Douglas County High School - Huskie Highlights Yearbook (Castle Rock, CO)

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ebster's Dictionary defines homecoming as a return to one's home. To most high school students it meant more than that, it meant starting a new year, celebrating things to come. Homecoming '87 was no exception. Student Council, headed by senior George Essres, pulled off yet another fantastic week of festivities. lt all began on Monday, September I4, which marked the beginning of Spirit Week at DCHS. Spirit Week proved to be the least successful of the '87 activities but it wasn't a total disaster, especially when Toga Day rolled around. Many students got involved in this popular idea, many of them wearing togas that would have shamed even John Belushi. Next came the ever famous Pep Rally and Bonfire, both held on that Thursday. The Pep Rally, held in front of the Douglas County Administrative Building and emceed by Mr. Steve Barnett, was attended by a fair amount of students including the DC Marching Band. At the Rally junior and sophomore Homecom- ing Royalty were announced. Representing sopho- mores were Charlie Haney and Katie Bell. Juniors were represented by Craig Geinger and Brandi Clark. The Bonfire held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds took place afterward. A blazing fire and many stu- dents were present, all taking part in conversation trying to keep warm. Friday the l8th was the day of the big football game between DC and Englewood High. The stands were packed with fans, students and adults alike. None were let down as the Huskies won the battle with a score of 34 to I4. For the fifth time in a row DC won their own Homecoming Game, quite an ac- complishment. But the football team wasn't all that accomplished something. Seniors Preston Polson and Polly Lowenberg were crowned Homecoming King and Queen during half time. The last event of the week was the Homecoming Dance held the following day, Saturday. For sopho- mores it was the biggest dance of the year. Juniors and seniors still had Prom to look forward to but that was a long way off so Homecoming was still impor- tant. The dance was very successful, as always pro- viding fun and entertainment for all. After the smoke cleared and the temperature re- turned to normal, things were back to the way they were before the week started, very calm. Surprising- ly enough even the administrators and custodians lived through it all. All in all the week was one of the largest successes the Student Council could hope for. -David Baumgartner 034,60 4, We 6 Opening TOP: .Iunior Ty Kearns evades an attacker to score yet another six points for the Huskies during Homecoming '8 7. The Huskies spared no sweat, winning Homecoming Game for the fifth time in a row, ABOVE: DCHS students socialize at the Bonfire sponsored by the DC Ouarterback's Club.

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5 NIM he weather is perfect not a cloud in the sky A warm breeze is gently blowing In from the ocean The sand is soft and warm providing a haven for hundreds of guys and girls Big muscular men play volleyball while thousands of girls bathe in the warmth of the sun. No, this is no fairytale, it's SUMMER!! After many long days of studying and running around with friends at DCHS it was finally time, time to run around elsewhere. Summer provided a much needed break from the rigourous school schedule. lt was three beautiful months of sleep- ing in, staying out late partying, and doing abso- lutely nothing, if that's what suited you. Some students travelled during the summer, California being one of the more popular vacation- ing areas. Others decided not to stay in the conti- nental U.S. The mystery of distant lands was more fitting to them. Yet some had to stay in Colorado, or even Douglas County. Summer wasn't fun and frolicking for all. Many DC students spent their time making money. The most popular places of employment being the many fast food joints in the Castle Rock area. What was the money for? Some needed the mon- ey to keep their cars full of gas while others did it just for the extra cash, if need bell For those who couldn't venture to the ends of the earth Denver, Colorado would have to do. Movies always provided an evening of fun and friendship. Some of the summer's hottest flicks included Adventures in Babysitting, La Bamba, Lost Boys, The Untouchables, Full Metal Jacket, and Roxanne. Others still decided that dancing was even better. Teen dance clubs provided that. lots of it tool If that failed, some simply threw a party while hundreds of others attended them. After three long weeks of intense leisure many students were ready to get back to school. Why? Friends. Another reason being that summer just got too dull for'them. But that didn't last long because three months was a long time to forget why school was so dull. After only a few weeks, or even days, most were ready for the beaches again. -David Baumgartner 3152? S Opening TOP: Senior Christie Everest lounges at poolside while eating a light snack. During the hot summer, swimming pools provided a much needed cool off. ABOVE: Senior Josh Herries performs at one of the summer's hottest activities, The Battle of the Bands.