George C Marshall High School - Columbian Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Going out with a certain guy or girl, making all A's on a report card, excelling in a varsity sport, being accepted to an honor society, or just becoming one of the gang can be the important part of any year in high school. We learned to overcome the setbacks that occurred as we strove to reach personal goals. When an unwelcome influence, such as the budget cutbacks in the school system, disrupted our pattern of living, we adapted to the new situation, but basically we continued as before. Students did whatever they felt like doing: campaigning in the Presidential election, getting a job, participating in school activities, or just amusing ourselves. A little less money in our school didn't stop us from being ourselves. By accepting the challenges posed by the financial cutbacks, we gained strength not only as individuals but also as members of the student body, each of us an integral part of the whole. Defensive strategy against Yorktown is made clear and precise by head basketball coach Bobby Jo Smith. Strict attention is paid not only by team members but also by coaching assistants Mr. Dinky Jones and Mr. Pat Dolan. 272 Closing

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obstacles destroyed Due lo the cold weather, public schools as well as private homes were forced to turn thermostats down to 65 degrees. Many students found it necessary to wear warmer clothing during school as a result as demonstrated by Chuck Morris. Late openings and early closings were plentiful throughout the unusually cold winter. With the parking lot sparsely populated by cars, three students eagerly await escape from the cold. In the halls between classes, during classes, after school, in the community . . . student life existed in all its forms and phases. It was fun, sad, serious, funny, enjoyable, depressing, and just there. We were ourselves. Nobody could change that. Not even the school board, budget cuts included. Face it, world, the cutbacks couldn't hold us back! Girls' Basketball has progressed drastically during the past few years. The Main gym, once used only for boys basketball, is now under equal use by both the male and female teams. Girls' Basketball manager Anne Langalis tallies Marshall's score against Fairfax during the twelve minute halftime. Closing 271

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Versatility plays lead role Patience, skill, and a steady hand all factor in the final outcome of a sculpture portraying art student Joel Smith's grandfather. Part of the fifth period library study hall brood, commonly referred to as the Hole in the Wall Gang , Brad Howard, Steve Kor-fonta, Chris Winters, Scan O'Toole, and John Chclena prove that the ability to kick up your feet and sit back can overcome any cutbacks. It's too late to turn back. One member of a double-ring, shotgun wedding. Chip Welsh, decides to grin and bear it as David Tomko, Sharon Childers, and Cheryl Decker pay close attention to Marryin' Sam’s instructions. Closing 273