Castlewood High School - Castletonian Yearbook (Castlewood, VA)

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And Dedication spring, when not involved with track, he is the baseball statistician. He plays a great part in the success of our athletics. Coach Shortt is quick to give pointers and helps in devising plans for the eventual success of the other coaches’ strategy, as well as putting his mind to work devising the ultimate prank. Sometimes it is easy to recognize a great coach because his deeds are publicized; but not always. It’s the little things that make a man. Such a man is Coach -Shortt. He does not “make the newspapers” but his deeds are just as well accomplished. Coach Shortt seldom gets the thanks that he deserves. Whether it be helping a student with a problem, lining off the football Quit trying to hide that chew, Coach Shortt! Relaxation ... Mr. Shortt relaxes while giving advice. field, or repairing equipment, he is always ready. This writer cannot always say what’s on his mind; but these next lines are from the heart. Allow us to interject a personal note. Coach Shortt, if being a redneck means that you are kind, devoted, and compassionate, then it is true indeed that you deserve such a fitting title. For Coach Shortt truly exhibits all these qualities. Yes, you are a redneck, and we are glad you are. Because of your great loyalty, we are proud to dedicate the 1981 edition of the Castletonian to Mr. Larry Shortt. Like the famous Greek discus throwers, Coach Shortt demonstrates that championship form. Now is that a guilty face? ... Mr. Shortt is caught in the act.

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Redneck, White Socks, “Yes, I’m a ‘redneck’ and I’m proud of it.”’ What kind of man would make a statement like that? Mr. Larry Shortt is the answer. Mr. Shortt will admit to being a ‘‘redneck” without cracking a smile. Mr. Shortt has served devotedly throughout the years to see that his students gain that edge in life that every high school student will need. He is not only a fine mathematics teacher but also a super person. He is a man that is really involved with his students. Mr. Shortt takes a personal interest in the students here. Besides knowing his work, he seems to always know everything else. Some poeple say that there are three ways to inform someone. These three things are: telephone, telegraph, and tell Mr. Short. This statement is just an example of the closeness that he shares with the students. Everyone thinks of him as a teacher and friend. Mr. Shortt, who is more commonly referred to as Coach Shortt, is always ready to lend a hand. He can be seen throughout the day helping students and teachers as well. Coach Shortt extends this courtesy even after that final bell has rung. He is usuallybusy working with the boy’s track team. He is the Head Coach of track but spends his additional time with the baseball, basketball, wrestling, and football teams. In the past winters, he has been the statistician for the basketball team. During the Sure you did! Coach Shortt appears to be doubting again. Mr. Shortt seems to be trying to decide whether to assign the odd or the even problems. 2, 4, 6, 8, 10... Coach Shortt is busily adding up the basketball statistics. 2

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Betty? Is that French or is that the Doobie Brothers coming through your headphones? STUDENT