Commerce High School - Sregit Yearbook (Commerce, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1988 volume:

Table of Contents Sports 8 Student Life 34 People 50 Organizations 92 Academics 108 Tiger Supporters 118 Commerce High School 600 Culver Commerce, TX 75428 School Population (as of Sregit deadline): Another Dimension Your next stop . . . The Tiger Zone Y I ou’re traveling to another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound, but of mind. A journey into a wondrous school whose boundaries are that of the imagination. Your next stop The Tiger Zone. A Dimension On the first day, you walk in expecting everything to be the same. But wait. There are changes all around. You re- member the past — old fac- es, teachers, staff. Some are no longer there. The old building has had a shine since you left it last. You enter the traditional as- sembly and realize that even in the Tiger Zone some things just don’t change. The stu- dent council is running the show; the president is welcoming all of the classes — especially her own, and encouraging everyone to par- ticipate in high school activ- ities. Mr. Alderman gives his traditional parking lot speech. Freshmen enter realizing the traumas that lie ahead. They couldn’t wait to become seniors. Sophomores are glad that they are no longer lowly freshmen. The juniors cheer with all their might, showing that they are now upperclass- men. The seniors are ready to leave. Senioritis has hit even before the last bell on the first day rang. But all the stu- dents trudged through. Our new principal, Mr. Clark, knew what was going on from the minute he ar- rived. He had his own ideas of how the year would be. That’s how it all begun. It was just a part of... The Tiger Zone. 4 Opening Proud to be from . . . Students began getting in- volved in clubs and activities. Joining these organizations gave students a chance to make new friendships and enhance past ones. Realizing it was up to them, students found ways of getting around the changes forced upon them during the year — ways to unite and have fun. Getting out and having fun seemed to be the favorite pas- time. Impromtu get-together took place everywhere. The car wash, B B, or the Wal-Mart parking lot. It didn’t matter. These evenings brought students closer together because the unity was carried over to school the next morning. Suddenly, the day-to-day rou- tine and extra-curricular activities were violently interrupted. The Ice Storm of '88 devastated the northern portion of Texas, and school was cancelled for three days — right before semester fi- nals. When school reopened, stu- dents slowly tried to resume a normal schedule and cram for those dreaded exams. After exams, it was hard to re- alize that the next holiday would be Spring Break. The consistency of school every day gave students a long time to prepare for spring fever which teachers fearfully saw ahead. Stu- dents began to realize that all of their experiences in school and even in Commerce were just a part of.. The Tiger Zone. Commerce East Texas State Unlv x 6 Opening Where ya’ from? Commerce Where? Ever heard of East Texas State University? No. How 'bout Harvey Martin from the Dallas Cowboy's or Wade Wilson from the Minnesota Vikings? Sure, I’ve heard of them. Well, they went to ETSU. That's at Commerce. Or Commerce is at ET, whichever you prefer. So, what’s Commerce like? It's small — 8,136 people But it's wet, one of the wettest towns in the area. What do you do for fun? We go ridin’ around, hang out at the Sonic, the car wash, or at Wal-Mart parking lot. Do you like Commerce? Sometimes I just can’t stand it — so dull with nothing to do. But other times I feel secure and surrounded by friends ... It's a nice place to grow up. I guess Commerce is just home. Opening 7 Sports Working Out In The Tiger Zone I rom football and volleyball to golf and tennis, throughout the year, tigers showed just how athletic they really are. Striving for excellence both individually and as a team is the name of the game. Athletes begin to grow mentally from the first practice during their freshman year until they hang up their sweats at the end of their senior year. Winning is the name of the game in ... the Tiger Zone. . . our Seniors brought us to the threshold of a championship . . . they set the pace for next year’s run for the district trophy . . . and we plan to win it all!!!” — Coach Bass Fullback Doug Thrash (46) moves so fast the picture is blurry, leaving the oppo- nents in a daze! Varsity Football Right from the beginning of the 1987 football season, the Commerce Tigers worked hard to achieve their new season goals. The tigers used their strength in the backfield and on the line and switched to a new offense The Tigers took the new offense and went right to work, breezing easily through two scrimmages, first against Cooper and then the Quinlin Ford Commerce continued the strong start as they up- ended the North Lamar Panthers, 27 10. During the next two games, adjustments to the new offense and some costly turnovers caused Com- merce to suffer losses to Brownsboro and Pleas- ant Grove. Thus, the Tigers opened the district season, with Farmersville. with a 1 2 record The Tigers avenged their two previous losses on the road by defeating the Farmersville Farm- ers, 20-0. Plagued again by costly turnovers, the Commerce Tigers suffered their third loss of the season against a quick, hard-hitting Bonham team 21-0. Commerce started to roll again, keeping playoff hopes alive, by winning their next three district games The Tigers first traveled to Whites- boro and destroyed the bearcats with a 41-0 final score. After defeating Whitesboro, Commerce de- voured the Coppel Cowboys. 27-9 Next the Tigers traveled to Princeton where the winless Panthers were hungry for their first win . . they ended up eating nothing by dust, losing 54-6. In the final two football games, it was do or die for the Commerce Tigers; they first faced the Frisco Coons and finally faced the Wylie Pirates. In what Coach Bass called the greatest effort by a Commerce team,” in his twelve years as head coach, the Tigers defeated the Coons, 29-19. Commerce needed to overcome the only unde- feated district team, the Wylie Pirates, to have an opportunity to advance into the playoffs. They (the Tigers) gave it their whole effort,” said Coach Bass, but the Tigers were unable to come away with the win, losing, 14-6 in their final game Coupled with the Bonham win over Frisco, the Tigers playoff hopes were diminished. All in all, it was a good season for the Com- merce Tiger football team. The Tigers improved over last season’s 4-6 record, going 6-4 this year. Commerce also bettered last year’s fifth place district finish by tiemg for third this season. Nine players were named to all-district honors, capping off a good year What is in the future for the Tigers? We will have to wait until next year to find out! ‘That one felt good,” says tackle Joe Phelps (76). J W J -iww Kicker Brandon Beadles and Holder Dewayne Miller combine for a hope- to-be good field goal try. 10 Football Stats Game Score North Lamar 27-10 Brownsboro 6-19 Pleasant Grove 6-24 Farmersville 20-0 Bonham 0-21 Whitesobro 41-0 Coppell 27-9 Princeton 54-6 Frisco 29-17 Wylie 6-14 Overall Record 6-4 Back row, left to right — Coach Weise, Pat Weatherford, fay Sosa, Joel Phelps, Chris Shaw, Coach Bass, Coach Stone. Third row, Pat Kendrick, Phillip Voss, Dan Blohm, Dewayne Miller, Casey In- gold, Marcus Ashley, Charles Crawford. Second row, Jared Harrison, Jeff Chaffin, Jarrod Turner, Craig Longshore, Brandon Beadles, Erick Hudgins, Allen McCaslin, Ricky Rackard. First row, Jim Bob Hudsen, Scott Davidson, Jay Sadler, Phil Brown, Heath McFad- den, Barry Arnold, Anthony Eilers, Doug Thrash. Black jerseys everywhere spells T R O U B L E big time for our opponents Football 11 12 Running back Deryk Funderburk (21) eludes a would be tackier for a good gain Junior Varsity The great sophomore class, and a smat- tering of juniors, carried the colors of Tiger- land to a near-break-even season roster with a 4-6 record. “We were not a very big team,” said Coach Hughes and Jones, “but we played with a lot of heart.” With so many returning backs in the Varsity backfield, many sophomores and juniors, will get a chance to help improve the 1988-89 school year record. Whatever happens, the student body will always be behind the Black and Orange, one hundred percent!!! Back row, left to right — Coach Jones, James Bu- chanan, Eric Bruhn, Bryan Thompson, Money Moore, Coach Task. Third row, Robert Camicheal, Chris Grisby, Gerrick Sampson, Glen Bass, Kenny Cooper, Stan Szafran. Second row, Micheal Sowden, Terry Caldwell, Billy Mitchell, Scott Stewart, Jason Wyatt, Jerome Simmons. First row, Daniel Jones, Shaun Goulet, Micheal Anderson, Chris Fulwood, John Rob- erts, Wayne Stubbs. Football Game Score North Lamar 20-34 Brownsboro 14-21 North Lamar 30-28 Farmersville 6-36 Bonham 0-21 Whitesboro 42-12 Coppell 8-6 Princeton 38-0 Frisco 12-18 Wylie 6-36 Overall Record 4-6 An opposing running back is about to wish he had gone fishing instead of trying to run through Richard Relford (81) and Eric Bruhn (57). Freshman Football A good, solid effort from a talented bunch of eager athletes summed up the successful season for the Freshmen foot- ball team, according to Coach Hughes and Coach Jones. Their outstanding record of 7-1 was credited to the way the team played to- gether all year. The hope of the players is that they can stay together throughout high school and go to state in 1990!!! A lofty, but worthwhile goal. WE’RE BEHIND YOU, GUYS!!! Stats Game Score North Lamar 42-10 Brownsboro 14-7 North Lamar 35-7 Farmersville 28-14 Bonham 28-8 Coppell 0-6 Princeton 32-6 Wylie 14-0 Overall Record 7-1 Back row, left to right — Coach (ones, Micheal Beane, Tim Lane, Richard Relford, Cecil Mayberry, Patrick Fluellen, Coach Hughes. Third row, Johnny Sartin, Brian Bearden, Paul Guitterez, Clarence Johnson, Sidney Pemberton, Ste- phen Wilson, Stephen Tice. Second row, Richard Wide, Robert Matlock, Melvin Fair, Steven Davenport, Scott Wil- liam, Keith Crenshaw, Lester Thomas. First row, Jodi Robnett, Sherman Luckey, Charlie Alderman, Jason Hud- sen, Chris Black, Kaden Wilburn, Ronald Matlock. Football 13 Volleyball The Commerce Lady Tigers varsity vol- leyball team had one of the most successful seasons in many years. Finishing their sea- son with an overall record of 7 wins and 4 losses and a district record of 5 wins and 2 losses, the Lady Tigers got their place in district. They just missed making the playoffs by losing to Frisco at the end of the season. According to Coach Robles, who is new to the high school this year after coach- ing at middle school, the varsity team is definitely going to strive for the playoffs next year. “The varsity squad decided they want- ed to win and discovered to do this they had to work together,’’ Coach Robles said. “Though working together and developing their talents, the varsity came out with a winning season. Playoffs are definitely in the picture for next year,” Coach Robles pre- dicted. Individual players received further recognition as several were named to all- district teams. Senior Cassandra Simmons made 1st team all-district, while Stacy Berk- ley and Camille Turner received 2nd team all-district. Kelly McKay also received honors by getting all-district honorable mention. The Lady Tigers thrilled their fans this year with the competitive spirit that is such a big part of Commerce volleyball. Setter Stacy Barkley (15) puts up a perfect set for attackers Melissa Gibson (14) and Jennifer Lockhart (5). 