Santa Teresa High School - Compendium Yearbook (San Jose, CA)

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On the night of March 4. a senior janitor (Jeana Shipp) was seen sweeping the floor of a department store. When the janitor left, the mannequins in the store came alive, symbolizing the start of the fashion show. The department store was the theme for the 1987-88 fifth annual fashion show in the school theatre. This year, the group consisted of twenty-three members. The models, including Jim Linford. Heather Conley and Jodie Shipp, had to go through a selection process where they were judged on walking patterns and stance. However, the most important factor determining the selection of the group was the participants' attitudes. After practicing almost daily for weeks, the show was ready, and on March 4th the audience was dazzled by the fashions donated by Wilson’s Leather. Units. Mariposa. Aca Joe. Jeans West, Brooks, Petite Sophisticate, and San Jose Tux and Co. The audience reacted to the show with enthusiasm. As sophomore Jen Stakcr remarked, “The show was great. The models showed a lot of really cute clothes. I thought it was really exciting. By Laura Geer. Walking with style. Student Coaches Jeana Shipp and John Fernandez- Calub help Dawn Whipkey with her patterns. Jeana has been involved with the fashion show for three years. Jeana remarked. “For the fashion show, we really look for people with good attitudes. Photo by Laura Geer The Participants. Front How: Jenny Chen. Lisa Watts. Viet Nguyen. Mi- chelle Chappars, Ja- son Rolling. Andrea Hillis. Cheryl San- chez. Heather Mill- er. Second row: Shammon Williams. Aaron Dan cr, Lau- ra Geer. Photo by Andrea Hilli» Closing 256 Order in the Court The defendant is found guilty of possession of stolen properly, and not guilty on the charge of battery on a po- lice officer. This was the ver- dict in for the first round of the California State Mock Trial Competition. Throughout March, 17 seniors competed in five rounds of County competi- tion. Each school had de- fense and prosecution teams, which competed against oth- er schools. Santa Teresa beat James Lick in the first round. The winner of the county advanced to state competition, and the state winner went on to the nation- al competition. At the time of publication only the first round had been completed. The mock trials were strictly run. A judge heard them in a courthouse, just like a real trial. The attor- neys made a pre-trial motion to dismiss certain evidence, and also made opening state- ments and closing arguments in addition to their question- ing. The only difference was that the judge made the ver- dict, not a jury. The prosecution consisted of Mike Young as pre-tri attorney, Cheryl Sanchc Arvind Suthar. and Heath Miller as questioning atto ncys, and Jason Rollin Laura Geer. Karen Eve and Jenny Chen as wi nesses. The defense consisu of M ichelle Chappars as pr trial attorney, Robyn D Herder. Aaron Danzer. ar Viet Nguyen as questionir attorneys, and Andrea Hi lis. Lisa Watts. Shamme Williams, and Jennifer Wi lard as witnesses. Mike Bu ry was the Bailiff. Even if we don’t go a the way, it was a worthwhi experience.” said altornc Robyn Dellerder. Aaron Danzer agreed t saying. “It was a lot of fu All the hours of slaving afti school really paid off. Mr. Gil and Mr. Curry at vised the team, along with a actual attorney. Gil said. was great for the kids. The really got into the compel lion, and at the same tiir they also got the chance I see how a court is run. I ju: hope they learned some thing!” By Andrea Hills.

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linger All-American Santa Teresa senior Sam ngcr was named first team trade All-American during e 1988 soccer season for s fine defensive play at llback. Making All-American as a great ending to my gh school career. All the ark paid off. Getting into dlcgc is the next step to be- ming a professional which my career goal. Singer :gan playing soccer at age c when he started to at- nd camps during the sum- cr. He explained. I began aying because my brother d. but 1 fell in love with the ort and have played with ission ever since.” At six years old, he began aying Police Athletic ;ague (PAL) soccer and ter joined Blossom Valley cccr Club (BVSC). Be- usc of his exceptional play BVSC. he was given the iportunity to join the Santa lara United club team at age fifteen. In his first year, his team won the State Cup, but lost in the regional final. He was then selected to the state team, and was later made a member of the west- ern regional team. Two years ago Singer’s name went into the pool for the Olympic and national teams. ”1 hope to play for my country in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Paris and in the World Cup. The biggest honor an athlete can receive is the opportunity to play his country.” Singer will attend the Uni- versity of Portland next year which has awarded him a full, four-year soccer schol- arship. Ironically. Singer was re- cently dismissed from the Saints' team by coach l.es DeLeon due to personal dif- ferences in their player- coach relationship. By Aar- on Danzer. The follow through. In a game against James Kick. Sam Singer follows through on a pass to Matt Brauch. Matt didn’t score on that play but the team won 11 - I. “We dominated every fac- et of the game, said Matt of the team’s performance. Pholo by Su:anne Nelson. Teachers Cut On October 12. most stu- dents took advantage of a bo- nus day off. but a few stu- dents decided to picket in front of the school. The stu- dents were upset with the teachers sickout. Students held signs that read. “Students are the only losers!”, “Teach us not baby- sit us”. “Fire teachers hire scabs”, and Sickouts great for students? Freshman Jody Higdon was seen on the ten o'clock news the Monday of the sick- out. Jody protested that. “They're coming down hard on us when we cut. and now they’re cutting. Some students joined in to help the pickctcrs. while oth- ers shouted obscenities at them. Mike Blanchette, a picketcr, stated. “Members of the football team even tried to steal our signs. By Bill Oliver. Prideful protesters. Sue Blan- chette. Joyce Recce, and Shelley McWilliams express their reaction to the teacher’s sickout. They stat- ed that they come to school to learn, not be babysat. Photo by Bill Oliver. All Aboard Grad night is a party where, after you get in. you can put your money away. stated grade night chairwo- man Judi Brauns. The theme of this year’s grad night was Murder on the Orient Ex- press. The party started off with a filet mignon dinner. Grads were also given S500 in chips to play with in the fully operational casino. Outside, grads tried their luck at carnival games with- out spending a penny. Grad night is a party only for ST seniors. ST is the only school in the district to spon- sor one. Unlike the Senior Ball, seniors need not bring a date to the party. Two live DJ's played dance music all night long. Seniors who wanted their future told vis- ited the palm reader and oth- ers had a professional carica- ture picture drawn for them free of charge. Truly a night to remem- ber. By Ralph Drendel. Magazir.e 255

