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t has become a tradition for at least 15 educators in the state to plan at least one annual trip to Austin each year because they do so well in UIL competition they I know they will be coming to Austin for state contests. These educators, recog- nized as the elite of the elite, have been named as Southwestern Bell Sponsor Proper Equation Excellence Award recipients for the Before she selects her math team, South- 2001-2002 school year. western Bell Sponsor Excellence Award win- Of the 15, 10 represent academics, ner Faye Parish of Bridge City High School three athletics and two music instructs her students on basic math skills. A panel of judges representing the From there, she begins selecting the fortu- areas of music, academics and athletics nate few who will have the opportunity to compete in UIL and possibly advance to selected the winners from nominees state. Parish has been successful in taking submitted by school principals and students to state. In the last 10 years, superintendents statewide. Parish’s teams have shown success in the Southwestern Bell will provide each different math competitions, and in fact have advanced to state in one or more of the the recipient with $1,000 and a symbolic three math contests. The Calculator Applica- memento. tions team has placed first at district for 10 In its 11th year, the UIL-Southwest- years. ern Bell Sponsor Excellence Award seeks photo by Dustin Trevino, Bridge City High School to highlight the contributions of UIL outstanding educators.” sponsored the speech events at four years despite being very active within the sponsors. The award was created to The UIL-Southwestern Bell Sponsor and has served as UIL Coordinator two school and in the community.” identify and recognize outstanding Excellence Award was originally made years. She is also active with the Texas sponsors who assist students in develop- possible by a grant from the Effie and Speech Communication Association and Judy Childress ing and refining their extra-curricular Wofford Cain Foundation, in honor of is a member of the regional advisory John Foster Dulles High School, talents to the highest degree possible Frank W. Denius, a director of the Cain committee. She, too, serves as a judge at Sugar Land within the educational system, while Foundation. The partnership between the state speech tournament. Childress, who has been at Dulles helping to keep their personal worth Southwestern Bell and the UIL began in “Although winning is much more fun High School 17 years, has had 16 All- separate from their success or failure in 1997. Through this union, Southwestern than losing, winning cannot be the State choir members and 300 All-District competition. Bell joins the UIL in its efforts to measure of success of a school’s competi- and All-Region singers. She has been strengthen and promote the role of extra- tive program,” Alderson said. “What we named as campus “Teacher of the Year” “Motivating one’s self is the key. We curricular activities in Texas. Southwest- teach as coaches, whether in the numerous times and been recognized as must have a strong desire for each ern Bell’s support not only enhances the classroom, at the speech tournament, on the district’s “Teacher of the Year,” also. quality of the Sponsor Excellence Award the football field, or while preparing band One parent saw Childress’s qualities. child to maximize his or her abili- but of all UIL programs. contests is much more valuable than “You are a treasure among teachers,” ties.” The UIL-Southwestern Bell Sponsor winning that trophy that later fills our the parent said. “Great teachers trans- Excellence Award recipients for 2001 closets and gather dust. We must teach form lives. We know you are gifted in Judy Childress, include: students to think critically.” your ability to see the potential in our Dulles High School, Sugar Land Her principal sees the dedication she children and transform them into Linda Alderson has for her students. something they could only dream of.” Boling High School, Boling “I must admit she is the most Competition, too, is a major idea in “The benefits of interscholastic Alderson has been involved in public dedicated, hard working sponsor I’ve ever her vocabulary as Childress emphasizes competition and student performance are school education 14 years and previously worked with,” Boling High principal “be aggressive, be aggressive.” made possible by dedicated directors, taught at Wharton County Junior College Wade Stidevent said. “She is solely in it “Competition is important individually, sponsors and coaches,” UIL Director Dr. 11 years. Before coming to Boling, she for the students. She maintains high Bill Farney said. “The University directed the one-act play at El Campo academic standards for her students, continued on page 7 Interscholastic League salutes all of these seven years. While at Boling, she has UIL Leaguer 2 • News February 2002 Challenges With new realignments, schools face different situations in scheduling

he 2002-2004 UIL re- With the new alignment comes new opportunity for This country is in a recession. State revenues will be alignment, released all schools to envision new ways to save on travel, while less. School budgets will be impacted. Every new realign- TFeb. 4, defines the assuring youngsters of solid competition. Other states ment draws attention to expenses of interschool compe- growth of Texas school face travel problems and have accomplished maximum tition. This year will be no exception. population. playing time with careful planning (e.g., utilizing non- There will be those who question expenditures for EDITOR Since 1976, Conference school nights for long trips; making sure buses are full extracurricular programs. Some will be extremists. Some Dr. Bill Farney 5A has jumped from 1,220 with different teams traveling together). will simply be asking, “Can we do it cheaper?” And, yes, UIL Director to 1,910. Conference A was In 1967, I inquired about a coaching job in McCamey. some will question the value of schools having activities. 124 and below in 1976, and They were in the district Now, more than ever, MANAGING EDITOR has now moved to 179 and with two El Paso area school administrators, par- Randy Vonderheid With the new alignment comes new below. Other factors have teams. Omitting Tuesday ents and coaches need to Assistant Academic Bill Farney opportunity for all schools to envi- Director skewed the population UIL Director night travel, they sched- review and expound the more toward large metro- uled Friday night and Sat- sion new ways to save on travel, values of interschool per- ADMINISTRATIVE politan areas with declining population in rural areas. urday 2 p.m. games in El while assuring youngsters of solid formance and competi- STAFF Twenty three schools dropped from 5A to 4A and 25 Paso one year. Then the competition. tion. Dr. William D. from Conference 2A to 1A. next year, the El Paso team Our staff has material Farney, director; School superintendents recognized several years ago came for Friday-Saturday that can help. Contact Dr. Charles the expanding range between the smallest and largest nights in McCamey. The hotel costs and meals were them. Do not take for granted any good situation you Breithaupt, director of Conference A schools and created two divisions in cheaper than the additional trip. have. You will probably have to defend all expenditures. athletics; basketball. The addition of a third team in the playoffs Other tactics can be used in an eight-team district If you were asked to drop two sports, two academic Richard Floyd, has partially offset the advantage of larger schools over where four teams are geographically removed from the contests and two music activities, how would you re- director of music smaller enrollment schools in the same conference. And other four. Tuesday night games can be played with the spond? What reasons would you give for dropping any activities; in football, where size discrepancy creates a definite closest teams and Friday nights used for travel to the activity? Would the decision be based on whether or not advantage-disadvantage, the two division champions in farthest schools. Baseball double headers can also be the activity produces revenue? Would you consider just Bobby Hawthorne, director of academics; 2A through 5A have received majority acceptance. utilized to save travel costs. dropping those sports in which students are participating Any distribution of almost 1,300 high schools into While some inconvenience is bound to occur, coaches heavily on non-school teams? Rhonda Alves, five conferences does cause some problems. Extreme should convince their parents and patrons that every Our view at the League office is that all activities are assistant academic travel is a reality that continues to frustrate. The 300- tactic is being used to minimize expense and loss of class unique and serve a significant purpose for students. But, director; mile trip from Amarillo to San Angelo seems ridiculous, time. there are probably other specific reasons to find value in Vicki Bryant, project but in reality could be the best solution to that problem. Someone asked about adding a sixth conference to all activities. We better find those reasons, keep them coordinator; Rockwall and DeSoto going to East Texas for football help equalize disparities in school size. This concept has close to our hearts and gather our friends around us in Diana Cardona, is another example of population shifts. Both Marshall been studied at least four times in the past 20 years. support. Our ability to convince complete strangers of spring meet materials and Nacogdoches dropped into 4A. Travel is somewhat Every time the result of study leads to many travel the value of extracurricular programs could be the differ- director; modified in that the two metroplex schools move back situations similar to those facing Districts 2-5A and 11- ence in keeping them. Peter Contreras, into the Dallas-Fort Worth area for other activities 5A. The proposal sounds simple, but reality does not Finally, a thank you. Thank you for understanding athletic coordinator; requiring mid-week (school night) trips. But for the four permit a district with one Amarillo school, two from what our staff goes through every realignment. We try to Mark Cousins, East Texas teams remaining for basketball and all other Midland-Odessa, and one or two from El Paso being in place ourselves in your shoes, to walk with you and see assistant activities, it will require creative scheduling to keep the same district. your challenges. Thank you for being educators, because athletic director; their teams playing while schools in other districts are In the last study completed, Temple and Longview above all else, we must be. Sandra Deel, playing district games. were in the same district. It is simple mathematics. Take It is the positive things we impart to youth that gives financial officer; For example, as some Conference A schools now do, 225 schools, divide them into two conferences, and the their generation hope. Thank you for disagreeing with Sam Harper, waiver a third district game with the same school might be distance between the schools increased because they are us. It is healthy. Have you ever disagreed with yourself? officer; necessary. now driving past — but not playing — schools to get to We question ourselves, and then try to get better. Thank Lynn Murray, one- Charter schools have complicated the picture as more distant opponents. you for approaching your jobs with dedication. act drama director; more of them are participating. We hope these schools A proposal was made four years ago to simply put The dreams of August may not bear visible fruit at improve their participation and especially recognize the schools in a conference, let them get their own games graduation in May. But if the seeds of effort and educa- Bonnie Northcutt, hardship placed on other schools when charter schools without being assigned to a district, then at the end of tion are imparted to your students, they will surely bear director of policy; sign up to play, but drop out leaving open dates or stop the season, take the schools with the best records and put fruit someday. This is the victory for educators - that not Jana Riggins, playing during district schedules, leaving schools behind them in the state playoffs. Would you care to justify this everyone can see — but will eventually make that assistant academic with no games to play. It is especially important that method to parents and the public? significant difference. director; charter schools learn the rules and abide by them. Kim Rogers, public information officer; 471-5883). Letters, inquiries and neth Judy, superintendent, Crawford Tony Daugherty, Pottsboro ISD; Robert Rachel Seewald, changes of address should be sent to ISD; Teresa L. Long, Austin; Ruth French, Giddings ISD; John Hall, Cuero athletic coordinator; Leaguer UIL, Box 8028, Austin, TX 78713-8028. Meredith, Horseshoe Bay; Robert ISD. Jane Teixeira, The Leaguer is published monthly by Payton, DeSoto; Douglas Steger, su- 2A • Don Gibson, Wall ISD; Richard assistant to the “ISSN 0897-4314” The University Interscholastic League. It perintendent, LaPoynor ISD, LaRue. Cohagan, Gunter ISD; Dan Noll, New is published in September, October, Diana ISD; Charles Butcher, Boling athletic director; POSTMASTER: Send address November/December, January/Febru- LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ISD. David Trussell, changes to The Leaguer, P.O. Box 8028, ary, March and April. There are no is- Chair: Don Gibson, Wall ISD; 1st A • N. Dean Johnson, Nazareth ISD; computer technology Austin, TX 78713. sues in May June, July or August. One Vice Chair, Don Hendrix, Crosby ISD; Don Rhodes, May ISD; Dan Jones, director; The Leaguer is the official publica- year’s subscription is $8. Periodicals 2nd Vice Chair, Tony Daugherty, Trenton ISD; William (Ed) Stidham, Randy Vonderheid tion of the University Interscholastic Postage Paid in Austin, TX. Pottsboro ISD. Bartlett ISD. assistant academic League. The Leaguer is distributed to 5A • Vernon Newsom, Mansfield ISD; At-large members • Elizabeth Saenz, director. Texas public school administrators, STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE James Terry, Mesquite ISD; Gary Crowell, Balmorhea ISD; Inocente Quintanilla, contest directors, coaches and spon- Chairman: Charles Zepeda, superin- Fort Bend ISD; Pete Anthony, San Anto- Socorro ISD; Eugene Young, Kimball sors, the media, and to other inter- tendent, Odem-Edroy ISD; nio Southwest ISD. HS, Dallas ISD; Kay Waggoner, Red ested parties. Members: James Brewer, superinten- 4A • Kenneth Greene, Plainview ISD; Oak ISD; Alton Frailey, Spring Branch Access the UIL on the Web at http:// dent, DeKalb ISD; Lloyd Choice, Hous- Mark Henry, Sulphur Springs ISD; Don ISD; Elizabeth Treadway, Hardin- www.uil.utexas.edu. ton; Paul Galvan, athletic director, Fort Hendrix, Crosby ISD; Alton Fields, Jefferson ISD; Dolores Muñoz, Point The UIL office is located at 1701 Worth ISD; Elizabeth (Libby) Gardner, Pleasanton ISD. Isabel ISD; Georgia Johnson, Round Manor Rd., Austin, TX 78722 (512/ superintendent, Pflugerville ISD; Ken- 3A • Jerry Blakely, Littlefield ISD; Rock ISD. UIL Leaguer February 2002 Academics • 3 The Beauty of the Journey Winning and losing are not the only important parts of the game Q any of my fond- man whose chief strategy seemed to be to berate and those he taught about grace, generosity and strength in A est memories belittle his players. I’ve seen coaches run up the score on his final days — will be with those children and with me Mrevolve around teams just to pad their stats for the rankings. I once the rest of our lives. Q: Several teachers sports, either as a player, coached against a woman who at a crucial moment in a Of course, many don’t conjure images of the Bill who do not coach UIL fan or coach. Many of my key game instructed the slow girl to fake an asthma Griffins of the world when they think about sports today. events are concerned strongest friendships were attack so she wouldn’t have to bat. The lesson she taught It is an unfortunate result of the times that sports have that our academic forged on a football field or her girls that day was clearly, “Anything to win.” become big business. A lot of us have grown weary of the UIL members spend tennis court. My life has Fortunately, I haven’t encountered many like her. “Show Me The Money,” celebrity-driven, trash-talking, been indelibly molded by Most of the coaches I’ve known are like Bill Griffin, an in-your-face, crime-and-scandal sodden coverage that too much time my involvement with ath- old friend who died in June 2000 after a long illness. Bill dominates cable TV and talk radio, and we’ve grown studying for competi- letes and athletics. and I grew up together in White Oak. His sister later cynical and disillusioned with sports, particularly profes- tion and are there- I’ve enjoyed every Bobby Hawthorne married my brother. Bill and I played football together, sional sports. The Dallas Cowboys can win the next 15 Academics Director fore in violation of range of emotion possible were both members of the high school newspaper and Super Bowls in a row, and I couldn’t care less. — from a 13-1 record my senior year in football to a 3- yearbook staffs and later worked together as young But I don’t feel that way about high school sports. I the 8-hour rule. This 13 record as a rookie coach of my 8-year-old daughter’s sportswriters at the Longview Morning Journal. I went on want my alma mater to win even though I don’t know a concern does not kickball team, from mopping the floor with my youngest to The University of Texas at Austin. He went to kid on the team. I appreciate the young people who involve concern for brother in two-on-two basketball to continuously falling Louisiana Tech, but we remained close. dedicate themselves to a team and a cause. I don’t glorify UIL interfering with to him three or four years later in tennis, generally After bouncing around from one job to another, Bill high school athletics. It’s not why we have school. But I other curricular prompting me to smash my fancy Bjorn Borg Donnay became what he was meant to be: a teacher and a coach. admire the kids who hustle out there on those playing racquet into the net or hurl it in disgust over the chain- He began by coaching junior varsity girls basketball, fields and courts. And I especially admire the men and requirements, just link fence at White Oak High. then became an assistant varsity coach, finally became women who coach them. Most aren’t doing it for the that the students are I cried when the Dallas Cowboys lost to Baltimore head football coach and athletic director at Danbury, a money or the prestige. They’re doing it because they love ineligible because 16-13 on a last-second field goal in the 1969 Super Bowl. coastal town just south of Houston. In terms of wins and working with kids, to be a part of their lives during the they study too many The next year, they demolished the Miami Dolphins 24- losses, he wasn’t all that successful. In terms of helping trials and tribulations of any season. 