Baton Rouge High School - Fricassee Yearbook (Baton Rouge, LA)

Text from Pages 1 - 248 of the 1979 volume:

iell. and Begona Activities inspire success at BRHS It is usually with mixed emotions that students approach the school year. After a lazy summer, school is the last thing on a student’s mind, for school generally represents a place of no freedom, and of drudgery, and boredom. Not so at Baton Rouge High. Baton Rouge High's students prevent any boredom or apathy from developing. With a variety of people, interests, and talents. Baton Rouge High is a mecca of excitement and activity. Our student body has interests that range from archery to movies, oceanography to religion. Hobbies include tennis, woodworking, music. writing, painting, and dramatics. While it may sound quite motley, these talents combine to form a unique microcosm capable of excellence in all fields. Everyone at Baton Rouge High seeks the same goal: excellence. No matter what field we pursue, we seek the best, not of our field, but of ourselves. At no other high school in the parish will you find such interest in areas as chess, fencing, archery, sculpture, dance or dramatic arts. Assemblies of these activities spark such interest in our school that those departments are now flourishing. Drama productions under the direction of Hal Phillips. Jr. always have large and enthusiastic audiences accompanying them. The Baton Rouge High Music Theatre Workshop, under Ms. Ceclie Richinse's direction, has evoked so much student and community interest that not one Music Theatre production has not been sold out. 2 Opening t The television department has been most cooperative with all other departments of our school. They taped last year’s Humanities Program. The Fantas-ticks”. The Roar of the Greasepaint — The Smell of the Crowd”, and various segments that have been shown to the entire school. Another important cultural society is the school orchestra. Under the direction of Mr. John Gerbrecht. the orchestra provides excellent concerts throughout the year. The Jazz Band, which is under the aegis of the orchestra, performs along with the orchestra and also entertains on all three lunch shifts each week. While performing arts are extremely important to our school, the visual arts, also provide needed variety. Art displays are seen regularly thorughout the year. Above In profile is senior Lori Pierce, right: Seniors Marty Lalleur. Tar3 V ilson. and Julie Howell prepare to launch campaigns. 4 Opening BRHS students take top honors BRHS students freak out” at the disco dance While the creative arts are an integral factor of our school, the academics are the main-stay of our students. Those who chose science and mathematics as their major are accepting the challenge of observing and studying nuclear reactors, developments in science and aeronautics, and the effects science and technology have on man. Those who chose English as their major area of concentration delve into literature and its origins from PILGRIM’S PROGRESS to Beowulf”, and authors from Milton, to Poe. Steinbeck to Susann. They discuss the origins of the English language and of theatre, and the structure of our language. Our students strive to excell in these areas and their efforts show each year when awards begin accumulating. At the 1978 Literary Rally, we placed first in Drama. Oral Interpretation. Extemperaneous Speaking, and English 1. 2, 3. and 4. Other awards won were for Spanish. French. German. Algebra I and II. Calculus and Chemistry; Scholarships to Harvard. Cal Tech. Stanford. M.I.T., University of Chicago, Brigham Young. Millsaps. Xavier University. L.S.U.. and the Houston Ballet Academy were won by our students. Other schools which accepted our students are Yale. Princeton. Carnegie-Mellon. Columbia. Williams. Amherst. and Georgia Tech. ■■■■I Calling a G.C.U.S. meeting to order i$ Greg Carlson. Supervising decorating of the Senior wall is Tm happy , says Teddy Gandy Tara Wilson. Opening 5 We have all had the desire to achieve instilled in us from early childhood, and BRHS allows us the opportunity to revel in intelligence, creativity, and success. We can work with a student who excels in Chemistry, while another is a Dickens scholar, another a movie trivia nut. another an excellent poet. We have students who are National Merit Scholars (eight alone last year), and our average ACT score was a twenty-four composite. Some of the most selective schools in the country ask for a tepid 20. Obviously the students at BRHS are a cut above. While all of us aren’t scholars, there is an affinity between all of us, scholars and artists, that allows BRHS to flourish. Only at Baton Rouge High can the actor fit in with a group of aspiring engineers, for there are no cliques, as such. All of us striving for the same goal, excellence, are as one — a unit working together, infallable. alive and altogether unforgettable. This is BRHS. What are the typical Magnet schooler’s haunts? Although we do stress academic and artistic excellence, we aren't introverted scholars. A student can almost Above: I want my Mommy”. (Chris Hanna-man) Right: P.E. teacher. Mrs. Perkins directs John Mitchell to the locker rooms. Local night spots frequented by BRHS students Enjoying fall weather in Indiana are Alison Kinney and Sonctarc Bizette. 6 Opening always be found at Mr. Gatti's. where the G.C.U.S. is an institution. Chelsea Street Pub is another great hangout and Del Lago's is perfect for that special night. Jacques is ideal for a late-night bananas foster, and Baskin Robbins is number one for snack times, and for the conventional, there’s always McDonalds, Wendy's, Burger King, Danver’s. and the new fad. Mop's Louisiana Meat Pie Co. Disco is the big pastime — the Inferno garnering most of our support. Phaeroh's is big, too. with its funky Western atmosphere. Two Forty-Four has its devotees. and. occasionally, one of us can crash 2001! While most prefer participating in disco, many are still catching Saturday Night Fever at various theatres. Silky silver pants are the rage, with fire-engine red shirts and velvet hats settng the scene. Flashing lights, revolving mirrors, the sound of the BeeGees or the emotions, and everyone has disco fever. Disco is a cult, a fad. an ecstatic experience that has captured almost everyone. The other big cult is The Rocky Horror Picture Show , a vulgar cliche-ridden spoof of horror movies that has audiences falling out of their seats in shock. upper left: En guards , says Noel Ni-colle. bottom left: Friendliness is everywhere at BRHS. upper right: Where are they?” asks Jay Young. bottom right: Election opponents Jay Young and Dale Viola converse. Opening 7 With lyrics that barely got by the censors, the show has been seen at least twice by most of us with others having seen it up to twenty times. Catching up with “Rocky Horror is Animal House , a hilarious send up of college frat life, circa 1962. Stealing the show are John Belushi, as Bluto, the slob of Delta, (the disgraceful frat), and Thomas Hulce as Pintlo, a naive young pledge. Made by the National Lampoon House people, the movie draws crowds every week and has sparked such interest that the toga party in the movie is now imitated at all of our school functions. At the Senior Masquerade Party, over fifteen togas were worn, and at last count, seven toga parties were slated. Although athletics are primarily extra-curricular affairs. interest in the L.S.U. Tigers. S.U. Jaguars and teams as far flung as the Los Angelos Rams. Chicago Bears, and the Dallas Cowboys is fervent. Nancy Lopez is golf's grand dame, and Chris Evert-Lloyd is still a big tennis idol and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are the favorite sports pin-up. Big on the television scene are Robin Williams. (Mork of ABC's Mork and Mindy ), Cheryl Ladd. Leif Garret, Alan Alda. Shaun Cassidy, (with freshman only) and Suzanne Somers. Top shows are Soap”, Mork and 1 Mindy , Three's Company , M A S H”, and 60 Minutes . I I Top artists in the music industry are Fleetwood Mac, Foreigner, Billy Joel, the Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Barbra Streisand. the Commodores, Rod Stewart, A Taste of Honey. Willie Nelson, and the pneumatic Dolly Parton. Movies, television, and music are naturally the major pastimes, but reading is another big pastime. Top books of the year were TRUE CONFESSIONS. ATTACHMENTS, an eerie tale of Siamese Twins in love with the same man by Judith Rossner, LOOKING OUT FOR 1, CARRIE, and DOONESBURY'S GREATEST HITS, by the Pulitzer Prize winner who satirizes the world. Old standbys were THE CATCHER IN THE RYE. BRAVE NEW WORLD, and GONE WITH THE WIND. Top magazines were Time, Newsweek, People, and the resurrected Life. Newspapers that most desired to read were the NEW YORK TIMES, the CHICAGO TRIBUNE, and the VILLAGE VOICE. Favorite columnists were Erma Bombeck, Jack Anderson, and a Baton Rouge native. Rex Reed. At BRHS outside activities are the most popular but such school-sponsored activities as “Little Mary Sunshine”, the Prom, and various contests spark wide interest. bottom far left: We propose a toast to BRHS 3nd all maggots. bottom left: Smiling as he responds to a question is Mickey Wilt?. upper far left: Worn out after the Indiana trip are Rose Hanks and John Hanor. Left to right this page: Grinning impishly is Christine Young. A local DJ. hosts the Disco Dance. One primitive student offers greetings to the cameraman. Introducing the next number on Orientation Day is Sr. Jimmy Grissom. Opening 9 Because our peers are so unique, we also are acquainted with such odd pastimes as the lizard dance, made up by a group of students who make up the Medieval Society, a group which divides the school into kingdoms and casts spells on students who might disturb them in their various quests. The Tree Club, a society for the betterment of saplings, the Infamous Gowdy-Carlson Uncouth Society, (founded by Greg Carlson and Neil Gowdy. the two students at BRHS who epitomize everything that is uncouth) are two clubs which deserve recognition for their outstanding ability to be unique and command attention. And let's not forget the Zoo. the unofficial name for Miss Ri-chinse’s first-hour class who enjoys spreading their Zoo “dust” around for no particular reason. These things and more contribute to the unique atmosphere which is found at Baton Rouge High School day in and day out. His Imperial Majesty (Paul Vanderburg) is another despot in demand. He is a prime example of that age when the pen is mightier than the sword”, but he wields great power with his notorious Red pen. Unique societies thrive on campus Baton Rouge High was invented with the intention of supplying conscientious students with a college-prepatory program. It supplies more — much more! Baton Rouge High achieves so much in so many areas because of the constant and undying devotion of its students. In no department or organization will you find apathy. At Baton Rouge High there is no time for it. We are all determined to achieve success and experience. One of the most important aspects of Baton Rouge High students is their dependability and loyalty, not only to the school but to one another. Never have so many talented and varied stu- dents combined in a more unique and harmonious atmosphere. A true proof of our success is the rapid rise in enrollment. When Baton Rouge High was formulated in 1976. only 800 accepted applicants attended. By the fall of 1977. over 1200 had been accepted and a healthy waiting list began growing. This year we have grown even more, and the applications that continually arrive present intelligent, creative and devoted students who want something that cannot be defined at BRHS — a feeling of mutal trust and understanding between students and faculty. From left to right: Rabbit Molanie Magee and clown Julie Howell cavort on Masquerade Day. Eat lunch? Are you crazy? (Marla Wilcox, Dale Viola. Ana Maristany) The Jazz Ensemble performs one of its popular concerts. Supervising BRHS' fashion show is Laura Turk. WBRH station manager. Laree lajcuno. supervises all aspects of communications. Opening 11 The Oriental visits BRHS. BRHS — An Education Baton Rouge High is a mission, a group of dedicated students striving to achieve a goal and helping those who are working beside them. Those students who took the chance and attended Baton Rouge High were making one large step toward the advancement of their education. We left what we thought were necessary things at our schools and considered our decision to attend Baton Rouge High a sacrifice. But to those who, because of unique talents, or because they were nonconformists who refused to conform, Baton Rouge High was a godsend. The most grateful group of students at Baton Rouge High are those who can finally be themselves. The elimination of cliques at Baton Rouge High allows total freedom to all. Building a booth for the Fall Fair ore Fafa Shadra- Animalistic features appeared on Mas-van and Jeff Hlrschoy. querade Day Those in the creative arts are ecstatic about the freedom they possess. Only at Baton Rouge High could OEDIPUS THE KING be presented and a large and enthusiastic audience be attracted. Our interests combine beautifully and our consideration for one another is limitless and makes the mission more enjoyable. One student noted that ‘‘At other schools I was a cripple, never being able to fully express myself or fulfill my needs socially or intellectually. But at Baton Rouge High I’m not a cripple; I am a proud and beautiful dancer, testing all there is to offer.” No sacrifice was made by our students. Those who left Baton Rouge High simply couldn’t take it. The intensity of both our academic and artistic standards are unbelievable and those who lack ambition, talent, intelligence and determination cannot continue to endure the collegiate schedule we adhere to. and the goals we set for ourselves. Baton Rouge High students are tremendously strict Supervising Jr. decorations is Tracy Spiers. on themselves as for achieving. We study hard, work hard, and when we’ve fully completed our task, we enjoy ourselves totally. Nothing is more enjoyable to us than getting together with a group of “Maggots” at our favorite places and forgetting about any problems school might pre- 12 Opening The Jazz Ensemble backs up soloist Bill George After a tiring day. Marty Lafleur relaxes. BRHS is number one Participating during Sr. Toga Day are Moiissa Baugh and Patricia Gonzalez scores, or quiz bowl tryouts, or play rehearsals or any other activities that prelude enjoyment. When we first came to Baton Rouge High, we cringed at being called •‘Maggot or other dubious names other schools conjured. ite places and forgetting about any problems school might present. We do not just concern ourselves with SAT composite Opening 13 Magnet program provides inspiration Now we have risen above our now amusing nickname. and enjoy ourselves as much as others do at poking fun at ourselves. Baton Rouge High is the only school in the parish that allows everyone to be themselves. The old adage. There are no strangers here, only friends we haven't met, is truly appropriate of Baton Rouge High. Everyday finds us discovering a new friend or a new fact about our school. Most of our students were not successful in junior high schools. There simply wasn't enough to occupy them. Baton Rouge High must be one of the most dynamically busy places in the state. • Opening Our administrators go out of their way to see that we are versatile and studious. In 1976. Mr. Faucette appeared on a news program stating the values of a Magnet school. He hoped a school that would be a place for creative and intelligent students would be formed — a place where the scholar and the artist worked together, where devotion and trust were vital and where school spirit was based on excellence and drive and where versatility takes precedence over excellence in one field (football). His hopes have been fulfilled So have ours. ■ Displaying his charm is Sophomore Scott Berlin. Resembling a porcelain doll is Freshman Almee Penny. Thrills, excitement, tension, adventure, antic The 1979 Belles and Beaux winners are Seniors — Patricia Gonzalez, Kevin Newman, Shelia Schilling, Chevis Boone. Juniors — Tarra Jacob. Freddie Sandors, Deasie Beverly, Fafa Shadrivan. Sophomores — Debbie Hunslcker, Johnny Dehart, Sarah Penny, Gordon Lane (not show Freshman — Laurie Spivey, Sondra Jones, Jesse Glasper, Ira Carnahan. 18 Belles And Beaux pation, anxiousness, fright, nervousness Speaking candidly about the Belles and Beaux participants is emcee Terry Burhans. Junior Wendy Meliet flashes a vivacious smile. The third annual Belles and Beaux Pageant, sponsored by the FRICASSEE, was held on February 8. 1979. in the BRHS auditorium. Terry Burhans was emcee for the occasion and musical entertain- ment was provided by Mark Carpenter, Wayne Kirkpatrick, Lauren Mitchell, Terri Stewart, and Fran Strother. Judges for the pageant were Mrs. Donna Shows, employee of the Department of Education; Miss Evelyn Dutton, cosmetologist with Creative Hair Designs; Miss Camille Wright, employee of the Department of Education; Mr. Donald Fleet, member of the EBRP school board; and Mr. R.J. Coco, buyer of men’s sportswear at Goudchaux's. The judges were presented with corsages and bou-tiniers. and they each received a box of candy for taking time out to judge our pageant. All contestants participating in the event looked exceptionally nice for the evening; they paraded onto the stage by classes. After rotating inside the gazebo that served as the center of attraction. each girl modeled for the judges and later returned with the rest of her class. The boys simply went by two’s or three’s and stood at the end of the stage. The judges ran into many difficulties in trying to decide the winners. but two boys and tv o girls from each class were finally selected. Special thanks goes to Mr. Fred Shirley, Mrs. Bryan Post, the Features staff, and all others who helped coordinate the successful pageant. Belles And Beaux 19 Senior belles Kevin Newman is active in the Key Club and contributes many services to B.R.H.S. He is also captain of the varsity wrestling team, leading them through victorious matches and a successful season. Kevin is popular among the girls and is known as being a gentleman. He is a sincere person who is always fun to be around. Patricia Gonzalez is active in school functions, belonging to G.C.U.S. and serving on the Senior Prom Committee. She enjoys diving and gymnastics and plans to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She diligently works as Fricassee editor and serves as Secretary of the National Honor Society. She amuses herself by serving as Key Club Sweetheart. 20 Senior Belles Beaux and beaux choices Chevis Boone, alias Chivis Regal , enjoys playing frisbee and is well renowned for his character that he exposes at parties. Cars are a favorite hobby of his and he often partakes in cruising along the levee road looking for the people who were supposed to be there with all other necessities. Chevis is an easy-going person as well as being immensely friendly. Shelia Schilling participates in rollar skating. She is popular among the students at Baker Senior High, where she would be attending if not going to B.R.H.S. Boating is among her favorite hobbies along with weekend skiing trips. Senior Belles Beaux 21 Junior class belles Tarra Jacob serves as editor of the Features section of the FRICASSEE. A truly sharp looking girl, Tarra adds whole new dimensions to B.R.H.S. Her favorite hobby, as well as pastime, is Junior Class President Jimmy Curtis. Tarra enjoys ocean cruises and swimming, or perhaps it is the sunbathing which accompanies both that she likes the most. FaFa Shadravan participates in soccer and he dates frequently. Playing the guitar is a hobby of his as well as a talent. Being a talented actor he appeared in various Music Theatre Workshop Productions. He is interested in breeding dogs and also raising rabbits for racing. He will either become a butcher in India or attend M.l.T. (Mississippi Institute of Trading). 22 Junior Belles Beaux and beaux winners Freddie Sanders is hilarious and never ceases to crack everybody up. even if they have a severe case of the bluest blues. He is always seeming to create rowdiness and attention around himself. Freddie is a member of the wrestling team, serving as one of the leading competitors. He holds many responsibilities and withstands all the girls after him. Deasle Beverly presents herself as a warm individual who succeeds in many aspects. She is a diligent school worker as well as an industrialist. Although she may seem rather quiet in areas, those who know her well, a chosen few. appreciate that she is well-spoken and out-going. Junior Belles Beaux 23 Sophomore class belles Sarah Penny is an active dancer at B.R.H.S. She may possibly pursue an occupation of dancing in her later future. She has a varied taste in clothing, appearing as a southern belle one evening and a loosely woven lady the next afternoon. She enjoys going disco dancing especially when the company includes Greg Carlson. Johnny DeHart also is active in many sports, his favorite being rope climbing. He especially likes animals. the wild cats (cheetahs, lions, jaguars, leopards) in particular. He attends many parties and can always be found chasing older women. He savors pizza and wishes for a Maserati. 24 Sophomore Belles Beaux and beaux winners Gordon Lane is mainly interested in music, jazz in particular. He served as drummer in Black Diamond, a band which competed in the talent show. Although he may appear withdrawn at first, he is very easy-going once one gets to know him. He is a silent type only in certain specific aspects. Debbie Hunslcker is active in many sports and events. She plays tennis, runs track, and enjoys gymnastics. She is a member of the 4-H club and tends to favor sports cars, namely a Porsche. She enjoys going out to eat seafood and plans to attend law school. Sophomore Belles and Beaux 25 Freshmen belles Sondra Jones comes from Zachary and is involved in a peculiar hobby for a girl, motorcycling. She wishes to someday become a model, for she loves to keep up with the latest fashions. Jessie Glasper plans to go into medical school and possibly become a surgeon. He often goes bowling, and if not in the alley he can be found on the tennis court. He swims a lot in his spare time and often goes out to eat shrimp He wants to own a Cadillac; perhaps he expects gas prices to go down by the time he graduates? 26 Freshmen Belles and Beaux and beaux selections Ira Carnahan enjoys almost all sports. He plays basketball, tennis, and football. He plans to go into business administration or possibly business management. He loves homemade pizzas and dreams of owning a Trans Am. for he enjoys objects accompanied by fast paces. Lori Spivey enjoys tennis and occasionally practices yoga. In her spare time she practices drawing and sketching. One day she wishes to own a Mazda RX7 and possibly operate an Italian Restaurant, for she goes wild over Italian food. Freshman Belles Beaux 27 Embracing Corporal Jester. Nancy Twinkle exhibits her hidden desires. LITTLE MARY SUNSHINE, a whimsical satire of M-G-M movie musicals and Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy movie operettas, was the season opener of Baton Rouge High's Music Theatre Workshop. Written by Rick Besoyan, the musical was directed by Cecile Richinse. Starring in the play were the typical Forest Ranger (Evan Thayer), lovely heroine (Melissa Baugh), nervous young man hopelessly in love (Jimmy Grissom), and the promiscuous young lady (Julia Howell). There were also the wise, aging woman free with advice (Melanie Magee), and her admirer, a retired general (Mark Schneider). 28 Little Mary Sunshine Little Mary Sunshine brightens B.R.H.S. Posing during rehearsal are Melanie Magee and Mark Schneider. Nancy Twinkle's (Julia Howell) precocious behavior shocks the finishing school girls (Lauren Mitchell and Magali Suarez). There were the customary Indians (Lee Leavitt, Darryl Lejeune, Darryl Young), the rugged Forest Rangers Jay Young, Mickey Wiltz, Marty LaFleur, Chris Roberts, Whit Tabor, and Aaron Ambeau. The supercilious Young Ladies were Lisa Buchtel, Begona Chambers, Lauren Mitchell, Magali Suarez, Terri Stewart and Cyndi Vosburg. The musical ran from October twenty-third through the twenty-seventh and was a major success throughout the community. Little Mary Sunshine 29 OEDIPUS THE KING the classic Greek tragedy by Sophocles served as the season opener of the Baton Rouge High Dramatic Arts Department. Under the direction of Hal Phillips, Jr., the production featured a large amount of speaking parts, dazzling costumes and a set unlike any other seen before in a Baton Rouge High production. The tale of Oedipus and his tragic fate was an extremely ambitious project and it not only sparked interest within the school, but was a valuable learning experience. Evan Thayer was cast as Oedipus. Madonna Routt appeared as Jocasta, his wife, and Jimmy Grissom appeared as Oedipus’ brother-in-law. Creon. Other Oedipus is King principles were Wayne Kirkpatrick, Whit Tabor, and Mark Schneider. Julia Howell and Leigh Traylor were Oedipus' daughters. Antigone and Ismene. One of the most difficult aspects of the production was the training of the chorus. The chorus performed in the conventions of Greek Theatre. The chorus consisted of Deborah Selbin, Linda Hill, Rose Hanks, Danny Dean, Bo Mullins, Leigh Traylor, Carlin Bloom, Cindy Socha, Lidia Burris, Iris Burris, Maura Dawes, Shawne Smith, Myron Landry, Wayne Kirkpatrick, Kim Andrews, and Denise Addison. The play was presented on the dates. March sixth, seventh, and eighth. 1979. Jocasta confers with the Shepard on the news he brought. Oedipus pleads with the chorus to have pity on him in his misfortune. The chorus reproaches Oedipus (Evan Thayer) as he accuses Jocas-ta's (Madonna Routt) brother Creon (Jimmy Grissom) of being a traitor. 30 Oedipus Zany comedy attracts crowd Scapino! The wacky and irreverent comedy by Frank Kunlop and Jim Dale, served as the first production of Baton Rouge High's Drama Department under the direction of Miss Aimee R. Gautreau. The play dealt with a conniving servant (Scapino) who uses illegal tactics to aid his friends. Among these are robbery, and his ability to change his face and voice. The cast consisted of Jimmy Grissom as Scapino. Darryl Young. Whit Tabor. Denise Addison, Jay Young. Evan Thayer. Lida Burris, Lachikita Warren. Danny Dean, Maura Dawes, Wayne Kirkpatrick. Mark Courtney, and Leigh Traylor. The show was presented in the Mini-Theatre on April 23, 24. and 25. ABOVE: Shown in two scenes is Wayne Kirkpatrick. LEFT: One of the principles was Jimmy Grissom. Scapino 31 I Mish mash sports a variety Take a Dan Fogelberg song, a disco spoof, a devastating imitation of John Travolta, a rendition of Heart's Love Alive”, a motly group (of original songs, a daffy one-act play and the wild Blues Brothers and you have an idea of what the First Annual Mish Mash was like. An evening of total chaos hosted by FaFa Shadravan and Mark Schneider, Mish Mash was sponsored by the Music Theatre Workshop in an effort to raise havoc. Some twenty acts were in the show and the enthusiastic audience gave each of them total support, whether it be Over the Rainbow”. God Knows” or Soul Man . The show was capped by Miss Ri-chinse's infamous Swan Lake ballet. which was followed by a rousing number from the band which consisted of Neal Gowdy, Mickey Wiltz. Bud George and Scott Harrison. To say the show was a success would be an overstatement; it was actually a Mish Mash of comedy, travesty and a total lack of sanity. Jimmy Grissom portrayed John Travolta in a disco satire and later 32 Mish Mash for BRSH students of talent lampooned the star in a rendition of Summer Nights ’. Grissom then portrayed the infamous Paul Van-derburg. as if he were Hamlet. Lida Burris did a humorous monologue. Ellen McVay sang Debby Boone’s God Knows . Sharon Riley belted out a blues tune. Greg Perry and Wayne Kirkpatrick performed original songs, and Mitzi Dias and Evan Thayer performed a snappy rendition of Anything You Can Do from Annie Get Your Gun. An evening of thrills to be sure, the show was an important event for the Music Department. Everyone in the department was responsible for the success of the show, as bills were due the next day Had the show failed, money came from the casts' pockets. Scott Mitchell's guitar would have been hocked; Greg Perry’s car would have been sold and the cast would have all taken out loans. Passionately embracing are John Travolta and Olivia Newton John (alias Jimmy Grissom and Tern Stuart.) (Top Right.) I Thomas Jefferson (Mark Schneider) listens attentively to the discussions on slavery. John Adams (Evan Thayer) beseeches the Congress to vote for independency. Benjamin Franklin (Jimmy Grissom) grimaces at a suggestion of John Adams. Richard Henry Lee (Scott Mitchell) brags about his lineage in The Lees of Old Virginia . John Dickinson (Jay Young) and Adams engage in yet another political argument while Wilson (Mike Wilson) and Richard Henry Lee (Scott Mitchell) look on. 1776 in 1979 cast as John Dickinson, Mark Schneider as Thomas Jefferson and FaFa Shadravan as John Hancock. Melanie Magee and Carol Peters essayed the role of Abigail Adams and Lauren Mitchell and Alice McClure portrayed Martha Jefferson. Others in the cast were Marty Lafleur, Scott Mitchell. Scott McElveen, Neal Gowdy. Mickey Wiltz. Matt Monrad. Chris Roberts. David Bugea. Darryl Lejeune. Whit Tabor. Wayne Kirkpatrick. Jason Ambeau. Aaron Ambeau. Charles Boyd. Mike Wilson. Richard Perkins. Myron Landry. Darryl Young and Lee Leavitt. The show was an enormous success and evoked much schoolwide interest. President of the Congress John Hancock (FaFa Shadravan) looks on in disbelief as the fight for Independence carries on. 1776, the famed Broadway Musical by Peter Stone and Sherman Edwards. was presented by the Baton Rouge High Music Theatre Workshop on March 6. 