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

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1983 volume:

Sponsor Stan Natchez Salazar Editor Asst. Editor Lisa Rice Carla Long Members Kelly Estrobrooks, Dean Chapman, Michele Jarvis, Sue Montoya, Seana Walker, Steve Vanderpool OUR RIDE INTO THE FUTURE TROJANS 1982-1983 LAS ANIMAS HIGH SCHOOL 300 GROVE AVENUE LAS ANIMAS, COLORADO 81045 VOLUME XXI OUR RIDE INTO THE FUTURE If you think you are beaten, you are. If you want to win, but you think you can’t. It’s almost certain you won’t! If you think you’ll lose, you’ve lost; For out in the world we find Success begins with a person’s will; It’s all in our ride into the future. Think big and your deeds will grow; Think small and you’ll fall behind. Think that you can and you will. Lifes battles don’t always go To the rich or smart. To the stronger or faster man; But sooner or later the one who wins. Is the person who thinks he can. In our Ride into the Future. -Anonymous CONTENTS Classes .........................................5-32 Staff ..........................................33-38 Sports .........................................39-62 Activities .....................................63-83 Clubs .........................................84-108 Student Life .....................................109 Advertisements ...............................110-114 CLASS OF ’83 DEDICATION We, the members of Annual Staff; Dedicate this annual to George Schaffer, the first L.A.H.S. wrestler to take state. Throughout Georges high school years, he has been In such clubs as A-Club. He has also helped out his class In several different special occasions, which proved to be very worthwhile. George has been very active In sports dur- ing his high school years. Such sports as football, wrestling, and track have proved to be rewarding, as well as being a great experience for him. He received many special awards because his ability, dedication, and inspirational qualities have taken him through these sports as a winner. Good luck always! SENIORS Senior class officers are: President, John Parsons, Vice President, Stephanie Faust, Treasurer, Valarie Torres, and Secretary, Elaine Hedgecoke. The 1982-1983 school year proved to be a successful and exciting time for the Senior class. They were very active In organizing Homecoming and Winter Sports activities, as well as the Ranchburger on Sante Fe Trail Day. Students were recognized for being the top ten percent of the class, a very hard but rewarding achievement. These students were Sheila Banks, Stephanie Faust, Brenda Grasmlck. Viola Martinez, John Parsons, Susan Tully and Keith Vincent. At the graduation ceremonies John Par- sons, 1983 class president, presented the senior gift of a set of three Trojan flags. One will be placed In front of the high school building and one at the football and baseball fields. 4s the year went on, the seniors looked upon graduation with a mixture of anticipa- tion and excitement In the beginning; but as time went on, a certain sadness was felt by all. Yet, there was an anticipation of what the future would hold for each senior. We wish the seniors the best of luck In the future. We re the Seniors Proud and Free We re the class of 83 Denise A ceves Bobby Alvarez Cora Anaya JoEll Bllyeu James Casebolt Sheila Banks Tammy Butler Michael Chambers Mike Cada Dean Chapman 7 Christine Childers Wendy Dennis David English Jeanette Cortinez Alfred Diaz Stephanie Faust Danna Delaney Brenda Elrhart John Fernandez 8 John Gallegos Paula Garcia (Fernandez) Elaine Hedgecoke Grant Garcia Keith Garda Louis Gonzales Brenda Grasmick David Howerton Marilyn Higgins 9 Lawrence Lucero Richie Martinez Frank Medley Anthony Martinez Kathy Martinez 10 Troy Miller Mike Murray Michelle Oviedo Julie Moore Randy Moss Tim Nell Barb Palomino John Parsons 11 Carrie Pender Fred Ratzlaff George Schaffer Larry Sena Bob Slack Patti Quarles Margret Schmelser Debbie Smith 12 13 Joe Vigil Keith Vincent Rick West Picture unavailable Darren Adame Rick Blrkey Alvin Gallegos Louis Sisneros Ron Warron Class Clown- Larry Sena Most Likely to Succeed- John Parsons Most Likely to Succeed- Brenda Gras- mlck Class Clown- Elaine Hedgecoke Best Athlete- George Schaffer Most Outgoing- Stephanie Faust Best Couple- Bobby Slack Patti Quarles Best Dressed- Danna Delaney; Best Athlete- Barbara m Most Artistic- Steve Vanderpool Palomino; Most Artistic- Michelle Ovedlo; Most Inspirational- George Schaffer and Susie Tully 11 ASS FAVORITES JUNIORS This year the Juniors started off the 1982-83 school year with good In- tentions; but during this time, they had some disappointments