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

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Bearcat band members march proudly on McKinney Field bestowing their school pride and making this THE PLACE TO BE. (Photo by E. Robinson) Taylor County Superintendent of Schools Ron Dellenger and math instructor Dave Knotts get into the “swing of things. (Photo by T. Ice) On the prowl, mascott Jada Courtney portrays the ferocious and mighty Bearcat. (Photo by J. Taylor) PLACE TO BE Lazy days of June kept the halls from being lonely with the early arrival of students for Summer School. Classes needed for graduation points had to be made up during the hot months of summer. For many, the new school year began before the old one grew old. Football practice began in August and all the long hours seemed to pay off. A lot of pain and effort took our team to new horizons. The Bearcats captured the “Big-Ten”, the first time since 1956 and became one of the Top four in the State Finals. The Golf team made our spirits soar, when they placed 10th in the State Finals. Theme-3

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 PLACE TO BE Many long hours of practice lead our teams to victory and acheived an all-around sense of pride. Mr. Greg Cartwright made a big impression on everyone. He was the first principal from West Virginia invited to attend the Harvard Principal Academy. Preparations were always going on for some special event. Everyone was in a frenzy it seemed, getting lost in the hustle and bustle of togetherness. It was a year filled with the realization of a spirit that had long been ignored. School spirit and the easy flow of friendships made our school a better place and - THE PLACE TO BE ... — By Veronica Tucker. Senior Homecoming princess Kara Hammons wears a pretty smile as she participates in the Homecoming Parade. (Photo by B. Burns) Creating 7-colummn paste-ups are Re-Echo members during eighth period. (Photo by L. Hays)