14 Volleyball Attacker Casandra Sim- mons (16) shows great form and Finesse to tip ball over net. Attacker Melissa Gibson strikes a deadly serve. Stats Game Win Lose Greenville Lose Cumby Win Greenville Lose Cumby Win Wylie Win Whitesboro Win Coppel Lose Princeton Win Bonham Win Frisco Lose Whitesboro Win Wylie Win Coppel Lose Princeton Win Bonham Win Frisco Lose District Record 8-4 Overall Record 12-7 Top row, left to right — Coach Ro- bles, Camille Turner, Cassandra Sim- mons, Melissa Gibson, Gail Martin, Jennifer Lockhart. Bottom row, Con- nie Worley, Christy Champion, Kelly McKay, Tiffany Pannel, Stacy Berkley. Volleyball 15 Coach Robles’ look of anxiety tells the story of a close match. Setter Tina Johnson passes Volleyball under watchful eye of attacker Barbara Simmons. Junior Varsity Freshman Volleyball The Junior Varsity Lady Tigers completed their season with a record of 5 wins and 8 losses. Although the junior varsity did not have a winning season, the team was successful in some aspects. All of the players showed im- provements in their game. Along with the play- ers, Coach Robles has high hopes for the girls next year. The J.V. pulled together and kept improving with each practice,” she said. “These girls will definitely be ready for varsity level in 1988.” With all their hard work and dedication, the junior varsity girls should have a smooth transition to varsity next year. The Freshman volleyball team ended its season with a record of 4 wins and 4 losses. The team showed great improvements as the season progressed. Coach Robles was impressed with all the team's hard work and teamwork they displayed. The Freshman team was a great example of how 'team ball should be played’, she said. The girls are not only a team on the court, but off the court, and in school as well,’’ explained Coach Robles. With all their work and improvement, the freshman girls are sure to have a successful season on the junior varsity team next year. Top row, left fo right — Coach Robles, Michelle Nichols, Amy Jackson, Stacy Stapleton, Alice Buckley, Becky Williams, Brandi Hunt, Bottom row — Melanie Elmore, Demitra Cholston, Wende Ward, Shawna Scott, Alice Moore. : Stats Game Win Loss Greenville Lose Cumby Win Greenville Lose Cumby Win Wylie Win Whitesboro Win Coppel Lose Princeton Win Frisco Lose Wylie Win Bonbam Win District Record 5-2 Overall Record 7-4 16 Volleyball Stats Game Win Loss Greenville Win Greenville Lose Wylie Lose Whitesboro Win Coppel Win Princeton Win Frisco Lose Bonham Lose District Record 3-3 Overall Record 4-4 Top row, left to right — Coach Robles, Wende Williams, Kristi Taylor, Teri Gilbreath, Terra Bil- lington, Barbara Simmons, Kortney McKay. Bot- tom row, Patrcia Williams, Heather Harzke, Amy Casselberry, Diana Turner, Tina Johnson. Volleyball 17 The varsity squad leads the crowd in a victory cheer. Junior varsity cheer- leaders. Holly Graham and Jennifer Black, dis- play their support for the Tigers — and Sonic. Junior Varsity cheer- leaders perform at a pep rally. Girl talk behind pom pons, between Suzie Scace and Denise Rog- ers. leads to a happy face. Cheerleaders A Year of Success This year’s cheerleading squads have been su- perior groups. Under the direction of sponsor Myrna Bass, the girls have all learned a great deal about success. Both the varsity and junior varsity squads have shown that it takes something extra special to be a cheerleader! The junior varsity cheerleaders are very active throughout the year. They begin during the sum- mer working hard — teaching the new members old cheers and learning new cheers as a team. During the school year they have the opportunity of cheering during the freshman junior varsity cheer- leaders at pep rallies, and making sure that the sports players know they are supported! At East Texas State University camp during the summer, the junior varsity left with high honors. They won both the dance competition and the camp cheers competition. The varsity squad has had an active year. Prac- ticing often during the summer, the girls had suc- cess in their mind. They attended the North Texas camp and were nominated for the award of ex- cellence. They also were proclaimed camp cham- pions at the UCA camp at East Texas State Uni- versity. But practicing was not concluded, for their hope for success was beginning to come true as the girls cheered the football team on to a winning season. Not stopping for a minute, the girls at- tended the NCA regional competition and won — allowing them to head for nationals where they ranked 20th in the entire nation Other awards included superior team spirit at Six Flags and top squad at the Dallas Cowboy Old-Timers Com- petition. Both squads boasted at being the best and merely proved themselves. Cheerleading spirit aimed for new heights at Commerce High School! 18 Cheerleaders u JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Back row. Jennifer Black, Holly Graham. Kathy Edwards. Cathy Degelia. and Kristi Bailey. Front row. Barbara Simmons. Tina Johnson, and Jennifer Moses VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Back row. Denise Rogers. Jen- nifer Smith, and Susan Rogers. Middle row, Beth Clardy. Suzie Scace. and Dianna McFarland. Front row. Sharice Henry, and Sydney Stewart. Cheerleaders 19 Opposite Page Chd Underwood jumps t| shoot two. Phil Brown cinches t rebound. Varsity Basketball Cagers Go All Out The 1987-88 Varsity boy’s basket- ball team had a great year. Although the team started out slow, with many drawbacks, they ended the year in style by going to the bi-district playoffs. The beginning of the year was af- fected greatly by the “no pass, no play rule that passed last year. How- ever, Coach Ken Task revised his game plan to accommodate the changes and CHS started to turn its season around as district play began. Individuals provided leadership in their own ways. The expected leader of the team, Senior Gary Martin, was the team leader in steals with 63. But un- expected leadership came from Senior Steve Hogge who led the team in scor- ing with an average of 13.7 points per game and in rebounds with 192; Chad Underwood led the team in assists with 92. The most improved player this year was Senior Chuck Culbertson. Although he did not play in every game, he made a major difference. All in all, the year was full of ups and downs. However, great coaching helped to pull through a scrappy team in a year of rebuilding. Opposite Page Jerome Simmons aims for a freethrpw. Defense is the game plan. r, i 20 Basketball Stats Opponent Score Greenville 46-80 Sulphur Springs 60-66 Cooper 64 68 Allen 66-80 Cooper 62 50 North Lamar 67-61 •Farmersville 5833 •Bonham 55-51 •Whitesboro 73-61 •Coppell 44-60 • Princeton 68-61 •Frisco 8559 •Wylie 54-41 •Farmersville 74-52 •Bonham 54-59 •Whitesboro 6852 •Coppell 51-55 •Princeton 73-46 •Frisco 51-58 •Wylie 61-43 •Bonham 63-47 •Wills Point •DENOTES DISTRICT GAME •DENOTES PLAYOFFS 58-60 Left to right; Coach Ken Task. Rodney Dangler, Phil Brown, Garry Martin. Chuck Culbertson. Jerome Simmons, Steve Hogge. Richard Relford, Chad Underwood. Eddy Mize. Jared Harrison, Howard Weatherall. Quintis Weatherall. Basketball 21 Varsity and freshmen scrimmage in prepara- tion for their next game Basketball The Junior Varsity boy's basketball team had an outstanding year. A 9-7 district record shows this. This year, JV won two tournaments. Included in the Farmersville tournament was the undefeated Quinlan team. The main reason for such a successful season is due to the new coaching supervision of Andy Jones. He is from Begota, Texas, where he was assistant basketball and football coach and head golf Coach. Another reason for the success is the team leadership by Monty Moore. Moore, a sophomore, was the lead scorer of the season. The most improved player of the season was Ennis Freeman. Free- man showed great potential and the desire to succeed. “Tigers Never Quit” was the true spirit of the JV team. Coach Andy Jones. Jason Turner. Stan Szafran. Michael Anderson, Monty Moore. Ennis Freeman, Derek Funderburk. Brent Turner. Kevin Armstrong, Noel Nixon. Corey Turner (MGR ) Stats OPPONENT SCORE Sulphur Springs 51-55 Allen 35-39 Farmersville 4664 Whitesboro 5328 Coppell 42-32 Princeton 54 56 Frisco 45-46 Wylie denoted district games 50- 22 Basketball Clarence Johnson sprints down the court with ball close in hand Michael Beane pre- pares for a shot. Stats OPPONENT SCORE Greenville 3587 Sulphur Springs 44 66 Cooper 77-34 Allen 32 62 North Lamar 51-54 •Whitesboro 5639 •Coppell 6869 •Princeton 54-51 •Frisco 57-61 •Wylie 53 52 • denoted district games Bottom; Brandon Jones. Clarence Johnson. Charlie Alderman. Gerald Dugan. Michael Potts Top; Coach Elvis Weise. Tim Lane. Melvin Fair. Michael Beane. Lester Thomas. Corey Hoover (MGR.). Basketball 23 Kelly McKay enjoys the pain of playing Varsity Basketball. Varsity Basketball A new game plan was the answer for this year’s Lady Tigers. Coach Colin Curtis took over after an unsuccessful year and coached the team to a complete turnaround. He decided that the simplest was the best. Curtis said, The girls told me the system I used was less complicated than what they were used to ... they knew what they were supposed to do.” It was back to the basics. This year's offense was developed around the Twin Towers,” made up of Senior Posts Melissa Gibson at six-feet, and Cassandra Simmons, at five-feet eleven. Junior Guards Kelly McKay and Kelli Wright provided additional strength to the Lady Tigers. Their great passing led to an average of five assists per game. Next year, the game plan will change. Junior Marcy Underwood will move from forward to post. This should lead the Lady Tigers to another successful year. This year was a sweet success as the Lady Tigers ended the season with an 18-11 record. Thanks to Coach Colin Curtis and his simple game plan,” Commerce finished proudly in third place. WAY TO GO!!! Varsity players. Kerri Norwood and Kelly Mc- Kay pay recognition to their parents. Opposite: Melissa Gib- son jumps for a rebound Stats OPPONENT SCORE Denison 64 58 Mineola 36 33 W. Mesquite 58-44 W. Mesquite 53 56 Prairieland 33-32 Frisco 61-69 Wylie 48-41 Greenville 40-55 Farmersville 66-22 Bonham 54-57 Coppel 46-60 Princeton 46-41 Whitesboro 72-29 Frisco 56-75 Wylie 32-49 Farmersville 55-42 Bonham 72-58 Whitesboro 80-30 Coppel 37 46 Princeton 58-51 Front row; Tiffany Pannell. Kelly McKay, Tara Turner. Kerri Norwood, and Alice Buckley. Second row; Coach Colin Curtis. Gail Martin. Marcy Underwood. Melissa Gibson. Cassandra Simmons, and Kelli Wright. Basketball Shooting to Success The Junior Varsity girls had a successful season, even with the transition from middle school ball to high school. The Junior Varsity team was comprised mainly of freshmen and sophomores — and they proved they were fighters. Sophomore Alice Buckley was a main contributor to the team’s enthusiasm, but she was moved up to Varsity later in the season. This put pressure on the team to find a new team leader. Well ... all re- sponded. Heather Harzke proved herself with her willingness to work and hustle. Barbara Simmons also showed great potential during the season. The most improved player during the season and off-season was Liz Longshore. Liz showed great en- thusiasm and a desire to work hard. With these great efforts, the team placed third in district, and has a very prospective future ahead. Go, Junior Lady Ti- gers!!! Front row; Heather Harzky. Yolonda McMurry, and Carla Lucky Second row; Coach Deborah Robles, Ten Gil- breath. Alice Buckley, and Michelle Nichols. 26 Basketball 12 tries to inspire team spirit in her fellow class- mates 34 prepares to run a play. OPPONENT Stats SCORE Denison 17-39 Mmeola 20-22 W Mesquite 26-31 W Mesquite 41-47 Prarieland 2432 Frisco 17-31 Farmersville 27 33 Farmersville 17-31 Whites boro 22 18 Coppell 2842 Front row; Kortney McKay. Christy Taylor. Patrica Wil- liams. and Lisa Gates Second row; Coach Deborah Robles, Liz Longshore. Tara Billington. and Barbara Sim- mons. Basketball 27 Phil Brown succeeds in his attempts to jump the high bar. Track On Your Mark The Commerce Tiger girl and boy tracksters had a very successful season. Phil Brown tied for individual high-point performance honors at the district meet held at ETSU. Brown placed first in the 100-meter dash qualifying for regionals. Others qualifying for regionals were Junior John Long in the 110-meter hur- dles, Senior Jared Harrison in the 400- meter run; Junior Derek Funderburk in the 300-meter hurdles; and Freshman Garrick Sampson in the 200-meter run. The Lady Tigers sent five represent- atives to regionals led by Senior Melissa Gibson, who captured the district cham- pionship in 100-meter hurdles and placed second in high jump. The other qualifiers were: Sophomore Alice Buck- ley, who won first in the 800-meter run. Senior Cassandra Simmons, who placed second in the triple jump and Freshman Barbara Simmons who placed second in the 100-meter dash. Brown was the only one who con- quered the regional competition to qual- ify for the state track meet. Brown jumped a 22-feet 5‘ 2 inch leap to claim sixth at state. Commerce track coach, Charles Stone said, “Phil did about as good as he did in regionals, so you wouldn’t say he choked.” Congratula- tions Phil for making it to state!! 