St Stephens High School - Corona Yearbook (Hickory, NC)

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A.F.S. EXCHANGE STUDENT Manuel Osvaldo Montesinos Parra came to the halls of St. Steph- ens High School, bringing with him much knowledge in a great many fields. A native of Chile, Manuel presents a Spanish atmosphere, much to the delight of many fellow students. He can be seen roaming the halls with his camera taking pictures “to scare my brother with,” or trying to tell Mr. Sim- mons about solving the problems of chemistry. An excellent student in his own country, Manuel has prov- en himself valuable not only in the classrooms of SSHS, but in the community as well. He enjoys play- ing chess with his fellow students, going fishing, and playing soccer. Active in extracurricular activities, Manuel is a member of the AFS Club, Quill and Scroll Society, and he took an active part in the annual homecoming festivities. An industrious student, Manuel can be seen making up trigonometry problems to work. Manuel took part in the homecoming festivities, serving as an escort for Lynne Bolick who represented the American Field Service. Here, he is at the homecoming practice. Manuel pauses at lunch to enjoy the company In order to have a little extra money, Manuel works for the Terrace Theater by putting up signs of the of Kim Warren and Donna Cline. movie currently showing. It takes a very brave person to attempt such heights! 18 EXCHANGE STUDENT

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As the foreman looks on, bricklayers busily pursue their tasks as they strive to finish the new building so that it can be completed in ample time for the eager students to occupy in the fall. SUMMER In the heat of the summer, not everyone was on vacation or at the beach. Mr. Barger began his job at St. Stephens by registering new students. Football players practiced daily under the scorching sun and were rewarded for their efforts by a cook-out given by the Booster Club. All during the summer, men worked busily on the new building addition, trying to finish in time for the opening of the school year. Some students took time out from work to go motorcycle riding in the mountains, though. A bulldozer is operated to level the ground in the landscaping of our new grounds. Partly finished brick walls present a view of unfinished work on the new addition. A A big smile comes from Coach Ridley as he pursues his most favorite pastime: eating. SUMMER 17

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Chris studies his next move during a game of chess. Manuel plays chess with such great accuracy, he is practically unbeatable. An excellent move by Chris surprises Manuel, much to the delight of Chris. It may be the start of a match that will defeat Manuel. “Come on up, it’s really great up here!” Manuel Manuel is living with the Dewey Hennessee family: Rob, Mrs. Hennessee, Manuel, Robin, Gerald, Mr. and Danny invite one to join them. Hennessee, and Chris, his brother. AT SSHS Manuel is a senior. EXCHANGE STUDENT 19