Scottsdale High School - Camelback Yearbook (Scottsdale, AZ)

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lt was a big hassle and l wouldn't have gone through it if l didn't have to, said three year graduate Shannon Helser. This was the overall attitude of the five three year graduates at Scottsdale High School l think they should have a program for three year graduates Shannon also com- mented Another three year graduate, Mag- gie Mable made a similar statement, lt was really hard to find classes and keep up. l think there should be more programs like X sons for graduating early. Academic Topping , The Daughters of the American Revol - tion, D.A.R., and Hugh O'Brian each spon- sored an award given to an SHS girl this year, based on leadership and academic ability. Formed in 1890, D.A.R. was made up of women who have been proven descendant of those who aided or served in the Amer - can Revolution. This year Melanie Slater was chosen from the senior class to receive the award based on citizenship, academic, and writing ability. l was involved in many different areas, said Melanie. l feel that i important for all students. With her essay entitled, American Heri- tage - Our Responsibility for Preserving I t, she hoped to go on to district and state contests where she could win a scholar- ship, and possibly enter the national com- petition. This year's Hugh O'Brian award winn xr was sophomore, Mary Caroselli. Mary and other contestants had to write an essay on three topics: leadership, concern for others, and the ability to share your knowledge and experiences with others. Each topic was tl be explained in one hundred words or les. l was very surprised and shocked to learn that l had won the award, but at the same time l was overjoyed! exclaimed Mary. D.A.R. Award D.A.R. recipient - Melanie Slater Hugh 0'Brian Award Hugh O'Brian recipient - Mary Caroselli iThree Year Graduates -45. - . f N . ,A , Shannon took three years of full sched- X g 5 f l ules a summer school class, and was a l Y A member of the Career Awareness Program, X C A P conducted by Mr. Holmdahl. Want- , ' 3 L1 A 'E ing to start a career anxiety to enroll for A college were 8lTlOl'lg several of their rea' Thrle year graduates: Maggie Mable, Shelly McCune, Shannon Helser 28 Hugh O BrianfD A.R,f3 Year Grads,

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Academic Excellence Equals NHS Seated: Lauri Marin, Meg Bond, Lisa Johnson, Judy Shupert. Along Left Railing: Teresa Menegay Secretary, Tania Kalia, Patti Gerber, Leif Swanson Treasurer, Scott Medeiros, Steve Kastner, Debbie Frost, Tiffany Burk ICC Rep., Steve Sheldon President, Karl Luther, Doug Ervin, Jeff Ely. Along Right Railing: Alison Klein, Nino Capobianco, John Kelly. Not Pictured: Kevin Arnold Vice President, Dave Golder, Charlotte Sanders. Hw- Ulug- ta fn. ,p rl' . '-'i I P . X, ,,, . Vice President, Kevin Arnold, contemplates a new development at a meeting. The National Honor Society was estab- lished to compliment those students with a high academic standing. Long hours and hard work are a staple of the club, re- marked one member. A member of the Scottsdale chapter of NHS is evaluated on his hard work, outside activities, and grade point average. To be eligible a student's grades must meet cer- tain requirements. A Senior needs at least a 3.6 Grade Point Average, Juniors need at least a 3.8 GPA, and Sophomores need at least a 4.0. Freshmen are ineligible. The club, which meets biweekly, is spon- sored by the head of the English Depart- ment, Mr. Del Davis. A primary goal of the National Honor Society is as stated by Presi- dent Steve Sheldon, to support other clubs and assist in community service pro- jects. Some of the projects included spon- soring a family at Christmas, tutoring other students, and participating in drives for charitable organizations. After school at one of the meetings, President Steve Sheldon reviews the day's agenda. National Honor Society 27

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Top Five Percent . Hard work, desire, and dedication is what it takes to be in the Top Five Percent and Top Ten Percent. Students who are aca- demically qualified receive certificates, awards, and academic scholarship offers from a variety of colleges and universities. To be eligible for the Top Five Percent, students must have acquired at least a 3.8 overall grade point average during their four years in high school. To be in the Top Ten Percent, students must have attained at least a 3.59 overall average during four years in high school also. These students are very bright academi- cally, according to Mr. Oldenburg, an aca- demic counselor here at SHS. To attain the necessary grade point average, most of these students took advanced classes ' along with regular college prep classes, and did quite well in them. . , lf you are willing to study hard, do your best work possible, and then achieve the Top Five Percent - Top: Steve Kastner, Leif Swanson, Steve Sheldon, Scott Mederios, Doug Ervin, d . t .t . t Charles McLane, Bottom: Alison Klein, Patti Gerber, Kirk Gregor, Andy Milne, Judy Shupert. Not necessary gra e pom average' I IS a grea Pictured: Kevin Arnold, Nino Capobianco, Mindy Covey, Dan Gray, Dan Haygood, Ron Keller, John feeling knowing that You have done it! Kelly, Laura Marin, Charlotte Sanders. stated Theresa Menegay. Most ofall, it is a feeling of self-satisfaction and an honor to be in the Top Five and Ten Percent. Top Ten Percent - Top: Leif Swanson, Steve Kastner, Erika Cossitt, Shawn Mahoney, Lisa Kardos, Scott Reed, Philip Magen, Andy Milne, John Rudolph, Steve Sheldon, Scott Mederios, Doug Ervin, Middle: Kirk Gregor, Melanie Slater, Steve Ploog, Charles McLane, Bottom: Alison Klein, Meg Bond, June Overby, Patti Gerber, Jennie Trivanovich, Lisa Johnson, Penny Llnsworth, Gayle Johnson, Doug Holmes, Judy Shupert. Not Pictured: Richard Andrews, Kevin Arnold Nino Capobianco, Laura Certa, Mindy Covey, Lisa Gantz, David Golder, Dan Gray, Dan Haygood, Laura Hensiek, Ron Keller, John Kelly, Laura Marin, lieresa Menegay, Charlotte Sanders, Cheryl Warner. Top Five PercentfTop Ten Percent 29