Frank W Cox High School - Talon Yearbook (Virginia Beach, VA)

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GET A JOB MONEY IS MOST IMPORTANT Many people found them- selves a part of the work force last year. Whether it was to just have extra spending money, making car payments, or filling up the w college fund, jobs were a must. Working as a sophomore, many found employment at fast food restaurants chains. Other students sought refuge in West- minister Canterbury, a socially acceptable job. Gpon entering eleventh grade one graduates to the more presti- gious lines of employment like those of department stores or in one of the local surf shops. Aging as a senior holds several advantages; one of which is tips. A job much preferred is waitering or waitressing. These provided the opportunities to earn mega bucks. Although finding a satisfying job often proved challenging, many let their fingers do the walking while searching through the want-ads to find a job best suited for their desired hours. Nancy Emanualson, who was employed at 17th Street Surf Shop, replied, Working at the shop was tons of fun last sum- mer. I met new friends and earned alot of money. Since prices were rising and trends were constantly changing the demand for money by stu- dents was ever-present. There were numerous job openings in various fields of employment. It was upon finding the suitable job for oneself that allowed a person respect and appreciation of their position. Working woman Kitty hguyen, who helps out in the family business, commented, the money that I save during the summer helps me financially throughout the year. Katy Brown and Mike Wesley are scooping 31 flavors at Baskin Robin in Great INeck Square. Waiting on a customer in the shoe depart- ment, Leann Hahn earns money and re- ceives a school credit through Distributive Education while working at Smith and Weltons. Valerie Atkins participates in the new family business. Maxines. which recently changed [ t hands from the Street Walker. '•r , J ,r:-K vm. Jir 22 Student Employment

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I w § Senior Beverly Kidd, the chosen princess for Cox High School, is riding on the Mep- tune Float with King Neptune and his court. Virginia Beach's annual celebration of the Neptune Festival attracts many students. Laura Knocke, Kim Armstrong. (Cindy BarkeriClaye Conkwright and her sister Sandy Martin are intently captured by the sounds of THE DADS. Neptune 21

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Kathy Powers, David Dail and Liz Regula prepare The best chicken in town while working at Pollards Chicken. Laura Knoche straightens up the jewelry Westminister employs many Cox stu- counter at La Vogue where she works part dents. Teddy Deitrich is seen here setting time, several nights after school and on a table before his shift weekends. ;; . , J ;lVi?ki Student Employment 23