Elston High School - Elstonian Yearbook (Michigan City, IN)

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Students Four of the most outstanding students from Elston spent a week at Indiana State University, attending Hoosier State. Those representing Elston at Girls’ State were Sue Bremer and Amy DeMasi. Paul Shinn and Ed Davis were representatives for Boys’ State. During each session, the students observed and participated in a mock state government. Sue Bremer, after campaigning for office on the National Party ticket, was elected to the City Council. Her job was to appoint city officials. From the opposite party, was Amy DeMasi, an elected Federalist, who won a seat in the House of Representatives. Here, she gained experience in the process of lawmaking. Performing in the Executive branch was Ed Davis, a member of the Federalist Party. He was elected Mayor of ficticious Sheline County, thereby experiencing the workings of local government. Representing the National party, Paul Shinn was chosen as a delegate to the State Convention. He was also given the prestigious and much sought after position of Flag Bearer, during the morning services. All four students enjoyed themselves in Terre Haute. They all commented on how much they learned and the many people they met, also, that this experience proved beneficial in many ways. The Boys’ State representatives. Ed Davis and Paul Shinn. Sue Bremer and Amy DeMasi. Girls’ State representatives.

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Excellence Displayed By Students used the theory of fun and games to show their academic achievements. They indulged in games of trivia about different academic subjects. Scholarama is a way for outstanding students to display their scholastic talents against our cross-town rivals.They qualify by taking tests for each division, or by teacher recommendation. Four divisions are involved:Social Studies, English, Science, and Math. Quiz Bowl is a jeopordy-like competition between schools around Northern Indiana.Mr. Dehne is the sponsor.while Mrs. Showalter.Mr. Kerwin, Mr. Lester, and Mrs. Lindley assist in conducting the meets. Many students took part in these games, but more students should be involved. Many new experiences were found,as well as many new friends. Mr. Dehne and Mrs.Showaltcr find a question. Students wait for the question. 22 Mike Maloney looks on as Mr. Bruemmer grades the tests.

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Many Awards Given Due to their intelligence, athletic ability and good service in our community, some Elston students have earned very special awards. Every year the Abijah Bigelow Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution award two students from each high school a citation based on their record of citizenship. Doug Elenz received the “DAR” award and Jodie Taub was selected for the “Good Citizen Award”. Doug then had to write an essay for state competition on his activities, family, religion, America and his role in each of them. Swimmers Amy Demasi and Doug Elenz earned the “Most Promising Athlete” honors. These are given to an underclassmen on the basis of his her past athletic performance, sportsmanship and furtue potential. Amy earned this recognition during her Junior year when she won the 200 yd. freestyle and the 100 yd. backstroke at the sectionals. In the state meet held at Ball State University, she took a 3rd place in the backstroke. Doug became one of the most successful athletes from Michigan City. As a Junior in Sectional, he won the 50 yd. freestyle, the 100 yd. backstroke and was a member of the medley relay team which placed 2nd. At the state meet, Doug estabished a new state record in the 100 yd. backstroke as well as winning the 50 yd. freestyle. He also was Indiana’s “Swimmer of the Year” and received All American Honors. These students have kept the tradition of superiority which has always been associated with Elston. They have proved the pride and dedication that is prevelant in our school. Congratulations for jobs well done!! DAR winner Doug Elenz Good Citizen Jodie Taub 24