Clearwater High School - Aqua Clara Yearbook (Clearwater, FL)

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Showing his frustration, Mike O’Connor loses his train of thought while announcing football players’ names at Torna- do Tales. As school often becomes monotonous and boring, stu- dents find ways to release tension. Tom Warren cuts up in a free moment at an NHS meeting. Students find ways to have fun whether at a football game or in class. Manon Royer and Gabriella Jimence share a joke during Tornado Tales. With the close of the swimming season comes cooler weather. Arlene Stefanadis tries to keep warm after her event in the cold water. mm ■ M Buttons are a popular way for students to tell how they feel and what their favorite groups are. Susan Matella ex- presses her feelings vividly on her jacket. » Expressions 23 S. Espey

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For a job well done or just to show friendship, students often express their feelings openly. Keith Owens and Terry Griggley psych each other up for the Homecoming game. Demonstrations can often be humorous or fun. Todd Mers looks overjoyed while helping Jim Gibbons cook for his public speaking demonstration. tk ■££ Always popular with students, debate teacher Mr. A.J. Anderson often tells his classes jokes without getting re- sponses. Ajr r Showing It Off In different ways, people show their characters L. Meddin by Sue Espey H appiness, surprise, sadness, frustration . . . just a few of the emotions felt by students everyday. All people found ways to express themselves For every different emotion, students showed what they were feeling, and everyone revealed themselves differently. What students wore expressed their personal style. A “U2” button signified appreciation for that particular music group, while an oxford and penny loafers usually meant a preppy status. “I like to dress different ways, and not the same style all the time,” said Julia Holmes. ‘‘Mostly I dress how I feel that day.” The band and choral groups were outlets for students to demonstrate musical abilities. Long hours of practicing often warranted tired faces. But the joy of creating beautiful music was seen to be worth the effort. Various sports and clubs provided means for students to show abilities and fulfill interests. “Playing football has been a rewarding experi- ence for me,” said Jerold Miller. “Sure, I get mad sometimes. But the feelings 1 get when I do something good or when we win the game make up for it.” Involvement in such organizations al- lowed freedom of expression . . . frustration at missing the well-thrown pass; disappointment at not being elected treasurer of the math club; singing your solo off-key. Feeling such emotions was a natural part of a person’s life. Whether students failed a test, got nervous about reading a report in class, or felt happy because it was Friday, there was an abun- dance of opportunities to exhibit what they were feeling. V 22 Expressions

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I HOMECOMING ' Sprucing up the area between D and E malls sophomores Robin Leidall and Greg Mayer put together a teepee soon to be demolished by the Tornadoes. M. Englander This East Bay Indian, roaming through the grass by B-8, is caught by the Tornadoes for a Homecoming victory. Anticipation mounts as Homecoming Week’s festivities prepare students for the big night by Sue Espey W hat other time of the year can you find students dressed for the beach, people coming to school before the sun comes up, and toilet paper and balloons filling the halls? No other time but Homecoming, the time when floats, spirits, and hopes are be- ing built. Balloting for the Homecoming court took place the week before Homecoming, and the semi-finalists were introduced before the crowd at the pep rally for the Jefferson game. Students then voted for the final court representatives. As people arrived at school the following week, November 7th through 11th, they discov- ered many of their peers wearing bizarre types of clothing. Monday was New Wave day, and teens wearing garbage bags and silver make-up were seen. Tuesday hosted Tacky Tourist Day, and Imitation Day was Wednesday. Well- dressed students showed up for Thursday’s So- phistication Day, and on Friday, Spirit Day, red and grey clad students roamed the halls. Throughout the week, clubs were busily pre- paring their floats. Many large chicken wire structures filled garages as people stuffed the tiny holes with napkins. Others painted signs and put together other decorations for floats. “I worked on Key Club’s tornado until 7:00 Wednesday and Thursday. It was tedious work, but it was worth it to know I helped the club,” stated Janene Whitman. Preparation for the big event peaked with the hall decorating competition. “I got to school at 4:30 in the morning to help Latin Club win the hall decorating contest. It was fun to show spirit this way, but I was totally exhausted by the time I got home from the game,” said Lori Brown. Both clubs and classes filled every inch of space in the halls with posters, foil, streamers, bal- loons, and toilet paper. The Latin Club and the Senior Class tied for first place in this competi- tion. For many people, the building up to Home- coming was just as important as the night itself.y Senior Homecoming court members Mahi Gelep and Laurie Frank, with their escorts Jeff Cesta and Jimmy Harri- son, are introduced at the Jefferson game pep rally. 24 Homecoming:Preparation Decorating the south wall of the library, this Key Club poster displays some of the true spirit of Homecoming. J. Griffith YOU CAN T CATCH ME 1