at var- ious occasions. Although the disappointments were there, they still had high spirits. They set goals and fulfilled each of them with pride, thus, bringing the class closer together. The Juniors had the responsibilities of pre- paring the Jr. and Sr. Prom. This year it was a Hawlian Prom, which turned out to be a great success. All In all, the Juniors year In school went well and these experiences prepared them for the job of being a Senior next year. ' I i i Class officers are: Janice Sena. Treasure: Mark Archuleta. Presi- dent: Trudy Shlba. Secretary; Danny Gallegos. Vice President Sorry No Photo Michael Balerlo We're The Juniors, Bound For More, We're The Class Of '84 Rex Allen Sorry No Photo Mar c!a Baunsgardner Sorry No Photo Mark Archuleta John Belcher Sorry No Photo Matthew Archuleta Sherri Bllyeu Kenneth Ballez Elizabeth Brown 1984 Roger Deal Calvin Felk Sorry No Photo Vernon Florez Sorry No Photo Janet Casebolt Jerry Chapman Connie Cook Jeannle Cross Mallnda Denton James Eckert Sorry No Photo John Fernandez Ricky Fernandez Danny Gallegos Virginia Gallegos Mark going to receive an award. Anthony Gonzales Sorry No Photo Shirley Heath James Herndon Sorry No Photo Sorry No Photo Roger and Janet at the formal. John Hester Penny Hogue Amy Hollingsworth Get down Mindy I Sam Koury Darla Miller Scott Lutz Debbie Manzanares Tom Martinez JUNIORS Sorry No Photo Jill Lucero 19 Lima Rice Mark Rice Randy Rich Good tlmea at the dance Sorry No Photo Martin Sauceda Janice Sena Trudy Shlba Tim Shriver Randy Slsneros 20 Michael Slack Joanna Smith Sorry No Photo Wesley Smith Janice Stuart Samuel Thompson Blundell, Lori Allen. Monique Candelaria, Martha Alvarez, Margie Chambers, hand I Childers, Darrell Durga. Chris Cox. Lori Darnell. Rick Eck, Wendy Elder. Lana Davis, Bill Photo Not Available Fernandez. Louie Fernandez, Patricia 23 Natalie Ferrell Jamea Frauato Jeffrie GaMegoa Stacy Haya Mark Gallegoa Patti Hickman Brian Johnaton Lealey Gabehart Sandra Gallegoa Judy Hoffman Kent Kelly Bennie Gallegoa David Gardener Roger Huadnell Carla Long 24 Losano. Mario Sorry No Photo Martinez, Billy Morales, Laura McAfee. Jennifer Montez, Tommy Muniz, Rose Magana. Alen Montoya. Jon O'Conner, Lillian Rarlck, Joe Martinez. Diane Montoya. Sue Padilla. Chris Reed. Cherrle Saldana. Debbie Sandoval. Valerie Sauceda. Juan Sauceda, Noreen Simpson. Shawn Shannon. Colin Stephens. Darren Tellez. Melissa Vincent. Mlcheal Wallace. Chi Ybarra. Audrey 26 TTfl FRESHMEN Like being ,new kids In the neighbor- hood”, the freshmen this year were scared for the first day of school. On registration day, the freshmen came In groups that were eager to experience what the year would have In store for them. As they moved through the registration line, they most likely had many questions to ask, and as the school year went by, many of them were answered. Class officers: Albert Davis, and Brian Long No picture available for the others. As the year progressed, the freshmen got Into the swing of things and became active and enthusiastic about the years events, such as the buttoning rituals, decorating goal posts, collecting wood for the Home- coming bonfire, and the building of floats during the year. All In all, the class of 1986 was a group that had done well In many areas, and were looking forward to the following year. We’re The Freshmen Out For Kicks, We’re The Class Of ’86. Eddie Archuleta Susan Atkinson Brian Conroy Kyla Curley Will Barks Albert Davis Tlmara Clark Roy Davis Alan Dean John Donnta Photo Not Available Tom Fernandez Grant Garcia Matt Garcia Mobert Gerlock Sean Glbbona Paula Gilliland David Gonzalez Michael Gonzales 29 Michele Jarvis Louie Lucero Leon Marques Joy Marques StesjW8_ Brian Long Dinah Lucero Adolf Martinez Billy Martinez Priscilla Medina 30 Photo Not Available Richie Morlan Ralph Muse Rhonda Murray Albert Philips Diane Paiamino FRESHMEN Tammy Munch Troy Pierce Quin Porterfield Dominic Quntana Holly Ratzloff Floyd Salzbrlnner Ralph Sanchez Frank Salcedo Photo Not Available Stephen Shearer Bertha Romero 31 Joe Slsneros Ronnie Slsneros Amy Smith Mark Spady Richard Stwalley Monica Tellez 'Oj Photo Not Avail a hip y Mark Thayer Tiffany Tull John Vialpondo Henry Vialpondo Melissa Vigil Susan Waring Robert Wilson Richie Ybarra Photo Not Photo Not Available Available Jude Yearling FACULTY 34 Mark RIcken: Principal ak s always, the teaching staff and ad- ministration had an extremely busy ® year. To most of the staff there did not seem to be enough hours In a day to get things done. To enable students to better face the fu- ture, teachers were Involved In mastery learning, workshops, and articulation