Ben L Smith High School - Aquila Yearbook (Greensboro, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 252 of the 1966 volume:

p.c. 3T3.?. 11 fck The Students of Ben L. Smith High School present pictorial review of a year of PROGRESS IN ACTION Sound of hammers, sparks of steel, concrete poured, walls erected . . . New dimensions in a changing scene . . . We grow physically and cul¬ turally, mentally and socially . . . Buidings grow, people grow . . . upward, outward, always reach¬ ing . . . Ben L. Smith is on the more ... in big things, important things ... in little things, routine things taken for granted . . . familiar things overlooked . . . But in all things we are a picture of PROG¬ RESS IN ACTION . . . Table of Contents Title and Introduction Dedication School Life Academics Sports Activities Classes Sponsors 1A . . . .2 . . . .4 . 32A 80A 112A 144A 220 48S7S8 PROGRESS IN ACTION . . . BEN L. SMITH HIGH SCHOOL 2407 Osborne Road Greensboro, N. C. Volume III AUDREY G. SCHNABEL Along every path in life there continuously seems to be one outstanding person who leaves a lasting impression. After the Aquila staff of 1966 has gone on to bigger and better accomplishments, there is one person we shall never forget . . . that teacher who was constantly devoting her lunch hours and week-ends to make our yearbook the best. We shall never forget her vivacious personality, her friendly smile, and her words of encouragement and praise, because they are so characteristic of her. Her sincere interest in each individual student, her willingness to help those in need, her unending patience, her en¬ thusiastic support of school functions, and her unselfish desire to share her knowledge with others are but a few of her outstanding qualities. Without her constant encouragement, her unend¬ ing drive and her tireless efforts on our behalf, the ' 64, ' 65, and ' 66 Aquilas would not have been possible. To show our deep respect, appreciation, and love, we dedicate the ' 66 Aquila to Mrs. Audrey G. Schnabel, a teacher and friend that was always there. 2 As a Speech and Drama teacher, Mrs. Schnabel devotes her undivided attention upon her students as they show their newly developed skills in the art of speech¬ making . . . In Grateful Appreciation For a Job Caught in the act of being herself . . . this is the way we shall always re¬ member her . . . Well Done. . . Always On The Move. From the buses, down the terraced approach, we arrive to¬ gether to start the day ... a steady movement of life no matter how sleepy! . . . A stop by the office (to attend to friendship and business) always finds Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Whiteley with friendly greetings . . . The Commons Area . . where it ' s cozy on cold mornings, where we can find almost anyone, and where the latest adven¬ tures are revealed with mixed emotions . . . Some of us gather outside under the walkway . . . but we all gather together wait¬ ing for things to start . . . 4 Together We Build A Future A hustle and bustle goes on between classes. There ' s a lot of walking to do, and then of course that chance meeting with some special someone . . . These are the gathering places . . . this is our background for action. And action is found in simple things . . . morning arrivals, daily errands, lively discussions, changing classes, a ping pong game or a shuffleboard match, lunching, or learn¬ ing. In the hallways, along the walkways, in the lobbies and classrooms, we are a body always on the move. Even when we pause to reflect or ques¬ tion, we still maintain a certain momentum . . . a marking time, perhaps . . . but movement is there. The scurry of a day has all the usual incidents. Conversation concerns the usual topics of a typi¬ cal student body. Interests cover the usual youth¬ ful activities. But to us it ' s vital and alive, be¬ cause when we are on the move, we pass this way The patio ... a wonderful place to relax, cram, or just sit and dream . . . The lunch room affords a talking place as well as an eating place . . . but once . Diversion keeps us on our toes—especially a good argument over the ping pong game. Here, Steve Nash has a round with John Stout, as Skip Lef- ler referees ... , 5 Each Day School Life Gains Momentum It ' s good to have a laugh now and then . . . Karen Williams, Sarah Parrish, Jennifer Gschwind, and Patty Willis listen to Carol Regan ' s account of . . . wish we knew . . . Ronda French, Leslie Williams, and Elaine Fesperman help ... or hinder . . . workmen on the new wing . . . 6 In A Potpourri of Experiences And Moods There ' s always something going on! It makes no difference if it ' s just a conversation among friends or the excitement of a touchdown . . . we ' re all involved in this thing called school life. And the time flies before w e realize it, so enjoy it we shall . . . After school, the holl patrol discusses policies needed to maintain order . . . It sure is rough on the feet being photography coordinator for AQUILA. Linda Ramsey soaks tired feet between as¬ signments . . . No need to describe the intensity of the emotional experience here. Cheerleaders, Brenda Holmes, Sharon Overman, and Carol Slawter show us school spirit in action . . . Familiar Sounds And Sights. . .Ours To We don ' t think much about them, but these are the scenes familiar to all of us. This is school life . . . our lives . . . and action isn ' t limited to the group by any means. The individual makes his own experience, and he has his own moments . . . his own duties . . . An office assistant places an important memorandum in one of the teacher ' s boxes . . . The light and sound is made ready for an assembly program or an athletic event . . . not a very glorious task, but an essential one . . . Bill Chamberlain is lost to the world when he reads for a book report ... no wonder; look at the book . . . 8 Capture. . .And Then Move On In study hall, John Crowder ponders over the many words in front of him .... Diane Kendrick may be overwhelmed by her senior schedule . . . An ort exhibit in the library showcase fascinates Betty Lawrence . . . 9 This is not a photographic boo-boo. It is a view through the door-window of Mrs. Black ' s Biology room in action Drama is fun, especially when the hero must save the fair maiden in distress. The learning process is painless this way . . . Classroom Activities People on the go remind us that action can be mental or physical. Class activity shows the wide and sometimes amazing range of human interest. At times we work hard and diligently; at times we quietly listen and try to concentrate; sometimes we play while we learn, and we laugh while we play; often we dream and call it thinking. But at all times we keep ourselves on the move . . . Jeannie Seigo is o study in concentration os she practices on an adding mochine . . . 10 Mr. Whitaker ' s Spanish class concentrates on correct pro¬ nunciation . . . Satisfy Diversified Interests We really use the brain power on tests . . . 1 1 Assemblies Provide Opportunity To Students, in o more serious light, stand at attention, as they pledge allegiance to the flag of their coun¬ try .. . Mr. Howell, in charge of Assembly programs, provided in- Mr. Dan Komornicki, Mr. Jack Sorenson, ond Judge Richord- teresting and welcome speakers. Pictured here, I. to r„ ore son Preyer . . . 12 Broaden Interests And Inspire Fellowship Our assemblies were interesting because they had purpose. We were joined together as a body to be amused, entertained, or enlightened. The spirit of fellowship grew, and by meeting together, we gained intangible benefits of character build¬ ing as well as superficial pleasures. Whether we laughed or meditated together, the important thing is, we were together . . . Mrs. Burnett directs a program of song for students and friends. Musical offerings are always well accepted by all of us . . Election time means fun and frolic for the amusement of the audience. Great gyrations in clever skits make campaigning something to eagerly await . . . Mr. Mclver enlightens student body on scheduling activity. Mrs. Marjorie Lane, Junior Counselor waits to speak 13 Pep Rallies And Bonfires Help Boost When a school grows, spirit soars. When a stu¬ dent body and a school grow together, they be¬ come part of each other. Pride becomes a living element in defeat as well as in victory. Pep rallies, bonfires, student support at games, renew the spirit . . bring it to the fore . . . give vent to emotions . . . bring us together as a single, vital force . . . An afternoon rally . . . together under the warm sun . . . works up steam for an evening game . . . Victory flag flies high as cheerleaders kneel in praise, after defeat of Grimsley by Smith squad in basketball . . . 14 Clap hands for our team . . Smith Spirit In Victory or Defeat Homecoming and bonfires seem to be synonymous with each other . Perhaps it is the warmth and glow of returning that is matched by the warmth of the fire . . . Eagle mascot is saluted before game with cross-town rival . . Homecoming Queen Teressa Williams Crowned Homecoming . . . the time when old friend¬ ships are renewed. . . This was certainly true on October 2, our second homecoming event, when old classmates returned and new classmates got together. The hustle and bustle of electing a queen and her court was climaxed by the announcement of the winners at half-time. The hushed stadium lis¬ tened eagerly as Carol Regan, announcer for the evening, named Teressa Williams as Queen of Homecoming, with Jennifer Gschwind as Maid-of- Honor. The band performed, and the Queen ' s Court and escorts paid homage to Her Majesty. After being driven around the field in the tradi¬ tional new convertibles, the Queen and her Maid- of-Honor reigned over the night ' s festivities . . . 1964 Queen, Susie Amici relinquishes her crown and title to Teressa Williams, Homecoming Queen Senior Homecoming Court, seated I. to r.: Sarah Parrish, Diane Troy, Patty Willis, Karen Williams, Bobbie Morton, Jennifer Gschwind, Norma Simpson, Donna James, and Joy Noah . . . Juniors in Court, I. to r.: Connie Burgess, Leanne Hayes, and Pat Coble . . . During Gala Half-Time Show for 1965. Looking on is her escort, Freddie Mc¬ Cormick, and Maid-of-Honor, Jennifer Gschwind . . . Queen Teressa and her escort ar¬ rive at the dance . . . The Queen posses in review before her sub¬ jects . . . the bond plays, and her attend¬ ants honor her os she rides by . . . Sophomore attendants are Rene Boseman and Kathy Spinks . Pumpkins mean Hallowe ' en, and Judy Whitley, Carolyn Hill, and Martha Heath make some prize ones for the tables in the cafeteria and the teachers ' desks . . . Pumpkins, Parties. . .Parades, Plays Time is always on the move . . . once things get started in the new school year, the days seem to fly. Soon we move from football to pumpkin and turkey time . . . and before we can say, San¬ ta Claus, he ' s here! We have to try to maintain a balance between academics and the seasonal excitement that comes with Christmas and vaca¬ tions. It ' s a time of snow and good food and the thrill of a parade. Carols echo everywhere, and we lose ourselves in good will before we have to come in for a landing and face the exams of January . . . Even during busy winter months, there is time for fun in the snow. We shall not name the people . . . snowball fights are verboten . . . 18 Y.R.C. float captured third place in the Christmas parade. Members created a Santa ' s Dress Shop, on wheels . . . -f � r � Signs And Posters, Freddie McCormick, President of the 1965-1966 student body, presides ot all school assemblies . . . Springtime brings elections and gives every¬ one the opportunity to participate in the affairs of his school. Student Council Representatives meet seriously to discuss and nominate ... to in¬ terview and choose. Nominees excitedly place new and different campaign posters ... in all shapes and sizes . . . along the halls and walkways . . . in the Commons Area and on the stairways . . . to announce flamboyantly the best choice for of¬ fice. Skits are rehearsed for performance in a spe¬ cial assembly. Candidates head for the speech room for help in the gentle art of persuasion. When the ballots are finally counted, the smiles and tears, exaltation and disappointment, mingle together. Then . . . when it is all over . . . we stand united behind our new leaders to keep our school moving forward . . . 20 Skits And Speeches Point To Elections 21 Whether It’s Slow or Fast, Feet Flave Wings Recreation offers relaxation for everyone, and a dance is the most popular activity of all. No matter what the style, most of us find open houses and proms a welcome relief from the grind of every-day activities . . . Teressa Williams dances with Perry Holleman at Homecoming dance . . . 22 As our building grew and our stature grew, we embarked upon a program of beautification thus, the patio wos born To Stay On The Service to school and community is part of our lives . . it helps us grow spiritually as well as physically . . . To keep a school on the move, unselfishness must be part of its personality . . . Go We Musf Serve Daily To moke things beautiful, we hove to keep things beautiful. Dione Troy, Chairman of beautification helps keep things in order . . . Cathy Moore gives some of her spare time to the Christmas Seal program . . . 23 Gypsy Magic Is Theme of 65 Prom Seniors are greeted at the door as they enter the camp of the colorful gypsies . . . Sophomores in gypsy attire greeted formally- dressed Juniors and Seniors . . . crepe paper flut¬ tered from the ceiling . . . candlelight flickered from the tables . . . and a campfire beside a cov¬ ered wagon added the finishing touches to the gypsy theme. On the evening of May 14, a magic spell was cast in the gymtorium as the 1965 Junior-Senior Prom got under way. The enchanting music of Burt Massengale and his orchestra beckoned as dancers filled the floor. Gypsy Magic became our magic . . . the glamour and stardust of the moment became ours to hold and remember . . . Refreshments, entertainment, and laughter held us spellbound until the clock struck the hour of parting. The gypsies disappeared into their caravan . . . the couples left, one by one . . . but the memories lingered and are still there . . . Tables are set under the stars for the stars of the evening . . . Jaw l MI W. V ' 4 Entertainment at the prom has a professional quality . 24 Senior Superlatives are honored as announcer, Lindy Stephenson, introduces each couple to those attending the dance . . . Couples reluctantly leave the dance floor at the end of a dance . that music is so good . . . too good to stop, even for a moment ' s rest . . . 25 A coke break provides o time for sociability and a time to catch the breoth. Dancers stand and wait for the music to begin. Mother Goose A Go Go Is Theme Of Prom N Mother Goose A Go Go ... a new slant on an old theme. The good mother herself would not have recognized her crew. Good music . . . good friends . . . good food . . . and a good time was had by all at the third annual Midwinter ' s Prom in February . . . Dancers enjoy the rhythm of the music. The Student Commons area comes to life with favorite songs. 26 Excellence In Academics And The Arts Is A Living, Growing Distinction duals excelled in all fields . . . individuals served as better citizens. Through the year Smith H.S. accomplishments spelled progress . . . Honors . . . awards . . . distinction to self and recognition for our school. WeVe come a long way in three short years. We gained accreditation by the Secondary School Association . . . indivi- Mr. Gardner presents Ben L. Smith Memorial Award to Kay Spinks. Fordham Patrick holds Ben L. Smith Scholarship Award. Howard Foster receives the Mclver Citizenship Award, The Civitan Citizenship Award went to Tommy Moorefield. Our choral department won three superiors at the state contest. In the Oddfellows ' U.N. speech contest, Jerry Moore placed second for the boys; Delores Jones placed first and Carol Wright second for the girls. Delores won a two-week tour of the eastern U.S.. Brenda Brown is congratulated by Mr. Mclver on her sue cess in winning in the Merit Scholarship fund. 27 Ted Hunter, Pam Smith, Jerry Parrish, Mark Bell, and James Wiggs made All-State Orchestra, Linda Bland accepts the winner ' s trophy from Mr. Walthal for her speech at the District VICA Conference. Gayle Turner holds award for highest academic achievement in 1965. Diane Troy won the D.A.R. Good Citizen Award. Gayle Turner and Ronda French scan college bulletins in guidance center. Ronda was made a finalist for the Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship and Gayle was chosen alternate. Our debate team averaged three out of four wins in com¬ petition. At Wake Forest they received a Certificate of Excellence. Chris Teras, Eddie Curtis, Jeff Brantley, and 28 Kerry Campbell debated on the Varsity team. Ronda French and Judy Whitley were alternates. Chosen for Junior Marshals are, seated, I. to r.: Gwen Lock- row: Jeff Brantley, Bill Chamberlain, Ronald Martin, John lar, Pam Smith, Pat Pope, Marsha Wald, Gay Craven; second Evans, Eddie Gerringer, Rives Kistler. Freddie McCormick, Dennis Clayton, and Donna James were honored by being chosen Student of the Month by the Greensboro Recreation Department. These students exhibited outstanding qualities of leadership. Kathy Christy, Thespian of the Year, is congratu¬ lated by Mr. Mclver. 29 Jeff Brontley won a four-day New York and Washington trip with his United Nations speech. Arrival of The Day Brings Smiles, Tears Brenda Wilder greets classmates and guests on Sen¬ ior Day . . . Lingering strains of prom music fade away . . . resounding echoes of pep rallies become silent . . . the last deadline for the annual has been conquered . . . term papers, last minute reports, and finally, exams . . . spell out the close of an¬ other school year. For Seniors it means the end of the many activities which made up their high school lives. Graduation activities begin with Senior Day when Juniors proudly assist the graduates into their emerald caps and gowns before the awards are presented. When these traditional ceremonies come to a close, Seniors and their guests meet in the library for the Senior Tea. When the big night arrives, dignified Seniors, capped and gowned, find they are not so sophisti¬ cated after all . . . Juniors assist Seniors in donning proud new attire . Receiving line at Senior Tea Chief Marshal, Jennifer Gschwind, leads graduating class at the beginning of Senior Day ceremonies . . . 30 Mr. Gardner calls names of graduates, and Mr. Mclver congratulates each one Seniors Must Say Goodbye To The Old And Face A New Life In A Changing World Seniors, diplomas clutched proudly, leave the gymtorium for the last time . . . It ' s sometimes hard to hold back those unwanted tears . . . sometimes they defy us and start anyway . . . Susan Richardson finds it hard to be glad . . . and sad . . . as she ponders the unknown future . . . 32 PROGRESS IN ACTION 9 WITH ACADEMICS Active pursuit of knowledge . . . search for truth . . . determination to improve understand¬ ing . . . these are the elements which helped us grow academically . . . Study . . . the stuff from which knowledge is made ... in the classroom, in the library, at home . . . open to all, there for the taking . . . Opportunities unlimited through doors waiting to be unlocked ... a chain of opportunity with added links to help us grow . . . New courses, new materials, new classrooms and equipment to enrich the learning climate . . . this was the expanding academic program. This was progress and action . . . AT B.L.S. The Final Test Of A Leader Is That He Instills In Other Men The Conviction And The Will To Carry On Behind every successful operation, there stands : strong administrator—a competent leader. The driving force at B.L.S. is our principal, Mr. Wil¬ iam B. Mclver. His ability to use good judgment, t is desire to exceed, his moral and spiritual char¬ acter, and his sense of responsibility have been nstrumental in makng our school one of the finest n the state in a record-breaking three-year period. He directed the opening of the school, assem- led a top-rate faculty, and led us on to accredi- ation with swiftness and skill. He constantly trives for an intellectual atmosphere in which ve may prepare ourselves for future life. He is lirectly concerned with our problems, and many if us have found that we have been better indi¬ viduals after a conference with him. It does not matter how busy he is, he always has time for those who need his help and his understanding. The attitude and wisdom which Mr. Mclver exhibits is an inspiration to all who come in con¬ tact with him. Part of his philosophy is that as long as a person has the right attitude, he will do a successful job! In a prominent place, he has displayed the fol¬ lowing Indian prayer, Great Spirit—Grant that I may not criticize my neighbor until I have walked a mile in his moccasins. And we know that Mr. Mclver practices in his life what he believes in his heart. 33 Mr. Williams Plays Vital Role In Our Lives His cheerful smile begins and ends each day. His sound advice proves indispensable time and time again. His patience and understanding help us over many a hurdle. His strength gives us strength, and his wisdom hos won the respect of the entire school. Although he handles disciplinary problems, there isn ' t anyone who questions his fairness. This is Mr. George Williams, our assistant principal. He plays a vital role in the school program at Ben L. Smith. He has made outstanding contributions to a new school which is constantly on the move. Mr. Williams is not only in charge of discipline, but also handles the school bus program, and all textbook business. He is an ardent supporter of school activi¬ ties and an enthusiastic fan ot all athletic events. School Board Fosters Excellence In Education School Board: seated, I. to r.: Mrs Lessie E. Hoyle, Richord K Hunter, Chairman, Richard M Wilson, Dr. George H. Evans; standing: Dr. H C. Allison, Asst. Superintendent; P. J Weaver, Superintendent; Dr. Robert F Mosley, Attorney; R Thrope Jones, Asst Superintendent of Business; Not Pic¬ tured: Albert S Lineberry, George E. Norman, E F Lucas. 34 Office Staff Prove Indispensable To Progress We could not have made the progress we have shown without those dedicated individuals who play their most important roles behind the scenes. We often forget to say, thank you for the many things they do, but we are ever aware of the fact that we could not do without them. Our secretaries and our cafeteria manager are very important forces in keeping our school on the move. Mrs. Whiteley and Mrs. Evans function in so many ways that there is not space enough to list the many tasks they perform. Mrs. Drinkard is more than a cafeteria manager, because she has the unique quality of caring about each of us per¬ sonally. To these three, their jobs are more than just routine; they not only give of their talents, but also they give of themselves, unselfishly and tirelessly, with love and human kindness. Every day, from early in the morning until late in the after¬ noon, Mrs. Dorothy Evans works diligently to help teachers and students with problems and needs. We are fortunate that she can also smile when the going gets rough. Mrs. Florence Whiteley eagerly accepts her responsibilities as Secretary. Her smiling face has become a tradition at Smith, and her reputation as friend to all ' is well known throughout the city! We could not do without her devotion to us and to the school. As Cafeteria Manager, Mrs. Mary Drinkard goes beyond the call of duty to see that we get the little extra things which she feels will make us hoppy. We thank her for taking good care of our vitamin needs! 35 Guidance Staff Draws Blueprint Of Future Senior Counselor, Mr. Harold Estep, helps many confused seniors by interpreting College Board scores or advising them on future plans and future programs. When young men and women endeavor to plan for the future, they need the wisdom and ex¬ perience of highly trained personnel to guide them through the maze of choice. At Smith, students are fortunate to have a superior guidance staff. Any individual who may be in the throes of un¬ certainty, is assured competent advice which ul¬ timately will make his problem seem less complex. Each student is provided the opportunity to discover himself and to find the career which is most suited to him. Through testing, interviews, and cumulative information, the counselors are able to deal with personal problems concerning academic or business training. The responsibilities are many in this area; college applications, assisting students with pro¬ gram scheduling, curriculum recommendations, academic needs, career counselling, and scholar¬ ship programs are handled daily by the staff. In addition, there are many times when each mem¬ ber of the department lends an understanding ear to any student who needs an objective listener. Mrs. Margery Lane, Junior Counselor, advises students on program planning, testing, and future possibilities. She makes certain that each individual is headed in the right direction. Sophomores find a good friend in Mrs. Mary Lib Whiteside. She unravels the confusion of being in senior high school and being exposed to so much planning so quickly. 