John C Calhoun High School - Talon Yearbook (Walterboro, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1983 volume:

John C. Calhoun Academy P.O. Box 297 Walterboro, SC 29488 Talon 1983 Contents Gettin’ Involved In the classes section, each student of John C. is shown in an array of school portraits and is recognized as an individual member of his specific class. Playin’ To Win This part of the yearbook is special because it highlights student life which plays an impor- tant role in the activities and clubs at the Acad- emy. Facin’ The Facts The sports section provides a look into all areas of athletics, which many consider to be an important asset to JCCA. Hittin’ The Books Academics is the primary reason for attend- ing school, and teachers provide an outlet for students to gain the knowledge needed for their futures. This section combines the faculty and academics with layouts of candids and mug shots. Goin’ In As the 1983 Talon comes to a close, the advertisers are recognized for their support of the annual and of John C. The final pages are filled with candids which serve as reminders of the happenings of the past year. 2 Opening Getting It All Together Each weekday morning be- fore the sun even rises, alarm clocks ring all over Colleton County to awaken the students of John C, Calhoun Academy. Upon hearing the noisy disturbance, each stu- dent reluctantly drags himself out of bed and heads for the shower. While going through the usual morning routine of getting ready for school, he thinks of the upcoming day and what it will involve — tests, homework, jobs, and var- ious other activities. When the students arrive at school, they talk to their friends until the bell rings for them to begin an- other school day. The first four class periods are spent in dili- gent work until at last the lunch break begins. After eat- ing, the students once again mingle with their peers to cont. on p. 4 Ninth graders, Brown McLeod, Billy Howell, David Glenn, and Danny Beach, make the best of their recess by reading their favorite books. Philip McNair and Trent Copeland, two senior comedians, hit a high note at a chorus meeting. Before leaving for an away basketball game, Todd Hudson, Benjy Black, Todd Buddin, and Heath Griffith eat popcorn while relaxing in the back of a truck. Opening 3 cont. from p. 3 catch up on the gossip that has recently developed. Another bell rings to summon the stu- dents to their fifth-period classes. When a student hears this bell, he knows that only two more classes remain in the school day. Upon the sound of the final bell, students hurry to their lockers to get their books and rush to their cars to go to practice, jobs, or home. The majority of J.C.C.A. students go home after school where they usually relax while eating and watching T.V. As night ap- proaches, students begin to study, and then, if time per- mits, watch television or talk on the telephone. When the clock nears eleven, the time most older students retire, ev- eryone thinks about getting it all together for the next day! Having recently formed a rock band, Harold Blocker and Jeff Stewart show off their black jackets which are part of their band’s attire. Ashley Woodard and Daniel Garris practice writing the alphabet in Mrs. Warren’s kindergarten class. Becky Bennett and Allyson Haynes obviously think they know how to fix cars. 4 Opening John C. Calhoun Acade- my does not limit itself to academic endeavors, but expands to include ex- tracurricular activities which provide an outlet for fun and enjoyment. The pur- poses of the activities and clubs at J.C.C.A. are numer- ous. Through their projects, students learn about work- ing together, giving to oth- ers, and sharing with one an- other. They are also recog- nized for their qualities and given a chance to bring out talents. Belonging to clubs and participating in activi- ties instills pride and pro- motes confidence in one’s self. These qualities are es- sential now and in the fu- ture. The artwork in the activities sec- tion was drawn by Randy Addison, a junior at John C. Get tin’ Involved nBl Life At JCCA The times shared together by students at JCCA are filled with laughter and love. Friends share rides up- town, gossip sessions, and the “pains” of growing up. The wide variety of extra-curricular activities makes it possible for each student to choose the one in which he is most interested. The teachers at JCCA want each student to excel to his highest possible ability, and they provide a figure for stu- dents to admire. There is a true feeling of uni- ty felt in the halls of John C. Calhoun Academy — where everyone is a Warhawk at heart. (Right) Friends take time to clown around at break. 6 Student Life (Above) The best of friends for the best of times. (Above) For these 7th graders, recess is spent at the picnic table. (Top center) Todd Buddin enjoys his lunch break in Mrs. Hawes’ rooms. Top left) David Glenn doesn’t bother (Above) Matthew Free “hams it to go to the Powder Room. up” for the camera. Student Life 7 Excitement From the moment one en- ters the halls of John C. until that long-awaited graduation night, memories of exciting events are forever in one’s mind. Whether it was that first ride on the fire en- gine, scoring the winning touchdown, or one’s first Jr. Sr. Prom with that special some- one, it matters not! Each indi- vidual has precious moments which are dear to his heart. As time goes on and each person pursues his separate goals, it’s hopeful that everyone will look back on his years at JCCA as some of the best years of his life. Of course, not every day is filled with excitement. Along with the good, one must accept the bad. (Top left) Hawkman arouses spirit at the Homecoming pep rally. (Above) These spirit-boosters enjoy Friday night football at its best. (Above) Does Scott Fennell find (Top right) Youngsters play at their climbing in the garbage can exciting? favorite spot on the playground. 8 Student Life (Above) Senior Trent Copeland can often be found clowning around. (Left) There’s nothing more exciting than a child at the circus. (Above) JCCA’s punk-rockers added a special touch of excitement to the Homecoming festivities. Student Life 9 Opportunity As if classes, homework, and extra-curricular ac- tivities weren’t enough, some “super” students man- aged to have part-time jobs as well. Although working was sometimes tough, students en- joyed the extra money. Young adults are often unsure of the field in which to work, so these jobs give the opportunity to ex- pand their horizons. It is im- perative that one “be all that he can be.” Don’t give up if un- expected problems arise — just remember “the harder the con- flict, the more glorious the tri- umph.” Several students deserve special recognition for volun- teer work at Colleton Regional Hospital. There is more to an education than studying; it’s necessary to be involved in out- side activities which make us well-rounded persons. (Top right) Melissa Fulton, Carmen Long and Steve Ashley help custom- ers at Red and White. (Above) Rodney Cummings tests his strength by lifting two 50 lb. bags of feed. (Right) Working at a local clothing store makes choosing a dress hard for Angela Southard. 10 Student Life 1 Above) Robbie Free “deserves a break today” at McDonald’s. (Above) Footsie’s Amoco Station sure- ly has its hands full with the McNair brothers. Student Life 11 n May 7, the Juniors realized the hard work of decorating and raising paid off. Even though the Juniors were limited to the selling of mag- azines, they raised enough money to produce a prom which will not be forgotten. Those who attended the dance boarded the Caroli- na Princess and set sail for a wonderful evening. Enter- tainment was provided by the band. Stratus. The show boat theme was brought to life by the cruise ship, the Carolina Princess. The theme was accented with special touches such as a beach scene murel, leis, sea- shells, candles, and straw hats. The junior class did a great job, but much deserved credit should go to Mrs. Peg- gy Smoak who helped in everything. The Juniors en- joyed having such an under- standing and patient spon- 7 sor. Fund Aboard The Carolina Princess (Above) Allison Dyches, Todd Hud- son, and Melanie Easterlin capture special moments at the dance of the year. (Above) What would the Juniors do without their sponsor Mrs. Smoak? Above) The ushers anxiously await (Top right) Lesley Foster and Tandy their first Jr.-Sr. prom. Young don't think decorating is all work and no play! Jr. Sr. 13 (Above) Steve Ashley and Joey Ritter converse at the punch bowl. 14 Jr. Sr, It Takes Practice (Above) Flutes and clarinets practice the Alma Mater. The Junior and Begin- ner band worked hard this year under the di- rection of Mr. Eddie Le- '-macks. The highlight of the year was marching at half-time for the Homecoming football game where they proudly played the “Battle Hymn of the Republic.7’ The band should be proud of their ac- complishment which every- one enjoyed The two separate groups met during their recess three days a week. The Beginner group consisted of 20 dedi- cated members who soon hope to have gained the ex- perience needed to join the Marching Warhawks. The Junior group was much smaller but also consisted of hard working students. Al- though few in number, both groups worked hard and steady to make the student body of John C. Calhoun proud. Band 15 lthough the Marching Warhawks were small in number they were at heart. The band con- sisted of twenty-five mem- bers who worked hard to prepare a special Homecom- ing show. Mr. Eddie Le- na acks has done a great job in his second year as band di- rector here at John C. Also, Drum Major Gale Nettles, Band Captain Randy Ad- dison, Assistant Drum Major Lara Craven, and Percussion Captain Duke Hipp have all showed outstanding leader- ship qualities. Lara Craven proved her worthiness as a drum major when she performed at half- time at Homecoming and in a local parade. Gale and Lara attended a four day camp at the University of South Carolina. The band marched in the Walterboro Christmas pa- rade and several members were in the Solo Ensemble Festival at USC in January. The band was very proud of three members, JJ Evans, Kevin Beach and Toni Hooker, who received supe- rior ratings. It’s Not Quantity, It’s Quality : i . . ... MMSK: (Above) Percussionist Duke Hipp dis- plays great marching ability in the Walterboro Christmas parade. 16 Band (Above) The band provides entertain- ment at ball games (Top left) Assistant drum major Lara Craven leads the Marching War- hawks. (Above) Mr. Eddie Lemacks looks on attentively as his band performs in the parade Rand 17 (Right) Senior Tandy Young breaks through the line for yardage. (Above) Half-time activities included the crowning of the queen. 18 Powderpuff For One Day They’re Enemies Above) Senior Becky Sams is escort- ed by Craig White. (Top left) These Juniors look totally awesome. (Above) Junior Carmen Long is pulled down at the line of scrimmage. The week before the an- nual Powderpuff game at John C. Calhoun could easily be termed “war week”. As practices began everyone looked at his friends on the other team as enemies. When the buzzer rang, out ran 22 girls who were ready to win. During half-time, three candidates for the powerpuff queen were waiting to see who would be crowned. The can- didates were Paul Camburn, Dowl Knight, and Scott Crosby. The lucky winner was Pauletta Scottetta Cam- burn. After the crowning of the queen, the players were ready to battle it out for an- other 45 minutes. As the game ended, with the score of 8-0, the Seniors became the first team at J.C.C.A. to win 4 Powderpuff games in a row. The memory of the four victories has not been forgot- ten by a single Senior player. After the night of November 20th, enemies became friends again until next year when they meet again. Powderpuff 19 Spirit Week was short- ened to Spirit Day this year because of confu- sion. J.C.C.A. students are so full of spirit that sometimes they forget that they are in school to study! All students’ spirit was bottled up inside until Friday when the bottle exploded. The Homecoming game was on Halloween this year and Seniors could not break a tradition, so- they wore their Halloween cos- tumes on Spirit Day. The rest of the student body par- ticipated in Original Blue and White Day. The Juniors decided to dress alike with thermal underwear, shorts, and ties. Senior costumes ranged from pumpkins to peanut butter to punk rockers. It was regarded by many as a most unusual day, The pep rally got everyone excited for the playing of that important game. All events of the day were building up to the highlight of the week —- the crowning of the queen. Festivities Arouse Spirit (Above) For Seniors, Halloween and Spirit Day are one and the same. (Above) Students participate in Or- ginial Blue and White Day. 20 Spirit Week (Left) JCCA’s 1982-83 Homecoming Queen, Paige Farish. Among three Senior candi- dates, one was to be chosen the 1982-83 Homecoming Queen. Lesley Foster, Paige Farish, and Gale Nettles anxiously awaited the crowning of the queen. The lucky girl was Paige who had been voted on by the student body. Paige was also an editor of the Talon, cheer- leader, member of the National Honor Society, and Vice Presi- dent of the Senior Class. (Above) Elaine Flowers returns to give up her crown. (Above) What a lovely line-up of Sen- ior girls! (Above) The ride is over and candi- dates wait for their escorts. Homecoming Queen 21 Proud Of Seniors As always it is an honor to be asked to sponsor a senior football player. Being a member of a team builds character because one must work with others. Every girl should have been proud to sponsor a John C. player be- cause — they’re the best! This year there were 12 seniors — Philip McNair, Harold Blocker, Scott Rizer, Pat Daw- son, Brantley Strickland, Steve Ashley, Mark Eley, Richie Schlesser, Cal Griffin, Roger Thomas, Bubba Bishop, and Jeff Stewart. Vicki Strickland, Mark Eley Wanda Woods, Richie Schlesser Melissa Fulton, Philip McNair Marsha McGinnis, Roger Thomas Paige Farish, Scott Rizer (Right) There’s always time for one more picture even before a big event like Homecoming. 