Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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SURPRISE! Decorating a locker, sophomore Cari Ugent and junior Kim Conley surprise their friend for her birthday. While some students celebrated their friends ' birthdays in nonconventional ways, others went to all lengths to make their birthday s special. OVER THE HILL? Phone calls bearing Happy Birthday greetings and small gifts like candy and cards make guidance counselor Miss Annette Wisniewski ' s birthday a day to remember. Teachers celebrated special days just as well as students by giving trinkets of friendship, drawing names for gifts at Christmas, and throwing Over the Hill parties in the lounge. JUST WHAT I ALWAYS WANTED Pleased with her gift, sophomore Trisha Laskey opens presents on her 16th birthday with a little help from sopho- more Lisa Triana. From party hats to cakes, students found that the tradi- tional ways of celebrating birthdays proved to be a unique experience.

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Birthdays, anniversaries mark distinct calendar days As students open their eyes at the crack of dawn, they catch sight of the calendar. They look once, then twice. Suddenly they’re filled with excitement and anticipation. The realization that a special day has come around again brings a smile to their face. But what exactly did students do on these special days? Students did not perform the ordinary events of waking up, getting dressed, and walking into their first hour class on these special days. Instead stu- dent s found themselves participat- ing in a variety of out-of-the-ordi- nary activities. Supposedly students between the ages of 14 and 18 overlook the traditional way of celebrating birth- days. But this myth proved to be quite the contrary. From decorat- ing lockers with crepe paper and balloons to throwing old-fashioned birthday parties with cake, pres- ents, and decorations, students found different ways to pay tribute to their friends’ birthdays. “I think celebrating my friends’ birthdays in a manner like we did when we were younger helps us to become closer and have a better time to- gether,” commented Ann Brom. Couples also participated in the celebration of their own. From a ANTE UP! Carefully counting their earnings, jun- ior Tom Bendis and Mark Pfister par- ticipate in a traditional game of poker. Because many enjoyed going out with just the guys, traditional games such as poker made the night unique. 22 Little days romantic dinner for two to a movie and ice cream, they found various activities to enjoy that ever so spe- cial day— their anniversaries. “I would put lace on the table with two candles and cook whatever my girl- friend wanted on our anniversary,” said senior Chris Harding. I think this enables the relationship to grow and makes the occasion something to look back upon.” Athletes’ special days came in a way that differed from others. Gathered in the autitorum, athletes received awards for their participa- tion in a sport. From volleyball to football all athletes from every sport were acknowledged for their contri- butions. “The sports banquets al- lowed athletes to finally get all the praise they deserved for what they had accomplished in their sea- sons,” said sophomore Lisa Triana. “ No one understands how hard athletes work to balance their time between school and sports. “ As the clock struck midnight, ending that special day, students reluctantly made their way to their rooms. Although the day had come and gone, memories of their nights would always be a part of them as they went their seperate ways and looked forward to up- coming special events. CANDLELIGHT In order to make the night special, junior Linnette Glendening lights the candle for her one year anniversary dinner. Coup- les found cooking dinner a way to celebrate their anni- versaries and it provided a unique way to spend their evenings.

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1 lolid t From c From choral concerts to egg hunts, students swing into seasonal celebrations I get really excited on New Year ' s Eve becuase I love throw- ing confetti and wear- ing gay hats when midnight rolls around , junior Kathey Blair Standing on her tiptoes to put the star on the top of the tree, searching for the Golden Easter egg, or carving a scary face on a pumpkin helped students antici- pate the various holidays through- out the year. Students who wanted tp make their Sweethearts day special found Valentine’s Day the time of the year to celebrate. “I sent my girlfriend a dozen roses because I want her to know how much I really cared for her,” stated senior Jason Dragos. “The fact that it was Val- entine’s Day highlighted the roses even more.” Long awaited winter vacation gave students a two week break without having the burdens of homework, getting up at the crack of dawn, or of listening to teachers of seven hours out of the day. Cele- brated holidays such as Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Eve provided students with the oppor- tunity to have celebrations FAMILY TIES As senior Tina Carrara and her younger brother attempt to wrap their parents present, they find the holidays a time to spend quality time together. Christmas provided students withe chance to exchange gifts and offered students a two week vacation. throughout their winter vacation. “I get really excited on New Year’s Eve because I love throwing confetti and wearing gay hats when mid- night rolls around,” laughed Kathe Blair. “I also like making new year’s resolutions,” she added. Not only did students find sum- mer vacation a holiday that relieved the tension of school, but students found the Fourth of July and Labor Day special holidays that gave them all the more reason to cele- brate. “Even though Labor Day is one of the last days of summer, it gives me an excuse to party,” said sophomore Russ Kochis. “I espe- cially like the idea that we have only been in school for a couple of days and we already have a day off. Whether it be carving a turkey, lighting a menorha, exchanging gifts with that special someone, students took new and different approaches to celebrate and enjoy the holidays throughout the year. OH HOLY NIGHT Acting out the part of one of the three kings, senior George Lamaster brings his gift of myhr to the holy family. On December 22 the Westminster Presby- terian Church put on its annual out- door live nativity scene to provide the Community with an unusual way to celebrate the Christmas Holiday.