7. I still get goose bumps when I read Tex Maule’s story young people grow and mature, he was a triple Olympic A novice high school sports writer would do well to hours after school. I in Sports Illustrated, which I’ve saved. Gold Medalist. Bill loved young people, loved joking enter this world with a general appreciation of the efforts went to the UIL web I love sports. I appreciate the lessons young people with them, loved challenging them to suck it up and deal these young people and their coaches make. If and when site and found learn by competing in sports, but I’m not lost to the with it, regardless of what “it” was. he or she loses this appreciation, becomes jaded, sees practice guidelines damage that misguided adults can inflict on them as well. Bill was the kind of man every parent wants to coach only the bumps and potholes in the road and not the for athletics but not I survived a season when my stepson was coached by a his child because the lessons he taught — particularly beauty of the journey, well then it’s time to put down the pen and pad and try something else. Despite the occa- for academics. Are 2002-2003 Literary Criticism list announced sional abuses, the times when fans turn into fanatics, there guidelines scholastic sports remains one of the best aspects of the regarding meeting NOVEL 13. “I Shall Forget You Presently, My Dear” American high school experience. It’s a profession full of times, hours per The Gates of the Alamo by Stephen Harrigan 14. “Not with Libations, but with Shouts and Laughter” men and women like Bill Griffin, and the lessons they’re week, vacation time, 2001 paperback, $14. ORDERING INFORMA- 15. “And You as Well Must Die, Beloved Dust” teaching last a lifetime. TION: ISBN 0-14-100002-3, Viking Penguin, 1-800- 16. “Pity Me Not Because the Light of Day” Moreso, their stories deserve to be told. etc. that we are not 788-6262. Address: Penguin-Putnam, 405 Murray Hill 17. “I Shall Go Back Again to the Bleak Shore” Editor’s note: This essay is the preface from Bobby aware. Parkway, East Rutherford, NJ 07073-3246 18. “What Lips My Lips Have Kissed, and Where and Why” Hawthorne’s “The Coverage of Interscholastic Sports,” Texas Educational Paperback price: $9.10 19. “Euclid Alone Has Looked on Beauty Bare” which is available from the UIL by contacting Randy Vonder- A: Since most UIL 20. “To Jesus on His Birthday” heid at 512/232-7311 (fax) or [email protected]. POETRY 21. “On Hearing a Symphony of Beethoven” contests are curricu- Selected Poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay 22. “Love Is Not All, It IS Not Meat nor Drink” Capital Conference lum based, it’s Any unabridged printing of the poems is accept- impossible to “study able. All of the selected poems are found inThe Mentor DRAMA set for June 28-29 too much.” The 8- Book of Major Ameican Poets, edited by Oscar Williams Richard III by William Shakespeare The UIL’s annual Capital Conference will be held hour rule applies to and Edwin Honig. 1998 paperback, $7.95, Penguin, Any unabridged edition may be used for this con- June 28-29 at The University of Texas at Austin. Think ISBN 0-451-62971-1, toll-freeorders 1-800-788-6262. test. Two paperback editions are listed below: 1988 all extracurricular of it as coaching school for academic sponsors and Address: Penguin-Putnam, 405 Murray Hill Parkway, paperback, Bantam’s Classics Series. ISBN 0-553- activities. If a UIL coordinators, speech teachers and elementary/junior high East Rutherford, NJ 07073-3246. 21304-0; $5.95 toll-free orders, 1-800-726-0600 Ban- coach conducted academic directors. The Mentor Book of Major American Poets price tam, 400 Hahn Road, Westminster, MD 21157. 2000 Like at the athletic coaching schools, this conference practices in excess through Texas Educational Paperback : $5.17 paperback, Pelican Shakespeare Series, ISBN 0-14- is the best way to have UIL academic coaches learn from of eight hours during The following poems will be used in the contest. 0711-83-9, $4.95, toll-free orders: 1-800-788-6262. the top educators in the business. More than 400 teach- This collection of poetry has been used by UIL Liter- Penguin-Putnam , 405 Murry Hill Parkway, East Ru- the school week, he ers and academic coordinators attended the 2001 con- ary Criticism for several years and will continue to be therford, NJ 07073-4256. or she could be ference, and the program this year promises to be the best a source for American poets. Richard III price through Texas Educational ever. found in violation of 1. “Renascence” Paperback : $3.86 (Bantam); $3.22 (Pelican) Sessions will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, June 28 and will state law. But if a 2. “Dirge without Music” go until 4:50 that afternoon. Coaches will return Satur- student wishes to 3. “Sping” REFERENCE day for sessions from 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Last year’s 4. “The Ballad of the Harp-Weaver” study the literature To order from Texas Educational Paperbacks, phone program included the following sessions: 5. “Moriturus” on the UIL literary 1-800-443-2078 or fax 1-800-437-7070. There are no • For beginners only: how to build a winning UIL 6. “Recuerdo” shipping or handling charges. academic program criticism reading list 7. “The Cameo” Please prepay orders under $10. • Tips on raising funds, building morale, and recruit- for 20 hours, that’s a 8. “Lament” Authority for Part I test items on Literary History ing students personal choice and 9. “Elegy before Death” th and Terms: A Handbook to Literature, 7 or 8th edi- • Organizing the district one-act play 10. “The Return” would not fall under tion., Prentice Hall, 1996. Edited by C. Hugh Holman • Building a winning math/science program and 11. “Conscientious Objector” the 8-hour rule. and William Harmon. ISBN 0-13-234782-2. This integrating it into your math curriculum 12. “Oh, Think I am Not Faithless to a Vowl” book is available only from Prentice Hall. Call 1-800- 350-3693. continued on page 15 UIL Leaguer 4 • Speech February 2002 Prose, poetry category changes EXTEMP TOPICS INFORMATIVE should not change research time 1. What steps is the United States taking to defend itself against bio-terrorism? or most of us, change tation required of the student is a copy of the Library of 2. How does the geography of Afghanistan affect the war on Al Qaeda? is seldom easy. Even Congress or Dewey Decimal classification or other pub- 3. What catastrophic national problems are Fwhen our present lished source such as the New York Times bestseller list Argentina’s new leadership facing? circumstances aren’t the that establishes the literary work as non-fiction. 4. Why did Enron collapse? best of times, we often hesi- What does this classification documentation look like and 5. What is the latest in Kashmir’s bloody tate to change for fear we’ll where do I locate it? Your first step is to open the original legacy of conflict? be welcoming in the worst source. On the back of the title page, the copyright can 6. Who is Steven Ambrose? of times. be located. Also on this page is the Library of Congress 7. More death and destruction in Congo: It’s the same thing ev- cataloguing data, which commonly reveals in its subject what’s the latest? ery time new UIL prose record paragraph whether the literature is fiction or non- 8. Who is the Abu Sayyaf and what does the and poetry categories are fiction. group he represent want? 9. What are the elements of President Bush’s introduced. We may have Jana Riggins If your book does not specifically contain the term education bill? gotten tired of southwest Assistant Academic Director non-fiction, it may list one of the literary forms included 10. What is Governor Rick Perry’s platform in authors the past three in the C&CR description. If it does, this is adequate his campaign to retain Texas’ top job? years, but at least we had the birthplace documentation documentation. Be aware that if you wish to read from an 11. What is Sean O’Keefe’s vision for NASA? covered for Jon Erickson. Now UIL wants to change autobiography, the Library of Congress will list it as a 12. Afghanistan’s future: what are the plans gears, forcing us to retreat from our filing cabinet of biography, since it does not distinguish between biogra- for a stable government? cuttings and approved documentation, sending us right phy and autobiography. Therefore, in addition to this 13. What are the achievements of the back into the library! cataloguing data, you will need to show the contest international space station? Actually, the new categories for 2001-02 have been director that your literature is written from the first- 14. Energy deregulation in Texas: what is the embraced much more readily than some the State Office person point of view. projected outcome? 15. What is included in the airline rescue has handed down in the past 40 years. However, I’ve “What if my book doesn’t list the work to be any of the package? gotten enough questions from coaches to convince me to literary forms in the UIL category description?” Your next 16. Africa’s battle against Ebola: what are the step is to consult the Library of Congress on-line. This latest details? Deadlines for the CX State Tournament easy-to-use web site can be accessed at lcweb.loc.gov. 17. Why is the U.S. increasing its pressure on When you arrive at the site, click on “Search the Cata- Yasser Arafat? Results & Judging forms are due within 10 calen- log.” Select a search method by clicking on “Subj-Name- 18. What makes the Enron bankruptcy Title-Cal#.” Enter either the author’s name or title. This different from other major financial failures of dar days after the District Meet. Certification will bring up library information on your book where you the past decade? forms are due Feb. 21. There is a $100 late fee can retrieve a brief record, subjects/content, full record or MARC tag. Going to full record will provide you not PERSUASIVE should forms arrive after Feb. 21 only with the the Library of Congress classification number, Dewey Decimal number, but also the subject 1. Will the Enron scandal lead to campaign 2002-2003 CX Debate Topic Announced label (i.e., memoir). If it lists one of the specific literary finance reform? forms included in the UIL descriptive paragraph for 2. Does the recent sale of basic goods to RESOLVED: That the United States federal category A, you can download the cataloguing informa- Cuba signal a thaw in U.S.-Cuban relations? tion to use as adequate documentation. 3. Can the 2002 Winter Olympics be made government should substantially increase public safe? Sounds easy enough, but what if the Library of Congress 4. Was President Bush’s State of the Union health services for mental health care in the doesn’t list one of the sanctioned literary forms? Go back to Address successful? United States. your original source of the literature. Attempt to locate 5. Will Tyrone Willingham be able to meet the a statement published in the book that indicates it is a challenges before him? true account. Sometimes, the introduction to a book or 6. How far should Russian President Vladimir devote yet another article to provide clarity before the book jacket will include such a statement. Putin go in his shift to the West? district meets. Don’t give up if you don’t find what you need. 7. Will state control of Philadelphia schools Let me begin by reminding every interp coach to Remember that you are allowed to use other published improve the quality of education? have a personal copy of the current UIL Prose and Poetry sources for verification. Consult your school library’s 8. After bin Laden: what should be next for the Handbook and to review Chapter 4. Many of your ques- copy of Contemporary Literary Criticism, Twentieth Cen- international coalition’s war on terrorism? tions have already been addressed in this publication. tury Literary Criticism, and Contemporary Authors. Simi- 9. Will lack of progress on campaign promises Need help finding lead to the fall of Mexican President Vicente Secondly, if you have not followed my Leaguer ar- lar reference books can be helpful for documenting Fox? speech judges for ticles, go to the UIL web site and download the back Category B such as Fiction Catalog and Frank McGill’s 10. Can Michael Bloomberg carry out Rudolph issues. In each article, space has been devoted to answer- Critical Survey of Long Fiction. Peruse the Internet links Giuliani’s commitment to rebuild New York your district or ing common questions about the categories. Continue posted on the UIL speech page under the index, “Spe- City? to examine upcoming articles. Be a regular visitor to the cific Questions and Rulings.” Booksinprint.com provides 11. Should medical research go forward on invitational meet? UIL speech web page to catch the latest additions to the an Advanced Search that allows you to filter titles creating human embryos? UIL now provides Frequently Asked Questions concerning the categories. through fiction and non-fiction. Work through your 12. Should Vanessa Leggett have served jail Poetry has prompted very few clarifications. Gener- favorite search engine. Book publishing companies are time in Houston? an on-line judging ally, about the only questions sent to the State Office are an additional source to consult. 13. What should be the fate of John Walker whether a particular work is one long poem (Category A A few words of caution: My recommendation is to Lindh? 14. Is the recession ending? database to assist requirements) or a series of poems. Category B must be first attempt to secure the Library of Congress or Dewey 15. Should the U.S. remove its troops from a program of poems by one poet. Decimal subject cataloguing for documentation. If that you on the speech Saudi Arabia? It’s the prose genre that has given rise to much does not list the literary form, and you only have the call 16. Can the airlines meet the requirements web page. confusion. The majority of questions focus around Cat- number, you will also need to print out the classification set forth in the Aviation and Transportation egory A, Non-Fiction: First-Person Narrative and its docu- guide that proves the call number as fiction or non- Safety Act? mentation requirements. fiction, depending upon which category you are docu- 17. Are the efforts by the United Nations to The describing paragraph for Category A indicates menting. This is critical! Most of the people running stabilize Somalia paying off? students must select a first-person narrative from one of your district contests will be speech or English teachers, 18. Will an American national missile defense the following forms: memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, not library cataloguers. It is your responsibility to pro- system lead to a return of Cold War tensions? journals, letters or essays. vide proof of what the number means and that it supports The point of a first person narrative is that the author the category. *additional topics are posted on the UIL web is writing about his or her actual experiences. Documen- continued on page 15 site UIL Leaguer February 2002 Journalism • 5 Final yearbook deadline

