Steamboat Springs High School - Galleon / Sailors Log Yearbook (Steamboat Springs, CO)

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 evrwnr Why would anyone want to spend an entire weekend traveling on a freez- ing bus, speaking in front of complete strangers and miss- ing the opportunity to attend school functions? Because, competing in an individual activity, such as speech team, takes an incredible amount of courage, personality and perseverance. Speech team is an activity that forces one to reach deep inside oneself and discover inner feelings, that are projected through speaking. I like knowing that if I do well, it’s because of me” -Shelly Bordewyk Members have the choice to interpret pieces of po- etry, humor or drama; create origi- nal oratory, debate or perform a duet acting piece. No matter what the event, a great deal of time and effort is put forth by each member. The National Forensic League, or speech team, reach to improve their own performance as well as qualify for the state tournament. A dream for all is to qualify for the National tournament, an ex- tremely difficult goal to fulfill.

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IT CAN TAKE YOU FARTHER THAN YOU THINK Lr«m h) wrttr wrl! IRC Members: Chris Hammons, Scott Feeley, Katie Yeager, Tom Sharp, Joy Knauf, Jay Bostrom. Jay Bostrom is looking real enthused about IRC. International Relations Club functions as a forum for students who wish to learn about international affairs “|rq js an and parliamentary proce- „ ,, dure. This year the dub trav- 9anizatl0n- eled to the University of Colorado, Cherry Creek High School, Denver University, and Berkley College. Andy Burch acted as presi- dent while Lori Bogard acted as Secretary of the prestigious club. Members such as Tom Sharp, Vice President, Josh Munson, Kyle Gilbertson, and Joy Knauf, to name a few, also learned much more about parlia- mentary procedure than they had ever thought possible. Anyone can see the obvi- ous improvements in the school’s student council because of the knowledge learned intellectual or- on these tr‘Ps- The students A Rurrh also learn about national, and international affairs in depth. This is very important because many people now do not even know about what’s going on in the world, or even care for that matter. It is a really great opportunity for everyone involved. Many more of it’s members includ- ed Brendan Reed, Ian Boersma, Jay Bostro- m,and Katie Yeager, who add greatly to the club’s effectiveness and fun filled atmo- sphere.

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This year's French and Spanish clubs gave students the opportunity to get involved with ac- tivities in and out of school. Along with experi- encing the culture through the food, trips and various celebrations outside of school, students in these clubs took partin school oriented activi- ties also. These activities included fund raisers, contests, bake sales, and participating in the year’s 75th Anniversary Winter Carnival. The French Club began with their annual Christmas party. The adventurous minds of this year's officers created a unique experience for this year's members. The officers were as fol- lows: Chris Hammons, President; Ben Barbier, Vice-President; Penny Brandt, Treasurer; and KeriSearls, Secretary. The remainder of the year brought exciting events including the ice-sculp- ture building contest in the Winter Carnival, The Mardi Gras celebration and the 3rd annual Bean- ers versus Frogs soccer game. The year came to an end when a group of French students had a chance to travel overseas. The Spanish Club began the year with a pi- nata party. Led by President, Nate Smith, the Spanish club participated in activities with the French Club and school such as the French- Spanish soccer game. Other Spanish Club offi- cers include Vice President Danny Sharp, and Treasurer-Secretary Dana Knauf. A few Spanish Club members had the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica this summer to enhance their knowl- edge of the language and culture. Spanish Club officers: Dana Knauf, Dan Sharp, Nate Smith. Nate Smith prepares for the Pinata party. Not pictured Spanish Club: Grant S., Eric K., Dana C., Jonathon H., Dan Q., Alex T., Matt G., Josh M., Chris H., Jessica E„ C.J.H., Pat S., Scott F., Shannon D., Ra- chel W., Ashley L., Scott G., Matt P., Chris T.. Mike M.. Kenny M.. Jay B., Tom S„ French Club: Aaron B., Ben W., Mac R., Travis W., Zoe G., Melanie R.. Kristin B., Don B., Perk H., Jenny B., Travis E., Mar- lies R., Chris R., Tom B., Andy B., Erin B., Lori B., Kelly C., Dawn O., Julie 0., Regina B., David B., Shelly B., Doug M., Amy N., Cheri S., Kandi V. 30 Top left to bottom right: Lisa Young, Sarah Boersma, Lynn Whittam, Jennifer Tice, Dana Knauf, Dan Sharp, Nate Smith, Sandy Marks, Katie Yaeger.