James Monroe High School - Echo Yearbook (Fredericksburg, VA)

Page 28 text:

Washington Avenue residents witnessed the passing of royalty. Homecoming queen possibilities Susan Sotzing and Sharon Grenn are chauffeured to Maury by Jeff Haney. Leader of the pack. Junior drum major Morris Watts precedes the band with his high stepping pace. Morris performed with the band at shows and parades. Toga Power! Senior Steve Jones represents the Latin Club in the parade. There were no Latin | classes so freshmen members took Latin at the middle school. Raising the main sail sophomores Levie Smith and Colleen McBane use hammer and nails instead of rope. The GAA float was disqualified due to a Key Club rivalry. 24 Student Life

Page 27 text:

Alone, Erin Baker wheels the guidance files down the hall. Erin works for the Guidance Office during her study hall. Iai NF i A tedious process — the FCPS maintenance crew Between classes seniors Myrna Robinson and Meme spent two days in the new wing fixing freshme Thompson open their dull grey lockers to get books lockers so they would lock properly. for their next class.

Page 29 text:

Chivalry and elegance is brought back by Ben Campbell on the French Club float. Ben wore his costume throughout the day promoting spirit and a few words from Mr. Bob Burch. a aha — Wearing the jerseys of their favorite football players, the pom pon girls march with the band. The girls per- form during halftime for home games. GAA float in the making — seniors Mark Green and Richard Watts put on final touches before the parade begins. Poke ee =e CZ Right at home, George Snead performs a familiar duty but not on the Snead Farm. George hauled the French Club float to Maury for the pep rally. Pre-game excitement It all began with the hustle and bustle of finding a date and then just the right dress or suit. On Friday afternoon the pre-game excitement rose with the sound of the band marching up Washington Avenue. Along with the rising of spirits, the Silver Strings car was awarded top prize. The best float went to the Monroe Singers. Screaming, shouting, and tooting of horns provided an appropriate beginning for the The floats and cars full of cheering football players, cheerleaders, and assorted club members followed to Maury Stadium. weekend which would include the evening's victorious game and the dance on Saturday. Homecoming Parade 25