Leo High School - Oracle Yearbook (Leo, IN)

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s alentines photo by Melanie Poe Love Leo Style Even though obstacles stood in the way of being together, couples still found time to share special moments. Red roses, boxes of heart- shaped candy, whispered sweet nothings, and happy couples were all characteristics of Valentine ' s Day. it was a time for couples to express their true feelings toward each other. Last year ' s Sweetheart Day was different than previous holidays. Last year was the first time that students had the opportunity to experience a semi-formal dance. Many students liked the change and made the dance a success. Sophomore Ann Reece said, I thought the dance was really ro- mantic because everyone got all dressed up. The controversy of students overly expressing their emotions for each other brought another change. A few teachers published a mini-drama in an issue of the Lion ' s Tale newspaper. The article focused on what the teachers thought was a serious problem in- volving couples showing too much affection for one another. This led to open opposition and controversy from students and a renewed effort at enforcing the policy of hand holding only. Anyone caught otherwise would first be warned, next sent to the office, and then even face the possibility of being suspended. Ju- nior Melanie Brandt commented, Why are you able to hug your best friend in the halls, but not your boyfriend. The problems involving school policies persisted throughout the year, but it didn ' t dampen the feelings or relationships many people shared. The dance, and flowers, although simple signs of affection, were not taken for granted as another Valentine ' s Day passed. — Shelly Slentz 26 It Valentines

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Items such as the e were donated by students to help less fortu- nate families have a merry Christmas. Getting ready to deliver items to the Christmas Bureau, Joel Yoder and Chris Hattery load boxes to help out. photo by Mike Hetnck Decorations, like these at Glenbrook Mall, were displayed all Prepar ng or CAir s mas, Ray DiLisi, Jeff McKee, and Craig Dubea aver town to add to the excitement of the Christmas season. pose with Santa Claus, who is really Jamie Grunden. Christmas 25

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After just receiving a dozen red roses for Valentine ' s Day, junior Janice Benny reads over the card that her sweetheart sent. photo by Melanie Poe Blowing up balloons for the Valentine ' s semi-formal dance, Danielle Duch, Jenni- fer Swoveland, Ann Reece, and David Reschly have fun while completing their task. photo by Jo Hobson Taking a break from her regular assign- ments, freshman Kris Straughn looks through the Valentine ' s issue of the Lion ' s Tale. Attending the first Valentine ' s Day semi- formal dance, sophomore couple Lance Chrisman and Lesley Meridith snuggle up before they head off to a slow dance. Valentines 27