Bland High School - Echo Yearbook (Bland, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1980 volume:

B SgVNMNQS AND R 3C CW0NS BLAND HIGH SCHOOL BLAND, VIRGINIA 24315 THE ECHO VOLUME 35 1980 ANDREA GORDON EDITOR In the beginning God created the Heaven and the earth. Genesis 1:1 START WHERE YOU STAND Start where you stand and never mind the past; The past won't help you in beginning new; If you have left it all behind at last Why. that’s enough, you're done with it, you’re through This is another chapter in the book; This is another race that you have planned; Don’t give the vanished days a backward look; Start where you stand. Berton Braley TABLE OF CONTENTS Student life..............................................................3 Seniors..................................................................10 Underclassmen............................................................24 Administration...........................................................36 Elementary...............................................................44 Organizations............................................................53 Academics ...............................................................65 A thletics ..............................................................73 Advertisements ..........................................................88 Index...................................................................112 2 Table of Contents Miss Bland County 3 Junior The Bland Junior-Senior Prom was held at the Holiday Inn, Wytheville. Va. on May 12. 1979 from 8 until 12 o'clock. The Theme, Too Much Heaven, was vividly illustrated by the class colors of blue and gold. Music was provided by Reggie Neel from 7-Q. Queen Vide King and King Buck Thompson Robin Umbarger. Monica Groseclose. and Andrea Gordon present class gift to sponsor Carolyn DeBord. 4 Junior-Senior Prom Senior Prom 1979 Jo Neel May Dance 1979 The Bland High School Band, spon- sored by Lynda Peak, held their May Dance on May 4, 1979. Patty Hylton, escorted by Mike Sarver, was crowned as the May Queen. Larry Newberry and Karen Hounshell Front Row: Mike Sarver, Patty Hylton. Second Row: Edwina Stowers. Marsha Agee. Lesa Harden. Anita Rankin. Back Row: Jerry Stowers. Tracy Hylton, Charlie Wolfe, Jerry Pauley Mike Sarver. Queen Patty Hylton crowned by Debbie Dillow May Dance 5 6 Student Life Miss Echo 1980 On September 28, 1979, the following students combined their talents to make the 1980 Miss Echo Day a success: Frank Smith, Becky McPeak, Wanda Bevil, Billy Talbert, Lisa Pruitt, Kimberly Kidd. Mark Woolwine, Joey Bane, Charity Young, Edwina Stowers, Paul Lucas, Shirley Wolfe, Mark Newberry, Roberta Young, Karen Harden, and Ila Conley. 8 Miss Echo Day Miss Echo 1980 Rhonda Ellison Candidates and Escorts: Phil Peery, Kaye Cox: Craig Hamilton. Mary Bowen: John Muncy. Rhonda Ellison: Mark Compton. Lora Groseclose: Jay Hoge. Anna Tate. Guitarist Frank Smith Kickoff Time for Class of 1980 Geraldine Faulkner-presideni. Anita Rankin-vice-president. Monica Groseclose-secretary, Michelle Graviey-lreasurer. John Michael Atwell Johnny David Campbell Bane Dave” Robert Timothy Baxley Timmy” Mary Elizabeth Bowen Mary” 10 Seniors Charles Greever Chandler Chuck Patricia Sue Chewning Pat Darlene Conley Darlene I la Anne Conley I la Geraldine Leigh Faulkner Geraldine Andrea Jane Gordon Annie Seniors It Michelle Charlene Gravley Shelly Monica Lee Groseclose Monica William Craig Hamilton Craig Terri Lynn Harden Terri James Douglas Harman James James Meek Hoge Jar Patricia Lee Holt Trish Eddie Darrell Hounshell Eddie James Franklin Miller James Clarence Kevin Neal Kevin William Theron Newberry Theron Joey Wayne Pauley Joey Seniors 13 Anita Lynn Rankin Anita” Frank Aaron Smith, Jr. Frank” Cindy Christine Umbarger Cindy” Robin Zadet Umbarger Robin” Tammy Lynn Umbarger Tammy Debbie Lynn Webb Debbie” 14 Seniors Donna Lee Webb Donna Kathryn Sue Wiley Kathryn Carla Kay Wolfe Carla” Ervin Dale Wright Ervin James Terry Wright Terry Samuel Kim Wright Kim BLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PO Box 416 Bland VA 24315 Seniors 15 Return to Our Beginnings Johnny Atwell David Bane Timmy Baxley Mary Bowen Chuck Chandler Patty Chewning Darlene Conley !la Conley Geraldine Faulkner Andrea Gordon Shelly Gravley Monica Groseclose Craig Hamilton Terri Harden James Harman Jay Hoge Trish Holt Eddie Hounshell James Miller Kevin Heal Theron Newberry Joey Pauley Anita Rankin Frank Smith Cindy Umbarger Robin Umbarger Tammy Umbarger Debbie and Donna Webb Kathryn Wiley Carla Wolfe Ervin Wright Kim Wright Terry Wright QUIETEST: Ervin Wright. Tammy Umharger. James Miller. Chuck Chandler. Reflective Memories Super people . . . chosen by the faculty ... ex- citement of being selected. . . only a seed that took root, grew, blossomed and bore fruit . . . friends grew, touched, smiled, and worked together . . . shared moments of joy, happiness, and sorrow . . . All of these are tucked away in the recesses of our minds to be brought forth at some future time. MOST ARTISTIC: David Bane 18 Superlatives CUTEST: Anita Rankin and Joey Pauley Memories of success Of days that long have gone Often give us courage When other hopes are flown. Memories of old friends Are very sacred, too. And sometimes we long for The friends that once we knew. Life is full of memories As time rolls on its way. And the present shall become A memory, loo, some day. —Virginia Oliver Lives of great men remind us We can make our lives sublime, And, departing, leave behind us Footprints on the sands of Time. —Longfellow MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED: Robin Umbarger and Monica Groseclose MOST DEPEN DA BLE: Eddie Baxley. Darlene Conley and Kevin Neal BEST DISPOSITION: Eddie Hounshell Superlatives 19 MOST SCHOOL SPIRITED: Pally Chewning and Terri Harden Reflected Accomplishments, Dreams, and Hopes Our journey, as if it had just begun. Drew to a close; A flicker of intelligence in our mind, Along with out memories, we left behind. Though thy name be spread abroad. Like winged seed, from shore to shore, What thou art before thy God, That thou art and nothing more. Before God's footstool to confess A poor soul knelt and bowed his head. “I failed, he wailed. The Master said, Thou did'st thy best — that is success. —Henry Coyle. MOST ATHLETIC: Andrea Gordon and Theron Newberry 20 Superlatives SWEETEST: Debbie Webb and Trish Holt BEST CRAFTSMEN: James Harman, Jay Hoge. John Atwell MOST STUDIOUS: Carla Wolfe. Shelly Ora vley. Kathryn Wiley Superlatives 21 Going up! David Tibbs and C. W. Havens Is the food really that bad? Renee Thompson and Colene Munsey SADIE HA WK NS DA Y FRONT ROW: Ha Conley. Susan Kegley. 2ND ROW Sarah Pruitt. Lisa Pruitt. Connie Nelson. Sue Smith. 3RD ROW: Winifred Foglesong. Charily Young. Gary Young. Debbie Dillow. Linda Ellison. Anita Stowers. Andrea Cassell. 4TH ROW: Debbie Atwell. Anna Tate. Lisa Wood. Tammy Cline. Rita Lambert. Mary Ann Cochran. Kaye Cox. BACK ROW: Roberta Young. Joey Crockett. Bobby Bane. Robert Farlow. Donna Dalton. the Past Jo Neel makes out” with the Fries Dummy! Sha-Na-Na?! Mike Sarver. Mark Compton. Mark Newberry. Todd Hoge. John Muncy. Marq Newberry It was bound to happen sooner or later! Bobby Bane We've tried to tell the School Board it really does get cold in here! Kathryn Wiley Turn back the clock! Lucy Muncy. Debbie Dillow, Geraldine Faulkner Share with us! Terri Harden. Ha Conley. Robin Um barger. Monica Groseclose Each Day is a New Beginning There is some quality which only a new class ring can possess ... a gleam of pure gold and glowing stone ... a gleam that symbolizes five years of happy beginnings and joyous reflections. Selling stick candy . . . voting on a theme and colors . . . planning . . . decorating . . . anxiously awaiting the night of the Junior-Senior Prom . . . choosing a formal. . . buying a corsage . . . renting a dinner jacket . . . The classes of 1979 and 1980 will forever remember these moments with wonder, amazement, and joy. Jon Braithwaite Charlie Brown Eleanor Bruce Darlene Bure ham Ricky Burcham Sue Catterton Pam Clemons Angela Dillow Debbie Dillow Rhonda Ellison Karen Harden Mark Harris Kathy Havens Patty Hylton Susan Kegley Ginger Kent Bobby Lambert Michael Mallory Dreama McPeak Roberta Morehead CLASS OFFICERS: TOP TO BOTTOM — Ginger Kent — president. Kim Townley — vice-president. Patty Hylton — secretary. Teresa Tolbert — treasurer. Susan Kegley — re- porter. 24 Juniors John Muncy Lucy Muncy Colene Munsey Allen Mustard Debbie Wright Sarah Wynn Roberta Young Jerri Owens Betty Parker Donald Pauley Phi! Peery Marilyn Penley Mary Pruett Lisa Pruitt Rita Pruitt Tim Richardson Chris Riddle Mike Sarver Margie Sheppard Randy Strock Tony Taylor Darrell Tibbs David Tibbs Teresa Tolbert Kim Townley Mary Etta Umbarger Shirley Wolfe Juniors 25 Life is made sweet. because of friends we have made. and the things which in common we share; We want to live on. not because of ourselves. But because of the people who care. It 's in giving and doing for somebody else — On that, all life's splendor depends . . . The joys of this life, when you've summed it ail up. Are found in the making of friends. Planning and decorating for the Sophomore Dance . . . selling at ball games . . . cutting up worms . . . getting sick from the smell of for- maldehyde . . . studying classroom Driver's Ed.. . successfully passing the test . . . and it's yours — The Learner's Permit . . . Tenth grade students become fascinated with locomotion — The Car! OFFICERS: BOTTOM TO TOP: Laura Gordon —president. Larry Newberry — vice-president. Sheri Tolbert — secretary. Karen Hounshell — treasurer. Ruth Shannon — reporter. Debbie Atwell Bobby Bane Joey Bane Richard Bartleson Sheila Carroll Jeff Cassell Dora Catterton Geneva Clark Gerald Clemons Mark Compton Sharon Conley Joey Crockett Norman Dillow Paul Dillow Rhonda Eller Bobby Fulford Laura Gordon Lucy Gray Lora Groseclose Jimmy Harper 26 Sophomores Counting Time is Not So Important as Making Time Count -James J. Walker Juanita Harris Chris Henderson Todd Hoge Karen Hounshell Bobby King Mark King Lisa King Becky Lambert Paul Lucas Pam Melvin Joy Miller Connie Millirons Carla Morehead Jamie Morehead Teresa Morehead Mark Mustard Jerry Mutter Jo Neel Danny Newberry Dawn Newberry Larry Newberry Mark Newberry Marquis Newberry