Columbus East High School - Altis Yearbook (Columbus, IN)

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Teachers turn to part-time work Marcy wanders the store aisles in desperation, thumbing through clothes racks in search of the perfect outfit for her date with Fred. She covers every aisle at least twice, until after one hour of frenzied shopping she finds what she came for. When Marcy finally goes to the counter to pay for her outfit, she is surprised to learn that the saleslady is also her English teacher. Although Marcy is fictional her teacher's situation is very real. The number of teachers who have part-work in addition to teaching during the day is rising. It is now common to see teachers working at department stores or managing small businesses after the last bell ends the school day. The part-time jobs teachers hold are sometimes creative or unusual. Frank Hughes, head of the science department, spends two nights each week and every other weekend working for the National Guard. A Brigadier General (one star) and assistant division commander of the 38th infantry (Indianapolis), Hughes originally entered the National Guard after the Army because he wanted to continue flying while teaching. While being in the National Guard has helped him relate science to his students, it sometimes conflicts with his teaching time. A lot of times I have to miss school and get a substitute teacher. When I come back, the kids will complain because she didn't teach like I do, Hughes said. Many times a teacher's part-time job consists of what he is most familiar with teaching. Jim Haro, Spanish teacher, instructs swim classes at Southside for adults, while Vic Fields, head of the Television Department, has given classes in speech and public speaking at IUPUI for the last six years. Teachers who get part-time jobs usually have a family to support. I think it's obvious that teachers aren't there for the money — they're there because they enjoy what they do or they like to see kids learn, Hughes said. by Jeni Bell During an Aduli Education swim class at Southside Elementary, Jim Haro encourages his swimmers to do their best. Haro has taught swim classes for twelve years and was once a coach for Southside. Boredom brings about activity Inevitably, everyone experiences boredom at one time or another. Glancing around the room in English class on reading day may be the first lesson in boredom prevention. Someone may be seen counting ceiling tiles and taking a general inventory of the room while others write notes. From experience room 332 has 22 student desks, one teacher desk, two chalk boards, one clock, one trash can, and two posters. Some take the easy inactive way out by taking a 45 minute afternoon nap. An afternoon nap could be quite useful to those who have yet to recover from Christmas break sleeping schedules. One may even use a portion of that noodle like structure inside ones head when boredom hits. Imagine actually thinking at school. I start staring at the wall and shut the teacher out. Pretty soon I start thinking of a song I'd like to hear, Glen McQueen, junior, said. I imagine myself at college. I try to think of what it will be like, Wanda Flaherty, senior, said. With age and responsibility comes the ability to occupy a mind in times of boredom. It's difficult to get bored when you're a teacher. (History classes) don’t have much in class study time. My students will tell you I whistle. I sing to them and talk while they're taking a test, Jim Nay, history teacher, said. I honestly can't think of a time I haven't had papers to grade or a short book or novel to read, Ken Murphy, English teacher, said. Thus we learn the real reason loads of homework are assigned every evening. Perhaps it should be kept in mind that the longer an assignment, the better boredom prevention. The next short essay assignment turned in shall be bound with a cover. by Teresa King Fta turts M ini -mag 21

