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

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1989 volume:

Se rey ert ea ee nes nS ALG SS Bike Set x Sy on S FE ahah oy 2 Sate oe rh Gide Pete a 2 e4 4 mn a ; Stake 2 The ae Academy Sports, Jackets, 702 Out on the Sown 7184 OTirete toe een Fre ace eee he pee oe oe ate RHEE Zink ei : oy icici ‘ PE aoe | SO Wer a re i Ee Fa Ee ae Ce What Class few changes oc- curred over the summer. One new addition to the school was six minutes between CLASSES, which gave students a chance to catch up with each other. A second change was the eighth grade moved. Each school day started a little later, which meant everyone got a few extra minutes of sleep. The grading scale was lowered, and 2 pe OPENING 2 ramen sneneynam ye attention that made it easier for people to excel in CLASS. When asked their opinion, the ninth and tenth graders gave theirs. Some students commented on the fact that there was no competition between CLASSES. Others spoke on the size of the class- rooms and the grading scale. They also commented on the fact that some people were not very outgoing. Overall, the ninth and tenth graders were really opti- mistic. WHAT CLASS! Senior Lara Battista and sophomore Alex Smith think about what the year is going to be like and - wish it was still summer. Sophomore Diana Blair and senior Betsy Atkin- : son show their true quality of friendship, in true James Monroe spirit. Freshman Brian Thomas and sophomores Wayne Bussy and Randy Strunk mark time while waiting for the bell to ring. Senior Martin Thorsted makes an important phone call to see how a friend is doing who was feeling ill. ids ssseanct ee ee | ee tidal KAN RM PRER ERA ne | 4 poser a a wet an alia si etl =i ae al — Senior Jason Gallant looks surprised when told he passed a chemistry test. Coach Green licks his lips looking at the de- licious lunch that’s in store for that day. O | peg OPENING MX Touch ef tyle There was an abundance of style shown throughout the school year. There were stylish teachers, stylish events, and, of course, stylish students. As the year progressed, this “‘style”’ seemed to build upon itself. It was seen during big events such as the “Talent Show,” “Sights and Sounds,’ Homecoming, the Russian visit, football, hockey, and all during the school year, both in and out of school. These events proved that the students at James Monroe did, indeed, have — “A Touch of Style.” 6 Stylish dancing is demonstrated by King Queen Darrell Durante and Tammie Coghill. For serious Jayem seniors a break from school was trea- sured. It was time for everyone to get away and enjoy their sur- roundings. Common places to visit were the river, the mall, McDonalds, sporting events, or downtown. The downtown area has become especially popular recently with the opening of many popular stores, including a bookstore and various eat- eries. The atmosphere was both attractive and relaxing for students. Seniors Mary Sledd Shelhorse and Liz Lucey make the most of the local bookstore. Main Street Books is also co-owned by each of their mothers. 6 pel OPENING Members of the class of ’89, Jill Miller, Donna Krauss, Liz Lucey, Mary Sledd Shelhorse, Kevin O’Toole, Jennifer Mann, Betsy Atkin- son, J.J. Vogltanz, Courtney Murphy, Tara May, Libbie Farmer, Ellen Sease, Molly Tully, and Laura Mathews enjoy asunny day | downtown. Lara Battista, senior, tolerates being nagged by her Aunt Rosemarie about the hole in her pants. i Seniors Chris Carter, Mart VanLear, Kevin O’Toole, Chad Randall, Adam Cling- enpeel, Carter Hansen, Ronnie Rackey, John Nelson, and John Beck all enjoy a home hockey game. The boys were avid fans of the girls team this season. Sporting their class after school, senior Tiffany Jones and junior Robbie Coleman enjoy the early fall weather. OPENING Spo 7 The 1988 Spring Talent Show was quite an evening of enter- tainment. Ms. White and her students worked hard to pre- pare for this big event and there was much talent to be seen. Acts included a concert pianist per- formance, a lip sync, and two dance routines. In the end, a small group stood out above the rest. R.J. Luna, who played a piece by Chopin, and Erica Pratt, Brenda Webster, Yvonne Lucas, and Lashonda Lucas, who danced to ‘‘Overweight Lovers,” tied for first place. Tied for second place were Keller Williams and Susan Curry. Frances Buck won third place with her lip syne to Michael Mrs. Hamway’s drama class performs during “Sights and Sounds.” Those on stage were: Victoria Fink, junior, Amy Bowie, graduate, Tara May, senior, April Sessions, senior, Stephanie Lewis, junior, Sophie Whiteside, grad- uate, Molly Tully, senior, Patricia Lainez, grad- uate, Chip Tydings, graduate, Tiffany Gov- enides, graduate, and Lara Battista, senior. 8 peg OPENING Jackson’s “The Way U Make Me Feel.” “Sights and Sounds” was an- other big success. Under the di- rection of Ms. Carr and Mr. Johnson, the students combined their talents to create a spectac- ular show. Drama performed a skit, the band played four songs including: ‘How Will I Know” and “The Greatest Love of All,” and Ms. Carr’s choruses sang throughout the night. Men’s Chorus sang “Johnny B. Goode”’ and Mixed Chorus sang “Charlie Brown.” The Monroe Singers performed “Get A Job,” “Surfin’ USA,” and “Barbara Ann.” Mr. Johnson’s art classes dis- played their work in the cafe- teria. This gave other students and their parents achance to see their finest creations. Adreka Pierce and Eureka Jackson, freshmen, perform “The Greatest Love of All.” Their song was a hit with the audience. Singing during the Talent Show is senior, Andy Withers. His performance was a big success with the crowd. i b| = Imagine October 3-8, IMAGINE a night that was filled with enthusiasm. That was homecoming night. The week before the dance was the most active. First there were hall decorations and spirited people. The football game was a success, 21-0. The dance was absolutely a fantasy. The court was a dignified one. Freshmen representatives were Derick Byrd and Jessica Hallberg. Sophomore representatives were Joby Coakley, Eric Trout, Paige Perkins, and Tanglea 10 pel OPENING 1988 Wallace. Juniors were Kimber Richardson, Princess, Tyler Scott, Laura Reeder, Shawn Williams, Prince, Mark Thor- sted, and Stephen Mann. The mighty seniors were proud to present Andy Withers, Mary Sledd Shelhorse, Eric Armstead, Molly Tully, Glen Lanford, Tonya Bundy, Larry Trout, Libbie Farmer, King Darrell Durante, and Queen Tammie Coghill. The evening was what many imagined. The varsity cheerleaders entertained the crowds by dancing with the “football players.” Attempt- ing to keep their outfits on was more entertain- ing than the dancing. Coach Rich Serbay and Coach Mike Roadcap are sure of victory against the Knights. The winning spirit was seen on the faces of teammates and coaches alike. Cheerleader Vicky Fink, junior, drops the candy for the football player. This was one of our many pep rallies. Junior Warren Lewis and Senior Marcus Beale listen intently to the referee’s explanation of the call. Despite all calls against the Jackets, they defeated Spotsylvania 21-0. Not only students show their spirit for homecom- ing. Decked in black and orange are Mrs. Wood- ward, Mrs. Ripley, Mrs. Robinson, Mrs. Chand- ler, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Embrey, and Mrs. Las- kowski. Pleasing the crowd, senior Brendan Mahoney plays a solo during the homecoming game. OPENING Re@@{ 11 chool was not the only thing on people’s minds. Students could be found everywhere: downtown, at the mall, and just all around. Dances, football games, and other school activities were more places that people could go with their Freshmen Robbie Gibson and Andrea Stahler have an interesting chat while walking to the student parking lot. The topic of conversation per have been homework or plans for the week- end. Senior Kim Faulconer looks astonished when told she must play. Amy Mitchell, junior, and Ellen Franken, senior, keep a close eye on the opposing team. 12 eg OPENING friends. The students at James Monroe took great pride in keeping up with grades and having their social lives, too. When they were not in school the Jackets could be found doing some- thing constructive and fun. ‘During study hall, sophomores Leslie Muir and ‘companion Neil Day debate over the significance of the literature, A Separate Piece. Ded ile Playing his trumpet solo at the half-time pre- sentation, senior Theodore King pleases the crowd. Seniors Rappahannock-side are Molly Tully, Jennifer Mann, Liz Lucey, Betsy Atkinson, Laura Mathews, Donna Krauss, Ellen Sease, Jill Miller, Courtney Murphy, and Libbie Farmer. Senior Richard Christopher and freshman Re- becca Haddick dress with class at the homecom- ing dance. OPENING Reg 13 Enthusiastic Enthusiastic faces were not only found in the classroom, they were found everywhere. The best times students had were outside the classroom with their friends. Nothing could pos- sibly beat having a few laughs with a friend between classes or after school. The smiling faces could be found everywhere from the school to downtown Freder- icksburg. There were the smil- ing, excitement-filled faces of the spectators, and then there was the excitement found in the athlete’s themselves. From stu- dent, to spectator, to athlete, to just another face in the crowd of smiles, unhappiness was a word not in their vocabulary. 14 peg§ OPENING Before he has to go down and act as manager, Calvin Ware, senior, catches a good look at foot- K' c — ( e S ball practice. He has been manager throughout his high school career. Tony Randin, Stephanie Mann, Janet Skinner, and Kim Faulconer are posing in front of the Two foreign exchange students, Anna Sward camera before football and hockey practice. and Ellen Franken, both seniors, are enjoying pizza before the hockey game. Courtland did not show so the lady jackets had their easiest win. Liz. Lucey, Courtney Murphy, Molly Tully, and - Kevin O’Toole may not all be Irish but have the ole Irish spirit. Downtown Fredericksburg was a hang-out spot for students, spring and fall. ‘hree freshmen, John Conway, James Shel horse, and Todd Clare, enjoy an after school snack in front of the school. co OPENING }REed@@ 15 Students Reach Out In Peace A special event happened to prove that peace can survive be- tween the United States and the Soviet Union. Students from the U.S. visited the Soviet Union to meet General Secretary Gorba- chev and to tour the country. In turn, the U.S. and Soviet students came to the United States. Their first visit was Washington D.C. to see the country’s capital. Then the =| can pee One of the Russian students listens to Mrs. Sokol, of the Social Studies Department, to learn about our government. The students were very interested in the current affairs. While showing the Russian students around the school, Former Assistant Principal Mrs. Blackmon answers the many questions that were asked. She felt the exchange program wasa success. 16 peg OPENING students came to James Monroe, a real “American” high school. The reaction of the students was one of reaching out in friendship. Addresses and small cultural gifts were exchanged along with smiles and long- living memories. If the visit was any indication, Peace and Coop- eration can exist between the two countries. In the French class, a Russian student explains the differences she found between the United States and the Soviet Union. After the students toured the school, one student was quoted say- ing, “Everyone smiles a lot and is very friendly.” | i Two Welsh visitors see their first glimpse of James Monroe. The students enjoyed coming to school with their hosts and one student commented that the Welsh teachers seem to be more strict. Katie Williams and Katie Davies, two Welsh guests, await their visit of Fredericksburg. When asked how she liked America, Katie Davies said, “It is brilliant; really sound.” After getting off the bus, two Welsh students anticipate meeting their new friends. That night, the students en- tertained their newly-found friends by singing songs ranging from old Beatle favorites to the Welsh National Anthem. Cherishing Memories Visitors were welcomed into the school and sang their way into the hearts of the students and faculty. The Abergele Welsh Choir from Wales came to Fredericksburg to share their music. The students toured Freder- icksburg, went shopping, and had the seare of their lives at the Jaycee’s Haunted House between their singing performances. One Welsh student, Katie Williams, was quoted as saying, “The United States was as brilliant as we expected, a bit better.’”’ The week ended in tearful good-byes with mem- ories of a lifetime. Senior Lara Battista shows a little affection for her boyfriend, Jason Peterson. Seniors Susan Ebert and Jon Harris take in the new prom arrivals out on the balcony. Senior Tiffany Bryant anxiously awaits her date, senior Eric Noakes to return with her glass of punch. Classic Occasion The students were very busy the week of prom. All the girls had dis- cussed what dress they were going to wear. The boys scurried about making dinner reservations and tuxedo rent- als. When that night arrived the city seemed to light up with a spectacular variety of lovely young ladies and handsome gentlemen. The prom was held in the ballroom at Mary Wash- ington College. It was an enchanted evening after all preparations were finished. There were a few problems before the prom. One problem experienced was that the theme and theme-song did not match. The theme was “Two Occa- sions,” but the song was “Stairway to Heaven.” After a re-vote the theme and theme song matched to “Two Occa- sions.” The court was just dazzling in- cluding the king, Eric Bates, and queen, Jennifer Edge. Seniors Jim Fenwick, Bryan Kearney, and junior Kathy Harris discuss the band. Seniors Mare Johnson and Sharon Wright look intrigued for the camera. Bi Senior Jennifer Mann and her date waitforsome Senior Tiffany Jones and junior Robbie Coleman friends they were meeting. sit down after dancing. pray 19 Creative Talents Displayed and Tested The science fair and lip sync contest were huge spring successes. Many students showed their creative talents. The grand prize winner of the science fair was John Blackmon. Physi- cal science winners were first to third Becky Barnett, Tammy Brooks, John Zaloudek, and Alexander Sheffield. The winners in the earth science de- partment were Mark Miller, Lewis Fickett, and Christie Harold. The winners in the biology department were Jamie Griles, Matt Hooper, and Tyler Scott. The lip syne contest was also a suc- cess for the second year in a row. The teachers made a guest appearance with their leader of the pack, Mr. Jim Bailey, assistant principal. | PENCE IL senieaiernit é = Junior Jennifer Ashley makes a splendid pre- sentation of her science fair project. . Gf 4 Senior Richard Christopher shows his music} talent at the lip sync contest. dy Freshmen John Blosser and Todd Clare work Freshman Taylor Greenup looks satisfied with quickly setting up their project before the sci- her project. ence fair. Senior Lamonte Keys struts across the stage Senior Alfonso Brooks works hard at planning during his performance. his science fair project. Before and After School any of the students have more than school on their minds. Most of the time J.M. students were found everywhere, from the mall to down- town. When school was not in session, students did many of the typical “high school” student activities, like shop- ping, eating together, and just hang- ing out. Some students liked school so much that they stayed in the lobby or on the grounds hours past 3:05 P.M. ee © ' bs : ey Se Freshman Becky Barnett rests for a minute be- Senior Jim Fenwick and junior Jamie Wallace fore going home. prepare to work out in their spare time after school. Senior Susan Curry waits for a friend before leaving school. Senior Lara Battista pulls a few weeds before going to the mall. Freshman John Blosser walks to the door before school starts that autumn day. Lod “Re gQeveRiCk sg CITY Admin strative Off wes Seniors Laura Mathews, Jennifer Mann, and Tara May take a walk downtown after a day in school. A touch Of os Club Jayem School just wasn’t school without a few extra curricular activities to top an afternoon off. Organizations were a way of breaking a daily schedule. The regular day was over when the afternoon bell rang, but for some the day didn’t end there. For some it was languages, Honor Society, SADD, or the Key Club. Things could not always be put in matter of priority, espe- cially when one was enrolled in two or three different clubs. De- spite the hassles and shuffling of schedules it was always profit- able in the end. The individual organizations throughout the year held var- ious fund raisers. Each club chose an activity that sported some class and raised