Cliff Pauley Sophomores 27 Jerry Pauley Terri Price Sylvia Ramsey Johnny Sarver Ruth Shannon Tammy Smelser Stephani Stanley Edwina Stowers Thomas Stowers Vanessa Tabor Billy Talbert Dave Thomas Sheri Tolbert Mike Umbarger Rex Winesett Lisa Wood Chris Wright Eric Wright Rusty Wright Troy Wright Our journey has begun On a quest for a lifetime. Leaping into experiences, Unfolding before our eyes. 28 Sophomores CLASS OFFICERS: Tommy dark — treasurer, Wanda Bevil — president, Kim Kidd — vice-president, Valerie Lambert — secretary. The Beginning of Responsibility What's being a Freshman like? It’s finally being an upperclassman . . . spending lunch period catching up on homework . . . struggling . . . pressing forward . . . becoming involved at B.H.S. Marsha Agee Ricky Baker Charlie Bane Darrell Banes Jane Banes Wanda Bevil Tonnie Carver Tommy Clark Thomas Dillow James Farris Bobby Cordon Tammy Gravley Debbie Griffith Lechia Hager Joyce Harper Melissa Havens Freshmen 29 Kimberly Kidd Tony Lambert Valerie Lambert Becky Me Peak Larry Mutter Connie Nelson Brian Pauley Wendi Price Harvey Pruett Wallace Rankin Lisa Sarver Donna Shelton Elbert Shelton Anna Tate Todd Taylor Lonnie Thomas Tracey Walker Fred Williamson Mark Wool wine Cindy Wright Rita Wright It may be a long way to a goal, but it is never far to the next step toward the goal. 30 Freshmen Beginnings of Our High School Days Changing classes . . . trying to keep track of locker keys . . . dressing out for Phys. Ed. . . . selling flower bulbs . . . These things, and more, make up the beginning of high school for eighth graders. Individual interaction Buds into lasting friendships: Intellectual development Creates minds unsurpassed. CLASS OFFICERS: Cecil Compton — president, Kaye Cox — vice-president. Linda Ellison — secretary. Sue Smith — treasurer. Joyce Alexander Sonja Asbury Sandy Bane Lyn Banes Laymond Barger Arthur Bartleson Eddie Baxley Andrea Cassell Melanie Cassell Dee Dee Clemons Mary Clemons Melba Clemons Eighth Grade 31 Tammy Cline Mary Anne Cochran Cecil Compton Sherry Lynne Conley Kaye Cox Steve Cox Donna Dalton Alex Davis Eric Ellison Linda Ellison David Eller Jeff Fanning Douglas Farlow John Robert Farlow Winifred Foglesong Gordon Griffith Sammy Groseclose Mike Hall Kathy Hancock C.W. Havens Paige Henderson Tracy Hylton Kandy Kent Donna Lambert Rita Lambert Jeanie Mallory Chuckie McKinney Kathy Melvin Gary Miller Kathy Morehead Dawn Morehead Brian Mustard Paula Mustard Tim Neal Cecil Nelson 32 Eighth Grade Joey Newberry James Nunley Todd Parker Ricky Pruitt Sarah Pruitt Barbara Ramsey David Simmons Sharon Simmons Sue Smith Mike Smelser Robert Stanley Anita Stowers Donna Strock Renee Thompson Linda Tibbs Zina Tickle Sandra Tolbert Terry Umbarger Jeff Vineyard Sean Wood Bridget Wright Dwayne Wright Sheila Wright Wesley Wright Gary Young Have you heard the latest? Sharon Simmons and Kandy Kent Here I am, starling something new How do I act? What do I do? New faces, new places, actions, ideals Should I sit back and watch, or reach out and feel? look all around me. familiarity's gone. New worries appear with every new dawn. What’s the solution? I wish that I knew, The problems are many, the answers are few. Eighth Grade S3 PEP RALLY. FRONT ROW: Harvey Pruett, Jerry Pauley, Paul Dillow. Donald Pauley. Tim Neal. SECOND ROW: Zina Tickle, Thomas Dillow. Marq Newberry, Charlie Brown. Randy Strock, Danny Newberry. Terry Urn- barger, Jeff Cassell. THIRD ROW: Anna Tate. Joyce Harper. Frank Smith. Norman Dillow, John Muncy. Larry Newberry, Todd Hoge. Phil Peery. BACK ROW: Lisa Pruitt. Lisa King, Tammy Smelser, Shirley Wolfe, Cecil Compton. Gary Miller, Ricky Baker. Jimmy Harper. Mike Umbarger. Mark Newberry. Mark Compton, Mike Sar- ver. Beginnings of Memories Pep rallies . . . English reports . . . learning to handle a new instrument . . . walking that someone to class . . . opening a stacked locker . . . “holding up the walls” . . . These make up a few of the memories of school days. English reports bring students to the library — Marq Newberry. Lucy Gray. Dawn Newberry. John Atwell as he hurries to class! Mrs. Karen Green instructs LeAnna Mustard in proper instrument handling. Wendell Parker waits his turn. 34 Candids Dr. Maynard R. Joyce Division Superintendent Planning interesting inservice days for teachers . . . making decisions concerning snow days . . . getting a new budget accepted . . . finding person- nel replacements . . . coping with the energy crisis . . . approving field trips . . . keeping abreast of Federal programs . . . These are a few of the many problems dealt with by our Board of Education. Employees and members not pictured: Mr. David Sable — School Psychologist; Mrs. Sandra Um- barger — secretary; Mrs. Martha Perkins — secretary; Mr. Rex Morehead — Mechanicsburg. Chairman; Mr. Donald Pruett — Rocky Gap; Mr. Sheridan Foglesong — Sharon; Mrs. Nancy Tate — Seddon. A Successful School Year begins with the Board of Education Mr. Ronald A. Pauley Assistant Superintendent Clerk of the Board Mrs. Kay D. Kincer — Supervisor of Special Education; Mrs. Sally H. Hylton; Textbook Clerk. Secretary Mrs. Rose B. Bowen Board of Education J5 Class of 1980 Dedicates Yearbook to ECHO Sponsors The members of the class of 1980feel that our high school years were enriched by two very dedicated peo- ple, Mrs. Helen P. Hardy and Mrs. Elizabeth G. Newberry. We shall remember and appreciate their contributions to our educational training. Mrs. Helen P. Hardy retired on May of 1977 af- ter 35 years of teaching in her native county. Mrs. Hardy graduated from Radford College with a B.S. degree in Math and French. Her first year of teaching was spent at Ceres High School. The next year Mrs. Hardy came to Bland High School where she spent the remainder of her teaching career. In addition to her teaching duties, Mrs. Hardy sponsored numerous classes and clubs. At one point in her career Mrs. Hardy coached girls’ basketball. The highlights of Mrs. Hardy’s con- tributions to the students of Bland High School was her role as sponsor of The Echo. Mrs. Hardy sponsored the yearbook from 1951 through 1977. Mrs. Hardy was the first sponsor of the class of 1980. She sponsored the class from 1974 to 1977. Mrs. Elizabeth G. Newberry graduated from Pearisburg High School in 1953. She attended Radford College where she obtained a B.S. in Business Education in 1957 and an M.S. in Education in 1972. She and her husband. William, have two children, Theron, 18, and Dawn, 15. Her hobbies include reading, music, crafts, and painting. Mrs. Newberry was co-sponsor of The Echo in 1977, and upon the retirement of Mrs. Hardy in 1978, accepted full sponsorship of The Echo. Her dedication and patience has meant much to the 1980 Echo Staff. 36 Dedication These Are the Times That Try Men’s Souls — Thomas Paine Mr. Roger D. Thompson Principal Mr. Richard C. Havens Assistam Principal. Social Studies. Business Mrs. Carolyn B. Bane ICT Mr. Lawrence P. Bunyan Mathematics. Chemistry. Sociology. Government. Junior Class Sponsor Mr. Marvin Cantrell Biology. Phys. Ed.. Coach—Boys JV and Varsity Basketball, Girls Volleyball Mrs. Marilyn Carney Geography Phys. Ed.. Sophomore Class Sponsor, Coach—Girls Tennis Mr. William Crabtree Agriculture. General Mechanics. FFA Sponsor Mrs. Carolyn DeBord Mathematics. Senior Class Sponsor Ms. Mieke de Groot Special Education Faculty 37 A Teacher Affects Eternity. He Can Never Tell Where His Influence Stops. Henry Adams Mrs. Janet Faulkner English, Beta Sponsor, Newspaper Sponsor Mrs. Nancy Gamble Guidance Counselor Mrs. Karen Greene Band, Chorus Ms. Mary Greever English, SCA Sponsor Ms. Pat Haluska Art Mrs. Jessie Kegley Business Education. Freshman Class Sponsor, FBLA Spon- sor. Newspaper Sponsor Mrs. Betty Munsey Home Economics, FHA Sponsor Mrs. Elizabeth Newberry Librarian, Yearbook Advisor, Library Club Sponsor Mrs. Cheryl Umberger French, English, French Club Sponsor Mrs. Diane Umberger Science, 8th Grade Class Sponsor Mrs. Violet Bird Aide Mrs. Helen Blankenship Aide Mrs. Annette Burton Aide Mrs. Joyce Cassell Aide Mrs. Onto Farmer Aide Mrs. Suzanne Haga Title School Nurse Mrs. Patty Harden Aide Ms. Kathy Horton Special Education Ms. Stephenie Pickering Speech Therapist Mr. Fred Simpkins. Ill Title Remedial Reading. Bela Sponsor Ms. Libby Smith Preschool Special Education. Cheerleader Sponsor Mrs. Diane Tibbs Aide Mrs. Mary Lee Tickle Aide Mrs. Ruth Wimmer Aide Mrs. Debbie Wright Aide Our School Reflects Our Work Making sure there are no interruptions in the school lives of individuals each school day is not an easy task . . . daily decisions . . . filing records . . . keeping track of the many dollars which pour through the office . . . planning and executing nutritious meals . . . firing the boiler at two a.m. . . . cleaning and polishing floors . . . getting stu- dents to and from school. . . coordinating and im- plementing the teachers' plans and efforts . . . These labors help keep the routine running smoothly. OFFICE WORKER Marie Lambert — General Clerk STUDEXT ASSISTAXTS Pal Ckewning. Darlene Conley MEDIA AIDE: Mrs. Nancy Clemons. MEDIA ASSISTAXT: Mrs. Nancy Stockner LUNCHROOM WORKERS: Mrs Mary Melvin. Mrs Doris Tibbs. Mrs Hazel Ellison 40 Personnel WORK STUDY: Kim Smith. WCC BUS DR1V ERS FROST ROW Mr Gerald Carroll. Mr Tony Wright. Mr Frank Warden. Mr Da id Bane BACK ROW' Mrs Margaret Miller. Mrs Carmella Saner. Mrs. Charlene Muncy. Miss Becky Harris. Mr. Curt Stoners Sol pictured Mrs. Regina Newberry. 