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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1968
Page
10
A Silsbee High School survey notes a two day school break on March 14 and 15. Fifty percent of SHS students plan to catch up on soap operas and cartoons while others take time off from classes to rest or work around the house.
Trinity University founded 1869 is a coeducational liberal arts institution aligned with the Synod of Texas and a member of major accrediting bodies. It offers bachelor’s degrees in arts science engineering science and music and master’s degrees in arts science and education. Scholarships include Honor and Beneficiary awards plus merit-based Trinity scholarships. enrollment 2,569. tuition 600 per semester, general fee 50, room board 475 per semester. Admissions require 16 secondary school units and SAT and English tests.
On March 12 SHS held an annual mathematics test for about 50 junior and senior students. Sponsored by several organizations, it aims to spark interest with challenging problems and show possible vocational math outcomes. Top scorers from Silsbee High will be named regionally and nationally for awards.
Last week’s spring holiday ended early due to illness. The Who played in Beaumont and reportedly caused some damage. Silsbee Relays are Saturday at the old high school track and Beaumont Coaches’ Baseball Tournament runs Friday through Sunday. District volleyball is underway and the Key Club plans a Dallas trip in two weeks.
Mr. Paul Siebenmann of LCB spoke at our school last Tuesday about the dangers of drugs alcohol and tobacco. He cited specific cases to illustrate the consequences and urged students to avoid substance use.
The Miss Satsuma contestants completed fundraising by collecting pennies nickels and dimes over two and a half weeks. Each girl contributed her total from sales of crafts and baked goods around the school. The winner will be announced in April.
The Tigers suffered an 8-1 loss to the Victor Pirates with a first inning homer giving the lead. Claude Coward pitched until the fifth, then Kenny Gibson finished. Kenny Gibson homered for the Tigers lone run, while Nathan Broussard added two hits in three trips. A rematch with Victor is being sought and a game with Orange is scheduled for Tuesday at 4 30.
Plans for Silsbee High School cheerleader tryouts will be announced soon. Girls sign up the week of March 25 on a posted list in the office. Further details will appear in the Tiger Rag.
Editorial urges individual students at Silsbee High to see their value within the crowded new building. Each student matters to the school program and the overall welfare and success of the school depends on every pupil.
Spring brings vibrant outfits with glamorous floral patterns and psychedelic colors. Girls adopt empire dresses, four inch belts, and knee socks returning to sport fashion. yellow, green, pink, orange, violet and blue color many ensembles. Boys favor plaid or solid pants with turtle neck shirts, blue jeans back in style, plus chukka boots and wingtip styles remain popular.
Student Council MT leads Monday activities on March 25. On Tuesday Latin Club 104 Spanish Club 103 and French Club 111 meet. Wednesday hosts Key Club BKG and Future Teachers 112. Thursday features Youth Council MT and Friday offers Open sessions.
Students in Mrs Hutchins sixth period drama class offer varied views on their recent activities. Some report listening to records while others describe performing scenes and preparing a group presentation. The class explores different approaches to drama through current assignments.
Under Mrs Hutchins guidance students practice pantomimes using singing and movement. They perform for classmates and guests from other rooms and receive constructive criticism after each performance.
Eighteen members of the Silsbee FHA chapter will attend the Area III meeting at the University of Houston on Saturday March 23. Sponsors Mrs Johns Mrs Wolf and Miss Swanzey along with two chapter mothers Mrs Denner Langton and Mrs A F E Roberts will accompany. Ro Jackson the Silsbee Chapter Beau will also attend. The theme is Testing Pad for the Future. General session starts at 9 30 a m.
Chapter representatives were invited to a meal at the new University Student Center around 3 30 p.m. The event marks a milestone as students and staff tour the facility and discuss upcoming activities.
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