Divine Child High School - Clarion Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 224 of the 1987 volume:

1U U n£UUc 2 1 Alty U e t 1U WcM. 10 Hew U « Eiieei ( c JuyX 4 ko Qew t ow wU 0 + y abt s? H«W U e Bxeew $f ydi 76 Aw Ave e J) y 110 PtofU Swf iZ Syjlub. ia AA 2 00 ItwUz $e+An DiAicfany 210 Cle4lh$ 2 Ok Explanations are in order for all that we do. Coach Wishart explains a play to junior left Paras before sending him into the Catholic League Championship Came at the SHverdome. Explanations have al- ways played an important part in com- munication and education. Title page 1 It's almost tradition that stu- on the faculty to enhance the dents receive a letter at the be- already-strong academic program, ginning of each school year Policies had to be explained to explaining why they haven't re- the new teachers, and the teach- ceived their schedules. ers' policies explained to the stu- Upon reaching school in late dents. The academic year started August to reschedule, there were late for the second year in a row, several changes: new energy-con- due to scheduling difficulties, servation windows on many of With the aid ot Sr. Chris' annual the classrooms, new teachers to pep-talk, the academic year meet and friends to make. Then was off to another strong start, there were the freshmen, who An explanation ot why there is had a whole new environment a ringing noise coming out of the which needed to be explained. yearbook room, along with The dress code was finally occasional music sounds, is fairly revised, to the relief of many stu- simple. To help speed production dents. The guys no longer had to of the yearbook, a new phone- wear their sport coats and the line was installed and hooked up girls could dispose of their to the computer. The phone was boleros in the winter months, a needed acquisition tor the The freshmen couldn't really re- Clarion staff, late to the relief all others felt. After getting back to school However,no explanation was and into the swing of things, the needed to persuade the freshmen year was off to a great start, to accept the changes. Read on and May We Explain... There were also new members By £ Fournier !1 It’s half-way through the second quarter of the Homecoming game. Coach Wishart calls a time-out to explain some additional strategy; which led to a victory over Royal Oak Shrine. Photo by: E Fournier Helping bring the team to the state championship, senior Sue Bacigal defends a Regina player. Sue has been in the basketball program since her freshmen year. Photo by: E. Fournier 4 Student Life SlUcpd Events That Made Our Year Explanations are in order for many things in life. This division of the Clarion has been set up in such a way as to explain to you the life of the student body, as the events happened during the 1986-87 year. The Unforgettable Student Life. This has been titled The Unforgettable because of the numerous organized social activities that make your high school years a very special time in your life. These events, planned by and for the students, are the main attractions which break the monotony of 8-2:30 days filled with Computer Programming, Math Analysis, and English Literature, constantly studying for exams, and plain old every day homework. Beginning with Homecoming, you are introduced to the pride which was shown through the participation of the students and faculty during Spirit Week. The fall drama. Look Homeward Angel, had superb reviews during its run in November. The Ring Day Mass was once again an exciting event for juniors as they finally became upperclassmen, and for the seniors as they wore their gowns for the very first time. Tradition was broken this year as the dress code changed from semi-formal to casual for the Sadie Hawkins Dance. The very first Mr. Falcon, senior Bob Swider, was named in February, much to the excitement of the audience, which was mostly female. Oklahoma, the spring musical, finally hit the stage in March after endless hours of repetitious practice and preparation. The Virgin Mary was honored in the traditional May crowning ceremony. Mrs. Bonnie Adler directed her third annual spring play, Gold in the Hills or the Dead Sister's Secret, with much success. The most formal event of the year, the junior Senior Prom, was held at the Fairlane Club on May 27. Seniors couldn't decide whether to be happy or sad upon their graduation day, May 31. They concluded that this time was well in order and their years at Divine Child were full of countless memories which would remain with them always. Here you go, an explanation of the year, for you to recall the events planned especially for you, to help you relive some of your fondest high school memories- The Unforgettable Student Life. □ By: T. Aitkens Coming to the aid of senior Bob Swider’s drunken Such excitement is well in order for senior football Able to particpate in the lunor Ring Day Mass, character are sophomore Mike Millington and players Dave Ogarek and Mark Movak after the are Juniors Elizabeth lary and Cathy Martin Both Juniors Amy Kidwell and Mike Lentz. Bob’s charac- victory of the homecoming game against Shrine girls have been very active in student activities ter, W.O. Cant, was an avid drinker and gambler. Photo by: I Ryber during their three years of high school. Photo by: Photo by: Craines L. Munro. Anticipation Rises as Preparations Begin Preparations for Home- coming '86 began early in lune on the Student Council Reteat. A combina- tion of sorted ideas helped the group to come up with the theme: D.C s Moonlight Cruise. As the senior girls sat in the cafeteria one Wednes- At the Homecoming Dance are the 1987 Homecoming Court and their escorts: Karl Krill and Barbara Sroka. Tom Carrity and Kristen Marsh, Mike Conniff and Maureen Chadwick, Queen Carla Rotole and Sean McClorey, Kimberly Malec and John Bahr, Cathryn Mazur and Tom Ozog. Catherine Sroka and Tom Zakerski. Photo by Craines day morning in September: the senior boys were in homeroom choosing their candidates for the Home- coming Court. That after- noon, the announcement was made. The 1986 Homecoming Court con- sisted of seniors Maureen Chadwick, Barbara Sroka, Kimberly Malec, Carla Rotole, Kristen Marsh, Cathryn Mazur, and Cath- erine Sroka. The sophomores and juniors then became in- volved, as they joined the seniors in voting for the queen. Ballots were passed out in homeroom and the students were instructed to choose only one of the candidates. The excitement truly began here, as all students were anxious to find out their queen, but knew the announcement would not be made until halftime at the Homecom- ing football game on Saturday. The student body and faculty were greeted by their cruise director, julie McCoy, alias Student Council Executive Board President, senior Linda Baughman, on Monday, September 29. This first day of Spirit Week was Tourist Day. For the stop to California, students dressed accordingly in Ha- waiian prints, jams, and sunglasses. The student council sold lais for $.50, sailor hats for $2.00, and ice cream sundae boats for $.85. I thought Spirit Week was extremely fun. I really enjoyed Tourist Day the most, stated junior Deanna Vella. continued... Striving for those extra yards, sen- ior Mike Furlong helps lead the Falcons to a Homecoming victory against Shrine. Photo by: E. Fournier. The art room presents a comfort- able atmosphere for friends, sen- iors Jennifer Wimsatl, Trisha Aitkens, and Mary Lou McCuen The girls had third hour ceramics together during the first semester and found free time in between projects. Photo by: K Wells As one of the Clarion photogra- phers on the sidelines of the game, senior Eric Fournier watches the game intently so as to find the proper position for good shots. After learning all the basics his first year as a staff member, Eric found the second year less complicated Photo by: K. Duffy All Aboard! Ihe next stop was France as all celebrated Sailor Day. Students and faculty dressed in blue and white stripes and sailor hats. Cummy fish and French eclairs were sold for $.50 each. October 1 was labeled as Vacation T-shirt Day as students and faculty stooped in New York. In Tourist Day attire. Studenti Council officers, seniors Christie Hamilton and Linda Baughman, prepare to sell sailor hats in thel Falcon’s Nest. The Studenti Council was commended by stu- dents and faculty for a very well- coordinated and fun-filled Spirit I Week. Photo by: T. AUkens Within the school various vacation spots were dis- played to all on t-shirts in- dividuals wore. Among them were Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; The Hard Rock Cafe in New York City, N. Y.; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Paris, France. Hot Pret- zels and Life Savers candy were sold for $.35 and $.40 respectively. Thursday was the only day of the cruise in which the ship was not docked. As the students and faculty cruised the oceans. Cap- tain's Ball Day was quite appropriate. It was a dress- up day for all, as the Homecoming Prayer Ser- vice entitled Journey was held between third and fourth hours. During the service, sophomore Katie Stoops read her first place poem, Divine Child's Moolight Cruise. The poem won Katie and her date a free ticket to the Homecoming Dance. Carnations and their at- tached messages, which were purchaced for $1.00 each, were delivered in homeroom prior to the prayer service. Italian ice was sold at lunch for $.35. As the cruise was com- ing to an end, the ship docked in Italy for the last day of Spirit week: School Spirit Color Day. Students and faculty really got into th act by painting their faces, coloring their hair, and dressing in the traditonal school colors: red, black, white, and grey. K.I.S.S. (Keep Instigat- ing School Spirit) messages, written on cruise ship post cards with attached choco- . -.............. uinutktixi— The silver punch bowl was one of the more elaborate props used for the Moonlight Cruise Sopho- more Steve Rekowski takes a glass of punch while freshmen Cathy Michel and leremy Burek refill the bowl. Photo by: Craines. 8 Homecoming Mud-covered varsity football play- er, junior jeff Paras, rewraps his wrists on the sidelines of the Homecoming football game. The rain was very intimidating at times, but didn 't hold the Falcons back from their 21-0 victory over Royal Oak Shrine Photo by: E. Fournier The 1986 Homecoming Court: Maureen Chadwick, Barbara Sroka, Kimberly Malec, Queen Carla Rotole, Kristen Marsh, Cathryn Mazur, and Catherine Sroka. Photo by: Craines The grand entrance of Queen Carta Rotole and her escort, Sean McClorey, is captured by many pictures taken by the student body. Carla was overwhelmed with joy after being crowned. Photo by: T. Aitkens. Tourist Day presents a more relaxed atmosphere for band stu- dents, freshman Doris Brosnan, sophomore Pamela Mikolajczyk, freshman Matt Smearman, and sophomore john Beimler Photo by: K. DiNatale. Homecoming 9 Joining their team in song are var- sity basketball players senior Sue Bacigal and juniors Monica Longe and Lori Morelli. The rap song was sung by the team to promote spirit for a Homecoming victory against Shrine Taking a needed break on the sidelines of the football game is senior Patrick Kosowski Pat has been involved in the football program for four years Photo by: E. Fournier. Moonlight Cruise Returns to Port late kisses, were sold for $.25 each and 5 $1.00, and were given out by students and faculty to their friends. The Friday schedule was shortened to allow time for the Pep Assembly at the end of the day. Stu- dents and faculty let their true spirit shine as they cheered the varsity football team on to a victory against Royal Oak Shrine. As the assembly came to a close, it was announced that the decorating of the class cars was being can- The battle of the line of scrim- mage is always a tough one D C. linemen did a great job of blocking this year Photo by: £ Fournier. celled due to the rain. Ru- mor had it the rain would continue through Saturday and the parade would also be cancelled. Students and faculty alike were extreme- ly disappointed. The pa- rade is a very important part of the Homecoming Day festivities, with much student participation, fight- ing for the last few spirit points for the most-spirited class. The rumors were prov- en true, as students found out about the cancellation early Saturday morning. They were indeed upset by the bad news, but this only made them more de- termined to win the game. The crowd was pleased that the rain had stopped immediately before the halftime festivities began. All were hopeful it would remain at a standstillat least until halftime was over. As the court awaited their cue, each girl was handed a flower box. Six of the boxes contained a single red rose; in the seventh was a single white rose, which would be giv- en to the queen. The drizzle began again as each member of the court was escorted onto the field by her father, and the 1985 Homecoming Queen, Cathy Kalita, was escorted by Dearborn Mayor, Michael Guido. As soon as the girls were in place, the flower boxes were opened. As the crowd's excitement grew, Carla Rot ole was crowned as the 1986 Homecoming Queen by Cathy Kalita. The mud- covered varsity football tri- captains, seniors John Filiatraut, Mike Murray, and Rob Shurmur, congratulated Carla by presenting her with a doz- en long-stemmed red roses. □ By: T. Aitkens Prior to the Homecoming Prayer Service, seniors Dan Wadowski and Anthony Vella received their carnations and attached messages along with the rest of the student body in homeroom. Flower sales have been a traditional way of raising money for the Student Council. As copywriter for the Homecom- ing spreads in the Clarion, senior Trisha Aitkens intently watches the action of the football game in the rain. One of Trisha's many tasks as editor of the Clarion was to assign layouts to the staff. All alone, on the comer of the stage, is Spirit Bear. The sopho- mores took possession of the beloved bear after winning the ti- tle of Most Spirited Class during the halftime festivities. Photo by: K. Duffy. On their way to the top-that is, to be upper-dassmen-are Jim Bourdage and Jan Badalow The King Day services were the first time the Juniors actually got to wear their rings The ring is his at last. Sister Cecilia blessed Pete Dully's ring as Matt Fera awaits his turn to finally wear his class ring. 12 Ring Day Masses Marking the Halfway Point—Together Marking the half-way point for the juniors was the Junior Ring Day cere- mony. It was special event, not only for the juniors, but also for the seniors. To the juniors it signifies finally becoming upper- classmen. But not only that, it also represents the responsibilities that they now have and the deci- The red gowns worn by the sen- ior boys signify the coming change that graduation will bring leff Vachow and Ion Martichuski waited to enter the church for the Ring Day ceremonies sions they will have to make regarding their futures. The theme of this year's ceremony was Crowing Together Forever. Ring Day is just as sig- nificant for the seniors; marking the first time they get to don their caps and gowns. This reveals to the seniors not only how near graduation is, but the changes that it will create in their lives. junior Ring Day is a cele- bration for the juniors and a sign of up-coming change for the seniors. □ by: K. Duffy The following is an excerpt from Samantha Scollard's speech: lust one short year and a half to go And time is fading fast. Youth just isn't a time to waste So we've got to make it last Lots left to do in this year and a half So we'd better get on the ball. Or youth will slip through our fingers And then weU have no time at all So much of ourselves to give. And so little time to gove it; So much of our youth yet to live. And so little time to live it. But together we can do it - Make the most of what we've got. And we ll grow together forever. Not leave each other behind If we can stay close, as always. It won t even seem we've gone Friends will be friends forever, And memories will live on. Just one short year and a half to go, And time is fading fast; So start growing together today. Before today is part of the past! Slipping Kathy Waldchen s ring on her finger after blessing it is Fa- ther Greg Banazak Many juniors ordered their rings from Jostens; others got theirs from private ewelers But both signify the common bond that develops between classmates. A perfect delivery of a touching speech is given by junior class president Samantha Scollard. An excerpt from that speech is in- cluded on this page Photos by: E. Gaggos Ring Day Masses 13 I know just the verse,” says Eu- gene to Madame Elizbeth. She had come to Mr Cant 's marble shop for a headstone because he had always been nice to her and her girls. Photos by: Craines 14 Fall Play 20,000 dollars is the amount on the check from the bank to W O. Cant for his marble shop. Eliza had plans for the money but WO. soon let her know that he had his own plans for the money. Sharing a beer and a laugh are good buddies Fatty and Ben. Ben's relationship with Fatty had always been a sore spot between his mother and him. Look to Broadway, Angel Look out Broadway, because some would say that the performance of Look Homeward, Angel was good enough to have opened there. This year's fall play was a Pulitzer Prize winner by Ketti Frings, based on the novel by Thomas Wolfe; it earned some of its own awards, too. Kristen DiFranco was named best lead actress by the Dear- born Press and Guide. Sparks seem to fly when Ben and his mother Eliza get together on stage. Each one had an opinion about how one should spend his her life. The touching-yet humor- ous story of a boy's strug- gle to experience love and realize his dreams gave life to the stage this past No- vember. The common days of his family's life were depicted with hu- morous characterizations. Eugene didn't live an easy life; his mother even took in boarders at their home, which she called Dixieland. The play was humorous, but it offered lessons in real life, too. Eu- gene was told by his brother, Ben, not to give up on his dreams, because he was the only person who could make them come true. Ben offered this advice to us as well. □ by: K. Duffy WO Cant Bob S wider Eliza Cant Kristan DiFranco Eugene Cant Jim Roggenbeck Ben Cant Michael Hay Luke Cant Jeff Flannery Helen Cant Barton Hugh Barton Amy Kidwell Michael Millington Will Pentland Jeff Pegg Mrs. Marie Fatty” Pert Dr. Maguire Christie Hamilton Laura James Linda Baughman Madame Ehzbeth Sue Collis Tarkington, Soaks Baker left Beuchelaere THE BOARDERS: John Sterbenz Nicole Mentley Michelle Whalen Heather Brukley Jim Censlak Lon Twehues EXTRA BOARDERS: Melissa Marroso Karen Wood Jessica Firek Becki Turner Directed by: K. Pritchard Baring their feelings for each oth- er are Laura and Eugene. Al- though they feared that people would disapprove of their age difference, with Laura being 23 and Eugene only 17, they contin- ued to see each other Sitting this dance out are sopho- mores Jennifer Hynes and Jennifer David. Refreshments were pro- vided for the couples in the small gym. Enveloped in the music and the atmosphere are seniors Jennifer Wimsatt and Jim Roggenbeck Instead of a band, couples danced to the music of a dee-jay 16 Sadies Dance Sadie's: Sock-Hop Style The Sadie's Dance has been a long-standing tradi- tion, but this year, the dance under went a few changes. This year's theme was D.C.'s Bandstand with music mostly from the 50's and 60's. The dance was still the traditional girl-ask- guy date-dance, but the atmosphere declined from an almost semi-formal oc- casion to a strictly casual New moves from senior Tami Brozek and her brother, sopho- more Mike Brozek. enlivened the dance floor. Even though most of the music was from decades be- fore, some new music was played. evening, where even jeans were permitted. Many students were up- set by the change in the dress code. Sadie's gives the students a chance to dress up and treat their dates to a nice night out, comparable to Homecom- ing. The argument that many students had with the new dress code was that they couldn't go to dinner at a really nice place if they dressed so casually, junior Michelle Whalen said, I was looking forward to getting dressed up and going out; it's not everyday that we get a chance to do this. With the sudden change in the dress code, a lot of the anticipation and excitement was taken away. Even though there were mixed emotions about the dress code and rumors that many thought the dance was too over-done in the past, it was well-at- tended and enjoyed by all. □ by: K. Duffy Taking a picture of senior Laura Butler's back as they dance at Sadie s is senior Pat Kosowski. The picture did not come out. however, due to limited exposure. Sadies Dance 17 Miss America—no, Mr. Falcon You would have thought it was a famous rock star 's concert, with all of the screaming girls. But. in reality, it was the Mr. Fal- con contest with hand- some male contestants from each grade Our own Mr. Marco Monea was the master of ceremonies for this event, which raised funds for the Student Council The contest was orchestrated by Mrs Knuth and the Student Council, and included a beachwear competition, where contes- tants were encouraged to flex their stuff; a group tal- ent segment, and, of course, a formal wear competition Each segment was supplemented by musical interludes per- formed by various vocal and instrumental ensembles. The atmosphere of the evening was less than competitive, except in the area of who could be the biggest ham The audience certainly got more than it bargained for at an admis- sion price of only $2.00. The turn-out was better than expected. After some intense com- petition four finalists were selected, one representa- five from each grade. To determine which one of the finalists would be crowned, each was asked a skill testing question. The winner was decided upon by four judges, three female alumni and iimmy Hoffa-later exposed as Mr. Smetek. The final decision crowned senior finalist Bob Swider as the 1987 Mr. Falcon Q By: K Duffy THE CONTESTANTS FRFSHUEN W am LaPonte Mark Pappa , fmakst km Rodman Kevin Schrveders SOPHOMORES Chris F atraut Stex-e Reko ski Mr Muscles OS Terski Scot r Woodman, rinakst RJSHORS Talent Winners. Garv Banberg Chad Cunningham Mice D Antonio. Fmakst Brad Dickey BS Vaughan SEsaORS Matt Dkntroff fohn Fiatraut Mike Murry A muscle-bound man? Junior contestant B8 Vaughan flexes and poses for the screaming crowd, working their vocal chords over- time Photo by T Esper A job wet-done deserves a Fal- con award This one was present- ed to junior class contestants Chad Cunningham. Bill Vaughan and Cary Btmberg by Mr. Monea. Master of Ceremonies, for their hilarious spoof of The Dating Came photo by; T Esper 18 Mr. Falcon Contest Mr. Falcon Contest 19 What doesn't senior Bob Swider have? He doesn't have a dame as he and the other seniors ex- pressed through the song There is Nothing Like a Dame, from the musical South Pacfic; which they sung for their talent portion Photo by: T Esper Last-minute dance step rehearsals took place backstage before the final contest The contestants put in hours of practice to put on a first-class show. Photo by K Winterhalter Sporting a tuxedo during the for- ma! wear competition is senior lohn FUitraul During this segment each contestant was escorted on stage by a senior girl. Photo by T Esper Oklahoma. where the wind comes sweepin' down the plain...'' and once again, across Divine Child's stage. On the weekends of March 20-22 and 27-29, the Fine Arts Department performed the musical Oklahoma, which was the first musical per- formed at the school 20 years ago. The story-line centers around Curly McLain, played by Jim Roggenbeck, Oklahoma is OK! and Laurey, played by Carolyn Huebl. Curly and Laurey are starcrossed lovers. Interfering in their happiness are fud Fry, played by Mike Hay. a hired hand who has his eye on Laurey; and Curtie Cummings, played by Cori Amato, who tries to flirt her way into Curly's heart Aunt Filer, played by Sheila Strakovits, is constantly trying to help Laurey with her problems. In another love scenario, Ado Annie, played by Sheryl Shevock, is just a girl who can't say no to any man, or yes to any commitment. Will Parker, played by leff Pegg, tries to turn Ado Annie into a devoted wife, but she also has her eye on a peddler named AH Hakim, played by David Wimsatt. . An- drew Carnes, played by jeff Flannery, is the father of Ado Annie and tries to keep a firm grip on his daughter, as well as keep peace between the farm- ers and the cowmen. □ by: S. Strakovits CAST Curly McLain fim Roggenbeck Laurey fud Fry Ado Annie Will Parker Aunt Eller Carolyn Huebel Mike Hay Sheryl Shevock left Pegg Sheila Strakovits Andrew Carnes ferf Flannery Ali Hakim David Wimsatt Cur tie Cummings Con Amato Directed by: . Baevs Music direction by: V. Birchfer Everything's up to date in Kansas Oty ... - - Will Parker impresses his friends. He told about his ex- citing visit to a big city. Photo by Craines Curly shows fud an easy method of killing himself He tried to convince lud that he would be happier if he were dead. Photo by: Craines • w 20 Spring Musical Andrew Carnes subtly convinces Ah Hakim that he has to marry Ado Annie The night before, AJi unknowingly proposed to Ado Annie in a haystack Photo by: Craines Ado Annie has many boys calling on her She explained to Laurey how she didn't want to disap- point any of them Photo by: Craines In the slickest gig you’ll ever seeCurly describes a surrey to Laurey and Aunt Eller Curly hired the best surrey he (oukJ find to take Laurey to the Box Social Photo by: Craines The chorus is an important part in any musical. The girls try to cheer up Laurey by dancing in Many A Mew Day Photo by: Craines Spring Musical 21 May Crowning is just one of the many masses that the whole school attends during the year and it is the last school mass that the seniors attend until gradua- tion. Sophomore Bernard Brosnan carried the crucifix while sopho- more Chris Hatty and freshman Chris Ullman accompanied him with candles. Holy Mary's May Crowning May has long been re- served as a month to hon- or mothers. What a more revered mother to honor than Mary, who is the recipent of the May Crown each year at the May Crowning ceremony. A court of eight senior girls was elected by the girls of the senior class to repre- sent them. The top two vote-getters were the crown bearer and the queen. The girls on the May Court felt honored to have been chosen. , f mafe.. ,(_ even more special to the girls to know that their friends had elected them. Michelle Gee, who was the queen said, 7 was so surprised when I found out; everything happened so quickly but, I had a lot of fun. It was a real honor to have been chosen, es- pecially by my friends, to honor Mary. The May Crowning was on May 1 this year and was immediately followed by the Senior Brunch. The brunch is given each year tor f ?e seniors hv the. freshmen and sophomore classes in honor of the seniors' up-coming gradua- tion. Senior Kris Marsh said, It was fabulous that we could get together as a class. It was really sweet of the underclassmen to provide it for us and the food was great. □ By: K. Duffy After the crown topped the stat- ue of Mary's head, the mass was ended by a hymn of Immaculate Mary and the court processed out of the church. Kathy 5arb and Michelle Gee proceeded Fa- Outside of the church is the 1987 May Crowning Court: Rosemary Scerpella, Gayle Danielak, Janice Cana van. Crown Bearer Kathy Sarb, Queen Michelle Gee, Mi- chelle Borchanian, Linda Baughman and Jennifer Wimsatt. The May Crowning Ceremony gives the students a special day to pay tribute to Mary It is also another way of demonstrating how our school lives and religion are so tightly intertwined Senior Linda Fusco was a lector and led the procession. Photos by: Craines May Crowning 23 The villains, Richard Murgatroyd, old Kate and Sam Slade plot their dastardly deeds in a bar on the bowery. Old Kate warned Richard of the presence of Detec- tive Hawkshaw, Murgatroyd's arch-enemy. Photo by: Craines Oh, Mr. Murgatroyd is stylish and handsome. Barbra Stanley glowed with adoration for the city man. Lizzie lones, the Stanley's housekeeper wasn't so convinced of the man's virtues. He's up to no good, she warned. Photo by: Craines Play Brings Innovations to D.C. Stage Long, long ago, ? a p ace far, far away, the classic battle between good and evil was being waged. John (I'll save you!!) Dalton, the courageous, noble hero fought the murderous, conniving Richard (Curses on you all!) Murgatroyd, all for the fair and virtuous Nell Stanley. And it ended, as all battles should, with good defeating evil. So The audience followed senior Monica Michalski's cue to cheer for our hero. Monica also introduced the play and each of its acts. Her perky attitude helped set the mood. Photo by Craines John captured his fair lady's heart, (My hero!) while Murgatroyd was banished to prison for his murderous deeds (Curses!) What sounds like the plot to a silent film, was the precedence of the 1987 Spring melodrama Gold in the Hills, or The Dead Sister's Secret. Melo- drama, a form of theater popular in the early 1900's, combined a serious story line with exaggerated and overplayed movement and mannerisms. Because it was a new type of theater to Divine Child, the play broke other barriers, as well. For example, it was the first play with exten- sive use of back projec- tions. The 1987 Spring play contested Hollywood's stronghold on movies. Gold in the Hills... contained all the elements of a box-office smash- romance, humor, adven- ture and, of course, a hap- py ending X2 By : L. Twehues CAST Lizzie tones Heidi Frey Barbara Stanley Heather Brukley Hfriam Stanfey Scott Thomas NeH Stanfey Lori Twehues John Dalton Michael Hay Richard Murgatroyd Steven Cupchak Sam Slade Constable Jenkins. Big Mike Slattery Pete the Rat Old Kate Little Tommy Card Girl Piano Player Adam Ment ey a Derelict Joseph Roperti Scott Mufcahy Aaron PresseI Becky Turner Todd Adams Monica Michalski Arthur Jordon Bartender. Big Mike Slattery, shows John Dalton down the path of deception. In need of work, the hero reluctantly accept- ed a job as a singing waiter at Slattery's beer garden and dance hall. Pete the Rat, a local bum, helped to show John the tricks of the bowery Photo by: Craines ‘What lockett Richard Murgatroyd plays innocent in front of Nellie and John Dalton. Murgatroyd had planted John's locket under the dead body of Alphonzo Pettijohn to through suspicion on to our hero. Photo by D. Kubicek As the final, hectic weeks wind down, it is impossible to snatch a moment for one s self. Senior Mike Hay attempted to grab din- ner between acts, if only junior Joe Roperti would allow him! Photo by Craines Spring Drama 25 Going in style in their black limo are senior Trisha Aitkens and her escort, junior Rob Ponto and senior Cathy Peitz and her escort Rob Parks, a senior at Fordson High School. Photo by Craines With smiles and excitement, senior Brenda Riddell and her escort show off their winning prom pose. Smiles were seen everywhere on this very special night. Photo by: Craines 26 Prom What's prom without picture- taking i’ Seniors Laura Butler and Pat Kosowski smile for their pre-prom pictures. Photo by: Craines Everyone seems to be in the pink, as juniors Debbie Olverio and her escort, soph- omore Lisa Olverio and juniors Tony Abela, Kim Patrosso and Bill Vaughan stop to get their picture taken, before entering the Fairlane Club The Magic Of Prom Lives On With a hint of love and anticipation in the air, the Senior-junior Prom finally arrived. Prom was held on May twenty-seventh at the Fairlane Club and lasted from seven o'clock until twelve o'clock. Dinner was Who are these sharply- dressed men? Are they models f No, they are the hot three- some of seniors lay DuPree, Pat Kosowski, and Dave Lesz showing off their prom attire! Photo by: Craines served at eight o'clock and consisted of chicken cor- don bleu as the main entree. The beginningof a wonderful night was in the works After dinner the students began to dance. The music was once again supplied by a Dj, and the music ranged from up-beat to soft romantic tunes. The dancing was really the most fun; we just went all out and had a blast! said senior Nicole Mentley. This year, prom had an extra-special meaning for the seniors. Since it was held on their last day of school, prom was one of the last chances outside of graduation for the class to be together. Senior Tricia Konchal said, I really had a great time just being with everyone and having one more chance to have fun with my class. And so goes the magical night of prom. Friends being together,getting all dressed up, and living in a fantasy world with that one special person for that one special night. □_________«V- C Rompn Getting together with friends and having fun is what prom is all about. Seniors Jay DuPree, Angelique Seidler, Tricia Konchal and Dave Lesz enjoyed their last big event for their school year. Prom 27 Dave Cassata recites his Valedictorian speech in front of his classmates and family Becom- ing Valedictorian of his graduating class was quite an honor for Da- vid Photo by Cratnes Smiles are seen as Tricia Konchal and Christine Romeo pose for a graduation picture Their smiles reflected their happiness on be- coming the newest DC alumni Photo by R. Romeo Graduates Tom Cieslik, Rosetta Cimmo, Susie Collis and Mike Coniff pose for a quick smile and a wave on the way to church. The students processed into church to start their graduation mass. Photo by: Craines Carmen Spadafora shakes Father Kucyk 's hand as she receives her diploma Getting the long awaited diploma was a special moment for all of the students.Photo by Craines 28 Graduation A Time To Remember On a muggy Sunday, the thirty-first of May, the class of nineteen eighty seven made its way down the aisle in procession, one more time as a class. The two hundred and nine stu- dents dressed in cap and gown, gathered along with friends and family, for their long awaited moment, gradu- ation. I can't believe were already here; Look what we got! Monique Beaudoin, Julie Bifano and Shari Bosnian, show off their newest possessions, their diplomas! Photo by: Craines freshmen year doesn't seem all that long agof stated Kristan DiFranco. Cathy Peitz said much the same, '7 can re- member our eight grade graduation like it was only yesterday! As on most gradu- ations mixed feeling were felt. Happiness and and a sence of pride were felt yet, also a hint of sadness was present. Gone are the familiar surroundings and old friendships that were made in the past four years. Senior Leslie Crist best summed it up by saying, these past four years were filled with happiness and new experiences, we learned and grew and most im- portantly made frienships and learned about who we are. After graduation the new graduates attended a party from eight o'clock until two o'clock, at the Dearborn Racket Club. Swimming, dancing, racketball, vol- leyball and refreshments were provided for the alumni. As two o'clock rolled around, hugs were given and prom- ises of keeping in touch were heard as the graduates went their separate ways. As the alumni headed out the door, echos of their class song, A Time to Remember, were in their hearts as they remembered their past four years at Divine Child High. By: C. Romeo Hats off to the graduating class of 1987! The guys posed together one more time in their homerooms, right before going over to church Photo by: Craines Graduation 29 30 In the World 1 1{ t L'aA C 1 World Events Initiate Us May we explain the world around us. As we grow older and move into the world we become more and more concerned, involved in all that goes on. Countries that were once heard of only in history class we now hear about through newspaper headlines, magazines and television media. We start to see how events affect us. We learn to take stands on ideas or causes, which leqd us to wanting to understand more about what happens around us. Learning about the world is part of growing up. Sometimes, it comes early; for others, it can take much longer. Each person develops his her own awareness of world events. I don't really think that world events really affect us now, because we don't realize how much they will affect our futures. We're much more involved in our own little worlds to really pay attention to other things, commented senior Michelle Bartnicki. This idea is common to many people in high school because, since they are still in the high school environment, they don't look too far into the future. Others who have already made plans for college and careers worry when they see something that could affect their plans. World events do affect the way think and my opinions. Also, certain world events, such as terrorism, worry me because they might lead to a war and later I may be drafted to fight in that war, stated junior Matthew Wisniewski. What happens in the world while we're in high school will have a definite effect on us when we leave. When we graduate, we become part of what we call the world. □ by: K DiNatate Standing in all her glory for her 100th birthday is A British royal wedding with all the trimmings is an hlote the family picture of the most-watched family the Statue of Liberty This past summer saw the attraction for everyone Prince Andrew married in America The Cosby Show has become one of complete restoration of the statue, which was Sarah Ferguson, to be the third royal sibling to the most popular family shows in the past year grand-opened on the 4th of luly. marry. Photos by: Rock Music Photo Service think we should listen to Sylvester Stalone, after all, he has the gun. The man who talks funny has performed, directed, and written films. His latest How Will I Know! sings Whitney Houston. She was Over the Top, while others include Rocky and made a stab at the top of the charts in 1986-87. Rambo This top rocker is originally from Detroit. News Makes Scene Locally... moussed and gelled looks were in, along with banana combs in the girls' hair. The cold winter days had the girls wearing long, stylish sweaters. Most avoided jug by hiding the length from the hall moni- tors. The spring brought back the Jams and the jean jackets on the cool nights. The Screens... On the big and little screens many people shone, from Bruce Willis to Cybil Sheppard to Tom Cruise to Michael J. Fox to Freddie Kruger to Jason. These people made the movies and T.V. shows hits in the 1986-87 school year. Platoon was a top-grossing film, along with Top Cun, Crocodile Dundee, Stand By Me, and Mannequin. I haven't seen too many movies that really move me like Platoon. It gave me a better under- standing of a terrible war, expressed ju- nior John Baluci as he left the theatre. On the tube. Bill Cosby made his show work through humor, along with Michael J. Fox on Family Ties. For a while, every- one wondered if David and Maddie would get together and after weeks of excuses, the two hit it off. Senior Dina Marchetti said, I was getting fed up watching re-runs and hearing excuses for them but I'm glad David and Maddie got together. It was bound to happen. Walt Disney returned and is doing well on Sundays. An alien also had its own show, Alf, along with a guy who could make something from nothing on MacGyver. □ ________________________ by K. Stoops 32 World Events In September, 1986, the school year began. The world did not stop simply because its teenagers were in school. The students helped out many trends and even started some. These fads in- cluded trends in music, trends in fashion, and trends in movies and T. V. Teenagers brought these trends to school with them. Music... In the fall, the students brought walkmen to school to listen to groups like Yaz, U2, Bon jovi, and also to groups that have brought a new sound to the airwaves: the Beastie Boys and Run DMC. Other more Top 40 hits like the Top Cun soundtrack gave the stu- dents something to listen to. Senior Julie Mardeusz summed up her taste in music by saying, In my spare time, I enjoy lis- tening to a variety of music, from hard rock even down to a more relaxed Pil- low Talk at night. Fashion... The uniform may be a hindrance to fashon at D C., but the students still manage to express themselves. On jean days students wore ripped jeans, with rolled-up cuffs and stretch pants. The students also tried to wear something Mr. Smetek and the faculty called long underwear. The hair code was still in effect this year with a conservative style for the girls and an-above-the-collar, conservative style for the boys. The � N V During the school year. The Monkeys made an attempt at a comeback The new group suffered right from the start, with a dispute over the rights of the group 's name Crossing over six million dollars, Beverly Hills Cop II confirmed that Eddie Murphy is a continually-rising star. Murphy plans to take a short break but promises to return. 