22 Sponsors Grace Ann Mitchell, Brantley Strick- land Lesley Foster, Steve Ashley Tandy Young, Bubba Bishop Lisa Avant, Jeff Stewart Paulette Warren, Cal Griffin Monique Fennell, Pat Dawson Angela Southard, Harold Blocker Sponsors 23 “I’m proud that the Soci- ety represents as large a per- centage of students as it does; however, I feel that many should ,be on the list who simply don’t make the most Of their God-given talents. I regret that it is not a larger number of students.” — Betty Linder ryi he John C. chapter of I the National Honor JL Society consists of outstanding juniors and sen- iors who have maintained an average of 90 or above. Offi- ers included President Beth Powers, Vice President Jodi Baggett, and Secretary Treasurer Anne Dodd. All new members were in- ducted at a candle-lighting ceremony in the gymnasium. All parents of old and new members were invited to at- tend the ceremony and the reception afterwards in the school library. This year there were 11 ju- niors installed in the Na- tional Honor Society. There were 2 seniors inducted this year in addition to ten sen- iors who were inducted dur- ing their junior year. Intelligenc __ Flames Brilliantly (Above) Benjy Black hopes that his candle will light easily. f (Above) Gale Nettles lights her candle before giving her speech. (Above) President Beth Powers wel- comes new members, their parents, and students. NHS 25 26 Student Council Student Council Benefits School “Stu tdent Council develops leader. richin£ hip abilities while en- r and benefit,in the school and community. (Get- ting o fringe ut of class is a nice benefit!)” — JoAnn Wimberly tiident Council is a very important organi- zation within the school. The representatives and officers who show lead- ership deserve recognition and appreciation from the student body. Student Gov- ernment tries to involve stu- dents in various activities, to help the community, to pro- mote school spirit, and to gain unity among the stu- dents. Various projects through- out the year included cake raffles, Teacher Apprecia- tion Week, participation in the blood mobile, monthly bulletin board decorations and lunchroom posters. In November, Mrs. Wim- berly , Carmen Long, Rob Young, Grace Ann Mitchell, and Robbie Free attended a Student Council Convention at Columbia College where they exchanged ideas for fund-raising projects. Student Couneil 27 What is the purpose of a yearbook? It pro- vides the memory of special events which are dear to us, it reminds us of friends with whom we might lose contact, but above all it gives us an opportunity to look back on the year gone by and feel proud of our accom- plishments. It is a must that these memories be captured in a book which we will ah ways treasure because the “best days of one's life can- not be forgotten. It takes dedication and determina- tion to be a member of the staff and also to be a spon- sor, Mrs. Nettles took the blame when things went wrong, but never received credit when good things hap- pened. The 83 Staff thanks her for her devotion. “Watching a handful of creative students take an ab- stract idea and turn it into a concrete, lasting product of their own makes all the yell- ing, worrying, and work worthwhile ’ — Susan Nettles Work Is Made Worthwhile (Above) Editors review layouts re- turned from the plant. (Above) Although Robert McNair of- ten jokes around, he is always there to get the job done. 28 Talon (Left) Glenn Beach spends his study hall working in the dark room. Editors of the 1982 83 Talon were Paige Farish and Becky Sams. Other editors were Activities — Allison Reeves and Grace Ann Mitchell; Sports — Pam Gustin, Tandy Young and Cathy Sams; Classes — Paulette Warren; Faculty — Beth Powers and Carmen Long; Beauties — Lesley Fos- ter; Ads — Paige Grayson; Business Manager — Rhonda Johns. (Below) Advisor Mrs. Susan Nettles gives her final approval on layout. (Top center) Staff members select pic- tures for ads section. (Above) Editors Becky Sams and Paige Farish work to produce Talon. Talon 29 (Right) Brantley Strickland, Sports Editor, reviews his material. (Below) Photographer Rodney Cum- mings prepares negatives for printing. Editors of the 1982-83 War- hawk were Feature Editor Donna Farrell; News Editor Pam Gustin; Sports Editor Brantley Strickland; and Man- aging Editor Rhonda Johns, Other members of the staff were tenth-twelfth graders who were responsible for writ- ing articles assigned by their specific editor. Mrs. Blocker helped to produce great jour- nalism. (Top right) Advisor Mrs. Blocker sep- arates papers for selling. (Above) Lesley Foster types her Rov- ing Reporter article. : fV'N ' % m -w®..........: .. v: 1 : : ■ ' Warhawk Putting It Into Writing (Above) Editors feel relieved to see their articles in ink. (Top) Rhonda Johns helps Donna Farrell iron out a problem with her work. ecause of increased ex- 1« penses. The War- JLJ hawk was published only twice this school year, but those were issues of which John, C’ers could be proud. The December issue included Seniors’ letters to Santa and also highlights of the first semester such as football. Homecoming, and the first annual Fall Festi- val. The publication in May included the traditional Last Wills, Class Prophecy and History, and spring sports. Freedom of the press is one of the civil rights which one often takes for granted. The Warhawk members felt proud to be able to ex- press their ideas and true opinions. ‘‘Working on the newspa- per helps students to learn self-discipline as they meet deadlines. They also derive satisfaction in being the ‘voice of the student body. -— Jams Blocker Warhawk 31 Science — A Dirty Word? Thanks to Mr. Scott Hartshorn, the Science Club’s third year was a suc- cessful one. The club had various fund-raising projects such as bake sales and cake raffles. A portion of their money was given in the form of a scholarship to a sen- ior pursuing a career in science. The re- mainder of the money was used for a trip at the end of the year. Officers elected were Scott Rizer, Pres.; Benjy Black, Vice-Pres.; and Rob Young, Sec. Treas. (Top left) No one seems to agree with (Above) John C. Calhoun’s very own (Top right) Students take time to pose Mr. Hartshorn’s fund-raising ideas. “Mad Scientists.” while visiting the Kennedy Space Center. 32 Science Club (Above) Todd Buddin watches in amazement as Coach Axson enjoys tearing down his tent. Last April during Spring Break, eleven members of the Science Club enjoyed a trip to Cape Canaveral, Flor- ida. Instead of the luxury of a nice hotel, they chose to “rough it” at Jetty Park Campground in Cocoa Beach While in Florida, they visited Disney World and the Kennedy Space Cen- ter. The trip was enjoyed by all and it was a “first” for many to go camping. Chap- erones included Mr. Scott Hartshorn, Mr, Robert Ax- son, and Mrs. Wynona Rizer. “In the Science Club, we hope to go on local field trips of scienti He interest and take science off the ‘dirty word’ list,” ' — Scott Hartshorn Science GIub 33 B ecause of increased in- terest in broadcasting, this year's club was di- vided into three groups: al- pha, beta, and gamma. The club consisted of thirty- three juniors and seniors who enjoyed preparing a show to be aired over WALD on Saturday nights. Campus news, local news, feature albums, sports, and student features were re- corded by all groups. The comedy in each group was original. Gamma's skit was Ponderocha; Alpha had several including Blue Acres and Houston, The Broadcast Club is af- filiated with the University Of South Carolina's school of journalism. The club spon- sored the USC News Quiz Team which was tested on The State newspaper. Team members were Gale Nettles, Beth Powers, Ran- dy Addison, and Anne Dodd, alternate. Although they were defeated, the team re- presented the school well. “Since young people love to talk, broadcasting gives them a positive opportunity to ex- press themselves while they learn the basics of broadcast journalism.” Janis Blocker Broadcasters Create Radio Journalism John Bennett, a new-comer to the Broadcast Club, attempts to defy gravity. What does Philip McNair find so pe- culiar about that album? 34 Broadcast Club The latest in music, alpha’s singing quartet. The President of this year’s club was Trent Copeland while Harold Blocker served as pro- duction manager. Directors and assistant di- rectors included: Lesley Foster, Donna Farrell; Harold Blocker, Brantley Strickland; Allison Reeves and Todd Hudson. Pro- duction managers and their as- sistants included: Trent Cope- land, Philip McNair; Jeff Stewart, Pat Dawson; John Bennett and Randy Warren. Jodi Baggett enjoys announcing cam- pus news. Trent Copeland, production manager, shows Scott Rizer a few broadcasting techniques. Broadcast Club 35 Activities Francaises Under the guidance of Mrs. Nicole Tramel, the French Club began its fourth year with a crepe party at the home of Cathy Sams. Mrs. Tramel demonstrated the proper way to flip crepes, but the students soon realized that it was more difficult than they thought. The money raised by the club throughout the year is used for the purchasing of French supplies and the re- mainder is given to superb French students. (Top left) Kim Headden and Cindy (Top right) Mrs. Tramel “shows (Above) Officers and sponsor — Kinard cast their votes for officers, off” her great crepe-flipping abili- Kim Moody, Mrs. Tramel, Carmen ty. Long, and Cathy Sams. 36 French Club Nothing is as thrilling as watching a football player dive over the goal line or seeing fans on their feet in the stands, cheering at the frenzy of a close game. Nothing is as stimulating as a play well ex- ecuted, a win over an arch- rival, or a baseball sailing over the outfield fence. Ath- letics is an extracurricular activity in which all can par- ticipate, either as an athlete or as an active fan. Athletics is a major part of John C. — it symbolizes the combined spirit and determination of the Warhawks, who are al- ways playing to win! Baseball Fever . . . As spring approached, the 1982 baseball team and War hawk followers were optimistic about the upcoming baseball season. With nine sen- iors and many other veterans on the sixteen-member squad, the Warhawks were bound to have a successful season. John C. played its first game on March 16 at Warhawk Field against Wade Hampton Acade- my. The score was tied 3-3 in the seventh inning, but the Rebels pushed across three runs and handed the War- Before a game of the State Playoffs, Robbie Robertson warms up as Joey Ritter, Harold Blocker, and Johnny Smoak look on. hawks a tough 3-6 loss. The Hawks then traveled to Oran- geburg to again meet the Reb- els of Wade Hampton. This meeting between the confer- ence rivals resulted in a 9-1 vic- tory for the Warhawks, and ev- eryone at John C. began to catch baseball fever. Mims was the Warhawks’ opponent for the next two games. John C. managed to survive both of the heartstopping games with scores of 13-12 and 4-3. The team then went to ... cont. on pg. 40 Centerfielder Johnny Smoak anxious- ly awaits the start of the game by per- fecting his catching abilities. ‘ ' A Jt- Robbie Robertson, who has been the starting pitcher for three years, pre- pares to hurl another strike. Mark Socha takes a lead off first so that he will have enough time to reach second base. After spending a long day in Orange- After trying to steal second base, the burg before playing Willington in the opposing runner dives back to first State Playoffs, Mark Socha, Johnny safely. Smoak, and Bubba Bishop “clown around” before the start of the game. V. Baseball 39 cont. from p. 38. Bowman for a double-header with the Bulldogs. The War- hawks edged the Bulldogs 6-3 in the first game to move ahead 1-0 in the series. In the next game, the Warhawks gave the First Baptist Hurricanes a 16-0 thrashing. On April 6, John C. captured a 7-0 truimph over arch-rival Thomas Heyward to put them in the State Playoffs. The Hawks concluded their regular season with a 13-1 vic- tory over First Baptist and a disappointing 4-7 loss to Coun- try Day; however, the defeat did not dampen the Warhawks spirits. They traveled to Oran- geburg and took an extra-in- ning 9-6 decision over the Will- ington Patriots, thus gaining their third straight conference title, and a top seed and a home-field advantage in the state playoffs. In the first game of the Low- er State playoffs, which is a best of three series, John C. posted a 6-3 win over Thomas Sumter at Warhawk Field. The Hawks then played the Thom- as Sumter Generals in Sumter. The score was tied 10-10 after five innings, but the Warhawks rallied and again triumphed over the Generals by a score of 17-10. The win put the team into the state finals with Will- ington Academy. The baseball team and War- hawk fans traveled to Orange- burg for the first game of the state finals, also a best of three series. The Hawks jumped out to a 4-0 advantage after two in- nings and held the lead for a 6- 3 victory. The Patriots evened the count in Walter boro by de- feating the Warhawks 12-21, prompting a third and final meeting between the two teams. The finale was no more fitting of a championship game. In the sixth inning, the score was 3-3. With the Patri- ots batting and the bases load- ed, the batter was walked, forc- ing in a run and giving Willing- ton a 3-4 lead. The Warhawks were unable to score and ended their season on a very disap- pointing note. For the second time in three years, John C. Calhoun Academy found itself in the title game of the Inde- pendent Association baseball championship. On this occa- sion, the Warhawks unfortu- nately came up just short of be- coming the AAA state champi- ons. 40 Varsity Baseball Sheldon Girardeau considers his strategy while his teammates cheer on the preceeding batter. Before the State Finals, the team joins Mr. Alewine in saying the Lord’s Prayer. 