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Dee. 3, 1966 THE SUN B-13 Year-Round Schools May Become Reality Weagles'W: NEST Jtgj according to an article in the December Reader's Digest It Involves year-round operation of elementary and secondary schools, with pupils attending three out of four quarters on a rotating basis. Advantages of the plan are many, author Jeri Engh points out. School capacity would increase by one third a school built to handle 600 students could take 800 for example drastically cutting construction needs. The practical effects of this can be seen in the example of just one community Stillwater, Minn.

which recently approved a three-million-dollar bond issue to build classrooms that will be bulging at the seams by 1970. By merely using its existing schools on a year-round basis, Stillwater could have eliminated overcrowding until well beyond 1970 without spending a dime on new classrooms! Another benefit of a four-quarter program would be that children having trouble with a subject would not have to repeat an entire term, as is now often the case, but could simply repeat the introductory quarter. Year-round schools would also cut down on the flood of youngsters that now hits the streets each June a phenomenon that, says the author, "assumes the proportions of a mass jallbreak." If no more than one quarter of the school population were out of school at any given time, vacation jobs would be easier to find and juvenile delinquency could drop. Also businesses and colleges could more readily absorb graduates on a four-time-a-year basis. Objections to the plan Include claims that summertime is not conducive to learning and that teachers need the summer months for "recuperation" and advanced study.

Yet trials of all-year schools in Newark, N. and Am-bridge and Aliquippa, Pa. demolished the first objection by showing that summertime failures were lower, and school attendance higher, than in any other quarter. And Ai i I iiifiw By MARY ANNE SPINKS On Tuesday, November 22, concert for Junior High and Elementary orchestra students was held. The program consisted of light, rhythm, and novelty numbers.

The Eisenhower orchestra was conducted by four guest conductors. The purpose of the concert was to encourage young music students to continue their music career. Mary Kreger and Debra Sheets both placed In the N.F.L. tournament at Fontana, Mary placed first in Impromptu speaking, while Debra received an excellent rating in humorous interpretation. Applications are nelng taken at Eisenhower High School for student membership In five new student faculty committees.

The five committees are: the Assembly committee, the Curriculum committee, the Discipline and Campus Control, Guidance, and the Policy committee headed by Mr. Kee-gan, Eisenhower's These committees were the result of a student council meeting. Mr. Keegan stated that these will give the student "greater involvement and activity in school He also said he knew of "no other high school in this area which gives students this power." when Rochester, Minn, offered teachers a choice between year-round and nine-month employment, 91 per cent chose an all-year contract While year-round schools would require the most careful planning, the advantages are causing a growing number of communities to eye their schools In a new light. The Digest article is condensed from "Saturday Regina," and Ginger to play football and have visions of burning the house down.

Casey Roach, Armando Castro, and Bob Parr are aiding Mr. Bud Allen in converting the Whitmer Auditorium stage into the wealthy home of the Caroles. Mr. Orrln R. Sheldahl is directing ticket sales and Mrs.

Tressie Truesdall is in charge of make-up. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. Admission is 50c for children and $1 for adults. CUHS Usherettes roamed Colton neighborhoods recently lugging pails, rags, and Win-dex raising money for new uniforms in a door to door carwash. Members raising $26 for gold A-line dresses were Diane Ryan, Cheryl Jones, Bonnie Netherton and Nancy Hernandez, seniors; and juniors Judy Selfert, Carol Martinez, Frances Ochoa, and Barbara Gutierrez.

Sophomore fund raisers were Beth Jones, Kathy Tef-fenhart, Judy Wildman, and Debbie O'Bar. Wendy Raaz, Laura Jones, Bunny Buen and Beverly Smith were freshman workers. I fl)l rfWll.i Photo by Mlk Loewy Colton High School's Senior Class assembles during final rehearsal. ZANY CREW Cast of "Time Out for Ginger," current production of Teens may not like it, but many other Americans are beginning to look to year-round education as one solution to the growing problems of crowded classrooms and soaring construction needs. The idea goes beyong mere "summer school programs," Colton High's Senior Class will present "Time Out For Ginger," this Saturday, Dec.

3, at 8 p.m., in Whitmer Auditorium. Ronald Alexander's comedy In three acts Is under the direction of Mr. Frank Y. assisted by Mrs. Zola Alyea.

