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

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Prom Graduation □ LINING UP Graduation ceremonies were held in Clearwater High’s own Jack White Stadium. Graduating se- niors lined up in alphabetical or- der with NHS members first. A group of seniors whose last name begins with C waits to be seated. WATCH THIS During the junior senior prom held at Los Fontanas, Jennifer Boyer and her date, Mike Kane, dance to the beat of the music. TAKING A BREAK the junior senior prom held on 1986, Brian Stanley, Nan- Brad Long, and Debbi take a break from the talk to each other.

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8 □ Prom Graduation er addressed the crowd, stressing that a person could accomplish anything if he tried hard enough. Student Government Assoc. President Tony Die- fell spoke emphasizing pride in graduating from Clearwater High, and learning by experience. After the speeches were over Mr. Andy Anderson and Mr. Steve Gerakios called all the seniors in al- phabetical order, with Na- tional Honor Society mem- bers first. Each was given his diploma and the tassel on his cap was turned, sig- nifying graduation. After all had received their diplomas, the seniors threw their caps in the air and said farewell. □ by Chris Laursen Prom and graduation depict much planning T uxedoes, formal dresses and CHS stu- dents were not a combination seen often. But at the junior senior prom, everyone went all out to look his or her best. The prom was held at Los Fontanas on May 3, 1986. It was no small af- fair, either. The junior class officers spent hours decid- ing on prom arrangements including music and deco- rations. Junior class president Gary Cuddeback said, “It took us a while to decide on decorations. We looked through a lot of pamphlets and books that various companies sent us in order to choose.” Of course the students who attended had to plan also. Dresses and tuxedos were classic big decisions. “We must have gone to a hundred stores before I finally decided on my dress,” said Devonna Flem- ing. The day of prom was hectic for many students attending, because they wanted to look just right. “It took me about three hours to get ready for prom,” said Aida Bercea. But as the students started arriving at eight-o- clock, all the preparation seemed worth while be- cause the excitement be- gan. Adam Sancic said, “I liked the atmosphere. There was a lot of action on the dance floor, and they played some good fast songs.” After it was all over Laura Larson said, “I had a great time.” Graduation “The seniors had ex- treme enthusiasm about graduating. Whether they graduated with honors, or just made it, all were proud of their achievement,” said Graduation Marshall Gary Cuddeback. At the 1986 graduation ceremonies held in the packed football stadium, the excitement of the graduating seniors could be felt everywhere. Every one in a red gown seemed to have a glow on their faces. The ceremonies began with an openig by principal Ed Evans. Valedictorian Brian Mill- GETTING DOWN During one of the many fast songs played by the D.J. at prom, Greg Patterson shows his stuff on the dance floor. WE MADE IT After the graduation ceremonies, David Levine, John David, John Marshall and Robin Picking cele- brate and say farewells.

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DECISIONS, DECISIONS While shopping at Clearwater Mall for new fall clothing, Kathy Lallios checks out the sweaters at Gayfers. CATCHING SOME RAYS Trying to Improve their tans be- fore school begins without dealing with the crowds on the beach, ju- niors Kim Ruggles and Sarah Lynn Meyer bask at Carlouel Yacht Club on Clearwater Beach. V. Wickaraham 10 □ Back-to- School