some money at the same time. This money could be put towards field trips that had educational value. The combined efforts of the or- ganizations have contributed to the success of making James Monroe one of the most socially alive and spirited schools in the area. Organizations played an important role in many of the students’ lives, from breaking a regular routine to playing an im- portant role in education. Russel Koch, freshman, and Tonya Morton, sophomore, put on a small skit during drama class. The rest of the class watched intensely. £9 representatives with, of, for class EN OPPS Senior Libbie Farmer shows her taste for the camera. SCA Representative: First Row: Sherry Meyer, Libbie Farmer, Grace Anne Braxton. Second Row: Stacie Files, Ashley Rosebrook, Marcus Pomeroy, Kelly Green, Danielle Czahor. Third Row: Ryan Kelsey, Mark Thorsted, Andre Mohead, Adreka Pierce. Senior Class Officers and Repre- sentatives: First Row: Liz Lucey, Julie Amadori, Casey Green, Molly Tully, Larry Trout. Second Row: Eric Armstead, Carter Hansen, Jim Fenwick, Mary Sladd Shelhorse. Freshman Class Officers: Sarah Scott, Craig Zaidman, Geoff Mann. Junior Class Planning Council: First Row: Jennifer Freeman, Kate Burke, Tyler Harding. Second Row: Claiborne Ashby, Denise Davis, Dian Witter, Paula Young, Teresa Bolick. Third Row: Stephanie Lewis, Lisa Smith, Tina Slaughter, Holly Gabbert. Sophomore Class Officers and Representatives: First Row: Christie Harold, Eric Trout, Tangie Wallace. Second Row: Bayyinah Mitchell, Ashley Rosebrook, Kelly Green, Mark Reynolds. Third Row: Paige Per- kins, Tee Hicks, Lewis Fickett. Sophomore Tangie Wallace waits for senior Kiesha Carter to return. tudents erving The National Honor Society sponsored many big events. For instance, the blood mo- bile was sponsored by them. The faculty members who were kept busy sponsoring the N.H.S. were Mrs. Mere- dith Cuddy and Mrs. Lou Cralle. Another of their out- standing accomplishments was sending a child to the National Easter Seal Camp. In the spring, members at- Senior April Sessions takes her Honor society status seriously, as she lights her candle. tended a dinner theater. They also sold carnations for Valentine’s Day. Officers were: Julie Amadori, Presi- dent, Rick Starling, Vice- President, April Sessions, Treasurer, and Stephanie Mann, Secretary. Molly Tully, April Sessions, Bryan Kearney, seniors, and Ms. Hamway are all captivated by senior Marti Gonzales’ words. Marti Gonzales, Tina Slaughter, and Johanna Adams are celebrat- ing with a delicious piece of cake at the NHS induction ceremonies. National Honor Society: 1st Row: Julie Amadori, Larry Trout, Kevin O’Toole, Ellen Sease, Rick Starling, Anne Beck, Aliya Pitchford, Kate Burke. 2nd Row: Marti Gonzales, Khiet Trinh, April Sessions, Tyler Hard- ing, Teresa Bolick, Dian Witter. 3rd Row: Benedict Muirheid, Johanna Adams, Mary Reese, Stephanie Mann, Steven Mann, Jennifer Thornton, Greg Gonzales. Senior Larry Trout proudly glances at the candle table during the N reception. Mr. Blackburn was the new | sponsor for the Key Club. New activities were planned for the benefit of the com- munity; these included leaf raking, collecting canned | food for the Salvation Army, various school related ser- vices, a donkey basketball game for charity, and many | others. They tried to develop young leaders in school while serving the commu- nity. When asked to sum up Key to Giving the members, Mr. Black- burn said with a smile, “Nice, hardworking guys — they do the work.” Seniors Carter Hansen and Ronnie Rackey try to think up another ex- citing activity for the club. 1 eo CT. ay) . i ii’ THU TLL ' Theitiiteas lst row — Jeff Burkett, Robby Ayres, John Warlick, Mart Van Lear, Kevin O’Toole. 2nd row — David Unroe, Steven Mann, Chris Carter, Carter Hansen, Ronnie Rackey, Chad Randall. 8rd row — Neil Raftery, Rick Starl- ing, Danny Howard, Casey Green, Andy Withers. 4th row — Martin Thor- sted, Tee Hicks, Glen Lanford, John Nelson, Rob Kelsey, David Klotz. 5th row — Brett Raftery, Tom Bennett, Pete Thompson, Ross Cash. Key Club: Tripp Viverette, Chad Randall, David Unroe, Ronnie Rackey, Brett Raftery, Neil Raftery, Rob Kelsey, Ross Cash, Cornelius Grayson, Carter Hansen, Robby Ayres, Chris Carter, John Warlick, Danny Howard, Warren Lewis, Chris Peyton, Martin Thorsted, Mart Van Lear, and Pete Thompson. peg � Taking Care of Business All thirty-four of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) were very enthused about the work they ac- complished. Activities in- cluded: selling turkey notes at Thanksgiving, supplying a Thanksgiving dinner for two needy families, Easter fund raisers, and contributions to ASK (Association for the Study of Childhood Cancer). Mrs. Tully led the pride of the FBLA. Some of her top mem- bers were Molly Tully, Grace FBLA: Ist row: Vivian Delts, Kim Faulconer, Janet Skinner, Molly Tully, Tara May, Laura Matthews, Grace Ann Braxton. 2nd row: Lisa Cannedy, Erica Ross, Angela Wright, Mary Byrd, Tiffany Jones, Lisa Smith, Keisha Carter. 3rd row: Tammie Coghill, Unis Harris, Gwen Hudson, Tara Smith, Kim Cox, Robin Merryman, Jennifer Tootle. 4th row: Schreika Fisher, Jennifer Jones, Tonya Bundy, Jared Pullam, Peggy Camp. i Bobby Hamilton gives a quick grin to the camera before returning to his group agenda. VICA: 1st row: Sarah Kosch, Patrick Sny- der, Chris Meyer, Dean Leming, Bobby Hamilton. 2nd row: Richard Smith, Charlie Lacher, Danny Mobler, Ben Wat- son, Vincent Collier, Robert Samuels. 3rd row: Chris Boger, Paul Perry, Marqis Hamm, Stephen Griffis, Robert Williams, Jamie Wallace. Braxton, Tammie Coghill, Tara May, Keisha Carter, Monica Johnson, Tiffany Jones, Jennifer Jones, John Coakley, Jared Pullam, Mark Johnson, Janet Skinner, and Peggy Camp, all seniors. ett pee. ee eee ———— Fe se Le ee DECA: First Row: John Nelson, Sharon Wright, Faye Jackson, Verola Wright, | John Jones. Second Row: Carol Ann Hart, | Kimberly French, Tommy Daniel, Suzie |Frudiger, Ray Ann Alwardt, Sherrie | Knight. Third Row: Michael Rakes, Emily Tankersly, Rebecca Moran, Jenni- fer Sullivan, Sharon Deshazo, Joel Williams. Fourth Row: Lajuan Edwards, Katherine Glancy, Joby Coakley, Ray Atwell, Sarah Yeager, John Dever. Fifth ‘Row: Andre Andrews, Chris Courtney. TCB The Distributive Education Club had become increas- ingly popular among the students at James Monroe. Beginning with the instal- lation of officers and new members in September, the DECA club began a long se- ries of exciting events. In October, the club held its annual Fall Rally at Kings Dominion. Groups of 20-25 students were led by Kings Dominion representatives to get a “behind the scenes” look at wardrobe, ware- Library Aids: First Row: Michael Wade, Natasha Deyo, Richard Ellis, Charles Webb. Second Row: Bryant Carneal, Karen Mills, Sharon Curry, Lisa Cannedy. As Rebecca Moran approaches school, she looks forward to her fa- vorite class, marketing education. house, zoology, and how those programs worked. In November, DECA held a Leadership Seminar; in De- cember, there was the nam- ing of “Mr. DECA”’,, and in January was the well- known Leggett Takeover Day. This provided an excel- lent opportunity for stu- dents to obtain first-hand experience on the manage- ment and the operation of a major department store. Each student was assigned a store partner with whom they worked in one depart- ment. This project was not only beneficial to the stu- dents, but to the commu- nity. Overall DECA had an- other prosperous year. Offi- cers for the DECA club were President Sarah Yeager, First Vice-President Ruby Baker, Second Vice-Presi- dent Michael Barleston, Re- cording Secretary Sharon Deshazo, Corresponding Secretary Sherrie Knight, Treasurer Sharon Wright, Reporter Ray Atwell, Histo- rian Troy Turner, and Par- liamentarian Faye Jackson. Representatives were Joby Coakley, Emily Tankersley, Rebecca Moran, Kathy Glancy, and Marvin Tarry. Latin Club: 1st row: Mary Franklin, Rebekah Bill, Tyler Harding, Aliya Pitchford. 2nd row: Bronwen Clark, Courtney Harding, Carey Albertine, Moria Perry, Clavio Ascari. 3rd row: Sarah Scott, Kim McGlue, Liz Lucey, David Blocker, Stephanie Mann. 4th row: Kate Burke, Kofi Johnson, John Blackmon, Lewis Fickett, Bryan Kearney. With so many members (54), German Club sponsor Mrs. Kelly had to arrange many exciting activities for the group. Among the events were trips to Elsie’s German Deli, a skitrip, and a fall con- vention at Busch Gardens. The club also worked after school selling gummi bears. Leading the activities along German Club: 1st row: Sandra Culp, Joslyn Bingley, Jill Pisenti, June Gon: with Mrs. Kelly were club! President Michelle Perry,} Vice-President Tyler Scott,| and Secretary Treasurer Jenny Freeman. The Ger- man Club also participated in Jayem’s Foreign Lan- guage Week and Dinner and| a spring convention with the) Virginia Organization of) German Students. ! zales, Katrina Wissel, Jennifer Freeman, Tyler Scott, Michelle Perry Jenny Terrell, Richard Ellis. 2nd row: Kelley Waldref, Amanda Gray, Chri; Bolick, Matthew Huff, Ben Reeder, Carrie Burkett, Un Lee, Annette Nor mand, Melanie Wood, Bridgett Morris. 3rd row: Dean Leming, Robert Spit ler, Jennifer Thornton, John Wissel, Raymond Slaughter, Geoff Mann, Em ily Tankersley, Ryan Lightner, Wayne Perry. 4th row: Lee Lewis, Kevii Gonzales. Wagner, Eddie Wissel, Matt Pisenti, Chris Collins, Marty Johnson, Gre; Che Spanish Club: Ist row: Nadene Byrd, Teresa Bolick, Tiffany Bryant, Jennifer Mann, Stephanie Lewis, Tiffany Jones, Lisa Smith. 2nd row: Karis Temple, Hillary 4ocke, Laura Mathews, Teresita Grant, Kim Faulconer, Susan Curry. 3rd row: So Young, Stacy Pipkin, Jennifer Stevens, Katie Farmer, Christine Palumbo, Earl Sul- ae ivan. 4th row: Amy Herndon, Michelle Sharp, Ronnie Rackey, Tee Hicks, Calvin Eric Armstead, Joby Coakley, Schericka Gaskins, and Eric Trout enthusiastically Vare, Tammie Coghill. 5th row: Matt Folan, Glen Lanford, Damien Samuel, Eric work on their pinata. The motivation was a contest between Mrs. Burch’s Spanish I {rmstead. 6th row: Kevin O’Toole, Chad Randall, David Unroe, Jeff Burkette, Ross classes. Sash, John Gaffney. « SONY YY (IR Ss : : i Aly Truong, Kathy Harris, James Shelhorse, Jason Ayers, Hunter Cherwick, John Conway, Andre Mohead, Tom Rete on tecion Ondvow: Poa Mitchell, Deed Tateiae Tamara Robinson, ound Ht borne ay seo atta A gl cna: ue chi 1 ‘ i G up, Melissa Wagner. 3rd row: Christine Barber, Ava Cherry, Alyce Byrd, Joanne Ware, Neil Day, Kelly Green, DEES eS eee ee nere xn Becks Barnet 4th row: Kendal Hansen, Courtney Murphy, Lynette O’Toole, Laura Joyner, John Blosser, Heleena Comley, Mrs. Hansen. 5th row: Heather Anderson Alicia Rodgers, Catherine Evans, Kim Emmons, Kate Burke, Diem Trinh, Judith Schor, Dian Witter, Denise Davis, Amy Brumfield, Hillary Locke. 6th row: Rick Starling, John Warlick, Martin Thortstead, Karen West, Brian McKeown, Lewis Fickett, Chris Myers, John Zaloudek. peg :: Fredericksburg’s Future Learns Now The Future Homemakers of America were busy as usual throughout the school year. Not only did they have nor- mal fund raisers but at- tended several leadership conferences: one at Orange County High School, a clus- ter meeting in Baltimore, Maryland, and a State Lead- ership Conference in April. More significant to the com- munity, the group also pre- pared a special dinner for the area homeless. The FHA president was Cheryl Cooper, Vice-President was Lisa Cannedy, Treasurer Frances Buck, Secretary Natasha Deyo, and Parlia- mentarian Pamela Strader. FHA was sponsored by Ms. Doris Darden. F.H.A.: lst row: Cheryl Cooper, Natasha Deyo, Lisa Cannedy, Frances Buck. 2nd row: Pam Strader, Nicole Robinson, Stephanie Mann, Nichole Johnson. 3rd row: Angela White, Evett Frye, Peggy Camp, Ms. Darden. A member of the science club, Todd Clare (freshman), shows his support of science by enthusiastically participating in the science fair. fl Blackmon, Hunter Cherwick, Todd Clare, Chris Meyer. z : nvprniunalbitiniiaiininasntailanniniiniaty see ON _ : ! Des Be eee nennnen SAO fesse con am ae = ae ty Ba enpgpn ove 1 ene e. i —— : Fn ee |The Science Club: Ist row: Andre Mohead, Bayyinah Mitchell, Lameka Carr. 2nd row: Un Lee, Mark Miller, Neil Day, Stacy Files. 3rd row: John The Art Club: 1st row: John Burton, Andre Mohead, Elizabeth Pasto, Technical Drawing: Ist row: Anthony Edwards, Tina Slaughter, Anna Martin Van Lear, Thomas Gainer. 2nd row: Amanda Gray, Erica Witzke, Sward. 2nd row: Jason Perks, Steve Mann. 3rd row: David Henry, Keith shley Rosebrook, Rob Kelsey, John Warlick, Casey Green. 3rd row: Laura Muckler, Kyle Baker, Patrick Snyder, Greg Minor, Eddie Wissel. 4th row: oyner, Tyler Scott, Wallace Christopher, Patrick Owens, Jimmy Hubbard, Kim Emmons, Mary Reese. 5th row: Thomas Gainer, Brendon Mahoney, avid Klotz, Martin Thorsted. 4th row: Cindy Jones, Eleanor Washington, Angie Gordon, Alex Smith, Wayne Bussey, Robbie Cherry, Sean Whittaker. lyce Sanders, Danielle Long, Theresa James, Damien Samuel. 6th row: David Woodbridge, Song Woo, Mr. McFall, Adam Clingenpeel. co on Classical Jackets Orchestra was one of the most active clubs at James Monroe. Activities ranged from the Talent Show to per- forming for the wonderful Walsh in Wales. Every con- cert was very important to each of the orchestra mem- bers. Other activities included: Band: Ist row: Rozella Sprow, LaTonya Parker, Brenda Webster, Dannielle Lomax, Kimber Richardson, — Senior Musical Orchestra — Candycane Concert — Sights and Sounds — Candlelight Tour The officers were: Calvin Ware, President, Eric Arm- stead, Vice-President, Johanna Adams, Secretary, and Julie Amadori and Theresa Smith, Treasurers. Strings: 1st row: Calvin Ware, Darrell Durante, Eric Armstead, So Young, Theresa Smith, Hunter Moore. 2nd row: Joanna Ware, Phil Hayes, Gillian Crisp, Teresita Grant, Marcia Samuels, Julie Amadori. 3rd row: Christine Barber, Andrea Stahler, Alice Byrd, Ava Cherry, John Zaloudek, Clavio Ascari. Theresa James, Stacy Pipkin, Jessica Johnson, Patricia Humphrey. 2nd row: Theodore King, Annete Nor- mand, Amme Mahler, Tonia Boutchyard, Paula Young, Keisha Carter, Herman Baskerville, Billy Summers. 3rd row: Chris Bingley, John Lenyon, Jennifer Stevens, Stephanie Harris, Pam Strader, Joy Smith, Nikki Paige, Andreka Pierce, Josh Jeffress. 4th row: Wayne Perry, Sharon Curry, Tameika Robinson, Robert Spitler. 36 Pog The Monroe Singers: 1st row: Birte Rubow, Susan Curry, Denise Davis, Molly Tully, Marti Gonzales, Jen- nifer Jones, Keisha Carter. 2nd row: Kevin O’Toole, Larry Trout, Darrell Durante, Heath Sloan, Hunter Moore, R.J. Luna, Calvin Ware, Eric Armstead. Boys Chorus: 1st row: John Bostick, Brian Borchers. 2nd row: Jermaine Box, Tee Hicks, Chris Griffen, Mi- chael Brooks, Jardson Cambell, Wal- ter Whitaker. lennifer Jones, Hunter Moore, Heath Sloan, Larry Trout, and Keisha Car- er, of the Monroe Singers, prepare for their performance at Hugh mercer _) dlementary School. evin O’Toole, Molly Tully, Eric Armsted, Denise Davis, Darrell Durante, } }irls Chorus: 1st row: Lameka Carr, Erica Pratt, Theresa Johnson, Jen- nifer Thomas, Brenda Webster, Theresa James. 2nd row: Sherice Parker, Michelle Gathers, Katina Parker, Denise Harris, Sheila McKenny, Lindsay ) Smith. 3rd row: Maggie Durette, Jennifer Davis, Michelle Fox, Dee Dee dolmes, Angel Robinson. Class Act ournals This year’s yearbook and newspaper staffs were plagued by the traditional dreaded deadline syn- drome. Normally friendly and outgoing people turned into monsters of madness. Mrs. Matalavage and Mr. Blackburn were certainly no exception to this syndrome. Each yearbook spon- sor was in his first year, so struggles and tough lessons abounded. Senior editors were relied upon heavily for their ex- pertise. These seniors were Amy Herndon, Tami Stanton, Lara Battista, Ellen Franken, Anna Sward, and Mary Sledd Shelhorse. Altogether however, this year’s yearbook staff somehow pulled together when it counted to produce a bigger book for the same money. Mrs. Zacchini had a young staff for newspaper. She was seen pulling her hair out often in attempts to meet deadlines. The result was usually very profes- sional, however. The Spotlight newspaper and the Monroe Echo yearbook were journals of Jacket existence, and were definitely in a class by themselves. YEARBOOK STAFF: first row: Tami Stanton, Amy Herndon, Lara Bat- tista. second row: Mary Sledd Shelhorse, Jason Gallant, Dianna Blair, Anna Sward. third row: Alicia Rodgers, Catherine Evans, Ellen Franken, Tonya Parker. SPOTLIGHT STAFF: first row: David Blocker, Lewis Fickett, Anthony Ed- wards, Aaron Nicholas, Mark Reynolds. second row: Bronwen Clark, Raymond Slaughter, Hunter Cherwick, Betsy Atkinson, Jason Ayres, Kate Burke, Aliyn Pitchford. third row: Stacey Pipkin, Nancy Todd, James Shelh- orse, Deirdre Jurgins, Geoff Mann. 38 b= Business Tami Design Ellen Franken Editor Stanton Editors Anna Sward Copy Lara Battista Photography Amy Editors Sledd Shelhorse Editor Herndon Dianna Blair, sophomore, gives a Seniors Jason Gallant and Anna quick glance at anopposingcamera. Sward work diligently on finishing a layout. 