Iroquois Central High School - Iroquoian Yearbook (Elma, NY)

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REFLECTIONS 1985 r •REFLECTIONS’' Reflections in the mirror of days gone by. When looking back on the last four years of our lives. Remembering the good times and the bad ones as well. Thinking of the friends we have made. Special times shared and the few things that caused us despair As the sunlight strikes the water Like the brightness of the future. Waves of warmth and hopefulness Come crashing to the shore of tomorrow. Tides of happiness wash away Rememberances of yesterday. Continually leaving traces in the sands of paths that ■we may follow As for now the present day forms bridges to the future. Each step is taken with special care. Each of us crossing into a day that is new. With the reflections of yesterday passing through Opening 3

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DEDICATION 1 On August 7, 1983, Jill Pyzikiewicz was critically injured in an automobile accident that resulted in severe brain stem damage. Rescued by the Elma and Jamison Rd. fire departments, Jill barely clung to life on her ambulance trip to the hospital. She remained in a coma for six months at Millard Fillmore. Doctors and family members tried everything to stimulate Jill, but nothing seemed to help. Every effort to bring Jill out of her coma was tried, including an elaborately decorated room, two pet rabbits (one being a huge French Lop named Sergio) being smuggled into her room, Michael Jackson music was played, and tapes with messages that were sent in by her caring friends were used. Finally, and miraculously Jill awakened from her coma, but now she faced extensive rehabilitation. She left Millard Fillmore in March of 1984 to enter Lake Erie Institute of Rehabilitation in Erie, Pennsylvania. Besides receiving physical therapy, Jill was tutored in math and language arts. She left L.E.I.R. in November of 1984 to return to her home. Jill is currently receiving physical therapy at E.C.M.C. and attends special classes at Orchard Park High School. All of Jill’s aides and therapists adore her because she is so cooperative. It is a miracle how far she has come since August of 1983. Each day she remembers more and more. Jill still has a long way to go, but she has already proven that she is a fighter. We, the class of 1985, proudly dedicate “Reflections” to a girl who has become a symbol of courage and spirit. Jill, all your friends and classmates wish you the best of luck! 2 Opening

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Pep Rally SENIORS VOTED MOST SPIRIT This year’s pep rally had a few interesting twists. The Seniors, having only two cheer- leaders, decided to “beef” up their squad by adding a few guys. Dressed in mini-skirts, wigs, and Hawaiian shirts, they heightened the spirit of their classmates. Their perfor- mance ended with the formation of a pyramid. Another interesting event that did not ap- pear on the agenda was the start of an unsuc- cessful revolution. Several members of the Senior class decided that our school staff was lacking in quality and concern and began a revolt which ended before it had a chance to begin. The program contained several annual events including the cheerleaders Pom Pom routine, danced to the music “Lights Out,” an excellent performance by the colorguard and the class color spirit contests. The Se- niors placed first in both contests with the junior class coming in second. The Pep Club sponsored the Pep Rally, and it is their job to clean up the confetti and put the gym back in order. One member remarked, “You can always tell which class sits where by the amount of paper underneath!” 4 Opening