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

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% wiNTER STudENTS TOll ThROUGh A burst of excitement spread through the halls quickly. Shortsleeved students were running around outside the school jacketless. Even a pair of flip-flops was reported seen flapping around school in the middle of February. The annual epidemic had arrived — spring had sprung! Sunny skies enticed people in different ways. Everyone started looking forward to weekend beach trips and picnicking at Great Falls. Skateboarding became the new fad, and occasionally the thundering noise of a skater wheeling down the halls was heard. Just getting out of the house was a major concern for many students. Those who became worried over the winter by-product of added inches and pounds were attracted to soccer, track, and many other outdoor activities. Over-all student involvement seemed to rise with the temperature. The parking lot resumed its ususal Speared through the head with a pencil, Senior Mike McLeod shows the symptoms of springtime looniness. The divine art of frisbee throwing became popular in the warm weather. roar and the familiar smell of burning rubber once again scented the air. Newly licensed drivers filled the populated area to a maximum. A number of students started washing their cars, and the sun shone brightly on the waxed, shiny surfaces. Blaring radios, dimmed by the sound of screeching tires and blended voices, produced the ultimate entertainment. Roadstering screeched to a sudden, well, almost sudden, halt as the school administrators laid down restrictions. Symptons of spring fever ranged from daydreaming in class to not even showing up. It was harder than ever for teachers to obtain homework assignments from students who stayed out later on school nights. Romances seemed to pop up in the halls. The warm weathered nights didn't help third quarter slumps or report cards. Eventually, the fever wore off as students became aware that spring was, unbelievably, here to stay. With his eyes glued to the seams of the baseball, Mike Conlon swings into action during practice after school. The balmy, blue-skied weather enticed many people to come out for sports.

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— ■ MarsIiaII RfcdsROMp ANd Rock Saddle shoes and penny loafers strolled back into style for a quick visit as once again Marshall celebrated its 'nifty-fifty' week — Morp. Started in 1972 by a sociology class, Morp (prom spelled backwards) has become a major annual event where students and faculty alike enjoy reminiscing down memory lane. Decked out in poodle skirts, peter pan collars, rolled up jeans, and white T-shirts, students mingled in the halls on Friday, Morp dress-up day. Even members of the faculty joined in and wore ponytails or slicked back their hair. Who said the wet head was dead? Red-skirted waitresses rollerskated around the cafeteria at lunches, taking side orders and returning unwanted trays. Workshops were held all week after school for those students interested in learning old dances. Some teachers helped get students in the mood by playing fifties music in class on Friday. The main event of the week was the well-attended Saturday night Morp dance. A packed crowd jitter-bugged, strolled, and boogied to Soundtech, an electric sound system run by a disc jockey. Soundtech also included a light show. Everything from banana splits to rootbeer sodas was on hand at a snack bar located in a comer of the auxilary gym, where tired, hungry, and thirsty dancers could obtain good, cheap refreshments. One of the highlights of the dance was the dance contest. Couples were picked at random from the dance floor to compete in the finals. The crowd's applause determined the winners of the contest. The Junior class raffle ticket drawing for Eagles concert tickets was also held. Brother ami sister dance team Karen and Keilh Dawn boogie across the floor. Lights flickered to the beat of the music, as Michele McGraw found fun dancing with Ray Strutton. SC t member Caro! Matthews waits on greaser Mike McLeod and Cindy Seclig at the snackbar. Morp

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As sunshine hits the scene, students carry their jackets home with them. With the early arrival of spring, summer attire is seen all over. Warm weather is ideal for outdoor field trips. Doug Heath repels off a cliff at Great Falls while participating in a discovery project. The temperature of the school is often affected by spring weather. Scott Robinson and Gordon Irish work on their project with rolled up sleeves. With spring in the air, students have the urge to get away at lunchtime. These students return after an enjoyable lunch off school grounds. While the school day has ended, students, glad that they can finally enjoy the lovely weather, hang out in the back parking lot. Springtime 47