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Q: My student is Here’s a two-minute review of do’s, don’ts of journalism contests dyslexic. She wishes to compete in the UIL ith 20 years ex- have the time to adequately prepare students for UIL After writing the lead, ask yourself whether you math contest. Accord- perience in competition. After judging several invitational meets would read a story that started that way. If you can ing to her 504 plan, W teaching jour- and remembering my needs as a teacher, I’d like to truthfully answer “yes,” then you’ve written a good lead. she is allowed 100 nalism and advising publi- present a big service to journalism teachers statewide Remember, too, there is a “news peg” to the feature percent additional time cations, I always knew that and go over some basics students need to know when story and make sure you include that in the first two or to take state mandated January and February were competing. Teachers, feel free to tear this page out of the three paragraphs. standardized tests as critical times of the year. Leaguer and give it to your students to read while you Get a direct quote high in the story, and let quotes tell well as college en- No, not for preparing my check the last of those yearbook pages. a lot of the story. Quotes are an integral part of the trance examinations. students for UIL contests, There are some general rules. First and foremost, if feature story. Don’t return a story to the judges with one Can she have extended but for getting that final something is spelled a certain way in the prompt, do not or two quotes in it. Also, don’t make up information time to compete in UIL yearbook deadline to the change the spelling unless you absolutely know it is even though you are given the opportunity to expand on contests as well. printer or getting that last Randy Vonderheid spelled incorrectly. A good example would be “receive.” how something “might be” in the story. Assistant Academic Director paper out before ILPC dead- Everyone should know it is spelled “receive” but some- In this year’s Invitational A feature, the story talks A: No. The League has line. times computers mess up and it is spelled “recieve.” Feel about a ghost in the auditorium. There’s just one ghost, never offered extended So I recognize the dilemma journalism teachers face free to change that spelling. so if the contestant “imagines ghosts (plural) flying time to a student in when they have so many priorities ahead of them. Is it I was judging an invitational tournament the other throughout the school,” that person is creating informa- one of its academic more important to prepare students for academic compe- day and ran across a prompt that included Vincent Van tion not in the story. This is not allowed and the paper contests, just as it has tition or to complete a product that many times costs Gogh’s name in it. The contestant spelled it Gough. may be disqualified or put at the bottom of the stack. never ever required a $30,000 or more? Although the philosophical choice That is a major error. Also, the contestant is always Make sure you have a strong conclusion. The end of special needs student would be to prepare the students for academic success, going to be writing for Leaguetown High School. It is not a feature is just as important as the beginning. Try to end the reality is that the yearbooks, which in many places spelled Leaugetown. Contestants should be aware of the feature by bringing the reader back to the beginning to run only 90-meters cost approximately $30,000 and in some places range up those mistakes. or finishing with a strong quote. I try to have at least two of the 100-meter dash. to $100,000 to complete, is the first priority. Another general rule is to put only the number on quotes in each prompt that would make good a conclu- Academic competitions Because of this conflict, many times teachers don’t your entry. A name on a paper will disqualify it quicker sion. Try to find them and use one of them. wherein students than anything else. Also, use Leaguetown High School, EDITORIAL WRITING (45 MINUTES) advance from district to not your school. That’s another quick disqualification. One of the biggest problems I’ve seen with editorial region to state con- Ten publications Remember that normally the time element is ex- writers is that they get passionate and personal about the tests are different from tremely important in the prompt. One thing I do some- subject. The editorial writer must stay focused and im- college entrance or named as finalists times displeases some people. I will put names in prompts partial. The editorial writer must look at both sides standardized tests. that are spelled abnormally. One of the first things equally and decide which has better arguments and With standardized Ten Texas publications Westlake High School, journalists are taught is to check name spellings. In all support that side. tests, students are have been named as final- Austin; Hoofbeats, Burges my talks at Student Activity Conferences and other Judges expect to see the writer take a stance, develop competing against ists to receive Gold or Sil- High School, El Paso; Pan- journalism events, I explain how different names are that stance and come up with a specific solution. Be themselves. In UIL ver crowns from the Co- ther Tale, Duncanville spelled, starting with Smith, which could be Smith, specific about things in the editorial, and in this contest, contests, students are lumbia Scholastic Press High School, Duncanville; Smyth, Smythe or Smithe, just to give a few examples. I you can use some of your own ideas. competing against one Association, The Flash- warn students I will do that. Be prepared. Try to avoid quotes in editorials. Also, avoid second another in a competi- to be pre- Please note light, Now, for suggestions in each contest — person. When a writer is using second person, he or she tive vacuum. To sented at the NEWS WRITING (45 MINUTES) Abilene is usually preaching, and that means they are getting arbitrarily change that organization’s High Although there is a faction in the state who believes emotionally involved in the editorial. Always try to use that the vacuum — and a annual con- School. a feature lead is okay to use in the news writing category, third person — he, she, it, they or them. Don’t ever use decision to allow one vention in CSPA conven- Abilene; I suggest contestants always write a summary lead an- “I”. An editorial is a statement of staff, not of one person. student five additional New York The Lion, swering the most important of the 5Ws and H. In a HEADLINE WRITING (45 MINUTES) minutes, another City, March tion, held McKinney school newspaper, I would seldom advocate the use of Headline writing is a bit different than other con- seven, another 10 — 20-22. High the summary lead, but in this contest, we look to see if tests. The contestant will have approximately seven and In newspa- annually in School, the student has learned the very basic style of news a half minutes to write each headline. would disrupt the per competi- New York McKinney. writing — the inverted pyramid. We check to see if the We (UIL) used to say (and still say in our instruc- delicate, objective tion, three To be student can pick out the 5Ws and H (who, what, when, tions) that four or five excellent headlines are better environment needed to publications City, is set for named as a where, why and how) and if that student can get the than six mediocre ones. That was back when the contes- determine which have been crown win- information down, not in chronological order, but in tant had 30 minutes to write six headlines. I have not student placed first, named as fi- March 20-22 ner will put reporting from most important to least important. seen a problem with students completing all six head- second, third and so nalists: those publi- A key in news writing is the necessity of using direct lines since the contest has expanded to 45 minutes. on. Hillcrest Hurricane, cations in the top five per- quotes and attributing them properly. Here’s where the If a headline is a feature story, write a feature head- We certainly empathize Hillcrest High School, cent of publications na- use of the AP stylebook comes into play. A student line. If it is a news story, write a news headline. with the situation, and Dallas; Panther Prints, tionwide. should already know how to attribute properly so there You will normally have three headlines with one, two we have gone to great Duncanville High School, “These books have fol- should be no problem. or three line headlines and three headlines with a main lengths to assist Duncanville; Westlake lowed journalistic stan- In the body of the story, the contestants should follow and secondary head. Use your main head to grab the students with various Featherduster, Westlake dards as well as present a the QTQ approach — that is, quote, transition, quote reader’s attention and the secondary head to summarize special needs situa- High School, Austin. fun publication to their approach. Finally, when a reporter is through reporting, the story. Remember to spell words correctly, don’t split tions. But additional In yearbook competi- schools,” said Randy Von- stop writing. You don’t need conclusions in news stories. phrases and to use present or future tense. time has yet to be tion, finalists include: Od- derheid, UIL journalism FEATURE WRITING (60 MINUTES) After you’ve done all this and are feeling confident granted, and we do not yssey, Christa McAuliffe director. “With this nomi- This should be the most fun contest because students you’re going to bring home the first place medal at the anticipate a situation in Junior High School, San nation, they have been rec- get to be creative and paint pictures with words. Some district meet, go back to your journalism teacher and which it would be. Antonio; Catamount, ognized as some of the top do, some don’t. Use a good feature lead that will literally help him or her complete the yearbook. They’ll be in a Crosby High School, publications in the coun- drag the reader into the story. It can be short or long, but better mood if you do! Crosby; El Paisano, try.” don’t get too long. UIL Leaguer 6 • Drama February 2002 Proper behavior begins with director

didn’t get any takers from Directors, administrators, and community members theatre doors. If theatre is the most objective of the arts, my October call for column who allow, defend and condone disruptive behavior are objectivity is even more essential in theatre competi- Isuggestions or receive guest more responsible ethically than the students. One great tion. columnist volunteers. In the ab- tragedy I have seen in my UIL tenure is that the OAP I say this every year but I hope this time it is early sence of a more capable minister, Ethics Code became necessary. enough for directors to correct before the contest day. you are stuck with another ser- I do not believe it is tilting at windmills to teach Gender changes are a red flag. It is legal for a female to mon from me on “what I really ethical behavior. It is not impossible to seek educational play a male role as a male and vice versa. Gender changes think.” competition which strives for excellence rather than in any approved play require copyright (first) and then My mother always wanted me destruction. We must focus on the process and the League approval. I strongly recommend that directors to be a preacher, but she didn’t journey, not the gold. A society that finds acceptable casting students in opposite gender roles use initials for live long enough to see me go Lynn Murray abuse of officials/judges, disruptive audience behavior program copy rather than a given name. The result will public. You can find some com- Drama Director and disrespect for properly applied authority does not more likely be judgment on the basis of performance. fort in the fact that there are only deserve to be rewarded. I would hope that all of us Do you remember panic about the set rule in Septem- two more columns to go. Perhaps this text was prompted believe that effective education would make the OAP ber 1997 or the set and strike change in 2000? The set by an ego boost from the October column. There are Ethics Code obsolete. rule has made life easier for most, and there were fewer three panel locations to date and they are the traditional You can trace the comments back to the early days of overtimes in set/strike/start than previous years. Deal Dallas/El Paso groups. OAP Ethics Code consideration. I’m positive the group with the sound/music/script integrity rules in the same If you have (and I hope you have) read the efforts of that served to develop the rule can remember eight years fashion and there will be few problems. most Leaguer contributors, you have been exposed to a ago. My most recent attack was 1999. There is more to Do you have the new Addendum? Does your contest constant stream of sports- theatre and learning than OAP. We become too focused manager have a copy? Get one and read it carefully. manship, ethics, student on instant gratification and the rewards of winning. The Problems will be minimized. Special approval scripts Directors, administrators, behavior, fan/coach abuse impact of competition is immediate, but it should not be may, “without fear,” be further cut for time. “…the of officials and parental/ a vehicle of destruction. director is more than a mediator. It is his responsibility and community members sponsor failure articles. The difference, I believe, in educational competition to design, edit, and coordinate stage action with the who allow, defend and con- Most are assumed to be and destructive competition is the education part. The visual background, costumes, lights, music and dance.” about athletics. We are all heavy burden of the education part relies on the teacher/ — Oscar Brockett. done disruptive behavior are responsible. Teaching director. The OAP Handbook is loaded with director Internet publishers are not approved. Plays on the sportsmanship/behavior/ details concerning function, policies, procedures, pro- approved lists that are out-of-print may be used if you more responsible ethically ethics, etc. cannot be left cess, ethics, definitions and rules. The basic rules are have a copy and publisher/playwright/approval. If you than the students. to the football coach, the shockingly similar to those developed between 1927 and did not send a first class #10 envelope with your title local minister, or some- 1939. The remainder of the “stuff” was developed card, you may not receive your official Eligibility Notice body else. We are all re- though years of meetings, questionnaires, phone calls, on time. Make sure you meet the 10-day deadline. Spring sponsible as teachers and letters and experiences of all involved. All the “stuff” Break is no excuse. We are still in need of judges’ administrators and must accept that responsibility as a from the Definition of Educational Theatre to the Index contracts! Help! daily task. is intended to maintain balance, focus, and equity in The acute trained theatre teacher shortage may be I believe that directors, administrators, students, or educational theatre competition. These thoughts are the result of our own “mouthing” about long hours, low other judges “bad-mouthing” a critic judge in public for merely amplifications of the OAP Handbook — perhaps stipends and lack of appreciation. Why would any of our any reason is a violation of the OAP Ethics Code, OAP more bluntly stated. students want to teach if they listen to the way we talk Code and Spring Meet Code. Giving a company or Approach the OAP experience with humility and an about our own profession? The power of positive public- partisan patrons instructions not to laugh or applaud and open mind. There is more than one way to do everything ity will render greater gain than all the sad stories we tell. verbally/orally/physically trying to disrupt performances from the first rehearsal through contest and a final or preparations of other companies is unconscionable performance. Prepare your students to deal with cri- and the lowest form of behavior. tiques including the final directorial critique as though OAP judging list Most of us are appalled at the thought of such behav- there is always another performance. Make your script ior and have difficulty believing it happens. It does. available to the critic as early as possible. This should be When it happens, the reflection on the company, direc- a part of the contractual agreement. You must be in gets update tor, school and community is not easily forgotten nor compliance with Section 1033 (c)(1)(G)&(I). Train Changes, Additions, Confirmations and Dele- forgiven. None of us are required to agree with any point students to focus on improvement rather than “why we tions as of January, 2002, of the 2001-2002 UIL of view, but we are all required to behave in a fashion didn’t advance.” Critics are not responsible for answer- approved Texas Educational Theatre Association that will reflect well on our teachers, schools and com- ing “why?” The question is redundant. Rankings provide Adjudicator Organization’s OAP Critic Judges pub- munities. The first obligation of any teacher is to act and a clear answer. In contests, deal with the moment rather lished in October and November in the Leaguer. instruct in an ethical fashion. than yesterday or tomorrow. See the performance that * = TETAAO recommended Area/Region Judge In the traditional sense, good theatre etiquette is is there and urge your cast to follow suit. Comparisons (1) = Independent expected at all times. It is especially important during seldom work. (2) = College/University Employee competition. Make sure your company understands the position of (3) = Public School Employee Play directors must start the competitive experience, the OAP critic. The extension teacher is not an adver- (4) = Private School Employee including auditions, with the essential concept of “win- sary. Judges do not enforce rules. Deal with the contest ( ) = Institution affiliation ning with grace and losing with style.” The learning manager if you think there has been a clerical error. Available to judge: M-F = Monday to Friday only, process must be the focus. The desire to win motivates Such mistakes should be corrected immediately. Wait- F/S = weekends only, Any = all participation, but a “win-at-all-cost” attitude creates an ing will make things worse. I, II, III, IV = Approximate Region of Residence emotional rather than educational foundation. The con- Ask critics questions of understanding in positive [ ] = Year R-certification Required test experience becomes clouded in the emotions of the dialogue and make sure your company follows. Always ADD (certified): moment and control may be lost. evaluate praise in the same light as criticism. What your (2) Aaron Adair (Paris Jr College) I realize there are those who will pass off rude and family, friends or administrators think of your play or 2400 Clarksville St., Paris, TX 75460 disrespectful behavior as “just behavior of kids.” Such an performance may be appreciated but must be viewed as 903/782-0242 wk attitude reflects a lack of maturity and lack of training. support, not objective evaluation. [email protected], - III [07] Asking questions of a contest manager or critic judge Rationalization or justification is a waste of time. (2) Scott Crew (Texas Tech Univ.) is certainly acceptable, but questioning their integrity by Spend your time teaching in relationship to the play 5614 Amherst, Lubbock TX 79416 either student or director is inappropriate public behav- rehearsed or performed as you teach students that