James Madison High School - Prospectus Yearbook (San Diego, CA)

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Solving World Problems I t's the annual conference that makes it all worth- while said Debbie Simmons. Model U.N. is mostly working in international affairs. After dividing into delegations, members of the Model United Nations began organizing committees to form resolutions on this year's topic: Strengthening International Secu- rity and Peace Keeping . We have to write policy statements to show how our country feels about every- thing! , said Kim Manning of the Cyprus delegation. In addition to a lot of individual work. Special Sessions were held to help the delegates review their resolu- tions. The Annual Conference was held on March 18, 19, and 20 at San Diego State University. During the as- sembly the countries deliberated and compromised amidst bizarre clothing and occasional assasinations. 1. Speech Club: FRONT ROW R Weiss, L.Buddc. SECOND ROW: K.Manning, S.lshihara, S.Robilotta; THIRD ROW: J. O'Conner, M.Thompson, D.Kittlc, J.Jones, Mr. Steinmetz, Ad- visor, J.Hirtler, A.Wright. 2. Dave Kittle searches for facts during debate. 3. Cary Alpert presents his rebuttal. 4. Joe Hirtler, President, reviews the flow sheet. 5. Mr. Sutton, discusses Yemen's economic policy. 6. Model U.N.: FRONT ROW: S.Bain, P.Finch, f .Duren; SEC- OND ROW: D.Navarrow, J.Nelson, S.Ormsbe. THIRD ROW: I.Bertnick, E.Walson, K.Manning; BACK ROW: C.Comfort, L. Chartier, A.Eckley, I.Hangar, R.Hertz; NOT SHOWN: S.Hall. 7. Andrea Eckley listens to Cyprus delegates. Model United Nations 173

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The Art of Self-Expression We speak in over twenty competitions a year said Susan Robilotta of the Speech Club, and there's more if we make the finals. Mr. Steinmetz is happy with his twenty-one members, but often wishes there was more support. It would be nice if more students were active in the speech arts, said Joe Hirtler, club president. To cover transportation and entry costs, members worked fran- tically to make one thousand corsages and boutonnieres for the Valentine's Day Flower Sale. After a nationwide topic is selected, partners work to gather and research facts for debating the issue. In preparing for National Forensic League Tournaments, members bombard each other with arguments. Speakers are divided into A teams and B teams, according to their ability. Most people join because of the many new friends they make said Andy Wright, and it's good experience to talk in front of so many students. 172 Speech Club

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Alley Cats I t's a blast! It gives me a chance to blow off all my aggression. These were the words of Frank Kaduk as he stepped off the lane after picking up a split. People join the Bowling Club for many reasons. Donna Kuge wanted to meet people, Dennis Edwards joined as a sportsman, to compete. Mike Giacolone considers it something to do. During the year, teams of three compete against each other, then in June they have a roll-off with Claire- mont. For the past few years, Madison has kept the per- petual trophy which is presented to the winner. When asked if he expected the Madison team to win again this year, Mr. Kloska replied, of course I do, I have great confidence in these kids. 174 Bowling Club