4m CUSTODIANS: Mr Charlie Muncy. Mr Robert Wynn. Mr Roby Cregger Jr Personnel 41 We Instill in Students the Desire to Know — and the Knowledge to Acquire Little by little an hour goes by, Little by little a day; Little by little you reach your goal Or let it slip away. Changing schedule cards . . . consoling upset students . . . preparing assignments and making out tests . . . learning new ways to make dull ideas interesting . . . wondering if a future surgeon may be that student dis- organizing a frog . . . explaining a math problem — for the third time . . . paralleling the past with today . . . rehearsing the band and chorus . . . squeezing out that last bit of paint. . . teaching proper mehods of driving a car . . . giving timed writings and dictation . . . teaching the correct way to bathe a baby . . . executing those endless exercises . . These are a few ways faculty members attempt to instill in students the desire to know_ and the knowledge to acquire. And you thought I only looked at the pictures. Ms. Libby Smith And she thinks I listen to her. Mr and Mrs. Thompson at the Faculty Christmas Tea. Not you again. Mr. Marvin Cantrell School’s a barrel of laughs! Mrs. Betty Munsey No. Mrs. Gamble, I don't gossip. Everything say about others is the absolute truth. Mrs. Nancy Gamble and Mrs. Carolyn Bane. 42 Candids Another hard practice? Coach Trish Compton A Simpkins Symposium? Mr. Fred Simpkins and Kim Danner Coach studies funnies; Edwina studies Coach That's a lot of funny business! Edwina Stowers, Kathy Havens, Juanita Harris, Teresa Morehead. Coach Cantrell. Now, Mrs. Debord, would I do something like that? Todd Hoge and Mrs. Carolyn DeBord. Yep. he ate the whole thing! Jeannie Mallory, Arthur Bartleson. Sharon Conley. Mr. Cantrell. I've got to get out of here, the Mr. Havens, you can't even beat it lounge is waiting. Mr Bunvan into that punkin! Mr Havens and Mark Compton. „ Cand ids 43 Tania Burcham Jasper Davis. Jr. John Dillow Norma Harden Matt Harman Marty Hutchins Annette King Joanne Matz Vanessa McKinney Mitch Munsey Lori Neel Marcy Newberry Mike Perkins Kitten Richardson Teresa Richardson Bruce Shelton Patty Smith Angie Stanley Becky Umbarger Lisa Waddle Debbie Warden Arnie Wimmer SAFETY PATROL. FRONT ROW: Teresa Miller. Everett Baxley. Tania Burcham. Teresa Richardson. Debbie Warden. Tammy Wolfe. Julia Clemons. Regina Stansell. 2D ROW: Matt Harman. Jimmy Brown. Marty Hutchins. Mike Shelton. Jasper Davis. Jr.. Debbie Sim- mons. Arty Wolfe, Delisa Miller. 3D ROW: Becky Umbarger. Joanne Matz. Bruce Shelton. Kitten Richardson. Lori Neel. Gretchen Carlson. Karen Asbury. BACK ROW. Arnie Wimmer. Tracy Kegley. Marcy Newberry. Lisa Waddle, Regina Groseclose. Drema Cox. Richard Turner. David Brailhwaite. 44 Seventh Grade 7A CLASS OFFICERS: Ronnie Dillow — president. Jimmy Brown — vice-president. Gretchen Carlson — secretary. Tammy Carroll — Time Shall Teach Thee All Things Spending all night doing our homework, trying not to fail tests, learning to solve new and different problems, are some things that take time for us 7th graders. treasurer. 7B CLASS OFFICERS: Lori Neel — president. Arnie Wimmer — vice- president. Joanne Mali — secretary. Becky Umharger — treasurer. Bruce Shelton — reporter. Tammy Wolfe — song leader. Karen As bury David Braith waite Jimmy Brown Gretchen Carlson Tammy Carroll Julia Clemons Lonnie Clemons Matt Clemons D rent a Cox Greg Davis Ronnie Dillow Ricky Faulkner Tina Fulford Regina Groseclose Charlotte Harris Terry Hubble Sammy King Delisa Miller Lisa Morehead Packy Morehead Stina Rosen berry Jeff Shelton Debbie Simmons Betty Tibbs Seventh Grade 45 Success Is Getting Up Just Ex'erett Baxley Kim Board wine l.aura Cochran Pam Davis Barry DU low Ben Dillow Kenny Froy Tracy Kegley Becky Melvin Teresa Miller Gary Mustard Jeri Lynn Mustard LeAnna Mustard Shaunn Seel Brian Perkins Eddie Price Tom Rittweger Mike Shelton Jimmy Shrader Regina Stansell Angela Strock Lisa Talbert Joy Lynn Tate Eric Taylor Lucy Taylor Angela Thompson Rvland Wade Sherri Wimmer Tracy Wolfe Robby Wynn Mrs. Jackie Barlow Sixth Grade David Blankenship Jamie Chewning Ronnie Clemons Shawn Compton Jeff Cox Onie Davis Timmy Davis Joe De Wilde Amy Drummonds Helen Hamblin Jimmy Harden Ricky Kent Billy King Denise King Marty Me Peak Mike Melvin Terry Mustard Billy Muller Regina Paris Wendell Parker Donna Richardson Ernie Shelton Debbie Shinault Ervin Sparks Dennis Taylor Mrs. Sharon Warner Fifth-Sixth Grade 46 Sixth Fifth One More Time Than You Fall Down limmy Baker Phillip Bogle Kim Danner Darnell Davis Stephen Fanning Lisa Gravtey Tammy Haga Boh Hylton Samantha Hylton Idette King Rusty King La Moore Muncy Lyle Muncy Tammy Mustard Lori Nelson Carla Pauley Dawn Pruitt Stephen Richardson Carrie Shehon Lee Shinauh Leon Sink Mrs. Norma Newberry Eric Strock Timmy Thompson Hope Townley Mike Townley Todd Turner Fifth Grade Angela Atwell Jamie Barnett Billy Burton Brad Dillow Dawn Dillow Pam Dillow Freda Davis Kevin Fore Elizabeth Hancock Ritchie Havens Michael Hounshell Roberta Kegley Ronnie King Shannon King Deana Lakey Robert Lambert Jon Melvin Sarah Newberry Katie Rittweger Gerhard Schoenthal Mark Shelton Mrs. Louise Bird Jennifer Stafford Brian Townley Bryan Townley Mark Vineyard Donna Warden Fourth Grade Fifth Fourth 47 Junior Blevins Douglas Board nine Kevin Cox Santa Fe Davis Tammy Davis Wayne Davis Randy Dillow Bobby Hale l.eroy Hamblin Mark Hamblin Terry Lang Janet Millirons David Mutter Lori Perkins Diane Shinault Sammy Simmons Terry Sizemore Todd Steffey Curtis Taylor Mrs. Sue King Third-Fourth Grade Martin Vineyard Jean Baker Amanda Baxley Chip Bird Tiffany Bowen Chad Chandler Sonja Chewning Ray Danner Mike Fanning Cheryl Graham Charm in Gravity James Henderson Kathy Kidd Lisa McLemore Heath Muncy Chippie Nelson Mike Nelson Shawn Nelson Aaron Newberry Kari Paciga Julie Pauley Tonya Smith John Stafford Sarah Strock Tammy Swanson Allan Taylor Randy Townley Robbie Waddle Ellis Wade Rusty Warden Mrs. June Miller Third Grade 48 Fourth Third The Beginning of a Journey Julie Baxley Alan Cassell Randy Clemons Ruth Dunn Mary Ruth Echols Brian Fore Jimmy Graham Amy Haga Brian Hall Robert Hall Rachel Havens Dusty King Eugene King Donna Lambert Kevin Lind a mood Tonya Looney Heath Moore John Michael Mustard Allan Newberry April Newberry Jessica O'Brien Mrs. Brenda Tate Wendi Pet trey John Simmons Tresila Sink Patricia Stowers Chad Thompson Second Grade Bobby Boardwine Kevin Bowles Stacy Bruce David Chandler Lillie Be a Davis Michael Dillow Tracy Grady Cheryl Hall Rita Hamblin Joey Hancock Melvin Hancock Rusty Meadows Miracle Mitchem Patty Mutter Mrs. Margie Powers Michele Shelor Billy Shifflett Brian Toler Kathy Wynn First-Second Grade Second First 49 The Beginning is the Christina Baker Rusty Bird Rob by Brown Tina Brown Eric Carr Pam Chewning Chris Dillow Eric Faulkner Amanda Harden Tina Hounshell Tina Johnston Clinton Kegley Alison King David King Teresa Lester Travis Munsev Marshall Schoenthal Lute Scott Sherri Shewev Jennifer Simms Shane Smelser Heather Smith Patrick Smith Sammy Steffey David St rock Crystal Tibbs Mrs. Cassell and Mrs. Havens confer as Debbie Umbarger. Donna Alexander, and Lola Blevins work. Tammy Blevins and Eddie Carpenter making lime count. First Grade William Tickle Mrs Toni Bailey Donna Alexander Lota Blevins Tammy Blevins Eddie Carpenter Roscoe Davis Tony Dent Jeff Gwynn Emmett Kelly Regina Ramsey Debbie Umbarger Judy Umbarger Mrs. Ruth Ann Havens Special Education 50 First Special Ed. Most Important Part Sherman Alford Becky Bird Cindy Blevins Chris Bowles Crystal Bruce Heather Burton Sandra Carr Billy Clemons Patricia Corder Angela Dalton Jeana Dalton Rachel Davis Ginger Dillow Jamie Dunn Kandi Farley Jason Hall Heather Olinger Kevin Pauley Hope Pike Heather Saunders Angela Stowers Julie Strock Colby Taylor Sarah Thompson Patty Tibbs Holly Warden Jeffrey Webb Donna Wiley Kindergarten From our small beginnings we grow into successful men ad women. Some of the fondest reflections go back to our first days of school where we found that love is the beginning of knowledge. Rhonda Alford Christina Blankenship Albert Morehead Danny Payne Mrs. Debbie Anderson Halloween brings a visit from a witch (Mrs. Pat Newberry). Multi-handicap Kindergarten Multi-Handicap 51 Remedial reading with Mrs. Mary Lee Tickle. Bobby Hale. Wayne Davis. Curtis Taylor. Tammy Davis. Mark Hamblin. Todd Steffey and Mrs. Oma Farmer Looking Forward to a Bright Future Ballet?! No. just sixth grade P.E. — Lisa Talbert and Jeri Mustard; ”1 didn’t do it.” — David Braithwaite What is my mother going to say?” Teresa Lester and Lute Scott 'Mm, good.” Tina Johnston. Allison King First grade finger painting with chocolate pudding. 52 Candids Ila Conley — Activities Editor Monica Groseclose, Robin Umbarger, Copy Editors Any senior desiring to become a member of The Echo staff must volunteer their assistance. The advisor then chooses the staff from these volunteers. Two junior members were added to the staff to gain the experience necessary for planning t he 1981 yearbook. The thirteen members of The Echo staff have worked diligently, hoping to make The Echo the best ever. Andrea Gordon — Editor Michelle Gravley. Kathryn Wiley Davjd Bane _ Layout Edilor Mary Lynn Pruett — Business Managers 54 The Echo Staff Memories and Hard Begin a New Decade Susan Kegley — Assistant Editor Mrs. Elizabeth Newberry — Advisor Geraldine Faulkner — Subscription Manager Mary Bowen. Terri Harden — Sports Editors The Echo Staff 55 Beta Initiation Summons Many Smiles OFFICERS: Kathryn Wiley, president; Robin Um- barger, vice-president: Anita Rankin, secretary; lla Con- ley. treasurer. Reflections of the Education Will Determine TOP: Lisa Pruitt. Teresa Tolbert. BOTTOM: Mary Pruett. Kim Tow nley. Rhonda Ellison. FRONT ROW: Karen Harden. Robin Umbarger. Carla Wolfe. Roberta Young, Michelle Gravley. Mary Pruett: 2ND ROW: Teresa Tolbert. Anita Rankin, Eleanor Bruce. Rhonda Ellison. Kim Townley, Jerri Owens: 3RD ROW: Randy St rock. Colene Munsey. Marilyn Penley. Kathryn Wiley, Rita Pruitt, Ha Conley: BACK ROW: Monica Groseclose. Charlie Brown, Patty Chewning, Andrea Gor- don, Susan Kegley, Margie Sheppard. Mrs. Janet Faulkner — sponsor. 56 Beta Mind Bring Wisdom With Perseverance Future Life Teresa Tolbert, Susan Kegley. Bland formed the Beta Club, one of two nationally known honor societies, in 1958. Students are selected for the Beta Club for their academic achievement, (88-above average), at- titude, and character. Grades are averaged for juniors and seniors to determine eligibility by faculty advisor, Mrs. Janet Faulkner, and guidance counselor, Mrs. Nancy Gamble. SINGLE BAR: Teresa Tolbert In 1964 the Student Council adopted an honor system which rewards those students who excel academically. Students maintain- ing an average of 95 or above are awarded an honor letter. If a stu- dent upholds a 95 average for more than one year, he is awarded an honor bar for each additional year. Eligibility begins the freshman year. LETTER: Jeff Cassell. Karen Harden. Randy Strode. Honors 57 FRONT ROW: Ms. Mary Greever — advisor, Karen Hounshell. Rhonda Ellison. Mary Pruett, Teresa Tolbert, Mike Umbarger. 