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

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1986 volume:

out of The blue John C. Calhoun Academy P.O. Box 297 Walterboro, S.C. 29488 Established 1966 Member SCISA Robert Bennett, Headmaster A couple of students discuss the latest news before the first bell for school. Was that the first bell? I don't know. It may have been the tardy bell. Thus the day began, as the last few students straggled to their homeroom class to fin- ish writing last night's home- work. First period, the teachers began their lectures just as they did every other day of the year. With the ex- ception of occasional days when activity periods were held for the exciting pep ral- lys and special events, school days at John C. were fairly predictable. Hurrying from class to class, students grabbed a few moments to talk to friends or to sneak a snack from their lunch. Then — on to an- other class. Between 11:30 and 1:00, students enjoyed relaxing on the picnic tables, eating their lunch. This time was spent making plans for weekends, catching up on gossip, and cramming for the killer test next period. Could one of these be the new Miss J.C.C.A.? Unfortunately, it's only Ward Ulmer, Pat Harmon, and Jimmy Hiott dressed up for the pep rally. 2 Opening A Day At J.C.C.A. Everyone loves to dress up! And what a better time than for the Halloween Carnival at the school. Ahh, who can forget the great memories of riding the fire truck for the first time your kindergarten year. The kindergarteners take a short break to enjoy their milk and cookies for lunch. Swearing never to touch a bug again, Cindy Smith gladly turns in her insect collection. Opening 1 3 Summer During summer practice. Coach Orstni dis- cusses the new football plays for the up- coming season. Caroline Werntz, Kim Headden, and Sher- rie Rizer prepare to leave for a hard week of studying at Girl's State. For Danny Beach, this is the life; the sun, the water, the music, and No School! At camp, Junior Varsity cheerleaders, Terri Hudson and Becky Stewart, practice their new routines for evaluation. No, they aren't trying to fly, instead the Taloi Staff tries to pose as the statue. At basketball camp, Wendy Hiott fights win all her might, determined to get the ball. Fever Fads, Fashions, FHot Spots The 1985-86 school year brought with it changes in fashion, new musical favorites, new movies, and new weekend hot spots. These new trends could be seen everyday among j.C.C.A. students. The new fashions hit John C. with a bang! Forenza, Swatch watches, Guess jeans, and Reebok shoes were a few of the trends ac- quired by students. Fashions weren't the only craze this year. RATT, Van Halen, and Bruce Springsteen were among musical fa- vorites. Especially, Eddie Murphy, who hit the pop charts with the 1 song, ''Party All the Time ' After a hard week of school work, stu- dents were ready for the weekend. On the weekends, they would drive uptown, find their friends and grab a bite to eat. Yet, after a while, the new becomes old, and with the old, there is new again. So, the long cycle of fads, fashions, and hot spots was a ever-changing process. Duke Hipp and Henry Hiott dress as their favorite actors in the movie The Blues Brothers Caroline Linder and Melody McGinnis stop to eat at the fast food place, Burger King, for a Whopper and fries. No, this is not the new fashion in clothes design, instead a few seniors dress up in costumes for Halloween. During break, everyone gathers at the picnic tables for a bite to eat, time to study, and time to catch the latest gossip. he biggest thing in fashion this year is to see how many different Swatches you can get. Convertibles are definitely in this year, in- cluding Eric McGill's banana. Some oi the students stop to catch up on the latest gossip before school. During break, the sophomore girls discuss their weekend plans. The People One big happy family ' is a way to describe John C. Calhoun Academy. Though we may be small in size, we are big in heart. School is where most friendships begin and here at John C. the stu- dents have a very close relation- ship with one another. Someone to share your secrets, good times and bad. Someone to talk on the phone with late at night til your parents force you to do your homework. Someone to take trips with up and down Jef- feries on a Saturday night. Some- one you trust. These are just some of the many things we depend upon as friends. But friends do not have to try to be friends — it just happens. What are friends for but to help with homework. What a better time to begin a friendship then kindergarten. That We Call Friends out of The Playing the hardest all of the time, getting paid nothing, not even a dime. Just for fun — that was the reason. Oh, what a finish, no matter what season. Nothing Could Be Finer The 1985 Varsity Football Team set records that had never before been set. Their feeling of closeness, determination to win, and hours of strenuous practice helped carry them to victory. They were coached by Tony Or- sini who was in his second year as varsity football at John C. The teammates enjoyed getting in- volved in pep-rallies, receiving their secret-cheerleader treats, and helping other teammates out when a problem appeared. They were more than football players — they were a group of young men out to make their school, coaches, and parents proud of their accomplishments. On October 4, the Hawks de- feated Thomas Heyward Acade- my 20-6. This victory had only been accomplished once in JCCA history. They also won their Homecoming game 20-7 against Heathwood Hall and Par- ents' Night game 26-14 against Calhoun Academy. The coaches complimented Jimmy Hiott for his strong arm, Eric McGill for his ability to re- ceive the ball, and Scott Hiott for his numerous tackles. Thanks to David MacArthur, Jim Winslett, and Doc Lewis for all their sideline help. The victories this year could not have been accomplished without them. Back L-R: Henry Mills, Chad Brightwell, Scott Moody, Pat Harmon, Tiger Martin, Mike Hiott, Danny Beach. Middle L-R: Marc Warren, Jeff McGill, Billy Ritter, Lerch McGill, Billy Howell, Ward Ulmer, Jimmy Hiott, Front L-R: Gene Simmons, Clint Chewning, J.J. Evans, Mike Warren, Robbie Murdaugh, Scottie Hiott. Quarterback Jimmy Hiott runs down the field to score the winning touchdown. Varsity Football Opponent Laurence Manning Mims Holly Hill Patrick Henry Thomas Heyward East Cooper Calhoun Heathwood Ha!! Hilton Head Country Day Lord Berkely Laurence Manning State Playoffs Lord Berkely Laurence Manning We 14 26 21 34 20 7 26 20 7 40 27 12 28 12 They 24 0 24 8 6 0 14 7 15 21 2 27 2 27 Eric McGill, a great receiver, runs with full force to gain extra yardage. Coach Tony Orsini, watching from the sidelines, knows his team will win again. Billy Ritter goes to tackle the Dorchester player to prevent him from gaining yard- age. Senior running back Danny Beach inter- cepts the fumbled ball and runs toward Hawk territory. Varsity Football Winners Take All The Varsity Cheerleaders are happy after winning the trophies at UCA camp. The 1985-86 Varsity Cheerlead- ing Squad had a TERIFF1C year. They attended UCA Cheerleading Camp in June at Wingate College, N.C. where they won two cham- pionship trophies. At the annual Sertoma Jamboree in Orange- burg, they were announced as first-place winners — an accom- plishment never before achieved by cheerleaders from JCCA. All the squad members agree that the hard work, dedication, and tears paid off well. They could not come as far as they did without the guidance of advisor, Deirdre Hawes. Most people do not realize all the hours put into a good cheer- leading squad. This squad prac- ticed until perfect, painted nu- merous posters, planned spirit- raising pep-rallies, and screamed their team on to victory. A sense of togetherness came over the squad that meant more to them than just being cheerleaders — they were friends. This is a demonstration of a perfect, sturdy Quite a change of attire for the cheer- pyramid. leaders as they prepare for Talent Night at camp. Varsity Cheerleaders Senior Cheerleader and Pep Club Chair- man, Kim Headden, puts up a poster for the spirit-boosters. The cheerleaders settle down for a serious conference before the final day's evalua- tion. Although sometimes tired, the cheer- leaders yell their team on to victory. 14 [ Varsity Cheerleaders Captain Sherrie Rizer discusses final evalu- ation plans with camp staff member. Advisor and friend Deirdre Hawes helped the squad with their victories. Varsity Cheerleaders A pre-game practice is the best indication of the squad's performance for the night. The smiles tell all — they just won the two championship trophies. Gone With The Wins The Junior Varsity Football Team had a very successful year. Thanks to the coaching of “Doc Lewis and Jim Harmon, they were defeated only by Thomas Heyward and Porter Gaud. This year's team was young but full of energy, pride, and determination. The urge to win often brought them the victory they wanted. Several players were eligible to move up to var- sity when their regular season ended. Coach Lewis praised eighth-grader Heath Jones for his strong defensive play and sophomore Scott Pellum for being the leading scorer on the J.V. team. David Strickland stepped in at Q.B. when Heath Jones was injured and led the team to victories against Lord Berkley and Dorchester. Other injuries dur- ing the season were Scott Craven, Cam Werntz, and Kevin Beach. The seven Freshmen added a great deal of leadership and strength throughout the season to bring them to a record of 5 and 3. The coaches hope to have as good a team next year. L-R: Kevin Litchfield, Todd Fennell, Witt Carter, Scott Pellum, Eric Bennett, Michael Ritter, Rodney Murdaugh, L-R: Wayne Crosby, Jaymie Bryan, Bert Reeves, Scott Craven, Brian Thomas, Kevin Beach, jay DeLoach, Heath Jones. L-R: David Strickland, Eric War- ren, Asher Howell, Bubba Jones, Cam Werntz, Chris Drawdy, Kevin Miles, Matt Free. L-R: Archie Murdaugh, Shane Walker, Drew Brightwell, Jason Jones, Wesley Jones, Tim Godwin, Jesse Walker. Not Pic. Ken Greenwell, Chris Rowe. The vigorous action on the field directs the attention of the sidelines toward it. Junior Varsity Football Coach Jim Harmon helps the players who are doing their best as they come off the field. Opponent We They Hilton Head 16 0 Patrick Henry 6 0 Porter Gaud 6 18 Mims 26 8 Thomas Heyward 6 22 Lord Berkeley 26 8 Dorchester 18 12 Thomas Heyward 0 14 First year coach Doc Lewis was a tre- mendous asset for the J.V. boys. The offensive line gets ready to hike the ball to run past the Dorchester defense. Cheering Yourself Blue Back L-R: Kim Strickland, Emily Warren, Michelle Woodard, Amy Gentry. Front L-R: Heather Gahagan, Lesli Rodgers, Becky Stewart, Toni Wilson, Keri Holmes, and Terri Hudson. Keri Holmes enjoys her first year on the squad. The only thing she didn't like was the heat of the June sun at camp. This year's J.V. Cheerleading Squad had a fun year. They cer- tainly had all the qualities of a good squad — spirit, poise, deter- mination. They spent many long hours practicing to make sure ev- ery thing was going to run smoothly. During June, they also attended UCA cheerleading camp at Win- gate College. They did well enough to compete in the final day's evaluation. Although they didn't win, they brought home the Spirit Stick and numerous ribbons for their achievements. The J.V.'s were supervised by Mrs. Beth Warren who helped to make sure the cheering year was as well-organized as it should be. The J.V.'s had other jobs be- sides cheering. They stapled pro- grams, sold programs, helped with pep-rallies, and, of course; cheered for their team. Each cheerleader put forth 100% effort to do what was expected of her. At times they were tired but they never let their fans down. Some of these cheerleaders will move up to Varsity. They now have the ex- perience and dedication that it takes. is r Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Junior Varsity Cheerleaders 7 19 Let's Go AH The Way The Varsity Boys Basketball Team had a very successful year. The team had a lot of height ranging from 5'8 to 6'4 . This helped out as well as having nine experienced Seniors. The year could not have run any smoother. The Hawks played very well, had breath-taking games, and went undefeated un- til January 24th when they lost their first game to Lord Berkeley. Some of their toughest games were battled out to the final sec- onds. Eric McGill, a sophomore, could often be depended upon to dunk that winning shot or Bri- an Strickland, a junior, would aim one of his famous outside shots toward the basket. What- ever the case, the Hawks usually came out on top. Throughout the season the Hawks practiced long and hard hours, traveled to faraway towns on cold buses, and managed to overcome some of the toughest teams in the state. A lot is ex- Brian Strickland leaps high to make the shot despite the Confederate. pected of a fine basketball play- er, and a lot came out of these twelve, hardworking individuals. Thanks to coaches Tony Orsini and veteran War Hawk, Chip Upchurch, whose strategies real- ly helped the team's success. It takes everyone pulling together to have such a rewarding season. Congratulations for an outstand- ing year and look out for the State Tournament! Chip Upchurch, Tuck McConnell, Billy Howell, Eric McGill, Jimmy Hiott, Billy Rit- ter, Chris Hulsey, Coach Orsini, Front Heath Griffith, Brian Strickland, Pat Har- mon, Danny Beach, Scott Hiott, Ward Ulmer As the starting line-up is called, the players look around to wish each other the best of luck for the night's game. Varsity Boys Basketball