Hicksville High School - Comet Yearbook (Hicksville, NY)

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The sophomore float prepares to leave the field after the Comets literally stomped” the Lawrence Tornadoes at Homecoming. At Homecoming the Hicksville cheering section discusses highlights from the victorious football game. he football field lit up, as black and orange rippled in the bleachers. Shouts of approval I were heard each time the home team scored and the cheerleaders kicked and chanted Homecoming cheers that kept spirits high. Senior Jackie Fiorillo recalls,“that was the one day you could see school spirit everywhere.” Similarly, senior Marylou Bertone said, “Everyone brought a positive atti- tude of team spirit and togetherness.” No matter what grade you were in, Homecoming was a must to attend. Even people who graduated years ago were back to cheer on Hicksville at Homecoming ’88. Senior Nicole Emandie said, “I felt good with all my friends there, and we had lots of fun rooting for our foot- ball players.” The most exciting part of Homecoming, aside from the vic- torious game, was halftime, with the float competition, the mar- ching band, and the announcement of the new Homecoming queen. Speaking about the the senior float, Fran Baer explain- ed that “we worked on it for about one month and even though «= the concept of creating a tornado seemed tough, when we won, jj all the work was really worth it.” Finding out who would win homecoming queen and princesses was another highlight of SeAaaC evenycvJiene. Homecoming. Jenique Nijboer recalls “when Jeanine Sirey won, she was really excited and we were all happy to see her win.” The marching band and the Color Guard made this year’s halftime much more colorful. In addition, according to senior Tom Reiley, “the kickline’s modern dance routines were really fun to watch.” All in all, Homecoming was not only a great event because of the Hicksville victory, but also fun to be at because of the exciting and unforgettable atmosphere. — Giok- azta Molina Senior Ralph Santiago gapes at the incredible play carried out by Hicksville offense at Homecoming. Homecoming 17

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 Seniors Chris Horvath and Maria Pina take time out between periods to share a precious moment together at their lockers. Seniors Francesca Barilla, Denise Sciabarissi, and Colleen Kelly embrace in a big ‘three muskateers’ hug in between classes. riendships. We feel that they’ll last for- ever. But is this possible? After all, “forever” is a long time. With college just around the corner and new relationships to be formed, we have to wonder if the old ones will fade. I know we all like to think that we’ll keep our high school friends in the future, but we may be wrong. Did you know that most people keep their college buddies over their high school pals? Senior Tara Schropher feels confident in that “the really close friendships that I’ve made over the years will last and stay close throughout college, but the ‘hi-bye’ relationships will fade.” Senior Sean Tower agrees that “the everyday relationships won’t last, but the good ones will.” It will be difficult, but hopefully we’ll all keep in touch. But the thought of never seeing any of our high school chums after graduation still sits in the ‘ 74ieveaCCy cCa e cvcCC Ca t!' back of our minds. Senior Nauman Shah feels that our high school relationships “will last if we’re mature about them.” Who do you think will remain close? -Maria Pohanis Senior John Mandra is determined to show his girlfriend Karen Kar- mann a good time at the Homecoming Dance as they dance the night away. You're doing a great job, John! Relationships 19 »»» »» rwwj.