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STAFF
EDITOR
Brcna Baumann
ASST. EDITOR
John Urbanowicz
ADS AND INDEX
Kim Blankenship
Jennifer Berendt
CLASSES
Misly Bogle
Beth Gillam
Ericka Hoss
CLUBS
Terri Brockman
Rhonda Brookshire
Lisa Hamilton
Jeff Rengert
Angie Shoemaker
Kim Vonderau
STUDENT LIFE
Debbie Strube
Marie Abaya
Colleen Baker
Laurie Boydstun
Yui Choe
Christy Mata
SPORTS
John Urbanowicz
Ruthie Garcia
Joel Marino
Troy Smith
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Cathy Bell
Chris Duplain
Lee Ann McCoy
Peter KufTcl
Glenn Wright
ADVISOR
Cay Osmon
denotes section editor
Alief Elsik
High School
12601 High Star
P.O. Box 68
Alief, Texas 77411
RAMBLINGS VOL. 8CONTENTS
SENIORS 6
Class Pictures 6
Achievements 42
Cum Laude 36
Senior Awards 34
Prom 38
Graduation 46
SPORTS 48
Football 50
Cheerleaders 56
Volleyball 58
Basketball 62
Track Cross Country 72
Swimming 84
Diving 86
Golf 88
Soccer 92
Tennis 96
Baseball 100
STUDENT LIFE 104
Pep Rallies 106
Homecoming 108
Rival Week 112
Powder Puff 114
DRAMA PLAY 116
Feature: Chris Ayres 118
Feature: Performers 119
Parades 120
Feature: Fads
Fashions 122
Feature: Sr. Rings 127
Feature: Young Life 128
Feature: Awards Night 129
Feature: Nightlife 130
Talent Show 132
Slave Sale 134
Feature: Spring Break 136
Feature: Working 138
CLUBS 140
NHS 142
Student Congress 144
French 146
Spanish 147
German 148
Latin 149
Literary Magazine 150
Main Events 151
Computer Science 152
Math 153
Science 154
Jets 155
Revellicrs 156
Band 159
FCA 162
CSU 163
Drama Specch 164
Yearbook 166
Newspaper 168
Photographers 169
Art 170
Ramrollcrs 171
Choir 172
Chess 174
VOCATION 176
CLASSES 194
Juniors 196
Sophomores 202
Freshman 210
Faculty 218
GROUP PICTURES 226
ADS INDEX 264
CLOSING 292
Editor’s Note 294What is ELSIK
Without Us?
The student body is Elsik.
Whether representing or
participating in, we are the
true school. That’s why this
yearbook is not centered
around the school but the
students and the active life we
lead.
by: Brena Baumann
A sorrowful defeat by Stratford at Homecoming 14 to 10.
Who’s he?” asked the basketball fans at the Spring Woods game. C. Duplain photo4
What Is ELSIK Without Us?
Two goals are reflected in our theme MOVING
PICTURES. One is to catch the student body in action.
As you run between and North and South House or stay
till 5 p.m. practicing, you are participating in school.
Spending the day at Surf Side or Sharpstown Mall you
are representing the school. The student body is Elsik.
That’s why this yearbook is not centered around the
school but the students and the active life we lead.
Year after year, paragraphs are written about the
memories that will suddenly become significant in ten
years. Well this may seem trite, but its true that your
yearbook serves a meaningful purpose in the future.
Many people will cherish their’s by the first class
reunion.
Life in high school is like nothing else. You can
remember the experiences, but never relive them.
Someday you will wonder why Ms. Pac Man gobbled
your quarters, what was so great about E.T., who was
Tom Selleck (alias Magnum P.I.), and what attraction
did McDonalds have that brought students there any
time or day of the week.
Elsik is an ever changing environment of learning.
Not just of Shakespeare and binomials, but of life in
general. The student body is so diversified that a wide
variety of life styles can be seen just by walking down
the hall. It’s a difficult task to include everybody and
their interests in one book. Nevertheless, we did try such
a thing in Ramblings ’83. In doing so, we found the only
thing we all had in common was that we attended Alief
Elsik High School during the 1982-1983 year.
by: Bren a BaumannHanging out in the Drama room is dingy Lisa Boulwarc. Junior. C. Bell
photo
Half-time at the Hastings game brought cheers
for the band as they performed "Somewhere
Over the Rainbow."
5Even the cold couldn't stop Senior Kenny Martinez from having a good
time at the Wednesday night hayridc. C. Bell photo
The atrium in North House from upstairs. C. Bell photo
Who says A.P. English can't be fun? C. Bell photo
Senioryear is both the hardest and the best. Much
more effort is required, but no one will say it
wasn’t worth it!
by Bren a Baumann
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Senior Superiority
Seniors are different from typical
underclassmen. Not different as in odd, but as in
unique. Lets face it, after four years of high
school, you’re bound to have those distinct
characteristics of dreaded Senioritis. No matter
how hard you try to avoid it or how far you run
away, it's bound to catch up to you sooner or
later.
To be a Senior, one must have certain
possessions and qualities. For example, your
bookshelves may look more like a Hastings fan's
because they’re done in black and gold. This of
course is the complete library of Cliff Notes
courtesy of any book store and a good part of your
lunch money.
It must be an unofficial rule of AISD
Transportation because you’ll never find a senior
riding the bus. If you are wise enough to think
ahead, you'll start begging Daddy for a car as a
Freshman or go to work as soon as possible to
save for one. If all else fails, cither bum a ride
from the guy down the street or walk.
A really cool Senior is never seen without his
letterjackct and class ring. The only exception is
for the guys. They may let their current girlfriend
wear both no matter how long the jacket is on her
or how many rolls of tape are wrapped around
the ring. For the most part, jackets arc worn year
around and class rings are never taken off.
One thing all Seniors lack is time. Many are
involved in extracurricular activities that take up
afternoons, evening, and weekends. Even more
hold down part time jobs at places like Target and
Minimax. Homework, if done at all, is saved for
the very last part of the day which is after Johnny
Carson. This is a very good reason as to why
Seniors are frequently caught dozing in Brit. Lit.
or Eco.
Taking all aspects into consideration, the
6 SeniorsWarming up for the successful Spring Woods basketball game is Senior Eyeing the camera is Jeff Wilton. C. Hell photo
Steve Budd. C. Duplain photo
Seniors 7It’s hard to define this
common “Senioritis”, but it
seems to hit seniors at some
point in their last year of high
school and some even sooner.
Senioritis affects each senior
differently, and each had his or
her own definition of it. When
asked the question, “What is
it”.
“It’s a time when seniors are
excited about the prom,
graduation, and getting out on
your own.” - Christy Mata
“It’s a time to party before we
have to grow up.” - Rhonda
Miller
“It is a time when everyone is
tired of school and arc ready to
get out on their own.” - Laurie
Boydstun
“It’s a good feeling because
you finally get out of high
school.” - Robert Molloy
“It’s BAD!” - Joe Primo
Some common symptoms and
their causes:
Dashing into school at 8:07 -
Stayed up until 3:00 a.m.
studying for Government test
and couldn't drag yourself out of
bed until 7:45 a.m.
Fixed looks off into space -
Worrying about college:
Where to go, what it takes to get
in, and most importantly, what
to do this weekend.
Stiff “A.P ” Arm -
Caused by carrying too many
A.P. History books at one
time.
Indigestion -
Caused by stuffing that last
“Del Taco” burrito in your
mouth at lunch while running
from your car to class before the
tardy bell rings.
Being an Awesome Senior -
It comes with the territory.
by: Misty Bogle
Adams, Diana
Adams, lz ri
Alfrod, Ernest
AI gaze. Kugenia
AI jure. Olga
Allen. Scott
Allison. Maryjo
Alvim, I,ee
Anderson. Carrie
Anderson, Karen
Arel. Kenneth
Atteberry. Brandy
Avery. Greg
Ayres. Chris
Baker. Colleen
8 ClassesBaker. Debbie
Ball. Kath)
Banning. Craig
Bao. I .an
Barksdale. Wayde
Bales. Renee
Baumann. Brena
Becerra. Mirtha
Becker. Sieve
Bell. Cathy
Bell. IX na
Benis, Cindy
Bennett. Patricia
Bennett. Robert
Berendt. Jennifer
Berney. Cathy
Beury. John
Beyer. Vernon
Bielefeld. I.ynn
Bit . Kenneth
Blakenship. Kim
Blanks. Kim
Bolmanski.
William
Bono, Toni
Bothagcr. Neva
Seniors 9Bounds. Beth
Bowdren. Bonnie
Boydstun. Ixiuric
Boyle. Ixt
Bransford, Henry
Braquct, Ed
Brewer, Kathleen
Bresik. Steve
Brockman. Terri
Broussard. Robert
Brown, Larry
Brown, Maurice
Bryant, Jeff
Bryson, Ken
Budd, Steve
BurRcss. Jay
Burley, Benita
Burrows,
JaVonnie
Burt, Christina
Bush, Ellen
Bush, Sheryl
Bush, Tracey
By water, Andrew
Caldwell, Fred
Campbell, Mindy
10 Classes
Campos, (iiiiii
Cantu. Regina
Carleton, Brett
Casiple. Jocelyn
Castillo, Carol
Cernosek, Michael
Cernosek, Troy
Chae. Mina
Chang. Faith
Chang. Helen
Chang, Suwe
Chiang, Kuang
Chavez. Gloria
Chema, Kevin
Cheng. Alice
Privileged or not
Eating olT campus is con-
sidered a privilege for seniors.
But is it really? Many seniors
have come to realize how hard it
is to leave campus for lunch. “By
the time you drive to
McDonald's, or wherever you
arc going, there is no time to eat
before getting back to school.’’
quoted a senior.
Another disadvantage of this
privilege is underclassmen sneak-
ingout. Most seniors wait forthe
big day that they can leave
campus for lunch, but then they
find out Juniors and un-
derclassmen take advantage of
this privilege also.
Do seniors still consider
eating off campus a privilege?
“I feel that it is a privilege
because you don't have to cat
cafeteria food.” said Laurie
Boydstun.
“It's definitely a privilege,
since all through my
underclassman years I looked
forward to it.’’ said Yui Choc. “If
the underclassmen would wait
until their senior year to take
advantage of this privilege. 1 feel
it would be more meaningful.’’
“It's supposed to be a senior
privilege. A lot of
underclassmen go out so I don't
consider it a senior privilege,’’
said Christy Mata.
by Erika Hoss
Kristi Skinner attacked by mad taco.
Seniors ICbeong. Hoi
Choc. Hwi
Choc, Yui
Chow. Mike
Chunn, Heather
Clark. Dawn
Clark. Sandy
Cole. Terry
Conley. Kathleen
Cortes. Ernest
Craijt. Michelle
Cuevas. Juan
Cuevas. Martin
Daaboul, Ingrid
Damron, David
Darju, Shreyas
Vital Signs
“WeTe the best that ain't no bull, cuz Alicf Elsik Seniors Rule!” D. Adams
photo
‘‘Abra-Abra Cadabra, if you don’t watch out the Seniors will nab
ya!”
“We think Lee is really sweet - Wait til we knock them off their
feet."
‘‘The Bears think they arc 1 at home, but we’re destined for the
Dome.”
‘‘We’re on the ball court not on the law court - the judges can’t help
you now Stratford!”
12 ClassesDaws, Paula
Dcbruvn. Elana
DellaPcnna, Nick
Deluke. Allan
Desai, Amit
I)cSou a, Marcelo
DiCesare, Ken
Dimilroff.
Felicia
Dipasupil. Sally
I)i on, Tanya
Drummond.
Theresa
Dulce. Ix rita
Dunaway. Derek
Dunn. Tamiko
DuPlain. Chris
Engel, Usa
Kscobeda, Rachel
Espinosa. Dina
Esquivel, Pauline
Ewing, Greg
Exis, Peter
Eeakes, Ginger
Eernande . Al
Font, I.uis
Fort, Michael
Seniors 13Gaalla, Arun
Gamble, Graham
Garcia, Ruthie
Garner, Trace)'
Garr, Eric
Garrett, Mike
Gibson. Robert
Gicsbrecht.
Wilbert
Gilbert. Ix ri
Go, Tony
Gonyea. Belinda
Gonzales, Ncisy
Gonzales. Renee
Gough, Elizabeth
Grantham. John
Grasso, Angela
Gray, Karen
Green, John
Greer, Shana
Gremmingcr.
Karen
Guidry, Brian
Hail, Staci
Hancock, Mike
Hanks, Glenn
Hanst, Kristen
14 ClassesIlarc. David
Maro, Julius
These arc times of change:
No longer is it considered fun or “cool” to make prank calls or
just wrap houses; now the current craze which is sweeping Alief is
called Nabbin’, and though some take it to extremes which may
involve illegalities, it is really nothing more than an elaborate
version of wrapping houses.
Now the question from those who are momentarily oblivious to
this talent (otherwise known as Beginning Nabbers as opposed to
Experienced Nabbers) arises as to exactly what is Nabbin’?
Nabbin’ involves the “borrowing” of various articles of junk
from around town and placing these objects in the yards of
unsuspecting victims.
New teenage pranks seem to come and go with each generation:
whether or not this current craze will last remains to be seen; yet,
for now, the Nabbers of Alicfcontinuc to nab to their hearts content
- or at least until something better comes along. Many assure you,
however, that will never happen.
by Ruthie Garcia
Harper. Kim
llarrover, Keven
Harrover, I.inda
Hartman. Connie
Hart . Tim
llawkinberry.
Rhonda
Hawkins, Kamela
Hceke, Shawn
Helms. Julie
Hernandez. Cathy
Higginbotham,
Michele
Hill. Diane
Hinson. Quint
llirsch. Kristy
Seniors 15Ho, Huong
Hoang, Kelly
Hoffman. Kcnc
Hoffpauir, Dianne
Holden. Johnny
Holley. Sheila
Hood. Brian
Howell. Lisa
Hrubesh, Chris
Hsiao. Helen
Huber, Karen
Hurosky. Jackie
Hurst. I.auna
Hydo. Barry
Jaramillo. James
Senior Spirit
Throughout their four years supporting
the Elsik Rams, this year’s Senior class
showed enthusiasm which was unmatched
anywhere.
The level of intensity ranged from tears
and anger during dismal football seasons to
one of high energy and cheers of this year’s
season.
The emotions of the senior class were
exhausted due mainly to three losing
football seasons and this year’s
close-but-not-quite trip to the dome.
With their visible support shown by
poster parties, camouflage outfits, cakes and
Nabbin' excursions, the senior class proved
its spirit to be of the highest quality.
by: Ruthie Garcia
Seniors - yeah - stand up and chccr let ’em know you're here. Rams,
Rams, go, go, go! D. Nguyen photo
16 ClassesJasek, Carrie
Jimenez, l isa
John, IaMhi
Johnson. Marion
Johnson, Mike
Jordon, Tamnti
Kalita, Renata
Kalucz. Michael
Kanchi, Gitanjal
Kao, Kim
Keener, Marlene
Kelly, Greg
Kelly, Janice
Kennedy, Barbara
Kite. I.isa
Kleefman, John
Kothari. Manisha
Koutani, Pierre
Kreisner. I.ujean
Kremhs, Rebecca
Kubecka,
Stephanie
Kuc ynski, lorn
Kuffcl, Peter
Kunt , laiwrence
Kuo, Margaret
Seniors 17LaCount. Teresa
I .an. Jenny
I PIante, Wayne
I.aRose, Gave
1 .arson. Kent
lawless. I.ynice
I,awrencc, David
Le, Quoc
lA ar. Dona
I de nia, Kmma
I-ee. W'cn-ChinR
I Aone, Jeffrey
I a is, Don
Ia ftin. Joel
1-onR, Kim
lx ngoria, Gloria
Ix per, Annette
l.orino. Robin
Lovefro. Troy
Lowery, Billy
Lumley, John
I.ut , Michael
Mahoney. Bridget!
Manfre, Julie
Martin. Julie
18 ClassesVarsity veterans
When you think of out-
standing athletes, immediately
two names come to mind:
David Walker and Jeff Bryant.
Both were selected to play
varsity football for their
sophomore year and have now
played varsity for three years.
“When I was chosen to play
varsity football I was excited
and scarccd. It took some
getting used to but the coach
helped me through it,” David
said. He also commented that
his friends didn't treat him any
different. He felt that the
underclassmen who arc moved
up to varsity get some
harrassment, no matter what
sport, but it also gives them a
great opportunity to excel in
that sport.
“I was excited and Nervous
about playing varsity football,”
Jeff said. He commented that
his dad being head coach had
little to do with him playing
varsity his sophomore year. At
that time varsity had several
injuries, and he was called on to
play because of the lack of
personnel for the position.
Both David and Jeff will
continue to be involved in
football. David will be going to
the University of Houston on a
four year scholarship. Jeff will
consider academics as well as
football when he chooses which
athletic scholarship to accept.
by: Christy Mata
Martinez,
Carolina
Martinez, Kenn
Martinez, Oscar
Martz, Jane
Massie. John
Mata. Christy
Mala. Jose
Malhiason, Tony
Mathur. Anjal
Matthews. Susan
Maturan, Johan
McCormick. James
McCoy. I.eeAnn
McCreary. Kyle
McDonald. Kathy
Seniors 19McGaughy, Adde
McGhee. Traci
McMahan, John
Meador, Glenn
Meeks, Karen
Meier, Bry an
Meinecke, Angela
Meyer, Denise
Middaugh, Robert
Milam, Jim
Miller, Rhonda
Miller, Scott
Mills. Tony
Minkel, Jim
Minnick, Janie
Mock, Kathy
Finals make you crazy, here's proof! Sally Dipasupil, Eugenia Algazc and
Mike Chow. Photo C. Bell
No finals!?!
What a relief! After four graduating classes, the
Seniors of '83 received the privilege of final
exemptions. Though this only effects the spring
semester of each graduating class, seniors feel it is a
well-deserved privilege.
In order to avoid taking the final, seniors must have
no more than four absenses and a grade of a “C” or
above. Knowing that they might not have to take a final
exam can relieve much tension and aniexty and make
life just a little bit easier for each senior.
by: Colleen Baker
20 ClassesMolio), Robert
Moryem, Ataul
Moore. Kim
Moore. Mary
Moreno. Oscar
Morgan, Terri
Morrill, Troy
Morille. Pam
Morse. Micheline
Mueller. Pete
Mulford. Marec
Musil. Vivian
Nash. Phaedra
Nr. Daisy
NRhiem. Ho
Nro. Ailan
Nro. To Ix an
Nguyen, Bona
Nguyen, Can
Nguyen. Dzung-Quo
Nguyen, Kim
Nguyen, Yung
Nunez, Marlene
O’Brien. Shonda
O'Donnell. David
Seniors 21Ogle, Brenda
Olliver. Angel
O’Neal, Misty
. Ordonez, Nancy
O'Shaughnevsy.
Debbie
Osorio. Eduard
Oursler, Marcic
Pandya, Himansh
Parks. Ronnie
Partain, Roger
Patel. Jayesh
Patranella. Barney
Patranella. I.isa
Pa v I ice k, Arnold
Peat. Gary
Perry Julia
Peterson, Fred
Peterson. I .eon
Pham, Vicm
Phi I beck, Kenneth
Pickens, tarry
Pina, Klviva
Pina. Miranda
Pittman. Jim
Placette, James
22 ClassesWeekends!
Pardon me, folks. How would you like to play a word association
game? Ifl say '‘black”, you say “white". If I say “blue", you say
"Mighty Rams”. Ifl say “weekend", what would you say?
Robert Molloy, senior, said. “Girlfriend”. Jim Wood fin. junior.
said “Watching College football and parties." Tracy Kagen,
sophomore, just laughed and said. "Sleep". Lynn McLaren, junior,
replied. "Driving around and having fun."
Our next association word will be "school". . . Hey! Wait! Don’t
stop reading. OKAY. OKAY - We’ll stick with weekend. Well, what
do you say? . .
by Beth Gillam
Mindy Campbell. Cindy Bcnis. and Kathy Ball show weekend
identities.Kibble, Michael
Richardson, Lee
Kitchel. John
Robinson, Cheri
Rocha, Tony
Rodgers, Debbie
Rogers, Wayne
Rojas. Amaya
Romero, Jeanette
Romero, Robin
Rose, I eir-Drc
Rolen, Scott
Rothbauer. Andrea
Royster. Richard
Rudder, lx rraine
“In 10 years..
“Married to a rich man.
living in a big house with
sevcral children. "-Sandy
Clark
Til be on the Boston
Celtics scoring 22 poin ts a
game. I'll get married
about 29.99 - Steve Budd
“Living righ t next door to
Sandy Clark, living in a
bigger house.99 - Shonda
O'Brien
“I'll be regional manager
of Shell Oil Co., making a
million dollars a year I'll
have a good looking
wife." - Robert Molloy.
“Run a productive busi-
ness and have my own
fishing show." - Mark
Schindler
“I'll be living in London;
will be a world wide
trading magnate, and be
mega-rich." - Diana
Adams
“I'll be married: have a
couple of children: and
live in River Oaks." -
Mindy Campbell
“Married and playing
professional baseball." -
Chris Tucker
“Very wealthy: own my
own business; and not be
24 ClassesRutherford. Trey
Ruwaldt. I ark
Sala ar. Jennie
Santana. Sylvia
Savely. Tony
Saoud. Sana
Sauer. Star
Scheffer, Kenay
Schindler. Mark
Schmidt, Knrique
Scott. David
Seales. Felicia
Shah. Atul
Shillcr. Brian
Shrout, David
Sinders. Stephen
Sinhe. Neena
Simon. Mairim
Skinner. Kristi
Smith. Carrie
Smith. Chris
Smith. Paul
Snow,Jacquc
Sorley, Karla
Sperling. Howard
Seniors 25Spruce. Joe
Stamm. Eric
Steele. Missi
Stinneford.
Charles
Stokes, I.isa
Stone. Selena
Slrack. Nadine
Stricklen.
Jonathan
Strobe, Debbie
Sturm. Jeff
Swift. John
Taylor. Jerry
Taylor. Justus
Taylor. Susan
Templin, Dale
Terry, Melissa
Thomas. Kari
Thomas, Sherly
Thompson. Bobby
Torres, Noel
Townsend. Darryl
Trabulsi, Victor
Tranum. I.inda
Trasher, Kirk
Truong, Binh
26 ClassesTucker, Chris
Tucker, Jim
Pussy, Elena
Valadez. Pete
Yalderrama. Grace
“In 10 years . . cont.d
married. " - Missi Steele
“I'll be married, with a
happy home and a
prominent business." -
Trey Reed
“I'll be living in a
mansion with a Merccdcz
and a great looking
woman." - Joe Primo
“I plan to be living in
Germany, married to a
rich Italian; be president
of Gummy Bears. I'll
have a Gummy Bear
factory in my backyard.
and a Kermit cement
mixer." - Kristi Skinner
“I'll be living in Hawaii."
- Oscar Moreno
“I should be married with
one small child and I will
ha ve a successful business
career." - Alisa Wise
VanGilder, Susan
Varley. Mark
Villarreal, Belh
Vonderau, Kim
Voss man, John
Wanner, John
Walker. Bob
Walker, David
Walker, Dianna
Wallace, Kevin
Seniors 27Ward, Connie
Ward. Steve
Watt. Ix ri
Watts, Darrin
Watts. David
Weaver, ( ale
Webb. Dexter
Webb. Wrandall
Went , Mike
White, Barbara
White, Sean
Wiener, IX’bbie
Williams. I.inda
Williams, Ixvri
W ills, Mike
Wilson. Wendy
Senior Awards
The same senior awards (Most Bcautiful Handsome, Most Friendly,
Most Athletic, etc.) presented every year to every senior classat every high
school arc strictly tradition; but what do they really tell about the person
receiving the award? When considering the graduating seniors ol 1983,
more personally revealing “awards" come to mind. Here arc just a
few:
Best:
Quarters Players: Steve Budd and Angela Meincckc
Female Mud Wrestlers: Lisa Kite and Gwen Puckett
Demolition Drivers: Mike Johnson and Dcna Bell
Most Likely To: Replace Richard Thomas as John-Boy: Jeff Bryant
Become a Playboy Photographer: Derek Dunaway
Star in The Next Three Stooges Movie: Ken Martinez., Atul Shan.
and Fred Peterson
Host The Wheel Of Fortune: Charles Stinneford and
Lujcan Kreisncr
Replace Brooke As The New Calvin Model: Jay Stricklcn
Become Indy Drivers: Diana Adams and Staci Hail
Do “Fcclin’ 7-Up" commercials: Oscar Moreno and Dexter Webb
Have 9 Kids: Christy Mata
Become Tag-Team Champs Of Houston
Wrestling: Mark Schindler and Nick Della Pena
Headline The Society Page: Jacquc Snow and Kenny DiCcsarc
Carry a Lunchbox To Work: Henry Bransford
Guest Star on Hee-Haw: Mike Garrett and Karen Pollard
Become A Reporter For the Enquirer: Olga Aljure
Beat His Wife: At Fernandez
Beat Her Husband: Missi Steele
Wear White At I'heir Weddings: Kristi Skinner and
Laurie Boydstun
Star In The Broadway Production Of Hair Ruthic Garcia
28 ClassesWilson. Nikita
Wilton. Jeff
Winslow. Holly
Winston. Jeremy
Wise, Alisa
Wood. Anthony
Woodall, Nolan
Woodring, Rene
Woods, Carol
W right, Cynthia
Yee. Anna
Yeyille, Maria
Yi. Mum
Young. Jelisa
Young, Tracy
Seniors 29We made il through these four years together - Jacquc Snow. Angela Meincckc. Cindy Benis.
and Linda Harrover. D. Adams photo
Who said "Three’s a crowd?" • Shonda O’Brien. Christy Mata, and Olga Aljure. L. Bodvstun
photo.
The Beauty and The Beast - Which is which? Joe Primo and Sandy Clark. C. Benis photo
Celebrating her last year of Rcvcllicrs - Senior Colleen
Baker. C. Bell photo
Modeling full Commando Gear is the senior class secretary Diana
Adams. M. Steel photo
30 Classesoing his famous Elephant man impersonations is newspaper editor
llan Dcluke. C. Bell photo
Future Bunnies ham-it-upat Bear Creek Park. Front: Terri Brockman. Kristi Skinner,
and Christy Mata. Standing: I.aurie Bodystun. RuthicGarcia. and Sandy Clark. S. Mail
photo
Notorious food lorer Micheal Garrett is caught in the act. D. Adams photo
Hot shot Senior hoopstcr shows his form. Al
Toto Fernandez. C. DuPlain photo
“Hook 'em Horns'’ - Debbie Strube. C.
Bell photo.
ainera shy Seniors strike again. Shonda
'Bricn. Tamiko Dunn. Staci Hail, Sandy Clark,
lissi Steele, and Angela Meinicke. D. Adams
toto
The three stooges take a wife. Kenny Dicesare. Sandy Clark. Robert
Molloy, Angela Mcinccke. Derek Dunaway, and Shonda O'Brien. D.
Adams photo
Seniors 3132 Classes
“All this and
money too”
Senior class officers Julia Perry,
president; Mike Johnson, vice president;
Missi Steele, secretary and Diana Adams,
treasurer helped contribute to a year of
successful projects. Together they
dedicated much time and effort in
working for the Senior class by planning
many money making projects.
Doughnut and Christmas ornament
sales, selling programs at football games,
and Powder Puff were some of the biggest
fundraisers.
Diana Adamscommcnts, “We had a lot
of help from the people in our class to
achieve our goal for a great prom. We all
appreciated it very much."
Missi adds, “Without class
participation we couldn't have done
it.”
by: Laurie Boyds tun
Missi Steele C. Duplain photo
Julia Perry C. Duplain photoEnd - of - the - year BASH
Neither mud nor flood nor
torrential rain could keep the
seniors of ’83 from partying at the
Schindler ranch on May 21. Laurie
Boydstun, Nick Della Pcnna, and
Mark Schindler threw one
‘hcckuva’’ party.
We Seniors left the driving to
Greyhound as the fun began on the
way to Schulcnburg. Although
nany other drivers were forced to
pull over due to adverse weather
:onditions, the two Greyhounds
fearlessly drove onward loaded
with their passengers who, by the
way, were somewhat ignorant to
the weather conditions outside due
to the partying conditions inside.
frying lo balance herself - Angela Meineckc. C. DuPlain
jhoto
We arrived to find a violent
storm in progress - but as they say,
a little water never hurt
anybody.
Overall, it was a wet morning,
yet by early afternoon the sun
appeared and more fun followed.
People were pushed in the pool
and many were thrown in the lake
where seniors dove and flipped off
a high dive, rowed around in a
boat, or rode “the rapids” in
innertubes. Some played
shuffleboard, putt-putt, and basket-
ball, while others went fishing. But,
the “highlight” of the evening was
the big mixed-doubles tennis
match . Though Steve Budd and
Smiling for (hecamera- Wayne LaPlantcand Kristen Hanst.
S. Schindkr photo
Friends Forever - Mindy Campbell. Cindy Bcnis. and
Christy Mata. D. Schindler photo
Cindy Benis put up a gallant fight,
Derek Dunaway and Stephanie
Kubecka took home the
trophies.
The food was fantastic and the
music was even better. It blared
throughout the party with great
hits like Mark Schindler’s favorite
song “Pussycat”. Why, we even
heard our class song played for the
first and only time this year.
From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the fun
never stopped. Great food, more
beverages, music, activities,
friends, memories - what else
could be expected from the
awesome class of ’83!
by Ruthie Garcia
Pit) ing water basketball - Nick Della Pcnna. Mike Johnson,
and Ken Martinez. C. DuPlain photo
Hosting the party were Mark Schindler. Laurie Boydstun
and Nick Della Penna. J. Della Pcnna Photo
Schindler Party 33Go To The Head Of The Clas:
Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Summa Cum
Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Cum Laude.
Everyone would like to receive these prestigious
awards as they walk across the platform on
graduation night. These seniors are the excellent
students in our school; the academic achievers.
But it’s not as easy as just wanting to graduate
with honors. These students have spent endless
hours reading, writing research papers, and
studying, not to mention the homework, which
they have done enough of in the past four years to
last them a lifetime.
They should be proud of themselves because
they have strived for the A.I.S.D. goal of
“Excellence in Education” and they have reached
that goal.
This year, there were nine Summa Cum Laudes,
eighteen Magna Cum Laudes, and forty-nine Cum
Laudes. In the Senior class, there were 507
students. The Summa Cum Laudes arc the top 1
%, the Magna Cum Laudes are the top 5 % and the
Cum Laudes arc the top 15% of their class. At
graduation ceremonies, each of these students will
be wearing the prestigious chords of their
particular sector of the class.
by Debbie Strubc
Eric Stamm - VALEDICTORIAN, Nancy Ordonez - SALUTATORIAN.
SUMMA CUM LAUDES- Row 1: Helen Chang, Yui Choc, Sally Dipasupil. Row 2: Jeff Bryant, Nancy Ordonez, Atul Shah, E
Stamm.
34 Seniorsf AGNA CUM LAUDES- Row 1: Ailan Ngo, Eugenia Algaze. Anna Yce, Alice Cheng, Gitanjali Kanchi. Kristen Hanst,
herri Zaragoza. Row 2: Karen Grcmminger, Lee Alford, Graham Gamble, Manish Gandhi, Jeff Wilton, T rey Rutherford,
lichael Chow, Karen Gray.
;UM LAUDES- Row 1: Theresa Drummond. Pamela Quach, Howard Sperling. David Hare, Jim Placettc. Row 2: Ingrid
aaboul, Debbie O’Shaughnessy, Felccia Scales, Diana Adams, Kristi Skinner, Loc Vo. Nccna Sinha, Janice Kelly, Pam
lorille, Brena Baumann. Cathy Bell. Row 3: Debbie Strubc, Lisa Howell, Terri Brockman, Missi Steele. Ruthic Garcia.
)cbbic Wiener. Lori Reed, Khiem Ngo, Greg Kelly, Charles Stinneford, Allan Dclukc. Row 4: Chris DuPlain, David
)’Donnell, Anthony Wood. David Watts, Steve Becker, John Lumlcy. Paul Smith, Tommy Choung. John Grantham, Binh
'ruong.
The Few, The Proud
VALEDICTORIAN
Eric Stamm
SALUTATORIAN
Nancy Ordonez
SUMMA CUM LAUDE
Atul Shah
Long Nguyen
Sally Dijxisupil
Faith Chang
Yui Choe
Jeff Bryant
Helen Chang
MAGNA CUM LAUDE
Lee Alford
Eugenia Algaze
Alice Cheng
Michael Chow
Graham Gamble
Manish Gandhi
Karen Gray
Karen Gremminger
Kristen Hanst
Huong Ho
Gitanjali Kanchi
Gaye LaRose
Ailan Ngo
Trey Rutherford
Sana Saoud
Jeff Wilton
Anna Yee
Sherri Zaragoza
CUM LAUDE
Diana Adams
Debbie Baker
Brena Baumann
Steve Becker
Cathy Bell
Terri Brockman
Hoi Cheong
Ingrid Daaboul
Shreyas Darji
Allan Deluke
Theresa Drummond
Chris DuPlain
Ruthie Garcia
John Grantham
David Hare
Lisa Howell
Greg Kelly
Janice Kelly
Lisa Kite
Rebecca Krembs
Peter Kuffel
Yi Shio Kuo
John Lumley
Kyle McCreary
Pam Morille
Khiem Ngo
Can Nguyen
Phuong Nguyen
David ODonnell
Debbie O’Shaugnessy
Jim Placette
Pamela Quach
Lori Reed
Jennie Salazar
Felecia Seales ■
Neena Sinha
Kristi Skinner
Paul Smith
Howard Sperling
Missi Steele
Charles Stinneford
Debbie Strube
Binh Truong
Loc Vo
David Watts
Debbie Wiener
Anthony Wood
Leon Yasay
Karl Yust
Honors 35Adams. Elizabeth: National Honor Society II. 12: Jr. Aeh. 9. Spanish
Club 12: Fellowship of (Tinman Athletes 10. II. 12; Band 9.
Varsity Track 9. 10. II. 12; Cross Country 10. II. Var. 12;
Powder Puff 11. 12; Class Treasurer 9. 10. II. 12.
Adams. Lon- Track 9. lO. Cross Country 9.10: Art Club 12: I rama
Oub 12; Main Event» 12.
Alford. Lee: Spanish Club II; National Men! Commendation;
NEMA winner.
A1tut. Eugenia: Math Oub 9. 12. Literary Outv Magazine 11,12;
Band 9. 10. II. 12; National Honor Society II. 12 Treasurer,
Student Congress 12; Ph sxs Oub 12 Pres; Powder puff 11.12;
1st place "Voices" Poetry Coolest. 5th place Calculus-lee
College. 4th place Comp. Sci.-Lee College.
Aljure. Oita: Blue Battalion 9. Rcvellicrs 10. II. 12; Powder Puff 11.
12; Winter Wonderland 10. II. 12
Allison, Maryso: Band 9; Drama. 10; Revelliers II; Student
Congress (2.
Alvin. Lee: So. Oub 10. Main Events 12; Fr. Oub II; Lai. Oub 12;
Drama 12; Choir 10. II. 12; Dist. Choir II; 1st Div.
Solo Ensembtc 10. Newspaper 9.
Anderson. Came: Choir 10. 11. 12.
Anderson. Karen: Mkt. and Dist, 12 Battalion 9.
Atleberry. Ginger. Pep Squad 9. 10. HOSA Parliamentarian 12:1st
HOSA Arca II; 2nd HOSA Area Par. Procedure; 5th HOSA
Skills Contest.
Avery. Greg: Sp. Oub 12; Football 9; Basketball 10. 11; All Toum.
Var. Basketball
Ayres. Chris Drama 9-12; Thespian Society 10-12; Mam Events
Pres. 12. NFL 12; Best Supporting Actor 10. Best Actor II;
Outstanding Per. Oral Interp. II; Outstanding Per. II; UIL
Ooc-Act Play All-Star Cast ll;UILOnc-Act Play Hon. Mention
12; Most Talented 12.
Baker. Colleen: Battalion 9; Revelliers 10. 11. 12; Student Congress
12; Young Life 10 II. 12; Yearbook 12: Powder Puff II. 12;
"Who's who among American High School Students" II;
Home Rm. Rep. l2; Prom Com. 12.
Ball. Kathy: Battalion 9. Revelliers 10. 11; Cheerleader 12.
Barksdale. Wayde: Spanish Oub 12; Foothall 10.11.12; Powder Puff
12.
Barrett. Tami: Cheerleader 9. 10. Track 9. 10. 11.
Bates. Renee: FrenchOub9,10.1 l-Tres.. l2-Pres,:ScienccOub 10;
Student Congress 12; Literary Mi . 10.11-Sec ; Computer Math
Oub II; Basketball 9.10. Powder Puff II. 12; Main Events II;
Newspaper 12; Physics Oub 12: Speech and Drama 9.10. Speech
Excellence Award 9.
Baumann. Brena: Yearbook 10. 11 -Asst. e L. 12-ed ; Christian
Student Union 9.10. Pres. 11.12; NHS12; Student Congress 12;
Drama and Speech 9. Quill and Scroll 10. II. 12; Powder Puff
12; Cum Laude.