7. 8. and 9 in the main auditorium. Boasting a large cast and full orchestra. the musical shows the men who fought valiantly for Independence. These men included John Adams. Benjamin Franklin. John Dick- inson and Thomas Jefferson. But the play shows them as more than historical caricatures; it also shows them as real men involved in a heated argument. The play was directed by Ms. Ce-cile J. Richinse. and the orchestra was directed by Mr. John Gerbrecht of the B.R.H.S. music department. Heading the cast as John Adams and Benjamin Franklin were Evan Thayer 1776 35 Seniors respond, “It looks like we finally made it.” An energetic crowd, the pulse of disco and blues and the perpetual flash of dance lights set the mood for the first Senior Prom since Baton Rouge Magnet High's inception. Delta Freight provided the music and performed such favorites as “Soul Man,” “Instant Replay,” “Hold the Line and “Le Freak. A variety of dances were evident, including several by the teachers. Free refreshments were provided by the Senior class officers, and were served by members of the Junior class. The response to the Prom was favorable, with many commenting on the nice turnout, the band's performance and the favors; 22-ounce brandy snifters were the true hit of the evening. The prom ended at one A.M. but there were various after-parties and breakfasts to attend. The biggest draw was the home of Begona Chambers where some fifty BRHS students imbibed and conversed. A rousing version of “Leaving in Just Ten Days” (with apologies to Peter, Paul, and Mary), was sung by those still able to move bodily. Seniors drug themselves home anywhere between three A.M. and six A.M., many to unfortunate fates, like sleeping in cars (some of us forgot keys), climbing through windows (resulting in many calls to 911), and being grounded (thanks to the spring time change which deprived us of one hour). Happy foursomes were prevalent. Lea Leavitt. Fran Strother. Lauren Mitchell and War Kirkpatrick were no exception. 36 Sr. Prom Ready to feel the Disco mood are Marty laFlear and Tammy Ston Putting the finishing touch on William Walker is Cherle Spillman. An evening in Paris became a morning in Hawaii at an after party. Sophomore girls Audry Newman. Tracy Mela-con. and Mary Jane Brown served as French Waitresses. Pausing for a serious picture before a fun-filled evening is Cheri Baxter and Richard Harris. Students spend an evening in Paris The 15 foot Eiffel Tower, centered on the dance floor, set the mood. The Baton Rouge School 1979 Jr.-Sr. Prom was a great success. It was held at the Capitol House Hotel in the North Lawn Ballroom on May 11. 1979. from 9:00 pm to 1:00 AM. The theme of the prom was “An evening in Paris. Decorations included a Fifteen-Foot wooden Eiffel Tower, painted with an aluminum silver paint, which was centered in the center of the room. The wall opposite of the mirror wall was decorated with painted murals of sidewalk cafes, with red-and-white striped awnings covering the tables. The lobby of the ballroom had maps and posters of Paris lined around the room. Brochures were available from Paris. Music was provided by Freeze, When Freeze” took their final break, a dance troop, the G.P. Dancers, instructed by Mrs. Gracey Perkins, provided entertainment as that in night clubs in Paris. French garters were given as favors. Two main events On Saturday May 5. 1979, at 1:30 the second annual Almost Anything Goes was held in the Baton Rouge High School Gymnasium between the quarters of the WFMF Cheapshot vs. B.R.H.S. Srs. Basketball game. Each of the four classes selected a team consisting of 6 members and cheerleaders to lead their class's spirit. Various events were held for the teams to compete to see which class is the best. There were events such as the grocery cart race, the wheel barrow crawl, bounce the football into the can, bat spin, and the hot dog eating contest. Points were given to each team for all the events depending on what place the team came in. At the end of the game, the points were totaled, and for the second consecutive year, the Class of 1980 won. The team consisted of Michelle Carriere. Tracy Cambre. Freddie Sanders, David Morris. Willie Walker, and Jimmy Curtis. Coming in second was the Sophomore Class, followed by the Seniors, and finally the Freshmen. Members of Junior-' team, celebrate their victory. Seniors Denise Addison. Begona Chambers. Rob- WFMF Cheapshots play doctor to a teamrm- ert Lenoux. and Marty LeFleur thought their who was hurt in the game, class was great. 38 Anything Goes Hit B.R.H.S. The display of artwork, the drawing of caricatures, the playing of tennis, soccer, basketball and frisbee were the main activities of the Third Annual SGA sponsored picnic which was held on May 5, 1979. The activities took place on the track and in the gym from 11:00 until about 3:30. The SGA gave away free cokes and sold hotdogs to those who did not bring a picnic lunch or go elsewhere to eat. The turnout for the picnic was not too great, but more people showed up later for the “Anything Goes Olympics. The picnic served to reunite and to rejuvenate the student body and faculty after the unrest of the strike and recent flooding which has plagued Baton Rouge. An afternoon in the sun was a welcomed release for all in attendance. Freshmen girls pose at the picnic. Enjoying the sun are Lee Leavitt and Leigh Traylor. Picnicking on the lawn are Sheila Schilling. Brenda Denard and their friends. Every morning the alarm rattles your brain into semiconsciousness. You drag yourself into the bathroom to deal with early morning duties and to arrange your body into something ap- Top Left: Early to bed. early to rise, makes Carol Burton healthy, wealthy and wise. Top Right: Who is here?” Coach Helveston wonders as he glances down at his role book. Above: Students find the early classes hard to be attentive in. Middle: Although the cafeteria offers two choices, many students choose to picnic on the lawn. proaching a human. The day has begun. After the horrifying and realistic despair of the bathroom, breakfast looms before you. Somehow, the breakfast, no matter how attractively your mother prepares it (it’s usually cornflakes or Pop-Tarts) evokes extreme nausea. Pushing it down is a major task. After missing your bus. you find a ride with Magnets in your neighborhood who happen to be potsmoking fugitives with switch- blades around their necks. First hour finds you asleep during the pledge and meditation, then attempting to comprehend the garblings of your first period teacher whom you see every day of the year and fail to understand. 40 School Day By lunch period, you are ready to eat anything until you lay eyes on the delicacies laid behind the immaculate sneeze guard. You see such delights as Tube Steak on elongated bun. John Marzetti Casserole. Chili dogs and Congo bars. These are served by the personable women of the East Baton I Rouge Maintenance, whose “Serve You! and “Move the plate down!” evoke great joy. Once lunch period has ended, the end of the day appears never approaching. Once it does, however. the waiting bus. or the car you fervently chase are havens, away from the bustle of the BR Mag halls. Days of our lives To help liven up the day. Michelle Vali-quette entertains during the lunch shifts. What a way to end' a school day! All days are not like this. Some are actually enjoyable and tolerable. But the large majority of Magnets find their days much like this. Personalities are expressed on Masquarade Day thi f ?at°n R?.Uge High SchoQl w®re given the opportun 5d ® nse4lve on Masquerade Day. The costumes ranged frt the Lone Ranger to Cleopatra, to Darth Vader to Mary Poppins T entire stud® t body enjoyed a day of fun and excitement. The event w sponsored by the Student Government Association. 42 Masquerade Day Dietz. booking Hi!! Tit! rih nin den nin And may the best man win! l The Baton Rouge High student body was involved in a vigorous and exciting week of campaigning in September. Over eighty students ran for class offices and student government positions; student support was admirable. Running for sophomore vice-president is Charlie Rome. Oid you play your cards right’ ERICH - RAPP ' VICE pi iohii, GET ON THE BALL VOTE DE DE ANDERS FOR JR. CUSS VICE _ PRESIDENT • Baton Rouge High is decorated by campaign posters. Cruises ... cruises Over the Easter holidays, some fifteen seniors went to the Bahamas for their Senior trip. Accompanied by Mrs. Eleanor Thomas and her husband, the trip included a disco, a gong show, much food and drinking, and a week of sun. Twenty-five students and chaperones left New Orleans on National Flight 188 for the New Port of Miami on Dodge Island. They were introduced to the T.S.S. Carnlvale with complimentary snacks sold on deck and in the Lido Bar just prior to embarkation. A full week of activities were in store for them as they cruised the Carribean. During their stop in San Juan. Puerto Rico, they visited the historical Old San Juan. El Morrow Fortress. El Yunque Rain Forest, and the beautiful white sandy beaches of Luquills Beach. The night life of Puerto Rico kept all ship mates of the T.S.S. Carnlvale flying high.” Numerous night clubs and discoteques were available to party in. Students from Baton Rouge High enjoys lying out Participating, in the Gong Show, on board ship is Tara Wilson. Julia Howell and John in the sun on the T.S.S. Carnival. Chandler. Friday. April 6, nineteen students and Mr. Vander-burg left by bus for Winter Park. Colorado. They returned Easter Sunday morning after six days of skiing. The students were Greg Carlson. Jay Young. Melanie Magee. Steven Magee. Jackie McCarty. Aubry Geddie. Julie Cutrer, Paul Greely. Chet Barton. Dale Viola. Mark Oglesby. Van Jacobs. Erich Rapp. Kent Payne. Dawn Dillon. Kenneth Bahlinger. Traci Masso, Patty Foster, and Wayne Payne. Greg was the best skiier. followed by Steven and Dale. Jackie and Melanie led the girls in skiing progress. Melanie, Kent, and Paul showed great courage by riding the ski lift with Mr. Vanderburg. Rome . . . Colorado Seven students from B.R.H.S. spent the Easter vacation in Italy and Greece. All the historical cities of Italy were toured and St. Peter’s, the Collosseum. the Forum. were seen in Rome. After an overnight cruise to Greece, Corinth, the Acropolis, and many Greek ruins were toured. Among those seven students were Melissa Denson. Debbie Sellars, Mike McGee. Mary Hunts. Mary Ann Cupit, Janet Hubbard, and Becky Howard. Mrs. Laura Cotton and Mrs. Neva Denson served as the chaperones. Colorado snow was an unwclcorred feeling for Jackie McCarty. The East Room of the Centroplex is normally an automobile showcase room. It has a cement floor, walls, and a fifty-foot ceiling; but on the night of December 9. 1978, the East Room went from a stark cold building to a monument to the decorator’s ultimate fantasy. It was transformed into a silvery, swanlike creation through the use of tinsel. Lines of the stuff swooped down gracefully to meet at the center of the room where a twelve-foot-high flocked Christmas tree stood. The band was ‘‘Freeze. The S.G.A. sponsored the dance and as usual it was a lovely night for all involved. Christmas Spirit falls on B.R.H.S. m Some studei Getting into the Christmas Dance action are Paula Ross 3nd John Hammond. B.R.H.S. students disco along with the sound of Freeze. 46 Christmas Dance Romance adds excitement to the Valentine’s Dance I've got the disco fever.” Doing the new dance called Sperm” are Stephen Hannaman and his date. Terri Mixon. Struck by cupid's arrow are Marianne Bruder and Dale Sands. On Friday. February 9. 1979. the Baton Rouge High Student Government Association sponsored the third annual Valentine’s Dance. Held in the school gymnasium, a crew of over thirty students under the guidance of Dede Anders, transformed the “athletic ballroom into the “silver ballroom . replete with disco lights, dazzling mobiles and plenty of party favors. The Senior class sponsored a refreshment booth and even conducted a happy hour with all drinks half-price. Olan Mills took pictures and music played on and on. Some 250 students attended the dance helping to make it a great evening. Valentines Dancc 47 It’s not just peanuts The opening of the first major production by Music Theatre Workshop, “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown,” proved to be a delightful experience for all attending. The musical, produced and directed by Miss Cecile J. Richinse, consisted of 2 acts with 10 skits in the first act and 9 in the second. With the participation of most of the cast. “The Baseball Game”, Suppertime” and Happiness were outstanding overall. The characters were cast as follows: Wayne Kirkpatrick, Charlie Brown; Scott McElven and Michael Wilson, Linus Van Pelt; Janet Baugh and Ellen McVay, Lucy Van Pelt; Lida Burris and Mitzi Dias, Peppermint Patti; and Scott Mitchell, Snoopy. Understudies included Bobette Williams, Judy Luno, Hardy Justice, and Troy Tureau. Recapturing the decade of the 1950’s, Baton Rouge High students and teachers relived the lighter days of he rock-n-roll age by dressing in typical fifties attire. 3irts chose full skirts or the straight skirts with kick bleats; they popped bubble gum and wore bows on heir pony-tailed hairstyle. Boys preferred straight-egged blue jeans which were accompanied with tennis ;hoes, loafers, or any other fashion resembling so. The boys' hair was often worn in either a duck-tail fashion )r combed directly back from around the face; a combination of the two seemed feasible. Letter jackets vere quite popular; consequently, so were leather ackets. Crowds of each could be found hoarding sgainst one another at a designated hang out . LOWER LEFT Giving their interpretation of fifties flashers arc Mickey Wilt and Neil Gowdy. UPPER RIGHT: Portraying Bowzer of Sha Na Na is Dean Jambon. LOWER RIGHT: Giving an unusual twist to fifties day. Junior Mark Lomaglio disguised himself os a typical fifties beauty. 50 s Day 49 Disco fever hits BRHS An enthusiastic crowd showed up for the 1978-79 school spirit disco dance. Taking a break from the action is senior Laura Turk. Helping to decorate the senior section are TOP Dale Viola. Laura Turk, and Kevin Miller. BOTTOM Melissa Baugh and Marty LaFleur. 50 Spirit Day pEjjj TOGAT ML T ARE GREAT Advertising tor the junior class is Darryl Lawrence. Strutting his stuff is Tad Williams. The junior section was decorated with the help of Stephanie Vaughn. The wearing of buttons, the showing of spirit and much disco dancing were the highlights of the 1978-79 disco dance. Sponsored by the SGA, the purpose of the dance was to promote school spirit and to serve as a mixer so that all students might become acquainted. Gaylord Boyd served as disc-jockey, and the dance soon turned into a frenetic and very popular school event. Disco 51 Fall Fair is a school-wide success i The Baton Rouge High Student Government Association, in a cooperative effort with school organizations, sponsored the second annual Fall Fair on November 4, 1978. Held on the track field, the fair featured booths ranging from a concession stand to a cake walk, a cotton candy booth and a psycho booth which analyzed fair attendants. A disco in the music building was a large success with strobe lights, flashing floors, and pulsating music. A Sweet Revenge booth featured large pictures of our administration with darts being the prime weapon of vengeance. The seniors sold cold drinks, the juniors jambalaya, and nearby the French club was putting unsuspecting victims in jail. The Medieval Society put curses on everyone and the freshmen married and divorced many of our students. Dance students sold tee shirts and keychains and the Jr. Beta had a sweet shop with brownies, cakes, candy and lemonade. The Tri-Hi-Y held a cake walk; the wrestling team held an exhibition and Dr. Johnson’s homeroom held a goldfish throw. The fair also served as orientation day for prospective students, and excerpts from LITTLE MARY SUNSHINE were provided as entertainment. The S.G.A. gained $384 and the various homerooms made up to $300. both a profitable school project and a community success. Showing a tivities.1 Awaiting a balloon baptism. Mrs. Schmidt hopes the toss will sponsored by the German Club. 52 Fall Fair was 54 Fall Follies best efforts. The judges, Dr. Nardln, Mrs. Lang, and Mrs. Barnes, elected the following: Groups — Third — The Penny Sisters who sang a French song; Second — The Russian club performing two Russian dances: and First — The Fourth-Hour Dropouts playing jazz music. Duets — Third — Fran Strother and Lauren Mitchell singing a winnors °f thc duets ar° M rty L f,eur and Merllec Mahaff,,y wt ° d nc d,0 song which they wrote: Second — Jan and Jed Gerbrecht singing and accompanying Displaying her vocal talents LIm Buchtel sings ‘ Someone to Love , themselves to Dust in the Wind ; First — Merllee Mahaffey and Marty Lafleur who danced to a jazz disco. Solos — Third — Melanie Magee singing Can’t Help Loving That Man of Mine ; Second — Carla Lusk playing the cello; and First — Cindy Vosburg singing You’ve Been talking in Your Sleep”. Each participant showed a professional attitude, so in the end everyone was a winner. Emcees for the event were Jay Young and Jimmy Grissom, who are students of Music Theatre Workshop and Yearbook. The Fall Follies, held on November 16, 1978. was sponsored by the Choral Music Department and the FRICASSEE staff. Students competed in groups, duet, and solo competition. First, second, and third place winners were awarded in each category. To be a contestant the students first had to be auditioned. After completing auditons, the Fall Follies was underway. As the judges sat in the balcony, the students gave their Fall Follies 55 J nn Teachers make history; strike against board Friday. March 16. 1979, was an historic date in the educational annals of East Baton Rouge Parish schools. By a slim plurality of ten votes, the teachers voted to strike against the parish’s school board. Stating as their reason the need for Collective Bargaining, the striking teachers began picketing their individual schools. The pointive vote came as a reaction to the board's inattention and inaction to teachers’ requests for committees and for a voice in decision making. Such inaction at the board’s meeting on March 15 prompted angered leaders of the East Baton Rouge division of the Louisiana Association of Educators to call a meeting at 5:45 A.M. at the Mini Dome on the campus of Southern University. Headed by President Len-nie Penn of Istrouma Junior High, and counciled by advisors from the National Education Association. picketing teachers bolstered their original number of 1.850 to a top figure of 2,600 of the school's 3.600 teacher employers. In addition, maintenance workers joined the STRIKE 1 mhi Unfair ing Conditions $PAE LA E NEA concern both In English and French. Joan Stone was one'oTmany dSsfied tdachcrs on strike in the parish. teachers by striking on Monday, March 19; the Teamsters Union sponsored the striking custodial and maintenance workers. This move helped sustain teacher efforts as other union employees honored such picket lines. Several parish schools could do no more than merely open doors as attendance by students and faculty was below ten per-cent. However, other schools maintained a fairly normal routine with a majority in attendance. At Baton Rouge High, thirty-five of the sixty-four teachers joined the picket lines. The school system employed substitutes and parents to fulfill the temporary absences. In-school teachers continued to instruct their classes; absentee rates varied from forty-to-fifty per cent. After ten days, the school board’s President, Eileen Armstrong, issued a proposal offering some concessions: total amnesty for striking employees, committees with teacher representation, a pledge for a tax election for pay raises, and an Ombudsman procedure for grievances and complaints. The board refused to grant collective bargaining, however, teachers reluctantly accepted the proposal and returned to class on April 2 after an eleven-day absence. 56 Teachers Strike End Collective Begging Now! Begin a New ERA______ Collective Bargaining EBRPAE LAE NEA Following the teacher’s return to classrooms, the regular school process continued; however, there were many tests, assignments, and readings to make up. This regaining of two weeks’ work promptly claimed the immediate attention of both teachers and students. On the other hand, pupils in classes where teachers had been, found make-up even more difficult. In addition, much of the comaraderie of former days was not to be found upon teachers’ return. Feelings were naturally sensitive after such demanding decisions had to be made. Time, however, calmed emotions and rapport soon became quite normal. A strong and blunt sign was sported by Mr. Westall throughout the eleven-day strike. Teachers Harrelson. Gerace. deVries. Barnes. Hilton and Westall showed their support of the Strike along Government street during the strike. MORNING ADVOCATE HtUaKnt' 1 r«4at 'ImMI, Iihiii : . Quill and Stroll honors expertt-'t inJourrelism iu.ll orid an nf)j soj e%i ir jajnv.Wk i ..pcnsofid tu tW lirwtfiil'j if ci a f+irf)a ctrf . PWtofCi rtctilt irfntfftS u� ‘ «n a ues ivipfijf Wm S far fuU uii.ertS- wvr ujr coK +W. y-A ni. lit ry mA Htne. , iW -iudfntS iteoJt IS uj cr ‘� i(jf To L Vv� f� raf� j tltfi und u trtfc :r� trod uKalursiM 0 10 tv .Wth art frata W fiJlk £d koal taduit Tditoriof too 3 wrvtii i a •’■f DOie'u litjb J � Kstotqp . o r lT PW «n� ait tfftir ftiua Jume ffUr r. l.. . m_ The POTPOURRI is the literary magazine of Baton Rouge High. Not only have the staff produced a community success, but they have encouraged creative writings among the student body by conducting a POTPOURRI contest asking for both art and literary submissions. Al Evans served as editor and Sherry Moore as poetry editor. Alan Irvine as prose editor and Mark Courtney as business manager. Other members were as follows: Dee McLin (assistant poetry editor) Mark Tullos Jr. (art editor). J. Byron Durham II (assistant art editor), Bill Webb. Cheri Bax- Students of B.R.H.S. publish POTPOURRI ter. Shawn Breaux. Lisa Wellington. Becky Neece, Susan Browning. Celeste Broussard. Grady Pinkerton. Mark Imes. Tommy Slocum. Nancy Anderson. Flora Thomas. Marla Wilcox. Hardy Justice. Audrey Geddie. Liz McTaggart. staff members. Mrs. Jan Daly served as advisor. 58 Quill And Scroll Potpourri “Fencers, en Garde!” Today, Fencing, is a well-developed sword sport that requires muscular coordination and a thorough knowledge of technique and tactics. The object is to touch the opponent on a certain part of his body and to avoid being touched in return. Sponsor of this club is Mr. Price. Members are as follows: Kirt Dyer, Herbert Sumrall, Alan Irrine, John Hanor, Brian Franklin. Nancy Anderson. Jay Shields. Rudy Morales. John Kuzensky, John Tsai, and Fred Leaper. Members include: Kirt Dyer. Herbert Sumrall. Alan Irrine. John Hanor. Brian Franklin, Nancy Anderson. Jay Shields. Rudy Morales. John Kuzensky. John Tsai, and Fred Le3per. Displaying his charm and good looks n Groy-pic Marty Laflcur. serve school, community Addressing an attentive audience is Key Club Member Jay Young. Key Club sweetheart Liz Hawes reacts to a very promising proposition ... The 1978-79 Key Club continued its tradition of providing outstanding service and continuing support of the school and local community. Having won many awards for their performance in the past, they continued to excel within the district this year. Projects which were executed were painting the school parking lot, assisting Key Club governor Steve Landry with excess paper work, and ushering many important functions held at B.R.H.S. Members work hard all year long preparing for the huge Key Club convention. B.R.H.S. K.C. was host for this year's convention, which was held at the Centro-plex. Meetings are held every Monday night in the Rumpus Room where projects such as helping out at the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center. and assisting with the Baton Rouge Marathon are discussed. Members of the select club are Freddie Sanders, Bobby Jones, Kevin Miller, Kevin Newman, Jeff Sel bin. Jay Young, Richard Perkins, Alan Rosenbaum, Marty Lafleur, Tom Adamek, Mark Imes, Trez Trayler, John Wiltenmuth, Lee Leavitt, Scott McElveen, Jimmy Bolner, David Valiquette, Bart Sutten, Jimmy Curtis, and Raymond Lanoux. The officers are president. Robert Lanoux; vice-president. Sam Brooks; secretary. Kevin Hartquist; treasurer. Chris Hannaman; board member at large. Freddie Sanders; Senior director. Kevin Miller; and Junior director. Alan Rosenbaum. Sweethearts are Fran Strother, Patricia Gonzales, and Liz Hawes. Everyone attends Kiwanis luncheons on Thursdays at least once during the year. Mr. Paul Vanderburg and Mr. Charles Perrilour sponsor the club. National Honor Society promotes scholarship. The recognition of students who have exhibited outstnding scholastic ability is the purpose of the Reine Alexander Chapter of the National Honor Society. With a membership of over fifty students, the National Honor Society is one of the most prestigious of honor societies. Under the leadership of President, Luke Young, the club is striving to change the club’s image from one of a coven of brains and boring •'eggheads” to one of an informal and fun group. Backing him up extensively are Vice-President, Robert Lanoux; Secretary. Patricia Gonzalez; and Steve Jines. treasurer. Other members are David Albarado. Andrea Amar, John Bailey, Lucy Bergeron, Dawn Buckley. Jill Collier. Barbara Coston. Brian Crochet, Dinah Davis, Karen Domingue. Robert Earle, Mark Edwards, Janet Eisworth, James Freeman, Chris Grenier, Aubry Haris. Pat Hein. Julia Howell. Jeff Irvine, Todd Johnson. Hardy Justice, David Landon, William McFatter, James Machen, Melanie Magee, Anna Maristany, John Mayaux, Beth Miksa. Kevin Miller, John Mitchell. Sheryl Moore. Richard Parise, Elizabeth Pierson. Beth Randolph. Robert Richart. Madeline Rubenstein. Raymond Sartor. Matt Schuette. Jeff Selbin, Ravinder Srinivasan. Scott Standifer, Elisa Stone. Edward Tan. Kenneth Thevenet. Dale Viola. Roderick White. Marla Wilcox, Allen Wilson. John Wiltenmuth. Carol Younathan and Jay Young. Sponsors are Mrs. Whalen. Mrs. Mathis and Mrs. Post. Allowing the uninhibited a chance to be uninhibited is the purpose of the Gowdy-Carlson Uncouth Society, the wildest, crudest and most envied of Baton Rouge High’s clubs. Not elite, but not quite sleazy, the club began in the minds of President Neal Gowdy and Vice-President Greg Carlson, and has grown (fermented seems a better word) into an institution sure to flourish in the future. The society meets on Fridays at Mr. Gattis to “whoop it up” or at a beer bash or a toga party or in front of either the Regina or Varsity theatres. The “Rocky Horror Picture Show” attracts many of the members. Don’t be shocked if they are in weird garb because they enjoy wearing gym shorts outside of their pants or jeans with a coat or tie. Members are as uncouth as can be imagined. They are “ruled” by Mr. Fred Shirley and Mr. Paul Vanderburg, surely our most rep-rehensibly crude teachers. The unfortunate members are Melissa Baugh (naive sweetheart). Tara Wilson (the sweetheart with pull). Patricia Gonzalez (the sweetheart with guts), Alison Kinney (the teasing sweetheart). Janet Baugh (the sweetheart with no taste), Karen Domingue (token creole). Begona Chambers (token Cuban), and Julia Howell (token midget). Jeff and Deborah Selbin are the token twins. Other members are Tracy Spiers (little sweetheart with a big heart). Melanie Magee (the ragged sweetheart). Male members are Mike Nuremberg, Bart (Baldy) Sutton, Marty Lafleur, Dale Viola, Jay Young. FaFa Shadravan and a few intelligent members who prefer to remain nameless. G.owdy-C.arlson form their U.ncouth S.ociety 62 G.C.U.S. The Instrumental Music program at Baton Rouge High is one of the most rigid and respected in the state. Awards have been bestowed upon them in their three-year existence and all of their concerts have been v ell attended. Mr. John Gerbrecht is the conductor of the orchestra, and his work has been commended by many throughout our