Calhoun Academy - Sword N Shield Yearbook (Saint Matthews, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1971 volume:

1971 SWORD ’N’ SHIELD South Carolina Volume I The summertime was the magic season when powerful caterpillars began their herculean task of building our school. A Dream Is Con- ceived; A School Is Born In the beginning there was nothing. Our school was without form and void, but the spirit of creation was circulating through the minds of her future citizens. This was the genesis of Calhoun Academy. Masses of faces reflected questioning wonder—what was ahead? Some shook their head while we, groping to fulfill the dreams that only we could reach, constructed a school that began on a shaky foundation. Diminutive in number, enormous in imagination, and infinite in hope we, the inau- gurators, endeavored with stirring hearts and vigorous spirits to build a school to be proud of and one in which to learn. Our dream is now a reality: bricks have been laid, walls painted, and people enrolled. Starting from scratch, starting from nothing, we now are learning about ourselves, our friends, our teachers, our world. 2 Student Life Academics People Organizations Advertisements Contents 4 12 26 54 68 Lugging books in and out of half-painted classrooms. Ken Feryus becomes a diligent slave for his newborn schoolhouse. Dashing out the doors as soon as the 2:20 bell rings, 250 homeward-bound kids malce a quick get-away to the parking lot. leaping for the rebound, these young athletes enjoy a rough, dusty game of outdoor basketball during recess. Student Life Did you see Three Dog Night? When does the game start? We can’t have that test tomorrow! What do you mean get my hair cut? Calhoun Academy’s world is unparalleled in its confusion, curiosity, and most of all, its pleasures. As soon as the bell rings, each student is thrown into a world of equations, theories, philosophies, and endless additional rudiments of education. Lunch is an unbelievable jumble of the latest jokes, the Gamecock scores, and gripes about that unwritten term paper. Test tubes, textbooks, and ham sandwiches, however, do not completely reflect the image of our school. People, as indi- viduals, strive for a better education to learn also about the things not found in any books. These are the things that make our school so great; these are the things that are such a vital part of “student life. 4 Reflections of dilly doing l eain on the faces of the sixth grade during an experiment of sensory perception. Animated Amateurs Man the Paint Bucket Brigade Splatter! Splotch! Oops! These were familiar sounds around our unfinished schoolhouse during the latter days of August before school officially began. Painters— profes- sionals and otherwise— were gathered from all around the countryside to help coat our walls with the ’ole familiar yellow and green (some strange mixtures sometimes, too). Buckets, paintbrushes, and a lot of fun were shared by the enthusiastic Cavaliers. Young and old alike enjoyed trying out new painting techniques on noses, people, and occasion- ally, the walls. But soon everyone got down to business, and the school was completely painted after three laborious nights. Late hours pooped the painters but they stumbled home only to return faithfully the next night. So everybody under our Alma Mater's roof is appreciative for the energetic, industrious, ladder-climbing, paint-spilling bunch who de- voted their free time to make our new school bright. The desks have arrived! John Barnhill, John David Stoudenmire, and Lawrence Wienges assemble these human receptacles. Teachers '‘Groovy Goddard. Bunches Stonestreet, and Historic” Haigler throw aside their sophistication to help adorn the walls in the library with green “gunk.” Virginia Gressette is alreadv a professional painter while sister Felicia is still earning her apprentice's license. Industrious first-floor window cleaners polish the glass at Calhoun Academy to create a shimmering spectacle. Acting as supervisor. Mrs. Winnie Wannamaker roams the halLs looking for an unsuspecting loafer. II 7 Tacky Day Tickles The Students What was happening? Why were all the students wearing faded dungarees, ragged T-shirts, and dirty sneakers? What were the teachers doing wearing sweatsuits, dungarees, and mod clothes? Relax—the school’s dress code wasn’t changed—it was only Tacky Day! The day started with each student's trying to look sloppier than his fellow classmates. Later during the day, the student hodv voted on Tacky Teacher, Tacky Girl, and Tacky Boy. While the votes were being counted, the students amused themselves: some played records, some picnicked, and some fun-loving students attempted such dances as the bunny hop and the roach. Assembly was called after the votes were counted, and Mrs. McLauchlin and Jeanne Phillips were named Tacky Teacher and Tacky Girl, respectively. Donnie Porth was named Tacky Boy. At 12:00 the students gleefully ran from the academy, ready for the Christmas holidays. Christmas Carols echo through the halls—the omnipresent spirit of Christmas joyfully prevails. 8 Students stare with amazement at Mrs. Ellen Shirer, who. once their math teacher, has turned “hippie.” Cool Cat” Alan Arant and his fellow weirdos adjust the tape player in the Freshmen’s homeroom discoteque. 9 With gleeful faces, the Cavaliers frolic alxmt Wade Hampton’s gym after winning a victory that gives them the trophy. The boys roar Two Bits”; this unique cheering squad boosts the girls and amuses its audiences. Scraped knees and aching bones accompany many recesses, but with the tender loving care of her teacher, Carol Furtick smiles. 10 I People, We Can Feel It; Love Is Everywhere Zap! As soon as we walk through the doors at Calhoun Academy a distinctive atmosphere hits us smack in the face. Our school itself is a symbol of achievement through co- operation of people, jet-propelled to infinite heights of at- tainment. Even though it is just a little red schoolhouse with twelve classrooms, faces reflect such abstract qualities as appreciation, determination, and power-packed ambition. Overworked teachers give all they have, and more, to the education of the people of tomorrow. Homework still plagues students. Shakespeare bequeaths time-consuming assignments to his analyzers. Algebra equa- tions tend to warp the mind, and the basis of geometry is still formed by endless numbers of postulates. Getting down to the nitty-gritty of life at Calhoun Academy, accomplishment overrules study hours. Victory and defeat, on the soccer field or the basketball court, mold determi- nation and synthesize invaluable team spirit. The enthusiasm of a teacher, the concern of a coach, the benevolence of a friend—“people, you can feel it, love is everywhere. Mrs. Milly McLauchlin seems to have some weird scheme that is shared by several attentive comrades. Swiping a donut, subfreshman Jim Dantzler tries to escape, but does not elude M rs. Elaine Haigler’s watchful eye. 11 Laboratory equipment and scientific wonders captivate Mary Frances Buyck during an earth science experiment. Intently concentrating, Elizabeth Fairey makes up an English test in the lonely teachers’ lounge. Academics Battered brains hover over volumes late one night before tomorrow's exam. Confusing theories increase the complexity of comprehension. Everyone undergoes these experiences. But Calhoun Academy, in its first year, has instilled a feeling of pride for its academics. A heated argument, an editorial, or just a general discussion, widens our sphere of scholastic depth. New courses develop different angles in the life of an indi- vidual. The routine of school, which usually becomes grind- ing, is animated by thoughtful teachers willing to exceed their duty and students eager to learn. Scholastics are a very relevant portion of our curriculum; hard work in a friendly atmosphere dawns on a new era, the one of Calhoun Academy. is Individual attention is the core of education, devotedly performed by patient instructors. 13 In his most professional manner, John David Stoudenmire proves a theorem to the geometry class. With level-headed concentration. Billy Wardlaw solves for x in his algebra equations assigned for homework. Mathematics Formulates Logical Thought Students of math gained ability and experience in handling problems of all sorts as their knowledge of angles, quadratics, and formulas increased. The courses of study in the math department at Calhoun Academy included Algebra 1 and II, geometry, and College analysis. The development of students’ minds was nourished through continuous drill and practice. Patience was required on the part of both students and teachers as the learning process progressed, for memorization and realization, as well as simple learning, became tedious tasks which required hours of hard work and concentration. Jeanne Phillips cautiously calculates a mixture problem on Mrs. Shirer s algebra test. The study of fractions and decimals occupies Dennis Ntoudemnire's un- divided attention during math workshop. Disgust often accompanies geometry proofs, but Faye Lowery resolutely figures out the correct postulates. 