Dobson High School - Equus Yearbook (Mesa, AZ)

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Student Life cont. Letting go with the music, freshman Laura Johnson is caught with a smile at the first after-game dance. Caught in the act, junior Tif- fany Robinson munches on a candy bar during a junior assembly in the cafeteria. tions. On the other hand, the atten- dance of formal dances, such as homecoming and prom, offered a qui- eter and more re- laxed evening. Non-school activi- ties also played a major role in the lives of our students. De- voting their time to a job was a goal shared and carried out by a number of students. Outlets for weekend relaxation included dating and sharing special mo- ments with close friends. Despite the vast dif- ferences students encountered in each other, the majority transcended the dif- ferences to find a strong bond with each other and our school. Design by K. Arnold. Photos by Karen Her- bough, Jerry Moore, and Andy Phelps. During a morning pep rally, Mr. Walsh receives a pie in the face from senior Mike Markette after the crowd proved they could sing the fight song.

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Distinct Backdrops Characterize Arizona As a state, Arizona had more to offer than the pleasant climate sought by many Phoeni- cians. Being one of the fastest growing states in the country, it offered new opportunities to those seeking residence here. The population of Ari- zona increased by ten percent from 1,509,052 people in 1980 to 1,660,500 people in 1984, with the greatest numbers present in the 18-24 age group. Stu- dents attending the three state universities and the yearly rush of winter visitors or snow- birds as Arizonians called them were responsible for the majority of extra people. Tourists flocked to Ari- zona by thousands seek- ing warmth, sunshine and the unique places of in- terest it had to offer. The Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Won- ders of the World, lured visitors from all over the globe. The state's 15 na- tional monuments, more than any other state, were also found in areas of unusual historic or sce- nic interest. The varied terrain and climate were responsible for the many different activities to be enjoyed. Most of these scenic spots were within a days drive of one another. Winter sports lovers spent time at ski resorts located in the mountains of northern Arizona. Wa- ter enthusiasts took ref- uge from the summer heat by visiting the large takes, which were cre- ated by damming streams for irrigation and water conservation. The natural habitats of the southwest desert were also a scenic view for true-to-heart sightseers. The vast numbers of in- dividuals found some- thing for everyone in the state of Arizona. Design by KeRy Arnold. Photos by Karen Her- bough and Dawn Moh- ney. On one of the many frails leading through the Grand Canyon, the Havasupal In- dian transports supplies by mules to the depths of the canyon.