2ND ROW: Tim Richardson. Edwina Stowers. Rita Lambert. Sue Smith. Anita Stowers. Robin Umbarger. BACK ROW: Darrell Tibbs. Mark Newberry. An- drea Gordon. Kaye Cox. Patty Hylton. Linda Ellison. Laura Gordon. OFFICERS FRONT ROW: Rhonda Ellison — president: Mary Pruett — vice-president: Laura Gordon — secretary; Mike Umbarger — treasurer. BACK ROW: Teresa Tolbert — reporter: Karen Hounshell — chaplain; Sue Smith and Anita Stowers — sergeants- at-arms. SC A Works to Make BHS Enjoyable for All The Student Council Association of Bland High School, com- monly known as the SC A. attempts to promote co-operation bet- ween the faculty and student body. Made up of representatives elected by the student body, the SC A works to make BHS more enjoyable for all students by planning, organizing, and supervis- ing mock elections, selling refreshments at ball games, sponsoring the judging of the doors at Christmas, and directing the annual SC A Christmas program. Dreama McPeak on the flute accom- panied by Edwina Stowers. Chorus members render a medley of Christmas songs. Directed by Ms. Karen Green, the band livens up the season with sounds of Christmas. The Conley sisters — Sharon and I la — contribute to the program in a vocal duet. Frosty” Jeff Cassell ”Pillow People” Patty Hylton and Mary Pruett 58 SCA DAR AWARD — Robin Vmbarger FLAG GIRLS — Terri Price and Pally Chewning WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS— FRONT ROW Robin Umbarger. Kim Townley. Rhonda Ellison. Mary Lynn Pruett BACK ROW: Randy Slrock. Karen Harden. Andrea Gordon. Kathryn Wiley. Susan Kegley. Teresa Tolbert. Not pictured — Patty Chewning. Honored Students of BHS The DAR recipient is selected through a vole by the high school teachers. It is awarded on merits of good citizenship, leadership, and participation in school activities. WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STU- DENTS is an honorary award given to current juniors and seniors who have been active in school publications, and have achieved a cumulative grade point average of'B’ or better. The flag girls are given the responsibility of raising and lowering the flag each day. Membership in the SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS is the highest honor a high school student can obtain. The purpose of the Society is to honor and reward top achievers from every high school in the na- tion. Students Are Informed With Bits Gathered From All Places And Times The Hilltop News was first published in 1962 with Mrs. Ruth Kegley and Mr. Frank William- son as sponsors. In later years, Mrs. Jessie Kegley and Mrs. Janet Faulkner were appointed as sponsors. The Hilltop News is published nine times yearly and has received a first place rating for the past three years in VHSL competition. To become a member of the newspaper staff, students have to prove their talents and skills through tryouts. Staff Members: FRONT ROW — Anita Stowers. Sue Smith, Steve Cox. Sarah Wynn. 2ND ROW — Andrea Cassell. Donna Dalton. Todd Taylor. Becky Me Peak. Lonnie Thomas. Tommy Clark. BACK ROW — Jimmy Harper. Patty Hylton, and Donna Webb. Co-editors — Shelly Gravley and Kathryn Wiley. Sponsors — Janet Faulkner and Jessie Kegley. FRONT ROW — Lisa Wood. Robin Umbarger. Darlene Conley. Vanessa Tabor. Shelly Gravley, Paul Lucas. 2ND ROW— Debbie Atwell. Chris Wright. Rhonda Etler, Sharon Simmons. Rhonda Ellison. Geneva Clark. Darlene Burcham. 3RD ROW— Lucy Gray. Sharon Conley. Anita Rankin. Joey Pauley. Kathryn Wiley. Ha Conley. Cindy Umbarger. Donna Shelton. BACK ROW— Kandy Kent. Teresa Tolbert. Susan Kegley. Geraldine Faulkner. Andrea Gordon. Monica Groseclose, Pat Chewning. The Future Business Leaders of America, a business oriented chapter, officially became a part of Bland High School on October 18, 1979. The club, officers, and members were installed by the Wythe Vocational School. During the school year, the Bland Chapter of FBLA attended regional meetings in Radford, collected money for the March of Dimes, and held a Christmas party for multi-handicapped children. OFFICERS: Robin Umbarger. president: Andrea Gordon, vice-president; Ha Con- ley. secretary; Susan Kegley. treasurer; Teresa Tolbert, reporter; Anita Rankin, historian. FBLA 61 FBLA Gets It All Together Ila Conley presided over the punch bowl during the in- stallation ceremony. FRONT ROW: Donna Shelton. Donna Webb. Cindy Umbarger. Patty Chewning, Betty Parker. Kim Kidd. SECOND ROW: Sonja Asbury, Barbara Ramsey. Anita Rankin. Darlene Conley. Dawn Morehead. Donna Dalton. Eleanor Bruce. Winifred Foglesong, Cindy Wright. Mrs. Betty Munsey. THIRD ROW: Joyce Alexander. Bridget Wright. Debbie Webb. Trish Holt. Terri Harden. Mary Anne Cochran. Rita Lambert. Colene Munsey. Melanie Cassell. BACK ROW: Kathy Morehead. Lechia Hager. Carla Morehead. Debbie Griffith. Roberta Morehead. Connie Millirons. Sandy Tolbert, Becky Lambert. Candy Kent. Tammy Gravley. Ruth Shannon. Debbie Dillow. Pam Clemons. Mary Clemons. Dee Dee Clemons. Marsha Agee. Sharon Simmons. Rita Wright. Kathy Hancock. Sheila Carroll. Becky Me Peak. 62 FHA Getting to Know the Joy and Satisfaction of Homemaking With high ideals of leadership, democracy, home and community life, the Future Homemakers of America stive to realize these ideals through related programs . . . Faculty teas . . . Mother-Daughter Banquet . . . earning Chapter, Junior and State degrees ... a Christmas party for underprivileged children . . . and sponsoring the an- nual Miss Bland County beauty pageant are programs for accomplishing these ideals. OFFICERS: Mrs. Betty Munsey — Sponsor. Patty Chewning — president, Cindy Umbarger — 1st vice-president. Eleanor Bruce — 2nd vice-president. Carla Morehead — secretary. Debbie Webb — treasurer. Darlene Conley. Anita Rankin — historians. Terri Harden — chaplain. Donna Webb — re- porter. Teresa Morehead — recreational leader. Becky Lambert listens while Santa Claus talks to youngster. Sandy Tolbert gives out treats at Christmas party. FRONT ROW: Eric Ellison, Doug Farlow, Wallace Rankin. Fred Williamson. Jerry Mutter. Robert Stanley. Laymond Barger. Wesley Wright. Dwayne Wright. Brian Pauley, Tim Neal. Cecil Compton. Gary Miller. Sean Wood. Ricky Pruitt. SECOND ROW Jeff Fanning. Thomas Dillow. Mike Hall. Gary Young. Brian Mustard. Jerry Pauley. Harvey Pruett. Steve Cox. Kaye Cox. Sandy Bane. Paula Mustard. Mike Smelser, Frank Smith. Mike Sarver. Phil Perry. THIRD ROW: Eddie Baxley. Theron Newberry, Craig Hamilton. Kim Wright. Rusty Wright. Elbert Shelton. Cliff Pauley. Bobby King. Jon Braithwaite. Ricky Burcham. Mike Umbarger. Terry Umbarger, John Muncy. Mark Newberry. Joey Crockett. FOURTH ROW: Mr. William Crabtree. Terry Wright, Charlie Bane. Bobby Fulford. James Miller, Timmy Boxley. Marq Newberry, Chris Wright. Rex Winesett, Charlie Brown. Randy Strock. Mark Harris. Richard Bartleson. James Farris. FIFTH ROW: Ricky Baker. Cecil Nelson. Paul Dillow. C. W. Havens. Danny Newberry. Joey Newberry, David Etter. Thomas Stowers. Sammy Groseclose. Tony Lambert. Bobby Bane. Bill Talbert. BACK ROW: David Simmons. Mark Mustard. Allen Mustard. Mark King. Darrell Tibbs. Mike Mallory. Bobby Lambert, Kevin Neal. John Atwell, James Harman. Gerald Clemons. Tracy Hylton. James Nunley. Alex Davis. FFA Finds New Ways for the American Farmer Fairground preparation and cleanup . . . selling peanuts . . . magazine sales . . . selling popcorn at ballgames . . . livestock judging . . . The Future Farmers of America prepare to take their place in the world of technology which cannot survive without the American Farmer. A national organization of rural youth enrolled in agriculture sciences, and now open to girls who meet the necessary requirements, its objectives are leadership, good character, citizenship, and patriotism. CONVENTION DELEGATES AND JUDGING TEAM: Paul Dillow, Allen Mustard. Joey Crockett, Joey Bane. Randy Strock. OFFICERS — FRONT ROW: Jerry Pauley — president. John Atwell — vice-president. Jimmy Harman — secretary. BACK ROW: James Miller — reporter, Mark Newberry — sentinel. Phil Peery — treasurer. Tony Lambert — 2nd vice-president. FI Mark King and Mr. Crabtree redo library shelves. A rranging for another book fair . . . selling stuf- fed animals and cookies . . . sorting paperbacks. . . stamping books . . . collecting fines . . . filing cards . . . straightening and organizing shelves . . . shelv- ing magazines and newspapers ... All of these ef- forts of the Library Club are directed to updating and making a better library for the students and faculty of Bland Combined School. Library Club Pools Efforts to Improve Library FRONT ROW: Kim Kidd. Chris Wright. Terri Price. Rhonda Eller. Sharon Conley. Anna Tale. Mary Pruett. Becky McPeak. Shelia Carroll. 2ND ROW: Patty Chewning. Lisa Sarver. Wendi Price. Charily Young. Roberta Young. Dawn Newberry. Lisa King. Tammy Smelser. Kathy Melvin. 3RD ROW. Anita Stowers. Joyce Harper. Wanda Bevil. Lucy Gray Debbie Atwell Ruth Stowers. Paula Mustard. Rita Wright. Sharon Simmons. BACK ROW. Sue Smith. Donna Dalton. Sandy Bane Lucy Muncy. Jeri Owens. Lisa Pruitt. Valerie Lambert. Rhonda Ellison. Kim Townley. 64 Library Club Randy never could get his hat on right. Charlie Brown and Randy Strock. Foreign Language Proves New Challenge I Mademoisells . . . Monsieur . . . bonjour . . . s'il vous plait . . . You might hear these and other strange phrases when you attend a French Club meeting. One of the require- ments for members is to speak French during meetings. The highlight of this year was the performance at the SC A Christmas program. Each student was dressed as a toy as they sang and acted for high school and elemen- tary. OFFICERS: Teresa Tolbert — president. Laura Gordon — vice-president. Karen Hounshell — secretary- treasurer. Sheri Tolbert — reporter. FRONT ROW: Sarah Pruitt. Sheri Tolbert. Lonnie Thomas. Wanda Bevil. Jerri Owens. Geneva Clark. Jo Neel. SECOND ROW: Edwina Stowers. Karen Hounshell. Wendi Price. Lucy Muncy. Debbie Dillow. Laura Gordon. THIRD ROW: Rita Pruitt. Johnny Sar- ver. Mary Lynn Pruett. Charlie Brown. Joy Miller. Teresa Tolbert. BACK ROW: Karen Harden. Jeff Cassell. Jon Braithwaite. Randy St rock. Jimmy Harper. Lisa Pruitt, Cheryl Umberger — sponsor. Here comes Wanda Bevil. Sarah Pruitt. Juanita Harris, and Teresa Tolbert. Any man will do!? Trish Holt and Gingerbread Man Johnny Sarver. Peter Cottontail (Jo Neel) and Raggedy Ann (Gebie Clark) pose for picture. 