2 g : Jack Rose, senior, debates in his }mind what sort of things should be placed in the next newspaper issue. Mary Sledd Shelhorse, senior, con- templates the topic of her story for the Echo. Amy Herndon, senior, looks at her layout and is quoted saying, “Ooo, fun. Hunter Cherwick, freshman, takes a quick stretch before continuing with the assignment given to him during Spotlight. Dramatic Class Sophomore Mark Reynolds, senior Sophomore Jesse Jennings gives a April Sessions, and freshman Re- stunning performance as a Hari beka h Bill demonstrate how ser- Krishna. iously they take their acting. Junior Matt Hooper narrates the “Pardoner’s Tale.” Forensics: First Row: Bayyinah Mitchell, Jennifer Tootle, Un Lee, Amy Brunfield, Matt Hopper. 2nd. Row: Lewis Fickett, Jay McCracken, Todd Clare, Bryan Kearney, Lind- say Smith. ) 0 Peg Basilisk: Matt Hopper, Mary Reese, Thomas Gainer. International Thespian: 1st Row: Mark Reynolds, Rebecca Barnett. 2nd Row: Rebekah Bill, Natasha McGuire, Carey Albertine. 3rd Row: Un Lee, Neil Day, Amy Brumfield, Molly Tully, Tara May, Matt Hooper, Bryan Kearney. 4th Row: Phillip Clingen- piel, Stephanie Lewis, Janet Skinner, Stephanie Mann. Young Democrats and Indepen- dents: 1 Row: Stephanie Lewis, Tiffany Bryant, Jennifer Mann, J.J. Voglantz, Tara May, Molly Tully, Courtney Murphy. 2 Row: Deirdre Jurgina, Billy Summers, Amy Brumfield, Andre Mohead, Polly Fields. 3 Row: Brian McKeown, Tom Bennett, John Blackmon, Mark Miller, Un Lee, Chris Meyer. 4 Row: Alicia Rodgers, Catherine Evans, Josh Jeffress, Kim McGlue, Krista Stearns, Hunter Moore. 5 Row: Rodney Banks, Heather Ander- son, Frankie Sullivan, Brendan Mahoney, Lewis Fickett. Christian Support Group: 1 Row: Molly Tully, Tara May. 2 Row: Dian Witter, Mary Reese, Melissa Wagner. Young Republicans: 1st Row: Mrs. Gordon, Mark Thorsted, Mary Sledd Shelhorse, Elizabeth Lucey, David Blocker, Amy Herndon. 2nd Row: Mary Franklin, Hunter Cherwick, Rob Kelsey, Donna Krauss, Libbie Farmer, Anna Sward, Michelle Sharp. 3rd Row: Elizabeth Pasto, Carey Albertine, Christine Palumbo, Sarah Scott, Betsy Atkinson, Sherry Meyer, Carter Hansen, Phillip Clingenpeel. 4th Row: Aaron Nicholas, Kristen Johnson, Ashley Rosebrook, Christie Harold, Craig Zaidman, Neil Raftery, Adam Clingenpeel, Martin Van Lear. Classic Groups In Motion Stephanie Lewis, Christine Pa- Senior Tara May supports Steph- lumko, and Sarah Stein may seem anie Lewis, junior, during a play crazy sometimes but when it comes that was put on for some English to political views they choose their classes. parties and stick with them. bates a ln A Clas By Themselves The students of Jayem were an example of class that one could not ignore. Without the students there would be no school, and no acts to follow. Words to describe the student body are academics, athletic, artistic, and vocational. With the eighth grade having been moved back to Walker Grant the freshman class was trampled once more. For many ninth graders the excitement was still alive about being in high school. The sophomores, on the other hand, were no longer the middle men. The majority of sopho- mores were now looking towards their junior year in high school. The busiest class had to have been the junior class. The reali- zation of becoming a senior had not hit them until now. When the word prom came into mind the word money entered along with it. For it was their turn at the ex- penses. | The almighty seniors roamed the halls with pride and dignity. Pampering and kidding under- classmen seemed to go along with planning their future lives. Senior privileges seemed to in- sure a happy final year. Our students, although varied, are all respected and honored, personalizing the ideals of James Monroe. This was a year for a touch of class. Seniors Jill Miller, Courtney Murphy, Betsy ; Atkinson, Donna Kraus, Molly Tully, Mary Sledd — Shelhorse, Ellen Sease, Laura Mathews, Libbie Farmer, Tara May, Liz Lucey, Jennifer Mann, J.J. Vogltanz, and Kevin O’Toole spend a relax- ing afternoon downtown. The group chose a beautiful day to do so. Johanna Adams “Life is what you make it.” Julie Amadori “You can close your eyes to reality, but not to the memories.” Eric Armstead “To success one must say he can. One who says he can’t has never tried.” Betsy Atkinson “Every age has it’s pleasuure, it’s style and with it’s own way.” Robby Ayers “Tf I am not for myself who will be for me? Yet if I am not for myself only, what am |?” Kyle Baker “T shot the sheriff, it wasn’t a pretty sight.” — EPMD — Evelyn Bales Lara Robyn — Grace Battista — “T’m waiting in my cold cell, when the bell begins to chime, reflecting on my past life and it doesnt’ have much time, cause at 5:00 they take me to the gallows pole.” — IRON MAIDEN — Marcus Beale : Kathy Benser “T like to take each step one by one, right on time you will arrive, by keeping the dream alive.” — VAN HALEN Rhonda Lynette Branham I have achieved one of my goals in life and my advice to you is, don’t take the easy way out.” Tiffany Bryant “We must laugh before we are happy, or else we may die before we ever laugh at alee Tonya Bundy Jeff Burkett “BLP-BLP-BLP.!” — MFN Guy Byrd Tope an eon enior Academics pell Success Every student put some effort into their work. Then there were those who gave a little more ef- fort. Making the honor roll was quite a big thing the first nine weeks. In fact there were more seniors on the honor roll than any other class. Seniors had really motivated themselves to do the best they could. In fact, the first nine weeks, there were 54 seniors on the honor roll as opposed to 18 freshmen, 17 sophomores, and 27 juniors. That really told people the seniors meant business. Amy Herndon enjoys herself “naturally.” Peggy Ann Camp “Thanks to my parents, I’m outa here!” Lisa Cannedy “Always believe in yourself, you will succeed in the future.” Chris Carter “Never before have we had so little time in which to do so much.” Keisha Carter “Gossip is a short of smoke that comes from dirty tobacco-pipes of those who diffuse it; it proves nothing but the bad taste of the smoker.” Ross Cash “Life’s battles don’t always go to the stronger or faster, but sooner or later the one who wins is the one who thinks he can.” Monica Chaffee Clifford Chandler “T have been through all of this and it’s been a “communication problem.” Richard Christopher “Always strive to be the best you can be in whatever you do.” Adam Clingenpeel “Reality is nothing but a place to spend time between days off.” Tammie Coghill “Since we cannot know all that is to be known of everything, we ought to know little about everything.” Camella Cooper David Cunningham Susan Curry “Courage is being the only one who knows you’re seared to death.” Thomas Daniel Vivan Delts “Higher education is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. And you better know that’s right, YO!” Darrell Durante “Let those love now, who never loved before; let those who always lov’d now love more.” Elizabeth Anne Farmer “Life happens when you’re busy making plans.” JL Kim Fauleoner “Friends are those who come in when the whole world goes out.” Jim Fenwick “T don’t know where I’m going, but I sure know where I’ve been hanging on the promises and the songs of yesterday, but here I’ve made up my mind, I ain’t wasting no more time, here I go again.” — WHITESNAKE — Ellen Franken “Tt went very fast. The greatest moment of my life and it just flashed by.” Thomas Gainer “They say one’s eyes are mirrors into the depths of their souls. How deep in one’s soul? Break out the calculators folks and don’t get silly.” Neil Glancy “It’s time to leave, but where do I go?” Maritess Gonzales “If ’'m gonna be reincarnated after I die ... God must be running out of ideas.” meen Teresa Grant “Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing.” s Ped oS : 4 ‘ Teresita Grant “To do great right, to do little wrong.” Cornelius Grayson Stephen Christopher Griffin “To graduate or not to graduate, that is my question.” Stephen Hall “T hate quotations.” Tim Hall Carter Hansen “The journey will continue, a new story every mile; but memories that we’ve gathered, will always make me smile.” Jon Harris Carol Ann Hart Amy Herndon “In the land of the Night the Ship of the Sun is drawn by the Grateful Dead.” — Egyptian book of the dead — Beyond Surviving Many high school seniors had no idea what they were going to do after graduation. That was a pretty “touchy” subject for most. “Going to college,” was the most frequent answer given when asked about the future. The hard work of high school paid off as the fear, the excitement of the future had gotten a step closer. There were also those who said ‘‘I haven’t thought about the future.” Two thing's could be said though concerning seniors: they will survive. And lastly give them the credit and encouragement to reach their goals and dreams. In no hurry, Krista Stearns heads to class. Pd «: Twenty Musts Before GRADUATION 1 — Go on the senior trip. 2 — Fall in love. 3 — Buy a yearbook. 4 — Apply for jobs and colleges. 5 — Have detention one time. 6 — Eat one meal in the nook. 7 — Cut in line. 8 — Be exempt from exams. 9 — Intimidate the underclassmen. 10 — Skip on senior skip day. Angela Lynn Howard “T ean see through the future, if I can not get through the present.” Dan Howard “Well it’s been fun, but now I’m outa here!” Ben Howson “The sheer babyhood of the human race against the backgroud of incalculable time makes anything but a question (ignorance) absurdly presumptious.” — L.E. Jones — Faye Jackson “T am all sliced up for real, and you better know that’s right.” Leslie Jackson “Somethings’ got to give in the asphalt jungle because gentlemen prefer blonds, some like it hot and I’ve got a senior itch,” Latrish James Marc Johnson “The time has come for me to leave, go out into the world, and stand on my own two feet, and make money!” Monica Johnson “My trip here is now complete. Now it’s time for me to stand on my own two feet.” Shiron Johnson 11 — Make the honor roll. 12 — Sleep in one class. 13 — Go to prom. 14 — Be in a club. 15 — Last chance for an A or an F. 16 — Try out for the senior play. 17 — Be a total slob. 18 — Explode on a teacher. 19 — Catch a smoke in the bathroom. 20 — Bag assignments. Senior Janet Skinner prepares for a hockey game that afternoon. a Jennifer Jones “Success lies in doing not what others consider to be good, but what you consider to be great.” John B. Jones Jr. “There are three different kinds of freedom. There’s lots of misunderstanding ... The most important kind of freedom is to be what you really are.” Tiffany Jones “Great minds talk about ideas, average minds talk about events, and small minds talk about people.” Deidre Jurgins “No matter how bad it gets, a smile will always see you through.” Bryan Kearney Bill Keller “Three may keep a secret; if two of them are dead.” — B.F. — Robert Kelsey “Sit down, stand up, go home.” — J.T. — E-Jean Kim “Be strong and of good courage. Do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” . Theodore King David Klotz Donna Stella Krauss “Tomorrow — the time that gives you just one more chance — comes in to us at midnight and hopes we’ve learned something from yesterday.” Charles Lacher Glen Lanford Soo Lee “Now, today, and always.” — The Smiths — Elizabeth Mary Lucey “And yet a single day of universal love could save everything.” Peds: Ruben M. Luna “What a long strange trip it’s been.” Brendan McCable Mahoney “T will follow in the legendary footsteps of Buddy Rich, John Bohnam, and Nick Reart. Like them, I started out a beginner, and I will eventually be the best drummer this world has ever known.” Jennifer Mann “Not where we stand, but in what direction we are moving.” (Whatever!) Stephanie Mann “Tf you don’t catch me now, I can’t stop falling down!” — The Scorpians Michael Martindale “All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better.” Laura Ruth Matthews “Tt is not enough to do good; one must do it the right way.’’ — Rousseau Thanks for everything Mom and Dad. Tara Leigh May “T can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13 Kim McGlue “Lose your dreams and you’ll lose your mind.” — Rolling Stones Sherry Lee Meyer “.,. And who fails at the worst, if he fails at least fails while doing greatly so that his piace shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.” — T.D. Seniors Jared Pullam, Ben Watson, and Damion Samuel enjoy conversation during lunch. PINT PIER eM Jill Miller “T’ve been happy lately thinking about the good things to come, and I believe it could be. Something good has begun.” — Cat Stevens Hunter Moore Paul Morgan Courtney Murphy “Where we love is home, Home is where our feet may leave, but not our hearts.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes John Nelson “Conform and be dull.” — J. Frank Dobie Hai Nguyen Eric Noakes “It hasn’t been what I expected, but it will have to do.” Kevin O’Toole “You just call out my name and you know wherever I am I'll come runnin’... you’ve got a friend.’’ — James Taylor Chris Overman “Some people want fame and fortune, I just want a BMW.” Soyoung Park “T am not afraid of tomorrow because I have seen yesterday and today, but I will be the best as I can be for today and tomorrow.” Jared C. Pullam “You never get a second chance at a first impression, so always look good.” Ronnie Rackey “Never give up, never slow down, never grow old, never die young.” — J.T. William Chadwick Randall “No man should part with his own individuality and become that of another.” — Channing Mary Reese Nicole “Nick” Robinson “It took me a long time but I’m finally here; those who know me know me well and those who don’t will learn of me and what I am all about.” Jack Rose “You just can’t stop the machine.” — Carlo Marx Erica N. Ross “Be nice to your friends, but don’t be a fool.” “Yeah Buddy” Birte Rubow “It’s a small world after all... ” Damian Samuel “Be the best you can be, so be like “D.” Laurence Schor “Chose promise chose due dix mois par Ci dix mois parle. Merci papa, merci mama.” Phillip Scott Ellen Sease “T know we got a lot of good things up ahead, the past is gone, it’s all been said, here’s what the future brings, I know tomorrow we’ll find better things.” — The Kinks April Michelle Sessions “Working below our capabilities creates a deep hunger within ourselves, and an enormous waste in society.” Michelle Sharp “Everyday I watch the tide roll in, stay until it rolls away, though nothing’s on the shore, I’m running back for more.” Mary Sledd Shelhorse “Following our dreams with love inside, is never a waste of time; memories last forever.” Janet Skinner “Lives of great men remind us we can make our lives sublime and departing leaves behind us — Footprints on the sands of time.” H.W. Longfellow Tara Smith “Stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit — It’s when things seem worst that you must not quit.” Luv you Mom. Theresa Elizabeth Smith “Strive to do your best and you will ; receive success.” Randy Stahler “Don’t try to be like other people. Always strive to be yourself and to do your best at anything you do.” Melissa Stanley “T’d like to thank Bobby, Mom, Dad, and Nanny for making me work so hard. I love you all.” u Pd ee ee ee ee ee” oy See SS ee ee | oe Tamara Lynn Stanton “The gods you worship are steel, at the alter of Rock-n-Roll you kneel.” — W.A.S.P. Richard S. Starling “Try to remember working’s no crime — Just don’t let them take your wasted time.” — James T. Krista Stearns “Looking out at the road rushing under my wheels looking back at the years gone by like so many summer fields I look around for the friends I used to turn to to pull me through looking into their eyes I see them running to.” — Jackson Browne Anna Sward “Talis qualis” — C.V.A. Strandberg Wyatt W. Thompson, Jr. “When they lay me down to rest, place a tape deck on my chest, put the earphones on my head, throw in a tape and crank the Grateful Dead.” Martin Thorsted “Lust doth not a voyage make lest lust steer the course nor take the helm nor prime the love pump of life.”” — John Warlick Senior Neil Glancy, junior David Wood- bridge, and Seniors Chris Witzke, Jack Rose, Angela Howard, and Missy Stanley give looks of success after a chemistry experiment. Matt Tobin Jennifer Tootle “You only go through high school once; strive for the best.” Khiet Trinh “Good guys only win in movies.” — €.C.Catch Larry Trout ‘“What’s in your hearts, there’s never time to say.”’ — Journey Molly Tully “What the caterpillar thinks is the end of life, the butterfly knows it’s the beginning.” Mart VanLear “There’s a band playing in my head and I felt like getting high; thinking about what a friend had said, I was hoping it was a lie.” — Neil Young Cecil Exum Viverette “Who does not love wine, women, and song, remains a fool his whole life long.” — Martin Luther J.J. Vogitanz “Sometimes life is shadowed by the clouds of a rainy day, but the sun will rise and the clouds will clear, so happiness is always near.” . ‘ Melissa Wagner There is no mountain too tall, he cannot move it; there is no sorrow too deep, he cannot soothe it.” Calvin Ware “Thanks for everything.” John Warlick “Hail to the chief (Heh-heh-hehh) Hail yes!”’ — Hank Williams Jr. Benjamin Watson “Those who don’t listen to Ben, get it in the end.” Charles Webb Karen West “And these children that you spit on as they try to change their worlds are immune to your consultations. They’re quite aware of what they’re going through.” — David Bowie Angela White “Venture toward your future and hold on to it when it comes.” ; | ai William Andrew Withers “The incentive to succeed must come from within.” Soong Woo Angela Anita Wright “You were born yesterday, you live today, you think of tomorrow as you dream the future. Hope what you want. Do as you please. You are you, and I am me.” Sharon Wright “Yeah Buddie, you better know that’s right. Don’t rock the boat.” Shanie Wright “That was easy, here comes the hard part.” Sarah Yearger Jane Brewster Casey Horace Green Senior Marc Johnson walks down Seniors Chad Randall, Chris Car- the hall looking at many eye _ ter, Robby Ayers, Jared Pullam, catchers. Car] Payne, and Rob Kelsey prac- tice keeping in shape. Soo Lee and Ben Howson sit in the most comfortable spot on the school grounds. MOST ARTISTIC To be creative — by the rightful definition — means the ability to create. To be creative means to make the ordinary look different. Soo Lee and Ben Howson have shown true artisite ability in every aspect of the word, through drawing, poetry, fashion, and the diction they use. Because of those traits, they were voted the most artistic of the senior class. os a Seniors David Klotz and Jared Pullam enjoy their lunch while having a quick conversation. MOST SPIRITED MOST ATHLETIC At James Monroe, “school spirit” meant just one thing. The beliefthat JM was the best. Sometimes that belief was doubted, but those with real faith never wondered if it was the best or not. Molly Tully and John Nelson were common sights at games and in the halls, showing their spirit. Darrell Durante and Sherry Meyer showed their spirit through supporting athletics. Their full effort was something no one could take away. Darrell Durante shows Sherry Meyer some football techniques. ' { u ‘ ’ } | i. ——————— Molly Tully and John Nelson are ex- amples of what true spirit is. Senior Andy Withers displays his great study habits while in the library. Seniors Ronnie Rackey and Chad Randall show one another what’s up a head in the game. peg � Seniors Tiffany Bryant and Kim Mc- Glue study for a test the period before. Seniors Robby Ayers, Ronnie Rackey, Jeff Burkett, and Glen Lanford lift weights to improve their physique. Biggest Flirt Flirtatious — a tease, overly friendly — anyway you describe it, the senior class pointed the flirtiest out with ease. Betsy Atkinson, Danny Howard, and Corey Dawson were voted the biggest flirts of the class. All had mastered the art of flirting in their own individual ways. Friendliest Friendly was a word that def- initely fit Molly Tully and Cal- vin Ware. They were always smil- ing and willing to help those who needed it. Wherever they went, somebody always got helped. Whenever people were down and feeling blue, Molly and Calvin had their arms open and a shoul- der to cry on. The shyest people are usually associated with the people who go unnoticed. This however is not always the case — there are always exceptions. Two exceptions for the class of ’89 were Bill Keller and Soo Lee, who were voted the shyest. 60 Pg ea. © ok eee Danny Howard, Betsy Atkinson, and Bill Keller and Soo Lee are persuaded Corey Dawson display their flirtatious to smile for the camera. ways. Calvin Ware and Molly Tully show Senior Vivien Delts concentrates on warm signs of friendship. accounting. Call — a oS ei iii sm —— Ksolead we as as Courtney Murphy, Darrell Durante, and Sherry Meyer flash their “best smile” for the camera. Martin Thorsted and Teresita Grant show their discrete sense of humor for the camera. FUNNIEST? BEST SMILE Usually school was a serious matter, but not for class clowns Martin Thorsted and Teresita Grant. The two of them helped lift up a little of that serious- ness by adding some laughter to students as well as to the fac- 2 og ulty. Alongside laughter and smiles came the two best. With original and great to look at smiles were Darrell Durante, Sherry Meyer, and Courtney Murphy. Even on blue days their smiles cheered up a room. Mona Makinen flips through an o ld yearbook while relaxing in Mr. Black- burn’s office. _Late to lunch, senior Kim McGlue_ Senior Angela Howard checks the reaches for her tray. pressure gauge on the equipment. Julie Aamdori and Rick Starling demonstrate their taste for success. BEST DRESSED MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Many people look good, but then there are those who look perfect. The two that really caught people’s eyes, Chad Randall and Sherry Meyer, were the best look- ing seniors inside the school. Along: with looking the best was doing the best. On the top of the list were Julie Amadori and Rick Starling. The hard work had paid off 100%. The term “Strive to do your best” had been in their vocabulary for years. Senior Chris Overman takes part in a class discussion. NONCONFORMISTS Being an individual means a lot to very few people. That was not the case as far as non- conformists Jack Rose and Lara Battista were concerned. To them individuality was every- thing. “Jack is a really different guy,” commented a fellow class- mate. Others agreed that Jack was “a really nice person, who walks to the beat of his own drum.” Lara had a comment about her “out of the ordinary” friend. “He’s one of the easiest people for me to relate to.” Both students wondered who would carry on the name in the future. Tonya Bundy voices her opinion in lunch. | ante, La NG ®, a ey Koeurre � Mostar goe +) “ AW f aOR Lr ATF a ERE) be sine Rs Ae We) lea. a F = “ Fe re Lara Battista and Jack Rose enjoy the quietness of the field. Chad Randall sneaks a kiss from Sherry Meyer in the library. peg 6 66 po Mary Armstead Claiborne Ashby Ray Atwell Cornelius Beale Miyorker Beale Anne Beck Nikie Bennett Christopher Boger Teresa Bolick Grace Braxton Mike Brooks Bryant Brown Darwin Brown Rayna Brown Becky Bumbrey Kate Burke Mary Byrd Joyce Callahan Nathan Carey Melissa Carter Jessica Coakley Robbie Coleman Vincent Collier Kelvin Conway Chris Courtney Kim Cox Gillian Crisp Denise Davis Stacey Deane Bendeyct Delacroix Heading toward the top of the high school scholastic ladder, the juniors have worked very hard. They were growing into mature jackets. The class of “90” felt im- portant in the contributing of the academic and extracurricular atmosphere. For example, they tackled their hardest schedule, chose from more electives, pre- pared for the well-known, but dreaded Scholastic Aptitude Tests, and finally planned the traditional prom. The juniors were able to decorate, pay for, and Junior Vicky Fink breaks into a laugh as she dances along with a pillow person at the homecoming pep rally. = Juniors Give It Their All attend the junior-senior prom. These upcoming se- niors had the reputation of being mature enough to handle the few, yet critical privileges of the senior class. Desire and motivation were two of the characteristics to emerge from the class of “OQ”. Sharon Deshazo Gary Poole Anthony Edwards Verlin Edwards Kim Emmons Staci Files Victoria Fink Shawreika Fisher Michael Fleming Matthew Folan Jennifer Freeman Yvette Frye Holly Gabbert John Gaffney P 68 po Sharon Girtain Shawna Gorka Robert Hamilton Kendal Hansen Tyler Harding Katherine Harris Leon Harris Donna Heflin David Henry Chantel Hollen Matthew Hooper Stephanie House Gwen Hudson Kristin Johnson Resa Johnson Selena Johnson William Johnston Cyndi Jones Julie Jones Jasmin Kastor Joseph King Sherrie Knight Richard Knisley Stephanie Lewis Teresa Lewis Warren Lewis Richard Lightner Danielle Long Yvonne Lucas Kurt Lutz @ APPAHANNOCK BIG BROTHERS Juniors Sport Their Class The juniors had a major planning period of their lives. They wrote colleges and sent applications and prepared for the different tests needed to be accepted. They ordered rings and got their licenses. Also, they began to learn the real meanings of responsi- bility and freedom, al- though sometimes it didn’t feel like it. Vicki Fink thinks as a junior you are “not old enouth to have re- sponsibilities but you’re still young enough to act like a baby.” The juniors had a lot of responsibility in prepar- ing for the prom on May 20, 1989, which was D.J.ed by Lyn Grayson at Great Hall, Mary Washington College. As Shawn Whitaker and During a tiring hockey game, Stephanie House stops to take a quick break before moving on to try to score against Chancellor. Warren Lewis said, re- spectively, “‘It’s almost over!’’ and ‘“‘Best thing about being a junior is only one more year of high school.” Rapping-hero, Cornelius Beale, competes in the annual lip-syne contest. Stephen Mann Robin Merryman Devetrias Minor Gregory Minor Nicole Minor Amy Mitchell Keith Muckler Jason McKnight JR Nestor Allen Parker Charles Pasto Michelle Perry Paul Perry Wayne Perry Chris Peyton pak 69 Aliya Pitchford Neil Raftery Michael Rakes Laura Reeder Kimber Richardson Michael Richardson Kelly Rosser Marcia Samuels Robert Samuels Alyce Sanders Judith Schor Tyler Scott Phim Senavanh Tina Slaughter Alex Smith Lisa Smith Richard Smith Rosella Sprow Jennifer Stevens Jennifer Thorton Mark Thorsted Catherine Tierney Diem Trinh Trang Truong Teresa Turner David Unroe Lisa Waddell Kevin Wagner Franklin Ware Eleanor Washington | Stee sahil a ae { - Stacey Washington Joel Williams Shawn Williams Heather Willie Dean Wingfield Dian Witter Eddie Wissel David Woodbridge Darrin Wright Paula Young Stepping Up With Class Things Juniors Do: 1. get their class rings 6. play varsity sports 2. go to prom for the first 7. take SAT’s time 8. attend Governor’s school 3. get a driver’s license 9. can legally get a job 4. get Mr. Burch for (taxes) English 10. stay out later 5. pay high class dues Richard Ellis waits patiently forthe Juniors Kimber Richardson, Phim bus after school. Sevanah, and Donna Hefflin prac- tice with sophomores Jessica John- son, and Anna Fernando. ipa 71 Petrina Alsop Heather Anderson Joseph Armstrong Jennifer Ashley Herman Baskerville Tom Bennett Chris Bingley John Blackmon Dianna Blair David Blocker James M. Boone Colleen Boxwell Robert Bradford Robyn Branham Gerry Brown Lita Brown John Burton Wayne Bussey Nadene Byrd John Callahan Timothy Carlson Rod Catlett Ronald Clarke Joby Coakley Cheryl Cooper Jacky Curry Patricia Curry Sharon Curry Katie Damon Jennifer Davis Neil Day Marsha Deane Liam Desanto Natasha Deyo Thomas Digges Renee Dismukes Crystal Durante Lujuan Edwards Cynthia Eley Billy Errico Catherine Evans Neil Farmer Lewis Fickett April Fields Polly Fields Curtis Fisher Brian Fletcher Ann Fornando Mary Franklin Kimberly French Dealr Frye Chris Gaffney Christopher Gallahan Schericka Gaskins Katherine Glancy Gemma Gonzales Kelly Green Tamara Griffin Mark Haigler Marquis Hamm Christie Harold Stephanie Harrison Tee Hicks Jennifer Hise a a ee ee Sophomore Style Being a sophomore had its ups and downs. As a sophomore, a student had the chance to be de- pendent on their parents and not seriously worry about any- thing. Tenth grade was the per- fect place to be — too old to be “little freshmen” yet still young to act like a child once in a while. Some of the highlights of being a sophomore were: not having to take social studies for a year, and only having one year left of physical education. At the beginning of their sophomore year, nothing seemed that important to students, but as the year went on, they began to think about exams. Then, as thoughts of summertime and vacation en- tered their minds, students began to have questions like: “To which college do I want to apply?”, “What kind of job or eareer do I want after I leave school?”, “Do I really have the kind of grades to pursue the kind of future that I want?”’, ete. But then they realized that asa sophomore, they did not have to push themselves so hard be- cause they still had one year to bring up their grades and ready themselves for “responsibility.” Angel Robinson, sophomore, takes a look at the new Spirit Week showcase. Tee Hicks and S.J. Campbell practice before a big game. Mele £ 8 i we z agen « Yi Demetria Holmes Jerry Holmes John Hughes Josh Jefferess Jesse Jennings Jessica Johnson Monica Johnson Terry Johnson Thomas Kazenske John Kenyon Andrea King Karen King Sarah Kosch Rebecca Lafferty Kevin Lam Un Lee Dean Luming Michael Lewis Talya Lewis Ryan Lightner Melissa Lillis Lisa MacDonald James MacFadzean Jay McCracken Natasha McGuire Paul McKnight Chris Meyer Mark Miller Karen Mills Bayyinah Mitchell Andre Mohead Rebecca Moran Bridgett Morris Tonya Morton Leslie Muir Aaron Nicholas Annette Normand Michelle Paige Elizabeth Pasto Paige Perkins P « Moria Perry Erica Pratt Jason Purks Brett Raftery Mark Reynolds Jeremy Richard Troy Roach Tamara Robinson Tameika Robinson Alicia Rodgers Ashley Rosebrook Randall Ross Harry Rucker James Rupe Roland Samuel Laird Sessions Elmer Sharp Laurie Shibley Heath Sloan Alex Smith Lindsay Smith Melvin Smith Tyler Smith Patrick Snyder Thornton Staples Sarah Stein Pam Strader Randy Strunk Frankie Sullivan Billy Summers Emmanuel Symiou Emily Tankersley Marvin Tarry Salve Tirado Eric Trout Olatungi Turner Troy Turner Torre Van Lear Richard Villareal Brandon Votta Michael Wade Jamie Wallace Tangela Wallace Joanne Ware Jennifer Washington Lavonne Washington Andrew Watkins Brenda Webster Shelba Wheeler Walter Whittaker Robert Williams Danielle Wood Kenny Woodall Vanessa Wormley Lisa Yang Karen Young Reggie Wyche, Joby Coakley, Tangela Wallace, and Frances Buck socialize in the hallway after school. Sophomores Alicia Rodgers and Catherine Evans work to make an- other deadline. Paige Perkins, John Blackmon, Mark Miller, Tim Carlson, Aaron Nicholas, Jay McCracken, Billy Summers, Harper Anderson, Leslie Muir, Christie Harold, Karen Young, Neil Day, Mason Anderson, Katherine Glancy, Polly Fields, and Key Rosebrook make a pyramid with their teamwork efforts. Carey Albertine Clavio Ascari Jason Ayres Christine Barber Becky Barnett Rebekah Bill John Blosser Barbara Boniface Brian Borchers John Bostick Tonia Boutchyard Jermaine Box Theresa Boxley Tammy Brooks Amy Brumfield Alice Byrd Derick Byrd Arnold Cabarris Judson Cambell Bryant Carneal Lameka Carr Sammy Carter Warren Carter Lisa Chavarria Ava Cherry Robby Cherry Hunter Cherwick Wallace Christopher Angelo Cillo Todd Clare Bronwen Clark Phillip Clingenpeel Chris Collins Heleena Comley Tracy Conn John Conway Danielle Czahor Michael Dalton Thomas Dereich Maggie Durrette Lewis Eley Richard Ellis Katie Farmer Michelle Fox Chris Froman Lincoln Gaffney Kevin Gallahan Michelle Gathers Robert Gibson Mary Greenup Rebecca Haddick Jessica Hallberg Courtney Harding Denise Harris Mike Hasenauer Philip Hayes Michael Haynes Christy Hill Jan House James Hubbard Patricia Humphrey Eureka Jackson Jennifer Jenkins Diane Johnson Don’t Pick On Us! Most of the freshmen en- joyed the year. When asked about her freshmen year, Ronnie Wallace answered, “It’s better than being an eighth grader, but we are the youngest again and we Canguevie ll leatotne: older people.’’ She didn’t enjoy being a freshman and neither did Trina Thomas, but she enjoyed being out of middle school and in a high school. She said, ‘‘I only have 3 or 4 more years left in high school and I am going to enjoy them.” These were different viewpoints but next year they will be calling the Class of ’93 “little fresh- men.” Remember, as Faith Ann Culver stated, “‘... Everybody was once a fresh- men, too.” Also, remember freshmen, as Tonya Parker said, “We still have a whole lot to achieve so start achieving.” Junior Varsity hockey players chat on blechers before a game. Jason Johnson Kofi Johnson Marty Johnson Chris Johnston Tiffany Jones Laura Joyner George Keel Russell Kosch Jason Lee Anthoney Lewis Demetria Lewis Lee Lewis Robert Likins Hillary Locke Danielle Lomax Robert Loving Amme Mahler Geoff Mann Heather McNatt Deryl Minor Daniel Mobley Steven Mohead Bridgett Morris Ricardo Morton Lynette O’Toole Patrick Owens Christine Palumbo Katina Parker Latonya Parker Adam Phelps Andreka Pierce Stacy Pipkin Matt Pisenti May Pitchford Wayne Pope Cornelius Pratt April Price Mike Razzowk Ben Reeder Melissa Reminger Cheryl Roynon Lloyd Scott Sarah Scott Shelley Seitz Bounma Senavanh James Shelhorse Raymond Slaughter Jessica Smith Joy Smith Brandi Spurling Andrea Stahler Chad Stanley Adrienne Steans Donald Stepney Jennifer Sullivan Trudy Sullivan Karis Temple Jennifer Terrell Brian Thomas Jennifer Thomas Keisha Thomas Susan Thorsted Nancy Todd Yolanda Turner Keith Wagner Tabore Walker Ronnie Wallace Angela Williams Lonny Williams Justin Wilson Zachary Wilson John Wissel Melanie Wood Donnie Woodward James Wright Kevin Wright Reggie Wyche Craig Zaidman John Zaloudek Adie Stearns, Jan House, Taylor Greenup, and Jessica Hallberg have fun while visiting a friend, Heather Griles, in Tappahannock at St. Margaret’s in October. LNEOE Jason Ayres adds on another hat at a party. —— FRESHMAN CLASS Full of laughter, Rambunctious, Energetic, Shy (Sike!), Hopeful, _ Mischievous, Excitable, Neat The freshmen were working their way to the top. “To fin- ish school you must not quit,” stated Ricardo Morton. They were scared, young freshmen at the beginning of the year and have now grown up. Next year they will not be the lowest on the ladder to the top. They had to keep trying to go on no matter what. As Melissa Renninger said, ‘‘We still have a long way to go, but don’t give up.” The most positive aspects of being a freshman were havy- ing a title (freshman, not eighth grader), being on ajv team, and selling eating donuts during exams. Tammy Brooks carries a tune of the 60’s in her poodle shirt. Jermaine Box and Judson Cambell jam at the lip syne contest. Jermaine and Judson were just one of the many talents that performed. Hunter Cherwick is all ready to go to school. Carey Albertine, Beckey Barnett, Bekah Bill, and Amy Brumfield sit with Ms. Hamway at the induction ceremonies for the International Thespian Society. Peg � The School Board includes Nathan- iel Young, Carolyn Jones, Douglas Carter, Karen Rose, William Withers, and Jeff Scott. James E. Bailey, Assistant Princi- pal, walks the halls to associate with the students. Rich Hall, General Supervisor, H.D. Northern, principal, and S.J. Durtan, Assistant Superintendent, talk in the hall. H.D. Northern, principal, takes a minute to relax before moving on to conquer the next school prob- lem. In the Central Office of Administra- tion, Rick Hall, General Supervisor; Mary Burton, Director of Special Vocational Education; J. Richard — Garnett, Jr., Superintendent; William J. Conyers, Director of Spe- cial Services; and Stewart Rober- son, Director of Instruction. Care of Business Mr. Nothern hadn’t been here very long but many of the students thought of him as someone to whom they could talk. He was a princi- pal and a friend. _ The assistant principal, Mr. Bailey, and the adminis- trative assistant, Mr. Burch, were two new en- forcers at James Monroe. Mr. Bailey was usually busy talking with parents of hildren who had misbe- aved. Not only was Mr. Burch teaching Advanced English, but he was also making sure that punish- ment was handed-out for tardies. If a student was tardy or skipped Saturday School, Mr. Burch always “called them down.” Throughout the year, all three administrators helped teachers, staff, and students get their work done. Norma Woodward, Secretary to the Principal, poses for a quick picture at her desk. Mr. James Bailey, Assistant Principal Mr. Robert Blackburn, Gifted and Talented, BS — VCU, M.Ed. — UVa. Mrs. Harriet Burch, Spanish, BA — MWC. Mr. Robert Burch, English, Asst. Principal, BA, M.Ed — UVa. Mr. Robert Calloway, Physical Ed., Administrative Assistant, BA — Bridgewater C., M.Ed. — UVa, Ed. Sp. — UVa. Mr. William Carter, Guidance, BS — Lynchburg C., M.Ed. — UVa, M.Ed. Counseling — VCU Mr. Timothy Catlett, Aide Mrs. Toni Chandler, Library Secretary Dr. John Comerford, Chemistry, Physics, BS — VMI, M.Sc., Ph.D. — OSU Mr. George Cralle, Math and Computer, BA — Hampden — Sydney, M.Ed. — UVa Mrs. Lou Cralle, Math, BA — MWC, M.Ed. — UVa Mrs. Mary Crismon, Physical Ed., BS — U. of Missouri Ms. Sarah Critchfield, Math, BS — MWC Mrs. Meridith Cuddy, English, BA — CSU Mrs. Jessica Cunningham, Special Ed. Mrs. Doris Darden, Home Ec., BS, ME Mr. DeSando, Special Ed., BS — Indiana U. of PA Mrs. Christine Dickinson, Science, BS — MWC Mrs. Rene Embrey, Teachers’ Secretary Mrs. Betty Gordon, Social Studies, BA — MWC, M.Ed. — VCU Mrs. Ellen Gracik, Cafeteria Manager Mrs. Virginia Griffin, Business, BS — VA State Mrs. Marilyn Hamway, Drama, BA — VA Tech, MA — NYU Mrs. Judith Hansen, French, BA — U of R, M.A.T. — Duke U. Mrs. Paulette Hawthorne, English, BS — VA State, M.Ed. — VCU Ms. Sarah Henderson, Cafeteria Mr. Johnny Johnson, Art Mr. Ron Jordan, Band Director Ms. Cynthia Kelly, German, BA — MWC Ms. Ann Kennedy, Cafeteria Mrs. Elaine Larson, Art Mrs. Connie Laskowski, Attendance Secretary Ms. Mary Lewis, Nurse Mrs. Jackie Loving, Cafeteria Ms. Jacqueline La Franz Maclin, Guidance, Sociology, BA — VA State P «: Mary Lewis, the school nurse, takes a minute from her normally hectic job to eat lunch. Jay McFall relaxes reading a book. after school by Julie Scott, of the Science Depart- ment, lectures to one of her biology classes. Janet Zacchini assists sophomore David Blocker in writing his next story for Spotlight. Bob Burch, Administrative Assis- tant, enjoys his new administra- tive responsibilities. : Teaching: ae ewer Mager, Math, BS, M.Ed. — Fitchburg tate Mrs. Kim Matalavage, Math, BS — MWC Mrs. Mary Alice Merchent, Guidance Director, BA — Emory Henry C., M.Ed. — UVa Mrs. Betty Merrill, Latin, Administrative Assistant Ms. Sherri Morris, Special Ed., BS — JMU Mrs. April Neeble, Special Ed. Aide Mrs. Barbara Newman, Special Ed. Sree Jr., Principal, BA — U of R, .Ed. a Ms. Cynthia Poole, French, BA — Davidson C. Mrs. Beth Ripley, Guidance Secretary Mrs. Denise Robinson, School Secretary Mrs. Louise Roberts, Cafeteria Ms. Mercedes Sais, English, BA — MWC Ms. Julie Scott, Science Mr. H.D. M.E Mr. Richard Serbay, Physical Ed. Ms. Teresa Smith, Food Services Mrs. Janet Sokol, Social Studies, BA — Syracuse U Mrs. Bonnie Stone, Marketing Ed. Mrs. Marie Thomas, Financial Secretary Mrs. Sylvia Thomas, Business, Adminstrative Assistant, BS — Norfolk State, MA — Georgian Court C. Ms. Annette Trificante, Special Ed., BS — U of PA Ms. Linda Trigg, Special Ed., Administrative Assistant Mrs. Billie Tully, Business, BS — Longwood C. Mrs. Claudia Vandermade, Librarian, BA — U of Col., MA — U of Denver Mr. Tom Vassar, Math and Computer, BS — MWC Mrs. Jan White, Orchestra, BA — Arizona State, MA — Arizona State Ms. Mary Wine, Cafeteria Mrs. Norma Woodward, Principal’s Secretary New Faces and New Ideas The teachers worked hard on making the school a better place. There were many new teachers, includ- ing Ms. Smith, Mr. Black- burn, Mrs. Crismon, Mrs. Vandermade, and Miss Cooper. Miss Cooper, not much on publicity, stated, “My favorite part about working at James Monroe is Looking handsome and distin- guished is Mr. Bob Waddell, known for being a social studies teacher, administrative assistant, and morning announcement maker. working with young people.” She also said that she en- joyed the challenge that they gave her. Mrs. Vandermade, the new librarian, enjoyed working with the students although they gave her a hard time. She enjoyed her work and stated, ‘‘I’ll never forget James Monroe or the students.” The faculty did their best to help the student body get a good education. A Touch OF ee Academics were a major role in every student’s life. All those daily averages, homework grades, quizzes, and tests added up every time report cards came around. How we measured our- selves academically appeared at the end of every nine week grad- ing period. To enrich the academic ex- periences, the library not only offered a quiet place to work or study, but a chance to look into some interests one might have. Along with these choices and through the wide range of courses available in such fields — as business, academics, and vocational areas, students were able to obtain a strong feel for what to work towards. All of these ideas, including the qualified and helpful teach- ing staff, combined to make James Monroe an academic force to be reckoned with in the community — providing that the students learned this way with academics. Senior Laura Mathews concentrates on an assignment in Spanish IV class. This assignment was due in by the end of the class period. After school, Kathy Harris, junior, and Jim Fenwick, senior, get ready to go to their extracurricular activities. After school, students wait for the bus to arrive so that they can go home. ee Mrs. Matalavage and seniors Tami Stanton and Anna Sward work on | layouts for the deadline. 4 While waiting for their extracurricular activities, students catch up on the latest gossip. i Mrs. Hawthorne uses the telephone to discuss business between classes. One Week of School The dreaded “Monday Morning” came so fast. The alarm clock rang so that the James Monroe students could get to school by 8:05. The tardy bell rang but, of course, it was Mon- day and they could have sworn that it was still 8:04 when they were marked tardy. Students got to school, started giv- ing vivid descriptions of their weekends to their friends, and got back into their routines, and then Monday did not seem quite so bad. Tuesday came, bringing with it tests, homework, papers, projects, quizzes, and the list went on. Talk of the weekend started drifting away, and the weekend seemed too far off to believe. On Wednesday, students felt better about the week, see- ing that they had made it half way through. Thoughts of the next weekend were starting to come into students minds and gave them something to look forward to. By Thursday, the students could not wait much longer. All of the homework, tests, quizzes, etc. had put a lot of pres- sure on them, and they were ready for a break. Then finally, when they thought they could not wait any longer — Friday arrived, bringing with it two days of sleeping in late, no homework, dates, and freedom from school. For two whole days, students could relax without worrying about school, while they did absolutely nothing — at least until Monday morning. The James Monroe Band attended The North Stafford Band Invitational. Academics Beyond the Classroom James Monroe is one of the highest academic schools in the state of Virginia. During the mock election the students voted for the person they wanted to win the real election. Bush won at our school, as well as in the country’s election. “Bill the cat,” “Mickey Mouse,” and Dukakis also received votes, but all lost. The students felt like they were real citizens of the United States of America. Para-mutual betting (horse racing), won in our school, also. Dramais animportant part of our school curriculum. A lot of the people in drama hoped to be professional actors actresses, and they had gotten off to a good start. When asked why she likes drama, Rosella Sprow stated, “I take drama because it is a field that interests me. Acting just seems to be something natural and fun to me.” While inter- viewing, it was discovered that a lot of the group enjoyed the changing behind stage but that is not why they took drama. Neil Day and Mark Miller both enjoyed acting. The drama class also had an excellent teacher: Ms. Hamway. Natasha McGuire stated, “She teaches very well. She is an excellent teacher and great friend.” Neil Day also agreed she was the best because, “She helps us learn from each other.” RRC ESSN Jack Rose, Jenny Freeman, and Rosella Sprow try to influence Ben How- Pleasing the audience Natasha McGuire and Neil Day perform in son’s vote. The mock election was a popular idea, proven by the voter ‘“Roomers.” turnout. 38 Pog Ms. Sherry Morris, Mrs. Toni Chandler, Ms. Linda Trigg, Mrs. Mary New- eaving Mrs. burch's Spanish II class, Lita Brown, sophomore, Elizabeth man, Ms. Tracy Cooper, and Mrs. April Neeble practice for the lip syne Li Pasto, sophomore, Cindy Eley, sophomore, Robbie Coleman, junior, Michelle Gathers, freshman, and Nadene Byrd, sophomore, are either contest in Ms. Morris’ room. eager to go to their next class or to go back to speaking English. ; ; H | : ; : During the Drama I class, Becky Barnett, Mrs. Marilyn Hamway, Niki Bennett, and Christine Palumbo enjoy their fellow classmates role play- ing. Rhonda Branham, Lamonte Minor, Robin Branham, Teresa Turner, and Diem Trinh file into school. peg On Top of Learning The James Monroe students have always been known for their high academic standards. The standards have been passed on from one student generation to the next. As the students finished school and moved out into the real world, these standards were carried with them. Academics had always been important to the Jayem stu- dent body, especially when it came to competition with other schools. The students showed their academic super- iority over their competition by scoring high on the SAT’s in comparison with the other schools in Virginia as well as in the nation. For verbal scores the Jayem students scored 26 points over the nation’s average and 24 points over Vir- ginia’s average. In Mathematics they scored 11 points over the nation’s average and 15 points over Virginia’s average. James Monroe, also, had the greatest number of tuition students of all the schools in the area. All these things together made James Monroe the best school of the area. Alfonso Brooks, senior, works hard to finish his next project in art class. 90 Beg Craig Zaidman, freshman, shows that he is gifted and talented on the uni- cycle in addition to the classroom. Lamonte Minor, Marqis Hamm, and Todd Gallahan repair a lawnmower in shop class. Curtis Fisher, sophomore, takes a quick glance back before typing his next program. Bronwen Clark and Raymond Slaughter, freshmen, take pointers from Mrs. Zacchini during Journalism II. Tim Carlson, Wallace Christopher, Mike Haynes, and Deryl Minor con- centrate on a science lab. The Fun Side of Acad- emics Gym, Home Ec., and Shop were three fun academic classes. Many people in the tenth grade were happy that this was their last year to take gym, but some will go on to advanced gym. The gym students had fun while exercising off a few extra pounds. Home Ec. was taken by students to prepare themselves for life. They learned how to cook, sew, and care for themselves and others. Shop was taken to prepare the students for working in the carpentry mechanical fields. Most students felt these classes were very rewarding, and that they worked very hard. Students generally enjoyed gym, home ec., and shop classes from beginning to end. Rod Catlett and Bobby Hamilton laugh with Mr. Robinson, a much re- spected shop teacher. Many of the advanced gym students participate in an outside gym activity. They had fun and also stayed in shape. penta Hig es ae ae ] wee % a ee ey om heats . ms ee ees See. oe ee pe ea ak ee Es F. ss ie Le Lopate ae an, ; K sé Baie ait gay he, PY oe ‘ea aes pit Se ee RR Ion SS a gee ale Be a oa Chery] Cooper, President of FHA, talks to former player of The Minnesota Vikings, Keith Norde, at the Baltimore Cluster Meeting. Sophomore Melvin Smith takes time out to lift weights. Rod Catlett and Kevin Washington work on a lawnmower during shop Lamonte Minor, Marquis Hamn, Todd Gallahan, Leon Harris, and Rod Cat- lage lett all cooperate to fix the lawn mower. In the library, senior Janet Skinner relaxes after a long day at school. Martin Thorsted and Rick Starling, seniors, in their study hall, get a head start on the next day’s work. ye In the nook seniors John Jeffress, Ben Howson and Jeff Burkett quickly eat before going on to their next class. “4 Peg ARE YOU ACADEMICALLY INCLINED OR NOT? Danny Howard and his fellow senior, Kim McGlue, get ready for their Christmas holiday. 1. If your friend got tickets for you to go to the U2 concert, which is on the same night that you have to study for Mrs. Zacchini’s English test, would you... (a) go ahead and go knowing that you might fail the test. (b) not go, sit home and pout but get some studying done. (c) you wouldn’t be caught dead at a U2 concert. 2. When you know that a big test is coming up, do you...? (a) study two weeks ahead of time. (b) get a sudden case of the flu on the day of the test. (c) cram the night before the test. 3. True, False or Maybe. You should study continuously in- stead of cramming the night before a test. 4. During class, do you...? (a) give your undivided attention to the teacher. (b) sleep. (c) do your homework for the next class. 