'Photos by Rock Music Photo Service World Events 33 Favorite family sit-com. Cheers has kept high ratings for about five years. The show used insult- ing humor to get its point across. With the grin of determination and that look in the eyes, Tom Cruise became a heart-throb. He per- formed in the hits Top Cun and The Color of Money. Secret of My Success. Light of Day, and Family Ties-Michael Fox is taking a break from his success. Fox’s films kept him busy throughout the year. ‘Photos by Rock Music Photo Service 34 World Events Don Johnson and Phillip Michael Thomas, alias Son- Packed with slapstick humor and rumors of per- ny Crocket and Ricardo Tubbs, brought the Florida sonal conflicts. Moonlighting ran re-runs in hopes dress to the rest of the country Miami Vice will of keeping viewers while trying to patch things up enter its fourth season in 1987. between Bruce and Cybil. Nationally... Internationally Reagan... Overseas... A way from home, many affairs oc- curred. Mr. President, Ronald Reagan, was in and out of the hospital a few times. Reagan also talked with a new Russian leader, Gorbachev about the arms problem in Reykjavik and in Gene- va. Ronald Reagan also made a critical mistake in his career. When the Iranian Arms Scandal broke, it opened up the president to much criticism. Senior Tony Shinkonis thought, Reagan really messed up this time and I don't think many people will trust him anymore. Domestic... Closer to home, the speed limit may be raised to 65-miles-an-hour on the ru- ral highways, if the legislature can put something together. In 1987, the state of Michigan celebrated its sesquicentennial (150 year old birthday,) while the piece of paper which made it all possible, the Constitution, turned 200. In Dearborn, the controversial parks ordinance was repealed and in Ann Arbor, the black minority beat the white majority in a racism battle at the University of Michi- gan. In Detroit, youngsters will have to be in earlier or break the new curfew laws passed by Mayor Young and the Detroit City Council. In South Africa, the blacks protested Apartheide. The United States became involved to relieve the tension between the black majority and the ruling white minority. Over in Vatican City, the Pope was scheduled to issue a document on contraception and conception. In 1987, the Polish John Paul II was the first pope to ever visit Poland during his lifetime. Elsewhere... And everywhere else, the AIDS epi- demic was spreading. It had grown out of control and was predicted to escalate even further. In 1987, a group of French doctors experimented with an AIDS vaccine on themselves and only time will tell if it will work. It seemed that there would soon be a successful vaccine to end this catastrophic nightmare □ by K. Stoops World Events 35 Dressed up for the occasion are seniors Tom A Red Wing shirt was the dress of the day for Camty and Pat Kosowski The event was a field Coach Wrshart on Miracle on Ice' day Edmonton tnp to court for Government class Photo by L went on to wtn the senes m 5 Photo by: L. Butler Butler What's In... What To Wear... It's not easy to find something to do on a Saturday night, but as just about everyone would agree, it's impossible to find something to wear We've seen so many fads come and go in the last year Everything from stretch pants and ba- nana dips for girls to colored Converse high tops for guys. Following the fads can be very important to some people, as they go out and buy the latest thing. Then there are others who dress for comfort rather than fashion: 7 like to feeI comfortable rather than follow a certain fashion, said sophomore Chris Filiatraut, my favorite is sweats! For warm weather, the look was Bermuda shorts or Jams, t-shirts, and K- Swiss or Reebok tennis shoes For the spring and fall fashions, you'd see baggy pants or Guess jeans (rolled up, of course), and an oversized blouse or sweatshirt. When the winter months rolled around, a ski sweater and jacket served to be appropriate Short hair was the in-thing again this year, especially brush cuts for the foot- ball team, but, most importantly, the natural look. 7 like something easy to work with, but also looks good. said senior Mary Lou McCuen. For girls you might have seen an occasional ponytail, accompanied by a hair bow or banana dip, while the guys used a dab of gel to hold their hair in place For the beach bum. a little squirt of Sun-in could add the highlights to make your look com- plete. Some of the famous name brands for the year were Coca Cola. Guess, Gucci, Liz Claiborne, Reebok, Benetton, Fila, Izod, and Polo There were so many things to do around here, deciding was the hard part. In the summer. Pine Knob had many concerts, anything ranging from Barry Mani ow to Kenny Rogers to the Cure. Again this year Detroit awaited the return of the Beach Boys in concert. On April 30, 1987, U2 made an appear- ance at the Pontiac Silverdome, leading many fans to Musicland to buy their new LP, The Joshua Tree Also, Bon Jovi came to Cobo Hall in March '87 and again in May. Their popularity is definitely increasing Students showed their dedication to such world-reknown groups such as the Beastie Boys, Metallica, Gief.s, and Tina Turner, on April 4, 1987, during the air band contest to raise money for the Make A Wish foundation Besides the music topic, there were many other possibilities for entertainment in the Detroit area. The price of the movies was, surprisingly, going down. The Fairlane 1 and 2 on the comer of Telegraph and Ford Road showed mov- ies for $1, all seats and times. And, so did the Mai Kai on Plymouth Rd Definitely one of the most popular mov- ies of the year was Top Gun starring Tom Cruise Also, Platoon went to the continued 36 Fads and Fashion Surprise A polyester, one-pleat shirt, oxford blouse and a sweater is the look for senior Shari Bosman from 8.00 to 2:30 at DC Each class was distinguished by color Photo by Vachow Falcon sweaters were the main look for the 1986 varsity football team, as shown on Senior sweater day by Scott Cray It is a tradition at D C that seniors are allowed to wear other sweater apparel on Fridays. Photo by L Butler Short hair is in As displayed by seniors Ellen Wiland and Matt Dimtroff during a typical school day Hair must be conservative and neat, said the D C dress code Photo by G Schaefer Fads and Fashion 37 Listening to U2 is appropriate for a trip to Ireland, as shown by seniors Trisha Aitkens and Kris Wells The Walkman provided good entertainment on such a long flight. Photo by: L. Butler Lots of hair is senior Lisa Ryber's claim to fame After graduation, Lisa attended Michigan State Uni- versity. Photo by: L Butler Showing off a bit of his Florida tan from Spring Break is senior Dave Ogarek. Senior Brunch was sponsored by the Freshmen and Sophomores. Photo by: L. Butler 38 Entertainment Ralph Lauren is probably senior Tricia Worratt's fa- vorite shop, as she poses on Spring Break Tricia, along with 37 others, went to London dunng Eas- ter Photo by: L Butler Getting together with a group of friends can be fun, as we see seniors loni Miller, Jo Anne Gladd, Karen Jasukaitas, and Monica Michalski. Seniors were allowed to wear sweatshirts to support their favorite university. Photo by: D. Zaremba And... Wear To Go... heart of many people. A story about Vietnam, it was said to be the only movie that comes close to the realism of the Vietnam War. When I'm not working I like to go out with friends; said senior Michelle Simms.. Just about everyone would agree with that statement. Not all enter- tainment costs money, a picnic can make for a great day. Pack a picnic lunch, get together with a few friends, grab a frisbee, and make your way to Camp Dearborn or Levagood. Kensington Park has row boats you can rent for the afternoon. If it's a quick bite to eat that you are looking for try. Taco Bell, McDonald's, A W, Burger King, or Little Ceasars. These are just a few of Divine Child stu- dents favorite hang-outs. But, if you want something a little more formal you may want to pay a visit to Chi Chi's, Mike Kelly's, Fairlane Charlie's, or Moun- tain Jack's. There is so much to do around here, so much to see, the possibilities are endless. Anything from the Movies at Fairlane to shopping at the Renaissance Center. It just takes a creative mind and a willingness to try new things. Just re- member that famous quote; It's not what you are doing, but who you are with that counts □ By:L. Butler Entertainment 39 40 Academics In fourth hour Graphics, seniors Cinny Reed and lennifer Wimsatt put their learning to hand Miss Madry taught students basic printing techniques as applied to art. Photo by: C Lougheed While sophomore lamie Voipe takes time out for a smile, sophomore Marcy Holtz types her day's work. Through Personal Typing students can gain basic knowledge useful in school work and fobs. Photo by: C. Lougheed Watch as senior Dave Cuerriero transforms his slab of clay into a bowl. Ceramics class can be taken as a fine arts requirement Photo by: M. Comiff rjcM bzccl Academics Stress Excellence Through its existence, Divine Child has offered countless benefits to its students. From spiritual growth to intellectual growth, the wide range of academic advantages help prepare D C. students for success. Divine Child has always been in step with excellence, preparing students not only for college but also for life. The student is given life-long principles to live by and apply to anything he or she wishes to accomplish. Whether it be food or auto class, the student learns more than the bare essentials. In all, one hundred and fifty-one different courses are offered, from beginner classes such as Basic Programming I, to more advanced honors courses such as Honors Art History. The school also offers counseling for students with any sort of difficulties, from grades to family problems. 'Divine Child really puts across a warm feeling. People really seem to care about each other here, stated sophomore Chris Kovacs. Divine Child calls itself a college prep school and indeed it is. Students can always be found complaining about the work that goes into keeping good grades, but those feelings are accompanied by a sense of accomplishment. With A.C.T. and S.A. T. scores being significantly higher than the national average, students realize that they have the ability to succeed in a professioni life. I know that however hard it may seem, my education at D C. has prepared me for the coming years of my life. All the hard work really pays off, stated senior Greg Marquardt. As we can all see. Divine Child has made quite a name for itself. Being just a dot on the map, we've become known for our academic excellence all over the country. To explain Divine Child is to tell a dream, a dream of triumph and a dream of being one step ahead. □ By: K. Marsh Changing Scenery In the mundane 180 days of each school year, small deviations from the well-worn path often create an atmosphere which can open a student's creativity. One variation on the familiar aca- demic scenerio is to hold class outside of the class- room. Many courses are tak- ing on this challenge and had favorable results. One of the most popular class location alternatives is the auditorium. With a seating capacity of 650, it can handle even the largest class- es. Acting class seems at home in the theatrical atmosphere. The acoustics al- low students to practice the necessary voice control and projection techniques. A more academic course, Hon- ors Art History, enjoyed the more comfortable atmosphere and larger screen, as students often viewed slide presentations on various artworks. The auditorium put more interest into learning. said senior and art history student, Cassidy Koch. It provided a unique experience. Theatre Management also helped stu- dents become involved in preparing a play production. The auditorium provided es- sential tools for the classes. The chapel has a peaceful, serene atmosphere, contrary to the hustle and bustle ot many of the classrooms. Such a place seems perfect for the Prayer Class. Here, minds can relax without squeaky desks or noisy hallways to disturb them. It allows a quiet time for reflection and meditation on ideas far superior to Trigonometry or Biology. Enviromental Science stu- dents spent part of some classes outside, observing the true environment. The time provides a more practical ap- proach to the work, stated senior Pamela Klein. This new technique permitted students to view the great outdoors as it really is. Study halls seemed to be anywhere: sometimes in class- rooms, but more often in the cafeteria, APR, or the library. Learning to concentrate may be a little harder in this type of a place, but it challenges students to use the diversity of their surroundings to an advantage. Whether it was using the resources of the library to research a paper or the tables in the cafeteria to show ones ideas on a larger scale, they all take initiative. Today's teacher has many alternatives to the usual lecture and 10-problem homework assignment. They include using computers or using filmstrips or slides to better visualize a subject. Another option is a change of scenery. Those classes who took the challenge, broadened the horizon and opened students' minds so that both the students and the teachers might find enrichment in the classes. It just takes a little imagination- on both sides. □ By: L. Twehues I he bandroom is specially built to al- low the best acoustics Not only the band, but also the choral and swing choir classes practiced here Photo by: K. DiNatale 42 Classrooms Transformed into their characters, seniors Monique Beaudoin and Lisa Abdallah run through a scene in Act- ing I. Their believability pulled the au- dience from the mundane school day to a magical, mystical, faraway place Photo by: L. Twehues Croup studmg is often encountered during a study hall. Seniors Kristen DiFranco and Leslie Crist took full ad- vantage of this opportunity. Photo by: K Wells The cafeteria is the perfect place for senior Christine Romeo to catch up on some reading. The study halls were held in all sorts of non-dass- rooms including the cafetena, APR and the science resource center Photo by: K. Wells Sasic dramatic skills are taught in Act- ing I. The auditorium environment helped to enhance the learning. Photo by: L. Twehues. Classrooms 43 For Today's Assignment... All right class, for today's assignment, read chapter 26, outline it, answer all the ques- tions and do all the vocabulary. Sound familiar? This is every student's night- mare: assignments. Sure, they are given to us to help us learn and prat ice our knowl- edge, but they certainly can get boring and routine. Some teachers, though, try to change things a bit and give assignments that are fun, yet still teach a lesson. English and dramatics teacher, Mrs. Pritchard, likes take her stu- dents on field trips and have class discussions. She said, There's no good in learning theory unless it's put into practice, whether it be watching a play or doing a skit. Other teachers have in-the- class activities. In Christian Lifestyles, the students go through the egg experiment. Students are paired off into couples, and are divorced or widowed,depending upon how many students are in the class. Each couple is given an egg, representing their child. The students are expected to take care of their egg-child; they have to name it and keep it in constant care. At the end of the week, the stu- dents write a report about their experience of being parents. Senior Sheila Strakovits said, I never real- ized how much responsibility there was involved in caring for something for such a long period of time. Senior Dave Rymas also commented, The experiment gave me the knowledge and insight into the responsibilities and diffi- culties in raising an egg—I mean a child! As in most science classes, experiments play a big part in the learning process. In all the science courses offered, the students participate in activit- ies which explain the theories they are studying. Mr Birchmeier said, The best form of learning is by doing; the worst way is just by lis- tening. Trial and error make all the difference in the world. junior Kathy Waldchen added, Doing these experiments gets away from the normal routine; it gives a chance to do some- thing different. When asking students which assignments they pre- fer, the responses were similar. Senior Tricia Konchal stated, I'd rather do an assignment which involves my own creativity and input, as compared to doing defini- tions, where I can just copy them down and not learn a thing. Junior Kristyn Wadowski agreed, I get more out of class discussions or projects than book work. It's easier to learn and re- member facts when they are presented through your own peers or your own ideas. □ C Romeo A look of concentration is seen on Stacey Bourtier's face. Stacey was showing off her acting talents in her dramatics class. Photo by C Romeo I Assignments A look of intensity appears on Gordie Husted's face as he puts the finishing touches on one of his art works. The Art class offered a chance for students to display their individual creativity. Photo by M. Coniff Pets in school? Not really, seniors Dave Guerriero and Bob Swider dis- played the cats they are about to dissect in Anatomy class. Photo by: K. DiNatale Has the Easter Bunny arrived? No, it's unior Kelly Kley receiving her egg- chUd from Mrs Knuth The students were participating in the egg experiment Photo by C Romeo As messy as pottery may be, senior Chris Neresian doesn 't seem to mind The smile on her face showed all. as she works on her pottery creation Photo by L Butler Assignments 45 Can We Talk? Discussion group classes are mainly junior and senior oriented. They occur in the Religion, English, and Social Sciences Departments. They encourage the students to discuss their views on controversial topics. The Religion Department has four major discussion classes: Morality, Christian Lifestyles, Philosophy of Life, and Peace and Social Justice. Morality, which is taught by Mrs. Stuckey, delves into sub- jects such as abortion, euthanasia, and human dignity. Students get to voice their opinions on these and other topics during class dis- cussions that sometimes last more than one day. Senior Chuck Lougheed commented, The discussion - type atmosphere really added to the class; I enjoyed it thoroughly. An English class that incor- porates much time for discussion is Literature of the Future, headed by Mrs. Bar- on-Klask. It deals with science fiction novels and short stories, such as Ray Bradbury's The Illustrated Man. Senior Rosemary Scerpella stated, Lit. of the Future is a great class if you like literature. Even if you don't, it might help you to appreciate it more. The only class from the So- cial Sciences Department is U.S. Contemporary Affairs, taught by either Mr. Lesnau or Mr. Monea. It focuses on important world and domestic events. It keeps you aware of what's going on outside of school, because who has the time to remain informed constantly? asked senior Ja- nice Cana van. The class uses current issues of Newsweek as a text. Even though a student may only take one or two of these discussion-oriented classes, they are invaluable. They encourage the stimula- tion of thought-provoking ideas. They also require stu- dents to communicate those thoughts to each other, thus utilizing skills not always found in a lecture-style class- room situation. □ by: C. Schaefer Mrs. Stuckey relates an idea to the lunior Marla Decina contemplates class. She used the board often but someone's views during a group note taking was minimal. discussion. The tests in Morality were Photo by: C. Schaefer mostly essays. Photo by: C. Schaefer 46 Discussion Croups tumors Marc Gorski, Mike Sandel, Bill Gaggos, and senior John Martichuski listen intently to Mrs. Stuckey. Moral- ity class involved much discussion. Photo by: Vachow Students rush to keep up with Mrs. Knuth during one of her lecture ses- sions. Christian Lifestyles required a lot of note taking. Photo by: Vachow Senior Tom Ozog reads a pamphlet in Christian lifestyles. The class had many types of this helpful literature. Photo by: Vachow Senior Julie Mardeusz and unior Kelly Sellar find something to do with a lit- tle free time as Mrs. Knuth returns a critique to Beth Jary. Students were assigned topics relevant to the present. Photo by: Vachow Discussion Croups 47 48 Faith Boy! Is it sunny in here! Junior Cathy Waskiewicz was more than glad to wear her shades during Spirit Week Photo by:T. Cruchala At the Junior Ring Day Mass, Juniors Monique Ellison, Maureen Emerson, Carrie Sorano, Kathy Randinitis and Kathy Kummert anxiously await the blessing of rings. Upon receiving them, the Juniors became true Upperclassmen Photo by.T. Cruchala Mr. La rose talks with Junior Sue Nolte about the Thanksgiving Food drive. All food collected was given to needy families around the Detroit Area Photo by.K. DiNatale Preparation for any Dance always takes a lot of energy. Here, Juniors BeckyBokye and Danielle Gee worked together on an interesting decration. Photo by C Romeo Discovering our Faith Faith. Here at Divine Child this can take on many forms. It could mean the faith held in God and the Church, or stemming from that, it could be the faith we have in our- selves, eachother, the faculty, the school, and the world. Through Religion classes, students learn and strengthen their beliefs inGod and the Church. Religion classes help us to develop a stronger be- lief and understanding of God, commented junior Jan Badalow, and how the teach- ers present the material can help or hinder our perception of God. The knowledge and training of the Religious Edu- cation Staff provides students with a wide range of views and concepts about Religion. Among classes offered are Old Testament, New Testa- ment, Church History, Catholi- cism, Morality, Christian Lifestyles, World Religions, and Religion and Philosophy. In Christian Lifestyles, each student draws the name of In Christian Lifestyles Mrs. Knuth passes out eggs to senior Cathy Sarb and junior Dave Wadowski. The eggsperiment” taught the students to appreciate parenthood. Photo by.L. Twehues another student to whom he she will be married . The couple is then given an egg which they are to treat as their child. I think that do- ing Mrs. Knuth's eggsperiment was really a learning experience, stated junior Amy Hart, because now know how much time and responsibility it takes when you have a child in your care. The various other religion classes basically teach the stu- dents to understand their faith, develop it, and act it out in every day life. The de- gree of the classes gets more complicated as the grade lev- el goes up. Enhancing religious faith however, is the faith in friends, school, and the world. Inside D.C. is the ever- growing pride in the excell- ence of our sports teams, our academic achievers, and our religious prominence. ’To really be a part of your school, stated senior Chris Romeo, you have to really want to be there, and it is necessary to put your all into making our school the best it can be! {2 by: T. Gruchala Faith 49 Handled With Care Measurements, balances, graphs, accuracy.. All add up to one thlng-a big headache! For most this may be true, but actually it all means ex- periments, which take form in various science classes. A student at D.C. gets his her first taste of experi- ments in I.P.S. These range from simple things such as re- moving water from food, to the dreaded sludge. During this first year science course, students learn to use simple methods of experimentation which will be used in future classes. Experiments are kind fun , because they help to learn the material in a differ- ent manner, and it's a break from regular class work, stated freshman Kathy Denton. Sophomore year, students move on to Biology. In this class the use of microscopes is introduced. These are then used throughout the entire year for such experiments as examining microscopic protozoans or even the cells of humans and or plants. Other experiments performed in Biology are the disection of worms and frogs. These types of experiments require real hands on participation. When reaching the upperclassmen years, experimenting science classes expand, uniors move on to Chemistry or possibly even Environmental Science. Chemistry is a really chal- lenging class, stated junior Monique Ellison, the labs (ex- periments) are hard, but the experience from I.P.S. helps. Environmental Science deals with such things as testing air and or water polution. The most advanced science class in which experiments are done, is Physics. Mr. Birchmier teaches this class, and makes it as enjoyable as possible. The experiments are more difficult, and require much more brain power. Stu- dents are required to make a catapult, and to have fun watching ping-pong balls fly! Another class that requires only one experiment, is Chris- tian Lifestyles. This eggsperiment deals with teaching students the respon- sibilities of takig care of a child. Each student receives an egg which they are to care for for and entire week. An experiment which indeed must be handled with care!” □ by; T. Cruchala Intent on finding the proper utensils, unior Diane Blaire makes a careful selection. The outcome of her choice was determined by the lab grade. Photo by: M. Conniff 50 Experiments In Chemistry class, junior Tom Rossi seeks help from Mrs. Harvey The extra advice is always welcomed dur- ing difficult labs. Photo by: M. Conniff Could Chemistry really be funt This group of junior girls certainly seem to think so, as they share a few smiles over one of their many labs. Photo by: M. Conniff In IPS, freshmen learn the art of ex- perimentation from Mr. Goepp The hands-on experience was advanta- geous for later experiments. Photo by: T. Gruchala Carefully taking a measurement are freshmen Mark Pappas and Mike Olivero. The importance of proper calculations determine the outcome of any experiment. Photo by: T. Gruchala Experiments 5 7 In Peace and Social Justice class, seniors Kimberly Malec and Cathleen Peitz compare notes. The students were re- quired to attend meetings and then to report on them. Photo by: K DiNatale Research is the backbone of the report. Seniors Christiane Hamilton and Cina Monteleone use the library to work on a paper :or Applied Communications Photo by: K. DiNatale Lor Western History, students are re- quired to complete two reports. One is an oral report to be presented to the class. For the other, students were to read a biography of a famous person and then answer questions about the times in which the individual lived. Photo by: C. Romeo Typing class gives students hands on ex- perience with a machine they will get to know well. Juniors Amy Hart and Leigh Rusinowski learned the skills necessary to master the equipment. Photo by: K. DiNatale 52 Reports Students in Mr Larose's Religions in America class listen intently to his instructions. This course surveyed various religions to give the pupils a better un- derstanding of other theologies. Photo by: K DiNatale. Study hall means a moment to catch up on work for senior Leslie Crist. Perhaps the most time-consuming form of home- work assigned was the report. Photo by: C. Romeo Reporting from Divine Child... It's 3 AM. The only sound that pierces the silence is the steady tap-tap-tapping of the keys on a typewriter. A hunched figure blearily attempts to read the scratches on the stack of 3x5 cards. Suddenly, it errupts with a groan--! thought received was spelled 'recieved7 Oh, why didn't I pay more at- tention in typing class!! Does this scene sound familiar? Most high school students have exper- ienced a similar nightmare. The dreaded REPORT. What with so many courses requiring at least one, often students find themselves backed into a cor- ner, and so they pull an all- nighter. This year, reports were re- quired in Physics, Anatomy and Physiology, English Literature and Philosophy of Life. Other classes with reports include American Literature, American History and U.S. Contemporary Problems. World History, Biology, Art History and Speech also required one. In English Survey, students are taught the basics of writing a paper, a skill with which they will have ample practice in the future. One of the most dreaded reports is the Science Fair Project. An experiment must be devised, executed and reported. It is then displayed at competition. For the U.S. Contemporary Problems students are assigned a country on which they must be- come experts. They must also make contact with the country. For high school students, one of the most strenuous assign- ments is THE REPORT. This experience prepares them for college and also helps them learn trivia that is necessary to survive in the modern world, such as the population density of Papua New Guinea. □ by: L. Twehues Reports 53 English Classes Open Up Doors Through its lifetime, Divine Child has been known to of- fer countless benefits to its students. In D.C.'s realm of departments exists a subsidiary grouping of English classes. Having always been in step with excellence, a wide range of classes are offered to help students prepare for academic success in English. English classes prepare stu- dents not only for college, but also for life. The variety being offered holds many life- long principles which can ap- ply to anything a student wishes to accomplish: from English Survey, a freshman class which teaches students basic literature and composi- tion: to Shakespeare, a class offered to upperclassmen, the purpose of which is to give students a dearer understand- ing of the works of master playwright, William Shakespeare. There are journalism classes which introduce students to the school newspaper and yearbook, while there is also a required Speech class which teaches students the proper techniques of writing and giv- ing a variety of types of speeches. The English depart- ment offers a variety of class- es includng: Adventures in Reading, Twentieth-Century Authors, Creative Writing, and Applied Creativity. Divine Child has labelled it- self as a college preparatory school. That, it truely is. The English department offers a vast array of dasses-there is definitely something for ev- eryone-an opportunity for added success. Q By: K Marsh Ready to begin yet another interest- ing English Survey dass is Mrs. Brisky. During the year, the dass covered basic literature and composition styles. Photo by K. DiNatale 54 English Classes All decked out and nowhere to go? Not in the case of sophomores Heidi Frey and Lynette Ciuzicki who dressed up for a good grade. Photo by C. Lougheed Library time is known as quiet time and is enforced by, none other than, Sr. Annuncia. Students were known to retreat to the library the hour be- fore a big test. Photo by C Lougheed Smile in place, senior Tami Brozek heads for class with the right atti- tude On Their way to computer class, many students toured the cafeteria in search of lounging friends. Photo by C. Lougheed Deep in conversation are freshmen Joe Bitonti and ieff Beuckeleare It was the first day of their high school English class career. Photo by K. DiNatale English Classes 55 Why? Because it just happens that way, says Mr. Birchmeier during his 8th hour Physics class Mr. Birchmeier taught Computer Science and Physics to juniors and seniors. Photo by: K. Stoops Studying a picture carefully before add- ing it to his yearbook layout is senior leff Vachow. This year, there were 18 members on the Yearbook staff under the direction of Mrs. Munro Photo by L. Ryber Students are required to take Morality as a religion class during their junior or sen- ior years. Senior Cathy Mazur, junior Donna Marchetti, and seniors Dan Stechschulte and Bob Swider listen atten- tively. Photo by: K Wells Even Spirit Week can't interfere with sophomore Carolyn Huebl's French homework Carolyn was in her second year of French. Photo by C. Schaefer 56 Skits Presentations Speaking Out duce the fear of performing in front of large audiences. This class, also taught by Mrs. Pritchard and Mrs. Bacus, takes a different approach. Learning lines and doing short impromptu skits show not only the degree of a person's creativity but also help reduce the pressure. Act- ing was not only a fun class, but it helped me to think differently about performing in front of a group of people, said senior Kris Wells. Both Speech and Acting can be a great help in overcoming your fear of public speaking but first you have to be comfortable and confident with yourself. Ev- eryone has the same feeling about speaking. So, the next time you have to speak, and those butterflies are driving you crazy, take a deep breath, count to ten, make your way to the podium, and do your best. That's all anyone could ask for. __________ By: L. Butler How many times have you had to get up and speak in front of a large group of people and you weren't sure what to say or how to act? Just about everyone would be able to re- late to this feeling. Those butter- flies are flying around inside of you and you are scared stiff. Now what do you do? For juniors. Divine Child re- quires a speech class that can help ease the tension of public speaking. Taught by both Mrs. Pritchard and Mrs. Bacus, this class is designed to improve your speaking ability. Covering everything from deminstrations to persuasive speeches, their goal is to help you feel comfort- able with yourself and an audi- ence. Speech class really helped me use that fear I had in a positive way, said senior Lisa Ryber. 7 now have an easier time speaking in front of people. Acting, an elective offered to all students, can also help re- Pressures can become overwhelming during the last weeks of school. Junior Rob Michon and senior Keith Mikonczyk were taking a break Photo by: K Wells Correcting tests for the last part of the semester is Mr. Lesnau during study hall. Mr. Lesnau taught Social Studies to soph- omores, juniors and seniors. He also enjoyed coaching intramural softball. Photo by: L. Butler Skits Presentations 57 58 Clubs Q0'tt+ h0 h’ Taking Time Out What is a Club Rally ? A very intriguing question if you are not a part of it every year. The club rally this year was received with great enthusiasm by all students and faculty who took part. The Club Rally, which is held annually, is a meeting of all students, explaining what clubs are available and of what each consists. Speakers from all clubs explained what to expect for the forth-coming year if a student was involved in that particular club. The rally, as in past years, was followed by two days of club sign-ups. The clubs range from the Pub Club to the Boggle Club. There were 21 clubs available this year. Having continuing success was the Movie Club, which was able to watch'TeaT' movies, not 12- Trying to figure out how to get her skis in the Ski Receiving the Spirit award for the sophomore class Track or Tennis Armors Gregory Hybl and Cla- Tote unor Beth Was hurries Id not freeze s sophomore Chris Hatty. Handing the trophy rence Chui take a Utile change of pace at one of her hands off. This was Beth's second year in- over is student council advisor Mrs. Knuth Photo the tennis ckabs monthly meetings. photo by: volved in the ski club. Photo by: D. Kubicek I Fournier K. DiNalale year-old flicks about the way our parents had to walk to school in 3 feet of snow, uphill both ways! Through group rates members attended local theatres at about half the regular price. The movie dub offers a cheap way to see a movie and be with friends, commented senior Chris Romeo. The Ski Club had a hard time explaining that its first trip was all booked up, when even more students wanted to go. Ski Club officer, senior Ginnie Read, said, This year has the potential to be one of the best yet, in regards to the enrollment in the club. There are clubs to suit everyone's fancy, from the National Honor Society to the Missions Club. If you have some spare time, a dub can certainly keep you occupied.