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

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I On a ski trip at Gatlinburg, Tennessee, with Calvary youth group Chris Wacker, Doug Taylor, and Tom Warner pose for a picture in the snow. Frequent outings are enjoyed by Trinity Presbyterian’s youth group. During a wa- ter ski trip youth group members Kenny Hayslett and Andy Burwell invited Andy Goldman and Charlie Robinson to show them how to trick ski. Youth groups provide fun and friendship Concern for Youth f by Steve Thomas hat are youth groups all about? Many students par- ticipate in church youth groups. The youth groups sponsored the church, or they had outside sup- port. These groups took part in many community services such as singing at a local nursing home and visiting families. There was also a time for fun when parties and lock-ins, (all night sleep- overs) were held. Ater a youth group outing, Doug Roach and Karl Wixtrom play a game of basket- ball in Skycrest Baptist Church’s parking lot. These youth groups were led by concerned adults who showed their care by giving their time. Lisa Lambert said “Our youth di- rector really cares about us and the things we do.” Assistant Prin- cipals Robert Clark spent his free time working with the youth group at Gateway Baptist Church in St. Petersburg. “I enjoy helping young people find themselves in life and also to be there when they need someone,” commented Mr. Clark. Many youth groups went on re- treats and trips, where the mem- bers were in close contact with each other. During winter break, Calvary Baptist Church took its youth group and their friends to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Through- out this trip, a Bible study and time of meditation was held. In addition, members enjoyed daily activities in athletics, crafts, and sightseeing. Chris Wacker, a Gat- linburg participant, commented, “I liked the unity throughout the group.” Retreats helped the youths grow closer together both spiritually and mentally with their peers and family. “We have a lot of fun and they don’t cram reli- gion down everyone’s throat,” said Pam Beacher. Youth Groups succeeded in helping youths personally through making them feel that they were special. T Youth Groups 3 9

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T. Diefell Returning to F lorida for the third con- socutive year. Cheap Trick performed at both the new Manatee Civic Center and Disney World. Guitarist Kick Neilson and lead singer Robie Fauder perform songs off their latest LP. “Next Position Please.” 40 Concerts Inspired to write his number one hit sin- gle. “Missing You,” after his wife had left and moved to Europe. lohn Waite gained recognition with his second solo LP, “No Brakes. “Performing on a double bill with Scandel at the Bayfront. he sings his ode to overtime. “Saturday Night.” Students flock to crowded auditoriums Dancing in the Dark by Carrie McLaren ' mon Cindy. I’m sweating to death. I can’t move my arms, let alone see the stage! I can’t breathe, my mascara is running, and its not even starting for an- other hour! Are you kidding?! I haven’t been fighting for two hours for nothing! We’re almost there. If we can get around this guy we’ll be able to see. I ' m going back. Yeah, well good luck. Check out the crowd behind you. It’s suicide! Friday night at the fights? In a way, yes. Music enthusiastics, however, would easily recognize the conversation as one taking place at a concert. Several music groups toured the Bay Area, attracting students to the Bayfront, Lakeland Civic Center, and the USF Sundome. Ex-Baby’s lead singer, John Waite, returned to the Bayfront after four years, but this time he appeared as a solo act. Another debut solo artist, Cyndi Lauper, performed for a packed crowd at the Bayfront. The concert could have easily been considered a costume par- ty” make-up faced children dressed as Lauper and day-glo clothing was virtually every- where. The Thompson Twins concert supported their latest al- bum “Into the Gap.” This was the trio’s second album since separating from four other band members (with whom two other albums were produced). Their concert also drew a flourescent- adorned crowd. Twisted Sister, Billy Squre, and Kiss were among the heavy metal bands to perform locally. The phenomenal success of lavish Michael Jackson led the Jackson on their massive tour that hit both Jacksonville and Miami. Junior Scott McQuigg said, who caught the show, “The concert was incredible. I wouldn’t have missed it for any- thing.” Another major tour of the year, that of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born in the USA’, was per- formed in Tallahassee to a sold out crowd. Although the burden of find- ing a ride and inadequate fi- nances for tickets that ranged from twelve to fifteen dollars, posed a problem for students. “They’re worth it” as said by Danny Abdullaj. “You can listen to someone’s record a thousand times, but nothing else can cap- ture the atmosphere of a good concert,” he concluded. ▼ C. McLaren