The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 3, Milford, Kosciusko County, 15 January 1986 — Page 7

Community Corner

Ned Speicher: New Wawasee principal stresses education

By MARK HUFFMAN Staff Writer An excerpt from John Jakes’ novel “The Rebels” reads, “What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything it’s value.. .X While it may be historical fiction, Wawasee High School principal Ned Speicher takes the quote to heart, having paid the price to become the school’s chief.

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Speicher survived two searches for a new principal after former principal, Dr. Howard Hull, was appointed as instructional services director. Speicher was selected from among 26 applicants after a second screening, and took over the duties Nov. 4. Warming up to historical fiction after a day of administering and being what he calls an “educational leader,” Speicher enjoys an escape from the everyday world by reading novels from some of his favorite authors; which include Jakes, James Clavell, Ken Follett, and John Edward Jennings. While being the principal of a school may not be as exciting as some of the characters in Speicher’s books, he enjoys the non-fictional role of overseeing a large student body and faculty: “I’m really enjoy -| ing being the principal at Wawasee, we have an outstanding faculty and a lot of quality kids,” he commented In Jakes’ “The Titans?’ Abraham Lincoln is quoted as saying, “We cannot separate. We cannot remove our respective sections from each other.” Speicher adopts the same philosophy for Lakeland area parents, faculty and students. “We have to communicate and get along with each other to make the school a better learning institution,” Speicher said, adding, “The school should be reflective of the community it lives in.” Speicher, who has been a lifetime citizen of that very community, was a product of the Wawasee School Corporation. "I think I got an excellent education, 7 he said, referring to his years as a student of Milford schools. That background afforded him the opportunity to enter college in the education field, receiving a bachelor of science and master’s degree from Manchester College before serving as a teacher for eight years in the Lakeland school district. Was Junior High Principal Speicher also served six years as a principal in Milford before accepting the pest at Wawasee, ad-

Humanly speaking —

Art therapy and mental health

By AL VON ABBOTT, BA Activity Therapist low is art therapy used in men-

LOUISA'S UETTER

Dear Louisa, I have liked this boy for about a week. He says he likes me but I don’t know whether he does or not. He tells me he likes me but he tells everyone else that he doesn’t like me. When I call him he always talks to me but when we go to school he always sits with another girl. Do you think he likes me or not or does he like the other girl? If you were me what would you do? Don’t Know — 111. Answer: From your letter I would assume that this boy is not interested in you but is too polite to tell you so when you call him. If you are sure that he tells others that he does not like you, you are foolish to call him. Action speaks louder than words and the simple fact that he avoids you at school and sits with another girl should make the message to you very clear. Stop calling him and think of

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ROSE FOR FRIENDSHIP —Curt Jordan, program chairman for the Lakeland Kiwanis Club, North Webster, stands wiith J.B. Hoy, right, after a presentation by the president of the Rose For Friendship Society. Hoy, guest speaker at a Monday, Jan. 13, meeting of the Kiwanis, explained the society’s goals and accomplishments. The society has had tremendous support from all who’ve heard of it, including former Governor Otis Bowen, Congressman John Hiler, and many other influential Indiana citizens. Hoy is the founder and current president of this society, which encourages friendship among citizens.

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other friends. Louisa Dear Louisa, Why is it that women who were great friends of mine as long as my husband was alive seem to forget that I am alive since he passed away. The couples we were close to for years were nice to me for a few months and I have returned their invitation but they seem to be gradually dropping me. I certainly am not interested in their husbands but do you think that could be the reason: ? Lonely — 111. Answer: I suppose it is much easier to have couples and not have to find an extra man for dinners and card parties but I can sympathize with ydh There sire widows, however, who are predatory and who give others a bad name. Louisa Address: Louisa, Box 532, Orangeburg, S.C. 29115 ■