community. He presents some ten concerts throughout the year and his concerts during the school day draw praise and standing ovations. His conduction of 1776 was exemplary and aided the show greatly. Mr. Lee Fortier directs the jazz ensemble and the sounds coming out of their rehearsal hall are declared as super”. Their concerts are wildly successful and are award-winning. Ms. Farrar and Ms. Peterson are the assistants and their work only enhances the total program which the entire Baton Rouge community of music lovers enjoy and appreciate. At B.R.H.S. where performing arts receive vital attention, orchestral concerts live up to their every expectation. The FRICASSEE salutes an expert staff and its dedicated members for notable accomplishments. Concerts entertain school and public. One of the most popular musical groups at BRHS is Jazz Ensemble II. Displaying her musical talent is Robin White. Playing the base during a performance is Frank Murray. Music 63 Student Government presents varied year S.G.A. members include: Rica Harris. Brent Barnum, Clarence Elliott. Mimi LeBlanc, Michelle Thomasson. Gary Legenore. Jan Ger-brecht. Stefan Feuerabendt. Ruth Young. Tammy Henderson. Freddie Sanders. Anrca Williams. Fred Cornell. Robert Hartquist. Steve Jines. Laree LeJeune. Rae Morris. Robin Mayeux. James Porter. Ben Sabbaghian. Christopher Juneau. Barbara Simoneaux. Deborah Selbin. Wendy Meliet. Gauri Agnigo-tri. Karen Breau. Janet Baugh. Margaret Randolph. Karen Crain, Charlotte St. Amant. Dei-dra Anders. Lance De Hart. Sharon DeJcon. Bridget Hargrove. Donna Streat. Linda Miller. Drew Pereboom. Karen Gugich. Christy Calmes. Kevin Newman. Martial LaFleur, Darryl Lawrence. Sharon Jenkins. Reinette Fontenot. Sam Brooks. Wendy Holden. Richard Perkins. Pamela Williamston. David Crochet. Dale Viola. Mel Turner. Flora Thomas. Tracy Spiers. Debbie Westall. Angela Martain. Julie Howell. Begona Chambers. Tarra Wilson. Jimmy Grissom. Jimmy Curtis. Liz Hawes. Joy Johnson. Cindy Harrell. Karen Miller. Keith Smith. Tina Bodman, Scott Guidry. Lizzy Hecker. Sally Adcock. Samir Shah. The Baton Rouge High Student Government Association is the initial force behind the school's club system. The SGA is composed of forty-nine homeroom representatives and twenty-two executive members. The representatives make up the voting body, while the executive board is made up of the SGA and class officers. Jay Young. Vice-President of the SGA during 1977-78. along with secretary. Tracy Spiers, and Reporter-Historian. Melissa Baugh, headed-up the SGA Summer Committee. The committee held a car-wash during July. In addition, they planned the orientation program and a “Welcome to B.R.H.S. for September’’. The committee also sold freshmen class spirit buttons. In September of 1978. the entire Student body was involved in one of the most active aspects of the school year. The Student Government elections were a week of promises, posters, pamphlets, and propaganda. Candidates went to several areas and gave energetic speeches proposing their platforms. Throughout the day, suspense mounted until the winners were announced. The offices of President and Vice-President were chosen by the student body and the other SGA officers were chosen by the executive committee. The executive committee also made two special appointments: Jay Young, SGA Student Advisor and Jimmy Grissom, newsletter editor. Chosen as officers were Dale Viola, President; Mel Turner. Vice-President; Flora Thomas. Secretary; Tracy Spiers. Treasurer; Debbie Westall. Reporter — Historian; and Angela Martin. Parliamentarian. The first activity of the year was the Fall Fair on November 4th. Loads of fun was had. and loads of money made as some seven hundred people visited booths, discos. candy shops and band recitals. Immediately following the Fall Fair, officers of the SGA headed for the state Student Council Convention. The Convention was held at the Centroplex and Baton Rouge High was chosen as District 3 President which includes eight parishes. The convention taught the fundamentals of lead- SGA Vice-President Mel Turner pauses during LASC convention. ership. allowed for an exchange of ideas among state Student Councils. and provided entertainment and a good-time for everyone. Candidate for SGA President, Flora Thomas. smiles as she concludes her speech Student Government Treasurer Tracy Spiers speaks to the assembly at convention. SGA sponsor Mr. DeJean works at a club meeting. President of Student Council Dale Viola listens to a guest speaker. SGA 67 Fifties day sponsored by the SGA enthused teachers as well as A leading instructional meeting is the state student council conven-students. tion; here Vice-Pres. Mel Turner relaxes at the banquet. The Christmas Dance was a huge success with well over 400 students in attendance. The Centroplex was the location with the Junior class providing the decorations. Freeze” provided the music that set the Centroplex rocking. The Valentine's Dance followed in February. A sound system set the stage in the school gymnasium. Everyone enjoyed the event. DeDe Anders served as Valentine’s Dance chairman. The SGA sponsored several spirit days. Included was Masquerade Day in October, Christmas Day in December. 50's Day, and Colonial Day following 1776. Student Council Week under chairman. Scooter Elliott was a success. BRHS license plates were given SGA's Fifties Day created unusual fashions: Mark Schneider and his date (?) Mark Lom3glio brought second glances. away. The week was topped off by the District Three Workshop held March 17th. The Workshop included guest speakers from the state Board of Education. Mr. Robert Gaston, and LSU, SGA member David Lofton. A bill was passed by the SGA that would allow for the spring election of SGA officers, and class officers. The remaining officers are to be chosen in the fall so that the freshman class might be represented. At the awards breakfast held in May. DeDe Anders, Scooter Elliott, and Freddie Sanders were chosen most oustanding representatives and plaques were presented to them. 68 SGA Packing the gym to the Disco Beat, students topped Spirit Day with spirited dance. Refreshments, including coca-cola, were served at the picnic by the SGA Enjoying a game of soccer, junior Michael Huye reaches for a kick. Making a special appearance at SGA's spring picnic are WFMF Cheapshots. SGA 69 j The Tri-Hi-Y, a Christian organization which offers service to the community and strives to learn more about our legislative and court system, is one of the most active of Baton Rouge High’s organizations. The Tri-Hi-Y and the Hi-Y members of Louisiana attend the Youth Legislature in April. This is an annual conference held at the state capitol, sponsored by the YMCA. Participants are lodged at the Chateau Capitol Hotel for three days, and are accompanied by Mrs. McAnelly. Tri-Hi-Y sponsors many activities and members are required to perform several services. They function as a voluntary service to the Red Cross. Members are re- quired to go to church at least once a month and also to attend training sessions, where they learn to fulfill other basic fundamental needs. Suppers for the club are held monthly at various members' houses. Also, they sponsor a teacher-appreciation week in which teachers are given various gifts and flowers. When asked about how she felt in regard to past accomplishments and future expectations, President Begona Chambers replied: “I was well pleased with the extent of school cooperation amongst individual members: hopefully it will continue to grow at this rate. I believe that more students involved in simple, every day service would be invaluable.” Serving the public is Tri-Hi-Y’s goal. Our stimulating academic environment reaches into all Facets of student life. Here. Alice McClure completes work on her Final English thesis during the Fall Fair. Pictured left to right are the members of the 1978-79 Tri-Hi-Y: Mrs. Sylvia Kennedy. Tammy Byson. Patricia Gonzalez. Jackie McCarty. Michelle Thomason, laree Le-Jeune. Donna Streat, Alice McClure. Lauren Mitchell. Deborah Selbin. Fran Strother, Susan Bartol. Cindy Socha. Cindy Harell. Linda Whitehouse. Ana Maris-tany, Maura Dawes. Mrs. Ne I Mcknelly. and Mrs. Shirley Fleet. Officers of the club from left to right include: Beth Randolph. Begona Chambers. Alison Kinney, and Vanessa Young. 70 Tr.Hi-Y I Above are officers of the club: John Wiltenmuth, Pres.; Kenneth Thrasher. Treas.: Scott Standifer. Vice Pres.; Barbara Coston. Sec.: and sponsor Mrs. Atherton. Mu-Alpha-Theta adds up. Above top are members of the 1978-79 Mu Alpha Theta Club. Sponsor of the Mu Alpha Theta club Mrs. Atherton, works in the classroom as well as for the club. The Mu Alpha Theta functions to further the interest in mathematics for high school and junior college students. It is open to outstanding students who wish to express their interests in mathematics and to a lesser extent, science. Requirements for membership are that one must have an overall 3.0 average for the past three years and be presently enrolled in a math course. Due to the large number of applicants, membership has been restricted to invitation only this past year. Mu Alpha Theta 71 Officers of the club for the 1978-79 school year include. Matt Schutte. President: Chris Chardon. Vice-Pres.: Barbra Coston. sec.; Lori Pierce. Tres.; and William Leigh. Par. Juniors of the club include: John Tsai. Kim Magazine. Roxanne Rivero. Robin Leader. Kelly Wiggins. Gene Jarreau. Kelly Lanier. Mark Imes. William Leigh. Rudy Moralez. Susan Bartol. Donna Laurent. Mindy Brian. Hugh Randolph. Gerard Vivciros. John Anderson. Lars Gustafsson. Wanda Payne. Mark Benton. Brenda Eisworth. Missy Brian. Mark Oglesby. Richard Miller. David Morris. Scott Knaus. Chris Chardon, Mike Henderson, and Vaughan Hart. Academy honors science The Junior Academy of Science is one of the largest and most honored clubs at Baton Rouge High. Under the leadership of Mrs. Norma Gerace and Mrs. Lillian Harelson, the organization strives to stimulate interest and encourage more intensive study in science and math and to devise means for giving suitable recognition to members who have excelled in these fields. Junior Academy of Science is not. however, a club open to anyone. Students must possess and maintain a 3.0 average and must be invited for membership. 72 Jr. Academy Of Science Sigma promotes Science and Mathematics students Officers of the dub include: Pres.. Luke Young: Vice-Prcs.. Fred Cornell: Secretory. Paula Ruffin: and Treasurer. Steve Jines. Vote for me. vote for me — I plan to get elected to the prinripalcy ... (with apolo-� gies to Chicago ). A keen interest in science is promoted by Sigma Fellowship. Promoting an interest in science and mathematics careers is the sole purpose of Sigma Fellowship. The club also wishes to advance ideas that the science and mathematics do contribute to the benefit of mankind, and to encourage mathematics students to realize their maximum potential. President. Luke Young presides over and organizes some fifteen active students, and he is ably assisted by Vice-President. Fred Cornell. Secretary Paula Ruffin, and Treasurer Steve Jines. Mr. William Lignos is the sponsor of Sigma Fellowship and is a vital part of our Science department. He has been at Baton Rouge High many years and his classes are very popular and exciting. Members of the Sigma Fellowship include: Jill Collier. Fred Cornell. Walton Dickson. Steve Jines, David Klingler. Darryl Lawrence. Robin Leader. Ed McFatter. Richard Miller. Debbie Moran. Kenneth Nyman. Victoria Richardson. Paula Ruffin. Jeff Steele. Carolle Wharton, and Luke Young. Les Amis Francophones! What does this mean you may wonder? In simple English it translates into the French Club. The purpose of this culture-enriching club is to provide social and cultural activities relating to the French language. This language is one of the “romantic” languages and all of the members practice their fluent French at every opportunity. Club activities include the traditional French Club jail at the Fall Fair, and the annual French Club breakfast, specializing in continental delicacies. Sponsors for the club are Mrs. Dabkowski and Miss Stone. Bonjour, les jeunes amis! Les Amis Francophone enjoy active year Officers of the dub are Lori Pierce. President; Aliena Sanchez. Attendance Secretary: Magali Suarez. Vice President: Jeff Selbin. Treasurer: and Annette Mouhot. Recording Secretary. The Freshman and Sophomore members are: bottom row, left to right, Dana Mas-carella. Rene French. Susan Rosenbaum, Leslie Loy. Molly Sullivan, Michelle Perrin. Julia Linder. Renee Crowder, and Rena Wilcox. second row: Annie Bartol. Lisa Banks. Mamiois Lowe. Tracey Crouch. Terri Bergeron. Jackie Winston. Myra Lartigue. Jo Wafer. Tamme Wiltenmuth. and Anne Hawes. Third row: Kevin Falcon, Jack Guidry. Jay Redman. Kevin Cyrus. Bryan Foster, and Eddy Hamilton. Fourth row: Brad Rountree. Jeff McDof-fey. Brad Davis. Henry Olindc. Chris Tilley. Justin Jones. Scott Kinney. Ben Simon. Kevin Downey, and Paul Heroy. The Junior and Senior members are bottom row, left to right, Maricke Van den Bold. Cheryl Zganjar. Colleen Evanco. Tina Trammell. Dant LaSalle. Dee McLin. Cheri Baxter. Madonna Honore. Judy Crowder, second row: Barbara Coston, Patty Foster, Shawne Hernandez. Deanna Johnson. Anna Blocker. Laurie Walsh. Sherri Hammond. Wesley Moore. Sarita Johnson. Gaynell Davis. Leslie Pennybacker. Third row: Lori Pierce. Cassandra Hagan. Annette Mouhot. Colette LeMieux, Rebecca Poplin. Janet Eisworth. Alison Kinney. Donna Davis. Valerie Rice. Vanessa Young. Debbie Guidry. Mary Faucette. and Tracey Gill. Fourth row: Chiel Van den Bold. Donnie Romaire. Christopher Grenier. Sharon Denham. Kevin Shaw. Tad Williams. Jeff Selbin. Cindy Tan. Greg Carlson. John Jackson. FaFa Shadravan. Rudy Moralez, Mark Courtney. Tommy Slocum. 74 French Club Si, senor, hablan espanol y ingles Spanish club officers are: Ufa Harris. Vice-President: Rebekah Boone. President: Anita Gremillion. Secretary: Roxanne Rivero. Treasurer; Jackie Garcia. Reporter; and Keith Crotchet. Historian. President Rebekah Boone speaks on club affairs. The Spanish Club seeks to inform the foreign language student of the customs and cultures of the Spanish. and the fundamentals of the Spanish language. They participate in all activities of the International Club and they continue to do well at district and state rallies and their score reports on the Achievements Tests are exemplary. At the International Club parties and annual breakfasts, the Spanish Club provides many Spanish foods such as tamales, tostados. and an entire array of Spanish pastries and candies. At the District Rally, several well-qualified students placed. Mrs. Schmidt is the sponsor and she has made the club one of the school's most active and well-recognized. Spanish club members are: Ann Wilson. Cathy Vinning. Gina Carey. Wanda Wilson. John Bell. Dawn Dillon. Audry Newman. Suzette Blanchard. Debbie Moran. Michelle Ribes. Karen Duffy. Janie Greely. Sarah LaFleur. Linda Miller. Anita Germillion. Roxanne Rivero. Leslie Irvme. Diana Dietz. Crystalyn Coleman. Julie Allen. Kevin Morgan. Joe Schexnaider. Rebekah Boone. Shelly Schneider. Ben Meyers. Paul Miller. Tim Mark. Spanish Club 75 German Club promotes culture The BRHS German Club functions to promote German culture and increase the use of the German language throughout our Society. The club is sponsored by Mrs. Schmidt, and she teaches them aspects of the culture which she learned from her heritage. Activities of the club include a trip to Bratwust Festival in New Eraunfels, Texas, and a water balloon throwing booth in the Fall Fair. German club sponsor. Mrs. Schmidt, lends her services in the club-sponsored booth at the Fall Fair. The German Club members are Lynne Nicole. Janeile lemoine. Noe Nicoile. Melissa Gustafe-son. Vicky Williams. Jeanne Ferreday. Ferdie Hintz. Scott Ferguson. Frank Pye. Laura Smith. Greg Williams. Mike Magee. Ben Meyers. German Club officers are Noel Nicoile. Pres.; Frank Pye. Vice-Pres.: Vicky Williams: Historian: Greg Willins, Treas.: Janeile Lemoine. Sec.; Mike Magee, reporter. 76 German Club Centuriones Romani stress ancient Rome Friends. Romans, Countrymen ... when Shakespeare wrote these immortal words he had no idea that the Latin Club or Centuriones Romani of Baton Rouge High School existed. The club would certainly be flattered if he could have changed his quote to Friends, Centuriones Romani, Countrymen ... The club boasts a large membership of 45 students. Surprisingly the club did not stage a toga party this year. The purpose of the club is to promote Latin studies with an emphasis on Roman culture and the legacy of ancient Rome. The group meets on A day regularly in Mrs. Cotton's room. She is the club sponsor. Latin Club member John Wiltenmuth listens to the sponsor. Spirit dwells in the Latin Club. Member Susan Bolmg displays her Caesar-like attire. Officers of the club are. left to right: John Wiltenmuth. President: Walton Dickson. Vice-President: Peggy Barrett. Secretary. First row. left to right are: Debbie Hall. Julie Rhodes. Jennifer Midkiff. Kimen Carr. Mary Hunts. Leanne Tallaksen. Laura Burks. Heather Huggett. Susan Boling. Peggy Barrett. Walton Dickson. Second row. Karen Wiliams. Leslie Ward. Beth Standifer, DeEtra Scott. Pam McCrary, Becky Howard. Suzanne Shamburger. Patty Siebeling and John Wiltenmuth. Latin Club 77 Y-teens draw together girls of diverse faiths Y-Teen members include: Gina Carey. Carol Burton. Lori Bolden. Yvette Black. Deasie Beverly. Julie DeCuir. Terri Davis. Vanessa Young. Douglas Woods. Deidra Wilson. Gail Norwood. Allison Munson. Desi Moore. Karen Morace. Emily Millet. Carolyn Moody. Robin White. Lisa Wellington. Nancy Ventress. Angela Martin. Sametha Minsia. Valorie Miller. Lisa Lishe. Karla Lusk. Erica LeDuff. Maria Kennedy. Tresa Kenny, Sharon Jenkins. Rise Honore. Stacey Hogan. Debra Ross. Patrice Rozier. Sandra Robertson. Vickie Rivers. Paulette Ricard. Tcrril Pelichet. Lisa Holmes. Sonya Thomas. Debbie Thomas. Tamika Spears. Margaret Staton. Carg Shields. Dietra Scott. Paula Ross. Donna Ross. Tammy Patton. Nada Higgins. Tammie Henderson. Cheryl Hayes. Timi Griftin. Demetna Green. Bettye Gandy. Regina Gallentme. Rosalyn Fontonot. Desiree Esnault. Cheryle Edwards. Susan Eagles. Trina Dixon. Chevelle Davis. Jennifer Darensbourg. Amy Darensbourg, Lisa Dabney. Kelly Cubia. Oemse Creehan. Lisa Cobbins. Kim Cooper. Sharon Christophe. and Anita Chatman Y-Teens is a women's Christian movement, rooted in Christian faith which seeks to respond to the barrier-breaking love of God in this day. The Association draws together girls of diverse experiences and faiths so that together they may struggle for peace and justice, freedom and dignity for all people. With such a huge responsibility, the club is constantly striving to keep their quota. President Sharon Christophe is in charge of all the activities of the club and she is instrumental in arranging publicity for the club's motives. Such a service organization requires much work and the members are to be commended on their outstanding achievements. The Y-Teens is known throughout the community as an outstanding outlet for young women who wish to serve their peers and their state. Y-Teens fully achieve their goals. The Y-Tccns officers for 1978-79 school year are Timi Griffin. Pres. Tamika Spears. Sec.; and Desi Moore. V.P. 78 Y-Teens Club studios culture and language The Russian Club is a small but industrious club that seeks to promote the study of The Russian culture and language. B.R.H.S. being one of the few schools in this area to have Russian language classes, many students partake in the class and thoroughly enjoy it. The club took advantage of the FRICASSEE sponsored Fall Follies. After many hours of hard work and strained muscles, the club performed an intricate Russian Folk Dance and captured a stunning second place in the Group Division. Russian club members include: Sheila Schilling. Sec.; David Morris; James Hart; Brian Perry; George Gugich; Joe Lamen-dola; Karen Gugich; Buddy Roussel. Pres.; Vaughan Hart, V.P.; Julio Hoffman. Troas.; Miss Mixon. Sponsor. Writers’ Club studies works. The Baton Rouge High Writers’ Club is an active organization which seeks to expose the members to different phases of literature and to develop their own style of writing. Many authors are researched and analyzed and most of the clubs' artistic contributions are submitted to the school paper or to POTPOURRI. Writers club members are Gayneli Davis. Darryl Young. Lisa Wellington. Susan Goyer. Tammy Henderson. Marion Crett. and Myron Landry. Sponsors are Mr. Burris. Ms. Magee and Mrs. J Matthews. Russian Writer$ 79 4-H-heads, hearts, hands, and health Marty have wondered what the four “H’s” mean in the 4-H Club. They stand for Heads, Hearts, Hands, and Health. The members of the club are pledged to improving their Four H’s by participating in many club and community-related activities. The members come from urban, suburban, and rural areas. 4-H develops boys and girls into useful and democratic citizens with worthy purposes in life. The emblem of the club is a 4-leaf clover in a bright kelly green. The sponsors are Mr. Westall, Mrs. Williams, and Mr. Orgeron. The club meets in the West Cafeteria every other Wednesday, and discuss pertinent affairs of the community. (left to right, bottom to top): Helen Chambers. Dani Varnado. Nobia Fox. Stephanie Skinner. Mickey Wiltz. Cherie Spillman. Micha l Robinson. Paula Ruffin; Sect. Nancy Fox; Pres.. Kanwalpreet Singh. Becky Neese. Matt Simmons. Cathy Allison. Lisa Pace. Kris Morris. Vickie Williams, Lynn Nicolle, Karen Fitzgerald. Diane Harris, Mike Salario, Cleste Farrier. Laura Dallam. Cricket Sullivan. L3urie Gcb-hart. Denise Braud. Yvette Bergeron. Tawanna Rainwater. Kiana Hoover. Donna Higgins. Renea Gamble. Melanie Adcock. Tammy Fitch. Carl Hicks. Tim Jackson. Hank Saurage. and Dee Barnard, (left to right, bottom to top. the H) Arronza Major. Creola Johnson. Mr. Westall. Wanda Lemon. Elizabeth Morris; Reporter. Donna Laurent. Tracy Camber; Tres.. Harla More. Lora Goynes Margaret Kelly. Ann Machen. Renee Miller. Natalia Fisher, Michele Carrier; CRD Chairman. Lisa Jackson. Eileen Johnson. Karen Musso. Tonya Montgomery. Deanna Roberts. Diana Siegel. Kevin Laurnet. Cherie Wiltz. Jerry Chcncvcrt. Bridget Hargrove. Debbie Hunsicker. Whitney Wright. 80 4-H The officers are: Kevin Hartquist. Pres.: Greg Carlson. Vice: Mike Nuernberg. Sect.: Tom Adamck. Treas.: and John Jackson. Chaplain. Hi-Y attends youth legislature The Baton Rouge High School Hi-Y is a service organization affiliated with the Y.M.C.A. In previous years Hi-Y has operated as a separate entity from Tri-Hi-Y, but this year the two clubs have attended several functions together; Hi-Y is composed of an all-male membership and Tri-Hi-Y is all-female. Members are selected carefully and required to submit applications for membership before being accepted as members. Members work hard throughout the year to prepare for the Annual Youth Legislature by attending training sessions and making up bills. They stay in local hotels during “Youth Leg.” and attend meetings of the Senate and House of Representatives. Other functions that Hi-Y attends are the Annual Hi-Y Convention and several Tri-Hi-Y suppers. Hi-V 81 Club members are: Kevin Hartquist. Greg Carlson. Mike Nuernberg. Tom Adamek. John Jackson. Teddye Gandy. Chris Hannaman, Todd Pourciau. Trez Traylor. Marty Laflcur. John Mitchell. Tad Williams. Pratmcsh Shah, and Sam Brooks. Beta scholars seek to serve and enrich The Senior Beta Club is a senior service honor club with membership based on scholastic achievement. Activities performed by the club are designed to enrich and help the community. Leading the club for 1979 are Colleen Evanco. president; Barbara Coston. vice-president; Tara Wilson, secretary; Dinah Davis, treasurer; Deanna Johnson, reporter-historian; and Ken Thevenet. parliamentarian. The club has meetings on “B club day and every Thursday morning in the Cafeteria. Some activities which Sr. Beta has held or participated in are The Fall Fair, where they had a Junk Food” Booth, the Annual Beta Club Convention, and many get together at members houses. Sr. Beta was honored this year because they are the oldest Beta Club in the State. Club Members include: Nadine Amar. John Anderson. Peggy Barrett. Lucy Bergeron, Soni Bizette. Doug Braud. Gail Cage. Michelle Car-riere. Barbara Coston, Judy Crowder, Dinah Davis. Terrilyn Davis, Brenda Dennard. Trent Didier. Karen Dominigue. Brenda Eisworth, Janet Eistworth. Yevette Elmore. Colleen Evanco. Tammic Forbes. Patricia Gonzales. David Guild. Lars Gustafsson. Cheryl Hayes. Sherri Hill. Melinda Hinson. Julie Howell. Deanna Johnson. Angela Lambert, Robin Leader. Gary Legendre. Billy Leigh. Jannelle Le-mome. Lance LeVergne. Erin McCarty. David Morns. Cornellius Phillips. Lori Pierce. Pam Price. Craig Richhart. Leslie Robenstme. Donna Ross. Matt Schuette. Jeff Selbin. Magali Suarez. Kenneth Thevenet. Gina Vidrine. lislie Ward. Lachikita Warren. Greg Willins. Tara Wilson. Carol Younathon. Sharyli Muri Curley. John Wiltenmuth. Debra Collms. Connis Gollman. Officers: Barbara Coston. Vice President; Colleen Evanco. President: Ken Thevenet. Parliamentarian; Deanna Johnson. Reporter; Tara Wilson. Secretary. Jr. Beta employs service through projects The Junior Beta Club is a sister club with the bigger Senior Beta Club. Although affiliated with Senior Beta the Junior Beta has a completely separate identity of its own. The organization deals in service to the community and provides for its members an opportunity to enrich their communities. Projects were many for the 1978-79 year. Among them was a trip to Houston to enjoy the thrills, chills, and amusements of the famous playground for kids and adults. Astroworld. The president. Christine Young, was largely responsible for the excellent ideas. Other officers include Renea Gamble, vice-president; Karen Miller, secretary: and Liz Selby, treasurer. Sponsors for the club are Ms. Lydia Brown and Mrs. Audrey Hilton. Beta members met in Room 212. and on B day. Victoria Warren. Danette Ellis. Maria Fogleman. Leslie Loy. Keith Smith, Terri Buzbee. Colleen Meliet, Bill Crooks. Debbie Hall. Kim Miller. Denise Bradford. Donald Gauci. Leslie Zganjar, Terri Daly. Debbie Westhail. Franzeska Vandekop. Terri Bergeron. Renee Crowder. Somce Barr. Jenmne Bergeron. Renea Gamble. Charlene Thompson. Liz Selby. Anita Chatman. Tamme Wiltenmuth. Danny Dean. Robin Murphy. Laura Smith, Connie Bernard. Darla Crochet. Jeanne Broussard. Jakee LeBlanc. Jay Redman. Brain Perry. Jo Wafer. Karen Miller. Alice Nettles. Amy Masci. Kim Godso. Mary Brumfield. Cheryl Burns, Susan Boling. Kim McNamara. John Tsai. Mitzi Dias. Sandra Robertson, Wendy Bass. Kanwaipreet Singh. Phillis Dugas. Julia Linder. Sherri Janes. Beth Graham. Suzanne Norman. Christy Calmes. Wendy Holden. David Crochet. Karen Crain. Terri Alford. Todd Hinkic. Debbie Dufour. Deanna Roberts. Tina Emerson. Jo Nell Parker. Charlotte Parker, and Dana Huffman. Officers of the club: Liz Selby, treasurer; Christine Young, president; Karen Miller, secretary; and Renea Gamble, vice-president. Junior Beta Club 83 Alter the Charles Atlas exam ... you should have seen Jimmy Grissom before. HI Theatrics are a part of Thespian Julie Howell s everyday life. The Thespians, an honorary organization which promotes the theatre and its rewards, installed new members and supported all Baton Rouge theatrical productions in the 1978-79 school year. President Julia Howell and Vice-President Evan Thayer helped to install the 1978-79 new members, Kim Andrews and Judy Luno, and they worked heavily on making “OEDIPUS THE KING” a community success. Once. OEDIPUS” was completed. Mr. Phillips left on sabbatical and Ms. Ai-mee R. Gautreau succeeded him. Under her tutelage, the club raised its standards on admission and began a campaign to attend all plays in the parish. SCAPINO!” Ms. Gautreau's first production, was a great success. aided by the support of the Thespians. At year's end, Ms. Gautreau had begun making plans for next year's productions and new members were being considered. 84 Thespians 7 Thespians act for pleasure Thespians also are active money raisers. They sold confections at the ■. Fa Fair, and had a massive initiation -L ' day in which new members wore such odd attire as sheets, bedspreads, rugs and saran wrap. _____ The Thespians then considered a i playwrighting contest which would be open to all parish schools with the winning play being performed by the Baton Rouge High Thespians at a Thespian Conference of Theatre Cults. :k, Yerelle tlmro,Shaw Smith, Weill, Darryl Young, tin Btm, Mark Schneider and Peggy Walton are shorn as Officers Sofia Maristany. V.P.; Karen Gu-gich. Pres.; Becky Rothschild. Tres.: and Karen Morace. Exec. Committee; gather around the barre. Lead of the dance production. Rodeo ' was Tara Wilson. Pictured below are the members of the Dance Club. 86 Dance DanceDanceDanceDanceDanceDance The Baton Rouge High Dance Club not only is one of the busiest clubs at our school, but it also has the difficult task of promoting the art of dance throughout our parish. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Sharon Matthews, the club is under the leadership of President. Karen Gugich; Vice-President. Sophia Maristany; Treasurer. Becky Rothschild; and an executive committee composed of Karen Morace and Joni Stone. The club began the year by selling Baton Rouge High key chains and smart-looking Dance Club t-shirts. Many productions have been presented at L.S.U. and here at our school. The Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre, also under the direc- tion of Mrs. Sharon Matthews, has worked on many productions with our troupe and then has combined their dancers with our dancers to create a terrific success in putting fine performances on at B.R.H.S. Hopefully the two groups will be able to combine their talents continually. Law Club acquaints students with law The Baton Rouge High Law Club is a club devoted to learning all methods of crime prevention and in dealing with law enforcement. The Club also aims to acquaint interested students with career opportunities in law. Several activities were sponsored this year by the Law Club, including several field trips to police academics and to the Police Station. These trips were supervised by Law Club sponsors Mr. Helveston, Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. Wallace and Mrs. E. Brown. Officers for the 1978-79 school year were Chip Schneider; President, Emma Oliver, Vice-President: Kim McChessey, Secretary; and Kim Harris. Tres. Medieval Society encourages past and also fantasy. The “promotion of fantasy and medieval institutions is the primary aim of the Medieval Society, surely the most bizarre and mysterious of Baton Rouge High's organizations. Headed by Lord Alan. Lord Kenneth, Lady Katy. and Baron Brian, the society divides the school into kingdoms and rules them at whim. At the Fall Fair the Society wreaked havoc casting spells on unsuspecting victims. It was only flour they used, but they racked up nearly $50. Members of the 1978-79 Law club include: Laura Aymond. Anna Babin. Kenneth Badeaux. Gary Blades. Todd Bonaventure. Doreen Boudmot, Kathy Braud. Barry Brooks. Claudi Burris. Ins Burris. David Bugca. Gail Cage. Sally Cam. Helen Chambers. Davis. Cleveland. Byron Durham. Brian Foster. Nancy Fox. Stormy Gibbs. Tracy Gill. Chris Grenier. Cassandra Hagan. Eddie Hamilton. Sherri Hammond. Lette Harkins. Kim Harris. Jeame Harrison. Anne Hawes. Julie Hoffman. Billy Hoy. Mark Huey. Scott Knaus. Sarah Lappin. Jeff May. Kim McChesney. Karen McClung. Robin Meiser. Annette Minor. Jaso Oby. Henry Olinde. Emma Oliver. Dwanda Payne. Leslie Pennybacker. Fran Pino. Julie Rhodes. Hank Saurage. Chip Schneider. Kevin Shaw. Patty Siefcline. Julie Sixburry. Greg Smith. Lcannc Tailakscn. Chris Tilley. Dam Varnodo. Vickie Williams. Mike Wilson. Eliz Beard, and Joe Schexsneider. Members of the club are Alan Irvine. Kenneth Thrasher. Katy Wolfe. Bryan Keith Franklin. E.J. Mayeaux. Scott Standifer. Jim Pe-bruoeth. Billy Hecker. John Tsai. John Hanor. William Leigh. Marla Wilcox. Fred Leeper. Jay Shields. David Landon, Margeret Ducote. John Pitzel. Richard Parisiand Al Evans. 88 Law Medieval FCA — An opportunity for fellowship The Fellowship of Christian Athletes was organized by Baton Rouge High's athletic director Robert Holder for the purpose of giving some Christians of our school an opportunity for fellowship with one another. The organization also is concerned with providing spiritual insights to Biblical truths to encourage those who wish to pursue a career in religion. Chairpersons for the small but active organization are Anna Blocker and James Machen. Pictured are the 35 members of FCA. Members gather together in a friendly bond. Officers are Monica Green. Pam Williamson. Anna Blocker. James Machen. and Meg Kisner. Members join in conversation after prayer. FCA 89 FTA acquaints club of careers in education The Future Teachers of America is a small yet active organization which seeks to acquaint its members with information pertaining to a career in education. The club not only informs its members on career opportunities but on effective methods of study and course evaluation. President Tim Jackson says that the club spends most of its time visiting old folks homes and performing community deeds. Nearly 90% of the clubs members plan to major in education after high school and most of them pursue a teaching post in secondary schools. The members of FTA are Jodi Hoover. Tim Jackson. Martin Warren. DeAnn Pierce. Jennifer Midkiff. Julie Falcon. Son a Barr, R.J. Sc-galla. Laura Davis. Myra LeTique. Wendy Bass. Charlesetta Lewis. Dewanda Edwards. The officers of FTA are Jodi Hoover. RJ. Se-galla. DeAnn Pierce. Tim Jackson. Dewanda Edwards. Charlesetta Lewis. Sponsor of the small but active club is Mrs. Mary Smith. 90 FTA Chess Club promotes sport Promoting chess as a sport and providing tournaments within the student body is not an easy task, but the BRHS Chess Club performs with finesse, on and off the board. Many tournaments at the public library have been attended by club members and they have won many honors. They have also challenged other schools to tournaments and have come out looking admirable. President Rudy Morales and sponsor Mr. DiDomenica supervise all these activities and still some. A club as unique and varied as the Chess Club is an important aspect of Baton Rouge High and it is hoped it will continue. The officers of the Chess Club are Fred Cornell. Chris Chardon, and Rudy Mora-lez. The members of the Chess Club arc Gerrit Heyns. Tim Shamburgcr. Ward Sweat. Jeff Nielson. David Guild. Richard Perkins. Walton Dickson. Ravinder Srmvason. David Silver. Luke Young. John Pitzel. Lance La-Vergne. Al Evans. Ann Machen. Kevin Falcon. Chris Grenier. Jay Young. Earl Smith. Shayne Crouch. Tommy Slocum. Dihn Nguyen. Robert Hafele. David Sledge. Becky Howard. Ricky Noto. Jim Pebworth. Wray Zehrung. Fred Smith. Karl Williams. Gerard Viveiros. Ben Webb. Richard Wilson. David Smith. Carl Johnson. Patty Foster. Ben Sabbaghian. Cliff Johnson. Natalia Fisher. David Sun. Kimen Gig. Jesse Glasper. Members of the Chess Club enjoy their favorite game at lunch. Chess Club 91 While many students participate in an art class, only a small regulated group of truly dedicated art majors who are truly interested in pursuing a career in art are allowed admittance to the Art Majors Club. While the study of art in relation to a career is the most integral of pursuits, they also strive to promote visual arts in the school, city, and state. Under the leadership of Mr. Edward Barnes, the club had an extremely successful art show before Christmas which inspired much interest throughout the school. Gia Goudchaux. an outstanding art major, won second place in the McDonald’s window display. This was only one of many activities participated in by many art students. They also contribute greatly to all music and drama productions and the Belles and Beaux Pageant. Art Majors draws the artistically inclined Helping a prospective da Vinci is Mr. Barnes. The members of the Art Majors Club are Patrick Mrle Grady Pjnkerton. Kelli Scott. Steve Shomburger. Hardy Justice. Girt} Goud-rCh.iux. Aubrey Geddic. Cathy Hayes. Kattwn Davis. Li Me Taggart. J?aui Ldfebvre. Lita Riva. Wendi Haydeij Bo toor Vv Nancy’Johnson. Byron Durham. Joey Nimer and trieiJ«Seal. 92 Art Majors Club One of the money-making projects was a garage sale at Patrick McLean’s house. Members of the club brought old junk and other unwanted items from their homes and sold them to bargainers who came to support the club. In early February, an art show was presented to the school in the foyer. Several students made fine entries. Those who received awards were the following: Painting, 1st place, Chris Romain; 2nd, Patrick McLean; 3rd, Nancy Johnson. Drawings, 1st place. Gia Gouachaux; 2nd. Aubrey Geddie: 3rd. Nancy Johnson. Sculpture. 1st place. Patrick McLean; 2nd. Kathy Hayes; 3rd, Hardy Justice. Photography, 1st place, Greg Mil-neck; 2nd, John Courtney. 3rd, Chris Juneau. Patrick McLean stands with two of his paintings at the art exhibit. Posing for a picture in front of their Christmas window paintings at the LSU McDonald's are Paul LeFebvre. Byron Durham. Patrick McLean. Aubrey Gettye. Lita Riva, Tara Wilson, and Gia Goudchaux. Officers of the Art Majors Club are Kelli Scott. Paul LeFebvre. and Patrick McLean. Art Majors Club 93 T.V. Club — BRHS’s television society Members of the BRHS television society are quick to tell you that they are not a club but an organization devoted to learning more about the production aspects of television and photography. Sponsored by Mrs. Marti Wagner, the organization executed an extremely successful sale of buttons. With the selection of a picture and a caption of the buyer’s choice, the student body was subject to such buttons as ’’Shaun Cassidy is a Transvestite” and pictures of our favorite rock stars. The most popular? The creamy Linda Ronstadt. FMLA performs, creates music. The Future Music Leaders of America is an honorary organization designed to promote music in the school and community. Their activities include an annual jazz concert, a booth at the Fall Fair and concerts performed by FMLA members. The sponsor of the club is John Gerbrecht. The members of FMLA are Charles Boyd. Tara Roland. Donald Hill. Jan Gerbrecht. John Chandler. Cal Sumrall. Robin White. Darle Jines. Donna Green. Steve Ruffin. Mark Jackson. Shedrick Blakes. Matt Simmers. Helen Hsu. Beth Harrison. Suzanne Angcs. Donna Davis. Rae Lyn Morris. Linda Warren. Anna Blocker, and Marieke Van den Bold. The officers of FMLA are Charles Boyd. Pres.; Tara Roland. V. Pres.; Jan Ge-brecht. Treas.; Donald Hill. Sec.. 94 T.V. Club FMLA Art Club promotes visual arts I The Art Club is a mixture of students from all grade levels that represents the talents found here at B.R.H.S. The purpose of the club is to pomote the visual arts by means of art exhibits both here at school and at local sights. The members of tne Art Club are Aubrey Geddie. Gia Goudchaux. Kathy Braud. MiMi LeBlanc, Joy Dillion. Donna Talbot. Marianne Bruder, Robin Roberts. Ana Brodbeck, Damon Oneliion. Grady Pinkerton. Kathleen Davis. Devin Lemoine. Todd Bonaventure. Ernie Hernandez. Chris Harrell. Tern Alford. Chris Poche. MiMi Dim-mick. Jody Tomeny. Rajiv Jindia. Kelli Scott. Hardy Justice. Nancy Johnson. Paul LeFebvre. Agnes Wallace. Charlene Cannon. Sherri Hills. Kathy Hayes. Topeka Rabi. Jason Oby. Wendy Haydell. Jackie Garcia. Todd Grammer. Drew Pereboom. Leslie Robcnstine. Patrick McLean. Joey Nipper. George Jarrctt. Kevin Jernor. Carl'S Gremiliion. Lita Riva. Trisha Seal. Stor-mee Gibbs, and Steven Shamburger The officers of the Art Club pictured are Kelli Scott and Nancy Johnson Students enjoy the work presented by the club members. Art Club 95 Volleyball, a skillful and highly competitive sport, is held during early fall. The team members, coached by Miss Joan Stone, are diligent and hard-working. They are required to practice after school approximately seven hours per week. Many of the players have three to five years of experience behind them, as was clearly exhibited during the 1978 season. The two teams, varsity and junior-varsity, gave each of their opponents steadfast spikes and powerful serves. Home games drew large crowds and they roared with enthusiasm and excitement as the ball was nearly missed and later rescued. Other games, held at Port Allen, Rosenwald. Shady Grove, and Zachary were intriguing as well as grueling. The games were held on either Tuesday or Thursday, and in the late afternoon or early evening. Volleyball Team spikes successful season Varsity BRHS Port Allen 4 15 17 19 BRHS Rosenwald 15 3 15 4 BRHS Shady Grovo 13 15 15 11 7 15 BRHS Zachary 15 10 4 15 15 5 BRHS Central 5 15 15 8 14 16 BRHS Redemptorist 5 15 15 14 15 7 BRHS St. Joseph 5 15 15 10 14 16 BRHS Wood lawn 11 15 15 9 6 15 V___________J Seated left to right: Christy Calmes. Desi Moore. Phyllis Dugas. Beth Graham. Andy Segala. Second Row: Tracy Crouch. Erica LeDuff. Jackie Schiro. Robin White. Demetria Green. Chris Coleman. Third Row: Coach Joan Stone. Lisa Chambers. Rica Harris. Trina Dixon. Jill Collier. Cassandra Hagan. Not pictured: Erin McCarty. Darla Crochet, and Rae Morris. 98 Sports The team began practice on August 7, for their first game was scheduled for September 21. A successful season was expected, and the majority of the team members were satisfied with their efforts. Altogether, the junior-varsity team took a victory over half of the games played. The team showed improvement in many ways. A larger number of players were present, thus enabling them to change their strategies. This frequent change offset the balance of the opposing teams, for they were never given a chance to adjust to one set method of play. The players themselves were strong-willed and determined. and faced each game with a positive attitude. Their confidence in themselves made it even harder for the other teams to override them. In short, the volleyball team proved itself worthy of recognition and spirit. Cross Country Track Team sets the pace The cross country track team, coached by Mr. Butch Helveston. consists of both boys and girls who are required to practice eight-to-ten hours per week. The results of the meets they attended clearly show that their efforts paid off. Their season was highly successful, the team finishing either second or third in the majority of their meets. Only a few Baton Rouge area teams were able to defeat them. The team performed well against larger and more experienced schools. This is due mainly to the fact that their prime goal was to learn and improve weekly. As only one boy and one girl are graduating from this year’s team, it appears as if BRHS will continue to set the pace in cross country track. Many schools were represented in the District meet held at Independence P3rk. Jps fv rjg d.e otuatii ■HetoestohJ , Top Right: Standing left to right: Stephen Boolman. Teresa Maristany. Will Hinson. William Leigh. Richard Price. Peter Hartley Second Row: Ana Maristany. Bill Zollinger. Robert Hafell. Brad Davis. Ben Saul. Cleve Davis. Seated: Coach Helveston Bottom Right: Sprinting for the finish line is Saul Rothschild. Sports 101 Basketball is a popular pastime among students. The physical education classes at BRHS provide a multitude of opportunities. Many of the classes are co-ed and the ones which are not often get together for the sports they participate in. One of the leading arts is dance. Many girls as well as boys participate in this highly strenuous art. It takes extreme muscular action while at the same time requiring grace and perfection. Other strenuous activities include swimming and tennis. Swimming in-voles use of almost all muscles, while tennis calls for explicit concentration and conciseness. If a stroke in tennis is an inch or two off, the ball may fall within 5-to-10 feet of its original destination. Showing a front stroke is Mike Henderson. 102 Sports 1 Diversity is the theme of P.E. classes Hatha yoga is a highly popular art. being offered for first and second year students. It involves breathing techniques coordinated with physical movements, and is by far the most beneficial physically. Wrestling is one of the more popular sports, as the season is proving itself to be highly successful. Gymnastics is one of the stronger sports at BRHS. probably because of the immense variety of updated and specialized equipment. There are boys' and girls' teams, both of which practice many hours and are extremely dedicated. Golf is yet another sport which involves accuracy, precision, and concentration. It also takes, above all else, patience. Fastly becoming popular is the sport of fencing. An extremely arduous activity, it calls for a shaped-up. in-tune, all-together body. If one’s leg muscles are not stretched out and in good condition, skillful fencing will be impossible. The track and cross-country teams are among the most diligent and determined of the athletes. Many hours of practice are put in by each member. Basketball is played for fun. Altogether, the physical education classes provide such a divergence in activities that it is almost impossible for one to not have anything to do! ABOVE: Vaulting is only one of the events involved in gymnastics. RlGHT:A relevate in second position is one of the many exercises learned in dance. Sports 103 It truly is the way the ball bounces that governs the game. Green Machine takes first intramural championship Keeping the ball from passing into the fate of the Rebel team is Greg Perry. Battling against each other are Brian Courter and Kevin Courville. 104 Sports Baton Rouge High’s first intramural basketball program was enthusiastically received; over sixty boys participated in the roundball action. Under the direction of Coach Joe Calloway, the program involved practice, round-robin scrimmages and tournament Giving advice to Greg Perry on correct strategies is Fred Smith. Stretching towards a victory is Kevin Miller. RIGHT: Getting together in a huddle to plan their strategies are the members of the Whiz team. seeding before the final week of tourney action. Taking the championship tilt was the Green Machine who registered a narrow win. 42-40. over the Rebels. Calvin Greene spearheaded the Machine's offensive by pumping in 14 points; Greg Perry added 9 to the triumphant Green total. For the runnerup Rebels Todd Johnson tossed in 14 points while Walton Dickson aided the effort by adding 9 points. Prior to the finale, the Green Machine registered a 38-26 victory over the Wiz and a 58-44 win over the top-rated Nuggets. In the opening round, Greene announced his offensive threat for later by scorching the wickets for 19 points. Lars Gustafsson led the Wiz with 8 tallies. In the semi-finals. Greene again showed his offensive talents by leading the attack with 22 markers. Jeff Selbin with 14 and George Jarrett with 10 led the Nuggets’ effort. The second-ranked Rebels reached the final fray by scoring an impressive 59-36 win over the Night Hawks. Tod Johnson had the leading offensive effort of the tournament as he harrassed the opposition by accumulating 25 big points. Keith Moses with 10 markers led the outgunned Hawks. Sports 105 Wrestling is a very strategic as well as a demanding sport. The wrestler must decide within a split second which move he believes to be the most beneficial towards the defeat of his opponent. If his decision is shortly delayed or fractionally inaccurate, it may cost him the victory. Timing is extremely important, and to a certain extent luck is a large factor. If a wrestler can accurately predict what he believes will be his opponent’s next move, it can enable him to win the match. If his prediction is correct, he can quickly think ahead as to which position would be most satisfactory in preventing his opponent from executing a possibly decisive move. Wrestling has always been a strong sport at BRHS. and this year is no exception. Guided by Coach Holder, the team is very well organized and disciplined. v • k w ,, ,______________ 1 row, left to right: Todd Wesley Bloc tor, Noel Nieolle. Jimmy Hollis. Wesley Moore Joel Thomas. Kevin Browr Back row. loft to right: Debbie Hall (manager). Kevin Cyrus. Bil Ray. Kevin Newman David Morns. Kevin Miller. Jay Brown. Blount Williams, and Cindy Socha (manager). Each team member knows his requirements. expectations, and attainable goals. Altogether, the team consists of 16 members. They practice an average of three hours per week after school and approximately six hours per week during school. Many of the team members are enrolled in a sixth-hour wrestling class; therefore, they do not have to stay after school on Tuesdays. Wednesdays, or Fridays. The season was highly successful and Coach Holder was very pleased with the overall outcome. This was due largely in part to the many hours of practice involved and the determination shared by Coach Holder and his team members. 106 Sports m Calling the moves is Coach Holder. Team captains are Kevin Newman and Kevin Miller. The placement of a wrestler s hands in the correct position is vital. Wrestling uses mental moves too. Sports 107 J I Looks like a perfect putt by Matt Schutte With extreme concentration Lars Gustafsson attempts a par-saver. Members of the golf team are: (left to right) Ravender Srinivason. Ben Webb. Brian Courter. Matt Schuette. Ken Ba-deaux. Steve Buras. Kelly Lamer. Willie Moak. Lars Gustafsson. John Anderson. Members not shown are: Peter Dudley. Buddy Roussel. Barry Traylor. 108 Sports Golf focuses on concentration. A spring sport, golf involves extreme concentration and utilizes a player’s ability to analyze distances and coordinate them with the correct force involved in the swing. This strategic motion centers around the movement of the arms and the twisting of the waist as the golf club is brought behind the player’s back. Golf is not an easily mastered sport, for even the most intricate miscalculated swing can prove disastrous. Coached by Joe Calloway, the team members practice an average of nine hours a week. Meets are usually held at Howell Park and some are even played at Webb Park or Baker. Due to the dedication of the players and the hard work of Coach Calloway, this year’s team has improved greatly over last year's. The number of individual team members rose greatly as an increased interest among students for the sport developed. Also, this year’s team possessed quite a large number of experienced players. Matt Schuette, Brian Couter, and Lars Gustafsson contribute highly to the team's success. Willie Moak. Kelly Lanier, and Buddy Roussel were other top competitors. Their expected goal for the season was to win first or second place in the regional tournament in order to qualify for the state tournament. This goal was at the BREC-BRHS Invitational Golf Tournament where they took second place. The team expects to do very well in the State tournament. It’s clearly evident that this year has brought the team its most successful season. Kelly Lanier qualified for the state meet. With intense concentraton Brian Courter follows the ball. Getting into the swing of things is Barry Traylor. Gymnastics Is sport of skill and practice Preparing for hi$ final stunt is Mark Parsons. The B.R.H.S. boys gymnastics team is top notch, attending numerous invitationals and certain state meets. Coached by Steve Bonham, a devoted perfectionist, the boys are required to practice a minimum of ten to twelve hours per week. The team consists mainly of freshmen and sophomores. Although three seniors were lost from last year's team, there are still four or five prominent gymnasts. Jay Parsons, a junior. and Mark Parsons, a sophomore. serve as team Co-Captains. Other team members include Mark Courtney. Bill Webb, Carl Hicks. Eric Taylor, Bo Mullins. Jerry Chenevert. Keith Crochet, Todd Grammer. Keith Falcon, and John Zeringue. This year's team plans to cover all events in a more in-depth fashion. They are in- Perfectly executing a handstand-forward roll is Mark Parsons. Demonstrating his skills on the pommel horse is John Zeringue. John not only competes in high school varsity but also participates A.A.U. with the Baton Rouge Gymnastic Club. creasing the difficulty of their routines. this in turn benefiting their potential for qualification in the L.H.S.A.A. state meet. Team members’ strength, endurance, flexibility, and dedication are being tested to their fullest. As far as individual events go. the team is strongest in the floor exercise. Zeringue and Parsons are excessively strong in this event, being backed by Courtney and Chenevert. Zeringue is a diehard on the pommel horse. The two 'Budmen', Falcon and Crochet. are swinging pretty smoothly. Webb and Taylor are potential performers for the still rings, the most difficult of the events. The Parson brothers are strong on vaulting, being supported by Courtney. Grammer. Mullins, and Hicks. Again the Parson brothers lead on parallel bars and are anchored by Mullins and Taylor. Carl Hicks has a good swing on the horizontal bars. Jay Parsons is the only remaining member from the initial 1976-77 season. He has progressed from that time into the defending champion on high bar and all around for all La. high schools. Jay is currently working on improving his difficulty level on pommel horse, rings, and parallel bars in order to represent B.R.H.S. and La. in the U.S.G.F. nationals next fall. Mark Parsons is a letterman from last year’s runner-up L.H.S.A.A. state meet team. Gymnastically. Mark is probably the most structurally rounded gymnast on the team. That is to say he has all the qualities, flexibility, strength, and sense of rhythm. He looks to be a solid all-arounder for this season. Eric Taylor is one of the team’s super sophomores. Eric has been involved in gymnastics for IV2 years and has already shown great determination and drive. He is presently working all events except rings and vaulting, and these will be coming around soon. John Zeringue. a freshman, has participated in gymnastics for three years now through the Baton Rouge Gym Club. John has competed on the national level through the A.A.U. program, so we may see him travel again in the future. After he gets more hip and shoulder range of movement, he will be capable of some really good work, as he has lots of determination. Hanging motionless on the rings. Jay Par- Members of the Boy’s Gymnastics team sons seems to be meditating. He is execut- include Eric Taylor. Mark Parsons. Jay ing a move which requires great skill. Parsons, and John Zeringue Sports 11 i Preparing to execute the floor routine is Tracy Melancon. The Girls' Gymnastic Team repeated their triumph of years past in capturing the State Championship this year at the State High School Meet held here at BRHS. The meet was hosted by Coach “Smoo” Didomenica who was the only one in the state who volunteered to hold it. Participants practiced throughout the year to prepare for the Big Event , by going to qualifying meets held all over the state. The team Practices 12 hours a week plus extra before big meets. Winning at the State Meet were in Division III. Cindy Socha. 1st all-around; Division II, Sue Bartol. 1st all-around; Mechelle Tho- massaon. 2nd all-around; and in Division I, Patricia Gonzalez and Dondi Mullens tied for 3rd all-around. Congratulations to the team for all of its winning performances, this year and in the past. Team members are Liz Dargo. Linda Whitehouse, Sue Bartol, Mechelle Thomasson, Tracy Melancon, Melissa Denson. Cindy Harrell. Cindy Socha. Debra Ross. Kirsten Bal-kom, Patricia Gonzalez. Dondi Mullens, and Mary Jane Brown. i i Members of the team congratulate each other after a winning performance. 112 Gymnastics Girls’ gymnastic team sweeps state championship Performing a scale on the balance beam is Kirsten Balkom. Preparing tor an upswing on beam i$ I. Dr ago Watching Mechelle Thomasson work the Bars is Coach Holder Gymnastics 113 Within the past three years the fencing program at BRHS has grown immensely. The fencing team attended tournaments in both Boston and Houston. Brad Davis placed in the district finals, thus qualifying for the regionals. Coached by Ben Price, the team members practice an average of fifteen hours per week. Other leading team members include Matt Monrad and Jay Shields. Matt has only been fencing a little over a year, and has shown outstanding progress and determination. Jay has shown remarkable stamina. Jay placed third in the district and went on to place seventh in the regional. Overall, the fencing team did well in their competitive season. 1 M Sports jay Shield smiles in amusement as his team mate lunges. Sports 11 Swimmers stroke to victory lULilI lU npH m ir in m; j Persistence is prominent on (he minds of swimmers. The starting dive is the most strategic action in competitive swimming. ports Swimmers pause for a break before their next race limit tUIMAM The butterfly is one of the more difficult strokes. Anxiety prevails as the swimmers await their start. Diligence is vital. Competition is tough for the B.R.H.S. swim team. Many schools have extended swimming programs for years, and also participants who have competed since age twelve. The program at B.R.H.S. is growing rapidly as an increased interest in the sport has arisen. Swimming utilizes almost every muscle in the body. As a result of this, team members are in excellent physical condition. Breathing techniques are vital, even more so than the kicking of the legs. Muscular coordination of the upper torso must be achieved for maximum speed. Let's not forget the starting dive and the turn. A bad start may cost the swimmer the race; a slow turn may cause him to lose the lead. Mrs. Williams serves as a dedicated coach for the swimmers. Sports 117 Limber muscles are necessary for running. Boys’ track team -quality not quantity. Throwing the discus is Fred Smith. The boys track team led a vigorous season this year. Altogether the team paced through numerous meets which demanded excellent performances. The team competed well throughout their season, despite the many hours of practice which were lost to rainy afternoons. The team practices during and after school, and many energetic members run on their own time as well. A lot of preparation and technique compose a swift runner. Running is not done as easily as it appears to be. Exhibited correctly and most efficiently, running requires proper breathing, rhythmic pacing, and most of all. determination. Running must be something one wants to do and enjoys doing in order to be accomplished effectively. Coach Helveston keeps the men motivated and on their toes. Trips down to City Park and the L.S.U. lakes are not uncommon to the runners as Coach Helveston requires them to run long distances frequently. 