Mercer Middle School - Raider Yearbook (Garden City, GA)

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LET THE MUSIC PLAY SIXTH GRADE BAND SEVENTH GRADE BAND The Mercer Raider band is directed by Mr. Russell Sena. The band is composed of musically inclined 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. The band participates in many programs throughout the school year. Mr. Sena and his students are determined workers who strive to make beautiful music. We are fortunate to have Mr. Sena as our band leader. 76

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FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA . i h 1 1 litltoU $d|6dL 1 The purpose of the FHA is to provide opportunities for self-develop- ment and community living. The club encourages group involvement in helping achieve worldwide brotherhood, and it seeks to promote a greater understanding between youth and adults. Students at Mercer Middle School participate in several community projects. They also attended the District FHA Meeting. The organization sponsors the annual Valentine ' s Day dance. The 1986-87 officers follow: Michelle Stafford, president; Vanessa Hooks, secretary; and Antionette Purnell, treasurer. Ms. Karen Martin advises the group. AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL ARTS STUDENT ASSOCIATION The Industrial Arts Club promotes industrial arts in school, communi- ty, state, and nation. It aims to increase knowledge and broaden under- standing in the industrial technological society. In addition, the organiza- tion provides leadership training. The club participates in a leadership training workshop and the State Industrial Arts Conference. Leaders of the group follow: Ashley Jeffcoat, president; Brian Wardlaw, vice president; and Alex Nease, secretary-treasurer. Mr. Neville Floyd coordinates this activity. 75

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EIGHTH GRADE BAND AND GLADLY DO THEY SING! [ The Mercer Middle School Chorus is under the direction of Mrs. Kathy Maher. These talented artists have earned many accolades for their performances on campus and in the community! The highlight of this school year was a presentation of Hooray for Hollywood! Don ' t be surprised to find some of our artists really appearing on Broadway in the future. 77