educa- 806/785-8149 hm ior. It is especially alarming when students think such tional competition starts and ends with education, not [email protected] – I [07] behavior exemplified by their adult leaders is appropri- winning. ate. Audience members, parents and other supporters Know the Code, teach the Code, distribute the Code, TETAAO continued on page 7 should not be asking. publicize the Code and, if necessary, post the Code on the UIL Leaguer February 2002 Academics • 7 Sponsor Excellence recipients prove to be top teachers continued from page 1 teaching and learning process at the heart of all true group-wise or school-wide,” she said. “[It] drives us to educational experiences,” she said. “Teaching and learn- maximize our abilities. With my students, I teach them ing are intimately connected in my mind and represent to say this, ‘I worked and did my very best in the situation the core of my belief in the ideal and vital role of public I was in. I was geared and ready. If I don’t win, my education in America.” competitor must have really been great. Congratulations Not only is Dr. Dwyer a good teacher, but she is a to them. I truly did not lose. I gained so much in the motivator. process’.” “Carlota has earned a reputation as a truly effective she emphasizes hard work is another key. educator who challenges her students to learn more than “Motivating one’s self is the key, she said. “We must they think the can, to become more than they thought have a strong desire for each child to maximize his or her they would become,” her principal Don Schmidt said. abilities.” “Her sacrificial service to the UIL program has resulted Her principal recognizes the gifts she has. in unprecedented student achievement.” “Judy Childress’s musical gifts could have taken her to a personal lifelong career in the entertainment field,” Vickie Griffin principal Charles Marshall said. “Our school, our district L. D. Bell High School, Hurst and our community are all richer because Judy Childress, After coaching volleyball at Bell High School the years ago, made the decision to teach.” past 25 years and serving as athletic coordinator the past th photo by Carrie McKinney, L. D. Bell High School four, Griffin earned her 500 career win as a volleyball Game Strategy Carlota Dwyer coach this September. She is a nine-time District Coach In an early season volleyball tournament in Arlington Aug. 31, Coach Vickie Griffin explains Clark High School, San Antonio of the Year and was selected to coach the 2000 THSGCA strategy to her players. In her 25 years of coaching, her teams have won 13 district Dwyer has been in charge of Literary Criticism for 13 West All Star team. In her 25 years of coaching, her championships, one area championship, as well as her coaching two regional semi- years and assumed to role of campus coordinator four teams have won 13 district championships, one area finalists and a regional finalist. years ago. Many of Dwyer’s students begin their UIL championship, and she has coached two regional semi- activities by attending the Student Activities Confer- finalists and a regional finalist. One of the greatest thrills in my life is working with ences in the fall and continue by participating in several With all this coaching, Griffin is not teaching just young people, watching them improve and knowing I invitational meets. For the past three years, the Clark athletic skills. make a difference in their life.” High School team has won the district academic cham- “My philosophy is to teach athletes not only about Her principal sees her as the ultimate professional. pionship and three years ago the team won the regional volleyball, but also life skills,” she said. “I enjoy integrat- “Vickie Griffin sets a standard for excellence through championship. ing life skills such as discipline, decision-making, leader- “I view UIL contests as an enhanced extension of the ship skills, setting and achieving goals into volleyball. continued on page 9 TETAAO judges’ list gets additions, deletion continued from page 6 (2) Lisa Devine (Lubbock Christian) (1) Elizabeth Lea, (2) Ricky Ramon (Texas Tech Univ.) 4644 Fordham, Lubbock TX 79416 2050 N. 30th Street, Orange TX 77630 Dept. of Theatre & Dance 806/736-3281 hm 409/886-4910 hm PO Box 42061, Lubbock TX 79410 [email protected] – I [07] IV [07] 806/765-7211 wk (2) Kate Ellis (UT-Pan American) (2) Richard Leslie, (McLennan Comm. College) [email protected] – I [07] 1101 Dove Ave. #72, McAllen TX 78504 2217 N. 51st Street, Waco TX 76710 (1) Franklin Speed 956/683-9555 hm 254/776-3624 hm PO Box 1297, Tatum TX 75691 [email protected] – I [07] [email protected] - II [07] 903/947-6306 hm (02) Lorenzo Garcia (Univ. of North Texas) (2) James Lile (Texas A & M –Commerce) III [07] Dept. of Dance & Theatre Arts, Denton TX 76203 Performing Arts Center, Commerce TX 75429 (2) Todd Swink (Lee College) 940/565-2446-wk, 903/468-3141 wk PO Box 818, Baytown TX 77522 [email protected] – II [07] [email protected] – III [07] 281/425-6486 wk (2) Chad Greenough (Texas Tech Univ.) (2) J. Don Luna (Texas A & M – Corpus) [email protected] – IV [07] 4410 17th Street #505, Lubbock TX 79416 6300 Ocean Dr., Corpus Christi TX 78411 (2) Thomas J. Walsh (Texas Christian Univ) 806/780-2891 hm 361/825-5988 wk 321 Oakcrest Dr., Richardson TX 75080 [email protected] – I [07] [email protected] – IV [07] 972/479-1030 hm (2) Jim Hackett (San Jacinto College-South) (1) B.J. Machalicek (Retired) [email protected] II [07] 13735 Beamer Rd., Houston TX 77089 703 Golden Oaks Rd., Georgetown TX (2) Randal Wheatley (Lamar Univ.) 281/484-1900 x 3335 wk 78628 512/930-5084 hm 3895 Holland Dr., Beaumont TX 77707 IV [07] [email protected] – IV [07] 409/835-8816 hm (1) Cleo House, Jr. (2) Maureen McIntyre (Sam Houston Univ.) [email protected] – IV [07] 805 Justice Ave., Lubbock TX 79416 PO Box 2297, Huntsville, TX 77341 (3) Dale Whitsel (Weslaco ISD) 806/792-7819 hm 936/294-1337 wk 11406 Fifth Street, La Feria TX 78559 [email protected] – I [07] [email protected] – III [07] 956/797-4213 hm (2) Ina Wilder Jensen (Texas A & M – Corpus) (1) Kerry Moore (Retired) [email protected] – IV [07] 622 Grant, Corpus Christi TX 78411 811 W. 3rd Street, Muleshoe TX 79347 CONFIRM (Re-Certified): 361/825-2362 wk 806/272-3297 hm Kathleen Cochran, Kay Coleman, Jerry Cotton, Stan [email protected] – IV [07] I [07] Denman, Tom Dickson, Lucien Douglas, Michael Endy, (1) Jan Jones (Retired) (1) Rebecca Phillips Clay Grizzle, Maria Saenz Hascall, James Hatfield, Rob- 3716 Driftwood Ln., Tyler TX 75701 1026 N. San Marcos, Seguin TX 78155 ert Hodde, Nancy Jo Humfeld, James Kemmerling, Lou- 903/561-3736 hm 830/379-5521 hm Ida Marsh, Connie McMillan, Krin Brooks Perry, An- [email protected] – I [07] [email protected] IV [07] gela Porter, Robin Robinson, Keith West, John Presley (2) Christopher Land (Lee College) (3) Ronny Powell (Merkel Middle School) Wright, Mary Ellen Wright. 182 Claiborne, Vidor TX 77662 PO BOX 430, Merkel, TX 79536 REMOVE (Failed to Re-Certify): 409/783-2631 hm 915/928-1591-hm Ron Fischli [email protected] – IV [07] [email protected] – I [07] UIL Leaguer 8 • Academics February 2002 Participation soars, but can still go up

ncreasing participation keeps a tight rein on my schedule, thank goodness! McMurtry isn’t exactly fourth-grade material. in the elementary and The grant benefits children, and that really is what If you are interested in serving as a presenter at a Ijunior high academic the League is all about. Research reveals that students workshop, let me know. Texas is a big state, and I can program has been a goal for who participate in extracurricular activities are more certainly use the help. We’ll feed you and may be able to me since I began working likely to graduate from high school than are those pay your way. I know it probably isn’t what you are for UIL in July 1999, and students who do not participate. As teachers, I don’t worth, but it isn’t part of your contract, either. the number of campuses re- need to tell you that all the events are appropriate for Switching gears…Nystrom has a new Atlas of United turning participation cards classroom activities with all students. It shouldn’t only States History for the 2002-2003 school year. They also has increased by 28 percent. be about medals and district championships: creative offer a CD-ROM Outline Map Library and other materi- The number of district meets writing is something most second- and third-graders als to aid the classroom teacher. Check out their web site has increased significantly enjoy. While the abilities of children (and adults) vary at www.nystromnet.com. this year, also. All that is Rhonda Alves widely if only something small is achieved, it is still a step For those of you frantically trying to determine if a really good news, but there Assistant Academic Director forward. piece of literature is actually prose or poetry, look up the are still a lot of campuses Storytelling comes naturally to most children (In my title in the Library of Congress Online Catalog at not involved in UIL. family, the term is a euphemism for lying). I know my son www.catalog.loc.gov/. It is the final word on catalogued The Texas Legislature is also concerned about the can tell a whopper or two. And my brother, odd child material in the United States and an amazing resource. lack of participation in academic-related activities in that he was, was forever burying imaginary friends in the The first elementary and junior high academic advi- various parts of the state. To that end, it appropriated sandbox (he has not exhibited this proclivity as an sory committee meets in Austin Feb. 13. The agenda money to be disseminated through the Texas Education adult). Just think…a positive medium for all those includes the development of specific criteria for the Agency to foster participation at campuses which do not “windies” (more jargon). science contests, consideration of a multi-year music currently participate in academic activities and which We want students to write and write and write. So we memory list and the possible addition of a social studies have high rates of disadvantaged students. Some of that use ready writing in the classroom. Does it really matter contest. If you have suggestions on these or any other money has come to UIL. if all the essays aren’t first place material? Extend the aspects of the program, e-mail me at State Representative Scott Hochberg, a member of time for number sense and use it in math class. Improv- [email protected]. the House Committee on Public Education, was the key ing communication skills is a focus for the education and Thanks to all of you who spend your days encouraging legislator behind the allocation. business communities so model oral reading and let kids to stretch themselves. What you do is invaluable, “With all the emphasis on TAAS, schools sometimes them have at it. You may swear off Dr. Seuss for the rest and I respect you so much. neglect students who want to go beyond the basic cur- of your life, but it is a small price to pay. After all, Larry riculum,” he said. “Academic competitions can fill that gap by inspiring students to stretch their minds and giving teachers a welcome break from teaching to the test. I hope this funding will allow UIL to bring academic Elementary/junior high Academic Participation Card competition to schools that otherwise wouldn’t provide (Type or print clearly) 2002-2003 that opportunity to their students.” To simplify all this description — we have received ______some extra money to help encourage elementary and Campus coordinator Campus coordinator’s e-mail address junior highs to participate. It has also added to my job. I cannot begin to express how excited I am about this ______project. The League was not awarded the grant until this School name School district name January, and all work on the grant must be completed ______(the money must be spent) by Aug. 31. Umhum…you School mailing address School district UIL coordinator (if applicable) guessed it. I am taking the show on the road! UIL will conduct a series of workshops for teachers ______and administrators from 14 school districts in this phase City, ZIP Principal’s name of the project. All campuses represented at the training ______must participate in a district meet in the 2002-2003 Phone number (with area code) Approximate campus enrollment school year. If the results are positive, the grant has a chance of being renewed for the 2003-2004 school year, ______1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 and we can assist more school districts. Let me know if Fax number Grade levels included on the campus your school district meets the criteria and is interested. ______It will be “Amarillo by Morning” and “El Paso City” PLEASE RETURN BY OCTOBER 1. Principal’s signature along with other tuneful trips for the next few months. ‘My bags are packed and I’m ready to go’ and I sleep with my calendar so that I won’t forget anything. My assistant for more information contact Rhonda Alves at [email protected] Success is not always measured in winning To The Editor: two years off from UIL competition and during that time, her and instead of keeping this kid from competing in My name is Anne Payne and I coach speech and she was asked to do the high school One-Act play. At something he had worked for all year, she was willing debate at Royse City High School. I understand the 64, she had never done this but they advanced past to let the entire team take the test and forfeit their huge task of keeping a successful team year after year district. When the middle school returned to UIL, she scores. They let him compete but told her that the so I feel it is important that I share with you a story continued her winning streak. What is even more team score would have to be divided by four. All four about my mom and her 5th and 6th grade music remarkable is that 99 percent of the time; the kids have kids made 100 percent and were named district win- memory team. scored 100 percent on their tests. ners yet again. These are 5th and 6th grade kids, and My mom, Carolyn Blackmon, has been the My mom is 66 years old, a breast cancer survivor, consistency is generally not a strong point at my high music memory coach at DeKalb Middle School and a true inspiration to me. She is more concerned with school level so to me this is amazing. 15 years. During this time, DeKalb has been in the kids learning and enjoying the classics and music To understand her success, you must understand the 3A and 2A classifications. Her 5th and 6th than the winning itself. On Monday, at their district her background in the music field. My mom decided grade teams have won this contest for 13 years. competition, she was told that her fourth kid could not to teach because she wanted to share her undying love After her 11th year of competition, DeKalb took compete as they had done in the past. This was new to continued on page 13 UIL Leaguer February 2002 Academics • 9 Bell honorees say students are key to success continued from page 7 “Competitive events, when approached in the proper for the group to be successful, all the while maintaining her high expectations and the example she sets for her manner, are excellent teaching tools,” she said. “Com- the integrity of the group’s rules can be a very difficult student athletes and her colleagues,” principal Jim Short petition can provide students with opportunities to task. Using the attitude that ‘kids come first,’ we almost said. “No one has a more positive influence on our school develop discipline and responsibility, learn poise, self- always find a solution that is agreeable to the student, the climate than Vickie. She has earned the respect of our control and confidence and learn the importance of parent and the band.” Do We Know entire school family, including students, parents and the preparation, the need for fair play and ethics and the His principal notices this leadership. community at large.” importance of coping with setbacks.” “J. D. Janda sets an excellent example for his stu- Who You Are? Martin sees Hodgkiss as a natural leader. dents,” principal James McDonald said. “He lives his Kristi Hodgkiss “Not only is Ms. Hodgkiss a great teacher and spon- school and out-of-school life as he expects his students The state academ- North Lamar High School, Paris sor,” he said, “she is an excellent role model. Students to live theirs. Students graduating from the Taylor Band ics office has com- Volunteer can be used to describe Hodgkiss. After a respect and admire her for her kindness and dedication.” have learned hard work, respect for themselves, respect piled an up-to-date successful career as a high school UIL spelling competi- for their peers and ethical conduct. He inspires greatness listing of UIL aca- tor, Hodgkiss knew the opportunities academic compe- J. D. Janda in all his students.” titions offered, so when she first came to North Lamar Taylor High School, Katy demic coordinators High School she saw the need for a current events coach Janda has made music the key to success at Katy High Ken Jernigan for 50 percent of and volunteered for that position. After she had almost School. His students have participated in the Area, Miles High School, Miles Texas high schools. immediate success, she saw another position open, the Region and State Marching band contest as well as For 25 years, Jernigan has been known as coach. He’s If you are your extemporaneous coaching position and volunteered for Region and State Solo/Ensemble competition. In fact, coached football, basketball and track and field, also school’s UIL aca- that, and again saw immediate success. This year, she one year Janda’s students brought home over 150 medals filling in 18 years as cross-country coach and even served demic coordinator assumed the role of debate coach, both for CX and LD. and in 2000, Taylor High School music department a four-year stint as one-act play director. “She unselfishly gives of herself for the betterment of received the TSSEC 