of curriculum activities. The latter activity was designed to develop continuity In the offerings from kindergarten through the senior year of high school. The former taught techniques geared to making teach- ers more effective In the classroom. Katie Riggs: June Hale: Head Secretary Assistant Secretary Diane Baubllts: English Benton: Band Director William Boulter: Science 35 Gerald Bryning: Industrial Arts Kay DeMalo: English William Cooper: SIEBD Gene Dixon: Cecelia Cordova: Librarian Charles Donkle: Vocational Ag. Ruby Jones: Business FflGULTY 36 Vernon Hale: Math Jack La Salle: P.E. Janice LaSalle: Business Photo Not Available Barbara Mulqueen: D.E. and Typing Charles Morley: Math Shirley Quarles: Aide Jerry Nickel: Social Studies Stanley Salazar: Art Kathy Pruett: Science Lawrence Sena: Math Glenda Montoya: Counselor Becky Six: Home Ec. Photo Not Available Carl Splnden: Joe Tanner: Social Studies English Photo Not Available Annette Wilkins: Terry Witty: Music English 38 A Good form? 1st row: K. Estrobrooks. D. Palomino. T. Tull. M. Tellez. H. Ratzlaff. 2nd row: N. Ferrell. C. Wallace. A. Ybarra. L. Blundell. L. Cox. D. Saldana. L. Gabehart. R. Muniz. C. Long. 3rd row: C. Reed. P. Fernandez. M. Tellez. L. Brown. M. Denton. S. Faust. B. Grasmlck. P. Quarles. D. Manzanaraz. C. Cook. B. Palomino. M. Alvarez. 40 Volleyball Volleyball girls started off the year with lots of spirit and enthusiasm for the season. As the season started, the girls put on a good performance and played very well, even though some of their games ended up In a loss to the opposing team, the girls kept the spirit up throughout the season. Is It turned out; the Trojan girls played very hard and showed the skills they pos- sessed well. Even though their skills came through. It was not consistant enough to over come the other teams all the time. The 1982-83 season proved to be one of learning and gaining of experience so that next year the girls can fulfill the expecta- tions of themselves. 41 Come on I’m waiting. Hustle Blue. The pressure’s on. CHARGE. 42 FOOTBALL The Las Animas Trojans started out the 1982 football season with a winning streak. Although the second half of the season was lost to Raton, we came back strong against Walsenburg the next week, and the follow- ing week with Fountain. Our next loss was with Trinidad by four points. Next we put the Abby Bears In their place at our Homecoming game with the score being 31 to 12. The next week we beat the Fal- cons by a touchdown, this was followed by a win against Rocky Ford also. The final game of the season was a must win In order for the Trojans to go to the playoffs, but as It turned out, the season ended with a loss to Lamar, which was a very disappointing game for the Trojans as well as for their fans. Football Scoreboard L.A. 8 Raton 0 L.A. 8 Erie 20 L.A. 34 Walsenburge 6 L.A. 18 Fountain 14 L.A. 12 Trinidad 16 L.A. 31 Abby 12 L.A. 12 Falcon 6 L.A. 18 Rocky Ford 6 L.A. 12 Lamar 16 Although the season ended In a loss, the Trojans are still looking forward to playing again next year. 1st row: B. Alvarez. F. Medley. L. Gonzales. D. Howerton. J. Miller. B. Slack. R. Martinez. D. Bewley. J. Parsons. G. Schaffer. J. Vigil. 2nd row: J. Vlalpando. M. Sauceda. R. Chapman, D. Gallegos. A. Gonzales. R. Deal. K. Balles. B. Gallegos. W. Smith. J. Rartck. B. Johnston. 3rd row: Manager P. Fields. R. Hudnall. S. Hays. R. Darnell. M. Gallegos. J. Frausto. D. Childers. J. Saucedo. J. Montoya. IV. Smith. D. Vlalpando. C. Durga. manager T. Nell. 4th row: J. Dennis. B. Conroy. F. Salzbrenner. T. Pierce. A. Davis. D. Quintana. M. Estabrooks. S. Martinez. J. Vlalpando. G. Garcia, H. Viaipando, R. Morlan. 43 44 45 46 u VI HOMECOMING Homecoming Is one of Las Ani- mas’ most exciting activities during the year. Throughout the week we had various days, such as Hat and Tie Day, Punk Rock Day, P-Day, Dress up Day, and ended up with Blue and White Day. At noon there were also competitions between each of the classes. During this week the traditional Bon Fire was held. This Is when the Freshmen said Good Riddance to their beanies. After the Bon Fire, a pep ralley Is held at the high school for all students to raise spirits and enthusiasm for the following day, in which the parade, pep assembly, and the game took place. During half-time of the game, the Queen Candidates and Class Representatives were escorted onto the field. The Queen Candi- dates were: Brenda Grasmick, Stephanie Foust, Barbara Palomino, and Susie Tully. Class Representatives that were chosen were: Freshmen, Holly Ratzlaff; Sopho- more, Carla Long; Junior, Seana Walker. Brenda Grasmick was named Homecoming Queen at this time, with Juan Saucedo as her escort. The Homecoming dance was also a great success as the band Wild Turkey played. The dance was well attended by alumni and students as well. This ended another exciting week of events for the students at LAHS. Homecoming Queen. Brenda Grasmick, escorted by Juan Saucedo. Kool and the Gang? Running to a victory. Having a good time at the dance. Wild Turkey, the band, was a big aucceaa. It’s only Pepsi, honestI Miss Trojan. Patti Quarles, Is es- corted by Danny Gallegos. 