David Crockett High School - Texan Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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Feeling of Pride Organizations not only create an at' mosphere of fun, excitement, and a promise of meeting new friends, they also bring a challenge to the student through out the year. Hundreds upon hundreds of hours are applied by students toward their organization in hopes of feeling accomplishment and success as an end result. The range of or anizations at Crockett go from Student Council to Future Farmers of America, from Choir to Tex-Anns. The wide variety proves that the student body is made up of all kinds of people, with a broad range of were proud of. stated Mrs. Brooks. The overall goal of the Black Cultural Awareness Council is to inform the public about the background of the negro race, and how black culture has progressed so drastically in the last few decades. The cheerleaders create most of our spirit at football games and pep rallies, Cheerleader, Lissa Smith, said Cheerleading isn't all fun and parties, we work hard to make sure that everyone gets a feeling of true school spirit. Early morning practice, daily preparation and numerous hours of A lot of hours, A lot of effort. . personal interests. Not only do organizations provide a place for students to focus their time and in- terests, but also a chance to meet a new group of friends. Organizations bring together people of a common interest, and this is evi- dent in each club's activities. One of our largest organizations is the band. There are more than 175 students active in the band and countless adults givin their support through the booster club. The unity and feeling of pride and ac- complishment within the band is enor- mous. Each student puts into band at least three hours a day, every day. Learning is just a part of being involved in band, each band member displays a real sense of desire with good reason. We have one of the best marching bands in Texas. Band librarian, Michelle Creasey, said Band is a regular part of your schedule. A lot of hours, a lot of ef- fort. The overall showmanship of the band delivers a definite message of the determination of each member to find excellence from within. Katherine Brooks, the Black Cultural blood, sweat, physical exertion, and more sweat, are put into each school event. The invitation from the cheerleaders to join in the cheering for our school normally creates an at- mosphere of chaotic excitement. Each year organizations create the restless mood and enthusiasm that will always bring back memories of our 84- 85 school year with fellow students, teachers, and unforgettable friends. As we open our minds to the new school year, we'll always remember the hay- rides, pizza parties, conventions, and all the crazy things we were a part of during this past year. Most of all we'll think back on being part of the spirited life of Crockett High. The crest and crowning of all good, Life's final star Brotherhood. - Edwin Markham by Christy Hodson Awareness sponsor, said that she was sponsoring a group this year because of the enjoyment of getting to know new students, and having a two-way learning experience. We have a history that S3 Z - S .4 s --e K'

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CUNTENTS 2 National Honor Society and Student Council 122 Cosmetology 124 Orchestra 126 Cheerleaders 128 Choir 130 F.F.A. 132 F.H.A., P.E.L.E. and B.C.A.C. 134 Publications 136 Tex-Anns 138 Cougar Den, F.H.A.-Chap. II, 140 F.T.A. and H.E.R.O. D.E.C.A., Auto Mechanics and Drafting 142 Health Occupations, Science Club, 144 O.E.A. and V.O.C.T. A Spanish Honor Society and P.A.S.F. 146 Speech and Drama 148 .h I.C.T. and F.B.L.A. 150 H Band 152 Mu Alpha Theta and Texans 156 N .. 'hx URGANIZATIUN S

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-lj ff -5 19' 4 ' if s V via Cami J . ff n JU , T ' X 5 i l i i: 'ni A f'X J v ' V C- AA S ., -3-4,22 0,121 1 w N5 4 , f-1 fr KN P' Wx I We should all be concerned about the future because we will have to spend the rest of our lives there. Charles F. Kettering If you are concerned about your future, you can do something to prepare yourself for it. No matter what your in- terests, there is a school organization for you. These organizations have different purposes and appeals to attract a wide variety of students. Student Council is one of the more active organizations at Crockett. Robert Hook, the stu- dent council president, said that he feels the student council should represent the whole student body, provide them with a place where they can be heard, and to create a positive relationship between the ad- ministration and the student body. Drama Club, on the other hand has somewhat of a dif- ferent appeal. Mr. Staples, the sponsor of the Thespians, said that their main purpose was to give those students that didn't have the opportunity to be in the drama class a chance to par- ticipate in the productions. He also said that, Anytime you take theatre, you help yourself. No matter what career field you choose, it gives you a free, self- assured feeling about talking in front of audiences. It's also helping to build future au- diences of the theatre as well as actors and actresses. There are still more organiza- tions that might appeal to you. One is Future Farmers of America, or F.F.A. The aim of F.F.A. is the development of agricultural leadership, cooperation, and citizenship. However, it is hard work and, as Mr Adams, the advisor of F.F.A. said, Whatever you put into it is what you get out of it. He went on to say that raising animals and planting seeds is not all that we do. F.F.A. also gives students a chance to ex- pand their leadership skills and to overcome their fears of speaking in front of others. There are 42 organizations at Crockett with many different purposes, aims, and appeals, the competition for members is great. Therefore, it is necessary for organizations to attract new members. Mr. Adams said, Your best recruiting tool is your students. So, what do you say? Reach out and GRAB someone. by Stephanie Bucklew Mr. Garza and Reynalda Martinez play Pass the Apple at the P.A.S.F. Hallo- 121 ween party while white faced rnimes, Joanna Amezquita and Rudy Miranda, wait for their turn to play.