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April 1984 Page 6 Chemawa American Students of the Month Earn Recognition Whiteman Named January’s Top Brave Soolook Claims December January Student of the Month JEROME WHITEMAN Jerome Whiteman, a 16 year-old Arapaho from Lander, Wyoming, was chosen January’s Student of the Month. Whiteman, Who holds a 4.0 GPA (straight A’s), attribute? his success in school to studying each night, using the quiet hour, and studying two hours each Sunday. Jerome said it ’s not a matter of being born smart but listening during class time. “ A lot of students have the ability to get good grades if they w ill only listen in class and do the w o rk !! Making the honor roll has entitled Jerome and others to a special honor pass. Witeman says that this has been re a lly nice during the weekdays just to be able to get off campus and go uptown instead of having to wait until the weekends. Reading novels, skiing, playing basketball, working in the student store, and being active in Indian Club are some of his hobbies. Changes that Jerome feels are needed here are changes in attitude of some people who spit out their chew everywhere, destroy school and others’ property and show disrespect to staff and students. Jérome has enjoyed his first year here and first time away from the reservation. Shotridge Earns February’s Honor Honors Rv La Velle Waleker December Student of the Month ROBERT SOOLOOK STUDENT OF THE MONTH: Pauline Napolean receives awards congra tulations and a quick joke from Ed John, vice-principle. Pauline is Che-mawa’s April Student of the Month. February Student of the Month ELAINE SHOTRIDGE Elaine Shotridge, a senior and Tlinket from Alaska, earned honors as February’s top student of the month. She also lead her class by earning the only 4,0 GPA among up perclassmen for second quarter. Shotridge, who maintains an over all GPA of 3.6 says that she has to motivate herself to do a lot of study ing on her own. “ Disciplining myself to complete assignments is really hard. I try and tell myself how much easier it is to get it done early. When I wait until the last minute my grades show it. After, students leave here they have to make it on their own, so we better learn to do it now while we still have some help around,” she said. Shotridge, who came to Chemawa this year from North Eugene High School, said that she experienced prejudice and loneliness in the pub lic schools. There are few Indian students there and “ I felt like an APRIL STUDENT OF THE MONTH: Senior Marrion Garrow didn’t ex pect the. honor of Student of the Month, but was definitely pleased "Kumacke” stopped talking long enough to let Mr. John compliment and present her the highest student award. outcast.” When not studying, Elaine can be found with Monte Munyan working on storytellers, playing softball, vol leyball or basketball. Elaine suggests that students here do' their best and take advan tage of the many opportunities here. Elaine’s parents, who live in Eu gene, are proud of her efforts. “ They have helped me so much by en couraging me and pushing me to stay in school. They helped me with homework, especially math which is something I really like, especially advanced math. As the first high school graduate in her family, Elaine hopes to con tinue her education by attending the University of Oregon majoring in business management. She then hopes to work for her cooporation, Sea Alaska, as a business manager. Robert Soolook was honored as the December Student of the Month. He is an Eskimo from Diomede, Alaska, but was born in Kotzebue. His family lives only two miles from the Soviet border. Before coming to Chemawa Rob e rt attended M t. Edgecume in Sitka. As a first year Chemawa student and away from Alaska for the first tim e Robert encountered many changes in a large city. He likes the mall and says the he has never seen so many stores in one place. Soolook’s hobbies include playing basketball, hunting, fishing, doing Eskimo dances in his village during the special holiday events, and lis tening to music, Robert’s future plans are to go to the University of Alaska in Fair banks. While he does not have a major field of study yet, he would like to also get some vocational training in carpentry. Robert is the second youngest of nine brothers and sisters who are all working in Alaska with his parents. Congratulations on a job well done, Robert! Sixty eight students made second quarter honor roll • with the grade point average of 3.0 ( “ B” average) or better. The students were hon ored for their outstanding efforts during the Chemawa Birthday Cele bration. Honor ro ll students re ceived T-shirts and a honor pass which allows them to check out for off campus privileges throughout the week and weekend. Honor students for the quarter were: Elaine Shotridge, senior, 4.0; Jerome Whiteman, sophmore, 4.0; Carolynn Yazzie, senior, 3.8; Janel Thompson, junior, 3.8; Henry Gog gles, senior, 3.8; Wayne Birdtail, sophmore, 3.8; Janice Gologergen, senior, 3.8; Janet Williams, junior, 3.6; Dawna Calflooking, junior, 3.6; Audrey Jones, junior, 3.6; Gloria Quiver, junior, 3.6; Marion Garrow, senior, 3.6; James Harrison, sqnior, 3.6; Sharon Evans, senior, 3.6; Pa tric ia L ittle w o lf, sophmore, 3.5; Leah Thompson, junior, 3.5; Leland Bearcomesout, senior, 3.5; Daryl Ferguson, se nior, 3.5; Rhonda Geboe, senior, 3.5; Estelle Demon- tiny, senior, 3.5; Vicki Matt, junior, 3.4; Misty Arcand, senior, 3.4; An nette Sw im ptkin, sophmore, 3.4; Crystal Author, sophmore, 3.4; Julie McDonald, junior, 3.4; Guy Ford, senior, 3.4; Scott Winsor, senior, 3.4; Robert Soolook, senior, 3.3; Larry Roberts, junior, 3.3; Mary Kasak, junior, 3.3; Thelma Bergman, junior, 3.3; Daniel Hotch, senior, 3.3; Monte Munyan, senior, 3.3; Pauline Napo leon, jun ior, 3.3; Wendy F arm er, sophmore, 3.3; Genevive Hill, senior, 3.3; Jeanine Wright, junior, 3.3; Shel ly M artinez, ju n io r, 3.3; Dorcus Brown, sophmore, 3.3; Carrie Whit ford, senior, 3.2; Jackie Andrews, junior, 3.2; Corrine Chiefstick, jun ior, 32; Shàron Andy, sophmore, 3.2; Wanda Wells, junior, 3.1;. Richard Bearchild, senior, 3.1; Emmy Claire Bitt, senior, 3.1; Justine Lowery, sophmore, 3.1; Geri LaMere, soph more, 3.1; Leonard Begay, soph more, 3.0; Lana Doney, unior, 3.0; Warren Spencer, junior, 3.0; Robin Marsh, unior, 3.0; Byron Lee, senior, 3.0; Charlotte Bergman, freshman, 3.0; Pauline Peasley, senior, 3.0; JoAnn Lane, senior, 3.0; Casey Fitz patrick, junior, 3.0; Cheryl Oldchief, As an alternative high school Che mawa offers selected students with the opportunity to earn a General Educational Development C ertifi cate (GED) instead of the regular high school diploma. The program, which began sec ond semester, allows students who might otherwise drop out of school completely, the opportunity to earn a GED and therefore go on to col lege or advanced vocational train ing. Students who are participating in the program and who are eligible to graduate with the class of 1984 dur ing the regular graduation ceremo nies are Ron George, Becky Peone, Corrine Chief Stick, Lorraine Wea sel Boy, and Byron Lee. Students who completed the pro gram and earned their GED but who have chosen not to participate in the graduation ceremonies are Linda Tillman and Kevin Adrain. While some employers and col leges do not see a GED as a replace ment for a basic high school educa tion, most do acknowledge the basic skills taught in this program and give these students more opportuni ties than those who have not com pleted high school or GED. Students who are thinking of dropping out, who are close to their twenty-first birthday, and still have more than six credits to earn for a regular diploma, but who are willing to make a committment to this pro gram should see their counselor or Mr. John, academic vice-principal, about this option. AQUARIUS Jan. 21 - Feb. 19 This month you seem to find yourself in need for a bit more freedom. Dc things you’ve been wanting to do for a long time without people holding yoi back. PISCES Feb. 20 - Mar. 20 This is the month for you to really get involved with your work (job, school etc.) You’ll find that in the future it w ill bring good results. ARIES Mar. 21 - Apr. 20 This is the month for you to spend more time thinking about your family members that you haven’t seen for a long time, maybe drop them a few lines to show them you still care or even a phone call would d o !! CANCER June 22 - July 23 Your time has come for you to start getting involved with some kind of sport Get yourself back in shape for your future life whether it ’s to be a dancer basketball player, football player, etc. LEO July 24 - Aug. 23 Trouble is looking for you this month so keep your ears and eyes open for people who want to start trouble. Try to keep yourself away from arguments and bad remarks. Be aw are!! more, 3.0; bnawn tiostier, senior, 3.0; Ezra Goggles, senior, 3.0; Herb Allen, junior, 3.0; Congratulations to these stu dents ! VIRGO Aug. 24 - Sept. 