118 Sports Sports 119 Female runners step in stride. Practicing for the relay race are Tammy Payton and Ann Machen. Below: Concentrating on her shotput throw is Nanette Whickers. Bottom Right: Prepared to start the race is Ann Machen. Participation and interest in girls’ track has grown and spread among the co-eds of BRHS. More young girls are running now than in previous years. This fact may be partly due to the triumph of the boys’ team along with the cross country teams’ competitive season. The female members of the cross country team performed remarkably well during their season. The Maristany sisters, who placed in the district cross country finals, are the most active members of the team. Coach Holder leads the team through their spring season and checks to make sure they are keeping a steady pace under the harshness of the sun. 120 Sports Running to victory is Sophia Maristany. Exhibiting extreme concentration is Carl Johnson. Carl is a regional champion. Everyone has to take a break once in a while. 122 Sports Many team members have been playing numerous years, and they exhibit their abilities well out on the courts. One can never get enough practice, and every team member can vouch for that. The co-ed members can always be found on the court after school as well as on those early Saturday mornings when we're all in bed recooperating from the night before. In tennis a strong serve can cause a player to be victorious. Tennis is ever-growing in popularity at B.R.H.S. More and more serious players are trying out for the team and regular tennis classes are packed full. There are those playing for fun and those playing the games. Strategy is utilized to its fullest extent both in serious competition and in “rowdy” playing. A challenging sport, tennis requires agility in all areas. One must be quick enough to make snap decisions which would normally require a moments meditation. Proper form is by far most important. If an arm is not straight or at the right angle, the ball may travel to some undesirable destination. If a toe is pointed the wrong way or one’s head is cocked awkwardly, the ball may go no higher than two feet. Tennis team shows it is not at fault Reaching for an overhead is Roxanne Rivera. Sports 123 Showing an imaginative routine in floor exercise is junior Cindy So-cha Doing a routine on the balance beam requires precision and concentration; Tracy Melancon performs in like manner. B.R.H.S. had a successful athletic season in 78-79; tennis is a prime example. Mr. DeJean’s Bulldog netmen captured the regional championship and placed 2nd in state. Individually. Carl Johnson won the regional title and was a state semi-finalist; while; Ricky Wilson was 2nd locally and a State quarter-finalist. In cross country. Brad Davis led the team to a 3rd place finish in the district and he qualified for the two-mile run in track. Ralph Dietrich won his division in the wrestling regional competition, while Kevin Newman took 3rd place in his division. Jay Shields. Matt Monrad, and Curt Neal took honors in National Olympic, Junior State, and State fencing meets. Kelly Lanier qualified for the state golf meet, while Lisa Breaux took second in the state feminine competition. The Girls' gymnastics team won the state title, while the boys claimed second. In swimming, the girls took 6th in state and the boys. 9th. 124 Sports B.R.H.S. athletes — big champs! Working out in the two-mile work for which he moved to the regional meet is Brad Davis. Tying for first in the BREC BRHS meet, golfers show promise for a good season in 80: here Lars Gustafsson shows his swing Placing second in the state mile run required much practice for Theresa Maristany. By capturing the runner-up position in the state, the tennis team relied on all members: Ravmder Srimvasan shows his forehand Sports 12! B.R.H.S. Sports Rosters Wrestling Wesley Blocker Todd Borne Kevin Brown Jay Brown Kevin Cyrus Ralph Dietrich Mick Hickis l3ne lejeune Kevin Newman Noel Nicole Billy Ray Joel Thomas Bloowt Williams Fencing Nancy Anderson Leslie Jackson John Kuzcnski Fred Leeper Matt Monrad Rudy Moralez Curt Neal Smokie Neill Jay Shields Thomas Slocum John Tsai Swimming Sheila Achee Lisa Anthony Susan Bartol Rhctt Bergeron Kevin Carls Greg Carlson Mickey Cronan Shanna Fossey David Hicks Renee Lejeune Robin Meyer Linda Miller Gary Price Chip Schneider Jeanmc Tessier Heather Wallace Girls’ Gymnastics Kirsten Ballcam Cynthia Harrell Susan Bartol Tracey Melancon Mary Jane Brown Cynthia Socha Melissa Denson Michelle Thomasson Liz Drago Linda Whitehouse Golf Volleyball Christy Calmes Rica Harris Crystalyn Coleman Erica LeDuff Jill Collier Erin McCurty Daria Crochet Dcsimonde Moore Trena Dixon Roe Morns Phyliss Duvall Andria Segalla Beth Graham Jackie Schiro Demetria Green lisa Wellington Cassandra Hagan Robin White John Anderson Kenneth Badeaux Stephen Buras Brian Courter Peter Dudley Lars Gustafsson Kelly Lanier Willie Moak Buddy Roussel Matt Schuette Barry Traylor Ben Webb Boys’ Track Allen Boozer Girls' Track Jimmy Curtis Brad Davis Eileen Armstrong Clevc Davis Kara Cundy Robert Hafele Amy Daiensbourge Will Henson Demetria Green Darryl Lawrence Bridget Hargrdue Ben Myers Nada Higgins Richard Price Erica Ledofe Alan Purvis Ann Macher Fred Rossier Sofia Maristany Saul Rothchild Teresa Maristany Ben Sabbaghian Karen McClung Fred Smith Valarie Miller Jeff Steele Tammy Payton Scott Tehghard Minette Wicker I I President Julia Howell is easy-going and interested as well as involved in many theatre productions. She considers acting her biggest talent and feeding the ducks at L.S.U. her favorite pastime. Julia can occasionally be found drawing on weekday afternoons or singing and dancing Saturday nights away. Julia carries many responsibilities while placing many demands upon herself. She successfully maintains her office and is striving to graduate v ith honors. She plans to attend L.S.U. and major in speech, and focuses a minimum amount of interest on teaching. During her spare time she enjoys walking along the levee and pruning (sliding down hills on blocks of ice) on the grounds of the old state capitol. She enjoys a luncheon consisting of french-fries and chocolate pie at Picadilly Cafeteria Julia is currently acting as Pres, of Thespians and served as Vice-Pres. the previous year. She participated in many drama productions: The Diary of Adam and Eve (1976), The Roar of the Grease Paint, the Smell of the Crowd (1977), Little Mary Sunshine (1978, and Natalie Needs a Nitie. Due to Julia’s determination and ability as a leader, temala, Germany, Italy. France. Japan, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Mexico, and Iran. Foreign languages and singing are among her prevalent talents. She is also interested in a variety of people. Begona can always be found reaching out to or helping anyone walking along her way. She spends most of her leisure time with her family. Begona is involved in numerous clubs and play productions. She is currently Pres, of Tri-Hi-Y, and served as Jr. class Vice-Pres. (77-78) as well as Freshman class Vice-Pres. (75-76). She now stands as Sec.-Treas. of Hi-Y Inter club and as a Senator at Youth Legislature, where she was a representative in 1977-1978. the senior class has established unity and upheld a worthy reputation. Vice-Pres Begona Chambers is involved in many activities and possesses many well-rounded talents and interests. She considers traveling her favorite hobby, especially in Latin American and Europe. Begona has visited such countries as Spain. Turkey. Thailand. Gua- Officers committed I to excellence 130 Senior Officers Secretary Tara Twink” Wilson is a member of the Baton Rouge Ballet theatre and the Baton Rouge High School dance theatre. She enjoys traveling, helping others, easy listening music and joking. Tara assumes leadership in many other organizations; Secretary of Senior Beta; President of the Senior Teen Group of Jack and Jill of America. Inc; School Board Member at La. Girls State. (Assessor of E.B.R. Parish) Tara has participated in numerous Baton Rouge Bal Sleeping soundly is vice-president Begona Chambers, looking suave and debonair is treasurer Jimmy Grissom. let performances both at the Baton Rouge Little Theatre and here at school. This past year, she played a leading role in Irish Suite. Although she does not plan to take up ballet professionally, she will continue dancing throughout her life both as a hobby and interest. Planning to major in psychology, she has applied to Newcomb University. Millsaps. and Agnes Scott in order to get a master. Senior Officers 131 Nadine Amar Louise Anderson Sandra Aucoin John Bailey Arthur Barrios Lawrence Melissa Baugh Lucy Bergeron Bartholomew Seniors look forward to the future and frown on the past Now that we are Seniors and are priding ourselves on our dignity and our important problems like meeting college application deadlines, sweating out achievement tests and making sure we’re seen when we visit Mr. Gatti’s or the White Horse Tavern, we tend to be a little hard on our underclassmen. We laugh when they bring Shaun Cassidy notebooks to school or when they wear Kiss t-shirts or even worse, when they ask where the elevator is. We laugh and tease and totally forget that we once thought Brownsville Station was so great (remember ‘‘Smokin’ in the Boys Room?”), that Lee Majors was the best actor in the world, that a day without clearasil was like a day without sunshine, that riding the bus in the “back seat” was cool, that all books by Victoria Holt. Barbara Cartland. and Grace Livingston Hill were magnificent, and that any guy with sideburns and any girl with cleavage was our dream mate. We think we’ve outgrown these things, but think about it, we buy magazines like People which sport cover pictures of people like Farrah Fawcett-Majors. Cheryl Tiegs. and John Travolta. 132 Seniors Anna Blocker Michael Bloodworth Carlin Bloom Theresa Booker Chevis Boone Bridgett Boutte Charles Boyd Relaxing on the main campus with a little music are Drew Pereboom. Matt Wilson. Hardy Justice, and Patrick Heine. Kathleen Braud Lloyd Braud Shaun Breaux Dan Brock Celeste Broussard Susan Browning Nancy Brumfield Sharing a special secret with Laura Turk is Marty Lafluer. i Seniors 133 Some of us have seen ‘‘Saturday Night Fever” six times or Rocky Horror” twelve times. Rhett and Scarlett still evoke our innermost passions when they appear on the screen, we talk about “Mork and Mindy” as if it were the only important thing to discuss on Friday morning, and several lockers sport pictures of Kris Kristofferson. Burt Reynolds, and at least twenty Penthouse models. Who says we've lost our hero” effect? We still go see movies just because Barbra Streisand or Clint Eastwood are in it. and how many bad albums have you bought just because it carried a well known name (like Foreigner's, Double Vision, or the four solo albums of the Kiss members), we really haven't changed, but our circumstances have. We are facing the challenge and exciting and sometimes horrifying idea of leaving our high school — a place we’ve come to know and love, and many of us are leaving people very important to us. Our parents, relatives, friends, and teachers have helped us in many ways and while we are thankful for all they have done for us, many of us are anxious to get away from it all” and begin our own lives. Our colleges and careers await us and we are more than ready to accomodate them. A smile helps senior Jackie McCarty move toward graduation. Kevin Newman downs yet another swig of his favorite drink. Challenges await Tim Burke Gail Cage John Chandler Charlene Cannon Greg Carlson Mark Carpenter outgoing seniors pUNCUv 134 Seniors Paul Carson I I I Keith Carter Begonia Chambers George Clark Jill Collier Deborah Collins I I I Bill Concrly Barbara Coston Richard Cotten Brian Courter Sharyll Curley L. Reece David Dinah Davis Donna Davis Brian Crochet Lance Davis Terrilyn Davis During the recent replace them. Gordie Deroach Trent Didier teacher strike, several odd substitutes were found to Wayne Kirkpatrick is talented in many fields. His main interest is in drama, and he has proven himself as a versatile actor. He has appeared in 1776, Scapino, and sang in Mish-Mash. Wayne has an excellent singing voice which lures girls' hearts toward him. He always manages to keep everyone laughing and is easy-going even at the most crucial times. Wayne has an excellent sense of humor; he often cracks boisterous jokes at subtle times. Tara Wilson enjoys being the focus of attention at BRHS. She can always be found joking around. Tara's talent is dancing, and she devotes most of her time towards improving herself. She is Sr. class secretary and is affectionately called by her dance nickname Seniors pick favorites who will last forever •'twink standing for twinkle toes. Begona Chambers is a very popular senior known for her bubbly personality and infectious laugh. Her fellow classmates like her because she makes them feel appreciated when she is around them. She is vice-president of the Sr. class, and is president of Tri-Hi-Y, a service organization, this year. 136 Senior Favorites Teddy Gandy is an energetic and outstanding senior. That he won senior class favorite came as a surprise to no one. Teddy likes flying kites, loud pulsing music, and a good rousing game of basketball. Also quite a ladies man, he is an active photographer, and can talk anyone's ear off. He takes the most stringent courses and he plans to attend college. While he possesses a great sense of humor, he can be very serious and instrumental in aiding the S.G.A. and other school functions. Julie Howell is a senior who has achieved much while she has been at BRHS. Small and cute as a button, Julie has a fantastic personality and widespread talents. She has appeared in almost every production the Music Theater Workshop has put on. Julie also possesses highly acclaimed leadership qualities, being president of the Sr. class and president of the Thespian Club. Jimmy Grissom is highly regarded by the seniors of 79. He is well-known on campus as “the guy who is fantastically funny’’ It is true Jimmy is hilarious, combining several aspects of his personality to produce sharp, often satiric, wit. His personality is so Steve Martinish it is impossible to ever anticipate his next move. Besides being the class clown , Jimmy is also the Sr. class of '79's treasurer and has a weekly column as film critic in CAMPUS CURRENTS. Senior Favorites 137 Baton Rouge High School is blessed to have so many talented and devoted students, for that is what makes our school so unique and personal. We have many students who. through hard work and dependability, have made certain aspects of Baton Rouge High successful. Felicia Phillips is not only extremely attractive but also very resourceful. She has taken care of money and tickets for all productions of Baton Rouge High's Music Theater Workshop, while also appearing in several concerts. Felicia was an expert scene-stealer in The Roar of the Greasepaint the Smell of the Crowd and her charms on stage have been further exhibited in the annual Belles and Beaux Pageant, which she has participated in for three years. Al Evans is another Senior who makes Baton Rouge High School a vital and controversial place. His bracing columns in the CAMPUS CURRENTS (of which he is assistant Editor) are caustic, brutal and devastatingly accurate. His reviews are in-depth and bordering on satire as are his contributions to POTPOURRI of which he is editor. His poems have won many honors and his style of writing is widely recognized. Gladly, the FRICASSEE staff extends our recognition to Al for his great contribution to our school. Karen Dommguc Margaret Ducote Tammy Dyson Robert Earle Dwonda Edwards Janet Eisworth Yvette Elmore Demetria Ennis Colleen Evanco Aelwyn Evans Hard work pays off; seniors enjoy success. How many more malts until graduation? ‘I 1 1 Laughing at photographer John Courtney is senior Erin McCarty. During the lunch shift various seniors relax while enjoying the folksy sounds provided by Chris Juneau and Grady Pinkerton. We know Patricia Evans Joseph Farmer Becky Fitch Remette Fontenot Tammie Forbes Bryan Franklin James Freeman William Gallagher III Bettye Gandy Teddy Gandy All of us feel a certain amount of apprehension about leaving the security of a high school and going to a university of 30,000 people or more and out-of-state worse yet. We realize we are becoming real live adults. Responsibility and the future are knocking on our private world. To help us retain our sanity each of us has personal aspirations and goals which we will work for and hopefully attain. In such a diversi- fied and unique atmosphere each of us has the opportunity to develop into well-rounded people with a sense of our own worth and personal integrity. Baton Rouge High graduates will certainly contribute a large portion of their time and talents to enhance their community in the future. Through the development of such principled individuals Baton Rouge High has completed the ultimate educational process. Elizabeth Geddie William George Seniors 139 Jed Gerbrecht Patricia Gonzales Neal Gowdy Tamara Gray Demetria Green Carlis Grcmillion Chris Grenier Cassandra Hagan Chris Hannaman Aubrey Harris Kevin Hartquist Kathy Hayes Billy Hecker Many of us wonder what we and our fellow classmates will develop into after college and the years thereafter. All of us will have the opportunity to view this spectacle in the form of a ten-year reunion. Some of the people at school we wonder about are listed below. Will “Bud George be a well known musician in the class of Chuck Mangione? Will Jay Young become president of the Texas A M student government association? Will Steve Romano become a member of a punk rock group? Will Robert Lanoux become a barber? Will John Wiltenmuth flunk out of Annapolis? Will Patricia Gonzalez ever marry a millionaire? (Dream on!) Will Beth Randolph get a Ph.D from Spencer Draughon? Will Jimmy Grissom ever become Clark Gable? These are just a few of the zany questions students wonder and ponder upon. Senior Kelli Scott examines the wind blown look. 140 Seniors Ramonde Honore Julie Howell Above: Taking time for the pause that refreshes. seniors Julie Howell. Robert Lanoux. Tara Wilson. Brian Courter, and Yvette Elmore enjoy the Valentine’s Dance. William Hoy Mary Hunts Alan Irv.ne Darryl Jackson George Jarrett Stephen Jmes Timothy Jackson The end is near Seniors 141 Belinda Johnson Deanna Johnson Ladon Johnson Todd Johnson Tom Jones Robert Jones Alison Kinney Wayne Kirkpatrick Martial LaFluer Chris Juneau Hardy Justice Margaret Kelly Kate Lamb William Landon Robert Lanoux Lee Leavitt Michelle Leblanc Richard Lee What are you, “The Pits” or “Influential”? As everyone knows, (if you don't label yourself with a “P”). in high school we all want to set the trends and strive to be “big wheels or the influential ones! Mark an I for influential or a P for pits next to the following statements, then decide what you are. ________Your locker combination escapes your memory everyday and the janitor has to open it with all your friends watching. ________You turn down your letter jacket because you think it’s materialistic. ________You accidentally wear different color socks (or eyeshadow) and start a fad. ________ You fail all your classes because you’re always on the phone with your boyfriend girlfriend. If you get more “P“s than ’T’s then you’re the PITS! and vica versa. If you get an even number you’re normal. average, or mediocre! Fortunately the seniors at BRHS are probably all influential and (of course) will be monumental sucesses. 142 Seniors Seniors find time to sit on campus. Kelli Scott A smile only helps Bridget Boutte's cars, and Grady Pinkerton await graduation. Jacqueline McCarty William McFatter Patrick McLean Elizabeth McTaggert Elizabeth Miksa Kevin Miller Stacy Mills Greg Milncck Annette Minor Sheryl Moore John Mitchell Harla Moore Seniors 143 Keith Moses Annette Mouhot Frank Murray Kevin Newman Ricky Noto Leo James Odom Elizabeth Pearson Richard Parisi Drew Pereboom Bryan Osborne Kevin O’Neal Richard Perkins Felicia Phillips Ronald Piedrahita Lori Pierce Grady Pinkerton Martin Podorsky Getting measured for letter jackets are. Mark Tullos. Melisa Baugh, and Whit Tabor. Todd Pourciau Beth Randolph Emit Redden Robert Richhart Donald Romaine Stephen Romano Carol Rovik Patrice Rozier Madeline Rubenstem Sheila Schilling Matthew Schuette Ray Sartor Alina Sanchez Kell. Scott Sharon Segaila Deborah Selbin Jeffrey Selbin Kevin Shaw Julie Sixbury Kim Scott Seniors. Seniors. Seniors! The chant is heard daily and written on bathroom walls. Everyone knows seniors have terminal diseases. I mean they act sooo weird. Actually its just the annual epidemic of senior-itis . We define it as an affliction not a disease which affects all adolescents who are in their last year of high school. Symptoms are as follows: 1. The uncontrollable aversion to all schoolwork. 2. The need to get bombed every weekend. 3. The desire to have four different dates a weekend. 4. The need to say wanna drag to the car next to yours. Of course there are others but these are the most easily recognizable. Do not mistake senioritis for mononucleosis. Mono is a symptom of senioritis. Infectious senioritis? Fred Smith John Smith Shawne Smith Seniors 145 Hi. I'm Jill, come fly with me. Donna Streat David Sun Jamie Tabor Ravinder Srinivasan Scott Standifer Elisa Stone Whit Tabor Edward Tan Evan Thaylor Kenneth Thevenet Flora Thomas Mechelle Thomasson Kenneth Thrasher Tina Trammell Mark Tullos Laura Turk David Valiquette Enthusiasm rampant among seniors 146 Seniors Marieke Van Denbold Dale Viola Agnes Wallace Peggy Walton Lachikita Warren Linda Warren Bobette Williams Allen Wilson Matt Wilson Tara Wilson Jchn Wiltenmuth Mickey Wiltz Senior Tim Jones dreams about his Florida trip. James Young Luke Young Vanessa Young Kathryn Wolfe Carol Younathan Darryl Young Seniors 147 Seniors think; 1 Top right: Registered as maggot 0007 is Deborah Selbin. Middle right: The original idea of taking a picture of someone taking a picture was made up by Greg Milneck. Bottom right: Concentrating on the filming of a T.V. skit is Ronnie Piedrahita. 148 Seniors . Top: Smiles of commencement come early. around September, for Deann3 Johnson. Left: Seniors Chris Juneau and Grady Pinkerton get into some popular bluegrass music. 8ottom left: Finding humor in various places, who knows what Richard Parisi is laughing about now Bottom right: Quick to obey any sign is Alan Irvine. J A pensive Tarra Jacobs doesn't notice a happy Cherie Spillman. 150 Junior Class Juniors Excel In Many Areas But Spirit Is Strongest Everyone knows Scooter Elliott tries to impress. A junior ring brings a smile to DeDe Anders. Junior Class 151 The officers of the Junior Class include Jimmy Curtis. President; Liz Hawes. Vice-President; Joy Johnson. Secretary; and Cindy Harrell. Treasurer. Junior President Jimmy Curtis is active in many extracurricular activities. He is involved in mind-expanding courses such as Advanced Art Exploration and Architecture. Jimmy also exhibits creative talent and leadership in working as assistant editor for the Fricassee. In the future he plans to major in Sororities while attending L.S.U. His most probable goals are either a career in political science, accounting, or business administration. He enjoys listening to music, planning school activities, and working with his fellow classmates. Vice-President Liz Hawes is mainly interested in architecture. She is currently enrolled in Architectural Drafting II. and enjoys the class thoroughly. Liz is active physically as well as academically. She is a member of the tennis team and also serves as manager for the gymnastics team. She is a member of Roundtable, and is a Key Club sweetheart. One of her favorite hobbies is playing the guitar. She finds it very relaxing and fulfilling after a typical, hard, demanding day of school. Another of her favorite activities is writing. She enjoys being creative, and anyone who knows her well cannot deny it. Showing a pensive mood, vice-president Liz Hawes ponders plans for the Jr .