Morenci High School - Copper Cat Yearbook (Morenci, AZ)

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Seniors say goodbye to high school as they begin a new phase in their lives Chapter II The class of ’87 left MHS like they entered — with style. Fifty-seven gradu- ates received their diplomas at the May 29 ceremony held in Lawson Stadium. U.S. Congressman Jim Kolbe gave the commencement address; student ad- dresses were given by Suzie Valdez and Lisa Taylor Spivey. Richard Ruedas received special recog- nition for his 13 years of perfect atten- dance in the Morenci school district. “I just never really got sick,” said Ruedas discussing his perfect record. A three sport letterman, Richard also admitted: ‘‘I always wanted to go to school so I wouldn’t miss practice and have to make up the time running.” A special musical selection, ‘‘Never Say Goodbye,” was sung by Lisa Garrett and Kristina Richardson. They were ac- companied by the Rock Band. The invo- cation was delivered by James Cooper and the benediction by Libby Chavez. On their last day of regular classes, the class of ’87 took advantage of their im- pending status by staging the traditional senior car rally — but with a new twist. After cruising through the school grounds, the seniors returned to the park- ing lot at the Plaza instead of reporting to their first hour classes. Their tardiness resulted in a mass detention for the class. But, as Julie Baker explained, ‘‘It was worth it! We were a good class all four years, so we decided to do something a little mischievous on our last day.” OUTSTANDING RECORD. Principal John Glodis reads the inscription on a plaque presented to Rich- ard Ruedas honoring Ruedas’ perfect attendance throughout his 13 years of school in the district. STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE. Graduates Cynthia Leatherwood and Monica Lopez proceed to their seats at the baccalaureate ceremony. Graduation 9

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AT LAST! About to begin the processional at graduation is Alex Flores. Eric Forstrom, Lisa Gar- rett, Dave Grove, and Dianne Hartley. SOUND OF MUSIC. At the baccalaureate ceremo- ny held in the multi-purpose room. Kristina Richard- son sings the musical selectton, We Are the Fu- ture.” HONORED GUEST. Congressman Jim Kolbe en- courages the seniors to “strive for the best during his commencement address to the class. A PROUD MOMENT. Receiving her diploma from school board member Bill Richardson is Shelly Bry- ant. 8 Graduation

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DEFINITELY DENIM. Modeling various styles of denim apparel popular with students are: FRONT ROW: Kristina Webb. 2ND: Anna Gaethje, Cheryl Brannon. Genevieve Orona. BACK ROW: Mario Medina. Becca Williams. BASIC BLUES Fashion! As always, what we wear and how we choose to wear our hair made a fashion statement about each of us. Whether it was going along with the crowd and wearing what was “in” or try- ing to be an individual and creating a unique style, fashion was important to each of us. In the fall of ’87, there was just about every type of clothing available in denim. There were denim jackets, jeans, skirts, jumpers, overalls, dresses, boots, purses, and hair accessories. The regular navy blue denim was out, however, as the 10 stonewashed, faded denim was the more popular choice. Denim, stonewashed items were also available in pink, purple, brown, black, and gray. Skirt lengths went up as mini-skirts made a comeback. Sweaters and shirts were shorter, too, as the cropped-top look was a hit with girls. Although levis continued to dominate boys’ fashions, some opted for the more dressy Bugle Boy style of pants. Big bulky sweaters were worn throughout the year. Comfortable, casual T-shirts continued to be worn by both sexes. A new face was spotted on the front of manv of tho T’s — Spuds MacKenzie, “ 1 he Original Par- ty Animal.’’ Spuds, the star of Budweiser commercials, was also found on mugs, keychains, buttons, tennis shoes, and posters. The latest in footwear fashions were go anywhere slip-ons. Found in a variety of colors and styles, they were most often worn without socks. Hair styles were varied — with perms, the “stiff look,” and crimping being pop- ular. 10 Fads and Fashions