Blackford High School - Reflections Yearbook (Hartford City, IN)

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Winter brought more to BHS than snow. The Harlem Globetrotters dribbled their way across the gym, and greeted Chad Thiery at halftime. Lunchtime was a good time to get acquainted, a member of their NCA evaluation team found. He talks with Brian Sargent. Visitors 15

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With mixed feelings, pupils often say goodbye to student teachers. Cutting his farewell cake is Taylor U. student Mr. David Dunbar. Open house was termed a success, as more par- ents showed up this year. Student Council Sec- retary Teresa Sharp checks in Mrs. Joan Ladd. Come one; Come all! The sun rises. Another day in the world of Blackford High School begins. A day well-planned and running smoothly But even the best plans have interruptions — invasions into our little world. Some visitors are not so good. Others are exciting. Actually, one invasion was nothing less than the North Central evaluation team, who visited in March. Among oth- ers were student teachers, who alter both students ' and teachers ' routines for a time. The experience of visiting ministers and the pleasure of young children filled the rooms of Blackford. Along with the small came the big — and famous — Harlem Globetrotters and their basketball. Alumni, too, returned from college to visit during their vaca- tion breaks. The daily trend of classroom work was broken up by the diversions of resource speakers. Journalism students learned from alumni speaker Lu Ann Witt, Muncie Star re- porter, who covered the Drollinger trial. A lecture was provided for the Government students. The proper usage of facial make-up was demonstrated to Home Ec. students by Mrs. Sally Onweller. And visitors of a third kind made their appearance. A goose did his best for two weeks to enter the school. Among these unwelcome who did enter were flies. The kindness and open heartedness to all guests is not . just seen during Open House, but almost every day. A con- stant reminder of this hospitality is seen at the South en- trance — a large mat which says, Welcome to Bruin Coun- try. Visitors come In every shape, form and size, as shown by a snow-sculpture snowman, who ap- peared after an early winter snowstorm. 14 Visitors

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Showing the school they back the team are Farmer Day participants Debby McConnell, Mary Daniel and Phoebe Zigler, during Spirit Week. Rain didn ' t spoil the fun Rain, rain, go away! This thought was in the mind of every Bruin fan on Homecoming night. The ones who weathered the storm sat huddled under blankets, piles of coats, and umbrellas. Crowning the queen was a wet but pleasant job done by Student Council President Brian Lanham. Brian awarded a kiss and roses to Queen Cheri Elliot. The royal court consist- ed of seniors Carrie Pugh and Traci Davis; junior Lora Cap- per; sophomore Brenda Rogers, and freshman Lori Cain. Frontier Land, this year ' s Homecoming theme, got its share of water also, with juniors taking the top float award. The only elements not dampened were the signs, posters, and other decorations Booster Club put up during Spirit Week — and Bruin spirit. A rousing bonfire highlighting the week on the night before the big game got hopes high and spirits rising. The night, though shadowed by the 9-6 loss, people were enthusiastic about anyhow, as cineers rose from the crowd to the very end. The game wasn ' t a total loss, as the Bruins pulled ahead for a short while before defeat rained down on them. The Bruins took their loss in stride with thoughts of victories to come. After the game, those who love to boogie jammed into the cafeteria for a night filled with Powerhouse ' s music. The dance was sponsored by Student Council and ended Home- coming for the year. Neither RAIN, sleet, snow, nor the gloom of night will keep the Bruins from their appointed game ... or was that the mailman? :W:S5«£s?--..3?a ; Rain didn ' t stop the excitement of juniors who worked hard and won first. Admiring the float are Terry Maddox, Kimberly Martin. With rain-soaked suits and bright smiles, the queen court gather once more to end their night as royalty. The court, with escorts, consisted of Lori Cain, Lora Capper, Traci Davis, Cheri Elliot, Carrie Pugh, and Brenda Rogers. 16 Homecoming