Bell. Dcna: Battalion 9. Revelliers 10. II. 12.
Becker.Steve: NHS 11.12; FCA 11.12; Football9.10.11.12 Varsity.
Basketball 9.
Bell. Cathy; Drama 19. II. 12; NHS II. 12; Quill and Scroll II. 12;
Main Events 12; Physics Oub 12-Sec.; Powder Puff II. 12;
Yearbook and Newspaper Photographer. Dsvmg 9. 10.
Varsity.
Benis. Cindy; Basketball 9. Powder Puff 11.12; Junior Achievement;
Homeroom Rep, 12.
Bennett. Robert: V«a II. 12; Most Outstanding Achievement in
Building Trades.
Bercndt. Jennifer OEA 12: Yearbook staff 12.
Bemey. Cathy: Powder Puff 12; Gymnastics team .
Beury. John: Spanish Oub II. 12; Powder Puff 11. 12.
Beveroth. Anne: Drama Oub 9. 10. I l-Pres. 12; Forensics 9. 10.
Thespians 9. 10. 11. 12; State Forensic Award 9. 10; UIL Best
Actress Zone II.
Beyer. Vernon: Science Oub II; Jets 12.
Bhatl. Manos: Math Oub IO. Jets 10; Physics 10; Baseball 9.
Bit , Ken: Mark, and Dist. 12. Baseball 10. 11.
Blankenship Kim: Revelliers 10.11.(apt 12; Battalion9. Yearbook
AD Section ed. 12; Powder Puff II. 12; Who's Who of HS
Students 11; Winter Wonderland Court 12; Homeroom rep. 11;
Student Con 12.
Bolmanski. William: 1CT II. Trea. 12.
Boogers. Carol: Battalion 9; VOCT 11.12.
Bono, Toni: Marching Band 9. 10. II. 12; Concert Band 9. 10:
Symphoaic Band 11.12; Stage Band 12: Rags 11.12; Division
I Class II So o and Ensemble 11: Division I (lass I Ensemble
Bolhager. Neva: Track 9. 10; Art Oub 9.
Bounds. Beth: CSU IO. Ramrollers 9. Nat. Society Distinguished
Am High School Students 10-12 Dist. Choir II, 12;GirhChoir
Pres. Il7
Boydstun. Laurie: FCA 10-12: Battalion 9. Young life II, 12;
Yearbook 12; Track 9-12; Cheerleader 10-12; Powder Puff II.
12; Class Fav. 10. II; Homecoming Duchess II; Homecoming
Queen 12; Who's Who Among Am. High School Students 12;
Miss EHS 12; Homeroom Rep 11. 12.
DeBruyn. Elana: Choir Club .
Della Penna. Nick; FCA II. 12. Foothall9-12; Baskcthall9. Powder
Puff II. 12; Fdothall Hon Men ; Winter Wonderland Dance
King 12.
Dement. Robin: Volleyhill 9-12; Basketball 9-12; VOE II.
Desai. Amit: Physics Club 12; JETS Oub 12; Indus Arts 12
DeSou a. Marceio: Yearbook II; VICA 12; Jrd Place Dist. En
12.
DiCcsare. Kenneth: DECA 12; Surfing Oub 9-12.
Dillin Bryan: Band 9-12; Tennis 10.11; Powder Puff Blue Bombers
12. State Solo Ensembk 11; 1st Dist. Soto Ememblc 9-10.
Dimitroff. Felicia: CVAE Sec. 12; Jr Aeh II.
Dipasupil. Salty Speech and Drama 10-12 V. Pres 12; Math Oub
9-12 Trcs. 10; Sci Oub 11; NHS 11.12; Most Likely ToSixceed
12.
Dixon. Tanya: Band 9-12; Student Council: Dist Bard 9.10; 1st Div.
Solo Ensemble 12.
Docfcins. Michael: Football 9-12. Soccer 11: Wrestling 11; Swimming
11: Traci II.
Drummond. Theresa: Student Con 12; NHS II. 12; Young Life 12;
Volleyball 9-11 Mgr 11; Baskelball Mp. 9. Powder Puff 11.12;
Rodeo Art 2nd Place 12; Art Award 9 DAR Award 12.
Dura way. Derek: Football 9; Basketball 9-12; Most Spirited II
Dunn. Tamtko: FCA 9-12 Sec. 12; Volleyball 9: Basketball 9-12;
Cross-Country IO-l2;Tr»ei9-l2 Powder Puff II. 12; Basketball
2nd Team All-Dirt. 12; 3rd Team All-Greater Hous. 12. Most
Athletic. 12.
Du Plain. (Tins: Ramrollers II. 12: Yearbook Photographer 10-12;
NaL Merit Schol. Finalist 12; Math Oub 9, Journalism Award
12.
EngelLisa Batulion 9. Revelliers II. 12; NHS 12; Revelliers Sec.
Escobar. Daniel: Soccer 9-11; Basketball 9. Soccer 12.
Escobedo. Rachel: Powder Puff 11. 12; Revelliers Mp. 12.
Espinosa Dina: Band 9. IO. Sp. Oub 9. Volleyball Mgr. II. 12;
Powder Puff II, 12: 1st Race Sola Ensemble.
Exit. Peter, Diversified Sound 12; Art Oub 11. 12.
Fernandez, Ai: Baseball 9. Basketball 9-12.
FJoces. Danny Indus. Arts Oub 12 V. Pres. 12; Football 9. II, 12;
Jr. Homeroom Rep
Folic. Paul: VICA 11. 12; Football 9. Baseball 9. 2nd Place Strut.
Drawing Dist; II; 2nd Place Pipeng Drawing Dist 12.
Fort. Mike: Foothall 9. Mp. 10.
Gaalla Arun: Sci. Oub 11-12; JETS 12.
Gamble. Graham: NHS 12; Powertift Team 9. Beat All Around En
I Outstanding Aeh. Acct. 11; 1st m Class Physics 10.
Gandhi. Mamsh: Fr. Oub 9. Math Oub 10-12. NHS 12.
Garcia. Rulhie: Speech and Drama 9. IO. Revelliers Rep. 11 Pres. 12;
Battalion 9. NHS 12; Young Life 11. 12; Newspaper 12; TARS
II; Yearbook 12; Powder Puff II. 12. Most Spirited 12.
Gainer. Tracey. Band 9-11; Powder Puff 12.
Garrett. Mike: Football 9-12; Baseball 9. IO. Basketball 9. 10.
Gilbert, lori: FHA-HERO Pres. II; HOSA Par 12; Chosr 10-12;
Powder Puff 11. 12; HOSA Par Pro. Award. Drama Oub 9.
Go. Wing Hon Mkt. and Dot. Oub 11.12.
Gonzalez. Neisy Track 9. 11; Powder Puff 11; 12.
Gonyea. Belinda German Oub 10. II.
Grantham. John: Math Oub 12; Sci. Oub 11.12; Speech and Drama
Oub II. 12; NHS 12; Lit. Mag 12; Jr. Aeh 9. Physics Oub 12;
Outstanding Biology Award; NFL; Jr. Aeh. V. Pres.
Grasoo. Angela: Powder Puff 12.
Gray. Karen: NHS 12: Student Con 12; Volley ball 9-12; Bowling 12
Sr. Homeroom Rep.
Green. John: Tennis ; Baseball ; 1a State Tennis Toum
Grcmminger. Karen: NHS II. 12;Swimming9-11; Am. Hist. Award
9.
Guidry. Brian: Art Oub 12. 9.
HaiL Sttci: Sp. Oub 12; Powder Puff II. 12; Swimming 9. 10.
Hanst. Kristen. Student Con 9-12 N HS 12; Battal ion 9. Revelliers
10, 12; Tennis 9.
Hart. David: Math Oub 12; Comp. Oub 12; Physics Oub 12. NHS
12; German Club 10. II; Blue Bombers 12; Beta Oub 9.
Football 12; Soccer 12; School Scrv. Award 9. Re All-Sutc
Band 9.
Hart . Tim. VICA Pres. II; Pres. 12. Football 9.
Heims. Julie: DECA 11; Traci 9. Cross Country 10.12; Powder Puff
11. 12.
Henry. Theresa: Choir 11,12.
Hernandez.Catalina: Sp Oub 9. IO. Intern. Oub 10. RidingOub
9.10. Swimming II. 12.
Hinton. Quint: Football 10-12. Basketball 10.
Ho. Huong: NHS 9-12; Lit. Mag. 12.
Hoang. Kelly Fr Oub 12: HOSA 11.12; Powder Puff 11.
Hodge. David: VICA 11.12; Football 9.
Mahoney. Bridgcl Rcvcll.cn II. 12; Battalion 9. Powder Puff 12;
Disk Choir lit Div. Ensemble: Winter Wonderland Queen; Sr.
Homeroom Rep.
Manfrc. Julie Powder PufT II. 12; Cheerleader 10-12 Head 12;
Battalion 9, Nominated for All-Am Cheerleader 12; Homerooen
Rep. II.
Martinez. Carolina: Choir 9.
Martinez. Daniel: lit Place Award in World HiiL 10.
Martinez. Ken: Bard 9-12; Stage Band 11. 12; Golf IO. Soceer 12;
Powder PufT 11. 12.
Martinez, (hear Football 9. 10 IUd.etb.ill 9.
Maine, John: Indust. Tech. 12; Football 9-12; Track 9-10. Student
Com. 10. II.
Mata. Christ). Yearbook 12; Battalion 9; Cheerleader 10 Powder
PufT 11. 12.
Mathiasoei. Tony: Foothall 9-12; Baseball 9-12; Golf 12.
Mathur. Antali: FHA 12; Powder PufT 12.
McCoy. Lee Ann: Drama Club 9-12; Newspaper Photographer 11.
I i; Quill and Scroll 11.12; Powder Puff 11.12. Acad Ev Photo».
II.
McGaughy. Adele: DECA II. 12; Pres. 12; Powder PufT 12.
Meador. Glenn: Indust Tech. Oub 12.
Meek . Karen: FCA 10. 11; Volley bull 9; Track 9.10 Crosscountry
10. Trainer for Football. Volleyball Soccer, and Basketball.
Memeckc. Angela. DE II; Choir 9. 10 Young Ltfc 10. II. 12;
VoUc tall 9. Diving 10 Powder Puff 11. 12. Homeroom Rep.
Meyer. Denise: Young Life 9. IO. Powder Puff 12.
Middaugh. Robert. Basketball 9-12; Hon. Men. All-Dist. 12; Short
Story Semi-Fm, 12.
Miller. Rhonda: Volleyball 9-12; Golf 9-11; Powder PulT II. 12;
Homeroom Rep. 12.
Mikei Jim: Baseball 9. 10 Football 9.
Mmr.xk. Janie: Basketball II.
Mock. Kathy: Choir 10. 12; Drama and Speech 9. 10 Encore 12;
Student Cong. 9. IO. Volleyball 9; Powder Puff 11. 12; 1st Div.
Sotcv'Fnsemble 10.
Molloy. Robert: Young Life 10-12; IUsketball9.10. Powder PulT 11.
12; Baseball 9. Winter Wonderland Court 9-11; Short Story
Semi-Finalist 12; Class Fav. 9. Homeroom Rep. 9-12.
Moreno. Oscar Basketball 9-12.
Morgan. Terri: Student Cong. Rep. 11; Sec. 12; Battalion 9. Revelliers
10-12; Miss Tex Drill Team Finalist 12; Most Talented 12.
Morrill. Troy; VICA II. 12; Tennis 10.
Monlle. Pam: Comp. Sci. Oub 10-12; Student Cong. 12: Battalion 9.
Revelliers 10-12; Pcmder PulT II. 12; NHS 12.
Morse. Mxhelmc: DECA Treas 12; Fr. Club 9. Debate 10: Band
9.
Mulford. Marce: Band 9-12; 1st Div. Soto Enscmblc 9-11. 12;
All-Dist Band; All-Region Band
Musi I. Vivian: HOSA 12.
Ngo. Khsen: Math Oub 10-12; Fr. Oub 10-12; NHS 12.
Ngo. Toloan: Fr. Club 12.
Nguyen. Dzung Fr. Oub 9. Physics Oub 12.
Nguyen. Long; Math Oub 9. 10. 12 Treas. 10. V. Pres. 11; Sp Oub
12: NHS 12: USNMA in Alg Dist Wmncr Number Sense; 1st
Place Hous Univ.
Nguyen. Yung: VICA II. 12; 5th Eng. Slulls 12; 1st Pro). Drawing.
2nd Pro. Drawing
Nunez. Marfcnnc: Basketball 9-12; Volleyball 9-12.
Nunnery. Tony: VICA II. 12.
O'Brien. Shonda Batulion 9. Student Cong 12; Young Life; Powder
PufT 12.
O'Donnell. David: Foothall 11; Track 11.12; NHS 12; Homeroom
Rep. 12.
Ogle. Brenda: Sp. Oub 12. Dchite 12; Track 10. 11.
Osorio. Edward Jr. Aeh. II
Ordonez. Nancy: Set. Oub 12; NHS 12: Mcnt Awards Phy. Set; Eng.
I. II; Alg I. II. III. I V;Sp. II. Ill: Trig Acvt, Bio. I; USNMA Math
Award; USNMA Eng Award. Yearbook I a
Ourskr. Marcie Band 9-12; Powder PufT 12.
Pandya. Himanshu: Biology Oub 9 10; Math Oub 12.
Parks. Ron me: Sci. Oub 11.12 Hist Chess Club 12; JETS Pres 12;
Math Oub 12; Physics Oub 12; Sp Oub 12; CSU 12;
Outstanding Aeh. Alg I; Outstanding Aeh. Env. Sci; 1st Jk 2nd
Race City-Wide HS Chess Toum. 12
Pavlicek. Arnold. Chess Oub 12; Math Oub 10.
Perry. Julia: Student Cong 10-12; Young Life 10: Drama Oub 10.
Revelliers ll;GSL if, 12; Powder Puff 11.12; Who's Who. Sr.
Class Pres.; Cheerleader 9. Student Council Sec. 9.
Petersen. Fred: Student Coog 9. 10. Band V. Pres. 12. Band 9-12;
Soccer 12: Dist. Band 12; Outstanding Muuoanihip Award Sam
Hous St Univ. Jazz Feat.; 1st Div. Soto EnicmMc II. 12.
Pham. Mai: DE 12; VOE 12.
Pham, Vicm: Football 9-12; Soccer 12.
SchcfTcr. Renay: VICA 11.12; Dist Choir 10.1st Place VICA Draft
Contest (Din ); 1st Place Draft. (Stale) 10. 1st VICA Draft. 11;
3rd Place Dist. Draft. 12.
Schindler. Mark: FCA 9-12. Football 9-12; Baseball 9-12; All-Dist.
Hon. Men. Football 12; Winter Wonderland Court II, 12.
Schmidt. Enrtquc: Sp. Oub 2; VICA 12.
Scott. David: Baseball 9-12. Hon, Men Pitcher.
Shah, Atul: Math Oub 9-11; V. Pres II; Band 9-12; V, Pres. II;
Drum Major 12; JETS 11: NHS 11. 12. Pres 12; Fr. Oub9-12;
Mam Events II. Blue Bombers 12. Baseball 9. 10. Ramrollers
10-12; US Aeh. Academy Nat. Awards Fng. Trig .Outstanding
Student Biology. French. Ele. Analysis. Highest score on NEDT;
Outstanding Writer Jr. Class; Outstanding Musician; Band 1st
Divs
Shitlcr. Brian: Wood Rep. Tex. Imlust Arts Also. 12; Football 9-12;
Outstanding Student: Machine Woods IB 12: Metals 2B 12;
Drafting IB 12.
Simon. Mairim: Sp.Oub2J;OEA 11.12. Pres 12; Student Cong 12;
Powder Puff II.
Smderv Stephen HECE Hist II.
Sinha. N'eena: Batulion 9. Revelliers II. 12: Student Cong 9.
Rep.-Hist. 10. Treas 11; V.-Prcs 12; Math Oub 9-11; Speech
and Drama Oub 9. 10. Lit Oub II; Powder PulT 11.12; NHS
12; Outsunding Ach Speech 9. Intern Thespian Society 10.
Skinner. Kristi: FCA 10-12; NHS 11.12; Volleyball 9-12; Basketball
9-11: Track 9-12; Powder PulT II. 12; Fr. Fav.; Homecoming
Court 12. Most Humorous 12; Sr. Homeroom Rep.
Smith.Came: Drama 10. FHA II. 12; Young Life II;Powder Puff
II. 12: Ramrollers II. 12; Home Ee. Ach Award II; FHA V.
Pres. II; Pres. 12; Sr. Homeroom Rep.
Smith, Paul: NHS 11. 12; Drafting Oub 12. Geom Award 10.
Smith. Richard: Jazz Band 9. Ski Club 9. Track 9. 10. Foothall
9. 10.
Soow. Jacuue: Student Coog 12; DE 11; Powder Puff 11,12.
Sorfcy. Karla Band 9-12; Stage Band 9-12; Pres 12; Band Fr. Rep.
9. Band Sweetheart 12; Powder Puff II, 12; Ramrollers 11.
Sperling Howard; NHS 12; German Oub 11. 12. Nat Mcnt Schol.
Commended Scholar. Am Hist. Award 10.
Summ. Eric Sp Oub 9-12 V-Pres II; JETS II. 12; NHS II. 12;
Physics Oub 12. Ramrollers 10. Outsunding Ach in: Phy. Sci.
Bio. AOP Spanish: NEDT Award IO. Academic Excellence
Award Eng 10. Valedictorian; Nat. Eng Merit Award 12; US
Nal Math Award II.
Steele. Missi: FCA Treas 10. 12; FCA 10-12; NHS 11. 12; Student
Coog 10-12; Cross Country 9-12; Powder PufT 11,12; Track
9-12; Cum laudc. Jr.. Sr. Class Sec.
Stinncford. Charles Drama Oub 10-12 Pres. 12; NHS 12; Student
Cong ll;GSL 11: Intern. Thespian Society II. 12; Pres Troupe
•2548; Tennis 10; Awards: Am Hist. 9. Phy. Sci.9. Fr. II9. Most
Promising Young Actor 10. Am. Legton Boys State 11: All-Star
Cast (Zone) 10. All-Star Cast (Area) 10. Hon Men. All-Star Cast
(Dill.) 10. Hon. Men. All-Star Cast (Zone) II; Honor Thespian
Stokes. Lisa: Bio. Award 10.
Stone, Selena: Honor Society 9. 10. Tennis 9. 10. Choir II.
Strack. Nadine: Booster Oub 9. Basketball 9.
Stncklan. Jay: Basketball II. 12: 2nd Team AII-Disl 12; Most
Humorous 12.
Strubc. Debbie: Battalion 9. Revelliers 10-12 Treas. 12; Ramrollers
10 12; NHS II. 12; Yearbook II. 12; Student Cong 12; Sr.
Homeroom Rep. NEDT Award 10. Cum Laude; Young Life 11.
12; Powder Puff 11. 12.
Swift. John: Band 9-12; Young Life 10-12; Blue Bomber II. 12.
Taylor. Justus: Band 9-12; Stage Band 12; Powder Puff II. 12;
Drama .
Taylor. Jerry: Battalion 9. Jr. Aeh. 9-11; Rocky Ram Mascot 10
Tcmpfm. Dale: Auto Mcch, 11.12: Football 9. 10
Terry. Melissa: Basketball 9. Volleyball 9. Sec. Fr. Class.
Thomas. Shcrly: Sci. Hub 9. HOSA 11.12: Student Cong 9.10. Sp.
and Drama 10 Track 9. Outstanding Fr. Rep.
Townsend. Darry l: Track 9-11; Cross Country 10.
Torres. Angel: Baseball, Swimming.
Tranum. Linda: Main Events 10. Young Life 10. 12.
Traselter, Kirk Auto Mceh. II. 12; Soph. Class Fav.
Tran. Hoa: Sci. Oub 9. Fr. Oub 10.11; Drama 10. HI A 9. Track 9.
Batulion 9. Revelliers II. 12.
Truong Binh: Math Oub 11; Sp. Chib 11: Sci. Club II; NHS II. 12;
Outsunding Aeh. Alg 9.
Tucker. Jim Phy sacs Oub 12 Treas. 12; Sp. Oub 9. Football 9. 10.
Basketball 9, Track 9.
Von Gilder. Susan Band 9-12. Golf 10
Vo. Loc Math Club 9-10. Physics Hub 12; Tennis 9. 10
Vo. Nancy: Fr. Oub 9. Math Oub 9. 10. Volley ball 9. 10
VooDeRau. Kim: Band 9. 10 Choir II; Yearbook 12.
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Senior Achievements 37The scene many have been waiting for, the entrance to the Grand
Ballroom of the Adams Mark Hotel.
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Hamming it up are prom partyers Marie Abaya, Allan Delukc. Brcna Baumann. Christy Mata. LcAnn McCoy. Cathy Bell. Debbie Strubc. Ruthi
Garcia. Colleen Baker, Terri Brockman, Laurie Boydstun, Peter Kuffel, Kim Blankenship, and Beth Gillum.
Dancing well into the night, seniors and dates
enjoy the music.
38 Seniors5retty dresses,
Romance
Dn
Vlay 14th
Prom - the most glamorous event of a high
“hool student's life. It is a night filled with
jicitemcnt and good memories. This year’s
fam was no exception.
,The day begins with a morning and
Itcmoon of picking up your date’s corsage or
butonnicrc. receiving the neatly pressed
ixedo, or getting your hair done with baby’s
rcath. Next the final steps are taken in
ireparing for the funfilled evening.
The weeks in advance are filled with
nticipation by all. Dresses and tuxedos arc
rdcrcd far in advance to fit each individual’s
istc. The popular question, ’’Who are you
Ding to prom with?’’ can be heard in the halls
hd classrooms.
Proms arc something
jiat seniors will long
member. The class of ’83
lade this prom unique and
in for all.
y: Debbie Strube and
folleen Baker
'4
He sure looks nice in his tux!’’ says Kim Blankenship to Olga Aljure.
Enjoying a dessert of strawberry cheesecake are seniors and dates at table three.
'"wo wild and crazy people! Troy Lovetro and
erri Brockman.
Vdmiring each other’s company arc Laurie
ioydstun and Roger McCarthy.
While force feeding each other, David Walker
and Olga Aljure enjoy dinner.
Of course we are having a good time! Renee
Bates and date.
Prom 39That Magical
Event:
PROM
One of the back tables smiles for the camera
man.
This table looks happy and ready to dance. Enjoying the main course arc four lovely couples. Scholastic Portraits
photos
40 SeniorsThese Seniors and their dates had strawberry cheesecake for dessert. Scholastic Portraits photos
leaving after the last dance are Larry Brown, Mandy Pulido,
and Sandy Lawrence.
Grinning as his date makes him a bib is Darryl Townsend.
The dance floor is crowded with fancy dresses and elegant tuxes.
Having her flowers pinned on is Jocelyn Casiplc.
Prom 41Senior Favorites
Dexter Webb and Laurie Boydstun
Mr. and Miss Elsik
School
42 Seniors
Most Beautiful and Handsome
Linda Harrover - Most Beautiful
Joe Primo - Most Handsome and Most Friendly
Most Friendly
Kim Kao - Most Friendly
Senior Favorites 43Most Spirited
Ruthie Garcia and Derek Dunaway - Most Spirited
Most Athletic
Chris Tucker and Tamiko Dunn - Most Athletic
44 SeniorsMost Likely to Succeed
Sally Dipasupii and JcfT Bryant - Most Likely to Succeed
Most Talented
Terri Morgan and Chris Ayres - Most Talented
Kristi Skinner - Most Humorous
Most Humorous
Jay Stricklen - Most Humorous
Senior Favorites 45Trey Rutherford anxiously awaits hisdiplo
S. Lackey photo
Class President Julia Perry gives her speech. S. Lackey photo
The last good-bye
We first started out as children -
unsure of ourselves and our
surroundings. We sought out those
who were like ourselves, and
friendships were formed. Some of
those first friendships have ended,
but many have grown into the close
relationships we now share with
the people we have grown up
with.
Now we are considered adults;
the end of our first stage of
education is complete. Finally, it is
the time we have dreamed of
during the seemingly endless hours
we have spent in classrooms.
Graduation: Our main goal for the
past thirteen years.
Though graduation was a happy
occasion for all, the tears flowed as
we realized that those with whom
we have shared the fullest part of
our lives with will no longer be
there. The hardest words said on
May 25, 1983 were the
“goodbyes”.
Although most of us will m
admit it, we will miss high schoc
Elsik holds many memories for i
all, both good and bad. The goc
ones we will treasure always, tl
bad ones we will hopefully be ab
to look back on and laug
Whichever the case, four of tl
most important years of our enti
lives were spent at Alief Elsik Hij
School.
by Ruthie Garci
46 SeniorsWe’re the best as you can see, Senior class of 83!
11 Jewell EIsil| Awards
Brena Baumann
Karen Gremminger
Charles Stinneford
Michael Kennedy Award
Alice Chang
Schoolboard Outstanding
Student Awards
Jeff Bryant
Kristi Skinner
ledictorian, Eric Stamm S Lackey photo “Where’s my mom?” Robert Molloy.S Lackey
photo
Graduation 47Strong as ever
The extracurricular activity that involves the most
students is sports. Now this is a broad topic and a big
section. From the huge football player to the tiny diver,
each have strengths and skills that are necessary in his or
her particular athletic field. With nine different sports
offered, the students and the coaches stay busy at the gym,
complex, track, and natatorium.
Because we arc a 5A school, our competitors arc the
largest Houston area schools. Our district 17-5A includes
the six Spring Branch schools and of course, our oldest
rival. Hastings.
The newest sport came this year with soccer; both boy’s
and girl’s programs were introduced to the Alicf schools.
Team sports as usual drew the biggest crowds for old time
favorites such as football, volleyball, basketball, and
baseball. Individuals strove for personal recognition in
such events as track and cross country, golf, tennis, and
swimming and diving.
With the constant backing of the administration, and
faculty and student body, sports always receives the
support it needs to thrive as one of our most developed
programs.
by Bren a Baumann
Warming up for another good game is Janna Walker, Junior. C. DuPlain photo
48 SportsMrs. Coniine referees as our girls Varsity wins again in volleyball. C. Practicing her serve is freshman Thicn
DuPlain photo Pham. C. DuPlain photo
Sports 49Mighty Ram football season
Best of times - worst of time
It was predicted to be the greatest
season to date, and it was. with the Elsik
Rams finishing with five wins and five
losses; yet. it was also the season with
the most downfalls as the hearts of
many Rams and Ram fans were broken
repeatedly throughout the season.
The biggest issue dealt with the
question of eligibility of a Stratford
football player resulting in Elsik being
declared runner-up in the District race
too late as the Rams never got the
chance to prove their worth in the
Astrodome.
Despite the productive season,
losses to McCullough. Memorial and
to Stratford on Homecoming were
deeply felt since the momentum and
spirit before the games reached the
highest possible level.
Elsik’s worst defeat by far was the
21-14 loss to Hastings at the close of the
season. Though the Rams proved to be
the better, more talented team
throughout the season, they were not
able to channel their efforts into
Wayne I .a Plante and the rest of the Ram
defense signal the sidelines.
Coach Sciba and Coach Copley reviewing plays with
defensive backs Nick Della Pena. Trey Rutherford.
Mandy Pulido, and David Garris. C. DuPlain
Sports photos
Discussing important defensive strategy
Coach Plcss and Sammy O'Bricnt.
beating the Bears.
In between the losses, Elsik
displayed fine athletic talent. Not only
did the Rams have the best season of
any Elsik varsity football team, but
they also reached new milestones by
earning Elsik’s first varsity shut-out
against Westchester. 20-0.
Overall, the combination of talent
and sheer determination which was
The clasped hands of the olTensc show the
strong feelings of unity within the Rams.
consistently shown by every Mighty
Ram contributed to make the 1982
season the tremendous success that it
was.
by Ruthie Garcia
“Touchdown!” signals Mark Carruba as Jeff Bryant tumbles into the cndzonc.
rr)Elsik's Earl Campbell: Dexter “Sexy Dexy” Webb!
As if posing for “Sports Illustrated," Andrew
Bywatcr watches the game on the sidelines. C.
DuPlain photos
Varsity
Houston Lee
McCullough
Katy
Stratford
Spring Woods]
Northbrook
Spring Branch
Memorial
Westchester
Hastings
10-14
27-7
26-12
36-13
f 6-35
20-0
14-21
Varsity Football SIlooking professional, the Mighty Ram offense prepares to run a play.
Celebrating in the cndzonc is Jose Mata and
Jeff Bryant.
“Who’s going to score the most touchdowns
this season?” - Jeff Bryant and Dexter
Webb.
Head Coach Wes Bryant and his starting
quarterback Chris Tucker.
JV team:
Striving for
improvement
Though this was not necccssarily the
Year of the Ram for the Junior Varsity
football team, it was a year of promise for
the players. This year's JV team, under the
direction of Coach Pless. Coach Howe,
and Coach Copley worked hard while
earning their three and seven record.
Even though the scoreboard did not
always show it as such, the players
continually strived for improvement
throughout the season.
They lived through a scries of peaks and
valleys and still consistently worked
toward building a promising network of
players destined to be the future’ Varsity
Rams.
Junior Varsity quarterback Rusty
Skinner sums up the season with,
"Although our season wasn’t a winning
one. we learned to work together and we
built a strong basis for next year's
Varsity.’’
Thanks to a powerful offensive line, quarterback Rusty Skinner has plenty oftimctocomplcte
his pass.
With the extra effort apparent on his face. Joe Piaz lies in the grasp of hisdcfcndcr. C. DuPIain
photos
52 Sports
by Ruthic GarciaDisplaying great form. Ernest Frazier is
determined to get maximum yardage.
Holding the opposition firmly in his grasp is
Irvin Dyer. C. Duplain photos
Junior Varsity
JV Football 53Good prospects for future Rams
Elsik’s underclassman teams.
Sophomore, Freshman-A.and Frcshman-
B, all showed a great deal of one thing:
potential. Under the encouragement of
their coaches, all teams had productive
seasons.
The Sophomore football team under
coaches Fawcett, O’Keefe, and Corb,
finished the season with five winsand five
losses. This team, who had problems early
in the season, learned to improve their
attitudes of themselves which greatly
improved their playing ability. Even
though their goal of winning District was
not reached, the team gained a great deal
of experience which will hopefully
The long strides of Jasper Taylor carry him
downficld.
Going over pre-game strategy-Soph. defense
and Coach O'Keefe.
guarantee them a good future in Els
football.
Elsik’s Freshman teams also had fail
good seasons overall with the A tea
having a 4-5-1 record, and the B-tca
finishing with a 2-8 record. The teams h,
problems with a lack of enthusias
during some games, and this combin
with minor mistakes due to lack
experience resulted in their bei
defeated. As the season progresse
Coaches Null. Parker, and Nila taught t
players to work as a team rather than
individuals from seperatc midc
schools.
by Ruthie
Reading the defense coverage, Rodney Smith prepares to pass.Sophomore
Houston Lee 0-6
McCullough 6-14
Katy
Stratford 20-29|
Spring Woods 6-14
Northbrook 16-0
Spring Branch 12-0
Memorial 18-6
Westchester 14-6
Hastings 8-14
■i
Freshman B
Houston Lee
ullough
Katy
Stratford
Spring Woods
Northbrook
Spring Branch
Memoria!
Westchester
U-6
8-22
8-0
8-0
6-20
6-14
8-28
0-22
0-0
Hastings
Soph.-Freshman Football 55Cheers spread
throughout Elsik
The 1982-83 chcerlcading squad
worked hard to lift and enlighten the
school with true ram pride and spirit. This
year, the cheerleaders worked to support
all sports organizations of Elsik. They
attended swim meets, cross country
meets, and supported many other teams
during the year.
The girls began practicing immediately
after they were elected in May 1982. to
prepare for the Blue-White game. During
the summer there were also many long
hard practices.
Cheerleading camp was held in August
at Sam Houston State University. Here,
the girls worked to perfect their skills and
learn new ideas. Elsik. along with close to
150 other lively squads, competed for
ribbons, awards, and spirit sticks. Elsik
was chosen as one of eight finalists to
compete for the award of excellence,
which is held on the last day of camp.
Cindy Obcrthier, cheerleader sponsor,
commcnts,“Thc girls are most certainly a
select group. They work hard and perform
with precision. 1 had no doubt they would
be a part of the final judging. I'm
extremely proud of each and every one of
them and their accomplishments.”
The squad, consisting of Kathy Ball,
Laurie Boydstun, Chris Burt, Mindy
Campbell, Dondra Dunaway, Julie
Johnson, Leslie Lawless. Cathy Malone,
and Julie Manfre. were a great asset to all
Elsik sports organizations.
As head Cheerleader, Julie Manfre
states, “Cheerleading is hard work, but it's
also a lot of fun!”
by I urie Boydstun
Smiling for the camera are Laurie Boydstun and
Sandy Lawrence. C. Duplain Photo
Old Coach Bryant had a team. . . C. Bell photo
Kathy Ball and Mindy Campbell show Build that spirit up! C. Duplain photo
emotions at the Hastings game. C. Duplain
photo
Peek-a-boo! . Kathic Lanigan, Ram
Mascot. C. Bell photo
56 SportsJulie Manfrc celebrates the ending of a good
cami C Dunlain nhr»tn
Cheerleaders stack up spirit. D. Nguyen photo
Chris Burt and Dondra Dunaway cheer for the
kick-off. C. Duplain photo
Cheerleadedrs 57Varsity is second in
district
The 1982 season l'or Elsik’s
Varsity volleyball team ended
with twenty-two wins and eleven
losses, and second in District.
Even though the team came out
great in their season, some people
feel they could have done a little
bit better. “We work well together,
but sometimes pressure builds up
and we loose that ‘togetherness’
. . .One of us may do something
wrong and we tend to place the
blame on someone else, and every
once in a while, a little jealousy
sets in. 1 think that at one time or
another we’re all guilty of this,”
explains Birggitt Haderlein.
Volleyball is not just a ball, a net
and a group of silly girls standing
around hitting a ball. The game
takes skill, lots of hard work and
dedication. The girls proved this
in the way that they played and the
time and hard work they had to get
into shape.
The team consists of such fine
players as Kara Kellogg. Birggitt
Haderlein, Michelle Craig, Karen
Gray, Stacey Lackey, Lynice
Lawless, Ronda Miller, Marlene
Nunez, Lori Reede, Felicia Seales,
Kristi Skinner and coach
Brannan.
by Ruthannc Mullins:
Michelle Craig decides to show her stuff. C. Duplain photo
58 SportsPassing to l.vnice Lawless is Kristi Skinner
10.
The Elsik team attacks lead by spiker Birgitt
Hadcrlein.
Volk ball Jovera
Deer Park
Westfield
Baytown Lee
Dulles
UPortc
Spring V» oods
Stratford
Northbrook
Spnng Branch
Pearland
Baytown lee
Rayburn
Stark
Memorial
Westchester
Waltrip
Spring Woods
Stratford
LaPorte
Nederland
Kingwood
Northbrook
Clear Creek
Hastings
Spring Braneh
Memonal
Westchester
Alvin
Madison
Bi-District
11-6
12-6
13- 6
14- 6
15- 6
16- 6
17-6
17- 7
18- 7
18- 9
18-8
19- 9
20- 9
21- 9
21-10
22-10
19-11
Volleyball 59JV finishes
season
strong
Junior Varsity ended their
season with 18 wins and seven
losses. The JV team had such
players as Kelly Armbrustcr,
Sherre Barrett, Donna Boyne,
MaryKay Chambers, Deborah
Collier, and Tammy Collier.
Also on the team were Diane
Dang, Lisa Kruse, Kay Mart .,
Laurie McCoy, Teri Packard,
Wendi Pena, Carolyn Slay, and
Michelle Sumlcr.
“I think we had a good season
this year. We were strong and had
a lot of optimism ’ commented
Wendi Pena.
Next season will most likely be
a good season for Varsity, since
some of the Varsity players will be
returning and most of the JV
members will move up.
“With some of the strong
Varsity players returning and
hopefully those of us on Junior
Varsity will be moved up, we
should be a good team,’’ said
Going up for a block is Michelle Sumlcr. M.
Provcnzano ohoto
Carolyn Slay.
Freshmen
The final outcome of Freshman
volleyball was a 16-15 regular
season and a 8-6 record for
District games.
Freshman players are Melissa
Bage, Bizzy Deckard, Cindy
Feakes, Ronda Green, Julie
Hulbcrt, Dawn Lynglass, Belinda
Moreno, Tracy Walls, Wendie
Williams, Michelle Williams, and
the “lovable and witty,” coach
Glaser.
The record for this talented
team speaks for itself. Everyone
knows it takes the effort of the
whole team to do well, but “it also
takes someone who is tough, but
understanding and easy to relate to
. . . such as coach Glaser,” said
Bizzy Deckard.
by Rulhanne Mullins
Carolyn Slay smiles after a good shot.
Provcnzano photo
Teammates Carolyn Slay and Michelle A demonstration in technique by Coach Glaser. C. DuPlain photo
Sumler. C. DuPlain photo
60 Vollev ballAfter a hard game. Laurie McCoy takes a
breather. C. DuPlain photo
J V member I.auric McCoy sets the ball for the
hit. C. DuPlain photo
Warming up before the game. M. Provenzano
photo.
