Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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- « i V ABOVE: As the photographer adjusts his tie, junior Gary Brazel and his date, Kim Warmelink, get ready for their picture. ABOVE RIGHT: Caught up in the excitement of Prom, juniors Kim Knutson and Sharon Kolodziej laugh away the evening while taking a break from the dancing. 20

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ormal dances, times when ties and long dresses could be seen. The world of jeans and tennis shoes was transformed into elegance. It was a moment of preparation, anticipa- tion, and excitement. Each formal dance was different, yet each was the same. The problems, prep- aration, and traditions were all part of the excitement. Homecoming was the first dance encountered. Held October 22, it was the climax of the Homecoming festivities. The theme, Sesame Street , displayed a childlike mood. It revealed the spirit and pep in everyone. Providing the music for the evening was Together. The cafeteria was transformed into a land of muppets. Freshmen worked ev- eryday after school for two to three weeks painting murals and cutting out letters and Sesame Street characters. They purchased these decorations with $150 donated by the Pride Committee. The final decorations and finishing tou- ches were arranged on Saturday before the dance. Many hours were dedicated to the Sesame Street world. That eve- ning, the freshmen could not be found. Hidden under masks of Bert and Ernie, they served the guests and added to the atmosphere. Chi, sponsored by the Chi Kappa Chi sorority, held many different features than that of Homecoming. It was held at Frank H. Hammond School on Janu ary 7, a later date than in the past due to conflicts with extra-curricular activities. The traditional theme centering around winter, The Colorful World of Winter , established a holiday mood of the en- joyment of snow and Christmas. Once again the band Together provided the music. Due to a time limit, the decorations were put up immediately after school and the work Continued late into the night. Pastel colors brightened up the cafeteria of Frank Hammond. The Col- orful World of Winter was ready. Little snowmen favors and memory booklets were issued at the dance as a remem- brance of the evening. Prom was a magical time, a moment of dreams. Unlike Chi and Home- coming, Prom activities took place the entire weekend. (continued on page 21)

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(continued from page 19) Prom was held May 13 with a favorite, Together entertaining the couples, as they played the theme song, Just You ' N Me . At 12 o ' clock the couples headed for the Wicker Park Social Cen- ter for Post-Prom. Scraps highlighted the evening. Preparations for Prom began months in advance. The estimated total cost of Prom was $5500. Tickets cost $30 and pictures $7. Homecoming and Chi were not comparable. This large sum was di- vided into many areas. Together cost the Junior Class $550 and Scraps $500. Money was also used for tables and chairs, the rental of the hall, dinner at Post-Prom, tickets, invitations, refresh- ments, centerpieces, etc. Favors were also purchased; the girls received bud vases and the guys received mugs. The final expense went toward decorations. Much time was donated to the trans- formation of the cafeteria. Juniors worked Friday after school until 11 p.m. and on Saturday morning and afternoon. Streamers created a tunnel-effect pas- sage as the couples walked through the entrance into a starry nighttime scene. A mirrow ball, hung in the middle of the dance floor, reflected light on three di- mensional stars dancing from the ceiling. Foil covered two of the walls with sil- houettes placed on them creating the mood of Just You ' N Me . The elegance and dignity of Prom could be seen in the eyes of everyone as they strutted in their tuxedos and for- mals. Pre-Prom parties and even Pre- Post-Prom parties added to the atmo- sphere of the evening. Post-Prom was an extra, yet an essential part of Prom. It was a time to relax and mingle for some and a time for more dancing for others. The climax of the weekend was spoiled for most by the cold and rainy weather. Some changed their beach plans and headed for Chicago or the zoo. Others stuck it out. A formal was a special time; a time to throw away jeans and become elegant. It was a time of laughter and childlike emotions, of Christmas and holiday spirit, of closeness and sentiment. It was a time to be shared. LEFT: In anticipation of going to Prom themselves, freshmen Leah Lennertz, Susie Fuller, and Marisa Cederian help in serving the refreshments to the couples. FAR LEFT: As she pins the boutonniere on his suit jacket, senior Debbie Rice and her escort, Dave Royal, share a gentle look. 21