□ By: F. Fournier SiW Students Hit The Slopes Skiing has always been a popular sport among young people, but never so much as in the past few years. From its infancy, the Divine Child Ski Club has offered students a chance to get away to the slopes for a Fri- day night of skiing. Since its start over ten years ago, the Ski Club has nearly doubled in size, boasting over 200 members. Each week the Ski Club has a planned trip to a nearby ski slope such as Alpine Valley or Mt. Holly. The cost per trip is $12 or $16 for those who wish to rent equipment. Ev- ery few years a bus is char- tered and a weekend trip is planned to such resorts as Crystal Mountain. It's always a lot of fun to go skiing with the club, especially since you can be with all your friends. You don't have to drive or find a ride, and you get a dis- count on lift tickets, stated Senior Pat Scheff. No club lasts long ithout organization and no one is to be given more credit than the Ski Club moderators, Mrs. Murphy and Mrs. Baron-Klask. Every week,all the club's re- sponsibilities such as collecting money, buying lift tickets, or- dering the buses, and making up attendance lists, lie in the hands of moderators. □ By: C. Lougheed Cool slopes await juniors Rob Michon and Tom Toth as they relax between runs. Photo by: C. Lougheed Match Point One club that never goes unmentioned is the Divine Child Tennis Club. The Tennis Club offers students a chance to get together once a month and play a world wide sport that involves skill, endurance, and cunning. Although its popularity at first wasn't widespread, it soon became a talked about and popular extra-curricular activity at Di- vine Child. Under moderator Mrs. Debora Cates, the Tennis Club meets once a month at the Dearborn Racquet and ‘ealth Club. The cost to play 5 $7.50, including free lessons taught by tennis pros, and two hours of court time. As Junior Jim Marusak stated, Tennis is a fun sport, espe- cially since you really get to let out all your frustrations on the court. You also get to meet other people who are intrested in tennis. Of all the sports offered at Divine Child, the Tennis Club creates a relaxed alternative to varsity sports. As modera- tor Mrs. Debora Gates add- ed, Everyone seems to really enjoy themselves each time we play and I think we build a good relationship between the students. □ by: C. Lougheed Tennis Club members horse around between matches, as demonstrated by juniors Clarence Chui, Mike Partee, Greg Hybl, and Jim Marusak. Students were offered free lessons by professionals. Photo by D Gates Behind The Behind Scenes Have you ever walked through school and had a particular poster catch your eye? You walk up to it and find that it is an advertisement for an upcomming play. It seems in- teresting so you decide to go- The drama department Di- vine Child has to be given a lot of credit for its work, but before we applaud', let's look at a few special people who bring those applauding audi- ences to their feet. Those special people are involved in Another play awaits the Pub Club as junior Suzanne Nolle takes some time out. Photo by: D. Kubicek the Divine Child Publicity Club. The 86-87 Pub Club' members include: Heidi Fre as chairperson, Am Boudreau, Kathy Denton, Jen- nifer Funk, Jeanne Micallef, Suzanne Nolte, Rache Schneider, Ann Toth, Margie Tucker, Becki Turner, Lisa Vog er, Karen Wood and Ms. Cindy Madry as club modera- tor. As junior Suzanne Nolte stated, It takes a lot of hard work and time, especially try- ing to get everything togeth- er, but it really turns out to be a lot of fun. □ By: C. Lougheed Far Off Lands At Home Have you ever dreamt of far-off lands, people, and places? If so, you're not alone. In fact, in just this year alone over 350,000 people from the U.S. have already lived out that dream. You might not have been one of the lucky 350,000, but don't throw in the towel yet, be- cause opportunity lies just outside your door. Among the many clubs ac- tive at Divine Child, the Ger- man Club offers students a rare chance to better under- stand one of the largest nationalities in the United States. As Junior Glenn Nenninger stated, Every year brings new places to go and old places to visit. Activities included in the 1986-87 school year were trips to see two German films, Faust and Manner, dinner at The Old German Restaurant in Ann Arbor, and attendance at the German Symphony Concert at Madonna College. As senior Ray Schreiber stated, We have a really great time ex- periencing German night life, especially the German mov- ies. We also seem to learn a little while we're at it. □ By: C. Lougheed German C ub moderator. Miss Kelly, takes a break from her busy activit- ies. The German Club met about once a month to discuss future plans. Photo by: C. Lougheed Clash of the Falcons After school' in the fall a group of about 50 boys meet to play intramural football. The league begins with the draft usually taking place in Ireferee Monea's room-106. Lvfr. Monea, along with Mr. Dawson and Mr. Lesnau loversee these games. When the captains get their teams together they try to figure out which formations would work best. for some it was a one-on- lone, while others used a zone for the defense. On offense, a few teams tried the T formation, while others tried the wishbone I In the spring, the last half of the intramural season starts. Softball runs a bit dif- Iferently than football. The teams aren't drafted; they are picked beforehand and the softball finale is the final IRack um Up rW ro Breaks ? BiI lards has been a favorite pastime for many people for many years. Mr. Lesnau be- gan this club some time ago, land has had a popular fol- lowing ever since. This year the club met at Rack Cue at the corner of joy and links ter. i The members play either Eight Ball or Nine Ball; it is up to the two people playing. The members pay an initial fee and then play each mem- ber once. When the playoffs roll around, the individuals then play each other again until a champion is crowned. Eight ball corner pocket' □ ________________by K Stoops [ At Rack-and-Cue, D C students show off their billiard skills Senior Mario Boccarossa sized up this shot and fin- ished the game, beating senior Gordie Husted. Photo by D. Zaremba game against the teachers. The teachers are the reigning champs and this year they continued their success. The games last seven innings and the count goes to 3 balls or 2 strikes. This year the girls also got into the action, as Mrs. Cullen put together a girls' intramural soccer league. The games last for about 45 minutes and anyone who shows can play. The season lasts for about five or six weeks and they play about ten or twelve games. □ by K. Stoops The ball is hoping senior Mike Ro- meo doesn't swing too hard. Mike missed the ball this time, but next time... Photo by D. Zaremba You You You Drink, Drive, DIE SADD-Students Against Driving Drunk. In its two-year existence at Divine Child, SADD hopes it has saved some lives. SADD's philosophy is not to stop drinking, but rather to stop driving while under the influ- ence. SADD makes available Con- tracts for Life, which are meant to provide an under- standing between the stu- dents and the parents of stu- dents. If the student finds him herself in an awkward situtation, like being a passen- ger in a car with a drunk driver, the student should feel comfortable calling his her parents and asking for a ride. By the same token, if the stu- dent is drunk, he she should also call for a ride and discuss the drunkenness in the morning. The contract also contains a provision for the parents to call the student and ask for a ride, should the parent ever be in an inebriated state. To help promote the ideals of SADD, an assembly was held in which the SADD members put on a skit to show that the Contracts for Life are a serious attempt to stop the unnecessary slaugh- ter of America's youth. □ by K. Stoops In senior Michelle Borchanian's base- ment, SADD members, seniors Julie Mardeusz and Mike Hay, practice a skit to promote Contract for Life. The contracts were passed out in homeroom the next day. Photo by M. Borchanian Dateline International FRANCE, ITALY, GREECE, ENGLAND... The international club visits all of these coun- tries. Well, not exactly...this dub was set up to create in- terest in the foreign countries. Mrs Rivard is the moderator of this club. This year the members ran into some problems. In the past, upper classpeople were part of the club and could do some driving to ethnic restau- rants and to other foreign gatherings, but this year was a bit different. The upper classpeople didn't join and the dub couldn't find drivers to taxi the members around. Therefore, the dub met its demise and ceased to exist. However, Mrs. Rivard hopes to spark more interest and participation next year. □ by K. Stoops Mini-Mag 63 Lights, Camera, Action! The Divine Child Movie I Club is for students who are avid movie-goers. The noderators are Mrs. Dziadosz A and Mrs. Powers, both of I whom take delight ingoing to I the movies. The Movie Club I costs one dollar to join, I which goes for the cost of the membership card. One Thursday a month, A the club goes to a movie, ei- Ather at the Quo Vadis or the 1 Dearborn Theater. It costs I$2.50 per movie and tickets I go on sale the week of the A movie. One has to see four A movies to receive credit for Ithe club. It also allows the in- dividual to attend the annual party in May for pizza and a good baseball game. The favorite movies for the year were: Peggy Sue Cot Married; Crocodile Dundee; and The Colden Child. Junior Becki Turner, president of the club, summed it up: Movie club was an escape. It broke up the monotony of the week. □ by: D. Zaremba tumor Becki Turner, Mrs. Dziadosz, and Mrs. Powers are selling tickets tor the movie Blind Date in room 105. The Movie Club saw a variety of movies at a reasonable price. Photo by: C. Schaefer Speak Your Mind The Divine Child Forensics Club is for dynamic and ener- getic speakers. With two new coaches, Laura Miller and Sal- ly Range, the club is in a transition stage. For most of the year, the members were on their own to prepare for competition. Now, they will be under the direction of ex- perienced speakers and look forward to successful seasons. The Forensics Club is a member of the Detroit Catholic Forensics League. The club had competitions al- most every Saturday starting from February up until and Diamonds are forever as junior Mary Thomas explains. She received a sec- ond place trophy for her informative speech. Photo by: H. Graham. including May 4. All their competitions were away at Catholic schools such as Bish- op Borgess and Aquinas. There are many categories in Forensics in which to par- ticipate. They are: informa- tive, dramatic, extemporane- ous, impromptu, sales, story-telling, oratory, and in- terpretation, which is further subdivided into categories of oral, dramatic, and duo. The 1986-87 Forensics team had a fairly successful year. Senior Michael Hay said, Considering how much time the two new coaches had with us, the team performed well and had a successful year.'U by: D. Zaremba 6 4 Mini-Mag Parlez- Vous Francais? Do you speak French? That is one of the qualifications in order to join the French Club. The French Club is open to all grades, freshmen through seniors. Moderated by Miss Kostyshak, the French Club meets on the last Thursday of every month in room 120. The club's purpose is to experience French culture. The club goes to French res- taurants such as La Cuisine in Toronto. They go to French Readjusting their eyes to the bright sunshine are freshmen lames Ellison and Jason Chapman. The French Club saw the movie Le Bourgeois Centilhomme Photo by: K. DiNatale. plays such as Le Bourgeois! Centilhomme and to French! movies such as Charlie Brown| Coes to Paris. Another activ- ity is parties at members'I houses. But whatever activity! the French Club choosesA they have a good time learn- ing more of the French lan- guage and culture than just in I the classroom, junior Kevin! Flynn commented, The! French Club was alot of fun. [ We enjoyed each others I company and we learned alotl more about the FrenchI culture than we would of during class time. □ by: D. Zaremba I The Mission Club is moderated by Sister Josephenia. Its purpose is to raise money for people who are less fortunate. It does this through the sales of delicious brownies and zesty pizza ev- ery Friday after school. The club also raises money through the raffle of a quilt made by Sister josephenia. The big money raiser is the Sweetheart Dance. A girl in each homeroom is nominated to sell goodies. The girl who sells the most is crowned Sweetheart Queen. This year's queen was senior Sheryl Shevock. Meetings for the Mission Club are on Wednesday after school. The members sign up for cleaning on Fridays. They also make preparations for the dance so that it will be a smooth success. The Mission Club is a club for those who have a big and tender heart for people. Senior Cayle Danielak stated, I have really enjoyed being in the Mission Club. We have a lot of fun, yet we raise money for those who are less fortunate. □ Delicious treats on a Friday afternoon really takes care of eighth hour hun- ger pangs. Juniors Andrea McAllister, Kim Cuibord, and Regina Arcuri helped sell pizza and brownies for the club. Photo by: D. Zaremba Helping Out Mini-Mag 65 “ Workaholics ” Make It Another Great Year Prom, Homecoming Parade and Dance, Sadies, Pep ''allies, Fund Raisers, Newslet- ers. Color and Spirit Days, tc... Who was it that orga- nized and ran these events? You probably didn't realize that it was all done by our very own Student Council. This group of dedicated and I creative leaders has made a science out of being able to uggle their numerous respon- sibilities. Many were involved in sports, clubs, or jobs, as well as constantly maintaining their high academic averages. eceiving almost no recogni- tion for their efforts, officers, in cooperation with their respective advisors, spent endless hours striving to make the 1986-87 school year the st ever. The newly-elected council repared for the rigorous chool year during their sum- er vacation. Some members ‘id this by attending leader- ship camps located around the United States, such as at ake Tahoe, Myrtle Beach, or ven the University of Michi- an-Ann Arbor campus. Over the course of a week at these camps, they made deep and lasting friendships nd developed their inherent eadership skills. Members re- turned with a new sense of ethusiasm and dedication that dded spice to their various ctivities and sparked up spirit and support from the student body. As the school year began, there was no time to ease into the job. The council took care of a whole slew of ac- tivities which they were re- sponsible for in September. These activities included the Frosh Slosh, the Cet Acquainted Dance, the Stu- dent Council Induction Cere- mony and Mass, the Club Rally-which had Mr. Bill Dela- no as the guest speaker, the Fall Sports Pep Rally, and Back to School Night for Parents, not to mention the intense preparation necessary for Homecoming in October. OctoberIf! Homecoming!!! The council scrambled for weeks starting way back with the initial planning of it over the summer. All their work paid off as they turned out the makings of a polished and wonderful time for all. Michael Murray, senior vice- president, commented, It was alot of work, but it sure was a good feeling to see it all get done. Homecoming came and went, and the council moved on. Student congress took care of the Open House, while the council put on the Halloween Dance. Both were a big success. In November, the junior class concentrated on making their Ring Day Prayer Service and Dance a special and memorable experience. The rest of the council went on and prepared for more upcoming activities. As the Christmas Season approached, the student con- gress visited the Dearborn Convalescent Center and brightened the lives of the senior citizens staying there. Meanwhile, the council put on the ever-popular Candy Cane Message Sales and Door Decorating Contest, which was won by Mr. Walters' Homeroom 121. In January, the sophomore class made the Sadies Dance a big success. February rolled around and there was more to be done. All Catholic schools celebrated Catholic Schools Week, U of D High School students had an ex- change day here at Divine Child, Valentine Flower Mes- sages were distributed, and the first-ever Mr. Falcon Beauty Contest was held. In April, the council spon- sored a Dance-A-Thon, pro- ceeds of which went to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Also, the Spring Sports Pep Rally was held, honoring our talented athletic teams. As Graduation neared. Prom was on everyone's mind. The anticipation was tremendous and the council came through again with a night that will be remembered by many for a long time. With only a few more days left for the seniors as students of Divine Child, the council underclassmen gave them a farewell through the Senior Brunch and the Senior Goodbye Kiss Messages. All in all, many agree that it was one of the best years ever. President Linda Baughman summed it all up with these words: The 1986- 87 school year was very successful and rewarding. The students were always there to support any projects that the council took on. It was a great feeling to see the stu- dent body having such a good time- and that's what it's all about!!! □ By: D. Bustamante Busily inputting data on the student council computer is senior social ac- tivities coordinator Christie Hamilton. The Apple Macintosh computer was one of the newer tools used by members to help execute activities efficiently. Photo by: C. Lougheed 1986-1987 Student Council: M. Borchanian, M. Cee, L. Baughman, }. Collon, D. Cee, S. Mulcahy, P. Knuth, Sister Christen, B. lary, D. Vella, B. Boyk, C. Martin, S. Scollard, S. Simonsic, C. Cooper, D Rodriguez, D Wimsatt. M. Murray, Wimsatt, C. Hamilton, N. Mently, L. Fusco, K. Difranco, J. larosz, K Wil- son, . Funk, C. Hatty, H. Frey, M. Throm, M. Murray, C. Cibor, C. Collis. Photo by: M. Hay At the Student Council Inductioni Ceremony are executive board mem- bers Scott Mulcahy, Michellel Borchanian, and MicheUe Cee Dur ngl the candle lighting ceremony newly] elected members made their pledgesl and became official officers. Photol by: D Bustamante When asked how one handles all the pressures and responsibilities of being a student council officer, Linda Baughman can only wonder! Linda was the president of the executive board and in charge of everything the student council did Photo by: C. Lougheed Mini-Mag 67 68 .Mini-Mag Reporting Live From D. C. It has been said that our I greatest defense against I corruption is knowledge, be- cause through knowledge I comes change. There was I once a time when informa- nt ion traveled by word of I mouth, but today, our great- 1 est source of information I travels through our media. Although corruption might I not be in the headlines at Di- I vine Child, the D'Scene has I brought students information I about their school for over 120 years. Such articles range 1 from sports news to I editorials. The D'Scene is designed at I school every month, and is of I no charge to students. The I staff also is to be accredited I for their achievements. The 11986-87 D'scene staff includ- Ied seniors Linda Baughman I and Cayle Danielak, juniors ]Final body copy is reviewed by Mrs. [Linda Shipp. The journalism depart- Iment at Divine Child became I recognized throughout the state. IPhoto by: D. Kubicek Cary Bimberg, Melissa Marroso, Laura Slocum, and Brenda Twehues, and fresh- men Julie Was and Katie Wisniewski. Staff editors in- cluded junior Beth Was as Managing Editor; senior Debbie Stanley as News Edi- tor; sophomore Michele Ryckebusch as Editorial Editor; senior Jackie Fronczak, juniors Patti Taraskiewicz and Kristyn Wadowski, and sophomore Ken Klavon as Feature Editors; seniors Mike Furlong and Pete Lynch as Sports Editors; senior Scott Thomas as Art Editor; senior Dave Kubicek as Pho- tography Editor; and seniors Stacy Bourlier, and junior Beth Was as Advertising Managers. Mrs. Linda Shipp was Adviser for the first semester, and Ms. Cates- Trahey was the second semester adviser. □ By: C. Lougheed The deadline nears as senior Dave Kubicek, juniors Beth Was, and soph- omores Michele Ryckebusch and Ken Klavon work on organizing future layouts. The newspaper staff worked feverishly to meet each deadline. Photo by: P. Lynch Poets Thrive At D.C. Every once in a while a gifted person shows up in the woodwork: someone who seems to put life into a differ- ent perspective, a happy per- spective, or just an unusual perspective. These people sometimes write their feelings down and share them with the world through poems and short stories. For these peo- ple, the Divine Child Curio is one means of communicating those feelings. The Curio is a collection of short stories and poems written by students at Divine Child. Whether freshman or senior, everyone gets a chance to express their liter- ary talents. Published once a year, the book sold this year for $4.00. Of course, any publication Time to pick up the Curio as senior Barb Sroka checks out the 1987 edition. Everyone was welcome to submit thier work for publication. Photo by: C. Lougheed needs a staff to help bringi everything together. The I 1987 Curio staff includedf seniors Charity Marks, Maryl Lou McCuen, and Joni Miller as editors; juniors Nancy Coury, Brenda Twehues, anc senior jim Roggenbeck as lit-1 erary staff; seniors Christ Neresian and Kendal Phillips[ as art editors; junior Nicoli Chervenak as cover designer;| Sheila Giroux as typist, ana Sister Christen Shukwit as adviser. As senior Kendal Phillipsi said, We are very lucky tol have the Curio and be able| to publish our art anc writings. We owe a lot to Sis-1 ter Chris for all her involve-1 ment. We souldn't have| done it with out her. □ By: C. Lougheed I The Curio is the object of interest jsI students scan over its pages The CuT no had been in publication for 7J| years. Photo by: C Lougheed Mini-Mag 69 Although this may look like total cha The Concert Band prepares its next os, these members are professionally instrumental piece. They had an ex- trained Do not attempt this at cellent performance at the Winter home. Photo by: D. Zaremba Concert. Photo by: K. DiNatale Band Marches On 70 Mini-Mag Chorus Sings Out 7 enjoy choral because we learn an interesting variety of songs which makes it fun. After many long practices, the students get a chance to show what they havel learned. They have three ma- jor concerts a year plus several minor ones outside of school. The major ones are the Winter Concert in De- cember, a Swing and jazzl Concert in February, and the I Spring Concert in May. In between these concerts, they also perform locally. Theyl perform at Jacobson's,] Fair lane Town Center, Lordl and Taylor, local churches, and for the Cood Fellows. Choral is an enjoyable ex-1 perience. Every performed discovers his her potential tal- ent under Mrs. Birchler's di- rection. Senior Sheryl Shevock summed up the year's work: Mrs. Birchler found great potential in us. She provided an environment to foster our talent. □ By: D. Zarembal Through the various hours of the day, the voices of the choral classes echo through- out the halls. Under the guid- ance of Mrs. Virginia Birchler, the vocal music director, young performers gain experi- ence through practicing, ju- nior Monique Ellison com- mented, It's a good way for people who want to be performers to get experience. Choral is divided up into four choirs: the Freshman Chorus; the Varsity Chorus; the Concert Chorus; and the Swing Choir. Concert Chorus is for the more advance performers and must be se- lected. Swing Choir is an ex- tracurricular activity which earns a half credit, because practices are held after school. Freshman, Varsity, and Concert Chorus are held dur- ing class time. Although prac- tices are demanding, the stu- dents find it enjoyable, as junior Laura Hutchinson said, The Choral Ensembles gathers to perform a medley of Christmas car- ols. This collaboration has become an annual tradition at Divine ChUd. Photo by: K. DiNatale The Varsity Chorus thrills the audi- ence with its rendition of The Sound of Music. Members per- formed this selection at the Winter Concert. Photo by: K. DiNatale Art Apprentices Hone Their Skills Just about every Monday evening from six to nine, you |were sure to find a small group of dedicated artists, |under the direction of Mr. Foye, honing their delicate ar- Xtistic talents. In the relaxed I out of school environment, some students worked with toil paints, while others I worked with water colors, acrylic paints, ebony pencils, I colored pencils, charcoal, I pastels, ceramics, or even ohotographic film. Junior Joe I Bustamante summarized the Xatmosphere: It was so much 1 easier to paint when you j were out of uniform and I around your friends. You I could get so much done over tthe three short hours when you really got down to business. Once a year, an Art Show was held in the All Purpose Room. Mr. Foye and Ms. Madry selected the best art pieces from all their students and entered them in the competition. Then, they were judged, and ribbons were given for the best pieces. Who knows? Perhaps in a few years, with a little more instruction, one of these stu- dents will become a future Michelangelo. Watch for it! □ by: D. Bustamante Senior Kendal Phillips puts the finish- ing touches on one of her fine art pieces Art Club allowed students to get much accomplished in a relaxed, out-of-uniform environment Photo by: D. Bustamante “Elementary, My Dear Student... ’’ lish, or penmanship. With this added instruction, most of the students were able to keep up with the rest of their peers and make the most out of each class. Sr. Regina Mary remarked, Parents really ap- preciated the tutoring. It was found to be very helpful. □ by: D. Bustamante Science Spelling Math English Back in elementary school, did you ever not understand something when almost ev- eryone else in the entire class did? Perhaps you just gave up and failed because no one else would or could help you. Well, finally, there was someone to help the younger students. Caring high school students, under the direction of Sr. Regina Mary, had unselfishly given their time ev- ery Monday from three to four, to help elementary stu- dents understand basic con- cepts in math, reading, Eng- Tutoring took place for high school students, as well. A volunteering up- per classman from the tutoring club, senior Mario Boccarossa, helped as he aided freshman Andy Hunt Photo by: L. Butler 72 Mint-Mag Science Club Competes Under the direction of Mr. Birchmeier, any group of stu- dents interested in physical science, biology, chemistry, physics, or anatomy, and who wishedto increase their knowledge in one or more of those subjects, formed the science dub. This dub met once every week until No- vember. Some of their activit- ies included field trips to the nature center at the Universi- ty of Michigan-Dearborn, lec- tures, tours of the Henry Ford Community College Campus, and various contests. From the members, certain students were chosen to re- present the school in the Science Olympics. In Febru- ary, the team travelled to the University of Michigan-Dear- born and competed against twenty-eight other local schools in the regional com- petition. In its second year of existence at Divine Child, the team competed like veterans, and finished in third place for the second straight year. Mr. Birchmeier said, 'We were better and they (the competi- tion) were better and we still came in third. In April, the team, having qualified for state competi- tion, went to Macomb Coun- ty Community College and competed against the top three schools from each re- gion. Although they didn't place as one of the top schools, a fun, learning exper- ience was enjoyed by all. □ Telekinesis is the key to any physics competition. Mr. Birchmeier explains as he demonstrates this technique on an ordinary roller car. Mr. Birchmeier successfully led his science team to a third place finish at regional competi- tion Photo by: K. Stoops Math Club Members Calculate E-mc2f Not quite. The Quadratic Formula, distance between two points, inte- grals, derivatives, matrices, story problems? That's the math dub! Once a month, a group of mathematically tal- ented students tested their ability as they competed against other schools in an advanced test distributed by the Michigan Mathematics League. There were six tests taken and, overall, they did quite well. Members enjoyed the chal- lenge as well as the competi- tion between schools. Senior Patrick Bidigare commented, I found it really enjoyable to represent Divine Child in this academic endeavor. □ by: D. Bustamante Sophomore Paul Kar as, freshman Paul Zafarana, and juniors jay DeYonke and joe Celani diligently solve complex math problems. Stu- dents from all grades took an active part in the Math Club, making it a big success. Photo by: C. Schaefer Can We Talk? Did you ever want to talk I to someone about a problem Yyou have or a problem that lexis ts nationally? The I Discussion Group did exactly it hat. As Sister Helen stated, It provided a setting for stu- t dents to actually experience a I new kind of interaction with leach other. Students from all I grade levels came together to I discuss topics of interest that 1 varied from meeting to I meeting. Topics such as I drugs, drinking, or a divorce I in the family were discussed. The Discussion Group met I every other Wednesday from 17:15 to 9:00 in the library or I all-purpose room. IMembership varied from I meeting to meeting because it was open to anyone at anytime. Many members found the dub to be in a relaxed atmosphere that was open to all discussion, from which the students benefitted. Junior Mike Bonanno summed it up. Discussion Group was beneficial to all students in- volved. In addition to helping students find answers to teenage problems, groups also helped students to gain a better insight into who they really are. '□ by: D. Zaremba Members of the Discussion Croup gather in a circle to discuss topics of interest. This group was started three years ago and is quite successful. Photo by: D. Zaremba Receiving A Taste Of Culture Tacos, nachos, and enchiritos are Spanish words that the average American citizen learns at a Mexican restaurant. But students at Di- vine Child, who take Spanish as a language seriously, can learn more and have fun through the Spanish Club. Moderated by Miss Kilcullen, it meets approximately once a month on Thursdays in room 120. The 20 members partici- pate in various activities to experience Spanish culture. They go to restaurants such as Little Mexico. They also plan to hear guest speakers, A member of the Spanish Club, sen- ior Tom Ozog looks over at a pinata being made. The Spanish Club's an- nual tradition was alot of fun and a big success Photo by: T. Gruchala view films, and make pinatas. If not enough members are able to attend the activity, Miss Kilcullen does them dur- ing classtime. They saw the film El Norte, had two guest speakers from Peru, who were cousins of senior Rose- mary Scerpella, and made pinatas at Christmas. The Spanish Club also had T-shirts made up with differ- ent slogans on them such as Smile If You Speak Spanish. Besides learning Spanish, the members also benefitted from meeting people in the club. As senior Carmon Spadifora stated, It's a good way to meet people who are inter- ested in Spanish and have a good time with them while learning it. □ by: D. Zaremba 74 Mini-Mag Clowns Everyone loves a clown, especially one for a good cause. A new dub this year. Clown Ministry, brings some happiness and good cheer to people in hospitals. Moderated by Mrs. Bellaire, the 17 members meet once a month on Thursdays in room in In the fall, the club attend- ed a workshop. They learned how to apply makeup and how to act like clown, which for some members, was an easy task. Junior John Balucci said, 7 had a blast learning at the workshop. It was alot of fun. You can go out and make a fool of yourself and no one knows who you are. The Clown Ministry enter- tained the patients at Oak wood Hospital. Besides juggling and making patients laugh, they also distributed balloons to cheer them up. Members found Clown Minis- try enjoyable and fun. Junior Mike Lentz summed it up, Clowning isn't just away to make others feel better, it also makes you feel better. Everyone loves to laugh and making people laugh makes everyone enjoyable to be around. □ By: D. Zaremba Clowning isn't a job, it's an adven- ture as junior Steve Simoncic dicovers in juggling. Here, he prac- ticed in preparation for a visit to Oakwood Hospital. Photo by: Mrs. Bellaire. Society Takes A Bow The Thespian Society is a nation-wide Honor Society for students involved in theatre. To become a member, one must have been involved in some aspect of stage work such as acting, chorus, pit band, stage crew, costuming, or make-up. A person re- ceives points for each show in which he she participates. The more theatre work a person does, the more points he or she will accumulate. After a certain number, a person receives Honor Thes- ' Howdy ma'am, says Thespian president Jim Roggenbeck to Sheila Strakovits. Here, they performed in the spring musical Oklahoma. Photo by: Craines pian Status. The Divine Child chapter si moderated by Mrs. Bacus and has 30 members. These mem-1 bers are eligible to attend I various national camps overt the summer to perform, [ develop, and refine their skills. Each member also re- ceives a subscription to Dr a-1 matics Magazine, the national I publication for high schoolI theatre. Senior Jim I Roggenbeck summed zed the! group, The Thespian Society! is an excellent society to bet associated with because itl shows you have experience I in theatre and are serious| about it. □ By: D. ZarembaI Send In The y suods jcM SacuJi Catch The Falcon Spirit Through the years, sports at Divine Child have become very important. Our teams have continually had excellent reputations. The Varsity Girls' Basketball team, for example, was this year's State Champs. The football team had an outstanding year, going all the way to the Prep Bowl. Behind these teams, there is a driving force, a support system...the fans. The crowd at a game is one of the motivating factors. As Senior football player Dave Ogarek stated, When the crowd cheers for you, it makes the players feel proud of themselves and the school. Rob Shurmer, who wrestles and plays football agreed with this saying, Fans bring the emotion which Miking a jump-shot is senior Sue Nissen Sue was An-State and AU-Cathokc this year Photo by: J Sullivan tmVi enhances your performance. ” Sometimes, a crowd can put pressure on players. Senior Tricia Worrall, varsity softball player, commented, When your friends and family are watching you, you want to do well and it can put pressure on you. But it helps to know that there are people there to support you. Being a fan makes you just as much of a Falcon as the team you support. It is a bond that unites the student body. Seniors Christie Hamilton, Amy laquinta, and Marcia Crezlik commented on being a Falcon, As fans we are brought closer together; we feel like we are on one big team. □ By: L. Ryber The Varsity Football team charges through the Leading the pack of runners is Sophomore Chris banner at the 1986 Prep Bowl game This year s Hatty. Chris was a member of the cross-country opponent was Brother Rice. Photo by: Craines team his Freshman year. also. Photo by: K. Weis J History In The Making It was definitely not a dull year for this year's varsity girls' basket- ball team. The season started out slow, but ended with a bang! Through the determination and guidance of coach Nancy Sullivan, the girls made their way to the State Championship. The girls lost the season opener to Plymouth Salem and then to Livonia Ladywood by one, to put them in third place. They pulled to- gether and took their winning streak, with a 7-0 record, to Aquinas for the big game that would decide the league champi- onship. With Aquinas being one of D C's biggest rivals, the girls went in, played hard and came out with the win. The fan support was strong. Stu- dents travelled long distances to Oxford and Grand Rapids to cheer their Lady Falcons to victory. Senior Sue Bacigal commented, We couldn't have done it without the support of our friends and family. The fans were great; they really inspired us! The girls practiced long hours, determined not to give up a game. The practices got harder and longer, said Junior Gabrielle Senatore, but it paid off in the end. Winning State was a dream come true. Every team has its share of he- roes, and senior Sue Nissen is one to be counted. Sue became All- City, All-State, and a member of the Dearborn Heights Leader Dream Team . During her senior year Sue racked up her 1000th point, being a varsity player for 3 years. Behind every great team is a coach, the motivating force that propels teams to victory. The force behind D. C. 's winning season would have to be attributed to coach Nancy Sullivan. Coach Sulli- van has been coaching the girls at D C. for three years. Assistant coach Earl Gapa also helps improve the girls' techniques, as the two bring the team together. Beating Okemos High School on December 13, 1986, was not just another victory; it was history in the making at Divine Child. It was the first time Divine Child's girls' varsity basketball team won a state championship. The game went into overtime after a missed foul shot by Okemos. D C. went ahead to win 50-45. Sr. Christen comment- ed: This is a long-awaited champi- onship. After coming so close last year, this one had our name on it! □ By: L. Butler Going up for the shot is senior Sue Bacigal. Sue has been involved in the basketball program at Divine Child since her freshman year!Photo by: C. Lougheed But coach...'', with pregame jitters are Monica Longe, as they discuss the game juniors Gabrielle Senatore, Nancy Coury, plan Photo by: C. Lougheed Sophomore Michelle Krashovetz, and junior 78 Girls' Basketball A look of concentration sweeps over senior Cathy Sroka in a game against Marian at Catholic league playoffs. D C. later lost to Marian 51-47. Photo by: C. Lougheed 45 Salem 61 Playoff Games 57 Lady wood 58 73 Benedictine 19 64 G.R West Catholic 39 67 Gabriel Richard 41 45 Inkster 33 63 Regina 55 69 Marian 56 47 Marian 51 50 Bishop Foley 34 49 Mercy 47 54 Shrine 35 69 Inkster 47 57 Aquinas 42 83 Thurston 36 71 Dominican 13 92 St Alphonsus 31 71 Gabriel Richard 37 61 Bishop Gallagher 43 60 Bishop Foley 28 51 Lady wood 50 79 Shrine 34 60 Oxford 44 47 Aquinas 31 66 Big Rapids 47 70 Dominican 30 1986 State Championship 67 Gabriel Richard 41 50 Okemos 45 1986 State Champs.fleft to right) Sue Monica Longe, Andrea McAllister, Nancy Bacigal, Barb Sroka, Julie Mardeusz, Coury. Michelle Krashovetz, coaches Cathy Sroka, Sue Nissen, Gabrielle Nancy Sullivan and Earl Gappa Photo Senatore, Lori Morelli, Betsy Camardo, by H. Gooree Passing off to a teammate in a game against Gabriel Richard is senior Barb Sroka. The Lady Falcons'' later went on to beat the Pioneers Photo by: C Lougheed Play-off pressures build as coach Nancy Sul- livan directs junior Gabrielle Senatore , sen- ior Sue Nissen, junior Nancy Coury, and senior lulie Mardeusz The team went on to beat Okemos for the State Championship. Photo by: C. Lougheed Ciris' Basketball 79 With eyes on the ball, juniors Dennis Hamil- ton and Chad Cunningham guard their op- ponents. Photo by I Sullivan No scores were available j From row Coach Sieszputowski, Jim OLeary. John FXatraut. John DeYonke Lopez. Back row Chris Harper Bill Kevin Yurkus, Tom Progar. left Suspeck Terski Dennis Hamilton, Chad Tom Ozog. Photo by H Cootee Cunningham. John Seurynck, Dennis Awaiting the ball is junior Dennis O'Leary. Dennis is expected to start on next year's team Photo by Sullivan On the defensive, senior Tom Ozog shows a practiced form as he guards an advancing opponent. Tom was a starting guard against Bishop Borgess Photo by . Sullivan 80 Boys' Basketball Going up for the shot is junior left Suspek. Free throws became a very important part of dose games. Photo by Sullivan Watching the ball during an offensive play, senior Tony Zalolski tries to get open. Tony represented the Falcons in four years of outstanding effort. Photo by Sullivan Roundballers Have Rollercoaster Season The 1987 Boys team rode a wild rollercoaster like season and still looked fine in the end. The team 's season was filled with ups and downs that were only overcome by lots of hard work. The team finished the season with an 8-7 record in the Catholic league. They lost their first league game to U of D in overtime. Two games later,they launched a surprising comeback against Shrine, from being down 12 at the half to just missing victory. This showed the fighting spirit of the Falcons. They soon had their worst loss against Bishop Borgess. After this, they started a new leaf by defeat- ing Deporres in their final non- league game. The team was looking up again when they de- feated Bishop Foley and Gabriel Richard, back-to-back. Unexpected- ly, senior Tom Progar missed the last five league games due to illness. His absence greatly affected the team's offensive attack. The team later showed that they wouldn't give up by defeating Aquinas in a highspirited double- overtime battle. Their next task was Shrine, who won by a long jump shot on the buzzer. The team went on to win their final league games against Bishop Foley and Gabriel Richard. □ by: K. DiNatale Boys' Basketball 81 Golf Team Swings into Recognition The 1986 golf team began its season early in the school year. Coach Creg Smetek, assisted by his co-captains Ric Egnatios and Tom Zakerski, took a group of 12 other team members to several tourna- ments and matches. Seniors includ- ed Ric Egnatios who captured all- league, all-city, aII-Catholic, and all-state titles; Tom Zakerski who captured all-league and all-city ti- tles; Tom Cies ik who captured all- city; Mario Boccarossa, Dan Stechschulte, and Steve Cupchak. Juniors included Dennis O'Leary who captured all-city; Bob Krakowiak, Greg Madaleno and Mike D'Antonio. Sophomores on the team were John Krakowiak, Ed Teer, and Damian Hermann who graded the all-city title. The only freshman on the team was Kevin Schnieders. The majority of matches were held in September and October. Although most of the matches were held in and around the Dear- born area the team did some trav- eling. They traveled south for the Catholic League Championship. It was held in the city of Riverview at Riverview Highlands. Coach Smetek also took a few to State Regional in New Boston at Carlton Glen. The last match of the season. State Finals, was held on October 18, 1986 in Grand Rapids at Saskatoon. The team supported a 9:1 winning record. The best finish was in the Gabriel Richard Scrambles Tournament. Divine Child entered two teams. The first, led by '83 graduate Dan Zakerski along with Ric Egnatios, Tom Zakerski, Tom Cieslik, and Mario Boccarossa and the second led by Coach Smetek included Dennis O'Leary, Dan Stechschulte, Damion Hermann, and Steve Cupchak made this vic- tory possible. D C. placed first and second in the Scrambles Tourna- ment after the two teams tied for first during regular competition. Tom Zakerski summed up the season: It was a pretty successful season but it ended on a down note. The down note was the 9th place finish in State Finals and the loss to rival. Dearborn High. Tom also added, The team had fun. Anything is more fun when you win a By. K. Stoops Which one should I hit? Damion Hermann is contemplating which one will fit into the hole. He based his decision on his two years' experience with D C. golf. Photo by: C. Smetek 82 Golf concentration before chipping the ball. The To get to the green, senior co-captains Ric two led the team to a 9:1 victorious Egnatios and Tom Zakerski use tremendous season Photos by: G. Smetek DC. OPP Competition Place 166 Aquinas 190 G. Richard Scrambles 1st 2nd 162 Shrine 164 Cath. Lge. Champ. 