67 Elementary Band Reflected Sounds FRONT ROW: Jimmy Shrader. Ben Dillow. Barry Dillow. Kenny Froy, Pam Davis. BACK ROW: Helen Hamblin. Timmy Davis. Marty Me Peak. John Dillow. R viand Wade. DRUMS: David Braithwaite and Chuck Turner. TROMBONES: Thomas Rittweger and FLUTES: Lisa Waddle and Marcy Newberry LeAnna Mustard Wendel1 Park?r- Joe CLARINETS: Angela Strock. Tracey Kegley. Laura Cochran. Gretchen Carlsen Angie De Wilde. Jeri Lynne Mustard Thompson. Brian Perkins. 68 Band Secondary Band FRONT ROW: Kim Kidd. Debbie Dillow, Dawn Newberry, Larry Newberry. BACK ROW: Todd Taylor. Lucy Muncy. Karen Hounshell, Edwina Stowers. Wondering what type of music there will he to sing or play next . . . trying out for All-State Chorus and Band . . . combining fun and learning in one hour. . . squeaking out that high note or bellowing the low one . . . nervously awaiting for each concert . . . marching, marching to get ready for the Christmas parade . . . These are por- tions of what it means to be a part of the music department. OFFICERS: Karen Hounshell — president. Lucy Muncy — vice-president. Edwina Stowers — librarian. Dawn Newberry — secretary-treasurer. Chorus FRONT ROW: Becky McPeak, Roberta Young. Angela Dillow, Dawn Newberry. Charity Young. Renee Thompson. Stephanie Stanley. BACK ROW Donald Pauley. Mark Compton. Cliff Pauley. Karen Harden. Margie Sheppard. Jerri Owens. OFFICERS: Roberta Young — president. Terri Price — vice-president. Jerri Owens — librarian. Band Chorus 69 The Vocational Industrial Clubs of America is a national organiza- tion for youth enrolled in vocational-industrial education programs. VIC A helps students to attain a purposeful life by assistint them to es- tablish realistic vocational goals. The organization helps students un- derstand the democratic process, labor, and management organiza- tions. It promotes high standards in trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship, and safety. Chuck Chandler writes up a sale. • SECOND YEAR — FRONT ROW: Kim Wright. Chuck Chandler. 2ND ROW: Timmy Baxley, Jay Hoge. BACK ROW: Theron Newberry, Terry Wright, Craig Hamilton. FIRST YEAR — FRONT ROW: David Tibbs. Kevin Neal. Darrell Tibbs. 2ND ROW: Eddie Blankenship. Donna Webb. Johnny Atwell, Phil Peery. 3RD ROW: Tony Taylor. Bobby Lambert, Sue Catterton, Ricky Burcham BACK ROW: Ervin Wright. James Harman. Michael Mallory. Joey Pauley, Anita Rankin. 'T work hard like this every day.” — Craig Hamilton '7 goof off here, too.” — Kim Wright: ”Whatchu talkin' 'bout?” —James Harman Mom, you can see I realty am working. — Joey Paidey 70 VIC A Lisa Pruitt becoming expert in drafting. Debbie Wright gives a haircut. The Wythe County Vocational School offers various programs which train students for an oc- cupation in their chosen fields. The programs run from two to three years. At the completion of the program state boards are taken. Students who have passed their state boards may enter their profession upon graduating from high school. SECOND YEAR: Patty Hylton. Ginger Kent. Eddie Hounshell. Marilyn Penley. Debbie Wright. New an Profitable Beginnings FIRST YEAR: Lisa Pruitt. Tammy Smelser. Billy Wynn. Lisa K- ing. Ginger Kent is given instruction by Mrs. Lola Davis. Marilyn Penley and Patty Hylton gain experience on a client. Billy Wynn makes those bricks stack up quickly. Vocational 71 Sean Wood caught on his toes. Mark Compton goes over the Fries block Fouled again! Mark Newberry goes up and is blocked by Fries. Life is Composed of Two Parts: That Which is Past — a Dream; and That Which is to Come — a Wish. Rhonda Ellison looks for a teammate. Karen Harden supports her team. Elementary Field Day win- ners: Joanne Matz. Marty Hutchins, David Braithwaite. Mike Perkins FRONT ROW. Kim Townley. Ginger Kent. Andrea Gordon. Laura Gordon. Rhonda Ellison. BACK ROW Sarah Wynn. Patty Hylton. Angie Dillowr, Susan Kegley. Karen Harden. Mary Pruett. Coach Trish Compton Unalterable Determination Brings Success Bland 54 Ft. Chiswell 58 Bland 68 Fries 16 Bland 64 Auburn 48 Bland 56 Shawsville 43 Bland 64 Independence 33 Bland 76 Rocky Gap 31 Bland 45 Mt. Rogers 28 Bland 68 Ft. Chiswell 59 Bland 81 Fries 17 Bland 57 A uburn 66 Bland 46 Shawsville 35 Bland 66 Independence 34 Bland 60 Rocky Gap 32 Bland 88 Mt. Rogers 34 Bland 51 Fries 10 Bland 47 Shawsville 40 Bland 56 Ft. Chiswell 54 Bland 47 Chilhowie 51 The 1979 season proved to be another successful year for the Bland Rocketle Varsity team. Starting the season off with a loss didn't stop the Rockettes in their quest for the District Championship. They roared through the remainder of the games finishing the season with a record of 15 wins. 3 losses and capturing the district championship and seasonal runner-up. The team received a trophy for their accomplishments. A special honor is given to ten of the most out- standing players in the district. This year Bland was honored to place two girls on the All District team. Andrea Gordon and Kim Townley. Andrea was also voted the Player of the Year A ward. Mrs. Trish W. Compton was chosen by the other coaches as Coach of the Year. Andrea Gordon. MVP; Trish Com- pton. Coach of the Year: Kim Tow- nley. All District Team UPPER RIGHT: Kim Townley outwits op- ponent Donna Kleene. LOWER RIGHT: Go. go — Angie Dillow. That shot really packed a lot of wind as opponent and Ginger Kent watch it sink You won t get this hall Ft. Chiswell. Laura Gordon. Andrea scores for I.OtX) points. Rita Lambert keeps an eye on the opposition. Sue Smith con- trols ball from wary opponent. L p. up. and away — Karen Hounshell. Teammates and opposition scurry while Anita Stokers t44) scores two. 1979 was a rebuilding year for the JV team. Having lost all five starters from the 1978 team. Bland tried to find the right combination. The year found the team with an overall record of 5 wins and 9 losses. However, with most of the members of this team returning next year, the future looks bright — for experience plays a big part in an athletic event. Bland 9 Ft. Chis well 32 Bland 21 Fries 9 Bland 10 Auburn 33 Bland 21 Shaws ville 31 Bland 23 Independence 19 Bland 16 Rocky Gap 49 Bland 23 Mr. Rogers 7 Bland 23 Ft. Chis well 30 Bland 38 Fries II Bland 17 Auburn 30 Bland 9 Shaws ville 32 Bland 23 Independence 25 Bland 23 Rocky Gap 25 Bland 26 Ml. Rogers 25 Sandy Bane going for a rebound Dawn Xewberry gears up for a free throw as teammate Edwins Stowers watches Anna Tate. Sue Smith. Edwina Stowers. Sandy Bane. Rita Lambert. Anita Stowers. Shelia Wright. Karen Hounshell. Dawn Xewberry, Kaye Cox. Valerie Lambert. Coach Trish Compton. Rich Valley Rich Valley Ft. Chiswell Fries Oak vale Ft. Chis well Auburn Shawsville Rocky Gap Ml Rogers Independence Ft. Chiswell Oak vale Fries Auburn Shawsville Ft. Chiswell Independence Rocky Gap Ml. Rogers Theron can even play defense with his eyes dosed Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland Bland The 1979-80 boys varsity team was faced with taller and more ex- perienced opponents. With a fighting spirit they struggled through the season, never giving up even though the odds were not in their favor. They ended the season with a 2-18 record, and we are proud of their efforts. With ten players returning, we are hopeful of a much better season next year We've got power, yes we do. Mark Compton adds two more points for Bland Frank Smith, senior, warms up for THE game Senior. Theron Newberry, shows his form on the foul line Todd Hoge elates crowd with another steal VARSITY ROCKETS: Mike Sarver. Randy Strock. Charlie Brown. John Muncy. Donald Pauley. Theron Newberry. Mark Newberry. Tim Richardson. Paul Dillow. Todd Hoge. Mark Compton. Coach Marvin Cantrell. Not pictured — Frank Smith 76 Rockets Reflect the Way to Endure Adversity The 1979-80 season proved to be an up-hill battle for the JV Rockets Having lost a few close games at the beginning of ihe season, the Rockets were faced with having to finish the season without their leading scorer. Norman Dilloh However, they fought hard and ended the season with a record of 4 wins. 16 losses JV ROCKETS: Lonnie Thomas. Elbert Shelton. Marq Newberry. Bill Talbert. Norman Dillow. Tony Lambert. Tommy Clark. Bobby Fulford. Rusty Wright. Joey Bane. Mark King. Larry Newberry. Coach Marvin Cantrell. Not pictured — Bobby Gordon. Give me that ball, you turkey!” Instant offense? Coach thinks I don’t know how to run our offense! Bland 31 Rich Valley 40 Bland 37 Rich Valley 22 Bland 41 Ft. Chis well 45 Bland 29 Fries 50 Bland 40 Oak vale 51 Bland 43 Ft. Chis well 50 Bland 33 Auburn 38 Bland 27 Shows ville 55 Bland 27 Rocky Gap 30 Bland 44 Ml. Rogers 33 Bland 33 Independence 50 Bland 33 Ft. Chis well 44 Bland 40 Oak vale 39 Bland 29 Fries 47 Bland 22 Auburn 61 Bland 31 Shows ville 55 Bland 19 Ft. Chis well 50 Bland 35 Independence 48 Bland 38 Rocky Gap 42 Bland 50 Ml. Rogers 24 RIGHT — TOP: Only his hair dresser knows! — Joey Bane and Bobby Fulford (351 RIGHT — BOTTOM: Bob Gordon (411 ready for action as Joey Bane gets tip-off for Bland. BELOW. I know that ball is somewhere. — Rusty Wright (13}. Tony Lambert. Larry Newberry (431. JV Rockets 77 8TH GRADE TEAM — FRONT ROW Terry Umbarger. Mike Smelser. Ceci, Campion. Sean Wood. Steve Cox. RACK ROW: David Eller. Sam Groseclose. Jef Fanning. Gary Miller. Tim Neal. Coaci Trish Compton. Bland 30 Rich Valley 19 Bland 41 Ft. Chiswell 49 Bland 30 Sugar Grove 21 Bland 48 Fries 12 Bland 25 Ft. Chiswell 36 Bland 48 A uburn 29 Bland 27 Shawsville 19 Bland Bland 42 29 Independence Ft. Chiswell 41 37 Bland 28 Rocky Gap 29 Bland 51 Fries 15 Bland 37 Rocky Gap 43 Bland 36 Auburn 39 Bland 40 Sugar Grove 20 Bland 44 Shawsville 26 Bland 28 Ft. Chiswell 30 Bland 37 Independence 46 Sammy Groseclose sinks one from Ceres! Terry Umbarger wasn't Easy shot! Cecil Compton. Which way did he go? Jeff Fanning. We got 'em out numbered this sweet on Sugar Grove. time! Mike Smelser. 