Bradley Central High School - Ocoeean Yearbook (Cleveland, TN)

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Even during Carson Malone's oral book report, students find time for much awaited humor Walk a Mile in My Shoes A typical day is anything but boring. Classes, crowds, late bells, swinging locker doors, chatter, and smiles. All were part of a typical day at Bradley High. With the shrill call of the 8:20 bell, there was a mad rush for class as students settled down to work. When the devo- tions and announcements crackled over the in- tercom, we knew the day had begun. So this was the bright new tomorrow that yesterday had promised — English tests, forgotten homework, new assignments on the day of a game, drag- ging hours. Sometimes the thought lingered that high school was not all it was cracked up to be. It was quickly forgotten, however, amidst the wholesome smiles and careless chit-chat of 2000 ebullient teenagers. Some were ready to tackle the day with a frenzied zest; others massaged the dark rings under their eyes, exhaling a sleepy yawn. Whatever our frame of mind, the excitement of learning something new usually gave rise to a feverish anticipation of bettering ourselves. Each day satisfied our desire for curriculum and ex- perience. Inevitably, there was always plenty enough of both to be had. Whether standing in the lunch line or deciphering a chemistry equa- tion, students learned to exercise patience and maturity. It was not always thouroughly en- joyable, but the graces we daily practiced would eventually become part of our natural character. Sometimes it really was a chore, but becoming a better person bit by bit was all a part of grow- ing up and using every ounce of the day to our benefit. Lunch was often the most enjoyed segment of the day. Friends were finally able to converse with one another for longer than five minutes. There were also opportunities to play those wonderful pranks on one another, but soon A hall and the cafeteria emptied and it was back to the books. As the seconds ticked on, and 4th period roll- ed into 5th, and 5th evolved to 6th, it seemed no time at all until the morning devotions melted into the afternoon bell. The doors of Bradley then swung closed one more time as we all packed off home to prepare as usual for the coming morrow when we would all filter back in and repeat the grueling schedule once again. Those mornng announcements must start the day off right; so Brooke Hagood takes the task sincerely. Typical Day — Student Life 19

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Relating the chilling tales ol first period. Barbara Satterlietc describes her latest test to Nancy Payne Being a true patriot. J J Hysmger stands at attention durng the morrwig pledge. Emptying into the afternoon sunshine, students move out of “E buiding and progress to their other classes. After a tong 60 minutes it's refreshing to make use of the five minute break between classes. Busy buying their much needed school supplies, ea students prepare for their hard day of labor. 18 Student Life — Typical Day

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All eyes faH on Freddie Mercer as he humors Stephanie Be and Tim Arntz between classes Expecting a witty answer at any moment. Carmen Carden and Km Lange look intently toward Nicole Prince Stepping in Style Going bock to yesteryear — what's next? Did it seem that fashions in '84 were re- flecting those decades earlier? We had straight leg jeans, button-down collars, loafers, and oh yes. we must not forget the mini-skirts. Of course, there were other fashions. As a matter of fact, just about anything worn those days was in fashion, well, anything except for the dreaded long dress and the denim vest. But then again, who were we to say anything if someone wanted to wear one of those? Gag me with a dumptruck! Well, it was like this, if it was not Levi’s, Sebagos, or button-downs, it was not hip.” But couldn’t one have argued that the fashions then were somewhat similar to those of the 50’s and 60’s? We probably wouldn't have said it because we believed we had started the fad. Actually, Levi’s, loafers, and button-downs were worn at the Little Pig Restaurant in the mid 50’s. Hard to believe? Just go home and ask the older generation what they wore and what their hangout was. If the older generation had seen some of those fashions, they would probably have said, Gross me out! Plastic pants, spasmatic hair, zebra suits, and leather skirts, totally awesome! What will the teenager think of next? See- through clothes? That remains to be seen, hopefully not by us! We ask ourselves why were there such fashions in the first place. When you think back, the girls in the 20’s wore their frills while guys wore their tuxes. It sounded like an original idea to our age. What about the 50’s with their poo- dle skirts, Levi’s, and bobbie socks? They were also around in our day, except that we had changed a few poodles to blue and green hippos. 1984 was truly a year of exciting styles which reeked with various vivid colors. It was a year that allowed us to dress in style. Hawaiian Tropic, OP , and Panama Jack may be popular but the true label of all is worn by Tim McCoy and Tamm) Maples. 20 Student Life — Fashion