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Newspaper

Free Press

Location

Trumansburg, New York, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1972

Page

21

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.

The Student Council Condemned for Chaos and Dictatorship

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.

TCS Jim Parker COD News C . Charles C. Dickerson High School Trumansburg, New York

C C D News Staff Starts Year With 19 Members

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.

TCS C.C.D Nancy Ehrhart Jim Parker Ron Tubbs Dave Joseph Helen McLallen Kathy Layer Shawn Murphy Med Schreder Debbie Worden Rosie Smith Peggy McEver Mary Helen Smith Kathy Kenny Jo Lovelace Brigid Carver Diane Haight Lisa Fukuda Leesa Somerville Regina Frasier Judy Kenierski Sally Parker Valerie Simmons Mrs. Snow

Student Council Authenticity Questioned by Student Voices

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.

TCS Tom Manheim

Questionable parliamentary reform in student council

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.

TCS

Local School Music Groups Expand Chorus and Band

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.

TCS Blue Merangue Maureen Conklin Jean Hoagland Kathy Sayer Sally Morrison Pat Peabody Linda Soyring Arlene Voorheis Julie Cady Anne James Robin Marsh Margaret Peltz Susan Tubbs Karen Hastings Cathy Northrup Helen McLaren Debbie Worden Prevost Ithaca

Student editorial on new English program and ski club notes

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.

TCS Jeff Jordan Sue Stoughton State Street Ithaca Zimmerman Vermont

New P E Teacher Mrs Susan DeVerna Joins TCS staff

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.

TCS Susan DeVerna Teen Council

Fourth graders hear on government from local league speaker

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.

TCS Arnold Tolles Tompkins County League of Women Voters Tolles

Why should a student court exist at the council

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.

TCS

Nosey Nancy Tries to Describe a Busy Town

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.

Elly May Clampett R.C.A Bert Scofield Gerri Wilkins

Sponsoring Lin Cheg Hsiu From Taiwan By Local School

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.

Charles O. Dickerson Kathy Kenney

Elementary students get help at TCS tutoring program

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.

TCS Ehrhart Lester Burns

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High School Trumansburg, N.Y Nancy Ehrhart and Mrs. DeVerna Priscilla Taylor Liz Smith Helen Werner Dan Ditmars Band Boosters Club Nancy Lueder Geoffrey Hughes Ski Club Doug Elder Bill Woodams Dave Parker Podunk Timerson Sue Zim Chris Roxanne Young Nosey Nancy
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