Volleyball 61Varsity falls short
After coming off a 25-9 season
(11-5 in District), the Varsity Boys
Basketball Team kept up the
winning tradition. Bringing home
a 22-10 record is not bad, but it was
only good enough for a 3rd place
finish in District.
According to Varsity Coach
Jerrel Hartfiel, “Winning the
District was our number one goal.
This year we had a lot of good high
points.”
How could a coach go wrong
with outstanding Senior players
like Karl Yust - 1st Team All
District, Jay Stricklcn - 2nd Team
All District, Oscar Moreno -
Honorable Mention All District,
and Robert Middaugh - Honorable
Mention All District.
Says Coach Hartfiel, “Our
Seniors showed great leadership
the entire year. Elsik High School
has great students to work with.”
When asked if he could compare
this year’s team with last year’s,
Coach Hartfiel replied, “It’s hard
to compare teams. Both teams’
strength was team play. And both
teams had great Senior players!”
Breaking away, Maurice Brown. Photo by C. Duplainl aying it up, Oscar Moreno. Photo by C.
DuDlain
Over the crowd. Jay Stricklen. Photo by C.
Duplain
Boys Basketball 63Hoopsters
continued from pg. 62
As for next year’s team, the
situation looks good. Two
lettermen are returning: JefTKeene
- 6’7 Post, and Scott Harris - 6’2
Forward. There will also be other
players from the Junior Varsity
team which had a 24-9 season.
Says Coach Hartfiel, “We expect
our team to do well in the District
race!”
The players on the 1982-83
Varsity Basketball Team were: A1
Fernandez, Derek Dunaway,
Oscar Moreno, Steve Budd, Jay
Stricklen, David Watts, Karl Yust,
Jeff Keene, Robert Middaugh,
Scott Harris and Maurice
Brown.
by John Urbanowicz
Robert Middaugh
Photo by C. Duplain
JV - 2nd in District
“This year’s season was as good as we
expected.” said Coach Davis
Scarborough when asked about the Boys
Junior Varsity Basketball team.
The 1982-83 J.V. team finished the
season with a 24-9 record overall. A 10-4
mark in District helped the team in
earning their 2nd place finish.
According to Coach Scarborough, “All
of this year's team is good enough to start
on Varsity next year.” As for top
performers on the J.V team, Coach
Scarborough named two - Tom Luce and
Scott Harris.
Next year’s J.V. team should have no
problems with a winning season. Most of
the team will be composed of this year’s
Sophomore team which came in 1 st place
in District.
But as Coach Scarborough did
mention. “We don't know right now how
many people will be moved up to Varsity,
and how many we’ll get.”
by John Urbanowicz
■Whomas
Photo by C.
Billy Daugherty
Photo by-CrDupi i
64 Sports
Going for a rebound. Tommy Fallcrom. Photo by C. Duplain
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Spring Woods 49
Stratford 40
Memorial 34
Spring Branch 43
Westchester 36
Coach Scarborough and the team. Photo by C.
Duplain
An easy layup, Robert James. Photo by C.
Duplain
Junior Varsity Basketball Scores
District Games Record 10-4
Boys Basketball 65 T v
CHAMPIONS
“The 1982-83 Sophomore Boys
Basketball team finished this year
on a very positive note,” said
Coach Jim Parker. When asked
what some of his goals were before
the season began, Coach Parker
said, “Our first goal was a winning
season (19-8), and our second goal
was to win District (11-3).” The
team definitely had a winning
season, earning 1st place in
District.
According to Coach Parker, the
three players that had an
outstanding year of basketball
trowth and maturity were: Jimmy
molarz, Danny Bcrglan, and T roy
Kite. Coach Parker did say
however, “I don’t like to say or
compare players with each other as
the best because it took a team
effort to accomplish our goals.” by
John Urbanowicz
Danny Bcrglan. Photo C. DuPlain
Laying it up. John Duong. Photo C. DuPlain
1st Year of Elsik B-Ball
In their first year of basketball at
Elsik, the Freshman Boys
Basketball teams did rather well.
Under the direction of Coach
Hugh Null, the two teams
compiled some very good
records.
The “A” team compiled a 14-12
season record, and an 8-6 mark in
District play, placing them in 4th
place. Some of the outstanding
players on the “A” team were Ty
Selcor and E.J. Flores.
The Freshman “B” team did
somewhat better overall than the
“A” team. The “B” team brought
home a 2nd place finish in District
play with a 12-2 record. The team’s
overall record was 14-6.
Next year’s freshman teams will
be made up of mostly players from
the four AISD middle schools,
though there will be some students
transferring from other districts.
by John Urbanoniez
y Selcor.
66 SportsFreshman "A" Basketball Scores
District Games Record 8-6
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Spring Woods
QL'
Spring Branch
Westchester
Hastings
Northbrook
Spring Woods
I rat ford
ia!
‘Bm
Westchester
Hastings
Northbrook
Freshman “B"
District Game
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
Elsik
kctball Sco
ecord 12
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ford
rial
Branch Forfeit
Westchester 20
Hastings 43
Northbrook 31
Spring Woods 21
Stratford 49
Memorial 17
Spring Branch 20
Westchester 28
Hastings 48
Northbrook 40
Boys Basketball 67“Lady Rams” hoop it up
The winning combination of
hard work and strong
determination took this year’s
Varsity “Lady Rams” all the way
to the Playoffs.
The girls earned a reputation of
being one of the premier girls
basketball teams in Texas with
outstanding players like Jolanda
Jones, Kara Kellogg, and Tamiko
Dunn. First, Second, and Third
Team All-Greater Houston
respectively.
In pre-district strategy. Coach
Brown signed the girls up to play
the hardest teams in Texas to
prepare them for playing against
the best. In comparison to these
teams, the girls' District season
was considerably easier.
The “Lady Rams” finished the
season as Co-District Champs, an
honor shared with their arch-rival,
Hastings. They then went on to
defeat Lamar in the Bi-District
Playoffs becoming the Bi-District
Champs. They were ultimately
defeated in the Area Playoffs by the
soon-to-be State Champs, Yates.
The key to the success of the
Varsity team was the motto which
Coach Brown preached:
“Defense, dedication, and desire
- that’s what it takes to win!”
The girls practiced and played
with this thought in mind, and the
results were clearly visible
throughout their successful
season.
by Ruthie Garcia and Jo Jones
C. Duplain photos
"One of these things is not like the other" -
Kara Kellogg vs. the Bears team.
What form! Jo Jones goes for two as Kelly
Armbrustcr looks on.
"Jump-ball, get it, get it" - Jo Jones wins the Tamiko I)unn proves the fact that a Ram can out run a bunch of Bears anyday!
jump again.
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Freeze-frame
photography caichcs
sophomore sensation
Kelly Armbrustcr in
action.
"Oh I.ord, please make that shot Mar! - Jo
Jones to Marlene Nunez.
Senior Tamico Dunn putting the moves on
a Hastings opponent.
Girls Varsity Basketball
Hastings
Northbrook
Spring Woods
Stratford
Memorial
Spring Branch
cstchcster
i brook
ing W,
Ilford
.'mortal
)nng Branch
Westchester
Hastings
Lamar
post-dis
Var. Girls Basketball 69JV-Frosh
Succeed
The girls JV team had a phenomenal
season going undefeated in District play.
The outstanding players on the team were
Sicrdia Johnson and Janna Walker whose
talents eventually were responsible for
their being moved up to play on the
Varsity team.
The girls had virtually no problem
defeating their opponents including
Hastings. They all a rcc that the main
reason for their achievements was the
superior coaching they received from
Bobbie Glaser.
The Freshman girls basketball team
also had a successful season. Led by Coach
Bodine, the girls produced their winning
efforts which placed them second in
District. With excellent players like Kellie
Taylor, the girls were able to shut-out
Northbrook - definitely the highlight of
their season.
Based on their performances this year,
the girls show a lot of promise for future
JV and Varsity teams.
by Jo Jones
Surrounded by the Freshman team. Coach Glaser and Coach Bodine discuss the strategy of the game.
70 SportsFreshman Michelle Williams prepares to put
the ball back in play.
ft : : - Tarai-
Girls Frosh Basketball
♦ I . n
Hastings S J§ 11-23
Nonhbrook 51-0
Spring Woods 39-11
Spring Branch 40-24
Northbrook 51-3
Spring Woods | 39-11
Spring Branch 28-20
Westchester 23-15
Hastings 18-23
Girls J.V. Basketball
Hastings 46-33
Northbrook 28-12
Spring Woods 73-12
Stratford 53-12
Memorial Spring Branch S. 69-15
J 53-16
Westchester 51-24
Hastings 50-44
Northbrook L. 63-16
Spring Woods 65-6
Stratford Memorial Spring Branch 72-32 46-11
40-10
Westchester 66-25
JV-Fresh. Girls Basketball 71Boys track surprises everyone
This year’s Varsity Boys Track
team was a surprise to everyone.
They finished third in District
placing four members in
Regionals. They are: Dexter Webb,
shot put; Tony Rocha, 800 meters;
Trevor Dodd, 110 meter high
hurdles; and Devlin Dunn, 400
meters.
“We surprised people this year,”
said Coach Fawcett, “We could
have done even better if we had
had more people try out for the
team,” he continued.
Next year, Coach Fawcett not
only wants to get more people on
the team, but he wants to increase
practice to build up running
endurance.
Other goals of Coach Fawce-
are: the use of more weigh
training, finishing higher i
District competition, and placin
more people in Regionals.
by Troy Srniti
fsDcvlm Dunn Districlinthc400mclerdash The high hurdles was an event in which Elsik placed one member in Regionals.
72 SportsA JV team member out distances his competitor.
Boys JV,
freshmen
keep pace
With a look of pain, Kenny McDaniel keeps
on pushing.
Handing off to Tim Domchick in the 400 meter relay is Curtis Larry.
Struggling to win, Garry Cole makes it a close call.
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Making tracks
The Elsik Girl’s Track team
ended the season with a fourth
place finish in the Texas High
School Girls’ State Meet.
Representing Elsik were Wendi
Pena and Jolanda Jones.
Wendi competed in the 3200m
run where she ran a personal best
of 10:55 to earn a third place
medal. Unfortunately, Wendi
injured her foot in the 1600m run,
yet she was still able to finish sixth
out of all the milcrs in the Texas
5A.
Jolanda competed in the 800,
400, and high jump. She took first
place in both the 800 and the 400.
She ran a personal best of 2:08.9 in
the 800, and she moved up a
position in the 400 from her
second place finish last year.
The Ramrunners were led by
Coach Marti Hatfield. They began
the season with workouts right
after Christmas vacation.
The team was a very dedicated
group, getting to school each and
every morning at 6:30 ready to
run. After running in the morning,
the girls had to rush in from the
track, take showers, put on
make-up, comb their hair, and put
on their clothes all before second
period.
Then after they finished school,
another hard workout was in store.
After running anywhere from two
to ten miles total per day, the girls
could finally go home, do their
homework, sleep, and have to get
up in the morning and start the
whole cycle over again.
Always though, the team never
seemed to despair - even though all
they did was run around in circles
every day, literally. The girls were
always told to put forth 100% effort
at all times no matter how
exhausted they were.
Overall, Elsik is knov
throughout the state as one of t
premier track teams
competition. Jolanda Jones
especially known for h
achievements as she is national
ranked in the high jump. T
two-mile relay is also national
ranked as is the sprint medle
Jolanda anchors both tear
running with Kristi Skinny
Tamiko Dunn, and Wendi Pena
the two-mile, and with Dia
Adams, Laurie Boydstun, ai
Tamiko Dunn in the medley.
These girls along with the oth
members of the Ramrunners ha
through their strength and desire
be the best given Elsik a track tea
to be extremely proud of.
by Jo Jones and Ruthie Gan
When asked how they feel about track practice. Kristi Skinner and Laurie Boydstun made these expressions. K. Kellogg photo
76 SportsWe all know track star Jolanda Jones has
plenty to smile about!
“I hate to stretch - it makes me sore!" - Jo
Jones.
Wendi Pena - Portrait of a Winner.
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V
Girls Track 77
“Smiling makes practice go faster." says
Wendi Pena. C. Bell photosMrs. Hatfield displays her beautiful mum.
“Not too far Tamara!” - Patti Manry and Tamara Pyles.
Another victory for Wendi Pena, two-mile State Champ.
Barbi Borah bites down to ease the
Moving ahead - Diana Sander.
“We WILL win Tamiko!" - Coach Hatfield
and Tamiko Dunn.
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Don’t let me fall. Kara!!” - Kara Kellogg and Kristi Skinner.The results of a four-year track runner-Diana Adams.
Heading for the finish line is Missi Steele.
Jenny Stinneford and Missi Steele are off to a good start.
wins - by a knee! - Ditto Kolbc.
out Memorial, Here comes Ditto! -
“Ditto" Kolbe.
79Girls cross country
“They all had the same goal, but they
took different roads to get there," said
Marti Hatfield, Girl’s Cross country
coach. “We get closer every year, but we
just can't win the big one." After coming
off a top ten State ranking in 1981. the '82
girls team came in at their best record
ever, 4th in State. “This is the best team
we’ve ever had. We won District, we won
at Regionals, and everyone just expected
us to win at State!”
The roster was a strong one composed
of veteran runners like Jolanda Jones,
Wendi Pena, Missi Steele, and Tamiko
Dunn. “Jo did pretty good (4th in State)
considering she only ran the quarter mile
when she first came to Elsik.” Dorothy
Kolb was labeled as the most improved
runner by Coach Hatfield. One girl who
did not fare as well this year was Wendi
Pena. “She missed the greater part of the
season with a hurt foot, but she still came
in at 15th in State."
by John Urbanowicz
Going over the upcoming races, Jo Jones and Coach Hatfield. C. Duplain photo
Jo Jones: A sure winner!
For Elsik Junior Jolanda Jones, winning has come easy
After beginning her track career late (she started in the cigh
grade), Jo has certainly made up for lost time. By the sigh
of her well-covered letter jacket, anyone can tell she is not you
everyday track star. Her awards range from District, t
Regionals, State, and even All-American. Two big factors ii
Jolanda's track success are Coach Marti Hatfield and Coacl
Leonard Fawcett. “I run for myself and Coach Hatfield. Sh
gives me a lot of encouragement.” Speaking about Coacl
Fawcett, Jolanda says. “I feel he’s the greatest coach in Texas
He helps me with the high jump, and that’s my favorit
event.” The final goal in Jolanda's victory-filled track caree
is a trip to the Olympic Games. “I see my talent as a gift fron
God. and I want to use it to it’s full potential!"
by John Urbanowicz
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I
Running for the Olympics, Jolanda Jones. C. Bell photoCross-Country 81We are family!” photo. C. Duplain
Preparing for the next race. Dorothy Kolb and Coach Hatfild. Photo. C. Bell
Struggling
One of the main problems in this
“struggling” season was the fact
that all the girls were plagued with
injuries. As Coach Hathcld said,
“One was out after another.” As for
next year, the overall picture looks
good. Five of this year’s seven
runners will be returning next year.
Besides this, there will be some
prospective freshman runners next
year. “If everybody can stay
healthy for the whole year, we'll
win at State!”
by John Vrbanowicz
The agony of defeat. Photo. C. Bell
Cross-Country 83Get in the swim of things
This year’s swimming and diving teams
were outstanding. According to Coach
Gene Watson, “Our swim team broke all
but four of Elsik’s records.” The records
not broken were the Boys 400 Yard
Freestyle Relay, the Boy’s and Girl's 100
Yard Breaststroke, and the Boy’s 100
Yard Butterfly.
Swimmers Penny Rosen and Cathy
Hernandez both made the All-State
Team, and Penny broke a 23-5A District
record in the 100 Yard Backstroke. The
girls' 400 Yard Freestyle Relay and 200
Yard Medley Relay were both state
ranked. The lady swimmers also took
23rd at the state meet.
For the boys, outstanding perfor-
mances were made by Chad Pollack,
Kevin Chcma, and Steve Ward. The
season record for the Boy's Team was
4-6.
Elsik Diving coach Bob Licber was
extremely proud of his 5 member team.
Led by the only girl diver, Sally Sprute. the
team fared impressively at all of their
meets. The diving team should be
commended for their fine performance
this year.
by John Urbanowicz
is. C. DuPlain photo.
ki JtWWk
84 SportsSwimming Diving 85Senior C athy Hernandez. C. DuPlain photo. Swimming for victory, Stephanie Sorsdal. C. DuPlain photo.
Elsik swimmers make all state
Finishing the season with a 6-4 record
was good enough for 2nd place in District
for this year’s Girls Swim Team.
The girls team broke numerous school
and District records this season. Penny
Rosen broke both marks in the 100 yard
backstroke. Cathy Hernandez took 1st
place in the 50 and 100 yard freestyle.
The 200 yard medley relay was 2nd in
District, consisting of Penny Rosen,
Kathy Nagle, Carroll Ann Adams, and
Cathy Boyd. Penny and Cathy Hernandez
both made the All-State Team, 2nd and
4th respectively.
by John Urbano» icz
Elsik’s outstanding girl swimmers! C. DuPlain photo.he finishes in first. C. Bell Photo.
Sthephanie Sorsdal. C. DuPlain photo.
Swimming Diving 87
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As Chad Pollack races with the CLOCK
w
Coming up
for
air. Cathy Hernandez
Boys golf
rebuilds
Elsik boys golf team went through a
rebuilding year. Last year's graduation
took four seniors with it leaving Jay
Meyer, the team’s only returning
letterman. Tony Mathiason, doubling
with baseball, was the team’s only senior.
Jay Meyer led the team finishing 7th in
district; he and Tony had strong showings
in tournaments. “The team played
through some tough courses this year,”
commented Coach Chuck Corb, “But the
team played through them pretty well.”
Besides the tough courses, the lack of
experience played a major role. “We need
more people,” said sophomore Ray
Schmidt. “With a few more we should be
able to put together a good team. Making
up the rest of the team is Vic Mchra, Joe
Pizzatola, David Smitherman, Billy
Payne, Lee Drummond, and Mike
Mallay.
by JoeI Marino
i
Practice makes perfect. Vic Mehra J. Marino
photo
“This fairway will never end." Jay Meyer J. Marino photo
“They should put these trees some other place.” Ray Schmidt J. Marino photo
88 Sports“I’m heading for the clubhouse." Ray
Schmidt. J. Marino photo
Boys Golf 89Girl golfers 2nd in Districl
Giving a smile on ihc fairway is Elsik gol
Mary Kay Chambers.
This year’s four-member Girl’s
Golf team placed second in
District and ninth in the Regional
tournament.
“Considering the fact that most
of the golfers play another sport,
they did well,” said Coach
Brannan. “This year’s team
worked hard but also had a good
time,” she continued.
Coach Brannan was asked to
describe her top players and their
strong points:
About Mary Kay Chambers:
“Mary Kay’s strongest point is her
power; she hits a long ball.Her
second strength is that she loves to
play.”
About Donna Umhocfcr:
“Donna’s asset is her intense
competitiveness. She has a natural
desire to excel and works very
hard. She also has excellent
concentration.”
The four golfers: Donna
Umhocfcr, Mary Kay Chambers,
Robbye Denson, and Debra
Massop are all returning next
year.
“We should continue to im-
prove next year,” said Coach
Brannan. “If they play more over
the summer and start a little earlier
next year, they should lower their
scores considerably.”
The Elsik Girls Golf team: Mary Kay Chambers. Robbye Denson, Debra Massop. and Donna Umhoefer.
90 SportsSteadying the flag for a putter is Debra
Massop.
A backward glance at the camera - Donna
Umhocfer.
Golfing buddies Debra Massop, Donna
Umhocfer. and Mary Kay Chambers.
Girls Golf 91The first
A new sport arrived at Elsik this year
Soccer. The Rams competed in District
10AAAAA by first year coach Kevin
O'Keefe.
The Rams opened the season with a 1 -1
tic against Dulles. Other non-District
games included a hard fought loss to State
champion Srake Jesuit.
In district games, playing without
leading scorer Daniel Escobar, they lost to
Memorial 2-1, Spring Woods 3-1 and
Katy 2-1. Against the Hastings Bears, the
Rams played one of their best gamesof the
season recording a 1-1 tie. Elsiks first
victory came against Northbrook 2-1.
District play was intense. Elsik tied
both Spring Branch and Taylor 1-1, but
lost to eventual District Champions
Westchester 3-1 and Stratford 2-1. In the
second round the Rams scored two quick
victories, shutting out Spring Branch 3-0
and beating Taylor 3-2.
Going into the Westchester game the
Rams were in a position to earn a playofT
berth with victories over Westchester and
Stratford. The excited Rams gave
Westchester all they wanted, but the
Wildcats managed to hold on 3-2. During
Spring Break Elsik ended the season with
a 2-1 loss to Stratford.
The team compiled a 3-8-4 season
record. Coach O’Keefe felt it was a
kick
successful season despite the losing record
because the team always played their
hardest and improved every game.
Players honored with All-District
selections were Daniel Escobar, and Doug
Smith. Viem Pham and Ken Martinez
rccicvcd Honorable Mention.
Doug Smith and JcfTDoria were elected
captains for the year and Daniel Escobar
was voted Most Valuable Senior.
by Coach Kevin O'Keefe
Coaching is no easy job. Kevin O’Keefe. P
KufTcl photo
Heads up play. Nihn Bao. P. KufTcl photo
Showing his district form. Doug Smith. P. KufTcl photo
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The defensive side of Elsik.
SOCCER
Westchester 3 2
Stratford 2 1
Perfect shot. Dong Lee G. Wright photo.
Soccer is rougher than it looks. Doug Smith. G. Wright photo
Soccer 93A new Lady Ram
Soccer is a new sport just
introduced into the Alief School
District, and like always, the girls
wore the Elsik name with pride.
“The girls are amazingly talented
for a first year team,” said junior
Ginny Hare.
In every sport there is a
powerhouse team and for the
soccer team there was no
exception. Klein was the team to
beat in the district. Although the
Lady Rams lost to Klein, they
showed positive signs. They
definitely showed that they had
potential. They showed this
potential against Stratford, both
times they played them. The first
time they totally blitzed the
Spartans 8-0, then they beat them
on their own turf, Tully Stadium,
3-1.
A calm coach strolls onto the field. Ms. LaRibeus
The teams leading scorer poses for picture.
The girls showed them who was
boss. The Lady Rams also beat
Katy-Taylor with a score of 3-2, in
a very tough and physical game.
Ginny Hare scored two of the three
goals.
During the season, the girls had
some outstanding players. Here
are just a few of those: Ginny Hare,
Beatriz Escober, Zeire Cudungong,
Karen Medar, Teresa Johnston,
and Stacey Lackey, were all goal
scorers.
by Jo Jones
Genni Hare drives past Spartan Defender
This year’s soccer team was the first at Elsik.
I’ll pass this one” Bcaticc Escobar
94 SportsWaiting in the rain for the boys game to end.
Karen Medar, Gcnny Hare.
Goalie Stacey lackey.
Girls Soccer 95Inexperienced team rebuilds
Elsik’s Boys Tennis led by Chuck
Bratka and second seeded Dale Young
had a record of 13-2, tying four
matches.
The girls team had a tough year with a
record of 2-15, tying two matches.
The Boys Varsity team was made up of
Chuck Bratka, junior. Dale Young,
sophomore, David Wilson, junior,
Dcvinder Panesar, junior, Alex
Whigham, sophomore, and Pat Brogan,
sophomore. The J.V. team was composed
of Keith Hinzc, sophomore, August
Carrcll, sophomore, Phillip Mann,
sophomore, and Franky Silva, freshman.
Also on the J.V. team were Sandeep
Narang, freshman, Jason Martinez,
sophomore, and Chris Meineckc,
freshman.
The Girls Varsity team was made up of
Tracy Kagan, sophomore, Anne
McHugh, junior. Ericka Hoss, junior,
Bridget Pavlik, junior, Michele South,
freshman, and Thien Pham, freshman.
“Among the goals for next year," says
Ms. Gwynn, “is the expansion of the girls
team from six to nine, the expansion of the
freshman team, and to beat Hastings!”
by Troy Smith
Practice makes perfect for Alex Whigham
Chuck Bratka: Elsik’s top swinger
For the past three years, Chuck Bradka, junior, has been
Elsik’s premier tennis player. A varsity player since hisj
freshman year, 16-year-old Chuck has established himself as
one of the state’s up-and-coming players.
Bom in Omaha. Nebraska, Chuck has been playing tennis
for over six years and has participated in tournaments all ovei
Texas. For the past three years, he has been playing ir
championship divisions and is now ranked 15th in the state
16-year-old’s division.
Last summer Chuck went to National Championships ir
both Michigan and Nashville and was invited to the Orangt
Bowl Tournament held in Florida.
“I think about my opponent’s strengths and weaknesses
and try to go out there with a game play,” said Chuck.
In school tournaments. Chuck has beaten 12th rankec
Chris Stanich of Stratford, and 3rd ranked Mark Manet
(14-year-old’s division).
Aside from being a great tennis player, Chuck works hare
to maintain his high grades. Upon deciding the college whicl
he will attend, he will be eligible to qualify for a scholarship
Chuck adds, “I would like to be a pro, but it's tough. I’ll keep
practicing and trying to improve.”
In late April Chuck competed in regionals, by placing firsl
and second in District, but was beaten in the quartci
. „ K. er in Texas, Chuck Bratka, serving, finals. , . , „
left; and ofT-court after a hard practice, right. by Audra Sanchez
96 SportsElsik's top seeded girl. Tracy Kagan practices
before a match.
Sophomore Dale Young in action.
Boys Tennis
Spring Branch 3-1
Katy Taylor 2-2
Sharpstown 4-0
Klein 1-3
Klein Forest 1-3
Northbrook 2-2
Katy 7-0
Jersey Village 2-0
Memorial 3-1
Stratford 3-1
Lee 2-2
Hastings 4-0
Westchester 4-0
Springwoods 3-1
Dulles 4-0
Hastings 4-0
Spring Branch 3-1
Dulles 4-0
Northbrook 2-2
Girls Tennis
Spring Branch 0-3
Katy Taylor 1-3
Sharpstown 1-3
Klein 0-4
Klein Forest 0-4
Northbrook 2-2
Katy 1-3
Jersey Village 1-0
Memorial 0-4
Stratford 0-4
Lee 0-4
Hastings 1-3
Westchester 1-2
Springwoods 2-0
Dulles 0-4
Hastings 0-4
Spring Branch 2-2
Dulles 1-3
Northbrook 1-3
Boys-Girls Tennis 97. . Hard working boys;
girls have rough year’
- Coach Gwyni
98 Sports
David Wilson serves an overhand slam.
Concentrating on the ball, Anne Mchu
prepares to swing.Stepping back to the line. Ale Whigham
returns a volley.
Playing in a doubles match arc Phillip Mann
and Pat Brogan.
Girls-Boys I'ennis 99
,Baseball a new look
1983 brought a new look to Elsik’s
Varsity Baseball Team - Coach Robert
Copley. For the first time in his career at
Elsik, Coach Copley was in full charge of
the team. A new coach meant a lot of new
things for the Rams, including being only-
one victory away from the playoffs.
This was. by far, the best baseball team
at Elsik. The team compiled a season
record of 15-10 (District 8-7), but ended
up only in 4th place in District. It all came
down to a four-way tic for 2nd place with
Stratford, Westchester, and Hastings.
Unfortunately, Hastings outscored the
Rams 4-2 to put us in 4th.
Elsik's Chris Tucker made both the 1st
Team All-District, and the South
All-State Team.
by John Urbanowiez
Waiting for the pitch, Doug Machalcc. C. DuPlain photo.
A quick move to miss the pitch. C. DuPlain photo.
George Gonzales at bat. C. DuPlain phot
100 SportsKenny Reese C. DuPlain photo.
Mark Rook C. DuPlain photo.
Varsity Baseball Scores
Season Record 15-10
District Record 8-7
Elsik 9 Stratford 5
Elsik 1 Hastings Spring Woods 11
Elsik 2 4
Elsik 3 Spring Branch 4
Elsik 7 Memorial 6
Elsik 5 Northbrook 2
Elsik 2 Westchester 0
Elsik 8 Stratford 7
Elsik Elsik II 5 Spring Woods Hastings 13 6
Elsik 13 Spring Branch 11
Elsik 13 Memorial s. 8
Elsik 7 Northbrook 0
Elsik 4 Westchester 7
Elsik 2 Hastings 4
Varsity Baseball 101South All-State Team member Chris Tucker. C. DuPlain photo.
Andy Marlow. C. DuPlain photo.
J.V., a tough season
larc Guitierre . C. DuPlain photo.
Steve Khan. C. DuPlain nhoto.
Elsik’s J.V. Baseball Team did not
achieve the same goals as the Varsity
Team, but there were a lot of bright spots
throughout the season.
The team had a record of 9-14 (District
5-9), but next year should be a lot better.
Many of this year’s players were in their
first year of high school ball, a big change
from the area little league teams. Next
year they will have the experience they
lacked this season.
The team was coached by Ben Howe, in
his first year as J.V. Baseball coach at
Elsik.
by John Urhanowic
Right down the pipe. Brandon Harris. C.
DuPlain photo.
Marc Guilierre . C. DuPlain photo.
J.V. Baseball Re
Season 9-14. District 5-9 j
District (iames Record
Elsik 1 Elsik 7 Hastings Hastings
Elsik 3 Memorial
Elsik 7 Northbrook
Elsik 9 Northbrook
Elsik 2 Westchester
Elsik 7 Stratford
Elsik 6 Stratford
Elsik 0 Spring Branch
Elsik 2 Spring Branch
Elsik 1 Spring Woods
Elsik 5 Spring Woods
Elsik 4 Memorial
Elsik 3 Westchester
J.V. Baseball 103Moving Pictures
Students’ lives
Students nowadays have a complex life that ranges from
seriousness to silliness. One night its a football game and
the next, a trip down Westheimer. With half a dozen
theaters nearby, moviesare still a favorite pasttime. Parties
range from Toga to Luau with few regulations as to what
goes on. Student holidays provide the much needed time
for shoppingand working. The longer breaks send students
running to the beaches, slopes; and for seniors, visiting
prospective colleges.
Although some events included in this section aren't
school sponsored, most of them are. Homecoming and
Powder Puff arc two such events that take lots of
preparation and are as traditional as student life itself. The
Freshman Slave Sale is almost as lively as the Hastings
game pep rally. Drama plays and the annual Talent Show
give students a taste of high school talent just as much as
half time w ith the Ram Band and Revelliers.
The serious side of student life is school. That means
homework that fills up afternoons. Evenings, hopefully,
are salvaged for something more exciting than World
History worksheets, the dreaded research paper is a sure
way to kill at least one weekend if not more. Of course there
is work. With high percentages of teenagers in the job force,
a student’s life is sometimes planned in accordance to a
work schedule. But through it all, we reflect on our high
school years as a time of carefree fun.
by Brena Baumann
Showing her sweet innocent look is Renee Bates at the Toga Party for her
18th birthday. C. Bell photo
Chemistry buddies Keith Box and Mark Palumbo. L. McCoy photo
104 Student LifeSeniors Christy Mata, Missi
Stcclc. and Troy Lovctro wear a
wide variety of Halloween
costumes. D. Adams photo
Decorating the cafeteria arc
Seniors Holly Winslow, Doug
Smith, and Carrie Smith. C.
DuPlain photo
Student Life 105S-P-I-R-I-T - ■
“Catching flies Ruthie? Ruthic Garcia performs
with the Revelliersat the Homecoming pep rally. C.
Bell photo
Hoopsters and Seniors show what spirit is all about. Derek Dunaway, Jay Stricklin. Trey Reed.
Ingrid Daaboul, Renee Bates, and Alex Ziegler. L. McCoy photo
106 Student LifeLet’s Hear It!
“Where’s the recruiting officer?” asks Steve Budd, Derek Dunaway, Trey Reed. Joe Primo,
and Alex Ziegler. L. McCoy photo
Kim Eitze shows that she loves the rams. C. DuPlain photo
Every' morning on a game day, the Elsik
gym becomes a roar of excitement with
blue and white pom poms, streamers, and
signs. Ram fans pour in to show their
lasting spirit and support for the varsity
football team.
The Revelliers performed at two pep
rallies, doing a punk rock routine to
“Heartbrcakcr”, and at the homecoming
pep rally, performed a football routine to
“Rage in the Cage.” At other times, the
cheerleaders did skits involving varsity-
players that always turned out to be a good
laugh.
For the Northbrook game, the AM
radio station 79Q attended our pep rally.
Their support seemed to help for that
night we beat Northbrook 26-12.
The pep rallies opened with the Ram
Band playing the fight song, and closed
with the familiar words, “. . . home of
white and blue!”, from the Alma
Marter.
by Colleen Baker
Build that spirit up! - Varsity Cheerleaders. C.
DuPlain photo
Pep Rallies 107Crowning Achievement
Laurie
Boydstun
1982 Homecoming proved to be a vci
special one for Laurie Boydstun and hi
family. Running against four othi
well-known senior girls. Kristi Skinner, Line
Harrover, Chris Burt, and Kim Kao. Laur
was crowned Homecoming Queen.
Known throughout Elsik for hi
achievements in track and her fricndlincs
Laurie seems to possess more than beauty. 1
fact, she is an active varsity cheerleader wh
still finds time for FCA. As her good frienc
Christy Mata and Yui Choc put it. "Everyor
likes Laurie.”
As in the previous years. Duchesses wei
chosen from each grade level; Lisa Locke, lit;
Leslie Lawless. 10th; and Michelle William
9th. All three arc actively involved in schoi
sponsored activities.
by Yui Choc
Lisa IxKke I eslie Lawless Michelle Williams
108 Student Life
Homecoming 109Coach Pless encourages the fans to support the mighty Rams
The 1982 Band Sweetheart Karla Sorlcy receives the bouquet of
roses from Kim Terry, last year's winner.
Senior Debbie Strube shows how fun it is to be wearing three mums at the same
time.
Toni Bono. Robin Romero, and Deidre Chema hurl their flags to perfection during half
time.
Kris Steele shows off her leg while date Alex Carver is glad to hold it E|sjk fans awajt announccmenl 0f their queen.
110 Student LifeA tradition in Elsik every year, the beautiful mums are a part of Homecoming
everyone loves.
A
Festive
Occasion
A splendid air of festivity spread like
wild fire as Elsik began its Homecoming
day with a tremendous pep rally. Students
wasted no time showing the Rams that
they were behind them 100%. With
winning on their minds, the Rams fought
on hard at the game. Although Elsik lost
the game by four points, it could not
hinder the players and the fans from
feeling triumphant, for they knew they
had attempted their best.
After thegamc, Elsik celebrated its 1982
Homecoming with a successful dance
sponsored by the Senior class. It was held
at the Elsik North cafeteria with a big
turnout. The senior decorating commit-
tee worked hard to dress up the cafeteria
all in beautiful blue and white trimmings.
Allinall.asscniorCindy Benissumsitup:
“The dance was very enjoyable with many
people, and the music was great."
by Yui Choe
Jose Mata shows who’s number one after a successful defensive play against the Melinda Palmer, Terry Fisher, and Becky Whitington do the
Spartans. cotton-eyed Joe on the dance floor.
Homecoming 111It was finally here. On Friday,
November 5,1982, the Elsik Rams played
their last football game. As always it was
against our biggest rival, the Hastings
Bears.
Spirit and enthusiasm was generated
for the game not only on Friday, but all
through the week. The Student Congress
sponsored a spirit week.
A different style of clothing was
designated to wear on each day of the
week. This contributed to the abundance
of spirit that was shown.
In the halls, the Fight Song, which could
be heard over the intercom between
classes, was joined by students with such
cheers as “Eat more bear meat!” and
“Beat the Bears!”
Even though we lost the game, the
Rams put up a good fight against the
Bears, with the final score being Bears
21-Rams 14.
Ram spirit showed that this football
season had been one of our most exciting.
Our spirit lasted not only during the
season, but all through the year, proving
to everyone that Elsik is still Number
One!
by COLLEEN BAKER
Juniors Kara Kellogg, Barbara Benis, Debbie
Harris, and Leslie Sims show iheir “Junior
Rockers” spirit. C. DuPIain photo.
112 Student Life
The Rivalry Continues
We've got spirit, yes we do! - Seniors. C. DuPIain photo.
Who's the best, in the land? Alicf Elsik Marching Band! C. DuPIain photo.The TRUE pride of Alicf! - Revellicrs. C. Duplain photo
"Disco Sammv!” - Sammy O’Brient dances with Rocky
Ram Kathic Lanagan. C. Duplain photo
Rival Week 113
Tension on the faces of fans shows that “we still believe!” C. Bell photoSENIORS
Seniors
Unbeaten
Each year rivalry between the juniors and
seniors reaches a peak during Powder PufT.
On November 18, the Senior Commandos,
decked out in camoflauge, challenged the
Junior Kamikazes, wearing white armbands
and red shirts, to a rough and tumble game
of flag football.
