Niles Township High School West - Spectrum Yearbook (Skokie, IL)

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NILES WEST ON THE MOVE G aze past the active classrooms and bustling hall¬ ways and an everpresent vision of student life at West emerges. Dispersed in activities ranging from A.F.S. to aeronautics, individuals combined efforts and ideals necessary in reaching their goals with pride. The addi¬ tion of 600 students and faculty members from Niles East helped make the ’80-’81 year anything but ordi¬ nary. The vast array of people brought new ideas, friendships, and, most of all, lots of fun. The mesh of students taught the meaning of cooperation and valu¬ able teamwork. Together, we shared West’s sweet success. While the world’s concerns were focused on the presedential campaign, inflation, and the hostages in Iran, Niles West students shared worrries of electing a homecoming king and queen, paying $45.00 for Calvin Kleins, and serving time in the B.A.C. With a blend of diversity and originality, the people at West comprised a student body worth looking out for.

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ON THE COVER Junior Peter Trefren lethargically keeps the beat. Senior Steve Koek checks to see if he made the cast. Senior Ken Hugel hard at work. Ju¬ nior Heather Joseph displays vigor¬ ous Indian spirit. On back Senior Mike Parcelli and junior Diana Lipsky relax on the Oakton lawn. UPFRONT □ P. 120 After four years of high school, the class of ’81 looks toward graduation and future planning. Academically prepared to face life after high school, seniors go their own way, ei¬ ther to various colleges, or job op¬ portunities. MOVING UP □ P. 110 INTRO □ P. 4 Lookout New faces and new friends flood the hallways of West. Spirit Students proudly display the Indians red and white. In Style Expression with a touch of class is evident throughout Niles West. HAPPENINGS □ P. 14 Senior Bill Johnson Special events set out to inform, en¬ lighten and entertain. Encourage¬ ment to participate in and attend school sponsored activities was strongly emphasized. The hard work involved in planning these programs paid off, as attendance was generally very good and enthusiastic. ALL TOGETHER □ P. 44 Clubs offer students who share the same interests a chance to pool their creativity. Expressing ideas and working together were important characteristics of any successful club at West. WINNERS □ P. 70 Teamwork is the basis for competi¬ tion, and the athletes at West worked long and hard as a team. Weeks of grueling practices strengthened teams desires for victory. Though not every team finished on top, the indivi¬ duals who gave it their all, most defi¬ nitely are winners. Sophomore Debbie Loicano Underclassmen count down the long awaited years of becoming an upper¬ classman. Experiencing new ideas such as study halls and drivers li¬ censes, the future leaders of Niles West kept on their toes, taking things in stride. SCHOLASTIC □ P. 214 With many additions from Niles East, the teaching staff at West became stronger and more complete. Our dedicated faculty and administration helped to keep our school in perpet¬ ual motion. PICKS AND PANS □ P. 258 Closing Notes 1981 Spectrum staff earns a round of applause Graffiti Writings on the wall are an interesting source of local gossip and information. Senior Survey Seniors express high school memories, and future plans. Index Searching for someone? Look them up in the Index. Table Of Contents 3

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in LOOKOUT Clockwise Bob Strauss blocks a shot, and Coach Brennan looks on with approval. Flute players stick together. Errol Oztekin invents a new way to drive. Lunchroom lady at work. Senior Mike Froemming. Lookout 5