Danville High School - Medley Yearbook (Danville, IL)

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-j THE STUDENT SCENE K A LEARNING EXPERIENCE A popular way among students to make extra money was babysitting. Freshman Cyndi Rerun listens to a tape recorder with three year old Amanda Cooper while babysitting for her. (Photo by C. Hardy) “We’re all going to the movies tonight. Do you want to come?” “I’d love to, but I’m busy.” “Busy? On a Friday night? “I’m babysitting for some neighbors.” “On a weekend? You’ve got to be crazy.” Although some people felt it was crazy to babysit on a weekend, many did, and loved it. Generally anywhere from $1.50 to $3.00 an hour was an average rate for a babysitter. The babysitter’s wages depended on the number of children, the ages of the children, and what other chores the parents wanted done. Just wanting to earn mon- ey wasn’t the sole reason for babysitting. Most agreed that they really needed to enjoy the children. “I like babysitting for this one lady, even though she doesn’t pay very much, just because I love her kids,” said sophomore Jeana Atwood. Many students found it difficult to babysit on week-nights, and so much of a teenager’s babysitting hours came during other free time. “I babysit mostly on the weekends, in the evenings, and in the summer during the day,” said sophomore Cindy Miller. Logically, the first time a student babysat for a certain family, he didn’t know quite what to expect. After that he was able to determine whether or not he or she cared to return. “The most important quality is how the kids act and how we get along. That determines whether I want to babysit for them again. A clean house is another important quality. If the house is a mess, it gives me the feeling that the parents just don’t care, which might reflect on the children,” said junior Lisa Stahl. Even though it meant giving up a little free time, babysitting was a way to earn some extra money, and it often ended up being a lot of fun. by Julie Bell FL YIN' HIGH At 8:00 a.m. on October 8, 34 students loaded onto a bus headed to Chanute Air Force Base. The students were off to a day of tours, explanations, and lectures. Students browsed through an aircraft hanger and model carrier, an extensive electrical lab, a specialized meteorology lab, and the student dorms. For many students the trip presented a taste of their future and helped to confirm their decisions to enlist. “I plan to go into the Air Force because it is a good career for me, and it has a strong educational background,” said Senior Frank Moore. Other students planned to enter under the ROTC program after four years of college. “1 want to enter as an officer, so I plan to go to college first,” said Senior Dawn Dolbee. This branch of the service offered the best education for a few students due to the use of the latest, most advanced technology. “The Air Force teaches technology better than a technological school,” said Senior Eric Bolser. The annual trip to Chanute gave students a look at the lifestyle, and the opportunities available to them by enlisting in the Air Force, by Michelle Mekel Students who were interested in going into the Air Force were given a chance to visit Chanute Air Force Base in the fall. Seniors Penny Sloger. Frankie Moore, and Dawn Dolbee talk with a Sgt. at the base about their future decisions. (Photo by J. Crygiel)

