Homer L Ferguson High School - Mariner Yearbook (Newport News, VA)

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Good “ imes “fogether Every year seniors are busy with spring activities, one of which is the Senior Banquet. On May 7, the class of ’87 held its senior banquet at the Fort Monroe Officers’ Club. It began at 7:00 p.m. and ended at 9:30 p.m. A warm welcome was given by Mark Morewitz, the senior class president. A dinner buffet was served followed by student entertainment. Shannon Moore and Bev McCargo sang “Always,” touching many as all began to re- alize that high school was finally ending. After the meal was over, the guests were introduced by Karren Langen, the senior class vice- president. Photo by Staff Tommy Yip anxiously receives his award for “Most Likely to Succeed.” Felicia Royal shows that she always stands out in a crowd. Photo by Staff SENIOR BANQUET The most exciting presentation of the ban- quet was the Senior Superlatives. Everyone clapped and cheered with great enthusiasm as Dr. Kilpatrick announced the seniors who were chosen by their classmates ag outstanding in- dividuals. The banquet ended with a film which showed seniors across America graduating, filled with both joy and sorrow at this special time of the year. The Senior Banquet, with the presentations and the recalling of many pre- vious events, really commemorated the many memories shared by members of the senior class along the 4 year road to graduation. By Christy Copeland Photo by Staff Mark Morewitz, Laura Beach, and Mr. Farmer address the Senior Class. Mr. Farmer and Mrs. Lamberton help clean up after the senior banquet. Kelly Smith and Dawn Mullen take time out fora quick pose. Photo by Staff Photo by Staff

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wee Photo by Tom Knox Photo by Tom Knox Annually, the Senior Class, with the help of Mr. Pete Farmer and Miss Ethel Lewis, host the Miss Mariner Pageant. The chairman for 1987 was Laura Beach and her junior ap- prentice was Angela Saunders. Many long hours were put into the pageant to make it a special night for both the contestants and the spectators. The year’s theme was ‘‘New York, New York,” which gave the event a definite “Broadway’’ feeling. Each contestant was required to dress fash- ionably, both in casual wear and in formal wear. The five judges, who were chosen care- fully, critiqued the girls in the categories of Photo by Tom Knox Mark Morewitz entertains the audience while the con- testants change for their next number. Miss Mariner 1986, Beth Weaver, returns to perform one last time and crown Miss Mariner 1987. Nora Murray, representing the Art Club, models her formal wear. ere 5ne CoOm€S ee e@ casual wear, evening wear, personality, and expression, and also by a personal interview. The pageant was also judged by the girls. Each girl voted for one of her fellow con- testants who she felt was the easiest to get along with. The year’s “‘Miss Congeniality”’ winners were Felicia Royal and Shannon Moore. The five finalists were 4th runner-up, Sherry Mings; 3rd runner-up, Jodi Ivy; 2nd runner-up, Tammy Clemmons; and lst runner-up, Amy Weaver. The 1986-1987 ‘“‘Miss Mariner’’ was Leora Brinkley. By Angela Saunders See Photo by Tom Knox Simone Moses shows her individuality by sporting bal- loons with her casual wear. The contestants wait eagerly to introduce themselves and walk around the walkway. Photo by Tom Knox STUDENT LIFE

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Dr. K. congratulates Whitney Espich on receiving one of the many coveted Senior Superlatives Mark Morewitz, Sherry Mings, Karren Langen, Tracy Peeples, and Laura Beach are introduced as the class officers. Photo by Staff Photo by Staff Photo by Staff Class Colors Royal Blue and White Class Flower Red Rose Class Song “Lean On Me” Class Motto “The Best of Times’’ Photo by Staff Dr. Kilpatrick awards Dreux Coogan as “‘Best Look- ing.” Jay Krisik, Tammy Clemmons, Mark Henley, Tina Smith, Tracy Peeples, Doug Smith, Mark Rutter, and Juan Argenzio show their enthusiasm as they watch their classmates receive awards. Obviously this night is exciting for seniors! STUDENT LIFE