28 Track Derek Funderburk hur- dles with style. Jared Harrison displays his numerous athletic trophies. Opposite Page Melissa Gibson jumps in the tri- ple jump competition. Opposite Page Holly Graham enjoys watching the track participants warm up Opposite Page Melanie Elmore strives for the ex- tra mile. Front row; Diane Turner, Alice Buckley, and Christy Taylor. Second row; Carla Lucky, Barbara Simmons. Cassandra Simmons. Frankie Miller, and Lisa Gates. Front row; Phil Brown. Mane Stone (Tiger mascot), and Coach Charles Stone. Second row; Jay Sadler, John Long. Howard Weatherall, Derek Funderburk, and Richard Relford. Third row; Michael Beane. Clarence Johnson, Lester Thomas. Jared Harrison, Garrick Sampson, Chris Grisby, and Jerome Simmons. Fourth row: Robert Kendall. Rick Baily, Allen McCaslin. and Jason Hudson. Track 29 Baseball The Commerce Tiger baseball team had the most successful season in years. The success was in part due to a new coach, Barry Hughes, who came this year from Mineola where he was an assistant coach. Commerce finished the year 16-5-1 and came within a hair's breadth of capturing playoff title but was defeated by Wylie at home, 4-3. The largest home crowd this season witnessed the tough de- feat. The Tigers will lose three senior starters, includ- ing Heath McFadden, the most influential player this year. He pitched no-hitters, was recognized as the most valuable player in several tournaments and finished the year with a pitching record of 6-2 with a 3.10 earned run average. Casey Ingold was also very inspirational with his plan. He was a team leader on the field as well as off. Ingold had .512 batting average and a .630 on base percentage. The Tigers also had a power hitter this year by the name of Michael Chastain. He led the Tigers with 10 homeruns and 34 runs batted in with a batting average of .432. On the mound, Junior Dewayne Miller had a very successful year despite his arm injury later in the season. He had a 10-3 year and 2.10 ERA. Another Junior, Brandon Beadles had three home runs and 25 runs batted in while hitting .469, and has been nominated by an opposing team’s coach for all-state honors. Great Season Guys!!! Above: Tigers Never Above: Coach Hughes Quit! gives tips to Heath McFadden 30 Baseball OPPONENT Rains Rains ••Rains ••Mmeola ••Grand Saline Como Pickton Caddo Mills Caddo Mills Cooper •Farmersville •Bonham •Whitesboro •Coppell •Princeton •Frisco 10-6 •Wylie •Farmersville •Bonham •Whitesboro •Coppell •Princeton •Frisco •Wylie Stats SCORE 10-0 16-5 15-9 10- 4 19-0 4-0 10-10 10-10 11- 12 9-3 8-6 10-0 1-0 8-2 MO 9-10 10 8 10-0 1-5 3-0 5-2 3-4 Dewayne Miller throws another great pitch to the Wylie team member. Tigers show their sports- manship after being de- feated by Wylie Opposite page Heath McFadden leads off and prepares to score on Dan Blohm’s hit. Opposite page Dewayne Miller winds up for his next pitch. Front row; Heath McFadden, Barry Arnold. Tetty Caldwell. Eric Bruhn, Steve Stapleton, Rodney Sneed, and Jay Sadler. Back row; Coach Barry Hughes. Scott Davidson, Brandon Beadles. Dewayne Miller, Casey Ingold, Dan Blohm. Michael Chastain, and Chris Balck. Baseball 31 Golf Chad Underwood pre- pares to drive the ball. District Play The Commerce High School golf team placed third in district this year with three seniors and a junior leading the Tigers “A” team. At the district tournament at Webb Hill Country Club in Wolf City, senior Rocky Clinton finished with a 85 (the top scorer of the Tiger team), other seniors were Chad Underwood, with 95; Kirk Chaney, with 88; and Trey Curry, with 105. Kenny Cooper, a sophomore, also led the “A” team to a third place district standing with a 98 as a district finish. The “B” team composed of mainly freshmen and sophomores, showed great potential and enthusiasm. The members of the B” team are Pete Wyatt 100; Aaron Zelhart, 106; Sean McLaurin, 115; Shawn Goulet, 199; and Steven Lockhart, 120. Way to go, guys!! 32 Golf ■ Front row; Peter Wyatt. Rocky Clinton, and Kirk Chaney Second row; Steven Lockhart, Kenny Cooper, Aaron Zelhart, and Chad Underwood. Third row; Sean McLaurin and Coach Ken Task. Tennis ont row; David Garcia. Alecia Shaw. Kathy Edwards. Elizabeth azniak, and Laurie Sartwell Back row; Lee Towne, An Ray Hsu, Eddy lize. Colin Buckley. Bill Ollermann. Michael Sartwell. and An Shawn isu. Eddy Mize studies the ball for a well executed hit. AnShawn Hsu hits the ball during a practice game. Going State “Style” The Commerce High School boy’s tennis team won the district 11 -AAA championship with Senior An Ray Hsu capturing the third consecutive district championship. He finished second at regionals and qualified at state, but lost in first round competition. Senior Eddy Mize and Junior Lee Town also qualified as a doubles team at regionals, but were stopped at the regional level of com- petition. Sophomore Alicia Shaw, girl’s varsity, played a three hour marathon match at district but never reached finals. In the junior varsity division of the tour- nament, Kathy Edwards laced second and Elizabeth Razniak took thi. in district. David Garcia captured second in junior var- sity boy’s division. The doubles team of Colin Buckley and Bill Ollermann finished third in district standings. Congrats on a season well done! Great Job! Tennis 33 Student Life Living in . . . The Tiger Zone Enduring four years at the same school can be monotonous. Thus, there are some activities during the year just to look forward to! Even as a freshman, you can look forward to the prom, and even graduation. For some it makes the year pass by just a little quicker. No matter what gimmicks you use to make it through the years, it’s all part of... The Tiger Zone. 'rtyomecamiaa %7 (?e£e uUe T Ct i tne f7tyen4 Tigers Party Hard With the partying spirit of CHS, this year’s homecoming theme allowed stu- dents to have it all! Starting at the be- ginning of the week, students were to dress for the party days — from a toga party, to a free-for-all, each class stepped into the spirit of the Tigers. The soph- omores shocked everyone by winning the hall decorating contest. Unfortunately, we don’t live close enough to the ocean to experience a real beach party, but thanks to the sophomores, everyone at least got a taste of the celebration. The game was beautiful as were all of the homecoming queen, nominees. How- ever, Shelby Hoover took the crown, rep- resenting CHS as the 1987 homecoming queen. But the game was not the end of the fun, for following it was the dance. The Student Council, as always, pro- vided decorations for the evening display- ing the celebration of the Tigers. Students danced and watched videos until late in the evening, followed, in most cases, by a trip to Whataburger, or various other par- ties. Each and every class showed their Tiger spirit and celebrations rocked the Tiger Zone for days following! THE 1987 88 HOME- COMING COURT — Left to right, Stephanie Chessher, Dianna McFar- land. Sharice Henry, Shelby Hoover, Cassandra Simmons, and Jennifer Smith. It's a rough job. but someone has to do it Senior guys take a breal at the top of the home coming bonfire. 36 Homecoming In the spirit of the Ti gers, Greece Rocks! Seniors. Casey Ingold. Jennifer Lockhart. Heath McFadden. and Chad Underwood, wear their togas in celebra tion. The sophomore class's hall is ready for the Tiger beach party Homecoming 37 'Jtiyfa t«t 'PcvMuU e Welcome Denise Rogers President, Junior Class Response Heath McFadden President, Senior Class 38 Prom Recognition of Guests Denise Rogers Procession and Class History Russ Gregg Ann Marie Williamson Denise Rogers Junior Class 1988 Class Will Charles Crawford Sharice Henry Jennifer Smith Senior Class Prom 39 40 Prom 1988 Class Prophecy Cindy Fouse Amy Jacobson Connie Worley Junior Class 1988 Class Personalities Jennifer Patton Sregit Staff Coronation of 1988 Prom King and Queen Meredyth Purdy David Walvoord Junior Class Invitation to Dance Denise Rogers Junior Class Sponsors: Nita Clark Mary Gates Connor John Mildred Lamb Mike Clay Kathy Miller Charles Stone Carole Barnes Jessie West Andy Jones Senior Class Sponsors: James Bass Ray Vardaman Arvella Jones Judy Rudoff Ken Task Jan Adams Brenda Jones Betty Williamson Lou Ann Clark Prom 41 Processional, “Pomp Circumstance” Chris Bauschka Invocation The Pledge of Allegiance Welcome Salutatory Address Valedictory Address Presentation of Class President of Diplomas Benediction Recessional Jennifer Lockhart Cynthia A. Kibler President of Student Council Heath McFadden Senior Class President Cynthia A. Kibler Salutatorian Ian M. Ashley Valedictorian Mr. Steve Clark Principal Dr. Patricia Pope Superintendent Heath McFadden Chris Bauschka Graduation 45 46 Class Favorites Most Beautiful and Most Handsome Cindy Boyd and Charles Crawford Most Likely To Succeed Cindy Kibler and Marcus Ashley Personalities 49 People A member of The Tiger Zone B, eing a student at a small school does have its advantages. It's kind of nice to know that you will never be “just” a face in the crowd. Each student has the opportunity of partaking in all aspects of the school year. While competition between classes aims for new heights, each student’s spirit is essential to reach the top. You are somebody in ... The Tiger Zone. C.I.S.D. CARES ABOUT KIDS Students have had the opportunity of being a part of the CHS family. The theme, CISD Cares About Kids, was selected in an effort to allow both parents and students to know they are supported by the ad- ministration and the faculty. The administration takes part in the lives of students. For instance, CISD in Pictures, a part of the Commerce Journal, would mean nothing without the help of Gail St. Clair. After appearing in the paper for special events, students often receive notes from Dr. Pat Pope, CISD superintendent, recognizing their achievements. Even Mr. Ste- phen Clark, our first year principal, shows his support with the initiation of the TOP CAT program. His intentions in this program are to recognize students for just caring about Commerce High School. The academically minded, the sportsman, and the band member get their chances for stardom. Why not the others — the one who is never late to class, has all of their materials, and who is ready to learn? The CHS faculty has been faced with many changes throughout the year. But this hasn’t stopped the efforts of the teachers. Teachers were to follow and teach the six-C’s. For the first time, teachers displaying these traits were awarded recognition in front of their students. The first winner, from Commerce High School, was Myrna Bass. Mrs. Bass has displayed these characteristics at CHS for many years — and the students appreciate it. As sponsor of the cheer- leaders, director of the one-act play, head coordinator for UIL ac- tivities, and the Speech and Drama teacher, she lets students know that they are important. But Mrs. Bass is not the only teacher that Commerce is proud of. Each and every teacher displays the char- acteristics of role models to the students. Caring is the key at Commerce High School. At larger schools there is not the opportunity to partake in teacher-student relationships. As Michelle Morris said, I don't want to be just a teacher; I want to be the student’s friend! Dr. Pat Pope “1987-88 has been a school year filled with success for you, the students of Com- merce High School. Each of you should feel pride in the year’s accomplishments — in- dividually and collectively. I hope that each school experience has contributed to your educational growth and your personal de- velopment. In addition, I hope that the year has produced for you worthwhile relation- ships, attainable dreams, and pleasant mem- ories. — Pat Pope 52 Faculty “Commerce ISD shares the pride in ex- cellence attained by Commerce High School students, faculty, and administration. We ap- plaud their accomplishments and their goals and dreams for the future.” — Loretta Kibler Faculty 53 Mrs. Loretta Kibler Jan Adams Algebra I Introduction to Physical Science Carol Barnes Art I. II. Ill Drafting James Bass American History Health Boys Athletics Myrna Bass Theater Arts I. II Public Speaking Cheerleading Nita Clark Homemaking and Related Classes Mary Gates Correlated Language Arts Nancy Green English II. Ill Roberta Harris English IV World History Tami Hale English IV Correlated Language Arts Journalism Barry Hughes Physical Science Athletics GIA Conner John Agriculture GWP AndyJones Pre Algebra Physics Boys Athletics Cheating: An Artist's Game Cheating: everyone who practices this art has developed his own method, which enables the ‘•artist’’ to complete high school without having a nervous breakdown. Whether you've stored notes in your calcu- lator during an algebra test or you’ve neglected dressing out because of a hot date that night, it’s still the same goal: to graduate with the least amount of personal exertion. There are 10. 