Thornridge High School - Piper Yearbook (Dolton, IL)

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Right: Laura Johns swims in the reefs of Key Largo, Florida, while studying marine biology with a class from the Shedd Aquarium. Below Lett: Taking time out from the rides at Great America to pose with Bugs Bunny are Karla Dork, Kim Camp, Barb Borek, Dawn Murray, Lisa Sikora, Katie Lydon, and Meri Mi- tidiero. Below: Shopping can be exhausting but the scenic courtyard of River Oaks Mall gives Diane Laist and Amy Merritt a chance to take a break. lift!-W No limits set for good times Students take a break from school for fun ll it took to get students moving was the 2:38 bell on Friday. That sig- naled the beginning of the weekend as students headed in different directions, free from the restrictions of school. Some students found it easy to spend their money at local malls on a quiet Saturday afternoon. Orland Square, Ftiv- er Oaks, and Lincoln Mall con- tinued to be popular shopping spots, while a trip downtown to explore the city was not un- common. 32 Out-Of-School The addition of J.C. Penney and Mainstreet to River Oaks Mall gave students not only new places to spend money, but also places to earn it as many job positions opened up. Earning money became necessary as some students began to save for college, pay for oar insurance, or save for their spring vacation. Having a job gave me extra money, independence, and a head- start on paying for my college expenses, stated Elise Gon- zales. Couples found weekends to be the time for dating, but go- ing out stag with a group of friends was common. Going to the movies, the lakefront, or just driving around with a few friends was fun because all you wanted to do was have a good time and be together, said Deontray Cox. Some groups enjoyed danc- ing the night away at Jubila- tion and Club Soda. This al- lowed for mixing with students from other schools. Other students spent their time at get togethers that were held at a friend's house or in a rented hall. The entertainment at such parties varied, as some had dejays, live bands, or simply the radio blasting all the way. Terrorizing the neigh- borhoods with toilet paper kept students away from bore- dom. It could be said that sitting around doing nothing was not the norm for TR students as fun away from school had no limits.

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IS!! ll ll lI K Left: Chris Juds, ranked third in the senior class, was the second recipient of the Henry Vandenberg Award For Excellence. Below: Leading the class, Michele Purcell, valedictorian, received her medal from Mr. Salvatore Salato, prin- cipal. l . - - 1 l X . Nz' 'N-. I.. Far Loft: lt's over. Tracey McBride and Missy Lott embrace after the ceremony. Left: Soon after they received their diplomas, graduates looked at the new design that was depicted there. it Y 1 I mil Graduation 31

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