15 Science Fuses Inquisitive Energies It is the nature of man to lie curious about all things. Thus the field of science came into being. Questions concerning the tide, moon, stars, universe, and matter were answered as the subfreshmen delved into earth science. Freshmen studied the force, energy, and power in physical science, while sophomores learned about animals, plants, and forms of life in biology. The future scientists of the world became engrossed in the process of learning formulas, valences, and charges in chemistry. Our Senior was involved in the com- plexity of physics as she sought the comprehension of elec- tricity and heat. Sciences forced the mind to concentrate, mature, and strengthen as students reached for, grasped, and applied principles. Here is one for Ripley's BELIEVE IT OR NOT—Karen Prickett finds something amusing on her science exam. Scanning the question on his biolog)’ exam. Chuck Wylie prepares to record his answers. Billy Wardlaw deliberates over problems involving mechanical energy in his physical science class. Julie Beth Shuler ponders the complexities of deoxyribonucleic acid and all the little nucleotides and ribosomes. laboratory experiments help eighth grade students understand the in- tricacies of earth science. Cheryl Fields carefully fills in her social studies exam as she strives for a good grade. History Is ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ Mrs. Elaine Haigler, with her various classes of history, led her students on a magic carpet ride into the past. Our Senior studied such ancient civilizations as the Persians, Greeks, Romans and Egyptians, and their influence on today’s world. From the landing at Plymouth to the election of President Nixon, other students traced the history of their country. Hot debates erupted from past and present issues, developing the minds of young thinkers. Each six weeks, frustration struck; oral reports were due, and suddenly there was a stampede to the library to get sufficient references. Everyone managed to pull through, however, and quite often some real diplomatic talents were revealed. Geography provided a world-wide cross section of people and their civilizations. Miss Henriann Goddard cultivated the knowledge of her students by assigning individuals spe- cific culture regions on which they made extensive research. The studies were very up-to-date, informing the ninth grade about modem life around the world. “States’ Rights! demanded John C. Calhoun in the halls of Congress during the nineteenth century. Other famous characters in South Carolina’s history were brought to life in our state's past, as the seventh grade learned how people of all times came together to make a prosperous state for the people of today. Lynn Grubbs anxiously scans her U.S. History test before handing it in- 18 Can war be justified? This question perplexes Mrs. Haigier's U.S. History class. Miss Henriann Goddard is as fascinated as her seventh grade history class by a South Carolina history book published in 1898. 19 Foreign Airs Pollute Classrooms Through the halls of Calhoun Academy ring the greetings of friends and classmates in the customary “Bonjour!” Latin declensions and conjugations make frequent appearances on the chalk boards. Guided tours of ancient Rome and contem- porary France are carried out each day in class as students translate dialogue concerning current events in the life of a Frenchman, and the travels of Aeneas as well as the Trojan War. Foreign language plays an important part in the curriculum because it not only gives a student a sense of accomplishment but also provides a basis for modern-day desires, com- munication, explanation, understanding, and compassion. Then, too, it makes English appreciated much more. French II managed to captivate the attention of Jill Banks who seriously studies foreign vocabulary. Absorbed in Caesar’s Gallic Wars, Diane Parrish develops her knowledge of the ancient Roman world. Getting through with the English class early, Sallie Dent starts to prepare her lesson for the next day. Always willing to help. Mrs. Stonestreet explains the fundamentals of English grammar to Jamie Inahinet. Finding English very boring, Ben Dant ler sleeps until the bell rings to go home. English Is Communication English was placed in the high-ranking bracket of education at Calhoun Academy. This course proved to be of interest to all students no matter what their abilities and talents, for in some phase of the work involved, each student found some measure of success. Such phases included creative writing of a book report or term paper, the reading of Shakespeare, Emerson, Hawthorne, or Longfellow, the basic study of sentence patterns and structure, vocabulary, or public speaking. The high value put upon the use of correct grammar is important in all walks of life. The college desired to be attended, the acceptance of a promising friend, as well as one’s future vocation, may well be determined according to the display of knowledge and accuracy in the use of the English language. 22 Always doing her best, Debbie Adams works very diligently doing her English classwork. The grading system puzzles Julie Beth Shuler after examining her English test paper. Bookworms Infest Study Hall Study Hall—ah! This was the time of day most anticipated in the life of a student. Here one was free to ponder the points of lessons impressed on his mind. He was free to rest from the cares and concerns of lecturing teachers and to buckle down to deep, concentrated inner thoughts. Naturally, during this time, there were occasional whispers as annual layouts and copies, next month’s newspaper, and geometry were discussed. There were also occasional basket- ball games at the trash can as students discovered their thinking wasn't quite along the line of the teachers' thoughts. Here imagination had the material and opportunity to run wild and burst from its container, better known as the mind. The struggle and concentration of students in study hall produced ingenious ideas. Whether the product of these geniuses terminated the struggle of a proof or created some- thing funny enough to make the teacher crack a smile, study hall was the place where minds were stimulated and knowl- edge was gained. Studv hall, a time for unique personalities to emerge, is exploited by juniors Dan Sturkie, Terry Saylor, and Ben Dantzler. 24 The library, usually filled with study hall fugitives, is now occupied by diligent students Marsha Feryus and Beverly Felton. The length of his hair does not prevent Alan Arant from utilizing his study hall to its desired extent. Busdrivers—Lawrence Wienges, Dargan Etheridge, and Jake Summers—do an excellent job of transporting students to and from school. Working many hard hours, custodian Rol ert Jamison makes sure our school is in top-notch shape. People Generation (lap? Calhoun Academy offers an extensive link among teachers, students, parents, and directors. A connect- ing chain of common concern rivets people and their opin- ions. Long hours of tedious toil have been shared by young and old alike. Learning to live together is one of the most solid, authentic attributes of our school. Bogged down in the malignant depths of academics, how- ever, some students seem to find Calhoun Academy’s chal- lenge more than they can handle. Day after day, to them life does no more than present a harder algebra problem, another history test, or that impossible science exam. For some, report cards carry an ominous cloud of disappoint- ment. “I don’t understand; I hate this place!” Such are the feelings of a few, not many, but enough to influence others. Youth- timepieces of perplexity are searching. Where are the an- swers? Are they found only in time’s book of knowledge? Calhoun Academy still stands for some to merely accept, others to despise, but more than these, for most to admire with a living sense of responsibility and sincere appreciation. 