20, 100, ways to barely get by” in high school. You learn the trade as a freshman, build your list of choices as a soph- omore and junior, and by the time you are a senior, you have mastered the art. Freshman year, you learn the basics, such as, tucking a cheat sheet neatly in your sleeve or scribbling the answers on your hand. Your soph- omore and junior years, you get a little more tricky. You learn that carving the answers into your pencils works well. Here's a new one — send yourself a carnation, during a test, with notes on the card. A small price to pay for good grades. Right? Wrong! That's why you only get messages to the office after class! Oh well! As seniors, you have accumulated a healthy list of deceptions, and have many possibilities. Arvella Jones Typing Accounting Brenda Jones French English II Mildred Lamb Computer Math Algebra II Susan Lutz Chemistry Marine Science Melissa Mercer Library Aid Kathy Miller Biology I Introduction to Biology Michelle Morris V.O.E. Word Processing Record Keeping Personal Business Management You can write the answers on the back of your long fingernails. If you think you are about to get caught, you can quickly bite them off. However, no matter how many tricks you find, the teachers know them all. Students don't always know they're caught until the paper comes back with the big goose egg. One teacher said, You can’t cheat your way through life; why start in high school? Whether it be weaseling out of gym class or desperately trying to cheat your way to an A,” everyone has the same thought in mind: learn the art of cheating — until you caught! 54 Faculty I believe the mission of CHS is to prepare students to become productive citizens. This mission is not limited solely to dispensing of knowledge but to the total individual needs in the working world after graduation. I truly hope the positive experiences at CHS will influence the students in their future lives. The faculty and students make C.H.S. a school I can say I’m proud to be associated with. Each year seems to be shorter because of the activities that C H S. students participate in. To the Seniors — C.H.S. is a better place because you have passed through these halls. Shanna Morris Office Aid Vernon Richardson Introduction to Biology F.O.M Consumer Math Pre-Algebra Judy Rudoff Spanish Steve Scroggin Govern ment Econom ics Psychology Sociology Vickey Shirley Alternative School Faculty 55 Tim Spiva Agriculture GIA GW Ag Mechanics Steve Staub Resource Barbara Stone Geometry Algebra II Charles Stone U S. History Boys Athletics Ken Task World History Physical Education Boys Athletics Ray Vardaman Stage Band Band Jessie West Resource Mrs. Sharon Rainey For schedule changes, college questions and personal problems, students know right where to go. When school gets tough, Mrs. Rainey is always around to help out. Thanks to her, the years seem to work out fine from the first schedule during the freshman year, up until college selection time dur- ing the senior year. 56 Faculty Dog in School Commerce High School had a dog Whose nose had made it famous And everywhere it found drugs Everyone would blame us. He sniffs the lockers thoroughly And alerts to the smallest trace The guilty is called out of class And alternative school loses space. The parking lot is up next A thorough search goes on. He knows it all — like from a text And soon the drugs are gone. Ms. Jan Bivins After many years of faithful service to C.I.S.D., Mrs. Follis retired. But the stu- dents’ health was in no way about to be sacrificed. Mrs. Bivins came in and took charge. In addition to her regular activ- ities, Ms. Bivins added a bulletin board by the nurses' door at the high school. On the bulletin board, information about various aspects of students health are posted. It’s nice to know that someone cares! CUSTODIANS: Front row; Jim Carey. Annie Joslin, and Lee Kitchens. Second row; Bubba Timberlake. Betty Tur- ner, and Barbara Mauldin Additional twilight cook; TWILIGHT COOKS: Hel- Sarah Larios. en Brewer. Betty Kick- erson, Mary Molshon, and Shirley Williams. Mrs. Connie Clark Neither a librarian’s work nor a secretary’s is ever done. This year, CHS has been privileged to have one outstanding person after another in both of these positions. Betty Williamson started the year teaching library skills and purchasing books. Lou Ann Clark came in after Thanksgiving and kept the ball rolling. Rose Adams was the school secretary at the beginning of the year. However, after leaving, Connie Clark was there, ready to take control. It’s All About. . . Caring Mrs Lamb hands back a paper to a student after helping with a problem Mr Scroggm prepares to hand out a dreaded gov ernment test Mrs Morris starts the day off with her first pe riod class after a hall duty morning Michael Anderson Barry Arnold latisha Austin Sandra Barker Chris Bauschka Brandon Beadles Dan Blohm Chris Boyle Phil Brown Colin Buckley Tai|i Carmichael Christi Champion Rodney Dangler David Davenport Scott Davidson Ralonda Dittmar Anthony Ellers Jeff Foster Cindy Fouse Ennis Freeman 60 Highlights of the junior year ave included maga- zine sales for the prom, election of class officers favorites, but most of all, becoming upper classmen. No longer are we freshmen or sophomores; instead, we are next in line for seniors. This year the junior class rocked CHS athletical- ly, academically, and spiritually. Juniors Jeanie Fulfer Vanessa Ghaly Mike Green Russ Gregg Deborah Hall Larry Harris Derrell Harrison Tonme Harrison Neiko Hearn Patrick Henry Jamie Hobdy Gary Hoelscher An Shawn Hsu Eric Hudgins Jim Bob Hudson Amy Jacobson Khashi Jalivand Bridgette Jones Tracy Jones Pat Kendrick ■ Athletically, the juniors have shown that there are no limits. Both junior boys and girls had a successful year in football, volleyball, basketball, and baseball. The National Honor Society consists of more juniors than usual. Academically we are in the spotlight. Pep rally spirit, although not as strong as other years, still outweighed that of other classes. The class of’89 showed that they were prepared to hold the title “senior” in the coming year! Juniors 61 Tony Ketner Kathryn King David La Font Tom Lai Tanya Lawwill Curtis Lemon Carla Luckey Mitchell Matlock Sid McCarthy Allen McCaslin The 12 Days of . .. Students having Mrs. Green for class always seem to complain about her teaching rou- tine. However, they soon discover that eve- rything works out great in the end. Thus, in the same fashion as the Twelve Days of Christmas, we have the Twelve Days of Mrs. Green’s class. 1. Set of vocabulary words 2. Assignments to copy 3. Books to read Andrea McEIvy Kelly McKay Yolanda McMurray Dewayne Miller Mason Mills Alice Moore Chnsti Norman Kerri Norwood Leslie Oats Bill Oellerman 4. Films to watch 5. Pages of notes 6. Essay questions 7. Tips on studying 8. Reasons for coversheets 9. Corrections for talking 10. plays to read 11. Grammatical corrections 12. Research topics and the list could go on and on and on ... Christy Parrish Harry Patrick Brenda Pierce Derryk Pope Meredyth Purdy Ricky Rackard Dale Reed Jay Reynolds John Rhodes Angela Richardson John Roberts Denise Rogers Susan Rogers Jay Sadler Michelle Sanders Michael Sartwell Suzie Scace Chris Shaw Jerome Simmons Sydney Stewart Juniors Denise Rogers. Ann Marie Williamson and Kathryn King show the junior family spir- it. Lee Towne has energetic spirit for the home team. 64 Hajra Syeci Doug Thrash Lee Towne Terra Turner Marcy Underwood Phillip Voss David Walvoord Wende Ward Howard Weatherall Pat Weatherford Rama Weldon Chris White Carey Williams Ann Mane Williamson Marcus Wilson Tony Wilson Connie Worley The Golden Year Look around at the huddled faces Excited over last night’s victory game — With the sound of the cheers still ringing in our ears And the melody of the band’s playing The senior ring, everyone crying — Knowing this final separation won’t end. Juniors expectant, waiting their turn And the sophomores quietly blend While the freshmen are wondering When the anonymous days will end. Every one a part of the cluster of chances and tears. That brings all of us together and makes us one, In this golden year. 11 ........................ - 65 Creating A Class Being a sophomore may seem like a time in life with limited activity — a time when you are stuck in the middle. You’re not a freshman, and you’re not an up- perclassman. But that didn't affect the spirit of this class. There was the driver’s license you had to get, decisions to make about everything (from what to do after school, to a summer job), not to mention homework and other school activities! The sophomore class had a lot of fun during the year. They even won the hall decorating contest at Homecom- ing. Although the sophomores were stuck in the middle,’’ their stamina and cre- ativity pulled them up. With a sense of unity and pride, the Sophomores became an exciting class which could be looked upon as a class by themselves. Kristi Bailey Jennifer Barr Glen Bass Brandi Bennett Mark Benson Melissa Blevins Leah Brashears Eric Bruhn James Buchanan Alice Buckley 66 Sophomores Terry Caldwell Robert Carmichael Byron Conley Kenny Cooper Troy Cooper Kristi Bailey, Holly Gra- ham, and Jennifer Mo- ses say, “BE A PEP- PER!” Opposite Page: Derek Funderburk and Kenny Cooper display the ■greatness ' of the class. See Tim Draft? Draft Tim, Draft! Tim Degelia actually does his work in class. Kelli Keene is inspired by the enthusiasm of Homecoming. Shelley Crawford Brian Davis Kellie Davis Deborah Deaton Tim Degelia Kathryn Edwards Melanie Elmore James Estes Justin Ferguson Chris Fullwood Sophomores 67 68 Derek Funderburk Shawn Guolet Holly Graham Jerri Green Tiffany Green Chris Grisby Hazel Harrison Brandi Head Melanie Head Michael Henry After School Are you caught running home, grabbing a box of 40 Hostess Twinkies, indulging yourself with a six-pack of Pepsi and a bag of Doritos just in time to watch (of course, what else) the “Brady Bunch?!” Even though you’ve seen every rerun at least 87 times, it is still fun. There’s more to after-school life than that. Oh come on, “Wake up and smell the coffee!” You can busy yourself with school sports, student council, after-school jobs, shopping (everyone’s favorite pastime, otherwise known as spending money) and exercising — yes, there are people who actually do that! Chris Shaw exercises Cindy Boyd en|oys wash- in athletics during sixth ing her car after school. period. Jerry Holscher Brandy Hollis Brandy Hunt Amy Jackson Daniel Jones Kellie Keene Donald Kelley David Ketner Andrea Klaus Matt Langley Albert Lee Paul Luckey Toi Mabry Gail Martin Richard McCaslin Cheryl McCormick Myron McDaniel Kevin Meador David Miller Tommy Miller It is good for the body, and it gives them a chance to think about things that they usually wouldn’t take time for. And of course, after school is a time for lots and lots of social life. Oh yeah, it’s also a time for that dreadful stuff they call homework. Although most people dread it, it is one of the many factors of high school life. After school is also a time to walk the dog, wash the car, or talk on the phone to catch up on last week’s gossip which passed over your head. All in all, after school is a special time all your own to pursue different opportunities even if it only means grabbing a box of Hostess Twinkies, a six-pack of Pepsi, a bag of Doritos and settling down for one more rerun of the famed “Brady Bunch” — Just go for it!! Kathy Edwards drops her head as the band finds out that they will not go on to state com- petition Billy Mitchell Monty Moore Jennifer Moses Jarrod Nelson Angie Newberry Michelle Nichols Dallas Nicholson Noel Nixon Tiffany Pannell Robert Parker Sophomores 69 Angelica Perez Suzette Prewitt Meredith Raine Shenta Raye Elizabeth Razmak Shaunti Reynolds Not Pictured: Tara Galloway Rebecca Green Bobby Guillory Holly Herman Robert Kendall John Long Kelli Moore Daphane Pannell Harry Patrick Shelia Wright Shelly Crawford is in- stalled by Cindy Kibler as the 1987-88 Student Council secretary Shane Brookshire finds time for a nap. Angelica Perez and An- drea Klaus work diligent- ly on Mrs. Green s as- signment. Billy Riskey Michael Riskey Leah Rudoff Shauna Scott Alecia Shaw Jason Shuttlesworth Johnathan Sibley Stacey Stapleton Scott Stewart Wayne Stubbs 70 Sophomores The Dating Game However hard or easy it may be, dating will always be a part of everyone's high school life. Many problems still plague the individual who is searching for that special someone. The weeding out process and the finding of potential prospects must be worth the time and efforts of the searcher. Another difficulty faced by the majority of stu- dents in this situation is letting the other person know how they feel. Many students splurge and send their special roses while others may write their feelings in a note. Do I come on too strong, or should I be more easy going? These questions often lead to the heart of the problem — rejection. Although there is a feeling of heartbreak the old cliche, time heals all wounds” is an appropriate one. If everything works out, there is always the task of learning and understanding more about each other, but that’s the easy part. This can be done in different ways, from going to parties to just sitting around and talking. However, it’s all just a part of the dating game. Seniors enjoy being a part of the dating game Jason Turner Michael Vogel Demitrius Weatherall Quintis Weatherall Pam Webster Becky William Katrina Wilson Michiel Woolbright Peter Wyatt Peter Yao Sophomore 71 Melinda Mills and Amanda Sadler whisper their ex- citement of going to lunch. On The Opposite Page Caroline King and Dian Kibler enjoy their fresh- man status. 