Scots Prepare for Holiday 3 y p | Students prepare decorations for the C hristmas extensive Yuletide decorating at Ben Lomond. hisbe House which Weathel the beginning of Deck the halls with boughs of holly, and crepe paper, and tinsel, and bright-colored lights. Set.a beautiful Christmas tree in the middle and mistletoe above the doors. Flock the windows and outline the bulletin boards. And visitors from debate wona der if they’re really in a high. school. . Ben Lomond ‘has..evolved during. the last two weeks. from ' just another high school into a frenzy of holiday: fun.. Of course, we must go to class and we still. have to take tests and listen to lectures and similes and biological eras; but along with the daily. routines there are a few. more. grins, a lot more parties, and tons of presents jamming the lockers, awaiting. their day of distribution, the 23rd.. The Open House began the transformation with hundreds of Christmas ideas being displayed to the public, In the main foyer, carolers sang .and holiday refreshments were served. The Christmas ..tree ..was: decked out. in popcorn chains, an array of lights, bulbs,. and icicles. Merriment is gradually mounting in the spirits of the students. Though we’re a little bit older and supposed to be a‘little wait till Christmas morning arless naive, each of ‘us can a, rives. mas The Highlaiaer ‘staff wishes and a Happy New Year. each of you. a ee Christ- : 19 Chosen as Monitors to Thirty-eight citations were issued during last assembly by Ruskin truant, rowdy, and otherwise misbehaving students boys who have been named to the newly organized monitoring system. Similar to the usher clubs in other schools, the monitoring assemsystem provides ushers at all auditorium doors during blies. In the past, faculty members have had to patrol them. Now the back middle row of seats is reserved for the teachers. Because of the truancy problem, monitors are also assigned to patrol all outside entrances to the building. me A _ After a student receives a citation, he must appear before the Executive Council (of student officers). The punishment for eliffing and rowdiness is 3 per cent off the grade . class normally scheduled during the assembly and no admittance to one Dance Clan. The boys were selected by the Executive Council because of their leadership ability and other qualifications as outstanding students. The boys are Glade Wimmer, president; Jimmie Slater, Mike Garrard, Spencer Peterson, Doug McAllister, Fred Umbrell, Brad Hunter, Gary Nicholas, Brent Glissmeyer, Lee Cassity. PTA Te Discuss Stucient Dress Ben Lomond High School OGDEN, UTAH, FRIDAY DECEMBER 16, 1966. “NUMBER 4 VOLUME 14 LEIF, SHAL | | ‘Students fo Celebrate ‘American 1 Christina >Stay ee a OS Pre re ee Christmas is to be a little different this year for exchange shidents Lief and-Shal. They have expressed their emotions with the following masterpieces: “When the leaves on the calendar are getting few, and friends are sie sud felling how from wandering home: for a they are living, it is quite impossible to prevent your: thoughts while. What you think of is the smell of: new-baked: cookies; of animals being prepared for the Christmas table, and of falling wet and heavy snow while the streets are decorated: in the way you have known since you were a little’kid- ‘You just can’t: get the’ eels of Nena" § s On Back-to-School Night the PTA presidency passed out to coming when things you love so much are missing. the parents a questionnaire conYou have to cheer yourself by thinking of -all.the good |things an American Christmas concerning the PTA program. The tains, and that next year you will be back. in the old again.: You just: think of how parents decided to limit activilucky you have been to get this. experience of seeing how other people like their Christmas. ties to evening meetings or a Christmas is also the right time to feel the good qualities of the Americans. You get to know newsletter. their unique care for their neighbors, their will to understand, their gratefulness and their kind The parents wanted these topics discussed at PTA meetings: trustful hearts. Some of the things I have been planning on “Woing this Christmas are skiing, reading, going college selection and scholarthe interpretation of to parties, visiting relatives, and doing all thin gs a, can’t do while you are busy going to . Forensic teams from Ben Lo- ships, mond, Roy, Weber, Bonneville tests, and students’ dress stand- school.’ SH AL and Ogden met at Ben Lomond ards. The PTA, assisted by Dr. Dear Father Christmas, Tuesday afternoon for a speech Drechsel and Mr. Peters, are meet. I’m a little South African girl, far from home, eee of a white Christmas. Will you ~The events for the competi- sponsoring conferences for the make my dream come true? parents and students to learn tion were Oratory and ExtemI’m longing for Christmas Eve, tn peep + wait aad: see if you are the same Father Christmas about future education. On Janporaneous speaking. that we have at home! Will you Total scoring in the competi- uary 12th, from 7:30 until 9:00 leave my presents under the tion left B.L. a triumphant sec- p. m. the discussions will be tree that night, just like you ond, trailing Ogden High by one on college, Utah schools, and would if I were home? Although point. Individual ratings placed scholarships. The January 26th I’m not’ used to having a stockPeter Gillins a close second in conference will be centered on filled with goodies, you “Can my child ing Orations and Brad Hunter first the question, ‘The “Albonettes: -Ben™ Lomwon’t forget about mine, will succeed in college?” Class competition in’ the anin Extemp. ond’s pep: club, are. busily pre-. you? nual Red. Cross Drive was domparing for our annual Christmas I know that last Christmas. year these girls inated by. the class . of "67 who was late in thanking you for dance. Each won : the: contest with a grand diligently ‘to create ‘a Last Saturday morning, many college-bound Scots took the the gifts that you, Ruddolf, and work total: of $61. 41. The Brankins American College Test (ACT) at Weber State College and other his companions brought me, but Christmas atmosphere and ‘to |finished in second. place with I promise I’ll write this Christ- strengthen ‘the ‘holiday ‘spirit. testing centers in Ogden. $51.25 and Brodies . RG with mas morning, just after openThe test battery, required by most colleges and universities, ing my presents. And Father The dance is scheduled for $20.34. 23. “Babes consisted of two parts—a student profile, designed to measure Christmas, I know it is a lot to Friday, December - Mr. Monaon’s: hom: room docollege and vocational interest, and an academic test. This in- ask of you, but skiing must in Toyland” will reign as the nated the largest amount for cluded tests in English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Natural come with a white Christmas. theme, and beautiful decorations ‘any: single. class -with. $20.64. If you could find a little boy, will complement its message. Sciences. They were -followed:: by Mr. In approximately four weeks, the test results will be sent who has outgrown his skis, and Dancing will begin at 8: 30 Agee’s class who gave. $18. 10. is looking for a little girl to to the school counseling center where students can interpret and last. until 11:00. A. slow | ~The: Red Cross chapter ditheir scores. The results will also go to the student’s top college give them to, I wonder if you'll band. will provide | the music, the -drive. “Reom Red think about me. I pulled out and special. ‘entertainment is rected choices. Most colleges use the scores in granting scholarships. my front tooth while we were planned for intermission. bbe ‘Cross representatives::are preAll seniors who plan to attend any Utah college must take sided: over:-by officers:- -Cheryle singing carols by candlelight, the ACT. The next testing date falls on February 18th. The reg- the other night, and a mouse Dress is’ .semi- formal. Suits. Anderson, president; vice presiistration period for this test began December 12th and will con- brought me 10c all the way from with ties.for the boys. and long: dent, Larry Peterson;..secretary, tinue until January 28th. More information is available in the home. He told me he swam or short dresses for girls. Cor- Georgia Gonzales; and_ publicity _ Manager, Clela Bailey. sages are not appropriate. 3 across the sea with it. guidance center. Two Scots Tops in Forensic Meet DANCE PLANS UNDER FEB. 18 NEXT A.C.T. WAY Ruskins Win Red Cross Drive DATE ay