Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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Oatch of the day Psssssst . . . Heard the latest? “Rumor has it that ...” this common phrase could be heard dozens of times during the day, whether it be through the Commons or just sitting in the second hour English class. From note writ- ing to word-of-mouth, students found ways to spread the newest and juiciest news. Gossip seemed to be a favorite way for many students to break the monotony of a school day. “Gossiping gives you something to talk about be- sides just doing schoolwork all day,” said junior Jeanine Berkowicz. Some found gossip to be educational, as well as entertaining. “I can learn things from gossip. It’s fun just talking to my friends and hearing the hot- test news, like who went out with whom. It ' s kind of like having your own soap opera.” said senior Penny Opatera. Contrary to popular belief even guys enjoyed getting in on the latest news. “I gossip not only to find things out about people, but also because it ' s one of the more fun things to do during school,” said sophomore Saul Garza. Students realized, however that spreading ru- mors through gossip wasn ' t always fun and games. “T alking about people is fun, but it can also be dangerous. I know if I found out people were talking about me, I’d get upset!” stated sopho- more Becca Ochstien. Looking down upon gossip, junior Nick Autry said, “All gossip does is get someone or other into trouble. I find no fun in it.” Gossip has been around for a while, and probably, it’s here to stay. Like other pasttimes, it’s a way of life. “I wonder what life would be like without it?” questioned Jeanine. L ebbie, have you heard . . . ?” Getting in every word she can, senior Barb Helms surprises senior Debbie Glass with the latest news. Lunch not only offered students a time to eat, but it also gave students ample time to catch up on the juiciest gossip. 18 In School Fun As she puts on the final streamer, sophomore DeAnna Ryband adds some surprise to her friend’s birthday by decorating her locker. Celebrating birthdays in school helped to break the monotony of the same old routine once in a while. N atching for the parade to pass by, junior Rick Vendl and seniors Staci Schatz and Jodi Clapman enjoy the un- usually warm weather on Homecoming. Students found themselves relaxing due to Homecoming ' s half day of school.

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I n the midst of his classmates, junior Bob Molnar screams his support during a pep rally, hoping to help his class win the Spirit Award. This support paid off as the juniors earned the Homecoming Spirit Award for most class support. With toilet paper in hand, senior Mary Blaesing TP ' s a player’s house the night before the Highland football game. Cheerleaders found decorating lockers and houses helped boost team spirit. Oheering for the team at the Re- gional football game pep rally, juniors Anne Bibler, Lisa Kraynik and Mary Mar- garet Tosiou root for the players as Coach Leroy Marsh seeks their support 17 Spirit

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7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., five days a week, Students sought ways to break loose WITHIN LIMITS J-£t it ail kdna Feeling run out of fuel and completely burned out, Christy wanders the familiar halls con- templating all the homework she has. In order to break the monotony of a day, Christy, like other students, found ways to escape boredom. Many students feel that school shouldn ' t be “all work and no play.” They would much rather gamble with their luck to have some fun. “When I’m in school and the pressure is real- ly on, I like to blow off studying and doodle, just to let off some steam, even if there is a chance of getting caught,” said sopho- more Kim Springer. Playing practical jokes be- came another form of breaking the boredom of the day. “I like joking around with people,’’ said junior Alan Zabrecky, “it ' s fun just to sit and joke around.” to break the dullness of second hour Government class, freshman Micky Levy hopes to sell some taffy ap- ples to seniors Steve Moskovsky, Don Williams and Lisa Patterson. Being new to the school, freshmen enjoyed taking part in various fundraisers. Another way students had found to have some fun was finding rides after school. But with a “little leaning on your friends,” as sophomore Tim Gill explained, the problem was solved. “Because not many of my friends drive it’s kind of hard to find rides, so when we do, we have to try and fit seven or eight people into a little Che- vette. It isn ' t all that comfort- able, but when you find the ride it’s sure better than walking, Tim said. Celebrating birthdays in school also became fun for stu- dents. ”1 was so embarrassed, for my birthday my friends decorated my locker with some streamers and balloons and a sign of a bunch of personal nick- names that they called me. One of my teachers saw the names and started calling me them. The whole incident made me mad at first, but it eventually blew over,” said junior Jen Ber- tagnolli. Teachers, too, tried to change the routine pattern of the day. “I like wearing funny out ties and joking with the kids,” said Mr. Steve Wrobleski, math teacher. “Being able to joke around with my students is im- portant because it tends to ease some of the pressures of the school day.” Another way teachers were able to add fun and excitement to their class was to have par- ties. “I remember once our teacher let us order food and bring it to class. In order to be able to eat, we had to write down on a piece of some paper what we ordered in French and not until we got it right were we able to eat,” recalls junior Katie Fleming. Trying to break those burn- out blues, students and teach- ers found ways to revive their spirits by trying to have some fun in school now and then. While reaching for his grab bag, ju- nior Gene Chang wonders what’s in- side. Spanish classes enjoyed fiestas” filled with pinatas, holiday treats, and grab bag gifts. 19 In School Fun