Dana Hills High School - Mast Yearbook (Dana Point, CA)

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wmm m mi mm mmm im mm Milt Rouse (English): regrets not be- ing an astronaut; is most proud of son Christopher; enjoys chess, phi- losophy, and reading; It all works out O.K. in the total scheme. Star Sandford (English): is proud of an A on the Masters Comprehen- sive Exam; tutored students in the barrio of San Fernando; enjoys going to art museums. Reed See (Foreign Language): dances when under stress; traveled to France to do mime puppets and songs; wishes that students realized that teachers are not out to get you. Martha Sheehy (Social Science): likes being an optimist; enjoys work- ing out and spending money; We did not go into teaching to make stu- dents ' lives miserable. 67

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Michelle Rlem (Science): wanted to be a wildlife naturalist; admires the intelligence of chimpanzees; enjoys raising green iguanas; Life is to be enjoyed to its fullest, Stobb Rlgg (Fine and Pracflal Afts): dances for the Coast Ballet Theatre; feels that 23 valedictorians is an ab- solute joke ; is most proud of his work and family; wishes that young people would show more respect for knowledge and life. Tracy Robert (English): eats some- thing crawling with cholesterol when under stress; once rode in the Oscar-Meyer Wienermobile; feels that her strong points are a sense of humor, and the fact that it has a limit. )Lc n4 Lucille Robustelll (Spy tlon): regrets not beC ' tress; once sang in a cleans house as a hobby day at a time or else crazy. Ejluca- g an ac- rock band; Take one you will go Ml Ml Mi M In what has been called the ' 80 ' s version of Brown vs. Board of Education, the Special Education program has overcome many obstacles since 1985 such as apprehensiveness, preju- dice, and ostracism. [At first] people were afraid and did not know what to expect, said Lucille Robustclli, the program ' s teacher and driving force. Along with Sandra Blake, Robustelli has expanded the program this year to include the severely handicapped. Students enrolled in the Special Ed. Program take courses according to an Individ- ual Education Plan, a curriculum especially tailored for each student. Instead of Algebra or Advanced Comp., the area s of emphasis may include independent living, job skill, and recreational leisure. In order for a student to graduate, no specific requirements have to be met; students finish the program at age 22, This year witnessed an unprecedented two graduates, Sainantha Shannon and Jana Holtel, who will continue to strive to function as independently as possible in the community. Whereas at first the school reacton was mixed, there were noticeable changes in attitude this year. Some people would laugh at them [the Special Ed. Students], and others would make a negative face, said Robustelli, but she was pleased to add that the students that have interacted with the handicapped students find them enthusiastic and a lot of fun. Although Robustelli gives her student a great deal of patience, understanding, and kindness, she emphasizes that the student body has just as much influence. Peers are looked upon as role models, and their actions are seen as appropriate behav- ior. Robustelli hopes that there can be more understanding between the two groups, -f.l. 1. Senior Samantha Shannon communicates her plans to attend Saddleback with the aid of her computer. 2. Ms, Robustelli uses a technique of signing to reinforce her lessons. 3. Penelope Littlejohns from ASU and Michael Bethea from Special Ed. unite to celebrate the Joy of the Christmas Season. 4. The students enjoy an instructional television show, a deviation from the normal lesson. 66 Mi l llllllllllllll f i eif

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Marv Sherrlll (Science); enjoys diving and exploring Baja; would like students to view each exam as a personal challenge ; has taught at Dana Hills since it opened; ' ' Enjoy life — do things because you want to, not because you think you ought to. Joe Shively (Math): feels that students should accept responsibility for their educa- tion; ran a dairy farm; is proud of becoming a pilot at an advanced age ; Life is an adventure. Make the most of it without hurt- ing others, Oz Stomons (Math): cuts loose by swim- ming the bay ; strong points as a teacher include taking roll well and filling out yellow absence lists; Teachers do not live at school, Rick Skelton (Social Science): took 32 units his last quarter in college to get a Mas- ter ' s degree and teaching credential; teas- sesses his career choice during income tax time; has two Brittany Spaniels; Treat oth- ers with respect and dignity, 12.. o:? 68 dttAum ROP is an acronym for Regional Occupa- tional Program, but it should stand for Rais- ing One ' s Potential in the job market and | life. This program offers a means by which stu- dents can gain entry into high-paying, re- warding, and career-oriented employment in such fields as interior design, animal care, hospital occupations, landscape construction, law enforcement, and computer pro- gramming. High school credit is earned based on attendance and internship training at actual work locations and certificates awarded for participation or skill can mean the winning edge in a college or job application. Aspiring doctor Judy Judge is a shining example of the program ' s success. Enrolled in the Emergency Medical Technician class, she has enjoyed the benefits of receiving impressed looks from peers due to the huge texts she carries, riding in an ambulance through rush-hour traffic, and most importantly, gaining the experience in previewing the medical field first-hand. Whereas many other students will toil at fast-food restaurants, Judy will be challenged in her work at San Clemente Hospital. If you ' re eager to learn, you can easily get a job, she says. -f.l.