Jackson Preparatory School - Precis Yearbook (Jackson, MS)

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Caps And Gowns And-Diplomas! The excitement was intense and widespread. Exams had been taken, and on Thursday night, May 28, 1977, the graduating class received their diplomas with mixed feelings of anxiety and happi- ness. Linda Smith and Pam Huff expressed such emotions in their valedictory and salutatory ad- dresses. After the conclusion of the ceremony in the City Auditorium, family and friends gathered for a reception honoring the graduates, who were also honored with a dance and breakfast at the Holiday Inn later in the evening. Cladly accepting her diploma was Neely Holland. 38 Board member, Mr. Barney jacks, addressed the graduation audience and then handed out the diplomas. Cupper rightj Michelle Bryant posed for photographer Stan Etheridge who took personal graduation shots. flower rightj

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Prom After weeks of anticipation and shopping for the perfect dress and the right tux, May 7, Prom Night, finally arrived. As dusk enveloped jackson, couples dined at Lefleuris, Oli- ver's, and Steak 81 Ale before heading for the dance, A Moonage Daydream, at the Hilton Inn where Sweet- heart provided the entertain- ment. The music ended all too soon, but instead of going di- rectly home, many juniors and seniors breakfasted with their friends. The band created the atmosphere for A Moonage Daydreamn. fupper leftj Two of a kind, Alison Nichols and ja- son Shepherd displayed their matching outlits. fbelowj 37

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if 3 award. fbelowj ,S 5 Anxious to receive his diploma, Greg Ball gripped Mr. lacks' hand in a firm handshake. Qupper left? Mr. Howell congratulated Laurie Cribas for a special honorary Before the ceremonies, Mike Biggs demonstrated to Gwyn Ruwe the right way to put on a cap. fleftj 1 39