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

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ie4Ue t S6 ua 0«t A phenomenal event comes to NiWeHi every September. Ringling Brothers likes to claim that they have the greatest show on earth; their fantastic display of wild animals, clamoring clowns, and daring acrobats, leave audiences with chin-hanging, open-mouthed expres¬ sions. That’s the circus, and though a phenomenon of sorts, the enchantment of the circus cannot compare with the fantastic assem¬ blage of young people at schools each fall, especially when students come together with such great spirit as do West-goers. School spirit seems to be associated with sports, and rightly so, since excitement runs high at athletic events. Sports challenge stu¬ dents to participate with all their effort and to support our teams heartily. Each individual’s sensations at a football game, for in¬ stance, combine to form an unlimited supply of excitement, a spirit of victory and pride. The term “school spirit” cannot be reserved for sports teams alone; students at Niles West keep busy with many organizations that are also team efforts. Those who have exceptional mathematic ability participate in the Math Team; others may enjoy exercising their Enjoying the sights of Skokie and Morton Grove, Homecoming court members Paul Schramm and Kelli Lochner smile with delight. A special float was provided for court members. governing abilities in class cabinets, Union, or Student Senate. Of course, every student, regardless of talent, may participate in foreign language or ethnic clubs, and learn that spirit can be communicated through the bounds of language. A strong sense of spirit can be sensed in organizations such as Amnesty International, S.A.D.D., and NHS which center around the betterment of the community. Still other organizations such as Orchestra, Art Council, Band, West of Edens, and Theater provide an outlet for appreciation and partic- pation in the arts. All these activities not only develop a pride in the school, but form bonds of friendship and respect between students, their peers, and their sponsors. One last and very important spirit flows through the student body, academic spirit. Though not ever yone excels in scholarship, learning serves as the binding element of a school; without the need for education, schools would be unnecessary, and the relationships which grow among young people and between students and teachers, even the entire spirit of adolescence would be diminished. Education does exist, and it has brought together a lot of special relationships among people at Niles West. The great phenomenon occurs every year, and it brings about a strong spirit of community of which every student and teacher can be proud! 2 Doing It All - Opening Junior Karen that you’re only feel. Noesen proves as young as you Senior Kevin Hansen and date Lisa Tepper take a break from dancing and enjoy the company of friends. However, the tunes of “Betty, Betty. Betty” continue to play on!

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Catching some rays and quenching their thirst on a bright summer day are juniors Carrie Cold and Dahlia Reznik. Lounging on the front lawn is one of the many ways that students take advan¬ tage of their free time and lunch mods. Homecoming activities entertain students with various festive activities, games, and contests. Seniors Cari Mill¬ er. Lisa Theurer, and Stacey Lasker jump for joy as they win the graham cracker and peanut butter building con test. Doing It All - Opening