5th 165 B. Foley 168 City Of Dbn. Tour. 2nd 159 C. Central 170 State Regionak 2nd 166 Crosse He 185 State Finals 2nd 152 G. Richard 170 154 U. of D 174 157 Aquinas 173 175 Shrine 168 149 B. Foley 159 145 U. of D. 160 154 G. Richard 166 Back: Ric Egnatios. Steve Cupchak, Den- Front: fohn Krakowiak, Mario nis O'Leary, Mike D'Antonio, Creg Boccarossa. Bob Krakowiak, Tom Cieslik. Madelano, Damion Hermann. Ed Teer. Dan Stechshulte, Tom Zakerski. Greg Kevin Schnieders Smetek Photo by: G. Smetek To keep your head on the ball is the first rule to follow in golf Mario Boccarossa is making sure of this before he takes his back-swing. This was his third season on the team. Photo by: G. Smetek Preparing to drive the ball. Steve Cupchak goes through his mental check-list. With Steve's help the team went to State, Re- gional, and Catholic competions. Photo by: G. Smetek Golf 83 DC OPPONENT 19 Bishop Gallagher 16 6 Bay City 23 25 Bishop Borgess 26 28 Gabriel Richard 0 21 Shrine 0 28 Aquinas 6 28 U of D 0 35 Bishop Foley 0 8 Brother Rice 12 Sr Football Players Front Row: M. Novak. T Vella, R Shurmur, J. Filiatraut, M Murray. D. Wadowski. Middle Row: J DeuPree. M. Smoltz. K Krill, M Furlong. D Ogarek, K. Kramer, M. Gazdecki Back Row R Duff any, 5 Gray, 5 Suchyta, D. Lesz, P Kosowski. T Garrity Photo by H Gootee in the duel against Brother Rice, ju- nior Dennis Hamilton tires off yet an- other great pass. The game for the Catholic League Championship was lost 12 to 8 Photo by: H. Gootee Senior Mark Novak kicks off for the Falcons in winning style. His technique helped to add extra points to the Falcon scoreboard throughout the season. Photo by: C. Lougheed Captains Michael Murray, John Filiatraut, and Rob Shurmur assist Head Coach Wishart. Their leadership helped the team end the season with a 6-3 record. Photo by: H. Gootee 84 Football 1st Row: M Furlong, M Smoltz, . DeuPree, R Duffany, D. Lesz, R Shurmur, . FUiatraut. M. Murray, T. Carrity, K. Krill, M. Novak, T Vella, K. Kramer 2nd Row V Bala , M. Yesh, D. Sawicki, D Polk, . Munroe, D. Ogarek, J. Estronza, 5. Cray, W Wishart, P. Kosowski, S. Suchyta, M. Gazdecki, D. Wadowski, C. Davidson, C Linderman, B Campbell. T. Wyman 3rd Row: C Cunningham, D. Hamilton, K. Grandon. Falcons Victorious...Again! . . DeYonke, . Bardelli, B Dickey. 5. Mu cahy, 5 Schramek 4th Row R Michon, B Guterrez, T. Thibodeau. T Eby, I Paras. G Nenntnger, R. Lovett. D Neault 5th Row M. Hecht, K. Yurkus. D Griffin, B Vaughan, K. Bingham. P DuRoss, F. Isgro. C Boudreau 6th Row 5. Brooks. D. Olis, G. Bimberg. 5 Woodman. T. Toth. M. Brozek, P Karas. 5 Szuch. 7th Row: . Rowland. B Havlena. M. Beaudoin, C. Gazdecki, D DeCoste, . Stone, . Linderman 8th Row L. Alvarado. . Chadwick, C. O’Hagen. . Celeskey, R. Ross, D White, D Assenmacher 9th Row: S. Sail, C. O'Donohue. M. Throm, M. Scalf, G. Cibor. B. Duffany. M. Meyers 10th Row B Przybylo, Pegg, S. Rekowski. B Bannon. C. Kovacs, B Anders. I Lopez 11th Row S. Thibodeau. M. Rudzinski. Photo by: H Gootee Before the 1986 Divine Child varsity football season began, there were doubts in many people's minds about the quality of the team. With only five returning starters from the 1985 Champion- ship Team, there was reason to doubt. But by the end of the year, D C. had yet another victorious season which ended with a 6-3 win-loss record. Continuing with their winning spirit, the team re- mained undefeated in the AA Divi- sion for the sixth consecutive year. While the media suggested that the '86 season was a rebuilding one, the team had its mind set on a different goal during their long summer workouts: winning. Using key ingredients such as unity, dedi- cation, and a distinguished coach- ing staff, the team went on to accomplish this feat in definite Fal- con style. Coach Wishart summed up the season by saying, The '86 team was very successful. By mak- ing great strides we were only a couple of plays away from becom- ing an A-1 team. He also pointed out that there were more kids playing than ever in the history of s fuuioau program. Although the season was quite successful, it was overshadowed by the loss of assistant, Bob Griffin, and teammate. Dean Childs. Losing games held no comparisons to the loss of these two dedicated men. Many players felt that, in their hearts, the season had been dedi- cated to their memories. In spite of emotional and phys- ical hardships, tough teams, and foul weather, the team proved to be victorious. Senior Jay DeuPree added, It was difficult to make a comeback after such a spectacular season in '85. Every team was out to beat us. But we proved that we had the strength to perform in winning style. The '86 season was a challenge in all aspects of the word.u By K. Marsh Football 85 Striving With Determination What exactly is Cross Country? It is a form of track with a few small differences. The team is much smaller, which enables the members to become much closer friends. There is only one event in Cross Country (C. C), a race that is 3.1 miles long. All the runners run the same course, which goes through fields and up and down hills. This is an extremely difficult ’ sport that takes much self- discipline, hard work, and deter- mination in order to run the mileage. Running strengthens a per- son both mentally and physically. It is an excellent way to lose body fat and it also is one of the best ways to relieve stress. Both Cross Country teams per- formed well this past season. The girls ended their season with a 4 and 4 record; the boys had an even better season finishing with a 4 and 1 record. The boys had two outstanding runners this season, senior Dennis Vogel (second year captain) and ju- nior Milos Horvat. This season had the potential to be the best ever, and with a little fine-tuning they will be in the top 10 at state next year, commented senior Dennis Vogel. The guys did a great job in the big meets, finishing sec- ond in both the City and the Catholic meets. They placed fourth in Regional. The girls seemed to be plagued with injuries this year, which hin- dered their performance greatly. The team depended greatly on the J. V. runners. Each girl gave it her all and performed her personal best. Cathy Mazur was the top scorer for the girls. It was Cathy's first season and she made All-City, All-Catholic, and M.V.P.. The girls didn't have a bad finish; they took third in the City meet, fifth in Catholic, and seventh in regional. Senior Janice Cana van, captain of the girls' team, said it very nicely, I think that we expected a lot out of this season because of all the talent we have. Injuries were the factors that held us back from reaching our goals. Although Cross is the hardest sport have ever been in, and! have found that you make many close friends. It really, was a fun season for me and I'll miss it. The girls are great; they en- courage and push you to be your best. It is a tremendously demand- ing sport. I just wish it would get the support and recognition it deserves. □ by: K. Wells All the teams are lined up and ready to go at the start of the race This meet took place at Cass Benton Park. Photo by: . Lanning One of D.C.'s top runners, senior Dennis Vogel, is shown closing the gap on a Dear- born runner. The annual city meet was held at Ford Field. Photo by: K. Wells 86 Cross Country Senior Cathy Mazur has pulled into the lead in the city meet. Cathy proved to be ex- tremely valuable to the team this year, even though this was her first season of C.C. Gris' Cross Country 24 Marian 35 City Meet 3rd 17 St. Alphonsus 44 Catholic Meet 5th 35 Bishop Borgess 23 Regmal Meet 7th 42 Mercy. 15 32 Lady wood 24 19 Bishop Foley 42 West Bloomfield Inv 7th 21 Cabrini 35 Huron Inv. 2nd 50 Regina 15 Scores not available for Boys' Cross Country. Back row Sam Scollard, Mel Cronenwett, Amy Balint, Kris Wells. Tami Brozek, Janice Canavan, Charity Marks, Cathy Mazur, Mary Jo Seurvnck, Ellen Wiland, Anna Stansell. Back row: Don Zaremba, Milos Horx'at, Jason Kovacs, Dave Kubicek, Dennis Vogel, Tom Czapski. John Terry. Chris Hatty, Kevin Flynn. Not pictured: Heidi Altesleben Coming up the worst hill of the meet are juniors Anna Stansell, Sam Scollard, senior El- len Willand, and junior Mel Cronenwett. These girls were the top scorers for the team this year. Photo by: J. Lanning At the start of the Dearborn City Meet, varsity runners, juniors Chris Hatty, Kevin Flynn, seniors Dennis Vogel, Tom Czapski. and juniors Milos Horvat and Jason Kovacs. start out with speed and strength The team finished second overall. Photo by: J. Lanning Cross Country 87 Smiles are a big part of the half-time show at the Silver Dome. Sophomore Mary Jo Ploch. a pom-pon member, shows her best Photo by Craines Performing during half-time are D C. fresh- man cheerleaders Leah Novak, Colleen Mur- phy. Kim Kraus, and Rita Centi. Their spirit helfied to encourage the football players Photo by: J. Vachow Showing their spirit at a Pom-Pon competi- tion are senior Kris Marsh and sophomore Lynda Brigho The squad posed as nerds for one of their routines Photo by: Vachow 88 Cheerleaders and Pom-Pon The 1986-87 Varsity Pom-Pon squad (back row) Coach Debbie Palleschi, Monica Michalski, Leslie Christ, Kristen Wadowski, Maureen Murray, Jenny Uetz, Mary Jo Ploch, Michelle Szabo, Jenny Pacho ski, Nikki Roman, Marci Holtz, Nicole Szabo, Jeannie Dunne, Linda Turnes, Patti O'Donnell, Jenny Collen, Paula Co len, Jenny Bialy. (second row) Carla Rotole, Liz Martin, Michelle Den- nis, Anne Blazo, Joanna Acromite, Suzy Collis (third row) Val Bihun, Suzy Rad wan, Kris Marsh (front row) Debbie Donaldson, Lynda Bhglio, Linda DeGuise Photo by: H. Gootee Arousing Spirit No sporting event is the same without the roar of the crowd and the enthusiasm of the fans and the players. The elements which ensure that enthusiasm are the members of the Cheerleading and Pom Pon squads. The Cheerleading program has been around DC. for twenty-six years and is still strong. There are three cheerleading squads: Fresh- man (which took first place in regionals,) Junior Varsity, and Varsi- ty. Cheerleaders pack the sidelines on cool fall nights during football games, and rally the crowd during basketball season. Although the Varsity cheerleaders were disquali- fied on a technicality during regionals, success was still felt among the members. Senior Linda Ternes, member of the 86-87 varsi- ty cheerleading squad, stated, This year, on cheerleading, don't think we accomplished as much as we wanted. But we had a great sea- son, otherwise, and really had fun. Posing for their team portrait are the 1986- 87 Divine Child Varsity Cheerleaders. The team consisted of: (left to right) Jenny Marroso. Kim Patrosso. Marcia Crezlik, Cma ,D'Antonio, Nikki Polidori, Sonya Sawyer, Denise Karl. Crissy Shevok. Kelly Sellar. Photo by: H. Cootee Another means of igniting spirit is the Pom-Pon squad, which per- formed its routines at halftime dur- ing football and basketball games. The team also went on to take second place at regional competi- tion and ninth place in the class B State Championship. Pom-Pon is a great way to meet new people and pull together as a squad to en- courage school spirit, stated soph- omore Jenny Baity. Both Cheerleading and Pom-Pon squads went to camps during the summer. The cheerleaders went to Albion College. The pom-pons went to camp at Oakland Universi- ty where they learned new routines and pointers about com- petition from the experts. Spirit is a major part of what D C. stands for and Pom-Pon and Cheerleading play a very' significant role in the success of sports. As ju- nior Julie Majeske and Senior Patty ODonnell added, We really enjoy school functions and being on cheerleading pom-pon lets us get involved. It is a good way to make close friends and have a good time. These activities are very helpful in promoting school spirit. C by: J. Vachow Cheerleaders and Pom-Pon 89 The Beat Goes On! Although most do not realize it, the Flag Corps and Majorettes are auxiliary parts of the Marching Band. Because of this, the teams practiced daily with the band, in addition to their own squad prac- tices. Many of the girls felt that it was more like a job than an extra- curricular activity. During the summer, the Flag Corps practiced daily in prepartion of a four day competitive camp. The seven-girl squad ranked well and brought home many first place awards. Once school began, there were even more practices to prime themselves for the hectic football season. The girls found difficulty in choreographing routines to fit the band music. Captain Tina Gruchala agrees, Although there's been alot of hard work, we've had even more fun. It's so rewarding to perform in front of a large audi- ence that the time and dedication make it really worth it. While this year's majorette squad was very small, it didn't mean that the girls lacked talent or spirit. Sen- iors, Cayle Danielak, twirling for eight years, and Lisa Rellinger, for thirteen years, were the sole mem- bers of the two-girl squad. The girls attended majorette camp at Adrian College where they learned many new routines which they in- corporated into their half-time per- formances. Cayle and Lisa prac- ticed 2-3 times a week in addition to daily marching band practices. Each felt that their previous ex- perience was very helpful in per- formances and the choosing of new material. As Gayle adds, With our prior experience came greater freedom to combine our talents to reach a higher level of twirling. That they did. Gayle and Lisa took part in a competition and became the first D C. majorette squad to ever place in any compe- tition. The girls' sterling perfor- mance earned them a first place a- ward in the Duet Category. Said Lisa, It was our best year! Espe- cially being seniors and having had the chance to combine our talents to use stronger material. □ ....■fih.fr Mir h While twirling during the rainy Homecoming half-time, Lisa Rellinger tries to maintain a spirited appearance. The weather took a turn for the worst and rain was an unwanted visitor for the half-time performance Photo by: C. Lougheed At the Prep Bowl half-time, junior Kathy Shuman gives the routine her all. Deep con- centration and dedication were the key ele- ments to a shining performance. Photo by: C. Lougheed 90 Flag Corps Presenting D C 's own majorette team of Lisa Rellinger and Gayle Danielak. The two talented seniors were coached by Miss T Fitzgerald. Photo by: H. Gootee A dedicated flag corps is ready for a performance. L to R, M. Cronenwett, N. Chervenak. T Gruchala (captain), K. Birchmeier. S. Sopko, k. Shuman, (Not pictured: K DuBois). Photo by: H Gootee Practice for Kristi Birchmeier. Nicole Chervenak. and Shannon Sopko. is short on space and long on hours The squad usually shared their practice space with a parking lot full of cars Photo by: C Lougheed Majorettes 91 With a strong hold over his opponent is senior Rob Shurmur. Rob has been a varsity wrestler since his freshman year 1987 Wrestling Record Matches won 11 Matches lost 6 Kneeling Coach Yesh, M. Romeo, R. Shurmur, Coach Bird. Standing left to right E. Wells. T. Rossi, M Starosoak, T Abela, T. Vella, R DeWitt, C. Opoiski Back row. }. Beuklare, M Etcher, f. Bourdage. R Lovett P. Bonkowski. 5. Mulcahy, B Cuterrez. Coach I kwabedian Photo by: H Cootee Looking confident is junior Scott Mulcahy Scott shook his opponent's hand before a match. Photo by: . Sullivan Struggling with a Dearborn High wrestler is junior Glenn Nenninger Strength was an im- portant factor in the wrestling matches. Photo by: Sullivan 92 Wrestling Determination Twenty- four Hours A Day Behind the achievements, there was a great deal of practice time involved. The wrestlers practiced every day after school to improve their techniques. Drills and match situations were commonly used to help the boys perform better in real matches. Junior Scott Mulcahy commented During practices, we learned new techniques which helped us improve our strategies. Another important element in wrestling is to keep the player's weight within the specifications of his weight class. Some wrestlers were on special diets. This required a great deal of discipline from the athletes and made their sport a twenty-four hour per day job □ by: L. Ryber Determination and the need to excel were the key forces in this year's varsity wrestling team. These elements were evident in the boys as they had yet another outstand- ing season. Although the entire team did well, five wrestlers had an exceptional season. Senior Mike Romeo was the Al- len Park and Garden City champi- on and placed first in the districts and second in region a Is. Senior Rob Shurmur also had a good year, placing second in districts and was a Catholic League and All-area champion. Junior Tony Abela ex- celled as a Catholic League and Al- len Park champion. He also placed fourth in districts, third in regional, and was a state qualifier. Also qualifying for state was Junior Jim Bourdage. Another team member, sophomore Mark Starosciak, was an Allen Park and Fordson champi- on and also a regional qualifier. At a montent ary disadvantage is junior Paul Bonkowski. Paul went on to win this match after regaining control Photo by: J Sullivan Walking away as the victor is senior Mike Romeo Mike was 33-5 this season Photo by: Sullivan Wrestling 93 Knocking On The Door Of Success Volleyball is still a fairly new sport-3 years old-yet it showed some potential this year. The league record resulted in 5 wins and 5 losses, a big improvement over past years. The season started on Novem- ber 15 when 76 girls came to try out. Junior Colleen Meade felt, Tryouts were nerve-racking and stressful! because there were so many girls trying out for the 26 spots. Out of the 76 girls, Ms. Poirier could only choose 26, 12 for varsity and 14 for J.V. The team played its first league game on January 5th. At the end of the season they had completed 10 league games, 4 tournaments, and 2 non-league games. One of our goals this year was to make it to Catholic playoffs, which we did, stated senior Cathy Sroka. The girls practiced 2 hours a day, 6 days a week. These prac- tices consisted of running, jumping rope, heavy rope, weight training and various drills such as setting, passing, serving and spiking. Their acctual season for such practices was from Nov. 15 to March 7. Senior Barb Sroka believed practice to be beneficial, stating, Different Sophomore len$samN?i Colleen Meade and Andrea McAllister, and senior Cathy Sroka prepare to return the ball to Foley The Falcons were defeated in this match Photo by: L. Butler drills at practice improved our vol- leyball skills. In the games, the varsity team played a 6-2 offense, or multiple offense, which utilized a back row setter and 3 front row hitters. Coach Pat Poirier felt, We had good leadership from our setters who called out various plays. A few girls earned some honors. Kris Nasiatka was named to the All- City and All-League teams. There were 4 other girls who received honorable mention and All-League honors: junior Andrea McAllister, and seniors Sue Bacigal, Barb Sroka and Cathy Sroka. Even though most people know when the season starts and fin- ishes, what they do not know is that alot of extra time is spent practicing all summer. Most of the girls attended 1 or 2 camps over the summer at U of M and at Bish- op Borgess. There was also a clinic held at D C. by the Wayne State coach, Matt Peck, a D.C. graduate. There was much time, effort, de- termination and spirit on this year's team. □ By: K. Wells Shown returning the ball with nice form is Kathy O'Connor. The team spent many hours practicing its spiking photo by Craines 94 Volleyball Junior Regina Arcuri shows her determina- tion and dedication as she dives for the ball Th her third year on the team. Photo by: Craines Varsity Volleyball 12 Bishop Foley 15 2 Bishop Foley 15 0 15 6 15 15 Gabriel Richard 11 12 Gabriel Richard 15 15 2 15 10 15 Shrine 9 11 15 15 13 15 Shrine 4 4 Aquinas 15 11 15 15 12 15 11 6 15 7 Aquinas 15 15 Dominican 8 14 16 15 6 15 Dominican 3 15 5 Back row: Coach Pat Poirer, Kathy O Con- nor, Monique Ellison, Betsy Camardo, Eileen Gorski, Sue BasicalBarb Sroka, Cathy Sroka, and Assistant Coach Brian Lubbe. Front row: Colleen Meade, Andrea McAllister, Kris Nasiatka, Regina Currie, Janice Canavan. With total concentration, junior Betsy Camardo is shown serving the ball. The team would always spend time warming up before each match Photo by: Craines Showing her expertise while warming up for a game is junior Kristine Nasiatka. Kris was chosen to be on the AH City Team by the Dearborn Press and Guide Photo by: Craines Volleyball 95 Lady Trackers - Best in the Region This year's team was an exper- There were four Varsity records ienced one, having nine returning seniors and many returning under- classmen. Most of the members broken this year, as follows: The records are have run together tor the past three years. In those years, the girls have become a family; one that works well together. These girls strive for their personal best and 3200m Relay Ellen Wiland Dede Pappas Janice Cana van Cathy Mazur have great dedication to their school, coach, and each other. Practice plays a major role in running. The team worked out after school every day in the heat 0400m Relay Tami Brozek Gabriel Senatore Jenny Brenton Sue Bacigal of the afternoon. This year's team had one advantage over the teams in the past: the new track. As a real asset to the team's perfor- mance, it helped with speed 0800m Relay Sue Bacigal Monique Ellison Mel Cronenwett Tami Brozek workouts and in practicing relay hand-offs. The best part about the new track was our being able to hold home meets. This created a new school spirit. With a new track and support from fellow stu- dents the team had an extra boost of energy. This season proved to be the best season ever for the girls, stated Coach Goepp. There will be many girls returning for next season. 1600m Relay Tami Brozek Sue Bacigal Gabriel Senatore Jenny Brenton By: K. Wells With DC in the lead, senior Cathy Sroka hands off to junior Gabrielle Senatore at their last home meet on une 7 Being in a relay adds a little more pressure, with the runner being worried about making a good hand-off. Photo bv Crames Concentration is a big part of any competi- tive sport and sophomore Melissa Ninkovtch seems to be thinking of nothing else but her race. Runners made sure they paced themselves in order to get their best performance. Photo by: Craines 96 Girls' Track With excellent form and stride, senior Ellen Wiland helps Falcon trackers come home with yet another victory in the city meet. Photo by: Craines Once again, D C. track team members run in the forefront. In this meet, the lady Falcons resoundingly outscored Aquinas. Photo by Craines 1st Oxford Relays 096 D C 32 Salem 124 D C. 04 Shrine 099 D C 29 Cabriel Richard 14 D C. 15 Bishop Foley 104 D C. 24 Aquinas 1st AA Sectional 2nd City Meet 1st Regionals 1st Catholics (3rd year in a row) 2nd CHSL-PSL 15th State Class B Finals Speed, height and distance are the keys to being an outstanding long jumper, as senior Sue Bacigal demonstrates perfectly Sue had been a member of the team for the past four years and had proven to be one of the most valuable members each year Photo by: Craines High jumping is made to look easy, as sophomore Michelle Gebrian goes over without much effort The gids worked hard to get their approach and jump just right. Photo by Craines Girls' Track 97 Runners, Take Your Mark... The Divine Child Track Team had the luxury of running on a new track this year. The rubberized track made practices better and also enabled Divine Child to host more meets at home. The athletes really enjoyed this as sophomore Mark Meyers said, It's great having home meets because alot of people came out to support the team. That helped tre- mendously when they're cheering as you head towards the finish line. This year's team went through a rebuilding phase. It was mainly composed of sophomores and juniors with only five seniors. Even with a young team, the Falcons captured strong second places in the Dearborn City Meet and the League Meet. Next year looks very promising as the younger athletes return with more experience and stronger physically. As junior Tim Thibodeau stated, Next year we are going to be awesome in the one and two mile relays, because we will have three of the four legs back. A major factor which hurt the Falcons in a couple of meets was junior Kevin Kucharczyk's knee in- jury. The star quarter-miler was out for a month and a half. As Kevin Kucharczyk remarked, I'm going to give my knee time to rest and next year I'm going to go after the school record. The Falcon Track Team did a fine job overall. The season was filled with accomplishments as many athletes made All-City, All- League, and All-Catholic. Next year, look for juniors Milos Horvat, Kevin Kucharczyk, Mike Partee, Tim Thibodeau and sophomores Chris Collis, Mark Meyers, and joe Stone to have a successful season □ By: D. Zaremba A fearsome twosome are sophomore Mark Meyers and junior Mike Partee in the open- half. The two paired up to sweep the open-half in almost every dual meet Photo by: C Danielak Flexibility is the key to the 110-meter high- hurdle as junior Clarence Chui demon- strates. For the last two years, he has had to fill the shoes of John Laney Photo by: Craines 98 Boys' Track DC Opponent 93 Foley 35 94 Aquinas 34 52 U of D 76 S3 Shrine 45 50 De La Salle 76 63 Brother Rice 65 85 Gabriel Richard 43 All-State qualifiers and substitutes are in the Kucharczyk (substitute), Don Zaremba and high-jump, joe Stone, and in the two-mile Chris Collis (substitute). Not pictured is Tim relay Mark Meyers, Mike Partee, Kevin TNbodeau Photo by M. Carpenter Form is the key to pole vaulting as sopho- more Joe Stone begins his approach. Stone cleared thirteen feet which was his best jump. Photo by: Craines Showing determination and strength, junior Kevin Kucharczyk sprints to the finish line. He won the open-quarter at the Dearborn City Meet. Photo by: C. Danielak Boys' Track 99 The girls' varsity softball team gathers for an after-game talk. This provided time for the girls to discuss game strategies and plays with the coaches Photo by: L Ryber Girls' Softball Season as of Publication Date Carnes Won 25 Games Lost 8 Front row: Andrea McAlister, Renee Gierzak, Rachelle Krochmalny, Tricia W or rail, Gina Farcione. Michelle Krashovetz, Lori Greenlee, Deanne Ellul Back row : Coach Jansen, Monica Longe, Kris Nasiatka, Betsy Camardo, Eileen Gorski, Regina Arcuri, Renee' La Pointe, Coach Szczodrowski Photo by: H Gootee Fielding techniques are vey important in winning games. Here the girls stand ready for action. Photo by: L. Ryber Taking her place behind home plate is catcher Regina Acurri. A relationship be- tween the catcher and pitcher is a very vital one Photo by: L. Ryber 100 Softball Falcon Girls Excel Through Team Work What a season! This year's varsi- ty girls' softball team has had an incredible season so far, making it to Regional. This is a great accom- plishment. The girls had to go through District, Catholic league semi-finals and finals. After Regional, if the games go as well as predicted' State semi-finals and finals will be the next step. Senior Tricia Worrall commented’ It has been a real group effort, with ev- eryone giving 100% This year's individual accomplish- ments were excellent. Seniors Tricia Worrall and Gina Farcione were all- Cathofic, All-League, and All-District. These three girls were also the team captains. Junior Andrea McAlister was All-League and All- District. Junior Eileen Gorski was also All-District. There was a great deal of effort put into the season. It isn't all just winningstated Senior Rachelle Krochmalny. A lot of the time, we have to play and practice in extremely hot weather. The games have often been dose and intense. The teams attitude has been a determining factor in winning games. Senior Tricia Worrall said' You have to have a good, positive outlook. I think that our team wins a lot of games that way. Although the season is not yet finished, there is quite enough evidence to say that this has been a very successful year for girls softball. □ By: L. Ryber In her top-hitting form is senior Tricia Worrall. Tricia received a scholarship offer from U of D based on her great playing abilities. Photo by: L. Ryber Bright smiles light the faces of the team captains, seniors Rachelle Krochmalny, Gna Farcione, and Tricia Worrall. The girls were once again victors in the game Photo by: L. Ryber Softball 101 Players Overcome Inex- perience to Gain Success Believe it or not, baseball starts as early as the fall The pitchers began warming up and getting their timing down, while others were involved with different sports or weightlifting to get or stay in shape. The big problem in 1986-87 for the Falcons was the inexperience of team members. The only returing starter was Dennis Hamil- ton. The team relied on talented but inexperienced players like Marc Cor ski, Dennis Oleary, and Steve Rekowski. Early on, nobody ex- pected miracles, but the team played well. After the first few losses due to costly errors, the team straightened up and began to fly right. The Falcons captured the Dearborn Tournament title for the third year in a row, after defeating Dearborn High and St. A phonsus. This year the Falcons relied on the strong pitching staff of Tom Ozog, Marc Gorski, Dennis Oleary, and Steve Rekowski. The big bats this year included Karl Krill, Mario Boccarossa, Ric Cierczak, who both batted over 400 and had over 40 hits, Jeff Paris, and Bill Bannon. The team performed well. A 25 and 8 record shows the result of a long, successful season. For a young team, making it through the third round of State competition shows plenty of determination. Leaving the team, senior Mario Boccarossa commented, It was a young team this year but next year, the experience will be there. The juniors did well and the soph- omores performed when they were asked.' □ by K. Stoops 102 Baseball Bottom Row Mr. Walters, Matt Scalf, Peter Bidolli, Rick Cierczak. Tom Ozog, Mario Boccarossa, Ken Grandon. Dennis Hamilton. Karl Krill Top Row Damian Hull, Jeff Paras, Tony Shmkonis, Scott Woodman, Mike Hect, Marc Gorski, Coach Falvo, Steve Rekowski, Dennis O'Leary, Chad Cunningham, Bill Hannon, Bill Terski, Mm Lopez. Photo by H. Gootee_________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Baseball pictures not available due to scheduling mix-up with Craines Photography. Baseball 103 As she waits for her turn at bat, sophomore Beth Parrinello watches intensely. Beth hit a single in this play Photo by: L. Butler Making a crucial pass is freshman Shawn Bannon. The girls' team often practiced passing to perfect game plays. Photo by. C. Lougheed A foul ball was the result of this powerful swing. However, sophomore Kristen Lilley went on to hit a double later in the game Photo by: L. Butler The game becomes intense as sophomore Melissa Ninkovich contemplates strategy. Melissa was a starter on the I V. basketball team. Photo by: C. Lougheed 104 Girls' J. V. Feature Give Them A Hand In past years, junior varsity girls’ sports weren't among the most recognized sports at Divine Child. However, that doesn't make the achievements and efforts of the players any less important or less difficult. Junior varsity athletes put in just as much practice time as other athletes in varsity sports. Now a Varsity softball player, sen- ior Tricia Worrall commented, You have to start some place. Many of the girls that start in J.V. go on to become excellent varsity players. The turn out in fans at J.V. games has increased over the last few years. Now, more students at- tend games, rather than iust the team member's family. Fresh marl Steven Butler commented ' I think that there are a lot of people who go watch the girl's games. A lot of underclassmen go to appreciate their classmates achievements. This season has been a very promising one for J.V. girls. The girts' basketball team won their league this year. The girls' baseball team has so far won 18 games and lost only 2. It is predicted that they will go far this season. So with these winning efforts this year, isn't it time that we give J.V. girls' teams the credit they are due ? □ By: L. Ryber Home piste is in sight for freshman Christy Cans van The freshman girls won this game over Gabriel Richard. Photo by: L. Butler In a moment of tension, freshman Jeanette Rioux waits to pass the ball. The girls won this game against Marian High School. Photo by: C. Lougheed Girts' J.V. Feature 105 J.V. Sports Let Players Gain Experience for Varsity Teams______ Practice is essential to the success of any team The V football team had daily scrimmages to help improve skills. Photo by K DiNatale Top Matt Holody. Chris Filiatraut, Mike Brozek. Coach Furlong. Mark Meyers, loe Vetting. Dan Borzymowski. Bottom: Doug Keane, loe Stone. Bob Mazur, Bill Bannon. Chris CoHis, lim Schultz, Dave Seleweski Photo by H. Cootee 106 Boys' J.V. Feature Top Chris Kuczajda. Scott Dickey, Bob Havelena. Mike Brozek. Matt Holody, Jim Schultz. Mike Higgins, Steve Butler, Jim Rodman Bottom Ken Klavon, Derek Rodriquez. Case Snyder, Bob Anders, Dave DeCoste, Mario Launi. lay Bottorff, Jack Porco. Photo by H. Gootee Top Coach Yesh. Tom Cinzori, toe Cherardim, Marty Schramek, (Unknown), Steve Szuch, James Hall, Jeff Grey. Dave Kesler. Mark Pappas. Brian Roach, Coach Bird. Bottom: Coach Donabedian, James Ellison, Jeff Kurek, Jason Chapman. Jay Bottorff, Matt Throm, Bob Anders, leff Lasecki, Nino DiDominico, Bill Gaggos Photo by H. Gootee Boys' I. V. Feature 107 Football's the name of the game. Suffering from an injury during the first half of the season is freshman Dave Wimsatt. Photo by: L Butler Congratulating each other on a great play are freshman Aaron Prezzel and Steven But- ler. This year our freshman football placed first in the league Photo by: L. Butler Cheering their team onto victory are fresh- man cheerleaders Leah Novak. Colleen Mur- phy, Kim Krause, Rita Centi, Tricia Segedi, and Susanne Sudek Photo by: L Butler In a show of conflicting emotion is freshman Melissa McFee in a game against Gabriel Richard The girls went on to beat the Pio- neersPhoto by: C. Lougheed 108 Frosh Feature Involving Freshmen Being a freshman is never easy: but getting involved helps to break the ice. Just about everyone can remember his her first day of high school. So many questions run through your mind, such as uncer- tainty as to what will happen in the next 4 years. How many times have we heard the famous quote that goes something like this: High school will fly by; it will be over before you know it. It's the best time of your life... It's only the best time if you make it just that. Getting involved in activities at DC. has helped me meet so many new friends, commented fresh- man Dave Wimsatt. Students came from grade schools all over to make up the Class of 1990. Divine Child offers many opportunities to meet new people, but it's up to the individual if he she wants to get involved. Football was a great way to get to know new people, and set goals for myself, said freshman Paul Rotole. I love it! Joining a sport isn't the only way to meet new people at D C.; we also have various clubs ranging from the Science Olympiad to the ski club or movie dub. It's a great way to relax and have some fun! Getting involved is important. It's not only a good way to meet new people, but to set goals and let you feel better about yourself. So jump out from behind MTV, take away the Crunch'n Munch and go try out for your favorite sport or join a dub. There's nothing to lose, only to gain! □ By: L. Butler Going down for the shot is freshman Kathy O'Connor This game was played against the Gabriel Richard Pioneers '' Photo by: G Schaefer lumping up in a game against Bishop Foley is freshman Bo LaPomte. Freshman basket- ball ended the season with a record of 6-7 Photo by: L. Butler Frosh Feature 109 64 Oft May we explain an average day. It is a day filled with many encounters with different people. In actuality, there is no average day, but the following is an example of a typical one, considering the many facets involved in school. The average day for most students starts when they arrive at school at about 7:45 a.m. A little socializing in the hallways before homeroom helps most students, generally, to wake up. The first bell rings at 7:56, signaling students to report to homeroom or first hour, depending on the day. General business is taken care of in homeroom, and the rest of the time is spent putting final touches on (or starting) homework. From there, we go on to first hour, then second hour, then third... fairly simple so far. However, during fourth hour, freshmen go to lunch and everyone else goes to class. Frosh get out of lunch and begin fifth hour while everyone else is still in fourth hour class. When sophomores, juniors and seniors get out of fourth hour, they either go to fifth hour lunch, or class. Then fifth hour lunch goes to sixth hour class and fifth hour class goes to sixth hour lunch. At long last, when seventh hour rolls around, everyone is back on the same schedule. A number of seniors are allowed to leave at the beginning of sixth hour, which can be as early as 11:20 a m. on Fridays. There are also seniors that leave after sixth and seventh hour for work or other important obligations. The average day ends at about 2:30 p.m. for most students. But for some dedicated souls, certain activities will extend their day even further. There are many extra-curricular activities held after school, varying from plays to the Boggle Club. That explains the average day, but each day varies in its own way, adding a little twist to everyone's lives. □ ni 1 McDonald's Trying to find a ride home, senior Kristan DiFranco One of his favorite hobbies, independent art class, uses the phone between classes. The phone was allows senior Gordie Hosted to work with oil available for students' use for personal business paints A nail number of students took the class during appropriate times. Photo by: E. Fournier for advanced art credit. Photo by: K. DiNatale By: E. Fournier As Spirit Week progresses, senior Matt Shultz ex- presses his feelings in religion class. The relaxed at- mosphere in the classes allowed students to freely debate religious issues. Photo by: E. Fournier JJbct% V ko SdUMl As August wound down, another school year awaited us—a new year filled with new faces, new friends, and new challenges. The 86- 87 school year began in the crowded cafeteria as students began scheduling their classes. Scheduling was done August 22-26. As in earlier years, the scheduling was attempt- ed by computer, but difficulties with the program caused efforts to be scrapped. Accord- ing to Sr. Cecilia, the main snag in the com- puter scheduling process occurred because there were not enough alter- nate courses listed by the students during pre- registration. Many upperclass stu- dents became accustomed to arena- style scheduling, which had been the method commonly used for years. Junior Jason Kovacs stated, I like the arena-style scheduling because you seem to have more control over what class- es you get. There were 143 courses offered, ranging from basic to advanced college prep courses. Senior Michelle Simms stated, I think its a real advantage to be able to choose your own class- es and I think the large selection of courses helps you find the schedule that best fits your needs and abilities. Course offerings for the 1986-87 school year included: 3 foreign lan- guages, 13 religion, 12 social studies, 20 mathe- matics, 10 home econo- mics, 15 fine arts, 10 science, 8 music, 10 business, 4 physical edu- cation, and 4 industrial arts courses. Junior Kati Gaskey said, I think a large selection of courses is important if you want to meet each student's needs as well as possible. Students were allowed as many as 7 classes a day, with 24 credits needed to gradu- ate. Schedules could also be made up so that upper-classmen had the privilege to leave early, as long as they had enough credits. It's a big advantage to be able to leave early, es- pecially when you work and need the hours, stated senior Dina Marchetti. D By: C. Lougheed The scheduling process proves to be a tedious task as Mr. Foye and Mr. Davidson enroll freshman DeAnna Progar in a shop class. Scheduling took an average of one hour to complete. Photo by: K. DiNatale Classes fill up as Ms. Kilcullen assists freshman Casey Snyder ■schedule his courses. The Freshmen were the last class to report for scheduling week Photo by: K. DiNatale The final touches are put on freshman Ron Steffes' sched- ule as Mr. L arose and Mr Coepp verify the selections. The majority of freshman courses were required. Photo by: K. DiNatale 112 Scheduling 77 Abate, Vincent 10 Abdallah, Jennifer 77 Abela, Anthony 10 Abela, Jennifer 11 Acromite. Joannna 10 Altesleben, Heidi 10 Alvarado, Lawrence 9 Ampunan, Nathan 10 Anders, Robert 10 Anderson, Holly 9 Andreoli, Dominique 10 Andreoli, Nicole 77 Andrzejczak, Victor 10 Antonio, Anthony 11 Aquilina, Charles 11 Arcuri, Regina 10 Assenmacher, Daniel 10 A wood, Sarah 9 Ayotte, Jane 11 Badalow, Janet 9 Baladad, Anthonie 9 Baldwin, Cynthia 9 Balint, Amy 10 Baluci, Jennifer 11 Baluci, John 9 Ban'non, Shawn 10 Bannon, William 11 Bardelli, Jeffrey 9 Baritche, Andrea 10 Bartnick, Jennifer 11 Baughman, Karen 11 Bazner, Thomas 10 Beaudoin, Matthew 10 Beimler, John 10 Belaski, Dawn 10 Bergman, Angela 10 Bernal, Yohedil 11 Bertram, Keith 9 Bertram. Kenneth 9 Beuckelaere, Jeffrey 