Gateway High School - Olympiad Yearbook (Aurora, CO)

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oraduates anxiously await for the ceremony to I Graduation. A time every Senior looked forward to, and the class of I983 had high expectations as well. When June 4 came around all Seniors were excited as they knew the time they had worked I2 years for had finally arrived. But this attitude was soon changed as they were preparing for the ceremony. As the graduates were lining up, the bleachers began closing on them, although there were still people sitting on them. The graduates were forced to jump from seven, to eight feet off the ground. Many girls were forced to jump, regardless of the fact that they had on three to four inch heels. Some of the other people were literally crushed before they had time to jump. Through this accident seven members of the class were injured. Among the injured was Vonna Maul, who went through the ceremony with a temporary cast and the help of Sid Whitney. Once the ceremony was finally started, and platform guests were introduced, speeches were given. Speakers consisted of class officers who gave speeches on some of the most memorable times of the past four years. There was also addresses from Vale' dictorian lrene Cote, and Salutatorian Dan Pfannenstiel. The presentation of diplomas followed and the moment the class of l983 had waited for finally arrived. While Maria Bishop was giving the Benediction, orange and gold caps began flying. As the graduates made their way back to the gym, their thoughts were on their futures, some con- sisted of college, others of full time jobs. Still others looked forward to the graduation parties that were to follow that night. From this the class of l983 will never be forgotten. continue, I4 Gradua tion-i983 Valedictorian lrene Cote sheds light on her future. 79693 M V 0 ' 1 .5 4 p 1 .M O N-V D W 'Q 1' 'U Y O ' wc fs ' 'X f 'L' A W9 s is 59 3 Glenn Williams reminisces on his favorite times of his Senior year 4

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Red Rocks provides a great line up of concerts each summer that many students enjoy, 4? : ,Vs 'fx 4 n Wx- 'X 3. Summertime. A time when everyone threw away their books and headed to Creek or to a nearby swimming pool. The fireworks on the fourth of July brought out the patriotism in all of us. The mountains were also popular places for swimming, camping, picnicing, playing frisbee, or just relaxing. Vacations often took students to sunny, far away places. Even school groups took trips, like the Spanish clubs' trip to Sante Fe, New Mexico. Some of the less fortunate people were stuck indoors working. Jr. Ann Ramierz said, Summer is the best time of year because of the concerts, the guys, and the new friends. Some of the favorite concerts of the summer were The B-52's, The Producers, The Fixx, and LD. Normans, a 3.2 bar and dance place, provided a new hang out because they hosted a very popular teen night on Thursdays. The cheerleaders and Pom Pons spent their summer, effort, and time at camps, perfecting their routines and cheers. Some people also spent their time in summer school, earning credits to- ward graduation. Soph. Diane Quintana said, The best part of summer means that school is out, but when we graduate it will be over and we'll miss lt. For the football teams and cheerleaders. the days were long and filled with practice. For oth- ers, the days were nothing but lying in the sun, catching up on your soap operas, swimming at Cherry Creek, or just sleeping. Summer was full of fun and one of the most free seasons, but it all went by too quickly. fm u Playing football was a great way to relax on a hot summers day. Student I. ife I3

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Orange and Gold caps were a sign that graduation had finally arrived. Salutaturian Dan Pfannenstiel W I 1 - Class officer ,leffAllen1an gives the gpggks gh what lnade his high . Welcome to the graduates and guests. school life ex citing. .2 U U r Q ' I 7 H V 0 'Ib v Q li Q n 5 3 W I V I fx l.- Vonna Maul receives her diploma with a large smile and helping hand from Sid Whitney. The Procession of the graduates had everyone standing, Student L ife I5