Midlakes High School - Reflections Yearbook (Clifton Springs, NY)

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Midlakes Mini-Mag J4omecoming 1987 by Colleen Doyle How many of you have wanted to confront the elements? Just once — just you against the fe- rocity of nature! Well, it is an ex- hilarating battle, I can tell you that! October eleventh, on that Sun- day morning, I embarked on a raft- ing journey down the Black River. Little did I know, as I stood upon the muddy river bank in Water- town, New York, I was about to experience the heights of fear and excitement, and the most intense sense of victory ever known to my small town existence! continued on pg. 15 by Amy Bankert As the representative of Midlakes High School's American Field Service chapter, I traveled to a small country in Northeast Af- rica known as Tunisia. I would like to begin by filling you in on the purpose of American Field Service. American Field Ser- vice was established in 1914 by the valiant efforts of people from all over the world. It was estab- lished with the intent to promote world peace and tranquility. As a by Jennifer Hussar It was a crisp early morning. Thursday, October first, 1987. Students of Midlakes High School entered the building to the voice of Sammy Hagar and the tune Where Eagles Fly. Once inside, everyone stopped to admire the brilliantly decorated black and blue hallway put up the night before by dedicated members of each class. The walls (and ceilings!!) depicted lots of pride and school spirit and, hopefully, an upcoming victory over the Victor Blue Devils, the opponents at this weekend's foot- ball game. The feeling of Home- coming was in the air. Homecoming at Midlakes High School this year, 1987, was some- thing different. It was more than just a Football Game and Home- coming Dance for one night. This year it was a whole weekend full of activities with everyone involved. Yes, there was the legendary pep rally, football game and dance. But, in addition, this year included student going abroad, one's goal is to adapt to an alien culture and thus vieyv their beliefs objectively. As a Tunisian, I was fortunate to travel throughout the country to places such as Carthage, Tunis, Sousse, Monastir, La Marsa, La Goullette, and my home town of El Kharawn or Kairouan. Many of these cities are important to the African World and are significant in history. For example, Carthage continued on pg. 15 a bonfire, a kazoo parade, and a lady “Powderpuff football tour- nament complete with male cheerleaders. Another new addi- tion, thanks to David Whitcomb, Midlakes Athletic Director, was that all sporting events were scheduled home, making Home- coming '87 for everyone. Every varsity sport and most JV sports had a home event. Many of the changes took place under the supervision of Mr. Rob- ert Leyh, Advisor to the Midlakes Student Council. I remember what a blast our Homecoming was at Gates-Chili when I was in high school and I wanted to carry the same feeling to Midlakes” ex- plained Mr. Leyh. I was extreme- ly pleased with the turn out this year and we are definitely going to do it again.” Mr. Leyh felt that the best new addition to the festivities was the Friday night bonfire and games continued on pg. 14 by Mel Curtis The organization S.A.D.D. was developed to try to lessen the fa- tality rate of young adults involved in alcohol related accidents. The S.A.D.D. Chapter at Midlakes High School was organized in 1984. continued on pg. 15 S. ummer in 5, unmet it

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10 Top Left: Varsity Cheerleaders Top Right: Boo Sanford throwing a T.D. Pass. Middle Left: Brian Ormsbee, Todd Avedisian and Ron Butler. Showing the '88 spirit. Middle Right: Mr. Leyh cheering — Suit him up girls. Bottom: This year's Homecoming Queen: Danielle Prog no

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Top Left: Mr. Leyh Above: Amy Bankert Above Right: Amy and her Tunisian family Right: Ted Crosby 12