11 Wins 5 Loses Wade Hampton 3-6 Wade Hampton 9-1 Mims 13-12 Mims 4-3 Bowman 6-5 Bowman 0-1 First Baptist 16-0 Thomas Heyward 7-0 First Baptist 13-1 Willington 9-6 Country Day 4-7 Thomas Sumter 6-3 Thomas Sumter 17-10 State Finals Willington 6-3 Willington 12-21 Willington 3-4 Against Country Day, Mark Socha, a four-year veteran, shows his ability to steal base. At the State Finals, Johnny Smoak, Walter Hiott, Patrick Daw- son, and Joey Ritter anxiously await the start of the game. A Junior, Harold Blocker waits in- tensly for the ball to be thrown to first base. Varsity Baseball 41 A Season To Remember . . . Having a fantastic record of 6-0, the J.V. Baseball team had a terrific 1982 season. Coached by Robert Ax- son, the team, which consisted of eighteen players, defeated their opponents with great skill. Reggie Woods, Bert Sny- der, Joey Ritter, and Robbie Free were the key players for the Warhawks. Joey Ritter re- ceived the Most Valuable Play- er Award, and Ward Ulmer was the Most Improved Player. The team's catcher, Robbie Free, waits for the pitch from Joey Ritter. Coach Axson shows his batting ability as he helps his team warm up. Bert Snyder, who also played varsity baseball, is determined to make a hit. 6 Wins 0 Losses Mims Academy 10-3 Dorchester Academy 13-4 Allendale Academy 11-4 Allendale Academy 12-0 Thomas Sumter Academy 9-5 Dorchester Academy 15-5 wim 42 J.V. Baseball If looks could kill, Vicki Strickland would slaughter the First Baptist de- fense. Gwen Murdaugh improves her batting average by displaying her skill. Lisa Smyly looks on as Candace Goodwin pitches a sure strike. During the game with First Baptist, Coach Taylor watches his team defeat the Hurricanes 5-4. Heading into what seemed to be a mediocre year, the 1982 softball team overcame obstacles of previous years and obtained the best overall softball record in John C.’s history. First year coaches, Scott Hartshorn and Alan Taylor, helped the team to defeat chief rivals Thomas Heyward and First Baptist and advance to the state playoffs. In the playoffs their hopes of becoming state champions were shattered when Robert E. Lee Academy defeated John C. 1-7. Although two valuable sen- iors, Cheryl Davis and Candace Goodwin, were lost to gradu- ation, the Lady Warhawks ex- pect a promising 1983 season because many talented veter- ans remain on the team. One such veteran, captain Monique Fennell, says she enjoys soft- ball because “it is an exhilerat- ing experience.” 5 Wins 5 Loses Wade Hampton 15-14 Wade Hampton 2-6 Mims Academy 3-12 Mims Academy 4-19 Bowman Academy 6-7 First Baptist 6-5 Andrew Jackson 16-6 First Baptist 6-1 Andrew Jackson 6-9 State Playoffs Robert E. Lee 1-7 A Softball Field . Softball 43 Girls’ Tennis . . . Playing the number four position, Tandy Young displays great form while hitting a forehand. A Service With A Smile All-Conference winner two years in a row, Camie Hughes changes sides with her opponent from Holly Hill. Having only lost one sen- ior, the girls’ tennis team, coached by Tom- my Godwin, ended the season with a fantastic record of 9-1. Finishing number one in their conference, the Lady War- hawks went to the State Finals and played the best of three games, where they were defeat- ed by Hammond and Coastal Academy. The squad will lose four valuable seniors, Camie Hughes, Kelly Rister, Mary Ann Hudson, and Elaine Flow- ers, next year. Throughout the season, Camie Hughes and Kel- ly Rister battled for the num- ber one position. Losing three players out of the top six, the team is expected to have a re- building team next year. Camie Hughes and Kelly Rister were chosen All-Conference. Tom- my Godwin quoted that this “was the best team I have ever coached.” 9 Wins 1 Loss Wade Hampton Lost College Prep WTon Patrick Henry Won Holly Hill Won Wade Hampton Won Thomas Heyward Won College Prep Won Holly Hill Won Thomas Heyward Won Patrick Henry Won 44 GirlsJ Tennis Lesley Foster, a junior, displays great form while hitting a forehand. Girls’ Tennis 45 On The Court . . . Throughout the season, Brown McLeod has proven to be a tough and reliable performer. That’s The Way The Ball Bounces Two years ago the boys’ tennis team dissolved be- cause there were not enough players to make a team. In the spring of 1982 when Coach Henry Bouton called a meeting for those interested, he was amazed to find that 12 boys wanted to play tennis. This was the largest tennis team that had ever been at John C. The team was led by four seniors, Jimmy Mitchell, Bruce Hensley, Gary Headden, and Madison Utsey, all of whom were at one time in the top six positions. Jimmy Mitchell, the number one player, was injured at the beginning of the season in an automobile accident and was unable to play for the first few matches. After recouperating, he came back in full force to defeat College Prep’s number one player. Brown McLeod, Bruce Hensley, and Benjy Black all fluctuated for the number two position. With 8 members returning for the 1983 season, John C. is expect- ing a great year for the boys’ tennis team. Todd Buddin demonstrates intense John Bennett stretches for a volley in concentration by keeping his eye on a practice session at the Country Club, the ball as he prepares for a volley. 46 Boys’ Tennis Many hours of practice go into the making of a great tennis team Benjy Black watches the results of his back- hand. Tuck McConnell, one of the youngest players on the team, is confident that he will make a good return 0 Wins 10 Losses Wiilington Academy Lost May River Academy Lost Wade Hampton Academy Lost College Prep Lost Holly Hill Academy Lost May River Academy Lost Wade Hampton Academy Lost College Prep Lost Holly Hill Academy Lost Wiilington Academy Lost Boys’ Tennis 47 J.C.C.A. Golf ... Hoping for a birdie, Bubba Williams, a tenth grader, prepares to sink the ball into the hole. Always In The Swing Of Things Having a mediocre year, battled for the number two the golf team, coached position. Most of the team by Randy Peters, fin- members are young, and the ished the season with a record squad is expected to be very of 5-7. Having played golf successful in the future. With since the sixth grade, Philip such a successful season, our McNair was the Most Valu- golf players portray their de- able Player on the team, termination to always be “up Throughout the season, Scott to par.” Halter and Bubba Williams Philip McNair, a five-year veteran, watches the ball with total concentra- tion. One of the youngest members on the team, Billy Howell shows his enthusi- asm during the match. 5 Wins 7 Loses Willington Won Wade Hampton Lost May River Lost College Prep Won Thomas Heyward Lost Wade Hampton Lost Willington Won Holly Hill Lost Allendale Won College Prep Won Thomas Heyward Lost Holly Hill Lost 48 Golf w Philip McNair watches Gary Davis, a player from Thomas Heyward, pre- pare for the shot. Bubba Williams executes great form before taking a stroke. Golf 49 What It Takes To Be A Winner As graduation nears each year, many underclass- men take a look at the Seniors that they will he losing and remember the good times shared. This year, the senior boys can be remembered be- cause of their athletic ability. Twelve players, most of them off the offensive line, will be lost. All-Conference members Harold Blocker, Roger Thom- as, and Mark Eley, will be greatly missed as line backer, nose guard, and running back, respectively. Three more run- ning backs will also be lost Junior split-end, Benjy Black and Coach Kit Alewine discuss what play would be wise to send in. Fullback Mark Eley (15), also chosen as an All-Conference player, maneu- vers through the Sea Island defense as Seniors Jeff Stewart (88) and Harold Blocker (75) rush toward the block- age. when Philip McNair, Bubba Bishop, and Scott Rizer gra- duate. The tackle positions will incur the loss of Pat Dawson, Steve Ashley, and Cal Griffin. Brantley Strickland will be missed as a guard as well as Jeff Stewart as an end. Coach Alewine commented that re- gardless of the illness and in- juries that handicapped these players, they all pulled togeth- er to overcome the difficulties. He also said that these inflic- tions made them step back and see what it takes to be a win- ner. Sophomore Bert Snyder concentrates on the Hawks as he waits for a chance to play. 50 Varsity Football Against the Dorchester Raiders in the opening game, quarterback Joey Rit- ter (2) looks for an open receiver while Barry Stewart (21) andPhilip McNair (33) notice 62 coming. Senior Brantley Srickland shows his happiness after another victorious game. The offensive line, which held two of this year’s All-Conference players, Harold Blocker and Roger Thomas, gets ready to hold back the Sundevil defense. 3 Wins 7 Losses Dorchester Academy 6-20 Calhoun Academy 27-13 Thomas Heyward 0-13 Sea Island Academy 18-0 May River Academy 14-12 Willington Academy 0-7 Wade Hampton 6-30 Hammond Academy 7-48 Wilson Hall Academy 12-26 Patrick Henry 0-41 Varsity Football 51 ots handed the Hawks a 0-7 loss. The four games left were all disappointing because the team lost all of them. One prominent reason was the in- juries and sickness that pre- vailed over the Hawks. To Wade Hampton, the defeat was 6-30 and to the over powering team of Hammond, the Hawks lost 7-48. By the time Home- coming came around, the Hawks had more than eight starters out of play. Even though the Hawks were suited in their new silver pants, the Wilson Hall Barons won 12-26. The team traveled to Hampton for the final game of the sea- son. The game against the Pat- rick Henry Patriots ended in a 0-41 defeat for the Warhawks. During a scrimmage against the Holly Hill Raiders, Philip McNair, a first string senior, rushes through a gap opened by the offensive line. 83’ Season Following the start of the football season with a scrimmage against Holly Hill Academy, the Warhawks traveled to the annual Sertoma Classic in Orangeburg to play a quarter of football with Mims Academy. The Hawks came out on top with a 14-0 win, but un- fortunately Glenn Beach, a prominent junior, dislocated his elbow and was out for the season. For the first game of the season, John C. met the Dorchester Academy Raiders from St. George, The Hawks played well but due to some key injuries in the second half, the Hawks lost 6-20. The next week found the Hawks at St. Matthews for a challenge against Calhoun Academy. John C. completely dominated play and came home with a 27- 13 victory. Arch-rival Thomas Heyward came for the third game of the year. It was a clas- sic battle between the two teams and much to their dis- may, the Hawks came up on the short end 0-13. According to Coach Kit Alewine, after the third game, there was a situa- tion in which injuries and sick- ness “totally wiped us out.” The fourth game, against Sea Island, gave the Hawks their second win with a score of 18-0. Following that victory was a trip to Bluffton for a battle against May River Academy. Coach Alewine commented that it was the best game played because of the superb second half. The Hawks came out with their second win in a row with a score of 14-12. The next Friday was the game against Willington. The Patri- 52 Varsity Football As Hammond player, Philip Prickett, attempts to out hustle the Hawks, Keith Warren (90) and Richie Schlesser (72) aim toward his tackle. During the Sertoma Classic against Mims, tight-end Glenn Beach was hurt after playing about a half of the Hawk’s quarter. Unfortunately, he had dislocated his elbow and was out for the rest of the season. During the Homecoming game against Wilson Hall, sophomore Robbie Free (40) breaks out, in his new silver pants, for another few yards. One of this year’s leading half-backs, senior Bubba Bishop (81), tries to curve around the Willington tackle and make another touchdown. Varsity Football 53 Fighting For The Future Ending with a 5-2 record, the Junior Varsity team, head coached by Robert Axson, had a most outstanding year. With the help of fresh- man Brown McLeod’s running ability, the Hawks were able to score several needed touch- downs. Also adding to the scor- ing were Rob Young and Rob- ert McNair, As usual, a few players were moved up to the Varsity team when the season ended. Those who were kept down will continue to fight for the future. Brown McLeod (31), a first string Freshman, carries the ball across the twenty as sophomore Rob Young (21) comes to help. As head coach for the first time, Rob- ert Axson converses the next play with Heath Griffith (32). During an offensive play, freshman Ward Ulmer (20) and Jimmy Hiott (4) try to fight off the Porter Guad de- fense. 54 J.V. Football 5 Wins 2 Losses Mims Academy 8-0 Dorchester Academy 14-7 Wade Hampton 0-20 Porter Gaud 0-26 Andrew Jackson 14-6 Patrick Henry 22-6 Willington Academy 14-0 While trying to gain more yardage, an Against Porter Guad, Rob Young (21) unidentified Hawk player is taken is tackled by the defense as Jeff Balish down by the Porter Gaud defense. (58), a freshman line-backer, looks for a way to help. J.V. Football 55 Shooting For The Stars First year coach, Doug Beckhart, real- ly enjoys his beginning career of coaching basketball. The Warhawk team returns to the bench after the starting lineups are introduced. The 1982-83 basketball season proved to be an exciting experience for both the players and new coach, Doug Beckhart. Coach Beckhart, a 1982 graduate of Francis Marion College, de- scribed his first year of coach- ing to be different because the players were better than he ex- pected and their attitude was so good. According to Coach Beckhart the difference be- tween playing and coaching basketball is that “playing in college, I could always blame a loss on the coach. Now the re- sponsibility falls on me.” Although seven key players were lost to graduation in 1982, seniors Bubba Bishop, Harold Blocker, Trent Copeland, Mark Eley, and Philip McNair came in to fill the slots and provide excellent leadership for the Hawks. Although Coach Beckhart jokingly ad- mitted that his first worry was whether his team would score a basket, the Warhawks readily proved him wrong by posting many impressive victories. One such victory took place when the Willington Patriots trav- eled to the Warhawk gymnasi- um for an exciting conference game. The contest ended 69-58 in favor of the Hawks, and many players felt this game was one of the best of the sea- son. During the middle of the sea- son, the Hawks were plagued by injury. At one point, only six players remained on the team. It was at this time that the Hawks pulled together and proved that they could win without three previous starters by stopping Thomas Heyward 57-56 and capturing their sev- enth victory of the year. The basketball team played with enthusiasm throughout the season and showed Warhawk followers that they were shoot- ing for the stars! 