Pueblo High School - El Dorado Yearbook (Tucson, AZ)

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. . current events Crises Shape Gur Future Many of the past year's headlines affected us in one way or another, from the Atlanta killings to the freedom of the 53 American hostages, headlines were strong. Hostages Released After 444 days of captivity the 53 Americans were freed. Hours before Ronald Reagan was to be inaugurated, then President Jimmy Carter, completed plans to unfreeze Iranian assets. After a brief stop in Wiesbaden, Germany, they were flown to West Point to be reunited with their families. Presi- dent Reagan then gave them an official welcome home. As each ex-hostage returned to their hometowns, again, cele- bration broke out. A sense of pride was felt by everyone. 1-Lopez family give thanks for Jimmy's safe return. 2-From his last album, Double Fantasy, John Lennon and Yoko Ono stand outside of their New York City apartment. 26

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Reagan Elected After President Reagan's election Americans were imme- diately affected. Reagan wanted to abolish the Department of Education. He also opposed abortion and wanted to reduce the massive growth of federal government. He opposed draft registration, too, since he believed that by making military service financially more attractive, it would boost recruit- ment, and that the only time to force military service on young people is during a national emergency. Also, Reagan wanted to see to it that youth work below minimum wage. In addition, he believed that the CETA program which gave jobs to economically disadvantaged youth should be cut. Atlanta Killings As of press time, 23 black children had been reported missing or killed in Atlanta. The city was in fear for their young to be on the streets day or night. Many of the victims had been asphyxiated. Throughout the country people united to raise funds to help the families of victims. President Raegan appropriated funds to help the city police force and FBI. Special task forces were set up to study the crimes round the clock. John Lennon Shot After a recording session, returning home, a sick fan approached John Lennon outside his New York City apart- ment and shot him dead. The world mourned and Lennon's music was heard on almost all radio stations. The Sunday after his death, Yoko Ono asked the world to pay a tribute of 10 silent minutes in his memory. Many observed this request in their own special way. TUSD Budget Cuts District budget cuts this year directly affected the Pueblo High School student body in that library services were cur- tailed, some classes were cancelled, counseling services were interrupted, and classroom supplies were limited. Because of the budget cuts, Pueblo's librarians, teachers, and counselors alternated subbing, while keeping their regu- lar jobs. Consequently, our library was often closed, and there was insufficient library help and counseling services. Teachers also were affected by the budget cuts. For exam- ple, teachers Bill Gordon and Warren Essig were changed from regular teaching assignments to permanent substitutes. As a result, three French classes taught by Mr. Gordon were combined into two classes, and one of the two reading labs that he taught was cancelled. Mr. Essig had taught CETA and various business classes and they were distributed to other business teachers. Departments had to limit ordering supplies to the five most needed items, which included anything outside of paper, sta- ples, pencils, etc. The Xerox machine in the library was shut down as no printing fluid could be obtained. Lights were shut off in classrooms and hallways to save energy costs. Polish Labor Unions The word solidarity became a familiar word in Poland and the world. Nationwide labor strikes threatened the nation's economy and labor unions were recognized, theat- ening the communist dictatorship. The world kept an open eye on the Soviet Union to be sure they wouldn't invade the crisis stricken country. ?l'Clfl RQgiSUGti0D 1 3 'HQSTAEE rusis TBC H11 QQLBCSCUQCS SBUESLBUUUQJE3 Sdt WANUCLELZAN TEEUAL -'ACAN ,L EIC I 1-.D Puma Tahslz Mzzons Lendmg John Lennon Killed Rate-A .- , f'QPPr Q ifvipovts Yran Yrag Ztfir I ll g E: ' I- I' ' I' ' o 0 O I f.Q.xIS3SCC3f.Q.kJlWE 1, , yt, 5 r USF 27