Pekin High School - Pekinian Yearbook (Pekin, IL)

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[ Pw«h 83-84 Dragons are clockwise: Roger Trier, Greg Miller, Nari Olt, Tom Bresnehan, Sheri LeMasters, and Carl Heltzel. DePe i«h Dragon Mascots 23

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It takes a special one to be a Dragon mascot Who is number one? The dragon's answer is always the same Most of us know who the basketball players, cheerleaders, and pom pon girls are. But who is our mysterious Dragon mascot? If you have attended this year's varsity basketball games, you have probably seen the big red creature motivating the crowd. It is great to have a mascot, but it takes a special person to jump into this costume. This year’s representatives have met the special requirements. How many school mascots did you see at the away tournament basketball games that really aroused the crowd? Pekin's mascot is one of the few to be seen at the games. Most probably think of all the advantages the dragon has: harrassing little kids, raising school spirit, getting in free to all the games and being friendly with all types of people, especially cute ones. A mascot can do all this and not be revealed. That would be great'' some students say. But before taking candy away from the baby, think about the disadvantages of wearing approximately an extra 150 pound suit, wearing size 11 shoes, trying to see everything through a non-peripheral mouth, trying to fit all four fingers and a thumb through only four fingered glove, and just trying to walk without people poking, pinching, and pulling the Dragon's tail As you can see, there are more disadvantages than advantages in being the Dragon mascot. Inside the Dragon costume reveals the true mascot. This year's Dragons were Tom Bresnehan, Sheri LeMasters, Greg Miller, Roger Trier, Carl Heltzel, Nari Olt, Heidi Rowden, and Denielle Frazier. Karen Mormon DePeugh Heidi Rowden OPrugh Denielle Frazier OPeugh 22 Dragon Mascots

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facets THE BIG DATE: the never ending dating dilemma Dating dilemmas are a big problem among high school students. This dilemma is even more pronounced during October and May. otherwise known as Homecoming and Prom season Girls worry and wish about getting asked on one of those dates Guys, on the other hand, take forever to decide who to ask or even whether to ask; then they must sum up enough courage to even ask the girl Once a girl and a guy have set that big date' then the real fun starts. Problems like these arise: What do I wear' Where are we eating' Does he want a boutonniere' Does she want a corsage' What color' Finally, the big day arrives. Sometimes preparing for a date can be very hectic. Usually the prime primping hours are between 3 and 5 p m., depending on when her date is to pick her up More than likely if her date is arriving at 6 30, he usually comes in from a hot game of basketball with his buddies about 6:10 and )umps into the shower Ironically, the guy. looking very dapper in his rented tux and squeaky shoes, arrives on time lust as the door opens, his date's dad bursts through the door, yells smile, and blinds him with his Kodak flash He invites him into the living room to sit down with her mother, younger and older brothers and sisters, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and the next door neighbor, who are all here to witness “the big date. Now another dilemma arises: How to pin on the corsage' The girl's job is easy; the boutonniere goes on the lapel, but the guy's is a different story How in the world does he pm it on her without sticking her or God forbid, touching her in the wrong place' He solves it by letting her mother handle HEY PEKIN HIGH - this task. Now the guy wisks her away in his parents' shiny, clean station wagon Dinner goes off without a hitch except one problem the girl must face She has to decide what to order that's good but will keep the price low because he only is a high school student. Now it's on to the dance! Once they have given their ticket to the ticket taker and have received their complimentary champagne (I mean 7-up) glass, it's time to dance As they head toward the transformed cafeteria, it's time to make one short stop for a wee bit more primping. As they sway and boogie to the rocking beat of The Band,'' they both hope that neither notices what a dutz the other is. As the clock strikes 11, they decide it is time to leave. Now they head home to change clothes. For the girl, this could be a sad affair because she has to remove her frilly dress and don her comfy jeans On the other hand, the boy can't wait to get out of his tux and into his old faded levis The next stop is a friend's house for eggs, bacon, coffeecake, etc. Now it's time to go their separate ways so they jump into their “family cruiser The last dilemma of the night arises How to say goodnight Nerves are again running rampant To kiss or not to kiss, to be kissed or not to be kissed are the questions. As they walk up the sidewalk, the air is tense with anticipation The final moment has now arrived They thank each other for a wonderful evening, and then he . . As he walks back to the car, he tells her he will pick her up at 7 tomorrow night Mary THE TOP TEN AT PCHS How do you start the day? Breakfast is an important part of every one's morning, and with toast, juice, and cereal one can get the seven essential vitamins needed every day. This is a familiar cereal sales pitch. Are most advertisers really selling the nutritional value of their cereal or more likely the colorful boxes, toy surprises and catchy television commercials “Do you get the eaties for your wheaties' “Are Trix just for Kids' “Who's on the front of your Com Flakes box this week' These are a few favorite slogans seen in breakfast commercials. Is your favorite cereal G-R-E-A-T' Senior Cheryl Vice's favorite cereal is Rice Krispies. Why' Because Snap, Crackle, and Pop are the only people that will talk to me in the mornings!'' she said Mike Hintz, senior, picks Captain Crunch because it has the best prizes. Next time a breakfast commercial comes on, compare the top ten breakfast cereals at PCHS with the popularity of their commercials. K»n Roberts Two scoops give you gr-r-e-a-t big spoonfuls of your favorite cereal! 1. Lucky Charms 2. Captain Crunch 3. Frosted Flakes 4. Rice Krispies 5. Raisin Bran 6. Life 7. Trix 8. Honey Nut Cheerios 9. Corn Flakes 10. Wheaties 24 Facets