5A Sweepstakes award, given to His players have brought home 109 state medals and and have received e- others,” principal Glen Martin said. the school with the greatest number of successful music over 40 have been named to various publications’ All- mail from UIL Aca- In the eight years she has served as extemp coach, she students among all participants in 5A schools. Star teams. One cross country runner from his 1A school demics, then you are has had 10 state competitors, two state champions, one “I have always believed that the individual needs of was named TGCA Cross Country Athlete of the Year for on our list. second place and four others that placed in the top six. each of my students are vastly more important than the all classifications. Another was chosen to participate in Our goal is to In fact, one year she brought her kids to state two weeks overall success of the total band program,” Janda said. obtain current after her baby was born. “Balancing the needs of each student against the need continued on page 12 contact information for at least one UIL coordinator for each Academic Invitational Meets Texas high school. If you are not Feb. 8-9, 2002 Feb. 9, 2002 Feb. 9, 2002 Feb. 22-23, 2002 Feb. 23, 2002 March 2, 2002 positive UIL Academ- Ryan High School, Denton Livingston High School Kennedy HS, San Antonio Diboll High School Memorial High School, La Joya High School ics knows how to Contests: all except CX Contests: All Events Except Contests: all UIL contests (Set Contests: all UIL speech Victoria Contests: All UIL events Debate C-X B/spelling ASW) except CX events, CX and LD debate Contests: All academic events Contact: Mrs. E. Nena Garza contact your school’s Contact: Karen Guenther Contact: Luanna Price Debate and all other academic except speaking events phone: (956) 580-5185 phone: (940) 369-3000 phone: (936) 328-2278 Contact: Abel Martinez contests Contact: Rhonda Wilson fax: (956) 580-5185 academic coordina- fax: (940) 369-4960 fax: (936) 328-2278 phone: (210) 444-8040 x3205 Contact: Gerry Wilbanks phone: 361-575-7451 e-mail: tor, please submit e-mail: e-mail: [email protected] fax: (210) 444-8020 phone: (93) 829-5626 fax: 361-788-9701 [email protected] [email protected] fax: (936) 826-5708 e-mail: that contact informa- Feb. 9, 2002 Feb. 9, 2002 e-mail: [email protected] March 2, 2002 tion online at: Feb. 8-9, 2002 Monterrey High School, Falls City High School [email protected] City View High School - Robert E. Lee High School, Lubbock Contest: All academic events Feb. 23, 2002 Wichita Falls www.uil.utexas.edu/ Contests: all except speech Tyler except CX debate, journalism Feb. 22-23, 2002 Ana Richards Middle School- Contests: combination events La Joya forms/acacoor.html Contests: all academic and ready writing Sulphur Springs High School TMSCA Junior High events Contact: Matthew C. Hill Contact: Debbie Wiatrek Contests: all academic except Middle School UIL Meet Individual Qualifier/High Or fax the informa- Contact: Lisa C. Ryan phone: (806)766-0700 phone: (830) 254-3551 CX debate Contests: Middle School UIL phone: (903) 531-3955 fax: fax: (830) 254-3354 Contact: LeAnne Verner Meet School UIL Invitational - tion. fax: (903) 533-5112 e-mail: e-mail: [email protected] phone: (903) 885-2158 Contact: Mrs. E. Nena Garza NS, Calc., Math, SC only Name/School/ e-mail: [email protected] fax: (903) 439-6116 phone: (956) 580-5185 Contact: Chuck Thompson [email protected] Feb. 15-16, 2002 fax: (956) 580-5185 phone: (940) 855-7511, Address/City/Phone/ Feb. 9, 2002 Tuloso-Midway High School Feb. 23, 2002 e-mail: [email protected] ext. 346 Fax/Email (if avail- Feb. 9, 2002 Yoakum High School Contests: all academic and Cooper High School, Abilene fax: (940) 851-5027 Wylie High School, Contests: All events except speaking events (+ the social Contests: All academic events Feb. 23, 2002 e-mail: thompsonc@city- able). Abilene ready writing, informative, studies pilot test) except speech/debate McCollum High School, San view.k12.tx.us Contests: All UIL academic persuasive, and debate Contact: Linda Utter Contact: Sharron McClellan Antonio Questions? Con- and speech events including Contact: John Chandler phone: (361) 241-4253 phone: (915) 690-3430 Contests: all academic events March 9, 2002 tact UIL Academics: L/D and C/X Debate phone: (361) 293-3442 fax: (361) 241-4258 fax: (915) 690-3402 except C-X Memorial Middle School-La Contact: Amy White fax: (361) 293-2145 e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] Contact: Gilbert Casas Joya 512-471-5883 / fax phone: 915-690-1181 e-mail: phone: (210) 977-1659 Contests: Middle School 512-232-4711 / fax: 915-690-0320 [email protected] Feb. 16, 2002 Feb. 23, 2002 fax: (210) 921-9673 UIL Meet e-mail: Tarkington High School Westwood High School, Contact: Mrs. E. Nena Garza uilacad@ [email protected] Feb. 9, 2002 Contests: all academic events Austin Feb. 23, 2002 phone: (956) 580-5185 uts.cc.utexas.edu Lufkin High School and except debate (all materials Contests: All academic, Fabens High School fax: (956) 580-5185 Feb. 9, 2002 Middle School combined from outside sources) speaking, and debate events Contests: all contests except e-mail: [email protected] Grandview High School meet Contact: Dorothy McCreight will be offered CX Debate Contests: All UIL events Contests: all high school phone: 592-7739 Contact: Susan Seale or Mary Contact: Penny Jones March 14, 2002 (1st release date for set B academic events including CX fax: (281) 592-0693 Welch phone: (915) 764-2246 Grand Prairie High School, contests) and LD (4 rounds prelims); e-mail: dmccreight phone: (512) 428-4167 fax: (915) 764-4953 Grand Prairie Contact: Marilyn Rollins MS academic contests on @tarkington.isd.esc4.net fax: (512) 464-4020 e-mail: Contests: Current Issues & phone: (817) 866-3320 same campus with HS (set B e-mail: Susan_Seale@ [email protected] Events only fax: (817) 866-3351 materials) Feb. 22-23, 2002 roundrockisd.org or Contact: Jonathan Head e-mail: [email protected] Contact: Leann Solice A&M Consolidated High Mary_Welch Feb. 23, 2002 phone: (972) 809-5711 phone: (936) 630-4399 School @roundrockisd.org Midlothian High School fax: (972) 809-5775 Feb. 9, 2002 Contests: all academic and Contests: all UIL contests e-mail: Alexander High School - Feb. 9, 2002 speech plus CX, LD, contact: Marilyn Lynch [email protected] Laredo Belton High School Humorous, Dramatic, Duet, Contests: All contests Contests: all UIL events will Impromptu, Group Improv phone: (972) 775-8237 except CX debate be offered and Parliamentary Debate. fax: (972) 775-3321 Contact: Mario Rosales Contact: Alisha Dudley New materials will be used in e-mail: phone: (956) 718-9064 phone: all academic events. marilyn_lynch@midlothian- fax: (956) 718-9064 fax: Contact: Lisa Birth isd.net e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] phone: (979) 764 - 5500 fax: (979) 693-0212 e-mail: [email protected] UIL Leaguer 10 • Academics February 2002 World Wide Web — Literally! Server helps statewide for better access, proves that Texas is leader in the world

by David Trussell One of the most interesting sidenotes to maintaining pages (that’s pages, not people — most visitors to the site Computer Science Director a web server is watching where the visitors are coming view several pages per visit), and a total of more than 61 I was recently reminded in a personal way of the truly from — not only Malaysia, but also Canada, Germany, gigabytes of data. Our single busiest week of web traffic global nature of the Internet when I received an e-mail Japan, and numerous other countries. But of course the so far has been the week of Nov. 5, which was the week from a teacher in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, requesting vast majority of the traffic on the UIL web site originates of state marching band and state cross country, as well as advice on new textbooks for her computer science classes. in Texas, and it’s those more local visitors who our site is volleyball regional playoffs. During that week alone the She had searched the Internet, found the UIL web site, intended to serve. server processed more than 300,000 individual page and discovered that we recommend the same textbooks The UIL web server has now been on-line for more requests. I expect to far surpass that total the week of Feb. for UIL computer science that she currently uses. If than six months without a single significant glitch (knock- 4, which is when reclassification and realignment infor- nothing else, the Internet has certainly proven true the ing fervently on wood as I write this). During this time, mation will be released. I am confident the server will Disney cliché: it is a small world after all. the system has served more than 3 million individual handle the traffic spike without a problem, though visitors to the site during the first couple of hours after the R&R release may have to wait a little longer than Social studies pilot centers normal for pages to load. It’s no accident that our server has recorded better than 99 percent uptime. Careful planning and prepara- around Middle East conflict tion allowed us to have a seamless transition from the central University of Texas web server in July, and laid the foundation for a server system that would equal the By David Rutherford and Paul Nagel Studies contest is a new part of the comprehensive, UT server in reliability and performance. Getting started Gilbert M. Grosvenor Center for Geographic Education, statewide academic competitions conducted by UIL on the right foot was critical, as is diligent monitoring Southwest Texas State University every spring. and maintenance. But we also intend to continue in- The pilot Social Studies test will contain 50 multiple creasing and improving the services we offer on-line, and Editor’s note: The following article originally appeared in choice questions about the geography and government we’ve made some important steps in that regard over the the Social Studies Texan, a publication of the Texas Council of Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, past few months. for the Social Studies. and Uzbekistan. The geography portion of the test cov- Regular visitors to the UIL web site are probably In the early morning hours of Sept. 11, 2001, the ers four broad areas: concepts of physical features; con- already familiar with the built-in search engine, a feature United States was attacked, and soon after the questions cepts of human features; natural resources; and environ- that continues to be accessed more and more. A quality of who and why were being asked. To understand these mental issues. Topics located in these four broad areas internal search function was not available to us through questions, one needs to have a grasp of Geography and include: landforms, weather, absolute location, natural the UT server, but we were able to implement it almost Social Studies. Both subjects have played a central role disasters, major exports, natural resources and economic immediately after moving our site to www.uil.utexas.edu. since that terrible September morning. activities to name just a few. More information about Even more important is the capability to provide on- In the days that followed, it was revealed that the the pilot UIL Social Studies test can be found at http:// line access to databases. In the UIL office we make country of Afghanistan and its government at the time, www.uil.utexas.edu/ under the banner Academics/ extensive use of FileMaker Pro databases, for everything the Taliban, helped in the attack on the United States. Speech/Drama. from accounting records to district alignments to the But where is Afghanistan? Where is Kandahar (the Resources used for the development of the questions catalog for our drama library. Our server allows us to home base of the Taliban), or for that matter, where is included the CIA World Factbook 2001 (www.odci.gov/ begin to serve some of this data on-line directly, as well Kabul, the capital city of Afghanistan? cia/publications/factbook/) National Geographic as to collect data directly in a usable format. Just as Americans were asking over 30 years ago, (www.nationalgeographic.com/) and the high school We’ve launched three on-line database systems so “Where is Da Nang?” (Vietnam), Geography and Social textbook World Geography by Dr. Richard Boehm, far, and all three have been very successful. The first of Studies play an ever-important role in our world and in Glencoe Division, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill School these systems allows coaches in our team sports to submit education — the role of helping to answer these ques- Publishing Company. their team information forms electronically (for those tions. Questions found on the geography part of the test who advance into the regional playoffs and thus have a But there is more to represent the diversity that exists in the six countries of chance to make it to the state tournament). This saves Surprisingly, the extensive geography and social stud- this increasingly important region in respect to human time and paperwork for our coaches, as well as reducing ies than just place names. activity, physical/environmental conditions, and cul- overtime hours for UIL staff who are involved with competitions conducted by the Understanding and criti- tural settings. The questions were written to challenge preparing state tournament programs. The first test of UIL have never had a strong cal thinking come about the high school student to read widely and deeply in the this system came with the state volleyball tournament in by addressing various ad- areas of social studies, and the topic choice is part of the November. Of 20 teams advancing to state, 12 success- social studies component, and ditional issues that play UIL’s strategy to link each year’s questions to relevant fully submitted their forms on-line, a great percentage major roles in Afghanistan contemporary concerns in order to generate enthusiasm for a first effort. Many more coaches also submitted on- the pilot Social Studies contest and the neighboring coun- for the social studies and to reinforce the importance of line forms, but their teams did not advance to state. tries that have emerged as social studies in the everyday lives of students. We’re hoping the numbers will be even higher for our is a step toward filling that part of a critically impor- Surprisingly, the extensive competitions conducted spring sports. Basketball coaches, take note! “hole” in the League’s aca- tant region of the world. by the UIL have never had a strong social studies The second system allows for electronic reporting of How does component, and the pilot Social Studies contest is a step football season records, which is now handled exclu- demic contest program. Afghanistan’s major (and toward filling that “hole” in the League’s academic sively on-line. This affords our football coaches a quick illicit) export crop affect contest program. and easy way to report their records without the hassles the country’s economy and Now is the time for social studies teachers to seize the of typewriters, paper forms or fax machines. Almost 800 global markets? What is opportunity to increase the status of social studies in this coaches have made use of this system so far. one of the environmental hazards left by the former important statewide event. Moreover, it is an opportu- Third, our database of speech and debate judges is Soviet Union in countries such as Uzbekistan and nity to provide students with a chance to not only build now searchable on-line. This provides our speech coaches Tajikistan? Why is the Aral Sea drying up in one of the self-confidence through competitive interaction but also an easy way to find qualified judges for invitational and/ th worst environmental disasters of the 20 century? What to realize the necessity and importance of a life-long or district meets, as well as possible contacts to fulfill highly desired natural resource provides increasingly commitment to the social studies. state meet judging obligations. The database can be lucrative export income for the little-known country of For more information about UIL competitions or the searched by event and geographic area; we may add other Turkmenistan? UIL pilot Social Studies test contact Mr. Bobby Haw- search criteria as well. These are a few examples of the types of questions thorne ([email protected]) or check out the These three systems represent the first steps toward a developed for the new University Interscholastic League UIL website. more interactive web site. Watch for more develop- (UIL) pilot Social Studies Contest. The pilot Social ments in the months ahead. UIL Leaguer February 2002 Music • 11 Select music with students in mind