Billy Ritter, Scott Hiott, Chris Hulsey, and Pat Harmon make a tunnel for their fellow teammates in hopes of winning the game against Dorchester Academy. A couple of the boys and Coach Orsini take time to relax after a long day of stren- uous work. Our strong War Hawk offense sets up as Danny Beach, a senior, gets the ball under control. Opponent We They Bowman 68 38 Andrew Jackson 64 37 Sea Island 62 34 St. Stephen 52 41 Country Day 58 51 Sea Island 70 24 Laurence Manning 57 51 Mims 57 49 Mason Prep 53 50 Country Day 73 59 Lord Berkeley 53 60 St. Stephen 57 40 Andrew Jackson 58 44 Laurence Manning 49 50 Tournament 71 68 Country Day 51 53 Lord Berkeley Calhoun 53 56 Varsity Boys Basketball Eric McGill and Danny Beach leap high to ensure that the rebound is for our team. Brian Strickland, a junior, takes a breath- er as he waits for the ball to come his way. Our powle, Billy Howell puts forth all his effort so that the ball will stay in bounds. Varsity Boys Basketball You Can Do Perseverence and hard work — the 1985-86 Varsity Girls showed the students and parents of John C. what these words meant. Hav- ing faced a year with a full sched- ule, these girls really showed us how the game of basketball was played. The offense and defense won the games but teamwork played the most important part. There were two Seniors on the team that had the leadership placed on them — Carole McCants and Connie Craven. The underclassmen, who proved to show great ability to play with the stamina it takes, will fill the roles of these Seniors in the future. This year the girls team hoped to sur- pass last year's season and win their first state championship. Thanks goes to Coach Carole Meegan who is an expert at han- dling the girls and the plays that are performed on the court. Con- grats on a very successful season!! Practicing on Thursday afternoons really prepares Renee Dennis for Friday's game. L — R: Michelle Headden, Coach Meegan, Robin Jones, Paige DuBose, Wendy Ulmer, Wendy Litchfield, Debbie Powers, Tracy Ulmer, Connie Craven, Renee Dennis, Jo Lynn Bennett, Carole McCants, and score-keeper, Caroline Werntz. Wendy Litchfield, a sophomore, concen- trates on putting the winning shot in the basket. Varsity Girls Basketball 1 23 Senior Connie Craven and junior Debbie Powers fight for possession of the ball. Opponent We They Bowman 35 25 Andrew Jackson 44 45 Sea Island 52 34 St. Stephen 74 8 Country Day 60 25 Sea Island 60 36 Laurence Manning 36 63 Mims 58 41 Country Day 59 35 Lord Berkeley 61 48 St. Stephen 43 4 Andrew Jackson 50 42 Laurence Manning 30 69 Tournament Country Day 49 22 Lord Berkeley 41 32 State Dorchester 40 56 A couple of the girls and Coach Meegan relax after a long day's practice. Wendy Ulmer, a sophomore, prepares to shoot for two. She can't be stopped by the Andrew Jackson defense. Varsity Girls Basketball With hands and feet lined up perfectly, Wendy is sure not to miss this one! Varsity Girls Basketball 4' if If we. M. M m r ft -M ; Sf M v lj £ ifii c There's No Stopping Us The Junior-Varsity Boys ac- quired a new coach this 1985-86 season. Coach “Doc Lewis came to guide the young Hawks to many victories during the season. Under the hustling defense and sharp-shooting offense, the J.V. Hawks proved to be the dominat- ing team of the conference. The young men played together to post win after win. Defensively the Hawks were quick on their feet, but offensively the shooting was tremendously professional. Although all of the school didn't have J.V. teams, the ones that did wished they didn't because of the determination of our team proved tough to beat. We look forward to having an- other great season next year be- cause the experience of the tal- ented athletes is now great. Con- gratulations to the J.V. boys for a job well done! A starting Freshman, Mike Hiott jumps high for the rebound. Mike often pro- vided the extra points needed to win a game. Wes Jones, Sandy Sanders, Chris Rowe, Ti- ger Martin, Bud Williams, Chad Brightwell, Mike Hiott, Coach Lewis, Front L-R: Todd Fennell, jimmy McCants, Michael Ritter, Brian Thomas, Kevin Beach, Wayne Cros- by, J.J. Evans. J.V. Boys Basketball At the free-throw line, Freshman Chris Rowe makes his best effort to score one more point. First year coach 'Doc Lewis gives his play- ers a few needed pointers. Opponent We They Bowman 59 28 Hilton Head 44 30 Andrew Jackson 43 9 Country Day 42 40 Laurence Manning 41 15 Country Day 45 30 Lord Berkeley 36 12 Andrew Jackson 40 40 Laurence Manning 38 46 Hilton Head 47 46 Tournament Lord Berkeley 43 32 Tiger Martin runs down the court to per- form his winning lay-up style. Chris Rowe skillfully passes the ball past the Dorchester defense. J.V. Boys Basketball 1 27 Young Girls Regain R espectability Under excellent coaching of Carol Meegan, the Little Lady Hawks have done a great job this season. This years squad showed great determination, perserver- ence, and the ability never to give up. If coming from behind or tak- ing the lead, they never quit. The Little Lady Hawks have had a much better record than in past years. In future years we hope the team will continue to have victo- ries and success on the court. Hopefully the Junior Varsity squad will continue to post a winning season for the 1985-86 year. Coach Meegan is quick to com- pliment her girls on their speed and also, the height that this year's team had. Without all of the members pulling together, the victories accomplished this season would not have been possible. Tara Ulmer, Susan Zeigler, and Hope McGrady were tremendous assets to the team. Coach Meegan said that without these outstand- ing girls some of the games won this year may have been lost. Con- gratulations Junior Varsity girls on a job well done. Coach Meegan points out exactly the way she wants things to be performed. Back L-R: Beth Gaskin, Debbie Powers, Todd Meegan, Coach Meegan. Front L-R: Mary Morris, Hope McGrady, Aflison Netties, Wendy Hiott, Christy Steele, Tammy Steedly, Susan Zeigler, Tara Ulmer, and Kim Carter. Hope McGrady proves to have her form ail worked out to be a winner! JV Girls Basketball Opponent Bowman Hilton Head Andrew Jackson Laurence Manning Mims Lord Berkeley Andrew Jackson Laurence Manning Hilton Head Dorchester Lord Berkeley Dorchester Bowman Tournament Lord Berkeley We 26 27 22 24 22 44 39 14 23 26 23 19 29 25 They 30 10 21 36 20 8 17 34 20 21 9 33 21 5 The powerful defense hears the cheer to get their hands up. Effort pays off well. Susan Zeigler and Tara Ulmer listen closely as the desired play is called. ' ---------- Tara Ulmer, an eighth-grader, fights for possession of what she considers to be “her ball. Although young, Tara was a very relied-upon player. JV Girls Basketball I 29 No Place Like Home The Varsity Baseball Team of 1985 had a very victorious season this past year. They were under the coaching of Jim Winslett, Tony Orsini, and Brett Maddox. The team won many games which led them to the State Play- offs. It was disappointing to lose in the end, but all the teamwork surely paid off well. The players really enjoyed be- ing members of the team. Each one had to give up afternoons every day to come out and prac- tice. Some even sacrificed a por- tion of their senior trip. Most were involved in other sports which helped contribute to the athletic abilities of the members. At the athletic awards banquet, the coaches recognized all of the players. Charles Cook and Shan Pye were noted as being the year's most valuable players. The teamwork, dedication, and de- termination of the players helped to record to be one of the best ever. Congratulations on a job well done and best of luck for the upcoming years! From the looks of things, it might just be a good one. .. - Danny Beach gives his best effort from the pitcher's mound. Coaches, Orsini, Winslett, and Maddox contribute their stern concentration to the winning of the game. Opponent We They Mims 6 13 Laurence Manning 0 10 Country Day 1 7 Thomas Heyward 3 2 Lord Berkley 5 2 Sea Island 17 0 May River 17 1 Sea Pines 11 1 Laurence Manning 6 4 Sea Pines 5 7 Sea Island 17 1 Dorchester 8 4 May River 9 4 Cardinal Newman 3 13 Country Day 3 8 Dorchester 5 2 Varsity Baseball Back L-R: Coach Winslett, David Glenn, Jeff McGill, Pat Harmon, Heath Griffith, Shan Pye, Marc Warren, Charles Cook, Jimmy Hiott, Billy Ritter, Coach Maddox; Front L-R: Ward Ulmer, Robbie Free, Danny Beach, Tiger Martin, Scott Pellum, Henry Mills, Robbie Murdaugh, Mike Hiott, Brian Strickland. Ward Ulmer throws the ball from third hoping to get the Willington player out. Heath Griffith eyes the batter trying to de- cide what sort of pitch he will throw next. Varsity Baseball flees, mow? Ire e Matter Of Pride 45 mm mm Having a fantastic record of 6-0, the J.V. Hawks had an out- standing year. They were coached by Brett Maddox, a first year coach at JCCA. This past year, the J.V. team consist- ed of some veterans but most were newcomers out there for their first year. This team did a fine job. Congratulations to the 1985 Junior Varsity Baseball Team! Best of luck for the up- coming season. Matt Free waits patiently in outer field for the ball to come his way. i Brian Thomas eyes the pitcher wanting the needed home-run. Opponent We They Low Country 7 4 St. Stephens 5 3 St. Stephens 9 2 Seventh-grader, Michael Smith, prepares to throw the ball to first base. 33 J.V. Baseball The Thrill Of Victory As spring approached, the 1985 softball team overcame obstacles of previous years. First year coach Carole Mee- gan, did an outstanding job with all the talent. The team ad- vanced all the way to the play- offs by defeating Country Day for the Conference Champion- ship which sent them to the playoffs. The Lady Hawks had many hopes of winning, but their hopes were shattered by Jefferson Davis in the first round. Coach Meegan contemplates another Junior Connie Craven celebrates another successful victory. Winning does not come as a great play. surprise to the members of this team. Jan Ulmer throws one of her famous pitches that often won many games. Softball L-R: Jan Ulmer, Wendy Ulmer, Debbie Powers, Tara Ulmer, Renee Dennis, Susan Thom- as, Christy Steele, Lane Trammell, Carole McCants, Connie Craven, Tracy Ulmer, Wendy Litchfield, C. Meegan Opponent Country Day Thomas Heyward Laurence Manning Lord Berkley Sea Island May River Mims Mims Laurence Manning Sea Pines Sea Island Dorchester May River Thomas Heyward Country Day Dorchester Jefferson Davis We 6 6 9 9 24 26 0 2 10 22 11 6 15 18 13 5 1 They 1 5 7 3 11 8 4 6 7 18 1 4 5 11 11 6 7 Softball Love'n It The girls' and boys' tennis teams proved this year that ex- perience does help. Some members were four-year veter- ans so on one was lacking in the talent that makes up the game of tennis. The girls went un- coached while the boys were under the direction of David MacArthur. Some of the out- standing players included Kim Headden, Allison Goehring, Thomas Rowe, and Johnny Rodgers as recognized by their teammates. Best wishes for the upcoming year! Opponent Won or Lost Willington Lost Sea Pines Won Patrick Henry Won • Wade Hampton Won Sea Island Won Patrick Henry Lost Willington Lost Beaufort Won Sea Pines Lost This years hustle-award winner, Kim Head- den, runs to get the ball over the net. Junior Johnny Rodgers serves the ball in hopes of winning the set. Opponent Won or Lost Willington Won Sea Pines Lost Patrick Henry Won Wade Hampton Lost Sea Island Won Patrick Henry Won Willington Won Beaufort Won Sea Pines Lost Thomas Rowe returns the ball with ease during a strenuous prac- tice. L-R: Coach MacArthur, Drew Brightwell, Bud Williams, Matt Ad- dison, Johnny Rodgers, Allen Goehring, Chad Brightwell, Henry Hiott, Duke Hipp. Boys Tennis Shots For The Green L-R: David Strickland, Scott Moody, Billy Howell; not pic. Cam Werntz, Bubba Wil- liams. Senior Bubba Williams concentrates on the needed birdie. Billy Howell enjoys “a coke and a smile after a hard day of golf. The 1985 golf team was made of five dedicated members. They devoted their afternoons to come out and hit the little white ball. They proved with flying colors what could be done. They were coached by Lee Ray Moody. Ron Lassister contributed many afternoons by driving the team to their matches. The only player not returning for the '85-'86 season is Bubba Williams, last year's 1 player. Opponent Won or Lost Willington Lost Wade Hampton Lost Patrick Henry Won Thomas Heyward Won Beaufort Won Golf out of The Test after test, class after class, day after day, just to pass. Homework, homework, where's the break? All these classes, is there some mistake? Working on the computer pro- vides Jodi Crosby, Johnny Rog- ers, and Henry Hiott with enter- tainment as well as valuable knowledge. Nancy Beach has been Bob Bennett has been at John C. for five years, at John C. for two years. Her position as adminis- He is a member of the Ro- trative assistant includes tary Club. Each week he more than answering took a student from the phones and filing papers. Senior class to the meet- She is also a nurse, a mon- ing. He believes in after- ey collector, change-ma- noon detention for pun- chine and handy man. ishment. mm Mrs. Jane Litchfield is always there to help when someone has a problem. She is prepared to answer any question anyone has. It is important for Wendy Hen- derson to learn about computers at an early age. It may be invalu- able to her future career. Betty Black has been at John C. for fourteen years. Her third grade class stud- ied rocks and did draw- ings in science. The third- graders' favorite subject this year was South Caroli- na history. They had com- puter class on Fridays and music class on Tuesdays. Gary Brightwell is Johr C s new librarian. She