26 27 Administration Leads School to Prosperity Winston Churchill, Alexander the Great, Napoleon—our Board of Trustees can readily be compared to these ener- getic, perceptive men. Building a school takes never-ending patience, prudence, and the helping hands of everyone. Our directors have made a dream a reality; in January, Calhoun Academy was a mere sheet of paper; in August, not just a building, but people working together. Another helping hand under our roof was Mrs. Shirley Cul- elasure. Filing, typing, keeping records, trying to track down us crazy kids—all these tasks occupied her day and made her a popular personality in our school. Always busy at something, Mr. Gregorie Calhoun added to the liveliment of each school day. His job began long before September the eighth, with painting, mopping, l ook- keeping—you name it! Although his duties were innumer- able, they were performed with excellence. Algebra, physics, and college analysis seemed to be his thing” and took three periods of his day. Mr. Calhoun also shared the sweat, scrapes, and aching bones of the soccer team as their coach. Better known as Gregg, our Headmaster was the nucleus of leadership at Calhoun Academy. Mrs. Culdasure and her trusty copying machine spent manv trying hours together. Headmaster Gregorie Calhoun demonstrates his artistic talent while paint- ing the library. Calhoun Academy’s Board of Trustees does a commendable job of pulling our school together. Pictured are Blake Prince, Joe Wannamaker, Lawrence Cressette, Roger Hill, and Gregorie Calhoun. Not pictured is Dr. T. Elliot Wannamaker. Taking a break from the usual barrage of students. Mr. Calhoun studies our recommendation for accreditation. 29 Mrs. Cleo Dnensing illustrates her patience while overseeing her eager first graders. Mrs. Mary Etta Stabler's students take advantages of her readiness to assist them. Danny Hane seems captivated as Mrs. Thelma Hicklin explains his arith- metic problems. 30 Teachers Are Qualified Mrs. Cleo Duensing, a graduate of the University of South Carolina, taught first grade this past year. She has had thirty-six years of experience in her vocation. After having taught for ten years at St. Matthews Elemen- tary, Mrs. Graze Zimmerman taught second grade at Cal- houn Academy this past year. Mrs. Zimmerman graduated from the University of South Carolina with an A.B. degree in Education. Mrs. Thelma Hicklin graduated from Aynor High School and Winthrop College. She left St. Matthews Elementary School to teach third grade at Calhoun Academy. Coming to Calhoun Academy from Elloree was Mrs. Belle Perrow. She graduated from Columbia College with a major in Elementary Education. Mrs. Perrow taught fourth grade. Mrs. Mary Etta Stabler taught fifth grade this past year. She attended the University of South Carolina and Columbia College and graduated from Winthrop College. Maintaining the interest of her students Mrs. Belle Perrow explains the importance of education. Mrs. Grace Zimmerman is always ready to spend extra time with interested students. Instructors Are Friends Besides coaching girls' basketball, Mrs. Judy Lambert taught the sixth grade. She graduated from Cross High School and furthered her education at Winthrop College and the Cita- del. At the University of South Carolina Mrs. Lambert received her M.S. degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Judy Bull graduated from Columbia College with a major in English. In addition to serving as librarian and advisor of the Lance, Mrs. Bull taught English. Bamberg Elementary and Bamberg High School are the places Mrs. Elaine Haigler received her early education. She graduated from Lander College with a major in history. She taught history this past year. Furman University was the school from which Mrs. Martha Stonestreet graduated. She went to North Charleston High School as a young girl. This year she taught French 1, math and English. Mrs. Milly McLauchlin, a native of St. Matthews, graduated from St. Matthews High School, and received a B.S. degree in Natural Sciences from Newberry College. Furthering her education, Mrs. McLauchlin received her M.S. degree in Experimental Technology from the Medical University of South Carolina. Better known as “Milly Mac,” Mrs. McLauchlin taught physical science, earth science, biology, chemistry, and pre-algebra. Mrs. Judy Lambert listens thoughtfully and intently to a student’s question. Demonstrating the proper pronunciation of irregular verhs, Mrs. Martha Stonestreet leads her Frencn class. 32 Mrs. Milly McLauchlin emphatically answers a student’s query on ionic charges. Smiling as she writes. Mrs. Judy Bull makes a note for her next class. Mrs. Elaine Haigler studies intently as she prepares her next history lesson. Dr. Lewis Stabler explains the passl compose to French 11 student. Caroline Livingston. Trying very earnestly, Mrs. Ellen Shirer helps Terry Saylor prove the congruence of two triangles. Mrs. Mary Lou Dove gestures while she explains a physical science problem to her Freshmen Class of future scientist. 34 Faculty Trains Students To Think Miss Henriann Goddard graduated from St. Matthews High and Newberry College. Before coming to Calhoun Academy, Miss Goddard taught at Aiken Junior and Senior High School. •This year she taught history, geography, and English, and she was also the advisor for the SWORD ’N’ SHIELD. As guidance counselor, Mrs. Ellen Shirer was responsible for giving tests, providing pamphlets about scholarships, and helping students decide about their future. In addition to being guidance counselor, Mrs. Shirer taught math and Latin I and II. She taught at Cameron and St. Matthews high schools before coming to Calhoun Academy. Besides being headmaster of Calhoun Academy, Mr. Gre- gorie Calhoun taught physics, algebra, and advanced math. Mr. Calhoun graduated from the University of South Caro- lina and then attended graduate school at the University of British Columbia, where he majored in geophysics. Dr. Lewis Stabler taught French II this past year. Before coming to St. Matthews, Dr. Stabler resided in Georgia, where he taught at Bessie Tift College. Mrs. Mary Lou Dove came to the academy second semester to relieve Mrs. McLauchlin of two of her science classes. Mrs. Dove graduated from Southeastern High School in Detroit, Michigan. Then she furthered her education at Albion College in Albion, Michigan, where she majored in Home Economics. Complexities of English grammar are explained fully to the Junior Class by Miss Henriann Goddard. Being very attentive, the Algebra II class listens to Mr. Calhoun explain the quadratic formula. 35 Senior Is An Impelling Force Being first was our Senior’s major role at Calhoun Academy. Her graduation marked a precedent for others to follow, an ambition for which others may strive. Beverly Zeigler received the first diploma from our school, and represented a proud symbol of patience, intelligence, and a giant step of achievement. Blue and Gold were her colors, for she was a jumpity, rebounding guard on the basketball team, and as a cheer- leader, she helped pep up the entire student body. Beverly showed her literary talents as co-editor of the newspaper and as copy writer for the annual, and her ability to organize as a member of the Student Council. Beverly has admitted that being the only one in a class made it rather difficult to escape homework. Tutoring was new to her, but the “lone star remained alert and perceptive to her subjects. With the Juniors as her comrades, Beverly helped make her graduating year a year of birth for the school, a year of success for her, and a year of proud memories for all who were behind her. With her classic form and steady hand Beverlv Zeigler attempts a foul shot. Marsha Feryus attacks a chocolate cake with ravenous Robert Furtick looking on. The Juniors' prize winning door and their tacky day attire are fine examples of their good taste and originality.” Conscientious students, Anne Huff and Sammie Kirven, spend every availa- ble minute cramming for exams. Taking the teachers' role during a math workshop. Senior Beverly Zeigler helps Jeanette Rucker. 37 Juniors Incite Participation Riots What period is the meeting? How many boxes of stationery have you sold? When are we going to the beach? What time is practice? When are we going to raffle off the tape player? What kind of cake are you bringing? When are we going to take the SAT? These were the questions most often heard in the Junior Class during the year. Upper most in everyone’s mind was the fact that the junior- classman was gradually getting closer to the end of that long stretch of a very important part of his life. Just one more year and he would be sent out into the world, surely with high hopes. During the Junior year, many little things began to be more important, and many things thought to be important were found not to be. The Juniors at Calhoun Academy showed their ambition and concern by taking an active part in all school activities. From the Junior Class came the Student Body president and vice-president as well as other members of the Student Council. To other school activities, the Junior Class contrib- uted five cheerleaders, a newspaper-editor, soccer players, co-editors of the annual and staff workers, members of the pep band, basketball players, and last but by no means least, good students. All members of the Junior Class worked very hard on the class projects so that they could take their vacation together at the beach. The sale of stationery netted them over $150.00 in profit. The cake sales and car washes were very successful, and the raffling off of a tape player before Christmas added to their success