Sam Houston High School - Cherokee Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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Exams Create Qtudious Atmosphere .-o4 V. y With the celebration of the New Year, SHers made solemn resolutions to study for mid-term exams. After completing exams, however, students resumed their normal pace of activity. The Student Council sponsored a tee-shirt sale, while the Spanish Club sold Mexican pralines to raise funds for a trip to Mexico. Cheroketts and FCA mem- bers competed in a basketball game resulting in a tie. While these activities occurred, the drama depart- ment was industriously preparing the January 8 produc- tion of Peter Pan. Junior urban coalitions from Lanier and Alamo Heights visited the campus January 27 in an effort to study SH ' s plant and activities. Stu- dents enrolled in driver ' s education classes were trained in the driving simulator, which was at SH through April 5. Simultaneously, Cherokee cagers defeated their arch district rival, the Brackenridge Eagles, 77-73 Jan- uary 30. This victory brought spirited cries of, We ' re No. 1! ABOVE: Kathy Garrett concentrates on passing an En- glish exam. ABOVE WGHT: Oh what a shot! sighs Joyce Cooper and Pete Velasquez as they watch the cagers. WGHT: Kathy Williams assists Joe Vrzola in preparing lor Peter I ' an. 12

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QHers Experience Jolly Christmas December, which was filled with Christmas ac- tivities, kept SHers alive with the spirit of the month. Many students shopped for presents, while others at- tended the basketball games in support of the sharp- shooting Cherokees. Cheroketts and Student Council members brought happiness by donating toys to orphans. The pep squad also brought Vietnam G. I. ' s closer to home by sending them Christmas cards. The Student Council also spon- sored door and bulletin board decorating contests. Be- fore being dismissed for the Christmas holidays, students took tests and attended the Christmas band concert and various club parties. LEFT: Ho! Ho! Ho! says Santa Claus as he re- ceives his gift at the journalism Christmas party held at Mexi-teria. BOTTOM LEFT: That ' s too big! Exclaims Cathy Liu as James Williams helps her select a Christmas tree. BELOW: Now you can open them, says Nancy Crump as she gives David Lopez his Christ- mas gift.

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February Brings Cupid to Campus r5 ' I Houstonites entenained thoughts of the Stock Show and Rodeo in February, while several members of the Rodeo Club rode in the various trail rides beginning February 5. Thoughts of love and friendship brought Valentine ' s Day to SH; Future Teachers sold carnations; Future Homemakers sent telegrams, and Medical Careers Club delivered valentines. The band traveled to various hospitals and rest homes to present short skits, while some music students competed in solo and ensemble contests. Students began to prepare for competition in UIL activities, while FTA members traveled to Houston to attend the state convention. Several Library Club members also attended a state convention inHuntsville, and the Texas Association of German Students went to San Angelo for a convention. Amid these activities, seniors ordexed graduation invitations and caps and gowns. Throughout the month, the Cherokee basketball team maintained its unblem- ished record and won the district championship. ABOVE LEFT: Practicing for the rodeo, Steve Deffee strives to ride his bull for the required length of time. ABOVE: Cathy Weber thinks of the good times at SH as she orders her graduation invitations. LEFT: Susan Harlos and Janet Freeman prepare to deliver Valentine ' s Day carnations to lucky SHers. 13