Bedford High School - Epic Yearbook (Bedford, OH)

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Colet Remember when Christmas was your fa- vorite time of year and remember how ex- citing it was when December rolled along. When was the last time you felt that way about Christmas? It’s been awhile. Now Christmas means saving enough money for all those presents Santa Claus was suppos- ed to bring. It means bearing the cold of winter and it means a vacation from school. But the spirit of Christmas was still alive and well and living at BUS as the holidays neared. Although the biggest Christmas event, the NHS sponsored Christmas Dance was can- celled due to a lack of funds and planning time, the merriment of Christmas still re- mained. As tradition insists, the Christ- mas season was a time for giving. Mrs. Josie Lesler and her Home Management classes followed this tradition as they led the Shoe and Boot campaign. In order that area children could have new shoes and boots for Christmas, this group set up a pine tree in the main entrance of the school. They made different colored paper angel ornaments and sold them to the sophomores, juniors and seniors according to the color for a quarter a piece. The stu- dents could then write their names on the ornament and hang it where ever they pleased on the tree. As a result, a healthy donation was made to the Shoe and Boot I NEED SUPPORT. Sue Stiver takes time out to rest after an excruciating night on the slopes at Brandywine. Fund and the main hall was decorated, adding a little bit of Christmas cheer to the school. Also showing the Christmas spirit were the Child Care and Foods classes led by Mrs. Cindy Gilbert who very kindly made paper wreaths and hung them on the doors of all the classrooms. Many BUS students and teachers expressed their love or Christmas cheer through Christmas Per- sonals in the Fourth Estate. There were four pages of Christmas Personals, more than any other year, proving that students still believe in Christmas, if not in old St. Nick himself. SLIP SLIDING AWAY. Taking a break from classes an anonymous bunch of girls ignore the cold to romp around in the snow. I OODS III CLASS: Front Row: Yvette Mills, Connie Stock, Janet Magda, Lynn Vilcheck, Brenda Schrantz. Nancy Kroft, Starr Greene, Lori Tillitz, Second Row: Nancy Davis, Gail Stankowitz, Back Row: , ' Josie Lesler, Cookie Myers, Kathy Tyler, Robin Davis, Linda Hedricks, Treacy Vest, Peggy I ifer Dar- lene Criddlc, Launa Mack. NARCS DON’T GET PRESENTS! Mr. Schaffer sits upon Santa’s (Karen Dawson) lap to ask for his presents just before Christmas vacation. Christmas Dance 17

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CHANCE A DANCE What would you rather do, dance or party? When this question was put to the test by the Sweetheart Ball, most people chose partying. The Valentine’s dance ran opposite a concert at the Coliseum and guess who won? This lack of interest in the dance was also a result of it having been a guy ask girl affair. Traditionally, all dances of this type have smaller attendances. Unfortunately, as a result, Student Senate suffered losses totaling S300. Another answer to the problem concerning dances and their loss of popularity is that alot of students cannot afford the high costs which ac- company attending one. The cost of the tickets, $4.00, along with a corsage, dinner, and extras produce a rather expensive evening. Sweetheart Court: Jerry Stoffl, Nita Pozar, Ken Kessler, Lydia Mackris, Jack Pilato, Debbie Tango Queen Sherry Howard, Bob Barrett, Patty Angelo, Rick Borowiak, Sue Erdos, Ed Estok, Cathy Rutherford, and John Wiese. Due to an accident, the sound of “Sabers” was not what was expected. The lead singer sustained injuries which prevented his performing. Rather than cancelling, a makeshift band consisting of one half Sabers and one half whatever combined to form a single group. Formal dances are becoming more and more obsolete, not only because of the cost, but because of a shift in student priorities. A big night out is no longer one of dining and dancing, but one of casual parties with a small group of friends. A beaming Sherry Howard and escort Bob Barrett reign over the Sweetheart Ball. Awaiting coronation, Jerry Stoffl and Nita Pozar share a few quiet moments. 16 Activities

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ANTICIPATION- Tins was the feeling experienced by five candidates while awaiting the announcement of the 1977 Harvest Hop Queen. In keeping with tra- dition, the results were not known until the coronation procedures began. Then, for Ronnie Petron the long wait became worthwhile. The excitement climaxed as the crown was placed on her head. Dancing to the theme song, “Just You and Me,” Queen Ronnie Petron and escort Steve Posta were soon joined by the court in the cor- onation dance. “Sabers” provided the entertainment for the evening, with re- freshments by Friendship Club who had sponsored the event. The meager decora- tions followed the main theme “Just You and Me,” by featuring silhouettes of couples which were impressive. Finding a parking spot was no problem, although finding a seat was. Since the Harvest Hop was the first dance of the year, the cafeteria was packed full of eager students. Most wished to partici- pate in the school’s first dance. This, along with the dance being girl ask guy, made the affair a huge success. THE KING AND QUEEN IN ALL THEIR GLORY! Queen Ronnie Petron and escort Steve Posta. 18 Harvest Hop COME UP AND SEE ME SOMETIME! Cheryl Kaplan dances the night away with John Juhasz. rae Mil paw