Las Animas High School - Trojan Yearbook (Las Animas, CO)

Text from Pages 1 - 140 of the 1982 volume:

Sponsor- Editor- Lawrence Sena Mark Archuleta Asst Editor- Lisa Rice Staff Members- Janice Sena, Dean Chapman, Sherri Camilli, Anthony Gallegos. Elaine Hedgecoke, Greg Ortega, Lisa Pennock, B. J. Roberts. Ted Ortega, Barb Palomino, Richie Martinez, Peggy Chapman. THHING TlfTlE.... TROJANS 1981-82 LAS ANIMAS HIGH SCHOOL 300 GROVE AVENUE LAS ANIMAS, COLORADO 81054 VOLUME XX Tahing Tima . . . Take Time To Work- It Is The Price Of Success. Take Time To Think- It Is The Source Of Power. Take Time To Piay- It Is The Secret Of Perpetual Youth. Take Time To Read- It Is The Fountain Of Wisdom. Take Time To Be Friendly- It Is The Road To Happiness. Take Time To Dream- It Is Hitching Your Wagon To A Star. Take Time To Love And To Be Loved- It Is The Privilege Of The Gods. Take Time To Look Around- It Is Too Short A Day To Be Selfish. Take Time To Laugh- It Is The Music Of The Soul. The Making of a Trojan Money, Money, Money, Money . 120-124 We The Students Of LAHS Dedicate This Annual To Mr. Willard Stevens And Brian Bender. Memories Linger, Long After You’re Gone. Quiet Times Remain. Bright Days Still Shine. But A Hurt Fills The Space, Now That You’re Gone. Mr. Willard Stevens 5ENUUR5 Naser Al-Nasrallah Manuel Archuleta David Arrona Eddie Ashcraft Veronica Ballez Ron Barks Shari Baublits Karen Bogner John Burns Sherri Camilli Jon Cardenas Robbie Cardenas Libby Carr Peggy Chapman Eric Cleveland Dawna Cole Ron Cook Trudie Davidson Stacey Davis James Davison Elaine DelPrete Doug Gabehart Anthony Gallegos James Gallegos Pam Gardner Bonnie Gribble John Heady Bryan Herba ugh 10 Frank Herrera Kathleen Hogue Susie Holman John Hopper Jamie Jones Kevin Kelley Don Lopez Anthony Martinez Cathy Medina Yvonne Martinez Medina Jack Miller Vivian Miller Donna Mondragon Donna Morlan Patty Neil Vi9 Jill Nicklos Ron Ortega Tom Parsons Lisa Pennock Tino Quintana Shelley Reed Doug Ricken Bobby Joe Roberts Jim Robertson Benny Sena Cynthia Trotter Victor Vialpando Scott Warner Picture unavailable Rick Birkey Patti Dillon Wesley Hale Chris Magana James Walton Tom Warren be professional students. T O be participants in the 1984 Olympics. own a fashion store for men and women. become the all star cast in Saturday Night Live. 14 SENIOR PROFILE Eddie Ashcraft: FFA; Honors; Chapter Farmer; Future Plans: College-Sterling. Veronica Ballez: Pep Club, Y-Teens, Boe, FBLA, FHA; Honors: second in Typing 2 at Business Olympics; Plans: to Work at Fort Lyon in Psychology Service. Ron Barks: I FA 4-H, LEO; honors: FFA scholarship Award- 1979, FFA Scholarship Award, Agriculture Mechanics Trophy- 1980, Voc. Ag Student of the year-1981, Voc. Ag. Student of Month-1982; Offices: FFA Junior Reporter-77-78, FFA treasurer- 1981-82; Plans: to attend OJC and major in Biological Science. Shari Baublits: Pep Club, Y-Teens, Key, Chorus, Cheerleader, Student Council, Drama, Boe, FBLA, GAA, Band, NHS, Powder Puff, Track, Basketball, Volleyball; Honors: Most Improved Vol- leyball; Most Valuable Volleyball, Outstanding Girl Jr. Athlete, Girls State alternate, Ms. FBLA, All-conference in Volleyball, DAR Good Citizen Award; Offices: Freshmen Vice-president, Trojan Theatre Guild Secretary, League Student Council Vice- President, FBLA President, NHS Vice-President, Trojan Theatre Guild Vice-President, Pep Club President, Winter Sports head Cheerleader; plans: To attend Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri. Rick Birkey: Football Karen Bogner: Lettergirl, Cheerleader, Pep Club, Y-Teens, Trojan Spirit, Student Council, IRC, DE, BOE, FBLA, Band, Powder Puff, Track; Honors: Santa Fe Trail Day Queen Candidate Junior year, 1981-82 Miss Trojan, 1982 Most improved BOE Student, Lettergirl, Cheerleader; Offices: Sophomore class Secretary, BOE President-1982; Plans: to attend Mile Hi College in Denver. John Burns Sherri Camilli: Y-Teens, Student Council, DE, BOE, FBLA, An- nual Staff, FHA, Trojan Spirit; Honors: Honor roll junior year, BOE special service award Senior Year; Plans: to attend North- eastern Jr. College in Sterling, CO Libby Carr: Y-Teens, BOE, FBLA; Awards: Fifth at districts in FBLA in Economics; Plans: to attend Lamar Community College in Cosmetology. Pe8g Chapman: Y-Teens, Student Council, DE, BOE, FBLA, Annual Staff, FHA; Offices: Student Council Treasurer Senior year, FHA Student Council Representative. Eric Cleveland: FFA. Elaine DelPrete: TTG. Patti Dillon: DE, FFA, IRC, Key Club, Trojan Spirit, Y-Teens, Girls State. Doug Gabehart: FFA. James Gallegos: Football, Track, A-Club. Wes Hale: Student Council. John Heady: Basketball, Football, A-Club. Dawna Cole: FFA, DE, BOE, FBLA, FHA. Honors: Club and class officer, senior SF-TD rep. Ronald Cook: FFA. Trudie Davidson: Pep Club, Y-Teens, FFA, Key Club, BOE, FBLA, FHA, Basketball. Honors: club and class officer, winter sports queen candidate, homecoming queen candidate. Plans: to attend Fort Lewis College. Stacey Davis: Y-Teens, FFA, Key Club, BOE, FBLA, FHA, Bas- ketball. Honors: all-conference and most valuable in basketball, most improved in volleyball. Plans: to attend Otero Jr. College. James Davison: 4-H. Anthony Gallegos: Key Club, Student Council, A-Club, Annual Staff, Band, Football, Basketball, Baseball. Honors: Attended Boys State, John Philip Sousa Award, club and class offices. Plans: to attend Adams State College. Pam Gardener: Pep Club, Student Council, Y-Teens, Chorus, TTG, IRC, DE, FBLA, NHS, Powderpuff, Volleyball. Honors: Frosh rep. homecoming, attended girls state, queen candidate win- ter sports. Plans: to attend Cottey College. Bonnie Gribble: Pep Club, Y-Teens, Spanish Club, FHA. Plans: to attend Otero Junior College. Bryan Herbaugh: Boys state alternate, honor roll Frank Herrera: DE, Trojan Spirit; Honors: 6th at DECA District, 3rd in geography, perfect attendance all four years, honor roll; plans: Otero Junior College in La Junta. Kathleen Hogue: cheerleader, DE, Pep Club, Y-Teens. Susanna Holman: Y-Teens, chorus, Trojan Spirit, DE, Spanish; honors: most improved singer, most inspirational singer, pin for responsibilities in DE, honor roll; plans: to become an Occupa- tional Therapist. John Hopper: NHS, Student Council, A Club, football, basketball, track, baseball; honors: American Legion School Award, Boys state. Student Council class representative; plans: attend Colorado State University in Fort Collins. Jamie Jones: Y-Teens, FFA, Key Club, Chorus, Student Council, BOE, FBLA, GAA, FHA, Trojan Spirit, NHS, basketball, volley- ball; honors: honor roll, Santa Fe League All Conference Basket- 15 SENIOR PROFILE ball team and olleyball team, most valuable volleyball player, Junior class President, most inspirational girls athlete, 1st in business Olympics for job interview contest, nominated for the Rocky Mountain Outstanding Teenager Program; plans: work in Carden City then to attend Garden City Community College and major in accounting. Kevin Kelley: Trojan Theater Guild, honor roll. Don Lopez: Chris Magana: baseball, football, A Club, DE; honors: Golden Glove Award. Anthony Martinez: DE, A Club. Annual Staff, football, track, basketball; honors: Jr. Class treasurer, DE class publicity chapter man; plans: attend DeVry Institution of Technology in Phoenix or join the Air Force. Cathy Medina: Y-Teens, DE, BOE, FBLA, Annual Staff, FHA, cheerleader, volleyball; honors: 1st at district FBLA Conference for Job Description, 5th at state FBLA Conference, Senior class treasurer; plans: work through summer at the VA Medical Center then attend college at OJC in La Junta in thefall. Yionne Martinez, Medina: Pep Club. Y-Teens, Key Club, DE, BOE. FBLA, Student Council, band, Trojan Spirit, cheerleader, powder puff football, track; honors: 1982 Winter Sports Queen, Candidate for United States National Leadership Merit Award, freshman class secretary, BOE secretary; plans: work at Kuhns Chiropractic Clinic then attend the University of Southern Colo- rado in Pueblo and major in pre-med. Jack Miller: FFA, A A Club, football, wrestling; plans: work Vivian Miller: Y-Teens, FFA, Student Council, DE, FHA; Hon- ors: Sophomore and junior high point winner for FHA, Overall high point