56 Varsity Boys’ Basketball Senior Harold Blocker pulls down the rebound as his teammates start to move down the court. Mark Eley takes a jumper from the corner for an easy two points. Harold Blocker jumps high to tip the basketball to a teammate. Varsity Boys Basketball 57 After the introduction of the starting lineups, the team leaves the court to discuss the strategy. Coach Beckhart, Coach Morehead, Bubba Bishop, and Benjy Black seri- ously observe play on the court. 9 Wins 9 Losses Holly Hill 41-51 Willington Academy 54-49 Wade Hampton 46-65 Beaufort Academy 53-74 First Baptist 63-42 Andrew Jackson 66-67 Bowman Academy 72-56 Sea Pines Academy 53-63 Thomas Heyward 71-60 Hammond Academy 65-67 College Prep 56-49 Willington Academy 69-58 Thomas Heyward 57-56 Hammond Academy 62-67 College Prep 63-58 First Baptist 71-69 Beaufort Academy 74-86 Wade Hampton 48-68 Senior Mark Eley shoots his free- throw with much confidence that it will be good. Mark Eley hustles to save the ball be- fore it goes out of bounds. Varsity Boys’ Basketball 59 When The Going Gets Tough When the 1982-83 bas- ketball season began, first-year coach Barry Morehead assembled a varsity girls’ basketball team of sure- fire determination. Having faced a year with a tough schedule, the Hawks suffered some disappointing losses along with posting several im- pressive victories. The burden of leadership fell on the shoul- ders of four veterans — seniors Monique Fennell, Pam Gustin, and Tandy Young and sopho- more Jan Ulmer. The perfor- mance of the Lady Warhawks depended somewhat on this quartet; however, the bench provided skill which deserves much merit. Offensively, the team relied heavily on the sharpshooting of Jan Ulmer, who averaged double figures per game. Defensively, Moni- que Fennell and Tandy Young were key figures in the man-to- man and also in the zone. One highlight of the season was winning the sportmanship award in the Warhawk Invita- tional where the Hawks also captured the third place title by defeating Andrew Jackson 54-23. Overall, when the going got tough this year, the Lady Warhawks really got going! Jan Ulmer fake pumps the opponent before putting up her shot. Jan Ulmer releases her shot with much ease. 60 Varsity Girls’ Basketball Carmen Long, a junior, sets her eye on the basket before shooting. Jan Ulmer makes a desperate shot for the basket. Jan Ulmer makes a desperate shot for the basket. Lesley Foster, a senior, practices her shot before the start of the game. Varsity Girls’ Basketball 61 Coach Morehead plans the next quar- ter’s strategy with his team. Coach Barry Morehead discusses the new plan during a time-out. Senior Lesley Foster leaps to bat the ball away from College Prep. 62 Varsity Girls5 Basketball Senior Pam Gustin looks on as sopho- more Jan Ulmer releases the ball for an easy two. 3 Wins 15 Losses Holly Hill Academy 29-35 Willington Academy 29-31 Wade Hampton 23-43 Beaufort Academy 18-32 First Baptist 41-60 Bowman Academy 38-49 Andrew Jackson 54-23 Sea Pines Academy 23-56 Thomas Heyward 40-51 Hammond Academy 21-87 College Prep 40-26 Willington Academy 33-36 Thomas Heyward 29-34 Hammond Academy 19-90 College Prep 44-24 First Baptist 26-52 Beaufort Academy 36-42 Wade Hampton 27-60 Coach Barry Morehead and wife pro- vide the team with much support. Jan Ulmer uses her excellent drib- bling to beat the opponent. Carmen Long, a junior, rolls her eyes as she watches her freethrow sink through the net. Varsity Girls’ Basketball 63 Practices Prove To Be Rewarding Under the excellent coaching of Doug Beck- hart, the J.V. Boys’ bas- ketball team did a fine job of executing this season. Led by sophomore Shan Pye and freshman Danny Beach, the team exhibited much individ- ual talent but found it difficult to unite these skills when play- ing as a team. Several games were lost in the final seconds, much to the disappointment of the players, who continued to play with enthusiasm and de- termination throughout the season. At the end of the sea- son, all players agreed that the long, hard practices had prov- en to be very rewarding. Billy Ritter, a freshman, makes a move toward the basket to receive the ball. Freshman Danny Beach takes a jump- er from outside in hopes that it will add two points. Bubba Williams, a sophomore, prac- tices his jump shot before the game. 64 J.V. Boys’ Basketball Billy Ritter hustles down court while thinking over the upcoming play. These team members all seem very interested in play on the court. 2 Wins 10 Losses Holly Hill 20-23 Willington Academy 25-27 Wade Hampton 30-38 Beaufort Academy 23-28 First Baptist 27-24 Sea Pines Academy 22-46 College Prep 35-21 Willington Academy 33-40 College Prep 29-39 First Baptist 17-51 Beaufort Academy 24-25 Wade Hampton 29-35 J.V. Boys’ Basketball 65 For The Fun Of It The J.V. Girls’ basketball team acquired a new coach for the 1982-83 sea- son. Mrs. Mildred Ulmer, who had played for North Green- ville College, came in to guide the Little Lady Warhawks. By the end of the season, she felt that the girls had learned the fundamentals of basketball and how to play as a team. The squad showed tremendous de- termination and effort throughout the season even though they were not very suc- cessful on the scoreboard. After all, winning should not be the most important aspect of play- ing sports, trying should! Wendy Litchfield leaps into the air to tip the ball to one of her teammates. Connie Craven hustles down court to keep Willington from scoring an easy two. 66 J.V. Girls’ Basketball Mary Gustin shoots her freethrow with high hopes of adding one more point. Carole McCants and Wendy Litch- field try to double team before the shot is released. Sara Gustin smiles for the camera as a Patriot player calmly awaits the freethrow. Coach Mildred Ulmer discusses the strategy with her team for the upcom- ing game. 0 Wins 10 Losses Holly Hill 14-39 Willington Academy 7-37 Wade Hampton 11-36 Beaufort Academy 13-25 Sea Pines Academy 8-45 First Baptist 11-32 Willington Academy 18-31 First Baptist 13-19 Beaufort Academy 18-23 Wade Hampton 19-38 J.V. Girls’ Basketball 67 In The Spirit Of The Sport When the going got tough this year, the Varsity Cheerleaders showed everyone the true meaning of school spirit. A large part of the success of ath- letics is based on the support the team gets from its fans, and the 1982-83 cheerleaders proved themselves to be some of the most loyal Warhawk supporters. Although their job was one which required smiles when smiles were difficult, en- ergy when energy was at a low, and optimism when there seemed to be no hope, the cheerleaders backed their teams at both home and away games, clearly voicing pride in the Warhawks. During the summer, the cheerleaders spent four days at a camp sponsored by the Na- tional Cheerleaders Associ- ation. They found out that cheering is not just leading chants and building pyramids; it is also a chance to make friends. Although the members of this year’s squad sometimes disagreed on things, they soon forgot their differences and re- mained close friends. Back Row: Tandy Young, Paige Farish, Paulette Warren, Lesley Foster, Angela Southard, Grace Ann Mitchell, Front Row: Paige Grayson — Co-Captain, Becky Sams — Captain, Hawkman, Marsha McGinnis, Rhonda Johns 68 Varsity Cheerleaders The cheerleaders are covered with pies after losing a contest with the football players during the first pep rally of the year. The girls actually received more than they had antici- pated. The cheerleaders, a group of close friends, take a break from the football game. The varsity cheerleaders perform in the competition at the football jambo- ree. With ten squads participating, the Warhawks won the third-place tro- phy- After a long four days at camp, they show their ribbons and spirit stick. While at cheerleader camp, sponsor Helen Riddle shows that she too has cheerleading abilities. Varsity Cheerleaders 69 Spirit Runs High At the end of the Homecoming pep rally, Cindy Smith and Kim Headden proudly sing the Alma Mater and sig- nal that “our own Academy” is 1. The job of the cheerleader is one that requires a great deal of time and en- ergy. Cheerleaders must prac- tice, paint posters, and attend the many games. Despite it be- ing so time consuming, the role is very enjoyable. In the sum- mer the J.V. cheerleaders took some time out of their vaca- tioning activities to attend camp at Columbia College. Each day they were evaluated on cheers they had learned and on home cheers. They received three superior ribbons and one excellent ribbon for their per- formances. They also won the spirit stick on two occasions. The highlight of the week at camp was on the final day. Each squad’s sponsor did cheers and a pyramid for the entire camp. Mrs. Susan Up- church, the J.V. sponsor, and Mrs. Helen Riddle, the sponsor for the varsity squad, were the best ones there. They were even dressed in Warhawk uni- forms! Many thanks go to these dedicated sponsors for their support throughout the year. 70 J.V. Cheerleaders Top Row: Carmen Sauls, Becky Bennett, Middle Row: Allyson Haynes. Jill Griffin, Kristi Connelly — Captain, Kim Headden, Bottom Row: Cindy Smith, Elizabeth Biggers, Sherrie Rizer — Co-Captain, Ashley Hudson Ashley Hudson, Elizabeth Biggers, Sherrie Rizer, and Jill Griffin perform a dance routine to “Pac-Man Fever” during the half-time of a football game. J.V. Cheerleaders 71 '3§«s Varsity Football Captains: Mark Eley Roger Thomas Back Row: Roger Thomas, Mark Eley. Middle Row: Steve Ashley, Jeff Stewart, Patrick Dawson, Brantley Strickland, Scott Rizer, Harold Blocker, Philip McNair, Bubba Bishop, Richard Schlesser, Cal Griffin, Front Row: Glenn Beach, Joey Ritter, Shan Pye, Randy Warren, Billy Ritter, Reggie Woods, Barry Stewart, Todd Hudson, Robbie Free, Keith War- ren, Benjy Black j.v. Football Team Leaders: Rob Young David Glenn Back Row: Coach Axson, Billy Ritter, Matthew Addison, Robert McNair, Jeff Balish, Ned Willis, Marc Warren, Chris Carter, Bill Altman, Scott Halter, David Glenn, Danny Beach, Coach Alewine, Coach Beckhart Middle Row: Grayson Smyly, Ward Ulmer, Duke Hipp, Ben Graham, Brian Strickland, Jimmy Hiott, Brown McLeod, Sean Knight, Wayne Pograski, Rob Young, Scott Fennell, Billy Howell, Scott Hiott Bottom Row: Whit Carter, Kip Hooker, Stephen Padgett, Gene Simmons, Scott Turner, Michael Warren, Chad Brightwell, Michael Hiott, Heath Griffith, Tuck McConnell, John Hamilton, Jamie Strickland, Brett Handegan 72 Group Shots Varsity Boys’ Basketball Captain: Mark Eley Back Row: Philip McNair, Harold Blocker, Joey Ritter, Bert Snyder, Todd Hudson, Glenn Beach, Coach Beckhart Front Row: John Bennett, Mark Eley, Bubba Bishop, Trent Copeland, Benjy Black Varsity Girls’ Basketball Captains: Monique Fennell Tandy Young Back Row: Pam Gustin, Lesley Foster, Laura Goodwin, Jan Ulmer, Susan Thomas Middle Row: Melanie Easterlin, Vicki Strickland, Monique Fennell, Tandy Young, Coach Morehead Front Row: Carmen Long, Allison Dyches, Lisa Avant, Beth Powers Group Shots 73 J.V. Boys’ Basketball Team Leaders: Danny Deach Shan Pye i Back Row: Bubba Williams, Brown McLeod, Jimmy Hiott, Billy Ritter, David Glenn, Beau Turner, Coach Beckhart Front Row: Shan Pye, Danny Beach, Heath Griffith, Gene Simmons, Ward Ulmer, Duke Hipp, Brian Strickland, Not pictured: John Hamilton J.V. Girls’ Basketball Captains: Carole McCants Connie Craven JCCit 12 ■ Back Row: Wendy Litchfield, Debbie Powers, Robin Jones, Connie Craven, Kim Headden, Cindy Smith, Coach Ulmer Front Row: Mary Gustin, Sara Gustin, Traci Warren, Melody McGinnis, Carole McCants, Wendy Hiott 74 Group Shots Back Row: Harold Blocker, Mark Socha, Sheldon Girardeau, Jamie Smoak, Robbie Robertson, Joey Ritter, Mark Eley, Pat Dawson Front Row: Johnny Smoak, Mark Davis, Rusty Craven, John Hydrick, Trent Copeland, Bert Snyder, Walter Hiott, Bubba Bishop Back Row: Richard Mashburn, Joey Craven, Billy Ritter, Bert Snyder, Robbie Free, Marc Warren, Beau Turner, Reggie Woods, Jimmy Hiott, Keith Warren Front Row: Ward Ulmer, Clint Chewning, George Long, Kevin Young, Jamie Strickland, John Hamilton, Rob Young, Gene Simmons l Varsity Baseball MVP: Robbie Robertson j.v. Baseball MVP: Bert Snyder Group Shots 75 Softball Captain: Monique Fennell Back Row: Coach Hartshorn, Candace Goodwin, Michelle Lasseter, Lisa Smyly, Dawn Hudson, Susan Thomas, Laura Goodwin, Coach Taylor Front Row: Vicki Strickland, Carole McCants, Wanda Woods, Gwen Murdaugh, Monique Fennell, Kristi Connelly, Cheryl Davis Golf MVP: Philip McNair Bubba Williams, Billy Howell, Scott Halter, Scott Rizer, Tuck McConnell, Brett Handegan Not pictured: Philip McNair. 