 11:45; 5. Gerri 10. Lennie Carlton, A&M Consolidated, Team totals—1. El Paso Bowie, 49; 2. Air and Clear Lake while El Paso High, Lopez, DeSoto, 12:03; 6. Sherri Painter, 9:59. El Paso Bel Air, 92; 3. Clear Lake, 104; led by Patsy Norman, swept the A girls Tulia, 12:07; 7. Bernice Mavariz, Lub­ 4. Edinburg, 107; 5. Pasadena Dobie, 135; division. bock Dunbar, 12:12; 8. Rea Huddleston, Conference A—Girls 6. Conroe McCullough, 148; 7. King Austin Westlake edged defending Clyde, 12:13; 9. Terri Turner, New Team totals—1. El Paso, 72; 2. Mc- (Kingsville), 203; 8. Arlington, 208; 9. champ A&M Consolidated for the boys Caney, 12:14; 10. Tina Kutcher, Grape­ Allen, 94; 3. Clear Lake, 103; 4. Houston Dallas Highland Park, 210; 10 San An- Conference B title and surprising Clyde vine, 12:19. Memorial, 107; 5. Dallas Highland Park, ' gelo Central, 219. jumped from a ninth place finish at the 132; 6. El Paso Bel Air, 153; 7. El Paso Individuals—1. Kyle Wright, McCul­ 1978 meet to the girls championship, sur­ Conference B—Boys Coronado, 155; 8. Edinburg, 175; 9. Hous­ lough (Conroe), 9:25; 2. John Robinson, passing the likes of defending charnpion Team totals—1. Austin Westlake, 58; ton Spring Branch, 189; 10. San Antonio Pasadena Dobie, 9:27; 3. John Sauer- Abernathy and 1978 runner-up Browns­ 2. A&M Consolidated (College Station), Churchill, 241. hage, Arlington, 9:29; 4. Ricardo Diaz, ville Pace. 75; 3. Friendswood, 80; 4? Mansfield, 99; Individuals—1. Patsy Norman, El El Paso Bowie, 9:31; 5. Scott Jones, Clear The full results are as follows: 5. Hondo, 131; 6. Waco Midway, 155; Paso, 11:34; 2. Margarita Salinas, Pharr- Lake, 9:33; 6. Sergio Oaxaca, El Paso Conference B—Girls 7. Beeville Jones, 160; 8. Tomball, 163; 9. San Juan-Alamo, 11:37; 3. Lisa Ellis, Bel Air; 7. Carlos Guerrero, El Paso Aus­ Team totals—1. Clyde, 59; 2. Pace Grapevine, 221; 10. Dumas, 261. San Antonio Churchill, 11:40; 4. Mary tin, 9:41; 8. Gacilio Garcia, Weslaco, (Brownsville), 93; 3. Tulia, 95; 4. Individuals—1. Andrew Daniels, Burk- Clements, Highland Park, 11:43; 5. Chris 9:42; 9. Alfredo Trejo, El Paso Bowie, Georgetown, 118; 5. Gregory-Portland, burnett, 9:44; 2. Greg Adair, Sulphur Meeks, Alief-Elsik, 11:46; 6. Maricela 9:45; 10. Rolando Perez, Edinburg, 9:46.

UIL From page 1 ference competing in the regional band contests provided there are at least five competing bands in each conference. If, in a region, there are less than five bands competing in any conference, that conference (of less than five bands) shall be combined with the next higher or lower conference, whichever has fewer compet­ ing members, and three representatives may be certified from the combined con­ ferences. —The council requested for further study by the Music Committee the seventh and eighth grade solo-ensemble contests, which were eliminated for the 1978-79 and subsequent school years. The state music director was also in­ structed to identify junior high and in­ termediate schools in AA, A, and B high school districts for music competition as an insertion in the League Contest and Contest Rules.