5. Match the subject to its teacher: (a) English (b) Algebra I (c) Government (d) P.E. (e) World History (f) French I (1) Mrs. Sokol (2) Mr. Serbay (3) Mr. Waddell (4) Mrs. Zacchini (5) Mrs. Hansen (6) Mrs. Matalavage (17-13) You are definitely the perfect student for every teacher. Straight A’s always come your way! (12-8) You have your days when you can make your share of A’s but there are also days when F’s can be seen every Scores: once and a while. You can be an honor roll student, but (1) a-1; b-3; ¢-2 maybe you'll settle for being the average student, at least (2) a-3; b-1; ¢c-2 for now. (3) True-3; False-1; Maybe-2 (7-0) Is “study” in your vocabulary? or has “party” taken its (4) a-3; b-1; ¢e-2 place? Maybe the words “tutor” or “summer school” will (5) Give yourself one point per correct answer. be heard soon. Try cracking those books! It may work. ' a-4; b-6; c-1; d-2; e-3; f-5 What are the best excuses’? Every day students walked into class and when asked where their homework was, there was always an excuse. As a freshman, their stories were not that good. But with years of practice, the stories got better and better. By the time these students were seniors, they were masters at their “art” and they were able to con just about any teacher. Here are a few classic examples: — “The dog ate it.” — “T left it at home.” — “T did it, but I lost it.” — “T got home late last night.” — “TI did the wrong page.” — “My grandmother died and the family had to go to the funeral.” — “Cosby was on last night.” Neil Day, Bekah Bill, April Sessions, Rosella Sprow, and Mark Reynolds presented their play, “Roomers,” to the school during seventh period in November. 6 peg “ ra ¢ Being a student at Jayem had its problems. Probably, the | biggest problem of all was the bell. It was everyone’s enemy throughout their high school years. During the week, get- | ting from class to class was literally a “race against the | clock,” and not everyone made it. At least once a day, a person could observe a student try- | ing to convince his or her teacher that he or she really | did have a good excuse for being tardy. Some of these ex- | cuses were true but usually the other 99% were not. So, you | decide — What were the best excuses for being tardy? | — “T accidentally walked into the wrong class.” : — “T couldn’t get my locker open.” : — “T couldn’t find my book homework.” — “T had to use the bathroom.” — “My car the bus broke down.” — “There was a good fight in the hall.” — “TI dropped my books in the hall.” — “T fell asleep in my locker.” Natasha McGuire, Christine Palumbo, and Sarah Stein show off what they learned in drama class during “Roomers.” Their play was a big success. Sarah Stein and Christine Palumbo converse about health food during the play, ‘““Roomers.”’ During “Roomers,” Jesse Jennings does his Hari Krishna routine, while Rosella Sprow tries not to laugh. Matt Hooper narrates the “Pardoner’s Tale” during first semester. Many English classes attended this performance. sigs, NSN icine 1 ete Aare et ap aR Organized Chaos Freshmen Bekah Bill, Bronwen Clark, April Price, and Danielle Czahor look on as Denise Harris sends the ball skyward during 3rd period P.E. From room 201, Mr. George Cralle’s trigonometry formulas emanated. Students commented that Mr. Cralle taught well but quickly. Some look happier than others after Mrs. Matalavage’s third period Algebra I exam. Pictured are Adam Phelps, Liam Desanto, Phil Hayes, Kofi Johnson, and Brandi Spurling. ' Russell Kocsh observes Brian Fletcher using his creativity, while fresh- ' man Ryan Kelsey stares down the camera. 1 | ' | ' : } Freshmen Susie Thorsted and Lisa Waddell pay attention in drama class as Taylor Greenup daydreams in the background. Students participate actively and listen intently to Mr. Calloway’s lecture. Jennifer Ashley seemed to enjoy driver’s ed. ae (} s teres : a 4°, ; ee Pa cal , 3 aN 5 of cho +) (ace ae ae ee . wR Ge Jackets! a) | ey A touch ej i ey Sports Hanging in the gym there was a large sign titled ‘‘The Sports- man Creed.” The last part of it stated that we were to re- member at all times, we repre- sented our school. The thought was to remain with students as they walked outside the school doors and onto the playing field. Our football team was one to be proud of. With the changes and loss of players our varsity football team played many hard fought games. “The pressure was on considering having won two state championships in a row,’ stated senior Alfonso Brooks. Many people agreed with the statement that Alfonso Brooks had quoted. The junior varsity football team had an overall productive year. Hockey played a hard fought year. Varsity hockey, although having a tough battle, learned something from the experience. Junior varsity hockey played a great season. The experience the JV team earned will benefit the team next year. The girls basketball team placed second in districts. The year went by witha positive atti- tude possessed by all. Great job Lady Jackets. Our teams represent the school as a whole. The seasonal sports went by without a hitch, moving from football to track to soccer to tennis. Congratula- tions to all. Martin Van Lear, senior, puts his heart into the race. Running up to par, he consistently outruns other competitors. (Courtesy of the Free Lance- Star). -_- , ; Tyler Harding, Keller Williams, Rick Starling, Torre Van Lear, Morton Bach, Mark Miller, Tom Bennett, Jason Bill, Tom Clare, and John Warlick shone in the sun as well as in the district. Coach Calloway talks to Libbie Farmer about the game as she refreshes herself with a Diet Coke. Sophomore Tom Bennett practices his backhand in preparation for the upcoming match. Rick Starling and his shadow, seeing the ball coming, ready themselves for the stroke. | Jacket Racquet The girls’ tennis team had a good year; they played hard and it paid off. The star player for the team was Jenni- fer Edge, graduate. The next in rank _was Libbie Farmer, senior, and follow- ing along were Maria Haglin, grad- uate, Sherry Meyer, senior, Amy Sokol, graduate, and Jenny Freemen, junior. The girls won the districts as a team and all singles lost except for Jennifer Edge. Both she and Libbie won doubles. In fact, the girls were un- defeated. The boys’ tennis team had a spectac- Libbie Farmer, Sherry Meyer, and Jenny Free- man are ranked in the top six on JM’s ladder. ular season. They were undefeated with thirty-eight victories. The boys’ team made it to the semi-finals in re- gionals. They won districts five years in a row and also went on to make second in the Stafford-Invitationals. The top players were Keller Williams, graduate, Rick Starling, senior, Morton Bach, graduate, and Tyler Harding, senior. Both of these teams had great seasons and really showed what school spirit is. Mark Miller swings hard to hit the ball back to his opponent. pee 105 Once again the Jayem golf team upheld their winning tradition. The team ended up the year with a record of 9-1 in the District with a loss to Cul- peper, and an overall record of 9-2. Leading the team were Ross Cash and Matt Tobin. Freshman Hunter Cherwek runs fast, especially for such a hot day. SWING IN There was also a surprise addition to the team this year: the arrival of the Gaffney brothers, John, Chris, and Lin- coln. Golf coach Mr. Millard Thomas was proud of the entire team’s perfor- mance throughout the year. The team capped off the season with a District Coach Calloway goes over strategies with his runners before a meet. title, Region II title, and 4th in the STATE tournament. Senior Martin Thorsted and his brother, junior Mark Thorsted, compete in districts. Senior Angela Howard stretches before a meet and junior Judith Schor wishes her good luck. a | | - Junior John Gaffney happens to look up when his _ picture is being taken on the practice field. Racing to Victory — title The cross country team had a total of 21 runners. The boys’ team, with 15 runners, had one 1st place win against Orange and Caroline, four 2nd place wins against area teams, and two 38rd place wins. The girls’ team, with 6 runners, only par- ticipated in two meets but came in Ist against King George by one point and came in 2nd place against Louisa. The boys’ team had an opportunity to attend the All District meet against nine area teams and the Jacket team placed 4th. One girl, Angela Howard, was able to attend and she placed 14th. Mart Van Lear had an outstanding year. Competing in Districts, he placed 1st, and this was Mart’s 4th year attending All Dis- trict. He placed 2nd in Regionals and this was his 4th year also competing in All Re- Senior Matt Tobin follows through his drive and is pleased with where his shot landed. gionals. Mart was able to go to All State for the 2nd year and placed 8th. The rest of the boys’ team was Marcus Pomeroy, Mark Thorsted, Martin Thors- ted, Hunter Cherwek, Neil Day, Tyler Har- ding, Rob Ayres, Ron Rackey, Bill Keller, Phil Harding, John Conway, Brian McKeown, Jason Ayres, and Mark Miller. The girls’ team was Angela Howard, Judith Schor, April Price, Rebekah Bill, and Mellisa Renninger. With such an agreeable season the cross country team represented JM with class and pride. John Gaffney, Chris Witzke, Matt Tobin, Bene- dict Muirheid, Lincoln Gaffney, Lewis Fickett, Chris Gaffney, Ross Cash: the District and Re- gional Champion Golf team. Junior Tina Slaughter lines up her iron to chip- shot onto the green. Pedi 107 Speaking to their coach, Mary Rooney, Joanne Catherine Tierney, junior, lines up with her op- Ware and Schericka Gaskins talk about the race ponents. They awaited the beginning of the long | ahead. They both ran their hardest in the race. race ahead. 4 | 4 oki me bit he tet wée Senior Alfonso Brooks stretches out before the next meet while Warren Lewis, junior, gets. psyched up. They both made a good long-distance throw. 108 peg Joanne Ware, sophomore, flies high over the hur- idles at the district meet. She had a great perfor- mance. Spinning around, Dian Witter, junior, makes a fantastic throw from the cage. She had a great season overall. Bill Keller, senior, gives it his all from start to finish. He ran well for the Jackets. Running Ahead Of The Class nder the direction of head coach Dennis Keffer, assis- tant Nick Nichols and coaches Mary Rooney, Darrell Earman, and Mike Roadcap, the Track and Field team had a great season. Among the runners on the team were Bill Keller, senior, Dian Wit- ter, junior, Joanne Ware, sophomore, Mart Van Lear, senior, Eric Bates, graduate, Alfonso Brooks, senior, and Warren Lewis, junior. Overall, the team did well against their opponents. Three members of the team stood out as being exceptionally talented and were recognized as giving their all in every meet. Three individuals placed high enough in the district to go on to state. Mart Van Lear, Eric Bates, and Joanne Ware all went to state and ran well for the team. The team won districts, placed second in the region, and placed third in the state. Peg 1 The varsity baseball team was a strong competitor in the Battlefield District. The team improved by two games in their record. The scores were extremely close in the losses they had but they just couldn’t pull it out in the end. Eric Noakes proved to be an asset to the team with his pitching and bat- ting skills. Larry Trout led the team in hits and R.B.I.’s and he also was a strong defensive player in the field. The varsity players walk to the dugout after a team meeting. The meetings paid off as was evi- dent. The team watches intensely at a play on the field. Wihgihg with Class Larry was noted saying, ‘“‘We’ve turned the baseball team around, but we have a long way to go.”’ Many of the players were moved up from junior varsity and contributed positively to the team’s ef- fort. Junior Varsity The junior varsity team didn’t do as well as the Varsity team. Their record was poor but their spirits were high. Mark Reynolds said, “At the beginning of the season the team was kind of chaotic but around the end of the sea- son we started pulling together as a real team.” Being a young team was hard work but they had lots of practice and determination. All in all, both teams realized that working together and having a positive attitude pays off | in the long run. Coach Rich Serbay ponders over starting line up for today’s game. He worked his players hard and it paid off in the end. By, ; b ENONTS YA ., i —— Wane 2 ° eile Front: Kevin O’Toole, Chad Randall, Eric Trout, Andy Withers, Eric Noakes. Standing: Calvin Ware, Chris Witzke, Larry Trout, Chris Peyton, Ross Cash. EEE oftball Perseverance Pays Off The softball team had a decent sea- son this year. They were 5-6 overall. Many of the players think that they did better than last year. They will prob- ably do better next year considering that they only lost one player. The team lost the first four games of the season. Coach Denise Henderson and assistant coach Mary Crismon then switched around everyone’s positions and they then started being aggres- sive. That move paid off. Janet Skinner made DH Second Team. Second Team short stop was Teresa Grant. Teresita Grant made second team catcher and Jennifer Jones made first team center- field. The team went on to tie with Cul- peper for 4th all District. Tammie Coghill, Jasmine Caster, and Rhonda Felton talk about the game coming up. Jennifer Jones anxiously waits for the ball to reach her. pression corenssere tin Jennifer Jones looks up hoping the catcher misses the ball and she will not be out. Michelle Morley, Kim Faulconer, Janet Skinner, Julie Amadori, Jasmine Caster, Teresita Grant, Tammie Coghill, and Nicole Gowdy prepare for the softball game against Spotsylvania. Hockey players discuss their actions in the first half of the game and hope to continue their good play in the second half. The discussion resulted in a 3-1 win against the King George Foxes. Sophomore Dianna Blair makes an attack to- wards her opponent in order to get possession of the ball. id og A-BOOG-A-DA, BOOG-A-DA, BOOG-A-DA, HA-HA-HOCKEY'!!! FIELD HOCKEY Sept. 6 Culpeper Away 8 Courtland Home 13 Stafford Home 4:00 us Spotsylvania Away 20 Caroline Home 22 Chancellor Away Zu King George Home 29 Culpeper Home Oct. 4 Courtland Away 6 N. Stafford Away 4:00 11 Spotsylvania Home 13 Caroline Away 18 Chancellor Home 20 King George Away Non District Games ere the terror begins! This year’s Varsity hockey team was led by captains Libbie Farmer and Mary Sladd Shelhorse and J.V. coach from last year, Elizabeth O’Toole. This was an adjustment for the team because of a new coach. The season started out strong with the defeat of rival Culpeper. However the team went slightly down hill towards the middle of the season because of in- juries to goalie Janet Skinner and half- back Dianna Blair. With Janet being the only goalie, J.V. goalie Jessica Hallberg took her place. Janet did come back with only two games left in the season. The team was led by seniors Betsy Atkinson, Libbie Farmer, Kim Faul- coner, Donna Krauss, Liz Lucey, Stephanie Mann, Jill Miller, Courtney Murphy, Ellen Sease, Mary Sledd Shelhorse, and Janet Skinner. The rest of the team was comprised of five ju- niors, one sophomore, and one fresh- man. Voted to the All-District teams were three-year starter Mary Sledd Shelhorse, junior starter Catherine Tiereny, and freshman Sarah Scott. The J.V. team, led by new coach Ms. Donna Novak, also had a strong sea- son. Under co-captains Christie Harold and Ashley Rosebrook, the team im- proved throughout the entire year, proving to be one of the toughest young teams in the area to beat. Towards the end of the season both varsity and J.V. teams, with skills, team spirit, and aggressiveness, be- came tough teams. Freshman Jessica Hallberg looks on, ready for the ball to come from the attack. es Bs Os a igee's y's diiibeos 4 ay Senior Libbie Farmer makes a vertical pass to make an attempt towards the goal cage. Fresh- man Sarah Scott looks on. Seer eye tame, nr uamaea tian” A Captains, Seniors Mary Sledd Shelhorse and Libbie Farmer, meet with the referees to discuss the rules for the game. Dh oy Senior Steve Hall maneuvers the ball to avoid a Caroline defender. Steve was a starter for the team this season. Mike Martindale, senior, races to beat the ball before it reaches the sideline. Soccer players Aaron Nicholas, Brett Raftery, Pete Thompson, Bayron Cisneros, Ryan Light- ner, and Rich Lightner leave the field during halftime. The team got much encouragement from their coach Mr. Simonpetri. Junior Rich Lightner jumps to deflect the ball away from an opposing player. 