Altavista High School - Nuntius Yearbook (Altavista, VA)

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Among responsibilities given part time employees is checking in stock. Richard Williams, a senior, studies an order copy at Revco. 16 Jobs aining experience ‘Hey, do ya want to go with me to the game Friday night?” “T wish I could, but I have to work.” “You've always got to work. Don’t ya know you'll have the rest of your life to work?” While this is very true, many students still felt compelled to work while going to school. Owning cars, wearing the latest fashions, or just having a little spending money were some of the reasons for working. When asked what was the one advantage of working while still in school, Lori Tyler replied, “Working at Leggett, I’m able to gain valuable experience which can be used in future years.” Lori added, ‘Meeting new people and getting a different perspective of life outside of The Town and Country Shopping Cen- ter provided part time jobs for students. Kim Baggerly, a senior, works week- nights and weekends at Leggett. school and home is one thing I enjoy about working.” The only disadvantage Lori said she had was “‘trying to find time to do homework.” Since the school discontinued the work-study program, many students found it difficult to work and study. Some, like Betsy Switzer, worked at McDonald’s until ll p.m. on school nights. Others, like Brian Kidd and Annalee Hoover, got off when the shopping center closed at 9 p.m. The two hours helped, but time management was a crucial factor involved when working. — Amanda Walker Stock it up! Keith Oakes, a freshman, unpacks boxes of cereal at Vista Food. Keith works afternoons and weekends during the school year.

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[gpa TOR 6 lag ape aapialnr NE iter Ca» R . “Burnin’ Up!” The Marching Colonels are really hot as they perform their half- time show. The band works hard to show its true colors during halftime. It performed during home games and several competitions thoughout the sea- son. Playing for the library ribbon-cutting ceremony is one of the many public services performed by the band. It also marched in the Christmas parade. With a look of confidence, Kim Anthony directs at an afternoon prac- tice. 5,6,7,8. Flag line practiced after school to perfect routines. Band 15

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With the expansion of the local Y.M.C.A. the need for lifeguards also increased. Tracy Emerson, a freshman, trained three hours a week to obtain his position as a lifeguard. Although seventh and eighth graders various jobs elsewhere. David Farley, a Other jobs included raking leaves, are not allowed to work in stores seventh grader, spends his spare time delivering papers, and taking out the without work permits, some found cutting lawns for elderly neighbors. trash. Jobs 17