Roosevelt High School - Roundup Yearbook (Des Moines, IA)

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their dancing ability. Lower left: Jeff Sanders, Susan Worley, Marcia Campbell, and Pete Wolf chat during the band ' s break. A fun evening spent in a variety of ways 13

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Prom’s ‘illusions’ are grand “Grand Illusions” was the theme for the 1979 Senior Prom. This momentous dance took place at the Drake Olmstead Center May 12, from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The Olmstead Center was im- aginatively decorated by members of the senior board under the supervi- sion of Mrs. Betty Hyde, senior ad- visor. Balloons, mirrors, and Right: Barb Fehrs, Jeff Brooks, John Witmer, and Jane Lynch pose for the photographer before dancing to the next number. Below: Vicki Van Verth and Kellie Doyle seem to be having a good time. Lower right: Something amusing attracts the attention of Kim Dempewolf and her date. streamers were used to carry out the theme. As couples walked in, they were handed mirrors in a blue case with the words “Grand Illusions” as a souvenir from the dance. Handsome couples dressed in black tuxedos and long as well as mid-calf dresses moved to the music of the band, “Cocoa.” Music ranged from slow dance songs by the Commodores to the disco beat of Donna Summer. John Roberts was the official photographer at the prom, and smil- ing couples kept his shutter clicking. After the dance, the fun was by no means over. The majority went to parties in various homes to celebrate the remainder of the night. 12

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Below: Mrs. Charlene Lakin, Mr. Jerald Cur- nutU and Mrs. Betty Hyde make preparations for line of march practice. Right: Vets Auditorium is packed with graduates, relatives, and friends. Lower right: Excitement and joy fill the basement of Vets Auditorium as seniors congratulate one another after graduation. 14