Haltom High School - Buffalo Yearbook (Haltom City, TX)

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As the graduates march to the recesslonal, some portray looks of sadness and others are happy about graduating. hp.. .Egfr Shelley Johnson smlles as she is handed her dlploma by Mr. Tommy Hays. James Mlller gives the Benedlction for Bac- calaureate. Rev. Jack Orbison gave the address. S me n.. W.. . v M it 11 'I . V 'Q' 5 ' up - ... n .,, ff 'L u d ,.,. 3 MQ l v .'ff W W e if up W f '..... q e wu. uuee + 11 W ,uf . av, Baccalaureate f Graduation 47

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The block gown and orange tassel is a part of the honor of being o graduate and it adds to The Pomp and Ceremon Graduation is something that just doesn't come and go. The big night will be remembered, Seniors spend a lot of time getting prepared. First their invitations are sent out, and then they get their caps and gowns. They attended Baccalaureate the afternoon following the prom. The Bac- calaureate address was given by Rev. Jack Orbison of the Birdville Church of Christ. All seniors and their family members were in- vited to attend. The graduation comes after a whole week of preparation. Everything possible has been done. There's no more homework or tests to be taken. High school is a thing of the past and seniors give up their title. 'Tm going to lay out during all my free time before graduation, Ronda Smith said. The ceremony was held at W.G. Thomas Coliseum. Joe Bill Fox, Deputy Super- Homebound student Mike Stuart is escorted by fellow graduates to receive his diploma. Mike has been a homebound student of Mrs. Lynda Shraub for most of his school career. 46 BaccalaureatefGraduation Superintendent, was the guest speaker. The Coliseum was filled with proud parents, friends, and relatives. Valedictorian Andrea Renfro and Salutatorian Sharon Pelzel gave the traditional speeches. I was real nervous about speaking, An- drea Renfro commented. I wasn't quite sure about what to say, Sharon Pelzel said. Andrea and Sharon at- tributed their good grades to studying and working hard. The l-laltom choirs sang several numbers and the stage band per formed. Members of the JROTC presented the colors. As always, Pomp and Cir- cumstancen was played during the proces- sional and recessional. Sharon Pelzel, the class salutatorian, bows in prayer during the invocation at Baccalaureate. - K ' - Y ' Sz Mr f 2, , yi i--- ' . J. ri, , ...nf .... , '-

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Clubs The clubs and organizations have always been a source of fun and accomplishment. This year was to be no exception. Many community services and activities were performed by the hard working members of these clubs. Future Business Leaders of America and the band gave us great pride throughout the year. F.B.L.A. did it by winning the title of outstanding chapter and placing many of its members in the district competition. Gary Thomas also was elected district treasurer for the up- coming year. The band won the Sweepstakes Award at U.l.L. competition and had many members get a one on their solos and ensembles. The Future Teachers of America had their annual Halloween Carnival to both raise funds and offer a safe alternative to trick-or- treating. The Senior Executive Committee sponsored a concert by the popular group O'Siris. This was welcomed by multitudes of enthusiastic fans. This helped reduce the priceof prom tickets. Many field trips were planned and sponsored by clubs. The German Club traveled to San Marcos to visit New Braunfels, a German settlement. These clubs gave students the chance to be involved in many extracurricular activities. The Buffalo Marching Band was a loyal performer at all football games. Not only did they do their own shows but they also accompanied the Highsteppers during their routines. Finishing their performance, the award winning band exits the field. 48 Clubs