10 Bialy, Jennifer 11 Bidigare, Elizabeth 9 Bidolli, Kerry 10 Bidolli. Peter 77 Bthun, Gregory 9 Bihun. Valerie 11 Bimberg, Gary 11 Bingham. Kevin 11 Birchmeier, Rebecca 10 Birchmeier. Kristianna 9 Bitoniti. Joseph 11 Blair. Diane 10 Blaszkiewicz, Laura 11 Blazo, Anne Underclass 113 iw to Imi Drivers education is an experience anxiously- awaited by most fresh- men and sophomores. One must be fifteen years did to take the course and attend the classes. One may take the course through ei- ther the community or through the school, if offered. The fees run from $85 to $120 for private or public courses. If the student does not attend a public school, he she may still take the course in his area school district at no charge. The classes meet two to four days a week for one to four weeks. Once one has com- pleted the course, he must take the permit to the Secretary of State's office and pass a few minor exams. If the test scores are satisfactory, then the permit is signed by the State and the driver. Driving is le- gal as long as there is a parent in the car. Once a student has his permit, he's very anxious to get on the road with out an adult in the car. But first, he must drive for a minimum of thirty days with an adult. These thirty days seem to go by very slowly. Junior Chris Boudreau ex- plained his wait: It was fun driving for the first time, but it was a nui- sance having to drive with a parent. Because I felt I knew what I was doing on the road, wished I was able to drive by myself. Not be- ing able to drive alone is what really made time drag. Senior Christie Hamilton added: It's very tempting to just drive without your par- ent in the car because the thirty-day wait is too long and unneces- sary. When the thirty-day period has gone by, pa- tience lessens. The stu- dent applies for his first license. He stands in line at the Secretary of state's office, signs forms, shows proof of identification, gets his picture taken, and signs the temporary license. The permanent license is sent in the mail three to four weeks later. At this moment, he she is a le- gal driver! Finally! □ By: Vachow me first day for freshmen Heather Tommolino, Erica Hessenbruch, and Aimee Devlin-Ruelle seems to be getting off to a good start! This day was attended by freshmen only, to get acquainted with the new school Photo by: T. Aitkens The junior class stands during the Spirit Week school mass. AU students dressed for a din- ner date with the captain. Photo by: I Vachow Delicious pizza is the goal for sophomores Laura Partee and Carla Roperti in 7th hour Foods . This day was also a dress up day for Spirit Week. Photo by: j. Vachow 114 Underclass 7 7 Boes. David 7 Bogosian, Sharon 7 7 Bonanno, Michael 7 7 Bonkowski. Paul 10 Borzymowski, Daniel 9 Bosman. Jeffrey 10 Bottoroff, Jay 9 Boudreau. Amy 11 Boudreau, Chris 9 Bouffard, Michael 7 7 Bourdage, James 10 Boyd, Carla 77 Bpyk, Rebecca 9 Bozynski, John 9 Brady, Christopher 9 Brady, Jeanne 9 Bramblett. Robert 10 Breault. Michael 9 Brenton, Jennifer 9 Bres, Kathleen 10 Briglio, Lynda 9 Brogan, Michael 9 Brohl, Natalie 9 Brooks, Holly 7 7 Brooks. Scott 10 Brosnan, Bernard 9 Brosnan, Doris 10 Brozek, Michael 11 Brukley, Heather 11 Bukowski. Pamela 9 Burek, Jeremy 9 Bustamante. Ann 77 Bustamante, Joseph 9 Butler, Steven 10 Cabadas, Carrie 7 7 Camardo, Elizabeth 7 7 Cameron, Jennifer 9 Campau, Robert 9 Cana van, Christy 9 Capler, Melissa 10 Caruso. Rose 11 Casey, Laura 11 Cassatta, Paul 10 Cavanaugh. John 77 Celani, Joseph 9 Celani, Maurizio 10 Celeskey, John 9 Centi, Rita 9 Cervenan, David 10 Chadwick, John 9 Chapman. Beth 9 Chapman, Jason 9 Chervekowsky, Julie 11 Chervenak, Nicol Driving Drivers Ed. 115 Although students put up fronts and pretend they don't have fears, the fact is, they do. During teenage years, many people try to hide their fears and be macho. They try to uphold an image that doesn't exist. During high school years, fears start to arise that individuals never thought they had. Going from small grade schools to a large high school and interacting with other individuals, people fear they will not be accepted or may no longer be the highest achiever in the class. Competition gets tougher in athletics, also. Athletes fear they will no longer be number one or if they make a mistake, they will no longer start. As sopho- more Mark Meyers stat- ed, I'm afraid of leading a race and not knowing how fast to pace myself,because hate to lose. The seniors' biggest fear is going on to col- lege. As Sue Bacigal re- marked, I'm afraid of leaving here and going to college. High school provided the stage for four of the best years of their life. It provided security and help when- ever needed. They fear they'll move on to be- come just another num- ber enrolled in college. On a more personal basis, all students have some basic fears: fear of heights, of water, of small spaces, or speak- ing in front of groups. As Kirk Lilleysaid, My biggest fear is public speaking. Some people don't fear big groups, but rather the little ne- cessities of life as Cathy Mazur pointed out, I'm afraid ot going some- where that doesn't have a bathroom... and I have to go. The biggest fear of high school students is prob- ably dating. Girls fear they won't be asked to the big dance and guys fear they will be turned down. Brent Hemker summed up this situa- tion best, My biggest fear is being rejected. E by: D. Zaremba The first day of school is a frighting experience for most freshmen Here, folders were distributed containing school policy so freshman would know the rules. Photo by: K. DiNatale In speech class, Nancy Coury is demonstrating the fear of public speaking. Nancy re- ceived an A for her presentation. Photo by K. Duffy Precautions such as fire drills are taken to protect the safe- ty of the student body. Fortu- nately, this was just another fire drill. Photo by: K. Duffy 116 Fears 10 Childs, Dean 9 Chimenti, Rose 11 Chui, Clarence 10 Cibor, Gregory 10 Cinzori, Thomas 10 Ciuk, David 10 Ciuzicki, Lynette 11 Cleslak. Angela 10 Collis, Christian 9 Cooper, Christina 11 Coury, Nancy 10 Crissey, Ellen 10 Cronenwett, Melissa 9 Crossed, Scott 11 Cunningham, Chad 11 Currier, Julie 9 Currier, Mary 10 Cuschieri, Mario 10 Cvrkovic, Linda 9 Damuth, Ronald 10 D'Antonio, Gina 11 D Antonio, Michael 10 David, Jennifer 9 Davis, Heidi 10 De Caen, Angela 11 Decina, Marla 10 DeCoste, David 10 De Ghetto, Margaret 9 DeGiacomo, Thomas 11 DeGuise, Linda 10 Dennis, Michelle 10 Denstedt, Amy 9 Dent, Nicholas 9 Denton, Kathleen 9 DePaulis. Scott 11 DeWitt, David 9 Devlin-Ruelle, Aimee 9 DeYonke, fames 11 DeYonke, John 11 Dickey, Brad 9 DiDomenico, Quirino 9 DiFranco, Mary 10 Dmuchowski, Tammy 9 Dobzyniak, Kevin 11 Dobzyniak, Matthew 9 Doeren, Jennifer 9 Domagala, Arthur 11 Donaldson, Deborah 11 Dowd, Lisa 10 Duff any, Brian 11 Duffy, Kimberly 11 Dully, Peter 11 Dunne. Jeanne 11 DuRoss, Patrick Underclass 117 Dyke, lennifer 9 Dziadzio. Susan 10 Dziab. Scott 9 Eby. Todd 11 Eicher, Michael 11 Ellison. James 9 Ellison. Monique 11 Ellul, Deanne 11 Elsey. Matthew 9 Emerson. Maureen 11 Endredy. John 11 Endredy. Michael 9 Ernst, Russ 9 Ervin, lennifer 10 Ervin, Marianne 10 Esparza. Lisa 11 Esper, Richard 9 Esper. Tracey 11 Estronza, Cynthia 9 Estronza. Iason 11 Fadler, Amy 11 Fellrath. Patrick 10 Feneck, Natalie 9 Fera, Matthew 11 Ference, Edward 11 Ferrell. Deborah 9 Filiatraut. Christopher, 10 Firek. essica 9 Fitzgerald, Patricia 11 Flannery. Jeffrey 11 Flynn, Kevin 11 Forma. Holli 9 Fournier, Kristie 9 Franges, Philip 9 Fraser. Karen 10 Frey, Heidi 10 Fundaro, Lea 9 Fundaro. Teresa 10 Funk, lennifer 9 Cach, Stephanie 10 Caggos. Ernie 10 Caggos. William 11 Galasso, Monica 10 Calda, lennifer 9 Gallagher, Anne Marie 10 Canesan. Subasree 9 Carrity, Tara 9 Caskey, Kathleen 11 Cazdecki, Christopher 10 Cebrian. Michelle lO Gee. Danielle 11 Gee. Nicole 9 Genna. leffrey 9 Genslak, lames 11 118 Underclass Ve Ve u Rsel fe') What is it that links people to each other? A common cause? Hob- by? Belief? Feeling? Sport? Actually it is all of the above, and more. The list is endless. There are various lev- els of relationships. They range from political: President Reagan and Russia's Premier Corbechev; to distant: the checker at the local supermarket; to inti- mate: family and friends. Each interacts with oth- ers, but the importance of the relationship is judged by the individ- uals involved. Senior Kristan DiFranco felt, Even in bad ones you learn. All relationships The enthusiasm of juniors and seniors shines through at the Prep Bowl game against Brother Rice The Falcons lost the game with a final score of 12-8. Photo by: Craines are special to me because I feel they all help us to grow. The word relationships usually brings to mind boyfriends girlfriends and friends. The com- mon factor is friendship. As junior Kevin Yurkus commented, Life's much better when you can share your feelings with someone else. I think it helps us to be better people. But sometimes relationships weaken, and friends may drift apart. Students are finding this change noticeable among casual friendships at the begin- ning of new semesters. Freshman Tom Kalchik commented, If you don't have your friends in classes, you lose contact with many of them. Many students feel that close friendships nelp to lessen the pres- sures of high scliuul. Sophomore Linda Cvrkovic added, I think that close friendships are great because ev- eryone needs someone they can really trust and talk to. When I'm down, I know that a good friend can really cheer me up. Relationships are a part of daily life. Every- one, in one way or another, experiences a relationship. These are what bind us to the school through memo- ries and experiences. Divine Child, dedi- cated to excellence. ..Spiritually. A cademically Athletically...Socially. □ by: K. Marsh On Sailor Day, juniors Mary Thomas, joe Tucker, and Beth Was are true models of school spirit. Sailor attire was the exception to the dress code Photo by: K. Wells Active in the success of the Homecoming Mass are fresh- men Derek Rodriguez, senior John FiUatraut, sophomore Maureen Murray, and seniors Rob Shurmur, Leslie Gist, and Linda Baughman The theme of journey’' was carried out through the celebration with students' participation Photo by: L. Twehues Relationships 119 Gerstner, Carol 9 Gherardini, Joseph 9 Gierczack. Renee 10 Oroux, Stephen 10 Gladd, Jennifer 9 Gollon, Paula 10 Gorski, Eileen 11 Gorski, Marcus 11 Graham. Partrick 10 Grandon. Kenneth 11 Gray, Jefferson 9 Green, Anne 9 Greenlee. Loti 11 Griffin, Dennis 11 Groen. Christina 9 Gruchala, Tina 11 Guerriero, Catherine 9 Guerriero. Mary Kaye 10 Guibord, Kimberly 11 Guterrez, Brad 11 Hall. James 9 Halloran, Michelle 10 Hamilton, Dennis 11 Hamish, Chad 10 Harper, Christopher 10 Harris, Jeanine 10 Hart, Amy 11 Hatty, Christopher 10 Ha vJena, Robert 10 Heaman, Daniel 11 Hecht, Michael 11 Hemker, Brent 11 Henrion, Rachel 11 Hermann, Damian 1C Hernandez, Carmen 9 Hessenbruch, Erika 9 Hetrick, John 10 Higgins, Geri yn 10 Higgins, Michael 9 HiH, Derek 9 Holody, Matthew 10 Holtz, Marci 10 Horvart, AJojzija 10 Horvart, Milos 11 Howza, Michael 9 Huebl, Carolyn 10 Hunt, Louis 9 Hutchison, Laura 11 Hybl, Gregory 11 Hynes, Jennifer 10 lacovoni. Sue 11 Isgro, Frank 11 Jarosz, Julie 9 Jary, Elizabeth 11 120 Student Parking In the early-morning hours before school, students have to find an answer to the never- ending question-Where to park the car! In recent years, policy has been developed to regulate parking. This al- lows seniors who live a great distance from the school, or those who have car pools, to park in the school parking lot. The idea is to lessen the amount of tardies to homeroom. It helps to park in back, states senior Kevin Pyden, especially with acarpool, because when you're late, it's easier to make it to homeroom on time. Seniors who are not issued parking permits In anxious anticipation of the Prep Bowl half-time show, freshman Drum Major Kristi Fournier stands at attention before the band. Photo by: Craines for the school lot have access to park at Levagood, along with all other students who drive. Unfortunately, there are quite a few students who dislike parking at Levagood because they have to cross over Silvery Lane. It's hard to stay patient with all the cars whizzing by, says junior Brent Hemker, However, several students see its good points. I think it's more convenient than parking on Silvery Lane because you don't have to rush to get out of the way, comments junior Monique Ellison. With these two lots, all students have enough room to park. However, this year the marching band changed its practice area to the school lot. This meant that from 3 to 5 Mon- day thru Thursday and 1 to 3 on Fridays, stu- dents were not allowed to park there. Much controversy arose from this, especially from stu- dents who participated in after-school activities. To settle this problem, anyone that was caught parking there was given detention. I'm usually gone before band prac- tice begins, states sen- ior Tricia Konchal, so the new rule doesn't bother me. As Divine Child con- tinues to grow and ex- pand, the abundant parking facilities may lessen. As always, the students will learn to ad- just to whatever circum- stance may arise. They will continue to look for an answer to the never- ending question-Where to park the car.'O By: T. Cruchala Colorfully displaying the summer's latest fashions, soph- omores Carla Boyd, fenny Bartnick, and Julie Palise and juniors Laura Slocum, Julie Currier, and Kim Cuibord head toward the Cafeteria. The occasion for the outfits was Tourist Day during Spirit Week. Photo by: T. Cruchala Deep in thought, sophomores John Krakowiak and Jim Schultz work on homework in Study Hall. Having a study gave them the opportunity to reduce the amount of work Photo by: C. Romeo Underclass 121 I 'i What is happening Most of us aren't our choice what path to society? So much has willing to listen , to take we want to follow, changed since we were suggestions. Maybe if Our parents have a kids. This is probably we were more open to great impact on us, but the most common learn from others, mis- high school is the time thought expressed by takes wouldn't be so to start making our own most of our parents, costly. Senior Michelle decisions, said Senior Some think that drugs, Borchanian agreed, I Janice Canavan. alcohol, and peer pres- feel that the S.A.D.D. Students find the sure are the reasons be- (Students Against Driving pressures coming from hind this change. But, Drunk) group at Divine all over. There's so are they right? Studies Child could work better much to consider in have shown that chil- if people got over the making a decision that dren as young as fifth negative conotation of will affect our future, and sixth graders are the group. We're not but those are the con- being exposed to drugs saying don't drink; we sequences of growing and alcohol daily. just don't want you to t p.Q gy. p Butler Substance abuse has drive while drinking. become a common fac- The academic pres-I tor in our lives, affecting sures are so strong, us whether or not we sometimes it's really directly participate. Ev- hard to handle, said Ju- eryone has an opinion nior Rob Landrum, on the subject. There's too much Freshman Chris work and not enough Wojciechowski com- time off. mented, I feel that it's So much influences Go Falcons .Beat Rice! up to the individual if he she wants to partici- pate or not; it's their personal choice. our lives: education, parents, peers, sub- stance abuse, politics and the economy. It's Cheering until the end are D C. students, hoping for a victory. D C. lost in the last minute to Brother Rice in Prep Bowl '86. Photo by: Craines Stirring up trouble are juniors Chad Cunningham and Kevin Yurkus. They weren’t quite sure what Chemistry had in store for them Photo by: K. Wells If he tells you there is no ele- vator don't beleive him. Con- fused on her first day is Fresh- man Jennifer Gladd asking for directions from Junior Steve Simoncic. Photo by K DiNatale 122 Underclass 9 fezuit, Kathleen 11 Johnston, Karen 10 Jordan, Arthur 11 Jordan, Mark 11 Kajkowski, Jason 9 KaJchik, Thomas 11 Kalita, Bernadette 9 Kalita. Cynthia 11 Kaminski, Richard 11 Kane. Jeff 11 Kane, Jeffery 9 Kane. Michael 11 Kama. Debbie 11 Kapla. KeHy 10 Kapla. Mary 10 Karas, Paul 10 Karl, Armand 11 Karl, Denise 10 Keane, Douglas 11 Kenrick, Gerard 10 Kerry, Julie 10 KesJer, David 11 Kidwell, Amy 10 Kltlinski, Darek 10 Klask, Andrea 10 Klavon, Kenneth 10 Klemow, Jennifer 9 Kleinow, Stephanie 9 KJey, Amy 11 Kley, Kelly 10 Knowles, Brian 10 Kolasa, Rebecca 10 Kostin, Renee 10 Kovacs, Chris 11 Kovacs, Jason 10 Krakowiak, John 11 Krakowiak. Robert 9 Krall, Eric 10 Krashovetz, MicheUe 9 Kraus, Kimberly 9 Kruze, Jessica 10 Kryszko, Barbara 9 Kucharczyk, Dennis 11 Kucharczyk. Kevin 9 Kucharski, Ethan 10 Kudla, Michael 11 Kummert. Kathleen 9 Kurek, Jeffery 9 Kwasny, Keith 10 Kwilos, Janet 10 LaPalm, Mark 10 LaPointe, Dawn 11 LaPointe, Renee 9 LaPointe, William Outside Pressures 123 Students are becom- ing increasingly involved in sports outside of school. This is partially because non-school related activities offer a greater variety of sports and people. At the same time, they lessen the amount of pressure and stress. Many stu- dents feel that these sports are refreshing combinations of people, competition, challenges, and fun. Senior Tami Brozek commented Although I am involved in sports at DC., I have found time to participate in commu- nity basketball-it's alot of fun with no pres- sure. Many extra- curricular's, such as ski- ing, swimming, karate, and figure-skating, offer enjoyment for the leisure athlete, while si- multaneously adding a competitive edge for the more serious athlete. These sports of- fer students a chance to meet the challenge to• succeed and perform on an individual level. But due to the high cost and lack of space, Di- vine Child does not have the facilities to of- fer more individualized sports. As senior Chuck Lougheed feels, 7 never really found a sport affiliated with the school that I did well in. That's probably because my talents He in other sports; such as skiing. Divine Child students are joining city recreation teams for sports such as soccer, baseball, softball, and basketball. As a membet of a recreation basket- ball team, senior Dan Wadowski stated, Rec. hoops is awesome! It's a great time for the boys to get together and further their basketball talents; both fundamentally and tactfully. With the growing popularity of sports outside school, will D C. find a place in the busy athletic program? Only the future can tell. Meanwhile, a number of students whose activities don't fit into the athletic program are utilizing their talents in extra- curricular sports. □ By: K. Marsh Going in for the layup against Rick Egnatios is Dave Ogarek, while Greg Marquardt looks on. The seniors are members of opposing recreational basketball teams consisting mainly of D C. students. Photo by: D. Stechschulte Photos by: K Wells Enjoying spare time before class are sophomores Kristi Birchmeier and Carrie Nagi. The girls took full advantage of the four minutes to catch up on the latest gossip. Taking time out to catch a wave-D.C.H. style-is senior Scott Bug Gray, along with junior Jim Sullivan. Homecom- ing’s Moonlight Cruise theme was the inspiration behind the show of talent 124 Sports Outside of School 7 7 Landrum, Robert 10 Lange, Jennifer 7 7 Lanning, Joyce 10 Lasecki, Jefferson 9 Launi, Mario 11 Leahy, Beth Anne 9 Leahy, Patrick 9 Lemke, Mary 7 7 Lentz, Michael 9 Levy, Victoria 11 LiHey, Kirk 10 LiHey, Kristyn 10 Um, Gregory 10 Linderman, John 11 Lipnitz, Douglas 9 LoUo, Maria 11 Longe, Monica 11 Lopez, James 11 Lovett, Ray 9 Machon, Kimberly 9 Mack, Gregory 9 Madaleno, Jeffrey 11 Madaleno, Gregory 11 Majeske, Julie 9 Majka, Anthony 11 Makowski, Matthew 11 Makowski, Michael 11 Marchetti, Donna 9 Marchetti, Julie 9 Marek, Lisa 10 Marker, Lisa 9 Marquette, Jennifer 10 Marroso, Jennifer 11 Marroso, Melissa 11 Martin, Cathy 9 Martin, Jeffrey 11 Marusak, James 11 Masson, Christine 9 Matti, James 9 Mayette, Timothy 10 Mazur, Robert 11 McAllister, Andrea 10 McCann, Erika 11 McCann, Michael 10 McCarthy, Kathleen 10 McConnell, Stacy 10 McFee, Mary 9 McFee, Melissa 10 Mclnnis, Brian 11 McLaughlin, Daniel 11 Meade, Colleen 9 Meade, Mark 10 Mentley, Adam 10 Meyers, Mark Underclass 125 Mianecki, Marcia 9 Micallef, Annette 11 Micallef, leanne 9 Michel, Catherine 9 Michon, Robert 11 Mielke, Cynthia 11 Mikolajczyk, Pamela 10 Mikonczyk, Michael 11 Mikonczyk, Michele 9 Millington, Michael 10 Mlot, Michael 11 Morabito, lames 10 Morabit o, Rick 11 Morelli, Amy 9 Morelli, Lori 11 Morris, Jeffrey 9 Mulcahy, Anne 9 Mulcahy, Scott 11 Mulholland. Karen 10 Mulvihill, Michael 9 Murphy, Colleen 9 Murray, AHeen 10 Murray, Maureen 10 Myszkowski, Lynda 10 Nagi, Carolyn 10 Nagy, Kristin 9 Naibert, Andrea 11 Nasiatka, Kristine 11 Neault, Ann 9 Neault, Daniel 11 Nenninger, demon 11 Ninkovich, Melissa 10 Nolte, Suzanne 11 Noonan, Joseph 11 Novak, Leah 9 Nowak, Kevin 11 Oberstaedt, Laura 10 O’Connor, Kathleen 9 O'Donnell, Cheryl 10 O'Donohue, Christopher 10 O'Hagan, Christopher 10 O'Keefe, Kelley 10 O'Leary, Dennis 11 Olis, Dennis 11 OHverio, Deborah 11 Oliverio, Lisa 10 Oliverio, Michael 9 Olszewski, Kelly 10 Opolski, Gregory 10 Oster, Dorothy 9 Pacholski. Jennifer 10 Palise, Julie 10 Palka. Laurence 10 Pallozzi, Michael 11 126 Underclass la Q oa! Let's say it's a Friday night, and you have had a tough week of school. A few of your friends come over and want to go out. An hour later, you find yourself out painting the town, dining in elegant restau- rants or maybe even just at a sub shop. Where do young peo- ple go out to eat? What are their favorite hangouts? The answer usually depends on what's go- ing on ahead of time. For example, after foot- ball games, one of the favorite eateries is Taco Bell, where students indulge themselves with Burritos or Nachos. Then, again, there's al- ways Pizza Flut or, for some. Creek Town with its famous Gyros. After basketball games. Good food, friends and fun are present as senior Mike Murray socializes with Nadia Brenner, a student at I Immaculate Heart High School | in Hollywood, California. McDonald's on Tele- graph Rd. draws many students. As sophomore Jenny Bialy stated, Getting together after school activities is a great way to be with your friends. A recent poll done among students shows that pizza is still one of the most popular foods around. The choice of resturants for pizza varies from Pizza Hut to Little Caesar's. Other popular choices include Buddy's Pizza, Busciemis, Pizzuti's, or even Mother's Pizza in down- town Windsor. Junior Deanna Vella said, Go- ing out for pizza always seems to turn out to be a lot of fun. Hamburger places are also a favorite of fast- food lovers. Your choices range from McDonald's to A W, Hardee's, Burger King, Wendy's, or White Cas- tle. I think it's great to get together with a bunch of your friends and go out to eat. For the finer things in life, students choose more fancy restaurants. Finer restaurants offer more formal and subtle surroundings for group get-togethers. Favorites include: T. G. I. Friday 's, Fairlane Charlie's, Moun- tain Jack's, Kernan's, Silky Sullivan's, The Chambertain, or Mike Kelly's Landing. Xochimicos is one of our favorite places to go when we want to go someplace fancy. It costs more, but it's worth it sometimes, stated Senior Ray Schreiber. Whether it's pizza or prime rib, teens love to go out to eat. Fortu- nately, our area gives us a variety of restaurants from which to choose. Some of the best times we have is when we go out to eat. No matter where we go, we al- ways have fun, con- cluded junior Gabrielle Senatore. □ By: C. Lougheed Offering a more exclusive setting, T.C.I.Friday's stands in the heart of Dearborn, near the Fairlane Town Center. Finer resturants seemed to be increasingly popular among upperclassmen Photo by: C. Lougheed While attending a social gath- ering, seniors Dan Wadowski and Pat Kosowski satisfy their appetites. Weekends often offered a time for students to get together and enjoy themselves. Photo by: L Butler Food 127 Pappas, Deanna 11 Pappas, Mark 9 Paras, left 11 ParrineHo, Elizabeth 10 Partee, Laura 11 Partee, Michael 11 Patrosso, Kimberly 11 Peed, Paolo 10 Pegg, left 10 Peitz, Judith 10 Percha, Nanette 9 Persiconi. David 11 Peruchietti. Maria 10 Peters, Susan 10 Philippart, Timothy 9 Pia, Simone 11 Pierzynski, Richard 10 Pizzuco Karen 11 Ploch, Mary lo 10 Poli, Angela 11 Polidori, Nicole 10 Ponagai, Ed 9 Ponto, Robert 11 Ponto, Shannon 10 Porco, Jack 9 Porco, Samuel 10 Portelli, Michele 10 Pratt, Troy 9 Pressel, Aaron 9 Progar, Deanna 9 Przybylo, Robert 10 Ptasznik, Anthony 10 Quinn, Robert 9 Quinn, Thomas 9 Radwan, Susan 11 Raju, Sindu 9 Randinitis, Kathy 11 Razzaque. Detdra 9 Reed. Catherine 10 Reed, Christopher 11 Rekowski, Stephen 10 Remski, Howard 10 Rhodes. Ryan 10 Rioux, Jeanette 9 Roach, Bryan 10 Robb, Scott 9 Rodman, James 9 Rodriguez, Derrick 9 Roman, Nikki 11 Roperti, Carla 10 Ross, Robert 10 Ross. Thomas 11 Rothaar, Sarah 9 Rotole, Paul 9 128 Music Music, that incredible sound which sets the feet a-tappin' and the hands a-clapp in'. It's heard everywhere we go: at home, in our cars, in restaurants, in stores. Music is, as a sophomore student ex- plained, What makes the world go 'round. We should listen to all types of music, because it represents our culture and the standards we live by. In a poll given toone homeroom in each grade level, five ques- tions were asked, which were based on musical preferences. The top choices of each grade were tabulated and the school's favorites were Facial expressions show all. as sophomores Nicki Polodori and Matt Throm enjoy their first Homecoming dance. Photo by: Craines chosen. The first question dealt with favorite types of music. The number one choice was Top Forty. When asked why, junior Kathy Waldchen replied, It's up-beat and lively and really great to dance to. The next question dealt with rating a favorite group and it ended in a tie. The two choices were Van Halen and INXS. The third question ranked favorite female singers and the surprising winner was Belinda Carlisle, the for- mer lead singer of The Cogo's. Belinda is a relatively new solo sing- er, who hit it big last summer with her hit, Mad About You. Phil Collins, David Lee Roth and Billy Joel all were tied for favorite male singer. As one could see, this was definitely a diversi fed group, ranging from serious to outrageous. When asked about the three performers, student replies were varied as to why they are so popular. Freshman Jeff Beuckelaere said, I like David Lee Roth's music because, he's not real hard rock and he's not real soft either. He really expresses his opinions freely and doesn't fol- low the trends. When asked about singer- songwriter, Phil Collins, senior Michelle Borchanian said, 7 can really relate to what he's trying to say through his music. It says a great deal about life and relationships. Veteran Billy Joel still has a loyal following and has recently returned to the music scene □ By: C. Romeo Showing off their musical talents is the group Destina- tion. Junior Steve Simoncic sang one of the groups' origi- nal numbers at the Christmas dance. Photo by: C. Romeo Juniors Michael Lentz and Cathy Martin move to the beat of Destination. Having a live band proved to be quite successful, as the students enjoyed the change in pace from using a dee-jay Photo by: C. Romeo Underclass 129 Rowland. Jeffrey 10 Rudzinski, Jennifer 9 Rudzinski, Michael 10 Rusinowski. Leigh 11 Ryckebusch, Michelle 10 Rynicki, Tom 11 Salisbury, Timothy 9 Sail, Stanley 10 Samborski, Michelle 11 San del, Mike 11 Sawyer, Sonia 10 Scalf, Matt 10 Scarpace, Lisa 10 Scarpace, Lucta 9 Schira, Stephen 10 Schhck, Jessica 9 Schneider, Rachel 9 Schnieders, Kevin 9 Schramek, Martin 11 Schramek, Thomas 9 Schultz, James 10 Scotland, Samantha 11 Scott, Jeffery 9 Segedi, Tricia 9 SeidJer, Philippe 9 Sezewski, David 10 Sellar, Heather 9 Sellar, Kelly 11 Senatore, Gabrielle 11 Seurynck, John 11 Sharkey, Jessica 9 Sheridan, Melissa 11 Shevock, Christine 10 Shortt, Erin 10 Shuman, Katherine 11 Shuman, Kristine 10 Siegenthaler. Sandra 10 Siekierzynski, Amy 10 Siekierzyski, Steven 11 Simeone, James 10 Simoncic, Steven 11 Smkevics, Melissa 9 Slocum, Laura 11 Small, Stephanie 10 Smearman, Matthew 9 Smith, Pat 9 Smoltz, Craig 11 Smoltz, Jennifer 9 Snyder, Case 9 Sobieski. Eugene 10 Sopko. Shannon 10 Soranno, Carissa 11 Spunar, Louise 9 Sroka, Michael 10 130 Underclass QcsoA ''Homework assignment due tomor- row. Test at the end of the week. Don't forget you have a long- term assignment due at the end of the month. These are some of the things that students hear daily. It may sound easy because it is spread out, but multiply that by a factor of 5, 6, or 7. Then throw in a few extracurricular activities and a job. Suddenly, one runs into problems of finding enough time to study. Students must budget their time, and that sometimes can be as difficult as budgeting Hands-on experience is one of the best study habits, as these freshman in IPS are finding out. This lab familiarized them with weighing techniques. Photo by: T. Aitkens U.S. government spend- ing. Most students, however, do find the time to study, since over 90% of the student body goes on to college. Study habits differ from student to student. Some students take the direct route and do it as soon as they get home from school or an activ- ity. As Dan Assenmacher said, Study habits are very good to acquire now in high school because they'll help you with further studies in life. But being involved in activities and maintaining many friendships con- flicts with good study habits. As Becki Turner remarked, Studying can be a burden while one tries to remain socially active. Other students try to get by doing as little homework as pos- sible but maintain a descent grade point average. Mike Eicher re- marked, I try to avoid studying whenever can and do a good job at it. Whatever choice a student makes about his or her study habits, it is usually suited to the in- dividual. Some people will get things done right away while others will procrastinate, putting pressure on themselves to get it done. But the fact is that they all,m hopefully, end up at the end of the tunnel on graduation dayU by: D. Zaremba Senior Barb Sroka gets some homework completed during study hall. Study halls could be one of the more important classes because students saved valuable time after school. Photo by: C. Lougheed Taking a break from her studies is junior Kim Guibord. Sometimes the monotony of homework needed to be broken up. Photo by: C. Lougheed Study Habits 13 7 These are the best years of your life. These may be the best years but they certainly are filled with many dif- ficult and trying times. Pressures fill everyone's lives—from pressures at home to pressures with friends and pressures at school. Students face pres- sures from parents to get good grades. Some students delay bringing home report cards to avoid getting grounded. Parents press their teen- agers to make responsi- ble decisions. They are expected to choose the best friends for them- selves while keeping in mind the parents' feel- ings for the friends. Another pressure stu- dents face from parents is rules. Students must observe curfews. There are many nights young adults race home to be in on time. Students must also be aware of attitudes toward their parents and attitudes of their parents. If the two fail to coincide, the pressures increase. Parents also expect plenty, from making a good career decision all the way down to mak- ing a decision on how much time to devote to homework. Peer pressure is a stu- dent's worst enemy. High schoolers experi- ence many different types of peer pressures; good to bad, significant to irrelevant, crucial to unimportant. Some wor- ry about the way they look, the way they dress, or the way they act. For others, it is drinking or doing drugs. SADD president, Matt Schultz commented, If people could only think for themselves, the peer pressure problems would dissolve. Teenage life is hard. Ju- nior Dave Boes stated, Teens need to feel ac- cepted. They change the way they are simply to conform with the group. Pressures at school create another student stress area. Students find that all teachers decide to give a test on the same day or make a big assignment due the next day or even give tons of homework on the night of a big game. Students must gauge their time wisely to do homework, be with friends, and work on long-term assignments. Teachers expect much from students and many give that much. □ By: K. Stoops Anatomy and Physiology is really getting to Senior Rob Shurmur's head, (and so is the desk.) The class was discussing topics of the human body. Photo by: K Stoops n 132 Pressures English Lit pressures students to read such complex pieces as .-Beowulf, TheCanterbury Tales, and MacBeth. Exams tested all their knowledge throughout the year. Photo by: K. Stoops Under the pressures of a big test, luniors lulie Majeske and Kim Cuibord cram in the Home Ec. room. Kim is taking a short rest while Julie looks in disgust at the camera. Both of them did fine on the test and the two are having continued good success. Photo by: K. Wells 10 Stagg, Kathleen 11 Stansell, Anna Marie 10 Starosciak, Mark 9 Stec, Randell 9 Stechschulte, David 9 Stedman, Peter 9 Steffes, Ronald 11 Steffke, Bethany 11 Sterbenz, John r 10 Sterbenz, Scott 10 Stone, Joseph 10 Stoops, Katherine 9 Stuckey, Christopher 9 Sudek, Susanne 11 Sillivan, James 9 Supena, Aileen 11 Suspeck, Jeffrey 9 Szabo, Michelle 9 Szabo, Nicole 11 Szkutnicki, Judith 10 Szpunar, Kristin 10 Szuch, Steven 9 Taraskiewicz, Mary 11 Taraskiewicz, Patricia 10 Taylor, Deborah 10 Teer, Edward 9 Temes, Kenneth 10 Terry, John 9 Terry, Lori 10 Terski, William 10 Thibault, Denise 10 Thibault, Scott 11 Thibault, Timothy 11 Thomas, Mary 9 Thomas, Tracy 10 Throm, Matthew 9 Tomassini, Joseph 9 Tomassini, Nicole 9 Tommolino, Heather 10 Toth, Anne 11 Toth, Thomas 10 Toy, Andrew 9 Toy, Jennifer 9 Trapp, Kevin 11 Tucker, Joseph 10 Tucker, Margaret 11 Turner, Kenneth 11 Turner, Rebecca 11 Twehues, Brenda 10 Uetz, Jennifer 9 Ullman, Christopher 10 Valade, Julie 9 VaUecoccia, Cianni 11 Vaughan, WiUiam Underclass 133 %tTUr Selection The waiting, the hunger, the gnawing emptiness... And finally , lunch! This is the one hour of the day that all students en- joy. I really enjoy lunch hour ' says junior Laura Hutchison, because this is a time to talk with friends and do homework. Not only is lunch a time for students to fill their empty stomachs, but also a time to sit back relax, and have a conversation with friends. There are three lunches a day, during 4th, 5th, and 6th hours. Each lunch lasts a half hour, no matter how long classes are. In previous years, stu- dents waited in line for up to twenty minutes to get a hot lunch, and needed to rush to finish their food before the bell. Last year the ser- vice was so slow, commented sophomore Carrie Nagi. You really didn't have time to re- lax. As soon as you had your food, they were dismissing you! This year, a whole new cafeteria system was installed. It pro- vided faster service, lower prices, and a greater selection of food. Now, with two cash registers and a double service line stu- dents can have their food in five minutes, leaving plenty of time to relax. Along with the faster service comes a much better food selection. A student can purchase chips, crackers, sandwiches, fresh fruit, pudding, salad, and the usual pizza, hot dogs and fries. This year's selection is a lot better than last year's, com- mented sophomore Mel Cronenwett, and the prices are really great. The only thing missing is last year's Falcon Burger! A lot of students do appreciate the new sys- tem, but some feel last year's food selection was better. I don't think they should have changed a lot of the food, stated sopho- more Kristi Birchmeier, even if they lowered the prices. The Cafeteria, with its new system and relaxing atmosphere, will contin- ue to be the students' favorite hour of the day.U By: T. Gruchala In preparation for the dance that evening, junior Kim Patrosso and sophomore Mark Meyers design appropriate decorations. The hard work of those in charge always paid off with a successful dance. Photo by: T. Gruchala Paulette Wojciechowski relaxes in the cafeteria with her homework. The cafeteria provided a comfortable atmosphere for students who needed to work Photo by: K Wells junior Sam Scollard carefully counts change for sophomore Chris O'Donohue, as junior Mark Jordan looks on The cafeteria provided a perfect place to station fund-raising events Photo by: C. Romeo 134 Underclass 77 Vella. Deanna 10 Vente. Deanne 10 Vetting, Joseph 10 Vogler. Lisa 10 Votpe, James 11 Wadowski, Dave 11 Wadowski, Krystin 11 Waide hen, Kathy 11 Walker. Nancy 11 Was. Elizabeth 9 Was, Julie 11 Waskiewicz, Catherine 10 Watson, Suzanne 10 Webster, Donald 9 Wehling, James 11 Wejroch, David 10 Wejroch, Eric 10 Wells, Eric 11 Wernimont, Karen 77 Westfal, Carolyn 11 Whalen, Michelle 10 White, David 9 Williams, Heather 10 Williams, Kevin 11 Williams, Shelley 9 Wilson, Karyn 9 Wimsatt, David 10 Winterhalter, George 11 Winterhalter, Karen 9 Wisniewski, Mary Kathryn 11 Wisniewski, Matthew 10 Wisniewski, Ronald 9 Wojciechowski, Christopher 10 Wojciechowski, Paulette 11 Wolan. Conrad 10 Wolocko, Sherry 11 Wolski, Carol 9 Wong, David 10 Wood. Karen 10 Woodman, Scott 9 Woods, Scott 10 Wrobel, Michael 9 Wrobel. Scott 9 Yesh, Samantha 9 Yezbick. Mark 11 Yezbick, Michelle 11 Yurkus. Kevin 9 Zafarana. Paul 11 Zaleski, Matthew 9 Zaleski. Jennifer 9 Zerilli. Kelly 9 Zitny, Dennis 9 Zurawski, Clare 11 Zurawski, Matthew Lunches Lunchtime 135 Europe Beckons Students for Week Vacations Traveling to foreign lands often remains only a dream for many. This year a number of students turned into a reality, travelling to such European cities as Killarney, Dublin, London and Paris. During Easter Break two groups traveled abroad: Miss Kelly, Mr. Monea, Mr. Lesnau, and Mr. O Donohue ac- companied their group of 38 stu- dents to Ireland and England, while Sr. Christen, Sr. Cynthia, Sr. Cecilia, Mrs. Chervenak, Ms. Dubois, Mr. and Mrs. Nolte, and Mrs. Schukwit toured England and France with their group of 21 students. The groups experienced many varieties of transportation on their journeys.Those who hadn't previously experienced flying were worried about how they would handle it. Would they become very sick or find a new career idea to explore? The others who had flown previously knew what to ex- pect and came prepared, with their medication in hand if they re- quired it. Bus tours were the common mode of transportation. One wouldn't think a bus would be such a terrible thing but, when prolonged, it can be cruel. Junior jeannie Dunne stated, We were on the bus Easter Sunday in Ireland for over five hours. It made most of us pretty sick because of all the hills and curves we encountered. Junior Tina Gruchala commented, The buses made me sick, but all in all, it was a good time to sleep! The London Underground, or sub- way as we usually call it, was an- other form of transportation used by the travelers. It was really ex citing-riding a subway for the first time, said junior Amy Hart. Understanding that the chaperones' first priority was for the well-being of the students was a very important part of the trip They did a good job of organizing and managing the trip, said Dunne. It wasn't all business, though. The chaperones, particular- ly the faculty members, brought 136 Foreign Travel out aspects in themselves not usually seen by students. They were hilarious and great fun to be with, said Hart. Tour guides can make or break a trip, depending upon their knowledge, enthusiasm, and friend- liness. Our tour guide in Ireland, Margaret, and our bus driver, Patrick, were great! They were friendly and courteous and a blast to be with, stated Dunne. Of stu- dents who experienced these two people, most recall the folk songs sung by Patrick the last two days in Ireland. They had such a great impact that some of the students found themselves shedding a few tears on the way to the airport. Our tour guide, Annie, spoke beautiful English, mixed with a French and British accent, said Cruchala. Her favorite statement was 'Wakey, Wakey!' after a long bus ride. Each individual found one country more enjoyable than the other. Of those on the England France trip, France was the preferred country. We spent the majority of our trip here, so there was more time to enjoy it, said Cruchala. Students on the Ireland England trip were more