Morton High School - Top Hat Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

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Daily events build spirit “What we need is a change.” Guided by this, Homecoming turned out to be an event involving more people than in prior years. Held out on the football field, this year’s homecoming assembly included a choreographed number by the Mixed Ensemble and a skit by several senior guys jokingly mocking homecoming candidates. An element of surprise was added to the announcement of the six queen candidates during the assembly. All 18 of the nominated senior girls were escorted onto the field, after which the six finalists were anounced. Throughout the entire week, j spirit rose to an unexpectedly high level. For each day an activity was sponsored by a club. “50’s Day started off the week with students donning D.A.’s and bobby socks. As the week progressed, even faculty members joined in the pre-Homecoming events. The game and the crowning of the queen highlighted the week. Halftime highlights Homecoming with the crowning of queen Mary Fowler. The band performed while Mary received her crown and roses. MITS members Debbie Hofferth, Elizabeth Patlyek and Marianne Richmond wait in the parking lot for the parade to begin. Homecoming — 13 Unify

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This year’s theme for the band ' s halftime music was Love.” Senior Pom Pon girl Vickie Ford does a routine set to the band’s music. Mary Fowler was crowned the 1975 Homecoming Queen during halftime ceremonies. She was picked from an original number of eighteen. 12 — Homecoming Homecoming Candidates — Janet Dobos, Mary Kostoff, Carol Lovin, Julie Marlow and Connie White.

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Junior Cindy Bower, alumnus Chris Carpen, senior John Rovi and junior Theresa Coots take a rest after dancing all night. Along with the tradition of prom is the outing the next day. Seniors Vickie Ford and Ron Hansen discuss plans for the next day. Y fUru jt. Finding the right dress to wear leads girls to look in bridal shops as well as regular stores. Soph Chris Karalas can’t seem to decide. 14 — Prom