It was a tough game for the Kamikazes
because they were up against the only team
that ever won in their junior year. In the end,
the seniors came out on top with a score of
26-14. It was a fun night for all with the Blue
Bombers and the cheerleaders entertaining
the crowd. The hard work at the practices
and the spirit at the pep rally paid offfor both
teams.
As senior Ruthie Garcia said, “It’s a great
way to end the football season. Also it gives
the girls a chance to become closer with the
coaches and fellow players.”
by Marie
A bay a
At halftime. Blue Bombers Brian Dillings, Nolan Woodall. Fred Peterson,
and Atul Shah dance to “Do You Wanna Touch.” C. DuPlain photo.
Grinding out yardage, Lisa Kite tries to escape Sharon Orsak and
Barbara Benis. C. DuPlain photo.
At the pep rally, the junior cheerleaders show their undeniable spirit. C. DuPlain Senior offensive players. Maria Ycyillc. Lori
P 010- Gilbert, and Cindy Benis, discuss plays during
practice. C. DuPlain photo.
114 Student LifeJunior linemen listen to quarterback Dondra Dunaway before she starts the play. C. DuPlain photo.
Jolanda Jones lookson as Lynicc Lawless reaches for Kara Kellogg’s
flag and Commando Jackie Hurosky runs from the backficld. C.
DuPlain photo.
The senior cheerleaders flaunt new found pyramid
building talent. C. DuPlain photo.
Powder Puff 115
uomnr
Prince Dauntless (Jeff Montgomery) and the Court arc amazed at Fred’s (Tcri Thornton)
extraordinary talents. N. St. Clair photo
“Mattress” leaves impression
The Drama Department's first major
production for this year was the musical
"Once U pon A Mattress;” the story of the
"Princess and the Pea” jazzed up with
music.
The show was a huge success enjoyed by
both adults and children. The chorus was
extremely well cast as were the leads.
The end of the first act featured two
show-stopping numbers. One was the
"Spanish Panic,” an absolutely ex-
hausting dance where all of the dancers
eventually collapse; and the other was the
“Song of Love,” in which the poor
Princess had to do everything from lifting
a large weight to flipping the Prince on his
back.
Act two featured a dance that was done
by the Jester, with the help of his father's
shadow.
The show ran November 19-20 and
there was a special half-price student
matinee during which several of the
middle school drama clubs attended.
"The entire cast and crew of"Mattrcss"
feels that it was one of the best
productions in Elsik's history.” said Mr.
Neil St. Clair, director.
Heidi Aydelott said, “1 loved it! it was
alot of hard work but it was worth it in the
end.”
Rodney Cuellar, who played Sir Harry
felt. "The show was exquisitely cast and
exceptionally directed!”
Chris Lundquist. who also had a lead
said. “Everyone in the cast was so good to
work with.”
Several administrators from the
Theater Under The Stars said that it was
one of the best high school productions
they had ever seen.
by Chris Ayres
KinR Sextimus (Chris Hrubesh) watches asQucen Aggra vain (Anne Bcvcroth) gets her just desserts.
Chris Evertte and Student Director Lujcan
Kricsncr break during tryouts. P. KufTel photo.
116 Student LifePrincess Winnefred (Teri Thornton) demonstrates to Prince Dauntless (JefT Montgomery) her Sally Dipasupiland Brian Rivcsincostumcfor
determination to pass any test. N. St. Clair photo. dress rehearsal. C. Bell photo.
Drama Play 117The story behind the star
“Biggest high in the world for me is to hear
an audience laugh and applaud. It’s one of
the best feelings I’ve ever felt.’’These are the
words of Chris Ayres, one of the most
distinguished performers in the Elsik High
School Drama department.
His very first inspiraton to act was
triggered by Roddy McDowell and Vincent
Price’s stunning performances on the
screen. Thereafter, he knew his heart had
succumbed to the “theatre,” which he
defines as a realm of life where fantasy can
become reality. He has since done over 100
plays during his eleven years of intense
involvement in the theatre. One of the peak
moments in his career was the 1981 State
speech tournament. As a result of his
outstanding performance playing Dudley
Moore in “Beyond the Fringe,” one of the
judges beamed that “Dudley deserves an
Oscar. He’s a ten.”
However, Chris has had some less than
spectacular times. Once he was criticized for
being too short, thus preventing him from
winning that role. He rcmincsces, “I was
mad after all, wasn’t Napoleon short?”
And, what is his opinion about the Elsik
Drama Department? Chris declares, “Mr.
St. Claire is one of the best directors that
we’ve ever had. Everyone is enjoying a great
year.”
He adds, “Mr. St.Clairc is more than
merely a teacher. He’s a real friend who cares
alot about the students he works with.”
Interestingly enough, his favorite colors
are red and black. The red symbolizes
passion and ambition, which perfectly
matches his personality. In fact, his visions
for the future arc quite firm: “I want to be
like Danny Kaye is on Broadway.”
So, he has talent, ability, and years of
invaluable experience, the ingredients that
spell success. But what does he feel about life
in general? Of course: “All the world is a
stage. .
by Yui Choe
118 Feature: Chris AyresPERFORMERS
Jazz It Up
Spotlights and audiences, glamour and
praise. Performing is much more than that.
Just ask those who know best - the
entertainers! Freshman or Senior. North or
South, nothing could matter less when the
lights are blinding your eyes and nerves have
overtaken your senses.
Charles Stinneford speaks for the others
when he says. “Performing is a way of
expressing yourself without feeling many
oftsidc pressures. It allows you to be yourself
and feel good about what you're doing.’’Atul
Shah adds that his involvement with the band
“has been morethan worth theexpenseoflime
and efTort."
Gruelling practice and long hours of
preparation arc. Plain and simple, hard work.
But do these students mind? Ofeourse not!! As
Debbie Strube puts it. "Even though Revies is
a lot of hard work, when you bring home a
sweepstakes trophy, it’s worth it." A true
performer can suffer months of getting ready
for that one big chance. When the applause
sounds or the award is received, they arc repaid
for their efforts.
Soon after, they arc revived from their
exhaustion and arc ready to start all over again.
Most would tell you it’s work disguised as fun.
but we really know it’s the other way
around.
Laurie Boydstun comments that “cheer-
leading is a lot of hard w ork and takes up a lot
of time, but it’s also a lot of fun!"
by Debbie Strube
i.aurie BovdM) n - Cheerleading
Charles Stinneford - Drama and Speech
Atul Shah - Ram Band
Mindy Campbell and Leslie Lawless help fire up the
football crowd.
Fred Petersen and Carla Sorlcy practice their solos
for the infamous Hastings game.
Debbie Strube - Revellicrs
Feature: Performers 119Who's the best in the land, Alief Elsik Marching Band. P.
Kuflle photo
Revelliers in top formation at Foley's Thanksgiving Day Parade. P. Ruffle photo
Dodge Trucks are "Ram Tough"! C. DuPlain photo
120 Student LifeAlief on Parade
Everyone loves a parade and Elsik
students are no exception ! The Band,
Revellicrs and Cheerleaders participated
in the Alief Autumn Festival parade.
The Alief Autumn Festival isan annual
celebration held every October to
announce the coming of Fall to Alief. It
begins with the parade starting at
Chancellor Elementary and ends at the
Alief Athletic Complex.
Participants in the parade arc various
drill teams, bands, cheerleaders, dance
companies, area merchants, congress-
men, radio station DJ's. and area police
and fire department personnel.
The Festival itself takes place at Amity
Park, the permanent location of the
previous eight festivals.
At Amity Park you can enjoy the many
sights and sounds that go on all weekend,
such as a variety of foods, merchants
selling their wares and the
country-western dance on Saturday night.
The Festival proves to be a big success
every year.
The Foley's Thanksgiving Day Parade
is also an annual parade that the Revics
and Band perform in. The parade was
televised on Channel 11 this year. This is
an Honor for Elsik, because in order to
perform in the parade one must be asked
by invitation only.
by Christy Mata
Cheerleaders chant before the parade. C. DuPlain photo
Camera Shy? Revies before the parade. C. Bell photo Fighting.against the wind to do her best in the
Foley s Thanksgiving Day Parade is Karen
Bauer. P. Kufile photo
Parades 121Fast Times at Elsik High
apathy: Senior feeling
Hair-rendous styles
Warmin’ up
A new awareness of physical fitness boomed
through the halls of Elsik. People began
jogging, exercising and working out in their
spare time. Of course, people had to dress for
the occasion - legwarmers, leotards, tights, and
sweats became everyday apparel. Of these fads
only legwarmers were worn to school because
of our AISD dress code, but off campus,
exercise clothes were the rage.
18: the age of legality
later days: later on
A favorite fad was
buttons as shown by
Justus Taylor as he
modeled some of the
more popular ones.
A popular style.
infamous: badly famous
B.F.E.: far away (boonies)
Hair. The variety was there -
wavy, curly, straight, blonde, brun-
ette. red. Punker’s hair ranged from
pink to purple to bright yellow and
always stuck up at least 2 inches.
Preppic hair was a bit more
The newest thing in hair.
conservative - neat short, basic
colors. These were the extremes, and
most people fit somewhere in
between. Girl’s hair usually ranged
from short to shoulder length and
was worn permed, curled, naturally
curly or sometimes just plain
straight. For guys, it was just below
the cars, but ranged from the "burr"
to shoulder length hair neatly
groomed. The rule for hair is: almost
anything goes.
Hair-rendous!
122 Student Life“New-Wavers”
New Wave music has made a big
splash at Elsik in the last couple of years.
It just this year became an influence on
the dress of Elsik’s students. New
Wavers prided themselves on their
many unusual clothes and hairstyles
that made them unique. Cropped and
dyed hair became more "normal" as the
year went by. They went for the more
casual look of jeans and decorated
t-shirts. Their accessories also set them
apart - buttons, safety pins, chains, and
bandanas just to name a few. And so a
new clique was formed.
it’s been real: fun, but not real fun
New Wavers: non-violent punkers.
whipped: hooked on someone
Cuddly creatures
Those adorable little creatures
that helped us escape into unreality
have become extremely popular.
Everywhere you looked there was an
E.T. shirt, a Garfield Poster ora little
Smurf playing football or tennis.
E.T. is the Extra-Terrestrial being
who is so ugly that he’s cute. Garfield
is the laziest cat. Smurfs arc cute little
blue beings that bring happiness and
peace to the world.
News and blues
Several things happened this year
that made headlines in our newspapers.
The biggest event was the
"Extra-Strength Tylenol Tragedy”. It
started in Chicago in the fall of’82 when
someone tampered with the capsules by
adding cyanide to them and then
placing the product back on the shelf.
The results were devastating - seven
people lost their lives.
A recession plagued the country
creating unemployment and hard times
for everyone. President Reagan, who
was elected in 1980. cut back on various
social programs, including social
security and college funding.
The Equal Rights Amendment was
defeated in the second session of the
97th Congress - it failed to receive the
two-thirds vote it needed to pass.
Texas brought back capitol
punishment by having the first man to
be executed by lethal injection.
On a more positive note. Kathy
Whitmycr was sworn in as Houston's
first female mayor.
Eye of the Tiger
We Got the Beat
Centerfold
Up Where We Belong
Open Arms
Freeze Frame
Everybody Wants You
Only Time Will Tell
Don’t You Want Me
Heat of the Moment
Don’t Stop Believing
Rock the Casbah
Pressure
Hurt So Good
New Wave
Goody Two
I Want Candy
Space Age
TV
Nobody
Still Taking
Chances
Sure Feels Like
Close Enough to
Just You 3nd I
Hey Baby
Like Nothing
Ever Happened
Some Memories
Just Won’t Die
Fool Hearted
Memory
Love Will Turn
You Around
Fads and Fashion 123THE COST OF BEING A STUDENT
With our economy, the cost of basic necessities became more important to Students. Here is a light
sampling of Elsik’s “Cost of Living.”
Movies - $4.50
Rodeo - $4-8
Elsik football - $2-4
Astro’s - $7.50
Oilers - $11.00
Concerts - $10.75 - 20.00
Minimum wage - $3.35
SAT-$10.50
ACT - $9.50
Cliffs Notes-$1.95-2.25
Gas-$.99-1.20
Yearbook - $25
Newspaper - 25c
Jeans: Lee, Levi’s Wranglers, Jordache, Chic,
Calvin Klein - $20-40
Izods and Polos - $22-36
off campus: a much-prized Senior benefit
get real: said about something downright stupid
work: necessary for entertainment funds
hey bud, let’s party!: what one says to a wave
SURFIN’
New fashions hit
the school as surfing
became more pop-
ular. Ocean Pacific
shirts, shorts, shoes,
and swimsuits were
favorites of many.
The long-sleeved T-
shirts were common
because of style and
comfort. On the
right, Ken DiCesare
models his surfer
look.
WESTERN FASHION
Wearing their Wes-
tern duds are: Beth
Gillam. Greg Car-
leton, Laurie Boyd-
stun. and David
Garris.
FLICKS
Airplane II
Best Friends
E.T.
Firstblood
Night of the
Living Dead
An Officer and a
Gentleman
Tootsie
The Toy
124 Student LifeM. Abaya copy - C. DuPlain photos
Look MufTy, Preppies!
MEETIN’ AND EATIN’
The casual atmosphere of both “Chili's” and
"Gatti’s” made these the perfect place for get-togethers.
Good pizza and large-screen TV at “Gatti’s” and soft
tacos, free drin k refills, and a wide variety of hamburgers
at “Chili’s” made these joints our favorites for after
games and anytime on weekends.
The neat look of the preppies abounded. Polos
grew in popularity. Oxlords, Argvlcs and
monograms all appeared at Elsik. Loafers, duck
shoes, top-siders are just some of the
distinguishing marks of the “Ivy-Leaguers.”
Always demonstrating the impeccable Preppie
look are: Irvin Dyer. Kristi Skinner, Keith
Patterson. Back: Kay Martz. Laurie Boydstun, and
Paula Daws.
TTFYV: Too tacky for words.
Elsik blues
Army greens
It all began when the
Hoopsters started wearing
camouflage pants to pep
rallies. The Senior
Commandos adopted the
look for Powder Puff.
Finally, camouflage invad-
ed many students'
wardrobes. Pictured isGary
Neal wearing Army
"greens".
BELOW THE KNEE
Fashion below the knee grew in
importance.
First, decorated shoestrings
became the craze with everything
from unicorns to Elsik Rams to stars
and hearts. Then, students grew
tired of plain white sox.
Brightly colored patterns and
designer sox became an integral part
of fashion.
Finally the variety of shoes made
a statement about current fashion.
For many girls, low patent leather
pumps with bows were a necessity.
Vans were popular for both sexes.
Female rockers could be seen in
low-heeled boots with rolled-up
cuffs.
Western
“kikker” boots
were also popular
for guys and girls.
Individual tastes
were expressed by
fashions below the
knee.
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go for it: take a chance
Westheimer: if you don’t know this, never mind
bobs: active drama, band, choir members
dropping classes: major symptom of senioritis
royally: in the best way possible
Everyone’s favorite subject is FOOD!!
No matter who they are, food is
important. “Del Taco.” “McDonald’s,”
“Danvcr’s,” “Burger King,” “Pizza Hut,”
“Gatti’s,” “Wendy’s:” you name it, we ate
it. That was our favorite motto. We loved
French fries, shakes, hamburger, pizza,
tubs of Coke, nachos; but most of all, we
loved desserts like apple pies, chocolate
chip cookie ice cream sandwiches, and
sundaes.
One of the students favorite fringe
benefits was those fun contest game cards;
they spent time scratching offthe silver to
see if they won prizes while munching on
cold, greasy French fries.
The drive-thru was of prime im-
portance for getting food faster. We love
fast food!!
Munchin ’ Out
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For your viewing pleasure
Many daring girls wore
mini-skirts and shorts to
the dismay of teachers and
administrators, and the
delight of male students.
These skirts came in
varied colors, patterns, and
textures: Black, red, and
hot pink were the favorites.
Polka dots also made a
comeback.
M Abaya copy - C. Du Plain photos
126 Student LifeJuniors ring in the new year
“Mine was too big, but over
all the quality was good."
Robert Raney
May the force be with you! - Juniors C. DuPlain photo
“Worth waiting for!” Jeff
Rengert
“Traditional but expensive!”
is a mutual feeling shared by
many Juniors who purchased
their class rings. The rings were
ordered in September from the
HerfT Jones Company and were
delivered shortly before the
Christmas holidays.
The tradition of twisting and
turning rings was carried out
while students compaircd their
rings to their friends.
The most popular style was
the traditional design of the ram
head on one side and the state
seal on the other. The most
common stone was the March -
aquamarine birth stone which is
light blue.
The average cost of a girl’s
ring was $135 and a boy’s ring
was $ 175. Despite the cost, over
370 rings were ordered, and all
were gratefully received.
by: Colleen Baker
“I can see myself!" says Kathie Lanigan with Cathy Malone as she turns a friends ring.
C. Duplain photo "
“It’s hard to believe we are
almost seniors.” Jill Willman
“I wanted it the day I ordered
it.” Colleen Bridges
Feature: Sr. Rings 127Young Life
Fellowship and good friends
You Mean we have to sing twice? Atul Shah.
C. Bell photo
friendship, concern, love, and fellowship.
Senior Paula Daws comments, “I like
Young Life because you can always be
yourself. It really makes me feel like a
better person.”
Young Life is a place to go and be with
your friends and not be pressured. It is a
place to have fun!” - Launa Hurst,
senior.
by: Laurie Boydstun
Young Life is a nationwide Christian
Youth Organization which meets every
Wednesday night with sponsor Curtis
Barfield and other leaders. Young Life is
a place where Sophomores, Juniors and
Seniors can join together to meet friends,
sing songs, participate in skits, and share
common beliefs about Jesus Christ.
Senior Sandy Clark says, “It's some-
where you can go and have fun with
friends.” Kim Rainey, Senior, states,
“Young Life is the best thing that ever
happened to me. No one has to try to
impress anyone. You can be yourself and
have fun doing it!”
Many people who have never attended
Young Life consider it to be just a social
event. However, when a person leaves
Bill Gelsthorpe and Roland Romero help lead the songs. C. Bell photo
Young Life crowd watches skit. C. Bell photo
Debbie Strube watches as Collen Baker and Atul Shah dance the
Cotten-Eyed Joe. C. Bell photo
128 Feature: Young Lifeeshman David Perez receives a math award from Ms. Watson.
Jeff Wilton receives an English award.
Chris Ayres receives a Drama award. C. Bell
photos.
Outstanding Students
Everyone likes to be honored and the
annual awards night docs just that. On
May 9 in our theater 59 Senior National
Honor Society members received honor
collars and 133 students received awards
from various departments.
Every department gave several awards
to outstanding students. They ranged
from best Physical Science student to best
Advanced Placement Calculus student. It
was a special night for those honored and
their families. Their hard work paid ofTin
academics as well as in electives.
Congratulations to the nearly 200
students who were selected by their
teachers to be honored for high
achievement in school.
by Brena Baumann
Dipasupil receives an English award.
Awards Night 129Every weekend we’re faced with
the same problem: There's nothing
to do in Alief! Students do the
“usual” like going out to eat.
Favorite places of Elsik students
were “Gattis”, “Chilis”, “Frys”,
and the ever popular
“McDonalds”, and “Taco Bell”.
Movies are usually a good source
of entertainment, but not many
people arc willing to shell out $4.50
per shot; therefore, the $2
midnight and matinee shows have
become increasingly popular.
For the more bold is the activity
of clubbing: a favorite activity of
many seniors. Clubs offer dancing
and major socializing. Most
popular with the “clubbers” were
Faces, Confettis, Z-Street,
Rockers, Fools Gold, and Wild
Wild West. For those unfortunate
souls who fail to meet the
requirement of “proper” I.D.,
“Texas Breeze” and
“Rock-abilies” offer teennight.
A new form of nightlife is the art
of nabbin which consists of placing
various articles ofjunk in the yards
of others. The object of Nabbing is
to see who can “nab” the most
unusual item without getting
caught.
Still fairly popular arc the old
standbys: Rocky Horror Picture
Show and video game rooms
By far, the most popular way to
spend the weekend in Alief is
Partying. Though not known for
much else, Alief is known for its
parties. You can be sure that every
Friday and Saturday night
“someone” will have a party and
“everyone” will be there! After the
parties end or are broken up by the
ever present cops of Alief, students
make a beeline to
“Jack-In-The-Box”, the most
“Another Tough Yearbook Assignment!" Ruthic Garcia. Christy Mata, and Terri Brockman.
C. Bell nhoto
“To our fan club , the sophomore girls." Kristi Skinner. Sandy Clark, and Shonda O’Brien. C.
Bell photo
frequented hangout when there’:
nowhere else to go. At Jack th
socializing can continue.
Though Alief is definitely no
one of the most exciting towns ir
Texas. Alief students hav
compensated pretty well b]
creating their own fun!
by Ruthie Garcia
Those Amazing Animals! Mike Johnson,
Mike Garrett, and Wayde Barksdale. C.
Bell photo
Best All Around Cowgirl. Kristi
“Frog-woman" Skinner aboard lighting,
the Wonder Burger. C. Bell photo
130 Student I.ifeDr. Garris and his head nurse. David Garris
Would you open your doors to these trick or treaters? Sandy Clark, Shonda O’Brien. Barbara
Celebrating Christmas Vacation with a party. Paula Daws and guests. H. Winslow photo
Thursday night can’t stop the celebration of the commandos defeating the juniors. Sandy
Clark. Shonda O’Brien, and Cindy Bcnis. C. Bell photo
The Experienced Nabbers strike again. C. Bell
photo
Nightlife 131That’s Entertainment
The Talent Show, sponsored by
the Student Congress, was held on
February 17, 1983 with the
assistance of Neil St. Clair, Steve
Caporiccio, and numerous other
helpful teachers.
Many talented Elsik students
tried out for the show, but only
fifteen acts were chosen.
Senior participant Ruthie
Acting out “Little Red Riding Hood” - Anne Bcvcroth and
Lujcan Krcisncr. P. KulYcl Dhoto
The Barber Shop quartet - George Harrison.
Chris Pappas. Frank Moore, and John Ross.
P. KulYel photo
Garcia states, “It was so much fun.
The whole show seemed really
professional. It allowed many
people from various organizations
around school to pool their talents
together to create a night of
entertainment.
She lateradded, “All in all, it was
a great experience.”
Overall, the talent show proved
to be a big success. Many peop!
who attended it said that it wj
Elsik’s best ever.
ScniorChris Hrubesh sums it u
by saying, “Thanks to the inginui
of Mr. St. Clair and tl
Outstanding talent that Elsi
possess, the Talent Show was
smashing success!”
by Laurie Boydstu
One ringy dingy . . . Amy Pierce. P. Kuftcl photo
132 Student Life
hird Annual Talent Show
Act I
Elsik Stage
Am
01
Mime
Encore Choir
Karen Pollard
Lujean Kreisncr and
Anne Beveroth
Terri Morgan
Act II
Feedback
Lisa Boulware
Sally Dipasiipil
Susan Swi
Hoppus
Chris Everett
Terri Morgan
Teri Thornton
Senior Rcvies
Here You Come Again" sung by Karen Pollard. P. KufTcl photo
Red Rover, Red Rover. . . Encore Choir. P. KufTel photo
Outstanding M.C.’s-Lisa Boulware and Chris
Ayers. P. Kuflcl Photo
Lead singer for the group "Feedback" is
Robert O’Connor. P. KulTcl photo
Talent Show 133"Hey big fella, wanna come straighten my curls?” asks Rus
Burney.
"Come fly with me through the friendly skies,” says Valerie
Spivey;
Freshman Sale
As the school year once again draws to a clod
upperclassmen as well as underclassmen look forward to oj
of the most exciting activities our school has to offer - tl
Freshman Slave Sale. Little do these poor innocent freshmt
know what fun things the upperclassmen have in store f
them. Anything goes from singing on tables at lunch toescapii
air raids in the halls, to pushing pennies across the floor wi
their cute little noses. Perhaps the greatest part of this gala eve
is seeing the “garb” that the freshmen are dressed in such
greased back hair, make-up (on guys), diapers, and vario
other paraphenalia. Even though these freshmen may geta litt
embarrassed, in the end it’s all worth it - they help their cla
make money for their Senior Prom and at the same time ha
a fun and certainly memorable experience.
by Debbie Strub
Do ya think I'm sexy?” asks Otto Pedersen.
134 Student LifeWhips and chains in action
They got the boogie fever - Jodie Strickland and Michelle Shockrcl.
“The sky is falling” laughs Mildred Morales and
Leah Short.
sik’s newest fashions modeled by Kelly
and Leslie Brooks.
“I sold the most cookies,” exclaims
the freshman Girl Scout.
“Move over Cheryl Tiegs. here comes the next
covcrgirl." Jon Hook.
Diaper commercial auditions - Danny
Slave SaleDemolition Dena Bell and her silver Camero!
I love my truck!!" - Waydc Barkcsdale’s mean, green machine.
- Wayde and friends.
Mike Garrett’s magnificent Mustang??
136 Student LifeCorning straight at you is Mike Dockins’ ’82 Firebird.
Kelly I.uman’s “Love Machine???”
Cars!
“Here in my car
I feel safest of all
I lock all my doors
It’s the only way to live
In cars.”
The Cars
They are status symbols and a means of recognition.
They express your personality and your style. Most of all,
they are necessities of high school life. What are “they”?
Why, cars, of course! Everyone either has one or wants one.
Here at Elsik, there is a wide variety of cars ranging from
your run-of-the-mill “bomb” to your classy little “sporty
number.” Whether you’ve got an old car or a new one,
remember: any wheels are better than none!
by Ruthie Garcia
The “Iloopstermobile” - Derek Dunaway and A1 Fernandez
atop APs Mazda Cosmo.
The Awesome Driving Machine?? - Dexter Webb with his
Nova.Working for the Weekends
The one that got away. Justus Taylor, Long Johr
Silver's, photo - C. Duplam
I really don’t think that’s gonna fit. Penny Vczeos at the new Foley’s. Photo C. DuPlain
Twenty dollars for a coke sounds fair to me!! Dec
Dee Rocha, photo C. DuPlain
Wanna chocolate chip cookie? Rae Ellen Rabe
and Mary San Miguel. Chocolate Chip Cookie
Company, photo C. DuPlain.
My first charge card, what do I do? Theresa
Drummond. Scars, photo C. Duplain
138 Student LifeDoin’ Time
“I can’t. I gotta work”, has become
a familiar phraseamong Elsik students.
For some, working is a necessity. The
money is needed to add extra income
to the family’s budget. Fortunately,
this is not the case for most of our
working students.
Most people find many ways to
spend their well-earned money.
Attending parties, dancing at clubs,
seeing a movie or simply shopping on
a Saturday afternoon can quickly drain
any paycheck.
Most adults work 9 to 5. but students
work 5 to 9. The after-school or evening
shifts can be found at a variety of
places. Most are employed at retail
stores such as Eckcrd Drugs, Target, or
Foley’s. Grocery stores like Eagle and
Randall’s also draw in students. Still
there arc some that work in fast-food
restaurants or even a doctors office.
The minimum wage isS3.35an hour,
with the average number of hours
worked being 17-20 hrs.
With school and other activities,
students manage to keep pretty busy.
Many feel it is a learning experience
and really enjoy their jobs.
The original Pizza Man. Art Mcnendez. Chuck
E. Cheese’s. Photo C. DuPlain
In Tune
With
Working
“Wc get up early and wc work all day. We
put a our time in cause we like to stay out all
night long!"
- Eagles
"Workin' 9 to 5 - what a waytomakealivin.
barely get tin’ by it 'sail taken and nogivin . .
drive you crazy if you let it!"
■ Dolly Parton
“Work your lingers to the bone what do you
get? Honey lingers!"
- Hoyt Ax ton
'Take this job and shove it! I ain 7 workin
here no more."
- Johnny Paycheck
by Colleen Baker
Debbie Strube
Stel ig TT W?sTemiZe Wea PhoVo0110 ’ Taking an Eas,er brcak' Frcd Caldwcl1- Walgreens. Photo C. DuPlain
DuPlain
Working 139CLUBS for Everyone
Almost every interest or hobby is represented
in one of our clubs. From athletics to academics,
there’s something for everyone.
If it’s writing you like, join the Literary Club
or the Rampage staff. If you want to learn about
music, become a band or choir member. If math
and science are your best subjects, join the math,
sciene, computer science, or JETS club. If you
enjoy being involved in school. Student Congress
or National Honor Society is for you. II it’s
performing you like, Revelliers or Drama and
Speech is perfect. Foreign Languages may
interest you, so don’t just take the class, join the
club. And the list goes on.
Most of the clubs don’t have a restricted
membership like NHS or Ramblings staff.
Usually anyone from any grade is welcome to
participate. Of course it does mean attending
meetings before and after school, but these can
be handled by most students if they aren’t too
frequent!
The activities depend on the club. The French
Club may dine at a fancy restaurant while the
Christian Student Union visits nursing homes.
Main events may travel downtown for a bit of
culture while the Math club hosts a tournament.
It really doesn’t matter as long as the club has a
cause to work for.
Whatever your interests arc, you’re bound to
find a club. But if you’re really looking for a wild
and crazy club that doesn’t mind being in debt
and causing a ruckus, get on the yearbook staff
and see how the school really runs.
by Brcna Baumann
Drama’s Chris Lundquist practices for his part as the Jester. C.
photo
CSU and Student Congress visit a nursing home. C. Bell photo
140 ClubsShowing spirit by decorating her football boy's locker is Rcvic Laura
Green. C. Duplain photo
Clubs 141Busy year
Helping out with
sale. Richard
Plain photo
N.H.S. meetings are so fun! Missi Steele and Terri Brockman. C.
DnPlain nhnto
New members are inducted into N.H.S. C. DuPlain photo
.H.S. gang goes to the Charlie Club for the banquet. C
for NHS
The National Honor Society kept busy with a variety of
activities during the school year. The membership of N.H.S.
increased to an all time high of 129 members. At the beginning
of the year, members sold coupon books, which was the main
money-making project of the year. In addition to raising
money, members of N.H.S. participated in several service
projects for the school and community, such as: tutoring,
cookie donations to Big Brothers, substitute teaching at
middle schools, and carnation sales for Valentine’s Day with
the Literary Club. The last and most successful service project
of the year was the blood drive in memory of Mrs. Debbie
Gaughn, a Hastings teacher.
by Helen Chang
142 Clubs“If I ara elected, I promise to Tim
Culbertson. C. Du Plain photo
Discussing banquet plans. - Atul Shah and
Mrs. Wrotenbury. C. DuPlain
cptinghercandleandN.H.S.card. Cherishing their candles. - Yui Choc. Charles Stinneford, Neena Sinha. C. DuPlain photo
iithic Garcia. C. DuPlain
N.H.S. 143Council exists
to unify, serve
Student Council members have many activities serving
Elsik. They work to achieve better communication
between the administration and the students.
In addition the group promotes school spirit and unity
sponsoring many activities which are aimed at involving
all the students.
Another purpose of the congress is serving various
community organizations.
Spirit projects included the spirit chains and spirit days
where students dressed differently each day.
Also in March the annual talent show was held in
conjunction with the Drama department.
There was a change in the constitution in February, to
allow any student to cam their way into congress.
Officers were: Jennie Salazar, president; Necna Sinha,
vice-president; Patrick Regan, treasurer; Terri Morgan,
secretary; and Julia Perry, parliamentarian.
by Angie Shoemaker
Marie Abaya and Pat Regan still active after a long day in
Austin.
Pam Morille concentrating on the Student congress activities.
Jennie Salazar (president) inducts new officersiMr. Fairman looks on.
Pat Regan and Kim Kao enjo
bus ride to Austin.
144 Clubs•«sponsor Mr. Fairman relaxes
a while.
Neena Sinha and Jennie Sala ar show awards for a successful year.
Elsik delegates at Texas Associaion of Student Councils Convention: S. Shah. K. Kao. M. Klasing. J. Kelly,
M. Spiller, P. Regan. L. Fcdcrwish. and Mr. Fairman.
Student Council 145French
The Elsik French Club has had a very active year.
They have had outside activities once each month
from the beginning of school to their banquet on May
17.
Some of these activities included: picnics, ice
skating, volleyball tournaments, dinner at a French
restaurant, making crepes, and a French film.
Each project included some French culture and fun.
The sponsor, Mrs. Hogshead, feels that, “The club
was formed to help students better understand the
French way of life, and we have accomplished this in
a fun atmosphere.”
This year’s officers were: Renee Bates, president;
Von Tran, vice-president; and Sheene Le,
secretary.
Also elected were: Vu Tran, treasurer; Kelly Noang,
historian and Michelle Nguyen and Iren Barr,
co-publicity managers.
Most of the members feel that the year has been
successful. Renee adds, “I just want to thank
everybody who helped in any way, towards making
this year a super one for our club.”
by Renee Bates
French Club members with sponsor Madame Hogshead.
“Madamoislles" listen to a
presentation.
Cooking a provencial French
dinner is Jay Yun.
Club member Dan Nyguen.Iji Presidente" Renee Bates.
arte au pom me served by cook
ira Noponcn.
French 147Spanish
The purpose of the Spanish Club is to provide
students with an opportunity to learn more about the
customs and culture ofSpanish speaking people. They
participated in a soccer and tag football game in
October and had a Christmas banquet.
The officers for this club are: Brian Adkins,
president; Kim Adams, vice-president, Susan Witte;
secretary, and Jill William, treasurer.
Sponsor Mrs. Mendel said “The Spanish club can
offer students with similar interests a chance to get
together socially. It also can serve to increase interest
in foreign languages in general.”
Flowers for the teacher. Vince Cordova. Mrs. Mendel. Losa Kruse.
Spanish club members Mary San Miquel and Jay Meyer.
latest in Spanish T-Shirts Fashion. Lora Hulsopplc, Mairi
Simon.
"Scrabble in Espanol?” Mairim Simon, Doug Wilson, Chris Crotedu, Patrick Cope. Lora Hulsopplc.
148 ClubsLatin
The purpose of the Latin Club is to promote the study of the
lassies. The year has been quite eventful. Last October they
articipated in the Foreign Languages Department picnic and in
eccmber, they had a Roman banquet. They also participated in
le National Latin Exam which was held in February.
The results of the exam were: Christi Yang and Tushai Patel,
jmma cum laude (1st); Marie Abaya, Patrick Corcoran and
melita Yasay, maxima cum laude (2nd).
Also winning were: Erica Change, Joel Parker, Yui Choe. Van
ran, Murphy Klasing, Penny Vezos and Noel Orsak. The officers
f this club are; Ginny Hare, ccasar; Greg Welch, consul; Van Tran,
ad Erica Chang, censorse; Murphy Klasing and Penny Vezos,
uestors; Marie Abaya, historian aediles. Sponsor Mrs. Harris said
I feel that we’ve had a successful year and that next year will be
ver better!”
Murphy Klasing, Yui Choc. Erica Chang and Noel Orsak;
magna cum laude.
Patrick Corcoran; maxima
cum laude.
Tushar Patel and Christi Yang;
summa cum laude.
German
The purpose of the German Club is to be involved
s a group in the attendance of various German
ctivities. This year’s events have been eating at the
chnapps Haus restaurant. They also participated in
volleyball against the other German clubs and
Iktoberfest activities at Astroworld.
The outstanding students in German this year were:
lichelle Williams (1st year), Janis Kelly (2nd year).
ading of the Will. Jay Anderson. Katie Carlson. Kirk Evans. Karen
oves and Lisa Winter.
and Chuck Bratka (3rd year). The German play that
received the “German Academy Awards” this year
was The Wizard of Oz performed by the first year
German class.
Sponsor Mrs. Whitlock said “It has been a good
opportunity for the student to get together outside of
a school setting and have the chance to use their
language.”
“Waiting anxiously for their scene to arrive!” Andrew Davis. Pam
Pearson. Sharmila Solanki. and Tracy Bums.“Voices”
you can see
Each year students are given the opportunity to
submit art and literary works to be considered for
publication in the magazine, Voices. The Literary
Club provides an outlet for those talents that have
little chance to be recognized in the ordinary
classroom.
To encourage participation, contests are held for
cover art, poetry, and short stories.
This year the winners were: Poetry - Eugenia
Algaze, Short Stories - Huong Ho, and Cover Art -
Phu Phu.
The staff has open membership with editors, Kyle
McCreary, Stephanie Zimmerman, and Richard
Hussenini, chosen by Julia Wrotenbery. She is also
the club’s consultant on literature submitted, and
Claire Hook is the advisor on art submitted.
Voices welcomes the entire student body to
participate and encourages all art and literature
contributions.
When Mrs. Wrotenbery was asked about the goals
of the club she said, “We strive for qualityand broad
representation.”
by Misty Bogle
Contest winners, Eugenia Algaze and Huong Ho with Sponsor
Wrotenbery. C. Bell photo
Voices sponsor, Julia Wrotenbery.
C. Bell photo
looking over
Grantham. C.
Staff members Alice Cheng and Jocelyn Casiplc work during an after school meeting. C. Bell photo
Voices editor Kyle McCreary. C.
Bell photo
150 ClubsMain events attract students
The purpose of the Main Events club was to expose
lsik students to the fine arts by making them
iccessible to them. The club has grown from a few
nembers to nearly seventy active members this
ear.
