Valparaiso High School - Valenian Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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r Thank goodness, it ' s over! With the arrival of graduation announce- ments, end-of-the-year banquets, and prom, an uneasy restlessness settled over the senior class. But as the graduation date approached, seniors kicked into high gear with enough ener- gy to keep the administration on its toes. Appearing with the first sunny day was a senior absentee list long enough to evoke the suspicions of Assistant Principal Robert Sut- ton. As a result, many Seniors became ac- quainted with the dreaded Saturday class for the first time. Locker clean-out day also proved to be a traumatizing experience for many seniors. Post- ers, stickers, and pictures representing person- al taste had slowly accumulated throughout the school year and suddenly had to be removed. Razor blades, bottles of Fantastic, and in some instances acid from the science department were all utilized in restoring locker doors to their original state. Another sign of the fast approaching G-Day was senioritis which struck even the most dedi- cated students. Spanish teacher Charles Geiss often responded to the seniors-turned-clock- watchers, “Time will pass; will you?” Much to the relief of everyone involved, 12 years of schooling finally drew to a close, leav- ing seniors impatiently waiting for the official ceremonies. Baccalaureate services, held at the Valpar- aiso University chapel, were held Sunday, May 27, at 7 p.m. Father Terry J. Steffens of St. Paul Catholic Church gave the sermon, “In View, All Find Their Home.” Commencement, held Wednesday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the VHS gym, started with Rev. Donald H. Williams of Immanuel Lutheran Church delivering the invocation. Following were the traditional speeches from Superinten- dent R. James Risk, Valedictorian Laurie Vaughan, and Salutatorian Julie Pekarek. Senior class vice-president Mark Remijan ex- pressed appreciation for the teachers, after which Principal Garth Johnson, with the assis- tance of class president Sean Garrett, distribut- ed the diplomas. Class secretary Barbie Jones and treasurer Laurie Vaughan gave a rose to each graduating girl. After graduation, a senior party was held at the V.U. Student Union where seniors worked off the last excess energy, laughed, and remi- nisced about “the good old days.” — Scott Groves REPRESENTING THE GRADUATES. Senior Class President Mark Remijan recognizes the faculty for its part in their education. He also announced that the Class of ’84 will leave to the school a display case for the hallway. AS THEIR CLASSMATES’ names are called. Leanne Pera and Lynette Perrow lead mem- bers of their row to the stage to prepare to receive their diplomas from Principal Garth Johnson. 24 Graduation Baccalaureate

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Romance from SOPHOMORE STEVE LETEN1CH at- tempts to make a free throw at post- prom to be eligible for door prizes. KELLY N1LAND AND her date Nick Reynolds trade tickets for favors with Mr. Lance Leach at the entrance of Shangri-La. the 1984 Prom. A JAZZ ENSEMBLE, composed of ju- nior class parents, greets the couples as they approach the entrance of post- prom. For Eost Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yashica are all definitely Japanese. The culture from the Far East has touched everyone’s lives from computers to the latest fashions. But, Japan has touched VHS in a different manner: not by the advanced technologies, but with the orien- tal flowers and romantic touches of Shangri-La. At the 1984 Junior-Senior prom, held Friday May 11, from 8:30-11:30 p.m„ Shangri-La fea- tured cherry blossom trees, Japanese lanterns and rickshaws to set the mood. Japanese ex- change student Irie Nakano helped create the setting with original Japanese touches. Shangri-La was created by j ' unior officers who headed prom. These officers were Missy Warheit, president; Greg Bannec, vice-presi- dent: Julie Henderson, secretary: and Debbie Kobak, treasurer. A car wash and a computer dating program, new to VHS, were the major money-makers for the Junior class. The money raised, approxi- mately $3500, was used for all decorations, favors, refreshments, and the band. Jubal, also new to VHS, was chosen by the officers to entertain the couples attending prom. According to junior class Sponsor Miss Ruth Williamson, about 270 couples attended the prom. Miss Mara Fiegle assisted Miss Wil- liamson as junior class sponsor. The Grand March was held at 9:30, led by Missy Warheit, senior class president Sean Gar- rett, and their dates. The balconies were open until the end of the march for friends and rela- tives to view the couples. Pictures, ranging in packages from $9-15, were taken by Giolas starting at 6 p.m. to avoid long lines. Postprom was held directly after prom at the student union of Valparaiso University. The theme. Southern Nights, was created by junior class parents, sponsors of the event. From 11:30 p.m.-3:30 a.m., students were able to dance to a band or DJ, eat from a buffet dinner, bowl, play games, get their fortunes told, or relax eating ice cream. Tickets were $12.50 per person and once inside, everything was free. Junior class par- ents, headed by Mrs. Arlene Warheit, Mrs. Diane Chilian, and Mrs. Judy Henderson raised approximately $1500 to cover all expenses, in- cluding door prizes. — Abby Huseman Prom Post Prom 23

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Graduation Baccalaureate 25 GUIDANCE DIRECTOR Don Dick announces the name of each graduate while Principal Garth Johnson presents the diploma and a congratulatory handshake. SYMBOLIZING THEIR COMPLETION of 12 years of schooling, members of the Class of ' 84 move their tassels from the left to the right side of their caps. VALEDICTORIAN LAURIE Vaughan pre- sents her address to the graduates and all who gathered for the Commencement exer- cises.