Northern Garrett High School - North Star Yearbook (Accident, MD)

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The spirit-seekers ' of Northern have always had their work cut out for them. They are the few who yell and scream at the crowds of spectators, trying, sometimes in vain, to get a response. Cheerleading styles and methods have changed drastically over twenty-five years. In 1954, cheerleading try-outs were held before the entire student body, and then the students returned to homerooms and evaluated each girl on ability, personality, character, and neatness. Now prospective cheerleaders perform for a panel of judges. Skirts have shortened and movements have become uniform and distinct rather than loose. The Drill Team, organized in 1972 by Mrs. Pat Miller, has con- tinued to progress under the new leadership of Miss Bonnie Crowe and Miss Sue Dorcy in 1977. sor Before a performance, member of the drill team con- Long hours of practice and instruction pay off as the gregate for last minute comparisons of uniforms and drill team moves in unison. leg makeup. Follow the leader! All eyes are on Sue Bishoff, cap- Majorettes: B. Wakefield, J. Nieb, L. Finzel, C. tain of the group. Schroyer, C. Renner. 25

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“You've Come A Long Way, Baby!” A trophy presented for the best cheerleading squad at the Christmas Basketball Tournament is obtained by the Varsity cheerleaders: B. Stanton, S. Carey, A. Hershberger, T. Hinebaugh, K. Benedict--CO CAPT., and T. Robinson--CAPT, JR. HIGH: T. Sisler--CO CAPT., T. Edgar, M. Gi- bellino, J. Thomas--CAPT., C. DeWitt, B. DeWitt, My, haven't times changed? (1953 Varsity Squad) L. Greco, K. Stieringer. T. Robinson--CAPT., K. Bene- dict--CO CAPT., T. Hinebaugh JR. VARSITY: S. Griffith, C. and A. Hershberger help the Var- Ross, J. Bashore--CO CAPT., A. sity squad cheer the Huskies to Stanton--CAPT., S. Metheny. victory at Salisbury. 24 Uniform styles have changed along with cheering styles. The 1964 Varsity Squad displays knee-length skirts that were very fashionable at the time.

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Social Activities Enrich School Life “ag { CEMERGENUI-EAD oa 2 ae al NS ™ Hall traffic is the obstacle for everyone who steps outside a classroom door. Colette DeWitt stops for a chat before attempting to make her way to class. Riding the school bus isn't always dull. Here, Dwight Kipp has a friendly chat with Barbara McKenzie. Music students are once again entertained by the Annapolis Brass Quintet. A realistic performance is seen by the student body as pantomimist Howard Warren performs for the student body. 26