-Sr. Prom. 152 Junior Class Officers Talented Juniors Are Led By Extraordinary Officers Talented Junior Class Officers’ Interests Are Widespread. Secretary Joy Johnson is very outgoing and industrious. She highly enjoys partying, working with fellow classmates, serving others, and dancing. She plans to attend the Southeastern School of Nursing for her bachelor of science degree. She is an active member of Tri-Hi-Y, belongs to the Dance Club, and also serves on the S.G.A. Treasurer Cindy Harrell has a wide variety of interests including music, sports, theater, and social activities. She is a member of Tri-Hi-Y and serves as treasurer for the Drama Club. Her talents are widespread; gymnastics, playing the piano, and acting are but a few. Her hobbies include football and water skiing. The many talents of Joy Johnson are put to work as Junior Class Secretary. Junior Class Treasurer. Cindy Harrell displayed her modeling abilities at the 1978 Fall Fashion Show. The idea of all the hours of work necessary to being a class secretary amuses Joy Johnson. Cindy Harrell is not only active in student government, but she participates in gymnastics. Tri-Hi-Y and Chorus. Junior Class Officers 153 With much excitement and spirit, the Junior Class began the year proposing class unity, varied activities, and a Junior-Senior Prom to be proud of. Under the leadership of President Jimmy Curtis, the class sponsored a Jambalaya booth at the Fall Fair which, not only involved many volunteer workers, but received a great profit as well. Working closely with Jimmy are Liz Hawes, Vice-President; Joy Johnson, Secretary; and Cindy Harrell. Treasurer. It is no surprise that the Junior Class strongly supports their officers, for they are an ambitious, dedicated. and hard-working group. Listening ti telling us. Maria K Anders. Deidre Anderson. John Anderson. Nancy Andrews. Kimberly Ashley. Kim Babin. Anna Badeauz. Kenneth Barrett. Peggy Barrios. Theresa Barton. Chet Baugh. Janet Baxter. Cheri Benton. Charles Bergeron. Yevette Beverly. Deasie 8izette. Sonoare Blakes. Shederick Blazek. Michael 154 Junior Class Juniors Begin Year In High Spirits Blocker. Wesley Bolner. James Booth. Gregory Boucher. Henry Boudinot. Doreen Boudreaux. Ronald Breau. Karen Breaud. Bambi Brian. Melinda Brian. Melissa Brooks. Samuel Brown. James Brown. Stephen Buchtel. Lisa Buckley. David Buras. Claudia Burris. Iris Burton. Carol Cambre. Tracy Carey. Gina Carls. Kevin Carpenter. Luther Carr. Kimen Carrier. Michelle Carter. Kevin Cary. Daranne Chambers. Leasia Chardon. Christopher Junior Class 155 Apparently Julie Cutrer doesn’t find the world of chemistry terribly exciting as she eyes something more interesting in the back of the room. Christophe. Sharon Clark. Catherine Clark. Karla Coleman. Brenda Collier. Alice Cooper. Kim Cornell. Fred Crayton. Eryka Creft. Marion Cronan, John Crow. Catherine Crowder. Judy Curtis. James Cutler. Linda Cutrer. Julie Darensbourg. Jennifer Davis. Kathleen Dawes. Maura Dawson. Edward Decuir. Julie Denham. Sharon Dennard. Brenda Dickson. Walton Dillon. Dawn Drago. Donna Drago. Jennifer Dunn. Tyler Durham. Joseph Eagles. Susan Early. Ann 156 Junior Class Most Juniors College-Bound Nearly 75% of the Class plans to attend college, where they will continue study in their Baton Rouge High majors. The majors in which Juniors excell are Dramatics. Science. Mathematics, and English. Such careers as singers, engineers, doctors, and lawyers are being considered. There is no single activity at our school which the Juniors do not participate in. They have great influence throughout the school and are greatly respected in their endeavors. In a recent poll 83% of the Class had participated in a Junior Class activity and 91% of the Class were pleased with the officers. Apathy is not condoned. Eisworth. Brenda Elliott. Clarence Engulio. Barry Farrar. Melanie Faucette. Mary Fontenot. Rosalyn Foster. Patricia Fox. Nancy Galentine. Regina Gill. Tracy Godchaux, Gia Goynes. Lora Greely. Joel Green. Monica Greene. Calvin Griffin, Brenda Guedry. Debra Gugich. Karen Junior Class 157 Sweet Sixteen is the age of most Juniors. They are too old to play with toys and too young to drink beer legally. Many persons feel this is the roughest age of your teenage life. There are a few Juniors who will turn seventeen before the school year ends. These students are now old enough to go to 44R rated movies legally. At seventeen you are no longer a minor but you are not an adult either. It is sometimes hard to cope with. Stuck In The Middle With Age Hammond. Sherri Hammond. John Haney. Juan Hanks. Rose Hanor. John Hargrove. Bridget Harkins. Laura Harrison. Jeanne Hart. Vaughan Hartley. Peter Hawes. Elizabeth Hayden. Judson Hayes. Cheryl Henderson. Michael Hernandez. Shawne Heyns. Gerrit Hicks. David Hill. Donald Hill. Linda Himcl. Earl Hinson. Melinda Honore. Madonna Hopkins. Jayne Hubbard, Janet 158 Junior Class Huye. Michael Imes. Mark Jack. Leonard Jackson. John Jacob. Tarra Jambon. Paul Jarreau. Eugene Jenkins. Sharon Jetty. Lisa Joffrion. Ralph Johnson. Joy Johnson. Nancy Johnson. Sarita Johnson. Kenneth Kennedy. Darryl Kennedy. Maria Knaus. Russell Knight. Veionna Lambert. Angela Lambert. Darlene Lang. Lisa Lanier. Joseph Lasalle. Dant Laurent. Donna Lavergne. Lance Lawrence. Darryl Leader. Robin Leblanc. Michael Leeper. Frederick Lefebvre. Paul Junior Class 159 rr rr It i Legendre. Gary Leigh. William Lemieux. Colette Lemoine. Janelle Leonard. Johanna Lomaglio. Mark Luno. Judith Lu$k. Karla Magazine. Kimberly Magee. Michael Magee. Steven May. Jeffrey McClure. Alice McMrary. Pamela McElvecn. Donald McLin. Dee McNulty. Lorraine Medeci. Mary Mehrotra. Daisy Meliet. Wendy Meyers. Benjamin Millendcr, Kevin Miller. Brian Miller. Paul Miller. Richard Milneck. Kristie Mitchell. Kathleen Mitchell. Lauren Moak. William Monrad. Matthew A Third English? When most students reach their Junior year they have very few required courses left. Usually a third English credit and an American History credit are on their curriculum. There are a number of ways that Juniors may take these credits. They may take Humanities, a correlated program of American History and English III, or American History and Advanced Language Skills. Advanced Composition, or Bibical Literature. Juniors at Baton Rouge High are offered American Studies Humanities. a two-credit course that focuses on American life in varous periods. in addition to art. architecture, dance, music, and. of course, literature and History. Humanities instructors. Fred Shirley and Paul Vanderburg, are as unique as the course itself. Mr. Vanderburg works closely with the History segment of the program, while Mr. Shirley directs the English portion. Mr. Shirley enjoys the fact that. Humanities demonstrates well the interdependence of knowledge. Taking a rest on a sunny Dawes 160 Junior Class 1 Moore. Desimonae Moore. David Morace. Karen Moralez. Rudolfo Moran. Deborah Morris. David Morris. Elizabeth Musso. Traci Nardin. Paula Neece. Rebecca Traylor. Neil Nettles. Alice Newton. Amelia Newton. Andre Nickerson. Mary Nicolle. Noel Nipper. Joseph Nuernberg. Michael Oliver. Emma Parish. Linda Parker. Robert Payne. Wanda Pebworth. James Pelichet. Terrie Pennybacker. Leslie Perault. Stephen Perkins. Tara Perry. Gregory Peters. Carol Phillips. Cornelius J Junior Class 161 Preparations For Prom — A Long Task What is being a Junior? Being a Junior is ordering class rings, sponsoring a Junior-Senior Prom, hoping for Senior privileges, striving to overcome being an underclassman, sweating through Vanderburg-Shirley humanities tests, catching the latest movie, digging new disco fashions, laughing at Leif Garrett, and most importantly, being a Junior — an important person to be. Preparation for the Junior-Senior Prom begins in the summer. Themes must be dreamed up. a date set. a band contacted, and much more. After school begins members of the class are given a chance to vote on final issues concerning the Prom. It is traditional for the Junior Class to finance the Prom as a final gift to the Seniors; thus, many money making projects are sponsored by the Juniors. The Prom is the biggest occasion of the year for the Juniors and they work hard to make it great. Pinell. Cynthia Poplin. Rebecca Porter. James Potts. Alicia Pourciau. Lorie Price. Gary Price. Richard Purvis. Alan Pye. Franklin Rabalais. Gerard Raby. Topeka Rak. David Randolph. Hugh Range, Carla Ratcliff. Christopher Rhodes. Juliann Rice. Valerie Richardson. Victoria Richey. Mary Ritter. John Rivero. Roxanne Robenstine. Leslie Roberts. Karl Rogers, Toni 162 Junior Class Rosenbaum. Alan Rosenbaum. Cynthia Ross. Donna Rothschild. Rebecca Roussel. Louis Routt. Madonna Ruffin. Paula Sanders. Frederick Sartor. Angela Saurage. Henry Scarbrough, Marion Schiro. Jeremy Schneider. Mark Scott. Deetra Seal. Patricia Sellars. Debbie Shadravan, Farhad Shah. Prathmesh Shamburger. Dora Shephard. Sharon Siebeling. Patty Singleton. Charles Slocum. Thomas Smith. Cheryl Smith. David Smith. Douglas Spears. Tamika Spiers. Tracy Spillman. Cherie St Amant. Charlotte J Junior Class 163 Sterling. Marlea Stewart. Terri Stone, Joni Stone, Sonya Strother. Frances Suerez. Magali Sumrall. Herbert Sutton. William Tallaksen. Leanne Telhiard. William Tomney. Pat Tsia. John Tureau. Troy Turner. Melisse Valenti. John Van Den 8old. Michiel Varnado. Marlene Vaughn. Stephanie Vidrine. Gina Viveiros. Gerard Walker, Julie Walsh. Laurie Ward. Leslie Webb. William Rings, Rings, Rings And More Rings . . . In the Fall of the year Juniors are approached by Josten’s to purchase class rings. Rings range in price from $60 to $125 depending on what you want in the ring. Design your own is one of the common phrases heard around this time of the year. It refers to choosing your own style, emblem, setting, ect., in the ring. Many students wish to have their birthstone placed in the ring, but the most common ring is yellow-gold with an emerald stone. Two rings were given away at the Fall Fair. The two winners were Janelle Lemoine and Barry Engolio. Some students choose to purchase rings from the local jewelers. They are often cheaper than those from the school and you are given a variety. The new things in rings this year are the dinner rings for girls. A turn from the traditional ring, it is thought by many to be more practical. The dinner ring often combines the school name with a diamond and is much smaller than the normal ring; thus, girls enjoy wearing it longer. 164 Junior Class 2W£; The Junior Class at BRHS is unique and special in many aspects, their prominent features being that they will be the first class to complete a full four years under the Magnet program. The students have more than proved that their talents are numerous. Being Juniors, their actions and attitudes are of primary importance, for they are the main source of communication between other classes. As a Junior, unfamiliar responsibilities must be met and fulfilled. while old procedures and hab- its must at times be abandoned. It is they who must work closely with the Seniors, yet also keep the communications flowing smoothly between the sophomores and freshmen. One’s Junior year marks a critical time academically. Students find themselves faced with research papers. essay tests, numerous chapters to memorize, chemical formulae. writing assignments, and often three tests within the same day. Weill, Gus Wellington. Lisa Wharton. Carolle Chomping down on a tasty sausage. Tad Williams sports a •’Hello as well. White, Eric Whitfield. Giselle Wiggins, Kelly Williams. Karen Williams. Tad Williamston, Pamela Willins. Gregory Wilson. Janet Wilson. Michael Wilson. 'Wanda Zartman. Alison Zganjar. Cheryl Junior Class Juniors Seek New Electives Juniors are at an advantage in the number of courses offered to them. The majority of the students enroll in Advanced Composition. Algebra II, Chemistry, and (of course) American History. As so many Juniors carry heavy schedules, they begin to find out just exactly what “too much to do’’ signifies. For the first time, they are actually going home from school just to start right back again when they arrive. Homework becomes outrageously excessive, and tests become extremely detailed and complicated. Vet it is this work and preparation that assures them the most ultimate goal, to be a successful Senior. RIGHT: Not sure she is really with it Soni Bizette shows surprise to the camera. FAR RIGHT: Awaiting her cue at the piano. Cheryl Zganjar listens to the fellow orchestra members. Awaiting a test result from Mrs. Harelson is junior Gerald Adcock. 166 Junior Class Top Left: Giving a troubled stare is Sharon Shepherd. Above: Happy about the outcome is Kristie Mil-ncck. Middle left: Watching intensely is Lisa Bucktel. Junior Class 167 1979 junior Favorite Cindy Harrell enjoys participating in all outdoor sports; she is a hiking, football, and water skiing enthusiast. She is also a member of the championship gymnastics team, winning first in the state on the uneven parallel bars. Cindy is a leader within her class as she is junior class treas. Junior Desi Moore is interested in many things. She sings, runs track, and “just gets along with everybody” says one of her classmates. She possesses qualities of leadership as she is the vice-president of Y-Teens and is a member of Jr. Achievement. Favorite Liz Hawes is active in all aspects of her school life. She is junior class vice-president, a member of the tennis team, and key club sweetheart. Liz’s sweet smile is always a pleasant addition to her classmates’ school days. 168 Junior Favorites are favorites chosen Jimmy Curtis is noted among the juniors for his personality as well as his ability to get things done. He exhibits remarkable leadership qualities and possesses excellent ideas for class functions and events. Jimmy enjoys dancing and driving his Firebird. FaFa Shadravan’s main pasttime is the girls of the junior class. He is very witty, and his double-meaning remarks keep the women on their toes. FaFa is interested in drama and also participates in many choral activities. Freddie Sanders is an active member of both the wrestling and track teams. He served as co-captain in wrestling and competes in many areas of track. The long jump is his best event, and he enjoys winning in the 440 and 880 relays. Freddie mingles with everyone. always having something nice to say. Junior Favorites 169 In September, the Sophomore class was plunged, along with nearly seventy-five others, into a heated and long-awaited campaign. The elected officers for the Sophomore class are vivacious and dependable. They are also talented and versatile: their interests are as varied as their plans for the class. President Karen Miller has her hand in Draft Technology. Advanced Language Skills. Chemistry I. Tennis. Geometry and enough dramatic flair for Basic Communications. Vice-President Keith Smith works out in Gymnastics, jazzes up in Jazz I and Music Fundamentals, and has time to work out the gray matter in Geometry. Chemistry and Advanced Language Skills. Debbie Westall who functions as Secretary is busy in music, taking both Music Theory and Piano II. She excels in Advanced Language Skills. Math II and IPS. Treasurer Tina Bodman has interests ranging from Tennis to Oceanography to French II. back to the blahs with Chemistry I and Advanced Language Skills. Upcoming events are hoped to succeed as well as I did the Cotton Candy Booth at the Fall Fair. Wondering what class activities to plan next, the sophomore officers put their brains to work. 170 lith, always sports a smile. Enjoying the role of an observer. Tina Baldwin watches the squirrels happily. Sophomore officers prove dependability. Sophomore Officers 171 Sophomores elect fellow classmates as their favorites. Expressing a, nounccd, Jll 1111 I mu n 'in n M in ii wonderful sense of humor. iuidry. tX Karen Miller serves as President of the Sophomore class aside from being a class favorite. She enjoys dancing, mainly going out to the local discos. She is enrolled in drafting, and may enter architecture as a profession. Jill Macalusa is noted among the sophomore class as being very out-going and fun to be around. She was also a participant in the Belle and Beaux pageant. Cleveland Davis is interested in engineering and hopes to be an engineer in the future. He runs track, is an active swimmer, and enjoys tubing on lazy Sunday afternoons. His hobby is automobiles, mainly sports cars. 172 Sophomore Favorites Below Top: On his way to take his class favorite picture is Cleveland Davis. Right: The sun-kissed smile of Karen Miller is always dazzling. Below Bottom: A look of bewilderment os Scot Berlin receives the news of winning class favorite. Sophomore Favorites 173 Jack Guidry is interested in basketball and football. In his leisure time he gets in as much partying as possible. His main interest is girls, and he spends a lot of time making sure the class of '81 stays on top of all the fun. Scot Berlin is an active party-goer and is involved in numerous school functions. He is interested in science and drafting technology; his favorite pastime is acting crazy and getting people roudy. Anrea Williams is a member of the Student Council and an active member of the Dance Club. She enjoys teaching modern and jazz dancing. Her hobbies include ceramic painting and modeling. In the future she hopes to become a psychologist. Sophomore Year Marks Turning Point Adcock. Melanie Addison, Lawrence Agmhotri. Gauri Ambcau. Aaron Arccncaux. Thomas Audiffred, Patrick Babin. Dennis Babin. Stephen Bagent. Sherri Baldwin. Lisa Barnard. Dionese Barnum. Brent Dreaming of a career is not an uncommon sight. One's sophomore year marks a turning point in many aspects. As it is the second year of high school, many things that were once a hassle become merely simple routine. A perfect example of this is the grueling struggle up to the third floor. Also, it is not quite as confusing for students to remember which classes to go to on what days. Sophomores are now familiarized to a certain extent with the way the school system is set up and governed. 174 Sophomore Class What is a sophomore? A sophomore is someone who tries harder. A sophomore is that special student that gets lots to do and little recognition.” ‘A sophomore is alive. Trying to keep his fans interested is Mike Rowland 8arr, Soma Bass. Wendy Beaird. Elisabeth Beeson. John Bennett. Carmen Bergeron. Terri Berlin. Scot Bernard. Connie Black. Sonya Bodman. Tanya Bolden. Lori Bolger. Susan Boling. Susan Bonaventure. Jeffrey Bradford. Dorothy Brooks. Barry Broussard. Jeanne Brown. Sandra Sophomore Class 175 Brown. Stacy Brumfield. Mary Bubola. Gabrielle Buras. Stephen Burks. Laura Burns. Cheryl Burris. Lida Buzbee. Terri Caldwell. Charles Cailari, Karen Caimes. Christy Campo. Christopher Cane. Sally Cappiello. John Carey. Ramon Catherine. Deidre Chambers. Helen Chatman. Anita Sophs Strive For Success Sophomores are often forgotten because they aren't constantly regaled as Seniors, involved in class rings and pre-graduation plans as Juniors, and they have none of the anxiety and excitement of being a new student as Freshman. Clark. Lemmuel Cobb. Jeffrey Cobbins. Lisa Cohn. Madelyn Collins. Paula Constantinides. Helen Corbin. Elmer Cotton. Julianne Cox. Elizabeth Crawford. Demetris Crochet. Darla Crochet. David 176 Sophomore Class Sophomores are offered a detailed selection of courses and participate in a number of events. Drivers education, an event that almost all sophomores participate in and enjoy thoroughly, is held during the physical education classes. Students are required to drive alternately with another student for approximately six weeks. Other courses for sophomores include Advanced Lang. Skills and Composition. Geometry. Biology, and a wide choice of electives, including Marine Biology. Oceanography, and Foreign Languages. Helping Wendel Evans into the trashcan is Darryl Whittington. Crochet. Mary Crouch. Gregory Crowder, Renee Cupit, Mary Ann Cyrus. Kevin Dabney. Lisa Davis. Cleveland Davis. James Davis. Katherine Davis. Laura Davis. Michelle Dean. Danny Dehart. Lance Dibenedetto. Carroll Diehl. Lisa Dietz. Diana Dillon. Jyotibala Dudley. Peter Dudley. Scott Duffy. Karen Dufour, Denise Duncan. Wendi Dunn. Yeshiva Edwards. Cheryl Sophomore Class 177 I. Class Of ’81 Unifies Itself Through Activities Emerson. Tina Epperson. Sharon Evans. Wendell Eyster. Sylvia Falcon. Julie Farrier. Celeste Filer. Kristin Finley. Sidney Fitch. Tammy Fontenot. Marcella Fontenot. Tamera Ford. Jeffrey Fossey. Shana Foster, Bryan Fox. Nobia Frisbee. Mary Gamble. Jcana Garrison. Brenda Garrison. Shannon Gascon, Stacie Gaspard. Shelia Gauci. Donald Gerbrecht. Jan Godso. Kim The sophomores fight apathy and involve themselves in uniting a large class in a series of activities which necessitate total involvement. Singing Talking in your Sleep . Cindy Vos-burg wins a 1st '. 178 Sophomore Class Goins. Cedric Goyer. Douglas Griffin. Timi Guidry. Jack Hafele, Robert Hall. Debra Hall, Lanita Hamilton. Edward Hamilton. Raenada Hamway. William Hannaman. Stephen Harris. Kimberly Harrison. Jeffrey Hawes. Anne Haydel. Wendi Held, Michael Hemphill. William Hicks. Carl Doing something that must be done is a must for Barry Hobbs. Hilburn. Johnna Hill. Jennifer Hill. Lolita Hill. Sherlita Holden. Wendy Holmes. Lisa Holt. Stephen Honore. Rise Hoover. Jodie Sophomore Class 179 Sophs work and play hard. A student may find his experiences during his Sophomore year at Baton Rouge High quite different from his experiences as a Freshman. Reaching the Sophomore year means one has successfully completed the first level of the magnet program. Each year a number of students must drop out of BRHS as they cannot meet the requirements. To be among the survivors is quite an accomplishment. Active and hard-working are words to describe Christine Young. Horton. David Howard. Rebecca Huggett. Heather Hunsicker. Deborah Irvine. Leslie Jackson. Alisa Jackson. Timothy Jambon. Dean Janes. Sherri Johnson Jr. Guy Johnson. Clifton Johnson. Creola Johnson. Patrick Jones. Justin Juneau. Jill Justice. Delicia Keever. Karey Kelly. Maria 180 Sophomore Class Keown, La Tefy Kmg. Reginal Kinney. Arden Kisner, Margaret Koenig. Gretchen Kotar, Karen As Sophomores, students no longer face the harrassment from upper classmen about being babies (Freshmen). There are. however. two sides to this point. Freshmen students are able to get away with anything and the upper classmen pass it off by saying. “They're just Freshmen,” but as Sophomores, students no longer have that excuse. They are expected to settle down and concentrate on their studies. Running is work and fun for Sophia Maris-tany. Warming up with music and song. Sophomore Scott Mitchell and Junior FaFa Sha-dravan work hard to perform well. Lamendola. Joseph Lamont. Sanford Lane. Gordon Lartigue. Myra Lawrence. Carin Leblanc. Joel Lcjcunc. Julia Lejcune. Lane Lemoine. Devin Lennart. Skinnart Linder. Julia Lovering, Kevin Sophomore Class 181 Sophomores Are Enthusiastic Luker, Dee Macalusa. Jill Mahaffey. Merilee Manning. Donald Marble. Tammy Maristany. Sofia Marx. Timothy Mascarella. Dana Masci. Amy May. Robert Mayeux. Robin McNamara. Kimberlie McChesny. Kimberle McClung, Karen McDougall. David McDuffy. Jeffrey McGraw, Kenneth McKenzie. Charles McVay. Ellen Meliet. Colleen Midkiff. Jennifer Miller. Daniel Miller. Karen Miller. Kim Minor. Stephen Mitchell. William Moody. Carolyn Moore. Gwendolyn Moorhead. Brian Moran. Deborah 182 Sophomore Class Giving her campaign speech is Tanya Bodman. Morgan. Kevin Morris. James Moss. Taylor Mullins. Robert Murphy. Robin Myers. Michael Myers. Philip Myers. Robert Nations. Deana Neals. Joseph Nettles. Alice Newkome. Melanie Ngyen. Dinh Nielson. Jeffrey Norman. Suzanne Oby, Jason Olmde. Henry Patterson. Mary Payne. Kent Penny. Sarah Perrin. Vivienne Activities Encourage Sophomore Spirit Pete. Edward Philippart. Christopher Pierce. Deann Pitzel. John Presedo, Veronica Rapp. Erich Reech. Joel Reinninger. Deborah Ribes. Ellen Ricard. Todd Richard. Nolan Riley. Sharon Rings. Matthew Riva. Pearlita Rivero. George Roberts. Angela Roberts. Christopher Robinson. Michael In September, the entire class became involved in the school elections and nearly twenty students were running for office. Elected were Karen Miller, President; Keith Smith. Vice-President; Debbie Westall. Secretary; and Tina Bodman, Treasurer. These officers held a cotten candy booth at the Fall Fair and are already planning numerous activities for the spring. Marveling at the wonders of chemistry are Karen Wiltz and friends. 184 Sophomores Rome. Charles Ross. Paula Rothschild. Jesse Rowland. Michael Rowland. Tara Ruffin. Stephen Salario. Michael Sauoer. Joyce Schexnailder. Joseph Schiro. Jackie Schneider. Charles Schneider. Shelley Segalla. Roland Selby. Elizabeth Sellars. Chris Shamburgcr. Timothy Shields. Joseph Silver. Jonathan Simoneau. Barbara Sixbury. Dwayne Skinner. Stephanie Sophomore Class 185 Variety Provides Interest At BRHS Sledge. Edward Smith. Brian Smith. Gregory Smith. Jeannine Smith. Jeffrey Smith. Keith Smith. Laura Smith. Robin Smith. Sonceree Stanga. Christa Steele. Jeffrey Stepter. Efren Stewart. Stephen Sullivan. Molly Sumrall. Calhoun Sweat. Ward Tamas. Mark Tan. Cindy Teihiard, Thomas Tennent, Norris Tessier. Jeanine Thomas. Joel Thomas. William Thompson. Charlene Tilley. Christopher Tolle. Tammy Tomeny. Patrick Traylor. Barry Traylor. Frances Tullos. Matthew Valiquette. Michelle Vicknair. Nestor Vosburg. Cynthia Wafer. Martha Walker. Joni Wallace. Steven 186 Sophomore Class Warren. Victoria Weisen. Jerome Westall. Debra Whittington. Darryl Whittington. Lee Ann Williams, Anrea Williams. Karl Williams. Karl3 Williams. Virginia Williams. Blount Willis. Michael Wilson. Ann That is the answer a sophomore volunteered on a recent survey when asked Why did you decide to attend Baton Rouge High?” The reasons vary, but the results do not. All students achieve an independence that not only aids them educationally but socially as well. Wilson. Richard Wilson, Terral Wiltenmuth. Tamme Wiltz. Karen Winston. Jackie Wittmer, Michael Woods. Douglas Woods. Teresa Wright. Sherry Sophomore Class 187 188 Freshmen Officers Remember when you were a Freshman? Remember when you got your skirt caught in your locker?, or fell down the stairs?, or asked where the elevator was?, or wondered what a tube steak could be? Don’t feel left out. over five-hundred neophyte “maggots” are experiencing the humiliation and excitement of being a freshman in a big school. They are all in it together too. and they’re coming out mighty strong. Freshmen always feel left out, but the class elections found them with over twenty candidates for office, and an assembly wildly enthusiastic. Top: Spending time in his natural habitat is Scott Guidry, he is the personable president of his class. Below: Contemplating her class activities and her duties as an officer is Sally Adcock. Below: With a smile on her face. Lizzie Hecker thinks of plans for the freshmen class. President-elect Scot Guidry is out for omitting the assumption that freshmen are bottom rung and inactive. He seems the man for the job. for his interests are varied and creative. His classes include Algebra I, Biology I. Contemporary Art Media, symphonic Band. Language Usage Skills, and tennis. Vice-President Lizzie Hecker is enrolled in You and the Law. Language Usage Skills. Dance II, Basic Communications. Algebra I, and Biology I. Secretary Sally Adcock uses her time wisely in Language Usage Skills. Algebra I, Typing I. Dance I. You and the Law and Biology I. Shamir Shah is the Freshman Treasurer. He is enrolled in You and the Law, Language Usage Skills. Algebra I, Tennis. Biology I. and Symphonic Band. “Is this world crazy or am I? asks Samir Shah. The Freshman officers show enthusiasm posing for the picture Freshman Display Leadership Freshman Class 189 Freshman favorites show friendliness Daydreaming about the summer vacation is Freshman Favorite Melissa Gustafsson. Always with a smile is Steve Bolden. Holding the tree up. Freshman Favorite Jessie Glasper wonders when someone will come to relieve him. Tennis, photography, jogging, painting, swimming, ballet, boating, music and all outdoor sports are the interests of Freshman favorite Alison Munson. Also a member of the Jr. Beta Club. Dance Club, and Y-Teens. she is an active Magnet. She also participated in the Belles and Beaux pageant. Natalia Fisher is a versatile and talented class favorite. Her hobbies include swimming, piano, reading, sewing, ceramics, handicrafts, and music. She is a member of the 4-H Club and Chess Club. Melissa Gustafsson enjoys working with children along with attending BRHS. Her hobbies include art and piano, and her sports activities include tennis, swimming and canoeing. Melissa is a versatile and highly regarded student. Steve Bolden is interested in becoming a Civil Engineer. His hobbies and interests include a wide range of topics. Swimming, a talent as well as a hobby, consumes a large portion of Steve's spare time. In the leisure time which is absolutely occupied by nothing else, he enjoys building models. Jessie Glasper is a well rounded and ambitious student, besides being popular. His hobbies include track, swimming and wild, fast cars. After graduation from high school he plans to attend college and major in engineering. 190 Freshman Favorites One of the last of the Southern Belle’s is Favorite Alison Munson. Freshman favorite John Zeringue is not only a popular freshman, but a busy one. Besides enduring the usual hassles of being a freshman. John enjoys tubing, motorcycling, camping, swimming, diving, water skiing and shooting pool. He is also an outstanding gymnastics team member and competed in many of this years activities. Ambitious, yet humorous, his nickname often heard in the hallways in Nhoj Eugnirez (you figure it out). Relieved to hear that she made it through her first year at BRHS is Freshman Favorite Natalia Fisher. BRHS's answer to the Incredible Hulk is Freshman Favorite John Zeringue. Freshman Favorite 191 Never to scoff at his peers is Brian Em-mick. Masquerading as the little boy who put his finger in the dike is Sondra Jones. 192 Freshman Class Freshmen readily accept roles in magnet concept Each freshman at Baton Rouge High is to be congratulated for making the decision to attend our school. A great sacrifice was made when our freshman students chose Baton Rouge High as their high school, for the traditional aspects of high school are not to be found here. We do offer many of the usual high school activities but they achieve a unique quality here, one not found elsewhere. The freshman class adds to this quality so vital to our school. One freshman put it best — “Even though I'm learning, it’s like I’m not going to school.” Taking a rest at the noon time break. Emily Mallet dreams of after school activities. Aymond. Laur; Babin. Gina Babin, Jacquel Babin. Marshal Babin III. Edmc Bacot. Kathryn Alford. Terri Allen. Julie Allison. Cathy Ambeau, Jason Anderson. Zandra Anthony. Lisa Banks. Lisa Bartol. Anne Beaird. Margaret Bell. Christopher Bergeron. Rhett Bergeron. Yvette 194 Freshman Class Freshmen Add To The Quality Of BRHS Right: Discussing the hassles of school are Tanya Karg and Mark Lavaihe. Below: Two out of five freshman would rather have their picture taken than work. Bolm, Mary Eonnano. Leigh Bond. Julie Bozer. Allen Braud. Denise Breaux. Lisa Brock. Darlene 8rodbeck. Ana Brown, Jay Brown. Mary Bruder. Marianne Bryant. Vanessa Bugea. David Burke. Todd Butler. Angela Caffarel. Joseph Cain. Michael Carls. Lori Freshman Class 195 The Freshman class at Baton Rouge High is just what their name implies, “fresh” out of Junior High. All of the freshman are new and excited students looking forward to their first high school year. Many are overwhelmed by the immensity of “High School”. Making new friends and working hard is the goal of many. For others, becoming accustomed to hour and a half long classes seems to be the ultimate goal. The rookies of the school also try to get used to having no recesses. The freshman are the “new blood” of our school. Through the great attitude that is expressed by the class of 82 we can tell that this class will be a successful one. Below: Always with a smile on her face is Heather Wallace. Right: Pausing for a breather is Sara Eilers. Bottom Middle: During a hot day at BRHS. freshman students air out their armpits. Carnahan. Ira Cefalu. Kim Chaney. Traci Chenevert. Gerard Chustz. Bridget Clayton. Warren Clement. Allen Conran. Julia Cram. Karen 196 Freshman Class Freshmen Will Be A Success Cranford. Keith Creehan. Denise Crisler. Christine Crochet. Keith Crouch. Tracy Cundy. Kara D'Avy. Melanie Dallam. Laura Daly. Theresa Davis. Andrew Davis. Chevelle Davis. Delmon Davis. Kimberly Dawes. Mary DeJean. Sharon Dietrich. Ralph Dillon. Leslie Dimmick. Martha Dixon. Steven Dixon, Trina Domma. Ruth Edwards. James Edwards. Saundra Eilers. Sarah Dufour. Deborah Durham. Brian Edwards. Brandt Freshman Class 197 Freshmen Encounter New Experiences Although Freshmen may miss the Disco scene at local night spots, they quickly jump into the high school beat by showing their best moves at school-sponsored dances. Social activities begin to bloom in the freshmen's garden of events; they now join the dating world in full force. R-rated movies boom in the near future; motion pictures show them the new slant of life they now view and soon join. At home. Saturday Night Live is a must! Other television shows such as Laverne and Shirley” and “The Hardy Boys” begin to fade from viewing times. Moreover, study habits are beginning to form and time schedules alter. Reading becomes a more frequent home activity, for more demands are now on young shoulders. Each of these events builds increasing responsibility. Ellis. Oanette Emmich. Maurice Engolio. Andrew Esnault. Desiree Even. Kathy Falcon. Kevin Falcon. Michael Farmer. Carolyn Ferguson. Kenneth Fischer. Thomas Fisher. Natalia Fitzgerald. Karen Fogleman. Maria Forbes II. James Ford. Toni Taking drafting seriously are Dale Sands and Chris Filer. 