or- dered new shelves and did many other things to improve the looks of the library. Many of her li- brary classes compiled reading lists. From these lists, the students chose books on their grade level. This was David Buchan- an's second year at John C. as band director, but this year marked a first. He began a chorus. The lower and middle school grades had chorus once a week. The high school members gave up study hall to meet everyday. A Key To The future This year John C. began offering a full-year computer course. The students had a wide variety of programs which they ran on the computer to learn how to use it. They also had games that taught them other skills. Computers are the key to the future. Once someone knows how to operate a computer he can get a job in almost any field. For example, today, many cars have com- puterized parts. Unless a mechanic knows how the com- puter works, he can't fix the car. This is why it is important for high school graduates to have had a computer course. It is also necessary to take typing, because a computer is like a typewriter that prints on a screen instead of on paper. The lower and middle school students also learned about computers and how they are used. Having the ability to type well is im- portant to Karen Nettles. In the fu- ture she may be involved with ac- tivities that require typing. The students at John C. love to work on the computer. During their spare time, they play com- puter games with their friends. This was Sharon Folk's first year at John C. She divided her time between her students at USC-Salkehatchie and at John C. She taught Spanish I and II and French II. She was sponsor of the Foreign Language Club. She has visited Europe. This was Carol Free's first year at John C. She came from Allendale Academy and attended Clemson University. She taught sixth, seventh, and eighth grade math and twelfth grade pre-calcu- lus. She taught her stu- dents on their level by us- ing everyday examples. Betty Goehring's first year at John C. was full of responsibilities. She taught composi- tion and psychology and was advisor to the War Hawk. She was also involved with the de- velopment of alumni affairs. She graduated from Queens College. Academics Exciting New Challenges This was Libba Griffin's first year at John C. Her fourth grade class consist- ed of only nineteen stu- dents and was the only section of fourth grade. She graduated from Co- lumbia College with a BA in social studies. This was Helen Grif- fith's first year at John C. She taught eleventh grade chemistry and lab, tenth grade biology, and eighth grade earth science. She received her degree in bi- ology from Winthrop Col- lege. This year John C. formed a chorus. It consisted of kindergarten through eighth grade and the high school students that wanted to participate. The low- er school sang many songs. ' Randolph the Six Gun Cowboy was one of the more popular tunes. The middle school chorus sang Silent Night and Pork- n-Beans among others. The high school chorus sang Fame , Good Christian Men Rejoice , and That's What Friends Are For . The chorus gave a Christmas Program and the high school section rode on a float in the Christmas pa- rade. Another new addition is the excitement Mrs. Sharon Folk brought to the French and Spanish classes. Every Friday was Play Day . On Play Day , the students took part in activities that increased their knowledge of culture. The Spanish classes made flags and pinatas and ate tacos. The French class made road signs, played French board games, and played French hangman on the computers. The French and Spanish class had parties on holidays. In Spanish class, Bert Reeves is carrying on a conversation in Spanish. This helps him to improve his speaking skills. Jim Harmon has been at John C. for two years. He was head of maintenance and was in charge of the canteen. He also helped coach J.V. football and baseball and occasionally took over a study hall. Carmella, his wife, volun- teered her time by work- ing in the canteen. : d In Spanish class, Sharon Folk ex- plains the importance of religion to the beliefs of the Spanish peo- ple. This was Deirdre Hawes' fourth year at John C. She taught sixth grade science, seventh grade science, ninth grade phys- ical science. Teaching middle school science has taught me to see the sub- ject through 'younger' eyes ' Hannah Herndon has been at John C. for one year. She has one group of twenty-eight second graders. Her class was very interested in computers. They did posters on life under water for science and displayed them on the wall. Betty Linder has been at John C. since it opened. She taught tenth and twelfth grade English and eleventh grade typing. She was the Senior class sponsor and the National Honor Society sponsor. She was also in charge of the third annual Aca- demic Bowl and Aca- demic Bowl team. The chorus enjoys showing off their singing skills as they give a Christmas program on De- cember 9th. Marion Doc Lewis came to John C. from Chester High School. He taught P.E. to the boys in the sixth through the tenth grades. He also taught seventh and eighth grade literature. He helped enrich his litera- ture classes with movies. This was Jane Litch- field's fourth year at John C. She worked part-time as assistant bookkeeper. She also worked part-time at her husband's stock- yard. She enjoys playing softball, reading, and cross-stitching in her spare time. Places Of Action This past year the library was full of activities. Stu- dents learned how to use the card catalog and par- ticipated in the Birthday Book of the Month Club and poster contests dealing with library rules. Another active place was the gym. During third period, the ninth and tenth grade took P.E. The first six weeks, the girls played volleyball and the boys played touch football. The second six weeks, the boys played volleyball and the girls played soccer. For the rest of the year, the girls occasionally played kickball, but mostly both the boys and the girls played line basketball. The lower and middle school play pin dodge ball, indoor soccer, kickball, and vol- leyball. In P.E., Coach Meegan and Coach Lewis build the students' stamina and coordination. P.E. is enjoyable to these The students aren't the only tenth graders because it gives ones who clown around and them a chance to work with have fun. Coach Meegan enjoys their friends. it just as much as they do. This was Carol Mee- gan's second year at John C. She received her de- gree from Ithaca College. She taught P.E. to kinder- garten through tenth grade. She was the softball and varsity, J.V., and B- team girls' basketball coach. This was Tony Orsini's second year at John C. He taught geometry and Al- gebra II. He was the Ath- letic Director, head varsity football coach, and varsity boys basketball coach. He also helped with golf and started a track club for students who wanted in- creased stamina. This was Suzanne Mar- tin's first year at John C Her first grade class loved computers, art, P.E., and recess. Every day, the first graders colored pictures which they displayed in the hall. Each Monday and Thursday, they looked forward to P.E. class. This was David McArth- ur's second year at John I. He taught physics, Alge- bra I and II, and compu’-- science. He is a compute science major who is or - ginally from Mississipp . He is also the boy's tenr coach and the footbaJ trainer. Academics Eve Richardson has been a teacher at John C. for four years. She taught first grade. Her class went to Charlestown Landing in the spring. The subject she enjoys teaching the most is reading, especially to young children. Helen Riddle has been at John C for fourteen years. She taught sixth grade social studies, sev- enth grade S.C. history and has a high school study hall. She requires her students to do such projects as maps and oral reports. They also watch movies. The staff that works in the can- teen is greatly appreciated. They cook the food and keep the can- teen clean. The class listens while Mrs. Brightwell reads a story aloud to them. The students also learn library rules. Coach Meegan manages to make a game of almost any- thing. Peggy Smoak taught eighth grade American history, ninth grade geog- raphy and civics, and elev- enth grade American his- tory. This was the first year the ninth grade had been taught geography. She was glad to teach it be- cause she feels everyone needs to be familiar with his world. :-- Academics Tomorrow's Scientists The seventh grade science class did many experi- ments this year. They checked soil temperature, looked at pond water, grew bacteria and bean seeds, and collected moss and ferns. They also learned how to use the microscope when they observed different kinds of cells. The eighth grade science class learned basic labora- tory skills such as how to use a balance and graduated cylinders. They also did experiments on density. The tenth grade biology classes did bug collections and constructed the skeleton of a chicken. They also prepared labs on circulation in fish and did other pro- jects such as posters and reports. The eleventh grade chemistry class learned laborato- ry procedures such as titration and separatory tech- niques. Mrs. Hawes said, I try to do as many experiments as posssible because hands on experience teaches more. Kaye Speaks taught sixth and seventh grade English and literature. In the fall, she took the sixth grade to Middleton Place to learn about the culture and history of the low country. She was in charge of putting the Shrieker together. These kindergarteners are learn- ing basic skills that will form a basis for building up their knowledge. The juniors have been working hard at their chemistry labs. Madison Farrell is working dili- gently to finish on time. This was Laura Spears' first year at John C. She graduated from East Ten- nessee State University. For parent's night, her third grade class made dummies of them- selves. She said, All my students are little gen- iuses. This was Barbara Steele's first year at John C. Her kindergarten class learned about fire trucks and went on a field trip to a tree farm to cut their Christmas tree. Mrs. Steele enjoys watching the students mature from babies to independent little boys and girls. Academics Sylvia Warren has been at John C for thirteen years and has taught kin- dergarten for twelve years. Her most remem- bered accomplishment was learning to use the slicing machine. She orga- nized a visit from Winnie the Pooh and Santa Claus. Joann Wimberly has been at John C. for four- teen years. She sponsored the Student Council and taught computer classes. Also, as a guidance coun- selor, she helped students prepare for the SAT, de- cide on college, get schol- arships, and straighten schedule problems. Th is was Jim Winslett's second year at John C He taught ninth grade civics, tenth grade world history, and twelfth grade govern- ment. He is the varsity baseball coach and defen- sive coordinator and of- fensive backs coach for varsity football. He gradu- ated from Tennessee Tech. These kindergarteners learn that doing well in school requires that they know how to get along well with others. This was Dawn Vinson's first year at John C. She came from Lincoln High School. She taught eighth, ninth, and eleventh grade English and literature. She made literature more in- teresting by having stu- dents act out plays. i 1 fft This was Beth Warren's first year at John C. She taught fifth grade. Her fa- vorite subject to teach is language. She helped Mrs. Hawes with the J.V. cheerleaders. She re- ceived her BS degree from East Tennessee State University. In science class, Jeanette Mixson has been doing experiments in the lab and learning how to use the microscope. While at recess, Cristy Priester is learning how to cooperate to achieve a goal. She is see-sawing with an unknown friend. Academics A Special friend Warm, caring, patient, and un- derstanding are words that de- scribe teachers at John C. Calhoun Academy. A teacher fitting more than this description is Mrs. Peggy Smoak. Mrs. Smoak has dedicated over eight years of her life teach- ing; never regretting one mo- ment. In addition to being a teacher, loving mother, and de- voted wife, she is also the sponsor of the Junior Class. As the spon- sor, she helps in magazine and doughnut sales to raise money, sets up projects such as the Homecoming Dance and Haunted House, and organizes the plans for the JuniorSenior Prom. In her extra time she enjoys movies, bot- tle collecting, reading, and cross- stitch. When asked their opinion of Mrs. Smoak, students felt she was more than just another teacher, but a very special friend who can relate to the students. With much love and appreciation, the annual staff proudly dedicates the 1986 Talon to Mrs. Peggy Smoak. During break, Mrs. Smoak takes time to socialize with her fellow teachers before returning to class. Even at home Mrs. Smoak doesn't have a moment to spare. Can you tell which one's the teacher? To the seniors, Mrs. Smoak is just one of the gang. Marc Warren and Mrs. Smoak pick out the prizes for the magazine sale. 48 Dedication A smile to a friend across a crowded hall, cracking a joke, having a ball. Finals and graduation, it all comes to an end. One final look, what a smile, what a friend. MATTHEW ADDISON , 'Scraps , Myrtle Beach, uptown, Charleston, Cyndi Lairper, Duran Duran, 1g 4g, Limahl, Dare to be different, because if you're tike everyone else, who's going to notice , I want to be a giraffe when 1 grow up. DANNY BEACH, What? , Pee Wee's Big Adventure , Huey Lewis The News , Eddie Mur- phy, Cheers , Nicholas , Chris.tie Brinkley, out with the gang, journey , Hunter , 1 want to be 'Deceptacon' KATHY BRYAN, How about them Gamecocks , Bubbles Bryan , Danny White, Glenn Hubbard, Gone With The Wind , Mike Hold, Moonfight- ing , Knots Landing , Miami Vice , Atlanta Braves, Dallas Cowboys, As the World Turns . KRISTI CONNELLY, like' Sting, Mel Gibson, windsurfing shopping, Surfer Girl , Gc West, Matt Dillon, ]oe Montana We're going the wrong way. , Corey Hart, Frank Sinatra, Steven Bauer, Paul Dillon, Vitamin Z U2, surfing. 