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| Features January 2005, Volume 8, No. 3 |
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By: Ashley P.
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| Mr. Travis, director, presents The Peacock Middle School Choir in acknowledgement of well deserved applause after an entertaining number in the All District Choral Concert. Much needed funds were raised by the sale of poinsettia plants that decorated the stage. | |
The next song the choir sang was called Elijah Rock. This was a snappy song with a great beat and was well done. It was a traditional gospel song written by Roger Emerson.
The third song was entitled The Duel. This was about the relationship between a gingham dog and a calico cat. It was based on a poem. It seemed to be a difficult song for the choir, but they did a great job with it.
It’s a Classic followed. It was a song combined with classical music and new lyrics. It was a very interesting piece. It was well preformed by the Peacock Choir.
The fifth piece, Ding Dong, almost sounded like a Hanukkah song, upbeat and interesting.
To complete their holiday program, the Peacock Choir sang We Wish You a Merry Christmas. It was the last song for the Peacock Choir. They did a wonderful job.
The Franzen Choir sang a number of traditional Christmas songs. These included Jingle, Jingle, Jingle Bells, A Seasonal Madrigal, and Happy Winter. They sounded very good.
For the grand finale the choirs of Franzen and Peacock joined together to sing the traditional holiday song, Silent Night. They sang it in American English, German, and American Sign Language. They did an exceptional job that night.
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Holiday Toy Drive Was a Big Success!
by: Marisa G.
The Toy Drive was a big success. Many Peacock students donated toys and games. All of the Advisory teachers had lists of what kids at the Children’s Memorial Hospital wanted for Christmas. The list of children’s ages ranged from infants to teenagers. The organizers of this event were Mrs. Jomarron, Mrs. Laughlin, and Miss Heppeler. They worked very hard so that the sick kids at the hospital could get what they wanted for Christmas. After all the toys were collected, the total was fifteen large boxes filled with donated items. Thanks to all donations, many sick kids had a better Christmas.
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Ask Chief Heher of the Itasca Police
An occasional column by Wayne R.
Why were some police officers here at Peacock before Winter Break?
They were walking around the school talking to teachers and staff.
They have been working with Dr. Nickish on the traffic from band practice and athletics on Tuesday trying to make it safer. There were also a few alarm problems.
What is your opinion of the skate park?
It’s popular with kids and an asset to the community. Everyone obeys the rules. It’s great recreation and exercise.
What kinds of things do the police do all day if they have a desk job?
Quality living, help residents, and help at schools.
What kinds of things do you need to get done around town?
Send other’s in the right direction, and have a team of people do many things.
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