ministering at both the elementary and junior high school levels, and completing his administrative specialist degree at Indiana University, Bloomington, during the summer of 1981. However, being a school principal never entered his mind while a Milford student, and, according to Speicher, “I know that the principal I had never imagined I’d become a principal the way I ran around the school.” Nevertheless, Speicher made that principal a believer after his appointment this fall; in fact, that principal (Donn Kesler) is currently serving under Speicher as vice principal of the school and, according to Speicher, their relationship couldn’t be better, “I really respect Donn, we’ve become great friends and we work well together.” Speicher has also worked well with the community, serving on a number of committees and task forces, something that contributed in his being named Milford’s “Citizen of the Year” in 1979. The award is one which Speicher covets, as evidenced by the plaques’ positioning on an office wall, opposite an enlarged photograph of Wrigley Field. A professed Chicago Cubs’ and Bears’ fan, Speicher may have set his historical fiction aside the past few Sundays as he follows the Bears to New Orleans, a historical city in its own right (having been discovered by French settlers in 1718). “I’ve told several of my students that they may not see me for a few weeks if the Bears lose in the Super Bowl,” Speicher said, knowing that his absence from school is about as likely as the Bears chances of losing — which has been rare this year. The Speicher’s home telephone keeps his family reminded of those scarce” hours when he is away from the school. “The phone rings a lot of hours during the night and I don’t get to spend as much time with my family as I’d like, but it’s still worth it,” Speicher, who heads a family of five, commented. Speicher'and hiswife Debbie, who works at the First Natiohal Bank of Milford, are the parents of four children: Dawn (14), Kerri (11), David (8), and Kasee(6). 1 While Dawn is a freshman at Wawasee, Speicher admits that it still affords little added time with her, “She doesn’t look at me as a father while we re at school, but as a principal. ” Educational Role Important While being the principal at Wawasee includes being the disciplinarian, Speicher finds that his educational duties preclude that role. “Improving the education of the school is my main job, while working with the community and students is another important facet,” Speicher said. The Milford native’s relationship with the students is strengthened through his interest in their activities. “I think it’s important for a principal to be seen at the students’ athletic and extracurricular activities and I enjoy being there,” he said.

ting experience or a tribal battle. The pictures tell us a story. Art was the language. It spoke of feelings and portrayed life of the caveman. Patients use art to reveal innermost thoughts, cares, desires, hopes and fantasies. Art is the quiet, nonverbal way to indicate some important happienings in their lives. Sometimes art can be used just to relieve anxiety, to revive a long dormant ability, or to create a first time experience. This experience may be the beginning of restoring a person’s self image. It is a good feeling to make something useful after depression has left one feeling immobilized. Art may be the means of gaining new insights by learning to face present problems, or learning ways to deal with future situations. Poetry, painting, drawing, collages, clay forms, and ceramics are a few of the media used in this healing process. Once a patient expresses, his or her feelings in an art form, it is easier for that person to begin to talk about his or her problems. The patients who come to art therapy may have experienced abuse, abnormal fear, depression, or some other kind of mental anguish. It is our purpose to present art therapy as one of the safest ways to confront and deal with these hurts. Art therapy helps the patient to bring them into focus and to deal with them. It is one important part of a team therapy concept. It is available to help resolve any crisis and to return the patient to a more satisfying life style. Bowen Center provides therapy and counseling services by a well qualified staff of psychiatrists, psychologists and counselors to work with persons with individual or family concerns. Persons may call 1-800-342-5652 or 219-267-7169. Can't jump The only mammal that can’t jump is said to be the elephant.

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“COOPERATION VITAL” — Ned Speicher, Wawasee High School principal, listens to a parent’s ideas during the course of an afternoon. The principal, who entered the post on Nov. 4, has stressed the importance of cooperation between faculty, parents, and students, during his inaugural two months as head of the school. (Photo by. Mark Huffman) A former baseball and basketball player in high school, Speicher also has coached various youth teams, something that has endeared him to many students, as evidenced by the numerous plaques he’s received from former players “wanting to do something” for him. Two years of coaching eighth-grade football is especially memorable to Speicher, who can often be coerced into bragging about the two teams that went undefeated under his guidance. One may wonder if those same kids helped make up this season’s Wawasee football team, extending their winning ways, but Speicher discards such thoughts, “While I wish it were true, none of those kids were on the Wawasee team,” he said, adding, “However, it was nice to get here at a time when the team was doing so well (making it to the state finals), I told the kids that they ‘broke me in’ great.” Having concluded his “breaking in” period, Speicher continues in a role where goals aren’t achieved cheaply and where fiction takes a part in real life.

