Parkland High School - Par Key Yearbook (Orefield, PA)

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 Bermuda Pam Musselman went with Ann Volack to Bermuda on the S.S. VOLENDAM (pictured in their life vests at left). They sailed from New York and arrived in Bermuda after a rough, two day, rocky weather cruise. There was so much to do, Pam said. We were never bored; there was always a different game every day. One day we used the Atlantic Ocean as a driving range and drove golf balls of the stern of the ship.” Israel We had an experience we'll never forget That's what eight students said when they returned home from Israel. Three were juniors, Sue Gittler, Donna Langsam and Ilene Ruderman and five were seniors. Josh Bach, Randi Greenberg, EJebbie Levenson, Jon Melamut and Lee Stein. They took part in the High School in Israel program with students from across the country. Their studies in Israel included a lesson entitled the History of Western Man. They learned the history of the Jewish people, spending about five hours in class, daily. The students visited famous ancient ruins, such as The Wailing Wall and Massada (mountain). The last weekend was left to the imagination where classes were held. Students were separated into three groups. Each group had two history teachers and one Hebrew teacher, with a minimum of two counselors. Everyone agreed that togetherness made the trip great. And one comment, the last weekend in the hotel , was left to the imagination. Summer vacation-7

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 See the world in 85 days India How many helicopters does your family have? Senior Wayne Schmoyer answered this question and others about the typical American when he spent his Junior year in India as a Rotary Exchange Student. I stayed with a family who had servants for everything, the floors, the walls; and they think we're rich!” He went to a school where Marathi was spoken until 10th grade, then English was learned. During Wayne’s trip, the Indian government had fallen through. All the important people were traveling and making speeches. Wayne and his host father (pictured right with Wayne) attended a rally; afterward, he met the Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi. i Japan 9 The summer of 1980 was special to Debbie Rothrock. She spent two months in Suwa, Natano, the center of Japan. Debbie stayed with the Kasai family. Her host father, Yasumi, is employed by Seiko Watch and owns four restaurants where his wife is self-employed. Surprisingly, Debbie learned Japanese quickly. I could converse toward the end of my stay, and that’s more than I can do in my four years of Spanish. Debbie sometimes felt conspicuous. Everyone noticed that I was a foreigner because of my hair. They all have black hair.” 6-Student life

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Here’s what’s new! In September, returning students were surprised to find bleak corridors transformed into an exciting display. Cheerjiul, colorful graphics had replaced the drab, institutional green in the hallways. The Community Advisory Committee recommended the change and suggested that the administration hire an interior decorator from Sherwin Williams. The artwork took custodian Ernie Handwerk three weeks. Seniors Steven Schantz and Richard Medence and Sophomore Ed Clark designed additional graphics near the industrial arts rooms. Most responses to the designs were positive. Mr. Bruce Stevenson, a shop teacher, remarked, It increased the aesthetic value of the school. It gives you a sense of well-being. Some students feel that the quality of the designs is too inconsistent. Sophomore Bob Allen explained, The district logo near the cafeteria looks great, but the rest of the graphics make it look more like a playground than a high school.” Many students were upset that the downstairs is painted in yellow and blue, the colors of arch-rival Allen High School. The logo near the cafeteria looks great Changes in the cafeteria affected many. All junk foods, such as potato chips, pretaels, and candy were removed from the a la carte line. Some package items, such as yogurt, were not offered because of a federal regulation stating that a la carte items must be served as part of the regular lunch at le least twice a month. Liss Laverne Snyder, dietician, said that the school can't afford to do this. To solve this problem, more a la carte items were baked in the school. Senior Karen Czinke enjoys the first of the new refrigerant-type water coolers. Based on suggestions from students, the Student Council formally requested this welcome addition. Junior Andrea Holtzman selects an early morning pick-me-up at a Student Council breakfast. The cafeteria was opened on Friday mornings to allow students to purchase cocoa and danish. 8-Student life