The Independent-News, Volume 119, Number 37, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 27 January 1994 — Page 1

The Independent-News

VOLUME 119; NUMBER 37

JOHN GLENN SCHOOL BOARD MINUTES January 18, 1994 Regular Session CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The Board of School Trustees of the John Glenn School Corporation met in regular session on January 18. 1994 at 7:30 p.m. in the John Glenn High School. Dan Patrick. Shirley Anderson, Janice Ryan, Gene Knowlton and Nilas Miller were present. Tom McCormick arrived late and Rob Keck was absent. The School Board, superintendent and approximately 11 observers began the meeting with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The School Board minutes for the January 4, 1994 regular session and executive session were approved bv unanimous concent. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS -1 through 76 A motion was made by Gene Knowlton, seconded by Shirley Anderson, to approve claims numbered 1 through 76. Following questions by the Board, the motion was approved by a five to zero vote. PATRON RESPONSE 1. Jeff Johnson Jeff Johnson presented information to the School Board to consider when making decisions on bus replacement. The information included safety as well as financial factors to be considered. He also presented information as to the percentage of registered voters who voted in the last School Board election, percentage of votes by the elected Board members, and the relationship of the votes to the population of the community. Written reports from Mr. Johnson are on file with the Board minutes. RECOGNITIONS John Glenn High School, Urey Middle School, and North Liberty Elementary School qualified for incentive award funds because of improvements in one or more of the following: language arts, math. ISTEP and attendance. North Liberty received 53.166.11, Urey Middle School received $1,970.23. and John Glenn High School received $3,0"'8 67. The schools are to be congratulated for qualifying for the Indiana School Improvement Award. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approve the Resignation of Gene Reese as Assistant Baseball Coach at John Glenn High School Effective January 12. 1994 A motion was made by Gene Knowlton, seconded by Dan Patrick, to approve the resignation of Gene Reese as Assistant Baseball Coach at John Glenn High School effective January 12. 1994. The motion was approved by a five to zero vote. 2. Appointments a. Gordon Hartsell, Sth Grade B-Team Giris Basketball Coach. Walkerton Elementary School b. John Huffman. 6th Grade A-Team Girls Basketball Caoch. Walkerton Elementary School c. Doug Smith, 6th Grade B Team Girls Basketball Coach. Walkerton Elementary School d. Kim Huzienga, 7th & Bth Grade B-Team Girls Basketball Coach A motion was made by Gene Knowlton, seconded by Nilas Mil(continued on Page 12

J.G. Academic Team Is Second In Sectional On Saturday the John Glenn Academic Decathlon Team competed in the Sectionals at Kankakee Valley. The team performed very well capturing second place in the small school division. The team consisted of eight students in three divisions based on GPA. In the “A" division Chris Mattix took first place in Fire Arts Social Studies; 2nd in Literature; 3rd in Speech, Interview, Economics, Science, Math; and was awarded the number 1 student overall. Becca VanWechel earned first in Speech; second in Essay; third in Literature. In the "B" division Amy Arnett was awarded second in Speech, Essay; third in Literature. In the "B” division Amy Arnett was awarded second in Speech. Fine Arts, Economics, Science; third in Social Studies; and was the number 3 student overall. Doug Shoue captured first in Social Studies; 2nd in Fine Arts, Science. Beth Thomas earned first in Interview. In the “C” division Dennis Metz took Ist in Math; 2nd in Science, Social Studies; third in Economics. Kim Pinckert earned 3rd in Math. This team wishes to thank all the teachers at John Glenn High School for preparing them so well. The team hopes to qualify for the State Competition which is held February 11th and 12th in Indianapolis. LADY FALCONS TO OPEN PLAY IN SECTIONAL The John Glenn Lady Falcons will open play in the 1994 La Ville Girls Sectional Basketball Tourney as they will meet South Bend Washington on Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. This will be the third year in a row the Glenn girls have squared off against the Panthers in the LaVille meet. The six team tourney will continue Tuesday night with the host LaVille team meeting New Prairie. On Thursday night, at 6:00 p.m., the Ply mouth girls will meet South Bend Riley with the Tuesday night w inners then squaring off at ’3O to determine the two participants in the Saturday championship game, which will be played at 7:30 p.m. The LaVille winner will advance the following Saturday to Elkhart where the LaVille winner will play the North Wood winner in the second game at 12:30. This will follow the Mishawaka and Concord winners in the first game that day at 11:00 am. These winners play that night and the overall Elkhart regional winner will travel to Fort Wayne the following Saturday. Tickets will be on sale at the door and are $4.00 per session or s’.oo for the all tournament ticket. NOTICE The North Liberty and Walkerton area Florida reunion will be held on Tuesday, February 8, this year at the Sebring Elks Cub. Sebnng. Florida The cost will be $8.50 per person. The Cub will be open at 1100 am . for visiting Lunch will be served at 1215. Reservations are necessary. Call Lowell “Curly" Hartsell. 813-385-0281. or Edna Kerchaert. 813-465-0763.

