Gar Field High School - Indian Echoes Yearbook (Woodbridge, VA)

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Wanda Trupin, from a travel agency, talking about travel plans. A career in cake decoration could be fun. Career Night’s main objective is to give the students background in the fields they wish to pursue in their future years. The students see occupations ranging from military careers (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines) to electrical engineering. While on the career night tour through Gar- Field’s hallways, the students had the opportunity to ask and receive information. The answers received from these occupational tradesmen sometimes influence the decisions of the future for many students. A group discussing career matters. A broadcasting career with WPWC. Career Night 13

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CAREER NIGHT Join the Navy for a life at sea. Mark Zawisa and Stanley Benton looking at pamphlets. A volunteer doing her job. 12 Student Life

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THE YEAR OF THE GOLD FOR G-F Benita proudly shows us her gold medal. middle right — Benita tells the class of her experiences at the Olympics. One of the many filled pages of Benita’s winning records. Benita Fitzgerald graduated from Gar-Field in 1979. Benita participated in the 1984 Olympics and won a gold medal in the 100m hurdles. G-F hosted a parade to con¬ gratulate Benita on her outstanding performance in the Olympics. In the parade many of Gar-Field’s groups came out to honor Benita, such as the cheerleaders, Indianettes, and the marching band. Benita will be remembered always, and honored for her achievement. The Olympic women’s track and field records with Benita’s signature. 14 Student Life