Biloxi High School - Indian Echo Yearbook (Biloxi, MS)

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Dreams of Gold Student s4 S xvi I n fifty years the Biloxi High yearbook has grown from a thin paperback book called the Crimson Quill into the Indian Echo we know today, a large hardbound book of over three-hundred pages. It has continued to improve each year as have Biloxi High and its stu- dents. This school year began with promises of being the best yet. The pursuit of distinction of Biloxi High stu- dents and faculty produced accom- plishments and merits for both. The Biloxi High Band returned to school bearing a superior rating from the Gulf Coast Marching Band Festival. The football and basketball cheer- leaders received superior ratings at their summer camps. The Indian Echo staff also returned from their summer camp with a superior rating. The JROTC won three first places and one third place at the Regional Competition in Montgomery. Five Biloxi High stu- dents were announced as National Merit Semi-finalists and one as a Na- tional Achievement Semi-finalist. A Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching was given to Karen Fayard for her outstanding teaching. Biloxi High's new principal, Dr. Tom Burnham, brought to the school many valuable ideas for aca- demic improvement. Learning centers were added to the curriculum this year to help students do their best on the Basic Skills Test. The first football game of the year was a 20 to 10 victory, boosting everyone's morale. These accomplishments only whet- ted Biloxi High's appetite for excel- lence. Students dream of better things for themselves and for Biloxi High. They want to outdo themselves and surpass all others. This Golden Anniversary edi- tion of the Indian Echo reflects the am- bitious attitude of Biloxi High students. Biloxi High will continue to excel be- cause its students will continue to fol- low their Dreams of Gold. ▲ Paul Pitalo daydreams during class. Perhaps, like many seniors, he is contemplating his future goals. ► The mastering of literacy skills in a learning center represents a personal victory for Marcus Hatham. 6 ▼ THEME

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Dedication Mr. Kenneth Deere P| olding the school together in a time of crisis takes responsibility; and in 1987 when the principal, Mr. Frank Sabbatini, died, Mr. Kenneth Deere took on that responsibility. Thanks to his effort, Biloxi High did not fall apart during that catastrophe. Mr. Deere, who is currently an As- sistant Principal at Biloxi High, has been associated with the Biloxi Public Schools since September, 1959. He has taught social studies, history, bi- ology, and chemistry at Biloxi High and has been an assistant principal at Biloxi High and Nichols Junior High. In 1987, he was acting principal from March until June. Mr. Deere has done much more for Biloxi High than to simply take on re- sponsibilities. He has taken the time to talk to the students about discipline, academics, and personal improvement in and out of school. He has contributed greatly to the development of the new programs at Biloxi High and to the im- provement of the school. Mr. Deere possesses competence and knowledgeability in his field of work ... is fair and impartial in the treatment of persons and recognizes the dignity of the individual, comments Mr. Walt Ewing, Director of Personnel. He con- tributes significantly to the total func- tioning of the school. He has definitely been an asset to Biloxi High. It is an honor to dedicate the 1988 Indian Echo to Mr. Kenneth Deere. A Mr. Deere is definitely a busy man. Working on a scheduling problem is one of the many re- sponsibilities he has at Biloxi High School. ◄ A man who shows confidence and pride in his work. Mr. Deere is a treasure to Biloxi High. DEDICATION T 5

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▼ Biloxi High's JROTC Drill Team and Color Guard have won numerous awards from each competition in which they have participated. BILOXI MUNICIPAL STADIUM BILOXI 20 2 DOWN 00 TO 60 UUUO am 1st» REBEL! i 10 QUARTERM BALL ON 0G A The Biloxi Municipal Stadium was the site of a dream come true as the Indians were victorious in the first football game of the year. ◄ Spirits were high as the first pep rally of the year inspired the student body. Chook Smith and Steve Tannehill really get into the spirit of the rally. THEME ▼ 7