Perry Meridian High School - Passages Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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Active Groups Work To Improve Perry performed for a meeting. Jane Hilde- brandt ' 83, finalist in the PTA Refiec- tions contest, received an award for her state-winning Uterary entry. PTA support had been strong, yet Sandra Brown hoped that Next year, we ' ll see greater attendance and in- terest at meetings and functions. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), was a club based on faith in relation to athletics. The sponsors were Mr. Charles Earle and Mr. Tom Bohlson. Anyone could become a member; the club was not limited to athletes. FCA usually met at members ' homes. The meetings were discus- sion sessions where members talked about how their faith aided them in their athletic performance. Some time was spent just talking about problems and spending time with friends. FCA was a part of the national chapter, emd members were eligible to attend national and state conven- tions. These conventions featured prominent athletes, and discussed motivation and skill techniques. Leisure activities, like sailing and canoeing, were planned, making FCA a club focusing on all aspects of life. The year for the Student Council was one of improved participation for both students and representatives. Senior Lisa Yen, president, said that she thought the key to this was to in- duce participation among the people who representated each homeroom. Mr. Robert Dunn, sponsor of Student Coimcil, thought that Lisa had much to do with getting things moving. Lisa had brought about a lot of cooperation. Student Council sponsored many activities. The Christmas dance was one of several successes. All of the proceeds from this event were used to purchase academic letter sweaters and to fimd other events. Another contribution to this fimd was the sale of cowboy hats and shakers of which many were bought. The Student Council officers for the 1983-84 school year were Doug May ' 85, president; Rusty Morris ' 84, vice-president; Pam Spiegel ' 85, secretary; and Jodie Bales ' 85, treasurer. A group of dedicated parents worked at raising funds for Perry Meridian. These parents were members of the Dads ' Club. They car- ried out services for the school and the commimity that otherwise would not have been done. In the course of a year, this organization raised hundreds of dollars to benefit three general areas; the music department, athletic pro- grams, and several academic pro- jects. The money was raised, in part, through the continuous sale of con- cession items at athletic events. These concession stands carried a stock of Perry Meridian jackets and a variety of hats. Sales were said to have been up a bit. This was a big contribution to the fund into which the money went. In addition to concession sales, the Dads ' Club sponsored three paper drives, further adding to their service fund. A successful year for the Dads ' Club meant a successful year for Perry Meridian. ACTIVITY CLUBS 61

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Melanie Heidergott ' 86 sits among Perry Paraphernalia sponsored by the PTA to pro- mote the 1983 Homecoming Extravaganza, Mr. Cones, guidance counselor, models a Good Ole Falcon Country cowboy hat spon- sored by the Student Council. Amanda Arsenault ' 85 and Teny Springman ' 84 look very pleased to find that they have been sent Student Covmcil carnations for Valentines Day. Joe Gootee ' 83 is an eager participant in the 1982-83 first annual FADD Party. The Dads ' club helped to make this event a success by contributing jackets to be raffled. The Parent and Teechers Associa- tion continued a tradition of service and involvement throughout the school. Major offices were held by President Sandra Brown, Vice Presi- dent Jane Johnson, Treasurer Ter- rance Yen, and Secretary Cora Dot- son. The biggest money making project was the Extravaganza in October, 1983. Money was made also with the addition of a fan sale at graduation. The money was used to fund two five-hundred dollar scholarships, pro- vide a teachers ' breakfast during semester break, and publish the PTA Communique an informa- tional publication sent to all Perry Students. PTA members were involved in many school activities. They served as fair bus chaperones, baked cookies for Teachers ' Appreciation Day and helped in the front office with scheduling. The PTA held four meetings a year, with Honors Night, on May 18, being their last meeting. Finalists of the Human Relations Talent Show 60 ACTIVITY CLUBS

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Boosters Cheer Team on to Victory The three cheerleading squads of PMHS boosted everyone ' s spirit con- cerning sports activities such as cheering the football and basketball teams on to victories. The cheerleaders have experienced competition, and they know what team players are up against. The reserve and varsity squads par- ticipated at the Indiana State Fair competition with reserve singled out claiming fifth place trophy out of 74 squads. The freshmen girls won se- cond place at a cheerleading clinic held at PM in October. The girls attended De Pauw University to strengthen their skills. Varsity placed fifth out of 30 other squads at the camp. The Freshman squad didn ' t participate in this activi- ty. The cheerleading coaches were: varsity-Ms. Cynthia McClain, reser ' e-Mrs. Doris Kendall, and freshmen-Mrs. Marceline Penn- ington. The coaches helped the girls organize the planning of pep sessions, spirit days, and decorating lockers. They were required to carry a C average. Mat Maids was a boosting organization that promoted the wrestling team. They supported wrestlers by decorating their lockers the days of their meets, displaying posters, and promoting school spirit. The 1983-84 Mat Maids were Jody Pieper ' 84 (captain), Michele Butz ' 85, Cheryl Mussman ' 85, Shelley Hall ' 85, Tammy Collins ' 84, Marilyn May ' 85, Michelle Wade ' 85, Joy Hazelwood ' 85, Lisa Williams ' 85, and Amy Ernstein ' 84 . The Mat Maids were chosen for their participation in school ac- tivities, overall grades, and their en- thusiasm about becoming Mat Maids. They have earned money from car washes, candy sales, and garage sales. Profit goes towards uniforms and other expenditures concerning the wrestling team. Athletic Lettermen, sponsored by Mr. Gary Brendel, and Falcon Brigade, sponsored by Miss Sandra Mitchell were also clubs organized to encourage school spirit. Athletic Lettermen constructed hoops for the home basketball games which the players ran through while entering the gym. They were also responsible for working at school activities. The Turnabout Dance was planned by the Athletic Lettermen. The group sold chains and buttons as a fimd raiser to finance the ' 84 dance. The dance was on February 10 after the Bloomington North basketball game. Tony Presutti was the disc jockey. Laura Need ' 84 was President of the club; Kathy Brehob ' 84, Vice- President; and Chris Miller ' 84, Secretary Treasurer. The club con- sisted of 110 members. The Falcon Brigade was supported by Sandra Mitchell. This club was responsible for fan buses to and from boys ' and girls ' atheltic events. They also had arranged a Sock- Hop. The money raised was for a new costume for the Falcon Mascot. by Lisa Williams 62 BOOSTER m