winner for FHA, FFA Treasurer, FHA Parliamentar- ian, FHA President, FHA Vice President; Plans: Work at Bent County Memorial Hospital and attend Otero Junior College Donna Mondragon Donna M or Ian: Y-Teens, FFA, 4-H, DE, BOE, FBLA, GAA, NHS, Volleyball. Powder puff; Honors: FFA Sweetheart, Second in activities at State FBLA. Outstanding student of the month, BOF Superior Performance, AG 2 Outstanding Recordbook; Of- fices: FBLA Reporter, GAA Vice-pres.; Plans: to attend Olympia Beauty Academy in Colorado Springs Patty Neil: Track; Honors: Honor Roll Jill Nicklos: Y-Teens, Student Council, Key, IRC, DE, FHA, Trojan Spirit; Honors: Santa Fe Trail Day Queen Freshman year. Homecoming queen; Offices: Key Treasurer, IRC Secretary, FHA Vice-Pres., Sophomore Class vice-pres.. Senior class Student Council Representative; Plans: To attend Garden City Community College in Garden City, Kansas in Cosmetology Ron Ortega: Honors: Boys State, Honor Roll Tom Parsons: Baseball, Basketball, Football, A-Club Lisa Pen nock: Pep Club, Y-Teens, NHS, Key Club, Chorus, Stu- dent Council, Drama. BOE, FBLA, GAA, Annual Staff, Football (powder puff). Basketball. Track, Volleyball; Honors; Denver Post Outstanding Teenager, All conference Volleyball; Outstanding athlete in Sophomore Class, Most Inspirational Athlete, Junior Class Treasurer, Student Council President; Plans: Attend Adams State College Tino Quintana: Student Council, A Club, Football, Basketball, Baseball; Honors: Freshman Class Treasurer, Sophomore Class President, Senior Class Vice President; Plans: Work and attend college in Las Cruces, New Mexico and start own business in the future Shelley Reed: Pep Club, Y-Teens, Chorus, DECA, FBLA, NHS, Band, Powder Puff Football, Basketball. Volleyball; Honors: DECA regional Vice President, DECA State Vice President, DE secretary, FBLA Treasurer, 5th and 6th math contest FBLA, 4th in apparel and fashion. 3rd in cash register, DE student of year; Plans: To get married and attend college at Lamar Community College Doug Ricken: FFA; Plans: Work for drilling company Bobby Joe Roberts: Student Council. NHS, A Club, Annual Staff, Football. Basketball, Track, Baseball; Honors: Student Council Vice President, Mr. Trojan, All Conference Football. All State Football, A Award, Junior Class Vice President, A Club Treasur- er; Plans: Attend CSU in Fort Collins Jim Robertson: FFA; Honors: FFA President; Plans: Attend PRCA Rodeo Clown School and farm or ranch. Benny Sena: Football; Plans: Work and attend school. Cynthia Trotter: Trojan Theatre Guild, NHS, Trojan Spirit, Y- Teens. Honor Roll, Plans: Work and attend college. Victor Vialpando: DE, A Club LA Familia, Football, Basketball, Baseball; Plans: Work at C S Auto Parts and attend Otero Junior College or Adams State College. James Walton Scott Warner: FFA, Football Manager; Plans: Join the Army Tom Warren ANDY’S BARBER SHOP AND HELENS BEAUTY SHOP Cuts And Curls For Boys Girls 456-1191 546 Bent JUNIDR5 w JO v5f n, i - %m7 QauxjTLa 7? i n | ' | 1 i y— -A S 7t O-oX-oSL ( knvru £. OkSlfiLtt- . te i 'Vse sc L Ji- 7W, I Vt S 1 “ ii y a fty - ’■' A vf r 7L 4 lV % _ o- ntyf - r Denise Aceres Adam Adame Darren Adame Bobby Alvarez Cora Anaya Alike Cada James Casebolt Michael Chambers Dean Chapman Pres. Brenda Grasmick; Vice Pres., Keith Vincent; Sec., Barb Palomino; Treas., Clinton Miller 18 SORRY. NO PHOTO Jeanette Cortinez Danna Delaney Wendy Dennis Alfred Diaz Kris Drummond Brenda Eirhart Stephanie Faust John Fernandez John Gallegos Paula Fernandez Grant Garcia Keith Garcia Vernon Gilliland Louis Gonzales Brenda Grasmick 19 Kathy Martinez Clinton Miller Richie Martinez Jason Miller Tom Martinez Troy Miller SORRY. NO PHOTO Viola Martinez Julie Moore Randy Moss Mike Murray Tim Neil Ady Olivares Greg Ortega Rodney Orr SORRY NO PHOTO Bob Slack Cindy Reed Jody Sherwood Andy Pointon George Schaffer Patti Quarles Margret Schmeiser Fred Rat laff Larry Sena Debbie Smith kN| Karen Smith Troy Stephens Brian Taylor SORRY. NO PHOTO Steve Vanderpool Joe Vigil SORRY. NO PHOTO Keith Vincent Susie Tully Helen Tyscka Valerie Torres Bob Williams Delores Wright Laugh-aholic D. Gallegos, V. Pres.; J. Smith, Sec.; T. Shiba, Treas.; W. Smith, Pres. Pricilla Aceves Mark Archuleta Kenneth Ballez Kathy Adams Matt Archuleta Tom Barber Rex Allen Michael Balerio John Belcher Melts in your mouth not in your hands! ' PHOTO NOT AVAILABLE Ethel Fipps Danny Gallegos Bennie Gallegos Virginia Gallegos Anthony Gonzales Shirley Heath John Hester Patti Hickam Penny Hogue Kent Kelley Sam Koury Boh Ulienthal Mario Losano Kathy Porterfield Donald Potter Kandy Rich “Not mer 27 Trudy Shi ha Tim Shriver Mike Slack Rodney Shipman Janice Sena Wes Smith Jan Stuart Yvonne Tomlin Hope Torres Joanna Smith QljJtJflfodvM ':W'- - C ; FRE5HmEN Class Officers: Sec., J. Rarick; Pres., C. Long; Tr., L. Morales; V.P., R. Schaffer. Margaret Alvarez Lori Blundell Martha Candelarea Kandi Chambers Darrell Childers Lori Cox Rick Darnell Bill Da is Alan Dean 30 Mark Gallegos David Gon ales Stacy Hays Kirk Holmes Sandra Gallegos Jeanie Gregory Robert Higgins Roger Hud nail David Gardner Paul Griffy Judy Hoffman 31 Jennifer McAfee Allen Magana Cherrie Reed Gidget Roberts 32 Korean Saucedo Roger Schaffer Photo Mot Available Joe Sisneros Linda Smith Melissa Tellez Sherry Tatum Amy Whiting Dino Vialpando Colin Shannon Shann Simpson Jeff Turner Chi Wallace Michael Vincent Audrey Ybarra 402 Bent Ave. ELLIS STANDARD SERVICE 456-1041 33 Kiss me, it's not contagious. After class effects. fa lx Another hard day. A dime for your thoughts (inflation) Really, these are my original teeth. Take me. I'm yours. 35 SpoclaUio la All Services Men Boy's Haiirots and Styling 5tudents at Las Animas High School generally were not aware of the great amount of work the office staff put out dur- ing the year. Records of all kinds were kept, correspondence sent out, staff evaluations made, curriculum and scheduling discussed and problems re- solved, counseling performed and countless other tasks large and small were carried out. The work at times seemed endless but it got done. Appre- ciation for their work was seldom ex- pressed by most of us but let it be known, we did feel it. One great advantage of a small school such as ours was that it was easy to establish a close relationship between the office staff, students and faculty. Because of that, the school tended to run more smoothly. Principal: Mark Ricken PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE Administrative Assistant: Carl Spinden Head Secretary: Katie Riggs Assistant Secretary: June Hale Administrative Assistant: Vernon Hale Counselor: Kathy Pruett Counselor: Glenda Montoya 36 FACULTY What Will You Be Doing In The Year 2000? Da id Aaberg-Soc. Studies: “Retired from teaching for some time and managing a resort Debbie Abdulla-Aide: ”Taking a year long trip on the Love Boat .” Diane Baublits-English: ‘7 will be retired and spending my money traveling around the world. I will refuse to wash another dish until January , 2000.” Gerald Bryning-lnd. Arts: uWill be at LAHS giving students a hard time.” William Cooper-SIEBD: ”Many things.” hay DeMaio-English: ‘7 will be using my cane to walk down the halls to teach my classes at LAHS.” Charles Donkle-Yocational Ag.: “Working as a Vocational Ag. teacher in Las Animas and getting grouchier every year and looking forward to retirement in 4 years. ” Ruby Jomes-Business: “I'll be leaning over the stupid table putting the FBLA scrap hook together with my hack aching as it was in 19H2. Jack LaSalle-P.E.: “Coaching with a golf cart at LANS. Janice LaSalle-Business: “Sitting in the Bahamas with a cold drink and watching the entertainment. Terry McGee-Special Ed.: “ will be teaching and coaching. i - % l! Jesse LeFebre-Music: “Teaching music on the moon. G lenda Montoya-Coun sc lor: “I'll be regressing back to my childhood Charles Morley-XIath and Science: Teaching math and science at LA HS, or pushing up daisies. ” Jerry Nickel-Soc. Studies: I will be experiencing a mid-life crisis, chasing young girls, driving fast cars, and fraying to he IS again. ” Kathy Pruett-Science: ‘7 will be writing biology programs for classroom computers at LAHS. There will be little teacher contact then, and students will be in front of T. V. screens pushing buttons for the knowledge they desire.” Barbara Mulqueen-D.E. and typing: “Raising my Junior High school students. ” Beverly Proctor-P.E.: “HI probably be coaching wheelchair basketball in a nursing home. Jennie Russell-Science: “Several things: Getting ready for a ‘mid-life crisis’; Keeping busy on my very own little farm; Either a principal at a very progressive high school, or a veterinarian with a large and small animal practice. ” Susan Russell-C'horus: I’ll be in the process of developing my ‘New England’ accent. ” Lawrence Sena-XIath: I will probably have been retired from teaching for at least 6 years, and will be enjoying my hobbies of gardening, woodworking, and photography. I will also be traveling.” 