49 The 1982-1983 Wrestling Team was headed by Coach J. Tanner, and Assistant Coach C. Splnden. The Las Animas Trojans had a fair season of five wins and five losses. Due to minor complications and Injuries during the year, our season was still successful as four seniors went to state, and two of the four that went to state placed. We congratulate Johnny Gallegos for plac- ing third In the nlnty-elght pound division. And a special congratulations to George Schaffer for placing first In the one hundred and fifty-five pound division. George was also the first In the history of L.A.H.S. to win a state championship. Wrestling Scoreboard LA. 59 Springfield 10 L.A. 29 Lewis Palmer 29 L.A. 54 Manzanola 12 L.A. 20 Fowler 38 L.A. 38 McClave 18 L.A. 28 Lamar 25 L.A. 21 Rocky Ford 21 L.A. 27 Walsenburg 33 L.A. 27 Trinidad 30 L.A. 31 Fountain 26 P D N O ’ W E N M 1st row: Coach Tanner, F. Salzbrenner, S. Martinez, G. Schaffer, J. Vigil. B. Alverez. S. Hays, B. Johnston, Coach Splnden. 2nd row: G. Garcia, M. Gonzales. J. Gallegos. J. Turner. A. Gonzales. G. Palomino. F. Ratzlaff, B. Slack. J. Miller. 51 These Trojans are really toughI 54 GIRLS BASKETBALL Girls basketball provided a great deal of excitement during the season as the LAHS girls enjoyed a good sea- son under the guidance of Coach Jerry Mau- pln. The Trojanettes proved to be a well- disciplined group as they exhibited a great deal of teamwork, skill and patience In their games. AH of the girls contributed to the team ef- fort but Mallnda Denton. Stephanie Faust. Margie Alvarez and Barbara Palomino were consistently outstanding In their play. Despite all their good efforts, the girls fin- ished third in league behind Lamar and Fountain and finished In a similar position in the league tournament at the end of the season. 1st row: V. Gallegos. R. Muniz. T. Tull, B. Palomino. B. Romero, C. Reed. M. Alvarez. 2nd row: D. Palomino. M. Denton. S. Faust. J. Casebolt, C. Wallace, M. Jarvis, L. Blundell. 55 Off In flight. STRIKEI!! BASKETBALL AS Jump ball. Huscle Blue! Let’s go Rose! BOYS BASKETBALL Coaches Tetty Witty. Pat Witty, and Gene Dixon all worked to- gether to drive the boy’s basket- ball team toward success. All through the season, the Trojans worked hard, used their abilities to their fullest, kept the team spirit alive, and did a great job of playing basketball. Throughout the season, the boys had a num- ber of losses as well as many wins; they celebrated their victories and handled their losses well. They never gave up, they only tried harder. The J. V. players played exceptionally well also. The freshmen team had a slow start, but pulled through In the end. We are very proud of the players with their playing abilities and attitudes that they showed this year. We eagerly await for the next year, because we are confident that the Trojans will be bigger and better than evert Coach Witty giving some pointers. 1st row: H. Vlalpando. S. Lawson. P. Medina. R. Yabarra. J. Vlalpando. A. Martinez. B. Conroy. 2nd row: J. Montoya. W. Smith. J. Saucedo. D. Vlalpando. D. Childers. A. Magana. M. Gallegos. S. Gibbons. J. Rarick. 3rd row: R. Deal. K. Ballez. R. Fernandez. M. Baller io. D. Gallegos. M. Sauceda. J. Vlalpando. 4th row: Coach P. Willy. J. Parsons. D. Bewley, Coach T. Witty. 59 Basketball Scoreboard L.A. 70 Springfield 91 L.A. 62 Crowley County 56 L.A. 67 Seink 55 L.A. 55 Trlndad Catholic 59 L.A. 44 Trinidad 79 L.A. 50 Fountain 64 L.A. 56 Rocky Ford 54 L.A. 53 Abbey 45 L.A. 46 Walsenburg 47 L.A. 66 Lamar 80 L.A. 71 Trlndad 77 L.A. 56 Fountain 74 L.A. 61 Rocky Ford 42 L.A. 56 Abbey 42 L.A. 77 Walsenburg 58 L.A. 61 Lamar 63 L.A. 47 Rocky Ford 44 L.A. 51 Fountain 73 Quick move. 60 STUDENT LIFE WE’VE GOT ton. TONIGHT We’ve Got Tonight was the theme of the 1982 Y- Teen Formal. It was held on December 4th, with the evening entertainment pro- vided by Bannister Tartle- The couples danced the night away as they enjoyed the good music, friends, and the refreshments that were provided. Barbara Palomino was crowned the Y-Teen Queen that memorable evening, and shared this experience with her date Anthony Gal- legos. That night and all Its memories will be re- membered forever In pictures that were taken that night by Guido Photography. 