Highland High School - Iris Yearbook (Highland, IL)

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homecoming week: For the theme of the 1981 Homecoming, the Student Council chose “‘The World’s Fair.’ This choice was made to honor the upcoming arrival of the real World’s Fair to Knoxville, Tennessee. Under the direction of Ms. Bell, the Student Council made the week enjoyable and memorable for everyone. the world’s fair Many HHS traditions were kept, but some were left behind. 1981 was the first year that HHS had a Powderpuff volleyball game. This change was made by the administration with student safety in mind. The powderpuff cheerleaders still performed, and Tom Switzer captured the throne. The traditional Pie Eating Contest was left behind also, as students sunk their teeth into caramel ap- ples. Lowell Caulk and Todd Reilson were the victors. if LY Other contests included a Wall Decorating Contest in which the senior class took first prize, and a Pumpkin Carving Contest. The pumpkins were displayed in the Media Centers so students, like Brad Kohlbrecher could enjoy them. Finally, Friday rolled around bringing Halloween Dress- Up Day and the Homecoming football game. Seniors Jo Ann Van Deren and Fred Michael disguised themselves humorously—Jo Ann as a Playboy bunny and Fred as a vampire. Dress-Up Day lasted only untill 3:00 on Friday, but the vaseline in Fred’s hair lasted longer. School spirit hit a peak on Friday. Lunch hours got crazy as the fourth hour clan built the traditional Homecoming pyramid u

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“h. ‘ = =A” 2S eae “The World's Fair’ kept HHS jumping during Homecoming Week when both students and faculty joined in the fun. Planned by the Student Council, the week began with a Powderpuff volleyball game and bonfire. Tuesday was T-shirt, Hat, and Shades Day, which made class a bit more exciting for everybody. Mrs Alarcon donned a Mexican sombrero while Mr. Schuette boasted a T-shirt from Hawaii. The camera caught sophomore Audra Abert displaying her message, “Flat is Beautiful’, in Spanish class, and a group of junior girls got together to show off their crazy creativity. Wednesday and Thursday were filled with con tests of every kind. Richard Jancek and Steve Sanvi made a good showing in the Bubble-Gum Blowing Contest, but senior Mark Blom took first prize once again. John MacDonald overcame Jay Strackeljahn in a strenuous Rubiks Cube Contest, and Lowell Caulk munched to victory in the Caramel Apple Eating Contest. Thursday was Red and Black Day, and Scott Simms showed his true colors by being found in the crowd of spectators wearing a bright red and black shirt

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Keeping spirit up for the Bulldogs can be a busy job, but Highland cheerleaders are even busier with many Lisa Fohne and Cathy Barney (Top) hold a Homecoming pop-through they made as they wait for the team. Cheerleaders Lori Seiberlich and Cindy Hester (Above) frantically light fire batons for the band’s halftime show behind-the-scenes tasks The Student Council sponsored a sock-hop after the Homecoming game. Richard Jancek, Paula East, and Brenda Thole (Right) wave to the camera as they show off their crazy socks catch the bulldog spirit “Those fans hold something they just can’t hide. Say hey—look out! It’s Highland Pride!” Highland Pride was the fever that everyone seemed to be catching that 1981 football season—es- pecially for the Homecoming football game against Jerseyville. Bright red cowboy hats worn by Highland football players, teachers, and fans alike symbolized their pride for Highland High School. Although the Bulldogs lost to the Jerseyville Panthers 29-34, it was a close and exciting game which kept the Bulldogs spirit boosted for the Coronation on the following evening.