Gettys D Broome High School - Medallion Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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The Juniors attempt a pass play for a first down, while Seniors remain in hot pursuit. The Seniors raise their hands in victory as the last seconds wind down in their triumph over the underclassmen. Kerrick Mathis receives tips on hair care and cos- metics from Jane Bryant to further enhance his appearance for the Powderpuff game. Cynthia Williams. Michelle Norris, Leslie Wade, and Gloria Clemons anticipate the game, while listening to their coaches’ last minute instrue- Powderpuff 19 tions before warmups.

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The Sturdy Seniors Gladly Took The Victory. “Football Is A The anticipations of Broome’s Pow- der Puff teams was that practice makes perfect. A week of hard work went into the spirit of winning. Pull out the cheerleading uniforms and find the best man for the job. As the girls strived to win, hearing the encouragement of the lovely cheerleaders, the seniors defeat- Man’s Game?” ed the underclasswomen. As the clock slowly ran down, cheers of exultation and excitement fulfilled the air, be- cause this made the class of ’85 unde- feated for three years in a row. The ri- valry ends here, only to begin again to- morrow with the awaited Homecoming game between Clinton and Broome. Proudly showing off his Homecoming King crown, Cedrick McBeth smiles for his adoring fans. The Juniors try to stop the Seniors’ offense as they move the ball for more yardage. The Powderpuff Cheerleaders built a “Spectacu- lar” pyramid for the crowd’s entertainment. Karen Eison intently watches the action on the field as the Seniors drive for a touchdown. Franklin Smith “Boogies on Down for the crowd as'he cheers the Seniors on to Victory.

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20 State Superintendent of Education, Charles Wil- liams, gave an interesting and stimulating speech Dr. Dinkins gives Connie Key her plaque in rec on the “real world” to the Academic Banquet ognition for her academic excellence throughout Audience. the year. Deserving Recognition ITT’s Get It. During the 1983-84 school year, the administration of Broome High School developed a program to recognize the students that were gifted in academics. The top ten students in each class, along with their parents, were invited to this special event that took place in 1984. Supper was catered by Wade’s, and when everyone was finished eating, State Superintendent Charles Wil- liams, gave an excellent speech on the future. Afterwards, Dr. Dinkins pre- sented all of the scholastic students with a plaque and a bumper sticker in- dicating their outstanding rank. This event was beneficial to the students be- cause it gave them recognition for something they had really worked hard to achieve. Another event students work hard to achieve is finishing twelve years of school. One symbol that signifies this accomplishment is the class ring. The ’85 seniors were proud to receive their class ring which finally gave them the title they worked hard for. Although 12 years of school may have been aggra- vating to some people, overall it turned out to be rewarding when they finally received their long awaited diploma. The Broome Singers perform a variety of songs for entertainment before dinner was served. Scott Dinkins receives his plaque, while he and his father. Dr. Kenneth Dinkins, exchange a firm handshake. While waiting in line for the meal in honor of their outstanding achievements, ITT Students re- lax before the Banquet program begins.