El Paso High School - Spur Yearbook (El Paso, TX)

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table of CQntC-'ents Distinctions I4-28 Hcademics so-49 Organizations 44-65 Huxiliarg 66-8I Fine Hrts 84-97 Clubs IOO-IIS Sports II8-I8I Classifications l84-245

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f.. M .. 2 H dediootion ., Because of the countless number of hours devoted to their students during various extra-curricular ac- tivities, the yearbook staff takes pride in dedicating the 1979 Spur to Mr. George Leon and Mrs. Shirleen Becker. Mr. Leon and Mrs. Becker suc- cessfully worked together to produce two outstanding plays, 'The Sound of Music,' and 'Fiddler on the Ftoof.' Besides providing the music for choir contest, Mr. Leon also organiz- ed and conducted the annual Beauty Pageant. This was the fourth year that Mr. Leon has taken charge of 4lDsdlcsfian this event. Under his direction, the or- chestra took part in the Solo and Ensemble contest in March and the jazz festival also held that month. In May, Mr. Leon's musicmakers com- peted in a contest where they fared exceptionally well. ln preparation for special functions he often stayed late into the night working out slight imperfections, striving for perfection. Mrs. Becker started the year by co- sponsoring a debate tournament along with people from UTEP and the El Paso Electric Company. After that rehearsals began for 'Fiddler on the Fioof.' Along with Mr. Leon and numerous dedicated students, Mrs. Becker worked seven days a week directing, organizing, and working on costumes. During the second quarter she tutored students in preparation for several speech and debate tour- naments held at Austin High School. Afterwards, preparation for UIL com- petition began. Hard work and long hours finally paid off as students made a good showing in debate and one act plays. Thank you both for giving so unselfishly your time for the better- ment of our school.

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While most students were still eating breakfast, and others barely opening a sleepy eye, certain early birds were already at school busily engaged in various activities. One of these early-bird groups was the varsity band. This dedicated group of students well deserved the number one rating they received at band competition. In the gym, the girls' volleyball, basketball, and gymnastics teams were already working out. Often, cars pulling into the top parking lot had to stop for the ROTC cadets hard at work perfecting their routines. A group of dedicated students who never received trophies fortheirwork were the members of the Student Council and Vigilantes. They were responsible for decorating the halls, cars, the stadium, and the auditorium. They also supported and were involved in assemblies and other activities. As time for the 8:15 bell approach- 6lS1udenr Life lvlornin S ed, the number of student swelled. Scurrying figures could be seen dart- ing throughout the halls in order to avoid having to go to the attendance office for a tardy slip. one-Debbie Shipley perches precariously on a goal post while other Vigilantes help decorate the stadium. two-A courageous cyclist chooses to brave the cold NOVel'T1b6l' winds. three-Juniors Robert McGregor and Bill Schmidt hurriedly cross Stanton street en I'OUi9 to school.