Acalanes High School - Aklan Yearbook (Lafayette, CA)

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Center of interest. The Capitol served as a focal point for many of the group ' s activities in Washington. Students spent the better part of two days observing House and Senate sessions and wandering aimlessly throughout the building. You are there. As Liane Hull, Annette Dobbins, Charlie Thompson, Melissa Jacobs and Justin Fox (starring as the American flag) attempt to recreate the World War II conquest of Iwo Jima, Richard Dobbins records their efforts for posterity. Posing as statues became a popular pastime for attention-starved travelers. Moment of silence. The group ' s visit to Arlington National Cemetery included stops at the graves of John and Robert Kennedy and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Dave Richard, Steve Tuemmler and Todd Millick examine the gravestone of a World War II veteran. jfis Clothes Circuit The Store That Saves You 20 ' ' i to50 c on Famous Brand Fashions Shop (mi (jmpau . .. Pleasant Walnut Hill Creek 30 Golt Club Road 120 Petticoat Lar (College Square Center) (behind Uppers 689 7465 OpenMon.-Fri Open Mon. -Wed , Dublin 7216 Regional Stre« (across from Mervyn ' s) 828-5544 OpenMon.-Fri. Congratulations to the Class of 1 981 ! 243 PEOPLE AND EVENTS

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Model Diplomacy, Genuine Memories Historical replay. In the best Washingtonian style, Justin Fox attempts to hurl a quarter across the wide Potomac River. The frigid weather on the morning of the group ' s excursion to Mount Vernon inspired a range of unusual activities among the displaced Californians. The real United Nations, of course, is located in New York City. There, representatives from countries around the world meet to discuss matters of far-reaching international significance. Of less world sig- nificance, perhaps, but tem- porarily of no less importance to those of us who took part in them, were the model United Nations the Foreign Affairs Club participated in through- out the year. Thirteen of us, with advisors Richard Dobbins and Norma Alsterlind, traveled to Wash- ington, D.C., in early February for seven days of sightseeing and four days at Georgetown University ' s North American Invitational Model United Na- tions. In early September, we made our first definite plans to travel to a major eastern con- ference. Three years of hard work and successful fund- raisers including the annual Sports Convention, would ease the financial burden on each person chosen to make the trip, but the total cost was still approximately $600 per student. After we won an award as the Soviet Union at the Santa Clara Valley Model United Na- tions in November, interest in the trip peaked. From 25 stu- dents who expressed a desire to go, we selected the thirteen who would represent the Fed- eral Republic of Germany in the Economic and Social Coun- cil and the German Democratic Republic in the Security Coun- cil in Washington. Those of us selected, Liane Hull, Steve Tuemmler, Todd Millick, Charlie Thompson, Melissa Ja- cobs, Mike Bennett, Joan Chu, Carl Goldberg, Steven Iriki, Dave Richard, John Bennett, Justin Fox, and Richard Vasse, then spent part of the next two months researching the posi- tions and policies of our na- tions and preparing resolutions and speeches. Mr. Dobbins never let us forget that he expected nothing less than our best effort. The conference itself occu- pied four days, and we were in Washington for eleven, so we took advantage of our extra time to visit the traditional Washington sights, to make special trips to Gettysburg, Williamsburg, and Mount Vernon, and to generally enjoy our time in the nation ' s capital. As usual, once the model UN began, we did very well. On the final day of our stay, our Federal Republic of Ger- many won an Outstanding award as one of the top delega- tions among those represented by the 2400 students who at- tended the conference. Later that day, we drove to the Baltimore airport and be- gan our long flight home, by way of Los Angeles. When we finally dragged our bodies off the World Airways plane in Oakland and collected our mountains of luggage, we were exhausted, bleary-eyed, and, as we reflected on our ex- peiences and accomplish- ments, very satisfied. Thin skinned. Accustomed to mild California winters, the group spent much of its time outdoors shivering in spite of warm clothing. Members of the delegation contemplate the warmth that will greet them when they finally enter the White House for their early morning tour. 242 PEOPLE AND EVENTS Exclusive rights. Since they made their trip during February, the group didn ' t have to fight teeming hordes of people at generally popular tourist attractions. Todd Millick, Richard Vasse, Joan Chu, jstin Fox, Mike Bennett, Steve Tuemmler, and Steven Iriki view George Washington ' s tomb at Mount Vernon.

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Artful Endeavors Classes getting you down? Need a break from your everyday routine? Seminarts was the thing for you. Arranged by Mrs. Barbara Whited, this spe- cial course took place at Los Lo- mas on Wednesday nights during the third quarter. It gave over 100 MGM (Mentally Gifted Minor) students a chance to listen to and ask questions of speakers from such fields of the fine arts as writing and painting, as well as to work independently on art related projects of their own. I took Seminarts because it sounded really interesting, explained Jenny Davis. She added, Some of the speakers got too lengthy, but for the most part, they were fascinat- ing — especially the movie critic from KGO radio. Guest speakers were not the only reason for taking the course, however. I enjoyed working on my independent project most of all, Marie Say- lor said. I ' ve always liked dancing, so Kathy Moore and I choreographed and performed a jazz dance. For my project, I put together a photography portfolio, related Dan Lin, I had wanted to learn more about photography for a long time, and this independent project was the perfect chance to do so. Dave Richards summed up his feelings for the class: Seminarts gave us the unique chance to learn more about the arts. It was an outlet for creativ- ity that the school ' s classes just couldn ' t provide. if lb ; Gp L ' Pt » | J Simj REDKEN 283-1059 OAK HILL ROAD, LAFAYETTE Cosmic awareness. John Suzaki requests an autograph from Poul Anderson, science fiction author of The Avatar. After each evening ' s session, students enjoyed conversing with the speaker about his lecture. Questions and answers. Bonnie Duncan composes her answer to a question about the arts. Devised as a unique way of taking roll, a different question was asked at the beginning of each meeting. T — — — f gW Open 1 1 30 am to 9 prn Monday - Saturday Take Out Orders Available 100 LAFAYETTE CIRCLE 284-4948 244 PEOPLE AND EVENTS