he task of revising the place a higher priority on the kinds of music we place in our students? UIL Prescribed Mu- our libraries and program on our concerts. We often What to do? Remember that no one can make the T sic List is under way. times tire of folk music, but isn’t it better to use the judgment but you, and no one can be held accountable The band, choir and orches- melodic material that has endured the test of history and but you. Accept the fact that no selection is perfect or tra committees met for the represents the musical heritage of mankind rather than all-serving. Know that a steady diet of just pieces on a first time on Jan. 21 in Austin. a catchy tune supported by an endless ostinato? Are not prescribed music list will not assure musical develop- The day was productive, and I compositions that take a little study and reflection on ment. Resist the temptation of playing the latest clone of am excited about the enthusi- the part of both the director and the students more last year’s most popular selection. Avoid the pitfall of asm and vision that each mu- meaningful than the easily forgotten melody accompa- confusing technical achievement (“this is the hardest sic educator in attendance dis- nied by a trendy redundant chord progression? Will not piece the Marina Junior High Orchestra has ever played”) played. Richard Floyd music of substance be more likely to bond our students with comprehensive musical experiences. Select com- During the early stages of Music Director to a lifetime pursuit of musical appreciation? positions, be they folk song collections, transcriptions, TSSEC the meeting time was devoted Looking at cartoons does not create an awareness of arrangements or original works, that offer you the oppor- on-line entries to the discussion of the philosophical issues that will the beauty in great paintings. The spiritual fulfillment tunity to explore worthy musical objectives with your begin March 1 drive the revision process. One of the items shared with that exists in appreciating the sculpture of Michaelangelo students. go to: the committee was the following article that I wrote cannot be gained via exposure to plaster-of-paris trin- Above all, remember that the music education of www.uil.utexas.edu several years ago for publication in a national journal. It kets. Likewise we do not build appreciation for great your students and the real success of your ensembles is has been modified to be more “Texas specific.” It speaks music and instill the joy of performing significant music dependent upon how well you meet the challenge of Questions? to the importance of exposing students to exemplary with a product of lesser quality. providing appropriate repertoire. Furthermore, the mu- (512) 471-5883 repertoire as a part of the educational process in our The challenge is simple but an overwhelming task. sic you choose to bring into the classroom or rehearsal bands, choirs and orchestras. It is my hope you will read We must utilize the best music possible, not yield to the hall will clearly reflect the depth, quality and integrity of uilmusic it thoughtfully. temptation of always programming what will win, enter- your music program and your priorities as a music educa- @uts.cc.utexas.edu There is a quote by Zoltan Kodaly that has had a tain or be popular. At the same time, if we select worthy tor. lasting impression on me. It goes something like this: works we must budget the time to make sure students are This is the kind of thought that must drive this “Children should be taught with only the most musically aware of the importance of the compositions being process. It is imperative that our Prescribed Music List valuable material. For the young, only the best is good prepared and not be concerned only with the notes in contain only the finest music available. Yes, we want the enough. They should be led to masterpieces by means of their parts. list to be extensive but quantity must not be achieved at masterpieces.” There is no argument that this is a lofty If the student goes to contest and only remembers the the expense of quality. The integrity of our UIL music statement, and I am quite certain that Kodaly did not hours it took in practice, how many times his director programs depends on it. have the school band, choirs and orchestras of Texas in lost his temper or the number of groups that his group The names of our committee members appear on the mind when he made it. Yet the message is clear and offers “beat” by preparing that particular work, then we must UIL web-site. During the coming weeks and months you a challenge for each one of us charged with the respon- accept the fact that it is very likely little musical growth are welcome to contact them with your comments and sibility of making decisions about programming for per- or learning took place. In our current academic climate, suggestions. The Prescribed Music List belongs to all of formance organizations in our school music programs. how can we run the risk of not providing real learning for us. Thus we all should feel a sense of responsibility for As you read on please don’t accuse me of being in an the ultimate success of this project. ivory tower and insensitive to the day-to-day problems that impact the music selection process. Yes, I do know Adjudicators Promote Musical Excellence the many external forces that affect our choice of music. Remember that my wife Cheryl is a middle school band by Gloria J. Stephens contest or delay the contest schedule in any way. director. We have middle school band for dinner every TMAA Vocal vice-president It is important that a word of caution be given to night! I realize that by the time one pauses to ponder the those who observe or suspect irregularities. The manner possible selections that might be appropriate for a par- he beginning of the spring semester signals finality in which suspected infractions are reported to the con- ticular group and the specific performance situation at T to marching band contests, the end of holiday test officials is paramount. Irregularities should be re- hand much energy has been drained by fund raising, concerts, and closure-in-sight to the All-State process. ported both discreetly and professionally. They need not parent conferences, auditions, the documentation of This same signal, however, initiates the UIL contest be discussed openly in front of the students or during the lesson plans and an endless string of busy Saturdays season. Directors structure their schedules around extra time the organization is in the sight-reading room. devoted to our students. rehearsals, contests, festivals, and adjudicating other It is noteworthy that more procedural concerns arise Yet each band, orchestra and choir director must groups. During this busy time, it is important we retain in the choral sight-reading room than on the concert recognize the fact that music selection has to be one of our perspective as educators in our interactions with our stage in the majority of contests. Yet there should be no the most important decisions made throughout the year. students as well as with the members of groups we judge. mystery surrounding the sight-reading process. Proce- For the English or math teacher, the choice is made for After accepting an invitation to judge, adjudicators dures are clearly outlined in the Constitution and Contest ADDRESS TMAA them. There is a text that must be used. In music one must remember they have become invited guests of a Rules, published by the UIL. Sight-reading contest judges CORRESPONDENCE enjoys the luxury and challenge of selecting the “subject region. The role of the adjudicator is that of promoting are encouraged to review these guidelines often. Noth- TO: Dr. Jay Dunnahoo matter” for each performance class. This choice offers musical excellence, while providing a student-centered, ing threatens the integrity of this educationally focused Executive Secretary great options and even greater responsibilities since the interactive learning assessment. event more than the incorrect application of rules or Texas Music musical growth of the students is dependent upon the When students and directors leave a contest, they procedures by the contest judges or officials. Adjudicators decisions made by their director. Directors who truly prepare their students for con- should feel affirmed, inspired, motivated and challenged. Association In every case, the important issue is the quality of the Consequently, the duties of those associated with run- tests will practice the sight-reading procedures many 410 Coronado Dr. music and the experience it provides for the students. I ning a successful contest are clearly stated in the Consti- times before the day of the contest arrives so their Kerrville, TX 78028 will always remember a conversation I had with a former tution and Contest Rules. As you review these duties, note students are thoroughly familiar with the routine. How- 830/792-5224 student who was in the midst of his year of student the responsibility of maintaining both the “spirit and the ever it is the responsibility of the judges to offer guidance Fax: 830/792-5917 teaching. During our visit I asked him how his experi- intent of the rules and regulations for music competi- when required and to see that all procedures are consis- ence was going and what repertoire the groups he ob- tion” rests on the shoulders of the contest chairman, not tently and properly applied. served and worked with were performing. His answer the judges. In some instances, the Executive Secretary With that said one must remember the judge’s role is was, “Oh, everything is okay, but we are just working on might also serve as the Contest Chairman. Other times not simply to make sure everyone “follows the rules”. a bunch of ‘band fodder’.” For those of you who have it is a designated contest chair. In either case, if irregu- Placed in the proper perspective, this contest should be spent little time on the farm, the dictionary defines larities of performance or procedure are noted, the judge a tool to help directors become better educators and help fodder as “coarse, dry food for livestock.” shall call them to the attention of this individual. our students become better musicians. The purpose of To me his message was loud and clear, an indictment The contest chairman determines the merit of the music adjudication is to offer high standards of ethics of the many works we deal with in all areas of educational violation and the action to be taken. In any case do and to encourage the development of music in our music be it band, choir or orchestra. The selections often remember that if a judge notes procedural discrepancies, schools. As judges, we accept invitations to evaluate lack substance, depth, historical value or aesthetic worth. the contest proceeds, comments are written and ratings Somehow, and this is where you come in, we must are assigned. There is never a need to suspend the continued on page 15 UIL Leaguer 12 • Academics February 2002 Enthusiasm key, Bell recipients say

continued from page 9 our country. We all try to help each other which rein- at 7:30 each morning to prepare for the contest while she forces the team player value.” fixes them a full breakfast. the Texas Relays, a major track event few small school His principal, too, recognizes his leadership. Rounsaville has taken students to state in accounting athletes get invited to. “Mr. Loggins is able to achieve such results in UIL since 1987 and has taken the accounting team to state “My athletes are students first and athletes second,” competition because of his great ability to teach in the since 1993. Her students have placed in the top three he said. “I rarely have an athlete ineligible for competi- classroom and his commitment to all students,” princi- places 15 times since she made her first appearance at the tion because of their grades because they have learned to pal Tom Talley said. “Teaching upper level advanced state meet in 1987. discipline themselves in the classroom like they do in science courses has given him the opportunity to pass his “It is my desire to help students to realize what they athletics. I also believe that not only coaches and spon- enthusiasm for science on to many students who, be- can accomplish through hard work and discipline,” she sors of UIL activities, but teachers, parents and employ- cause of his teaching, have chosen careers in the field of said. “While I push very hard, students learn to prioritize, ers must treat those under them with respect and with a science and/or education.” time management skills and they set goals for them- positive and caring attitude. No one cares how much you selves.” know until they know how much you care.” Bobbie Maddox Her principal, who is a former student himself, knows Principal Merl Brandon sees the commitment and Seguin High School, Seguin the asset Rounsaville is to the school. respect Jernigan has for his students and fellow teachers. When UIL journalism is mentioned around the state, “Dortha Rounsaville is a valuable asset to Trenton “[The success of coach Jernigan] lies in the fact that Maddox’s name always comes up. For 27 years, Seguin ISD, Trenton High School, and all the students in he his success is not one-dimensional,” the principal said. has been the recipient of the journalism teacher’s exper- district,” principal John Orozco said. “Yes, her account- “His commitment and dedication to his athletic pro- tise taking her students to “numerous” competitions in ing students excel each year at district, regional an state gram is just as strong for his athletes, classroom and that time. competition, but more importantly each of her students family. It is rewarding to work with an individual that Maddox, who is the reigning Texas Journalism are much more prepared for the world as they graduate can push students to their maximum potential whether Teacher of the Year, has been instrumental in teaching from high school. Due to her dedication, structure and it is on the field of competition or in the classroom.” many journalism activities throughout the years and is work ethic, we have graduates decide to become accoun- one of the pioneers of introducing broadcast journalism tants and CPAs (certified public accountants).” Charles Loggins on the high school scene. Bridgeport High School, Bridgeport “While every student can achieve and succeed, there Jackie Shandua When Science is mentioned at Bridgeport High are many measures of success beyond winning ribbons, Fredericksburg High School, Fredericksburg School, Loggins is the person everyone looks to. He has medals and trophies,” Maddox said. “The real measure of Since 1972, Shandua has been instrumental in mak- coached the science and computer science contests for success, whether in UIL competition, the classroom or ing sure Fredericksburg High School students have had 24 years. Now, Bridgeport is known as one of the state’s in life is the individual’s dedicated effort to perform at his the tools to be successful in UIL math competition, as powerhouses in math/science competition, and with his or her best level. This is what I expect of my UIL well as life. He sponsored slide rule until its demise in leadership, Bridgeport has won the state 3A academic competitors — no less. I expect them to put forth their 1982 and then led his students to the calculator compe- championship six of the last seven years. His math and own very best effort in a spirit of competitive sportsman- tition, and now sponsors the school’s math competition. science teams have been frequent participants at the ship.” He has had 12 state qualifiers in his years as a sponsor and state meet, placing in the top five as a team in 1977, 83, Principal Irene Garza recognizes her dedication. can brag of a state championship team as well as an 85, 86, 87, 95, and 1996. “ Bobbie Maddox has dedicated her entire career to individual state champion. He starts his competitive year the second week of educating students,” the principal said. “Ms. Maddox “UIL competition helps students to set goals and school, having students meet him at 7:30 each morning has had an incredible impact on her students due to her work at achieving those goals,” he said. “It helps them to for practice. compassion, sincerity and complete devotion to making determine what preparation is required and what ob- “For a student to compete in UIL competition, they students the best they can.” stacles may be in the way of achieving those goals. It must experience success during the path of competi- teaches them how to work effectively in pressure situa- tion,” he said. “Since our society, in part, is based on the Faye Parish tions and develops their composure and self esteem. I competitive spirit, UIL competition will give all partici- Bridge City High School, Bridge City want students to learn to like learning and to enjoy being pating students a better understanding of this aspect of For over 20 years, Parish has nurtured the talents of challenged.” interested students through the Bridge City High School His principal sees Shandua as a good leader. UIL math and science program. Under her guidance, the “While challenging the most gifted students, he UIL academic program at the school has come from provides encouragement to those who lack confidence,” finishing last in district competition to being a perennial principal Mary Alice Deike said. “He instills the belief sweepstakes winner. In the last five years, Parish’s teams that success is within the reach of all students. His have been first in number sense, calculator applications genuine enthusiasm and curiosity for learning is conta- and mathematics in district. The calculator applications gious. He exhibits a relentless commitment and excite- team has placed first for 10 years. ment for teaching that inspires those around him.” “The greatest thing we as teachers can do for our students is to teach them how to learn,” she said. “Facts Karen Stinson may be forgotten, but if we teach them how to learn we Oak Ridge High School, The Woodlands are preparing them for the future. Some of the careers “A warm body is better than no body” according to that our students will work in are yet to be developed, Stinson. And she has proved it. Stinson, who has sup- therefore facts are not enough. Competition encourages ported Oak Ridge’s UIL program in some form for almost students to learn.” 