AND THEY'RE OFF—Ninety-eight runners charged up the first hill of the two-mile course, lending a somewhat hectic visage to the normally quiet countryside outside Inconsistency in local Georgetown, site of the state cross-country meet. Weather conditions were perfect for the grueling overland jaunts—a pleasant departure from the cold and bitter ex­ committees a problem periences of the recent past. By BILL FARNEY trons of the community being penalized. In many instances, committee members Athletic Director From page 1 One of the greatest strengths of the are on the same telephone exchange and Council University Interscholastic League is the receive ominous telephone calls after a local legislative, judicial, and administra­ decision to penalize someone. ment games are the exclusive property of ments. The council ordered studies of tive control through the district execu­ 3. Administrators are hesitant about the League broadcast network. both requests. tive committee. The power of the district penalizing other schools when there was The council discussed the problems ex­ —A proposal allowing first and second executive committee gives each district a no intent to beat the rules by the schools. perienced prior to the network and place district finishers to advance into considerable amount of autonomy in nu­ This usually happens when there is an ordered a study by League staff members the state playoffs. The Athletic Commit­ merous matters. ineligible student on a technicality. and representatives of the broadcast tee was assigned to review the request. Even though the district executive Another problem with the judicial industry of the situation. —A request by Christ the King School committee does an outstanding job, it function of the district executive commit­ —A request by the Texas Tennis of Lubbock to allow private schools to does have a few problems. Probably the tee is the converse of the no penalty con­ Coaches Association that an academic join the League. Council members, having greatest problem is the lack of con­ cept. The district executive committee incentive program be initiated and that heard conflicting opinions on the subject sistency within judicial functions of the usually either wants to exonerate the the TTCA State Team Championships from within the private school structure, district executive committee. schools or "hang" them. The "hanging" not be counted as one of the eight tourna- voted to take no action on the request. This article is not intended in any way occurs when the district executive com­ to criticize the individuals on the district mittee finally gets "fed up" with the ac­ executive committee or the group. In­ tion of a school within the district. This From page 3 stead, the article is an attempt to explain usually happens in cases of misbehavior. Conferences what happens or predict what will hap­ The first few times the district execu­ pen; in other words, an attempt at the­ tive committee closes its eyes to the mis­ were specific recommendations for im­ campuses, inspect their facilities and dis­ orizing why there is inconsistency. behavior, partially for reasons stated proving each school's publication. cuss journalism with their instructors. School officials who compose the dis­ above, the school in question indicates Through the use of audio-visual equip­ It goes without saying that the confer­ trict executive commitee are usually hesi­ they will straighten up their fans ment and printed handouts, conference ences' success depends on the dedicated site hosts provided students and advisers tant about penalizing schools in their dis­ or students. When these problems con­ efforts of the host colleges. This past fall, trict even when there has been a definite tinue to occur, the district executive com­ alike tips on making their publication a more viable part of the educational the various journalism contest coordina­ violation of rules. There are probably a mittee becomes "fed up" and a rather tors did excellent jobs organizing and severe penalty is assessed. program. number of reasons this is true, but the administering the Saturday morning main ones that come to mind are: The ideal way to handle the violations Finally, the conferences allowed stu­ conferences. 1. Administrators are hesitant about at the local level would be to rule all vio­ dents the opportunity to visit college penalizing other schools because they feel lations as violations and assess an ap­ in a way they are penalizing a peer (the propriate penalty for such violations superintendent or principal of the other (even though the violations may seem school). This is especially true in cases minor, unintended, or beyond the control where the district executive committee of the school). Volleyball feels the superintendent did all he could The theoretical implication above ex­ to avoid the problem, or he was com­ plains why violations are not always Port Neches-Groves, Monahans, Kountze, Brazos and Abbott won state volleyball champion­ pletely unaware there was a problem. ruled violations. This article is an at­ ships, Dec. 7-8 In Austin. Full results and team pictures will be published in the January 2. Administrators are hesitant about tempt at looking at ourselves within our Leaguer. penalizing other schools because they organization so we can improve the will have to receive "flak" from the pa­ system for all our activities. news Pag* 8 Sample speech topics, contest tips released Topics for speech contestants were 6. Who are the Democratic candidates 8. Who will win the Democratic party Practice at least twice a week. Draw completed recently by Marilyn Swinton, for president? nomination in 1980? five topics, select one, prepare a seven- UIL speech activities director. 