1974 — show tell, ABC's, Christmas Play, Spring Play CONNIE CRAVEN, I don't know , Van Halen, Constance , uptown, The Karate Kid , MASH , Motley Crue, Rick Springfield, Tom Selleck, Gen- eral Hospital , softball, attend a sporting event. JODI CROSBY, I have to te f you something, look at me ' dat- ing, football games, jod , Footloose , The Cosby Show , Guiding Light , Chica- go, I want to be Smurfette when I grow up , date, go to football games. 19 Seniors The presiding class officers for the 1985-86 school year are Kip Hooker — President, Matthew Addison — Vice-President, Carole McCants — Sec. Tres., Jil Grif- fin — Homeroom Rep. MARY KATE DEAN, I'm so confused ', going to the beach, shopping, Shorty , Bruce Springsteen, The Cosby Show , fourney, Christopher Cross, Steve Shields, watch old movies, John Wayne, '1 want to be Bruce Springsteen's Wife. JILL GRIFFIN, Are you seri- ous? , windsurfing, eating, dat- ing, uptown, Charleston, Silly Jiily , Mel Gibson, The Cosby Show , joe Montana, Dynasty , you know , General Hospi- tal , I want to be the Queen of Modavia when I grow up . 1975 — learning to read and write, going to the park in HEATH GRIFFITH, deer hunt ing, Van HaJen, cruising Jeffries, Saddle Club parties, Sweets , Christie Brinkley, Miami Vice , Rambo , Phil Collins, johnny Bench, Bill Murray, Eddie Mur- phy, Steve Martin, The Lady in Red . MARY GUSTIN, you know , Rob Lowe, Back to the Future , Guiding Light , Life's a beach , Knots Landing , St. El- mo's Fire , I want to be rich famous when I grow up , Holli- day . Dynasty . SARA GUSTIN, you've changed , uptown, Saddle Club parties, Mel Gibson, Dynasty , Knots Landing , Is the right way? , Charleston, R.D., If she bothers you, just tell her to shut up. , This is so boring. PAT HARMON, Pee Wee Har- mon , VAN HALEN Is the best. , Fast Times at Ridgemont High , Gong Show , Loni An- derson, Tom Seaver, Pee Wee Herman, When's the next Sad- dle Club party? , Passion-Pit Pat , CPB = FUN. Seniors Take A Look At Yourself Seniors The Class of 1986 looks back on the school year and remembers. It's been said The best way to predict the future is to remember the past. Remember trying to ad- just to three minute bells be- tween class and enforcement of the dress code. Who could forget the Seniors going to Savannah, not to mention looking like crazy people on Halloween. Ah, looking back through time it has all gone so fast. The fun ex- periences that made this last year a special year. This section is dedi- cated to the Seniors not just for rememberance, but it is looking to the future. Jill Griffin answers a question about U.S. Government during her sixth period study hall. At Fort Pulaski some of the Seniors relax on the grass before touring the rest of the fort. Heath Griffith, Sherrie Rizer, Jeff McGill and Kristi Connelly feel it's a little too bright . Kristi Connelly, Mary Gustin, Lisa Hudson, Sara Gustin, and Jill Griffin have the breeze in their hair. Seniors These group of Seniors enjoy their lunch sitting outside on the picnic bench. Scott Hiott attempts to scare Mary Kate Dean by sneaking up behind her. KIM HEADDEN, Just kidding , St. Elmo's Fire , Berly , Moonlighting , The Cosby Show , Chicago, Alabama, Hen- ry Fonda, Katherine Hepburn, I like to go to David's on the weekend and teach him how to shop. MICHELLE HEADDEN, I don't care, I really don't care. , Shel- ly , Oxford Blues , 1g 4g, Van Hafen, Rob Lowe, Duran Duran, 'Til Tuesday, lames Bond, St. El- mo's Fire , Nick Rhodes, Ally iSheedy, Pee Wee's Big Adven- ture. Charleston 1976 — cursive writing . 1977 — LAURETTE HINTON, uptown, Charleston, REO Speedwagon, Chicago, The Cosby Show , E.T. , Back to the Future , Gremlins , Highway to Heav- en , going out with friends, I would like to be a nurse or an elementary school teacher. HENRY HIOTT, Yabba Dabba Poo , Back to the Future , HBO, Duran Duran, Sting, Buck- wheat, Otto , Charleston, play music, likes to try and get lost, I would like to be a millionaire when I grow up! ‘JIMMY HIOTT, Charleston, the beach, watch college football, Jimbo , Jaws , Miami Vice , Eagles, Van Halen, likes a peace- ful day, I want to be a million- aire when I grow up and live on the beach in Miami. LORI HIOTT, Go for the best leave behind the rest , Esqui- vita from South America, Tears for Fears, Miami Vice , Prince Guiding Light , Journey, up- town, have a good time with friends, 1 want to be Don John- son's wife. SCOTT HOITT, No way Jose , go to the river and fish, Rambo , Phil Collins, Revenge of the Nerds , Prince, Billy Joel, Conan , fishing magazines, Cupcake , 1 want to be a pro- fessional fisherman when I grow up. DUKE HIPP, Take Life in Stride , play music, Slick Moe , David tee Roth, Charles Bron- son, David Letrerman, Gary Coo- per, go to Charleston, commit petty crimes, High Noon , I want to be a living legend when I grow up. KIP HOOKER, Charleston, beach, skiing, watching movies, How do you spell that? , Kip- ster , Breakfast Club , Wham, Back to the Future , Magnum P.k, Clemson, I want to be the proofreader for Webster's Dic- . tionary : BILLY HOWELL, Know what I mean, Vern? , hunting, go out with friends, Phil Collins, Miami Vice Sly Stallone, Madonna, The Cosby Show , Vern , Mi- chael J. Fox, I want to be a trans- former when I grow up. went to the state house in Columbia 1978 — Field Fun Filled Field Trip The Senior class gathers for a memorable picture at Ft, Pulaski. Seniors Moving Up And Out Realizing that their high school years were almost over, the Sen- iors tried to remember every event. This brought the class clos- er than ever before. As seniors they were thought of as a whole, a group, but now they are thirty- seven individuals, each striving for happiness and success in life. The Class of 1986 was moving up and out. With so much to do, Jimmy Hiott can't decide what to do next. Seniors walk on the wall of Fort Pulaski to get a better view. Everyone here enjoys playing on the see- saws at Forsythe Park. The Seniors listen intently to the history of Ft. Pulaski. 56 Seniors Homeroom allows these Seniors to get ready for the upcoming day. Seniors [ 57 Seniors gather at a fountain in Forsythe Park. 1980 — social studies projects 1981 — Science exam USA HUDSON, What? , go shopping, Are you Serious? , Airhead , $t. Elmo's Fire , John Waite, Wham, Dennis the Menace, Duran Duran, Who's the Boss , Desperately Seeking Susan , Hunter , Miami Vice , Madonna, DEANNE JONES, I don't un- derstand , shopping, the beach, Dea , Chicago, Rambo , Guiding Light , Sly Stallone, Knots Landing , Who's the Boss , go to the movies, Kristi Ferrell, Kim Zimmer, go to par- ties, dating. CINDY KINARD, shopping, Charleston, roadtrips, parties, Cyn , Van Halen, General Hospital , Emma Sam ms, Tristan Rogers, Chicago, Knots Land- ing , The Cosby Show , Rambo , beach, ballgames, dat- ing, movies. CAROLE McCANTS, Tiger , Bryan Adams, Dale Murphy, Ma- donna, St. Elmo's Fire , Emilio Estevez, Steve Sax, The Break- fast Club , Guiding Light , go out to eat with friends, date Tuck, listening to the radio, Well Excuuuse Mel! Seniors TONYA McCLURE, I doubt it , date John, Punkin , Porky's Dallas , When I grow up I want to be the Mayor of Smoaks. Falcon Crest , Guid- ing Light , Knots Landing , Kly- maxx, Bryan Adams, Phil Collins, Red Dawn . tuck McConnell, Toogie , Lee Marvin, John Wayne, Hey, don't worry about it , Kirk Douglas, Johnny Cash, float down the river with friends. Country music, old westerns, Jacksonboro light, I want to be Captain Kirk when I grow up . Leaving Ft. Pulaski behind, the seniors went to a picnic. Day 1979 — Fort Sumter, Savannah Science Museum Leaving Ft, Pulaski behind, the Seniors want to picnic JEFF McGILL, Ingemar Sten- MICHELLE MORRIS, Peach , mark . Van Halen, Not good U2, James Dean, Mel Gibson, guys, not good at all , Happy John Taylor, MTV, 1g 4g, Cita- Trails, Joe Piscapo, Heather del Mall, Charleston, London, Thomas, Bugs Bunny, Rolling saying nothing at all , When 1 Stones, Charleston, skiing in the grow up, J want to be a MTV Swiss Alps, St. Elmo's Fire , Eat- guest VJ , Power Station, Duran ing Tuna Fish. Duran. SeniorT B5} B -------------------------a------ Kathy Bryan Kristi Connelly Connie Craven jocjj Crosby Mary Kate Dean Chris Dodd Jill Griffin Heath Griffith Sara Mary Gustin Pat Harmon Kim Headden Michelle Headden Laurette Hinton Henry Hiott Jimmy Hiott Lori Hiott Seniors Scott Hiott Tonya McClure Duke Hipp Kip Hooker Billy Howell Billy Ritter Sherrie Rizer Johnny Rodgers The Seniors stand in front of the Savannah Exposition. BILLY RITTER, Ain't no beef , go uptown and be with friends, ' 'Co n a n the Barbaria n' Rambo , 1 want to be a profes- sional baseball player when 1 grow up , Moose , Porky's , I can't remember any class his- tory. SHERRIE RIZER, it's getting dirty in here , Ed is to beach, cheering, shopping, dating, Pe- tunia , John Conlee, go to par- ties, Risky Business , Alabama, The Citadel, Jimmy Buffet, Caro- lina ballgames, I'm just pick- ing - 1982 — high school 1983 — driver's licenses JOHNNY RODGERS, That's just about good , Little Gener- al , Tina Turner, tennis, J.R. , Amy Grant, The Breakfast Club , Chris Evert Loyd, Jimmy Anias, Live life to the limit, 'cause you only live life once. The Senior girls pose onthe porch of the Gingerbread House in Savannah. The Senior boys gather around the cannon at Fort Pulaski. The Seniors enjoy Forsythe Park. 1984 — dissecting frogs . . . 1985 — class rings . . SONJA SMOAK, No doubt , party, Guiding Light , Klymaxx, Tom Cruise, shopping. Prince, John Waite Charleston, Jesse Johnson, Smurfette , Sly Stal- lone, Don Johnson, Rambo . WARD ULMER, Hey Winslett, I really hate this class , Phil Col- lins, God , Miami Vice , Jamie Lee Curtis, Sly Stallone, go out with you know who , Be Down , I want to be Ram bo when I grow up , Quiet I say . CAROLINE WERNTZ, What more to life than socializing , Clemson football, Caddy , Bry- an Adams, WHAM, Mike Eppley, General Hospital , Mats Wi- lander, Back to the Future , Brad Komminsk, Todd Black- ledge, Hail Oates. The Way We Were The past years at John C. Calhoun have been fun-filled and exciting times. Everyone remembers the first day of school, field trips, class projects, raising money, class rings, Jr.-Sr., SAT and many other fun experiences. Now that we have gotten to know each other through the years, we have developed long-lasting friendships. Everyone agreed that they could not have made it without special friends. We remem- ber the experiences that happened at John C. Calhoun Academy, The way we were. Kristi Connelly, eighth grader, cheers the J.V. team to victory. Caroline Wertnz, Sara Gustin, Cindy Kinard, and Mary Gustin enjoy being on the tennis team. Sara Gustin and Jill Griffin, sixth graders, like to eat their lunch in the lunch room. Billy Howell's look of discouragement reveals the outcome of the golf match. Seniors The Way We Are On the field trip to Savannah, Kathy Bryan finds an easy way to get off the bus. During fifth period lunch, The Seniors gather at the picnic tables for a group shot. In Forsythe Park, the playground is well liked by everyone. Seniors Senior MOST ATHLETIC Danny Beach and Connie Craven were chosen for this superlative due to their ability to excel in the many sports that they participated in at John C. Whether it be football, basketball, baseball, softball, or powderpuff football, Danny and Connie gave 150% for their team and school. Their involvement in athletics showed their pride in their school. MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT Ward Ulmer and Kim Headden were elected by the Senior class as the students who displayed the most school spirit. If they weren't participating in a sport or cheering on the sidelines, they were found in the stands urging their team to victory. Ward was always there to encourage his fellow teammates before a game. As for Kim, being the head of the Pep Club and also a Varsity cheerleader there was no time for her not to show her spirit. Most Athletic 66 Senior Superlative Most School Spirit Most Versatile MISS DAR The Daughters of the American Revolu- tion awarded Carole McCants the honor of being chosen Miss DAR. She received this award for her outstanding character, and citizenship. MOST VERSATILE Although many students participated in sports at school, there were also academic functions and other activities that kept stu- dents busy. Two such students were Dan- ny Beach and Carole McCants. They were active academically and athletically and still maintained above average grades. Miss DAR Superlatives MR. AND MS. WARHAWK Ward Ulmer and Sherrie Rizer had the honors of being chosen as Mr. and Ms. Warhawk. The school faculty selected these students base on their previous ac- tivities, involvement, and accomplish- ments they received during their school years. Dependability and school loyalty, are a few qualities that stood out from the other students. Throughout Sherrie's school years, she has been captain of the Varsity cheerleaders, sports editor of the Talon and Warhawk Staff, and member of the Broadcast Club and NHS. Ward has participated in many sports such as foot- ball, basketball, and baseball. He was also a member of the Warhawk Staff and Pres, of the Student Council. For the future, Sher- rie hopes