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 rize 'ompetitors Hie tension rose on Mesa v. Friday February 26. 58. when students from ferent schools piled into : classrooms anxiously ailing the start of their im. The students were giv- tests according to the level y were currently enrolled Mr. Sousal, the advisor of : calculus testing, was in- med that only half the ss had not learned parts of : material. The advisor it the class into two parts, culus I and calculus II. niors participated in ►thpick oil derrick, seniors building wood bridges. i sophomores in egg drop iipetitions. The tests start- at nine o'clock in the •rning. the other activities Kccded directly after the ting, and the awards were cn out at 1:30. Iwo students from Santa resa won awards at the cuius level. Junior Ka- ida Ukanwa won first tee followed by Senior Ar- id Suthar who look a close :ond place award. I did »t think I was going to n. stated Kalinda. and ten they called my name, 1 ts shocked that I took first ace. Marie Bialorucki. Hire for Higher Every day teenagers trod to work in an effort to pay for college, a car. or other ex- penses. For 8 hours, they slave away in front of a grease-covered grill or a temperamental cash regis- ter. Over and over, they ask themselves one question: Is it worth it? Is the petty S3.35 they earn worth the long drudging hours? On July 1, 1988, the mini- mum wage will increase to S4.25. The wage increase will be an advantage to stu- dents. Geoff Keller stated. The increase will give teen- agers a chance to earn more money and will allow them to be less dependent upon their parents. Sophomore Jody Dartez commented. The more money I make, the higher in- centive I have to work. Many students feel that it will interfere with school. Martin Horn said, With the wage increase there should also be a stricter regulation concerning students with bad grades. Tim Weaver stated, It's nice to make more money, but teens will begin to choose work over school. Some students feel that it may even hurt the job mar- ket. Mike Logan Schiff- baucr speculated. It will lower the rate of employ- ment because employers will not wish to meet the higher rate. But, for the most part, stu- dents agree that the increase will be beneficial. Michele Shcehy commented, “We need every penny we can get! By Mike West. Martial Artist The title “artist” carries a special aura about it; Nova Marks car- ries this ti- tle with a twist. Near the end of 1987, sophomore Nova Marks be- came the female blue-belt stats champion. The IMACF (International Martial Arts Competitors Federation) competition took place on December 12 at Modesta Junior College. Before the competition. Nova ranked fourth in the state. By day’s end she had wiped out her third, second, and first ranked competitors to win her title. This was no sudden feat. Her father, who gets his black belt in July, helped her achieve her goal. My dad had me in training for three months. remarked Nova. This included two hour classes twice a week and hourly practices each day at home. Two years ago Nova be- gan her Chinese Kenpo kara- te lessons at Alliance of Lions Kenpo. I had just moved here from Canon City, Colorado, and I wanted to learn how to defend my- self. Kenpo is a variation of ka- rate based on katas — a se- ries of hand and feet self-de- fense techniques. The class teaches defense moves for unarmed and armed at- tackers. In addition, the stu- dents work with their own weapons — staffs and sais (swords). In two years. Nova had gone through her white, yel- low. orange, and purple belts to attain her blue belt. She said. You feel really good about yourself w hen you get a belt. She had planned to work for her green belt now and intended to remain in the sport “till too old to do it. By Kalinda Ukanwa. Music For The Masses Each year a survey is tak- en representing the musical opinions of the student body. In 1988. Santa Teresa stu- dents exemplified, once again, that there is quite a variety of music to be lis- tened to and enjoyed. As the graph displays, rock music dominated the tastes of the majority of S.T. students in 1988. This is in- Music Type 1987 1988 Rock 23% 29% Soul 21% 26% Modern 20% 21% Top 40 30% 19% Reggae 2% 4% teresting. considering that rock was last year's second favorite type of music. With groups like L.L. Cool J.. Ex- pose. and The Cover Girls, it is no surprise that Soul has increased its audience and moved up to second place. Modern or alternative music has also moved up a notch from 1987 into third place. Groups which were listened to last year (The Cure. The Smiths, Simple Minds, etc.) still retain their popularity with the students. Amaz- ingly Top 40. which was the most listened to music in 1987, plummeted to fourth place in 1988. Another surprising swing in music tastes for 1988 is Reggae. Artists such as L B40. Steel Pulse, and Bob Marlcy have attracted stu- dents with their uplifting and spiritual melodies. By Jan Kopeznski. r Magazine 257