Dobson High School - Equus Yearbook (Mesa, AZ)

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’ 6 Cc f 4 V ’’► ' V » 1 ‘ '« c » ’ V “«.’V I « -•V'’ ’.' «- ■ .......r► :► - Mrs. Caldwell can still smile even after the nightmare of registration and the semi-annual deluge of schedule changes. Sharing a laugh, Mr. Rowden and sec- retary Debbie Smith review the Lady Mustangs’ basketball game schedule. Along with his numerous responsibil- ities, Mr. Storment still finds time to aid students like sophomore Phillip Kajca.

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“K I nowing just one person makes all the difference in the world during that first week. commented new student John Bono. ‘‘The Buddy System is a really great idea!” On orientation day, new students approached a crowd of veterans and searched for signs with their names. The buddies were given a chance to get acquainted. This program, devel- oped by the counseling depart- ment, gave new students an alter- native to the lonely first day of school. Besides the Buddy System, counselors also coordinated Op Shop, a program that allows stu- dents to visit booths and obtain in- formation on colleges, tech schools, and job opportunities. As important as these innova- tive programs, was the willingness of counselors to help students with their individual concerns. Design by Diane Osgood. Photos by Greg Fresquez. Diligently, receptionist Debbie Rich- ardson copies a memorandom. On her way to her office, Ms. Dietrich pauses to visit with Jeff Drummond. Counselors Adopt New System Be A Buddy