36 Academic Enrichment Keeps B.L.S. On Top A familiar sight at Ben L. Smith is the plan- ture, they constantly review and revise to satisfy ning sessions of our three counselors. Always all levels of academic needs, aware of present needs, and with vision for the fu- Mrs. Whiteside, Mr. Estep, and Mrs. Lane examine academic standards. Dean’s Office A Busy Hive Of Activity Mrs. Rachel Morton, Dean of Students, must keep efficient records of attendance for all stu¬ dents at Smith. She is in charge of all excuses and all permissions. Many ' s the tale of woe which passes through this portal! It takes a great deal of endurance to withstand the tide of student prob¬ lems and a maximum of patience to keep up with reports. Mrs. Morton consults with assistants on attendance reports. Library Offers Opportunities For Cultural Growth No one can do a source theme, a research paper, or debate preparation without using the card catalogue to look up reference material. Projectors, recorders, television sets, and other useful facili¬ ties make it possible for many students to benefit from audio-visual programs. Here David Baker and Billy Harris fill a teacher-request for equipment. As we enter the doors of our beautiful library, we see before us the essence of progress in action. Many of the ideals of three years ago have become realities underthededicated direction of our librarian, Miss Catherine Weir and her as¬ sistant, Mrs. Parham. Here, midst the dignity of a cultural environment, the library reflects the many things that poets praise — the magic of books, the peace of quietness, the inspiration in the search for knowledge. Shelves are filled with good books, carefully chosen; tasteful furnishings offer comfort for work and concentration; timely bulletin boards and show cases add interest and enlightment, or¬ derly stacks offer well-arranged and intellectual research material; and audio-visual equipment en¬ hances the learning environment in the classroom. Students seeking the opportunity to broaden their literary backgrounds through magazines, newspapers, reference collections, and encyclo¬ pedias, do so in a modern, well-lighted atmos¬ phere. The personal touch of the librarian is seen in the arrangements of plants and flowers and the neatness and cleanliness of the entire room. This year, we added hundreds of new books and new audio-visual equipment such as, over¬ head projectors, recorders, movie projectors, and television receivers. A qualified staff of operators are available for anyone who requests audio¬ visual assistance. The librarians and library assistants are always pleased to aid anyone who desires it, and during each period, students have the opportunity to im¬ prove themselves in an inspired literary climate. Comfortable chairs make reading a pleasure instead of a chore. Harold Johnson settles back for an hour of study. 38 This is the view of our library from the upper level. Attrac¬ tive walnut furnishings help provide a tranquil atmosphere for study. The book cases hold vast stores of knowledge for the searching student. In the background can be seen the trophy cups awarded to outstanding students from year to year. There is always an attractive display on the bulletin board; the display window facing toward the main lobby creates a center of interest with its various exhibits. On the left wall, there are framed Club Charters as wel as bookcases containing projects of the English Department. Librarians Miss Catherine Weir and Mrs. Parham stand behind the check-out desk examining the day ' s book re¬ turns — or perhaps they are catching up on their book work! Joy Noah and Danny Parks admire pictures in the library display case. Mr. Shankland of the Art Dept, provides excellent student exhibits. 39 English Department: seated I. to r.: Miss Rebekah Lee, Miss Melinda Lobdell, Mrs. Margaret Dickinson, Chair¬ man; Miss Virginia Atcheson, Mrs. Carol Fogleman; stand¬ ing: Mr. Bobb Riggs, Mrs. Clara Scarborough, Mr. Mil- ton Gillis. (Not pictured Miss Edna Nicholson.) Literature Challenges Imaginative Minds Gail Allen adds amusement to her English class by perform¬ ing a singing commercial. William Shakespeare dominates Senior English, and Mrs. Dickinson ' s attractive bulletin board brings the England of Shakespeare to life. 40 Power Of Words Can Never Be Ignored Mrs. Dickinson ' s class intently listens while Chaucer ' s Can terbury Tales are discussed. A boot can be something to wear, a part of a tire, or the trunk of a car. It depends upon where one is and what he is discussing. This startling bit of evidence proves that words indeed have their ways in the English language. The English Depart¬ ment was on its toes and ready to demonstrate the importance of verbal usage in all areas of the subject. We were shown how to use words, how to spell them, read them, speak them, and gather meaning from them. In Sophomore English we sampled various forms of literature which included the novel and Shakespearian drama; in Junior English, we con¬ centrated on our American heritage and made an attempt at freeing our imaginations by writing short stories; in Senior English, the words and ways of English literature were explored through the time of their inception to the modern era. Theme writing, book reports, research, and oral interpretation emphasized the need for good construction and proper usage of words. Attend¬ ing plays and participation in panel discussions added interest and personal involvement. New films, maps, records, and bulletin board material enhanced a growing program. Miss Nicholson shows Linda Boswell that the study of our language can be fun, and the dictionary is our best friend in English. Sophomores find that the varied topics undertaken in their first year are in¬ teresting and challenging. 41 Dave Morrah was a most welcome guest during a class session on humorous writing. Floodgates Of Expression Opened By Adventure Of Creative Writing Those of us who enjoy self-expression were offered the opportunity to write creatively this year. We met on an informal basis to develop variety in writing through the imaginative use of language. We kept journals with personal im¬ pressions, reading notes, and ideas gleaned from class discussion, and we published our best of¬ ferings in magazine-style. Guest speakers included Dave Morrah, noted humorist; Mrs. Jean Newman, writer; and Miss Virginia Atcheson of our own faculty. The class participated in school activities by writing for the Teen-Age Record and the EAGLE EYE and composing the scripts for the band half¬ time shows. We hope to win the N. C. poetry con¬ test and have some of our work accepted for the N. C. English Teacher ' s Student Edition. Mrs. Scarborough checks a reference as Bill Wright, David Burns, Janice Sprinkle, and Paul Welch look on. Linda Ramsey, Janice Sprinkle, Chris Peer, Paul Welch, and David Burns put the finishing touches on the creative writing publication. 42 Ven , Vi6i, Vic . . .The Language Of Rome Latin is a living language in more ways than one, and Mrs. Harmon can prove this to anyone who doubts it. Latin has exerted a great influence on our own language today, and we learned that more than sixty per cent of our vocabulary is de¬ rived from it. It is still written and spoken today as evidenced in the Roman Catholic Church, and so many other languages were influenced by it that a traveler can understand foreign tongues much better if they can boast of a classical lan¬ guage background. In Latin 1 and 2 we are shown how we are part of the ancient heritage which Latin repre¬ sents, because studying it makes the individual understand other cultures as well as his own. In Latin 3 and 4 we become even more aware of Roman culture as Caesar marches vividly be¬ fore us. The language department offered Latin 5 and 6 this year, and those who are wise enough to study advanced Latin are thrilled by the beauty and power of oratory and poetry. Classic Language Department: Mrs. Virginia Harmon teaches all levels of Latin. Tom Johnson points to a model of a Roman camp in the time of Caesar. 43 Modern Language Classes One language makes a wall; it takes two to make a gate. With this bit of philosophy, the foreign language teachers are working steadily to build the gate. Through a sequential program of three levels, we learn to communicate ideas and to understand the target language as spoken by natives. In French and Spanish, Level One teaches lis¬ tening ability and comprehension; Level Two re¬ quires reading ability as w ell as verbal profici¬ ency. Level Three requires reading and writing development through the study of literature. In the language laboratory, both French and Spanish students are given the opportunity to Spanish students study dia¬ logues and repetition drills with the use of the tape re¬ corder. This gives them the advantage of hearing the native voice and imitating the acents. Modern Language Dept., Seated: Mrs. Argyle Brown, Chairman; Standing, left to right: Mr. Jon Sams; Mr. Henry Whitaker. Mrs. Brown illustrates pho¬ netic symbols in French so that students may perfect their pronunciation in the French language. Strive For Linguistic Skill improve upon their listening and speaking skills. Foreign culture as well as language is intro¬ duced in each class. This cultural knowledge helps us create the bridge of understanding and appreciation which is essential in achieving in¬ ternational good will. Films, recordings, and pictures showed us life in other countries, and understanding teachers put up with our accents. We don ' t know how well the French or Spanish people will be able to understand us, but we do know the learning experience in these tongues have made us feel like the international “jet set. Mrs. Brown distributes French practice records which are used in a self-improvement program for individual students. Each students receives individual instruction from Mr. Sams in the language lab. This is a study in profile of Larry Eubanks and Mr. Sams concentrating over a technical difficulty. The control panel of the audio-lingual laboratory is an impressive maze of buttons, lights, and dials. 45 2 ? istory Department: seated, I. to r.: Mrs. Martha Simpson; rs. Brenda MacDonald; standing: Mr. James Howell, Chair¬ man; Mrs. Margaret Carter; Mr. Jerry Dellinger. Our Heritage Provides If we are to live in the world of tomorrow, we must be acquainted with yesterday and today. If we are to know ourselves, we must know others. This is the basic concept in our history department and many new courses were added to enlighten us and make us better future citizens. The Social Studies Department expanded this year by adding courses in sociology, government, and economics. New equipment enhanced the program by adding visual procedure to text in¬ formation, Field trips, symposiums, and projects Students of American History learn about the growth and states of the present day. Here, Mr. Howell corrects the development of their own country from its beginning as a views of a confused student, weak confederation to the complex democratic union of 46 Insight To The Future stressed individual participation and added per¬ sonal interest to each area covered. World History and U. S. History stressed the foundation and growth of society, as well as the effect of environment on peoples of a certain area, during a specific period. In both classes, debates, investigations, reports, and maps emphasized stu¬ dent involvement, and films and field trips en¬ livened learning. Under Mr. Howell ' s direction, a coordinated program evolved in all areas of social studies. Miss Jenkins, student teacher from U.N.C.G. interests students in a point of history. •erey spirihi ipsonmi est mmm rWnum nu-lorm gfl IjSSvitJ qui lujentj quonldm tp’l conskJjuntur. .it 1 quJ sunt rnitcv; quonldm ipd povsfdpbt.nt tcrr.im. atl quJ esuriunt et sltiunt lustidnt; quonldm Ipsi sdtlirdlmntur. ®j|r dti qui sunt miser]rordcs; quonldm i psis miseri ordia triburtur. Uv • 1 Hr.iti qui sunt munrlj orilc; quonidm Ipsi llfiim idrlxint. Mrs. MacDonald points out the elaborate and picturesque style of script during the Middle Ages. Mr. Dellinger encourages a discussion in American Government. i if, ' ' { % ■ lH ' nejfi . fa f £ T T- d 1- M 9. ■ $ ■- ZJtta Aj jy x C « r £ 7 Mi „ . K. Jk K 47 Trig students listen intently as student teacher, Miss Edie Whitener, leads a discussion on Mollweide ' s formulas for solving oblique triangles. Charts on new desks are welcome aids in solving problems and draw¬ ing graphs. Special pencils enable students to work right on the desk. 48 New Equipment, More Space, And Audio-Visual Aids Add Enrichment To Math Program Formulas, equations, and proofs form the basis of mathematics. Even though it is considered a numerical science, mathematics is dependent upon logic and reasoning. Because of its versatility, it can be applied to almost all subject-matter. Our Math. Department kept pace with the progressive movement of the times by the addition of new equipment, new texts, and new classrooms. This year, for the first time, teachers had over¬ head projectors as aids in instruction, and we were given special desks containing graphs and tables on their shining surfaces. In General Math., students discovered the bases of modern numerical procedure. Plane Ge¬ ometry offered enlightenment in the reasoning process and proved to be more than just drawing triangles. Algebra and Advanced Algebra often taxed Junior brainpower to the limit with equa¬ tions and progressions, while lofty Seniors became deflated by Trigonometry and Solid and Analytic Geometry. College preparatory training as well as prep¬ aration for the business world was offered to all, and we discovered the vital role which mathe¬ matics plays in modern everyday living. In other words, when our teachers tell us we cannot be ef¬ fective without it, we ' d better believe it! Overhead projection enables Mr. Leeds to demonstrate new ideas in Geometry to confused students. Audio-Visual aids provide clearer understanding of subject-matter by actual observation. Math. Department: seated, I. to r.: Mrs. Phyllis Mastrocola; Miss Faye Williams; standing: Mr. Otis Gard¬ ner, Chairman; Mr. Edgar Snider; Mr. Robert Leeds; Mr. George Williams. 49 Mr. Jack Huffaker, Chairman of the Science Department, shows Chris Teras and Bob Saunders the principles of the inclined plane in the study of component forces. Chemistry , Physics — Modern science laboratories offer students the opportunity to increase their knowledge in all fields of physical science. By enrolling in courses of modern chemistry and physics, they learn the basic concepts necessary for survival in a complex civilization. Chemical and physical properties of matter are investigated, analyzed, and summar¬ ized by actual experimentation. This experimen¬ tation is a basic element in the scientific method, and much of the student ' s time is spent in the lab. We know that science is molding our futures; we must be well-trained in drawing logical con¬ clusions from observed data. In science, conclu¬ sions must be based on known fact; therefore the life of the chemistry student is involved in experi¬ mentation and laboratory technique. The physics ' student ' s life is filled with calculations and for¬ mulas which help him understand the phenomena in the universe. Sometimes, in the gleaming labs downstairs, we wonder if we could borrow the flourescent light starter to set into action our mental illumination. Gory Wyrick, Jennifer Gschwind, and Freddie McCormick perform an interesting experiment on the calibration of a spring balance. The slide rule is one of the basic tools of the physics stu¬ dent as he ponders over the many problems. 50 The determination of reacting volumes holds Bill Copeland spellbound as he studies its effect. Profile of The Age Of Scientific Wonder Mr. Huffaker demonstrates the effect of atmospheric pressure on a mercury barometer as Bobby Johnson looks on with interest. 51 Biology Emphasizes That The Robert Fuller indicotes oreas of the body adversely af¬ fected by the smoking habit. Willoughby, our esteemed man of bones, cooperates at all times. Preparation for each class laboratory takes time and care. Here, Donna Thompson acts as a lab assistant. 52 First Step To Knowledge Is Curiosity In a world of sparkling test tubes, multi-shaped flasks and beakers, and powerful microscopes, biology students delve into the miracles of the age and uncover many interesting areas of study. Problems in plant and animal life are studied by using the scientific method. Sophomores found that dissecting the earth¬ worm, observing life in a drop of water through powerful lenses, or making collections of plant and animal life, help to make the study of biology more exciting. Some of the classes observed a young squirrel and several baby rabbits, while others investigated the field of genetics through the observation of hamsters. A course in advanced biology is offered to those who qualify. The function of this class is to delve deeper into the study of anatomy, and the major project is the dissection of a cat. Other student projects such as the incubation of chicken eggs, the study of recessive and dominant genes in vegetables, and the force-feeding of snakes, demonstrate fact by putting theory into practice. Biology Deportment, I. to r.: Mrs. Mary Freeman; Mrs. Gail Black; and Mrs. Vicki Gambill. Blood-cell structure and blood typing becomes a fascinating study in advanced biology. Bill Baldwin goes fishing with Donna Harris super¬ vising. Homemakers Of The Future Learn The Concerned about your prowess in the culinary arts? Worried about your waistline, appearance, or your wardrobe? Don ' t panic girls, the Home Ec Department has all the answers. In the gleaming rooms on the lower level, miracles take place ev¬ ery day in the learning process. This year, in an expanded department, bigger and better accomplishments were evidenced in cooking, sewing, home nursing, personal develop¬ ment, family relations, and home decoration. Sew¬ ing machines hummed busy tunes as the latest fashions in clothing took form. Personalities were enhanced by the magic of hair-styling and the proper use of makeup. When tantalizing aromas 4 Home Economics Department, standing: Mrs. Cecil Martin; seated: Mrs. Betty Middleton. Wanda Campbell makes use of a hem-marker to straighten a hem on a skirt. Sandra Donnell knows that the finish of a dress depends upon the way she cuts it. 54 Hows ' ’ And Whys Of Their Avocation filled the halls, many of us wondered if there might be just a little bit extra for those of us who only stood and sniffed. We also suspected that there would be some mighty efficient homes in Greensboro when the Smith girls got through with their courses in home management and in¬ terior decoration. Boys participated actively in family relations and even did a little cooking! The importance of planning a successful marriage was stressed, and students learned how to face the problems and responsibilities of family living. Surveys and dis¬ cussion groups supplemented classroom learning, adding a lively interest to an important subject. Making clothes saves money, and Carol Carpenter diligently sets out to prove it. Cindy Riddle enjoys the at¬ tentions of Paula Fields and Sandra Williams as Mrs. Martin gives them tips on how to be a lovelier person. In Family Life, Judy Mills, Billy Harris, Martha Hern¬ don, and Ray Flack pitch in to cook a meal. 55 Business Education Opens Door Of Mrs. Eloise Keefer, Chairman of the Business Deportment, instructs Bonna Woodard in the use of the transcribing machine. In clerical office practice, one of the many jobs of the student is the use of the key-driven calculating machine. Penny Griffin displays skill ond speed in completing her daily work. Our Business Department offers many courses which enable the student to be effective in the business world. In addition, courses may be taken for help in academic circles. Typing, shorthand, bookkeeping, clerical practice, business math, and business English, elementary and advanced busi¬ ness information are provided for a well-rounded business program. The advanced classes offer their services to those who need them. For instance, Mrs. West ' s second-year typing class helped Mr. Williams with the typing of bus schedules, and the clerical prac¬ tice class helps with typing tests. Mrs. Hicks, Mrs. Keefer, and Miss Russell at¬ tended the first North Carolina Business Educa¬ tion Conference in the fall. Mrs. Pat West offers Connie Robey not only constructive criticism, but also quite a bit of sound advice as second- year typists progress rapidly. Judy Whitley and Norma Simp¬ son seem absorbed in their work. 56 Opportunity In A Competitive Society Business Department, seoted, I. to r.: Mrs. Mary Ellen Ha- Hicks. Not pictured: Mrs. Pat West and Mrs. Eloise Keefer, ley, Mrs. Suzanne Jessup, Miss Wanda Russell, Mrs. Betty Busy fingers fly over the keyboards with whirlwind speed. 57 Vocational Skills Encouraged By Excellent Training Program Co-operative Office Practice, un¬ der the direction of Mrs. Eloise Keefer, prepares high school stu¬ dents for positions in the clerical field. Each of us learn to use the typewriter, copying machines, and other types of office equip¬ ment. We also are trained in of¬ fice skills. Mrs. Keefer explains the use of the adding machine to Becky Hall, Glenda Maynard, and Sundie Forrest, three members of the C-O-P program. Distributive Education, under Mr. Louis Bonardi, prepares high school students for initial marketing jobs. This vocational preparation helps each of us learn the generol skills which apply to all training stations where we may be placed. Miss Mary Thompson and Mr. Louis Bonardi lecture to the Distributive Education class on the importance of advertising to a successful business. 58 Students enrolled in the Industrial Co-operative Training program, under the direction of Mr. Richard Walthal, gain experience in skilled occupations. As a result of this train¬ ing, students develop a keen insight into the world of busi¬ ness as well as responsibility to accept a newly found indep- Students Enjoy On endence through job training. Pictured, I. to r.: Mr. Walthal, P e 99Y Cooke, Linda McDaniel, Terry Motley, second row: Lee Coble, Patsy Summers, Troy Loftis. third row: Susan Taylor, Janice Holden, Terry Wright, Joe McGee. The Job ” Training Co-operative Occupational Training, under the direcion of school while participating in a work schedule. It offers stu- Mr. Sidney Woody, works with the slower academic students, dents under Special Education the opportunity to train for an It teaches each individual the importance of remaining in unskilled or semi-skilled job. 59 Industry Demands Don Coble concentrates on a technical problem while planning a project in drafting. We had to see it to believe it, and then we were speechless! The shop had undergone such a re¬ markable transformation that we knew we had the most efficient, most creative, and best workshop in all of North Carolina. And what magic is wrought within these walls! The industrial arts course is divided into two areas—drafting and shop. In the drafting classes, we were made aware of the fact that today ' s engineering and production achievement is based upon technical drawings, and these drawings form the primary communication media throughout in¬ dustry. We were taught not only to draw and design but also how to read blueprints. In shop, metal working, leather tooling, wood¬ working, and electronics were offered this year. Students can design and build their own projects while they learn how to operate and maintain the valuable equipment used in the building process. We worked hard on end tables, coffee tables, lamps, pocket books, and transistor radios so that Ben L. Smith would win honors in the N. C. In¬ dustrial Arts Fair in the spring. Careful supervision in the to perform the skills of wood-working. Here Mr. aids students in preparing wood for the lathe. industrial arts class Skill And Precision Richard Wong demonstrates the use of a table saw. The mask which is worn is a protective measure to prevent foreign objects from hitting the face and eyes. Shining new equipment makes industrial arts a fascinating, as well as an instructive, subject. Mr. McAlister watches with interest as Emory Rayle operates a lathe used in turning wood for table legs. 61 Eagle Eye’’ Keeps On The Janet Fitzula, Editor, and Brenda Collins, Business Mgr., go over the final details of the paper with Miss Lobdell before publication. Standing, I. to r.: Miss Lobdell, Advisor; Bobby Eisenhower, Bonna Woodard, Nancy Young, Tommy McKeithan, Brenda Collins, Teressa Williams, Jay Melvin, Lorry Lewis; Seated, I. to r.: Patsy Sizemore, Janet Fitzula, Editor; Kay Wood, Lynn Oldham. 