Valparaiso High School - Valenian Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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10 — Homecoming

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Ray-tc-Ray Rcubletake Student’ is spelled a-c-t-i-v-e According to Webster, a student (stood’ nt) is “One who studies or investigates.” This definition conjures up on image of the horn-rimmed pupil bent intently over his desk, burning the midnight oil in an unending quest for knowledge. Like most stereotypes, however, this description leaves little room for interpretation. As a typical student, you probably recognize the importance of an education. After all, you come to school to learn. But as the old saying goes, all work and no play makes Jack Student dull, dull, dull. Each day you make several pit stops at the locker. The assorted magazine clippings and hastily scrawled notes on the bulletin board inside remind you that there is life outside the classroom. The lunch break provides another much-appreciated respite from the classroom routine. After eating, there is usually enough time for you to amble off to the Student Lounge or Learning Center. After school you head for tennis practice or a Foreign Exchange Club meeting. You’ve discovered that being involved makes school more fun. When you’re with your friends you may complain loudly about your boring first hour teacher or ungodly amounts of homework. That ' s normal. It’s even expected. But you can be you’re not alone if deep down you feel life at VHS isn ' t really all that bad .... Student Life — 9

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Mood is stormy, but sweet Looks like we ' re in for a blustery weekend, folks. There’s a ninety percent chance of rain, and out in the boonies of Valparaiso, you can bet on some wet weather. With a look at the charts, I can assure you it’s going to be a cold, stormy, evening — definitely not a night to go out. But go out they did! In spite of the driving rain, many fans sacrificed a fun-filled evening with Donny and Marie in order to attend a muddy Homecoming game on October 7. Spectators sought the shelter of umbrellas and slickers as they enthusiastically cheered the Vikes on to a 28-0 victory over LaPorte. Halftime festivities were highlighted by the crowning of queen Marissa Ellis. Couples substituted suits and formals for raincoats and galoshes as they prepared for Pep Club ' s annual Homecoming Dance the following night. Hard-working club members were able to transform the South Balcony into Candyland. The scene came complete with The Good Ship Lollipop, Hershey’s Kisses, and candy canes. From 8:00 to 11:00 the group Bushwack supplied danceable music for Homecoming sweethearts. According to tradition, many couples topped off the evening by dining out at various area restaurants, such as The Spa, Red Lantern, Golden Nuggett, and others. 1. Homecoming Queen Marissa Ellis receives a warm reception from Kim Ward as Mrs. Grcich and escort Joe Grcich look on. 2. Although the night is cold and wet, these Valparaiso fans are willing to weather the storm in anticipation of a Viking victory. 3. Renato Pangan and Pat Dziadosz boogie to the sounds of Bushwack. Homecoming — 11