Fairmont High School - Maple Leaves Yearbook (Fairmont, WV)

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 V. As with Dan Fogelberg’s “The Leader of the Band,” the Polar Bears became a living legacy. Competition between schools caused the Bears to struggle to uphold their repu- tation. They re-established themselves as a powerhouse in the county and throughout the state. In sports, as well as aca- demics, the student body set up a dynasty which pushed them to the top. Success began early as the football team went to states followed by the band and Choraliers, who found them- selves in the midst of nation- al competitions. The basket- ball and wrestling teams both added honors to the trophy case by winning the Big Ten Conference. With the Math Depart- ment dominating the Marion County Math Field Day and language arts competitors bringing home numerous awards, other groups proved that sports teams were not the only ones becoming champions. Hi-Life and Maple Leaves, school pub- lications, received First Place awards from Columbia Scho- lastic Press Association in New York. Although this year will be remembered as successful, the colors of the Blue and White will continue to sym- bolize the strength of the Po- lar Bear as ... The Legend Lives On “The Legend Lives On”

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Obviously, legends do not develop by themselves. They evolve because they stand for something important and over a period of time, peo- ple come to respect them for what they symbolize. Service clubs led the way with many organizations offer- ing their help to worthy causes. Keywanettes assisted with the raising of funds for muscular dystrophy. They also aided the mentally handicapped with the help of the Polarettes. But clubs weren’t the only groups helping the community. Thespians, in cooperation with Choraliers, presented the play “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” for children of all ages. The school not only helped the community, but seeked support from it also. Guest speakers presented programs for the students along with funding many organizations’ projects. The unselfishness of the stu- dent body became a driving force in the development of the community as ... The Legend Lives On J Opening 5

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SPIRIT — Showing the pride that won them the Best Cheering Section trophy, Polar Bear fans become en- thused with the basketball action. FAN SUPPORT — Bursting onto the Held, fans help celebrate a 13-0 victo- ry over previously undefeated Bridgeport keeping their playoff hopes alive. With the w’in, the Bears advanced to a second place ranking in the state. ONCE AGAIN — A teary-eyed cheer- leader, Terri Walker, senior, watches as the Bears are defeated 21-6 by county rival North Marion. As wTith the 1978 season, the Bears wTere again AAA Football runners-up. GO BEARS — Supporting the team in their drive for the championship, Band Member Todd Ridgewray, soph- omore, performs the pre-game show at the North Marion game. Opening 7