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

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Now that the senior lounge was open only to seniors during the lunch periods, Jon Gannon enjoys his lunch in peace. — Eee, Never giving up on our team, spectators wait anxiously for a = — : = TS, — 4 touchdown at the Homecoming Game. - ne i : -@ ‘ i a Se | Designing the MUSTANG endzone was the job of Mrs. Stewardson on ee , eet en ana and her engineering class for the Homecoming Game. . ae : ¥ 2 : ins. —— Wal We

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All set for his new position as assistant principal and disciplinarian of the high school, Mr. Alexiou oversees students before the opening assembly. ? . j PY, Although there had been few differences from last year, there had been one major change in the administration. Dr. Jaan Tannenbaum became the Middle School Principal and Mr. Greg Alexiou took her place as assistant principal and dis- ciplinarian of the high school. Dr. Nancy Sprague, formerly the Middle School Principal, was now assistant-superintendent. Although this didn’t affect students greatly, one change for the better was that students were now able to pass freely in the halls during their open study periods. But in spite of everything, students remained ... Forever Red! Representing the junior class, Andrea Rausch holds her own as she digs into the lemon meringue pie at the Home- coming Pie-Eating Contest.

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et TOGEFPHER c= Mason High School offered much more than an academic education. Learning oc- curred outside the classroom as well, whether through pur- suing extracurricular activities, playing sports, or just chatting with friends. Such ac- tivities added life, en- ergy and a unique iden- tity to the school. The atmosphere prevalent at Mason was one of close, caring friendships and pride. Strong relationships de- veloped between peo- ple doing things togeth- er. Homecoming week, intramurals, and the JV show were a few of the events that created an exciting atmosphere. But these weren't the only things that went student life Participating in the Homecoming pep rally put, junior, Andrea Rausch in a “‘sticky” situation as she cleaned up after the pie eating con- test. on in student life. Just getting to school on time in the morning was a major task that the students had to con- quer day-in and day- CUE s x It all begins when the alarm rings. Time to hit the show- er, and if that doesn’t wake you up, nothing will. “Great, this shirt’s on backwards!” Struggling to get it turned around you remember an exam or some homework that you forgot to finish the night before. Quick — comb your hair, brush your teeth, cram down your breakfast and out the door you go. You’re on your way, but wait there goes the school bus. Guess you’|l be walking to school this morning. It’s only 10° below zero and your book bag feels like a ton of bricks. You finally made it, a journey you thought you’d never survive, and remember — it’s only the beginning!