Graham High School - Graham Yearbook (Bluefield, VA)

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24 As Melanie Jones plays “Pomp and Circum- stance,” the onlookers arise and watch the class of 1980, led by the SCA president Donnie Tabor and Terri Nash, the Class of 1981 president. Donnie and Terri are followed by Valedictorian Mary Beth Rusyniak, Salutatorian Danny White, and Honor Student Sally Saunders. Proud relatives and friends watch as the soon to be graduates file into the gym. The Diploma: a Passport to the Real World Smiles galore preceeded the tears of graduation as 138 seniors marched sol- emnly and triumphantly into the gym for the last meeting of the “Class of ’80.” The theme for last year’s commence- ment exercise was “We Shall Never Pass This Way Again.” Seniors entered to Melanie Jones’ piano rendition of “Pomp and Circumstance.” The invoca- tion was delivered by honor student Kathy Reed, while the honor address, “Sailing on the Open Sea,” was given by Graduation Sally Saunders. The activities were highlighted as Danny White discussed “Secrets of the Universe” in his saluta- tory address. Cleo Lawson Mitchell scholar, Mary Beth Rusyniak, centered her valedictory remarks on the topic, “Gather All Our Courage.” After all of the speeches were given, the awards were presented by representatives of local civic organizations. The Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, Civitans, and Blue- field College gave generous scholarships to our graduates. Recipients of scholar- ships were Mary Beth Rusyniak, Beth Neal, Maria Lisa Scott, Danny White, Kathy Baker, Steve Lindsey, and Virgina McClanahan. Following the presenta- tion of awards, the “magic moment” arrived as Mr. Brewster presented the eagerly awaiting seniors with their dip- lomas; tassels were moved and twelve years of study were over.

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While others strung streamers and lights, who but cially with foil and paint and sheer determination? Donna Moore, Julie Jones, and Rhonda Heldreth They succeeded with what became the focal point would plan and build a stairway to heaven, espe- of the decorations. BA Working to make the gym beautiful for the prom ire Susan Kessler, Deana McClanahan, Bryon 30one, and Karen Williamson. ) Sitting down to share some laughs and enjoy the During the dance, and especially at intermission, music are William Adams, Karen Williamson, the dancers went to the cafeteria where Juniors Vance Barskile, and Stephanie Moore. had prepared refreshments. Z ae . Besides those who decorated the gym, other Jun- While the band takes a break, Leslie Addington The prom is a traditional “dress-up” affair as is iors provided delicious refreshments of cookies, and Bill Summers sit down to rest their feet and plainly evident by Leslie’s formal and Bill's tux- nuts, and punch. listen to the records being played. edo. Junior-Senior Prom 2

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: { Mrs. Bea Leist plays a piano and watches the choir and “Candle on the Water.” The majority of the sing one of its many selections at graduation. Their choir is the graduating seniors. program includes the selections “Dream a Dream” A scholarship recipient from Reliance Electric, Cleo Lawson Mitchell Scholar Mary Beth Rusyn- iak, receives a medal from Mr. Brewster. seats followed by Bobby Brooks, Tammy Faw, Cathy Burnopp, Larry Bane, and Charles Adding- college and others to jobs. Graduation 25