78 8th Grade Team SCO REKEEPERS: Patty Chewning, Terri Harden, Laura Gordon. Teresa Tolbert. Beginnings of Beginnings Watch it Buddy! Theron Newberry Let's see. whom shall I pass it to? Elbert Shelton. Expertise! Tim Richardson Scorekeepers 79 Reflections of Our Hearts VARSITY CHEERLEADERS — Mary Pruett — 3 years. Patty Hylton — Co-captain — 3 years. Patty Chewning — Captain — 3 years. Debbie Dillow — 3 years, Karen Harden — 2 years Tryouts were held in the spring of'79 for cheerleaders. A panel of three judges consisting of former college cheerleaders chose six girls for J. V. and five for Varsity. In the summer of '79 the Var- sity cheerleaders ventured to cheerleading camp at Longwood College in Farm ville, Virginia. Our cheerleaders never get ex- cited. After much hard work and practice, the J.V. and Varsity at the Homecoming game. Group Participation. Boogie, oogie Elation in winning. 80 Varsity Cheerleaders JV CHEERLEADERS: LEFT —Sheri Tolbert — I year. CENTER BOTTOM — Geneva Clark — Captain — 2 years. Kim Kidd — I year. Jo Neel — Co-Captain — 2 years. Wendi Price — year. RIGHT — Terri Price — year. cheerleaders presented the first pom-pom routine for Bland Sheri Tolbert watches as JV bursts onto court. With a step that is steady and strong. Old Bland High marches along. True to the colors we wear, The maroon and gold so fair. United in true fellowship. That the days and the years may not sever. To you we will always be true. To Bland High, to Bland High, forever. Rocket man (Karen Hounshell) joins squad for assistance. “ _______EL JV Cheerleaders SI Reflected Magic The spirit of homeconing puls rhythm in those bodies. BHS held its annual Homecoming on January 18. The dance was held in the gym immediately following the Bland-Fries ballgame. The highlight of the dance was the crown- ing of the Homecoming Queen and announcing her court. A R Productions provided the music for the dance. Disco contest places Larry Newberry and Debbie Dillow winners. Candidates and Escorts Tammy Cline — Terry Umbarger Donna Lambert — Donald Pauley Charily Young — Jon Braith waite Wendi Price — Mike Thompson Terri Price — Randy Williams Laura Gordon — Phil Peery Mary Lynn Pruett — Jeff Cassell Karen Harden — Mark Compton Geraldine Faulkner — John Muncy Terri Harden — Larry Newberry Pally Chewning — Steve Williams Geraldine Faulkner 1980 Homecoming Queen Lively music brings many to the floor Rocket fans enjoying the game Mr Fred Simpkins presents roses to winners. Scoreboard tells all. Players honored with decorated lockers. 82 Homecoming Now get tough and stay tough! Coach Canlell with instructions for the win. Todd Hoge goes up to gain a field goal. Homecoming is an exciting time for many things . . . spending hours on a winning poster . . . dress- ing in those crazy clothes for Sadie Hawkins Day, the 50's, and Maroon and Gold Day. . . decorating the halls and the basketball players lockers . . . sell- ing stick pins for the “dummy” . . . searching for the best band . . . hoping to be the one to throw the pie in Mr. Bunyans face . . . getting the spirit dur- ing the pep rally . . . voting for a queen and court . . . Homecoming 1980 had a beautiful beginning and a glorious end in the life of BHS students. Theron Newberry up to sink two. Tim Richardson lays in an easy one. BLAND FRIES Hoge 16 Shaffner 25 Compton 13 D. A nders 8 T. Newberry 13 Dowell 4 M. Newberry 10 G. A nders 12 Richardson 4 Hill 2 Muncy 4 Fortner 2 60 53 Mark Compton adds two points to increase the Rocket lead. Paul Dillow puts up a free throw while others relax with assurance of a sinker. Homecoming 83 1979 Tennis Teams Tough It Out David Bane Joey Bane Larry Newberry Donald Pauley Todd Hoge Charlie Brown John Muncy Mark Compton Timmy Richardson 5 Bland 0 Independence 9 12 Bland 0 Shows ville 9 n Bland 0 Ft. Chiswell 9 18 Bland 0 Fries 9 24 Bland 1 Independence 8 1 Bland I Shows ville 8 2 Bland 0 Auburn 9 3 Bland 0 Fries 9 7 Bland 0 Ft. Chiswell 9 8 Bland 0 Auburn 9 FRONT ROW: Charlie Brown. Mark Compton. Todd Hoge. John Muncy. BACK ROW: David Bane. Larry Newberry. Donald Pauley. Timmy Richardson. Joey Bane. Trish Com- pton — coach. 84 Tennis 5 Bland 0 Independence 9 18 Bland 3 Fries 6 20 Bland 4 Shows ville 5 24 Bland 0 Independence 9 30 Bland 3 Ft. Chis well 6 I Bland 6 Shows ville 3 2 Bland 0 Auburn 9 3 Bland 2 Fries 5 7 Bland 0 Ft. Chis well 8 8 Bland I Auburn 8 Jerri Owens Kim Smith Mary Pruett Terri Harden Patty Hylton Debbie Burton FRONT ROW: Debbie Dillow. Mary Pruett. Patty Hylton. Geneva Clark. Jerri Owens. Terri Price. BACK ROW: Lucy Muncy. Kim Smith. Terri Har- den. Vide King. Nancy Strauss. Dawn Newberry. Marilyn Carney — coach. Nancy Strauss Lucy Muncy Geneva Clark Tennis 85 New Sports Inspire Interest FIELD DA Y PARTICIPANTS: Juanita Harris. Mrs. Carney. Mary Pruett. Mr. Groseelose. Shirley Melissa Havens — High Jump Wolfe. Michele Woolwine. Terri Price. Laura Gordon. Charlie Brown. Gary Foster. Tracy Hylton, Theron Newberry. Donald Pauley. Tony Taylor. Randy Strock. Ricky Burcham. Bob Kegley. Bill Talbert. 86 Volleyball 1979 VOLLEYBALL TEAM. FRONT ROW: Dawn Newberry, Vide King. Tammy Smelser, Lesa Harden. Lucy Muncy. Betty Parker. 2ND ROW: Patty Hylton. Debbie Dillow. Michele Woolwine. Laura Gordon. Edwina Stowers. Kim Smith. Becky Harris. 3RD ROW: Karen Hounshell. Kim Townley. Ginger Kent, Susan Kegley. Andrea Gordon. Rhonda Ellison. Mary Pruett. Marilyn Carney — coach. 1978-79 proved to be a year of newly organized sports activities around BHS. Mrs. Marilyn Carney formed and coached the volleyball team. They ended their first season with a 5-9 record. February 22 Bland 0 Bland 2 March 1 Bland 0 Bland I March 2 Bland 0 Bland 2 Auburn Shawsville Shows ville Auburn Auburn Shawsville Donald Pauley is a winner! 100-yard dash. David Eller places 2nd as Rocky Gap's Lauri Parks wins. 7th Grade winners of softball throw — Sheila Wright. Dee Dee Lambert. Kaye Cox. Matt Harman — 50-yard dash Marty McPeak — High Jump Field Day — 1979 Off to a Good Start In the spring of'79. BHS's natural athletes competed with Rocky Gap in a field day program. Bland obtained an overwhelming vic- tory over the Gap and received a trophy for their efforts. Bland winners were: Joanne Matz, Marty Hutchins, David Braithwaite, Marty McPeak, Kaye Cox, Shelia Wright, David Et- ter, Mike Perkins, Tony Taylor, Bill Talbert, Charlie Brown, Donald Pauley, Shirley Wolfe, Mary Pruett, Laura Gordon, Michelle Woolwine, Terri Price, Edwina Stowers, Kim Townley, Andrea Gordon. Melissa Havens, Theron Newberry, Ricky Laura Gordon - shot put Burcham, Gary Foster. Tracy Hylton. Kim Townley wins 50-yard dash as Edwina Shirley Wolfe and Ricky Burcham fly through the air in running long jump Stowers comes in a close 2nd. and running broad jump. Field Day 87 FIRST VIRGINIA BANK BLAND COUNTY First Virginia Bank of Bland County proudly continues to support the youth of our community: the quality of our future depends on them. We congratulate you as you graduate and go on to young adulthood. May all your dreams come true and your ambitions be fulfilled. A First Virginia Banker can help you plan a healthy and profitable future. We believe in our community and in YOU. Member F D I C and F R S Bland, Virginia Rocky Gap, Virginia 88 Ads THE FLAT TOP NATIONAL BANK OF BLUEFIELD Member F. D. I. C. 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Wytheville, Virginia 24382 (703) 228-8131 FOWLKES MACHINE CO., INC. Authorized SFER V IXEW HOLLAND Parts and Service Cassell Road Wytheville, VA 24382 (703) 228-2513 DIXIE COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY INC. Bristol, Virginia PEGGY’S KITCHEN Bland, VA Phone 688-4491 24 Hour Wrecker Service Short Orders Home Cooked Meals MOREHEAD WRECKER Seafood Submarines SERVICE Eat-in or Carry-out Phone 928-1647 Serve from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. James Randall Morehead Rt. 2 Hollybrook Owner Bland, Va, 24315 92 Ads Virginia, “THE BUG SHOP” there’s no other 355 West Main Street place we’d rather be. Wytheville, Virginia j. VIRGINIA NATIONAL BANK 5 Phone 228-3655 BUILDER’S SUPERMARKET OF WYTHEVILLE, INC. Complete Line of Building Supplies Oak Flooring — Hardware — Roofing Paints — Sash and Doors Electrical — Plumbing Phone: 228-2121 Exit 21: 1-81 Rt. 21 North Wytheville, Virginia DIVINE WORD BOOK STORE Christian Books Literature Gifts — Music 272 W. Main 228-8423 L.B. Wright (owner) Qesgett 9:30-5:30 Mon.-Sat. 9:30-8:00 Friday Phone 228-8611 Ads 93 - 1 An Equal Opportunity Employer GOULD-BROWN BOVERI SWITCHGEAR DIVISION Star Route 42 P.O. Box 38 Bland, VA 24315 Phone: (703) 688-3325 Manufacturer of l-T-E Equipment KTM MARK IV HONDA SUZUKI Wytheville, Va. 24382 jj (703) 228-3118 Mon.-Sat. 8:30-5:30 0 © Gilbert Biuetiekl Mullens | Covington Matoaka Northfork Oak Hill BAILEY Grundy Peansburg R.cniands Pnncteon Wytheville War Marion Weicn Lumber Company Tazewell Galax Mam Office — Bluefield. West Virginia The Complete Building Service (oTol BERNARD n 1 J.S. JEANS Grocery Hardware U Rt. 2 Rt. 2 Bland, VA Bland, Virginia 94 Ads NEWBERRY Funeral Home Robert G. Newberry Barry L. Newberry Phone: 688-3314 Bland, Virginia 24315 Burlington Industries, Inc. KLOPMAN DIVISION Newbern Plant We Welcome Your Account 57 Stores To Serve You Our Stores In Your Area Asheboro, N.C. Boone, N.C. Bluefield, W. Va. Mount Airy, N.C. Galax, Va. Martinsville, Va. Pulaski, Va. Radford, Va. South Boston, Va. Statesville, N.C. West Jefferson, N.C Wytheville, Va. Ads 95 It’s Not Far Through the Tunnel to WYTHEVILLE MOTOR SUPPLY, INC. 345 East Main Street Wytheville, Virginia Wytheville, VA 24382 228-3135 Since 1880 EWALD-LESTER INSURANCE Everything Automotive” 1 your, Independent ] K muroncegagent J MMVIS vow n T ieJ1 180 South 4th Street Wytheville, Virginia 24382 228-3151 WYTHE FUEL SERVICEINC. Railroad Ave. Wytheville, VA 24382 Fuel Oil — Kerosene POLYPENCO, INC. Phone: 228-4512 Your Dependable Heating Oil Distributor John Gibson Owner GIBSON’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Walnut Avenue Bastian, Va. 24314 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Phone (703) 228-5423 Phone 688-4566 96 Ads VIRGINIA PARTS OF WYTHEVILLE Compliments of EARNEST INSURANCE AGENCY A- 220 E. Monroe St. Bastian, Virginia 24314 n n _ P-O. Box 10 Wytheville, Virginia Daniel P. Earnest, Jr. Zareda S. Earnest 24382 All Lines of Insurance Telephone 688-3795 □ CROWGEY REALTY COMPANY Robert G. Crowgey, Jr., Realtor Chapman Road at Interstate Exit 23 P.O. Box 107 3) 228-3242 Wytheville, VA 24382 Home Phone (703) 228-2573 REALTOR Office Phone (70 m Phone 228-2641 MODERN FARM EQUIPMENT, INC. Lawn Garden Farmall International Tractors Farm Tractors Equipment Sales — Parts — Service Wytheville, VA 1035 West Main St. Phone 688-3844 BLESSING BROTHERS, INC. Poultry, Eggs, Cheese. Meats