Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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SLIP AND SLIDE Trying to keep he r balance, sophomore Janet Oi slides down the snowy hill at Frank Hammond Park. Although some found the snow an inconvenience, many used the bad weather to the best of their advantage. BREAKING AWAY Kicking back on the couch with the munchies, junior John Sipple relaxes while listening to “Ripple by The Grate- ful Dead. Students often spent extra time taking it easy to get away from hectic everyday schedules. Getting through the day

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Juggling jobs, homework, chores, students face never-ending workloads HEFTY , HEFTY, HEFTY Before putting on his coat and shoes, senior Brendan Sheehy proceeds to tie the kitchen garabage shut. Many students forced themselves to help out with such chores as taking out the garabage, in hopes of getting on mom’s good side. Dread fills Karen’s thoughts as she carefully scrutinizes the follow- ing sheet of paper : Report for work at Gap 3:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Baby-sit for the Jones 7:40 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Walk dog and clean room 9:00 p.m. -9:40 p.m. Homework 9:40 p.m.-? “How can I find the time to do my homework with this crammed schedule?” She thinks to herself. Although not all students’ schedules seemed as crammed as Karen’s, many could identify with similar ones. As students sub- jected themselves to other obliga- tions besides school, they received a taste of the hustle and bustle of a different world. Whether doing the dishes or working at neighborhood clothing stores, students engaged in a variety of commitments to pre- pare themselves for the real world. As the cost of living increased as time passed, students felt the need to look for alternate means of earning an income. Jobs such as working at local fast food restau- rant to baby-sitting for friends pro- vided students with that extra buck. “I felt I needed to get a job because I was sick and tired of mooching off my parents,” stated senior Brad Glendening. “Working at Burger King also allowed me to earn the money I needed to get the things I wanted. Some student chose to help their parents out around the house. As the dirty dishes, garbage, and dust piled up, parents expected their kids to participate in the clean up duty. “When my mom is busy or not at home, I clean and iron my clothes to help out with the family chores,” exclaimed junior Bob Morris. With such crammed and hectic schedules, students found it diffi- cult to fit in their required studies. Students found themselves with no spare time and staying awake during the wee hours of the night. “My parents expect me to help around the house and because my schedule is packed each night, I usually start my homework around 9 p.m., said sophomore Lynn Pavolich, “ and by 9 p.m. I am al- ready so tired I can’t do my work to the best of my potential.” Karen takes a second glance at the sheet of white loose leaf paper, sighs and darts out of the North hall doors. With only 30 minutes to change, eat, and drive to work at River Oaks, she sets out to begin the first event of her five pending, after school obligations. PAYING UP While helping senior Susie Glennon with a new addition to her wardrobe, senior Jen Beres spends her Saturday afternoon working at Benetton at River Oaks mall. Clothing stores rather than local fast food restraunts became a popular weekend job for students. Chores and more ✓ -! 19

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t husokm Tearing away from humdrum day, simple diversions provide fun escape As utter boredom struck because of that humdrum day, silly games along with relaxation played important parts in making it through the day. After spending week after week in school, students needed a change in pace. Because abandon- ing school appeared definitely out of the question, creating ways to get away from it all during and after school became the only solution. “I get so bored during school that I’ll pick something in the room to count, just so I won ' t fall asleep,” said sophomore Carl Boehm. Spending time with a close friend or someone you care about became a great antidote for getting through “one of those days.” Sometimes the most fun you can have is being with someone you care about. JUST THE TWO OF US While helping out in the homecoming festivities, seniors Nancy Gozdecki and Steve Hess enjoy each others company. Float allowed many to escape from their everyday routines. Sure, I like to go out and have fun, but sometimes I just like to relax at home with a close friend,” ex- plained senior Melissa Klee. Technology also played a role in helping students survive. Whether listening to the Grateful Dead on a walkman gossiping on the tele- phone, it definitely kept students busy. “In order to keep from doing my homework I’ll do anything. When I get home from school I watch my soap and then talk non- stop on the phone until I go to bed, said junior Jo Galvin. Outdoors provided a means o, escaping routines. While sorm went all out in sporting events, others took walks in the fresh air. “When I want to get away from it all I go hunting, fishing, or camping,” said project biology instructor Mr. Arthur Haverstock, science teacher. “It’s a great way to relax Whether it be from simple koosh ball games in the hall between classes, or dinner for two, escape methods relieved those wearisome in and out days. “When I want to get away from it all, I go hunting, fishing, or camping. It ' s a great way to relax and have fun.” Mr.Art Haverstock, science teacher A HELPING HAND While working together, sophomores Natalie Krol, Jen Strudas, and Brooke Barsic fluff flowers. Small get togeth- ers offered a chance to socialize while helping them get through the week. Getting through the day O i