62 A love With New Features And Format Our EAGLE EYE Staff, under the direction of Miss Malinda Lobdell, made giant strides this year. Under an eye-catching new mast head, the words, EAGLE EYE, proclaimed the fact that we once again had a winner. Our paper moved along rapidly with the growth of B.L.S. The addition of several new columns such as, Student of the Issue, Letters to the Editor, and Along the Way with G.A.A., added impetus to the rising popularity of the publication. The Guidance Department sponsored a Name the Column contest which was won by James Hampton. Janet Fitzula, Editor, produced a significant editorial for each edition and the members of the staff were impressive in their teamsmanship. A typewriter and a Polaroid camera made news¬ paper publishing easier, and on the scene re¬ porting was enhanced by on the scene pictures. Eagle Eye photographer captures door decoration crew. Bobby Eisenhower takes aim and shoots for the next issue. Each teacher gets a copy of the latest issue. Glenn Bowman makes sure no one is left out. Members of the staff proofread latest galleys and compare with other issues. 63 At the end of a long hard day of picture-taking, Mrs. Schnabel decides life is really worth living after all! Donna James, Judy Whitley, and Kerry Campbell decide on the best way to do a layout on academics. Aquila Staff Members of the 1966 AQUILA Staff. First row, I. to r.: Tyrone Battle, Phil W. Jones, Carol Slawter, Marie Coltrane, Bar¬ bara Canter, Rondo French, Co-Editor, Bonna Woodard, Mae Kendall, Andy Gottschall, Kerry Campbell, Co-Editor, Bill Harris; second row. Glenda Jones, Linda Webb, Donna James, Sara Larson, Lynn Johnson, Judy Whitley; third row: Steve Howerton, Chris Peer, Linda Holloman, Linda Ramsey, Carol Regan, Phil T. Jones; fourth row: Bobby Johnson, Mark Riley, David Moore, Alan Noel, David Baker, Bob Smith, Mike Jones, Jerry Kidd. (Not pictured: Clay Wilson, Kathy Stanley.) Andy Gottschall, Bill Harris and Mae Ken¬ dall work on the Jun¬ ior section for the first deadline. Works Long, Hard To Produce Winner David Moore becomes a clock watcher as he waits for the film to develop. Excitement filled the editorial room of AQUILA . . . our ' 65 edition was a winner! After plans had been formulated, we were sure that our ' 66 edition would be even better! Editors Ronda French and Kerry Campbell strived diligently to keep things moving toward each deadline. As harried staff members were hounded for superior copy, creative layout design, and ap¬ pealing headlines, equally harrassed editors tried to keep one jump ahead of the demands of our advisor. Constantly faced with money problems, picture woes, and copy editing, there was never enough time . . . never enough time! Linda Holloman tells typists Lee Edwards and Alan Noel exactly how she wants her copy typed. 65 Art Becomes An Integral Part Of Life Mr. Joseph Shonkland, Chairman of Art Department, discusses the five points of clay sculpture with Lee Coble. Hallowe ' en masks were made by some of the classes. Here, Gene Williamson shows Bobby Covington his design in its early stage. Art is everywhere at B.L.S.! It can be seen at all times and in many places and is concrete evi¬ dence of the creativity being nurtured in art classes. Delightful pictures hang in the teachers ' lunchroom. The library showcase is colorful with exhibits in all mediums. Hobgoblins, witches, and ghosts appeared on Student Commons Area win¬ dows at Hallowe ' en. Thanksgiving brought turkeys to the Area, and Christmas became more joyful by Santa, the tree, and reindeer aplenty! Indeed, painted windows have become a tradition with art students. A mural, begun this year, will finally hang in the main entrance lobby, the result of a project lovingly executed by talented students. This year, many new areas are being explored Advanced art students take to the great outdoors to change the creative environment. Mr. Shankland attempts to pose Ty Battle so that Johnny Carter, Patty Willis, Laura Thigpen, 66 At B.L.S. As Artists Share Creations by creative minds. Plaster, stone, and wood carv¬ ing, jewelry-making, clay sculpture, ceramics, and graphics have taken their places along with all mediums of painting, design, weaving, and paper mache techniques. Each phase of art which we study seems to be more exciting than the one which preceded it. Some of us took field trips this year to college campuses, on sketching sprees, and to art ex¬ hibits. Many entered art contests and brought honor to our Alma Mater. Tyrone Battle, Sara Larson, Tony Pierman, Patty Willis, Debbie Wat¬ kins, and Teresa Ray Tilley won outstanding recognition by their artistic abilities. Tony Pierman, Teresa Tilley, and Sara Larson may sketch him in an action pose. Teresa Tilley ' s skilled hands magically turn a lump of clay into a vase. Silhouetted against a background of window art, Mr. Williams and Mr. Maddox admire the ingenuity displayed by art students. 67 Choir officers: first row, I. to r.: Linda Craig, Librarian; Sarah Parrish, Treas.; Steve Jones, Pres.; Kerry Hensley, V.-Pres.; Perry Holloman, Chief Librarian; Lynn Smith, Librarian; Connie Burgess, Sec ' y.; Barbara Fentress, Lib¬ rarian. Girls ' chorus. Second row: Martha Parker, Pres.; Brenda Holmes, Sec ' y.; Becky Wrenn, Librarian; Linda El¬ kins, Asst. Librarian. Boys ' Chorus: Tommy Nix, V.-Pres.; Eddie Hill, Pres.; David Baker, Librarian. In The Beginning There Was Music. . . Then Rhythm And Melody. . . Mrs. Ruth Burnett demonstrates her superior capability as Director of the Choral Department. Sounds of music echo through the halls of Ben L. Smith Senior High School as the members of the Choral Department display style, distinction, and grace in the production of winning musical entertainment. Nothing can compare to the warm glow which spreads over the students at each assembly. To the syncopated rhythms of Mrs. Ruth Burnett ' s baton, sightreadings, vocalizing reviews, and diligent practice sessions, began a busy year for the Choral Department. The Musettes and Ambassadors offer interesting variation in per¬ formances. These two groups provide entertain¬ ment at many civic clubs in Greensboro in ad¬ dition to their presentations here at Smith. Sophomores were introduced to the Alma Mater in a September assembly by the choir. A half-time show at one of the football games was presented by the choir, accompanied by the band. The busy month of October saw the joint concert with Page High School, and a program of song for the Administration banquet. In November, as a contribution to our com¬ munity, the choir, with the band and orchestra gave a program at the War Memorial Auditorium. December brought Christmas music for the P.T.S.A. and the student body. When spring ar¬ rived, the Choral Department had many plans developing for our enjoyment. 68 ' Vk Wm «■ tnn f A vft HI llL ' ' H UmW H 4 JH I i H -A |jg� H| . gH MM y jm L MR MR Hr VgllW ( W Bk ' iS WM IjMiP BSa . A Ilk JHQ te 4jT’ . W? Si. M Oh 1 Choir: first row, I. to r.: Ronald Martin, Donnie Oates, David Barbour, Walter Hensley, Wesley Buffaloe, Gary Troxler, David Clark, Mike Jones, Howard Glidewell, second row: Ray Linney, Bill Chatfield, Eddie Curtis, Barry Morgan, Perry Holleman, Kerry Hensley, Frankie Baynes, Ronnie Fouts, Steve Jones, third row: Martha Heath, Linda Beeson, Terri Paschal, Sue York, Carolyn Graves, Lynn Coltrane, Brenda Pritchard, Gay Craven, Karen Carter, Cathy Clemmer, Connie Burgess, Janice Sprinkle, Betty Wilson, Wanda Jones, Nicki Di Maria, Delores Jones, Linda Craig, Lynn Oldham, Debbie Spangler, fourth row: Mrs. Burnett, Director; Carol Hanson, Joyce Hand, Barbara Fentress, Pat Blevins, Marie Moore, Allen Jefferies, Bob Brown, Bud Parrish, Don Crews, Rick Mooney, Toni Reynolds, Pat Simmons, Sarah Parrish, Cathy Williams, Sherry Swift, Marilyn Gerringer, Jeanie Clark, Diane Wilder, Paige Spoon, Janice Cox. fifth row: Brenda Frazier, Sheila Johnson, Kathy Sarra, Sandra Smith, David Holleman, Jo Lynn Day, Layne Britain, Wayne Bancroft, Terry Moore, Gerry Holden, Ken Washington, Rusty Bundy, Ken Southern, Mary Jane Earl, Lynn Smith, Nancy Kirkman, Bruce Shore, Edith Constantine, Marie Osborne, Gail Allen, Pat Coble, Carol Shaw. h 1 1 f 1 u. A m Ensemble: first row, I. to r.: Janice Sprinkle, Cathy Clemmer, Sarah Parrish, Linda Craig, Lynn Oldham, Janice Cox, Carol Shaw, second row: Mrs. Burnett, Director; Linda Beeson, Gay Craven, Kathy Sarra, Pat Simmons, Sheila John¬ son, Pat Blevins, third row: Ronnie Fouts, Perry Holle¬ man, David Barbour, Gerry Holden, Eddie Curtis, Steve Jones, Gary Troxler, David Clark, Walter Hensley. A mixed group of students with exceptional talent, the Ensemble is in its second year. It per¬ formed for student assemblies on various occasions, and was called upon to sing in churches and at community affairs. 69 Musettes: I. to r.: Lynn Old¬ ham, Linda Craig, Sarah Parrish, Mrs. Burnett, Director; Marie Osborne, Janice Sprinkle, Gay Craven. Musettes And Ambassadors Provide Variation In Performances Ambassadors: I. to r.: Ronnie Fouts, Perry Holleman, David Barbour, Eddie Curtis, Mrs. Burnett, Director; Steve Jones, Gary Troxler, Donnie Oates, Walter Hensley. 70 Girls ' Chorus: I. to r., first row: Sandra Taylor, Jackie Hayes, Judy Pardue, Becky Wrenn, Cordelia Moore, Charlotte Taylor, Barbara Wallace, Alexis Johnson, Lorraine Jenkins, Linda Elkins, Francis Smith, Shirley Ozment, Linda Hicks, Essie Poole, second row: Nancy Young, Valerie Linney, Cammie Davidson, Martha Parker, Myra Flack, Sylvia Troxler, Imogene McCanless, Gloria Wetmore, Cindy Leonard, Brenda Holmes, Debbie Ingold, Donna Clenney, Janice Inmon. third row: Mrs. Burnett, Director; Ann Hayes, Paula Landreth, Cathy Moore, Carolyn Hill. Boys ' Chorus: I. to r., first row: Jerry Scott, Robert Le- Clair, Roger Hupp, Franklin Rachol, Jimmy Sheppard, Ken Melton, Donnie Mc- Knight. second row: Pat Carroll, Matt Marshall, Ed¬ die Hill, Mrs. Burnett, Dir¬ ector; Phil Cherry, Tommy Nix, Harry Lipe, David Baker. 71 Musical Tendencies—Outstanding Performances Orchestra Director, Miss Ruby Woolf. The orchestra this year had tremendous suc¬ cess, and we are looking forward to an even better year in 1966-67. This was Miss Ruby Woolf ' s enthusiastic comment when she congratulated her students. Courses in orchestra are versatile, and every one of them is open to any student whether he shows musical ability or just musical interest. The long hours of practice and hard concentration will surely profit in obtaining a great deal of Officers, I. to r.: Pam Smith, Carla Crawford, Lynn Martin, Lynne Boylstrom, Jerry Parrish, and James Wiggs. musical knowledge. This diligent practice gave our orchestra the necessary teamwork needed to produce good musical quality in rhythm, melody, and harmony. The orchestra played for us at assemblies, at the Accreditation Dinner in the spring, and at many local functions. In November, it joined the Band and Chorus in a concert at the Memorial Auditorium. The Singing Strings: I. to r.: Pam Smith, Jerry Parrish, David Pegg, Mark Bell, Miss Woolf, Director; Lyn Boylstrom, Tony Pierman, and Rick Snead. 72 The orchestra, in concert at the Greensboro Memorial Audi- Spark Orchestral Concerts Full Orchestra: Steve Allred, Mark Bell, Lyn Boylstrom, Claude Brightwell, Lavin Burcham, Angela Carter, Carla Crowford, Eddie Gerringer, Richard Gulledge, Steve Hicks, Ted Hunter, Jerry Jones, Dottie Lohr, Bobby Martin, Lynne Martin, Linda McDaniel, Barry Oakley, Jean Owens, Larry Parker, Jerry Parrish, David Pegg, Mike Phillips, Tony Pier- man, Alton Robertson, Vickie Jo Simmons, Julie Smith, Nancy Smith, Pam Smith, Rick Snead, Paul White, Ronnie Whittle and James Wiggs, P f j i 1 l i i ;; j 1 1 1 1 I j Mil v | i 1 l p 1 j 11 I 1 II 1 Jill if : i H 1 M 1 l l M V; M ■ HM , | n 1 1 imrafr String Orchestra: Steve Claude Brightwell, Carla tin, Jean Owens, Jerry Simmons, Nancy Smith, Allred, Mark Bell, Lyn Boylstrom, Crawford, Ted Hunter, Lynne Mar- Parrish, Tony Pierman, Vickie Jo Pam Smith and Rick Snead. torium in November, proved that Ben L. Smith is excelling in the musical arts. 73 Band Department: I. to r.: Jean Johnson, Don Johnson; Director Clarence Maxwell and James Hester. We love the sound of music ”. . . Beginning the year with a flourish, Mr. Max¬ well led the band through many pep rallies and football games with the traditional Ben L. Smith tunes of the Fight Song and the Alma Mater. On November 13, 1965, the Smith Symphony Band performed for the N.C. Bandmaster ' s Asso¬ ciation. On November 30, after months of prac¬ tice, the band presented a concert at the Greens¬ boro War Memorial Auditorium with the Chorus and the Orchestra. The long hours of work seemed worth the effort when the large audience turned out for the performances. The band gave a pops concert for our plea¬ sure. The night of the event was truly one to re¬ member. We were delighted with such musical works as. Carnival Of Venice, Carnival Variations, and Western Scenario. Band activities drew to a close at graduation, and we honestly felt that the year ' s activities had been a huge success. Band Members are: Chris Allred, Mike Anderson, Sharon Beck, Jimmy Berke, Clifton Brown, Wayne Brac¬ kett, Lavin Burcham, Angie Carter, Pat Caudill, George Cole, Eddie Crabtree, Willie Davidson, Betty Lou Ed¬ wards, John Evans, Steve Fredrick, Norman Foxworth, Nelda French, Eddie Ger- ringer, Harold Gordy, Jan Harkey, Steve Hicks, Linda Johnson, Jerry Jones, Steve Jones, John Kelly, Joe Kerr, Jerry Kidd, John Layton, Skip Lefler, Charles Leonard. Drums Roll And Trumpets Blare. . . w With high steps and twirling baton, Drum Major Steve Jones leads the band in the an¬ nual Christmas Parade. Adding zest and sparkle to our band are these five high-stepping color guards, Janice Snyder, Dovey Lackey, Linda Barrow, Anette Hunter, and Mae Kendall. And Band Activities Add Spirit To B.L.S. Dottie Lohr, Bobby Martin, Ronnie Massengale, Shirley McClintock, Jack Miller, Charlie Moffitt, Bobbie Mor¬ ton, Barry Oakley, Jerry Par- cell, Larry Parker, David Pegg, Mike Phillips, Jimmy Reece, Wayne Riggins, Lyndo Scearce, Judy Shirlen, Har- len Smith, Julie Smith, Jan¬ ice Snyder, Donnie Thomas, Chris Turner, Ralph Van Pelt, Rocky Walden, Billy Walker, Barry Westmore¬ land, Paul White, Ronnie Whittle, James Wiggs, Mr. Maxwell and Mr. Hester. Speech Students Exposed Speech and Drama Depart¬ ment: Mrs. Audrey G. Schnabel, Director. Attacks of stage fright are not confined to speakers and actors. The same sensations grip people when they apply for jobs, meet new friends, or attend social functions. For this rea¬ son, speech classes emphasize self-expression as it applies to us and to our everyday needs. In ad¬ dition to prepared speeches, each student must be able to speak in an impromptu manner and effectively communicate ideas. Discussion, de¬ bate, and the oral interpretation of literature is covered in the advanced class. Members of our speech department won hon- Wayne Mungo stands before speech class as Daryl Thomp¬ son tapes his speech. Classmates are busily writing a critique of Wayne ' s performance. Eddie Curtis conducts a lively round-table dicussion and wins good response. His use of gestures seems most emphatic! 76 To Versatile Program or and acclaim by their performances in local and national contests. Carol Regan, Chris Peer, Kerry Campbell, Linda Melton, and Linda Bland were among the Spring winners, and Jeff Brantley entered the Fall and Winter contests adding glory to our already notable reputation in the city. Speech students also participated in assembly programs, as commentators for chorus and or¬ chestra productions, and as announcers for the athletic department. These activities made us a vital part of the growth of tradition at Ben L. Smith. t M ■ J Raised hands show great self-control by those who are eager to add comment to the issue. Third-year debaters, Judy Whitley and Rondo French re¬ search material for the 1966 debate issue. At debate time, the library stacks become a second home. Debate team: I. to r.: Ronda French, Jeff Brantley, Kerry Campbell, and Judy Whitley. 77 Drama Class Invited To Attend A glimpse of the fascinating world of the theater was shown to an eager audience when the Drama Department presented The Ugly Duckling and A Cup of Tea in February. The actors had such a good time that they decided to attempt Our Town in the spring. Besides acting, dramatists learned the art of make-up, staging, management, and scenic de¬ sign. Each member was responsible for a project during the year, and many fine exhibits were turned in. Field trips included Chapel Hill for the fall workshop and Wake Forest College for partici¬ pation in the Speech Festival. Kerry Campbell is instructed by Sara Larson on the fine points of covering a prop for a production. A warm sun and some soft grass set the scene for reading lines. 78 Theater Workshop at UNC-CH Carol Regan and Kerry Campbell play a scene from The Ugly Duckling. Brenda Densmore and Phil T. Jones play the starring roles in A Cup of Tea. Sharon Sanford and Linda Beeson make up for a classroom sketch. 79 New Law Requires Driver Education Since the new law concerning driver education was passed, students must learn the rules and regulations of proper driv¬ ing. Mr. Gero, Mr. Roshelli, and Mr. Joyce, Driver Education instructors, inspect one of the new cars they received this year for class use. Students Aided by Special Education Preparing students so that they can function effectively in society is the main objective of the special education department. Classes are instructed by Mrs. Beatrice Cook and Mr. David Giles. Helping out with the choco¬ late sale was only one of their services to the school. 80 PROGRESS IN ACTION . . . WITH ATHLETICS V AT B.L.S. • • Hark the sound of Golden Eagle voices ringing . . . jubilant with every victory . . . cheering through each defeat. Eagle crowds and pert cheer¬ leaders quicken the spirit, uplift the heart . . . New dimensions in athletic activity spurred interest in competition. New conference rating, expanding minor sports, more equipment . . . a new pride in the move toward excellence . . . Progress in all fields . . . progress in building bodies . . . progress in athletic stature . . . Coaches Cope With 4-A Competition Coach Claude Manzi, director of athletics at Smith, has stimulated much student body participation at all athletic events. Coach Lou Roshelli in his second year at Smith has been outstanding in football as a backfield coach, Jayvee basketball, and tennis. Coach Jackie Joyce, base¬ ball coach, led the dia¬ mond men to a 14-2 record. Standing, I. to r.: Coach Jack Chatham who sparked the Eagles to a 7-7 record in basketball; Miss Roberta Mesenbrink, girls ' Physical Education; Coach Bill Thompson, cross country, track and swimming; and Miss Diane Carpenter, Girls ' Intramurals, vorsity field hockey and basketball. Coach Spurgeon Ayers worked with Jayvee foot¬ ballers and baseball Taking over as wrestling coach, Mr. Sal Gero produced two state champions. He also is a football coach. 81 Victory Over Salisbury Football Scoreboard for 1965 Season Smith 14 Hillsborough 7 Smith 19 Re idsvi lie 13 Smith 0 Burlington 18 Smith 0 Page 27 Smith 6 W.S. Parkland 19 Smith 13 Salisbury 12 Smith 0 S. Alamance 0 Smith 7 W. Forsyth 21 Smith 0 Grimsley 21 Smith 0 E. Forsyth 20 Smith ' s Eddie Hill rides a Grimsley back out of bounds to prevent a Whirlie first down. Our Golden Eagles put forth one of their best efforts of the season despite a 21-0 loss. Mike Porter, Smith ' s leading ground gainer, scores the Eagles ' first TD in 4-A competition, with a beautiful broken- field run against W.S. Parkland. Parkland then retaliated to defeat our hustling Eagles 19-6. Lindy Stephenson attempts to break open a tough Burlington defense with a well-executed draw play. The Bulldogs proved why they were highly ranked as they defeated our determined Eagles. Highlight Of Eagle Season H Wayne Butler, Joe Kerr, and Craig Newnam were able to subdue the on- rushing Whirlies while Johnny Stephenson got off a fine punt. To open the new season our Eagles gained a 14-7 victory over a challenging Hillsborough elev¬ en. Scoring on a fine 18 yard run, our offense led by Lindy Stephenson, presented a constant threat. In its second outing Smith scored a decisive victory over Reidsville. With only seconds remain¬ ing, the score tied at 13-13, a long pass which bounced out of the arms of intended receiver Jerry Fuller and into the alert hands of Porter who scampered to paydirt. The final margin was 19-13. Breaking into 4-A competition the Eagles held highly-ranked Burlington to 6 points for 3 quarters. In Smith ' s only 4-A victory the Eagles set down Salisbury by an extra point from the talented toe of Eddie Ramsey. Two pass interceptions by Laymon Williamson set up the two scores. Late in the last quarter Eddie Nix saved the game as he stole a pass deep in Eagle territory. The final score was 13 to 12. Although Smith did not have a win¬ ning season, the boys made a good start in tough 4-A competition. Varsity football team, first row, I. to r.: Eddie Nix, Lin¬ dy Stephenson, Michael Porter, Johnny Stephenson, Ray Linney, Doug Bright, Ronald Martin, Eddie Hill, Daniel Bryant, second row: Walter Donnell, Joe Lennins, Donald Crews, James Hampton, Benny Miller, Mike Lowe, Craig Newnam, Leslie Garrett, Clifton Quick, Greg Coward, Frankie Baines, Laymon Williamson, third row: Dickie Hughes, James Badeau, Ronald Bennett, Wayne Butler, Joe Kerr, Eddie Ramsey, James Dawkins, Charles Walker, Regenald McCoy, Tommy McKeithan, Jerry Fuller, and Ronald Swan. Agile footwork and superior speed enabled Johnny Stephenson to elude the Page tackier. Our ineffectiveness in building up a steady momentum enabled the Pirates from Page to defeat the stubborn Smith 1 1. Eaglettes Have Winning Season Smith 13 Burlington 6 Smith 30 Thomosville 0 Smith 13 Salisbury 6 Smith 6 Page 32 Smith 13 W. Forsyth 6 Smith 13 Grimsley 20 Smith 13 Parkland 21 Smith 26 Reidsville 0 Smith 14 E. Forsyth 21 Luther Weothers receives fundomentol instructions from Cooch Sol Gero os Mr. Ayers demonstrotes. Cornel McMillon swings wide to score ogoinst Burlington J. V. defense takes od- vontoge of o mix-up in the Salisbury bockfield to throw the Jockets for o loss. 84 Success Due To Hustle and Determination Inspired by an intensive physical conditioning program and some of the finest coaching in the state, the 1965 Smith Junior Varsity football team compiled a fine record of 5 wins and 4 losses. Un¬ der the direction of Sal Gero, the J. V. line was formed into a rugged, unyielding unit that held well on defense and opened many holes on offense. Coaches Jack Chatham and Spurgeon Ayers did a commendable job in forming a well-balanced team. Led by the explosive running of Cornel Mc¬ Millan and the accurate passing of Mike Collins, the J.V. offense pounded out an impressive total of twenty-three touchdowns. Phillip Farmer proved to be the guts man for the squad doing the hard jobs and grinding out the tough yardage under pressure. The defensive line was manned by stalwarts Fred Graham, Van Hodgin, and Kevin Spoon. The defensive line and a sound pass de¬ fense thwarted such powers as Burlington, Thom- asville, West Forsyth, and Reidsville. Bill Layton 1 attempts an extra point after a Smith TD against Burlington as Rick Mooney holds. This kicking team had many opportunities to play as the J.V. ' s scored 23 times this season. Junior varsity football team, first row, I. to r.: Leslie Garrett, Charles Day, James Webb, Earl Alberson, Rick Mooney, Kerry Trent, Don Hill, Napoleon Dove, William Russell, Billy Michael, second row: Regie McCoy, David Adams, Charles Caldwell, Doug Bright, Danny Bryant, Danny Moore, Mike Collins, James Bush, Van Hodgin, Lorenzo Smith, Lawrence Fuller, third row: Robert Evans, Andrew McClain, Keltz Summers, Bill Layton, Ronald Bennett, Camel McMillan, Fred Graham, Randolph Harris, Luther Weathers, Tommy Barbee. No Team Is Complete Without Its Cheerleaders Behind every successful man, there stands a woman, and not too far behind every Smith ath¬ lete follow the Ben L. Smith Cheerleaders. Proudly displaying the traditional green and gold, the cheerleaders attempt to encourage the Eagles with their bubbling enthusiasm and loyal support. However, a cheerleader ' s life is not all fun and fame. Many afternoons are spent dili¬ gently practicing to work out new routines and cheers. The Junior Varsity Cheerleaders have added color and enthusiasm to the Junior Varsity foot¬ ball and basketball teams. These girls were chosen on the basis of their personality, enthusiasm, and ability to lead cheers. Varsity Cheerleaders, I. to r.: Sharon Edge, Judy Whitley, Lynne Martin, Carol Slawter, Gwynn Locklar, Leanne Hayes, Lynne Clark; center: Sharon Overman, Head Cheerleader. Not pict ured: Jennifer Gschwind, Assistant Head Cheerleader. Sharon Overman energetically leads a cheering stu¬ dent body in boosting team morale at all athletic events. Junior Varsity Cheerleaders, I. to r.: Mary Jane Earl, Cynthia Edge, Rene Boseman. 