Marian High School - Diadem Yearbook (Bellaire, TX)

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and athletes: untiring cf arts mmmcuded. kt -ag . is Sporting their awards received at the football banquet, lettermen Bill Call, Dick Sen- sat, and Anthony La Corte show the student body the results of their athletic efforts. auctions marked the arrival of the annual sweetheart contest to Mar- ianis budding proteges. Emcees for the event were sisters Patsy and Donna Amason, dressed identically for their dual introductions. Marian's own band, the F la- mingosf' accompanied the singing and dancing acts. A variety of acts including a skit on the now-famous Eloise, a singing sister trio, song soloists, and a comic ballet by sen- ior boys bedecked in ruffles and frills, added spice to the captivat- ing program. Highlight of the campaign was the crowning of Queen Bonnie Lee Sedita on February 9 at the Sweet- heart Ball. The cafeteria was dec- orated with cupid's hearts a n d bright red streamers to provide an atmosphere of gaiety for the court and the attendants. This social ac- tivity brought in 83,000 to be used for purchase of new books for the school library. Guest speaker, Mr. Andy Zubel addresses the ban! uet audience on l the value of sports in school life. Honorary guests at the boys' football banquet, Mr. B. Clatterbuck, Mrs. B. Clatterbuck, Mrs. B. Golibart, Mr. B. Golibart, Father Heyck, Mr. A. Zubel, Mr. E. H. jackson, Mrs. E. H. Iackson, Mrs. S. Campise, and Mr. S. Campise enjoy discus- sions during the banquet. 4 x '71 C

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augrafulafims rendered in 6166 61110 i Jr --,- Choristers get in a last minute practice before the long awaited trip to San Antonio. Following the Yuletide tradition, carolers Pat Neil, Pat Tipton, Sandra Hugenroth, Bon- nie Lee Sedita, Ceri Tucker, and Betty Ruth Sanders fill the air with Christmas cheer. X NVith the cold winds comes a flurry of social activity for Marianites. Mr. XVinter wit- nessed the annual Christmas dance as one of the first events to grace the season. A festive spirit prevailed at the holiday frolic which feted a lovely queen, Erin Alessandra. Stu- dents, accompanied by the B o b Simmons orchestra, danced in the school cafeteria until the witching hour of twelve. VVinter saw traveling Mar- ian choristers bring home a superior rating from the song festival h eld at Incamate YVord College in San Antonio. The singers tied with Provi- dence of San Antonio in com- petition with nine other Texas schools to climax the work of the music department. Following a spirited football season, the team was honored with a well-earned banquet held in the cafeteria. Counted among the guests was Mr. Andy Zubel, principal speaker, who talked on the increased interest in football and the im- portance of athletics. One of t lr e m o s t eagerly awaited events of the evening was the presentation of the awards by Coach Bill Golibart. Jackets and sweaters were presented to varsity members and tro- phies a n d letters w e r e awarded to senior athletes, cheerleaders, and managers. Turning from the natural to the supernatural, Marianites t o o k spiritual inventory of themselves at the annual re- treat conducted by Father R. J. Rebholz, C.S.S.R., on Feb- ruary 5 and 6. Taking time off from studies, the students set aside everyday tasks to re- view their lives for the past year and to cen ter their thoughts a n d attention on their Creator. Through daily Mass, Communion, spiritual reading, and private inter- views, each student set his soul in order resolving to lead a better life. In the true spirit of Valen- tine season, each homeroom elected a candidate for school sweetheart. Cake sales, candy sales, gay parties, and Chinese

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Studen is unite .... take spiritual acwuu f. Answer your calling in life, admonishes Father Rebholz at the annual retreat. To climax the retreat, Father Robert Rebholz, C.S.S.R., bestows the Papal Blessing upon the student bodv.