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 Modeling requires patience and Every girl imagines herself at some point in her life as a model. She sees the beautiful women on television dramas and commercials. Models are chosen not only for looks but Several young women want to pursue a career in modeling. All have some experience either by attending a modeling school or by modeling at area stores. These women include Seniors Angie King and Shari Yeley, Sophomore Nikki Thomas, Seniors Natalie Carr and Angela Stewart. personal evaluation, interviews, and self-interest Each girl gives her own reasons for pursuing interests in modeling. I basically started modeling to learn poise and grace, Senior Angie King said. Others join to gain self-confidence, communication skills, and personal development. Each girl is given a choice how she would like to model. She can focus on close-ups of the facial features or the runway, which portrays the entire body. Instructors are hired to teach the girls the basics of wardrobe, grooming, a proper walk, make-up, and hair. In addition they are taught the fundamentals of communication, speech, and appearance for photo shoots and TV commercials. Age and height do not alter a girl's chance to become a model. Her age can range from seven to fifty years old, and some determination agencies offer a petite elite group for smaller women. Many girls enjoy the experiences they gain from modeling. I enjoy modeling because it is an excuse to let loose and do something I like, Senior Natalie Carr said. Other advantages include the people you meet and the accomplishment of self-confidence. All in all, fun seems to be the most popular experience associated with modeling. Modeling includes its fair share of cost. Twenty classes of training cost me over $1000, Carr replied. Money is just another requirement for modeling. Each of the girls find modeling a valuable experience because it gives them a goal to strive for. They seek to find the best for their inner and outer self, but enjoy themselves at the same time. by Alicia Newton Skipping school is a battle Earlier this morning my alarm buzzed, awakening me. My hand shot out of the comfort of my sheets, and slammed into the clock. I'm not going to school. School reminds me of boot camp-they both stink. With that I shut my eyes and again fell into the comfort of sleep. I was jolted out of my doze by a bright light. Oh no! Spotlights! I slowly opened my eyes to see the image of my mother's face. She wasn't my mother this morning, though-she was the general of the opposing forces. She wanted die impossible- she wanted me to go to school. I shut my eyes and groaned as my mother said Get up, you have school. I'm sick. Sure you are. Get up, the General said as she left the room. I stumbled out of bed toward the kitchen, thinking up a new excuse. I reached the battlefield and took a seat General—uh,Mom—my stomach hurts, I feel hot, and I think I'm gonna’ puke... With weapon ready, the General whipped out a thermometer and shoved it in my mouth. Ah ha! The thermometer, that could be my way out. I ran to the barracks, taking the thermometer out of my mouth and placing it on the lightbulb. I watched the mercury rise . to 100.8 and pulled it off. Perfect. I made my way back to the batdefield. The General walked up to me and pulled the thermometer out of my mouth. She looked at it, looked at me, and felt my head. You are sick. I almost smiled, but caught myself. Go back to bed, Mom said. I slowly crept out of the battlefield, smiling to myself. Again, another war won. by Mark Bowlby

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 Students participate in ISTEP At Southside auditorium, H. Dean Evana, State Superintendant, talks about Prime Time, ISTEP, and the Governor's A+ Program. With pencils scratching madly against paper and an occasional groan, East students went through three days of ISTEP testing March 1-3. As part of the Governor's A+ Program, students in grades K-3,6,8,9, and 11 were required to participate in the ISTEP testing program. However, the Bartholomew County School Corporation took this one step further by including sophomores and seniors in the testing process for diagnostic purposes. Called the guts of the A+ program by Dr. Steve Grimes, policy analyst, ISTEP (Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress) is an extended effort to identify what students in Indiana need to know. A four-step process the ISTEP testing program covered basic skills in math and language arts through the CAT (California Achievement Tests), an Indiana-based supplement of this test, a writing sample from each student, and the Cognitive Abilities Tests. Elementary and middle school students failing the tests were required to complete summer school and retake them before passing to the next grade level. However, high school students were only reminded that the ISTEP scores would remain a part of their permanent records and were encouraged to do their best. by Jeni Bell Expressing discontent about the problems between the administration and teachers, Harold Welsh, industrial arts teacher, protests in front of the school. Teachers carried picket signs to help keep the public informed on the contract negotiations. Teachers work toward new contract wt r st Teachers worked without a contract for a month before contract negotiations ended on Sunday, Sept 27. The final negotiation leading to a settlement between the Bartholomew County School Corporation (BCSC) and the Columbus Educators Association (CEA) lasted 40 hours straight. In May of '87 teachers proposed a 12% raise for one year. The School Board offered smaller raises over a period of several years. Throughout the remaining summer months both groups continued talks. Negotiations stopped on Aug. 6, when CEA declared impasse. Richard Rubin, a state-appointed mediator, entered in the talks on Aug. 8. The remainder of the month provided no further settlement between the two. In early September, CEA proposed a two-year increased salary of 9.5% and 7% respectively. BCSC gave its firm offer at 4% for one year. On Sept. 10, the majority of teachers in the corporation said yes to a strike if necessary. This action lead to picketing before school hours to inform the public of negotiation standings. Teachers also picketed several School Board members' homes. Janet Land, an appointed fact-finder, conducted a hearing between the administration and teachers in mid- September. Negotiations resumed on Sept. 24. Land added Gil Weihe as a second mediator, who was added to provide both administration and teachers with a representative for the remainder of the talks. A three year contract was agreed upon on Oct. 6. The first year teachers received a 4% raise. The second called for an additional 6.8% raise and 2 1 2 work days. The third year, 2 1 2 work days will be added and a 7% raise will be given. by Lora Emerson