30 years, first participated in public speaking events and, Her principal knows her by another name. after college graduation, sponsored all the journalism, “In Bridge City, Faye Parish is known as Mrs. UIL,” spelling, ready writing, current issue and events, literary he said. “Her knowledge of UIL rules and procedures are criticism, prose and extemp events. She has coached invaluable. When the district sought to expand the UIL state finalists in all the journalism events, spelling and literary program, Faye was the leading force in the ready writing. In keeping with her warm body approach, recruitment of new teaches who shared her values and Stinson was faced one year with a poetry participant enthusiasm. She does not seek recognition for herself, getting sick before the contest. She took a student who rather is thrilled by the success of her students.” was between events, coached him, and had him compete successfully. Dortha Rounsaville “UIL activities allow us to create a smaller, more photo by Excelsha Thomas, Madison High School Trenton High School, Trenton personalized learning community within the larger frame- Off-Season Program When it comes to preparing for the UIL accounting work of Oak Ridge high School,” she said. “Our goals Following another successful season, head coach and athletic director Jim Streety of Madison High School in San Antonio, works with Joey Gutierrez. Streety has become a competition, kids in Trenton have to get up pretty early apply to all students. Our clear, specific expectations are mainstay in Texas High school football serving as athletic director at Madison for 27 years in the morning. In fact, they have breakfast with and coaching there for 36 years. In 1999, he was inducted into the Texas High School Rounsaville, who expects her competitors at her house continued on page 13 Coaches Association Hall of Honor. UIL Leaguer February 2002 Academics • 13 Award winners provide guidance to students, other teachers continued from page 12 Association Hall of Honor. state in several events, in- reliably measured. We do not assume that low-perform- “The best competitors make the best students be- cluding computer applica- ing students are incapable of meeting high standards, cause they always strive to do their best,” he said. “We tions, state in five of the and (we) enjoy proving just the opposite. We give kids are here for the students, so there we must find a way to seven years she coached a place to belong.” motivate them to want to be competitive.” them, journalism in two of Her principal sees the enthusiasm Stinson brings to His principal sees the relationship he has with his the four years she coached, the school. players and students. and computer science the “Whether Karen became the sponsor or solicited an “His students and associates have undoubtedly been past three years. appropriate sponsor for another area, students received the benefactors of their association with this man and his “A quality education in- the guidance, direction and support they needed,” prin- incredible abilities,” principal Donald Smith said. “His volves not just the attain- cipal Sharon Walker said. “Positive, student-focused, care for the well being and providence of others puts Jim ment of knowledge but also organized, involved, caring and compassionate describe Streety in a class by himself. He has managed to main- the opportunity for self this young woman. The most important aspect of Karen’s tain the courage to stand strong and firm in his prin- worth and character build- contribution is her dedication to students. She is the ciples, yet he has managed to bend at just the right ing and achieving potential,” epitome of outstanding.” instant to assist a person, young or old, who may be in a she said. “The UIL academic photo by Mike Wilson, Valley View High School time of need. His integrity is unchallenged.” program at our school has Jim Streety been a core ingredient for enhancing what takes place in The trophy Madison High School, San Antonio Patti Wilson our classrooms. Competition at its best makes us all Accepting her trophy as a Consistency and stability has been the trademark of Valley View High School, Valley View achieve at higher levels — not just individually, but as Southwestern Bell Sponsor Madison High School’s athletic program since Streety Wilson started competing in UIL when she was in a group. Participating in academic competition prepares Excellence Award recipient, came around 34 years ago. Serving as head coach and high school, and, according to her principal, she is still a student for life.” Patti Wilson displays it with athletic director the past 27 years, Streety has had an competing. Valley View’s UIL academic program began growing Valley View principal Gor- don Taylor. opportunity to influence thousands of players. Hun- “She meets all her students as they leave the contest when Wilson was hired in 1995. dreds of his former players have moved on the college to debrief them about their reaction to the contest,” “Mrs. Wilson actively recruited our students to par- ranks and three have moved on to play professional principal Gordon Taylor said. “I think she relives the ticipate and our teachers to coach events,” Taylor said. football. Several of his assistants have become head contest through their description and is able to empa- “By 1996 Valley View was competitive within our dis- football coaches, both on the high school and college thize or celebrate with them.” trict, which included perennial state champion Lindsay. level. He, too, has a long history of building champions. Wilson, who has served as the campus UIL academic She has the respect of her fellow faculty for her work in Since 1976, he has entered the playoffs 17 times and has coordinator since 1995, has led the school to two 1A the classroom and students have always achieved at an reached as far as the semi-finals four times. In 1999, he state academic championships in 1999 and 2000 and was extremely high level.” was inducted into the Texas High School Coaches the state 2A runner-up in 2001. She has led students to Special teacher makes learning memorable continued from page 8 see musicals, to Las Colinas Studios, to Reunion Tower, they are watching television and something they studied and many more exciting locations. Probably the most in class was on and they recognized the music and knew for music with everyone. She has always written, pro- interesting and fun thing she does with her classes is her who the composer was for the selection. Until I started duced, and directed variety shows throughout the years annual Christmas Dinner. This is hosted at her house teaching eight years ago, I thought her little stories were in our community and church. She began this in the 8th with the help of lots of volunteers. The kids are brought cute but never invested much time in them. Now that I grade when she and her class produced her first Show- to the dinner by horse and carriage. Volunteers serving have my own students, I see the love a teacher can boat Variety Show. She continued this through high are dressed in costumes to fit the theme of the dinner. develop for them and the commitment you put into school producing a show every year until their class They listen to chamber music and are served a 6-course them when they are competing. earned enough money to be the first DeKalb High dinner usually coinciding with the home countries of the She has not only touched the lives of all four of her School class to be able to take a senior trip by train to composers they have studied in class. One year, while daughters by teaching them to sing and play the piano, New Orleans. She was a voice major at Texas Christian they were studying opera singers, the theme of the but she has placed a love for music and the stage in University and graduated with a degree in Music, pro- dinner was, of course, Italian. She phoned Mama Leoni’s hundreds of lives in a small East Texas town. Although ducing shows there as well. When she graduated, she was restaurant in New York and they sent menus and souve- she may retire soon, she is not done. She has a 19- offered a chance to go to New York and sing at the nirs for each kid to have at their place setting. The kids month-old granddaughter whose first Christmas present Metropolitan Opera, but my grandfather would not let love this! was a tiny baby grand piano and music book. She has a her travel to New York and pursue this interest. She She loves John Jacobson and the style he teaches in second grandbaby due in April, so I believe she has her started her first teaching career at Deer Park and pro- his workshops. It is not uncommon for her phone to ring work cut out for her. duced a Showboat there with the teachers. at home and a student from several years past tell her that She moved back to DeKalb and married my dad 41 years ago. She has raised four daughters, all graduates of Baylor University. She has continued to keep the stage English teacher group, UIL academics alive in DeKalb and was a vital part of the fund-raising activities for all of our classes. This began when my co-sponsor fiction writing contest oldest sister was in the 5th grade and they continued on until they raised enough money to fly to Disneyland The Texas Book Festival, in association with the Each entry must be titled. Deadline for receipt of their senior year. The entire community was involved in University Interscholastic League and the Texas Coun- entries is June 1, 2002. her shows. The city of DeKalb has seen a past superinten- cil of Teachers of English, is sponsoring its first fiction Entries will be submitted in three divisions: Grades 7- dent dressed in a mini-skirt and go-go boots singing writing contest. 8; Grades 9-10; Grades 11-12 “Harper Valley PTA” as well as our state representative Texas junior high and high school students are in- Schools are limited to three entries per division. in a white suit and cowboy hat singing and dancing to “I vited to submit a piece of original fiction, no more than There is no entry fee. Want To Do Little Side Step.” Current events were used 2,000 words in length, to be judged by some of the state’s Ten finalists will be selected per division. Prizes will as themes, but all of her shows ended in a patriotic finest writers. Winners will be invited to read their be awarded to the first, second and third place finishers fashion. After the Sept. 11 tragedy, I saw so many things pieces during the 2002 Texas Book Festival in Austin. per division. First place winners will be invited to Austin done for tributes with music that I had arranged by my Entries should focus on the theme, “Growing Up in to read their entries during the 2002 Texas Book Festi- mom since I was a child. Texas.” val. The winning entries will be published on-line by the This love for the stage and music has carried over into Judges will look for excellence in use of dialogue, Texas Book Festival. her classroom. She tries to expose her kids to experiences character development, setting, plot, conflict and reso- For entry forms and additional information, contact they may never encounter living in a small East Texas lution. Entries should be submitted in 12 point type, Bobby Hawthorne, UIL [email protected], town. She has taken her classes to Fair Park in Dallas to double-spaced. 512/232-4930 or 232-7311 (fax). UIL Leaguer 14 • Sports February 2002 Coaches should set examples for players, school

or most people in the team in the eyes of all people at the event. • A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not school business, the • Instructing participants and spectators in proper a license to verbally assault others or be generally obnox- Fspring is simply a blur. sportsmanship responsibilities and demand that they ious. School resumes in January and make sportsmanship the #1 priority. • Showing respect for the opposing players, coaches, before you know it another spectators and support groups. school year is complete. The For Participants: • Respecting the integrity and judgement of game same is true for the UIL staff. • Accepting and understanding the seriousness of officials. Understand they are doing their best to help PUBLIC Especially with Reclassification your responsibility, and the privilege of representing promote the student-athlete, and admire their willing- REPRIMANDS and Realignment, which has your school and the community. ness to participate in full view of the public. just been released. There is no • Living up to standards of sportsmanship established • Being a positive role model at events through your BASKETBALL time to relax. by the school administration and the coaching staff. own actions and by censuring those around you whose Donald McIntyre, Mark Cousins In the coming weeks the UIL • Treating opponents the way you would like to be behavior is unbecoming. Whitesboro Assistant Athletic Jeremy Vanley, staff will conduct four state Director treated — as a guest or friend. Who better than your- El Paso Parkland championships over a period of selves can understand all the hard work and team effort Texas has high school programs that are among the Mike Fountain, three weekends. Wrestling and Swimming Champion- that is required of your sport? elite in the nation. That success can be directly attrib- Spurger ships Feb. 22-23, followed by Girls Basketball, Feb. 28- • Respecting the integrity and judgement of game uted to the school administrators and coaches charged Eric Heskett, Mansfield Worley MS March 2, and Boys Basketball, March 7-9. officials. The officials are doing their best to help pro- with the direction of the over 1.5 million students who Gerald Butts, However, it is not the coming weeks that concern me mote you and your sport. Treating them with respect, participate in UIL activities each year. For students to San Angelo Grape Creek as much as the weeks that have just passed. In the past even if you disagree with their judgement, will only continue to receive the positive benefits participation in Adrian Trimble, two months the number of reportable incidents from make a positive impression of you and your team in the extracurricular activities provide, all interested parties Corpus Christi West Oso officials involving schools, coaches and fans causes me eyes of the officials and everyone at the event. must work together. Ron Smith, Houston Sharpstown great concern. As I tell coaches and officials all the time, one cannot Robert Loper, Since the beginning of the year in basketball, 85 For Spectators: exist and thrive without the other. Schools need officials Frankston reportable incidents have been turned in to the UIL • Remembering that you are at the contest to support in order to play contests and games and without UIL Jeff Ward, office through the Texas Association of Sports Officials and yell for your team, and to enjoy the skill and contests to call, the TASO loses its purpose. Once all Linden Kildare (TASO). Similar situations occur in all activities, not competition — not to intimidate or ridicule the other involved realize that we must work together for the J.P. Ford, Longview just this one sport. team or its fans. benefit of kids, the situation can only improve. Jeff Richters, Reportable incidents include coach’s ejections, re- Palestine Westwood ports of physical contact or verbal abuse by coaches, Rod Young, spectators or fans, early termination of contests due to Tyler John Tyler fights between players/teams and situations where spec- Scholarship created for Julio Gonzalez, Taft tators are removed from the facility for inappropriate David Schmitt, behaviors or verbally abusing officials. former UIL compliance officer Elgin A few years ago, the number of coaches who were Brad Scribner, ejected from contests rose to an unacceptable level with Caddo Mills 196 coaches across the state being ejected from contests. Former coach, League official dies of transplant complications Eddie Nelson, In response to this rise in unsportsmanlike behavior by Bay City by Kim Rogers Roderick Hall, coaches, the UIL Legislative Council instituted the UIL Public Informatin Officer School where he re- Faith Family Academy Coaches and Officials Positive Expectations or COPE Stacy Hunt, program. Since the inception of the COPE program, the mained until his retire- he Texas Interscholastic League Foundation (TILF) Granger number of coach’s ejections has dropped over 50 per- ment in 1990. Mark Johnson, has created a memorial scholarship in memory of cent. T After his retirement, Gary Carroll Ray Daniel, a longtime figure in Texas high Daniel spent the last 10 Kathryn Krodell, However, during that same period of time (from school football and former UIL Compliance Officer. years as UIL Compli- Fort Worth Paschal 1995-2002) the number of problems arising from specta- The scholarship, which will be given annually to Brad Floyd, tors’ inappropriate behavior has increased dramatically. ance Officer. As an in- students who have participated in the UIL Academic Mount Vernon What can a school do to educate their spectators on tegral part of the UIL Joe Nimock, State Meet, was established after Daniel died of compli- proper behavior at sporting events? That is a question staff, Daniel investi- Dallas South Oak Cliff cations following a liver transplant on Dec. 24, 2001. gated alleged UIL rule Marsha Brown, asked by many school administrators across the state. Daniel was born October 14, 1937, in Austin and violations and was in- Austin LBJ In response to some of those concerns, the UIL has attended Austin public schools, graduating from Austin Veronda Kendall, created and distributed over the past few years a Sports- strumental in enforcing Huntsville manship Manual. If you have not seen it or attempted to rules set down by the Charles Farrell, use it to educate your parents, students and coaches you League. Hallsville “Carroll Ray be- David Knight, are missing a great opportunity. “He was an intelligent, patient lieved in enforcing the Franklin I am not going to reprint the entire manual (it can be Carroll Ray Daniel Chris Edwards, found at our web site www.uil.utexas.edu/ath/manuals/ and gentle man who leaves an rules, yet being fair to 1937-2001 Wellington index.html) in this article but some general information those who violated on behavior expectations of those involved in a contest indelible memory and legacy of them,” UIL Director Dr. BASEBALL Bill Farney said. “He was an intelligent, patient and Ashby Porter, include: Paradise For Coaches: integrity to his family and gentle man who leaves an indelible memory and legacy • Abiding by and teaching the rules of the game in of integrity to his family and friends. We are all richer SOCCER letter and in spirit. friends. We are all richer from from his presence in our lives.” Dennis Vansa, With the establishment of this scholarship through Silsbee • Setting a good example for players and spectators to follow. his presence in our lives.” the TILF, Carroll Ray Daniel will continue to positively • Refraining from arguments in front of players and impact the lives of the Texas students for years to come, spectators; making no gestures which indicate an official UIL Director Bill Farney Farney said. or opposing coach does not know what he or she is doing Contributions to the Carroll Ray Daniel Memorial or talking about; no throwing objects in disgust. Shake Scholarship fund may be directed to: hands with the officials and opposing coaches before and TILF High School in 1955. He received his B.S. in Education after the contest in full view of the public. Carroll Ray Daniel Memorial Scholarship Fund from The University of Texas and began his coaching • Respecting the integrity and judgement of game Box 8028 career at Lamar Junior High in 1960. officials. The officials are doing their best to help pro- Austin, TX 78713-8028 After coaching at Austin High School from 1963- mote athletics and the student-athlete. Treating them Please indicate the contribution is to go to the 1980, where he was named head football coach in 1970, with respect, even if you disagree with their judgement Carroll Ray Daniel Memorial Scholarship. he became head football coach at Austin Crockett High will only make a positive impression of you and your UIL Leaguer February 2002 News/Academics • 15 Lone Star Update 4A schools break away, topping 42 points to lead all conferences by Kim Rogers CONFERENCE 4A CONFERENCE 2A UIL Public Information Officer 1. Dallas Highland Park 42 pts. 1. Holliday 28 pts. Updated stand- 2. Southlake Carroll 30 pts. 2. Celina 24 pts. ings and final The UIL and Texas Dodge Dealers have announced 3. Grapevine 26 pts. 3. Ganado 20 pts. the current standings for the 2002 Lone Star Cup. 4. Cedar Park 24 pts. 4. Pattonville Prairiland 18 pts. results will ap- Now in its fifth year, the Lone Star Cup honors the 5. San Antonio Alamo Heights 22 pts. Refugio 18 pts. best overall academic and athletic programs in Texas 6. Dickinson 20 pts. Van Alstyne 18 pts. pear in upcoming and is open to all UIL member high schools. Friendswood 20 pts. 7. Jewett Leon 16 pts. issues of The Standings are based on points earned through a Hereford 20 pts. Krum 16 pts. team’s success at district and state level UIL activities. 