Griffith High School - Reflector Yearbook (Griffith, IN)

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♦ Panthers have a hot night, greet alumni, send Red Devils to the pit To some, homecoming is an event in which students transform halls and wagon beds into a clutter of tissue paper, balloons and posters urging their team to victory. To others, Homecoming is a way to con parents into agreeing on an extra hour out joy riding with nine friends in a purple Volkswagen. Homecoming was originally devised to welcome alumni. Exercising their talents by creating a first place float, the Class of 1978 won for the second year in a row with “Exorcise the Devils. Two winning smiles reflect the happy feelings of seniors Jody Jeremiah and Steve Pavy as they reigned as Homecoming queen and king. 18

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A combination of purple pants, green argyle socks and a silver fishnet pullover may not get you on the Ten Best Dressed List, but it may earn extra ‘‘spirit points.” Spirit Week. That special time of year when looking different is smiled upon instead of cut down. Creative juices flowed freely as students displayed team spirit by dressing up for Clash Day, Inside-out-and-Backwards Day, Costume Day, Dress-up Day and Black and Gold Day. While most teachers looked on, some preferred to participate. Strolling into your third hour history class in time to see your teacher parading in a clown’s outfit, added to the fun. Pressures mounted as students divided their after-school time between homework, jobs and working on class floats. The sophomore float, ‘‘Cool ' em Down,” portrayed a Panther lowering a Red Devil into a glass of ice water. “Exorcize the Devils” was the juniors’ idea and the senior float, Level the Devils,” depicted a large Panther-driven steamroller in the process of crushing a Red Devil. Queen and King candidates were chosen by Booster Club and Varsity Club. Queen candidates were Barb Carlson, Mary Dolan, Cheri Greger, Jody Jeremiah and Joan Lazar. King candidates were Scott Baker, Mike Blythe, Pete Klovanish, Steve Pavy and Larry Szafasz. Sophmores excelled Activities Night by defeating the seniors in a tug-of-war contest. Strong vocal chords proved an asset as they also won the yelling contest. Juniors won the water-passing contest. Sophomores were awarded first place in the hall decorating competition. However, when class points were tabulated, seniors received the Spirit Flag. Although the fact that spirit points were earned by dressing up, even the most spirited breathed a sigh of relief when Monday came, and T-shirts and faded-out old Levi’s once again reigned throughout the hallways. 17

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their home field after returning from college or many years of absence. Traditionally, the Homecoming game is one of the most important games of a football season. A victory over the opposing team would be a satisfying way to end the week’s hectic preparations. Winners began to appear as Jody Jeremiah and Steve Pavy were crowned Homecoming Queen and King during halftime activities. Another winning effort was the juniors ' invention, “Exorcise the Devils,” as it won first place float honors. The main attraction of Homecoming, the game, proved that the Panthers were also winners, as the team defeated Lowell, 22-12. Nimble fingers, plenty of breath and concentration are required to play a tuba and watch the game. Sophomore Dave Kraus attempts such a feat. it ' s all a part of the game. Junior Steve Orr receives treatment from senior Mike Kraus for an injury that resulted from the game. Teamwork and perseverance aren’t the only factors that drive a team to victory. The Booster Club also plays an important role. 19