Charles O Dickerson Journalism Staff Update
The COD News reports a staffing change within the journalism department led by Charles O Dickerson. Key roles are shifting as the staff reorganizes to enhance coverage and editorial workflow.
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Newspaper
Free Press
Location
Trumansburg, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1972
Page
21
The COD News reports a staffing change within the journalism department led by Charles O Dickerson. Key roles are shifting as the staff reorganizes to enhance coverage and editorial workflow.
An editorial voices frustration at the Charles C. Dickerson High School Student Council in Trumansburg New York. It laments the abandonment of parliamentary procedure and accuses the President of silencing dissent while claiming democratic progress.
The C C D News staff begins the new year with nineteen members led by editor Nancy Ehrhart and assistant editor Jim Parker. Ron Tubbs continues covering sports while writers include Dave Joseph and others. Judy Kenierski leads as head typist with Sally Parker and Valerie Simmons assisting. Faculty advisor is Mrs. Snow.
Several students critique the council as ineffective, apathetic, or self serving. They note few programs, limited communication, and a narrow leadership base. A few defend the council or cite reforms like three meeting rule to widen membership.
Questions Anonymous notes that parliamentary procedure was removed by the council this year leaving the student body underrepresented. A freshman observes that committees are dominated by upperclassmen and voices of underclassmen are silenced as four members discuss issues.
The music department reports growth with a new girls chorus expanded to 16 members. Rehearsals occur weeknights. The Band Boosters met October 17 with 10 attendees to plan fundraisers and newsletters. Upcoming events include Veterans Day parade on November 12 in Ithaca and a Thanksgiving Service on November 22 at the Baptist Church, plus football halftime shows on November 10 weather permitting.
Inquiries reveal mixed views on the new Senior Junior English option with calls for more course variety. The ski club elected Jeff Jordan president and Sue Stoughton secretary treasurer, planning bake sales and a car wash to fund a Vermont trip, with Mrs. Zimmerman leading the group to Greek Peak weekly.
Mrs DeVerna joins Trumansburg Central School as girls P E teacher bringing a masters in P E from Cortland Community College. She aims to form intramural teams and leverages support from the Teen Council during Homecoming Weekend.
On Friday November 3 fourth graders heard Mrs. Arnold Tolles from the Tompkins County League of Women Voters explain the basic structure of National State and County governments. She covered the political party system and how a person is selected to run for office as the class studies the upcoming Presidential election.
The piece discusses student court use to address skipping and disorderly conduct and questions about student and staff routines. It includes quotes about lined hallways and equal time, plus reasons for gym tests and English course changes.
A lively, gossip filled note recounts a Friday scene with a Hollywood scout rumor, Elly May Clampett style outfits, a Virginian style showdown, and a RCA week at Bert Scofield's. It mentions Gerri Wilkins celebrating a Friday birthday on October 21 and a playful Pin the Laurel Leaf on Caesar during Mrs Giroux's 21st birthday.
Charles O Dickerson High School through its Student Council sponsors Lin Cheg Hsiu an eleven year old in Taiwan. They send him monthly funds aiding his future prospects and daily life. Lin attends Primary School and has average grades. He helps at home and attends Sunday School. He enjoys ball games and dreams of helping his community someday.
Juniors and seniors give free period tutoring to elementary pupils at TCS. They assist with reading and spelling, gaining teaching experience. Teachers say the program provides invaluable individualized help and boosts students’ progress. Initiated by Mrs. Ehrhart, now led by Dr. Lester Burns.
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