Winchester High School - Aberjona Yearbook (Winchester, MA)

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The Prom T he seniors kicked off their celebrating with the Junior Prom. A highly successful event with a large turnout, the prom was an example of how students working together can pull something off on their own. Tuxedo rental shops overflowed with students searching for the perfect formal wear. Some were lucky enough to already own their tuxes, or borrow from their fathers or older brothers. And ev¬ eryone added personal touches, like Chris Leydon ' s boots, Tom Leonard ' s top hat, John Lane ' s white gloves and tails, and many pairs of sunglasses. The girls didn ' t have it quite so easy. Rather than just walking into a store, picking out one of a few basic styles, and getting fitted, they had to search many stores, from Priscilla ' s to Filene ' s Basement. Color, style, fit, and price were all factors to be con¬ sidered. Many girls borrowed or swapped dresses with friends. And just in case their date wasn ' t quite tall enough, many girls searched for ballet slippers or other flats. Finally, the night arrived. Many went to pre-prom parties with friends, and then all went down together. Rented stretch limos pulled up to the church, where a photographer was taking portraits outside the front door. Couples streamed In, shaking hands with the faculty and class adviser on the way. The DJ had set up his equipment on the stage opposite a portrait of the cardinal. Blue, white, and silver balloons and streamers abounded, and strands of lights outlined 88 on one wall. A problem was soon discovered when all the couples had arrived. Could our class have too much spirit? The hall was totally packed! — by Joan Mate! I i SPORTING sunglasses and a tuxedo, Robert Abbanat shows off his date, Cara McDonough, at the Junior Prom. The glamour of dressing up for their first official prom forced several juniors to hand over theirsavings to tuxedo and prom dress shops. However, in the end, it was all worth it. THE success of the junior Prom could not have been achieved without the organization of the class officers consisting of FRONT ROW: Beth Small, Jen Ciotti BACK- ? ROW: Jermaine Jones, Sean McDonough. Their efforts were paid off by the tremendous response of the jurwor class. 10 The Prom

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E veryone here is Celebrating ' 88. The seniors have assem¬ bled enthusiastically for the very special senior courtyard picture. They ' ve changed so much since their freshmen year, excelling in art, music, theater, and athletics in addition to academics. They have overcome many obstacles and are most deserving of this celebration. — by Kelly Dobson

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ENCHANTED by the magic of prom night, Lauren Murray and Brian Romer capture the essence of romance on the dance floor. The fast-paced music frequently yielded to slower music, al lowing the romantics to get closer to their dates. SHOWING off the new phase prom-wear, Thomas Leonard, Beth Oran, Hannah Kopacz, and Christopher Leydon take a breather from the crowded dance floor to enjoy a moment of peace with each other. THE life of the Junior Prom, Sebastian O ' Brien wants to hang on to the good times that proms give. The elabo¬ rated decorations of balloons, flowers, and streamers at Chidley Hall can force anyone to go a bit crazy. The Prom 11 WRAPPED up in the spirit of the moment, Greg Falcione and Debbie Hackney enjoy the last slow dance of the prom.