7. What has been Rosalynn Carter's 9. How will HEW change under Pa­ minute talk during a 30-minute period in The following sample topics cover a role as First Lady? tricia Roberts Harris? which you organize a speech into an in­ wide range of current events. Research 8. What were the events leading to the 10. What is the significance of Israel's troduction (present the topic and meth­ material on these topics may include Iranian crisis? Moshe Dayan's recent resignation? daily newspapers, current new periodi­ 9. How did President Carter react to odology) , body of three-four main points cals, news broadcasts, and other publi­ Contest Tips with appropriate support, and a conclu­ cations relevant to the distribution of the presence of Russian troops in Cuba? 10. Why is Gov. Bill Clements planning There are a number of ways a student sion which summarizes the theme and current event news. may prepare for the contest and most to call a special session of the Texas Leg­ main points. Remember to answer the Informative Speaking islature? evolve around monitoring current events. Read leading news sources, such as question! 1. What is Paul Volcker's battle daily newspapers and news magazines, Be aware of the techniques of effective against inflation? Persuasive Speaking i.e. Time, Newsweek, U.S. News and communication delivery. Eye contact, 2. The Kemeny Commission's report 1. Should Congress enact a value-added World Report, Christian Science Moni­ poised posture, clarity of articulation, on Three Mile Island: An analysis. tax? tor, Texas Monthly, Texas Business. Con­ 3. What have been the effects of de­ 2. Should the United States protect the centrate on articles related to major skillful use of pauses, rate of speaking, regulating the U.S. airlines? Shah of Iran? current events and significant national, vocal inflections, and effective use of ges­ 4. Ten years of the Burger Court: An 3. What should the U. S. do to assist state and international problems. tures and bodily movement are critical analysis. Thailand and Cambodia? Listen and watch television and radio considerations in the speech contest news broadcasts. 5. Who are the Republican candidates 4. Does the United States need a De­ Develop a file of materials—a card in­ areas. for president? partment of Education? dex—to aid in the preparation of your Remember: The true purpose of a 5. What will be the future of Ameri­ speeches. A card index file will prove speech contest is to help the student be­ can business in the 1980's? vastly helpful, as will a bibliography of come a better, more confident public 6. Are major U. S. oil companies pro­ pertinent articles and a collection of the speaker. It should be and can be a valu- From page 2 fiting too much from the energy crunch? most uesful articles covering the general Frills 7. Who will win the Republican party areas of political, social, economic, edu­ ble part of each student's comprehensive resources to the funding of public nomination in 1980? cational and cultural interests. education. education." Obviously, there is no immediate panacea in the form of federal dollars. It is clear that not with any amount of money can we buy our way out of the Practice number sense release dates given public schools crisis. Bigger school bud­ By GeNELLE BECK mentary schools a chance to participate January 4, 1980—MM-A, invitational gets will not make parents impose disci­ Number Sense Director and the junior high students will wel­ meets. pline at home to the extent that their As we conclude the student activity come an easy start on the tests. January 22, 1980—MM-B for invita­ children will respect authority at school. conferences, many of you are preparing There have also been some revisions in tional meets and MM-A for individuals. Bigger school budgets will not wipe for the spring meets with new ideas and the 1979-80 high school number sense February 12, 1980—MM-C for invita- out the effects of racism that politicians, renewed enthusiasm. This is great. For tests. In this series, MM-A through MM- tational meets and MM-B for individuals. parents and school officials often impose those of you who were unable to attend 4, you will find the first 35 problems on March 4, 1980—All practice tests are upon students. a conference in your area, I will try to each test much less difficult. These prob­ available. Bigger budgets can only go so far in inform you of what's happening. lems contain more arithmetic and less I urge you to attend as many invita­ wiping out the boredom, the insecurities, In the past, the elementary number stated problems. In general, they are tional meets as possible. They will help the other psychological problems that sense tests were designed for junior high much easier. your students learn to take the tests cause 14-year-olds to turn to beer, booze, students (sixth, seventh and eighth This should allow your freshmen stu­ under conditions similar to those at the marijuana and sometimes harder drugs. grades). This year's tests, series E115 dents to make a good score and not be­ spring meets. But by providing adequate financial through E118, include material for the come discouraged. The final 45 problems If by March 4, 1980, you do not have support for public schools we can say one fourth and fifth grades as well. on the test will be of the same nature as copies of all the practice tests, you may important thing as a society: We