Clearwater High School - Aqua Clara Yearbook (Clearwater, FL)

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' Getting the Message Students’ eyes gradually glazed over as they lost all track of the teacher’s lecture. Other students gazed endlessly at the clock . . . willing the minute hand to move just a little faster. Ab- sent-minded scholars such as these could be found any minute of the day in many CHS classes. Their boredom was often inter- ruped, however, when the voice of an administrator announced an assembly or pep rally over the intercom. On these occasions, the liberated students bounded for the classroom exits with amazing agility. Assemblies were held in the auditorium for such events as class elections, choir and band concerts and the homecoming court selections. Students lis- tened to these programs atten- tively and moans were heard throughout the auditorium, when it was time to return to class. Pep rallies were another excit- ing event in an otherwise dull school day. Enormous crowds of rowdy students flocked to the stadium on a few Fridays during football season, where they fired themselves and the football team up for that night’s game. Cheer- leaders were always on hand to lead the enthusiastic fans in a few cheers, and Tornadoettes added excitement to the event with their own style of dance routines. Pep rallies also gave CHS stu- dents an opportunity to get ac- quainted with the names of the team members and the position they played. When the rally end- ed, students filed out of the stu- dium and headed home. Students enjoyed these breaks in their schedules and never failed to make these events a suc- cess with their record high school spirit. By Kelly Palms Assemblies and Rallies 29 Senior class waited patiently for the big moment June 10. Janet Phillips and Duangphone Srinan look over graduation announcements during one of the many assemblies. The Dunedin pep rally gave students a legal excuse for not attending 6th period. Cheerleaders and a few cho- sen students fire up to the cheer of “Get Down”. The freshman class engaged them- selves in their annual class elections. Kurt Knuttson gives his pre-election speech.

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The Largo pep rally offered Tornadoe fans a chance to yell themselves hoarse. Tom Hoopes, Shery Griffiths, Teri Tito, and Mike Waldof make their own rowdy section. The abundance of senior activities during the year called for numerous senior class assemblies. Sponsor Mr. Steve Gerakios and Vice President Gary Kessling go over the agenda for the course of the year. 28 Assemblies and Rallies

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The camouflage and new wave look went together like cookies and milk. Molly Hancock and Gaye Lirot exhib- it their style and craz iness. Proving there’s a little bit of country in everyone are Dana Gauntlet and Missy Alford. I V v vJ K ' f ' ) ft ' .T, . 30 Fashions pf vr Fashions Keep the Beat The lot is filled, but no one can be seen. Muffled music can be heard, but not one kind can be distinguished. The 7:40 bell sounds, and slowly students emerge from their cars. No words need to be spoken; it is apparent that music preferences have af- fected the fashion world. The latest craze, “New Wave,” had many students roaming the halls in camouflage outfits, short cropped haircuts, and safety pins strategically placed on all parts of the body. Black lipstick, gold eyeshadow, and blue nail polish were all part of this music trend! Not all students however, were so easily persuaded to this new style of music. This was obvi- ous as guys strolled by in jeans, flannel shirts, cowboy boots, and their ever faithful Skoal and Co- penhagen caps. Meanwhile, girls dashed back and forth in boots, denim shirts, and fringed blouses, reasurring us all that there’s a little country in every- one! The disco beat maintained its high standard of dress as a multi- tude of colors passed in the form of bloomers, knickers, and pleat- ed pants. A touch of flash was added with metallic shoes and accessories, proving that disco is still alive! Rock fashions continued to stand out, as students proudly displayed concert shirts matched with their favorite pair of jeans. Accompanying this duo were feather earrings of all sizes, shapes, and colors. Footwear in the form of moccasins were care- fully laced up to the knee. An- other popular fashion in the rock world for guys and gals alike was the multi-colored bandana. It added a different flair to the out- fit. The tune can be heard on Q105, and its theme-Preppies. It relates to a certain type of dress which is considered conservative. After looking at the price tags though, one begins to wonder why. This style consists of alliga- tor shirts, jeans, and belts-popu- larly known as “Izods”. To make this outfit complete from head to foot, one must invest in the finish- ing touches consisting of boat shoes, loafers, headbands, and the official handbook which in- structs everyone how to become a proper preppie. Competition was displayed in the designs of various fads relat- ing to musical tastes. Each indi- vidual was loyal to his favorite singing groups, and it showed in his unique sense of vogue. By Robin Hammac