72 Charlie Alderman Keith Anderson Michelle Anglin Phillip Bailey Ronald Barker Michael Beane Robert Bearden Bear Bigler Tara Billmgton Chris Black Jennifer Black Jill Black r Jerry Bradshaw Ben Brisco Lisa Bryant Amy Casselberry Chris Childers Chris Clark Freshmen Class of ’91 Freshmen, the class of 1991, enter unknowingly into a new life. No longer do they hold the top position as they did in junior high. Now they are the “fish, the low man on the totem pole. But being a “fish” is just merely a learning experience. It's now time to respect your teachers, learn new study habits. But most importantly, look forward to being a sophomore. Yes, respecting teachers is, at times, somewhat of a difficult task. Not only are they the guides through the years, but they can also be good friends. In ten years, you will think back and wonder, “What ever happened to Coach Curtis or Coach Stone? Are they still teaching at CHS?” Teachers make a lasting impression throughout high school. Katrina Coughenour Keith Crenshaw Steven Davenport Dathy Degelia Devalin Drennon Jerald Dugan Cinnamin Dunn Monte Edgmgton Meredith Embry Kenneth Evans Chris Evatt Patrick Fluellen Katrina Frank Jennifer Fulfer David Garcia Lisa Gates Teri Gilbreath Paul Gutierrez Thomas Hall Heather Harzke Michael Hearn Erica Henry Doug Hogge Cory Hoover Freshmen 73 Junior. Denise Rogers, and freshmen. Ted Tar- pley. Scott Williams, and Meredith Embry, enjoy their leisure time after lunch. 74 5= Freshmen Jason Hudson Angela Huie Mary Isham Clarence Johnson Sherrod Johnson Tina Johnson Charles Jones Corey Jones Roland Jones Suzie Jonz Dian Kibler Caroline King Skip Kleeschulte Timothy Lane Ivy Lee Lena Lemmons Steven Lockhart Liz Longshore Learning New Things Study habits, the most dreadful test of all, must be learned during freshman year. In most cases, the habits learned as a freshman are carried over to the sophomore, junior, and senior years. For those who start homework after the good television shows are over, the final year’s report card could remedy that. Nine times out of ten, the worst high school grades are during the freshman year. But it changes with experience. Friends are what make a freshman tick. Whether they be a fellow freshman who tags along to the movie, or an upperclassman, who happens to have a car for the Friday Saturday night cruise, new and lasting friendships are developed. One freshman said, That’s what makes being in high school so neat — you can have so many friends from so many different grades. As the year comes to an end, freshmen eve- rywhere don’t seem to mind a bit. They're not quite upperclassmen, but at least they won’t be fresh- men. They are ready to be Sophomores. Sherman Luckey Robert Matlock Ronald Matlock Cynthia Mauldin Cecil Mayberry Kevin McCormick Kortney McKay Sean McLaurin Katrina McMurray Frankie Miller Kalynn Miller Tracy Miller Melinda Mills Marsha Neal Ronald Nicholson Leah Norman James Ogdon Terrance Paznnell Freshmen 75 A Bummer Deal Being a new student is definitely not fun. You don’t know anyone, where any- thing is. or what the people are like But. that can be the fun of it. No one knows who you are. or what you want to be. It’s like a fresh start because no one knows about your past or what you were like So you can change your grades if you weren’t doing so hot. But it is hard when you move from a big city to a small town. You move from a place where people are up on things and have the latest in fashion, tech- nology. and ways of thinking, to just the opposite. It’s different in all ways — friends, grading system, discipline, guys and girls, and worst of all — the town itself. Having to adjust from having a huge mall right down the street to hav- ing a Wal-Mart instead There are some good things about a small town though Like when everyone stops to say “hello” to everyone else People are much friendlier in a small town than they are in a big city. Eve- ryone that lives in that town gets to know one another — sort of like one big family. Everybody knows everyone else — that’s kind of fun. But there are negative points. Like does everyone known everything about everyone else or what? That means, you can’t do any- thing without everyone and their dog knowing about it. And also, you can get real bored in a small town. There is hardly anything worth doing in a small town And. I’m not kidding! But all in all, whether you are moving from a big town to a small town, or a small town to a big town, it’s always scary to move from one town to an- other. Sisters Alicia and Tara Billmgton don’t mind be- ing new students. Becky Williams helps out Tara Billmgton with the dreaded homework 76 Kerri Peden William Pemberton Michael Potts Laurie Putman Bradley Rayshell Richard Relford Jodie Robnett Clarence Rowe Amanda Sadler Garrick Sampson Johnny Sartin Laurie Sartwell Tony Schwartz Jacob Sickles Barbara Simmons Jennifer Simpson Michelle Skauge Rodney Sneed Jerod Stringer Brazos Taber Ted Tarpley Kristie Taylor Lester Thomas Stephen Tice Freshmen Freshman participation was rampant. The ma- jority of the band con- sisted of freshmen like Aaron Zelhart. Junior, An Shawn Hsu, and freshmen Laurie Sartwell and Michelle Skauge, dare the Sregit photographer to take the shot. Not pictured: Dawna Bennett Sharia Clark Tammy Clayton Nichol Crumb Melvin Fair Demetrius Galloway Lara Golebiewski Scharnette Greer Chris Harrison Shirley Hines Craig Malcom Leslie Neal Cinthy Nelson Brent Patrick Sam Savant Michael Thomas Cynthia Ussery Kelly Wehner Jason Bone Cindy Boyd Charles Bryant Jeff Chaffin Kirk Chaney Michael Chastain Cindy Kibler Jennifer Lockhart Holly Martin Bobby Mauldin Billy Cunningham Trey Curry Christy Davis Janis Edgington Sharice Henry Steven Hogge Shelby Hoover Casey Ingold 'Vi Spring Emmons Nancy Helpenstill Steven Hendrix Stuart Hendrix 80 Seniors The Graduation Zone Picture Not Available Submitted for your approval: an incredible group of I graduating seniors, a class which has created new mean- I ings for the word, “PARTY.” Enter a world where life begins at 3:40 on Friday af- I ternoon and ends at 8:25 on Monday morning .. . where | senioritis runs rampant. Beware, for you are about to I witness ... THE CLASS OF 88 ! It began in a small town (you can say that again) in a I small way. Quietly, a new class entered Commerce High | School in 1984 (was it really that long ago?). Talented, I hard workers and hard PARTIERS! For some reason, we I were different from all the classes before. We weren’t I freshmen (thank goodness), we were ninth graders! Like a stone (or a boulder) dropped in a pond, this I beginning sent out ripples. Everywhere, teachers and stu- I dents were talking about us. What harm could we cause I next? The ripples spread. Summer came and went; instead of 1 ninth graders, we became sophomores, more experienced, I and even more partying. Again, we stunned our teachers; I again we showed what partying really means . . . and again I .. . and again ... and again. The ripples grew. Junior year ... Mrs. Green’s English I class .. . Mrs. Lamb’s class. Harder work ... bigger par- I ties. Now we were leaders. Instead of going to parties, we j were throwing them. At last, the ripples became tidal waves, huge TIGER tidal I waves. SENIORS!! definition time: Seniors — students I with mirthful spirit, fantastic talent (you wouldn’t believe i some of the things we could do) including big football I players, top band winners, superb cheerleaders, and state | and national officers. Need we say more? Now our parties were bigger and better than ever. I (What? It’s Tuesday? Heck! Let’s have a party.) Deadly I senioritis set in, but even so we got through government, I Macbeth, Computer Math, and even Bleak House. Some- I how, we managed to make it, even though most of the time it was only to get through to the weekend. A lot of things have changed since the first year. We 3 started out as ninth graders and made it as Seniors, losing some innocence along the way, but gaining in experience 1 and memories. And, we have left some memories behind 9 us. We will always be remembered by our friends, by our I teachers, and by all the classes to come. We were the I CLASS OF ‘88’ who shot like a rocket through the Tiger 1 Zone ... Seniors 81 Remember When Remember when you first started school, you were scared, didn't know anybody. Remember when you used to place tacks in peoples chairs, and laugh when they sat down on them. Remember when you used to think that everyone who was the opposite sex, had cooties. Remember when you used to play stupid childish games, like boys chase the girls, and girls chase the boys. Remember when you used to think of graduating, and then think how far away it seemed. Remember giving that special boy or girl a valentine, and how eve- rybody used to tease you because you liked someone. Remember the first school dance, or your first date, how you were so nervous. Remember when you always used to think that your life would always be like that, never grow up, stay a kid all your life. Remember what a thrill it was to finally get your driver's license and a car. Remember all the fun times we had in school, always thinking that it would never come to an end. Remember old boyfriends and girlfriends. Remember all the parties you went to. Remember being grounded for all those parties. Remember all the fun. Remember all the homework and tests. Remember Mrs. Green. It always seemed that it would last forever. But now we’re Seniors!!! Waiting to graduate and to go to college Start a family. Even though we’re at this point in our lives, it still doesn't feel right. We still have doubts on whether or not we’re ready to face the world. Remember how you thought graduation and adulthood was so far away? 82 Seniors Heath McFadden Dianna McFarland Rhonda McMurray Eddy Mize Wanda Moore Chris Newkirk Lisa Pack Roland Pannell Sanjay Patel Jennifer Patton Marissa Perez Lisa Peterson Joel Phelps Donyale Pickens Lauryl Potts Christine Razniak Seniors 83 Sally Reynolds Cassandra Simmons Jennifer Smith Jerry Smith Michelle Smith Randy Smith Amy Sneed Jay Sosa Michael Sowden Steve Stapleton Elite Stubbs Alysa Thompson Bobby Tice Becky Tuerk Jarrod Turner m ■ u Fred Vogel Gary Weissinger We are Sexy We are Sarah Zelhart Great We’re the Class of '88 Seniors 85 Senior Class Officers: Heath McFadden Jennifer Smith Sharice Henry Charles Crawford Freshmen: Jimmy Ogden, Sean McLaurin, Aaron Zelhart, Charlie Aider- man. Juniors: Denise Rogers, Rus Gregg, Kathryn King and Scott Davidson Sophomores: Jennifer Moses, Shel- ley Crawford, Kathy Edwards, and Kelli Keene 86 Class Officers Scott Barnes — You have been our joy, our friend, and most of all our loving son these past 17 years. We hope you strive and reach the best in what life has to offer. One question however — what ever happened to that beautiful, straight, blond hair? Much Love — Mom and Dad. Alicia Billmgton — We're so very proud of you and your accomplishments during your school years. Thank you for all the pleasures and joy you have brought to all of us. Our best wishes to you for a challenging and ex- citing future. All our love, your family. Charles Bryant — Con- gratulations, Son! You made it. I am so very proud of you. You are a very special person, and I am proud to be called your Mom. Happiness and success in the fu- ture. Love, Mom. Kirk Chaney — You’ve been a great kid! Thanks for being you, for what you are and who you are. We love you, and may all your dreams come true. Love, Dad, Mom, Trey, and Chad. Michael Chastain — Mike, you are a truly wild and crazy guy! To say the least, you have added ad- venture and challenge to our otherwise routine ex- istence, but most of all, you have filled our lives with laughter. With much pride — Mom, Charlie, Larry, and Granny Lena. Baby Pictures 87 A Q C D Beth Clardy — You have been a joy to have as a child and a friend. You're a lovely lady, both inside and outside. Congratula- tions, and I hope your fu- ture is everything you want it to be. Keep up the hard work. It does pay off. Love, Mother and Daddy. Steve Connolly — Fast Steve — Congratula- tions, you finally made it! We’re proud of you and your accomplishments. The past eighteen years have been filled with many good memories and good times. You're a very special person and we love you. Mom, Cathy, and Johnny. Charles Crawford — We are so proud of how you’ve grown into such a wonderful man. May God bless you as you com- plete one aspect of your life and move on to new challenges. We love you, son. Always, your family: Dad, Mom, Shelley, Mary Beth, and Matthew. Chuck Culbertson — Congratulations, Chuck! We are very proud of you, and wish you all the suc- cess and happiness in life. We love you — Mom, Dad, and Amanda. Billy Cunningham — Congratulations. We knew you could do it. Just be yourself, and with your charm, I know your dreams will come true. We all love you and are so proud of you. Love Mom, Dad, and family. Spring Emmons — I guess you were studying when you were on the phone so much! Congrat- ulations! We love you and are very proud of you. Mom, Dad, and Debbie. An-Ray Hsu — Congrat- ulations, Ray! We love you and wish for you a future filled with much happiness and success. Mom, Dad, and Shawn. 