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

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I Ginger udents who chose not to jrticipate in the second inual Student Council field ay (1972) enjoyed watching the festivities from the bloachers. Students and toachers participated in events such as the marshmallow toss, balloon pop, four legged race and the tricycle relay. Long hair was •in'. Sophomore Troy Banawart and Juniors Michelle Wil- liams, Andrew Davis, and Debbie Hund study their vocabulary lessons in Mrs. Neeily’s German MIA class. Photo by K. Sides People 167

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Ethnic Diversity, Changing Families Expand Elsik’s Dimensions Elsik has changed drastically in ten years and so have the people. The student body has become more diversified and the percentage of ethnic minorities continues to increase. Also, the number of single parent families increased from 21.7 million in 1970 to 35 million in 1983 in the U.S. At Elsik. 32% of all students live in a single parent home. Single parent families included many of Elsik’s students as fifty percent of all marriages in Harris County ended in divorce. With the economic “crunch.” many students either felt they needed to or were forced to seek employment. As a result, many saw their grades drop or were no longer able to participate in extracurricular activities. As time passes, not only Elsik. but the Alief community has changed. The influence of Houston's rapid growth and urbanization in the late 1970’s will be felt forever. Bell bottom jeans were the of the 313 freshmen duri 'thing' In 1976 when Elsik the 1975-76 school year, oponed. This student was one The highlight of the powder puff halftime was theannoun- cement of the second annual Powder Puff King. Everyone rushed to congratulate George Craig as he was announced the winner. Photo by L. Cates Varsity football team is number one after they won against Lee High Scho members unite to show who the first game of the season Photo by L. Cates 166 People

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President Kim Adams, GSL Queen Jonnifer West. Phot member, Is crowned by C. Teat Homecoming Queen by '83 Dedication Brings Seniors’ Success Senior Sponsors S. Powder Puff game. Photo by Nusynowitz and S. Helnts- L. Cates chel support the class at the Senior Class success resulted from financial success. Waiving the traditional Adam’s Mark location, the prom was held at the new Hyatt Regency West. Having worked hard since their freshman year, the class raised almost $15,000 by the middle of the year. Major fund-raisers included the Freshman Sale. Sophomore Mug Sale, and Junior Cookie Sale. The Seniors also sponsored the Homecoming dance. Vice President Julie Johnson said, We expected to break even on the dance, but made over $500. Also. $3300 was earned at Powder Puff. Earnings increased by selling programs at football games and donuts before school. The officers not only contributed to the success of the class, but were active in other activities too. President Kim Adams was a varsity cheerleader, a member of the track team. GSL. and FCA each for two years. She was also on the Superintendents Student Advisory Council. Outside of school. Kim was active in gymnastics. Both Vice President Julie Johnson and Treasurer Leslie Lawless were three year varsity cheerleaders, and two year members of NHS and FCA. Secretary Tracie Rutherford was an officer each of her three years as a Revellier. She was also secretary of NHS one of her two years as a member. Class sponsors Sheri Nusynowitz and Sharon Heintschel dedicated much time to helping the class. It’s a lot of work. said Mrs. Heintschel. But it’s really fun, added Mrs. Nusynowitz. They enjoyed working with the class, and both agreed. They’re a great group of students and a terrific group of homeroom teachers. By Lisa Sturm Senior Section Editor Secretary Tracie Rutherford, Revle co-captain, prepares to perform at the Revie Food Fair. Photo by V. Pai Treasurer Leslie Lawless, three year varsity cheer- leader, enjoys cheering at the Dome. Photo by L. Cates Class Vice President Julie discusses the upcoming play Craig and Safety Leslie Johnson, defensive left end, with Defensive Coach George Lawless. Photo by L. Cates 168 Seniors