Northrop High School - Bear Tracks Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Williams Takes Sabbatical After four years as principal, Mr. H. Douglas Williams has decided to obtain his doctorate. Mr. Dennis McClurg, assistant principal, reacted with mixed emotions. It ' s a great thing for him, it ' s not so great for Northrop unless he comes back. Then I don ' t see it as a problem or a drawback or anything negative at all. Although Mr. Williams will not be here for the 83-84 school year, he does plan to resume his position the following year. As a school administrator who enjoys dealing with young people, Williams has made a most positive impact on the students. Ju- nior Laura Didion sees him as a caring per- son especially known to those students who are actively involved in school functions. She added, you can get to know him through his participation in athletic events. Mrs. Jennifer O ' Toole, an English teach- er, cited, He ' s set the tone for the school. He ' s responsible for the good feeling we have at the school, both faculty and stu- dents. Mrs. Kay Bolender, Mr. W ' illiams ' secretary, added, His positive attitude to ward the entire student body and all staff members makes him a great leader. It ' s simply an opportunity for him to increase his education, concluded McClurg. He ' s an asset to Northrop High School. by Elana Crane. Mr. Williams stands with Athletic Director Mark Schoeff at a home game. Photo by Jeff DeVille Surrounded by flag and pom corp members. H. Doug gives pointers at the Grand National Marching Band contest. Photo by Jeff DeVille. Mr. Danley listens to the principal ' s thoughts on the Concordia game. Photo by DeVille. Principal Doug Williams ' caring concern for students is reflected in this candid. Photo by DeVille. Williams works closely with his secretary. Kay Bolender, a vital aide to him and each of the previous three Northrop principals. Photo by Jeff DeVille. H. Doug — 5

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Principal H: Douglas Williams looks on with quiet pride at the Concordia-Northrop home basketball tjaine. Photo by -let ' t ' DeX ' ille 4 — H. Doug

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Varied Fashion At Northrop Splashed across the slick, glossy pages of the latest fashion magazines, trendy, wild clothes illuminate every inch. Black leather minis and gold lame dresses, along with pol- ka-dotted purses, sweaters and shoes are key elements to the look . However, leather minis had yet to be seen at Northrop. As sophomore Shelly Der- heimer said, People are too embarassed to wear them. Instead, Basic Preppy Junk , as Junior Sarah Burton put it, remained the popular look. Oxfords, Izods, penny loafers, and topsiders proved essential to North - rop ' s look. Along with the preppy look, ties were popular and fashionable, agreed Juniors Bob Huffman and Andy Ribar. Melissa De- trick, sophomore, commented Even the potheads are wearing ties! Burton said that sweater vests were also coming back into style, referring to the blue, pink and white argyle vest she had on. She added, Socks are also very important. I think they make the whole outfit. If the socks don ' t match, I think it blows the whole outfit. A lot of people don ' t know that. The prairie look was also in style according to Melissa De- trick. It ' s in. I think it ' s cute. It ' s on the dressy side ... all the frills. Basically, the key to fashion was individ- ualism. Junior Scott Fruchey stated that, Fashion is versatile. Regina Earlywine, sophomore, agreed, saying, You can wear what you feel like wearing — like a sweat- shirt and a belt. Mrs. Clancy commented, At this age, its an excellent time to try out different kinds of fashion. When else are you going to innovate except when you ' re in high school. So if any time in your life you should go overboard and try every crazy style that comes along, this is the time to do that. by Elana Crane Matt Klug displays the distinguished look of the well-dressed senior, accented by his white woven shoes. Photo by Jeff DeVille Senior Erick Jackson steps out of G.Q. with the tux- edo look. Photo by Jeff DeVille Fashion