116 peng _ This season was J.M.’s first shot at soccer. With the help of Mr. Simonpetri, the new team was formed. Throygh weeks of practice the players im- proved, but more importantly the team improved. The Jackets finished the season with a 5 win, 5 loss record. The Kickin’ Scoreboard Soccer Orange Spotsylvania King George Culpeper Caroline pee RA Wr Wr group was said to have had ‘“‘more spirit and teamwork” as the season progressed, reported one player. The team expects to have many returning members, and a winning upcoming season. a Le eof Orange 4 JIM 5 Spotsylvania 1 JIM 4 King George 1 JM 10 Culpeper 3 a Mee a2 Caroline 5 Goalie Charles Pasto returns the ball to his front line. Senior Adam Clingenpeel watches in awe. Marcus Pomeroy, senior, dribbles the ball away from the opposition. Marcus was one of the top scorers for the team this season. Emmanuel Symiou, sophomore, charges to score on a breakaway. The 1988 Jayvee football team had a good season this year. Although the team only won three of their nine games, they played hard and never lost hope. Considering that many of the team’s much needed players were injured during the season, the team played well. They triumphed over Chancellor (33-6), Stafford (30-6), and King George (34-6). The Jayvee team consisted of: Mel- vin Smith, Mike Haynes, Billy Sum- mers, Derick Byrd, Joby Coakley, Kenyata Keyes, Eric Trout, Emman- uel Symiou, Geoff Mann, Wallace Chris- 118 Bog Drop, Kick, Punt topher, Bucky Staples, John Bostic, Knuckles Turner, Billy Errico, Troy Roach, John Wissle, Ryan Lightner, Ryan Kelsey, Josh Jeffress, Derryll Minor, Andr e Mohead, Chad Stanley, Michael Razzouk, Tee Hicks, Brett Raftery, Justin Wilson, John Zaloudek, Randall Ross, Lajuan Edwards, Steve Likens, Matt Pisenti, Jesse Jennings, Cornelius Pratt, Liam Desanto, Ray- mond Slaughter, Steve Mohead, Pat- rick Owens, Chris Collins, Mark Reynolds, Aaron Nicolas, and B.J. Campbell. Eric Trout, linebacker tightend, was one of the team’s co-captains. —— | - Emmanuel Symiou and Tee Hicks, sophomores, | were two of the Junior Varsity football players _ that moved up to play with the Varsity. _ Sophomore Joby Coakley awaits his next J.V. _ football game. a Chancellor Caroline Culpeper Orange Courtland Spotsy Stafford Louisa King George 6 22 6 12 27 393 6 52 Nobroken bones, no bruises as the team has just 6 been given their uniforms. Derick Byrd, quarterback, had a successful sea- son and was the only freshman playing on varsity. Jayem kicks off to their opponents, Spotsylvania, in another hard-fought game. Peg iv Mike Rakes, junior, catches one in the end zone. This was his big touchdown in the Spotsylvania game. Tackling The season Training began in early August dur- ing the hottest days of the summer. Players trudged to practice every morning to get psyched up for their first game against Stafford. JM fans crowded into the stadium to cheer on the team. Tension increased as the game was tied and went into overtime. Disappointment set in as Stafford scored the winning field goal. Al- though the team was disappointed about the loss of the first game, they fought back to win the Chancellor game. The rest of the season was up and down and ended in 5 wins and 5 losses. The team may not have continued their winning streak from last year but they will always be “Taking Care of Business.” Coach Serbay talks to his team during a time out. He gave them advice about the next play. Coach Serbay gives instructions to the team. He coached the team to victory many times. lai tes i r ee Py The Jackets devoted fans cheer the team on to victory. They were always there to help the team. Greg Gonzales, 60, Mike Rakes, 3, Tate Wash- ington, 1, and Tripp Viverette, 53, come off the field during the Homecoming game. The Jackets went on to triumph over Spotsylvania 21-0. Darrell Durante, fullback and defensive end, and Glen Lanford, quarterback, practice before a game. Glen handed off for a 33 blast before their home game at Maury Stadium. (courtesy of Free Lance-Star). Al Brooks, 72, waits for a pass while the Jackets play Courtland. Even though Jayem encoun- tered a loss, the team came backin the next game to play a 7-6 victory over Louisa. (courtesy of Free Lance-Star). 18, Glen Lanford, supports the Jacket defense _ while resting on the sidelines. During this sea- son, he threw 8 touchdowns. (courtesy of Free Lance-Star.) Coach Richard Serbay cheers the Jayem Varsity team into a five to five season. (courtesy of Free Lance-Star.) Mike Rakes, receiving a punt for Jayem, “jukes” out a defensive player for the Chanceller Charg- ers. This play aided in the win of James Monroe over Chanceller. 4 ae 4 : ye r Playing To Potential The varsity football team had a good season. Their record was 5-5 for the year. With help from key players Tate Washington, wide receiver; Mike Rakes, wide receiver defensive back; Darrell Durante, defensive end fullback; Larry Trout, tight end; Eric Noakes, wide receiver defensive back; Richard Christopher, defensive back; Shawn Williams, running back; and the rest of the team made their mark on the season. Although the team did not play as well as they did last year, they de- feated many teams; they defeated Chancellor, 41-15; Caroline, 21-0; Or- ange, 16-7; Spotsylvania, 21-0; and Louisa, 7-6. For the season the team scored 136 points and allowed only 103 from their opponents. Leading in scoring was Shawn Williams, senior; he ran for 6 touchdowns and received one for a total of 42 points. Rich Lightner, junior, scored 24 points for the team with 4 field goals and 12 extra points. Senior Al Brooks helped the team with his total of 92 tackles, 49 of which were unassisted. SCOREBOARD JM 10 Stafford 1g JM 10 Chancellor 15 AY CoE Caroline 0 JM. 6 Culpeper 12 JM 16 Orange i MS S2t Spotsy 0 JIVE 0 Courtland 28 JM | Louisa 6 IMT KG ta OM 27 Osbourn 9 SHOOTING FOR THE WIN ur girls’ basketball team this year was outstanding. As Tammie Coghill stated, “This is definitely one of the best seasons that I have had since I have been on the varsity basketball team. We had a mature team this year.”’ Tammie Coghill scored a total of two hundred and twenty-one points this season. Tammie made honorable men- tion for first team all district. Lori Danielson, the girls’ basketball coach, made the team practice hard so they could do their best at each game. When asked what she thought about the season, Lori Danielson said, “Great season, best season since I’ve been coaching here. I’m very proud of our team and the accomplishments that we achieved this year... I’msadtosee the season coming to an end and especially to see the seniors go. We had a great, fun season.” Teresa Grant made first team all dis- trict. She scored two hundred and ninety points during the season and stated, ‘““‘Compared to the past years this year’s team is very experienced.” Jennifer Jones said, “I am glad to have been on a winning team for my last year in school.” On November 5, 1988, Jayem played Culpeper at Walker Grant. Unfortu- nately we lost: 46-63. That put us in sec ond place in the Battlefield District. 47 37 dl 40 36 27 38 50 35 34 41 48 Jayem — Chancellor Jayem — Caroline Jayem — Culpeper Jayem — Orange Jayem — Spotsylvania Jayem — Courtland Jayem — Louisa Jayem — King George Jayem — Chancellor Jayem — Caroline Jayem — Culpeper Jayem — Orange Jayem — Spotsylvania Jayem — Courtland Jayem — Louisa Jayem — King George Jayem — Spotsylvania Jayem — Culpeper Jayem — Osbourn Jennifer Jones, Teresita Grant, and Tangela Wallace walk towards the sidelines at half- time. Tangela Wallace races to make a shotin the game against Spotsylvania. Close on her heels are Teresa Turner, Teresita Grant, and Jennifer Jones. Teresa Grant prepares to make a foul shot. ane MOLL - . ¥ Tammie Coghill makes the shot in our play off game against Spotsylvania as Anna Sward and Tangela Wallace block for her. We won the game 43-42. Mr. Northern presents Tammie Coghill with honorable mention certificate, lst district team. Coach Lori Danielson wraps Tammie Coghill’s leg for shin splints. She gives the team a before- game lecture while doing so. Playing Hardball nce again the varsity basketball team had to compete in a tough Battle- field district. The Jackets had to play a little harder in order to gain recogni- tion among local teams in their divi- sion. Along with a few new members came a new leader, Coach Mike Trant, who brought new methods and ideas to the group, and assistant coach Mike Roadcap. Jayem also practiced everyday after school in the new Walker Grant gym. Together, this new combination promised to bring a suc- cessful season. The team started off the season winning their first two games against Stafford, an old rival, and Chancellor, the newest member to Pie 126 egy the division. Just as Jayem began to gain some confidence, they suffered a few defeats. One tremendous achieve- ment for the seniors was the defeat of Courtland, at Courtland. Despite the rocky, up and down season, the team consisted of many individually tal- ented players. Standouts were seniors Matt Tobin, Taiwan Jones, Richard Christopher, Glen Lanford, Chris Car- ter, Corey Dawson, and Ross Cash. Together with juniors Tate Wash- ington, Benedict Muirhied and Mike Brooks and freshman Derick Byrd the team played hard the entire season and left the court with dignity, having a final record of 8-12. Coach Trant instructs the team to be more aggressive, after the first quarter. Glen Lanford, a senior, throws up a three pointer before the second half of the Stafford game. Senior Richard Christopher looks for the ball during an intense warmup. | Senior Taiwan Jones leaps in determination to. make a lay-up. Taiwan was one of the leading scorers for the team this season. ' . ; ) | t Assistant coach, Mike Roadcap, and head coach, Mike Trant, observe the team’s warmup prior to the opening game. The team went on to defeat the Indians. Chris Carter, a senior, concentrates on shooting a perfect foul shot. Darrell Durante tries to get around defending players. Corey Dawson sinks a solid two against the In- Coach Trant gives the last instructions tol dians. Corey was one of the leading scorers. Taiwan Jones and Matt Tobin before the game) starts. 128 peagl Se A Class Above Although the record does not show it, the J.V. basketball team, both players and coach, learned a lot this season. The effort of both coach and team paid off in the second half of the season when the J.V. Jackets played virtually even with every foe except one. Three of their games were decided by as few as five points. The players developed a respect for Coach Haynes. Four regular players, Olatungi (Knuckles) Turner, Joby Coakley, Mark Miller, and John Blackmon agreed that their Sopho- Coach Haynes gives Mark Miller, Knuckles Turner and John Blackmon his motivating advice for the night’s game. His words were al- ways a big help. more year was fun as well as a good learning experience. All of them said they looked forward to carrying these good lessons into their varsity careers. As for Coach Haynes, he had a knack for making practice and the road trips more fun. He gained the admiration of his players, and, in turn, enjoyed coaching our J.V.B.B.Y.J.’s. Mark Miller inbounds a good pass despite a Knights’ defensive effort. Knuckles Turner evades two Culpeper defenders for an outstanding shot. John Blackmon fights two Knight defenders for ball possession late in the game. The quick turn over by Laujan Edwards is aided by Knuckles Turner. peg i� A Class Within Itself During the past year the Cheerleaders spent much of their time practicing at least twice a week and making spirit banners to cheer on the boys football and basketball teams. With their hard work and dedica- tion, the cheerleaders of “88” and “89” upheld the spirit of James Monroe High. Also, this past season there were two new cheerleading sponsors: Miss Tr igg and Mrs. Crismon. One couldn’t miss the two 130 pag because either Miss Trigg was decked out in orange and black or Mrs. Crismon was standing in the hallway with her demerit pad making sure everyone had on the cor- rect uniform for that day. They were great sponsors who did an excellent job getting tights, pom poms, and letters. They even raised money by selling socks and hand- kerchiefs for these items. Varsity Basketball Cheerleading: lst row: Tiffany Jones, Kimber Richardson. 2nd row: Keisha Carter, Paula Young, Tara May, Dian Witter, Molly Tully, Lisa Smith, Rayna Brown. Sponsor Miss Trigg points to Mrs. Crismon and says, “Don’t you take a picture of mein this outfit and show off my fat arms and legs.” Varsity football cheerleaders, including seniors _ Molly Tully, Tiffany Bryant and junior Vicki Fink, discuss what pyramid would be appro- — priate for the school yearbook, while senior | Jennifer Mann, and juniors Kathy Harris, — Teresa Bolick, and Claiborne Ashby look on. | ; : Senior Tiffany Jones and junior Kim Richardson share a laugh during a cheer at a basketball game. This was Kim Richardson’s first year on varsity as co-captain and Tiffany Jones second year on varsity but first year as captain. Sophomore Paige Perkins leads a cheer while at ECA cheerleading camp. Freshmen Jessica Hallberg, Carey Albertine, and Danielle Czahor follow along with her. Juniors Kathy Harris, Vicki Fink, and Teresa Bo- lick pose for a quick picture between cheers dur- ing a cold Friday night football game. J.V. Football Cheerleaders: Ist row: Shelly Seitz, Polly Fields. 2nd row: Becky Lafferty, Paige Per- kins, Sarah Stein, May Pitchford. 3rd row: Amy Brumfield, Schericka Gaskins, Jan House. THE PERFECT STY LE The gymnastics team consisted of senior Sherry Meyer, juniors Teresa Bolick, Vicki Fink, sophomore Kelly Green, and freshmen Karis Temple and Danielle Czahor. The gymnastics coach, Renee Em- brey, said there were some new faces added, the most notable being fresh- man Danielle Czahor. The gymnastics team faced a tough district competition because of the re- turn of Courtland and the addition of chancellor to the Battlefield District. They had a successful season, ending up 3-2 in the district and 4-3 overall. Strong performance came from senior Sherry Meyer and junior Teresa Bo- lick, team captain. They advanced to regional competition. Sherry Meyer shows perfect performing style on the floor at Hugh Mercer. ‘ itaen,, his Sherry Meyer prepares for her dismount off the unevens. Vicki Fink is performing on the uneven bars at Hugh Mercer. 132 Seog lst row: Melissa Renniger (former member), Sherry Meyer, Teresa Bolick, Renee Embrey (coach). 2nd row: Cyndi Jones (former member), Vicki Fink, Kelly Green, Danielle Czahor, Laura Matthews (former member). Vicki Fink performs well during her floor routine at the State Meet in Woodbridge. ei Nes ae HPO Petia, As an audience, community supporters came to sporting events or performances of sorts. We appreciated the support when it came to games of great meaning or events such as the Lip Sync. To these people we take our hats off and salute. Many students chose to par- take in community events by getting together and going places. Some met up at the mall or even at a friend’s house. Everyone got together, talked, saw movies, or chose to walk downtown. Parents play an important role by being involved. Some made donations to the cheer- leaders by buying socks. The — parents also chose to be involved by coming to open house or teacher conference night. It was obvious that with everyone working together as one the year went by smoothly. The effort was by everyone to make this year what it was. The Christian Church Disciples of Christ is just one of the many sights downtown. With the fall § foliage it was even more spectacular. Vi fi Aj} a MH VENI) Intently studying in the library are Elmer Sharp, Tom Kazenske, and Brandon Votta. Robert Williams and Ahrenis Walker pose for a quick picture before leaving school. ( ; ETTING FROM GIVIN Our school has taken part in a number of activities outside of the school. Key Club, for instance, raked leaves for people in the community and they collected canned foods for the hungry. The Key Club is “a group of fine young men who help the community strive for excellence in every day life,” as Glen Lanford stated. The Key Club has also shoveled snow, cleaned hotels, and helped senior citizens. The National Honor Society sponsored the Blood Mobile. A number of students liked the idea and donated much needed blood. Thanks to those who helped. The community has given James Monroe a lot of support by buying different items from students at different times throughout the year. Thanks to both the community and students. You have much “class.” = a ; Hunter Moore, senior, shows some of his creativity on the weekend. Christie Harold, Polly Fields, Jessica Hallberg, Taylor Greenup, and Ashley Rosebrook have an afternoon discussion while waiting for rides. 136 peg | B PR Me Football receives incredible community support. Schericka Gaskins and Sarah Stein support their school in curricular and extracurricular activities. —aaQaaaS aeriacoin. 