64 jty ic 65 68 RUNNING ON 1st row: M. Losano. R. Hudnall. J. Hester, M. Estabrooks. E. Archuleta. 2nd row: J. Parsons, J. Rarlck. S. Hays, R. Chapman. D. Childers. Gene Dixon as the boyfs coach. 1st row: M. Alvarez, K. Estabrooks. T. Tull. S. Walker. C. Cook. B. Palomino. V. Gel legos. 2nd row: Coach Sinclair. S. Montoya. P. Gilliland. C. Cardenas. D. Saldana. M. Denton. B. Grasmick. BASEBALL When baseball season rolled around, prospects for a good season were dimmed by tossed in the team makeup due to graduation. However, the team surprised many people as they swept to victory In their first four or five games. Several factors then came Into play which dashed the hopes of the Las Animas fans. Poor weather led to less practice time out- doors and caused too many games to be played In too short a time. The team's pitch- ing depth and Inexperience at some posi- tions became crucially Important. The re- sult was loss after which was not due to the lack of effort in our team’s part but rather due to the factors above. As this was a rebuilding year, hope Is the keyword for the future since our team lost very few to graduation. 71 1st row: M. Gallegos. A. Magana, B. Slack. D. Gallegos, B. Davis, F. Salzbrenner. J. Frausto. S. Martinez, D. Vlalpondo. 2nd row: B. Alvarez. S. Lutz, L. Sena. R. Deal. D. Potter, J. Vlalpondo, J. Montoya. B. Johnston. W. Smith. M. Sauceda. 72 Close call. Our track team during the school year was In the process of rebuilding as graduation depleted the sprinter corps and other areas of the team. Coach Geme (Geno) Dixon did an excellent job during his first year as head coach despite those losses. RUNNING WITH THE TROJANS The young men and women who participat- ed worked hard all season and they repre- sented LAHS In fine fashion. Our distance and relay teams proved to be our strength throughout the season. LAHS had four tracksters participate In the State track meet as Margie Alvarez, Ma- Hnda Denton, George Schaffer and Rodger Hukdnall all attended. The season lent hope for an Improved track program. 73 Close, but we got him. This has been a long day. Nice hitI This Is no time to fall asleep. Did you see that? Get ready Bobby! 74 Karen Smith as the 1982 Santa Fe Trail Day Queen. The theme for Santa Fe Trail Day 1983, was “A Portrait of the IVest”. Faculty and students joined in the day’s activities by dressing up in costumes portraying the theme. The best SFTD parade was held this year. Many people participated, and their efforts truly paid off. The SFTD Queen candidates were as follows: Elaine Hedgecoke, Senior; Jill Lucero, Junior; Sandra Gallegos, Sopho- more; and Susan Waring, Freshmen. Later In the evening, awards were given to students and teachers for best costumes. Class square dancing also took place that evening with the Sophomores being the vic- tors. The La Junta Show Choir provided the crowd with singing and dancing for more entertainment. Jewell Meyer, the first Santa Fe Trail Day Queen, presented Elaine Hedgecoke with her trophy and announced her the 1983 San- ta Fe Trail Day Queen. We eagerly await next year’s Santa Fe Trail Day. We expect It to be even better than this year, and this year’s SFTD is a tough act to follow. Elaine Hedgecoke as Santa Fe Trail Day Queen. 75 SANTA FE TRAIL DAY Sophomores as the winning squaredance team. ALOHA 78 The JR.-SR. Prom took us to Hawaii this year. The Aloha theme decorat- ed the Prom in brighi blues, greens, yellows, and oranges. Evening en- tertainment was provided by PYRAMID; they rocked the night away. Memories of this prom will be treasured in pictures tak- en by MACKL1N PHOTOGRAPHY. The Ju- niors put on an excellent prom this year that will be remembered by all. 79 Danny receives the highest batting average award. Margie Is honored as most valuable In track. Dee Is chosen as most Inspirational. Having a good time? 80 Outstanding Athletes Roger Is honored as Most Improved In track. Joe as an Outstanding Athlete. Bobby Is named Best Defensive Line- man. George gives Mary Esther Montoya the Fan Of The Year award. Barb proud of Most Valuable Player award In volleyball. Tiffany receives the Outstanding Ath- lete award. 