split in their decision. Amy Hart preferred England. Being in the large city of London the entire stay in that country was more enjoy- able to her, whereas, sophomore Shannon Ponto preferred Ireland's beautiful countryside and friendlier people. Many famous sites were seen in these wonderful countries. In France, tourists enjoyed La Tour Eiffel, Notre Dame, and Marie Antoinette's Chamber. Both groups were able to experience the splen- dor of England, such as Westmin- ster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Oxford University, St rat- ford-Upon-A von (Shakespeare's Birthplace), and the great tourist spot. The Hard Rock Cafe. Kissing the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle was a special treat in Ireland, as were visiting St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Ring of Kerry. Each person had a most and least favorite part of the trip. Crossing the English Channel, early curfews, and the long bus rides were among the least favorite. Pil- low fights on the plane between and Detroit and Toronto, meeting new and different peoples, and shopping were among the most fa- vorites. Every trip has a mixture of both bad and good and students were well aware of this. When asked about the trip as a whole, Gruchala said, I had a terrific time! Our group was full of energy, even with the little amounts of sleep we had. Hart added, Not only was it educational, it was a blast! I would love to do it all over aga in □ by T. Aitkens ' Awaiting the ferry which is to take them from England to France are seniors Steve Cupchak, Patty O'Donnell, and Nicole Mentley A good game of cards helped those boring times pass a little more quickly Photo by K. Duffy While riding through the countryside in Ireland, junior Matt Fera uses the quiet time to his advantage Napping on the bus was a great time for students to catch up on their sleep from the long nights and lengthy walking tours Photo by T. Aitkens Atop Montmartre sits Sacre Coeur. Montmartre is known tor its pofxjlalion of starving artists Many of the students on the trip found out just how desperate these artists were when they were harassed to have their portraits drawn for a fee of 300 francs. Photo by K. Duffy A common sight outside Windsor Castle are the Bagpipers. These musicians accompanied soldiers in the traditional changing of the guards Photo by T Aitkens Foreign Travel 137 ACT,SAT e ----------------------- 4 As college fast approaches sen- iors go through many preparations. They spend their year applying to |PWOeges, visiting campuses, filling out applications, and taking stan- dardized tests. The two tests most seniors take are the ACT and the SAT. The ACT, which is required by all Michigan colleges, is an academic test and measures how much a student has already learned. The which is required only if the | studeres applying to out-of-state i colleges, is an aptitude test. It mea- sures how nmrh a person is j capable of learning. Both tests can be taken from the beginning of junior year through the fall of senior year The test scores are sent to the anticipa W I colleges of each student. The tf help the colleges decide whether or not to admit a student arfi also help determine how well Wstudent will do once he or she is in their cottage , 'ft? Reactions to these tWts and their importance were quite similar. Sen- ior Bob Swider st, . don't think these tests fre an adequate determinate of a person's educa- tional capacity.Senior Sue Nissen added, I tmnk colleges should base our ffrrformance on grade : point averages and not on how well we do on just one test. Couiyselor Larry Rivard added, Thoagh students generally dislike : thesy tests, what they don't under- I stand is that they are the one ; uniform measurement colleges can wKse. The students are coming from Wdifferent high schools, which the f colleges know very little about. These tests give them a good assessment of student skills from these schools. □ By: C. Romeo Who says seniors don't have spirit? Seniors Mi- chelle Gee and Franca Tiano got in on the Home- coming festivities, and proved everyone wrong Photo by K Wells Lisa Abdallah Trisha Aitkens Ellen Altesleben Corene Amato Susan Bacigal Michael Barbour Michelle Bartnicki Cheryl Bartys Linda Baughman Damion Bazner Monique Beaudoin Thomas Bidgare Julie Bifano Luigi Bitonti Michael Blaszkiewicz Mario Boccarossa 138 Standardized Tests Can this be a look of excitement? Senior Sue Bacigal makes her way through the cafeteria on way to her favorite class! Photo by K Wells Decorating for Homecoming Dance can take aht of long hours and hard work, as senior Kristan DiFranco quickly realizes The hard work was. well worth the effort, as once again, the gym looked great mj _Photo by C Romeo Seniors 139 The Winter Concert shows off many talents. Seniors Ion Martichuski, Michael Barbour, Cary Janssen, and junior Chris Boudreau formed a Barbershop Quartet. Photo by: K DtNatale 140 Seniors Getting in on Homecoming festivities makes Spirit Week a success. Seniors Michelle Borchanian and Nancy Hammond got into the spirit on Tourist Day Photo by: K. DiNatale Tami Brozek David Bustamante Laura Butler Janice Canavan David Cassatta Thomas Cepko Maureen Chadwick Michele Champagne Walter Chiminski Cheryl Ciarelli Thomas Cieslik Rosetta Cimino Suzanne Collis Michael Conniff Daniel Corrigan Leslie Crist A college education can be very expensive. Many parents have been saving for a long time to send their children to college. Some students have also been working hard for the past few years in order to help pay for their education. Still others wiflw m their way through college. Many students apply for financial aid, take out loans, or apply for schol- arships which are available for various academic, artistic, and athletic acheivements. One hundred seniors were given a poll to determine the most popular ways of saving for In most cases, parents will their children's educatio_ found that man students been working and will continue working inrough college either to }ir own way or to help their rents finance their tuition. Pay- for a college education is s nething that can be costly, but valuable in the long run. AJ- don't have to pay for all the tuifon and boarding fees my- self, I worked during the summer to alleviate the costs for my parents, aid senior lennie Brostek. _______________________ Many but only a In tie over half the sen- iors recene them. Counselor Debbie Cates sJra| There are many scholarships to be had The key to success is to'listen to the announcements about meet the deadlines, and fill jhem out neatly and accuratelyI hose who do receive them have worked hard throughout high scnam in preparation for their future tion. Senior Rosemary Scerpt M said, Receiving a scholarship givl you a sense of accomplishment and pride. All your hard work fi-1 nancially pays off in the future. Q by: S. Strakovits Despite the cold and rainy weather, senior Lisa Rellinger still twirls on with a smile The muddy field didn't prevent an excellent half-time show Photo by: C Schaefer College Savings 141 Explaining that they don't deserve the grades they received, seniors Kim Malec and Kathy Peitz come up with a few interesting explanations Photo by: L Butler Carefully working with the day. Sen- ior Laura Butler attempts to stay clean. This project was her first coil, which later fell apart Photo by: K. DiNatale 142 Seniors Amy DePianche Robert DeWitt lay DeuPree Kristen DiFranco Keith DiNataie Matthew Dimitroff Mary Dubois Richard Duff any Eric Egnatios lames Ervin Diane Fadler Cina Farchione lohn Filiatraut Kathleen Foley Eric Fournier Daniel Froedge Obtaining financial aid is a problem many seniors will face pri- or to the firs year of college, whether one plans to attend an in- state or out-of-state campus. There are many ways to acquire financial aid; scholarships, student loans, and family loans are just a few. Senior Linda Baughman said, Hopefully will qualify for scholarships or will be able to receive financial aid from my college choice. I do not want to get involved in student loans, because I don't want to in debt when graduate.' Some other prograrm M cial aid are Collie Work Study Programs (( I ysP), Michigan Com- scholarship (MCS), Pell r-ra.% and Supplemental Education- Opportunity Grant (SEOG) I dese are just some basic forms of icial aid. ‘ ‘ my students, though, will be unable to receive any type of aid high family income. Some of theseytudents have college funds giveiMp them by their fam- we put their earnings college. other ■ pay for college om their own It's not fair to me or mv education to not be able to receive financial aid due to my father's high income. Lately I’ve been working 30 hours a week to pay for my firs year of college This includes theJ money I've made over the past 4 stated senior Kris Wells. □ By: Vacfi Wearing their gowns for the first time at Jun cM Ring Day ceremonies are seniors Sean Witbamsr Jeff Vachow, and Eric Fournier They obviously paid close attention to the songs. Photo by: L. Munro Financial Aid 143 Finding a match up for a job is sen- ior Dave Cassatt a Computers were used to help students find a career based on their interests and abilities. Photo by C. Lougheed Ready to scoop ice cream at Baskin Robbin's is senior Ellen Altesleben. Many students found part-time jobs to help pay for their essentials or luxuries. Photo by: C. Lougheed 144 Seniors Michael Cay Matthew Gazdecki Michelle Cee Richard Gierczak Joanne Cladd Cindy Colanczyk Jennifer Collon I Scott Cray Adriana Greco Marcia Grezlik Brenda Guenther David Guerriero Christiane Hamilton Nancy Hammond Leanne Hatty Michael Hay Damian Hull Gorden Husted Emilia laquinta Amber Isaacs Gary Janssen Karen Jasukaitis O'h’ Tfrt J Crowing up has its share of diffi- culties and as graduation grows (loser and closer, tensions build about the future. Some seniors will plan to go off to college; others might join the job force right after graduation. For some, care toices are dif- ficult decisions to make, Often tak- ing countless hours of research7 reasoning, and intuition. Then again, for others who know their occupational destiny, these years can be a time to look forward to a life-long career. According to a recent poll taken among seniors, the most popular future occupations ranged from doctors to computer technicians dental assistants, accountants k brokers, veterinarians, or. musicians. To me, any careers a good one as long as youge doing what you like, .statfjg senior John Filiatraut Foig those who have questions ut what field of work to pur- sum the counselor's oft ice otters information about hundreds ot caree Counselors also give ad- vice to students about jobs and 'ifications for employment, to make a wise decision regarding a career, a student has dent at his or her val- ues. persona'ity and what they really want to with their life, stated counselor Ifgbora Gates Students can sometimes get a taste of an occupation by working part-time for a firmjor being an apprentice. Part-time jobs are also a way for students to make money while learning about a trao . Senior Kim Malec said, Part-time Jobs are good because they enable to meet and work with all typ Mu people. '□ By: C. Loughe£ l Eager to listen is counselor Debora Gates as s ilL gives advice to senior Gina Monteleone about a' career. The counselor's office offered books on hundreds of careers. Photo by: C. Lougheed Career Choices 145 Instate, out-ofstate, financial aid, majors, co-oping... the confusion surrounding the many colleges often Wiethe choices of W meto attend very muddled. One way to sort through the cha- os is with college visitations. Almost all colleges have guided tours which prospective students may take. Many others go even further: putting the students up overnight in the dorm, allowing visitors to attend classes and even giving out complimentary tickets to event. may feel that one can information about a actually going there. To experience he essence of any place, one neeu to be tmosi is important.' stated senior Mentley. who visited the campu ‘«6f Central, apdj tem Michi can determine whether I can fit in and whether it will meet mx -reds for the next four years. 7 eyier- One of the more Wfen ve tr n visited colleges in fo very imoor m insights as to dress (a of attitude), Wcademic programs s, professors and comnw ml Wality. college is more than just tm number of courses offered size of the campus; it is a tality, an attitude. The true of a university cannot be [pressed in a pamphlet or in a bone conversation. To believe it, one must see it JO By: L. Twehues The break between classes allows time Tor relaxation and a smile. Seniors Michelle Gee and Tami Brozek stopped for a brief talk in the corridor. Photo by Vachow 146 Campus Visitations Nancy Kenney Theresa Klask Pamela Klein Cassidy Koch Patricia Konchal Karen Konopatzki Patrick Kosowski . Danielle Krall Kad Krill Rachelle Krochmalny David Kubicek David Lesz Robert Lewis Diane Lokar Charles Lougheed Peter Lynch Kimberly Malec Mary Manos Dina Marchetti hue Mardeusz Charity Marks Gregory Mafquardt Oh, please Not more home work! Senior Monica Michalski shows her indignation to a reminder atxxjt an upcoming assignment. At times, the workload seemed difficult. Photo by: L. Twehues. Decorating can get dangerous, as senior Christiane Hamilton shows Despite such hazards, the fearless crew persisted and with well-praised results. Photo by C Romeo At the start or rr new year, ev- Wfclted to be back. It is a renew old friendships and make some new ones, which adds excitement to school life. Seniors seem to have an extra spark of excitement, with this be- ing their last year here. In home- room, friends are talking about summer experiences, events of the upcoming year, and, the main ncern of these energetic seniors, inning of parties. Just at the lese conversations, a yiselor walks in. A hoover the room, [ds there, miors, bat JTalk fStu- their guidance coc dead silence com The counselor stTfi looking down over the n who stare back, wondering vT will come next. It's time to about college applications. 1 dents groan and continueji conversations. Filling out college appli; not the most exciting tl As seniors, Jennifer ColM Marie Martin have take much time anJ pays off in the en lines is extremeM found out the t Applicatior ations is Ting to do. en and Ann Jfound, They but it Meeting dead- important. We fard way. % include the basic ,n °rmat,on such as e, gender, address, P.A., etc.. That is the f WMMt: the time-consuming part )g a resume'. A typed appli- will also help to make a bet- impression, but adds to the factor. The final step is to re- in it to a counselor with a self- addressed envelope. Now, all the student can do is wait, and wait ... and wait. It seems like forever before one ac- i tually hears from a college. But re- ceiving that letter of acceptance , proves that it all pays off, eventually. D By: K. Wells In Anatomy, students get first hand experience. Senior Kns Wells skinned the cat with great skill Photo by. K. DiNatale Kristen Marsh lonathon Martichuski Ann Mane Martin Elizabeth Martin Cathryn Mazur Mary Lou McCuen Marcy McFee Nicole Mentley Michael Meyers Monica Michalski Keith Mikonczyk Ioann Miller Cina Monteleone Michael Murray Mathew Nagi Christine Nersesian 148 College Applications Senior Greg Marquardt and autumnus Wendy Libke, take time out for a picture at the Homecomming dance. Much preparation and spirit made the dance a success. Photo by: O. Kubicek Displaying complete innonence seniors Eric Fournier and eff Vachow patiently sit through another Foods Class. It was dinner with the captain day during Spirit Week. Photo by K. Wells Seniors 149 With a blow pop in his hand, senior David Cuerriero pauses for a mo- ment in the art room. His unusual appearance was a perfect costume for Halloween. Photo by: Vachow Seniors Melanie Tricoff and Michelle Cee take a break before going to lunch. After a rough morning, they appreciated the time to sit down and relax photo by: K. Wells Mk helle Paduch Jennifer Paja Lisa Pegg Cathy Peitz Kendal Phillips Natalie Polidori Thomas Progar Kevin Pydyn Virginia Read Lisa Rellinger Loretta Remski Brenda Riddell James Roggenbeck Christine Romeo Michael Romeo Joseph Roperti Carla Rotole Frank Rubino Lisa Ryber David Rymas Kathleen Sarb Rosemary Scerpella Many steps occur on the way to growing up. There are many firsts in eveyone's life, like a baby's first step,nje first day of school, first boyfriend 'girlfriend, and one's first car. The climax of this journey comes as a senior; when one's 18th birthday arrives. This turning point has traditionally signified when each of us becomes an adult. After the celebration wears off. one realizes that growth comes with responsibility. Senior Gina Farchione believes, Being 18 it I big change I have moreU bilities, along withW antages meaningful . penings at ,re gj registering for the draftt g a credit card and receiving ;e right to vote. Eighteen is the age of indepen- yce that I have been looking ltd % for a long time. But hat it is here, the nerves are n voting, decisions, and in- ice. People see you as an evty tf you dtp not fe$f like one, I ■ .; r 1987, many seniors fotryMe on $k0f own, at college This adventure will prove to be anot M Step • ' process of growmg m. As senior g will give me the char decisions on my own, par- ent input, it will help more responsible □ | ?nior Sheila Strakovitz sits with her cori omework in study hall. Being prepared tor uter class has taken much time oncentration. photo bv K Wells Turning 18 151 Dressed in graduation gowns, seniors participate in the junior Ring Day mass. Dave Ogarek, Mark Novak and im Roggenbeck seem to have mixed emotions as they think about graduation Photo by: C Lougheed 152 Seniors Here's looking at you kid! Senior Scott Cray could always find time for a smile during study hall. Photo by: C. Lougheed i il m i tJi Gregory Schaefer Patrick Scheff Raymond Schreiber Matthew Shultz Angelique Seidler Mary Jo Seurynk Sheryl Shevock Anthony Shinkonis Robert Shurmer Michelle Simms Jennifer Skwarski Marc Smoltz Marie Soraghan Carmella Spadafora Mario Spadafora Barbara Sroka Catherine Sroka Joann Stagg Deborah Stanley Theresa Stapel Daniel Stechshulte Kevin Stoops As graduation day approaches, many thoughts pass through sen- iors' minds. Where do I go from here? How will I cope with all of my friends going awav to school? Is college right for me? Hopefully, these questions will be answered by the time of gradu- ation. There are different ways to go about planning for the future. Senior Diane Lokar said, I spent a lot of time thinking, visiting colleges and working part time after school to see what was right for me. Taking on new responsibilities such as these gives students a vi what will make thei U enjoyable. ________________ The Guidan M also jrmo to be an excellent aid ■’ piffling for the years to come, provide several opportunities career seminars and personal 'unseling which help seniors make right decisions .’• last months before seniors ate are very precious. It is oir ,asi time that they will be to- gtjH-a class. When asked how she -elt about leaving so many !h d, Julie Bifano said, It is going to tm hard, but know mi, uch; you never lose good mends' or seniors, this is no , Tiber. However, they have their | look forward to □ L. Ryber Having a little snack are seniors Mary ou XlcCuen and John Filia traut Eating is always pastime of students Photo by: K. WeUs Graduation Preparations 15J ic {'hlc It's back again-that feeling that hits seniors on their spring break It's an urge to travel, whether to a place in the sunbelt, on the ski slopes or in a foreign land. A large portion of students go to Florida to soak up the sun and natime with friends. The popular cities in Florida, to which teens migrate yearly, are Daytona and Fort Lauderdale. Senior Adriana Greco commented on Florida fun, I met a lot of new people and had some great times that I'll never forget. Other sun spots are the Bahamas, Hawaii and California. I' TJbese serve as alternatives for people who’ve been to Florida previously. Shari Bosman, who chose this route, said, I was ready to go someplace new and exciting, but still get a tan. School-sponsored trips offer an excellent means for students to travel abroad. For instance, Ms Kelly takes a group to Germany every year. Sister Cynthia, who teaches French, offers a trip to France. Mary Lou McCuen traveled to Europe last year and stated, I learned so much while traveling to foreign countries. Ms Cindy Madry, art teacher, certainly ap- proves of foreign travel: I'm really glad to see that some seniors have grown up enough to consider go- ing different places and really want to sight-see. She has sponsored various foreign trips in the summer. In general spring break can cre- ate memories that will always be cherished, whether or not one decides to travel. Carefully deciding and considering all the factors aboft with whom one goes, IIWffl re they go, or if they go at all, •Igap� , therefore, very important. Sen- ior Mark Novak summed it up, 7Ve been looking forward to my f senior spring break all through high school, so I'm going to put a lot of thought into those few weeks. by: L. Ryber Taking advantage oi a little free time during Ce- ramics class are seniors Laura Butler, leff Vachow, Amy laquinta, Liz Martin, Mary Lou McCuen and Linda Ternes. Art classes proved to be tx)th edu- cational and relaxing for students. Photo by: L Ryber 154 Spring Break Sheila Strakovits Steven Suchyta Robert S wider Steven Szuba Kevin Szuper Linda Ternes foseph Terry Scott Thomas Franca Tiano David Tomilo John Townson Melanie Trico ff Lori Tweheus leffrey Vachow Margret VanHouten Anthony Vella Dennis Vogel Daniel Wadowski Cail Waldorf Kristen Wells Ellen Wiland Karen Williams tm Are seniors Amber Isaacs and Ann Marie Marlin dressed for spring break in Octoberf Actually, the two girls were in traveling attire for Tourist Day of Spirit Week. Photo by: C. Lougheed Through rain or shine. Divine Child seniors faithfully supported the foot- ball team. Here, seniors Jennifer Wimsatt, Patty O'Donnell, and Linda Baughman watch the rainy home- coming mej hoto by: C. Lougheed Seniors 155 I Class Song - Class Flower - Class Colors - Class Patron - Class Motto - Times to Remember by Billy Joel Pink Rose Scarlet and Silver St. Dominae, patron saint of children You cannot discover new oceans until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore. 1983 freshmen Christie Niebuhr and Julie Mardeusz enjoy the new all-fresh- Even as sophomores, the Class of 1987 shows great spirit. This enthusiasm man fourth hour lunch Sadly, Christie left Divine Child when she was a allowed them to complete amazing deeds, such as becoming the first class to junior. sell its quota of calenders four years in a row. 156 Seniors Shawn Williams Scott Willis ennifer Wimsatt Kose Wojciechowski Patricia Worrall Kenneth Wydtck Thomas Zakerski 10c Saturday night football games, late night exam-cramming: crowded lunch hours--all these aspects come together to produce what is known as the best years in ones 1ife, the high school years. Four years of struggling wJTfrCPA 's, curfews and teachers, peppered with friends, dances and week- ends. Although at times, it feels like forever, it is not long before senior year arrives and shows a light at the end of the tunnel These years give friendship, growth and even knowledge. No one leaves untouched. In 1983, 209 lost freshnr entered Divine Child, naix M hopeful about what y ahead. Early on, they tc k on a distinc- tion ( ■ !hn: own. Working with the oth classes, they helped to reviwt spirit in the student council end other extracurricular activities- luding the 1985 state football championship, the 1986 girls bask- etball championship, and the first girls of ley ball team The Class of 1987 ha shone with success. said senior Su anne Collis. The class ex- celle and acadern 1987 experienced a change in cast of its members, lutose who came in as replacement■ brought a new energy with them. T'The decision to transfer to Divine Wii d is one I will never forget, stated senior Michael Hay, who enmred the school as a sophomore Ve per- spective of the newcomers M to balance the class's view of the world. Working together, the 209 viduals soon molded into not on! a class but a family. With support} friendship and love, they encouraged and brightened each other's lives. On May 31, they graduated. With mixed emotions, they left behind the uniforms and part of their identity, ready to give to the world alMkOkL have learned □ 1L People M C tc d D- C. A large part of what sets Divine Child High School apart is its roots in a parish. This gives the school a larger family. The heads of the par- ish family are the clergy. Rev. Her- man W Kucyk, Father Gregory A. Banazak and Rev. Cary Smetanka. The leader of the high school fam- ily is Sr. Christen. These people provide support and guidance dur- ing a many events in the students' lives Besides serving as celebrants dur- ing the high school masses, the priests also bless rings on Junior Ring Day, help induct Student Council officers and lead prayers at pep assemblies. They also come into the school and talk to the classes. Both Father Smetanka and Father Banazak spoke to the Chris- tian Lifestyles classes on such topics as religious vocations and the Church's view on contraceptives. This discussion time provides for During the Ring Day Mass, Father Banazak blesses junior Kelly Sellar 's ring. This blessing provided a religious as well as sentimental significance to class rings. Photo by F. Gaggos interaction between a representa- tives of the Church and a special group of its congregation. Sr. Christen serves as the leader of the high school. She sets policies and acts as an intermedian between the high school and other parts of the parish community. She is also involved in the high school. As a former English teacher, Sr. Christen serves as the advisor for the Curio and during the 1986-87 school year, she partially taught such classes as Applied Creativity an freshmen Honors English. Her in- volvement in the day-to-day life of the high school allows her to keep aware of its changing needs and interests. Four of the most influenda! and powerful figures at Divine Child High School are Father Kucyk, Fa- ther Smetanka, Father Banazak and Sr. Christen. They provide spiritual, emotional and academic guidance for the high school students. Their influence will forever change the lives of the students who attended Divine Child. □ by: L. Twehues 158 Clergy Administration After Ring Day Mass, Father Banazak, Father Smetanka and Father Kucyk lead the juniors in a procession This celebration officially Receiving a blessing from Father Kucyk. is marked the members of the Class of 1988 u nior lulie Ma eske Ju nior Michelle Whalen as Upperclassmen. Photo by E Caggos awaited this honor Photo by E Caggos. Student Council Inductions are incorporated into a mass Sr. Christen, Father Smetanka and Father Kucyk led the celebration Photo by: K DiNatale Allowed a brief moment at the Homecom- ing Game. Father Kucyk indulges in a cup of coffee and some conversation Such events as Homecoming helped to pull together the Divine Child community Photo by E Fournier. Clergy Administration 159 Offices Are the Hubs of D.C.'s Activities It's 7:45 Monday morning and, in the office, the phones are ringing constantly as Sister Veronice pre- pares the daily attendance records. Her response is similar for nearly every parental absence excuse: Yes, Just be sure that she gets a blue slip when she comes in. While sister is busy with the phones, Mrs. Olah rushes to finish typing an administrative letter, while pausing frequently to greet an incoming teacher. All this time. Sister Christen is preparing the morning announcements, and Sister Cecilia is being questioned by an anxious student regarding a grading problem. Sound familiar? This scenario is replayed daily, each morning of the school year. The people who keep organization in the midst of this chaos are the administration and office staff. Sr. Veronice is the school's re- ceptionist; she is responsible for keeping student absence records, answering the telephone and greet- ing visitors. Typing is only a small portion of the duties of Mrs. Lois Olah. As secretary, she maintains student records, including grade and health information, for all four years that a student attends D C. She also types all of Sister Chris- ten's correspondence. As academic dean, Sr. Cecilia keeps an overview of the aca- demic status of all students. It is her responsibility to inform stu- dents and parents if grades fall be- low required levels. She is also an adviser for the National Honor Society. The counseling staff helps stu- dents in areas such as class scheduling, college admissions and career planning. Our counseling staff consists of Mrs. Bonnie Adler, Mrs. Debbie Gates, Mr. Larry Rivard. Each counselor is assigned to about 300 students with Mrs. Adler taking the names A-l, Mrs. Cates with names )-Q, and Mr. Rivard with names R-Z. □ By: Vachow Administrators make important contributions whether in the office or at school functions. At the graduation ceremony. Sister Cecilia and Sister Christen congratulated new alum- na Jennifer Collon. Photo by Craines Mrs. Olah pauses to greet Mrs Bacus as she arrives to teach her fourth hour class. Teachers could always expect a friendly Good Morning! from our secretary Photo by: J. Vachow 160 Office Staff Administration Counseling Early In the school morning Sister Veronice receives an absence excuse from a stu- dent's parent This was a part of every morning's routine. Photo by: left Vachow Office Staff Administration Counseling 161 Teachers Outside D.C. What happens to the faculty after 3:00 p.m. every day? Do they mysteriously disappear into the woodwork? Or, is it possible, that once they leave the walls of Divine Child, they seek out another place of employment? Are there teachers who sincerely love to teach, but need to have another job to survive? Being a teacher isn't always as easy as it seems. Teachers' salaries aren't too high, and during the summer they have no job, which means no income. It almost becomes necessary for the average teacher to take on another job. Being single and having a daugh- ter is hard enough as it is, stated Ms. Cottrell, But with only a teacher's salary, we would never make it, so of course, during the summer I take another job. And it's usually different every year. Many of our staff have other teaching jobs after school at nearby community colleges. Other teachers have jobs at department stores. Miss Kelly, for example, works at Sax Fifth Avenue in the Fairlane Town Center. At various times throught the year, she will ask her students to work at the store taking inventory, which they are paid to do. For many teachers, a job outside school could just be caring for their families. Many of the teachers at D C. are married and have children. This extra responsi- bility most certainly weighs down on them and increases the workload. It means that once they leave the kids at school, they have the kids at home to deal with! During the summer months, oth- er teachers take on a summer job to help provide needed income. For those teachers who are married and whose spouses provide an added income, this isn't as important as for those who are single. To put it in other words, teach- ers are people too! They need money to eat, buy clothes and other things just like normal peo- ple. They take on these other jobs so they can remain teachers, which they do for their students. So take a look...they don't just disappear after school, but they venture out to take on other re- sponsibilities. Thank these other jobs, because they are what keep teachers in the schools, giving the future of America the best educa- tion possible! □ by: T. Gruchala No, it's not a monkey, just Mr. Birchmeier giving another Physics demonstration After years of teaching, Mr. Birchmeier finally- found an effective method for getting through to his students. Photo by: K. Stoops Bonnie Adler, Guidance Counselor Sr. Annuncia, Librarian jacqueline Bacus, English Lydia Baron-K ask, English Joanne Bellaire, Religion Virginia Birchler, Choral Douglas J. Birchmeier, Science Pamela Bourlier Elaine Brisky, English Marcia Closson, English, Guidance Assistant Merri Cullen, Science Sr. Cynthia, French, Religion Clyde Davidson, Industrial Arts Thomas Dawson, Math Eileen Dziadosz, Math Jane Faletti, English, Religion Micheal P. Foye, Art Debbie Gates, Guidance Counselor, French 162 Faculty Never leaving the telephone during the ear- ly morning hours of school is Sr Veronice. Each morning, armed with pen and paper, she took down the names of those that would be absent that day Photo by: T Gruchala Exhausted after a busy morning of scheduling, Sr Cecilia, Mrs. Rivard, Sr. Cynthia and Sr. Maria take time to sit down and relax. The incoming Freshmen had scheduled that morning, which could make anyone tired! Photo by: C. Lougheed Richard Goepp, Science Connie Hansen, Math Marketa Harvey, Science Sr. Helen Therese, Religion Katherine Higgins- Luthman, Science Sr.Josephenia, Home Ec., Clothing Kathleen Kelly; German Sarah Kilcullen, Spanish Mary Anna King, Math Peggy Knuth, Religion Faculty 163 Carefully checking over a student's schedule is Mr. Rivard. After several tries at the com- puter, the counselors finally decided that it was safest to do it by hand. Photo by: C. Lougheed At the end of the winter Choral concert, Mrs. Birchler was awarded with flowers. After teaching at the grade school and in four high school Choral classes, the flowers were well deserved. Photo by: T. Cruchala Michele Kostyshak, French Paul Larose, Religion Gary Lesnau, Social Studies Cynthia Madry, Art Sr. Maria, Computers Marco Monea, Social Studies Lynda Munro, English Cecelia Murphy, Business Cheryl Nelson, Math Sr. Patricia Francis, Math 164 Faculty I Want to be a Teacher! Where do they come from? What provoked them to take on this position of... insanity? Why would anyone want to be a teach- er? When a person thinks of all the work and harassment that a teacher puts up with, it seems al- most a death wish! After speaking to several teach- ers it seems that the basic element needed is enjoyment of the job. It is necessary to want to teach, not just to decide to teach. It seems that as soon as the enjoyment van- ishes, the teacher no longer has the energy or inspiration to teach. On the other side of such situations are teachers who leave the profession, when they don't really want to. Ms. Cottrell, the Does your sweater go below your waist? Watch out! Mr. Smetek is on the prowl, and if you’re not careful, your name could mysteriously appear on the UC list Wednesday morning! Photo by: C. Lougheed American History teacher who joined D.C. second semester, had left Bishop Gallagher at the end of the 85-86 school year to take on another job. After working at this job for half a year, she joined D C. I really thought that I wanted the other job, stated Ms. Cottrell, But I soon realized that teaching was the thing that I loved to do! Being a teacher takes a lot of stamina. They have to get up early every morning, get to school on time, and prepare to face hun- dreds of students every day. They must have lessons prepared and be ready and willing to present the material. They have tons of papers to correct, and tests to make up almost every week, too. Once again, this question is asked of them: Why do they teach? It is question that can never really be answered; but it is apparent that they teach... because they want to. n by: T. Cruchala Lois Olah, Secretery Patricia Poirier, Science, Phys. Ed. Pamela Powers, Math Karen Pritchard, English Sr. Regina Mary, Business Diane Rivard, English Larry Rivard, Guidance Counselor, Bus. Law Linde Shipp, English James Sleight, Social Studies Gregory Smetek, Dean of Discipline Mary Stuckey, Religion Leo Tallieu, Band Sr. Veronice, Secretery Kevin Walters, Religion Wesley Wishart Faculty 165 DC CltAi i Let's take some time out from ur busy school activities and look behind the scenes at the people avho keep DC. looking good. Ev- ry day, the hallways and class- ooms get cluttered by papers, %um wrappers, and other trash. Where does it all go to by the next morning? Who is responsible 'or D.C.'s shining image? Our team of custodians can al- ways be found whisking away the day's wear and tear. The custodial staff works for about three hours a lay, cleaning rooms and polishing Windo wdeaningisoneofth obstf has to done every day as Kathy Leinhart finishes another classroom door The after school cleanup took lot of time, but always got finished. Photo by: C Lougheed hallway floors. They are also re- sponsible for snow removal and setting up for special events in the gym. Another very special person who can be seen around the hallways sweeping up, is Mr. Guido Madaleno. For fourteen years, Mr. Madaleno has been helping out around D.C. with a warm and friendly smile. He can always be found handing out his famous bub- ble gum to students between class- es. When asked about what he likes most to do, he replied, I like coming in and seeing all the kids in between their classes. Everyone is so nice; they're a great bunch of kids. □ By: C. Lougheed 766 Custodians There are do's and don't’s of building main- tenance as graduate lim Piggolt explains This had been Urn's third year on the custo- dial staff. Photo by: C. Lougheed A glance at the next week’s work schedule is taken by sophomore Mario Cuschieri and Bill Stagg Custodial responsibilities also in- cluded basic repairs and maintenance Photo by: C Lougheed The hallways await cleaning as Mrs. Mae Messina prepares the equipment for the day One of the responsibilities of the staff was to keep the hallway floors dean and polished Photo by C. Lougheed On guard to hand out bubble gum is Mr Guido Madaleno. Mr. Madaleno was always ready to cheer up students Photo by: C. Lougheed Custodians 167 166 Ads Community Division Sponsors Lend Encouragement Encouragement is the greatest form of support that any person can receive. Our community division is just that. It isn't just a part of the book that most people would call boring. It is a vital part of our school life. When businesses and professionals advertise in our school publications, they are expressing their support for what the students at D C. do. They__________ Lm jI merchants not only advertise in school publi- cations. but advertise school lunctions as well. For example, many merchants heralded the perfor- mances of Oklahoma! last Spring by placing posters in store windows Photo by Craines advertise in the sports programs, the D-Scene, and the Clarion. Through their support the advertisers continue to encourage students in the academic and extracurricular activities in which they participate. Parents are also a vital link in our support system. Not only do they give personal encouragement, but some also choose to advertise in the As a part of the Dearborn community. Divine Child upholds its image with impeccably- landscaped lawns and well-maintained facilities. Area sponsors contributed to the upkeep through services and monetary donations Photo by K. DiNatale yearbook with good luck messages to their graduating seniors. This type of ad not only gives encouragement to those graduating but helps to sustain the Clarion financially. The yearbook is a vital part of the school and without the support of our advertisers, it would not be possible to be produced. _________________________by: K Duffy Among other contnbutions. some area sponsors provide space for D.C. students to engage in ex- tra-curricular sports. Seniors Greg Marquardt and Dave Ogarek participated in recreational basketball at the Dearborn Civic Center Photo by L Butler Falcons Gather Together In a school the size of Divine Child, the students are rarely gathered in one spot. These students, though, have many similiar interests, problems and beliefs, many of which are not discussed in a class. To fill this need, assemblies were created. On days with assemblies, there is no homeroom. All students go di- rectly to first hour. The freshmen and sophomore classes attend the assembly while the juinors and sen- iors have first hour. Then they switch. At the beginning of each year, the school attends a Welcome Back assembly, where various school offi- cials speak. Students are encouraged to make the most of each year because each one is unique and offers special opportunities. Some of the assemblies this year have included: a Students Against Driving Drunk assembly, the Calandar Drive Kick-off, one on automobile safety