76 Group Shots Girls’ Tennis MVP: Kelly Rister Back Row: Pam Gustin, Carmen Long, Mary Anne Hudson, Grace Ann Mitchell. Lesley Foster, Tandy Young Front Row: Caroline Werntz, Cindy Kinard, Sara Gus- :in, Mary Gustin Not Pictured: Kelly Rister, Camie Hughes Benjy Black, Brown McLeod, Tuck McConnell, Todd Buddin, Glenn Beach, Van Boynton Not Pictured: Jimmy Mitchell, Gary Headden, Madison Utsey Group Shots 77 Up And Coming Champs Every Saturday morning, for six weeks, many youngsters traveled to Warhawk gymnasium to par- ticipate in Saturday morning basketball. There were six girls’ teams and six boys’ teams. The teams were coached by the varsity girls’ and varsity boys’ basketball teams. This morning clinic gives the young- sters lots of experience. These players will be the up and com- ing champs of John C. Calhoun Academy. A mass of girls race after the loose ball, Nicole Ray is held back by Holly Net- tles before moving in the jumper’s cir- cle. 78 Sat. Morning Basketball I Sat. Morning Basketball 79 A Time For Us (Above) On the pitcher’s mound, senior Robbie Robertson prepares to hurl a strike. (Top) At a scrimmage against Hol- ly Hill, Bubba Bishop stretches to gain extra yardage. (Above) Junior Varsity basketball players warm up before the Will- ington game. 80 Candids School is not all fun and games. Students must also face the facts in their individual classrooms. ABC’s and 123’s often pre- sent problems to the lower grades, while science and so- cial studies projects plague middle school students. Up- perclassmen are pressured with abounding homework and tests galore. There are many different faces seen around John C., 476 to be ex- act, and they all come to- gether to form one special group — the Warhawks of John C. Calhoun Academy. Facin’ Th e Facts Steve Ashley Paul Camburn Jodi Baggett Trent Copeland Bubba Bishop Scott Crosby Harold Blocker Patrick Dawson So many faces in and out of my life. Some will last, some will just be now and then. Life is a series of hellos and goodbyes — I’m afraid it’s time for goodbye again. — Billy Joel Anne Dodd Mark Eley Sec. Tres. — Tandy Young Vice-Pres. — Paige Farish Pres. — Paulette Warren 82 Seniors Lesley Foster, Paulette Warren, and Becky Sams sleep on the pew and dream about??? Who says men are superior to wom- en? Carlton Progroski finds out the truth as Paige Farish and Tandy Young show him who is really more powerful. Seniors 83 A Beginning And An End On Tuesday, August 24, 1982, thirty-eight sen- iors reported to the gym for what was to be the first day of their last year at John C. All of them were undergoing different emotions. Some were experiencing feelings of sadness, while others were enjoying joy and relief. As they listened to Mr. Alewine explain new rules and school policies, each one wondered what lay ahead for him in his senior year. They were all dreading the task of filling out those college applications and then waiting in a cold sweat until finally receiving a reply. It’s a time for enjoying the senior privileges, the highly anticipated senior trip, and finally the last Jr.-Sr., but it is also a time for making momentous decisions. They have to begin thinking about an answer to the question, “What do I want to do with my life?” The senior year is all of these things, but much, much more. It is a time for growing up. It’s circus time and some seniors take advantage by “munching out” on cot- ton candy. Melissa Fulton and Philip McNair practice their public speaking using Mrs. Linder’s podium. Seniors Paul Camburn and Scott Crosby “hold up” the wall during a long Monday recess. Seniors 85 Senior Focus On. . . Gale Nettles, a 5 6” brunette, is the drum major of the John C. Calhoun Warhawk band. She has been a member of the band for eight years and is proficient at both the flute and the piccolo. She tried out for the position of drum major the summer before her junior year. She was required to perform a routine, compose two salutes, as well as lead the band through a routine. At first Gale was apprehensive about following in Stephanie Griffin’s footsteps, but soon she learned she couldn’t imitate Stephanie. She had to create her own unique style. Gale attended the USC Music Camp two years in a row where she missed the Best Drum Major Award by only one point. Also, she scored 94 out of a possi- ble 100 points in a marching contest. Her most emi- nent goal is to attempt to be drum major at the University of South Carolina. The eight years Gale has spent in the band have been the most memorable years of her life. She leaves the band with the hope that they will build back up to another state cham- pionship. To her successor, Lara Craven, she leaves some advise — “be your own person. Don’t even try to imitate Stephanie or me. You’ll never be happy until you are happy with yourself and your own style.” The TALON staff would like to wish Gale luck in her pursuits. Luke Erwin Paige Farish Donna Farrell Monique Fennell Lesley Foster Melissa Fulton Cal Griffin Pam Gustin 86 Seniors — Philip McNair and Trent Copeland, two of our zaniest seniors, party wher- ever they go. What is that unidentified flying object coming down the hall? Why, it’s Pat- rick Dawson and Monique Fennell displaying their usual “footloose and fancy-free” attitudes. A typical day for Philip McNair and Melissa Fulton whose usual hangout is Mrs. Linder’s window. Seniors 87 You’ Seniors ve Come A Long Way MMB I. Steve Ashley, 2. Jodi Baggett, 3. Bubba Bishop, 4. Harold Blocker, 5. Paul Cam- burn, 6 Trent Copeland, 7. Scott Crosby, 8. Pat Dawson, 9. Anne Dodd, 10. Mark Eley, II. Luke Erwin, 12, Paige Farish, 13. Donna Farrell, 14. Monique Fennell, 15. Lesley Foster, 16. Melissa Fulton, 17. Cal Griffin, 18. Pam Gustin, 19. Shawne Headden, 20. Rhonda Johns, 21. Dowl Knight, 22. Philip McNair, 23. Gale Nettles, 24. Carlton Po- groski, 25. Beth Powers, 26. Scott Rizer, 27. Becky Sams, 28. Richie Schlesser, 29. Lisa Smyly, 30. Jeff Stewart, 31. Brantley Strick- land, 32. Vicki Strickland, 33. Roger Thom- as, 34. Paulette Warren, 35. Sissy Watson, 36. Wanda WToods, 37. Tandy Young 30 : Baby! Seniors 89 Senior Focus On. . The only Eagle Scout in John C. is senior Carl- ton Pogroski. He was presented with his award February 2,1981 by his grandfather. The Eagle Scout is the highest award in scouting. It took Carl- ton five years to obtain the twenty-one merit badges required to achieve success. From the fifty-six merit badges Carlton earned, oceanography, aviation, den- istry, atomic energy, and dog care were his favorites. Carlton won’t be the only Eagle Scout for long. His brother Wayne, is to be presented with his own Eagle Scout later on in the year. Carlton’s favorite parts of scouting are the camping trips and instructing the younger scouts. He encourages all boys to join a troop because of the experience it provides. It teaches one respect, citizenship, congeniality, as well as just learning how to enjoy one’s self. Dowl Knight Philip McNair Beth Powers Scott Rizer Rhonda Johns Shawne Headden Gale Nettles Carlton Pogroski Becky Sams Richie Schlesser 90 Seniors Carlton Pogroski watches as Donna Farrell explains a problem to Gale Nettles and Lisa Smyly. A conscientious student, Shawne Headden takes her schoolwork to great heights. Q- A. A. Seniors What do you think you will be doing in ten years? Lesley Foster — “I plan to be married with one little girl named Meagan Foster something and also one boy named Madison, even if I don’t marry Madison, because I just love the name. My husband will be a millionaire and 111 be driving a Mercedes con- vertible.” Vicki Strickland — “Hopefully I’ll be a very successful physical therapist, married to Mark and have at least one Markie Jr. run- ning around the house.” A cute couple, Mark Eley and Vicki Strickland are always together. A few seniors enjoying a cram ses- sion during lunch. Brantley Strickland and Steve Ashley are always clowning around. Somebody thought Rhonda Johns needed help fixing her hair. 92 Seniors Trent Copeland counsels his favor- ite couple, Tandy Young and Bubba Bishop. These seniors decide to use their study hall for a change. The seniors were surveyed in dif- ferent facets of their life. Fifty- three percent of the seniors were able to take time out of their busy schedule to work. Forty-seven percent aren’t employed. On the dating side of life, eighty-two percent believe it is a healthy idea to go steady, while eighteen percent pre- fer to play the field. Of those surveyed, thirty-eight percent were “steadies.” Not surprisingly, seventy-nine per- cent of the class of ’83 were involved in athletics. Thirty-five percent play basketball, twenty-nine percent “tack- led” football, twenty-one percent were powderpuffers, softball claimed eigh- teen percent, fourteen percent cheer the teams on, while nine percent played tennis, and six percent enjoy the game of golf. The ambitious class of 1983 plans to send ninety-seven percent of its mem- bers to college. The remaining three percent plans to attend a tech school or to proceed directly into the profes- sional world. All this work is driving Mark Eley crazy! Seniors 93 Senior Focus On. . . A talented journalist in the senior class is Don- na Farrell. As features editor on the WAR- HAWK staff, Donna has always been inter- ested in writing. When Mrs. Blocker informed Donna about the Electric Co. Coop essay contest, she decid- ed to enter. She was amazed when she was called back for the finals. There she was judged on her poise and appearance. Donna won the contest as well as a trip to Washington, D.C. Four states (Ga., Ala., S.C., Fla.) were represented, four hundred students in all, including twenty-two from S.C. They were required to write a paper on the Electric Coop and its history. Again Donna showed her skill as an essayist by win- ning first place statewide. She won a $200 scholar- ship to any college of her choice. Donna’s favorite part of her week was meeting so many new people, many of whom she still keeps in touch. Her exper- iences have helped her decide to enter into a career in journalism. Lisa Smyly Jeff Stewart Brantley Strickland Vicki Strickland Roger Thomas Paulette Warren Sissy Watson Wanda Woods Tandy Young 94 Seniors Some Seniors regress into days of early childhood . . . Another interesting recess? Trent Copeland, Bubba Bishop, and Scott Rizer seem to think so. . .. and with a crushing blow, land in the midst of reality. Seniors 95 96 Seniors Mr. And Ms. Warhawk Mr. and Ms. Warhawk, Becky Sams and Brantley Strickland, were everything the name given to them means. They were always congenial, conscientious, dependable, witty — representing each of the characteristics fully. Each was an outstanding senior in- volved in sports and other extracurricular ac- tivities. Becky was head cheerleader, co-edi- tor of the TALON, and a member of the NHS. Brantley played football, was a member of the Broadcast club, and also sports editor of the WARHAWK. Becky plans to attend Clemson University, while Brantley plans to follow the Gamecocks at the University of South Carolina. Good luck to both Becky and Brantley! Superlatives 97 Most Athletic Because of Monique Fennell’s and Mark Eley’s involvement in sports, they were cho- sen most athletic. Both hated the idea of leav- ing sports after graduation. As a result, both have hopes of continuing with sports in col- lege. Most School-Spirited The spirited seniors were Lesley Foster and Trent Copeland. Both were involved in sports and other outside activities. Wherever spirit was lagging, they were there to fire it up! Most Conscientious Becky Sams and Dowl Knight were always willing to accept anything new. They com- mitted themselves fully to any task given to them. You could always depend on Becky and Dowl! 98 Superlatives Wittiest The senior class comics were Jodi Baggett and Philip McNair, They continuously kept the class in stiches. Laughter could always be heard whenever they were near. Their senses of humor kept everyone going through all times! Most Congenial Paulette Warren and Patrick Dawson were chosen as most congenial. They exhibited the qualities of congeniality by the smiles on their faces and with a hello for everyone. This year, the Daughters of the American Revolution chose Rhonda Johns as Miss DAR. This is an annual award given to an outstanding senior girl. Congratulations Rhonda!! Superlatives 99 Pres. — Randy Addison Tres. — Allison Reeves Sec. — Carmen Long V. Pres. — Benjy Black Jumpin’ Juniors Do It! Randy Addison Glenn Beach John Bennett Benjy Black Van Boynton John Bryan Todd Buddin Rodney Cummings Laura Goodwin Paige Grayson Along with the usual “firsts” the eleventh grade brings — class rings, term papers, decorating for Jr.-Sr., and SAT’s — the class of ’84 introduced a new first. They reached their goal of $12,000 in the magazine sales! This was especially an accomplishment since the class only consisted of 29 members. Other pro- jects, including doughnut sales, were planned to raise more money. With the money they raised, the Juniors gave the Seniors a Jr.-Sr. they would never forget! Everyone felt that all the hard work was worth it! The left-over money went toward a senior trip. 100 Juniors Lesli Howell Todd Hudson Vicky Jones Carmen Long Grace Ann Mitchell Gwen Murdaugh Brad McMillan Winky McWhirter It’s not only the lower school who enjoys the see- saw. Todd Hudson and Benjy Black try their luck at staying atop it. Allison Reeves Joey Ritter Jenny Savela Jeff Searson Kathleen Simmons Robin Simmons Melissa Smith Angela Southard Randy Warren The Juniors make much of their money from the canteen. They each take turns working in it. Some- times it gets hectic, but Paige Grayson and Reggie Woods look as if they are capable of handling it. Juniors 101 Sophomore Year, Easier Or Harder? Robbie Free — Pres. Kim Moody — V. Pres. Marsha McGinnis — Sec. Barry Stewart — Tres. Bill Altman Lisa Avant Joey Craven Lara Craven Beth Crosby Darlene Crosby Allison Dyches Melanie Easterlin Yvette Floyd Robbie Free Ben Graham Keith Hadwin Scott Halter Kevin Hinton Kim Hiott Dawn Hudson Lynn Hudson Marsha McGinnis Kim Moody Kelly Mosley 102 Sophomores Sallie Neal Wayne Pogroski Looks like it’s going to be sometime before Marsha McGinnis, Lisa Avant, and Melanie Easterlin de- cide to open the door. Wanda Priester Shan Pye Prissy Ramsey David Ritter Cathy Sams Grayson Smyly Bert Snyder Barry Stewart Susan Thomas Mickie Turner Rhett Turner Jan Ulmer Bernard Walker Keith Warren Bubba Williams Ned Willis Rob Young Remember the old adage, “the higher you go, the harder it gets”? Well, this year the sopho- mores disagreed with that statement. They were in total agreement that the tenth grade was definitely easier than the ninth. On the weekends, most sophomores elected not to stay in Wal- terboro. Road trips to Charleston to see movies proved to be a popular pas- time. The highlight of their sopho- more year was receiving night licenses, and of course, Jr.