Alief Elsik High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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Varsity Club for boys; girls stay with FCA Boys Varsity Club was once known as the Fellowship of Christian Athletes but they changed their club name and no longer conducted meetings on the school premises. This was because of a decision by the Supreme Court. Sponsor and Treasurer Coach Fyke says, “We do not intend to fight this situation. We are going to follow the guidlines outlined by our administration, but I feel we can continue to grow.” The boys F.C.A. has proved itself successful participating in projects such as a stadium clean-up, selling conscnssions at athletic events, and a car wash. Girls Fellowship of Christian Athletes made the decision to keep their original name. “Changing the name is going against what the club stands for,” says Mrs. Marti Hatfield. The girls are no longer allowed to meet at school. This year the girls F.C.A. has been successful in their bake sales, a car wash, and a Jog-A-Thon for the Heart Association. by Rhonda Brookshire F.C.A. meeting at Mark Shindlcr's. P. KufTel photo Attending boysand girls F.C.A. meeting: Wendi.Tamiko, Ronnie, Mandy, and Jo. P. Kuftcl photo Jogging for the Heart Association: Mrs. Hatfield. Michelle and Janet. D. Adams photo Just thinking it all over. P. KufTel photo 162 Clubs

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On Stage Stage Band jazzes it up The smallest band at Elsik was the Stage Band. The twenty-eight members of the stage band were the top players at Elsik. This non-traditional group played mainly jazz and rock music. A first division rating at the UIL Solo and Ensemble proved their outstanding ability and also that of director, Terry Crummel. The Stage Band had an active year playing for the Band Chili Supper, Talent Show, Lion’s Club Queen Contest, and contests at Sam Houston and San Jacinto. Kevin Allen and Marvin Collette both agreed that Stage Band really helped their playing abilities and they also enjoyed the smaller group and more “relaxed atmosphere”. by Brena Baumann Practice makes perfect. Photo: C. DuPlain “Little Drummer Boy - Mike Tisman. Photo: C. DuPlain Performing at the Chili Instructing a student - Mr. Crummel. Photo: C. DuPlain Supper. Photo: C. DuPlain Stage Band 161

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Reaching out Christian Student Union is a club that has been around Elsik for five years. The purpose of this club is to have fellowship with other Christians, have a bible study, and to serve the community. Once a month CSU members visit local nursing homes. At Christmas, CSU was joined by Student Congress for a sing-alongand refreshments at Bayou Glen Nursing Home. “It is so reassuring to be with students whose lives arc based on the love of Jesus,’’says sponsor Mrs. Lewis. by Rhonda Brookshire Visiting at Bayou Glen Nursing Home. Yui Choc talks with a resident. CSU 163