Jeff Montgomery states, “This club has grown
:onsiderably from last year, and its still growing. It’s
leasing to see more students interested in the
erforming Arts. Thats what gives the club it’s
trength.”
Some of the activities included, “Man of La
dancha”, a musical at Theater Under the Stars, and
lA Prodigal Son in Ragtime’’, which was performed
y the Houston Ballet. The club also attended several
dramas and comedies.
The Houston Ballet invited the Main Events club
to a free evening of ballet due to a grant they received
especially for high school students within the
Houston area.
Mrs. Hogshead, sponsor, comments, “Until now,
only H.I.S.D. has received all these tickets!”
Sponsor, Mr. St. Clair sums it up by saying, “It is
gratfying to see young people interested in attending
and developing an enjoyment of live performances of
the fine arts. Not only is it an educational experience,
but it will provide them with an entertainment outlet
they can utilize their entire lives.”
by Laurie Boydstun
aiding the Coke machine are JcfT Montgomery, Teri Perez, Lori Adams, Chris Ayers, Brian Rives, and
ickie Hoff.
he Main Events gang at Jones Hall. The Main Events club headed for another exciting performance.
Main Events 151The future is at
their fingertips
Computer Club is learning about how computers
work and how to use them.
“Computer club gives a broader knowledge of the
real world of computers”, says sponsor Mrs.
Lewis.
This past year Computer Club members took field
trips to Superior Oil in downtown Houston, and went
to Bonnon and Moore to tour their computer
room.
by Rhonda Brookshire
During computer club, Pamela Quach is putting information into the
computer.
Discussing computer is club president. Helen Chang and sponsor, Mrs.
Lewis.
Checking over the computer information. Don Quach.
152 ClubsTourneys attract math masters
Math Club attends Math tournaments given by
ther high schools and colleges in the Houston area,
.ast year they attended tournaments at
Jharpstown High School, Bellaire High School,
’asadena, Lee College in Baytown, and the
Jniversity of Houston. They also gave a
ournament for the middle schools in Alief.
This year they gave their first high school
ournament and invited other Math Clubs in the
■iouston area. This was on February 12. Math Club
ifficers arc Richard Husseini, Anna Kuo, Maria
Kuo, Long Nguyen, and Lawrence Chang. Math
teacher Nancy Stephenson is the Math Club
sponsor.
by Nancy Stephenson
Mathematical minds Snatti Shah and Ava Lan.
Club member Richard Husseini verifies an answer for other club
members.
A little cheesecake from club Math Club sponsor Nancy Stephenson with officers Richard Husseini. Long Nguyen. Lawrence Chang,
member David Hare. Maria Kuo. and Anna Kuo.
Math 153Careers await
Science students
“Science Club’s purpose is to encourage high school
students to pursue a career in the various fields of
science,” says Alice Chang.
“Science Club is to make students more aware of their
world of science,” says Ronnie Parks.
This past year Elsik Science Club members have been
active with Monday morning meetings.
Officers are: Alice Chang, president; Jamey Childs,
vice-president; Ronnie Hazlewood, treasurer; and
Ronnie Parks historian.
These officers help plan things for the club to do. To
raise money they had bake sales. The club members
have gone on various field trips to Rice University,
Astro Hall, Baylor University and Burke Baker
Planetarium.
by Rhonda Brookshire
±
Nonay Ordeniz and Joyce Casiolc stop for a picture while resting.
Mr. Burns. Ms. Long, Ms. Silbcrman. Troy Lee. and Ms. Lee take a
rest.
Alice Chang enjoys a day at the Planetariun.
John Chen, Vu Tran and a friend smile for the camera.
154 ClubsJunior engineers place first.
The Junior Engineering Technological Society is a
lub designed to introduce or expose interested
tudents to the field of engineering. This year J.E.T.S.
ent to several competitions. Among them were the
lookerT. Washington tournament in which they won
n overall first place trophy, and the Texas A M
onferencc in C ollege Station where several club
members participated in various events.
Club sponsors arc John Rufi'and Barbara Pohla.
Officers for 1982-83 were Ronnie Parks, president,
Thao Nguyen, vice president, Alice Cheng, secretary,
and Mike Chow, treasurer.
by Kim VonDerAu
E.T.S. officers Thao Nguyen, Alice Cheng. Ronnie Parks, and
eeling.
Mike Chow make plans for the next Certificate winners Ix ng Nguyen
and Dcpak Bhatt.
ub members who attended the A M conference in Collcge Station
eluded Depak Bhatt. LongNguycn. Richard Hussieni, Maria Kuo,
d Alice Cheng.
Club members Jeff Bryant. Eric Stamm. Richard Hussieni. Maria Kuo,
Dcpak Bhatt. and Long Nguyen, with their Booker T. Washington
trophy.
J.E.T.S. 155Revelliers:
True pride of Alief
The Revelliers had another successful vear promoting
Elsik spirit. The Rcvies arc a group of hard working,
determined girls who strive for athletic recognition.
Revelliers is more than just prancing around with a big
smile; its an experience which takes lots of time (up to
20 hours per week), and extra effort to learn, perfect, and
perform two exciting dances each week.
This past year, the Rcvies participated in the creation
of Mighty Ram fever which included dancing at pep
rallies, football, and basketball games, decorating the
school, and the boy’s lockers. They also sponsored the
successful Winter Wonderland Dance and marched in
two parades.
Overall, the dedication is evident, and the Revelliers
agree that all the practice, discipline, and sometimes
total hysteria is worth it in the rewarding experiences
each year creates.
by Ruthie Garcia
Revelliers in a pregame formation. C. DuPlain photo
Head over heels for the Rams! C. DuPlain photo
Revies march off after a performance. C. DuPlain photo
Dance Fever Finalists: Jennie
West and Ray Schmidt. C.
DuPlain photo
156 C lubsQueen and King: Bridget Revelliers blast off. C. DuPlain photo
Mahoney and Nick Della Pcnna.
C. Duplain photo
Revelliers 157Revelliers
continued
“Only Time Will Tell" - Kristen Hanst
Revies out for an afternoon jog.
The Winter Wonderland Senior Court.
Smiles count-even at practice -
Tracy Rutherford
158 ClubsMarching Band
rhe best in the land
The largest club at Elsik, the marching band, had
. very busy and rewarding year. Under the direction
f Joe Williams and Terry Crummel, as well as drum
najors Atul Shah and Jennie Salazar, the band
eccivcd a superior rating at the LaMarque contest
nd an excellent rating at the UIL contest held at Alicf
itadum. Football season included morning pep
allies in the gym, practice during school, afternoon
narching practice in the parking lot, and evening
ames. Half-time proved to be quite an impressive
ight from the stands. The eye catching flags and rifle
orps added excitement to the perfect formations
excuted on the field. The marching band ended the
season with an awesome performance of their UIL
routine, “Somewhere over the Rainbow’’ which
concluded with the unfolding of a rainbow and the
releasing of balloons from behind it. Thcembarasscd
Bear band stood in wonder as the crowd rose to its
feet for a standing ovation. The marching band’s
success was made possible through each individual’s
dedication and sacrifice. The reason for the effort is
summed up in drum major Atul Shah’s words, “Its
fun and certainly worth the trouble.”
by Brena Baumann and Terri Brockman
I surrender!" - Naomi
Gomez. C. DuPlain photo
The band shows its spirit at the Homecoming pep rally. C. DuPlain
The drum majors - Atul Shah
and Jennie Salazar. C. DuPlain
photo
Watch your step! C. DuPlain photo
A new band uniform? -
David Ragsdale. C. DuPlain
photo
Band 159Live in Concert
Concert and Symphonic Bands
Concert Band and Symphonic Band were both
made up of over sixty musicians interested in
different types of music. The Concert Band was
directed by Terry Crummcll and the Symphonic
Band was directed by Joe Williams. Both bands
participated in Christmas and Spring Concerts, as
well as UILCompctition. Members of Concert and
Symphonic Band were also part of Marching Band,
and they enjoyed the variety of music they
played.
by Brena Baumann
Mr. Williams directs the Symphonic Band. Photo C. DuPlain
No autographs please - Symphonic Band. Photo C. DuPlain
The Concert Band performs at the Christmas Concert. Photo C. DuPlain
Clarinets in action - Concert
Band. Photo C. DuPlain
160 ClubsOn Stage
Stage Band jazzes it up
The smallest band at Elsik was the Stage Band.
The twenty-eight members of the stage band were
the top players at Elsik. This non-traditional group
played mainly jazz and rock music. A first division
rating at the UIL Solo and Ensemble proved their
outstanding ability and also that of director, Terry
Crummel. The Stage Band had an active year
playing for the Band Chili Supper, Talent Show,
Lion’s Club Queen Contest, and contests at Sam
Houston and San Jacinto. Kevin Allen and Marvin
Collette both agreed that Stage Band really helped
their playing abilities and they also enjoyed the
smaller group and more “relaxed atmosphere”.
by Brena Baumann
Practice makes perfect. Photo: C. DuPlain “Little Drummer Boy" - Mike Tisman. Photo: C. DuPlain
Performing at the Chili Instructing a student - Mr. Crummel. Photo: C. DuPlain
Supper. Photo: C. DuPlain
Stage Band 161Varsity Club for boys;
girls stay with FCA
Boys Varsity Club was once known as the Fellowship of
Christian Athletes but they changed their club name and no
longer conducted meetings on the school premises. This was
because of a decision by the Supreme Court.
Sponsor and Treasurer Coach Fyke says, “We do not
intend to fight this situation. We are going to follow the
guidlines outlined by our administration, but I feel we can
continue to grow.” The boys F.C.A. has proved itself
successful participating in projects such as a stadium
clean-up, selling conscnssions at athletic events, and a car
wash.
Girls Fellowship of Christian Athletes made the decision
to keep their original name. “Changing the name is going
against what the club stands for,” says Mrs. Marti Hatfield.
The girls are no longer allowed to meet at school.
This year the girls F.C.A. has been successful in their bake
sales, a car wash, and a Jog-A-Thon for the Heart
Association.
by Rhonda Brookshire
F.C.A. meeting at Mark Shindlcr's. P. KufTel photo
Attending boysand girls F.C.A. meeting: Wendi.Tamiko, Ronnie, Mandy,
and Jo. P. Kuftcl photo
Jogging for the Heart Association: Mrs. Hatfield. Michelle and
Janet. D. Adams photo
Just thinking it all over. P. KufTel photo
162 ClubsReaching out
Christian Student Union is a club that has been around Elsik for
five years. The purpose of this club is to have fellowship with other
Christians, have a bible study, and to serve the community.
Once a month CSU members visit local nursing homes. At
Christmas, CSU was joined by Student Congress for a sing-alongand
refreshments at Bayou Glen Nursing Home.
“It is so reassuring to be with students whose lives arc based on the
love of Jesus,’’says sponsor Mrs. Lewis.
by Rhonda Brookshire
Visiting at Bayou Glen Nursing Home. Yui Choc talks with a resident.
CSU 163Members share love of performana
The Speech and Drama Club is a
combined organization that involves
students from both fields of study. Both
speech and drama share a love for
performance and hard work.
This year, Elsik has built a strong
chapter of the National Forensic League,
which is a national speech
organization.
Sponsor, Ms. Corolyn DeLccour
comments. “1 am very excited about the
growth of the National Forensic League.
When a student is eligible for NFL
membership, it reflects a great deal oftime
and work. We started out with two
members and now have eleven. With this
kind of energy and dedication. 1 see great
things ahead for Elsik Speech
students.”
Thespians is also a national organ-
ization that recognizes talented and hard
working drama students. During the
spring, the beginning of Thespian
initiation began for new- members.
Mr. Neil St. Clair also sponsors the
speech and drama club. This is his last
year at Elsik and he will be missed very
much.
by Laurie Boydstun
The outstanding cast of “Trifles". Anne Beveroth, Lujean Krcisner. Chris Ayers. Charles Stinncford. and Chris Hrubcsh. N. St. Clair
photo
164 ClubsPosing for the picture arc John Grantham and
Penni Siemens. C. DcLecour photo
Watch cloacl) and I'll make these shoes disappear.
Lujean Kreuncr and Anne Beverolh. N. St. Clair
photo
The National Forensic League. Top • John Grantham. Penni Siemens. Chris Ayers. Ms. D.. Kris Steele. Missy Brown.
Bottom - Brenda Ogle, Mona Shah. Paula Biddy, Andrea Sprutc, and Tim Culbertson. G. Wright photo
Elsik's very first mime troupe. N. St. Clair photo
Don’t stick that pencil up your noselChris Ayers, Chris Hrubesh, and Charles Stinneford.
N. St. Clair photo
Speech Drama 165yearbook
staff
It’s more than meets the eye
“What’s up?”
“Deadline. This yearbook copy is due today.”
“What’s copy?” '
“You know, all the writing in the yearbook.”
“Oh, I just look at the pictures.”
Yearbook staff is often seen as that fun and easy
class which lasts from August till May. Well, its fun,
but contrary to popular belief, its not easy. In fact,
when deadlines roil around things get quite hectic.
Its more complicated than just getting pictures.
Copy, headlines, and captions also have to be
written to go with the layout.
To be on staff a sophomore, junior, or senior
must have sponsor approval. A student should
have a creative streak, some typing skills, and a
crazy sense of humor. Most of all, a staffer has to
be committed.
by Brcna Baumann
Clubs Section Editor Terri
Brockman. M. Provenzano
photo
Editor Brena Baumann edits copy as stafTcrs Debbie Strubc and Chris
Ayres observe. C. DuPlain photo
Student Life staff member. Laurie Boydstun with Advisor Osmon. C.
DuPlain photo
One patient Classes starter.
Misty Bogle. C. DuPlain
photo
166 ClubsVocational Section Editor
Marie Abaya. C. DuPlain
photo
“Elsik on Parade” creator, Christy Mata. C. DuPlain photo
Diligently working on yearbook, even on
weekends, is Student Life Editor Debbie
Strubc. C. DuPlain photo
Sports and Ads: staffers Ruthic Garcia and Kim Blankenship. M
Provcnzano photo
Yearbook 167On the
Rampage
The Rampage is a monthly publication devoted to
bringing the student body relevant and interesting
topics.
When each issue was published (through weeks of
tedious labor and a slight miracle from God) it had
a certain look lacking from other school papers.
In mid-March, the hard work paid off as the
Rampage received three state awards. Editor Allan
Deluke won two second place awards for advertising
and review; and Ad. Editor Kevin Christadoro took
third place in advertising.
by Allan Deluke
Staffers Kevin Cristadoro, Craig Klasic. and Shana Greer in charge of
advertising.
Rampage Editor Allan Deluke directs and shapes newspaper
policy.
Either on the court or off, Jolanda Jones was at home covering
sports.
168 ClubsHeroes emerge from murky depths
From the cavernous depths of that enchanted
world, where magic is worked with alarming
frequency and souls are captured for eternity on film
(i.e., the darkroom) come the saviors of the
journalistic world - the photographers.
These are the adventures of the photographers: to
explore new films, new papers; to seek out new clubs
and new organizations; to boldly go where no
spectator has gone before.
Braving ranting editors past deadline, fighting
rabid staff members, able to leap a zoom lens in a
single bound - all to secure the memories of the
common man.
by The Photographers
Editor’s note: Our staff of heroes this year was made
up of Cathy Bell, head photographer; Chris DuPlain;
Peter KufTel; LeeAnn McCoy; and Glenn Wright. We
are forever, humbly, in their debt.
Kudos for excellence and dedication went to Chris DuPlain.
he leader of the superheroes is Cathy Bell.
ith the weight of the world on
; shoulders, Peter KufTel looks Special glasses give LeeAnn McCoy her secret powers,
nber.
Photographers 169Artists allowed
creative freedom
The main purpose of the Art Club is to advance the
members’ own knowledge. Students who are really
interested in the field of art and may possibly pursue
an art related career might be found in an art club
meeting.
During the meetings they are allowed to do things
of their own interest and to experiment with new and
different kinds of art. For instance, the members work
with etched glass, stained glass, candles, silk screen
printings, and many other different varities of artistic
work.
The students took a bus to the Renaissance Festival
in October.
The sponsors are Claire Hook, Rich Aber, Faye
Becker, and Nola Graham.
by Angie Shoemaker
Smiles from a long day at the Renaissance Festival. Raymond Heinrich. Working hard at an art club meeting. Chison Choi
Jay Yun, and Ron Crisostomo.
Faces in the
Pittman, Daniel Scheldt. Pat
Harrison.
170 ClubsNo strikes against them
Bruce Adams rolls another
strike.
President Carrie Smith waits for
her ball.
Ram Roller Bruce Adams talleys the scores.
were Debbie Strube, Atul Shah, and Bruce Adams.
Ram Roller boys went to State tournament in
Austin in April as part of the Alief area team which
placed fourth in competition.
Ram Roller president Carrie Smith said, “Even
though we got a late start, we ended up winning some
tournaments and having a lot of fun doing it!”
by Debbie Strube
The Ram Rollers, Elsik’s own bowling team, had
nuch success and a lot of fun during the year.
Organization in January, with Jack Ashmore as
heir sponsor, brought with it weekly practices at
Emerald Bowling Lanes, and competition in area
owling tournaments.
In March, the Ram Rollers took to the lanes against
Uief teachers. Some of the winners in that tourney
f only it had been more to the right!" says Shanna Poole.
Fred Petersen shows his form.
Ram Rollers 171Year
of firsts for
Elsik choirs
The Elsik Choral Department really made a name for itself
this past year. Under the direction of its new sponsor, Molly
Ness, Elsik choirs kept very busy. All of the choirs combined
to participate in supporting the athletic teams, aiding in
drama productions, and singing in Fall, Christmas, and
Spring concerts, as well as Graduation. The Encore performed
the “Star Spangled Banner” at basketball games and sang at
many other school functions. Earlier in the year, choir had
many students make All-Region, All-District, and Area
choirs. In addition to this, the combined choirs earned First
Division ratings for solos and ensembles at the annual U.I.L.
competition. The Chorale set a landmark by earning the first
plaque fora First Division rating in Sightreading, and ranking
“Excellent" in their performance. Another first for the Elsik
choirs was their combined efforts in the production of an
album of their best songs of the past year. With all of this
behind them, the Elsik choirs have a great deal to be proud
of and a lot to look forward to in the upcoming years.
by Debbie Wiener
Don’t Stop Believin’” - Chorale. C. DuPlain photo
Elsik's Area Representative
Karen Pollard. C. DuPl
photo
172 ClubsA side view of Mrs. Ness
teaching Chorale. C. DuPlain
photo
Choir 173Game fit
for a king
The chess club had a very successful year at
Elsik.
With Ronnie Parks as a founder and president
and Jack Ashmore as a sponsor, the club
encouraged and developed critical thinking and
strategic planning.
Elsik is full of talent and chess club brings some
of that talent out.
The club competes at St. Cyril every Saturday,
all day, which is four games. There are about
twenty high schools (mostly private), and about
seven junior high schools whom the students
play.
The students divide up into teams and those
teams compete against teams of other schools.
The chess club made it to the city finals in stiff
competition.
by Angie Shoemaker
Ronnie Parks and Parish Patel concentrate on a tough Jack Ashmore, (sponsor) and Ronnie Parks, (founder and president). “Che
strategy. is yet another way of displaying the mental superiority of Elsik” Quote 1
Ronnie Parks.
Oliver Tse, Jocelyn Casiplc, Prancy Patel. Ronnie Parks, and Paresh Patel are really proud to take part in Joseph Protomartir playing ch(
the chess club activities. fit for a king.
174 Clubs)nnie Parks and Ron
isostomo take another look at
cir beauties.
Praney Patel and Monsor Kahn. Hmmmmm . . . T-H-I-N-K.
The proud chess club and their awards.
Chess 175A working future
The working world begins to have an emphasis on young
men and women during high school. Some students make
plans to attend college while others look for part-time jobs.
The students who do not plan on college may be interested
in a program called Vocational Education.
The Vocational Education system introduces students
to the working world in areas of securing jobs, managing
money, insurance, character development and safety.
Elsik’s Vocational system is divided into two programs.
The Vocational Cooperative program (co op) enables
students to attend school half a day and then go to work
in an occupation in which they can achieve their maximum
potential. Furthermore, students will gain a first hand
knowledge of their working field in which they can learn
job responsibilities and employer-employee relations. The
other part of the program is the Pre-Employment Labs.
These classes prepare students for entering Cooperative
Training and gives them basic background of the career
they choose. Students learn job-interview techniques,
consumer credit and buying.
Both of the Vocational programs are joined together
through Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA).
Vocational leadership clubs give students an opportunity
to take part in the leadership and the decision-making
process. It also allows them to compete in area and state
vocational contests giving them a chance to sec the value
of competition and excellence as well as to meet many
students from other areas of the state.
Throughout the next several pages, one will be able to
take a closer look into the exciting and productive world
of Vocational education.
by J. Rengert
In Auto Mechanics class. Jim Pittman works with a drill.
176 VocationalHard at work, Tim Wallace concentrates in drafting. C. Bell A Finish exchange student, Vesa Tvry.
photo works in Auto Mechanics.
Vocational 177Deca students Marlene Keener and Adelc MeGaughy.
Distributive
Education
Distributive Education is a cooperative class
which involves the fields of retailing, wholesaling,
and service selling occupations. DE allows a
student to gain instruction on a certain job through
the classroom and on the job.
“Because the job market is so tough, many jobs
require people with experience,” said Mrs. Fuchs,
DE teacher. “The Alief area is hiring people with
some experience. If one doesn’t have any
experience, its hard to get a good job. That’s why
DE can be an advantage to students.”
While in Distributive Education a student will
have an opportunity to learn advertising,
salesmanship, job interview procedures, econ-
omics, and a wide range of individualized topics.
DE presents training in certain fields such as
advertising, fashion sales, gift sales, food store
operation, music store operation and auto parts
sales and services to name a few.
“I think our programs are necessary with today’s
economy. It gives students a chance to make
contacts and references. Students also have
scholarship opportunities,” said Mrs. Fuchs.
DE also offers activities in DECA (Distributive
Education Clubs of America). DECA sponsors
student trips and activities. It also sponsors the
DECA school store which is run by students
involved with the program.
“I believe DE is for everyone. Even students who
plan to attend college should take DE if they are
Ken Bitz disguises himself as Santa Claus.
Jane I c hugs Santa.
interested in one of our fields. It allows the students
to get experience and hands-on training to see if
they really like the career of their choice,” said Mrs.
Fuchs.
For the student who is interested in marketing
and sales, Distributive Education is the way to
go.
178 VocationalTaking lime for lunch arc some food services students.
Food services students enjoy their own cooking.
Food Services
Experience in cafe
The Food Services program is designed to Burger Shack workers take a lunch break,
rovide technical instruction and practical
xperience to prepare to enter employment in these
ccupations. The school provides a well-equipped
ib that is designed to simulate work situations
omparable to successful business establishments.
'his year food services has had many activities,
hey prepared dinner for the Friends of Special
Education and a luncheon for the Vocational
advisory Committee. They attended an advisory
ouncil for student service. They also prepared a
acuity luncheon and tea. At Halloween,
'hanksgiving, and Christmas, they held bake
ales.
Food Services 179Home-
Economics
More than cooking and cleaning
Thehomemakingdcpartmcntisthconlypartofthe
vocational program that is not geared toward
employment. The goals of these classes are to aid the
students in fulfilling their personal, family, and
community life. The courses offered are
Homemaking I, II, III, Homeand Family Living, and
Child Devctopmcnt. Emphasis is placed on
homemaking in families today and in establishing
homes later.
The Club associated with Vocational Home-Ec is
Future Homemakers of America.
In HECE students attend school and work. Along
with job skills, leadership training is also taught.
FHA-HERO (Homc-Ec Related Occupations) Club
is the uniting organization. Jobs are held in child care
centers, restaurants, clothing and fabric stores,
florists, hotels, and hospitals.
In Home-Ec, Amber. Gloria, and Yvonne work on club business.
FHA-HERO members: Top-Yolanda Blount. L’Sandra LaPread.
Renee Kelly, Dana Robinson. Phyllis Watson (Sponsor). Bottom -
Carrie Smith (President). Anjali Mather (Vice-President), Wynctte
Scruggs (Secretary-Treasurer).
Top: Liz Lis, Lori Watt. Amber Socha (Secretary). Dianna Walker
(Vice-President). Joe Rosa (President): sitting: Nanci Mashbum.
Yvonne Reyna (Treasurer). Gloria Chavez, Sandy Meyer. Todd
Gear '.
180 Home EconomicsPresident Sonya Yielding concentrates.
David Shoeffler is working hard but having fun. Drafters are supplied with good equipment.
Vocational Drafting
The right edge
Vocational Drafting is a two year program for
students in the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades.
The class meets at Hastings for two periods a
day.
“I certainly enjoy the program. A lot of the
students from Elsik put forth good efforts,” said Mr.
Martin, the vocational drafting teacher.
The program is designed for the student who
knows nothing about drafting. The first 12 weeks is
spent with fundamentals such as; lettering,
dimensioning, etc.. Then the student progresses to
general drafting of stairs, foundations and detail
structural steel drawings.
“Most students who take our first year of drafting
come back for the second year. I believe that
indicates somewhat of how the course is enjoyed,”
said Mr. Martin.
Second year students do more detailed drafting.
They specialize in pipedraftingand learn to calculate
fabrication drawings. Students are supplied with
tools, equipment, and materials comparable to those
used in the drafting industry.
“Since the economy is not good right now, if a
student goes through vocationaidrafting, he shewill
have a better chance at a job in that field. And the
jobs they will obtain often pay very good money,”
said Mr. Martin.
The vocational drafting course is exciting in itself,
but special items of interest arc field trips studying
industry, cooperation with their vocational classes,
and a youth leadership group.
If students are interested in drafting and look into
this course, they will be taking the ri ht angles to start
them in a more rewarding and enjoyable career.
Voc. Drafting 181Elsik VICA students with their teacher, Mrs. Hin .c.
Students have their own "library’
subjects.
with magazines on their favorite s(eve grezik serves customers at Charlie’s Hi-Lo Automotive.
182 VocationalFor the industrious student
The industrial side of vocation is Industrial
Cooperative Training. It is a school work program
designed to provide the know-how and skills needed
by high school students for entry into industrial
occupations. “Employers like ICT students. They
have a better chance at obtaining a job than other
people because they already have experience in a
choosen field,” said Mrs. Hinze, ICT instructor.
A student interested in ICT needs to be 16 years
old and at least a junior in high school before he can
join the program. Students go to school for 4 periods.
Part of the school day is spent in academic classes
while one period a day is spent in ICT with the
coordinator. “It’s a neat program. It lets juniors and
seniors collect valuable experience while in high
school,” said Mrs. Hinze.
Students are supervised by trained, experienced
employees in such areas as; Auto Repair, Sheet Metal
Occupation, Television Repairman, Baker,
Carpenter and Painter to name a few.
“If sgood to take ICT now ifintercstcd. It will help
the student work his her way through college,” said
Mrs. Hinze. Students who plan on entering a work
field related to Industry should check into ICT and
its advantages. For the experience and skill, one can’t
go wrong.
ICT-VICA 183In woodshop, Jeff Cole finishes rough sanding. C. Bell photo
While in machine woodworking, Ron Lambert wears safety goggles.
G. Wright photo
184 VocationsWhile inwoodv Jerr Hayes and Sam Bolcv
discuss ideas about their projects. C. Bell
photo
Working on her new drafting project, Jennifer West checks the
measures. P. Kuffcl photo
Industrial Arts
Drafting, Metals, Woods
Another part of the vocational program is the
Industrial Arts classes. These pre-vocational
classes are offered to 9-12 grade students. They are
designed to give an introduction to a certain field
for interested students or preparation for those who
wish to pursue a career in this field. In the Drafting
section general, machine, architectural, technical,
and descriptive drafting arc offered. General and
Machine metal-working are offered for students
who like to work with metals. The same areas are
also offered in Wood-working.
The newly-formed Industrial Arts Club has
fifty-eight members. It is associated with the state
and national clubs. It is very active and in April
went to Regional competition. These competitions
involved taking drafting projects to be judged and
taking written test.
As Mohsen Sattari looks on. Joe Lutes chisels away at his project. G.
Wright photo
Industrial Arts 185SALE
Mairim participates in OEA
bake sale.
Parents join students at OEA banquet
OEA students Dianne HolTpauir, Lisa Patranella, Jelisa Young, and
Ellen Bush.
OEA students Theresa Smith, Denise Anderson, and Julie Blades support National Secretaries
Week.
186 VocationsVOE—Working 9 to 5?
VOE is the Vocational Office Education division
of vocation. It is for junior and senior students who
are interested in the business field and its skills.
Students obtain on-the-job training as well as lab
experiences.
‘i believe VOE is very useful to students
interested. It is helpful to the college bound student
as well as non-college bound student,” said Mairim
Simon. OEA is the vocational club associated with
VOE. Mairim is an Elsik student who is president
of this club and very active in it as well as VOE. “I
learn useful skills that will be of use to me in college
and after college also,” said Mairim.
The first phase of VOE is a laboratory course.
Juniors and Seniors who arc interested in business
and want to prepare for employment in office
occupations begin here. They learn the basic
operations such as; typing, working with
calculators, operating dictating machinesand other
office equipment.” VOE utilizes all the basic skills
acquired from previous classes such as; Shorthand,
Accounting, Typing, etc.,” said Mrs. Thomlinson,
VOE teacher.
The second phase of VOE allows senior students
to attend school half a day and go to work on an
actual job location the rest of the day. Students arc
employed by approved businesses who pay them
a wage and train them in certain areas. “The student
has the chance to try an office position that I place
them in to sec if they enjoy it. The business that they
work at and I help the students with any problems,”
said Mrs. Thomlinson.
“I believe the class is verv good and worthwhile
for students interested in office occupations,” said
Mrs. Thomlinson. Students may study such careers
as: Bookkeeping, Clerical Occupations, Cashiers,
Secretaries, Receptionists, Typists, and other jobs
that make VOE an exciting and enjoyable class.
VOE 187F.Isik OEA competitors Kim Patterson, Denise Anderson, and teacher Mrs. Thomlinson.
Elsik in Chicago
OEA students go to Nationals
OEA and VOE held a nationwide contest in
Chicago, Illinois this year. Kim Patterson and Denise
Anderson arc two talented Elsik students who were
skillful enough to try out in this contest.
“I had to first compete in Area Competition in
which I placed first out of approx. 50 schools. That
led me to State competition in San Antonio. The first
and second place winners got to go on to Nationals
in Chicago,” said Kim.
Kim went to contest for typing. “I placed first in
area competition, second in state - as far as Nationals
goes, well ... at least I had fun on the trip,” said
Kim.
Denise Anderson was elected Area President
(which is president over 50 high schools surrounding
Houston). One of her responsibilities was to attend
the State and National contests. “The trip was
worthwhile because I was able to see and meet other
people involved in programs like VOE and OEA.
said Denise.
Both students enjoyed the trip and had a vei
interesting time. “We had a blast. We all got to s(
‘famous’ places, sites and shops!” said Kim.
When asked if they enjoy VOE and OEA, Kii
replied, “Yes. It is not only a learning experience bi
a challenge. Everything we learn will apply to our jot
in the future.”
“I wasn’t one to be outgoing. I was always shy, bi
VOE changed that. It is an important part of my lif
It has helped me develop leadership ability which
valuable,” said Denise.
Kim and Denise are two talented young student
VOE and OEA has helped to change and improv
their lives. They are fine examples of Office Educatio
and a credit to the Elsik Vocational Program.
by Jeff Renge.
188 VocationalStudent Mike Lindley practices welding.
Students learn how to repair automotive, motorcycle, and lawn mower
engines.
GMR
The right
mechanics
General Mechanical Repair is the vocational
class that deals with machines. They range from
lawnmowcrs to automobiles. Nevertheless, they all
have engines which is the study of the course.
“I enjoy working with engines. Fixing
lawnmowers and cars is a good way to spend the
afternoon,” said Mike Lindley, Elsik student.
GMR provides the students the opportunity to
acquire a vocational skill in mechanics.
Students can move up through GMR which can
help them with employment to jobs in this area.
“It’s educational. I learn new things all the time,
said Jerry Pitt, Elsik student. GMR is held at
Hastings but Elsik students still obtain full use of
all equipment and get the same advantage as
Hastings students.
“It’s fun. I enjoy working with cars. It’s a great
way to spend part of my school day,” said John
Jewett, who is also from Elsik. For those who are
interested in mechanical repair, GMR is the road
to travel because of its vast area of education and
general good times.
Automotive repair is a major career in GMR.
OEA-GMR 189A horticulture student checks the soil for dampness.
He examines other plants for pests.
At the greenhouse, a student cares for some flowers.
Horticulture
Plant-growing and bug-killing
The Horticulture program, taught by Pablo
Martin at Hastings, is a part of Vocational
education for the Handicapped.
The main objectives of this program are to
acquaint students with basic techniques and
knowledge associated with Horticulture and to
present related job opportunities. In the course
students learn about plant growth and
development, sexual and asexual propagation,
soils, fertilizers and insect control.
190 HorticultureVesa Tvry checks the quality of
a spring. C. Bell photo
During class, Phil DcShais changes the shocks on a car. C. DuPlain
photo
Auto Mechanics
Preparing for an automotive
future
Automotive Mechanics is another course offered
in the Vocational area. Auto mechanics is an
elective for students who plan to seek employment
in automotive trades and related areas. The course
is offered in a modem, well-equipped shop. The
shop is designed to meet actual industiy standards
in order to provide the student with realistic
training. The student attends this shop class for two
consecutive school periods daily.
Students are assigned work individually, in small
groups, or in teams, and progress systematically
through all units of the course. The course provides
learning activities which enable students to
discover their own aptitude, and interest skills that
are useful in the automotive trades and
industries.
Instruction and practice is provided in shop
safety, theory of internal combustion engines, use
of hand tools, the electrical system,
trouble-shooting and repair of engine, tune-up,
brake application, operating principles of power
train and front end suspension.
In automotive mechanics II, skills are taught on
a higher level and students may decide to
specialize in a particular area. Special emphasis is
placed upon business ethics, development of
personal traits and attitudes, and
employer-employee realtionships.
by Marie Abaya
Before beginning work Viking Sjovall and Mr. Simmons fix an auto
lamp. C. Bell photo
Auto Mechanics 191Precise workmanship is always followed.
Brick-laying student helps form a house.
Building Trades
A career that grows
For students interested in the construction
industry or related areas. Building Trades is the
class to take. “With the high unemployment rate,
students need as much experience as they can get
before they get out of high school,” said Larry
Brcazcalc, building trades instructor.
Each student spends two class periods involved
with building trades and the remaining periods per
day in two other high school courses needed for
graduation.
Training is provided through labexperiencesand
other closely related school activities. Students
learn how to establish a building site, pour concrete
foundation, framing structure, shcctrocking,
painting and other related jobs.
“We’re making an effort to serve all levels of
youngsters forgainful employment when they leave
high school,” said Lott Brooks, Vocational
Director, “And some of our programs arc unique.
For example, our students have the chance to build
a house from the ground up.”
Students who are interested in entering the
Building Trades class should have a general
knowledge of math, electricity and
woodworking.
For the student who is serious about the
construction industry. Building Trades can take
them a long way. “I’ve personally talked to unions
in Houston who say they will give students credit
for high school programs,’’said Breazeale.
Building Trades is a good program to enter for
students interested. It can be a great advantage in
the future and it will take you a long way in the
present.
192 VocationalBusiness as usual
At the age of 16, Jim Ingram has more
isponsibility placed upon him than most
thcr students. He is a junior who is
ivolvcd in Elsik's Vocational program.
"It’s not exciting, but it ain't dull,” Jim
lid. “I don't plan on going to college so
iis program gives me a chance to enter
ic working world early.”
Vocational classes arc aimed mainly
iward this purpose of starting a
:sponsiblc job early. Jim attends school
r halfa day and then goes to work at Sam
hite Oldsmobile as a mechanic.
“It’s great getting out early,” exclaimed
m. The vocational program consists of
vo classes. The Pre-Employment Lab is
signed to give students a background in
jrtain fields by learning through school
nivities and laboratory experiences.
The other class open to students is
o-Operativc Training. This enables
,udents to actually go to a working
Ication and cam money. Students who
re interested in Vocational Education
kn study in theficldsof: BuildingTrades,
lechanical Work. Health Occupations,
rtd Home Economics to name a few.
“Vocation is not for everyone,” said
m. “It's for those who don't plan on
ping to college, but want to start their
iturc early and arc willing to take it
riously. The vocational class at Elsik has
orked well for me. It gives me a chance
» learn about something I really enjoy
fing around.”
Joe Rosa, another student who attends
Isik High School, is also involved in the
ocational Program. Joe attends school
itil the end of fourth period and then
pes to the family owned restaurant to
ork the rest of the day.
"I work at my father's business, LaRosa
ying Pizza and Italian Restaurant, and
ive a great time. It can get frustrating at
mes. but overall there aren’t any
oblems and I love my work.” said Joe.
'hen asked what it was like working in
family restaurant. Joe replied. "It’s alot
isicr working with family members than
lyonc else. We all get along and enjoy
orking together.”
