Franklin County High School - Animo Yearbook (Rocky Mount, VA)

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A Crystal Moment Spending their last few days taking exams and finishing papers, seniors were not able to enjoy some last mo- ments with friends reflecting on high school memories. Graduation day was fast ap- proaching. Nervousness, ex- citement, and anticipation surrounded that final day of high school. Seniors had been marking the days off their calendars even from the beginning of Sep- tember. On that hot, humid evening in June, the class of '83 marched into the Central Gym. Every seat was filled except those special seats left for them. With dignity and pride, the seniors filled their rows. Parents watched for their special seniors. Teachers and administra- tors faced the product of their four years of work. It was when the time came for giving out the diplomas that emotions were truly felt. Listening to each name and then walking across the stage to receive the diplamo was a crystal-captured mo- ment. Looking at his diploma, one senior commented, ‘‘This means that | have to start all over again. | will soon be tak- ing care of myself. I’m really not sure that I’m ready for that future.” Wearing their alma mater’s colors, the teachers take one last breath of cool air before filing into the Central Gym. Looking for that special someone in the crow d, Randy Renick savors his last moments as a high school senior. 12 Student Life

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La Quebrada, the famous cliff divers’ haven, is observed by the students on a sunny and blistering day. The fantastic view of Acapulco Beach left the students in awe of its mystical waters. Adorned with gold, the Metropoli- tan Cathedral has served as an at- traction for many years. Mexican Spirit Spring break made it possi- ble for a group of Spanish students and their teacher, Mr. Tom Nix, a chance to tour Mexico — a home away from home. Mexico City with its multi- tude of shops and boutiques overflowing with handicrafts was a great attraction. There were very few wide streets, but each was filled with small, rapid moving cars. The drivers never seemed to show any consid- eration for others; they recklessly shot through the crowded streets. Also seen in Mexico City was the University. Its buildings were swathed in murals as most of the modern build- ings were. It was on Highway 95 that the students saw the real Mexico. There were the slums, the dry desert region, the dried streams, the som- breros, and the donkeys providing first-class trans- portation. Arriving at Taxco, everyone was greeted with a glass of tequila — the spirit of Mexi- co. Hanging on a steep mountain side, Taxco looked as if someone had planned a movie set of an Old World Village. The city was im- mersed in its silver heritage with workshops and show- rooms for touring. However, the most popular spot was Acapulco. The ex- otic and natural beauty was breath-taking. The beach with its long coastline and abundant thatched sun- shades was a main attrac- tion. Returning home, the stu- dents realized they had de- veloped a great appreciation for the Spanish speaking people. Student Life 11

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Leading the way, Junior Class offi- cers Mark Newbill, Andrea Griffith, Annette Wood, and Melanie Hoover direct the 1983 graduates to their seats. Applauding the valedictorian's ad- dress, graduates show their approv- al. At their last time together, the Class of 1983 is officially graduated by Principal Joseph Adams. sass | As one of the 15 Junior helpers, Carla Shepherd gives a program to Mark Foster. Student Life 13