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

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Making it official, the 1982 Home- coming Queen, Bonnie Wright crowns her successor, Jennifer Cooper. Despite the 21-14 loss to Salem, varsity cheerleaders Brenda Hud- son and Kelly Schutt keep the crowd's spirit up. 14 Homecoming Taking a much-needed break, Ron- ald Ross still concentrates on the game. Senior Court and Escorts: (Bottom to Top) Tammy Montgomery, Eric Akers; Dana Holland, Colin Hutcher- son; Keena Witcher, Fred Mack: Robin Hall, Tim Hall; Angie Fuda, Rodney Jones; Jennifer Cooper, Mike Bryant. Junior Court and Escorts: (Front Row) Tom Austin, Kristy Hubbard, Tammy Dillon, Bud Dudley. (Second Row) Gisle Ostad, Michelle Ross, Shelley Sloan, Mark Hagy. (Back Row) Mitzie Brooks, Richard Ewers.

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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

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At the only home game of the sea- son, community support shines through as the Ferrum College sta- dium quickly fills with Eagle fans. Celebrate Homecoming 1983 was a week that would remain in the minds of the students for a long time. Spirit Week, the parade, the game, and the final dance were all parts of Homecoming festivities. During Spirit Week, students showed school spirit by dressing according to the days. On Monday, Circus Day, people dressed as clowns, ringmasters, and even a bearded lady. Tues- day, Sports Day, had a vari- ety of athletes roaming the halls. Football, tennis, bas- ketball, Franklin County had them all. Wednesday was Tacky Day — polyester came out in force as stu- Posing for the first royal picture, Roy Foley and Jennifer Cooper be- gin their reign as Mr. Football and the Homecoming Queen. Sophomore Court and Escorts: (Front Row) Garnet Tyree, Melissa Muse, Michelle Scott, Ryan McCar- thy. (Second Row) Buster Poff, Mi- chelle Turner, Ellen Naff, Greg Da- vis. (Back Row) Sheri Foley, Steve Bowman. Freshman Court and Escorts: Au- dria Walker, Paul Schiemann; Lori Dudley, Brian Constable; Karen Akers, Todd Walter; Lisa Dudley, Mark Mills; Robin Leonard, Todd Leonard. dents clashed their clothing. Thursday was Joe Cool Day, which for many, spelled PUNK. New Wave outfits flashed through the halls speaking of clothes to come in future years. Friday was the big day. Students decked themselves in red and white to boost their spir- it for the football game. The Homecoming Parade was held on Friday after- noon. Over 40 floats entered the parade. Winding down the parade route, 30 clowns passed out candy, the band played, and floats were judged. Winning the float contest was the Senior class. On Saturday, Franklin Coun- ty played its only ‘“‘home game’ of the season at Fer- rum College. The communi- ty came out in full force. Ad- ams Field was packed with students and alumni. Frank- lin County lost the game to Salem 21-14, dampening spirits for all. Seniors were especially saddened to watch the Eagles fall to the Salem Spartans. (cont.) Homecoming 15