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Page 2 High Life Volume LV, Number 5 February 14, 1986 News GHS teachers rewarded Mrs.' Carolyn Eller photo by Will Sykes and Mr. William McKinney by Mark Neerman Grimsley’s chemistry teacher William McKinney has won the outstanding chemistry teacher award for the second time. The award ceremony' was held on January 15 at the Radisson Hotel in High Point. The awards, which are presented by the American Chemical Society, were handed out by Governor Jim Martin. McKinney’s nomination makes him eligible to compete for the National Konant Bryant Award in 1986 through 1988. The award was decided by the teachers per formance record, performance of students, and the activities that the teacher is involved in. The central North Carolina sec tion of the ACS also won the outstanding section award for the seventh time. Never before has one region won so many times. In an interview McKinney stressed the importance of the ACS, saying it is the largest pro fessional organization geared toward scientists both in and out of the classroom. They help students through programs such as project SEED, which assists students with financial problems in getting a head start in a lab and also through scholarships. Next years move of the ninth grade to Grimsley will mean many changes.' In preparation Carolyn Eller has been appointed the new co-chairman of the English department. Eller says she, along with Richard Smith, will try to provide “a service to teachers in the English depart ment to make it run smoother and to organize problems so they can be solved more easily.” She goes on to say she looks forward to taking on a greater school responsibility. Hi I.Q. tries to regain championship by Mark Neerman Tomorrow Grimsley will once again attempt to regain the title of Hi I.Q. champions. Forty teams from high schools across the Piedmont will compete for honors on February 15. The event is sponsored by the Greensboro Youth Council and the Greensboro Jaycees who provide the moderator. Chairman, David Herr, a GHS student, says “Super Saturday” winners go on to com pete in the finals which may be viewed on WGHP-TV, High Point. Herr adds that the eligibili ty requirements vary from school to school, but all contestants must be seniors. At Grimsley, tryouts are done by sample matches in which those who answer the most ques tions become team members. The GHS team consists of Matt Kelly, Robert Corbett, Scott Burgin, Eugene Naughton and Spencer Lin. In preparation for all Hi I.Q., students from Greensboro’s four high schools participate in the Academic Challenge program. The program at Grimsley is coached by Bert Whisnant who is assisted by coach Larry Williams. The Grimsley team won a com petition at Dudley on Dec. 14. The 11th grade team was part of a three-way tie. The members of the sophomore winning team were Colin Moran, Lee Canipe, Rick Whipple, Mary Anne Walter, Lisa Harrington, and Karim Allah. The juniors con sisted of Randy Pierce, Doug Gibson, Mike Tipton, Steve Wilson, Jimmy Bartis, and Ethan Coltfetter. Many of the competitors in the Academic Challenge program do plan to go on to the Hi. I.Q. Bowl. Lisa Harrington says, “I plan to try out next year in the hope of making the Hi I.Q. team. photo by Will Sykes Hi I.Q. team practicing hard. by Elizabeth Cross Pre-Registration of course selections for the nineteen eighty- six eighty seven school year will begin here at Grimsley, late in February. Students are advised to examine all their options before choosing courses. Graduation requirements are the first thing to be considered in planning high school courses. A total of twenty credits (in various areas of study) must be earned by students who entered the tenth Students plan the year ahead grade in 1985-86 school year or before. Post-graduation plans are also an important factor, students planning to go straight to work after high school should take ad vantage of courses that teach oc cupational skills, which should be helpful in finding a job. Those who plan to enter a university or other institute of higher learning should take into account admis sion requirements, which vary from one school to another. Band heads for Bahamas by Maureen Musgrove Cindy Gay Music, two pools, a sauna, whirlpool, volleyball court, skeet shooting and lots of sun will ac company the band as they sail to the Bahamas aboard the S.S. Galileo. This 700 foot cruise ship which accomodates over 1,000 passengers will put members of Grimsley’s jazz band, concert band and flag corps in luxury. On April 10th the band will take a bus to Miami, Florida where they will board the ship for their destination - Nassau Bahamas. They will have one full day and two nights to indulge in the various activities offered on board and pig out on the never en ding supply of enticing food. On the second night out the musi cians will be treated to a once in a life time event - a full view of Halley’s Comet. On the third day the group will go ashore in Nassaufo^on^ful^a^^he^ they will soak in the rays on the beaches of the Bahamas. One the 13 th they will reluctantly make their return to Miami and take the bus back to Greensboro. The band raised a portion of the funds for the trip from their an nual cheese and sausage sale. All together $20,000 was earned and the difference in cost was provid ed partly by the band members and the band boosters. Individual costs for each students varied depending on the amount of money they earned during the cheese and sausage sale. After raising the funds band directors Ed Rooker, Forrest Munden, and James Decker made plans for this once in a lifetime trip. Parents and band boosters also helped coordinate the trip to make it all possible. Thus, in the midst of what are surely sub-freezing temperatures, the band members have its sights set on a place not far away as they shop for bathing suits and sun tan oil. College-bound students have the opportunity to take advanced placement (AP) courses. Such courses are designed to prepare students for taking the College Board examination for which col lege credit may be earned. A committee within the school selects interested students based on academic potential in achievements. Students in terested should go to their counselors and teachers to discuss the program and for answers to any questions they might have. In addition to the AP program, Grimsley offers courses that provide a challenge to students in all levels to study. Students in the Greensboro City School System are given the op portunity to take advantage of special courses offered by Weaver Education Center. Many of these courses, such as Data Processing, Electronic Music, and Auto Mechanics, provide hands-on experience which can be used upon entering the job market. The center also features classes in a variety of special in terest areas. These include: Marine Science, Dance, Plants and Landscaping, Astronomy, Carpentry, Television Program ming and Production, Aerospace Technology, and many more. Students should look at new course opportunities here at Grimsley before entering the registration process, which should be complete on April 22. Hamilton fatally stabbed Reginald Hamilton, 18, a member of the senior class, was fatally stabbed at 11:05 p.m. February 4. The incident took place at 900 Highland Avenue. Derrick Williams, 16 of 1641 Woodridge Ave, has been ar rested and charged with the kill ing. As of this writing, Williams was being held without bond in the Guilford County Detention Center. Details of the events leading to the fatal wounding of Hamilton were not available prior to press time. According to Mrs. Coble, Hamilton’s C.O.E. teacher,” he was full of life, a good friend, and always willing to help. He had a winning smile and was always anxious to cheer you if you need ed it,” added Mrs. Coble. Hamilton is the third member of the senior class to meet with a violent death. Keith Brown was also stabbed in early fall and George Harris died in January as a result of a beating while being held temporarily in the Guilford County jail. A BEAUTIFUL CAREER CAN BE YOURS AT GATE CITY BEAUTY COLLEGE. Our trained professionals offer the finest instruction in hair care and design. Send in information below to receive free brochures on a GATE CITY BEAU TY COLLEGE education. 2001 E. Wendover Ave. Name Address_ City State Phone _Greensboro, N.C. 27406 _or call 272-2966 .Zip_ _Yr. H.S. Grad._
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