Alton High School - Tatler Yearbook (Alton, IL)

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FOCUS ON... TIM Will you be the one after high school waking up after twelve, catching a few soaps, later watching the, “Brady Bunch” for the 87th time, while indulging in Hostess Twinkies, a six-pack of Pepsi, and a bag of Doritos? SURELY THERE’S PREPARED FOR THE WORST AND DREAM FOR THE BEST! Others might elect to take up a vocation such as architectural drafting, jobs requiring secretarial skills or cosmetology. The J. B. Johnson Career Center offers an entire spec- MORE TO LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL THAN THIS! Exploring a few other possibilities ... You could go to college. There are many colleges to choose from today. Everyone wants to go to a well-known college, but not everyone is so fortunate. Going to college is a big step. Everyone needs — but not all possess — the : responsibility and commitment that goes along with the college life. BE trum of these vocational programs teaching the details and important do’s and don’ts establishing a sound career foundation. Often a part-time job in retail work, selling anything from clothing to stereos, offers future possibilities for managerial or supervisory full time careers. No matter that field develops for you in the future “GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS OF ’87.”

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FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDE ■■■■■■■■ Thomas Larsen Soren Refsguard Another exchange student from Denmark, pictured above with his host family Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Strasser, Soren Rcfsgaard, finds America and Denmark similar and dissimilar. One of the many differences between the two countries is that in Denmark, the drinking age is 18, and drinking and driving penalties arc greater than in the U.S. If a person is caught drinking and driving in Denmark, he would lose his license for two years, could go to jail, and also would receive a large fine. As for the socializing among teenagers in Denmark, they usually go to discos or a friend's house. If they are drinking they either stay the night where they are or find a ride with someone else sober. Thomas Larsen's home is Wilborg, Denmark, which is about four hours from the German border. Wilborg is an urban area of about 40,000 people. In Denmark, Thomas attends a school called Folkeskolen. “In Denmark, instead of having a weekly test or quiz, we have a test maybe once a month, Thomas stated. When asked what he likes about America, Thomas jokingly replied, “My lunch break! In Denmark their lunch period lasts only 20 minutes. His interests include music, ice hockey, soccer and skiing. He stated, I like downhill skiing most! Aside Thomas’ arrival in St. Ixniis. Barb and Ed Rice, (Host Family), Jeannie Dy Ning, from skiing, Thomas enjoys playing (visiting from Manila, Philippines) Chris Sichra, (Rice’s Neighbor), and Thomas, soccer. He has played for six years and is presently playing for AHS varsity team. Thomas intends to train as a fighter pilot in the Air Force upon his return to Denmark. He revealed, “I came here to learn more about the American culture than what I’ve heard and to see what some of America’s major cities are like. Thomas is currently staying with the Ed Rice family of Godfrey. Fleming Rosenbeck, also from Denmark, stayed with the Rice family last year. Thomas I irsen and Rena Davis, (One of 3 Host sisters). Thomas had not tasted watermelon of this size or variety. HE ATE FOUR LARGE MELONS THE FIRST WEEK HE WAS HERE! Thomas and his sister Annette, visiting from Denmark for Christmas. The decorations they are putting on the tree they hand-crafted. 8 Exchange Students Thomas demonstrates how to vacuum the floor ... completely absorbed by the “Walkman” he’s wearing