198 Freshman Class Frisbee. Cynthia Gaines. Barbara Garcia. Jacqueline Gebhart. Lauri Gibbs. Stormee Glasper, Jesse Glaze. Terrence Franz. Jr.. Max French. Terri Ever ready with the quote of the day is Ferdie Hintze. Forshaw, Thomas Fossier. Fred Goodwin. Anthony Goyer. Susan Grammer, Todd Greely. Jane Green. Donna Guelfo. Karen Gugich, George Guidry. Scot Gustafsson. Melissa Hafford. Cednc Freshman Class 199 Hall. Richard Harris. Lois Harris. Lydia Harris. Martha Harrison. Beth Hart. James Hartley. Pamela Haskins. Daniel Hecker. Elizabeth Hernandez. Ernest Hernandez. Kerry Heroy. Paul Harkins. Lcttie Hollis. James Hinkle. Todd Hinson. William Hintze. Ferdinand Hoffman. Julie Henry. Bubba Hoover. Diana Hsu. Helen Huffman. Dana Jackman. Mark Jackson. Chauncey Jackson. Leslie Jackson. Tracy Jindia. Rajiv Jines. Darla Johnson. Carl Johnson. Eileen Johnson. Roosevetta Johnson. Tammy Jolla. Shelia Jones. Jeffrey Karg. Tania Kuntay. Kenny Kerr. Phillip Koch. Theodore Kuzenski. John Labrie, Carmen Lafleur. Janet Lanoux. Raymond 200 Freshman Class 1 Holding the eyes of Linda Miller is Jonelle Parker. Freshmen are lively Lisa, Jackson Lashover. Kirby Laurence. Oliver Laurent. Kevin Lavalley. Mark LeBlanc. Jessie LeBlanc. Jon Lieho. Lisa Lingard. Robert Liter. John LeMieux. Danielle Leuse. Lawanda Loupe. Kerry Loy. Leslie Lowe. Marilois Maestre. Betty Magee. John Macout, Uwanna Maristany. Teresa Martin. Angela Manchester. Mel Mayeux. Marcy McClain. Velvet McElroy. Meredith McLin. Randall McMillan. Dalton Mcijer. Robin Freshman Class 201 Melancon. Tracey Miceli. Paul Michael. Angela Miller. Linda Miller. Renee Miller. Susan Miller. Valoric Morgan. Elizabeth Morris. Kristen Morris. Michael Morris. Rae Lyn Munson. Allison Musso. Karen Nelson, Rocky Newman. Audrey Nicolle, Lynn Nuelton. Walt Oglesby. Leslie Onellion. Damon Oppel. Johanna Pearl. Minnie Parker. Charlotte ■ Parker. Jo Nell Partridge. Keith Penny. Aimec Perry. William Pino. Frances Poche, Christopher Porter. Tracy Pork. Lome Posey. Jeanie Purty. Kenda Pugh. Byron Radford. Paul Randolph. Aileen Ray. William Redman. Jay Ribes. Michele Ricard. Darryl Ricard. Paulette Rinker. Sue Rivers. Vickie 202 Freshman Class Winning is the name of the game for Freshen en. Roberts. Deonno Roberts. Robm Rom water. Jawmo Robinson. Smokey Rodgers. Charles Rogers. Elizabeth Romaine. Christopher Rosenbaum. Susan Rossman, Kathleen Rothschild. Saul Sabbaghian, Bahman Sanchez. Melanie Sands. Dale Saurage. Jennifer Self. Joseph Severance. Barbara Shah. Samir Shamburger. Stephen Shields. Brooke tiegel, Diana immons. Matthew Freshmen are triumphant group. Freshman Class 203 Singh. Kanwalpree Slange III. Andrew Slaughter. William Smolle. Buster Smith. Gary Smith. John Spivey. Lori Starns. Eric Stevens. Sherri Stone. Elisa Freshmen enjoy school Being a Freshman means participating in class activities. 204 Freshman Class ; I Discussing the day's events are Eric Taylor and Russell Wallace. As the new “babies in a high school, freshmen greet a variety of ridicule and caricature. Upperclassmen enjoy instant superiority and soon relegate their greener peers to roles of subordination. Although it is harsh, the freshmen sense a feeling of belonging. They soon seek club memberships — many of which are new and exciting to them: Fencing, Chess, Future Music, etc. In addition, the ninth grade finds high school the chance to organize and unify. They elect class officers and begin money-making projects for the future. They join intra-mural athletic teams as well as interscholastic sports units. Each move creates inner strength for the class and the person. Urrechaga. Laura Valentine. Karen Van de Kop. Franziska Ventress. Nancy Thornton. John Tomeny. Jody Troxclair. Alice Way. Floyd Whittington. Russell Wilcox. Rena Williamson Jr.. Larry Wiltz. Jennifer Womack. Donna Wood. Jeffrey Yarbro. Rebecca Zifold. Arnie Zeringue. John Zganjar, Leslie Zollinger. William Wright. Shirley Watts. Whitney Webb. Benjamin WaWa. Baba Wharton, Jennifer 206 Freshman Class Freshmen are a lively bunch. Freshmen cheer their class on at the Anything Goes Olympics. Principal r Here another problem is faced boldly by Mr Faucette. Hmm I wonder whats for lunch today” says Mr. Faucette. And the next time they ask me if Farrah Fawcet is my sister I think I'll quit says Mr. Faucette to Ms. Guiliot. The success of Baton Rouge High is mainly due to the students and their dedication to the school and their peers, but a great deal of the credit must go to our administrators. Principal Lee Faucette not only supervises the Magnet concept, he created it three years ago and put it into action. His love for the school and his experience make him an ideal leader. He was named outstanding Male Graduate at L.S.U. in 1962 and his record at the University of Georgia is exemplary. He taught at Baker High School in 1962 and then became their Vice-Principal. He also served as a salesman for Houghton-Mifflin between 1972 and 1974. He then began his quest for a Magnet School. t 210 Faculty Making sure that no one holds-up the school cafeteria. Mr. Williams keeps guard. Don't shoot me I'm only the assistant principal” pleads Ms. Guillot. Performing one of the many tasks of Assistant Principal is Mr Williams. Asst. Principals Assistant-Principal in charge of instruction is a job that requires skill and patience. Miss Mary Lee Guillot not only fulfills her duties, but many more. She comes to us from McKinley High School, where she served as Assistant-Principal. Before that she taught Humanities at Istrouma Senior High. Earlier she taught civics at Terrebone High. Mr. Freddie Williams, our Assistant-Principal, is not only a popular figure on campus and a good disciplinarian. but is also a part-time actor, having appeared at the Baton Rouge Little Theater in Neil Simon's God's Favorite.” He received his Masters Degree from L.S.U. and once taught English in Puerto Rico. Faculty 211 Ed Barnes John Dobbs Sharon Matthews Hal Phillips Martie Wagner Everyone participates in school elections; seen here. Mrs. Wagner wears campaign slogans. Giving instructions to his class is Mr. Ed Barnes. Before casting a play. Hal Phillips observes tryouts. Taking a break from dance class. Sharon Matthews prowls the halls. The Arts are an extremely integral part of the curriculum at Baton Rouge High, and they supply an outlet for the creative talents of many of our students. It is the opinion of our administrators that a well-rounded student is one who not only possesses great ability in the academic areas but also holds an interest in music, drama. dance, or modern art. Most colleges today ask not only for an abundance of mathematical, scientific or English experience but also for artistic propensity. Mrs. Marti Wagner is the coordinator of our television department, and she and her classes have filmed many dramatic and musical productions. and sponsored a successful button sale in the fall. They are learning the craft of television production. Shirley Fleet Charles Perilloux Albert Westhall Ouida Whalen Reaching into the depths of his mind. Mr. Perilloux thinks up exhausting test questions. Commerce at Baton Rouge High is limited, and geared mainly to the aspiring writer or to the English major who needs the skills for papers and compositions. Typing I and II are offered to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors and Personal Typing is offered to those enrolled in Free Enterprise. Mrs. Fleet and Mrs. Whalen are our Commerce and Business teachers and they feel that it is a vital part of everyone’s education. Included in our Commerce division are Driver’s Education and Architectural Drawing and Drafting. Commerce Taking a moment out to pose for photographers is Mrs. Ouida Whalen Keeping up with a busy schedule. Mrs. Fleet plans her daily assignments. Faculty 213 j The detective team of Fred Shiley and Marty Lafleur figure out the problems of the day. Reading and studying the classics, learning the mechanics of English and exploring the literary styles of the Bible are but a few of the activities of our English department. Freshmen usually find themselves studying Language Usage Skills and the works of Shakespeare with tenth grade devoted to Thematic Poetry and Literature. Confluence of Cultures. Study Skills for the College bound, and Reading and Writing Lab. English selections for Juniors are geared more for the college bound and include English III (with American History to form Humanities). Biblical Literature. Advanced Composition, Major American and British Writers and the elective courses. Newspaper and Yearbook which teach the fundamentals of journalism, while also teaching the skills of the publishing trade. Those Seniors who actively pursue the English Major find much to enjoy in English IV which exposes the short story, the novel, and drama. Nature of Man and Literary Analysis are open to Juniors and Seniors. Newspaper and Yearbook are open to them also. During silent meditation. Mrs. Smith prays for her class before their test. Over 40% of our students choose English as their major. We recently conducted a survey as to what qualities make an excellent English teacher. They are as follows: 1) Competence in English. 2) concern for students, 3) ability to express themselves, and 4) motivation. In conclusion, members of the English department are exemplary. Our English teachers are both well-educated and versatile in their approach to teaching and. as a result. our English department is one of the strongest in the state. In addition to the classroom procedures of teaching designated courses. English teachers also find that they must serve as thought provokers. showing rational, logical organization of composition and oral communication. Melva Brown Leslie Burris Joy Cazes Jan Daily Johneil Matthews Loraine McDaniels Faye Magee Fred Shirley Gloria Simmons Mary Smith 2K Faculty Laura Cotten Marcia Dabkowski Elizabeth Mixon Delores Schmidt Joan Stone Colleges today recommend that a mastering of one foreign language makes one a better student. Most Fine Arts majors must pursue a language in college and all English majors at Baton Rouge High are urged to pursue language. Mrs. Cotten, Mrs. Dabkowski, Miss Stone, and Mrs. Schmidt have organized an effective and exciting foreign language department allowing great opportunities to the language major. French is by all means the strongest division of the department. French I, II, III, IV. and Conversational French are almost always to capacity. Spanish is equally as popular offering courses I, II, III, IV. and Conversational German is also offered. Miss Mixon works with those interested in Russian and Russian I, II; Conversational Russian are offered. Latin is offered only in divisions I and II. The International Club is composed of all foreign language students and they prepare entertaining and informative dinners. In foreign language class Mrs. Schmidt demonstrates a little french of her own. Foreign Language Little rabbit Fufu and Mrs. Dabkowski present a foreign language play for students Caught in the act of making cheat sheets for her own test. Miss Stone gives one of those. What can I say looks. Faculty 215 Clarence Antoine Ruth Atherton Jan DeVries Geraldine Dye' Audrey Hilto- Guy Johnson Carey Mathis Bryan Post Margaret Vernon Math is a highly specialized and complicated subject, and requires an excessive amount of devotion. Precision and accuracy are a definite necessity. The course itself is an exception in that it does not get easier as one becomes more familiar with it. The deeper one gets into the format, the more involved and rigid it becomes. The one thing that does make it easier is familiarity and practice. The only time a concept becomes easy is when one has worked a problem a countless number of times. The staff of the math department is well qualified as well as numerous. Dr. Johnson’s classes are extremely popular and well affamed. Often people have to be rejected because of over-crowding. He also serves as a senior class sponsor. Mrs. Post is well reknowned for the extreme concern she has for her students. There is never a time she will not stop and do anything she can in order to help someone. Mrs. Vernon teaches geometry and her students work hard under her guidance which provides them with motivation. Miss DeVries teaches trigonometry and consumer math, and has the ability to make even the hardest formulas and problems easy. In Mathematics, as in all academic disciplines, practice only enchances the total comprehension of presented materials. It is only through repeated application that math concepts become ingrained reflexed matter. After announcing test scores. Mrs. Geraldine Dyer, pleads for her life. Mathematics Jerylen Farrar John Gebrecht Cecil Richinse Molly Sooter Music Using his musical intuition Mr. Gebrecht looks (or the culprit who played the wrong note. Taking a rest after a busy day is Mr. Fortier. The Musical Theater Department at Baton Rouge High is not only one of the most active in the city, but one of the most widely recognized in the state. Under the leadership of Ms. Cecil J. Richense, the Department offers, up to five major productions each year. The Instrumental Music Department is also widely acclaimed and they have won top honors at several music festivals. Mr. John Gebrecht and Miss Carol Peterson work directly with the orchestra, and Jazz ensembles at the Christmas and spring concerts. Mrs. Molly Sooter teaches piano fundamentals and her students also participate in musical rallies and festivals. Faculty 217 Steve Bonham Joe Calloway John De Jean Robert Holder The golf team is coached by Joe Calloway, a hard working coach who has pulled together a great golf team. Along with being the BRHS admissions officer, John De Jean teaches tennis and coaches the tennis team. Robert Holder, coach at BRHS, splits his time between training our young wrestling team and teaching the regular physical education along with Mrs. Grade Perkins. All of the coaches put in a lot of extra hours trying to get all of the BRHS young atheletes to be strong and Physical Education Even some of our most energetic teachers like Mrs. Matthews and Mr. Bonham get bored on dull days. healthy adults. BRHS offers various courses such as gymnastics, swimming, Life and Team Sports, tennis, and Physical Fitness. Because of our magnet curriculum, we do not participate in some competitive sports. BRHS boasts a cross country track team. We do offer intramural sports within the school itself. Outdoor education is one of our newest courses. The course teaches students how to survive in the outdoors. One of the many requirements is that the students enrolled in the class must attend two camping trips each year. 218 Faculty Robert Lee Grade Perkins Marianne Srinivasin Marie Williams One of the more highly developed areas within BRHS, the physical education classes provide the students with tennis, gymnastics, volleyball, basketball, golf, wrestling, and many others. Coach Bonham works with the gymnastics team diligently, while Coach Holder guides the wrestling team. Coach Lee teaches the newly-required ‘'Health” course. Mrs. Williams works with the swim team, who practice in the mornings before school as well as after. Fencing instructor. Ben Price, gives a demonstration on how to psych out your opponent. Watching his wrestlers. Coach Holder wonders if they'll be ready for tomorrow's meet. BRH's starting line-up for the '79 school year is Dazzling DeGean. Hard Hammer Holder, and Lucky Lee. Physical Education I Lydia Brown Audrey Burns Norma Gerace Lillian Harelson Sylvia Kennedy Bill Lignos In the field of science there are an unlimited number of opportunities. One of the fastest growing fields in research, science is providing students with a constant challenge in order to keep up with the already available material. Helping the students in obtaining this goal is Mrs. Kennedy. Mr. Lignos is another excellent teacher and is highly acclaimed for his sense of humor and for his ability to make even the hardest aspects of physics feasible. Mrs. Burns and Mrs. L. Brown teach Biology 1, and are always performing some sort of dissection or experiments in their classes. Jackie Mattice Nell McAnelly Eleanor Thomas Science As the first human clone is made in a 8RHS lab. Mrs. McAnelly watches fascinated. Enjoying a moment at the fair. Lachikita Warren and Mrs. Mattice pose together for a picture. Surprised at the grade on hi$ exam. Barry Brooks smiles at Ms. Brown. 220 Faculty Erma Brown Sheila Chavis Cynthia Hamilton Butch Helveston Over 40% of our student body majors in history and 85% are enrolled in a course of history. Our history teachers strive to present history as not a boring set of notes to memorize, but a fascinating set of events which formed our present system of government. One of the most popular courses is American History, a fast-paced lecture class taught by Mr. Paul Vanderburg which includes long-range reports, film strips and excursions to film series, opera and symphonies. Humanities is American History taught with English III and is one of the most stringent classes at our school. This class not only participates in many of the American History activities, but also presents an annual Humanities program which this year was presented in South Bend, Indiana on the campus of Notre Dame. One of our most recent courses is Free Enterprise, and is required by all seniors. Getting into the swing o! things. Mrs. Erma Brown participates in Masquerade Day. Social Studies Faculty 221 F Our guidance office is constantly bustling with students reviewing college catalogs and student handbooks and discussing career plans. Our guidance officers are Mrs. Katie Young and Mrs. Eunice White. Mrs. Young graduated from Northwestern State University. She is in charge mainly of the junior and senior classes. Mrs. White graduated from Northwestern University in Evanston. Illinois. She consults students on their college plans as well as assisting with tests. Right: Explaining the advanced art of put your full name on the top blank. becomes somewhat tiring after the 900th time. Left: Giving advice to a student is Mrs. White. Middle Right: Stopping for a pose is Mrs. White. Bottom Right: Guidance counselor Katie Young attempts to make the complicated matter of scheduling classes a bit more complicated for these students. Bottom: Smiling from ear-to-ear. Mrs. Young proves that work can be fun. Counselors Escaping from the library. Mrs. Magee smiles to herself Preparing to write another check out slip is Mrs. Reech. Busy as usual. Mrs. Nessulhoff takes time to look up for a picture. Off into another world. Mrs. Streeter seems to wish she was somewhere else. Staff Mrs. Joanne Nesselhoff is the guidance office secretary and she not only types up transcripts, but also checks out catalogs, types reports. and works with Mrs. Young and Mrs. White. Her hard work and humor are appreciated. Mrs. Shirley Streeter has the job of keeping the office in top shape. She trains office aides and also keeps the records of Mr. Faucette, Miss Guillot, and Mr. Williams straight. She is also instrumental in depositing all class depositis. Mrs. Monica Reech is in charge of the attendance office and her job is the least envied at Baton Rouge High. She checks people in and out. and has to swallow all of our improbable excuses. She works closely with Mr. Williams and Mr. De Jean at keeping order in the admissions office. Faculty 223 Graduation does not move in petty pace. Graduation exercises for the class of 79 were held May 23. 1979. in the BRHS auditorium. Robed in white, the Seniors marched to “Pomp and Circumstance played by the school’s orchestra under the direction of Mr. John Gerbrecht. Class President Julia Howell welcomed the audience on behalf of the Seniors of 79. Vice-President Begona Chambers delivered the invocation while Melanie Magee led the audience in the singing of the “Star—Spangled Banner.” Parent-Faculty Club scholarships were presented to Flora Thomas and Kenneth Thevenet; they were granted $250 awards by Dr. William Elliott, Club President. Salutatorian Matt Schuette delivered the opening address. He quoted from Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet urging his peers to accept individual challenges of life. John Wiltenmuth. valedictorian, closed the addresses; he quoted Hen- ley's Invictus stressing the importance of beginning life as the master of your journey. Both pupils thanked their families and their teachers for their assistance. Principal Lee Faucette, who presented diplomas, recognized Mrs. Margaret Vernon who retired after having taught mathematics for thirty-six years at Baton Rouge High. Twenty graduates were seated on the front row in recognition of their academic achievement — 4.0 or better averages. In addition, students v ith 3.5 grade points were honor graduates — nearly one-third of the graduating class of over 200 seniors. Also, a group of performing arts majors were honored for their achievements in that field. After class secretary Tara Wilson delivered the benediction, the graduates recessed to Stars and Stripes Forever. During practice John clowns with fellow honor graduate Marla Wilcox. Prior to donning his gown. John reflects on his high school days. In his valedictory address. John challenges his fellow classmates to achieve their goals. When his diploma is received. John is proud of his academic achievements. Afterwards. John compares his diploma with honor graduate Beth Randolph. Far Left: finding herself totally involved is Nancy Brumfield. Graduation 227 Delivering his salutatorian address is Matt Schutte. During the benediction Tom Adamek and Denise Addison meditate about the future challenge. Retiring teacher Margaret Vernon receives roses from Mr. Faucette. 228 Graduation Graduates assemble in their gowns on the front campus ready to march in for commencement. As George Jarrett receives his diploma, he and his classmates show their amusement. Ready for the recessional, Barbra Coston. Bryan Crochet, Robert Earle, and Patricia Gonzalez await after parties and other activities. Graduates await tomorrow with anxiety. Graduation 229 CAMPUS CURRENTS is more than just a school newspaper Members of Campus Currents are Mrs. Joy Cazcs, DeDe Anders. Mary Helen Nickerson. Margaret Kelly. Linda Cutler. Colette LeMieux. Elisa Stone. Susan Browning, Johanna Leonard. Aclwyn Evans. Con-nis Holloman. Bridget Boutte. (seated) Theresa Booker, and Tam era Gray, (not pictured) Erin McCarty. Todd Pourciau. and Julie Cutrer. Despite her name. Beth Fisbee's favorite pastime is reading Campus Currents. DeDe Anders always has time to pose for pictures, despite a heavy workload. Campus Currents. BRHS’s monthly newspaper, keeps the student body informed of events occuring within and around our school. The paper utilizes many special features, reporting on a wide variety of topics aside from current events. The editorial section is reserved for Erin McCarty editor and Al Evans managing editor. Their topics range from the teacher’s strike to frisbee throwing. The letters section contains praise as well as complaints. The student body provides numerous sources of imput for this area. Current Cinema, by Jimmy Grissom, is well-liked and appreciated by all movie-goers. The latest flicks and pieces of juicy gossip are exchanged along with critic’s opinions. The newspaper also covers sports in detail, keeping the students informed on the status of the best athletes with the better bodies. Al Evans and Connis Holloman take time out to play in the newspapers. new 230 Campus Currents Honors night is a success Academic scholarships, writing awards in poetry and prose, achievements in science, mathematics. social studies, and meritorious accomplishments in character were the focal points for the BRHS Honors Night. May 17. 1979. Under the direction of counselors. Mrs. Katie Young and Mrs. Eunice White, the program recognized over 150 pupils in the previously-mentioned categories. Students received awards from the school's administration. leaders of the Parent-Faculty Club, teachers, and business and industry personnel of the Baton Rouge area. Senior Luke Young garnered several major awards, including national first place in Engineering. Another notable achievement was that of Dale Viola’s academic scholarship to Harvard. Accepting the National Science Foundation Award is Luke Young Presenting an award for the POUPOURI literary magazine. Mr. Fred Shirley recognizes Alan Irvine for his accomplishments. Receiving an award for her essay in the Liberty Bell Contest, junior Johanna Leonard accepts the accolade from Mr. Faucette. -ch«o. Sheila 194 Adcock. So I 66. 188. 194 Agner. Swann 94 194 Alford. Tcm 95 194 83 Al n. yj 75. 194 Aliton. Cathy 194 Amfceeu. Jaton 194 Anthony Liu 194 Aymcnd. LAu'a 88 194 Babin. G na 194 Babin. JaCRuet n 194 Babin. Martha 194 Babin. Edmond 194 Bacot. Kothryn 194 Bar � . l a 74 194 BartoJ. Anne 74, 194 Beaird. Margaret 194 8 0. C nr ittopher 75. 194 Bergeron. Rhett 194 Bergeron. Yvette 80. 194 Berry. Myra 195 Bade . Clyde 88 195 Blanchard. Suaette 75. 195 Boiger. Raneei 195 Bolin. Mary 195 Bonanno. Le«h 195 Bond. Jut 195 Booaer. Allen 195 Braud. Denoe 195 Breau . i-ta 195 Brock. Darlene 195 Brodbeck Ana 95. 195 B'own. Jay 106. 195 Brown. Mary 195 8rud r. Marianne 47. 95. 195 Bryant. Vanwu 195 Buckley. Oawn 64 Bugea. David 88. 195 Burk . Todd 106 195 Butler. Angela 195 C attar 1. jotepn 195 Can. Michael 195 C rK. Lori |95 Carnahan. Ira 27. 196 Celatu. Kim 196 Chaney. Trao 196 Chenevert. Gerard 196 Chutt . Bridget 196 Clayton. Warren 196 Clement. Alien 196 Conran. Juka 196 Cornea. Fred 66 Crain. Karen 66. 83. 197 Cranford. Kdth 197 Cr h n. Det.w 78. 197 Cmler. Chrubn 197 Crochet. Keith 75. 197 Crouch Tracy 74 98. 197. 204 Gundy. Kara 197 O'Any, Melanie 197 Dalian. Laura 197 Daty. Th r � a 83. 197 Darentbourg Aimee 53 Oavn. Andrew 197 Davit Cheveie 78. 197 Davit Demon 197 Davit. Kvnberty 197 Dawet Mary 197 DeJean Sharon 66. 197 Dietrich. Ralph 197 ChTon letbe 197 Orrvwck. Martha 197 (Xxoo. Steven 197 D on Tr.na 78. 98. 197 Domma. Ruth 197 Dufour, Deborah 83 197 Du� ham. Brian 197 Dyer Kirk 59 Edwardt. Brandt 197 Edwardt. Jamet 197 Edwardt. Saundra 157. 197 Ei'ert. Sarah 196. 198 Ellit Danette 83. 198 Emrrkch. Maurice 198 Ergofco. Andrew 198 Evault. Detire 78. 198 Even. Kathy 198 Falcon. Kevn 74 91. 1 Facon. Michael 198 Farmer. Carolyn 198 Ferguton. Kenneth 198 Fder Ch-it 198 Fncher. Thomat 193 Fdber. Natalia 91. 191. 198 Fitagerdd Karen 198 Fogeman, My a 83. 198 Forbet, Jamet 193 Ford. Toni Forthaw. Thomat 199 Fotwer. Fred 199 Frarvr. Max 199 French. Renee 74 French Tern 199 Fntbee. Cynttvo 199 Gainet. Barbara 199 Garco. Jacgueln 75. 95 199 Gebhyt. Laon 99 Gobi Storme 88 95. 199 G'atp '. Jett 26. 91. 190. 199 Gw, Terrence 199 Goodwin. Anthony 199 Goyer. Sutan 79. 199 Crammer. Todd 95. 199 Gr y. Jan 75. 199 Green. Donna 94. 199 Guedo. Karen 199 Gug«h George 79. 199 Guidry. Scott 66. 188. 199 Cuttaftton Mei tta 76. 190. 199 Hatford. Cedric 199 Ha . Richard 200 Harm Lo t 200 Harm Lydia 75. 200 Harm Martha 200 Harmon. Beth 94. 200 Hart. Jamet 79. 200 Hartley Pamela 200 Honors Night lndex 231 Each year, students enrolled in Journalism (Yearbook) seek to preserve the academic, organizational, theatrical, athletic, and social activities of the entire school term of all Baton Rouge High School students. Such a mam-mouth task involves a variety of skills and labor. Students must record events in both photography and writing. In addition, they must present these works in an organized, patterned design. Furthermore, these pupils have to meet demands of deadlines, which entail pressures and additional efficiency. Finally, students learn the necessity of incorporating cooperation into group planning and the need to expedite yearbook procedures. Checking the radar is Assistant Editor. Jimmy Curtis. Assistant Editor, Tracy Spiers, finds checking the scope quite fun. Pilotting the Mississippi Quoon is Editor. Patricia Gonzalez. Instructing the class is yearbook sponsor. Fred Shirley, and our yearbook representative Bill Haslunt. Don.cl 200 Meeker. Elizabeth 66. 188, 200 Hernandez. Ernest 95, 200 Heroy. Paul 200 Higgins, Donna 200 Migg-ns. Nada 121. 200 Hinkie. Raymond 200. 83 Hinsen. Wiliam 200 Hintze Ferdinand 76. 199. 200 Hoffman. Julie 88 200 Megan Stacy 78 200 Meover. Diana 200 Hsu, Helen 94. 200 Huffman Dana 200. 83 Jackman. Chauncey 200 Jackson. Leslie 200 Jackson, usa 80 Jackson. Tracy 200 Jirdia. Raj 95. 200 J� i � . Darla 94. 200 Johnson. Carl 122. 