86 J9SM9 Majorettes Saluted For Outstanding Spirit No halftime show is complete without the participation of the majorettes. Our talented sex¬ tet, headed by Bobbie Morton, is no exception. Originality is the key word for Smith ' s high- stepping performers. They plan their own costumes and colorful choreography, and give breath-taking exhibitions of daring and dexterity, as they apall the audience with flaming baton routines. Majorettes, I. to r.: Linda Johnson, Julia Smith, Pat Caudle, Bobbie Morton, Rocky Walden, and Linda McDaniel. Fine form is displayed when majorettes participate in the Christmas parade in downtown Greensboro. Pretty, pert, peppy, and petite! Bobbie Morton sparkles with enthusiasm in her role as Head Majorette. 87 Golfers Make Good Start On Fairways Larry Henderson and Howard Foster practice putting skills on one of Oakland C. C. ' s fine greens. Rick Rayle clubs from the rough in a match against Grif¬ fith as Smith loses a close one. Rick Rayle blasts from the sand trap as Larry Henderson looks on. First row, I. to r.: Wayne Brackett, Larry Henderson, Lee Caviness; second row: Rick Rayle, Howard Foster, Lee Owens. Not pictured: Jack Baldwin, Steve Jones. Last year, Smith began building its golf team for the coming 4A competition. After extensive practice and much hard work. Coach Claude Manzi led an anxious team into the tough 3A competition. In their first year of play, the Eagles proved to be able and willing foes to 3A oppo¬ nents. Coach Manzi cited Jack Baldwin, Lee Cavi¬ ness, Steve Jones, and Lee Owens as outstanding Eagle golfers. They proved to be consistent win¬ ners in helping Smith compile a 3-7 record. The Eagle golfers gained much valuable ex¬ perience in this first year, and figure to be much better in the coming seasons. 1965 Scoresheet Asheboro 15 Smith 0 E. Alamance 8 V 2 Smith 181 2 Asheboro 15 Smith 0 E. Alamance 2 Smith 13 E. Forsyth 13 Smith 2 N. Forsyth 15 Smith 0 Griffith 9 Smith 6 N. Forsyth 241 2 Smith 2 2 E. Forsyth 23 2 Smith 3 2 Griffith 13 Smith 14 88 Cinder Men Show Eagle runners and jumpers did not gain much success as a team, but they had many members who worked very hard. Wayne Wright placed first in the central 4-A Sectionals with a high jump of 6 feet 2j 2 inches. Lawrence Baird won his heat at the Sectionals, but his time was not fast enough to get him into the state meet. Wayne Butler and Joe Lenins stood out in the shotput. All the boys will be back to win some meets this year as none were seniors. Wayne Wright will have a sparkling career ahead of him as he was only a sophomore. Charles Goodwin clears the high hurdle easily as he prepares for an upcoming meet. He has to jump several of these hurdles in an actual race. Signs Of Victory Wayne Wright demonstrates his unorthodox jumping style which gained him a berth in the state meet. Track Team; kneeling, I. to r.: Wayne Wright, Dickie Hughes, Wayne Butler, Gary Troxler, Robert Hege, Donald Crews, Joe Lenins; second row: Coach Bill Thompson, Ray Linney, Lawrence Baird, Wayne Mungo, Lynn Smith, Robert Poole, Charles Walker, and Glen Bowman. SMITH Mich smith high smith HIGH SMITH HIGH SMITH high Smith Surprises Whirlies 46-41 In First Meeting A faked shot and attempted pass by Eddie Nix draws a foul from a Grimsley defender. Ball control was a key factor in that Eagle victory. Sterling Flowers drives through a maze of Grimsley cagers to get a tough basket. The Eagles had to cope with a tight Grimsley defense all evening. Phil Meeler attempts to tap in a missed shot, but the going is made difficult by West Forsyth foes. Steve Garrett comes up with nothing as he attempts to get a rebound in the season opener with Wilson. Varsity Basketball Team, first row, I. to r.: Sterling Flowers Burley Spinks, Jeff Sprinkle, John Ben Evans, Jimmy Collins, Phil Meeler, Steve Garrett, Don Coble, Laymon Williamson. Eddie Nix, Coach Jack Chatham; second row: Eagles Whip Reynolds To Gain Playoff Berth Breaking into 4-A basketball is not easy for any team, but our Golden Eagles shined as they com¬ piled a 7-7 record in conference play. The Eagles recovered from a loss to Page to roll over Winston-Salem Parkland 75-53 for our first conference victory. Smith then knocked Salisbury out of a first place tie with a 71-61 victory on the home court. Facing the Grimsley Whirlies for the first time, the Golden Eagles came through with a 46-41 victory to put a damper on Grimsley ' s first-place standing. Smith fought its way to the quarter-finals of the Central 4-A Tournament with a victory over Winston-Salem Reynolds. The Golden Eagles proved to be a tough oppon¬ ent for any team in the conference as only one other team in addition to Page was able to conquer them twice. The going gets rough as Sterling Flowers and Eddie Nix struggle to get the ball against Grimsley. Hot outside shooting by Laymon Williamson chased Curry to the showers early. Laymon will be a mainstay for the ' Eagles for two years to come. Sterling Flowers leaps high over o Lexington defender to hit o nice fifteen-foot jumper. Flowers Mokes All-Conference Cage Team SMITH OPPONENT 47 61 Wilson 60 39 S. Mecklenburg 78 62 Curry 48 57 Lexington 43 58 Lexington 54 48 Curry 42 65 Page 72 53 Parkland 71 61 Salisbury 47 54 N. Forsyth 46 41 Grimsley 45 58 E. Forsyth 50 58 Page 50 62 Salisbury 55 50 W. Forsyth 70 56 N. Forsyth 71 39 Parkland 73 47 W. Forsyth 38 49 Grimsley 41 56 E. Forsyth 66 54 Reynolds 63 66 Page Good foul shooting is an asset to ony team. Phil Meeler seldom misses his free throws os he demonstrates ogainst Wilson. 92 This brand of basketball may be patterned after our wrest¬ ling team. Laymon Williamson pins a Curry opponent in a scramble for the ball. Rebounding gives the Eagles an extra edge. Sterling Flowers goes up to top in a shot over the outstretched arms of West Forsyth defenders. Outstanding defense was the deciding factor in their opponents to take outside shots which were our first game with Salisbury. The Eagles forced not very accurate. 93 Fired-Up Grapplers Bring Fame To Smith Eagle matmen warm up in pre-match calisthenics before blistering another opponent. James Badeau overpowers another opponent en route to a sparkling 24-0 record. David Brown quickly puts the stop to an opponent ' s inside switch. David was one of the reasons for the excellent team record of 1 1 -3. After two years of preparing his grapplers for 4Acompetition, Coach Claude Manzi stepped down as head wrestling coach, leaving the job to new¬ comer Sal Gero. Coach Gero proved more than equal to the job by leading this fine team to 1 1 wins and only 3 losses. Three undefeated and untied team stalwarts were: Joe Lenins (14-0), James Badeau (14-0), and Wayne Brackett (8-0). Joe Lenins and James Badeau won state champion¬ ships in their weight classes, with Paul Welch finishing 4th. Wesley Buffaloe (13-1), Paul Welch (12-1-1), Eddie Ramsey (1 1-3), and Dickie Hughes (5-2) all had outstanding records against 4A op¬ ponents. In the East Central 4A Conference Sec¬ tionals, Joe Lenins and James Badeau finished 1st, Bobby Apple and Wesley Buffaloe finished 2nd, Wayne Brackett and Paul Welch finished 3rd, Keith Robertson and Robert Fuller finished fourth with an over-all 2nd place team finish. Our boys wrestled well all season and their rec¬ ords are indicative of the effort they exhibited 4-A Competition Easy For Eagles 1965-66 WRESTLING SCOREBOARD SMITH OPPONENT 39 13 W. Forsyth 49 10 E. Forsyth 33 19 Page 40 5 Parkland 13 32 Salisbury 25 22 N. Forsyth 29 26 Grimsley 45 3 E. Forsyth 24 25 Salisbury 32 19 Page 39 16 Parkland 29 16 N. Forsyth 33 16 W. Forsyth 21 23 Grimsley Randy Robinson rides on opponent in search of his first vic¬ tory of the season. Coaches Manzi and Gero discuss pre¬ match strategy while the team mem¬ bers prepare for Page. The Smith Varsity Wrestlers, front row, I. to r.: Wesley Coach Gero, James Badeau, Paul Welch, Dickie Hughes, Buffaloe, Steve Fredricks, Randy Robinson, Wayne Brackett, Benny Miller, Joe Lenins, Eddie Ramsey, Keith Robertson Robert Fuller, David Brown, and Bobby Apple; back row: ond Coach Manzi. Robert Fuller works on a take-down against a Page opponent. Smith Rules The Roost In City Rating James Badeau and Joe Lenins copped state championships in their classes with identical 24-0 records. Joe had 10 pins with his fine record. 96 Poul Welch, a team standout, placed 4th in the state tourna- ert Fuller did exceptionally well in a tough class, ment at Salisbury and the season with a 17-4-1 record. Rob- Team Cops Fourth Place In State Bobby Apple, who fin¬ ished 2nd in the 4A con¬ ference sectionals, works for a pin against North Forsyth. 97 Conrad Willis, anchor man for the 400 yard free style relay, strokes his way home. Tankers Whip Burlington For First Win 98 Mike Anderson awaits the starting gun before he can try to improve his last ettort. 1965 Swimmers, first row, I to r.: Dale Watkins, Danny son, Mike Santure, Ronald Simpson, Mike Anderson. Vaughn, Jim Smith, Conrad Willis; second row: Billy Rober- 99 Coach Lou Roshelli demonstrates the mark of a good coach: study the opposition and plan the strategy. Coach Louis Roshelli, though disappointed with his team ' s showing in its first season, is full of hope and shining expectations for future teams. Richard Gulledge, Bill Chamberlain, David Lee, Ron Christopher, and Dennis Clayton are the rea¬ sons for his expectations. These boys played major roles in developing Smith ' s first tennis team. Dennis Clayton won more victories than anyone on the team, with 5 wins and 4 losses. He won the Tennis Trophy with his hard work and determined play. The Eagles turned in a miserable 1-8 record, much to the chagrin of a hopeful squad. The boys worked hard all season and devoted much time to practice. In their first year, Mr. Ro¬ shelli pointed out, our boys faced opponents who had been playing for 3 full varsity seasons. The boys exhibited dogged determination dur¬ ing the season which came to a climax in their 18-9 victory over Graham. By beating Graham, the team demonstrated that it was learning and gaining from experience. Tennis Team Makes Bow As Promising Stars Richard Kirkman awaits return, as inspired Eagles defeat Coach ' s former school, Graham. 100 Clayton Wins Tennis Trophy For Most Wins Standing left to right: Richard Gulledge, Ronald Christopher, Bill Chamberlain, sitting; Mike Henley, David Lee. Not pictured: Dennis Clayton, Richard Kirkman. 101 Eagles Rout Cross-Town Coach Joyce, who guided Smith to its most successful season yet, hits fungos to his outfield in the pre-game Worm-up before the contest with Page. Rivals On The Diamond Coach Jackie Joyce guided a sound Smith nine to its best season. The Eagles won fifteen con¬ secutive games during their two-year history be¬ fore they were defeated by Asheboro 5-3. After this frustrating defeat, the Eagles continued their winning streak and won all but their last game. Smith defeated cross-town rival Page twice, by scores of 13-12 and 6-4. Tony Alexander ' s grand slam home run was a decisive hit in the first game. In the second contest, Phil Meeler pitched five innings, allowing only three hits, and Mike Kelly collected a double and a single for the Eagles. Mike Nunn led the Smith attack in a losing effort against Asheboro with three hits which included a home run. Our diamond men retal¬ iated in a second contest with a 12-5 victory. Burlington ' s Bulldogs went down at the hands of Eagle batters by a score of 16-1. Bobby Stan¬ ley collected three hits, while Tony Alexander and Mike Nunn had two apiece. Home runs by Lindy Stephenson and Mike Nunn highlighted a big victory over Eastern Alamance 12-5. Northeast Guilford suffered a 13-8 loss as Donnie Maness, Mike Kelly, and Lindy Stephen¬ son led our hitting attack with two safeties each. Smith bowed to Northeast in the season ' s final game by a score of 10-2. Bobby Stanley leads off third in an attempt to harrass the Page pitcher. Donnie Maness and Johnny Stephenson warm up before the Page game. These two players played an important role in the Page victory. 102 Bobby Stanley chases the Page batter ' s foul in an attempt to retire the Pirate. This victory marked the beginning of a successful campaign for the Golden Eagles. Steady Teamwork Shown By Winning 14-2 Season Mike Nunn, Eagle Burlington Bulldogs. Bulldogs 16-1. catcher, slams a double against the The Eagles went on to slaughter the Johnny Stephenson takes infield practice in prepara¬ tion for the Page-Smith tilt. 103 Jimmy Patton, stalwart of Eagle pitching staff, shows fine form in striking out Page batter. Jimmy posted a good season record of 4-0, and helped the team build its great diamond reputation. Scoreboard Lindy Stephenson, one of the leading hitters in Smith ' s line¬ up, looks one over against Northeast. Lindy played a major role in the Smith 13-8 triumph. Smith 13-12 : Page Smith 4-3 N. Forsyth Smith 6-4 Page Smith 12-5 E. Alamance Smith 5-4 S. Alamance Smith 3-1 Graham Smith 13-8 Northeast Smith 9-1 Graham Smith 2-1 S. Stokes Smith 12-5 Asheboro Smith 5-1 S. Alamance Smith 8-1 N. Forsyth Smith 3-5 Asheboro Smith 16-1 Burlington Smith 6-5 S. Stokes Smith 2-10 Northeast Tony Alexander loosens up before going to bat against Page. Tony then hit a grand slam homer in leading Smith to a 13-12 triumph. 104 Bobby Stanley, 3A trophy winner, display why he is the coaches ' choice. He lin¬ ed a single, which started the important rally, enabling the Eagles to beat Page 6-4. Phil Meeler pitches warm-up balls in the bull¬ pen. His arm worked well against the opposi¬ tion! First row, left to right: Rick Coffin, Mike Nunn, Larry Lewis, Daryl Marks. Second row: Lindy Stephenson, Don Maness, Bobby Baines, Rick Coble, Tony Alexander, Mike Kelly, Phil Meeler, Johnny Stephenson, Eddie Nix, John Dixon. 105 Boys ' Physical Education Classes Through the Smith physical education program students become physically conditioned by exer¬ cise and activity, and they learn sport and game fundamentals. This year, the department opened the door for each student to participate in some activity or sport. The coaches encouraged every boy to in¬ terest himself in extra-curricular athletics or the intramural program. This enabled students to be more intelligent spectators as well as more healthy individuals. Smith has a varied program of seasonal sports. It includes football, tumbling, soccer, and basket¬ ball. These enhance the development of muscular coordination and instill teamwork in competition. The P.E. classes provide exercise for all needs and abilities. On some days o lecture is given concerning the history and rules of various sports. Smith programs help students grow both mentally and physically. Cage ball provides relief from the daily routine of school- work. This game of king-sized volleyball gives boys a wel¬ come chance to blow off steam. 106 Have Fitness As Goal This is an example of a sport where competition is stressed. Basketball teaches the ort of teamwork and unit control. | % ifcS il The lay-up shot is one of the fundamental drills that must be practiced over and over to achieve skill. Training con¬ sists of drills and coordination exercises. Physical fitness tests contain many phases including situps, as shown here. They test an individual ' s proficiency and overall skills. 107 Betty Lawrence exhibits fine athletic ability while energetically jumping, during a physical education class. Good Physical Condition Miss Mesenbrink carefully observes a group of girls in one of her classes. In the girls ' physical education classes, each Due to the lack of space in the gym, activity classes often combine several sports. Basketball and badminton are re¬ presented here. 108 Included in the physical education calendar is badminton. The girls participating in the classes seem to enjoy the sport while Keeps Us On The Move girl is skillfully instructed, and given individual attention. gaining valuable skills and techniques. Valuable golf skills are learned at Smith. Here, Iris Peterson and Jeannie McCarter practice putting. Volleyball is another sport which is included in the girls ' physical education program. Standing I. to r.: Mary Ann Fitzgerald, Phyllis Tew, Linda Melton, Doris Anderson, Susan Lasher, and Miss Carpenter. 109 Janice McPherson displays her acrobatic ability as she gracefully clears the bar, while the remainder of the class silently observes and absorbs. Intramural Participant Trophy Awarded Pat Cox activities. Pat Cox walks away with top honors as she receives the Intramural Participant Trophy for excellence in athletic events. 110 First row, I. to r.: Miss Carpenter, Advisor; Becky Quote, Pres.; Nancy Kirkman, V. Pres.; Nancy Young, Sec.; Pat Coble, Treas.; Mary Jo Farrow, Celia Cooke, Charlotte Tay¬ lor,Doris Brown, Francis Sherwood, Sharon Beck, Patsy Cran¬ ford, Pat Pegram, Second row: Bekki Atkins, Pat Cox, Zandra Darnell, Denise Hodge, Pat McLendon, Valerie Lin- ney, Patricia Cobb, Commie Davidson, Tony Jordan, Gail Allen, Linda Willis, Debbie Badgett. third row: Judy Whitley, Carol Kauffman, Vicki Davis, Pat Dawson, Vicki Manuol, Gwynn Jenkins, Susan Gorski, Trudy Coffee, Linda Paschal, fourth row: Karen Wore, Pauletta Williams, Joyce Hand, Carol Hansen, Cynthia Kelly, Lynn Pace, Nelda French, Kay Deaton, Julia-Ellen Davis, fifth row: Carol Wright, Deloris Jones, Pat Caudle, Nicki DiMaria, Becky Wrenn, Carol Shaw, Wanda Jones, Barbara Fentress. All the Way With the GAA For those girls who possess an abundance of energy, there is the Girls Athletic Association, (GAA), which provides intramural and extramural activity. Not only does the GAA provide and plan all girls ' sports, but it also undertakes projects to benefit the school and the community. For just plain fun, the GAA sponsors camping trips for its members. Here, their physical prowess, as well as their mental ability, is put to the test. The GAA has done many things for all girls I since its beginning in 1963, and its activities will J contnue to expand. The slogan of the association, j All the way wth GAA, could not be better stated. The various activities and projects carried on by the GAA were organized and led by Becky Quote, President of the club. Many of the GAA members participate in the intramural sports and Varsity activities. 1 1 1 Bobby Stanley Wins Coaches’ 3A Trophy Bobby Stanley was the playmaker on the basketball team. He collected many clutch hits in leading our baseballers to a 14-2 record. Other athletes winning trophies in their sports specialties were: Mark Wilson, football; Joe Len- ins, football; Bobby Stanley, basketball; James Badeau, wrestling; Conrad Willis, swimming; Don¬ Bobby Covington and Wayne Butler were presented the Football Player of the Week trophy by radio station WCOG. This award was based on votes by the student body. nie Maness, baseball; Dennis Clayton, tennis; Wayne Wright, track; Lawrence Baird, cross¬ country; and Lee Owens copped the golf award. Coaches Jack Chatham ond Spurgeon Ayers proudly exhibit the trophy presented to them by their J.V. football team in appreciation for their fine season. 112 PROGRESS IN ACTION . . . WITH B.L.S. Time out from formal education provides a time for extra-curricular participation ... a time for lasting experiences in group activity . . . As the school grew, needs grew . . . Common interests, common goals required definition . . . Channels for friendship, for service, and for ideals were sought. . . Clubs and organizations supplied outlets for in¬ terest and involvement . . . for the sharing of ex¬ periences on a personal basis . . . for the desire to help others . . . They helped us grow in mind and spirit . . . they showed us that progress comes through action . . . ORGANIZATIONS . . . 1 YCCA Effectively Serves Youth of Greensboro i Members from each senior high school in Greensboro compose the Youth Council on Civic Affairs. Under its direction are such projects as The Teenage Record, a weekly news report, The Friends of the Court, a teenage jury, Feedback, the youth weekly radio program, and Operation You-AII, a school improvement project. The Teen Age Talent Show is an annual event which the YCCA helps produce. During the year, there are many other beneficial programs which come under the cooperative efforts of the group. Y.C.C.A., first row, I. to r.: Kathy Sarra, Chris Peer, Kathy Sebastian; second row: Diane Norman, Cathy Clemmer, Brenda Collins, Linda Barrow, Connie Burgess, Edith Con¬ stantine. Smith High l-Q Bowl members are, !. to r.: Freddie McCormick, Phil T. Jones, Linda Owens, Ronda French, and Pittman Floyd, alternate. Editor of The Teenage Record, Brenda Collins, discusses an article with Smith reporter, Joan Eschenbach. Nancy Young is not pictured. Y.C.C.A. member, Kathy Sebastian, sells Mike Kelly a ticket to the city-wide teenage talent show. The production is held at the War Memorial Auditorium. 113 First row, I. to r.: Eddie Curtis, V. Pres.; Linda Owens, YRC Chairman; Rene Boseman, Linda Glass, Jennifer Gschwind, Sec ' y; Martha Heath, Treas; Gay Cra¬ ven, Freddie McCormick, Pres; Steve Jones, Traffic Chief; sec¬ ond row: Mary Jane Earl, Mae Kendall, Mary Jo Farrow, Susan Brooks, Martha Parker, Paige Spoon; third row: Diane Wilder, Kathy Spinks, Andie Gottschall, Cynthia Edge, Donna Mills, Sue Turner; fourth row: Chris Peer, Amanda Williams, Gayle Tur¬ ner, Susan Cheek, Sharon Ham¬ mock; fifth row: Rives Kistler, Dennis Clayton, Debbie Watkins, Linda Craig, Pat Simmons, Diane Troy, Perry Holloman, Carol Slawter, Cathy Swanson, Janet Fitzula, Mike Collins, Eddie Nix. Student Council Works To Furnish Lobby Council members took charge of a chocolate sale to raise money toward the furniture for the proposed lobby on the main floor. This was the major project for the year, and $350 was raised and presented to Mr. Mclver. The Student Council was also in charge of the sophomore orientation program and the elections of Soph. Officers. The Hand-Book Committee be¬ gan work on a student hand-book to provide in¬ formation regarding school rules and school activi¬ ties. During the football season, members supervised the election of the Homecoming Queen and her court and the ceremonies during half-time for the Homecoming game. Many students were able to get in some early morning studying in the student council study hall where a council member was in charge each morning. This was another example of the service given to the school. Martha Heath finds her duties as Treasurer to be very heavy during the chocolate sale. 1 14 President Freddie McCormick presides over weekly Student Council meetings. ' Jennifer Gschwind, Secre¬ tory, assists Mr. Howell, Advisor, in the distribution of chocolate during the Stu¬ dent Council ' s money rais¬ ing project. Chocolate Sale A Huge Success dent Council elections. He vigorously supports his candidate. Student Council representative, Chris Peer, stashes boxes and boxes of the World ' s Finest Chocolate to be sold to students and community. 115 Thespians Perform At Festival At Wake Forest Candlelight, shining silver, blue and gold flow¬ ers, and sparkling crystal made the tea table a sight to behold at the induction of the new mem¬ bers to the National Thespian Society in the li¬ brary. This formidable event climaxed a successful season of Thespian projects. A spring festival of plays was held and the entire student body was invited. Members acted, coached, directed and managed plays, giving Pro- metheans a chance to get more points for member¬ ship. An assembly was held last year for Thespians to add to their funds for footlights. One act plays as well as the production of Our Town had mem¬ bers actively involved. Trips included the drama clinic at Chapel Hill and the Spring Speech Festi¬ val at Wake Forest. Pat Carter, President, acts the part of the domineering wife in, What ' s Wrong With the Girls? National Thespians, first row, I. to r.: Chris Peer, Kerry Campbell, Brenda Densmore; second row: Marie Coltrane, Linda Beeson, Elaine Lewis; third row: Carol Regan, V. Pres.; Bobby Tucker, Barbara Canter, Kathy Christy, Sec ' y-Treas.; Phil W. Jones, Pat Carter, Pres.; Phil T. Jones. Chris Peer, Phil Jones, and Brenda Densmore discuss the problems caused by the eternal triangle in, A Cup of Tea. 116 The induction of new members into the Thespians Honor Society is a cherished memory. Prometheans Work To Encourage Drama Eager young actors and actresses had an excit¬ ing time at the tryouts for Our Town. This was the first three-act play presented at Smith, and many details had to be ironed out before the in-the- round production could be launched. Prometheans helped with school beautification, collected for Community drives, and kept working toward the purchase of a spot light for the drama¬ tic program. Many members were called upon to participate on radio and T. V. panels and all worked toward Thespian points and Thespian membership. Kerry Campbell explains palace procedure to Elaine Lewis and David Wood in production of The Ugly Duckling. Prometheans help out by working up skits during school elections. Prometheans, first row, I. to r.: Herb Smith, Pres.; David Wood, Pat Carter, Elaine Lewis, Barbara Canter, Marie Col- trane, Brenda Densmore, Sue Hutchinson, Linda Beeson, Bobby Tucker, Phil T. Jones; second row: Kerry Campbell, Phil W. Jones, Chris Peer, Joe Simmons, V. Pres.; Cathy Angel, Linda Ramsey, Mrs. Audrey Schnabel, Advisor; Kathy Christy, James Badeau, Barry Allen, Carol Regan. (Not pictured: Sara Larson,Sec ' y-Treas.) 