and a skiing movie Assemblies have been used to build school spirit (Pep assemblies), reiterate school policy and en- courage attendance at school functions (the presenta- tion of Act I of Cold in the Hills ' and the Jazz Band Assembly.) Individual classes also have assemblies to hear cam- paign speeches for candidates for Student Council or on special topics dealing only with that class. (Sopho- mores attended one on how to purchase class rings, while the Juniors went to one on ordering senior pictures.) To build school unity and meet special needs, as- semblies were created. They address problems ranging from violations of the dress code to drunk driving. They also provide enrichment and a different way of learning Assemblies are a constructive way to address Divine Child's diverse student population. □ .................... i i i, i , I love you. Neff! The Divine Child students listen, entranced, as John Dalton expresses Ns feelings. Act I of the spring play, Cold in the Hills ' was performed at an assembly as a ploy to increase attendance at the performances. Photo by: Crames f Dairy Dream 24546 Ford Rd. Dearborn Hgts.Mi. w. of telegraph Free Goldfish with ad GOOD LUCK SENIORS! V________________________________________________________s Student Council Asks the Seniors Do You Remember...? ...When Michael Furlong represented us during the 1983 Homecoming festivities by riding a tricycle around the gym as Tony Vella pushed a peanut with his nose? ...When we got sent home from school early because the water main out in front of the school broke? ...When someone wrote FRESMAN on our Christmas banner Freshman year? ...When everyone laughed at our Homecoming float The Forest Sophomore year? ...When we all wore boleros and suitcoats? ...When we got to start school a week late two years in a row because of scheduling problems? ...When we sold our calendar quota four years in a row? ...When we got an extended weekend )unior year because of an outbreak of flu? ...When we went on a hayride at the Real-Life Farm Junior year? ...When Nicole Mentley 'Tapped her campaign speech? ...When we used to have pep rallies in the gym? ...When we won the 1985 State Football Championship? ...When it didn't matter how long our sweaters were? ...When Mike Cay broke the school jug record? ...When the girl's Basketball Team became State Champions for the first time? ...When our Homecoming parade was cancelled Senior year because of the weather? ...When the Air Force Band put on an awsome concert in the aduitorium Junior year? ... When Mike Conniff and Mark Novak passed out giving blood Senior year? ...When all of these people represented our class on Student Council? Linda Baughman Mario Boccarossa Michele Borchanian Dave Bustamante Kristan DiFranco Michael Furlong Linda Fusco Michelle Cee Jenny Gollon Adriana Greco Christie Hamilton Charity Marks Nicole Mentley Michael Murray Christie Niebuhr Susan Nissen Tom Ozog Jennifer Wimsatt ...Our 1986 Homecoming Court? Maureen Chadwick Kim Malec Kris Marsh Cathy Mazur Barbara Sroka Catherine Sroka Carla Rotole (Queen) ...When all of these guys represented us on Sadie's Court? Freshman Year: Joe McGinnis Tom Ozog Sophomore Year: Michael Furlong Tom Progar Junior Year: Bob Swider John Filiatraut (King) ...Our 1987 Mr. Falcon Contestants? Matt Dimitroff John Filiatraut Mike Furlong Mike Murray Bob Swider (King) ...Our 1987 May Crowning Court? Linda Baughman Michelle Borchanian Janice Canavan Gayle Danielak Rosemary Scerpella Jennifer Wimsatt Cathy Sarb (Crown Bearer) Michelle Cee (Queen) ...Our Valedictorian ? Dave Cassatta ...Our Class Song: A Time to Remember ...Our Class Colors: Scarlett and Grey ...Our Class Flower: Pink Rose V r ' A Girard’s Waieh Pictures Pictures made from waieh parts Picture Framing 22444 ford Rd Dearborn Hgis, Mi. 48127 (313) 277-88X6 Congratulations Class Of '87 r “N Mr. and Mrs. J. Butler■ Steven Szegedi's FOOD WITH A TOUCH OF CLASS' CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS John Segedi Pat Segedi Paul Segedi Exeuctive Chef Party Co-Ordinator Chef 5704 N. TELEGRAPH DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Ml 561-6288 PHONE: 562-75 75 Kent It”, Inc. W£ RF.NT MOST EVERYTHING BUD FRENCH 24417 TORO ROAD OCAR9CRN. MICHIGAN 40120 JAD ENTERPRISES OH'E OBRIEN President (313)561 3780 JAMES GRAY Vice-President 24402 W Warren Dearborn Heights. Ml an � 27 s r r Best Wishes from 1532 N. TELEGRAPH DEARBORN, Ml. 4812b 562-0986 562-7403 2 Satellite Bowl — 84 Lanes — 25451 MICHIGAN AVE. DEARBORN, Ml 48125 278-7400 J 172 Ads SMILE WITH PRIDE CLASS OF ’87 DR. ROBERT R. LOKAR % ASSOCIATES 22190 Garrison Dearborn, Michigan J Helping Hands Tomorrow second hour, you have a test on the book Tom Saw- yer. You stiff haven't read or even obtained a copy of the book. No problem, just buy C ift's Notes. As a student, it is necessary to be aware of the many different learning aid s at your convenience. Most can be acquired at our local library or book store. Giff's Notes are the most popular■ but not the only aid. There are many others that you should try. The Book Review Digest provides excerpts of reviews of fiction and non-fiction books. These can help you to see if the book is worth reading for your topic. Editorial Research Reports would be a great help for a current affairs class. Published four times a month, the reports summarize and give an An attentive senior. Hin Ervin, listens as Mr. Monea talks to his homeroom Marco always had a few words for his homeroom, similar to lie Quiet' Photo by k. DiNatafe opinion on events appearing in the news currently or that will be making the news soon. Also available are almanacs and encyclopedias for those little facts that can make a report look more researched and interesting. Dictio- naries are great for those words you just can't remember how to spell. Then for major book assignments, there's always Giff's Notes. The inside cover claims that they are not to be used as a substitute to the text. Unfortunately: many students consider them to be the text. use Giff's Notes as a substitute for the actual text and get along fine, commented senior Bob Swider. feel they give me a better under- standing of the topic stated senior Dave Cassatt a . In the end, if you need a little help, try some study aids; they do make things easier. □ , , u By: K. DiNatale Student Aids 173 r fjJRTMnT )fEMPLE _____UNDERHRITEKS, INCORPORATED____________ ALL FORMS OF PERSONAL COMMERCIAL INSURANCE - Individual Life Insurance - Individual Health Insurance - Croup Life Insurance - Croup Health Insurance - Group Disability Insurance - Retirement Programs, Pension Plans - Financial Planning Services - Commercial Property Insurance - Commercial Liability Insurance - Commercial Workers' Compensation Insurance - Commercial Auto Insurace - Commercial Bonds - Personal Auto; Boat, Recreational Insurance CALL 274-1040 25201 MICHIGAN AVE. DEARBORN 1 2 MILE WEST OF TELEGRAPH 174 Ads The 1986-87 Divine Child High School Marching Band First row: Kristie Fournier, Mike Brogan, Matthew Smearman, John Beimer, Tina Klein, Crystal Bleyer, Holly Brooks, Aileen Supena, Ian Badalow, Becky Birchmeier, Amy Fadler, Jennifer Skwarski, Tim Salisbury, Theresa Klask. Second row: Scott Robb, Tom Czapski, Scott Sterbenz, Kevin Pydyn, Arthur Jordan, Cordon Husted, Beth Sbaschnig, Pam Miko ajczyk, Liz Bidigare, Jennifer David, Marie Soraghan, Carmela Spadafora, Melanie Tricoff. Third row: Doris Brosman. Carol Gerstner, Jennifer Brenton, Bemie Brosman, Mike Endredy, Matt Makowski, Charles Aquilina, Danielle Krall, Pam Klein, Cathy Waskiewicz, Keith DiNatale, Kevin Trapp, Leo Tallieu. (Band Director) Fourth row Cassidy Koch (Vice President), Mike Hrobel, David Cassatta, John Endredy. Bob Lewis, Donna Fuller, Cheryl Ciarelli (President), Diane Fadler, Sarah Awood, Simone Pia. Greg Hybl, Michael Makowski, Patrick Bidigare. From Now On It's the night before a big project is due, and so far, you've got about two sources of information on your topic, a type writ ter that doesn't work, and on top of everything, five more assignments due that day also. You say to yourself over and over that you will never put anything off again, that you will start on the day of the assignment from now on. Sound familiar? If not, you're one of the lucky ones. The average stu- dent is assigned approximately 21 long term projects or term papers in his her high school career. It always seems to pile up on you if you don't get it done and out of the way in the beginning. Teachers also have a way of scheduling all the due dates on the same day, stated senior Dennis Vogel. The deadline draws closer as Junior Pete Dully works to finish a chemistry lab project. Stu- dents were usually allowed about 3 weeks for large assignments Photo by: C. Lougheed As for excuses, teachers have heard them all' from My dog ate it to I got robbed on the way to school . Of all the myriad of excuses receive each year, the most preposterous came from a male year- book staff member, said Mrs. Lynda Munro. Three days late for a dead- line, he explained that his layouts had been in the trunk of his car when it caught fire as he was driving. He mi- raculously escaped, he claimed. There you have it: the most com- mon ailment among high school stu- dents every where. Maybe some day, students will be seen out the nights before due dates □ By: C. Lougheed Procrastination 175 4rella studio, inc. Portrait and Commercial Photography 22801 NEWMAN dearborn. Mich. 48124 Phone: 274-0732 V y ( I DR. FREDERICK W. SCARPACE c Optometrist, R C 25147 W. Warren Dearborn Heights, Michigan 48127 (313) 563-2021 L Family Vision Cere --------------------------- --------------------- Rlstoriibte 6926 Wyoming OniHALS • NORMALS • COCKTAIL GOWNS Dearborn, Michigan 584-3800 H jurk Monoay-FficJay 9 30am :o9 30 pm Saturday SJOam lotiOOpm OEAR30RN 274- 20 TROt . 526-3100 250 U MICHIGAN AVENUE 3'60 ROCHESTER ROAD (V, Ml W OP TELEGRAPH| V Durxi • bi. ice | 44 776 Dances After Carnes r -Westborn Fruitjyiarket Good Luck Class Of '87 278-3815 21770 MICHIGAN AVENUE • DEARBORN, MICHIGAN 48126 v—------------------------------------ What's There To Do On Triday Nights? Picture this: it's Friday night, the basketball game is over and it's still early. The question is simple; the an- swer not so easy. What's there to do on a Friday night? The CAP organization, a group of con- cerned parents, got together and decided to have a free dance for the students after every home basket- ball game. After the game was over: the gym was cleared and the dance began. Besides the usual record playing, the group even scheduled Steve Simoncic's band. Destination, to play some of their original as well as some top forty hits. The reactions to these dances varied; some thought they were great and others thought they just didn't have enough students participating in them. Senior Kris tan DiFranco said, The dances were fun, if you had friends there. I think it would have been better if more seniors would have shown up. Senior Dave Rymas also commented, I went to one of the dances and had a great time, because alot of my friends were there. The dances were started because parents, as well as faculty, wanted the students to have something to do, instead of cruising the streets or going to parties. The dances were a good idea, yet attendance was low. Maybe with a little more planning and student participation, Friday night in the gym just might be the place to be! n There's nothing like dancing to your favorite song with your good friends. Seniors Michelle Borchanian and Con Amato danced and smiled[ as they got a chance to let loose and have some fun. Photo By: Chris Ronteo Calendar Drive Aids School Budget Many high school students have different ways of raising funds. Some have magazine sales, while others sell assorted candy treats. Divine Child's fund raiser is the Calendar Drive, or the Raffle Calendar. This calen- dar has profited our school since 1984. It is run by both Sandy Martin and Pam Bourlier, who assemble and edit the calendar. The calendar drive was set up to fund the D.C.A.A. endowment, and a percentage of the profits go to the high school for various needs. Currently, because of the calendar, the endowment will have $160,000.00. This calendar is sold by students for four weeks in September. Prizes and incentives are awarded to top selling students in each grade. You may ask: Who pays for the printing costs f Advertisers in the calendar pay for fifty percent of the printing, and the other fif- ty percent is covered by profits. In 1987, the profits grossed a whopping $95,000, and organizers are hop- ing to increase that margin in 1988. □ by: ). Vachow Alumni contribute to our school with their rt)oney. their services ancf their time. A D C graduate of 1969, Gary Danielson, delivered the graduation commencement address to the class of 1987 Photo bv Cranes_________ r VORAN FUNERAL HOMES, INC. DEARBORN 23701 FORD RD. 278-5100 STEVEN j. KISH, Manager ALLEN PARK 5900 ALLEN RD. 928-2300 TAYLOR 23750 GODDARD RD. 291-1800 JOSEPH WINCKOWSKI, Manager V V ---------------------------- Bairitagc J tjoppe 23912 MICHIGAN AVE DEARBORN. MICHIGAN 561-2077 J r PIZZA SALOON 1 455-5300 9456 Lilly Rd. Plymouth Open for lunch - Fast, Free Delivery - v___________________________________________________ J 178 Calendar Drive Beer Wine Deli Pizza Imported Groceries 24545 FORD ROAD -5 BLOCKS WEST OF TELEGRAPH 274-2350 Plan Your Holiday Party With Us! m -Deli Department -Deli Trays Made to Order -3ft-6ft Party Subs -Fresh Cookies and Pastries Ads 179 CONGRA TULA TIONS CLASS OF 1987 ABSOLUTE, INC. DOUGLAS F. MARSH MANUFACTURERS REPRESENTATIVE P.O. BOX 2699 DEARBORN, Ml 48123 PHONE: 561-7780 r m DONUT KING Fancy Pastry - Cookies - Anoel Wings Custom Decorated Cakes For r.ll Occasion:� 24755 Ford Road Dearborn Michigan 48128 Tom Helene Petcou (313) 278-5369 V. J A KITCHEN MAGIC Cake Decorating Baking Supplies Store Hours: Tues. thru Fri. 9:30 — 5:30 Sat. 9:30 - 5:00 ! 5020 Michigan Ave. Dearborn. Ml 48126 3IJ 581-7070 {WesI ut Green(tekl. on Service Diu ) J LOGAN 1-6555 3. 2T. Sailor, “ Jewelers, Inc = 1650 NORTH TELEGRAPH JOHft FLEMING DEARBORN. MICHIGAN r A UUisc Ouil Book Shoppe Copy Service Timex Repair Complete Selection Of Hardcovers • Paperbacks • Magazines School Titles - Children's Books Out of Town Newspapers Cliffs Notes • Arco Tutors We Special Order - Open 7 Days 25873 Ford Rd., Dearborn Heights • 563-4555 At Beech Daly J Gifts Create Valuable Memories Happy Birthday! As one walks down the hallway, he can't help but notice large, colorful posters splashed across a locker or two. The occasion is proclaimed even more loudly with the aid of balloons; ribbons, and streamers. Festivity continues to shine through in the presence of smiling faces and gift- giving. As personalities vary, so do gifts. Some prefer prac- tical gifts, like clothes. While many take a more lighthearted approach to giving, such as lively gag gifts. In addition to the importance of the gift, is the act of giving. Some of the more popular times are be- fore Homeroom, during lunch, or after school. But sometimes there can be complications. Senior Liz Mar- tin agrees, During lunch, my friends like to celebrate a birthday with a cake. The only problem is that ev- ery time we get the candles lit, Mr. Smetek blows them out saying they're against school regulation. So much for a party. But, all in all, everyone seems to agree that gift-giv- ing is fun and much appreciated. Regardless of the gift, the memories are special and treasured by all who take part □ By K. Marsh Oft for a round of shopping? No, ust seniors Tami Brozek, Liz Martin, Kris Marsh. Patty O'Donnell. Suzi CoHts, Linda Terries, and Carla Rotole enjoying picture rime at Prom Photo by Craines. Wording For Experience Time and money go hand in hand; as time goes on, money becomes more important. For most high school students the only way to get money is to find a steady job. There are many opportunities available for students; it they meet the requirements. Freshmen aren't usually able to work because the law requires students to be 16 years of age. Once sophomore year rolls around, they become very anxious, beginning their search for their first job, once their birthday finally approaches. A great number of students have jobs by their junior year, as well as a good understanding of the added pressures and re- sponsibilities on them due to this job. Having a steady job is a necessity for most seniors. Though the law isn't obeyed to a T, it requires the employer to not work students up to age 18 over 13 hours per week, or over 48 hours combining school and work. This could be a problem for many seniors who have a great need for money in order to pay for college tuition, since some are required to pay for it on their own. Money is not the only thing that part time jobs have to offer students, it can be a learning experi- ence. These jobs require one to get along with peo- ple in a variety of situations. Having a job brings re- sponsibility to many students. Overall, jobs prove to be very beneficial. O By. K Weffs fobs can be very enjoyable as senior Kris Weffs portrays here. Kris has worked at Little Caesar's in Dearborn for the past year and foves it. Photo by: T. AUkens Gj)ex ‘ THE FINEST IN DIAMONDS AND COLORED GEMS Official Agents Rolex-Seiko Baume Mercier Patek Philippe Watches CUSTOM JFWELRY DESIGNS REPAIRS 27740 Ford (3 b ook w c toi.sie flo v, Garden C-t . Ml 43135 422-2750 WE ALSO CARRY CLASS RINGS Congratulations Class of 1987! — The Wells Family down Counixjj cHaxiiwa t Lav«n Mower Sales Service • Snow Glow ' Sales Service Custom Fireplace Equipment TORO SNAPPER LAWN MOWERS SNOW BLOWERS 22062 MICHIGAN AVE. DEARBORN, MICHIGAN 48124 562-6657 562-4770 Congratulations Class of 1987!! From the Divine Child r High School Faculty (jt HAIR FASHIONS 2255 N. Beech Daily Road Dearborn Heights. Ml 48127 18 Operators Specializing in Personal Service • High Styling Hair Coloring - Custom Perms Open Evenings 20% Oil To AU DC StudenU Telephone: 274-7093 274-7094 N Good Luck Class of '87 Mr. and Mrs. H. Ryber 2233 N. Beech Daly Dearborn Heights, Ml 48127 3 (313) 563-1800 TUefloia Ads 183 'Once a Falcon... Always a Falcon! Divine Child Alumni Association DIVINE CHILD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION REMEMBERING THE PAST... TO GUARANTEE THE FUTURE!” Endowment Insures the Future Remembering the past to guaran- tee the future is the motto of the Divine Child Alumni Association En- dowment Foundation.- Its goal is to meet the needs of rising costs to in- sure the future of our school. The foundation was established in 1983 to support DCHS. The fund is built on calendar sale profits, gifts, Corporate Matching Fund programs, grants, securities, insurances and real estate revenues. The fund is a tax-exempt charitable that can receive deductible donations. All money that is deposited accumulates interest in dividends and Acting not only as the pastor of the parish Fa- ther Kucyk is also one of the directors of the Endowment Foundation. He is the man in charge of the schools finances and works with the endowment to provide for the future Photo by: L. Munro the principal deposited is not used; it is an insurance for the future. The fund is governed by its own board of directors made up of alum- ni, Sister Christen and Father Kucyk. As the seniors become alumni, the di- rectors ask them to remember their past at D C. Remember all of the good times you had there and think about what you owe to the school. Any and all donations make a difference and as of lune 1, 1987 the fund contained $160,000 in principal. The goal is one million dollars; to achieve it, they need people to re- member the past and take an active part in securing the future. □ By: K. Duffy Endowment Foundation 185 LITTLE PROFESSOR BOOK CENTER r K r v 22174 MICHIGAN AVE. DEARBORN -OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK- -OUT OF TOWN NEWSPAPERS- 278-6633 Hitat • I he Square Pin a Complete line of Party Goods Beer Wine Keg Beer Packaged Liquor Cakes Pan Pizza Deh 8675 Newburgh Westland 455-0780 115 Haggerty, Canton (corner of Cherry Hill) 981-1200 LUMBER HARDWARE LIGHTING company Cdy Ididz Su uAbajv TRACK _.ro CHANDELIERS A¥AILA8I from FANS to FIXTURES W LAMPS h L16HT BULBS • lamp SHAoes • track COME TO THE 1 STOP UfcHT • TAfll£ LAMPS • SttURITV SHOP • FlOURESCENTS • TIFFAMV • LAMP PARIS • MEOtOME CABINETS • REC£SSEO • BATH • CEILING FANS • LAMP REPAIR. • WIRING SUPPLIED • floor lamps • Exterior. • chandeliers • light bogs • REPLACEMENT GLASS J¥4 i-I ui a «MIIN i 96U fcUtMftAW pg (go) MON - FRI BAM G PM SAT 8 AM'5 PM 563-2190 6938 N.Telegraph. Dearborn Heights South of Warren Awe. Students Serve 7 want a 250 word essay on what you have done for the churchi, or on any volunteer service you have undertaken... Every semester stu- dents in all religion classes hear these words, or ones similar to them. What exactly is Christian Service? It is any type of volunteer service given for the benefit of the Church, or for any community projects. It's not really too hard to find something to write about ' stated junior Simone Pia 'because we usually do such ser- vices without thinking about it; the ideas have been hammmered into us. The Christian Service is encouraged because, as it is well known, D.C. is a Catholic school. Our Religion classes teach us to live and serve others; the community and the church as jesus did. The whole idea is to help us to become more like him, the goal of Christianity. This service can take form in many ways. It could be as simple as watch- ing a younger brother sister without being owed something. It could be volunteering to cut an elderly neigh- bor's lawn, or shovel his walks. It could be helping around the house with such things as making dinner, washing dishes or cleaning. A broader type of service could be volunteering to set up or clean up after a parish fair, possibly teach a Sunday school class, or even work in the Church nursery during Masses. There is no limit to what can be done, but there is a certain number of hours that must be reached, ap- proximately six . It is not necessary to spend the whole six hours on one service, but it is possible to skip around and do an hour or so of work here and there. □ by: T. Gruchala Yes, I turned in my Christian Service paper... says semor Matt Schultz. Christian Service was an important part of every' Religion class, and particif atfon was a requirement 186 Christian Service Gene's AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY THE COMPLETE PARTS HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTER 24344 FORD ROAD (near Telegraph) DEARBORN HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN V y WEEKDAYS 8 AM to 8 PM SATURDAYS 8 AM to 6 PM SUNDAYS 10 AM to 4 PM 561-1111 561-0019 c------------------- GLOVE MAKERS ON HAND SINCE 1912 Kaul Glove Company 1431-41 BROOKLYN AVENUE DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48226 MICHAEL. G CONNIFF PRES' DE NT (3 1 3 I 962-7392 Tele ■ ■ '; 292- 17L0 ForJ I ne. Twenty-four Quality Lanes “r-r BOR SMOLTZ 23100 Van Born Dearborn llur.ins. Ml 13125 Benevolent Gift Puts D.C. On Wheels Valuable, generous, and very useful are some of the words which describe the gift our school received from Jack Demmer Ford, lack Demmer, the owner of this establishment, had children which attended this school and he was very pleased with the education they received. Mrs. Knuth commented, ,He wanted to do something nice for the school that would really help us. Mr. Demmer donated a van at the begin- ning of the school year, worth $20,000. The automobile has been a great asset during the course of the year. Since Divine Child has only two buses, it proved to be a good mode of transporta- tion. Clubs, such as the French Club, Students Against Drunk Driving, and the Student Council often use the van to go to workshops and on different activities. The Cross Country team has often used the van to carry extra people to the meets. Cheerleaders also used the van on several occasions. This gift from lack Demmer Ford has truly added a great deal to our school. The van, nicknamed the Shukwit Shuttle after Sister Christen Shukwit, is a long-lasting asset. It will be a useful mode of transpor- tation for years to come. Q By: L. Ryber With a bright smile, Sister Chris accepts the keys to the new school van from lack Demmer of lack Demmer Ford. This van was nicknamed the Shukwit Shuttle Photo by: P. Knuth ( Fifth Avenue Limousine 534 - 0647 Terry Hamilton Congratulations, Christie Love, Dad ________________________________ You ve Got A Friend Are you a good listener? Do you like to help oth- ersI If you have answered yes to both of these ques- tions then Peer Counseling is for you. Peer Counseling was a new class offered at Divine Child. During the first semester, students learned how to effectively talk to other people. They also learned how to be good listeners so that people who need counseling could find comfort in talking to them confi- dentially. Senior Leslie Crist said, Peer Counseling has helped me to become more in tune with other peo- ple and has helped me understand others better. This class has been very fulfilling for me. During the second semester, Peer Counselors were involved in various projects, one of which was to dress up like clowns and visit the pediatric wards of local hospitals. With these visits they brought joy and laughter to the children. They also brought life and happiness to the elderly when they visited convales- cent centers. Another project in which they are in- volved is the Big Brother-Big Sister program. Peer Counselors assist any freshmen or sophomores who are having difficulties in school or who just need a good friend to listen to them.Q py 5 Strakovits Peer Counselors take time from clowning around to pose for a picture. They visited local hospitals and convalescent centers. Photo by: P. Aitkens (------------------- Congrat's Class of '87 Party Shop U.S.A. 24528 Ford Rd. Dearborn Heights Eric-jan L Ph. 278-7729 j c------------------------- CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1987 from Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Wadowski __________________________ CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1987! Good Luck, Keith DiNatale May the future be good to you always. Love, Mom Dad. S_________________________ THE DIVINE CHILD CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY CONGRATULATES THE CLASS OF 1987 - OUR FUTURE LEADERS To be nobody but yourself in a world which is doing its best, night and day, to make you everybody else, means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight. --E.E. Cummings Allow yourself to have the courage to experience the freedom that comes with independence; recognize that same need in others. Accept genuine friendship from one who doesn't keep score; give the same to another. Take a stand on an unpopular cause; appreciate another's point of view with respect for his or her difference in opinion. Take responsibility for your own choices-accept your mistakes as well as your achievements and gain knowledge from both; forgive the mistakes of others. Don't give up on yourself--ever: Keep struggling toward a goat-a goal that holds priority within yourself. Be courageous. Be the unique person you really are. For the Class of '87, in memory of ferry Aitkens who had the courage to be unique. New Releases Collectables Buttons Furd Kd We Pay Cash For Records Tapes REPEAT THE BEAT Discount Records and Tapes (313) 562-6318 1112 N. Telegraph Dearborn, Ml 48128 Fulfilling Dreams At night, gaze up at the sky. The first star you sight , make a wish and it will come true. For terminally ill kids, the Make-A-Wish Foundation is that star. Its purpose is to raise mon- ey so that a child will have his her wish granted before the illness takes his her life. The Divine Child Student Council hosted the Make-A-Wish Dance on April 4, 1987. Besides Divine Child, four other schools participated: St. Alphonsus, University of Detroit, Ladywood, and Catholic Central. Through donations, the dance raised over $12,000. Each person had to bring in $10 or more and received Taking command over the audience is senior Dan Wadowski. Here, he and his group per- formed T Do'' by the 1 Gels Band. Photo by: C Hamilton_______________________ a T-shirt and entry into raffles, which were every fifteen minutes. For $20 or more, a person was entered into the grand prize raffle. The grand prize was limo service for the prom, a free tuxedo, discount certificate for a dress, two free hair styles, and breakfast. Besides two of those pack- ages, there was also a one-year membership to the Dearborn Racquet and Health Club A big event at the dance was the air bands, in which students got a group together and mimicked popular songs. Many people found the air bands great entertainment. As junior Dan McLaughlin said, The air bands were hilarious. You got to watch your classmates go crazy on stage and laugh at them. □ ________________________By: D. Zaremba Make a Wish Dance 193 D.C. Sponsors Kids in Watts Ah... Summer vacation!!! Everyone looks forward to the final school bellsignifying the end of another school year. No more studying, no more getting up early, no more homework! Boy... what do you want to do first? someone asks. Go to the beach! says one. Read a book! says another. Party, dude! says a third. How about go to the Los Angeles ghetto and teach summer school! suggests Sister Maria. What? Huh?! Beg your pardon... they all reply. You call that fun? It's summer vacation, dude, who would want to do that? It takes a special person to be able to leave the comfortable confines of Divine Child and help the less fortunate. Sister Maria and Sister Cynthia, with the aid of four other sisters in their province, intend to do just that. Over the summer they will travel to California with six college volunteers and set up a summer school in the Watts Community of Los Angeles at the needy San Miguel Parish. Last summer. Sister Maria attended a workshop where she learned how to set up and run such a ministry. However, in order to be able to accomplish this, donations were needed. That is where Divine Child students got involved. Through a Lenten project, students donated enough money to sponsor the edu- cating of twenty-one kids. In all, $1,185.07 was col- lected. But, what about parties...fun in the sun...and vacation?!? Both sisters agree that it will be a wonder- ful experience. Sister Cynthia feels that it will be a great learning experience, as well. Everyone wishes the best of luck to Sister Maria and Sister Cynthia as they embark on their courageous and self-sacrificing endeavor. □___________________hv: D Bustamante Sister Maria truly loves her role as a teacher as demonstrated by herdedication year-round. Sister Maria and Sister Cynthia will travel to California and help teach the needy over the summer r Good Luck; Mary Lou McCuen and Class of '87 Love, Mom ______________________________ ( THE CLUBHOUSE ? 924 West Ann Arbor Trail Plymouth. Michigan 48170 (313) 453-6030 -------------------------------N GOOD LUCK CLASS OF '87 from Little Caesar's Pizza Station 27380 Michigan Ave. Dearborn V Congratulations and Good Luck to the Class of 1987 from the Clario Staff Advisor.................................Lynda Munro Editor.................................Trisha Aitkens Assistant Editors...................Kim Duffy Keith DiNatale Staff: David Bustamante Laura Butler Eric Fournier Tina Gruchala Chuck Lougheed Kris Marsh Chris Romeo Lisa Ryder Greg Schaefer Sheila Strakovits Kevin Stoops Lori Twehues Jeff Vachow Kris Wells Don Zaremba Ads 195 EARL KE1M REALTY The Helpful People of Dearborn REALTORS Carol Skruch Realtor-Associate Business 565-0450 Good Luck Class of 1987 Death Teaches Value of Life Losing someone we love-no matter what age we are, no matter what age the loved one is-is always a painful, heart-rending experience. Witnessing the death of someone our own age can sometimes be considered a tragedy, it has a way of sobering us very quickly and helping us put things into proper perspective. Dean Childs was only 16 years old when he died of leukemia. Some might say, What a waste! He didn't even live his life. Upon our first reflection, we might be apt to say that is true, but I believe we need to look beyond the measuring of years. We become upset by death because we truly do not understand that God's concept of time is so different from ours. He does not measure it by the passing of days and weeks and years. God exists, in a sense, in an ETERNAL NOW. That is why things like age and jobs and lifetimes aren't important to him. If God has any clock at all, if he counts time at all, surely it is done by measuring love...God measures the length of a life by the love one pours out, the love one receives. And no one can deny that because of his simple and unsophisticated ways, Dean lived a life of love. It isn't how long we live that really matters-it's HOW we live and HOW we LOVE in the time that we have. If we could only understand that, life could be so much richer for each one of us. Dean left Divine Child something special when he died-a gift, am sure, that he never really THOUGHT of giving. His death brought a different spirit to this school-a greater sense of unity, a greater sense of awareness, and a greater sense of caring. I would never want to relive the week of his death and funeral again-the experience was very draining-yet I KNOW that the events of that week left their mark and made a significant difference in the lives of most students in the school. True, it may NOT last forever, but what matters is that people were touched and moved-moved to reach out, to care, and to love just a little bit more than usual. Sad and tragic moments have a way of doing that. They have a way of drawing people together and, if we have faith and trust, a painful experience can lead us to become stronger and more sensitive individuals. My life will no longer be the same because of the death of Dean Childs. And I think it is fair to say that Dean touched me more in his death and in his dying than he did in his living-and that's okay because, somehow, that is his gift to me-Dean gave me more life because of his dying. And this is often the mystery of death-that SOMEHOW it is SO Category Male Female Most Likely to Succeed Dave Bustamante Jennifer Wimsatt Most Talented Matt Nagi Kathy Sarb Most Versatile Tom Ozog Linda Baughman Most Admirable Michael Murray Linda Baughman Class Leader Michael Murray Linda Baughman Most Class Spirit Scott Cray Christie Hamilton Most Artistic Scott Thomas Kendal Phillips Most Popular Bob Swider Linda Baughman Most Athletic John Filiatraut Sue Nissen Best Sense of Humor Dave Lesz Christie Hamilton Best Dresser Matt Dimitroff Diane Lokar Most Talkative Greg Schaefer Adriana Greco Most Unusual Dennis Voglel Julia Daniel Nicest-Looking Michael Murray Carla Rotole Class Preppy jeff Vachow Tricia Worrall Class Brain Dave Cassatta Danielle Krall Class Partier Michael Meyers Adriana Greco Class Couple Michael Blaskiewicz and Monica Michalski Biggest Bragger Chuck Lougheed Sheryl Shevock Class Smart-Alec Dave Ogarek Adriana Greco Best Strut Rob Shurmur Liz Martin Class Skipper Jon Martichuski - Michelle Champagne Class Tease Bob Swider Tami Brozek Class Mooch Michael Furlong Nicole Mentley Money Bags Chuck Lougheed Diane Lokar 198 Mock Elections Category Male Female Most Radical Dennis Vogel Julia Daniel Biggest Bullshooter Dave Ogarek Adriana Greco Most Gullible Tom Garrity Linda Baughman Rowdiest Scott Gray Christie Hamilton Most Kissable Matt Dimitroff Nancy Hammond Most Cheerful Jim Roggenbeck Christie Hamilton Nicest Car Dave Rymas Nancy Kenney funkiest Car Matt Dimitroff Donna Fuller Class Clown Scott Gray Christie Hamilton Class Goodie-Goodie Matt Shultz Jennier Gollon Nicest Smile Pat Kowsowski Barb Sroka Biggest Brown Nose Matt Shultz Sheryl Shevock Best Rearview Rob Shurmur Shari Bosman Nicest Eyes Pat Kosowski Angelique Seidler Best Personality Bob Swider Christie Hamilton Biggest Flirt Bob Swider Tami Brozek Safest Driver Dan Wadowski Julie Mardeusz Worst Driver Rob Shurmur Patti ODonnell Hall Roamer Jeff Vachow Jackie Fronczak Most Conceited John Filiatraut Sheryl Shevock Biggest Baby Rick Egnatios Carmela Spadafora Nicest Hair Matt Dimitroff Lisa Ryber Computer Wiz Pat Bidigare Mary Lou McCuen Most Modest Rick Egnatios Sue Nissen Most Shy Marc Smoltz Mary Gallagher Mock Elections 199 A Abate, Vincent 113 Abdallah. Jennifer 113 Abdallah. Lisa 43. 138,211 Abela, Anthony 26.113 Abela. Jennifer 113 Acromitc. Joanna 88,113 Adler. Bonnie 162 Aitkens. Trisha 3.7.11.26,138,208.211.212 Alteslcbcn. Ellen 138. 144 Alteslcben. Heidi 113 Alvarado. Lawrence 85.113 Amato. Corene 138.212 Ampunan. Nathon 113 Anders. Robert 85.106.107.113 Anderson. Holly 11 3 Andrcoli, Dominique 113 Andreoli. Nicole 113 Andrzejczak. Victor 113 Annuncia. Sr. 55.162 Antonio. Anthony 113 Aquilina. Charles 70.113.175 Arcuri. Regina 65.95.113 Assenmachcr. Daniel 85.113 Awood. Sara 113.175 Ayotte. Jane 113 B Bacigal. Susan 3,10.77.79.95.97.138.139 Bacus. Jacqueline 160.162 Badalow. Janet 12.113.175 Baladad. Anthonie 113 Balaj. Victor 85.162 Baldwin. Cynthia 113 Balint. Amy 113 Baluci. Jennifer 113 Baluci. John 17,113,213 Banazak. Fr. Greg 158,159 Bannon. Shawn 104.113 Bannon. William 85.103.107.1 13 Barbour. Michael 138.140 Bardelli. Jeffrey 85.113 Baritche. Andrea I I 3 Baron-Mask. Lydia 162 Bartos. Sr. Maria 162.163.164.194 Bartnick, Jennifer 113.138 Bartnicki. Michelle 121 Bartvs. Cheryl 138 Baughman. Karen 113 Baughman. Linda 8.15.67.119.138.155 Ba ner, Dam ion 138 Bazncr. Thomas 113 Beaudoin. Matthew 85.113 Beaudoin. Monique 29.43.138 Beimlcr. John 9.113.175 Belaski. Dawn I 13 Bellairc. JoAnne 162 Bergman. Angela 113 Bernal. Vohedil 113 Bertram. Keith 1 13 Bertram. Kenneth 113 Beuckelaere. Jeffery 55.113 Bialy. Jennifer 88.113. Bidigarc. F.li abeth 113.175 Bidigarc. Patrick 138.175 Bidolli. Kerry 113 Bidolli. Peter 103.113 Bifano. Julie 29.1 38 Bihun. Gregory 113 Bihun. Valeric 88.113 Bimberg. Gary 85.113 Bingham. Kevin 85.113 Birchler, Virginia 162,164 Birchmcicr. J.D. 56.73.162 Birchmeier. Kristi 91.113,124 Birchmcicr. Rebecca 113.175 Bitonti. Joseph 55.113 Bwonti. Luigi 138 Blair. Diane 49.113 Blaszkiewicz, Laura 113 Biaszkicwicz. Michael 138 Blazo. Anne Marie 88.113 Bocearossa. Mario 62.72.83.103.138 Boos. David 115 Bogosian, Sharon 115 Bonanno. Michael 115 Bondy. Sr. Cecilia 161.163 Bonkowski. Paul 115 Borchanian. Michelle 67,138.140 Borg. Michael 138 Borzymowski, Daniel 115,175 Bosman. Jeffrey 115 Bosnian, Shari 29,37,138 Bottoroff. Jay 106,107.115 Boudreau. Amy I 15 Boudreau. Christopher 85.115.140 Bourlier. Stacy 138 Bourlier. Pamela 162 Bouffard. Michael 115 Bourdage. James 12.115 Boyd. Carla 115,121 Bovk. Rebecca 48.67.115 Bozynski. John 115 Brady. Christopher 115 Brady. Jeanne 115 Bramblelt. Robert 115 Breaull. Maryann 138 Breault. Michael 115 Brcnton. Jennifer 115.175 Brcs. Kathleen 115 Brigilo. Lynda 88.115 Brisky, Elaine 54.162 Brogan. Michael 115,175 Brohl. Natalie 11 5 Brooks. Holly 115, 175 Brooks. Scott 85.115 Brosman. Bernard 115.175 Brosman. Doris 9.115.175 Brostck. Jennifer I 38 Brozck. Michael 85.106.107.115 Brozck. Tami 55.181.141,146 Brukley. Heather 24,115 Bukowski. Pamela 115 Burek. Jeremy 8.115 Bustamante. David 141 Bustamante. Joseph 115 Butler. Laura 17.26.141.142.154.208 Butler. Steven 106,108,115 C Cabadas. Carrie 115 Camardo. Elizabeth 79,95.115 Cameron. Jennifer 11 5 Campau. Robert 115 Canavan. Christy 105.115 Canavan. Janice 95,141 Capler. Melissa 115 Caruso. Rose 115 Casey. Laura 115 C assatta. Paul 11 5.144 Cassaua. David 28.141.175 Cavanaugh. John 115 Cclani, Joseph 73,115 Cclani. Maurizto 115 Ccleskcy. John 85,115 Centi. Rita 88,108.115 Centner. Patricia Ccpko. Thomas 141 Cervcnan. David 115 Chadwick, John 85.115 Chadwick, Maureen 6,9,141 Champagne, Michele 141 Chapman. Beth 115 Chapman. Jason 65.107.115 Chcrvekowsky. Julie I 15 Chervenak. Nicol 91.115 Childs, Dean 11 7 Chimcnti. Rosemary 117 Chiminski. Walter 141,210 Chui. Clarence 59.117 Ciarelli, Cheryl 141,175 Cibor. Gregory 67,85.117 Cieslak, Angela 117 Cieslik. Thomas 28.83.141 Cimino. Rosetta 28.141 Cinzori. Thomas 107.117 Ciuk. David 117 Ciuzicki, Lynctte 54.117 Closson. Marcia 162 Collis. Christian 107.117 Collis. Suzanne 14.28.67,88,141,181 Conniff, Michael 6,28,141 Cooper. Christina 67.117 Corrigan. Dan 141 Cottrell. Joanne 162 Coury. Nancy 78.79,116,117 Crisscy. Ellen 117 Christ. Leslie 43.88.53,119,141 Croncnwett. Melissa 87,117 Crossett. Scott 117 Cullen. Merri 162 Cunningham, ('had 80.85.103.117,122 Cupchak, Steven 24,25,83,136.141.210 Currier. Julie 117.121.213 Currier. Mary 117 Cuschieri, Mario 117,167 Cuschieri. Trcssa 141 Cvrkovic. Linda 117 Cynthia Ann, Sr. 162.163 Czapski, Thomas 87.141.175 D D’Aguanno, Joseph 141 D'Antomo. Gina 89,117 D Antonio. Michael 117 Damuth. Ronald 117 Daniel. Julia 141 Danielak. Gayle 23.91.141 David. Jennifer 16.117,175 Davidson. Clyde 85.162 Davis. Heidi 117 Dawson. Thomas 162 DcCacn, Angela 117 DcCoste. David 85,106.117 DcGhelto, Margaret 11 7 DeGiacomo, Thomas 117 DeGuisc. Linda 88,117 DePaulis. Scott 117 DePlanche, Amy 143 DeWitt. David 117 DcWitt, Robert 93.143 DeYonke. James 80.85.117 DeYonke. John ’’3.117 Decina. Marla 46.117 Dennis. Michelle 88.117 Dcnstcdt. Amy 117 Dent, Nicholas 117 Denton. Kathleen 117 Deuprce. Jay 27.84.85.143 Dcvlin-Rucllc, Aimce 114.117 DiDomenico. Quirino 107.117 DiFranco. Kristan 14,43.67.111.139.143.213 DiFranco. Mary 117 DiNatalc. Keith 143.175 Dickey, Bradley 85,117 Dmuchowski, Tammy 117 Dobzyniak. Kevin 117 Dobzyniak. Matthew 117 Doercn, Jennifer 117 Domagala, Arthur I 17 Donaldson. Deborah 88.117 Dowd. Lisa 117 DuRoss. Patrick 85.117 Dubois. Mary 143 Duffany, Brian 85,117 Duffany, Richard 84,85,143 Duffy. Kimberly 3.117.213 Dully. Peter 12.117,175 Dunne. Jeanne 88.117 Dyke. Jennifer 118 Dziadosz. Eileen 64.162 Dziadzio. Susan 118 Dzialo. Scott 118 E Eby. Todd 85.118 Egnatios, Rick 83,124,143 Eichcr. Michael 92.118 Ellison. James 65.107.118 Ellison. Monique 48.95,118 Ellul. Dcannc 100.118 Elsey. Matthew 118 Emerson. Maureen 48.118 Endrcdy. John 70.1 18.175 Endrcdy. Michael 118.175 Ernst. Russ 118 Ervin, James 143.173 Ervin. Jennifer 118 Ervin. Marianne 118 Esparza, Lisa 17.118 Esper, Richard 118 Espcr. Tracey 118 Estronza. Cynthia 118 Estronza. Jason 85.118 F Fadler, Amy 118,175 Fadler, Dianne 143.175 Falctti. Jane 1623 Farchione. Gina 100.101,143 Fcllrath. Patrick 118 Fcncck, Natalie 118 Fcra. Matthew 12.118.136 Ference, Edward 118 Ferrell. Deborah 118 Filiairaut, Christopher 107.118 Filiatraut, John 19.80,84.85.110,143.153 Firck. Jessica I 18 Fitzgerald. Patricia 118 Flannery. Jeffery' 21.118 Flynn, Kevin 87.118 Foley. Kathleen 143 200 Index Forma. Holli I 18 Fournier. Eric 3.7.143.149 Fournier. Kristie 118.121.175 Foye. Michael 162 Franges. Philip 118 Fraser. Karen 118 Frey. Heidi 24,54.67.118 Froedge. Daniel 143 Fronc ak. Jacquelyn 143 Fuller. Donna 143.175 Fundaro, Lea 118 Fundaro. Teresa 118 Funk. Jennifer 67.1 18 Furlong. Michael 6.84.85.143 Fusco. Linda 23.67.143 G Gach. Stephanie 118 (iaggos. Ernest 118 Ciaggos. William 41.107.118 Galasso. Monica 118 Galda. Jennifer 118 Gallagcr. Anne 118 Gallager. Mary 143 Ganesan. Subasrce 118 Gappa. Earl 79 Garrity. Tara 118 Garrity. Thomas 6.16.84.85.143 Gaskcy. Kathleen 118 Gates. Debbie 145.162 Gatcs-Trahey. Terry 162 Gay. Michael 145 Gazdecki. Christopher 85.118 Gazdecki. Matthew 84.85.145 Gcbrian. Michelle 97,118 Gee. Danielle 48.67.118 Gee. Michelle 22.23,67.137.145.146.150 Gee. Nicole 118 Genna. Jeffrey 118 Genslak. James 118 Gerstner, Carol 120.175 Ciierczak. Renee 100.120 Gicrczak. Richard 103.145 Giroux. Stephen 120 Gladd. Jennifer 120 Gladd. JoAnnc 39.122.145 Golanczyk. Cindy 145 Goepp. Richard 51.112.163 Gollon, Jennifer 67.88.145.212 Gollon. Paula 88.120 Gorski. Eileen 95.100.120 Ciorski. Marcus 47.103.120 Graham. Patrick 120 Grandon. Kenneth 85.103.120 Gray. Jefferson 107.120 Gray. Scott 37.124.145,152 (ircco. Adriana 145 Green. Ann Marie 120 Greenlee. Lori 100. 