to attend University of S.C. and Ward plans to go to Francis Marion. MOST DEPENDABLE Kipp Hooker and Carole McCants were chosen as most conscientious. Whenever there was a job to be done or a deadline to be met, the students and teachers knew they could depend on Kipp and Carole. Kip was the band co-captain and Carole was the girl's varsity basketball team co- captain. These positions obviously re- quired dependable character. WITTIEST Duke Hipp and Jill Griffin were chosen as wittiest by the Seniors. They always had a joke or a friendly smile to cheer people up. No matter what the situation, these two were able to make the best of it. MOST CONGENIAL Whenever a student needed someone to talk to either, Henry Hiott or Michelle Morris was the one to turn to. They were selected as the friendliest people of their class. Their cheerful smiles gave the stu- dents a sense of warmth and trust. Mr. And Ms. Warhawk Most Dependable Most Congenial Wittiest Senior Superlative 67 Senior Statistics THOMAS MATTHEW ADDISON: Photographer — 3, 4; Tennis — 3, 4; Band — 1, 2, 3, 4; Percussion Captain — 3, 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; War- hawk Staff — 3, 4 (News Editor); Stu- dent Council — 1, 2 (Sec. Treas.), 3 (Vice Pres.); Class Pres. — 2; Class Vice Pres. — 4; French Club — 1, 2 (Vice Pres.) 3; j.E.T.S. — 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 2 3; National Honor Roll — 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students — 1, 2, 3, 4; Wofford Scholar — 3, 4; Presbyterian Junior Fellow — 3, 4; Press and Stan- dard Correspondent — 4; Biology Award — 2; Student Council Award — 3; Clemson Biology Merit Exam (Honorable Mention) — 2; Math Achievement — 1, 2 DANIEL CLARK BEACH: Football — 1, 2, 3 4 (All Conference) (Confer- ence Offensive Back of the Year); Bas- ketball — 1, 2 3 4; Baseball — 1, 2, 3 (All Conference) (Golden Glove); French Club — 1, 2; Science Club — 1, 2; Broadcast Club — 3 4; Powder- puff Coach — 3, 4; Outstanding Ser- vice Award — 3 KATHERINE IRENE BRYAN: Powder- puff Team — 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2, 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Pep Club — 4; Warhawk Staff — 4; Broadcast Club — 4; Chorus — 4; Office Aid — 2; Teacher's Aid — 4; Algebra Award — 3 KRISTIN LYNN CONNELLY: Cheer- leader — 1, 2, 3, 4; Softball — 1; Pow- derpuff —- 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Broadcast Club — 4; Chorus — 4; Talon Staff — 1, 2, 3 (Classes Editor), 4 (Classes Editor); Homecoming Queen — 4; Miss J.C.C.A. — 2; Senior Spon- sor — 2, 4 CONNIE ANN CRAVEN: Basketball — 1, 2, 3, 4 (Co-Cap.); Band — 1; Pow- derpuff —1,2, 3, 4; Softball — 3 (Best Batting Average); Saturday Morning Basketball Coach — 2; Perfect Atten- dance — 1 JODI MARIA CROSBY; Softball — 2; Powderpuff — 2, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Broadcast Club — 3; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Library Aid — 4 MARY KATE DEAN: Powderpuff — 3, 68 E Senior Directory 4; French Club — 1, 2; Warhawk Staff — 3,4 (Business Manager); Talon Staff — 3, 4 (Business Manager); Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Pep Club — 4; Cho- rus — 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students — 2, 3, 4; Class Treasurer — 3; English Award — 3; Chemistry Award — 3 CHRISTOPHER PATTERSON DODD MARY HOLLIDAY CUSTIN: Powder- puff — 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis — 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball — 1 (Most Valuable Player), 2; Talon Staff — 1; French Club — 1, 2; Poetry Project Award — 1 SARA ANNE GUSTIN: Basketball — 1, 2; Tennis — 1 (Most Improved), 2, 3, 4; Powderpuff — 4; French Club — 1, 2; Senior Sponsor —- 4 JILL ELIZABETH GRIFFIN: Cheer leader — 1, 2, 3; Powderpuff — 1,2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Broadcast Club — 3, 4; Warhawk Staff — 4 (Assistant Editor), Student Council — 4; Chorus — 1, 4; Senior Sponsor — 3; Home- coming Queen Candidate — 4 LAWRENCE HEATH GRIFFITH: Foot- ball — 1, 3; Baseball — 1, 2, 3 (Most Improved), 4; Basketball — 1, 2, 3; French Club — 1, 2; Science Club — I, 2, 3; Powderpuff Coach and Cheer- leader — 3,4 JOHN PATRICK HARMON: Transfer from Central Cabarrus High School — 3; Baseball — 1, 2, 3 (All Conference), 4; Basketball — 3, 4; Football — 3, 4 (All Conference); Spanish Club — 3 (Pres.), 4; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Broadcast Club — 3; Powderpuff Coach — 3, 4; Pep Club — 4 KIMBERLY DAWN HEADDEN: Cheerleader — 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis — 1, 2 (Most Improved), 3, 4; Basketball — 1; Powderpuff — 1, 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Broadcast Club — 3; French Club — 1, 2; Warhawk Staff — 4; Talon Staff — 3, 4; Pep Club — 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 2, 3, 4; Cho- rus — 4; Society of American High School Students — 2, 3, 4; Academic All-American — 2, 3, 4; Chemistry Award — 3; English Award — 1, 2, 3; History Award — 2; Physical Science Award — 2; Math Award — 1, 2, 3 CARLA MICHELLE HEADDEN: Band — 1; Powderpuff — 3, 4; Basketball Statistician — 4; French Club — 1, 2, 3; Pep Club — 4; Broadcast Club — 3; Warhawk Staff — 2, 3, 4; Who's Who Among American High School Stu- dents — 3, 4; Chorus — 4; Perfect Attendence — 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Fair Award — 1 MARY LAURETTE HINTON: Band — 1,2, 3,4; French Club — 1, 2, 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3; Office Aid — 2; Teach- er's Aid — 4; Library Aid — 4; Poetry Project Award — 1 HENRY PLANT HIOTT II: Band — 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis — 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; J.E.T.S. — 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 3; Computer Science Club — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Biology Award — 2; Biol- ogy Test — 2 (1st Place); Chemistry Award — 3; Typing Award — 3; Com- puter Science Award — 3; Boy's State — 3; Teen-age Republicans — 3; Wofford Scholar — 4 JAMES O'NEAL HIOTT III: Football 1, 2, 3 (Most Improved), 4 (All Confer- ence); Basketball — 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball — 1, 3; French Club — 1, 2; Warhawk Staff — 4; Powderpuff Coach — 3, 4 LORI SONYA HIOTT: Powderpuff — 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2, 3 (Vice Pres.); Chorus — 1, 2; J.E.T.S. — 3; Student Council — 3; English Award — 2; Clemson Biology Merit Exam Finialist — 3; Office Aid — 2 SCOTT FREDERICK HIOTT: Baseball — 1; Basketball — 4; Football — 1, 2, 3 (Golden Helmet), 4 (All Conference) (All State); French Club — 1, 2; Perfect Attendance — 3 DARREN KIRBY HIPP: Football — 1, 2; Basketball — 1, 2; Tennis — 3, 4; Band — 1, 2, 3, 4; Percussion Captain — 1, 2; Band Captain — 3; Band Co- Captain — 4; Concert Award — 2; J.E.T.S. — 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 3, 4; Photographer — 3; Class Vice Pres. — 2; American Legion Essay Contest Runner-up — 3 PAUL KISLER HOOKER, JR.: Band — 1, 2, 3,4 {Co-Cap.}; Football — 1; War- hawk Staff — 4; Student Council — 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; J.E.T.S. — 2, 3; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Class Rep. — 2; Class Pres. — 3, 4; Marshall — 2, 3; Citadel Scholar — 3; Presbyterian Junior Fellows — 3; Fur- man Scholar — 3; Wofford Scholar — 3; Society of Distinguished American High School Students — 2, 3, 4; Na- tional Honor Roll — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Stu- dents — 3, 4; Boy's State — 3; Gover- nor's School — 3; U.5. Achievement Academy Award — 1; National Lead- ership and Service Award — 2; Chem- istry Award — 3; English III Award — 3; U.S. History Award — 3; Algebra I and II Awards — 1, 3; Physical Science Award — 1; Poetry Project Award — 1 WILLIAM T. HOWELL, JR.: Golf — 1 (Most Improved), 2, 3, 4; Football — 1, 2, 3, 4 (All Conference); Basketball — 2, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Science Club — 1; J.E.T.S. - 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 3, 4; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Pep Club — 4; Outstanding Service Award — 3; Boy's State — 3; Student Government — 1; Who's Who Among American High School Students —- 3, 4; Pow- derpuff Coach — 3, 4 LISA KAYE HUDSON: Powderpuff — i, 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; War- hawk Staff — 4; Chorus — 4; Science Club 1, 2; Poetry Award — 1 DEANNE MICHELLE JONES: Powder- puff 2; Student Council — 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 3; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Library Aid — 4 CYNTHIA JANICE KINARD: Tennis 1; Solo Ensemble — 1; Talon Staff — 1; French Club — 1, 2 (Treas.); War- hawk Staff — 4; Broadcast Club — 3; National Honor Society — 3, 4; Co- lumbia College Scholar — 3; Presby- terian College Junior Fellow — 3; Girl's State Alternate — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Stu- dents — 3, 4; National Honor Roll —- 3; Academic All-American — 3; Mar- shall — 1, 2, 3; U.S. National Math- ematics Award — 2; Chemistry Award — 3; Algebra I and II Awards — 1, 3; Physical Science Award — 1; French 1 Award — 1; Poetry Project Award — 1 CAROLE ANN McCANTS: Basketball — 1 (Co-Cap.), 2, 3, 4 (Co-Cap.); Soft- ball —1,3, 4; French Club — 1, 2, 3; National Honor Society — 3, 4 (Secre- tary); Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Colum- bia College Scholar — 3; Girl's State Alternate — 3; English Achievement — 3; Algebra II Award — 3; Miss DAR — 4; Class Beauty — 1, 2; Class Sec, Treas. — 3, 4 TONYA DENISE McCLURE: Trans- ferred from Andrew Jackson 1; French Club — 1, 2; J.E.T.S. — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3,4; Business Edu- cation Award — 3; Math Award : r 3 ERNEST RUSSELL McCONNELL 111: Football — 1, 2 (MVP), 3; Baseball — 1; Basketball — 1, 2, 4; Tennis — 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; J.E.T.S. — 2, 3; Chorus — 4; Wofford Scholar — 3; Citadel Scholar V 3; Wofford Gifted Students — 1, 2; Outstanding Chem- istry Award — 3; Algebra Award — 1 JEFFREY SHANE McCILL: Transfered from Walterboro High School -4- 3; Football — 3, 4 (All Conference); Baseball— 3, 4; Powderpuff Cheer- leader — 3; Warhawk Staff — 4; Broadcast Club — 3; Spanish Club — 3, 4; Student Government — 4 KATHRYN MICHELLE MORRIS: Powderpuff — 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2, 3; Broadcast Club — 3; Colum- bia College Scholar — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Stu- dents — 3, 4; Homecoming Court — 4; Class Beauty -.'44 3, 4; Young Miss J.C.C.A. — 1 WILLIAM PARKER RITTER: Football I, 2, 3 (Best Lineman), 4 (All Confer- ence); Baseball — 1 2, 3 (Best Re- bounder), 4; Science Club — 1, 2, 3; Perfect Attendance — 1, 2, 3, 4 SHERYL DENISE RIZER: Cheerleader — 1 (Co-Cap.) 2, 3, (Co-Cap.), 4 (Cap- tain); Powderpuff — 1, 2, 3, 4; Talon Staff — 3, 4 (Sports Editor); Warhawk Staff — 3, 4 (Sports Editor); French Club — 1, 2; Science Club — 1, 2, 3; J. E.T.S. - 3; Broadcast Club — 3; Na- tional Honor Society — 3, 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Girl's State — 3; School Students — 2, 3, 4; Academic All-American — 2, 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students — 3, 4; French II Award 2; English II Award — 3; Spirit Award — 1; Senior Sponsor 3; Class Sec. Treas. — 2 SONJA KAYE SMOAK: Tennis — 1; Powderpuff — 3; Photographer — 1; French Club —1,2; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Academic Team — 3 LARRY EDWARD ULMER II: Football I, 2, 3, 4 (All Conference); Basketball — 1,2 (Co-Cap.), 3, 4; Baseball — 1 (Best Defense), 2, 3, 4; Powderpuff Coach 2, 3, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Science Club — 1, 2, 3; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4 (Type setting Coordinator); Broadcast Club — 3; Student Govern- ment — 4 (Pres.) JOHN HAMILTON ROGERS, JR.: Tennis 2, 3 (Coaches Award), 4; Band — 1, 2, 3, 4; Assistant Drum Ma- jor — 2, 3; Drum Major — 4; Solo Ensemble — 1; 1st Place All-American Drum Major Contest — 2, 3; Chorus — 1, 4; French Club — 1, 2; Talon Staff —- 1, 3; Science Club — 2, 3; Warhawk Staff — 3, 4; Broadcast Club - 3; J.E.T.S. — 3; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 4; Poetry Project Award — 1; Basketball Scorekeeper — 4 CAROLINE RICHARDSON WERNTZ: Tennis — 1, 2, 3 (Most Improved), 4; Powderpuff — 1, 2, 3, 4; Broadcast Club — 3; J.E.T.S. —2, 3; French Club — 1, 2 3; Talon Staff — 3, 4 (Ads Editor); Warhawk Staff — 3, 4 (Fea- tures Editor); Press and Standard Cor- respondant — 4; Pep Club — 4; Na- tional Honor Society —. 3, 4 (Pres.); J. C.C.A. Academic Team — 3 (2nd Place), 4; Winthrop Challenge Team — 3, 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students — 3, 4; Society of Distinguished American High School Students — 1, 2, 3, 4; National Honor Roll — 1, 2; Wofford Scholar — 4; Furman Scholar — 3; Girl's State — 3; Governor's School Alternate — 3; Newberry Scholar — 4; Wofford College Summer Enrichment Program for Gifted Students — 1; Clemson's Summer Enrichment Program for Outstanding High School Students — I, 2; Academic All-American — 2; J. E.T.S. English Award — 2; Converse College Presidential Leadership Award — 3; French I Award — 1; Al- gebra I Award — 1; U.S. History Award — 3; U.S. Achievement Acad- emy Math Award — 1; National Lead- ership Award — 2; Class Vice Pres. — 2; Basketball Statistician — 4 Senior Directory 1 69 Looking To The Future Class officers: President — Scott Moody, Vice Pres. — Marc Warren, Secretary Treasurer — Melody McGinnis, Business Manager — Johnnie Neal, Class representative — Madison Farrell. This year, the Class of '87 enjoyed the activi- ties involved with being Junior. They stayed busy selling magazines and preparing the Haunted House at the Halloween carnival. The class sponsored the Homecoming Dance and worked on the Junior-Senior Dance. SAT scores and colleges of choice were frequent topics of conversation as the students looked forward to their future. Penny Altman Monica Avant Jo Lynn Bennett Will Bryan Joy Bunton Aimee Cheves Clint Chewning Melanie Crosby Madison Farrell Robbie Hogan During sixth period typing class, Scott Moody and Robbie Hogan concen- trate diligently to avoid making any mistakes. 