88 Baby Pictures Casey Ingold — Congrat- ulations on your gradu- ation! Your kindness and sensitivity toward others will take you far in life. You have been an abso- lute joy in our lives since the day you were born. We love you and are very proud to be your parents. Mom and Dad. Jennifer Lockhart — Know that you take this next step in life with our love and support. You have always made us very proud. Love, Dad, Mom, and Steve. Dianna McFarland — Congratulations on your r graduation. We have al- ways been proud of you, but we are especially pleased with your accom- plishments. Always keep your smile and enthusi- asm and set high goals J . and you will go far We ’1 love you — Mom and i • J 4 HI Dad. Wanda Moore — Wanda was small for her age when she started school, but has always been as big as anyone in pride and determination. We are proud of you. Mom, and Dad. Cindy Kibler — The past eighteen years have been filled with precious mem- ories as we have watched you grow into a beautiful young lady. We have al- ways been proud of you, your accomplishments, and your goals. We love you. Mom, Dad, and Di- an. Heath McFadden — We are very proud of you and your many accomplish- ments. These past eight- een years have brought happiness to so many people! We love you very much and know your fu- ture will be limitless. Congratulations and all our love. Dad, Mom, Dan- ny, and Raeane. Eddy Mize — I know it's hard on a kid when his Mom has always thought he was almost perfect, but you have handled it real well!! Love, Mom. E G F H . . . Baby Pictures 89 Chris Newkirk — May all of your tomorrows be filled with joy and fulfill- ment. Love, Dad. Lisa Pack — Congratu- lations Lisa. We are very proud of you. May all of your dreams come true. May God always be with you and bless you. We love you very much — Mom, Dad, Londa, and Stacy. Marissa Perez — You've been a blessing since day one. You've brought us a lot of joy and happiness. We've enjoyed teaching, guarding, sharing, and learning together. You are a fine young lady. Keep Jehovah in your life always so that your fu- ture will be great! We love you, Mom and Dad. Jennifer Patton — We are very proud of you and wish you much success in the future. You will al- ways be J.J. to us! Good Luck! Love, Mom, Dad, Jeff, and Jammie. Donyale Pickens — Brat — You are the joy of my life, a wonderful daugh- ter, a sweet person, and a good friend. May all the joy you’ve brought me be returned to you many times over and over throughout your life. Al- ways look for the rain- bows and have a wonder- ful life. Love ya Lotz, Mom. Lauryl Potts — From a child of the seventies, to a woman of the eighties — You’ve come a long way baby! We love you. Mom and Mike. Sally Reynolds — We hope you'll always be able to have your cake and eat it too. Love, Mom and Dad. 90 Baby Pictures M3 Amy Sneed — We’re proud of you. You can do anything you want to do. Love, Mom, Dad, and jffer Rodney. Michael Sowden — My first born, how I have loved watching you grow into a fine young man. I don't tell you very much, but son, I'm proud of you and I love you from the bottom of my heart. No matter where you go or what you do, re- member son, I'll always be here for you. Love you al- ways, Dad, Pam, M R. Coty, Joseph, and Becky. Steve Stapleton — Did you hear the one about ... You were full of it then and you're full of it now. May your future be as wonderful as you are to us. Congratulations! Love, Mom, Dad, and Stacy. Becky Tuerk — congrat- ulations, Becky. We are very proud of you and love you very much. We wish you every happi- ness. Love, Mom, Dad, and Michael. Jarrod Turner — You have always been such an important and enjoy- able part of our lives. We are proud of you and your accomplishments. Thanks for being such a great brother. We love you. Dad, Brent, Blake, and Shelly. v id r, Wfissinge? Cor gratuidtiorr Mdy s t r WBSB jt one of many doors to to. tjM future Always continue being sensitive to others; you I are a very special young man and we love you and t.,4 are very proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Me- linda, and Marlene. M N OP.. Baby Pictures 91 ah Organizations Participation in . . . The Tiger Zone Each and every week, clubs and organizations are busy with activities. After all the school books are put away and when all the good television shows come on, many students are on their way to meetings. School does not just mean studying. Instead, it’s a time of working on projects for the school, the community, or maybe just for the organization itself. Organizations are often highlighted by having officers on the state and national levels, and even winning awards at these levels. Participation in all aspects of school is important in ... The Tiger Zone. Michael Chastain and Chad Underwood partic- ipate in Homecoming week Front row; Jennifer Smith, Sarah Zelhart. Jennifer Lockhart, and Shelby Hoover. Second row; Advisor Nancy Green. Suzie Jonz. Cindy Kibler. Kathy Edwards. Casey Ingold. Heath McFadden. Alicia Billmgton, Stacy Berkley, and Cassandra Simmons. Third row; Sanjay Patel. Denise Rogers, Charles Crawford. Kelli Keene. Cinnamon Dunn. Amy Jacobson. Meredyth Embry, and Caroline King. Fourth row; Laura Wil- liamson. Kathryn King, Russ Gregg. Dian Kibler. Sean McLauren. Chris Evatt, Der- ryk Pope. Jimmy Ogden. Dallas Nicholson, Glen Bass. Phil Brown, and Jim Bob Hud- son. 94 Student Council Santa's elf, Kathryn King prepares to deliver Angel gifts SENIOR MEMBERS: Charles Crawford. Shelby Hoover, Casey In- gold, and Saniay Patel are installed Student Council This past year the Commerce High School Student Council has been an effective tool of communication between the student body, the faculty, and the administration. The Student Council has con- tinued to strive to serve those it represents and to improve the lines of communication through worthwhile projects such as the Can- dlelight Dinner and Teacher Secret Pals. In addition, the Council has provided educational, safety, and service projects that extend be- yond our own school and into the community.The Council has also provided activities to promote school spirit and honor outstanding members of the student body. As a result of all the Student Council has accomplished this past ! year, it received awards at the Texas Association of Student Coun- cils State Convention in the areas of S.M.I.L.E. for our anti-drug and alcohol abuse program, and Outstanding Student Council. The Council also received a rating of excellence for the scrapbook and received the award for the Top Project from District XIX. Thanks to the support of the student body, faculty, and ad- ministration and because of the dedication of the sponsor and the members, the Student Council has made 1987-1988 one of its most successful years. Student Council 95 Rolonda Pannell and Holly Martin study the keyboard in office edu- cation. Eddy Mize partakes in the OEA installation cer- emony. Marissa Prez, Jennifer Smith, and Scott Barnes love Mrs. Morris's 2nd period class. Office Education Association The Office Education Association is a student organ- ization dedicated to the promotion of the business world. It is the co-curricular division of the business classes Word Processing and Vocational Office Education. The local organizations was active on many levels in- cluding state and national. On the state level, the local chapter supported Eddy Mize as State Sergeant-at-Arms. On the national level, Jennifer Patton held the office of National Parliamentarian. Under the leadership of advisor Mrs. Michelle Morris, members participated in many activities, through which individual attitudes were developed for the future. In ad- dition, members learned about friendship. 96 OEA Front row; Rhonda McMurray, Cindy Boyd, Jennifer Patton, C sandra Simmons, and advisor, Mrs Michelle Morris. Second rot Deborah Hall, Christine Razniak, Amy Sneed, Christy Davis, Scot Barnes, Debbie Miller, Eddy Mize, Jason Bone, and Spring Err mons Third row; Taija Carmichael. Brenda Pierce, Marissa Pere Jennifer Smith, Shelby Hoover. Beth Clardy, Dianna McFarlanc Rolonda Pannell, Veronica Phifer. Michael Chastain, Janis Edg mgton, and Alysa Thompson. Future Business Leaders of America Front row; Advisor Dr Arvella Jones, Jennifer Lockhart. Stephanie Chessher, Denise Crenshaw, Vanessa Ghaly. Sarah Zelhart. and Connie Worley. Second row; Holly Graham, Brandon Beadles, Becky Tuerk, Beth Clardy. Leslie Oats, and Christie Norman. Third row; Sanjay Patel. Stuart Hendrix, Donyale Pickens, Marcus Ashley. Jennifer Barr, and Christie Baily. Future Business Leaders of America, sponsored by Dr. Arvella Jones, demonstrated its leadership in the school and community through its involvement in several projects. The organization attended leadership conferences, par- ticipated in career day, took field trips, had guest speakers, and attended business contests. Sarah Zelhart served as state vice-president and Com- merce High School hosted both the fall leadership con- ference and the district contests. Jennifer Barr won first place in state competition in business math, and Sarah Zelhart won first place state honors in extemporaneous speaking. The purpose of FBLA is to promote opportunities for secondary students in business to develop career sup- portive competencies, promote civic and personal respon- sibilities and to study and support the free enterprise system. FBLA 97 Spanish Club The Spanish Club of Commerce High School was formed to help students learn more about the Hispanic world, and to support Commerce High School, the Pan American Student forum (PASF), and people in need throughout the world. This year the Spanish Club has undertaken many projects. The club had its annual En- chilada Dinner, Christmas Party, and made tiger tails for homecoming. Members of the club also attended the PASF convention in San Antonio. And for the first time, the Spanish Club hosted a group of twelve students from Mexico City. Each student spent the night in a Spanish Club member's home and attended classes with the host the next day. 98 Spanish Club Front row; Lee Towne. Denise Rogers, Ann Marie Williamson, David Davenport. Marissa Perez, and Stacy Berkley. Second row; Kathryn King. Vanessa Ghaly, Andrea McEIvy, Sally Reynolds. Suzie Jonz Shelley Crawford, Rolanda Dittmar, and Katrina Wilson. Third row Kathy Edwards, Kelli Townsend. Kelli Davis. Katrina Coughenour Andrea Klaus, Laurie Sartwell, Leah Norman, and Katrina Frank Fourth row; Keith Crenshaw. Cheryl Wilson, Laura Williamson, Mary Isham, Richard McCaslin, Glen Bass. Michael Sartwell. and Bill Oei lermann An exhibit that the Span- ish Club encountered on a field trip to Dallas called El Dia de Los Muertos” aka: Day of the Dead Spanish Club members making tiger tales for homecoming. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes started the year with great enthusiasm and spirit. This was easily detected as they built the Home- coming bonfire to great heights. In addition, the FCA participated in many community ac- tivities, including supporting a Student Council Christmas angel. The primary goal of FCA is to be examples of true Christian athletes and to portray a leadership of Christian values in ath- letic events. The French Club came on tres fort for the 1987-88 school year. Members will remem- ber the following events: 1. The time the scorpion crawled under Car- oline’s chair — twice! 2. Making “Ghostie Grams” at Mrs. Jones’ house. 3. Steven taught class. 