David Crockett High School - Texan Yearbook (Austin, TX)

Page 24 text:

Conflict of Interest Can anything that is different ever have something in common? Of course it can. Take a look at the Cotillion and the Jungle Love dance. Everything was dif- ferent. The dress, location, atmosphere, and attitude. But the one thing they both had in common was the people. Of course you couldnlt tell they were the same peo- ple. At the Cotillion they were dressed to the nines, but at Jungle Love they looked right out of Robinson Crusoe. They may have danced different and behaved dif- ferent, but they were definately the same people. The Cotillion took place March 2, at the Austin South Plaza Hotel. There was a live band and a professional photographer tak- ing pictures of couples. Which brings up the cost of everything. The tuxedo, formal pictures dinner, and maybe even a limo would set anyone back. The tickets and flowers for your lady were about the least exspensive at 315.00 each. Then came the renting of the tuxedo. That was 350.00. For a dress, ladies, it cost anywhere from 380.00 to 3200.00. The dinner wasn't the most exspensive but it was up there at 345.00 a couple. Spending a 3100.00 wasn't as much as some people spent, but Above: Michele Fahrenthold, Michael Hughes, Suzanne Freid, Bryon DeKay, and Amy Shaw discuss the night's activities. Right: Senior Darin Byrd and date dance the night away at the Cotillion. 36X Cotillion Spring dances let students loose for fun, excitement, and enjoyment. it was still worth it, said freshman Ross Hoster. Why would anyone spend so much for four hours of dancing and talking? For the guys it was simple. They went to show off the new girl they happened to have had for that week. Or they went because they wanted to. The girls asked guys so it was easier to say yes. For the ladies it depended. If they were a Tex-Ann they were expected to go. Seeing as the Tex-Anns sponsored it. If they weren't then they went either because it was their first formal or to show off their classy formals. For most girls it took weeks, maybe even a month, to find the right dress. But for freshman Becky Pope it took only one day. Even if it was for 3120.00 it was worth it. Because as soon as I saw it at Foley's I knew it was me. Jungle Love, a dance sponsored by the Student Council, saw the school cafeteria transformed into a set from Gilligan's Island. There were records playing instead of bands, and a school photographer in stead of a professional one. The cost wasn't that big. The couples bought dinner at a local McDonalds for about 35.00. The tickets cost 32.00 a person. The dress was not exactly formal, so students wore Ber- muda shorts, and loud Hawaiian shirts. Which cost about 315.00 each. One reason for reason for going was expressed by senior Robert Hook, Being Student Coun- cil President had a lot to do with my going to the dance, but it also was a great way to meet people and get to know the council.It was definitely worth it. Wondering why they went? For a very good reason. That dance let the party- goers let loose. They went to have fun, and to talk with friends. Being in school for a whole week could really get a person in a down mood. So this dance helped them forget Algebra, coaches, and tests. Dances-a good way to let your frustra- tions out. No matter how different or strange, students can relax, and have one heck of a good time. by: Kelley Crease y ' .1 f ,r .ltr i Q Right: James Schmidt escorts Tex-Ann Countess Veronica Santos down the traditional walk.

Page 23 text:

l'he surprise, th preparation, the moment, it's over left: Veronica Santos escorted by Mike Estrada take their traditional walk down the runway, nervously holding tight- ly to her flower. below: Kendra Young escorted by Derek Ray, Julie Spell escorted by Eric Hoageg Ronda Collins escorted by Alvin Pennickg Debbie Treece escorted by David Riderg and Veronica Santos escorted by Micheal Hafner were the top 5 couples. Keith Rose kneels beside Sharon Haley the conversation mounts as the evenings events left As a helpful mother holds the belongings Mary Daniel helps her prepare for her picture, so it will be Hafner. above: Winning Most Beautiful is something to be very proud of as Debbze Treece shows us with her smile as she is escorted by the ever proud Most Handsome Michael

Page 25 text:

I 2 5 sl. , , 3' Q, il fx 27 Left: Junior Malinda Hohertz and senior Ahmed Abulasamh decide to show their stuff to have their picture taken. 'F qi ,. ., Above: Along with Stephanie and Stella Crowell, Bruno Zucco, and Lara Thomas move to the beat at Jungle Love. Above: While waiting for change after purchasing a ticket Stephanie Bucklew chats for a few minutes. Jungle Love!37