Munster High School - Paragon Yearbook (Munster, IN)

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hip m umm jT| X) J i rsi’7 tort win m m The girl slowly approaches the wall outside of the music room. The wall is blank except for a small white sheet of paper. Wishing she had sung a little louder or danced a little faster, the girl scans the cast list looking for her name and hoping she will be able to success- fully conceal her disappointment if her name is not on that list. Anticipation, nervousness, waiting and hoping were all part of trying out for a team, a play, a musical, or cheerleading. Most students participated in at least one of the various tryouts held through- out the year. Getting ready to try out for cheerleading, Drill Team or an athletic team encompassed much training. It was a lot of work trying to learn three drill team routines in four days. I really had to practice, explained junior Debbie Brandt. For many athletic teams, trying out consisted of building up skills. However, a person was rarely cut from the team al- together. Instead, he was usually put on a junior varsity team. Pacing and excercise were common remedies to help fight pre-tryout ner- vousness. However, for the majority of students, the waiting after the tryouts was much worse. I felt like I had done a really bad job at the tryouts for the fall play. It was hor- rible waiting to see if I had gotten a part. I spent the entire evening thinking of all the things I could have done differently, explained junior Tim Finley. Seeing your name on the list, however, made all the waiting and nervousness worthwhile. Even if you didn ' t make it, the first time, you could always tryout for something else. 22 Tryouts

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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

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ABOVE: In a pre-season practice, junior Mike Mil- lies displays his skills for the coach. LEFT: As she awaits her turn on stage, a nervous onlooker watches tryouts for Count Dracula , as Mr. Clark judges in the background. ABOVE CENTER LEFT: As she portrays the step- mother, senior Blair Barkal trys out for the play Cinderella. ABOVE LEFT: Nervously awaiting their turn, ju- niors Kim Knutson and Lisa Moehl discuss their routine for Drill Team tryouts. ABOVE FAR LEFT: As she tries to keep in time with the music, sophomore Rose Santare tries out for a dancing part in West Side Story. T ryouts 23