70 T 11th Grade Winners of the Original Blue and White Day, the Juniors show that they do have ' Hawk Fever. Traci Warren Marc Warren, Mrs. Smoak and Thomas Rowe look at the prizes given to the top seller of magazines. Mark Williams Not pictured — Gene Simmons Michelle Hughes Chris Hulsey Robin Jones Sean Knight Melody McGinnis Henry Mills Scott Moody Johnnie Neal Karen Nettles Leslie Padgett Stephen Padgett Debbie Powers Thomas Rowe Brian Strickland Marc Warren 11th Grade J 71 Responsibility On The Rise Class officers: President — Chad Brightwell, Vice- Pres. — Mike Hiott, Secretary Treasurer — Amy Goehring, Class Representative — Becky Bennett. Rising from Junior Varsity to Varsity level in sports this year, many sophmores felt added responsibility. They also tackled courses in Ge- ometry, Biology, World History, and second year foreign languages. Becky Bennett Elizabeth Biggers Chad Brightwell Kim Carter Benji Crosby Paige Duboise Jamie Gahagan Amy Goehring Allen Gustrn Allyson Haynes Benjie Herndon Toby Hinton Matthew Hiott Mike Hiott Wendy Hiott Toni Hooker Ashley Hudson Caroline Linder Wendy Litchfield George Long 10th Grade : Donald Martin Eric McGill Willie Morris Robbie Murdaugh Scott Pellum Holly Roberts Chris Rowe Sandy Sanders Dee Ann Simmons Donna Sineath Cindy Smith Lynn Smith Jamie Gahagan often finds French II class to be full of surprises. David Strickland Jeanette Turner Tracy Ulmer Wendy Ulmer Joy Walker Mrcheaf Warren Bud Williams Matthew Hiott, Benjie Herndon, and Scott Pel- lum enjoy their lunch in the lunchroom and pose for this picture. Not pictured — Kelly Fer- guson, Terry Jones New Challenges Class officers: President — Kevin Beach, Vice-Pres. — Christie Steele, Secretary Treasurer — Todd Fen- nell, Class representative — Emily Warren. The ninth grade took P.E. this year for the first time. Their extracurricular activities in- cluded Junior Varsity football, basketball, band, and studying for their driver's permits. The courses they studied included Algebra I, Civics, and Physical Science. Kevin Beach Emily Brinson Scott Craven Wayne Crosby Renee Dennis Christy Dopson Allan Dulaney Renee Dennis Christy Dopson seem to be part of a science experiment. J.J. Evans Kim Fennell Todd Fennel] Amy Gentry 9th Grade During cheerleader camp, Toni Wilson and Amy Gentry find a few mo- ments to rest. Jimmy McCants Mary Morris Allison Nettles Bert Reeves Michael Ritter Lesi Rodgers Daryl Smoak David Steedly Tammy Steedly Christy Steele Emily Brinson, a new stu- dent at John C. learns how to run the computer. Brian Thomas K.J. Varnadoe Emily Warren Chris Watkins Toni Wilson 9th Grade J 75 Sports? The Favorite Choice Earth Science keeps these eighth graders interested and allows them to learn about their environment. Sports were a major part of the year for these active eighth graders. They enjoyed football, basketball, baseball, and cheerleading. They also participated in band and other clubs. Still, these versatile students found time to study for Algebra, English, American History, and Earth Science. Grayson Altman Chad Britt Eric Bennett Stephanie Brinson Angie Broach Christy Bryan Jamie Bryan Whit Carter Kevin Crosby Jamie Cummings Stacey Dandridge Kenny Dantzler Jay Deloach Chris Drawdy Matt Free Heather Gahagan Beth Gaskin Allen Goehring Keri Holmes Terri Hudson 8th Grade Bubba Jones Cam Werntz and Kevin Crosby do an experiment in Earth Science which takes great patience to get done. Heath Jones Kevin Litchfield Hope McGrady Scott Meegan Umesh Patel Melodie Pearce Jamie Ritter Misty Shumaker Michael Smith Becky Stewart Kim Strickland Tara Ulmer Eric Warren Cam Werntz Stephanie Brinson care- fully measures ingredients in the graduated cylinder. Donice Williams Susan Zeigler 8th Grade J 77 Hard At Work During life science lab. Holly Sineath carefully draws a mono- cot stem section. The seventh grade's workload this year in- cluded English compositions, South Carolina History projects, and courses in literature, alge- bra, and life science. The students also enjoyed P.E. and working with computers. Everett Bootle Drew Brightwell Allison Goehring and Sta- cey Padgett write down important data for their experiment. Melissa Craven Suzie Crosby Tanya Dewitt Ron Duboise Sonya Eaterlin Allison Goehring Tim Godwin Kenneth Greenwell Asher Howell Michelle Jones Wesley Jones Reaves McLeod 78 r 7th Grade gMiS -i;-- • - Trying not to get any air bubbles on her slide, Jen- nifer Mixson prepares it for observation. Young MeWhirter Jeanette Mixson Rodney Murdaugh Edward Oswald Stacey Padgett Roshni Patel Shannon Pellum Nicole Ray Toby Silber Holly Sineath Kevin Smoak Cam Thomas Carla Valentine Shane Walker Michelle Woodard Kevin Smoak, Wesley Jones and Melissa Craven discuss the observations they have just made on the telescope. 7th Grade i 79 Never Ending Work These eager sixth'graders check out book from the library for their upcoming book report. Book reports and social studies projects kept these students busy. They also studied General Science and math. Outside of school, the sixth grade enjoyed such sports as soccer and karate. A highlight of the year was a field trip to Middleton Place. Robby Baggett Ashley Biggers Shelley White looks through various newspa- pers to choose the right picture for her assign- ment. Angella Butler Tommy Carroll Jennifer Carter Kevin Dantzler Whitt DuPree Paige Fletcher Kristy Godley Virginia Greenwell Melissa Hinton Garry Hunt fason Jones Will Marvin Lee McConnell Kevin Miles Kristy Godley carefully chooses pictures that she can glue on the construc- tion paper. Archie Murdaugh Joni Nettles Michael Padgett Robbie Padgett Stephanie Pruett lan Saunders Kristen Smith Rebecca Speaks Detra Stanfield Laurie Steele Donna Stringfield Griffin Warren Shelley White Landis Williams The sixth graders take time out of class to pose for a picture with Mrs. Speaks. 6th Grade I 81 Spirit Rates High The fifth grade boys can always be found having a good time, even when they're eating. The fifth grade was a very spirited group this year. They received the spirit stick at a pep rally and during the Homecoming pep rally they dressed up as Warhawks with wings and beaks. Their support was greatly appreciated. Jamie Ackerman Wade Adams Wes Adams Byron Briggs Pam Butler Ree DeLoach Lance Dennis Jennifer Jones doesn't mind having her picture taken, but Mandy Jones sure does. Felicia Fargnoli Jason Franklin Paige Headden Clark Hiott Cope Johnston Jennifer Jones Leah Jones Mandy Jones Ike Langley Wade Marvin Todd Meegan Jennifer Jones enjoys her lunch in the lunchroom with her teacher, Mrs. Warren. Pat Padgett Randee Ritter Dargan Rowe Cassie Silber Jennie Smoak Jesse Walker Craig White Cassie Silber, Ree De- loach, And Jason Franklin take a break from working on the vocabulary on the chalk board. 5th Grade Talent In The Making William Southard enjoys his Thanksgiving feast during the play they pre- sented for the third grade. The fourth grade was a group of talented actors and actresses this year. They acted out a Thanksgiving play in the library for the third grade. They also helped in raising Warhawk spirit in the many pep rallies that were held this year. Trey Asbelle Edward Broach Amy Carter Rhonda Dopson Susan Drawdy Steven English Walter Fralix Holly Griffith Robyn Keller Richard Koontz These fourth graders, the pilgrims and indians, act out the very first Thanks- giving. 4th Grade Edward Broach asks Mrs. Griffin to explain a diffi- cult problem that he doesn't understand. Tiffanie Lee Shane Polk Allison Pooser Brian Snead William Southard Jason Strickland Allison Pooser, Amy Carter, and Tiffanie Lee, show that they are the very best of friends. Bert Sweat Joe Webster Not pictured — Bonnie Cummings Upcoming Scientists Holly Bottomley and Lau- rel Oswald warmly wel- come some new stu- dents to the third grade. A major part of the third grade's year was in academics. They studied science in which they learned about cells. They took a field trip in the spring. The third grade made folders of S.C. History in which they learned important infor- mation about their state. Jon Baggett Colette Bailey Leigh Ann Bennett Holly Bottomley Risa Dopson Jessica Durham Jamie Floyd Daniel Garris Lisa Gentry Amy Godley Wanda Herndon Brandon Hiott Elizabeth Hughes Perry Hunt Jennifer Mixson Donald Orsini Laurel Oswald Stephanie Padgett Jason Peeler Wes Pye Patrick Ritter Jessica Durham, Ashley Woodard, and Stephanie Padgett finish making their scarecrows. Chad Rowe Richard Sheffield Stacie Sineath Brenda Smith Kimberly Smith Linda Smith John Steele Shelby Tripp Kelly Ulmer Carmon Valentine Marty Watkins Ashley Woodard Learning how to operate a computer is very easy for these astute third graders and fun also. Not pictured — Nichole Owens 3rd Grade I 87 Bilingual 2nd Graders Coloring and gluing are two favorite activities of the second grade. Many of the second grade girls were in- volved in Brownies this year. They were busy selling cookies. During Christmas time the sec- ond grade learned to sing Jingle Bells in Spanish and sang it to all the grades in the lower school building. Katrina Ackerman Jennifer Beach Waylon Cain Lecreacia Cromer Danielle Dantzler Hope Duboise Stephanie Fennell Stacy Franklin Allison Herndon Bud Herndon During the Christmas pro- gram, Mrs. Herndon's class combined with the third grade to make a low- er school chorus. Gary Herndon Jennifer Johnson Garnett Johnston Frankie Kellam Kimberly Labine Christy Maxcey Joe McConnell Kaci Nelson Sara Nettles Kacee Parker Andy Pearce Shawn Smoak Ginger Speaks Tamara Stanfill Michael Stone Jarred Sumner Mrs, Herndon, always concerned about cold weather, helps her stu- dents bundle-up to go to the lunchroom. Angie Sweat William Williams 2nd Grade Birds Of A Feather These first graders work very hard in their spelling books so they can (earn to read. This year's first grade was involved In extra- curricular activities such as soccer and other sports. They also studied birds. They learned names of different kinds of birds. They made folders in which they placed all their informa- tion. Casey Ackerman Stephanie Bailey Sarah Benton Ted Bottomley Melissa Craven Mikey Crosby Pati Dantzler Michael Dopson Matthew Dorff Christy Fargnoli Mary Ellen Fischer Brandon Fralix Wendy Henderson Ellen Herndon Brandon Hill Melanie Hoats Angel Johnson Laura Kinard Charlie McLauchlin Bryon Mros Everyone is excited about seeing Santa Claus and the candy that he has brought them Ashley Ramsey Bill Richardson Emily Risher Nicole Robertson Angie Smith Scarlett Smith Crystal Smoak Monica Smoak Chad Spell Jonathan Spell Leah Steele Crystal Smoak, who has al- ready finished her work, prefers to hold her Cab= bage Patch doll. Lee Stringfield Cara Valentine Not pictured — Robbie Cummings 1st Grade J 91 Thirty-Five Tourists Winnie the Pooh visits the kindergarten and enter tains them with a wiggle of his ears and nose. This year's Kindergarten class visited Oak- wood Health Care Center and presented a Thanksgiving program. Around Christmas time the class traveled to Cottageville to get their Christmas tree. Mr. John Smith, Jr. told them about trees, their uses, and how they grow. Regina Ackerman Brittany Black Joy Cromer and Joey Gas- kin enjoy a snack of milk and cookies before get- ting back to work. Cindy Bryan Matthew Bryan Clint Cain Michael Castle Jamie Cook Wes Craven joy Cromer Sam Dandridge Melissa Dantzler Jamie Eleu Tony Fargnoli Kory Farman Joey Gaskin Kimberly Gilmore Cutler Hamilton Will Haynes Laura Hiott Amanda Hull Will Kiser Justin Kodama Katherine Koedinger Cara Parker These kindergarteners learn how to keep phys- ically fit during their P.E. class with Coach Meegan. Crystal Priester Shane Robertson Justin Shearer Andrea Sheffield Kelly Smith Julie Strickland Eric Sumner Lance Wilson After a cold but fun recess on the playground, every- one returns inside to get warmed up. Nicki Wise Dallas Wood Michael Wood Not pictured, Jina Cum- mings Kindergarten Gone But Not Forgotten On May thirty-first the 1985 Commencement took place. After the traditional Processional, the Rev. Steven A. Miller gave the Invocation and later, the Benedic- tion. Marsha McGinnis, Salutor- ian, gave the welcome. Mr. Ben- nett introduced Ted Turner, president of Turner Broadcasting Systems, who was to give the ad- dress. Then Charles E. Griffith presented the Diplomas to thirty- three anxious Seniors. Keith War- ren presented the class gift and Ward Ulmer accepted the posi- tion of Student Council President for '85-'86. A tearful farewell was said by Lara Craven, Valedictorian. After the Benediction and Reces- sional, the ceremony came to an end. The Class of '85 will be gone but never forgotten. The Class of '85 remains standing until the Processional is finished. Ted Turner speaks to the class on how to be successful in life. Marsha McGinnis, Salutorian, gives the welcome to friends and family. Keith Warren presents the class gift to Ward Ulmer, Student Council President. Senior Graduation OUT OF After school, stick around something to do can always be found. So many clubs, ac- tivities and such. To balance them all is ask- ing too much. Quality Jn leadership The Student Council was de- voted to making John C. the best it could be. The officers and re- presentatives were elected by the students. The officers were Presi- dent Ward Ulmer, Vice President Brian Strickland, and Secretary- Treasurer Wendy Litchfield. Each class was represented by the class president and a representative. The Student Council tried to in- volve the students in every way possible, from the Hart-to-Hart Compatibility list to giving to the needy at Thanksgiving and Christ- mas. They promoted school spirit by organizing the Homecoming activities. The Student Council is made of elected The '85-'86 officers are Ward Ulmer, Brian Sponsor Mrs. Wimberley checks over representatives from each class in the high Strickland, and Wendy Litchfield. plans for the SADD program, school. 