81 RECOGNITION DAY __ ecognitlon Day was held at the end of May at the high school In the cafete- M M ria to recognize and honor those who have excelled in clubs, athletics, or those who have contributed to a high achieve- ment In the classroom. This was the time certificates were given to the presidents or leaders of clubs In appre- ciation of a job well done. Letters and pins were also given to those people who were active In various sports. Most active, most Inspirational, most Im- proved, and best performance for those In each class. Girls and Boys State Delegates were recog- nized as well as A-award and Mr. and Ms. Trojan. inter Sports week at the Las An- imas High School was a success- ful event, as each classes spirits were very high. This years theme for the week was “Let the Good Times Roll”, which was shown In the skits as well as the wall decorations; which turned out extremely well. Queen candidates this year were: Viola Martinez, Margret Schmelser, Karen Smith, and Delores Wright. The following girls were chosen for representatives: Lisa Rice, Junior; Natalie Farell, Sophomore; and Su- san Warring, Freshmen. These girls were presented at the basketball game. Delores Wright, escorted by Mike Slack, was chosen as Queen. WINTER SPORTS The Senior class was declared over aii win Representatives escorted by wrestlers at the basketball game, ners of the week's activities. Danny Gallegos MR. TROJAN MISS TROJAN Danny Gallegos and Virginia Gallegos were chosen as Mr. and Miss Trojan at the Recognition Day assembly held In May. This honor Is based on participation, sup- port of athletic activities, enthusiasm and their academic achievements at the Las An- imas High School. Danny Is the Vice President of the Junior class, active In student council and partici- pated In sports during the year. Virginia has been active In sports through- out her high school years. She Is also active In class projects. Virginia Gallegos 86 STUDENT LIFE 87 SCIENCE CLUB The Science Club was formed this year. Headed by Mr. Boulter, it was a huge success. The club participated in the Science Fair at the Lamar Community College on March 8th. The Science Club took three 1st places, one 2nd place, and one third place. The greatest honor and award went to Micheal Vincent, Grand Champion. At the Colorado State Science Fair, Mark Thayer won a 3rd place award. Micheal Vin- cent won a 1st place award. Micheal Vincent showed outstanding achievements. He was invited to present a paper at the Inter-Mountain Science and Humanities Symposium held at the Univer- sity of Utah on March 23-25, of 1983. Recognition of our school was achieved by the Science Club. We thank Mr. Boulter and all of the members for their efforts. They make the Science Club a great success. Members of the club that placed In the Science Fair at the Lamar Community College are: Mark Thayer. Micheal Vincent. Michelle Oviedo. Shirley Heath. Robert Wilson, and Richard Stwalley. 89 W j nder the guidance of Becky Six, FHA I J enjoyed a good year as its members were busy with many activities. FHA Margaret Schmelser was president of the group for the 2nd year In a row, and Helen Tyska was elected Colorado State Reporter In the State organization. Helen had the honor of having an article she wrote pub- lished in the organization’s state magazine. Activities Included baby-sitting for “moth- ers’ Morning out”, a service to mothers of Pre-school children; selling of sweatshirts during moonlight madness; serving and or preparing banquets for BOE, DE, FFA, and LAFA. The group attended the District Convention In Lamar and State Convention at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Our local FHA chapter received a merit award for be- ing an outstanding chapter- this was the 7th straight year they gained that honor. 90 DECA Barb Mulqueen and the group she sponsored, DECA, were Involved In several activities during the school year. An activity that carried on throughout the year was the production and sale of personalized buttons to students. DECA had purchased a button-making machine for that purpose. Moonlight madness saw the group sponsoring the Haunted House down- town as part of the business community’s halloween activities. Once again, Santa Fe Trail Day T-shirts were sold and the sates were a big success prior to and during Santa Fe Trail Day. The District Convention was held at the Broadmoor In Colorado Springs and was at- tended by David Howerton, Carrie Pender. Anthony Martinez, Mike Cada, Richie Mar- tinez, Viola Martinez, Sherrie Bllyeu, Ma- llnda Denton, Connie Cook and Kathy Mar- tinez. The president of DECA for the year was David Howerton. FFA, led by sponsor. Chuck Donkle, had activities Including a trip to Pueblo to Ice skate, roller skating and a fishing trip. Money making activi- ties Involved Donkey Bsktbll, slave sale and selling of Xmas trees. Money earned bought a welder and sponsored Its annual Rocky Mountain oyster fry. The org. attended the FFA dlst. conven- tion and placed 1st In parliamentary pro- cedure team were R. Rich, Chl-Wallace, J. Stuart, T.R. Allard, M. Vincent and B. Masul. K. Garcia was the winning public speaker. At the state convention, T.R. Allard, M. Vincent, and R. Darmell received a gold medal In Land classification; F. Ratzlaff and K. Garcia received a silver medal In Ag mechanics. J. Casebolt was crowned chapter Sweetheart for the year. 93 94 1st row: P. Quarles. M. Archuleta. L. Cox. E. Hedgecoke. S. Faust. B. Grasmick. Mrs. Baubllts. 