WALKERTON. INDIANA 46574 THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 1994

COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 4:30 p.m. — Oregon-Davis boys 7th and Bth grade basketball teams to host Argos. 6:15 p.m. — Glenn girls basketball teams host St. Joseph in regular season finale. 6:30 p.m. — John Glenn freshman basketball team to visit Plymouth. 6:30 p.m. — Oregon-Davis girls varsity basketball teams end regular season hosting Knox. 7:00 p.m. — Walkerton Business & Professional Women to meet at the Rebekah Lodge Hall. FIRDAY, JANUARY 28 6:30 p.m. — John Glenn Falcons basketball teams to host Jimtown. 6:30 p.m. — Oregon-Davis boys basketball teams to visit Bremen. SATURDAY, JANUARY 29 10:00 a.m. — Wrestling Sectional at LaPorte with John Glenn competing. 6:30 p.m. — John Glenn boys basketball teams to visit Bremen for Northern State Conference action. 7:00 p.m. — Oregon-Davis boys basketball teams to visit Boone Grove. MONDAY, JANUARY 31 5:30 p.m. — Oregon-Davis boys Sth & 6th grade basketball teams to travel to Washington Twp. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 5:00 p.m. — Oregon-Davis boys 7th & Bth grade basketball teams to visit LeMans Academy . 6:00 p.m. — John Glenn girls basketball team to play South Bend Washington in the opening game of the LaVille Sectional Tournament. 7 00 p.m. — John Glenn School Board of Trustees to meet at North Liberty School. 7:30 p.m. — LaVille and New Prairie to meet in the second game of the girls basketball sectional. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 7:00 p.m. — North Liberty Town Council to meet. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3 6:00 p.m. — Plymouth and South Bend Riley to meet in girls sectional at LaVille. 7:30 p.m. — Tuesday night's winners will meet in the semifinal round of the girls LaVille sectional tourney. BENEFIT HAM & BEANS SUPPER FEBRUARY S IN NORTH LIBERTY A benefit Ham and Bean Supper for the North Liberty Ambulance and Fire Services will be held on Saturday, February 5, 1994, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the North Liberty Community Center Price of tickets are: adults, $3.50 and children $2.50. The price includes ham and beans, cornbread, dessert and beverage. Hot dogs and chips will also be available. This event is being co-sponsored by the Greene Township and North Liberty Lions Clubs. Tickets may be purchased from any Lion member, at the Liberty Drugs and Emporium, or the Ist Source Bank in North Liberty. TOWN OF WALKERTON TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR TOWN SUPERINTENDENT The Town of Walkerton is taking applications for the position of Town Superintendent. Job description and applications can be picked up at the clerk-treasurer's office Monday - Friday from 8:00 a m - 4:00 p.m.

