Sunset High School - Sundial Yearbook (Dallas, TX)

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P The 1984-85 Homecoming Nominees strike a casual pose. NWI i A Qi. .avr if wk S E so eee ri 1, oteo . 5 R 5 .Ny ,,, ' VKQ. A 1, I J, 20 STUDENT LIFE A The 1984-85 Homecoming Oueen nominees and escorts are introduced to the audience. V Senior Class Secretary Javier Barrientos crowns the 1984-85 Homecoming Oueen, Pamela J. Gonzalez, after she is presented with roses. ye

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Purple Reign The excitement was in the air weeks in advance. Individual students and various organizations around campus prepared for the favorite activity of football season: the Homecoming Assembly and crowning of the queen. The Homecoming Assembly normally brings tradition and spiritual meaning to the lives of all Bisons, but the 1984 assembly had political and proceedural implica- tions as well. For the first time since the im- plementation of House Bill 72, students were allowed to have a rally during class time. Although it was a mere fifteen minutes out of seventh period, it was time very well spent, and educational of course. The assembly featured some ot the most active student participation of the year, but it was clearly stated by Mrs. Joyce Cooper that this assembly was to be a learning experience. ln- structional it was, especially to those Freshmen who had not been able to attend a previous rally, lor here they were able to see all ol Sunsets glory and pride come alive. Although all the educational reform may have put a damper on Bison spirit for previous assemblies, no lack of enthusiasm was noted here. One of the most sentimental and touching moments occured when Bo passed along his message of inspiration and encouragement dur- ing the ceremony known as the Bison Speaks. Along with the much anticipated presentation of the 1984 Homecoming Oueen, P. J. Gonzales, and her court, Suzanne Burkhart, Jenny Walling, Nancy Moreland, and Janita Romero, came the not so traditional and rather unexpected flashing by Student Body President, Bennett Phelps whose message Kill Pinkston, appeared on his t-shirt and shorts. No one was left behind in the array of activities which took place during the week of October 29-November 3rd. The cling and clatter of bells on the girls' Homecoming mums could be heard through the halls while Mrs. Greuling's Homeroom enjoyed the pizza party awarded to them for winning the Door Decorating Contest. The impact was huge for Seniors, because it was a time to reflect on the Hnast years spent at Sunset, ike recalling your first assembly Imelda Villela A Varsity Cheerleaders, Caroline Kelly, Tim Klein, Alethia Mouton, Edward Ramirez, San- dy Bell and George Gamez stand through a touching mo- ment of silence as the Bison speaks. yi ss.. . as A. .A 1122-:ss in A. Q W, , . ,., . - X . ,X 11 t r z.5s,1'S . 1 .gl is - ,gag 1... ' I , . . . 'sk 2 is v . l'-1 5 D if .QM I 1 if -141 . 5 S? 1 N .ft if a' fa , i A Student Body President Ben- nett Phelps and Senior Class Secretary Jay Barrientos sur- prise the student body with an unusual touch of spirit as the Varsity cheerleaders enjoy the enthusiasm. STUDENT LIFE 19 A The Bison Band leads t crowded auditorium in spirit

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V The 1984-85 Homecoming Oueen, Pamela J. Gonzalez. ei. its NWFP!-f v f . lust Like Qld Times What's the perfect way to end a toot- ball season? The Bisons know how, they have been doing it with an age old tradition for over twenty-five years and have done it once again with the best ever 1984 Homecoming Dance. Some good music provided by Senior Eric Maroquin's D.J. Group, a couple of great sponsors and some party starved kids is all it took to have a'good time. The customary Oak Cliff Country Club set the scene. Although the Bison Football season did not end with a victory, Sunset's students proved that loyalty is our kind of victory and a couple of losses would not get in the way of celebrating the winnings. That's exactly what we did this year more that ever, for this years dance proved to be the most successful. Attendance as in years before, was no problem here, the crowded dance floor and scarcity of tables confirmed this. Proceeds from the dance far exceeded last years, good news for Student Council, who always seem to go out on a limb to organize, schedule, and fund all Homecoming Productions. Productions such as the Homecoming Dance can be difficult - imagine try- ing to satisfy the great variety of musical preferences. But Eric Maro- quin D.J. group Unique Sensation provided many crowd pleasers in- cluding Purple Fiain by Prince, which was the dance number for the nominees and queen. The Homecoming Dance was the best ever, we all had a really great time and there was a strong feeling of unity. Cristina Flores A Sophomores Monte Eltff and Ashley Vincent take advantage ot the great music at the Homecoming Dance. 5 5 i i and enjoy the pa atmosphere. anna. SS A Scott Wood, Michael Wagner, and Marla Massey take a break STUDENT LIFE 21