Duncanville High School - Panther Tale Yearbook (Duncanville, TX)

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Tanya Clary shouts forthe High Hats' attention during a hot summer practice Seated in the liot tub at the Austin Marriott, seniors Steve Dobbins and Penni Chambers relax before a busy day of classes at the University of Texas workshop A spirited group of sophomores battle with the juniors for the spirit award while trying to appear bored during the opposing yell, Each class took on a unique per- sonality which made it special 1 KUGHHA TS 5 08. 4 n, .wx , -1,9 , N, Sr S f 2 in .lg if l fa ', 5 J

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Sitting in close quarters, students make the most of the town pep rally in their own spirited way. Several thou- sand students and parents showed up for the first all- city rally. 1 ' ,i'i::'rfW'a' - i -J i rtmwmi' li Wiiivzltrlli iinfiizlff f.Q,ij7t',-ez I if i, . 'zf:iri9 m'a:.4 ifiiwiwizfi-i fr':ee , A spirited group ot band members cheer their squad to victory in the Annual Red vs. Blue softball game. Taking time out from night practice, Malea Clifton pumps water for a thirsty Kelly Sprenkle, The High Hats worked out every day after school at the Toilet Bowl, Over 300 students performed in the half-time show,

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Personal eeking individuality has long been a fad just as resembling one's friends is a form of teenage rebellion. Many times students D longed to be with others in large groups such as between class in the Pit, at football games, and at lunch. Other times we were stockaded together against our will, like the Friday afternoon 3:15 rush when the only thing on our minds was the weekend ahead. The halls between class and the lunchroom lines were also unplea- sant overcrowding at DHS. Sometimes teenagers prefer to be left alone. Studying for a test, making important decisions, and eating a Big Mac were all more effective when done alone. No matter whether in a group of 1000 or five, the things that united teenagers were their similarities, their difficulties, their friendships, and their dreams. They say tomorrow's leaders are today's youth. Sometimes that thought worried you. Many organizations such as athletics, stu- dent council, foreign studies, Future Farmers and Distributive Education prepared teenagers for the future while helping them today. The clubs helped everyone find the niche which was necessary for a kid's survival. Opening 5