Santa Claus debate at West Junior High sparks strong views
Students aged 12 to 14 share opinions on teaching Santa Claus as real or mythical. Susan Garyardt supports belief to nurture giving spirit, while Mark Barnes uses Santa as behavior incentive. David Conrad recalls varied family practices and acceptance of myth as harmless or educational. Ursula Barnes highlights younger sister’s curiosity and potential disappointment.
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Don Conrad
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James Barnes
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West Junior High student led Thanksgiving assembly impresses crowd
West Junior High hosted a student produced Thanksgiving program with a 120 member chorale performing A Grateful Heart Sing Out Sweet Land and You Are the Salt of the Earth. Student Council offered What the World Needs Now Is Love. Dr Knox praised the school and visited multiple classes.
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Santa Claus beliefs divide Santa story views from teens
Denise Borel and Kirk Baxter, both 14 and ninth graders, comment on the Santa Claus tradition. Denise sees the story as joyful and giving, while Kirk notes reactions depend on the child and environment. He recalls staying up to see presents and questions how families handle the truth.
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KU Drama Student Aids SJ Junior Players Night Meeting
KU graduate student Peter Clough helped South Junior High Junior Players with warm ups and improvisations. He has directed three experimental theatre productions and is father of club member Chris Mire.
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LHS Lends Hand In Clothing Drive
Lawrence High students join Kansas University Amas to collect blankets and winter clothing for migrant workers in western Kansas. Senior Rick Sanchez leads with co chairs Robert Mendoza and Art Diaz. Collection ran Tuesday and Wednesday with distribution planned for late Wednesday.
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Semifinalists Named in U S Teen Competition Fort Worth
The Miss Teenage America Pageant announced eight semifinalists for the 1972 title from across the United States. Ohio entrants Deborah Paul Risko and Mary Colleen Fitzpatrick advance, along with contenders from Illinois, Texas, Tennessee, California, Washington, and Arizona. The winner will be crowned Friday on a nationally televised Fort Worth program.
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Deborah Paul Risko
Cleveland
Mary Colleen Fitzpatrick
Lancaster
Columbus
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