Indian River Central School - Ojequack Yearbook (Philadelphia, NY)

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-----------------------------TIMES----------------------------- June 1985 Vol. 27 No. 1 the Yearly Newsbook A letter from the Principal I am most happy to reflect upon my thoughts and feelings regarding the graduating Class of 1985 in this edition of the In- dian River High School Year- book. Diversity, intelligence, sincerity, dedication, and hones- ty are among the attributes displayed by these young ladies and gentlemen. The members of the Class of 1985 have not chosen to dwell specifically upon activities of past years. Rather, they have explored new horizons and pioneered unique ideas such as “Alumni Night. Every graduating class from 1958-1984 was represented at this special reception held immediately following a home basketball game in January. This event gave past graduates the opportunity to share memories of their high school days. Perhaps the following quotation from a former alumnus best describes the mood of this occasion. “You just don’t realize the feelings hidden away inside each of us. Seeing my school, my friends and the kids of today brought both tears and laughter. I thank the graduating Class of 1985 for giving us “Old Folk,” the opportunity to share in this memorable night. Although weather conditions did not cooperate, a winter carnival had also been organized which highlighted competition in snow sculpture. The Class of 1985 will journey to Hcrshcy Park in Pennsylvania in early June for its senior trip. This will make the greatest distance traveled by any class in the past few years. A successful magazine campaign, a candle sale, a pizza sale, a donkey basketball game, and the senior and junior plays arc a few of the money-making pro- jects which have helped finance the Senior trip and the Prom, which will be held at the State Of- fice Building in Watertown. In addition, these young people have greatly contributed to our diverse academic, cultural and athletic programs. A high percentage of the 1985 graduates will enter institutions of higher learn- ing in preparation for future careers. Several will join the various branches of the armed forces while still others will utilize the basic skills ac- quired here or at the vocational center to earn a living. Individual talents will be greatly missed from those seniors par- ticipating in our music, art. agriculture, athletic, and other student related programs. It has been a sincere pleasure to work with you over the past six years. I wish each member of the graduating class success in all endeavors throughout life. , E. Stephen VanDuscn INDEX Cover by: T. Murray UNDERCLASS 34 The “little guy” speaks out... FACULTY 54 Education is alive and well at IRC ... MUSIC 94 Indian River makes beautiful music... ime June. 1985