Charles Donnel and Linda Lofy will aid as student directors. Cast members Include Karen Miller In the lead role as Ginger Carole; Peggy Peden as Lizzie the maid; Ralph Ybarra as Mr. Howard Carole; and Candy Magnusson as his wife, Agnes. Joan Carole will be portrayed by Donna Bailey; Jean-nie Carole by Bernadette Smith; and Eddie Davis by Jim Bennett Other parts Include Tommy Green, played by Rudy Rodriquez; Ed Hoffman, by David Langley; and Mr. Wilson by Cy Pace.

Initiating the action, Mr. Carole's speech on manners induces Joan to petition for girls' P.E., Jeannie to take the leading role in "Victoria The found the day most enlightening. Many students have not firmly committed themselves to a chosen profession and this was an assist to help them decide where their given talents could best serve them, and their community. The annual football game between the "Faculty Frolics" and the Intramural champions, "The was held on Monday, Nov. 21.

"The (all juniors) were annihilated by a score of 30-0. Although the rough and tumble faculty was penalized 150 yards, the scrappy juniors could rack up no score. First half found the score 24-0 and only one tally was made by the faculty in the second period. So it appears as though "The Streaks" were beginning to wear the masters out. Faculty team consisted of Fr.

Robert Nagler, Fr. Earl La Riviere, Fr. John Pomis, Fr. Richard Slattery, Mr. Gregory Cuzzolino, Mr.

Jack Gar-ofono, Mr. Roy Melvin, Mr. Ed Ciabattini, and Mr. James Lenox. Assisting the faculty on the field were '66 graduates Gary Salazar, and Terry McCorkle.

The "Streaks" were, Mark Favorite, Frank Burns, Steve Maiefski, Mike Turelli, Dan Sanchez, John Martin, Jerry Schaefer, John Walker, George Knight, and Bill Fernandez. Congratulations to the "Faculty Frolics" who had a frolicking good time! With FALCONS By GEORGE KNIGHT Career Day was held at Aquinas on Wednesday, November 23. Every year, Aquinas selects and invites outstanding citizens from approximately twenty different professions to speak on their livelihood, and how they have found their chosen careers richly rewarding. Freedom of choice was granted each student to select three topics. The speakers represented their various fields most com-mendably and the students rSlot Racing Latest Rage iWith Teens By JUEL RILEY During the last few months more and more teen agers 1 have been discovering the thrills of slot car racing.

In town after town across the country, this fascinating sport has captured the attention of 1 both boys and girls. This is an inexpensive sport that provides both challenge and excitement; yet is able to be set up in the home without using too much space. It is also mobile and can be stored when not in use. One of the best sets being used by teenagers today is a Test Track set up to stimulate a Detroit Proving Grounds Testing Track of one of the big car manufacturers. It Is a Single track that pits the skill of the test driver against the clock.

Any age can use it and Jt doesn't need but one person to operate it. This allows the freedom to increase your skill at home before entering town competition. If the teen-ager is interested in racing with another person, 1 there are also sets available using the two track system with all types of obstacles to give variety and challenge to the drivers. Over 100 varied 1 road layouts are available in a single set. There are curved and straight track sections, bridge supports, fences and banked surve adaptors to test the skill and imagination of every driver.

No two races need to be of the same type. The challenge of slot car racing has proved a powerful attraction to the teen agers land more and more of the teen-agers are responding to this new and unique sport. I By MARIAN EASTWOOD Industrious Spartans will be Conducting a large fund rais-'. ing project starting Saturday, Dec. 3.

After a send-off break- fast in the school cafeteria at 8 a.m., one hundred San Gor-; gonio students will canvass the entire Highland-Del Rosa area selling delicious Almond Roca. Clubs participating in the candy drive will receive service hours for their work. The drive will provide much needed money for the student I body funds. The candy, which will be sold in twelve ounce cans, will be on sale for one Iweek only. I Simplicity Fashions presented a fashion show for all Spartan girls on Tuesday, No- vember 29.

"Personality Fash-lions" were shown in an as-; sembly during sixth period in the school cafeteria. Miss O'Brien from Simplicity Fash-lions was the commentator. -The twenty-seven outfits were by San Gorgonio girls. The rising hem lines as well as other fashion trends "were seen in the display of styles. A Christmas program Is be-.

Ing prepared by the San Gorgonio orchestra. The program will take place on December 115 at 8 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Tschaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" and "Unfinished Symphony" will be among the numbers performed. Color Her Blonde I No Matter the Age -HOUSTON, Tex.

