Woodbridge High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Woodbridge, VA)

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Private eyeel Junior Krista Hall and Gene Ballen- tyne stare at one another and make the best of what the atmosphere of the prom had to offer. The couples of the prom usually created their own at¬ mosphere depending on their mood. Next on the Agendal Juniors Terry Marsh and Chris Barkdull look over the program describing the menu of the foods available and the agenda of the prom. The programs were managed and prepared by the prom committee in charge of favors. Touching elbows! One of the five princesses, junior Lisa Lemay and her escort junior Grant Shiffert sway to the soft song performed by McCoy. Couples at the prom usually look forward to the slow songs; it gave them a chance to get closer. Gathered at the round tablet Seniors Scott Reilley and Stephanie Gehris enjoy each other’s company while sitting at the table. When the couples were not on the dance floor dancing, they were sitting down at the table socializing. Prom 15

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“A Time to Remember,” the theme of the junior-senior prom, reflected the mood of this auspicious affair. This an¬ nual tradition, awaited with great an¬ ticipation, climaxed into a night of delight. Stouffer’s of Crystal City, a traditional place to hold the prom, was filled with ex¬ citement and laughter. Tuxedos, fancy gowns, and good music filled the ballroom as the music was acousted by the group McCoy. For two consecutive years, McCoy was carefully selected by Mr. Thomas Gaul and Mr. Roger Dallek among many of the Washington area bands. Mr. Roger Dallek, Mrs. Marjorie Florence, and Mrs. Greta Raines, the prom sponsors, along with the junior class officers began preparations early. Futqre Queenl World Studies teacher, Mr. David Boim, dances with his daughter, Allison, during one of the slow songs. Allison got an early taste of what the prom is going to be like for her in the future. Merriment Galore To raise enough money for both the junior and senior class, the juniors worked very arduously raising funds. Aesthetic peuters were sold in the early months of school, and spirit buttons were sold in the middle of the school year. Five prom committees were formed to help organize and prepare for the prom in the areas of theme, band, photography, favors, and food. ‘‘It’s the seniors’ last year, and I wanted to give them something before they left.” commented Mark Rau, one of the members of the prom committee. As the trend went, the prom court was presented in the ballroom, but there was an addition to this tradition. For the first time a king of the prom was designated. Crowned by the junior class President, Jon Rochelle Raines, Mr. Roger Dallek Passing down tradition! Continuing tradition, graduate and former Prom Queen Jennifer Collie crowns senior Jyl Horne, the Prom Queen of 1983. It was traditional for a previous Prom Queen to pass down the honor to the next Prom Queen. “He’s a maniac!” Senior Mike Chapman and his date dance to the music as freely as they can with the amount of room he has. There was a limited amount of room on the dance floor, since so many juniors and seniors attended this festive dance. became the first. He was hailed this honorable position for his previous suc¬ cessful work and dedication concerning the prom preparation. Mr. Roger Dallek will not be returning to the school next year and students will miss his presence. Following tradition, Jyl Horne, the Queen of the prom, was crowned by the former Prom Queen, Jennifer Collie. Four princesses and the maid of honor were also recognized by the prom court. Prom with all of its grandeur and glamour is part of a tradition, commented Mary Dohse, ‘‘The prom went beyond by expectations, I will never forget that night.” As demonstrated in this tradi¬ tional dance, the prom presented itself to be flexible, and a part of the seniors’ precious memories. 14 Student Life

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Who Ya Gonna Yell For? ’84! ’84! ’84! S-E-N-l-O-R-S — Seniors, Seniors are the best!! Those two chants were heard on special Friday afternoons. Sixth period gave students a chance to show their spirit and to support their team, whether it was football, basketball, track, tennis, golf, or volleyball. The introduction of each team was one of the many highlights shown at pep rallies. Cheerleaders, being prime supporters, played a very important part at pep rallies. They organized and led the en¬ thusiastic crowd in cheers. Junior varsity co-captain Gina Natale states, “Pep rallies were important because they helped to boost morale which led to vi ctories.” Skits that the cheerleaders per- formedincreased the victorious at¬ mosphere in the gym. Getting team Hey you guys ... Varsity cheerleaders Merry Moos and Sue Brooks clap to the beat of the drums. Building small partner stunts were fun for the cheerleaders. Morning pep rallies excited the en¬ thusiastic students and built support for the upcom¬ ing game. Seniors yell it! Fight! Fight!!! Seniors Carol White and Mary Troknya shout their excited spirit at our first pep rally outdoors. The stadium held many cheering fans in support of our victorious teams. Creating spirit was the job of the cheerleaders who led the students at every pep rally. members to participate caused more ex¬ cited spirit which made pep rallies a suc¬ cess. Varsity football player Andy Mueck replied, “When the cheerleaders made me eat licorice and I ended up kissing Tim Johnson, I could have died! But I knew it was all in fun so I didn’t mind!’’ Pep rallies gave the classes a chance to show their spirit. Individual class yells often gave teachers a pie in the face. All added to the enjoyment of the pep rally. Coach Shifflett, a pie target, remarked, “good thing seniors won or else Jon Rochelle would’ve gotten it.’’ One new pep rally tradition set was holding it outside in the stadium. All three squads of cheerleaders performed one cheer. The band played at every pep ral¬ ly, and the theme song, ‘Horse,’ brought many fans to their feet yelling. The band and flags were also an essential part of pep rallies. The drummers’ beats to the cheerleaders’ chants helped to create more spirit. By performing on Friday mornings in the lobby, the band helped to heighten the spirit of winn¬ ing. Their superb playing entertained crowds of people as they awaited go¬ ing to their morning classes. This en¬ couraged them to go and to support the victorious teams. Drummer Ricky Musselman states, “By performing at pep rallies, it gave us a chance to show off our new techniques and got people psyched up for the games.’’ Pep rallies this year were longer and more spirited. The classes each have something of which to be proud by be¬ ing a part of the success of the pep rallies. 16 Student Life