Fairborn High School - Flight Yearbook (Fairborn, OH)

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Good work in all areas . . . F.H.S. Take a Bow S ummer vacation was almost over and as we marked off each August day from our calendars, we prepared ourselves for the new school year. No longer would we be able to snooze until noon or lounge around the swimming pool copping rays. We would soon be rising before the sun and pushing our way through hallways to make it to class on time. But as the big day approached, we began to get excited. From the moment we walked through the school's doors we noticed a new at- mosphere. Everybody, faculty and students alike, was full of spirit and deter mination to make this a successful year. We set high standards for our school and represented it with pride. When we achieved one of our goals, we celebrated, but many times we encountered disap- pointments and setbacks on the way. But we made the best of what we had and our actions were worthy of praise. One of the goals we achieved was get ting a mascot suit for the sporting events. This feathery friend soon became a favorite of the crowds as it pranced about and performed its antics. It could often be seen in the stands greeting its fans or boogying to the beat provided by the band to boost school spirit. The Hawk was not alone in its quest to promote school spirit though. The Spirit Committee was also formed for this task. Among its activities, was another Spirit Week held in February to chase away those winter blahs. Another new addition was the Hawk Rock which decorated the front of the school. The Rock thrived as students, turned Picassos, sneaked out in the stealth of the night to lend their artistic talents to it. In the morning all that remained was a newly decorated Rock boasting a favorite rock group or college. Even Ronald Reagan's name made an appearance on it as he battled for a second term in office. On the sports scene we also found some changes. Joining the other traditional sports on the roster was a gymnastics team. It took us awhile to get the team formed. stated Junior Angie Greene, but it was worth it. We really learned a lot from the competition. The gymnastics team wasn't the only new kid on the block, though. Our football field was trans formed, making its reappearance as our new soccer stadium. It was especially welcomed by the soccer and football players who no longer would have to share Memorial Stadium. Both fields would now be used less and would be in better condi tion for gametime. For those interested in the performing arts there was the Muse Machine to join this year. It was an organization which brought in professional talent which the students could view for free. Senior Katrina Kittle commented. I thought the Muse Machine was really worthwhile because it made the members aware of all the different areas of the arts and how they're all inter related. Another area we made strides in was academics. A new program was added this year. Calculus A.P. This class was open to seniors who wished to study calculus in greater depth. Remarked Kathy McCoy. Even if I don't get college credit for the class. I'll still be ahead because I'll have a better understanding of Calculus. Before a typical .liter school band practice during Spirit Week Junior Gary Sharp takes his instrument into the bandroom to prepare for some serious re hearsing before the big Homecoming game Opening

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A» the tun rite» over Fairborn High School, a parent pulls out of the parking lot after dropping off his child for a day at school. Fairborn High School 900 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd. Fairborn, Ohio 45324 Volume 3

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 After a thorough dunking. Junior Julie Hohler goes back lo await another one in ease another spec tatut tries his lurk at the dunking booth and comes up a winner I he dunking booth was one of many lun tilled a tivities located at the Mary, help of Chris tians summer r atnival Proud to be Skyhawks. Athletic Director. Mr. Punky Williams, and mascot Christy Kcsner ad- mire the 4lh of July crowd as they take a leisurely ride down Htoad Street in the parade. Standing at attention with dignity. Senior field ronimanders I J Poster and Amy Whitehall prepare iliemselves lo take charge while Guard and Senior Drill Team members Ingrid Twist and Debbie Shade await the signal to begin Opening 3