(UPI) No matter what her age, the average American woman at some times considers becoming, or staying, a blonde. This curiosity about hair color showed in interviews with more than half a million women who visited a color carousel during its eight months national tour. An average of women daily visited the carousel as it toured 19 shopping centers where the ladies could see themselves as blondes, brunettes or redheads in a color gadget called CRUSADING AROUND tor. On the altar were placed food baskets for the poor families in the parish. One basket was donated from each class.

Cheri Barbour, chairman of the Apostolic Committee of the Legion of Catholic Action was responsible for the collection of food that made up the food baskets. Now that December's here everyone is awaiting with great anticipation the Christmas Dance on Dec. 17. The theme for the semi formal dance is Magic and Mistletoe. son commented that "the chorus will function similarly to a Greek chorus making sounds and noises.

They will also sing Civil War songs." No props will be used. Members of the chorus are Connie Wheeler, Pat Briggs, Margret Marchiolli, Marvin Carter, Geri Finks, Diane Vo-taw and Ron Young. Also included are Sandy Lane, Lor-etta Clements, Bobby Cohen, Mary Gracy and Diane Tucker. By TERRI IIERZIG November has sped by with all its busy atmosphere and has vanished into December. November held many Important events for the Crusaders.

Color Day, a traditional event, though belated this year, still held all the excitement and newness connected with the Day. On Color Day the Freshman class reveals to the Student Body their class colors, song, pledge and flag. This year the Freshman chose the name of Vikings and the colors of purple and white to represent them throughout their high school life. The Crusader of the month for November was A.S.B. Secretary, Pamela Gannon.

Pam has held a class office throughout her high school years until last summer when the Student Body elected her to the office of A.S.B. Secretary. The Spirit Trophy was awarded to 10S2 the very spirited section which also won the Magazine Drive. (2nd place winners). St.

Bernardine's cheerleaders won the 1st place ribbon in competition with other cheerleaders from Catholic high schools. Cheerleaders are Mitzi Spiess, head cheerleader Pam Gannon, Bev Salazar, Debbie Huss, Mary Clare Doonan; pompon girls, Diane Campagna, Barbara Huss, Margaret Beeson; mascots, Molly Samuelsen and Bernie Delaurie. The girls won their award for poise, general appearance, and spirit. On the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, the Student Body participated in a Mass in appreciation of Monsignor Bradley, St Bernardine's pas Family Theatre presents its first production of the year, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," December 2, 7:30 p.m. There will also be two other performances as part of the ESEA Compensatory Education.

These will be for elementary school children only, 10 a.m. December 1 and 6. Cathy Bartly leads the 30-member cast as Snow White and Linda Johnston portrays the Vain Queen, aided by her assistant, Witch Hex, played by Suzanne Portello. Mike Ash created an original musical score and choreographed the entire production. There will be a 35-piece pit orchestra composed of students from all of the San Bernardino High School, plus a few from Valley College.

Jerry Fallert is the director and Barbara Magnus is the scenic director. Others in the cast are Maureen Ball, Larry Brown, Ruth Estrada, Glenn Hollis, John Kraker and Henrietta Lopez. Also there will be Connie Mann, Petti Pjerrou, Terry Ratzlaff, Debra Stump, Monte Witacre, Ronnie Flood, John Capes, Cerol Dietrich, Steve Hernandez and Marie Lemus. Last year the Family Theatre, comprised of advanced drama students, played to people. Mr.

Fallert reports "We expect almost that number, about 5,000, this year." Members of Sobobans, Creative Arts and Thespians are sponsoring a joint money -raising project in the form of Steven Vincent Bene t's, "John Brown's Body" on December 7, at 8 p.m., in the SBHS auditorium. The cast features faculty members Helen Atkinson, Joanne Woodward, Jerry Fallert George'Nason, Park Dyer, Ted Frohner, Lea Ward, Chauncey Spencer, Helen Bogafln and Bonnie Brownell. Director George Nason describes the faculty student cast play as "an unusual form of reader's theater." Jerry Fallert Is the technical director and Park Dyer will work with the chorus. Na Five Generations SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) Bis-tra, a baby girl born in the village of Bistritsa near the Bulgarian capital is cared for by mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great grandmother, the news agency BTA reported. The great-great-grandmother is 86 years old and still working in the fields.

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