Joe's dream is to own his own
staurant after high school. One might
consider that working after school in a
vocational program can effect grades and
homework, but according to Joe, “My
grades haven't suffered a bit. I still have
time to do homework.”
Jocenjoysgoingtoworkandgcttingout
of school early because it gives him more
Joe Rosa serves with a smile. C. Duplain photo
time to learn what he wants to learn. “I
think the vocational class is a great idea.
It’s for people, like myself, who don't plan
on going to college but want to get a good
trade in their hands early in life.”
by: Jeff Rennert
The “hands-on" world of Jim Ingram. C. Duplain photo
Feature: Vocations 193
i tYou meet a new friend the first day of the Semester.
Casually you ask a few general questions: What’s your
name? What are your classes? What grade arc you in? The
latter is the most important.
Usually its easy to tell what grade someone is in by
certain characteristics. Forexamplc. Frcshmandon'tcomc
any taller than 5’. Their growth stops in eighth grade only
to make an extreme come back the summer before they are
Sophomores. These “miny high schoolers" get along pretty
well unless they buy elevator passes or insult Seniors.
Sophomores gain some self-confidence because they
have successfully made the transition to high school. Now
its time for them to throw away their map and become
involved. At least now they have a class beneath them to
push around.
Juniors arc a totally different story. This is when they
begin to acquire, along with a class ring, the arrogance and
apathy that it takes to be a Senior. Powder Puff is their first
chance to prove just how tough they arc. Hang in there
Juniors, its not that much longer till you’re the superior
class.
by: Brena Baumann
Class ConsciousBecauseof injures to hcranklc. Jill Willman uses6th period
Revellicrs as a study hall. C. Bell photoA bay a, Marie
Acord, Matthew
Adams, Bruce
Adkins, Bryan
Aguiar, Robert
Ahadi, I)ec Onda
Akin, Michael
Allen. Deborah
Allen. Kevin
Anderson. Denise
Anderson. Stacey
Arc , Ricardo
Armstrong, Roy
Arp. Jettie
Bacon, Paula
Bao, Ninh
Barber. Cynthia
Barnes, Gary
Barnett, Terry
Barr. Irene
Barret, Angela
Bates, Rhonda
Bauer, Karen
Bearden. Troy
Benis. Barbara
Beyer, Evelyn
Bins, Mary
Black. Steve
Blacksher. Paula
Blades, Julia
Board. Barbara
Bogle. Misty
Bois. Kellie
Booth, Karen
Borah. Barbara
Boulware. Lisa
Bourcier, Julie
Box. Dwayne
Boyne, Donna
Bratka. Chuck
Brekke, Rhonda
Bridges, Colleen
Brister, I.isa
Brock. Lynn
Brookshire. Rhonda
Broussard. Robert
Bryant. I-ori
Bryant. Susan
84’ers filling till
The Juniors have done many
fundraising projects throughout their
high school years. During their Freshman
and Sophomore years, they had two
major sales: the Freshman Slave Sale and
the class t-shirt sale.
As of January 25, 1983, the Juniors had
raised a total of $1,207.55. They were a
tremendous help during the football
season. Such money raising projects
were: stadium clean-up. program sales,
and concession stand. These three
projects have been the most help in
raising the needed money for their Senior
Prom.
Other sales consisted of the Bake sale
and Car Wash. Powder-Pull' was also a
major money making event. These
projects increased the Junior class
account to a total of $3,346.14.
During late April-early May, the
Juniors picked up donut sales from the
Senior class. Juniors should be looking
forward to a hard working year in order
to raise enough money for their Senior
Prom.
by Ericka Hoss
“Scrub-a-dub -dub!'
196 ClassesBraes. Mary
Bujnoch. James
Burns, Brenda
Bush, Cheryl
Buller. Sheila
Canon, ( erald
Capps. Theresa
Carlson, Fli abeth
Carter. Debra
Carter, Tammic
Ceaser. Mathias
Chambers. Mary
Chaney. Michael
Chapman. Christina
Cheers. Iarnell
Chema. IX-idra
Childs. Jamey
Choi, Chisun
Clark, I .aura
Cochran, Thomas
Cole, Jeffrey
Collette, Marvin
Cooper, Joan
Cope, John
Cordova, Vincent
Corenchuk. Erica
Cox, I.isa
Crain. Cassandra
Crisman, Robin
Cristadora. Kevin
Cross, Tanya
Cru , Linda
Cuellar, Rodney
Culbertson. Timothy
Curren, Carol
Cuyler, Timothy
Dabney, Shawn
Dammann, Janet
Dansby, Chris
Daugherty. Bill
Davidson, William
IK- Anne I is. Janine
IKBiaso, Angela
IX-nson. Robin
l)ifa io. Robin
Dodd. Trevor
Donald. Tammy
Doria, Jeffrey
Dosaj, Nandita
Douthit. Jeffrey
Drakontaidis,
Antonios
Dufour, David
Dunaway, Dondra
Dunn, IKvIon
Dyer. Irvin
Edwards, IKrrick
Eisenring, Britt
Kitze, Kimberly
English, Fddie
Fsbona. Rafael
Espinosa, Fliud
Fspinosa. Michelle
Evans. Kelle
Falleroni. Thomas
Farias. Richard
Farrington. Yolanda
Federwisch, Lisa
Fernandez, latura
Fifi. Jeanne
Fiszcr, Rebecca
Franklin. Diana
Frueh. Jamie
Juniors 197Gaitan, Susan
Garner, Greg
Garvin, Angie
Geary, Michael
Gidvani, Deepak
Gillam, Beth
Gomez, Naomi
Goudie, Carol
Grafton, Russell
Grasso, John
Guidroz. Melissa
Guthrie, Stephanie
Gutierrez, Alexandria
Hare, Virginia
Harris, Deborah
Harris, Scott
Harrison, Wayne
Hayes, I-eslie
Henderson, Twana
Herring, Todd
Hill. Kelly
Hinote, Suzanne
Ho, Nghi
Hoffman, Lyn
Holland. Dan
Holsopple, I-ora
Hoss, Kricka
House, Susan
Hsiao, Nancy
Huber, Robert
Hughes, Suzette
Hull, Marion
Hunn, Melissa
Hunt. Him
Husseini, Richard
Huynh, I.uan
llanga. Jasmin
Ingram. Jeff
Ingram, Jim
Jacobs. Sherwin
Jenson, Paul
Johnson, Annemarie
Johnson, Eric
Johnston. Teresa
Jones, Jolanda
Jones. Ix ri
Justice, Carol
Kacher, Monica
Kang, Sun
Karcher, Raymond
Karimi. Rafiq
Keating. Barbara
Keene, Katherine
Kellog, Kara
Kennedy, James
Khan, Mansoor
Khan, Stephen
Khoikani, Nancy
King, Darrin
Kiser. Kimberly
Klasic, Craig
Klix, Keith
Kohl. Blaine
Kruse, I.isa
Kubes, Reginald
Kuci. Hysen
Kunz, David
Kuo. Anna
Kuo. I-Huey
lackey. Stacey
Iadner, l ippi
Iambert, Don
198 ClassesI .an. Ava
l andrail. Maria
I-anigan. Kalhr n
Iairrea. Javier
1a»v . Randall
I-awrence, Sandy
I a . Iloai-l)ung
Lee, Dong
I Are. Fun
Lewis, Cheryl
Lewis, David
Lindsey. Janet
Lloveras. Gay
Locke, Lisa
Iajss, Gary
Lucas, Jeffrey
I.uman, Kelley
Lundy, George
Lytfle, Cynthia
Mahaffey, Lana
Maklary, John
Manning, Paul
Marino, Joel
Marlow. Andrew
Martin, Mary
Mart , Kay
Massop, Debra
Matfield, Sydney
McBride. James
McCullah. Traci
McDaniel, Kenneth
McGann. Patricia
McHugh. Anne
McIntyre. Linda
McLaren, Lynne
Melendez, Irene
Menendez, Arthur
Meyer. Jay
Meyer, Sandy
Miley. Stacie
Mindrup. Ronald
Mitchell, Deidra
Mody. Prashant
Moers, Ronald
Montgomery. Jeffrey
Montgomery. Kim
Moon. Paul
Moyer. Trisha
Junior gold rush
The new '84 gold rush has come
to Elsik. The long awaited senior
rings have finally arrived, but
students were not as pleased as they
were last year with the outcome.
“The school didn't give you a
variety of rings. I wanted
something different from
everyone else,” said Kay Mart ..
Since the price of gold keeps
steadily increasing year after year.
the selection of rings decreases.
Juniors have turned toward the
unique style that jewelry stores
offer instead of school tradition.
“The school rings looked just
like the guys, only in a smaller
version. I wanted something more
feminine. 1 got something I liked
better for the same price the school
offered, “said Laura Fernandez.
Despite the cost and lack of
selection, 370 senior rings were
bought by Juniors.
by: Ericka loss
Juniors 199Mund. Wendy
Nagy. Angela
Nguyen, I .an
Nguyen. Huong
Nguyen, Trinh
Oberoi, Gita
Oblepias, Avery
O'Bricrt, Sammy
O'Connor, Robert
Orsak, Sharon
Otwell, Jerry
Pak, Sang
Palguta, Anthony
Palumbo, Mark
Panesar, Kelvin
Papapanagiotou. Frank
Patel. Neeta
Patel, Yogesh
Patin, John
Patterson. Kim
Pavlik, Bridget
Pederson, Kenneth
Pera a, Jorge
Peters, Greg
Peterson, Dwayne
Phillips, John
Pickens, Kristen
Pierce, Amy
Poole, Julie
Price, Linda
Protomartir, Maryann
Pulsipher, Pattie
Pyles, Tamara
Quick, David
Rai. Savita
Raney, Robert
Rasmussen, Alice
Rayburn, Bryan
Reidenbach, Darlene
Rengert, Jeff
Rcssler, William
Ricafrente, Joy
Rickert, Christopher
Rives, Bryan
Rix, Tina
Rodger, George
Rogers, John
Rogers, I.iz
Rogers, Shelly
Rokes, Mary
Roquemore, Christi
Rosa. Joseph
Rosen. Willamina
Ross, John
Rothbauer, Neil
Routt, Howard
Russell, John
Sacco. George
Saenz, Stacy
Sailing. Suzanne
Sandel, Brian
Sander. Deanna
Sanford. Rex
San Miguel, Maria
Schmidt, Regina
Schreiner, Patti
Shainburgcr. Angela
Shiller, Kevin
Shinneman, Darrel
Simon. James
Sims. Leslie
Singson, Michelle
200 ClassesSmith. Robert
Smith. Douglas
Smith, Theresa
Spargur. Stephanie
Sprute, Andrea
Stemple. James
Stickler, Valerie
Stinneford. Jennifer
Streck, Brian
Strong, Bett
Strong. Bobby
Strum, I.isa
Summers, Cassandra
Surati. Raxika
Ta, Suong
Talastas, Rita
Tebbano. Steve
Tharpe, Myra
Theriot, Debbie
Thornton. Teresa
Tisman, Michael
Tookc. Britt
Toreki, I.isa
Tran. Dung
Tran. Iloa
Tran, Van
Tran, Vu
Tucker, Susan
Turnbow, I aura lea
Tush, Julie
UrbanowicA John
L'thman, Samir
Valdez, Michelle
Varela. Claudia
Vezos, Penny
Walker, Janna
Ward, Kevin
Watkins, Kevin
Wessinger, Jesse
Wessinger. laura lee
West, Jennifer
Wester, Jonathon
White. Lisa
Williams. Alfred
Williams. Shana
Willman, Jill
Wilson. David
Wilson. David
Wilson. Jeffery
Wilson, Korey
Wingo, Debbie
Winter, Alan
Witte. Susan
Woodfin, Jim
Woods, Dalton
Wright. Kelli
Yeilding, Sonya
YI» Mun
Young, Paula
Zafiridis, Peter
Zaman, Jamil
Zermeno. Richard
Zimmerman. Stephanie
Juniors 201Adams, Kimberli
Adams. Mary
Adkins, Christopher
Allen, Benaye
Allen, Theresa
Allwein, Robert
Armstrong, Cheri
Armbruster, Kelly
Anderson, Dave
Anderson, Renee
Andrews, Jack
Andrews, Theodis
Anki, Susan
Appleberg. Katrina
Aquil, Angela
Aurelio, Alvin
Aydclott, Heidi
Ballard, Don
Ballek, Staci
Banks, Angela
Barnes, Greg
Baroski, Lisa
Barreiro, Gustarus
Barrett, Sherri
Bass, Kimberly
Beck, Randall
Beckman, Susan
Bell, Darren
Beury, Carl
Biddy, Paula
Bishop, Allen
Bishop, Monta
Blanks, Margaret
Blassingame, Henry
Bolmanski, Madonna
Bono, Sue
Borde. Joseph
Borgfeld, Kenneth
Box, Darren
Boyd. Catherine
Brandt, Matthew
Boadhead, Mary
Brockkman. James
Brogan, Pat
Brouard. Patrick
Broussard, James
Brown, Melissa
Buckley, Dceann
Burgess, Tracy
Burt, Allyson
Bush, Beth
Cabrera, Desire
Cadungog. Zeire
Caie, Gordie
Calhoun. Meredith
Carleton, Gregg
Castette. Gregory
Castette, Melinda
Cerrillo. Rebecca
Cha. Sun
Chamberlain, William
Chang. I-awTence
Chau, Kim
Chowdhury, Shaswati
Clark, Chris
Clark. Dennis
Clasen, Juliann
Clayton. Kimberlie
Collier. Deborah
Collier. Tammy
Correa, Lucy
202 ClassesDriver’s Ed.
pays off
Classes with football coaches arc
usually known as “blow-offs” but
Driver's Ed is the exception to the rule.
For most sophomores. Driver's Ed is a
class that is looked forward to and is
usually never forgotten.
Diane King said. “1 messed around a lot
in the class and we had a good time. The
work was long and boring, but I guess it
was worthwhile.”
“The only part I didn't like was looking
for the newspaper articles,” said Chris
Broussard.
Leslie Lawless said, “It was alot of
work, but it all payed off when I got my
license.”
Thcclass isalot ofwork, but thccoaches
add the laughsand jokesand their football
stories keep you going from day to day.
One sophomore added. “Without the
coaches, I would never have made it
through Driver’s Ed; They made it
fun! by Misty Bogle
Cotrofcld, Eric
Covert. Charles
Cradii. Cynthia
Craig. George
Craw, Chris
Crisostorno, Ronald
Cummings, Terry
Cuylcr. Karen
Danron. Timothothy
Darling. Marian
Davis, Kelley
DeCarlo. Christine
Delcomyn, Ward
Deutsch. Barbara
Dixon. James
Dougherty. David
Duckworth. David
Dunn. Stacy
Easley. Melinda
Klepano. Maribcl
Elley, Cynthia
Ethridge. Steven
Everett. Chris
Exis, Evanthia
Faulkner. I ura
Fernandes. Jeffrey
Fernandez. Marcos
Fields, Shawn
Figueras. Zolma
Fincher. Chad
Fleming. Erin
Flores, Jesus
Forbes, Trina
Forrester, Stan
Forestall, Shawn
Fowler, Hollie
F'oxworth, Tangcla
Franchville, Michelle
Frazier, Courtney
Fuller, Alfred
Gajarawala. Kayor
Gantela. Rajeev
Garcia, Anthony
Garris. David
Garris, Tracy
Gingles, Robert
Glasgow. Thomas
Gleghorn, Cherie
Sophomores 203G leghorn. Usa
Godzer, Gail
Gonzalez, Jorge
Goppert, Kelly
Gorman, Ben
Graham, Samuel
Graham. William
Grant. Charles
Grantham, Jay-
Gray, I-aurie
Greene. Iaura
Griffith, Christina
Guarches, Claudia
Gutierrez, Guillermi
Gutierrez. Marco
lladerlein, Birgitt
Hahn, Michelle
Hammond. Kimberly
Hansen, Klaine
Hansen. Tina
Hardaway, Radical
I lark-man. Kristine
Harris, Jamie
Hayfa, Mofaireeg
Heiner, Kimberly
Hernandez, Karen
Hewitt, Rex
Hiatt. Kelley
Higginbotham, John
Hill. Stacy
Hill. Toni
Hinze, Keith
Hogan, Michelle
Hoff, Jacquelin
Hoffman. Steven
Hood, Kevin
Hopkins, Michelle
Howe, Robert
Hudson, Angela
Hamphreys, Catherine
Humphreys, Catherine
Hund. Deborah
Hunt, Sheila
Hurt, Ixah
Hutchins. Karey
Hyun, Jenny
Iannella, Denise
Ihle. Kimberly
’85 on a
As of January 21,1983. the sophomore
class, consisting of 673 students, had
reached an amount of $5,675.85 in their
class account. “Mrs. Goldman and 1 are
very pleased with the amount of money
our class has raised,” said S. Hcintschcl.
sophomore sponsor.
Making a profit of $ 1.952.75 in 81 -82,
the class of '85’s freshman sale was the
most successful in Elsik’s history.
In ’82-’83, sophomores sold pro and
college tankards as well as the traditional
roll!
Ram mugs. This project added $3,571.62
to the account, and the Christmas
carnation sale grossed $ 151.50.
During the class of 85’s Junior year,
they’ll handle the program sale at the
Powder-Puff game and at least one other
money making project. The Senior year of
'85 includes a project, donut sales, and the
Powder-Puff profits. The way things arc
going, sophomores should be looking
forward to an excellent prom!
by Misty Bogle
Spirited Sophs at pep rally.
C. Duplain photo
204 ClassesIida, Harold
Jackintcllc. Denise
James. Robert
Joe. Ann.Marie
Johnson. Julie
Johnson. I .eon
Johnson. Russell
Johnson. Saardia
Johnson. Ted
Jordan. I.isa
Kagan. Tracy
Kavadi. Manisha
Kearns. Carrie
Keene, Jeffrey
Kelly. Robert
Kent. Kelli
Kersey. Michael
King. Kimberly
Kirchheim. Jodi
Kolb. Charles
Kopps. Richard
Kozak. Michelle
Kruse. Elueda
l.aFlamme. Stephanie
laPread. I.'Sandra
Iarose. Paige
lawless. Leslie
let, Ki
Lee, Sue
I.eseune, Kimberly
I.indley, Michael
Lis, Elizabeth
Littlefield. Mark
latcke. Mark
I-ogan, Stacy
la gue, Patrick
taper, Barbara
lazano, Melinda
Luce. Thomas
Lutes, Joseph
l.uu. True
Lynch. Kathleen
MacDonald, Ian
Maderazo, Naomi
Mahoney. Maureen
Major, Lisa
Malaguilla, Angela
Mann. Phillip
Manning, David
Marino. Julie
Marsalisi, Dana
Martin, Anna
Martin. Gregory
Martin, Terence
Martinez, Carlos
Martinez, Jason
Martinez, Marnie
Martinez, Sylvia
Mashburn, Nanci
Masrani, Beejal
Mathiason. Joel
Maupin. Sandra
Mayers, Stephanie
McCoy, I.aurie
McDowell. Mitii
McElhcnny. Darken
McEarlane. Scott
McGhee. Dean
McGrath. Ix ri
McIntyre, Dawn
Mcljiurin, Deborah
McRee. Maureen
Sophomores 205Meacham, Kimberly
Meder. Karen
Meder, Rob
Melchor, Christopher
Melo, Albert
Mendez. John
Menutes, Peter
Meredith. Mary
Merreman. Ix-anne
Mesa, Antonio
Metcalf. Kathy
Meyer, Beverly
Middaugh, Mickey
Milan. Kenneth
Milan, Lynn
Miller, Brian
Mills, Sarah
Minnick, James
Mireles, Gina
Mireles, Zelda
Morgan, Mitchell
Modine, Jonathan
Molloy. Michael
Montes, Mary
Moore. Frank
Moore, Kenneth
Moore, Margaret
Moore, Michael
Moore, Tim
Morales, Ida
Moreno, Alicia
Moreno. Belinda
Moreno. Jessica
Morres, Damon
Morris, Marilyn
Morse. Kelly
Myers, Blake
Myers, Danny
Mueller, Branden
Mulford. Monica
Mullinax, Kellie
Mullins. Robert
Murphy, Angela
Murphy, Debra
Murphy. Martha
Murrell, l.aura
Musil, Ivan
Nagarkar. Aarti
Nagle. Kathleen
Nam, Hyon
Narang, Kumud
Neal. Gary
Nealon. Monte
Nelson, Kathy
New. Joseph
New, Kevin
Ngo, Totrinh
Nguyen, Chinh
Nguyen, Tran
Nguyen, Vananh
Nguyen, Vinh
Nguyen, Yen
Nichols, Robyn
Niemi. Stacey
O'Donnell, Susan
Olson, Stacy
O'Malley. Amy
Orsak, Susan
Otwell. Mary
Owen. Cindy
Owens. Chris
206 ClassesThe Sophomore Slump
Rodney Dangcrficld’s famous
quote: “I don’t get no respect!”
could probably define the exact
feelings of a sophomore.
It gets kind of tough when you do
something to make a total fool out
of yourself and you can’t use the
excuse “I didn’t know because I’m
a Freshman,” or a J unior’s favorite
reply. I’m almost there,” or the
most common alibi, ‘‘Hey! Leave
me alone, I’m a Senior!
Starting Algebra and cutting on
frogs in Biology can get
depressing.
Some sophomores think it’s an
endless battle. Lynn Hahn said,
“Sometimes I feel like I’ll never
make it out of high school.” And
Sue Simmons said, “Will I ever be
a Senior?”
So don’t feel like the Lone
Ranger. If you’re going through the
“Sophomore slump,” remember,
at least you’re not a Freshman.
by Misty Bogle
Robin Williams tries to make it
through another day.
O gel, Gone
Packard. Richard
Packard. Teresa
Panggorn, Thomas
Pappas, Christopher
Pappas, Sophia
Patal, Paresh
Patel, Sapana
Paulicek, Linda
Payne. Billy
Pena. Wendi
Perez, Theresa
Perimar, Michael
Peters, Timothy
Petty, Sandra
Pham. Chau
Pham, Trinh
Pittman, Steven
Posey, Michael
Pouncey, Christy
Price. Jeffrey
Rake. Rae
Rai, Suneeta
Rainey, Nancy
Ramirez, Emma
Ramos, Frances
Rand, Blake
Ransom. Howard
Rao, Devarakon
Rathgeber, Kim
Ray, Jeffrey
Ray, Ix igh
Ray, Shannon
Ray mond, Gu .man
Reese, Kcrrcth
Reese, Ians
Regan. Patrick
Rennison, Richard
Resslcr, Rene
Restivo, Sam
Reynolds, Michelle
Rice, Michelle
Rich. Wendy
Richardson, Thomas
Rivera, Cynthia
Rivera, Mary
Robertson. Daran
Robinson, Cheri
Sophomores 207Soap Sensations
Will David drive his porschc off of
Dead Man’s Curve because of Tara’s
affair with Brock? Or, will Tara proclaim
her love for David and admit she was
being blackmailed by Lefty, the Mob
hitman? Tunc in tomorrow for another
dramatic episode of “The Young and the
Hopeless.”
Soaps used to be the shows for
housewives, but now they've hit the big
time with Elsik girls. Have you ever
wondered why so many of your friends
watch soap operas?
“Because the men arc so fine,” said
Julie Poole, junior. Rhonda Brckkc,
junior, said. “1 watch them because my
Mom does.” Angie Nagy, junior, said,
“I’m addicted to ’em!” And an
anonymous senior added, “I love to hate
Erica Kane!”
These Elsik fans all miss their soaps
because of school and they feel the hardest
part is keeping up with them. Some girls
resort to Soap Mags, pestering mothers, or
even video-taping their favorites!
But one thing is for certain: watching
soap operas can be compared to eating
ruffles; once you start, you can’t stop!
by Misty Bogle
and Ericka Hoss
Rodgers, Wade
Rousseau, Wendy
Rutherford, Kim
Rutherford, Trade
Ruvinski, Philip
Ryno, Michael
Samaniego, Raymon
Sanchez, Audra
Santana, Darren
Saoud, Safa
Saravia, Mariella
Satterfiels, Robby
Saveli, Michael
Schaumburg, Douglas
Scheffer, James
Schmidt, Raymond
Scrivnar, Dawn
Schubert. Kimberly
Schwab, Kerry
Schwerdtfeger, Gale
Self, Shirley
Shamblin, John
Shaw, Conway
Shine, Rodney
Shrout, Diane
Silva, Carina
Simmons, Sue
Singletory, Rhonda
Sinha, Reena
Skinner, Rusty
Slay, Carolyn
.■smith. Desiree
Smith, Joseph
Smith, Troy
Smith, Virginia
Soli, Sonya
Somers, Richard
Sorensen, Kari
Sperling, Ann
Stamm, Timothy
Steele, Kristen
St. Laurent. Alison
Strack, Gena
Strobel, John
Stone, Carissa
Sturm, Lisa
Sullivan. Thomas
Suniler, Kay
208 ClassesSwick. Susan
Swindell. Kelly
Swinle, Melissa
Tanner. Jennifer
Tate, Veronica
Taylor. Jasper
Teed. John
Terry, Margaret
Thibodeaux, Shelly
Thomas, James
Thompson. Kelly
Thompson, Scott
Thompson, Theresa
Thorton, (Jena
Todd, Tamara
Tooker, David
Torgan, Tiffany
Trabulsi, Alfonso
Trammell, Michele
Tran, Vhiem
Tucker. Troy
Umhocfer. Donna
Van, Helen
Vazquez, Charles
Vazquez, John
Waggoner, Berten
Waida, Kimberly
Walker, Charla
Warren. Stephen
Watson, Karen
Watson. Wade
Weidemcyer, John
Wcit ncr. Rose
Welch, Thomas
Wells, Chappell
Wennerstrom, Wendy
Westrick, I .awrence
White, Kristin
White, Peter
Whitted, David
Wilkerson, Nora
Williams, I.isamari
Williams, Jody
Williams, Robin
Williams, Tina
Willman, Mark
Wimmer, Shannon
Winters, Vivian
Woerz, Vicki
Woodle. Michael
Vi. Ilui
Young. Karen
Yu, Chang
Zepeda, Jeffrey
Zepeda, Jennifer
Sophomores 209Abello. Martha
Adam v, Carroll
Agustin, Haul
Aitchison, Sharon
Allen, Cherri
Allen. Jeff
Allen, Kelli
Allen. Kristie
Allen. Margaret
Alvin, Paulo
Alvin, Pedro
Anderson, Dave
Anderson, Donna
Anderson. John
Anderson, John
Ankrum. Marcella
Antonidis, Athena
Arce, Muuricio
Archer, Chris
Armbruster, Amy
Armiger. I'homas
Arp, Melissa
Arrendale, Malisa
Atiqi, Ahantad
Aucoin, Stacy
Avers, Denise
Babin, Teresa
Bacon. Teri
Baggett, Rex
Banister, Craig
Barge. Melissa
Barias, Garyvic
Bates, Jessica
Bauer, Jeana
Bean, Billie
Bell, Patricia
Belote, Deborah
Beltran. Jemmina
Bennett. Diane
Bcrglan, Danny
Bhatti, Iluma
Bishop, Allen
Blaikie. Jana
Blanc. Christopher
Blankenship, Robert
Blount. Yalonda
Bom man, I.auren
Box, Cynthia
Bracht, Chris
Brandt, Mary
Brasseaux, I.isa
Brchm. Betsy
Brekke, Randy
Brooks. Christopher
Brooks, I slie
Bronn. Mariana
BroMnlow, Roderic
Bryson, Kelly
Bullock, Deborah
Burk. Michelle
Burns, Tracy
Burton, Jennifer
Byrum, Patricia
CaldMell, Kllen
Campbell, Kelly
Cannady. Darla
Card, Valerie
Carlson, Kathryn
Carter, Kevin
Castillo. Veronica
Cestarte, Thomas
Chamblee, Rodney
210 ClassesChampagne. Stacey
Chang. Elian
Charba, Amy
Cheng. Andrew
Clark. Roland
Clement, Carol
Cloud. Paula
Coates. Gwen
Coates. Shelly
Collier, Kawania
Connor, Shelley
Cox. Bryan
Cox, Carmen
Cruz. Roseller
Daaboul, Raed
Dabney. Phyllis
Davis, Andrew
Dean, Robert
Dcckard. Elizabeth
DeGruy, Kim
DeJesus, Cesar
Del.gado, Rodrigo
Demontoya. Olivia
Dethloff, Christie
DethlofT, Robert
Diaz, Chris
Dinn. Krissy
Dixon. Paul
Doria. Steven
Drake. Stacey
Dunn, Tamara
Dunson. I.isa
Durham. Gregory
Dutton, I.isa
Flepano, Ixa
Elsey, Christie
Fner, Karen
Fngcl. David
Fngel, Melissa
Frdelt, Jeffery
Ernest, Stephen
Ksccbedo. Mary
Evans, Kirk
Evans, Rhea
Farney. I.isa
Fcakes. Cynthia
Feeney, Robert
Ferguson. Milton
The New Wave
The new wave has come to Elsik!
Freshmen arc being washed in
from every Junior High and some
from other parts of the city, state,
and country.
At the beginning of every school
year there are always new faces in
the crowd; but distinguishing the
new faces and the new Freshmen is
quite easily done, you just have to
look for shaky knees and eyes filled
with terror!
Freshmen will always be as-
sociated with apprehension and
terrifying experiences. But soon
the new Freshmen will be middle
class Sophomores and the scarcy
experiences in High School will be
replaced by the hum drum life of
being in 10th grade.
One day though, all their dreams
will come true because then they
will have reached the coveted place
of an Upper Classman!
by Beth Gillam
Freshmen 21130 Spirit Sticks by ’86
The Freshman class started the
year ofTwith a “Bang”! They came
to the pep rallies full of spirit and
confidence in the Rams. The
enthusiasm they showed was so
apparent that they won the Spirit
Stick several times.
When asked how they felt about
the pep rallies some replies were:
Ty Selccr, “Interesting, like
nothing I’ve ever seen before!”
“The band was great and the
cheerleaders put on a good show!”
said George Fernandez. Kevin
Reagan's reply was, “Thrills-ville
'82'!”
by Beth Gillum
Fernandez, George
Ferrada, Carla
Fika. Sharon
Fisher, Teresa
Flores. Kdward
Flowers. Perry
Folse. Richard
Font. Elizabeth
Frazier, Tammy
Fusco. Anthony
Ciabino. Stephen
Gaffrcy, Piper
Gandhi, Preeti
Garcia. Segundo
Geise, Tracy
Giles, Bettina
Gillespie, I urie
Goecke, Julie
Go, Mon
Goldstein. Danelle
Gonzales. Rene
Graham, Jacquclin
Grant, Trinh
Graves, Susan
Green, Gary-
Green. Rhonda
Greer, Alice
Grether, Angela
Griffiths. Scott
Groves, Karen
Grueneich, Fredrick
Guinn. Monique
Gurganus, Ronnie
Guzman. Sylvia
Habermacher, Cecil
Hajer. Greg
Hajer, Tracy
Hammond, Robert
Hardin, Valicia
Hart week, Tina
Hawkinberry. Michelle
Haynes. Kenneth
Heard. Paige
Heaton, Troy
Hebert, Cynthia
Hedrick, Tom
Henderson, Mark
Hendrick, Scott
212 ClassesHenry, James
Hensley, Sean
Herrick, David
Hilburn, Sonya
ililgers, Kyle
Hoang. I.inh
Hocker. Mark
Holland. Angela
Holland. Dawne
Hook. Jonathon
Hoover. Natalie
Hoppus. Heather
Howe, I.isa
Howe. Mark
Hubenak, Dana
Hughes. Tiffany
Hulsey, Sherlyn
Hurlbert, Julie
Hursc. Traneisha
Huynh. Dung
Hwang, Mi
Ignacio, Gilda
Jackson, ( hantelle
Jarrard. Roger
Jasek, John
Javaid. Usman
Jefferson. Dedrc
Jessen, Janet
Johnson. Derek
Johnson. Patrice
Johnson. Wade
Jones, Eric
Jones. Gary
Jones, Patricia
Jurach. Aleisa
Rachilla, Chris
Kearns. Carmen
Keller, Dawn
Kelley. Yolanda
Kenoski. David
Kerr, Melanie
Kincade. Daniel
Kingham, Michelle
Ki aiar, I'racy
Klasing. Murphy
Klix. Deborah
Koehn. Connie
Kolb. Dorothy
Kuehn. David
Kwon. Jim
I aim. Tai
Iaimrus. Carlos
laimbros, Sam
laindin, Marco
laineave. Paula
I-ang, Troy
l noue. Mattew
Lavergne. Gregory
la?. Quyen
I eaumont. Robert
l.ei. Irene
larith. Allen
l-ewis, Andrea
Ia?wis. Merna
Tight body. James
Tilley. Edwin
I.inderman, Flora
1-ocke. Bret
laxkhart. Greg
i-oftin. Ronald
I.ong, Cynthia
I-ong, Cynthia
Freshmen 213Ixjvciro. Tanya
i-ovett, Victoria
Lundquist, Chris
I.utz, John
I.yngaas, Dawn
Manning, David
Mariotti, Steven
Marque , Melissa
Merry man, Jeffrey
Munshi, Angclee
Narang, Sandeep
Narvaez. Troy
Nava, Ruby
Newcomer. Jim
Newman. Christine
Newsom. Pamela
Nguyen. Bac
Nguyen, Chau
Nguyen, Dao
Nguyen, Minh
Nguyen, Ngoc
Nguyen, Nhan
Nguyen, Quang
Nguyen. To-Vinh
Nguyen, Yen
Nino, Jameth
Nino, John
O'Brien. Scott
Oh. Jae
Orsak, Daryl
Orsak, Noel
Ott, Gary
Owen. Jill
Pace, Brent
Pace, Susan
Pak, Sung
Palguta, David
Palguta. David
Pangborn, I-isa
Panned, Tiffany
Parikh. Mala
Parker, Allandra
Parker, Joel
Parsons, Patricia
Patel. Gitabcn
Patel, Ila
Patel. Kialash
Patel, Mamta
Patel, Sapana
Pearson. Pamela
Pederson. Otto
Pepper, Terri
Peraza. Christina
Perez, David
Phillips. David
Pina, Richardo
Pizzitola. Joe
Porter, Michael
Powers, Philip
Pratt, Shannon
Proven ano, Phillip
Ramirez, Patrick
Randel, Edward
Raney. Phillip
Reis, Olushola
Riley, Sella
Robertson. Dylan
Robinson, Dana
Rockholt, Chris
Rodriguez. Benjamin
Rogers, Ix ri
Rollins, I.aura
214 ClassesRose, C arolyn
Rosen. Penelope
Rowell Walton
Roy, Karen
Ryan, Cheryl
Ryno. Penny
Sabula. Wendy
Sacco, Mary
Saen . Aaron
Saldana, Jeanette
Samson. Jon
Sanders. Carla
Sanders. Debra
Schacherl. Michele
Schietclbein. Ann
Schlueter. Jennifer
Schultz, l isa
Schoeberger, Beth
Scott, Angela
Scott, Kevin
Scott, Ix onard
Scott. Mark
Scoular, Tracey
Scabaugh. Paul
Seifert, Sammy
Shamblin. Kenneth
Shaw, Patrick
Sheffield. Deborah
Simmons. Corey
Skaleski. Katherine
Smart, Ken
Smith. Darron
Smith. Kimberely
Snyder, Mark
Solanki. Sharmila
Sonka. Deanna
Sorley. Donald
Sorsdal. Stefanie
South. Michele
Sparks, I anetta
Spaulding. .Melissa
Spears. Kay
Spencer, Jill
Spiller. Michele
Spivey, Valerie
Spring, Cheryl
Sprute, Sally
Stanle. George
Trip
Tim Culbertson, a Junior at
Elsik High School, was selected to
go to Washington, D.C. March
5-12 to represent the Junior class.
Tim wrote two essays on why he
wanted to go to the nation’s
capitol.
The essays were judged by the
Government and History teachers
at Elsik. When asked why he
wanted to go, Tim replied, “I
thought it would be interesting to
meet the people. It would be more
top
of a first hand experience.”
The essay contest isan event that
takes place every year. The winner
receives an all-expense paid trip to
Washington, D.C. from Re-
presentative Bill Archer. While in
Washington, the winner gets to
speak to the Vice President and
acting members of the Pentagon.
“I feel it is an honor to be chosen
to go!” said Tim.
by Erieka Hoss
to the
Tim wins essay contest.
Freshmen 215Stanley. Steven
Stark, Gidgct
Stark. Stanlcy
Stinson. Tracey
Stirling. Charles
Stockstill. Maria
Strickland. James
Strickland. Jody
Stringer, Karen
St. John. Jennifer
Subinsky. Robert
Sullivan, Monty
Sumrall, Clark
Sutherland. Todd
Svoren. Michael
Talley, Tammy
Talley. Tina
Taylor, Kellie
Taylor. Stephanie
Taylor, Teresa
Tharpe, Melissa
Thomas, Daniel
Thomas, Kelley
Thormer, Karrie
Walsh. Richard
Ward low, Timothy
Weimer. Denis
Welt barker, Tesha
Whitmarsh, Melanie
Whittington. Rebecca
Whitworth, John
Williams. Kay
Williams, Michelle
Wills. Michael
Wilson. Brock
Winstead, Ginger
Winter, l.isa
Womack. Angela
Wortman, Kli abcth
Wu. Grace
Wyman. Charlene
Vang. Alice
Yen, Mei-I-an
Yu, Choi
Yost, James
Zakaria, Safia
Zinzuvadia. Rajshri
Trainer, Ryan
Tse, Judy
Tucker. Jeffrey
1'ucker, Jennifer
Tufts. Michael
Turner, Carol M.
