Estes Park High School - Whispering Pine Yearbook (Estes Park, CO)

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Spectators, musicians and orators added to the enjoyment of the informal holiday program. As the band and speech students per- formed, an atmosphere of freedom prevailed. Students leaned on the railing and sat on floor of the Student Center. Festive Yuletide Spirit Warms Student Center Gold tinsel and white balls on a snow-white tree, complemented by hanging ornaments, created a holiday mood. Perfectionists Jim Way and John Hutchens add final touches to the striking murals of the Twelve Days of Christmas. 14

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Proudly rei9nin9 from thoir umbrella-topped throne, queen end king. Chris Anderson and Lucky Pearson, smile over their subjects. Freedom of thought helped promote fresh ideas throughout Homecoming happenings. Two new innovations were a mourning day with a mock funeral and a noontime parade the day of the game. Traditionally a snake dance and bonfire took place the night before. The halftime show included a performance by the band and the introduction of king and queen candidates. As the band played Home Sweet Home!' Mrs. Judy Jen-ista, Pep Club sponsor, showed the comforts offered by a rocking chair. To the tune of Snoopy for President, Charlie Brown chased Snoopy all over the field, followed by presentation for the best float in the parade to the Junior Class. One of the most exciting games of the season, this one ended with a 19-13 victory for the Bobcats. Rain, flowers and umbrellas filled the lobby that night as couples danced to the music of Good Tyme Music . A full week ended as King Lucky Pearson and Queen Chris Anderson were crowned in Raindrop Land . Attendants were Linda McNeil, Ron Harris, John Hutchens and Roxy Kleckler. Knutson Tire Co. McGrow Guest Ranch Johnson's Dry Goods Click Bros. Dairy King Seniors Bert Dennels, above, and Bruce Slapper, below, work for a Homecoming mood while hanging raindrop decorations. Silence fills the room as Homecoming Queen Chris Anderson and King Lucky Pearson enjoy the first dance after the crowning.

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Students and play director Mr. Robert Dunn listen attentively while fellow students give their suggestions about the rehearsals and presentation of the all-school play. Mr. Mergenthwirlcer's Lobblies , presented April 25. Senior varsity basketball players display their talent as cheerleaders during a pep assembly comedy performance. Smoke, Water, Confetti Astound Avid Audiences Variety highlighted school assemblies. Those presented by students or teachers, such as a spirit boost by the Great Ghuru , Mr. Leonard Hainley, a senior Laugh-in skit and a coed basketball game were most popular. When Mr. Robert Dunn volunteered to direct the spring play, Mr. Mergenthwirlcer's Lobblies , it was appreciated by participating cast members and the receptive audience since the usual fall play was not presented. Men's versify glee club from Colorado Sfate College was detain-ed with an encore from the delighted audience. 15