120 Gree lik. Marcia 89.145 Griffin. Dennis 85.120 Ciroen. Christine 120 Gruchala. Tina 91.120.208 Guenther. Brenda 145 Guerricro. Catherine 120 Guerriero. David 41.45.145.150 Guerricro. Mary Kaye 120 Guibord. Kimberly 65.120.121.131.132 Guterrez. Bradley 85.92, 120.212 H Hall. James 107.120 Halloran. Michelle 120 Hamilton. Christiane 8.14.52.66.67.145.146.147 Hamilton. Dennis 80.84.85.103,120 Hammond. Nancy 140.145 Hansen. Connie 163 Harnish. Chad 120 Harper. Christopher 80.120 Hart. Amy 52.120 Harris. Jcanina 120 Harvey. Marketa 51.163 Hatty. Christopher 22.51,67.76,77.87.120 Hatty. Leanne 145 Havlcna. Robert 80.85.120 Hay. Michael 14.15.20.25,63.145.212 Heaman. Daniel 120 Hecht. Michael 85.103.120 Helen Therese. Sr. 163 Hcmpker. Brent 120 Henrion. Rachel 120 Hermann. Damian 120 Hernandez. Carmen 120 Hessenbruch. Erika 114.120 Hetrick. John 120 Higgins. Gcrilynn 120 Higgins. Michael 106,120 Higgms-Luihman. Cathy 163 Hill. Derek 120 Holody. Matthew 106.107.120 Holtz. Marci 41.88.120 Horvat. Aloj ija 120 Horvat, Milos 87. 120 Howza. Michael 120 Huebl. Carolyn 21,56.120 Hull. Damian 103.145 Hunt. Louis 70.72.120 Husted. Gordon 45.11 1.145.1 75 Hutchison. Laura 120 Hybl, Greg 59.60.70.120.175 Hynes. Jennifer 16.120 I lacovoni. Sue 120 laquinta. Emilia 145.154 Isaacs. Amber 145.155,210 Isgro. Frank 85.120 J Janssen. Gary 140.145 Jarosz. Julie 67,120 Jary. Elizabeth 5.67.120 Jasukaitis. Karen 39.145 Jezuit. Kathleen 123 Johnson. Karen 123 Jordon. Mark 123.134 Jordon. Arthur 123.175 Josephenia. Sr. 163 K Kajkowski. Jason 123 Kalchik. Thomas 123 Kalita. Bernadette 123 Kalita. Cynthia 123 Kaminski. Richard 123 Konchal. Tricia 145 Kane. Jeffery 123 Kane. Michael 123 Kania. Deborah 123 Kapla. Kelly 123 Kapla. Mary 123 Karas. Paul 73.85.123 Karl. Armand 123 Karl. Denise 89.123 Keane. Douglas 107.123 Kelly. Kathleen 163 Kenney. Nancy 146.147 Kenrick. Gerard 123 Kerry. Julie 123 Kcslcr. David 107.123 Kidwell. Amy 5.123 Kilcullen, Sally 112.163 King. Mary Anna 163 Kitlinski. Darek 123 Klask. Andrea 123.147 Klask. Theresa 146.175 Klavon. Kenneth 68.106.123 Klein. Pamela 146.147.175 Klcinow. Jennifer 123 Klcinow, Stephanie 123 Kley. Amy 123 Kley. Kelly 45.123 Knowles, Brian 123 Knuth. Margaret 45.47.49.59.67.163 Koch. Cassidy 146.147.175 Kolasa. Rebecca 123 Konchal. Patricia 27.28.146.147 Konopatzski. Karen 146.147 Kosowski. Patrick 10.26.27.36.84.85.127.146.147 Kostin. Renee 123 Kostyshak. Michele 164 Kovacs. Christopher 85.123 Kovacs. Jason 87.123 Krakowlak. John 83,121,123 Krakowiak. Robert 83.123 Krall. Danielle 146.147.175 Krall. Eric 123 Kramer. Kevin 84,85 Krashovetz, Michelle 78.79.100.123 Kraus. Kimberly 88.108.123 Krill, Karl 6.84.85.103.146.147 Krochmalny. Rachelle 100,101.146.147 Kruzc. Jessica 123 Kryszko. Barbara 123 Kubicek. David 68.146.147 Kucharczyk. Dennis 123 Kucharczyk. Kevin 99.123 Kucharski. Ethan 123 Kucyk. Fr. Herman 22.28.159.185 Kudia, Michael 123 Kummcrt. Kathleen 48,123 Kurek. Jeffrey 107.123 Kwasny. Keith 123 Kwilos. Janet 123 L La Palm, Mark 123 LaPointe. Dawn 123 LaPointe. Renee 100.123 l Pointe. William 109.123 La Rose. Paul 48.53.112,164 Landrum. Robert 125 Lange. Jennifer 125 Lanmng, Jovcc 125 Lasccki. Jefferson 107.125 Launi. Mario 106.125 Leahy. Elizabeth 125 Leahy. Patrick 125 Lcinhart. Kathy 166 Lemke, Mary 125 Lentz. Michael 5,125,129 Lesnau. Gary 57,164 Lcsz. David 27.84,85,146,147 Levy. Victoria 125 Lewis, Robert 146.147.175 Lilley. Kirk 125 Lillcy. Kristyn 104,125 Lim. Gregory 125 Linderman, John 85.125 Lipnitz. Douglas 125 Lokar. Diane 146. 147 Lollo. Maria 125 Longe. Monica 10.78,79.100.121 Lopez. James 80.85.103,125 Loughced. Charles 146.147,212 Lovett. Ray 85.92.125 Lynch. Peter 146.147 M Machon. Kimberly 125 Mack.Grcgory 125 Madaleno. Gregory 83.125 Madaleno. Guido 167 Madaleno. Jeffrey 125 Madry, Cynthia 41.164 Majeske. Julie 125.132.159 Majka. Anthony 125 Makowski. Matthew 125,175 Makowski. Michael 125,175 Malec, Kimberly 6,9,52.142.146.147 Manos. Mary 146.147 Marchctti. Dina 146.147 Marchetti, Donna 125.56 Marchetti. Julie 125 Mardeusz. Julie 47,63.79.146.147.156 Marck. Lisa 125 Marker. Lisa 125 Marks. Charity 146,147 Marquardt. Gregory 124.146.147.149,169 Marquette, Jennifer 125 Marroso. Jennifer 89.125 Marroso. Melissa 125 Marsh. Kristen 6.9.88,148,181 Martichuski. Jonathon 13.47,140,148 Martin, Ann 148.155 Martin, Cathy 5.67,125,129 Martin. Elizabeth 88.148.154.181 Martin. Jeffrey 125 Marusak. James 60.125 Masson. Christine 125 Matti. James 125 Mayctte, Timothy 125 Mazur. Cathryn 6.9.56,87,108 Mazur. Robert 107.125 McAllister, Andrea 65.79.94.95,100.125 McCann, Erika 125 McCann. Michael 125 McC arthy. Kathleen 125 McConnell. Stacy 125 McCuen. Mary Louise 7,148,153,154 McFcc, Marcy 148 Me Fee. Mary 125 McFcc. Melissa 108.125 Mclnnis. Brian 125 Meade. Colleen 94.95.125 Index 201 Meade. Mark 125 Mcntlcy, Adam 24.125 Mcntlcy, Nicole 67.136.148 Messina. Mac 167 Meyers. Mark 85,98,99.107,125,134 Meyers, Michael 148 Mianccki. Marcia 126 Micallef. Annette 126 Micallef. Jeanne 126 Michalski. Monica 25.39.88.146.147.! : Michel. Catherine 8.126 Michon. Robert 57,60.85.126 Miclke, Cynthia 126 Mikolajczyk, Pamela 9.126.175 Mikonczyk. Keith 57.148 Mikonczyk. Michael 126 Mikonczyk. Michele 126 Miller. Joann 39.148 Millington. Michael 5.126 Mlot. Michael 126 Monea, Marco 18,164 Montclconc. Gina 52.145,148 Morabito, James 126 Morabito. Rick 126 Morelli, Amy 126 Morclli. Lori 10.79,126 Morris. Jeffrey 126 Mulcahy. Anne Marie 126 Mulcahy, Scott 25.67.85,92.126 Mulholland. Karen 126 Mulvihill. Michael 126 Munro. Lynda 164.208.209.212 Murphy. Cecelia 164 Murphy. Colleen 88.108.126 Murray. Aileen 126 Murray. Maureen 67.88.119.126 Murray. Michael 67.84.85.127.148 Myszkowski. Lynda 126 N Nagi.Carolyn 126 Nagi. Matthew 148 Nagy. Kristin 124.126 Naibcrt, Andrea 126 Nasiatka. Kristine 95,100.126 Neault. Ann Marie 126 Neault. Daniel 85.126 Nelson. Cheryl 164 Nenningcr. Glcnnon 85.92,126 Ncrsessian. Christine 45.148 Ninkovich. Melissa 94.96.104.126 Nissen. Susan 76.77.79.148 Nolle. Suzanne 48.61.126 Noonan. Joseph 126 Novak. Leah 88.108.126 Novak. Mark 5. 84.85.148 Nowak. Kevin 126.152 O O'Connor. Kathleen 94.95.109.126 O Donohue. C hristopher 85.126.134 O'Donnell. Cheryl 126 ()’I onnell. Patricia 88.136.148.155.181 O’Hagan. Christopher 85.126 O'Keefe. Kelley 126 O'Leary. Dennis 80.83.103.126 Obcrstacdt. David 148 Oberstaedt. Laura 126 Ogarek. David 5,38,84.85.124.148.152. Olah. Lois 160.165 Olis. Dennis 85.126 Olivcrio. Deborah 26.126 Oliveno. Lisa 26,126 Oliveno. Michael 51,126 Olszwski. Kelly 126 Opolski. Gregory 92.126 Osier. Dorothy 126 Ozog, Thomas 6,47.74.80.103.148 P Pacholski. Jennifer 88.126 Paduch. Michelle 151 Paja. Jennifer 151 Palise. Julie 121.126 Palka, Laurence 126 Pallozzi. Michael 126 Pappas.. Deanna 128 Pappas. Mark 51.107,128 Paras. Jeffrey 1.9.85.103.128 Parrincllo. Elizabeth 104.128 Partee. Laura 128 Partee. Michael 60.98.99.128 Patricia Francis. Sr. 128 Patrosso. Kimberly 26.89,128.134 Pecci. Paolo 128 Pegg. Jeffrey 20.85,128 Pegg. Lisa 151 Peitz. Cathlecn 52.142.151 Peitz. Judy 128 Percha. Nanette 128 Persiconi. David 128 Peruchietti. Maria 128 Peters. Susan 128 Philippart. Timothy 128 Phillips. Kendal 72.151 Pia. Simone 128.175 Picrzynski. Richar 128 Pietz. Cathy 128 Piggott. Jim 167 Pizzurro. Karen 128 Plewinski. Sr. Veronicc 128.161.163. Ploch. Mary Jo 88.128 Poirier. Patricia 95,165 Poll. Angela 128 Polidori. Natalie 151 Polidori, Nicole 89.128.129 Ponagai. Edward 128 Ponto. Rob 26,128.21 1 Ponto. Shannon 128 Porco. Jack 106.128 Porco. Samuel 128 Portclli. Michele 128 Powers. Pam 64.165 Pratt. Troy 128 Prcssel. Aaron 25.108.128 Pritchard. Karen 165 Progar. Deanna 128 Progar. Thomas 80.151 Pr ybylo. Robert 85.128 Ptaszmk. Anthony 128 P dvn. Kevin 151,175 Q Quinn. Robert 128 Quinn. Thomas 128 R Radwan. Susan 88.128 Raju. Sindhu 128 Randinitis. Katherine 48.128 Ra zaque. Deidra 128 Read. Virginia 41.151 Reed. Catherine 128 Reed. Christopher 128 Regina Mary. Sr. Rekowski. Stephen 8.85.103,128 Rcllingcr. Lisa 90,91.151 Rcmski. Howard 128 Remski, Loretta 151 Rhodes. Ryan 128 Riddell. Brenda 26.151 Rioux. Jeanette 105.128 Rivard. Diane 163.165 Rivard. Lawrence 164.165 Roach. Bryan 107.128 Robb. Scott 128.175 Rodman. James 106,128 Rodriguez. Derrick 67.106,119.128 Roggcnbcck. James 14.15.16.21.75.151 Roman. Nikki 88.128 Romeo. C hristine 28.43.151.209 Romeo. Michael 62.92.93.151 Roperti. Carla 114.128 Roperti. Joseph 25.151.212 Ross. Robert 85,128 Rossi. Thomas 51.92.128 Rothaar. Sarah 128 Rotole, Carla 6.7.9,88.151.181 Rotole. Paul 128 Rowland. Jeffrey 85.130 Rubino. Frank 151 Rud inski. Jennifer 130 Rud inski. Michael 85.130 Rusinowski. Leigh 52.130 Ryber. Lisa 38.151.208 Ryckebuch. Michele 68.130 Rymas. David 151 Rynicki. Thomas I 30 Salisbury. Timothy 130.175 Sail. Stanley 85.130 Samborski. Michelle 130 Sandcl. Michael 47.130 Sarb. Kathleen 22.23.49.151.211 Sawyer. Sonia 89.130 Scalf. Matt 85.103.130 Scarpace. Lisa 130 Scarpace. Lucia 130 Scerpella. Rosemary 23.151 Schaefer. Greg 153 Schcff. Patrick 153 Schira. Stephen 130 Schlick. Jessica I 30 Schneider. Rachel 130 Schnicdcrs. Kevin 83.130 Schramek. Martin 107.130 Schramck. Thomas 130 Schrcibcr. Raymond 153 Schultz. James 106.107.121.130 Schultz. Matthew 111.153.186 Scollard. Samantha 13.67.87.130.134 Scott. Jeffery 130 Scgedi. Tricia 108.130 Sadler. Angelique 27.153 Seidler. Philippe I 30 Sclewski. David 107.130 Sellar. Heather 130 Sellar. Kelly 47.89.130 Senatore. Gabriclle 78.79.96.130 Scurynck. John 80.130 Seurynck. Mary Jo 153 Sharkey . Jessica 130 Sheridan. Melissa 130 Shcvock, Christine 89.130 Shevock, Sheryl 21.153 Shinkonis. Anthony 103.153 Shipp. Linda 68.165 Shorn. Erin 130 Shukwit. Christen Sr. 67.159.161 Shuman. Katherine 90,91.130 Shuman. Kristine 130 Shurmur. Robert 92.119.132,153 Siegenthaler. Sandra 130 Siekicrzy nski, Amy 130 Sickicrzynski, Steven 130 Simone. James 130 Simms. Michelle 153 Simoncic. Steven 67.75.122,129.130 Sinkcvics, Melissa 130 Skwarski. Jennifer 153.175 Sleight. James 165 Slocum. Laura 121.130 Small. Stephanie 130 Smearman. Matthew 9.130.175 Smetanka. Fr. Gary 159 Smetck. Greg 83.165 Smith. Patrick 130 Smoltz. Craig 130 Smoltz. Jennifer 130 Smoltz. Marc 153 Snyder. Casey 106.130 Sobieski. Eugene 130 Sopko. Shannon 90.130 Soraghan. Marie 153.175 Soranno. Cari 48.130 Spadafora. Carmela 28.153.175 Spadafora. Mario 153 Spunar. Louise 130 Sroka. Michael 130 Sroka. Barbara 6.9.69.79.95.96.131.153.210 Sroka. Catherine 6.9.79.94.95.153.210 Stagg. Bill 167 Stagg. Joann 153 Stagg. Kathleen 133 Stanley. Debora 153 Stansell. Anna Marie 87.133 Stapel. Theresa 153 Starosciak. Mark 92.133 Stec. Randell 133 Stechschulte. Daniel 56.153 Stcchschulte. David 133 Stedman. Peter 133 Steffes. Ronald 133. 112 StcPfke. Bethany 133 Stcrbenz. John 133.175 Stcrbcnz. Scott 133.175 Stone. Joseph 85.99.107.133 Stoops. Katherine 133 Stoops. Kevin 153.208 Strakovits. Sheila 21.75.154.209 Stuckey. Mary 46.47.165 Stuckey. Christopher 133 Suchyta. Steven 154 Sudck. Susan 108.1 33 Sullivan. Earl 79 Sullivan. James 124. 33 Supena. Aileen 133.175 Suspeck. Jeffrey 80.81.133 Swider.Robert 5.14.19.45.1 54 Szabo. Michelle 88.133 Szabo. Nicole 88.133 Szkutmcki. Judith 133 Szpunar. Kristin 133 202 Index Szuba. Stephen 154,210 Szuch. Stephen 85.107,133 Szupcr. John 154 T Tallicu, Leo 165,175 Taraskiewicz. Mary 133 Taraskiewicz. Patricia 133 Taylor. Deborah 133 Tccr. Edward 83.133 Temes. Kenneth 133 Terncs. Linda 88,154.181 Terry. John 133 Terry. Joseph 154 Terry. Lori 133 Terski. William 80,103.133 Thibault, Denise 133 Thibodeau, Scott 133 Thibodeau, Timothy 85,133 Thomas. Mary 64.119,133 Thomas, Scott 154,212 Thomas, Tracey 133 Throm, Matthew 67,85.107,129.133 Tiano. Franco 138,154 Tomassini. Joseph 133 Tomassmi. Nicole 133 Tomilo, David 154 Tommolino. Heather 114.133 Toth. Anne 133 Toth. Thomas 60.85.133 Townson. John 154 Toy. Andrew 133 Toy. Jennifer 133 Trapp. Kevin 133,175 Trit;off. Melanie 150.154,175 Tucker. Joseph 119.133 Tucker. Margaret 133 Turner. Kenneth 133 Turner. Rebecca 24,64.133 Twehues. Brenda 133 Twehucs. Lori 25.154.208 U Uetz. Jennifer 88.133 Ullman. Christopher 22.133 V Vachow. Jeffrey 13.56.143.149.154.208 Valade. Julie 133 Valle, Gianni 133 Van Houten. Margaret 154 Vaughan. William 27.85.119.133 Vella. Anthony 84,85.192,154 Vella. Deanna 67.135 Vente. Deanna 135 Vetting. Joseph 107.135 Vogel. Dennis 86.87.154 Vogler. Lisa 135 Volpe. James 41.135 W Wadowski. Dan 11.84.85.154.193 Wadowski. David 49.127,135 Wadowski. Kristyn 88.135 Waldchen. Kathleen 135 Waldorf. Gail 154 Walker. Nancy 135 Walters. Kevin 103.165 Was, Elizabeth 51.68,119.135 Was. Julie 135 Waskiewicz. Catherine 48.135.175 Watson. Suzanne 135 Webster, Donald 135 Wehling. James 135 Wejroch. David 135 Wejroch. Eric 135 Wells. Eric 92.135 Wells. Kristin 38.148.154.182.209 Wermmont. Karen 135 Westfal. Carolyn 135 Whalen. Michelle 3.135.159 White. David 85.135 W'iland, Ellen 37,87.97.154 Williams. Heather 135 Williams. Karen 154 Williams. Kevin 135 Williams. Shawn 143.157.213 Williams. Shelley 135 Willis. Scott 157 Wilson. Karyn 67,135 Wimsatt, David 21,67.108.135.155 Wimsatt, Jennifer 7.16,23.41,67.157 Winterhalter, George 135 Winterhalter. Karen 135 Wishart. Wes 1.3.36.84.165 Wisniewski. Mary Kathryn 135 Wisniewski. Matthew 135 Wisniewski. Ronald 135 Wojcicchowski. Christopher 135 Wojciechowski. Paulette 134,135 Wojciechowski. Rose I 57 Wolan. Conrad 135.213 Wolocko. Sherry 135 Wolski. Carol 135 Wong. David 135 Wood. Karen 135 Woodman. Scott 85.103.135 Woods. Scott 135 Worrall, Patricia 39. 100. 157 Wrobcl. Michael 135. 175 Wrobcl. Scott 135 Wvdick. Kenneth 157 Y Yesh, Samantha 135 Yczbick. Mark 135 Yczbick. Michelle 135 Yurkus. Kevin 80,85.122. 135 Z Zafarana. Paul 73.135 Zakerski. Tom 6.83.157 Zakolski. Anthony 81.157 Zaleski. Matthew 135 Zalewski. Jennifer 135 Zammit, Diana 157 Zarcmba. Donald 98.99.157.208 Zcrilli. Kelly 135 Zitncy. Dennis 135 Zurawski. Clare 135 Zurawski. Matthew 135 1987 Clarion Staff Advisor......... Editor.......... Assistant Editors Lynda Munro Trisha Aitkens ...Kim Duffy Keith DiNatale Staff- Da vid Bustamante Laura Butler Eric Fournier Tina Crucha a Chuck Lougheed Kris Marsh Chris Romeo Lisa Ryber Greg Schaefer Sheila Strakovits Kevin Stoops Lori Twehues Jeff Vachow Kris Wells Don Zaremba Index 203 r Lisa Abdallah 2665 Cede Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Trisha Aitkens 2200 N. Kingsbury Dearborn, Ml 46126 Ellen Altesleben 24900 Richmond Dearborn, Ml 46124 Con Amato 10097 Woodlawn Taylor, Ml 46180 Susan Bacigal 24547 Rouge River Dr. Dearborn, Ml 48127 Michael Barbour 939 Mohawk Dearborn, Ml 46124 Cheryl Bartys 26615 Ford Road Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Linda Baughman 46550 N. Territorial Plymouth, Ml 46170 Monique Beaudoin 4125 West Point Dearborn Hts. Ml 46125 Pat Bidigare 1616 N. Franklin Dearborn, Ml 46126 Juke Bifano 1646 Whitefield Dearborn Fits. Ml 46127 Mario Boccarossa 147 N. Franklin Dearborn, Ml 46128 Michelle Borchanian 27070 Cecile Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Michael Borg 1724 Whitefield Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Shari Bosnian 1243 Kinmore Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Stacy Bourlier 310 Beech Daly Inkster, Ml 48141 Maryann Breault 703 Ardmore Dearborn Hts Ml 46127 Jennifer Brostek 567 N. Gulley Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Tami Brozek 46449 Bartlett Dr. Canton, Ml 46187 David Bustamante 112 River Lane Dearborn, Ml 46124 Laura Butler 7000 Plainfield Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Janice Cana van 6347 Cronin Dearborn hits. Ml 46127 □ □□□□□□ David Cassatta 15326 Cage Taylor, Ml 46180 Tom Cepko 7763 Terri Westland, Ml 46185 Maureen Chadwick 9964 Berwyn Redford, Ml 46239 Michele Champagne 526 Henry Ruff Rd Westland, Ml 46185 Wally Chiminski 26795 Kings wood Dr. Dearborn Hts. 46127 Cheryl Ciareki 26082 Timber Trail Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Tom Cieslik 26074 Deerfield Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Rosetta Cimino 756 Dover Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Suzie CoHis 26614 Lawrence Dearborn Hts. Ml 46127 Leslie Crist 6375 Evergreen Detroit, Ml 4828 Steven Cupchak 25636 Deerfield Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Julia Daniel 23636 Wilson dr. Dearborn, Ml 46128 Gayle Danielak 12820 Leveme Redford, Ml 46239 Rob DeWitt 7444 DaCosta Detroit, Ml 46239 Kristan DiFranco 77836 Alexandrine Dearborn, Ml 46124 Keith DiNatale 8122 Chatam Detroit, Ml 46239 Matthew Dimitroff 566 Gilman Garden City, Ml 46135 Katie DuBois 2914 Dudley Dearborn, Ml 46124 Dianne Fadler 116 N. Evangeline Dearborn hits. Ml 46127 Gina Farchione 5828 Fairwood Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 John Fikatraut 33768 Hathaway livonia. Ml 46150 KatNeen Foley 24142 Andover Dearborn Hts. Ml 24125 Eric Fournier 14110 Lamphere Detroit, Ml 46223 Dan Froedge 746 Easley Westland, Ml 46185 Jackie Fronczak 8631 Centralia Dearborn, Hts, Ml 48127 Donna Fuller 30743 Birch wood Westland, Ml 48185 Michael Furlong 32700 Bertram Westland, Ml 46185 □ □□□□□□ Linda Fusco 22735 Alexandrine Dearborn, Ml 46124 Mary Gallagher 141 Robindale Dearborn, Ml 46128 Tom Garrity 1529 N. Lafayette Dearborn, Ml 46128 204 Senior Directory Michael Cay 8100 Lochdale Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Karen Jasukaitis 44471 Marc Trail Plymouth, Ml 48170 Dina Marchetti 27031 Sheahan Dr Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Matt Cazdecki 26231 Morton Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Nancy Kenney 26600 Ashley Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Julie Mardeusz 26008 Dover Redford, Ml 48239 Michelle Gee 5854 Mead Dearborn, Ml 48126 Theresa Klask 22517 Law Dearborn, Ml 48124 Charity Marks 45075 N. Territorial Rd. Plymouth, Ml 48170 JoAnne Cladd 863 Hartsough Plymouth, Ml 48170 Pam Klein 26012 Cherry Hill Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Kristen Marsh 1254 WNtefield Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Jennifer Collon 26412 Simone Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Cassidy Koch 24941 Rouge River Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Jonathan Martichuski 7363 Vaughan Detroit, Ml 48228 Scott Cray 9840 Woodring Livonia, Ml 48150 Tricia Konchal 347 S. Den wood Dearborn, Ml 48124 Ann Marie Mart in 875 N. Gulley Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Adriana Greco 24640 Fairmount Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Karen Konopatzki 30945 Barton Garden City, Ml 48135 Liz Martin 23646 Hudson Dearborn, Ml 48124 Marcia Creztik 1920 Kinmore Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Pat Kosowski 1715 Cardwell Carden City, Ml 48135 Cathryn Mazur 1201 Mane Dr Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 □ □□□□□□ Danielle Krall 8080 Ridge Canton, Ml 48187 Mary Louise McCuen 1668 Trading Post Lane Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48013 Brenda Guenther 44486 Erik Ct. Plymouth, Ml 48170 Karl Krill 731 Crescent Dr. Dearborn, Ml 48124 Nicole Mentley 937 S. Den wood Dearborn, Ml 48124 David Guemero 26412 Warrington Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Rachelle Krochmalny 441 5. Beech Daly Dearborn Hts. Ml 48125 Joni MHIer 1528 N. Vernon Dearborn, Ml 48128 Christie Hamilton 848 Nightingale Dearborn, Ml 48128 David Kubicek 801 Mayburn Dearborn, Ml 48128 Gina Monteleone 20500 Brook lawn Dearborn Hts Ml 48127 Nancy Hammond 11363 Royal Grand redford, Ml 48239 David Lesz 6628 Chadwick Dr. Canton, Ml 48187 Michael Murray 1642 Evangeline Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Leanne Hatty 1329 N. Gulley Dearborn Hts. 48127 Robert Lewis 22237 Park Dearborn, Ml 48124 Christine Nersession 26399 Simone Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Michael Hay 1337 Nightingale Dearborn, Mi 48128 □□□□□□□ Sue Nissen 26646 Wadsworth Redford, Ml 48239 Damian Hull 551 N. Hanlon Westland, Ml 48185 Diane Lokar 110 Orchard Way Court Birmingham, Ml 48010 Mark Novak 160 Charlesworth Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Amy laquinta 1840 Kinmore Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Chuck Lougheed 25467 Avondale Dearborn Hts. Ml 48125 Patricia O'Donnell 2680 Kings wood Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Amber Isaacs 6402 Waverly Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Kimberly Malec 3 Ridgemont Ct. Dearborn, Ml 48124 David Oberstaedt 32715 Marcello Dr. Garden City, Ml 48135 Senior Directory 205 r Dave Ogarek 26110 Timber Trail Dearborn Hts Ml 48127 Greg Schaefer 266 Meridan Dearborn, Ml 48124 Theresa Stapel 5423 Academy Dearborn Hts. Ml 48125 Michelle Paduch 22338 Tireman Detroit, Ml 48239 Ray Schreiber 804 Ardmore Dr. Dearborn Hts. 48127 Dan Stechschulte 1145 Kingsbury Dearborn, Mi 48128 lennifer Paja 2400 Banner Dearborn, Ml 48124 Matt Schultz 25600 Hass Dearborn Hts. 48127 Kevin Stoops 328 Shana Dr. Canton, Ml 48187 Lisa Pegg 8189 Bramell Detroit, Ml 48239 Angelique Seidler 15182 Troy Ave. Taylor, Ml 48180 □□□□□□□ Cathleen Peitz 521 Elmwood Dearborn, Ml 48124 Mary Jo Seurynck 19002 Powers Dearborn Hts. Ml 48125 Shelia Strakovits 26400 Wilson Dr Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Kendal Phillips 26616 Bryan Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Sheryl Shevock 26100 Lila Lane Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Steven Suchyta 6464 Kingsbury Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Natalie Polidori 26211 Simone Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Rob Shurmur 26275 Sheahan Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Robert Swtder 6338 Evergreen Detroit, Ml 48228 Kevin Pydyn 26927 Berea Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 • Michelle Simms 42753 Versailles Canton, Ml 48187 Steve Szuba 1364 Whitefieki Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Virginia Reed 24529 Rouge River Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 lennifer Skwarski 26871 Prchelle Dr. Dearborn Hts. 48127 John Szuper 6203 Kingsbury Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Loretta Remski 5935 Got!reckon Rd. Plymouth, Ml 48170 Marc Smoltz 1760 Whitefietd Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Linda Ternes 656 Cronin Dearborn Hts. Mi 48127 Brenda Riddell 17244 Horger Allen Park, Ml 48101 Marie Soraghan 6593 Silvery Ln. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48124 Joe Terry 834 N. Highland Dearborn, Ml 48128 km Roggenbeck 6743 Sunset Dr. Garden City, Ml 48135 □□□□□□□ Scott Thomas 6565 Rockland Dearborn Hts. 48127 Christine Romeo 24514 Winona Dearborn, Ml 48124 Carmela Spadafora 6832 Kingsbury Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Franca Tiano 27211 Rochelle Dr. Dearborn Hts. 48127 Mike Romeo 1551 Highview Dearborn, Ml 48128 Mario Spadafora 6832 Kingsbury Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 David Tomilo 1754 Highview Dearborn Ml, 48128 Lisa Ryber 1501 Evangeline Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Barbara Sroka 20681 Williamsburg Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 John Townson 6889 Vernon Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 David Rymas 27116 Cecile Dearborn, Ml 48127 Catherine Sroka 20681 Williamsburg Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Melanie Tricoff 714 Ardmore Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Kathleen Sarb 829 N Highland Dearborn, Ml 48128 Joann Stagg 19225 Herrick Allen Park, Ml 48101 Lori twehues 1840 N. Lafayette Dearborn, Ml 48128 Rosemary ScerpeHa 1806 N. Lafayette Dearborn, Ml 48128 Debbie Stanley 5645 Fenton Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Jeff Vachow 45716 Turtlehead Ct. N. Plymouth, Ml 48170 ___________________ 206 Senior Directory ■ Margaret Van Houten 634 Norborne Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Tony Vella 215 Biltmore Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Dennis Vogel 25507 Hills Dr. W. Dearborn Hts Ml 48125 Daniel Wadowski 1615 Evangeline Dearborn hts. Mi 48127 Cail Waldorf 6732 Mansfield Dr. Carden City, Ml 48135 Kristin Welts 346 Berkley Dearborn, Ml 48124 Ellen Wiland 7700 Piedmont Detroit, Ml 48228 Shawn Williams 608 Charleworth Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Scott Willis 30503 Birch wood Westland, Ml 48185 Jennifer Wimsatt 1853 Robindale Dearborn, Ml 48128 Rose Wojciechowski 592 Centralia Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Tricia Worrall 410 S. Lafayette Dearborn Ml 48124 Kenneth Wydick 1331 Plainfield Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 Thomas Zakerski 23920 Fordson Dearborn, Ml 48124 Anthony Zakolski 2137 Martha Dearborn, Ml 48128 Don Zaremba 20517 River Oaks Dr. Dearborn Hts. Ml 48127 f Colophon Consisting of 16 seniors and 2 juniors and only four returning from the prior year, the 1986-87 Clarion staff deserves a great deal of credit. Not only did they do their yearbook, but they also completed that of the previous year. Working on two books at once became quite confusing and frustrating, but the staff pulled through extremely well, finishing May We Explain... on schedule. Editor Trisha Aitkens, Assistant Editors Kim Duffy and Keith DiNatale, and Eric Fournier attended ICP Yearbook Camp in August. We'd like to give a very special thanks to our instructors, Julie Shaw (Chesaning High School) and Janis Matheson (Michigan State University), who used much of their free time to help us with our book. The theme, May We Explain.... was found while leafing through magazine ads at camp. The idea behind the theme was to explain, in the eyes of the stu- dents, the 1986-87 school year in the best possible way, so as to hold the expla- nations together. The cover, endsheets, opening, and division pages were designed by Trisha, Kim and Eric while at camp. The Mini-Mag was designed by Dave Bustamante and Kevin Stoops, while Tina Gruchala took care of the Faculty section. Kim Duf- fy was solely in charge of the Community Division. All other divisions were designd by Trisha with much help from Kim, especially with the special instructions. This edition of the Clarion is quite different from the previous, more traditional books. The cover is white litho with turquoise 32 and black 50 and it is laminat- ed. Fifty-one of the books were personalized in the bottom right hand corner with metalic blue. Each division has its own style of layout. AH headlines and copy have been boxed in with hairline tool line, with the exception of the Mini-Mag and the Community Division. Percentages of color were used throughout the book with the exception of the Academics Division. The senior class colors, scarlet red and grey, were recognized in the senior section in different percent- ages of 30, 50, and 70 each. Special thanks to Debbie Mann our ICP Representative, Tina Luke our Craines Representative, Jim Sullivan for his contribution of sports photographs, Andrea Naibert and Mary Thomas who diligently and willingly did those trivial things that needed to be done, and to everyone else who contributed to May We Explain... in any way, we thank you. Most of all, the greatest amount of thanks go to Mrs. Lynda Munro, without whose dedication to us, this book would not be. Though many times we be- came frustrated with one another our appreciation and gratitude for her help were indeed there. She wasn't only our advisor, but our friend too, always there if we needed anything, no matter what, it was. Words cannot begin to explain the deep appreciation we have for herO by: T. Aitkens ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Seniors not listed did not give the Clarion staff permission for publication. Senior Directory 207 As the school year comes to an end, yearbook staff seniors Lori Twehues, Kevin Stoops, Don Zaremba and ju- nior Tina Cruchala work diligently, putting final touches on their layouts The year as a whole had been hec- tic, and the last few days had the staff working even harder. Photo by: T. Aitkens What exactly do I do with this?' seems to be the question that senior Laura Butler is posing of senior editor Trisha Aitkens, as senior Lisa Ryber contemplates her own layout. The editors played an important role in the organization and completion of the yearbook. Photo by: T. Aitkens The fearless moderator of the year- book staff, Ms. Munro, carefully checks over information on one of senior Jeff Vachow's assigned layouts Being the head of this group took much patience and hard word on Ms. Munro's part Photo by: T. Aitkens 206 Yearbook Production May We Explain... Brrriinnng! Students jam the halls as the yearbook staff members rush to the year- book room. Here they pick up needed materials for the crucial 4th hour yearbook class. Carrying glue, a cropper: the stamp, tool-line, an exacto-knife, and a ruler, the staff member pushes through the hall to table space in room 123. Brrriinnng! Safe! Oh no, the lay-out pa- per still lays quietly on the shelf in the yearbook room. The dazed staff member fumbles through his her things looking for... Ah! Here it is, the yearbook pass. Yes, this is the beginning of a typical class period for a typical yearbook staff mem- ber. Never has a day gone by that everything has gone right for everyone! In route back to the yearbook room it is not unusual to run into Ms. Munro, the moderator of the yearbook. After answering a few questions, the layout pa- per is retrieved and taken back to room 123. Now it's time to work! The impression I got about being on the yearbook staff was that it was 'fun' ' stated junior Tina Grucha a, but as the year went by, found that it's more work, with the fun mixed in! Each staff member has an average of 7 layouts to complete, which are spread throughout the year. He she is responsible for everything that has to do with each layout: pictures, captions, body copy and the final step of pasting up. Contrary to prior belief, the yearbook is composed within the walls of D C., but printed elsewhere. Body copy is typed onto the computer and sent through the phone line to be printed, and is then mailed back to be pasted onto the layout paper. Pic- tures are cropped with the cropper, and marked whether they are to be enlarged or reduced. Tooline is placed on the layouts to set off body copy, headlines or even captions. Brrriinnng! Another class over, and still so much to do! Oh well, there's always tomorrow. □ by: T. Cruchala OK, the next thing you need to do is... once again Ms. Munro gives last minute instructions to several staff members. A layout was not considered complete until every last detail was perfect Photo by: T. Aitkens Looks of concentration are etched into the faces of seniors Chris Ro- meo, Sheila Strakovitz and Kris Wells as they work on finishing the year- book on time. Throughout the year, the staff had worked hard, but the last few days called for much more than just hard’ work. Photo by: T Aitkens Yearbook Production 209 Explanations Challenge Students to Perform for Uniqueness In his role as the evil Richard Murgatroyd in the spring melodrama Cold in the HHIs or the Dead Sisters Secret, is senior Steven Cupchak. This was Steve's second role in a D C. play, the first being a member of the chorus in Oklahoma!. Photo by Craines. At their last class picnic, seniors Steve Szuba, Cathy Sroka, Barb Sroka, WaUy Chiminski, and Amber Isaacs make sure everyone is covered with shaving cream. Mr. Monea s car had also been an accomplished goal of these seniors. Photo by T. Aitkens. As the 1987 school year has finally ended, we find that each person has grown in ways unique to him her as a result of the process of explaining. Each year, certain pertinent information is emphasized to each of the four classes. To the students as a whole, Mr. Smetek gave his annual speech on school policies which included dress codes, absences, detention and suspension. Such assemblies as Make-A-Wish and S.A.D.D. (Students Against Driving Drunk) were presented to the entire student body to explain their purposes. Numerous things were explained to the individual classes as well. It was explained to the freshmen the schedules for daily classes as well as for mid-term and final exams. It was also explained to them why all of their courses, with the exception of one elective, were chosen for them. As a sophomore, it was explained to students their class project and the uniform color change for the girls. With academics as the most stressed topic during sophomore year, students found most of their explanations in this area. The importance of campus visitations for college selection, and the procedures for having senior pictures taken as well as for prom seating were some of the explanations the juniors received. During this year, students are to begin to seriously think of their future plans. ACT and SAT tests are taken for a part of their academic status for college entrance. Seniors must go through the greatest amount of explanations, most which tend to encourage them to make numerous decisions which would greatly affect their futures. Not only was it explained how to decide whether to go to college, directly off to the working world, or to hold off on either for a while, but they also had to be able to explain to others why they made their decision. The total process of college applications, scholarship forms, and financial aid forms, which college to attend, and the importance of their academic standing during their final two semesters were explained also. Explanations come in a variety of ways and sizes. Each person takes each explanation in his her own way. As each student is promoted, they go through the explanations set for them during that year. This process of explaining becomes commea... 210 Closing Grasping their dipiomas with pride are new alumnae Lisa Abdallah and Trisha Aitkens. The Eucharistic Celebration and Commencement Ex- ercises were held at the Church of the Divine Child on Sunday, May 31 at 3pm Photo by Craines As one of the members of the chorus in Okla- homa!, senior Kathy Sarb displays her singing and dancing talent Kathy was voted by the senior class as the most talented female in the Mock Elections, held on May 22 in the auditorium. Photo by Craines. With final exams finally over, junior Rob Ponto enjoys the freedom of summer vacation. In most of the juryor senior classes, juniors were permitted to take their finals with the seniors on their exam days. Photo by T. Aitkens Closing 211 When chosen for a role in any play, actors and actresses must give up a great deal of their free time to long repetitious rehersals. Seniors foe Roperti and Scott Thomas eye Michael Hay as he takes a McDonald's break during dress rehearsal. Photo by Craines. To give Mrs Munro a chance to speak. Clarion editor, sentor Trisha Aitkens keeps staff mem- ber Chuck Lougheed quiet, at least for a few minutes. Paying close and careful attention to Mrs. Munro was one of the major duties of the staff, so as to halt any confusion that may have arisen. Photo by . Vachow. After dinner at the funtor Sentor Prom , junior Brad Cuterrez takes a short break before hitting the dance floor. Brad was one of the large number of juniors who attended the event. Photo by Craines. Wishes of congratulations are the intention of graduates fennifer GoHon and Cori Amato. A 717 Clnsina hck',n P rtT for the graduates was held ° from 8pm to 2am at the Dearborn Racquet and Health Club the evening of graduation Photo by Craines Explanations Lead the Way for Individuality Being covered with shaving cream is not one of senior Kristan DiFranco's wishes, though sen- ior Shawn Williams tries his best to get some on her at the senior class picnic. Students were given free pizza and pop for lunch at the pic- nic Photo by T. Aitkens. Tradition has it that the honor guard goes first in the graduation procession into church. Honor students juniors John Baluci. Conrad Wolan. Kim Duffy, and juke Currier waited for their cue to proceed down the sidewalk from the high school to the church. Photo by Craines. both a challenge of each individual upon themselves as well as a challenge upon them by their teachers and parents. The explanations tend to challenge the students to grow into the unique persons that they will ultimately become. As the years progress, students soon find themselves alumni of Divine Child High School. Through the years, they recall the numerous memories they have of themselves as students: plays, dances, sporting events, teachers, friends, dubs, and their many courses. Whether they were involved in them hands on ,or in the crowds cheering for their classmates, they are reminded that through all of their efforts, they were and always will be a very special part of Divine Child. Whether it was through breaking a sports record, or sitting on the sidelines supporting the team, having the lead in the spring musical, or being a part of the crew, being the president of the ski club, or an avid member, the editor of the yearbook, or a member of the staff, or just being a student, each of you has made your mark at D.C. The persons which students were when they first became a part of the school, the more unique they were when they left, and the most unique they are to become, is the result of the very special process of explaining. □ by: T. Aitkens Closing 213 214 Autographs Autographs 215 216 Autographs f 'in tfJUc -JpjPZc , yJiJtZ 3 : 3 rrou fyueyL c aJJu w ■ .t A inr 1‘f9') A0l9H 7 70 im, : SS3Hd 31VI03T«OD «3iNI