Turner, Ingrid
Vanhorne. Kami
Vcomett, Michael
Viccrra, Roelito
Wagner, Bobbie
Wagner. James
Wall, Raymond
Wallis, Tamara
Walls. Tracy
Walsh, Stephanie
216 ClassesAn Active Staff
The teachers of our school not only provide
a constant supply of homework, but leadership
as well. Our faculty teaches citizenship as well
as Algebra and history. The student body is
fortunate not only for an excellent teaching
staff, but also for an involved staff. Many
sponsor and support various clubs, sports, and
school activities. This keeps many teachers
busy with more than school work, but its
certainly appreciated by the students.
A revolutionary way of teaching in Alief is
AIM or Alief Instructional Model. This
teaching program adopted by AISD has been
taught to our teachers through a scries of
workshops. Their concm for the students is
evident by the constant improving and
sharping of teaching skills.
by Brcna Baumann
Faculty 217
English teacher and Literary Club sponsor, Mrs. Julia
Wrotenbury.
Caroling at Christmas arc the history teachers. C. Bell photoOne teacher who’s not out to lunch
Anyone who is invited to his
house is overcome with almost
sheer disbelief at what they are
seeing. When he told the Drama
Club that he collects lunch boxes
he wasn’t kidding.
Mr. Neil St. Clair has well over
200 different lunch boxes from all
over America and even one from
China. In addition to collecting
lunch boxes he also collects science
fiction novels, plays, records,
bubble gum cards, and all sorts of
interesting tidbits.
Mr. St. Clair has been acting
professionally since 1975 and has
done several touring company
productions. It was in fact during
Mr. St. Clair shows his collection to a friend.
a touring productions c
“GodspcII” (a show he has don
over 100 times) that he met hi
wife.
He has a B.A. in theatre arts
B.M. in voice and a MFA i
directing. Since moving to Horn
ton from Virginia, he has becom
affiliated with the University c
Houston Mime Troupe, th
Houston Shakespeare Festival an
the Houston Grand Opera.
After such successful produc
tions as “Two by Two’’, “One
Upon a Mattress’’, “The Doctor i
Spite of Himself’, “Story- Theater
and most recently “Trifles’’, M
St. Clair says, “I feel much of th
success of these shows is due to th
the talent and dedication of m
students.’’
by Chris Ayres
Abrookin, l.inda
Social Studies
Aquil, Joyce
Special Ed. Aide
Arp. Carol
English
Asnes, Ellen
Special Ed.
Bedford, Glaydrnc
Special Ed. Aide
Bilbrey, Betty
Secretary
Bodine. Debbie
P.E.
Bowers, Carol
Registrar Asst.
Brandt. Teresa
Social Studies
Brown, Gloria
English
Bryant, West
P.E.
Clark, Don
Math
Cochran. Diane
Attendance Clerk
Contine, Susan
Health
Copley. Robert
Driters Ed.
Corb, Chuck
P.E.
Crawford. Jean
Attendance Aide
Crummcl. Terry
Band
Crump. Marilyn
Secretary
DcAngelis, Joyce
Secretary
Dombrowski, Cindy
English
Elley, Pat
Secretary
Esoritt Regina
Business
Fairman. Chris
Social Studies
Fontenot. Faye
Health
Foreman. Marita
English
Gattis, Jane
Social Studies
Gehring. Talbot
Ind. Arts
Goldman, Sheri
Business
Goller. IJnda
Special Ed.
218 FacultyGraessle. Linda
Social Studios
Graham, Nola
Art
GrifTith, Carolyn
Registrar A«l.
Grossman. Rick
Science
Guthrie, Kay
Library Aide
llabermacher, Nila
Library Aide
Hall. Debra
Social Studies
Harris. Paula
Foreign laing.
Hartficl. Jerrcll
P.E.
Hatfield. Marti
P.E.
Hiiue. Jenny
ICT
Hook. Claire
Art
Hostak. Marietta
Science
Howe, Ben
Dri ers Ed.
Kagan, lorraine
Bookkeeper
Keller. Donna
Special Ed.
Knickel. Da id
Study Skills
laiauwe. Beth
English
sych.-eco. teacher
lams it up
Everyone knows that teacher Mr.
Caporiccio, can be quite a character in
the classroom, but few know that he
plays characters outside the class room.
He has been acting regularly since 1976
basically as a hobby.
After meeting some friends of a small
[heater group he auditioned for their
text play. Since then he has had two
najor roles and several minor leads.
He’s been with Gilbert and Sullivan for
four years in “H.M.S. Pinafore” and
‘Pirates of Penzance". He was also in
Theatre under the Stars presentations of
‘Camclot”, "Fiddler on the Roof’,
‘Gone with the Wind”, and "Music
Man”.
Mr. Cap. as his students call him.
thoroughly enjoys acting.
“Acting provides a good outlet for my
bottled upenergy. It also fullfills my need
to be a ham." After all. "All teachers arc
actors at heart.” he adds.
Mr. Caporiccio likes dramatic roles
the best because they arc "something you
sink your teeth into". "That type of role
provides an actor with the easiest
opportunity to display his most talent,”
he said.
Besides acting. Mr. Cap stays busy
building model shipsand keepinghisdog
Groucho out of mischief.
by Shana Greer
Mr. Cap as "Jake Latta" in "Night of
Iguana".
I,ec. Sandy
Science
long. Barbara
Science
Malone. Nancy
Social Studies
Martin, ('indy
PJE.
McCollom. Susan
Workroom
Mcleod. Doug
Social Studies
Mendel, Carolan
Foreign Ijing.
Moncricf, Judy
English
Muckleroy, Jean
Business
Ness, Molly
Choir
Newcomer. Mary
Social Studies
Nila. Chip
P.E.Nall. Hush
Science
Obcrthier, Cindy
Math
O’Keefe, Kevin
Social Studies
Parks Barbara
Special Ed.
Pfeffcr. Larry
Math
Pierce, Alice
English
Pie , Gary
P.E.
Pohla. Barbara
Math
Quail. Don
Social Studies
Ruff, John
Science
Saxton. Richard
Study Skills
Scarborough. Davis
Business
Schreiner. Greg
Math
Sciba. Mike
Drivers Ed.
Scott, Carol
HOSA
Shlller, Theresa
Secretary
Silberman. Barbara
Science
Sloma. Marcia
Secretary
Start man. lisa
Social Studies
Staton, Doris
English
St. Clair. Neil
Drama
Stephenson, Kay
Social Studies
Talley. Susan
Social Studies
Thomas. Maxine
English
Frankly, Miss Scarlet, I don't give a pflbth!
A different sor
of teacher’s pel
Like most people. Biology teacher Rick
Grossman likes animals. Not just cats and
dogs but snakes and tarantulas, too.
He first became interested in snakes when
he worked at the Philadelphia Museum of
Natural History. So three years ago he
bought a newborn boa constrictor and
named her Miss Scarlet because of the red
color of her tail.
At the time. Miss Scarlet was about as big
around as a pencil and not too much longer,
but, with her monthly diet of one rat, she has
now grown to a length of three and a half
feet.
When Mr. Grossman moved to Texas.
Miss Scarlet was transported in a pillowcase.
Needless to say, she received a lot of
attention from the other passengers on the
plane.
Why a boa constrictor as a pet? Mr.
Grossman replied, “Because she's different
and unusual and she's interesting to
watch.”
In addition to Miss Scarlet. Mr. Grossman
also has a cat. Because of the kitten's
misfortune of being abandoned, she was
appropriately named Tsooris which means
heartbreak and sorrow in Yiddish.
by Kim VonDerAuKay Stephenson, I.inda Gracsslc, Susan Talley and Kerrnit.
Setting examples
Remember when teachers used to spend the
norning yelling at you about homework, spelling
ests, and those dear-to-our heart pop quizzes?
Well, that’s changed (at least for the most part),
rcachcrs now spend Friday mornings yelling
WITH the students. Pep rallies have become one
)f the biggest forms of spirit building for students
ind teachers alike.
It is not unusual to see the history department
Iressed up with frogs (Kcrmit, no less) on their
leads or the math teachers covered with Columbia
due spirit buttons, ribbons, mums, etc.
But, some teachers go even farther. Some of the
riorc spirited teachers don't schedule tests and
najor assignments on game days in order to get
veryone to the game with the knowledge they
on’t have to do their trig homework in
jovemment class the next day. Or, if there is a test
fter a game, some teachers clear their conscience
y giving bonus points scaled on how many points
ic Rams scored the night before.
With teachers like these, one can be assured that
pirit will never die at Elsik.
by Allan Delukv
Spirit will never die with Elsik
teachers.
Thomas. Phil
Ind. Arts
Thomlinson. Patricia
VOF.
Thompson, Dorothy
English
Underwood, Ruth
Workroom
Ward. Ray
Science
Warner. Judy
Science
Watson. Gene
Swimming
Watson, Phyllis
Home Economics
Whitlow. C arol
English
Whitt. C arol
Workroom
Williams. Joe
Band
Williams. William
Science
Woods. Donna
Business
Wrotenbcry, Julia
English
Faculty 221People at
the top
Although Elsik has three
principals, Bobbie Porter is at the top
of this chain of command. As far as
business goes at Elsik, he has the final
say. This applies to hiring teachers,
evaluation of teachers and
curriculum and most importantly
budgeting for classes.
Mr. Porter is the principal overall,
but each house has its own principal.
Elsie Keeling is North House
principal and Charles Cothran is
South House principal. Each
principal has basically the same
duties in their respective houses, but
Mr. Porter sees that both houses work
together.
According to Mr. Porter, this first
full year at the new Elsik has been one
of Elsik’s better years. With the
supervision of the administration
and staff and the cooperation of the
students the year has flown by
smoothly.
“Overall, it’s been a good year,”
said Mr. Porter.
by Kim VonDerAu
Bobby Porter - Coordinating Principal
222 Administration
Elsie Keeling - North House Principal
Charles Cothran - South House PrincipalFrank Jarrctt - South Assist. Principal
Gwen Tooke - South Assist. Principal
.. and those second in command
Believe it or not, Elsik Assistant
rincipals don’t spend all their
me sending students to deten-
: n hall and IBS.
They spend most of their time
onitoring student activities,
mdling discipline referrals,
'aluating and observing classes,
lonitoring attendance of stu-
snts and in the words of South
ssistant Principal, Frank
irrett, “any other duty as
signed.”
Dirk Engel - North Assist. Principal
Gwen Tooke, South Assistant
Principal for students A-M, is in
charge of textbooks for South
House, detention hall and teacher
duty for South House.
Mr. Jarrett oversees main-
tenance for South House, all
parking lots and permits and all
students in South House N-Z.
In the North House, Dirk Engel
is responsible for disciplining
North House students A-L, all
maintenance for the North
House, North lockers, bus duty
and IBS.
And last but not least. North
House Assistant Principal Patsy
Hoover monitors attendance of
North House students M-Z,
oversees detention hall for North
House, shares textbook respon-
sibilities with Mrs. Tooke, and
prepares ballots and monitors any
voting during the school year.
by Kim VonDerAu
Patsy Hoover - North Assist. Principal
Principals 223Counselors fill void
“Our goal is to help the students
help themselves,” says South
House counselor Dick Whatley.
Elsik’s counseling system consists
of six qualified men and women,
all working to help Elsik students
with problems ranging from
educational to personal.
For instance, in the North
House, John Hall counsels
students A-G, Charlene Baker is
in charge of students H-O. and
Charlotte Thornton counsels
students P-Z.
In the South House, Dick
Whatley helps students A-E and
U-Z, Carolyn Clark counsels
students F-MI and Ginger Jones
is in charge of students MO-T.
“There’s somethinggoingon all
the time,” say Elsik counselors.
They keep busy by monitoring
tests like the SAT, ACT, PSAT
and TABS and helping students
with individual problems.
The counselors can use the
testing information in helping the
students with personal or educa-
tional problems. They may not
always have the solutions but they
do have the referral systems.
That in itself is pretty time
consuming. But this doesn’t
include the many weeks spent on
class schedules and the individual
meetings between each student,
parent, and counselor.
Counselors fill a certain void
for the students. “We’re not
teachers and we’re not
administrators. We’re in the
middle,’’ says Dick Whatley.
by Kim Von DerAu
Ginger Jones - South Carolyn Clark - South Dick Whatley - South
224 AdministrationBurch reflects on past years
Robert Burch
The time that I have spent in the
lief ISD has been very exciting,
he contrast of now and then is the
suit of many hours spent by the
any people within the district
id thecommunity. All of the time
is not been spent erecting
hidings, but addressing the
lucational goals and objectives
is been just as important. The
tizens of the community have
ways wanted “the best” in terms
‘schools for the children and that
rectivc has been easy to follow,
tie sense of knowing we have the
Superintendent Robert Burch. .
USD
ENROLLMENT
IGURES
2.369
1969-70
7.958
1974-75
13.073
1978-79
19.975
1982-83
31,764
1987-88
best has permeated all of us,
parents, staff, and students. To
know that we arc right in providing
what we can has resulted in a truly
outstanding school district.
Decision after decision has been
made with one thought in mind: to
have a school district that will
address the needs of all the
students for now and in the future.
More decisions will be necessary to
keep what has been built and to
provide for the future.
I have been a part of “maturing
a school district" and it has been a
full occupation to say the least.
Rewards have been plenty all the
way, more than enough to off-set
the “tough" days that were
inevitable with all of us. The truly
professional people that are and
have been associated with the
district make this an organization
to envy. They have also helped
create a pleasant environment in
which to work. I have never been
a part of anything with so many
“self-directed" people. I have
appreciated every' one of them.
Thanks to the people of the Alief
School District, staff, students, and
parents for making this past 13
years so memorable.
MSI) Board: Blanche Wilkcrson. Bill McLain. J.C. Wright. Mcrril Litllcwood. Frank Law.
Robert Cummings, and Granville Wright.
Replacing Mr. Burch is Alfred Hook.
School Board 225Since we are a gregarious society, we tend to
join groups of many different kinds. A wide
variety of organizations is offered at school and
a majority of students join at least one, if not
more.
T o make more room for candid pictures of the
organizations the group pictures have been taken
out of their normal place and put in a section of
their own. This is the place where all the members
of all the sports and all the clubs are pictured.
Group pictures will mainly be used for
reference when recalling the members and
officers of any club. So look here to see who was
involved in what and look in the other sections
to see what there was to be involved in!
by Bren a Baumann
Groupies
Juniors purchasing class rings. C. DuPlain photo.
Senior Powder Puff cheerleaders practicing stunts. C. DuPlain photo.
226 Group PicturesAlmost ready are Kathy Huffman and Della Puckett. C. DuPlain
nhouv
Dancing to the beat at Homecoming arc Sophomores Wendy
Henderson and L'Sandra LaPrcad. C. DuPlain Photo.
Group Pictures 227Football Coaches
Row I: Wes Bryant - Head Coach Row 2: Chuck Gorb, Leonard Fawcett, Robert Cocley, Ray Ward, Ben Howe, Mike Sciba, Jim Parker
Gary Plcss, Hugh Null. Kevin O’Keefe, Chip Nila. Dennis Fyke - trainer.
Elsik Sports Medicine Staf:
Row I: Nancy Rainey, Cindy Credit, Tiffany Pannell, Karen Meeks, Dennis Fyke - head trainer, Britt Tooke, Jeff Ingram, Bryan Meier -
Manager
228 Groups6ZZ ll q:
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Row 1: W. Rogers - mgr.. G. Craig. B. Walker. V. Pham. E. English. B. Lower). M. Pulido. T. Rutherford. B. Carlcion, b. Meyer - mgr., W. Barksdale
- mer. Row2: B. Tookc - Trainer, T. Herring. W. LaPlantc. D. Webb. M. Dockcns. J. Bryant. M. ( arruba. D. Flores. Q. Hinson. J. Williams, D. Garris.
A. Bywater, D. Fyke - Trainer. Row 3: coach Ray Ward. M. Johnson, G. Sacco, S. Becker. T. Dodd. D. Schaumburg. N. Della Pena. M. Schindler, C.
Tucker, M. Montgomery', R. Mindrup, T. Mathiason. T. Lovctro. Row 4: coach Robert Copley, coach Ben Howe, T. Savely. J. Milam, D. Walker, M.
Garrett. S. O’Bricnt. J. Bujnoch. J. Mata, B. Shillcr, coach Gary Pless, coach Mike Sciba. coach Wes Bryant.
Football - VarsityELSIK HIGH SCHOOL
“Rams”
1982-83
Row ; M. Accord, D. Edwards, K. McDaniel, L. Hayes. K. Pederson. R. Skinner. L. Lorts. G. Barnes. Row2: Coach Howe. J. Pia . I. Dyer, M. Kersey.
D. Dufour. D. Dougherty. K. Cheatem. D. Monk. E. Frazier, M. Spivey, D. Burris, Wade Rogers - Trainer. Row 3: J. Palin. P. Moon. D. Ballard. C.
Owens, R. Grafton, S. Black, W. Harrison, S. Woodle. D. Sanucl.
230 GroupsFootball 231
Row I: R. Kopps. V. Sobermesana. J. Horde. M. Perlman. T. Rutherford. C. Fincher, G. Eddington. B. Rodgers. M. McMichael, D. Bell. Row2:Coach
Corb. G. Porter. K. Hood. R. Smith. C. Vasque . M. Willman. T. Smith. A. Young. J. Gon alcs. G. Carleton, T. Tucker. Bubba Johnson - Manager.
Row.?:Coach Fawcett. C. Broussard. G. Cole. J. Ray. T. Adamchick. S. Forristall. G. Neal. S. Restivo. S. Hoffman. J. Taylor. J.T. Brockman. E. Snoddy,
R. Rao, Coach O’Keefe.c
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ELSIK HIGH SCHOOL
“Rams”
1982-83
?ow I: B. Locke, N. Saenz, K. Pitts. B. Pace, S. Scruggs, T. Hedrick, R. Atiqi. R. Brekke. Row2:1. Narvaez, G. Stanley. R. Rios, J. Allen, R. Millsap.
J. Tucker, D. Walker. Row 3: M. Porter, T. Mesa. M. Tufts, C. Wesinger, D. Goldstein, R. Feeney. P. Dixon. G. Ott, T. Smith.
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Row I: A. Delgado. C. De Jesus. R. Pina. Robert R. Beadle, R. Wall, M. Easley, R. Robertson. T. Ccstartc, K. Bryson. Row2: F. Montanez C Mclchor
C. Yu. D. Leggett. J. Poltorak. T. Armiger, C. Archer, R. Hammond. J. Maturan. R. Blankenship. Row 3: M' Poltorak, S. O’Brien. T. Wardlow, j]
Lightbody, D. Phillips, M. How, C. Rockholt. D. Kincaidc. P. Ramirez. B. Lcaumoni, D. Russell, J. Wagner.Basketball - Varsity
Row I: M. Posey - mgr., A. Fernandez, D. Dunaway, O. Moreno. S. Budd, B. Tookc -ir. Row 2: coach Scarbough, J. Stridden, D. Watts,
K. Yust, J. Keene, R. Middaugh, S. Harris, M. Brown, coach Hatfield.
Row I: W. Watson, D. Dunn, R. James, T. Luce, J. Lucas, S. Jacobs. Row 2: coach Scarbough. T. Fallcroni, B. Daugherty. G. Lockhart,
J. Glasgow, S. Harris. S. Tebbano.
234 GroupsSophomore
Row I: R. Rores, D. Gabino, S. Ernest, E.J. Rorcs. Row 2: R. Miisap, B. Wilson, D. Goldstein, T. Selcer, Coach Null
reshman A
Row I: G. Welch, J. Hayes, D. Wells, K. Thompson. M. Lopez, T. Kite. Row 2: coach Parker, J. Smolarz. M. Middaudg, D. Berglan, M.
Becker, D. Wilson, C. Muellar.
Basketball 235Basketball
Freshman B
Row 1:C. Mclchor, D. Kuchn, R. Baggett, P. Raney, M. Morgan. W. Johnson, B. Pace. Row2:C. Larry, K. Evans, O. Pedersen, D. McAfee,
R. Folse, S. Scruggs, C. Stirling.
Freshman - Girls
Row 1:C. Fcakcs, D. Hubenak, K. Skalask, D. Murphy, K. Taylor, D. Lyngass, W. Wilding, T. Walls, K. Williams, M. Williams, B. Dcckard,
S. Champagne, A. Armbruster, M. Arp, Coach Bodinc.
236 GroupsVarsity
Row I: K. Broadhcad - Manager. C. Frazier - Manager. S. Hopkins - Manager. M. Martin - Manager. Row2: Dennis Fyke - Trainer, Debbie
Bodine - Assistant Coach. K. Kellogg. T. Dunn. M. Nunez. B. Haderlcin, J. Jones. K. Armbruster. R. Denson. S. Johnson. V. Stickler, JV
Coach Glaser. Head Coach Rod Brown.
Row I: A. Murphy. T. Henderson. K. Hiatt, D. Bovne. Row 2: D. Buckley. D. Umhoeffer, L. Harrison, J. Walker. S. Ballck. Row 3: Mary
Martin - Manager. Christi Broadhcad - Manager. Coach Glaser. Shelly Hopkins - Manager. Courtney Frazier - Manager.
Basketball 237Girl’s Track: Ramrunners
Row I: S. Johnson, D. Adams, T. Dunn, J. Stinncford, W. Pena, B. Borah. K. Skinner. Row 2: M. Guinn, A. Greer, D. Sander, M. Steele, L. Boydstun,
Y. Blount, K. Kellogg. Row 3: Coach LaRibcus, Coach Hatfield, D. Jefferson - Manager, D. Kolbc, J. Jones, J. Dammann. Tamcra Pyles - Manager,
Coach Brown.
238 GroupsCross Country - Girls
Front: T. Dunn, D. Theriot, W. Pena, D. Adams, J. Stinneford, D. Kolb. L. Fcttcrwisch. S. Hulsey, J. Helms, M. Steele. Coach Hatfield,
J. Jones. J. Dammann
Girls Track, Cross-Country 239Track - Boys
Row 1: J. Marino. G. Cole. D. Edwards. T. Rocha, B. Lowery. T. Tucker, K. McDaniel. D. Naldolski. M. Ober. Row2: R. Kopps, G. Porter. T. Lovetro,
C. Larry. T. Smith. D. Smith, A. Rodcriquez, T. Adamchick, D. Dunn, E. Frazier, G. Carleton. Row 3: Coach Ward, P. Meloni. D. Bell, D. Webb, P.
Loque, G. Craig. R. Ober, S. Forristall, D. Peterson, J. Bryant, G. Sacco, K. Box. Row 4: Coach Plcss, T. Dodd. T. Johnson. D. Robertson, D. O'Donnell,
T. Bearden, G. Neal, K. Christadoro, S. O’Brient, D. Ballard, S. Woodlc, P. Moon, T. Garris, Coach Fawcett.
240 GroupsBoys Track, Baseball 241
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Row I: A. Marlow, E. English. R. Smith. Row2:Coach Nila. N. Torres. B. Strcck. M. Strcck, C. Tucker ?ow.?;T. Mathiason. M. Montgomery. J. Peraza,
D. Machlacc. R. Raney. J. Winston. Row 4: Trainer Fyke. M. Schinler, J. Primo, 1). Schaumburg. K. Reese. T. Reed. D. Scott. Coach Copley.Baseball - j.v
Row I: L. Westrick, B. Harris, J. Zepeda, K. Hood. R. Skinner. Row 2: J. McBride, S. Khan, J. Price. M. Rook. P. Raney. J. Gonzales, J. Tucker. Row
3: T. Moore, T. Sclccr. D. Tookcr. K. Shillcr. M. Gutierrez. R. Mindrup. Coach Howe.
242 GroupsO.E.A.
Row I: Sponsor - Patrica Thomlinson, A. Guzman, J. Young,
E. Bush, L. PatrancIla.G. Longoria. Row2:J. Blades,T. Smith,
J. Ricafrcntc, M. Guidroz, W. Wilson. Row3: J. Berendt, M.
Simon, D. Anderson. B. Smith.
DECA
Row 1: H. Kuei, M. Bruess, M. Morse. A. Rangel,
J. Urbanowicz. A. MeGaughy. Row2: D. Carter, K.
Bitz, D. Walters, M. Pham, K. Anderson. J. Lee, T.
Go. L. Vanston, S. Johnson, M. Keener, C. Smith.
L. Brown. Row 3: L. Leal. M. Beeson. S. Bush. K.
DiCesare, E. Curenchuk, T. Morris, D. Johnigan, D.
Meyer.
Boy’s
Cross
Country
Row I: T. Rocha, K. Ward. Row2:P.
Maloni, T. Beardon. D. Peterson, R.
Bemy.
Boys CC, OEA, DECA 243Soccer - Boys
Row I: Q. Le, T. Cheong, K. Martinez, A. Wood. J. Kim, Row 2: V. Pham. D. Escobar. D. Lee. P. Zafiridis. R. Rao, N. Bao, D. Hare. Row 3: Coach
O'Keefe. J. Larrea, F. Peterson. J. Ross, D. Smith. F. Doria, A. Bywatcr, T. Culbertson. B. Adkins.
244 GroupsSoccer 245
Row I: T. Ho. S. Rai. A. Garvin. Z. Cadungog. Row 2: P. Manry. J. Fifi. B. Escobar. K. Mcdcr, M. Blanks. Row 3:C. Adkins. - mgr., C. Frazier, K.
Broadhead. M. Hopkins. T. Johnston. V. Hare. K. LeRibcus - coach. Mr. Fyke - tm.
Soccer - GirlsF.C.A. Varsity Club
Row 2: J. Stinneford, K. Kellogs. M. Stcclc. T. Dunn.
W. Pena. J. Jones. K. Skinner, A. Ambrustcr, K. Adams,
L. Boydstun, Mrs. Hatfield, S. Lackey, M. Craig.
• . i
Row I: G. Craig, S. Becker, J. Mata, D. Webb. D. Walker. M. Pulido, D. Ballard. J
Schindler and "flash". W. LaPlante. R. Mindrup. C. Tucker. N. Della Penna,
Fyke.
esu
Row I: J. Bourcicr. Mrs. Lewis. P. Jensen, R. Schmidt, H. Chang, B. Baumann. T.
Cummings. T. Nguyen, A. Malaguilla.
246 GroupsSwimming and Diving
Row I: M. Hockcr, J. Modinc. R. Shaw. M. Veomett. Row2: B. Ransom (Mgr.). C. Pollack. R. Kelly,
P. Corcoran. D. Kunz, Coach Watson. Row3: L. Sturm. S. Sorsdal. C. Boyd. C. Hernandez. P. Rosen.
K. Nagie, K. Hernandez. C. Adams.
Row I: Coach Licber, A. Waggoner. S. Sprutc. E. Lilley. D. Holstead. B. Eisenring.
J. Leone. C. Smith. T. Brockman. S. Poole, D. O’Shaughnessy. J. Salazar. A. Shah. D. Strube. R.
F. Petersen. C. DuPlain. M. Palumbo.
Ram-
rollers
Swim. Dicing. Ramrollers 247Marching
Row i: M. Ourslcr. E. Algaze,C. Thcofanidis. R. Karchcr, X. Keys, R. Hammons, T. Hertweek, J. Maklary,
V. Card, N. Woodall. J. Swift, M. Tisman, R. Lancaster, H. Ontoy, L. Chang, T. Cummings. T. Taylor,
A. Gutierrez, R. Bageant, D. Russell. D. O’Shaughnessy. Row 2: Bob Wacscl, student teacher, Joe Williams,
director. Terry Crummcl, director, C. Weaver. J. Arp. N. Gomez, T. Ho, S. Shah, C. Ryan. B. Brehm, T.
McCullah, J. Owen. R. Hardaway, D. Buckley, S. Poole, R. Evans. D. Orsak, E. Brandt. A. Fratchcr. D.
Bullock, Jennie Salazar, assistant drum major, Atul Shah, head drum major. Row 3: E. Caldwell, G. Goelzer,
R. Husscini, K. Shamblin, S. Orsah, K. Sorlcy, J. Samson, B. Jarrard, J. Beaumont. P. Brovard, E. Valot,
K. Gajarawala, J. Placcttc, R. Zermeno, M. Collette, F. Petersen. W. Giesbrecht, C. Young, S. Hendrick.
248 Groups
Ram Band
K. Martinez. Row 4: K. Russell. L. Richardson. C. Kachilla. E. Brown. C. Sperling, T. Bums. M. Mulford.
J. Baver. Y. Gould. C. Lcicht, S. Hyun, G. Morgan. L. Johnson. D. Clark, P. Blacksher, E. Fleming. A. Davis,
T. Pangbom, J. Diton, D. Lewis. Row 5: M. Mulford. D. McGhee, M. Brandt. F. Caldwell, J. Parker, J.
Leone, R. Schmidt, A. Johnson. W. Bailey. W. Chamberlain. C. Bcury, M. Klasing. R. Blackstock. M. Burk,
A. Pavlicck. D. Johnson. H. Bransford. K. Allen. K. Bauer. Row 6: D. Chema. S. Orsak. L. Major. R. Romero.
T. Bono. G. LaRosc. S. Van Gilder, J. Grantham, C. Stirling, K. Watkins, J. Taylor. S. Thompson. D.
Ragsdale, D. Lewis, I. Segal, T. Gamer, T. Dixon, C. Brown, M. Kacher, K. Nelson, S. House. Not pictured:
M. Reiter, L. Morrell, B. Vahldick.
Band 249Revelliers
Squad 4
Row 1: L. Jordan. K. Luman. K. Harst. K. Huffman. L.
Toracki. Row 2: L. Howell, J. Willman, S. Witte.
Squad 5
Row 1: D. Bell. Row 2: S. Thibcdcaux, L. Hurt. Row
3: P. Morille. T. Rutherford, L. Carleson.
Squad 6
Row 1: K. Eitzc. A. Wise, M. Rokcs. Row 2: J. Kelly,
L. Pavelick, C. Brown.
250 GroupsSquad 7
Row I: C. Baker, M. McDowell, R. Garcia, L. Greene,
R. Talastas. Row 2: T. Morgan
Squad 8
Row I: O. Aljure, Row 2: N. Sinha, D. Rocha, S.
Zaragoza. Row 3: D. Strubc.
Revies 251Yearbook Staff
Row I: Mrs. Osmon - advisor, B. Baumann, J. Urbanowicz, A. Dclukc, C. Baker. J. Marino. D. Strube, T. Smith. R. Garcia.
J. West. B. Gillam, M. Bogle. E. Hoss. L. Boydstun, C. Mata. R. Brookshire. C. DuPlain. Row 2: L. Pickens. R. Self, R.
Mullins. J. Bcrendt, T. Brockman. K. Blankenship. G. Campos. M. Abaya, Y. Choc, K. VondcrAu.
Student Congress
Row I: J. Salazar, N. Sinha, P. Reagan. J. Perry. Row 2: B. Baumann, C. Baker, K. Kao. A. McHugh. V. Rao. R. Sinha,
M. Karodi, J. Kelly, Row 3: D. Strube, M. Multord, M. Simon, J. Poole, S. Guthrie, M. Abya, B. Pavlick. E. Rameriez, S.
Shah, V. Tran, M. Steele. Row4: R. Wcitzncr, M. Klasing. L. Locke. M. Espinosa. S. O'Brian, member. R. Rabe. P. Morillc,
K. Lanigan, new members. L. Fedcrwich, M. Craig, H. Winslow, I Daaboul. P. Das. Row5: member. R. Romero, T. Dodd,
T. Kagan, B. Myers. R. Schmidt. K. Gray. E. Algaze. T. Drummond. G. LaRose.
Math Club
Row I: M. Kuo. A. Kuo. T. Ho, T. Nguyen. S. Patel. S. Le. D. Quach. A. Lan, J. Lan. T. Nguyen, A. Cheng. Row 2: V.
Mehra, C. Nguyen. I. Lei. S. Chowdbury. A. Malaguilla, V. Tran. E. Fleming. C. Choi, J. Grantham, C. Currcn, M. Gandhi,
S. Tsai. S. Zimmerman. Row 3: Nancy Stephson - sponsor, J. Parker, D. Svorcn, R. Husscini, M. Palumbo, R. Parks. J.
Jim, D. Hare, L. Nguyen, L Chang.National Honor Society
Seniors - Row ; J. Salazar, H. Chang. A. Shah. P. Kuflcl, E. Algaza. Row2: K. Gremminger, J. Kelly, member. N. Ordonez. S. Greer, member, L. Engel,
Y Choc. P. Morrillc. C. Bell, C. Sperling. S. Zaragoza. F. Chang. Row 3: B. Truong. D. Hare. T. Choung. B. Baumann. R. Garcia, K. Skinner. L. Reed. J.
Grantham. A. Deluke. D. Strubc. Q. Le. 5. Saoud. J. Placette. Row4: G. Kelly, M. Chow. J. Bryant. S. Daiji, T. Brockman, K. Hanst, J. Wilton. T. Drummond.
K. Gray. Row 5: K. Yust, E. Stamm. D. Watts. P. Smith. J. Lumley, K. McCrearly. G. Gamble.
Juniors - Row I: K. Eitze, P. Dulsipor, V. Tran, L. Boulwarc. S. Witte, J. Willman, C. Chang, C. Choc, A. Chang. Row 2: K. Lanigan, L. Torccki, M. Rokes,
L. Kruse, S. House, A. Lan. D. Ding, C. Curren, A. Kao. M. Kuo. Row 3: P. Patel. M. Khan. J. Meyer, B. Tookc, R. Farus. A. Ngo. C. Alford. A. Meae. L
Holsapplc, H. Nguyen. Row 4: P. Zafirichc. K. Du. K. Boy. V. Tcan. V. Tran. D. Sarra. P. Blackshire. D. Broyno. M. Alabaya. M. Albaya. A. Gandhi. A.
Ncoy, S. Royes. T. Ngrycn. member. S. Zimmerman. ?owi:T. Herring. D. Lee. A. Khan. J. Ubotin. D. Dufor, P. MeBon. D. Bhclt, R. Hussani, T. Culbertson,
A.L. Nguyen. D. Wilson. C. Ledger, K. Ngo. Row 6: J. Cole. J. Lucas. K. Shelter, T. Cavhan, K. Watkins, member. S. Zimmerman.
NHS 253Main Events Club
Row I: J. Hook, C. Hrubesh, L. Boulware, C. Ayres, S. Dipasupil, C. Matcha. Row 2: J. Kelly. T. Thornton. R. Sinha, C. Cox, T. Perez,
L. Adams, J. Montgomery, L. Krcisner, B. Rives, G. Peters. Ms. Hogshead, L. McIntyre. Row3: H. Chunn. H. Hoppus. M. Landin, S. Swick,
C. Lundquist, L. Jones, L. Boyle, Mr. St. Clair, T. Henry, R. Cuellar.
Mime Troupe Drama Club
254 Groups
Row I: M. Brown. L. Kreisner, A. Bcveroth. Row2:C.
Stinncford. Ms. DeLecour, M. Shah, A. Sprute, T. Perez,
S. Gaitan, J. Montgomery, S. Dipasupil, C. Everett, Mr.
St. Clair On Ladder: Amy A. Pierce, K. Steele, C.
Lundquist, P. Siemens. B. Rives. H. Chunn. D. Wiener,
K. Box, M. Landin, L. Adams, L. Boulware, C. Ayres,
C. Hrubesh.Spanish Club JCL
Row 1: Mrs. Mendel - Sponsor, H. Hsaio, M. Landrau, T. Moyer. Row 2: P.
Manry, M. Simon, T. Nguyen. T. Nguyen. L. Kruse. K. Adams. Row 3.B. Adkins.
D. Robertson. C. Alford, R. Parks, E. Stamm, S. Witte, J. Willman, L.
Halsapplc.
French Club
Row I: Mrs. Hogshead - Sponsor, I. Barr. R. Bates, S. Le, V. Tran. M. Nguyen,
V. Tran. Row 2: H. Nguyen, A. Kirkland, K. Young. S. Rai, M. Kauadi. 5. Rai,
T. Ho, S. Cha. Row J. D. Duckworth. M. Parikh. E. Chang, T. Ngo. R. Karchcr,
R. Nagarkcr, Row 4: A. Khan, V. Rao. M. Patel, D. Weimer.
Chess Club
Junior Classical League - Row I: C. Yu, M. Klasing, G.
Welch. Row 2: Ms. Harris - Sponsor. C. Yang, N. Orsak,
E. Chang, V. Tran, M. Abaya, P. Vezos
Computer Math
Club
Row I: Mrs. Lewis - Sponsor. O. Lc, D. Srorcn. J. Bourcicr,
B. Rayburn. Row2: A. Lan, R. Surati. H. Lc, A. Malaguilla.
Row 3: J. Lan. P. Morillc, H. Chang.
