Elkhart High School - Pennant Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

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Rainy day dampens after prom festivities The prom breakfast facilities were donated by the Elks Lodge, although the breakfast itself and all the decorations were prepared by the Prom Committee, composed of ECHS parents, and other interested persons. Helium balloons covered the expanse of the ceiling while, below, students were dancing away to the sounds of AC DC, Devo, Pat Benetar, the Ramones and many others. The Disco Party Productions, Inc. put on a spectacular show using whistles, lights, confetti, and an excellent choice of music. The breakfast, originally scheduled to last from 1:00-4:00, was such a success that Mr. Dick Best and the committee announced that the fun would last another hour. Students and parents alike continued having a good time dancing, eating, and just having fun. Though Plan A activities scheduled for the next day included trips to the Dunes, Great America, and Cedar Point, heavy rain showers made couples consider Plan B. It allowed prom participants to visit such places as old Chicago and movie theatres. Dancers enjoyed the heavy tunes set down by Spolcane at the prom. 28 Prom

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'Welcome to Chinatown' greeting received by all Though the day seemed to drag on for the most part, students still found that they ended up with just enough time to make last minute preparations. The weekend of May 9th promised to be a two- day occasion of fun and excitement as the ECHS junior class officers decided upon CHINATOWN as the theme for the 1980-81 prom. Because the prom did not start until 9:00, many restaurants were visited by prom goers. Popular dining spots included Arthur's, Michael's, Holly's Landing and The Loft. After dinner, ECHS juniors and seniors, accompanied by their dates, headed toward ECHS where this year's prom was scheduled to take place. As couples walked through the door, they were directed to the student center by appointed sophomore slaves garbed in oriental costuming. Gigantic murals, lanterns, kites, and a lot of hard work transformed the student center and the cafeteria into CHINATOWN. Main colors of the night were blue, red, and orange. When couples decided to head on over to the music, they found that in order to enter they must cross a bridge which overlooked a moonlit pond equipped with floating lotus flowers and real goldfish. At the end of this romantic stroll, twosomes were greeted. Welcome to CHINATOWN, said the slaves as they handed the girls a small booklet in remembrance of the evening. Boys were seen wearing tuxedoes with some even sporting top hats, white gloves, and canes. On the arm of every guy one saw girls dressed in beautiful gowns of all colors and styles. Though the music supplied by Spokane won't be all that memorable, it wasn't bad. In keeping with the theme of the prom, refreshments offered were of an oriental nature. Amid the endless supply of fortune cookies, punch, fresh fruit, and wontons, one couldn't help but notice the centerpiece, which happened to be a four foot ice sculpture. The carving, formed in the shape of a Kabuki dancer, was created and donated by Michael Ress. At 11:00 the lights came to life and a Karate demonstration by Randy's Gym was provided for the guests' entertainment. As the clock reached midnight, lights blazed and the magic of CHINATOWN began to slowly fade away with each departing couple. Prom 27

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Lovers Sherry Ortiz and Kevin Wirt make every moment special throughout the evening. A smile on Debbie StahrKs face gives Al Bias some confidence during one of the slow dances. Watching the entertainment with a smile of satisfaction are Keith Wells and his date. Prom 29