Daviess County High School - Echoes Yearbook (Owensboro, KY)

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The Best of Times Graduation and Baccalaureate highlighted the many memorable events held in May for the seniors of 1982. On Sunday, May 16 over 300 DCHS seniors joined Apollo's graduating class of 1982 to participate in the traditional Baccalaureate service at the Sportscenter. The Processional and Recessional were performed by the DCHS Symphonic Band. Rev. Thomas W. Eblen of the Trinity and Utica United Methodist Churches opened the service with an in- vocation. Following the performance of Sea- sons by the DCHS Symphonic Band, Rev. loe Milton Thomas, pastor of Daw- son Baptist Church delivered the ser- mon. Rev. Thomas is the father of Miss Karen Thomas, 1982 Valedictorian and Honor Graduate. The Apollo Chamber Choir then per- formed Handel's llHallelujah, Amen and Rev. Eblen followed with the benedic- tion. The choral benediction, 'lLord Bless You and Keep You , was also per- formed by the Apollo Chamber Choir. Following the Baccalaureate Service came the event seniors have strived twelve years for . . . graduation. As the band played llPomp and Cir- cumstance , the graduates took their seats on May 19 while Valedictorian Ka- ren Thomas and Salutatorian lanet Moredock prepared to deliver their speeches. After the commencement address was delivered the long-awaited moment ar- rived and each senior was handed their diploma. A major change in the graduation ceremony was that the girls wore white gowns and carried red silk roses while the boys wore red robes with a white carnation rather than the traditional ma- roon. There was also a red and white banner carried which will remain in the lobby as the first of a new tradition DCHS. There is also a five-year reunion being planned instead of the traditional ten- year reunion. At this time the seniors of 1982 can look back on this year and re- alize that these were truly ilThe Best of Times . The banners, a new tradition at DCHS, Valedictorian and Honor Graduate Ka- represented each department and were ren Thomas delivers her speech, on the designed by faculty members. importance of service and scholarship, during the graduation exercises. 'GENCc .ANGQPCE XPTE s...,a MATH 38!Graduation mu, hm!

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Spring Hctivities memoroble for Seniors of 1982 The seniors of 'I982 participated in many events near the end of school which provided many lasting memories of their senior year. Spring Break was one of the most an- ticipated events and probably the most enjoyable. As many seniors made plans for their excursion to Florida, others pre- pared for a week of rest and relaxation as they tried to make the best of spend- ing KEA in Owensboro. For those seniors who had already se- lected a college, Spring Break provided the perfect opportunity to visit the campus, meet with students and faculty and to become more aware of the new life awaiting many seniors after gradu- ation. Near the end of the school year, the arrival of graduation announcements made seniors more aware that gradu- ation was very close. One of the most eagerly awaited events for every senior was Prom. The junior class put a great deal of time and effort into the organization of Prom to insure that the senior class would have a very memorable Prom. Mrs. Beech presents Holly Hummel with a Business Dept. award. Awards Day was held May 4th at Reid Stadium, Awards Day was an event in which many seniors were recognized for their achievements in many areas of academ- ics as well as sports and other extracurri- cular activities. Scholarship recipients were also recognized. The 'lWlZ was performed May 13-15 in the DCHS auditorium and gave seniors the opportunity to attend one of their last school-related events. Senior cast members include: Tornado, Kim Pe- tersg Addaperle, Amy Wiggingtong Tinman, Barbara Simon and Lion, joe Sturgeon. The Talent Show provided many seniors, as well as underclassmen, with an opportunity to demonstrate their var- ious talents before the student body. Senior, Amy Wiggington, finished first in the voice category and Holly Newman, also a senior, won as best piano solo. The emcee was Kirk Kirkpatrick. The last event for the seniors before graduation was held on May 17. The senior picnic took place at Miller's Lake and many seniors took advantage of the 900 weather as they swam and enjoyed this fun-filled event. Mrs. Postlewaite, the Big Red Machine sponsor, holds a plaque that has the names of BRM Hall of Fame members. Chris Whelan was inducted as a mem- ber for her outstanding work in journal- ism, Wk- .K 'a,. my . . 1 m,,,,,,a- 1 f,,.f Aw, lr 1 1 A ju . A li .j il . - , , W i Q lfilllll l ' . ,flier Senior Activities!37

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Five of the Top Ten graduates wait for their fellow classmates to take their seats Wednesday, May 19 at the Owensboro Sportscenter. Barbara Simon is congratulated by friends after the graduation commencement. Daviess County and Apollo graduates enter the sportscenter together durlng the 1982 Baccalaureate held Sunday, May I6. The graduating class of 1982 take a few minutes to reminisce before they enter the Sportscenter. Graduatlon!39