Klein High School - Bearkat Yearbook (Klein, TX)

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A royal knight conquers all Homecoming: A Royal Knight in Klein's Kingdom. The spectacular event of course broughtthe expected specialties butmost of all presented some extravagant new traditions. For the first time in several years, the Homecoming Court was chauffeurred around the track at half-time in Mustang convertibles. To benefit the students involved in extra-curricular activities surrounding the football game, the dance was changed to Saturday night instead of following the Friday night game to allow the participation of everyone. The Bearkats nicked Nimitz with a 31-6 victory, which was an added feature to the excitement of Homecoming. The halftime ceremony set the mood for the entire Ross Klein and Cindy Cowen dance to the theme from Ice Castles . Mike Hurley chauffers Jamie Earnest and Kristin weekend with outstanding performances by the drill team and band. The Homecoming Court was also recognized. Nominees for King and Queen were Seniors: Cindy Cowen, Paula Dooley, Jamie Earnest, Lori Gantt, Kristin Hendricks, Jill Letcher, Kris Schuler, Mike Dion, Ross Klein, Larry LeBeau, Brian Letbetter, Arne Lindblom, Mike Patrick and Brad Schard. The Dukes and Duchesses from the Freshman, Sophomore and Junior classes were selected and announced prior to Homecoming. Theywere asfollows:Juniors, Colleen Brennan and Mark Norwood, Sophomores, Terry Davenport and Gary Hayes: and Freshmen, Jill Darbyshire and Chris Schoth. The dance began at8:0Op.m.and washeld in the school gym. The creative decorations were designed by the Student Council and revolved around the theme, A Royal Knight in Klein's Kingdom. The anxiously awaited selections for Homecoming King and Queen were announced. Cindy Cowen and Ross Klein received the honors. The D.J., Disco America, provided a variety of music to accommodate all tastes of Klein students and helped to entertain and assure the enjoyment of all. The outcome of Homecoming '83 would be an event to remember and definitely added to the idea that Klein students had it all. Hendricks around the track at half time. 94 Homecoming .Lin ' Homecoming theme for the 1983-84 school year. Bobby Giovannangelo and Susan Fisher pose for pre-dance pictures.

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H-WNY For some 2:15 was not the end The last bell rang at 2:15, signalling the dismissal of school, but for many students the day was just beginning. This bell marked the start of a variety of activities which would promote involvement, dedication and a sense of pride. For these students, school became more than just reading, writing and arithmetic. Even after dark, students could be found polishing their extracurricular activities to perfection. Students worked with endless commitment of an array of activities. An example of these included football. band and dance team practice, plus drama rehearsals and yearbook and newspaper production. Other students strived toward achieving total student unity by serving on Student Council or working with various school organizations. .NH-' Key Club members listen intently to the facts. Jack Fox and Robin crappi file in to show spirir P 0'0 bl' Lee Afmsffong- at the after school pep rally. Photo by Debbie Petrakos. Margaret Traverse prepares her music for the upcoming concert. Photo by Lee Armstrong. After School 93

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Couples began leaving the fes ti vi ty during the last sang. The 1982-83 Queen, Sherry K ran tz, crowns Cindy Cowen during the ceremony. ri ' f' ff I' X V A' , QW fl 'f ' H n , I K X xx 1 . j in 17' .iid Bonnie Shaffer and Peter Frey prepare Io leave for the dance. Senior friends take time out for their last Homecoming pose. Homecoming 95