4. Being broke all year. (If only “you-know who” had paid his dues.) FCA French Club First row; Coach Barry Hughes. Phil Brown, Kelli Keene. Dwayne Miller. Jarrod Turner, and Pat Weatherford Second row; Stan Szafran, Connie Worley. Kelli McKay, Sydney Stewart, Amy Castleberry. Tera Billington, Cinnomon Dunne. Liz Longshore Third row; Barry Arnold, Shelby Hoover, Beth Clarady, Jennifer Smith, Scott Davidson. Heath McFadden, Casey Ingold Fourth row; Jay Sosa, Paul Welch. Kenny Cooper. Monty Moore, Glen Bass. David LaFont. First row; Susan Rogers. Alice Buckley. Stan Szafran, Elizabeth Razmak. Second row; Michael Vogal, Jennifer Patton, Raina Weldon, Becky Williams, Melody Elmore, Walter Truitt. Third row: Gern Green, Caroline King, Meredith Embry, Christine Razmak FCA French Club 99 Anthony Eilers and Gary Hoelscher leave the Houston Livestock Show with honors Future Farmers Front row; Tim Spiva, Kirk Chaney. Amy Faunce. Kerri Norwood. Denise Crenshaw. Steve Stapleton, Kelly McKay. Shannon Atkins, Ellie Stubbs. Burt Williams, Craig Longshore, Conner John. Second row; Bryan Bearden, Richard Weise. Michael Potts, Jerod Stringer, Mitchell Matlock. Jim Bob Hudson, Pat Weatherford. Billy Cun- ningham Third Row; Tony Wilson, Barry Arnold. Jeff Foster, Billy Mitchel. Terry Caldwell. Tim Degelia, Scott Stewart. Taiji Carmichael. Stacy Stapleton. Brandy Hunt, Melanie Head Fourth row; Brandon Jones. Gary Hoelscher. Michael Thomas, Jason Tur- ner. Brent Turner. Donald Kelley. Jennifer Fulfer. Cmthie Mauldin, Kelli Keene. Kortney McKay. Fifth row; Anthony Eilers. Dale Reed. Wayne Stubbs. David Wood, Michael Riskey, Paul Luckey, John Talley. Justin Ferguson. Bryan Thompson, Jerry Hoelscher Sixth row; Kevin McCormick. Mike Anderson. Phillip Voss. Billy Riskey. Tommy Miller, Johnny Sartm, Robert Matlock. Jody Robnett, Steven Tice. Steven Wilson, Shawn Goulet. Seventh row; Tony Ketner, Richard Relford, Bobby Tice. Jerry Smith, Kaden Wilbern. Garrich Sampson. Roland Jones. Patrick Fluellen, Paul Guteriez. Eric Edgmgton 100 FFA of America This year’s Future Farmers of America chapter has remained quite busy. Throughout the year, members have attended fairs, stock shows, rodeos and various other contests. At the November Leadership Contest, the Chapter Farm Skills Team, consisting of Shannon Atkins, Craig Longshore, Jerry Smith, and Burt Williams placed first. At the Area Judging Contest, the Dairy Judging Team, consisting of Scott Stewart, Kerri Norwood, Brandy Hunt, and Gary Hoelscher, and the Dairy Product Judging Team, consisting of Shannon Atkins, Amy Faunce, Trey Curry, and Craig Longshore, both placed third. At state, the Dairy Judging Team ranked 28th. This year, the chapter celebrated its 50th year of establishment. Several awards were announced at their yearly banquet. Star Greenhand — Charlie Alderman; Star Chapter Farmer — Scott Stewart; Dekald Award — Steve Stapleton; Beef Pro- duction — Scott Stewart; Dairy Production — Brandy Hunt; Sheep Production — Kerri Norwood; Horse Proficiency — Ellie Stubbs, Farm Power and Machinery — Jerry Smith; Swine Production — Anthony Eilers; Poultry Production — Trey Curry; Ag Mechanics — Bobby Tice; Placement in Ag Production — Gary Hoelscher; Home and Farmstead Improvement — Burt Williams; Diversified Livestock Pro- duction — Kerri Norwood; Speciality Animal Production — Anthony Eilers; Ag- ricultural Sales and Service — Jerry Smith; Outstanding Senior FFA Member — Burt Williams. Along with all of their awards came a great deal of hard work. However the ffa 101 chapter came out on top with a successful year. Speech and Drama The Drama Club began the year with a pizza party at the teen center. Members of the Drama Club participated in many speech and drama tournaments throughout the year. Valentine’s Day the members dressed in various costumes to deliver singing telegrams and carnations. An award din- ner ended the year. Front row; Russ Gregg. Charles Crawford. Kathy Edwards, and Shelley Crawford Second row; Stacey Berkley. Sarah Zelhart. Sharice Henry. Glen Bass. Jay Sosa, and Heath McFadden. Third row; Sponsor. Myrna Bass. Meredith Rame. Amanda Sadler. Ro- landa Dittmar. Jennifer Patton, and Cindy Kibler. Fourth row; Dian Kibler, Meredith Embry. David Davenport. Mason Mills, and Denise Rogers Fifth row; Caroline King, David Walvoord, Chris Bauschka. Derryk Pope. Colin Buckley, and Chris Evatt 102 Speech and Drama National Honor Society Front row; Cindy Kibler, Sally Reynolds. Heath McFadden. Steve Conally, Steve Hendrix Second row; Tom Lai. Jennifer Patton. Allen McCaslin, Eddy Mize. Andrea McEIvy. Third row; David Walvoord. Kathryn King. Meredyth Perdy, Scott Barnes. Vanessa Ghaly, Sarah Zelhart. Ann Marie Williamson, Denise Rogers. Fourth row; Raina Weldon, Sanjay Patel, Susan Rogers. David Davenport, Amy Jacobson. Kelly McKay. Kerri Norwood. Marcy Underwood Fifth row; Chris Bauschka. Jim Bob Hudson. Russ Gregg. Mason Mills, Colin Buckley, Derryk Pope, Michael Sartwell. Jay Reynolds. Sixth row; Scott Davidson. Alicia Billmgton. Casey Ingold. Marcus Ashley. Jay Sosa. Chad Underwood, and Charles Crawford This past school year the National Honor Society has done several service projects. In late December we baked cookies for Meals on Wheels, an organization that delivers meals to shut-ins. Our cookies were the dessert for one of the Christmas meals. In addition to making cookies for Meals on Wheels at Christmas. NHS also sponsored an '‘angel.” Our particular angel” was an eleven year old fifth grader. We also held our annual blood drive in February. Nu- merous high school students and other adults in our com- munity opened up” their veins for the Wadley Blood Bank. In late March we honored our principal Mr. Clark, and his wife at Pizza Plaza. Later in April we received a plaque from Pizza Plaza because they were impressed by our behavior. NHS 103 Stage Band This year was a very successful year for the Commerce Tigers Marching Band. New spirit and fire was seen in the members as they took second place in the “Parade of Champions” marching contest at the Cotton Bowl and won the UIL District marching con- test and advanced to the regional marching contest. With help from their enthusiastic supporters, the band broke new ground and is looking forward to a bright future. Ap- plause is due to the fine leadership found this year in the new director, Mr. Ray Vardaman. Front row; Jay Reynolds. Meredyth Purdy. Richard McCaslin. and Colin Buckley Second row; Chris Clark. Russ Gregg. Derryk Pope, and Corey Hoover. Third row; Walter Truett, Chris Newkirk, David Walvoord, Chris Bauschka. and Bill Oellermann. Accompaniment section: Sally Reynolds, Jennifer Lockhart. Lee Towne, and Scott Barnes. Director Ray Vardaman 104 Band The Commerce High School Award Winning Band. Bill Ollerman and Russ Gregg display the trophy that the band received for their ’ 1” at marching contest. Chris Clark — Outstanding fresh- man Scott Barnes — Director's award and Ray Vardaman — Band Director Front row; Elizabeth Razmak — outstanding sopho more bandsman. Denise Crenshaw — outstanding senior bandsman and Mr Clayton, the assistant band director Band Front row; Laurie Sartwell, Laura Williamson. Mary Isham. and Kathryn King. Second row; Holly Voss. Cindy Kibler, Katrina McMurray. Leah Brashears. Caroline King. Meredith Em- bry. Pam Webster. Sally Reynolds. Jarrod Nel- son, Ted Tarpley. Dian Kibler. and Meredyth Purdy. Third row; Michelle Skauge. Erica Hen- ry. Angie Newberry. Jerry Bradshaw. Jay Reynolds. Colin Buckley. Richard McCaslin. Sean McLaurin. Chris Clark, Corey Hoover. Kathy Edwards. Tiffany Green. Brandi Ben- nett. Leah Norman, Ann Marie Williamson. Katrina Frank, Denise Rogers, and Denise Crenshaw Fourth row; Mason Mills, David Wood. Russ Gregg. Derryk Pope. David Dav- enport. Chris Newkirk. Chris Bauschka. David Walvoord. Walter Truett. Bill Ollermann. Aar- on Zelhart, Katrina Coughenour. Deborah Deaton, Kelley Townsend. Kelli Davis. Chris Evatt. and Jennifer Simpson. Accompaniment section; Devalin Drennon. Jennifer Lockhart, Ben Brisco. Scott Barnes. Eric Edgmgton. Lee Towne. Sarah Zelhart. and Suzie Jonz. Di- rectors: Ray Vardaman and Clayton Taylor. Band 105 Future Homemakers of America The Future Homemakers of America is a leadership training organization for students enrolled in Vocational Home Economics classes. The overall goal of F.H.A. is to help individuals improve personal, home, and community living. Projects for this year included: Care for the elderly, a visit to the nursing home, hostess for Hunt County Fair, servers for CTA Banquet, Valentine Kisses sale, Bake sale at Break, Christmas Parade float, F.H.A. hayride and a backyard cookout. Front row; Debbie Miller, Lauryl Potts. Lisa Pack, Michelle Smith Rhonda McMurray, Sharice Henry, and advisor Mrs Nita Clark Seocnd row; Joe Dan Conley. Wanda Moore, Cindy Boyd, Donyal Pickens, Hajira Syed, Suzette Prewitt, and Rebecca Green. Third row; Deborah Hall, Dianna McFarland. Christy Davis, Chris Greaves, Billy Cunningham, Jerry Smith, Veronica Phifer, Neiko Hearn Fourth row; Quintus Weatherall, Veronica Nash, Holly Mar tin, Toi Mabry, Demitra Gholston, Tara Galloway, Jackie Adkins, Scharnette Greer, and Shirley Hines. Fifth row; Tyrone Hines. Buffie Faunce, Jarrod Turner. Jason Bone. Patrick Henry, Howard Weatherall, Marcus Wilson, and Lashaunda Turner. Jennifer Patton, editor Stacy Andrus Berkley Melissa Gibson Craig Malcom Leslie Oats Wednesday Thomas Gary Weissinger Advisor: Joe Mills Sregit The Sregit staff worked in a year of change. The previous year’s yearbook was great. However, each member of the new staff had some aspects that they wanted changed. A different picture here, and color there all added up, leading to a great deal of work. However, in some aspects change was needed. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Tami Hale, the year- book was under way. None of the staff had been carried over from the previous year, so learning was the name of the game. At any rate, speed was not a characteristic of the yearbook. At the end of the first semester, confusion set in. Deadlines were everywhere, but no where in sight. A new advisor, Mr. Joe Mills, stepped in to save the day. Pages were completed and sent in. Staff members are sure to remember the numerous weeks it took deciding on the theme, the Sonic runs, selling ads, writing dreaded stories, and typing typing, and more typing. Special Thanks to ... Scott Barnes Mrs. Michelle Morris Chad Underwood Marcy Underwood All of the faculty and staff Sregit 107 Academics Studying Hard in . . . The Tiger Zone ZZkne Tests, homework assignments, notebook grades, and yes, even those pop quizzes, are the basics of our academic spirit at Commerce High School. In the past few years, state standards have been raised to provide a better education for all students. Teachers have been given exact objectives to teach. Even though subjects have become a little “tougher,” many students have maintained their high grade point averages. Many even participate outside the classroom in University Interscholastic League events. Concentrated efforts is what it takes in ... The Tiger Zone. Valedictorian Ian Marcus Ashley Marcus is the son of Kenneth and Glenda Ashley. Throughout h$ school, Marcus has been a strong supporter of all athletic teams - especially football. Other interests in high school have included being active member of the National Honor Society, Future Business Leadersc America, Net-OLE and J.E.T.S. In his free time, Marcus enjoys lifting weights, swimming, and nuts He also likes eating at Poncho's and going to concerts. Most of all, Ik likes the time he spends with his girlfriend. During the summer, Marcus will be a life guard at the city poo However, following a somewhat relaxing summer, he will attend Oberi- University in Ohio and will work on a Pre-med curriculum. Salutatorian Cynthia Ann Kibler Cindy is the daughter of Gary and Loretta Kibler. She has been active in the University Interscholastic League for four years. She has par- ticipated in the district, regional, and state levels of Extemporaneous Informative Speaking. Other U.I.L. interests include the One Act Play during her junior and senior years. Cindy has been very active in our Student Council. She held the position of President during her senior year. In addition, Cindy has been an active member of several or- ganizations including the National Honor Society. Speech and Drama Club and C H S. Band. Although her extracurricular activities keep her busy, she still has her favorite hobby — music. Cindy’s favorite groups include: U2, INXS, The Cure, R.E.M., Depeche Mode, and the Beatles. Cindy’s goals for the future are set high. She plans to attend Texas A M University. Her major will be in business and a minor in political science. Cindy’s future occupational plans are to become an attorney. 