realize The first 35 problems on each test con­ those problems found on the tests of the order them from the League office. The practice tests, MM-A, MM-B and MM-C, that we have no alternative means of tain the concepts which are taught at preceding five or six years. educating 47 million children, so we are are similar to the tests that will be given the fourth and fifth grade levels. The last I would advise you to become ac­ not going to destroy the public schools in at the -district, regional and state meets quainted with the types of problems on our confusion and frustration. Were we 35 problems on the tests will be of the this spring. to do so, we would be worse criminals same nature as those found on the ele­ these tests and to obtain all the practice I hope to see many of you at the state that the wild teen-agers who break win­ mentary tests of preceding years. tests that were written for this year. meet in May. As I've said before, "We dows, set fires and otherwise defile our I feel this will be beneficial to both The release dates for these tests are as can't all win at state, but all of you are places of learning. groups of students. It will give the ele­ follows: winners." List of planning meeting directors released The following One-Act Play Contest Districts not listed here or in last 4—Doyle R. Wood, Hirschi High School, Wichita 6—Kenneth Crouch, O'Donnell High School, O'-' Falls 7630B Donnell 79361 planning meeting directors have been month's edition have not been received by 6—Ray E. Die, Gainesville High School, Gaines­ 9—Richard McReavy, Reagan High School, Big named by district directors general. This the State Office. Contact your district di­ ville 76240 Lake 76932 7—Sue Tomberlaine, Atlanta High School, At­ 19—Gene King, Spring Hill I.S.D., Longview 75605 list is in addition to the one in the No­ rector general for the name of the re­ lanta 75551 21—Georg Anna Gray, Tatum High School, Tatum vember Leaguer. If you have not heard sponsible individual. Your administration 8—Agatha Warren, Athens High School, Athens 75691 from your OAP planning meeting direc­ has a copy of the 1979-80 Spring Meet 75751 25—Raymond Young, Evadale High School, Eva- 13—Pat Huber, Madison High School, San Antonio dale 77615 tor, contact him at once. Feb. 1 is the List. 78217 29—Melvin Martin, Lackland High School, San last day for organizing spring meet No Area Meets will be required in 15—Bill Schuetz, Gregory-Portland High School, Antonio 78236 30—Mary Harper, Dilley High School, Dilley 78017 districts. Conference AAA this year. Gregory 78359 Conference B Conference AAAA Conference AA 10—Joyce Caddell, Jacksboro High School, Jacks- 9—Max Dickerson, Greenwood High School, Mid. 4—Christine Roberson, 4409 49th, Lubbock 79414 land 79701 9—Don Blankenship, Sam Houston High School, boro 76056 17—Bennett Hanna, Woodville High School, Wood, 12—Higinia Pena, San Elizario High School, San Arlington 76014 Elizario 79849 ville 75979 13—Joe Honore, Pinkston High School, Dallas 13—Troy Gauntt, Rochester I.S.D., Rochester 75212 20—Tom Golson, Sealy I.S.D., Sealy 77474 79544 17—Gerald Clanton, Memorial High School, Houston 24—Carolyn Johnson, Burnet High School, Burnet 14—Howard L. Neeb, Windthorst I.S.D., Wind- 77024 78611 22—Kim Smith, West Orange-Stark High School, thorst 76389 27—Ted Dockery, Bandera High School, Bandera 24—Jerry Leinart, Region X Educational Service Orange 77630 78008 31—Nicki A. Roberson, Sam Houston High School, Center, Greenville 76401 28—Frank Harmier, Hondo High School, Hondo 81—Edwin G. McAdams, Leon I.S.D., Jewett 75846 San Antonio 78220 78861 32—Cynthia Shade, Lee High School, San Antonio 33—Virginia Brack, Colmesneil I.S.D., Colmes- 78213 Conference A neil 75938 Conference AAA 2—Ethelyn Grady, Clarendon High School, Clar­ 36—Marjorie Allen, Texas School for the Blind, 3—Jerry Worsham, Snyder High School, Snyder endon 79226 Austin 78756 79B49 8—Dee Williams, Vega High School, Vega 79092 87—Thomas Richey, Utopia I.S.D., Utopia 78884 UIL session set during TETA convention The single UIL critic judge workshop Park Inn ballroom. The workshop will ministrators and/or teachers are not eli­ scheduled this year is during the annual serve to certify new OAP judges and gible and the executive committee must convention of the Texas Educational allow those previously listed to renew pass individually on the qualifications of Theatre Association, January 21, Febru­ certification. Only eleven judges listed each applicant. have not attended a workshop in the past ary 1 and 2 at the North Park Inn and Prospective judges and Drama Direc­ five years. They must renew for contin­ Southern Methodist University in Dallas. tors interested in the judging workshop ued listing in 1980-81. A listing of new and demonstration provided by two Dal­ All sections of TETA (College/Univer­ judges will be published in February. las area high schools and one of the top sity, Community Junior College, Secon­ Prospective accredited critic judges for judges in Texas should plan to attend. dary School, Child Drama and Commu­ the one-act play contest must have a min­ Contact Dr. Charley Helfert, Theatre nity Theatre) will convene along with the imum of 36 college semester hours of Division, Southern Methodist University, Texas section of USITT. drama/theatre courses or the equivalent Dallas 75275 or Lynn Murray, state The critic judging workshop is set for in professional training and experience drama director, UIL for convention 9 a.m. Saturday, February 2, in the North in educational theatre. Public school ad­ program details.