2nd row: Mrs. Quarles. B. Palomino. M. Den- ton. D. Delany, K. Smith. C. Childers. V. Martinez. 3rd row: K. Martinez. T. Tull. H. Tyscka, J. Bllyeu. T. Butler. P. Fernandez. V. Gallegos. 4th row: M. Thayer. T. Ortega. M. Candelaria. L. Morales. J. Hoffman. L. Elder. C. Wallace. J. Lucero. 5th row: K. Estabrooks. S. Montoya. A. Smith, J. Rarlck. B. Johnston. J. Smith, T. Shlba, S. Bllyeu. Mr. Rlcken, sponsor for NHS 1st row: K. Martinez, President; D. Delandy, Vice President. 2nd row: M. Denton, P. Quarles, S. Tully. M. Rlcken, S. Faust, B. Grasmlck, L. Rice. 3rd row: V. Martinez, M. Oviedo. S. Banks. T. Sheba, J. Smith. 4th row: W. Smith. C. Felk, R. Rich. New members: 1st row: S. Tully. L. Rice, M. Denton. M. Oviedo, J. Case bolt. 2nd row: M. Rlcken. J. Smith, T. Shlba. V. Martinez. S. Banks. 3rd row: K. Vincent. C. Felk. W. Smith, R. Rich, D. A 3d National Honor Society Is an orga- nization that promotes Charac- ter, Service, Leadership, and Scholarship. NHS held Its Initi- ation of new members on February 15, 1983. There were six new seniors, and eight new junior members that were Inducted Into a full membership. Projects throughout the year Included selling football, basket- ball, and wrestling programs at home games. They also gave food baskets to the needy for Thanksgiving. These activities were benlflclal to the members of the National Honor Society, and will help them grow to be better peo- ple. Y- TEENS % 97 The boys and girls athletic associ- ations had many members this year. These clubs were open to those who had lettered in a sport. The students and sponsors of these clubs had various money making projects during the year to help the athletic association. The sponsor for A-Club was Jerry Nlckell, and for GAA was Jene Dixon. These clubs were very successful during the 1982 and 1983 years. 1st row: R. Ybarra, A. Phillips. R. Deal, J. Vlalpondo. B. Conroy, S. Lawson. L. Gonzales. B. Johnston. 2nd row: J. Turner, S. Simpson, J. Gallegos. G. Palomino, M. Garcia, F. Saucedo. M. Gonzales, J. Dennis, P. Medina, J. Vlalpondo, 3rd row: D. Howerton. R. Hudnall, M. Gallegos, D. Childers, J. Fra us to. J. Rarlck. G. schaffer, J. Vigil, A. Gonzales. S. Martinez, Q. Porterfield. H. Vlalpondo. 4th row: B. Alvarez. W. Smith. J. Parsons. J. Montoya. D. Vialpando. B. Gallegos. W. Smith, D. Bewley, S. Gibbons, 5th row: B. Slack, S. Hays, J. Saucedo, M. Sauceda, M. Balerlo. 1st row: T. Tull. s. Montoya. C. Reed. M. Denton. B. Palomino, D. Manzanares. K. Esta- brooks. 2nd row: L. Blundell. S. Foust, B. Grasmlck, C. Cook, P. Quarles, V. Gallegos, C. Cardenas, E. Brown. 3rd row: D. Palomino. B. Romero, M. Alvarez, R. Muntz. N. Farrell. P. Fernandez, C. Long, A. Ybarra, C. Wallace. 98 Elaine Hedgecoke. Dana Delany. Lisa Rice. Vanessa Lucero. Sue Montoya. Susie Tully. Trudy Shlba. 99 Trudy Shlba Susie Tully Although the girls couldn 't go to all the out of town games, there was plenty of exciting matches, as well as basketball games that they attended here at home. At the end of the year, at the All Sports Banquet, the cheerleaders were recognized for their efforts throughout the year. All in all, the girls felt this was a good year and was well worth the hard work of prac- ticing and making the signs for decorations In the halls. Brenda Elaine Hedgecoke Suze Montoya Lead cheerleader, Susie Tully, led the girls Into an exciting basketball and wrestling season. The cheer- leaders, along with the letterglrls, cheered for the boys and girls during the Winter Sports activities. They planned pep assemblies each week to raise the athletes spirits for the following games. Hall decorations were made each week also, to support the teams. Patti Quarles Lisa Rice Back row: Patti Quarles. Elaine Hedgecoke. Brenda Grasmlck. First row: Susie Tully. Vanessa Lucero. Sue Montoya. Lisa Rice Susie Tully: Head cheerleader Grasmlck Vanessa Lucero 100 Lettergirls, this year, lent their sup- port to both of the cheerleading squads at football games, volleyball games, wrestling matches, as well as both girls and boys basketball teams. They did a great job of keeping enthusiasm going throughout the school year. They, along with the cheerleaders, decorated the halls each week to show the support of the athletic events during the year. Although some of the girls could not cheer the whole year, the ones who did are great- ly appreciated for their efforts. Lettergirls In order of letters are: T-Dlane Martinez; R-Shlrley Trujillo; O-Celeste Cardenas; J-Jeanette Cortlnez; A-Patrlcla Fernancez; N-Connle cook; S-Janlce Sena; with the head letterglrl In the center as Kathy Martinez. 