John H Reagan High School - Spur Yearbook (Austin, TX)

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Double R ' t (front row) Slephaoie Ledesma, Michelle Underwood, nifer McGill, Cora Guyton, Salisa Linle. Veronica Gloria, Denise Kerri Monroe shows her spirit at the Punk pep rally. Traci Vales, Carrie McDougald, Susan Conway. Sandra Quintero. VTieland, Lyoelte Smitb, Diane Gandy (manager), Ms. Cathy Demiia Lewis, Risa Cervelli. Rebecca Ancira. Tanya SUyion. Dona Taylor; (third row) Kelly Collier, Mia Franklin, Debt Tyrpak. Reed. Charlolle Hill; (second roo I Karin Hardeman. Jane! Denise Maxwell. Jeanoeite Spinelli, (officers). Shomaker, Joyce Alexander, Kern Monroe. Annie Dzenowski.Jen- At the McCallum pep ralley Michelle Underwood. Dona Reed and Charlotte Hill finish up a dance. (In set): Double R ' s loaded with mums, salute the flag at the LBJ Ms. Cathy Taylor gives last minute instructions to the group on their performance at Gregory Gym, game. ' rBHfFES¥R»? Michelle McAHee Brett McAnally Becky McDavid Keith McDonald Jennifer McNeil Felice Mendei Gay Merola Lan Nguyen David Nichols David Novak

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Taking home first one s with pride Dance, Dance, Dance: That ' s exactly what the Double R ' s did all year. The group was very excited about the year. They were determined to improve their reputation and image. I think the girls enjoyed being in a group where they had an opportunity to perform in front of people and represent their school on different occasions, stated Ms. Cathy Taylor, sponsor of the Dou- ble R ' s. Although the group of 35 was smaller this year than in the past, the size proved advantageous in many ways. Although I didn ' t give a set number, it was better to have a smaller size to rebuild the group, commented Ms. Taylor. We were more organized and disciplined. During football season the Double R ' s danced at every game and acted as a spirit group. In December, the group started preparing for contest, which took a lot of time and endurance. They practiced almost every day from 4-7 p.m. and also on Saturdays. Although there was a lot of time put in preparations and the girls got frustrated at times, they respected each other and shared a special closeness, remarked Ms. Taylor. Throughout the year the girls had many fund raisers, earning about $600 that went to contest fe es. That ' s what everyone looked forward to all year: Contest. We were going to shoot for sweepstakes; if not, shoot the judges, com- mented Ms. Taylor with a laugh. No, really, last year was our first year to go to contest. This year everyone wanted to achieve the very best. The Double R ' s started preparing for the Crockett Invitational in late December and attended on January 30. In prop, the girls received their first one in the history of Reagan, with second division ratings in Jazz and High Kick. As soon as they returned from Crockett, the organization started working toward East Texas State Competition on March 6. They were determined to bring up their ratings. Again they competed and received two first division ratings in Prop and Jazz, with a second division in High Kick. The officers also received a first place trophy in the officer competition. Contest was great for the girls. It gave them a chance to see other teams perform, said Ms. Taylor. It gave them competitive spirit and also a pride in their own school. Debi Tyrpak, captain of the Double R ' s, referred to contest as a lot of hard work. But it ' s nice to know the Double R ' s could pull through with ' one ' s ' . After contest, the group put more time into the Spring Show, held on March 26 and 27. This was a relaxing period for the girls. I think it was the FUN part of the year. Each dance reflected each girl ' s personality. It was more relaxing than football, or contest, said Denise Maxwell, secretary lieutenant of the Double R ' s. It was something we really wanted to do. With the year behind them, the group had nothing but fond memories of their achievements. I really loved this group. It has been so exciting to me because we have improved so much. Everyone wanted to participate more; they seemed to really care, said Ms. Taylor, I think what I ' m most happy about is that this group made it under me. In the Spring Show, Carrie McDougald and Rebec- ca Ancira perform the award-wianing chair routine. Freshman 4 r § Tern Kleincn Jeaneiie Klosowiki Billy Knoll Gloria Knowles Krnncih Kolti I imhcn Ralpb Udc: Lillian Lrc Vayne Lnnsea Darrell Uhde T.|.. Jametlenu Caria Lewis Casuadra Lewis Shane Uwis Kot, Ll) hl c, jcineiie Limon Mrl.»l, I opci |o cph Luughran Amber Lotill N M-

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Thirteen a lucky number for NHS We had a great group, answered Mit- chell Young, president of t he National Honor Society, when asked what he thought of the group. We could expect a lot out of them. During the year, the 13 members of the NHS offered free tutoring to students who needed extra help and promoted honor and scholarship through community service. Unlucky 13 proved lo be a very lucky number for the members of NHS this year. They worked together as a group for high goals. We were small enough to do just about anything as a group, said Mitchell, We really enjoyed being together, whether it was at a car wash or just a meeting. We all got along terrific. The group did have fun together. On Oc- tober 3 the club sponsored a free car wash. Members got students to pledge money for each car washed. The group raised approx- imately $300. The wash was fun and a great idea to have people pledge, said Linda Ulrich. The money was used for the induction of new members March 25. The induction was a big occasion this year. On March 23, old members went to classes and placed a key around new members ' necks. The following day the new members were taken to lunch at Black Bart ' s, where they talked, ate, and played video games. The inductees were selected by their grade averages and recommenda- tions from teachers. Officers for the year were Mitchell Young, president; Diane Birch, vice- president; Susan Becker, secretary- treasurer; and Brigitta Clark, sergeant-at-arms. NHS was a great honor to be in and re- quired devoted members, said Mitchell, Like I ' ve said before, we had a great group of people. At the NHS ' s free car wash. Micchell Young and Landon Rus Freshmen Em Rhone Lamonie RMty Emilia Ri Jason Rubbins hcrl Ruben, D, ant Kobinton Chris Rock Monita Ro lrigii