Central High School - Blackhawk Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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 Hiking bools arc a current fad at Central, and Terry Fenn follows the trend by trying on a pair at Northpark. Teenage purchases such as these bring out the need for part time jobs. Photo by D. Bettis. Interest in cars draws Bridget Montgomery to Walden Bookstore at Northpark. Inspite of complaints about too many books to study for school, some students enjoy books for recreational reading. Photo by D. Bettis. 10

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HEAVED CAD WAIT This excitement was only added to in a stunning 28-0 defeat of Burlington in the Homecoming game. The cold temperatures did not affect enthusiasm and during the field presentation, over 800 balloons were let loose from the field, creating a fantastic effect. The final, most enthusiastically anticipated event, the Homecoming dance, got mixed reviews. After pre- dance parties and or dinner, couples gathered in the gym to dance to the sounds of The Butlers . Although the band to many was a disappointment, the decorations were good. The theme was carried out with sparkling stars and blue and silver metallic streamers. To end an enjoyable evening, many couples went to more parties or ate a late dinner to stretch out the night a bit more before calling it a night or morning as the case may be. And those deciding whether or not to be in by curfew felt like crying, Aw Mom, heaven can wait! The traditional bonfire returned this year, providing something for everyone. Games and music for the rowdier Imps, and for the romantics, a roaring bonfire. Bill Schebler, Todd Chittendon. Diane Iglehart, Tom Baustian. and Randy McGee gather to chat. Photo by D. Bettis. Red and blue spirit shows all through the stands by band members and students cheering on their team to an overwhelming victory over Burlington, 28-0. Photo by M. Bennett. The escapades of Suzanne Sophomore and her search for a perfect senior date on the morning announcements sparked students thoughts about Homecoming. The theme Heaven Can Wait was an appropriate one, as dreams and ideas were fused into reality under the direction of several varied committees to make this one of the more successful homecomings. The roaring flame of a bonfire attracted about 200 students on the Thursday before the game. Crazy games helped to warm those who strayed too far from the fire, and the anticipation of game and dance fueled much speculation as to the outcome of the game and queen election. On Friday, everyone soon knew the Queen was Becky Meier, and the ever quickening whirlwind of activity continued with the best aud in the Class of '80's memory. The well- written and entertaining take-off on the movie Heaven Can Wait was followed by a rowdy pep aud. Cheerleaders led one cheer after another, as an electric current of excitement radiated through the gym. Courtesy of Sally Hotop, Senior Photographer Student Life Homecoming 9

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monEY...WHeRe dogs it go? is buying albums and attending events like the Outlaws concert and the Mississippi Jam 2 . Parties, movies, and sporting events dig into a student's pockets also. Attendance at these social gatherings is always up despite the rising cost of that magical liquid used to make the car run! Food is also an important aspect of the average student's lifestyle. Hardees, McDonalds, and Happy Joe's are always on the way — no matter where one happens to be going. There are even times when a teenager can be found in places such as Jumer's, the Dock, or the Drawbridge, although this is usually only on special occasions and after weeks of pinching pennies . Money is an everpresent problem to students everywhere, but somehow it is only a slight damper on the social life. After all, if a student talks or pleads long enough, mom and dad will maybe give in to an advance — on next year's allowance!? Rack» upon racks of current fashions surround Molly Platter, while she searches for the perfect'' outfit. Many stores such as the Limited cater almost exclusively to teenage tastes. Photo by D. Bettis. Stuck with a ten dollar allowance? Let's see — that's $3.50 for that great movie, $2.50 for five days of cafeteria food, $1.00 for the weekly athletic event (if purchased at school) and three dollars for chow after the game. That leaves nothing. Ten dollars blown in one short week. Where does one get the money for gasoline, clothes, school supplies, and other necessities? Students today are feeling the pinch of inflation. The problems of how to support a car, an ever-changing wardrobe, and eat well on a limited budget leave many students in an extreme state of bewilderment. For many, the answer to this dilemma is a part-time job. Students work in restaurants, hospitals, clothing stores, and anywhere they can earn a buck. Homework may suffer just as long as the money keeps rolling in. What happens to the money from a part- time job? Responsible students put some in the bank to prepare themselves for college costs. That still leaves some spending money. Students find Northpark a favorite shopping place with its variety of stores. Music is important to a teenager and so ihocs play an important part of any wardrobe, .s Bridget Montgomery and Gretchen Cosby liscover while shopping at Northpark on an ■fternoon after school. Photo by D. Bettis. Bargains and sales give Sue Kvapil and Bridget Montgomery good excuses to hit the stores. Seifert's is a popular clothes store for both young and old. Photo by D. Bettis Student Life Money 11