200 Johnson. Eileen 80 200 Johnson. Roosevetta 200 Johnson. Tammy 200 Jota. Shelia 200 Jones. Jeffrey 200 Jones Sondra 26 Ka'g Tama 195. 200 Kenney. Treses 78, 200 Kerr. Phillip 200 Koch. Theodore 200 Kuxenski. John 59. 200 labrie. Carmen 200 LaNeur. Janet 200 lanoux. Raymond 60 200 lapp-n. Sarah 88. 201 lashover. John 201 Laud an. John 201 Laurent. Kevin 80. 201 lavaley. Mark 195. 201 Leblanc. Jessie 201 Lemieu . Danieie 201 Lemon. Warda 157. 201 Liehe. Usa 78. 201 Lrngard. Robert 201 Liter. John 201 loupe. Kerry 201 Lowe. Mar. ois 74. 201 Loy. Leslie 74. 83 Machen. Martha 80. 91. 120. 201 Magee. John 201 Ma.or. Arronxa 201 Manstany, Teresa 201. 125 Martin. Angela 66. 78. 201 Maus. John 201 Uayeux. Marcy 201 McClain. Velvet 201 McKee, Rodrk 201 Mclin. Randad 201 McMillan. Dalton 201 Meyer. Robn 201 Meiancon. Tracey 112. 202. 124 M e . Paul 202 Michalski. William 24 202 M«er. Lmca 66. 75. 201. 202 Miller Renee 202 Miller. Susan 202 Miller Vatone 7a 202 Me et. Emily 78. 194 Montgomery. Tonya Morgan Elizabeth 202 Morris. Kristen 202 Morns. Michael 202 Morns. Rae 94 98. 202 Munson. Allison 78. 191. 202 Mutto. Karen 80 202 Ne-J. Mary 202 Newman. Audrey 75. 202 Nicolie. Lynn 202 Norwood. Ca l 78. 202 Oglesby Lesie 202 Orvolkon, Damon 95. 202 Opoel Johanna 53. 202 Pace. Elizabeth 202 Parker Charlotte 83. 202 Parker Jo 83. 201. 202 Patrick. Jrednck 202 Penny. Airr.ee 18. 202 Perry. Wilkam 79. 202 Pmo. Frances 88 202 Poche. Christopher 95. 202 Porter. Tracy 202 Porterle. Lydia 202 Posey. Jcane 202 Preston, Keith 202 Pugh. Byron 202 Rodfo'd, Paul 202 Rainwater Tawama 8 Randolph. A.leen 202 Ray. wsiam 202 Redman. Jay 74. 83 707 Ribcs. Michele 75. 202 Ricard. Darryt 202 Ricard. Paulette 78. 202 Rinker. Sue 202 Rivers. Vtoke 78. 202 Roberts. Deanna 83 203 Roberts. Robin 95. 203 Rotertson. Sandra 78. 83. 203 Robmson, Jancil 203 Rodgers. Charles 203 Rogers. Elizabeth 203 Romane. Christopher 93. 203 Rosenbaum. Susan 203 Ross Jamye Rossman, Kathleen 203 Rothschild. Saul 203 Roy Russell Sabbagiuan. Bshaman 66 203 Sanchez Meiane 203 Sands. Dale 49. 198. 203 Saurage. Jennifer 203 Sen. Joseph 203 Severance Barbaa 203 232 FRICASSEE Index FRICASSEE preserves students’ year Members of the yearbook staff are. Bottom row — left to right: Mr. Shirley, sponsor. Jimmy Curtis. Tracy Cambre. Anna Babin. Julie Sixbury. John Courtney. Kristie Milneck. Yvette Elmore. Gina Carey. Harla Moore Sandra Aucoin. Dawn Dillon. Jay Young. Top row — left to right: Tarra Jacob. Chcri Baxter. Cherie Spillman. Eryka Crayton. Sonya Stone. Wendy Meliet. Debbie Sellars. Mary Hunts. Tracy Spiers. Patricia Gonzalez. Shaun Breaux. Liz McTaggart. Celeste Broussard. Donna Strcat. Greg Milneck. Shah. SJm,r 66 189 203 Shamburgcr. Stephen 92, 95. 203 Shields. Cora 78. 203 Siegel. Oiana 80. 203 Simmon . Matthew 80. 94 203 Simon. Benjamin 204 Singh. Kanwalprott 80. 83. 204 Slaton. Marga'«t 204 Slaughter. W4kam 204 Smith. Earl 91. 204 Smith, Gary 204 Smith. John 204 Spmo. John Sprrey. Lon 27. 204 Starn . Enc 204 Stevens. Shorn 204 Store. Shirley 204 Street. Stephen 205 Sullivan. Lew Talbot. Donna 95. 205 Thome . Calvin Thomas. De 6� « 78. 157 Thom a . Sonya 78. 205 Thompson. Jaccueknc Thornton. John 95. 206 Tomeny. Jedy 2C6 Troxdeir. Alee 206 Urrechaga. Laura 206 Valentine. Byron 206 Van DeKop. Franzitka 83. 206 Ventres . Nancy 78. 206 Vernon. Kevin 206 Waguespack. Amy 206 Wallace. Heather 196. 206 Wallace. Russel Walsh Sherr. 206 Waremg. W4sor 206 Watkins. John 206 Watts. Whitney 20$ Webb. Benjamm 108. 206 Weriinn. Suzanne 206 Wharton. Jennifer 206 Whitaker. Theda 206 White. Clarence Whittington. Rutseli 206 Wilcox. Rena 74. 206 Wiliam . Stephen 206 W.I on. Knjty Witz. Jennifer 80. 206 Womack. Donna 206 Wood. Jeffrey 206 Wr ht. Shirley Yarbro. Rebecca 205. 206 Zehrung Warren 206 Zciger. Ronald 206 Zenngue. John 110 191 Zganjar. Leslie 83. 206 Zollinger. William 206 Adcock Melanie 19. 80. 174 Addison. Lawrence 174 Agrvhotri. Gaun 66. 174 Ambeou, Hugh 29. 174 Arceneaux. Thomas 174 Auddffred. Patrick 174 Babrn. Ceruvs 174 Babm. Stephen 174 Bagent Sherri 72. 174 Baldwin. I Isa 72. 174 Baixan. Kirsten 113 Barnard. Diocese 174 Barnum. Brent 66. 174 Barr. Sonia 17S. 83 Bass. Wendy 175. 83 8ca.'d. £ksabcth 72. 88. 175 Beavan. Jotin 175 Bennett. Carmen 175 8ennett. Jranklm 8ergeron, Tern 175. 83 Berlm. Scot 18. 173. 175 Bernard. Connie 19 175 83 Bernard. Cee 19 Black Sonya 175 Boeman. Christ ne 66. 171 Bodman, Tnyo 175. 182 Botden. Lori 78. 175 Bofger. Susan 175 Borin . Susan 77. 175. 83 Bonaventure. Jeffrey 88. 175 Bradford. Denise 175. 83 Brimmer Jocelyn 175 Broussard. Jeanne 175. 83 Brown. Sandra 175 Brown. Stacy 175. 176 8rumfied. Ma-y 173. 83 Bubota Gabrelle 176 Buras. Stephen 108. 176 Bulks. Lauia 77. 176 Burns. Cheryl 176. 83 Burris. Lkta 31. 48. 176 Buzbee. Tern 176. 83 Caldwell. Charles 176 Caian. Keren 24. 176 Caknes. Cnnsty 66. 98. 176. 83 Campo. Christopher 176 Cane. Sally 88. 176 Capp elk . John 176 Carey. Ramon 176 Catherine. Oedre 176 Chambers. Helen 80. 88. 176 Chatman. Anita 78, 176. 83 Cork. Lemnvjel 176 Cobb. Jeffrey 176 Cobtms. Lisa 78. 176 Cohn. Madetyn 176 Coiims. Paula 1-6 Constonbmdes. Helen 72. 176 Cox. Ekzabeth 176 Crawford. Demetris 176 Crochet. Dana 176. 83 Crochet. Dav� d 66. 176. 83 Crochet. Mary 177 Crooks. Wifcam 72. 83 Crouch. Gregory 91. 177 Crowder. Renee 74. 177. 83 FRICASSEE Index 233 Cuct. Mary 177 Cyrus. K v� n 177 Dabney ItM 78. 177 O. vn Cleveland 88. 173 177 Davn. James 177 OavH. Katherine 177 Oaviy Laura 177 Davis. Mirhwlln 177 Doan. Danny 81. 177. 83 Dehart, lance 24. 60. 177 D s. Mila 83 Dberveceito, CarroU 177 Dehl. Lna 177 Del . Oianno 24. 76. 177 Dton Jyotibaia 177 Downey. Kovin D-ago. Ei aOcth 113 Djdle . Pater 77. 177 Djdtey. Scott 177 Duffy. Karen 75. 177 Dulour. De-vse 177 Dugas. Phyllis 93. 83 Du neon. Wendi 177 Dunn. Ycshrro 177 Edw.wdy Cheryl 78. 10? 177 Emerson. Tina 178. 83 Epperson. Sharon 178 Evans WerdeS 178 Eyster. Sytvia 178 Falcon. Jut 178 farrier. Celeste 80. 178 fouo'.ibordt. Steian 66. 178 Filer. Kristin 178 Finley. Sidney 178 Fitch, Tammy 178 Fontenot. Marcel'a 72. 178 Fontenot. Tamers 178 Ford. Jeltrey 178 Fossey Shaoa 178 Foster. Bryan 88. 178 Fo . Nob.3 80 178 Frisbee. Mary 178. 230 Gamt e. Jeana 19. 66 94. 178 GotJso. K m 178. 83 Go ns. Cedne 179 Goyer. Douglas 179 Graham. El.rabcth 98. 83 Gremilfeon. Amta 7$ Griffin. Timi 179 Gudry, Jack 74. 172. 179 Ha'cte. Robert 91. 179 HaT Debra 77. 106. 179. 83 Hall. Lamta 179. 185 Hamilton. Edward 88. 179 Hamilton. Raenada 179 Hamway. William 179 Hannaman, Stephen 47. 68. 179 Harris. Kmberty 88. 179 Harrison. Jeffrey 179 Hawes. Anne 74. 88. 179 Haudel. Wendi 91. 95. 179. 183 Held. Michael 53. 179 Hemph.1, Wf.jm 179 H ky Carl 80. 179 IMburn. Johanna 179 Hill. Jenrvler 72. 179 Hill. Lolita 179 Hill. Snerlita 179 Holden, Wendy 66. 83. 179 Holmes. L sa 78. 179 Holt. Stephen 179 Honoec. Rise 78. 179 Hoover. Jodie 90. 179 Howard. Rebecca 77. 91. 180 Hugget. Heather 77. 180 Munsxkcr. Deborah 25. 00. 180 lrv� nc. letfie 75. 180 Jackson. Alisa 180 Jackson. Timothy 80. 90. 180 Jambon. Dean 49. 180 Janes. Sherri 83. 180 Johnson, Anthony 180 Johnson. Cklton 91. 180 Johnson, Creole 180 Johnson. Patrick 180 Jones. Justin 180 Juneau. Jill 24. 180 Justice. Ddcia 180 Keever. Karey 180 Kety- Juka 181 Keown. La Tcfy 181 King. Regnal 181 Knncy. Arden 181 Kisner. M.srg.vet 88 181 KSngler. David 73. 181 Koenig Gretchcn 181 Kotar, Karen 181 Lamcndofa. Joseph 181 Lemolle, Rhonda 181 Lane. Gordon 2b. 181 Lartigue. Myra 74. 181 Lawrence. Cann 181 Leblanc. Joel 181 Le.eune. Juka 181 Le.eune. Lane 106. 181 lemome. Devn 95. 181 Leray. Michael 181 imder. Julia 75. 83. 181 Lovenng. Kevin 181 luckcr. Dee 182 Macalusa. ) i 1 2. 182 Mahalfcy. Mcniee 176. 182. 54 Monr hg. Donald 182 Marble. Tammy 18? Mar.stany. Soba 53. 86. 121. 182 Mar«, Timothy 76. 182 Mascerclia. Dana 75. 182 Masci. Amy 182, 83 May. Robert 182 Mayeau . Robm 24. 66, 182 McNamara. Kimbcriie 83. 182 McChesny. K mb flic 88. 182 McClung. Karen 88. 182 McDougail. David 182 McDulfey Jeffery 182 McCraw. Kenneth 182 McKenne, Charles 182 McVay. Elen 182 Meliet. Ccfecn 8?. 83. 182 Midkiff. Jennifer 77, 187 Miller. Dan el 182 Miller. Karen 66. 83 170. 173. 182 Miller. Kim 72. 83. 182 Minor Stephen 182 Mdchcil. Scott 34. 48. 182 Moody. Carolyn 78 18? Moore. Gwendolyn 182 Moceehead. Brian 182 Moran. Debbie 182 Morgan. Kevin 75. 183 Morris. James 66. 183 Moss. Taylor 183 Mu ins. Robert 183 Murphy. Robm 83. 183 Myers. Michael 183 Myers, Philip 183 Myers. Robert 183 Nations. Oeana 183 Neal. Joseph 183 Nett es. Alee 83. 161. 183 Ncwkooic. Melanie 183 Nguyen. Dmh 183 Recently, a poll was taken among approximately 100-150 students concerning their favorite pastimes and events. In the area of television programs “Mork and Mindy” took a surprising 41% of the vote. ANIMAL HOUSE was the favorite movie; ROCKY HORROR and HAIR were of notable mention. As far as members of the opposite sex go. over three-fourths of the students would rather date around than have a steady. While on their date, the majority preferred to go to a party, go dancing, and perhaps take a movie. Students go to the poles What is your favorite TV show? 1. “Mork and Mindy” 41% 2. Soap” 9% 3. “Love Boat 7% 4. Three's Company 5% 5. M A S H 5% 6. Others 33% What is your favorite movie? 1. ANIMAL HOUSE 21% 2. EVERY WHICH WAY BUT LOOSE 9% 3. ICE CASTLES 9% 4. MAGIC 9% 5. ROCKY HORROR 6% 6. STAR WARS 6% 7. Others 30% Would you rather: 1. date around? 76% 2. have a steady? 20% 3. not date at all? 4% On a date you would rather: 1. go dancing 19% 2. get drunk 3% 3. go to a movie 25% 4. go parking 17% 5. go to a party 36% 234 Closing Index Nelson. Jeffrey 91. 183 Norman. Suzunne 83. 183. 187 Ooy. Jeson 88 95. 183 Oknde. Henry 88. 183 Parson . Murk 110. Ill Patterson. Mary 183 Payne, Kent 183 Penny. Sarah 24. 183 Perm. Vivenne 74. 183 Pete. fdA.wd 184 Phifcppart Chn 184 Perce. Oeann 90. 184 Ptzel. John 88. 91. 184 Presedo. veronca 24. 184 Rapp. Ench 165. 184 Reech Joel 184 Remmnger. Deborah 184 ft be . E en 184 ftcard. Nolan 184 ftcnaro. Todd 184 ftley. Sharon 24. 184 Rings Matthew 184 ftva. Peariita 175. 184 Rivero. George 184 Roberts. Angela 184 Roberts. Christopher 29 184 Robinson. Michael 80. 184 Rome. Charles 25. 185 Ross. Paula 46. 185 Rothschild. Jesse 185 Rowland. M hael 175. 185 Rowland. Tara 94. 185 RuMn. Stephen 94. 185 Salary. M«heei 185 Seuoer. Joyce 185 Scheinaider. Joseph 75. 88. 185 Schrro. Jack 98 185 Schneicer. Charles 185 Schneider. Sheley 75. 185 Segalia. Roland 90. 185 Selby. Elizabeth 83. 185 Sellars. Chris 185 Shamburger. Timothy 91. 185 Srveds, Joseph 59. 185 Simoneau. Barbara 66. 185 Subury Dwayne 180 Skinner. Stephan ). 185 S edge. Edward 72. 91. 186 Smith. Brian 186 Smith. Gregory 88 186 Smith. Jeannine 186 Smith. Jet trey 186 ... for a little of everything Smith. Keith 25. 66. 83. 171. 186 Smith. Laura 76. 186 83 Smith. Rot� n 186 Smith. Soncerce 186 Stanga. Christa 186 Steele Jeffery 72. 73. 186 Stepter. Efren 186 Stew ait. Stephen 186 SUkvan. Moty 74. 186 Sumra . Calhoun 94 186 Sweat. Ward 91. 186 Tamas. Mark 186 Tan. Cindy 74. 186 Taylor. Eric 111. 186 Tetfuei. Thomas 186 Tono l, Norris 186 Tesuer Jeanine 186 Thomas. Joel 186 Thomas. Wfeam 186 Thompson. Charlene 83. 186 Tiley. Chnsicpher 88. 186 Tolie. Tammy 186 Tomeny Patrick 186 Tortonch. Renee Traylor. Berry 109. 186 Traylor. Erancet 31. 186 Tulios. Matthew 186 Vanjuett . Mchene 186 Wcknatf. Nestor 186 vosburg Cindy 55. 178. 186 Wa'er. Martha 83. 187 Waker. Joni 186 Wallace. St over 186 Warren. Victoria 83. 187 Weisen Jerome 187 Wests . Debra 66. 83. 167. 71. 187 Whittington. Darryl 187 Whittington. Lee 187 Wiliams. Ame 66. 172. 187 W,«.ams. KaN 91. 187 WWiams. Karla 187 W ams. V-rpna 76 88. 187 Wifcamv Blount 106. 187 W.l s, Michael 19. 187 Wilson. Ann 75. 187 Wilson. Richard 91. 187 Wilson. Terra! 187 Wiltenmuth. Tamme 72. 74, 83. 187 Wiltz. Karen 184. 187 Winston. Jacke 74 187 Wittmer. Michael 187 Woods Douglas 78. 187 Woods. Teresa 187 Wright. Sherry 187 Wright. Whitney SO Young. Online 9 Young. James 72 Young. Lnda Young. Ruth 66 Zaganu. Kenneth Adcock. Gerald 166 Anders. DeOe 66. 154. 163 230 Anderson. John 72, 108. 154 Andersen. Nancy 58. 59. 154 Andrews. Kimberly 24. 154 Ashley. Kim 154 AST . leanne Babm. Anna 88. 154. 232 Badeax. Kenneth 88. 108. 154 Barrett. Peggy 77. 154 8arnos. Theresa 154 Bartoi. Susan 70. 72 B� ton. Chet 154 Baugh Janet 53. 62. 66. 154 Baxter. Chen 58. 74 154 37. 232 Benton. Charles 72. 154 Bergeron. Yvette 254 Beverly Deane 23. 78. 154 8'Zette. Sonoare 154. 166 Bake $ $hedenck94. 154 Bia ek Michael 154 Blocker. Wesley 106. 155 Bomer. James 60 94. 155 Boone Rebekah 74 75 Booth. Gregory 155 Boucher Henry 155 Boudvot Doreen 88. 155 Boudreaux. Ronald 155 8reau. Karen 66 155 Breaud. Bambi 155 Br.an Melinda 72. 155 Bran. Melissa 72. 155 Brooks. Samuel 60. 66. 81. 155 Brown. James 155 Brown. Stephen 155 Buchtel. lisa 54. 155. 167 Buckley. David 155 Suras. Claudia 88. 155 Burns. Ins 88. 155 Burton. Carol 78. 155 Bambrc. Tracy 80. 155. 164, Do you favor premarital sex? 1. No 40% 2. Yes 29% 3. It depends on the circumstance 31% Do you favor birth control? 1. Yes 92% 2. No 4% 3. In marriage only 5% Do you favor a more lenient policy toward marijuana? 1. decriminalization 45% 2. legalization 29% 3. No 39% Do you favor a change In the legal drinking age? 1. No 65% 2. lowered 31% 3. raised 4% What is your favorite radio sta tlon? 1. WIBR 20% 2. WBRH 6% 3. WFMF 45% 4. WAFB 10% 5. WXOK 10% 6. WAIL 2% 7. WLCS 7% Closing lndex 235 166 Carey. Gm« 75. 78. 155 Cam. Kwn 155 Carpenter. Luther 155 Carr. Kmen 77. 155 Camera. Michele 155 Cortcr. Kerr) 155 Cary. Ocrann 155 Chambers. Lcasia 98, 155 Ctiardoo. Christopher 72. 91. 155 Christoph . Sharon 78 156 Clark. Catherine 156 Clark. Karla 156 Coleman. Breno 156. 165 Coleman. Brenda 156. 165 Coleman. Crystaiyn 75. 98 Conor Akce 156 Cooper Kim 78. 165 Cornel. Fred 73. 91. 156. 158 Courtney. Mark 31. 74 Crayton. Eryka 156. 232 Creft. Marilyn Croft. Ma'ion 79. 156 Cron an. John 156 Crow. Catherine 156 Crowder. Judy 74. 156 Curbs. James 60. 66. 152. 156. 169. 232 Cutler. Linda 156. 230 Cutrer. Julie 156 Darensburg, Jennifer 53. 78. 156 Davis, Gaynoll 74, 79 Davis. Kathleen 92. 95. 156 Dawes, Maura 31. 70. 156. 160 Dawson. Edward 156 Decuir. Julie 78. 156 Dema'd Brenda 156 Denson Melissa 163. 165 Ergold. 8arry 157 Farrar, Me:an 157 Faucette. Mary 74 157 Fereday. Mary 76 Fortcnot. Rosolyn 78. 157 Forty Mary Foster. Patty 74. 91. 157 To . Nancy 80 68 157 Galfnt ne Regma 78. 157 Gill. Tracy 88. 157 Godchaux. G a 92. 93. 94 157 Goynes Lora 157 Greeiy. joei 157 Green, Monica 88. 157 Greene. Calvin 157 Griffm. Brenda 157 Guedru. Oeb'a 74. 157 Gug� Ch. Karen 66. 79. 86. 157 Gustafsson. la's 72. 105. 108. 125 Hammond. Sherri 74. 88. 158 Hammond. John 46. 53. 158 Harey. Jaon 158 Hanks. Rose 9. 158 Hancr. John 59. 88. 158 Hargrove. Bridget 66. 80 121. 158 Harkins. Laura 88. 158 Marre . Ceidy 66 70. 153. 168 Harrison. Jeanne 88. 153 Hart. Vaughn 72. 79. 158 Hartley. Peter 158 Hanes. LiJ 60. 62. 66. 152. 158 168 Hayden. Judson 158 Hayes. Cheryl 158 Henderson. Michael 72. 153 Jacfcscn. John 74. 81. 159 Jacob. Tarra 22. 152. 159. 161. 232 Jamoon. Paul 62. 159 Jarreaj. Eugene 72. 159 Jenkins, Sharon 66. 78. 169 Jetty. L.sa 159 Jotfrion. R.Vph 158 Johnson Joy 66 153. 159 Johnson Nancy 92. 93. 95. 159 Johnson Santa 74. 159 Johnson Kenneth 123. 159 Kennedy. Darryl 159 Kennedy. Maria 78. 154. 159 Kraus. Russell 72. 159 Knight. Veionna 159 Lambert. Angela 159 Lambert. Darlene 159 Lang, lisa 159 Lanier. Joseph 72. 108. 159 LaSalle. Dant 74 159 Laurent. Donna 72. 80. 159 lavergre. Lance 91. 159 Lawrence. Darryl 51. 66. 73. 15 Leader. Robm 72. 73. 159 Leblanc. Michael 159 leeper. Fred 59. 88. 159 Letevu'e Paul 92. 93. 95. 159 Legendre. Gary 66. 160 Leigh. Wilkam 72. 160 lemieux. Colette 74. 160. 230 lemone. Jane� e 160 Leonard. Jchanna 160 230 lcmagi.0. Mark 49. 68 160 Luno. Judith 160 Lusk. Kar a 78 160 Magame. Kimberly 72. 160 Magee. Michael 76. 160 Magee. Steven 160 May. Jeffrey 160 McCiure. Alice 70. 160 McCrary. Pam 77. 160 McEfveen Donald 60. 160 Mclm. Dee 58. 74. 160 McNulty. Lorraine 94. 160 Mcdco, Ma-y 160 Mehrotra. Daisy 160 Meliet. Wondy 19. 66. 160. 232 Meyers. Ben;amin 76. 160 Mi lender. Kevin 105. 160 MHer. Brian 160 Miler. Paul 75. 160 Miier Richard 72. 73 105. 160 Mmeck. Krdt e 160, 167. 232 Mitchell. Kotnleen 160 Mitchell. Lauren 29. 36. 70. 160. 167 Mitch . Oscar Mcak. William 108. 160 Mcnrad Matthew 160 Moore. Desi 78. 98. 161. 163 Mcore. Djv.0 74. 161 Mcracc. Karen 78. 86 161 Morale?. Rudolfo 59. 72 74. 91. 161 Moran. Deborah 73. 75. 161 Morns. Oand 72. 79. 106 161 Morns. Ekjbcth 80. 161 Mullens. LaOonna MuSSO. Traci 161 Nardm. Paula 161 Necce Rebecca 58. 80. 161 Net I. Edwin 161 Newton. Amelia 161 Newton. Andre 161 Nickerson. Mary 161. 230 Nicoiio. Noel 7. 106. 161 Nipper. Joseph 92. 95. 161 Nuernberg Michael 62 81. 161 Nyman. Kenneth 73. 161 Odom. £nc 161 Oglesby. Mark 72. 161 Ohalorans Rafael 161 Otrvcr. Emma 88 161 Pansh. Linda 161 Parker. Robert 161 Parsons. Robert 161 Parson. wmam m Payne. Wanda 72. 88. 91. 161 Pdcnct. Ternc 78. 161. 162 Penny backer Leslie 74. 88 161 Perauit. Steve 161 Perkins. Tara 161 Perry. Greg 32. 104 105. 161 Peters. Carol 161 Phillips. Cornelius 161 Pinell. Cody 162 Popim, Rebecca 74. 162 Porter. James 66 162 Potts. Akc.a 162 Pcorc au. Lor e 162 Price. Gary 162 Price Pam 157 Price. Richard 100. 162 Purvis. Alan 162 P e. Freankim 76. 162 Rabalais, Gerard 162 Raby. Topeka 95, 16? Rak. David 162 Randolph. Hugh 72. 162 Range. Cana 162 Ratcliff. Ons 162 Redden. Donald Rhodes Jul ann 77. 88 162 Rice. Valerie 74 162 Richardson. Victoria 73. 162 Richey. Mary 162 Ritter. John 162 Rivero. Roxanna 72. 75. 123. 162 Robenst.ne. les'.e 95. 162 Roberts. Ka l 162 Rogers. Tom 162 Rosenbaum. Alan 60. 163 Rosenbaum. Cynthia 163 Ross. Donna 163 Rothschild. Rebecca 86. 163 Roussel. Louis 79. 163 Routt. Madonna 29. 163 Ru'tm Paula 73. 80. 163 Sanders. Fr d r k 23. 50. Smile! You’re on Candid Camera Dickson, Walton 77. 73. 91. 105. 156 Dillon. Dawn 75. 156. 232 Drago. Donna 156 Dr ago. Jennifer 156 Dunn. TySer 156 Durham. Joseph 58 88. 92. 93. 156 Eagles. Susan 78. 156 Early. Ann 156 Eisworth. Brenda 72, 157 Eilente. Nancy En ott, Clarence 66. 157. Hemande?. Dudas Hemand ?. Shawn 74. 168 H-cks. David 158 Hi. Donald 94. 158 Hi:. Lmda 158 Hmel Eail 158 Hnson Melinda 158 Honor . Madonna 74, 158 Hopkins. Jayne 158 Huboard. Janet 158 Huye. Michael 69. 88. 159 imes. Mark 60. 72. 159 Jack. Leonard 159 Being poor white trash doesn't really bother Jay Redman. Some students at BRHS choose to improve their looks through cosmetic surgery. Taking it easy is one of Lida Burris' favorite hobbies. 236 Closing lndex Everyone enjoys attention and nothing excites a Magnet more than being photographed. The idea of being immortalized forever in the process of an act reduces every Magnet to a frothing idiot. The three FRICASSEE photographers are now school celebrities. Walking on campus with the imposing camera strapped to their side, they are met by a variety of people all anxious and willing to pose. In the past, there have oeen many incriminating photos taken of our students and faculty: a teacher grotesquely stuffing his face wreaking nausea to the entire staff. a junior male making out with a young lass at the Valentine's Dance (we could never have printed that), a young girl suggestively splayed on the front lawn. Dale Viola caught in intimate acts with Butch, the mascot (in this case, we mean the dog). These are but a few of the infa- mous shots caught by our active shutter jockeys. Students are still hoping for a position in the yearbook and for fame in the darkroom. And the roving photographers? They are still out there with their Nikons hoping for a trophy in the state photography rally. 66. 118. 119. 163. 169 Saner. Argela 163 Sfturage. Henry 80 88. 163 Scarbrough. Ma'ion 163 Sch.ro, Jeremy 157. 163 Schneider. Mart. 28. 29. 34. 68 84 8S. 163 Scoli. D tra 77. 78 163 Seal. Patnoa 92. 95. 163 Saga ia. Andrea $e«ar� . Debb 163. 232 Shadravan. FaRhad 12. 22. 35. 62. 74. 163. 169 Shah Prathmesh 81. 163 Shambu'ge' Suaz ane 77. 163 Shephard. Snarcn 163. 167 Shr'lcy. Randolph S t rf.rg. Patty 77. 88. 163 Smgeton Chv es 163 Slocum. Thomas 46. 58. 74. 91. 163 Smith. Cheryl 163 Smith. David 163 Smith. Douglas 163 Socha, Cyntha 70. 106 124 Spears, Tamka 78. 163 Spiers. Tracey 12 62 $6. 67. 154. 163. 165. 167. 232 Spillman Cher 19. 80. 159. 163. 37. 232 St Amant. Charlotte 66. 163 Siandifer. fi abeth 77. 163 Steele. Jennifer 163 Storing Malea 164 Stewart, Tern 33. 155. 164 Stone. Jon- 164 Stone. Sonya 164 232 Strother. France 36. 55. 60. 70. 159 164 Suarez Magaii 29. 74. 164 Sumralt. Herbert 69. 164 Sutton. W4kam 60. 62 164 Takaksen. leanne 77. 88. 164 Telhiard William 164 Tomney Pat 164 Trayfor N l 60. 81 Tsai John 59. 72. 88. 164. 83 Tureau. Troy 48. 69. 164 Turner. Meksse 66. 67 68 164. 165 Valenti. John 164 Van Den Bold. M.eNel 14. 74. 164 Vamado. Mareno 164 Vaughn Stephanie 51. 164 Vdnoe. Cma 164 Vnnmg. Cathy 75 Vveeos. Gerard 72. 91. 164 wai or. Juke 164 Walter. WiBiam 37 Walsh, laur 164 Ward. wC i 77. 1S8. 164 Webb Bit 58. 164 We-l. Gus 85. 165 Weiington. Lisa 68. 78. 79. 165 Wherton. Carol 73. 165 White, trie 165 WTntehouso. Undo Whitfield. Giselle 165 Wiggns. Kelly 72. 165 WiHiems. Karen 77. 165 Williams. Tad 51. 74. 81 87 165 Williams. Richard WilSemston. Pomelo 66. 88 165 Wilkns. Gregory 165 Wilson. Janet 165 Wilson. Michael 35. 48 88. 165 Wuson Wanda 75. 165 Zartman Akson 165 Zgarjar Cheryl 74 165. 166 Adanek. Thomas 81. 132. 60 AdCiSOn. Denise 31. 132 A me. Mono 132 Abarado. David 132. 61 Aie-i. Robert 132 Amor. Andrea 132. 61 Anderson. Louise 132 Aucc n. Sandro 132 Barley. John 132. 61 Barber. Oura Barrios. Arthur 132 Bartholomew. Lawrence 132 Baugh. Melissa 13. 14. 28. 50. 132 U4 62. 66 Bergeron. Lucy 61. 132 Blocker. Anna 94, 133 54. 88 etoedwerth. Michaii 133 Bloom. Cur � n 133. 85 8odman. Stephen Booke' Theresa 133. 230 Boone, cnevis 18. 21. 133 Boutte. Bridget 133. 143. 230 Boyd Charles 94. 133 Braid. Kathleen 95. 133 88 Braid. Lloyd 133 Breaux. Shaun 58. 133 Brook. Dan 133 Broussard. Celeste 58. 133. 141 Browning, Susan 58. 133. 230 B-umiietd Nancy 133 Bjrkc. Timothy 134 Cage. 6a« 134 88 Candler. John 134 Cannon Charlene 134 Ca-lson. Gregory 5 134. 62 74 Carpenter. Mark 28. 134 Carson. Paul 135. 81 Carter. Keith 135 Chambers. Mana 2. 29. 70. 130. 135. 62. 66 70 Clark. George 135 Color. J 73, 98. 99. 135. 61 CoH ns. Deborah 135 Conerty. BzJy 135 Coston. Ba'bara 72. 71. 135, 61. 74 Cotlen Richard 135 Courter Brian 104 108 109. 135. 141 Courtney. John 139 93 Crochet. Brian 72 135 61. 72 Cuera. Robert 135 Curley. SharyM 135 Davd. L'Rcccc 135 Oars. Dinah 135 61 Oars. Donna 46. 94. 135. 74 Oars. Lance 135 Dar.S. Ter=yn 135 Deloach. Cord 135 Dicier. Trent 135 Domnquo. Karen 72. 138. 61. 62. 72 Ducote Margaret 138, 88 Oyson, Tommy 70 138 70 Eakm. Frank Earle Robert 138. 61 Edwards. Annette Edwards. Dwonda 138. 90 Eiswcrth. Janet 72. 138. 61 74 Elmore Joyceiyn 138. 141. 85 Emus. Demetna 138 Evanco Colleen 138 74 Evan . Aohvyn 58. 91. 138. 88. 230 Evans, Patricia 139 Farmer, Jcseph 139 Feuerdtendt. Karin Fitch. Rebecca 139 Fontenot. Remette 139. 66 Forbes. Tamm 139 Frabk m. Bryan 59. 72. 139. 88 Freeman. James 139. 61 Gahagher. Wifcam 139 Gandy. Betty 139 78 Gandy. Teddy 5 139 81 Gedfi.e EMabeth 58. 92. 93. 95 139 George. Witkam 5. 13. 139 Gemrecm. Jed 140 Gonzalez. Patricia 13. 18 61. 62 70 20. 140 60 Gowdy. R hard 49. 140. 62 Cray. Tamera 140. 230 Green. Demetna 98. 140 GrcmC'ion. Carls 95. 1 0 Grener. Christopher 91. 140. 61. 88 Grissom. James 2 9. 14. 28. 30. 34. 140. 31. 33. 85. 85. 66 Gu4d. Oand 91. 140 Hagan. Cassandra 98 140 74. 88 Hannaman. Christopher 6. 140 60. 62 Harris Aubry 72. 140. 61 Hart. Aben Hartcust Rooert 14C. 36. 60. 66. 81 Closmg lndex 237 Hayes. Kathy 92. 96, 140. 193 Meeker. Wibjm 140. 88 Hem Patrick 141. 61 133 Honderson. Tamm 79. 141. 66. 79 H4I, Sherri 141 He they. Jeff 12. 141 Holloman. Connii 141. 230 Honeychurch. Rebecca 141 Honore. Ramonde 141 Howell. Juba 4 11. 14. 24. 28. 29. 62. 130. 141. 61. 62. 84. 66 Hoy. William 141. 88 Hunt . Mary 77. 141 Irvine. Jeffrey 68. 59. 72. 149. 61. 72. 88 Jackson. Darryl 141 176 Lamb. Kathieon 142 landon. William 142 61. 88 lancy. Myron 79 Lanoux. Robert 141. 142 159. 60. 61. 62 Leavctt. Lee 14, 29. 142. 36. 60 Leblanc. Mich.lle 95. 142. 66 Lee. Rchard 142 LeJoune. Darryl 29. 143 LeJucne. Larce 11. 70. 243. 66. 70 Lewis. Charlesetta 143. 90 Machen. Kaac 61. 88 Magee Mclerne 2, 11. 28 29. 61. 143. 61. 67 Maristany. Ara 11. 70. 101. 61. 70 Minor. Annette 88 Moohot. Annette 24. 74. 144 Murry. Franklin 144. 63 Newman. Kevin 18. 24 20 106 107. 134. 144. 60. 66 Noto. Richard 91. 144 Odom. Leo 144 Onesl. Kevin 144 Osborne. Bryan 144 PariJi. Richard 144. 149 61 88 Pearson. Elizabeth 144. 61 Pcrebootr). Drew 95 144 66. 133 Perkins. Richard91. 144 60 66 PhBkpS. Fekc.a 144 Predrahita. Ronad 144 148 94 Scott. Kel l 93. 95. 140. 143. 145. 92 94 Scott. Kim 145 Scgala Sharon 145 $e«bin oeocrah 2. 62. 70. 145. 147. 62. 66 Selbm. Jeffrey 74. 145. 60. 61.62. 105 Shaw Kcven 145. 33. 74 88 Sixbury. Jule 145. 88 Sm th. Fred 91. 105. 145 91. 118 Smith. John 145 Smith. Shewn 145. 85 Srimvason. Rovinder 72. 91. 208. 146, 61. 125 Stancher. Walter 72. 71. 146. 61. 149 Stone. Eirta 72. 146 61. 72. Van Den Bold. Mar,eke 94 147. 74 Vida. Dale 7. 11 50. 147. 61.62. 66. 67 Wallace. Agros 96, 147 Walton Peaty 147 85 Warren. lachkjta 147, 220 31 Warren. Linda 46. 94. 147 White. Robin 94. 98. 99 147. 63, 78 Whittington. Chs-l 147 Wilcox. Marla 11. 58. 72 147. 61. 72. 88 Wil-sms Bo belle 147 Wilson. Allen 147.61 Wilson. Matthew 147. 133 Wilson. Tara 4. 5. 93 130 141.147.62.66.87 ' Jackson Timothy 141 Jarrett. George 95. 141 Jnes. Stephen 73. 141. 61. 66 Johnson. Beimda 142 Johnson. Deanna 142. 149. 74 Johnson. Todd 142. 61. 105 Jones. Timothy 142. 147 Jones, Robert 142. 60 Juneau. Christopher 139 142. 149, 66. 93 Justice. Ged 3. 58. 92. 95. 142. 61. 93. 133 Kelly. Margaret 142 80. 230 Kinney. Alison 6. 62. 70. 142. 74 Kirkpatrick. Obed 32. 142 31. 32. 36 48 Lat eur. Martial 4. 13. 29. 50. 54. 142. 176. 32. 36. 60. 62. 66. 69. 81. 133. Mayeaux Edward 72. 143. 61. 88 McCarty. Enn 98 139. 143 McCarty. Jacxjoctinc 70. 134. 143. 70 McFatter. wwiam 72. 73. 143. 61 McLean. Patnek 92. 93. 95. 143 McTaggart. Elizabeth 58. 92. 143 Mikso. Elizabeth 143. 61 MFIer. Kevin 50. 72. 105. 106 107. 143. 60. 61 M«s. Stacy 143 Mrfneck. Gregory 143. 148, 93 94 Mitchell John 6. 143. 61 Moore. Haria 143. 80 Moore. Sheryl 58. 143. 61 Moses. Kieth 144. 162. 105. 162 Perce Lon 4. 72. 74. 144 Pinkerton. Crady 58. 92 95 139. 143. 144 149 Podorsky. Marlm 144 Pourcrew, Todd 144 Randolph Margaret 79. 144 61. 66 Redden Emit 144 Rcha't. Robert 72. 145. 61 72 Romairo. Donald 145. 74 Romano. Slechen 145 Romk. Card 145 Rozcr. Patrice 145. 78 Rubenstem. Madeline 7? 145. 61 Sanchez. AKia 74. 145 Sartor. Raymond 145, 61 Sch fling. Sheila 18. 21. 79 145, 79 Schulte. Matthew 72. 103 14$. 61 230 Streat, Dcnna 70. 146. 66. 70 Sun Dav,d 72. 91 146. 91 Tabor. Jamie 146 Tabor. Whit 29 144. 146. 31.85 Tan. Edward 146 61 Tetzrcr. Erich Thayer Fvan 78. 30. 34 146 31. 84 Thevenet. Kenneth 146. 61 Thomas. Flora 58. 92. 146. 66. 67 Thomasson. Meche ie 70. 146. 66. 70. 113 Thrasher. Kenneth 71. 146 88 Trammell. Tina 146 Tullos. Mark 58. 144. 146 Turk. Laura 11 SO. 14$. 133 VaUqjeue. Oand 146. 60 Wiltenmuth. John 77. 71. 147. 60. 61 Wiltz Mickey 9. 29. 49. 54; 32 80 Wolfe. Kathryn 147. 88 Younathan. Card 147. 61 Young. Darryl 29. 79. 147 31.79 Young. James 7. 29. 54 35 147 31.60.61.62 91 66 Young. Luke 72. 73. 91. 147 61 Young Vanessa 70. 147 70 74. 78 238 Closing Index Looking for a unique place? BRHS — the place just for you .. outgoing students ... fully trained guidance staff Are you looking for a place that is truly unique, but yet takes on the flavor of everyday life? Are you. dedicated student, looking for a learning environment where one can truly be himself and develop his potential to its fullest with the aid of dedicated instructors and staff? Well, YOU’VE FOUND THAT PLACE! Yes. BRHS. a unique learning environment and a really neat place is just for you. Our highly respected and professional staff teachers, administration, and student body will work with you to make those all important adolescent years undoubtedly the greatest years of your life. Your knowledge will balloon (along with your self-confidence) daily as you merrily breeze through our stimulating curriculum in academics and the performing arts. Our social atmosphere here at BRHS is one that you. dedicated student. will fit into. Also, you’ll find that cameraderie abounds as you. along with your 1200 really well-adjusted all-American adolescent classmates, work to make the name of Baton Rouge High School known throughout the land! Looking for the school made just for you? BATON ROUGE HIGH SCHOOL Where we care about YOU! Baton Rouge High began as a dream. A dream to School Board officials and a dream to several hundred students in the parish. The qualities, potential and people of our school make it a cherished memory for all of us. The FRICASSEE staff extends appreciation to the students, faculty and administration of B.R.H.S. and to Mr. Bill Myers and American Yearbook Company for their valuable aid. 240 ---—