Herschel (Bud) Blessing Henry Mark Blessing Box 87 Bastian, VA 24314 MONTGOMERY WARD Wytheville, VA Please call 228-5454 Let us order for you! PEN-BOB RESTAURANT Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Phone: 228-2266 Compliments of McMAHAN PONTIAC BUICK, GMC, INC. Box I Ph. 921-1531 Routes 100 460 Pearisburg, VA 24134 LEE HI AUTO PARTS J. Frank Smith f 24 Hour Service Owner fiT T 1 Phone 228-3931 228-3912 W. Lee Highway — Wytheville. VA New Used Auto Parts — Wrecker Service COULTER'S FLORIST Margaret and Warren Morris Phone: 228-3301 TELEFLORA 165 Tazewell St., Wytheville. VA woaiD wiot MICK OR MACK REED CREEK MILLING P.O. Box 282 Monroe Street Box 326 Wytheville, Va. 24382 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Ads 97 CARS ARE LIKE EGGS They are cheaper in the country. KIDD CHEVROLET, INC. Bland, Virginia Phone: 688-3311 © DILLON’S IGA 11 FOODLINER AND FOODETTE Foodliner Located on Calhoun St. Foodette Located on 4th St. Now There Are Two To Serve You. Wytheville, Virginia Congratulations To The Graduation Class of '80 BLAND SPORTSWEAR Bland, Virginia Telephone: 688-3224 iife SMITH OIL AMOCO CORPORATION Gasoline — fuel — oil Bland, Virginia Phone: 688-3698 Smith’s Jewelers . Silversmiths WYTHEVILLE, VA. 24382 RETAIL JEWELERS SINCE 1920 James G. Smith Area 703-228-3814 when tomorrows become todays... and future expectations become realities—graduation, a job, college, a home — you assume new re- sponsibilities. just as we do. Because when customers need electric service, we are obligated to provide it. And we always knew that you and your classmates might one day be our customers. That’s why we started planning for today ten years ago, so that we could provide electricity for the life- style you choose. We hope we can supply elec- tricity for all your tomorrows, too. APPALACHIAN POWER 98 Ads Full Line of Mine Industrial Supplies Serving the Heartlands of Coal Country ERWIN SUPPLY CO. 304 592-1000 Shinnston, W. VA. 703 928-1511 Rocky Gap, VA. Wythe County's Only Independent Bank Independent Bank Free Checking 5 Convenient Locations Wytheville (2) Ft. Chiswell Rural Retreat Speedwell Member FDIC PETERSON FORD, INC. 1135 E. Main Street Safe fIMURY ' §erpiee Wytheville, Virginia BLAND SUPPLY COMPANY Electric — Plumbing — Heating Supplies Bland, VA Phone: 688-3349 SCOTT’S GROCERY Bland, Virginia Growing to meet the needs of a growing community. As complete a Line of groceries, household and personal needs as you will find anywhere. SPECIALS - FRIDAY THRU MONDAY - WEEKLY- SHOP THE FRIENDLY AISLES OF SCOTT'S HOURS Mon., Tues.. Wed. 8-6 Thurs., Fri., Sat. 8-9 Sun. 1-6 p.m. 688-4461 Beer off Premises WYTHEVILLE BLOCK CO. Wytheville, Virginia 999 Kill BILL KING'S WAYSIDE, INC. ONE MILE WEST W. LEE HWY. WYTHEVILLE, VA. 100 Ads TRENTS GROCERY Rt. 606 Bland. Virginia 928-1349 Open Seven Days a Week WILLIAM’S MANUFACTURING THE BURGER HAVEN “It's A Pleasure To Serve You 785 E. Main Street Wytheville, Virginia HEATH OIL SERVICE Wytheville. VA Union 76 Distributor SERVICE GAS CO., INC. Heating Oils Burner Service 228-5568 228-5569 Wytheville, VA Compliments— R C COLA NEHI BOTTLING CO. E.B. ESTEP GROCERY Bastian, Virginia JOHNS BEAUTY SHOP Complete Hair Care Phone: 688-4232 Bastian, Virginia Ads 101 THE TOWN N TWEED SHOP, INC. 1609 Bland St., P.O. Box 1377 Bluefield, W. VA. 24701 MUSTARD’S STORE Groceries — Feed Mechanicsburg 688-4301 Rt. 2, Bland, VA GENE’S T.V. SHOP Sylvania Color TV 245 E. Spring Street Wytheville, VA 24382 TEXTRON (flflKMf CAMCAR TOOL Camcar Division of Textron, Inc. 290 W. Madison Wytheville, Virginia 703-228-3156 STOWERS GROCERY General Merchandise I. N. S. Shop and Save Rocky Gap. Virginia Phone: 928-3705 WYTHE LUMBER COMPANY, INC. Lumber — Building Material Manufacturers of Wood Products Phone: 228-2401 Wytheville. Virginia THE HERITAGE HOUSE Bland, Virginia RED WING MODERN SHOE STORE 279 West Main Wytheville. VA Headquarters in Mountain Empire for records tapes 148 Main Street Wytheville, Virginia FIRST NATIONAL EXCHANGE BANK A Dominion Bankshares Bank Wytheville Fort Chiswell Bob Eaton Bland, Virginia SOUTHWEST CONSTRUCTION Sumfs (£itrp. Randy Newberry Phone 703 688-3703 Authorized Builder-Dealer 102 Ads OF TAZEWELL COUNTY Bluefield, North Tazewell Fourway Shopping Center Westgate Shopping Center Member FDIC 1-77 1-81 P.O. Box 651 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Phone (703) 228-8676 Restaurant Gift Shop Family Restaurant featuring Home -__- Style Cooking and SW Va’s Best Restaurant Selection of Western Clothing and Unusual Gifts NEWBERRY MONUMENT SALES See R.G. Newberry, or Larry Newberry Monuments — Markers — Mausoleums Phone: 688-3814 Bland, Virginia 24315 JAMES INSURANCE AGENCY All Kinds of Insurance P.O. Box 440 Mountain Security Savings Loan Bldg. Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Telephone: (703) 228-5535 Ads 103 AutivTmckStop THE BLAND MESSENGER ONLY NEWS AND ADVERTISING MEDIUM SERVING BLAND COUNTY Published By Southwest Virginia Enterprise BUSINESS OFFICE: Wytheville, Va. NEWS OFFICE: Bland. Va. TUCKER PONTIAC-BUICK, INC. (I) East Lee Hwy. P.O. Box 60 Wytheville, VA 24382 Phone (703) 228-2111 Hercules Michelin Toyo BOGLE TIRE AND AUTO SERVICE Regional Warehouse Tires — Batteries Accessories Wheels Front End Alignment Balance — Brakes Shocks Hercules Tire and Rubber Supply of Virginia, Inc. Wytheville, Virginia Special Congratulations to the Class of ’80 Authorized Dealer WHITE’S Auto Stores “The Home of Greater Values Automotive, WHITE’S AUTO STORE Phone: 688-3321 Hardware, Toys Bland, VA 24315 104 Ads For Insurance Call JACK KING, Agent Main St. — P.O. Box 26 Bland, Virginia 24315 Office 688-4501 Res. 688-4475 STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois (703) 228-2791 TWO-WAY RADIO, INC. COMMUNICATION SERVICE Fred W. Cox P.O. Box 334 President Wytheville, Va. 24382 A Complete Precision Machine Shop General Machine Work WYTHE PRECISION MACHINE COMPANY INCORPORATED Rodney K. Cassell Alvin Cassell Phone: (703) 637-3441 Route 1, Box 86A Max Meadows, Va. 24360 Land At Auction! One of the South's oldest auction companies can assist you in buying or selling. Since 1917 HORNEY BROTHERS LAND AUCTION CO., INC. P.O. Box 73 Wytheville. Va. Phone 228-4131 Wytheville Our Home — The World Our Territory Jake Horney, General Manager and Auctioneer. Broker in Va.. N.C., S.C., Tenn., Ky., and W. Va. HOBERT N. GRUBB, INC. Wilson Sporting Goods Plumbing And Heating Mill Supplies Phone: 228-3191 Wytheville, Virginia MELVIN ENTERPRISES State Registered Contractor BUILDER, RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL REMODELING SEPTIC TANKS, HAULING LOADER BACKHOE John Melvin — 688-4508 Bland, Virginia Ads 105 TEXTRON (flIIKflR Supporter of ICT Program CONGRATULATIONS 1980 Graduates of Bland High School From the Employees of AMERICAN SCREW COMPANY Camcar Division of Textron, Inc. Wytheville, Virginia AMERICAN Greatest Name in Fasteners Since 1838 “An Equal Opportunity Employer M F J4altn s jewelry, -3nc. Welcome to our Bland County Neighbors GiAwn heetrt lliMi Glwnit CENTRAL DRUG COMPANY 130 West Main Street Downtown Wytheville MEDICAL ARTS PHARMACY Wytheville, Virginia 24382 West Ridge Road Wytheville, Virginia CLINE S BODY SHOP Route 4, Box 205-C Body And Fender Repair PPG Glass Phone: 228-3881 Wytheville, Virginia CLAY FORD TRACTOR SALES, INC. Wytheville, Va. 24382 228-3178 I Christiansburg, Va. 40273 382-2996 Tractors Equipment 106 Ads HOWARD JOHNSON’S k RESTAURANT HOWARD „ jowmonS Exit — 1-77 1-81 Wytheville, Virginia 24382 228-2425 OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY Banquet Facilities RICHARD E. PHILLIPPI, INC. Contractors—Wytheville, Va. 10 Auctions W. JEFF BURTON Licensed Bonded Auctioneer in Virginia and West Virginia 703-928-1413 Bland, VA GOD LOVES YOU FARMERS MILLING AND SUPPLY Calhoun Street Wytheville, Virginia 228-2971 Feed — Fertilizer — Seed Bulk Fertilizer Blending Liquid Nitrogen Spreading kj LOG CABIN RESTAURANT H.G. Fouse, Owner For Banquets, Meetings and Catering U.S. 21, 52, 42 1-77 Bland, VA Phone (703) 688-3511 Ads 107 DUNN MOTORS, INC. Granada — Ford — Thunderbird Mustang — Pinto FORD SALES SERVICE Phone: Main Lot 688-3316 Nights 688-3317 Lot 2 688-3688 Bland, Virginia FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION Wytheville, VA Savings — Accounts — Home Loans KINCER MILLER HARDWARE COMPANY Home And Farm Supplies Storey And Clark Pianos Musical Instruments Hot Point Appliances Zenith T.V. Wytheville, Virginia Compliments Of: DONNKENNY, INC. KENNY CLASSICS, NEXT STOP, XTROVERT JRS., INC., DONNADO Industry Road Wytheville, Virginia 24382 Elden G. Horton — Plant Manager Phone: 228-5521 108 Ads JAY FRED S MARKET Bastian, VA Phone: 668-4402 CARROLL BROTHERS General Merchandise Groceries and Frozen Foods Phone: 928-3655 Rocky Gap, Virginia COCHRANE’S FURNITURE SHACK Steve Cochrane — Owner Bastian, Va. 24314 Box 361 Phone 228-3491 Wytheville, Va. 24382 Compliments of CROWN JEWELERS Wytheville, Virginia Pless Moving Storage Compliments of P.O. Box 361 Phone 228-3491 Wytheville, Va. 24382 BLAND MOBIL SHEET’S SERVICE CENTER WYVE Rocky Gap, Virginia 1280 STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES Agents R.P. (Bobby) Walters 228-2591 WYTHEVILLE PACKING CO. INC. AND LOCKER PLANT Garrett Cochran 228-4252 Radio hack 100 W. Main Street Downtown Wytheville, VA. 228-4231 COLLEEN’S COIFFURE 136 Tazewell St. Wytheville, Va. 228-4882 Open Tues. thru Sat. By appointment Men Women Country Closet BOOSTERS Ruth’s Beauty Salon Dr. P.R. Stubbs, DDS Dr. J.E. Crockett, Jr., DDS K-Lynn Dress Shop Dr. John P. Baumgardner Absher Finance Co., Inc. Dr. S.M. Polakoff Dr. O.J. Campbell, DDS Lorrayne S. Curry Hillside Flower Shop Thomas E. Butt, DDS Atkins Tire Battery Dr. J.R. Willis R.N. Patrick Dorothy M. Wright G.C. Havens Blanche Walker The Log House 1776 Ads 109 Senior Directory JOHN MICHAEL A TWELL — Mr and Mrs. John S. Atwell; FFA treasurer ‘79. vice-president '80; FFA; State delegate to FFA conven- tion. DAVID CAMPBELL BANE — Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Bane; French president '78; Library; FFA; 8th grade. JV. and Varsity basket- ball; Tennis; Bus driver. ROBERT TIMOTHY BAXLEY — Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Jackson Bax- ley; FFA; VICA. MARY ELIZA BETH BO WEN — Mr and Mrs. M H. Bowen. Jr.; 4- H secretary; French; Chess; Library; Newspaper