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Students ask
OCEAN CITY (N.J.) SENTINEL-LEDGER
Why hasn't the school board included snow days in
THURSDAY. MAY 31,197»
In February, due to they don't have to go until the three snow days instead of "I don't think anyone likes to school until the end of June they feel that last year's it with a knife. Many people from us. Also the students
"unexpected difficulties," the 21st. However, many, if not none and use two Saturdays the idea of staying in school, for the next couple years. lunch system was much feel that'the school should set should show more respect to
school was closed for a all, of the underclassmen feel for the other make-up days. until June 21. This cuts the
better than this year's, this up a smoking lounge for the each other and to' school
number of daya — not in avery
strongly about it. Remember, we only have 11 summer severely. People
year you don't have time to students since the teachers property.
row, but throughout the There were a few weeks of our summer with summer Jobs can't start
month. These "unexpected suggestions as to how the vacation. Why throw away until the end of June except Just about everyone in therelax
and eat. If you have have a lounge. Either that or The last problem was
difficulties" were the work of problem could be solved. The one of them?" (Kevin for weekends and evenings. school has some type of lunch the first half, you have forbid smoking at all — in- mostly submitted by seniors.
mother nature herself — following are a few responses Hfllliday)
Summers are supposed to be complaint about different
to rush down to the cafeteria, cluding the teachers. And that is, the seniors should
snow. Because of the snow, that were received:
vacations and an opportunity things in the school. And no
get your lunch and eat in 15-20 The next worst problem Is have more privileges. They'
school will be open until the "In my opinion, getting out "I don't think it's fair, to earn money. Attending matter how tyiey try, it's very
minutes. Then you have to go teacher favoritism. Then feel they should be able to go
21st of June. The school is of school at June 21 is because the school board school interferes with these difficult to change some of
to your study hall and sit for came the idea of going to the and come when they want,'
the remaining time. Last year
usually allowed so many snow ridiculous. Obviously, we should set a few days aside for plans." (Josette Tester) these problems. Of course
library during free periods have more senior cut days
you could get your lunch, sit
days a year, but since there have to make up the school snow days. After all, the
many times it's hard to get
without a pass and going without having to worry about,
and relax and then do your,
weren't any this year, the loss days we missed because of the students aren't the ones
someone to listen to the
outside for lunches, especially getting caught, and a lot of
must be made up at the end of snow, but six days. I'm sure
Well, as you can see, the
homework if you wanted to. during the fall and spring.
bringing on the snow."
problem, let alone solve it.
other things that they would
the school year.
half the school won't even
consensus is about the same.
You dldnt have to worry Some students go out anyway
(MaryAnne Calise)
In a classroom students
like to do. But of.,course
A number of people were show up for those make up
However, there's nothing the
about watching the clock to but they usually feel guilty
"It's no one's fault that
were asked to write down
they're just getting anxious,
recently asked how they felt days. Anyhow, the last three
students can do about It ex-
know when it's time to because they know they're not
school is open until the 21st of
what they thought were some
for graduation.
about going to school until days of school are useless.'
cept voice how they feel. We
change.
supposed to leave. They
June, although I think they
of the worst problems in the
June 21. Almost all those You get pretty tired of doing
niust attend school for 180
could have taken a couple of
school. The following are the The bathroom conditions, always come bade for the next
asked came to the same crossword puzzles in a half-
days and unless the school is .
days out of Easter vacation
.results.
are very poor. The doors on period so it must mean they Now you've seen what some,
conclusion — it isn't fair. The empty classroom. The
given some snow days, if the
instead of taking all of them
The top two problems were
the stalls b some of the gtrl's can be trusted.
of theproblemsare— why not"
at least try to help solve
seniors don't mind, but then, solution is simple, give us
winters continue to be like
on the end." (Tom Cade)
the lunch-study ball and the
bathrooms are of f, the writing Another hi that teachers
they have been, well be going poor bathroom conditions.
on the walls is terrible and the
them? You could make the'
should show some respect to
smoke is so thick you could ut the students as they expect
school a better place to go to. •
On the old chair in front of 50 students,
ranging from freshman to seniors, raising
his hands shoulder high, "Sing" he says.