story. The Juniors worked hard and enjoyed every minute of it, but without Miss Coddard's wise counseling, unlimited pa- tience, and untiring efforts to help, none would have been possible. The Juniors of Calhoun Academy salute Miss God- dard. This was a most unforgettable year. Class officers were as follows: President John David Stou- denmire, Vice-President Elaine Ray, and Secretary-Treasurer Marion Sigmon. Beverly Felton Marsha Feryus Anne Huff Sammie Kirven Caroline Livingston Faye Lowerv Donnie Portn Reba Prince 38 Elaine Hav Terry Savior Marian Sigmon John David Stoudenmire Dan Sturkie lake Summers Win Anne Wannamaker Bert Weeks Xennie Weeks Lawrence Wienges 39 Jill Banks Edie Ruth Corley Ray Crider Vickie Crider Violet Crider Lynn Grubbs Paula Hutto tamie Inabinet 'atricia Kizer Betty Rose Phillips Don Rickenbaker Wayne Rickenbaker Stacky Riley Cam Shuler Julie Beth Shuler Dinah Strickland Brenda Wannainaker Marge Wannamaker Carl Weeks Bonnie Westbury 40 Sophomores Meet Expectations The Sophomore Class was well represented in sports activi- ties this year. From this class came soccer players, basketball players, and cheerleaders. Biology proved to be an enemy to some students. They just had to learn how to study for so different a subject. Then there were the Algebra II debates that seemed to creep in almost every day. The arguments took place over such things as inequality graphs, linear functions, and quadratic- equations. All assignments were more difficult and teachers expected more from the tenth grade student. Class officers were as follows: President Marge Wannamaker, Vice-President Paula Hutto, and Secretary-Treasurer Don Rickenbaker. Raiding the refrigerator, Joyce Whetstone helps the Student Council pre- pare the day’s hamburger order. Study hall provides a quiet time for Dinah Strickland to catch up on her day's assignments. Joyce Whetstone feula Wolfe Chuck Wylie 41 Debbie Adams Alan Arant John Barnhill David Bull Ricky Crider Sallie Dent Joe Fairev Brenda Felton Cherly Fields Robert Furtick Felicia Gressette Marguerite Kohn Virginia Livingston Janet Parler Diane Parrish Virginia Livingston is fascinated bv the beautifully decorated Christmas tree that was in the hall during Christinas. 42 Taking time off from studying, Alan Arant and Jim Sturkie clean the windows in Miss Goddards room. Freshmen Create Gym Fund The lowly Freshmen at Calhoun Academy proved to be anything but lowly. From this class came basketball players, soccer players, workers on the newspaper and annual staffs, and active student council members. A small group of Freshmen started a fund to raise money to build a gymnasium. Their projects included the selling of cakes, note paper, and stationery. Class officers of the ninth grade were as follows: President Alan Arant, Vice-President Jeanne Phillips, Secretary Robert Furtick, and Treasurer John Barnhill. Jeanne Phillips Gwen Porth Jeanette Rucker Randy Spigner Cathy Stanfield Jim Sturkie Rhett Tabor Ray VV’actor Hills Wardlaw Kent Wannainaker 43 Mary Frances Buyck Jim Dantzler Beverly Duke Ken Feryus Becky Green Virginia Gressette {o Ann Hammond ,vn Hane Winnie Hicklin Rosemary Inahinet Jan Kcmmerlin Susie Lowder John Lyons Paula Warier Julie Peterkin Subfreshmen Author Ludicrous Stories The Subfreshmen found the eighth grade a startling change from the seventh. American history was found to be a great challenge. To help other students better understand the history of the United States, some pupils drew diagrams to illustrate their reports. Seldom was it that their room did not have at least a few sketches on the bulletin boards. The English workshop seemed to produce good grammar and good taste in stories written by eighth graders. The imaginative and true narrative stories ranged from a new version of Goldilocks to one about a nearly-amputated toe. The Subfreshmen sold programs for the basketball game with Willington. They also sold doughnuts this year. This devel- oped into a competitive race between the boys and the girls as to who would sell the most. Class officers were as follows: President Tina Smoak, Vice- President Ken Feryus, Secretary Beth Wannamaker, and Treasurer Rosemary Inabinet. Jim Dantzler grabs a stack of books when the last bells ring. Tina Smoak Eddie Spires Warren Strickland Thomas Summers David Suttlemyre John Allen Vamadore Beth Wannainaker Pattie Williams Clifton Zeigler Steve Zeigler 45 Greta Buyck listens with intent interest as her comrade describes the thickness of her book. Seventh grader Beth Inabinet quenches her thirst at the Upper School water fountain. Ray Arant Vickie Ayers Betsy Banks Dennis Bates Julie Bolton Greta Buyck Katie Byrd Dannctte Gaskin Beth Inabinet Hence I.ake Larry Livingston Willy Peterkin Karen Pricket t Earl Sikes Benjie Sin oak 46 Nancy Spigner Berley Stabler Dennis Stoudenmire David Summers Faye Wactor Wallace walling Lu Ann Wannamaker Stephen Watson Mickey Weeks Ann Marvin Whetstone Seventh Grade Gambles for New Gym Ambition, enthusiasm, and spirit—these words describe the seventh graders. They did more than their part to help raise money for the construction of a new gym. The sales of raffle tickets on a portable radio proved to be profitable as did the chances on cakes sold at all home basketball games. Members of this class took part in all activities of the school. Mounting ambition of participation on soccer and basketball teams, as well as the annual and newspaper staffs, made a outstanding mark on the prosperity of our school. Class officers were as follows: President Hence Lake, Vice- President Greta Buyck, and Secretary-Treasurer Mickey Weeks. Fainting the halls before the opening of school seems to be an enjovable task for Lu Ann Wannamaker. 47 Sixth Graders Are Cosmopolites The sixth grade was one of the more active units of Calhoun Academy this year. They worked well together in and out of class to help better their school. They had two rummage sales, raised over forty dollars, and purchased a volleyball set for the school. The sixth graders were just as active in class activities. They especially enjoyed their geography projects which included scrapbooks and individual studies of the countries. The highlight of the year was their visit to the Charleston Museum and the Old Charles Town Landing. One of the most impressive exhibits there was the animal forest with its live animals and enchanting forest. Mrs. Lambert’s sixth grade will never forget their last year in the Lower School, but each looks forward to equally exciting and challenging years in the Upper School. First semester class officers were as follows: President Mary Stewart Knight, Vice-President Krulien Fairey, Secretary Cindy Carson, Treasurer Glenda Chastain, and Class Re- porter Renee Buyck. Second semester officers were as fol- lows: President Linda Rickenbaker, Vice-President Luci Neal Wannamaker, Secretary Claire Wannamaker, Treasurer Carol Furtick, and Class Reporter Wendy Culclasure. Renee Buyck Cindy Carson David Carson Clenda Chastain Wendy Culclasure Krulien Fairey Carol Furtick Johnny Hane Elizabeth Hazen Robert Hicklin Mary Stewart Knight Anne Lyons Brenda Porth Linda Rickenbaker Claire Wannamaker 48 Fifth Grade Visits Legislature Interesting and lively discussions on such subjects as science, states, and geometry were a trademark of Mrs. Stabler’s fifth grade this year. The class studied the handicapped, such as Helen Keller, in literature. Each student made a folder on two states of his choice in their study of United States geography. The highlight of the year was a trip to the South Carolina General Assembly, where the class was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Othneil VVienges and in the Senate by Senator L. Marion Gressette. This class formed their own library. Each student brought books to school and the class collected over seventy books. First semester class officers were President Jeff Inabinet, Vice-President Elizabeth Fairey, Secretary Sara Stabler, and Treasurer Melody Inabinet. Second semester class officers were President Jim Banks, Vice-President Barbara Ann Hoff- man, Secretary Melody Inabinet, and Treasurer Sara Stabler. Jim Banks Jane Carson Elizabeth Fairey David Grubbs Chervl Heckle Elizabeth Hicklin Barbara Ann Hoffman Jeff Inabinet Melody Inabinet Charlene Jones William Ott Bonnie Rickenbaker Sandra Rourk Judy Smith Sara Ann Stabler Tern- Suttlemvre Annette Walling David Wannamaker 49 Fourth Grade Travels The fourth grade learned many interesting things about different places this year. They made imaginary trips to Mokil, an island in the Pacific, and to Ecuador, Alaska, Norway, and Saudi Arabia. Many of the pupils made small scale deserts and oases to help the others understand how and why people live the way they do in foreign places. In December the fourth grade won the prize in the Christmas Door Contest in the Lower School. For Valentine’s Day everyone made Valentine