East High School - Angelus Yearbook (Denver, CO)

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Fl RTS in the classroom What classes are offered in which students can practice and develop their talents? Students with a musical interest can join one of the several bands taught by Mr. jerry Noonan. Almost every type of instrument is offered in con- cert band, jazz ensemble, advanced band, and concert orchestra. Kathy Hayes and Luann Howard teach the dance classes ranging from beginning to advanced dance. Students with a desire to express them- selves through dance concepts, elements, and choreography are sure to find a class to meet their needs. Drama class levels 1-8 are taught by Mr. Van- Epps and Mrs. McBirnie. Staging direction, memorizing cuttings, and improvizations are just a few of the techniques which students can learn and explore. Choir is another class for those with talented interests. Concert choir, Angelaires, and ad- vanced choir, directed by Mr. james Guinn, give students an opportunity to test their vocal abili- ties. Students are able to enjoy and learn more about their interests in the fine arts, through several classes offered at East. hal ff- J rg Tips on improving performance are given by Mr. VanEpps to his drama class. 24 IN-CLASS V- is ,--f s fs X wssftQ is tstgwfs - sswsssssa . .s .,-1sa XM-2 -s ws, .:y,, igijxtlzggsilxg . . .. - :a.:s.g:,:1sss.g:g , , ,.,, . at ,:-- :ts I- .-1: .--,wsw -. 5 .. 1 It . -.,:w:.Nt Y t ss Es X ss :fi ' 'iii M ft ES E ,ss Q if

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Q ln sync with the other cheerleaders, junior April DeLeon smiles as she correctly performs the move. Q Practicing to sharpen her skills, senior Crystal Anderson expresses her excitement at the end of the cheer. 4 422, ' 'W' is 'he 1987-68 cheerleading squad. Row 1: Monica Davis, Chalise Jones. Row 2: isa Chambers, Crystal Anderson, April DeLeon, Kim Stephens, Sarah Snyder. low 3: Audree Castleman, Lisa Hardiman, Traci Latson. Row 4: Shinelle Brooks, 'ady,Bodenhemier. Row 5: Kalve Warren, Elizabeth Warren. Not shown: Shan- bce Owens, Mattie Williams. With a big smile, senior Traci Latson shows her school spirit at a football game. 55. Hm-...W-... - What do you do to an Angel you meet? You get down on your knees, you can't pray on your feet! This was one of the many cheers chanted by the spirited cheerleading squad. The group of 16, sponsored by lan Anderson, supported all athlet- ics and spread spirit around the school. Cheerleading is fun, but it takes a lot of time, coordination, and hard work, said co-head cheerleader Liz Warren. But the determination of creating and learning new chants and moves paid off as the cheerleaders led our teams to victory with enthusiasm, dedication, and a smile. SPI RIT. spectrum of victory CHEERLEADERS 23

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esstt wma. :il . . m,L. . . . , MN! t. i Q Concentrating on form, senior Alison Rosenbaum expresses her talent in dance class. v In Angelaires rehearsal, Katie Poin- dexter demonstrates her vocal abili- ties. 2' runway A Wliih 4 Flexibility is a very important factor in the dance classes. 1 Angelaires is a group of promising singers including senior Ted Denious and junior Brandon Shaffer. TALENT 25