96 L Student Council Junior class president Scott Moody makes an announcement about a Council pro- ject, Woody Litchfield discusses upcoming Thanksgiving events with Johnny Rodgers. President Ward Ulmer and Mrs. Wimber- ley review plans for the Save a Sweet Heart program. Student Council Zrivia Anyone? Any bit of trivia you had ever wanted to know could be found at one of the Academic Team's practices. This group of students not only knew academic informa- tion — they knew trivia. The team consisted of juniors and seniors. Every Tuesday and Thursday they met after school to practice. Mrs. Linder and Mrs. Werntz acted as sponsors, calling questions out and keeping the score. Jan Ulmer, David Ritter, Kevin Hinton, and Joey Craven make up the 1985 Academic team. Everyone is hard at work trying to solve a math problem they have been given. Shan Pye and Mary Kate Dean laugh at a question that was asked. Joey Craven works to solve a problem be- tore anyone else docs. Academic Team brilliance bowl The Annual Academic Bowl was held at John C in the spring of '85. Once again John C. came away as the overall winner. The questions for the bowl were sub- mitted by the twenty schools that participated. John C s teachers had to type and edit all the ques- tions before they were ready to be used. The National Honor So- ciety helped with the registration of the teams. John C. was represented by five outstanding students, four of whom made it to the finals: Kevin Hinton, Caroline Werntz, Robbie Hogan, Bud Williams, and Kevin Beach. Robbie Hogan seems happy after answer- Bud Williams talks with another contestant ing a question correctly in the final round before the finals for freshmen begin, of the sophomore contest. 99 Academic Bowl Hard Work Does Pay Off In May of 1985, the high school held its annual Awards Night. Teachers presented pins and cer- tificates to those students who had proven themselves during the year. Special awards such as Talon and War Hawk were presented at this time. Mr. Tony Orsini presents Pre-Algebra awards to Allison Nettles, Kim Fennell and Steve Smyly. Mrs. Peggy Smoak presents Kip Hooper with the U.5. History award. Mrs. Wimberley presents awards from state colleges to Mary Kate Dean and Cin- dy Kinard. The reception allows the families of the new members to talk with teachers about school activities. The 1986 new members consists of four seniors and eight juniors who have met all requirements. Our M iddle Name In February of 1986 new mem- bers were inducted into the Na- tional Honor Society. These new members were juniors and seniors who maintained an average of 90 or better through out high school. The induction was followed by re- freshments for the new members and their families. The new members for 1986 in- cluded 4 seniors and 8 juniors. The officers for the year were Caroline Werntz, president; and Carole McCants, secretary. The Society's members were active helpers in the library. They moved books, helped stack them and played a major role in the changes that took place in the li- brary during the year. Seniors Kip Hooker and Tonya McClure help stack the shelves in the library with books. Service .. . National Honor Society Business Manager Mary Kate Dean sells the War Hawk to students in the high school. War Hawk Stop Press .. . Never! The War Hawk took a new meaning this year. Under the leadership of Mrs. Betty Goehr- ing, who had previous experience with advertising, the staff turned over a new leaf. The staff consisted of seniors, juniors, and sophomores. There were 4 editors and 8 assistant edi- tors. Each member was assigned to a section and worked there all year. The War Hawk was printed sev- eral times during the year. The December issue featured the Sen- iors' Letters to Santa, a special Val- entine's issue featured personal ads, and the May issue had in it the Seniors' Last Will and Testa- ments. The senior editors and Mrs. Coehring check the latest edition for errors in print- ing. War Hawk Michael Ritter finds the latest edition of the War Hawk interesting and exciting. Lisa Hudson, a senior, spends her study hall typing her assignments. Photographers Matt Addison, Jamie Gaha- gan, and Sandy Sanders check the nega- tives before printing them. Mrs. Goehring and sports editor Sherrie Rizer discuss plans for the up-coming edi- tion. What a line-up! Part of the Talon Staff poses in front of the fountain at Converse College. Qemuscs? Hard work, dedication, and de- sire to be their best describes this year's Talon staff. The six editors and several staff members, along with Mrs. Hawes spent a work- filled week at Converse College this summer. The camp, spon- sored by Josten's left very little time to have fun, but the hard work and long hours were well worth the effort. The staff came away with great ideas and several awards. This year's editors are Editor-in- Chief Melody McGinnis, Sports Editor Sherrie Rizer, Activities Editor Debbie Powers, Classes Editor Kristi Connelly, Faculty Edi- tor Kim Carter and Ads Editor Caroline Werntz. Mary Kate Dean serves as business manager. Editor-in-Chief Melody McGinnis, spen Debbie Powers draws part of her section a quiet moment thinking about cover d design and assignment at camp. sign. Talon 1105 Melody McGinnis is hard at work on lay- outs for the opening section. Kim Headden who helped out all the edi- tors is busy again! A happy face! Caroline Werntz smiles when she finishes her assignment. Sherrie Rizer, Sports Editor, corrects mis- takes that she has made in typing her copy. ; 106 r Talon Hard at work, Kristi Connelly concentrates bn her layout for the classes section. The Talon Staff proudly shows off its awards from camp this summer. Melody McGinnis gets some needed help from Josten's representative Jack Young. In addition to the Section Editors, there were many people active behind the scenes. The Talon staff handles such chores as selling ads during the summer, yearbook sales in the fall, and distribution of books in the spring. The 1985-86 staff consisted of Kim Headden, Jo- Lynn Bennett, Tracy Ulmer, Allyson Haynes, Wendy Hiott, Wendy Litchfield, Allison Nettles, Christy Steele, Kim Fennell, Emily Warren, and Amy Gentry. The other group of unsung heroes were the shutter-snappers — Amy Geehring, Matt Ad- dison, Jamie Gahagan, and Holly Roberts. Talon A 107 jCc Cream de la CropI John C. Calhoun has always had many special students, whether it be academics, athletics, or outside of school. Many of our students participated in activities, but no one knows about them. We have candy stripers, television stars , award winners, and those who break one thousand on the S.A.T. Keep up the good work! iis year our football team has many all- mference players. Congratulations! Ed Oswald receives the Mark Clark Award from the Citadel's Summer Boys' Camp. Special People j.C.C.A's. six representatives to Girls' and ipys' State for '84-'85. Keri Holmes has been seen on Kids' World nationally as a host. the Wofford Summer Enrichment Pro- gram offers these students two weeks of fun and learning. Added Support When the cheerleaders and teams thought of added support, they thought of the Pep Club- Sponsored by Mrs. Wimberley, the Pep Club took part in the pep rallies and games. Each member had a special button to identify him as a member of this school- spirited club. P p Club officers include Kevin Beach, Emily Warren, Kim Headden, and Caroline Werntz. Pep Club Till Zke Juture Cooks Wright Under the leadership of Mrs. Folk, the Foreign Language Club has learned much about Spanish and French culture. The club has had parties with the food of these cultures and played the games that they play. As for what is to come for the Foreign Language Club, the future surely looks bright. Elizabeth Biggers places a Christmas pre- sent in the shoe of J.J. Evans. French II has an unique way of exchanging gifts at Christmas time. The Spanish Club is just one part of the Foreign Language Club. The French Club joins the Spanish Club to mafce the Foreign Language Club. Michael Ritter takes a swing at the pinata, but misses as others await their turn. The Foreign Language Club officers in- clude Toby Hinton, Renee Dennis, Chad Bright well, and Allyson Haynes. Mrs. Folk is the sponsor. Foreign Language Practice makes perfect. Mr. Buchanan tells Duke Hipp about the formation. Senior, Henry Hiott, stands at attention before the start of the game. The 1985 Marching Band. Although they are small in number, they are large at heart. Waiting for instructions, the band stands at attention on the football field. A member of both the football team and the band, j.J. Evans joins the band to play the National Anthem . Zhe Meat (Joes . .. And On Senior drum major Johnny Rodgers gives instructions to the band. The band adds a lot of spirit to the football games as they play the fight song. Directed by Mr. David Buchan- an, the 1985-86 Marching Band has reached new heights. Al- though small, the band has prov- en their true spirit. They per- formed at most home football games and traveled to many of the away games. In their new uni- forms, they represent John C. Cal- houn very well. Keep the beat go- ing! The band begins to leave the field for the start of the football game. Band ( 115 Zke Sound Of Music Michelle Headden studies the music so she will not miss a note. Director David Buchanan seems to think the chorus sounds pretty good. Debbie Powers, Wendy Litchfield, johnny Rodgers, and Jill Griffin practice for the spring tour. The 1985-'86 Chorus. The sound of voices can be heard coming from the band room every afternoon. Those voices belong to the members of the high school chorus. Under the direction of Mr. Buchanan, the chorus is made of 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. They have performed in the Christmas con- cert, the Christmas Parade, and plan to tour in the spring. Sara Gustin, Danny Beach Caroline Linder, Pat Harmon Amy Goehring, jimmy Hiott Mary Kate Dean, Scott Hiott Cindy Kinard, Billy Howell Kristi Connelly, Jeff McGill Honored Cadies Every year the senior football players pick some honored ladies to sponsor them. Before the Homecoming game, they are in- troduced to their parents and friends. Thanks for all the great memories, Seniors! Aimee Cheves, Billy Ritter Monica Avant, Ward Ulmer. Senior Sponsors 1117 Drum Holi, Please! Kim Moody, Homecoming Queen of 1984, would crown only one The three candidates knew that, and each had her own dreams.'W'nen tne momen came, Kim placed the coveted crown on the head of Kristi Connelly. After hugs from friends, Kristi sat down to enjoy another half of exciting Hawk football. The three candidates await the time to get rout of the car. Kim Moody presents the crown and roses to the new queen, Kristi Connelly. irtMm Spirit Of f 85 Senior Jimmy Hiott regresses to his child- After a long wait, the big game is almost hood by riding a Big Wheel during the pep under way as the Hawks come through the rally. tunnel. Billy Howell and Ashley Hudson eat away at chocolate pudding while Ward Ulmer shouts encouragement. Scott Hiott was voted Mr. Irresistible by the girls in the high school. Spirit Week was one filled with exciting activities. Each day had a different activity to raise and pro- mote school spirit. At the pep ral- ly, the Junior Class was chosen by the teachers as showing the most school spirit. The Juniors do have fever — true blue War Hawk fever and pride! 120 Halloween Witches, (jobtins. And Qhosts October 31st brought out all the creatures at John C. Calhoun. The P.T.O. sponsored a Hallow- een Carnival in the gym which in- cluded booths for young and old alike. A costume contest, along with a pumpkin carving contest was held. Prizes were awarded for the best in both contests. Grandmothers get into the excitement this year with a booth of their own. Dressed for the evening, these two young girls get into the spirit of Halloween. Mayor Elton Culpepper and family joins in the fun at the carnival. Balloons are always fun, especially at a car- nival at Halloween. Zkc Zkrill Of Victory In May of 1985, the lower and middle school had a field day. Each class made banners and marched around the football field with them. Relay races, a softball game, and three-legged races filled the day. Prizes were award- ed and everyone enjoyed them- selves. Tile lower school is ready for the march around the field with their banners. Matt Free swings and misses during a soft- ball game during the day. This group just makes it to the finish line before they fall. Field Day Craig White and Patrick Padgett are off to the races in the 40-yard dash. Keri Holmes and Becky Stewart seem to have no competition in the sack race. Qatsby’s Proudly Presents . . . In the Spring of '85, the Juniors gave the 1986 graduating class a night to remember. The night was spent enjoying time with friends and dancing the time away to the music of Stratus. The Junior Class spent many long hours trying to agree on a theme and when they had, it took much hard work and time to de- velop it. With wine glass candles, miniature top hats and canes, and the ushers dressed in black tails and white gloves, who could ask for more? The gym had been transformed into a 1930's night club called Gatsby's in a short two weeks. The 1985 Jr.