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FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA 22404 (703) 371-2907 Junior Vincent Collier shows a quick grimace after a hot afternoon outdoors. Senior Directory Johanna Adams: Orchestra 8th- 11th, 12th secretary, Cheerleading 10th, SADD 10th-12th, Latin Club 109th, French Club 10th-11th Internship at Dahlgren 12th, Gov- ernor’s school — computer, Na- tional Honor’s Society 11th-12th, Senior Musical Orchestra 9-10, 12th. Raye Anne Altwardt: French Club 9th, 11th, DECA 12th. Julie Amadori: Freshman Class Secretary, Marching Band 9th, Band 8-9th, All-Regional Band 9th, Orchestra 9, 10th, — Treasurer 11, 12th, SCA Representative 10th, Junior Class Council 11th, National Honor’s Society 11, 12th — Pres- ident 12th. Senior Class Vice- President, Softball 11, 12th, French Club 10th. Eric Armstead: Orchestra 8-12th, Monroe Singers 9-12th, Regional Chorus 9-12th, All-Virginia Chorus lith, U.S. National Chorus 11th, Spanish Club 11, 12th, Track 10, 12th, Manager V. Football 8-12th, Senior Class Planning Council, Homecoming Court 12th, Senior Class Play 8-12th, Workshop Chorus 9th. Elizabeth C. Atkinson: J.V. Gym- nastics 8th. SCA 8th; Gymnastics, SCA 8, J.V. Hockey 9,10, French Club 9,10, SCA 9, SADD 9-11, Young Republicans 10-12, Latin Club 11, Varsity Hockey 11,12, Spotlight 11- Ne. Robby Ayers: Cross Country, Soc- cer, German Club, Key Club, Youth Group, Young Republicans. Kyle Baker: Baseball 8-12, Football 8, Spanish Club 11, Art Club 11, VICA 11. Lara Battista: Drama 10,11, Year- book Staff 11-12, Editor 12. Kathy Benser: French Club 9-11, SADD 9-11, Orchestra 8-12, Com- munity Orchestra 11, Softball 9-10 Manager 11, Young Republicans. Rhonda Branham: Girl’s Basket- ball Manager, Member of FBLA, Member of FHA. Jane ,Brewster: Orchestra 8-9, FBLA, Track, Guidance Aid 12. Tiffany Bryant: French Club 8-9, Cheerleading 9-12, Spanish Club 10- 12, Teenage Republicans 11-12. Tonya Bundy: Baseball Manager 9, Homecoming Court 12, FBLA 12. Jeff Burkett: Spanish Club 9,10,11,12, Teenage Republicans 11, Key Club 11-12, Cross Country 11, SADD 11,12, Teenage Republicans 123 Lisa Cannedy: Mixed Chorus 10, Girl’s Chorus 11, President of FHA 12, FBLA 12. Chris Carter: Basketball 9-12, Soc- cer 11-12, Tennis 10, Cross Country 11, German Club 9-11, Key Club 11- 12, VA. Math League 9-12. Ross Cash: Baseball 8-12, Golf 8-12, Basketball 9-12, Key Club 10-12, Spanish Club 10-12, Chamber Strings 8-12. Monica Chaffee: Cross Country 8- 11, Softball 9-10. Cliff Chandler: Football 8, Wres- tling 8, SADD 9, Soccer 11,12. Richard Christopher: Orchestra, Men’s Chorus, Football, Basketball. Adam Clingenpeel: French Club 9- 11, SADD 9-12, Cross Country 9-11, Tennis 9, Soccer 11-12, Indoor Track 10, Track 10, Young Republicans 11- 12. Tammie Coghill: Girl’s Basketball 9-12, Spanish Club 9-12, Homecom- ing Court 10-12, Softball 9-12, FBLA 12, Track 10-12. Susan Curry: Band 8-12, Monroe Singers 10-12, French Club 8-9, Spanish Club 10-12, Young Repub- licans 11. Libbie Farmer: GAA 8, FCA 8, SCA Represenative 8, French Club 8, J.V. Hockey and Tennis 8, SCA 9, FCA 10, Prom Princess 11, Junior Planning Council 11, Homecoming Court 12, Teenage Republicans 12, Spanish Club 12. Jim Fenwick: Track 8-9, Football 8- 12, Civil Air Patrol 8-9, French Club 12, Teenage Republicans 11,12. Senior Hunter Moore shows his Mardi Graw spirit. Thomas Gainer: Art 10-12, Basilisk 10-12. Marti Gonzales: Forensics 11,12, NHS 12, French Club 9-11, Thespian Society 11,12, Young Republicans 11,12, Fredericksburg Players 9-11, District Chorus 11. Teresa Grant: Basketball 8-12, Soft- ball 10-12, Spanish Club, FHA. Teresita Grant: 8th Grade Basket- ball, J.V. Basketball 9, Varsity Basketball 10-12, Varsity Softball 10-12, Orchestra 8-12, Spanish Club 1123 Stephen Hall: Varsity Track 9, Var- sity Soccer 11-12, French Club 10- 12, SADD 11, Regional Governor’s School 10. Carter Hansen: Senior Planning Council 12, Boy’s State Representa- tive, Varsity Football 11-12, J.V. Football 11-12, J.V. Football 9-10, Key Club 10-12, V.P. Key Club. Eunis Harris: Track Manager 10, Mixed Chorus 10, FBLA 11, Pom- Pomspile Carol Ann Hart: Drama, Art Paint- ing, Food Service, Me, Life Skills and Management, Mixed Chorus, Office Aid, Pre-Vocational. Amy Herndon: Yearbook Staff 10- 12, Softball 9-12, Broadcast Club 12, SADD 9-12, Spanish Club 9-12, Young Republicans 11,12, Young Democrats and Independents 10. Angie Howard: Track 9-12, Cross Country 10-12. Monica Johnson: FBLA 11-12, Pom- Poms 11-12 and 10th also. Shiron Johnson: Pom-Poms 9, FBLA 11, Drama 10, Thespian 10, French Club 9. Jennifer Jones: Softball 9-12, Basketball 10-12, FBLA 11-12, Chorus 8,9,11-12. John Jones: Art Club 11-12. Tiffany Jones: J.V. Cheerleader 10, FBLA 11-12, Class Rep. 11. Dierdre Jurgins: Spanish Club 8-9, Cheerleading 10, Yearbook 10, French Club 11, Field Hockey 11, French Club 12, Spotlight 12, Young Democrats and Independents. Bill Keller: Spanish Club 9, FBLA 10, Spanish Club 10,11, Cross Countnyeliewirackw irs Gr0cs Country 12, Stage Crew on Senior Play 12. Theodore King: J.V. Baseball 8, Marching Band 9, Concert Band 9, Seniors Casey Green and Jeff Bur- kett direct their attention to a movie in Ms. Sais’ English class. J.V. Baseball, J.V. Football 10, Con- cert Band, Marching Band, Varsity Baseball 11, Marching Band, Con- cert Band, Varsity Baseball 12. Donna Krauss: J.V. Hockey 10, Var- sity Hockey 11,12. Charlie Lacher: Buckeye High School Wrestling 9, Orange County High School Latin Club 10, Weight Lifting 11. Glen Lanford: Young Republicans 8,9,10, SCA 8,9,10,11, Spanish Club 9-12, Key Club 9-11, 12th President, J.V. Football 9,10 Captain, J.V. Basketball 9,10 Captain, J.V. Base- ball 8-10, Captain, Varsity Basket- ball 11, Varsity Football 11,12, 32-45 Club 9-12. Soo Lee: German Club, Forensics, Christian Support Group, Basilisk 10, Forensics, French Club 11, Forensics 12. Liz Lucey: SCA Rep. 8, SCA rep 9, SADD 10, Senior Planning Council, Latin Club 12. Ruben M. Luna Jr.: Concert Band 1, French Club 1-4, WWEB Radio 1-2, Students helping students 1-2, Gold Key Society 2, Jazz Ensemble 2, Twelfth Night 2, What You Will 2, Rhinoceros 2, The King And I 3, Side by Side By Sondheim 3, West Side Story 4, Director of “And So Forth”, Improv Theater Co. 2, 1987 American Stars Competition 1st Runner-up 2, Governor’s School for the performing Arts 1988, 3, NCTE Writing Competition Winner 4, Lit- erary Editor-Basilisk 4, Skiing 1-2, Archery 1, Squash 2. Brendan Mahoney: Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, 8, Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band 9-12, Musician in senior play 10, Musician in senior play, MWC Community Orchestra 11, Spanish Club, Young Democrats, Student of the Month for January 12% Mona Makinen: Foreign Exchange Student from Finland. Jennifer Mann: J.V. Hockey 8-10, Varsity Hockey 11, SADD 8-9, SCA 11, Junior Council 11, Teenage Re- publicans 10-12, SEC., Girl’s Chorus 10, French Club 8-9, Spanish Club 10-12, Cheerleading 10-12, Track 12. Stephanie Mann: Yearbook 11. Michael Martindale: Soccer 11-12. Laura Ruth Matthews: Junior Var- sity Gymnastics 8, Varsity Gym- nastics 9-10, Spanish Club 8-12, Var- sity Club 9,10, Junior Class Council, Monroe Scholar 11. Tara Leigth May: FBLA Treasurer 12, Thesbians Society Member 11- 12, Christian Support Club 12, Cheerleader 12. Kim McGlue: Cross Country Man- ager 9, Cheerleader 10, Yearbook iE. Sherry Meyer: SCA Secretary and Treasurer 12. Jill Miller: J.V. Field Hockey, J.V. Tennis, Girl’s Athletic Association, Young Republicans, French Club, SADD 8,9, J.V. Field Hockey Cap- tain, Varsity Tennis, French Club, Young Republicans, SADD 10, Var- sity Hockey, Varsity Tennis, French Club, Young Republicans, Art Club, SADD 11, Varsity Hockey, Varsity Tennis, French Club, Latin Club, Young Republicans, Art Club, SADD 12, Senior Play. Courtney Murphy: J.V. Field Hockey 8-10, Teenage Republicans 8-12, SADD 11-12, FCA 8, Tennis Team 9, Freshman Class Vice Pres- ident 9, French Club 9, French Club 10, FBLA 10, Varsity Field Hockey, Junior Class Secretary, French Club 11, Varsity Field Hockey, SADD, Spanish Club 12. Kevin O’Toole: Basketball 9-12, National Honor Society 11-12, Monroe Singers 11-12, Key Club 11- 12, SADD 9-10, Spanish Club 9-12, Secretary 12, Intramural Basket- ball 9-12. Senior Chris Griffen expresses in- terest in Chemistry class. Chris Overman: Science Club 11,12. Marcus Pomeroy: Eighth Grade Basketball, French Club 8-11, Var- sity Cross Country, 10-12, Varsity Track 10-12, Varsity Soccer 11-12. Olisa Pratt: Basketball, Vice Sec- retary, VICA President. Jared Pullam: J.V. Football 9, V. Football 10-12, Track 9-10, Spanish Club, FBLA 11. Ronnie Rackey: J.V. Baseball 9-10, V. Soccer 11-12, Cross Country 12, Spanish Club 16-11, President 12, Key Club 10-12, SADD 10-12. William Chadwick Randall: J.V. Baseball 9,10, Key Club 10-12, J.V. Football 10, V. Baseball, Spanish Club 11,12. Mary Reese: Latin Club 8-9, French Club 10-11, FBLA 10, SADD 10-11, NHS 11-12, Basalisk 11-12, Chris- tian Support Group 11-12. Nicole Robinson: Chorus 8, FBLA 10-12, HERO 12. Damian Samuel: 8-12 Football, 8-10 Band, 11-12 Spanish Club, 10-12 Track. Ellen Sease: J.V. Hockey 9,10, Young Republicans 9-12, SADD 9- 12, French Club 9-11, Monroe Scholar 10,11, Junior Planning Council 11, National Honor Society 12, Art Club 11,12, Latin Club 12, Varsity Hockey 12. April Sessions: MWH Volunteer 8, Children’s Play 8, MIA 8, Chamber Strings 9, French Club 9, SADD 9, MIA 9, J.V. Cheerleader 10, Chamber Strings 10, Regional Hugh O’Brien Delegate 10, French Club 10, FBLA 10, Young Repub- licans 10, Drama 11, Young Repub- licans 11, French Club 11, Chamber Strings 11, NHS 11, Orchestra 11, Literary Tutor 11, Rude Mechani- cal 11, Russian Studies Academy 11, Delegate To World Affairs Confer- ence 11, Girl’s State 11, VFW Speech Winner 11, Reach Tutor 12, Literary Tutor 12, French Student Teaching 12, Drama 12, NHS 12, Thespians 12, French Club 12, MIA 12, Chris- tian Support Group 12. Michelle Sharp: Yearbook Staff 11, Softball 9-12, Volleyball 9-11, Basketball 10,11, Young Repub- licans 12, Spanish Club 12. Mary Sledd Shelhorse: J.V. Hockey 8-9, Varsity Hockey 10-12, MVP 12, SADD 8-11, French Club 8-11, SCA 8,10,11, FCA 8-9, GAA 8, Tennis 11- 12, Young Republicans 11,12, Senior Planning Council 12, Home- coming Court 12, Yearbook Staff 12, Co-captain Hockey 12. Janet Skinner: J.V. Hockey 8-10, French Club 8-10, GAA 8, J.V. Soft- ball 9, SADD 9, International Thespian Society 9, Varsity Softball 10-12, Varsity Hockey 11,12, Monroe Scholar 10, Thespians 10, Monroe Scholar 11, Junior Class Planning Council 11, Thespians 12. Tara Smith: Mixed Chorus 8-11, FBLA 12. Randy Stahler: Spanish Club. Tami Stanton: Yearbook 11-12. Rick Starling: Band 8, Cross Country 9, Tennis 8-12, Golf 11, Junior Planning Council 11, NHS 11,12, French 9-12, Key Club 11-12, Teenage Republicans 10,11, Gov- ernor’s School 9-12, Leadership State Seminar 10, Citizen Confer- ence Delegate 11, Civitan Club Youth Leadership 11, VA. Museum “Three Days In March” 11, VA. Boy’s State 12. Krista Sterns: Marching Band 8, French Club 8, Young Democrats and Independents 8, J.V. Hockey 9, French Club 9, SCA 9, J.V. Hockey 10, Varsity Hockey 11, Thespian 12, Young Democrats 12. Anna Sward: Basketball, Year- book, Young Republicans, Techni- eal Drawing Club. Pete Thompson: Key Club 10-12, Track 8, Tennis 9,10, Soccer 11,12, Latin Club 9, Teenage Republicans 11, Art Club 10. Jennifer Tootle: Band 8-12, Foren- sics 10-12, Latin 10-11, Basketball 12, Republicans 11, FBLA 11,12, Re- porter 12. Khiet Trinh: NHS 12, Science Club 11, Governor’s School 11, Christian Support Group 11, Basalisk 11, SADD 11, Hugh O’Brien Youth Senior Angie Howard smiles at what she has learned in chemistry with Ms. Scott. Foundation 11, Spanish Club 11, In- tramural Soccer 10. Larry Trout: NHS 11-12, Varsity Football 11-12, Key Club 11-12, Monroe Singers 12, Spanish Club 9- 11, J.V. Baseball and Football 9-10, Junior Class President, Senior Class Representative. Molly Tully: Cheerleading 9-12, Monroe Singers 10-12, Thespians 11-12, Senior Class Secretary, Span- ish Club 9-10, SADD 10,11. J.J. Vogltanz: Varsity Baseball 12. Melissa Wagner: Cross Country 8- 10, Track 8-10, French Club 9-12, SADD 10, International Thespian Society 11-12, Christian Support Group 11,12. Calvin Ware: Football, Baseball, and Basketball manager, Or- chestra President, Monroe Singers, Drama. John Warlick: 8th grade Football, J.V. Tennis 8-10, French Club 9-12, Cross Country 10, SADD 10-12, Var- sity Tennis 11, Art Club 11-12, Young Republicans 11, Key Club 11,12, Varsity Tennis Team 12. Karen West: Girl’s Chorus 9, Girl’s Chorus 10, FBLA 10, French Club 10, SADD 11, Cross Country 11, French Club 11, SADD 12, Young Seniors Amy Herndon and Soo Lee concentrate on their creative thinking projects. Republicans 12, Secretary French Club 12, Cross Country Manager 12. Angela White: Marching Band 8-10. Andy Withers: Key Club 9-12, FBLA 10, Varsity Club 9-10, Homecoming Court 9-12, Prom Court 11, Class President 9-10, SCA 8,11,12, Foot- ball 8-12, Baseball 8-12, Basketball 8, Men’s Chorus 10-11, Monroe Scholar 8-11, Latin Club 9-11, Span- ish Club 12, Get Fresh 11-12, Boy’s State Alternate 11. Angela Wright; Marching Band 8- 11, Concert Band 8-10, French Club 9-12, FBLA 10-12, Track 9-12. pad is: Following Seasons of Class As it gets to the end of a school year, students reminisce back to the first days of school when they wandered the halls to find each classroom. As the first week went on, they had to get used to the new bell schedule and the new grading scale. And before the end of the first week, they had mem- orized new teachers’ names, room numbers, and new locker combinations. Before the third week ended, summer news became old and new friends became good ones. Then, life had set into its patterns with a touch of class. These patterns started to alter with the excitement of the fall sports. This excitement captured the class in every stu- dent as they cheered on their school. Days turned into months and time crept by towards the closing of another school year; but not before winter vacation came, reminding During lunch, students catch a chance to relax from the pressures of school. = SoYoung Park, practices the cello before a concert. ; pe nee preppeniersprmneepreniienne Oe ee | Students wait in the hallway for the sounding of the bell to end another day of school. Jesse Jennings, sophomore, practices for his upcoming play, ‘“Roomers.” “Roomers” was a great success with the students. Sane ey aa ere gaeons Eagerly getting into his car, Hai Nguyen turns on his radio to get his mind off school. Junior Tyler, freshman Sarah, and Mrs. Scott of the Science Department socialize in the hallway after school. Following Seasons O f C ] a S S Mark Miller, sophomore, shows his Jayem spirit at the King George football ame. students that exams were near. And as the week of exams ® got closer, students hoped for the first big snow of winter. Towards the end of winter, spring fever set in; students jumped enthusiastically into school activities to get their mind off the pressures of school; however, spring was not far away. The first signs of spring appeared, bringing with the m spring sports, the Senior play, the Senior trip, and, of course, graduation. Along with these spring events, seniors planned ahead for their future. Before students realized it, the final days of school were there and students had to think ahead for another change in their patterns of classes. And as the students stepped out of these school halls, they each took with them that James Monroe TOUCH OF CLASS. After suffering an injury, Carter Hansen settles for watching the football game from the sideline. Bayinnah Mitchell, sophomore, spends her free time in study hall catching up on some reading. a W Tonya Parker, Lloyd Scott, Harry Rucker, Melvin Smith, Kenneth Wash- ington, and Monica Johnson socialize after school. Showing their spirit at the King George football game are Molly Tully, senior, and Vicky Fink, junior. Senior April Sessions and freshman Becky Barnett practice before their : I play, “Roomers.”’ P ree “gf - 4 ¥ reg? P uA Fons ‘a 5 . J wa Hs ed ss °, fj 4, ioe’ ee BAe . 4 ae 7 ‘ 4 a, ane G? 4. S49 ge ; Re PS eh oS ? Life BIS Er A sha a The Jackets warm-up before the second half. They anxiously awaited a victorious end! 160 Benet Throughout their years in high school, the students took pride in the things they did and gave them their best. They truly demonstrated a ‘“‘commitment to pride, tradition, and excellence.” They worked hard this year, academically, ar- tistically, and physically; they cherished their accomplish- ments and learned from their defeats. The things that the students received from James Monroe, knowledge, friend- ships, and precious memories, will remain with them for the rest of their lives. These students left their mark on the school in many different ways; but they also gained a lot from their school. This year’s seniors can now leave Jayem with fond memories of their high school years: friendships long past, both academic and athletic accomplishments, ac- ceptance of their mistakes, and thoughts of hope for the future. The combination of these elements indisputably show that the students at James Monroe will always have “A Touch of Class.” Or Rat Grd 6 CSS Vs o ¥ - : t ? vi . Gal 9aR) $4 ‘ FiChews. . vU.. = 7 at % is i? sR © y O dO! 2 WAG eae £6 Eee b set ee?