North Side High School - Legend Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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;;. ; Basketball continues to be a favorite sport and pastime with varsity athletes and fans. Big-cast musicals featuring the fine arts department have become a feature of the 1970 ' s. A permanent stadium that began as a dream in Victorious teams were congratulated in assemblies, as the 1930 ' s was not a reality until the 1970 ' s. was the cross country team in 1968. Construction noise and warnings were part of the school day in the renovation period. 1 1 History 13

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Renovation signals attitude changes, new commitments Social upheaval in the nation in the last decade had its parallels at North. As students became more involved in the causes of the day or took part-time jobs, they spent less time at school. Participation in activities dropped, and dances and class parties all but disappeared from the scene. So many students drove to school that parking space was rare. The decade also brought a $5 million renovation from 1970 to 1972. Though North appeared the same on the outside, it changed radically within. Ceilings, walls, the heating system, windows, doors, stairs, and the gym were improved; locker and storage rooms were included in the new stadium; the industrial arts, music, library, and study areas were relocated. Redistricting made headlines in 1971. The resulting resentment spilled over at North in 1973, and efforts were concentrated on learning to work together for common goals. That brought new community involvement, renewed pride and spirit, and revived clubs or brought new ones that are working together to prepare for the anniversary. In 1972, Dr. Bill C. Anthis resigned his post to Mr. Max Updike, who was in turn succeeded by Mr. Daniel Howe in 1974. In 1968 the cross country team won state. The varsity basketball team was regional winner in 1969, 1970, 1975, and 1976, and sectional winner in 1971, 1972, and 1973. The team set a scoring record in the 101-99 game with Wayne in 1973, which took five overtimes to complete. The boys ' tennis team won sectionals in 1969 and the city crown in 1968, and the girls ' team won sectionals in 1975 and 1976. The women won the volleyball sectional in 1975. Spirit and pride remain high as Redskins in the school and in the community prepare for a golden anniversary. The introduction of Homecoming as an extension of the traditional Spirit Week signals renewed enthusiasm for the second fifty years. The delightful result of a tournament victory is cutting the net, a frequent North experience. Mr. Max Updike had been assistant principal before becoming principal in 1972. Commencements have outgrown the building, and the golden one will be at the Coliseum. I say b wi please .- 12 History

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Even faculty groups participated frequently in the Varsity Varieties sketches of the 1950 ' s. The newest of North ' s five principals, Mr. Danie ! Howe, performs the traditional duties. Chief Mac, the latest personification of the Redskin, performs good luck ceremonies. 14 History