staff; THE ECHO sports editor; JV basketball; Cheerleader; Tennis; Homecoming can- didate 77; Miss Echo candidate '76. ‘80. CHARLES GREEVER CHANDLER III — Mr and Mrs. Charles G. Chandler. Jr.; VICA; 8th grade and JV basketball. PA TRICIA SUE CHEWNING — Mr and Mrs. Robert Chewning; Class reporter '77. secretary '78. reporter '79; FHA reporter '78. vice- president '79. president '80; Library reporter '78, treasurer '79; 4-H president '79; Hilltop News staff'76-80. grade editor '79-80; French; Chorus; Honor Choir '79; FHA; Beta; SC A; FBLA; Cheerleader '78- 80. captain '80; Flag girl; Office worker; THE ECHO photo editor; WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STU- DENTS: Homecoming candidate '78. ‘80. DARLENE CONLEY — Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Conley; FHA historian '80; FHA; FBLA. ILA ANNE CONLEY — Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Conley; Class secretary '76; 4-H reporter '80; Beta treasurer '80; French treasurer '79; FBLA secretary ‘80; FHA song leader '77; Hilltop News staff'77; Bela; French; FHA; FBLA; 4-H; SCA; Cheerleader '78-’79; THE ECHO activities manager; Miss Echo Candidate '78. GERALDINE LEIGH FAULKNER — Mr. and Mrs. Warren Faulkner; Class president '80; FHA recreation leader '79; Library; FHA; FBLA; JV basketball '76; THE ECHO subscription editor; Homeocming Queen '80. ANDREA JANE GORDON — Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gordon; Class treasurer '76; SCA vice-president '79; FBLA vice-president '80; FHA song leader 77; Bela; FBLA; FHA; SCA; JV basketball ‘76. 77; Var- sity basketball '78-'80; Volleyball '79-'80; Mt. Empire All District Team '77; Mt. Empire District Player of the Year '78. ‘79; Varsity cap- tain '78. THE ECHO editor 80; WHO’S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. MICHELLE CHARLENE GRAVLEY — Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gravley; Class treasurer '76- 80; FHA reporter '77. Junior Chapter Degree 77; Beta; FBLA; JV and Varsity basketball; THE ECHO business manager Hilltop News staff'77. feature editor ’78. news editor '79. co-editor-in-chief '80; THE SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79; WHO’S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79-80. MONICA LU GROSECLOSE — Mr. and Mrs. Luther Groseclose; Class chaplain '77. secretary '79-'80; French; LA; FHA; Beta; SCA; THE ECHO copy editor; Homecoming attendant '76; Honor student '77- 78; THE SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79- 80. WILLIAM CRAIG HAMILTON — Mr. and Mrs. CarlS. Hamilton; Class vice-president '76; VICA vice-president '80; FFA; 8th grade basketball. TERRI LYNN HARDEN — Mr. and Mrs. Danny M. Harden; FHA Junior Degree ‘77. chaplain ‘80; SCA; FHA; Varsity Basketball '79; Scorekeeper 80; Tennis '79; Volleyball '80; THE ECHO sports editor; Hilltop News staff '79; Homecoming Senior Attendant '80. James Douglas Harman — Mr. and Mrs. Mevo Harman; FFA secretary '80; Class vice-president '78; FFA; VICA. JAMES MEEK HOGE— Mr and Mrs. Eddie Hoge; FFA; VICA PATRICIA LEE HOLT — Mr. and Mrs. Emory E. Sarver; FHA treasurer '79; FHA. EDDIE DARRELL HOUNSHELL — Mr Harvey Harmon Hounshell; Special Olympics — track and field 77. JAMES FRANKLIN MILLER — Mr. and Mrs. Albert Miller, Jr.; FFA sentinel '78. reporter '80; FFA. CLARENCE KEVIN NEAL — Mr and Mrs. C.P Neal. Jr.; VICA FFA: JV basketball '78. WILLIAM THERON NEWBERRY — Mr. and Mrs. William New- berry; VICA vice-president '79. parliamentarian '80; FFA; VICA; Tennis 77; JV basketball '77; Varsity basketball '78-’80. JOEY WA YNE PA ULEY — Mr. and Mrs. William E. Pauley; FFA; KVG; FBLA; VICA; 8th grade basketball '76; JV basketball ’78. ANITA LYNN RANKIN — Mr and Mrs. Carl F. Rankin; Class vice-president '80; Beta secretary '80; FBLA historian '80; FHA historian '80; Beta; FBLA; FHA; VICA. FRANK ARRON SMITH. JR. — Mr. Frank Smith. Sr.; transferred from Musselman — Class president '76- 77; Varsity football '77- 79; Varsity track; Softball; — Varsity basketball ‘80. FFA. CINDY CHRISTINA UMBARGER — Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Um- barger; FHA Junior and Chapter Degrees. Second vice-president '79. First vice-president '80; FHA; FBLA; JV basketball 76-77; Homecoming Attendant ‘78. ROBIN ZADET UMBARGER — Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Umbarger; Class secretary ‘77, president '78- 79; Beta vice-president '80; FBLA president '80; SCA; FBLA; FHA; Beta; JV basketball '78; THE ECHO copy editor; Miss Echo Candidate 77; Honor student '77- 78; DAR '80; SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 79-’80; WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '80. TAMMY SHU PE UMBARGER — Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Shupe; French; Chorus. DEBORAH LYNN WEBB — Mr. and Mrs. James F. Webb; FHA treasurer '80; FHA. DONNA LEE WEBB — Mr. and Mrs. James F. Webb; FHA secretary '79. reporter '80; VICA secretary '80; VICA; FHA; French; Miss Bland County 1979. KA THRYN SUE WILEY — Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Wiley; Beta presi- dent '80; Class reporter '78. vice-president '79; SCA chaplain '78; Hilltop News staff'78. feature editor '79. Co-editor-in-chief ‘80; THE ECHO business manager ’80; FHA; FBLA; Beta; WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79-'80; THE SOCIETY OF DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79. CARLA KA Y WOLFE — Mr and Mrs. E C. Wolfe. Jr.; FHA repor- ter '79; FHA; Beta; Library; French; THE SOCIETY OF DIS- TINGUISHED AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS '79. ERVIN DALE WRIGHT— Mr. Homer Neal Wright; FFA JAMES TERRY WRIGHT — Mr. and Mrs. William T. Wright; Class chaplain ‘78; FFA; VICA. SAMUEL KIM WRIGHT — Mr. and Mrs. Homer Lee Wright; VICA president '80; FFA; VICA. 110 Sr. Directory Beginning of Ends . . . Now we must bring our story to an end. It is the end of winter and the woods around our country are in full bloom. The joy of summer is bursting in every flower blossom and every warm raindrop. This is both a sad and a happy time. The coaches and athletes have breathed a sigh of relief as the last glove and ball is stored carefully in its place. The mem- bers of each organization have cleaned out their files and collected the last of their dues, and our advertisers have started their summer sales. Our school is only a hollow shell. Classrooms sit vacant and silent, blackboards stay clean, trash cans remain empty. The hallways echo with only memories now; memories of good and bad limes, smiles and tears, beginnings and ends. The Graduating Class of 1980 has said fond goodbyes to our school. They are going out into a vast new unexplored region of life. Adulthood. They don't know what the future holds for them. This marks the end of security and comfortable routine. They know that they must face reality and the aspect is somewhat frightening. They are leaving their friends and families and going out to begin a new life, a new routine. At this moment, their only connection with the past is a piece of paper, a paper representing their freedom from childhood. For the Seniors this is the closing of the door to the high school and the opening of the door to college or marriage or a job and most definitely to responsibility. They know this is a precious moment, a beginning and an end. but they also know that they are prepared for it. For the underclassmen, it's just another summer. Juniors will try to fill the vacant place left by the seniors; and there will be another bunch of short, giggly, pushy eighth graders. This is the beginning of a new decade, the 1980's, and mankind is pushing ahead, searching for a new meaning to life. A feeling of contentment settles on our country, for beginnings and ends will continue forever. Closing III Index Ads — 88-109 Atwell. Johnny — 10. 16. 17, 21. 34, 63. 70 Baby pictures, seniors — 17 Band — 68 Bane. David — 10. 16, 17. 18. 41, 54. 84 Basketball — 74-79 Baxley. Timmy — 10. 16. 17, 19, 63. 70 Beta — 56 Board of Education — 35 Bowen. Mary — 8. 10. 16, 17.21, 55. 67 Bus Drivers — 41 Chandler. Chuck — II. 16. 17. 18. 70 Cheerleaders — 80-81 Chewning. Patty —11.16.17, 20. 40. 55. 56. 59. 60.61. 62. 64. 80 Chorus — 69 Conley. Darlene — II. 16. 17. 19. 40. 61. 72 Conley. Ha — II. 16. 17. 18. 54. 56. 58. 61 Custodians — 41 DAR — 59 Dedication — 36 ECHO Staff— 54-55 Eighth Grade — 31-33 Elementary Personnel — 39 Eleventh Grade — 24-25 Faculty. High School — 37-38 Faulkner. Geraldine — 10. II. 16. 17. 21. 55. 61. 82 FBLA — 61 FFA — 63 FHA — 62 Field Day — 86-87 Fifth Grade — 46-47 First Grade — 49-50 Flag Girls — 59 Fourth Grade — 47-48 French Club — 67 Gordon. Andrea — II. 16. 17. 20. 54. 56. 58. 59. 61. 74. Gravley. Shelly — 10. 12. 16. 17. 21. 54. 56. 60. 61 Groseclose. Monica — 10. 12. 16. 17. 19. 54. 56. 59, 61 Hamilton. Craig — 12. 16, 17, 18, 63. 70 Harden. Terri — 12. 16. 17. 20. 55. 62. 79. 85 Harman. James — 12. 16. 17. 21. 63, 70 Hilltop News Staff — 60 Hoge. Jay — 12, 16. 17. 21. 70 Holt. Trish — 13. 16. 17. 21. 62. 67 Homecoming — 82-83 Honors — 57. 59 Hounshell, Eddie — 13. 16. 17. 19, 71 Junior-Senior Prom — 4 Kindergarten — 51 Library Club — 64 Lunchroom Workers — 40 May Dance — 5 Miller. James — 13. 16, 17, 18. 63 Miss Bland County 1979 — 3 Miss Echo 1980 — 6-7 Multi-Handicap Class — 50 Neat. Kevin — 13. 16. 17. 19. 63. 70 Newberry. Theron — 13. 16. 17, 20. 63. 70. 76. 83. 86 Ninth Grade — 29-30 Office Workers — 40 Pauley. Joey — 13. 16. 17. 19, 61. 70 Rankin. Anita — 10. 14. 16. 17. 19. 56. 61. 62. 70 Safely Patrol — 44 SCA Council — 58 Second Grade — 49 Senior Directory — HO Senior Superlatives — 18-21 Seventh Grade — 44-45 Sixth Grade — 46 Smith. Frank — 14. 16, 17. 18. 63. 76 Society of Distinguished A merican High School Students — 59 Special Education Class — 50 Tennis — 84-85 Tenth Grade — 26-28 Third Grade — 48 Twelfth Grade — 10-15 Umbarger. Cindy — 14, 16. 17. 21. 61. 62 Umbarger. Robin — 14. 16. 17. 19. 54. 56. 59. 61 Umbarger. Tammy — 14. 16. 17. 18 VICA — 70 Vocational — 71 Volleyball — 86 Webb. Debbie — 14. 16. 17. 21. 62 Webb. Donna — 3. 15. 16. 17. 21. 60. 62. 70 Who's Who Among American High School Students — 59 Wiley. Kathryn — 15. 16. 17. 21. 54. 56. 60. 61 Wolfe. Carla — 15. 16. 17. 21. 56 Work Study Students — 41 Wright. Ervin — 15. 16. 17. 18. 66. 70 Wright. Kim — 15. 16. 17, 18. 63. 70 Wright. Terry — 15. 16. 17. 18. 63. 70 112