Down come his hands and the 50 voices blend
harmonously under his direction. He goes on
through the song, mouthing the words to help
the 50 voices. "That will really sound," he
whispers after the voices have all cut off at
the same time.
: Lewis Benzon has been with the Ocean City
High School Choir for 15 years. On Wednesday
night, May 16, Mr. Benzon directed
• the 1978-79 choir at his last Spring Concert.
: He is retiring at theendof the year.
• The man with the title "the golden ear and
: the golden heart" has had 15 choirs, more
: than 900 Wednesday night rehearsals and has
created a tradition with the choir the high
school will be proud to maintain.
When some choir members were asked
. just how they felt about him, everybody
seemed to have the same answer, "He was a
\ Mend, and Hove him." The choirs will neve?
be the same when he's gone, and whoever
• takes his place will have a tough act to
: follow. But with 15 years of tradition, it can
;' be said with ease that "nobody does it better."
_
Nobody does it better
Mr. Michael Subotich congratulates Mr. Lewis Benzon on a fine performance
after the concert oa May 16.
Published by and for students at Ocean City High
Band travels
toN.Y.
Ocean City High School
band members recently went
to New York City to see the
ihnW'Eubie."
On May 23 'the group of
musicians, colorguard, and
majorettes with chaperones
Warren Miller, James
Piuvtno, and Virginia Mulford
left Ocean City to go to the.
Ambassador Theatre. }
After arrival, the students'
separated into groups to eat
lunch, see the sights, or shop,
until they met back at the
theatre.
"Eubie" is a musical
review of the work by lyridst
and composer Eubie Blake. It
included many jazz and blues
arrangements with both
rin g 1 nfl and rfanrfng. The
musical, presented by Ashton
Springer, lasted about two
hours.
The students then left New
York and returned to Ocean
City about 8 o'clock that
evening.
One student commented,
"The show was really great.
We all had a very good tune."
TALKTOME
Talk to me! Let me know how Talk to Me! It's not a conyou
i^eji ^rti'tnffn*
At least try to convince me 1b reveal your emotions,
that this relationship is reaL About the times we've spent
Talk to me! I can't read your Talk to me! Like you
Turn over your thoughts and
promised yog would.
Dant leave me out in the cold
It'll prove you're no good.
So talk to me! And rn talk to
you
This mess can be straightened
out.
The real you easier to find.
Talk to Me! This time from
your heart
And if there's nothing there
forme . ' «• But it's gonna take two.
Then it's time for us to part.
UsTyrreU
Music groups hold awards presentation program
On Tuesday, May 22, an
instrumental music awards
presentation was held in the
cafeteria of Ocean City High
School.
At this time, all members of
the band, majorettes and
colorguard were recognized
for their hard work and
participation throughout the
-school year.
• The evening started off with
the stage band playing a
number of selections.
: Afterwards, Kathy Mc-
Cormick, adviser for the
majorette*, began the awards
presentation. Stick pins were
given to those girls who had
wen on the majorette squad
CONFESSIONS OF A
PLANET HEAD
Poetry corner
" fral(L
Girl hoopsters honored
BILLOWS
Published by the Publications Club of Ocean
City High School. Ocean City. NJ.
Member of Columbia Scholastic Press
Association
Co-Editors: Sharon Stiles and Joanne Farrell
Co-Photographic Editors: Doug Mason and
GwenSeidel '
Contributing Staff: Penni Jones, Stephanie
Shereby, Irene Madara, Marlene Hodgdon
Staff Adviser
Mr. Joseph Bonner
for one year, and a varsity awarded a trophy. Three little gifts to show the band's to the outstanding marching President, Nun Blyler; vice
letter was given to those who larger trophys were awarded appreciation of Mr. Miller's band soloist, went to Jeff president, Lester Lippmcott;
had been on the squad for two to Mary Ellen FrankowsU, dedication and hardwork. Morris. Next was the Out- secretary, Nancy Vanderpool,
years. She presented Mary silk squad leader; Jackie Mr. Miller then began bis standing Section • Squad fpj\ historian, f^'Tl* Peek.