101 During the 1982-83 school year, the choir was very active performing at several concerts, and going on tours throughout the state. When the group attended the music festival In Lamar, they received a 2” with “1 ” be- ing the best. To top off the year, an awards concert was held where many awards were presented to those who did an outstanding Job during the year. 1st row: C. Reed. L. Wilson. M. Alvarez. T. Tull. K. Estabrooks. 2nd row: A. Davis. D. Vlalpondo. L. Sena. J. Rarlck, S. Martinez. 3rd row: R. Stwalley. M. Estabrooks. F. Salzbrenner. S. Hays. D. Potter, and Mr. Benten as Band Director. WOW!!! Many different assemblies were held during the year. Some for entertain- ment and others for money making ideas, information, the giving of awards, elections, and enthusiasm for games. Student council put on several entertaining assemblies that turned out quite well. Mr. Moore brought some dogs that did some tricks. Charlie My rick was a man that was tied up in a straight jacket and somehow got free. The show choir from La Junta per- formed for us a couple of times. Student council held reelections for the next year, and a band came down to perform for those students who were also in band. At the end of the year, many students were recognized for special abilities. There were also the cheerleaders and letters that promoted spirit during the year. The student at the Las Animas High school enjoyed the assemblies very much. The tal- ent that was shown was unique, and the information interesting as well as educa- tional. 8 1st row. J. Fernandez. T. Martinez. J. Gallegos. J. Vigil. B. Slack. G. Schaffer. S. Vanderpool. M. Cada. R. Martinez. D. Bewley. J. Miller. J. Parsons. 2nd row: B. Palomino. V. Martinez. M. Higgins. D. Smith. S. Tully. B. Grasmlck. E. Hedgecoke. S. Faust. P. Quarles. M. Schmelser. D. Delaney. W. Dennis. B. Elrhart. D. Wright. C. Childers. T. Butler. H. Tyscka. V. Torres. S. Banks. C. Pender. K. Martinez. 3rd row: B. Alvarez. M. Murry. M. Chambers. R. West. A. Olivares. R. Moss. A. Diaz. T. Nell. R. Berkey. A. Polnton. L. Lucero. K. Vincent. C. Miller. L. Gonzales. L. Sena. 4th row: C. Anaya. J. Moore. D. Aceves. K. Garcia. F. Ratzlaff. A. Martinez. F. Medley. D. Howerton. T. Stephens. B. Williams. T. Miller. J. Casebolt. D. Adame. D. English. D. Chapman. J. Cortlnez. M. Oviedo. Graduation Is the time that seniors looked back upon the past high school years, the activities, the ex- periences, the good times, with a great deal of enjoyment; and the bad times, with some possible regret about things In the past. When graduation night finally approached. It was a time which brought tears to the eyes of the girls, and a lump In the throat of several of the boys, as the thought of leav- ing all the friends and good times behind. Although spending four years at the high school, graduation night approached to slowly for some; and others, much to rapid- ly. Some of the seniors have been making plans for the future from the beginning, and others were probably not to sure what the future had In store for them. After the guest speaker spoke some words of wisdom, students were honored with grants and scholarships to colleges and uni- versities to further their education. Though we hate to see these students leave, we wish them all the luck and suc- cess they will need. Enjoying the speech. J KESTER MOTOR COMPANY Third And Bent, Las Animas no GAMl i mmas OFFICE HOUR DR. PAMELA KUHNS-VALDEZ Dentist TIM NOBUHARA RN.DDS.PC. gambles jnjin PENN REXALL DRUG STORE l| Second Bent B E 3ST T C O XT UNT T = f S? £ BRYANT REAL ESTATE Las Animas, Co o. SAME ROOM OPEN I] T011 OAliT PIZZA. SANDWICHES icoio pop 524 Bent Ave. Las Animas, Colo. BENT COUNTY READY MIX 8th And Grarfield 148 Bent Ave Las Animas, Colo. Las Animas, Colo. THAXTON’S 112 A 1 manual Staff would like to express sincere thanks to the doctors at Fort Lyon. They made it possible through their contributions for the Las Animas 1982-1983 Annual to have their first colorplate cover. Dr. and Mrs. Ahmed Dr. and Mrs. Jancar Dr. and Mrs. Greenleaf Dr. and Mrs. Lasswell Dr. and Mrs. Owens Dr. and Mrs. Hester Dr. and Mrs. Girard Dr. and Mrs. Runk Dr. Hunter Dr. Stanton Yv fe. ;;Vy . • 'v ■ •. .