Bags. The fourth grade also expe- rienced exams for the first time. Class officers of the fourth grade were President Martin Banks, Vice-President Linda Carroll, Secretary Vickie Kem- Science was a particularly enjoyable subject this year. The class studied such subjects as the heart and plants and ani- mals. , , , Lamar Adams Martin Banks Linda Carroll merlin, and Treasurer Denise Wannamaker. Barry Chastain Hal Dantzler Eddie Etheridge Bill Felton Libby Green Marion Gressette Gail Heckle Michael Hill Vanda lumper Vicki Kemmerlin Becky McNeil Pam my Rickenbaker Chris Spigner Michael Summers Carolyn Vamadore Denise Wannamaker Mary Jo Wannamaker Grover Young Laurie Zimmerman 50 Will Barron Susan Rhett Culclasure Gregory Geiger Jackie fcriffin Melinda Griffin Dannv Hane Dale Heckle Tammie Heape Sonya Hill Lori Inabinet Third Graders Are Junior Scientists Mrs. Hicklin kept her third grade very busy this year, and their studies were interesting and informative as well as enjoyable. The third graders were particularly captivated by the scien- tific experiments in class. They were eager to learn as much as possible about the electric, chemical, and magnetic pro- perties introduced to them. They also enjoyed celebrating the birthdays of such early American Presidents as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln by learning more about them on their birthdays. Most significantly, the third graders learned the importance of organization and concentration on their school work. Mrs. Hicklin hesitates briefly during the third grade's Christmas party to give the students their copy of the luince. 51 Second Graders Join Lucky Book Club The second graders improved their ability in the three R’s—reading, ’riting, and ’rithmetic. During the second se- mester they learned to write in the cursive fashion, known as “real writing.” While studying a unit on the circus, the class decorated their room with pictures of clowns and circus animals. They also wrote poems about the circus. Through a paper, “News Ranger,” the second graders joined the Lucky Book Club, collected many books, and acquired new knowledge. Mark Barron Barry Bates Bruce Burns Robbie Carroll Jerry Chastain Isabella Fairev Timothy Felder Alex Hicklin Debbie Hill Carol Jackson Sherrie Jones Joseph Lyons Jimmie Porth Jay Robinson Debra Rudd Joe Henry Smith. Ill Marv Lvnn Smith Donnelle Spigner James Edward Vamadore John R. W'annamaker 52 First Graders Begin The first graders adjusted well to their initial school days. They got that long-awaited opportunity to learn to read and write. New math taught them the fundamentals of arithmetic. Christmas proved to be a time of joy for all. Exchanging gifts with friends was exciting. On Valentine’s Day the little girls finally found out who admired them the most by seeing who had put valentines in their bags. The favorite time of all was, however, that part of each day when Mrs. Duensing read from a large storybook. Many parents enjoy open house as much as the students and teachers. Jav Amaker Susan Arant Ken Banks Karinen Bickley Bonnie Bradv Dargan Culclasure Todid Culclasure Jane Green Delxjrah Jean Golson Lawrence Hoffman David Lewis Dode Pricket t Ricky Rickenbaker Irle Segars Johnnie Shirer Tim Strickland Hester Summers Jo Ellen Wannamaker Robin Wilson Jan Wingard 53 Soccer, a new sDort in our area, puzzles many of the spectators by its strange rules and rapid motion. John Wienges gets set for a shot as he practices with the team. Organizations Long, tedious hours spent in practicing, putting the newspa- per together, and writing the handbook are a characteristic trait of the organizations of Calhoun Academy. These orga- nizations have played a vital role in our scholastic social ladder. Other groups, though not official organizations, have been active in collecting for sundry causes. Our organizations have brought about very definite results. The athletic program has prospered, a chemical laboratory has been established, a food program has been installed, playground equipment has been provided, plans for an addi- tional building and a gym have been initiated, and a yearbook and a periodic newspaper have been published. These ad- vances, walking hand in hand with the spirit of the Cavaliers, make our school a symbol of proudest admiration. 54 With exuberant spirits. Cavaliers present Mrs. Judy Lambert, girls' coach, with the glistening trophy won during the regional tournament in March. 55 Soccer Sparks Soaring Spirit A new sport to St. Matthews, soccer, was introduced to the boys at Calhoun Academy by Mr. Gregorie Calhoun, who was assisted by Reverend Bill Watson. In the blistering, hot, dry weather of September and October, dust flew high, and the boys soon shared the scrapes and bruises of this rough sport. Practice took place in the school’s parking lot where laps were as long as the nearby cow pasture. Exhausting practices toughened the Cavaliers and gave them a winning season. The (irst soccer game was played against Willington at the Southern Methodist College. The Cavaliers defeated them 6-0 in a very well-played game. The Patriots were granted a rematch, only to lose again, 10-1. Calhoun Academy suf- fered the only loss of the season to Wade Hampton Academy by a score of 8-2. Next journeying to Fort Jackson, the Cavaliers played an action-packed thriller. Coming from behind, they added another win of 4-3 to their record. As the season came to a close, the boys had built stamina, good judgement, and the valuable asset of team spirit. The soccer team spent many tiresome hours practicing and preparing for their action-packed Wade Hampton game. � . 5 ■ ii ■ Chuck Wvlie hastily moves in to meet the ball in the Wade Hampton game. Coach Gregorie Calhoun demonstrates tricky soccer moves Front How: Jim Sturkie. Rhett Taber. Larrv Livingston. Stephen Watson. Mickey Weeks, Jim Dantzler. Back Row: John Allen Vamadore. Sammie Kirven. Lawrence Wienges, Cregg Calhoun (coach). Chuck Wvlie. Dan Sturkie. Nor pictured Ray Crider. Girls Reach Impressive Goals Fighting all the way, the Cavalier lassies had a successful and memorable year. Along with victory and defeat, the girls learned the skill of working together. The Cameron gym was the Cavalier Castle from October to March, and with its traditional atmosphere, provided a “home for the team. On each day of practice, fourteen eager faces appeared in order to learn the art of basketball. Freeshots, lay-ups, and hundreds of laps shaped the girls to top physical condition. Each day enthusiasm gained im- petus and was soon red-hot. During Christmas holidays, the Calhoun Academy girls par- ticipated in the Invitational Tournaments at Wade Hampton Academy. The fast-paced Cavaliers ranked fourth place and gained valuable experience in tournament participation. At the end of the season, the girls ranked third in the region. Regular Season Calhoun Academy Opponents 23 Patrick Henry Academy 14 60 Travis Academy 13 15 Wade Hampton Academy 50 49 John C. Calhoun Academy 16 26 Bowman Academy 29 34 Holly Hill Academy 31 38 Jefferson Davis Academy 28 38 Willington Academy 25 22 Jefferson Davis Academy 31 24 Wade Hampton Academy 37 34 John C. Calhoun Academy 29 30 Bowman Academy 26 54 Travis Academy 15 23 Willington Academy 11 Regional Tournament Calhoun Academy Opponents 45 Patrick Henry Academy 31 33 Bowman Academy 14 22 Wade Hampton Academy 41 State Tournament Calhoun Academy Opponent 12 Clarendon Hall Academy 35 An outside shot is attempted by .Anne Huff (20), while Caroline Livingston (23) waits attentively for the rebound. Their next move was the regional tournaments. With the support of fun-loving boys who were magically transformed into cheerleaders, the dauntless Cavaliers defeated Patrick Henry and Bowman Academies. These victories placed the girls as first runners-up in Region I, and a handsome trophy accompanied their rank. The State Tournaments offered a giant challenge to the team, and the Cavaliers played a high-spirited game against Clarendon Hall. Behind the mighty Cavaliers was a mighty force. Mrs. Judy Lambert shared the “blood, sweat, and tears” of every game. She spared her time and patience voluntarily and was the unifying thread that wove the entire team into a very per- sonal closeness. Mrs. Lambert led the girls to the dynamic goals of basketball—sportsmanship, determination, and the spirit of success. 