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RECEIVES FNB AWARD — Jean Rollings, trust officer of the First National Bank of Warsaw, has been awarded the bank’s coveted Golden Dome Award.

She is shown, center, receiving her award from George H. Lenke, Jr., chairman of the board, left; and Neal M. Carlson, president, right.

Rollins receives FNBs Golden Dome Award

Jean Rollings, trust officer of First National Bank of Warsaw, has been awarded the bank’s Golden Dome Award for community service. Since 1975, the Golden Dome Award has been presented annually to the First National Bank employee who has contributed most significantly to the community during the last year. The actual presentation was made at the bank’s Christmas party by bank president, Neal Carlson, who announced “We are recognizing Jean for her efforts on behalf of the Shelter for the Abused, more commonly known as the Beaman Home, Altrusa Club, and as a United Way volunteer. “The Shelter for the Abused is one of those non-glamorous volunteer efforts which require conscientious individuals willing to give their time and talents to the less fortunate. “Jean and other volunteers have succeeded in adding another valuable community service to Kosciusko County. Since that time, other service clubs and individuals have found the organization is dedicated and have assisted them.” Mrs. Rollings has been with the First National Bank of Warsaw for 19 years. Initially, she was a

teller at Claypool, and in 1976, she transferred to the main office and the trust department. In 1978, she was named an assistant trust officer, and in 1983, was made a full trust officer. She is the eleventh First National Bank employee to be recognized with the Golden Dome Award. Prior recipients have been: Richard Snodgrass, 1975; Rebecca White, 1976; Willis E. Alt, Jr., 1977; Gordon Nichols, 1978; John W. Elliott, 1979; Paulene Holderman, 1980; Jerry Hull, 1981; Paul E. Reith, 1982; James J. Nowak, 1983; and Helen L. Nichols, 1984. The Golden Dome Award is posted prominently at the central portion of the First National Bank of Warsaw main office building.

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NEW D ANCE CLUB — Shown are a few of the Heart of Lakes Square Dance Club going through their paces Fr iday evening;, Jan. 10. The club originally started in North Webster but recently moved to Syracuse where it meets every second and fourth Friday of the month from 8-10:30 p.m. at Syracuse Elementary School cafeteria. The club, which will be four years old in February, has a membership of 33 dancers including marrieds, singles, and children. Jerry Davidson, North Manchester, is shown calling the square while Larry Ault of Mentone, is the club cuer for the round dancing. The club welcomes new members. If anyone is interested they can call the club president, Mike Feaster, at 457-5476, or Mrs. Butch (Jackie) Plikeird at 457-3555. (Photo by Linda Musselman)

Silver Thimble club met at church hall

The January meeting of the Silver Thimble club of the Apostolic Christian Church was held at the church hall Monday evening, Jan. 13. Hostesses were Mrs. Tom Speicher and Mrs. Alvin Haab. Mrs. John Martin, Jr., president, opened the meeting. Mrs. Glen Losee and Mrs. Steven Beer were accepted as new members. Roll call was taken by telling of

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the best Christmas gift every received. Mrs. Harold Higginbotham, secretary, gave a report as did Mrs. Speicher, Mrs. Robert Beer, and Mrs. Arthur Haab. Dues were paid and the 1986 books given out by Mrs. Ray Haab. Thank-you notes were read. Comforters were knotted for the March auction. Each one brought an Bxlo note book for school kits. Devotions were given by Mrs. Richard Schlipf. She read “A Vision For The New Year,” from Pulpit Helps. “Take Time To Be Holy” was sung. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Mrs. William Troup and Mrs. Speicher for their December birthdays and to Mrs. Nelson Beer, Mrs. Jesse Beer, Mrs. Alvin Haab, Mrs. Schlipf, and Mrs. Steven Kaiser for their January birthdays. “Happy Anniversary” was sung to Mrs. Higginbotham and Mrs. John Lehman, Jr. The Valentine dinner will be held in February. Lemon dessert, cheese ball,

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