23 This is your month to finally get out and do things you want to do. Go out and have some fun with friends or family members but don’t do things you’ll regret. GED: Another CIS Path to Success By Corrine Chiéf Stick CAPRICORN Dec. 22 - Jan. 20 Luck seems to be on your side this month, in the upcoming weeks you’ll seem to be at the right place at the right time. Take the opportunities wisely that come your way and enjoy the benefits they bring. GEMINI May 22 - June 21 This month the opposite sex has been on your mind. Go out and find a friend to spend some time with it couid lead to a close relationship!!! Students Honored for Academic Achievement senior, 3.0; Natalie Runningwolf, senior, 3.0; Ava McKinny, sophmore, 3.0; Lisa Mahle, sophmore, 3.0; Rich Pitkä, junior, 3.0; Teresa Jacobson, junior, 3.0; Charles Ahkinga, soph- Horoscope TAURUS April 21 - May 21 Lately, you haven’t spent much time with your friends, but this month friendship seems to be important to you so go out and have some fun with your friends!! (Go to the movies, have a party, etc.) , Second Quarter Honor Roll, By Dawna Jo Calf looking r arrow Named Top March Student In order to be accepted into the GED program, students must real ize that much of their efforts will be spent on special sessions, but w ill also divided between regular Che mawa class requirements (usually three-four classes in the mornings). A willingness to complete the GED study sessions and study fo r the tests is crucial. This places much of the responsibility of passing the tests on the shoulders of the student. Many parts are geared for indepen dent study and programmed learn ing. before earning the GED. Each stu dent is given three times to pass the unit tests after which time a six month waiting and study period is required. A fte f passing a ll the sectional tests students are eligible to partici pate in the June graduation exer cises for the regular seniors. They receive a GED certificate instead of the regular Chemawa High School diploma but share in the day’s spe cial honors and ceremonies. For more information students are encouraged to talk it over with their counselors and Mrs. Pepper up in the night lab. They can help! SAGITTARIUS Nov. 23 - Dec. 21 Someone special has stepped into your life and you are tempted to forge everything but that special someone. Just remember that there are a lot o other things in life that are also important! as h? r Usually, said Pepper, when a stu dent has decided upon the GED route .rather than the regular class room for four years he/she has gone through most of the programs and services offered here and so GED becomes a last chance effort. After paying the $12 GED test fee, students decide when they are ready to take the sectional exams. There are six areas that must be passed SCORPIO Oct. 24 - Nov. 22 This month may be a good time to pay more attention to your appearance Someone has been eyeing you so let them know you’re interested and try new fashions of all kinds to impress him or her!, It could be your lucky month! TOP TEN Mrs. Karen Pepper, GED and night lab instructor, requires that all students in the program sign a con tract accepting the time and energy demands and the attendance re quirements. She explained that once students make the committment to be enrolled in the program they must remain in the program or face suspension from the school 24 hours after dropping it. The GED program is divided be tween regular morning sessions and afternoon sessions at Chemeketa Community Colleges where the study sessions and test reviews and GED exams are given. LIBRA Sept. 24 - Oct. 23 . Lately, you’ve been on a fantasy trip and it ’s been hard for you to concen trate on things that need your attention. This is the month that you are going to confront those issues. ■ By Lacy Luton * /J * 1 8k 1 . ■Ml ■ a lB M i « HUNTING FOR whales Daryl Running Rabbit, Becky Peone, and Walter Payne watch whales sui facing for air during a G.E.D. trip. Like other average teei Chemawa students re a lly “ Freak-a-Zoid” and “ Rod every chance they get. Th< enjoy listening to the top 40’s mention break dancing and new steps to the tunes which every week. A poll was recently taken c songs Chemawa students an members liked. Ranking r one was “ Rock I t ” by Herbi cock. The remaining favorite ter 2. 9 “Someone is Watching IV 3. Sharpt Dressed Man” 4. Freak-a-Zoid” 5. I Want a new Drug” 6. Take a Look at Me Nov 7. Girls Just want to have 8. Kiss Me” 9. Hello” 10. Heartbreaker”
