George Mason High School - Mustang Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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ACROSS THE MILES For foreign language club mem- bers the miles that separated them from foreign lands seemed fewer. They met monthly to study French, Spanish, or Latin, while learning about foreign cultures, having a lot of fun, and planning social events. The French Club, sponsored by French Club — Front Row: Susan Arm- strong, Cathie Caprio, Liesl Leach, Andrew Smith. Second Row: Ngoc Mai, Tuan Chau, Krit Sirichanya, Sarah Cheek, Andrea Wal- lace. Back Row: Bick Mai, Cristina Naupari, Andrew Smith, Ms. Ileana Alim (Sponsor), Susan Schick, Tania Carroll, Genie Nolan, Carrie Dove Spanish Club — Front Row: Hedda Chang, John Steinbock, Jane Sunderland. Second Row: Greg Huffman, Karen Yamhure, Mary jo Shannon, Amy Johnson, Susie Jacomet. Back Row: Jeff Lenker, Mr. Robert Snee (Sponsor), Karen Seal, Karen Cohen, Mara Paukert. Latin Club — Front Row: Jane Arons, Amy Meserve. Second Row: Buddy Buzzerd, Renee Leavitt, Jack Fetner, Steve Martin, Craig Leavitt. Back Row: Alan Beres, John Ratliff. 24 Clubs Ms. lleana Alim, organized many social events such as a fondue par- ty. They also dreamed about a trip to Paris. The club was combined with the French Honor Society, which was, according to Susan Armstrong, ‘‘for academic achievers dedicated to the study of the French language.” The Spanish Club, sponsored by Mr. Robert Snee, and the Latin Club, sponsored by Ms. Joan Tan- nenbaum, also planned field trips and special dinners. The Latin Club members even dressed up in togas and celebrated the Ides of March.

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Before ‘‘It’s Academic’’ practice starts, senior Rob Munoz and sophomore Andy Feltman relax. Receiving a $150 check, Rob Munoz shakes a local Grand Union employee's hand. FACING THE CHALLENGE Joining some clubs meant much more than socializing and organiz- ing activities; joining them meant accepting challenges. Members had to be alert. Forensics Club, sponsored by Ms. Carol Cofey and Mr. Milt Da- vis, met on Wednesdays. Students practiced public speaking in order to compete in local, district, re- gional, and State speaking compe- titions as well as in Northern Vir- ginia AAA monthly speaking events. Ms. Cofey described the team as “dedicated and delightful with great potential.” History Games, sponsored by Ms. Leslie Diehm, was the club to join for students with an interest in history and sports and a desire to recreate past events. Feeling the competitive spirit, students played war and sports games every week. It's Academic team members met every two weeks to practice for a January 7th academic compe- tition against other Washington Metropolitan area schools on WRC’s TV show called “It’s Aca- demic,’’ emceed by Mr. Mac McGarry. Team members had to recall knowledge in many subject areas. By placing third, they received a scholarship for $150, donated by a local Grand Union. Competitor Clara Green, junior, said, “Being on TV was fun. | like trivia.” Clubs 23

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AFS HEADS FOR HOUSTON The AFS (American Field Ser- vice) Club met once a month to initiate and foster student ex- change programs. A highlight of the year was a short term ex- change with Stratford High School in Houston, Texas. During the fall and winter AFS club members met with their sponsor, Mr. Robert Snee, to discuss travel arrange- ments for the February 21st-26th trip. In March Stratford students visited George Mason. Mr. Snee and ten juniors and seniors flew via People’s Express to Houston where they were greeted During a French Club meeting, Ms. Alim considers plans for a party with the club members. Waving the French flag, President Liesl! Leach conducts a meeting with Tracy Wil- liams’ assistance. AFS — Front Row: Brooke Ogletree, Mara Paukert, Clara Green, Renee Leavitt, John Steinbock, Meserve. Second Row: Holly Hoofnagle, Mary Jo Shannon, Debbie Keay, Karen Yamhure, Greg Huffman, Ka- ren Seal, Tuan Chau. Back Row: Chris Behr, Elinor Scully, Tania Carroll, Susie Jacomet, AmY Carrie Sherburne, Katie Jacomet, Wayne Hunt, Craig Leavitt. by their host families. They visited the school, a dude ranch, Galves- ton, the Astrodome for a rodeo, and a huge shopping center. Sen- ior Amy Meserve said, “I liked all of it!” According to Mr. Snee, the trip went beautifully. Clubs 25