-Sr. weekend. Sophomores 103 Pres. — Robert McNair V. Pres. — Brown McLeod Sec. — Billy Howell Tres. — David Glemn The Bigger The Better! Matt Addison Penny Altman Jeff Balish Danny Beach Scarlet Boatwright Greg Bryan Kathy Bryan Kristi Connelly Connie Craven Jodi Crosby Mary Kate Dean Chris Dodd Dianne Flowers David Glenn Jill Griffin Heath Griffith Mary Gustin Sarah Gustin Brett Handegan 104 Freshmen This year’s freshmen class had a very special charac- teristic. They were by far the largest grade in the entire school! As well as being the lar- gest class, they were also very athletic. Almost every member was involved in some sort of ath- letic activity. The students couldn’t wait to receive their dri- ver’s licenses. No more depending on Mom and Dad! Kim Headden Michelle Headden Laurette Hinton Henry Hiott Jimmy Hiott Lori Hiott Scott Hiott Duke Hipp Donna Hoats Deena Holland Kip Hooker Billy Howell Lisa Hudson Michael Hughes Julie Johnson Deanne Jones Cindy Kinard Carole McCants Sandy McClure Tanya McClure Tuck McConnell Brown McLeod Robert McNair Michelle Morris Brian Reeves Billy Ritter Sherrie Rizer Johnny Rodgers Sonya Smoak Ward Ulmer Pm sure Jimmy Hiott, Heath Griffith, and Tuck McConnell would never dream of sneaking away from school! Caroline Werntz Cheryl Wood Freshmen 105 Babies Once Again Pres. — Scott Moody V. Pres. — Marc Warren Sec. — Melody McGinnis Tres. — John Hamilton Monica Avant Joi Bunton Chris Carter Tony Caruso Clint Chewning Melanie Crosby Madison Farrell Stephanie Grant Jennifer Guilford John Hamilton Robbie Hogan Michelle Hughes Joan Johnson Robin Jones Thomas Rowe vigorously attempts to intimidate some unknown person. KiKi Kinard Sean Knight Carla Lawson George Long 106 8th Grade Melody McGinnis Scott Moody Kevin Young and Marc Warren did not see or hear anything. Shawn Murphree Johnnie Neal Karen Nettles Leslie Padgett Stephen Padgett Bart Phillips Julianna Pogroski Debbie Powers Thomas Rowe Gene Simmons Brian Strickland Helana Strickland Jaymie Strickland Beau Turner Scott Turner Marc Warren Traci Warren Kevin Young Well, they finally made it to the high school building! Was it worth it? Most eighth graders seemed to think so. The only disad- vantage to being in this building was being the youngest once again. Fortu- nately, the pleasures being in the high school building overcame the sadness of being treated like babies. Health seemed to be the favorite subject because of the activities they did which exemplified the chapters they were studying. For the sports and recreation chapter they were allowed to spend a class period playing soft- ball. They look forward to becoming freshmen next year. 8th Grade 107 Athletics Excite Seventh Graders Becky Bennett Elizabeth Biggers Chad Brightwell Kim Carter Benji Crosby James Farrell Scott Fennell Jamie Gahagan Amy Goehring Allen Gustin Allyson Haynes Benjie Herndon The seventh graders real- ly do love their school with all their hearts! Billy Ray Herndon Toby Hinton Matt Hiott Mike Hiott Wendy Hiott Toni Hooker Ashley Hudson A group of seventh grad- ers “chit-chat” in their corner of the lunchroom. 108 7th Grade Wendy Litchfield Willie Morris Baseball fever even found its way to John C.! Robbie Murdaugh eagerly awaits his pitch. Robbie Murdaugh Holly Nettles Pattie O’Bryant Shan Padgett Scott Pellum Jason Reeves Chris Rowe Sandy Sanders Carmen Sauls DeeAnn Simmons Cindy Smith Lynn Smith Net Turner Michael Warren Bud Williams The seventh grade was just one more example of a happy class at John C. They were so excited at the prospect of being able to partici- pate in J.V. sports and cheering. The majority of seventh graders utilized their recesses either by cramming for a test, eating, or just talking. Night life begins early at John C. The seventh graders enjoy a pizza after a game or a movie on Saturday night. 7th Grade 109 Changing Classes Is Chatter Time Kevin Beach Barbara Brand Neil Caruso Scott Craven Wayne Crosby Patrick Dantzler The bathroom in the lunchroom provides a ha- ven for this group of sixth grade girls. Jay DeLoach Renee Dennis Christy Dopson Allen Dulaney J.J. Evans Todd Fennell Amy Gentry What strong men! The sixth grade boys easily support their feather-light ladies. Scott Glenn 110 6th Grade The sixth grade is a very busy year for most eleven and twelve year-olds. The adjust- ments come in not only changing classes, but also in becoming accus- tomed to four new teachers and each one’s method of teaching. The students loved changing classes. It provided a time to exchange a secret with a close friend or to just “cut up” for four minutes. Most sixth graders were of the opinion that sci- ence was the hardest subject, but only because of the complicated new science book. Jeff Grant Samuel Hardee Cecilia Hiott It’s the beginning of an- other day, but Patrick Dantzler and Samuel Har- dee pause outside for a few minutes. Eric Irvin Bubba Jones Jimmy McCants Mary Morris Allison Nettles Bert Reeves Michael Ritter Leha Robertson Stacey Robertson Lesi Rodgers Steve Smyly Daryl Smoak Tammy Steedly Christy Steele Brian Thomas K.J. Varnadoe Emily Warren Toni Wilson Jill Wood 6th Grade 111 Fifth Grade Is Smaller, But Closer La Jean Alewine Grayson Altman Chad Britt Angie Broach Jamie Bryan Whit Carter Kevin Crosby Stacey Dandridge Kenny Dantzler Chris Drawdy Allison Fennell Lisa Fennell Matt Free Heather Gahagan Beth Gaskin Allen Goehring The fifth graders had a wonder- ful year! They really enjoyed being in smaller classes which brought them closer. It also allowed for much less confusion and noise. Everyone was surprised at the amount of homework they were re- sponsible for each night — it was much less! Most of the students were very active after school. The activities varied from piano lessons to dancing, gymnastics to horse- back-riding, and all sports. This is what I call style! In- stead of laboring at the books, these fifth graders de- cided to soak up the sun on the football field. 112 5th Grade Candy Halter Keri Holmes Terri Hudson Mr. Muscle Man himself, Michael Smith demon- strates his Incredible Hulk impression. Heath Jones Stephanie Linder Kevin Litchfield Hope McGrady Melodie Pearce Michael Smith Julie Stamper Becky Stewart This group of girls gather together to talk over the day’s latest gossip. The good scoops never get past them! Kim Strickland Eric Warren Cam Werntz Donice Williams Tara Ulmer 5th Grade 113 Everett Bootle Chris Brand Drew Brightwell Jimmy Burgess Melissa Craven Suzi Crosby Tanya DeWitt Sonya Easterlin Barry Farrell Debra Glenn We Finally Made It To The Middle School! Allison Goehring Timothy Godwin Kenneth Greenwell Jamie Handegan Asher Howell Michelle Jones Wesley Jones Debra Glenn and Jamie Handegan get “caught” by our roving photographer as they leave the building. Jeanette Mixson 114 4th Grade Nikki Moore Edward Oswald Chrystal Padgett The fourth grade boys huddle up before begin- ning a lively game of cup- ball. Stacey Padgett Shannon Pellum Nicole Ray Toby Silber Kevin Smoak Obviously, this team won , the big cupball game. The ecstatic faces tell the com- plete story. Cameron Thomas Charla Valentine Shane Walker Michelle Woodard The swings provide a pop- ular gathering place for Debra Glenn and her friends. Having been used to being the oldest, the fourth graders found it hard to adjust to being babies once again. Finally, however, they grew accustomed to it The class had trouble deciding on their favorite part of the school year. They narrowed it down to drawing maps of continents, countries, and states, and performing science experiments. One of the best loved experiments was proving why boats float. Each of the fourth graders had something they loved best about their grade. Asher Howell appreciated being treated responsible enough not to have to walk in lines, while pep rallies were Jeanette Mixson’s favorite part. The derby day was a friendly, competitive way to end the year. 4th Grade 115 Rulers Of The Roost! Robby Baggett Ashley Biggers Dewayne Blackwell Jennifer Burgess Angela Butler Tommy Carroll Jennifer Carter J.J. Crosby Kevin Dantzler Witt DuPre Paige Fletcher Kristy Godley Virginia Greenwell Benjamin Hardee Paige Hiers Melissa Hinton “Friends forever” is the feeling that flows through this group of third grad- ers. Stephen Holland Skip Hudson The third graders, the oldest students in the primary build- ing, really enjoy the special po- sition this brought. They are looked up to by the younger students and are forever trying to set a good ex- ample. They loved the changes the third grade brought. A trip to the slide is a privilege they really prize. Everyone looked forward to the field day, which would end the year with a bang! 116 3rd Grade Jason Jones Shan Kinard Will Marvin Kristie Smith and J.J. Crosby playfully fight on the spider, while Scott Ulmer dubiously watches. Lee McConnell Kevin Miles Mikie Padgett Robbie Padgett Hope Poole Stephanie Pruitt Matt Rentz Gary Rhode Ian Saunders Kristie Smith Unfortunately, recess is over and it is time to re- turn to the books. Rebecca Speaks Detra Stanfill Laurie Steele Donna Stringfield 3rd Grade 117 Ready And Waiting For Anything Gordon Ackerman Jamie Ackerman Wade Adams Wes Adams Tiffany Bowen Pam Butler Kevin Crosby Ree DeLoach Lance Dennis Dan DuPre Cope Johnston, Felicia Fargnoli, Reagan Hiott, and Randee Ritter — four second graders sitting pretty on the bars enjoy- ing their recess. Felicia Fargnoli Jason Franklin Paige Headden Clark Hiott Reagan Hiott Grey Holmes Cope Johnston Jennifer Jones Leah Jones Mandy Jones 118 2nd Grade Wade Marvin Pat Padgett A favorite pastime for these girls — Leah Jones, Cassie Silber, and Jennie Smoak practice their culi- nary skills. Amit Patel Eakesh Patel What do the adjectives, “active, happy, peppy, and eager” re- mind you of? These are all words which are synonymous with the second graders. Most are involved in after-school activities such as dancing, football, and gymnastics. All of the second graders enjoy participating in a vigorous game of chase during recess. All were in unison that their favorite things about their grade were their teachers, Mrs. Hydrick and Mrs. Buckner. Randee Ritter Dargon Rowe Cassie Silber Jennie Smoak Chris Thompson Jenny Turner Jessie Walker Will he ever get off those swings? Jessie Walker be- gins to wonder if he will get his turn. Craig White Robin Worrell 2nd Grade 119 We’ve Just Begun To Learn Trey Asbell Ed Broach Amy Carter Richard Koontz and his friends build an elaborate complex of roads. Bonnie Cummings Another year has been completed, but to the first graders at John C., it feels as if it has just begun. It has been a full year spent learning many things. Learning to count mon- ey and to tell time were just a few among the many new ideas intro- duced. Science seemed to be the favor- ite subject, but math followed close behind. Exciting experiments were performed to demonstrate how air works, as well as to demonstrate how a rocket operates. The first grade had some very definite ideas on John C. It was unanimously decided that Mrs. Powers is “the best teacher in the whole wide world!” Jason Strickland and William Southard loved the work, the athletics, — the whole school in general! They ended the year with a picnic at the recreation center. Holly Griffith practices her gymnastics skills on the monkeybars. Steven English Walter Fralix Holly Griffith Katie Herndon 120 lst Grade Robyn Keller Richard Koontz Tiffany Bowen Lyn Moore Shane Polk Lindsey Robertson The merry-go-round has a full load this time around. There will be some dizzy girls when it stops! Brandon Sauls Brian Snead William Southard Jason Strickland Bert Sweat Scott Ulmer Joe Willie Webster Would these first graders scare you? As you can see, they are putting forth their best effort. 1st Grade 121 Kindergarteners Have Full First Year Colette Bailey Jon Baggett Leigh Anne Bennett Shanie Bercowit Bruce Blackwell Niki Crosby Marisa Dopson Jamie Floyd Elizabeth Friendly Daniel Garris Lisa Gentry Amy Godley Lindsey Hamilton Wanda Herndon Brandon Hiott Bobby Hiott Justin Hoff Stephen Hudson Mary Beth Hudson Elizabeth Anne Hughes Jay Judy India Martin Jennifer Mixon Laurel Anne Oswald As is common to them, the kinder- garten class was full of unbound- less energy. They turned this ener- gy toward learning the fundamentals of reading, writing, phonics, and numbers. This year the kindergarten was supplied with many exciting activities. Some en- joyed the annual ride on the fire truck the best, while others seemed to favor the field trips. One such excurtion was a trip to the Charleston Museum. Any kin- dergartener will tell you he loved his first year at John C! 122 Kindergarten Stephanie Padgett Jason Poole The tires prove to be an enjoyable pastime at re- cess as Wes Pye shows. Wes Pye Chad Rhode Patrick Ritter Chad Rowe Julie Sharp Richard Sheffield Stacey Sineath Brenda Smith Joel Smith Kimberly Smith Linda Smith Leigh Smoak Tamara Stanfill John Steele The see-saw often pro- vides fun entertainment for all ages. It is easy to see that Marty Watkins is en- joying himself. Shelly Trippe Kelly Ulmer Carmon Valentine Marty Watkins Jenny Williams Ashley Woodard Russ Yates Kindergarten 123 The Three Components Of J.C.C.A. Quite simply, John C. would not exist without its people — the hard working facul- ty, the concerned parents, and the industrious stu- dents. Separately they are special individuals; to- gether they are a big, lov- ing family. The students are searching for direction and gathering knowledge that is essential for their futures. Parents and facul- ty members aid them in reaching their desired goals. The three compo- nents together make a fine institution — John C. Cal- houn Academy. Stacey Sineath gets ready to Walter Fralix, a first grader, soars Nan Steadman prepares her spelling turn a flip on the monkey bars, to great heights. lesson for her fifth grade class. 