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

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Out and About Raindrops keep falling on my head. Junior Tracey Doo- little and sophomores Matt Urse and Bobby Shuman make their way from the Freshman Building during a light drizzle on a spring day. London Fog Stopping in Fairmont while touring the U.S., Dr. Roger Jerome discusses English teenagers in Mrs. Linda Mor- gan's Phase IV English Class. Americans typically think of London as the wet city. Splish Splash Checking out the course. Jun- ior Eric Shaffer plays through flying water at the Fairmont Field Club. While other ath- letes had to fight rain or snow, the golf team had to contend with the sprinkler system. Rainy Days 29

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«° )o„„ «° to slee an t forge aII bo8ut °'nevvort 0phom K,ktno., Wet 'n Wild Walkingin the rain, students endure the wet weather of an April shower. Throughout the rainy season, students hassled with carrying umbrellas around all day. Weather Factor With an umbrella in hand. Junior Jodi Stalnaker stands clear of the rain. Wet weather was a major factor in the bi-annual Europe trip to Italy and Germany, Nov. 19-31. 28 Rainy Days When they wanted one, it never came. When they hated the thought of having one, it poured. When they didn't care, the weather didn't seem to be a problem, but when they did, a rainy day could dampen anyone's spirits. It always seemed that no matter how hard students wished for rain to get out of mow- ing grass, raking leaves or taking out the trash it didn't even look cloudy. On the other hand, however, there were times when teens prayed for no rain and massive downpours would apppear from nowhere. Rain was never far away when students or faculty members alike washed their cars, planned a picnic or any other school activity. Mrs. (Jo) Lawson and 1 definitely are not meteorologists. It seemed like every time we plan an outdoor activity weather causes problems. Rain forced the open air debut concert of 'Armed and Dangerous', sponsored by the Spirit Qub, to Fifth Street Gym and the dance in the back drive was dampened by a torrential downpour. What's more loe said it would', commented Spirit Club Co-Adviser Carol J. Amos. Rain didn't always have to be a downer. because on a hot day i t fel t good just to stand out side as the rain splashed around, leaving a spring smelling fragrant. When winter snows didn't provide any vacation days, the rain filled in and students were dismissed from school early March 7. I live by the river and it scared me when Mr. Tennant announced that school would be dismissed early due to rising waters. All 1 could thinkabout was mymomsitting home alone and not having a way to leave in caseof an emergency. It was one of the worst feel- ings of my life, remembered Junior Stepha- nie Powell. Rain also gave students the chance to get caught up on things in which they were behind, such as homework, sleep and soap operas they had taped since the beginning of school. After school on a rainy day, it's nice to go home, go to sleep and forget all about home- work, stated Sophomore Kiki Holloway. Senior Dave Chadwell seemed to have a different ou tlook completely, Rain is boring and depressing. Like the song says, 'Rainy Days and Mondays Always Get Me Down'. —by Shila Shannon

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30 Junior-Senior Prom ightonthelowi Now where did my date go? Oh well, who cares?! Getting caught up in all the excitement, students found it hard to keep track of their dates at the annual junior-senior prom held April 30 in the Fairmont State College Turley Center Ballroom. Decorated in Williams- burg blue, mauve and cream, it was an eve- ning fit for A Foreign Affair. After the court was elected in late Septem- ber, the Oass of 1989 began plans for decora- tions while juniors and seniors began look- ing for dates. Of course, ordering corsages, buying gowns and tuxes and getting hair done were necessary preparations just be- fore the prom. Then it was time to get ready, pick up dates and pose for family pictures. Before prom my date came to my house and we had to wait for my mom to come back from buying film. She bought the wrong size. After the picture taking, we went to some pre-prom parties, stated Junior Tanya Smigocki. Eating before or after prom added a spe- cial touch by giving students a chance to show off their formal apparel while diningat restaurants in the tri-city area. The part I most enjoyed about prom was getting all dressed up, going to dinner, and spending time with my boyfriend, replied Freshman Tracie Richendollar. Between parental doting and elegant din- ing were the 7-10 p.m. hours of the dance itself. I thought prom was fantastic. Every- thing looked great, and 1 was happy to see a lot of the teachers helping out. I hope next year the juniors can uphold the standards as we have, responded Junior Monica Stout. Even though many viewed prom as a suc- cess, others voiced their opinion differently. Prom was sort of a drag until later in the evening. There should be something exciting to do other than wait until coronation is over and the band starts playing songs. There should be more slow songs than fast because it's kind of hard to dance fast in a tux and gown, commented Junior Eric Shaffer. Despite the different views, some looked beyond the decorations and glamour and all the hustle and bustle to enjoy the evening. Prom this year wasn't just who you were with, the decorations or his tux or her gown. Tire Queen's Dance With her coronation roses in hand. Queen Melissa Pride dances with her escort. Senior Andy Christian, during the queen's dance. Melissa reigned at A For- eign Affair April 30. A Private Moment Concerned only with each other. Freshman Michelle Hess and Junior Chuck Layman relax in the Coral Room after coronation. Prom was the traditional date filled with tuxedos, gowns and flower .