58 Kneeling: Edie Ruth Corley, Elaine Ray, Karen Prickett, Susie Lowder, Win Anne Wannamaker, Marian Sigmon. Standing: Felicia Cressette, Jeanne Phillips, Reha Prince. Mrs. Judy Iaunl ert (coach). Anne Huff, Caroline Livingston, Beverly Zeigler. Half-time of the tournaments provides a rest for the tired Cavaliers and a chance to plan the game strategy for the second half. In a fast moving game against Willington Academy, Karen Prickett (25) prepares to fake off” her guard, while teammate Reba Prince (24) rushes to her aid. 59 Boys Gleam with Perpetual Pep Illuminated with blazing determination, the boys basketball team dazzled all its spectators with qualities of sportsmanship and team effort. Wearing the blue and gold, the agile Cava- liers remained perky all season, and swished baskets against agonizing teams from all over the state. As minutes ticked away, excitement often grew into a frenzy. Victorious or not, the boys gave each of their opponents a competitive ball game, and they never gave up their fighting spirit. Practices sometimes became grinding with the shadow of defeat prevailing from a previous game. Nevertheless, noth- ing ever bombed the mighty Cavaliers. With defeat came ambition, power, temperance, and self-control. Mr. S. J. Robinson ignited the Cavalier spirit as coach and helped them cultivate Ixith judgement and stamina. In the face of victory or defeat, the boys’ team demanded pride from every student at Calhoun Academy and reflected distinctive attributes of athletic excellence. Lawrence Wienges leaps high above flagging arms for that essential bucket. Kneeling: Mickey Weeks, Chuck Wylie, Rhett Taller, Alan Arant, Ken Feryus. Standing: Bert Weeks, Robert Furtick, Lawrence Wienges, Sammie Kirven, Hence Lake, Joe Fairey. 60 Preparing to pass off. Sammie Kirven demonstrates the co-operative team- work of tne Cavaliers. Rhett Taber drives downcourt while being pursued by a Willington player. Coach S. J. Robinson makes the most of this break in the game to “coach our alert Cavaliers. Regular Season Calhoun Academy Opponents 23 Patrick Henry Academy 47 47 Travis Academy 31 28 Wade Hampton Academy 56 43 John C. Calhoun Academy 74 39 Bowman Academy 67 34 Holly Hill Academy 48 55 Jefferson Davis Academy 78 44 Beaufort Academy 69 43 Willington Academy 45 .34 Jefferson Davis Academy 57 36 Wade Hampton Academy 46 59 John C. Calhoun Academy 79 41 Bowman Academy 71 26 Travis Academy 29 39 Willington Academy 29 19 Beaufort Academy 71 Student Council Officers are as follows: Xennie Weeks, Vice-President; Marge Wannamaker, Secretary Treasury; and Lawrence Wienges. Pres- ident. Kneeling: John David Stoudenmire. Wayne Rickenbaker, Alan Arant. Ken Feryus, Ray Arant. Standing: Mrs. Vfilly Mcl auchlin (advisor), Klaine Ray, Dinah Strickland, Sallie Dent, Virginia Cressette, Karen Prickett. Not pictured: Beverly Zeigler. 62 Student Council Representatives take the oath as they are installed. Selling candy during the lunch break is a routine duty of the Student Council. Student Council Guides Student Affairs The job of the Calhoun Academy Student Council began early this past year. Council members worked continuously all last summer to be ready for the beginning of school. Numerous tasks were waiting to be completed, most of which were unique and the kind that many of the members had never faced before. With great determination and much hard work, the Student Council met and solved the problems facing them. The Student Council is composed of two representatives from each class, and a president, a vice-president, and a secretary-treasurer. They received the help and knowledge of their advisor, Mrs. McLauchlin. The various jobs facing the Council this year included writing the school constitution and appointing committees to work on the many details involved in starting a new school, such as the selection of rings, the alma mater, and the school seal. Some of their projects were concerned with raising money for the Student Council's needs. The members sold candy and hamburgers during the lunch breaks. Shirts, sweaters, and windbreakers were sold earlier in the year. Elaine Rav and Beverly Zeigler represented our school at the state Student Council Convention held in Union. There they exchanged ideas on student government with students from all over the state. Xennie Weeks and Lawrence Wienges represented our school at South Carolina Student Council Camp at Brevard, North Carolina, during the past summer. 63 Annual Has Frolicking Genesis Coeditors of the SWOBI) 'NT SHIELD, Win Anne Wannamaker and Reha Prince carefully assign jobs to meml ers of the staff. Publishing the annual this year was a challenge not only to the staff but to its advisor. Miss Henriann Goddard, who had not had any previous experience in this position. She met her problems with unfailing good humor and a store of proper English at her command. To learn more about the makings of a yearbook, the co-edi- tors Reba Prince and Win Anne Wannamaker attended a Publications Workshop at Kanuga, North Carolina. Later in the year, other members of the staff went to a day workshop held at the Baptist College in Charleston, South Carolina. At these places, students learned how to design layouts, write concise, informative copy, crop pictures, and many of the other laborious tasks of yearbook construction. With the diligent, mathematical mind of Business Manager Anne fluff, advertisements were sold, and a giant annual sales campaign was successfully carried out. Frolicking through the halls, students sang about the “love between my brothers and my sisters” to be found in the SWORD 'N' SHIELD. Even until that final deadline, people from grades one to twelve united to make this yearbook stand for that very special first year in a new school. Kneeling: Terry Savior, Warren Strickland, David Bull, John Barnhill, Jake Summers, Xennie Weeks. Second row: Jan KemmerUn, Ann llarvin Wnet- stone, Beth Inabinet, Virginia Livingston, Lyn Hane, Beth Wannamaker, Virginia Gressette, Marian Sigmon. Third row: Bevcrlv Duke, Paula Parler, Dinah Strickland. Bonnie Westbury, Debbie Adams, Nancy Spigner, Susie Lowder, Felicia Gressette, Beverly Zeigler, Miss Henriann Goddard (ad- visor). Not pictured: Betsv Banks, Eula Wolfe, Pattie Williams, Elaine Ray, Jeanne Phillips, Caroline Livingston. Kneeling: David Bull. Terry Savior. Mickey Weeks, Saminie Kirvcn. Wallace Walling. Second row: Vickie Wylie, Greta Buvck, Virginia Gressctte, Ann llarvin Whetstone, Beth Wannamaker. Third Row: Felicia ('.resette. Jeanne Phillips. Sallie Dent. Susie lx wder, katie Byrd, marsha Feryus, Brenda Wannamaker. Mrs. Judy Bull (advisor). Not Pictured: Jamie Inabinct. Xennie Weeks and Beverly Zeigler, co-editors of the LANCE, prepare the ballots for the mock election sponsored by the paper. LANCE Staff Severs Organization Troubles As with all the other organizations, it took the newspaper a little time to get organized and ready to publish the first paper. With the help of Mrs. Bull, the advisor, the students working on the LANCE were able to put out a paper that concerned the whole school. By selling ads and by keeping the cost of the paper low, the LANCE was made available free of charge to all the students to help them keep abreast of all the happenings in their new school. News of the grades, organizations, and sports were just a small part of the paper. The gossip column and joke page were favorites of everyone. The LANCE also included fea- ture stories on an outstanding teacher and student elected by the student l ody. 65 Members of the Pep Band: Willie Peterkin. Berlev Stabler. Lyn Hane, Tina Smoak, Julie Peterkin. Virginia Cressette, Xennie Weeks, and Mickey Weeks. Striving vigorously, the boy cheerleaders attempt to make a human pyramid. ‘Spirit, Spirit, Let s Hear It!’ The cheerleaders spent many afternoons learning and prac- ticing their cheers while their mothers performed miracles in completing their uniforms before the first basketball game. The cheers used by the girls were gathered from as far away as Minnesota and as close as neighboring counties. Also boosting school spirit was the Pep Band which was composed of voluntary musicians who gave freely of their time and talent. These students practiced by themselves, and the finished product was greatly appreciated at the games. Supporting the athletic program, adults joined the Booster Club. The grammar school received a pair of basketball goals which gave them many exciting recesses. Tournaments unveiled the explosive spirit of everyone at Calhoun Academy. Jamie Inabinet led a bunch of fun-loving, hopity boys in cheering the girls on. Spirit is the foundation of our school. It is the breath of fresh air undulating through the classrooms which are pol- luted with strongly emphasized scholastic achievement. Confusion, perplexity, searching—all these fulfill a school day, but it's that omnipresence of admiration that makes people so proud of Calhoun Academy. 66 First row. Edie Ruth Corley, Elaine Ray. Jamie Inabinet, Cam Shuler. Second row: Anne Huff, Faye Lowery. Reba Prince (head), Beverly Zeigler. Miss Coddard smiles as she sells a ticket to Karen Prickett at the Beaufort game. Jamie Inabinet wonders if she has cut her pattern right for her cheerleader uniform. 