110 Valedictorian Salutatorian Junior Rotarians September: Heath McFad- den and Cindy Kibler October: Casey Ingold and Sa- rah Zelhart November: Charles Crawford and Jennifer Patton December: Jay Sosa and Jenni- fer Lockhart January: Mar- cus Ashley and Beth Clardy February: Steven Stapleton and Jennifer Smith March: Chad Underwood and Denise Cren- shaw April: Cassandra Simmons and Scott Barnes Each month teachers nominate and select two in- dividuals to represent Commerce High School at the Rotary Club luncheon. The selected individuals are con- sidered to be those who live up to the high ideals set by the Rotary Club including citizenship and community service. By attending the meeting for the specified month they are elected, each individual becomes a candidate for the Rotary Club scholarship. This year’s Rotary Club scholarships were awarded to Jay Sosa and Sarah Zelhart. Junior Rotarians 111 Honors and Awards CHS Memorial Scholarship ($500)............................................Charles Crawford Free Enterprise Scholarship ($100)............................................Marcus Ashley ($100).......................................................Sarah Zelhart ($100)......................................................Cheryl Orthmar ($600)............................................Jennifer Patto Delphian Club Scholarship ($300)...........................................Denise Crensha Kiwanias Citizenship Awards................................................Denise Crenshav ...............................................Chuck Culbertsor Kiwanias Club Scholarships ($200).......................................................Scott Barnes .............................................Ellie Stubbs Lions’ Club Speech Scholarship ($200)...................................................Sarah Zelhart Lions’ Club Scholarship ($300)..............................................Stephanie Chesshe Psychology Club Scholarship ($300) ........................................ Cassandra Simmon Girls’ State Representative ...........................................Ann Marie Williamsor Alternate:...................................................Denise Roger Rotary Club Scholarship ($500) ...................................................jay Sosi ................................................Sarah Zelhart Pallas Club Scholarship ($300).............................................Denise Crenshaw Thalian Club Scholarship ($500)..........................................................Beth Clardy ...........................................Chris Newkirk Wal-Mart Scholarship ($1000)...........................................................Marcus Ashley Afflatus Culture Club ($400)..............................................................Amy Sneed Juniger Scholarship ($500)...................................................Jennifer Patton National Merit Letter of Commendation......................................Cynthia Kibler Hunt County Medical-Dental Auxiliary Scholarship ($500)................................Marcus Ashley Business Professional Women’s Club Scholarship($300)...................................Beth Clardy 112 Honors and Awards ETSU Accounting Scholarship ($250)............................................. Sanjay Petel Women’s Culture Club Scholarship ($300)......................................Heath McFadden Classroom Teachers Association Scholarship ($200) Eddy Mize Oklahoma Baptist College Athletic Scholarship ($5750)......................... Melissa Gibson Michael Inman Memorial Scholarship ($400) Steve Hendrix ...................................Stuart Hendrix Pat Brown Memorial Scholarship ($400) Jarred Harrison Louise Drake Garden Club Scholarship ($200).....................................Casey Ingold Masonic Lodge Scholarship ($250) ..............................................Marcus Ashley Amanda White Fuller Memorial Scholarship ($200) .............................. Sharice Henry Trinity Valley Jr. College Cheerleading Scholarship ($4000) Diana McFarland Tyler Jr. College Cheerleading Scholarship ($4000) Jennifer Smith Paris Jr. College Speech Drama Scholarship ($1500) Sharice Henry State OEA Scholarship ($500)..................................................Jennifer Patton ETSU Freshman Leadership ($500) Beth Clardy ETSU Presidential Scholarship ($4000)......................................................Amy Sneed ETSU Academic Excellence ($1000)................................................Scott Barnes ..................................... Charles Culbertson ETSU Volleyball Scholarship ($1500)..................................... Cassandra Simmons ETSU Agriculture Scholarship ($600) ........................................Denise Crenshaw .......................................Steve Stapleton Navarro Jr. College Football Scholarship ($8000)................................J°el Phelps Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship ($200) ......................................Stephanie Chessher Austin College Trustee Scholarship ($6500)......................................Sally Reynolds DAR Award ($50)..........................................................................CindV Kibler Midwestern Special Merit Scholarship ($500).....................................Stacy Andrus UT @ Arlington College of Engineering Scholarship ($4000) An Ray Hsu UT @ Arlington Dunsworth Freshman Scholarship ($2000) ........................An Ray Hsu UT @ Arlington Entering Freshman Scholarship ($3000)..........................An Ray Hsu Texas A M Opportunity Award Scholarship ($5000) Cynthia Kibler Oberlin College Scholarship ($7950)............................................Marcus Ashley Honors and Awards 113 U.I.L. Literary District Winners Commerce High School students once again swept through the District 11 AAA U.I.L. literary competition. Commerce was named the overall literary champion with a total of 285 points Bonham was second with 185 and Wylie was third with 139. Individual winners were as follows. 1st — Cross Examination Debate — Derryk Pope and David Walvoord 2nd — Cross Examination Debate — Russ Gregg and David Davenport 1st — Lincoln Douglas Debate — Stacy Berkley 2nd — Lincoln Douglas Debate — Collin Buckley 1st — Persuasive Speaking — Sarah Zelhart 3rd — Persuasive Speaking — Bill Ollerman 6th — Persuasive Speaking — Aaron Zelhart 1st — Informative Speaking — Cindy Kibler 2nd — Informative Speaking — Scott Williams 6th — Informative Speaking — Chris Evatt 2nd — Prose Interpretation — Charles Crawford 3rd — Prose Interpretation — Shelley Crawford 4th — Prose Interpretation — Caroline King 1st — Poetry Interpretation — Sharice Henry 2nd — Poetry Interpretation — Davlin Drennon 1st — Calculator Applications — Tom Lai 1st — Calculator Applications — Jimmy Ogdon 5th — Calculator Applications — Richard McCaslin 2nd — Science — Tom Lai (1st place individual Chemistry test) 6th — Science — Christine Razniak 4th — Ready Writing — Alicia Billington 4th — Editorial Writing — Chad Underwood 2nd — Accounting — Sanjay Patel 6th — Accounting — Jennifer Patton 3rd — Typing — Amy Faunce 1st — Spelling — Amy Sneed Those receiving first through third place advanced to the Regional Competition on April 23rd at East Texas State University. 114 U.I.L. Regional Winners 1st — Accounting — Sanjay Patel 1st — Calculator — Tom Lai 1st — Persuasive Speaking — Sarah Zelhart 3rd — Poetry Interpretation — Sharice Henry 4th — Science — Tom Lai 4th — Informative Speaking — Scott Williams State Winners 1st — Calculator — Tom Lai 3rd — Persuasive Speaking — Sarah Zelhart 4th — Accounting — Sanjay Patel U.I.L. 115 A Company of Wayward Saints This year’s one act play returned home with top honors. Their first competition was Zone where they walked away with Best Actress Sharice Henry; All Star cast members: Charles Crawford, Russ Gregg, and Scott Williams; and Honorable Mention to the All Star Cast members: Shelley Crawford Jimmy Ogden,and Denise Rogers. The award winning group continued on to Area Contest where Sharice Henry again won Best Actress. Charles Crawford, Scott Williams, and Rick Bailey were named to the All Star Cast, and Honorable Mentions went to Shelley Crawford and Jimmy Ogden. At Area contest, they met their match. However, they did not leave empty hand- ed. Sharice Henry was named to the All Star Cast and Charles Crawford, Derryk Pope, Denise Rogers, and Scott Williams received Honorable Mention. All in all, it was a great year for the one- act play. As always, Myrna Bass, director, came through with a top-honor’s play. 116 One-Act Play Ruffiana says, You’re a no good pole cat! The Cast Columbine says to Pan- taione, “You pompous Pig! Scapmo is asked, Why aren't you in school? Pantalone Jimmy Ogdon Scapino Scott Williams Columbine Sharice Henry Harlequin Charles Crawford Ruffiana Denise Rogers Tristano Russ Gregg Dottore Derryk Pope Isabella Shelly Crawford Capitano Rick Bailey Prop Girl Carolone King Prop Girl Susie Jonz Crew: Cindy Kibler Glen Bass Ted Tarpley Where it all began — trying out for the one act play Helping Out in . . . The Tiger Zone Th hroughout the year, organizations all need a little extra support. The community answers this need and supports our activities. 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After three months of sleeping late, enjoying the sun, certainly sick of the heat, the freshmen will return as sophomores — second year freshmen, ready to break in the new “fish.” The sophomores would enjoy the same peaceful summer activities. Some will endure the long hours of driver’s education. But something will be dif- ferent when they return next fall. They will be . . upperclassmen — always ready to be in charge and they ’’think” they are (at least while the new seniors are not around). The juniors were ready to get out of school long before the lower classmen. They had their cars, their licenses, and some even have a little extra spending money. When they return next fall, they will rule the school — ready to take on it all. The Seniors? Well, let’s just say that the seniors were more than ready for the end of school. Many had been ac- cepted to their choice college. Some had their jobs to consider. But the last six weeks just seemed to float by. Teachers were assigning less and al- lowing class time to get it done. No time for homework, just time for friends. The teachers seemed to be ready to get rid of grades more than anything. They were ready to enjoy the summer too. Many will return next fall, but some may move on to new horizons. For most, the summer will be a time of relaxation. After all of that is done, it will be back to school. But for now, here comes summer . .. 130 Closing We Say Good-bye Senior skip day, the prom, and graduation — these were just some of the highlights of the last semester of school. After the hol- idays, CHS students and faculty settled down for spring. Teachers obtained the im- possible task — keeping spring fever away! This was not easy, for spring fever ran ramp- ant. Mrs. Harris was getting ready to cover the windows so that the seniors could not see out. Everyone survived anyway. Spring affected everyone, especially the seniors. The “unofficial” senior skip day found seniors everywhere. Some went shopping; others went to the lake; some stayed home in bed. Some brave freshmen, sophomores, and juniors wanted to join in the fun, too. Many found, however, they had not built enough seniority to match that of the seni- ors. These spent a few days out back think- ing it over. The prom was wonderful. The seniors started their party during the prom, con- tinued it throughout the evening and fin- ished it with graduation. The prom bought a new reality of graduation to each senior. Graduation was a full victory. Proud par- ents cried in the audience while seniors were only too ready to accept their diploma and leave. Some would remain in Commerce for awhile; some would leave right away. At any rate, this would be the last time for the entire senior class to come together as one. For all classes, the future remains un- known. However, with the firm foundation of Commerce High School, each student has the opportunity to fulfill his or her dreams. Tell us why the orange and black Into our memory is coming back Tell us why to you we're true Tell us 0 Commerce, Just why we love you. Because your memories are fond and dear, Because your spirit is always near Because your colors are always true Dear Commerce High School, We'll always love you. 4 Sregit Staff Stacy Andrus Berkley Melissa Gibson Craig Malcom Leslie Oats Jennifer Patton Wednesday Thomas Gary Weissinger Advisor: Joe Mills S.B.