Choctawhatchee High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Fort Walton Beach, FL)

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ft 1. While presiding over the House, Marty Lester keeps track of events. 2. Beth Huffman listens to a case 3. Todd Turner searches through piles of papers on his desk for some information. 4. Tim Pos- chel speaks against a bill. 5. Chris Chas- teen yields the rest of his time. 6. Waiting for the buses, Cathy Blizzard, Amy Seals, and Cathy Keefe lounge on a truck. 7. Rick Pitts prepares to send a note. 8. Mark McMullen gives this idea serious thought. 9 Rob Merwin. Sandra What- ley. and Kip Kirkpatrick listen to a de- bate. YOUTH-LEGISLA TURE 21

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Y-clubs run the state gov. As the 1983 Youth-Legislature Pro- gram began, the tedious task of re- searching bills started. A series of meetings was held to help with ideas for bills and to teach debate techniques to Choctaw delegates. Friday morning started with a joint session in the House Chamber, after which the legislators went to their respective chambers and began their sessions. While the legislators were debating, lobbyists observed and sent information to the legisla- tors. and the judicial program met in the newly restored old capitol. Saturday, delegates met for a last joint session and awards were presented. Danny O'Rourke and Kenny Roberts sponsored the Best Bill in the Senate. Jack Binger, first runner-up for Outstanding States- man in the Senate, was elected 1984 Senate President. Tim Hawkey was elected to succeed Marty Les- ter as Speaker of the House Pro- Tern. Cathy Blizzard and Cathy Keefe were first runners-up for Out- standing Pages in their respective chambers. After the awards were announced, the 26th Annual Youth- Legislature, soon to be called Youth in Government, was adjourned. — John Webster 2 20 YOUTH-LEGISLATURE

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 1. Kelly Austin posed with Mr. Bounds after being crowned. 2. Mr. Anchors questioned each of the top finalists. 3. Wendy Stan- ford was elated to be chosen Miss Congeniality. 4. Kathryn Stein exhibited her skill as a flute soloist. 5. The contestants thrilled the au- dience. 6. Paige Roper looked lo- vely in her formal. 7. Kendra Brown did an awesome routine. 8. Angi Davis looked charming in her casual wear. 9. The top five finalists anxiously awaited the judges' decision. 22 MISS CHS