Carver High School - Aries Yearbook (Birmingham, AL)

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COLLEGE DAY 78 On October 24. 1978, College Day was held at Carver High School with over 40 colleges and universities in attendance. The representatives were greeted and registered by Senior Honor Society members and ROTC cadets. A brief program was held in the auditorium showing off the positive achievement of our band, orchestra and choir. Following the auditorium program, seniors and juniors went to the gym where exhibits were set up. The students had the opportunity to gain information and admission procedures. They collected applications, pamphlets and brochures. 136

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The Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps (JROTC) Cadets of Carver High School are organized as the 3rd Battalion of the Third Brigade in the Birmingham Public Schools JROTC Program. During school year 1977-1978. the ROTC Battalion at Carver High earned a rating of Honor Unit with Distinction, which authorized each cadet to wear a distinctive gold star. This is the highest honor which can be earned by an ROTC Unit. The unit attained this honor during the Annual Formal Inspection conducted in February, 1978. Only 10% of the ROTC units in the Country are designated Honor Unit with Distinction. Annually the ROTC unit from Carver High School marches in the Veteran's Day Parade in downtown Birmingham. The cadets always represent the school well and 1978 was no exception, as the Battalion won the General John Person's Trophy as the Outstanding ROTC Unit. This year the unit also marched in the Magic City Classic Parade which is held each year before the Alabama State and Alabama A M football game. Year after year, the Carver Unit boasts as having the finest Male Female Drill Team in the State. Because of their outstanding performances they are often sought after to perform at various school functions as well as the Annual Beauty Pageant sponsored by the JCCEO. The Rifle Team also gained prominence during 78 79 winning the Group B championship, beating out Talladega in the final week of firing. The Disc and Diamond Society is a club which recognizes the Academic Achievements. ROTC cadets who maintain a B average in all subjects are invited to join. There are fun activities in ROTC too. The social calendar begins with the Christmas Party, includes at least one picnic, and culminates with the Military Ball, a grand event where everyone always looks his best. The 1978-79 School Year saw for the first time the ROTC Newspaper “AT EASE . Published bi-monthly it contained the news around school, as well as the ROTC happenings. The ROTC of Carver High School promotes pride, leadership, and Citizenship. Cadets, you have reached the top — stay there. S Mapson

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SUPPLY TEACHERS 137 Juliette Cheatham Attendance Aide Gwendolyn McMillan Doris Thomas Geraldine Naves