117 Plans Underway For French Club Discotheque In order to combine fun and learning, the French Club planned interesting activities for its members. French customs and native ways of liv¬ ing provided the basis for all activity. At Christmas, a party was held with the Spanish Club. Special foods and special entertainment, along with a gala atmosphere, made members feel almost continental. A discotheque was held in the spring, and with Mrs. Brown ' s enthusiastic guidance, the dance was a huge success. French and Spanish students enjoy fabulous fare at Christ¬ mas party. Tables groaned with special dishes with a con¬ tinental flavor. Victor Tynes plays French songs as club members broaden knowledge of French culture. ymmmmmi • y« « | ■ IH iH 1111111 W M First row, I. to r.: Sheila Hollifield, Sandra Peters, Janice Johnson, Karen Carter, Patricia Coble, Bobbie Morton, June Ball, Carolyn Hill, Sec ' y; Dottie Lohr; second row: Vicki In¬ gold, Susan McManus, Brenda Brown, Cynthia Kelly, Linda Johnson, Mrs. Brown, Advisor; Michelle Clark, Patricia McLendon, Judy Blevins, Patty Pinion; third row: Debbie Shaffer, Linda LaRoach, Nancy Kirkman, Sheryl Connery, Kathy Clemmer, Paula Nodtvedt, Marge Norman, Carol Regan, Pres.; Susan White, Paula Swann, Freddie Dawkins, Reba Hatfield, Beverly Neiman, Vicki Simmons; standing: Arthur Cole, Charlie Huntley, Ronald Swann, Victor Tynes, V. Pres.; Lionel Hill, Treas.; Lee Edwards, Bryce Smith, Sig¬ mund Shipp. 118 First row, I. to r.: Debbie Ingold, Linda Beeson, Cathy Neal, Trees.; Karen Williams, Elaine Shelton, Carol Hanson, Janice McPherson, Jeane Clark, Susan Gorski, Marsha Wald, Ma¬ rianne Woodie; second row: Pat Blevins, Patty Baker, Sec ' y; Carol Slawter, Pres.; Sarah Parrish, 1st V. Pres.; Susan Davis, Barbara Canter, 2nd V. Pres.; Mr. Whitaker, Advisor; Julia Davis, Sally Daniels, Sandra Key, Gwynn Locklar, Lynne Martin, Carla Crawford, Jeri Morgan; third row: Edith Con- Pinata Smashing Is Ambitious and interested students became bet¬ ter acquainted with Spanish customs, arts, litera¬ ture, and daily life through the Spanish Club. Mexican speakers, colorful slides, and prepar¬ ing foreign dishes were a few of their meetings. stantine, Denise McDaniel, Carol Kaufman, Linda Craig, Wanda Campbell, Susan Brazelle, Diane Kendrick, Linda Bland, Linda Glass, Toni Reynolds, Pat Coble, Gloria Wet- more, Lynne Coltrane, Brenda Gill, Brenda Holmes; standing: Mike Simmons, Mike Kelly, Paul White, Nelson Whitesell, Steve Howerton, Junior Simmons, Bobby Eggleston, Gary Black, Richard Bowman, Larry Lewis, Wesley Buffaloe. Christmas Tradition Their money-making project for the year was selling doughnuts. The proceeds were used to help finance the French and Spanish Christmas ban¬ quet. French and Spanish Club members enjoy informal gatherings. Spanish Club members sold doughnuts for their money¬ raising project. 19 Honor Society Members, first row, I. to r.: Elaine Shelton, French, Treas.; Freddie McCormick, Brenda Brown, Steve Susan Davis, James Wiggs, Jennifer Gschwind, Mrs. Dickin- Howerton, Eddie Curtis, Jack Baldwin, Diane Troy, ' Sec ' y; son, Advisor; Gayle Turner, Pres.; Carol Slawter, Judy Whit- Linda Owens, Linda Glass, Paula Nodtvedt. ley, Diane Norman, David Pegg, V. Pres.; second row: Rondo Golden Torch Members Set High Academic Goals New members inducted in the spring of 1965 are, I. to r.: Elaine Shelton, Carol Slawter, Eddie Curtis, Judy Whitley, Linda Owens, Patty Greeson. Members of the Golden Torch Chapter of the National Honor Society spent an exciting evening together when they attended the presentation of Shakespeare ' s, The Tempest at UNC-G. All agreed that this was an evening well-spent. Members served the school by establishing an information desk in the main lobby and using study periods to take turns as receptionists. Com¬ munity projects included packing friendship boxes for the local Red Cross to send to Viet Nam. The Society sold doughnuts to raise money for special activities and the support of worthwhile projects. Newly inducted members shed tears of emotion after an Honor Society induction before the student body. 120 Science Fair Draws Alchemist Interest Rapidly expanding scientific horizons inspired the Alchemists to investigate many areas of sci¬ ence research. Guest speakers enabled the group to understand many viewpoints in scientific pro¬ cedure. Projects of individual members included a study of crystals and crystal-growing, the effect of rock-and-roll on hamsters, building a solar cell, and construction of a tesla coil. Exciting scientific investigations were learned by all Alchemists on field trips. The members at¬ tended the Engineer ' s Fair at Raleigh and the Science Fair at Wake Forest. The biggest trip of the year was to Oak Ridge, Tennessee to ob¬ serve the nuclear reactor and visit the museum. Wayne Parrish, Robert Hege, and Mr. Huffaker observe habits of hamsters for a research project. Alan Hovis ond Lionel Hill experi¬ ment with a high voltage tesla coil. First row, I. to r.: David La Roach, Elaine Shelton, V. Pres.; Parrish, Tommy Johnson, Gene Pridgen (Harlen Smith, Mr. Huffaker, Rives Kistler, Pres.; Alan Hovis; second row: Sec ' y, Treas., not pictured.) Lionel Hill, Pat Nash, Robert Hege, Richard Wong, Wayne 121 First row, I. to r.: Pat Cox, Pres.; Mr. Harold Estep, Advisor; Cathy Clemmer, V. Pres.; sec¬ ond row: Faye O ' Neal, Lynn Coltrane, Janice Johnson, Becky Quote, Sec ' y-Treas.; Mae Ken¬ dall, Nancy Kirkman, Bekki Atkins, Karen Carter; third row: Ma¬ rilyn Gerringer, Shirley McClintock, Cathy Swanson, Sandy Peters, Janice Cox, Connie Burgess. (Not pictured: Sara Larson). FTA Members Involved In School Life Decorative Christmas cookies were made and placed in the teachers ' lounges by FTA members. Here, Becky Quote, Pat Cox, Cathy Clemmer, and Bekki Atkins arrange attractive and tasty treats. Future Teachers were active during the year in school and community. When the Foust School elementary children were here first semester, FTA members went into the classes and helped the teachers. This provided excellent practical ex¬ perience. During National Education Week, club mem¬ bers put cookies in the teachers ' lounge every day for the enjoyment of the faculty. They also col¬ lected for the heart fund as a service project in the community. Guest speakers, who outlined the various voca¬ tional fields in which they were active, made meetings interesting and worthwhile. Even though Mr. Estep counsels many students, he devotes much time and effort to the FTA Club. 122 Betty Crocker Award Won By Lynne CoItrane Future Homemakers busied themselves with projects that proved their interest in performing the duties of the homemaker. At Christmas, many children at Wesley Long Hospital were made happier when cookies were made for them by the FHA girls. Other community projects included the heart fund and tag day. A beautiful tea was held in honor of all of our teachers. FHA members prepared the food and made decorations which graced the tables. It was an outstanding event of the year. Guest speakers are invited to speak during the year to inform members about all phases of the homemaker ' s life. Lynn Coltrane exhibits her talents as winner of the Betty Crocker Award. FHA members, LaVon Davis and Lynn Johnson, display the three degrees of achievement which every FHA member strives to obtain. First row, I. to r.: Mrs. Martin, Advisor; Nancy Calhoun, Lynn Johnson, Sec ' y; LaVon Davis, Mary Bullyboy, Lynn Col¬ trane, Susan Taylor, Darlene Jarrett, Treos.; Mrs. Middleton, Advisor; second row: Linda Os¬ borne, Wanda Campbell, Pat Summers, Denise Mc¬ Daniel, Judy Mills, Paula Landreth, Donna Bowers, Eva Fortenberry, Marie Osborne, Pres.; Zandra Donnell. (Not pictured, Lynn Oldham, V. Pres.) 123 Service To School-Community-And World Everyone has seen the elegant bulletin board located in front of the school. This was the gen¬ erous gift of the Alpha Hi-Y Club and it has been great to post all coming events in school activities. This year, by selling mints, the boys plan to in¬ stall lighting on the board and purchase more letters so that a greater variety of events may be displayed. Hi-Y boys played host to state representatives at the annual convention. They participated in all community drives as well as acting as aids for YMCA service. Many members served as counse¬ lors at the Triangle-Y Ranch last summer. Individual skill and teamwork are displayed as the Hi-Y Club scores a 56 to 54 victory over the Junior Jaycees. Fun in the pool after a meeting is welcomed by Eddie Curtis, Lynn Ingram, and Steve Howerton. Seated, I. to r.: Dennis Clayton, V. Pres.; Mr. Bobb Riggs, Advisor; Steve Ho¬ werton, Pres.; standing: Nel¬ son Whitesell, David Bar¬ bour, Gary Crouse, Jim Har¬ per, Larry Henderson, Kerry Campbell, Phil Jones, Sec ' y; Tyrone Battle, Chris Baker, Neva Jackson, Lee Edwards, Eddie Curtis, Treas.. 124 Members of the Red Cross are, first row, I. to r.: Mrs. Mary Freeman, Advisor; Patty Willis, Pres.; Jean Craddock, Sec ' y-Treas.; sec¬ ond row: Elaine Shelton, Eva Johnson, Mory Lovern, Connie Burgess, Pat Jen¬ kins, Jeane Clark, Linda El¬ kins, Randy Warren, Judy Pardue, Karen Carter. (Not pictured: Janice Snyder, V. Pres.) Red Cross Sends Books And Boxes To Viet Nam As president of the Junior Red Cross, Patty Willis has many tasks. One of her major responsibilities this year was fill¬ ing friendship boxes for the benefit of children overseas. Books for servicemen overseas, visits to the home for elderly citizens, hospital volunteer work, and packing gift boxes for children in war-torn countries, are but a few of the services rendered by this group of girls. In April, the Red Cross took charge of our assembly program and members baked cookies for the teachers. Members of the Red Cross work diligently stuffing enve¬ lopes with Christmas seals. 125 Junior Joycettes, first row r I. to r.: Jennifer Gschwind, Gwynda Dillard, Donna Mills, Janice Johnson, Martha Heath, Pres.; Debbie Watkins, Linda Beeson, Judy Whitley, Sec ' y; second row: Bobbie Morton, Michelle Clark, Patty Baysinger, Mrs. Council, Parent Club Advisor; Mrs. Pat West, Advisor; Nancy Kirkman, Lynn Martin, Mary Lou Lovern; third row; Brenda Pritchard, Carolyn Hill, Sheila Hollifield, Vicky Ingold, Vicky Simmons, Chris Peer, Sarah Parrish, V. Pres.; Debbie Badgett, Elaine Huffman, Glenda Jones, Linda Johnson; fourth row: Andie Gottschall, Susan Cheek, Carol Wright, Kathy Sebastian, Treas.; Pam Smith, Kathy Christy, Jeannie Ford. School Spirit Initiated By Jr. Joycettes Generating school spirit was the by word of the Junior Joycettes. They sold football ribbons with a twofold purpose—first, to motivate interest in school activities, and secondly, to raise money for their many other projects. Members made table decorations for the loun¬ ges, cafeteria and offices. These arrangements were in keeping with seasonal activities. Cookies were put in the teachers ' lounges at Christmas and Valentine ' s Day. Two music shells were purchased for the Choral Department by the Junior Joycettes. In striving for a better community, the Joycettes collected for heart fund and on tag day. Boxes were filled with gifts for Vietnamese children, and at Christmas time gifts were brought to el¬ derly people. The Junior Joycettes helped the Jaycees in the Greater Greensboro Open Golf Tournament in the spring. Our Jaycette club furnished the students with fight ribbons for all the Smith football games. Sarah Parrish, and Kathy Christy help Joycettes make pumpkins for Hallowe ' en de¬ corations. 126 Jay cees Help With G.G.O. Tournament Junior Jaycees, advised by Mr. Edgar Snider, have taken giant steps in bettering school and community. They collected for tag day and for the heart fund. They assisted the parent organi¬ zation in the Greater Greensboro Open Golf Tour¬ nament. They promoted school spirit through their efforts in operation You-AII, the community pride project. Plans for selling school automobile tags are underway, so that additional funds will make pos¬ sible the school gift—4A Conference flags to be hung in the gym. Patrick Strange, newspaper publisher, speaks to the Jaycees at a club meeting. Randy Wilkinson works diligently on one of the Jaycees many projects. ! • t l i •, ipf ' ,T zt , 1 1 ImI i . _ _ 4 — 1 L —1 4- I res ' l 1 M p. 1 Junior Jaycees, first row, I. to r.: Lance Chaney, Bill Cham¬ berlain, Randy Wilkinson, Mr. E. Snider, Advisor; Jerry Jones, Jimmy Terrell, Bryce Smith, Sigmund Shipp; second row: Arthur Cole, Jimmy Collins, Steve Coble, Danny Line back, Donnie Burns, Reid Johnson, Pres.; Jerry Parrish, SecV Treas.; Richard Gulledge, V. Pres.; Theodore Williams. 127 r m wm i w i « A 1 mi Junior Civitans, first row, I. to r.: Bobby Tucker, Pres.; Steve Yates, Eddie Nix, Rick Royle, Mr, Milton Gillis, Advisor; Bill Chamberlain, John Ben Evans, Jeff Brantley, Trees.; Mike Jones, V. Pres.; second row: Bill Chatfield, Paul Welch, Terry Glidewell, Mark Germino, Cleve Anthony, Mike Phillips, David Moore, Sec ' y; Ted Hunter, David LaRoach, Lee Owens, Tommy Skinner. Civitans Attend N.C. District Meeting Bobby Tucker, President, studies some of the plans the Civitans have devised. Who is playing the part of the eagle this week? This is a question often asked by members of the student body. Perhaps the identity of the individual may be secret, but we can be sure it ' s a member of the Junior Civitans, who have pro¬ vided an eagle mascot for all athletic events. The club also provided workers for the beautification program. Money raising projects included selling Hal¬ lowe ' en candy for the parent club and fruit cake for the school project. Members of the Junior Civitans have attended the district meeting as well as the state conven¬ tion in Durham. Mike Jones and David Moore work toward moking their club one of the best. 128 Teachers Pleased By Clean Blackboards Paige Spoon totals the money turned in from Claxton Fruit¬ cake sales. Civinette officers discuss some pressing issues. Many worthwhile projects were undertaken by the Civinettes this year to render service to the school and to the community. Teachers were pleas¬ antly surprised to find sparkling clean black¬ boards and chalk-free erasers week after week when busy Civinettes undertook this chore. On Mondays and Thursdays, the girls gave inspira¬ tional thoughts over the inter-com system, and they actively participated in each beautification work-day to improve the school grounds. School spirit was boosted by the sale of green and gold pennant badges during basketball season. For the Community, Civinettes stuffed envel¬ opes with Christmas seals, helped with local fund drives, and packed baskets with food for needy families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Many people became aware of service with a smile, as Civinettes set a high standard of giving of themselves. Junior Civinettes, first row, I. to r.: Gayle Turner, Carol Slawter, Karen Williams, Ellen Lambeth, Dovie Lackey, Paige Spoon, V. Pres.: Sue Turner, Penny Griffin, Linda ! Glass, Sec ' y; second row: Edith Constantine, Elaine Lewis, i Theresa Rae Tilley, Treas.; Annette Hunter, Gail Allen, Linda Willis, Sundie Forrest, Dianne Wilder, Angela Carter; third row: Linda Owens, Pres.; Phyllis Campbell, Cathy Neal, Pat Blevins, Patty Willis, Sheila Johnson, Carol Shaw, Susan Brooks, Jam ' s Sprinkle, Judy Slawter, Linda Williams. First row, I. to r.t Becky Wrenn, Dottie Lohr, Gwyn Locklar, Treos.; Vicki Manuel, Marsha Wald, Mae Kendall, Carol Dalton, Shirley Mabe; second row: Patricia Dawson, Nickie Di Maria, June Ball, Sec ' y; Marilyn Gerringer, Bonna Wood¬ ard, Miss Faye Williams, Advisor; Kathy Williams, Kay Wood, Jayveta Evans, Debbie Ingold; third row: Janice Cox, Trudy Coffie, Jessie Petty, V. Pres.; Norma Simpson, Teresa Williams, Pres.; Pat Carter, Paula Nodtvedt, Gwen Jenkins, Debbie Lawson, Reba Hatfield, Connie Burgess, Ronda French Rag Dolls Made For Sponsored by the Pilot Club, the Anchor Club is active in all phases of school and community life. In December, the Christmas social was held jointly with the Key Club at Vicks Chemical Club House. In March, the girls will present a joint program with Page for the Pilot Club. Children In Hospital Members visited the children ' s ward at Wesley Long Hospital to give rag dolls to those who were there. They went to the Evergreen Rest Home with a basket of fruit for elderly residents. The year was topped off with a convention in Morganton on the first weekend in April. Teresa Williams, Sara Larson, and Ronda French are shown decorating the Vicks Chemical Club House for the Christmas social. 130 Jessie Petty, Sara Larson, Kathy Williams, Ronda French, and Bonna Woodard are snapped during a planning meeting of the Anchor Club. Gold Door Project Brings Cheer To Many At the beginning of the year the Gate City Sub¬ juniors sold attractive school folders, and in Feb¬ ruary Valentine candy was available through members. These projects raised money for school and community projects. The Gold Door project provides gifts for less fortunate children. Items such as costume jewelry, cosmetics, clothing, and musical instruments are donated, packed, and sent by club members. Subjuniors have participated in many com¬ munity fund-raising drives, such as the heart fund and the tuberculosis campaign. Even on rainy days, the Sub-juniors have stood out in the weather with their cups in hand! Mrs. Jessup took over as Advisor when Mrs. Haley had to move. Subjunior officers, I. to r.: Leonne Hayes, Treas.; Diane Troy, Pres.; Sharon Overman, V. Pres.; Marie Col- trane, Sec ' y- Here the officers discuss future plans for the club. First row, I. to r.: Carolyn Joyner, Kiona Penninger, Sharon Edge, Marie Coltrane, Sec ' y Mrs. Mary E. Haley, Advisor; Diane Troy, Pres.; Leanne Hayes, Treas.; Pat Caudle, Wanda Beck, Sharon Overman, V. Pres.; second row: Carolyn Bouldin, Deloris Jones, Toni Reynolds, Cathy Swanson, Sue Shackel¬ ford, Sandra Peters, Linda Barrow, Barbara Fentress, Pat Coble, Gay Craven, Mary Jane Earl, Brenda Holmes, Diane Norman, Car ol Hanson. Initiations included dressing as a granny and baking cookies for old members. Seated, I. to r.: Toni Reynolds, Carol Han¬ son, Barbara Fentress; standing: Carolyn Joyner, Sue Shackelford, Pat Caudle, Mary Jane Earl, Wanda Beck, Carolyn Bouldin, and Pat Simmons. 131 Seated, I. to r.: Mr. Jerry Dellinger, Advisor; Dale Watkins, Bill Baldwin, James Wiggs, Patty Willis, Sweetheart; Wesley Buffaloe, Larry Lewis, Mike Kelly; second row: Donnie Thomas, Phil W. Jones, Lynn Boylston, Perry Holleman, Craig Newnam, Joe Kerr, Ernie McKinney, Gary Wyrick, Rick Coffin, Eddie Gerringer; standing; Ronald Martin, Bud Parrish, Bobby Martin, Rick Yaskiewicz, Jack Baldwin, and Bill Chatfield. School Directory A Welcome Addition When we wanted to find an address or a tele¬ phone number, we all appreciated the elegant school directory. It made life a lot easier for each of us. We also felt we had a boost for school spirit when the club presented us with our first Victory Bell, mounted on a small wagon, it was wheeled out when Smith came out on top in athle¬ tics. As a money-making project, the Key Club sold SHS decals to carry on with plans for another gift to the school. Other plans included a car washing day, the day after a heavy rain. Key Club officers, I. to r.: Craig Newman, Sgt.-at-Arms; Rick Coffin, Sec ' y; James Wiggs, Pres.; Gary Wyrick, V. Pres.. Here the officers admire the first Victory Bell. 132 Victory Flag Given By Jr. Exchange Boys Junior Exchange Club members spent the 1965- 66 school year constantly trying to improve the school spirit at Smith High School. Money raising projects for the year included selling programs at home football games, and selling SHS sweatshirts. These sweatshirts are dark green with a golden eagle in fighting posi¬ tion. Other projects have included providing a victory flag and the flag pole, painting a golden eagle on the gym floor, and distributing sports schedules to students. Future plans include erect¬ ing a baseball scoreboard. Mr. Robert L. Leeds is advisor to this, one of Smith ' s most active clubs. Gary Black, Tommy McKeithan, Bobby Johnson and Bobby Roach admire the Golden Eagle painted on gym floor, one of their main projects of the year. Junior Exchange Club, first row, I. to r.: Mr. Robert L. Leeds, Treas.; second row: Wayne Brackett, Joe Simmons, Dickie Advisor; Tommy McKeithan, V. Pres.; Gary Black, Pres.; Hughes, Gerald Setzer, Sec ' y; Bill Harris, Johnny Gambino, Bobby Johnson, James Frye, Chips Craig, Bobby Roach, Glen Bowman, David Baker, Zack Davis, Mike Andrews. 133 Linda Bland Places First In Speech Contest Under the dynamic direction of Mr. Dick Wal- thal, the VICA Club had an active and successful year. Members enjoyed dinner meetings, a bowl¬ ing party, and the annual Employee-Employer banquet in May. As a community service, they gave a Christmas party for patients in a local convalescent home. Last spring Kathy Beck won first place in the state in a job interview contest, and this year Linda Bland won the speech contest at the district conventions. The club ended the year at the State Conven¬ tion in Wilmington. VICA Club, first row, I. to r.: Linda Williams, V. Pres.; Susan Taylor, Mr. Richard Walthal, Advisor; Danise Mc¬ Daniel, Ed.; Susan Schumacher, Pres.; second row: Nancy Lane, Lea Coble, Phyllis Campbell, Sec ' y; Peggy Cooke, Bobby Campbell, Don Finch, Patsy Summers, Kathy Se¬ bastian, Linda Bland, Janice Holden; third row: James Holmes, Joe Perdue, Tommy Paschal, Henry Henderson, Joe McGee, Bruce Mungo, James Brookbank, Treos. Danise McDaniel works as a dental assistant in Dr. Coward ' s office. We must mention that the girl in the chair was a Smith student. Hope Danise told the doctor to go easy on her! Don Finch works at Cameo Hosiery and tells us he ' s devel¬ oping a good set of muscles as well as a lot of valuable job know-how. 134 Leslie Williams helps a customer at Belk ' s where she works in the afternoons. Tommy Burnette dresses the store window at Meyer ' s as part of his on-the-job-training. Distributive Education Prepares Students Distributive Education students are eligible to participate in DECA club activities. The program this year included marketing and distribution lectures, social activities, professional meetings, and district and state contests. Members attended a district leadership con¬ ference held at Grimsley in November at which time Leslie Williams was elected District Secretary and Linda Ellison placed second as D.E, sweet¬ heart. Contests were held at the Burlington district¬ meeting in February, and Leslie Williams won second place as Girl D.E. Student of the Year. In March, the State convention was held in Raleigh and Leslie Williams was elected State Secretary- T reas. DECA students topped off the year with their annual Employee-Employer banquet in April. Distributive Education Club, first row. I. to r.: Lois Landreth, Carol Robinson, Donna Templeton, Teresa Friedburg, Georgia Uribe, Mary Pfieffer; second row: Ricky Yaschiewitz, Russell Walker, Steve Painter, Linda Ellison, Pres.; Harold Williams, Leslie Williams, Sec ' y; Clinton Strother; third row: Mrs. Mary Thompson, Daniel Hatcher, Johnny Capps, Chip Craig, Phil Cook, Joe Allen, Jerry Holden, Mr. Lou Bonardi, Advisor; fourth row: Tommy Allred, Fred Scarbourgh, Tommy Gleason, Tommy Burnette, Fred Pitts, Tommy Oliver, Steve Kincaid. 135 First row, I. to r.: Sally Daniels, Wanda Puckett, Ray- nell Alley, Faye Locklear, Judy Suits, Susan Laughlin, Shirley Carrico, Jeannie Seigo; second row: Penny Griffin, Patsy Pickle, Marie Osborne, Linda Routh, Dora Jean Hildreth, Jody Hinnant, Linda McGee, Marcia Harris, Elaine Fesperman, Darlene Maynor; third row: Mrs, Keefer, Advisor; Peggy Hulon, Gail Rush, Becky Hall, Sundie Forrest, Glenda Maynard, Susan Lewis, Carolyn Lowe. Future Secretaries Enthusiastic Over Training Program Girls in Cooperative Office Practice are con¬ stantly busy trying to be well-groomed, attractive secretaries and office personnel. COP members are well-trained in the use of office machines, in specialized typing techniques, and diverse filing methods. As soon as class is over, each girl has a job wait¬ ing where she works in the afternoon to gain ex¬ perience in becoming a top-notch secretary or a “girl Friday, for an executive. Among some of the employers are Pilot, Jef¬ ferson, J. H. Harlance, Southern Life, Southern Bell, and Blue Bell. Susan Schumacher leaves school at noon for her on the job training program. COP girls are eager about their jobs. 136 Y.R.C. Sponsors Mid-Winter Prom That big beautiful eagle that stands by the door in the Commons Area was provided by the Y.R.C. for special news items pertaining to club activities. The Youth Recreation Council sponsored open- houses, the Midwinter ' s Prom, and other activities to make our school life more diversified. Council members spent many hours planning successful dances and decorating the commons area with magical skill. First row, I. to r.: Donna Mills, Gwynn Locklar, Ellen Lambeth, Leanne Hayes; sec¬ ond row: Jessie Petty, Linda Owens, Pres.; Paula Nodtvedt, V. Chmn.; third row: Penny Griffin, Susan Cheek, Marie Osborne, Sec ' y; Linda Glass, Dovie Lackey, Andy Gott- schall; fourth row: Craig New- nam; Jay Armfield, Lynn Smith, Tommy Nix, Johnny Stephenson. V- juju % It r Library Club Attends Asheville Meeting Good experience was gained this year by the Library Club. Under the guidance of Miss Cather¬ ine Weir, members not only helped in school acti¬ vities by working in the library but also attended interesting meetings in the state. There was a district meeting at Allen Jay and a convention at Asheville which members attended. Both of these events were interesting and enlightening. As members of the Library Club, it is the responsibility of out books, write overdue notices, shelve books and keep Sandra Peters, Gloria Wetmore, and Dora Hildreth to check the library neat and in order. 