Edina West Upper Division - Windigo Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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Twenty-two seniors go to court Back Together Again?” At four in the morning, ”The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” would have been more appropriate. This was how it began for the members of the '77- 78 Homecoming Court. On Monday September 26. twenty-two seniors were roused from their sleep by the thunderous clamor of the student council. Though Kris Foust hid timidly under her covers. Mike Lewis staggered unknowingly into the presence of fifteen some girls, covered only by his boxers. Via a convoy which acknowledged no stop signs, the new Homecoming Court made its way to junior Tom Hauser’s house to enjoy a celebration of dancing and donuts. Court activities began before Homecoming week even came around. Opening with a night at Lord Fletcher's set an exciting pace which was maintained throughout the week. Eating at home became a rare event; dinner at Regli's and Vidmar's joined by brunch at Kerker's, High’s, and Denny’s added inches to many waistlines. An East-West barbecue at Langefel’s topped off the feasts. Seeing Steve Schultz fall off a cliff at Taylors Falls was unforgettable. Sharing memories at a picture party later in the year tied the Court’s week in a wonderful bow. Emotions peaked at coronation. When chosen as queen, Julie Barrett’s reaction was, ”1 thought Sofie had picked the wrong girl. I kept telling him to move on down the line. The Court’s week was a truly festive celebration of Homecoming. In summation, Anne Denny commented, P.T.L. 20 MIDDLE: Attempting to reach their goal of two hundred pounds. Bill Kerker and John Dulin chow down their dinner. ABOVE: Relieved of the tension and excitement of the crowning, Janis Horns and Steve Schultz walk down the aisle.

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. . . with variety Senior Mark Solfelt has had many achievements as a high school student. His most rewarding accomplishment was playing the lead role of Tevye, in the production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof. “Initially I felt overwhelmed and incompetent, but it was really gratifying to accept the challenge, devote myself to it, and see it work through a successful conclusion. Other personal accomplishments include being a recipient of an NOTE Achievement Award in Writing, maintaining a high academic average, and the growth of his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. Finally, being Homecoming King was a tremendous honor. “It made me thankful for the opportunities I have had to develop personal relationships with a variety of people. . . . with discipline Twice a day shots of insulin help Kathy Forster (12) to cope with diabetes. 19 ?TUD€hT Life

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LEFT: Playing a song he composed. King Mark Solfelt entertains at Anne Denny's house, one of the many Homecoming Court parties. BELOW: HOMECOMING COURT: N. Vidmar. J. Benson, C. Edwards, J. Cabalka, A. Denny. M. High. S. Robbins, J. Dulin, C. Regli, R. Kerker, Queen J. Barrett, King M. Solfelt, S. Schultz, J. Horns, B. Bechtle, K. Baehr, M. Lewis, K. Wurst. D. Langefels, E. Eifrig, G. Hirsch, K. Foust. As part of a tradition at Edina-West, Queen Julie Barrett reads the Royal Proclamation as King Mark Solfelt looks on at the Homecoming Court coronation. MIDDLE: Trying to look as respectful as possible during the national anthem, Jon Benson, Mike Lewis, and Bill Kerker stand at attention. ABOVE: After being crowned. Queen Julie Barrett is congratulated. 21 HOMECOMING COURT