Weldon E Howitt High School - Hi Life Yearbook (Farmingdale, NY)

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 Addicts and Food? Music? Dance? Whatever the need was. most found a way to satisfy it. And why did they? Fulfilling a need was something to do. but for some it became an obsession. That uncontrollable urge to reach a state of oblivion under the influence of your favorite mode. Lunchtime in the cafeteria often became like feeding time at the zoo. That once-quiet girl that sat in front of you in math, with a 99 average, became a wild animal prepared to fight for that last bagel. Senior Stacey Soave explained, “It’s like this magnetic force between me and food. I just have this need to be near it and eat it.” And for those who preferred the quiet of the library, one might have noticed the ever popular “study addict.” Some seriously seemed to be addicted to studying and could never be found without a book nearby. For whatever reason, these people were willing to sacrifice a social life to get very good grades and get in- to a good college. Studious senior Joe Rizzotti remarked on his own study habits, “It has all proven worthwhile, and my methods were reflected in my grades. Others who did not have the patience to study turned to something more active — music. With the great diversities in music, there were many sorts of music addicts, and each stood by his own musical preference. There was enough of a variety to satisfy everyone and enough radio stations to appeal to all. Senior Jeff Kamean exclaimed readily, ”1 wouldn't be Jeffrie Loyd Ka- mean without Michael Jackson’s Thriller album. LEISURE TIME IS SPENT IN MANY DIFFERNT WAYS. Chris Griffin and Frank Ip polito can usually be found in the mall, but not without their box. SOME PEOPLE CANNOT MAKE IT THROUGH THE DAY WITHOUT A NICOTINE FIT. Robin Sherman comes to the rescue when Chris Campisi finds he needs a light. STUDENT LIFE 20 ADDICTIONS

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DESSERT ANYONE? As Margaret Granville and Lori Orr look on in shock, Cathy Bongo hunts for coins hidden deep in jello and cream to score points for the senior class. FLOWERS NOT ONLY MAKE EVERYONE HAPPY BUT ALSO HELP VLC RAISE EX- TRA MONEY. In the morning, the VLC members got together to discuss the strategy of selling flowers. THE HOMECOMING GAME IS ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING OF THE YEAR. In preparation for the game, the Cheerleaders help introduce the players and psych them up for the big game. PART OF THE FUN OF HOMECOMING IS BEING WITH FRIENDS. The dance is a great place to show off new dance steps and clothes while having a good time. RIVALRY AMONG THE CLASSES PRO VIDE8 FOR AN AFTERNOON OF FUN. In the newly added water balloon relay. Matt Connors tries to catch and throw the balloons without breaking them. f 2 4 STUDENT LIFE HOMECOMING 19

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 WHEN MU8IC 18 HEARD. SOME PEOPLE CAN'T HELP THEMSELVES AND JUST BEGIN TO DANCE. Brian Birthwright and David Martinez practice their moves in the roomy Commons. ALTHOUGH HOMEWORK IS MOST OFTEN CONSIDERED A CHORE. DOING IT TOGETHER MAKES IT THAT MUCH EA8IER. Joy Pessirilo and Willie Recce talk over last night's assignment. STUDENT LIFE ADDICTIONS 21