124 Candids When the bell rings to change classes, the halls fill with the clatter of closing lockers, echo with salutes to one an- other, and once again be- come quiet after the late bell rings. Inside the classrooms, students turn their attention to their teachers and “hit the books.” Having the chance to receive individual atten- tion is one of the most im- portant advantages exper- ienced at John C. It allows the student to know who he is, what he believes in, and where he is heading. Al- though teachers require stu- dents to put forth their best effort, the work is well worth the benefits an education brings. Hittin’ The Books The Job Of A Headmaster Requires Various Skills The job of a headmaster is one that requires many skills. Not only does a headmaster have to keep disci- pline in the school, but he also has to work with the teacher, students, and parents to see that the school is offering the best possible education. Along with his two secre- taries, Mrs. Beach and Mrs. Litchfield, Mr. Alewine care- fully handles the problems as- sociated with every school day. Along with his other duties, Mr. Alewine also serves as the school’s football coach and athletic director. Needless to say, the job of headmaster is a time consuming one, and Mr. Alewine is a capable headmas- ter. Mr. Alewine works busily filling out some athletic forms. Mr. Alewine Headmaster 126 Headmaster Mrs. Beach has a smile on her face Mrs. Litchfield while waiting to eat the food in the Secretary Hardee’s bag. Mrs. Litchfield looks away while bus- ily working in the office. Staff 127 Of The Beginning The End Approximately three years ago, Mr. Alewine and the elementary teachers de- cided to change the reading se- ries for Kindergarten through third grade. After studying many different reading series, the teachers decided they liked the Lippincott series the best. The Lippincott books are much more advanced than the reading books the students were using; therefore, the change to Lippincott had to be a gradual one. A student can- not do well in the Lippincott Mrs. Powers explains a difficult as- signment to some first graders. series unless he has been in this series from the beginning of his education. The Lippincott books teach a larger vocabulary and spelling with the use of phonics. Kindergarten and first grade students started using Lippin- cott three years ago. The sec- ond grade began using it the next year. Finally, the third grade began using Lippincott this year. This ends the process of change in the lower school but begins the process in the middle school. Mrs. Black discusses Thanksgiving by using the mural the students drew. Mrs. Hiers Kindergarten Mrs. Warren Kindergarten Mrs. Hydrick Second Grade Mrs. Buckner Second Grade 128 Elementary Busily filing, Mrs. Warren stops to smile for a picture. Mrs. Mathis is sorting the stack of pa- pers she has just finished grading. Elementary 129 The Inbetween Stage The years a student spends in the middle school are ones of constant change. No longer are the students in grammar school, but neither are they in high school. The fourth graders are once again the youngest in the building while the seventh graders are on the verge of be- ing in high school. For the first time, students are allowed to play on school teams and re- present John C. as cheer- leaders. Also, when students reach the sixth grade, they are faced with the challenge of having four teachers and changing classes. All of these changes sometime make the middle school years an awk- ward, inbetween stage; never- theless, the majority of the stu- dents adjust easily to these many changes. Mrs. Beach and her brood of children pose for a portrait. ‘T cannot believe you do not under- stand.” Mrs. Riddle 6th and 7th Grade Social Studies Mrs. Beach Fourth Grade Mr. Axson 6th and 7th Grade Science 130 Middle School Mrs. Nettles takes a break from her duties as annual advisor. Mrs. Crook has a Coke and a smile during her lunch break. Mrs. Steadman and several students study a spelling lesson together. Mr. Lemacks 6th and 7th Grade Math and Music Appreciation Middle School 131 From Verbs To Chaucer Through English and com- position, students at John C. Calhoun Acade- my are taught the proper way to speak and write. Both courses strive to improve each student’s writing skills by as- signing countless essays, book reviews, and paragraphs. This, in turn, prepares the student for college by giving him a solid foundation in writing. Few students realize Litera- ture is another history course. The study of literature broad- ens the mind of the student by introducing him to new thoughts, ideas, and writing styles. By reading many differ- ent types of work, the student learns skills which will be help- ful to him in his writing. French and English are two languages that are very similar. Many English words are French words with slight vari- ations in spelling. Several Eng- lish grammatical rules are the same in French. The study of French helps the students with his English and vice versa. Mrs. Linder pauses during her work to pose for a picture. Mrs. Blocker works diligently using her Benjamin Franklin pen and her Citadel coffee mug. Mrs. Blocker Typing, 8th Grade Literature, and 9th and 11th Grade English Mrs. Linder 8th Grade Literature and 10th and 12th Grade English 132 Language Coach Beckhart Government Economics, Civics, and Senior Math Mr. Taylor World History, U.S. History, and American History Tomorrow’s History Most students think his- tory is only the study of the ancient past; however, they should realize very quickly history is much more. History is not only the study of the ancient past, but it is also the study of the recent past. History also consists of the world affairs which happened yesterday and the ones which Mr. Taylor makes use of his podium during his lectures. happened today. The students at John C. Calhoun Academy are helping to make history that will be in tomorrow’s his- tory books. The events of today will be read by student’s grand- children and great-grandchil- dren. Sooner or later the things happening today will be con- sidered part of the ancient past. Coach Beckhart stares at some un- known object while taking a break from work. History 133 Of Mixtures And Molecules Science and mathematics are two courses which are connected through the process of solving equations. Many mathematical rules are applied in science to solve equations which are a neces- sary part of science. Throughout all science courses, the student has to solve both simple and ad- vanced mathematical equa- tions. The abundance of equa- tions the student has to memo- rize and be able to solve de- pends upon the science course. Chemistry and physics require the solving of many problems whereas biology and some of the other sciences do not. Solving equations and prob- lems is something students will be doing for the rest of their lives. Through science and mathematics, they gain much needed practice to prepare them for tomorrow. Is Mr. Hartshorn another “mad” sci- entist? Mr. Hartshorn Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics s 134 Science Math Improves Reasoning Skills Hundreds of times a day, people use simple math- ematics in ordinary problems. Although this sim- ple arithmatic is the basis of all mathematical functions, a per- son must also learn to solve more difficult and advanced problems. Mrs. Hawes pauses during the record- ing of the latest test grades. By solving countless prob- lems and equations, a student improves his logical reasoning skills. These skills can be used to solve common, everyday problems. Arithmatic not only helps the student solve math- ematical problems, but many other problems as well. Mrs. Wimberley busily teaches math while Snoopy looks over the class- room. Mrs. Upchurch cleans out her desk drawers. Does she not realize a messy desk is the sign of a genius? Mrs. Wimberley Guidance counselor and Algebra I Mathematics 135 Miss Sophomore Dawn Hudson iss Eighth Grade elody McGinnis Miss Senior Becky Sams 1 ‘ I U I fS 11 1lh Miss Ninth Grade Carol McCants Miss junior Angela Southard I Miss f Paulette And The Winner Is . . . Young Miss Little Miss Michelle Morris Debra Glenn Wee Miss T Miss AC.C.A. India' Martin ' Gale fettles PATRONS John B. Tennant, J. Ryan Buddin, Dr. R.J. Herrin Dr. L.L. Erwin Jr., D.M.D. M.D.D. Gerald C. Smoak Lee Ray Moody Perry Buckner Paul Siegel David W. Hiott, W.E. Fender, Jr., B.C. Phillips, M.D. W. Walter Haynes, M.D. M.D. P.A. M.D. R.E. Jimison, George E. H. Moore, John A. Kinard, Jr. Joseph F. Flowers, O.D. DVM M.D, M.D. Robert B. Glenn, D.M.D. J. Frank Biggers, M.O. P.A. Carroll E. Griffin Thomas M. Howell, Jr. Kevin Campbell Thomas M. Rowe Wendell 0. Adams Clyde 0. Ackerman B. Ray Woodard Samuel M. Hazel, D.M.D. Auburn J. Bridge John B. Johnston, M.D. Mr. And Mrs. Jon P. Liles Bailey’s Pharmacy Dr. Allen N. 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Whatever you choose, accept our congratulations and best wishes on graduation. SCE G Ads 147 Hudson “Your Happy Shopping Store” fyantegarffi P.O. Box 260 261 Washington St. Ivanhoe Shopping Center Walterboro, SC 29488 Walterboro, SC 29488 Telephone 549-7908 Phone: 549-1561 Compliments Of ROBERTSON ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO. WALTERBORO SOUTH CAROLINA Compliments Of STRICKLAND’S DIXIE CLEANERS 549-5914 „ TT Charles Strickland One-Hour Service Hand Cleaning 419 Hampton St. On Request 148 Ads BORIS HURLBUTT AND ASSOCIATES INC. Consulting Foresters Rural Appraisers Real Estate Brokers Bells Hwy. Walterboro, SC Open For Breakfast 6 A.M.-10 A.M. McDonald's ™ I® 727 N. Jefferies Hwy. 64 15 Compliments Of WESTERN AUTO STORE Leon Gelson Van D. Hipp Main Office: Lucas Street Branch Office: Robertson Blvd. Hwy. 15 North Telephone: 549-1553 Ads 149 BILL BONE PHOTOGRAPHER Portraits — Commercial Color — Legal Photography Box 438, 321 Bells Hwy. Walterboro Phone: 549-5416 s LOWCOUNTRY OFFICE SUPPLY AND LOWCOUNTRY DATA SYSTEMS P.O. Box 138 Hwy. 15 N. Walterboro, SC Telephone — 549-2132 Compliments Of Jimmy Powers Southland Life Insurance Company 724 South Jefferies Blvd. Walterboro, SC 29488 Phone: Bus: 549-9536 Res: 549-1267 Compliments Of IDEAL RENTAL SERVICE 150 Ads To the Community Nation We offer our time and efforts. Skill Training $4,000.00 Educational bonus or, $1,500.00 Enlistment bonus State tuition assistance Three Officer programs Part time employment Call your local South Carolina National Guard Armory SOUTH CAROLINA Afttw national ouw RECRUITER sfc l eluott o'guinni |u� .; R1 UM fT fr. fc«flC, o c yuA HCtfU(jC04MM 873 4331 «T.4- BCKW WAIUIO� , S,C 2� 4 t Ads 151 FARMERS MERCHANTS Walterboro, SC Member F.D.LC. 152 Ads THE FRAME SHOP Custom Framing Conservation Restoration Of Fine Art Call For Appointment Saturday 549-7834 If No Answer: 549-1083 104 Valley — Walterboro Used Parts For All Makes And Models Free Teletype Service GARRIS AUTO SALVAGE Member Of: Auto Dismantlers Recyclers P.O. Box 5 Phones: Williams, SC 29493 562-2111 D.W. Garris, Jr. 943-2520 ASTEN-HILL CO. P.O. Box 5000 Walterboro, SC 29488 Compliments Of FRED PARKER FUNERAL HOME Walterboro Sympathetic Efficient Dependable Fair-pricing HARRISON ENTERPRISES New — Used Bicycles — Accessories Sales And Service 1649 Wichman St. Paul Harrison Phone: 549-1131 Ads 153 Compliments Of DAIRYLAND A Tradition Since 1949 Walterboro, SC THE PRESS AND STANDARD Printers Publishers Stationers Established 1877 113 Washington St. Walterboro, SC Telephone (803) 549-2586 M M PEST CONTROL Banded Member Of S.C.P.C.A. National Tel. 562-2030; Box 16 — Smoaks, SC Serving Colleton County For Over 20 Years Compliments Of The People At BESTEEL 154 Ads Compliments Of ENTERPRISE BANK OF S.C. 105 N. Jefferies Blvd. Walterboro, SC 549-5544 Ehrhardt, SC 267-3191 Or 267-4351 Member FDIC THE STYLING VILLA Pressie Leal Monday-Friday Unisex Styling Complete Redken Salon Retail Center 610 Greenridge Road Walterboro, SC 29488 Telephone: 549-5024 Ads 155 RUSSELL D. WARREN Building Materials Millwork — Paint Hardware P.O. Drawer 27 Williams, SC 29493 “Come To The Country And Save” Dial 562-2511 156 Ads Compliments Of UPCHURCH FOREST PRODUCTS Post Office Box 878 Walterboro, South Carolina Zip — 29488 Phone (803) 538-3829 COLLETON TILE CONCRETE CO. INC. Walterboro, SC JAMES W. SKARDON INSURANCE 148 South Jefferies BlvcL 158 Ads TIDEWATER LUMBER COMPANY, INC. Dorchester, SC 29437 563-4404 Buyers Of Pine Cypress Logs And Timber. Or 563-4050 Harry G. Ray William (Bill) Southard Owners Ads 159 MARION SAMS GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Industrial And Residential Construction P.O. Box 329 Walterboro, SC Phone: 549-7503 Rt. 1 Box 126 Edisto Beach, SC Phone: 869-2595 Tomorrow Is Here! actuated. And now you Ye looking for a solid future. jy Come get acquainted with the people at Stevens and choose from hundreds of challenging textile job opportunities for men and women. With Stevens, you’re part of one of America’s leading textile manufacturers. $ You Ye helping to produce some of the finest textiles in the world — from high fashU right up to astronauts’ space suits. M Contact the Personnel Department at the Stevens Plant most convenient to yotjjg and get ready for tomorrow! J.PStevens Co.,ln 83 plants in 8 states An E qual Opportunity Employer WALTERBORO MOTOR SALES CO. INC. Phone Box 1032 549-5583 Walterboro HOWARD E. THOMAS INC. P.O. Box 108 Walterboro Phone 549-5529 HUDSON-CROSBY TIRE SERVICE 549-5313 D QCW PHtDUC SA ©AWOGfl© Drawer 583 Walterboro and St. George Ads 161 People Serving People (That’s First Federal!) Serving The Lowcountry Since 1937 First Federal Savings And a Loan Association FSLIC Beaufort • Hampton • Hilton Head Island Ridgeland • Hardeeville • Walterboro Colophon The 1983 Talon was printed in Clarks- ville, Tennessee by Jostens Yearbook with a final press run of 365 copies. Each copy has 172 pages and a trim size of 7 %” X 10%”. The paper stock is Warren’s 100 pound matte. All photographs are printed by offset lithography with a 150 eliptical dot pattern screen. All professional portrait photographs, including the full color, were taken by Olan Mills Studios from Chattan- ooga, Tennessee. The cover is custom de- signed Craftline Embossed with Basin Blue Fabrikoid material with mission grain. The hawk is a gold metalay application with black overtone rub. All headlines are Cen- tury Schoolbook 18 and 36 pt. size. The captions and body copy are Century Schoolbook 9 pt. and 11 pt. MITCHELL CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. P.O. Box 569 Walterboro, SC 29488 (803) 549-7112 Commercial Buildings Industrial Construction James W. Mitchell President Member — American Gem Society HAYES JEWELERS, INC. 219 Washington St. Walterboro, SC 29488 Lewis C. Harris Phone 549-7212 Abe B. Harris Registered Jewelers ‘Wtevruuf, ’ “Dennis Kinard, Owner” 358 Washington St. Walterboro, SC 29488 Dial 549-1814 549-7739 Or 562-8472 HENRY A. CUMMINGS SONS P.O. Box 401 Ruffin, SC 29475 Grain Bins Dryers Hardware Muck-it’s Augurs Elevators Compliments Of BERRY BUILDING SUPPLY Ads 163 HIERS ELECTRICAL Compliments Of CONTRACTING CO. BERRY’S Residential And Commerical Wiring PACKAGE 504 Thompson St. SHOP P.O. Box 174 1202 Hampton St. Walterboro, SC 29488 Dial 549-5623 Or 549-2911 549-2335 Best Wishes From SONIC DRIVE-IN “We Don’t Start Cook’in Til We Hear From You.” Compliments Of HIOTT’S PHARMACY Brantley Beach Class Of 78 373 Washington St Walterboro, SC 164 Ads For excitement in Printing come to the place that does it best. . . Gahagan Print Shop (the blue building on Corn St.) Ads 165 Mixed Emotions Abound At JCCA The 1982-83 school year was one filled with mixed emotions ... joys, sor- rows, laughter, and tears. Stu- dents endured never ending homework and tests, celebrat- ed victories and suffered de- feats, enjoyed good times with friends, and painfully with- stood heartaches and disap- pointments. John C. Calhoun Academy was an institution for learning . . . scholastically, socially, athletically, and personally. Each member of the student body attended six classes daily to further his education. He made new friendships and Some second graders huddle together to keep warm in the cold weather. strengthened the old. He com- peted with others and learned to be disciplined and perser- vering. Through school and outside activities, the student learned more about himself and found the extent of his ca- pabilities. The students of John C. stood proud and confident when facing challenges and ob- stacles. Although they did not always succeed in their endeav- ors, they learned from their mistakes and triumphed in their accomplishments. De- spite all the students had to undertake, they remained the few, the proud, the Hawks! Mikie Padgett and Wesley Ulmer openly express their happiness to be outside. 