-Sr. was certainly one filled with many great memo- ries of friends and fun. The girls break away from their dates for a dance of their own. - The Juniors and Seniors get into ' the Wendy Litchfield, a sophomore, gets rhythm of the night ' wind of the music. What is a friend? Someone who will share a dance with you. As senior Lisa Hudson enjoys a dance with Thomas Rowe, she glances at a friend. A Night Zo Remember For the 1985 Jr.-Sr., Gatsby's proudly presents Stratus. Michelle Morris and Michelle Head- den take a break from painting to smile for a picture. Beauties Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Caroll E. Griffin, Jill Griffin has been selected by the Senior Class to represent them as Miss Talon. Jill is a member of the Cho- rus, War Hawk staff, and the Student Council. Out of school, she participates in Variety , including this year's Mu- sic Man . In the little amount of spare time she has, Jill enjoys eating, singing, and going out with her friends. When asked who she admired the most, she said Queen Elizabeth I. Her favorite memory of school is her entire junior year because working together on Jr.- Sr. allowed her to become good friends with all her classmates. She plans to at- tend either College of Charleston or Columbia College. Miss Senior, Michelle Morris, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Morris. When she is not busy with school work, she enjoys shopping in the mall, listen- ing to new music, and playing bass gui- tar. She admires Mel Gibson, Patrick Swayze, and James Dean for obvious reasons . Michele's best school mem- ory was coming to school dressd as a bunny. Creative Writing is her favorite subject because writing comes easier to her than subjects dealing with math. When she graduates in May, Michelle will attend Columbia College, but is un- decided about her major. Melody McGinnis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy McGinnis, has been cho- sen to represent the Junior Class. Her many activities include editor-in-chief of the yearbook staff, co-captain of the varsity cheerleaders, member of the War Hawk staff and secretary of her class. Though these keep her very busy, in her spare time she enjoys drawing. going out with her friends, and watch- ing television. She admires her father because she feels she can talk to him about anything. Algebra is her favorite subject because it is a great accom- plishment to work out a hard problem. After high school Melody plans to en- ter the medical field. Caroline Linder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Linder, is Miss Sopho- more. She is a member of the varsity cheerleading squad, the French Club, and the War Hawk staff. Out of school, she enjoys riding horses and watching Guiding Light . Caroline admires her parents the most because they are un- derstanding and fun to be with. She finds French very interesting because learning a new language is fun and Mrs. Folk makes it exciting. Undecided about a college, Caroline wants to be a lawyer. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Mor- ris, Mary Morris was selected by the Freshman Class to represent them as class beauty. Mary plays J.V. girls bas- ketball, and is a member of the Pep Club and the Spanish Club. Out of school, she enjoys skiing, shopping, and being with her friends. Literature is her favorite subject. After high school, Mary is undecided about what college she wants to attend or what her major will be. She is following in the footsteps of her older sister Michelle, who is Miss Senior. Mr. and Mrs. James Bernard Gaha- gan, III are the parents of Heather Ga- hagan, Miss 8th Grade. Heather is a member of the junior varsity cheer- leading squad. Making this squad is her best memory of school thus far. When she is not cheering the Hawks to victo- ry, she enjoys ballet and jazz dancing and playing the piano. Her hobbies in- clude drawing, talking on the phone, and listening to the radio. Heather's fa- vorite subject is Literature because it offers a variety of reading materials. She hasn't decided on a college or a major yet but she has time to think about it. Beauties j 125 Miss 3 HI Griff in Miss ffunior Melody McQinnis 126 Beauties Looking Back Wi nnie the Pooh stops to visit: the lower school right before the Christ- Time is a strange thing. There is no way of sensing it, hearing it, feeling it, touching it, tast- ing it, or smelling it. Yet, it is one of the most binding forces in our lives. Consequently, it is sometimes hard to keep track of time. The past and future often congeal into one big blur. Did I go to Myrtle Beach last year or the year before? and When is my orthodontist ap- pointment? were a few questions that kept us all bewildered. However unclear the past and future may be, t here is always today to calm the disorder and restore sanity. Today is the inter- section of the past and future. Everyday is unique. What always has been, still is and prob- ably always will be. Everything that happens to us is a once-in-a- lifetime experience. So remember that this day — whenever it may be — is unique. Don't let it pass without giving it special consideration. mas holidays. A couple of students take time to catch up on the latest news during study hall Kritsy GodJey, Paige Fletcher, and Rebecca Speaks show their determination to win the sack race. During field day, the kindergarteners support their white team by displaying banners. Deanne Jones, Cindy Kinard, Jodi Crosby, and Laurette Hinton are never top busy for a pictuie. Closing Not lust Another Year Another year at the same old school, but was it really just another year? Of course not! This year had something new for everyone. When making the change from kindergarten to lower school, the students took the first steps toward ma- turity. For the middle school, the biggest difference was changing classes. The most exciting thing about upper school was knowing that you are on the downhill side. It was a year full of new classes, new friends, new faculty members and having a winning football and basketball team. Some were good; some were not so good, but in restrospect, not many people can say that 1985-'86 was not a great year for John C. Calhoun Academy. Ward Ulmer is never too busy to help out around the school. Closing A few of the seventh graders stop for a break from the field day activities. One of our new courses, chorus, has definitely caught the eighth graders attention. The fifth graders show their originality for Blue and White Day at the pep rally. Closing Scott Craven diligently study his notes for Mrs. Folks' Spanish test. In their spare time, Carole Me Cants and Connie Craven help out in the library. taking time from his busy schedule, Mr. McArthur sets up the tennis matches. The lower school heads for the football field for the fun-filled field day. Closing The Final Countdown Those exciting pep ral- lies in the gym, the lock- ers that would refuse to open, the hard working practices that seemed to last forever — These are a few things that run through our minds as the final days of school are counted down. But the twelve years of life spent on learning and growing also hold some of our most precious memories that will keep dear to us forever. Looks like Mrs. Griffin needs a break! The Warhawks anxiously wait for the game to start. Closing A Happy Ending The baseball team awaits the challenge of the upcoming game. Who said geometry was easy. Terry Jones looks for help to do his homework. During lunch, Mrs. Warren stops by the office to make a brief call. National Honor Society member, Kipp Hook- er offers his help to the library. Obviously, Wesley Jones hurt foot sidelines his break activities. Scott Hiott is determined to get the ball from Lawrence Manning's quarterback. Third period lab students try to figure out the laws of science. Wendell O. Adams Dr. Mrs. James L. Altman Mr. Mrs. R.G. Bennett, Jr. Mr. Mrs. R.G. Bennett, Sr. Mr. Mrs. Tommy Bennett Leigh Ann Mr, Mrs. Charles Brightwell Collins Holmes, C.P.A. Craven Brothers' Feed Seed C.J. Deloach, Jr. Mr. Mrs. H. Stanley Fellers Joseph Flowers Dr. Allen N. Gustin Samuel M. Hazel, D.M.D. Carolyn Henderson's School of Dance Dr. R.J. Herrin David W. Hiott Mr, Mrs. Randy Hiott Paul Ann Hooker John B. Johnston Mr. Mrs. James A. McQuage Mrs. Carol Meegan, Todd, Scott Mr. Mrs. M. Paul Murdaugh, Rodney, Archie Novit-Siegel Company Mr. Mrs. Tony Orsini, Donald, David, Carmela Mr. Mrs. Harry C. Pellum, Scott, Shannon Mr. Mrs. Ernest Roberts Mr. Mrs. John Smith, Kimberly, Kelly Gerald C. Smoak Mr. Sc Mrs. Mickey Strickland Mr. 8c Mrs. William Summerson Dr. John B. Tennant, Jr., D.M.D. Mr. Mrs. Clyde Warren Emily Griffin Warren out of The Sell, sell, sell, what a chore, having to go from door to door. 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Skill Training $4,000.00 Educational bonus or, $2,000.00 Enlistment bonus State tuition assistance Three Officer programs Part time employment Call your local South Carolina National Guard Armory J of matter boro Your Warhawk Booster DAIRY-LAND ICE CREAM Chicken Hamburgers Burger Basket Full Line of Sandwiches Call Your Order In To Take Out Dial 549-7431 438 S. Jefferies Blvd., Walterbaro A TRADITION SINCE 1949 KIRBY TIRES SUPPLY 549-5931 EAST HAMPTON ST WALTERBORO 549-6461 ASTEN-HILL COMPANY P.O. Box 5000 Walterboro, SC 29488 549-6333 UKMSKS4 MSKCMANZS 162 HdT The Class Of 1986 Matthew Addison 1 Danny Beach You bring joy into our lives every day. Our hearts swell with love for the person you are and pride for your ac- complishments. A fan- tastic future awaits. Go for it! Congratulations wonderful son and great brother! Love Ya! Dad, Mom, and Randy Danny, you have ac- complished much, and we are proud of you. Congratulations, and we wish you the best in the future. We love you! Mama Daddy Kristi. Connelly Kristi, We love you and we're proud of you. Mom and Dad Mary Kate Dean Jodi Crosby Words cannot express the happiness joy you have brought to our home. We are so proud of all your ac- complishments. You have truly enriched and enlightened our lives. The years have passed much too quickly and well will miss you so. We wish you the best as you aim toward your future goals. All our love — Duck, Sis, Allison, Anthony Jill Griffin You have given us much joy and pride. We love you. Mom and Dad Jill May you continue to make people happy as you have made us. Keep your smile and all the world will smile with you. We love you, Mom and Dad Senior Ads 1163 Remembered Pat Harmon ■ Kim Headden Well, Pat, you made it through high school. College is a whole new ballgame, and as always, well be cheering you on. It's your turn to bat, son. Go for it! Love, Mom Dad Congratulations to our very special daugh- ter. We have always been proud of you and we know that you will accomplish many won- derful things in the years to come. We love you, Mom Dad Michelle Headden Henry Hiott Congratulations, Michelle. We are proud of you and we wish for only the best of everything in your future. All our love, Mom Dad y I - Congratulations, Hen- ry! We're proud of you. Give the world the best you have and the best will come back to you. Love, Dad and Mama jimmy Hiott — Scott Hiott Congratulations! We are very proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad Scott, We are proud of you. We love you. Mom Dad Senior Ads % By Those Who Duke Hipp Kip Hooker We're proud of The Duke Love, Momma, Daddy, Laynie, and Vandy Congratulations, Kip. We are very proud of you and your accom- plishments. We love you, Mom and Dad Billy Howell Lisa Hudson Congratulations! We are very proud of you. Mom Dad Congratulations, Lisa! We are proud of you and love you very much. Mom, Dad, Terri Deanne Jones ----------------------------- Cindy Kinard You have been a con- stant source of pride and joy! You have ac- complished much with more to come. May the future provide your fondest dreams. I love you. Mom Senior Ads 7165 Knew Them Best Carole McCants Tonya McClure We are very proud of you we love you. Mom Daddy Congratulations We are very proud of your every achieve- ment and love you very much. May the best life has to offer be yours! Love, Mom Granny 1968 was a very good year! Tuck McConnell Jeff McGill To a special young man during a special year. We love you, Mama, Daddy, Lee, Joe Congratulations, Jeff! You've been our pride and joy for 18 years. Continue to excel in everything you do. We love you! Dad and Mom Billy Ritter Sherrie Rizer Sherri, Congratula- tions! We are so proud of you. You have been a real joy to us over the years. Good luck to you in everything you do! We love you, Mom Dad Senior Ads Their Parents Johnny Rodgers Sonja Smoak Johnny, Congratula- tions! Keep your dreams big your hopes high. May you strive for success in life with the same vigor and love you have for ten- nis. More than any- thing we wish you hap- piness. May God bless and guide you. Love, Mom, Dad, and Lesi Congratulations, we are proud of you and we love you. Mom, Dad, Daryl Ward Ulmer 11 ■ Caroline Werntz Ward, Pride of our hearts joy of our lives Recipient of our love May you go on to bigger and better things in your future years. We love you! Mom and Dad Tara and Kelly Congratulations, Cad- dy! The very best lies ahead. Daddy, Momma, Cam The class of 1986 waves good-bye to high school days. Senior Ads 1167