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A MODEL ACHIEVEMENT Senior Shane Wilson has been interested in trains ever since he could remember. In the spring of 1985, his favorite hobby shop in Covington, IN went out of business, and Wilson was not able to find the things he wanted in the Danville area. So, he decided to open his own hobby shop that would specialize in model trains. “All Aboard Hobbies” opened on March 18, 1986, at 1810 S. Jefferson in Tilton with Shane Wilson as the sole owner and operator. “There was a need for a supplier, and I needed money for college,” said Wilson. Wilson and some friends painted and carpeted the garage of the Wilson home, put up shelving, and with the help and advice of the owner of the shop in Covington, Wilson purchased some models, paint, and “scratch” building supplies. The shop was licensed in Wilson’s name. Wilson said that he may hire someone to work when he goes to college. At times, Wilson made up to $2500 per month. He put most of the money back FALSE ALARM into the shop to buy more supplies. “All Aboard Hobbies” sold model trains and accessories, plastic models, radio controlled cars, model rockets, and magazines on models. Wilson spent many of his weekends traveling around Illinois and Indiana attending model railroad shows. He contributed two train sets for a raffle to the Model Railroad Show which was held in November at the U.A.W. Civic Center in Tilton. Wilson relied on his mother for help with different as- The sounding of the fire alarm occurred unexpectedly throughout the year. When the alarm rang, most students and teachers waited for the voice of Mr. Bonynge to sound over the intercom and say, “Teachers, please keep the students in the classrooms.” The false alarm scared some people. “I’m really afraid that someday there will be a real fire, and we’ll all be fried,” said Mrs. Shari Kaulig, | Spanish teacher. When the fire alarm rang, it was also heard at the fire station. The station didn’t know when the call was real or not. Therefore, Mr. Bonynge had to call the fire station and let them know. Creating a false alarm violates city laws and school rules. There were severe con-sequences for someone caught pulling a fire alarm unnecessarily. Expulsion from v school and arrest were two. When the alarms went off so often, it was impossible to tell what could be a real fire and what was fake. Some people thought of that as a bonus. “If we ever have a real fire, I probably won’t even be scared because I’m so used to the false alarms,” said junior Jenny Rosendale. There were other students, however, who found the uncertainty more reason for worry. “I’m afraid that someday the fire alarm will ring for real, and I’ll just stay up in my class,” said Senior Anna Hershberger. The danger of pulling a fire alarm was best stated by Senior Jenny Martin, “It’s not very funny when there is an entire school building at stake, not to mention 2,000 human lives.” by Kelly Hunt. A lot of time and effort go into making a business a successful one. Senior Shane Wilson organizes some of pects of the business. When he had important school work to do or could not work at the shop, his mother helped out. “Even for no charge,” said Wilson. Wilson enjoyed owning his own hobby shop, not only in ! order to reap the profits, but he also saw it as a learning experience. “I think it helps me to learn how to deal with people. It also helps to increase my management skills, and it teaches me self-discipline,” said Wilson, by Kelly Hunt the merchandise he sells at his hobby shop named “All Aboard Hobbies” (Photo by J. Hand) 10 MINI MAG

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A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN Can you move the plants inside? Add the white lights to the indoor trees. Set the platform for the queen’s court over there. Raise the streamers up a half inch. Who will volunteer to come tomorrow morning? ” With these phrases of supervision, the decorating of the David S. Palmer Civic Center was set in motion late Friday morning, although plans began as early as December 1985, to honor the departing Seniors with their last dance — the junior and Senior prom. A committee chaired by junior Gary Render organized the flowers, food, band, ice sculpture displays, and picture packets. After much deliberation, plans were finalized and Prom 1986 was well underway. “By having a lot of people working with me, 1 was able to delegate responsibility so that all of us were able to work together,” said junior Gary Render. To finance the big event, nearly $4000.00 was earned through car washes, dances, and candy sales. Raising that kind of money took a lot of effort on everyone’s part. Still, those on the prom committee found the work worthwhile. “I feel we had a good turn out at prom, for nearly 250 couples came. We succeeded in giving our special gift to the seniors,” said junior Zeina Baroudy. On May 24. 1986, the Danville Civic Center transformed from a hockey arena to a spacious, candle lit garden filled with flowers, pillars, balloons, and white lattice walkways. The couples ar- rived dressed in formal gowns and tuxedos, full of anticipation of the night ahead. A live band from Indianapolis, the Special Purpose, performed the latest hits while couples swayed to the music or mingled with friends. Glasses, inscribed with the Prom theme — “If Only For One Night,” memory key-chains, and picture memory booklets of each couple in attendance replaced the traditional prom souvenirs. The committee decided to host the prom at the David S. Palmer Civic Center due to the spaciousness which would accommodate more people. The junior and Senior prom was dedicated to the Seniors in hopes that each one would cherish the moment forever — “If Only For One Night.” by Linda Butler Members of the 1986 Prom court include Senior attendants: Heather Hill, Anne Berg. Lynn Eicken, Chris Rew, Chuck Dyer, and Curt Towne. Prom Queen was Senior Pam Shane and Prom King was Senior Troy Drews. (Photo by L. Woodrum) 12 PROM