137 Newly-Formed Council Functions Well Gary Wyrick leads a discussion of o service club ' s planned activities. An outstanding addition to our club program this year is the Interclub Council. Two members from each service and academic club form the membership. Its function is to regulate and super¬ vise all fund-raising projects and coordinate club events. Furniture for the upper lobby is the co¬ operative goal of all member clubs. wwo nnrouiK irons ll � ' xt ' ttm,4 1 jnStTm A, uu- . , ffjSHan f htiutrr fOIMK, notion sxim iitkni ■ u i y. ' tvuKfTjrr X mtaj Cauxu. Students read club announcements on bulletin board put up by the Interclub Council. First row, I. to r.: Diane Troy, Lynne Coltrane, Mike Jones, Bobby Tucker, Martha Heath, Bobbie Morton, Gayle Tur¬ ner, Gary Wyrick, Pres.; Rick Rayle, James Wiggs, V. Pres.; second row: Carol Slawter, Marie Osborne, Craig Newnam, Rives Kistler, Pat Carter, Paula Nodtvedt, Kathy Christy, Toni Reynolds, Teresa Williams, Andrea Gottschall, Sec ' y; third row: Freddie McCormick, Steve Howerton, Linda Owens, Mr. Bonardi, Advisor; Linda Glass, Patty Willis, Reid Johnson. 138 Monogram club members, first- row, I. to r.: Paul Welch, Coach Manzi, Advisor; Wesley Buffaloe; second row: Donald Crews, Gary Black, Tommy McKeithan, Joe Kerr, Craig Newnam, Pres.; Mike Kelly, Sec ' y-Treos.; Joe Lenins, Larry Henderson; third row: James Badeau, Paul White, Dickie Hughes, Alan Blanton, Ray L inney, Gary Troxler, Van Hodgin, Danny Vaughn, Eddie Hill; fourth row: Tommy Skinner, Ronald Martin, Walter Don¬ nell, Greg Coward, Jimmy Dawkins, Bobby Covington, Harry Sherrill, Tommy Gleason, Rick Rayle. (Not pic¬ tured: Rick Coble, V. Pres.) Gift To Athletic Fund Is Club Projec t School spirit was given a big boost by the en¬ thusiasm of the Monogram Club toward all athle¬ tic activities. Members worked hard all year to keep athletic standards high, and our first year in 4-A competition was encouraging to say the least. Golden S boys held many socials during the year as well as a big initiation party. To raise money, the Monogram Club sold popcorn at all home basketball games. This money goes to the athletic fund as the Monogram service project. Craig Newnam and Wayne Butler sell popcorn to an ea¬ ger customer at a basketball game. The money from this sale was donated to the ath¬ letic fund. 139 Regular Bus Drivers, first row, I. to r.: Eddie Curtis, Steve Howerton, David Smith, Reid Johnson, Ken Cockman, Paul Craver, Dale Moore, Roy Oakley, Joe Simmons, David Wood; second row; Wayne Brac¬ kett, Mike Rice, David Hol¬ loman, Mark Bell, Don Mc- Maness, Layne Brittain, Doug Suits, Nelson White- sell, Bobby Nunn, Essex Noel, Ken Washington. Bus Drivers And Traffic Squads Serve Well BUS DRIVERS Smith High is fortunate in having a capable and efficient group of bus drivers. These students are responsible for the lives of many children each year and must have perfect traffic records to keep their licenses. TRAFFIC SQUAD Keep to the right, is a phrase often heard spoken by one of the efficient traffic squad. The halls and stairways are kept clear of conjestion by the squad with the cooperation of the students. Substitute Bus Drivers, first row, I. to r.: Seth Paschal, John Thorne, Joe Lenins, Ronald Tolar, Chris Turner, Johnny Bunche; at top. Bob Beckner, Joe Kerr, Danny Vaughn. Traffic Squad, first row, I. to r.: Francis Suits, Sandy Peters, Steve Jones, Wanda Jones, Martha Heath; second row: Dennis Clayton, Nelson Whitesell, Bobby Baynes, Mike Kelly, Barry Allen; third row: Herbert Paine, Kerry Campbell, Harold Johnson, Danny Lineback. 140 School Assistants Vital To Operations OFFICE ASSISTANTS Without the aid of students who willingly give up their study halls to work in the office, Mrs. Whiteley and Mrs. Evans would find it impossible to complete their work. Before school and during each class period the assistants answer the phone, mimeograph papers for teachers, and run errands to help the secretaries. Occasionally, students are compensated for their hard work with delicious treats baked by Mrs. Evans or Mrs. Whiteley. LIBRARY ASSISTANTS Straightening shelves, checking out books and signing time slips are only a few of the services rewarded by the students who assist Miss Weir in the library. These assistants willingly help their fellow students in any possible way. Office assistants, first row, I. to r.: Libby Johnson, Jen¬ nifer Gschwind, Donna James, Diane Troy, Gayle Turner, Carolyn Lowe, Patty Willis; second row: Dennis Clayton, Linda Holloman, Sarah Parrish, Bobby Tuc¬ ker, Skip Lefler, LaVon Davis, Mrs. Evans, School Sec ' y; third row: Mrs. Whiteley, School Sec ' y; Johnny Stephenson, Lee Ed¬ wards, Craig Newnam, Charles Leonard, Nelson Whitesell, Freddie McCor¬ mick, Daryl Thompson. Library assistants, first row, I. to r.: Jody Hinnant, Dora Hildreth, Eiaine Huffman, Glenda Jones; second row: Linda Paschal, Donna Bo¬ wers, Susan Bryant, Linda Pope, Julia Martin, Charlene Sorah, Brenda Frazier, Rene Boseman; third row: Mary Clork, Gloria Wetmore, Faye O ' Neal, Susan Gorski, Roy Buckner, Bill Brandon, Sandy Peters, Connie Land- reth, Kathy Stonley, Janice Johnson. 141 Helpful Aides Make Tasks Easier DEAN ' S ASSISTANTS Without the assistance of the efficient Dean ' s aides, Smith High could not function properly. Through their willingness to help with the attend¬ ance record, these girls aided Mrs. Morton in times of dilemma and are continuously giving this con¬ genial aid to Miss Atcheson. These girls not only run from class to class collecting attendance ros¬ ters each day, but they also answer very important business calls and transmit messages with the greatest of efficiency. GUIDANCE ASSISTANTS Guidance aides are not only useful to special students but to all. These aides are very helpful by obtaining information for College Board Exams, College Bulletins, pamphlets for every field, and application blanks for colleges far and near. • kV . y 1 W Vi j QiOTftiil aBallKr!aM«i Lk f •••.? • A J| k Jgg ■ rd fjk. ■ m rKfl V — JM Sf ill Dean ' s Assistants, first row, I. to r.: Cathy Angel, Wanda Jones, Janice Sprinkle; sec¬ ond row: Kathy Williams, Brenda Densmore, Leanne Hayes, Kathy Sarra, Marilyn Gerringer, Linda Smith, Elaine Lewis. Guidance Assistants, I. to r.: Mrs. Whiteside, Sophomore Counsellor; Pam Ledford, Mr. Estep, Senior Counsellor; Kathy Christy, Sandra John¬ son, Cathy Spinks, Mrs. Lane, Junior Counsellor; Jeane Clark. (Not pictured: Cathy Champion) 142 Faculty Club Deserves Recognition All members of the faculty at Ben L. Smith High School are members of the faculty club. This group meets to improve the academic and social environment of the school. We have tried to picture various members at work and play. We particularly enjoyed the annual Faculty-Varsity basketball game each spring. It has been claimed that the game is fixed, but we know that the fac¬ ulty wins because of superiority and skill. This is on exciting instance of the faculty fast-break in high gear at the onnual game 143 Mrs. Jessup and Mrs. Black examine duplicating machine in teachers ' work room. ajjjM jr’JV ’ Terse instructions from Coach Williams during tense time-out, while players on the bench beg for time on t he court. 144 PROGRESS IN ACTION WITH B.L.S. STUDENTS . . These are the classes . . . Sophomore, Junior, and Senior . . . These are the students . . . binding themselves together through a single purpose — preparation for tomorrow . . . The school grew ... it became accredited. The student body grew ... it became more diversified. School pride grew ... it took on personality and character . . . These are the classes . . . the students . . . with vision and hope, with faith and determination, to keep B.L.S. a vital force in each life ... a healthy environment where action never ceases . . . idfi mm If I [ ■ tokS 1 ■■ $ w Im I CLASS OF The letters read, Welcome Spohomores, and we felt we had arrived at last. We were guided through the building by upper classmen on reg¬ istration day, and we found out just how big Smith had grown. There was the usual confu¬ sion and indecisiveness, but it didn ' t take us long to feel at home. We discovered very early in the year that Smith High life offered many challenges, intellectually, socially, and morally. We buckled down to face up to our responsibilities in keeping B.L.S. on the move. We had our own assemblies most of the time, but we did meet with the upperclassmen from time to time. Our class elections created quite a stir, and it was great having a place in student government. We struggled with Freddie the frog, moldy bread, and microscopic data in biology. We were very impressed with our new math desks, even if geometry floored us. We learned vocabulary in languages, and we wished we had studied more vocabulary in our own language when composi¬ tion day rolled around. We held our own all year and there were times when we made a better showing than Juniors and Seniors! We sold our share of chocolate, we led the Yearbook sales for weeks, and we seemed to yell lounder than any¬ one else at pep rallies. We know we like Smith and we know that Smith is the greatest place in Greensboro! Sophomore Class Officers, left to right: Mike Collins, President; Kathy Spinks, Vice President; Rene Boseman, Secretary; Susan Brooks, Treasurer. 145 David Adamson Donna Akers Earl Alberson James Alexander Gail Allen Dwight Alley Chris Allred David Allred Richard Allred Steve Allred Loretta Anast Carolyn Anders New Bulletin Board Welcomes Sophomore Class f SMITH WELCOMES ' - ' ' SOPHS Ronnie Simpson of the Junior Class tries to convince Sopho¬ more, Billy Gibson, that Smith High is really just like home! Michael Anderson Joonne Andrews Cleve Anthony Nancy Ariail Debbe Badgett Linda Bailey Larry Baker Bill Baldwin Linda Barker Ramonce Barnes Patty Baysinger Wanda Beck 146 Senior high school is a new experience, with different worlds to discover. Here, a Sophomore biology class attempts to absorb information as quickly as it is taught. David Beckner Phil Borders Rene Boseman Carolyn Bouldin Earl Bowman Lyn Boyleston Steve Brachett Douglas Brady Fred Bray Robert Bright Susan Brooks Clifton Brown Robert Bryant Susan Bryant Britt Buchanan Roy Buckner Ken Bullard Mary Bullyboy 147 James Bush Karen Bush Darryl Byrd Freddie Byrd Nancy Calhoun Lea Campbell William Canter Debby Cantrell Aching feet deserve a bouquet at day ' s end—the halls of Smith are really long! John Carr Mike Carratello Patrick Carroll Ronnie Carson William Carter Joey Caskie Pat Caudill Mike Caudle Lance Chaney Susan Cheek Steve Cherry Clarence Church Michoele Clark Steve Clark Susanne Clark Brenda Clary Roger Clodfelter Alice Coble 148 Bobby Coble Steve Coble Trudy Coffey Arthur Cole James Collins Tony Collins Roger Coltrane Boyd Comer Cheryl Connor Allen Cook Cecelia Cook Beverly Copper David Copper Deborah Cowan Vern Cowan Catherine Cox Alvin Craddock Lea Campbell uses excellent facilities of our modern library to aid her in the study of literature. All sopho¬ mores are taught the many advant¬ ages of research and note-taking. Miss Weir helps students in an in¬ doctrination course. 149 Myra Jean Craddock Dorothea Crews This student shall be nameless on the grounds of possible incrimination. This is a last period study hall, and we can only assume that the world was too much with her. Samuel Cummings Carol Dalton Willie Davidson Vickie Davis Freddie Dawkins Patricia Dawson Charles Daye Darrell Dean Kay Deaton Linda Dick Emerly Digman Gwenda Dillard Charles Dotson Shirley Douglas Napoleon Dove Jr. Ronnie Dove Sandra Dove Colvin Drewery Ronnie Duehr Francis Eagle Mary Earl Cynthia Edge Bette Edwards Timmy Edwards William T. Edwards Linda Elkins Vivian England Ronald Erwin Larry Eubanks Larry Ezzell 150 Roger Falls Gene Farlow Mary Farrow Myra Flack Marion Fitzgerald Beverly Florence Norman Foxworth Steve Frederick William Freeman Nelda French Kathy Garrett Mark Germino John Glidewell Harold Gordy Susan Gorski Andrea Gottschall David Gourley Fred Graham Anita Grosser Carolyn Graves James Graves Joseph Gray Harold Greenleaf Margaret Hancock Unsteady Hands Learn Art of Typing Blood (Ugh!) Excellent equipment, progressive methods, and skilled in- to prick o finger or even to come face to face with blood, structions, introduce young minds to modern techniques in most students manage to survive, the Science Department. Although it sometimes takes courage 151 This is George. He resides in the Biology Dept. Sophomores love George, because he reminds them of the danger of smoking. Of course, some people don ' t care if they wind up like this prematurely. Alice Hand Kathy Hannah Becky Hardin Drex Harding Janice Harkey Donna Harris Shelia Harris Jackie Hayes Jimmy Heath Joel Henderson Steven Hicks Brenda Hill SCAT Tests Cause Sophomore Anxiety Donald Hill Larry Hines Raymond Holleman Randy Honeycutt Celia Hooks Robert Horton Shelby Huckabee Roger Hupp Glenn Hyatt Debbie Ingold Vickie Ingold Lin Ingram Darlene Jarrett Alan Jeffries David Jenkins Gwen Jenkins Alexis Johnson Judy Jones 152 The Music Department could not function without the addition of new voices each year. Here potential singers practice with the band. Jerry Jones Julie Jones Marty Jones Sharon Jones Wayne Jordan Carolyn Joyner Cynthia Kelly John Kelly Patricia Lamb Connie Landreth Susan Lasher Linda LaRoach Donnie Laughlin Debbie Lawson Bill Layton Pamela Ledford Roger Ledford Janice Lee Skip Lefler Margaret Lenins Maria Lenins Larry Leonard Lucinda Leonard Harry Lipe 153 Danny Lineback Barbara Locklear I shot an arrow in the air . . It looks like it ended in somebody ' s hair! Shirley Mabe Roberta Main Vickey Manuel Robert Martin Brenda May Imogene McCanless Teddy McCaskill Andrew McClain Teresa McDonald Teresa McGee Bobbie McGehee Reginald McKoy William McMahon Teresa Meece Kenneth Melton Joe Mendes George Michael Jack Miller Johnny Miller Donna Mills Charlie Moffitt Donald Moody Rick Mooney Cathy Moore Danny Moore Gerald Moore James Moore Wesley Moorefield Larry Morgan Ray Morgan 154 LaVerne Morton Barbara Moses Terry Mullis Steve Nash Beverly Neiman Thomas Nix Marjorie Norman Alice Norris Beryl Norris Robert Nunn Donald Oldham Evelyn Oldham Larry Oliver Linda Osborne George Overly Shirley Ozment Lynn Poce Heddie Palmer Jerry Parcell Judy Pardue Martha Parker Richard Parris James Parrish Thurman Patterson New Material, New Fields of Interest, New Horizons Homework! Homework! and more Homework! Sophomores In order to be prepared for future years, they must develop learn quickly that school isn ' t all glamour and recreation. a firm foundation of basic knowledge. 155 Herbert Poyne Miriam Peele Joseph Penn Gary Phillips Thomas Pickeral Toni Pinion Essie Poole Michael Porter Mary Jo Farrow shouts enthusiastically as Sophomores help boost team morale at pep rally. Carol Portis Linda Prevatt Janice Previtte Brenda Ann Pugh Linda Pulliam David Pumphrey Bruce Putnam Teresa Putnam William Quate Ralph Rachol Mike Ramm Allen Ray Emory Rayle Jimmie Reece Judy Renshaw Cynthia Riddle Wayne Riggins Billy Robertson 156 Randy Robinson John Russell, Jr. Elaine Sage Charles Sams Walter Sanderson Mike Santure John Saunders Fred Schoenberger Jerry W. Scott Chris Sears Deborah Shaver Bruce Shaw Lois Shelton Melinda Shepard Robert W. Shepard Ricky Shepherd Jimmy Sheppard Sigmund Shipp Judy Shirlen Pat Shoemaker Harold Shropshire Linda Shropshire Doris Silvers Vickie Simmons School Store is Popular Place Before Class Sophs Line Up For Game Tickets Not only paper, pencils, ond supplies are sold at the school commons area, the store is convenient for the entire stu- store. It is the clearing house for the sale of all tickets to dent body, athletic, drama, and musical events. Locoted in the student 157 Intellectual curiosity never hurt onyone but we suspect that Larry Swanson and Nona Teal have ideas other than intel¬ lectual. Ronald Simpson Charles Skinner Judy Slawter Boyd Smith Bryce Smith Donnie Smith Donna Smith Frances Smith Julia Smith Nancy Smith Freddy Sneed Mike Snow Sherleen Sorah Kathy Spinks Rick Spivey Kevin Spoon Jeff Sprinkle Tony Spruill Catherine Stack David Stanley Gwendolyn Steele David Stephenson Beverly Stuart Frances Suits Paula Swann Larry Swanson Teresa Sykes Sally Taillon 158 Patricia Talley Charlotte Taylor Jacqueline Taylor Phyllis Taylor Sandra Taylor Nona Teal Jimmy Terrell Phyllis Tew Billy Thompson Donna Thompson Holly Thompson Louis Thompson Sylvia Troxler Victor Turnage Sharon Turner Sue Turner Susan VanRett Sophomores Put Upperclassman To Shame in Subscribing To Annual and Newspaper Linda Barrow, Junior, shows Mary Jo Farrow, Gwenda Dillard, and Kathy Spinks our Freedom Shrine donated by the Exchange Club. Larry Vaughn Rita Wade Billy Walker Gilbert Walker Ann Wallace Jo Anne Ward Karen Ware Randy Warren Dale Watkins Karen White Rosezina White Stan Whitley Ronnie Whittle Dianne Wilder Michael Wilkes Beverly Williams David Williams Frederick Williams Jackie Williams Pauletta Williams Scotty Williams Theodore Williams Charles Williamson Laymon Williamson Linda Willis Nancy Wilson Robert Wood Betty Woods Jimmy Wrenn Cathie Wyrick Lisa Yates Harry Line and Tony Spruill examine new math desks in Mr. Leeds ' room. 160 JUNIOR YEAR: ASSUMING MORE RESPONSIBILITIES Junior Class Officers: Left to right: Treasurer, Bill Chamberlain; Secretary, Leanne Hayes; Vice President, Bobby Baynes; President, Perry Holleman. CLASS OF At last we left behind the Sophomore “tag, and entered the realm of “upper-classmen! Ev¬ erything about our class spells action. We cheer loudly and clearly at football and basket¬ ball games. We put our hearts and vocal chords to work in every pep rally. We work eagerly in all the service clubs and academic clubs to serve our school and our community. We are constantly swamped by a whirlwind of plans and activities, such as the class project, the Junior-Senior Prom, and of course, P.S.A.T. exams. We anxiously awaited our class rings and have been showing them off ever since. Our school spirit and enthusiasm for learning is reflected by the eagerness with which we study our American heritage in English and history. We try to prepare for our place as world citi¬ zens by studying the languages and customs of other peoples, and we hope we are beginning to think logically in our math courses. Many of us are trying to be orators and actors, while others learn the noble art of homemaking. In other words, we are involved in everything. We await our Senior year with anticipation —eager to meet even more challenges which form stepping stones in our progress. Clark Allred Marshall Anderson Sandra Anderson Alice Andrews Larry Andrews Jay Armfield Ray Armstrong Billy Bair Larry Baird Patti Baker Pat Pope ponders pertinent problems. Is he handsome? Wayne Bancroft Tommy Barbee Cindy Barnes Linda Barrow Bobby Baynes Kathy Beasley Sharon Beck Bonnie Belaney Mark Bell 162 Juniors wait patiently in Commons Area before the PSAT session in October. The test begins! Hard-thinking students toil and tremble as they try to beat the clock. P.S.A.T. Tests — Another Hurdle For Juniors Judy Blevins Billy Boggs Charlotte Boone Linda Boswell Earl Bradshaw Bill Brandon Jeff Brantley James Brookbank Doris Brown Larry Brower Mike Brown Robert Brown Pat Buchanan Wesley Buffaloe Rusty Bundy 163 Lavin Burcham Connie Burgess Johnny Burke Catherine Burnett Tommy Burnette Donnie Bums Larry Burr William Carder Angela Carter Claudia Carter Karen Carter Caroll Causey Lee Caviness Bill Chamberlain Bill Chatfield Juniors Participate in Beautifying School The AQUILA tried out its new camera and proudly caught Donnie Thomas quenching his thirst. 164 Dave Clark Lynne Clark Donna Clenney Patricia Cobb Don Coble Pat Coble Rick Coffin George Cole Gerry Cole Linda Coleman Anne Compton Philip Cook Bobby Covington Tommy Covington Greg Coward Janice Cox Patsy Cranford Gay Craven Corla Crawford Donald Crews Earl Daniels Jo Lynne Day Cammie Davidson Jeanne Dovis Julia-Ellen Davis 165 Zack Davis James Dawkins Pam Nicki Derifield Dimaria The library is an important place to Sandy Peters who finds the quietness conducive to research and study. Minnie Dixon Bernie Duehr Helen Dunn James Dunn Wanda Dye Bobby Eggleston Joan Eschenbach John Evans Robert Evans Randy Farmer Curtis Fields Barbara Fentress Janet Fitzula Peggy Floyd Eva Fortenberry 166 Ronnie Fouts Brendo Frazier Lawrence Fuller Robert Fuller Leslie Garret Steve Garrett Edward Gerringer Byron Gianopuhas Tommy Gleason Terry Glidewell Junior Artists Help With Christmas Spirit Charles Goodwin George Gourley Jimmy Grahl James Graves Ronnie Greene Ronnie Hales Sharon Hammock James Hampton Joyce Hand Christmas cheer is a specialty at B.L.S. Here, Cathy Swanson and Debbie Wat¬ kins decorate the windows in the Stu¬ dent Commons Area 167 Vicky Honner Carol Hansen Jim Harper Reba Hatfield Ann Hayes Leanne Hayes One of the Junior Jaycette ' s projects is to sell ribbons be¬ fore each football game. Here, Lynne Martin cuts ribbons for this sale. Service Clubs Have Firm Support of Junior Class Kathryn Haynes Robert Hege Wayne Hensley Rebecco Herring Linda Hicks Carolyn Hill Lionel Hill Maxine Hinnant Denise Hodge Victor Hodgin 168 Barbara Hogan Gerald Holden David Holleman Perry Holleman Sheila Hollifield Ted Holliman Joseph Holloway Brenda Holmes James Holmes Gregory Houston Junior, Linda Barrow, voices her opinion in a weekly Student Council meeting. Allan Hovis Bobby Howell Richard Hughes Jean Humble Teddy Hunt 169 Annette Hunter Ted Hunter Charles Huntley Anne Ivey Janice Inmon Lorraine Jenkins Johnny Stephenson goes to great heights to decorate for an open house. Y.R.C. Couldn’t Do Without Our Expert Agility! Terri Jenson James Johnson Janice Johnson Joe Johnson Libby Johnson Linda Johnson Patricia Johnson Sandra Johnson Tommy Johnson Brenda Jones 170 Delores Jones Michael Jones Randy Jones Wanda Jones Toni Jordan Janice Kaminc Carol Kaufman Mae Kendall Susan King Nancy Kirkman Rives Kistler Steve Kivett Dovie Lackey Ellen Lambeth Nancy Lane i John Langston Wayne Lilly seems to have a case of spring fever in December: Maybe he ' s dreaming of Herman Mellville ' s whaling voyage — or the test he didn ' t study for. 171 Jo Ann Law Betty Lawrence Linda Lawson John Layton Robert Le Clair David Lee Valerie Linney Wayne Lilly Doug Livengood Gwynn Locklar Part of the tradition of Ben L. Smith H.S. is the patio gatherings. The spirit of fel¬ lowship reigns supreme under the warm sun. Bobby Locklear Troy Loftis Dottie Lohr Lucy Long Mary Lovern George Lowry Helen Mabe Sue Manuel Larry Maples Darrell Marks 172 � Danny Marsh Julia Martin Lynn Martin Ronald Martin Ronnie Massengale Brenda McGehee Patricia McLendon Susan McManus Camel McMillian David McMurray Janis McPherson Pat McPherson Linda Medearis Jay Melvin Mary Ann Mendes Bill Miles Benny Miller Marie Moore Steve Moorefield Jeri Morgan Clara Morton Terry Motley Bruce Mungo Patrick Nash Wade Nash 173 Margaret Newman Eddie Nix Alan Noel Laura Norris By the time we reached Junior Year, B.L.S. was home to us and we could relax in the sun! Mike Nunn Barry Oakley Raymond Oakley Donnie Oates Kay Oliphant Elizabeth O ' Neal Joan Owen Nancy Page Danny Parks Linda Paschal Seth Paschal Terri Paschal Thomas Paschal Patricia Pegram Kiona Peninger 174 Jackie Perry Sandra Peters Iris Peterson Sammy Petteway Shirley Pfeffer Howard Phillips Randy Phillips Elmer Pierce Tony Pierman Patty Pinion Janet Fitzula, Editor of Eagle Eye, Proudly Represents Class Robert Poole Gene Pridgen Lawrence Pully Clifton Quick Eddie Ramsey Laura Reams Gary Reid Toni Reynolds Larry Rice Janet Fitzula reads over her handi-work for the Eagle Eye before it is distri¬ buted to the homerooms. Jay Melvin waits for her reaction. 