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

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The moment we annually wait for, the coronation of the statue of Mary. This crowning tradition was passed on to senior Angela Cieslek with the help of ringbearer Regina Acuri who presented the crown to queen. Not only do they have to present flowers, but the court members also lead the assembly in the Prayers of the Faithful. Seniors Deanna Vella, Maureen Emerson, and Joanna Acro- mitc pray for the continual spiritual growth of Divine Child As Mass begins, senior Todd Eby checks out the program to get an idea of what’s going on. It’s tradition for the senior class to wear their gradua- tion gowns to this ceremony, as they gather with the rest of the school for the last time. The 1988 Court included Queen An- gela Cieslek, Ringbearer Regina Acuri. Deana Vella, Maureen Emer- son. Debbie Oliverio, Annette Mical- lef, and Joanna Acromite. May Crowning 23

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A Crowning in May May is always a spe- cial month for stu- dents at DC. It marks that the end of the year is near and that we will be moving forward, especially the senior class. But, before we start studying for finals, saying our final goodbyes, or- ,for some, preparing for grad- uation, we set aside a day to honor our Blessed Mother Mary at the annual May Crowning Ceremony. This May was a little more memorable for seven particu- lar senior girls. These young ladies were chosen by the girls of the senior class to represent them during the coronation. The two nominees that re- ceived the most votes were honored with the positions of queen and ringbearer.“Being chosen to be a part of such an honored tradition makes my senior year even more special to me”, explains senior court- member Joanna Acromite. The court members this year were Joanna Acromite, Annette Micallef, Regina Acuri, Deanna Vella, Maur- een Emerson, Debbie Oli- verio, and Angela Cieslek. This year the honor of crown- ing the Blessed Mother was received by Angela Cieslek, while Regina Acuri aided her effort as this year’s ring- bearer. As the senior class pro- cessed in wearing their aca- demic gowns, the court and mass celebrant followed in to mark the beginning of the an- nual tradition. The seven young ladies carried out their duties with the presentation of the single red roses and the actual coronation of the stat- ue of the Virgin Mother. “It was really special to me to be able to show my love and re- spect for Mary at one of our school’s most honored tradi- tions”, states Debbie Oli- verio. Although the ceremony was memorable to the entire stu- dent body, it meant a little more to this year’s graduating class. The mass marked the last time the senior class would come together with the underclassmen as part of the DC family. “Wearing our gowns today made me realize how close graduation really is. It’s sad to think that not long from now we all will be separated”, explains senior Debbie Donaldson. □ by: J. Currier The ceremony would not be complete without our parish priests. Father Kucyk and Father Joe. Both were on hand to lead the congregation in the honoring of the Virgin Mother. Attentively court members Annette Micallef, Joanna Acromite, Regina Acuri watch this year’s queen approach the altar to crown the statue of Mary. 22 May Crowning

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Hours before the doors were even opened at the Fair- lane Club on May 13th, the feeling of Prom and prepera- tions for the big night were well under way. Hair apoint- ments, last minute “do-dad” shopping, and pick-up’s of the awesome “tux with tails”- -had been going on since school got out at 1:20 that afternoon. Slowly, 7 o’clock grew nearer. After all the nerve wracking running around and picture taking was finally over, cars had begun to pull up outside the Fairlane Club- Prom was finally here! The theme of this year’s Junior Senior Prom was “The Best of Times.” This was clearly exemplified on the faces of all those who at- tended. With dinner begin- ning promptly at 8pm, the colorful dresses and bright, smiling faces were rushed quickly to their tables. The first course of the meal was cream of broccoli soup, fol- lowed by a tossed salad, with the main course being chicken cordon blue, and rainbow sherbert served in chilled champagne glasses to top of the meal. Once dinner was over, cou- ples moved to the dance floor to rock the night away. The “Hey you!” DJ played a var- iety of up-beat tunes, and the typical romantic slow songs. “I really enjoyed Prom,” commented senior Kirk Lil- ley,“the food was o.k., the music was good, but the best part was the atmosphere! With everyone there having a good time-it really got you going!!” As the night rolled along, the exciting mood grew thicker and camera flashes continued to be blinding. When Prom finally came to a close at lam, enthusiasm fora sleepless night and day at the beach was on high. As the stu- dents drifted slowly off to gatherings of their own, silent murmuring’s could be heard, it was the “Best of Times...” □ by: T. Gruchala “Bring on dinner!” Seniors Craig Smoltz. Matt Dobzyniak. and junior Jenny Bialy arc ready and waiting for the food to arrive. Dinner was served at 8 p.m., and obviously, everyone was ready. Photo by: K. Duffy “Is she alive?” Senior Kris Nasiatka relaxes after the long night of danc- ing. Many students ventured out to private gatherings after the big event at the Fairlane Club. Photo by: K. Lilley With Prom only half over, senior Paul C'assatta and junior Michele Portelli take a much needed break. With loud music and crowded dance floor, any break was much appreciated. Photo by: M. Fcrgestrom