Francis Joseph Reitz High School - Reflections Yearbook (Evansville, IN)

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Cathy Thomas Michelle Thomas Lane Thompson Deborah Tieken Lisa Trautvetter John Umbach Catherine Vasquez Daniel Vaughn Matine Vincent , . . . Jeff Vinson v . ; ' 7 ' .- ' f, ' PHNgTO AVAILABLE Christine Wagner Dominique Walker Julie Ward Kathy Wargel Here are only a few of the many fine seniors eager to take on the responsibility of an adult. 68 Q SENIORS

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Lasting Decisions Continuous copy over two columns, not balanced. The most important decisions seniors have to make are about college. First, they must decide whether or not they want to go on to college. Many decide to go to college to further their education and pursue a career. Some, however, go simply because they have no Choice in the matter with par- ents. Sometimes they go to college because it is a good way to pass time until they figure out what to do with their life. Others decide col- lege is not the answer for them and go directly to work or into the service. Whatever the reason for go- ing, there is much to be con- sidered about college. Choos- ing a school to suit an individuals wants and needs is probably the most difficult. Many want to choose a school big enough to offer a wide course selection, but small enough so it is not imperson- al. Next to the big universities are the equally important technical and trade schools. Cost must also be taken into consideration. Many stu- dents qualify for financial aid which will enable them to choose from a wider selection of schools. By Debbie Guetling Bryan Shoutz Deborah Shrode Kelly Siekmann Julie Simmons Laura Sesson Debra Smith Pam Smith Sherry Snodgrass John Snyder Shannah South Maura Southern Jason Spain John Stagg Sam Steinmetz Kathy Steurer Kerri Stokes Mark Stuckey Cynthia Thies SENIORS Q67

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Above the Rest Being eighteen can have its advantages and disad- vantages. Eighteen is the age which is considered a legal adult. There are many difficult responsibilities of being an adult. Most eigh- teen year olds take on these responsibilities. Hopeful- ly, by acting like young adults they may be treated like young adults. One advantage is being able to vote in the elec- tions. They may finally vote for who they wish to win. Another advantage is feeling a sense of indepen- dence, feeling that they are old enough to make the right or wrong decisions for themselves without be- ing told. A disadvantage to some eighteen year old males is registering with the na- tional government. It seems like a draft system. They must register because it is the law. Another dis- advantage for some teen- agers is having to pay for their own needs and wants. Such as their own food, clothes, or their personal belongings. Usually, with no help from parents or guardians, a job is a must to survive. By taking a survey, we asked a few students what they feel are some advan- tages and disadvantages of turning eighteen. Senior Kelly Siemann says, Turning eighteen will give me a lot more prive- liges at home. Senior Adina Allen says, When I turned eighteen I found a better job and have a lot more freedom. Senior Mark Pfister says, Iim dreading the registration for the national government. Allthough eighteen can be a fun age, the responsi- bilites should be taken into consideration when deci- sion making. By Julie Jourdan Brent Wasson Brian Wasson David Waterman Deanna Weese Tim Weiss Dawn Whalen Mike Wilhite Bryan Will Anna Williams Todd Williams James Wimpelberg Jeanette Winiger Scott Winstead Sarah Wolf SENIORS Q69