Thornwood High School - Thunderbird Yearbook (South Holland, IL)

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ww .--'lsxbm Girls pick their special angel Someone once said that Turna- bout is fair play and with equal rights for women becoming a press- ing issue, Thornwood's female popu- lation got a chance to switch roles and ask their favorite guy to escort them to the ninth annual Turnabout Dance. Sponsored by the Girls' Club, over 250 couples danced to the theme of Let Me Be Your Angel on March 21. For at least a month in advance girls searched the halls looking for that perfect date and for their nominee for Most Ideal Guy. As the clock approached eight, couples arrived at the cafeteria de- spite the cold winter weather and last minute runs in nylons. Music for the evening was provided by Sun- dance, who played a wide variety of music, ranging from slow ballads to 'fifties music. Unlike many dances the couples engaged in all types of dancing including the jitterbug and bunny hop. The height of the evening's activi- ties arrived when Michele Watson introduced the M.I.G. Court and their dates. Foreign exchange stu- dent Manual Barragan was named Most Ideal Guy by the girls of Thornwood. After a romantic evening of danc- ing many couples took in a quiet din- ner or ventured off into the city with friends. Although it was just an- other dance to most males the girls would remember it as a special evening. As Girls' Club President Laureen Porter explained, It gives the girls a chance to date someone they have always liked but were afraid to even talk to. Above: Long hours of decorating and prep- aration transformed the cafeteria into a heav- en for the sweethearts. Kim Kunkle attaches tape to the back of the kissing angel in honor of each couple. Above Left: Although there wasn't a short- age of chairs, Theresa Cipich and Rob Maner- ich found it much cozier to double up. Left: To remember the evening many couples had formal pictures taken together. Kris Houts and Phil Hoogland receive their ticket to insure prompt delivery of their photos within a few weeks. TURNABOUT 21

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Above: Decorations are a very important part of all dances. Girls' Club members worked many long and hard hours to make sure all of the beautiful decorations were perfect. Here, Julie McKee pauses a moment in the midst of decorating to check correct placement of yet another streamer. Above Right: Many couples sat and talked during the faster music, but Pam Daley and Chuck Benain took a quick spin around the floor dancing to the music of Sundance. The group played a variety of new tunes and golden oldies. Favorite songs, requested by the dancers, were also played. All the songs played inspired the dancers to get up onto the floor and dance uninhibitedly. Right: M.I.G. COURT AND DATES Front Row: Simonette Oggerino, Kim Quinlan, Carolyn Steinmuller, Julie Deady, Linda Carey, Trish Winslow. Back Row: Jeff Per- sin, Tony Terrazas, Manuel Barragan, Bryan Ruthrauff, Bob Rudman, Pat Madden. 20 TURNABOUT ,

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New format attracts students Prom 1981 was certainly the first of its kind for Thornwood. A new location, band, and eating arrange- ments were chosen to compliment the memorable evening. Looking Through The Eyes of Love was held at the Palos Hills Country Club in Palos Park on May 22. More danc- ing was done than in previous years because of the overwhelming popu- larity of Lord Ashley, the band se- lected as the entertainment for the dance. The new eating arrange- ments consisted simply of hors d'oeuvres. Swedish meatballs, pizza, miniature hot dogs, egg rolls, and after dinner mints kept hungry dates quieted throughout the even- ing. At 10:00, Mistress and Master of Above: Mistress of Ceremonies Adelynn Sa- lato presents Master of Ceremonies, Ruben Rucoba, with the 'tMost Likely to Succeed Award. Top Right: Escorted by her date, Lisa Duffy selects egg rolls from the hors d'oeuvres table while Kevin Burke tries pizza during a break in dancing. Right: Conversation was a large part of the eve-ning's activitiesg Cheryl Pacini, Tom Sykes and Glynette Fosdick share a humor- ous moment on the dance floor. 22 PROM Ceremonies Adelynn Salato and Ru- ben Rucoba announced seniors se- lected for class awards. Most Athle- tic: John Riester, Kathy Gatelisg Best Dressed: Bob Rudman, Sheila Suttieg Class Cutie: Doug Nichele, Dee Dee Caudleg Most Likely to Suc- ceed: Ruben Rucoba, Anne Stankusg Most Congenial: Steve Ferguson, Marie Zenere: Most School Spirit: Carl Cochran, Teri Emerickg Class Flirt: Tony Terrazas, Carolyn Stein- mullerg Class Comic: Pat Madden, Barb Smykowskig Most Ideal Date: Ron Reda, Kim Alcock. Prom Court was then presented and Pat Madden and Teri Emerick were crowned Prom King and Queen to reign over Prom 1981. . ff xgfCVI,iLT1 5 '9' Aug..