MacArthur High School - Crest Yearbook (Irving, TX)

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Club Unifies for Needy Eric Olson Unifying Spanish classes for a wor- thy cause, the Spanish Club adopted a needy family in Mexico and made contributions throughout the year. Arturo Pen ' o received monthly contributions from the members. Adopted last year by the group, the impoverished Mexican boy also received food and clothing through the club ' s efforts. The organization held numerous bake sales and a car- wash to help finance the young boy. President Okie Ramos commented, Helping Arturo really made me feel good. By giving to him, the club ac- quired more depth— it had something other than just parties and good times. Other officers for the year includ- ed: Vice President Leslie Brown, Secretary Merideth Walker, and Treasurer Elizabeth Jefferson. Spon- sored by Jimmi Melton, these officers led the group through breakfasts and a Spanish-style dinner at Mercado Juarez. As the end of the year ap- proached, the Spanish Club held a picnic along with the other language clubs. Prior to Spring Break, the Spanish Club again joined with the other language clubs to celebrate Foreign Language Week. As part of this even, the clubs decorated the showcase in the main hall with items depicting the various languages taught at MacArthur. Okie Raraes and Anthony Henegar watch as Sponsor Jimmi Melton explains t( Robin Reinhardt the location in Mexico where the Spanish Club ' s adoptive chik lives. pAofo by Scott Collins Cindy Kang, Cathy Thompson. Becky Heffner, Stacey Chatman, Candice Chatman, Dawn Wilharm, Kelly Foster, Elizabeth Jefferson, Lori Hunt, Sonya Estes, Christy Pitts, Dawn Shaf- fer, Humberto Lopez. Jason Renken, Shannon Orman, Kathy Sergeant, Janene Rogers, Shan- non Lanelphoto by Scott Collins In a Spanish class Brock Pratt passes the donation can to collect money to sen to the Spanish Club ' s adoptive child. Candice Chatman and Lori Hunt prepart for the next phase of class after contributing their donations. Adopting the Mex ican child was the major project undertaken by the Spanish Club members dun ing the year. Iphoto by Scott Collins Spanish Club gave me the chance to help someone by giving food and donations to a needy person in Mexico. Robin Reinhardt, Sophomore photo by Melinda Price I had a great time in Latin CLub We had so many ac- tivities that it was hard to keep up with them. Sam Singleton, Sophomore photo by Tommy Clark t f . «. Being fooled by Senior Rusty Hicks ' seemingly innocent gester during the progressive supper, Latiill Club Sponsor Ann Price gets caught by the camera as Senior Jeanine Hartman looks on. This yea! Price celebrated her silver anniversary of teaching— 25 years. Many of those years have been spen teaching Latin at MacArthur and sponsoring the Latin Club. It has been through her efforts that thi: organization has become one of the most active in the school. pAo o by Melinda Price i

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Thespians not only let me show how creative I could be. it let me have fun with my friends as we participated together in the various activities presented by being members of the organization. Scott Ballant, Junior photo by Shawn Brentham was vital to the group as it gave them an idea of how well they were per- forming. p io(o by Shawn Brentham During the first social event of the year, Eric Jensen sits on the stage of the Little Theater and indulges himself in refreshments. The Drama Club felt that with all the work that went on during the year, social events were important. p ioto by Shawn Brentham First Row: Monica Cruepling, Michelle Ballant, Mandy McDaniel, Julie Pryer, Shelly Beeman, Patsy Shields, Sponsor Laura Lee Ingram Second Row: Sona Sproule, Amy Prater, Angel Tucker, Brian Utley, Barbara Lewis, Lisa Appel, Jay Gardner Third Row: Lea Alberts, Heather Armstrong, Gobi Volsh, Steve Goffman, Matt Darr, John Money, Pat Osborne, Eric Jensen, Marc Lewis, Mike Tyneslphoto by Tommy Clark First Row: Mandy McDaniel, Jill Vance, Barbara Lewis, Jennifer McGlure Second Row: Amy Prater, Scott Ballant, Lisa Appel, Brian Utley Third Row: Matt Darr, Sponsor Laura Lee Ingram, Eric Jensen, John Money photo by Lisa LeVrier duties added the prestige factor of being a member. tphoto by Lisa Le Vrier As part of their Thespian activities, John Money and Eric Jensen rehearse their roles in the Drama Club production of The Man Who Came to Dinner. The play had to be postponed for two weeks because of technical difficulties, as well as the director did not feel the cast was ready to perform in front of a paying audience and needed more rehearsal time. pAo(o by Lisa LeVrier Outlook Changed Nicole Morris Out in the cold . . . that ' s how it ' s been for Thes- pians prior to this year, exclaimed Barbara Lewis. This year, however, was different. We changed the outlook of the club. Thespians, an advanced group of dramatists head- ed into a new direction. The club competely chang- ed into an active, hard-working group, Sophomore Brian Utley explained. Thespians made a statement this year by participating in more social events. To be considered for the group, an initiation process was necessary. Ten points had to be earned by perform- ing various tasks such as working back stage, taking part in the annual Haunted House, or performing in one of the Drama Club ' s productions. Having earned their points, students found it to be prestigious to become a member. The Haunted House was held at the Golden Triangle Bowling Alley, and earned money for the organization. Junior Casey White reported, The Haunted House was a good effort, and we were satisfied by the money it brought in. Sponsor Laura Lee Ingram aided the students in organizing the activities— Halloween and Christmas parties. Once a month the club got together for breakfast at a member ' s home to discuss future plans which included car washes and bake sales.

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ana Youngblood models a sombrero as Heather Hellinghausen finishes her range juice during an early morning Spanish Club meeting. As was the case r ' lth most club meetings, discussion of some business was accomplished but the lain event was most always the chance to be with friends and socialize for while. p iofo by Scott CoJIins Frisha Davidson, Jill Herman, and Scott Kimmel partake of dessert at at home of Josh rterbury during the Latin Club ' s annual progressive supper. Since eating seemed to 3e a popular sport among its members, the Latin Club continued with Submarine Sand- wich Day and Baked Potato Day to celebrate Foreign Language Week. pAofo by Tom- Tiy Clark First Row: Richard Deggs, Darin Anderson, Teddye Privitt, Jim Oshel,Jill Herman, Tonya Unger Second Row: Tami Roseberry, Shannon Myers, Jennifer Meese, Christa Yarbrough, Trina Unger, Sharla Derden, Vanessa Eastwood Third Row: James Breeding, Chris Douglas, Josh Arterbury, Fay Barnett. Scott Kimmel Fourth Row: Vincent Jackson, Chris Foster, Todd Paris. John Smithlphoto by Marty Colon Spunk Leads Latin Eric Olson Under the spunky leadership of Ann Price, the Latin Club followed a hectic plan of mon- thly activities throughout the Darcy Robertson keeps track of both the money and the food during a Latin Club bake sale. p iofo by Tommy Clark year. The group began with a Get- Acquainted Party at Crystal ' s. In October, the organization had a Hjilloween costume party at Sam Singleton ' s house. For the month of November, they held an early morning breakfast at IHOP. During the chill of winter, the organization went ice skating. For February, a progressive din- ner was on the agenda. Pedaling their way through March with an annual bike ride, the Latin Club held their banquet in April. Member David Pfaff held the office of State Secretary, a rare honor. At Pfaff s invitation, Latin Clubs from all over Texas gathered at MacArthur for the State Convention. mm Kirsten Krueger, Sharla Derden, Todd Davis, Randy Burke, William Litman, Scott Kimmel, and David Howard try a shirt on for size as they prepare to order their own during a Latin Club meeting. p iofo by Tommy Clark