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

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BCHS-MORE THAN A BUILDING Why Bradley? What made BCHS special enough to merit national honor? Without a doubt, Bradley's programs — academic, voca- tional, organization, and ath- letic — were notable, but Bradley would have just been another cold institution without one primary ingredient, PEO- PLE, those who called them- selves BEARS. The credit first had to go to the 760 sophomores, 650 jun- iors, and 597 seniors who took pride in BCHS and what it rep- resented. Crazy? Yes, the antics of the 1987-88 student body were of- ten unorthordox, but the vital- ity of such students as Melvin Swafford, Amy Conley, Darleah Beard, Lenda Trotter, Marc Taylor, and Paula Panter, was contagious. The success of our educa- Bewitched by the homecoming gala. Paula Sudderth still manages to mix her own special brew of bear aid.” tional enterprise also had to be shared with the more than 100 teachers, administrators, and staff who offered the impetus to making Bradley tops in its class. One thing was evident at Brad- ley. Competition was a welcomed challenge, and Brad- ley Pride often gave us that win- ning edge. Displaying more chrome than a ‘57 Chevy. Brent Roberts prac- tices his driving skills on the simulator. Intent on selecting just the right deco- rative posters, Mitzi Hill prepares for her upcoming los closes de espanol. Opening 5

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In one of those rare mo- ments of stillness, Bradley's mascot Crissy Elrod takes a short break from her usual crazy tumbling antics. Can anyone guess? Lenda Trotter celebrates the Statue of Liberty's 200th birthday in her own special way. Demonstrating that there’s never enough time in a day. teacher Bill Bates strolls to class while studying world news and gingerly inhaling his java. Don't slobber on that book. You might have to pay for it. Overwhelmed by the day's activities. Melanie Arp suc- cumbs to exhaustion.

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WERE TOPS IN OUR CLASS!! Rich! That was the best de- scription one would give to Bradley's heritage and the spectrum of opportunities of- fered Bradley students. Bradley boasted of state championships in girl's basket- ball, boy's basketball, football, and volleyball, and numerous years of contention in other sports. Academically, Bradley con- tinually attempted to innovate and stimulate. Bradley offered Writing down some helpful advice for a friend. Peer Counselor Tonya Green concentrates on doing her job well. 6 Opening Advanced Placement pro- grams in English, history, and math, eliminated ''study'' halls, created early bird classes, and established and after-school study skills program. Coupled with Bradley's fine traditional classes was an equally impressive vocational program which allowed ap- poximately one half of Brad- ley's students to receive train- ing in one of numerous vocations. The 1987-88 school year was blessed with and array of events usually sponsored by dozens of clubs and organiza- tions such as carwashes, spring break trips, sales, field trips, pep rallies. Spirit Week, guest speakers, lock-ins, and banquets. With such an smogasboard of activities, it was difficult to imagine anyone finding Brad- ley life lifeless. i Ain't I cute? Tina Stephenson dis- cards the books for an enjoyable psychology experience with a tiny pug-nosed friend.