39 Becky Six-Home Ec.: “I'll be relaxing and trying to dye my gray hair caused from raising 3 teenagers. Joe Tanner-English: “I will be a teacher on America's space colony on Venus. I will be teaching Venetians American Literature. ’’ Terry XVitt-English: “Pushing up daisies.’’ (Evidently he will be working as a florist.) Carl Spinden-Soc. Studies: “I’ll probably be teaching or working with young adults with special needs. I hope to be working with young athletes at that time.’’ Sancy Tanner-Soc. Studies. “I will be watching my children graduate from college and remodeling our ’new’ old house.’’ A nnette Wilk ins-Music: ‘7 know that I will be invohed in music in some way. I can’t imagine life without it. I hope I still will be teaching. ’’ 1st row: B. Proctor, K. Pruett, D. Abdulla, G. Montoya. B. Mulqueen, S. Russell, J. Russell, D. Baublits, B. Six. 2nd row: J. Sickell, C. Donkle, C. Spinden, V. Hale, J. Tanner, J. I.aSallc, R. Jones. 3rd row: T. McGee, T. Witty, G. Brining, M. Ricken, W. Cooper, C. Morley. J ’ot shown are: L. Sena, J. LaSalle, J. LeFebre, K. DeMaio, D. Aaberg. 40 Dietitician: Ruth Syring Cook: Clara Villa Custodian: Larry Ledoux Cook: Connie Gallegos Cook: Joan Hankins Custodian: Maggie Sanchez 41 FRLL ACTIVITIES 42 PUNT SCOREBOARD L.A. 2S Raton 0 L.A. 34 Centauri 12 L.A. 45 Alamosa 7 L.A. 6 La Junta 16 L.A. 7 Fountain 32 L.A. 20 Rocky Ford 14 L.A. 75 Abbey 14 L.A. 0 Lamar 7 Prior the beginning of the season, doubts were expressed as to how much success the Trojans could have this year. Losses at key posi- tions due to graduation seemed to support those doubts. Through hard work and great team spirit, our boys surprised everyone by going undefeated during their first 3 hall games. Because of their successes, our boys were way up for La Junta, as they matched them both offen- sively and defensively before falling by 10 points. After such a game a let down often follows as it did against Fountain, and L.A. lost. The Trojans bounced hack as they heat Walsenburg, Rocky Ford, and Abbey. The last game of the season against Lamar was a must win situation for L.A. in order to be in the playoffs. It was not to be as Lamar scored on a controversial play. This ended the season for the Trojans who were praised for their efforts. 1st row: T. Parsons, T. Quintana, J. Miller, J. Ga legos, J. Hopper, T. McGee, B.J. Roberts, A. Gallegos, C. Magana, J. Cardenas, V. Vialpando. 2nd row: J. Vigil, D. Bewlv, B. Alvarez, J. Parsons, D. Adame, R. Deal, J. Heady, A. Martinez, L. Gonzales. 3rd row: G. Schaffer, G. Garcia, R. Martinez, J. Hester, V. Gilliland, D. Howerton, S. Vanderpool, B. Slack, J. Miller, R. Darnell, M. Saucedo. 4th row: J. Vialpando, W. Smith, K. Ballez, M. Archuleta. D. Galegos, L. Martinez, R. l-ernandez, J.R. Chapman, B. Johnston, D. Gonzales, W. Smith. 5th row: T. Montez, J. Turner. R. Hud nail, S. Simpson, D. ialpando, S. Hays, J. Rarick, J. Montoya, C. Durga, J. Saucedo, D. Childers, A. Magana, J. Frausto. 6th row: J. Bradford, A. Medina, J. LaSalle, T. McGee, J. Nickell. 43 t One heck of a game! .Martin running for yardage. George coming through for the Trojans. Martin on the get-away. Tom throwing another good pass. Trojans getting ready for the season. Hey, you’re getting too rough! MIDTOWN SERVICE 460 Bent 456-9972 Owner: W.A. Hudnall - . o I hear'em coming. Astro-dirt stadium. Get'em Jack! 46 □ ur volleyball girls, due to last year’s performance, were expected to place high in the league stand- ings. As it turned out, the Trojans girls did not fare so well de- spite gallant efforts on their part. The girls showed flashes of the skills they possessed but not in a consistent manner. Many of the games went to the tie-breaker only to have the oppos- ing team come with the victory. A couple of bright spots emerged from the season, our girls placed 2nd in the volleyball tournament in Granada partway through the season and there were a sufficient number of girls out and gaining experience so that next year’s team may fulfil I the expecta- tions of Las Animas fans and of the girls themselves. „ „ „ 1st row: C. Cook, H. Torrez, P. Fernandez, Xt. Alvarez, C. Long, S. Reed, XI. Candelaria. 2nd row: D. Xlanzanares, C. Cardenas, Xt. Tellez, L. Gabehart, L. Brown, L. Cox, A. Whiting, C. Wallace. 3rd row: Coach Proctor, S. Reed, D. Xtorlan, Xt. Denton, S. Baublits, P. Gardner, S. Davis, S. Faust. B. Grasmick, P. Quarles, L. Pennock, B. Palomino. VOLLEYBALL Volleyball Scoreboard Varsity Las Animas Springfield W L X Las Animas Crowley County- X Las Animas Crow ley County X Las Animas Kim X Las Animas Cheraw X Las Animas Swink X Las Animas Cheyenne Wells Las Animas Springfield X Las Animas Walsenhurg X Las Animas Rocky Ford X Las Animas Fountain X Las Animas Walsenburg X Las Animas Rocky Ford X Las Animas Fountain X Las Animas Walsenburg X Las Animas Rocky Ford X JUNIOR VARSITY Las Animas Springfield W L X Las Animas Crowley County X Las Animas La Junta X Las Animas Walsenburg X Las Animas Rocky Ford X Las Animas Fountain X Las Animas Walsenburg X Las Animas Rocky Ford X Las Animas Fountain X 47 Concentration!!! Donna and Pam being patient or is it pa- tients? I'm ready, serve it. Ooo, nice muscles! May the force be with you. Did I make it? Off to the races! SLAM! Resting after a hard workout. 49 50 It ttasn't that funny. Barb! 5hortly after the begin- ning of the school year, on September 11, 1981, Student Council Spon- sored the Freshmen Mixer Dance. This dance took place after the first football game at home. The dance has been a long standing tradition at Las Animas High School. It was held in order to aquaint the Freshmen with the upper classmen and to help them adjust to their new en t iro- men t. Music for the mixer during 1981 Has provided by Music Unlimited with Robin Hyatt, KBZZ announcer as disc jockey. Mr. Hyatt played a variety of music and was able to satisfy the taste of all present. The mixer was well attended and ev- ery one seemed to enjoy. Freshmen girls enjoying the dunce? Jamming Down! Girl Talk. Look in my eyes and tell me your secrets. hrank I ravolta dancing to the I rojan Beat! Homecoming this year was excit- ing as ever. The activities for Homecoming included the fol- lowing: Fifties Day, Senior Si- lence Day, Toga Day, Fictional Character Day, and Blue and W hite Day. Sen- ior Silence Day was the during which seniors could not talk to anyone except their teachers and senior classmates. Along with the above, events were held prior to lunch. Examples were a grape eating contest, bottle feeding contest, and other such events. In the bottle feeding contest, the sophomores nursed their way to victory. The theme was “W'e are Trojans, W'e are Proud.” The freshmen emerged victorious in the float competion on Friday, Oct. 10, as they built a peacock on their float to go along with the saying “Proud as a Peacock” which was then tied into the theme. Queen Candidates and Class Representatives were nominated and for the first time, King Candidates were selected. Candidates for queen were Shari Bauhlits, Trudie Davidson, Jill Nicklos, and Lisa Pennock. Class Representa- tives chosen were Patricia Fernandez, Frosh; Joanna Smith, Soph.; Brenda Grasmick, Jr. King Candidates were Ron Barks, Jon Car- denas, Anthony Martinezs and Victor Vial- pando. Jill Nicklos was named Homecoming Queen during halftime ceremonies at Trojan Field. Ron Barks was named Homecoming King at a Volleyball game. At the Homecoming Dance, Jill and Ron were crowned Queen and King. The Homecom- ing Dance, extremely well attended by alumni and students, ended an eventful and happy but tiring week. Running for a victory (40-6) Homecoming Queen and King, Jill Nicklos and Ron Barks. Queen candidates: Trudie Davidson, Shari Baublits, Jill Nicklos, and Lisa Pennock. (lass Representatives: Patricia Fernandez. Frosh; Joanna Smith, Soph.; and Brenda Grasmick, Jr. 52 The traditional bonfire raised spirits and enthusiam! oh oh can you go? 53 Ja mm 'in down to Amber. Heeey! Freshmen skit. Cheering at the Trojan get-together. We're bad. Karen Bogner and Luis Martinez. 