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

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,v : ’ ABOVE LEFT: Lena Herr and Jenny Cox join a TC student in making their group poster. Each group had a cheer, poster, and centerpiece. ABOVE RIGHT: Nick Seta makes a point to students. Mr. Seta spoke on the importance of listening. BELOW LEFT: Mrs. Varner and Mr. Gibson sell Cokes to cool off students after a seminar. The immense heat slowed things down, but did not hinder the excitement. BELOW RIGHT: Krista Hendrickson and Missy Bowers take a breather. The students at the retreat enjoyed many activities in addition to just relaxing. 11

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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.

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HOMECOMING ’85 Victorado Seniors Capture Spirit Stick “We did it!” cheered a triumphant senior. “We finally won the spirit stick!” “Victorado” accompanied the seniors as well as the Black Attack the night of Homecoming. Homecoming ’85 started early in the week with the Powderpuff Football games won by the senior and sophomore girls. Murals depicting a Western theme were entered by each class in competition for the spirit stick. Throughout the week there were dress-up days, with Friday being black and gold day. Class spirit came out during Fun and Games Friday afternoon. In its second year, the bat race turned out to be the most popular again. A faculty team of ten, including that expert on bat racing, Mr. Roberts, challenged the winning senior team. However, it turned out to be no match for the seniors. Cowboys and Indians ran wild through the streets of Winchester before the game on Friday night, as the traditional Homecoming Parade proceeded through town to the football field. Novel float entries, such as the seniors’ covered wagon drawn by work horses, embellished the parade route. The cars carrying the queen candidates and princesses also added a touch of beauty. Following the parade, the battle began — the Black Attack vs. arch rival. Union City. Victorado was an appropriate theme, as the Falcons scalped the Indians 20-14. Starting quarterback Bill Davis said, “Beating Union City, our biggest rival, the night of Homecoming was probably the best thing that happened all year.” During half-time, the seniors were announced the winners of the spirit stick. Realizing that it was their last Homecoming, the class of ’86 pulled together to win. Reigning over Homecoming was senior queen Angela Huffman who said, “I couldn’t believe it! It was great! I think I shook for about two hours!” Her court included seniors Amy Detro and Melissa Phenis. Underclassmen princesses were junior, Krista Campbell; sophomore, Shannon Hartley; and freshman, Karen Hibbard. The victory was celebrated at the Homecoming Dance which concluded Victorado ’85. by Jane Zell ABOVE: Shawnda Croylc passes to Andy Hush during Fun and Games. Despite their efforts, the seniors won Fun and Games. RIGHT: Mr. Miles competes in the bat race for the faculty team. Even the faculty couldn't beat the seniors at their own game. 12