Jefferson High School - Nautilus Yearbook (Lafayette, IN)

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Wide ariety Of Amu ement For Jeff What does one think of when he hears the word pep session or convocation? Many teachers have one common thought - a loss in teaching time. But students exhibit many various feelings. Some students think of boredom, shortened classes, or a chance to catch up on some sleep. Many students, however, forward to these two activities excitement and interest. The pep sessions this year were filled with spirit and enthusiasm. Advisory Board members, cheerleaders, teachers, and seniors donned unusual and funny costumes to wear in skits which portrayed the ignorance and lack of talent that Jeff teams hoped to find in opposing squads and often did. The cheerleaders led cheers look with nine interesting convocations to take their minds off of studies. The committee that chose these convos was made up of two Sunshine Society members, two Student Council members, and the l976-77 sophomore and junior presidents and vice-presidents, and these people did a good job at choosing entertaining acts. The year began with a fine show by the Army Jazz Band, and later on in the year, the Mountain Music Makers and Jeff's own A Cappella choir entertained the student body with their musical ability. Students and teachers also were entertained by speaker Don Lonie, two gymnasts, and a representative of the Atomic Energy Commission of Oakridge, Tennessee, Above Cheerleader captain Terri Delay announces the winning class of the spirit jug contest. The junior class tended to dominate this competition. Top right: A Cappella choir members warm up for their traditional Christmas convo. Right A representative from the Oakridge, Tennessee. nuclear energy plant demonstrated several types of energy with his unusual equipment. 5, . . if and yells to bolster spirit among the students and players and directed the traditional spirit jug contests. After each pep session, one could feel the spirit and excitement which filled the halls and the students' disappointment at returning to classes. But pep sessions were not the only class interruptions. Jeff students also had l at 23 however, Dr, Morton Ford, a hypnotist, and karate expert Tom Twining were the most well-liked performances presented at Jeff. X So despite the few who thought the pep sessions and convos were useless, the majority of the student body and teachers are sure to agree that the performances were very interesting, entertaining, and well worth the time they took up.

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V , E an -I '-auf' .AE . -4' .fufwfvii ' .., aw Homecoming, U , with A QW? Flair if i ill 4 mv y The Homecoming bonfire produces the spark of determination for the much anticipated game against Richmond. Our fan support, from students and adults alike. has been strong all year long. l'm certain that a portion of the extra effort we extended against Richmond resulted from the week-long efforts of the student body. and particularly the varsity cheerleaders, to get behind us, commented Coach Dave Knott. The week-long efforts leading up to Friday, October I4, to which he referred, included the bonfire, spirit competitions, hall decorations and the crowning of Jenny Dible as Homecoming Queen, The long-anticipated game pitted Jeff against conference rival Richmond. After playing two quarters of scoreless ball, Jeff placed points on the scoreboard in the third quarter, when Gary Little ran 65 yards for a touchdown. Gregg Thomas followed by kicking the extra-point conversion, which proved to be the winning factor of the game, as the final score was 7-6 in favor of Jeff. Looking back on the game Coach Knott remarked, For the first time all year long we reduced our offensive errors to zero, while Richmond committed five. That, coupled with the superior effort of our defensive team, resulted in a big victory. The team has reason to cheer. for the final socre was 7-6 in favor of Jeff, These boys display the spirit and determination that was evident all week long.

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