Kickapoo High School - Legend Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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usic makings a se TRUCTION nvaders broke into Kickapoo twice this year, resulting in the worst vandalism in city history. The first break-in that involved the painting of obscenities on the second floor halls cost nearly 851,200 to repair. But, the second break-in on Jan. 28 resulted in more than Sl00,000 damage. We knew it must have been bad because we read about it in the papers while We were in Florida for the band competition, Michelle Lovett, junior, said. ' ,M. ..- ,. v - N., -1 ..- Y Granny duds donned losets filled with paisley shirts, stirrup pants, and antique jewelry were finally unlocked as students pulled out clothes that were openly laughed at during secret dress-ups and were officially freed from such taunts as tacky, disgusting, or Mom, how COULD you? The looks of yesterday became prominent with the faddish appearance of big flower designs on anything from sweatshirts to jeans and the once again popular tight fitting skirts and pants. Grandma's clothes were also included in the mass exodus from the closets of the past. Silk blouses, long strands of pearls, rhinestone-studded jewelry, and elaborate collar pins became popular once more. The blending of old and new styles created the fashion trends of 1986 and opened minds to looks of Grandma and Mom that were popular when they were girls. ance, movie, and anti-war music took over the charts bringing new variety to the air waves. And We Danced were the lyrics of a popular song, and that was exactly what students did. New bands like A-ha and The Hooters played songs such as Take on Me and Day by Day getting everyone into the groove. Movies, too, played a big role in hit music. 'Separate Lives, Say You, Say Me, CWhite Nightsj Spies Like Us, CSpies Like Usb Man in Motion, CSt. E1m0's Firej and Burning Heart, CRocky IVD were a few of the year's titles. Anti-war theme bands such as U2 had songs with meaningful lyrics and added them to up-beat music. Sting added to the anti-war theme singing I hope the Russians love their children, too. - From HOW night to the memories assembly, your unbridledenthusiasm helped to unite the student body and Mmake our .job asithe '86 Cabinet extremely enjoyable. Todd Burgess, president aledictorian Paul Deal car- ried a 4.5 GPA and was selected as a National Merit finalist. He was awarded the Presidential Scholar- ship at the University of Tulsa. At Kickapoo, he earned four varsity letters and was a member of the United States Decathlon team for two years. He was president of French club and in National Honor Society and Key club. THE SCRAP BAG

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11.1 ,W .-.T M ,,,,, MMM 'W K E THE CAP BAG lift Jill Qllmqw-iii -ra iwhw ltffsw-arm fgf5,e,ZqSiQgix3Zvl it Dbl i'-tifxivi lf si-9, wi M lit The weeks after the shuttle disaster were filled with questions. The newspapers and magazines kept the public informed about new information. This ra hic from the S rin Held News l and Leader IS part of a diagram depicting the ill-fated shutt1e's course. i flWfZ?ga??gj,l . -1 .vm ml ',lg.jt,4M Jwgfgq ffl 7539 was w,3f.e,wQ.,r3 vQ3WRm,5,gl'wi wwf-:'u1Aa'fEi W frm-asm fI.f,2iiLHil.'?,'wi. 2 l I 5 I P mission diss, but dreams live un We mourn seven heroes were the words of President Ronald Reagan after the space shuttle Challenger exploded as millions of Americans watched. The tragedy occurred 70 seconds after lift off eight miles out from Kennedy Space Center. The mission Control reported that there had been no indication of any problem with i m n 48 THE SCRAP BAG the three engines, its twin solid boosters, or any other systems when the shuttle blew apart. I admire what they were trying to accomplish. Hopefully, what happened will not discourage the idea of improving education, senior Brian Morris said. This was a historic first flight because it was to carry a civilian in space. Christa McAuliffe, a 37-year- old social studies teacher at Concord High School, MA, was to be the first teacher in space. She had an urgency for relating ry s ry ummie bears, teddy bears! Ev where! They were impossible to escape. Grocery, department, and hardware stores all carried the crazed gummie bears. Traditional teddy bears and those dressed up like people invaded toy stores and specialty shops. Gund and Avanti brand bears were popular and expensive. Price isn't the concern of the true teddy lover, though, it's their cuddleabiliyf' senior Nicki George, collector, said. the world of today and the hopes of tomorrow to her students, science teacher Mr. jose Florez said. With her spirit and energy, she lighted the candles of knowledge and truth in the minds of the youth. But, above all, she served with courage as a mother, with dedication to her profession and to the quest of the universe with the supreme sacrifice of her life, he added. Again, the words of President Reagan are meaningful. T he Challenger and its heroes will always be remembered for their courage. he craze began in Europeg but by the beginning of the year, the Swiss timepiece Swatch was everywhere. Color coordinated watches with faces of paisley polkadots, mazes, or even the scented styles were worn by the armfuls. This was not the only fad. Swatchguards, sunglasses, sweat- shirts, and pocketknives were added to the line. Swatch was IT.

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