Winchester Community High School - Golden Era Yearbook (Winchester, IN)

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YEAR OF HOPE World Unites To Show Concern A new perspective was made evident in 1985-86. It became apparent that the world could unite together to help those who needed all the help they could get. In the early fall of 1985, Mexico City experienced a devastating earthquake that killed thousands of people and destroyed many ancient relics. Columbians awoke in the early morning hours of mid-November to the news that a killer volcano had erupted. Mud slides killed at least 20.000 people and left at least 60.000 homeless. South African Negroes spent the year revolting against apartheid, the racist policies of the South African government. Many were killed in violent riots in the struggle for equal rights. In America, musician Steve VanZandt gathered a group of musicians who recorded a song entitled “Sun City,” to show support for the anti-apartheid movement. In September, Farm Aid was held in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, and raised at least ten million dollars to help American farmers. Organizers Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Cougar Mellencamp were just a few of the artists who contributed to the almost fifteen hour show. President Reagan met in Geneva with Soviet leader Gorbachev for the first summit conference in six years. The Italian cruise ship Achille Lauro was hijacked and resulted in the death of New Yorker Leon Klinghoffer, who was confined to a wheelchair at the time of his murder. Prince Charles and Princess Diana of Wales visited the United States in November. Some of the places they visited included Hawaii, Palm Beach, Florida, and Washington, D.C. Perhaps the biggest news story of 1985-86 was the vast outbreak of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) in the United States. In early 1985, at least forty-eight people in Indiana had the potentially fatal disease. While doctors worked to find a cure, some of the victims went as far as Paris in hopes of finding a cure. Actor Rock Hudson’s death from AIDS spawned a number of benefits to be held to support AIDS research. One Indiana victim, Ryan White, fought a long court battle to win the right to attend a public school. While AIDS victims were shunned by many, many others still fought to win human rights for the victims of fatal disease. It wasn’t only AIDS victims who had supporters — people all over the world exhibited that special kindness we all show when the “chips are down.” Special funds and collections were made for victims of natural and man-made disasters. by Tracy Smithson ABOVE LEFT: Thinking over world problems is Shane Fruit. Many students at WC shared Shane's concern. ABOVE RIGHT: Todd Keys hands out literature at S.A.D.D. sign-up. Students Against Driving Drunk was one of many organizations concerned about our lives and safety. 9

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 TOP LEFT: Mia Moon stands up for her team at a basketball game. TOP RIGHT: Ernie Ashley works on his electronics project, hoping to better the world with electronics. BOTTOM: Todd Schrickcr and Rick Holliday work in foods class. These two won't starve today. 8

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WC-TC Leadership ‘85 New Friends — New Ideas — New Problems “It was fun, but not as fun as last year,” was how John Jackson described Leadership Retreat ’85. This was a first in that WC students were joined by students from Tri County High School. “I liked having them (Tri County) there, but it caused a lot of problems,” was what John had to say. While many didn’t like the joint retreat, there were more opinions like Darla Caupp’s: “Even though this was my first time there, I liked having Tri County there.” Another factor that slowed, but did not stop the retreat was the heat. With temperatures often into the nineties, Jamie Williams commented, “The heat seemed to dampen some of the activities, but a lot of good things were accomplished.” Some of the ’’good things” that the students accomplished were learning to be good leaders from small group activities, and learning how to better themselves in seminars. Such speakers as Nick Seta and WC’s Mrs. Swift spoke about listening and goal setting, among other things. The retreat was not only for work, though. The students enjoyed swimming and canoeing in the camp’s lake, and an outdoor dance was held on Saturday night. On the way home, it was agreed that even though it was hot and confusing at times. Leadership Retreat ’85 was a real success. by Tony Smithson ABOVE: WC’s Mr. Stephen catches a few winks. Mr. Stephen brought athletes to the retreat after Saturday games. RIGHT: Scott McCain speaks to students. Known for his energy, Scott proved to be a very interesting speaker.