175 Greg Rich Sam Richardson Mark Riley Michael Roberts Connie Robey Cynthia Robinson Ronald Robinson Danny Roll William Russell William Sage Lynda Scearce Mike Scott Sue Shackleford Carol Shaw Don Sherwood Our Class Was An Important Part of B.L.S. Activity Linda Barrow performed as a ballerina in Senior Talent Show given for the student body. Our class actively partici¬ pated in the creative arts with talented mem¬ bers. 176 Francis Sherwood Mike Simmons Phillip Simmons Ronnie Simpson Patsy Sizemore Larry Smith Mae Kendall and Sharon Hammock participated in Stu¬ dent Council annual nominations tor student government officers. Luther Smith Lynn Smith Pam Smith Sandra Smith Patricia Smoot Rick Snead Janice Snyder Deborah Spangler Presley Sparrow Burley Spinks 177 Paige Spoon Mike Springfield Kathy Stanley Rita Stanley Johnny Stephenson Bonnie Stone Jimmy Stone Johnny Street Roy Strickland Keltz Summers Wanda Swaney Cathy Swanson Linda Swanson Greg Taylor Donna Templeton Chris Teras Donnie Thomas John Thorne Pat Tidwell Sammy Petteway gets carried away at one of our pep rallies. 178 Our handsome ring is well worth waiting for The moment all Juniors wait for — Connie Burgess gets measured for ring. I A Day To Remember - Ring Measurement Day Ronald Tolar Doug Trent James Turpin Victor Tynes Georgio Uribe Danny Vaughan Marsha Wald Rocky Walden Charles Walker Barbara Wallace Kenneth Washington Dewey Waters Debbie Watkins Carolyn Wells Barry Westmoreland 179 Randy Wilkinson Jim White Suzanne White Susan Whitley Shelly Wiley William Wiley Linda Williams Ray Williams Sandra Williams Betty Wilson Larry Winslow Richard Wong Kay Wood Marianne Woodie Buzzy Wray Becky Wrenn Carol Wright Terry Wright Wayne Wright Jerry Yaskiewicz Steve Yates Sue York Nancy Young Timothy Young 180 The Senior Class Officers, left to right: Penny Griffin, Secretary; Bobbie Morton, Vice- President; Dennis Clayton, President; Sarah Parrish, Treasurer. CLASS OF Stop, oh stop, dear time in your flight! — the Senior Class is about to pass into the realm of those who have laughed and wept, struggled and succeeded, faced triumph and defeat in the endless search for knowledge. We try desperately to cling to the fading memories of those happy days which turned into years too quickly, with¬ out our even being aware of it. Our hearts shall always hold memories of the tingling excitement of a football game, the sparkling elegance of a a Senior Prom, the breathless anticipation of parades and homecoming festivities. This year we searched our way through Shakes¬ peare and Chaucer, through formulas and theor¬ ems, sines and co-sines;—we sometimes wept through concepts and sociological problems, term papers and book reports; — we faced exams with fear and trembling. We watched our school grow . . . and grow . . . and grow, and we thrilled at being the first class entering its portals, to grow with it for three straight years — years of expanding facilities, student growth, curriculum enrichment, and ac¬ creditation success. We are the first to feel the full impact of progress in action at Ben L. Smith. But now it is almost over. Every succeeding day brings us close to THE DAY — And we find through all of our experiences, that we, the Mighty Seniors, are just a little bit lonely! 181 Dewey Adams Class Jimmy Adams Barry Allen of 66 Proves That Walter Allen Common Interests At last, lunch permits! Among the privileges of the Seniors is permission to go off-campus for lunch. For days, they line up to get that precious card. During the lunch periods, one can see those who are lucky enough to have a car or get a ride, rushing gaily off to consume a lunch of cold french fries and soggy hamburgers, while the Sophomores gaze longing¬ ly after them. Doris Anderson Bobby Apple Bekki Atkins Cathy Angel 182 James Badeau Rusty Bair Chris Baker David Baker and Common Goals Exhibit Progress in Action 1 1 ■BM w- ' ' ■BbSBp w I kJEGSIY I wmS I David Barbour Tyrone Battle Frankie Baynes Robert Beckner Linda Beeson Gary Black 183 Lou Anne Bloke Lynwood Bowen Linda Blond Donno Bowers Alan Blanton Pat Blevins Richard Bowman Wayne Brackett Graduation Seems To Come Too Soon Susan Brazelle Layne Brittain Chosen MOST INTELLECTUAL, Freddie McCormick and Gayle Turner, are frequently seen browsing among the books in the library. Their fine scholastic records truly make Ben L. Smith proud of them. 1 84 Henry Brower David Burns Wayne Butler Brenda Brown Larry Butler Wanda Cable Phyllis Campbell Wanda Campbell Barbara Canter 185 The Seniors ' BEST ALL AROUND, Jennifer Gschwind and Eddie Curtis, display their interest in a 1901 “White Steam¬ er. Jennifer and Eddie have broken all records in school participation. Johnny Capps Shirley Carrico Johnny Carter Patricia Carter Term Papers! — Exams! Cathy Champion Ronald Christopher Kathy Christy Jeane Clark Dennis Clayton Cathy Clemmer Lee Coble Ricky Coble 186 Brenda Collins Celia Collins Lynne Coltrane Marie Coltrane Faye Connell Edith Constantine Mack Cooke Peggy Cooke Threats To Sanity Seniors, Tommy Skinner and Bill Copeland try their skill at climb¬ ing walls. The aftermath of this was a first-class wall washing job ordered by Mr. Williams, We suggest they try the track team— it ' s easier on the hands. Pat Cox Linda Craig Samuel Craig Michael Craven 187 Paul Craver Susan Davis Edison Curtis Brenda Densmore Sally Daniels LaVon Davis Gloria Dillard Jerry Douglas Seniors And B.L.S. Have Grown Together Sharon Edge Lee Edwards Jayveta Evans Linda Ellison MOST DEPENDABLE, David Moore and Diane Troy, stand ready to grapple with any problem. 188 Dennis Clayton, MOST CONSIDERATE, uses his chivalry to impress fair-maiden, Lynn Johnson, voted SWEETEST in the Senior Class. Ray Flack Pittman Floyd Jeanie Ford Sundie Forrest Larry Foust Ronda French James Frye Jerry Fuller 189 Marilyn Gerringer Penny Griffin Brenda Gill Jennifer Gschwind Linda Glass Richard Gulledge James Grant Rebecca Hall The Big Question: What ' s My C.E.E.B. Score? Bill Harris Henry Henderson Marcia Harris Larry Henderson Daniel Hatcher Kerry Hensley Martha Heath 190 Martha Herndon J. P. Hodgin Dora Jean Hildreth Janice Holden Joseph Edward Hill Linda Holloman Jody Hinnant Margaret Horne David Baker and Karen Williams as WITTIEST in Senior Class, set out to out-wit each other. Steve Howerton Kenneth Huckabee Elaine Huffman Peggy Hulon 191 WSM MOST ATHLETIC, Pat Cox and Wayne Butler set fine ex¬ amples in clean competition and good sportsmanship. Harold Johnson Lynn Johnson Hubert Hutchins Neva Jackson Patricia Jenkins Sue Hutchinson Donna James Eva Johnson Johnson Sheila Johnson 192 Steve Jones Deborah Jones Glenda Jones Phil W. Jones Mike Kelly Diane Kendrick Phil T. Jones Joe Kerr Even Busy Seniors Find Time To Enjoy Life Sandra Key Steve Kincaid Craig Newnam is a picture of alertness and agility as he demonstrates the art of how to lose at tennis without really trying. 193 We salute the MOST SCHOOL-SPIRITED, Sharon Overman and Bobby Tucker. They have enthusiastically boosted school spirit to a new high. Lois Landreth David LaRoach Paula Landreth Sara Larson Seniors Win Honors Susan Laughlin Joe Lenins Charles Leonard Elaine Lewis Larry Lewis Susan Lewis Harry Lilly Ray Linney 194 Faye Locklear Larry Marsh Betty Lookabill Glenda Maynard Carolyn Lowe Shirley McClintock Mike Lowe Freddie McCormick in Speech, Art, Music, And Drama Sandro McGehee Phil Meeler Danise McDaniel Tommy McKeithan Linda McDaniel Ernie McKinney Linda McGee Don McManus Linda Melton Judy Mills Dale Moore David Moore When talent was given out, David Pegg and Linda Craig certainly earned the title MOST TALENTED. Sherry Moore Wayne Mungo Cathy Neal Mike Neiman Bobbie Morton 196 Ronda French and Kerry Campbell take over Mr. Williams ' office temporarily, to prove they are MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED. Craig Newnam Joy Noah Roy Lee Oakley Paula Nodvedt Dianne Norman Carolyn Oldham Tommy Oliver Ted Osborne Marie Osborne 197 In dramatics, the photographer inter¬ rupted Marie Coltrane when she was practicing for an assembly program. Betty Jean Overly Linda Owens Nancy Overly Carla Page Sharon Overman Steve Painter Freddie McCormick Was Finalist Pat Cox and Becky Quote had a pie¬ throwing contest, during a campaign assembly. Larry Parker Sarah Parrish Tim Parks Chris Peer Jerry Parrish David Pegg 198 . Joe Bobbie Morton and Flip Frye were voted CUTEST in the class, and we see why. Mary Pfeffer in Morehead Scholarship Competition Michael Phillips Patsy Pickle Don Pierman Linda Fay Pierce Fred Pitts Lindo Pope Brenda Pritchard Wanda Puckett 199 Becky Quote Lorry Raines Linda Ramsey Rick Rayle Teresa Williams and Lindy Stephen¬ son were named MOST PHOTOGEN¬ IC by the AQUILA staff. Teresa was also named Miss Veterans Day in Greensboro. Carol Regan Bobby Roach Andrae Richmond Jimmy Robertson 200 Lee Edwards has a good thing going here with Dianne Norman shining his shoes. Wonder how he pulled this one! They were voted MOST COURTEOUS in the Senior Class. Gail Rush Linda Routh Reid Sandford Carol Robinson Bob Sanders Sharon Sanford Kathy Sarra Freddy Scarberry Susan Schumaker 201 The information desk is ably manned by Elaine Shelton in the morning. This is an Honor Society project. Ken Shawver Joe Simmons Elaine Shelton Pat Simmons Harry Sherrill Norma Simpson George Simmons Paul Simpson 202 Tommy Skinner Harlen Smith Carol Slawter David Smith Edward Smith Herbert Smith Jim Smith Clinton Strother You meet the nicest people on a Hondo ' as is evi¬ denced by Steve Jones and Sarah Parrish, FRIENDLIEST in Senior Class. Kenneth Southern Douglas Suits Judy Suits Pot Summers 203 Robert Smith Lindy Stephenson Phil Solloway John Stout Janice Sprinkle Ronald Swann Cliff Staudinger Sherry Swift Bobby Johnson uses unique measures to point out that Seniors rev up in prepara¬ tion for the end of the school year. Susan Taylor Laura Thigpen Cathy Thornton Theresa Rae Tilley 204 Gary Troxler Diane Troy Bobby Tucker Chris Turner Gayle Turner Herbert Tyler Esther Wagoner James Wagoner Russell Walker Linda Webb Donald Welch Paul Welch Gloria Wetmore Gail Whitaker Brenda White Paul White 205 Nelson Whitesell The mirror reflects the fact that the choice of BEST LOOKING is well-founded. Here, Jerry Fuller helps Donna James with her wrap. Amanda Williams Harold Williams Karen Williams Kathy Williams Leslie Williams Seniors Boast Beauty And Talent Judy Whitley Janice Whitted James Wiggs 206 Carol Slawter, Bonna Woodard, and Barbara Canter ponder over new ideas for beautifiying the school patio. Ray Williams Teresa Williams Joyce Williamson Patty Willis Clay Wilson Susan Witchey David Wood Bonna Woodard Gary Wyrick Bill Wright 207 We Work And Play — We Grow And Develop — Always Aiming Toward The Coveted Diploma Kathy Christy, Eddie Curtis, and Kerry Campbell visit with Mr. Duncan Stephen¬ son before assembly on the Junior Achievement Program. It ' s money - counting time during the chocolate sale, and Linda Owens does her share. 208 Being a Head Majorette sometimes frustrates Bobby Morton. Lindy Stephenson “hangs his head and growls at nosey photograghers. f A great deal of time and effort must be spent on research and study during the Senior Year. Phil T. Jones must have made honor roll! 209 Faculty Wins Game But Loses PZAZ A l .V M Mr. Roshelli, Mr. Walthal, and Mr. Snider exhibit skill, poise, and muscular prowess at faculty-student game. ADAMS, DEWEY: ADAMS, JIMMY: ALLEN, BARRY: Cheerful Charlie 10,11,12; Homecoming Escort 12; Traffic Squad 12; Prometheans 12; H.R. Treas. 12 . ALLEN, JOE: Band 10; DECA 12. ALLEN, WALTER: ALLEY, RAYNELL: VICA Club 11,12. ALLRED, TOMMY: DECA 12; District Delegate to DE Con¬ vention. ANDERSON, DORIS: Pep Club 11; Medical Club 11, Sec ' y. 1 2; Anchor Club 1 1. ANDREWS, HARVEY: ANGEL, CATHY: Medical Club 10,11; Guidance Asst. 10, 11; YCCA 12; Prometheans 12; Honor Roll 10; H.R. Sec ' y. 12. APPLE, BOBBY: Wrestling 10,11,12; H.R. V. Pres. 11; Monogram Club 1 1,12; Jr. Civitans 1 1; VICA Club 12. ATKINS, BEKKI: GAA 10,11,12; FTA 12. BADEAU, JAMES: Football 10,11,12; Wrestling 10,11,12, Captain 11; State Wrestling Award 11; Track 10; Mono¬ gram Club 10,11,12; Athlete-of-the-Month Award 11; Prometheans 1 2. BAIR, RUSSELL: Band 10,11,12. BAKER, DAVID: Red Cross Rep. 10; H.R, V. Pres. 10,11; Jr. Achievement 12; Jr. Exchange 12; Debate Club 12; Chorus 12; Librarian 12; Choir 12; Superlative 12; A- QUILA 12. BALDWIN, JACK: Class Officer 10; H.R. Officer 12; Nat ' l Honor Society 10,11,12; Basketball 10,11,12; Office Asst. 10; Key Club 10,11,12, Officer 12; Golf 11,12. BALL, JUNE: Anchor Club 11,12, Officer 12; French Club 12, Program Chairman 12; Sub. Cheerleader 12; H.R. Officer 12. BARBOUR, DAVID: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Hi-Y 10,11,12; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Ensemble 11,12; Ambassadors 11,12; Spanish Club 11. BARKER, PHIL: BATTLE, TYRONE: Medical Club 10,11; Hi-Y 11,12; Red Cross Art Exhibit 10,11; Red Cross Rep. 10,11; Scholastic Art Award 10,11; Art Honor ' s Pin 11; Art Rep. to E.C.C. 12; Ford Foundation Scholarship—Summer Instit. 12; AQUILA 12. BAYNES, FRANKIE: Football 1 0,1 1,12; Wrestling 10,11,12; Chorus 11,12. BECK, LARRY: Basketball 10; Football 11. BECKNER, ROBERT: Spanish Club 11; Bus Driver 11,12. BEESON, LINDA: Jr. Jaycettes 10,11,12; Prometheans 10, 11,12; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 10,11,12; Pep Club 11; Thes¬ pian Best Actress Award 11; Spanish Club 12; Medical Club 12; Chorus 11; Choir 12; Ensemble 12. BLACK, GARY: Jr. Exchange 10,11,12, Pres. 12; Mono¬ gram Club 10,11,12; Track 10,11; Football 11; Traffic Squad 11; Spanish Club 12; Inter-Club Council 12. BLAKE, LOU ANNE: Anchor Club 11. BLAND, LINDA: FHA 10; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Special Honor Roll 12; Medical Club 11,12, Treas. 12; Voice of Democ. Speech Con. Winner 11; VICA Dist. Convention Public Speaking Contest 1st place, 12; Spanish Club 11, 12; VICA Club 12; ICT 11,12; Toastmaster ' s Club 11,12; Prometheans 11. BLANTON, ALAN: Monogram Club 11,12; Swimming Team 1 1 . BLEVINS, PAT: H.R. Officer 10; Jr. Civinettes 10,11,12; Choir 10,11,12; Ensemble 12; Dean ' s Asst. 10, Student Council 1 1. BOWEN, LYNWOOD: Hi-Y 11. BOWERS, DONNA: Pep Club 11; Library Club 12; FHA 12. BOWMAN, RICHARD: Jr. Exchange 11,12; Track 11; Spanish Club 12. BRACKETT, WAYNE: Wrestling 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10,11,12; Bus Driver 11,12; Band 11,12; Golf 11,12; Jr. Exchange 12. BRADY, GENE: BRAZELLE SUSAN: Pep Club 12; Jr. Achievement 12; Young Life 11,12. BREWER, MARION: GAA 11,12. BRITTAIN, LAYNE: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Bus Driver 11 , 12 . BROWER, HENRY: BROWN, BRENDA: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Red Cross 10, 1 l,12;French Club 11,12; Nat ' l Honor Soc. 1 1,12; Finalist National Achievement Scholarship 12. BURNS, DAVID: Hi-Y 10,11,12. BUTLER, LARRY: H.R. Pres. 10; ICT 12. BUTLER, WAYNE: Football 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10, 11,12; J.V. Basketball 10; Track 11; Superlative 12; Senior Float. BYRD, BRYCE: CABLE, WANDA: DE 11; Jr. Achievement 12. CAMPBELL, BOB: Track 10; VICA Club 12. CAMPBELL, KERRY: J.C.L.A. 10,11; Cum Magna Laude Latin Award 10; Hi-Y 11,12, Chaplain 11; Speech Honors Award 11; Speech Winner 11,12; AQUILA, Asst. Ed. 11, Co-Ed. 12; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 11,12; Debate 12; Traffic Squad 12; Superlative 12; Homecoming Escort 12; Toast¬ master ' s Club 11,12. CAMPBELL, PHYLLIS: Civinettes 10,11,12; Intramurals 11; VICA Club 12, Sec ' y 12; ICT 12. CAMPBELL, WANDA: GAA 10; FHA 11, 12; Spanish Club 12; Medical Club 11; Pep Club 11,12. CANTER, BARBARA: Y-Teens 10; Spanish Club 11,12; Red Cross 10,11,12; AQUILA, Assoc. Editor 12; Prometheans 12; Nat ' l Thespians 12. CAPPS, JOHN: Key Club 10; DECA Club 12. CARRICO, SHIRLEY: CARTER, JOHNNY: Jr. Jaycees 11. CARTER, PATRICIA: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Toastmaster ' s 10,11,12; AQUILA 10; Prometheans 11,12; Nat ' l Thes¬ pians 11,12, Pres. 12; Speech Contest Winner 10; Y- Teens 10; Anchor Club 12; Eng. Essay Winner 10; Inter- Club Council Rep. 12; Thespian of the Year 12. CATES, BARRY: Basketball 10. CHAMPION, CATHY: H.R. V. Pres. 10; Guidance Asst. 10, 11,12; Honor Roll 10,11; H.R. Sec ' y. 11, Y-Teens Treas. 1 1 . CHRISTOPHER, RONALD: Hi-Y 10,11,12; Tennis 11,12. CHRISTY, KATHY: Prometheans 10,1 1,12; Jr. Jaycettes 10, 11,12; National Thespians 10,11,12, V. Pres. 11; Medical Club 10; YFC 1 0,1 1,1 2; Guidance Asst, 1 0,1 1,1 2; Medical Club Reporter 1 1, Pres. 12; Nat ' l Thespians Best Actress Award 12. CLARK, JEANE: Dean ' s Asst. 11,12; Red Cross 12; Medical Club 12; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12. CLAYTON, DENNIS: H.R. Officer 10, Pres. 11; Hi-Y 11, V. Pres. 12; Traffic Squad 11,12; Ellison Tennis Award 1 1; Senior Class Pres. 12; Student Council 12; Medical Club 12; Senior Float 12; Superlative 12. CLEMMER, KATHY: Choir 11,12; Ensemble 12. COBLE, MARY: COBLE, RICKY: Monogram Club 10,11, V. Pres. 12; Base¬ ball 10,1 1,12. COCKMAN, KENNY: Bus Driver 10,11,12. COLLINS, BRENDA: Office Asst. 10; Jr. Jaycettes 10; EAGLE EYE Staff 10,11,12, Business Manager 12; Honor Roll 11,12; School Store 11,12; Teenage Record 11,12; YCCA 12. COLLINS, CELIA: Dean ' s Asst. 10; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12. COLTRANE, LYNNE: Choir 10,11,12; FHA 11,12; FT A 11, 12; Track Team 1 1; Spanish Club 12. COLTRANE, MARIE: Intramural Rep. 10; AQUILA, Asst. Ed. 11,12; Gate City Sub-Juniors 11,12, Sec ' y 12; Gleeful Gerties 11, Prometheans 12; Honor Roll 12; Pep Club 12. CONNELL, FAYE: CONSTANTINE, EDITH; Civinettes 10,11,12; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Student Council 10; H.R. Sec ' y 12, YCCA 12; Spanish Club 12. COOKE, MACK: COOKE, PEGGY: Cheerleader 10; FHA 10; French Club 11; Bus Driver 11,12; Honor Roll 11; VICA Club 12. COPELAND, BILL: Swimming Team 11. COX, PAT: GAA 10,11,12, Pres. 11; H.R. Officer 10; GAA Medal Winner 10; FTA 11; GAA Trophy Winner 1 1; Honor Roll 11; FTA, Pres. 12; Superlative 12. CRABTREE, EDWIN: Band 12. CRAIG, LINDA: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Library 12; Mu¬ settes 1 0,1 1,1 2; Ensemble 11,12; Governor ' s School 1 1; Y- Teen Officer 11; Student Council 11,12; Office Asst. 10; H.R. Pres. 10,11, V. Pres. 12; Soph. Class Treas. 10; Med¬ ical Club 12; Anchor Club 11,12. CRAIG, SAMUEL: Junior Exchange Club 11,12; DECA Club 12 , CRAVEN, MIKE: CRAVER, PAUL: Bus Driver 12. CROUSE, GARY: Hi-Y 10,11,12; J.V. Basketball 10; Varsity Basketball 11; Monogram Club 11. CURTIS, EDDIE: Hi-Y Treasurer 10,11,12; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Nat ' l Honor Soc. 11,12; Bus Driver 11,12; Ambassadors 11,12; Ensemble 11,12; V. Pres, of Student Council 12; Superlative 12; Toast¬ master ' s Club 12; Varsity Debate 12. DANIELS, SALLY: H.R. Officer 10,11; Spanish Club 11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 1 1. DAVIS, LAVON: H.R, Officer 10; Varsity Sports 11; FHA 1 2; Office Asst. 1 2. DAVIS, SUSAN: Civinettes 10,11; Honor Roll 10, Spec. Honor Roll 11; Spanish Club 12, Sec ' y 12; Nat ' l Honor Soc. 11,12. DEMERY, AUBRY: H.R. Pres. 11. Seniors Are First Through To Go All The Ben L. Smith Way DENSMORE, BRENDA: Prometheans 10,11,12; Nat ' l Thes¬ pian Soc. 10,11,12; Toastmaster ' s Club 10,11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 12; Thespian of the year 12. DILLARD, GLORIA: Jr. Red Cross 12. DONNELL, WALTER: J.V. Football 11; Varsity Footboll 12; Track 11,12 DOUGLAS, JERRY: Band 10,11; Office Asst. 10; Hi-Y 11, 12; DECA Club 12; Honor Roll 12. EDGE, SHARON: Cheerleader 12; AQUILA 12. EDWARDS, LEE: Jr. Civitan 10; Honor Roll 10; Band 10,11; Marching Band 10,11; AQUILA 10,11,12, Typist 11,12; Hi-Y 11,12; French Club 11,12; Office Asst. 11,12; YFC 1 1; Cafeteria Asst. 12; Red Cross Rep. 12; Senior Float 12. EVANS, JAYVETA: Guidance Asst. 10; Pep Club 11; Anchor Club 12; Dean ' s Asst. 11,12. ELLISON, LINDA: Library Council 10; Red Cross Officer 10; Latin Award 10; Dramatics Club 10; Office Asst. 11; DECA Club 12, V. Pres. 12. FARLOW, HAROLD: Basketball 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10,1 1 . FESPERMAN, ELAINE: Student Council 10; H.R. Officer 10; YCCA 11; Prometheans 11; AQUILA 11; COP 12. FIELDS, PAULA: FINCH, DONALD: ICT 12. FLACK, RAY: FLOWERS, STERLING: Basketball 10,11; Cross-country 12. FLOYD, PITTMAN: Junior Achievement 12; Explorers 10,11, 12, Sec ' y 1 1. FOLEY, PAUL: FORD, JEANNIE: Medical Club 10; French Club 10,11; Jr. Jaycettes 10,11,12; Library Asst. 11; Bus Driver 11,12. FORREST, SUNDIE: FTA 10; YFC 10; Homecoming Court 10; Y-Teens 11; H.R. Officer 11,12; Honor Roll 11,12; EAGLE EYE 11; Civinettes 12; COP 12; Senior Float 12. FOUST, LARRY: FRENCH, RONDA: GAA 10, Sec ' y 11; AQUILA 10,11,12, Business Manager 11, Co-Editor 12; Debate Team 10,11, 12; Student Council 11; Anchor Club 11,12; Red Cross 10; Nat ' l Honor Soc. 11,12; Inter-Club Council 11; Super¬ lative 12. FRYE, JAMES: H.R. V. Pres. 10; Band 10; Jr. Jaycees 11; Swimming Team 11; Jr. Exchange 12; Superlative 12. FULLER, JERRY: H.R. Pres. 10; Track 10,11; Jr. Exchange 1 1; Monogram Club 1 0,1 1; Football 1 1,12; Superlative 1 2. GAMBINO, JOHNNY: Swimming Team 11; Jr. Exchange 12. GERRINGER, MARILYN: Girl ' s Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Anchor Club 12; Dean ' s Asst. 11,12; FTA 12. GILL, BRENDA: H.R. Officer 10,11; Spanish Club 10,11,12; Red Cross Rep. 10; EAGLE EYE 12. GLASS, LINDA: Honor Roll 10; Nat ' l Honor Soc 11,12; Civinettes 10,11,12; H.R. Officer 10,11; Spanish Club 11, 12; YCCA 11; YRC 12; Student Council 12. GRANT, JAMES: Debate Club 10; Prometheans 10,11; Basketball Mgr. 11; Beautification Committee 11; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 11,12. GRIFFIN, PENNY: H.R. Officer 10,11; Civinettes 10,11,12, Officer 12; EAGLE EYE 11; YRC 12; COP 12; Senior Class Sec ' y 12; Honor Roll 11,12; Senior Float 12. GSCHWIND, JENNIFER: Jaycettes 10,11,12; Honor Roll 10, 11,12; Nat ' l Honor Soc. 10,11,12; Homecoming Court 11, Maid-of-Honor 12; Sec ' y of Junior Class 1 1; Sec ' y of Sopho¬ more Class 10; Sec ' y of Student Body 12; Superlative 12; Choir 11, Ensemble 11. GULLEDGE, RICHARD: Band 10,11; Orchestra 10,11,12; Jr. Jaycees 11,12, Officer 11; Pep Club 12. HALL, BECKY: Intramurals 10,11; Red Cross Rep. 12. HARRELL, SANDY: Pep Club 11,12; Red Cross Rep. 12. HARRIS, BILL: Jr. Exchange Club 10,11,12; Student Council 10; H.R. Pres. 12; AQUILA 12. Bobby Johnson, Borry Allen, and Phil Meeler demonstrate Mrs. Schnabel ' s lost art of blethering. HUTCHINSON, SUE: Prometheans 11; Nat ' l Thespian Soc, 12; Honor Roll 12. JACKSON, NEVA R.: Honor Roll 10,12; Choir 10; Medical Club 10; Library Asst. 10; Hi-Y 11,12. JAMES, DONNA: Medical Club 10,11; Civinettes 10,11; Honor Roll 10,11; Spanish Club 11,12; H.R. Officer 11; Gleeful Gerties 11; Junior Marshal 11; Pep Club 12; Office Asst. 12; Superlative 12; Homecoming Court 12; AQUILA, Managing Editor 12. JENKINS, PAT: Y-Teens 10,11; Student Council Alternate 1 0; Pep Club 1 2; Junior Achievement 1 2; Red Cross Rep. 1 2. JOHNSON, BOBBY: Cheerful Charlies 10,11; Jr. Jaycees 11; AQUILA 11,12; H R. Officer 11; Honor Roll 11,12; Jr. Exchange Club 12. JOHNSON, EVA: Spanish Club 10,11; H.R. Officer 10; Of¬ fice Asst. 12; Red Cross Rep. 12; Jr. Jaycettes 10; Library Asst. 1 1. JOHNSON, HAROLD: Track 10; Choir 10; Baseball 10; Traffic Squad 12. JOHNSON, LYNN: Red Cross Rep. 10; H.R. Officer 10,11; Student Council 10; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Gleeful Gerties 10; Library Asst. 11; FHA 12; Sec ' y 12; AQUILA 12; Superlative 12. JOHNSON, REID: Jr. Jaycees 10,11,12; Bus Driver 11,12; Inter-Club Council 12. JOHNSON, SHEILA: Chorus 10; Honor Roll 10,11,12; H.R. Officer 10; Civinettes 10,11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 1 1,12; Gleeful Gerties 11; Choir and Ensemble 11,12. JONES, GLENDA: Choir 10; Library Club 10,12; Junior Jay¬ cettes 10,1 1,12; Gleeful Gerties 1 1; AQUILA 1 1,12; Honor Roll 12; Prometheans 12. JONES, MARVIN: JONES, PHILLIP T.: Honor Roll 10; Cheerful Charlies 11; Hi-Y 11,12; Prometheans 12; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 12; Ed. Asst. AQUILA 12. JONES, PHIL W.: Cheerful Charlies 10,11; AQUILA Photo¬ grapher 11,12; Key Club 11,12; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 11, 12; Prometheans 11,12. JONES, STEVE: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Pres. 12; Am¬ bassadors 11,12; Ensemble 11,12; Band 10,11,12; Drum Major 10,11,12; Basketball 10,11; Golf Team 11; Traffic Senior Talent Show A Huge Success HARRIS, MARSHA: GAA 10; Basketball Team 10; Volley Ball Team 10; COP 12; Honor Roll 12. HATCHER, DANIEL: DECA Club 12. HEATH, MARTHA: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; H.R. Officer 10,11; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Student Council 11, Treas. 