Highland High School - Shield Yearbook (Highland, IN)

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Of homecoming festivities instill spirit in Trojan squad Homecoming, that magic night of the fall season. All the ingredients were there — a colorful parade of floats, lovely queen candidates and a strong Highland team facing a tough conference foe, Merrillville. Even before the opening kick- off, excitement prevailed as anxious students awaited the announcement of the winning float. Tradition was broken when the junior class entry, “Sink Em,” won first prize. Action on the gridiron in- creased this tempo of excitement. An inspired effort by the Trojans failed as the half ended in a 7 — 7 deadlock. At halftime, a hush fell upon the crowd and an enthusiastic burst of applause proclaimed Linda Paredes 1966 Homecoming Queen. Highland’s effort to make homecoming night a complete suc- cess fell short despite a valiant second half performance. Battling to the final gun, the Trojans went down to defeat with a score of 21 — 14. With outstretched arms, varsity football coach Ken Sypult pleas with the mighty Trojans for a touch- down as he directs action from the sidelines. Tension mounted at the homecoming game as Highland and Merrillville fought to break the half-time deadlock. Homecoming 29

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Wearing the traditional homecoming mum along with a hopeful expression, varsity cheerleader Sara Vaughn prays for the extra point that will bring the game to a tie at half-time. Excitement and anticipation Larry Mays watches the fast-paced gridiron action from the sidelines. 28 Homecoming

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Emotions rise and joyous tears fall as kings and queens begin reigns Rhythmic sounds of drums and electric guitars filled the halls of High- land High at the many soc-hops, semi- formals, formals and dances which took place. Following home football and basketball games, club-sponsored soc- hops provided a chance for clubs and classes to increase their treasury. The Mr. Football and Mr. Basketball Soc- hops, traditionally sponsored by the sophomore class, took place to honor the most outstanding senior basketball and football player. Highlighting the Christmas sea- son, “Ice Palace,” a semi-formal turn- about, was sponsored by GAA. Sara Vaughn and Bill Boyd were crowned snowball King and Queen. “The Sweetheart Tree” was the theme of the annual Key Club Sweet- heart Dance. Electronically picking an ideal date was an innovation as Highland High’s Student Council sponsored the first computer dance. Those planning to attend filled out questionaires and were matched with two ideal dates. Unveiling the ’67 yearbook cover was the feature of the evening at the Shield Cover Dance. Two autograph dances were also sponsored by the publication, one for seniors and one for underclassmen. Proudly accepting a congratulatory kiss from the ' 67 Homecoming Queen Linda Paredes, John Puntillo, newly elected Mr. Football, begins his reign at the annual Mr. Football Dance, sponsored by the Sopho- more class. With tears of happiness falling from her eyes. Highland ' s Junior Miss, Annette Koselke, proudly stands before a cheering crowd in Frankfort, Indiana, where she received the title of Miss Congeniality. 30 Kings, Queens