54 WINTER RCTMTIE5 Head Coach Joe Tanner and assistant Coach Carl Spinden begin the season with high hopes of challenging peren- nial champ Rocky Ford. Disappointedly, it didn’t turn out that way. George Schaffer a state finisher last year injured a shoulder during practice and sat out the season. Other wrestlers fell by the wayside because of injury and other reasons. The team was re- duced to seven members, but they made up for this with determination. Las An- imas managed to win some matches de- spite many forfeits. During the District Tournament, John Gallegos took First and was the sole representative from Las Animas at State. Unfortunately, he was beaten in the first round. Congratulations must be given to our Trojan Wrestlers for their stick-to-iti- veness during a trying year. TAKE b o Wrestling Scoreboard us THEM Springfield 41 12 Swink 52 18 Lewis Palmer 38 19 Walsenburg 12 57 Fowler 21 33 Fountain 20 45 Lamar 15 39 Alanzanola 27 42 Rocky Ford 3 60 Holly 36 18 Isl row: R. Cardenas, A. Gonzales, S. Simpson, J. Turner, J. Gallegos. 2nd row: J. Miller, II. Slack. L. Martinez, M. Cada. T. Neil. 3rd row: Coach .1. Tanner, S. Hays, R. Darnell, J. Vigil. G. Schaffer, J. Miller, Coach C. Spiden. 56 Practicing hard George? What's that all about? Daddddd! Don V you dare bite me!! All for one and one for all. HABDWARI ACE HEYS MADE • PUMBMG SUPPUS PUTT • HOUSEWARES vw5th 456-0700 58 . . .. Wc Stacy pinning his man. Who is that masked man? Take the Johnny challenge. Bottoms up. Playgirl centerfold. Timmy’s ready to go. BALL Varsity Scoreboard I ithout the services of I many starters during the B I I vear’ girls struggled I to stay with the other learns in the league. Sta- cey Davis was sidelined for several games with a back problem; Jamie Jones was out with a knee injury; Xta- linda Denton, Lisa Pennock, and Bar- bara Palomino also suffered injuries during the season. Despite these handicaps the girls maintained a good attutide and were able to stay in several ball games only to falter during the later stages of the games and losing by a deceiving mar- gin. The girls provided many hours of en- tertainment for their loyal fans. Al- though it was a disappointing season; it wasn9t through lack of effort. Toward the end of the season the victories started coming and the girls beat Walsenburg to advance to the sub- districts against Lamar. Our girls played it close before succumbing and ending the season. I.as Animas 38 Springfield 39 Las Animas 28 Snink 45 Las Animas 26 Cron ley C. 31 I.as Animas 39 Trinidad C. 33 Las Animas 54 Manzanola 16 Las Animas 41 Rocky Ford 44 Las Animas 56 Cron ley C. 31 Las Animas 46 Walsh 42 Las Animas 45 Walsenburg 47 Las Animas 24 Fountain 36 Las Animas 29 Lamar 52 Las Animas 30 Rocky Ford 43 I.as Animas 47 Walsenburg 36 I.as Animas 54 Trinidad C. 24 Las Animas 34 Fountain 25 Las Animas 46 Lamar 63 J. V. SCOREBOARD Las Animas 29 Vilas 31 Las Animas 05 Snink 14 Las Animas 22 Cron ley C. 10 Las Animas 39 Rocky Ford 32 Las Animas 23 Cron ley C. 29 Las Animas 27 Walsh 19 Las Animas 18 Walsenburg 30 Las Animas 16 Fountain 31 Las Animas 24 Lamar 58 Las Animas 39 Rocky Ford 30 Las Animas 29 Walsenburg 46 Las Animas 20 Fountain 42 Las Animas 39 Lamar 46 60 Ron 1-Rose Muniz, Lisa Pennock, Barbara Palomino, Virginia Gallegos, Margie Alvarez; Ron 2-C'oach Bet Proctor. Kathy Martinez, Stacey Datis. Stephanie Faust, Jamie Jones, Malinda Denton, Janet Casebolt. Debbie Smith. What goes up must come down — watch out Barb! Hope on the move. Give me that ball. That's two. Where's the ball? Sink it Bird! Two points. Up, up, and away. Jump shot. It went that way. What's that? HOOP J. Rarick, B.J. Roberts, J. Vialpondo, D. Bewlev, L. Gonzales, J. Cardenas. A. Gallegos Competitive spirit and hustle is the phrase that best described the Trojan boys basketball team during the year. Coach Terry Witty and his fellow coaches Dave Vigil and Terry McGee drove the boys hard. The team gave a good account of themselves in the first ball game against Springfield as they stayed with a very good team before falling by a small margin. As the season pro- gressed, flashes of the ability shown in the first game showed up from time to time. Despite this fact and the great effort the boys put out, we had a losing season. It must be pointed out however, that the junior varsity enjoyed some success and the freshmen had a tremendous year as they won all of their ball games but one during the season and lost in the finals of their tournament by a few points. The Trojans and the coaches should be praised for all the hard work and a never-say-die attitude they exhibited all year. One can certainly look forward to next year as many members of the var- sity and the freshmen group, LAHS should have a good year in basketball. Varsity Scoreboard L.A. 61 Springfield 76 L.A. 36 Swink 37 L.A. 36 Crowley County S3 L.A. 59 Trinidad Catholic 67 L.A. 60 Xlanzanola 43 L.A. 46 Lamar 74 L.A. 54 Rocky Ford 6S L.A. 41 Fountain 52 L.A. 55 Walsenburg 85 L.A. 40 Abbey 53 L.A. 48 Lamar 77 L.A. 56 Rocky Ford 49 L.A. 57 Fountain 81 L.A. 70 Trinidad Catholic 81 L.A. 60 Walsenburg 69 L.A. 46 Abbey 59 J. V. Scoreboard L.A. 41 Springfield 36 L.A. 49 Vilas 89 L.A. 47 Crowley County 38 L.A. 41 Lamar 60 L.A. 55 Rocky Ford 51 L.A. 53 Fountain 42 L.A. 53 Walsenburg 65 L.A. 38 Abbey 37 L.A. 35 Lamar 49 L.A. 33 Rocky Ford 57 L.A. 31 Fountain 41 L.A. 48 Walsenburg 50 L.A. 41 Abbey 33 64 1st Ron: D. Childers, XI. Gallegos; 2nd Ron: Coach D. Vigil, L. Gonzales, .4. Diaz, D. Vialpando, R. Deal, B. Johnston, J. Rarick, J. Montoya, J. Vialpondo, R. Moss, W. Smith, J. Saucedo, Coach T. McGee. B. GAMBLES Gene Janice Keenan 65 KT- AH yours big Blue! Easy shot. Warren showing style. Sice catch Joe!! Sice and easy guys. What a coach! 67 WINTER SPORTS m inter Sports at LAHS during 1982 were not as successful as all wished them to be but the spirit was high. The Winter Sports week theme was “the Paths we have Taken”and repro- duced extremely well on the walls by the classes. The Seniors edged out the Juniors for first. Queen candidates were Pam Gard- ner, Stacey Daris, Yronne Medina, and Patty Dillon. The class representatives were Delores Wright, Lisa Wilson, and Melissa Tellez. The candidates were presented on Friday night before the wrestling match and Yronne Medina was crowned at the basketball game on Saturday. The week ended with a dance on Sat- urday with music provided by Amber. I9S2 Winter Sports queen. Ytonne Medina with her escort Jack Miller. Class Representatives are Freshmen. Mellisa Taller; Sophomore, Miss Trojan, Karen Bogner. Lisa Wilson: Junior, Delores Wright. Queen Candidate, Pam Gardner. Queen Candidate, Stacey Davis. Queen Candidate. Patty Dillon. LONG’S BUS SERVICE 168 ISorth Bent Las Animas, Colorado 456-2300 Yvonne Medina being crown by Karen Bogner. Queen candidates and their escorts waiting for the big moment. First place walls went to the Seniors. Second place walls went to the Juniors. ENGLAND n December 19, 1981, a New England Christmas came to Las Animas in the form of the Y- Teen Formal. The evening started out with dinner and then attend- ing the formal. The music for the dance was provided by the diversified sounds of Amber who played the evening away. Photographs were taken by Guido Photography in order to remember this wonderful occasion. Part of the rememberance was the crowing of the Y-Teen King, Mr. Danny Gallegos, and the Y-Teen Queen, Miss Lisa Pen nock. SPRING RCTIVITIE5 TRACK 1st row: B. Palomino. V. Gallegos, Xt. Alvarez; 2nd row: XI. Denton, XI. Tellez. S. Gallegos; 3rd row: Coach Sinclair, L. Rice, C. Cardenas, F. Trujillo. Coaches Aaberg, McGee, and Sinclair seemed to enjoy the track season this year although there were no home meets be- cause of the condition of the track. This year the District track meet was at Pueblo. This was a very impor- tant meet because this showed who would qualify for state. This resulted in Margie Alvarez, a freshman in track for her first year, qualifying for the 1600 and the 3200 run. She managed to place 9th out of 24 in the 1600. Ma- linda Denton also qualified for the high jump but failed to place. The boys track team was not large in size but was very competitive. Darrell Childers and Roger Hudnall, two freshmen members, showed promise for the next years track team. Because of injuries this year, the boys track team didn V do as well but we’re looking for a successful year in the future. “Gosh, nobody ever talks to me. Getting ready for the big day. i v ¥ M if n T t +' ¥ ?' 