Grafton High School - Re Echo Yearbook (Grafton, WV)

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September, after classes had begun, students realized there was more to going to school than just books. Now students had a chance for a shining new beginning to attend dances, concerts and sports events. They had a chance to show off their talent, and to participate in activities that made their 8:45-3:30 schedule bearable. It took a variety of different lifestyles to make the year complete, and this polished the good times and turned them into bright memories. No one will forget the antics of the characters in the class plays, or the drastic changes in the choirs. These activities brought recognition to many, and fond thoughts of the past year to others. Almost everyone looked for- ward to these activities which were highlights throughout the year. For the musically inclined, there were the overwhelming sounds of the band, the enchanting melodies of the choir and the dazzling acting in the musical. For the incurable romantics, there was the swinging rhythm of the Homecoming, Varsity Ball, and Prom. Then for the anxious seniors there was graduation. All brightened the lives of the students. After school was not the only time the students enjoyed themselves. They could be seen laughing and giggling at their lockers, or telling deep, dark secrets in the cafeteria. Just en- joying the company of their friends in classes wasn’t enough for some. “I enjoy good times with my friends in the halls, during lunch, and track practice. I also enjoy most of my classes because of the people, and some of the subjects that we study,” stated Rachel Pysell, senior. There were no chances to get bored if the student took advantage of all the opportunities to participate in class tournaments and intramurals. In June, the students looked back and realized it was an eventful year, one that had been polished to shine like pure gold. Student Life — 7

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—polishing life TREADING DOWN MAIN STREET, Tammy Rogers, senior, portrays an elf in the Christmas parade in downtown Grafton. ‘‘CLOWNING AROUND, Mr. Gregory H. Cartwright, principal, (in purple) represents the Grafton chapter of the Shriners. AWAITING THE HOUR, Trent Hostler, sophomore, prepares for the Family Living class mock wedding. 6 — Student Life

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----commgHnM=---- Downpour of pride and renewed spirit conquer an overtime and build unity The crowd roared as those crucial points were put on the scoreboard, but the game didn’t belong to the Bearcats yet. It would take an overtime and a triumphant rush to the goal line to raise the winning cheer with a victory of i 3-7 over the East Fairmont Bees. Spirits were high as the crowds, undiscouraged by the pouring rain, yelled out their cheers of support. The rain, however, let up just in time for the Homecoming coronation when Debi Shelton, senior, was crowned queen. The weather seemed dismal at the start but the night proved to be a victory we would all savor. It had been a week of rebirth. From the appearance of the school to the attitude of the students, the pride was renewed. The beginning of the week marked a transformation that gave the school a whole new look for the annual celebration. It was a look of pride; pride in ourselves, our school and in a team that we were finally ready to support. Through Clash Day, Punk-out Day and Blue and Gold Day, the cheerleaders got everyone involved. By the end of the week, enthusiasm was in the air and we were anxiously awaiting (Continued on page 11) IN THEIR PUNK DAY FASHIONS, Paula Van Buren and Lone Beclcer, freshmen, calk during lunch in the cafeteria. CAUGHT IN THE SPOTLIGHT, Jef Findley. Jeff Keys and Dulce Ware, seniors, form a train during the Homecoming Dance. RECEIVING HELP WITH HER MUM, Queen Debi Shelton, senior, prepares for halftime activities. 8 — Homecoming