Lou Newsome with a trophy Slusher, rifle squad leader, presentation of awards. He iLeader Certificate which He then proceeded with the
for her two years of and Anna Siviy, colorguard started with the freshman and went to Virginia Feairhdkr. special awards. The Arion
dedication to the squad as captain. Anna was also given sophomores who each The Director's Award,, Award, which goes to those
majorette captain. The newa
sterling silver whistle for received a pin. The juniors which goes to the most Juniors declaring music as
majorette captain was an- her dedication as captain. received a certificate, a pin, promising' pg . their profession, was awarded "Locking Gas Caps." With
nounced to be Sharon Stiles. Mrs. Mulford then an- and a varsity letter. The was presented to David to David Nkkerson, Diane : rationing well on the way,
Next, Ginny Mulford nounced the new captain and seniors were awarded with a : Lautenschlager. A certificate, Wood, and Nancy Vanderpool. K i is a phrase that you'll be
presented the members of the new squad leaders for next pin, a certificate and a desk trophy, and charm was then Nlckerson also received the bearing more.
colorguard with awards. The year. They are: Lynne Kib- piece.
awarded to the field conOrchestra
Award.
A small enterprising group
American squad, which blehouse, colorguard captain; Ten special awards were ducter, Dona Ellis. Concert
of businessmen will soon be
consists of freshmen, was Yvonne Tomlin and Heather then presented to those who awards were given to Jeff
rising in fumes and wealth.
given medallions. Those who Campbell, «>ifc squad leaders, deserved them. The first wasMorris,
Dona Qhs, Joseph
These people are part of "K ft
have been on the rifle and silk and Pennl Jones, rifle squad' the All-Amerlcan Band Monxo, and Anne Sweeney.,
K Gas Caps Ine.'
squad for one year were given leader.
Certificates which went to At this time Mr. Miller took
stick pins; for two years they Jeff Morris and Dona Ellis David Nlckerson and Nina a minute to thanfr this year's
received a varsity letter, and presented Warren Miller, BMer. "The 'Marine Corps officers and announce next
for three years they wereband
director, with several Youth Certificate, which goes year's officers. They will be:
r they will, these cape will sell
like crazy. They have been
selling stock and already
prices have gone from $8 to
154 a share, and split twice.
H * H gas caps was started
but H was bought out quickly
byKetKlastweek.KeVKnow
Ted Klepac has a monopoly on gas caps
and Hans Kennon started and they have a total in-
buying locking gas caps ventory of 4,110 cases of
several months ago and when locking gas capft
penpl* start stealing gas. and
when we talk. On Wednesday, May 16, V^a^$ tmm. She also
_, .M..H Sometimes I feel as if I could members of the Ocean City
Those attending the dinner
were Lisa PogUo, Courtney
Vanderslice, Moey Barr,
Brlnkman, Margie
Kim Pranklui,
Sandy ~
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Boosters elect offi&*s (
5?'SSL^fSL^wSS "• .•"«• *« the rifle
recenUy. Newofncen elected are being made for tbeentire
lor next year are president, band front for next fan.
Robert Lauteaalager; vice
president, Dick Ellis; -.
The last two awards were secretary, Marian Town, and i.2rS^ tt J? ai * 1 """njartoa"
the Louis Armstrong Award, treasurer, Carol Labance. w aonated IUQ to the band
which goes to the oDtctandins! This year has been a busy ** * nev oylon marchbui
" •, and the John year tor the band boosters ' * '
b £°«« "odd Uk» to
all of the reeidents for
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No more tint innings
. ByKENFARRELL
Hary Ann Calise and her
stater, Kathy, had two hits
and two RBIs each in the third
, faming to break open a dose
ft ball game, Kim Tripiano then
: ^ held PleasantvUle to two
more runs, in the final four
inntags as the Ocean City
girls' softball team blasted
ki
girls' softball team wins three games in a row
the Greyhounds 20-8.
In that third inning, every
Raider scored as Ocean City
errupted for 11 runs on trine
hits and unproved its record
to S-ll. Tripiano advanced her
personal record to 5-8.
