Saddleback High School - Caparral Yearbook (Santa Ana, CA)

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Reaching the pinnacle of gradu- ation is a long and tedious journey. Starting at the freshman level, stu- dents advance through the sopho- more and junior years, attaining the title of senior the fourth and final year. It is on adventure, with each class bringing new experiences. The word freshman accurate- ly describes a student ' s designation the first year of high school. Exper- iencing a fresh and new environ- ment, the ninth grader observes the actions of the upperclassmen. He begins to create his own distinc- tion, his own identity. The sophomore begins to ex- press his individuality, branching off and exploring new directions. Evolving personalities grow a little more, advancing at a steady pace. Thinking about college and life beyond high school, the junior year is accompanied by more responsi- bilities and privileges. For instance, many juniors now hove cars, and consequently, more freedom. For seniors, there is an end in sight. Some twelfth graders catch senioritis , a severe anxiety at- tack in which little attention is given to schoolwork. Other seniors pre- pare for college, completing count- less applications for universities, scholarships, and tests. All students, regardless of their grade levels, share a common trait: developing each year, these stu- dents have class. V

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Sophomore cheerleaders Marta Wiggs and Mlno Motson flash winning smiles during the Homecoming game. Many girls found pep squad the highlight of their high school years. 142 Classes

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First the Followers, Now the Leaders By Susie Marie Arauz From first day excitement to gradu- ation blues, the senior class has shined. Displaying their true spirit and perform- ing outstanding achievements, these grads were led by outstanding officers as well. Judy Sanchez President; Angel Cardoza, Vice-President; and Todd Gump, Secretary Treasurer, utilized spirit and enthusiasm to make this school year one to remember. Explaining his perceptions about the senior class, Angel stated, We as Sen- iors, have improved spirit-wise and aca- demic-wise. Seniors have entered the Advance Placement courses more than ever. Also, being involved in extra-cur- ricular activities, such as sports and fine arts, we have still been able to maintain our high grade point aver- age. Judy emphasizes the newly de- rived spirit by stating, We have been one of the most spirited classes and en- thusiastic classes. Todd believes, The senior class of ' 85, is the most spirited. Because of this spirit, all of the Seniors have created a unity that have shown everyone that the Seniors are the best and will live in the heart of Saddleback for many years to come. Senior officers: V.P Angel Cardoza; Pres. Judy Sanchez; Sec. Treas. Todd Gump gaze into the horizon as they led the senior class onward. As Judy stated, Ourgoalis to better the senior class. At the first pep assembly. Jeff Neal and Todd Gump show their true Roadrunner spirit in an executive council skit. These skits were a fresh, new way for raising school spirit. 9 Judy and Angel work hard in Leadership Class to organize the dates in upcoming events. This was one of the many jobs they took upon themselves when accepting office. 144 Senior Officers