Adair County High School - Chieftain Yearbook (Columbia, KY)

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“Circus” makes prom colorful affair ACHS has many traditions, and prom night has a couple of traditions all its own. It is always held on Friday, and it always rains. This year’s prom was no ex- ception. Although the couples were a little wet when they arrived, the rain didn’t dampen their spirits Many couples arrived early to have their pictures taken so they could start dancing as soon as the band was ready to play. The music was provided by “Circus,” a band from Louisville. They have appeared many times at the Kentucky State Fair and are a well-known band. One junior said, “The evening itself was great, but it was even more fun decorating.’’ The gym was transformed into a “big top” tent of red and white. Animal cages were filled with balloons instead of wild beasts. Tables were deco- rated with popcorn and candles. Most of the decorations were items that the students and teachers had made. They started working on them weeks be- fore the prom took place. The junior class sold prom T-shirts to make money to pay for those decorations they had to buy. The evening was highlighted by the dropping of balloons that had been secured in the “tent.” Most students seemed happy about the outcome of the evening. “The hard work of the juniors and the junior sponsors made “Tonight I’m Yours’’ a great success,” said Ruth Strohmeier. “It was a prom I’ll always remember,” comment- ed Shannon Goodin. Like many other students. Senior Lanny Holt and Sophomore Leslie Young wear the latest fashions in tuxedos and formals to the prom prom 13

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Like most juniors, Ruth Strohmeier had time to work and play while decorating for the prom. 12 prom

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Some spend free time as volunteers While many students held down part- time jobs or participated in school sports, people such as Junior Brian Garrett, Senior Teresa Cowan, and Senior Alesia Burton spent their spare time do- ing volunteer work. Brian, Senior Robbie Morrison, and Sophomore David Richards were rescue squad members. During the October flood the three helped many people by moving furniture to save it from water damage and by getting stalled cars out of the high waters. Why did they decide to join? Bri- an Garrett said, “Because I feel I’m serving my community.” The Teens Who Care, a public service group formed by Miss Audrey Tayse, Mrs. Lynda Wilkerson, and Mrs. Pearl Vaughn, also help others. The group spent much time at the nursing homes helping the disabled and elderly by doing things for them or just being there as friends or someone to talk with. Senior Teresa Cowan, president of the organi- zation summed up the group’s feelings by saying, “You know you are doing good things by helping people.” While those groups helped many peo- ple outside of school, some helped others inside our school by working in the office. Doing things such as answering the phone, running the copying machine, and delivering messages during their study hall saved our secretaries’ time. The group this year for the very first time, elected officers for the group. They were as follows: Senior Theresa Hadley, Presi- dent; Senior Sandra Corbin, Vice Presi- dent; Senior Vickie Reliford, Secretary; Senior Alesia Burton, Treasurer. Finding the schedule of other students is one of Sophomore Latecia Holt’s office jobs. 14 volunteers