Caddo Magnet High School - Odyssey Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Mark Walker CheryI Walpool Alonzo Washington Jocelyn Washington Kristie Weeks Jane Whittington SheryI Wileman Devona Williams Keisha Williams Tammy Williams Chuck Wise Susan Wisterman Verni Wright Martha Yarbrough Michael Young The agony of defeat Occasionally even the best of students stand on the verge of extreme anxiety when one of those “stupid” math prob- lems won’t work out or when they can’t remember what happened on that date. Everyone has had one of those days when they could not retain another ounce of facts and they could not seem to unjumble that mass of confusion inside their heads. They study ali night long for history, do all twenty pages of math homework, and read three chapters in English. When they go to math class every problem is wrong. In Eng¬ lish, they realize that they read the wrong chapters and in history, their mind goes absolutely positively blank. Shay Goines was having trouble comprehending. “IMI never have the entire Algebra chapter finished by next hour. Mr. Scott is going to kill me.” They stare at that test and ask them- selves if it’s worth it. So what if they marry a dog pound owner? Maybe they’11 like shopping at Goodwill. Perhaps the budget will have to be cut down to about one meal a month. They’ve always had a sense of adventure and here’s their chance to roam with the Eskimos hunting for polar bears. Realisitically, what’s the worst that could happen? They could be left at the North Pole to freeze to death with that jolly man that makes toys. If they stay here they’11 be grounded for the weekend without any tele- vision, radio, or friends. Guess it’s time to start packing. Juniors 115

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The thrill of victory . . . Every now and then, school can be as enlightening as Crossing the finish line first with millions of fans cheering you on. Ac ing an English test or meeting your dead- line ahead of time can somehow make late night study sessions and missing “Miami Vice” worthwhile. Magnet offers each student an individual challenge. The areas to excel in are as varied as the students themselves. Every one is given the opportunity to become better in their particular interest, from physics to jazz, and from English to mixed media. Students are individuals, but cohe sive ■ ali sharing an interest to win. Like a team, students work together as friends, Kristen Berg smiled as she put the finishing touches on her map. encouraging each other along the way. Teachers are a main source of encour agement for students. They offer instrue tion and understanding and are responsible for giving a student a challenge. Just as a relay runner is handed a baton, each Mag¬ net student is handed a challenge to take, to run with, and to win. Only through hard work and self confi dence are races won. There is often an occasional defeat, but there is also always another challenge to compete in. It is the thrill of victory that makes downfalls worthwhile and keeps students on their feet and running. By the size of that smile an A must have definately been expected. Danny Stewart Lisa Stewart Marcia Stewart Sarah Stokes Susie Strong Tannis Sweeney Wayne Tatum Jennifer Taylor Keith Thomas Wade Thomas Caroline Tillman 8renda Tipton Duane Trombetta Jennifer Tseng Mike Tucker John Vassar Bryan Vekovius Monica Viso Christy Wainwright Jennifer Walker 114 • Personalities

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Sophomore Class Officers Jennifier Rowe, sophomore secretary, wants to see her classmates become more supportive of Magnet. She feels that this year began in a positive direction with the large amount of students who participated in the election. “I am looking forward to giving the sophomore class my best efforts to make this year the best that they have had, and to raise enough money so that our treasury may reach it s goal. Jennifer came to Magnet to receive an education in academics as well as the performing arts. Dancing, singing, acting, and studying take up the majority of her time. She stated, “These are all things I enjoy so I don ' t mind being so busy.” Felicia Williams, sophomore treasuer, feels that self confidence is an important attribute. She believes that she can accomplish anything she sets her mind to do. She intends to put forth her best for her classmates. Felicia ran for class officer so that she could get involved. She enjoys playing the organ, violin, and the piano. She also likes debating and working with the public. With all of these positive qualities Felicia will have the sophomore class on the move. Corwyn Thomas, sophomore vice-president, feels that being elected to an office bright ens his outlook on American government. He may build a professional career centered around politics someday, but at the present time Corwyn enjoys going to movies and dances with his friends. Around school Corwyn enjoys intramural sports. ‘Intramural sports are really great because the majority of the school gets involved and it really raises the spirit level. Corwyn takes his position as vice-president seriously. While in office he intends to fulfill all his duties and develop more school spirit. Jenny Wise, sophomore president said she felt ‘ major excitement ' ’ and started jump ing up and down with her friends when the results of the election were announced at the dance. She wants to work on uniting the sophomore class and on planning some fund raisers that the entire class can get involved in together. Jenny, who would rather be playing tennis, possesses a style all her own. Wherever Jenny is excitement and fun are always present. With these qualities she will have no trouble reaching her goals as president. 116« Personalities