Columbus East High School - Altis Yearbook (Columbus, IN)

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 I don't think it (school spirit) is as strong as it was shortly after East opened, but I don't think our situa- tion is unique. I don't think any school has the same school spirit ten years after it opens. English teacher Joe Dutton School spirit is great, but I think our school lacks a lot of spirit. I think we should have more spirit days and convos. I know next year our spirit will improve be- cause people will be more into it. Freshman Brian Lane People could be a lot more energetic about our school spirit. It just seems like no one cares this year. I hope it's better next year. Junior Kathi Stier East has changed in many ways this year. One new as- pect is the addition of the Freshman Class to the high school. Students have many different reactions to this change. Some Freshmen feel uncomfortable; others like it better than staying at a junior high school for another year. Freshman Angie Marshall says that going straight to high school for ninth grade is better because there's more people and it prepares you better. Students like Marshall, who went to pri- vate elementary schools, with grades one through eight, particularly like the new system, because they do not have to switch to a junior high school for a year and switch again the next year to a high school. Some freshmen say that they feel uncomfortable. Sometimes I wish it was like the way it was, with the ninth grade at the junior high, be- cause I think people look down on the freshmen in high school. I don't think juniors and seniors appreciate our being here, stated Fresh- man Kim Ingram. Senior Sam Belding said he doesn't mind having fresh- men in high school. They crowd and everything, but other than that they're al- right, said Belding. A lot of School spirit comes in differ- ent styles. Above, Coach John Stafford (far right) joins the varsity football team and cheerleaders to celebrate after the Homecoming game. East played Jennings County and won 7-0. At right, Seniors Kevin Sage and Bryan Hodel prepare bal- loons for the halftime show at the Homecoming game. The show was given by the East Marching Band. them belong in high school, but it's too bad they'll have to be here for four years be- cause they'll probably get sick of it, he stated. Some of the teachers don't think freshmen are ready for high school. There are some freshmen who are very re- sponsible and can handle the system, comments Mr. Jack Young, science teacher. by Jay Frederick Many freshmen believe that it is unfair that they have to be assigned to study hall on their unscheduled mods in- stead of having the freedom of the rest of the high schoolers. When necessary a freshman conceals an adult magazine in a notebook to keep from getting bored in study hall. Student Life Freshman Addition 12

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The Bartholomew County Fair is an annual event that brings friends together. Sen- iors Jesica Zuckschwerdt and Kip Bonnell try their skill at the many games and booths at the fair. This year the Christmas Dance was at the Otter Creek Club House. Semi-for- mal dress was appropriate; the Dale Spurlock trio with Jim Fritz provided the enter- tainment. Seniors Sandy Surber and Mike Settle enjoy socializing at the dance. Ju- niors Brian Tempest and Jill Taylor take advantage of the music and dimly lit room to dance. Summer is a welcome res- pite from the brainstrain work that school demands. Activities enjoyed during the summer include water-skiing, swimming, traveling, or at- tending special academic programs. Senior Roxi Bonnell attend- ed an ISU honors program for government for two weeks. The course was hard, but I received two college credits for it. It was fun, too. I met a lot of people ' Traveling is an enjoyment for many students. Senior Mary Dasovich spent several weeks in Mexico, sponsored by the Indiana University The city of St. Louis, Mis- souri, hosted this year's con- vention; the arch was the big- gest attraction. Moving to the music, Junior Jason Wolfe dances in the ballroom at Riverfront Towers, host for the convention. Every year Janet McKinney adviser, takes publication staffs to journal- ism conventions which consist of lec- tures, writing contests and a student dance. Honors Program. Still, many students spent their summer doing little or nothing. Junior Angie Frankie commented, I went swim- ming and watched my soaps, and that's about it. County fairs are a chance to see friends neglected dur- ing the summer and to show off one's tan. Rides, 4-H ex- hibits and animals populate the grounds and the smell of cotton candy fills the air. Fairs, swimming, and being lazy are the pleasures every high school student looks for- ward to. Now, if only summer were nine months long . . . by Sally McMillin Summers 11 Student Life

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Spiked hair and black leather jackets. These might be the signs of the punker. Punk is a style that shows individuality. Most teens don't want to be like all the other teens so they show their individuality in the style of their dress and their hair, and the type of music they listen to. People who consider themselves real punkers, though, look down on others who try to be punk, but really aren't. People think that groups like Duran Duran or the Police are punk, but when they hear real punk music they say, 'What is that?', commented one junior. I think people miss the whole point of punk, said one student, it's sup- posed to show that you are different from every- one else, but now so many kids are trying to be differ- ent that it's the standard, he continued. by Jay Frederick Many students like to show their individuality in the way they dress. One example is Freshman Kelly Eaton, below left, who se- cretly poses for a picture while opening her locker. Below right, Senior Arian Giesholt walks to class in an outfit very typical of her wardrobe. One of the many sporty new cars spotted in the student parking lot was this Pontiac Fiero, owned by Junior Brian Todd. Those fortunate enough to own their own car prefer the sporty type, such as a Trans Am, Corvette or Camaro. At times a student car takes up two parking spaces in an effort to protect the vehicle. This year may be one of the most exciting times in rock music. It introduced many new groups and new styles to America. Some call it another Brit- ish Invasion with such groups as the Eurythmics, Duran Duran, Big Country, The Police, and Culture Club, featuring Boy George. Also some talents from In- diana who became very suc- cessful, particulary Michael Jackson and John Cougar Mellencamp. Jackson sold a record 30 million copies of his album, Thriller, produced by Quin- cy Jones. He also dominated the Grammy Awards, The Michael Jackson Show win- ning eight Grammys. While some students plas- ter their lockers and folders with Michael Jackson post- ers and stickers, others don't share the feelings. I didn't mind him when he first came out, but I'm tired of him now, stated Sophomore Darin Davis. Mellencamp put out a new album called Uh-huh and came back to his home state on March 16 to give a sold out concert. He returned again April 9 and 10 to give two more sold out concerts. by Jay Frederick Rock Punk 13 Student Life