Seniors' luncheon features Latin theme
According to Mrs. Knudsen, the Family and Consumer Science teacher, the best part of preparing for the annual senior citizens' luncheon is watching the students work at all the preparation until they get their recipes exactly right.

New program aims at developing moral character
As most readers probably know, Peacock and the other Itasca schools have started a new program this year, "Character Counts!" Character Counts is a program to help kids perform acts of kindness around school, their homes, and in their community.

Cross country team charges to the finish
Peacock Jr. High hosted a cross country meet at Springbrook Nature Center on Thursday, September 23. This was only the third meet of the season and the Chargers performed excellently.

News for October, 1999

Seniors' luncheon features Latin theme New program aims at developing moral character Science teachers switch classes New Spanish teacher shares enthusiasm for Latino culture Peacock students are bigger, smarter and older? Do you know whose taking your temperature? Learn more about the new eighth grade social studies teacher New seventh graders settle right in New sixth grade students charge their way into Peacock Will anyone beat Mr. Behrendt at chess this year? Physical education is better than ever

Op-Ed for October, 1999

When are the guys going to let the girls participate in sports? Child labor! Kids press charges against teachers (just kidding!) Peacock needs a computer class World AIDS Day essay contest Will "Character Counts!" make a difference at Peacock?

Features for October, 1999

The Dance of a Lifetime Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: a revieww What's the best sound player for your computer? NFL QuarterBack 2000 Fall Instant Messenger is the way to go online

Entertainment for October, 1999

The road from the woods: the making of The Blair Witch Project Is Adam Sandler getting soft? Top Six Movies MTV awards offered few surprises Bring a blanket and pillow to 20th Century Caberat Blue Streak Sixth Sense TLC To Venus and Back - Total Tori: a CD review The MTV Video Music Awards Top Ten Singles Spirit won't disappoint Jewel's fans

Sports for October, 1999

NBA rookies are ready to make their mark Lake Park football, where coaches coach and players play PGA memories Cross country team charges to the finish