West High School - Trail Yearbook (Wichita, KS)

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l assemblies assembly varieties i nform, entertain, bore When one views the empty stage, memories of different things that took place there return. First of all, the administration presented an orientation assembly to acquaint newcomers with some of the rules and traditions of West. Students became better acquainted with school leaders when they were installed. Teas- ers were presented before plays in order to preview them and invite people to see the full production. Eagerly anticipated were the sophomore- junior talent assembly and, of course, the sen- ior assembly. The Toys for Tots auction provided an hour of entertainment for stu- dents as well as Christmas gifts for needy children. Other assemblies offered travel experience and insight through films and speakers. Students filed into the auditorium to see the installation of officers. ABOVE: Dr. Friesen explained the rules and regulations to sophomores and new students at the orientation assem- bly. BELOW: A bewildered sophomore listens contentedly to Dr. Friesen at the assembly. Sophomores find their seats during the preparation of the orientation assembly.

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Conscientious students ponder in the voting booths be fore marking their ballots. Members of the senior Ctopl, junior Qmidcllej, and sopho- more Cbottomj classes listen attentively to their candi- dates at the election assemblies, Seniors applaud the efforts ofa candidate running for office. ll

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During assemblies the Security Guard checks the halls for gyppers. Gary Scharnhorst is sworn in as senior class president duringtheinstallation assembly. The spotlight shines on an empty stage before a perform- ance begins. Those who attend second assembly try to find something to do besides study. Teachers standing in back of the auditorium maintain order in assemblies.