PleasantyUle took a 6-4 lead
with two runs in the top of the
toirdinning.Kim Franklin led
off the bottomofthe third with
'• MoMbyTamWilltaim
' Raider softball Coach Sandy Corson has watched
her team improve down the stretch. It took
three straight in the past week.
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ONE DAY SERVICE
a walk. After Sue DeForrest
singled, Mary Ann Calise
smacked her first hit of the.
game, a single that scored
Franklin. Sister Kathy hit a
base-clearing triple later in
the inning to knock in both
Iripiano and Murphy. After
batting around. Mary Ann Wildwood Catholic. The
Calise singled to knock in her Raiders took the first game
second run of the inning. 10-7 and the second 94.
In the first game, Jill
In a rare doubleheader. Murphy went a perfect four-
Ocean Citjwon its third game for-four with one RBI while
in a row with a sweep of ah Kathy Calise and Karen
afternoon double header with Chattin both added four RBIs.
The Ocean Recreation girls' Softball team after win over Wildwood
Crest.
Recreation news
Robby Prinz and Michael
Cipriano played excellent
games, with Cipriano hitting
the goal post on three different
occasions, but he could
not get the ball in the goiuV
Hurst Travel also played in
Dennisville., but the results
were a little batter. Hurst
played to a tie with the
Tigers. Tom Lanchoney and>
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SOCCER
Charley McCardeU both is sponsoring a canoe trip on
The Astros of Dennlsvflle responded well to theFriday,
June 22. The trip will
handed the Waves their first pressure put on by the Tigers. take place on the Wading
loss of the season in the McCardeU saved two floats River in Batata Any student
recreation department's with his aggressive defense between grades eight and 12
spring soccer league last and Lanchoney had an out- are invited to participate. The
Wednesday, with the final standing game at both ends of bus will leave at 8:30a.m. and
score being 2-1.
the field. Special credit goes return at approximately
Dominic Iannace was theto
John Skogland, who played 3p.m.
goal scorer for the Waves, but goalie. Skogland had many
one goal just was not enough. saves that might well have
ALMOST ANYTHING
Without the help of inner been the game-winning goals
GOES
Michael Allegretto, the Waves for the Tigers.
The Third Annual "Almost
Anything Goes" sponsored by
offensive surge was limited. The Jetties played what the recreation department
Allegretto injured his thumb might have been their best will be held on Saturday June
in last week's game and had game of the season on Wed- 2at 2 p.m. There will be seven
not fully recovered for the nesday. The Jetties were teams participating. The
contest with the Astros. pitted against the Reccos of teams will -be each of the
Stone Harbor and they sited classes from 7th grade to 12th
up very well. The Reccos are grade and the combination of
currently in second place in St. Augustine's 7th and 8th
the Cape May County Soccer grades.
League and area strong, wefldlscTpllned
team;
For information on sports
and activities call the
The final score was 4-3 with recreation department at 399the
Jetties being on the short 6111, ext. 288.
Jamie McElgln scored all
three goals for the Ocean City
team^Be' was assisted on two
of the goals by Tim Glyipas,
Dan Hoover and Billy Bowen
had good games in the midfield,
while BUI McGinnis and
Dorann Fogllo held the
defense together. The Jetties
are 2-2-1 an the season with
five games remaining to play.
JUNIOR HIGH
GIRLS WIN
Ocean City Recreation
Department's team won
Wednesday night over
Brigantine 7-6. Lisa Pfdffer's
double with bases fun in
fourth inning proved to be the
game-winning hit. Sandra
Reeves was. the winning
pitcher giving up eight hits
along the way. Sandra is 1-1
on the season. The defense
played well turning three
double plays in the seveninning
game. Jackie Me-
OefMahd produced the last
one with two on in the top of
the seventh to nail the win.
The team is coached by Mike
Allegretto and Barb Hensil of
the Ocean City Recreation
Department.
CANOE TRIP
The recreation department
RECEIVES DEGREE
Gary A. Heubel, son of Mr.
and Mrs. Edgar A. Heubel of
Collingswood and this city,
was awarded a doctor of
optometry degree from the
Pennsylvania College of
Optometry, a four-year
professional college, on May
20.
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