HECE
Row I: R. Parks. O. Tse, O. Pedersen, H. Nguyen. Row2: H. Nguyen, V. Mehra, Row I: L. Watt, Y Reyna, T. Geary, N. Mashbum. Row
R. Crisostomo. O Protomartir, S. Shaker. Row 3: J. Protomartir, M. Khan, P. 2: Mrs. Zissman - Sponsor. G. Chavez. S. Meyer.
Patel, T. Cheong, S. Sattir, A Gaalla, A. Winter.Varsity Cheerleaders
Row 1: J. Manfrc, S. Lawrence. D. Dunaway, L. Lawless, J. Johnson, L. Boydstun, M. Campbell, C. Burt, C. Malone, Sponsor Cindy
Oberthier.
Revellier:
Row ; Co-Captains - B. Mahoney, K. Blankenship, K. Hanst, A. Wise, T. Rutherford. J. West, T. Morgan. O. Aljure. Row 2:
N. Sinha, S. Zaragoza, M. Bolmanski, K. Rathgcrbcr. D. Puckett. V. Tran, C. Bridges, D. Rocha, D. Strube. Row 3: C. Brown.
R. Garcia. C. Baker, M. McDowell. L. Greene, A. Hudson, P. Vez.os, L. Engel, N. Wilkcrson. R. Talastas. Row 4: K. Eitze, L.
Pavelick, M. Rokes, J. Kelly, D. Wingo, K. Applcbcrg, K. Goppcrt, W. Rousseau, S. Lee, K. Ihle. Row 5: L. Carlson, P. Morille,
L. Jordan. K. Huffman, L Hurt, L. Witte. J. Willman, L. Howell, K. Luman, S. Thibodeaux, L. Torckk, D. Bell
256 GroupsRevelliers -Squads
Squad 1
Row 1: K. Rathgabcr, V. Tran. Row 2: M. Bolmanski,
J. West. D. Puckct.
Squad 2
Row 1: P. Vezos, B. Mahoncv. L. Engel. Row 2: A.
Hudson, N. Wilkerson. Row 3: C. Bridges.
Squad 3
Row 1: K. Blankenship. Row2: K. Applcburg. D. Wingo.
Row 3: K. Isle, W. Russo, S. Lee. K. Gopcrt.
V. Cheerleaders, Revies 257Senior Class Officers
President - Julia Perry
Vice President - Mike Johnson
Secretary - Missi Steele
Treasurer - Diana Adams
Showing off their caps and gowns arc seniors Christy Mata. Ruthic Garcia. Debbie Strube, Terri Brockman,
and Laurie Boydstun.Junior Class Officers
Top - Cathy Malone - president; Bottom - Trevor Dodd - vice-president. Sharon Orzack - secretary.
Junior Class Favorites
Jenny Stinniford
and
Sammy O’BrientSophomore Class Officers
President -
Kim Adams
Vice President -
Michelle Hahn
Secretary -
Nora Wilkerson
Treasurer -
Leslie Lawless
Sophomore Class Favorites
Dour SchaumburR and Kristi Moore.
260 GroupsFreshman Class Officers
President -
Dee Dee Jefferson
Vice President -
Stacey Champaigne
Treasurer -
Rodney Chamblee
Secretary -
Michelle Spillers
Freshman Class Favorites
Michelle Williams and Brock Wilson
Class Officers 261Mixed Choir
Row 1: Mrs. Ness - sponsor - director, T. Donald. W. Mund, A. Kuo. S. Fikac. M. Adams, H. Aydelott, L. Bayless, A. Martin, L. White,
O. DcMontoya. Row 2: J. Chen, S. Sprutc. C. Humphries, T. Tucker, S. McFarlane, D. Kuehn, J. Wagner, H. Nam, L. McGrath. S. Pollard.
Row 3: T. Perez, C. Griffith, K. Smart, G. Peters, J. Ray, M. Tighe, S. Gabino, D. JcfTcrson. M. Wocrtz, C. Walker. Row 4: C. DeCarlo,
C. Ellcy, K. Watson, E. Hansen. S. Humphrey, M. Middaugh, R. Lambert, D. King, F. Lee, T. Geise, H. Hoppus, C. Barber.
Chorale
Row 1: G. Harrison, K. Rainey, K. Pollard, C. Habcrmacher, J. Genett, R. Hoffman, C. Broussard, M. Hunn, L. Boulwarc. G. Gamble, Mrs.
Ness - director. Row 2: P. Bacon, T. Thornton, D. Dougherty. M. Echcvcrri, K. Mock. L. Gilbert. S. Swick, L. Alvin, C. Minnick, D. Rocha,
C. Anderson. Row 3: J. Ross. D. Weiner, R. Rcdditt, R. Krembs, M. Allison, T. Cross, B. Wilson, M. Hull, A. Bcvcroth. C. Everett. Row
4: T. Cochran, F. Moore, L. Richardson, S. Tebbano, A. Fuentcs. B. Sandel, D. Walker. G. Neal, L. Hurst, C. Pappas, L. Boyle.
262 GroupsElsik Encore
Row 1: A. Martin, C. Pappas, A. Kuo. R. Lambert, R. Hoffmann. Row 2: S. Gabino. T. Pore . D. Walker, J. Ross, A. Sprutc, C. Habermacher,
B. Wilson, M. Hunn, G. Harrison, K. Pollard. F. Moore. K. Mock, L. Boulware, D. Kuehn.
Girl’s Choir
Row 1: J. Jacob, B. Whittington, N. Hoover, J. Saldana. L. Marquez. M. Arrcndalc, Mrs. Ness - director. Row 2: S. Anki. M. Trammell,
M. Kingham, V. Spivey, S. Garvey. T. Nguyen. Row 3: B. Johnson. C. Yoon. M. Barge. K. Roy, S. Hillbum. Row 4: V. Hardin. M. Turner.
S. Aucoin. D. Keller, I. Morales.
Choir 263Ads from Alief
One of the ways we pay for the yearbook is
through ad sales. Most are brought by businesses
in the Alief area although some are bought by
parents and students. These people support the
community by contributing to Alief schools in
many different ways and ads arc just one
example.
So look through these pages and see which
businesses you can use. Remember, patronize
these contributers as they work towards offering
an even higher standard of quality goods and
services.
by Brena Baumann
264 Ads trpXhl?iO AShf0rdandBCl'airC'a,WaySSUP mthCRam5' Many s,udcms bank at AllcfAlamo Bank on Bcllairc and Cook.
I 5 » HAIRS FLORIST flLTERflj
Bclford Crossing Shopping Center offers a variety of services.
Ads 265Rack n Roll
Family Fun Center
Ads
11107 Bellaire Blvd. 495-6430
Unisex Beauty Salon
Complete Services
Redken Perms
Haircuts - Men and Women
879-0856
7313 S. Kirkwood
Between Beechnut Bel la ire
Look out Tootsie here's Rodney! C. Bell photo
It’s never too late to order
your class ring.
DROP BY OUR STUDENT CENTER
OFFICE HOURS:
8:30 am — 4:30 pm Weekdays
9:30 am — 1:00 pm Saturdays
Balfour,,
The Recognized Leader in Recognizing People
L.G. Balfour Company
2930 Chimney Rock
Houston. Texas 77056 713 784-4990
QUALITY - Crafting gold and silver is both a science and an art..
No one does it belter than Balfour.
SERVICE - Balfour is nationwide with Houston Plant and Student Center.
FULL WARRANTY - For the lifetime of your ring.
RELIABILITY - Balfour has served the students of America for
over 60 years.R R barber and style shop " precision cuts for men, women, and children Q Robert Lambert (713) 870-9648 owner 4010-G Hwy. 6 Houston 77082 j i v1 C on gratu (ation i Senior Ctaii of 83 C-omplimenli of Nicholas T. Liveris Attorney at law (713) 988-0600
compliments of
HSE HOUSTON STAFFORD
electric, incorporated
electrical contracting
"No comment at this time.” Linda Graesslc and Theresa Brandt.
C. Duplain photo
Congratulationi
Seniori 83
10203 Mula Circle
Stafford, Texas 77477
498-2212
Compliments of
R.M. Hardison
Company
9630 Clarewood Dr., Suite A 7
Houston, Texas 77036
776-3232
268 Ads
Give ’em a cheer!" Varsity Cheerleaders. C. Duplain photo.ALIEF
TRAVEL
BUREAU,
INC.
8100 S. KIRKWOOD, SUITE 207, HOUSTON
(713) 495-9600
AIRLINE TICKETS
CRUISES
TRIPS TOURS
BUSINESS OR VACATION
BILINGUAL AGENTS
OUR SERVICES ARE FREE!
COMMERCIAL ACCOUNTS
ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
ALIEF
1 N OFFICE
if 3 SUPPLY
Emily Hippen
11318 Beechnut (Between Boone Kirkwood
Houston, Texas 77072 (713) 530-3854
Supplies Printing Xerox
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DRS. RHODES fit JOHNSON
Optometrists
2825 WILCREST DRIVE. SUITE 121
HOUSTON. TEXAS 77042
TELEPHONE
(713) 268-6404
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10838 BEECHNUT
HOUSTON. TEXAS 77072
(713)530-4071
JEAN E. SCHLOSS
Own«r
LJ Neighborhood Books—Alief
— - - — —
11238 Bsochnut, Houston, Tsxss 77072
(713) 405-4140
‘I’m number 1!” - Mike Kersey. C. Duplain photo
4-
YOUR ONE STOP
COPY SHOP
J1
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6105 Corporate Or • Houiton • (713) 986 0391
Printing,. Graphic Arts Typesetting Services
495-7560
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CAKES, KALOCHES, COOKIES, SWEETBREADS
“Ah, c'mon, you’re only joshin’.” - Lisa Patranclla. M. Provenzano
photo
270 Ads"I can sec clearly now. . Allen Deluke, Rampage Editor. C.Duplain
photo
KELLY’S
HARDWARE
7603 Boone Rd.
498-4428
COMPLETE
HARDWARE
QUALITY-SERVICE
Patio Florist
10902 West Belliori
Houston, TX
77099
933-7110
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ta
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223-0325
GENERATORS
WE
REPAIR
WHAT WE
SELL
WEEOEATER
1
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OTHER
INSURANCE MAN . . .
BUT HE ISN’T.
His concern for his Clients and friends is genuine. Nineteen years in his profession has taught him that by
helping others he is helped. In those 19 years, he has built a reputation of service to his Clients unsurpassed
by few in his field. From helping people plan their financial strategies to guaranteeing infants their insurability
- Emmett O’Donnell, as an Independent Agent, works for no company - only for you.
The O’Donnell Team
Insurance Agency
Box 42274
Houston, Texas 77242
266-9170
Ads 273DONNAKUNESH, REALTORS 12757 Bissonnet at Dairy Ashford CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF '83 y Seventeen years of sales experience in n —this area. J aclzle 5 Salon of Seauty 11206 Stroud Jdoudton, Uexa5
P 933-7777 498-5254
Graves 498-3907
Office Supply Printing Co. -Cs Q, L Office Furniture Printing Typesetting Advertising Specialities
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Gary Renee Graves
Houston, Texas
For Delivery Call 526-2500
11307 BissonettROOFING
Owner
Frank Johnson
jjjl Greater Houston
mi Builders Association
1 31
Johns-Manville
WESTEX
BUILDING
SUPPLY
Rooting Supervisors
Tim Mahaffey
Kevin Huckaba
Ron James
We Offer:
• Prompt, courteous tree estimates
• Written explanation of roofing
with estimate
• List of Referrals
•Quality material from our own
warehouse
•Superior roofing methods
ROOFING
Wilcrest Baptist Church
10800 Sharpview
Ads 275 495-9640 AOv PHONE: 495-9641 V CREATIVE PRINTING OFFICE SUPPLIES 11929 Seventh Street Alief, Texas 77411 ALIEF TROPHY WE SPECIALIZE rpT IN commERcmi ir Tl V AND INDUSTRIAL IV 1 ENGRAVING K l •Trophic» «mcsol Photo 5ep.Piotc» Jfl 1 •ff bbo-» »1090 ®efx covet on w «Cove!» o.,»!.». •ftworo» «dwtlOM "i «Pen Seu •e,,;» IMCtfiriMC OW f?usMOft Eftsv.ncom£ ITlo -In IO-S 495-7313 V-l= U- Go-v cx cy-oo. 11336 BEECHNUT I1 1'
flair’s JtSest a hair salon 15000 Bellaire Blvd. 495-5814 Houston, Texas 7708 Congratulations Class of 83 Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Gillam
SHRUBS ★ TREES ★ GARDEN SEEDS ★ SOILS
FOLIAGE BLOOMING PLANTS ★ SUPPLIES
VEGETABLE BEDDING PLANTS ★ FERTILIZERS
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498-7115
11112 BELLAIRE BLVD. (at Boone Rd.)
276 AdsUTILITIES MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS
CLASS OF
’83
Full service water and wastewater utilities operation and management, serving over 40
municipalities in the Houston metropolitan area.
CORPORATE OFFICE:
4134 S. Kirkwood
Houston, TX 77072
(713) 495-7123
BRANCH OFFICES:
7924 N. Highway 6
Houston, TX 77095
(713) 859-2000
1527 Lakeville
Kingwood, TX 77339
(713) 358-2828JOHN W. “JACK” RUDDOCK
INSURANCE AGENCY
A UTO-HOME-LIFE
BOA T COMMERCIAL
Bus: 495-1410
Home: 498-2876
“We Do Team
And Group
Uniforms
At Discount
Prices.”
• T-SHIRTS
• JERSEYS
• CAPS
• INFANT WEAR
• CUSTOM DESIGNS
• SILK SCREENING
OPEN
MON - SAT
10 A.M. -7 P.M.
278 AdsA-Bob Plumbing Co.
495-2130 P.O.BOX 446
BOBBY DONALSON. OWNER ALIEF. TEXAS 77411
COMPLIMENTS OF....
ECO—RESOURCES
Corporate Dr.
Houston, Texas
(713)981-5100 P.O. Box 487
Alief, Texas 77411
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KONDKKN
One hour
mmm:
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7U1-1706
5719 Fondreu Rd. JOHN CRAIG
Houston. Texas 77036 owner
Ads 279Our Family
at
First Baptist Church
9:30 a.m. Bible Study
10:50 a.m. Morning worship
7:00 p.m. Euenine Worship
Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m
E. Dale Hill
Pastor
12001 Moonmist. Alie . Texas 7741 1
713 498-40597621 Boone Road 11904 D Westheimer
{V2 ml South of Bellaire) (Westheimer at Kirkwood)
5303815 497-6198
(NEW LOCATION)
9311 C Katy Freeway
(E=cho Lane at 1-10)
932-8658
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(Memorial at Kirkwood)
493-6089
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riRsrCiiY
First City Bank—Westheimer, N.A.
12000 WESTHEIMER
497-2300
MEMBER FDIC
Ads 281Family Hairstyling
Closed fj) Tues.-Thurs.
Mondays 9-8
r— pieJ L Fri.-Sat.
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HOUSTON. TEXAS 77083 BARBARA WALPOLE
530-2246 Owner
Congratulations
Class of
Compliments of
Lou Boydston
OFFERING COMPLETE SERVICE FOR DOMESTIC
AND 1M PORTED CARS AND TRUCKS.
EMISSION‘BEND
(AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
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Lars Langerud, Owner 713 495-7670
Elsik faculty can count to five! C. DuPlain photo
282 AdsSpanks’s
Alief’s Most Complete Selection of Plants
(Large or Small)
Mums are the word!
• Weddings
• Funerals
• All Occasions
• Football Mums
• Delivery to All Hospitals
• Dried and Silk Arrangements
Landscaping World-Wide Wire Service
Mon.-Sat.
9:00-6:00
495-7432ALIEF
ALAMO
an BANK
y P.O. DRAWER 721680
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Extends Sincere
Congratulations To
The Seniors of 1983“Somehow that figures!” Cathy Bell, photographer.
Second degree Black Belt in Tac Kwon Do Dzung Nguyen demonstrates at
Sharpstown on the Vietnamese New Year holiday.
Congratulations 1983 Seniors
“Your Travel is our business”
World wide travel arrangements
We are a full service agency
Computerized reservations ticketing
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11111 RICHMOND AVE. • SUITE 151 • HOUSTON, TEXAS 77082 • 713-266-6888
Ads 285JfeeMecteft 6y Saranac
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CREWEL, COUNTED CROSS STITCH
CROCHET, EMBROIDERY, KNITTING
LATCH HOOK, NEEDLEPOINT, ETC.
BLOCKING, PILLOWS AND RUGS FINISHED
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11224 BEECHNUT
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77072 498-5430
495-4140
Neighborhood
BOOKS
in Alicf
11236 Beechnut Houston, TX 77072
Band member Henry Bransford at his favorite pastime afu
marching practice. Photo by C. DuPlain
DETERGENT SERVICES
(COMMERCIAL)
Dishwashing
Laundry
Cleaning of any type
Complete chemical needs
286 AdsFARMERS INSURANCE GROUP
mtmb«
of
Proiidontt
Council
RICK MORROW
11107 Bellaire at Boone
Houston, Texas 77072
495-0110
‘Did you really swallow your mouth piece?” Band member Cale Weaver.
hoto by C. DuPlain
Congratulations
Senior Class
of '83
Compliments of
Texas Fire Safety, Inc.
9630 Clarewood Drive. Suite A-13
Houston. Texas 77036 776-2500
"Your conclusion should read like this . . .” Librarian. K. Guthrie and
Jennifer Bercndt. Photo by M. Provcn ano
A typical rambanner. Photo by C. DuPlainDamron, Davin 12
DcSouza, Marcclo 13
Dement, Robin
Desai, Amit 13
Diccsarc. Kenneth 13, 31, 124
DimitrofT. Felicia 13
Dipasupil, Sally 13, 20, 45, 117.
129, 151
Drummond, Theresa 13. 138
Dulcc, Lorita 13
Kanchi, Gitanjali 17
Kao. Kim 17. 43. 108. 144. 145
Keener, Marlene 17, 178
Kelly. Janice 17. 145
Kite. Lisa 17
Kothari, Manisha 17
Koutani, Pierre 17
Kubccka, Stephanie 17
Kuntz, Lawrence 17
Kuo, Margaret 17
Lawless. Lynicc 18
Le, Quoc 18
Lear. Dona 18
Lee. Wen-Ching 18
Lewis, Donald 18
Loftin, Joel 18
Loper. Annette 18
Lowery, Billy 18. 41
Lumlcy. John 18
Lutz, Michael 18
Baker, Colleen 8, 38, 30. 128.
295
Barksdale. Wayde 9. 130
Bates, Renee 9, 39, 104, 106.
146. 147
Becerra, Mirtha 9
Bell, Dean 9
Bennett, Robert 9
Berendt, Jennifer 9, 269, 295
Bemey, Cathy 9
Bcury, John 9. 164
Bit , Kenny 9, 178
Blanks. Kim 9
Bothager, Neva 9
Bounds. Elizabeth 10
Boydstun, Laurie 10. 38. 39. 30.
42. 76. 109, 119, 124, 166,
295
Brandford, Henry 10, 268
Brown. Maurice 10, 62
Bryant, JefT 10, 45. 50. 52. 155
Bryson, Kenneth 10
Burgess. Jay 10
Bush, Sheryl 10
Caldwell. Fred 10. 139
Campbell, Mindy 10, 23. 56.
119
Casiplc, Jocelyn 11, 150. 154.
174
Castillo. Carol 11
Cemosek, Troy 11
Chac, Mina 11
Chang. Faith 11
Chavez, Gloria II, 179
Cheng. Alice II, 150, 154, 155
Chiang, Kuang 11
Choc. Yun 12, 143, 163
Chum. Heather 12
Cole, Terry 12
Conley, Kathleen 12
Cortes. Ernest 12
Craig, Michelle 12. 58. 59
Cuevas. Juan 12
Cuevas, Martin 12
Engel, Lisa 13
Escobedo, Rachel 13
Espinosa. Dina 13
Exis, Peter 13
Feakes, Virginia 13
Gamble. Graham 14
Garcia, Ruthic 14. 30. 38. 44.
106. 130. 143, 167, 168, 295
Garr, Eric 14
Garrett, Michael 14, 30. 130
Gonzales. Renee 14, 212
Gonzalez, Jorge 100, 214
Grantham. John 14, 150. 164,
165
Greer, Shana 168
Guidry. Brian 14
Hail, Staci 14, 31
Hare, David 15
Harper, Kim 15
Harrover, Keven 15
Hartz. Tim 15
Ho, Huong 16, 150
Holden, Johnny 16
Holley, Sheila 16
Hood, William 16
Hrubesh. Chris 16. 116, 117,
164, 165
Hurst. Launa 16
Hydo. Barr 16
Jaramillo, James 16
Jimenez, Lisa 17
John. Lcthi 17
Lacount. Teresa 18 Martin. Julie 18
Laplantc, Colen 18. 50 Martinez, Kenneth 6. 18
288 Senior Indexlata. Jose 19, 52. Ill
IcCoy, LccAnn 19, 38. 169
lcCrcary, Kyle 19. 150
lcDonald. Kathy 19
IcGaughy, Janis 20, 178
leineckc. Angela 20. 30. 31
leycr. Denise 20
liddaugh, Robert 20, 64
linkel, James 20
lonycm. Ataul 21
loore. Mary 21
ioreno, Oscar 21. 63
iorgan. Terri 21. 45
orrill, Troy 21
ueller, Pete 21
usil, Vivian 21
ash. Phaedra 19
g. Daisy 21
ghiem. Ho 21
go. ToLoan 21
guyen, ('an 21
unez. Dc 21
’Donnell. David 21
gle, Brenda 22, 164. 165
rdonez. Nancy 22. 154
rsorio. Romulo 22
irks. Donald 22. 155. 174. 175
itranella, Barney 22
ivlicck. Arnold 22
terson. Leon 22
lam, Viem 22
iilbeck, Kenneth 22
ekens. Larry 22. 295
ttman, James 22. 170
•Hard. Karen 23, 119, 133,
172
imo. Joe 23. 30. 43. 107
otomartir, Oliver 23
ekett. Della 23. 227
lido. Armando 23. 50. 162
lach. Pamela 23
liney, Kim 23
ingcl. Anna 23. 178
Reyna. Yvonne 179
Richardson. Lee 24
Rogers, Wayne 14
Romero, Robin 24, 110
Rose. Dcirdre 24
Royster, Richard 14
Rudder, Lorraine 14
Rutherford. Trey 25. 30. 46. 50
Savely, Anthony 25
Scheffer, Rcnay 15
Shillcr. Brian 15
Shrout. David 15
Sinders, Stephen 15
Sinha. Nccna 143. 145
Smith. Chris 15
Snow, Jacquc 25, 30
Stone. Selena 16
Strack. Nadine 16
Stricklcn, Jonathan 16. 45, 62,
63. 106
Strube, Deborah 26, 31, 38,
110, 119. 128, 166. 167, 295
Swift. Johnny 26
Taylor, Jerry 26
Terry. Melissa 26
Thomas. Shcrly 26
Trabulsi, Fuad 26, 209
Tussy. Elena 27
VanGildcr. Susan 27
Varlcy. Mark 27
Villarreal, Beth 27
VonDcRau. Kim 27. 295
Vossman. John 27
Wagner, John 5. 27
Walker. Dianna 27, 179
Wallace. Kevin 27
Ward, Steven 28
Webb. Wrandy 28
Wentz, Eugene 28
White. Sean 28
Wiener, Debra 28. 30
Williams. Linda 28
Wills. Michael 28
Wilton. Jeff 7. 29. 129. 168
Wood. Anthony 29
Young. John
Youngblood, April 29
Zaragoza, Sherri 29
Ziegler, Alex 106, 107
Senior Index 289SOUTH
Adams, Elizabeth 8, 30, 32. 79.
81, 83
Alford. Emcst 8
Aljure, Olga 8, 30, 39
Allen, Scott 8
Alvim. Lconor 8
Anderson, Carrie 8
Arcl. Kenneth 8
Avery, Gregory 8
Ayres, Chris 8. 45. 116, 117,
129, 133. 151, 164, 165, 166
Baker, Deborah 9
Ball. Marissa 9. 23. 56
Banning. Craig 9
Bao. Lan 9
Baumann, Brcna 9. 38. 128.
166. 294
Becker, Stephen 9
Bell, Cathy 9. 38. 169, 267
Bcnis. Cindy 9. 23. 30. 131
Bennett, Patricia 9
Bcveroth. Anne 116. 117, 132,
164, 165
Beyer, Vernon 9
Bielefeld, Lynn 9
Blankenship, Kim 9, 38. 39,
167, 295
Bolmanski. William 9
Bono, Toni 9, 110
Bowdrcn, Bonnie 10
Boyle, Lee 10
Braquct, Ed 10
Brewer, Kathleen 10
Brczik. Stephen 10, 182
Brockman, Terri 10. 38. 31, 39,
130, 142, 166, 295
Brown, Larry 10
Budd. Steve 7, 10, 107
Burley, Bcnita 10
Burrows. Javonnic 10
Burt, Christina 10, 57, 108, 131
Bush, Beverly 10. 186
Bush, Tracey 10
Bywater, Andrew 10. 51
Cantu, Regina 11
Carlcton, Brett 11
Chang, Helen 11, 140, 163
Chang. Suwc 11
Chcma. Kevin 11
Chcong, Hoi 12
Chow, Mike 12. 20. 155
Clark. Dawn 12
Clark. Sandra 12, 30. 31. 130,
131
Daaboul, Ingrid 12, 106
Darji, Shrcyas 12
Daws, Paula 13, 131
DellaPenna, Nick 13, 50, 57
Dclukc. Allan 13. 31. 38. 168
Dixon, Tanya 13
Dunaway, Derek 13, 31, 44, 62,
64. 106. 107
Dunn. Tamiko 13. 31. 44. 78,
81, 82. 83, 162
DuPlain, Chris 13, 169, 295
Esquivel, Pauline 13
Fernandez, Alberto 31
Gamer, Tracey 14
Gibson, Robert 14
Gicsbrecht. Wilbert 14
Gilbert, Lori 14
Gonyca, Belinda 14
Gough. Elizabeth 14
Gray, Karen 14
Gremmingcr. Karen 7, 14
Hanks. Robert 14
Hanst, Kristen 14. 158
Haro. Julius 15
Harrovcr. Linda 15, 30, 43, 10
Hartman, Connie 15
Haw'kinbcrry, Rhonda 15
290 Senior IndexHawkins. Kamcla 15
Hcckc. Shawn 15
Helms. Julie 15. 83
Hernandez. Catalina 15. 86
Higginbotham. Michelle 15
Hill. Diane 15
Hinson, Kevin 15
Hirsch, Kristy 15
Hoang. Kelly 16
HofTman. Rene 16
HofTpauir, Diane 16. 186
Howell. Lisa 16
Hsiao. Helen 16
Huber. Karen 16
Jasck, Carrie 17
Johnson. Marion 17
Johnson. Michael 17. 32. 130
Kalucz, Michael 17
Kelly. Greg 17
Klccfman. John 17
Krcisner, Lujean 17, 116. 117,
132, 151. 164. 165
Krcmbs. Rebecca 17
KufTcl, Peter 17, 38. 41. 169
O’Shaughncssy. Deborah 22
Ourslcr. Marcic 22
Pandya, Himanshu 22
Patranella, Lisa 22, 186
Peat, Gary 22
Perry. Julia 22. 32. 46
Petersen, Fred 22. 119, 171
Pina, Elvira 22
Pina. Miranda 22
Placcttc. James 22
Poltorak. Eva 23
Poole. Shanna 23, 171
Provenzano. Lyncttc 23
Puckett. Gwen 23
Randall, Alicia 23
Reed. Laura 23
Reed, Luke 23. 106, 107
Ribblc, Michael 24
Ritchel. John 24
Robinson. Cheryl 7
Rocha. Tony 24. 72,81
Roger, Debbie 24
Rojas. Amaya 24
Romero. Jeanette 24
Rotcn, Randolph 24
Lan.Jenny 18
Larosc, Gayc 18
Larson. Kent 18
Lawrence. David 18
Ledezma, Emma 18
Leone. Jeff 18
Long. Kimberly 18
Longoria, Gloria 18
Lorino. Robin 18
Lovciro, Troy 18, 39, 105
Mahoney, Bridget 18, 157
Manfre, Julie 18. 57
Martinez. Carolina 19
Martinez, Oscar 19
Martz, Jane 19
Massic. John 19
Mata, Christy 19, 30, 31, 38,
105, 130, 167. 295
Mathiason. Tony 19. 88
Mathur. Anjali 7, 19, 179
Maturan, Johan 19
McGhee. Traci 20
Mcadoe. Glen 20
Meier, Bryan 20
Meyer. Stephen 148
Milam. James 20
filler. Scott 20
Mills. Donald 20
riinnick, Jane 20
Mock, Katherine 20
Morillc, Pam 21. 144
Morse, Michelinc 21
Mulford, Marec 21
Ngo. Ailan 21
Nguyen, Bong 21
Nguyen. Dzung 21
3‘Bricn. Shonda 21, 30. 31.
130. 131
3!liver, Angel 22
3'Neal. Misti 22
Salazar. Jennie 25, 141, 144,
145, 159
Santana, Sylvia 25
Saoud. Sana 25. 208
Sauer. Star 25
Schindler, Mark 25. 33
Schmidt. Enrique 25
Scott. Andrew 25
Seales, Felicia 25
Shah. Atul 25. 119. 128, 141,
143, 159
Simon, Mairim 25. 148. 186.
187
Skinner. Kristi II, 25. 31, 45.
76, 78, 108, 130
Smith. Carrie 25. 105. 179. 171
Sorlcy. Karla 25. 110. 119
Sperling, Howard 25
Stamm. Eric 26. 47. 155
Steele. Melissa 26. 31. 32. 82,
83, 105. 142
Stinncford, Charles 26. 119.
143. 164. 165
Stokes, Catherine 26
Taylor. Justus 26. 122, 138
Taylor, Susan 26
Tcmplin. Dale 26
Thomas. Kari 26
Torres, Angel 26
Townsend. Darryl 26
Tranum. Linda 26
Traschcr. Kirk 26
Truong, Binh 26
Tucker. Chris 27. 44. 51. 52.
100. 102
Tucker. James 27
Valadez, Pete 27
Walker. David 27. 39
Walker, Robert 27
Ward. Connie 28
Watt. Lorraine 28. 179
Watts. Darrin 28
Watts. David 28
Weaver, Sylvia 28
Webb. Dexter 28. 42. 51. 52,
72. 73
White. Barbara 28
Williams. Frances 28
Wilson, Nikita 29
Wilson, Wendy 28
Winslow. Holly 29, 105
Winston, Jeremy 29
Wise, Alisa 29
Woodall. Nolan 29
Woodring. Rene 29
Woods. Carol 29
Yce. Anna 29
Young. Jclisa 29, 186
Young. Tracy 29
Yust. Karl 29
Ziegler, Alex 29
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High School
Memorabilia
At the beginning of this yearbook, you, the
student, were told that the student body is really
Elsik and this building we attend classes in is
merely the shell that houses us nine months a
year, five days a week, seven hours a day.
Throughout this book we have shown who really
is Elsik. Through pictures and copy, as many
events were covered as we, the staff, could get to.
The people pictured are all your peers and
classmates. Many you will recognize and many
you won’t, but together we are Elsik. Ramblings
’83 is nothing but high school memorabilia; it
was designed for that purpose only. Years from
now this yearbook will help you recall the year’s
events and happenings through . . .
MOVING PICTURES.
by Brena Baumann
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292 ClosingClosing 293Editor’s Note
Well, this year is over and 1 must admit I'm sorry' to see
it end. It seems like I’ve had too much fun to have been
a student at the same time. Working on this yearbook has
been part of that fun. It is the best thing I’ll have to remind
me of my Senior year. Sure the friends, class ring, tassel
and cords, and diploma will bring back memories, but
none can illustrate this year like Ramblings ’83. It is a
treasurer that I’ll always cherish and 1 hope you will
too.
A great deal of work went into this book by many people.
This staff was great and so was their work. We had some
real swingers who kept things lively throughout the year.
The most prominent one in my mind is Ruthic. I’ve come
to the conclusion that this Commando Queen will spend
the rest of her life in hot rollers. Lil’ Deb provided
hypothesis with great scientific value: junk food can
sustain life and Cameras can still run though filled to
capacity with Coke and Tab cans. Colleen and I are M M
buddies. We had great lunches outside Minimax of yogurt,
gape soda, barbecued fritos, and, of course, M M’s. That
unny made great caramal brownies too. Dear Allan was
the best dressed of us all. (GQ all the way!) Itsgood to know
that he got his window fixed so he wouldn't always have
that wind blown look. John was good for a joke or two
though most weren't any too proper. Laurie cheered us
through the year to a big finish at the Schindler Ranch
along with Mark and Nick. All three of them deserve a big
cheer for their fantastic all-day party. Christy deserves
praise for not only getting us shoestrings, but also Liquid
Paper from Buffalo Pharmacy. Terri, well she tried but
Ruthic influenced her too much ! (Just kidding). This
Clubs section editor worked hard on chasingdown pictures
and writing copy. Dingy Marie proved to be a valuable
asset when she and Debbie finished the Fads and Fashion
layout on the day of deadline. Those wonderful staffers
who got the two most boring jobs arc Misty, Bcthy, and
Ericka who did Classes and Index. They deserve many
thanks.
Kim and Jennifer became our ad solicitors to Alief
businesses. Jeff, along with Marie, tackled the Vocations,
which for the first time were put in a section of their own.
Kim had the honor of putting the administration in their
place, (in the faculty section ofeourse!). The two that spent
most of their time running around the school in search of
pictures and information for Clubs were Rhonda and
Angie. My two favorite Brillo heads were Joel and Troy.
For taking such bad pictures they sure spent a lot of time
in the darkroom “printing” their best shots. Last and also
least come the photographers. These poor people have had
their brains rotted by Dcktol and Orbit bath. You can tell
by the way they dress: everything from garish plaid pants
and red silk Ralph Lauren ties with brown ducks to
parachute pants and button downs buttoned all the way
up! Oh well, I must say they did excellet work this year
294 Closing
although I’m not humblely in their debt nor did I add th
Editor's note to their page.
Cathy, head photographer, was great about running he
MG to all the football games though she preferra
portraits. Lee Ann had a very candid approach to refusin
photo work orders. She would simply tell any staffer tha
she didn’t feel like it! Now Peter, he was real good abou
taking pictures at a moment's notice. He also gave the bes
parties as all of Alief knows (and probably everyone els
since they all came). Chrisdid such good work and so muc!
of it that he received the Journalism Award. Glenn joine
us half way through the year and was by far the preppies
photographer we have ever had. He had an MG lik
Cathy’s except his was an orange Midget. These people di
a lot of their work outside school and we appreciate then
giving up their free time to take, process, and prin
pictures.
The entire staff deserves recognition for a job well done
This yearbook was a big project and although we enjoye
it. I'm sure we are all glad its finally finished.
Three teachers in particular I would like to thank fo
helping me through this year. First of all, and a ne
addition to the Elsik faculty, Mr. Fairman. Though heci
us all a lot of slack, we still learned the details of ou
government and economy. He was never too busy to tc
us about college and the “real world”. Next is Mrs. Malon
who postponed essay tests and didn’t count tardies (o
attendance for that matter). She taught AP History an
sponsored NHS along with Mrs. Wrotenbury. And finally
Mrs. Osmon. She was the Ramblings and Rampag
sponsor. Without her, we would never have gotten all thi
finished by deadline. I really enjoyed working with Mn
Osmon and I can forge her signature perfectly. Thank
Elsik, for a great four years.
Ramblings Staff
NO
PARKING
ANY TIME
Rhonda, Starbuck, Angie, Kim.
ebbie Duz Dallas, Laurie Lee, Colleen Bunny,
rim, GSL Marie. STUDENT LIFE
CLUBS
The Urb, Yankee, Smithy, Ariel. SPORTS
Ericka, Bcthy, Misty. CLASSES Jennifer, Kim. ADS
ck: Larry. Jennifer. Ruthannc. Jennifer. Terri. Kim. Gina. Marie, Yui. Kim; Front: ( a' ®smon ISOR.
in, Allan. Colleen. Joel, Debbie, T roy, Ruthic, Jennifer. Bcthy, Ericka. Laurie, Christy,
onda, Chris; Laying: Brena; Standing: Cay Osmon.
Closing 295Colophon
Theme - Moving Pictures
Cover - Silkscrccn of Lexotone Silver and Dari
Blue Embossed
Size - 9 x 12
Type - Times Roman
Body 12 point and captions and index
point
Paper - 80 pound Gloss Enamel
Binding - Smyth-Sewn
Copies - 850
Publisher - Henington Publishing Company
Representatives - Ray Branch and Lois
Niemann
All class portraits, color Homecoming, and color
Prom pictures by Clayton Teat of Scholastic
Portraits.
296 Closing
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Suggestions in the Alief Elsik High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Houston, TX) collection:
1980
1984
1985
1983, pg 57
1983, pg 66
1983, pg 143
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