67 Business Manager of the SORD 'X' SHIELD, Ann Huff, types thank you letters to the patrons of our annual. Thomas Summers, giving a box of doughnuts to a youthful customer, furthers the eight grade project. Advertisements Merchants were happy to support Calhoun Academy in its first year. The businesses found in our ad section have been very helpful in getting the academy established. They have responded graciously when called upon and the staff of the SWORD 'N‘ SHIELD joins the entire student body in saying thank you to the merchants for their cooperation in making a dream a reality. 68 Calhoun Academy stands ready to greet the students at the dawn of each new day. a 69 Merchants Respond To Calhoun Academy Always up to the minute” with the latest styles, Margaret Thornton makes STYLARAMA live up to its name. Presenting complete coverage of county news, the CAL- HOUN TIMES adds that all-important personal touch. Happy to serve everyone, GLENN’S ESSO sells those ex- cellent Esso products. Milly Ann McLauchlin seems pleased with her new pixie hairstyle, compli- ments of STYLARAMA. 70 St. Matthews’ Own Weekly newspaper. The CALHOUN TIMES, is being enjoyed by Gwen Porth during her study hall. 71 Advertising Encourages Students to Buy When any car is feeling “down and out,” LOWDER’S GARAGE is the place to go. For food bargains and friendly service, shop RED AND WHITE GROCERY. HERTA’S BEAUTY SHOP helps ladies look their best in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. The family store, WESTERN AUTO, is where one is certain to get a bargain. Among other things, Mickey Weeks inspects the Itooks found at BED AND WHITE GROCERY. LOWDER’S GARAGE, located on West Bridge Street, provides satisfactory and dependable service for its customers. Brenda Wannamaker smiles before the mirror as Rita Hutto expertlv styles her hair at HERTA’S BEAUTY SHOP. VV ESTERN AUTO has a dazzling array of shiny new bicycles for all ages, and their other quality products serve our community extensively. 73 EVAN S BUILDING SUPPLY, the company that did the exceptional task of building Calhoun Academy, is located in Cameron. 0 SHEP PEAPLST1NE CO WHOLESALE DEALER BEER C WINE PERMIT No. PWB 2042 Merchants Help Us Help Them Where materials and workmanship meet excellent standards, depend on C. F. EVANS COMPANY. SHEP PEARLSTINE COMPANY, WHOLESALE GROCERS, takes pride in serving the Student Council. Selling and servicing those Chevrolets that everyone is happy to own is FA1REY MOTOR COMPANY. As a service to our school. SHEP PEARLSTINE COMPANY sells candy to the Student Council, extensively bencfitting Calhoun Academy. Gwen Porth observes the bucket seats and stick shift in this bright red Camaro at FAIREY MOTOR COMPANY. 75 Ascending the stairs of SOUTHERN SOYA CORP., Eula Wolfe is over- whelmed at the vastness of this successful complex. 76 SWORD ’N’ SHIELD Nets $1,000 on Ads Calhoun County fanners are served by SOUTHERN SOYA COMPANY while it contributes to a growing economy. EDWARD’S STORES have reasonable prices for quality goods. Serving Calhoun County with a smile is WALKER OIL COMPANY. Cheryl Fields has difficulty in deciding what to buy at EDWARD'S, which carries reasonably priced, yet stylish, clothing. Karen Prickett tries to top the rapid delivery service of WALKER OIL CO., serving Orangeburg and St. Matthews. 77 The solicitude of DUKES-H ARLEY FUNERAL HOME provides the basis for their relationship with Orangeburg and Calhoun counties. GARDEN CITY SPORT SHOP'S fine display of firearms intrigues Donnie Porth as he inspects this piece of artillery. Go All The Way with Ads For 75 years DUKES-HARLEY FUNERAL HOME has been serving Calhoun County. Outdoorsmen go to GARDEN CITY SPORT SHOP for all their sporting needs. BILLY DENT FARM INSURANCE has all lines of insurance for farmers—Homeowners’, Mortgage, and Disability. FINLEY OFFICE SUPPLY has all types of office supplies to serve businesses. Every fanner should come to see C. D. BULL AND SON to get their farm supplies. Cameron s up-to-date farm supply store, C. D. BULL AND SONS, services many farmers and merchants in our area. Teenagers are always welcome at BILLY DENT FARM INSURANCE where the dealer knows his insurance. The efficiency and simplicity of the modern mimeograph machine at FINLEY OFFICE SUPPLY amazes Eula Wolfe. 79 HUMBLE Yearbook Utilizes Ads 3 FIRST NATIONAL BANK of Cameron is an asset to Cameron because of its reasonable rates and interest in community affiars. C. O. BULL OIL COMPANY, one of Cameron’s more prosperous service stations, is a dealer in Humble gasoline. Piles of quality lumber at CAMERON LUMBER COMPANY provide an ideal site for a game of ‘hide and seek.” as Vickie Wylie points out to ('•wen Porth where someone is hiding. Various organizations of Calhoun Academy utilize the fine facilities offeree by SOUTH CAROLINA NATIONAL BANK. For all their hanking needs, citizens patronize the FIRST NATIONAL BANK. CAMERON LUMBER COMPANY has top grade luni!)er at rock bottom prices. The ideal place with reasonable prices is C. O. BULL OIL. COMPANY. SOUTH CAROLINA NATIONAL BANK serves our com- munity with fast, efficient service in a friendly atmosphere. Advertising Helps Annual Xennie Weeks is happy to serve everyone at SAVTTZ DE- PARTMENT STORE AMERICAN BANK AND TRUST invites all to come by and open a student account. The place to come for furnishings for one's home is GRUBBS FURNITURE STORE. B AND S SERVICE CENTER has a brand new store to serve one's needs. Everyone stops and visits PRICKETT'S SERVICE STATION for their BP products. Living room can tastefully he furnished with a set from B AND S SERVICE CENTER. Bonnie Westburv seems content among such a living room set. trending a hand at the rush hour. Dode Prickett checks a car's tire pressure at PRICKETT'S SERVICE STATION of St Matthews The new men s department at SAVfTZ can furnish clothing for any season. Xennie Weeks makes a sale for winter. . 8? American _ BANK A TRUS1 t Lynn Grubb� cooks up something special on one of the fine appliance� sold at GRUBBS FURNITURE STORE AMERICAN BANK AND TRUST of St- Matthews cooperates with the people of this community by providing a reliable hank for alL S3 Lending a helping hand. Lawrence VV'ienges and Donnie Porth assist with unloading duties at CERTIFIED FLOUR AND SEED COMPANY. ORANGEBURG OIL COMPANY supplies Donnie Porth with some Phillips 66 quick starting power. Join The Things go better with Coke. As Lvnn Grubbs relaxes in the teachers lounge, she anticipates an uplift in spirit. Ad Fad THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME offers sincere consideration to the people of the Orangeburg community. Consumers come by and get all their garden needs from CERTIFIED FLOUR AND SEED COMPANY. The specialty at ORANGEBURG OIL COMPANY is heating the customer’s home during the winter. For the real thing, smart people see COCA-COLA BOT- TLING COMPANY. People call on THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME for am- bulance service 24 hours a dav. 85 Ads Are Practical People come to GUESS HARDWARE for their household needs. EDUCATIONAL AIDS has helped Calhoun Academy get off the ground for the first year. School and office supplies, as well as fine gifts, may be purchased here. Needs for all ages are available at ST. MATTHEWS 5c to $1.00 STORE. Alec McCleod takes pride in supporting Calhoun Academy through CALHOUN OIL COMPANY. Brenda VVannamaker perches on a tractor from GUESS HARDWARE and wonders if she could possibly drive one like this. In his father's shop, EDUCATIONAL AIDS, Bert Weeks points out a Gamecock for an eager Carolina fan. 86 Ringing up merchandise for a customer in ST. MATTHEWS 5 TO $1.(¥) Steve Zeigler wishes he could own a truck like the one he is borrowing STORE. Jamie Inahinet checks prices and approves the choices. from CALHOUN OIL COMPANY in Orangeburg. 