Graham High School - Graham Yearbook (Bluefield, VA)

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Our Mock Election Is for Real: We Have the Future — a Vote! The convention was the culminating activity of three weeks preparations and study of the American election process. From party primaries to selection of del- egates to the actual campaigning and speech making at the convention, the American Government, American His- Keeping with tradition, Donna Moore opens the mock election, held during the first six weeks, by singing the ‘Star Spangled Banner.” = 3 While preparing for the mock election, Virginia’s Senator Danny Byrd speaks with members of the student body after making a speech on the many 28 Mock Election Successful Senatorial candidate Donnie Tabor and his aides, Cindy Ayscue and Susan Baker, tory and Humanities classes viewed the intricacies of the election process first hand. The parties involved in the elec- tion were Citizens for Action, the Long- riders and the Common Party. Each party was allowed to present its candi- dates and platforms. via b OS a receive congratulations from constituents. aspects of the election process. Senator Byrd gives Melanie Jones some helpful hints for her upcom- ing campaign in the election. “Won't you ride in my little red wagon,” grins Donnie Tabor, Senatorial candidate from the Citi- zens for Action Party, hoping to gain office if he is elected. Karen Williamson does her bit to insure a winning ticket as she prepares to present Donnie to the enthusiastic voters. On hand to give the opening ploy is Melanie Jones on unicycle, while Cynthia Williams does her share to assure safe passage to the auditorium, arena of the political festivities. As everyone knows political parties go to great lengths to help their candidates who are running for office. We can see that these people

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We Crama Year Into Ten Weeks School’s out! The cry ricocheted hrough the halls and split the air out- side as students poured out like ants last June. Summer vacation had begun. We had looked forward to it all during the second semester. Many of us had great plans for the summer: long, exciting vacations to amusement parks, beaches, and visiting relatives. A part-time job occupied some of our time as we spent our summer in a profitable manner, earning a little spending money. Those were the long, hot, lazy days of summer when we slept late, lounged at the pool, and just goofed off. Spending his summer in a profitable manner, David Williams earns some pocket money to fatten his piggy bank by pumping gas. fun and relaxation and gives her a chance to get away from the scorching heat to a cool, green hide- away. sits on the creekbank behind her house hoping a big catch will come her way. Fishing allows Diane om ae ll “aT” ee. we Pd ” x ee 2 poe a a ; Jag jot, 5 hte. a wr “ge fee” do SP Peat, eit id he r % a aa “ a - ae i § a t 4 rs a Cs bo, de , 0 meee , PP gti he Pg ‘Shooting the duck’ is Kim Page, displaying one of the most popular pastimes in the area since the opening of a new skating rink. Kim’s driveway provides a good place for her to practice this dev- astating stunt for the big night of skating awaiting her. Summer Days 27

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Campaign manager Mike Campbell discusses his candidate’s platform with Common People Party members William Adams and Ronnie Summers. have decided to make their entrance with a differ- ent kind of approach using a style that is all their own. The cooperation of each student and the fac- ulty serves as a valuable learning experience in the field of political activities. The different cam- -paigns and the way each student handles the dem- -onstration, adds a touch of individualism to each person. On the national level, a school poll gave Ronald Reagan a 55.4% margin over Jimmy Car- ter. The history classes conducted the latter poll. Not only did they make the mock election a learn- ing experience, but they also made it much fun. Various students enthusiastically support candi- Haun, Janine Bertel, Mary Ruth Harmon an dates of the Citizens for Action Party by displaying Sherry Bailey reflect the spirit the election has on party buttons, hats and signs. Sue Kinder, Ginger the participants. Mock Election 29