'if '■ 'E c£ £,1 ' [n V CS Margie out standing in her field! Malinda for the take-off. Striding for a victory. Darrell coming in first. 74 Kick'en back. Running against the wind. Exercise time. ap time. 75 Agony of . HELP!!! de feet. The thrill of victory ? Joe’s off to a good start. Margie going for a first. I think I can. I think I can. I KNOW I can! Baseball Scoreboard LA. 5 Trinidad 10 L.A. 6 Trinidad 13 L.A. IS Crowley 6 L.A. S Rocky 5 L.A. s Rocky 2 L.A. 11 Walsenburg 6 L.A. 11 Walsenburg 6 L.A. to Lamar 0 L.A. 3 Lamar 1 L.A. 9 Rocky 6 L.A. 2 Rocky 5 L.A. 10 Crowley 2 L.A. 9 Walsenburg 2 L.A. 13 Walsenburg S L.A. 3 Lamar 6 L.A. S Lamar State Playoffs 9 L.A. 5 Monte Vista 8 Chris showing his style. Tom’s ready and wait 1st row: C. Durga, D. Arrona, V. Yialpando. J. Hopper, C. Ma- gana, T. Quintina, D. Gallegos, S. Lutz. 2nd row: A. .Medina, L. Sena, B. Alvarez, W. Smith, B. Slack, J. Yialpando, B.J. Roberts, B. Johnson, D. Potter, T. Parsons, J. Saucedo, M. Sauceda, J. Nickell. Las Animas baseball provided many enjoyable and exciting times as the Trojans marched to the Santa Fe League Championship. Pre-season indications didn 7 prom- ise a league champion but surprises were in store for fans. The season started off on a losing note as Trinidad beat us handily. From that point on, the Trojans won eight straight, beating Crowley and sweeping Rocky Ford, Walsenburg and Lamar before losing a close one to Rocky in the second round of games. LA clinched the title against Wal- senburg but lost their last two games to Lamar. In the State Playoffs, the team couldn't overcome a big Monte lead and lost 8 to 5. At an awards assembly, Chris Ma- gana received the Best Batting Average award, David Arrona was given the Golden Glove award and Tom Parsons was presented with an award for Most RBI. SANTA FE I think we have it made Rifle Arm. I got it, you take it! Pow! Pm gonna put you out sucker! 3 !$ Ants in your pants John? Good swing Larry! 79 Sights were different around LAHS during Santa Fe Trail Day whose theme was “Back In The Saddle Again” The students and faculty where dressed as cowboys and indians and various other characters. One of the biggest parades in Las Animas was held, fol- lowed by a gymkhana, Ranchburger, and square dancing. Candidates for Santa Fe Trail Queen where Dawna Cole, Senior; Karen Smith, Junior; Ja- nice Sena, Sophomore; Chi Wallace, Freshman. The awards ceremony featured class square dancing as they followed the calls of their caller. Jesse LeFebre and his group consisting of Susie Tully, Danna Delaney, Sue Montoya, Anth- ony Gonzales, and Rick Birkey enter- tained the crowd with country western songs. The Guys and Dolls square dance group also performed that night. Valerie Torres, last year’s queen pre- sented trophies to the costume contest winners. Jewell Meyer, the first Santa Fe Trail Day Queen, announced Karen Smith as 1982 queen and presented her with her trophy and a $50 bond. To end the evening, president Lisa Pennock announced the seniors as winners for best class float, square dancing, gymkhana and overall win- ners. Back In The Saddle Again 1981-82 Santa Fe Trail Day Queen, Karen Smith. J. Bilyeu-Most Original girl's Costume. V. Iiller-Best Dance Hall Girl R. Cook-Best Cowboy, K. Garcia-Best Student Beard A. Gallegos-Best Selwr, B. Palomino- Best Sehorita Winning Senior Float First Place Square Dance Team: P. Gardner, A. Galle- gos, L. Pennock, J. Hopper, D. Mor Ian, J. Miller, J. Jones, B.J. Roberts, S. Baublits, J. Robertson, T. Hunt- Caller. L. Pennock-Best Pioneer Woman, D. Gallegos-Best Bartender 148 Bent Avenue J. Jones-Best Cowgirl Y. Medina-Best Society Bell D E 66 SERVICE Dick Conklin 456-9978 Las Animas, Colorado B.J. Roherts-Best .Miner, J. Miller-Best Tough Homhre, J. Miller-Most Original Boy Costume. I). Arrona-Best Indian Boy, J. Cortinez- Best Indian Girl, T. Ortega-Best Town Bum. Second place Square Dance Team went to the Juniors. Freshman took third place in Square Dancing. Sophomores fell behind placing fourth in Square Dancing. ORANGE DOOR CRAFTS Macrame Supplies Jewelry Hand Made Gifts 456-1383 560 Bent Avenue 83 MADE IT! The theme for the 1982 Jr.-Sr. prom was “Looks Like We Made It.” Under the guidance of Brenda Grasmick, Jr. class predident, the Jr.s put on an excellent prom. Music was provided by the rock band, Blue Light Special. The colors for the prom were royal and powder blue, gray, and white. Photos of the even- ing were provided by Guido Photog- raphy. All and all the prom turned out to be one of the best proms this high school has ever seen. g g LOOKS King and Queen, B.J. and Shari. BANQUET Leading the award winners at the All Sports Banquet were Lisa Pennoek and John Hopper who were named Most Inspirational Athletes of the Year, and also were given the U.S. Army Reserve “Spirit of Victory” award for athletic and aca- demic achievement. Bobby Joe Roberts received Out- standing Senior Male Athlete and was named to the All-State football team. George Schaffer and Barb Palomino were named Outstanding Junior Ath- letes; Malinda Denton and Martin Sauceda were named Outstanding Sophomores while Margaret Alvarez and Joe Rarick gained those same hon- ors for Freshmen. Those were but a few of the countless awards presented that evening. Mike Friedman, head football coach at USC in Pueblo, spoke to the audi- ence stressing the idea that sports teaches loyalty, responsibility, confi- dence, character and the like to any- body out for sports. Bobby Joe receiving a well deserved award. I'm so hungry I could eat those flowers. Steph was not offensive about receiving the Best Defensive Basketball player Award. 86 Outstanding Athletes: B. Palomino. Junior; Al. Alvarez, Freshmen; At. Denton, Sophomore; B. J. Roberts, Outstanding Senior, Best Offensive Lineman, Most Imspirational in Basketball; AL Sauceda. Outstanding Sophomore, Alost Improved Basketball player, G. Schaffer, Outstanding Junior, Best offensive Back; J. Rarick, Outstanding Freshmen, Alost Improved Basketball Player. D. Gallegos, hustler of year in Basketball; J. Gallegos, Alost Valu- able Wrestler, J. Parsons, Alost Football Player; S. Hays, Alost Improved Wrestler; D. Beweley, Alost Valuable Basketball Player D. Alanzanares, Alost Improved Volleyball player; S. Faust, S. Davis, Alost Valuable Basketball Player; J. Casebolt, Alost Im- proved Basketball Player; D. Alorlan (not pictured) Alost Valuable Volleyball player L. Pennock, and John Hopper, Alost In- Coach Witty presenting Alartin his spirational athlete of the Year. award. Dee cool and calm as usual. Recognition Day was one of the last assemblies held for the year and was intended, as the name suggests to recognize and honor those students who hare ex- hibited high achievement in the class- room and in athletic areas. Officers of various clubs were pre- sented certificates and or pins for jobs well done. Perfect attendance certifi- cates were also given to members of all four classes. Among this group was Frank Herrera who was recognized for his perfect attendance for all four years. Honor roll students were award- ed certificates. The Seniors led in this area with twenty on honor roll, fol- lowed by the Juniors with eighteen. Freshmen with thirteen and Sopho- mores with eleven. The top award