87 As Vickie Wylie leaves VV. W. WANNAMAKER SEED COMPANY'S new office, she is convinced that Colton is your best buy. American Oil Company A. O. Riekenbaker's D. H. Banks and Son Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Brandenburg Branford Bootery Calhoun Country Club Calhoun Pharmacy Camille’s Beauty Shop Carter Furniture Corbett Summers' Flowers Dickson Shoe Store F.C.X. Incorporated Fink’s Gene Davis Jewelers Gene’s Texaco Gift Shop Golden Kernel Pecan Company Goodyear Service Center Bill Griffin The Hat Box W. J. Houck and Company Dr. F. R. Huff Knight's Drug Store Mrs. A. S. Laird 88 Linett Agency Little Village Shop Mr. and Mrs. Henry Livingston Mr. and Mrs. Guy Lowe Lynch Jewelers Moorer’s Barber Shop Anne VV. Moses Mossdale Farms Orangeburg Furniture Exchange H. VV. Perrow Perry’s Gas and Oil Phillip's 66 Phillip’s Finance Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Prince Reid’s Shell Station St. Matthews Radio and Television J. VV. Smoak’s Hardware Company Southern Oational Bank Summers Brothers Sutcliffe Furniture Glen Ward Wholesale Furniture Company, Incorporated Mrs. Ellen G. Wimberly Mrs. Nora Z. Wimberly Administration Bull, Judith A. (Judy) 33, 65 Calhoun, Gregorie E. 28, 29, 35, 57 Culclasure, Shirley R. 28 Dove, Mary L. 34, 90 Duensing, Cleo C. 30 Goddard, Ilenriann 6, 19, 35, 64, 67 Gressette, Lawrence M. 29 Haigler, Elaine W. 6, 11, 33, 45, 90 Hieklin, Thelma J. 30 Hill, Roger 29 Jamison, Robert 26 Lambert, Julia C. (Judy) 32, 55, 59 McLauchlin, Mildred G. (Milly) 11, 33, 62 Perrow, Belle D. 31 Prince, Blake M. 29 Robinson, S. J. 61, 96 Shirer, Ellen L. 9, 34 Stabler, Lewis B. 34 Stabler, Mary Etta 30 Stonestreet, Martha T. 6, 22, 32 Wannamaker, Joe L. 29 Wannamaker, Dr. T. E. 29 Zimmerman, Grace T. 31 Organizations Annual Staff 64 Basketball Team (Boys') 60-61 Basketball Team (Girls’) 58-59 Cheerleaders 66-67 LANCE Staff 65 Pep Band 66-67 Soccer Team 56-57 Student Council 62-63 Student Body Adams, Debbie 42 Adams, Lamar 50 Amaker, Jay 53 Arant, Alan 9, 25, 42, 43, 61, 62 Arant, Ray 46, 62 Arant, Susan 53 Ayers, Vickie 46 Banks, Betsy 46, 64 Banks, Jill 21, 40 Banks, Jim 49 Banks, Ken 53 Banks, Martin 50 Barnhill, John 6, 42, 64 Barron, Mark 52 Barron, Will 51 Bates, Barry 52 Bates, Dennis 46 Bickley, Karmen 53 Bolton, Julie 46 Brady, Bonnie 53 Bull, David 42, 64, 65 Bums, Bruce 52 Buyck, Greta 46, 65 Buyck, Linda 38 Buyck, Mary Frances 12, 44 Buyck, Renee 48 Byrd, Katie 46 Carroll, Linda 50 Carroll, Robbie 52 Carson, Cindy 48 Carson, David 48 Carson, Jane 49 Chastain, Barry 50 Chastain, Glenda 48 Chastain, Jerry 52 Corley, Edie Ruth 40, 59, 67 Crider, Ricky 42 Crider, Vickie 40 Crider, Violet 40 Culclasure, Dargan 53 Culclasure, Susan Rhett 51 Culclasure, Todd 53 Culclasure, Wendy 48 Dantzler, Ben 22, 24, 38, 39, 57, 92 Dantzler, Hal 50 Dantzler, Jim 11, 44, 57 Dent, Sallie 22, 42, 62 Duke, Beverly 44, 64 Etheridge, Dargan 26, 38 Etheridge, Eddie 50 Fairey, Elizabeth 12, 49, 52 Fairey, Isabella 52 Fairey, Joe 42, 61 Fairey, Krulien 48 Felder, Timothy 52 Felton, Beverly 25, 38 Felton, Bill 50 Felton, Brenda 42 Feryus, Ken 3, 44, 61, 62 Feryus, Marsha 25, 37, 38, 65 Fields, Cheryl 18, 42, 77 Furtick, Carol 48 Furtick, Robert 42, 61 Gaskin, Dannette 46 Geiger, Gregory 51 Colson, Deborah Jean 53 Green, Becky 44 Green, Jane 53 Green, Libby 50 Gressette Felicia 42, 59, 64, 65 Gressette, Marion 50 Gressette, Virginia 7, 44, 62, 64, 65, 66 Griffin, Jackie 51 Griffin, Melinda 51 Grubbs, David 49 Grubbs, Lynn 18, 40, 83, 85 Hammond, Jo Ann 44 Hane, Danny 51 Hane, Johnny 48 Hane, Lyn 44, 64, 66 Hazen, Elizabeth 48 Heape, Tammie 51 Heckle, Ghervl 49 Heckle, Dale 51 Heckle, gail 50 Hicklin, Buddy 52 Hicklin, Elizabeth 49 Hicklin, Robert 48 Hicklin, Winnie 44 Hill, Debbie 52 Hill, Michael 50 Hill, Sonya 51 Hoffman, Barbara Ann 49 Hoffman, Lawrence 53 Huff, Anne 37, 38, 58, 59, 67, 68 Hutto, Paula 40 Inabinet, Beth 46, 64 Inabinet, Jamie 40, 65, 67, 87, 91, 93 Inabinet, Jeffery 49 Inabinet, Lori 51 Inabinet, Melody 49 Inabinet, Rosemary 44 Jackson, Carol 52 Jackson, Tina 51 Jones, Charlene 49 Jones, Sherrie 52 Jumper, Vanda 50 Kemmerlin, Jan 44, 64 Kemmerlin, Vickie 50 Kirven, Sammie 37, 38, 57, 61, 65 Kizer, Patricia 40 Knight, Mary Stewart 48 Kohn, Marguerite 42 Lake, Hence 46, 61 Lewis, David 53 Livingston, Caroline 38, 58, 59, 64 Livingston, Larry 46, 57 Livingston, Virginia 42, 64 Lowder, Susie 44, 59, 64. 65 Lowery, Faye 38, 67 Lyons, Anne 48 Lyons, John 44 Lyons, Joseph 52 McNeil, Becky 50 Ott, William 49 Parler, Janet 42 While checking papers during the lunch break, Mrs. Marv Lou Dove and Mrs. Elaine Haigler share a joke. Parler, Paula 44, 64 Parrish, Dianne 21, 42 Peterkin, Julie 44, 66 Peterkin, Willy 46, 66 Phillips, Betty Rose 40 Phillips, Jeanne 15, 43, 59, 64, 65 Porth, Brenda 48 Porth, Donnie 38, 84 Porth, Gwen 43, 71, 75, 81 Porth, Jimmie 52 Porth, John 51 Prickett, Dode 53, 82 Prickett, Karen 16, 46, 62, 67, 77, 92 Prince, Reba 38, 59, 64, 67, 93 Ray, Elaine 39, 59, 62, 64, 67 Rickenbaker, Bonnie 49 Rickenbaker, Don 40 Rickenbaker, Linda 48 Rickenbaker, Pamela 50 Rickenbaker, Ricky 53 Rickenbaker, Wayne 40, 62 Riley, Stacky 40 Robinson, Jay 52 Rourk, Sandra 49 Rucker, Jeannette 36, 43 Rudd, Debra 52 Saylor, Terry 24, 39, 64, 65 Segars, Irle 53 90 Shirer, Johnny 53 Shuler, cam 40, 66 Shuler, Julie Beth 17, 23 Sigmon, Marian 39, 59, 64 Sikes. Earl 46 Smith, Joe Henry III 52 Smith, Judy 49 Smith, Mary Lynn 52 Smoak, Benjie 46 Smoak, Richard 51 Smoak, Tina 45, 66 Spigner, Chris 50 Spigner, Donnelle 52 Spigner, Nancy 47, 64 Spigner, Randy 43 Spires, Eddie 45 Stabler, Berley 47, 66 Stabler, Sara Ann 49 Stanfield, Cathy 43 Stoudenmire, Dennis 15, 47 Stoudenmire, John David 6, 14, 39, 62 Strickland, Dinah 40, 62, 64 Strickland, Tim 53 Strickland, Warren 45, 64 Sturkie, Dan 24, 39, 57 Sturkie, Jim 43, 57 Summers, David 47 Summers, jake 26, 64, 39 Summers, Michael 50 Summers. Thomas 45, 68 Suttlemyre, David 45 Suttlemyre, Terry 49 Tabor, Rhett 43, 57, 61 Varnadore, Carolyn 50 Vamadore, Jimmie 52 Varnadore, John Allen 45, 57 Wactor, Faye 47 Wactor, Ray 43 Walling, Annette 49 Walling, Wallace 47, 65 Wannamaker, Beth 45, 64, 65 Wannamaker, Brenda 20, 40, 65, 73, 86 Wannamaker, Claire 48 Wannamaker, David 49 Wannamaker, Debbie 48 Wannamaker, Denise 50 Wannamaker, James 49 Wannamaker, Jo Ellen 53 Wannamaker, John R. 52 Wannamaker, Keitt 52 Wannamaker, Kent 43 Wannamaker, Lu Ann 47 Wannamaker, Luci Neal 48 Wannamaker, Marge 40, 62 Wannamaker, Mary Jo 50 Wannamaker, Talley K. 49 Wannamaker, Win Anne 39, 59, 64, 67 Wardlaw, Billy 14, 16, 43 Watson, Stephen 47, 57 Weeks, Bert 39, 61, 86 Weeks, Carl 40 Weeks, Mickey 47, 57, 61, 65, 66, 72 Weeks, Xennie 39, 62, 64, 65, 66, 82, 91 Westbury, Bonnie 40, 64, 82 Whetstone, Ann Harvin 47, 64, 65 Whetstone, Joyce 41 Wienges, John 49, 54 Wienges, lawrence 6, 26, 56, 61, 62, 84 Wiles, Shannon 51 Williams, Pattie 45, 64 Wilson, Robin 53 Wingard, Jan 53 Wingard, Melinda 52 Wolfe, Eula 41, 64, 79, 81 Wylie, Chuck 16, 20, 39, 41, 57, 61 Wylie, Linda 52, 96 Wylie, Vickie 43, 65, 88 Young, Grover 50 Young, Russell 52 Zeigler, Beverly 36, 59, 62, 64, 65, 67 Zeigler, Clifton 45 Zeigler, Donald 49 Zeigler, Steve 45, 87 Zimmerman, Laurie 50 91 Have You Got That Spirit? Spirit, enthusiastic loyalty, is the backbone of any successful scholastic organization. This loyalty reaches into one’s deep- est fiber and tugs at his heart-strings through thick and thin. People with similar feelings are drawn together, closely interwoven with each other through the cords of mutual love. This love, the school, to them represents success, strength, and striving toward higher goals. Calhoun Academy, the school for us, stands for these distinc- tive trademarks and more. The Cavaliers rightfully have a unique sense of accomplishment in their school, coupled with a worthy pride. Calhoun Academy is more than just a school; it is a way of life, and a grand one at that. The wonderful people who have cheered her on through their donations, voluntary labors, and general support, have, in, return for giving part of themselves, received a sense of importance and belonging and deserve a big Thank you!” So, have we got that spirit? You bet we have! Energetic Karen Prickett cleans up the Cameron gym after the game with Willington Academy. Ben C. Dantzler raises his arm emphatically in a gesture of enthusiasm at a pep rally. 92 Jamie Inabinet leads our Cinderella cheerleaders” at a pep rally l efore a girls' me in the regional tournament. Head cheerleader Heha Prince leads the rest of the cheerleaders and the student l ody in a plea to the teams for victory. Alma Mater Instills Pride All hail, Calhoun Academy! Thy colors gold and blue. Stand as a symbol of our love for you. All hail, Calhoun Academy! To thee we’ll e’er be true. We’ll watch o’er and keep vou. All hail, All hail! All hail, Calhoun Academy! Thv sons and daughters true. Stand now as ever to fight and die for you. All hail, Calhoun Academy! We pledge our faith anew. To guard and protect you. All hail. All hail! At the end of the season, loneliness settles despondently over the athletic domain of the fighting Cavaliers. Scenes like this, which have sustained Calhoun Academy throughout the year, are ephemerally drawn to a close. Epilog Calhoun Academy’s first year has drawn to a close, but she is not forgotten. In all students there is a latent anticipation of what next year will bring. The past year has brought much change to the community which led to the establish- ment of our school. From the walls of our Alma Mater in their embryonic stages of construction to the graduation of the Senior, Calhoun Academy had grown and matured beyond our wildest expectations. Along with the cares and conceras of everyday life, we can look back with vibrant visions of excitement and happiness. We are the pioneers of a new world—the world of Calhoun Academy. 94 Linda Wylie expresses the heart felt devotion of the Cavaliers. Paragon Yearbooks has printed the SWORD ’N' SHIELD of 1971. Body copy is printed in 10-point Caledonia type and captions in 8-point type. A special thanks goes to Mr. Blake Prince for his darkroom work with photography. Cover is designed by Win Anne Wannamaker, Reba Prince, and Cary Crouch.