Richmond Heights High School - Yearbook (Richmond Heights, OH)

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Em THE INFLUENCE IS FELT Did you ever walk into a classroom as a freshman and have the teacher address you by your older brother ' s name? Or second to that is having all the up- per classmen label you according to your older brother ' s reputation? Whether you are trying to make a new name for yourself, or you would like to follow your older sister ' s footsteps, it is going to be hard. Many students have felt endless pressures put on them from being in a family that is known for their accom- plishments. In sports, academics, or show choir, you can always find students who are pressured because of these. Many students say they feel plenty of pressure put on them from their parents as well. Senior Laura Favetti agrees by saying, It can really get to a person when their parents push you to be as good as your brother ' s and sister ' s. Of course not everyone feels these pressures of playing the role of an older brother. Many students do exactly oppo- site what so called expected of him or her. When your family is filled with older brother ' s or sister ' s who were talented in any field, whether it be sports, academics, or drama, you had better plan on going through the old routine of living up to the families standards. — M.M. Following your older sister ' s interests in high school has many different stories. When older sisters graduate they find careers. Sometimes seeing your sister ' s career influences what you might want to be. Senior Lesley Carr has two older sisters with quite extraordinary careers. One sister Lorie is an undercover cop on the Cleveland Police Force. The other sis- ter, Jill, is a chemical engineer in Irran, Texas. Lesley says I ' ll probably go to school in Dayton, and major in something scientific. Following an older brother ' s past can be much harder than you think. Junior Rafe Omerza has all the potential to stand up to his brother Ray ' s high school days. Ray was exceptional in sports as he played Football and Wrestling. Ray also placed second in the state wrestling tournament. Rafe unfortunately can ' t participate in sports on account of medical reasons. The unique thing about the Omerza ' s is their academic abilities. Ray is now studying to become a doctor, while Rafe, with equal intelligence, states, I pUin on pursuing a career in law. The Loushin ' s are known for their fitness and extreme size. They have been known to be exceptional in sports as well as in academics. Senior Dennis Loushin definitely followed in his older brother Ken ' s footsteps. Both were members of the National Honor Society and both out- standing football players. Ken went on to play college football and came dose to becoming pro. Ken after graduating, be- came a successful engineer. While Dennis is not quite sure of his in- terests for a profession, he says, Playing football and possible scholarships will in- fluence which college I will be attending. 30 Big Brother

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What is the purpose at an assembly? Many people may answer that question, A good reason for getting out of classes. This an- swer is a false statement. Assemblies were meant to highlight these students who have done outstanding work or shown accomplish- ments in academics or extra curricular activities. Sports has had pep assemblies since the beginning of the school system. This year pep assemblies highlighted sports such as foot- ball, volleyball, cross country, basketball (both girls and boys), wres- tling, gymnastics, and all cheerleaders. When asked to comment on the football and basketball assemblies Ann Rieger replied, Being a cheerleader and putting on assemblies for the guys was fun. It took a while to get used to the whole school looking at me when I an- nounced the different activities. Another assembly was the induction of honors students into the National Honor Society. In order to apply for entrance into the Na- tional Honor Society a student must maintain a 3.000 average or better for two consecutive years. A student must also display service, character, and leadership qualities. I did not make N.H.S. in my Junior year and when I did in my Senior year 1 was quite relieved. Being in N.H.S. can open many doors as far as colleges are concerned, replied Fred Buck. Another assembly was the United States Air Force Jazz Band. The group put on a show which was supposed to convince High School students to join the Air Force after graduation. They played many popular songs which appealed to the students taste. Jack Vhr said, I liked the choice of songs but the group that came to the school in the years past was a little bit better. Each of this years assemblies highlighted the students whom achieved high standards in activities and academics. Also to show students their options after graduation. — L.S. Running smoothly. Co-captains Ann Rieger and Chris Santorelli keep the football pep-assembly running smoothly. Football cheerleaders were known for running a good show. Flying high. Singing a song is Lt. Aretha Jackson. The U.S. Air Force Jazz Band performed at many locations around Ohio Including Richmond Heights High School. Assemblies 29

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Following an elder ' s footsteps may not always be so easy. Especially when your elder is the opposite sex. Kate Bonnay and her older brother Kevin are alike in many ways. Kevin was involved in sports and was a very successful wrestler. Kate, who is now a sophomore, plays exceptionally for her softball team. Kate, with three more seasons to go, has already earned a varsity letter. Kate and Kevin are mostly comparable in the yearbook room. Kevin contributed constantly to the production of the yearbook. The work is hard, but we have a lot of fun, Kate concludes. Having respect for your older sister can affect many decisions a younger sister makes. Senior Patty Rim has an older sis- ter, Alice, who attends the Northwestern University. Alice was involved in sports, along with being captain of the Gymnastics team. Patty, who has never ending respect for her older sister, is also Involved in sports, being a co-captain of the Basketball team. Both sisters were of- ficers on the National Honor Society. Patty says I get along great with my sis- ter, and I like what she does with herself. Having an older sister that is gifted can make it near impossible to follow in her footsteps. Dana Loparo has an older sis- ter Diane, who is very talented in the art world, Diane never became involved in any school activities. While Diane, on the other hand is just the opposite. Dana is a cheerleader, in the spring, and a gymnast during the winter. Dana ' s interests are more directed to dance, as she has taken classes in both jazz dancing and tap dancing, while Dana and Diane get along well, there interests vary. Sometimes you can have two brothers that have opposite personalities. Rob Horvath has an older brother Keith, who was involved in sports. Keith was successful in football, along with being a captain. In wrestling Keith placed second in state, and again was captain. Rob decided sports wasn ' t his thing, so he walked a new path. His interests drift more towards mechanics. He spends most of his time working on his car. Just because my brother is a jock, I didn ' t feel pressure to become what he was stated Rob. Big Brother 31