for athletics went to John Parsons and Patti Quarles as they were named Mr. and Miss Trojan. The A-Award, the top scholastic award given, was presented to Lisa Pen nock and Bobby Joe Roberts. LIST OF AWARDS Boys Slate: Larry Sena, Kandy Moss, Paid Howerton Girls State: Stephanie Faust, Margaret Schmeiser Hugh O'Brien leadership A ward: Janice Stuart John Phillip Sousa Award: Anthony Gallegos Co-ed Correspondent: JoEII Bilyeu PAR Good Citizen Award: Shari Baublits AAUW Award: Lisa Pcnnock and Cindy Trotter Outstanding Industrial Arts Student: John Parsons Bauseh-Lomb Science Award: Pam Gardner Outstanding Social Studies Student: Frank Herrera Outstanding Typing I Student Girl: Joanna Smith OutstandingTyping I Student Boy: Bryan Herhaugh Outstanding English Student: Ron Ortega Outstanding PE Student: Shelley Reed Outstanding BOE Student: Trudie Davidson Outstanding Business Student: Shari Baublits Outstanding Typist: Karen Bogner and Patti Quarles Outstanding Shorthand Student: Stacey Pavis National Math Award: Kevin Kelley Outstanding Teenager A ward: Lisa Pennock Mr. Trojan: John Parsons Miss Trojan: Patti Quarles A-Award (Boy): Bobby Joe Roberts A-Award (Girl): Lisa Pennock 88 Bobby Joe Congratulates Patti on being named Miss Trojan. A Kiss for Mr. Trojan. Mr. Ricken has the technique down pat. “Hopalong Pam receires her Science award. 89 A AWARD Lisa Pennock was chosen by the faculty to receive the A award for 1982. This award was based on scholarship, leadership, good character, and service to the school. Lisa has been active in various clubs such as being President of Student Council, and a member in Pep Club, Y- Teens, NHS, Key Club. BOE, FBLA, GAA, and Annual Staff. She has Also participated in such sports as volley- ball, basketball, and other sports her underclassman years. Lisa’s in volt men t in school activities also included working on all class pro- jects that came along. Despite being so active, she maintained a 4 point aver- age during her senior year. Painting the town red! Lisa's a representative for Home Comming Queen. ANDERSON LUMBER CO. Lumber And Building Supplies 306 Fifth 456-0700 Let me take you a way. Lisa receiving the A award. Lisa hard at work, (supposedly.) A AWARD I’m all yours! Bobby Joe Roberts was also chosen by the facul- ty to recieve the A award for 1982. Bobby Joe has shown good character, leadership, scholar- ship, and service to the school, four important traits to have for the A award. Bobby Joe has participated in Stu- dent Council, in which he was the vice- president, A Club, NHS. He has also participated in sports such as football, basketball, and baseball, He had the honor of being Mr. Trojan for the year of 1982. Is one could see, Bobby Joe, was super active just as his female counter- part for the award was. He was able to maintain an excellent academic record throughout his 4 years. 91 Concentration!!! Patti Quarles nas named Miss Trojan at the Rec- ognition Day assembly held May 4, 1982. This honor nas based on her enthusiasm, participation, sup- port of the athletic program, and her academic achievment at the Las Ani- mas High School. Patti held office in various clubs and nas a member of NHS, Y-teens, FBLA, IRC, Leo Club and GAA. She nas a cheerleader for ninter sports and she participated in volleyball during the year. Going up to receive an award. Hi There! Patti Quarles, Miss Trojan for the 1982- 83 year. Patti and friends doing the can can. John Parsons, Mr. Trojan for the 1982-83 year. Look'in good! Rt the Recognition Day Assembly held May 4, 1982, John Parsons was named Mr. Trojan for the year of 1982-83. This honor was based on participa- tion, support of the athletics associ- ation, enthusiasm, and his academic achievements at the Las Animas High School. John ranks at the top of the Junior class and is a member of I HS. John exhibited his multiple talents as he re- ceived awards for acting, woodwork- ing, and was chosen as a Junior escort for the graduation class of 1982. It's a mad, mad, mad world. Showing the Academy award talent. Mr. and Miss Trojan together. Bobby Jo Roberts 1981-82 Mr. Trojan. Reading, “See Spot Run”. 93 1st row: J. Jones, J. IKicklos, C. Medina, S. Camilli, J. Cardenas, J. I anner; 2nd row; P. Dillon. F. Herrera, Y. Medina, K. Bogner, D. Morlan. oe Tanner and his Trojan Spirit staff worked dili- gently to produce several editions of the school newspaper during the year. Homecoming was the main issue for the first edition followed by publica- tions at Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Graduation. The Trojan Spirit featured articles of interest to students and teachers as it contained news about athletic, club and everyday happenings. It also fea- tured a letters to the editor column and pro con articles. Mr. Tanner and his staff must be commended for doing a good job. Brainstorming an idea for kicking back? Karen doing her part. “Hope that icky stuff doesn V get on me!” Aw, come on please buy one. they're only a dime. 94 STUDENT COUNCIL 1st row: K. Anaya, D. Man a nares, D. Arrona, T. Davidson, J. Jones, S. Faust, D. Gallegos, S. Bauhlits; 2nd row: J. Frausto, B. Palomino, C. Cook, V. Gallegos, B. Grasmick, E. Hedgecoke, M. Schmeiser, S. Camilli; 3rd row: C. Tong, A. Gallegos, W. Smith, I). Delany, K. Bogner, J. Nicklos, T. Ortega; 4th row: D. Chapman, M. Archuleta, L. Cox, D. Howerton, h. Vincent, P. Gardner, D. Cole; 5th row: L. Pennock, B. Roberts. S. Davis, P. Chapman. 5tudent Council, led by President Lisa Pennock, was again very active in 1982. Two assemblies were sponsored and paid for by Student Council during the year. One featured an ex-convict, Bill Boggess, who had served time for murder and the second a magician and illusionist, May Arm- strong. What has now become a tradition, the Student Council Mexican Dinner, was held again and met with much suc- cess as many townspeople and students came to enjoy the meal. At Christmas, Secret Santa’s once again were set up by drawing of names and the Christmas party was held at Mr. Sena's home. Preparations for Santa Fe Trail Day were begun in January, as this event took place in April. The biggest parade in several years was the result of all the hard work. Student Council elections were held in May with slate of officers elected being Brenda Grasmick, Stephanie Faust, Barbara Palomino, Elaind Hed- gecoke, as President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer respectively. The new officers are looking forward to a good year. The Distributive Educa- tion club participated in many fun, rewarding and educational activities in 1982. By picking the new name for a trav- eling disco, DE sponsored a dance in September. October brought “Moon- light Madness” and the DEC A dunk- ing booth. The MONSTER MASH, at- tended by many spooks, was held at the Ritz Theatre. Eleven trophies and awards were won at the District competition in La- mar. Contest included: advertising, general merchandise, fashion, food marketing, display, and merchandise mathematics. DE attended the DECA State Leadership conference Co, Springs. Shelley Reed, a state officer, will attend the National Conference in Chicago. Students visited a professional in a career area of their choice on Shadow Day Finding out what the real World is like. DECA First Row: A. Martinez, D. Arrona, C. Trotter, S. Reed, C. Magana, J. Nicklos Second Row: F. Herrera, K. Hogue, V. Miller, P. Gardner, P. Dillon. Third Row: R. Cardenas, J. Cardenas, M. Rice. Fourth Row: B. Mulqueen Sales on Santa Ee Trail Day t-shirts and buttons were among some of DE’s FFA ne of the largest and most active clubs at LAHS during the school year was FFA, Future Farmers of America. Meetings are held twice a month, and many workshops and other activities are at- tended. September brought a workshop and dis- trict judging at Rocky Ford along with Greenx- hand initiation at their second meeting. The State Judging contest, harvest show, and a hayride were scheduled in October while a roller skating party and the National FFA Convention were on the agenda for November. January’s highlight was the National Western Stock Show and the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and District Sweetheart contest were