South Side High School - Totem Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Sophomore Brent Caroline models a macho-style disco warm-up suit with a threatening look on his face. Sharon Maier, sophomore, airs her school spirit by wearing a pig-tailed pic- ture of a member of the cheerleading squad. Walking with similar steps and similar fashions, two Archers take advantage of convenient leg pockets. M1' SxvvT Archers flash styles Variety was the word this year for fashionable Archers. While the ever-popular college tee-shirt-and- jeans uniform was always some- where in view, dressing-up became a major sport, both active and spectator. Spike heels and slit skirts were the rule for girls, mak- ing a walk between classes a dan- gerous trek. Guys turned into weekend cowboys, cruising through MacDonald's in letter jackets and funny hats. Although it would be a mistake to say anything goes, South Siders showed diversity in the way they dressed. Some styles that definitely did not go over this year were polyester pantsuits and cat- eye glasses. Most students traded these in for ultra-sharp wools and sunglasses. Among the favorite day-off clothes, were speed-striped warm- up suits and patched jeans. The idea was this: the more comforta- ble the better. As the seasons change, so do the clothes that people wear. What doesn't change is the message we send out, Look at me. Fads and fashions 13

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The casual look has always made the Senior Cheryl Hough and Sophomore grade for most students, as shown by Robin Wemhoff look sharp from head to Junior Robert White's striking of a lei- toe and exhibit some of the latest hair- sure pose. styles. Steve Mosley, senior, displays a popular trend of strolling down the hall with his radio as a companion. 12 Fads and fashions

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Top students honored Recognition Night, June 3, 1979, honored underclassmen and seniors in a combined cere- mony. Over 100 students were given awards for excellence in their endeavors. Valedictorian of the Class of 1979 was James Buuck, followed by Salutatorian, Kevin Leamon. South Side Scholars were Becky Haffner, John Buuck, Tom Mat- son, John Martin, Lori Bennin- ghoff, Linda Spenny, Becky Anderson, Laura Houser, and Cindy Cobbs. Top junior award went to Jenny Langhinrichs who also won the Brown University Award. Other juniors honored were Tri-Kappa winners Art Fogel, Tom Gidley, Peggy Couch, Carol Hummel, Jenny Langhinrichs, and Rob Manges. Shiroz Keshwani was last year's top sophomore, winning the cov- eted R. Nelson Snider award. In athletic awards, James Goree was recognized for wrestling, and Mike Cunningham for basketball. Outstanding underclass athletes recognized were Robin Beasley and Tom Lazoff. Seniors honored were Cindy Kindschy and Delores Stewart. The Business Department gave out awards for business skills to Nora Kowal, Kathy Roberts, and Gwen Fields. In the mathematics depart- ment, Jim and John Buuck were both given awards in calculus. Linda Spenny was recognized for senior math. The Rensselaer Medal went to Paul Johnson for his work in math and science. Stewart Ott and Ronda Spran- ger got honors for perfect attend- ance in three years. Among citizenship awards were the D.A.R. Good Citizen Award won by Becky Anderson and Marc Warner, the Kiwanis award given to Penny Johnson, and the Hi-Y Best Citizen Award won by Becky Hines and Jeff Presley. In addition, 81 of last year's seniors were elected to the National Honor Society. The evening was concluded with Elgar's Pomp and Circum- stance. Seniors to be honored anxiously await presentation of awards. 14 Honors Convocation