166 Closing ■HMMPPVIHI Jeff Stewart, a zany senior, livens up the Broadcast Club with his crazy an- tics. Melissa Fulton gazes down the halls of John C. as she thinks of the many memories her senior year will hold. Closing 167 Alma Mater In our hearts, in Carolina, Stands our school so dear; And to you our Alma Mater, Our hearts are always near. Hail to thee our Alma Mater, Ever true we’ll be; Hail to thee dear John C. Calhoun, Our own Academy! Although they do not have their dri- ver’s licences, Toby Hinton and Mi- chael Hiott believe they can handle the bus. Paige Farish and Robert McNair are in a furious battle with Paulette War- ren and Luke Erwin. 168 Closing Melanie Easterlin and Dianne Flow- ers head for the lunchroom during the break. Scott Moody and Clint Chewning find eighth grade English to be very excit- ing. Closing 169 Stats Thoughts . . . Stats Thoughts STEPHEN BOBBY ASHLEY — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Weightlifting 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; Powderpuff Coach 4 DANICA JANE BAGGETT — Class V. Pres. 1; Softball X, 2, 4; Band 1, 2; V. Pres. 2; French Club 2, 3; Tres. 2; Pep Club 2; J. V. Basketball 2; Capt. 2; Manager 1; Best Offense 2; Volleyball 1; Powder- puff 1, 2; TALON Staff I; WARHAWK Staff 3, 4; Winthrop Challenge Team 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; V, Pres. 4; Who’s Who 3; Girls’ State Alternate 3; Society of Distinguished American High School Students 4; Senior Superlative; Chorus 4; Broadcast Club 4; Teacher-Student Basketball Game 3 Ever since kindergarten, JGCA has been my school of learning. I wanted to leave, but now X realize what a grave mistake it would have been. Looking back, I know that the student body really is “The Few, The Proud, The Hawks!” CHARLES EDWARD BISHOP — Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3,4; Basketball 2,3, 4; Golf 1, 2; Broad- cast Club 3; Big Four 3, 4 HAROLD DUANE BLOCKER — Football 1, 2,3, 4; All-Conference 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Best Defense 2; Powderpuff Coach 1, 2, 3, 4; Broadcast Club 2, 3, 4; Production Mgr. 4; Student Council 3, 4; Who’s Who 4 Too bad this is the last senior trip, ’cause I know you Juniors were looking forward to it, but that’s the breaks! PAUL SCOTT CAMBURN — J.V. Football 1, 2; Powderpuff Queen 4 HARRY TRENT COPELAND — Football 1; Mgr. 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Stu- dent Council 1, 4; Broadcast Club 3, 4; Pres. 4; Geometry Award 2; French Club 1, 2; Student Spotlight 1, 4; Who’s Who 4; Senior Superlative; TALON staff 1; Powderpuff cheerleader 3, 4; Big Four 3, 4 MICHAEL SCOTT CROSBY — WARHAWK Staff 4; Broadcast Club 4; NHS 4; Perfect Atten- dance 2, 3; Powderpuff Queen Candidate 4 PATRICK OLIVER DAWSON — Transferred from WHS; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Block C Club 2, 3; TALON Staff 3; WARHAWK Staff 3; Weightlifting Club 2, 3, 4; Silver Medal Warhawk Invitational Powerlifting Tournament 2; Broad- cast Club 4; Powderpuff Coach 2, 3, 4; Who’s Who 3; Senior Superlative; Boys’ State 3; Thanks to my parents for all they have done for me. I love you! ANNE ELIZABETH DODD — Band 1; Science Club 4; WARHAWK Staff 4; News Quiz 4; Baptist College Scholar 3; Furman Scholar 3; NHS 3, 4; Sec.-Treas. 4; Who’s Who 3, 4; Distinguished American High School Student 3, 4; Nat’l Merit Semi-Finalist 3; Nat’l English Award 4; Nat’l Math Award 4 MARK RANDALL ELEY — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Capt. 4; All Conference 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Hustle Award 1; Warhawk Invitational All-Star Team 4; Baseball 3, 4; French Club 2; Powderpuff Coach 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Big Four 3, 4 LUKE LATIMAR ERWIN III — Football 1; Pow- derpuff Cheerleader 1, 2 ELIZABETH PAIGE FARISH — TALON Staff 1, % 3, 4; Ads Editor 2; Co-Editor 3,4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; French Club 1; Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Sec. 3; V. Pres. 4; Who’s Who 3,4; Marshal 1, 2, 3; Softball I; Homecoming Queen 4; Senior Sponsor 2, 3, 4; Furman Scholar 3; P.C. Jr. Fellow 3; Wofford Scholar 4; Baptist Col- lege Scholar 3; Columbia College Scholar 3; Soci- ety of Distinguished American High School Stu- dents 3,4; English III Award 3; French II Award 2; Yearbook Award 3; S. SIX! DONNA LYNN FARRELL — Band 1, 2, 3; Pub- licity Mgr. 1, 2, 3; Block C Club 3; Most Improved 3; French Club 1, 2; Science Club 2; Science Fair Award 2; Broadcast Club 4; Assis. Director 4; WARHAWK Staff 1, 3, 4; Features Editor 4; Li- brary and Office Aid 1,2; NHS 4; Who’s Who 3,4; Nat’l English Merit Award 4; U.S. Nat’l Journal- ism Award 4; Wofford Scholar 4; Carolina Schol- ars Candidate 4; Francis Marion Scholars Semi- Finalist 4; FMC Patriot Scholar 4; FMC Recogni- tion Scholarship 4; Rural Electric Youth Tour 170 Sr. Directory Stats Thoughts . . Stats Thoughts Winner 3; WIRE Scholar 4; Winthrop Challenge SHAWNE DEVONNE HEADDEN -■ WAR Team 4; Class Sec. 2; Chorus 4 HAWK Staff 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Perfect Attendance 1, Thanks for all the help. I love you Momma and % 3, 4; Library and Office Aid 1, 2, 3. 4; French Daddy. Club 1, 2; Science Club 2; Miss JCCA Participant 2 KARYN MONIQUE FENNELL — Most Ira- RHONDA' LYNETTE JOHNS: — TALON'-Staff- proved French Award 2; Perfect Attendance 1; 3. 4; Business Mgr. 4;YVARHAWK Staff 3, 4: Busi- Basketbali 1, 2, 3, 4; J.V. Mgr. 3; Co-Capt 4; 2nd ness Mgr. 4; Cheerleader 4; Pep Club 2; French team Warhawk Invitational All-State team 3, 4; Club 1 2; Miss D AR 4; Winthrop Challenge Team Softball 2, 3, 4; Most Valuable Offensive Player 2; 4; NHS 3 4; Society of Distinguished American Capt 2, 3; Powderpuff 3, 4; Co-Capt. 3, 4; Rotary Students 3, 4; Award 3; Block C Club 2, 3; Senior Superlative; Thanks Mrs. Blocker for your help and encourage- Senior Sponsor 4; Office Aid 4. ment throughout the years. X Thanks to you mom, dad, and JGCA for 13 won- derful years! AUGUSTUS DOWL KNIGHT — Football 1; French Club 2; French Award 1, 3; NHS 3, 4; LESLEY CAROLYN FOSTER Cheerleader 1, Senior Superlative; Powderpuff Queen Candidate 2, 3, 4; Most Spirited 1; Tennis I, 2, '3, 4; Powder- 4 puff 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 4; Volleyball 1; Band 1; TALON Staff 1, 2, 3,4; Beauties Editor 3, 4; WAR- PHILIP KITCHINGS McNAIR IV — Football 4; HAWK Staff 3, 4; Roving Reporter 4; Broadcast Basketball 2, 3, 4; Golf 1 2, 3; All-Conference 2; Club 3, 4; Program Director 4; French Club 1} 2, 3; MVP 17 2, 3; Who’s Who 3; 'NEMA 4; Student Pres. 2, 3; NHS 3, 4; Student Council V. Pres. 3; Council Pres. 4; Broadcast Club 4; Assis. Producer Homecoming Candidate 4; Senior Sponsor 3, 4; 4; Powderpuff Cheerleader 3, 4; Senior Superla- Senior Superlative; Who’s Who 3 4; Society of five; Big Four 3, 4 Distinguished American High School Students 3, 4; Girls’ State Alternate 3; Chorus 4; Nat’l English KEITH LEWIS McROY — Football 1, 2; French Award 4; S SIX! Club 1, 2; Wrestling Team 2; Weightlifting Club 2, ; To the S. SIX, remember Clemson Road trips, our 3, 4; Jr. year, Railroad Daze, Homecoming party, and Thank you JCCA for the best years of my life! all of our memories. Thanks Mom and Dad, I love you! : PATRICIA GALE NETTLES — Band 1? % 3, 4; . Tres. 1; Drum Major 3, 4; Powderpuff 1, 2; French MELISSA ANN FULTON — Band 1, 2; WAR- Club L 2, 3; WARHAWK Staff 1, 4; Broadcast HAWK Staff 1; Pep Club 2; Volleyball 2; Miss Club 4; Miss JCCA Participant 3, 4; Miss JCCA 4; JCCA 3; French Club 3; Softball 4; Powderpuff 4 Homecoming Candidate 4; USC News Quiz Team 4; NHS 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American CARROLL EUGENE GRIFFIN, JR; - Football High School Students 3, 4; Governor’s Ail-Star I, 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, J; Most Improved Band Band 4; French Honorable Mention lr 2, 3; Solo Award 1; Governor’s All-Star Award 4 Ensemble 3, 4; Girls’ State Alternate 3 ‘T want to talk to you ’; Lara, remember the bald PAMELA WARREN GUSTIN — NHS 4; Basket- headed buzzard; 1978 Band state Championship; ball 1, 2, 4; Most Improved Player 2; Volleyball 1, Thanks JCCA for the best years of my life. 2; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Who’s Who 4; WARHAWK Staff 3, 4; News Editor 4; TALON Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; ELIZABETH KU.GLEY POWERS — Basketball Sports Editor 4; Broadcast Club 4; Nat’l Journalis- 1, 2, 4: J.V. Mgr. 4; V. Mgr. 3; NHS 3, 4; Pres. 4; tic Award 4; Pep Club 2; S. SIX! TALON Staff 1, % 3, 4; Faculty Co-Editor 4; Thanks Mom and Dad for 13 wonderful years. I WARJJAWK Staff 4; Broadcast Club 4; French love you! Club 1, 2, 3; USC News Quiz Team 4; Winthrop Sr. Direc:tory I71 Stats Thoughts . . . Stats Thoughts Challenge Team 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students 3, 4; Who’s Who 3, 4; Biology Award 2; Girls’ State 3; Chorus 4; Cheerleader Alternate 4; Volleyball 2; Softball 1; Baptist College Junior Scholor 3 Mom, Dad, and Debbie, thank you for all your support and help. I Love You! DONALD SCOTT RIZER — Football 1,2, 4; Golf 3, 4; Basketball Mgr. 4; French Club 1, 2; Science Club 3, 4; Pres. 4; Broadcast Club 4; Powderpuff Cheerleader 3, 4; Who’s Who 3; Boys State 3 SUSAN REBECCA SAMS NHS 3, 4; TALON Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Ads Editor 2; Co-Editor 3, 4: Student Council 1, 2, 3; Sec.-Tres. 2; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4;Capt. 1, 4; Powderpuff 1, 3, 4; Who’s Who 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students 3, 4; Girls’ State 3; Senior Spon- sor 3 Class Beauty 1, 3, 4; French Club 1; Marshal 2, 3; Senior Superlative; Algebra II Award 3; Year- book Award 3; Biology Award 2; Chemistry Award 3; Class Pres 1, 2, 3; P.Ck Jr. Fellow 3; Wofford Scholar 4; Columbia College Scholar 3; Converse Presidential Leadership Award 3; Chorus 4; S. v.;. SIX! Momma and Daddy, thank you so much for all you’ve done for me. I love you both! RICHARD JEROME SCHLESSERII — Football 1, 4; Basketball 2; Baseball 4; French Club 1, 2, 3; Science Club 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum Capt. 3; Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3, 4; Broadcast Club 4 V ; LISA'SHERIE SMYLY — Transferred from Cal- vary; Most Improved Chemistry Award 4; WAR- HAWK Staff 4; Senior Sponsor 3; Softball 3, 4; Powderpuff 3, 4 JEFFREY E STEWART — Transferred from Walt Whitman High; Football 4; Baseball 2 Band 2; Broadcast Club 3, 4; Tennis 4; Science Club 4; French Club 3; Weightlifting Club 3; Alarmists 4; : FUBRS BRANLTEY ARDEN STRICKLAND — Trans- ferred from WHS; TALON Staff 3, 4; WAR- HAWK Staff 3, 4; Sports Editor 4; Broadcast Club 4; NEMA Journalistic Award 4; French Club 2, 3; Who’s Who 3; Winthrop Challenge Team 4; Foot- ball 2, 3, 4; Weightlifting Club 2, 3; Gold Medalist; Senior Superlative; Boys’ State 3 VICKI RENEE STRICKLAND — Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 4; Powderpuff 3, 4; Miss Sophomore; TALON Staff 1, 2; Class Tres. 3; Senior Sponsor 2, 4; French Club 1, 2; Block C Club 2; Pep Club 2 ROGER WADE THOMAS — Football 1, 2, % 4; All-Conference 4; Best Defensive Line Man 3; Weightlifting Club 2, 3, 4; Warhawk Invitational Meet 2; Weil, although I have had many good times at JCC — playing football and going to parties — I will be very relieved to get out of here ’cause some teachers here are about to drive me crazy. PAULETTE WARREN — TALON Staff 1,2,3,4; Classes Editor 3, 4; NHS 3, 4; Class V. Pres. 3; Pres. 4; Student Council 3, 4; Cheerleader 4; Pow- derpuff 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls’ State 3; Winthrop GhaL lenge Team 3; Pep Club 2; Who’s Who 3,4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students 3, 4; Senior Sponsor 4; Miss Talon 4; French Club 2; Senior Superlative; English III Award 3; Year- book Award 3; P.C. Jr. Fellow 3; Columbia College Scholar 3; Converse Presidential Leadership Award 3; Woffard Scholar 4; S. SIX! To my friends, I hope we will always be as close as we are now. To my parents, a hug, kiss, and a thanks. I love you! MARY CATHERINE WATSON — French Club 1, 2; Softball 1, 2; Pep Club 1, 2; Powderpuff 1, 2, 3 WANDA GAYS WOODS — Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball Mgr, 2; Who’s Who 4; French Club 1, 2, 3; Chorus 4 TANDY NELL YOUNG Cheerleader 3, 4; Powderpuff 2, 3, 4; Tennis 1, 2, 3, 4; Hustle Award 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Co-Capt. 4; NHS 4; TALON Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Sports Editor 4; WARHAWK Staff 4; French Club I, 2; Volleyball 2; Class Tres, 4; Who’s Who 4 Block C Club 2.3,4; Senior Sponsor 4; Pep Club 1; Chorus 4; S. SIX! Thanks for all the great times we’ve had together S. SIX! 172 Sr. Directory