Maur Hill High School - Maurite Yearbook (Atchison, KS)

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Wolters Crowned Tongy Queen Varsity cheerleaders take time for a brief conference. Debbie Wolters is escorted off the floor after be- ing named Queen. Debbie Wolters waits patiently for her crown at Tonganoxie. One of the most anticipated and exciting student events of every year is the annual Tonganoxie Basketball Tournament. In the tournament, eight teams compete for the top spot, as well as a number of trophies, such as Best Pep Section, Up From Under Team, and Best Spectator Section. The tournament, scheduled for Jan. 20-23, was postponed because of poor weather conditions. Each team that attends the tournament elects a queen candidate to represent their school. Debbie Wolters, Academy senior, was nominated the Maur Hill queen candidate. On the final night of the tour- nament, Wolters was crowned queen of the Tonganoxie Tournament. Other honors received included Tom May, Atchison senior, being nam- ed to the All-Tournament Team. Junior Raven basketball team placed fourth in the tournament. The candidates prepare for the judges final decision. B. J. Domann congratulates Queen Wolters. Student Life Tongonoxie Tournament 21

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Academy X-mas Dinner Shows A Change in Tradition The word tradition carries an important meaning to nearly every Academy stu- dent. To them tradition means carrying on such popular customs as freshman initia- tion, class competition in money-raising projects, and the seniority of the up- perclassmen. But, perhaps the most dearly preserved tradition is the annual Christmas dinner. The dinner is a formal affair, with no slacks allowed, and the students are served by the faculty. This year, however, changes in this highly regarded tradition seemed to put the dinner in danger of destruction. These changes included using paper cups instead of the traditional crystal goblets, using paper plates instead of the Academy china plates, and buffet-style serving instead of being served by the faculty. Many students expressed their disappointment and displeasure over this year’s dinner. Academy junior, Martha Van Dyke said “I was very disappointed in this year’s Christmas dinner. I feel that the faculty didn’t put forth enough effort to make the dinner as enjoyable as in years past.” The dinner was held Wednesday, Dec. 16, in the Academy multi-purpose room. The Select Choir entertained the Academy students with Christmas carols during the meal. Other forms of entertainment included a series of games which pitted the classes against each other, and a visit from Santa Claus (Terry Wilson) with a bag full of goodies. Terry Wilson acts out one of his fantasies as Santa Claus. Class presidents compete in an after dinner contest. Susan Adams and Mayuree Cooskul appreciate Mrs. Ostdiek's generous help. Shelley Rawlings stuffs it at the Christmas Dinner. Mona Peabody grins with pleasure after a delicious Christrfias dinner. 20 Student Life Christmas Dinner

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Mash Cash A Smash Students were given the oppor- tunity to enjoy a new type of activity this year. On Saturday, Feb. 6, the school’s first ‘Mash’ Bash was held in the Maur Hill gym. The theme of the dance centered on the popular TV serial M A S H. Students were asked to come dressed up as one of their favorites from the mobile army surgical hospital in the show. The dance was organized by the joint Maur Hill and Academy Student Councils. They developed the theme of the dance and contracted the band in August. Though the dance was not intended to be a profit-making activity, a small profit was made. Door prizes were also given. The 4077 gets down to the sounds of August. Mickey Harris and Traci Morton operate on the dance floor. 22 Student Life Mash Bash