held in February. Project tours and skiing took place in March and things really picked up in April at the Parliamentary Procedure contest. Chapter Sweetheart contest, Donkey Bas- ketball game and Slave Sale, a trip to Great Bend, Kansas and Santa Fe Trail Day were held that month. Scheduled in May was the FFA Banquet and the District A wards, Program, but even after school ended, the club was not through as mem- bers attended the State Convention in Loveland. Chapter Sweetheart, Janet C'asebolt, and attendants First Row: R. Cook. S. Hamer, R. Barks, J. Stuart, P. Dillon, I). Morlan, M. Vincent. T. Allard, C. Wallace, S. Simpson. J. Turner, D. Gardner Second Row: R. W'est, J. C'asebolt, D. Miller, J. Miller, M. Chambers, B. Williams, A. Martindale. R. Darnell, A. Dean. D. Stephens, C. Donkle Third Row: K. Anaya, M. Slack, K. Garcia, R. Orr, K. Vincent, C. Miller. E. Ashcraft, L. Blundell, C. Chambers, K. Kelley Fourth Row: B. Taylor, R. Rick. R. Allen, C. Felk Fifth Row: T. Miller, J. C'asebolt, T. Stephens 97 Margaret, FHA president. Throughout the year FHA did a number of projects from selling cookbooks to serving banquets. FHA attended state this year with ten members representing our chapter. Margaret Schmeiser served as president this year. Helen Tyscka set a first for our chapter by becoming the State Reporter. FHA was much larger this year and was much more successful under the guidance of Becky Six, Chapter Advisor. Smile for the camera, Sheila Front row- C. Reed, V. Ballez, M. Oviedo, M. Schmeiser, V. Miller, S. Banks, B. Eirhart, D. Cole, II. Tyscka. Second row- B. Six, P. Chapman, T. Butler, D. Wright, .. Elder, C. Reed, S. Hays, B. Cribble, J. Creogrv. Third row- V. Torres, M. Archuleta, S. Montoya, D. Saldana. L. Mo- rales, J. Hoffman. Fourth row- C. Cardenas. S. Bilyeu, J. Bilyeu, T. Ortega, S. Tatum, W. Eck, P. Hogue. 98 OFF BROADWAY The production of “The Soapy Murder Case” was a big success. The cast of ten, the directors, and the stage crew worked very hard on the production. John Parsons was cast as a tycoon whose product sponsored a T. V. soap opera; Pam Gardner was the maid, Mrs. Naugahide; Cindy Trotter as Ivy M. Robespierre, the producer; Kerin Kelly as Link Kennecott, the director; Connie Cook as Dottie Duncan, a very naive actress; Danna Delaney as Jessi- ca Courtney, a glamorous actress; Wes Smith as Dr. Brock, who lived his role day and night; David Howerton as Da- vid Somerset, a policeman; Elaine Hedgecoke as saintly mother La- Mooch; and Larry Sena as Phil Rein- holt, a Joe college type. Many in attendance felt the play was one of the best ever produced at LAHS. B. Lillienthal, . . Rarick, R. Higgins, S. Koury, D. Howerton, I.. Sena, At. Bly, D. Atanzanares, At. Archuleta, E. DelPrette, D. Wright, W. Smith. C. Cook, E. Hedgecoke, D. Delaney. B. Eirhart, J. Parsons, S. Baublits, J. Lucero, V. Gallegos, P. Gardner. Connie giving Danna a drink of water from afar. I cried real tears Cindy going animal! Dirty old men need love too! WeVe got the dastardly villian(s) we think! John can't roll over hut he sure can play dead. You must have been a beautiful baby! 456-1122 P.O. Box 151 99 The 1981-82 year for FBLA was very success- ful. There were various types of projects throughout the year in- cluding mum sales, Christmas box sales, the giving of nursing home gifts, as well as many others. There were many winners at the District Confer- ence held in La Junta. State winners were Shari Baublits-3rd Miss FBLA, Lisa Pennock-4th Records Manage- ment, Trudie Davidson and Donna Morlan-2nd Activities Report, Lori Cox-9th Business Math I, Joanna Smith-3rd Typing I, Cathy Medina- 6th Job Description Manual, Pam Gardner and Stephanie Faust-1st Par- limentary Procedure. The National conference was held in Indianapolis, Indiana. Those who qualified to attend were Donna Morlan, Trudie Davidson, Brenda Grasmick-Activities Manual; Pam Gardner and Stephanie Faust- Parlimentary Procedure. Others who also attended were Shari Baublits and Patti Quarles-National Money Man- agement and Outstanding Project. FBLA Row 1:-S. Baublits, S. Camilli, P. Quarles, S. Reed, T. Davidson, D. Morlan, L. Pennock. Row 2:-B. Eirhart, E. Hedgecoke, K. Smith, D. Delaney, S. Faust, J. Jones, P. Chapman. Row 3:-Y. Medina, K. Bogner, T. Ortega, J. Bilyeu, V. Gallegos, J. Smith, T. Shiba, V. Martinez. Row 4:-M. Archuleta, L. Cox, C. Wallace, M. Denton, B. Grasmick. Row 5:-D. Cole, W. Smith, P. Gardner. R Standing-M. Schmeiser, C. Medina, P. Hogue, V. Ballez. L. Carr, S. Quarles, J. La Salle, R. Jones, D. Baublits, S. Koury, S. Davis, D. Lucero, C. Childers, B. Palomino. Hi goodlooking!” All this together, tonight? You mixed what in this? C S AUTO PARTS 332 Bent 456-0814 1st Row: L. Pennock, S. Baublits, P. Gardner. 2nd Row: You're an honor student? D. Morlan, B. Grasmick, P. Quarles, K. Martinez, S. Reed. 3rd Row: M. Schmeiser, S. Faust, S. Daris, D. Delaney, E. Del Prete. 4th Row: J. Parsons, B. J. Rob- erts, Mr. Ricken, J. Jones, C. Trotter. Concentration National Honor Society is an organization that promoted Character, Service, Leader- ship, and Scholarship. On Jan- uary 11, Cite Seniors and seven Juniors were inducted into full membership into NHS. The Seniors were Bobby Joe Rob- erts, Donna Morlan, Stacey Davis, Cindy Trotter, and Elaine Del Prete. The Juniors were Johnny Parsons, Margaret Schmeiser, Brenda Grasmick, Patti Quarles, Kathy Martinez, Stephanie Faust, and Danna De- laney. Projects throughout the 1981-82 year included selling basketball, football, and wrestling programs at all home games. The club also gave food baskets to needy families during Thanksgiving. Mr. Ricken will be making plans for college visitations during 1982-83. Is anyone following me? What do you want now Captain?! 101 The tools of the trade. In 1982, Annual Staff started the year by attending a workshop in Lamar sponsored by Jostens Yearbook Company. The work- shop was very well presented and enjoyed by all of our members. We then proceeded to work enthusiastical- ly on the LAHS annual. As always, the Annual Staff strug- gled to complete the annual by the end of the year, but w ound up working past that time as activities piled up on one another. Finances continued to be a major problem as more money was spent producing the annual than was taken in. In 1982, Annual Staff had a class scheduled during the school day which helped relieve some of the time pres- sure every staff feels each year. Howev- er, much time was spent on weekends printing pictures. Although it was a difficult task, the “Faithful Four”, Lisa Rice, Elaine Hedgecoke, Janice Sena, and Lisa Pennock finally wound up work on the annual during the first week of June. Students enjoying the I9HI Annual. International Relations Club is to increase the knowledge of foreign countries and how the Nations work. This year, their fund rais- ing project was selling Valentines to the students. Jerry Nickell was the club’s sponsor. IRC 1st row: P. Quarles, J. Nickell. 2nd row: B. Grasmick. 3rd row: S. Faust, J. Nicklos, 4th row: P. Gardner, K. Bogner, S. Davis. IRC members sell Valentines. 