Bay High School - Bay Blue Yearbook (Bay Village, OH)

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(J2) HEY, KOOL-AID! Catching the mid- afternoon rays, juniors Kim Weiss and Tammy Boehm stretch out during band camp. Tammy and Kim were both veteran marchers so they were able to skip rookie camp. ZZZ. Protecting her tan from the scorching August sun, freshman Gret- chen Knestrick covers herself with a sheet while relaxing at Huntington Beach. Gretchen enjoyed summer sports and tried out for the varsity swim team. •8) SHRINKING BAND PROJECTS BIG SPIRIT ABILITY Turning out in its depleted en- tirety, this year's marching band carried their infamous en- thusiasm to the first day of rookie camp. The incoming freshmen and new marchers were the first to witness the in- auguration of the new field com- manders. After try-outs in the spring, senior Dawn Vassar and sophomore Dena Mitchell took over the reins of the recruits. This was the first time in the history of the marching band to have two girls as commanders. Director Mr. Doug Day stated, We felt that Dawn amd Dena were the most qualified for the position. They were confident enough fulfill all of the duties ' The rookies were drilled — they marked time, learned com- mands, and were taught respect for the upperclassmen. When the veterans returned the next week, the freshmen were ex- posed to new harassments. On Freshmen Initiation Day, the newcomers were subject to be- ing wrapped up in electrical tape and covered with shaving cream. Freshman Chris Vargics explained, We knew it was all for fun. We were just proud to follow up in the tradition of all of the rookies before us. Every day, the mornings were spent learning new shows and routines. After lunch break, the sections broke up and memor- ized their music. At this time, the auxiliaries practiced their routines. Though it is a lot of hard work, most found ways to relieve themselves. Senior Mike Milbrandt commented, Every chance we got, we would run out to my van and relax while listening to music. Finally, they all straggled back after dinner for the final, wrap- up rehearsal. These were fre- quented by former, graduate marchers or just curious neigh- bors. Sophomore Joyce Manns said, It was so cool seeing all these people come to watch us. I felt kind of like it was my first performance of the season. After four weeks of a little bit of training and a lot of good times, the band carried memories of another successful camp with them into the football season. SHADES OF TALENT. Practicing in the August sun behind the middle school, senior Mike Sobczak plays through his first number. Mike played the tuba for two years. TAKE FIVE. Savoring her one-liter Diet Pepsi, junior Kelli Kitchen takes a break during summer Rockette prac- a half-time performance entitled Lullaby of Broadway. August

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JUNE 8 SUNDAY Wearing the traditional blue and white caps and gowns, the former seniors promenade out of com- mencement with diplomas in hand. Though the junior National Honor Society members ushered them in- to the gym, the graduates had no trouble finding their way out. Culminating the festivites, NHS spon- sored a reception for the students and their families in the cafeteria. After say- ing their farewells to the administration, the graduates proceeded on to the River Run Racquet Club for their after-grad party. After 12 years of school, I felt so relieved to finally be done with it all. I don't think I've ever celebrated so much in my life. Now, I have to look on to my future and think about moving to Rocky River and attending college in the fall. The only things I'll really miss about school are my friends and all the memories. ” -Taylor La whom - M. Zukowski With tears in her eyes, graduate Melinda Wichman hugs her classmate after the Bac- calaureate ceremony. This year, Congressman Ed Feighan spoke to the seniors on the advantages of positive thinking; he also suggested tips for a successful future. '7 think that the service was really touching. Even though the speaker was Methodist, his message was well received by everyone. It allowed me time to reflect on all of the changes we were going through. -Melinda Wichman JUNE 12 THURSDAY JULY 23 WEDNESDAY Debating on an outfit for the first day of school, freshman Erica Boarman gets some early shopping done. Most students fre- quented the local shopp- ing malls, though going downtown offered the most variety. After taking the bus to Public Square, Erica and her younger sibl- ings spent the day brows- ing through May Co. and Higbee’s, charging all of their purchases to their father’s Master Card. For lunch, the Boarmans stop- ped at the Terminal Tower concourse. Coming from St. Raphael’s where I had to wear a uniform, I really had no idea what to wear the first day. I asked my sister for help picking out my wardrobe. I started shop- ping in July so I could beat the August rush. -Erica Boarman - M. Waither Student Life

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 V — S. Troia AUGUST 29 FRIDAY Mulling over their new schedules, freshmen Amy Stagneth and Tricia Skelly check the room numbers with the ones on their schedule. Veteran cheerleaders helped to lead the incoming freshmen through all of the corridors, allowing them a chance to gain con- fidence with their room assignments before the hectic start of school. My first impression of the high school was just total intimidation. I guess the orientation helped, but in a way it just helped to confuse me. It all seemed so big that I felt like I was just walking in circles. The only thing I could remember for the first day was that the 200 numbers were on the second floor. ■Amy Stagneth AUGUST 14 THURSDAY With the warm summer weather, flocks of students trooped to a variety of concerts at Blossom Music Center. Though mainly serving as a showcase for the Cleveland Orchestra, Blossom hosted more popular events, such as Eddie Murphy, Mister Mister, Neil Young, Moody Blues, Psychedelic Furs, Elton John, and the Beach Boys. Like all other years, Cleveland's premiere radio station, WMMS, spon- sored its Appreciation Day concert and invited in I NXS. Showing its gratitude to its fans for voting them once again the number one radio sta- tion in America, WMMS raffled out all of the tickets to its listeners. After sending in to WMMS, I waited everyday for tickets to come in the mail. Finally, I got six of them the day of the con- cert. I called my friends and we hopped right out there. ■Katie Scheid AUGUST 30 SATURDAY During the finals of the Challenge Cup Soccer Tournament over the Labor Day weekend, senior Julie Tomlinson keeps her eyes riveted on the ball while concen- trating on trapping it. Once again, Bay Village was host for the fifth an- nual tournament, inviting in a total of 45 teams. For the three-day event, Bay held parades, housed players, and turned out in the thousands to take on the role as spectators. Julie’s team, the Rowdies placed second in the 19 and under division. 11 When the tournament first started, they only spon- sored boys' teams so they used me as a ballgirl. The next year, I played and we lost every game. My family doesn't house visiting soc- cer players anymore, because, one year, I had this girl named Candy who made $50 worth of long- distance phone calls. This year, it got really hectic one day because I had two soc- cer games and one volleyball game, so we were constantly on the run.M -Julie Tomlinson Student Life