12; Guidance Aid 10,12; Office Asst. 11; Red Cross Rep. 11; Jaycettes 12, Pres. 12. HENDERSON, HENRY: ICT 12. HENDERSON, LARRY: Jr. Civitans 10,11; H(-Y 11,12; Beautification Committee 11,12; Pep Club 11,12; Golf Team 11,12; Senior Float. HENSLEY, KERRY: Key Club 10,11; Chorus 10; Choir 11, 12, V. Pres. 12. HERNDON, MARTHA: Red Cross Rep. 11. HILDRETH, DORA JEAN: COP 12. HILL, JOSEPH EDWARD: Football 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10,1 1,12; Boy ' s Chorus 12. HINNANT, JODY: Library Asst. 12; COP. HODGIN, J. P.: HOLDEN, JANICE: VIC Club 12. HOLLOMAN, LINDA: Medical Club 1 0,1 1; Civinettes 10,11; Honor Roll 10,12; YFC 10,11,12; Officer 10; H.R. Officer 10; Pep Club 12; French Club 11; Gleeful Gerties 11; AQUILA 11,12; Class Ed. 12; Office Asst. 12. HORNE, MARGARET: HOWERTON, STEVE: Hi-Y 10,11,12; Sgt.-at-Arms 10; V. Pres. 11; Pres. 12; Spanish Club 11,12; Traffic Squad 11, 12; Bus Driver 11,12; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; Inter- Club Council 12; AQUILA 11, Sports Editor 12. HUCKABEE, KENNETH: HUFFMAN, ELAINE: Jaycettes 10,11,12; Library Club 11, 12; H.R. Pres. 10; Gleeful Gerties 11; Pep Club 12. HULON, PEGGY: Latin Award 10; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Anchor Club 11; COP 12. HUTCHINS, HUBERT: Chief 12; Monogram Club 10,11,12; French Club 12; H.R. Officer 10. KELLY, MIKE: Baseball 10,11,12; Monogr am Club 10,11, 12; Treas. 12; Hi-Y 11; Homecoming Escort 11,12; Span¬ ish Club 12; Jr. Class Pres. 11; Key Club 12. KENDRICK, DIANE: Phys. Ed. Asst. 10; Intramural Rep. 10; Spanish Club 11,12; Jr. Woman ' s Club 11; H.R. Officer 1 1; YCCA 1 2. KERR, JOE: Key Club 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10,11,12; Football 10,11,12; Band 10,11,12; Wrestling 10,11,12; Bus Driver 1 1,12; Traffic Squad 12; Senior Float. KEY, SANDRA: Civinettes 10; H.R. Officer 10; Red Cross 1 1. KIDD, JERRY: Band 10,11,12; Spanish 11,12; AQUILA 12; Marching Band 10,11,12. KINCAID, STEPHEN: DE 12. LANDRETH, LOIS: Red Cross 11; Intramurals 11; Phy. Ed. Asst. 12; Pep Club 12; D.E. 12. LANDRETH, PAULA: Choir 11,12. LA ROACH, DAVID: Jr. Civitian 10,11,12; Science Club 11 , 12 . LARSON, SARA: FTA 11,12; Anchor Club 11,12, Officer 12; Library Club 10,11; Prometheans 12; Inter-Scholastic Art Award 12; A rt Editor AQUILA 12; Senior Float. LAUGHLIN, SUSAN: Phys. Ed. Asst. 11; COP 12. LENINS, JOE: Football 10,11,12; Wrestling 10,11,12; Track 1 0,1 1,1 2; Hi-Y 1 0,11,1 2; Monogram 1 0,1 1,1 2; Bus Driver 10,1 1 , 12 . LEONARD, CHARLES: Hi-Y 10,11,12; Band 10,11,12. LEONARD, LARRY: LEWIS, ELAINE: Dean ' s Asst. 1 0,1 1,1 2; Prometheans 1 1,12; Nat ' l Thespian Soc. 12; Red Cross 11; Civinettes 12. LEWIS, LARRY: H.R. Officer 10; Monogram 10,11; Key Club 10,11,12; EAGLE EYE 12; Baseball 10,11; Library Club 10; Spanish Club 11,12. LEWIS, SUSAN: Student Council 10; H.R. Officer 1 0; COP 12. 212 LILLY, HARRY: LINNEY, RAY: Football 10,11,12; Basketball 10; Mono¬ gram 10,11,12; Track 11; Choir 12. LOCKLEAR, DAVID: LOCKLEAR, FAYE: LOOKABILL, BETTY: Medical Club 12, LOWE, CAROLYN: AQUILA 10; Office Asst. 10,11,12; COP 12; Red Cross 11; H.R. Officer 10,11. LOWE, MIKE: Football 10,11,12; Monogram 10,11,12. MARSH, LARRY: MAYNARD, GLENDA: Basketball 11; COP 12. MAYNOR, DARLENE: H.R. Sec. 10; Library Staff 10,11; Medical Club 1 1; COP 12. McCLINTOCK, SHIRLEY: GAA 10,12; Varsity Sports 10,11, 12; FTA 11,12; Marching Band 10,11,12. McCORMICK, FREDDIE: Nad Honor Society 10,11,12; Sophomore Class Pres. 10; H.R. Officer 10,11,12; YRC 10; Junior Marshal 11; History Award, Woodmen of World, 11; Student Council Pres. 12; Superlative 12; Youth-of-the-Month 12; Morehead Scholarship Nominee 12 . McDANIEL, DENISE: FHA, Historian 11,12; Medical Club 11; Spanish 12; U.I.C.A. Editor 12. McDANIEL, LINDA: Band 10; Marching Band 11; Orchestra 10,11; Jaycettes 10,11,12; Y-Teens, Sec. 10-11; Major¬ ettes 12; H.R. Pres. 10; Honor Roll 11; Special Honor Roll 1 1,12. McGEE, LINDA: YFC 11; COP 12. McGEHEE, SANDRA: Red Cross Rep. 10; Intramurals 11; Choir 12. McKEITHAN, TOMMY: AQUILA 10; Jr. Exchange 10,11, 12; J.V. Football 11,12; EAGLE EYE 12; Spanish Club 12; Pep Club 12; Senior Float. McKENNEY, ERNIE: Varsity Basketball 11; Key Club 12. McMANUS, DON: Marching Band 1 0,1 1,1 2; Band 10,11,12; Orchestra 10,11; Bus Driver 11,12; French Club 10; H.R. Officer 10. MEELER, PHIL: Football 10; Basketball 10,11,12; Base¬ ball 11,12; Monogram Club 10,11,12. MELTON, LINDA: Library Club 10,11; EAGLE EYE 11,12; Y-Teens 11; Prometheans 12. MILLS, JUDY: FHA 11,12; Medical Club 11. MOORE, DALE: Bus Driver 11,12. MOORE, DAVID: Jr. Civitans 10,11,12; AQUILA Photo¬ graphy Ed. 10,11,12; AQUILA Honors Award 11; Super¬ lative 12; Honor Roll 10,12. MOORE, SHERRY: GAA 11; Gleeful Gerties 11; Softball 11. MOORE, TERRY: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12. MORTON, BOBBIE: Jaycettes 10,11,12; Majorette 10,11; Head Majorette 12; Honor Roll 1 1; French Club 12; Super¬ lative 12; Homecoming Court 12; V. Pres, of Senior Class; Band 10,11,12. MUNGO, WAYNE: J.V. Basketball 10,11; Track 10,11; H.R. Treas. 10; H.R. V. Pres. 11. NEAL, CATHY: Civinettes 10,1 1,12; Spanish Club 1 1; Treas. 12; Medical Club 11, V. Pres. 12; Chorus 10; Choir 11; Dean ' s Asst. 10; Guidance Asst. 11; Honor Roll 10,12. NEIMAN, MICHAEL: NEWNAM, CRAIG: Football 10,11,12. NOAH, JOY: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Spanish Club 10,11; H.R. V. Pres. 10, Band 10; H.R. Treas. 12; Homecoming Court 12. NODTVEDT, PAULA: Special Honor Roll 10; Honor Roll 11, 12; Nat ' l Honor Society 10,11,12; Choir 10; Homeroom Sec ' y 10; Intramurals 10; French Club Pres. 11; French Club 12; Gleeful Gerties 11; FHA 11,12; Anchor Club 11,12; YRC V. Pres. 12; Vice-Chairman of Beautification Committee 12. NOEL, ESSEX: J.V. Basketball 11; Varsity Basketball 12; Bus Driver 12. NORMAN, DIANE: Medical Club 10; Sec ' y and Reporter 12; Honor Roll 10,11,12; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; Library Club 10,11; Library Asst. 10,11; YCCA 12; Pep Club Sec ' y and Treas. 12; Y-Teens 11; Inter-Club Council 11; Gate City Sub-Juniors 12; Superlative 12. OAKLEY, ROY LEE: Bus Driver 11,12. OLDHAM, LYNN: Musettes 10,11,12; Chorus 10; Choir 11, 12; Ensemble 11,12; EAGLE EYE 12; Gleeful Gerties 11, 12; FHA V. Pres. 11,12. OLIVER, TOMMY: DECA 11,12. OSBORNE, TED: Hi-Y 11. OSBORNE, MARIE: H.R. Officer 10; YRC 10,11,12; Medi¬ cal Club 10; French 10,11; Office Asst. 10,11; Home Economics Award 10; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; FHA Pres. 1 1,12; Musettes 12; Gleeful Gerties 1 1; Inter-Club Council 11,12; Honor Roll 12; COP 12. OVERLY, BETTY: OVERLY, NANCY: OVERMAN, SHARON: Executive Board 12; Gate City Sub- Juniors 11; V. Pres. 12; Cheerleader 11; Head Cheer¬ leader 12; Cheerleader Award 11; Honor Roll 11,12; Superlative 12. OWENS, LEE: H.R. Officer 10,11; Jr. Civitans Sec ' y 10; Jr. Civitans 11,12; J.V. Basketball 10; Varsity Basketball 11,12; Monogram Club 11,12; Red Cross Rep. 10; Office Asst. 10; Varsity Golf 11,12; Golf Award 11; Honor Roll 11; Cross Country 12; Pep Club 12. OWENS, LINDA: Student Council 10; Red Cross Rep. 10; Jr. Civinettes 10,11; Pres. 12; YRC 11; Chairman 12; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12. PAGE, CARLA: Chorus 10; Choir 11. PAINTER, STEVE: DECA Club 11, Chairman Fund Raising Committee 12; H.R. V. Pres. 11. PARKER, LARRY: Band 10,11,12; Orchestra 11,12; March¬ ing Band 10,11,12; Bus Driver 11; Hi-Y 11. PARKS, TIM: PARRISH, JERRY: Jr. Jaycees 1 0,1 1,1 2; Chaplain 1 1; Treas. 12; All-State Workshop Orchestra 10,11; Orchestra 10,11, 12; Librarian 10,11,12; Audio System for School Programs 12 . PARRISH, SARAH: H.R. Officer 10,11,12; Office Asst. 10, 11,12; Jr. Jaycettes 1 0,11; V. Pres. 1 2; Honor Roll 1 0,1 1, 12; Chorus 10; Spanish Club 1 1; V. Pres. 12; Choir 11,12; Treas. 12; Ensemble 11,12; Sextet 12; Superlative 12; Homecoming Court 12; Musettes 12; Treas. Senior Class; Senior Float. PATTON, JAMES: Baseball 11. PEER, CHRIS: Jr. Jaycettes 10,12; Dean ' s Asst. 10; H.R, Officer 10,1 1; GAA 10,1 1; V. Pres. 1 1; Honor Roll 10,12; Thespians 11,12; Student Council 11,12; YCCA 11, Execu¬ tive Board 12; Debate Team 11,12; Guidance Rep. 11; AQUILA 12; Medical Club 11; Toastmaster ' s Club 11,12; Speech Contest 1 1. PICKLE, PATSY: Chorus 11; FBLA 11. PIERCE, LINDA: PIERMAN, DONALD: VIC Club 11,12. PITTS, FRED: DECA Club 11,12. POPE, LINDA: Guidance Asst. 10; Library Asst. 12. RAINES, LARRY: Jr. Jaycees 10; Varsity Football II. RAMSEY, LINDA: GAA 10; French Club 10,11; YFC 11; FTA 11; Newspaper Staff 11; FBLA 11; Civinettes 11; AQUILA Staff 12; Honor Roll 12; Prometheans 12. RAYLE, RICK: Library Club 10; Jr. Civitans 10,11,12; Golf Team 11; Senior Float; Traffic Squad 10,11; Youth Jury 10,11,12; Pres. Pep Club 12; Monogram 12; Beautifi¬ cation Committee 12. REGAN, CAROL: U.N. Speech Winner; City Speech Winner; Toastmaster ' s Club; Prometheans 11,12; AQUILA 11,12. RICHMOND, ANDRAE: ROACH, BOBBY: Prometheans 1 1. ROBERTSON, JIMMY: Jr. Exchange 11,12; Sec ' y 11. •• I 213 Old faithful! was faithful to the last. ROBINSON, CAROL: Student Council 10,11; YRC Treas. 11; DE 12; Y-Teens 10; Varsity Sports 10; AQUILA 10; Honor Roll 10,11,12; YCCA 11; Managing Editor Teen- Age Record 1 1; Prometheans 1 1. ROUTH, LINDA: RUSH, GAIL: Jr. Joycettes 10; Y-Teens 10; Choir 10,11; Jr. Red Cross 10,11; COP 12. SAUNDERS, ROBERT: Science Club 12; French Club 11. SANDFORD, REID: Track 10; Swimming 11,12. SANDFORD, SHARON: Jr. Red Cross 10,11,12; FTA 12; GAA 12. SARRA, KATHY: Choir 12; Ensemble 12. SCARBERRY, FREDDY: SCHUMACHER, SUSAN: Civinettes 10,11; Spanish Club 11, 12; VIC Club Pres. 12; Intramural Sports 11. SEAL, WILLIAM: SEBASTIAN, KATHY: Jr. Jaycette 10,11,12; Treas. 12; VIC 12; Spanish Club 11,12; Intramural Sports 11; Dean ' s Asst. 11; ICT 12. SEIGO, JEANNE: SETZER, GERALD: AQUILA 12; Office Asst. 12; Jr. Ex¬ change 1 0,1 1,12. SEELS, LINDA: SHELTON, ELAINE: Science Club 11; V. Pres. 12; Red Cross 12; Intramurals 11; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; Science Roundtable 12. SHERRILL, HARRY: Swimming 11; Monogram 11,12; Pep Club 12; Beautification Committee 11. SHUMAKER, SANDRA: SIMMONS, GEORGE: SIMMONS, PATRICIA: Choir 11,12; Chorus 10; Ensemble 11,12; Honor Roll 11,12; Student Council 10,11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 10; FTA 11,12; Sub-Junior Woman ' s Club 12. SIMPSON, NORMA: Honor Roll 10; H.R. Pres. 11; Home¬ coming court 11,12; Spanish Club V. Pres. 11; Anchor Club 12. SIMPSON, PAUL: Glee Club 10; Golf Team 11; Baseball 1 1. SKINNER, TOMMY: Civitan 10,11,12; H.R. Officer 10; Monogram Club 1 1; Swimming Team 1 1,12; Cross Country 1 1 . SLAWTER, CAROL: Civinettes 10,11,12; H.R. Officer 10; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; Honor Roil 10,11,12; YCCA 11; Spanish Club i 1; Pres. 12; Dean ' s Asst. 10; Cheer¬ leader 12; Student Council 12; AQUILA 12. SMITH, DAVID: Latin Club 10; Bus Driver 11,12. SMITH, EDWARD: Wrestling 10; Track 11. SMITH, HARLEN: Track 10; Band 10,11,12; Sec ' y 10; V. Pres. 11, Pres. 12; Marching Band 11,12; Science Roundtable 10,11; Band Merit Award 11; Hi-Y 10; Jr. Achievement 12. SMITH, HERBERT: SMITH, JAMES: Monogram Club 11; Swimming Team 11, 12; Prometheans 11. SMITH, BOB: Associate Member F.O.T.C. 10,11,12; AQUILA 12; Jr. Achievement 12. SOLLOWAY, PHIL: SOUTHERN: KENNETH: Chorus 11; Choir 12. SPRINKLE, JANICE: Choir 10,11,12; Civinettes 12; Dean ' s Asst. 12; Musettes 12. STANLEY, NEAL: VIC Club 11. STAUDINGER, CLIFF: Concert Band 10,11; Wrestling 10, 11,12; Monogram Club 10,11,12; Marching Band 11. STEPHENSON, LINDY: Football 10,11,12; Key Club 10,11; Medical Club 10; YRC 10,11,12; Speech Contest 10,11; Honor Roll 10,12; Student Council 11; Pres, of Junior Class; YCCA 11; Superlative 12; Baseball 10,11,12. STOUT, JOHN: STROTHER, CLINTON: SUITS, DOUG: Bus Driver 10,11,12; Jr. Exchange Club 10; Hi-Y Club 11, Chaplain 12. SUITS, JUDY: COP 12. SUMMERS, PATSY: H.R. Officer 10,11,12; Anchor Club 11; ICT 12; VIC Club 12; FHA 11,12; Jr. Red Cross 11. SWANN, RONALD: French Club 11,12; J.V. Football 11. SWIFT, SHERRY: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Honor Roll 10, 11,12; Medical Club 11; Jr. Red Cross 11. TAYLOR, SUSAN: Civinettes 10,11,12; FHA Program Com¬ mittee Chairman 11,12; VIC Club 12; ICT 12. THIGPEN, LAURA: H.R. Sec ' y 10,11; Spanish Club 11; Senior Rep. Teenage Record. THOMPSON, DARYL: Office Asst. 12. THORNTON, CATHY: TILLEY, THERESA: Civinettes 10,11; Treas. 12; Red Cross Art Award 1 0; Most Outstanding Art Student Award; Art Asst. 12; Guidance Asst. 11; FHA 12. TROXLER, GARRY: Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Ensemble 11, 12; Ambassadors 11,12; Basketball 10; Track 10,12. TROY, DIANE: H.R. Pres. 10; Honor Society 10,11,12; Gate City Sub-Juniors Pres. 11,12; Student Council 11,12; Beautification Committee Chairman 12; Homecoming Court 12; Superlative 12; D.A.R. Good Citizen 12. TUCKER, BOBBY: Sports Publicity Chairman 10,11,12; Pro¬ metheans 10; Civitan Club 10, V. Pres. 11, Pres. 12; Thespian Society Pres. 11; Thespians 12; Pep Club V. Pres. 12; Office Asst. 11,12; H.R. Treas. 11; Superlative 12 . TURNER, CHRIS: Band 10,11,12; Orchestra 10,11,12; Dance Band 11,12; All-State Band 11,12; French Club 1 1,12; Bus Driver 12. TURNER, GAYLE: Student Council 10,12; YCCA 10,11; Civinettes 10,11,12; Honor Society 10,11, Pres. 12; Spanish Club 11; Highest Scholastic Achievement Award 11; Beautification Committee 12; Superlative 12; Home¬ coming Court 1 2. TYLER, HERBERT: Honor Roll 12. WAGONER, CYNTHIA: WAGONER, ESTHER: Library Club 10,11. WAGONER, JAMES: WALKER, ANDREA: 214 Sharon Overman tries to do away with Hillsborough ' s mascot. WILLIAMS, LESLIE: Debate Team 10,11; AQUILA 10,11; Red Cross 11,12; Jr. Women ' s Officer 11; Honor Roll 11,12; Prometheons 11; Spanish Club 11; Homeroom Of¬ ficer 11; Inter-Club Council 11; DECA Club Officer 12. WILLIAMS, NANCY: Sub-Junior Woman ' s Club 11; C.O.P. 12 . WILLIAMS, TERESA: Homeroom Officer 10,11; Guidance Office 10; Anchor Club 11; Bus Driver 11; Homecoming Court 11; Homecoming Queen 12. WILLIAMSON, GENE: WILLIAMSON, JOYCE: WILLIS, CONRAD: Track 11; Swimming Team 11,12; Mono¬ gram 12. WILLIS, PATTY: Civinettes 10,11,12; Red Cross Officer 11,12; Junior Marshal; Homecoming Court 12. WILSON, CLAY: Monogram Club 10,11,12; Footbal l 10,11; AQUILA 12. WITCHEY, SUSAN: Jr. Jaycettes 10,11; Junior Achievement 12 . WOOD, DAVID: Bus Driver 12; Thespians 12. WOODARD, BONNA: Office Asst. 10; FTA 10,11; FHA 10; Newspaper Staff 11,12; Repretory Club 11; Anchor Club 12; AQUILA 12; Red Cross 12. WRIGHT, BILL: Bus Driver 11,12. WYRICK, GARY: Key Club 10,11,12; Officer 12; H R. Offi¬ cer 10,12; Science Round Table 11; Drafting Award 11; Junior Marshal; Homecoming Escort 12. YASKIEWICZ, RICHARD: Key Club 10,11,12; Workshop Orchestra 10; All-State Orchestra 11; DECA Club 12. WALKER, RUSSELL: Jr. Exchange Club 10; DECA Club Treas 12 . WEBB, LINDA: FTA 10,11; FHA 10,11; YFC 10,11; Office Asst. 10; Pep Club 10; Chorus 10,11; Track 10; News¬ paper Staff 10,11; Repretory Club II; FBLA 11; Science Club 10; AQUILA 12. WELCH, DONALD: Publicity Chairman of DECA Club 12. WELCH, PAUL: Jr. Civitan Club 10,11,12; Monogram Club 10,11,12; Wrestling 10,11,12. WETMORE, GLORIA: Medical Club 10,1 1; Chorus 12; Library Club 11,12; Civinettes 10,11,12; Pep Club 10; ' EAGLE EYE 11,12; FHA 12. WHITAKER, GAIL: Intramural Basketball 10; Softball 11 WHITE, BRENDA: WHITE, DONALD: WHITE, PAUL: Wrestling 11; Band 10,11,12; Marching Band 10,11,12; Jr. Jaycees 10; Monogram 10,11,12; Spanish Club 12. WHITLEY, JUDY: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; AQUILA 10,11,12; GAA 10,11,12; Debate Team 10,11, Co-captain 12; Pep Club 11,12; Jr. Jaycettes 10,11, Sec ' y 12; Varsity Sports 10,11,12; Varsity Cheer¬ leader 12; Junior Class Treas. II; H.R. Officer 11; YFC 11,12; Gym Asst. 11,12; Traffic Squad 11; Homeroom Intramurals Chairman 10; Fire Patrol 12; Gleeful Gerties 1 1 . WHITESELL, NELSON: Band 10,11; Hi-Y Club 10,11, Sgt.- at-arms 12; Bus Driver 11,12; Office Asst. 12; Spanish Club 12; Traffic Squad 12. WHITTED, JANICE: WIGGS, JAMES: Honor Roll 10,11,12; Band Council 10,11, 12; Key Club 10,11, Pres. 12; Nat ' l Honor Society 11,12; Band 10,11,12, V. Pres. 10, Pres, 11; Orchestra Council 11,12; YFC 11,12; Marching Band 11,12; Junior Marshal 11, Homeroom Pres. 11, V. Pres. 12; All-State Workshop Orchestra 11; All-State Concert Orchestra 12; Inter-Club Council V. Pres. 12. WILLIAMS, AMANDA: Student Council Rep. 10,11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 1 0,1 1,1 2; Homeroom Officer 1 0,1 1; Red Cross Council 1 0; Jr. Women ' s Club 1 1. WILLIAMS, DAPHNE: WILLIAMS, DOUGLAS: J.V. Football 11. WILLIAMS, DUBOIS: Basketball 10,11. WILLIAMS, HAROLD: Concert Band 10,11; DE Club 12. WILLIAMS, KAREN: Spanish Club 11; Civinettes 12; Red Cross 12; Superlative 12; Homecoming Court 12. WILLIAMS, KATHY: Library 10,11; Chorus 10; Choir 11,12; Medical Club 10; Anchor Club 11,12; Dean ' s Asst. 12. Dave Moore, AQUILA Photography Editor, gets snapped for a change. 215 The End Is Really Only A Beginning . . . A year slips by ... a year of progress ... a year of action . . . We qo our separate ways and for a while the action hangs suspended . . . But progress never stops and memories never fade . . . These are the things we ' ll remember . . . these are part of our progress . . . physically, mentally, spiritually . . . and these have become part of us . . . The whole is the sum of its many parts . . . our lives are made whole by the many experiences in an environment of progress in action . . . We 90 our separate ways . . . The action hangs suspended . . . These Are The Things We ll Remember . . Baseball practice in spring . . . Watching us grow . . . Those caps and gowns . . . Familiar sights . . . . . . the leaning post . . . . . . the light in the hall . . . . . . the end of the day . . . Familiar faces . . . in the Commons . . . . . . around the building . . . . . . at the games . . . 219 A-l Blind Company A-l Curb Market A V Mobile Homes Acme Printing Company Air Products Chemicals, Inc. Alexander Motors of Greensboro All State Industries Allen Displays, Inc. Allen Furniture Boat Co. Allred ' s Service Station and Grocery American Agriculture Chemical Co. American Bakeries Company Amos Insurance Agency, Inc. Anderson Insurance Agency Anderson Realty Company Appliance T.V. Center Arnold Vault Company Art Specialty Shop Aspden Associates Atlantic Office Supply Co. Atlas Fence Window Co. Austin-Berryhill, Inc. Fred Ayers Music Company B H Grocery Banner-Trulove Company Baldwin-Garrett Company Bamby Bakers, Inc. Bank of Gibsonville Barbee Agency Barth ' s Men ' s Shop Bartlett Funeral Home Belk ' s Department Store Ben ' s Gar age Bennett Sales Corporation Beroth Realty Company Berry Coal Oil Company Bessemer Improvement Co. Best Street Superette Biff-Burger Binswanger Glass Co., Inc. Bishop Block Barber Shop Black Cadillac-Olds, Inc. Blackwood Realty Company Blue Bell, Incorporated Blue Gem Manufacturing Co. Bo Teeter ' s Gulf Service Station Bonanza Sirloin Pit Bonitz Insulation Company Tom Boone, Tailors and Formals Boone Soda Shop Borden Company Boren Clay Products Company Bowman Greeson Variety Store Bowman ' s Florist B. C. Boyles, Jr., General Contractor Brady Sales Service, Inc. Breedlove Radiator Service Brewer Paint Wallpaper Company Bride ' s Formal Dresses, Inc. Bridge ' s Furniture Company Brinsfield Lincoln-Mercury George C. Brown Co., Inc. Brown-Gardiner Drug Co., Inc. Brownhill ' s Bruce-Terminix Company Buchanan Esso Service Bullock Humble, Inc. Burke ' s Ben Franklin Store Burkes Department Store Burlington Industries, Inc. Burnette ' s Cleaners Bus Station Barber Shop D. H. Butcher, D.D.S. Dr. Luther H. Butler Calco Distributors, Inc. Callender ' s Flooring Co. Canter Electric Company Carl ' s Esso Service Carolina Fabric Label Corp. Carolina Quality Block Co. Carolina Steel Corporation Central Oil Company Choo-Choo Justice Insurance Agency A. B. Christopher Plumbing Co. Cinderella Cleaners, Inc. Cinema Theatre City ' 66 Service Station City Rambler Company Clendenin, Wrenn Kirkman H. L. Coble Construction Co. Coble Plumbing Heating Co. Coble Sporting Goods Co., Inc. Cochran Restaurant Equipment Co. Coliseum Motel Coliseum Sunoco The College Shop Collson-Murray Company Colon ' s Grocery Colonial Stores, Inc. Columbia Laundry Co., Inc. Community Barber Shop Community Funeral Home Community Heating Plumbing Co. Cone Mills Corporation Contessa, Ltd. Corrugated Specialties, Inc. Crawford Company, Insurance Crescent Electric Supply Corporation Crutchfield-Browning Drug Store Curtis Packing Company Dale Carnegie Courses Daniel Construction Co. of North Carolina Daniel Taxi Company Daphne ' s Beauty Shop Davis Barber Shop George D. Davis, C.L.U. SPONSORS 220 D S Atlantic Tire Sales Deal Printing Co., Inc. Dees Equipment Company Delta Construction Company Demps Saw Tool Company Deno ' s DeSota Chemical Coatings, Inc. Dick ' s Ice Cream Company Dillard Paper Company Direct, Inc. Dixie Belle Textiles, Inc. Dixie Machine Tool Company Dixie Sales Company Dow Corning Corporation Duke Power Company Dwight Charlie ' s Drive-In M. L. Eakes, Inc. Eckerd ' s Drugs Edmonds Drug, Inc. Ellis Beauty Shoppe The Ellison Company Engineered Plastics, Inc. John Etchison ' s Service Station Ethel ' s Bake Shop W. F. 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Garland Hutchins Hy-Way Cottage Ice Delivery Company Industrial Plastics, Inc. Industrial Truck Sales Service, Inc. Ireland ' s Service Station Jack Tom ' s Grocery Jay ' s Fine Foods Jefferson Realty Insurance Co. Jefferson Standard Life Insurance Co. Jefferson Standard—Greensboro Agency Jessup Company 221 Johnson Aulbert Clothing Company Johnston ' s Grocery Journey ' s End Motel Julian Recreation Center K W Cabinet Shop K W Cafeteria of Greensboro, Inc. Ka ley ' s Kavanagh-Smith Company Kay Jewelers Harry D. Kellett, Inc. King Music Company King-Zane Pontiac Kinney-Keesee Office Supply, Inc. Kirk ' s Sineath Motor Company Knight Products Company S. H. Kress Company Kriegsman ' s, Inc. Kyle ' s Friendly Service Station Lambert ' s Barbecue Drive-In Lambeth Construction Company Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Home Lane Rexall Drug Store Lane ' s Laundry S. La Rose, Inc. Gene Lash ley. Incorporated Laurie ' s, Inc. Lee Lee, Attorneys H. D. Lee Grocery Esso W. Glenn Lewis, M.D. F. D. 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Ravenel, M.D. Ready-Mixed Concrete Company Remco Supply, Inc. The Remnant Shop Rierson Welding Service John Robbins Motor Company Ronette ' s Fabrics Ross Jewelers L. W. Routh Construction Company Ruby Lee Beauty Shop 222 Ruby ' s Beauty Shop Rucker Wholesale Company Ruffin Ruffin Realty Company S F Battery Sales S W Motor Lines, Inc. Sachs Shoe Store, Inc. Saferight ' s Self-Service Grocery Sampson ' s Pharmacy Sands Vending Machine Service Saslow ' s Jewelry Store Scott ' s Beauty Salon Scruggs Florist Sealtest Foods Division of National Dairy Products Corp. The Selectrocom Corporation Senn, Willard Senn Service Barber Shop Service Dry Cleaners Settlemyre Used Cars 6- 12 Curb Market 7- Day Super Market Sasser ' s Garage Schenck Company Shamrock Corporation Shoffner ' s General Merchandise Shoffner ' s Radio T.V. Showfety ' s, Inc. Siler ' s Lonnie E. Simpson The Slack Shop Ben L. Smith, Jr. Associates Don Smith Dry Cleaning O. 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Stokesdale Electric Company Stokesdale Milling Company Stout Construction Company Style-Craft Style-Knit, Inc. Summerfield Auto Parts Summit Furniture Company Sun Coal Seed Company Super Bi-Rite Markets Superior Stone Company Swain ' s Charcoal Steak House Swift Company—Poultry Plant T A Trucking Company Tate Cleaners John R. Taylor Company Terrell ' s Cabinet Shop Textile Loom Reed Co., Inc. Thalhimer ' s Thompson-Arthur Paving Co. Thornton Furniture Company Tickle Furniture Company Time Loan Finance Co., Inc. Toby ' s Drive Inn Tony ' s Pizza Town Country Gifts Traders Chevrolet Company Tri-City Trailer Repair Eulyss R. Troxler, M.D. Troxler Hosiery Co. Guy M. Turner, Inc. United Tire Supply Universal Travel Service Valley Park Grocery Vanstory Clothing Company Vaughn ' s Department Store Vestal ' s Florist Gifts Vickrey Brothers Construction Co. Village Flower Shop The Village Shoppe Wade ' s Dry Cleaning Company Wade ' s Jewelers Wagoner Tractor Equipment Co. Ward ' s Golden Gate Barber Service Waugh Motor Company Waynick Insurance Company WEAL, Inc. Welch Fuel Oil Company West Building Supply, Inc. Western Auto Supply Company Western Litho Plate Supply Company J. D. Wilkins Company Will ' s Book Store Williams Steel Co., Inc. Wilson-Pickett, Inc. Woods Furniture Company S. T. Wyrick Company Y.M.C.A. Yost Little Realty Insurance Co. Young ' s Landscape Service Younts-DeBoe Company Younts Printing Service Otto Zenke, Inc. 223 EPILOGUE This book has reflected the memories of the first graduating class to complete three full years at Ben L. Smith High School. We came as a new class to a new school, and we played an integral part in the outstanding progress which our Alma Mater has shown. When you review these pages, we hope we have left something for every¬ one. We hope it will remind you of important moments in a year of progress in action .. . 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