Skyline High School - Origin Yearbook (Dallas, TX)

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Tour Guides got into the swing of school quickly, as they had to pass tests on their knowledge of Skyline and its facilities starting the second day of school. Amy Forresterand Darryl Ewing take a test over the Horticulture cluster. Photo by L. Smith A desire to get back to see friends took part of the sting out of returning to school. Ashli Pate and Jonathan Weiss took time out of their lunch period to sit and talk. Photo by B. Crosby Staying till four caused counselors and students many problems.-Students with early release had to fill their schedules with other classes. Sylvia Valle and senior George Rodriguez discuss his schedule changes. Photo by H. Castellanos 10 Student life

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Getting into it Team devotion shows at practice VVith all of her muscles aching and sweat rolling down her forehead, Karen Stephenson comtemplated why she would spend the last two weeks of summer getting up at 6 to be at drill practice by 7. Drill gives you a sense of accomplishment, because it’s a lot harder than most people think it is. said Karen. “It’s the same reason that the football players practive so much. It’s something they love. Getting up early wasn’t the hardest part. That came later in the morning when the drill practiced marching and kicking for an hour at a time. Drill team wasn’t the only group sweating in the summer sun. The band, flag corps and twirler were also working hard. They started practice four weeks before school started. Practice times varied for different sections, but some stayed from 8 a.m. to as late as 6 p.m. The football players were also involved in summer workouts, practicing twice a day—once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Cheerleaders didn't practice, but they did make signs from 8 until 1. starting three weeks before school started. Everyone’s goal was the same: to be prepared for football season, but the reasons students dedicated their time were different. “No matter what you do. you have to work at it and band is worth it. said feature twirler Kristy Love. It's exciting to perform at the football games. School spirit and supporting the team were the main reasons students sweated it out during the summer. We put in the time because school spirit means a lot to us. said varsity cheerleader Marjorie Dodd. We enjoy being a part of what generates that spirit. I love drill. said Dana McLean. It’s so neat because all the girls are working and striving for the same thing. We are all trying to support our school. Unity played a major part in students' decisions to be a member of the drill or band, but the sense of belonging also ranked high. It makes you feel part of a group and part of the school spirit. said Silhouette Rhonda Smith. Even though there is continual work and lots of practice, the members of the various organizations felt that it was worth it once they got on the field. •Sheri SlodghiJJ Silhouette Sandra Keith lias the true look of summer practice while march ing on the field during the first week of practice. Photo by K. Hundt Lieutenant Karen Stephenson takes time to laugh at a joke while Captain Mindy Ayers wipes the sweat from her brow after teaching a new routine to be performed at the second game during the football season. Photo by K. Hundt Marching in v-shaped patterns was one skill the Silhouettes practiced during summer workouts. Sandra Kernes leads off her part of the v while marching on the field. Photo by K. Hundt Sweating it 9

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W' Getting into it Summer filled with variety Ti ie final minutes of that dreaded last exam have passed. The last bell of the year has rung. Lockers have been cleaned, books have been turned in and now, it’s summer! Summer offered a variety of activities besides sitting home and watching the grass grow. Students thrived on being able to do and see new things. Many students were lucky to find good 9 to 5 jobs, but those who didn’t made the best out of working on a part-time basis. “The fact that I was part-time meant I still had to work at night, instead of during the day. We (part-time workers) get the sad end of the deal.” said senior Beckie Warren. Working part-time did have advantages though. Those who had a part-time job had the option of continuing work even after school resumed. Then there was always the possibility of going out after work and not having to worry aboutgettingupearly. Aside from the typical work and play syndrome of summer, students broke away on vacations and excursions of all kind. Whether in a foreign country or a neighboring city, the time spent away from homewasawelcomechange. “I enjoy learning,” said Lauren Mayborn. “but the pressure gets to me at school. When I travel 1 learn without thepressure.” But even summer doesn't seem like paradise forever. The close of summer brought students back to school once again. For some, it wa a welcome change back to old familiar places, events and people. To others, it was like resumingadreadedtorture. ”1 love summer, but I'm glad to get back to my friends,” said sophomore Ashli Pate. She wasn't the only one who fellthatway. ■Tereso a ray a Seniors Cindy Asensio and Leah Pus- tejousky dance at the Beach Bash. The bash was the first dance of the year, held Sept. 9. Some students really got into thu spirit and dressed in grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts. Photo by I . Smith Summer provided a perfect chance for late night partying. Susan Baker and kirn Johnson listen to music at the Winfrey Point summer party. Photo by T.Amya Springing into school 11