Cathy VanDuyne Is Chosen J.G. Teacher Os Year The John Glenn School Corporation announces the selection of Cathy VanDuyne, Music/Computer teacher at North Liberty Elementary School, as the Corporation's 1993 Teacher of the Year. Mrs. VanDuyne will be honored at a reception at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 26. Also being honored at the reception will be individual building Teachers of the Year and retiring employees. The Teacher of the Year for Urey Middle School is Lisa Cox; John Glenn High School Teacher of the Year is Mary Jo Cox; and Carol Huffstetter is the Walkerton Elementary School Teacher of the Year. Retiring employees are Gene Bailey, Social Studies teacher at John Glenn High School; Judy New. Gifted/Talented Coordinator and Teacher at Walkerton Elementary School; Ina Belle Fitzgerald, custodian at John Glenn High School; and Harold O'Connor, custodian at North Liberty Elementary School. Mrs. Cathy VanDuyne is a very competent and knowledgeable music teacher who actively involves her students in class through a hands-on approach to instruction and the use of a variety of medium. Her students have demonstrated their musical success through participation in solo and ensemble contests, along with participation in Circle the State with Song and Indiana All-State Honor Choirs. Mrs. VanDuyne has a caring and thoughtful manner toward the students and in turn enjoys an excellent rapport with her students. Mrs. VanDuyne has been a leader in bringing technology to North Liberty Elementary School. Along with implementation of technology in the instruction of music, she has shared her knowledge with colleagues through individual and group in-service training. John Glenn School Corporation is fortunate to have such a dedicated and talented teacher as Mrs. Van Duyne who exemplifies the good qualities held by all the fine teachers in the John Glenn School Corporation. A Teacher of the Year Committee selected Mrs. Cathy VanDuyne from the four building level Teachers of the Year. A portfolio of information will be compiled during the remainder of the school year for submission to the Indiana State Teacher of the Year competition for 1994 PORK CHOP DINNER The Junior Parents After Prom Committee of Oregon-Davis will sponsor a Pork Chop Dinner on Friday, February 4, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. at the high school. The menu will also include a pork chop sandwich, or the dinner with potato salad, baked beans, dessert and drink. Carry-outs will be available. Proceeds will be used for the After Prom Party at Oregon Davis. The dinner price is $5.00 and $3.50 for the pork chop sandwich. FAN BUS FOR BREMEN GAME SATURDAY NIGHT The fan bus for the boys basketball game at Bremen on Saturday, January 29. will leave North Liberty at 5.15 p.m. and Glenn at 5:30. The cost to ride the fan bus is SI.OO for adults and students.

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FALCONS EDGE C.M.A. FOR 81-COONTY TITLE The John Glenn Falcons on Monday night made a little history as the senior dominated squad of coach Gordon Mosson won their eighth Bi-County Tourney title. A 55-53 victory over the Culver Military Academy Eagles gave the Falcons their record eighth title, breaking the tie they held with Bremen, a first round victim in this year's clash. It also was the fifth title under the guidance of Gordon Mosson. which ties him for the most coaching wins with the former Argos mentor. Phil Weybright. who had the Argos powerhouses of the late 70 s and very early 80 s. The victory was Glenn's 12th of the Season in 14 starts. Losses have been to two teams that were ranked when they defeated Glenn. South Bend Gay in the season opening Shootout at Notre Dame, and Plymouth in the Holiday Cassie Tourney. And there is little rest for the Falcons at this time as they will play two key Northern State Conference games this weekend which could put the lid on that title should they win both matches with Jimtown and Bremen. Although heavily favored in this title game, the Falcons had their hands full, thanks to a couple of varying reasons. First of all. Jayson Kincaid, the leading scorer at the time and one of the senior trio that dominates the scoring for Glenn, missed the contest due to the flu bug which just hit on Monday. The second reason was Mitch Henderson. CM As standout, who is an exceptional athlete and a player who has scored over 1,000 points in his high school career. He almost single-handed kept the Eagles within range and fittingly so. hit a three-pointer for the last points of the game to make it a final tw o point margin of victory. The Eagles did gain the early lead in this game. Jumping to a quick 6-1 lead before things really settled down, behind the leadership of Henderson they held this lead until shortly before halftime It varied at different points, the Eagles leading 15-12 after one quarter, and enjoying their largest lead at 26-19 well into the second stanza Henderson had seven points in the first period to pace the Eagles while Nathan Lichtenbarger had three baskets for the Falcons m the first stanza After assuming their largest lead at 2b-19, the Eagles then felt the sting of the Falcon defense and the effects of their offensive potential as coach Mosson s crew made a big 18-2 run that earned well into the third period This boosted Glenn to their largest lead of the night, a 3’-28 lead before the Eagles countered with three three-point goals. This outside shooting was a weapon well used by both teams as this was instrumental in Glenn s big run that started in the second quarter. In the middle of this run, Glenn held the lead by one, 29-28. at halftime, only to get the first eight points of the second half The pesky CMA team got back tn the game and stayed close the rest of the way. They cut Glenn’s lead to a single point. 44-43 early m the final stanza, but Toby Gardner and Jason Groves steadied the Falcons down and Glenn added enough free throws late in the contest to hold on for the win Gard(continued on Page 12)