Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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STRAIGHTENING THINGS OUT With a look of determination, alumnus Jeff Mussatt adjusts junior Vicky Vrabel’s necklace. While some enjoyed a night of dancing and socializing, others spent a quiet time isolated from the crowd. AND THE WINNER IS... Enjoying their moment in the Acad- emy Awards winner ' s circle, sopho- more Cheryl Sternberg and junior Mike Stevens accept their Best Dressed Couple award from Class sponsors Mr. Chuck Schallhorn, class sponser, and Mrs. Barbara Loch- mondy, math teacher. Prom 29

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% Feather boas, Groucho Marx glasses, leave cold students dancing in Hollywood ■J Ha We wanted everything to be perfect, and it was except for the weather. But, all in all, the night was even more memorable with the snow and the dance floor filled to capacity. junior John Kim Lights, camera, action set the scene as Groucho Marx glasses, top hats.boas and silk red roses helped create Prom ' s Hollywood production. After months of prep- arations, the show had begun. Accompanying the May 6 night in Hollywood, snowflakes blan- keted the ground as temperatures fell to record-breaking 31 degrees. But, this did not stop 251 couples from dancing the night away at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, featuring the theme song, “Wonderful Tonight” by Eric Clap- ton. “We wanted eveiything to be perfect, and it was except the weather,” said Junior Class Presi- dent John Kim. “But, all in all, the night was even more memorable with the snow and the dance floor filled to capacity.” The decorations and the Holly- wood touches enhanced the mem- ory but increased the ticket cost. Ticket costs raised complaints be- cause of the $5 increaseto $50 per couple. “All the ticket money went towards the added extras includ- ing valet parking, and decorations such as Groucho Marx glasses, top hats and canes for the guys and boas and silk red roses for the girls,” said Junior Class Treasurer Tammy Checroun. Seating reservations, along with assigned picture times added extra touches to the Junior Class Execu- tive Council ' s Hollywood produc- tion preparations. “Since we didn’t have to wait in line for pictures, or search for a table we had a lot more time to dance without any incon- veniences,” stated senior Jeff Crist. Not only had the scene been set to look like a glamorous Hollywood production, but a mini “Academy Awards added to the atmoshpere. Students voted for the “Most Ec- centric” (male and female), “Best Actor,” “Best Actress, and “Best Couple” by ballot. In addition, chaperones chose “Best Dressed” male and female. As the clock struck twelve, the bright lights dimmed and the blar- ing music became silent. Students paraded off theHollywood set and the night became a memory.... a show not soon to be forgotten. WONDERFUL TONIGHT Hand in hand, alumnus Chris Smith and senior Melissa Klee dance tothe band Changes beat. While some prefered slow dances, others enjoyed dancing to the faster beat. T « ’ r w WELCOMING COMMITTEE Excited to finally see a familiar face, sophomore Lynn Pavlovich sighs in relief as she greets her friends. Al- though held traditionally for juniors and seniors, some underclassmen attended Prom with upperclassmen. 28 Prom

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Looking for the place to be, Q u { teens cruise local social scene As each week came to an end, students devised plans for the weekend In hopes of breaking away from the hectic and monotonous week of school. The idea of hitting all the local hot spots then crept into minds as thoughts of geometry theorems and English vocabulary faded into the distance. “What’s going on this weekend? became a common statement among students as each weekday dragged by. With never-ending hours of homework during the week, students looked forward to an eventful weekend to somehow ease the tension and the stress created by school. “When Friday rolls around, my friends and I like to catch a flick at River Run and maybe go to Pizza Hut for a bite to eat,” said sophpomore Amy Moses. Aside from looking for entertain- ment at nearby theaters, students cruised the town in search of excite- ment. “After getting a full tank of gas at the beginning of the night, we just cruise around all night acting crazy and maybe hit the Burger King for a midnight burger,” said junior Mark Pfister. Looking for variety, students took advantage of the opportunity to tour the new Eastwood Mall and meet friends at Munster Junction. THEY ' RE PLAYING OUR SONG Gazing into each other ' s eyes sopho- more Julie Schoop and junior Curt Sobolewski let loose and dance the night away. Class Executive Councils and Student Government sponsored dances after a hectic week of school. 30 Hot Spots Mopeds, cars, feet, bikes, and even skateboards provided the trans- portation. “During the summer, my friends and I rode our bikes to Munster Junction to play mini- ature golf and ride the go-carts,” said freshman Becca Spangler. Dances in the cafeteria after Fri- day night basketball games in- creased in popularity as the year went by. The music allowed stu- dents to let loose and celebrate the weekend. “On a Friday night when we can’t think of anything to do, we go over to the dance, because we know a lot of our friends will be there. At least it’s something to do, said senior Jim Karr. Meeting friends at the local Bur- ger King or driving down Ridge Road in search of a familiar car, students took advantage of all the hot spots that made their social lives complete. Popular places to stop and meet up with friends filled spaces in weekday afternoons and weekend nights. HOLD THE MAYO! Devouring a Whopper from Burge r King senior John Reed satisfies his hunger pangs with food from a local fast food restaurant. Whether craving for a tasty burger or waiting for some friends, fast food restaurants proved to a unani- mous choice on the weekends. THUMBS UP! Catching the matinee show for Fly II, freshmen Jeff Doherty, Tim Bertagnolli, and Adam Gordon spend a Saturday afternoon at Grif- fith Cinema. Nearby thea- ters provided entertainment for students during the week and allowed them to spend time with friends.