9. New Braunfels Smithson Valley 18 pts. Wallis Brazos 16 pts. Leaguer and In June 2002, Texas Dodge Dealers will present the 10.Corpus Christi Calallen 16 pts. 10.Arp 14 pts. episodes of High Lone Star Cup trophy, along with a $1,000 scholarship Ennis 16 pts. Blanco 14 pts. to one high school in each of the five UIL classifications. Longview Pine Tree 16 pts. Nocona 14 pts. School Xtra, Current standings, based on the first tabulation of Magnolia 16 pts. broadcast on Fox points, are as follows: New Braunfels Canyon 16 pts. CONFERENCE 5A CONFERENCE 1A Sports Net. For 1. Bremond 20 pts. 1. Austin Westlake 28 pts. CONFERENCE 3A results, official 2. Humble Kingwood 24 pts. 1. Wimberley 28 pts. Petrolia 20 pts. 3. Corpus Christi Carroll 21 pts. 2. Bellville 20 pts. 3. Burkeville 18 pts. rules, and scor- 4. Allen 18 pts. 3. Decatur 18 pts. Iraan 18 pts. Arlington 18 pts. 4. Bridge City 16 pts. 5. Overton 16 pts. ing structure 6. Langham Creek 16 pts. Cleveland Tarkington 16 pts. Windthorst 16 pts. visit the UIL web Lewisville Marcus 16 pts. Texarkana Pleasant Grove 16 pts. 7. Celeste 14 pts. Lufkin 16 pts. 7. Atlanta 14 pts. Round Top Carmine 14 pts. site at Houston Stratford 16 pts. Commerce 14 pts. Shiner 14 pts. www.uil.utexas.edu 10.Abilene 14 pts. Crane 14 pts. Simms Bowie 14 pts. Clear Creek 14 pts. Everman 14 pts. Whitharral 14 pts. Mesquite 14 pts. Prose, poetry categories require more research continued from page 4 and Random House which publishes the book, confirms autobiographical,” phrases that just don’t agree. Additionally, if you retrieve information from “other The Great Santini as fiction. Perhaps Conroy did draw on What we originally believed was simple documenta- published sources” to serve as your documentation, you his experiences of having a military father as some tion can still remain so if UIL publications are consulted are advised to search more than one source to insure the information suggests. But the character Conroy writes for guidance, if students allow time for thorough re- information you have located is definitive. about is Lieutenant Colonel Bull Mecham, and the fate search, and if coaches carefully check their students’ A perfect example of problems you may encounter is of Mecham is one that Conroy’s own father was spared documentation now instead of later. documenting The Great Santini by Pat Conroy. Several in real life. Note: Districts are advised to send out a letter re- on-line sites post a biography of Conroy, indicating that Publisher’s bios might lead you to believe a book is minding coaches to check the Leaguer and web site for his book is an “autobiographical work” and the leading autobiographical with phrases like “based on the life clarifications on the categories so that any questionable character is based on Conroy’s real-life military father. of….” Don’t settle for this as adequate proof of non- documentation can be addressed by contest officials One e-book publisher goes so far as to advertise it as an fiction. There are too many gray areas in such state- prior to the day of the contest. In an effort to aid contest “autobiographical novel” What an interesting oxymo- ments. You should see a yellow caution flag when you directors, district contest materials for prose and poetry ron! However, it carries a fiction classification number, discover statements such as “founded on the author’s will include helpful guidelines from the State Office for life.” Suspicion should arise when you encounter com- checking documentation. Academic conference bined phrases like “autobiographical novel” or “semi- set for June 28-29 Coaches urged to submit state pictures online This year marks the first year that team information Girls basketball photos and team information sheets continued from page 3 sheets and team photos to be used in State Tournament must be received at the UIL office no later than 4 p.m. • The language arts matrix: integrating literary Programs can be submitted online. Feb. 21. criticism, ready writing and spelling and vocabulary into Team rosters, school information, and regular season Boys Basketball photos and team information sheets your language arts program schedules with scores may now be submitted online must be received no later than 4 p.m. Feb. 28. • Q&A about TEA. Questions and answers about through the UIL web-site at www.uil.utexas.edu. Coaches UIL and TEA rules are urged to proofread entries carefully — the way a • Integrating Maps, Graphs and Charts into regular coach enters the information is the way it will appear in Music adjudicators also social studies curriculum the State Tournament program. Coaches should not use serve as educators • Building a speech program and tradition. the caps lock key, as that may cause additional problems. • Finding scholarships for your academic students Team photos may be submitted via e-mail to: continued from page 11 • Curriculum ideas for the state’s required speech [email protected]. Photos can be either color or students’ performances. Thus our role is to evaluate and course black and white, but they must have a resolution of at educate. We should freely and gladly leave the adminis- • Making CX debate user-friendly least 300 dots per inch. All photos must be e-mailed as tration of the contest to others. • The basics of Lincoln-Douglas debate an attachment in a TIFF format. Team photos should be I hope you will take the time to review the rules, • Cross Examination Debate Topic Analysis sized to approximately 3x5 to keep file sizes down. If you again, in the C & CR before fulfilling your adjudication • Using the Art Contest to teach art elements and art do not understand these specifications, please mail an commitments. It would be wise to remember the awe- history actual photo. some job we, as educators, have in relation to any and all For more information, visit the UIL website at Do not send out of focus, low quality photos. If students whose paths we happen to cross. Finally, be www.uil.utexas.edu or contact Bobby Hawthorne at Box coaches are unable to e-mail a photo, please overnight a mindful of the professional support we should proudly 8028, Austin, TX 78713; [email protected]. quality photo to the address listed in your manuals. extend to our peers and their students. UIL Leaguer 16 • Official Notices February 2002

ELEMENTARY/JUNIOR HIGH SECOND PLACE TEAM POINTS CORPUS CHRISTI MILLER HS KELLER FOSSIL RIDGE HS FORT WORTH EAGLE BROOKELAND HS addition to 902(m) Schedule of The State Executive Committee The State Executive Committee CHARTER SCHOOL The State Executive Committee CORRECTION TO THE 2001- Points — it is not noted in the placed Mr. Kevin Wall on proba- issued a public reprimand with The State Executive Committee issued a public reprimand to Mr. 2002 SPELLING LIST FOR C&CR on the scoring for speech tion through August 2, 2002, for probation through April 11, 2003 issued a public reprimand to Chris Carter, with probation GRADES 7-8 and journalism dealing with sec- violations involving the boys’ to Mr. Doug Dulany, Fossil Ridge Eagle Charter School, with pro- through January 16, 2003, for #441 “kolanut” should read “kola ond place overall points. Second basketball program. High School, for violation of the bation through August 21, 2002 violation of Section 1202 and nut.” place most overall points should Athletic Code. The committee for failure to participate in spring state law and (selling supple- receive five (5) points added onto EL PASO BURGES HS also issued a public reprimand meet activities during the 2000- ments to students). EDITORIAL WRITING the total score of these two con- The State Executive Committee to Mr. Kip Holloway, and placed 2001 school year. Editorial Writing is a new contest tests. These points, approved by suspended Jessica Rae Dennis, him on probation through April ARLINGTON MARTIN HS for the 2001-2002 school year the Legislative Council, are noted El Paso Burges High School, from 11, 2002. BROWNSVILLE LOPEZ HS The State Executive Committee for students in grades 7-8. A 45- in the additional notes, but not coaching/sponsoring any UIL The State Executive Committee issued a public reprimand to Mr. minute contest, test materials on the scoring schedule as noted activities through October 10, PASADENA DOBIE HS issued a public reprimand to Mr. Terry King and placed him on will consist of a fact sheet from on page 57 of the Constitution 2003. The State Executive Committee J. J. Garcia with probation through probation through January 16, which participants develop an and Contest Rules. issued a public reprimand to Mr. August 21, 2002 for being 2005, for violation of Sections editorial. ROBSTOWN HS Abraham Haje and the soccer ejected from a contest while on 441, 481, 1201, 1202 and HIGH SCHOOL SPELLING & VO- The State Executive Committee program at Dobie High School, probation (Section 1208 [j] [3]. Booster Club Guidelines. DICTIONARY CABULARY suspended Coach Steve Castro with probation through April 11, This is the first year that only the Note clarification of the C&CR from the first five district base- 2002 for violation of Section HOUSTON PREPARED TABLE AMARILLO TASCOSA HS Merriam Webster’s Intermediate and Word Power: Misuse of any ball games of the 2000-01 school 1206 (b), Sunday Prohibition. CHARTER SCHOOL The State Executive Committee Dictionary, 1994 and subsequent non-alphabetic element, such as year and issued a public repri- The State Executive Committee issued a public reprimand to Mr. editions will be the official dictio- accent, apostrophe, hyphen, mand with probation through Feb- CHANNELVIEW HS suspended Prepared Table Char- Ron Rogers, with probation nary for elementary and junior tilde, umlaut, etc., or capitaliza- ruary 27, 2003 for violation of The State Executive Committee ter School from one-act play com- through January 16, 2003, for high academic contests. tion is an error. Also, the Ameri- Section 481 (Gifts or Awards to issued a public reprimand with petition for the 2001-2002 violation of the Athletic Code. can Heritage Dictionary of the Sponsor or Coach). probation through April 11, 2002 school year for failure to partici- ART CONTEST English Language, Third Edition, to Mr. Sergio Montanez and the pate during the 2000-2001 BUFFALO ISD A View of El Paso and View of El will continue to be the official CARROLLTON TURNER HS soccer program at Channelview school year. The District 21-AA Executive Com- Paso both count as correct titles dictionary until further notice, but The State Executive Committee High School for violation of the mittee issued a public reprimand for the painting by Trousset. the new Fourth Edition is also suspended Coach Andy Steele age restriction. DALLAS JEFFERSON HS and placed Buffalo ISD on proba- acceptable. from the first two non-district The State Executive Committee tion through the 2002-2003 HIGH SCHOOL basketball games of the 2001- ENNIS HS issued a public reprimand to school year for violation of Sec- HOUSTON MILBY HS 02 school year and placed him The State Executive Committee Jefferson High School with pro- tion 1202 (j) and Section 1206 SECTION 409 (a) The District 18-AAAAA Executive on probation through February issued a public reprimand to the bation through August 21, 2002 (b). Promotion means that a student Committee placed all boys’ ath- 27, 2003 for violation of Section soccer program at Ennis High for failure to participate in one- has been academically promoted letic programs at Houston Milby 1208 (j), (Ejection from Two Con- School, with probation through act play during the 2000-2001 HOUSTON PREPARED TABLE from the previous grade level by High School on probation through tests in One Week). April 11, 2002 for violation of the school year. CHARTER SCHOOL officials in an accredited public March 23, 2002. Athletic Code, inappropriate in- The State Executive Committee or private school. Students who SMYER ISD teraction with a game official by DALLAS SPRUCE HS suspended Prepared Table Char- are enrolling in a UIL member AUSTIN TRAVIS HS The State Executive Committee a student athlete. In addition, The State Executive Committee ter School from all UIL activities school from home school or an The State Executive Committee issued a public reprimand to the student in question was sus- suspended Dallas Spruce High until a school administrator ap- unaccredited private school must placed Austin Travis High School Smyer ISD, with probation pended from participating in all School from one-act play compe- pears before the Committee to pass all courses for the appli- on probation through April 17, through February 27, 2002 for UIL activities through April 11, tition for the 2001-2002 school answer allegations involving mis- cable grade evaluation period 2002 for allowing an ineligible inappropriate behavior by fans at 2002. year for failure to participate dur- conduct by coach and players. before they become eligible student to participate. a junior high basketball game. ing the 2000-2001 school year. seven calendar days later. CONROE CANEY CREEK HS CLAUDE ISD HOUSTON HS LAREDO NIXON HS The State Executive Committee DALLAS SCHOOL The District 2-A Executive Com- CORRECTION TO THE The State Executive Committee The State Executive Committee issued a public reprimand to the OF EDUCATION AND mittee issued a public reprimand ACCOUNTING CONTEST issued a public reprimand to issued a public reprimand with basketball program at Caney SOCIAL SERVICES to Claude ISD, with probation IN REGARDS TO APPROVED Douglas Kelt, Mike Roberts, An- probation through April 11, 2002 Creek High School, with proba- The State Executive Committee through post-season basketball CALCULATORS tonio Lara, Maurice D. McGowan, to the Nixon High School soccer tion through April 11, 2002 for suspended Dallas School of Edu- play for the 2001-2002 school The following calculators may James Jasper, Max Wilson and program for playing an ineligible inappropriate interaction with a cation and Social Services from year for inappropriate interaction NOT be used for the Accounting John Kauffman, Houston High foreign exchange student. In game official by a fan. one-act play competition for the with game officials by fans. Contest: Hewlett-Packard 11C, School and placed them on pro- addition, Mr. Isidro Garcia was 2001-2002 school year for fail- 15C, 20S, 20SII, 32S, 32SII. bation through August 2, 2002, issued a public reprimand and NAZARETH HS ure to participate during the HOUSTON PREPARED TABLE These calculators are incorrectly for violation of the Football Plan, placed on probation through April The State Executive Committee 2000-2001 school year. CHARTER SCHOOL included in the list of approved Section 1250 (e). The commit- 11, 2002. issued a public reprimand to Mr. The school’s membership with Accounting Contest calculators tee also upheld the two-game Ralph Albracht with probation HUMBLE HS the University Interscholastic in the 2001-2002 C&CR, Sec- suspensions imposed by Hous- BOYD HS through August 21, 2002 for vio- The State Executive Committee League has been terminated for tion 920(h)(3). Section 920(h)(1) ton ISD. The State Executive Committee lation of the baseball pitching issued a public reprimand to Mr. the 2001-2002 school year for clearly states: Non-Program- issued a public reprimand with limitation. Lupe Cantu, with probation failure to pay membership dues. mable Calculators only. These probation through April 11, 2002 through November 6, 2002, for HP calculators are programmable to Mr. Arnold Parker, Boyd High violation of Section 400 (c) and and, therefore, disallowed for the School, for violation of state law Section 1205 (b) and (c). Accounting Contest. (no pass, no play).

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