Altavista High School - Nuntius Yearbook (Altavista, VA)

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Portrait Place “Again, please!” stated Director Edwin Temples as he in- structed band camp students to repeat the last sixteen steps. The sixty-five students spent eight hours a day for five days in the broiling August sun to practice marching and maneuvers. Mr. Temples, who had been sick the previous year, com- mented, “It feels great, physically and emotionally, to be back. Although their sound is ‘great’,” he continued, “the band needs to practice marching.” The opening music for half time and competition shows was “Sirocco,” followed by “Eli’s Comin’.” The last selections were “Trade Off,” played by the drumline, and “Man In The Mirror.” The results of competitions were good. I have to constantly work with the The flag line won first place, the drumline first and other field commander, Latisha Austin, second. The band won a superior rating at Tunstall to make sure we direct the same and High School and an excellent rating at VBODA, a 52Ve mirror images. state competition. The field commanders scored ninety-one points out of one hundred, which gave them a first place rating. For fund raisers to support travel and related expenses, Band Boosters sold hoagies and continued management of the trade lot. As a boost, band students along with their parents operated the trade lot concession stand. No major trips were planned, as the Boosters needed current revenues to finish paying for the Florida trip last spring. — Yvonne Lee Portrait Place orns up! Latisha Austin orders the band to prepare to play. As drum majors, she and Tobie Caldwell arranged extra practices for sections. ( cs Stephanie, go Fourth year band student Steph- anie Erb rocks»the stands with her trumpet solo. The crowd’s applause speaks for her expertise. Marching Band 9

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waiting a cue Tobie Caldwell, drum major, lends a helping hand to the drum line by playing accessories for their feature. ust beat it J Headed by captain Gary McCorkle, the drum line adds a touch of pizzazz by playing “Trade Off.” The majority of the line was experienced members. ER 6 Marching Band Porter Porter nward, Colonels The marching band gets plenty of practice playing the Colonel fight song. Each time the team scores, the band sounds off. With a winning sea- son, many touchdowns created lots of celebration. he beat moves on What’s a rally without rhythm! At the fall pep rally, the band sets the mood with its spirited selections. Martin

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= oodbye Atari Homework takes on a whole new meaning as education moves into the computer age. Mike Terry labors over an assignment for his research class. Magnet school students receive ex- posure to many mind-strengthening tools, one of which is this Zeneth System computer which students are occasionally allowed to bring home. nen cauemueeemeeeen ee each for the sky With winter on the way, James Tongue wants to be sure his basket- ball net is put away for safekeeping until spring. James spends much of his free time practicing shots and playing games with his family and friends. WSS stem dults know best Sometimes a little help from adults can clear the way to a better understanding of a subject. Bonita Martin taps into Mrs. Jeanette Davis’ experience as a driver to answer a dif- ficult driver's education question. crub-a-dub-dub Household chores are one way for Mary Dustin to help her grand- mother. Vacuuming floors is another way she helps out around the house. l Family Life ls