104 Y-TEENS First Ron: I). Baublits, T. Davidson, P. Quarles, B. Grasmick, L. Pennock, C. Cook, B. Six. Second Ron: J. Casebolt, P. Chapman, P. Gardner, S. Montoya, D. Wright, E. DelPrete, S. Baublits, C. Medina, D. Morlan, V. Ballez, Y. Medina, K. Bogner. J. Nichols, J. Jones. Third Ron: K. Porterfield, D. Miller, L. O’Conner, D. Martinez, A. Whiting, E. Hedgecoke, I). Delaney, J. Sena, L. Rice, S. Trujillo, J. Lucero, T. Shi ha, K. Anaya. Fourth Row: L. Wilson, D. Manzanares, V. Gallegos, J. Bilyeu, B. Eirhart, K. Smith, S. Daris, S. Faust, L. Morales, D. Saldana, N. Saucedo, S. Reed. Fifth Ron: K. Hogue. C. Cardenas, S. Bilyeu, L. Brown, M. Denton, B. Palomino. C. Wallace, L. Cox, C. Long, M. Tellez, P. Hogue, W. Eck Susie giving her president’s speech 326 Sixth Street GAMBLES Gene Janice Keenan 456-0461 105 GAA First Row: J. Casebolt, P. Hogue, J. Jones, L. Pen nock, D. Morten, S. Datis, L. Brottn. Second Row: C. Cardenas, C. Long, S. Faust, B. Palomino, F. Trujillo. Third Row: P. Gardner, M. Tellez, A. Ybarra, C. Wallace, B. Grasmick, P. Quarles, S. Baublits, S. Reed, C. Cook. D. Manzanares. Fourth Row: L. Cox, S. Reed. Fifth Row: M. Denton. A. Whiting. First Row: E. Hedgecoke Second Row: S. Trujillo, 5 Lucero, D. Delaney Third Row: T. Ortega, J. Sena, L. Rice uring the 1981-82 school year, the fall Cheerleaders cheered for both football and volleyball, in contrast to previous years when two sets of cheerleaders were used. For the first time since 1946, a male cheerleader was selected for the squad. Ted Ortega had that distinction and carried out his responsibilities rather well. Although they were nervous for their first pep assembly, they soon worked into the groove and did a fine job cheering the Trojan son. This squad introduced activities to promote sportsmanship between the opposing schools as they invited the opposing cheerleaders to help raise the flag and provided them with soft drinks during half-time, ft was felt that this was a nice gesture and should be continued. All in all though tiring and time- 2X, Li ter® 'O'l -cJ _Uo N , 1 Jhf The Winter Sports Cheer- leaders of the 1981-82 school year cheered for Boys Basketball, Wres- tling, and Girls Basket- ball. Cheering for girls basketball was a change from the previous years when two squad of cheerleaders were chosen, one for girls sports, and one squad for boys sports. Though more work had to be put out, the cheerleaders enjoyed the additional cheering for the girls. The Cheerleaders attended a clinic in Denver to do routines and cheers for the half-time at the Denver Nuggets Basketball game. The Cheerleaders en- joyed it tremendously. They also brought home a number of new cheers and chants. The cheerleaders did a great job cheering on the Trojans throughout the active season, and should be given credit for all the support, spirit, and hard work they put out. WINTER CHEERLEADERS First Row: J. Sena, S. Trujillo Second Row: B. Grasmick Third Row: S. Baublits, P. Quarles, .. Rice 3-rumctai BAND First Row: S. Reed, E. DelPrete, L, Wilson, XI. Alvarez. Second Row: D. Via Ipso do, D. Gallegos, J. Rarick, A. Gallegos, C. Shannon, J. Belcher, R. Shipman. Third Row: A. Gonzales, S. Hays, J. LeFebre, D. Potter, L. Martinez , _ j n the school year, 1981-82, the LAHS hand was directed by Jes- m se LeFebre. In addition to the H concert band consisting of band ■ members only, Mr. LeFebre formed the Jazz band and the pep band. The concert hand performed at three concerts during the year, and were well appreciated for their performances. The Jazz band performed also at three concerts, the Homecoming pep rally, and Santa Fe Trail Day awards cere- mony. They played both rock and country western music. The pep band performed at all home football and bas- ketball games, and at pep assemblies. Their performances added to the atmo- sphere at games and were also very much enjoyed by the fans. Anthony giving his last talk to the mem- bers of the hand. The choir for the year- of 1981-82 performed sev- eral times during the year at Christmas con- certs and Spring con- certs along with the band. The group also attended the music festival in Lamar receiving a “2” as a rating with “1” as the best. The choir started off the year with Mrs. Susan Russell who then moved. Miss Wilkins came to replace Mrs. Russell and has done a good job orga- nizing the choir again. DO RE ME Miss Wilkins directing the choir. 1st row: L. Elder, Mrs. Hoffman, C. Cook. 2nd row: Mrs. Russell, M. Oviedo, K. Martinez, C. Annaya, C. Cardenas, P. Hickam. 3rd row: N. Sauceda, V. Torres, J. Saucedo. 4th row: L. Morales, S. Montoya, J. Hoffman, D. Gonzales, D. Howerton, A. Whiting, J. Cardenas. MAKING MUSIC 1st row: D. Martinez, K. Annaya. 2nd row: C. Annaya, Mrs. Russell, S. Faust, L. Cox, P. Houge. This year the ensemble performed along at the Band and Choir con- certs. The ensemble group met during last hour as a regular class with Miss Wilkins as the teacher. This year they performed at the Las Animas Education Association which was very enjoyable. BOE □ ne of the most education- al business classes at LAHS is BOE. ft’s com- posed of all seniors who attend school in the morning and work in the afternoon. A total of two school credits is allowed for the class. This year BOE purchased very nice office chairs. They purchased these chairs with various money making pro- jects among which the biggest money- maker was a gas reffle. They also had bake sales, slaves sales, and sold ads for the back of the sports programs. 1st row: K. Bogner, T. Davidson. C. Medina. 2nd row: L. Carr, D. Cole, S. Camilli, Y. Medina, D. Morlan, V. Ballez, S. Baublits, L. Pennock, P. Chapman, S. Davis. 3rd row: J. LaSalle, J. Jones 112 PENN REXALL 159 Bent Ave. 456-1691 LEO CLUB HUB CLOTHING 340 6th New By-Laws - Got to learn them all! The Odd Squad! Ya and she thought I'd wait on her. Las Animas, Colorado 81054 La Familia, for- merly called Spanish Club, was sponsored by Glenda Montoya, counselor. Being the first year in some time since such a club has been active, the numbers in the club were small; however, they did manage to go on a couple of nice trips with their sponsor. Taos was the destination of one of their travels while Pueblo, a bit closer, was the other. Miss Montoya started teach- ing members of the club Mexican dances and hoped that next year more would join so that a dance group can be formed. Leggy Leslie. LA FAMILIA 1st row: R. Muniz, G.IMontoya, M. Alvarez. 2nd row: D. Martinez, I.. O'Connor, V. Sandoval, R. Sandoval. 114 ASSEMBLIES 5 tudent Council presi- dent. Lisa Pennock. welcomed the students, especially the freshmen to school the first day of school. Dr. Conroy, Su- perintendent, also spoke to the student body and wished them a successful year. Bill Boggess, an ex-criminal who was convicted for murder, talked to the stu- dent body about his experiences with drugs and alcohol and how they led him to the wrong way of life. He stressed the importance of education and respect of others and their rights. Max Armstrong, an illusionist and magician put on a magic show. Lisa Pennock and Barb Palomino were given the impossible task of separat- ing three interlocking rings. Elaine Hed- gecoke, scared out of her wits, had her hand locked in a device by Mr. Armstrong who then proceeded to force a blade through her wrist, or so it appeared to the audience. It was a very entertaining pro- gram. Pep assemblies, recognition day and Student Council elections were also scheduled as assemblies. 115 GRADUATION 1982 Graduation night approached much too slowly for some sen- iors and too rapidly for others. Haring spent approximately two full years of their lires in the high school building as students, some had already been making plans for the fu- ture. Other members of the class were prob- ably not sure and possible a bit insecure as to what the future held for them. Most of the seniors probably looked back at the actirities and experiences they shared with a great deal of enjoyment and possibly with some regret about things that were in the past. Another word used often in place of graduation is the word commencement which means “the beginning.’ As with the He buggers? end to any experience there must be a begin- ning to another, and so it was in the case of the LAHSgraduates. They will become more independent and develop their skills through further education as they prepare for their future. Though many of us hated to hare them leave, we wished them success in life. 1The Little Rascals Aren’t I pretty! 116 Take it easy on the hair mom! We finally made it!! A NEW BEGINNING 1st row: K. Hogue, P. Chapman, C. Medina, J. Jones, S. Baublits, D. Morlan, J. Nicklos, P. Dillon, S. Camilli, T. Davidson; 2nd row: S. Davis, P. Gardner, S. Reed, S. Holman, K. Bogner, Y. Medina, L. Pennock, P. Neil, V. Ballez, V. Miller, C. Trotter, B. Cribble, D. Cole, L. Carr; 3rd row: D. Lopez, M. Archuleta, F. Herrera, N. Alnasrallah, W. Hale, J. Miller, T. Parsons, V. Vialpando, J. Davison, C. Magana, J. Gallegos, T. Quintana, B. Sena, D. Arrona, A. Martinez; 4tb row: K. Kelley, J. Heady, J. Walton, T. Warren, S. Warner, J. Burns, A. Gallegos, J. Cardenas, J. Robertson, B. J. Roberts, J. Hopper, E. Cleveland, D. Gabebart, E. Ashcraft, D. Ricken, R. Ortega, R. 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