Anderson High School - Afterthought Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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fs . i 1' , xc 5: ' A ' 'T ' wx 4 y lnstructing defensive lineman Gary Moody, Coach Wade Johnston reviews the past plays. With a grin on his face, Marco the Magnificent, Evan Moyer, looks smug. Drama director Bunny Dees sucks on a chocolate lollipop. ,-- A.- .11 W , L, . 1 'PF K 1 I . WR 1 -we in if Facing the football team at the weekly pep rally, the cheerleaders successfully demonstrate a complex pyramid. Five of the eight cheerleaders will graduate this year. OPENING f 'I

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6 I OPENING Activities questionedg justilied H undreds of students participated in extra-curricular activities through band, drill team, athletics and clubs. Yet across the state, administrators, teachers and parents complained that extra- curricular activities often had too much priority over academics. I Principal Ron Beauford said he thought Anderson didn't overemphasize extra- curricular activities. Beauford understood the importance of them and felt they should be emphasized, but only up to a point. All of these activities were part of a high school education. Many things like 'esprit de corps' and relating with one another were not learned in the classroom, Beauford said. Approximately 90 different extra- curricular activities were offered at Ander- son, which directly related to a subject or career a student may have been interested in. They gave enjoyment, skills, and an , E is ' 1 ' ' T 1 . 'i,,t s . - t Caught between two huge Texas foot- ball players, track coach Wade Johnston debates his predicament thoroughly in his mind. Watching the play from the sidelines, quarterback John Fuquay clearly displays his frustrations. Although frustrated at the moment, Fuquay and teammates were pleased with the 21-7 victory over the Mc- Callum Knights. A fn tx , MiJ.,m -. It lf' ' hi 7 1 k , ivy ' A MB . opportunity for the student to learn, Beauford said. We all have to have some relief measures, and extra-curricular ac- tivities seemed to be the way. In the long run, extra-curricular ac- tivities were vital to a high school stu- dent's education and his overall need to feel a part of his school and community. A well-rounded education, which included more than simply academics, was ab- solutely essential to the development of a well-rounded adult. r, tf ,fi E At the outdoor Homecoming pep rally, senior Belle Becky Ransom participates with fellow Belles and cheerleaders in sup- porting the football team.

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Students find ways to have tun There was more to high school than homework, tests, or books, and no one knew this better than the high school student. Although grades were important, most students believed there came a time to put away books and relax, do something you enjoy. For many Anderson students, this simply meant being with friends. And that was how students spent their time away from class, whether it be atten- ding a football game, participating in Homecoming Parade festivities, or splitting a pizza at Mr. Gatti's. There were plenty of opportunities to socialize and more than enough people willing - it was an activity most teenagers excelled in. During the first and last months of school, when the sunny days made it hard to remain in a classroom, a favorite pastime of students was to head for the lake. By the carloads, students flocked to City Park, especially on the weekends, for a day of fun and sun. lt provided a chance to forget troubles and, at the same time, obtain that super tan. Another favorite student pastime was to hit the local movie theaters. A walk past Northcross Six Saxaphonist Steve lhnen marches on- ward through the Homecoming crowd. One of the twenty-three floats in the parade, the Math Club seems to be enjoy- ing their ride. s 1 OPENING l 1 Theatres on a Friday or Saturday nig would reveal numerous Anderson studer waiting in line to buy their movie tickets. The activity students loved be however, was a good party, and teenage seemed to have the ability to always fi- plenty of them. No matter if it was at a sz dent's home or a neighborhood club hour a party ensured students of a good time. Whatever way students found socialize, though, they all agreed on o point. It was not where you were or wh you were doing, just as long as you we with your friends. Singer Laura Hise played the main rc in the drama production Carnival, as C junior Katherine Burke. .51 VF Breaking with the ball, senior Terre: Brown drives for the basket. .5 1 'l'l.UJAlti --f' 4 ...Eg ' X V an 5 lip, ' 'QE 1 . Q