Arlington High School - Colt Corral Yearbook (Arlington, TX)

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After receiving her crown and roses. Homecoming queen Stephanie Patterson ac cepts the arm of king Nathan Moore as he proudly walks off the field. Brandeo Bush congratulates Ann Edens, junior princess, while Council Member Michelle Cde Baca straightens the nominee ribbons for the ceremony. Enjoying the fun-filled night of Homecoming, Barbie Smith happily displays her green balloon. Gosh, if my hair falls 1 11 die . . . Who will we sit with, her friends or mine? . . . Sure hope 1 don’t trip on the stairs in these heels ... Do I wait for him to open the car door, or do I just get out? . . . Questions . . . Anticipation . . . Homecoming Night! Homecoming game, the biggy. (ex- cluding Lamar), the time when everyone dressed up in their Sunday best to go to the game. Sights of dou- ble mums, triple mums, feather mums, and even mums with flashing lights were viewed on this magical night. As the band played softly. ROTC members set up a rose-covered arch- way. The ROTC rifle corps saluted JotinOta» Hopes rise higher than ever while plans are made before omecoming each couple as they entered the field. Drill team members formed the tradi- tional AHS. Excitement mounted as the sophomore princess Melissa Hubbard and junior princess Ann Edens were presented with their escorts. Last year’s king and queen. John Deller and Laura White, were on hand for the crowning. Nervous nominees were waiting impatiently for the unveiling. Suddenly, cheers rose from the crowd as Stephanie Patterson and Nathan Moore were named king and queen. The queen nominees. Susan Embrey. Shauna Jaworski. Sarah Jones. Molly Meyer, and Stacy Skin- ner encircled Stephanie and con- gratulated her on the election. Handshakes and pats on the back were received by Nathan from the other nominees Chris Lott. George Miller. Ron Needham. Jeff Shannon, and Bart Talkington. Finally, after being presented with the crown, roses, and mug. Stephanie and Nathan embraced in the tradi- tional Homecoming kiss. After the game, most couples went out to eat at such favorite places as Cork-n-Cleaver, Victoria Station, and Bobby McGees, the perfect finish for such a magical night. 22 ACTIVITIES

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Brjd Katun Exes join present classes in Homecoming’s spirit of nthusiasm Oh my gosh. I forgot what time Mike is picking me up ... I sure hope my mum doesn’t pull my dress off . . . Do you think Jane forgot to pick up my boutonniere . . .? Excitement! En- thusiasm! Nervousness! Homecoming '84! The most traditional time of the school year. Homecoming 1984, started off with the annual 'Welcome Back Exes breakfast. Held in the cafeteria, this event was sponsored by the many clubs of AHS. The breakfast provided a time for students to visit with graduates before school and other activities started. Students anticipated the night to come. It was clear to see that it was going to be a night to remember. Special visitors were on hand for the pep rally. Having their reunion were the Classes of ’49 and '59. A special reception was held in the student lounge before the pep rally for them. At the pep rally, cheerleaders boosted morale by doing countless cheers and Coach O’Brien yelled “On three, one big COLTS!!’’ numerous times. Making this a special event were Congressman Tom Vandergriff and Mayor Harold Patterson, both AHS graduates. Congressman Vandergriff told of his special donation of the first Little Arlie. Mayor Patterson spoke of life as it was when he graduated. He also congratulated the student body on keeping the traditions going. Another celebrity attending the ral- ly was our beloved mascot. Little Arlie. He entered feistily rearing on his hind legs, relating the message, kick ’em! At last the moment had arrived to announce the Homecoming court. Receiving princess nominations were Melissa Hubbard. Tammy Layton. Amy Peebles. Heather Shelton. Shauna Tynes, Amber Olsen, and Ashley Arnold. Junior class nominees were Gayla Godfrey. Brandee Bush. Ann Edens. Lori Spivy, Pat Mebus. and Kristin Petty. The final tabulations revealed Ann Edens as junior princess and Melissa Hubbard as sophomore princess. As excitement mounted, king and queen nominees strolled onto the gym floor, Susan Embry. Stephanie Patter- son. Stacey Skinner. Shauna Jaworski. Molly Meyer, and Sarah Jones were queen hopefuls. Bart Talkington, Jeff Shannon. Chris Lott. George Miller. Ron Needham, and Nathan Moore were nominees for king. Excitement filled the air. and great expectations rose for the evening’s events What was in store? Only time would tell. ACTIVITIES 21

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J n lAtn King and queen nominees. Chris Lolt and Susan Embrey quickly stroll under the archway. Sitting by friend . Brandee Perrett. Tracy Fabus. Tina Holm. Amy Perkins, and Jill ;• Reagan show off their mums as they watch the a Homecoming game. ACTIVITIES 23